Woodbury Mens Shop: Spring/Summer 2018

WOODBURY MENS SHOP

WOODBURY MENS SHOP SPRING FASHIONS

THE PERFECT FIT

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CONTENTS spring/ summer 2018

FEATURES a Practical Performer | 24 With groundbreaking tech and 680 ponies under the hood, Ferrari’s GTC4Lusso is in a class of its own.

Out of India | 26 With lush rainforests, white-sand beaches and eye-popping coral reefs, the Andaman and Nicobar Islands offer a scenic retreat like no other.

The Wms Guide | 7

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The 411 on Paolo Albizzati...Borrelli’s fit-for-aking shirts...S.M.N’s premium denim...and much more.

the techie | 12 You may not need any of these new toys, but you’ll certainly want them!

Music | 14 The best cure for a fakenews hangover in this age of discontent: Spin some mind-cleansing tracks from these up-and-coming artists.

THE LEADING MAN

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pursuits | 50 Can-Am’s Maverick X3 Turbo gobbles terrain— sandy, rocky, muddy or just plain rough.

spirits | 54 Drink up—we’re serving a half-dozen top Japanese whiskies.

grape | 58 With these wine choices, the Mediterranean is but a sip away.

room key | 60 Napa Valley’s wines are world-class—and so, as savvy travelers are discovering, is its newest boutique hotel, the Archer.

style smarts | 62 Packing? Here are some handy hints to fit everything in your carry-on.

ryan reynolds | 16 style pros | 63 This ladies’ man may have finally settled down, but he’s still continuing a love affair with three women: his wife and two daughters.

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Is your workout routine on the ropes? Here’s a remedy.

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Spring is a time for growth at Woodbury Mens Shop.

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fitness | 46

Take these tips to ensure you’ll score high grades— sartorially speaking—at this season’s most important events. Streamsong’s two quirky tracks have been smashing the clichés about Florida golf.

Now there’s a third course Get ready—the exotic flavor of the Philippines to play. is coming to a restaurant near you.

Memo | 4

We know you’re going places. And you’ll look great getting there in the season’s latest fashions.

Discover the differences between bespoke and made-to-measure.

the sporting life | 48

formalwear 101 | 44

DEPARTMENTS

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the perfect fit | 42

Essentials | 18 Stock up on all the must-have items for any trip to the beach, market and office.

ON THE COVER: Navy suit by Belvest, pink check shirt by Borrelli, floral print tie by Italo Ferretti, pocket square by Paolo Albizzati.

Meet the staff at Woodbury Mens Shop—a dedicated, expert, and, not incidentally, hell-of-a-nice group of folks who make shopping for menswear fun.

grooming | 64 Need a makeover? These treatments are so quick, they’re the epitome of a “lunch-hour procedure.”

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MEMO

Spring: A Time For Growth

WOODBURY MENS SHOP 8025 JERICHO TURNPIKE WOODBURY, NY 11797 TELEPHONE: 516.802.5280 www.woodburymensshop.com STORE HOURS MONDAY TO WEDNESDAY: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

THURSDAY & FRIDAY: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

SATURDAY: 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.

SUNDAY: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Editor RITA GUARNA Art Director STEPHEN M. VITARBO managing Editor LANCE DEBLER Associate Editor DARIUS AMOS Editorial assistant ALENA WOODS art assistant YVONNE MARKI Contributing Editors LEE LUSARDI CONNOR, TIMOTHY KELLEY, NANCY MATTIA, MARISA SANDORA, JOSH SENS Contributing Photographer DANIEL SPRINGSTON PUBLISHING STAFF Publisher SHAE MARCUS

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Spring is always a time for regrowth. As time passes, Woodbury Mens Shop evolves as well— we keep up with the newest fashion trends and the hottest men’s collection, welcome new associates and say goodbye to others.

Don O’Connor, a friend for decades and a business partner for five years, has retired.

But don’t be too alarmed: You will still see his distinguished charm in the store two or three days each week. He can continue to do what he is passionate about, which is styling and measuring our loyal friends and clients.

Meanwhile, Marco DeStefano will be taking over the leadership of the made-to-measure department, and Rich O’Boyle is stepping up into a formal position as a partner. Rich is used

to working quietly in the background, but now you will see him more and more on the floor.

He’s not as shy as he comes across.

As we begin our sixth year at Woodbury Mens Shop, we would like to take this opportunity to thank all of you for your loyalty to us. Our vision is to spend quality time with you, providing thoughtful advice that takes into account your personal style, so that when you walk out the door, you’re proud to be wearing clothes that express your personality and make you look great.

We hope that our hard work and commitment shines through. If you enjoy working with us, invite your friends and associates to visit us for the finest luxury menswear on Long Island.

Sincerely, Marco, Jim and Rich

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Director of Production and Circulation CHRISTINE HAMEL Advertising Services director JACQUELYNN FISCHER Senior Art Director, Agency Services KIJOO KIM Production/Art Assistant ALANNA GIANNANTONIO Accounting AGNES ALVES, MEGAN FRANK Published by Chairman CARROLL V. DOWDEN President & CEO MARK DOWDEN Senior Vice Presidents SHAE MARCUS, CARL OLSEN Vice Presidents NIGEL EDELSHAIN, THOMAS FLANNERY, RITA GUARNA, CHRISTINE HAMEL Wo o d b u r y M e n s S h o p Magazine is published by Wainscot Media, 110 Summit Avenue, Montvale, NJ 07645, in association with Woodbury Mens Shop. Copyright © 2018 by Wainscot Media, LLC. All rights reserved.

Editorial Contributions: Write to Editor, Wo o d b u r y M e n s S h o p Magazine, 110 Summit Avenue, Montvale, NJ 07645; telephone 201.782.5730; email rita.guarna @wainscotmedia.com. The magazine is not responsible for the return or loss of unsolicited submissions.

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National Brand Manager MONICA DELLI SANTI

Subscription Services: To change an address or request a subscription, write to Subscriptions, Wo o d b u r y M e n s S h o p Magazine, 8025 Jericho Turnpike, Woodbury, NY 11797; telephone 516.802.5280.

Advertising Inquiries: Contact Shae Marcus at 856.797.2227 or shae.marcus@wainscotmedia.com.

Woodbury Mens Shop Magazine, Copyright 2018. Woodbury Mens Shop Magazine is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or associated with Woodbury magazine.

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BORRELLI IS BACK!

SIMPLY SNEAKERS

Sneakerheads, rejoice: In a book simply titled Sneakers, author Rodrigo Corral offers what’s been called the “definitive exploration” of casual footwear and the cultural phenomenon it created.

Spread over 320 pages, the tome offers not only a seemingly endless collection of photos but also interviews with celebrities, sports figures and industry gurus. One of its most fascinating tales?

Designer Jeff Staple recalls how one of his collections actually incited a riot on Manhattan’s Lower East Side in 2005. Meanwhile, ad genius Jim Riswold talks about making some of Nike’s bestknown commercials (he’s the one who paired Michael Jordan with Bugs Bunny and created the “Bo Knows” campaign featuring Bo Jackson); Adidas’ Rachel Muscat and Jon Wexler chat about their superstar collaborator, Kanye West; and tennis champ Serena Williams makes a surprising revelation (sorry, no spoilers here).

We think it all makes for an immensely enjoyable read. It’s available in bookstores—and ready to entertain any and all footwear fanatics—now.

The king of Italy was a fan, but he couldn’t keep it to himself. The same high-end Neapolitan menswear that filled Victor Emmanuel III’s closet can also fill yours—for spring or any time of the year.

In sharp contrast to a world where automation rules, Luigi Borrelli continues to thrive under the philosophy that some things are better left unchanged. So, the age-old technique of embroidering shirts by hand is not in danger of a mechanized rival at Luigi Borrelli. This brand is prized for what it can contribute to the distinguished man’s wardrobe— quality known the world over.

Another constant at Luigi Borrelli all these years is the basic philosophy that shirts should fit right. Who could argue? Retracing the ancient hand steps of the great Neapolitan tailors is how that perfect fit comes about.

Fine cotton with refined colorings and patterns complete the look in a way that merges contemporary and classic.

If comfort is your king, try on Luigi Borrelli shirts at the Woodbury Mens Shop and feel like royalty.

POCKET SQUARE PERFECTION

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Though small in size, the pocket square is known for making a big statement about its wearer—and it’s easier on the wallet than adding a Rolex by far. Yet a pocket square done right will similarly set you apart as a man of distinction, one who pays attention to details and is meant to be a leader. (Well, you get the idea!)

Do the style right, and pamper yourself with Italian luxury with the Paolo Albizzati line of ties and pocket squares available at Woodbury Mens Shop. Those familiar with Albizzati know the company’s reputation for true Italian craftsmanship. Not everyone can possess the creative genius and skill to be called the best tie manufacturer in Italy.

Paolo Albizzati started making ties for famous brands in Milan in the 1960s before the entrepreneurial spirit moved him to launch his own business around 1970 in the basement of his home. Today, the company gives customers a product that’s unique and exclusive, as can be seen in the vast array of styles including the classic grenadine dot tie accompanied with a white linen pocket square. What this means for you is a closet of distinction and a look that doesn’t abandon comfort or durability, while still capitalizing on style.

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THE WOODBURY MENS SHOP GUIDE THE A–Z LIST Woodbury Mens Shop is proud to feature more than 60 designer brands! See if you don’t find your favorites in the list below. Then stop by the store for a shopping experience you’ll love.

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ABBEY NECKWEAR A FISH NAMED FRED BALDASSARI BELVEST BORRELLI SHIRTS BRAX BRESCIANI BUGATTI CALABRESE CALIBAN

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CARROT & GIBBS CIRCOLO CITIZENS OF HUMANITY COPPLEY CULTURATA DONALD J PLINER EDWARD ARMAH FIORELLO TIES FLANNEL BAY GALLO DIBIANCO GIMO’S GOODLIFE GOODMAN GRAN SASSO HARRIS WHARF HAUPT INGRAM INIS MEÁIN ITALO FERRETTI JACK OF SPADES JEANS JACKSON PAYNE SHOES JAN LESLIE CUFFLINKS JOE’S JEANS JKT LUCIANO BARBERA MAC JEANS MARCOLIANI MARTIN DINGMAN MASON’S MICHAEL’S SWIMSUITS MIRTO PAL ZILERI PAOLO ALBIZZATI PAOLO VITALE PAUL & SHARK PAUL TAYLOR PESCAROLO JEANS POGGIANTI PORTO PT01 RAVAZZOLO SEALUP S.M.N JEANS SPIVEY CUFFLINKS STENSTRÖMS STRONG BOALT SUNSPEL TACCALITI TINTORIA MATTEI TRUSSINI VALENTINI VERNIZZI BELTS VILEBREQUIN WATERVILLE W. KLEINBERG WOOD LOUNGEWEAR XACUS ZANELLA

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DENIM IS HERE TO STAY! For the diehard denim fan in all of us, the good news is that premium jeans are very much a part of the spring fashion scene. But don’t think baggy is better, as in years past, because this is the season where fit is king! And S.M.N, a California company known for its fine denim fabric from Japan, has several core ways to capture that fit, including The Hunter, its tapered slim jean.

