Gotham - 2016 - Issue 6 - Winter - Chris Weidman & Stephen "Wonderboy" Thompson

MIRACLE ON MADISON AVENUE

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STEPHEN “WONDERBOY” THOMPSON THE MMA SUPERSTARS ENTER THE OCTAGON FOR MADISON SQUARE GARDEN’S FIRST UFC THROWDOWN!

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The essential Brown: To mark Bobbi Brown’s anniversary, the Coveteur’s Jake Rosenberg shot still lifes from her archives, including (clockwise from top left) her signature lipsticks; letters from the likes of Oprah and Jennifer Aniston; and brushes, news clippings, and an invite from Bergdorf Goodman. left: A recent portrait of Brown.

A TRUE ORIGINAL TWENTY-FIVE YEARS AGO, BOBBI BROWN LAUNCHED A NATURAL BEAUTY REVOLUTION—AND IT’S STILL GOING STRONG.

When Bobbi Brown, one of today’s most recognizable names in cosmetics, first moved to New York City in the early 1980s, she didn’t know anyone—and times were very different. “I used to go to an aerobics class, and Madonna was often in the class before she was famous,” recalls Brown.

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As a young makeup artist, she says, she was never comfortable with ’80s makeup. “It was a time for me to try to conform.”

Anyone familiar with Brown’s work knows that didn’t happen. Instead, a natural—and signature—look was born. It started with a collection of ten lipsticks that

the makeup mogul, along with a chemist, created to complement the natural color of lips. “My philosophy was that you can mix and blend colors to get any color you want,” says Brown.

After selling the line for a year out of her home in New Jersey, where she had moved with her husband,

she met a buyer for Bergdorf Goodman at a party and pitched her the lipsticks.

The collection debuted at the revered Manhattan retailer in 1991. “It was a lucky meeting,” says Brown, who a quarter century later has fittingly introduced ten new shades inspired by the original.

And though Brown’s relationship with the city may have shifted since her start (“I don’t take the subway anymore,” she says with a laugh), the brand’s motto remains intact. “Makeup is simple: A woman should be confident, she should look like herself.”

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UNDER THE SURFACE Escada’s new resort collection revels in California cool.

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26 // LETTER FROM THE EDITOR-IN-CHIEF

47 // ON A MISSION!

28 // LETTER FROM THE PUBLISHER 30 // THE LIST 35 // INVITED

Hilary Swank tells us how she’s taking athleisure to the next level.

48 // A LION IN WINTER Dev Patel comes roaring back with another Hollywood winner.

50 // MY FAIR LADY Healthy living guru Lady Dawn Russell shows us how she stays lovely in the West Village.

52 // GAME CHANGER Art advisor Barbara Guggenheim goes behind the velvet easel of the often cliquey and cutthroat art world.

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HIT MEN MMA stars Chris Weidman (left) and Stephen “Wonderboy” Thompson tell us about the fight to bring the UFC to NYC. on chris: Western shirt ($195) and crew neck shirt ($75), Frame. Blue & Cream, 1 E. First St., 212-533-3088; blueandcream.com. Jeans, Mavi ($98). Bloomingdale’s, 504 Broadway, 212-729-5900; bloomingdales.com. 40mm Rolesium steel and platinum Rolex Oyster Perpetual Yacht-Master, Rolex ($11,550). Wempe Jewelers, 700 Fifth Ave., 212-397-9000; rolex.com. Boots, Coach 1941 ($445). 620 Fifth Ave., 212-245-4148; coach.com. on stephen: Henley, ATM ($145).

Barneys New York, 660 Madison Ave., 212-826-8900; barneys.com. Jeans, Levi’s ($70). 495 Broadway, 646-613-1847; levi.com.

39mm 18k Everose gold Cellini Time on a leather strap, Rolex ($15,200). Wempe Jewelers, see above. Shoes, John Lobb ($1,815). 800 Madison Ave., 212-888-9797; johnlobb.com

Dan Kluger’s hotly anticipated restaurant debuts in the Village with a focus on seasonal dishes.

56 // TRUE GRIT Nan Goldin’s MOMA exhibition depicts the intensity of love and loss through snapshots in time.

58 // SCENE: THE GUIDE Gotham’s inside track to the ultimate dining and entertainment in NYC.

STYLE 65 // UNDER THE SURFACE Escada folds four decades of heritage into a modern resort collection.

68 // JUST DO IT! Channel your inner fashion designer with Gucci’s new DIY collection.

70 // MAKE AN IMPACT Find out the inspiration behind this season’s hottest beauty collections.

72 // LET’S HAVE A PARADE! Macy’s celebrates its 90th Thanksgiving Day spectacle with a fancy Rizzoli tome and in-store events from coast to coast.

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MIRACLE ON MADISON AVENUE 84 // THIRTY YEARS OF WONDER Miracle on Madison Avenue marks three decades of fabulous philanthropy.

88 // THE XMAS FACTOR Check out these in-store events for sweet treats and the season’s best looks.

90 // DIVINE CANINES Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center’s therapy dogs make their debut!

92 // IT’S A MAD WORLD! Your go-to guide for participating stores.

74 // STYLE GUIDE

94 // MY MAGICAL MADISON AVENUE

Gotham picks New York’s finest fashion, jewelry, watches, and more!

Daniel Boulud, Rosanna Scotto, and others share their favorite shops.

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FEATURES 106 // HIT MEN MMA superstars Chris Weidman and Stephen “Wonderboy” Thompson chat about making history at Madison Square Garden’s first-ever UFC battle.

112 // #INSTA NYC! Our most fabulous—and most followed—social media stars capture what makes NYC the scene to be seen in.

118 // FORCES OF NATURE The giddy days of ski bunnies in neon hues are giving way to a modern mood on the slopes. Call it the new cold-mountain chic.

124 // INTO THE WOODS The latest fine jewelry collections set an enchanted scene of shimmering flora and fauna.

129 // FLOWER POWER! L’Olivier blooms this season with an inaugural holiday capsule collection.

130 // RENOVATE OR RESTORE? While the luxury development market is winning sales with bigger and brighter amenities, a few are capitalizing on historic pedigree.

132 // BEDTIME STORY With its latest launch, ultra-luxe bed brand Hästens has clients sleeping like Swedish royalty.

134 // CHICS AND VALLEYS

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#INSTA NYC! Five social media stars share their unique POV on New York City.

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136 // SPACE: THE GUIDE Gotham’s inn-side track to haute hotels and beautiful living in NYC.

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INTO THE WOODS Get lost in the season’s most dazzling jewelry collections.

Custom platinum, cushion-cut diamond, radiant-cut diamond, and pavé diamond Stiletto earrings, David Alan Jewelry ($86,000). 2 W. 45th St., 212-382-1410; davidalanjewelry.com.

18k white-gold and 3.9-carat diamond marquise-shaped ring, Forevermark (price on request). London Jewelers, Westfield World Trade Center, 185 Greenwich St., 212-381-9455; londonjewlers.com.

Platinum, 79.57-carat diamond, 1.20-carat sapphire, and .80-carat aquamarine Secret Wonder necklace, Harry Winston (price on request). 718 Fifth Ave., 212-399-1000; harrywinston.com

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SELF 139 // SAVING FACE A new treatment makes the double chin a thing of the past.

140 // LEAN NY MACHINES This winter, prep for the summer ahead with buzzy new workouts.

142 // SELF: THE GUIDE Get fit and beautiful at New York’s fabbest studios and spas!

UNZIPPED 144 // THIS JUST IN! We give our fair and balanced take on the ’hoods that CNN’s Anderson Cooper and Don Lemon call home.

on the cover: Chris Weidman and Stephen “Wonderboy” Thompson Photography by James Macari Styling by Julian Antetomaso Location: UFC Gym NYC, 277 Canal St., 212-858-9880; ufcgym.com on chris: Double-breasted suit, Kingsman ($2,495). mrporter.com.

Rock athletic-fit shirt, Thomas Pink ($195). 520 Madison Ave., 212-8381928; thomaspink.com. on stephen: Suit ($3,995) and dress shirt ($375), Ermenegildo Zegna. 663 Fifth Ave., 212-421-4488; zegna.com. 39mm 18k Everose gold Cellini Time on a leather strap, Rolex ($15,200).

Wempe Jewelers, 700 Fifth Ave., 212-397-9000; rolex.com

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clockwise from above left: With John Legend, our Late Fall cover star, at the smashing new Four Seasons Hotel New York Downtown; behind the scenes of our Miracle on Madison Avenue film shoot at The Lowell hotel with Lavinia Branca Snyder, president of The Society of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center; celebrating Paul Giamatti and Maggie Siff’s Gotham cover for the Fall issue at Bagatelle; taking five with MMA stars Chris Weidman (right) and Stephen “Wonderboy” Thompson at the UFC Gym in Soho.

Winter in New York City brings a flurry of activity, from amassing gifts for our loved ones to a host of philanthropic parties that fill our calendars. Rare are the moments when those two are combined so beautifully as they are with Miracle on Madison Avenue, which this year celebrates its 30th anniversary. From Paris to Milan, London to Los Angeles, there really isn’t a more glamorous stretch of retail than the shops that lie between 57th and 86th Streets on Madison Avenue, and more than 80 of them have pledged to donate twenty percent of their sales on

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Saturday, December 3, to The Society of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center.

Needless to say, it’s a date to put on your calendar, as we get together for two of my very favorite things—shopping and philanthropy! There will be in-store events, dishes from some of the area’s finest chefs at the Taste of Madison Avenue tent, performances at two dedicated stages, and an appearance from Miracle on Madison Avenue’s iconic carolers. Starting on page 83, you will find all of the fabulous details of the day—including an exclusive guide from Rosanna Scotto and Daniel Boulud, who join me in sharing our must-visit spots on the avenue for the holiday season. For me, that means Fred Leighton, Veronica Beard, and the Gagosian Gallery—plus a bite at the gallery’s subterranean sushi resto, Kappo Masa!

I’d like to thank Matthew Bauer, president of Madison Avenue Business Improvement District, and Lavinia Branca Snyder, president of The Society of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer

Center, for being the most fabulous of partners as Gotham revels in our media partnership for the second year.

This issue commemorates another major milestone for our fair—and fierce—city. In the cover story, MMA stars Chris Weidman and Stephen “Wonderboy” Thompson tell us what it’s like to bring NYC’s first-ever UFC event to Madison Square Garden. We also check in with five social media sensations who have us addicted to Instagram. As always, I’m thrilled to introduce New York’s haute new restaurants (Loring Place and Le Coucou top my must-book spots), and we’re also launching a new Self section—after so much fab dining, we all need to know the best workout classes to book! This issue is one to treasure during the holiday season.

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The Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) has come to New York, and I never in my wildest dreams thought I would be this excited about it! Our cover stars, Chris Weidman (a Long Island native) and Stephen “Wonderboy” Thompson, are both UFC powerhouses, and in this issue, they talk about the preparation for their bouts. The milestone event at Madison Square Garden drew a sold-out crowd of celebrities and VIPs at record-breaking prices.

Also in this issue, we are debuting our new Self section, which focuses on health, fitness, wellness, and beauty. With New Year’s resolutions looming, the timing couldn’t be better to learn about new workouts and beauty tips from our editors.

Thanksgiving to New Year’s is the most magical time to be in New York. From the gorgeous holiday windows at Bergdorf Goodman, Bloomingdale’s, and Saks Fifth Avenue to all the festively decorated boutiques lining Madison Avenue to Macy’s famous windows in

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midtown to Saks at Brookfield Place and Westfield World Trade Center in lower Manhattan, the city glows with excitement and holiday shopping.

On December 3, we are celebrating the 30th anniversary of Miracle on Madison Avenue with MAD BID (the Madison Avenue Business Improvement District) and The Society of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. In this issue, we feature an editorial section dedicated to the history of this wonderful event and all the exciting happenings along Madison Avenue from 57th Street to 86th Street on that day.

We hope you can join us and help support The Society of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. Enjoy the issue!

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clockwise from above left: With the cover stars of our Fall issue, Maggie Siff and Paul Giamatti, at the elegant Bagatelle to celebrate the release of the issue and their hit show, Billions; with Valerio Ambrosio and Dr. Matthew White at the fête for our Late Fall issue at the Four Seasons Hotel New York Downtown, where we toasted cover star John Legend.

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EVENTS AND OPENINGS IN NEW YORK HIGHLIGHTED THE BEST AND BRIGHTEST IN MUSIC, TELEVISION, FASHION, AND MORE.

Check it out! John Legend had plenty to celebrate at the release party for the Late Fall issue: his new single, “Love Me Now;” his new movie, La La Land; and of course, his Gotham cover.

Manhattan welcomed the winter weather with celebrity-filled gatherings along practically every avenue. Gotham hosted a party for Late Fall cover star John Legend as well as a special dinner for Fall cover stars—and Billions castmates—Paul Giamatti and Maggie Siff. The Luxury Education Foundation presented its first Alumni Networking Event at Cadillac House. And fashion remained at the forefront of the city’s happenings with the debut of Cartier’s new mansion and Wempe’s flagship store reopening.

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Gotham pulled out all the stops for a red-carpet affair celebrating the cover star of its Late Fall issue, John Legend. Guests like Gerald and Jackie Storch gathered at the Four Seasons Hotel New York Downtown to toast the renaissance man of television, music, and film with specialty cocktails by Casa Noble Tequila and Whispering Angel rosé wine from Château d’Esclans. Passed hors d’oeuvres and premium VOSS water beverages were also on offer.

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Gotham presented an elegant dinner party at Bagatelle for Billions stars Paul Giamatti and Maggie Siff, who graced the magazine’s Fall cover. The evening featured signature cocktails made with Belvedere Vodka and an impeccable French dinner under Bagatelle’s gold chandeliers. Celebrities and socialites, including Richard Sinnott, Paul Ratliff, and Dean Michaels, poured in through the red-carpet entrance.

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A name synonymous with luxury, Cartier unveiled a stunning redesign of its famous Fifth Avenue mansion. All six levels of the building were filled with tastemakers and celebs like Nick Wooster, Martha Stewart, Zachary Quinto, and Neil Patrick Harris.

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The Luxury Education Foundation hosted its first annual Alumni Networking Event at Cadillac House. The evening, sponsored by Cadillac, featured a panel discussion with LEF board members and alumni council members, and Ketty Maisonrouge—the president of LEF and an adjunct professor of luxury marketing at Columbia Business School—spoke about career paths and mentorship in the luxury sector. The night also featured talks with fashion industry greats like Pamela Baxter and Jodie Chan. Guests, including Robert Chavez, Riccardo Ruini, and Maggie Cavaliere, enjoyed specialty cocktails by Remy Cointreau.

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ON A MISSION! IN AN EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW, HILARY SWAN TELLS US HOW SHE’S TAKING ATHLEISURE TO THE NEXT LEVEL.

PHOTOGRAPHY BY BRIAN BOWEN SMITH (SWANK); ANSEL ADAMS/NATIONAL ARCHIVES/THE LIFE PICTURE COLLECTION/GETTY IMAGES (BACKGROUND IMAGE)

BY SAMANTHA YANKS

Tell us about fusing high fashion and high performance in your line, Mission Statement.

“Women are busier than ever.

They want the ability to go from exercising straight into their day, whether it’s business meetings, dropping the kids at school, running errands—whatever that is for their lives. I couldn’t find something that served me in all of those facets, so I designed it!” You saw a void in the market.

“Indeed. I don’t feel like anyone has hit the mark where highperformance wear has seamlessly met high fashion. When you go out you don’t want to actually look like you’re in a tennis dress. Only when you look at it closer do you realize that the fabrics are actually a technical-performance fabric.”

What inspired the fabrics you used? “I wanted to find aesthetically pleasing, world-class, engineered performance materials specifically with a high-fashion look and hand.

I also wanted to find fabrics that provided varying levels of warmth or that could keep you cool... materials that protect you from the elements.” What has the process been like from inception to final product? “It’s been an incredible learning curve, but it’s also interesting how it parallels movies in the creation of an idea and taking it all the way to a finished product. It takes a village to actualize a creative endeavor!” missionstatement.com

Get Swank-y: The two-time Oscar winner, here wearing Mission Statement’s Triple Back bra ($185) and Continental Grip capri pants ($165), says her favorite pieces from the line include the Zing crop top in stretch cashmere, the Grand Slam dress, and the Bliss jacket (“it provides great warmth but never sacrifices a chic element,” she notes).

“I DON’T FEEL LIKE ANYONE HAS HIT THE MARK WHERE HIGH PERFORMANCE HAS SEAMLESSLY MET HIGH FASHION.” —HILARY SWANK

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A LION IN WINTER JUST IN TIME FOR AWARDS SEASON, DEV PATEL COMES ROARING BACK WITH ANOTHER HOLLYWOOD WINNER.

BY SCOTT HUVER

Actor’s pride: “This movie allowed me to flex certain muscles, and feel certain things, and be shot a certain way,” says British-Indian screen star Dev Patel of his “nourishing” role in Lion, the film adaptation of the best-selling memoir A Long Way Home.

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“For a young actor like myself, it’s a once-in-a-lifetime role,” actor Dev Patel says of Lion, the film adaptation of Saroo Brierley’s memoir, A Long Way Home, which relates how as a child in India an unintended train trip resulted in Brierley’s 1,000mile separation from his family, eventual adoption by an Australian couple, and, 25 years later, the guilt-driven search for his birth mother by piecing together meager clues and sparse memories of his childhood.

Directed by Garth Davis and released by The Weinstein Company, Lion was a sensation at the Toronto International Film Festival, with Patel earning particularly rave reviews. “I’m all the more proud of this because I had to really fight for it,” says the 26-year-old actor, noting that his Slumdog Millionaire cachet worked against him. Patel not only built up his physique, mastered an Australian accent, visited Indian orphanages, and wrote in-character diaries, he also spent time bonding with the real Brierley, “the epitome of a survivor,” he says.

