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CONTENTS NOVEMBER 2018 FASHION
34 Tim Hentschel
18 Rebel Wedding 26 Q’s for Cynthia Rowley
COVER 36 Tim Hentschel
FASHION WEEK 42 Fashion Week 2018 44 Ruby Fang 46 Chinese Streetwear Label 50 Vivienne Hu 56 Fushá 64 Jill Dobson Takes New York
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22 Corsetted in Time
TASTE 66 Q & A with Spiro Menegatos, Owner of Nerai 68 A Delicious Piece of Italy at Sotto Sopra 70 The Great Italian Trilogy 72 The Premier Steakhouse in the West Village
JETSET 74 2018 Italian Fall Harvest 76 Globetrotter Travel Guide
ART 23 Hot Summer Cool Suits 23 Q’s for Cynthia Rowley
78 Pet Fashion’s Dog Whisperer 80 Game Day with Mark A Carruthers 82 Justin Love, Artist & Explorer
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PROFILE 84 Hillary Clinton’s Hair 86 Emergency Fashion Tips 88 Celebrity Fashion Designer Kenley Collins 90 CD Charms 92 Lola & Leone 94 Dr. Tamer Seckin, M.D 96 Aesha 98 What Does Nude Mean to You? 100 Hey Mom, I want to be a Supermodel! 104 CEO & Founder Nicole Bryl Skincare
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PUBLISHER’S NOTE
“No spring nor summer beauty hath such grace as I have seen in one autumnal face.” —John Donne Fall in New York City is always magnificent. We are so honored to have a visionary businessman like Tim Hentschel, the founder of Hotelplanner.com, gracing our cover. Tim is one of those rare innovators who understands the transformative nature of travel and vacations to inspire and bring disparate individuals closer together. Thanks to Hotelplanner. com, group travel is easier, smarter and more cost-effective than ever. And that’s a really good thing! What a whirlwind Autumn it has been. No sooner were we raising glasses and toasting our beautiful August Cover Kimberly Guilfoyle, who is traversing across America to share her indomitable spirit and love of our country, were we onto the next adventure. Our annual review of Fall Fashion features an industry legend. You only need to mention her first name and heads turn quickly to catch a glimpse of the dynamic Supermodel and Media Mogul. Tyra. Tyra Banks has been on a first name basis with America for a while now. Host of the TV Megahit “America’s Got Talent”, Creator of the equally popular “America’s Next Top Model,” and the face of countless brands and magazine issues. Tyra Banks is a tastemaker, business leader, educator and visionary. We are thrilled to share a new perspective on this remarkably talented woman who makes time to share her vast knowledge and experience in so many areas from fashion to beauty to business and beyond. Fall Fashion Week was upon us and our hard-working staff led by, I’m very proud to say, my talented and brilliant daughters Jillian (The Fashionista) and Jamie (Real Estate star) stepped up to that challenge. Irrepressible Metropolitan Magazine Features Editor Melissa Clark was all over NYC covering fashion shows that lit-up the Manhattan nightscape like incandescent fireflies. Our great Metropolis, all aglitter with celebrity-lined runways and catwalks. NYFW is about creativity, talent, audacious statements of individuality and artistic freedom. New York City is still the first word in Fashion.We are so fortunate that our brilliant Creative Director Heidi North has the perfect aesthetic sense to create a visual feast for the eyes with NYFW highlights. Yet, despite the feeling of celebration, all New Yorkers know that the week of 9/11 will always be a somewhat solemn one despite the joy of NYFW. We also know that America and New York City are always in a state of rebirth. It’s what we do. A city with universal citizens proudly displaying as many vibrant hues as the multi-colored trees painting our city from Madison Ave to SoHo to Central Park and all over. Autumn magic is in the air flitting about in reds, oranges and yellows.
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EDITOR’S NOTE
TIM HENTSCHEL graces the cover of this issue. The Founder and CEO of Hotelplanner.com is a business visionary dedicated to making the travel experience better for everybody by combining the latest in technology with data mining. Smart guy who is making the world a better place. Innovator. Flying back from the West Coast on JetBlue with my 11 year old son Robbie, we look out the window at the magnificence of New York City and its outer boroughs lit up with all different colored lights as we marvel at the scene from way up above. Buildings, bridges, baseball stadiums and traffic snaking through the concrete and metal arteries of our great Metropolis. Enormous. Imposing. Electric. Touch down! the sound and pull of the airplanes reverse rockets are greeted by a weary applause from New Yorkers, and others, inside the cabin. It is hard not to get chills every time one returns to Manhattan. We trudge through JFK to the baggage carousel and finally outside with the kid. “Hey where are the cab lines?” “You need a cab? I’ll take you.” After a quick negotiation where I convince Rodriquez, originally from Haiti to take us for $10 less than his asking price (Hey, I’m a New Yorker!). Ok deal. Let’s go! It’s a beautiful night in a city that offers all sorts of weather at any time. Rodriguez and I talk baseball, business and the politics of his adopted country. “Reagan was a good president.” “Why’s that, Rodriguez?” “He got rid of Baby Doc Duvalier.” “So Haiti is near the DR, huh?” “Right across the border, The Dominican was smarter than Haiti I think, they accepted a deal to build a Ford motor plant there for 10 years and that helped them build the economy.” “How’s Haiti now?” “Not so good.” How do you like New York?” “I love it. I live in Brooklyn. Manhattan is too expensive but I still love it.” Robbie’s face is glued to the window as Rodiguez’s livery cab zoomed through and across a maze of bridges, traffic, empty lots, garages, and other cars like a roller coaster. “Robbie, you are looking at the greatest city in the world.” “How much longer until we get home, Dad.” “Not too long kid, but this is a big city and even though it’s late there are a lot of other people going all over this city, just like us.” Rodriguez and I share a smile as fathers often do. The world moves fast and it is full of marvels and new opportunities and experiences and New York City is all that and so much more. Cheers! Adam Kluger Editor in Chief, Metropolitan/25A
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The Ocean Your lifestyle and many of your designs involve the ocean. What does the ocean represent to you? I spend hours and hours in the ocean. It’s my happy place and my own form of meditation. I love to surf, wakeboard, and SUP board, which is what inspired us to make the wetsuits and swim collection. Please describe “surf leisure”. Do you imagine your customers like a novelist imagines her characters? I try to think of myself as a storyteller. Designing a collection creating all the photos and videos that go along with it is just another form of that...I guess by now I have a novel.
Fall Collection 2018 Favorite piece in the current collection? I love the plaid suit because you can wear the jacket with a t-shirt and jeans and the pants with a cozy sweater. The white lily of the valley dress is also a favorite - I love white in the Fall and it’s the perfect takeaway transition piece for vacation. And just for fun...the black and white geometric patterned sequin pants. How did your team celebrate the completion of the Fall collection? Bellissima! We love Christie Brinkley’s organic Prosecco. She’s such a strong and inspiring woman. She works so hard and we want to support her.
Tell us about a “backstage” moment where disaster struck. Was there a hero who helped save the day? It’s a team effort, so everyone’s a hero. We’ve worked together for a long time and we operate as a well-oiled machine. It’s never perfect, but that’s part of the excitement. Since it was the Chinese year of the dog and the theme of our collection was black and white we shot with black and white dogs. Don’t they always say never work with children or animals? Haha. It can be hard to get a great dane to follow direction… What surprised you about the Fall fashion season in general? There really was a collective moment where a lot of designers did black and white graphics and polka-dots. It’s kind of a surprise to have a trend like that take hold. The oversized lily of the valley against white and black backgrounds paired with high leather boots creates a fresh, updated look. Can you explain your process? We create all of our own prints and that’s how we begin the creative process. In the case of the lily of the valley print, I think it’s important to think of us as a global brand. We ship all over the world, so Fall doesn’t always mean wooly sweaters and big coats. We like pieces that can transition into all climates by pairing it with boots or a strappy sandal.
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You included lots of dogs in stunningly complimentary ways. Who was your “dog of a lifetime”? I have a Frenchie named Ziggy...so no one compares!
Wear it Forward You’ve effectively and generously used your platform to help advance many worthy causes (rebel, rebel berets for Girl Scouts of America; T-shirts for Mom’s Demand Action; and bucket hats for Autism Tomorrow). Can you explain what “wear it forward” means to you? Every month we try to do a new charitable endeavor, it’s important to give back to the greater good. We’ve also been working with Just Water to support sustainable water sourcing. Every little bit helps. We do everything we can to bring awareness to causes we believe in. Generosity has been shared with us too. What goes around comes around.
Fellow artists, Dreams and Loved ones You recently collaborated with Goop on the Light Floral High Tide wetsuit. Did you and Gwyneth work together on the design itself or was Goop’s contribution more about the sustainability?
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I’ve worked with Goop and have loved Gwyneth for many years. I truly believe in their vision and wellness mission. This is the second wetsuit we’ve done with them and I love how it makes every woman look like a superhero and inspires them to try new things. Your husband, Bill Powers, is also in the art world. How does having two creatives in the same household elevate your individual pursuits? Art and fashion go hand in hand, just like Bill and I. Please describe one or two moments from your childhood that have enriched your designs? I made my first dress when I was 7 (hopefully that design doesn’t reflect my current work... Haha). I grew up in a small town where there wasn’t a lot to do, so my mom encouraged creativity and imagination, never letting my brothers and me have coloring books because the lines were already there. Those two things combined with a lot of love and encouragement started me on my path. If you could go anywhere in the world spontaneously and anonymously where would you venture and what would you do there? I’ve always wanted to be an astronaut, so the moon would be the ultimate adventure. But to bring it closer to Earth, I’ve always loved a far flung adventure and try to explore unconventional destinations with a thrilling element (scuba diving in arctic waters, camping in the Himalayas, riding camels in Egypt)...next stop, Senegal.
...my mom encouraged creativity and imagination, never letting my brothers and me have coloring books because the lines were already there.
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otelPlanner.com CEO Tim Hentschel has been called a lot of things; innovator, disruptor, trailblazer. He believes it’s to be expected when changing one of the largest and oldest industries in the world. The tourism industry is responsible for 10% of our global GDP, and Hentschel has spent the last 15 years of his life trying to make the most difficult and time-consuming sector of the tourism industry, “group travel,” more transparent and customer friendly by leveraging new technology. This year, $560 billion will be spent in hotels worldwide, and 1 out of every 3 of those hotel rooms is booked around a group event, whether something small and personal like photo credit: Andrew Werner / AndrewWernerPhotography.com
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a wedding, or a much larger event, like the Super Bowl or the Olympics. Along with a team of engineers and highly experienced local planners at HotelPlanner.com and Meetings. com, Hentschel is trying to solve the complex issues around both small and large group markets. He believes his company is in a unique position to accomplish these lofty goals using Big Data. The platform that Hentschel and his business partner John Prince founded in 2003 will process over one million groups this year, with over $7 billion in hotel revenue passing through their group booking system. Their system has reached some other impressive milestones recently; of the half-billion hotel room nights processed through the company to date, more than 15% of the room nights sold this year will
be completely automated through their new instant group rate system. We asked him why Big Data was so important in making group travel easier, and he said it was the only way to accurately predict and guarantee the best future group hotel rates. “We have more data on events than anyone else, as well as more connections to hotels on a property and global centralized reservation systems level,” Hentschel explained. “We see all room types and current and forecasted occupancy levels, plus forecasts on all events coming to the city over a customer’s dates of stay. This allows us to get the best rates, booking policies, and room types for our customers.” Hentschel admits that when first built, the system was not always able to consistently
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and accurately predict future rates; now, he says, the company’s new generation of group booking tools can bring accuracy percentages into the high 90s using a number of different data system connections and high group booking volumes through their platform. Their instant group booking system is talking to over 30 different system in real-time right now, while also checking a database of over 10,000 large events, from conferences and concerts to large sporting events and festivals. When information on large city-wide events is combined with their millions of group rate searches, the system can start to predict trends of group booking demand against individual travel rates. The ultimate goal is to guarantee their customers a better group booking rate
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than what anyone can book as an individual. “What we’ve done is create the perfect hybrid of human and machine, so we can provide the perfect online event planning and booking service,” Hentschel says. There are more benefits for customers in securing the best possible group rates. Over the past ten years, the group booking industry has seen the number of rooms reserved under a “group block” drop from seven in ten rooms to just three in seven, due to increased competition for last-minute deals. Additionally, hotels have begun adding what are often called “attrition clauses” to group contracts, which holds groups responsible for lost revenue if they fail to pick up all, or even most, of the rooms in their block. Hentschel’s instant group
rate system is the only system that can ensure low prices keep group bookings under the “group block” system, but also combats hotels’ deceptive practices of using attrition clauses by making HotelPlanner.com the ultimate holder of all group blocks. Hentschel says his team’s system represents the future of the group booking industry, judging by the amount of positive feedback he gets on a daily basis — not to mention the 1,000% year over year revenue growth they have seen from the new product. “When we set out 15 years ago to build the robot that brings people together, these were the positive impacts we were hoping our technology could bring to the world,” Hentschel concludes.
