GENLUX_SPRING:SUMMER_2025 by GENLUX

THE SPRING SUMMER FASHION ISSUE

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Publisher / Editorial Director: Cecilia Moreno

Editor in Chief: Samia Arslane

Founder/Creative Director: Stephen Kamifuji

Executive Fashion Editor: Mindy Saad

Fashion Editor: Amanda Eliasch

Luxury Fashion Editor: Laura Dunn

Senior Market Editor: Jessie Ajluni

Aesthetician Advisor: Ninka Baprawska

Philanthropy Editor: Catherine Williams

Garden Editor: Kelly Emberg

Color Director: Karoline Huber

Special Projects Director: Madeline Leonard

Financial Director: Marc Meshekow

Director Human Resources: Yolanda Garcia

Contributing Editors: Ninka B, Dr. Ezra Kest, Cheryl Woodcock

To advertise: contact Cecilia Moreno: Cecilia@genlux.com

Photo: Ani Mun in CHANEL at Lake Arrowhead by Tracey Morris

Louis Vuitton brings us home. We share their latest décor collabs. 58

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BRAND OPENING

DIOR opens a US flagship beauty boutique at South Coast Plaza.

JEWELRY SPOTLIGHT

Photog Tatsuro Nishimura focuses on the new CHANEL jewelry collection.

LE DAMIER DE LOUIS VUITTON

Inspired by the Dutch master artists, we showcase LV’s new fine jewelry.

PASTEL PERSUASION

Lisa Smith Craig styles a colorful story with the season’s softer shades.

THE NEW ROMANTICS

Designers offer soft gentle draping that goes with the flow.

CHANEL METIERS D’ART

We take Ani Mun to Lake Arrrowhead in CHANEL’s gorgeous collection.

AU COURANT DÉCOR

STEPHEN KAMIFUJI CREATIVE DIRECTOR’S NOTE

The unfortunate news that I shared in our last issue was how my computer’s external hard drive (containing years of valuable files) took a dive (okay, I dropped it) and stopped working. I didn’t panic. Instead, I rushed it to the data recovery hospital and prayed for the best. I promised to update you, so I’m pleased to report that all the files were saved. Please let me know if you ever need data recovery. I know people.

On our cover: That’s gorgeous model Sophie Olszak from MUSE Management New York, photographed by Sergio Kuhajec and styled by one of our favorites, Mimi Lombardo. Bernadine Bibiano expertly handled hair and makeup for Sophie and Fatou Jobe of New York Models— and both model appear in our fashion story “The New Romantics” (p58).

Also in New York, photographer Tatsuro Nishimura, well-known for his amazing product photography, contacted me to shoot a jewelry story with a model. (Bragging rights: Tatsuro and I recently won Platinum and Gold awards at the GRAPHIS magazine photo competition for our GENLUX beauty images.) I contacted CHANEL who sent their latest jewelry collection to Mocha studio, where Tatsuro assembled a talented team: Yoshie Kubota for makeup, Yukiko Tajima for hair, and MUSE model Edna Rocha as our stunning subject. Prop stylist Ria Del Rosario created the elegant ambiance complete with the cleverly projected CHANEL C’s motif (p30).

Back in sunny LA, we spun three fashion stories, each with its own flavor. The first is a still life that pairs Louis Vuitton fine jewelry with bird-themed backgrounds inspired by Dutch master painter Pieter Claesz. I created the backgrounds using MidJourney AI, and Andrew Matusik painstakingly photographed the jewelry to match my images at his Marina Del Rey studio. We stitched the images together, creating a tapestry of old-world charm and modern sparkle (p36).

When stylist Lisa Smith Craig dreamed of shooting a ‘pastels’ story at an ice cream shop, I thought, great, how hard could that be? But, photogenic ice cream shops are not so easily found. So, as that plan slipped away as quickly as a scoop melts in July, we pivoted to a downtown studio, bringing in the statuesque model Rainey Forkner with Industry LA (thanks, JF!), excellent photographer Nathalie Gordon, makeup magician Luis Casco with CloutierRemix, Emmy-nominated hair artist Marcia Hamilton, and nail whisperer Tracey Sutter ( p48). The result? A confection of subtle color and style— no sprinkles required.

We love creating single-brand stories to honor the creative director’s vision. In this case, CHANEL was between creative directors since Virginie Viard had left her post after five years. So, their studio designed their Métier d’Art pre-fall 2025 collection and presented it on the runway in Hangzhou, China, to over 1,200 guests. For our feature, I selected former Bloomberg anchor, model, and content creator Ani Mun to help us showcase the collection at a spacious home in the gated Point Hamiltair enclave at Lake Arrowhead. Longtime collaborator Tracey Morris photographed, Lisa Smith Craig styled, and J. Michael, with the Celestine Agency, did the hair. On Ani’s Instagram, I liked how she did her own makeup, so for the first time in 20 years of producing GENLUX stories, we allowed the subject to apply her own—and it worked! ( p72).

From digital disasters averted to creating with with the help of AI’s latest technologies, this issue of GENLUX is a testament to creativity and the magic that happens when the right people come together. Thank you for joining us on our journey to keep print alive, and may your own hard drives always land softly!

LOUIS VUITTON X MURAKAMI CHERRIES SMILE ON BEVERLY HILLS

Hope Heals PARTYGENLUX

NANCY DAVIS’S RELENTLESS QUEST FOR A CURE

STEPHEN KAMIFUJI

The 32nd Annual Race to Erase MS Gala, hosted by non-stop founder Nancy Davis at the Fairmont Century Plaza on May 16, 2025, raised over $1.5 million to support MS research through the Center Without Walls program. The star-studded evening, hosted by Caroline Rhea, featured musical performances by Robin Thicke, A Great Big World, and Siedah Garrett, as well as a Veronica Beard fashion show.

Notable guests included Ashley Benson, Kelly Osbourne, Kathy & Rick Hilton, and Tommy & Dee Hilfiger, with many attendees donning Veronica Beard designs. Nancy Davis expressed gratitude to supporters, celebrating the event’s 32 years of advancing MS research and the development of 24 FDA-approved therapies.

Highlights included A Great Big World’s Chad King debuting a song about his MS journey, dance performances by Dancing with the Stars pros, and a live auction featuring luxury getaways and unique experiences. The evening concluded with a moving rendition of “Lean On Me” led by Siedah Garrett and Thelma Houston.

Since its founding in 1993, Race to Erase MS has raised over $58 million, directly benefiting collaborative research to find a cure for MS. Presenting sponsors included Fairmont Century Plaza, Veronica Beard, and Associated Television International. G

KELLY OSBOURNE

REBECCA RITTENHOUSE TIKA SUMPTER

GEORGIE FLORES

RACE TO ERASE MS FOUNDER NANCY DAVIS, DIANE WARREN

BRANDON DAVIS AND ASHLEY BENSON WEARING VERONICA SWANSON BEARD

DIANA GEORGIE

FRANCES FISHER

ROBIN THICKE PERFORMING

CHAD KING AND IAN AXEL OF A GREAT BIG WORLD PERFORM

LISA STANLEY

SIEDAH GARRETT PERFORMS

DURING THE 32ND ANNUAL RACE TO ERASE MS GALA AT FAIRMONT CENTURY PLAZA

PETA MURGATROYD

LARSEN THOMPSON CRISTINA FERRARE LEX SCOTT DAVIS

ISABELLA RICKEL

KATIE CASSIDY

LAUREN KETTERING

MELISSA NIELSEN

DANIELLA KARAGACH, PASHA PASHKOV PERFORMING

FASHION DESIGNER VERONICA SWANSON BEARD

SHARNA BURGESS

RACE TO ERASE MS HOST

CAROLINE RHEA

LEX SCOTT DAVIS, WEARING VERONICA SWANSON BEARD

GUEST AT SILENT AUCTION FOR RACE TO ERASE MS

TOMMY HIL FIGER, DEE OCLEPPO HILFIGER

KATHY HILTON, RICK HILTON

SHOPGENLUX

Brand Opening

DIOR’S NEW BESPOKE SENSORY SANCTUARY

OPENS AT

SCP —STEPHEN KAMIFUJI

Drawing from the indelible legacy of 30 Avenue Montaigne, Dior’s new US flagship boutique at South Coast Plaza is a palimpsest, layering modern design atop the rich strata of the brand’s haute couture heritage.