The opportunity, Patel adds, “was something that I knew would be incredibly nourishing.” It also landed him on the immediate short list for major awards contention. “Being a young BritishAsian actor, I’m finally given a piece of material that I can really run with,” he admits.

“The whole experience made me feel really humbled coming away from it.”

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SCENE MY NEIGHBORHOOD Village spirit: Lady Dawn Russell (below), inventor of the health supplement 8Greens (inset), shares her fave West Village spots, including The Elk (left), where she orders the grapefruit brûlée, and Three Lives & Company (right), an old bookshop where she goes just to “inhale the air.”

HEALTHY LIVING GURU LADY DAWN RUSSELL SHOWS US HOW SHE STAYS LOVELY IN THE WEST VILLAGE. BY TIM LATTERNER

Aristocrat, cancer survivor, and now entrepreneur, Dawn Russell has drawn on her life experiences to create 8Greens, a natural supplement sold on Bergdorf Goodman’s website.

We caught up with Russell for a tour of her favorite West Village spots.

The day starts at her favorite coffee shop. “The Elk (128 Charles St.) has the best granola,” she says, “and they do these caramelized crème brûlée-style grapefruits. It takes you somewhere. It’s so good.”

From toys to groceries, Russell shops locally. “Teich Toys and Books (573 Hudson St.) would be your first child’s toy store. Everything is made of wood and gorgeous to look at,” she says. “At Mrs. Green’s Natural Market (585 Hudson St.), you can get

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your whole meal and that other stuff you don’t need but end up getting anyway.”

The Village holds plenty of memories for her and her husband, Lord James Russell.

“The night before we got married, we took over Sant Ambroeus (259 W. 4th St.) and Extra Virgin (259 W. 4th St.), as well as the Paris Commune and a restaurant that has now become APC. People walked up and down the street and got to know each other. It was one of the highlights of my wedding.”

Russell usually turns in for the night with a find from Three Lives & Company (154 W. 10th St.) bookshop. “It’s one of those Village spirits that have been around forever,” she says, “and I just want to make sure it stays that way!” 8greens.com

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SCENE PEOPLE A portrait of the advisor: With her new book (BELOW), Barbara Guggenheim says she hopes to “help beginning collectors, sophisticates, and those who just want to know more get the most out of their encounters with art.”

GAME CHANGER IN HER LATEST BOOK, ART ADVISOR BARBARA GUGGENHEIM GOES BEHIND THE VELVET EASEL OF THE OFTEN CLIQUEY AND CUTTHROAT ART WORLD.

BY SAMANTHA YANKS

In your new book, Art World: The New Rules of the Game (Marmont Lane; $30), you demystify the buying and selling of art. How is art acquisition different today?

In the past, collecting was the realm of the very few. If, for example, a Monet came onto the market, everyone knew who the likely suspects were who could buy it. Today, the market is global, with buyers from all over the world—China, South America, and Russia—and they are all highly active.

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What are your strategies for collecting?

As an advisor, I feel that I’m a combination art historian, financial analyst, and psychologist. It’s fun when a client distinguishes their collections from others by their choices. I have a client whose life as a commodities trader is hectic. He collects Ellsworth Kelly and Donald Judd to give him the serenity he needs at home.

Which artists hold the greatest investment?

Works by A-plus artists tend to be the best

long-term. Prices for less-established, “hot” artists may rocket up faster, but they can also fall just as quickly.

The art world is a closed universe. How does one gain entrée?

Working with an advisor shortcuts the process.

Dealers know the most active advisors and know that they’re serious about building clients’ collections. Everyone wants to be part of that—particularly dealers! To read the full interview, go to gotham-magazine.com.

John Baldessari’s Tips for Artists Who Want to Sell (BELOW), says Guggenheim, uses text to “poke fun at the art establishment.”

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“PRICES FOR LESS-ESTABLISHED, ‘HOT’ ARTISTS MAY ROCKET UP FASTER, BUT THEY CAN ALSO FALL JUST AS QUICKLY.” —BARBARA GUGGENHEIM

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SCENE OPENINGS Plated perfection (here and opposite): At Loring Place, Dan Kluger finesses dishes like roasted red snapper with butternut squash, mushrooms, and lime, as well as wood-grilled broccoli with orange, pistachios, and chilies.

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Dan Kluger wears an apron designed by Todd Snyder especially for Loring Place. “The apron was created to have a utilitarian elegance,” says Snyder. “All of the details reference classic workwear while the gray melange fabric and slim profile give it a refined look.”

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As far as hot restaurant openings go in New York City, fall tends to bring those with the most amount of muscle. Danny Meyer’s famed Union Square Cafe reopens in November, Keith McNally’s Augustine starts “friends and family” at The Beekman Hotel, and all of this is happening right on the heels of Wolfgang Puck premiering his first New York spot, Cut, in the buzzed-about Four Seasons Hotel New York Downtown. But it’s chef Dan Kluger’s hotly anticipated boîte in the heart of Greenwich Village that has the culinary cognoscenti’s tongues salivating. The spot remained nameless for months until Kluger revealed he was naming it

after a street in the Bronx where his father grew up: Loring Place. “It’s a very New York–driven restaurant,” says Kluger. “I’ve only worked in New York, for the best chefs and restaurateurs. This restaurant is a culmination of everything I’ve learned from working front of the house with Danny Meyer to working with Tom Colicchio and JeanGeorges Vongerichten.”

Given that this is Kluger’s first solo venture, after helming vegetableforward kitchens as executive chef at ABC Kitchen and ABC Cocina, New Yorkers are in overdrive on Resy and Open Table trying to secure a seat. The large wood-burning grill and

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DAN LUGER’S HOTLY ANTICIPATED RESTAURANT, LORING PLACE, DEBUTS IN GREENWICH VILLAGE WITH A FOCUS ON SEASONAL DISHES SYNONYMOUS WITH HIS NAME. BY SAMANTHA YANKS

“IT’S A VERY NEW YORK–DRIVEN RESTAURANT—I’VE ONLY WORKED IN NEW YORK, FOR THE BEST CHEFS AND RESTAURATEURS.”—DAN KLUGER The bar room at Le Coucou.

WE’RE ALL COUCOU! The sip-worthy cocktails at hot spot Le Coucou are as cheeky as the illustrated menu.

No. 528, to take one example, is a hit combination of yellow Chartreuse, cognac, cherry ratafia, and lemon. Sommelier Aaron Thorp’s tightly edited lineup is perfectly aligned with Daniel Rose and Stephen Starr’s classic French eatery. Almost immediately, the Roman and Williams– designed space in Soho was the most 'grammable opening in New York. Designed in the aesthetic tradition of the French salon, the bar—a private space framed by handtroweled plaster walls— is breathtaking. From hors d’oeuvres like the veal terrine to entrées like tout le lapin (meaning "all of the rabbit"), the technique in the dishes—and in the cocktails—has us all crazy for Le Coucou.

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oven play a prime role in the menu, as does Kluger’s adoration of nearby Union Square Greenmarket. The farms and farmers with whom Kluger has established relationships inspire the small and large shareable plates, and the refined mix of sweet, salty, and sour his cooking is known for turns up in dishes such as woodgrilled broccoli with

orange and pistachios and roasted red snapper with butternut squash, mushrooms, and lime.

The space itself, designed by architect Craig Shillitto of NY-based Cycle Architecture + Planning, is in line with the philosophy of the food. The idea was to build a setting with “ingredients” as raw, natural, and imbued with integrity as those on the

plate, while creating a clean and modern aesthetic.

Walnut, oak, and natural brick are juxtaposed with black steel, concrete, and glass in the main dining room, bar room, and two private dining spaces on the lower level. Menswear designer and friend Todd Snyder—the two met at ABC Kitchen—created the aprons for Loring Place.

For Kluger, the apron has

evolved in recent years for male chefs across the city, because more attention is paid to them in the world of open kitchens, and because there is more chef-to-patron interaction than ever before. So too has Kluger evolved—a native New Yorker, taking a long-awaited stab at his personal vision. 21 W. Eighth St., 212-388-1831; loringplacenyc.com

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TRUE GRIT NAN GOLDIN’S MOMA EXHIBITION, “THE BALLAD OF SEXUAL DEPENDENCY,” DEPICTS THE INTENSITY OF LOVE AND LOSS THROUGH SNAPSHOTS IN TIME.

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Deep dive: Nan Goldin’s photographs— including 1983’s Nan and Brian in Bed, New York City (above)— reveal dark corners in her subjects’ emotional lives and in the city itself.

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The Museum of Modern Art’s must-see exhibition this season is Nan Goldin’s operatic work “The Ballad of Sexual Dependency.”

The three-part installation— posters and book proofs, photos, and a slideshow— arcs back to the 1980s, when Goldin first started documenting her friends’ lives and her own in snapshotlike photos, and showed them at art spaces like the

OP Screening Room and dives like the Mud Club and Tin Pan Alley, where she worked as a bartender.

Confessional pictures reveal life as Goldin’s crowd lived it: in the bars, dark streets, and motel bedrooms and broken-tile bathrooms of Berlin, Boston, and Manhattan’s Lower East Side. Goldin describes the subject matter she so unflinchingly

records as “the density and flavor of life;” Klaus Biesenbach, MoMA’s chief curator at large, calls it “the human condition.”

In the gallery, millennials eagerly take selfies of Goldin’s photos, including one of the artist bruised and battered by her boyfriend (“the central image of ‘The Ballad,’” notes Goldin). Lucy Gallun, assistant curator of

photography, is pleased but not surprised: “Nan’s photos are very much about living in the moment.” The visitors, many of whom are seeing the works for the first time, “are responding to those big, full moments— moments of violence, of lust, of pain, of love.”

Through February 12, 2017, 11 W. 53rd St., 212-7089400; moma.org

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This Jean-Georges Vongerichten restaurant attracts boldface names (even the Obamas have stopped by) and downtown creatives who come for an American menu of locally sourced ingredients. 35 E. 18th St., 212-475-5829; abchome.com

Justin Slojkowski and Dave Gulino serve up unusual wood-fired pizzas in an industrial-like space. 204 E. 13th St., 212-598-3080; brunopizzanyc.com

ANNISA For her modern American cuisine, chef Anita Lo crosses culinary borders, adding Asian and French flavors with inventive élan. 13 Barrow St., 212-741-6699; annisarestaurant.com

AQUAVIT This haute-Nordic spot earned two Michelin stars last year, making chef Emma Bengtsson the second woman in America to receive the accolade. 65 E. 55th St., 212-307-7311; aquavit.org

BLUE HILL Dan Barber’s seasonal tasting menus are sourced from his farm in upstate New York. 75 Washington

BRUSHSTROKE Stunning, seasonal kaiseki is a Tribeca fave thanks to David Bouley and chefs from Japan’s top culinary school, The Tsuji Culinary Institute.

30 Hudson St., 212-791-3771; davidbouley.com

CAFÉ BOULUD A destination restaurant and neighborhood favorite, Daniel Boulud’s café features a heady mélange of flavors from foreign shores. 20 E. 76th St., 212-772-2600; cafeboulud.com

CASA LEVER This popular midtown spot combines a landmark space (Lever House), art from übercollector Aby Rosen, and chef Mario Danieli’s exquisite Milanese fare. 390 Park Ave., 212-888-2700; casalever.com

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Star chef Mark Ladner has won raves for his gluten-free pastas—including four stars from The New York Times.

85 10th Ave., 212-497-8090; delposto.com

Mr. Vongerichten serves up haute-modern French fare in a jewel-box setting. 1 Central Park West, 212-299-3900; jean-georgesrestaurant.com

DIRTY FRENCH

Chef Jung Sik Yim helms the first Stateside Korean restaurant to receive two Michelin stars. 2 Harrison St., 212-219-0900; jungsik.kr

Southwestern Gallic cooking gets a Gotham twist. The Ludlow, 180 Ludlow St., 212254-3000; dirtyfrench.com

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THE NOMAD The casual offshoot of Daniel Humm’s famed Eleven Madison Park does seasonal American with a modern twist. 1170 Broadway, 347-472-5660; thenomadhotel.com

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This spot takes the brass out of the brasserie with “French by way of the Côte d’Azur” cooking. 380 Lafayette St., 212-533-3000; lafayetteny.com

Thomas Keller takes the tasting menu to luxurious heights at this fine-dining favorite overlooking Columbus Circle. 10 Columbus Circle, 212-8239335; perseny.com

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Culinary star Geoffrey Zakarian does modern American at its best. 132 W. 44th St., 212-997-5262; thelambsclub.com

Over the years, luminaries like Elizabeth Taylor and Cole Porter have wined, dined, and danced at the 65th-floor restaurant. 30 Rockefeller Plaza, 212-632-5000; rainbowroom.com

This world-ranked restaurant is the capital of Daniel Humm and Will Guidara’s glamorous culinary empire in NoMad. 11 Madison Ave., 212-889-0905;

This Alex Stupak space focuses on sophisticated Mexican dishes, with an extensive menu of tequila and mezcal. 105 First Ave., 212-780-0999; empellon.com

GRAMERCY TAVERN One of the city’s most beautiful restaurants, it also offers the city’s best service.

42 E. 20th St., 212-477-0777; gramercytavern.com

THE DOWN-HOME GOURMET Chef Harold Moore is looking to challenge the stigma that Southern food ought to be

LOCANDA VERDE Andrew Carmellini works classical French technique into family-style Italian dishes. 377 Greenwich St., 212-925-3797; locandaverdenyc.com

MARGAUX Hip hotelier Sean MacPherson’s fashionista magnet has a Paris bistro vibe and a stylish Mediterranean menu.

Marlton Hotel, 5 W. Eighth St., 212-321-0111; margauxnyc.com

casual with his new restaurant, Harold’s Meat

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From the team behind Maialino, this buzzy hotel dining room focuses on Roman-style, super-thin pizzas and rustic Italian entrées. Martha Washington Hotel, 29 E. 29th St., 212-651-3800; martamanhattan.com

tion platters of Arnold’s Country Kitchen in Nashville. Diners get their choice of one meat and three sides (thus the name), but the protein selection runs from spicy fried chicken to pork butt and branzino. Moore’s mission is to introduce elevated eats to younger diners. “I love fancy food, and had a good run as a fancy chef,” he says. “I feel like I can do a good job introducing it to people.” 2 Renwick St., 212-390-8484; haroldsmeatandthree.com

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this 26-seat restaurant. 10 Columbus Circle, 212-8239800; masanyc.com

MASA Acclaimed sushi master Masa Takayama specializes in very pricey omakase dinners at

RED ROOSTER Chef Marcus Samuelsson works with cooking styles that chart Harlem’s history and his own: Southern, Ethiopian, Swedish, Caribbean, Mexican. 310 Lenox Ave., 212-792-9001; redroosterharlem.com

SANTINA Coastal Italian eats, expertly prepared by the Carbone team, are offered in a glass-enclosed space. 820 Washington St., 212-2543000; santinanyc.com

SEAMORE’S The Nolita seafood hotspot from restaurateur Michael Chernow (cofounder of The Meatball Shop) has quickly garnered followers like Karlie Kloss and Leandra Medine.

390 Broome St., 212-7306005; seamores.com

SEMILLA Semilla’s hyper-seasonal, veggie-centric prix-fixe menu

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WICKED GAMES Les Liaisons Dangereuses, two 18th-century French aristocrats compete to see who’s better at lying, scheming, and using sex to ruin others’ lives and reputations. The show is fortunate in its leads—Liev Schreiber (a brawny, insouciant Vicomte de Valmont) and Janet McTeer (a viciously calculating, beguilingly funny Marquise de Merteuil)—who twist and turn every line of Christopher Hampton’s dia-

Beautiful liars: Liev Schreiber and Janet McTeer star in Les Liaisons Dangereuses on Broadway.

logue with a virtuoso’s relish, seducing both the audience and their onstage prey. Closes January 22, 2017, Booth Theatre, 222 W. 45th St., 212-239-6200; liaisonsbroadway.com

from Per Se vet José Ramírez-Ruiz was one of 2015’s most buzzed-about openings. 160 Havemeyer St., Brooklyn, 718-782-3474; semillabk.com

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Star chef April Bloomfield mixes up classic Italian, French, and English cooking at one of NYC’s best-known gastropubs. 314 W. 11th St., 212-620-0393; thespottedpig.com

SUSHI OF GARI Manhattanites swoon for chef Masatoshi Sugio’s tasting menus. 402 E. 78th St., 212-517-5340; sushiofgari.com

UPLAND Perfectly executed pizzas and robust meat dishes are top of mind at Justin Smillie’s California-cool hotspot. 345 Park Avenue South, 212-686-1006; uplandnyc.com

WHITE STREET With media honchos Dan Abrams and Dave Zinczenko at the helm, it’s no wonder the guest list has included everyone from President Obama to Marisa

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ART The exhibition “Securing the Shadows” examines the use of posthumous portraiture as a way of memorializing the dead in the 18th and 19th centuries.

Through February 26, 2017, 2 Lincoln Square, 212-5959533; folkartmuseum.org

THE MET BREUER “Kerry James Marshall: Mastry” shows how the artist, 35 years into his career, has challenged stereotyped representations of black people in the Western tradition. Through January 29, 2017, 945 Madison Ave., 212-731-1675; metmuseum.org

THE METROPOLITAN MUSEUM OF ART “Masterworks: Unpacking Fashion” presents about 60 pieces from the Costume Institute’s holdings that highlight the way its

acquisitions strategy has evolved over the past 10 years—from an encyclopedic cataloging of clothes to a collection of masterpieces from fashion history.

