Town & Country articles from November 2005

Town & Country archives from November 2005

Palm Beach story.(travel information)
November 1, 2005... PALM BEACH has been an integral part of Town & Country ever since the resort's inception, in the 1890s. As Newport was the summer resort of rich Americans in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, so Palm Beach became its winter counterpart,...

Keeping the faith.(In Your Own Words ...)(Letter to the Editor)
November 1, 2005... Thank you for devoting Town & Country's June issue to philanthropy. It gave me a sense that we are not alone when we get involved in causes to help fellow human beings. In the scary times in which we live, I think the issue's overall message...

Frankly speaking.(Letter to the Editor)
November 1, 2005... Town & Country's August issue was one of the most enjoyable we've read. David Brown's feature, "The Fabulous Frank," made our day. Sinatra was a big part of our family's musical life. His style will never be duplicated. Sinatra also did a...

Star man.(Letter to the Editor)
November 1, 2005... I thoroughly enjoyed reading about Jeff Bridges in August ["Always in Character," by Annette Tapert]. However, I didn't see a reference to the film Seabiscuit, in which he played automobile magnate Charles Howard. It's a movie I enjoy watching...

Manners for all reasons.(Letter to the Editor)
November 1, 2005... As a jacket-and-tie man, I particularly enjoyed William Zinsser's article "Polite or Passe?" ["Social Graces," August]. Like Zinsser, I will continue to try to be a gentleman, either because I was brought up to be one or because I'm of a...

Read smart, shop smart.(Letter to the Editor)
November 1, 2005... After thirty years of traveling around the world, my husband and I finally settled in New York. Having a life full of friends, family and social functions, I always engage personal shoppers. After much difficulty, I found one in New York who...

Correction.(In Your Own Words ...)(Correction Notice)
November 1, 2005... The correct Web address for Skinklinic (September, "Beauty & Health," page 162) is skinklinic.com.

Leslie Greene.(scene & be seen: A calendar of events, trunk shows and benefits taking place at a store or location near you)
November 1, 2005... Indulge in the elegance of fall with opulent statement pieces from Leslie Greene fine jewelry, Bold gemstones in vibrant jewel tones and spicy autumn hues are set in the warmth of yellow gold for the most luxurious pieces complementing every...

Cole Haan.(scene & be seen: A calendar of events, trunk shows and benefits taking place at a store or location near you)
November 1, 2005... Shop Cole Haan for the holidays at four exciting new locations. In October, a women's exclusive store premieres at Houston Galleria. In November, Cole Haan opens at The Shops at Green Hills, Nashville and at NorthPark Mall, Dallas; and in...

Laura Munder.(scene & be seen: A calendar of events, trunk shows and benefits taking place at a store or location near you)
November 1, 2005... Laura Munder 18-karat yellow and white gold brooch set with Mandarin garnet, orange sapphires, Keshi pearls and diamonds. Available at the Laura Munder Boutique, Bergdorf Goodman and select Neiman Marcus stores. Retail $39,500. For more...

Chic-wood.(PARTIES: Swan Ball)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2005... Fountain of Success: Maxwell House money built Cheekwood in the 1930s, but since the 1960s, when the fifty-five-acre Nashville estate became a public art museum and botanical garden, the Swan Ball (named for a fountain on the property) has...

Raymond Weil.(scene & be seen: A calendar of events, trunk shows and benefits taking place at a store or location near you)
November 1, 2005... RAYMOND WEIL GENEVE Sure to bring out personal radiance, the new Shine collection by Raymond Well illuminates with sleek luxury. Shine is highlighted by a diamond dial, and to personalize the mood, it offers an interchangeable steel...

Alito.(scene & be seen: A calendar of events, trunk shows and benefits taking place at a store or location near you)
November 1, 2005... Alito Simply breathtaking Exquisitely seamless, The Alito collection merges cutting edge technology, contemporary styling and superb craftsmanship to create wearable works of art. Appealing to a sophisticated buyer, The Alito...

Di MODOLO.(actress Tea Leoni joins with designer for the launch of Triadra Collection jewelry)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2005... She's Back! Di MODOLO and lovable actress Tea Leoni have joined forces again to help raise awareness for UNICEF, a charity for which Tea is a dedicated Ambassador. Tea's amazing spirit and million dollar smile bring the new "Triadra Collection"...

CYMA.(scene & be seen: A calendar of events, trunk shows and benefits taking place at a store or location near you)
November 1, 2005... CYMA since 1862 Stand out in this elegant timepiece from CYMA's "Athena" collection. Extremely versatile yet appropriate for any occasion, the watch is available in 18k yellow or white gold. For a jeweler nearest you, please call...