The spatial choreography evokes the atelier’s original spirit, reimagined in a distinctly Californian vibe. Each form and surface is a deliberate gesture beautifully rendered in an architectural opus of marble, gilded metal, and luminous textiles—each element harmonizing like notes in a Debussy nocturne.

At the boutique’s nucleus is the immersive fragrance atelier, conceived by Dior Perfume Creation Director Francis Kurkdjian, where scent becomes a dialect and you’re the canvas. La Collection Privée Christian Dior is the axis around which this universe spins— a constellation of fragrances, each as singular as a fingerprint, as enigmatic as a whispered secret.

Customizable objets d’art-fragrance trunks, sculpted cases, and gilded caps invite brand fans to curate their custom aromatic lexicon. The boutique’s vitrines showcase rarefied collaborations: Miss Dior by Eva Jospin, Cannage Trinité Nacré Coffret by

DIOR! TAKING ITS CUES FROM THE BRAND’S HAUTE COUTURE LEGACY, DIOR’S NEW US FLAGSHIP BOUTIQUE AT SOUTH COAST PLAZA IS EVERY BIT AS DIVINE AS ITS NAME MIGHT SUGGEST.

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BESPOKEN HERE

CUSTOMIZE YOUR DIOR FRAGRANCE EXPERIENCE AT DIOR’S NEW SOUTH COAST

PLAZA BOUTIQUE.

PICTURED: DIOR AMPHORA

SHOPGENLUX

SCENTS OF STYLE HAND-CRAFTED DIOR AMPHORA (PICTURED HERE), IS BLOWN IN A FRENCH GLASSWORKS, DELICATELY CHISELED AND DECORATED BY HAND WITH FINE 22 KARAT GOLD. THE WOMEN OF THE DIOR ATELIER PACKAGE EACH PRIZED CREATION USING EXCLUSIVE PERFUMERY SAVOIR-FAIRE.

CUSTOM TIES MAKE YOUR DIOR AMPHORA YOUR OWN WITH A MITZAH SCARF (PICTURED HERE), A SILK RIBBON TIED IN A POIGNARD BOW, OR THE SIGNATURE DIOR CORD AND A CHARM.

Nada Debs, and L’Or de Vie by Aristide Najean—each piece numbered, each a collector’s grail, available exclusively here on American soil.

Dior’s skincare innovations ala L’Or de Vie, Prestige, and Capture, are presented within a cloistered alcove, where technology and sensoriality entwine like ivy on a Parisian façade, transforming empirical data into regimens expressly madeto-order.

Turning the corner to the makeup enclave, an ode to Creative & Image Director of Dior Makeup Peter Philips’ chromatic virtuosity, is equal parts atelier and mad scientist’s laboratory. A sprawling color bar and cinematic screens

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conjure the kinetic energy of backstage at a Paris runway, while infinite rows of Rouge Dior, Dior Forever, and Dior Backstage await like pigments on an artist’s palette, poised to transmute inspiration into reality.

For those who seek the apotheosis of bespoke luxury, the new Dior beauty boutique offers a suite of individualized consultations. Encounters calibrated with scientific precision and artistic intuition. From olfactory profiling to advanced dermal diagnostics and editorial-level makeup artistry, every service is an invitation to inhabit your individualistic narrative of beauty.

Jewelry Spotlight

CHANEL’S COLLECTION OF COSTUME JEWELRY SHINES LIKE A SASSY COMEBACK AT THE PERFECT MOMENT SHARP, SHINY, AND GRABS EVERYONE’S ATTENTION.

PHOTOGRAPHER: TATSURO NISHIMURA @LGREPRESENTS

MAKEUP: YOSHIE KUBOTA @YOSHIEKUBOTA

HAIR: YUKIKO TAJIMA @YUKIKOTAJIMA

MODEL: EDNA ROCHA / MUSE MANAGEMENT

PROP STYLIST: RIA DEL ROSARIO @_R_I_A

PHOTO ASSISTANT: JASON YAMAUCHI @JASONYAMAUCHI

ART DIRECTION: STEPHEN KAMIFUJI @GENLUX

LOCATION: SPECIAL THANKS TO MOCHA STUDIO, @MOCHA.NYC

LLouis Vuitton’s Damier collection revisits a design first created by Louis and Georges Vuitton in 1888.

The Damier pattern, a checkerboard motif inspired by the number eight, was originally used to mark the brand’s luggage and distinguish it from competitors.

The pattern symbolizes infinity and timelessness, qualities that have defined the Maison for over a century. Today, Damier is expressed through a fine jewelry collection featuring pieces in yellow and white gold, accented with diamonds arranged in geometric squares.

Francesca Amfitheatrof, Artistic Director for Watches and Jewelry, explains that the collection focuses on the pattern itself rather than just the stones. The pieces are designed for fluidity and comfort, with a polished finish that feels smooth against the skin.

Central to the collection is a unisex ring available in three widths and two styles. One style features two rows of gold and diamonds for a subtle look, while the other uses four rows for a more striking effect. The design allows for stacking and layering, offering versatility in how it is worn.

Overall, the Damier collection updates a historic motif with contemporary craftsmanship, blending Louis Vuitton’s heritage with modern design.

LOUIS VUITTON WHITE GOLD, DIAMONDS BRACELET, $29,000;

LE DAMIER DE LOUIS VUITTON MEDIUM YELLOW GOLD AND DIAMONDS BRACE-

LE DAMIER DE LOUIS VUITTON YELLOW GOLD AND DIAMONDS SMALL RING, $4150, SELECT LOUIS VUITTON BOUTIQUES, OR LOUISVUITTON.COM

LE DAMIER DE LOUIS VUITTON

YELLOW GOLD, DIAMONDS BRACELET, $19,700, SELECT LOUIS VUITTON

BOUTIQUES, OR LOUISVUITTON.COM

Pastel Persuasion

WE CHECK IN ON THE SOFTER SHADE OF THE SPRING PALETTE

DOLCE & GABBANA STRETCH SATIN ROUND NECK CALF-LENGTH

DRESS, $3945; DOLCE & GABBANA FILIGREE CROSS EARRINGS, $1495, SELECT BOUTIQUES DOLCEGABBANA.COM

PHOTOGRAPHER: NATHALIE GORDON @PHOTONATHALIE STYLIST: LISA SMITH CRAIG @LSCSTYLING AND ESSENCE CARSON @ESSENCECARSON

MODEL: RAINEY FORKNER / INDUSTRY LA @RAINEYSTARFORKNER

HAIR: MARCIA HAMILTON @MARCIAHAMILTONHAIR

MAKEUP: LUIS CASCO / CLOUTIER REMIX AGENCY @LUISCASCOMAKEUP

NAILS: TRACEY SUTTER @TRACEYSUTTER_ PHOTO ASSISTANT: TALIAH TAYLOR @OHKAYTALIAH

ART DIRECTION: STEPHEN KAMIFUJI @GENLUX

MCQUEEN HIGHNECK BODICE, $3500; MCQUEEN PENCIL

SKIRT, $4800; MCQUEEN T-BAR SANDAL, $1490, ALEXANDERMCQUEEN.COM

ALEXIS BITTAR MOLTEN

GOLD KNUCKLE RING, $155; ALEXIS BITTAR

ASTERALES GOLD OPEN RING, $175, ALEXISBITTAR.COM

PROENZA SCHOULER

MADELINE DRESS, $1090, SAKS FIFTH AVENUE, BEVERLY HILLS, 310-275-4211

SAKSFIFTHAVENUE.COM

GEORGINA JEWELRY

RUNWAY GOLD CRYSTAL CHOKER, $1800;