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delivered the heavy goods this year. The 2018 Fashion Week line-up boasted household names like Oscar De La Renta, Vivienne Westwood, Marc Jacobs, and Michael Kors. Joined by our resident fashion experts, Jaime & Jillian Backer we also checked out some of the other designers generating major heat, such as Icy Supernova, The Selects, Just in XX, Vivienne Hu, Affair, Nonie, and Lie Yong. Claudinette Marie Jean then welcomed us to the Jungle. Accompanied by Wyclef Jean on the DJ Stand. Claudinette Marie Jean showed us what the wild things wore. “She has been doing this for thirteen years now, and we connect because we are both very creative, our creativity comes from the space which we make come to life. Each year she comes up with something new, this year it’s a Jungle theme,” added Wyclef. For a constant stream of exclusive BTS footage and surprises from NYFW 2018, please check out Metropolitan’s website and facebook/twitter/ youtube at: www.metmagny.com
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Chinese Streetwear Label Dakun x Liu Yong, Debuts at NYFW
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akun x Liu Yong debuted at NYFW: The Shows with their “Eastern Legends” streetwear collection for women, men, and kids this evening at Spring Studios proving that Chinese designers are the trailblazers of street fashion. Traditional Eastern culture has influenced the fashion industry profoundly, and Liu Yong took this influence, particularly Taoism-- one of the most powerful cultures in Asia, into his atelier as the inspiration for this season’s Dakun x Liu Yong runway show. The Dakun name contains the symbolic meaning of Taoism, which represents the blended Chinese ancient culture with new street style trends – the mystery behind the “Eastern Legends” collection. Liu Yong’s inspiration came across with luxurious fabric coatings, knitted borders, and intricate edging on the garments. Street elements were apparent with the materials used and strategically placed graphics and logos. Male, female, and the cutest children’s looks came down the catwalk in edgy, futuristic reds, army green prints, and black. Accessories like sock slide on sneakers and architectural backpacks complemented Liu Yong’s anorak, hoody, and sweat pant pieces. The designer wanted to express throughout his show his concept of “Eastern Legends”. Dakun x Liu Yong aims to incorporate typical Chinese fashion with the younger generation. “Eastern Legends” combines history with the latest trends. Notable attendees included actress Francesca Curran of Orange is the New Black, Real Housewife of New Jersey Danielle Staub, and editors from the New York Times, NY Post, and CR Fashion Book.
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About Dakun The brand name, “DAKUN” originated from a Chinese legend within Huaxia civilization. The designer, Liu Yong draws inspiration from ancient Chinese culture and focuses on designing in a novel way. The design of DAKUN combined with casual luxurious materials and interesting fabrications has make Liu Yong one of the most prolific designers sought after by Chinese youth and fashion notables. By using excellent fabrication and fun visual design, DAKUN aims to display the unique lifestyle of Chinese young generation to the world, who have courage to challenge the traditions and eager to create their new era. dakunchina.com.
About Liu Yong Liu Yong is regarded as one of the top 10 fashion designers in China and has held project director and product consultant roles in many famous fashion groups in China, such as Septwolves, BOSIDENG. In 2003, Liu Yong started his own fashion studio and has cooperated with many fashion brands successfully. In 2015, Liu established his own street fashion brand: “LIU YONG PLAY”, which is one of the original street style brands in China. In 2016, he won the “China Fashion Designer Top Award”. He is also one of the core designers of APEC (Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation), a council member & executive member of the Arts Committee of China Fashion Association, a council member of Asian Fashion Association China, Vice President of Fujian Fashion Designers Association, and Vice President of Guangdong Fashion Designers Association.
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Q & A with Spiro Menegatos OWNER OF NERAI
Spiro Menegatos not only knows how to throw an amazing party at his gorgeous restaurant Nerai, (Kim Kardashian’s favorite Greek restaurant in NYC), Spiro also understands all the key ingredients as a restaurant owner to making sure his customers are always well-fed, well attended and smiling. AK: Spiro, the service and food at Nerai is really special. It feels like home. That is, if one lived in a really elegant home full of incredible food and exceptionally friendly wait-staff. Spiro: Thank you. AK: How is Kim Kardashian doing? Spiro: Terrific. They filmed here a couple months ago so we will probably be featured in the new show in September/October. We are going to be on it again. Almost every time she comes to New York she orders food from here. When she is here she is usually filming her show. She came in here the day before Valentine’s day with her assistant and she sat and ate and we chatted. Very nice. Very down to earth. AK: Kim’s favorite item from the menu? Spiro: She loves the Dover sole 66 | MetMagNY.com | 25AMagazine.com
AK: Is that your most popular dish? Spiro: The Dover sole is excellent and very popular but our octopus is by far the most popular. AK: Your Dad has been involved for many years in the bagel business. What did you learn from your dad? Spiro: Hard work is the thing I learned most from my father. I’m not scared to put in hours which obviously in the restaurant business is something that is paramount. Sometimes you find yourself here at 8 in the morning and going home at 2 in the morning (laugh) which is not very sustainable on a long term basis but sometimes you just have to do it. Things pop up all the time. Sometimes you are short-staffed. Sometimes you got a leak somewhere. Sometimes it’s just crazy busy. That’s the restaurant business. But for sure hard work is something I learned from my dad and trusting your gut. AK: What types of decisions? The menu? Spiro: Sometimes when you re-do a space that requires a lot of money. You have to trust that you know what the customer wants. Sometimes you have to make decisions that are costly and hope they work out.
AK: What’s the secret to running a successful restaurant? Spiro: Getting all of your staff from the server that is serving the table to the dishwasher to believe in what you are doing. The cooks have to understand the philosophy and how important it is to put out good food on a consistent basis. I’m sure some restaurants focus a lot more on cost and if there is a questionable dish they might sell it instead of trash it. You always want to make sure you are selling top quality and consistent food following the recipes. That’s more kitchen stuff. In the front of the house you want to make sure your staff understands that there are a lot of restaurants in New York City and if they are open for more than 6 months they have good food. So finding good food in New York City is very easy to do. People come out for an experience. Especially when you have the level of dining that we have. AK: I was blown away that your wonderful lamb-chops were flown in from Australia. That seems like a risky financial move. Why go to that extreme? Spiro: We are not the only ones to use lamb chops from Australia. In fact, we just added a
great new product, baby lamb chops from New Zealand. They have less of that gamey flavor which people like. People like less of the gamey flavor. We just try to get the best product. AK: The recent Metropolitan magazine party at Nerai was just perfection from the ambiance to the food and the service. Just magical. What goes into that? Spiro: We like to create an experience. On every level, the restaurant has three different dining floors. The first floor has kind of a nautical theme. Makes you feel like you are heading on a boat and going somewhere far away. We have sails in the room and pillow on the banquets. The second floor is our garden. Has a 20 foot olive tree in the front and the room is very airy. Our wine cellar which is our private dining space has two areas. It has brown leather and more of a masculine feel. The benefit to having all those levels is that you are able to offer a different
experience at each floor. We hear from our guests who have been here so many times but have never visited the private dining room. Wow, this is amazing! AK: Talk about the menu Spiro: Our menu takes Greek recipes and some interesting Greek ingredients and Greek dishes and we play around with them. Even our Greek salad has a little bit of flair. Some are more traditional like the octopus. The ingredients speak for themselves. Our duck is a very modern play on moussaka. People love the duck dish. Our chef has worked at a couple Michelin star restaurants like Oceana as a sous chef and he was able to bring some of things he learned there. They have a lot of Greek influences on their menu as well. He was able to take what he learned and step up our lamb chop dish. Really great. He does a dolma which is traditionally done with grape leaf but
he does it with Swiss Chard. The Grape Leaf is a bit tougher at times and when people have the dolma which is made with Swiss Chard they are suprised at how soft it is. AK: How much do you love this? Spiro: I love creating something and then watching our guests enjoy it. We are really proud of the food we put out and we are sure to give you an experience that you are not going to find in other Greek restaurants. What we offer is very different. We incorporate French cooking techniques and Greek ingredients and tastes and flavors and it gives you a completely different spin to Greek food. So when you finish and have dinner you say “wow, that was a really good restaurant,” you don’t just say that was pretty good Greek food. Also we get a lot of compliments on our wine list. We have about 600 labels on our list right now from all over the world. November 2018 | 67
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A Delicious Piece of Italy at Sotto Sopra BY ELIZABETH ELSTON
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ear-round residents in the Hamptons know that one of the best kept secrets lies only a short drive east of East Hampton. Residing in the scenic ocean town of Amagansett, NY is Northern Italian restaurant Sotto Sopra at 231 Main Street where true EastEnders enjoy authentic Italian cuisine and exceptional service. During the summer season when the seasonal renters and weekend visitors flock to the villages, Amagansett, NY is the downto-earth Hamptons alternative for those looking to enjoy the historic beauty of a quintessential East End hamlet. Under the direction of Managing Partner, Rose Evangelista, the attentive waitstaff hold to the highest regard ideals of family and food within the Italian culture. Offering more than just expertly prepared Italian dishes and
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incomparable service, Sotto Sopra offers diners the comforts of home and the provincial charm of traditional Italy. Executive Chef Angelo promises diners delicious dishes to savor when navigating the Italian menu, which now features fresh sushi options on the updated menu. Every evening from 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. diners can enjoy the famous Prix Fixe, which offers a sensibly priced three-course meal. A traditional Italian course begins with a small bite to eat referred to as antipasto, translating to “before the meal”. At Sotto Sopra guests can enjoy the appetizing Calamari Fritti which is a heaping plate of warm, crispy fried calamari paired with simmering red pepperoncini sauce. The Salumi is a variety of freshly sliced Italian meat plated with olives and crispy artichoke. The exceptional Tuna Tartare consists of flaked tuna, avocado mousse within a sesame-crusted wonton.
