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I had my husband’s 60th birthday party here. Their wine room is beautiful, the food is delicious and the service is second to none. The wait staff was very attentive to not only the birthday boy but to everyone else. Corey, our event planner was so easy to work with and did not oversell us on anything. We had the perfect amount of food (butler service and appetizer trays) and everyone loved the menu that we set. I can say enough good things about Charlie’s of Lincroft.

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We recently had the most INCREDIBLE experience at Charlie’s of Lincroft. From the moment we arrived to check out the location until the moment we left, everything was absolutely amazing. We decided to have our wedding in the wine room, and it turned out to be the perfect choice for our intimate ceremony. The room felt so cozy and romantic, creating a beautiful atmosphere for our special day.

The service provided by the waiters and bartender was top-notch. They were incredibly helpful and sweet throughout the entire night, ensuring that our guests were well taken care of. We had our own floor in the restaurant, separate from other guests, which made it feel like our own private venue. With about 20 people attending, there was plenty of room for everyone to move around, hang out by the bar, and simply enjoy the evening.

Overall, our experience at Charlie’s of Lincroft was beyond our expectations. We are already looking forward to hosting more events at this fantastic venue in the future. If you’re searching for a place that offers excellent service, a cozy and intimate atmosphere, and a team that goes the extra mile, Charlie’s of Lincroft is definitely the place to go. It’s worth every single penny.

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CONTENTS

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FEATURES 52 KICK IT UP

No mere fad, dress sneakers are here to stay— and so are the rules for wearing them with style.

54 ASTON MARTIN’S MARVEL

The British automaker embraces change with the new Vanquish—its first mid-engine hypercar.

58 AEGEAN SWEET SPOT

The storied, scenic, beachy Greek island of Paros is the kind of destination tourists crave. Happily, not too many tourists know that yet.

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CREATED JUST FOR YOU

Painter Alexandra Suvorova exuberantly taps other media, other eras—and another name.

Choosing the world of made-to-measure garments, you’ll get precisely what you want.

LOUNGE IN LUXURY

Dinner for date night? Cocktails with the crew? Be sure you’re wearing the season’s most stylish and sophisticated looks—all available at Garmany.

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Fall back to fashion with Garmany.

21 The Garmany Guide

Zegna’s luxurious looks...Veja’s best foot forward...Jimmy Choo’s “it” bags…and more.

50 The Leading Man

No matter what John Legend wears, the singer oozes class, his style as much on key as his music.

86 Fitness

28 Elements of Style

Johnell Garmany solves your sartorial dilemmas.

The newest thing in exercise is the basic “primal” moves your ancestors made long before they were human.

30 Women’s Trends

88 Sporting Life

Cool colors, playful patterns—and styles from yesteryear—inspire the season’s hottest looks.

34 Women’s Essentials

From shoes and handbags to sweaters and coats, these are the pieces you need the most.

40 The Muse

Actress Anya Taylor-Joy can’t capture pawns as well as the wunderkind she once played.

But she captures our attention like a champ.

42 Men’s Essentials

Stock up on all the must-haves for fall and winter.

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Steamboat Springs, Colorado, isn’t as chic as Vail or Aspen, but it’s unbeatable for the quality of its snow and the authenticity of its Western vibe.

92 Grape

The finest cabernet sauvignon wines from California’s Sonoma County now rival those of its well-known neighbor, Napa.

96 Service Directory

Your guide to the Garmany experience.

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Fall Back To Fashion We’re believers of self-expression through fashion, and there are many ways and days to show off your personality in fall.

Unlike the warm weather months, when we in the Northeast are compelled to dress specifically for the environment—you know the suspects: rain, humidity and sweltering heat—autumn and its temperate conditions allow us to make smart sartorial choices that make us look and feel great. Sure, spring may be the season to refresh, but now is the time to reset, return to regular routines and fall back to great fashion.

With that in mind, it’s a no-brainer that this is our favorite time of year at Garmany. We’re ready to help you dress your best and find the pieces that suit your personal style. Our spirited style consultants—boy, are the guys on the floor passionate about fashion—is excited to show you all the pieces we’ve curated from the world’s best designers. The selection runs the gamut, from classic and traditional to modern and trending, and we’re certain we have precisely the look you need whether you’re enjoying an outdoor fall festival with family and friends, sipping after-work cocktails with co-workers or celebrating a special occasion with your significant other.

We’ve filled this issue of Garmany with pieces and outfits that will inspire you to have your best fall ever. In “Lounge In Luxury,” you’ll see stunning men’s looks that will knock the cashmere socks off of you—I personally love everything from head to toe about the Brunello Cucinelli outfit on page 70. While

you’re flipping through the pages, you might recognize a name that hasn’t graced our magazine in a few seasons: Zegna. Our team is excited to reintroduce you to Zegna, the renowned Italian designer whose collection is back in store this fall.

For the ladies, all the amazing blazers, blouses, dresses and shoes featured in this issue are available in our ever-expanding women’s department. The vibe felt throughout our store’s second floor is just as electrifying as the men’s department, and that’s because the staff is so motivated to show off the season’s collection. We have the latest A-list attire from your favorites like Veronica Beard and A.L.C. as well as timeless and showstopping shoes from Christian Louboutin, Jimmy Choo, Gianvito Rossi and more.

But that’s not all we’re excited about this season and this issue. Beyond presenting you the fashion you love, we’ve also filled Garmany with articles that we know will pique your interests. Auto enthusiasts will fancy one of Aston Martin’s latest offerings (page 54), while oenophiles can read about the latest on fine wines (page 92). If you’re into travel (who isn’t?), turn to page 58 and read about one of Greece’s top destinations. Skiing more your style? Our story about Steamboat Springs, Colorado, on page 88 will surely get your adrenaline pumping.

We at Garmany hope you enjoy all the clothing, stories, information and personalities in this issue. If you’re craving more, stop by the store and say hello. We can’t wait to see you all!

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Recognize the subtle “V” logo stitched into the kicks that all the celebrities are wearing? Those are Veja sneakers, a Paris-born brand that crafts the world’s first fully sustainable sneakers for both men and women. The shoes are made entirely of Brazilian and Peruvian organic cotton, recycled plastic bottles and polyester and more ecological materials, which could be why so many eco-conscious A-listers like Meghan Markle, Eddie Redmayne and Reese Witherspoon are such fans. Or maybe it’s just because they’re stylish and comfortable too? Veja has sneakers in various styles—high or low tops, leather or canvas, lace-up or Velcro. Swing by Garmany this season to try on a few pairs!

WHAT WOMEN WANT Maybe you’re back at the office on a hybrid schedule, or maybe you’re still working from home. Either way, Veronica Beard, co-founded in 2009 by sisters-in-law Veronica Swanson Beard and Veronica Miele Beard in Australia, will have you looking put-together no matter where your day (or your job) takes you. The Dickey Jacket is the brand’s signature piece, a flattering, feminine blazer that instantly upgrades any look and can be mixed and matched for every occasion. Elsewhere in the tailored collection you’ll find pants, jumpsuits and outerwear, as well as more relaxed buttonup blouses and dresses to complement each look. Check out the women’s department at Garmany to see what’s new from Veronica Beard.

Helping you MAKE MEMORIES The Jersey Shore is a beautiful place to get married—and Shadowbrook at Shrewsbury is among our area’s premier luxury venues. Shadowbrook was an exquisite mansion with 25 luxury rooms at the turn of the 20th century, but it’s since expanded into a sprawling estate with space for more than 600 wedding guests. The newest iteration of Shadowbrook pays homage to its historic roots, but with contemporary touches for the modern bride and groom. If you’re on the hunt for a wedding venue or know someone who is, book a private tour at Shadowbrook—and tell them Garmany sent you. Then, once your date is confirmed, refer your guests to us, where our sales team can help them find the perfect black-tie or cocktail look for the big day!

The Shadowbrook at Shrewsbury, 1 Obre Pl., Shrewsbury, 732.747.0200; shadowbrook.com

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The A–Z list Garmany is proud to feature more than 75 designer brands!