GEORGINA JEWELRY

RUNWAY GOLD

CRYSTAL CUFF, $1200, GEORGINA JEWELRY

GEORGINAJEWELRY.COM

JIMMY CHOO IXIA 80

LIGHT BLUE HAZE

SUEDE PUMP, $975, SELECT JIMMY CHOO STORES, 866-524-6687, JIMMYCHOO.COM

CHLOÉ HIGH-NECK

UTILITARIAN JACKET WITH GATHERED SHOULDERS, PLEATED SLEEVES AND MAXI FLAP POCKETS, $3150; CHLOÉ SOHO

BOUTIQUE, CHLOÉ SQUARE-NECK LACETRIMMED CROP TOP, $1990,CHLOÉ COSTA MESA, CHLOE.COM

CHLOÉ FLOWY MINI

BLOOMY SHORT, $1450, CHLOÉ COSTA MESA, CHLOE SEPTEMBER SUN

GHILIES MULES IN SEMI SHINY LAMBSKIN, $990, CHLOÉ SOHO

BOUTIQUE, CHLOÉ VINTAGE GOLD RING IN BRASS SYNTHETIC PEARLS SIMILAR STYLES, CHLOÉ BOUTIQUES, CHLOÉ VINTAGE GOLD NECKLACE IN BRASS SYNTHETIC PEARLS, $550, CHLOE.COM

NICKHO REY RED PALM BEACH EARRINGS, $350; RUBY PINK SAPPHIRE 14K GOLD PINK

SAPPHIRE RUBY AND WHITE DIAMOND RING, $5600, NICKHOREY.COM

GABRIELA HEARST

AUGIE LONG SLEEVE

CREW SHIRT, $1500; GABRIELA HEARST

CELEANO SKIRTM $1350, SAKS FIFTH AVENUE, BEVERLY HILLS, 310-275-4211

ANCIENT FUTURE

THE MIRAGE OF THE ABYSS NECKLACE, PUR; VERONIQUE

LEROY WHITE BO EARRINGS, PUR

VERONIQUELEROY.COM

JIMMY CHOO STAZ SLINGBACK 70 DUSTY

BLUE LEATHER PUMP, $995, SELECT

JIMMY CHOO STORES, 866-524-6687

JIMMYCHOO.COM

FRIDAY DRESS

CREPE MAROCAINE

IRIS DARK ORANGE

$890, LA DOUBLEJ: ITALIAN VIBRANT

CLOTHING & HOMEWARE

LADOUBLEJ.COM

ROGER VIVIER

TRES VIVIER

MARY JANE PUMP, IN OFF-WHITE

LEATHER, $1775, ROGER VIVIER

MADISON AVENUE, 212-861-5371

ROGERVIVIER.COM

The New Romantics

PHOTOGRAPHER: SERGIO KURHAJEC @SERGIOKURHAJEC

STYLIST: MIMI LOMBARDO @MIMILOMBARDO

HAIR & MAKEUP: BERNADINE BIBIANO @BERNADINEBIBIANO

MODELS: SOPHIE OLSZAK - MUSE NYC @SOPHOLSZ

FATOU JOBE - NEW YORK MODELS @FATOUJOBEOFFICIAL

ART DIRECTION: STEPHEN KAMIFUJI @GENLUX

CHANEL PRINTED

CHARMEUSE

BLOUSE, AND PANT, PRICE

UPON REQUEST, CHANEL O-SHAPE

METAL, LAMBSKIN, PEARL PURSE, $3050; CHANEL

SHINY LAMBSKIN

SANDAL, $1850; CHANEL BELT, $2950; CHANEL EARRINGS, $850, SELECT CHANEL BOUTIQUES, 800-550-0005.

CHANEL MÉTIERS D’ARTS

WE CAPTURE CHANEL’S LATEST COLLECTION ON ANI MUN AT THE LAKE ARROWHEAD COMMUNITY OF POINT HAMILTAIR

PHOTOGRAPHER: TRACEY MORRIS @TRACEYMORRISPHOTO

STYLIST: LISA SMITH CRAIG @LSCSTYLING

MODEL AND MAKEUP: ANI MUN @ANI_MUNN__ HAIR: J. MICHAEL / CELESTINE AGENCY @JMICHAEL_HAIR

LIGHTING DIRECTOR: ROBERT MORRIS @ROMOCAM007

ART DIRECTION: STEPHEN KAMIFUJI @GENLUX

LOCATION: SPECIAL THANKS TO BREN BOSTON

466 SKY VIEW RIDGE, PT. HAMILTAIR, LAKE ARROWHEAD

LISTING AGENT: STEPHEN VALENTINE, REALTOR, KELLER WILLIAMS BIG BEAR | LAKE ARROWHEAD

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ALL CHANEL MÉTIERS D’ART 2025: FANTASY

CASHMERE CARDIGAN, $7150; CHANEL FANTASY CASHMERE SKIRT, $4850; CHANEL FANTASY CASHMERE SCARF, $2850; CHANEL SATIN/ GROSSGRAIN

BOOT, $3075; CHANEL PATENT

CALFSKIN/ LAMBSKIN/ AGED PALE YELLOW METAL BAG, $2550, SELECT CHANEL BOUTIQUES, 800-550-0005

CHANEL SUEDE CALFSKIN BOOT, $2675;

ALL CHANEL MÉTIERS D’ART

2025: WOOL/ POLYAMIDE DRESS, $5250; METAL/RESIN NECKLACE, $1725; METAL/ RESIN NECKLACE, $2700; SATIN/GROSSGRAIN BOOT, $3075, SELECT CHANEL BOUTIQUES, 800-550-0005

DRESS, $6300;

NATURAL PEARL/ STRASS NECKLACE, $2975;

NECKLACE, $2975; SHINY SATIN/ AGED PALE YELLOW METAL HANDBAG, $5100, SELECT CHANEL BOUTIQUES, 800-550-0005

ALL CHANEL MÉTIERS D’ART 2025: PEARLED FANTASY TWEED DRESS, $4450; PEARLED FANTASY TWEED COAT, PRICE UPON REQUEST; METAL/ GLASS/ RESIN/STRASS NECKLACE, $4275; STRASS/ GROSSGRAIN BOOT, $8525; METAL/ STRASS/ GLASS NECKLACE, $2250; AND EARRINGS, $950; SHINY LAMBSKIN/ SHINY AGED PALE YELLOW METAL CLUTCH $6100; 2025 GOLD METAL BAG CHARM, $3175, SELECT CHANEL BOUTIQUES, 800-550-0005

ALL CHANEL MÉTIERS D’ART

2025: COATED CANVAS COAT, $8950; CRUMPLED LAMBSKIN DRESS, PRICE UPON REQUEST; METAL/ RESIN NECKLACE, $1350; METAL/ RESIN NECKLACE, $1325; VELVET/ZIRCONIUM CHAIN/ SHINY LIGHT GOLD METAL HANDBAG, $6900; SUEDE CALFSKIN/LAMBSKIN BOOT, $2250 SELECT CHANEL BOUTIQUES, 800-550-0005

ONE TO WATCH:

Meet Ani Mun, the e ortlessly chic former Bloomberg TV Asia anchor who commands four languages (Russian, Mongolian, Korean, and English). This Mongolian-born beauty now calls Beverly Hills home, where she seamlessly channels her fashionable, cool-girl vibe into creating compelling social media content and champions philanthropic causes. She proves that brains, beauty, and benevolence aren’t mutually exclusive—they’re her baseline. Ani chimes in on our two-word interview. —SK

Your GPS? We’re having a delicious lunch at Port Via in Beverly Hills.