November 18, 2016 to February 5, 2017, 1000 Fifth Ave., 212-535-7710; metmuseum.org

THE NEW MUSEUM “My Barbarian: The Audience Is Always Right” blurs the lines between theater, visual art, and critical practice with performances and workshops that contend with the idea of political spectacle. Through January 8, 2017, 235 Bowery, 212219-1222; newmuseum.org

THE WHITNEY “Dreamlands: Immersive Cinema and Art, 19052016” takes a hi-tech approach to the history and possibilities of cinema with installations, sculpture, and 3-D environments. Through February 5, 2017, 99 Gansevoort St., 212-5703600; whitney.org

NEW ON BROADWAY A BRONX TALE Robert De Niro and Chazz Palminteri reunite as director and writer, respectively, for this musical adaptation of Palminteri’s one-man-showturned-Hollywood-film.

Longacre Theatre, 220 W. 48th St., 212-239-6200; abronxtalethemusical.com

THE CHERRY ORCHARD Diane Lane makes a glamorous return to Broadway, and the stacked cast includes Joel Grey, John Glover, Tavi Gevinson, and Celia Keenan-Bolger.

Closes December 4, American Airlines Theatre, 227 W. 42nd St., 212-7191300; roundabouttheatre.org

DEAR EVAN HANSEN Pitch Perfect’s Ben Platt reprises his Off Broadway role as an anxiety-stricken teen in Benj Pasek and Justin Paul’s acclaimed musical. Belasco Theatre, 111 W. 44th St., 212-2396200; dearevanhansen.com

THE ENCOUNTER After a slew of five-star reviews, this immersivetheater piece comes to Broadway with its creator and star, Simon McBurney.

Closes January 8, 2017, Golden Theatre, 252 W. 45th St., 212-239-6200; theencounterbroadway.com

FALSETTOS Christian Borle stars as a gay man who has come out to his ex-wife and son in 1970s New York in this revival of the Tony-winning musical. Closes January 8, 2017, Walter Kerr Theatre,

219 W. 48th St., 212-2396200; lct.org

THE FRONT PAGE Jack O’Brien’s production takes the Valentine’s Day approach with a cast chock-full of stars, including Nathan Lane, John Slattery, John Goodman, Jefferson Mays, Holland Taylor, Sherie Rene Scott, and Robert Morse. Closes January 29, 2017, Broadhurst Theatre, 235 W. 44th St., 212-2396200; thefrontpage broadway.com

JITNEY This is the only August Wilson play that has never previously appeared on Broadway, and it gets a staging from Ruben Santiago-Hudson, who won a Tony in 1996 for his performance in Wilson’s Seven Guitars. Previews begin December 28, Samuel J. Friedman Theatre, 261 W. 47th St., 212-239-6200; manhattantheatreclub.com

NATASHA, PIERRE & THE GREAT COMET OF 1812 With his pleasingly light timbre, Josh Groban has likely found the perfect vehicle for his Broadway debut in Dave Malloy’s pop opera, which adapts a sliver of War and Peace.

Imperial Theatre, 249 W. 45th St., 212-239-6200; greatcometbroadway.com

THE PRESENT Cate Blanchett makes the most anticipated debut of the Broadway season in this adaptation of Anton Chekhov’s first play.

Previews begin December 17, Ethel Barrymore Theatre, 243 W. 47th St., 212-239-6200; thepresentbroadway.com

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UNDER THE SURFACE ESCADA FOLDS FOUR DECADES OF HERITAGE INTO A MODERN RESORT COLLECTION THAT SHIMMERS IN SHADES OF WATER, SUN, AND SAND.

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While many fashion houses come and go or change direction with each new in-house designer, Escada is approaching the grand age of forty without losing sight of what makes it special in the eyes of its faithful followers, while simultaneously offering “classic cool” to seduce younger fans. “In fashion, reaching 40 years is a great accomplishment,” says Escada’s fashion director, Daniel Wingate, of the label’s upcoming milestone. “It’s an honor that so many women still love the brand and turn to Escada to make them feel beautiful.” With that in mind, Escada has created a bright, vivacious resort collection laced with modern elements, but which, Wingate adds, translates the brand’s heritage for today.

Wingate turned to David Hockney’s celebrated pool paintings—those modernist emblems of 1960s California cool—for his initial inspiration.

Describing the collection as a “wink to the bygone era of famous swans like Babe Paley and Jackie Kennedy and the glamorous days of Hollywood,” he embraced super-fresh colors with names like Melrose pink and Mimosa yellow, along with shades of blue (a particular obsession in Hockney’s

Moments in the sun (CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT): For its 2017 resort collection, Escada modeled a yellow frock after Kim Basinger’s 1998 Oscar dress; the collection also includes coats and gowns in iridescent fabrics as well as kitten heels and metallic slides.

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here and right: Daniel Wingate, a 14-year veteran of Escada who has been fashion director since 2013, inflected the 2017 resort collection with mod touches, such as blacks and whites and pencil pants. below: The color-blocked ML40 bag ($1,295).

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aquatic series). Key pieces include pencil-striped coats with matching dresses and cigarette pants worn with fortune cookie-shaped tops tied at the waist with karate-style belts.

Wingate’s other inspiration, of course, is the “Escadettes”—the designer’s name for his loyal clients— who look to the brand to expand their wardrobes as they prepare to winter in toasty, sun-filled resorts. “They’re adding some wonderfully feminine but simple shapes in vivid, fresh colors, the head-to-toe tonal ones and the white and black grouping, along with the striped pieces that bring in all colors of the collection,” he says. “It’s also time to be more playful with your clothes.”

To that end, he encourages his clientele to try a jumpsuit, belt the waist over a coat, and even experiment with a top worn back to front.

The collection, which makes stylish dressing practically foolproof, also borrows from the past—specifically, the custom-made mint cowl-neck gown that Kim Basinger wore when she won the Oscar for best supporting actress for L.A. Confidential in 1998. Wingate has adopted the flattering neckline for a Mimosa yellow dress as well as for hip-length, waist-skimming tops with deep backs that can be worn with conservative white slacks or chic ankle-length pencil pants. And peeking out from both pants and dresses are metallic slides in silver, gold, or bronze that Wingate calls “Frank Gehry buildings for the foot.”

Although accessories are minimal, Escada has introduced its chic new ML40 handbag—available in eyepopping colors—to commemorate the company’s upcoming 40th birthday and recognize Escada’s founder, Margaretha Ley. While the 2017 resort collection has pieces reminiscent of a more unhurried age, when women seemed to have all the time in the world to get themselves together, it’s still as modern and polished as the woman who wears it today—one who needs to keep it stylish but without overthinking her wardrobe.

For Wingate, it amounts to a simple design credo: “Be relevant.” 7 E. 55th St., 212-755-2200; us.escada.com

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JUST DO IT! CHANNEL YOUR INNER FASHION DESIGNER WITH GUCCI’S NEW DIY COLLECTION.

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move is to launch a DIY— that’s right, do it yourself— collection that allows the wearer to put a personal spin on many of Gucci’s most cherished pieces, from the iconic Dionysus bag to a range of menswear and statement shoes. Tailored suits can be detailed with bright patterns rendered in silk foulard on jacket linings and waistbands, while the brand’s unisex Ace whiteleather sneakers, known for their red-and-green stripe, can be customized with embroidered initials.

Symbols from the Gucci Garden (think flowers, snakes, bees) and monograms can also be

added to shirts and knitwear.

The real standouts are hand-painted leather biker jackets fashioned with studs, and reversible silk bombers that can be decorated with patches and letters. Even those coveted Princetown slippers can be accented with a tiger-head patch—just be prepared to claw your way to get a pair.

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Since taking the reins at the Florentine fashion house two years ago, Gucci creative director Alessandro Michele has been upending expectations on the runway. The 44-year-old designer’s wonderfully divergent world revolves around the intersection of high fashion and street culture, which he seamlessly integrates into glamorous, of-the-moment pieces that often turn up on It girls and become Insta-obsessions (case in point: His Princetown slippers, which launched last February, still command a wait list).

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STYLE BEAUT Y Blend it like Beckham: Posh Spice’s destination-inspired makeup collection includes (CLOCKWISE FROM TOP) Bronzer in Java Sun ($65), Lip Gloss in Moroccan Heat ($36), Eye Palette ($95), and Lip Pencil in Victoria ($30).

“We call it ‘wearable runway,’” says Linda Cantello of the makeup she created for Giorgio Armani’s Fall/Winter 2016 show, which includes a face powder and eye shadow palette ($120, BELOW) whose container is swathed in fabric straight from the catwalk.

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This season, a trio of distinctive beauty brands bypasses the usual sunsets and roses for more original sources of inspiration.

Victoria Beckham fans rejoiced when the fashion designer announced her first makeup collection in collaboration with Estée Lauder (Bergdorf Goodman, 754 Fifth Ave., 212-753-7300; bergdorf goodman.com). The limitededition line pays homage to Beckham’s favorite cities—London, LA, New York, and Paris—with curated looks that include a matte bronzer, an emerald-hued eye shadow, and a “perfect nude” lipstick.

Makeup looks from the runway are sometimes too dramatic for the street—with the notable exception of

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Armani’s Fall/Winter 2016 show. Created by Linda Cantello, the brand’s international makeup artist, the Giorgio Armani (Saks Fifth Avenue, 611 Fifth Ave., 212-753-4000; saks.com) eye shadows and face powder draw directly from the collection’s fabric swatches and were used backstage.

With his Lips & Boys series, Tom Ford (845 Madison Ave., 212-3590300; tomford.com) puts the men in his life on your pout. Introduced in 2014, the line has added 25 new shades named after men who have influenced the dashing trendsetter.

Highlights include Jon, a shimmery deep plum, and Cristiano, a bright red. Now there’s a story to tell!

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LET’S HAVE A PARADE! MACY’S CELEBRATES ITS 90TH THANKSGIVING DAY SPECTACLE WITH A FANCY RIZZOLI TOME AND IN-STORE EVENTS FROM COAST TO COAST.

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When the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade makes its way down New York’s Central Park West and Sixth Avenue on November 24, the celebration is set to be even more exuberant than usual to mark the 90th edition this year. “We like to make sure nothing is duplicated— we’re giving people a full breadth of entertainment from the moment the turkey crosses the starting line to the time Santa

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officially rings in the holiday season,” says Amy Kule, executive producer and parade official.

The parade reaches 50 million viewers with its nationally televised NBC broadcast, and 3.5 million line the streets in New York to witness it live. As part of this year’s milestone, Rizzoli has introduced the coffee-table book Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade: A New York City Holiday Tradition, which captures

the history and scope of the spectacle and features a foreword by New York Governor Andrew Cuomo and afterword by Macy’s Chairman and CEO Terry J. Lundgren. “The parade’s halo effect becomes a tangible reality for shoppers at their local Macy’s store and macys.com,” says Lundgren. “They expect the parade’s perfectly choreographed execution to translate into a seamless shopping experience.”

Across the country, in-store celebratory events and products will be unveiled— and a new app even allows users to create their own Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. “This is a milestone for Macy’s, but I think it’s a milestone for every fan we have across the country,” says Kule.

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Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade is filled with its signature floats, balloons, and novelty “bloonicles” and “trycaloons” (balloonvehicle hybrids).

Launched in 1924 by Macy’s employees, the parade only took a hiatus during World War II. BELOW: The new Macy’s coffee-table book ($30) from Rizzoli.

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FASHION ACNE STUDIOS Shop this Swedish creative collective’s hipster-loved denim and minimalist readyto-wear. 33 Greene St., 212334-8345, 212-633-0002; acnestudios.com

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The contemporary crowd can’t get enough of the brand’s deft mix of seasonal items and wardrobe staples.

755 Madison Ave., 646-5452895; aliceandolivia.com

ANNE FONTAINE This Parisian designer is famous for her essential wear-everywhere white shirt.

837 Madison Ave., 212-9888081; annefontaine.com

BARNEYS NEW YORK The luxury retailer returns to its original 1920s home in Chelsea with a 55,000-squarefoot, five-floor flagship. 101 Seventh Ave.; barneys.com

BILLY REID

Madison Avenue location. 650 Madison Ave., 212-371-5511; bottegaveneta.com

over the globe. 402 W. Broadway, 212-966-3487; dsquared2.com

BROOKS BROTHERS

EILEEN FISHER

Design darling Zac Posen lends expertise to classic American sportswear as the brand’s new creative director. 1180 Madison Ave., 212-289-5027; brooksbrothers.com

A pioneer within the eco-chic movement, Eileen Fisher began using organic cotton and natural fibers over 10 years ago. 1039 Madison Ave., 212-879-7799; eileenfisher.com

BRUNELLO CUCINELLI

ERMENEGILDO ZEGNA

Leonardo DiCaprio and Prince William are fans of this luxury Italian label’s streamlined shapes in mineral shades. 134 Greene St., 212-334-1010; brunellocucinelli.com

The luxury Italian label offers men’s clothing, tailored suits, shoes, accessories, and fragrances. 663 Fifth Ave., 212-421-4488; zegna.com

CANALI The choice for leading men from the big screen to city streets, Canali specializes in made-to-measure menswear.

625 Madison Ave., 212-7523131; canali.com

CAROLINA HERRERA

Stock up on Southern-cool staples at the CFDA favorite’s West Village boutique. 94 Charles St., 646-461-6427; billyreid.com

Elegant silhouettes get pops of color in the iconic designer’s jewel box of a boutique. 802 Madison Ave., 212-744-2076; carolinaherrera.com

BOTTEGA VENETA

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As a precursor to the opening of its first New York Maison store, this Italian powerhouse just moved into a sprawling

The brand’s fashion-forward styles have appeared everywhere from Madonna’s music videos to catwalks all

GUCCI Luxury Italian clothing and accessories get a twist from recently installed creative director Alessandro Michele.

725 Fifth Ave., 212-8262600; gucci.com

HADLEIGH’S This Dallas-based clothier recently unveiled its first-ever New York City location. 989 Madison Ave., 646-964-5211; hadleighs.com

JIMMY CHOO Choo’s sky-high strappy sandals may be the most recognizable, but the brand’s handbags and leather goods are just as coveted. 645 Fifth Ave., 212-593-0800; jimmychoo.com

LUXE LAUNCHES The French house Lalique, a leading force in the crystal industry since its establishment over a century ago, is adding to its

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vast and impressive portfolio with two stunning new arrivals. The Fontana bowl is the final installment in the late architect Zaha Hadid’s Crystal Architecture collection, and it’s available in plain crystal, black, and midnight blue. Additionally, the brand has released L’Insoumis (left), a new fragrance for men created by perfumer Fabrice Pellegrin. It boasts tops note of basil, bergamot, and rum, and is encased in an Art Deco–inspired bottle. 609 Madison Ave., 212-355-6550; lalique.com; neimanmarcus.com

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STYLE AND THE CITY Barneys New York’s flair for fashion—brash, exuberant, and always trendsetting—is finally getting the coffee-table-book treatment (Rizzoli; $85). “Barneys not only follows the rise and fall of New York City over the decades, it’s inextricably fused to it,” says the volume’s editor, Christopher Bollen. The compelling photo diary he’s assembled lavishes attention on sumptuous campaigns with Linda Evangelista, outré windows dressed by Simon Doonan, and cheeky newspaper ads from the 1960s. But the story it tells often leads back to the city itself. “It was like a meeting point for New Yorkers,” says Bollen of the retailer—”a club house, a social scene, and a highly curated indoor dose of freedom.”

JITROIS

LA PERLA

RALPH LAUREN

This French design house is celebrated for its expert work with luxury leathers.

959 Madison Ave., 917-2390933; jitrois.com

Founded in 1954 by Italian corset-maker Ada Masotti, La Perla now offers everything from swimwear to perfume.

803 Madison Ave., 212-5700050; laperla.com

Since its inception in 1968, the label has put its stamp on everything from tuxedos to tennis skirts. Women’s and Home Flagship, 888 Madison Ave., 212-434-8000; Men’s Flagship, 867 Madison Ave., 212-606-2100; ralphlauren.com

JOHN VARVATOS The designer’s love of Motor City rock ’n’ roll is apparent in his trendy, tailored menswear.

765 Madison Ave., 212-7602414; johnvarvatos.com

LOUIS VUITTON Go for monogrammed leather bags and luxury trunks galore.

661 Fifth Ave., 212-605-9910; louisvuitton.com

KATE SPADE

MICHAEL KORS

Stop by the VIP Salon to try on the latest collection with a glass of Champagne in hand.

789 Madison Ave., 212-9880259; katespade.com

Every season caters to the designer’s glamorous, jet-set-chic clientele. 601 Fifth Ave., 212-582-2444; michaelkors.com

KIT AND ACE

MULBERRY

Founded by a former head designer for Lululemon, the brand rose to prominence with its signature cashmere blend.

255 Elizabeth St., 844-5486223; kitandace.com

Since launching in the 1970s, the brand has become synonymous with premier leather handbags and luggage. 605 Madison Ave., 212-256-0632; mulberry.com

LALIQUE

QIVIUK

The French master of all things crystal continues to expand its offerings. 609 Madison Ave., 212-355-6550; lalique.com

The knitwear company specializes in clothing made in its namesake material, a superfine fiber from the inner down of a musk ox. 40 E. 58th St., 212-826-3388; qiviuk.com

LANDS’ END Since former Dolce & Gabbana President Federica Marchionni took the helm last year, this catalogue brand has received a stylish update. 650 Fifth Ave., 212-247-9351; landsend.com

RAG & BONE American staples get the British tailoring treatment at this in-demand label. 182 Columbus Ave., 212-3627138; rag-bone.com

SAKS FIFTH AVENUE The Fifth Avenue store has stood as a pillar of New York’s fashion industry since 1924.

611 Fifth Ave., 212-753-4000; saksfifthavenue.com

SALVATORE FERRAGAMO The Italian luxury lifestyle brand is favored by New York socialites and investment bankers. 655 Fifth Ave., 212-759-3822; ferragamo.com

SMYTHSON From Grace Kelly to Sigmund Freud, the British brand has been the longtime choice for quality leather goods. 667 Madison Ave., 212-265-4573; smythson.com

TOMAS MAIER Browse casual essentials within a chic 19th-century townhouse in the West Village.

