Philadelphia Style - 2016 - Issue 6 - Winter - Christie Brinkley

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LOST AND FOUND BROTHERLY LOST BLOGGER BEN WONG MINES PHILLY’S FORGOTTEN NEIGHBORHOODS FOR HIS VIBRANT VISUALS.

Temple University-taught cameraman Ben Wong would rather photograph a dilapidated warehouse than Dilworth Park any day. With an audience of over 15k on his Instagram, @BrotherlyLost, Wong’s brand is urban living served straight-up: an abandoned cathedral at

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dusk, an unremarkable corner laundromat, a dimly lit SEPTA platform.

“I always aim to show that the city has more to offer aesthetically than statues and cobblestone,” he says. Through capturing Philadelphia’s underbelly on his dual blog and Instagram, Wong found

that his weekend passion project, started in 2014, really resonated with city residents. “I tend to wander around the more offbeat neighborhoods, areas more familiar to locals,” says Wong. “I’ve always had a thing for the grittier parts of the city—I definitely have an eye for

the unusual.” Wong says he accumulated several years’ worth of photos while studying film at Temple, during which time many of his travels led him and his camera to North Philly. Lately, Wong is zooming in on other themes, like live music and portraits, but

the city as subject matter remains his wide-angle focus. “I’m attracted to small pockets throughout Philly that contrast nature and urban life,” he says.

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Destination unknown: Escada’s resort collection pairs luxe knits with chic beach hues for an enviable vacation wardrobe.

32 // LETTER FROM THE EDITOR-IN-CHIEF 34 // LETTER FROM THE PUBLISHER

SCENE 63 // ’TIS THE SEASON Turn up the cheer through the New Year with holiday happenings for the whole family.

36 // …WITHOUT WHOM THIS ISSUE WOULD NOT HAVE BEEN POSSIBLE

66 // IN THE HOUSE

38 // THE LIST

68 // NEW FRONTIER

41 // INVITED

Chef Sylva Senat is ready to roll out the welcome mat at Maison 208.

Cirque Éloize kicks the Merriam Theater’s saloon doors open with a new acro-tastic ode to the Wild West.

70 // MONEY HONEY On the heels of her newest film, Main Line native Sarah Megan Thomas tunes into a new TV project.

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72 // SWEEPS OF COLOR American art has a serious moment at two new exhibitions.

80 // SPECIAL DELIVERIES Philly’s hottest lifestyle lifesavers are just a quick click away.

74 // CHAMPAGNE WISHES Toast to 2017 long after the ball has dropped at these top-notch kitchens.

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76 // TEXTUAL HEALING Wordy street artist Aubrie Costello spins her silky yarns across Philadelphia.

Escada folds four decades of heritage into a modern resort collection that shimmers in shades of water, sun, and sand.

78 // WINNING PAIR

86 // EAU, WOW!

With their first single a certifiable hit, the Eagles’ Brent Celek and his R&B protégé, Guordan Banks, tackle some (not so) tough questions.

88 // CRUNCH TIME

83 // UNDER THE SURFACE

Ellen Shepp raids the fragrance counter at Joan Shepp for the season’s signature scents.

Get the skinny on Philly’s hottest new studios to work up a sweat.

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90 // TEE TIME! West Chester native Anthony Thomas Melillo takes athleisure to the next level with his anythingbut-basic label, ATM.

92 // DRESS CODE David Schwartz, of Rittenhouse stalwart Sophy Curson, scours the decades-old racks for this season’s It gowns.

94 // MAGIC SLIPPERS Alana Oates puts her best foot forward with chic shoe label Llani.

96 // IN WITH THE NEW! Tie a ribbon around the gift-worthy designer finds at these haute new boutiques.

98 // SAVING FACE A groundbreaking new treatment makes the dreaded double chin a thing of the past.

100 // 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.

102 // MAKE AN IMPACT

FEATURES 110 // ON THE BRINK With her beauty business booming and a new brand of bubbly hitting Philly for the holidays, actress, activist, and supermodel Christie Brinkley is trying on a new role for size: superhero.

114 // INSTA-PHILLY! Hit the “like” button for Philly’s new generation of social media stars.

120 // ENCHANTED ROMANCE The latest fine jewelry collections set a bewitching scene of shimmery flora and fauna.

MAIN LINE STYLE 133 // INTO THE WOODS Fountains, florals, and holiday finery light up the night at Longwood Gardens.

134 // VILLAGE PEOPLE We chart the top bites, boutiques, and beauty finds at the new Bryn Mawr Village.

This season’s hottest beauty collections are inspired by the mystery of fashion, travel, and friendship.

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138 // KITCHEN (NOT SO) CONFIDENTIAL For Scott Simmers, the grass is looking greener at Jasper’s Backyard.

142 // DIVE IN! Suburban sushi stalwart Bluefin makes waves with Bala’s new B2.

SPACE 147 // KING LOUIS

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With its iconic vintage monogrammed trunks in tow, Louis Vuitton settles into a designminded new boutique.

148 // NEW KINGS ON THE BLOCK More shops, restaurants, and homes hit King of Prussia while work is underway on the hotly-anticipated W Hotel.

152 // COMFORT ZONE For sophisticated seasonal décor, Ani Semerjian says a little glitz goes a long way.

154 // TWENTY EIGHT IS ENOUGH

156 // CLASSIC ELEGANCE From a spiral staircase to a secret garden, this Society Hill home is a solid brick gem of a find.

160 // CALIFORNICATION Wondering how to channel West Coast cool in the winter? Just slip behind the wheel of Ferrari’s latest ride.

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THE GUIDE 162 // INTERIOR MOTIVES Transform your home décor with the help of these design professionals.

168 // BEAUTY AND THE BEAT From blowout bars to Swedish massages, make an appointment at these top Philadelphia salons and spas.

175 // SILVER SPOONS Philly’s eclectic restaurant scene is home to five-star fine dining, New American newcomers, and plenty of pasta.

MOMENT OF TRUTH 184 // UPSTANDING CITIZEN! Still going strong after 35 years behind the mic at WMMR, Pierre Robert talks about the fortune teller’s tale that came true, and going live at Live Aid.

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LETTER FROM THE EDITOR-IN-CHIEF

Think back to the best gift you ever received for the holidays.

Mine was the 1979 Barbie Dreamhouse. It was a two-story A-frame with a white Juliet balcony and overflowing flower boxes. Barbie occupied this roomy estate in my finished basement for five years while running a successful McDonald’s franchise next door and moonlighting as an aerobics instructor.

How times have changed: The gifts that I dream about under the tree now come in much, much smaller boxes. In this issue’s “Enchanted Romance” feature, the season’s most dramatic gems shine brightly against the lush linings of vintage jewelry boxes. For further gifting inspiration, we count down a long list of major store openings (Rag & Bone! Anthropologie & Co.! Kirna Zabête!) to add to your retail rounds.

I’m especially excited about this issue’s “Insta-Philly” feature, in which we crown five local influencers as the kings and queens of the city’s social media scene. Like their tens of thousands of followers, I’ve been happily scouring their feeds for my daily fix of visual eye candy for years. So have major companies hoping to tap into their influential audiences: More than a few of our ’grammers have scored lucrative partnerships and collaborations from their pastimes-turned-professions.

There are other follow-worthy people in this issue, from the Eagles’ Brent Celek and his music protégé Guordan Banks to actress Sarah Megan Thomas.

Not to be outdone, the utterly ageless Christie Brinkley graces the cover of our final issue of 2016. The flaxen-haired model, whose latest ventures include

skincare and organic spirits, has found a whole new fanbase through social media, with more than 200k followers charting her every supermodel move—not to mention that famous smile.

It’s been another busy year here at Philadelphia Style, now my seventh with the magazine.

Since it’s an anniversary associated with such a famously lucky number, I can say that, holidays or not, working here truly is a gift that keeps on giving. I hope you receive your own favorite gift this year. Cheers to 2017!

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Philadelphia Style Men’s Issue cover star Leslie Odom Jr. made a guest appearance for a preview screening of the new Hamilton documentary.

It’s hard to believe we are already distributing our last edition of 2016.

By far, this year has been an impactful one for Philadelphia, and it is surely ending on a high note.

As 2016 nears its end, I can’t help but look back at what a stellar year it was. The Democratic National Convention was held at the Wells Fargo Center and, once again, all eyes were on Philadelphia. Next year, the NFL Draft will be hosted here, and at the end of January, the Academy Ball will celebrate its 160th year with an evening of music and dining to support the Academy of Music Restoration Fund.

Just in time for the holiday shopping season, King of Prussia Mall debuted its gorgeous new expansion, securing its spot as the second-largest mall in America.

The corridor features the likes of Jimmy Choo, Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams, Stuart Weitzman,

and more. Just steps away, the King of Prussia Town Center opened and welcomed Davio’s Steakhouse, Nordstrom Rack, and Ulta Beauty. Center City has also seen retail expansion, with the opening of Rag & Bone and Under Armour.

In the new year, we look forward to continuing the upward rise of our great city. From real estate developments to store openings, I have no doubt that 2017 will be as great a year as 2016, and I look forward to sharing it with all of you.

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George Polgar is a 35-year veteran of the national motor press, reporting weekly on the auto industry and product news on CBS KYW News Radio. When not taking spur-of-the-moment test drive road trips to Maine for lobster and following new car intros around the world, Polgar is an avid sailor, and live music fan.

In this issue, he takes a spin in the new Ferrari California T.

Sarah Jordan is a National Magazine Awardnominated writer who lives in Philadelphia. She has written extensively on fashion, style, and the arts for national and regional magazines and news‚papers. She is the author of four books. For this issue of Philadelphia Style, Jordan interviewed up-and-coming shoe designer Alana Oates.

Favorite Philly drive: I love driving the old back roads of the Main Line and around the Brandywine Valley that were probably originally horse and buggy trails.

They’re a lot of fun with 400 horses under the hood of a low-slung carbon fiber, aluminum, and glass super car.

Favorite part about the Ferrari California T: The Ferrari California is the Gucci loafer of super cars. Looks stylish, well made, and equally comfy for black tie and no-socks activities.

Style cues worth copying from Oates: I loved how Alana is committed to elegance even around the house.

Just because you’re at home doesn’t mean you should be any less chic.

Outfit she would pair with a Llani shoe: Her shoes are versatile. I would wear a pair with a black tuxedo blazer and cigarette pants or my favorite jeans and a white T-shirt. For someone who gravitates to minimalist dressing, I appreciate how her embellished shoes add just the right sparkle to complete an outfit.

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Over the course of her career, Betsy F. Perry has worked with Michael Bloomberg, Rupert Murdoch, Helen Gurley Brown, and Michael Milken. She started at Harper’s Bazaar, has held senior positions at Cosmopolitan and Premiere, and has been on both sides of the camera as a Fox producer, movie critic, and Star Magazine gossip columnist. She wrote this issue’s Style story on Escada’s 2017 resort collection.

JoAnn Greco writes on fascinating people and ideas in design, architecture, urban planning, and the arts from her home in Bella Vista. A frequent contributor to Philadelphia Style, her articles have appeared everywhere from Art & Antiques to The Washington Post. In this edition, Greco explored the winding staircases and secret gardens of one of Philadelphia’s priciest homes currently on the market.

Behind the story: When you sit home wearing sweats, it’s great fun to think about all the pretty clothes you’re writing about. I especially loved the names of colors— Mimosa yellow and Melrose pink—that the designer came up with.

Winter must-have: Gorgeous over-the- knee suede boots.

Best gift ever: My mother gave me an Hermès bag when I was younger, and two years ago I had it all polished up and gave it to my daughter. She loved it, too.

Style tip from the story: My favorite part of this story was discovering the property’s hidden garden and loggia at the back of the home.

Tips for stylish holiday decorating: Think beyond the usual color combo of red and green and try subtle variations like eggplant and teal with hints of silver, or plum and blueberry with gold accents.

Favorite Philly holiday decorations: I’m a sucker for the Macy’s winter wonderland, complete with organ concerts!

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Diane von Furstenberg

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Jennifer Reese

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STARS OF MUSIC AND COMEDY TURN OUT FOR THE ABRAMSON CANCER CENTER’S PHILLY FIGHTS CANCER GALA. Lionel Richie joined Jennifer Hudson and Comedy Central’s Tig Notaro at the Legacy Youth Tennis Organization for round two of Penn Medicine’s Abramson Cancer Center event, the Philly Fights Cancer gala. The party attracted more than 1,300 guests, and raised more than $5 million for translational research and clinical trials.

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INVITED Jennifer and Daniel Stern and Melissa and Charles Bodie

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PHILLY FIGHTS CANCER In October, the Abramson Cancer Center invited guests to join them for Philly Fights Cancer. Guests stepped out in their best dressed for the star-studded gala that was held at The Legacy Youth Tennis Organization.

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Debbie L. Zumoff, Steven J. Grossman, and Jill Talus Grossman

Ellen and Jonathan Cole

Jay and Pam Bown

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PHILADELPHIA FILM FESTIVAL’S 25TH ANNIVERSARY Kathleen Doyle and Gabriella Esser

This year marks the 25th anniversary of the Philadelphia Film Society’s annual Philadelphia Film Festival. The 10-day celebration kicked off with a VIP party at AKA Washington Square, where M. Night Shyamalan was awarded the first-ever Lumière Award. Following the reception, guests were transported to the Prince Theater for a screening of the opening-night film, La La Land. All proceeds benefited the Film Society’s year-round community and educational initiatives.

John and Rachel Paz, Sabrina Tamburino Thorne, and Steve Thorne

Nicole Cashman, Matthew Plourde, and Elana Friedman

Paula Moritz and Jesse Cute

M. Night Shyamalan and Bhavna Vaswani

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Steven Korman and Linda Richardson

Kelly Korman, Billy DiNicole, and Linda Richardson

Sam, Jodi, and Andrew Greenblatt

Dr. Larry Kramer, Dan Neducsin, Linda Yaffe, and Dr. Harold Yaffe

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In September, guests dressed all in white celebrated the grand opening of South Jersey’s Cherry Hill Audi. Attendees enjoyed hors d’oeuvres from Brulée Catering and musical entertainment by 7Textures.

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Natalie Baer, Kerry E. Mulvey, Victor Starr, and Peter Kleiner

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Latifah West, Leah Monye, and Shakira West

Orlando Caquias, Christina Vazquez, and Adrian Jimenez

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Tastemakers flocked to the 57th floor of One Liberty’s Observation Deck for the 23rd Annual Phashion Phest, Fashion from the Top. The evening started with a VIP fashion show and cocktail reception in the rotunda of The Shops at Liberty Place. Philly shopping favorites including Irina Sigal Dressmaker, South Moon Under, Bloomingdale’s, and Lilly Pulitzer showcased their latest looks. Drexel University, Moore College of Art and Design, and The Art Institute of Philadelphia were among the design schools on hand featuring student fashions.

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RADNOR HUNT CONCOURS D’ELEGANCE The Radnor Hunt Concours d’Elegance celebrated its 20th anniversary with a look at featured marque, the Lancia, and the 300SL Mercedes-Benz. In addition, motorcycles and vintage horse-drawn coaches and carriages were on display to illustrate the evolution of transportation. Proceeds from the event benefited Malvern’s Thorncroft Equestrian Center.

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CENTURY 21 COCKTAIL PARTY Fashion fanatics headed to Century 21 department store for a VIP cocktail reception to kick off the fall season. Guests dressed in their best cocktail attire enjoyed butlered lite bites, Tito’s Handmade Vodka and Death’s Door Gin signature cocktails, and a chance to win a vintage designer handbag.