Your languages? I speak Russian, Mongolian, English, and Korean.

Your birthplace? I was born in Erdenet, the second-largest city in Mongolia.

You’re wearing? Oh, it’s a very Y2K look. Flared high-rise jeans from Good American. I think it’s Chloe’s brand? I’m going, ‘Chloe,’ as if I know her, right? Chloe Kardashian. This top is from Forever 21. I’m wearing sneakers and carrying a light blue Dior Bobby bag. No jewelry, just hoop earrings, and a special necklace with a pendant of my God—my protector. So it’s not really a necklace.

Your religion? I’m a Tibetan Buddhist.

Buddhist teaching? One of the teachings is to be kind to all living things, because you never know what form the gods—yes, we believe in many—will take when they come to the earth. It could be a homeless person, a stray dog, or even an insect like a mosquito.

Morning rituals? I wake up and talk to my God. I have a little shrine at home where I share fresh ﬂowers and water daily. Tibetan Buddhists share everything. Even with my morning coffee, I share with my God. It teaches how not to be selﬁsh. It’s a great routine because even though I live alone, I feel like I live with somebody.

Flower or gardener? In my relationships, I’m more like a gardener. I’m a nurturer. I’m a giver. If you build a garden pretty enough, all of the butterﬂies will ﬂy to you. Same with the philosophy of: It’s better not to

chase, but to attract. And then it just happens that good people come into your life.

College days? I came to LA to attend Cal State Long Beach, and then moved to London for my master’s degree.

First job? I worked for a Bloomberg station in Mongolia, part of Bloomberg Asia. I received broadcast training in Hong Kong and started doing copy editing and reporting. I eventually became a news anchor. My whole six-year career with Bloomberg was a beautiful journey.

Nonprofit world? After the pandemic, I started pursuing a career in the US, specifically in LA, because this is my dream city. I was hired by RESTORE Worldwide a nonprofit organization that provides reconstructive surgery, all free of charge, to patients in developing countries.

Three blessings? My parents and my brother. Even though he’s younger, he’s almost like my older brother, navigating me through life. He’s a cardiothoracic ICU doctor at St. George’s Hospital in London. The second blessing is all of the experiences in my life, whether bad or good, that crafted this person sitting in front of you. And the third blessing is to be reincarnated at this speciﬁc time.

Your boyfriend? I haven’t found my true match yet. I know it will happen. I don’t know when.

Ideal partner? Someone with a commanding aura. Someone stronger than I am. Simply put, I wanna be with somebody who I can feel weak with. Hopefully, he’s smarter and more successful than I am. Most importantly, he’s a good person who is never

mean to weaker people. Listen, a man is never going to be 100% perfect. I also have my ﬂaws that I need to work on and push myself

Casual chic.

Beauty challenges? I have eczema, so I understand my skin more than anybody. My mom has chronic rosacea, so I got that from her. I’m always double cleansing and use potent but good Korean skincare products.

Best friend? Yuri, my bestie since college. She knows everything about me and is so supportive. You know when your friend is a true friend when they get mad when you’re not living up to your full potential. Our friendship is non-transactional, where we don’t get anything out of each other other than joy.

Girls’s girl? No, it’s harder to be friends with girls. I get along better with guys. Girls are too competitive. I was a tomboy in high school and wore baggy pants, hip hop jerseys, and I even shaved my hair off and wore this tiny mohawk. So I wasn’t feminine, and wasn’t close to the girls, and not a part of the “cool” girls club.

Bully stories? Yeah, growing up, I was bullied. I went to a Russian elementary school where the majority were Slavic kids, who were physically bigger. I remember they used to make the Asian kids eat the leftovers. I ﬁnally fought back.

Dinner guests? Any ﬁve? Okay, 1. Leo DiCaprio, because of his philanthropy; 2. Princess Diana, because if she were alive today, she would be the top inﬂuencer; 3. Warren Buffett, because he

said he was gonna retire from Berkshire Hathaway; 4. Maybe Bernard Arnault, president of LVMH; 5. Maybe Elon Musk.

Any hobbies? Pickleball. It’s easy on your joints, good cardio, and a great way to meet people.

Favorite music? Ludovico Einaudi. His symphonies are so relaxing. I also listen to J-pop, K-pop, Chinese pop, Mongolian, and Russian rap.

Dream car? My dream car now is a red Ferrari SF90.

Philanthropy goals? I always want to keep involved with the nonproﬁt world. Back home, I work with Mana, a children’s orphanage. When I return home, I’ll work with them again.

Bad temper? I’m pretty calm. But also, I am a Taurus [smiles].

People pleaser? It’s a part of Asian culture to please everyone in your life. Recently, I’ve been learning how to deconstruct that philosophy and put it back together in my own way.

Best trait? I will drop everything to be there for my friends. I like to think of my friends as soulmates. A soulmate is not always about a romantic relationship.

Your gym? I’ve never worked out, but now I go to Equinox. I had gym anxiety for the longest time. That’s also part of becoming a better version of yourself, to push yourself to go to uncomfortable environments. I hate the gym. I simply hate it. It’s so horrible [laughs].

What’s next? Later this month, I plan on attending my friend’s wedding in Paris, and the French Open is right before that. Things are aligning well. G

EG N LUXIN T ERVIEW A N I MU N

GOLD AND AQUAMARINE BROOCH, BUCCELLATI.COM

EDITOR’S PICKS

MULBERRY SMALL AMBERLEY HANDBAG, MULBERRY.COM

MARTIN KATZ DIAMOND 18K WHITE AND YELLOW GOLD BRACELET, BEVERLY HILLS, 310-276-7200

Leg s for Day s!

ROGER VIVIER BAG, ROGER VIVIER, SOUTH COAST PLAZA, 714-435-005

Hit the gym, book that barre class, or just strike a pose—because this season, legs are having a major moment. Designers are dialing up the drama with unapologetically leggy looks: think ultra-minis, razor-sharp tailored shorts, and barely-there sheer silhouettes that leave little to the imagination. Whether wrapped in sultry lace, dripping in feathers, or cut with sculptural precision, these pieces are made to flaunt, not hide. So tone up, step out, and let those gams do the talking—because baby, it’s a leggy takeover. —Samia

samia@genlux.com

GIAMBATTISTA VALLI RTW 2025

GUCCI RTW 2025

THEUNISSEN RTW 2025

BUCCELLATI

GIOVANNI BIOTIN & COLLAGEN HAIR OIL, $10.99, [GIOVANNI COSMETICS.COM]

BEAUTYGENLUX

Hello, Beautiful!

