Innholdsfortegnelse for December 2017 i Palm Beach Illustrated

Though snow flurries aren’t falling outside and chestnuts aren’t roasting on an open fire, there is magic in the air in Palm Beach. It’s heard in the clinking of crystal as we celebrate our gratitude for friends, family, and good fortune, and felt in the warmth of the true spirit of giving. In this most social and philanthropic of communities, the holiday season is about sharing and counting blessings. This month is the perfect time to engage in festive activities, such as taking the children to see The Nutcracker (Ballet Palm Beach performs a charming version December 1-3 at the Kravis) or to the annual Christmas carol sing-along at Bethesda by the Sea. But it’s also a wonderful opportunity to give back—and to teach the next generation the joys of…

NANUKU Pacific Harbour, Fiji While Fiji’s far-flung private islands typically steal the limelight, Viti Levu, the largest of the nation’s 333 islands, is making waves thanks to the opening of Nanuku, a property of Auberge Resorts pedigree on its sparkling southern shores. Unlike Fiji’s romance-imbued, slow-paced retreats, Nanuku attracts a more active and curious traveler, catering to those eager to immerse in cultural and natural wonders. To be sure, the resort’s lounger-lined beachfront, swimming pool, and dreamy, private, offshore island—not to mention the fabulous spa, an Auberge Resorts hallmark—are always available for perfecting the art of doing nothing. However, the extensive daily programming at Nanuku sets it apart from its South Pacific peers. Complimentary activities like cooking classes, tribal dance sessions, kava ceremonies, and coconut-husking lessons, often surpass a more…

Early on, most bartenders and sommeliers learn the mantra, “All Cognac is brandy, but not all brandy is Cognac.” The distinction is an important one: Brandy is produced in many countries around the world, but Cognac comes only from the town and region of the same name in southwestern France, north of Bordeaux. The spirit is made from grapes. On their own, those varieties (Ugni Blanc, Folle Blanche, and Colombard) produce uninspired wine, but they soar in quality when distilled twice in a copper pot still and aged in French oak barrels Barrel aging is one of the keys to Cognac. Two years is the minimum for VS (Very Special), four years for VSOP (Very Superior Old Pale). As of next April, Napoléon will be required to spend six years…

President Trump’s election victory coincided with record stock market returns—the so-called “Trump bump”—that sent euphoric investors into a frenzy of equity buying. Although the Federal Reserve has signaled confidence in the economy with gradual interest rate hikes, there’s plenty of healthy uncertainty among experts about whether the United States can sustain its growth. WHAT’S AN INVESTOR TO DO? In the wake of the election, certain sectors of the stock market, particularly financial and transportation companies, responded well to the president’s promises, but many of his initiatives have yet to gain congressional approval, says Leo Chen, Ph.D., a professor at the Muma College of Business at the University of South Florida. “There are too many ‘ifs’ for investors right now,” he adds. “Everyone wants to know what to do if the…

TABLE OF CONTENTS Patent leather bustier ($2,990), nylon tulle skirt ($2,990), Ralph Lauren Collection, Ralph Lauren, Worth Avenue, Palm Beach, The Gardens Mall, Palm Beach Gardens; red suede flats ($550), Jimmy Choo, Worth Avenue, Palm Beach, The Gardens Mall, Palm Beach Gardens; blue Bohémienne ring in metal with antique gold finish, red lacquer, white and turquoise resin pearl ($340), Dio(r)evolution cuff bracelet ($440), Dior, Design District, Miami; bracelet ($1,675), Chanel, Worth Avenue, Palm Beach, The Gardens Mall, Palm Beach Gardens; round-and-pear-shaped diamond ring (price upon request), multi-shape diamond Strand earrings (price upon request), Graff, Worth Avenue, Palm Beach. PAGE 76 Liquid Mikado evening dress ($4,490), Ralph Lauren Collection, Ralph Lauren, Worth Avenue, Palm Beach, The Gardens Mall, Palm Beach Gardens; tiered necklace ($1,825), Chanel, Worth Avenue, Palm Beach, The Gardens…