Visit us to find your favorites and discover: 04651/ A TRIP IN A BAG 10 CROSBY AG JEANS A.L.C. ALEXIS ALTEA AUTUMN CASHMERE AVIATOR NATION BELSTAFF BENSON BLACK CLOVER BOGNER BRUNELLO CUCINELLI B-SIX CANALI CHARO RUIZ CHERVO USA CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN COMMON PROJECTS COPPLEY CRUSH DEREK LAM DERIGO DI BIANCO DOROTHEE SCHUMACHER DRIPPING IN GEMS EISBAR HATS ENZA COSTA ETON ETRO ETTINGER LONDON FEDELI FERRANTI FRADI

G/FORE G. BROWN GARDEUR GIANVITO ROSSI GIMO’S GOLDEN GOOSE GOODLIFE GREATS SNEAKERS GREYSON HARDEN HARRYS OF LONDON HEMANT AND NANDITA HESTRA GLOVES HUDSON JEANS IRO ISAIA J.LINDEBERG JACOB COHEN JANESSA LEONE JIMMY CHOO JONAS STUDIO JONATHAN SIMKHAI GUCCI EYEWEAR KIRED KITON KJUS NORTH AMERICA LEVERET LORO PIANA L’AGENCE MACKAGE MANOLO BLAHNIK MARCO PESCAROLO MARCOLIANI MARISSA WEBB MATINIQUE MAURIZIO BALDASSARI MONFRÈRE MOORER MOUSSY VINTAGE MZ WALLACE NICOLE BENISTI NILI LOTAN NN07 NOBIS NORTH SAILS PAL ZILERI PAOLO ALBIZZATI TIES PATRICK ASSARAF PIACENZA PRESIDENT’S PT USA RAG & BONE RAVAZZOLO REDVANLY RETROFÊTE ROCOCO SAND SANTONI SARTORIO SER.O.YA SIMONNOT-GODARD SPANX SWAG GOLF SWIMS SYDNEY EVAN TIKI TINTORIA MATTEI TOM FORD EYEWEAR TRAMAROSSA TUMI ULLA JOHNSON VEJA VERONICA BEARD VUORI WHITE SANDS WOOD UNDERWEAR ZANELLA ZEGNA ZIMMERMANN

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Style’s in THE BAG Kendall Jenner, Emma Stone and Jennifer Lopez—so many of fashion’s “it” girls are big fans of handbags by Jimmy Choo.

And this brand is among Garmany’s favorites as well. From night-out crossbodies to everyday totes, this Italian brand certainly does way more than just shoes. Some of our favorite bags of the season are the Bon Bon, a hand-held purse made of satin and crystals, and the classic Varenne, featuring the unmistakable JC emblem and the finest leather. See our collection of JC handbags at Garmany—we bet you won’t be going home with just one.

Here comes THE BOOM We love giving back to the community as much as we love dressing the community. And so we’re thrilled to announce our next big charity event, our 13th annual cocktail gathering to benefit the Boomer Esiason Foundation (BEF) with special guest Boomer Esiason. On Friday, Oct. 13, join us in-store at Garmany for a party celebrating life and fashion while raising awareness for cystic fibrosis (CF). The Foundation is made up of volunteers and medical professionals working together to heighten awareness, education and quality of life for those affected

by CF, while providing financial support to research aimed at finding a cure. Tickets are $300 per guest, and proceeds benefit BEF and its mission. For more information on tickets and sponsorship opportunities, please visit garmany.com/events/boomer-esiason-foundation-event/.

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Ride of YOUR LIFE Welcome BACK Everyone loves a good reunion, and we’re excited to reintroduce you to Zegna, the iconic Italian designer whose tailored clothing and sportswear return to Garmany this fall. This luxury brand is renowned for its emphasis on using high-quality fabrics, such as wool sourced from Australian farms and refined at the company’s mills in Northern Italy. The finest materials are then used by tailors to construct jackets and tuxedos, suits and sportcoats and sweaters and sneakers.

Once again, you can find the latest and greatest Zegna collections in our store, including the much-celebrated Triple Stitch sneakers.

Visit us this season and get reacquainted with the brand and the pieces you love most.

Before you buy a new Ford GT or Lamborghini Revuelto, pay homage to the great speedsters of the past and flip through 50 Ultimate Sports Cars: 1910s to Present (Taschen, 2023). This 40th edition guide is the sports car anthology, a curated collection of the most sought-after and groundbreaking vehicles ever made. From the breathtaking styles of the aforementioned Ford and Lambo to the cutting-edge designs of Bugatti and Maserati, you’ll find stunning imagery of your dream car in this must-have for every automotive connoisseur.

ASK MR. ETIQUETTE Johnell Garmany explains how to sail through life without giving offense.

I see guys these days wearing pants with different lengths. How much of the bottom of my leg can I show?

—Curious in Colts Neck We all see the fashion trend of short pants. This look, including wide-leg pants, should be worn sockless or with a no-show ped. It’s even OK to show some ankle if the pants are tapered to a 15inch bottom. A classic break of 1 inch on the shoe will always be in fashion. Remember: Wear your clothes the way that feels true to you, true to your taste and true to your style.

Style By DESIGN Go for IRO There are leather jackets…and then there are IRO leather jackets. This 15-year-old Parisian brand is inspired by the rock scene of America’s ’70s and ’80s, as well as everyday women you’d find walking on the street. And each leather jacket perfectly reflects that cool-girl persona. IRO’s pieces combine masculine and feminine elements, with hard-rock details like zippers and chains paired with flattering, girly silhouettes that are on-trend but still classic. Top any look with an IRO leather jacket and passersby will wonder, “Hey, where’d she get that?” Garmany, of course!

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Don’t miss the following special events and trunk shows happening at Garmany.

Trunk shows are an opportunity to meet representatives of your favorite brands and have clothing, shoes and other items custom-made.

SEPTEMBER Sept. 23 Isaia, NN07 Sept. 29 & 30 Meet Andrea Ravazzolo OCTOBER Oct. 6 Zanella Oct. 6 & 7 Maurizio Baldassari Oct. 11 Mackage for men, women and kids Oct. 13 Garmany BOOM! Oct. 20 Harden Oct. 21 Chervò, Harden and Windsor, Fedeli men’s and special SS women’s presale Oct. 27 Zegna Oct. 28 Zegna, 04561/Trip in a Bag, Wood Underwear, Manto limited selling day NOVEMBER Nov. 3 & 4 Kiton

Nov. 4 Nobis for men and women Nov. 9 Bogner for women Nov. 25 No Shave November to benefit the American Cancer Society; Patrick Assaraf Dec. 2 Pictures with Santa to benefit the Tigger Stavola Foundation

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FORMAL FINISH Now that you’ve picked out your tuxedo and shoes and you’re dressed to the nines for the upcoming gala or wedding, there’s one final touch to complete the look. A great pair of cufflinks is the perfect way to show off your personality and style. But with so many varieties from which to choose, how do you select the best pair to wear? You can simply ask one of our style pros for an assist, or give our handy guide below a quick read: • Ball Return: This type typically has a curved post and a small ball tip opposite the decorative head.

• Bullet Back: This popular style includes a narrow metal cylinder that folds up to nest inside the frame of a hollow post. Once the cufflink is through the buttonhole, the bullet is flipped back out to secure.

• Chain Link: The two ends, usually identical, are connected by a short chain, resulting in a looser fastening than other cufflink varieties.

• Silk Knot: This less formal style can add a pop of color to your outfit and is less expensive than other options.

• Stud, Button or Fixed Back: These pieces can consist of a large head, a straight post and a smaller interior backing, or they can have identical ends.

They are very durable because they have no moving parts.

• Whale Back: This style features a flat head, a straight post and a whale tail that flips flat against the post, allowing you to easily slide it through the buttonhole before flipping it out again to secure.