Amp up your beauty routine with vibrant makeup colors for spring and splash on some new invigorating fragrances. Embrace bold corals, soft peaches, and shimmering bronzes for your lips, cheeks, and eyes. The “in scents” for the season are these light, citrusy notes of bergamot or crisp florals such as jasmine to evoke warm, carefree vibes on date night while dining out under the stars. —Cecilia

CHANEL LES BEIGES

HEALTHY GOLDEN GLOW POWDER. They’re bronzy, shimmery, pink-gold to give the skin the natural look of being bathed in the last rays of the sun. Limited chanel.com

First up, the star of our show: La Prairie’s Skin Caviar Liquid Lift. At $530 for a precious 30ml, it’s the, well, caviar of serums—literally! This little wonder is packed

that stimulate your skin’s energy like a shot of espresso for your face. The Caviar Premier and Caviar Absolute work in tandem to lift, firm, and plump, while peptides and hyaluronic acid join the party to keep your skin looking as fresh as a dewy mornings.

with a sunlit, glossy sheen. $35; Soleil Summer Eye Color, Quad, $100, tomford.com

For those craving the Midas touch, Cle de Peau Beaute’s Precious Gold Vitality Serum is here to grant your skincare wishes: enhance skin barrier, target wrinkles, improve firmness, and boost radiance. At $290, the 24K Gold Retinol Complex is the secret weapon here, combining the luxe factor of Au with the proven power of retinol. It’s like a facelift in a bottle, minus the recovery time.

Favorite Face Serums for Every Skin Concern: Should you use Vitamin C, Retinol, Hylarunic Acid, or Peptides? Here’s a breakdown on what to use and for what... —Cecilia G

let’s not forget the Polyfractioned Black Peppermint Complex—it’s like a protective shield against environmental nasties.

“Luck is my soul” infuses this new fragrance by In-House Perfumer-Creator Olivier Polge, who proclaims the scent, “...a luminous, spontaneous and captivating fragrance.” 3.4oz, $176, chanel.com

DIOR J’ADORE EAU DE PARFUM

“We usually say that J’adore is a bouquet of flowers. It is the result of a complex mosaic of flowers conversing and harmonizing together. Ylang-ylang, jasmine, rose, violet and lilyof-the-valley intertwine to create an ideal, dreamlike flower.” Francis Kurkdjian, Perfume Creative Director, Parfums Dior, 3.4oz, $172, dior.com

LOUIS VUITTON

E LV is inspired by women’s courage, strength, and beauty. LV’s master Perfumer Jacques Cavallier Belletrud states, “The determined, radiant personalities of these amazing women who push society forward are what showed me the way.” Complimentary bottle engraving, refillable, 6.8oz, $485, Select Louis Vuitton boutiques, and louisvuitton.com

Dior throws its hat into the ring with Capture Le Sérum , a steal at $234. This little number is all about boosting collagen and rejuvenation. With lily extract and Pro-Collagen Dipeptide, it’s like sending your skin to boot camp—but in the most luxurious way possible.

RIDDLE ORIGINAL

“The moment I smelled it, I thought, this is the best scent in the world. And to this day, I still believe that.” —Chelsea Voge, Founder. It’s clean, subtle, and blends with your pheromones to craft a unique, personal scent. 20ml roll-on, $104, riddleoil.com

Last but certainly not least, we have the UZO Stem Cell Serum Complex. At $110, it’s our budget-friendly option (if you can call three digits “budget”). But don’t let the price fool you—this botanical powerhouse is serious about collagen support and skin regeneration. Now, go forth and glow!

Frizz Fight! BEAUTYGENLUX

MY TWOYEAR QUEST TO OVERCOME FRIZZY PERIMENOPAUSE HAIR.

— Cecilia Moreno

When I say I’ve tried almost everything to tame my frizzy hair, I am not exaggerating. I’ve always taken pride that I was born with naturally smooth, shiny hair. But when peri-menopause entered the scene, everything changed. Overnight, my hair transformed into a cotton candy-like mess. I’d spend an hour blow-drying, arms aching, only for the frizz to return with a vengeance the moment I stepped outside.

Here are six easy, doable tips to tame our frizzy hair and achieve smooth, manageable locks:

1. Use a Hydrating Shampoo and Conditioner: Choose sulfate-free products with moisturizing ingredients like Giovanni’s Shea Butter + Sweet Almond Oil Shampoo and Conditioner to nourish hair and reduce frizz.

TRUST THE EXPERT: “The best way to help control frizz is to use the Giovanni Frizz Be Gone™ shampoo and conditioner to ensure a good foundation for frizz-free hair, and bonus — it is safe for hair that has been colored.” –Dean Banowetz (@DBano) known as the Hollywood Hair Guy ® , is a seven-time Emmy-nominated celebrity hairstylist, recognized for his work on American Idol, So You Think You Can Dance, and America’s Got Talent

AND CONDITIONER, 24 OZ, GIOVANNICOSMETICS.COM

2. After washing, apply a leavein conditioner and anti-frizz serum to lock in moisture and smooth the hair cuticle. IGK 4-IN-1 PREP SPRAY — acts as a leave-in conditioner and heat protectant for styling with a blow dryer. Apply NEQI Hair Serum to ends of hair once styling is complete.

After two years of trial and error, and nearly giving up and heading for a keratin treatment, I’m finally regaining control over my hair. Through relentless experimentation, I’ve discovered a handful of game-changing gems and tips that have become my hair saviors. Here’s what’s working for me right now.

TRUST THE EXPERT:

“Ionic dryers, soft brushes, and low heat help keep texture intact while managing frizz.” — Jerilynn Stephens (@JerilynnStephens) Hollywood hairstylist with 10 Emmy nominations and four Guild Awards.

3. Use a Hair mask: Once a week apply a moisturizing mask to the hair for extra hydration to keep the hair smooth. Avoid Overwashing: Wash hair 2-3 times a week to preserve natural oils that combat dryness and frizz.

4. Dry with Microfiber Towel or T-Shirt: Gently dry hair with a soft fabric to minimize friction and prevent frizz—avoid rough terrycloth towels.

5. Blow-Dry with a Round Brush and Cool Shot: Use a low-heat setting, smooth hair with a round brush, and finish with a cool shot to seal the cuticle for a sleek look.

6. Sleep on Silk or Satin: Use a silk or satin pillowcase or hair wrap to reduce friction overnight, keeping hair smooth, tame and frizz-free.

LARGE ROUND BRUSH, $125, SEPHORA. COM

GIOVANNI 2CHIC FRIZZ BE GONE SHAMPOO

LUXURYGENLUX

BY LAURA DUNN LUXURY DIRECTOR, @LAURADUNN

LOUD LUXURY?

ANOTHER TOP SECRET

Sweet and simple... wear this perfume and you will be chased down the street with men and women begging to know why you smell like the MOST beautiful garden on the planet. I have had so many people invading my personal space just to get a wiff... there are days I go scentless just NOT to create the pandamonium! $475, bondno9.com

TOTE THIS....

I have always used the nattiest lil totes for my summer beach/pool bags... until now! Bring on the Bottega Veneta large hand-knotted intreccio lea leather tote bag with a detachable strap and a detachable interior zipped canvas pouch! Gold hardware, lambskin, and cotton.... yummy!! Bottega Veneta large tote, $3790, bottegavenetta.com

IS ANYTHING SEXIER THAN

an itty bitty black triangle bikini with a gold chain? I rest my case.... Happy Summer 2025! Tom Ford bikini, $1790, tomford.com

When I heard the ol' slang saying, "Loud Luxury," the first thing that came to mind was... how about "Screaming Luxury!!" I so hate to sound gauche... but the louder the better!! To then spy this golden gem under that headline... another fainting moment? This rolled gold, metal, wide and adjustable Balmain belt not only screams "Loud Luxury" but how about BUY ME!! So, of course, I did... and not only did I buy her... I put a big loud rush on her!! Balmain belt, $2895, balmain.com

ON THE FLIP SIDE!