ON WITH THE SHOW (HOUSE) WHO: BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF PALM BEACH COUNTY WHAT: KIPS BAY PALM BEACH SHOW HOUSE WHERE: MEDITERRANEAN- REVIVAL HOME IN EL CID HIGHLIGHTS: THE FIRST “SATELLITE” OF NEW YORK’S POPULAR SHOW HOUSE BENEFITING THE KIPS BAY BOYS & GIRLS CLUB LAUNCHED IN WEST PALM BEACH, BRINGING TOGETHER TOP DESIGN TALENT. CHEFS FOR THE KEYS WHO: SOUTH FLORIDA CHEFS WHAT: CHEFS FOR THE KEYS POP-UP BENEFIT WHERE: RIVIERA BEACH CRA MARINA VILLAGE EVENT CENTER HIGHLIGHTS: MORE THAN 300 GUESTS CAME TOGETHER TO TASTE DELIGHTS FROM 20 AREA CHEFS AND ENJOY LIVE ENTERTAINMENT. THE EVENT RAISED $50,000 FOR HURRICANE IRMA RELIEF FOR HOSPITALITY WORKERS IN THE FLORIDA KEYS.…

It’s one thing to wear your heart on your sleeve, but it’s another to wear it on your wrist. For its 2018 resort collection, Va lentino Garavani juxtaposes childlike innocence and rebellious glamour for the rock star-worthy heart minaudière ($2,675). Wrapped in leather and studs, it proves the best things really do come in small packages. Keep reading for more festive fashion. GOLDEN GODDESS Style notes taken from antiquity give a new nod to holiday glamour Style Notes GILDED AGE: Mix gold accents with pops of black for an updated take on the trend WRAP AROUND: Try an armband or lace-up gladiator shoes for an evening look SHINE BRIGHT: Play with textures like burnished metal and lustrous snakeskin…

SHOT BY PBI ON LOCATION AT BLOWING ROCKS, JUPITER ISLAND Dior silk crepe dress, suede and feather flats, earrings; Chanel necklace. Ralph Lauren Collection liquid evening dress; Chanel necklace; Dior earrings, ring, bracelet. For buying information, turn to page 173. Fashion Editor: Katherine Lande For buying information, turn to page 173. For buying information, turn to page 173. For buying information, turn to page 173.…

FESTIVE FRAGRANCES An elegant scent, thoughtfully selected with her in mind, is a joy to unwrap. Our recommendations for perfect gifting: Hope ($115 for 1.7 oz., hopefragrancesint.com) by Palm Beacher Audrey Gruss, for the eternal optimist; the new Miss Dior ($94 for 1.7 oz., Sephora), for the sensualist; Jo Malone’s Green Almond and Redcurrant ($140 for 3.4 oz., Saks Fifth Avenue), for the young at heart; Jason Wu ($145 for 3 oz., Saks Fifth Avenue), for the sartorialist; and Missive 15 ($150 for 1.7 oz., Neiman Marcus) by Maria Christophilis, for the incurable romantic.…

Woodford Frost In an age when calories were counted less frequently, the Alexander was a staple of cocktail culture. Consisting of equal parts crème de cacao, cream, and some form of alcohol, it was simple enough that anyone could make it. The most popular version was the Brandy Alexander, most appropriately sipped by ladies in mink coats as they gazed out on a snow-covered landscape. A variation of the drink, the Woodford Frost, is experiencing a revival at 50 Ocean, a waterfront eatery with more sand than snow on its horizon. General manager Mark DeAtley substitutes Woodford Reserve for the brandy, and uses peppermint schnapps and Godiva white chocolate liqueur in place of the crème de cacao. “The bourbon and mint work very well together,” he says. “The schnapps adds…