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In September, Bala Cynwyd’s Royal Athena hosted a grand opening celebration for the new luxury apartment complex. Attendees enjoyed a taste of Main Street in Manayunk with bites from Winnie’s LeBus, Smokin’ John’s Barbeque, The Couch Tomato, Sweet Elizabeth’s Cakes, and more.

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The talented team behind LDV Hospitality invited guests to an exclusive VIP cocktail reception and preview of their first Philadelphia restaurant, Scarpetta. The modern-Italian concept, which just opened on Rittenhouse Square, spans two levels and is open for lunch and dinner daily.

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This October, Giovanni & Pileggi toasted to 20 years with a celebratory event at their 12th Street salon.

Guests enjoyed light bites and Champagne as they toured the newly expanded lower level.

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Shopping enthusiasts made their way to the King of Prussia Mall for Evening of Giving, a private shopping event that celebrated the opening of the mall’s new corridor and benefited the Abramson Cancer Center. Bethenny Frankel was on site demonstrating Skinnygirl beverage pairings with signature items from the mall’s newest restaurants. Guests also enjoyed fashion shows, beauty bars, a DJ, and much more.

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’TIS THE SEASON

More than 40,000 people see George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker each year at the Academy of Music.

TURN UP THE CHEER THROUGH THE NEW YEAR WITH HOLIDAY HAPPENINGS FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY.

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It’s called the most wonderful time of the year—but it can also be the most stressful. Let these awesome, thoroughly Philly seasonal events and two of the world’s most adored musicals provide a temporary respite.

PHOTOGRAPHY BY ALEXANDER IZILIAEV (NUTCRACKER); BACHRACH PHOTOGRAPHY (PHILLY POPS)

POPS STARS

The orchestra that serenaded Pope Francis and shared the stage with Andrea Bocelli is gearing up for its holiday performance series.

After 40 years, The Philly Pops are just as popular as ever: Their 10-show run at the Kimmel Center kicks off with the soldout opener Christmas Salute on December 2, and plays through December 18. “We have over 300 musicians participating and a stirring presentation of traditional Christmas songs,” says Michael Krajewski, Pops music director.

This season, the orchestra will be joined by renowned jazz singer Tony Desare. phillypops.org

More than 300 performers take the Kimmel Center stage for The Philly Pops’ annual Christmas show.

FAIRMOUNT FINERY

A tradition dating back 45 years, the historic homes at Fairmount Park offer a stroll through six select addresses, each decked out in seasonal decorations, December 3–17.

Over the first two weekends visitors can explore the homes, all which pre-date the American Revolution, and enjoy special food and music events. “We

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SCENE HOTTEST TICKET Mayara Pineiro in George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker, which marks its 50th anniversary with the Pennsylvania Ballet this season.

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The Pennsylvania Ballet is closing in on a half-century of performing George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker at the Academy of Music. The famed two-act ballet composed by Peter Tchaikovsky is seen by over 40,000 people each season and, this year, runs December 9–31. “It’s the perfect event to round out a winter day,” says Ángel Corella, artistic director for the Pennsylvania Ballet. On

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December 11 and 17, guests can join the Sugar Plum Fairy for tea after the performances. paballet.org FAMILY FAVORITES

Catch a break from the holiday hoopla with two productions known for their classic sing-songy scores: The stage adaptation of The Wizard of Oz runs through January 8 at the Walnut Street Theatre while the farewell tour of Mamma Mia! hits the Merriam December 27– 31. Lizzie Markson, an Allentown native, will play lead character Sophie in Mamma Mia! “Not only do I get to perform this infectiously uplifting show at a beautiful venue,” says Markson, “but also I get to share the experience with my friends and family.” walnutstreettheatre.org; kimmelcenter.org

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are excited for this year’s A Very Philly Christmas because the program includes events at the houses that reflect the diversity and vibrancy of the city,” says Ed Miller, historic houses coordinator at Fairmount Park Conservancy. parkcharms.com

The feel-good musical Mamma Mia! rounds out this season’s many family events.

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SCENE OPENING A veteran of Bravo’s Recipe for Deception and Food Network’s Chopped, chef Sylva Senat will compete on Top Chef this season.

IN THE HOUSE CHEF SYLVA SENAT IS READY TO ROLL OUT THE WELCOME MAT AT MAISON 208.

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menus.” The restaurant’s name hints at French food but Senat says it’s more about the definition of the word: Maison is something closer to an intimate, New American-driven house party, albeit one with a “great wine cave, private dining space, and 66 seats,” he says.

A September 2015 fire slowed Senat’s roll—the incident prompted him to change architects and designs--but he wasn’t deterred from making his maison in the “vivacious” neighborhood of Midtown Village. Cityscape murals will bleed from outside to inside Maison, with a menu that’s “not crazy fine dining, but you know me—I can’t help myself,” he laughs. “Even something casual becomes something elegant when I get my hands on it.” 208 S. 13th St.; maison208.com

THE NAME HINTS AT FRENCH FOOD BUT MAISON IS SOMETHING CLOSER TO AN INTIMATE, NEW AMERICAN-DRIVEN HOUSE PARTY.

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On the menu at Maison: Wagyu beef stick bites with balsamic-soy glaze and southern fried onion rings.

In a city where celebrated chefs can feel like our friends, Sylva Senat stands out. As the opening executive chef at Tashan, he turned its white-linen, modern Indian menu into a fresh-focused mélange of French and Haitianinspired flavors with zeal.

So stunning was Senat’s culinary conceptualism, that when he left Tashan in 2013, Philly foodies wondered where he would land and when he would open his own restaurant.

“Yes, it took a minute, and not every minute was happy,” says Senat, standing in the bare bones of his debut project, Maison 208, in the former Letto Deli. “I’m a conceptdriven chef and wanted to explore different cuisines, so I consulted, first for Michael Schulson in Ardmore, then Spice 28 and Dos Tacos. I make

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If you think that the only way to experience the gunslinging glory of the Wild West is dressed in a cowboy hat in one of those oldtimey photo studios on the boardwalk, think again. Cirque Éloize—a high-flying Canadian circus troupe that’s not to be confused with that other Cirque— saddles up to the American frontier for its latest show, Saloon, at the Merriam Theater, January 13 and 14. Troupe acrobat Shena Tschofen says that Saloon is the first of Éloize’s roughly 10 original productions to feature a more in-depth character plot beyond the theatrical choreography and over-the-top aerial acts. “This is the first time we are venturing into such a specific environment,” she shares. “We were deeply inspired by the world of the Wild West, and the elements it provided to create this production.” Also new for the company, Tschofen says, is the live musical element.

“We have included music as a huge part of the show,” she says. “There are three live musicians and we are all on stage at the same time.” Saloon’s folksy, fast-paced score is hugely personal for Tschofen, who was trained in classical violin and traditional fiddle. “It is a huge coincidence to have found a show that integrates both my music and circus background.” Yeehaw! 250 S. Broad St., 215-893-1999; kimmelcenter.org

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Back in the saddle: Live musicians share the stage with aerial performers in Cirque Éloize’s ode to the Old West.

PHOTOGRAPHY BY JIM MNEYMNEH

CIRQUE ÉLOIZE KICKS THE MERRIAM THEATER’S SALOON DOORS OPEN WITH A NEW ACRO-TASTIC ODE TO THE WILD WEST.

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MONEY HONEY ON THE HEELS OF HER NEWEST FILM, MAIN LINE NATIVE SARAH MEGAN THOMAS TUNES INTO A NEW TV PROJECT.

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What inspired the storyline for your recent financial thriller Equity, which you also produced and star in? I had female friends from college that worked on Wall Street; some had quit after just a few years. I was fascinated by their stories.

I wanted to show women that work in finance in a more realistic way: after the financial crisis and working in investments

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rather than trading.

You filmed some of the movie here in Philadelphia, right?

Ballard Spahr and the Pyramid Club opened their doors. A friend of mine donated their Rittenhouse apartment which is the home of Naomi, our lead character.

How will the story evolve for the upcoming TV adaptation? It’s really easy to get material

for TV—half of Equity was on the cutting-room floor because we had so much footage. During editing, we essentially had two films: a thriller and a drama. The TV version allows us to explore the personal lives of our three female stars.

You live in New York, but get back to Philly often. Where would we find you on a Saturday?

I love Vedge. I’m not

vegan but the food is fantastic. The BYOB scene here is amazing.

I like to run along Boathouse Row, too.

What’s next for you?

I’m in the early stages of developing a story around a familiar historical woman. My ultimate goal is to put complex female characters on screen— even messy characters.

That’s what’s real. sarahmeganthomas.com

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SWEEPS OF COLOR AMERICAN ART HAS A SERIOUS MOMENT AT TWO NEW EXHIBITIONS.

Philadelphia museum visitors are in for some deep reflection this winter with two new exhibits at PAFA and Brandywine River Museum.

Some 160 works in “World War I and American Art,” running through April 2017 at PAFA (118–128 N. Broad St., 215-9727600; pafa.org), weave the war’s narrative through eight themes, from Prelude: The Threat of War to Celebration and Mourning.

A key inclusion in the Battlefields theme is John Singer Sargent’s haunting 1918 masterpiece Gassed, on loan from London’s Imperial War Museum. “Sargent’s painting will be the centerpiece of the exhibition and one of the highlights of the American national centenary recognition of this chapter in world history,” says David R. Brigham, PAFA president and acting director.

On view at the Brandywine (1 Hoffman’s Mill Road, Chadds Ford, 610-388-2700; brandywine. org) through January 22 is “Rural Modern: American Art Beyond the City.” The exhibit spotlights 60 pieces from artists including Pennsylvanian Charles Demuth and Georgia O’Keeffe that channel the architecture, landscapes, and people of rural America—including depictions of economic and environmental strife—from the period between World Wars I and II when the Modernist movement was sweeping the country.

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Charles Demuth’s End of the Parade, Coatesville, Pa., 1920, is part of “Rural Modern: American Art Beyond the City” at Brandywine River Museum.

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CHAMPAGNE WISHES

Plate expectations: Diver scallops are a delicious mainstay on Laurel’s holiday menus.

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This past autumn, Lacroix moved to a single five-course tasting menu for $105, as well as a stunning caviar service. Whether you’re in the mood for something as deceptively simple as domestic caviar paired with potato rosti and smoked salmon, or 30 decadent grams of Royal Imperial caviar with traditional garnishes, this new offering “elevates our guests’ dining experiences to unprecedented heights,” says Executive Chef Jonathan Cichon. They’ll even be rolling out their own private-label caviar this winter. 201 W. Rittenhouse Sq., 215790-2533; lacroixrestaurant.com

LAUREL CHEF NICHOLAS ELMI’S STUNNINGLY ORIGINAL CULINARY VISION HAS WON OVER THOSE LUCKY ENOUGH TO DINE HERE.

University City BYOB Marigold has, over the years, been home to some of the top chefs in the city.

This is undoubtedly the case yet again thanks to chefs Andrew Kochan, Tim Lanza, and Keith Krajewski, who are turning out 10-course, $90 tasting menus of electric originality. “We love to play with colloquialisms and how people’s expectations alter the way that they approach a dish,” says Kochan, who says the phrase “spill the beans” inspired a haute riff on canned beans. “We have used pumpkin in the style of sushi and as faux foie gras.” 501 S. 45th St., 215222-3699; marigoldkitchenbyob.com THAT’S AMORE

Philly has always been known for its top-tier Italian restaurants, and Gran Caffe L’Aquila is a morethan-worthy entry into that upper echelon. With a serious coffee

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The traditional caviar service at The Rittenhouse Hotel’s Lacroix is not to be missed. Its private-label caviar debuts this winter.

The second-floor dining room at Gran Caffe L’Aquila is inspired by the old-style Italian region of Abruzzo.

Who spilled the beans? A trio of beans are bound by a delicate white bean puree and seasoned with house bacon before being “spilled” onto the plate and decorated with a garlic nougatine and wild flowers at Marigold Kitchen.

Barclay Prime’s winter-ready libation The Walking Dead uses seasonal ingredients like almond and star anise.

program (proper espresso! killer cappuccino!), swoonworthy gelato, and a menu full of the Italian delicacies fans clamor for—think speck from Alto Adige and mortadella from Bologna—Gran Caffe is the next best thing to hopping on a flight from PHL to Rome. 1716 Chestnut St., 215-568-5600; grancaffelaquila.com POSH ON PASSYUNK

Ever since Chef Nicholas

Elmi opened his East Passyunk restaurant Laurel after winning Top Chef, it’s been one of the toughest rezzies in the city. No wonder: Elmi’s background in French haute cuisine, combined with his stunningly original culinary vision, has won over those lucky enough to dine here. Now, this BYOB also offers wine pairings for $65 to frame the sevencourse, $89 tasting menu.

So: Roasted duck breast

with chanterelle, turnip, and rose washed down with an Uwe Scheifer Blaufrankisch? Yes, please. 1617 E. Passyunk Ave., 215-271-8299; restaurantlaurel.com PRIME TIME

If you’ve grown tired of the same old steakhouses, make tracks to Barclay Prime immediately where your carnivorous faith will be restored by Chef Mark Twersky. Since opening

nearly 10 years ago, the Rittenhouse stalwart has proven to be one of the most satisfying places around for a drink and a steak and, okay, maybe another drink while we’re at it. Start with a martini and oysters, move on to a gorgeous bottle of red, and tuck right into one of Barclay’s epic steaks, like the 18-ounce, 28-day dry aged ribeye. 237 S. 18th St., 215-732-7560; barclayprime.com

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TEXTUAL HEALING

“PHILLY IS LIKE A BIG, CHAOTIC URBAN FOREST. I LOVE HOW INSPIRED I FEEL.” —AUBRIE Aubrie Costello’s word-centric works of art are mined from years’ worth of journals filled with snippets of song lyrics, text messages, and conversations.

CLOCKWISE FROM ABOVE: Billie Holiday’s “Gee Baby, Ain’t I Good To You,” was the inspiration for a work along South Street; a commissioned installation for an outdoor wedding, with a quote from one of the couple’s favorite poems; Passmeby, a piece from Costello’s ongoing series “The Unravel,” has popped up in Northern Liberties, the Wissahickon, and the Rail Park.

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Aubrie Costello is not your typical graffiti artist. Instead of tagging alleys and highway underpasses with spray paint, you can find the Moore College of Art & Design graduate weaving silken scribbles on brick walls, fences, and trees throughout the city.

“My true love affair with art began when I was studying the art I found in the streets,” says Costello. “Philly is like a big, chaotic urban forest. I love how inspired I feel.” When she is not knee-deep in shoes at Bus Stop Boutique, where she is creative director and assistant buyer, Costello is working on “The Unravel,” an evolving series where pieces are left outside to be turned into a beautiful mess by the elements.

“Nature is an essential medium to the project. It’s an exercise in letting go and letting things unfold.” Her most recognizable pieces of late, on South Street near the Royal Theater, read, “Baby ain’t I good to U” and “Baby, I’m doing this 4 us.” The method to her Mad Libs-like madness is simple.

“I look at the place, then refer back to my words and pick something that just feels right,” says Costello. She’s currently developing a clothing line and a short film in addition to scouting new locations in Philly, but yearns to spin yarns across the continents. Says Costello: “My dream is to take my work to the streets of Japan and Thailand.” aubriecostello.com

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WINNING PAIR WITH THEIR FIRST SINGLE A CERTIFIABLE HIT, THE EAGLES’ BRENT CEL AND HIS R&B PROTÉGÉ, GUORDAN BAN S, TACKLE SOME (NOT SO) TOUGH QUESTIONS.