I hate to give away my fashion secrets... especially when they get as much attention as I got last night. Please allow me to digress....Soooo, I'm going to the polo matches on Sunday in Monticeto for Mother's Day. I thought, how much fun would it be to wear a fascinator? But it's a few days away... and quite frankly we have not a hat or fascinator store within 5441 miles (Los Angeles to London). What's a girl to do? AMAZON... Yes! You heard me correctly!! Amazon! The Coucoland Fascinator Hat, Cocktail, Tea Party, Derby Fascinator Headband looked like the perfect way to dip my toes into the wild and woolly world of fascinators! When I tried it on.... it was such a fashion moment in my mind... that I built an entire high fashion moment around it. I walked into a "Ladies' Birthday Evening" and was immediately MOBBED by every single human in the entire hotel! It was such a delightful entrance... that I just had to share my $23 High Fashion Moment with Y'all! Coucoland fascinator, $23, amazon.com

FASHION

Pearl Pretty!

Deck yourself out in this summer’s most opulent jewelry trend. —Jessie Ajluni

HIGH JEWELRY EARRINGS BY BVLGARI IN GOLD WITH ONYX ELEMENTS, 2 ROUND SOUTH SEA PEARLS, 2 ROUND BRILLIANT CUT DIAMONDS, AND PAVÉ-SET DIAMONDS, PRICE UPON REQUEST, BULGARI.COM, 800-BVLGARI

MIKIMOTO AKOYA CULTURED PEARL SPLASH EARRINGS, $33,000, AVAILABLE AT SELECT MIKIMOTO BOUTIQUES, MIKIMOTOAMERICA.COM

TIFFANY TITAN BY PHARRELL WILLIAMS: PEARL EARRINGS IN GOLD WITH DIAMONDS, $12,000; PEARL BRACELET IN GOLD WITH DIAMONDS, $16,500; PEARL RING IN GOLD WITH DIAMONDS $8200, SELECT TIFFANY & CO. LOCATIONS OR TIFFANY.COM

CHOPARD INSOFU COLLECTION CUFF BRACELET COMPOSED OF TEN STRANDS OF PEARLS, 18-CARAT WHITE GOLD SET WITH SIX EMERALDCUT EMERALDS, BRILLIANTCUT PARAIBA TOURMALINES AND BRILLIANT-CUT DIAMONDS, PRICE UPON REQUEST, CHOPARD BOUTIQUES OR CHOPARD.COM

OSCAR HEYMAN PLATINUM PEARL DIAMOND NECKLACE, $54,000, ALL THE PIECES ARE ONE OF A KIND, TO PURCHASE CALL 800-642-1912 OR OSCARHEYMAN.COM

CHANEL FINE JEWELRY COMÈTE PERLÉE RING 18K WHITE GOLD, DIAMONDS, CULTURED PEARLS, PRICE UPON REQUEST, SELECT CHANEL BOUTIQUES NATIONWIDE

VAN CLEEF & ARPELS EARRINGS, 1970, HERITAGE COLLECTION FEATURING DIAMONDS, RUBIES, WHITE CULTURED PEARLS AND SET IN 18K WHITE AND YELLOW GOLD, PRICE UPON REQUEST, VAN CLEEF & ARPELS OR VANCLEEFARPELS.COM

FASHION

HERMÈS LES MAINS NAIL POLISH, LIMITED EDITION, ROSE PAPILLON, $66, HERMÈS.COM

Blushing Beauty!

LAFAYETTE 148 NEW YORK WASHED GLAZE PRINT SILK CRÉPON DRESS, $2498, LAFAYETTE148NY.COM

JIMMY CHOO MACARON SATIN CRYSTAL FLATS, $1095, AVAILABLE AT SELECT JIMMY CHOO STORES, JIMMYCHOO.COM

CARTIER CLASH [UN]LIMITED WATCH, 18K ROSE GOLD, 18K VIOLET GOLD, $33,300, AVAILABLE AT CARTIER BOUTIQUES NATIONWIDE, CARTIER.COM

ETRO CAPE TOP, $1150, ETRO STORES OR ETRO.COM

CAROLINA HERRERA SHORT SLEEVE POLO IN BLOSSOM PINK, $990, CAROLINAHERRERA.COM

CHLOÉ HIGH RES FLARE JEANS IN DENIM AIRY PINK $1190, AVAILABLE AT CHLOÉ BOUTIQUES AND CHLOE.COM

DOLCE & GABBANA MEDIUM SICILY BAG, $2245, AVAILABLE AT SELECT BOUTIQUES OR DOLCEGABBANA.COM

LOUIS VUITTON FINE JEWELRY COLOR BLOSSOM MINI SUN RING, ROSE GOLD, PINK MOTHER-OFPEARL, DIAMOND, $3050, SELECT LOUIS VUITTON BOUTIQUES OR LOUISVUITTON.COM

FASHION GENLUX

GUCCI GLOW HIGHLIGHTER, $59, SEPHORA.COM

PRADA BEAUTY MONOCHROME SOFT MATTE LIPSTICK, SHADE P155 BLUSH, $50, PRADA-BEAUTY.COM OR SEPHORA.COM

BURBERRY HER EAU DE PARFUM, $39 (10ML), $105 (30ML), $138 (50ML), AND $168 (100ML), SEPHORA.COM

MICHAEL KORS BOCA RATON SUNGLASSES, $109, AVAILABLE IN SELECT STORES & ONLINE AT MICHAELKORS.COM

‘S MAX MARA ARONA COAT, $1590, MAX MARA STORES NATIONWIDE AND AT US.MAXMARA.COM

OSCAR DE LA RENTA CHERRY GUIPURE EMBROIDERED DRESS WITH BELT IN LILY, $4690, BY SPECIAL ORDER, OSCARDELARENTA.COM

COURTESY OF STELLA MCCARTNEY

FASHION

Foulard Fashion!

GUCCI PRINTED SILK NECK BOW, $240, SELECT GUCCI STORES NATIONWIDE, GUCCI.COM

From silk scarves to twill print ready to wear this boho style is sure to have you vacation ready. —Jessie Ajluni

CELINE PAJAMA SHIRT IN TRIOMPHE SILK TWILL, $1850; PAJAMA SHORTS, $1100, CELINE BEVERLY HILLS, CELINE.COM

BOTTEGA VENETA FOULARD TOP HANDLE BAG, $3100, BOTTEGAVENETA.COM

DIESEL D-TEN&HALF SDL BANDANA, STILLETO SANDAL, $850, DIESEL.COM

DIOR LONG BLOUSE, $1800; MEDIUM BOOK TOTE,$3600; CHARDONS MITZAH SCARF, $250; OCEAN SANDAL, $1700; SUNGLASSES, $490; CROPPED TIED BLOUSE, $1800; TOILE DE JOUY PALMS SQUARE SCARF, $590, DIOR BOUTIQUES NATIONWIDE

ZIMMERMANN LUCKY RING TIE BIKINI, $250, ZIMMERMANN.COM/US

RABANNE LONG SKIRT IN PRINTED SATIN, $1190, RABANNE.COM

FENDI FF FOULARD BLUE SILK FOULARD, $290, FENDI.COM

RAG & BONE OLIVE SCARFPRINT SATIN PANT, $358, RAG-BONE.COM

CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN ‘MINNY MULE TOE’ IN GIRAFFE, $845, CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN BOUTIQUES, CHRISTIANLOUBOUTIN.COM

SAINT LAURENT BY ANTHONY VACCARELLO SILK DRESS, $4200, SAINT LAURENT 57TH STREET OR YSL.COM

Babor Power Serum Ampoule: Ceramide, 49.95,

BEAUTYGENLUX

The Art of Modern Skincare 101

The Blossoming Glow

Caring for your skin nurtures both well-being and self-confidence. No matter the season of life, when your skin radiates with a healthy glow, it uplifts how you feel—creating a beautiful ripple effect that touches every part of your being. -Ninka B, aesthetician advisor at

Spring brings the spirit of renewal. The skin and its renewal process brings a fresh glow to the surface. When working with our skin and the right products, you can reveal your best skin yet. I’m sharing my must-haves with you! - Ninka Baprawska, aesthetician advisor at GENLUX Beauty

CREATING AN INTENTIONAL PAUSE

1.TONER WITH ACIDS!

