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A WORLD WELL LIVED


Charlotte Casiraghi, Beyond the Image
La Fêlure by Charlotte Casiraghi Chanel ambassador, accomplished horsewoman, and member of Monaco's intellectual scene, the daughter of Caroline of Monaco and granddaughter of Grace Kelly is also a lover of philosophy. In her first solo book, based on a short story by Francis Scott Fitzgerald, she explores the boundaries and rough edges of the crack. "I have often been reduced to an image on glossy paper, to a life of dreams and privileges. It can be summed up in a few photos


SANDRA TAYLOR
On Mastery, Memory, and the Discipline of Taste Roar—low, constant, building. Seventy thousand people moving in unison, the energy rising and collapsing in waves. But behind a private suite door, something quieter—and far more deliberate—takes hold. A cork is eased from a bottle. Glasses are poured. A conversation begins—not about the score, but about origin, structure, time. This is not how anyone expects to experience an NFL stadium. And yet, this is exactly where Sandra


Simon Porte Jacquemus
Have you ever dreamt being young and sunburned in the South of France—falling head over heels in love with someone impossibly beautiful, running with new friends along the Côte d’Azur, through lavender fields, and ending the day with lemon ice cream… or perhaps a bubbly glass of champagne? That is what Jacquemus transmits - especially during the Summer… image COURTESY OF David Luraschi AND JACQUEMUS FT LA BOMBA There is something enchanting about the rolling lavender fields


India Hicks
Photography by Sophia Taylor On Warmth, Reinvention, and the Art of Living Fully What makes certain people iconic is rarely perfection. It is coherence. A life that, despite its contradictions, somehow feels entirely inhabited. That may be why India Hicks remains so compelling. During my conversation with India what became immediately striking was not the mythology surrounding her — the royal lineage, the famous surname, the island life so often projected onto her, but how


Stamped in Style: Ralph Lauren Curates a Seminal Piece of Americana for the Nation’s 250th Anniversary
For nearly six decades, Ralph Lauren has not merely designed clothing; he has meticulously authored the visual lexicon of American style. From the rugged romance of the Mountain West to the crisp, unstudied elegance of coastal lighthouses and manicured polo fields, the brand has always operated as a cinematic celebration of national identity. Now, ahead of the United States’ historic 250th anniversary, Mr. Lauren’s enduring love letter to America is taking on its most literal


Jean Shafiroff and Antonella Bertello of The Baker House 1650 Celebrate Summer Social Hour
Jean Shafiroff, Antonella Bertello (Photo Credit: BFA / David Benthal) Jean Shafiroff and Antonella Bertello, owner of The Baker House 1650, welcomed guests to a Memorial Day weekend Social Summer Hour Soiree at the historic East Hampton inn. Held at The Baker House 1650, 181 Main Street, the gathering marked the unofficial start of the Hamptons summer season with cocktails, conversation and a relaxed garden-party spirit.The afternoon brought together friends, supporters and


NYC Second Chance RescueHonored Ralph Macchio, Rob and Marisol Thomas,and Dr. Tom Walker at 6th Annual Rescue Ball
Rob Thomas, Lisa Blanco, Jennifer Brooks, Ralph Macchio, Georgina Bloomberg, Marisol Thomas, Lisa Rose, Kate McEntee (Image Credit: BFA / Kevin Czopek) NYC Second Chance Rescue hosted its 6th Annual Rescue Ball at The Lighthouse, Chelsea Piers in New York City. The organization’s signature fundraising gala brought together animal advocates, philanthropists, and supporters for an evening dedicated to helping save the lives of dogs and cats in need. This year’s Rescue Ball hono


Cannes: The Convergence of Cinema and Style
Every May, a small crescent of the French Riviera transforms into the undisputed center of the cultural universe. To call the Festival de Cannes a mere "film festival" is like calling a vintage Bordeaux "just fermented juice." It is an alchemy of high art and high fashion—a ten-day fever dream where the cinematic stakes are as high as the six-inch stilettos navigating the cobblestones of the Croisette. Here, the convergence of cinema and style isn’t just an aesthetic choice;


Design with Purpose: Inside the 2026 Lenox Hill Spring Gala
Image by Annie Watt Agency The 2026 Lenox Hill Spring Gala proved once again that high-end design is at its best when fueled by a philanthropic spirit. As a media sponsor, we were captivated by the sheer scale of imagination on display, where the city’s top visionary designers turned the ballroom into a sprawling gallery of immersive tablescapes. Each setting told a unique story through avant-garde florals and bespoke textures, creating a vibrant atmosphere that celebrated bo


JOAN LUNDEN ON REINVENTION, RESILIENCE, AND LIVING BEYOND THE SCRIPT
For decades, America was greeted each morning by Joan Lunden, a pioneering journalist whose warmth and intelligence helped redefine broadcast television. Her new memoir, Joan: Life Beyond the Script, reveals a story far richer than what many think they know from her decades as a public person. In this candid conversation, Lunden reflects on reinvention, health advocacy, caregiving, and the courage to evolve at every stage of life. Lunden says the decision to write the memoir