What’s it like working together?

GB: Brent’s very hands-on. He even spent long nights in the studio while I worked.

BC: Guordan and I think alike and that’s key to a solid partnership.

You grew up in Philly, Guordan?

GB: I get my grit from Philly. I was raised in the heart of North Philly with eight siblings. My mother was a minister so we spent a lot of time at church; my musical background is rooted in gospel.

Brent, how do you juggle football, two restaurants (Bop, Prime Stache, and music?

BC: Football is my main thing. But instead of wasting my free time, I have chosen the route of entrepreneurship. It hasn’t been easy but the lessons I’ve learned are priceless.

Sum up the new album, Unpopular, in a few words.

GB: Love, hope, freedom, and unconditional soul.

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Before setting out on his own with the help of label partner Brent Celek (INSET), Philly’s own Gourdan Banks (TOP) penned songs for R&B stars like John Legend. His first song, “Keep You in Mind,” scored a number-one spot on the Billboard charts.

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How did you two meet?

Brent Celek: It was six years ago at Sigma Sound studios. I had been there many times in the offseason to hear new music.

Guordan Banks: I was a songwriter at the time, writing for another artist. Brent heard my voice and thought I should perform the song myself.

BC: I lost my mind—it was so different from anything I had heard. We became friends and that turned into us starting a label, Bank On It Entertainment.

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SCENE TECH TALK LocalStove taps cooks like Nancy Nguyen, shown below right making mascarponestuffed grilled peaches, to whip up prepared meals for time-pressed Philadelphians.

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What if the farthest you had to travel to buy produce or pick up dry cleaning was across your living room to the front door? Thanks to these hot Philly-based start-ups, you can scratch at least three items off your never-ending to-do list and think about that other endless list: your New Year’s resolutions.

HOMEGROWN DELIVERY Local farms provide the seasonal goods for subscription grocery service Door to Door Organics.

Bucks County native David Gersenson partnered with local farmers and artisans like Lancaster Farms Fresh Co-op and Blue Moon Acres for USDA-certified organic, farm-raised produce to supply his Door to Door Organics, a subscription grocery service. “Everything we do is rooted in helping our customers make healthier food choices,” says Chad Arnold, CEO. doortodoororganics.com

1-Less Chore founder Ken Hantman traded in his corporate gig for a new delivery-based concept in dry cleaning.

A wash-and-fold and dry-cleaning service (that picks up in a Mercedes no less), 1-Less Chore schedules online pickups and the clothes are returned within four days. “It’s an affordable luxury,” says Wynnefield owner Ken Hantman. Bonus: 1-Less Chore is eco-friendly, right down to the biodegradable bags. 1lesschore.com HOME-COOKED MEALS (MINUS THE COOKING)

Three Wharton grads have invented a platform for homemade meal delivery: LocalStove recruits area cooks who can be tapped by Philly residents to make a favorite dish for delivery--from Moroccan chicken with chickpea tagine to a slow-roasted pulled pork sandwich. “We believe the most authentic food in the world is right behind the kitchen door,” says Greg Dubin, cofounder of LocalStove. localstove.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 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 coming 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 aquatic series). Key pieces include

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 metallic slides and kitten heels.

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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).

“IT’S AN HONOR THAT SO MANY WOMEN TURN TO ESCADA TO MAKE THEM FEEL BEAUTIFUL.” —daniel wingate

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.”

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STYLE UNCOMMON SCENTS

EAU, WOW! ELLEN SHEPP RAIDS THE FRAGRANCE COUNTER AT JOAN SHEPP FOR THE SEASON’S SIGNATURE SCENTS.

customers feel very comfortable wearing this fragrance.”

COMING UP ROSES

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“I’m a big fan of Maison Francis Kurkdijan Paris because it’s one of the few companies—along with Chanel—which produces their fragrance entirely under one roof. Baccarat Rouge 540 has a really warm scent and works for day or night. It’s a house favorite here.”

SHIFT INTO NEUTRAL

“Juliette has a Gun’s Not a Perfume by Romano Ricci is very individual. It’s also hypoallergenic which is more important than ever for those with sensitive skin. It’s a light, neutral amber scent but a very particular scent. It doesn’t smell like any other perfume. Our

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“Anything that’s rose-scented is popular as long as it’s genuine.

Montale Roses Musk actually smells like a rose garden, feminine and still very light.

Similar kinds of fragrances tend to smell artificial.”

always my go-to when I’m not sure what to wear. It’s a fresh, clean, unisex scent.” 1811 Chestnut St., 215-7352666; joanshepp.com

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HIP, NOT HIPPIE

“Vanille Patchouli by Molinard is definitely a stronger scent. But the vanilla softens the patchouli notes. This one is popular with those who have been wearing patchouli for years. Naturally, it feels very familiar to them.”

ONE FOR ALL

“I call Aqua Universale, also by Maison Francis Kurkdijan Paris, the white shirt of fragrance. It’s

Baccarat Rouge 540 by Maison Francis Kurkdjian ($300); Not a Perfume by Juliette has a Gun ($100).

“PERFUME CAN REFLECT YOUR PERSONALITY, OR YOUR OUTFIT.” —ellen shepp PHOTOGRAPHY BY RIKE/GETTY IMAGES (ROSES)

Center City boutique Joan Shepp has always taken the business of bringing designer labels to Philadelphia very seriously. So when motherdaughter duo Joan and Ellen launched a beauty counter with a focus on European fragrance in the shop earlier this year they took the very personal experience of buying perfume to heart. “Fragrance does help set a mood for the day,” says Ellen, who likes the spontaneity of wearing different scents. “Perfume can reflect your personality, or your outfit.”

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STYLE FLEX APPEAL Orangetheory Fitness takes the science of exercise to a whole new level with targeted interval training.

CRUNCH TIME

CycleBar joins the boutique biking craze with its first studio in Exton.

Woodway treadmills and TV screens that make you feel like you’re running outdoors provide the cardio boost at RippedPHL.

GET THE SKINNY ON PHILLY’S HOTTEST NEW STUDIOS TO WORK UP A SWEAT.

Amped-up instructors, pounding ’90s dance remixes, sauna-like studios: Welcome to the new way of working out in Philly. A boom in boutique fitness studios means that you can Class Pass your way into a different speciality workout every day of the week. Here, four to try in 2017.

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You’ll plank, stretch, flex, curl, pike, and crunch at a pace that feels slower than slow motion but, trust us, that’s when the magic happens at Solidcore, a Pilates-esque workout that uses a resistance-based machine to dig into muscles that you didn’t even know were there.

725 Chestnut St., 267702-4491; solidcore.co

The Philly spin craze shows no signs of slowing down, so it’s no surprise that CycleBar, which has studios across the US, set its sights on our suburbs for the company’s first studio in the state. The new Exton address is loaded with amenities and tracks your rides with their CycleStats program. 124 Woodcutter St., Exton, 484-353-6056; exton.cyclebar.com

Get past the science and the program is simple: Work your heart rate up during an hour of sweat-inducing interval training—think rowing, running, TRX, and weights—and you’ll achieve Orangetheory Fitness’s touted post-workout calorie burn for up to 36 glorious hours.

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High-intensity interval training is nothing new but RippedPHL’s riff on the tried-and-true program certainly feels that way: Every 15 minutes you rotate to a different exercise, including TRX, strength training, and a spin on their Olympianapproved Woodway treadmills. 1519 Walnut St., 3rd Fl., 267-7738112; rippedphl.com

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STYLE PEOPLE

TEE TIME!

BY LISA FERRANDINO

Anthony Melillo always knew that he wanted to pursue a career in fashion. Early on, that meant extra pocket money for a new shirt. “I really loved working and had a job since I was 16,” he says. “I just wanted to buy clothes and walk around South Street.” His sartorial obsession would eventually take him away from his hometown of West Chester to New York City, where he landed a job as Esquire’s style director and, later, built ATM, one of fashion’s most coveted brands of tees and wardrobe essentials.

“My goal was to create a brand that was real yet cool,” he says. “It’s what we do best. Real clothing with just the right amount of edge.” His collections boast not only the perfect T-shirt—which is “all about the right fit, fabric, and drape”—but luxe basics like henleys, sweaters,

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and pants for men and women.

“The perfect basics are what is most sought after, yet the hardest to find,” he says. “We update our offerings and add new designs while still creating wardrobe staples.”

Chic offerings ranging from women’s cashmere cardigans to leather blazers and a wool wrap coat are Melillo’s top picks for Philly winters, while gents should opt for the cashmere Donegal sweaters. And while Melillo may reside in New York for now, he dreams of bringing ATM to suburban storefronts like his native West Chester. “Growing up, I saw people dressing for quality, and that’s what ATM stands for: clean, modern clothing that’s wearable and versatile for everyone’s wardrobe.” Neiman Marcus, King of Prussia Mall, 610-962-6200; atmcollection.com

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What began as a line of T-shirts by Anthony Thomas Melillo (shown here) has evolved into an assortment of relaxed yet luxe basics like the above (from left) wrap coat ($750), boatneck sweater ($395), and men’s fleece overcoat ($650).

PHOTOGRAPHY BY ERIC STRIFFLER; MODEL SHOTS, COURTESY OF ATM

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Top trends: Floral brocade and lace anything. “Lace has really blossomed the last two years.”

Color theories: Dark hues are always in style for one very important reason, says Schwartz.

“Black or navy makes everyone feel good because it’s slimming.”

But “fashion rebels” can look to a rainbow of reds to stand out this winter. “Think lipstick red and Valentino red; red is always big for the holidays. Philly women love color when they dress up. I also sell a lot of blue every season.”

Labels he’s loving: Number 21, Catherine Regehr, Wayne Clark, Frascara, and Blumarine, one of Sophy Curson’s best-known brands and a long-time favorite of Schwartz’s for their knitwear.

“Anna Molinari, Blumarine’s designer, keeps things feminine but modern. We always think of florals for spring but this season’s designs really work for winter because the print is dark.”

What makes Philadelphia shoppers tick: “They don’t follow the trends like New Yorkers do.

They prefer to invest in key pieces, like handbags, and get their use out of them. Philly women know who they are and what they like.”

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Petal pusher: Dark florals dominated the runway at the Blumarine show during Milan Fashion Week Fall/Winter 2016/17.

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Alana Oates is kicking up her heels—literally— thanks to a Kickstarter campaign that helped launch her new shoe label, Llani.

MAGIC SLIPPERS ALANA OATES PUTS HER BEST FOOT FORWARD WITH CHIC SHOE LABEL LLANI.

Rising designer Alana Oates has combined her love of sparkle, vintage glamour, and comfort into her debut footwear label, Llani.

The Moore College of Art grad and former designer for Old Navy and Anthropologie recently launched her first collection for Holiday 2016 with beaded, tasseled, and hand-sequined slides, flats, and slippers:

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Women get to be cozy and chic whether they are dashing to the store for some bubbly or padding around their bedroom at night.

Home is more important than ever for Oates.

After splitting time between San Francisco and Haddonfield, NJ, for the last two years, while she relaunched Old Navy’s shoe line and did the long-distance relationship thing with her

fiancé, Oates just tied the knot inOctober at a seaside wedding in Cape May and settled into a 100-year-old two-story home in South Jersey.

“I wanted to bring luxury into the home,” says Oates, who unfailingly sports a parade of retro-chic shoes around her own residence.

Having spent years combing through Indian trim markets in Delhi, Mumbai, and Agra for

her previous employers, Oates knows exactly what will give her designs that distinctive, on-trend, globally influenced look. “I partnered with vendors in India who continually wow me with the embellishments and embroideries they can supply. My shoes all feel special.” And good news, guys: Oates is adding men’s designs to her 2017 collection. llanishoes.com

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IN WITH THE NEW! TIE A RIBBON AROUND THE GIFT-WORTHY DESIGNER FINDS AT THESE HAUTE NEW BOUTIQUES. JEAN THERAPY

Does the opening of the denim purveyor Rag & Bone hint that the fashion tide is turning yet again on Walnut Street? We think so. Says Marcus Wainwright, the company’s CEO, cofounder, and creative director, “We’ve been carried by some great retailers here for some time. Opening a store has just been a matter of waiting for the perfect location.”

The brand has also branched out to beauty with its first collection of eight unisex fragrances. 1601 Walnut St.; rag-bone.com

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Shop for denim, resortwear (shown here), and the new unisex fragrance collection at Rag & Bone’s Walnut Street address.

PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY OF RAG & BONE (RAG & BONE); COURTESY OF ANTHROPOLOGIE (ANTHROPOLOGIE & CO.); COURTESY OF KENDRA SCOTT (KENDRA SCOTT); COURTESY OF SPINELLI KILCOLLIN (RING)

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GREAT SCOTT!

Accessories maven Kendra Scott, whose popular oval stone drop earrings can be spotted on celebs and sorority girls alike, unpacks her jewelry boxes at a new boutique in Ardmore.

Only available at select Philly stores until now, Scott was won over by “the suburb’s incredible community.” Metallics and dark stones are party-perfect for winter. Suburban Square, 610726-1838; kendrascott.com URBAN’S ZEN

clockwise from above left: Jewelry designer Kendra Scott counts Hilary Duff, Rachael Ray, and Sofia Vergara among her fans; a beauty boutique with dozens of brands is front and center at the new Anthropologie & Co.; in addition to luxe designer labels, Eaves, now open in Ardmore, also carries fine jewelry, like the Spinelli Kilcollin ring ($7,400); home furnishings are front and center at the new Anthropologie & Co. megastore at King of Prussia Mall.

Anthropologie gives its cultlike fashion following more of what it loves with a new concept store and name, Anthropologie & Co., home to a furniture showroom, a beauty boutique, and a shoe and bag salon. Think of it as one of the brand’s gorgeous catalogs come to life.

King of Prussia Mall, 610-2650630; anthropologie.com ON THE MOVE

A trio of top Philly boutiques have made big moves: The dreamy Wayne women’s shop Menagerie (Eagle Village Shops, 503 W. Lancaster Ave., 610-971-1769; eaglevillage shops.com) has added more square footage next door; Shop Sixty Five (128 S. 17th St., 267239-5488; shopsixtyfive.com) has packed up its Elizabeth and James and Haute Hippie and settled in at 17th and Sansom; and Eaves (Suburban Square, 610-649-4466; shop eaves.com) is now peddling luxe labels—Isabel Marant Collection, Dries Van Noten, Alexander Wang—at Suburban Square.

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SAVING FACE A GROUNDBREAKING NEW TREATMENT MAKES THE DREADED DOUBLE CHIN A THING OF THE PAST.

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. “In the age of the selfie, where looking good from all angles has achieved heightened importance, the jawline, chin, and neck have garnered much attention in the cosmetic world,” says Dr. Louis P. Bucky, a Philadelphiabased cosmetic surgeon. “For the dreaded double chin, Kybella offers a nonsurgical treatment option. The best patients for this procedure have central fat just under the chin, with good skin elasticity to avoid hanging skin afterwards. We’ve seen men, in particular, excited by Kybella, which helps define a stronger jawline for them that often can’t be fixed with diet and exercise because it is genetically predisposed.” Whatever it takes to unearth your true face…

Treatment programs start at $1,750.

Multiple locations, 215-323-5000; drbucky.com; mykybella.com

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Chin up: A recent survey found that 67 percent of people ranked double chins right alongside lines and wrinkles around the eyes as top cosmetic complaints.

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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.

BY JILL SIERACKI

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. “This is not a New York parade; this is America’s parade.” 1300 Market St., 215-241-9000; macys.com

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Sky’s the limit!

