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A tribute to another great GentleMan of Style and Substance, Marcel Proust, who claims that his most marked characteristic is “A craving to be loved, or to be more precise, to be caressed and spoiled rather than to be admired.” Graydon Carter (thank you, sir) adopted the “Proust Questionnaire” for Vanity Fair in 1993, where it titillated readers for decades. Did you know the Proust Questionnaire was actually a parlor game in Paris in the 19th century? People would be invited to tea (sure, tea) and asked questions to answer longhand, of course, in a little red book. Proust was a guest on occasion and filled out the form; he published his answers in 1892 as “Salon Confidences written by Marcel.” His name became synonymous with the questionnaire. And the…

Heide Betz: Tell us about your background and your upbringing. Jason Gan: I am from Kelang, Malaysia, a bustling seaport town overflowing with immigrants from Fujian (Hokkien) province, China. My family speaks the Hokkien dialect, similar to Taiwanese but with a rougher edge. I was the youngest of three siblings, but by no means the favorite. We were all equal in my parents’ eyes. HB: Your early schooling? JG: My grandfather’s family emigrated to Malaysia from China; he was two years old. In Malaysia, Chinese immigrants maintained a tight-knit community, preserving their Chinese language and traditions. Growing up, I was fortunate to learn Mandarin because I attended a Chinese school. I also practiced various Chinese traditions, such as traditional lion dancing, calligraphy (I even won some prizes), and Chinese arts…

“As a designer, I believe travel is a necessity. It is an opportunity to gather ideas while being inspired by beautiful and stunning places. A recent inspirational trip to Umbria, Italy, where the landscape was full of cypresses, olive trees, lavender, and rosemary, made a huge impact on my design.” Heide Betz: Did your family influence your career or lifestyle choices? Russell Martinelli: My family supported my artistic capabilities from a very early age. My childhood began very humbly in a small northern Californian town, Red Bluff. Now, as an adult, I can appreciate the charm and beauty of the town, but at a very early age, I remember feeling that I didn’t fit in. I wanted more. I believed I was destined for larger things. HB: How did you…

Guests heard Bates, composer of The (R)Evolution of Steve Jobs, and founder of Mercury Soul, share details about his upcoming concert at Grace Cathedral on April 19 and were entertained with live music as a sneak peek of the upcoming concert. Co-hosted by Navid Armstrong and Jay Paul Company’s CIO Matt Lituchy, the event showcased spectacular views of the Bay and Pacific Ocean from 181 Fremont that were equally matched by the equally impressive performances and sparkling guests in attendance in the Penthouse. NOTABLE ATTENDEES: Mason Bates, Composer and Founder of Mercury Soul Navid Armstrong, Co-Host Matt Lituchy, Co-Host, 181 Fremont Carmen Legarda, 181 Fremont Michael Hormel Jack Calhoun Maryam Muduroglu…

Programmed by Artistic Director Tamara Rojo in her inaugural season with the company, Dos Mujeres includes the world premiere of Arielle Smith’s Carmen, a commission from the Olivier Award-winning choreographer in her North American debut, set in modern-day Cuba with a jazz-influenced score by Grammy winner Arturo O’Farrill and costumes by luxury designer Gabriela Hearst, and the North American premiere of BROKEN WINGS, Annabelle Lopez Ochoa’s vibrant and colorful exploration of Frida Kahlo’s life. CARMEN Arielle Smith’s Carmen is a visually stunning and emotionally captivating interpretation of the iconic story. Through her choreography and artistic vision, Smith offers a fresh perspective on Carmen’s character and the themes of love, passion, and freedom. It is a unique and contemporary interpretation of the classic opera Carmen by Georges Bizet. Carmen, a passionate,…

HB: As one of the most stylish gentlemen in San Francisco, did your family influence your style? RB: My parents were always very well dressed, so it was ingrained in me to dress for the occasion. My father was usually in his “Commander” uniform and my mother in an elegant dress, of course, never without a hat and gloves. HB: How did you choose your career as a real estate agent? RB: I was always intrigued by the buying and selling of homes. So, forty years ago, I decided to make it official; I went into the Real Estate business. Every transaction and every escrow is a different challenge, and that is fascinating. HB: Tell us about some high points of your life. RB: My late partner, Bruce Mininberg, was…

Joel has appeared on the Wall Street Journal/Real Trends list of the Top Agents in the United States. His listings have been prominently featured in major media outlets, including television appearances on CBS Evening News, CNBC television, BRAVO Fox Television, as well as interviews and editorials in Forbes.com, the Wall Street Journal, Mansion Global, Market Watch, SFLuxe.com, the San Francisco Chronicle, the Nob Hill Gazette, Bloomberg News, and Town & Country, Business Concept, and Luxury Trending Magazine. Heide Betz: Tell us about yourself and your upbringing. Joel Goodrich: I grew up across from San Francisco in the East Bay Hills. When I was 10 years old, my family (my father was with Bechtel Corporation) moved to Paris for 3 years, which was an extraordinary and life-changing experience for me. HB:…

Heide Betz: Tell us about your background and your upbringing. Gioi Tran: I was born and raised in Vietnam. What I remember most about my childhood is watching American movies and TV shows, which influenced my wanting to be in this country, a different culture but one I admired. Actually, I wanted to be a cowboy, just like in the Westerns on TV. I was nine years old when my family and I migrated to America. Five years later, we moved to Egypt, where we spent two years before returning to the US. Having spent this time in Egypt instilled a desire in me to travel and learn about new and different cultures. HB: You went from Los Angeles to San Francisco. Tell us about your studies. GT: My first…

Heide Betz: Tell us about yourself; your upbringing. Antonio Contreras: I grew up in cosmopolitan Mexico City and went to art school La Esmeralda, where Frida Kahlo used to teach arts in the 1940s. I was surrounded by art and interesting people, and I watched lots of movies from the Golden Age of Mexican Cinema. I think this helped me develop an incredible love for larger-than-life Maria Felix, who served as a muse to many, such as Diego Rivera, Leonor Finni, Salvador Dalí, and Jean-Paul Sartre, before the words representation and inclusivity were part of the conversation in the film industry. Felix had declined offers for roles in Hollywood to play stereotypical indigenous women. Imagine that in the 1940s! Maria was exuberant; she had Cartier design the famous diamond snake…

Paul is passionate about addressing the inequities in the art world and challenging the artificial limitations that diminish work being shown for female artists and artists of color. Museums, galleries, and collectors find his insights regarding the art world credible, and he has been invited to speak at art fairs and arts organizations worldwide. HB: Did your family influence you in your career or lifestyle choices? PH: Absolutely! I’m a 4th generation San Franciscan, and my family has a long history of community service and advocacy in the city. My grandmother worked as a civil rights investigator for the federal government, and my mother served as a public defender right here. Those experiences shaped how I saw the city and served as motivation for my career and presence in the…

THE TAILORING CAPSULE COLLECTION The quintessence of the art of couture, tailoring has been central to the virtuoso skills of the ate-liers since the house was founded. Celebrating this unique heritage, kim jones deconstructs its formal aesthetic in an exclusive capsule, bringing together iconic dior fundamentals with an irresistibly contemporary creative vision. Paired in subtle mix and match combinations, the jackets and pants – available in emblematic shades ranging from gray to light blue, black and beige – are designed to accompany men in their daily lives. Casual and sophisticated, cargos are revisited, while chinos and bermudas are punctuated with tone-on-tone “dior” patches. Powerful yet classic, these looks are in constant evolution: half-kilts and vests reappear, and structure becomes decoration, with new inspirations on the “cd”buckle. Redefining the principal lines…