RICHARD GRIECO: THE ART OF A LIFE IN MOTION
On fame, freedom, and the quiet discipline of creating work that serves something larger than the self. Richard Grieco speaks with a calm, deliberate steadiness that feels earned rather than cultivated. Widely recognized for his breakout role as Detective Dennis Booker on 21 Jump Street —a performance that propelled him into the cultural spotlight and made him one of the most visible young actors of the late 1980s—Grieco rose quickly during an era when television stars became


Inès de la Fressange: Style Is a State of Mind
On instinct, independence, and why wandering remains the ultimate luxury. There are women whose presence transcends fashion, whose style feels less constructed than instinctive. Inès de la Fressange is one of them. Muse to Chanel, creator of her own namesake brand, inspiring businesswoman, author, and living symbol of the Parisian woman myth, she embodies a form of elegance that is simple, discreet, and timeless. Today, as she marks the tenth anniversary of her Paris boutiq


The Great Handbag Affair
Palm Beach’s most glamorous act of generosity Palm Beach has long understood that elegance and empathy are not opposing ideas. Few traditions reflect that balance as gracefully as the Old Bags Luncheon, a winter ritual that transforms designer handbags into meaningful support for local families and reminds us that generosity, when done with intention, can be both joyful and impactful. Founded in 1999 by a small group of Palm Beach women supporting the Center for Family Ser


Center for Family Services’ “Havana Nights” Brings Cuban Heat and Community Spirit to Palm Beach
Center for Family Services Palm Beach County Board (Left to Right) Theodora Pace, CEO Todd L’Herrou, Board Chair Karen Swanson, Barbara Pendrill, Carol Messmore, Jose Cano, Gary Walk | Photo Credit: Capehart Photography Elegant Palm House benefit supports mental-health and family-empowerment programs across Palm Beach County Center for Family Services of Palm Beach County transported guests to the vibrant streets of Havana at its sold-out “ Havana Nights ” fundraising event


The Body as Canvas: Inside the 2026 Met Gala and "Costume Art"
The 2026 Met Gala explored “Costume Art,” positioning fashion as fine art and the body as canvas—where couture, culture, and identity intersected on one of fashion’s most iconic stages.


Old Bags Luncheon® Launches Season Fundraising Campaign with 2026 Luncheon Committee
OBL Committee The 27th Annual Old Bags Luncheon® launched with a luncheon for the event Committee held by the organization at Renato’s in Palm Beach to benefit the Center for Family Services of Palm Beach County . Notable Attendees at the Committee luncheon included: 2026 Chairs Lora Drasner and Marzia Precoda , as well as Kristen Baran, Nancy Bush, Valerie Cooper, Beth Fishel, Robin Fleming, Nancy Haviland, Michelle Russell Johnson, Nikki Kahn, Sally Kimball, Ruchi Kotahwa


70th Viennese Opera Ball Kickoff and Pre-Holiday Celebration Hosted by Jean Shafiroff
Rebecca Seawright, Jean Shafiroff, Silvia Freiser | Photo Credits: BFA / Kevin Czopek Philanthropist, TV host, author and longtime supporter and chairwoman of the Viennese Opera Ball Jean Shafiroff hosted and underwrote a reception with over 100 guests at her New York residence to officially kick off the 70th Annual Viennese Opera Ball , one of New York’s oldest and most prestigious white-tie galas celebrating Austrian culture, diplomacy, and the enduring friendship betwee


Jean Shafiroff Hosts Holiday Reception Benefiting The New York Women’s Foundation(NYWF)
Ana Oliveira, Rebecca Seawright, Jean Shafiroff, Mary Baglivo | Photo Credits: PMC / Paul Bruinooge Jean Shafiroff, philanthropist, TV host, author and longtime board member and supporter of The New York Women’s Foundation (NYWF) hosted and underwrote an elegant 75 guest holiday reception at her New York residence in celebration of The New York Women's Foundation’s mission to advance gender, economic, and racial equity across the city. The gathering, held in the festive spiri


The Devil Wears Prada 2: Fashion’s Most Iconic Frenemies Return — And Yes, We’re All Already Quoting It
Image: The Devil Wears Prada 2 trailer For nearly twenty years, The Devil Wears Prada has lived rent-free in our cultural consciousness — not merely as a blockbuster film, but as a piece of fashion folklore. Released in 2006 and adapted from Lauren Weisberger’s bestselling novel, the movie didn’t just rake in over $326 million worldwide; it recalibrated the image of the modern working woman, gave us a rolodex of unforgettably sharp one-liners, and pulled back the velvet cur


Your Next Great Escape
This season’s collection is packed with discoveries waiting for you—thrilling suspense, rich history, and inspiring journeys of self-discovery. These handpicked reads will sweep you into gripping stories, spark reflection on the past, and offer fresh ways to thrive in today’s unpredict- able world. Get ready to curl up with books that captivate, challenge, and inspire all season long. Here’s what they’re reading at Andaz Miami Beach by Hyatt, FL ... IT HAPPENED ON THE LAKE BY
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