Whether dressed up with a cotton sport shirt or teamed with your favorite sportcoat, jeans are almost all you need in your wardrobe when they’re done right by S.M.N. Variety is the name of the game this season, but S.M.N meets the challenge with vintage, detail-oriented washes in a range of indigos. Why wait for your jeans to break in to comfort perfection? S.M.N has the worn-in look that is so popular today, among its many denim styles.

These definitely are not your dad’s designer jeans. The very name tells it all—Simple, Modern, Nonpareil. Launched in 2016, S.M.N has been dedicated to providing modern, minimalist 5-pocket jeans. Its clean silhouettes, hand-crafted washes and quality materials have made S.M.N the jean to focus your wardrobe upon. Check out S.M.N at Woodbury Mens Shop.

KEEP YOUR SUEDE SUAVE

ASK MR. ETIQUETTE

Jim Foley explains how to sail through life without giving offense.

How can I wear a cool shirt untucked without looking messy?

—Confused in Cove Neck Any sport shirt can be worn untucked (but never a dress shirt). It can be comfortable and sexy with the right fit and paired with the right jean, casual pant and sportcoat.

The shirt must be tailored perfectly—tapered so that it doesn’t look sloppy, but not too tight where it may be pulling. Make sure the length of your sleeves is correct so you have the option of rolling them up. The most common mistake with an untucked shirt is the length. The back of the shirt should hit just at the bottom of the pant pocket, and the front just below the zipper. It should be scalloped with a tail, not straight across.

Once your sport shirt has all of these elements, make sure your jean or pant also has a nice trim fit with a narrow bottom and moderate break. To dress up this style, go with a knitted soft sportcoat with a natural shoulder. It will have a hip, cool look and you will be ready to go out on the town.

April showers bring May flowers, but they can also bring water spots and worse to your suede coats, boots and accessories. Want to know how to keep your favorite suede items looking sharp even when it rains? The best defense is a good offense, so get a waterproofing spray like Collonil’s Classic Waterstop and spray your suede items with several coats to protect them from water and dirt before you first wear them.

You’ll want to respray every four to six months, depending on what kind of climate you’re in and how much water they are exposed to.

What to do if you’ve been caught in the rain?

The first step is to blot up as much moisture as you can, so dab gently with a microfiber towel, sponge, dry cloth or paper towels. Once it’s dry, go over the item lightly with a suede brush to get the nap of the suede back to its original look. If you don’t have a suede brush, a soft/ medium bristle toothbrush or nail brush works too. For stubborn spots or scuffs, try a suede eraser—they’re often sold with a brush as part of a suede-care kit. Use it as you would a pencil eraser by rubbing it into the stain with moderate to firm pressure. Then brush again, employing a suede brush to fluff the pile and restore the look of your garment. Don’t forget to then protect the item with a fresh coat of waterproofing spray before you wear your suede again.

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THE WOODBURY MENS SHOP GUIDE STYLE BY DESIGN

Style By Design events at Woodbury Mens Shop give you the chance to meet representatives from some of your favorite designer brands and have clothing, shoes and other items custom-made for you. Mark your calendar for these events: SATURDAY, MARCH 3 W. Kleinberg Belts with Mary Beth Walsh Trussini and Ravazzolo Made-to-Measure Taccaliti Custom Shirts

BEST BALLPARKS TO VISIT THIS SPRING On a business trip and have an afternoon to play hooky?

You know taking in a ball game will provide nine innings of bright green stress relief. But in some towns, it’s not just the team that is the attraction—the ballpark itself is something to enjoy. Here are five standout stadiums across the land to put on your baseball bucket list: San Diego’s Petco Park: The Padres’ performance hasn’t lived up to the awesomeness of its stadium, sadly, but that’s beside the point. Opened in 2004, this park features spectacular views of the San Diego skyline and excellent local food and drink options—and there are plenty of bathrooms and beer stands. You also can’t beat the San Diego weather.

Chicago’s Wrigley Field: Known for its ivy-covered brick outfield wall and the iconic red marquee over the main entrance, this more than century-old ballpark retains its nostalgic appeal even after an extensive renovation that followed the 2014 season. Fans will appreciate new concession stands in an improved concourse opening this year. And check out Wrigleyville, the lively surrounding neighborhood.

Pittsburgh’s PNC Park: The Pirates’ home has an intimate feel, with the highest seat in the stadium only 88 feet from the field. And every seat (except in the bleachers) features spectacular views of downtown and the riverfront. Opened in 2001 and built in the style of classic stadiums, PNC Park features archways, steel trusswork and a natural grass playing field that pleases purists, but also the latest amenities like a wide range of food options for fans.

Boston’s Fenway Park: (pictured) Catching a game at Fenway is a must for any diehard baseball fan, but to get the best local color and history of MLB’s oldest park, sign up for a tour, available year-round. You’ll see the iconic ballpark that has been home to the Boston Red Sox since it was built in 1912, and you can sit atop the Green Monster (its high leftfield wall) and check out the press box, the rooftop garden and a small museum.

San Francisco’s AT&T Park: The Giants’ home opened in 2000, replacing iconic Candlestick Park. And the great views of San Francisco Bay are only part of the appeal of this award-winning stadium. Expansive concourses that feature top-notch dining options, an interactive play area for children and adults, the world’s largest baseball glove and boatloads of Willie Mays memorabilia are all part of the fun.

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SATURDAY, MARCH 10 Belvest Made-to-Measure with Angelo Tsaganeas Gallo Di Bianco Bench-Made Shoes with Louis Costa Tintoria Mattei and Caliban Shirts with Michela Petrali

SATURDAY, MARCH 17 AND SUNDAY, MARCH 18 Pal Zileri Made-to-Measure Stenströms with Ander Hjärne Edward Armah Pocket Squares SATURDAY, MARCH 24 AND SUNDAY, MARCH 25 Coppley Made to Measure with Bill Deschler MAC Jeans with Tammy Kaminsky SATURDAY, APRIL 7 Bugatti with Sebastian Leta WMS “Signature Collection” Made-to-Measure with Enzo Licata WMS Custom Shirts

FRIDAY, APRIL 13 Paul Taylor Sportswear Event Join the Party!

SATURDAY, APRIL 28 Luciano Barbera with Chase Richardson

SATURDAY, APRIL 14 Haupt Sport Shirts with Kate West

SATURDAY, MAY 5 Coppley Made to Measure with Bill Deschler

SATURDAY, APRIL 21 Formal Event Carrot & Gibbs Accessories with Michael Ford

SATURDAY, MAY 12 Borrelli Handmade Shirts Jacob Cohen Jeans with Tony Lonzano and Luca Spano

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There’s no easier way to express your personality and mood than with a pair of cufflinks.

This small accessory—used to replace buttons on a French cuff dress shirt—will add some flair to your outfit and speak volumes about you. But as varied as they are in design, material and color, did you know there are many different types of cufflinks too? Read this definitive guide, and all you’ll need to worry about is deciding which pair to wear today.

Whale Back: These cufflinks feature a flat head, a straight post and a whale tail that flips flat against the post, allowing you to easily put it through the button hole before flipping it out again to secure.

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

Stud, Button or Fixed Backing: These links 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.

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

Ball Return: These links usually feature a curved post and a small ball shape opposite the decorative head.

Silk Knot: Great for less formal occasions, this style can add a pop of color to your outfit and is less expensive than others.

Locking: This innovative type is based on a hinge and secured with a dual-locking system similar to a wristwatch.

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Gadgets & Gear These new toys might not be a true necessity, but need-schmeed­— we want ’em!

GET A GOOD LOOK Are you still squinting to see what’s stirring in the distance? Feast your eyes on the Maven B3 binoculars, an incredible mid-range option for bird watchers, hunters and anyone who needs to zoom in on the action. The compact and lightweight body boasts elite optics that deliver superior low-light performance, razorsharp clarity and smooth focusing. Grab a set and see for yourself. $525.

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A THRILLING GRILLING EXPERIENCE You already use your phone to pay bills and fly drones, but are you using it yet to grill a steak? With the Traeger Timberline 850 pellet grill and its smartphone app, you can remotely monitor the temperature inside the airtight gasket and the internal temperature of the meat. It also features three-tier stainless steel grates that accomodate six pork butts, eight rib racks or nine whole chickens. $1,700.

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KILLER WORKOUT Not many float like a butterfly and sting like a bee these days, but you can sure try. The speed bag boxing kit from Killspencer Athletics lets fitness gurus and Rocky-wannabes hit like a champ while boosting hand-eye coordination.

The welded steel frame and swivel hold the premium black leather bag securely in place so it’ll never go down for the count. $1,245.

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THE RIDE OF YOUR LIFE If you live a made-to-measure lifestyle, you’ll want to add the Alchemy Eros road bike to your collection. Each titanium and carbon frame is handmade in the U.S., and owners can customize frame shape, brake system and color, among other features—in true bespoke manner. As for the ride? It’s fast on flats, comfy on long journeys and overall silky smooth. $3,500.

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START YOUR DAY OFF RIGHT Ditch the single-serve coffee pods and overpriced chain brews: You deserve a morning jolt from Dutch Lab’s Steampunk AKMA 3000 coffee maker. The avant-garde, Korean design features a three-liter tank for water, three deposits for grounds and three glass jars to collect brewed coffee.

(That’ll keep you awake!) OK, so maybe at 3 feet tall it won’t fit on the kitchen counter—but you know it would look good! $5,200.

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OUT OF THIS WORLD At ease, James Bond fans—Bossa Sound’s Moonraker speaker system has nothing to do with the film series (though it’s perfect for a home theater). Despite its minimalist design, each speaker system delivers immense audio output (150 watts) and connects to wired and wireless equipment. Now that’s music to our ears! $2,400.

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HARMONIC DETOX

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Best cure for a fake-news hangover in this age of discontent: Spin some mind-cleansing tracks from these up-and-coming artists. By Mark Dowden

JULIEN BAKER

Proudly Southern, gay, Christian, post-punk, recovering from addiction and just months out of her teens, Julien Baker embraces what to some would seem contradictory strands of identity.

Her songs are raw and intimate, giving the listener the sense, as writer Rachel Syme put it, of “eavesdropping on someone else’s prayers.” Concerned with themes of brokenness and redemption, Baker’s lyrics are fresh and honest.