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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We provide innovative and high-level solutions for Private, Corporate, Public Art, Foundation, University and our Hospitality Clients.

Let us know how we can assist you with your art collection needs. 800.947.9166 / www.bridgettemayerartadvisors.com

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.

THIS SEASON’S HOTTEST BEAUTY COLLECTIONS ARE INSPIRED BY THE MYSTERY OF FASHION, TRAVEL, AND FRIENDSHIP. BY CHRISTINA CLEMENTE

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 (Saks Fifth Avenue, 2 Bala Plaza, Bala Cynwyd, 610667-1550; saks.com). The limited-edition line pays homage to Beckham’s favorite cities—London, LA, New York, and Paris—with curated looks that include a matte bronzer, an emeraldhued eye shadow, and a “perfect nude” lipstick.

Makeup looks from the runway are sometimes too dramatic for the street— with the notable exception of Armani’s Fall/Winter

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2016 show. Created by Linda Cantello, the brand’s international makeup artist, the Giorgio Armani (Neiman Marcus, King of Prussia Mall, 610-3540500; neimanmarcus.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 (Neiman Marcus, King of Prussia Mall, 610-354-0500; neimanmarcus.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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The latest Lips & Boys edition from Tom Ford (LEFT) includes the vampy Jon ($36, BELOW).

TOM FORD’S MYSTERIOUS MEN COLOR HIS COLLECTION.

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Holiday Gift Guide BENARI JEWELERS From brilliantly bold to elegantly modest, Benari Jewelers carries an exquisite array of earrings, necklaces, rings, time pieces and bracelets from top designers. Find the perfect diamond or engagement ring that will leave her speechless.

When the time is right, get it right at Benari Jewelers.

Exton: 299 Main Street Newtown Square: 3606 West Chester Pike BenariJewelers.com

BLOKES BARBERSHOP & GENTLEMAN’S EMPORIUM Gifts and gift certificates to cover all of a man’s grooming needs this holiday season. When you only want the best.

151 N. 3rd St., 267.314.5557, blokesbarbershop.com

FEEL IRRESISTABLE — FOREVER YOUNG MED SPA Give yourself the gift of slim this holiday season. Exclusive discount to Philadelphia Style readers for SculpSure-the new, non-surgical treatment targeting fat in body areas resistant to diet and exercise, those areas that bother you! Buy one area and get the second 50% off. Call today!

Foreveryoungmedspas.com 1420 Locust Street 855.6.SCULPT

JOAN SHEPP Foxes and pandas, and cats — oh my!

Shop unexpected exceptional fashion, from your head to your toes. Visit the fashion treasure trove Joan Shepp, for all your holiday gift shopping. $20 1811 Chestnut St. Philadelphia, PA 215.735.2666

CONGRESS HALL

COLE WELLNESS SPA

Give the gift of Cape May to someone you love! Our gift cards are perfect for the holidays, and can be used exclusively at our all-American resort, including our wonderful dining experiences, soothing Sea Spa, stylish boutique, and hopping nightlife outlets.

Visit congresshall.com/giftcard

Cole Wellness Spa is an award winning Organic Salon & Day Spa on the Main Line offering hair color, massage, skin care & more. Mention Philadelphia Style and receive 10% your next service, or 10% off gift card purchases of $100+!

N. Wayne Ave., Wayne, PA 19087 Call 610.688.7546; Visit ColeWellnessSpa.com

GOLDEN NUGGET Golden Nugget Jewelers specializes in an extensive inventory of loose diamonds GIA certified. Designer engagement rings

by Tacori, Ritani, Simon G, Verragio, A. Jaffee, Martin Flyer, Jeff Cooper, ArtCarved, and Michael M. In addition, there is a full selection of finished jewelry.

Call 215-925-2777 or goldennuggetjewelry.com

F.C. KERBECK The all new Bentley Bentayga takes exquisite luxury into new territory, challenging preconceptions of what an SUV can be. The breathtakingly powerful W12 twin turbo engine delivers 600 horsepower with a top speed of 187 mph.

To experience the Bentley Bentayga please contact Joe Innaurato, General Manager at F.C. Kerbeck’s Bentley Palmyra New Jersey, 100 Route 73, Palmyra, NJ. Call 1.800.KERBECK.

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Holiday Spirits Guide THE MACALLAN RARE CASK The quintessential expression of The Macallan’s Sherry oak tradition, Rare Cask makes a timeless holiday gift. The Macallan Rare Cask is crafted using liquid aged in first-fill, Sherry-seasoned oak casks. The Macallan’s Master Whisky Maker, handselects the finest whisky from less than one percent of the casks maturing at the distillery. The result of this scrupulous selection process is a brilliantly rich, vibrant ruby-red whisky that proudly exhibits the exceptional oak casks and natural color.

TITO’S HANDMADE VODKA Tito’s Handmade Vodka is proudly produced in Austin at Texas’ oldest legal distillery. We make it in batches, use oldfashioned pot stills, and taste-test every batch. Tito’s Handmade Vodka is designed to be savored by spirit connoisseurs and everyday drinkers alike. It is the perfect gift for this holiday season.

ESPOLON ANEJO X The six-year aging process allows our 100% Weber Blue Agave tequila to develop a rich, complex flavor of truly uncommon character.

At 82 proof, its as smooth as anything we have tasted. There’s only one AÑEJO X, and once the limited quantity is gone, it’s gone forever.

PLCB Code #75002. $99.99

EXOTICO BLANCO Harvested in the Highlands and Lowlands of Jalisco by the third generation Master Distiller Rodolfo González, this 100% agave tequila provides a robust, crisp mouthfeel with hints of pepper and herbal notes. This outstanding tequila finishes with a fresh wave of heat followed with a balanced spice.

Visit exoticotequila.com

REBEL YELL BOURBON A new addition to the family, Rebel Yell Small Batch Rye’s high grain bill gives it enough backbone to stand up to classic cocktails, making it a guaranteed favorite for any mixologist. The nose is Spicy with hints of chocolate and vanilla. On the palate, Rebel Yell Small Batch Rye is mildly woody with a sweet and surprising spice Visit rebelyellbourbon.com

THE QUIET MAN The first Irish Whiskey bottled in Derry, Ireland, in over 100 years, The Quiet Man is triple distilled in traditional Irish whiskey pot stills and matured in oak barrels. The Quiet Man offers a higher malt percentage for a smooth finish and uses a unique process of finishing the aging in first-fill bourbon barrels.

Visit thequietmanirishwhiskey.com

DOUBLE CROSS VODKA RUSSELL’S RESERVE 10 YR More than 90 years. That’s the combined tenure of Master Distillers Jimmy & his son Eddie Russell. They hand-select barrels after at least 10 years of aging, resulting in a Bourbon that delivers a balance of rich, spicy vanilla flavors. Their experience guarantees yours.

PLCB Code #9193: $36.99

Free Holiday engraving! The perfect gift! Make it personal with Double Cross vodka. An Ultra premium, small batch vodka from Slovakia, 7x distilled and filtered with winter wheat. and oh soooo smooth. Orders must be placed by December 9, and orders will arrive by December 16. Free Engraving & shipping sent to your local Fine Wine & Good Spirits store. Visit finewineandgoodspiritsholidays.com/ engravings, or just visit your local store to pick up a bottle of your new favorite vodka!

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Holiday Spirits Guide ST-GERMAIN St-Germain is the premium ingredient that adds character and elevates your Holiday brunch occasion and pairs in harmony with a sparkling wine to create THE ST-GERMAIN COCKTAIL.

MAKERS 46 We begin the inventive finishing process of Maker’s 46® by searing French oak staves and inserting them into American oak barrels. Then we pour fully-matured Maker’s Mark into those barrels resulting in flavors that are at the perfect balance. makersmark.com/makers-46

DEWAR’S 12 Consumers are looking for a premium & quality blended Scotch when gift-giving and as the world’s most awarded Scotch Whisky, DEWAR’S is the perfect selection.

Every recipient of the premium Dewar’s 12 year old and two rocks glasses will feel that thought and effort went into their gift selection.

GREY GOOSE Give discerning gift givers the confidence to gift GREY GOOSE, The World’s Best Tasting Vodka, as the spirit of choice that generates elevated experiences at their holiday gathering and dining occasions, through the extraordinary Large GREY GOOSE Vodka Bottle and two quality martini glasses.

VEUVE CLICQUOT YELLOW LABEL ICE JACKET The perfect accessory for an elegant party or intimate gathering among friends, the Veuve Clicquot Ice Jacket is a sleek Champagne chiller designed to keep a bottle cold for up to two hours. The innovative Ice Jacket in Veuve Clicquot’s signature yellow color is a stylish and practical way to enjoy a bottle of Yellow Label. Available in select PA Fine Wine & Good Spirits Stores.

LAPHROAIG The World’s #1 Best-Selling Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky*. Islay distilled and matured; hand-cut Islay peat used to dry the barley; hand-crafted with sea-salt influence in every expression. laphroaig.com

GLENMORANGIE TASTER PACK Glenmorangie presents the Taster Pack, an invitation for those looking for the classic Glenmorangie Single Malt experience with the opportunity to sample the Extra Matured Range. While the Original 10 Year Old provides the quintessential Glenmorangie flavors and aromas, the three additional 12 Year Old whiskies satisfy a desire for a further taste exploration into Glenmorangie’s expertise in wood maturation. Available in select PA Fine Wine & Good Spirits Stores.

BELVEDERE VODKA John Legend, ambassador for the (Belvedere)RED campaign, partnered with South African artist Esther Mahlangu on this limited edition bottle. In the colorful style of her tribal art, Esther has brought to life the four inspiring values of the (Belvedere)RED campaign: Security, Change, Support and Unity. Belvedere Vodka contributes 50% of its profits to the Global Fund to help eliminate AIDS in Africa.

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Holiday Gift Guide KING OF PRUSSIA

BERNIE ROBBINS JEWELERS This 18k white gold bracelet by HEARTS ON FIRE has a total diamond weight of 4.95 ct.

This stunning piece is available at Bernie Robbins Jewelers.

Visit bernierobbins.com

Give Sparkle. For the season’s most wonderful gifts, visit these King of Prussia stores in their shiny, new flagship stores in the luxury retail corridor. Burberry.

Cartier. David Yurman. Hermès.

Louis Vuitton. Tiffany & Co. Gucci (Dec. 1). Valet park in the Orange Garage and enjoy a complimentary car wash.

DR. LOUIS P BUCKY, PLASTIC SURGERY Give the gift of a glowing complexion with the Alphaeon Dermal Solutions Holiday Set! Get the complete 4-step regimen to smooth and hydrate skin, plus a $250 gift card for any nonsurgical body shaping or skincare treatment of your choice.

1800 Rittenhouse Square 215.621.8231 drbucky.com

SLOANE IS EVERYWHERE. All across Philadelphia, there’s one name that has all your favorite brands. Sloane has just what you’re looking for with thousands of new and preowned cars and trucks!

Sloane Toyota - Sloane Honda - Sloane BMW Of Devon And introducing Porsche Warrington and Audi Warrington SloaneAutos.com

MORTON AND RUDOLPH JEWELERS

WELLS FARGO CENTER ONLINE TEAM STORE

ONE DIAMOND FOR YOUR BEST FRIEND. ONE DIAMOND FOR YOUR TRUE LOVE. The Ever Us™ two stone diamond ring featuring, Forevermark® diamonds. Less than 1% of the world’s diamonds are worthy of the Forevermark® inscription — the promise of beauty, rarity and responsible sourcing.

Find the perfect holiday gift for the Philadelphia Flyers or Sixers fan on your list, without leaving home! Visit the brand new Wells Fargo Center online store to shop exclusive Flyers and Sixers merchandise available only at Wells Fargo Center, including: custom jerseys, hoodies, hats and player tees!

Shop.WFCPhilly.com

Cherry Hill, NJ; 856.424.1101; mortonandrudolph.com

SHIRLEY & COMPANY Shirley & Company offers the hottest new styles in designer swimwear for cruise 2017. One piece, bikini and tankini separates, resort wear, and a complete presentation of swim accessories.

Celebrating 30 years in the swimwear business 3 suburban locations to serve you or visit shirleyandco.com.

Holiday gift cards available in all locations.

SOUTH MOON UNDER Find the perfect gift for everyone on your list and a little something for yourself at South Moon Under this holiday season!

1731 Chestnut Street,Philadelphia, PA 205 West Lancaster Ave,Wayne, PA The Promenade at Sagemore, Marlton, NJ Southmoonunder.com

Grape expectations: Environmentalist and longtime vegetarian Christie Brinkley has jumped into the spirits game with a new brand of organic, all-natural prosecco called Bellissima. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Natural is a really big buzz word in the wine industry right now,â&#x20AC;? she says.

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BRINK With her beauty business booming and a new brand of bubbly hitting Philly for the holidays, actress, activist, and supermodel Christie Brinkley is trying on a new role for size: superhero.

PHOTOGRAPHY BY GIAN ANDREA DI STEFANO

by Kristin Detterline

America has been talking about Christie Brinkley for more than 40 years. She has appeared on over 500 magazine covers, including Sports Illustrated for a record three years in a row. She worked with CoverGirl cosmetics for 25 years, another model milestone. There was her scene-stealing acting debut in National Lampoon’s Vacation in 1983. Google the classic movie clip and you can’t help but marvel that Brinkley, now 62 and a mother of three, is just as gorgeous as ever: same blonde mane, same lithe figure, same unmistakably sunny smile.

After four decades in the spotlight, the real secret of her success may lie in Brinkley’s ability to keep that conversation going. There have always been TV and stage appearances, including a critically acclaimed Broadway run as Roxie Hart in Chicago in 2010, but the last few years have put Brinkley squarely back in the spotlight as a model for denim brand NYDJ and two beauty launches that bear her name: the Hair2Wear Christie Brinkley Collection of clip-in extensions and Christie Brinkley Authentic Skincare. In between, she penned Timeless Beauty: Over 100 Tips, Secrets, and Shortcuts to Looking Great. The beauty and wellness guide debuted on the New York Times Best Seller list last fall and remained there for 11 weeks.

Brinkley says aligning with projects that she genuinely believes in has been at least one of the keys to her career-longevity. “I like to think of campaigns as public service announcements, great products that are going to enhance your life in a positive way.

That’s really why I’ve been able to stick around.”

Consider Brinkley’s latest move into spirits with a new line of organic prosecco called, fittingly, Bellissima. The Italian sparkler launched in New York this summer, where it was the season’s sip of choice around Brinkley’s Long Island hometown, and just hit Philadelphia state stores in time for the holidays. “Bubbly wines are the

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Pet project: Christie Brinkley adopted her dog, Chester, from Main Line Animal Rescue. The supermodel stars in the organizationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s latest local billboard campaign.

exclamation point on a beautiful moment.

Think about it: When do you pop a cork?

When your friends stop by or when someone has a baby or gets engaged or even gets divorced,” she explains. She’s always been a fan of sparkling wines, but Brinkley says the brand’s commitment to being 100 percent organic is what most appealed to her. “I talk a lot in interviews and on Instagram about going organic because it’s good for our bodies and good for the environment. I’m always posting pictures of my garden. You don’t need chemicals to have beautiful flowers or vegetables.” Brinkley threw herself into the project, clipping grapes in Italy, sourcing organic ink and packaging, and designing the label inspired by Botticelli’s Venus (“the lettering is similar to the credits for Fellini’s La Strada,” she says).

That same tenacity went into her skincare brand, which adds five new antiaging potions to the collection next year. “This was when I discovered how finicky I am when it comes to putting my name on something,” she says. “We spent two years working on this one cream, but it still wasn’t exactly what I wanted; I knew it could be better. I fought for my decision because I didn’t want my name on anything less than perfect.”

