Mitchells M Lifestyle Fall 2013

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AN DR E W LAU R E NAN DR E W LAU R E N

F I L M M A K E RF I L M M A K E R



Each day, exciting new arrivals have been coming in for the second season of our “stores-within-a-store” at Mitchells and Richards! We’ve been having a great time, hosting events inside and out on our awesome patio in Westport. Join us for “SWS Week,” the week of September 9th, which we are hosting for Fashion Week. We will be streaming live fashion shows from New York into SWS!

Is it true, the age-old saying that “clothes make the man” (or woman)?

Perhaps not entirely... but in our humble opinion, they help a lot! Just as a picture is worth a thousand words, the style and quality of your clothing speaks volumes about you...

Your clothing and accessory choices and how you put them together speak of your personality, your level of sophistication and how you want the world to see you. Your clothing infl uences the jobs you attain, the friends you attract and most importantly, aff ects how you feel about yourself.

This season, we bring you magnifi cent new creations from the world’s top fashion houses. We look forward to helping you express yourself with inimitable style!

With hugs,


RALPH LAURENBlack Label


FEATURES4 Welcome Letter29 Embracing the Social Media Revolution32 Q&A: Greg Kwiat of Fred Leighton44 Guide to St. Barths47 Class of 2013 Yearbook62 Q&A: Nancy Gonzalez64 History Lesson: A Tale of Three Stores84 Milk as Sublime as Manolos86 Q&A: Todd Reed

FASHION34 Log House of Style 65 Store-Within-A-Store 77 The Report: Jewelry Trends 82 4 Must-Watch Fashion Documentaries89 Friends & Trends 96 Outerwear Then… And Now! 104 6 Must-Haves for the Man on the Move112 There’s Nothing Basic About It

DEPARTMENTS 8 Happenings 30 Trunk Shows & Events58 Man of Style: All About Al 110 Travel: African Adventure124 At Your Service

EDITOR-IN-CHIEF

Karen Alberg Grossman

DESIGN DIRECTOR

Hans Gschliesser

MANAGING EDITOR

Jillian LaRochelle

PROJECT MANAGER

Lisa Montemorra

DESIGNERS

Jean-Nicole Venditti

CONCEPT /CREATIVE DIRECTOR

Andrew Mitchell-Namdar

MERCHANDISING DIRECTOR

Bob Mitchell

DIRECTOR OF PRODUCTION

Peg Eadie

DIRECTOR OF PREPRESS

John Frascone

CREATIVE DIRECTION

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MITCHELLS/RICHARDS/MARSHS

ART DIRECTION & COPY

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Britton Jones

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Mac Brighton

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HAPPENINGS LUNCHEONS & FASHION SHOWS & CHARITY EVENTS & MORE!

This past March, 3-day Grand Opening events were attended by clients who took advantage of multiple activities, such as a complimentary makeover performed by Blowdry Southport experts, Dreamspa massages, as well as lip-print and psychic readings.

Towers of colorful macarons designed by Marcia Selden Catering and glasses of chilled Prosecco were served as guests shopped the modern space.

Keys mailed to guests gave each a chance to try their luck opening our special Lock Box full of great fashion giveaways, including gift certifi cates from Richards and Mitchells and items donated by our designers and local salons.

MODERN SPACES:STORES-WITHIN-A-STOREOur new Stores-Within-A-Store in both Mitchells and Richards bring together today’s hottest and up-and-coming designers, presenting them in a unique, modern and creative space that inspires customers to mix and match designers to defi ne their own styles.

FC LAUNCH PARTY: A Mitchells evening event launched the new local fashion, food, home and beauty website FairfieldCountess.com. Their subscribers, followers, friends and family enjoyed a fun, fashionable evening with signature cocktails, apps and of course, the Countesses themselves Erin Hermann, Sarah Kleinman and Heather Dermont. If you have not yet subscribed to this must-have site, go to FairfieldCountess.com and do so today!

Lip-print readings and makeovers were popular stops; Store-Within-A-Store fashions; guests tested their luck by fitting keys into the surprise box.

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It was as if we had all transported ourselves to the Land of Enlightenment for a night, as everyone turned out in their fi nest for our annual Near & Far Aid Gala with a Bollywood theme!

India: the colors brilliant, the exotic dishes a feast for the senses. Of course, we could not resist a full-blown fashion extravaganza complete with sari-wrapped models on the runway, moving to the sounds of India. The evening was topped off with our live auction emceed by TV personality Dave Price and Fox Business Network’s Liz Claman. The guests were charmed by a black lab puppy that sent the bidding to new heights. Special guest Tony Dovolani, Dancing with the Stars champion, brought along his mirrored trophy and contributed live auction tickets to the grand fi nale of one of the most-loved shows on television. Our after-party access tent was dressed like a modern kasbah club thanks to the talents and looks from our generous partner, Lillian August. It was the perfect climax to this bold and enchanting evening.

NEAR & FAR...BOLLYWOOD STYLE!

2013 tri-chairs Jennifer Lau, Lollie Mathews and Sandra Fleming

Models wrapped in saris; a taste of India; beautiful backdrop for the chic after-party tent provided by Lillian August, local home furnishings leader


Auction hosts Dave Price and Liz Claman; a newfound love; models and committee members present spring fashion; Kim Meir with DWTS champion Tony Dovolani; young guests pose before the Giving Tree; Moffly Media trio Amy Viscio, Diane Sembrot and Gabriella Mays dressed for the occasion!

GIVING TREE

SAVE THE DATE

Near & Far 2014 GalaFeb 28th!



A WALK FOR HOPEEven the rain didn’t stop Richards’ Shoe Department from walking with participants and survivors at the 8th annual Breast Cancer Alliance Walk in Greenwich this May. Thanks to all those who came out in support.

Richards’ Annual Breast Cancer Alliance Fashion Show and Luncheon will be held at the Hyatt Regency Greenwich on November 7, 2013.

Manolo Blahnik has designed two Breast Cancer Alliance-inspired shoes, a suede pump complete with a dedication to the BCA 2013 on the sole, and an embellished stiletto. They will be sold exclusively at Richards in Greenwich, but quantities are limited. Come to Richards today to pre-order and reserve your size.

You will be sure to notice a sea of pink at the event, as most guests wear something pink—so this time be sure to look at their feet too! Kick up your heels and step out for pink!

SAVE THE DATE: NOV 7TH

BCA FASHION SHOW

9TH ANNUAL JUNIOR BCA FASHION SHOWTeens turn to fashion to raise funds for the non-profi t Junior Breast Cancer Alliance with their annual Breakfast Fashion Show and Silent Auction at Richards in Greenwich. Models were treated to hair and makeup compliments of Christopher Noland. This is the Junior committee’s top fundraiser, which benefi ts and supports breast cancer research, fellow-ships and promotes breast health through education. A special thanks to our own Debbi O’Shea for her commentative presentation.

High school student models are involved with BCA clubs in their schools, including Greenwich Academy, Stanwich, Brunswick and King Lowe Heywood Thomas.

Junior BCA chairs Julia Dunn, Dee Mayberry and Paige Montinero with board member

Andrew Mitchell-Namdar

$80,000 was raised despite the rain; orange hats and pink balloons; BCA

turns Greenwich Avenue pink

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A NIGHT TO REMEMBERAT YIGAL AZROUËL'S NYC SHOWROOM!

Mitchells, Richards and Marshs clients and sales teams were personal guests of award-winning designer Yigal Azrouël at his New York showroom and atelier for a chic, fashion-fi lled evening this June.

Yigal welcomed the guests to his “home-away-from-home” and introduced his private 2014 Resort Collection runway show exclusively for our team and their clients. Fashion signature trends included black and white, leather trims, assymetrical touches, exposed zippers and master draping. Champagne was fl owing as the guests mingled with the very handsome, very talented Yigal, and then received fi rst-hand advice and styling expertise from the designer himself.

It's always fascinating to see how and where an artist works!

Mary Nicolia of Mitchells and Tracey Stidolph with Yigal Azourël; presenting Yigal fashions; Rita Roman of Mitchells and Vicki Germann

Below: Lily Piskic of Mitchells and friends/clients Silvia Dicovich and Ira T. Dicovich; Karen Mierendorf, Shawnee Knight, Yigal, Nina Loweth and Debbie Hruska

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Front row seats for everyone! It was up-close-and-personal at the private client luncheon held at Mitchells for designer Derek Lamand jewelry designer Sylva Yepremian of Sylva & Cie.