Piper Gonzalez of Piper Gonzalez Designs was tasked with putting a modern spin on a traditional Palm Beach Gardens dining room. The catch? She had to incorporate some existing items, including a large table and a dark rug. With a few smart decorating tricks, she was able to significantly alter the room for the better. “I used tall panels of natural grass cloth, clean lines in the drapery, and elongated lighting fixtures with metallic leafing to draw the eye up and lighten the space,” she explains. The sconces and chandelier are oneof- kind pieces made by Louise Gaskill from vintage Murano glass, while the host and hostess seats pair two Robert Allen fabrics in colors mimicked in the side chairs. “The result is an updated room I feel is elegant,…

1. SUN WORSHIPER Soleil de Gaïa ring with diamonds, yellow sapphires, freshwater cultured pearls, and white and coral lacquer set in 18-karat gold, $18,000. Lalique, Bal Harbour (305-537-5150, lalique.com) 2. TOTALLY TIE DYE Graziela Gems Paraiba Obsession ring with a Paraiba tourmaline slide and diamonds set in 18-karat white gold, $10,980. Neiman Marcus, Boca Raton (561-417-5151, neimanmarcus.com) 3. GREEN LIGHT Roberto Coin Sauvage Privé cocktail ring with malachite and diamonds set in 18-karat rose gold, $4,500. Saks Fifth Avenue, Palm Beach Gardens (561-694- 9009, saksfifthavenue.com) 4. BLUE CHRISTMAS Gurhan one-of-a-kind ring with tanzanite and diamond pavé set in 22-karat gold, $5,250. Saks Fifth Avenue, Palm Beach (561-833-2551, saksfifthavenue.com) 5. BUTTON FLY Bouton d’or ring with diamonds, chrysoprase, and onyx set in 18-karat gold, $20,700. Van Cleef & Arpels, Palm Beach…

A home should tell a story—of where you’ve been and where you’re going, who you are and whom you hold most dear. Gene and Christine Pressman’s West Palm Beach condominium illuminates a life well-curated, both in terms of belongings and experiences. At no time is that history more prevalent than when this chic couple invites friends over to celebrate the holidays. The Pressmans’ fashionable legacy began in 1923, when Gene’s grandfather founded Barneys New York, a discount clothing store on Seventh Avenue that would eventually morph into a mecca for all things luxe and earn the sobriquet “the coolest store in the world.” Gene joined the family business in the 1970s, honing his own tastes while working as creative director and, later, co-CEO. “I translated what I learned during my…

BOWLED OVER The raw-wood finish and unique grain variations of the handcrafted Tamarine bowl ($260) by Uttermost means each creation is a one-of-a-kind work of art. Clive Daniel Home, Boca Raton (561-440-4663, clivedaniel.com)…

As the Western world looks to the East, ancient therapies like crystal healing are gaining mainstream appeal. These stones, believed to emit energetic vibrations, are popping up in moisturizers and makeup, and even The Spa at The Breakers features a massage bed filled with warm quartz sand. But can the presence of amethyst really encourage restful sleep? Can citrine inspire self-confidence and joy? Does rose quartz actually amplify feelings of unconditional love? “I see crystals as a tool for awakening consciousness and mindfulness,” says Margaret Ann Lembo, author of The Essential Guide to Crystals, Minerals, and Stones (Llewellyn Publications, $25) and owner of The Crystal Garden, where visitors can find pocket-size stones and museum-quality statement pieces. She explains that when placed on a desk or bedside table with an associated…

Aesthetician and skin care savant Tammy Fender knows amazing things can be made in the kitchen. In the early 1990s, she began making organic dermal formulations at home, using plants, herbs, and ancient medicinal principles. She also studied chemistry, botany, and healing therapies before opening her eponymous West Palm Beach wellness spa, Tammy Fender Holistic Skin Care, in 2003. Her award-winning organic products and services have attracted local clients and Hollywood royalty like Anjelica Huston and Julianne Moore. Today, when she’s not playing tennis or meditating, she enjoys spending time at the Village of Golf home she shares with her husband, children, and dog, Luna. —Kerry Shorr FAVORITE FASHION DESIGNER Figue’s Stephanie von Watzdorf. I love bohemian clothing with a romantic, vintage look. SARTORIAL MUST Anything white. I adore classic…