Look cool, STAY WARM

A win in WINDSOR A name that may be new to Garmany customers has been around for more than a century. Windsor, a 120-year-old Swiss menswear brand, has landed in North America, bringing with it a collection of fine leather outerwear, luxurious cashmere knits and perfect-fitting trousers to retailers such as ours.

This introduction is brought to you by The Tap Group, a retail-centric, multibrand showroom in NYC. Founded by a group of industry vets, the group hopes to bring new and exciting menswear from across the globe to the North American marketplace. At Garmany, we’re excited to offer Windsor’s top-tier clothing and introduce you to another one of the world’s top designers.

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For New Jerseyans, there’s no such thing as too much outerwear. And with so many great designers from which to choose, your coldweather options certainly aren’t limited.

One of our favorites is Nobis, a 16-year-old premium brand from Canada (they know something about staying warm in winter) that combines performance fabrics and technological innovations for a stylish line of jackets, coats and winter accessories. Try any of their bombers, parkas, puffers, raincoats and knitwear—as well as hats and gloves to top it off— or pieces from Nobis’ “adaptive performance” collection, perfect for the guy or gal on the go.

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…in which Johnell Garmany solves your sartorial dilemmas.

What brands or specific pieces are you most excited for this season?

We’re all thrilled for the reintroduction of Zegna this fall. We have their entire collection, which has a youthful feel, including shoes and sneakers. In such a short time, we’ve become one of the largest vendors for Zegna’s popular Triple Stitch sneaker.

What are the “in” colors for fall?

Jackets and sportcoats in burgundy, raisin and green will be hits for all guys this fall.

Which trends from previous seasons should men continue to invest in?

Pleated pants, which came on in the last couple of seasons, are here to stay.

These aren’t the traditional pleats of yesteryear. Today’s pleated pants are modern, cropped and look great with sneakers. This fall, we have great styles from Brunello Cucinelli and PT. Why are overshirts becoming a must-have for a man’s wardrobe?

They’re smart, casual replacements to sportcoats.

When you’re in a situation where a sportcoat or jacket is too much or too dressy, an overshirt can

be the perfect solution. Check out our selection from Maurizio Baldassari, Cucinelli, NN07 and Zegna.

Is there room for both casual overshirts and tailored sportcoats?

Sportcoats have become a reflection of one’s personality and are almost like an accessory. They’re becoming more available in non-traditional fabrics and colors, and the more unique the better. These days, it’s become common to tell someone, “Awesome jacket!” Of course, you can still wear them in a traditional sense with a button-up and trousers, but it’s also a great look to pair them with jeans and sneakers.

Are sneakers the preferred footwear these days?

Leather and dress sneakers are still a hit for men, and we’re offering modern styles at all price points. Zegna’s Triple Stitch is a big seller, and Santoni and Cucinelli also have wonderful styles for nearly every outfit.

Jeans are always Garmany’s big seller, but what other pants are hot this season?

Corduroys in different colors will be big.

What’s new in outerwear?

Maurizio Baldassari has a vest that’s stylish and sophisticated for just about any look. Moorer too is very unique, and their jackets and coats have all the quintessential Italian qualities. Gimo’s always has good outerwear, and the cashmere trucker jacket by Cucinelli is incredible.

Seeing that a guy has the right suit, shirt, shoes and outerwear covered, what do you recommend to finish the outfit?

Kiton scarves are 100 percent silk and feel like cashmere, and the patterns are amazing. Also, your feet will thank you if you wear cashmere socks

by Marcoliani.

What other shoes are you excited about?

I can’t say enough about the boots from Cucinelli this fall. They’re showstoppers.

From top left, Kiton, Zegna, Brunello Cucinelli

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Autumn REFRESHER Cool colors, playful patterns—and styles from yesteryear—inspire the season’s hottest looks.

WIDE Appeal

While the wide-leg trouser has received a lot of love this year, let’s take a moment for wide-leg leather. Whether you prefer authentic hide or vegan material, leather trousers will prove to be the most versatile piece in your fall wardrobe. Wear them with a blouse and jacket to the office or a metallic top for evening.

Here’s how to choose the perfect pair: Step one, choose your hue. Available in a variety of colors, wide-leg leather can easily mix and match with your other fall staples. Step two, pick a cut. Straight legs, street-wear-inspired joggers and fun flairs can all take you from day to night when paired with a tweed blazer, ruffled blouse or flattering button-front.

Leather isn’t the only wide-leg style you should have in your fashion arsenal. It’s clear that wide-leg denim is here to stay (well, at least until next season). But the fresh cuts for 2023 make for irresistible investments. For example, everyone from Jennifer Lopez to Zoë Kravitz has been spotted sporting puddle pants, and the trend gets a denim interpretation this season. Puddle jeans are straight leg denim long enough to “puddle” around your ankles. While you might’ve shortened these in past, for 2023, let the fabric flow!

Other smart denim options include barrel leg (the tapered evolution of straight leg) and split-hem flares.

No matter if you feel more comfortable in high-rise, mid-rise or low-slung fits in the waist, what the best looks have in common is loose legs.

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LOOK SHARP, Feel Sexy We know, we know! Tailored is the trend for 2023. But this season, menswear styles are sultrier than ever. While wider, more generous cuts are in vogue for most wardrobe items this year, the fall trends include cinching blazers and longline coats at the waist with bold, oversized belts. For a different approach to adding sensuality to suiting, just look to Jonathan Simkhai’s cropped blazers and mini skirts that show a just little skin in the perfect places.

There’s more to the tailored trend than jackets and pants…viva la vest!

We’re loving the vest as the star of the outfit. Keep your button front in the closet and show some sass with a vest paired with wide leg trousers.

If your personal style is a little too rock ‘n’ roll for a traditional vest, Marissa Webb’s black leather vest dress is so cool it’s hot. While we’re on the subject of Marissa Webb’s fall line, we’re obsessed with the unexpected corset details the designer placed on blazers and pants that give wide pinstripe suit styles a super sexy touch.

Looking to soften up your sharp menswear look even more? Balance out a tailored blazer by pairing with a romantic tiered skirt or lace blouse.

BERRY Chic

With all the greige and neutral monochromatic fashions this season, we’re hungry for bright bold pops of color. That’s why we’re berry happy to see so many designers incorporating elements of magenta, wine red and violet rose. These romantic and exciting hues awaken the sophisticated menswear styles and are eye-catching alternatives to basic black cocktail attire.

Want to go big on the hue this fall? Jonathan Simkhai has a stunning collection of berry-colored blouses. Or you can give your outfit just a bit of burgundy with the shades subtly woven into Ulla Johnson’s boho prints.

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Women’s Trends A BIT Brit In 2023, all eyes were across the pond, watching all the pomp, circumstance and glamour of the first British coronation in nearly seven years. Some of those eyes must have belonged to a few of our favorite designers because we’ve got some bloody brilliant pattern trends happening this season. Plaids, check patterns and houndstooth are chic again.

We are especially loving brown glen plaids (also known as Prince of Wales check) and the traditionally Scottish black and white houndstooth patterns. Take the anglophile angle to the next level by layering in some knitwear—a chunky knit wool scarf or a classic cashmere crewneck.

Looking for a more subtle pattern? Give a nod to Canary Warf with a banker pinstripe blazer and wide-leg pant.

This classic look never gets old. For versatility, wear them as separates, throwing the blazer over a sweater and your favorite pair of denim. Or, look polished while feeling comfy with just a white cashmere crewneck and the trousers.

Whatever pattern peaks your interest, you are sure to look like a proper duchess with these ontrend pieces.

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TO The Max Cropped puffers are playful, parkas are practical, and peacoats are preppy. But the outerwear must-have for this season is the longline coat. With maxi skirts and puddle pants on everyone’s shopping list, maxi-length coats are the logical layering piece.