This latter-day pilgrim also happens to be highly listenable.

The album: Turn Out the Lights Go-to song: “Appointments” Deeper dives: “Sour Breath.” Also check out “Blacktop” from Baker’s first album, Sprained Ankle.

SLOWDIVE

Their hiatus may not set a record, but close: Slowdive, an English “shoegaze” band, went 22 years between recording sessions. The reunited band’s self-titled album, released last spring, shows the benefits of aging—or maybe just the benefits of creating art outside “The Scene That Celebrates Itself,” which the music press turned into a pressure cooker. On the new Slowdive, you’ll find meticulous songwriting and musicianship combined to produce a beautifully textured collection of tunes.

The album: Slowdive Go-to song: “Sugar for the Pill” Deeper dives: “Slowmo” from the new album, “Celia’s Dream” from Just for a Day

ROSTAM As the musical leader and producer of Vampire Weekend, Rostam Batmanglij employed hand drums, harpsichord and strings to create a cheery, distinctive, genre-blurring sound. As the solo act Rostam (preferring to be mononymous), he brings the same signature techniques to his debut album, Half-Light. Rostam’s vocal style—somewhat hushed and often near-mumbling—is decidedly un-Vampire, but it’s pleasing and well-suited to his lyrics, which paint soft images of past memories.

The album: Half-Light Go-to song: “Bike Song” Deeper dives: The short, haunting “I Will See You Again.” Also sample “In a Blackout” from Rostam’s collaborative album with Hamilton Leithauser.

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The title Aromanticism, or the inability to experience romantic love, telegraphs this album’s bleak lyrical point of view. But singersongwriter Moses Sumney’s mood isn’t one of despair. In the solitary life, he seems to find both comfort and challenge. And so he wraps his blues in a package that sounds downright romantic, compact of dreamy harmonies, warm strings and Sumney’s own emotive, falsetto crooning. The songs may pack a series of existential bummers, but they also have the power of sonic seduction.

The album: Aromanticism Go-to song: “Self-Help Tape” Deeper dives: “Plastic” and “San Fran,” both from the EP Mid-City Island

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PLAYLIST RULE #1: DO NOT BE BORING

There are two kinds of playlists—the kind that makes an unobtrusive background soundtrack (meh) and the kind that keeps you on your toes, reaching to adjust the volume with each new song. This is the latter kind, with recordings that span seven decades and cover genres from R&B to trip-hop.

“Jenny of the Roses” by Hiss Golden Messenger “Little Sally Walker” by The Rivingtons “Let Me Go” by Cake “Roadless” by Frightened Rabbit “Witness” by Benjamin Booker “Foggy Day” by Beegie Adair

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“Barefoot Desert” by King Gizzard & the Lizard Wizard “I Must Be in a Good Place Now” by Bobby Charles “Salt Pork, West Virginia” by Louis Jordan “Lebanese Blonde” by Thievery Corporation “Sunshine Superman” by Donovan “Girlfriend” by Matthew Sweet

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THE LEADING MAN

Ladies’ Man Ryan Reynolds may have finally settled down, but he’s still continuing a love affair with three women: his (very famous) spouse and their two daughters. By Lance Debler

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Wilson, who acquires a superhuman healing factor that enables him to survive unfortunate events like decapitation—in X-Men Origins: Wolverine. The role brought him a new level of fame: People magazine named him one of its Sexiest Men Alive twice before bestowing the top honor upon him in 2010, and fashion bloggers began obsessing over his dressed-upyet-laid-back sense of style. For the Origins premiere, he ditched the jacket of his black three-piece suit and cut a breezy figure, the sleeves rolled up on his dress shirt. It’s a relaxed look that has stayed on constant display: In 2016, when that X-Men role finally turned into what’s sure to be his franchise goldmine with the release of the official Deadpool film, he showed up in a camel-colored suit, no belt and enough “dapper” to drench the red carpet.

By then, of course, he’d met and married Lively and spawned the aforementioned two daughters, James, now 4, and Ines, 2. So will Reynolds begin embracing his dad status and lay back even more? Could be.

While promoting Deadpool in London, he hit the press trail with mostly grey hair, a matching salt-and-pepper beard and a pair of thick-rimmed black glasses. Of course, no one seemed to mind his mature new look: Courtesy of style watchers, Twitter users and just about everyone else on Earth, Ryan Reynolds was officially proclaimed Hollywood’s newest silver fox.

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Opposite page, clockwise from left: Ryan Reynolds strikes a dapper pose in a three-piece suit at a Hugo Boss event, gets laidback in leather for a photoshoot, hits the red carpet in a V-neck sweater and blazer combo at the 2009 premiere of The Proposal and gets totally casual while posing on a Harley-Davidson.

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ith a wife and two young daughters at home, you might assume that Ryan Reynolds is ready to build an impassable man cave and retreat to it frequently.

But you’d be wrong.

“I’m just fine being surrounded by estrogen,” the 41-year-old (and better half of actress/lifestyle maven Blake Lively) once told an interviewer. “I grew up in a house full of testosterone. I’m the youngest of four boys, and my dad was a cop—and that’s intense. For whatever reason, I always got along great with girls.”

No kidding. Before he settled into domestic bliss with Lively—they exchanged vows at a South Carolina plantation in 2012—he romanced several wellknown women. One of his most serious (but often forgotten-by-the-masses) relationships: a three-year union with angst-ridden rocker Alanis Morissette, to whom he was even engaged. Those looking for insight on the split need look only as far as Morissette’s 2008 Flavors of Entanglement album; she’s said it was inspired by the pain of the breakup, with the song “Torch” specifically based on Reynolds. The Canadian-born actor, meanwhile, rebounded quickly: He soon began dating Hollywood goddess Scarlett Johansson (the two were wed by 2008, with a divorce following three years later).

Professionally, his career soared. In 2009, he first appeared as Deadpool—aka mild-mannered Wade

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WEAR IT WELL Stock up on the season’s must-haves and stand out at your next event—whether it’s a day in the Hamptons, a weekend getaway or a client meeting.

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On model: orange T-shirt by Gionfriddo, floral print swimsuit by Michael’s. Clockwise from top left: solid color polos by Luciano Barbera, belt

by W. Kleinberg, T-shirts by Gionfriddo, striped polos by Paul & Shark, shorts by Mason’s, leather sneakers by DiBianco, socks by Marcoliani, swimsuits by Michael’s.

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On model: leather jacket by Gimo’s, plaid shirt

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by Joe’s Jeans, white patterned shirt by Paul & Shark, plaid shirt by Haupt, pink shirt by Ingram.

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by DiBianco. Clockwise from top left, shirts by Borrelli, ties by Italo Ferretti, patterned pocket squares by Silvio Fiorello, Stenstrรถms and Carrot & Gibbs, cufflinks by Jan Leslie, loafers by DiBianco, belts by W. Kleinberg.

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A PRACTICAL PERFORMER

With groundbreaking tech and 680 ponies under the hood, Ferrari’s GTC4Lusso is in a class of its own. And there’s seating for the entire family!

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Don’t let the spacious trunk and wagon-like silhouette fool you, this is every bit a Ferrari as Magnum P.I.’s 308 GTS—and it might be better! The legendary Italian luxury sports car maker has revamped its old FF model and renamed it the GTC4Lusso (one word, Ferrari says). Casual drivers will love the trunk space and seating for four. But enthusiasts will appreciate the power, falling for the 680-horsepower V12 engine and all-wheel drive/four-wheel steering combo—a first in the gran turismo class. Undoubtedly, this is a Ferrari!

Starting Price:

$298,900

A front-mounted 6.2liter V12 engine cranks out 680 horsepower at 8,000 rpm. (That’s a big roar!) All that muscle catapults the Lusso from 0–62 mph in 3.4 seconds; it has a reported top speed of 207 mph. Catch your breath before you read on.

The big coupe obeys every steering command thanks to 20-inch front and rear wheels. The 117.7-inch wheel base, wide like other sports coupes, provides extra stability.

A sports coupe for the snow? Not only does the Lusso feature a rugged AWD system, but its four-wheel steering (when needed, the front and rear wheels will steer into a turn) gives it top-notch handling and control.

From sculpted sides and chiseled crease lines to aggressive angles, styling on the Lusso—which translates to “luxury”— earns higher marks than its predecessor, the Ferrari FF.

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A 10.3-inch touchscreen is mission control of the infotainment system.

Together with the knob-and-button interface, the audio, phone and ventilation systems are intuitive and easy to navigate.

Like Formula 1 racers, Lusso drivers can control the car without taking their hands off the wheel. Controls for ignition, headlights, turn signals and windshield wipers are mounted on the front of the steering wheel.

Rotary switches for the audio system are built into the back of the wheel spokes.

The Lusso’s two rear seats aren’t just for looks—two people can fit snuggly in the back.

It’s unlikely that a pro basketball player can squeeze in (this is a sports coupe, after all) but this car has 16 millimeters more legroom than its predecessor.

The company’s trademark twin rear lights broaden the horizontal lines of the rear profile. Tailpipes remind those who follow behind the car of its raw power.

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With an AWD drivetrain and ground clearance higher than any other sports car, driving in everyday conditions (including nasty potholes) is a breeze.

Unlike many luxury sports coupes, the Lusso provides ample trunk space. Pop the hatchback and stow your groceries, luggage or even a couple of golf bags. Going skiing?

Fold down the 50/50 split rear seats to fit all your gear.

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Ferrari’s prancing horse emblem is mounted front and center on the large single grille, which provides all the necessary air intake to cool the mighty V12 beneath the hood.

Double pane glass is used throughout the vehicle, including an optional panoramic moonroof, giving riders a sweeping view of the surroundings. Though noise is an expected quality of Ferraris, the glass, coupled with an improved exhaust system and extra soundmuffling fiberglass, keeps the cabin quiet.

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With lush rainforests, white-sand beaches and eye-popping coral reefs, the Andaman and Nicobar Islands offer a scenic retreat like no other. By Nancy Mattia

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This page, clockwise from top left: The on islands that are off-limits to tourists. f your bucket list includes vacationing on a remote island private villa at Jalakara, a boutique hotel, As for the isles you can visit, be forewarned: It takes where the water is blue and clear and the white sand is built into the hill and outfitted with a double hammock for resting or just time, patience and more time to reach them. To get sparkles like tiny diamonds, then pack lots of sunscreen gazing. The infinity pool at Jalakara is to Havelock Island, for example, you typically fly into and head to the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, a far-flung lined with Italian mosaic tiles and Indian granite; a French filtration system keeps New Delhi or Mumbai (14 hours nonstop from, for archipelago off the coast of India. the water clean, hygienic—and chilled.