407 Bleecker St., 212-547-

REINSTEIN|ROSS, GOLDSMITHS A NYC original since 1985, R|R jewelry is designed and hand-fabricated in their own Manhattan workshops.

Visit them at one of their two locations – Madison Avenue and in the Meatpacking District. See the jewelry being made. Shop for contemporary rings, earrings, chains and more, or drop in and talk to them about ordering a custom piece designed and made especially for you.

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TORY BURCH Chic patterns and relaxed, easy silhouettes make Tory

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TIME TO CELEBRATE! Wempe Jewelers is marking the 10th anniversary of its groundbreaking timepiece collection Wempe Glashütte I/SA with a bevy of new releases. Three timepieces—the Chronometerwerke Automatic, the Zeitmeister Diver’s Chronograph (shown), and the Zeitmeister Annual Calendar—stand out for their classic craftsmanship, while the Chronometerwerke Precision Pendulum Clock 5/6 PPU, limited to 10 pieces, adds modern flair with a cabinet finished in black piano lacquer. On another festive note, Wempe is opening its expanded flagship store on Fifth Avenue. 700 Fifth Ave., 212-397-9000; wempe.com

DE GRISOGONO

MISAHARA

Founder and creative director Fawaz Gruosi creates pieces that contrast generous volumes with sensual lines.

824 Madison Ave., 212-4394220; degrisogono.com

Designer Lepa GalebRoskopp is influenced by her multicultural lifestyle.

The Shops at the Plaza Hotel, 1 W. 58th St., 212-371-7050; misahara.com

FOREVERMARK

PAUL MORELLI

A unique collection of colorful sport watches for men and women. Danielle B Jewelers, 871 Seventh Ave., 212-459-1400; teno.com

Each Forevermark diamond is beautiful, rare, and responsibly sourced. De Beers Diamond Jewellers, 703 Fifth Ave., 212-9060001; debeers.com

This jeweler remained Bergdorf Goodman Jewelry Salon’s best-kept secret until opening a stand-alone shop in 2014.

895 Madison Ave., 212-5854200; paulmorelli.com

AURÉLIE BIDERMANN

HERMÈS

This French jeweler recently opened a shop on Madison Avenue with an exclusive capsule collection. 957 Madison Ave., 212-628-2125; aureliebidermann.com

Since 2001, Pierre Hardy has created jewelry designs that put a modern spin on the brand’s equestrian heritage.

691 Madison Ave., 212-7513181; hermes.com

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BULOVA

JENNIFER FISHER

SANJAY KASLIWAL

Bulova made history in 1960 with Accutron, the world’s first fully electronic watch.

Allen M Jewelers, 668 Lexington Ave., 212-3088550; bulova.com

This celebrity jewelry designer specializes in architectural cuffs and stackable rings. 103 Fifth Ave., 888-255-0640; jenniferfisherjewelry.com

Sanjay Kasliwal and his expert artisans are masters at Indian enameling techniques. 971 Madison Ave., 212-988-1511; sanjaykasliwal.com

DAVID ALAN JEWELRY

LANCIANI TRAVEL JEWELRY

Burch an enduring favorite of Manhattan’s glitterati. 797 Madison Ave., 212-510-8371; toryburch.com

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This appointment-only jeweler is perfect for helping find and craft stunning pieces for any occasion. 2 W. 45th St., 212-382-1410, davidalanjewelry.com

DAVID YURMAN Jewelry designer David Yurman is famous for his signature cable bracelet. 712 Madison Ave., 212-752-4255; davidyurman.com

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Each piece is plated with three layers of yellow, white, or oxidized gold, and hand set with cubic zirconia stones. 826 Lexington Ave., 212-832-2092; lanciani.com

LJ CROSS Jeweler Lisa Jackson creates pieces that convey laidback luxury. 994 Madison Ave., 212-472-5050; ljcrossny.com

The jeweler is known for contemporary designs rendered with ingots of 18k to 22k gold. 29 E. 73rd St., 212722-1901; reinsteinross.com

TOURNEAU New York’s go-to emporium is a certified retailer for Rolex, Patek Philippe, and its namesake watches since 1900. 510 Madison Ave., 212-758-5830; tourneau.com

WEMPE JEWELERS Since debuting in New York City in 1980, Wempe has been recognized as one of the world’s leading purveyors of fine timepieces and jewels.

700 Fifth Ave., 212-397-9000; wempe.com

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Miracle on Madison avenue

WITH FABULOUS SHOPPING, STYLE, AND PHILANTHROPY, MIRACLE ON MADISON AVENUE’S 30TH ANNIVERSARY WILL BE ONE SMASHING EVENT ON DECEMBER 3. WITH A GENEROUS PORTION OF THE DAY’S SALES BENEFITTING THE SOCIETY OF MEMORIAL SLOAN KETTERING CANCER CENTER, THE AVENUE’S RETAILERS AND RESTAURANTS WILL HOST A LINEUP OF MUSICAL GUESTS AND CELEBRITY ATTENDEES. THERE'LL BE CHAMPAGNE TOASTS GALORE AS WELL AS THE PUBLIC DEBUT OF MSKCC’S BELOVED THERAPY DOGS, WHO’LL JOIN REVELERS FOR NEW YORK’S PREMIER HOLIDAY SHOPPING EXPERIENCE. HERE,

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THIS YEAR’S MIRACLE ON MADISON AVENUE MARKS THREE DECADES OF FABULOUS PHILANTHROPY ON THE WORLD’S MOST GLAMOROUS SHOPPING AVENUE. BY SUZANNE CHARLƒ

On Saturday, December 3, between 10 AM and 5 PM, over 80 stores and restaurants on Madison Avenue, from 57th to 86th Streets, will open their doors to festive New Yorkers. And, in the spirit of giving, those businesses will donate 20 percent of their sales to The Society of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center—all thanks to Miracle on Madison Avenue.

Now celebrating its 30th anniversary, “Miracle on Madison Avenue is a true New York tradition,” notes Matthew Bauer, president of Madison Avenue Business Improvement District.

Martha Dupee and Helen “Noonie” Marx, who owned Thaxton & Company, a home furnishings boutique, founded the event in 1987 and asked stores to devote 20 percent of their sales on one day to charities serving underprivileged children in New York City. They set up the Madison Avenue Fund for Children and got to work.

“At the beginning it was always the first Sunday in December,” recalls Susan Bruder, who volunteered in the early years. Dupee, Marx, and their Madison Avenue Fund for Children were the heart of the event. “They’d go from store to store, convincing the owners to join. They were really gracious, tenacious—and never took ‘no’ for an answer. You never walked away from them before agreeing to

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HERE AND LEFT: Shops that participate in Miracle on Madison Avenue donate 20 percent of the day’s sales to The Society of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center.

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The gift of giving: On the first Saturday in December, Madison Avenue will fill with holiday revelers shopping for a good cause as part of the 2016 edition of Miracle on Madison Avenue.

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Miracle on Madison Avenue shoppers enjoy the festivities at Graff in 2013. below: The ribbon cutters at 2015’s event included (from left) Matthew Bauer, Sandra Lee, GreenGale Publishing CEO Katherine Nicholls, Lavinia Branca Snyder, Karen Zucker, and Judy Gordon Cox.

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do what they wanted you to do. And you felt good about it!

“Things really took off when Ralph Lauren opened his flagship store in the Rhinelander Mansion and he got involved,” she adds.

After about a decade of activity, over 160 luxury boutiques and restaurants participated in 1995 and 1996.

Thousands of locals strolled the avenue, some, The New York Times reported, with dogs wearing “sweaters with gold buttons in the style of Chanel.”

In later years, the Children’s Aid Society, with the support of the Madison Avenue BID, became a partner and sole beneficiary of the event. Miracle on Madison Avenue, which originally stretched between 57th and 72nd Streets, continued to expand, up to 86th Street. Bruder, who went on to plan the event for CAS, said tens of thousands of New Yorkers would stroll, dine, and shop, enjoying special offerings in various tents: spa treatments in one tent, authors charming kids with their stories in another. And of course there were celebrities—stars from the Yankees, Bobby Short, and Tamara Tunie of Law & Order: SVU. 2016 marks the fifth year that the Madison Avenue BID is the lead event sponsor and that The Society of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center is the official partner and beneficiary, in support of its pediatric initiatives. Some 80 stores will participate and, as always, donate a fifth of their sales during the day.

Many, Bauer notes, are long-term participants, including Bally, Armani,

Fred Leighton, Coach, Lalique, Bonpoint, and Ralph Lauren.

Madison Avenue is no longer closed to traffic, but as always, carolers dressed in period looks will stroll the avenue, and chefs from local restaurants will offer signature dishes in the Taste of Madison Avenue tent.

Free performances will be highlighted on two stages.

The newest pediatric initiative, says Lavinia Branca Snyder, president of The Society of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, is clinical genomic profiling for pediatric cancer patients.

“Genomic sequencing is one of the most promising areas in cancer research and treatment today,” she says.

“The funding will help researchers and clinicians transform a one-size-fits-all approach to one in which the genetic makeup of the patient and the tumor dictate the best therapeutic strategy. I am so deeply grateful that Miracle on Madison Avenue supports such an important cause.”

On a personal level, Snyder is also grateful. For 24 years, she and her family have lived in an apartment where the sitting room windows overlook Madison Avenue. When her daughter was a young girl, they loved hearing the holiday music and attending the street fair.

“It makes the entire season so joyful,” says Snyder. “[She] would grin with anticipation when she knew the season was approaching… and the magic was about to begin.” madisonavenuebid.org/ 30th-annual-miracle-onmadison-avenuedecember-3-2016/

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MIRACLE ON MADISON AVENUE SHOP personalize linens, gifts, and cashmere throws. 799 Madison Ave., 212-9885221; frette.com KWIAT

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Mineral collectors, rejoice: Amethyst clusters from Guerrero, Mexico, and 130 million-year-old geometric pyrite from Spain will be on display while shoppers enjoy chocolate bites and wine. 766 Madison Ave., 212-9881545; mardaninyc.com RAG & BONE

An elaborate pretzel station is sure to please shoppers—as are holiday favorites like track-inspired trousers, new fragrances, and unisex sunnies from the brand’s collaborative effort with Vuarnet. 11 E. 68th St., 646517-7586; rag-bone.com ROBERTO CAVALLI

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If chocolat chaud à l’ancienne with fresh whipped cream and macarons isn’t enough to transport you to rue des Saints-Pères, opt for the new Grelot bracelet for a true Parisian wrist party. 957

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Madison Ave., 212-628-2125; aureliebidermann.com

Embrace your inner rock ’n’ roll goddess with some bubbly and bohemian touches like embroidered tweed capes and patterned caftans.

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CHRISTOFLE

TOMAS MAIER

Bubbly, macarons, and a raffle for a $500 gift card are up for the taking—along with the brand’s newest rendition of its sleek flatware line Mood, which comes in exquisite 24k gold and 18k pink-gold varieties for a très chic tablescape. 846 Madison Ave., 212-308-9390; christofle.com

Sip Champagne and shop versatile pieces from the resort collection like easy denim dresses, lived-in suede separates, and even Diptyque x Tomas Maier candles (stocking stuffers!). 956 Madison Ave., 212-9888686; tomasmaier.com

FRETTE

It’s all about cookies, Champagne, and customization at Frette: The newest venture, Frette Bespoke, offers shoppers the chance to

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Shop stunning henna-inspired tights, embellished with 570 Swarovski crystals, while being treated to macarons, sparkling water, and Champagne. 619 Madison Ave., 212-688-4850; wolfordshop.com

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Mix-and-match essentials at Anne Fontaine.

GOTTA HAVE IT! Our must-stop shops on Madison Avenue.

Anne Fontaine Fontaine’s feminine take on the white-shirt wardrobe ranges from button-downs with ruffles to sequined skirts. 837 Madison Ave., 212-988-8081 Aquatalia Edmundo Castillo’s latest creations include exclusive Mary Janes and weatherproof handbags (check out the suede Indigo Fringe). 965 Madison Ave., 646-677-5555 Barbour Escape to the British countryside in beautiful heritage pieces like wax jackets, trousers, and knitwear. 1047 Madison Ave., 212-570-2600 Jitrois The chic leather-and-suede brand was inspired by lingerie and tattoos for its new pieces. 959 Madison Ave., 917-239-0933 Lalique The Ballets Russes is the muse for new fine jewelry pieces like quartz-andmarble rings. 609 Madison Ave., 212-355-6550 Michael Kors Glam gold heels and sequined dresses top our wish list. 790 Madison Ave., 212-452-4685 Morgenthal Frederics An eyewear collab with Mykita includes futuristic 3-D printed frames.

680 Madison Ave., 212-838-3090 Stuart Weitzman A shoe lover’s dream: suede over-the-knee boots and jewel-toned booties. 625 Madison Ave., 212-750-2555

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Get festive! CLOCKWISE FROM ABOVE LEFT: For Miracle on Madison Avenue, Christofle will be offering Champagne and macarons; Roberto Cavalli’s embroidered tweed cape ($8,410) and caftan ($2,525); the Mardani boutique; a look from Rag & Bone’s resort collection.

From the pavé diamonds of the Kwiat Tempo collection to the intersecting diamond strands of the Entwine collection, there’s plenty to feast your eyes on while shopping and sipping Champagne. 725 Madison Ave., 212-725-7777; kwiat.com

837 Madison Avenue New York, NY 10021 212.988.8081

610 Fifth Avenue New York, NY 10020 212.489.1554

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MIRACLE ON MADISON AVENUE SPOTLIGHT Dog days: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center’s therapy dogs (RIGHT) visit patients five days a week, and include a King Charles spaniel named London and a black Labradoodle named Fido.

MEMORIAL SLOAN KETTERING CANCER CENTER’S THERAPY DOGS MAKE THEIR FIRST APPEARANCE AT MIRACLE ON MADISON AVENUE.

BY TIM LATTERNER

HAUTE DOG!

gray cardigans, has designed a dog

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sweater ($690; FAR RIGHT) for your

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famously jogs in Central Park in his signature

the Wax Dog Coat ($65; NEAR RIGHT).

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program and the best friend of a fellow board member, who is involved in the program,” Snyder says.

Therapy dogs have been found to inspire individuals in occupational or physical therapy to continue through the sometimes difficult work of rehabilitation and improve their communication skills and self-esteem. Jane HedalSiegel, the director of volunteer resources at the hospital, observes, “Every day we see firsthand the immediate, lasting impact that canine visits have on MSKCC’s patients, family members, and staff. For patients this visit can be an intrinsic part of their hospital experience. It’s an uplifting, positive moment for everyone.” mskcc.org/ experience/patient-support/ activities/canine-therapy

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DIVINE CANINES

New to Miracle on Madison Avenue this year are some four-legged celebrants. “Therapy dogs—part of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center’s Caring Canines— will be on the street and available to meet shoppers,” shares Matthew Bauer, president of Madison Avenue Business Improvement District.

Caring Canines has 29 teams of dogs, from mutts to purebreds, which are paired with patients undergoing treatment.

The dogs and their owners visit patients five days a week, with approximately 80 visits happening each week. A favorite of Society of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center president Lavinia Branca Snyder is a mutt named Ollie—“one of the stars of the

BARBOUR NEW YORK 1047 Madison Avenue New York, NY 10021 212.570.2600

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IT’S A MAD WORLD! HERE’S YOUR GO-TO GUIDE TO THE SHOPS THAT ARE DONATING 20 PERCENT OF THEIR SALES TO THE SOCIETY OF MEMORIAL SLOAN KETTERING CANCER CENTER ON DECEMBER 3.

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1966 As a means of easing congestion, Madison Avenue switches from two-way to one-way traffic.

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It is likely Calder’s only immobile sculpture.

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Michael Kors (790 Madison Ave., 212-452-4685) always designs the most gorgeous dresses for the holidays. When I saw this dress on Bella Hadid at his show, I knew I had to have it!

Edgardo Osorio’s Aquazzura (939 Madison Ave., 347-328-0080) is exquisitely appointed by interior designer Ryan Korban—and the footwear is every bit as breathtaking. I’ll be here throughout the season for holiday-party shoes.

During winter, a glass of champagne and a bit of caviar at The Mark Restaurant (25 E. 77th St.,212-606-3030) always puts me in a festive mood!

Cocktails and culture go hand-inhand. Kappo Masa (976 Madison Ave., 212-906-7141) is my favorite spot for luxe sushi and sake before a visit to the Gagosian Gallery (212-744-2313) upstairs. The exhibition on Kerry James Marshall at The Met Breuer (945 Madison Ave., 212-731-1675) is a must-visit.

Fred Leighton (773 Madison Ave., 212-288-1872) is the most spectacular fine jewelry store in NYC. My engagement ring is from there, and my husband and I always return for special-occasion pieces.

My Madison Ave. tour ends with a stop at Veronica Beard’s new shop (988 Madison Ave., 646-9304746). I just got the Antares convertible coat, which I love!

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Jingle belle! Gotham Editor-in-Chief Samantha Yanks (top left) gives her picks for a Madison Avenue stroll, including (clockwise from top right) The Met Breuer, Aquazzura, The Mark Restaurant, shopping the latest looks at Michael Kors, and luxe sushi at Kappo Masa.

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“The way the boutiques sparkle on the avenue makes holiday shopping a glamorous event!”