Bonjour, Seattle.(Patrons of Northwest Civic, Cultural and Charitable Organizations, shortly PONCHO's fundraiser)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2005... Patron Power: Seattle may be better known for grunge rock than for classical music, but the efforts of the nonprofit PONCHO have definitely put the more traditional art forms on the city's map. PONCHO (Patrons of Northwest Civic, Cultural and...

Betting on a cause.(Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center's annual gambling party at Manhattan's Skylight Studios)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2005... Ante Up: Carolina Herrera and Cartier sponsored the Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center's annual gambling party, held this year at Manhattan's Skylight Studios, in Tribeca. The event--which had the theme "Aces Are Wild"--featured a silent...

Fall 2005 trunk shows.(scene & be seen: a calendar of events, trunk shows and benefits taking place at a store or location near you)(Calendar)
November 1, 2005... FALL 2005 TRUNK SHOWS October 28-31 Kriegsman Furs Greensboro, NC 336.272.1322 Designer in attendance October 12-17 Benzing-Charlebois Calgary, Alberta 403.229.1431 November 25-27 Augustina...

JBSTAR.(scene & be seen: a calendar of events, trunk shows and benefits taking place at a store or location near you)
November 1, 2005... Step out of the box with JB Star's original design featuring fancy shape natural diamonds all handcrafted in platinum, 18k yellow and rose gold accents. Please visit jbstar.com for more beautiful original designs or call 800.223.2277 for an...

Sephora: the beauty authority & Town&Country.(scene & be seen: a calendar of events, trunk shows and benefits taking place at a store or location near you)
November 1, 2005... Invite you to get glowing--your skin and smile, that is. You'll receive a one-on-one smile consultation and whitening prescription from GoSMILE[TM] founder Dr, Jonathan Levine, America's leading Smile Beauty expert and the man behind some of...

Doncaster.(scene & be seen: a calendar of events, trunk shows and benefits taking place at a store or location near you)
November 1, 2005... The Doncaster collection for fall 2005 brings together the elements of a perfect wardrobe composed of beautiful favorites. It is available by appointment only with consultants in your community. To find a consultant near you, please call...

Concord Mariner[R].(scene & be seen: a calendar of events, trunk shows and benefits taking place at a store or location near you)
November 1, 2005... The spectacular new Concord Mariner[R] sport luxury collection is rich in heritage and refined in appeal. Revealing a sophisticated elegance and resonating with the confidence of individual style, the Ladies' Concord Mariner in stainless steel...

Antonini.(scene & be seen: a calendar of events, trunk shows and benefits taking place at a store or location near you)
November 1, 2005... ANTONINI MILANO A unique design from the new 2005 Antonini Panama collection. Rings with pave diamonds shown in amethyst, smoky quartz and green amethyst. Also available in a variety of different color gemstones. For more information,...

Pink prevails.(Breast Cancer Research Foundation's annual fundraiser)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2005... Hot Topic: The Breast Cancer Research Foundation's annual "Hot Pink" fundraiser is always the organization's biggest and most glamorous. This year the group, which Evelyn Lauder started in 1993, turned up the heat considerably, transforming the...

A Burberry bash.(Burberry Challenge Cup)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2005... Perfect Match: For the third year running, Burberry, the 149-year-old British luxury retailer, hosted the Burberry Challenge Cup polo match. The pleasantly posh afternoon, which included English tea, took place at the Cirencester Polo Club, in...

Chicago celebrates.(PARTIES: Fundraisers in Chicago)
November 1, 2005... A series of wonderful events swept through the Windy City this past spring and summer, as one fete after another raised funds for some of Chicago's most important organizations. The city's Boys & Girls Clubs' summer ball transported guests back...

Snowy and bright.(ON THE TOWN)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2005... Last year New York was given a brilliant holiday icon designed by lighting genius Ingo Maurer and made by the French masters at Baccarat. The UNICEF SNOWFLAKE, suspended at the intersection of Fifth Avenue and 57th Street, had a symbolic...

Seasons greetings.(ON THE TOWN)
November 1, 2005... It is impossible to overstate the dizzying pleasure of leaving the Four Seasons Hotel in Istanbul and finding the Old City's two most glorious surviving monuments--the Blue Mosque and the Hagia Sophia--right around the corner, in Sultanahmet...