Sunsets like this that brilliantly color the example, Newark Liberty International Airport), take Considered one of the most gorgeous out-of-the-way sky are as mesmerizing as they are comanother flight to Andaman and Nicobar’s capital city, destinations in the world, this group of small islands mon on Andaman and Nicobar Islands.

Grilled tiger prawns from local waters Port Blair (four hours), then get a boat ride (90 minutes admittedly doesn’t have the trendiness of St. Barts or the make a healthy and delicious dinner. by speed catamaran or two-and-a-half hours by ferry). glamour of Fiji. But think a minute: Isn’t that an addiOpposite: Take a stroll on the bottom of the Andaman Sea for a glimpse of colorful You will be amply rewarded. tional advantage? marine life, such as the striped IndoPacific sergeant.

Scuba-diving is big on Havelock, especially from The UN doesn’t keep jaw-dropping statistics, but a first January to May, when the waters are calmest and the surface conditions glimpse of the stunning beaches here surely sets a high international mark best. Want to try something more laid-back? Go snorkeling in the sea for facial muscles gone slack. On 44-square-mile Havelock, one of the biggest and prettiest islands on the archipelago and the place you’ll likely spend around the Island, and you’ll get a close-up view of the colorful life that lies beneath, such as turtles, sharks and rays. There’s also an activity the most time (Nicobar is still recovering from the 2004 tsunami), you’ll see at Elephant Beach called Sea Walk that the whole family (ages seven some of nature’s finest work, including lush rainforests and exotic flora and and up) can enjoy together. It involves strolling on the bottom of the fauna. If you want to delve deeper, literally, into this wonderland, there are excellent snorkeling and scuba-diving opportunities to satisfy that urge. And Andaman Sea and getting a close-up view of fauna, coral and tropical fish; a specially designed helmet allows you to simultaneously breathe yes, it’s just as gorgeous under the sea as above it. and see the fascinating sights around you.

Calling the Andaman and Nicobar Islands “remote” is no exaggeration: Ever thought you’d go to jail on vacation? On these islands, it’s the thing These beauties are tucked between the Bay of Bengal and the Andaman Sea, to do when you need a break from paradise. Ross Island is as famous for its with India to the west and Myanmar to the north and east. Though they breathtaking beauty and scenic views as it is for its ruins of a penal colony comprise almost 600 isles, only 36 are inhabited and just 17 are accessible to established in 1858 and active during the British occupation of India. But tourists. Jacques Cousteau, the legendary undersea adventurer, was so taken before those infamous days, Ross Island had an opulent life as a colonial with this area that he filmed a documentary here in 1991 called Andaman: base for the British military. Walk around the area today and see remnants of Invisible Islands. He studied not only the spectacular sea life but also the happier times, such as a bakery, a church, tennis courts, a swimming pool, mysterious tribal people who still live a Stone Age life (not just no Netflix; a bazaar, gardens and a ballroom. And while you’re doing the history thing, no running water either). They reside in the dense jungles and rainforests

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This page, clockwise from left: The or TV but do suggest guests “log on” to the beautiful visit the so-called cellular jail, a popular national meFestival of Panguni Uthiram is a colorful tropical surroundings, go swimming in the on-site pool morial monument in Port Blair where political prisoners annual event in Port Blair that celebrates the importance of relationships to Hindu or get a massage at the spa. Though remote, it’s close were incarcerated back in the early 20th century. followers. A scuba diver swims around a enough to go snorkeling at Elephant or Turtle Beach, Until recently, Andaman was the proud home of colorful coral reef deep down on the ocean floor; the Andaman and Nicobar Islands take in the pretty scenery at Radhanagar Beach, or hike Rajan, an elephant who famously swam in the gentle are renowned for their scuba-diving sites, considered some of the best in India. through the jungle, kayak or birdwatch. Since the British waters around the islands and became a YouTube star.

Visitors enjoy navigating the tranquil owner, Marko Hill, is also a chef, there’s no doubting the How did he get there? Back in 1883, elephants were waters around the islands in small boats.

Opposite: Rajan, the last of the swimming food—it’s fabulous. Seafood such as spiny lobster with brought to the islands to help with timber extracelephants, frolics in the Bay of Bengal a tasty nimbu hollandaise and sugar-cured tiger prawns tion for the burgeoning logging industry. Swimming, alongside a snorkeler; the three-and-a-half ton animal became a beloved tourist attops the daily dinner menu, and fruits and vegetables which elephants excel at, was the most efficient way for traction before his death in 2016. grown locally are used in dishes like the signature “threethe animals to go from island to island. But in 2000, way” papaya and coconut curry. logging was banned on Andaman, making the elephants obsolete. Most Though it hasn’t opened yet, the Taj Exotica Resort & Spa on Radhanwere shipped back to the mainland but a few, like Rajan, remained. Sadly, agar Beach plans to make future travelers’ dreams come true. Spread out though, in 2016, he passed away at age 66—but his legacy and those of the over 30 acres, the resort has 75 villas whose design was inspired by an other waterborne Babars remain a part of the islands’ history. indigenous tribe’s real-life huts, but they’re filled with luxury amenities— Where to stay in this magical world? With scenery so mesmerizing, this isn’t a camping trip, after all. By day, go for a scenic kayak ride; at night booking accommodations in a ramshackle hut would be a downer. Fortueat by candlelight at one of the resort’s fine dining establishments. Make nately, there’s Jalakara, an intimate boutique hotel on Havelock Island with time at the Taj’s holistic spa, where offerings include a detoxification called just six rooms and suites and a private villa, including the “Sky Room,” a Abhisheka; it starts with a body cleansing using the Holy Ganges water and teak pavilion with glass-paneled walls that’s accessed via a private staircase. is followed by a signature massage. Just ask the resort’s butlers what’s on ofWith an outdoor balcony overlooking the main villa lily pond and an en fer—they’re at your beck and call to make your getaway something special. suite bathroom with views of the jungle, even your moments spent inside When you arrive home after vacationing on the Andaman and Nicobar will give you an up-close and personal visit with Mother Nature. Like Islands, it may be difficult to make the transition back to the real world of everything about the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Jalakara is distant, set crowds, noise and daily duties. But, fully renewed and rejuvenated, you high in the jungle and backing a rainforest. The property’s owners make a won’t regret your time in this faraway paradise. serious attempt at creating a relaxing environment—they don’t offer Wi-Fi

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On the move

Headed to the office? Night on the town?

Sunday errands? We know you’re going places. And you’ll look great getting there in the latest fashions from Woodbury Mens Shop.

Photography by Daniel Springston

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Brown check sportcoat, blue shirt and trousers by Luciano Barbera, striped tie

by Paolo Albizzati, pocket square by Italo Ferretti, lizard belt by W. Kleinberg, loafers by DiBianco.

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Green full-zip sweater by Inis Meรกin, striped shirt by Ingram, tan cotton pants

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Grey and blue zip-up jacket by Waterville, patterned shirt by Paul & Shark, jeans by MAC.

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Zip-up vest by Waterville, pink linen shirt by Paul & Shark, white jeans by MAC, braided belt by Paolo Vitale.

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by W. Kleinberg.

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by Paul & Shark, knit tie and pocket square by Paolo Albizzati, green jeans by MAC, belt by Paolo Vitale.

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Black tuxedo by Trussini, white tuxedo shirt by Taccaliti, white bow tie and pocket square by Carrot & Gibbs, studs and cufflinks by Spivey.

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STITCH TENSION

LIMITLESS OPTIONS The client can select any detail—subdued or extravagant, simple or complex— that he desires.

(Color-accented buttonholes, anyone?)

HAND CUT AND SEWN A tailor uses measurements to prepare fabrics for suit assembly.

FABRICS Bespoke shops have a library of fabrics, usually scores of them from a selection of more than 10 mills.

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LIST OF OPTIONS Clients pick from a checklist of choices— for instance, number of jacket buttons, pocket style, vent options, pant pleats and cuffs.

MACHINE CUT AND SEWN Fabric is prepared in a factory, though some work is done by hand.

FABRICS Most shops offer a curated selection of fabrics from one to two mills. Using fewer mills guarantees price point and quality.

MEASUREMENTS There are fewer measurements taken than bespoke.

Sales associates or made-to-measure specialists obtain numbers, then send them to a factory.

PATTERN These are based on standard suit sizes.

The tailor or house cutter will modify standard patterns based on body shapes, such as shoulder width and jacket length.

PATTERN A new pattern is created for each gent. Because standard or base patterns are not used, the design is truly based on the customer’s body.

MEASUREMENTS The tailor will take as many measurements as needed for a perfect fit.

Often numbers are recorded at the client’s home or office.

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BESPOKE VS. MADE kn

PRICE Starting at $5,000

TURNAROUND TIME From two to six months

PRODUCTION TIME Tailors can spend between 50 and 100 hours on one suit.

ALTERATIONS Extra material is hidden inside the suit to allow for extensive alterations.

FITTINGS A bespoke suit requires several fittings. Tailoring takes place in stages, so clients can expect multiple fittings throughout the production.

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PRICE Starting at $1,000

TURNAROUND TIME From six weeks to two months

PRODUCTION TIME Factory workers and tailors usually need 10 to 20 hours to complete a garment.

ALTERATIONS Adjustments and tailoring can be done, but the options are limited when compared with bespoke.

FITTINGS These are limited.

Clients may be called in for a fitting once during the production and for a final fitting after completion.

STITCH TENSION Stitch tension is uniform throughout the entire garment.

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STITCH TENSION Tension is adjusted where the body moves most, maximizing overall comfort.

E -TO-MEASURE know about two approaches used to make timeless garments.

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FORMALWEAR 101 Springtime means you’ll be off to many Black-Tie Optional, Black-Tie and White-Tie events. Woodbury Mens Shop can provide great advice to help you score high grades, sartorially speaking, with these formalwear tips.

BLACK-TIE BASICS

Black Tie: The words conjure up images of life’s most meaningful moments—weddings, fundraisers and galas. What’s the secret to looking sensational? First, start with a great tuxedo, one with either a peaked or shawl lapel that fits perfectly. Next, you’ll need a shirt. There is no one correct style—formalwear today is about personal taste. Whether your shirt is pleated, pique or French/plain front, there’s a collar for every man: rounded, wing, point, spread or cutaway. Then there’s the finish. No formal look is complete without an appropriate bow or neck tie and a stud set. (A cummerbund is optional and should be worn with a bow tie only.) Remember, have some fun and let your personal style shine.

AVOID RENTALS

Avoid renting a garment unless it is absolutely required by a bride or groom.

Rental tuxedos are usually made with inexpensive fabrics, and the sleeves typically have closed construction (cheaper) to make alterations easier. Also consider that dry cleaning rarely removes all the sand, perspiration, etc. from most men’s clothes.

Plus, after five events, it would be a wise investment to own your own tuxedo.