The atmosphere was totally modern, with spandex stretched over bar-height tables, clear plexi stools for seating, and a silver edged-runway on the marble fl ooring. The designers commentated a fashion presentation with models, and spoke about trends, their own collections and their inspirations. Award-winning Derek, and Sylva (who comes from a line of jewelry experts), off ered tips and trends along with insightful notes for their collections. All the while, photos were instagrammed and comments tweeted, marking the afternoon’s success.

UP CLOSE WITHDEREK LAM AND SYLVA & CIE.

Fairfield Countesses, Kim Meir and Andrew Mitchell-Namdar pose with designer of the moment, Derek Lam

Guests were invited to “tweet from your seat!”

Charming expertise from Sylva


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Our Isaia Poker Night at Mitchells was a huge success, with nearly 100 guests trying their hand at Texas Hold ’Em. Guests enjoyed Kobe burgers and cocktails by Red Lulu Cocina and Tequila Bar prior to fi nding a table to join in the game. The men could also relax as the Gabriel Acosta Salon performed complimentary hot shaves in an old-fashioned barber’s chair.

A gigantic “thank you!” to Isaia and their generosity, for this evening dedicated to thanks and camaraderie. The prize-winning tournament had multiple winners and the fi rst-place prize was an Isaia suit!

ALL IN FOR ISAIAPOKER NIGHT

WE S T PORT

POKER NIGHT

& THE MITCHELL FAMILY

INVITE YOU TO A SPECIAL EVENING

OF CAMARADERIE & THANKS.

PRIZE-WINNING POKER TOURNAMENT

FRIDAY, MARCH 8TH

6:00-7:00 PM COCKTAILS & DINNER

7:00-10:00 PM POKER TOURNAMENT

MITCHELLS670 POST ROAD EAST, WESTPORT

FEATURING BARBER MINI-FACIALS

BY GABRIEL ACOSTA SALON

AND COCKTAILS

BY RED LULU COCINA & TEQUILA BAR

BRING A FRIEND!RSVP BY FRIDAY, MARCH 1 TO 203.341.6418

OR [email protected]

A Gabriel Acosta soothing facial

RALPH LAURENGARDEN PARTY

Marshs in Huntington hosted a Ralph Lauren Black Label Garden Party, complete with Mint Juleps served in traditional silver tumblers, fi nger sandwiches, deviled eggs and pistachio macarons. A Ralph Lauren Summer Pop-Up with Adirondack chairs and bushels of white hydrangeas created the atmosphere for the spring and fall collection trunk shows.

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Join us for a Garden Party

Wednesday, May 1

11 am to 3 pm

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and sumptuous fare from the garden.

Visit our Ralph Lauren Pop-Up Shop

and preview the

Black Label Fall 2013 Trunk Show

Wednesday, May 1 and Thursday, May 2

10 am to 6 pm

A REPRESENTATIVE FROM RALPH LAUREN WILL BE ON HAND

TO ASSIST YOU WITH THE SPRING & FALL 2013 COLLECTIONS.


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A CREATIVE EVENINGOF DRINK ‘N DRAW

Westport Arts Center and Mitchells partnered for an evening of fun, fashion and art as invited guests unleashed their creativity!

Guests nibbled on Italian antipasti and sipped sparkling Prosecco while trying their hands (many experienced) at sketching a live model. Fabulous Mitchells fashions were highlighted on the model. The guests sketched as the model posed in a variety of looks, from a Peter Pilotto print dress to a stunning sheer and lace Stella McCartney cocktail winner!

UNLEASH YOUR ARTISTIC SIDE!

We provide the fashion

live model & sketch pad...

you provide the creativity

No experience required (or expected!)

And of course,

we provide the drinks.

RSVP [email protected]

MITCHELLS and

WESTPORT ARTS CENTER

present an evening of

DRINK ‘N DRAWTHURSDAY JUNE 6TH

6-8PM at MITCHELLS

670 Post Road East, Westport

WAC past board president Nancy Gault and Director of Visual Arts Helen Klisser During with Sandy Ceppos from Mitchells

Local artist Valerie Lynn; Mitchells clients try

their hand at drawing; fashion sketches by Lynn




Ralph Lauren Black Label executives off ered trend advice and style tips to guests as they sipped ice cold Prosecco on the newly renovated patio. The lounge atmosphere and delightful weather served as a perfect setting for a fashion show, and an elegant luncheon followed inside.

Ralph Lauren’s fashion guru, Alicynne Sher, commentated and styled clients with the trunk show collection. A percentage of sales from the event benefi ted the Lung Cancer Fund, which was hosted by longtime advocate and Mitchells friend and client, Laure Sudreau-Rippe.

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Guests enjoying bubbly on Mitchells’ newly renovated patio;

Andrew Mitchell-Namdar, RL’s Alicynne Sher and hostess Laure

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HAPPENINGSLUNCHEONS & FASHION SHOWS & CHARITY EVENTS & MORE!

At the Hearts Full of Spring fundraiser, 300 guests raised $60,000 to help provide life-saving preventative screening to under-insured women. Mitchells’ own fashion expert, Mary Nicolia, commentated as St. Vincent’s doctors and nurses were among those modeling Mitchells’ newest looks.

2ND ANNUAL HEARTS FULL OF SPRING

CELEBRATING HOPE AT RICHARDS

This spring, the Alzheimer’s Association gathered at Richards to enjoy cocktails and hors d’oeuvres. A silent auction raised $100,000 to support the association’s mission to eliminate the disease, advance research, provide care and support for all aff ected, and promote brain health to reduce the risk of dementia.

Scott Mitchell and event committee; silent auction

Ever the perfect host, Bill Mitchell is center stage; models Paul Wigglesworth and Stephanie Nicolia; St. V’s nurse puts best foot forward!



Popcorn for the preview; Petra Conte and Mary Nicolia of Mitchells pose alongside a Michael Kors creation; guests among the racks; Gail Sheriff, Wendy and Diane Schaefer

PRIVATE SCREENING OF MICHAEL KORS’NYC RUNWAY SHOW

Straight off the runway! Our clients grabbed their girlfriends for a night out and attended a front-row showing of the Michael Kors fall 2013 NYC fashion show, as well as a peek at the backstage action.

Guests viewed the catwalk on a big screen, and in addition saw, for the very fi rst time, the action and excitement (and sometimes chaos) that goes on backstage at these shows. Champagne, popcorn and movie candy were passed, and a Michael Kors handbag was won by an attendee (and coveted by many).



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SOCIAL MEDIAMITCHELLSTORES.COM & FACEBOOK & TWITTER & INSTAGRAM...

With the surge of digital and social media, Mitchells Family of Stores has embraced the revolution! Facebooking a shoe or bagof the week, tweeting from events, instagramming shots of new trends and party pics: we are constantly sharing and exchanging information and ideas in virtual communities and networks.These highly interactive platforms are the new way to CONNECT…they are the new rules of engagement!

JOIN THE CONVERSATION!Like us! Facebook.com/MitchellstoresFollow us! Twitter.com/MitchellsStore, RichardsStore, MarshsStore Instagram.com/Mitchellstores

EMBRACING THE SOCIALMEDIA REVOLUTION!

For events and happenings,visit Mitchellstores.com

Join the conversation via Twitter, Instagramand Facebook.

Download our free iPad app for fashion at your fingertips!