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LALIQUE BOUTIQUE LALIQUE SHOWROOM The Shops at Crystals 222 Merchandise Mart Plaza 3720 Las Vegas Boulevard Suite 6-129 Las Vegas, NV 89109 Chicago, IL 60654 (702) 507-2375 (312) 867-1787

MIRACLE ON MADISON AVENUE INSIDER Magnifique! For inspiration along Madison Avenue, restaurateur Daniel Boulud (left) turns to (clockwise from here) the Frick Collection, The Lowell hotel, Panerai, L’Olivier Floral Atelier, and Rotisserie Georgette.

MY MAGICAL MADISON AVENUE:

DANIEL BOULUD chef and owner of daniel and café boulud

I always like to see the new watch collections at Panerai (703 Madison Ave., 212-223-1562). I have three, and they are a real chef’s watch–good looking, strong, precise, and tasteful.

The Frick Collection (1 E. 70th St., 212-288-0700) is inspiring in terms of art and design. It’s the ideal place for a break between two services to meditate and relax in the courtyard.

We’ve used L’Olivier Floral Atelier (19 E. 76th St., 212-7747676) at Daniel since 1993. It’s across the street from Café Boulud—perfect for picking up a bouquet after a lunch.

Majorelle, a new restaurant run by Charles Masson and chef Christian Delouvrier at The Lowell hotel (28 E. 63rd St., 212-838-1400), is named after Yves Saint Laurent’s famed gardens in Marrakesh and has beautiful décor.

The owner of Rotisserie Georgette (14 E. 60th St., 212-3908060) was my PR director and a longtime member of the core Daniel team. It’s a pleasure to see the beautiful space she has created, not to mention her wonderful, soulful, and delicious take on bistro classics.

Bemelmans Bar at the Carlyle (35 E. 76th St., 212-744-1600) is certainly one of the best bars on the Upper East Side—along with Bar Pleiades and Daniel Lounge!

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PHOTOGRAPHY BY THOMAS SCHAUER (BOULUD); MICHAEL BODYCOMB (FRICK); COURTESY OF THE LOWELL HOTEL (HOTEL); COSTAS PICADAS (FLOWERS); MELISSA HOM (CHICKEN)

“It’s one of the few avenues with holiday lighting from 57th to 77th Streets—festive, beautifully decorated, and well lit all night.”

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Madison Avenue close-up: Fox 5’s Rosanna Scotto (top left) points to (clockwise from top right) Barneys New York, Bemelmans Bar, Sant Ambroeus, Dennis Basso, and Freds as her must-visit spots on the avenue.

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One of the places I love is Bemelmans Bar (35 E. 76th St., 212-744-1600) at the Carlyle. You never know who might get up and play. The lighting is great, the music is fun. It’s kind of Old New York.

I love Dennis Basso (825 Madison Ave., 212-794-4500). He’s got this big voice that welcomes you into his store. He has the most amazing dresses and gowns, and, as a woman, we all fantasize about walking in them at some point.

At Barneys New York (660 Madison Ave., 212-826-8900), you can shop ’til you drop and go to Freds afterwards for lunch— they have the most amazing salads there. It’s like a twofer. Intermix (1003 Madison Ave., 212-2497858) is great for their wide range of designers under one roof.

I head to Sant Ambroeus (1000 Madison Ave., 212-5702211) for a quick cappuccino.

The sandwiches at the bar are great, too. You feel like you’re not in New York, it’s so Italian.

There are so many times my computer crashed and I headed to the Apple Store (940 Madison Ave., 646-343-2700).

The geniuses fix everything in five minutes—it’s incredible!

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“Madison Avenue is such a glamorous place with the shimmering lights. You can hit all the shops—it’s for people who need to get things done.”

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LAVINIA BRANCA SNYDER president of the society of memorial sloan kettering cancer center

I always shop for my family on Madison Avenue. At Lalique (609 Madison Ave., 212-355-6550) I found a bracelet to celebrate my daughter’s graduation. Lalique was a favorite of my father’s. He passed when I was 23—the same age Ophelia was when I gave her the bracelet.

At CH Carolina Herrera (802 Madison Ave., 212-744-2076) I found a pink wallet embossed with flowers— so much like Ophelia! I knew immediately that it could replace the worn green one she carried everywhere.

It’s a tradition in our family to find the right ornament each year, and last year it came from Zitomer (969 Madison Ave., 212-737-5560). We got two matching ones: a fish reflected in a blue circle and two scuba divers, a mother and a daughter.

What can I say about Apple (940 Madison Ave., 646-343-2700)? I have a Mac desktop to organize my life, an iPad to edit my photos on the go, and an iPhone 6 with so many photos and messages that I consider it my diary.

My workweek “uniform” includes Hermès (691 Madison Ave., 212-7513181) accessories that I wear almost every day (just ask my coworkers!) and my Bally (628 Madison Ave., 212-751-9082) booties that make me smile every time I put them on.

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Shop art! Lavinia Branca Snyder’s (above left) Madison Avenue musts include (clockwise from above) the Apple Store, CH Carolina Herrera, Lalique, and Hermès.

PHOTOGRAPHY BY ROY ZIPSTEIN (APPLE STORE); VICTOR VIRGILE/GETTY IMAGES (RUNWAY); PETER WHITE/GETTY IMAGES (BAG)

“Miracle on Madison Avenue brings the joy of the season to our little corner of the world.”

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On Saturday, December 3, 2016, Gotham magazine, the Madison Avenue Business Improvement District, and Madison Avenue’s premier boutiques come together to celebrate Miracle on Madison Avenue. Twenty percent of the day’s sales will benefit the pediatric programs of The Society of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center.

Aquatalia, the first luxury footwear brand to offer the finest combination of materials with innovative weatherproof & stain resistant technology, has opened its first flagship on Madison Avenue. Discover a one-stop shop for style, from the latest arrivals to exclusive products and special services.

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Located among other classic shops on famed Madison Avenue, Barbour New York offers a full range of Lifestyle and Heritage clothing and accessories for both men and women, as well as pets. Barbour New York was the brand’s first U.S. store location, opened in 2003.

Jitrois’ NYC flagship boutique specializes in stretch leather, suede and exquisite fur, bringing together innovative design, exceptional craftsmanship and the highest quality materials.

The chic Parisian couture brand is coveted by an exclusive clientele with distinct personal style.

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Anne Fontaine has designed a Casual Chic line that will launch exclusively online in Winter of 2016. “ As an active woman often present on three continents, I have always ensured that my creations combine comfort and elegance.

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Lalique is internationally recognized as the ultimate symbol of French luxury, representing the finest in artisinal skils. Today, Lalique has transformed into a full lifestyle brand, offering collections across five categories: interior design, decorative objects, jewelry, fragrance and art

Michael Kors is a world-renowned, award-winning designer of luxury accessories and ready-to-wear. His namesake company, established in 1981, currently produces a range of products under his signature Michael Kors Collection and MICHAEL Michael Kors labels. These products include accessories, footwear, watches, jewelry, men’s and women’s ready-towear, eyewear and a full line of fragrance products.

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For 30 years Morgenthal Frederics has been creating legendary designs handcrafted from the finest materials in the world, including our signature buffalo horn. The brand’s Madison Avenue location carries both Men’s and Women’s collections.

With a downtown sensibility, signature clean silhouettes and an inherent integrity, rag & bone continuously redefines urban style. This location carries both Men’s and Women’s.

A luxury brand built upon the idea of creating a beautifully constructed shoe, Stuart Weitzman’s main objective has always been to merge fashion & function. Visit the Madison Avenue boutique for the most stylish shoes & leather goods of the season.

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Brothers-in-law and MMA superstars Chris Weidman and Stephen “Wonderboy” Thompson chat about making history at Madison Square Garden’s first-ever UFC battle on November 12.

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Fight night!

UFC 205 at Madison Square Garden on November 12 includes a title fight between Stephen “Wonderboy” Thompson (left) and welterweight champ Tyron Woodley, and a middleweight bout between Chris Weidman (right) and Yoel Romero.

Matt Serra: Do you think that New Yorkers have the wrong impression of what mixed martial arts is—that people think it’s this violent blood sport when in fact it’s not?

Chris Weidman: Yeah, I think there was definitely a misconception in New York, just because it was illegal here. You always had to position yourself from the guilty side of an argument. Anytime you have to do that, you feel like it’s not being respected, and it wasn’t.

Stephen “Wonderboy” Thompson: I grew up in MMA. I don’t think it’s violent at all. You’re starting to see more and more kids getting involved with it. I think that’s one of the reasons why it’s the fastest-growing sport in the world.

Jim Norton: Chris, can you talk a little bit about the process of getting MMA legalized in New York—from Governor Pataki banning it in 1997 to Governor Cuomo legalizing it this year? We were the last state in the union for this to be legal.

CW: It was a crazy situation. Usually New York is on the forefront of things, but with this we were the last. Basically, you had to lobby all the senators and the governor and try to get this thing legalized over the past 10 years, and we finally got it done.

JN: UFC President Dana White talked for a long time about getting MMA to New York. Madison Square Garden was kind of the dream.

CW: To be able to fight in New York in front of all the fans and family and friends that weren’t able to travel to Las Vegas, it’s a dream come true.

They can just take a train ride right into Penn Station, walk upstairs to Madison Square Garden. It’s the way it should be. They deserve it.

MS: How did you get your start in MMA? CW: My background is wrestling. I was lucky enough that when I got into MMA, I went to the Serra BJJ Academy. I felt like it was the only place I could go in New York, and that’s when my career started.

ST: I’ve been fighting since I was 15. I went to my first UFC show when I was 12 in Charlotte, North Carolina—UFC 2. I told myself this is what I was going

to do one day.

JN: Did you fight a lot before you fought professionally?

ST: That’s all it was. I competed just about every weekend in point-sparring tournaments, and karate was my focus. I didn’t play any other sports—all karate.

MS: What made you want to switch—to say, “I want to do MMA. I want to fight in the cage”?

ST: Former UFC champion Georges St-Pierre brought me in for [Brazilian MMA fighter] Thiago Alves’s camps. I was strictly doing kickboxing at the time, but I was going up there for his camps, so I found myself learning jujitsu, learning wrestling, to be a better sparring partner for Georges.

Through him, I was training for MMA. In 2010, I had my first MMA fight.

JN: What was your record as a kickboxer?

ST: 57 and 0.

JN: 57 and 0! That’s incredible that you’d walk away from that.

ST: UFC is the fastest-growing sport in the world. Kickboxing was going nowhere. For me, as a martial artist, I wanted to be the best fighter in the world. It was hard, because just before I made that change, I tore every ligament in my left leg. I was out for three years. The doctor said I’d probably never fight again. I had a torn ACL [anterior cruciate ligament], every CL, and they took 40 percent of my meniscus out. I had a good crew behind me, good solid team, and they kept me focused, man.

JN: How about you, Chris? Was there any injury you thought might actually stop you?

CW: When I was 2 and 0, I fractured my hand pretty bad, and they had to do a surgery where they put my hip bone into my hand and they fused it. It literally was not getting better. For about a year, I didn’t fight at all. I was living in my parents’ basement, I had no money—it was a very stressful time.

I had a lot of pressure on me to move on and get a normal job, but I stuck through. I said, you know what? I’m going to just fight injured. I took a fight with Uriah Hall, and I ended up finishing him with a left hook. I still couldn’t really hit with my right hand,

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One-two punch! As a native New Yorker, Chris Weidman was a major advocate urging the state assembly to pass the MMA legalization bill, making UFC events possible at Madison Square Garden.

and then after that fight, somehow it just healed.

MS: As a former fighter, I know the thrill of victory in the Octagon. It’s the highest high. Is it a big difference from winning in the wrestling, karate, or kickboxing world?

ST: Just the feeling of winning is a good feeling, but doing it on the highest platform in combat sports is something different, man.

MS: Are you scared when you walk out to fight?

ST: Oh, yeah. But that’s a good thing. That’s what keeps you on edge. Of course, you hear it all the time: If you step out there and you don’t feel those nerves, maybe you should hang it up, because then you won’t be aware. You won’t take the right movements or the right reactions that you should be taking. That’s a scary situation.

JN: Have you been booed, Chris? You beat a very loved champion in Anderson Silva.

CW: Oh man, I got booed. Every single one of my title fights pretty much, because I was going against these legendary Brazilians in the beginning. It started with Anderson Silva. [The first fight] I got booed, and then the second fight I got booed again, because I beat him with that hook. People thought I got lucky. Again, I got booed after I had his leg broke. [Lyoto] Machida and Vitor [Belfort], same thing. I’m excited to have this fight in New York where maybe I won’t get booed!

JN: What is your relationship like with the fans? It seems like you’re much more accessible to the fans than in any other sport.

CW: All of us have come from a background where we would go win a big tournament, whether it be karate or wrestling or jujitsu, and come back home and be treated the same. No one realized what you just did. You walked around thinking you’re the man, but no one else thought you were. When you get into a sport like MMA and you’re in the UFC, you win a fight and you go back home, everybody is so proud of you and gives you so much respect. When you get that type of respect when you’re not used to it, you want to show respect back. You want to let the fans know how appreciative you are of them.

JN: How did the two of you guys meet?

CW: I brought [Wonderboy] in to train for my first Anderson Silva fight. He has a very unconventional style with his hands down, does a lot of karate stuff, and kicks out of nowhere. Anderson Silva was known to put his hands down and move differently and come with different things when you’re not expecting it. I’m like, “Holy smokes, this kid is good.” At that time his name wasn’t that big—he might have had two or three fights.

ST: Yeah, I had, like, two fights.

CW: The way he helped me prepare for these guys, these legends that everybody was scared of… When I got into the cage finally with Anderson Silva, Machida, Vitor, they were literally so slow compared to Wonderboy. He just made everything so easy for me once I was in there.

JN: What about the family relationship you guys have?

WHITE KNIGHT MMA, or mixed martials arts (for the four people left in the world who haven’t heard of it), has developed over the years into one of the most popular sports in the United States—and around the globe. Its rise, though, didn’t happen by chance, and the man who can take credit for it is Dana White, the president of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC).

Mastering the launch of any product requires an instinctive understanding of its potential appeal.

“When we got into this business, I was looking at boxing,” recalls White. “I knew boxing was going to be in trouble. I sat down and thought, ‘Imagine if they did this, and imagine if they did that—this could be big.’

I’ve always said this, and it ended up being true. I don’t care what color you are, I don’t care what country you come from, and I don’t care what language you speak, we’re all human beings, and fighting is in our DNA. We get it. We like it.

I believed this thing would work everywhere.”

Intuition isn’t enough, of course: It takes a certain amount of self-belief to get a project of this magnitude off the ground. “We had a vision and a plan, and we stuck to it no matter what. We went with our gut,” says White. “In the beginning, there were three guys who believed in the vision, and in the end there were a lot more people who believed.

Watch what we do in the next five years.”

Chris, your sister is married to Stephen’s brother.

You don’t see that often in UFC. CW: I’m very overprotective of my sister. I’m literally way overboard. For years I was probably detrimental to her getting a boyfriend. Then when Tony came out [to a camp] and I saw that there were some sparks flying, I actually opened my heart up, and I’m like, I want my sister to be happy. She’s 26 years old at this point, and I knew Tony was a good dude, comes from a good family. I’m like, you know what, let’s see what happens. I’ll keep my hands off this one.

ST: They just hit it off. Next thing you know, a year later, she’s moving down to South Carolina and they got married this past April, which was an awesome wedding.

JN: What would you say is your most memorable fight?

ST: I think my most memorable would be my one loss in the UFC. I lost to a guy named Matt Brown, and man, we beat the crap out of each other. During that fight, it showed me what I needed to work on, what I needed to improve, but not only that, but being out there and just getting punched in the face and kneed in the body and elbowed in the face. I had cuts, I was bleeding—I just kept going when most people would have stopped. I told myself, this guy is not going to knock me out; he’s not going to submit me. If this guy’s going to win, I’m going to give him hell. If not for that fight, I don’t think I would be where I am today.

MS: How do you feel different now?

ST: Oh man, just with what I learned during that fight, the weight-cutting process, walking around with a lighter weight, my takedown defense, coming up here working with you, Matt Serra, and Chris Weidman—working on my ground game has helped me tremendously. It gives me all the confidence in the world to go out there and face these tough opponents. I’m getting ready to fight Tyron Woodley November 12—welterweight champion right now. Man, just putting myself through the grind, that’s why I love training with champions. Guys like Matt Serra and Chris, they have no excuses. They could have an injury, but they’re always in the gym. There’s always something that you can do and push yourself.

JN: Formwise, you lower your hands a little bit.

Is that scary against a guy like Tyron Woodley, who hits like a truck?

ST: I’m used to it. I’m used to stepping out there.

I’ve been doing it since I was 15. Hands down, I don’t know why.

CW: That’s crazy, the murderers’ row you just went through, every one of those guys hits like a truck— Johny Hendricks, Jake Ellenberger, and Rory MacDonald. Dangerous dudes.

ST: Muhammad Ali was one of the best at

it—always had his hands down, which helps you distribute your weight a little bit easier to move your head. I use that for myself. I stick my head out wanting you to try and hit it. That way I can counter you.

JN: You’re relying on speed.

ST: Oh yeah, it’s speed and accuracy, speed and accuracy.

JN: How about you, Chris—what’s your most memorable?

CW: I have to say my fight when I won the title.

Anderson Silva is a guy who was known as the greatest of all time. No one gave me a shot at beating him.

People laughed at me, and then to go out there and do it—there’s no better feeling than that.

JN: I was there in the crowd that night. I’ve never been more shocked in sports as watching him get knocked out. I wasn’t shocked that you won, but to watch him go down like that…

CW: It was insane. I shocked myself. I planned on beating him, but I figured it was going to be more a takedownsubmission-takedown grind. To go out there and knock him out, a guy who used to just put his hands down and let people punch him in the face and he doesn’t go anywhere… To get that knockout was ridiculous.

JN: What did it feel like to connect and watch him go down?

CW: He was taunting me. I got emotional, which is usually not good, but it worked out for me because I got pissed. I’m not going to stop punching until I crack this dude. That’s what I did.