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Every well-dressed man should own a tuxedo that’s tailored to fit. Whether you’re preparing for a wedding, prom or black/ white-tie affair, Woodbury Mens Shop can dress you for every memorable occasion.

We offer everything you need to present a picture of elegance, from sophisticated dinner jackets, custom tuxedos and shirts to finishing touches like stud sets and silk neckwear. Our experienced in-house tailors are available to make any adjustments for the perfect fit. For more formalwear rules, visit the store and ask any of our knowledgeable staff members.

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roped in Is your workout routine on the ropes? Here’s a “badass” remedy.

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f spring fever has you battling a case of workout boredom—or waging war on waistline expansion—battle ropes could be your answer. The practice of waving, thrashing and slamming thick ropes provides a fast, high-intensity workout with a big payoff.

“Battle ropes are a great alternative for upper body training,” says Rob Sulaver, a certified strength and conditioning specialist and the founder of Bandana Training in New York City. “That’s why boxers and martial arts experts love them.”

Football players are also drawn to the workout, says Franklin Antoian, founder of the top-ranked online personal training website iBodyFit. “It builds the skills they need—quickness, agility, power, speed and strength—in short bursts,” he says.

Amateur athletes are drawn to battle ropes for the hard-core aspect they add to a workout. The concept was developed by John Brookfield, a renowned fitness expert who holds a number of world strength records (including one for bending 520 penny nails in about 90 minutes). Despite this fearsome lineage, battle ropes are an accessible workout. “It’s like learning to jump rope or ride a bicycle,” Antoian says. “It looks really challenging, and in the beginning it is—but you quickly get the hang of it. It’s great for both men and women, and you can do it no matter what fitness level you’re at.”

The ropes are generally 30, 40 or 50 feet long and from 1.5 to 2 inches wide. They weigh between 25 and 50 pounds and can be made of polyester, rubber or even plain old hemp. The most common move—and the one you can find on numerous YouTube videos—is The Wave, in which two equal lengths of rope, secured by an “anchor” (such as a heavy piece of equipment), are made to undulate in ocean-like swells. This lends a play-like, graceful aspect to a super-challenging workout. The demands on muscles, as well as the intense cardio exertion, can make a 20-second interval feel endless. Studies have shown that a battle ropes workout burns as many as 112 calories in 10 minutes.

There are technique variations within the Wave category— Tsunami, SideWinder and Rainbows, to name a few. But rope exercises can also consist of pulling, slamming or twisting, often while the user simultaneously does lunges, squats or even jumping jacks. “Battle ropes movements aren’t limited to a single plane of motion—they’re three-dimensional, and you can easily flow from one exercise to the other,” says Sulaver. “That lends itself to a lot of variety, and athletes find that interesting and fun.”

Battle ropes newbies should combine 20- to 25-second work intervals with 20-second rest intervals, according to the American Council on Exercise; more experienced or highly conditioned individuals can use 30- or 35-second work intervals and 15-second rest intervals. In either case, a typical battle ropes workout should last no more than 15 to 20 minutes.

While battle ropes are becoming increasingly available at gyms—many locations in national chains like Crunch and Equinox offer them—they also work well at home. “When I design a home gym for a client, battle ropes are always on the list because there are so many exercises you can do with them,“ Sulaver says.

“They’re relatively inexpensive, and when you’re done you can put them away and they don’t take up a lot of space.” Battle ropes are also a good option for workouts in the backyard, where they can be anchored by a small tree or sturdy deck support, Antoian reports.

“People who want a badass feel to their workouts tend to go for battle ropes,” Sulaver says. “Plus, the exercises look really cool. They give you great pictures to post on Instagram.”

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THE SPORTING LIFE

thrice as nice

Streamsong’s two quirky courses have been smashing the clichés about Florida golf. Now there are three. By Josh Sens

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n a lush swath of central Florida, at a triangle point between Tampa and Orlando, the flat terrain begins to wrinkle like a rumpled bedsheet. The air is warm, but a breeze is blowing as white-sand dunes rise into view. In the near distance, down a sleepy turnoff south of the city of Lakeland, a modern wood-stone-and-glass clubhouse stands lonely sentinel, its windows glinting in the daylight. Behind it stretch green fingerlings of fairway, bent and knuckled, fringed by knobby mounds and native grasses.

Welcome to Streamsong, a slice of Scotland in the Sunshine State.

From the day it opened in 2014, this upscale resort has upended preconceptions about Florida golf. While the stereotype features geezers riding golf carts on cookie-cutter courses carved through gated subdivisions, Streamsong offers something wild and otherworldly. Its location alone sets it apart—on a former phosphate mine, far removed from any residential sprawl. Here, there are no houses. But the land itself has plenty of life, marked by shaggy hillocks and sandy gouges, with elevation changes that are hard to come by elsewhere in the state.

At its inauguration, Streamsong cut the ribbon on two courses, the Blue and the Red, designed, respectively, by Tom Doak and the duo of Bill Coore and Ben Crenshaw. If you’re looking to name-drop in golf architecture circles, the names don’t

get much bigger than those three.

True to their reputation as rugged minimalists, Doak and Coore/Crenshaw crafted layouts that required little earth-moving. On both the Red and Blue, the holes buck and roll with the dips and rises that phosphate mining left behind, their imprint lying gently on the land.

Before you could yell “Fore!” Streamsong gained acclaim as a pleasure ground for purists, celebrated for its throwback style of golf.

Unlike many Florida layouts, which require blunt-edged aerial assaults, the Red and Blue encourage creative play. You can launch high shots. But you can also bound your ball along the firm, wide fairways, making use of the quirky humps and hollows. Though the two tracks are a long way from identical—the Blue has larger greens; the Red has tighter tee shots, among other distinctions— both are shaped by a similar aesthetic.

They are reminiscent of British links, except that they are nowhere near the sea.

Although walking isn’t mandatory, it’s highly recommended, just as it is throughout the British Isles, where the philosophy holds that a caddie beats a golf cart any day.

“As public-access, two-course complexes go, there’s none better in the United States,” raved Joe Passov, Golf magazine’s chief architecture critic, after seeing the property for the first time.

That assessment was correct but it needs

updating: Today there aren’t two courses at Streamsong, but three.

Last fall, the already sprawling resort expanded further with the opening of Streamsong Black. Designed by Gil Hanse, another noted architect, whose heralded course credits include Castle Stuart in Scotland and the 2016 Olympic Course in Rio de Janeiro, the Black is a kindred spirit of the Red and Blue—with magnified features.

Located a mile southeast of its two siblings, it spreads across a larger footprint. It has broad-shouldered fairways, cavernous sand traps and dunes that loom like scale-model Himalayas. It’s a course that calls for power but also precision, as evidenced by the holes such as the short par-four 14th, with a green that’s reachable from the tee—if you can laser your drive along the proper line.

As a complement to its time-capsule golf, Streamsong rolls out refined accommodations, its lodge honeycombed with 216 custom-designed guest rooms and suites.

There are four casual and fine dining restaurants. There’s a full-service spa. There’s a convention center’s worth of conference rooms and meeting space.

Inside, you’re coddled by contemporary comforts, just as you would be in a luxury hotel in Tampa or Orlando. Outside, though, the mood is different. Step onto the first tee and click your spikes. You get a funny feeling you’re not in Florida anymore.

Opposite page, clockwise from top: The Blue course features multiple elevation changes, fairways navigating wild grasses and deep-water ponds; the Red course boasts decadesold sand dunes, lakes and natural bunkers; the resort’s Lodge has a quiet loft/lounge area, along with a grotto-style, full-service spa and a fitness center; the Black course is known for its sand ridges akin to the Sand Belt Region of Melbourne, Australia; the Red course was designed by the team of Bill Coore and Ben Crenshaw; guestrooms have floorto-ceiling glass with custom louvers, with many offering stunning water views.

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Do The Dunes!

Can-Am’s Maverick X3 Turbo makes it look easy as it gobbles terrain— sandy, rocky, muddy or just plain rough. By Timothy Kelley

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alk about your misleading monikers. Maverick is a gambler’s name, but here’s a sure thing. With the Maverick X3, Can-Am—the allterrain vehicle branch of Quebec-based Bombardier Recreational Products—has written a new chapter in side-by-side history. It’s a blissful union of traction and maneuverability. And for 2018, it’s available at $20,000.

Hey, if “smooth” were all you cared about, you wouldn’t be out there in the wild. You’d be oozing down the avenue in a luxury limo with tinted glass.

But you want the whole rugged world.

Thus, a vehicle craftily constructed to take rocks, ridges, mud flats, dunes and dirt trails in stride very smoothly indeed. Just imagine where you’ll go next.

This bodacious super-buggy, which goes from 0 to 60 mph in less than 5 seconds, boasts a 120-horsepower, turbocharged, electronic fuel-injected 900-cc Rotax ACE (Advanced Combustion Efficiency) three-cyl-

inder, liquid-cooled engine. There’s an ultralight, rigid chassis of tubular steel that the manufacturers say offers “53 percent better torsional stiffness” while “20 percent lighter than its closest competitor.” The transmission is shiftless (but not lazy!), and there are 14 inches of ground clearance and a four-link TTX suspension. Count on 28-inch Maxxis Bighorn 2.0 six-ply tires on 14-inch aluminum wheels. And the shocks are by Fox—2.5 Podium HPG Piggyback with position-sensitive internal bypass technology that prevents harsh bottoming.

Translation for all that? Exceptional performance! You’ll sit low to the ground in four-way adjustable seats in the heart of the vehicle, switching from two- to four-wheel drive while under way. This Maverick X3 is a two-seater, so take along a witness you’d like to impress.

(Just remember not to look too goggleeyed yourself.)

Heck, you may give up roads entirely. Was 20 grand ever so grand?

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Your date with Lady Luck begins the moment you take the Maverick X3 Turbo out to try some tough turf. It enjoys maximum ground-hugging stability with a 64-inch width, and its turbocharged engine is tuned for torque.

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The super-buggy is capable of going from 0 to 60 mph in less than 5 seconds.

An ultralight, rigid chassis of tubular steel offers 53 percent better torsional stiffness, according to manufacturers.

There are 28-inch Maxxis Bighorn 2.0 six-ply tires on 14-inch aluminum wheels.

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FILIPINO IS THE NEW THAI Get ready: The exotic flavor of the Philippines is coming to a restaurant near you. By Darius Amos

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hile cuisines from mainland countries like China, India, Korea and Thailand have made their marks on Western cultures, Filipino food always seemed to lag behind. But thanks to internationally renowned chefs-turned-TV-stars like Anthony Bourdain and Andrew Zimmern, we’ve caught a glimpse of the good and tasty plates from the Philippines. Our thoughts now? Lemme try some of that! To prepare you for the influx of Filipino restaurants in a city near you, we provide the 411 on four Filipino staples (pictured on opposite page) that you’ll likely find on any menu. Enjoy!