These coats dominated as the spring outerwear of choice for fashionistas and celebrities such as Jennifer Aniston and Selena Gomez alike. Now cut from warmer fabrics, like wool, cashmere, shearling and leather, longline coats keep you warm. Throw a perfectly tailored, double-breasted longline over a cocktail dress to stay snug en route to a holiday party. Or, look effortlessly elegant while running errands by donning an ankle-length camel coat worn over a sweatshirt, joggers and your favorite pair of Golden Goose or Nikes.

Pro tip: To really stay toasty when the winter wind whips, a longline puffer—like the slick styles from Nicole Benisti—is your best defense.

SHHHH! Keep Quiet The blaring look of flashy Y2K era-inspired pieces are definitely so last year. As we close out 2023, the prevailing fashion trend is quiet luxury. Designer logos and ostentatiously expensive gear are out, and luxury is now being defined by the quality of materials, techniques and details. This concept is so much a part of pop culture discussion that #quietluxury has more than 40 billion views on TikTok. This fashion phenomenon played out for millions of television viewers watching the hyper-successful HBO series Succession and style juggernaut Gwyneth Paltrow’s ski collision trial. The clothing on display during both of these events inspired fashion-conscious folks to simplify their wardrobe and lower the volume on their fits.

So, how can you achieve quiet luxury? Essentially, it’s a collection of elevated basics. Key pieces in this trend include cinch-waist blazers, cleanlined maxi skirts, solid pleat-front pants, longline wrap coats and luxe loafers. Kitten heels, straight-leg denim and camel trench coats are musthaves. Greiges and grays are popular colors again thanks to quiet luxury, but don’t forget to add a pop of color. When it comes to patterns, keep it simple and subtle.

The best part about the quiet luxury trend? The refined sensibility of these pieces will never go out of style!

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Actress Anya Taylor-Joy can’t capture pawns as well as the wunderkind she once played. But she captures our attention like a champion.

Quick: Where have you seen those big, brown, spaced-out eyes? Actress Anya Taylor-Joy, 27, is best known—so far—for playing chess prodigy Beth Harmon in the Netflix series The Queen’s Gambit, which begins in 1950s Kentucky.

She had a multicultural childhood: born in Miami to a banker named Taylor and a psychologist named Joy, this rising star spent her earliest years in Buenos Aires and moved to London at age 6. (That may help explain why you can’t quite place her accent.) As a child she was so angry about being uprooted that at first she refused to speak English. “I wanted to go home, and in my 6-, 7-year-old mentality I thought my parents would have to take me back if I didn’t speak the language,” she said in a 2020 interview with the British website NME. But the move turned out for the best, because at age 17 the trained ballerina was signed to a modeling contract after being scouted while walking her dog outside Harrods. Later, on a photo shoot, she met an actor from Downton Abbey, who referred her to his agent.

Soon thereafter the young thespian was getting cast fast and furiously: in 2015’s The Witch, 2016’s Split, in 2020’s Emma (based on

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the Jane Austen novel), and in a few episodes of the British series Peaky Blinders in between.

In 2020 came Gambit, the streaming service’s “biggest scripted limited series to date,” in which as Harmon she skewers the condescension of self-infatuated young male geniuses as easily as other girls flip their hair. (But she struggles with addiction and mental health issues too, as we’re skillfully shown.) For that role, Taylor-Joy won Screen Actors Guild and Golden Globe awards.

A reported 62 million households streamed The Queen’s Gambit—could that be what launched the actress into the stratosphere of fashion? Roughly a year after the show’s debut—the same year Taylor-Joy was included on Time magazine’s 100 Next list—she was named as Dior’s Global Brand Ambassador, representing both its fashion and beauty lines.

She wore custom Dior on almost every red carpet thereafter; standout looks include the pleated gold gown worn at the Last Night in Soho premiere; the canary yellow two-piece donned to represent The Menu at the 2023 Golden Globes and the embellished, sheer, neutral gown from the 2023 Critics’ Choice Awards. The star has also been an ambassador

for other fashion powerhouses including Viktor & Rolf, Tiffany & Co. and Jaeger-LeCoultre, and has walked the red carpet in pieces from designers Gucci, Prabal Gurung and Alexander McQueen. (That electric blue latex corset dress was really something.)

Taylor-Joy has amassed more than 10 million Instagram followers, who revel in her Hollywood escapades, her fashion-magazine cover stories and the occasional intimate peek inside her life with boyfriend, actor Malcolm McRae. Her style even has its own handle, @anyataylorcloset, an unofficial account run by one zealous fan. Give @anyataylorjoy a follow if you want to see what she’s up to next sartorially and professionally, but here’s the CliffsNotes version: She voices Princess Peach in the 2023 The Super Mario Bros. Movie, straight off the heels of 2022’s acclaimed The Northman, Amsterdam and The Menu.

Her big 2024 blockbuster is Furioso, a spin-off and prequel to Mad Max: Fury Road.

“Let’s play,” Beth Harmon infamously says in the final scene of the final episode of The Queen’s Gambit. Your move, Anya.

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What becomes

A LEGEND MOST?

No matter what he wears, this singer oozes class, his style as much on key as his music. By Haley Longman

Give yourself a surname like Legend, and it’s like donning a diamond-studded tux: You risk being a joke if you can’t pull it off, but John Legend wears it well. The stage moniker John Roger Stephens chose for himself after landing his first record deal embodies his persona to a T. It’s a worthy sobriquet for a worthy musical multitalent—and a suave style icon.

The 44-year-old grew up as the oldest of four siblings in Springfield, Ohio, a musical prodigy of sorts. He learned to play the piano at four years old, and performed in his church’s choir at seven. “I’ve been wearing suits since my dad first made one for me when I was kid going to church,” he told Gear Patrol in 2022. “Both of my parents are tailors, and suits have always been very natural for me.”

Did these humble but sartorially sophisticated beginnings foreshadow the star’s later style prowess? Apparently. Since his big musical break circa 2004—the year he was signed to Kanye West’s record label, GOOD Music—Legend has become notorious for stylish suiting, putting his own impeccable twist on traditional menswear. He’s been working with the same stylist, David Thomas, since 2008, and together they’ve massaged his style into one that’s uniquely Legendary. While singing everywhere from Sesame Street to the Obama

campaign to the Children’s Hospital Los Angeles to the Grammys, he’s always looked good.

“I like finding a balance between classic shapes, classic silhouettes, classic tailoring and something more interesting and exciting,” the “All of Me” singer has said. A prime example of this is the asymmetrical Alexander McQueen suit he wore to the 2020 Grammy Awards; the gray sports jacket was sharp and clean on one side, pleated and kilt-like on the other. Legend has said that the late McQueen “nails that middle ground of being out there, but remaining stripped back,” which, come to think of it, is a great way to describe the singer’s own aesthetic.

Legend also lives for a good, bold monochrome moment. See exhibits A, B and C; the sunflower yellow pinstriped suit by Fendi worn on The Voice Season 19; the lavender Paul Smith notch lapel blazer and trousers from the 2019 iHeartRadio Awards; and the white-on-white Gucci fit he wore to perform at the 2018 Billboard Music Awards.

(Yeah, this guy gets around in Hollywood.)

“I care as much about how I look on stage as how I look when I go out to the grocery store,” he told British GQ in 2021. That inverted comparison could sound blasé, but it really means he’s quietly relentless—he always cares. Legend maintains his fashion A-Lister status in well-tailored, classic

pieces, even if it’s ripped jeans and a Paul Smith bomber jacket on grocery store runs or airport treks (with an occasional satin or velour tracksuit from 3.1 Phillip Lim thrown in for good measure). And, let’s be honest, the dad of four looks put-together even when he’s merely sampling food made by his model/entrepreneur/cookbook author wife of a decade, Chrissy Teigen, in her Instagram stories.

No sweats and hoodies here.

This multitalented star’s success is a surprise to few who knew him early on—who knew, for instance, that he was as gifted academically as musically. He skipped two grades in school and started high school when he was only 12, and he graduated cum laude from the University of Pennsylvania. Besides being a male fashion icon, a musician (with eight studio albums), a TV star (a coach on The Voice) and a record and film producer (an executive producer, for example, on the Oscar-winning La La Land), the “Ordinary People” crooner completed the “EGOT” circuit (Emmy, Grammy, Oscar and Tony) winner at only 39, the first African-American man to snag that honor. Last year, he became a designer too, collaborating with shoe brand Sperry on a line of boat shoes and lace-up boots.

