March 2009

Letter from the Editor
Letter from the Publishing Team
Binn Shot

Sometimes It Just Clicks
Net-a-Porter founder Natalie Massenet has changed the face of online retail.

Invitation Only
Yearning for hassle-free sample-sale shopping? Find it online at the latest trend, Gilt Groupe.

In-Herited Talent
Power Mixologist

Broadway's HEAT WAVE
Power Revival

French Connection
Power Designer

Moving Picture
Power Director

Triple Threat


The Belle Curve
Designer Shoshanna Gruss, known for her size-mixable swimsuits, is a class act—and the class mom, too.

Fashion Rocks
The late Stephen Sprouse and his iconic, instantly recognizable looks had a resounding impact on the world—and on me.

Lift Every Voice
Vital Voices Democracy Initiative celebrates all that women have achieved—and have yet to achieve.

Mix Masters
The arts-and-crafts look goes upscale in the season’s chicest mixed-media pieces.

Checks and Balances
Gingham isn’t just for picnics anymore.

Renaissance Woman
Nili Lotan, a veteran of fashion companies like Nautica and Ralph Lauren, has worked with a wide range of women’s styles. In her designs, seemingly opposing life experiences—being a fashion student in Tel Aviv and serving two years in the Israeli Air Forc

Wild Life
Safari-inspired styles channel the Serengeti.

Time Warp
Go back to the future in sleek silver.

The Shape of Things
Deco-inspired jewels add a dash of geometry.

Some Cheeky Little Numbers
This spring, pinks and purples are all the rage— especially when it comes to time.

Inside Nanette Lepore's Bag


Miami Getaway


English Elegance


Three's Company
A few trends you won’t want to miss this season.

Babies in Bloom
Delight your new arrival with some springtime treasures.

Wildflowers
Racy pinks, rich browns, and flashes of green come together to create spring’s freshest face.

Spring Awakening
New eyelashes, new hair products, new fragrances— say goodbye to the old and hello to the new treats in beauty.

Rainbow Bright
Lighten your living space with shiny, happy furnishings.

That's Classic
Accessories guru Steve Madden’s spring collection offers sophisticated staples while retaining its renowned youthful energy.

All in the “Family”
Circa’s Chris Del Gatto and David Cornstein meld their personal and professional relationship to fashion a stunning company

Grade A
Claremont Prepatory School gets its kids ready for anything

Coming to the Canyon
Why make spa visits an infrequent treat when you can own a piece of the relaxed lifestyle all year long?

Designed in Mind
Nightclub impresario Mark Baker takes us on an all-access “behind the velvet rope” tour of his late-night hot spot, the ultra-lounge known as Mansion.

Weathering the Storm
During difficult times, keeping your calm— not to mention your perspective—is essential. Renowned psychotherapist and author Sheenah Hankin tells us how.

High-Minded
From Gansevoort to 20th Street, we look at the building boom along the park.

11211
Transformed over the past decade by an infusion of youth and creative energy, Brooklyn’s Williamsburg neighborhood is a buzzing artsy enclave just swimming distance from Manhattan. (Not that we’d recommend trying.)

Screen Green
From skin and spas to responsible travel, there isn’t a corner of your life that can’t be made more eco-friendly.

Tickled Pink
Quite common in India, a pink and orange palette feels fresh and new right here in NYC. So follow design maven Madeline Weinrib’s advice and spice up your home with these favorite items for spring.

Are You Being Served?
With brand-new in-building concierge services, business offi ces are well taken care of—and that’s just the way they like it.

Not the Usual Grind
Is an adventurous couple straying too far with their favorite burlesque queen, or just far enough to keep things interesting? Let’s find out!

A Breath of Fresh Fare
Economic turmoil! Global instability! With so much up for grabs, at least you can depend on these new Gotham eateries for a decent meal—and then some.

What's at Steak
Steak Frites serves a satisfying meal by any measure.

Chemistry Lesson
At Soho’s Tailor, Eben Freeman and Sam Mason add some science to your cocktail.

¡Viva Rioja!
Spain’s Rioja region boasts architectural tours de force and luxe lodgings. Its true calling card, however, is supple, well-priced, ready-to-drink red wines.

High (Tech) Style
You sometimes mix business with pleasure, so why not form with function?

Prime Selection
Fashion giant Giorgio Armani plants his newest—and largest—boutique in our fair city, complete with exclusive Fifth Avenue goodies.

Tricks of the Trade
Renowned craftsman Frank Carfaro leads the pack in home-design trends with Desiron, his ultrachic line of furnishings.

Design for Living
Feast your eyes this month on a world of vibrant artwork, Japanese animation, haute couture, and… house dresses?

Beyond Belief
Zoë Heller’s marvelously realized new book, The Believers, dissects a hyperliberal New York family whose true identity oozes out as its convictions are put to the test.

Home, Sweet Home
Get your house in order by visiting some of New York’s chicest interior shops.

Glow All Out
A well-designed lighting scheme perfectly accents any decorative motif. Whether you’re in the market for residential, event, corporate, or beyond, we found the city’s best custom-design firms.

Spring Fever
Excitement abounds as the stars get fired up.