FALL 2013 TRUNK SHOWS & EVENTS STORE9/7 ERMENEGILDO ZEGNA TRUNK SHOW MITCHELLS/RICHARDS9/7 SAMUELSOHN TRUNK SHOW MARSHS9/9-14 BLACK + BLUE WEEK RICHARDS9/9-14 BRYANT PARK FASHION WEEK STREAMING MITCHELLS9/16-21 BLACK + BLUE WEEK MITCHELLS9/20-21 ISAIA TRUNK SHOW RICHARDS9/20-21 OSCAR DE LA RENTA FUR FALL TRUNK SHOW MITCHELLS9/21 CAROLINE ELLEN TRUNK SHOW & PA MITCHELLS9/21 ERMENEGILDO ZEGNA TRUNK SHOW MARSHS9/21 INDIVIDUALIZED CUSTOM SHIRTS TRUNK SHOW RICHARDS9/21 PAUL MORELLI TRUNK SHOW MITCHELLS9/21 PENNY PREVILLE TRUNK SHOW RICHARDS9/21 SAMUELSOHN TRUNK SHOW MITCHELLS/RICHARDS9/21 TEMPLE ST. CLAIR TRUNK SHOW MARSHS9/23-28 BLACK + BLUE WEEK MARSHS9/26 JAMIE WOLF TRUNK SHOW MARSHS9/26-27 KATHLEEN DUGHI TRUNK SHOW RICHARDS9/26-28 ESCADA SPRING TRUNK SHOW MITCHELLS9/27-28 DONNA DEGNAN FALL TRUNK SHOW MITCHELLS9/27-28 OSCAR DE LA RENTA FUR FALL TRUNK SHOW RICHARDS9/28 BONTONI TRUNK SHOW RICHARDS9/28 BRIONI TRUNK SHOW RICHARDS9/28 CANALI TRUNK SHOW MARSHS9/28 H STERN TRUNK SHOW RICHARDS9/28 HICKEY FREEMAN TRUNK SHOW MITCHELLS/RICHARDS 9/28 INDIVIDUALIZED CUSTOM SHIRTS TRUNK SHOW MITCHELLS9/28 ISAIA TRUNK SHOW MITCHELLS 9/28 KATHLEEN DUGHI TRUNK SHOW MITCHELLS9/28 TEMPLE ST. CLAIR TRUNK SHOW MITCHELLS/RICHARDS9/28 TODD REED TRUNK SHOW MITCHELLS9/29 KATHLEEN DUGHI TRUNK SHOW MARSHS10/3 3RD ANNUAL PINK AID LUNCHEON & FASHION SHOW MITCHELLS10/3 BCA SHOPPING DAY RICHARDS10/3 GURHAN TRUNK SHOW RICHARDS10/3 H STERN TRUNK SHOW MITCHELLS10/3 JAMIE WOLF TRUNK SHOW & PA MITCHELLS10/3 KIMBERLY MCDONALD TRUNK SHOW RICHARDS10/3 MONICA RICH KOSANN TRUNK SHOW MITCHELLS10/3 TEMPLE ST. CLAIR TRUNK SHOW RICHARDS10/3-5 BRUNELLO CUCINELLI MEN’S TRUNK SHOW MITCHELLS10/4-5 BRUNELLO CUCINELLI WOMEN’S TRUNK SHOW MITCHELLS10/4-5 KITON TRUNK SHOW MITCHELLS10/5 CANALI TRUNK SHOW MITCHELLS10/5 ETON TRUNK SHOW MITCHELLS10/5 H STERN TRUNK SHOW MITCHELLS10/5 HICKEY FREEMAN TRUNK SHOW MITCHELLS/RICHARDS 10/7-12 ONE OF A KIND WEEK RICHARDS10/8-9 BRUNELLO CUCINELLI WOMEN’S TRUNK SHOW MARSHS10/9-11 ESCADA SPRING TRUNK SHOW RICHARDS10/10-11 BRUNELLO CUCINELLI MEN’S TRUNK SHOW MARSHS10/12 BRIONI TRUNK SHOW MITCHELLS10/12 CANALI TRUNK SHOW RICHARDS10/12 COPPLEY TRUNK SHOW MITCHELLS10/12 ISAIA TRUNK SHOW RICHARDS 10/12 LORI ANN TRUNK SHOW & PA MITCHELLS10/12 TEMPLE ST. CLAIR TRUNK SHOW RICHARDS10/14-19 ONE OF A KIND WEEK MITCHELLS10/17-19 BRUNELLO CUCINELLI WOMEN’S TRUNK SHOW RICHARDS10/18 JAMIE WOLF TRUNK SHOW RICHARDS10/18-19 BRUNELLO CUCINELLI MEN’S TRUNK SHOW RICHARDS10/19 AARON HENRY TRUNK SHOW & PA RICHARDS10/19 CAROLINE ELLEN TRUNK SHOW & PA MITCHELLS

STORE10/19 COPPLEY TRUNK SHOW MARSHS10/19 ERMENEGILDO ZEGNA TRUNK SHOW MITCHELLS/RICHARDS10/19 ETON TRUNK SHOW MARSHS10/19 INDIVIDUALIZED CUSTOM SHIRTS TRUNK SHOW RICHARDS10/19 LORI ANN TRUNK SHOW & PA MARSHS10/19 PAUL MORELLI TRUNK SHOW MITCHELLS10/25-26 KIMBERLY MCDONALD TRUNK SHOW RICHARDS10/25-26 MICHAEL KORS SPRING RUNWAY TRUNK SHOW MITCHELLS 10/25-26 YIGAL AZROUËL SPRING TRUNK SHOW RICHARDS 10/26 COPPLEY TRUNK SHOW RICHARDS10/26 INDIVIDUALIZED CUSTOM SHIRTS TRUNK SHOW MITCHELLS10/26 PAOLO COSTAGLI TRUNK SHOW MITCHELLS10/26 TEMPLE ST. CLAIR TRUNK SHOW MITCHELLS11/1-2 MICHAEL KORS SPRING TRUNK SHOW RICHARDS11/2 JAMIE WOLF TRUNK SHOW MITCHELLS11/6-7 DEREK LAM SPRING RUNWAY TRUNK SHOW MITCHELLS11/7 BCA LUNCHEON M/R/M11/7-8 MANOLO BLAHNIK SPRING TRUNK SHOW RICHARDS11/7-9 ESCADA SPRING TRUNK SHOW MARSHS11/8 JAMIE WOLF TRUNK SHOW MARSHS11/8 LORI ANN TRUNK SHOW & PA MITCHELLS11/8-9 DEREK LAM SPRING TRUNK SHOW RICHARDS11/9 CAROLINE ELLEN TRUNK SHOW & PA MITCHELLS11/9 HAMILTON CUSTOM SHIRTS TRUNK SHOW MITCHELLS/RICHARDS 11/9 TEMPLE ST. CLAIR TRUNK SHOW MITCHELLS11/10-12 DEREK LAM SPRING TRUNK SHOW MARSHS11/14-15 AKRIS TRUNK SHOW RICHARDS11/14-15 SYLVA & CIE TRUNK SHOW & PA MITCHELLS11/15-16 PAUL MORELLI TRUNK SHOW & PA MITCHELLS11/15-16 TODD REED TRUNK SHOW & PA MITCHELLS11/16 AKRIS TRUNK SHOW MITCHELLS11/16 LORI ANN TRUNK SHOW & PA MARSHS11/16 SYLVA & CIE TRUNK SHOW & PA RICHARDS11/16 TEMPLE ST. CLAIR TRUNK SHOW RICHARDS11/17 SYLVA & CIE TRUNK SHOW & PA MARSHS11/23 PAOLO COSTAGLI TRUNK SHOW MITCHELLS11/23 TEMPLE ST. CLAIR TRUNK SHOW RICHARDS11/30 MONICA RICH KOSANN TRUNK SHOW MITCHELLS/RICHARDS12/5-6 KATHLEEN DUGHI TRUNK SHOW MITCHELLS12/6-7 CAROLINE ELLEN TRUNK SHOW & PA MITCHELLS12/6-7 PAUL MORELLI TRUNK SHOW MITCHELLS12/7 KATHLEEN DUGHI TRUNK SHOW RICHARDS12/7 TEMPLE ST. CLAIR TRUNK SHOW MARSHS/RICHARDS12/8 KATHLEEN DUGHI TRUNK SHOW MARSHS12/12 LORI ANN TRUNK SHOW & PA MITCHELLS12/12 SYLVA & CIE TRUNK SHOW & PA MARSHS12/12-13 TEMPLE ST. CLAIR TRUNK SHOW MITCHELLS12/13 SYLVA & CIE TRUNK SHOW & PA RICHARDS12/14 ASSAEL TRUNK SHOW MITCHELLS12/14 H STERN TRUNK SHOW RICHARDS12/14 LORI ANN TRUNK SHOW & PA MARSHS12/14 SYLVA & CIE TRUNK SHOW & PA MITCHELLS12/14 TEMPLE ST. CLAIR TRUNK SHOW RICHARDS12/18-21 TEMPLE ST. CLAIR TRUNK SHOW MITCHELLS/RICHARDS12/20 TODD REED TRUNK SHOW MITCHELLS12/20-21 MONICA RICH KOSANN TRUNK SHOW MITCHELLS/RICHARDS12/20-21 PAOLO COSTAGLI TRUNK SHOW & PA MITCHELLS12/21 AARON HENRY TRUNK SHOW & PA RICHARDS12/21 ASSAEL TRUNK SHOW RICHARDS12/21 H STERN TRUNK SHOW MITCHELLS 12/21 PENNY PREVILLE TRUNK SHOW RICHARDS

FOR A COMPLETE LIST OF EVENTS, GO TO MITCHELLSTORES.COM

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Mitchells Family of Stores is thrilled to be one of the fi rst retailers chosen to partner with Fred Leighton, upon Kwiat’s acquisition of the brand that is synonymous with the world’s fi nest vintage jewelry.