“The more I get, the more I gotta do,” he’s said.

Hey, we get it. And at 44, there’s so much more.

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IT UP

No mere fad, dress sneakers are here to stay— and so are the rules for wearing them with style.

Once considered oxymoronic, the term “dress sneaker” today describes a must-have in every discerning man’s arsenal of fashion accessories. Just as one needs handsome pairs of cap-toe oxfords, monk straps and chukka boots, a pair of kicks that exudes a casual-yet-dressed-up vibe belongs in the shoe rotation.

Also called a fashion sneaker, this special type of shoe has been making waves in recent years. We know that styles come and go, but these aren’t a flash-in-the-pan trend. As men embrace comfort and as more offices relax their dress codes, sneakers are quickly becoming a favored footwear. They go with just about any look; wear them with denim and khakis, polos and tees, sweaters and sport coats. They’re versatile and stylistically smart—but there are some do’s and don’ts you should know: Sneak peek Dress sneakers should not be confused with a nice pair of athletic sneakers, such as trainers or customized basketball high-tops. Athletic shoes typically have varied materials, thicker soles, large logos, distracting colors and crisscross laces. While many of these are stylish, they should be worn to the gym or while running weekend errands—this includes classic Chuck Taylors and streetstyle brands like Vans. Dress sneakers usually are constructed of fine materials like leather and suede and have straight, flat laces, slimmer soles and a profile that hugs the foot.

Keep it casual If you want to play it safe, wear your sneakers the way you would a casual loafer. Find a classic dress sneaker in a muted color or monochromatic palette and consider rolling up the bottom of your pant leg to show off a little ankle or a fun printed sock.

Most sneaker styles will work with your slim-fit, businesscasual chinos and fivepocket pants, making them perfect for casual Fridays. Black sneakers are classic, but try a lighter color when wearing dark trousers. For a smart look, pair your white or cream sneakers with dark denim and a sportcoat.

Suit up Wearing any type of sneaker with a suit was once a fashion faux pas. And in some settings, such as formal events and funerals, you should still forgo the casualness of sneakers and stick with dress shoes. But this doesn’t mean sneakers and tailored clothing can’t go together. Be sure to gauge dress codes before pairing your Zegnas or Common Projects or with a suit for a laid-back wedding or office environment. If the setting passes the test, try it—even if it’s a look you never considered. Just remember your suit (especially the pants) should be the right cut: Sneakers work well with a singlebreasted jacket with a slim lapel and slim-fit pants that hit the very top of the shoe. Style down the rest of the outfit too: Wear a dress shirt minus the tie or layer a tee with sweater under the jacket.

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The British automaker embraces change with the new Vanquish, its first mid-engine hypercar.

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You can’t simply rest on your laurels when you’re a famous luxury-car brand, surely not the reputed favorite (one wants to spell it “favourite”) of fictional spy-hero James Bond. Long renowned for manufacturing sports cars with front engines, the British manufacturer Aston Martin plans to introduce in early 2024 its third-generation Vanquish—the company’s first-ever mid-

engine car. It’s been several years in the making: Engineers introduced the world to the Vanquish Vision as a concept car in 2019, two years after the company ceased production on the second-gen Vanquish.

Fast-forward to this year, when finishing touches were completed and the vision accelerated toward reality.

One thing that’s clear already about the new Vanquish is its status as a hypercar, Aston Martin’s latest entry in that elite category (joining the limited-edition Valkyrie and the DBS). It’s elevated to the top 1 percent of performance cars thanks to a new hybrid V8 powertrain, featuring a twin-turbo Mercedes AMG engine and two electric motors.

The equipment under the rear-mounted hood is said to generate 700 horsepower and a top speed north of 200 miles per hour—easily on par with the best from McLaren and Ferrari.

And designers didn’t forget about Aston Martin’s bread and butter: luxury amenities.

An intuitive infotainment setup

includes a high-powered audio system, navigation and an 8-inch touchscreen that resembles one used in the brand’s former Vantage models. Engineers ditched the undersized rear seats, which critics deemed almost unusable in previous generations, and gave more legroom to the driver and passenger.

As good as it looks from the inside, the new Vanquish is just as sexy from the outside. The narrow, concave front end, high-positioned headlamps and curvaceous rear can easily take an onlooker’s breath away, while the carbon-fiberdominated body assures the vehicle lightweight mobility. Together, the aerodynamic profile and an approximate 3,300-pound weigh-in move it to the front of the hypercar class.

The Vanquish likely won’t supplant the DBS Superleggera as the marque’s flagship, nor will it be Bond’s next gadgetequipped getaway car. (Did 007 really die?) What’s certain, however, is that this latest iteration of the Aston Martin icon— expected to hover in the $300K-to-$400K range—will attract thrill seekers and enthusiasts alike.

After all, it’s only right that a historic name keeps on making history.

Who knew Aston Martin could up its game even more? The British automaker has elevated to a new level with the introduction of the new Vanquish, the longtime company’s first mid-engine sports car.

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Aegean SWEET SPOT

The storied, scenic, beachy Greek island of Paros is the kind of destination tourists crave. Happily, not too many tourists know that yet. By Elise Guarna Within eyeshot of Mykonos’ glittering nightclubs and a short ferry ride north of Santorini’s famed cliffside villages lies the island of Paros. Known through the centuries for its exquisite white marble—the Venus de Milo is one of many masterpieces sculpted from Parian marble—Paros now beckons travelers with promises of varied and beautiful beaches, luxury boutiques in winding streets and sumptuous meals along the harbor. While Paros has certainly hit the map, it rests in a sort of destination “sweet spot”—full of the vibrancy and picturesque beauty of its more popular neighbors, but without (at least for now) their crowds.

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Paros is one of the roughly 220 islands in the Cyclades island group, and it’s hard to overstate the depth and diversity of this island gem.

There are two main villages around its primary ports: Parikia, the island’s capital, where inter-island ferries dock almost by the hour, and Naoussa, a village along the old harbor that is laid-back yet chic, the dock lined with fishing boats and the ruins of a Venetian fort once intended to defend the town from pirates. Inland, smaller villages dot the hills, and the coastline is peppered with myriad beaches. There’s even the small scenic island of Antiparos lying mere minutes away, ideal for a day trip.

To wander around Paros is to explore an embodiment of the elusive “good life.” It feels idyllic, and somehow familiar. All this, and at only 64 square miles—roughly the size

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of Brooklyn—a half hour’s ride by car or moped will traverse the island from top to bottom. While Paros is certainly a rich enough destination for a week or more, even a short trip allowed us a brief, teasing taste of all the island has to offer.

Upon docking in Parikia, we encountered a buzzing port that quickly settled into a quiet waterfront as luggage-laden travelers departed in taxis and rental cars. A minute’s walk from the water leads into a maze of white-washed stone buildings with trees winding up to Venetian balconies. As throughout Greece, centuries of history are layered around you—a few hundred meters from the port is the fourth-century Byzantine church Panagia Ekatontapiliani, literally “Church of The Hundred Doors,” only steps away from a small archaeological museum with artifacts dating to thousands of years B.C.E. Over a few hours in Lefkes, one of Paros’ most beautiful mountain villages, we walked almost reverently through quiet streets, taking in the brilliant colors of bougainvillea bursting across white stone houses against a blue sky, interrupted only by tavernas, ceramics workshops and blue domed churches.

For lunch, we found our respite from the midday sun in the shady courtyard of Lefkiano Restaurant, cooling down with a crisp glass of Assyrtiko before indulging in the house specialty of tender, slow-cooked lamb.