Brinkley’s growing business empire nearly overshadows what really drives her: philanthropy. Last year, she traveled to South Africa and Kenya to support the First Lady of Kenya in her efforts to fight elephant and rhinoceros poaching. She has spoken out against nuclear weapons and nuclear power plants in front of the United Nations and the US Senate on behalf of the Global Security Institute and Radiation and Public Health Project, where she sits on the board of directors.

For the holidays, Brinkley will skip her annual family trip to the Caribbean and celebrate across the globe with Smile Train, an organization that fixes cleft palates. “Smile Train literally saves lives,” says Brinkley. “In some cultures, babies are shunned or even discarded for this deformity. If you fix the baby’s face, you can change their life.”

It’s no surprise, then, that charity is Brinkley’s link to Philadelphia. A few

“I TALK A LOT ABOUT GOING ORGANIC BECAUSE IT’S GOOD FOR OUR BODIES AND GOOD FOR THE ENVIRONMENT.”

years ago, she wanted to adopt a dog for her youngest daughter and rising model Sailor Lee (Brinkley also has a son, Jack Paris, and Alexa Ray, her eldest daughter with Billy Joel) for Christmas. So she turned to good friend, journalist, and animal activist Jill Rappaport to track down a puppy. That’s when Brinkley connected with Main Line Animal Rescue for the tiny white Maltipoo that she named Chester, after Chester County where MLAR is based. Brinkley and Chester currently star in three billboards along the PA Turnpike promoting animal adoption.

“One of the things that makes Christie so beautiful is her willingness to help animals at risk, whether it’s opening her home to one little puppy-mill dog or urging millions to adopt shelter pets as part of our latest billboard campaign,” says MLAR founder Bill Smith.

In 2004, the supermodel spent time traveling around the suburbs with thenGovernor Ed Rendell as part of the Moms for Kerry initiative. “We went all over Pennsylvania on the campaign bus to talk about saving the environment—or what’s left of it—and how environmental health affects children’s health,” says Brinkley, who also joined the 2000 and 2012 tours.

“People just loved her wherever we went,” says Rendell, recalling a moment during the 2012 election when Brinkley was talking with a voter at a shopping center in Ardmore. “An Obama supporter said that she was voting for him but that her husband likely wasn’t.

Christie offered to go to their home so she could speak with her husband directly [about the election]. She was an enthusiastic campaigner, to say the least.”

It’s this motivation to make the world a little better in as many ways as possible— whether traveling across the globe to save endangered wildlife or touting her secrets to the fountain of youth—that keeps Brinkley awake at night. That, along with some wise words that her mother shared early on in her career: “My mom always said to try and lead a life that makes anyone you meet feel happy to have met you.” Consider us all very happy, then.

Visit phillystylemag.com for more from our interview with Christie Brinkley.

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Hit the “like” button for Philly’s new generation of social media stars.

BY CONNIE CAPONE

IT’S SAID THAT a picture is worth a thousand words. If you’re one of Philly’s snap-savvy social media stars, then your pictures are worth thousands of followers and even more in earnings. With little more than good lighting and a few favorite filters, these five Philadelphians have us compulsively scrolling through their feeds for photos of fashion, food, scenery, dogs, and the occasional selfie. What’s more, they have made the city they call home their background, from evening sunsets along Delaware Avenue to a tabletop coffee snap from their favorite cafe. Philadelphia Style heard from some of those insta-famous stars of the city, and talked about these passion projects that have turned into full-time professions better known as #bestjobever.

PHOTOGRAPHY BY ALISON CONKLIN (SHAW); COURTESY OF @DALLASSHAW (REMAINING)

clockwise from left: Dallas Shaw has gone from fashion illustrator to fashion insider thanks to her gorgeous day-inthe-life photos; a sketch for Elie Saab couture fall 2016; an Illustration for a chapter within her upcoming book, “The Way She Wears It”; one of Shaw’s posts for #OOTD.

DALLAS SHAW | ILLUSTRATOR @dallasshaw

Dallas Shaw, whose leggy sketches have strutted into the style orbits of clients like Chanel, Ralph Lauren, and La Prairie, began her water-colored career as an artist for Disney. Now a luxury project designer specializing in visual consulting and digital marketing, her work has sent her around the globe (hello, Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show!) and put her front and center with fashion’s biggest names. But it’s Shaw’s feminine, fanciful snaps of flowers, food, and travel coupled with a loyal fan base--she has more than 70,000 Instagram followers--that have turned her into a tastemaker in her own right. Shaw’s secret to success? “Not talent but persistence.”

Tipping point: “I signed on for a creative project with DKNY years ago that turned out to be one of the largest social media projects of its time.” Fangirl moment: “I was at Gwen Stefani’s show in New York and met with her afterward. After a candid talk about some mutual friends and Fashion Week adventures she grabbed my phone and took selfies of us.” If I only had 20 minutes in Philly...: “I’d sneak off to Assembly Rooftop Lounge for Champagne and an epic view of the city.” Insta insights: “Keep your feed consistent in content and color while maintaining your own genuine voice. Followers will come.” What’s next: “I have a book coming out in March! It’s called The Way She Wears It and is a visual guide to finding your own personal style. Coming up is a press tour for the book, some team-ups with Vera Bradley, and design collaborations with Dawes Design, Elisa Solomon, and Lulu Frost.” For more of Dallas Shaw’s city favorites, visit phillystylemag.com.

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NEAL SANTOS | PHOTOGRAPHER @nealsantos

“I’m passionate about food—how it’s grown, how it’s produced, how it’s plated, and consumed,” says Neal Santos of his Instagram, a visual feast for the eyes that is peppered with sullen still shots and the occasional cluster of dogs.

The Temple grad is a veteran of the city photography scene, having shot photo and video for the Philadelphia Inquirer, Daily News, and now retired publication the City Paper. With a Budweiser partnership under his belt, Santos says he has a few more sponsorships lined up that include traveling a bit farther than his Center City studio, Rock Paper Scissors.

Inspo: “Good light, small moments with big impact, and finding balance between good composition and context.” Pluses and minuses: “The toughest part is working in dynamic environments like a restaurant, where you don’t want to be in anyone’s way and obstruct their business, but knowing that beautiful photography will always help your clients.” Staging the perfect shot: “Find good light from a window and make sure all other sources of light are turned off as well so you don’t mix warm and cool light.” Follower feedback: “Tends to gravitate toward expressions and emojis around love, as in ‘I LOVE this’ with a heart emoji.” Creative circles: “I find the artistic energy surrounding neighborhoods like Fishtown and Spring Arts District to be very inspiring.

I love that my city can support and sustain creative work and businesses.”

Snap-worthy spots: “Reading Terminal Market, the Italian Market, restaurants with great light and food like High Street on Market, Hungry Pigeon, and Vernick.” For more of Neal Santos’s city favorites, visit phillystylemag.com.

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clockwise from top left: A photo of a dried bouquet from Santos’s husband’s floral company, Chicory Florals; on the steps of his Southwest Philadelphia home with his four dogs; a selection of robatayaki offerings from Double Knot.

EMMA FRIED-CASSORLA | BLOGGER @phillylovenotes and @phillyescapes

Neuroscientist-turned-blogger Emma Fried-Cassorla suffered from a chronic case of wanderlust throughout college: The Germantown native bounced all over the US, with extended jaunts in Montana and Arizona, before finally returning to attend UPenn. Now, instead of traveling across the country, she explores every corner of the 215 through Philly Love Notes. A visual quilt of vivid city sights, Philly Love Notes “became a project dedicated to reminding Philly residents that there is too much in the city that is forgotten or overlooked.” The original blog that accompanied Philly Love Notes’ 2012 start has since evolved into a custom woodcut and stained-glass map shop with a Philly-centric spin and given way to Philly Escapes, a picturesque punch list of stops within three hours of the city for daytrippers and staycationers.

Inspo: “Beauty in unexpected places.” Pluses and minuses: “The best part is that I usually try to be outside to watch the sunsets and sunrises. But it requires a ton of time staring at a screen. I also spend way too much time thinking

clockwise from top left: Emma Fried-Cassorla stands in front of a favorite photo backdrop in Fairmount, LOVE

by Mike Smith; an ornate staircase at the Fisher Fine Arts Library at UPenn, where the blogger went to school; the Ben Franklin Bridge at sunset with the Race Street Pier showing its fall colors.

about what I’m going to post.” #WhyILovePhilly: “It’s gritty, and beautiful, and not overly pretentious (yet).” Insta insights: “Straight horizon lines please! I only use contrast, structure, and brightness on the native IG app.” Memorable snaps: “There was an epic storm last summer that I got a before, during, and after over the skyline. It made for an amazing triptych. Sick sites: “I used to work at the Delaware River Waterfront, so everything there was an inspiration. Outside of that, places that are beautiful and less populated like Fairmount Park.” After-work cocktails: “Charlie Was a Sinner knows how to makes vegetables combined with liquor heavenly.” Snap-worthy spots: “City Hall, The Rail Park, the blue glazed stones in Old City, the Ben Franklin Bridge.” For more of Emma Fried-Cassorla’s city favorites, visit phillystylemag.com.

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Snap-worthy spots: “Shooting anywhere on Second Street in Old City is a blogger’s dream.

There’s a black and white mural on the side of Moore College of Art and Design that’s an outstanding piece of work to snap.” City speed dial: “Commonwealth Proper and Royal Tailors are my go-to for alterations. There’s no better shoe shine than at Tobox shoes and they even fix a poor patina for you, too (plus, give a stiff whiskey while you wait). One of my favorite spots for hair is The Duke Barber Co. in Northern Liberties. Sharp cuts, great convo, and amazing atmosphere.” Must-have menswear: “P’s & Q’s, Lapstone & Hammer, Suitsupply.”

Pluses and minuses: “Finding time is the hardest part of the job. I’m a new dad, husband, and business owner. There are times when I’m in my office working on content and editing, but the next day I might have to fly overseas to cover London Fashion Week Men’s.” Follower feedback: “Three fire emojis.” For more of Sabir M. Peele’s city favorites, visit phillystylemag.com.

SABIR M. PEELE | BLOGGER @mensstylepro

It didn’t take long—two months, to be exact—for Sabir M. Peele to consider a new career path after he was named one of Esquire’s Five Best Dressed Men in America in 2010. That’s when he launched the fashion-forward lifestyle blog, Men’s Style Pro, a sartorial mashup of crisp suiting, classic footwear, and men’s accessories with Peele modeling along Philly’s most familiar sidewalks. It was then that Johnston & Murphy, Awl & Sundry, and Knot Standard came calling for collaborations. The latest one, a footwear collection with Miami-based Caballero Wear, named after his newborn son Hendrix, caps off another busy year for the trendsetter. Peele’s approach is simple: “My passion is that I like to create and help guys look good in the process,” he says.

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clockwise from top left: Sabir M. Peele, sporting a look from Suitsupply, can often be spotted on city sidewalks shooting for his popular menswear blog; Kiltie loafers from local brand Cobble & Hyde, a label that Peele consults with; choosing fabrics for a collaboration with custom and bespoke menswear brand Knot Standard; street art serves as an unexpected backdrop and source of style inspiration for Peele.

from top left: Lzzy Hale soaks in some sun during downtime on the road; a collage of photos the day she got her custom “Lzzy” leather jacket, complete with a half-sleeve of fringe for playing guitar; penning song lyrics for her next album.

LZZY HALE | MUSICIAN @officiallzzyhale

Starting with their first gig at the Schuylkill County Fair in 1997, Grammy-winning rock ’n’ roll troupe Halestorm has toured with Evanescence, Shinedown, and Three Days Grace. Vocalist and guitarist Elizabeth “Lzzy” (that’s right--no vowels in her name) Hale founded Halestorm with her brother, Arejay. “We’ve always had the same goal, which is just to figure out a way to do music for the rest of our lives,” says Hale, whose rock chick vibes manifest in edgy performance candids and lifeon-the-road moments on her Instagram account, which clocks some 230,000 followers.

Inspo: “People, conversations, internal struggles, success, mustaches.”

Memorable moment: “Winning a Grammy in 2012. It was an out-of-body experience and a personal milestone for me and my band.” Follower feedback: “I get a lot of little girls tell me how inspiring it is to see a girl on stage in rock music. I’m truly humbled by this.” Sick sites: “South Street. I have so many memories playing the bars up and down that area.” Insta insights: “I use my social media like I would a mass instant message. It’s a way to stay personally connected. I get off on letting people into my world.” If I only had 20 minutes in Philly…: “I’d go to Wawa for either coffee with Irish cream half and half or a liverwurst sandwich with mustard.” Favorite place to catch a concert: “The Electric Factory.” What’s next: “Writing and touring. We start the year off in New Zealand and Australia, we’ll be releasing our third cover EP, then we write and record our fourth album on Atlantic Records.” For more of Lzzy Hale’s city favorites, visit phillystylemag.com.

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clockwise from top: 18k white-gold and 3.01-carat pavĂŠ diamond leaf wrap bracelet, Penny Preville (price on request).

Bernie Robbins Jewelers, 775 E. Lancaster Ave., Villanova, 610-971-2446; bernierobbins.com. 18k white-gold and 1.78-carat sapphire and diamond ornate bangle bracelet, Bernie Robbins Collection (price on request). Bernie Robbins Jewelers, see above.

18k white-gold and 2.37-carat pavĂŠ diamond feather earrings, Casato ($6,890). Bernie Robbins Jewelers, see above

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14k white-gold and 2.53-carat pavé-set diamond cocktail earrings, Golden Nugget Jewelers ($3,950). 800 Chestnut St., 215-925-2777; goldennugget jewelry.com. 18k white-gold and 21.38-carat diamond bracelet, Kellmer Jewelers (price on request). 510 W. Lancaster Ave., Haverford, 484-3802155; kellmer.com

18k yellow-gold and 2.70-carat diamond feather pendant necklace, Penny Preville (price on request). Bernie Robbins Jewelers, 775 E. Lancaster Ave., Villanova, 610-971-2446; bernierobbins.com.

18k yellow-gold and 2.15-carat diamond ring, Gary Mann Jewelers (price on request). 4349 Main St., Manayunk, 215-482-7051; garymannjewelry.com

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14k gold and 16.55-carat white- and yellowdiamond chandelier earrings, Luvente ($9,950). Benari Jewelers, 3606 West Chester Pike, Newtown Square, 610-355-1800; benarijewelers.com. 18k white-gold double-row diamond necklace, Bernie Robbins Collection (price on request). Bernie Robbins Jewelers, 775 E. Lancaster Ave., Villanova, 610-971-2446; bernierobbins.com

18k yellow-gold with white mother of pearl and diamond Rose de NoĂŤl clip, Van Cleef & Arpels ($33,900).

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14k white-gold and 13.22 carat diamond Feather chandelier earrings, Luvente ($10,500). Benari Jewelers, 3606 West Chester Pike, Newtown Square, 610-355-1800; benarijewelers.com

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18k white-gold and 5.02-carat round brilliantcut diamond earrings, Golden Nugget Jewelers ($6,900). 800 Chestnut St., 215-925-2777; goldennuggetjewelry.com

Sterling silver and diamond stacking ring, Lagos ($2,100 each). 1735 Walnut St., 215-567-0770; lagos.com.

18k white-gold and 8.20-carat diamond bolo necklace, A.Link for Forevermark (price on request). Morton and Rudolph Jewelers, 1900 Marlton Pike E., Cherry Hill, 856-424-1101; mortonandrudolph.com.