The light and healthy salad menu boasts fresh garden vegetables enhanced with heart-healthy dressings. The Tri-colore Salad mixes arugula, radicchio, endive, pistachio and pomegranate dressed with lemon balsamic. The Insalata Bistecca features iceberg lettuce with tomato, pancetta and a drizzle of creamy bleu cheese dressing. The classic Caprese Salad is a delicious spread of burrata mozzarella, sliced tomato and dressed with basil oil. The favored selection of pizzas cooked in the authentic wood burning oven imparts a unique, smoky flavor impossible to replicate. The Curato Pizza is proven to be extraordinary, melting together bresalo, provolone and arugula. Sporting a healthy amount of toppings, the Margherita Pizza includes mozzarella, tomato and basil over a thin and crispy crust. As part of any authentic Italian course, the il primo, translating to “first course”, is reserved
for the pastas. True to its roots, Sotto Sopra has a variety of pastas to enjoy which include the Rigatoni Toscano made with roasted tomato sauce over sausage and broccoli rabe. The Pasta Pomodoro features homemade tomato sauce and mozzarella, over the classic tube-shaped rigatoni. The Risotto is a delectable blend of sautéed mushrooms, pancetta and parmesan. The second course, or “il secondo” in Italian, encompasses the meats, and the generous portions offered at Sotto Sopra servings of fish, chicken, pork, beef and lamb. The Salmone alla Griglia is Tuscan-rubbed grilled salmon with escarole and roasted potatoes. The fresh Zuppa di Pesce combines lobster, shrimp, clams and mussels in a savory tomato sauce and basil aioli. Exceptional meat selections include the Tournedos de Manzo petit beef filets, sautéed mushrooms and enriched with a red wine shallot sauce. The Porco al Forno is a grilled pork
chop along with sage and mustard mashed potato and poached raisins. On the Classic Grill menu, diners will find a double thick cut Veal Porterhouse or the juicy Prime certified, flamegrilled Sirloin. The Sides for Two complement any assortment of culinary courses served by Sotto Sopra and include Hash Browns, pan roasted with onion, oregano and thyme. Choose between the Asparagus grilled with rich, extra virgin olive oil or Brussel Sprouts roasted with fresh rosemary. Opt for the classic Mashed Potatoes or upgrade to the sage and mustard flavor. Sautéed Mushrooms combine cremini and portabella mushrooms with oysters. Lastly, fresh off the cob is pan roasted Sweet Corn. In Italy the meal is not over until something sweet balances the palate and the dessert or “dolce” in a traditional Italian meal is the highlight of every Sotto Sopra meal. The
whipped and creamy Tiramisu is the perfect ending to any Prix Fixe course. The expertly prepared Tartufo is a plated, dome-shaped ice cream dessert composed of frozen fruit or fruit syrup. The candied Chocolate Turtle is a handy option made with pecans and caramel dipped in chocolate. This Summer from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. the bar menu includes half-priced drinks for a very, very Happy Hour. The specialty house drink is the popular Sotto Blue which muffles blueberries in a tangy Vodka and Lemonade drink. Diners may also choose the Southfork Margarita, or the French 75 featured on the cocktail menu. An extensive wine list includes distinguished brands such as Crossbarn by Paul Hobbs, Wölffer Estate Rosé and the French Sancerre. restaurantsottosopra.com
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The Great Italian Trilogy IL GATTOPARDO, THE LEOPARD AT DES ARTISTES & MOZZARELLA & VINO
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he Godfather movies are considered by many to be the greatest Italian trilogy of all time. However, over the past few years, there is only another Italian trilogy that stands above the rest in New York City’s dining scene; Il Gattopardo, The Leopard at des Artistes, and Mozzarella & Vino. These three restaurants set the standard for fine Italian dining, with the only debate being whose is everyone’s favorite of the three. Fall is the perfect season for you to take a stroll down to these splendid establishments and make up your own mind. The Il Gattopardo family of restaurants is owned by husband-and-wife team Gianfranco and Paula Bolla Sorrentino, with Partner Chef Vito Gnazzo. Originally from Naples, Italy, Gianfranco Sorrentino carries over 40 years of experience in restaurant management from the Quisitana Hotel in Capri, Dorchester Hotel in London, Four Seasons Hotel in Tokyo, Bice restaurant in New
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York, Sette MoMA restaurant at the Museum of Modern Art of New York, and Union Bar & Grill in Great Barrington, MA. In September 2001 he opened Il Gattopardo, just across from MoMA, along with his wife Paula Bolla-Sorrentino, and his talented Executive Chef Vito Gnazzo. In 2011, the Sorrentinos also embraced one of the most rewarding journeys of their careers, the rebirth of the restaurant in the landmarked Hotel des Artistes – The Leopard at des Artistes. PART I: IL GATTOPARDO Fine dining icon Il Gattopardo opened in 2001, and still attracts a loyal clientele who come for both the authentic southern Italian cuisine and the warm, Italian hospitality. Il Gattopardo is located in the historically landmarked Rockefeller Townhouses at 13-15 West 54th Street. Aside from the sleek, modern main dining room, the restaurant also boasts a beautiful, lushly-planted 8-story Atrium, in which a wide range of private events are held.
Il Gattopardo serves traditional Southern Italian comfort food that has been adapted for the contemporary palate without compromising the authenticity of the cuisine, which became a must to its loyal upscale New Yorker clientele. ilgattopardonyc.com.
PART II: THE LEOPARD AT DES ARTISTES Five years ago, in the historically landmarked Hotel des Artistes at 1 West 67th Street, on a beautiful, tree-lined block between Central Park and Lincoln Center, Gianfranco Sorrentino and his wife Paula Bolla Sorrentino, along with Partner Chef Vito Gnazzo, opened The Leopard at des Artistes. The opening included a floor-to-ceiling renovation of the existing space, and a complete restoration of the original, famed Howard Chandler Christy murals that adorn its walls. The Leopard at des Artistes boasts a diverse menu that finds its roots in the area once known as The Kingdom of Two Sicilies of the mid-1800s, and the culinary traditions of Campania,
Basilicata, Calabria, Apulia, Sardinia, and of course, Sicily. The menu also features dishes traditionally found in regions outside of southern Italy, such as Lazio and Umbria. At the Leopard at des Artistes, Chef Vito’s culinary signature of authentic southern Italian comfort food is what visitors and locals alike flock to the restaurant for. theleopardnyc.com
PART III: MOZZARELLA & VINO Mozzarella & Vino, located at the former Il Gattopardo space,
at 33 west 54th Street - as you may know, Il Gattopardo moved to the new location, on the same block at number 13 West. Their talented Chef Vito Gnazzo is responsible for the mouthwatering menu that reflects the simplicity of authentic Italian ingredients, with a heavy emphasis on the Mozzarella di bufala Campania, Italian cheeses and affettati. Based mostly on classic Italian antipasti, such as arancini, panzarotti, and mozzarella rolls, they also serve a wonderful selection of panini , soups, salads, and of course mozzarella on
all shapes and combinations ‌ even on desserts. Their enoteca style bar focuses on showcasing rather smaller family estates and independent Italian winemakers. They proudly share beloved wines, definitely not mainstream, wines that translates history, quality and good value. A variety of by the glass is offered, as well as by the bottle. Their selection greatly varies due to constant new discoveries. Mozzarella & Vino is located on 33 West 54th Street. mozzarellaevino.com
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Greenwich Steakhouse THE PREMIER STEAKHOUSE IN THE WEST VILLAGE BY PETER ELSTON
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he legendary Chef Victor Chavez along with Benny Gocaj brings to you a dining experience unlike the rest. Greenwich Steakhouse offers a uniquely upscale New York City steakhouse experience in an exquisitely designed three story West Village townhouse. In 2016, after an impressive 38-year long career with Smith & Wollensky, Victor Chavez retired. Less than a year into his retirement, Chavez couldn’t escape the dream of opening his own restaurant. Quickly changing gears when he saw the 62 Greenwich Avenue location, Chavez decided to make his
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comeback, but this time in a totally different intimate, downtown setting – something he had always wanted to do.
Greenwich Steakhouse redefines the typical steakhouse feel with its elegantly sleek design and light color palate while still maintaining an inviting and comfortable feel. Greenwich Steakhouse is designed with meticulous attention to detail, offering a different experience on each floor. For a more casual setting, take a seat at the bar for seasonally driven cocktails and an extensive wine list. Greenwich Steakhouse has rooms for all
occasions. Blue Velvet capacity is 40, with an additional 14 seats at the bar and 20 in the lounge area of the restaurant. The Grand Reserve Room on the third floor can comfortably fit 30 guests for a sit-down dinner. Whether your function is large or small, Greenwich Steakhouse will work to create a menu that’s sure to please your entire party. They look forward to working with you to ensure the success of your event! greenwichsteakhouse.com.
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2018 Italian Fall Harvest AT THE AWARD-WINNING CHIANTI CLASSICO VINEYARD VILLA MANGIACANE BY ELIZABETH ELSTON
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s the summer season comes to an end, Villa Mangiacane, the magnificent 15th century property located just 12 kilometers south of Florence in Italy, exudes brilliant colors and irresistible aromas dot the entire landscape as the new harvest awaits. Though the first leaves just started to bear fruit, wine connoisseurs won’t have to wait to sample some of Villa Mangiacane’s vintage stock thanks to the upcoming re-release of
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10 cases of its Chianti Classico Riserva 2013 (6 bottles each) for $180 per case. Made from an exceptional selection of Sangiovese grapes coming from the oldest vineyards on the Estate and aged for 18 months in French oak barrriques, this wine recently scored 91 points with the British magazine Decanter in its panel tasting last month of 159 Chianti Classico wines from the 2013 and 2014 vintages. The UK panel of judges, Susan Hulme MW, Andrea Briccarello and Andrew Jefford, noted of Villa Mangiacane’s Chi-anti Classico Riserva
2013, “A light dusting of lavender-covered cherry fruit pairs with a creamy spice note on the nose. Underneath there’s a dark chocolate character that’s vivid and deep. A showy, entertaining style with length and complexity”. Villa Mangiacane’s Estate Manager, Graziano Santoro, was thrilled with this news, “We are honored to have re-ceived this distinction by Decanter and delighted that our Chianti Classico Riserva 2013 is being re-released at such an excellent price for more people to enjoy.” Nestled in the heart of the winemaking region
of Chianti Classico, Villa Mangiacane is a striking 15th century prop-erty built by the Machiavelli Family and bearing the unmistakable hand of the Renaissance master, Michelangelo. Located just 12 kilometers south of Florence, Mangiacane offers twenty-eight individually designed rooms and suites and is set within 600 acres of flourishing vineyards and olive groves. The private estate produces three award winning wines and a distinctive olive oil which you can taste and enjoy during your stay. The classic beauty of Mangiacane combined with its
history, art, and idyllic countryside setting create the perfect backdrop for a Tuscan wedding, unforgettable holiday or exclusive rental. Luxurious facilities complement Villa Mangiacane, including two swimming pools, unique sculpture gardens and breathtaking Tuscan views of the Duomo in Florence: a stay at Mangiacane allows for easily exploring Florence, San Gimignano, or the beautiful city of Siena. mangiacane.com
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Globetrotter Travel Guide SECRET ESCAPE: NANTUCKET Just a short flight from New York City, the beautiful island of Nantucket captivates and welcomes one with a smile! Best Lobster Roll: CRU This fabulous lobster roll is served cold in the daytime and warm in the night- it is certainly the best Lobster Roll in Nantucket! CRU has the most amazing raw bar, and the unique coveted location makes one heart sing with perfect views of some of the top mega yachts who pass through during season ~always an added perk! Tell Dan the bartender we sent you!
fresh summer water, or if you prefer Millennials Champagne, Chateau d’Escalans Whispering Angel. The brand has made it a mainstay in Nantucket for a few years, launching their latest collaboration of tequila called Codigo 1530 Tequila. (just launched this summer!) Be careful when pouring because the tequila is “pink” and looks just like their rose! Their new signature drink called “The Pink Slipper” includes the signature rose and tequila combined! Be warned it may become a Rose All Day event! http://thesummerhouse.com
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Best New Hotel: Hotel Pippa, English owned and super hip, this new hotel is a must-stay! The small staff welcomes you like you have been coming to the island for years. https://www.hotelpippa.com
Best Sunset: Galley Beach, this spot is the most gorgeous sunset on the island. Everyone arrives to this magical beauty just before sunset to get that postcard perfect shot! Opened since 1958, famous presidents have dined here and celebrated novels have been written about this elegant, yet casual chic spot. It is simply perfection. https://www.galleybeach.net
Best Excursion: Summer House, it is like one stepped into a 1970’s movie set. The property is a magical place with one of the most pristine beaches around. They serve top and latest rose wines including what is referred to as 76 | MetMagNY.com | 25AMagazine.com
Best Coffee: Up for debate, the unique island has many local spots named Provisions for a coffee or tea (always a line!) Nantucket Coffee Roaster is great if you want to work on your computer and curl up a cozy couch. Local calls it “The Bean” with a few great fresh homemade snacks including gluten-free banana bread and delicious zucchini bread. Another fan favorite, The Blue Cup, the secret gem is off the beaten trail with the walls covered in famous photography portraits of noted celebrities from Audrey Hepburn to Angelina Jolie. Who knew luminaries could all be sipping their favorite cup of coffee right next to you! http://provisionsnantucket.com https://www.nantucketcoffee.com/pages/the-beancoffee-shop The Blue Cup ~ ask a local they will get you there.