Toners can come in many forms, and since we are in the theme of renewal, I will focus on a toner formulated with AHA’s and BHA’s acids. Apply the ZO Skin Health by Zein Obagi Renewal Pads after cleansing in the morning and evening. The pad exfoliates dryness and dullness and helps to bring fresh skin cells to the surface. My favorite acids are Glycolic and Salicylic. Glycolic Acid works on the surface to brighten, and Salicylic Acid works within the pore, clearing and preventing acne and congestion such as blackheads. This acid duo also works anti-aging, making the surface of your skin smooth and ready for serums!

As an experienced aesthetician, I see firsthand how my clients’ lives begin to shift once they fall into the rhythm of regular facial treatments. I call it an Intentional Pause Button—a monthly moment just for you. A professional facial doesn’t just improve the appearance of your skin— it offers a meditative, calming space for the mind. In today’s world of constant stimulation, carving out this kind of pause is a necessity, not a luxury. I encourage you to make facials a monthly ritual to help restore inner and outer radiance. Ninka B. recommends: Regular visits with a trusted skin care professional, such as a Medical Aesthetician.

Ninka B. recommends: ZO Skin Health by Zein Obagi Renewal Pads, $63, zoskinhealth.com

2.TREATMENT MASK!

Luzern’s Firming Facial Mist, made with rare flower extracts and plant stem cells harvested in the Swiss Alps. With hydrating hyaluronic acid and antioxidant-rich ingredients, this mist binds moisture to the skin and enhances the absorption of your nighttime products. It’s the perfect final touch before sleep. Ninka B. recommends: Luzern Firming Facial Mist, $85, luzern.com

SKIN PROTECTION— ALWAYS!

3. AT HOME PEEL!

I love having special treats for my skin in my beauty cabinet—something I can pick up when the skin appears fatigued and needs extra vitality. Treatment masks are one of the best things to do to add radiance, as they have fast-acting ingredients. The Valmont Renewing Pack rebalancing treatment mask gives skin an instant beauty boost. Apply a thicker layer of the mask for 20-30 minutes or a couple of times a week as a sleeping mask. Voilà! Your skin will thank you. Ninka B. recommends: Valmont Prime Renewing Pack, $280, lamaisonvalmont.com

4. COLLAGEN SUPPORT!

Results don’t come from occasional effort—they come from consistency. So now is the time to focus on antioxidant-rich skincare. Antioxidants, particularly Vitamin C, help protect your skin from increased free radical damage from warmer weather and UV exposure. Vitamin C is especially powerful—it boosts collagen production and helps maintain firmness and even skin tone. While we all love

Treating your skin to a safe and effective at-home peel will keep your skin in tip-top shape. You can do this between your regular facial appointments to ensure your skin keeps the afterglow. The iS Clinical Active Peel System consists of 2 Steps. The 1st step gently and effectively exfoliate with a blend of acids. The 2nd step will neutralize and, at the same time, provide nourishment to your skin. One of my favorite ingredients in the 2nd step is the Copper Tripeptide-1. Copper peptides are a brilliant invention of cosmetic chemists and incredible for the skin!

sunshine, it’s one of the main culprits behind collagen breakdown and pigmentation. Thankfully, you can take proactive steps to protect and nourish your skin. Ninka B. recommends: 1. ZO Skin Health 10% Vitamin C Self-Activating, $110, zoskinhealth.com; 2. Natura Bissé C+C Vitamin Body Cream, $125, naturabisse.com; and 3. Cymbiotika Liposomal Vitamin C, $62, cymbiotika.com

Ninka B. recommends: iS Clinical Active Peel System, $96 dermstore.com

Sunscreen is your skin’s best long-term investment. Not only does it protect against immediate damage, but it also preserves your skin’s health and youthfulness for years to come. The modern way to reapply sunscreen is with an easy, brush-on formula. I love the ColoreScience Sunforgettable Total Protection Brush-On Shield SPF 50. It’s an all-mineral formula that’s gentle on sensitive skin, won’t clog pores, and offers quick, effective reapplication throughout the day. This is a year-round must-have, especially during spring and summer. Ninka B. recommends: ColoreScience Sunforgettable Total Protection Brush-On Shield SPF 50, $69, colorescience.com

Certain skincare ingredients work like magic! It’s all about the quality of ingredients. I have always been a fan of peptides. There are many di erent types of peptides, each with a speciﬁc function. The Le Mieux Collagen Peptide Serum contains Acetyl Tetrapeptide-2, which stimulates elastin production essential for skin ﬁrmness. Another highlight of this particular peptide is brightening the skin by inhibiting the production of uneven pigment. Renew and rejuvenate your skin with wonderful serum! Ninka B. recommends: Le Mieux Collagen Peptide Serum, $95, lemieuxskincare.com

Wishing you a radiant and joyful season, dear readers. The skincare tips I share come from my personal experience, professional research, and the beautiful transformations I witness every day. If you have any questions or want to connect, feel free to reach out to me at ninkabskin@gmail.com. With care and beauty, Ninka B.

Taking care of the skin is an ongoing balancing act. It’s essential to keep the cell renewal up to speed. At the same time, treating the skin to much-needed nourishment with serum or a treatment mask. Wishing you a blossoming Spring! - Ninka

MODEL PHOTO: STEPHEN KAMIFUJI

YOUR HOME IN PRESTIGIOUS PT. HAMILTAIR GATED COMMUNITY AWAITS

CLASSIC MOUNTAIN LIVING IN A MULTI-STORY “PROW HOUSE”

Resembling

Resembling the prow of a ship, this mid 70’s interpretation is a marvel of architecture. Home’s views in San Bernardino Co.’s most scenic mountain resort community of Lake Arrowhead California, are priceless.

466 Sky View Ridge Drive

$2,500,000

3 BD, 3BA | 2201 SQ FT | Lot: .23 ACRE

granite countertops, and stainless-steel appliances is configured in an open floor plan with soaring Cathedral ceilings. Double sliders frame the huge bank of windows opening out into a forest enclave (with apple, maple and oak trees). Potential ADU with separate entrance on lower level includes a living room with brick fireplace & another primary bedroom suite. Home has Lake Rights, central air, two access points and plentiful parking.

plentiful parking.

Nestled in Arrowhead’s prestigious Point Hamiltair gated community, this stunning home blends roughhewn stone and earthy finishes, creating an intimate retreat. Situated on a 2/3 acre lot with peek-a-boo lake views, the multi-level residence features a grand cobblestone driveway framed by towering pines. Inside, a handhewn stone staircase leads to leaded-glass double doors that open to a soaring two-story cathedral ceiling living space with whitewashed shiplap walls, wide plank flooring, and stone fireplace. The gourmet kitchen boasts custom cabinetry, and an island. The primary bedroom ensuite is on the main level. Upstairs offers a library/ media lounge, two large bedrooms, and a spa bath, illuminated by modern chandeliers. Home includes a Generac generator, new DaVINCI tile roof, water filtration, decorative fencing, and a dock with beach access.

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IG: @ValentineGroup

Au Courant Décor

LOUIS VUITTON BRINGS US HOME

—STEPHEN KAMIFUJI

Louis Vuitton’s newest home décor collections collaborate with top designers who weave the brand’s legacy and fine artistry into items that sing with color, texture, and joie de vivre.

Take Tokujin Yoshioka’s Blossom Vase, which molds the iconic Louis Vuitton Monogram Flower into a robust, swirling sculptural masterpiece—merging innovative design and nature-inspired artistry in collectible form.

