An expertly curated, luxuriously produced compendium of all things Palm Beach, Palm Beach Illustrated brings to life personalities and takes you inside the exclusive homes, parties and interests of the world’s most affluent and influential people.
If you’re a regular reader of Palm Beach Illustrated, then you are no doubt a fan of the wide-ranging content, excellent writing, and forward-leaning design found inside these pages. Delivering an engaging read each issue is a labor of love for every member of our staff and contributors. Eleven times a year (it’s just too hot to do anything in August), this creative team brings out the best in themselves and all the Palm Beaches have to offer. But, in our spare time, Palm Beach Media Group also is one of the busiest publishers of custom-content magazines in the nation. If you have stayed at The Breakers, you may have paged through Traditions; we publish the guest magazine of this iconic Palm Beach hotel. Enjoyed a match at the International…
Every November brings a wave of anticipation for the season ahead. Most of our seasonal residents are here by now (in case you couldn’t tell by the traffic), ready for all the exciting events on the social calendar. This winter promises to be very exciting indeed. If you have any doubt, take a look at the Palm Beach Charity Register, delivered to our subscribers with the November issue and available on select newsstands around town. This socalled “social bible” is packed with must-attend events, from white-tie galas to fundraising walks and everything in-between. This year’s roster of 168 events is the most robust ever, a good indication of the strength of Palm Beach County’s philanthropic community. Beyond the charitable events and social engagements of the season, there is another world…
SHAKEN & STIRRED Discover the science behind cocktails when the South Florida Science Center and Aquarium hosts the third annual MolecuBar November 3. Learn more about this molecular mixology event at palmbeachillustrated.com/molecubar. recipe Autumn’s up For those living in the subtropics, the change of season is marked by a shift in flavors. With both cooler weather and Thanksgiving on the way, now is a great time to brew a batch of celebratory cocktails. Try this classic recipe for sweet, spiced mulled wine, perfect for autumn parties. Ingredients (serves 5) 1 bottle of dry, fruity red wine (Merlot recommended) 1/4 cup brandy 1/3 cup honey or sugar 2 star anises 8 whole cloves 8 allspice berries 8-10 pomegranate seeds, crushed 1 orange, zested, juiced, and sliced into rounds 5 additional orange…
RUNWAY STRUT WHO: LOGGERHEAD MARINELIFE CENTER WHAT: #LMCFASHBASH WHERE: THE GARDENS MALL, PALM BEACH GARDENS HIGHLIGHTS: LOCAL LUMINARIES DRESSED TO THE NINES, COMPLIMENTS OF MALL MERCHANTS, AND STRUTTED THEIR STUFF IN THIS FUN RUNWAY SHOW TO BENEFIT LOGGERHEAD’S SEA TURTLE CONSERVATION PROGRAMS. SOUTHERN ACCENT WHO: CHEF LINDSAY AUTRY AND TITOU HOSPITALITY WHAT: GRAND OPENING OF THE REGIONAL WHERE: CITY PLACE, WEST PALM BEACH HIGHLIGHTS: THE MUCH-ANTICIPATED OPENING OF THIS NEW RESTAURANT HIGHLIGHTED CHEF AUTRY’S SOUTHERN CUISINE AND COMMITMENT TO SUSTAINABILITY.…
FASHION FEET If you’ve lived in Palm Beach long enough—since the 1970s, to be precise—then you’ve probably spotted the Rare Bird of Fashion, aka Iris Apfel, in her natural habitat. A sartorial icon famous for her large eyewear, Apfel recently collaborated with the undergarment company Happy Socks as part of its Local Hero project, which seeks to spread happiness by working with creative individuals around the world. Happy Socks tapped Apfel to craft a collection of socks and men’s underwear that captures her vibrant personality. Here, Apfel chats with PBI about the collaboration and her own sense of style. (happysocks.com) PBI: What is your top tip for coordinating your Happy Socks with an outfit? Apfel: I don’t know that you have to coordinate because the thing I like about socks…
By day, Angela Cruz shares the beauty of Palm Beach County with visitors as the manager of public relations and communications for Discover The Palm Beaches. But, in her downtime, Cruz celebrates a different type of glamour on her YouTube channel Beauty News with Angela Cruz. A former TV reporter covering hard news, she started her video blog in early 2014 and now reports on makeup trends and products. “I love that I can let my hair down, so to speak, to talk about the things I want to talk about,” Cruz says. This summer, she gained national attention when she won the Today Show’s Social Star Beauty Vlogger contest and, as a prize, received mentorship to grow her channel. Here, Cruz dishes on looks and products to try this…