Best Pizza: Oath Pizza: (Gluten Girl Twitter @glutengirl fan favorite!) They serve full and half-size pizzas with gluten free and vegetarian
options to boot! You will find it when stepping right off your boat at the local marina! Our insider tip: Sail aboard the Friendship Sloop Endeavor with Captain Jim ~ the name itself says it all. www.endeavorsailing.com http://oathpizza.com/nantucket
Best Ice Cream: You will have to land on the island to figure this one out! The island is known to have some of the best made ice-cream in the region. What they refer to as ‘ice-cream wars’ have fans standing patiently in line for hours with lines around the block waiting to get in! We leave it to you to decide! Best Late Night fun!: Club Car. A great place for after-dinner drinks and good piano bar session! The old-fashion car has a charm like no other and you can sing you heart out all night with your friends to favorites like Billy Joel and other classics tunes. The local piano man is incredibly talented and it certainly worth the drop-in! Insider tip: Do make sure to bring some cash, as the tips keep the singing going into the latenight hours! http://theclubcar.com
Upcoming seasonal events: Stroll, Nantucket Film Festival and the Wine and Food Festival: To be discovered! Globetrotter Travel Guide by Rachel Vancelette Instagram @rvancelette Twitter Gluten Girl @glutengirl
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Dog Tasha Bella Designer Gia Diamond Couture Owner Susan Godwin
Pet Fashion’s Dog Whisperer RICHIE SCHWARTZ
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et Photographer Richie Schwartz, a former Veterinary Technician, Groomer and Dog Trainer is the founder of Pets Photography Studio in NY. He has 40 years’ experience as a professional photographer. In the early years, he spent time as a photojournalist working for newspapers in New York and Florida. In the 80s, he opened a photography studio in Long Beach, NY where he photographed weddings, schools, sports, fashion, families and children, actors and models, and of course pets. In 2002 he closed that photography studio and joined with some colleagues in growing a business that partnered with Petsmart and Petco to bring pet photography services into 600 locations across the United States and Canada. Having photographed over 75,000 pets across 33 states he has become one of the country’s most prolific and sought-after Pet Photographers and is often referred to as “America’s Most Experienced Pet Photographer”.
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Several years ago, Richie was booked to photograph his first pet fashion show. He was instantly hooked! The pet fashion shows, while luxurious and fun, are actually fundraisers for animal rescue groups. Since then Richie and his traveling photo studio have become a regular feature at New York City pet fashion shows and fundraisers, where he photographs pets and sometime their owners in beautiful designer outfits. All of Richie’s photographs in this article were taken on location at one of the pet fashion shows. Richie was named one of The Top 25 Pet People of 2010 along with Oprah Winfrey, Ellen DeGeneres and Betty White for their charity work on behalf of animals. (NBC Universal). He was voted BEST Pet Photographer on Long Island four times since 2013. (Long Island Press). In 2017 Richie became the first person to receive the Professional Pet Photographer Award at the Society Paws Awards in New York City. He was named Pet Photographer of the Year at the 2018 New York Pet Fashion Show.
He is a member of American Pet Professionals and Professional Photographers of America. A firm believer in giving back to the community, Richie volunteers his time and services to raise funds and awareness for animal rescue groups. He is a speaker at photography clubs, pet expos and other events. He is also an educator and mentor offering seminars, workshops, and classes for individuals or groups. He teaches the art and business of pet photography to other photographers around the world. Richie is readily available to photograph pets in the New York area and can also travel nationwide. He can be reached by email Richie@ PetsPhotography.com or phone 516-263-4821 instagram.com/Richie.Schwartz facebook.com/PetsPhotography twitter.com/PetsPhotography youtube.com/user/PetsPhotography linkedin.com/in/PetsPhotography facebook.com/groups/ArtAndBusinessOfPhotography facebook.com/groups/PetsPhotographySchool
Dog Gertie Designer Darlene Hachey Owner Melanie Johnston
Dog Bella Mia Designer Linda Higgins Owner Rose Ann Bolasny Left and top Pupscouts 4th Annual Red Carpet Event. Above 1st Annual Doggies and Tiaras Pageant
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Game Day with Mark A. Carruthers PHOTOGRAPHY IN MOTION AT WESTPOINT
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was born in New York and grew up in a different state of mind. Photography has always been a form of communication for me and may have been born due to a stuttering problem as a child. Although my speech improved over the years, the camera still remains! After working as a Photojournalist with Gannett News, today I find myself pursuing various photographic interests on a freelance basis. Sports, Life & Travel related subjects are still my favorites (some things don’t change...). When I’m not annoying my friends & family by taking an endless amount of pictures, I can be found skiing, rollerblading, golfing or simply reading. One of my highest athletic honors was winning the Bromley Mtn. Resort Backwards Race as a child. You try eating peanut butter, whistling and getting around the gates all while skiing downhill (trophy available upon request)! I make my bed in Rockland County, NY. markacarruthers.com/
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Justin Love in his Woodstock, NY painting studio “Loveland”, wearing a self designed suit, surrounded by oil paintings from Thailand, Vietnam, Jamaica, Costa Rica, and Woodstock.
Justin Love, Artist & Explorer BY ADAM KLUGER
AK: Justin, it’s been a while since we first met in Woodstock. How did you get into art and exploring? JL: Well, I was from New York City and I moved to Woodstock, bought a big old church, converted it to a painting studio and music house and called it Loveland. After a few years I went to check out Costa Rica, I loved it, got a screen room studio on the beach of the Pacific Coast called Guanacaste ...I went there to paint over five years produced some of my greatest art in that tropical paradise of passionate feeling. Once coming back from the US ,I stopped in Jamaica and I just loved it too. The Jamaican people are just so lively, friendly, and in your face with jokes and fun. I started recording music and went to live in a castle on Negril’s West End. I painted and wrote music and recorded many collaborations there with a lot of Jamaican music stars and had my songs played daily on IRIE fm which is the biggest station there. David Rosenstein owner of Tingalayas resort, a very beautiful private resort and yoga center on the West End of Negril, bought many paintings to 82 | MetMagNY.com | 25AMagazine.com
decorate his resort and he actually has collected more than 60 paintings of mine over the years, and is my biggest collector. After about seven years painting in Jamaica I thought to try Asia, so I went to Thailand to look around and to Vietnam shortly after that. I stayed about three months just touring around and came back to the US. I found I really missed Asia so I decided I would just go back and paint there. I set up a studio in my room at the Dream Hotel in Bangkok and soon they invited me to hang paintings in the lobby. After a while I was decorating both lobbies of the Dream Hotel and that went on for four years. It is a wonderfully cool decorated hotel with the most wonderful staff a hotel could have. They all became like my family .In the last year they gave me a studio space to paint right in the lobby. I also decorated the Ocean Hotel which was more of a lounge type space famous for its weekly pool parties and electronic music dance nights. They gave me a studio to paint in the lobby as well. Now I have a show at the Rembrandt hotel in Bangkok. I also love Bali , but
there is so much art there, and I did not feel the need to create anymore. I just enjoy looking at what’s there. Let me say that Bali is an incredible place, with the greatest friendly people, fantastic music, amazing dancers which I have painted, and temples every 10 feet that hold your interest. If you go there, be sure to spend a lot of time in Ubud. AK: Your series of paintings of Asian girls is also quite provocative and beautiful. JL: After I found myself painting in Thailand and Vietnam, it was no brainer to paint the women there. They were so exotic and beautiful. I just found myself driven to photograph them. After taking endless photos I thought, why not paint some of these women? So I found a friend of mine who is an exceptional photorealistic, although a very traditional painter and I took him on as my assistant. I start with taking photos, I put them into my computer, manipulate them every which way and compose scenes with the figures. Then I make a print which we use as the map to paint
“Pets” oil on canvas painting, 65 x45" , painted 2018
“Hot Ice”, oil on canvas painting, 60 x 45" painted 2018
a large scale oil painting on canvas. I think these are some of the most amazing things I’ve seen and the quality of the painting is phenomenal. They are totally contemporary and original and I am sure in the future this series will be well regarded as having really captured some of the beauty and style of the Asian girls from early 21stcentury. If You walked into a house with eight or 12 of these paintings spread around the house it would make quite some impression on a person. AK: Yet they are just one small aspect to your overall body of work. JL: I make paintings that make people feel
good. Excited to be alive and willing to push themselves to follow their dreams and live up to their highest potential. That’s what I’m aiming for when I make these pieces-and it comes through. We are here for a short time in this life. Let’s do the best we possibly can and appreciate the beauty we are given. As far as the investment qualities of my paintings I would say it’s obvious if you studied my collection of work. My paintings are recognizably mine from my the earliest periods throughout my career. I have done many periods of work in many original styles, mediums and countries and they all have a very strong and clear identity. What I find is that people like living
with my work and even those people that have paintings of mine for 20 or 30 years still enjoy looking at them. AK: That’s terrific Justin! Your work definitely resonates with a sense of joy and playful celebration of life. Thanks for sharing your journey! JL: Thank you! You can contact Justin Love at 845-430-0005 Email: mrjustinlove@yahoo.com www.instagram.com/justinlovepaintings www.justinlove.com November 2018 | 83
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Hillary Clinton’s Hair AND OTHER INTERESTING TALES FROM MONICA FOSTER’S SILICON VALLEY SALON BY ADAM KLUGER
AK: Monica, how did you get your start in Hair? And what brought you to Palo Alto, the heart of Silicon Valley? MF: I always knew that I wanted to do something in the creative field. Originally, I planned to study architecture. Then my sister convinced me to go to cosmetology school. I took her advice and I ended up loving it! I was working as an apprentice in a salon in San Francisco in the late 90’s. During that time, they were in the process of opening a Palo Alto location, where I would end up working as a stylist once I completed my training. I didn’t know it at the time, but it would be the move that would eventually help me establish my career as a stylist in the Silicon Valley. AK: What sets you apart from other salons? MF: We have a tag line (though I think not too many people know it): It’s BEYOND HAIR. 8 years ago, when we were just opening the salon and this same question came up, I thought of this tag line and decided that it was very fitting because I really do feel that our relationship with our clients go beyond hair. I love that we’ve built a little community that consists of 84 | MetMagNY.com | 25AMagazine.com
talented, creative, passionate stylists with a lot of integrity and our loyal clients that put a lot of trust in us and what we do. I grew up in a typical gigantic Filipino family, with 10 children. Growing up, everyone that came to our house was basically family, whether they really were or not. Being hospitable was something I was trained to be; it’s part of our culture. Our salon is family run, family oriented, and serve families from our close knit community. That’s pretty awesome! So to answer your question: What sets us apart from other salons? I truly believe that we have a genuine familial relationship with our clients. And if I’m not mistaken, I think many of them would feel the same. Oh, and we do rockin’ hair, too! AK: I know you have been requested to style the hair of some visiting stars and well-known people. Can you share a couple of names and anecdotes? MF: One of the perks of working in the Silicon Valley for as long as I have is you get to meet some pretty awesome people. Unfortunately, signing and NDA prohibits me from naming some of them, but let’s just say that they’re pretty
impressive members of the Tech community. Being in a small town like Palo Alto, you are more likely to have more Silicon Valley “celebrities” than the Hollywood types. On rare occasions, you might even get a few athletes or an unexpected Arabian royalty. One highlight of my career was getting to do Hillary Clinton’s hair during several of her visits to the Bay Area. And yes, surprisingly I wasn’t required to sign an NDA with her. True story: One of HRC’s good friends is also a client of mine, coincidentally. I was doing HRC’s hair one day and she asked if I knew (**names her friend), and I said yes. She then says, “I had dinner with her last night and we were talking about you. She said to say hello.” It was at that point that I knew my life was complete knowing that my name came up in a conversation HRC was having with her friend and then relays a message to me!! Total OMG moment. AK: What’s it like working at Fashion Week? And why do you always make time to go to Paris and NYC to work at them? MF: I LOVE doing runway styling. I like going to New York and Paris Fashion Week for the excitement, for the rush and for the experience.