18k white-gold and 4.35carat diamond earrings, Forevermark (price on request). Morton and Rudolph Jewelers, see above

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Pave diamond pink butterfly pin, Kellmer Jewelers (price on request). 510 W. Lancaster Ave., Haverford, 484-3802155; kellmer.com

18k yellow- and white-gold and .45-carat princess flower diamond necklace, Roberto Coin ($8,700). Benari Jewelers, 3606 West Chester Pike, Newtown Square, 610-355-1800; benarijewelers.com.

Flower earrings, Kellmer Jewelers (price on request).

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Sterling silver and 18k gold two-tone caviar link bracelet, Lagos ($1,450).

1735 Walnut St., 215-567-0770; lagos.com. Chatelaine pavé bezel ring with lemon citrine and diamond, David Yurman ($1,700). King of Prussia Mall, 610-265-6370; davidyurman.com

18k white-gold, sapphire, and diamond Splash hairclip, Tiffany & Co. ($135,000). 1414 Walnut St., 215-7351919; tiffany.com.

Platinum brilliant cushion-cut diamond vine drop earrings, Ritani ($156,000). David Craig Jewelers, Summit Square Shopping Center, Langhorne, 215-968-8900; davidcraigjewelers.com.

18k white-gold and diamond Oiseaux de Paradis between-thefinger ring, Van Cleef & Arpels ($39,000). The Mall at Short Hills, 973-379-1800; vancleefarpels.com

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BY MARNI PRICHARD MANKO

Heading to Longwood Gardens for its long-running Longwood Christmas celebration is the Main Line’s equivalent of taking in the Macy’s Christmas Light Show in Center City: It’s a rite of passage that renders any holiday season incomplete without a visit. And it’s for good reason. Housed in what used to be Pierre duPont’s gloriously behemoth estate in the bucolic rolling hills of the Brandywine Valley, the four-acre grounds are a holiday reveller’s paradise. With over 500,000 outdoor lights adorning 124 trees, an illuminated Italian Water Garden, dancing fountains (to the beat of holiday tunes, of course), an outdoor train display, a 62-bell carillon that plays music every 30 minutes, and Christmas classics performed on Longwood’s grand 10,010-pipe organ, there’s something for just about everyone. “Our display celebrates the sounds of the season, and we have really had a lot of fun bringing that theme to life,” says Jim Sutton, Longwood’s display designer. One of this year’s high notes (literally) is a one-night performance by Grammy Awardwinning vocalist group The Swingles. With more than 50 recordings and appearances on soundtracks for films and TV shows such as Sex and the City and Glee, these seven vocal powerhouses are set to get their fans in a decidedly holiday state of mind on December 1 at 8 PM for the ultimate seasonal sing-along. longwoodgardens.org

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In 1957, Longwood Gardens opened its Christmas celebration to the public for the first time. Today, more than 300,000 guests visit every holiday season.

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BY MARNI PRICHARD MANKO

Philadelphia coffee purveyor La Colombe branches out to the suburbs with its first outpost at Bryn Mawr Village.

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“THE IDEA IS TO HAVE RETAILERS AND RESTAURANTS THAT ARE DIFFERENT THAN ANYTHING ELSE ON THE MAIN LINE.” —paul aschkenasy

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With the holiday season come mad dashes to the King of Prussia Mall or in-and-out-ofthe-car cruises up Lancaster Avenue to pick up presents, grab a bite to eat, or sweat it out at a spin class. But if you want to simplify—and not sacrifice— head over to the newly opened Bryn Mawr Village (915 and 925 W. Lancaster Ave.).

“When you go to the mall, you go to the mall, and we’re not trying to take that away from anyone,” says Paul Aschkenasy, president of Blank Aschkenasy Properties, the real estate development firm behind Bryn Mawr Village. “But what we have here is a totally different product. The idea is to be warm, welcoming, and have retailers and restaurants that are either best-in-class or different than anything else you can find on the Main Line,” he says.

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Start your day off right at La Colombe (lacolombe.com) with a jolt from a cold-draft latte, an almond croissant, or just about any other drop or bite of deliciousness that the hometown coffee shop has become worldrenowned for.

WORK IT OUT

Get your pre-shopping sweat on at Solidcore (solidcore.co), where you can get a low-impact workout on Pilateslike resistance-based machines. And pop

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right next door to Athleta (athleta.com) to stock up on some choice workout gear.

BRUNCH BUNCH

Stop in to Bryn + Dane’s (brynanddanes.com) for a super healthy fast-food breakfast and fuel up on some locally sourced nibbles like a banana wrap or an acai bowl.

Or take a break for lunch at the Turning Point (theturningpoint .biz) café and munch on a cracked lobster quesadilla or a fruity chicken salad.

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Carrying luxe wares, shoes, and accessories from designers like Chloe, 3.1 Philip Lim, and Dior, the uber-chic Kirna Zabeté (kirnazabete.com) boutique—a perennial SoHo fave—is a gift-giver’s mecca for even the most discerning shopper.

JUST SAY SPAAAH

After a long day of shopping, soothe your tired muscles with a Thai massage at the Massage Bryn Mawr (massage philly.com) membership day spa. Or stop by

Bluemercury (blue mercury.com) for a super quick Oxygen Blast Facial to get that holiday glow.

NIGHT CAPS

Finish things off at Tredici Enoteca (tredici enoteca.com), the newest outpost of Center City’s dining darling. Take in some Mediterranean fare in the massive southern California-inspired space, and of course, reward yourself for a day well done with a heady glass of Duckhorn Cabernet Sauvignon from the cruvinet.

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Jasper’s Backyard head chef Scott Simmers has a thing for cooking for A-listers. And we’re not talking about reality stars that grace the covers of weekly gossip magazines. We’re talking about the first-name-only celebrities who are so famous they float below the radar. During Simmers’ final

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interview for a chef position, Casamigos Tequila co-owner Mike Meldman had Simmers whip up the meal of his life for George Clooney and Cindy Crawford. He got two well-manicured thumbs up and the gig was his. He also cooked breakfast for Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner

on the very day they announced their divorce.

But you don’t have to be a celebrity—or even a Philebrity—to sample some of Simmers’ culinary visions.

You just have to make your way over to a remote side street in Conshohocken where you’ll find Jasper’s Backyard, one of the

suburb’s most buzzworthy new restaurants. Housed in a huge converted 1800s building, Jasper’s is a study in rustic chic. With massive two-story ceilings, two working fireplaces, outdoor seating for 80, and a hallway lined with thousands of hand-hammered pennies, the restaurant is a modern

homage to its historical roots, right down to the name: Jasper Farmer owned the land Conshohocken sits on in the 1600s.

While the design is rooted in the past, the menu is focused very much on the present. “We serve conscious New American food,” says Simmers of his lunch

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Originally hailing from Ambler, Simmers has cooked in kitchens across the globe, including stints in Las Vegas, Arizona, Hawaii, and the Bahamas, before returning to his hometown a few years ago.

And his jet-setting locales have majorly influenced his cooking. “When I moved to Arizona, I fell in love with all the spices, chiles, and mesquite-rubbed meats. In Hawaii, I fell in love with the fresh fish and Asian influences. My style’s really a combination of the desert and the ocean. But more than anything, I believe in letting the flavors pop through.”

“We wanted to stick with the New American, but with our twist,” says Kelly Sloan, co-owner and restaurant vet, about the cuisine. “We wanted it to be a place where if you had five people with different culinary tastes, they could all find something here.”

There’s enough meat and deep rich sauces to satiate the most voracious carnivore—but it’s not all for hearty eaters.

“Scott and I are both really into health and fitness [Sloan’s a former fitness instructor and Scott is, well, jacked], and it was important to both of us to also have enough wellconceived options on the menu for anyone who’s health conscious,” says Sloane. Even

the seasonal cocktails use fresh herbs, freshly squeezed citrus juices, and muddled fruits.

A few standouts have become customer faves since Jasper’s opened in June. Start off with the sticky sweet chile garlic wings or the sweet lump crabmeat with avocado and mango, topped with a wasabi vinaigrette. Or munch on crispy Conshy sweet potato fries topped with mounds of crab and a mornay sauce.

“I mean, come on, it’s a no brainer!” laughs Simmers.

“Why doesn’t anyone else put crab meat on their crab fries?”

For some down and dirty hand-held bites, try the cast iron-grilled mahi mahi taco with lime crema and slaw or the succulent pulled pork sandwich with a mangoinfused barbecue sauce.

And for the entrees, meat-lovers swear by the short ribs, which are braised overnight in a red wine reduction with fresh herbs (grown in the second-floor garden, natch), and served with truffle mashed potatoes. Or try the filet topped with a sublime shitake sauce.

If you’re more into the sea, the Kalbi-marinated tuna served with a lemon-lime butter is a winner.

The new year will bring live music and a few menu additions to the mix but, in the meantime, this “backyard” is always open. 101 E. Seventh Ave., Conshohocken, 610-8978212; jaspersbackyard.com.

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Suburban BYOB Bluefin’s sister restaurant, B2, offers a full cocktail program.

DIVE IN! SUBURBAN SUSHI STALWART BLUEFIN MAKES WAVES WITH BALA’S NEW B2.

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For the Main Line ladieswho-lunch set, a culinary jaunt too far off Lancaster Avenue—in any direction —is nearly taboo. But for the past 16 years, Yong Kim has defied the culinary gods and lured boundary-abiding Main Liners to his Plymouth Meeting BYOB Bluefin for spicy rock sundae and salmon/tuna hybrid Davitch roll—both of which are long-standing customer faves. “I’m the owner and the chef, so I really try to take care of my customers,” say Kim when asked about his cultish following. “I think that’s the key, but high-quality ingredients definitely help make it great sushi.”

Now Bluefin loyalists can choose between the original

location and B2, Kim’s latest outpost set to open in early winter. Housed in the old Chops location in Bala Cynwyd, diners will find a similar menu full of sushi rolls and sashimi, with more emphasis on oysters, clams, and other cold-water platters. But this location’s going to take things one step further on the libation front.

B2 cocktail plans include a sweet happy hour (can you say half-price sushi?), plus a full-service 22-person bar that pours five types of craft beers, a dozen sake varieties, and an assortment of white wines. With two locations to tend to in 2017, it looks like Kim is on quite a roll. 401 E. City Ave., 215-271-5520; restaurantbluefin.com

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CHANUKAH EXTRAVAGANZA Join us for our Annual Chanukah Extravaganza event. This year we combine our traditional December 25 Open/Free day at the J with Chanukah. Fun for families, dreidel spinning, music, crafts, bounces and latkes. Plus enjoy community service projects and food options from Nana’s Kitchen. More info as we get closer at www.phillyjcc.com.

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WHITEMARSH ONCE IN A GREAT WHILE a magnificent property like this comes on the market. Sitting beyond impressive iron gates and a beautiful entry courtyard, nestled on a private tree lined cul-de-sac street. This 4.97 acres are park-like with total privacy and surrounded by the Pennypack Watershed on all sides. Enter the sunlit front to back 2.5 story Foyer with the main staircase that has a custom banister. This is one of three staircases in the home. 5 Bedrooms, 8 Full Baths and 2 Half Baths all have timeless integrity and attention to detail. This home is an ideal family home that offers opportunity for grand entertaining. An elevator will transport you to all three levels. Hardwood floors are found throughout the first floor with tile floors in the Entry, Kitchen and Butler’s Pantry. Woodwork and decorative moldings including on the ceiling beautify this home. Elegant Living Room and formal Dining Room have floor to ceiling doors that acts as windows to allow generous amounts of sunlight in. Both room have fireplaces. The Library has a large bay window, wet bar, fireplace, built-ins and a large screen TV makes this a wonderful room to watch all sports. Indoor pool has 11 doors leading to the magnificent grounds. The room is 2.5 story ceiling

with windows at the top of the beamed ceiling. The gourmet Kitchen and Butler’s Pantry have all the necessities for entertaining. A large pantry has a wine refrigerator. There is an eating area. The Butler’s Pantry serves the Kitchen and Dining Room. The upstairs balcony landing connects the Master Suite to all the rest of the house. The balcony is dramatic overlooking the back grounds, front Foyer and Sunroom perfect for growing plants all year round. Occupying one wing is a fantastic Master Suite that includes a sitting room, fireplace, his and her baths, unbelievable walk-in closets and a separate Exercise Room with steps to the indoor pool. In the other wing you will find a large Office with a Full Bath that could be another Bedroom, 2 more generous sized Bedrooms with their own Full Baths, large Laundry Room and Nanny Suite with a Kitchenette, Living Room and separate Bedroom complete the second floor. Take the elevator to the lower level with a Family Room that has a fireplace, Powder Room, hobby room and many mechanical rooms. Enjoy the tranquility and peace of the backyard as you sit on the custom patio. Completing the home is a heated four-car attached garage, full house generator and 1000+ circuit breakers. This home has it all!

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WITH ITS ICONIC VINTAGE MONOGRAMMED TRUNKS IN TOW, LOUIS VUITTON SETTLES INTO A DESIGNMINDED NEW BOUTIQUE.

One doesn’t just “put away” their Louis Vuitton items. They carefully display, arrange, even exhibit their designer treasures somewhere conspicuous for random acts of admiration. At the new Louis Vuitton, a corner boutique splashed in subtle shades of gold, right down to the exterior flower pattern panels, in the new wing of the King of Prussia Mall, the interior design question at hand was not where to place the entirety of the maison—men’s and women’s leather goods, shoes, accessories, fine jewelry—but how. In the Travel Room, Philadelphia jetsetters can gawk at vintage trunks and the rainbow luggage tag wall while shopping the label’s new Horizon rolling luggage collection (on-site hot stamping personalization is a must). A wall of the shop was turned over to formally fête the arrival of Les Parfums Louis Vuitton, the label’s first fragrance collection since the 1940s. Elsewhere, the arrangement of low-slung seating, warm-hued wood, and staggered display alcoves feel more like a luxurious living room than a retail boutique.

You may not be able to put up your feet—even in your LV loafers—but this living room is worth spending some time in.

King of Prussia Mall, 610-9920392; us.louisvuitton.com

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The look of Louis: The rebooted King of Prussia Mall storefront boasts golden hues, contemporary furnishings, and nods to the label’s luxe heritage.

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NEW KINGS ON THE BLOCK MORE SHOPS, RESTAURANTS, AND HOMES HIT KING OF PRUSSIA WHILE WORK IS UNDERWAY ON THE HOTLY-ANTICIPATED W HOTEL. BY CONNIE CAPONE

More is more in King of Prussia. First, the mall unveiled its new corridor of designer stores in September; now the King of Prussia Town Center (kingofprussia towncenter.com) adds even more hot restaurants and retailers to the mix. The 260,000-squarefoot outdoor lifestyle complex is home to Ulta Beauty, LA Fitness,

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Nordstrom Rack, and Center City favorite Davio’s Northern Italian Steakhouse. “We have been very strategic in working to assemble a healthy, complementary mix of businesses to create a destination that brings a unique community gathering space to this thriving area,” says Tom Sebastian, senior vice president of

King of Prussia is in the midst of another building boom thanks to new projects like the Brownstones at the Village at Valley Forge (left) and the King of Prussia Town Center (right).

development with real estate investment firm The JBG Companies.

Outdoor accents include fountains and a 60-foot fire wall along the communal Town Square.

Nineteen properties are slated to open in the Town Center throughout next summer. This is JBG Companies’ first construction outside of the Washington, DC, area.