Goodness graces!(Modern Manners)(Brief Article)(Book Review)
November 1, 2005... "Good manners and polite people are scarce, outnumbered by boors and bullies who manage to get their way by pushing and shoving, ranting and raving and making a fuss." So writes Town & Country editor in chief Pamela Fiori in her introduction to...

State of the union.(ON THE TOWN)
November 1, 2005... Twenty years of great food and bonhomie seem to have flashed by at Danny Meyer's UNION SQUARE CAFE, a small, unassuming restaurant that has managed in its lifetime to (1) land an annual spot on various lists of the best New York restaurants;...

A jewel called Julienne.(ON THE TOWN)
November 1, 2005... A cozy card situated in the San Gabriel Valley community of San Marino, California, JULIENNE is where locals go to sample the essence of Mediterranean cooking. Under the watchful eyes of the mother-and-daughter team of Susan and Julie Campoy,...

Michelin takes Manhattan.(ON THE TOWN)(Michelin Guide New York City 2006)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2005... For more than eighty years, thumbing through Michelin's thick red guides has been a rite of dining out abroad. This month the venerable French company takes on New York, with the release of its first American tome, MICHELIN GUIDE NEW YORK CITY...

Raizy for you.(ON THE TOWN)
November 1, 2005... The women of the Windy City now have a new place to snap up hard-to-find cosmetics and luxury lingerie. RAIZY, located in Chicago's trendy Bucktown neighborhood, looks like a boudoir, complete with pink wails, chandeliers and slipcovered...

In last month's "On The Town," we included a story about some of the great restaurants of New Orleans and the ghosts that have been said to haunt them over the years.(EDITOR'S NOTE)
November 1, 2005... In last month's "On The Town," we included a story about some of the great restaurants of New Orleans and the ghosts that have been said to haunt them over the years. It was called "Big Scares in the Big Easy," an innocent title at the time we...

Oh so Malo.(winterwear launches)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2005... Since 1972 MALO, the Italian luxury-knitwear designer, has been known for its unique colors and patterns and for its innovative weaving techniques. Malo recently expanded its offerings beyond sweaters and scarves to include a full line of...

New England, A to Z.(Encyclopedia of New England)(Brief Article)(Book Review)
November 1, 2005... The mere mention of the word encyclopedia may trigger watering eyes and a yawn that cannot be suppressed. But the Encyclopedia of New England (Yale University Press; $65) is a lively and wonderfully organized guide to the region's history,...

Wholly terroir.(vineyards in Napa Valley)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2005... Far from being one homogenous territory, Napa Valley is a collection of vastly different grape-growing areas. The northern part of the valley, for instance, gets quite hot (all the better for Cabernet Sauvignon), while the Carneros region, in...

Stable environment.(Gardy Bloemers' design work)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2005... Gardy Bloemers fell in love with horses as a young girl in Virginia and was a serious competitor in equestrian shows by the time she was a teenager. After college, she entered the world of international banking in Germany and the U.K. But...

Centennial Cranberry Farm.(FRESH CRANBERRIES)
November 1, 2005... Ripe crimson berries, harvested on the CENTENNIAL CRANBERRY FARM in Michigan's Upper Peninsula, are shipped without ever having been frozen. Some of the original vines on the farm, which the House family has run for nearly 130 years, still...

Zingerman's.(LEFTOVERS)
November 1, 2005... Be a hero, not just a houseguest, with ZINGERMAN'S Turkey Rescue Kit--leftover turkey and assembly required. Loaves of crusty farm and chewy rye bread, two-year-old sharp cheddar and nutty sliced Swiss cheese, plus jars of Dijon and tangy...

An old-fashioned turkey.(Thanksgiving Troubleshooting)
November 1, 2005... Banish that factory-farmed big bird. Tasty farm-raised historical breeds like the Bourbon Red and American Bronze are available through Heritage Foods USA. From eight to nineteen-plus pounds at $99 to $189, including shipping. 212-980-6603;...

Don't like pumpkin pie?(desserts)(Buyers Guide)
November 1, 2005... Don't like pumpkin pie? Consider (from top) a four-pint pack of Thanksgiving flavors--creamy pumpkin and chestnut gelati and cranberry and concord-grape sorbets--from New York's IL LABORATORIO DEL GELATO ($60 plus shipping; 212-343-9922;...

Wine.(Thanksgiving Troubleshooting)
November 1, 2005... It's sparkling, but don't let the bubbles fool you. The 2000 WEINGUT RATZENBERGER BACHARACHER KLOSTER FURSTENTAL RIESLING BRUT SEKT, a firm, steely Riesling, is drier than Champagne and complex enough to enhance any seasonal flavor on your...