Working behind the chair as a stylist and a salon educator doesn’t give me a lot of opportunity to do super creative work. Working at fashion shows allows me to have a slightly different creative outlet than what I get working in the salon. There are so many talented people working back there that one can’t help but get inspired. As far as experiences go, there’s nothing like working at Fashion Week. To see the creative process in putting on a fashion show and seeing what goes on back stage is mind blowing; seeing how many people it takes to put on a show is pretty amazing. To be able to see the amazing clothes up close, made by these talented designers is quite a remarkable experience. Definitely food for my creative soul. AK: Your “Hair Heart” is a signature picture you put on Instagram. Aside from being cute, it represents a lot to you. Tell us a bit about the philanthropic work you do? [donate haircuts, work with Cancer survivors, work with Project You and Graduate Students at the GSB]. MF: I have a soft spot when it comes to kids. One day I received a call from Lucille Packard Children’s Hospital at Stanford and was asked if I can come and do a haircut on a little boy who’s been receiving treatment there and has been staying at the hospital for many months.
He was expected to start losing his hair from chemo and they thought it would be best to to shorten his hair before it all started to fall out. There are some situations where the kids have extended hospital stays and their moms and/ or dads (and sometimes their siblings) are also there caring for them. Sometimes the haircuts are also offered to the family members, just to help lift their spirits. It’s really heartbreaking to see these sick kids patiently waiting to get better. Donating my services to these young patients and their parents is the least I can do. On my spare time (haha), I have served as Visual Branding advisor for Project You, a course in personal branding offered to Graduate Students at the Stanford Graduate School of Business, co-instructed by Allison Kluger and Tyra Banks. Super amazing experience, plus I get to meet some pretty amazing and intelligent students. I really learned a lot, myself. Finally, I have a project that is still under development called Hair for Humanity. Its purpose is essentially community building within the hairdresser community focusing on giving back to those in need by using our services, talents and creativity. Stay tuned...
THE TOP THREE MOST IMPORTANT TIPS 1. Know the importance of proper hydration for your hair. Sufficiently conditioning your tired and dreary locks is key. Now is the time for your hair to recover from all that summer sun exposure. Using good conditioners and treatments (Try Oribe Gold Lust Repair and Restore Conditioner, also shampoo) can really make a difference. 2. You can’t grow healthy hair without a healthy scalp. Once a week, cleanse and remove impurities from your scalp to increase circulation and blood flow. (Try Rene Furterer Complex 5) 3. Get regular trims to keep your style up to date and your ends healthy.
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Emergency Fashion Tips BY ADAM KLUGER
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ou are at the diner, texting, swiping and scanning FB when your IPhone/Smartphone runs out of power. Aghhh! You forgot your cord to re-charge. How in the world is a person supposed to communicate with the outside world? Impossible to text, email, broadcast live. What now?!! 1. Don’t panic. You can get through this. Take a deep breath. The solution to this emergency social situation may be completely foreign and decidedly unpleasant but if you have sunglasses that you can wear, you might just get through this awful predicament. 2. With the sunglasses on, no one can see you. You are practically invisible to gently fall asleep
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or flee to the safety of a cell phone store, which are all over the place. 3. Facing reality. This may be extremely uncomfortable but history has shown that people used to communicate with each other before smart phones. It’s true. I saw something to that effect on-line on Wikipedia. 4. Psych yourself up. You can do this! You may not want to but communicating with another living person face to face (i.e. conversing IRL) may be the only solution available. 5. Use your words. Besides eating and drinking, your mouth is actually very effective in providing a person in this type of “emergency situation” with a way out. It’s called talking, or chatting with another human being. Yes, of course, you
should keep your invisible glasses on. You used to talk with people all the time. Think back. Let’s try to use words to get out of this situation. As loud as you can, scream at the top of your lungs, “Check, please!!!” Pay your check and get out of the restaurant. Yes, if you need to look at your blank phone screen as you cross the street or walk down the sidewalk, do it! No one will know the difference. They are looking at their screens too. Even the drivers. You are safe. 6. Fortunately, there is now a new Fashion Emergency Accessory that provides an old school solution to this modern day conundrum. It’s called Chalkin’ Social. A hat with a tiny chalkboard on it with a handy stick of chalk. What will they think of next?!! chalkinsocial.com
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Celebrity Fashion Designer Kenley Collins BY ADAM KLUGER
AK: Hey Kenley, How have you been? How are you enjoying motherhood? KC: I’ve been a tired mommy. Having a two and a half year old and a seven month old is never easy, but when they’re cute and not screaming and crawling all over me, it’s worth it. AK: How much do you enjoy dressing up your kids? Biggest challenges of being a mom? KC: My two year old daughter doesn’t let me dress her anymore, which I’m fine with. I like that she already has her own sense of style and whatever it takes to make my life easier, is good to me. Her thing right now is wearing two chokers, a necklace, and three bracelets every day. My biggest challenge is when both kids are crying and screaming at me for something and I’m exhausted. Sometimes I go in the other room, take a few deep breaths and walk back out and take care of one kid at a time. Oh! And earplugs! I admire anyone that has more than two small kids. They are so demanding and it’s so hard. AK: You are such a force of nature—what 88 | MetMagNY.com | 25AMagazine.com
amazing new fashion items/lines have you dreamt up? Ariana Grande is a huge fan! KC: Thank you. I haven’t been thinking about another line for awhile. It’s hard going right back in after having a baby, but I have been inspired to change up my look based on motherhood and moving back to my roots of Ft Lauderdale. That’s where it starts. I’ve been wearing a lot of colorful easy throw on floral dresses and skirts. It looks like the next line will have to be Resort wear. I was lucky to be a part in creating Ariana’s image from the start and early on in her career. It makes me proud to see how far she’s come. AK: I’m a huge fan of your music. Our impromptu 3am Karaoke session in the Village with PR client PopCap Games (All our corporate clients !love! you) is a really fun memory-- I think “Street Boss” and “Here to Stay” and a bunch of your other songs could all be potential hit songs. How did you get into music? KC: Ha-ha! That night was way too much fun! Going out for karaoke always turns into the best
nights! When I’m not able to perform my music live, I always need a fix, and karaoke is a great way to fulfill that void. I started singing when I needed another creative outlet after deciding to take a break from design. So, I joined a punk band in 09 that did mostly covers and I didn’t like doing what the band always wanted to do, so I started writing my own music and started auditioning people for my own band. We had a good run, but it gets hard to keep a band together. Then I had an opportunity to make a solo record with an indie record label. When that happened, I found out I was pregnant with my first, so I wrote the album, Belle Black, which is my daughter’s name. The lyrics are the story that lead up to her. AK: Do fans still approach you about being a Project Runway All-Star? You are still one of the franchise’s most beloved stars. KC:I do still get approached. Most of the time they think I’m an old college acquaintance or say that I sound and look like the pinup girl from Project Runway. I just smile and keep it moving
me for always laughing out loud. I’m sure the producers did too. AK: You’ve been a courageous and outspoken critic of Harvey Weinstein. Are you surprised at how things ended up? KC: I was surprised because powerful men have been getting away with this type of behavior all the time. I used to dream about getting justice one day from the way him and his team treated me, but I don’t think that will ever happen. He will not own up monetarily, so instead, he files for bankruptcy. He did however, somewhat own up to being a sex offender, admitting to exchanging roles for sex and how he said people in the industry do it all the time. This is sadly, true. It, however, was not my experience with him. The disgusting abuse of power and the threats from him and his fraudulent production company was my experience. AK: What are your thoughts on the #metoo movement in general? KC: I like the origin of it and it was great for women of every profession to feel strength in knowing they were not alone. However, I’ve never used the hashtag or will say I am a metoo victim. I have too much respect for the real victims out there. A lot of the hypocrites in Hollywood that are part of the problem, use it for their own promotion or political agendas.
when that happens. However, if someone knows exactly who I am and are nice about it, I will fully engage. It’s nice to get a complement. AK: What are your fondest memories from the show? KC: Laughing, Laughing, and more Laughing. I don’t even remember at what exactly. It was mostly out of the ridiculousness that went on and the delirious, torturous state that I was at. It was my only hope of getting through it all. It is not an enjoyable process to say the least,
but being with the other designers that made comments under their breath kept me afloat. Actually one example was my best friend still to this day, Daniel Feld, standing next to me as we were getting a challenge presented to us by Brooke Shields and Tim Gunn and he said to me, “Guns and Shields, what are we? In a war?” And that may not be funny to some people, but the simple fact that we just did not care about anything they were saying, just finding any type of humor in what we were doing, helped. I lost it and no one even knew why, but Tim Gunn hated
AK: you have been one of the most beautiful, multi-talented and superentertaining TV personalities in the past 10 years...what’s next? KC: That’s sweet. Thank you! I pray for something good to come my way every day and when that day comes, I will be ready! Until then, I’m trying to be the best mom I can be to my babies. AK: If we ever do Karaoke again--what songs/artists would you want to cover? KC: I just did Aretha Franklin, Chain of Fools a few nights before she died and since then, she’s all I want to listen to and sing. That woman changed my life. November 2018 | 89
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CD Charms THE CHARMING JEWELRY COLLECTION FROM CATHERINE DEMARCHELIER BY ELIZABETH DARWEN
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atherine Demarchelier’s jewelry designs were inspired by her favorite islands and were created to offer beauty, joy, and meaning to each person wearing them. Her inaugural piece was inspired by Shelter Island, New York, a place named by the Manhasset Indians because it is an island sheltered by other islands. To those who know Shelter Island, it is a place to discover that once visited will forever stay with you. Born in Versailles, France, Catherine was always intrigued by the magical land’s gorgeous castle, gardens, and basins. At the age of 16, she was the champion of France leading the International French Swim team. Upon relocating to the United States and discovering Shelter Island, she again found the place that moved her; a place she was inspired to call home. A Shelter Island, NY resident since 1979, Catherine has long had a special fondness for and connection with her community. She has always been artistic and innovative, with previous careers as a decorator and a stylist that honed her aesthetic eye.