JN: For UFC 205, you’re fighting an extremely strong guy, Yoel Romero. What do you think about this fight?

I know you don’t want to give away your game plan, but it seems like his cardio isn’t quite where yours is.

CW: My usual game plan is to pressure. I’m usually a little longer, so keep my range, walk him down, and make him work. From the wrestling to the striking, wrestling, back to the striking, get to the ground, nonstop movement. As long as we’re moving and I’m putting pressure on him, it’s a good thing for me.

JN: Do you think if you beat Yoel Romero, that puts you in line to go back to the belt? And let’s talk very quickly about Michael Bisping, the current champion. You and he have kind of gone back and forth.

CW: Yeah, I think if I win this fight the way I think I should win it, I think it’s a no-brainer that I’d be able to fight for the title. As far as Bisping, I really don’t have any ill will towards the guy, but this is a guy who’s crapped on my career since I got into the sport. I got into the UFC and a couple fights in, I’m fighting for the title against Anderson Silva. I was undefeated, and Bisping has been in the division for a long time and never had fought for the title. Here comes this young kid that surpasses him. I felt like there was a lot of bitterness and jealousy on his part. He would just rip apart every win I had. He couldn’t wait when I finally lost—the guy went even harder. He’s a talker, and he doesn’t bother me too much.

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UFC 1 TO UFC 205: A BRIEF HISTORY 1993: The Beginning The UFC’s first fight—dubbed UFC 1—takes place in Denver, Colorado, on November 12.

1997: Fair Fight Gradually, gloves, weight classes, and other regulations are introduced, culminating in the 2001 adoption of the Unified Rules of MMA. 2001: Las Vegas Debut On September 28, the UFC finally lands in the fight capital of the world.

2004: The Ice Age Chuck “The Iceman” Liddell is the first UFC fighter to become a mainstream celebrity.

2009: Milestone The super-card event UFC 100 establishes a longstanding UFC pay-per-view record of 1.6 million buys.

2011: Big League TV The UFC reaches a sevenyear broadcast agreement with Fox, confirming its place among the established televised sports properties.

2013: Ladies’ First On February 23, Ronda Rousey and Liz Carmouche make UFC history as the first female fighters to enter the Octagon.

2014: Look, Ma, I’m a Video Game!

EA Sports UFC is released for Playstation 4 and Xbox One; mobile versions for iOS and Android devices follow in 2015.

2016: A New Era UFC is acquired by the leading global entertainment, sports, and fashion agency, WME|IMG. 2016: Making It in the Big City On November 12, Madison Square Garden hosts its first UFC fight night, UFC 205, featuring Chris Weidman, Stephen “Wonderboy” Thompson, and other MMA superstars.

MS: How do you feel you match up with him?

CW: I think, to be honest with you, he’d probably be the easiest fight I’ve had in a long time.

MS: Easiest fight? The champ?

CW: There’s no such thing as an easy fight, like I said, but he would be the one easy fight.

MS: Chris Weidman, you’re telling me the champ, Michael Bisping, will be the easiest fight of your career?

CW: He would be the easiest fight of my career.

Including Reubem Lopes, the guy I fought for my first fight ever. He was 0 and 0, undefeated fighter.

MS: Snap, snap.

CW: I think he might be even easier than that.

JN: Do you think the fighters have gotten better and better? It seems like a lot of belts have changed hands, and I attribute that to the fact that people are starting at 15 now.

There are so many great fighters, it’s hard to go on an eight-fight win streak in the UFC. ST: Yeah, it’s difficult. If you’re fighting in the UFC, I don’t care if you’re in the very beginning or you’re champion, every one of those guys is dangerous.

JN: UFC has done so well. What do you think this sport did right that boxing has done wrong?

CW: They’re marketing every fighter from the ground up. They’re paying the fighters from the first fight on the card to all the way to the main event. The UFC has TV deals where they have to have a certain amount of fights per year. There’s so many more fighters that they have to push and get people excited about. I think that’s a difference. Boxing just sticks to their pay-per-view, they have their one, two, three, four, five guys that are popular, and other than that, I don’t know any other boxers. That’s the way they went with it.

JN: There’s literally so many fights that I care about watching. The UFC seems to give you the fight that you want to see as opposed to making you wait eight years like they did for Pacquiao/ Mayweather.... How do you feel towards the person you just fought after the fight is over?

ST: It’s funny how much more respect you have after you finish beating each other up. After you go out there and you lay it on the line, I’m all smiles, and I’m always showing respect to my opponents, even if they don’t want it.

CW: The same thing with me. I’ve had some heated stare downs and stuff at weigh-ins, and some bad blood, but at the end of the day, when that fight’s over, there’s a sense of relief and we kind of bond. We just went through something. You didn’t know what was going to happen, both of us were obviously nervous. The result is done… and you just respect each other. Comedian Jim Norton and UFC legend Matt Serra are the hosts of UFC Unfiltered, the official podcast of the UFC. The uncensored show features UFC stars and celebrities, with new episodes available on iTunes every Tuesday and Thursday.

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Leg up on the competition: Before the UFC, Stephen “Wonderboy” Thompson was a kickboxer with a 57-0 record. “For me, as a martial artist, I wanted to be the best fighter in the world,” he says of his decision to join the UFC. Styling by Julian Antetomaso Grooming by Riad Azar using Dior Homme for Atelier Management Location: UFC Gym NYC, 277 Canal St., 212-858-9880; ufcgym.com

# I N S TA -

N YC! Our most fabulous—and most followed—social media stars capture the spirit of the city and what makes NYC the scene to be seen in.

BY SAMANTHA YANKS

IT GOES WITHOUT SAYING that NYC is a buzzy hotbed of social media stars who have cultural currency to spare. From the 2006 launch of Twitter to the 2010 arrival of Instagram, innovative digital platforms have provided the branding opportunity that intrepid bloggers needed to become top influencers. From stylish new It girls and guys to Insta-famous DJs to foodies who are capturing the culinary-cool quotient, the ever-evolving world of social media has us looking for the latest tastemakers. We go #BTS with five of NYC’s best ’grammers—who have more than one million fans addicted to double-tapping their snaps—to find out what inspires them and how they are able to capture the unique vibe of our city.

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Urban outlaw: Humza Deas has built a career out of taking photos from places others can’t get to, as in these aerial shots of the George Washington Bridge (near left) and Columbus Circle (below). He has scaled buildings,

climbed bridges, and looked out from rooftops to get across his unique point of view.

HUMZA DEAS | URBAN AERIAL PHOTOGRAPHER @HumzaDeas

Artist, adventurer, and aerial photographer Humza Deas has scaled every New York City building and bridge that he feels is Insta-worthy, all the while snapping away with his Canon 6D. The 19-year-old has amassed 192k followers on Instagram and has been called an outlaw. Like the epic heights of the buildings he conquers, the Crown Heights-born Deas has a unique POV on NYC, one that’s enhanced by his world travels. “I love coming back home to New York,” says the country-hopping daredevil. “I always have a different perspective on it each time.”

What he covers: “The nature of my feed is showcasing my city, New York, through an unseen perspective, often aerial and sometimes below the underbelly of New York.” How he does it: “My perspective on NYC is showing it from places that are off-limits to the public.” Getting started: “I got started with an iPhone snapping pics. A couple months later, my work got featured by New York magazine, and a career was born.” Big break: “I was hired by Adidas to photograph Yeezy Season 1.

They paid me a ton of money, and I said, ‘I can make money from the things I love to do the most!’” Most memorable image: “Being above Times Square from a rooftop surrounded by a sea of lights.” The key to success: “Don’t worry about what everyone else is doing, be happy with yourself and the rest will fall into place.” Most frequent comment: “Where is this??” Toughest part of the job: “Being 19!

People don’t want to pay a fair rate because they don’t know why a 19-year-old needs so much money.” His advice: “Learn to keep up with New York!” For more on Humza Deas’s best of the city, go to gotham-magazine.com.

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ALEXA MEHRABAN | ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR OF MARKETING AND COMMUNICATION AT TACOMBI @eatingnyc

Alexa Mehraban’s 230k+ followers on Instagram know her as a food-obsessed blogger hunting down New York’s latest food trends, one post at a time. Born and raised in New York, this fresh face on the food scene recommends and reviews the best places to go for special occasions, from date-night spots to dinner with the ’rents, and covers all cuisines, from Jewish to Japanese. There are newsy bits about pop-ups and first looks at the hottest restaurant openings. But it’s her restaurant rating system that sets her apart from the culinary pack (a scale of 1 to 10 to the tenths place).

What she covers: Food and lifestyle. Her mission: “To stay up-to-date on the hottest restaurants and latest trends, serving as a utility for New Yorkers and people around the world to inform all of their dining decisions.”

Getting started: “I started @EatingNYC in January 2014 while working as a food writer for a lifestyle website. Shortly after, I decided I wanted to pursue a career in the hospitality industry. (I now work for Tacombi restaurants.) As one of the first ‘food Instagrammers,’ I’ve had the opportunity to witness a cultural transformation firsthand.” Her social media reach: “About 1.5m impressions per week.” Her inspiration: “A beautiful table of food.” Most memorable moment: “I recently spent the day with a CNN reporter for a feature on CNN International. That was really exciting.” Must-snap places: “Sadelle’s, Emmy Squared, Black Tap, Union Fare.” Most inspiring places: “New restaurants that offer something unique to the dining scene.” If she only had 20 minutes in NYC… “It’s hard to get somewhere in 20 minutes! I’d probably have to run for a classic slice.”

For more on Alexa Mehraban’s best of the city, go to gotham-magazine.com.

Not your average foodie: EatingNYC has become a benchmark of culinary trends throughout the city. clockwise from top: A Filipino feast at Maharlika; matcha coconut ice cream at Sweets by Chloe; the Vodka Pie at Rubirosa; the Shiromaru Hakata Classic ramen at Ippudo; the No. 1 sandwich at Frankel’s.

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CORY KENNEDY | ACTOR AND DJ @corymkennedy

Twenty-six-year-old DJ Cory Kennedy has spun at the hottest spots in NYC including the Thompson LES and Le Bain at the Standard. She travels the globe but righteously loves the music and fashion scene here in New York. In a city where the DJ is as crucial as the event itself, Kennedy books the hottest launches from Dolce & Gabbana to DKNY, with her 44.5k followers listening to what she is #NowPlaying.

Turning tables: Cory Kennedy (top) is one of New York’s best new deejays, with an insider’s Instagram feed that favors behind-the-scenes shots. right: Kennedy snaps a photo of a friend getting ready to go out for #NYFW. above: Kennedy shares a Snapchat post as she wakes up at the crack of dawn to go for a run over the Brooklyn Bridge.

What she covers: “Basically, it’s a curation of friends, art, music, fashion.”

Getting started: “I interned for a party photographer at the age of 16, and began modeling due to interest from fans and designers, and writing for magazines and blogging.” Her inspiration: “Going to museums and galleries, being in nature, movies, fashion, and live music.” Favorite Insta image: “A photo I took when I was attending an Alexandre Birman show at

the MOMA for NYFW. I was wearing this cute pink dress, and I turned around and saw my favorite Andrew Wyeth painting, Christina’s World, and got down and posed like she is in the painting.” Most frequent comment: “You were my fashion icon when I was 16.” Favorite local hangouts: “The Metrograph Theatre, Dimes, and Café Henrie.” The most inspiring places: “In the summer, all of the public Alphabet City gardens are open, and I walk across the Brooklyn Bridge several times a week to clear my head, which is heavenly.” For more on Cory Kennedy’s best of the city, go to gotham-magazine.com.

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PARI EHSAN | FOUNDER OF PARI DUST @paridust

The fashion-meets-art world on Pari Ehsan’s feed is a story of refined selfies snapped in all the right art galleries. The alchemy of Ehsan’s success is understanding how entwined art and style are and how she harmoniously blends the two. Her 205k followers look to her for innovation in the arena, and she perfectly captures the once-again explosive art scene through the filter of fashionable portraits.

What she covers: “Post-modern appropriation of art in the context of fashion.” Her passion for NYC: “I feed off the endless amount of creation that exists in the city—the vigor and the fluidity.” Getting started: “I was an architect in my former life, seeking a deeper and freer form of expression. The idea of exploring the intersections between art, design, and fashion had fascinated me for some time, and I started to do collage.

Then one day I happened to match a Helen Frankenthaler painting at the Gagosian, and decided that I could enact and document this dialogue in

Haute to trot: Pari Ehsan has earned a massive following with images that intertwine fashion and art. clockwise from top left: Ehsan riffs on the geometric shapes of Narciso Rodriguez’s fragrance bottles, models Peter Pilotto at the Miller House designed by Eero Saarinen, and blends into artwork by Erik Parker with clothes

by Libertine. left: A snapshot of a piece

by Amanda Ross-Ho at Art Basel.

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person.” Her inspiration: “Nature, illusory art that holds the mystery of how it was made, monumental spaces/architecture, alternative ideas and perspectives.” Her advice: “Find your niche, cause someone to discover something.” What makes NYC special: “The way in which it propels you towards your truth often in very dramatic and mysterious ways.” The best cup of coffee in the city: “I enjoy a dirty chai latte from The Bean.” The key to success: “Optimism.” For more on Pari Ehsan’s best of the city, go to gotham-magazine.com.

PATRICK JANELLE | DOCUMENTARY LIFESTYLE PHOTOGRAPHER @aguynamedpatrick

Man-about-town Patrick Janelle settled in New York City in 2011 and has won the CFDA’s Fashion Instagrammer of the Year Award for his stunning feed. Only using his iPhone is part of the methodology, but so too is exquisite, pictureperfect taste when it comes to interiors, fashion, retail, and food. His 452k followers crave daily updates on his stylized daily life.

What he covers: “I create a chronological snapshot of my day-to-day life in New York City and on the road, documenting the places I eat, the cocktails I drink, the outfits I wear, the people I discover during my creative and entrepreneurial pursuits.” Getting started: “In 2014, I was given the first-ever CFDA Instagrammer of the Year Award, and my followers tripled. Something incredible happened. Offers to create sponsored and paid content started to trickle in from brands interested in what I was doing.” His passion: “A

Man about town: Patrick Janelle has developed a business out of his everyday lifestyle. clockwise from top left: Janelle stops for a colorful snap near his Chinatown office; a peek inside his home; one of his favorite Brooklyn cocktail bars, Donna; salads from Sweetgreen.

balance between professional, classic looks and something a little more fun.”

Toughest part of the job: “When I get busy as an entrepreneur, I sometimes have to remind myself to stop and document all the things I’m up to.” His advice: “In a digital landscape where people can come to expect the same things, it’s a fun challenge to keep it fresh.” Must-snap places: “The Top of the Rock for views, and Happy Bones for that #dailycortado.” The city’s best coffee: “Café Integral.” If he only had 20 minutes in NYC, he’d… “Stroll through Washington Square Park with a coffee.” For more on Patrick Janelle’s best of the city, go to gotham-magazine.com.

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The giddy days of ski bunnies in neon hues are giving way to a modern mood on the slopes. The athleisure avalanche clears a path for slimmed-down silhouettes and stretch fabrics in a quietly powerful palette of earth tones, metallics, and polar blacks and whites. Call it the new cold-mountain chic. photography by rodolfo martinez

styling by faye power

this page, on her: Top, Dior ($1,300). 21 E. 57th St., 212-9312951; dior.com. Cashmere leggings, Magaschoni ($298).

Bloomingdale’s, 1000 Third Ave., 212-705-2000; bloomingdales.com.

Sneakers, Stella McCartney ($590). Saks Fifth Avenue, 611 Fifth Ave., 212-753-4000; saks.com. on him: Henley, Dolce & Gabbana ($375). 717 Fifth Ave., 212-8979653; dolcegabbana.com.

Cashmere jogger, Brunello Cucinelli ($2,545). 683 Madison Ave., 212-813-0900; brunellocucinelli.com. Sneakers, Dior Homme ($700). 17 E. 57th St., 212-931-2951; diorhomme.com opposite page: Sweater, Tommy Hilfiger ($329). 681 Fifth Ave., 212-223-1824; tommyhilfiger.com.

Pants, Burberry ($450). 9 E. 57th St., 212-407-7100; burberry.com. Lance Vachetta hiking boot, Michael Kors ($498). 520 Broadway, 212-3364501; michaelkors.com

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this page: Jacket ($9,650) and jumpsuit ($2,100), Chanel. 15 E. 57th St., 800-550-0005; chanel.com. Helmet, EA7 (price on request). 410 W. Broadway, 646-613-8099; armani.com.

Gloves, Moncler Grenoble ($535). 90 Prince St., 646-3503620; moncler.com. Egide boots, Moncler ($575). see above opposite page: Waffle crew sweater, Vince ($355). 980 Madison Ave., 646-560-2897; vince.com. Henley, Dolce & Gabbana ($375). 717 Fifth Ave., 212-897-9653; dolce gabbana.com. Pants, Belstaff (price on request). Barneys New York, 660 Madison Ave., 212-826-8900; belstaff.com

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on him: Coat ($2,360), pants ($915), and gloves ($450), Moncler Grenoble. 90 Prince St., 646-350-3620; moncler.com.

Sweater ($640) and Armand Scarpa boots ($795), Moncler. see above. Masek sunglasses, Oliver Peoples ($365). 366 W. Broadway, 212-925-5400; oliverpeoples.com. Cashmere socks, Club Monaco ($90). 160 Fifth Ave., 212-352-0936; clubmonaco.com. on her: Ski sweater, Tory Sport ($250). 129 Fifth Ave., 212-777-2226; torysport.com. Leggings, EA7 ($145). Emporio Armani, 410 W. Broadway, 646-613-8099; armani.com. Gloves, Moncler Grenoble ($450). see above.