Jaime Hayon’s Botanik ceramics are playful chameleons, transforming from boxes to trays to candleholders, each piece a vivid echo of botanical gardens.

Cristian Mohaded’s Inti vase and dish are minimalist odes to LV’s codes—contemporary heirlooms, radiant with depth

TOKUJIN YOSHIOKA’S BLOSSOM

VASE (11.8 X 6.3 X 6.3 IN) REIMAGINES LV’S MONOGRAM FLOWER AS A SCULPTURAL MASTERPIECE HAND-CRAFTED BY GLASSBLOWERS IN MURANO, ITALY. $5100, LOUIS VUITTON STORES, OR LOUISVUITTON.COM

JAIME’S GARDEN INSIDE JAIME HAYON’S BOTANIK STUDIO FOR LOUIS VUITTON. BELOW: HAYON’S VIBRANT, LEATHER-CLAD CERAMIC BOXES, TRAYS, CANDLEHOLDERS WITH BOTANICAL VIBES. MULTIFUNCTIONAL, JOYFUL, AND EXQUISITELY CRAFTED, EACH ITEM BRING PLAYFUL AND COLORFUL ELEGANCE.

SHOPGENLUX

PETALO TRINKET TRAYS BY PATRICIA URQUIOLA FOR LOUIS VUITTON BLOOM IN VIVID LEATHER HUES, ECHOING MONOGRAM FLOWERS.

and artistry.

Patricia Urquiola’s Diago vases blend lyrical compositions of supple leather and gentle glass, in hues drawn from nature’s palette—vessels that breathe with quiet elegance. Her Petalo trinket trays are spring’s first bloom made tangible—a garden of leather petals, saddle-stitched and radiant in purple, green, red, and yellow. Each tray is a poetic fragment of nature, the Monogram flower reimagined as a modern flourish.

The Ribbon throw and cushion by Zanellato/Bortotto unfurl like a pink-hued ballet across pure wool, LV initials weaving a motif that enlivens any room with kinetic grace. In contrast, Cristian Mohaded’s Sunset textiles capture Patagonia’s clay mountains and the last light of day in pixelated checkerboards—a sunset’s warmth distilled into fabric. Together, these Louis Vuitton home décor collabs blend whimsy with refined luxury, redefining the home as a canvas for creativity and welcoming hospitality.

CRISTIAN MOHADED’S INTI VASES AND DISHES FOR LOUIS VUITTON FEATURE HAND-PAINTED, GRAPHIC COLOR BLOCKS AND MONOGRAM FLOWERS BLENDING ICONIC CODES WITH UNIQUELY VIBRANT, MINIMALIST ARTISTRY AND DEPTH.

A VIBRANT JACQUARD WOOL THROW AND CUSHION, DESIGNED BY ZANELLATO/ BORTOTTO, ENERGIZES INTERIORS WITH GRAPHIC, LUXURIOUS MOVEMENT.

SUNSET THROWS AND CUSHIONS BY CRISTIAN

MOHADED WEAVE

LOUIS VUITTON’S GRAPHIC SIGNATURE IN WARM, SUNSET-INSPIRED HUES, ECHOING

PATAGONIA’S CLAY

MOUNTAINS TO BRING VIBRANT RHYTHM AND ARTISTRY TO INTERIORS.

DIAGO VASES BY PATRICIA URQUIOLA

BLEND SUPPLE LEATHER AND LUMINOUS

GLASS. NATUREINSPIRED HUES AND WOVEN

BASES CREATE RHYTHMIC DÉCOR, UNITING LOUIS VUITTON ARTISTRY AND CONTEMPORARY DESIGN.

DolceVita

LOUIS VUITTON SETS THE TABLE

The Louis Vuitton Dolce Vita tableware collection is sunny and elegant, bringing the Louis Vuitton Monogram flower to hypnotising life. The yellow hue, applied like a watercolor for greater depth, sweeps across the porcelain plates, platters, cups and teapot composing this set, emblematic of Louis Vuitton’s art of entertaining. The zest for life radiating from this service brightens any table with enduring appeal. Bon appétit!

Origins

Luxury

Pura Vida!

Lodge Resort: A Jungle Hideaway fo the Soul

—Samia Arslane

Tucked away high above the lush hills of Costa Rica, where hummingbirds dance between cinnamon trees and the phrase Pura Vida is more than a greeting—it’s a way of life—you’ll find a place that breathes peace into your bones. This place isn’t just a destination, it’s a recalibration. With only six secluded casitas, it feels like you’ve been granted the keys to a secret garden in the clouds. Costa Rica isn’t a place you visit. It’s a rhythm you feel. Where education is free and there’s no army. My bestie and I traveled there during “low season”— only to find it just as stunning, serene, and alive as ever.

MUST STAY:

Perched on a hilltop overlooking the rainforest, the Origins Luxury Lodge Resort feels like it was grown, not built. Each casita is a sanctuary, complete with a private hot tub that mimics the ﬂow of the surrounding volcanic springs. From the moment you arrive, you’re invited to exhale. Walk barefoot if you like—this is where the wild turkey bird casually struts by and angel trumpet ﬂowers bloom at night, scenting the air with their nocturnal perfume. Guava trees and cinnamon branches line the property, a so reminder that nature is the true designer here. originslodge.com

MUST SHAKE:

Don’t miss mixology night—it’s not just a cocktail class, it’s a cultural immersion. Under the so glow of lanterns and the sound of the jungle humming in the background, we learned the art of the Caipirinha, Brazil’s iconic cocktail. Fresh lemon wedges, raw sugar, and cachaça come together in a ritual of muddling and pouring that feels almost ceremonial. Simple, sensual, and undeniably strong. Then came the Chiliguaro—Costa Rica’s ﬁery signature shot. A blend of guaro, hot sauce, and lime that hits fast and lingers with warmth, like a tropical sunset in a glass. Each sip felt rooted in place—earthy, bright, and bold, just like the Origins Resort itself.

One of Six Only a half dozen of these stunning casitas dot the luxuruy resort for a very private getaway.

GENLUXGETAWAY

MUST EXPLORE

One of my favorite moments was a guided hike to the Oro Waterfall—followed by a horseback ride back through misty jungle trails. Along the way, we heard frogs calling from hidden pools and saw a few leap across our path—pure magic. “Magical” doesn’t even begin to describe it.

MUST FLOW:

Yoga in the middle of the rainforest is a spiritual experience. Whether it’s sunrise ﬂow or a still moment in tree pose, the jungle soundtrack of howler monkeys and exotic birds wraps around your practice like a mantra.

MUST SAVOR: MUST GIVE:

Every meal is a ceremony, led by the resort’s culinary genius, Imran Lallmahamad. The cuisine is rooted in purity. Most of the ingredients are carefully picked from Origins’ organic garden—vibrant, living things grown just steps from the kitchen. The philosophy is about savoring each ﬂavor, so everything is served fresh, raw when needed, and bursting with the wild essence of the land. From garden vegetables to forest-foraged ﬂorals, even the unexpected—like forestalls and edible blossoms not typically used in traditional cuisine—are celebrated. There’s an art to this simplicity.

Beyond the beauty, Origins Luxury Lodge Resort is commi ed to community. The resort supports a foundation in partnership with Mukul Resort and Vivian Pellas— focused on healthcare and education for underserved communities.

Hot Lips scientiﬁcally known as Psychotria elata, is a tropical plant native to the rainforest of Costa Rica.

Creative: Beatrice Dupire

Photography: JC Dhien

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Illustrated by Quentin Blake

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Photo credit: Iris Velghe / Illustration credit: Quentin Blake / Conception Luma