Tamara Mellon.(Jimmy Choo)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2005... OCCUPATION: Founder and president of Jimmy Choo, the high-fashion shoe and handbag line. BACKGROUND: Born and raised in London, Mellon formerly worked as the accessories editor of British Vogue, where she met the Malaysian cobbler Jimmy Choo....

Miss Trish of St. Moritz.(FASHION & STYLE: News)
November 1, 2005... Just in time for winter: a MISS TRISH OF ST. MORITZ line of chic and spirited boots. Pony skin with fox fur and leather applique ($1,380), at gregmillsltd.com.

All we want for November is.(FASHION & STYLE: News)
November 1, 2005... All We Want November Is... to greet the holidays in a spectacular gown. VALENTINO's sexy silk-taffeta dress with a formfitting bodice and a ruffled hem ($17,950) signals the start of a celebration. At Valentino, NYC, 212-772-6969.

Vera Wang.(FASHION & STYLE: News)
November 1, 2005... Not only did VERA WANG win the CFDA's Womenswear Designer award this year; she's launching a lingerie line for spring and has a ready-to-wear resort collection (above) that epitomizes elegance. Crinkle-chiffon dress ($2,680);...

Beyond the slopes.(Trend Watch)(Advertisement)
November 1, 2005... Designers are taking their cues this season from a favorite winter sport, creating fur collections inspired by such skiwear staples as down jackets and puffer vests. From left: J. MENDEL sheared-mink down coat ($14,500), at J. Mendel boutiques,...

Louis Vuitton: The Birth of Modern Luxury.(Brief Article)(Book Review)
November 1, 2005... Rich with historical photos and contemporary interviews, LOUIS VUITTON: THE BIRTH OF MODERN LUXURY (Abrams; $125), by Paul-Gerard Pasols, documents the 150-year growth of a fashion powerhouse from its first canvas-topped trunk to its eventual...

Resort essentials.(FASHION & STYLE)
November 1, 2005... A flowing print dress, a golden bag and a sexy swimsuit--here are nine items you can't vacation without. Clockwise from top right: SUSAN VAN DER LINDE fringed Santa Fe hat ($675). MILLY silk-chiffon halter dress ($410). GUCCI horse-bit-print...

The Mercedes-Benz Bridgehampton Polo Challenge, sponsored by Town&Country, August 6th, Bridgehampton, NY.
November 1, 2005... Thank you to our valued sponsors: Brooks Brothers, Franck Muller, Kallista, Penny Preville and ProTravel. Penny Preville: Marjorie Schragel, National Account Manager; Carrie Dawes, Vice President of Sales; Penny Preville Designer; Jay...

Cherished finds.(FASHION & STYLE)(Buyers Guide)
November 1, 2005... Bags embroidered with rhinestones, sequins and other flourishes are like gleaming treasures. Clockwise from top left: LAMBERTSON TRUEX satin Country Rose clutch ($895). TORY BY TRB rhinestone Sunflower clutch ($598), CALVIN KLEIN COLLECTION...

Palm Beach: Shopping Paradise.
November 1, 2005... Palm Beach--a tiny island gem off the Atlantic--boasts some of the finest boutiques and specialty stores in the world. It's a true shopper's paradise. Just in time for the holidays, the November issue of Town&Country TRAVEL presents an...

Feelin' easy.(designer thong sandals)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2005... These embellished thong sandals make walking in style a breeze. Clockwise from top right: KATE SPADE Kimora ($375). OSCAR DE LA RENTA jeweled-ring thongs ($520). BRIAN ATWOOD Ashanti Bis ($400). MISS TRISH OF CAPRI Symbol ($315). JIMMY CHOO...

Warm and toasty.(winterwear)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2005... Wearing the latest in luxurious hats, scarves and gloves, you'll be ready for winter's big chill. Clockwise from center: COACH leather gloves ($198), 866.262-2440. LORO PIANA cashmere hat ($190) and scarf ($350), 212-980-7961. ERMENEGILDO...

Holiday trimmings.(JEWELRY)
November 1, 2005... See what happens when you dangle a colorful briolette at the end of a delicate string of diamonds. Drop earrings, clockwise from top left: VERA WANG aquamarine ($5,900), at Bailey Banks & Biddle, 800-651-4222. PENNY PREVILLE aquamarine...