Socks, Club Monaco ($17). see above. Goggles, Chanel (price on request). 15 E. 57th St., 800-550-0005; chanel.com

Bodysuit, Theory ($160).

Brookfield Place, 212-7861080; theory.com. Rye pants, Altuzarra ($2,195). Saks Fifth Avenue, 611 Fifth Ave., 212-753-4000; saks.com Hair and manicure by Elizabeth McGuire at Bizzy Lizzy’s One Stop Shop Makeup by Helen Robertson at Celestine using Givenchy Beauty Models: Alex Kate Knight at MUSENYC and Zach Pricer at New York Models Locations provided by Buttermilk Mountain, Aspen/Snowmass (aspensnowmass.com), and Bowden Properties (bobbowden.com) home seen throughout: 455 Sunnyside Ln., $36 million, Bob Bowden, Bowden Properties, 625 E. Main St., Ste. 102A, Aspen, CO, 970-544-2000; sunnysideridge.com

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The latest fine jewelry collections set an enchanted scene of shimmering flora and fauna.

opposite page: Platinum and diamond High Jewelry necklace, Cartier (price on request). 653 Fifth Ave., 212-446-3400; cartier.us.

White-gold, diamond, and glittered gray Dior lacquer Poisonous earrings, Dior Fine Jewelry (price on request).

21 E. 57th St., 212-931-2950; dior.com this page: Custom designed 14k white-gold, Tahitian Keshi black pearl, and round brilliant diamond necklace, Jorge Adeler ($14,680). Saks Fifth Avenue, 611 Fifth Ave., 212-753-4000; saks.com. 18k white-gold, diamond, and cultured pearl Pluie de Camelia brooch, Chanel Fine Jewelry (price on request). 15 E. 57th St., 212-355-5050; chanel.com.

White-gold and champagne diamond Dragonfly ring, Lalique ($24,000). 609 Madison Ave., 212-355-6550; lalique.com

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opposite page: 18k white-gold High Jewelry diamond necklace, Bulgari (price on request). 730 Fifth Ave., 800-BULGARI; bulgari.com. 39.29-carat diamond and titanium Gardenia brooch, Martin Katz ($220,000). Bergdorf Goodman, 754 Fifth Ave., 212753-7300; bergdorfgoodman.com.

27.34-carat white pear-shaped diamond abstract earrings with radiant-cut diamond centers, Graff (price on request). 710 Madison Ave., 212-355-9292; graffdiamonds.com

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this page: 18k white-gold and 27.48-carat diamond High Jewelry Collection earrings, Chopard (price on request). 709 Madison Ave., 212-233-2304; chopard.com. Platinum and 49.21-carat diamond Wreath Cluster necklace, Harry Winston (price on request). 718 Fifth Ave., 212-399-1000; harrywinston.com. 18k gold and .35-carat round white diamond pendant, Simon G. ($4,840).

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FLOWER POWER! L’OLIVIER BLOOMS THIS SEASON WITH AN INAUGURAL HOLIDAY CAPSULE COLLECTION.

Winter wonder: The Silver Wire Spheres Dendrobium Orchids arrangement ($375) at L’Olivier mixes snowy blooms and iridescent metallics.

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BY TIM LATTERNER

The holidays are here! In terms of décor, that usually means it’s time to unbox the lights and blown-glass ornaments, but L’Olivier Floral Atelier is here to help revelers steer their yuletide gatherings away from the traditional and toward something altogether more magical with a capsule collection of six arrangements.

Developed by founder Olivier Giugni, these halfdozen bouquets are designed to remind guests of the spirit of the holidays in a stunningly original way. The Silver Wire Spheres Dendrobium Orchids conjure images of frosted windows and snow-dusted trees, the Sparkle Tibet Roses contrast neatly ordered white blooms with a festive burst of silver accents, and the Gold Log and Stone Orchid Garden sprouts like an enchanted wood of interlocking orchid stems and glittery trees.

“They’re the holidays for everybody,” says Giugni, so “we’ve created silver and gold arrangements that are happy, dreamy. It’s nice to have a bit of sparkle—we need that in December.” Whether you’re presenting a host gift or putting the finishing touches on the Christmas table, L’Olivier Floral Atelier captures a sense of wonder that too easily goes missing at the holidays.

230 Vesey St., 212-774-7676; lolivier.com

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SPACE TREND

Preserve and bedeck!

The Beekman Residences (left) and One Hundred Barclay (inset) are two luxury condo developments attached to landmark buildings with spectacular architectural details. below: The gorgeous atrium of The Beekman.

RENOVATE OR RESTORE? WHILE THE LUXURY DEVELOPMENT MARKET IS WINNING SALES WITH BIGGER AND BRIGHTER AMENITIES, A FEW ARE CAPITALIZING ON HISTORIC PEDIGREE.

In the crowded luxury condo market, a number of people are looking past all the sleek new constructions to buildings that have a whiff of New York City heritage about them. We asked Douglas Elliman’s Arran Patel (917-975-8701), who proclaims a soft spot for structures from “an era when grandeur was more of a priority over cost,” to guide us through New York’s preservation universe.

“Ralph Walker was the ‘starchitect’ before there were starchitects,” says Patel. In the Roaring Twenties, Walker made his reputation with the Barclay-Vesey Building, the first Art Deco

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skyscraper, which was designated a landmark in 1999. Magnum Real Estate Group and CIM bought the top 22 floors from Verizon to convert into 158 luxury lofts known as One Hundred Barclay (100 Barclay St., 212-2670111; 100barclay.com).

It’s easy to see the appeal: The lobby alone, with its vaulted ceiling decorated with communication-themed murals, is a dazzler.

Near City Hall Park, the Temple Court Building and Annex boasts a magnificent nine-story atrium with cast iron railings and pyramidal skylight.

Rechristened The

Beekman, it houses a luxury Thompson hotel (123 Nassau St., 212233-2300; thebeekman. com) and restaurants by Keith McNally (“a real trend-tracker,” says Patel) and Tom Colicchio. The building is attached to a new tower dubbed The Beekman Residences (115 Nassau St., 212769-0500), with apartments designed by Thomas Juul-Hansen.

“Colicchio’s Bar Room is open 24 hours,” adds Patel, “so you can stop in at 3 am or just have a meal delivered to your apartment.” Old New York charm with digital-age amenities— perhaps you can have it all.

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“I LOVE THESE BUILDINGS FOR THEIR CHARACTER AND GRANDEUR. THEY SIMPLY CAN’T BE REPLICATED TODAY—THE FINISHES, THE DETAILS, THE CEILING HEIGHTS.” —arran patel

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Fit for a king: Hästens’ signature bed and limited-edition models are crafted of traditional hand-sewn layers of horsehair, cotton, and wool (bottom). inset below: Fifth-generation owner Jan Ryde.

BEDTIME STORY WITH ITS LATEST LAUNCH, ULTRA-LUXE BED BRAND HÄSTENS HAS CLIENTS SLEEPING LIKE SWEDISH ROYALTY.

“WHEN WE LAUNCHED VIVIDUS, WE NEVER INTENDED FOR IT TO BE A BED THAT STOPS EVOLVING.” —jan

ryde

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Ten years ago, Jack Ryde, the late fourth-generation owner of Swedish bed manufacturer Hästens, set out to create the greatest bed in the world. That sweet dream came true with the company’s blue-checked masterpiece: Vividus.

“When we launched Vividus, we never intended for it to be a bed that stops evolving,” says Jan Ryde, Jack’s son and Hästens’ current owner and executive chairman. This fall, the company re-launches its flagship bed, whose construction requires 320 hours of work from four certified craftsmen focused on every detail, from the northern Swedish redwood frame to the hand-sewn layers of

horsehair, cotton, and wool in the customized bodycontouring mattress. The piece is quite literally fit for a king—Hästens was appointed Purveyor to H.M. the King of Sweden in 1952 and has served as official supplier to the Swedish Royal Court ever since—and carries a stately $140,000 price tag.

For many, though, getting the world’s greatest sleep every night is worth the price. “My first night in the new Vividus was like rediscovering sleep, which was profound even for me—someone who has grown up with Hästens in my DNA,” says Ryde. “It’s the finest bed we’ve ever made.”

232 W. 18th St., 212-7060509; hastens.com

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SPACE ’HOOD Hidden gems: Surrounded by greenery, Circa Central Park is one of the residential cornerstones of the little known neighborhood Manhattan Valley. below: Arresting views wrap around this living room at One Morningside Park.

CHICS AND VALLEYS

Manhattan Valley is a secret enclave of the Upper West Side. Mention it by name and even seasoned New Yorkers might struggle to find it on a map.

Yet this historic neighborhood just south of Morningside Heights rimming Central Park’s northwestern reaches has been re-energized by a swathe of new residents.

One newcomer is Sean Rawlinson, whose casual Italian spot, Macchina (2758 Broadway; 212-2039954; macchina.nyc), leans heavily on a custom-built wood-fire oven and offers inventive flourishes like a dirty martini swirled with toasted olive juice.

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there more years ago than I want to mention,” he says—but the buzzy neighborhood prompted his return. “We see the same people four times a week, which is what I wanted,” he explains, describing the raw industrial feel of his 60-seat place as “stylistically more downtown.” The lure, he explains, is the area’s housing stock, which consists largely of roomy two- and three-bedroom homes, which are ideal for young families keen to remain in the city.

Similar to nearby Harlem, some of the area’s apartments are carved out from brownstones and townhouses that date back to the earliest maps of the

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The wood-fire oven at Macchina makes for perfect pizza prep. left: The airy courtyard at Circa Central Park.

city. Other incomers here have opted for Manhattan Valley’s new developments, all expressly configured for that same clientele: There’s family-friendly, luxury living at One Morningside Park (321 W. 110th St., 212-8663210; onemorningsidepark. com) or Circa Central Park (285 W. 110th St., 212-2800285; circacentralpark.com), which hugs the roundabout at 110th Street and Frederick Douglass Boulevard. The latter, a 38-unit new build, features standard high-end amenities, like a roof terrace and gym. Further south, the Columbus Square complex added more than half a million square feet of retail space, including a muchneeded Whole Foods.

To longtime residents like Anthony Kurutz, Manhattan Valley’s rebirth is welcome largely because the area’s vibe has been preserved.

“Certainly there have been some new buildings, some nicer restaurants, but the fabric of the neighborhood is intact, and that’s the charm

of it to me,” he says. Now a full-time coffee roaster, Kurutz opened a café here two years ago: Plowshares (2730 Broadway; 212-2220280; plowsharescoffee.com), with its Chemex pour-over coffeemakers and Nitro cold brew, is a java-nerd mecca and de facto clubhouse.

Another local, 34-year-old Richie Schatz, spent his teenage years living nearby.

He and his father, Alan, moved their family business, Schatzie the Butcher (2665 Broadway; 212-4101555; schatziethebutcher. com), here 18 months ago.

“In other neighborhoods, you see a block of banks, but here they want small businesses to succeed, and people are more laid-back,” Richie explains. They’ve expanded with an on-site burger joint, where you can pick a slab of meat and have it ground to order and served in less than 10 minutes. A contemporary take on a classic, it’s the perfect metaphor, and meal, for Manhattan Valley.

Plowshares does the essential work of keeping the ’hood caffeinated.

“CERTAINLY THERE HAVE BEEN SOME NEW BUILDINGS, SOME NICER RESTAURANTS, BUT THE FABRIC OF THE NEIGHBORHOOD IS INTACT.” —anthony kurutz

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SPACE: THE GUIDE GOTHAM’S INN-SIDE TRACK TO HAUTE HOTELS AND BEAUTIFUL LIVING IN NYC

FIDI/TRIBECA THE GREENWICH HOTEL Robert De Niro’s countrystyle hotel features a Shibui Spa and buzzy dining spot Locanda Verde. 377 Greenwich St., 212-941-8900; thegreenwichhotel.com

SMYTH Loft-style rooms, Kiehl’s products, and terry-cloth robes fill this boutique hotel.

85 W. Broadway, 212-5877000; thompsonhotels.com

LES/EAST VILLAGE THE BOWERY HOTEL An industrial-like building disguises kitschy interiors.

335 Bowery, 212-505-9100; theboweryhotel.com

CROSBY STREET HOTEL Each of the 86 rooms is luxuriously appointed and distinctly different. 79 Crosby St., 212-226-6400; firmdalehotels.com

HOTEL INDIGO, LES Subway graffiti and the music scene of the CBGB

era inspired the look of this hot spot. 171 Ludlow St., 212-237-1776; ihg.com

THE JAMES True to its hip locale, The James features a stylish rooftop bar, an in-house art curator, and a David Burke restaurant. 27 Grand St., 212465-2000; jameshotels.com

MEATPACKING DISTRICT/ CHELSEA DREAM DOWNTOWN This after-hours spot is known for its glass-ceilinged lobby lounge that looks into a swimming pool above. 355 W. 16th St., 212-229-2559; dreamhotels.com

THE HIGH LINE HOTEL The rooms in this converted 1865 dormitory feature quirky details like terrariums and rotary phones from the ’30s. 180 10th Ave., 212-929-3888; thehighlinehotel.com

GRAMERCY/ FLATIRON GRAMERCY PARK HOTEL This retro-chic spot offers

celeb sightings, high-end amenities, and access to the city’s only private park.

2 Lexington Ave., 212-920-3300; gramercyparkhotel.com

MIDTOWN THE KIMBERLY HOTEL Opt for The Kimberly if you’re looking for a homey yet luxe stay—most rooms are spacious suites that include a kitchenette. 145 E. 50th St., 212-702-1600; kimberlyhotel.com

THE LONDON Inspired interiors from renowned designer David Collins are among the many draws of this hotel, a stone’s throw from Carnegie Hall and MoMA. 151 W. 54th St., 212-3075000; thelondonnyc.com

PARK HYATT Hyatt’s flagship hotel is housed in the first 25 floors of the iconic One57 condo tower at the heart of “billionaire’s row.” 153 W. 57th St., 646-774-1234; newyork.park.hyatt.com

THE PENINSULA This classically luxurious hotel comes with all the

EXTRA, EXTRAS! It’s all about amenities at The Chamberlain at 269 West 87th Street. Richard Steinberg and his team from Douglas Elliman have been in high-gear working on this property, and all the hard work has paid off with one of the most extras-packed buildings on the Upper West Side. “Buyers are still amenity-driven—they’re just looking for more than the gym,” says Steinberg.

“For this property, what we have is a sports club that converts to a screening room, a garden courtyard, and a two-tier library!” 269 W. 87th St., 212-496-8269; thechamberlainnyc.com

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amenities needed for a business traveler. 700 Fifth Ave., 212-956-2888; newyork.peninsula.com

THE PLAZA HOTEL The Plaza remains a beacon of old-wealth New York, with French-style rooms, private terraces, and butler service.

768 Fifth Ave., 212-7593000; fairmont.com

THE RITZ-CARLTON, CENTRAL PARK A short walk to Museum Mile, this townhouse-like hotel has views of Central Park. 50 Central Park South, 212-3089100; ritzcarlton.com

ROW Located a block from Times Square, Row is ideal for travelers looking for modern, well-designed rooms. 700 Eighth Ave., 888-352-3650; rownyc.com

THE ST. REGIS

Bemelmans Bar, famous for its Ludwig Bemelmans murals and 24k gold-leaf-covered ceiling. 35 E. 76th St., 212-744-1600; rosewoodhotels.com

THE MARK HOTEL This boutique hotel is all about one-of-a-kind perks: 24-hour access to Bergdorf Goodman, personal training with Dan Flores, and room service from none other than Jean-Georges Vongerichten.

25 E. 77th St., 212-744-4300; themarkhotel.com

THE PIERRE This New York landmark offers white-glove service and rooms that feel like private residences. 2 E. 61st St., 212-838-8000; tajhotels.com

HOTEL PLAZA ATHENÉE

This NYC institution is known for unrivaled service, a luxe Remède Spa, and the storied King Cole Bar. 2 E. 55th St., 212-753-4500; stregisnewyork.com

Suites have a distinct residential feel at this charming hotel that sits along a townhouse-lined street. 37 E. 64th St., 212-606-4600; plaza-athenee.com

SANCTUARY HOTEL

THE SURREY

This centrally located hotel adjacent to Times Square boasts European-style hospitality and stylish furnishings. 132 W. 47th St., 212-234-7000; sanctuaryhotelnyc.com

A restaurant from chef Daniel Boulud, a world-class Cornelia Spa, and an impressive art collection highlight this Beaux Arts-style spot. 20 E. 76th St., 212-288-3700; thesurrey.com

VICEROY

UPPER WEST SIDE

All the rooms harken to cabins on a luxury ocean liner, but opt for a Viceroy Park View Room and its green vistas. 120 W. 57th St., 212-830-8000; viceroyhotelsandresorts.com

UPPER EAST SIDE

THE LUCERNE HOTEL Central Park, Hayden Planetarium, and the American Museum of Natural History are just two blocks from this classically restored landmark building. 201 W. 79th St., 212-875-1000; thelucernehotel.com

THE CARLYLE

MANDARIN ORIENTAL

For a classic New York moment, head to

This Forbes five-star hotel at

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BED IN THE CLOUDS Once the tallest in the world, the Woolworth Building still represents New York’s spirit of ambition through some of the jazziest architecture that can be found in the city today. The Woolworth Tower Residences are an extension of that beauty: The 33 condos, lofted 370 feet in the sky, offer some of Gotham’s best views coupled with the swanky designs of architect Thierry Despont. The structure is topped with a jawdropping seven-story penthouse called The Pinnacle.

2 Park Pl., 212-418-1222; thewoolworthtower.com

the Time Warner Center includes a 35th-floor lobby overlooking Central Park and a 14,500-square-foot spa with views of the Hudson River. 80 Columbus Circle, 212-805-8800; mandarinoriental.com

HOME DÉCOR ABC CARPET & HOME Outfit your entire home, starting with a concrete coffee table from Maòli and ending with a deck of tarot cards.