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Catherine’s creativity also stems from her love of other paradise islands like St. Barths in the French West Indies, bringing to life a charm that complements and can be combined with her other pieces. Reasonably ranging in price from $180.00 for silver to $600.00 for gold, the selections in this charming and geographically inspired charm collection include: the Brooklyn Bracelet, Brooklyn Chained Necklace and Brooklyn Necklace; the Corsica Bracelet, Corsica Chained Necklace and Corsica Necklace; the Florida Bracelet; Florida Chained Necklace and Florida Necklace; the Manhattan Bracelet, Manhattan Chained Necklace and Manhattan Necklace; the Miami Beach Bracelet, Miami Chained Necklace and Miami Necklace; the Rhode Island Bracelet, Rhode Island Chained Necklace; and Rhode Island Necklace; the Shelter Island Bracelet, Shelter Island Chained Necklace and Shelter Island Necklace; and the Texas Bracelet, Texas Chained Necklace and Texas Necklace. CD Charms’ growing collection will feature new additions coming soon. cdcharms.com
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Lola & Leone THE NEW FRAGRANCE BY OLGA LITVINENKO BY ANN GRENIER
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ola & Leone, a new fragrance by Olga Litvinenko, had its formal debut at a black-tie gala in Grand Central Station years after its inception in the South of France. Lola came across the fragrance as she was primping for the event and uncovered the secret that had been hiding in the bottle. She wore the perfume, and various attendees inquired about her essence throughout the evening. It was then that Lola decided to make it available to the rest of the world. The essence of Lola & Leone is fresh, clean and sophisticated. The hand-signed, limited edition 100ml 3.3 FL OZ. Eau De Parfum includes a refined combination of wood oils, rose, pear, orris, bergamot, star anise and gardenias. It leaves a positive and lasting impression while manifesting a ‘scentsation’ on those who wear it. The company is currently headquartered in Greenwich, CT and is looking forward to a continued global expansion through their website, www.lolaleone.com, and select retail locations. The name has both meaning and purpose: combining the name of a friend who tragically drowned when Lola was twenty-three years old with her own. It was when Lola met the death of Leone that she realized life’s purpose: to love thyself and to leave a legacy of creativity, passion, and sincerity while making a difference . . . one scent at a time. Lola & Leone will be donating a portion of profits to select charitable organizations. lolaleone.com.
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Dr. Tamer Seckin, M.D. A LIFELONG FIGHT TO END ENDOMETRIOSIS BY LILLIAN LANGTRY
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nternationally renowned surgeon, best-selling author, founder of the Seckin Endometriosis Center (SEC) and co-founder of the Endometriosis Foundation of America (EndoFound), Dr. Tamer Seckin, M.D. has helped thousands of women afflicted with endometriosis through minimally invasive advanced laparoscopic surgery. Ranked among America’s top surgeons and gynecologists, Dr. Seckin has over three decades of experience in the field of GYN surgery, and is among the very few surgeons in the United States who are committed to the use of Laparoscopic Deep-Excision of endometriosis. A painful and debilitating disease, endometriosis is a condition where tissue, usually found inside the uterus, begins to grow outside the uterus. Often, agonizing symptoms follow including pelvic pain, infertility, painful periods, and a host of other life-altering medical issues. Bearing witness to this pain in so many of his patients, Dr. Seckin made it his quest to stop this affliction in its tracks. A best-selling author, Dr. Seckin wrote Recognizing and Treating Endometriosis: The Doctor Will See You Now in 2016. In an effort to spread endometriosis knowledge far and wide, Dr. Seckin wrote his book in a way easy for all to understand, not just medical professionals. The book is dedicated to “Endo Warriors”, women who share their stories and empower others afflicted with the disease. In addition to lecturing at symposiums,
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seeking out and implementing groundbreaking medical technology, instructing at Lenox Hill Hospital, and treating patients at his successful Park East Gynecology & Surgery P.C. in New York City, Dr. Seckin co-founded the Endometriosis Foundation of America (EndoFound) with Padma Lakshmi, the American author, actress, and model in 2009. A thriving non-profit headquartered in New York City, EndoFound, with Dr. Seckin as Medical Director, works to increase awareness about this disease, emphasizing early detection as a
major factor in prevention. Along with producing awareness events, sponsoring research, and providing treatment advice, the EFA also launched the The ENPOWR™ Project to bring education about the disease to schools and communities, advocating medical care with interactive learning tools.
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he evening of July 16, 2018 saw an odd occurrence on ABC’s The Proposal. During the swimwear segment of the show, one of the contestants, a Queens native, raised a few eyebrows and plenty of cheers by rapping to the then-mystery man behind the curtain. That contestant was none other than Women of Achievement’s own Ms. New York, Aesha Waks. “The producers of the show just loved that I rapped, and pushed for me to do it on the show. I thought it would be fun, so I said sure, why not?” said Aesha. Just 8 months before this, Aesha was in Los Angeles aboard the Queen Mary as part of the Women of Achievement national pageant in which she was crowned the 2nd runner up. The pageant serves to recognize outstanding women and the organizations in which they serve their communities with. Aesha, who cured herself of anorexia, stood on a platform of fighting eating disorders. It’s a fight she’s been involved in for a long time now, even writing a
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book titled The Model Body Plan, in which she separates “fact from fad,” and offers sensible weight loss solutions. The book is available on Barnes & Noble and Amazon. After being crowned aboard the Queen Mary, Aesha was approached to submit herself for a new show from The Bachelorette’s Mike Fleiss. She was told that the show would be similar to a competition with different categories such as swimwear, evening wear, and that she would be a great fit. Being no stranger to pageants, Aesha agreed and was subjected to 3 months of interviews. Aesha says, “They put us through a psych eval, drug test, STD test, you name it. Ultimately, though, it made us more feel comfortable, like we could just be ourselves after that.” After being accepted, she was flown back out to LA to the Warner Bros lot for rehearsal… an experience she can only describe as surreal. “It reminded me of when I was a kid, going to Disneyland. But it’s one thing to see these movie sets and another to be actually involved in one of those productions.”
This was certainly not her first time on TV or film, though. Over the years, Aesha has compiled an impressive acting resume, starring alongside names like Sam Rockwell, Paul Giamatti, Adrian Grenier, etc. She was almost Meadow Soprano… but that’s a story for another time. Her latest foray into acting is indie thriller Smoke Screen (2018), which has her playing contract killer Emma Pierce, a role type she has always wanted to play. She revealed, ”I grew up watching James Bond and looked up to the femme fatales and contract killers, and I love playing characters that are so diametrically opposed to how I really am. It’s also a rarity to come across such a well written, strong female character.” Smoke Screen was just released and is available on Amazon. Despite being eliminated in one of the final rounds of The Proposal, among a gaggle of blonds, Aesha remains a hopeless romantic and a believer in true love. She is currently an advanced personal trainer and sports nutritionist for the YMCA in NYC.
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What Does Nude Mean to You? Ally Shoes Launches “5 Shades of Nude” Heel Collection What does the color “nude” mean to you? The answer varies from woman to woman. After launching their “Little Back Heel” collection with huge success , Ally Shoes has taken on the color nude. Once again, they have built something consumers don’t have to compromise on. Ally Shoes is officially launching their “5 Shades of Nude” collection on July 31th (media embargo) on Indiegogo, proving that beauty doesn’t have to hurt and recognizing that one shade doesn’t fit all. Ally Shoes is a female-led, fashion-forward startup known for marrying classic style with modern technology to create high-performance and high-quality heels for high-achieving women of all backgrounds. The team includes Stanford MBA- turnedFounder, Samantha Dong, Yeezy Designer, Sara Jaramillo, Chief Scientific Officer, Dr. Roxann Clarke, and Chief Advisor, Jeff Henderson. Together, they have re-engineered heels with new adaptable material, a patent-pending internal structure, and a proprietary fit algorithm to bring superior fit and comfort to classic pumps. 98 | MetMagNY.com | 25AMagazine.com
Ally Shoes Features • Adaptable leather that conforms to foot shape throughout the day • Insole with 3-point comfort system to address common problem areas felt in heels • 3 inch heel height that is universal for style and comfort • Grip-textured outsole to allow stable ground contact while walking In addition to creating game-changing heels, Ally focuses on building a supportive female community around the shared experience of wearing heels. The Ally Circle was initially formed when the team brought together friends to sample shoes. This small community of early adopters and testers has grown into a tightknit community of women in NYC and around the world.
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Hey Mom, I want to grow up to be a Supermodel! BY ADAM KLUGER
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aty Thielke Straser is a successful Real Estate Agent in one of the most competitive markets out there: Silicon Valley! Her side hustle is being a “Mom-ager” to her 13 year old daughter, Anna Kathryn, as Anna successfully navigates the minefield of being a teen model. Anna will be walking in Fashion Week at NYFW, showing off the fashions of designer, Nancy Vuu, and her luxury brand. Metropolitan Magazine sits down with all three to discuss the dynamics of model, mom/manager and designer. AK: Katy, how did Anna get into the modeling business? KTS: Anna’s modeling career started after a serendipitous encounter at Bloomingdales in Palo Alto, CA. While shopping in the store a woman came up to us and asked if Anna had ever been “in pictures.” The woman ended up being a photographer for GAP Kids and asked if she could take pictures of Anna for an upcoming ad campaign. I thought it would be fun and took her up on her offer! That was the beginning of her portfolio and what propelled her into the modeling/entertainment industry! AK: Anna, how does modeling fit into your life? Is it a hobby, a vocation, or are you not sure yet? I know you also act and sing. ANNA: For me, modeling is more than just a job. Modeling is a passion of mine because I meet people I would not get the chance to meet in any other circumstance. Modeling teaches me time management skills because I have to balance my academic, social, and professional life. I also enjoy singing and acting, which is similar to modeling because it requires a thick skin, and a confident attitude. I am not sure yet about how I want to make modeling, acting, and singing play out in my life because I am young with so many opportunities at my fingertips. AK: Katy, what are the most important things a Mom needs to do to help her daughter (or son) get into modeling? And what are the inevitable obstacles that you both must face and overcome to become as successful as Anna is at this point? KTS: I learned networking and being quick to respond to opportunities have been critical to furthering Anna’s career. Keeping a current portfolio and utilizing different social media platforms have also been key to her success. Furthering Anna’s career has taken a lot of personal dedication. I have had to learn to balance my own work as a real estate agent, while also being Anna’s biggest supporter and manager. AK: Anna, how do you stay grounded in a world that judges you solely on your looks and how you wear clothes and make-up? What’s been the hardest parts about this journey? What are the best parts? KTS: In this modeling world, you have to pave your own path. Having my mom as my manager makes it easier because I have a great support team working behind me and boosting my self-confidence. Believing that
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I look fantastic and perform well helps me push towards my goals. Many times I need to find strength in myself and tell myself that I look good or am performing well. The hardest part is when I see someone that is doing better than me in the industry. I can get jealous, or doubt myself. But in the end, I have learned to be inspired by the people I believe to be better than me. I feel that it is a productive way to channel and embrace those few insecurities I may have. AK: Anna, what else do you want our readers to know about you? ANNA: I want your readers to know that not everything in the business is smooth and perfect. In reality it’s a process that takes hard work from many people. When the pictures are printed and
posted online they turn into beautiful creations that look perfect. But the real parts of this industry require all the people to make it happen. The magic is in the process and then finally everyone gets to see the outcome. The running, screaming and stress of it all really creates experiences I will never forget. Personally, I enjoy playing tennis with my friends, spending time with my family, and hanging out with my calico cat, “Daisy”. AK: Katy, what is you ultimate hope for Anna? I know her brother, Alex, is an actor who appeared on television in 13 Reasons Why, Season 2. Are you just a Mom who wants her kids to be in the limelight? KTS: Really haven’t thought about chasing the limelight with my children. I pursue fun
opportunities that give both my son (11) and daughter (13) more exposure, but do not make that the focus of their lives. My first and foremost job is being their mother and raising grounded, smart, value-driven, and respectful kids. Our family’s world does not revolve around modeling. Modeling is something fun that my children enjoy. The industry has helped boost their people skills, confidence, self-esteem and also given us a great amount of one-on-one and bonding time together which I/we love! AK: Anna, what is your ultimate hope for yourself? ANNA: My ultimate goal is to be a professional model and actress. After I attend college and study subjects that interest me and help me grow as an educated woman, I want to continue my November 2018 | 101
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career and incorporate all the life lessons I’ve learned in how to be the best person I can be. I want people to know my name and recognize me on the street. AK: Nancy, congratulations of being featured at Fashion Week. Tell us a little bit about how you got here and what makes your fashion line different and special. NW: It’s been an amazing journey of 5 years since we launched our fashion brand, and by God’s grace & goodness, we are where we are today. I had a spiritual encounter, or epiphany some would say, 6 years ago that completely changed my life. I was at a faithbased conference packed with thousands of ladies. As I was intently listening to the message, suddenly everything blanked out and an audible voice came to me and gave me an assignment. I said “yes” and the rest is history. I’m happy to share my story in detail another time. We are a luxury couture brand that focuses on styling “family”. That being said, we are most known for our children, women’s and matching mommy & me couture. Not only does our elegant, bold designs and craftsmanship set us apart, but more than that, it is the experience that one has, when styled in Nancy Vuu. One undergoes a beautiful transformation that sings and echoes in their inner spirit that releases true beauty that can be seen and measured. 102 | MetMagNY.com | 25AMagazine.com
AK: Nancy, how did you end up choosing Anna to wear your fashions, and what do you look for in a young model to represent your line? NW: It must have been fate. Katy and I are both real estate agents, and I happened to meet her on my last day at an office we both were working at, at the time, in the Peninsula (North of San Francisco). When I told her I was Nancy Vuu, she asked me if I happen to be in fashion and then told me she was a huge fan of our designs. She, of course, then showed me her daughter’s pictures which I instantly fell in love with. Katy and I have since become good friends and it’s such a joy to be able to work with her talented and stunning daughter, Anna. AK: Nancy, as a designer who has seen models come and go, what advice can you give Katy and Anna as they pursue this often turbulent career? NW: DREAM BIG and never give up. Here’s one of my favorite quotes: Fate whispers to the warrior, “You cannot withstand the storm.” The warrior whispers back, “I am the storm.” AK: Nancy, what’s your next step after Fashion Week? NW: Our next show for this season’s LA Fashion Week is set on October 13th. We are thrilled to showcase our newest Spring|Summer 2019 Collection which will be at an exclusive estate
mansion in Beverly Hills. The mansion was formerly owned by Mischa Barton and is now listed with the Altman Brothers on the Bravo TV show Million Dollar Listing. The beautiful part about our show is that we will also be raising awareness to support UNICEF’s End Trafficking Project. It’s very important to me that we continue to use our fashion platform to empower good. After LAFW, we will be heading to China in November in collaborations with the TianFu Bank of Chengdu to do a charity fashion show to raise funds for the children and villages in Tibet & Mongolia who are in great need and poverty. AK: Anna, as you continue to succeed and thrive in this field, what advice do you have for other young girls interested in getting into modeling? And what would you tell their mothers in terms of how to support their dreams? ANNA: To all the young girls out there I would just say, focus on being you. There are many other girls competing and trying to be ¨prettier¨ or ¨better,¨ you just gotta block out the haters! For the moms, you need to promote, encourage and support but also know what is right. After all, I am still only thirteen. Advocating for us is the best thing a mom could do besides managing and organizing our day to days. Because in the end, even though my Mom is my manager, she is also, and has to be, my biggest fan.