Biko

Kinilaw

Lumpia

The Philippines’ national noodle dish, pancit (PAHN-sit or PUN-sit) resembles Chinese lo mein in appearance, but it awakens different tastebuds when eaten. And depending on the home or restaurant, you’ll find different versions. The most common, pancit canton, combines an Asian egg noodle with a variety of chopped vegetables, meat (chicken, Chinese sausage and fish cake are popular options), soy sauce and a tangy splash or two of calamansi. In pancit bihon, chefs use a translucent rice noodle as the base for the mix of veggies and meats, and they often enhance it with a few sprinkles of patis (a savory sauce made of fermented fish and salt). A third kind, pancit palabok, features a thick rice noodle topped with a golden shrimp sauce, hard-boiled egg, chicharrón (crushed pork rinds) and other garnishes. Mastery of chopsticks not required!

Many Filipinos eat rice with breakfast, lunch and dinner—and a good number will even have it for dessert!

Biko is a glutinous rice (short-grain, sticky rice) cake that’s mixed and topped with a delectable syrup consisting of coconut milk and brown sugar. And contrary to the name of its main ingredient, biko does not contain gluten, so those with Celiac can enjoy! Because it’s best served warm—though still appealing served at room temperature—biko is considered a comfort food and might feel as good as an affectionate hug from a loved one.

When translated to English, kinilaw literally means “eaten raw.” This raw seafood delicacy is closely related to ceviche or poke—it’s even eaten as a snack or appetizer—but there’s one major difference. In kinilaw, the acid in vinegar is used to “cook” the seafood, which is usually octopus, tuna, swordfish or mackerel mixed with calamansi juice, salt, ginger, chili peppers and other spices. Ceviche dishes, on the other hand, rely on lime juice. Tip: Check the description before ordering.

Filipino cuisine includes a similarly named dish called “kilawin.” Some restaurants will use the names interchangeably for the raw seafood plate, but traditional kilawin features cooked goat, pork or beef instead of seafood.

Typically consumed as an appetizer, these savory spring rolls are just as palate-pleasing served hot as they are cold. And like pancit, there are several varieties that will satisfy vegetarians and carnivores alike.

The most popular is deep-fried lumpia, a rice wrapper filled with meticulously chopped vegetables like bean sprouts, carrots, string beans and, if you choose, morsels of meat (chicken, shrimp, pork).

The non-fried fresh lumpia can include those ingredients plus lettuce, coconut hearts and crushed peanuts along with a dipping sauce made of crushed peanuts, stock and garlic. For the true snacker, bite-size lumpia Shanghai is stuffed with ground pork or beef, minced onion and zesty Asian spices, fried and then enjoyed with either a spicy dip or sweet banana sauce.

Opposite page, clockwise from top left: pancit, the traditional Filipino noodle dish; biko, a glutinous rice cake dessert; kinilaw, a raw seafood appetizer that resembles ceviche; lumpia, a deep-fried rice wrapper containing chopped vegetables and meat.

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SPIRITS

EASTERN PROMISE In honor of World Whisky Day on May 19, we’re serving up a half-dozen top Japanese whiskies. Kanpai (“cheers”) from the Land of the Rising Sun! By Nancy Mattia

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etter watch out, Macallan. Japanese whisky, with its distinctly silky texture and smooth taste, is so popular right now that even producers in Scotland are attempting to emulate it with Scotch aged in casks made from Japan’s Mizunara oak.

Well, what took them so long? Whisky (that’s the preferred spelling in the Land of the Rising Sun) is nothing new to Japan—the Suntory company built the country’s first whisky distillery in Yamazaki, on the outskirts of Kyoto, back in 1923, and it’s been joined by other well-respected producers since then. Check out our guide to six must-try varieties of this sophisticated sip. If you like what you taste, feel free to explore more— it’s hard to find a so-so pour.

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THE YAMAZAKI SINGLE MALT 12-YEAR-OLD

This is the stuff whisky dreams are made of.

The award-winning spirit—produced by the Yamazaki Distillery, the first to be built in Japan—is made from malted barley and distilled in casks made of Japanese, American and Spanish oak, which contribute to its rich flavor.

It’s aged for 12 years, and the wait is worth it.

You’ll find the aroma is pleasing, even intoxicating: floral with a hint of fruit, including honeydew, plus spice and hay. When you sample it for the first time, close your eyes. Can you detect notes of toffee, stone fruits like plums and even buttered toast? The finish to each sip is intense and lasting.

HIBIKI SUNTORY JAPANESE HARMONY

With a name like “Harmony,” it should come as no surprise that this whisky is blended. (The Japanese word for “harmony” is—you guessed it—“hibiki.”) Its pedigree comes from malt and grain whiskies from three different distilleries.

As its producer, Suntory, notes, it’s “blessed with the riches of Japanese nature and craftsmanship.” And it really does all work together to produce a mild, well-balanced whisky with an abundance of flavor. Take a whiff and you’ll detect rose, lychee and rosemary, along with woodsy notes of pine and sandalwood. When you take a sip, hold it for a moment—you’ll likely taste honey, cinnamon, candied orange peel and white chocolate. The finish is subtle yet tends to linger and delivers a hint of Mizunara (oak).

NIKKA TAKETSURU 12 YEAR OLD

His family owned a sake brewery but Masataka Taketsuru was more interested in whisky so, in 1918, he took off for Scotland’s University of Glasgow and became the first person of Japanese heritage to study whisky-making. No wonder he’s called “the father of Japanese whisky.”

He turned his passion into profit and eventually founded the Nikka company, which launched its first whisky in 1940. Named after its pioneering head, this full-bodied spirit is distilled in sherry casks, bourbon barrels and American oak. It gets high marks for its mild, blended malt flavor, aromatic fruitiness (plums, cherries, papaya, lemon) and well-balanced taste. A key feature of a worthy whisky is how it tastes on your palate, and the Taketsuru delivers coffee, almonds and a touch of spicy clove. The finish is lush or, as it’s been called by admirers, “fruit salad in a glass.”

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AKASHI WHITE OAK

SUNTORY WHISKY TOKI

Toki means “time” in Japanese, and that concept inspired the creation of a whisky that represents how tradition meets innovation. You’ll find that it takes no time at all to appreciate how this light-bodied blended whisky tastes. Made from selected malt and grain whiskies from three different Suntory distilleries, this clear gold spirit offers a nose treat of green apples, honey and basil with palate-pleasing flavors of green grapes, grapefruit, peppermint and thyme. The refreshing citrus notes lead to a sweet and spicy finish that teases vanilla oak, ginger and white pepper. The affordable price of this smooth, versatile whisky also goes down easy. Once you’re hooked on enjoying it as a highball, neat or on the rocks, try it as a hot toddy.

KIKORI WHISKEY

Fun fact about Kikori Whiskey: It’s made from 100 percent rice that’s grown in nutrient-rich soil in a rice paddy along a river in a volcanic area of Kumamoto in southern Japan. And get this: The rice has been cultivated for more than 2,000 years. The rice and pristine groundwater flowing over the rocks contribute to its pleasing flavor and aroma. Smooth and suave—and spelled with an “ey” because it’s aimed at connoisseurs in the United States, where “whiskey” is the preferred spelling—Kikori is aged for more than three years in oak barrels and sherry casks, which your nose knows is a good thing. You can also taste flavorful notes of cinnamon, apples, melon and almonds. The all-important finish?

Clean and bright.

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If you want a whisky you can drink every day and still pay the mortgage, this one’s for you. A light blend of Japanese and foreign-produced malt and grain whisky, this affordable Eastmeets-West spirit offers an especially fruity nose with apricots, dried fruit and a hint of honey.

It’s smooth with an inviting aroma of smoke and ash. Since it’s not full-bodied like other Japanese whiskies, it’s the bottle to pull off the bar when making a highball or other cocktails. The distillery was founded more than 100 years ago, but it was only in 1984 that the White Oak company built a new distillery dedicated to whisky—and that’s how White Oak blended whisky was born.

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Wines by the Water

The weather’s warmer, and with these wise choices the Mediterranean is but a sip away. By Josh Sens

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ith spring in the air and summer basking just around the corner, our thoughts turn to wines that are suited to the season. We find them in the vineyard-latticed hills of Sicily and Portugal, and along the sun-splashed shores of the Canary Islands, Corsica, Santorini and Sardinia. Here, across a generous swath of the Mediterranean, delicious grape varietals abound, giving rise to light, bright wines of wonderful complexity—qualities that make them ideal for warm-weather drinking.

CANARY ISLANDS

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Formed over the course of several million years, this volcanic archipelago—a property of Spain but more geographically proximate to Morocco—has ancient wine-making traditions. But only recently have its vintages gained recognition around the West. When Lindgren thinks of summer on these islands, she thinks of malvasia, a varietal with roots centuries deep.

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EVERYDAY s Bodegas los Bermejos, Malvasia Seco Lanzarote, 2016—$19 SPLURGE Ignios Origenes Baboso Negro, Ycoden-DauteIsora, 2012—$40

That’s the common theme. But every region offers something slightly different.

To help us navigate the territory, we’ve looked to Shelley Lindgren, co-owner and wine director of the A16 restaurants in San Francisco and Oakland. One of this country’s leading experts on southern Mediterranean wines, Lindgren was keen to lead us on a tasting tour, replete with personal recommendations for must-try wines at each of our six stops.

CORSICA

SANTORINI

Located 40 miles west of Italy and 80 miles southwest of France, this island is a cultural hybrid: It’s a French territory (and Napoleon’s birthplace), but many of its winemaking traditions are Italian. The three dominant varietals are Nielluccio, Sciacarello and Vermentino. “As someone with an affinity for Italian wines, I find Corsica to be a magical place,” Lindgren says. “There’s a minerally and citrus quality to the wines that I just love.”

EVERYDAY s Domaine, U. Stiliccionu, Vermentino, Ajaccio, 2016—$28 SPLURGE Domaine Comte Abbatucci, “Général de la Révolution,” Vin de France Blanc 2015—$53

On this Greek island in the southern Aegean Sea, the volcanic ash-rich soils are immune to the almost microscopic aphidlike insects known as phylloxera, so many of the vines are centuries old. Among the varietals that flourish is assyrtiko, a grape whose mineral qualities make it great for blending. Then again, Lindgren says, it’s also delicious on its own.

EVERYDAY s Gaia, Thalassitis Assyrtiko, 2016—$26 SPLURGE Hatzidakis, Assyrtiko de Louros, Vignes Centenaires, 2014—$89

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MINHO

SICILY

In the chill of winter, nothing beats a glass of port around a roaring fire. But when the days are long and sunny, Lindgren leans toward the crisp whites of vinho verde, from the mountainous province of Minho in northern Portugal.