Checking yet another box on the summer checklist, the island is blessed with a wide variety of beaches, fit for every occasion, from large, golden expanses to hidden inlets, offering vibrant beach bars or renowned windsurfing as well as family-friendly escapes or quiet retreats largely untouched through even the height of the summer season. For our own beach adventure, we caught a water taxi out of Naoussa harbor for possibly Paros’ best-known beach, Kolymbithres, consisting of three small, sandy inlets nestled between other-worldly granite formations. The largest of the sandy spaces offered shaded chairs and beachside service, but, with only a few hours of sun left, we stretched our blanket out on the rounded rock formations, joining a varied

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This page: Inter-island ferries dock almost every hour at Paros. Opposite page, from top: The Monastery of Panagia Ekantontapiliani in Parikia is one of the bestpreserved Paleo-Christian monuments in Greece.

From any vantage point, the sunrise in Paros is stunning.

White-washed walls and detailed architecture lend to the immaculate appearance of a Greek Orthodox church on Paros.

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This page, from top: The Yria Island Boutique Hotel & Spa boasts gardens, a spa, a fitness center and guides to show you the ropes in tennis, yoga and other activities. Michelin-starred chefs serve breathtaking meals at Nefeli Restaurant.

Each of the 60 guest rooms and suites is filled with luxurious accommodations.

Opposite page: If the pool isn’t your style, the sea is just steps away.

group of tourists and locals tanning, reading and lazily swimming through pure blue water.

Back in Naoussa, we saw the harbor come to life; it was milling with people finding their spot to watch the famous Cycladic sunset. Just off from the main row at the waterfront, the harbor dips in, leaving an open square filled with the tables of four or five restaurants, each serving the day’s fresh catch against a backdrop of pink-streaked skies and gently bobbing boats.

As the sun goes down, Naoussa’s evening kicks off in earnest, and the village is abuzz with couples, groups of friends and young families wandering through luxe boutiques, eating gelato in streets strung with fairy lights, sitting down for dinner at more conventional Greek dining hours and exploring rooftop cocktail bars.

The food and wine of Greece deserve pages to themselves, and my only frustration was that I couldn’t muster the stomach space for four or five meals a day. The freshness and quality of ingredients make the simplest meals shine—vibrant Greek salads topped with a sheet of feta, whole fish fresh from the sea and tender grilled lamb chops, washed down with crisp white wines.

As Paros’s star continues to rise, so does the number of beautiful hotels, clustered mostly around Naoussa as well as the island’s southern beaches. One standout is near the western coast: the Yria Island Boutique Hotel & Spa on Parasporos Bay, with 60 rooms and suites, bougainvillea-filled gardens, a spa, a fitness center and experts to guide you in tennis, yoga and Pilates. There you can dine in relaxed splendor at Nefeli Restaurant, helmed by Michelin-star chef Lefteris Lazarou, which features food from the hotel’s own gardens and seafood from local fishermen.

For a day or a week, on a romantic getaway or a holiday with friends, as an introduction to the wonders of the Greek islands or a return to explore further this jewel of the Aegean, Paros lies waiting to sweep you off your feet.

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Art

Going for

BAROQUE

Painter Alexandra Suvorova exuberantly taps other media, other eras—and another name.

“Every child is an artist,” said the famous artist Pablo Picasso. “The problem is how to remain an artist once we grow up.”

For Russian-born Alexandra Suvorova, 37, that sentiment has been an inspiration. She first explored art at age 5, when her parents signed her up for art school. Since then she’s become an acclaimed visual artist, exploring various media, working on cardboard and canvas, with acrylics and oil paints. But the common thread in all of Suvorova’s pieces is that each reflects her diverse background, not just as a painter, but as a stage and costume designer as well. The paintings feature animals, humans, nature and body parts—a brain wrapped in a floral bouquet, for example.

Suvorova goes by her alter ego, Baroque Anarchist, because her art strikes parallels between the present day (graffiti, for example) and Baroque era (layers of exuberant detail). Besides her paintings commissioned for private collections, Suvorova’s work has appeared in art shows around the world, as well as in museums such as the Moscow Museum of Decorative Art. She now resides in London, where she plans to start an art podcast as well as teach, because, as she said in an interview with Medium, “The technical skills I’ve received are quite rare in our times and I’d like to share them.” You can experience the double-takes in some of the still-youthful B.A.’s work on these pages—and more at baroqueanarchist.myportfolio.com.

Russian-born artist Alexandra Suvorova made this bold oil on canvas in 2021 and titled it “Medusa.” “I hope that people can feel something special for themselves in my art which makes them resonate with it,” she says.

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“I do a compositional sketch for each work, or I do a small abstract collage just for the right compositional and tonal decision-formula,” the artist told Medium. “Next stage is a drawing, then a grisaille in a brown-white tone. Only after that, if necessary, I apply layers of color.”

This page: A mirror reflection of a horse and an unclothed woman titled “Abduction of Persephone.” Opposite: This red sculpture’s moniker is “Entire Cosmos in My Blood.”

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This page: “Revelation 6:13” is an acrylic on cardboard, but Suvorova works on canvas too. “I love to spend time in my studio,” she’s said, “thinking about the idea, stretching the canvas or painting.”

Opposite: This vibrant pink is an ode to the seasons, titled “Summer Dream About Snow.”

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Lounge In

LUXURY

Dinner for date night? Cocktails with the crew? Be sure you’re wearing the season’s most stylish and sophisticated looks—all available at Garmany.

Photography by MICHAEL COGLIANTRY Shot on location at CHARLIE’S OF LINCROFT

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On her: dress by Ulla Johnson, shoes by Christian Louboutin. On him: sportcoat by Ravazzolo, sweater by Fedeli, shirt by Tintoria Mattei, pants by PT, sneakers by Common Projects.

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This page: top by Jonathan Simkhai. Opposite page: vest and sweater by Baldassari, shirt by Garmany, pants by PT.

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Jacket, sweater, shirt, pants, cashmere socks and boots

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Blazer and dress by A.L.C., shoes by Jimmy Choo.

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On her: dress by Veronica Beard.

On him: suit by Sartorio, shirt by Isaia, tie by Kiton, pocket square by Simonnot-Godard.

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Jacket and skirt

by Marissa Webb, sweater by Nili Lotan, boots by Jimmy Choo.

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This page: jacket by Moorer, sweater by 04651/A Trip In A Bag, shirt by Tintoria Mattei, jeans by Jacob Cohen. Opposite page: top and pants by Jonathan Simkhai.

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FOR YOU

Choosing the world of made-to-measure garments, you’ll get precisely what you want.

You know you’re getting one of the best garments in the world when you select from Garmany’s off-the-rack collection. That’s guaranteed. One thing that’s not always certain, however, is the fit.

As you know, not every 44R jacket or 16-inch-collar shirt is exactly alike. Of course, our style experts will make sure you find the piece that fits you best. But sometimes you want better than “best”—you want the perfect fit. That’s where made-to-measure comes in.

At Garmany, our made-to measure program ensures that you get precisely what you want, from size and fit right down to jacket lining style and button colors. Quite simply, the sartorial details will be rendered precisely as you wish. A few common questions: —How does made-to-measure work?

There are several simple steps to complete when you decide you’re ready for the world of made-to-measure. After your measurements are taken (made-to-measure experts record dozens of them), tailors will select the base pattern that most closely matches your numbers. This base is then altered to correspond with your measurements, ensuring that your suit or shirt will fit to a T.

—How long does the process take?

Forget about spending hours tr ying on clothes in a cramped fitting room. Once tailors have confirmed your measurements and design selections at the initial meeting, your job is essentially done.

Made-to-measure requires few fittings, or in some cases none at all. But be patient: The turnaround time for a suit can range from three to eight weeks. Pro tip: During that time you can be shopping for new shoes and accessories to go with your suit or shirt.

—Why choose made-to-measure?

Don’t get us wrong: We love the economy and convenience of off-the-rack garments—and they look great too. But guys are built differently. Some of us are tall and thin, others are short and stout, so standard retail sizes and designs won’t always cut it. Because made-to-measure is based on your measurements, each piece fits perfectly. On top of that, the fabric you choose for your made-to-measure garment comes from a curated selection of mills, ensuring that you receive the best and most luxurious fabrics.