888 Broadway, 212-473-3000; abchome.com

ALESSI The legendary Italian kitchenware maker’s Stateside flagship houses seasonal collections of well-crafted home goods in every category.

130 Greene St., 212-941-7300; alessi.com

BUNNY WILLIAMS HOME The design icon’s showroom mixes her own designs with personal finds from her travels. 232 E. 59th St., Third Floor, 212-935-5930; bunnywilliamshome.com

CANVAS HOME Canvas Home takes a handmade approach to home décor, with a focus on

simplicity and sustainability.

123 W. 17th St., 212-372-7706; canvashomestore.com

COMING SOON This Orchard Street boutique is stocked with artsy housewares and vintage furniture inspired by its locale’s emerging arts scene. 37 Orchard St., 212-226-4548; comingsoonnewyork.com

0990; jensen-lewis.com

JOHN DERIAN COMPANY Housewares designer John Derian loves anything French and vintage, and this comes through in carefully sourced items in his East Village nook.

10 E. 2nd St., 212-677-8408; johnderian.com

THE FUTURE PERFECT

MADELINE WEINRIB ATELIER

This hip home store offers upbeat, of-the-moment wares by independent artists. 55 Great Jones St., 212-473-2500; thefutureperfect.com

The designer draws from her global travels to reinterpret classic design. 888 Broadway, 646-602-3780; madelineweinrib.com

HOMENATURE

THE PRIMARY ESSENTIALS

Having operated out of the Hamptons for over 20 years, this beachy-keen shop has brought its crisp and clean designs to NYC. 7 W. 18th St., 212-675-4663; homenature.com

HOME OF THE BRAVE The team behind Williamsburg clothing boutique Wolves Within launched this shop as a home extension of its boho-chic sensibility. 146 Franklin St., 347-384-2776; homeofthebravenyc.com

JENSEN LEWIS FURNITURE Shop this sprawling showroom in Chelsea with a slant toward European designers and mid-century modern. 969 Third Ave., 212-434-

This nondescript Brooklyn shop is a go-to for independent designers looking for eclectic, one-of-a-kind finds. 372 Atlantic Ave., 718-522-1804; theprimaryessentials.com

RH MODERN The masters of retro-classic chic at Restoration Hardware have launched a stylish contemporary collection. 935 Broadway, 212-260-9479; restorationhardware.com

ZAK + FOX Kit Kemp and Mark Cunningham are just two of the big-name designers who have sought out Zak Profera’s textiles. 134 W. 26th St., Ste. 400, 212-924- 0199; zakandfox.com

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SMEG SJF 1 SLOW JUICER The SMEG SJF01 slow juicer is for those who live healthy lifestyles, and those who love to drink high-quality fruit and vegetable juices. Thanks to a slow cold juicing method that doesn’t use blades, but a slow and powerful rotating squeezing system that preserves fruit and vegetable nutritional properties, it does not cut, crumble, blend, or oxidize the ingredients.

This process allows for the most naturally-textured and flavored, as well as most nutritious, juice possible.

Available in four colors (black, cream, pastel blue, and red) in SMEG’s distinct retro ‘50s styling.

For more information, visit www.smegusa.com.

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It’s critical that all of us recycle properly. In fact, did you know recycling right is the #1 thing we can do to help the environment and the economy? But let’s face it, it’s not always easy to know what items go in which bin.

That's why there is now a national movement to begin displaying standardized labels on bins ... to help people recycle more and help people recycle right. The standardized labels are proving to increase recycling levels by 50-100% and to help people recycle right!

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SELF REJUVENATE!

SAVING FACE

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A GROUNDBREAKING NEW TREATMENT MAKES THE DREADED DOUBLE CHIN A THING OF THE PAST. BY BETSY F. PERRY

A recent survey by the American Society for Dermatological Surgery revealed that nearly 67 percent of us are as bothered by double chins as we are by lines and wrinkles around the eyes. But while there are several options for smoothing out the crinkles, a quick fix for a shimmying chin has always proved elusive—until now.

Beauty-minded pharma company Kythera Biopharmaceuticals has debuted Kybella, the first and only FDA-approved injectable treatment for that under-the-chin wobble—or, in medical terms, submental fat. Utilizing precise injections of deoxycholic acid to destroy fat cells, Kybella, which enjoyed phenomenal success during clinical trials, has emerged as something of a miracle fix—for the appropriate patients, of course. “The ideal patient is someone who has a little extra fat under the chin,” says Dr. Melissa Doft (Doft Plastic Surgery, 755 Park Ave., 212-600-4109; doftplastic surgery.com), a Manhattan-based plastic surgeon. “Younger patients who have more elastic skin will do better with Kybella than older patients with loose or sagging skin, as the skin of the latter will not bounce back.” “[Kybella] is not ideal if you have a lot of fat under your chin or if you have excess skin,” adds Doft. “It will not lead to tightening of the skin. Most patients require one to three treatments with one month apart.” Whatever it takes to unearth your true face… Treatment programs can range from $1,300 to $7,200; mykybella.com

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SELF BOOK IT! Fitness 2.0: In New York, it’s never too early (or too late!) to amp up your fitness routine. RIGHT: Adam Levine, Hugh Jackman, and a gaggle of Victoria’s Secret Angels are known to frequent trendy Tribeca gym The Dogpound.

There’s a reason Tone House’s classes have been touted as the most difficult in the city. Each boot camp-style session includes toning, strengthening, and cardio-pumping set to bumping beats in a room dimly lit with red bulbs. 32 E. 31st St., 646-453-6633; tonehousenewyork.com

LEAN NY MACHINES

BAD TO THE BONE

THIS WINTER, PREP FOR THE SUMMER AHEAD WITH THE CITY’S BUZZIEST NEW WORKOUTS.

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MEET YOUR MATCHA With its hangover-curing, skinclearing, energizing abilities, matcha might be your greatest companion this season.

Enter Panatea, a special new blend from New York-based husband-and-wife team Jessica

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Lloyd and David Mandelbaum.

Using handpicked, steamed, dried, and granite-ground pure Japanese leaves, the couple has created instant, single-serve packets that are perfect for sipping on the go. panatea.com

Katelin Sisson and Heather Lilleston, the rad duo behind Yoga for Bad People, offer yoga and wellness retreats—but you can also take their athletic,

Vinyasa-style classes right here in the city at Bandier’s Studio B. 164 Fifth Ave., 917-408-6617; yogaforbadpeople.com FIT CLUB

In less than a year, The Dogpound has become New York’s trendiest gym, thanks to a stunning squad of top-model devotees, including Martha Hunt and Sara Sampaio. Private training, boxing, or group training with the gym’s “top dogs” will have you feeling runway ready, too!

1 Renwick St., 646-6206533; thedogpound.com

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Old Westbury, NY – Spring Hill at Old Westbury: For the Custom Home Buyer In the heart of the Gold Coast, a secluded 160-acre gated residential community protects 12 available luxury lots defined by century old pines, giant copper beeches and rolling lawns. Crafted and built by Kean Development, which is nationally recognized as a premier luxury designer, builder and landscape designer. Presented by Daniel Gale Sotheby’s International Realty, these lots of at least 5 acres offer a private lavish retreat, tucked away yet conveniently located. Roslyn SD #3 and East Williston SD #2. MLS# 2869052.

Land prices starting at $1,999,000.

Lois Kirschenbaum, 516.484.1800 ext.229, c.516.526.7425

Dix Hills, NY – Magnificent Colonial

Manhasset, NY – Flower Hill

Nassau Point, NY – Nantucket-style

Oyster Bay Cove, NY

HHH SD #5. MLS# 2891029. $2,250,000.

Maria Boccard, 631.427.6600 ext.361 c.631.834.5713

SD #6. MLS# 2891953. $3,850,000.

Catherine Matteo, 516.627.4440 ext.243 c.516.313.4466

SD #9. MLS# 2881585.$2,599,000.

Cheryl Schneider, 631.298.4130 c.631.766.2598

SD #6. MLS# 2872087. $1,895,000.

Christina F. Porter, 516.759.4800 ext.142 Geraldine K. Spink, 516.759.4800 ext.155

Rockville Centre, NY – Old World Charm

Roslyn, NY – Center Hall Colonial

Roslyn Harbor, NY

Southampton, NY – Turn-key Privacy

SD #21. MLS# 2883352. $1,498,000.

Scott Wallace, 516.678.1510, c.516.521.4065 Ann Turner, 516.678.1510, c.516.375.7749

SD #3. MLS# 2878112. $1,229,000.

Irene Gringuz, 516.677.0030 ext.324 c.917.335.3950

SD #1. MLS# 2881070. $2,349,000.

Damian Ross, 516.759.6822 ext.113 Eileen Heimer, 516.674.2000 ext.222

SD #13. MLS# 2888035. $1,299,000.

Cheryl Schneider, 631.298.4130 Linda Donnelly, 516.678.1510

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SELF: THE GUIDE GET FIT AND BEAUTIFUL AT NEW YORK’S FABBEST STUDIOS AND SPAS!

SPA & BEAUTY BEAUTY RX Concocted by esteemed dermatologist Dr. Neal Schultz, the wide-ranging collection includes an at-home glycolic peel kit, available at his eponymous UES clinic. 1130 Park Ave., 212-369-2966; beautyrx.com

CAUDALIE Busy New Yorkers needn’t fret: The Express Facial, a 30-minute, radiance-boosting treatment, is exclusive to the West Village boutique. 315 Bleecker St., 212-308-3552; us.caudalie.com

FOUR SEASONS NEW YORK DOWNTOWN The spa at this new luxury hotel blends high-tech treatments with natural ingredients to create a rejuvenating experience. 27 Barclay St., 844-246-1097; fourseasons.com/ newyorkdowntown/spa

DR. STEPHEN GREENBERG An expert in the field, Dr. Greenberg is hailed as one of the finest plastic surgeons to make any client’s dreams a reality.

461 Park Ave. South, 212-319-4999, greenberg cosmeticsurgery.com

JOEY HEALY EYEBROW STUDIO Get your brows pampered or stock up on the latest grooming products at the celebrity guru’s new Greenwich Village studio. 51 University Pl., 212-477-2444; joeyhealy.com

MOROCCANOIL The argan-based beauty brand—which has ventured into skincare with extensive body and sun care lines— recently released a Texture

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Collection for hair. BeSu Salon & Day Spa, 234 Third Ave., 212-420-6565; moroccanoil.com

NATURA BISSÉ The Barcelona-born brand offers decadent treatments like the popular Diamond Rose Red Carpet Facial at the Julien Farel Restore Salon & Spa. 540 Park Ave., 212-8888988; julienfarel.com

NATUROPATHICA CHELSEA Sample from an array of herbal tonics and elixirs at the center’s Vitality Bar. 127 W. 26st St., 646-979-3960; naturopathica.com

THE RED DOOR SALON & SPA This cornerstone of Manhattan luxury spas offers everything from facial cosmetic treatments and hair therapy to a wide array of massages. 663 Fifth Ave., 212-564-0200; thereddoor.com

SISLEY The brand’s West Village boutique offers a number of anti-aging spa treatments in a private back room. 343 Bleecker St., 212-645-1013; sisley-paris.com

SKINCEUTICALS Choose from the brand’s exclusive treatment menu at Dr. Julie Russak’s office, or try the new anti-aging moisturizer Triple Lipid Restore 2:4:2. 115 E. 57th St., Ste. 1220, 646-873-7546; russakdermatology.com

SPA DE LA MER This spa features biofermentation procedures to revitalize the whole body.

28 W. 53rd St., baccarathotels.com/ spa-de-la-mer

SPA VALMONT Relax in one of the four

Asian-themed private suites, and indulge in the Elixir des Glaciers Ultimate Treatment, a two-hour body treatment and facial. 37 E. 64th St., 212-6064675; plaza-athenee.com

DR. MATTHEW WHITE Trained at Harvard, Dr. White has become one of the best facial plastic surgeons in the New York area. 800 Fifth Ave., 646-568-9115; drmatthewwhite.com

FITNESS FHITTING ROOM The boutique fitness studio, which specializes in under-an-hour, highintensity workouts, has locations on the UES and in Flatiron. 31 W. 19th St., 646-850-0469; fhittingroom.com

SLT Strengthen, lengthen, tone—that’s the mantra at this line of fitness studios across the city. Various locations, 212-226-7814; sltnyc.com

SOULCYCLE The best cycling classes throughout the city, especially any class with Julie D, Akin, or Tomas.

Various locations; soul-cycle.com

STUDIO B BY BANDIER This contemporary fitness studio blends music, fashion, and fitness in the perfect combination. 164 Fifth Ave., 917-408-4617; bandier.com/studio-b

YOGA FOR BAD PEOPLE These retreats are the perfect way to stretch out and relax while still staying fit. Various locations; yogaforbadpeople.com

GONNA MAKE YOU SWEAT! Leah Landon has created the hottest—and healthiest—festival on the music scene. by lauren epstein After a successful stint in the music industry helping to launch Lady Gaga to superstardom and managing hip-hop artists like Eve and Fat Joe, Leah Landon was at a crossroads. “I was searching for my own inner peace and sense of well-being,” she says. “I felt very imbalanced in that industry.”

What came next was a string of wellnessbased endeavors (including becoming a yoga, spin, and Pilates instructor, health coach, and licensed clinician) that culminated in a part-time job making smoothies behind the counter at Juice Press.

“I took the job just to get in,” Landon explains. “My job as a manager was to spot talent. I knew something big was happening in that market.”

Now the vice president of brand experience at Juice Press, Landon has merged her passions to create the Music & Fitness Festival: Sweat. She kicked off the concept in summer 2015 with Southampton Sweat, where participants got to work out with trainers from buzzy New York fitness studios to beats provided by Republic Records, one of three festival partners (the other two are activewear brand Bandier and, of course, Juice Press).

Santa Monica Sweat and South Beach Sweat are both due in 2017.

“I hope to expand to all cities and really bring the concept to a national level,” Landon says. “We only support positive things in people’s lives: wellness, fitness, music, energy, connection. It’s a beautiful thing.”

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EXHIBITION OPENS NOVEMBER 18, 2016

EXHIBITION OPENS NOVEMBER 18, 2016

ONLY IN NEW YORK WOULD A TIFFANY SHOVEL BE USED TO BREAK GROUND FOR THE SUBWAY.

ONLY IN NEW YORK WOULD THIS BE CONSIDERED A TRAVEL GUIDE.

A 1900 sterling silver Tiffany shovel—just one of the many objects whose story comes to life in the first-ever exhibition on NYC’s past, present, and future.

A 1975 pamphlet for public safety in New York—just one of the many objects whose story comes to life in the first-ever exhibition on NYC’s past, present, and future.

Fifth Avenue at 103rd Street | mcny.org | #onlyinny New York at Its Core Opening Presented by Shovel, Museum of the City of New York, gift of Mrs. William Van Wyck, 54.373.

Fifth Avenue at 103rd Street | mcny.org | #onlyinny New York at Its Core Opening Presented by 1975 pamphlet, courtesy The Jack Bigel Collection, Newman Library, Baruch College.

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THIS JUST IN! WE GIVE OUR FAIR AND BALANCED TAKE ON THE ’HOODS THAT CNN’S ANDERSON COOPER (THE VILLAGE) AND DON LEMON (CENTRAL HARLEM) CALL HOME.

BY OUSSAMA ZAHR & TIM LATTERNER

Anderson Cooper

Celebs and established fortysomethings in search of brownstones.

A century-old firehouse rebuilt into the ultimate townhome—yes, he kept the brass firepole.

Sunshine Juice from Ellary’s Greens—after hosting the second debate, anyone would welcome a little detox.

A/C train from West Fourth Street—or, you know, a limo (for when it rains!).

Off air he lives in snug T-shirts and APC jeans—and the women and gay men of New York thank him for it.

Seth Meyers recently bought a duplex around the corner, and started getting more political on Late Night—must be that West Village air.

The Spanish speakeasy La Esquina (SHOWN) in the East Village is just one block from boyfriend Benjamin Maisani’s Communist-themed gay bar, Eastern Bloc.

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VS THE CROWD

THE PAD

10027 Celebs and established thirtysomethings in search of brownstones.

He liked his first condo unit so much he bought the one next door—for a total of more than 2,200 square feet.

PICK ME UP

A latte from Lenox Coffee helps him keep his wits about him when the spin doctors are in.

MORNING COMMUTE

2/3 train from 125th Street

STYLE

NEIGHBORS

FAVORITE EATS

The bold newsman is unafraid of chunky glasses, colorful scarves, and the occasional on-air gaffe.

We imagine that the hottest invite in the ’hood is game night at Neil Patrick Harris and David Burtka’s newly renovated townhouse.

Lemon is known to tweet his escargot and Sunday brunch at Maison Harlem—stars, they’re just like us!

PHOTOGRAPHY BY TAYLOR HILL/FILMMAGIC (COOPER); JASONLINGO/GETTY IMAGES (WASHINGTON SQUARE); JOHN DEFEO/GETTY IMAGES (SUBWAY); JAMIE MCCARTHY/WIREIMAGE (LEMON); GERMAN SANTIAGO (COFFEE); SCOTT DUNN/GETTY IMAGES (HARLEM); JONATHAN BURCH (DISH)

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Breguet, the innovator.

Type XXII 10Hz, high-frequency chronograph A contemporary interpretation of the legendary Type XX supplied in 1960 to the French Naval Air Force, the Type XXII is the first series-produced mechanical chronograph to feature a regulating mechanism that oscillates at a frequency of 10 Hz, enabling measurements to 1/20 th of a second. This major technical innovation is made possible by the physical properties of silicon and the lighter weight of the escapement components, considerably enhancing the watch’s regulating performance. History is still being written...