EVERYDAY s Adega de Moncao, Vinho Verde, DOC, 2016—$23 SPLURGE Soalheiro Alvarinho “Primeiras Vinhas” Vinho Verde, 2016—$36

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You could spend a lifetime exploring the wines of Sicily and still feel you’ve only scratched the surface. Lindgren suggests starting along the volcanic slopes of Mt. Etna, where a host of younger plantings at high elevation provide the fruit for a range of subtle reds and whites.

EVERYDAY s Fattorie Romeo del Castello Allegracore Etna Rosso, 2012—$30 SPLURGE Benanti Serra della Contessa, 2004—$90

An island off the east coast of Italy, this is a starkly beautiful place known for starkly beautiful wines. Lindgren loves Sardinian vermentino, which mingles notes of minerals and stone fruits and pairs magically with a range of foods.

EVERYDAY s Jankara Vermentino di Gallura, 2016—$23 SPLURGE Capichera Vendemmia Tardiva, 2014—$62

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ROOM KEY

aiming for napa

The valley’s wines are world-class—and so, as savvy travelers are discovering, is its newest boutique hotel, the Archer. By Rita Guarna

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id you ever think doing good could be as easy as drinking a glass of wine?

The wildfires that spread through California’s Napa Valley this past fall destroying towns in several counties are now the stuff of legend: They forced some 100,000 people to evacuate their homes and burned nearly 250,000 acres; 40-plus people lost their lives, and more than 6,000 buildings were destroyed.

While many of the area’s vineyards survived unscathed, nearly two dozen were damaged or destroyed. The region’s ability to bounce back depends in part on tourists, and the message is clear: Napa Valley is open for business and not shy about letting folks know it’s counting on the roughly 4 million thirsty visitors who travel there each year.

From Highway 29, the main artery that runs through the valley’s heart, the world seems to consist of just one thing: row upon perfectly symmetrical row of waist-high grapevines. Indeed, there’s hardly a red or white wine that hasn’t been cultivated in Napa since grapes were first grown here in 1838. Yet it’s the Cabernet Sauvignon (known as “the king of reds”) that lures most imbibers, and visitors can sample countless varietals at the roughly 400 wineries. One of the region’s great moments came in 1976, when wines from Napa beat their French counterparts in a blind, side-by-side tasting, stunning the world. The competition came to be known as the Judgment of Paris, and it forever changed wine lovers’ perceptions of Napa, solidifying its reputation as a producer of some of the world’s best wines.

First, get oriented by hopping aboard the Napa Valley Wine Train. Yes, it’s touristy, but this threehour ride gives you glimpses of town centers and wineries in Napa, Yountville, Oakville, Rutherford and St. Helena through oversized windows. And the 140-seat train, which departs from downtown Napa, makes stops at various wineries. Or take off for a bird’s-eye tour of the area: A Balloons Above the Valley flight promises sunrise views with coffee and pastries followed by a champagne brunch.

There are many wonderful places to stay, but ku-

dos to the Archer Hotel, a luxury boutique hostelry located in Napa’s downtown on First Street, for opening in November so soon after the devastation in the area. It’s cool enough to take your mind off fires.

If hotels run a gamut from palaces to cozy hideaways, put this brand-new, five-story gem somewhere between, in happy medium territory. Savor the impeccable modern design along with an experience that is curated to a fare-the-well. There are 183 luxurious rooms including 40 balcony-blessed suites, some with cozy private gas fireplaces.

Rooms feature beds outfitted with down duvets and down pillows (hypoallergenic ones available) and in-room laptop-size safes. There are Frette bathrobes, Ursa Major face wipes and Malin+Goetz bath amenities. (That means eucalyptus deodorant, bar soaps of lime, rum and peppermint, and a longhandled bath brush that reaches your everywhere.)

You’ll enjoy complimentary Nespresso, Wi-Fi of course, a work desk and (when in Rome, you know) a wine refrigerator with temperature control. Opening very soon is a rooftop spa created by the famed Francis & Alexander design team, which promises to pamper you with amenities galore and a panoramic countryside view of this oenophile’s paradise.

That brings us to Charlie Palmer Steak, an eatery captained by executive chef Jeffery (yes, it’s spelled that way) Russell, a Culinary Institute of America grad who once worked at Manhattan’s Michelinstarred Aureole and more recently delighted discerning diners in D.C. and Denver. Locally sourced ingredients and artisanal American beef claim the spotlight here, though of course the menu’s Wagyu options take their inspiration from the Far East. Try the Bone-On Tomahawk for Two or the 18-ounce ribeye. (You’ve got non-beef alternatives, too, such as the Snake River Farms Pork Chop or the Pan-Roasted Black Cod. For a side, try the Charred Broccolini with lemons and almonds.)

Don’t dally overtime at the Archer, however— there’s too much exploring to do. Downtown Napa, on the banks of the Napa River, is filled with shops,

bars, restaurants and—yes, wine, at several wine bars. Start by taking a stroll and admiring the art courtesy of the Arts Council Napa Valley; every year, it curates a new set of sculptures from top artists as part of its Napa ARTwalk program. Also downtown is the historic Napa Valley Opera House, a nonprofit performing arts center that provides entertainment in an intimate setting.

Another landmark, but of a far different variety, is the Oxbow Public Market. Open daily from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., it sells everything from fresh fish and produce to kitchen gadgets and ceramic gift items.

Besides getting your fill of good eats, you can listen to live music, watch a cooking demo and—yes again, partake of wine tastings.

Fact is, there’s beer at the market, too, but you didn’t come here for beer. For the winery experience you did come for, it’s wise to do a little advance research (at napavalley.com/wineries, for example) to see which locations best match your interests.

But you might start your day at the Beringer estate.

Founded in 1876 by German expat Jacob Beringer, it’s the oldest continuously operating winery in Napa. In addition to a tasting of wines, you can poke around the Rhine House, a Victorian manse built by Jacob’s brother Frederick. Check out the stunning stained-glass windows, which in 1884 cost a thenwhopping $6,000 to install.

From the oldest, move on to the most famous: Robert Mondavi. Established in 1966, it was the first major winery to open in the valley after Prohibition, and its eponymous founder is credited with doing more to put Napa on the map than any other viticulturist. Before he came along, wine wasn’t the staple in American households that it is today.

In fact, even you—after this visit—may never think of wine in quite the same way again. “Voting with a visit” for the future of Napa is surely one of the tastiest, most warming ways you’ll ever do a publicspirited deed. Despite the fires of 2017, the wise betting says it won’t be long before Napa is better than ever. We can all raise our glasses and drink to that.

Opposite page, clockwise from left: A Balloons Above the Valley flight will ensure a bird’s-eye view of the area; the Napa Valley Wine Train offers a three-hour ride and stops at several wineries; the Archer Hotel’s rooftop is perfect for relaxing in either the sun or umbrella-provided shade; the Charlie Palmer Steak eatery offers artisan American beef and locally sourced ingredients; the Archer’s suites feature down duvets and pillows, along with Frette bathrobes and Malin+Goetz bath amenities; and Charlie Palmer’s Doughnut Wheel is the perfect ending to any meal.

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STYLE SMARTS

PACK LIKE A PRO Another trip, another bag to fill. Here are some handy hints to get what you need in your carry-on.

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There are some travel tricks that might never be solved, from getting around long security lines at the airport to avoiding baggage check-in fees.

But a trip with less stress is indeed possible, and it begins when you’re packing at home—because whether you’re away for business or pleasure, you don’t want to get stuck ironing a dress shirt in the hotel room or discovering that you need another pair of trousers.

How do you avoid those conundrums? With careful and thoughtful packing, you can fit everything you need into your suitcase without overstuffing it.

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SMART CHOICES

Start with a great bag, then think about what you’ll actually use. Are you going to meetings all day and dinners at night? What will the weather be like?

Sort out the outfits that you’ll be wearing each day, choosing pieces that can be mixed and matched in case plans (or moods) change. Another just in case: Add an extra pair of socks and underwear.

Now comes the fun: maneuvering and fitting your pieces into the bag. Shoes go first, taking their

proper place at the bottom of the bag. The heaviest items should go above the wheels, if your suitcase has them; otherwise, they should be next to the hinge that attaches the lid. And use those Ferragamo shoes to maximize space—before slipping footwear into their protective shoe bags, fill them with small things like socks, belts, ties and jewelry.

WHAT’S YOUR METHOD?

Of the three most popular clothes-packing methods—rolling, folding or bundling—none is the hands-down best option. Regardless of which you choose, each has its pros and cons.

Tightly rolled clothing is the best way to maximize your suitcase’s real estate, and it works best for items like T-shirts, shorts, pajamas and sweats as well as those made of synthetic fabrics such as nylon. But alas, rolling can create unwanted creases in some of your garments. So if you’re packing a couple of Eton dress shirts or Incotex pants, consider folding them along the creases they’re supposed to have. Folding is also the easiest and most familiar method but not necessarily the most space efficient, as it might leave

gaps between clothing stacks. That brings us to bundling—which is the strategic folding, almost origami-like, of all your garments into one package. The trick is to put pieces that wrinkle easiest on the outer layer and those you don’t mind being crumpled on the inside. For example, lay a jacket flat face down and arms extended, then place dress shirts and trousers flat on top of it. Finish the pile with sweaters, T-shirts and a core item in the middle such as a toiletry bag. Now the fun: Work backward tightly folding each item around the core until you have, ta-da, a completed bundle. If you’re a bundling rookie, you’ll likely need some time and practice before mastering this method.

STASH THE SPORTCOAT

There is a way to effectively pack a sportcoat in a carry-on. Fold the sportcoat in half, shoulder to shoulder, then turn one shoulder inside out over the other so the lining is facing outward. For a suit, place the folded jacket in the middle of the outstretched pants and fold trousers around it.

Voilà­—you’re ready to go!

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THE BULLPEN

ADVICE FROM THE

STYLE PROS

The staff at Woodbury Mens Shop is dedicated, expert and, not incidentally, a hell-of-a-nice group of folks who make shopping for menswear fun. To help you get to know the staff better, we asked them a few questions about style advice and their everyday lives. Check out their answers, then stop by the store to chat with them in person. They are all ready to serve you.

JIM FOLEY

What do you recommend for Sunday events at “The Club”?

Country clubs have become more lax with their dress codes, especially for summer weekends. You can be casual and comfortable but still look sharp. Try Mason’s cotton linen trousers with a Sunspel polo and Martin Dingman suede lace-ups.

What is your favorite accessory this spring?

I love the sneaker trend!

Whether they are slip-on or have laces, they look fresh with shorts or jeans without socks. Depending on the style and material, you could pair them with cotton trousers and a casual sportcoat.