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Fitness

GO APE!

The newest thing in exercise is also the oldest— the basic “primal” moves your ancestors made long before they were human.

In our technology-driven world, you can do everything from your smartphone or computer— order your groceries, pay your bills, track your sleep. You can stream a 30-minute workout too.

But what if you gave tech a rest?

In the new wellness trend called primal movement, people move their bodies in the way bodies have moved for aeons, without apps and wearables to measure calories burned and heart rate, and without equipment such as barbells and treadmills or bikes to help you break a sweat. Think of apes instead of apps— fundamental moves that all of us, from babies to our four-legged friends, do instinctively, and that our fellow primates have been doing for thousands of years.

This back-to-basics approach to fitness features seven key movements that are integrated into the workout, all of which we routinely use in daily life: push, pull, lunge, hinge (bend), squat, twist and walk. For example, you may bend to pick up your toddler, twist to check your mirror’s blind spot while driving and hinge to pick up the packages from your porch.

Practical chores aside, the physical benefits of primal movement are clear. This regimen targets your whole body, slowly but surely improving your coordination and range of motion, as well as your core strength. Some popular moves that define these workouts include body-weight

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squats, forward or reverse lunges, planks and medicine-ball throws. More advanced techniques that are pivotal to primal movement are employed in quadrupedal movement training (QMT), in which you’re using both hands and both feet, essentially crawling on the ground like an infant or a monkey. Think bear crawls, the inchworm or the bird dog, coincidentally all named for animals. Walking, running and hiking all count as primal movements too, and fall under the “walk” category, No. 7 on the list.

Want to ease into primal? Tack 10 minutes of primal movements onto the end of your current workout. If you’d rather go full force into group fitness, book a class at a boutique studio— Primal Strength at Momentum Fitness in New York City is an example. Or you can order the support system from Primal 7, a portable set of TRX-style bands that’ll help you ease into these “primal 7” moves at home. A price of $179 gets you the full system, including access to more than 10 primal movement programs you can watch virtually.

As with any new fitness routine, the more practice you get, the more reps you’ll be able to do, and the stronger you’ll become.

Of course, there remains that nagging question, a question cavemen never faced.

Is a thing really worth doing if you can do it without your phone?

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Sporting Life

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Steamboat Springs, Colorado, isn’t as chic as Vail or Aspen, but it’s unbeatable for the quality of its snow and the authenticity of its Western vibe. By Everett Potter On my third visit to Steamboat Springs, Colorado, I was riding in a truck to the Hayden Airport driven by Todd Lodwick, one of this ski town’s most famous sons. Lodwick is a six-time Olympian in cross-country skiing who won a silver medal at the 2010 Vancouver Olympics. We had spent a couple of days skiing, and now we were in a blinding snowstorm, with Steamboat’s legendary champagne powder rapidly piling up around us.

“Looks like it’s three-wire winter,” he said, referring to the snow height on the barbed-wire cattle fences on either side of the road. This was cowboy talk in a ski town deeply rooted in its Western past.

Steamboat Springs is one of my favorite ski towns and one of the most distinctive ones in the country. It’s a real town with a wide main street and an authentic Western feel. Every January, there’s the annual Cowboy Downhill, when pro rodeo riders compete on skis in races down snowpacked Main Street, towed by horses in a sport called skijoring, which originated in Norway.

You’ll never see this in Vail, Zermatt or Stowe.

This event is a thrill. But every day in Steamboat is a thrill for me, because I get to ski on champagne powder, which is light and fluffy.

Credit Steamboat’s location—the northwest corner of Colorado is where the moisture-laden jet stream from the Pacific frequently encounters the Rockies first. It’s where moisture evaporates, and the snow’s water density is reduced by more than half. Or, to put it simply, on an intense powder day, Steamboat boasts what may be the best powder skiing in the world. It is the only snow in the world that’s been trademarked.

Steamboat offers about 3,000 acres of skiing spread across six peaks. There are 169 named runs and 3,668 feet of vertical drop. The mountain also offers fantastic views, some of the best in the

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West—with vistas stretching 100 miles or more.

What changed this year was the opening of the new Wild Blue Gondola this past winter. The 2023–24 season promises even more changes, a new lift providing access to 650 acres of expert terrain, making Steamboat second only to Vail for skiable acreage in Colorado.

Now Steamboat is famed for its wide-groomed boulevards, and my favorites include Vagabond, Buddy’s Run and Rainbow. I like glade skiing in Twilight, Morningside Park and Pioneer Ridge.

On your first day, I find that a good bet is to ski off the Sunshine Express lift, where you can pick and choose from gentle runs to bona fide blues, blues that are almost blacks, and blacks that will immediately test your mettle and ability. You can also dip into the glades. There are various on-mountain dining choices, but I especially love the Paramount, which has some of the best and freshest homemade sandwiches and other fare.

On the mountain you may even spot Billy Kidd, an alpine ski racer who was one of two men to win America’s first medals in slalom at the Innsbruck Winter Olympics in 1964. It was silver, and Kidd went on to win three other Olympic medals, including a gold. He remains the ski mountain’s official ambassador and will stop and chat with just about everyone.

Steamboat is an Alterra resort, meaning that it’s part of the Ikon Pass program. Insiders know that getting up at dawn and paying an extra $55 above the cost of the lift ticket or pass for the First Tracks program is worth doing at least once during your stay. It buys you 45 minutes of prime skiing on fresh powder before the crowds are allowed on at 8:30 a.m.

After a day of floating through powder, check out one of the hot springs that gave the town its name. The fantastic rock-lined pools are at Straw-

berry Park Hot Springs, a few miles from town, or downtown Old Town Hot Springs.

If it’s another type of liquid you’re in search of, head to the TBar, an old-fashioned après ski bar in a former ski patrol building off the Right-o-Way run near the base. Mountain Peak Brewery is also a fine choice in town. Beyond the slopes, my favorite dinner choices include Mazzola’s Italian Restaurant for Italian comfort food, Aurum for its creative fare and views and Bésame for fine dining.

Steamboat is not Vail, Aspen, Deer Valley or any other fancier ski resort you might think of.

It’s upscale but not luxe because the cowboy ethos keeps it grounded. Main Street is lined not with luxury boutiques but with outdoor gear shops, art galleries and stores with an indie feel.

As for lodging, the resort focuses on condominium accommodations like the upscale Trappeur’s Crossing Resort by Simply Steamboat and The Porches. Hotel properties include the Steamboat Grand, which has long been the classic big hotel in town. When I first visited Steamboat in the 1990s, I encountered the fledgling Moving Mountains. This enterprising English company had established staffed and catered chalets following the alpine model found in France and Switzerland. It now has several dozen of these elegant condo chalets throughout the town.

When to go? Watch the weather reports for the big powder dumps, if you can, and head to “The ’Boat” accordingly. But one of the best and busiest times to be there is during Winter Carnival, held in February, which offers up Nordic jumping, ski races and the Night Extravaganza, an incredible mix of ski prowess and lighting expertise on the slopes. You can be assured that the event is flavored with authentic cowboy culture, which makes Steamboat a unique resort in a ski world that is becoming ever more homogenized.

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Grape

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A CAB

The finest cabernet sauvignon wines from California’s Sonoma County now rival those of its well-known neighbor, Napa. By Robert Beringela Two words: cult wine. For a lot of people, the term conjures thoughts of cabernet sauvignon from the Napa Valley, and not the kind you find on supermarket shelves. Cult cabs fit a different profile. They exist in short supply. They command lofty prices and earn high marks from aficionados. Stash them somewhere dark and cool, and they grow in complexity and value over time.

That’s their reputation, and it’s not wrong. It is, however, incomplete, because cabs of this fine pedigree—scarce, celebrated, well suited for the cellar—are not confined to Napa. For evidence, look no farther than the county next door.