Kwiat is a fourth-generation diamond jewelry business, started by my great-grandfather in 1907. I joined the family business after several years on Wall Street at Goldman Sachs. When the opportunity came up to acquire Fred Leighton, I thought it would be extremely complimentary to our business. We saw a great brand name and inventory and had a vision of what the company could be. The opportunity was an intersection of all my backgrounds, as an investment banker and in the jewelry business.

We wanted to build upon its strength and reputation as the world leader for vintage jewelry, through our fl agship store on Madison and by partnering with very select retailers, with whom we already had relationships through Kwiat. Every piece we acquire has to be beautiful, wearable and relevant. Fashion driven. Even if our pieces are a hundred years old, they are very much in fashion. We don’t buy pieces to just sit under glass in museums.

The Victorian era of 1850-1900 and Art Deco period of the 1920s-’30s are generally the most

sought after by fans and collectors of our jewelry. Designer-wise, Cartier from the Art Deco period and iconic pieces from Van Cleef & Arpels are very popular. We also buy a lot from Suzanne Belterron, who was a visionary designer with a modernist perspective in the 1920s-’50s and a great favorite of Diana Vreeland and the Duchess of Windsor. Pieces by René Boivin are also highly desirable to collectors and jewelry connoisseurs, as are signed pieces by any of the jewelry greats.

It’s a combination of the materials and how special, rare or unique the piece is, not necessarily its age. For example, gold chains were very popular in the Victorian era, so many exist. An iconic Art Deco piece, decades newer, may be more valuable.

One of the extraordinary things about vintage jewelry is that it off ers excellent value. As materials were less expensive when the pieces were created, most pieces can be acquired for signifi cantly less than it would cost to make the same piece today.

I think it’s because the pieces are unique and fashion driven, works of art like the gowns the women wear. We are very lucky to have an extraordinary group of loyal celebrity friends and clients, including Nicole Kidman, Sarah Jessica Parker and Jennifer Aniston.

There are so many, but I would have to say a beautiful ruby and diamond locket that was given to Elizabeth Taylor by Richard Burton. It was a great favorite and she wore it often.


It is such an exciting business, fi lled with storied and beautiful pieces and interesting clients. It has broadened the vast diamond and jewelry education I had from Kwiat and has been the adventure of a lifetime. I love learning the historical contexts of the pieces.

We rotate the selection at each

of the stores with pieces from all of our collections. But what you see in the case is just the beginning. You can ask your jewelry associate for any style, designer or type of piece you are interested in and we will send pieces for you to review. The Mitchells, Richards and Marshs customers have full access to every piece that Fred Leighton carries.

We’ve worked with the family and jewelry team for years

and it was a natural for Fred Leighton on many levels. First, unlike in a stand-alone jewelry store, the customer is already there, because they are looking for fashion. The customers are sophisticated and we off er a highly curated collection right there to complete their looks.

Like the Mitchells, we are a multi-generational family business. Their commitment to learning about our product and the service they provide has always made them an ideal retail partner.


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A good book by a roaring fi re. That fi rst breath of cool, crisp air. Layers of cashmere, fur-trim and cozy vests. Embrace fall in fashions that are as luxurious as they are classic. “Cabin fever” never felt so good!

Cover, On Him Coat, Blazer, Pullover & Pant:CORNELIANI

On HerVest & Turtleneck:BRUNELLO CUCINELLISkinny Jeans:VINCE

LeftCoat, Jacket Sweater, Shirt:BRUNELLO CUCINELLI


Jacket & Scarf: ETRO


Cable Sweater: CANALICrewneck Sweater: RAG & BONEPant: ETRO


As the days get shorter, the fabrics get richer, softer and more textural. Build drama with luxurious pieces that are as modern as they are classic.

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Discover new wools. Have fun with quilts and knits. And remember... inside many of fall’s warmest vests and jackets lies a fur lining!

Hooded Vest & Blouse: LORO PIANA


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Saline (pictured above) is my favorite. Private and uncrowded, worth the walk.

Gouverneur is breathtaking as well.

Shell Beach for a drink at Do Brazil for Sunset is amazing. Sitting on the large rocks off to the side is romantic and magical.

Colombier is beautiful... Hard to get to but well worth it. A half-hour trek down, one hour back… it’s best reached by private boat.

Note: My favorite beaches don’t have any chairs or amenities. I recommend bringing an Hermès towel.

L’Esprit is my favorite: simple, amazing food!

Maya’s is a close runner-up to L’Esprit.

Bonito is new and amazing. The ceviche is awesome and the view over the harbor is stunning.

Le Restaurant des Pêcheurs at Le Sereneo has good fi sh with a beautiful location right on the beach. Great for lunch.

Le Tamarin is great for lunch if you’re at Saline beach, as it is very close.

Eden Rock is fabulous for lunch.

Nikki Beach is a perfect spot for lunch — at dinner it can be a bit noisy. Try to reserve the teak bed on the beach for lunch. Eat (and then nap) to the sounds of the ocean.

Le Ti St. Barth (pictured above) is the most fun on Friday and Saturday nights… Go late, around 9:30, as things get really fun around 11. Don’t be afraid to jump up on the table and dance… sounds crazy but it’s really fun.

Taiwana on Flamands Beach for crazy expensive, but unbelievable, lentil salad.

If you like formal French dining (with a pricetag to match), I recommend Le Gaiac at Hotêl Le Toiny and Francois Plantation.

Bijoux de la Mer in Gustavia is a local jewelry designer that does amazing things with South Sea pearls. A must-stop.

The small shops in St. Jean are less pricey than Gustavia and have some more casual, fun things.

We always stay in a villa. Villa Rentals: Wimco / St. Barths wimco.com

Some favorites: BAY, AMA, MCO and KAN (pictured below).

Hotels: Eden Rock is the best, and they also have villas you can rent.

Le Sereno is tres chic as well.

Beach chairs: If you want to rent them, the surf shop in St. Jean (on the road leading up to Saline, just before the coff ee shop) off ers them by the week or by the day.

Just about anyone that knows me knows that St. Barths is quite simply my favorite place on this planet. The beaches, the food, the shopping, the sunsets.... are all sublime. Below is a personal guide to my St. Barths favorites. And trust me, I’ve done the research!


Catering: Maya’s To Go does amazing food that can be brought to

a villa or on a beach picnic.

Walking or Running: The Grand Fond area (pictured below) is the most undisturbed and beautiful part of the island. Go for a quiet walk in the morning or early evening. The beach is too rocky for swimming, but it is deserted and magical, and the sound of the ocean will take away your stress. The stretch from Le Toiny through Grand Fond is also great for running; it is the only semi-fl at area on the island.

Massage: Arnaud Daniel is amazing. He will come to villas or hotels. st-barths.com/massage (590) 690 53 44 88 or [email protected]

Glasses or Sunglasses: If you need sunglasses or prescription glasses, the glass shop opposite the airport has the best selection of both from around the world.

Supermarket: Match supermarché is the best supermarket on the island.

Creams: Institut Esthederm from the pharmacy near the airport (next to Maya’s To Go) is amazing. The sun cream lets you tan but never burn.

Driving: Can be treacherous on the island. Go slow and always get an automatic car... 4WD is necessary if it rains.

Flight into St. Barths: It can be a little scary: you’ve been warned. But it’s only scary for 30 seconds.

If you get down there, have a fabulous time! And be sure to tell me about the trip when you see me in the store!

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What makes a great weatherman: accuracy or personality?Obviously it’s a combination of both, but accuracy is more criti-cal than ever these days. With so many extreme weather eventsrecently, getting it wrong can be life threatening. Of course,today’s improved technology enables more accurate forecasting.

As for the personality part, whatever flavor you want, you canfind it. Prefer a simple straightforward forecast, just the facts?You can find it! You want personality and showmanship, you canfind that too. With so many TV channels, there’s a weathermanfor every preference.Is it fair to ask your accuracy percentage?It’s not a good question since I’m now forecasting over such abroad area. When I did local news in Cleveland or D.C. orSyracuse, it was easier because it was a clearly defined geogra-phy; now it’s the entire country. But fortunately, when we hadSuperstorm Sandy and the Oklahoma tornado and those types ofsevere events, we were pretty much right on target. As our com-puter modeling improves, so does our accuracy.How important are clothes in your life? What are your per-sonal style preferences?I’d describe my style as fairly traditional: I don’t take major fash-ion risks; in fact, the biggest decision I had to make this seasonwas cuffs or no cuffs on my pants. (I opted for no cuffs…) Butwhat most distinguishes my style, I suppose, is that I’m not afraidto wear bold colors. I think it’s fun!

For television, I like a tailored look. I used to be a basic blueblazer kind of guy, but as I’ve gotten older, I’ve evolved to moresophisticated Italian clothing. Zegna, Brioni and Kiton are amongmy favorite suit brands; sometimes I buy custom, sometimes offthe rack.