Not far from the hustle of King of Prussia, townhome community The Brownstones at The Village at Valley Forge (thebrownstones bytoll.com) is taking shape. The latest Toll Brothers venture is a prime locale for commuters, shoppers, and wayfarers. Sales began this fall for the modern

three-bedroom units, offering two unique design layouts, the Dennison and Hasen.

Homebuyers have hundreds of personalization options, while staple features include open floor plans, nine-foot ceilings, and granite countertop kitchens. “Toll Brothers is thrilled to be a part of an outstanding project

SPACE PROPERT Y NEWS “W HAS BEEN TRYING TO GET INTO PHILLY FOR THE LAST 20 YEARS.” —jeff cohen

that complements the wonderful restaurants and shops at the neighboring King of Prussia Town Center,” says Adam Lampl, project manager.

Another bonus: Easy access to attractions like Valley Forge National Historical Park and the Schuylkill River Trail.

The first major property built west of Broad Street in over two decades, the dual branded W Philadelphia and Element Philadelphia hotels (starwoodhotels.com) at 15th and Chestnut Streets signal Philly’s best days are ahead, says Jeff Cohen, president of Vine Street Ventures Incorporated. Leading the development of the 51-story tower, now under construction, is VSV Subsidiary Vine Street Matthews. The W and Element will function simultaneously, with 295 and 460 rooms respectively. A full amenity floor including a spa and a rooftop pool will be W’s signature perks, while Element suits extended-stay guests with full kitchens in every room.

The properties share 40,000 square feet of meeting space, which Cohen feels will fit the influx of business brought by the nearby Convention Center. “We thought we could create a unique product that Philadelphia has never seen before, operating two distinct hotels while also being attuned to the needs of the city’s business district,” says Cohen.

“From a brand perspective, W has been trying to get into Philly for the last 20 years.”

The hotels are expected for completion in mid-2018.

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Two distinctly different hotels under one roof: the W Philadelphia and Element Philadelphia will share an address at 15th and Chestnut Streets.

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“The Hermés Avalon blanket is like a Birkin for the home. It adds some arm candy to your armchair.” Hermés ($1,525). King of Prussia Mall, 610-992-9730; hermes.com

COMFORT ZONE FOR SOPHISTICATED SEASONAL DÉCOR, ANI SEMERJIAN SAYS A LITTLE GLITZ GOES A LONG WAY. BY CONNIE CAPONE

For interior designer Ani Semerjian, the traditional Main Line style--from scalloped curtains and antique furniture to floral fabric and mellow palettes— simply did not jibe with the modern aesthetic she brought from her home city of San Francisco. After earning her Master’s degree in interior design from Drexel University in 2005, she softened her style heritage to suburban Philly’s influence and founded Semerjian Interiors with her husband, Mark. An HGTV fixture and home guru for NBC 10, Semerjian says her technique has evolved organically into what is now known as transitional design. This

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balance between conventional and contemporary offers a multitude of accessories and embellishments for the home this winter. “I like to incorporate some green because it brings the winter element inside,” says Semerjian, “and purple is making a big comeback this year.” Sprucing up a space with crystal accents adds a dimension of glitz that is paramount to elegant winter styling, she says. As for au courant holiday decorating that doesn’t border on tacky, “Keep it simple,” Semerjian says. “It always looks clean when you stick to a single theme, incorporating two colors at most.” semerjianinteriors.com

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The I Dream of Agate Cabinet is a chic conversation piece. “The agate illuminates and brings a sense of style and energy to your space.”

John-Richard ($4,485). johnrichard.com

“Shagreen, or sharkskin, used to be a high-end, rare material.

Now it’s making an affordable comeback in the faux version, like these bath accessories.

These greige color tones work with any interior.” Restoration Hardware ($155–$259). King of Prussia Mall, 610-265-5959; restorationhardware.com

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Michael Aram’s limited-edition brass and granite Pegasus statue makes a statement.

“Mythology sculptures add some magic to your home.”

Neiman Marcus ($2,500). King of Prussia Mall, 610-962-6200; neimanmarcus.com

A dining room designed by Ani Semerjian features one of her design favorites: a chandelier. “It’s like jewelry for your home and looks wonderful in any space.”

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Imagine that you could combine everything you love about your gym, spa, and country club into one dreamy urban Eden. Larry Korman, co-CEO of Korman Communities, did just that for the new AKA University City at Cira Centre South. Dubbed Level 28, the posh amenities floor--“a first of its kind in Philly,” says Korman--is open to both private members and residents of the property’s 268 hotel rooms and apartments. Here, Korman offers a look around.

RELAX. A 72-foot stainless-steel pool,

on-site Technogym fitness training, yoga, and massage therapy round out Level 28’s wellness package.

“The enclosed pool deck is the perfect spot to knock out emails or relax in the evening,” says Korman.

RESET. Korman worked closely with architects to create the landscaped terrace, a 5,000-square-foot getaway with unrivaled views of the city skyline. “We wanted to ensure the space was as tranquil as possible, with sleek wood furnishings, abundant greenery and flowers, fire features, wine service, and more.”

RECREATE. Level 28’s indoor 3-D golf simulator brings the putting green right to you. Cinephiles, meanwhile, can head to the private cinema for their movie fix, plus extras like wine tastings and a “meet the filmmakers” series.

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CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: Lofty views from a bedroom inside AKA University City; the expansive terrace is a chic outdoor meeting space; AKA University City is just steps from 30th Street Station; the stainless-steel indoor pool is a year-round escape.

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Anyone on their way to a movie, dinner, or an art gallery has probably passed the stately red brick home at Third and Walnut and wondered just what lies inside. If you’ve been intrigued by its marble terraces and lush plantings, its fourcar garage and classic proportions, know this: You ain’t seen nothing yet.

As a visitor walks through the mahogany doors into a small foyer, she is greeted by a steel staircase that seems to bend and twirl for ages, unspooling like a Slinky

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up to the sky. “We didn’t have a budget,” smiles the owner, Anthony, as he indicates the steps, which are comprised of four separate handassembled wood panels inset with more steel.

“We didn’t let anything stand in our way.”

Straight across from the entrance awaits a copper-roofed loggia that surrounds a surprise woodland garden—bigger and more lush than the front space, with five river birch trees topping out at about 60 feet—and provides a covered

walkway to the garage.

The owners prefer to enter in more low-key fashion. After all, these empty nesters built this 5,400-square-foot home on several empty lots in 1999 because they placed a premium on privacy, security, and quiet. An inconspicuous side door leads to Anthony’s small office, which besides a desk and built-in bookshelves, sports a marbletopped bar and a leadglass door whose grapevine motif hints at what’s beyond. It’s this 1,200-bottle wine closet,

outfitted in mahogany cabinetry and rust and gray African slate— along with the garden— that Anthony will miss most when he and his wife, Marie, move permanently to their home down the Shore.

“We go out for dinner just about every night,” he says, “and I love picking out the perfect accompaniment from my own collection.”

Sweeping aside a pair of pocket doors, he leads a guest into that grand foyer. Beyond lies a powder room—featuring

a hand-painted mural as do many of the rooms— along with laundry and other utility rooms and, should one desire, an elevator. But why bother, when that delightful stairway beckons?

On the second floor, the same warm bubinga (also known as African rosewood) flooring that runs throughout the home connects a sweeping suite of public spaces, beginning with a living area that features a distressed plaster feature wall and floor-to-ceiling ebony shelves filled

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Australian cabinetry in light hues brightens an already sunny kitchen. right: Stairing contest: The free-floating custom circular stairway, crafted from steel and wood, spans three floors.

Thick with greenery, the backyard feels more suburban than urban. right: A stately home office can easily transform into another living space.

with objets. The sculptural six-foot-tall floor lamp, says Anthony, “is one that my crazy Cuban decorator, Pedro Rodriguez, found somewhere.”

An adjunct sitting room overlooking the garden brings the outdoors in with brightly patterned patio furniture and a hand-assembled latticework wall covering. The dining area comfortably seats the owners’ immediate family of 15 as they gather for special occasions under the romantic glimmer of a Venetian light fixture. Nearby, the Euro Designs kitchen seamlessly blends burled light wood cabinetry and top-of-theline stainless steel appliances to ensure the party goes smoothly.

Upstairs, a charming lightfilled guest room suite features a marble-clad bathroom, but it’s in the palatial master bedroom setup that the expert hand of Rodriguez most shines. The huge walk-in dressing room is a virtual copy of one designed for a New York media celebrity, while a distinctive and rare onyx from Iran covers the his-and-her sinks, the vanity table, and the rain shower.

In the sleeping area, padded silk jacquard wall coverings, an eight-foot gilded mirror, a sleigh bed, and a generous seating area provide every comfort. Sixteen feet above, a cupola ceiling painted to resemble the sky just begs for a whimsical putto and, indeed, laughs Anthony, “Pedro wanted to paint his face at the center—but I drew the line at that.” For more information, contact Mike McCann, Berkshire Hathaway Fox & Roach Realtors, 530 Walnut St., 215-627-6005; mccannteam.com

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In the super-car game the term “daily driver” is often code for entry level.

That just doesn’t sound right when you are shopping for a Ferrari.

What does sound very right is the screaming exhaust of the Ferrari California T Handling Speciale edition.

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Priced starting around $207,000, the California is a modest offering for Ferrari but, based on a daylong jaunt around South Jersey and the Main Line, this new variant proves plenty aggressive—and who doesn’t need a little muscle on the Schuylkill

at rush hour? The California is powered by a 3.9 liter, twin-turbo V8 engine producing 560 horsepower and a blistering zero-to-60 mph in about three seconds.

The newly tuned suspension and steering make this model even more sporty and responsive.

And yet the California is very much a comfortable car. “The new California T HS offers the perfect combination of performance and daily drivability,” says Francis DeRuschi, general sales manager at Algar Ferrari of Philadelphia. “And at this price point it certainly

offers exceptional value.”

Consider the buttery leather interior, carbon fiber accents, custom wheels, and convertible drop top and this car really lives up to its West Coast wow factor. 1234 E. Lancaster Ave., Bryn Mawr, 610-527-1100; algarferrari.com

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Cherry Hill Contemporary 4 bedroom, 2.2 bath home with 2 car garage and in-ground pool. 2 story foyer w/ rounded staircase, living room with fireplace, full bar, large eat in Kitchen. Master bedroom suite has a luxurious bath and plenty of closet space. Full finished basement. Great outside for entertaining. …$699,000

Medford/Pendleton Ridge Magnificent Custom 4 BR, 4.5 baths, large gourmet eat-in Kitchen, 10 ft ceilings on 1st floor, Large Mstr Suite w/ huge walk-in closet, basement w/3 car garage on a private lot on a quiet cul-de-sac…..$774,900.

Voorhees/Alluvium 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath 2 car garage Tudor home on a corner lot. Updated kitchen, dining room, Living Room, family room with gas Fireplace, first floor study and finished basement with custom built-in bar.

Large fences in back yard with multi-level deck. ….$419,000

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Located in Old City, the Italian design group was founded in 1960, and has since became a leader in the lighting realm. They focus on creating sustainable and efficient products, and have been known to work with renowned designers such as Mario Botta and Enzo Mari. artemide.net THE BAZEMORE GALLERY

The Manayunk gallery invites art lovers to check out their EcoWall: a beautiful, sustainable,

architectural exhibit that lives in the middle of the gallery, surrounded by colorful paintings and art pieces by both local and established contemporary artists. thebazemoregallery.com BJS DESIGNS

Philadelphia native BJ Spencer believes a home’s shared spaces should be beautiful, functional, and reflective of the people who use them. Her distinctive aesthetic can be seen throughout The Residences at the RitzCarlton, Philadelphia. bjsinteriordesign.com

Helping you find the perfect place to call home. ~ Wendy Rosen BOCONCEPT

For all of your modern furniture needs head to BoConcept, Chestnut Street’s Danish home showroom that offers luxury metal, glass, and upholstered pieces. Their team of talented designers include Henrik Pedersen, Fran Schrofer, and more. boconcept.com BRIDGETTE MAYER GALLERY

Bridgette Mayer brings her 15 years of international experience to bear at her gallery, offering works from some of the world’s most talented artists. Visit the Walnut Street location to view modern pieces. bridgettemayergallery.com COLONIAL MARBLE & GRANITE

With four locations in the tri-state area, Colonial is the largest installer and fabricator of countertops, floors, and walls. Their work with custom materials includes A modern kitchen shines (literally) courtesy of Freeman Interiors.

onyx, mosaics, natural wood, and signature pieces. colonialmarble.net CLOSETS BY DESIGN

Since 1982, Closets by Design has helped homeowners revamp and reorganize their storage spaces. The Exton company’s expertise allows clients to have a completely tailored experience from the consultation to finished product. philadelphia. closetsbydesign.com FREEMAN INTERIORS

Based in Philadelphia, the nationally renowned interior design team of Don and Renee Freeman boasts an impressive list of high-end clients including some of the chicest hotels in the city. freemaninteriors.com LUXE HOME

With thousands of modern and contemporary pieces available,

When quality matters, contact: Wendy Rosen, Realtor® 530 Walnut Street, Suite 260 Philadelphia, PA 19106 C: 215.920.1231 wdyrosen@gmail.com

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The constantly rotating inventory at the 60,000-square-foot showroom has savvy shoppers always coming back for another visit. The loft space offers an array of unique items for home, garden, crafts, antiques, and more. materialculture.com

New to the King of Prussia Mall area, the internationally acclaimed home furnishings store pride themselves in offering eco-friendly pieces from rugs to upholstery and storage units. mgbwhome.com

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A commitment to extraordinary service City furniture mecca Roche Bobois mixes in a modern touch. Even though they have an international presence, their local showroom will allow you to work with an experienced team in order to plan your project down to the last detail. rochebobois.com

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Ani Semerjian, awardwinning interior designer, brings West Coast design sensibilities to Philadelphia. The fullservice firm specializes in elite residential projects with an eye for clean, contemporary design. semerjianinteriors.com

This modern furniture destination, owned by Bob and Kathy Deniken, is filled with contemporary pieces handpicked by the owners from across the globe. From Shilling Leather to Thayer Coggin and Weiman, its collections hail from more than 100 different manufacturers. uniqueinteriors.com

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From woven wood shades to metal blinds and custom drapery, the Shade Store has everything you need to dress up every window in your home. Their most popular products include blackout roller shades available in 37 different materials, and 3-percent solar shades which protect your interiors from harmful UV rays. theshadestore.com

Before being placed in its Center City showroom, Usona’s unique furniture collections are tastefully crafted by European manufacturers. Check out their assortment of pieces perfect for bedroom, living room, home office, and outdoor spaces. usonahome.com

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The award-winning team at Wallace relies on their innovative design process to ensure your creative vision comes to life. From landscaped courtyards to swimming pools, decorative fencing, ponds, and roof gardens, their expertise in exteriors is endless. wallacelandscape.com

Fretz presents the SubZero and Wolf showroom in Philadelphia. Stop by to view a variety of kitchen appliances and products perfect for your home.

Their dedication to oneon-one attention will help you create the kitchen of your dreams. subzero-wolf.com

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Spend a day shopping their garden, outdoor living, house, and home products before enjoying a fresh, seasonal dish from the Garden Cafe. shopterrain.com UNIQUE INTERIORS

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RYDAL Welcome to this Two Story Contemporary home with 4 Bedrooms, 3.1 Baths situated on 2.09 acres. This home features an open Foyer and Living Room, an eat-in Kitchen with white cabinets and granite counters. The second level has a Master Suite with great closets plus a dressing room, a large Master Bath with a jacuzzi and a stall shower. There are 3 more Bedrooms and 2 Full Baths. Entertaining is the key to this house with a wonderful flow.

