by Brooke Alpart On June 21, the Mashomack International Polo Challenge took place in Pine Plains, New York. The high-spirited event began at noon with a Louis Roederer champagne reception, while Mashomack’s “Young Guns,” ages eight and up, rode their hearts out in a rousing exhibition match. A tented field-side luncheon and the exciting eight-goal …
Month: June 2014
Midtown is more happening, thanks to David Burke Group and the introduction of their “it” spots at the Archer Hotel (47 West 38th Street): DAVID BURKE fabrick and Spyglass Rooftop Bar. The name of DAVID BURKE fabrick is derived from “faber,” which translates from Latin to mean “artisan”—a word exemplified by the fare of the restaurant as well …
Influential New Yorkers gathered to raise a glass to BLADE, the first all-digitally powered aviation service. For the first time in history, New Yorkers are able to fly between Manhattan and the Hamptons by helicopter in as little as 30 minutes by using a mobile app. BLADE allows travelers to purchase a single seat or …
by Alex R. Travers Alvin Valley is the best friend a young student could have. He’s funny, hilariously so, while keeping his ambitions high and his fashion business grounded in a grueling, competitive landscape. Two years ago, he relaunched his eponymous brand, which makes ready-to-wear clothing for women with an emphasis on creating “the perfect …
by Alex R. Travers Before Dunhill was praised for its men’s wear, England’s Alfred Dunhill had become an icon of the automotive and tobacco industries, a gentleman who celebrated creativity and claimed to sell “everything for the car but the motor.” He peddled horns, lamps, leather overcoats, goggles, picnic sets, and timepieces, developing a new …
by: Brooke Alpart Last week, Michael Arenella & His Dreamland Orchestra hosted the ninth annual Jazz Age Lawn party on New York’s Governor’s Island. At the event, there were more than 9,000 free-spirited flappers and well-dressed gents who flocked to the recently refurbished island. This fashionable two-day fête has become the quintessential outdoor celebration of the …
by Alex R. Travers These days, it feels like craftsmanship takes a back seat to shock value. Fashion audiences yawn you off and the media focuses its attention on what’s trending. Tomas Maier’s eponymous line has been flying under the radar since 1997, now getting loads of press because of Kering’s investment. Lucky for him, …