For weekends, I like to wear jeans or khakis with either a poloshirt or a classic woven shirt. (Lately, I’ve been buying checks.) Ilike easy comfortable sportswear and here, I’m less concernedabout designer names. Who are your fashion role models?Well Matt Lauer has definitely influenced my style since healways looks so perfect (probably because he worked at Richardsas a teenager...). If I had to pick a celebrity fashion role model, I’d

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say Daniel Craig and George Clooney.(But how likely am I to ever look likethem?)

Actually, a 75-year-old guy who Idon’t even know became a fashion rolemodel for me. I had spotted him at afundraiser in Washington, D.C. wear-ing a fabulous black watch tartan din-ner jacket; I asked him where he got itand he told me he bought it 40 yearsago at the flagship Brooks Brothersstore on Madison Avenue. So I wentlooking for that fabric and had a simi-lar one made up for me by Zegna. Iwore it to a red carpet assignment andgot lots of compliments!Do you have a good luck tie?Not really. But I’ve been wearing a lotof Brioni ties lately: I like the heft.Also Zegna and Drake’s…What about the slimmer-fit cloth-ing they’re showing these days: areyou wearing it? Not so much. For me, it will take somegetting used to. Once you’ve beenoverweight, you don’t want to bereminded of when everything was too tight…Speaking of which, tell us about your new book.It came out in January; it’scalled Never Goin’ Back:Winning the Weight-lossBattle for Good. It’s simplythe story of my personaljourney with weight loss. Ithink there’s a lot of goodstuff that might help peo-ple along their own jour-neys, but it’s definitely nota “how-to” book…What advice would you give to someone wanting to loseweight who has not yet begun the journey?I don’t believe in giving advice on weight loss since it’s got tocome from within. For me, it literally tookseeing my dad on his death bed and promis-ing him I’d change my life… Everyone gets tothat point eventually, but no amount of lec-turing will do it.

Look at Governor Christie — he hasyoung kids and a young wife and after allthese years he finally made the decision totake control of his future… No one couldhave persuaded him. So that’s the advice I’dgive people: do it for yourself, not for anyoneelse. If it’s someone you love who’s over-weight, the best thing you can do is shut up.Because guess what: we know we’re fat! Wedon’t live in a world without mirrors…Who was your best interview ever andwho would you like to interview next?My two favorites so far were Rosa Parks and

Charles Schultz: Rosa because itwas just such an honor to meetthis incredibly brave womanwhose courage changed thecourse of history, for not justAfrican Americans but for allAmericans. And Charles Schultzbecause I too am an avid cartoon-ist and comic book fan; I’vealways been in awe of his talents.(I still sketch a bit but I’m notreally pursuing it these days.)Who I’d most like to interview?Probably Obama. I’d ask himabout his views on climatechange.Other passions?I love cooking and reading. Mymost recent culinary accomplish-ment was grilled Chilean seabass with roasted Brussels spoutsand quinoa. My most recent greatread was Thomas Jefferson: TheArt of Power by Jon Meacham. What are you most proud of?Hanging in there: I’ve been work-

ing for the same company (NBC) for 30-plus years. And of coursemy three children: my 26-year-old Courtney is a chef in New York

City; Leila (14) isstudying performingarts; my son Nicky(10) is a master in TaeKwon Do. I would have thoughtyou’d be most proud ofyour unique ability toconnect with people...I don’t know that it’ssuch a special talent: I

simply treat people the way I’d want to be treated. It’s how myparents raised us, and it’s the lesson I’d most like to teach mychildren. And while we joke around a lot on the Today show, it’s

especially important that we’re neverlaughing at somebody, only with them. Who is your personal hero?Probably New York’s Cardinal Dolan. Iwas raised Catholic (my mom was adevout Catholic, I lean towardCatholic Lite) but with Dolan, it’s lessabout his religion and more about hishumility, his humanity, how readily hecan talk about his own failings (e.g.losing weight!). I’ve never officiallyinterviewed him but we spent timetogether in Rome for the installationof the new Pope, and we’ve had dinnera number of times. He’s a straightshooter and a pretty tolerant fellow; Itruly admire him.

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I grew up in Colombia and always wanted to do something I loved. I was looking to create something that came from inside. I started with belts and it ended up being handbags.

Her vision was pure and innocent. It came from an urge to create, not to be in fashion or make a luxury item. That’s what makes the product so special... The work had a clean beginning and has always been pure and fresh in what it is. Color comes naturally to her. Her designs come from the soul. It looks eff ortless, because it is.

I’ve always loved real and exotic materials, and crocodile was the most available to me in Colombia. I like challenges also. I feel a connection with the skins. Skins already have their own design. You have to communicate with them and keep that connection.

I consider my work to be a collaboration with nature. Now I work with all types of luxurious and exotic skins... lizard, python, even fur... anything precious from nature.

Her signature style evolved organically. For instance, it was impossible to get good metals in Colombia, which is why she began designing without hardware.

I have so many... Frida Kahlo, Catherine The Great, Diana Vreeland, the Mexican soap opera star La Doña Maria Felix and Elizabeth Taylor are a few.

One of my favorite bags is actually a sculpture that I collaborated on with artist Michele Oka Doner. It’s in the permanent collection at the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Costume Institute. Another is the “Cristina Bag.” I designed it for my daughter as per her specifi cations for the ideal bag. It became one of my best sellers!

NANCY GONZALEZFUN FACTSWhat is your favorite travel destination? Chivason Spa in Thailand

What’s your favorite movie? Like Water for Chocolate and FridaWhat’s your favoriterestaurant in New YorkRosa Mexicano

What are 5 things you can’t live without? Family, Biologique Recherche Elastine Pure, a freshly ground cup of Colombian coff ee in the morning, The Books of Wisdom from The Bible, laughter and a time each day for silence and meditation


One of my favorites is Sofi a Vergara. She is Colombian and I love that she makes a point of carrying our bags; she wears a Cristina. And today, my favorite fashion icon is Sheikha Mozah bint Nasser, wife of the Emir of Qatar. She only wears Nancy Gonzalez handbags and buys them retail, though they own Harrods. What makes her fascinating is that, as a Muslim, she covers her head and doesn’t show any skin, but she has still become a fashion icon. She has phenomenal style, yet is respectful of her roots.

I believe that one cannot be a true “original” without an “origin.” I had never even dreamed of having a global company. I’m very proud of my country and want to give back to my people. We make all of our handbags in Colombia. I employ mostly women who are heads of households and provide day care at my factory.

My mother never intended to become a sort of “goodwill diplomat” for Colombia, but we are proud of our country. We have become an international company, but don’t behave as one. We are very much still a Colombian company with global reach.

I would say when we became the only company to win the top ACE (Accessories Council) Award while we were the only designer nominated that creates in only one category (handbags) in one type of material.

As I’m in New York and her home base is Colombia, we’re very independent. We give each other space and are respectful of what each of us has to do. We treat it like a company, not like a family business. My mother designs, runs her factory and her production. When the collection arrives, I have no idea what’s coming. Then, it’s my job to sell what she’s designed. I manage the New York showroom, communications, advertising, etc. We have defi ned roles; it’s a true collaboration.

I came up with a new technique: cutting crocodile into thread and creating a crocodile embroidery!

Also, we have a new bag this fall that is so luxe, but so understated. Utter simplicity, a dichotomy: a crocodile tote with sable.


Most recently, in December of 2009, Mitchells Family of Stores added the Wilkes Bashford stores of San Francisco and Palo Alto to our portfolio.

Wilkes Bashford, founded in 1966 by the retail and fashion icon of the same name, is the Bay Area’s most renowned luxury retailer. Tyler Mitchell moved

to San Francisco to run the business, with the help of Jack Mitchell and Andrew Mitchell-Namdar, who spend a lot of time out there... and Wilkes himself, who is still very much involved.

In November of 2012, the Mitchells unveiled a landmark renovation of the legendary townhouse on 375 Sutter Street

in Union Square, which has been metaphorically fashioned after a gracious home and is unique in its design and use of Italian and local materials and references. We also completely gutted and revamped our Palo Alto store.

We love greeting our East Coast customers when you visit us out there!

The Mitchells Family of Stores had its humble beginnings in 1958, when the original “Ed Mitchell” was founded by Ed and Norma Mitchell. The fi rst location of the original “Ed Mitchell” was an 800 square-foot former plumbing supply store in Westport, Connecticut, where three men’s suit styles were off ered. Norma famously brought in her coff ee pot each day to make the customers feel at home.