What does “Garden Party Attire” mean on an invitation?

A garden party is held outside during the day, so show your personality with bright colors and patterns. Pair a pearl grey PT01 trouser with a floral Stenströms shirt and a linen jacket. Lighter fabrics and colors are fun and will keep you cool.

What is your favorite way to spend time outside?

I love to take a ride out east to the North Fork of Long Island.

We grab lunch to go from Love Lane Kitchen in Mattituck and continue to one of our favorite places, Old Field Vineyard in Southold. It’s nice to sit with a bottle of wine and enjoy our lunch outside overlooking the vineyard and the Peconic Bay. Any travel plans for the upcoming season?

My husband and I will visit family and friends around the country—Asheville, Seattle and Annapolis—this spring. We are also planning a more exciting trip to Vietnam, Thailand and Cambodia this summer.

What do you like to do on your days off?

I really enjoy baking different breads, cookies and pastries.

Most recently I decided to challenge myself and made soft pretzels. They came out delicious!

TIM NOLAN

What’s your favorite new style trend this season?

The vest. Everything old is new again! Vests have come back big time the past few seasons, mostly for outerwear and casual sportswear. The vested suit is also cool, especially with a complementary fabric. More recently, the cool new look is the sweater vest. You can layer it under a sportcoat or wear it with just jeans and a sport shirt.

Layering is fashion.

How can I make sure my outfit “works” if I’m mixing colors?

It’s all about getting your colors to coordinate with each other.

An easy way to make them blend is to go cooler or warmer than your primary color. For example, start with a blue sportcoat and add a shirt—cooler would be lighter blue or white; warmer would be adding a little “red” to the blue, which would be lavender or pink. One more trick: Look at a color chart and work with colors on either side of the starting color. Any color opposite is a great complementary color.

What’s the most fashionable and practical garment in your wardrobe?

If I’ve said it once, I’ll say it every season: sportcoats! Everything I need to carry is with me and on me—phone, keys, wallet and any accessories.

It’s a jacket, easy to put on and comfortable to wear. This season, you will be seeing a lot more of the soft, unconstructed sportcoats—they are almost like sweaters. Most of us wear jeans every day, and soft sportcoats or sweater jackets work well for everyday wear. I go out every night from work for dinner, and someone always tells me how nice my sportcoat looks.

MARC FENSTER

Where in Florida do you love to eat?

My favorite in Boca Raton is Pellegrino’s on Plaza Real South—the food is absolutely fabulous. In Delray, I enjoy Jimmy’s Bistro on S. Swinton Avenue. It has a great, eclectic menu with superb food.

Where do you enjoy golfing?

My favorite courses are my friends’ clubs: Glen Oaks, Old Westbury, Engineers and Pine Hollow. And I love the red course in Bethpage—it’s truly one of the best public courses.

When indulging, where do you like to have a cocktail?

I could write a novel on this, but for the local enthusiast, I enjoy Prime in Huntington for the aesthetics in the summer, Blackstone’s in Melville for the Thursday night scenery, and for social interaction, there’s One North, Bar Frites and Cippolini’s.

Any suggestions for “ageappropriate” attire?

As the elder statesman of the sales force, I strongly suggest dressing with color and style.

Age is irrelevant. Dress with the style and flair that depicts your personality.

Has formalwear changed in recent years?

Yes, quite dramatically. When an invitation reads “Black Tie,” that means “tuxedo” not “dark suit!” The host is telling you politely to get dressed up.

“Black-Tie Optional” allows you the choice of wearing a dark suit with a tie or a tuxedo. These days, many affairs are “Cocktail Attire” or “Club Dress.” This is an open invitation to wear the latest fashions.

What’s the latest “Going Out for Dinner” look?

There’s a new look for the season that is perfect: jeans or khakis with a sweater jacket, which is basically an unconstructed jacket available in summer weights and colors.

ADAM STRAUSS

How do you stand out from the crowd?

Don’t be afraid to mix and match patterns and shapes. It’s the details and finishing touches that complete any look. Make your sportcoat stand out with a bold pocket square. Layer with a knit or silk tie to finish off the look.

What are some trending styles for spring?

Casual sport shirts with stripes and microprints paired with S.M.N denim or Brax trousers are a great way to start. Roll up the shirt sleeves for a casual daytime look. Throw on a lightweight Circolo soft sportcoat for a night out on the town.

How do you style for Sunday Funday?

Looking good while feeling casual is the look. Leave the sweatsuit and athletic shoes for the gym. Instead, try wearing a pair of soft denim pants with a lightweight sweater and Gallo Di Bianco leather lace-up sneakers. Finish the look with your Sunday Funday socks from Marcoliani.

What do you do for fun?

Depending on the season, you can expect to find me biking around Huntington Village or on the hiking trails throughout Cold Spring Harbor.

What are some of your favorite places to travel?

My wife and I love to vacation— even day trips are fun. We enjoy spending the day in Long Beach when the weather’s warm or taking a quick snowboard trip to Vermont during the winter months. We also enjoy visiting friends and family in South Florida throughout the year.

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Do you have any pets?

I love dogs. I live in a community with many dogs, so I do not need to own one. It’s like having many grown puppies—I can play with them as they walk by my house and then they go home.

What is your favorite sportscar?

Growing up in the 1960s, of course, my answer is the Corvette. I’ve seen many of my clients move out of European sportscars and into a Vette.

That’s not to say that many of the foreign ones aren’t as beautiful!

What are you looking forward to this spring?

I’m looking forward to leading our made-to-measure custom department. We are updating our Signature Collection to offer great made-to-measure suits and sportcoats at an opening price of $795 for a sportcoat and $995 for a suit. If you haven’t yet tried a custom suit or sportcoat, this is a great opportunity. We have a full selection of fabrics for business or any other occasion.

What does “Executive Services” mean?

We always go the extra mile at the Woodbury Mens Shop. Busy schedule? No problem! We will meet with you wherever and whenever it’s most convenient— your home, office or our shop—by appointment.

How can a wedding be made even more special?

Formalwear is elegant, so all of the services and experience around it should be elegant as well. From enjoying a glass of scotch or wine when designing a unique tuxedo through our made-to-measure service, to our expert valet service on the day of the wedding—we will make sure every detail is attended to.

HILARY EARLY

SPRING/SUMMER 2018

What’s hot for spring?

A knit sportcoat with a natural shoulder is a comfortable piece to wear with jeans. It’s perfect for going out on the town when you want to dress up the jeans and sport shirt, but still be hip and relaxed.

What is the most challenging part of owning a men’s store?

It’s frustrating that the business side has taken me away from styling my clients. But I have been able to schedule my time better and be more flexible.

As the store’s buyer, what inspires you?

I have learned so much from the pros in the Threadwize group, a network of nine other luxury men’s stores across the country.

We share information about new showrooms, collections and brands. I take a week each season to walk the trade shows with an open mind and eyes.

There’s always something unique that I know our clients will love. The Pitti Uomo show in Florence always sets the tone for new trends, colors and silhouettes—it’s fashion at its best!

Aside from the store, what’s important in your life?

My family means everything to me. I’m so proud to have Rich on board as an “official” business partner. We’re excited to see our kids growing up and finding direction in their lives.

Our oldest daughter started at the University at Buffalo to study pre-med; our son is in his first year learning the electrical trade; and our youngest daughter has consistently hit High Honor Roll in her first year of high school.

What new collections are you carrying this season?

We have a very sophisticated Italian brand called Paul Taylor.

This cool, hip collection can only be found in the most exclusive stores across the country. We’re fast becoming the go-to store on Long Island for Vilebrequin swimwear.

MARCO DESTEFANO

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The Male Makeover

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Unhappy with the mug you saw in the mirror this morning? These treatments are so quick, they’re the epitome of a “lunch-hour procedure” — and they’ll easily help you love the way you look.

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Just how important is a nice smile? In a survey conducted

by Match.com, 71% of women said that when it comes to a potential date, the first thing they look at is his teeth. If that isn’t reason enough to polish your grill, here’s one more: It’s easy. Your dentist can provide an in-office laser treatment and lighten your teeth anywhere from six to 12 shades in just one visit, which will take about 30 minutes. You can also try an at-home whitening treatment— Crest, for one, has six options in its 3D White line, including the Luxe Professional Effects kit that promises to remove 14 years of stains. Meanwhile, Go Smile offers an alternative to strips: Its Super White Snap Packs contain capsules of whitening formula that are applied in the morning and at night before bed for seven days.

If you’re feeling extra DIY, try brushing with the contents of an activated charcoal capsule: Just as the substance absorbs impurities in your gut, it can also draw stains right off your teeth.

First, the bad news: That double chin you’re getting may be genetic, and any extra time in the gym won’t help. The good news: You can get rid of it with CoolSculpting. The procedure is modern technology’s update on liposuction, offering a non-invasive way to remove fat deposits (see ya, scars!) in a session that typically lasts from 35 to 60 minutes. So how does it work?

A precisely controlled cooling treatment actually freezes—and kills—fat cells; in the following weeks, your body will naturally process and eliminate them. You may feel mild pinching, tugging, stinging and aching during the treatment, but those sensations will decrease as the area becomes numb. Afterward, you might experience temporary redness, swelling or bruising and a sensation of fullness in the back of your throat, but those side effects should disappear in a few days. Many patients see dramatic results between one and three months after a session; some see an improvement after just a few weeks.

You may have gotten away with au natural eyebrows so far, but men in their late 20s and 30s often develop a new (and decidedly different) hair growth pattern that can result in a messy look or, worse, the dreaded uni-brow. Fortunately, there’s a solution (and it doesn’t have to do with wax, because we all remember that scene in The 40-Year-Old Virgin). Threading is an ancient Indian hair removal that uses—you guessed it—a thread to pull along hair in a twisting motion; that, in turn, traps the hair in a mini-lasso and lifts it right out. The method is ridiculously precise, and because hair is removed straight from the follicle, it won’t come back for about six weeks. Even better: The entire procedure can take as little as two minutes.

Oh, and if you’re like Andy (aka that infamous onscreen virgin) and want to rid your chest of its fur, don’t think you’ve found a new way to avoid a wax job: Threading is generally done only on the face.

Already seeing a few lines?

Consider microdermabrasion, a non-invasive, non-chemical remedy that uses a spray of microcrystals to remove the superficial layer of dead skin cells on your face and stimulate the production of new skin cells that come with higher levels of collagen and elastin (the stuff that lets skin stretch and bounce back). The results: the debut of your younger, healthier-looking face. Microdermabrasion can improve a number of other skin conditions too, including light acne scars, clogged pores and rosacea. The procedure is pretty painless and, best of all, it takes about 30 minutes and will only leave your face with a healthy pink flush afterward—so you can head back to the office with no one the wiser.

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