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CEO & Founder Nicole Bryl Skincare BY ADAM KLUGER
First Lady Melania Trump, Ivanka Trump, and Queen Noor of Jordan are all loyal clients AK: Nicole, You are a very well-respected and well-known make-up Artist, as well as an entrepreneur with your own line of skincare products. How did you get started? NB: I am a born-and-raised upper, East-side, Manhattanite. By age 14, I was already involved in acting and painting at the Rudolf Steiner Waldorf School in New York City. My passion for creative expression soon translated into the form of being a makeup artist. My mother, Rochelle, got me into makeup at an early age and taught me everything I needed to know to groom clients when she would bring me as her assistant on 104 | MetMagNY.com | 25AMagazine.com
photo shoots. By 16, I traveled to Paris and met there with legendary, behind-the-scenes fashion photographer, Roxanne Lowit, who invited me and her daughter, Vanessa, to trail her work backstage at the Chanel, Yves Saint Laurent and Christian Lacroix shows. Having had the honor on this trip to spend close amounts of time with Paloma Picasso and designer Christian Lacroix, my creativity and standard of excellence were inspired even further. Through Paloma’s regal manor and innate understanding of art and beauty, coupled with Christian’s visionary attention to detail and design, I was left with
a strong impression that would raise my standard of what an “Artist” was forever. After a 34 year career as a makeup artist in all areas of the business, I then went into my kitchen in the spring of of 2014 and began playing with my favorite anti-aging ingredients testing out how they would mix together. Eventually after 4 months of solitude and non-stop formulations and mad- scientist-type of beauty explorations (as my mom described it!), my classic 4 minute anti-aging treatment was born, and I cannot even imagine how I ever lived a day without it.
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AK: You have quite a long list of celebrity clientele. How did this happen and can you name some of them for us? NB: I would say that being in the business consistently for 34 years now is how it happened. I never left the business, I just stayed in it consistently and that’s because it’s what I love to do and how I enjoy spending my life. I love career, and success is a by-product of what I put into that career. It’s my passion and it’s exciting to me and it is what gets me up each morning. My client list include stunners such as: First Lady Melania Trump, Ivanka Trump,The Rockefeller Family, The Hilfiger Family, NASCAR’s France Family, Lionsgate Entertainment Feltheimer Family, Her Serene Highness Princess Charlene of Monaco, Naomi Watts, Brooke Shields and Queen Noor of Jordan to name a few. I am grateful to give to these extraordinary families my time and I take it seriously. It’s especially
exciting these days as they are all using and loving my hand-crafted skincare products. I do not begin any makeup now without having them perform my “4 minute anti-aging treatment plus perfecting serum” on their faces. It’s made a huge difference in how flawless the makeup application looks and holds up throughout the event. AK: How different is it working on public figures vs. everyday women? NB: Public figures have images to uphold that are photographed and placed in magazines and papers all around the world. If they don’t look flawless it’s a tarnished image that will follow them endlessly and that’s a huge amount of pressure. So as a makeup artist to public figures I work to create a look for them that compliments beautifully with their clothing and hair. It’s a delicate dance between the client’s vision, the
clothing stylist’s and the hairstylist’s. We must all work together to maintain excellence for our client’s image and follow through on their vision for themselves depending on where they need to be that day. These days, I do not work with everyday woman in my makeup career as the clients I do work with have intensive schedules that keep me pretty occupied. When I first began as a makeup artist and worked with brides or women who wanted business makeovers or lessons I would say the great difference between them and high profile clients is that mostly everyday woman just wanted to learn how to improve on what they already looked like, but also, just be the better version of themselves. It was less about creating an image and more about feeling the best they could be for everyday life. It’s great there are so many creative people out there to cater to all needs and requests. There is a place in the world of beauty for everyone. November 2018 | 105
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AK: What is your philosophy about make-up? NB: My philosophy about makeup always begins with great skin. If your skin isn’t prepped and primed to perfection, no matter what makeup style you’re going for, it won’t look as flawless if the skin underneath isn’t absolutely at its best. That’s why I always insist my makeup subjects begin with my “Vitamin C, 4 Minute Antiaging Treatment” plus perfecting serum, then no matter what the occasion, makeup will always look better! For those that are ultra sensitive and have rosacea, I simply use my face lifting water alone as its calming to the surface of the skin, suitable for those that have rosacea and really tightens before moisturizer is applied. AK: What differentiates you from other make-up artists? NB: I would say, yes, certainly makeup technique and creative abilities play a big part as to why clients hire me initially. Of course it’s important to capture whatever look that is requested of you and maintain that creative consistency over time. But the reason clients have kept me on for years and years, and in some cases for 20 plus years, is an entirely different story. From my perspective what I do is equally 106 | MetMagNY.com | 25AMagazine.com
a balance of makeup technique, mixed with absolute loyalty and shared sympathetic value systems. That is a must for me too. I want to love what my clients represent and cheerlead for their life, so shared values is something that bonds us and integrity plays a huge role. The personal energy I give to my clients is wholesome and genuine--from the heart—and is perhaps energy that they need somehow and that’s why they keep me. How I have always seen it is that my role as a makeup artist is that of giving service, love and allegiance to my clients. They trust me in their homes and with their families and in the most intimate and private of life’s circumstances, and ultimately, with their public image. I do not take this lightly and I am honored by their trust. I enjoy clients who are family-oriented rather than just trendy. And in order for me to give all of myself to them like this, they, too, show a mutual respect and gratitude to me as an artist and for my care and hard work. This means the world to me and keeps the engine running, so to speak. These woman are truly larger than life and the life lessons I have learned from all of their extraordinary life experiences is nothing you can put a price tag on. My work with my clients is just a blessing and I am grateful to all of them each time I see them.
1. Perform your Nicole Bryl Vitamin C - 4 Minute Anti-aging Skincare treatment daily to prep and prime your skin to perfection before your favorite moisturizer or beauty products are applied. Protecting your skin like this is my #1 suggested skincare must do when maintaining a fresh and youthful appearance to ensure that your favorite beauty products are being fully absorbed and utilized. 2. Never go to sleep with makeup on. Sleeping with makeup on really cracks and dries out your poor skin. It also makes you break out and stops your eyelashes from rejuvenating over night which thins them down over time. SO, just make it a habit, even when you might not be wearing that much makeup to spend three minutes before bed (even if you are exhausted) taking off your eye makeup and washing your face! Your skin will thank you for it in the morning!!! 3. Gently wash your makeup brushes religiously once a week. Makeup brushes easily build up dirt residue due to the fact that your face creates moisture. Using the same makeup brushes day in and out, without washing them regularly, will add more oil build up on the skin which makes applying makeup less blended looking. Additionally because of the oil build up on the brushes, unwanted bacteria may occur leading to unwanted breakouts too.