Mitchells, now run by a second and third generation of Mitchells, has grown over the years to 25,000 square feet and includes women’s and women’s accessories, jewelry... and a lot more suit models! We have also expanded “the dream” into other communities.

Richards of Greenwich opened in 1949 and was purchased by Eddie Schachter in 1956. It started as a modest haberdashery, reminiscent of an Army/Navy store, selling school uniforms and dressing people who worked on estates. Eddie moved it down the street and began

selling suits. His visionary daughter, Susan Schachter, was the fi rst in the area to bring in Italian designers like Zegna and Armani, introducing the Greenwich man to a new way of dressing. In 1995, Mitchells Family of Stores acquired Richards, adding women’s and jewelry in what is now a 25,000 square-foot award-winning space. Run by Scott Mitchell, you will also still see Eddie Schachter in the store on many a Saturday, just like old times.

In 2005, we acquired Marshs of Huntington, New York from the Marsh

family. Founded by Herbert Marsh in 1925, the store today is run by his grandson Ron Marsh and Chris Mitchell, and has been expanded to include women’s and jewelry. Herbert’s son and Ron’s father, Marvin Marsh, who started at Marshs 60 years ago, still often spends time joking with customers at the store. In May 2010, legendary retailer Thomas Miller, who founded his renowned retail store in 1977, joined forces with Marshs.


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ASSAELthe most magnificent pearls in the world


Clockwise, left to right: 18k rose gold large link

bracelet with Boulder Opal by Irene Neuwirth: 19k

yellow, white and green gold and diamond Arbor

link necklace by Aaron Henry; 18k yellow gold and

diamond Aladdin link necklace by Jamie Wolf; 18k

yellow gold bracelet with raw diamond cubes and

white brilliant cut diamonds by Todd Reed; Sterling

silver link bracelet with raw diamond bead by Todd

Reed; 18k yellow and white gold and diamond large

Embrace link bracelet by Aaron Henry

Mix a link into your look! This classic jewelry motif is in with a vengeance, updated in a variety of metals, stones, shapes and sizes. Great on their own or for layering with cuff s or pendants!

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by Mitchells Family of Stores Fine Jewelry & Watch Buyer, Jennifer Farrington


Channel your inner Cleopatra or Nefertiti...with a bold and dramatic bib or cuff ... making a statement as unforgetable as you are!

STATEMENT NECKLACES

Top to bottom:

18k yellow gold and silver one-of-a-kind

necklace with rose cut diamonds and raw

cubes by Todd Reed; 18k rose gold one-

of-a-kind necklace set with mixed shaped

labradorite by Irene Neuwirth.


Expressing yourself with initials, names of loved ones and words is a fun and feminine trend in designer jewelry... the more creative the better! Even ID bracelets are back (like you’ve never seen them!)

Clockwise, from top left:

18k yellow gold and emerald engraved

locket by Emily & Ashley; Zoe Chicco 14k

yellow gold “love” necklace; 18k rose gold

& cognac diamond initial pendant by Nam

Cho; 18k yellow gold ID bracelets with

Rainbow Moonstones & diamond pavé

and with diamonds & turquoise, by Irene

Neuwirth; 18k white gold, sapphire and

diamond chain inital bracelet by Nam Cho


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Be it a bold necklace or enchanting chandelier earrings, statements are in! Fun and fl irty, we’ll help you choose a chandelier that’s right for you.

Clockwise from far left: 18k yellow gold and

Tsavorite earrings from the Brillante Collection by

Paolo Costagli; 19th Century Old Mine Diamond

Foliate Motif Pendant Earrings by Fred Leighton; 18k

yellow gold and diamond 9 Drop Earrings by Irene

Neuwirth; round and pear shape diamond and round

emerald chandelier drop earrings by Graff


A big gold cuff or chunky gold ring brings a seductive richness and warmth to your look. Add a special piece to your jewelry wardrobe that is as exciting as it is timeless and classic.

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Top:18k yellow gold “Double”

hinged open cuff bracelet

and “Double” ring by Caroline

Ellen; Oro Rosa pink gold and

diamond Avant Garde bracelet

from the Oceana Collection by

Mattia Cielo

Bottom: Carved rock crystal

and diamond cocktail ring, circa

1970; 18k rose gold and rose

cut diamond Abstract Ring

and 18k yellow gold Spirals

Dome Ring by Tiffany & Co. circa

1960, all from Fred Leighton


Before there was Anna Wintour, there was Diana Vreeland, often referred to as ‘The High Priestess of Fashion.” The visionary editor helped shape the fashion and social trends of the mid-20th century... discovering models including Lauren Bacall and Twiggy,

designers like Oscar de la Renta and Diane von Furstenberg, and informing Manolo Blahnik that he should design shoes. The Eye Has to Travel reveals the wonderfully imaginative, if often over-the-top, editor with a breathtaking joie de vivre. The consensus is clear: there has never been anyone like Diana Vreeland. She was utterly demanding of the people she worked with, but she had an incredible work ethic and produced some of the most fantastical, beautiful images in magazines. She fi rst worked as an editor at Harper’s Bazaar, largely pioneering a job that had previously been fi lled by somewhat frivolous

society ladies. As editor at Bazaar, and later editor-in-chief of Vogue, Vreeland traveled to the most exotic locations around the world with photographers like David Bailey and Richard Avedon. Vreeland had no formal fashion education, yet she gained an extensive knowledge of history and culture through her own study of fashion. Diana helped expand the infl uence of the ’60s “mod style” that cropped up in London by photographing the trendiest models, rock stars and celebrities.

After she was fi red from Vogue, Vreeland accepted a job at the Costume Institute at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. She revamped the entire collection, pulling items out of the archives to create opulent fashion exhibits each year. Each exhibit was accompanied by an equally extravagant party on opening night, which became one of New York’s premier social events. The Eye Has to Travel provides a close look at the epic career of an icon, sharing some little-known details about her life. Overall, nothing entirely shocking or groundbreaking is revealed, but with Diana’s booming voice and fi erce declarations, The Eye Has to Travel is a very entertaining experience.

Valentino: The Last Emperor brings us into the rarefi ed world of legendary couturier Valentino Garavani, chronicling the events that lead to his decision to retire after 45 years.

It explores Valentino’s career, during which he dressed such fashion icons as Jackie

Kennedy and Audrey Hepburn, and his fascinating 50-year relationship with romantic and business partner Giancarlo Giammetti. We see the designer in action, creating a white gown that came to him in a dream as seamstresses painstakingly hand-sew on sequins and make changes until his vision is fi nally realized.

Woven in are news clips depicting the evolution of an industry that would no longer accommodate the grand tradition in which Valentino and the greats of his era practiced their craft. Little by little, investors gain control of his company.

The real-time narrative follows the preparations for a grand retrospective of Valentino’s work for his 45th anniversary in 2008, at the Ara Pacis Museum, followed by dinner at the Temple of Venus and an aerial ballet, an event unmatched in its grandeur.

This fi lm is as engaging a story as it is sumptuous to watch, fi lled with exquisite gowns and beautiful people.


Vogue, candidly admits, “We all get dressed for Bill.” While he has developed close friendships with many of his subjects, most know little about his personal life. The fi lm reveals a man who began his career as a hatmaker, lives alone, is obsessed with his work and “has never had the time” for a romantic relationship. Cunningham’s passion for clothes is evident throughout. Commenting on the notion that some think fashion is unimportant, he said, “Fashion is the armor to survive the reality of everyday life. To do away with fashion would be like doing away with civilization.”

Bill Cunningham New York is a fascinating and uplifting depiction of the man behind the lens. — Andrew Mitchell-Namdar

It’s a sad moment when Valentino tells the press, “The celebration was unrepeatable. And so I have decided it is the right moment to leave the world of fashion. As the English say, I would like to leave when the party is full.”

The worthwhile, though uneven, The Tents chronicles the evolution of Fashion Week at Bryant Park, positioning New York as a global fashion capital among the ranks of Paris and Milan. In 1993, the Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA), led by Fern

Mallis, identifi ed the centralized location that soon drew worldwide attention. Before Bryant Park, fashion shows were held in nightclubs and other scattered spaces, where the shows quickly outgrew their venues. The atmosphere was chaotic and unprofessional. The tents at Bryant Park were a triumphant, groundbreaking solution, solidifying New York’s fashion scene. Designers such as Donna Karan and Zac Posen, as well as top fashion editors, are interviewed, recalling the excitement and glamour of attending shows in the tents. While there is a twinge of nostalgia as Fashion Week prepares to move to Lincoln Center, most of the people interviewed are optimistic due to the cultural signifi cance of Lincoln Center. While worth watching for the historical information and “eye candy” of runway footage, the documentary lacks a thematic thread. The brief emotional discussions of 9/11 and Alexander McQueen’s suicide seem out of place with the rest of the fi lm.