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THE GUIDE ST YLE Now with an expanded lower level for services, Center City salon Giovanni & Pileggi celebrated its 20th anniversary this fall.

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of glamour greatness. bluehairstudio.com

This Center City salon and spa is the perfect urban getaway. Book a whole day of services—from cut and colors to body bronzing and aromatherapy wraps— then check out one of the area’s stellar restaurants. adolfbiecker.com

CALISTA GRAND

The award-winning spa exudes a zen-like atmosphere that offers instant relaxation. The Thai Herbal Heat Treatment fuses Eastern and Western practices with ingredients like lemongrass and turmeric for a deep muscle relaxation. amesalonandspa.com BELLEVUE SALON AND SPA

Tucked inside one of Center City’s most iconic buildings, the bustling salon offers a bevy of services for clients who are on the go: Think 30-minute facials, blowouts, nail services, and express makeup touch-ups. bellevuesalonandspa.com BLUE HAIR STUDIO

With an atmosphere of live jazz music mixed with a coffeehouse vibe and a high-end salon, Blue’s team of stylists, makeup artists, and skin specialists create an eclectic mash-up

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COLE WELLNESS SPA

This suburban spa prides itself on its natural remedies and products. Services such as the stone massage and the purification facial use the gentlest ingredients to maximize skincare benefits and boost wellness. colewellnessspa.com THE DENTAL SPA

From porcelain veneers to teeth whitening, Dr. Paul J. Berson and Dr. Harold B. Yaffe are on speed dial for savvy city and suburban clients alike. phillydentalspa.com FOREVER YOUNG MED SPA

New to Locust Street, the med spa invites clients to schedule a consultation for SculpSure, a 25-minute, nonsurgical treatment that permanently eliminates fat on areas resistant to diet and exercise. foreveryoung medspas.com

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can’t be beat. theborgata.com

Owner Giovanni Mele, with 20 years of innovative hair services, also has his own line of haircare products guaranteed to extend the life of your locks. giovannipileggi.com

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This high-end spa in the sky promises the ultimate treatyourself day: Experience Ayurvedic treatments and then lounge by the indoor pool while enjoying healthy fare and cocktails. The 32nd-floor marina views of Atlantic City

Grab your friends and head to the city’s premier spa party destination. Whether you are celebrating a bachelorette party or milestone, the massage therapy and body treatments will have your group ready to rejoice. lereverittenhousespa.com LOUIS P. BUCKY PLASTIC SURGERY

With multiple area locations, Dr. Louis P. Bucky leads a reputable staff in the cosmetic surgery industry. His expertise

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Pampering at Calista Grand means stone massages, sea salt scrubs, and corrective coloring. Co-owners Maria McCool and Donald Moore also offer a complete line of beauty and haircare products from shampoos to hot rollers. calistagrand.com

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Smooth operator: Salon Vanity is carrying several new-to-Philly services including a duo of keratin treatments by Lasio.

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is in achieving a natural look through body and facial rejuvenation including repair and reconstruction. drbucky.com MARTINO CARTIER

The award-winning celebrity hairstylist, with spots in Cherry Hill and Sewell, reinvents clientsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; looks with his dry cutting technique.

End with a texturizing treatment such as the permanent wave or the Keratin complex smoothing service. martinocartier.com NATOLI DENTAL

Dr. Joseph N. Natoli and Dr. Vincent Scaringi service the bright smiles of South Jersey. Visit their suburban office for general dentistry, teeth whitening, dental implants, or cosmetic work. natolidental.com OGGI SALON & SPA

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Oggi provides a full-service salon and spa experience to Rittenhouse clientele. Opt for the Oggi Sampler for a little bit of everything: a 45-minute salt glow, half-hour massage, mini

facial, and manicure. oggisalonandspa.com PAGEBOY HAIR

Led by owner Nikki La Russa Ciliberto, Pageboy Hair uses innovative techniques to achieve the latest looks. Keep an eye out for some of your favorite hair products including Moroccanoil and Color Proof. pageboyhair.com PENN MEDICINE COSMETIC SURGERY

Penn Medicine is consistently praised as one of the top hospitals in the nation-and its Plastic Surgery Department is no exception.

From breast augmentation to abdominoplasty and facelifts, their cosmetic procedures focus on enhancing appearances and confidence. pennmedicine.org PLATINUM HAIR DESIGN

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Awaken your senses with a day of pampering at the Ritz-Carlton, Philadelphia’s premier salon, Richel D’Ambra. Reboot with the sacred stones massage, a service that uses warm stones and gentle pressure for ultimate relaxation. richeldambra.com RITTENHOUSE ORTHO

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Celebrity stylist Paul Labrecque counts some of the most famous women in the world as clients. Book an appointment with Labrecque for a total hair transformation or while

away an afternoon at the sleek spa. The unique Detox skin service uses pure Ox2cygen molecules to eliminate toxins and rejuvenate the skin. therittenhousespaclub.com SALON NORMAN DEE

Located in northeast Philadelphia, the fullservice Salon Norman Dee is the perfect location for a girls’ night out.

Schedule a mani/pedi, makeup application, and blowout before hitting the town with your just-styled squad. salonnormandee.com SALON VANITY Philly trendsetters and more than a few local TV personalities all call on Salon Vanity to keep their locks in picture-perfect condition. Led by owner and stylist Edmondo Blando, the salon is among the first to bring the latest hair treatments and techniques to Philadelphia. salonvanity.com SALON ZIZA

Salon owner and style expert Liz Stelmach brings an array of hair-enhancement techniques to her suburban clients like the latest non-damaging hair extensions and custom hair pieces for those looking for a little extra volume. salonziza.com SIGNACURL

This Rittenhouse salon helps women achieve runway looks by accentuating their personal style.

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THE GUIDE SCENE Scallops accompanied by seasonal ingredients are a prime seafood choice at Center City steakhouse Davio’s.

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This sleek Rittenhouse eatery oozes culinary confidence thanks to creative, seasonal small plates, a charcoal grill, and thoughtful pours. Sneak down the hallway to a.bar for a postprandial cocktail. akitchenandbar.com AMADA

Jose Garces began his

empire with Amada, a rustic-chic restaurant that celebrates Spanish cuisine.

Get a front-row seat to the theatrics at the chef’s counter and dive into signature plates like lobster paella and roasted suckling pig. amadarestaurant.com

Aqimero brings unique flavors from chef Richard Sandoval. With a woodfired grill on hand, filet mignon, whole Maine lobster, king Pacific salmon, and ribeye can be ordered in an array of marinades including adobo and mojo. richardsandoval.com/aqimero

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Located in the lobby of the iconic Ritz-Carlton,

BARCLAY PRIME

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Barclay Building, this luxe Stephen Starr steakhouse boasts some of the best cuts of beef in town. Arrive early or stay late to enjoy the intimate library lounge— with a martini in hand, of course. barclayprime.com BUDDAKAN

Stephen Starr’s ode to Asian fusion remains one of Philly’s biggest restaurant

success stories. Guests Zen out over shareable plates, lychee martinis, and the towering golden Buddha that lords over the dining room. buddakan.com BUTCHER BAR

The talented team behind city favorites including Valanni, Mercato, and Varga invites you to join them in a meat-lovers paradise. Menu

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THE GUIDE SCENE Aqimero puts an artful spin on classic huevos rancheros.

items such housemade beef jerky, bacon cheddar brat, and mother-approved Italian meatballs are accompanied by an impressive whiskeybased cocktail program. butcherbarphilly.com CAFFE ALDO LAMBERTI

Open for more than two decades, Caffe Aldo Lamberti has something for every taste and occasion.

Go casual with small plates at the bar or reserve a table for two and sample from an exhaustive menu of Italian fare—traditional to contemporary—in the main dining room. caffelamberti.com D’ANGELO’S RISTORANTE ITALIANO

This Italian restaurant’s best dishes are culled from generations of family recipes: Think classics like chicken cacciatore, veal francaise, and lasagna.

Stop by on Fridays and Saturdays for live music. dangeloristorante.com DAVIO’S NORTHERN ITALIAN STEAKHOUSE

This second-floor Rittenhouse steakhouse continues to reinvent itself with seasonal dishes and cocktails, gluten-free menus, and a recently added Sunday brunch. Don’t miss the famed cheesesteak spring rolls. davios.com/phil Top Chef winner Kevin Sbraga does not disappoint with this pork-centric restaurant.

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Banquette seating and bookcases lined with decorative touches make Gran Caffe L’Aquila feel like dining at a friend’s house.

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their 120 different whiskeys. sbragadining.com GRAN CAFFE L’AQUILA

The rich Italian heritage of this landmark bilevel cafe can be found in both the impressive menu and beautiful decor. In addition to fresh pasta and bruschette, save room for their creamy, handmade gelato and ricotta-filled tiramisu. grancaffelaquila.com

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HUGO’S FROG BAR AND CHOP HOUSE

The newest restaurant to SugarHouse Casino, Hugo’s offers diners and casino-goers a meaty variety of steaks and chops

from filet mignon to the porterhouse. Seafood fanatics will also enjoy the fresh fish selections such as the Alaskan King Crab chopped salad. hugos frogbar.com IZAKAYA

Tucked inside Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa, Izakaya is Michael Schulson’s modern take on Japanese comfort foods.

The dusky ambience, shareable dishes, and creative cocktail list make it one of AC’s most popular reservations for large groups. theborgata.com LACROIX

Executive chef Jonathan Cichon leads the charge at

the Rittenhouse Hotel’s celebrated kitchen, where his artful dishes are inspired by the seasons and locally sourced ingredients. Drop by the Library Bar or the Mary Cassatt Tea Room to experience all the hotel has to offer. lacroixrestaurant.com MORIMOTO

This hot spot radiates an unmistakably trendy vibe.

In addition to raw and sushi bars, Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto offers dishes such as light, tender rock shrimp tempura and spicy king crab. morimoto restaurant.com OSTERIA

The inviting, warm atmosphere at Marc Vetri’s Northern Italian-inspired restaurant is reason enough to pay a visit. Plant your group of 14 at the Kitchen Table, or rent out Osteria for a seated dinner or standing-only cocktail reception. osteriaphilly.com POSITANO COAST

You’ll be transported to the coast of Italy courtesy of the stark white tiles and beautiful murals at this Old City favorite. Known for savory Italian cuisine, Positano Coast also offers some of the city’s freshest seafood. Opt for the tuna tartare or crabmeat tacos with chipotle aioli. positanocoast.net R2L

Take in breathtaking views of the city from 37 floors above, while enjoying signature drinks and American fare courtesy of chef Daniel Stern. Best bet:

grilled truffle flatbread and the three-step margarita with Olmeca blanco from a windowside booth. r2lrestaurant.com ROUGE

Rouge endures as the city’s ultimate see-and-be-seen spot. Sip Champagne at a sidewalk table or the marble-topped round bar and dive into one of the hefty signature burgers or dayboat scallops while soaking up views of the Square. rouge98.com

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SAMPAN

Sampan is a haven for Pan-Asian fare, available in both small and large plates.

Grab a drink and enjoy the shrimp dumplings, vegetable spring rolls, and tuna rice crackers. The rear Graffiti Bar boasts plenty of beer and an eclectic crowd. sampanphilly.com SBRAGA

Take a seat at the chef’s counter and watch as Kevin Sbraga oversees the kitchen of his eponymous restaurant on the Avenue of the Arts. The New American flavors shine in the four-course prix fixe menu. sbragadining.com

114 S 13TH ST.

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SCARPETTA

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In September, LDV Hospitality held the grand opening of Scarpetta, located in a bilevel space inside the beautiful Rittenhouse Hotel. The James Beard-nominated restaurant highlights local ingredients and features menu favorites including creamy polenta, fresh branzino, creamy cavatelli, N O R E S E R VA T I O N S

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and roasted beet salad, among others. ldvhospitality.com SUGA

Philly’s Most Glamorous Bash

Acclaimed chef Susanna Foo and her son Gabriel offer an eclectic mix of Chinese and French fusion cuisine. The popcorn pork ravioli is the perfect appetizer to enjoy before indulging in the whole branzino, stuffed with lump crab meat, squash, and a tomato tamarind sauce. sugabyfoo.com TREDICI ENOTECA

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Tredici offers an entirely different vibe than sister restaurant Zavino, right across the street, with its Mediterranean plates and intimate raw bar. tredicienoteca.com VALANNI

Serving MediterraneanLatin cuisine, Valanni offers a trendy vibe with its upbeat music and many specialty cocktails—and morphs into a nightspot on weekends. valanni.com

VETRI

Visit chef Marc Vetri’s namesake eatery and embark on a memorable culinary journey. Enjoy signature dishes or learn how to make your own with the hands-on Vetri Cucina cooking classes. vetriristorante.com VOLVÉR

Jose Garces offers upscale tasting menus and unparalleled service in a setting that combines industrial and modern design. Its location at the Kimmel Center makes it a go-to for concertgoers but the plush lounge is a must for cocktails any night of the week. philadelphia. volverrestaurant.com ZAVINO

This comfortable Midtown Village eatery serves thin-crust pizzas and handmade pastas with a lengthy list of spirits and wines in a casual, high-energy room. zavino.com

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Music Director Yannick Nézet-Séguin, and the brightest guest stars will dazzle you in a spectacular evening of music and resplendent dining, all in support of the Academy of Music Restoration Fund on January 28, 2017.

Be swept away to the magical Land of the Sweets as Tchaikovsky’s iconic score pairs lavish sets, opulent costumes, and enchanting performances of dancers. Pennsylvania Ballet presents George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker®, presented by Bank of America Merrill Lynch at the beautiful Academy of Music from December 9-31.

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Hair O’ The Dog, will celebrate 23 years on January 7th with its biggest celebration to date.

Partygoers will wag their tails off at The Fillmore Philadelphia to sounds by celebrity Lil Jon, DJ/Producer Dillon Francis & more. Catering

by Wolfgang Puck. A portion of the proceeds will benefit Bianca’s Kids.

Enjoy a night of amazing auctions, inspiring stories, honoree presentations, and fabulous food and dancing, all to help end childhood cancer.

Join Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation for The 11th Annual Lemon Ball on January 14 at the Philadelphia Marriott Downtown.

Vibrant colors and dance routines will be on display at the 2017 Mummers Parade and Fancy Brigade Finale on Jan. 1. Whether you come for the elaborate floats and costumes of the Fancy Division or music from the String Bands, you will be treated to an unforgettable experience.

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UPSTANDING CITIZEN! STILL GOING STRONG AFTER 35 YEARS BEHIND THE MIC AT WMMR, PIERRE ROBERT TALKS ABOUT THE FORTUNE TELLER’S TALE THAT CAME TRUE, AND GOING LIVE AT LIVE AID.

On-air record player and rock-music storyteller Pierre Robert has been both the face and voice of Philly radio for more than three decades.

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move at 1985’s Live Aid. “I left San Francisco radio and moved to Philly in 1981 to make a career here, only to wind up at Essene, the health-food place off South Street, loading 50-pound sacks of brown rice. Not an auspicious start.” Ready to throw in the towel after months of being denied a meeting with WMMR,

Robert went to a palm reader, who told him he would soon receive a letter.

“Next day I got a note from WMMR’s GM who told me to come by and discuss my future.” Just a few years later, Robert found himself at the Live Aid concert for African hunger relief at the old JFK Stadium. Even though rival station WYSP was the mega-

production’s on-air partner, Robert had volunteered for stage clean-up. It proved to be a serendipitous gig: Robert gained access to production and VIP areas that even WYSP didn’t have so he jumped at the chance to interview everyone from Jack Nicholson to Phil Collins.

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