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Kimberly Guilfoyle Cover Party POWER SCENE FOR THE POWER COUPLE BY ADAM KLUGER
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ey, you must be the Spice Girls!” Of course they weren’t. But a silly joke is often a great ice breaker at large parties I’ve found. And the 400 plus guests at Omar’s restaurant at 100 East 63rd street weren’t messing around. I got to Omar’s early and looked at my IPhone next to the host station where elegantly attired waiters stood by as the PR, Security and restaurant staff were briefed on protocols and the agenda for the evening. Serious stuff. But so are armed guards and secret service outfitted with machine guns. These are the times we live in and oh yeah, members of the current U.S. President’s family were going to be arriving shortly to celebrate Metropolitan Magazine’s August cover girl Kimberly Guilfoyle. That meant that Donald Trump Jr. would also be with Kimberly, not only gallantly ushering her
past our colleagues at TMZ and the New York Post, but later regaling members of the party, how he’s learned that,” it’s not easy to follow a Kimberly Guilfoyle speech!” Once again, Don told anyone who cared, which was just about everyone, of course, just how much he respects and appreciates his new girlfriend. A nice moment shared by all in attendance. Of course the feeling was mutual as Kimberly took the microphone and then took her guests into her life as a mom and a patriot. Metropolitan Magazine Publisher Chase Backer organized the stylish shindig with PR maven Adam Weiss, that was rife with scores of media folk from election night mainstay Bill Hemmer of Fox News to his colleague, longtime legal eagle, Greta Van Susteren. Chase’s speech was off-the cuff but the message was clear. This magazine party was a major event. The place was packed, seriously so, with politicos and big wheels. Billionaires and movers and shakers. AJ Catsimitides, the daughter
of the Gristedes founder, couldn’t have been friendlier. So too was Curtis Ellis of America First who promised to speak with Ivanka (Trump, who else) about doing an interview and cover for Metropolitan. Hey, if you don’t ask... Oops. Big ruckus up front. Time to check on that. “Kimberly and Don are here,” Adam Weiss shared with me as a Jedi Master might whisper to his charge. Adam Weiss is cool and unflappable on the outside but when it’s game on, his eyes burn with intensity and his words make a lot of sense. I like this guy. I can see why he works with some really big names. Kimberly and Don had shown up with security in tow. The Power Couple worked the step and repeat with ease and the over-packed room like true professionals. They knew just who to hug and there was plenty of hugging going on. Even amongst the tight-knit members of the Metropolitan Magazine staff who have been working non-stop to diversify and enlarge the November 2018 | 109
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magazine’s brand and to constantly “think bigger.” On this night, celebratory drinks were definitely in order. Along with delicious empanadas being circulated at just the right pace. Metropolitan Creative Director Heidi North, who designed the gorgeous Kimberly magazine cover from a (code named) “red dress” image, hand-picked by Chase, from Jill Lotenberg’s selects, even snagged a photo with “Donberly” to the amusement and delight of her terrific husband Rich. The staff was stoked that the new issue had gone viral online and had generated over 35,000 new impressions for August. Pretty cool! But just a good start we all agreed. “If you Google me you’ll see I have 500 Million Face Book fans,” offered a distinguished gentleman named Suhul Seth, who found my spiel about being the new Editor in Chief especially entertaining, after I explained
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that the fancy title just meant I was now a glorified Maitre D for the night, responsible for introducing guests to each other and making sure trays of drinks were making their way to their rightful destinations. Armed with my own tray of five strong mixed drinks dressed with floating red peppers on top, I then glided through the well heeled crowd. I had returned, yet again, to kibbitz with the friendly Spice Girls. Who were, in fact, not actually pop stars but stone-cold rock stars. As it turned out, this cadre of highly intelligent young women decorating the corner booth had all been working for the Trump family for a couple years now. (Gulp!) A couple of the young ladies worked for oldest son Eric Trump and the others worked for Don Jr. They all appreciated the drinks and even seemed to appreciate (or at least politely put up with, my silliness.) As I turned around slowly, it was suddenly photo-
op time, as the statuesque, yet very down to earth, Tiffany Trump, in a white outfit and black headband entered the party. Her smile genuine, her demeanor graceful. Impressive in a word. Partygoers were also impressed by the volume and the make-up of this crowd. There were few lightweights in this group. I snagged a copy of the new issue and worked my way to the door. Said good- bye to some new friends who complimented the magazine and our party. Nice. Rather than head over to the Vanity Fair Party that was starting at 10pm, I had a better idea. Super-publicist Bruce Lynn, Features Reporter Melissa Clark and I did the thing New Yorkers do. We walked a couple blocks to a pizza place to grab slices and drinks and talk about the magnificently fun party we just attended.
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hristie Brinkley and Sailor Brinkley-Cook recently got hot and sweaty at the fourth annual Southampton Sweat fitness festival at the Swouthampton Arts Center. The Supermodel mother-daughter duo had a blast working out and thrilling their fans. Sailor snuggled with her professional surfer boyfriend, Balaram Stack and participated in workouts led by NYC’s Dogpound, while Christie hung out at Total Gym’s pop-up station. Sailor and Christie mingled with trainers, attendees, and Southampton Sweat founder Leah Landon.
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Spotlight SPECIAL OLYMPICS & THE ACTORS FUND WITH JULIANNE MICHELLE
SPECIAL OLYMPICS Special Olympics New York provides yearround sports training and competition in 22 Olympic-style sports to children and adults with intellectual disabilities at no cost to the athletes, their families or caregivers. Over 66,000 athletes train and compete with Special Olympics New York, the largest Special Olympics program in North America. Connect via: Instagram: @specialolympicsnyc Facebook: SpecialOlympicsNYC Twitter: @nyc_so
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12th Annual Summer Social, Wednesday, August 8, 2018 On August 8, theSpecial Olympics New York’s Leadership Council raised over $123,000 for Special Olympics New York at the 12thAnnual Summer Social at Marquee New York. This year’s Athlete Honoree was John’s Crazy Socks’ Founder and Special Olympics New York athlete, John Cronin. The evening, attended by over 500 of Manhattan’s young professionals,includeda spectacular digital silent auction, music by DJ Luther Riggs, and Sponsor an Athlete portion dedicated to John Cronin. Event Sponsors IncludedMorgan Stanley Private Wealth Management, Metropolitan Realty Group LLC, Bank of America Merrill Lynch,
Starwood Property Trust, Ernst & Young, Tito’s Handmade Vodka, Don Julio, Rose Piscine, Peterson’s Winery, E & J Gallo Winery, and Anheusier-Busch. specialolympics-ny.org THE ACTORS FUND: Since 1882, The Actors Fund has been providing invaluable aid to performing arts and entertainment professionalsthrough its expansive programs. Connect through Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram@TheActorsFundCelebrity PaddleBattl, Monday, August 27, 2018 On August 27 The Actors Fund hosted a funfilled celebrity ping-pong evening at SPIN NYC. Guests enjoyed playing alongside Broadway’s
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brightest starsand then enjoyed watching the veteran entertainers battle it out amongst each other in a dazzling mini celebrity tournament. Attendees includedThe Band’s VisitTony winner Ari’el Stachel and Jelani Alladin, Timothy Hughes, Noah Ricketts, and Adam Jepsen of Disney’sFrozen, Tony nominee Anthony Boyle (Harry Potter and the Cursed Child), Josh Canfield (The Great Comet), Alex Gibson (SpongeBob SquarePants),Hunter Ryan Herdlicka(A Little Night Music),Aaron Lazar(upcomingDear Evan Hansennational tour),Julia Murney(Wiked),Wesley Taylor(SpongeBob SquarePants) and Tony nominee Max von Essen (Anastasia).Light bites and refreshments were served. Raffle prizes included Broadway show tickets and getaway packages.While all Actors Fund supporters
were welcome, the event was part of thelarger initiative by the Fund to re-invigorate their Young Professionals division.
Julianne Michelle is an award-winning actress whose career began at the age of 5. She is currently playing Max in the upcoming sitcom, New Dogs, Old Tricks, for Amazon TV. Throughout her life, Julianne has supported numerous worthy causes, including St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, The Alzheimer’s Association, Fountain House, The Children of Chernobyl, Child Haven, and Positively Kids. Julianne was honored by Teen People Magazine as one of “20 Teens Who Will Change the World”, was named by L’Oréal Paris as one of the “Top Five
Teens in the World”, and has received other awards of recognition as well as a letter of commendation from President Bill Clinton. Julianne graduated from Columbia University with a Master’s degree in social work and received her LMSW in 2018. Her clinical background and personal experience have enlightened the mission of her upcoming jewelry brand, Juls, which will be donating 10% of all net proceeds to disenfranchised women and survivors of domestic violence.
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Thomas J. Henry Law Firm Celebrates 25th Anniversary In Style With A $10 Million Bash BY CLARA MORGAN
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ell-known Texas attorney Thomas J. Henry celebrated in style 25 years in business with a n e x t ra v a g a n t $10 Million dollar star-studded bash in San Antonio, Texas. The Henry family, known for their viral parties, celebrated along with all the employees who have contributed to the law firm’s continued success. The sprawling guest list for the party included family, friends, and employees. The party was also attended by Shanina Shaik, Kendra Wilkinson, Lance Bass,
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Kelly Osbourne, and Imaní Scott. The evening was hosted by actor-comedian George Lopez with feature performances by top world-renowned music artists: Austin Mahone and Enrique Iglesias, and a special surprise guest performance. There was also a DJ set by Lil Jon and a closing stage show by The Chainsmokers. The Henry family is no stranger to elaborate, star-studded bashes. The family’s $6 million Quinceañera they threw for their daughter Maya, 18, was a viral sensation. Last year, the family threw several more star-studded bashes featuring performances by Migos, Cardi B, DJ Khaled, J Balvin, Diplo, and more.
Thomas J. Henry is a top national attorney and philanthropist from Texas. He is the founder of Thomas J. Henry Injury Attorneys, a national personal injury firm. He has been featured in Newsweek Magazine, Parenting Magazine, Forbes, and Fortune for the record-breaking multimillion-dollar awards won for his clients. Thomas J. Henry is also a well-known philanthropist – hosting and sponsoring large scale community events and donating hundreds of thousands of dollars to many different initiatives.
Spirited Celebrations in the Grand Salon Expansive bouquets of red roses and ceiling crystals cascading from sparkling chandeliers enhance the festive setting of the Grand Salon. The seasonal centerpiece of the majestic space is the recently-installed Baccarat Red Grand Genre vase. Inspired by the iconic Harcourt design, this exceptional creation is double cased with red crystal and exalted with diamonds, and on display throughout the season for all to enjoy.
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PROSTATE CANCER FOUNDATION’S 19TH ANNUAL GALA IN THE HAMPTONS DURING THE 14TH ANNUAL CHARLES EVANS PCF PRO-AM TENNIS TOURNAMENT By Clara Morgan
The Prostate Cancer Foundation (PCF) hosted the 19th Annual Gala in the Hamptons at the Parrish Art Museum in Water Mill, NY: Senator Lindsey Graham, Michael Milken ©Rob Rich/Society Allure
John Fogerty at the Prostate Cancer Foundation’s (PCF) 19th Annual Gala in the Hamptons ©Patrick McMullan
U.S. Secretary of Treasury Steven Mnuchin, Louise Linton at the Prostate Cancer Foundation’s (PCF) 19th Annual Gala in the Hamptons ©Rob Rich/Society Allure
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A PRIVATE CHARITY BRUNCH, AN EVENING UNDER THE STARS, & THE HAMPTON CLASSIC By Clara Morgan
RAND Luxury, Inc. produced a private charity brunch in collaboration with Ferrari and Maserati of Long Island at the Bridgehampton estate of Kenneth and Maria Fishel: Michael Strahan, CEO Bradford Rand of Rand Luxury ©Rob Rich/Society Allure
Kenneth Fishel, Maria Fishel, Bradford Rand, Marion Waxman, Dr. Samuel Waxman at the RAND Luxury private charity brunch ©Rob Rich/Society Allure
Andrea Fornarola Hunsberger of Elements Fitness Studio, Will Hunsberger at the RAND Luxury private charity brunch ©Rob Rich/Society Allure
Lawrence Scott Events proudly produced “An Intimate Evening Under the Stars” with Michael Bolton to benefit The Michael Bolton Charities, Water Mill, NY: Larry Scott of Lawrence Scott Events, Michael Bolton ©Lauren Clarke-Bennet
Chris Wragge, Sarah Wragge at “An Intimate Evening Under the Stars” ©Lenny Stucker
Kimberly Guilfoyle at “An Intimate Evening Under the Stars” ©Rose Billings
Asia Lee, Victoria Furman at “An Intimate Evening Under the Stars” ©John Roca
Joan Hornig, Shelley Zalis at “An Intimate Evening Under the Stars” ©Rose Billings
Jean Shafiroff and Brooke Shields at the Hampton Classic Horse Show grounds, Bridgehampton, NY ©Patrick McMullan
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A SUMMER PARTY, A BEAUTY EXPO, & A PREMIERE By Clara Morgan
Larry Scott of Lawrence Scott Events produced Southampton Hospital’s 60th Annual Summer Party, Southampton, NY: Joe Farrell, Kimberly Guilfoyle, Larry Scott, Scott Seltzer ©Patrick McMullan
New Hair Revival System™ Hair Detox®, the first lifestyle supplement on the market by Founder, creative director and hair loss expert Angelo David Pisacreta of Angelo David Salon, made its debut at the Indie Beauty Expo: Angelo David Pisacreta ©Patrick McMullan
Soulful pop and funk singer Imaní Scott headlined the Family Office Wealth Forum one-day conference at a private residence in Southampton, NY: Imaní Scott ©Rose Billings
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Actress Natali Yura graced the red carpet at the premiere of the new movie The Row at AMC Sunset 5: Randy Couture, Natali Yura ©Getty Images
Rebecca Minkoff launched her new “I Am Many” female empowerment campaign at her New York boutique, NYC: Rebecca Minkoff, Coco Rocha ©BFA
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