Bill Cunningham New York is an inside look at the 82-year-old New York Times photographer who spots trends by shooting anything that catches his eye on the city’s bustling streets and social scene. The Bill that comes through, riding everywhere on a

Schwinn bike with his Nikon camera, is an

immensely humble and aff able man with a unique talent. Today, with countless fashion blogs and the celebrity pop culture craze that often dominates fashion magazines, Bill, with his conventional camera and fi le cabinets full of negatives, appears both endearing and refreshing.

Cunningham, who charmingly spent most of his life in a tiny fl at without a kitchen or private bathroom in the (now converted to offi ces) Carnegie Hall Artist Studios, has been photographing New York’s street style for almost 50 years. He has become a darling of the New York social scene, the only member of the press invited to Brooke Astor’s 100th birthday party. Anna Wintour, editor-in-chief of


In 1999, when these partners in life and business were concerned that developers might buy the horse farm across from their Litchfi eld County home, they purchased it to protect their view. What ensued was dairy history.

After discovering that Arethusa (named for an orchid that had grown there) was originally a dairy farm, they set out to “restore” it, starting with a cow-breeding operation. But not just any cow breeding operation. With a

passion for the animals and standards for excellence honed at their day jobs, they had a mission to develop the best cows possible. They focused on genetics, fed their cows über nutritiously, shampooed them with Pantene ProV, bathed them, brushed them and cleaned, yes, their shoes. Within fi ve years, their Holsteins and Jerseys were taking home the world’s top awards, including several Supreme Grand Champions at The World Dairy Expo in Wisconsin. For a young farm,

an unheard of feat. Now known globally as home to an exceptional family of cows, embryos are in demand everywhere from Japan to Mexico.

By all accounts, it was a rough time to go into the shrinking local dairy business. But George was so taken by the taste of the milk, the likes of which he hadn’t experienced since his childhood in San Antonio, Texas, that he couldn’t resist bottling it. Before they knew it, George and Tony were converting a local Bantam


So what was next for the tireless twosome? Naturally, a restaurant! With “sublime food” (according to The Litchfield County Times) created by executive chef Dan Magill (who worked with Daniel Boulud), Arethusa al Tavolo opened in June 2013 to rave reviews, including no less than the coveted “Excellent” rating in The New York Times.

Utilizing products from the farm in all recipes that call for dairy, the restaurant is the type of “sparkling, happy, noisy and casual-but-sophisticated place you might find in Milan.”

Connected to al Tavolo by a courtyard is the Arethusa Farm Dairy Creamery, where Arethusa Farm’s gourmet cheeses can be enjoyed in the wine bar and Arethusa dairy products can be purchased.

What could be better for a fall weekend than a visit to the farm? There are “open tours” every Saturday from 12:30 to 2 p.m. (private tours can also be arranged) and/or a magnificent country drive, plus a dining experience for which even Carrie Bradshaw would make the trek!

Arethusa al Tavolo reservations: 860-567-0043

firehouse, five miles from their farm, into a full-scale creamery with the slogan “Milk, like it used to taste.” Thanks to the shared vision, talent and chemistry background of cheese and ice cream maker Chris Cassiello, they are now producing milk in several varieties, seven types of cheese, yogurt, ice cream and sour cream, spending countless hours in the tasting room to perfect their wares. Unlike most milk products that are ultrapasteurized today, their products are “vat pasteurized,” which maintains their fresh taste but gives them a slightly shorter shelf life, which all agree is well worth the trade-off.

The dairy products, like their cows, have fared well at the World Dairy Expo, where they’ve taken home many prizes. Initially marketed to and embraced by the local Litchfield County community only, Arethusa products can now be found in many Connecticut markets local to our stores, as well as at Dean & DeLuca in New York City.

Locally, look for Arethusa at Carluzzi’s, Double L Farm Stand and select Stop & Shops and Whole Foods.


I was born in North Carolina and moved to Colorado when I was 15, via Maryland and Arizona. I look at myself more as a designer than a jewelry designer, though the bulk of what I design is jewelry. I had been working as a leathersmith in fashion and was asked to add silver to a design. I worked with a silversmith and became fascinated with making silver jewelry and started soldering and setting stones. I loved that it was quick, gratifying, beautiful and that people connect with it.

I’m a pastry chef; I love to cook. It’s a diff erent way to connect with people.

Inspiration is a funny thing. I’m more taken by experience. By anything that grabs my attention... the way the rocks line up, an uncomfortable tension, anything interesting or beautiful. How an energy makes me feel. I want my work to get people excited. I’m more into the emotion than the physical object.

I use material that no one in the world gets. I helped discover rough diamonds, which have more of a character-driven value. I’m a designer and artist to the core; I don’t duplicate pieces.

Mostly we make one of everything, and custom design has become a big part of our business. Of course, I also have signature designs, like my bands, that people want again and again, but each has its own character.

I need mountains and nature. I have a great factory, designed by Michael Moore, and love the culture at my company. We have all glass walls, are very collaborative with family-style meals, parties... everyone feels connected.

We’ve been there since fall 2012. We love Jennifer [buyer Jennifer Farrington]. She was a great entrée into the company. We’re excited to be a part of that family. I love being in a retail environment, and the experience of interacting with the clients means everything to me. It’s been good timing, and a good fi t wth good people!




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Layering & DetailsTAKE A CUE FROM THE ITALIANS: LAYER UP WITH SLEEK SHIRTS & SWEATERS.

Waterproofnylon & warmknits are readyfor anyweather.


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Distressedfabrics lookgreat withjeans.

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sit in awe as the open-air vehicle makes its way over an expan-sive field of oat grass in the northern Serengeti. Suddenly,we’re nose-to-nose with a herd of400-pound wildebeests all with thesame features: a buffalo’s face, acamel’s hump and a horse’s back-

side. Tens of millions of migratinganimals, including the homely, docilewildebeest, call this northernmostregion of Tanzania home. If you’relucky enough to visit East Africaduring the off-season (mid-December through March), whenthe animals are calving and beforethe great migration gets underwayin late July, you’ll find yourselfviewing this magical scene almostentirely alone.

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peak months in the fall are nowhere to be found on this warmJanuary day: it’s a peaceful moment in nature everyone yearns toexperience but few actually do.

We drive slowly through a herd of feasting elephants, one ofwhich is nursing a day old calf. We watch three hyenas unsuccess-fully stalk a rare black rhino and her newborn offspring, a trio ofcheetahs snake through the tall grasslands, and a lone lion napunder a thorny acacia bush. This is the Africa of your imagination.

The panorama of wildlife has drawn visitors since long before thedays when Hemingway came to hunt. But now, with the help oftwo of Africa’s most celebrated tour companies — Nomad

Tanzania and Asilia, work-ing in collaboration withCanadian custom touroperator Trufflepig — it’stime to revisit Africa’s orig-inal safari destination.

East Africa’s safari outfit-ters have responded to com-petition for tourism dollarsby building plush, deluxecamps and upgradingamenities to appeal toadventure-seekers who alsowant access to fine wines, spatreatments, pool time andother pamperings.

Naturally, getting to these

via South African Airways to Johannesburg is just the first leg in a36-hour journey. From there we board a second flight to Tanzania,where one of Tanganyika Flying Company’s 12-seat planes awaitsto ferry us to Arusha, the gateway town to Serengeti safari. Herewe board another small plane for a flyover of Tanzania’s famedNgorongoro Crater (the largest intact volcano caldera in theworld) to Ndutu, a rock-filled airstrip, where the first of many Land

Above: Theauthor’stastefullyappointed tentat the SerengetiSafari Camp

AFRICAN ADVENTURECalling all thrill-seekers (who also crave fine wines, gourmet dining,spa treatments and more). By William Kissel

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Cruisers that jockey for the best viewing positions during Africa’sremote camps is a big part of the adventure. A commercial flight

Cruisers awaits our arrival. We crossthe snake-like Mara river past a poolof hippos and a few crocodiles, andcontinue on to Ubuntu, one of threemobile camps designed to followthe migrating animals. Rested andwell fed, we travel another threehours to our first camp at Olakira.

These mobile setups are actuallylavish tent cities that require twofull days and three trucks to relo-cate, and each canvas structure is

Safari Camp, tents are self-contained suites withoversized beds, sitting areas withlovely writing desks, and privatebathrooms with a chemical toiletand stall shower in lieu of actualplumbing. Even in the remotest partof the world, these private sanctuar-ies are filled with little amenities tomake outdoor living a four-star expe-rience: gas- or battery-powered light-ing, daily laundry service, and hotshowers provided by stewards who boilwater and fill your cistern on demand.