Opalescent.(jewelry)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2005... Who can resist the magical allure of the exotic opal? From left: TIFFANY & CO. bracelet with peridots set in 22k-gold ($75,000), 800-526-0649. TEMPLE ST. CLAIR Paisley pendant with moonstones and an 18k-gold chain ($21,275), 800-590-7985; Saks...

The art of timing.(new Vintage watch launched by Chopard )(Brief Article)
November 1, 2005... The new Vintage watch from Chopard is not for the shy or faint of heart. Hand-set with turquoise, coral, agate and onyx and accented with 786 brilliant-cut diamonds, the eye-catching timepiece was inspired by Chopard's Pasodoble watch, which...

Gratefully ours.(cosmetics)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2005... Thanksgiving--what better time to acknowledge the beauty bounty that has served us well during the past year: the scents that lift us out of bed in the morning and those miraculous cosmetics that remedy our less-than-attractive moments? Here's...

It's high time for tea.(Brief Article)
November 1, 2005... Steep your troubles away with aromatic tea infusions. From left: BATH BY BETTIJO Eucalyptus Spearmint tub tea with infuser ($24), 877-528-1584; bathbybettijo.com. COTE BASTIDE The Vanille crystal potpourri (in glass teacup; $48), at Aedes de...

Secret agents: La Mer devotees just can't keep a secret. Find out what they say about The Concentrate's double life.(ADVERTORIAL)(Advertisement)
November 1, 2005... When it comes to beauty product recommendations, beauty analysts, ads and infomercials have nothing on another woman's seal of approval; the highest blessing bestowed upon any product comes from within the ranks. She can be a total stranger...

New from Knoll.(BEAUTY & HEALTH)
November 1, 2005... We've all envied those celebrities who never have a hair out of place. But trust us, their tresses are far from perfect: achieving that well-coiffed look involves many harmful processes. Fortunately, salon owner STEPHEN KNOLL has a new...

Wexler widens her reach.(BEAUTY & HEALTH)
November 1, 2005... In-demand New York dermatologist PATRICIA WEXLER has long dispensed advice to the general public through a column in Allure and appearances on The Oprah Winfrey Show. Now she'll be at a Bath & Body Works store near you--well, her extensive...

A great read.(Laura Mercier's best-selling shades in book form)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2005... Makeup whiz LAURA MERCIER pulled together her best-selling shades (including her flattering Pink Champagne lip color) and a few delightful new ones into three compact volumes that travel as easily as a paperback. You can carry each Beauty Book,...

Tune in to good health.(screening of documentary, Rx for Survival: A Global Health Challenge)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2005... Set aside the evenings of November 1 through 3 for the phenomenal documentary Rx for Survival: A Global Health Challenge, an in-depth series on PBS presented by WGBH, Time, National Public Radio and Penguin Press. HIV/AIDS, obesity and...

Milk it.(Platineum Hydroxycal-Calcium)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2005... Along with building strong bones and teeth, milk strengthens skin. Its power nutrient, calcium, plays a central role in lipid production and thus increases skin density. But don't reach for the milk carton: Platineum Hydroxycal-Calcium ($132),...

Sleep on it.(Must-Dos for November)
November 1, 2005... FREDERIC FEKKAI Overnight Hair Repair ($195) replenishes your dry, damaged tresses while you rest. Natural ingredients such as edelweiss extract and wheat and rice proteins infuse limp locks with moisture and vitality. At Neiman Marcus stores;...

Wear Turquoise.(Must-Dos for November)
November 1, 2005... Accessorize with RALPH LAUREN's latest olfactory collection: Pure Turquoise ($38-$350), a "magical floral chypre" that captures the mystical nature of this sky-blue stone by combining earthen notes of patchouli and I silver-birch wood with...

Banish dry winter skin.(Must-Dos for November)
November 1, 2005... Devoted to CLE DE PEAU BEAUTE's La Creme? Then treat yourself to the company's newest indulgences: the Smoothing Body Exfoliator ($70), which polishes skin, and the Restorative Body Cream ($125), an extravagantly rich salve that leaves your...

Lift lightly, save time.(Must-Dos for November)
November 1, 2005... No more arm strain. Crushed tourmaline, a semiprecious gemstone, gives the T3 TOURMALINE Featherweight Dryer ($200) the non-damaging infrared heat it needs to cut your blow-drying time by 60 percent--and the 1,800-watt gadget weighs only...

Maximize your lips.(Must-Dos for November)
November 1, 2005... "Your mouth is your best tool for seduction; ignore it and you're passing up a tremendous advantage," says Olivier Echaudemaison, Guerlain's chief makeup designer. "Emphasize it during the holidays by choosing a new color. It will be your best...