Roughly twice the size of its more famous neighbor, Sonoma County is a sprawling, diverse region, with offerings that range from robust zinfandel to prized pinot noir and chardonnay, sourced from vineyards along the fog-kissed coast. Further inland, on its steep hillsides, Sonoma also gives rise to cabs as cult-worthy as any sprung from Napa.

While serious collectors have long known about these wines, everyday consumers are just starting to catch on to them. Thanks to a small handful of respected producers, luxury Sonoma cabs—call them cult Sonoma cabs—are having a moment in the sun.

“Why is that happening now?” asks Brian Ball rhetorically. “I guess you could say that when something is truly great, it can only remain a secret for so long.”

Ball is the general manager of Skipstone Wine, a resplendent operation tucked into the folds of the Anderson Valley, a rumpled stretch of Sonoma County renowned for the quality of

its grapes. Skipstone’s roots reach back to 2001, when the Cyprus-born tech innovator Fahri Diner and his wife Constance acquired the property and began tapping into its world-class potential. At the time, the land had vineyards on the valley floor. But the Diners understood that greater intrigue lay in the hills, on the steeper, stingy slopes, where vines undergo a characterbuilding struggle. On that inspiring terrain, the Diners planted rows of cabernet sauvignon.

In 2005, Skipstone released its debut vintage. A year later, famed cab whisperer Phillippe Melka was brought on as a consulting winemaker. He remains in that role today, working under full-time winemaker Laura Jones, who came aboard in 2022.

In the years since it was launched, Skipstone has wowed critics and collectors alike with cabs of unparalleled complexity and depth, imbued with a brightness that complements their dark-berry ripeness.

“Something that jumps out to me about the best Sonoma cabernet sauvignon is that element of freshness,” Ball says. “It balances the richness that is inherent to the wines.”

Like the burlier cabs of Napa, Sonoma cabs speak to their terroir, and, as Ball sees it, there’s no point arguing which county does it better.

“That’s a false dichotomy,” he says. Each style is expressive of its surroundings.

One distinction between the neighboring counties is that the wine industry in Napa had a jump-start on Sonoma’s, coming to global prominence in the 1970s and steadily gaining stature.

Sonoma, Ball says, followed a similar path some 20 years later, which at least partly explains the

recent swell in recognition for Sonoma cabs.

A cluster of Skipstone’s Sonoma counterparts have helped build on that acclaim, including Vérité Winery, a leading cabernet maker, operating in the shadows of the Mayacamas mountains; and Aperture Cellars, where famed photographer Andy Katz has partnered with his son Jesse to coax powerfully elegant, single-vineyard cabs from fruit grown in volcanic soils.

All three wineries are situated in the Anderson Valley, within a newly proposed appellation called Pocket Peak, which distinguishes itself from the surrounding valley with its hillside vineyards.

“There’s no question that Napa set the gold standard for a lot of people in the wine industry,” Ball says. “They got started before us, and what they produce remains wonderful. But I’d put our wines in a glass against anyone.”

Skipstone Sofia’s Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon, 2019, $375 A saturated purple, this compelling wine matches its dark hue with a voluptuous structure and aromas of black cherry and licorice, which give way to dark berry on the palate. It is meant to be aged for 20 years or more.

Vérité Winery, La Joie, 2019, $470

A Bordeaux-style blend with 84 percent cabernet sauvignon, this beautifully balanced wine is both powerful and supple, with tannins brightened by fresh notes of black cherry.

Aperture Cellars, Nomad Sugarloaf Vineyard, 2019, $175

With hints of cocoa, tobacco and black berries, this elegant wine results from one of California’s finest vintages of the past decade.

Opposite page, clockwise from top left: The Hamel family winery is located on a West-facing hillside in Sonoma County and grows a variety of organic wines, barrel fermentations take place in concrete “eggs.” A galloping horse welcomes visitors to Stonestreet Wine’s tasting room, where oenophiles can sample assorted cabernet sauvignons. Aperture Cellars produces a range of Bordeeaux-style wines from fruit grown in volcanic soils.

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SERVICE DIRECTORY MORE THAN JUST A STORE

Just as our designers take great pride in the clothing that bears their name, we’re extremely proud of the amenities and services that make shopping at Garmany a safe and pleasurable experience. Our philosophy is that first-class customers deserve first-class care from the moment they walk through our doors. We aim to transcend the traditional retail customer relationship, creating instead a bond that exceeds expectations. Please take advantage of any and all of the services described here as part of your Garmany experience. Visit us at 121 Broad Street, Red Bank, NJ, or call us at 732.576.8500.

Safety First At Garmany, we always put the safety of our customers and staff first. We know you’ve been careful over the past three years, and rest assured your health is our priority. You’ll find hand sanitizer for your use throughout the store.

Private Shopping Service You don’t have to be an A-list celebrity to get the redcarpet treatment at Garmany. Our private shopping service—as well as FaceTime appointments for those who prefer a socially distant experience—will enable you to sample your favorite designer collections at leisure with a knowledgeable member of our staff.

Abundant Parking The Garmany parking lot is large, free and secure. And it puts you just steps from the welcoming red awning at our back door.

That’s A Wrap!

After choosing the perfect present, our complimentary gift wrap makes your Garmany gift extra special. For birthdays, holidays or milestone events, any day is a good day to take advantage of our professionally prepared gift presentations.

Pets Welcome We’re just as pet friendly as we are kid friendly. A pet is a member of the family, and we want to make all your family members feel at home.

Refunds Happen While most stores dread discussing their return policy, we can sum up ours in three words: No questions asked.

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Garmany Gift Cards: A Flattering Fit A Garmany Gift Card guarantees your gift will be the perfect style, size and color. Purchase a gift card in the store or online in any denomination you choose for a remembrance that will dazzle any lucky recipient.

Made-To-Measure Service As talented as a local tailor may be, he can only provide the limited patterns and materials on hand. At Garmany, our Made-to-Measure service takes advantage of the relationships we have established with Italian manufacturers to deliver a suit that’s smart and sexy— and a good value—in as little as one week. You won’t find a better short-term plan to look your best.

Expertise A central part of the Garmany Experience is superlative service in a relaxed atmosphere. If you want to browse in private, you’re more than welcome. When you need expert, individual attention, you’ll get it—instantly and for as long as you want. Our knowledgeable staff is well versed in all of the brands we carry, the trends of the season and how to fit every body type. They stand ready to advise you on all matters of wardrobe and accessories.

Old-Fashioned Shoeshine Garmany is one of the few places left where you can still get a meticulous hand shine. In just a few minutes, we’ll have your shoes looking lustrous, and you’ll feel ready to take on the world.

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We never planned on 49, but after we located them in the places we knew would be most convenient, that’s how it worked out.

Tailor Shop

Our on-site tailor shop is at your disposal for alterations to your Garmany purchases. We provide same-day service as a rule and can usually handle minor alterations while you wait.

The same goes for emergency repairs and routine wardrobe maintenance, such as tightening loose buttons: Bring the garment in, and we’ll fix that button on the spot.

Shopping By Appointment If you’re not ready for in-person shopping—or if our store hours don’t fit your schedule, call us.

If you’re a morning person who finds 7 a.m. the ideal time for your Garmany Experience, we will arrange to be here. Does the commute put you on the platform at 9 p.m.? No problem. Shopping by appointment allows us to give you the personal attention and shopping time you need, when your schedule permits.

Lounge And Bar Like any gracious host, we always offer our guests something to drink. Whether you’re shopping in first-floor menswear or browsing the women’s collections upstairs, you’ll find a spot to relax, reflect and enjoy coffee, espresso, cappuccino or a cool drink. If the notion strikes you for something more bracing, we have wine, beer and a full bar.

Movie Theater We encourage you to bring the younger set to Garmany, and we attend to them as we would any other family members. Our second-floor movie theater is a particular hit with kids. With our theater seating, a massive screen, high-def picture and awesome sound system, your kids can enjoy a variety of titles from our film library.

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