Among Tanzania’s few permanentcamps is Sayari, which is operated byAsilia and listed as one of the top fivenew luxury lodgings in Africa. It’s locatedin a remote valley five miles from the border of Kenya, home tothe Kuria tribe. A mobile camp that found its permanent homejust four years ago, Sayari is something of an anomaly amongAfrican camps. Its 15 tented structures are shaped like the largetabletop mountain called Turner’s Hill (after Miles Turner, thefirst warden of the Serengeti), visible in the distance. The tentsare outfitted Asian-style with teak floors, shoji screen walls andmassive marble tubs to wash away the residue from the raw,dusty plains. It’s a bit disconcerting to be in one of these tubs

when a leopard passes by, but the smallcreature comforts far outweigh thepredatory creature discomforts. (Sayari,like most camps, provides each guestwith his own private askari, or nightwatchman, to guard against wild animalattacks.)

Unlike Sayari’s Zen Buddhist vibe, fewsites scream Africa more than LamaiSerengeti, a one-year-old permanent campdeveloped by Nomad Tanzania on the rocky

Kogakuria Kopje peaks, just a fewmiles from where the great migrationacross the Mara river begins.Honored with the 2013 Best NewProperty in Africa award, it boasts12 sumptuously appointed thatchedroof structures, each with its ownwraparound deck. Resident gamelingers just outside at sun up, andduring the day the playful vervetmonkeys can be spotted feast-ing on the sour plums that dan-gle from the native Ole Lamaitrees, from which the campgets its name.

day. Those initial hours on safari are the most adrenaline-filled,especially as you catch your first glimpse of the big five — lion,rhino, leopard, buffalo and elephant — everyone comes to see.Once you’ve spotted them, usually within hours, your mind willopen to Africa’s other amazing flora and fauna.

Lavish lunches and dinners after each drive offer the perfectopportunity to reflect in solitude or share stories with fellow trav-elers. And at day’s end, a surprise sundowner cocktail — a nightlyAfrican tradition — always awaits where and when you leastexpect it.

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MY OWN PRIVATE AFRICAOne of the best ways for families to see Africa is to rent a private home or anexclusive-use camp through one of the many custom travel operators thatserve the continent. Among them is Aardvark, a Solana Beach, California-based travel outfitter that recently listed Sirai House among its properties.Located at the foot of the snow-capped Mount Kenya in the private 30,000-acre Borana Ranch conservancy, Sirai House is a massive estate that includessix ensuite bedrooms, a drawing room, a library, a gym, a private cinema anda 3,000-bottle wine cellar, among other lavish features. Like some otherpalatial African house rentals – including Cottar’s House in Kenya, LittleMombo in Botswana, and Luangwa House in Zambia – Sirai House has a full-time kitchen staff, butler service and equestrian specialists who oversee theproperty’s stables. Custom safari vehicles, walking excursions led by one ofthe country’s top guides and game viewing on horseback are also available ondemand at Sirai House. Rentals start at $10,000 per night for up to six guests,with a three night minimum stay. Up to 12 dditional guests pay an extra$1,600 per night per guest. Children under 12 stay for $800 per night.

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enormous by anyone’s standards. At both Olakira and Serengeti

THERE’SNOTHINGBASICABOUT IT.

A classic suit can take youanywhere. Try these looks with a medium to dark gray suit in a loftier fabric. (Note the shorter,slimmer jacket and fittedtrousers.) Here, 9 ways to wear it.

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POWER PLAY1Everyone willknow you meanbusiness ina silk tieand a crispwhite shirt.

Take off your tieand relax a little. Afun pocket squareadds personality.


CREATIVE TYPE3Colorful checksand a solid tiewith texture areanything butboring.


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THE JACKETLAYERED LUXE4When temperaturesdrop, add burgundycords and a camelcashmere sweater tokeep you warm allseason.


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CASUAL COOL5Worn with darkdenim, a stripedsport shirt andsneakers give yourjacket new life.


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ATTENTION TO DETAILis what has turned Eton into one of the world’s finest shirt makers. Founded in 1928 by husband and wife Annie and David Pettersson, Eton’s dedicated belief in quality and

craftsmanship has helped spread their story from the small village in Gånghester in the west of Sweden to some of the world’s most exclusive stores. Today, Eton is still run by the

Pettersson family and remains loyal to its heritage as a specialist shirt maker.

celebrating 85 years of fine shirt making 1928–2013


GIFT CARDSA Mitchells/Richards/Marshs gift card is the gift that always fi ts! Our gift cards are available for purchase in store or over the phone, in any denomination. If you can’t make it to the store, just give us a call — we’ll wrap the gift card up and ship it to the recipient for you!HOME DELIVERY

We understand your busy schedule and want to do all we can to lessen the demands on your time. This is why we provide local delivery to your residence, or anywhere in the United States. If you need it in a pinch, count on us to be there.

CLOSET CLEANINGIn order to help you better integrate your new seasonal purchases with the old, we off er our clients a complimentary closet consultation. One of our professional sales associates will personally visit your home to inventory your closet, providing suggestions on how to creatively mix and match your existing wardrobe. One of our experienced tailors can also be on hand, to provide any fi tting or re-adjustments you may need. And if you so desire, we will provide a photographic catalogue of your wardrobe for further reference.

EXPERTISEOur long-term sales associates have been with us for an average of 16 years, and are passionate about counseling our customers and advising them on all clothing and accessory matters. They are willing to go the extra mile to ensure that your shopping experience is a pleasant one, and they’ll even take a trip to your home or offi ce to give you a personal closet consultation, providing suggestions on how to creatively mix and match your existing wardrobe.

ABUNDANT PARKINGTo ensure your shopping experience is as stress-free as possible, we provide you with ample complimentary parking that is both convenient and secure — a real luxury in downtown Greenwich.

CAPPUCCINO & WATER BARIn the hectic world in which we live, many simple pleasures are lost. Sometimes a hot cup of coff ee, or a friendly, familiar face is the best comfort for the soul. We’re happy to provide both, and more.

COMPLIMENTARY ALTERATIONSIn order to ensure that the fi t is just right, we off er complimentary alterations on all of our clothing. Down to the detail of the stitching, we ensure each article is tailored specifi cally to you. Our on-site team of world-class tailors is ready to assure that you always bring home a perfect fi t.

BUILDING RELATIONSHIPSDeveloping lasting personal relationships helps our sales associates select items that they know you will enjoy, and ease your shopping experience.

PICTURE PERFECTTrust our professional sales associates to put together the ultimate outfi t and coordinate you from head to toe. To alleviate confusion when you get home, we will happily photograph your ensembles, providing a catalogue you can refer to time after time.

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SERVICE IS PARAMOUNT.It impacts every facet of our business, from our ability to bring you world-class fashions to the friendly, knowledgeable sales associates who help and guide you. You, our customers and friends, are ultimately at the heart of all that we do, and we strive to constantly exceed your expectations. If for some reason you feel that the level of service we provide does not meet your expectations, please let us know.

BUTTON UP A loose thread or button can be just the thing that unravels your day. Bring in any suits or outerwear with buttons that need assistance, and we’ll re-attach or tighten them for you, on site and free of charge. We like to see you looking your best, down to the details.

BY APPOINTMENTOur personal shoppers are available to make your experience here as eff ortless as possible. For your convenience, they will pre-select a wardrobe to fi t your clothing needs, placing the garments in a private fi tting room. Once our associates have learned your style and needs, they can keep an eye out for specifi c items you might be looking for in the future. Call Debbi O’Shea at 203.622.0551 for more information.

IN AN EMERGENCYIf you fi nd yourself in a pinch after hours, dial the main store number and follow the prompts to be connected directly to one of our family’s home numbers. We’re always available to come to your rescue!

FAMILY FRIENDLYAs a family business, we feel that it is essential to create a shopping experience that can be enjoyed by the whole family. At Mitchells, Richards, and Marshs we provide interactive play areas so that your time with us can be more relaxed, and your children can still have fun.

RETURN POLICYWe have a liberal return policy, where you can bring your purchases back if you are not satisfi ed with them within a reasonable period of time. We want to make sure you love your new items when you get home, as much as you do in the store.

CLOTHING DONATIONS Service is important to us, not only in our store, but also in our community. We will help you clear out those unwanted items that have been cluttering up your closet, while providing for a good cause. All discarded items will be donated to a local charity — we will coordinate the donation and make the delivery ourselves.

COMPLIMENTARY GIFT WRAPWe off er complimentary gift-wrapping for your purchases, on any day you want. You concentrate on choosing the perfect gift; we’ll do the rest.

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