Second skin.(BEAUTY & HEALTH)
November 1, 2005... "Enduringly divine and comfortable." No, those words aren't an endorsement for a mattress. Lancome printed that lavish praise on the front of its latest makeup bottle, but the statement applies equally to many new matte foundations. More than...

The chicks and the eggs.(A Few Good Eggs)(Brief Article)(Book Review)
November 1, 2005... Journalist Julie Vargo and literary agent Maureen Regan send this news flash to women nationwide: don't be fooled by the tabloid photos of Hollywood's forty-year-old new moms. A woman's fertility declines in her thirties, which means some of...

Don't sweat it.(BEAUTY & HEALTH)
November 1, 2005... Articles and e-mails keep telling us that antiperspirants--particularly their key ingredient, aluminum salts--cause breast cancer. The American Cancer Society (ACS) and the Breast Cancer Fund both maintain that no such evidence exists. More...

Flower power: a new crop of botanicals reveals the subject's perennial appeal.(ARTS & CULTURE)
November 1, 2005... BOTANICAL PICTURES have always been a hybrid (to use an apt term)--part illustration, part scientific documentation. As a result, they have been shunned by critics as too humble, too formulaic or, heaven forbid, too pretty (read: decorative)....

Marketplace.(antiques)(Brief Article)(Buyers Guide)
November 1, 2005... WHAT TO BUY: ANTIQUE BOTANICALS It's always summer in the floral prints of the great botanical illustrators of the 17th, 18th and early-19th centuries. Created for the leading scientific and horticultural compendiums of the day, these...

Always in bloom.(ARTS & CULTURE)(Advertisement)
November 1, 2005... Flora-inspired products and books bring a touch of green to any room. At right: Pillows by Pablo Mekis for BERGDORF GOODMAN, embroidered with lush succulents ($275 each; 800-558-1855; bergdorfgoodman.com). Below, clockwise from bottom left:...

The de Young.(design of new de Young museum in San Francisco)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2005... In 1999, when Switzerland's Jacques Herzog and Pierre de Meuron, best known for the Tate Modern, in London, first unveiled their design for the new de Young museum in San Francisco, almost no one claimed to like it. But as the building took...

The Walker Art Center.(Dynamic Duo: Architects Herzog and de Meuron dazzle with two new American museum projects)
November 1, 2005... While the de Young strives to strengthen its permanent collection, the Walker, in Minneapolis, has long been regarded as one of the country's foremost museums of contemporary art. "We weren't interested in creating an empty icon," Kathy...

Miami heat.(Dynamic Duo: Architects Herzog and de Meuron dazzle with two new American museum projects)
November 1, 2005... Last December such art-world luminaries as Eli Broad, David Hockney and a thousand trustees representing eighty museums (along with 32,000 "civilians") made a beeline for ART BASEL MIAMI BEACH. This year, from December 1 through 4, many of them...

Wine, dine, bid.(Dynamic Duo: Architects Herzog and de Meuron dazzle with two new American museum projects)(wine auction raises money for Lyric Opera of Chicago)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2005... If charity auctions had a hierarchy, the LYRIC OPERA OF CHICAGO'S wine auction would be a premier cru. Seven auctions have been held since 1988, staged by the Lyric's astute Women's Board; collectively they have added more than $3 million to...

A quiet Venice: grieving the loss of her husband, an author finds silence and solace here during a New Year's visit.
November 1, 2005... I HADN'T WANTED to come. It was December 2003, and since the death of my husband, Bob, two years earlier, I'd lost my tolerance for poignancy, and Venice traffics in the poignant. "But we'll be there for New Year's eve!" my daughter,...

Barging down the Mekong.(cruise down the Mekong River on Vat Phou)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2005... Boarding the VAT PHOU for a cruise down the Mekong River takes one back to an age when ladies carried parasols and gentlemen drank gin slings. However, the Vat Phou, which sails from Pakse, in Laos, to the 4,000 islands near the Cambodian...

Venice by the book.(In the Spirit of Venice)(In The City of Falling Angels)(Across the Bridge of Sighs: More Venetian Stories)(Brief Article)(Book Review)
November 1, 2005... Whether you're seeking a quiet Venice, like the one observed by Barbara Lazear Ascher (page 207), or a livelier one, you can find it in these three noteworthy glimpses into one of the world's most enchanting destinations. * Alexis Gregory's In...