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Shopping Just Got Better While others are contract-ing, Boyds is changing and expanding. 40I CON:

Grace Kelly From behind veiled hats and oversize sunglasses, the famous Philadelphian exuded a smoldering sensuality. 46Boyds Voices & Choices Our staffers routinely answer questions for Phillys most fashionable dressers. Just for fun, we posed five questions ourselves. 126Keeping Time Make an enduring style statement with an investment-quality wristwatch. 130The Sporting Life Revelstoke and Kicking Horse are North Americas new frontier of lift-served skiing. 135Grape Rich and inky, Clos Triguedina is a gorgeous Malbec from Cahors in southwest France. 140Good Company Whos who at recent events hosted by Boyds. 144

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Invitation to Style Unveiling a better Boyds 12The Boyds Guide The scent of seduction Boot force Italian flair on Chestnut Manolo and you Chocolate without bounds Behar necessity: the perfect shirt and more! 15Tie One On! Freshen your wardrobe with some new neckwear. 28The Essential Suit Hand-tailored details and

refined design are hallmarks of Trussini. 30Five Favorites for Fall A pop of red and the return of leggings are just two of the trends we endorse. 32Feet Wont Fail You Now Classic mens shoe styles have been reworked on modern lines. 34Stand Tall This Fall Zippers, grommets

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Editor & Publisher MARK DOWDEN

Creative Director AMY A. DOWDEN

Art Director STEPHEN M. VITARBO

Fashion Editor ALYSSA DEVORE

Associate Fashion Editors FRANDAMBROSIO, JENNIFER DOSS, SEAN

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Assistant Fashion Editors CANDICE DYER,PATRICK GIGLIOTTI

Contributing Editors JENNIFER CENICOLA,LAUREN FORD, CYNTHIA HURLEY, JULIA

IRELAND, TIMOTHY KELLEY, MARIA

LISSANDRELLO, EVERETT POTTER

Contributing Photographers RICHARD BAUMAN, MICHAEL DWORNIK

Art Associate LAURA CARAMAGNA

Art Assistant PATRICE HORVATH

Corporate Editorial Director RITA GUARNA

National Advertising Manager SHAE MARCUS

Advertising Account ExecutivesJENNIFER DOSS, STEPHANIE STAIANO

Production Manager CHRISTINE HAMEL

Advertising Services ManagerTHOMAS RAGUSA

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Accounting AGNES ALVES, MAGDALENA SZARGUT

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President MARK DOWDEN

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Regional Sales Director DOUGLAS C. BARKER

Director of Marketing CHRISTOPHER KAEFER

Circulation Director LAUREN MENA

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Editorial Contributions:

Write to Editor, BOYDS, 110 Summit Avenue,

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email [email protected].

The magazine is not responsible for the return

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MONDAY to SATURDAY: 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. WEDNESDAY: 9:30 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Some things are predictable. Some

are not. And isnt that what makes

life interesting? At Boyds, our interest

is making sure you are readyat

least where your wardrobe is con-

cernedfor everything life doles out.

Its easy to find something to

wear, but its not always easy to find

the right thing. Thats what we do

best: find that elusive PERFECT

THING for each customer. When the occasion calls for black tie, we can help.

Fashionable dress? Think of us. Business attire? Weve got you covered.

And for those who dont have the time or inclination to figure out what

goes with what in their closet, we have a solution: We provide note cards that

list the best pairings, making it easy for our customers to dress well every day.

Over the past few months, we have been hard at work preparing to make your

shopping experience even better. We are keeping everything that you have come

to expect and enjoy: Exclusive merchandise Depth of selection Extraordinary customer service Knowledgeable sales associates Custom tailoring Valet parking

And we are building on what makes Boyds special. Look forward to these

changes this fall: A new mens shoe store, with the largest selection of mens designer

footwear in Philadelphia, now on the first floor An exciting mens contemporary sportswear store, featuring designer

shops by Gucci, Etro, Paul Smith, Armani Collezioni, Hugo Boss andRobert Graham, now located on the first floor

A new designer womens store on the third floor10,000 square feetof fashion!showcasing designer clothing, sportswear, special occa-sion dresses, shoes, handbags, designer denim and your favorite tees

All of these changes were made with the single goal of giving you the best

possible shopping experience. Stop by this fall and view all of the new changes

and all of the new fashion. We look forward to seeing you soon.

Boyds third-generation owners pose in

the atrium of the store (left to right:

Kent Gushner, Ralph Yaffe and Jeff Glass).

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Wit and whimsy from ROBERT GRAHAM

Theres nothing boring about a Robert

Graham shirt. Each vibrant design

combines embroidered detail with

printed or woven patterns, typically

in eye-catching combinations. The

distinctive styles refl ect the attitude

of designer Robert Stock, who

founded the line: Express yourself

without reservation, without explana-

tion, just feeling confi dent.

Recently Robert Graham has

expanded beyond shirts to include

other items of clothing and acces-

soriesall of which display the

trademark wit, boldness and playful

individuality of the brand.

To ensure that your own

wardrobe is party-ready,

check out the

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Graham shop

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You may think of mens fragrance as a modern invention, but guys have been wearing scent for thousands of yearsusually for the express purpose of driving women wild. The practice goes back at least to ancient Egypt, where men dabbed on musk oil, a proven aphrodisiac. In the centuries that followed, patchouli, sandalwood, vanilla, jasmine, myrrh and geranium all were found to be arousing to women, who are naturally endowed with a keener sense of smell than men. These natural scents found their way into mens fragrances, where they are still used today.

OK, so it may be simplistic to say that all men wear cologne with seduc-tion in mind. The main motivation may be to please ones partner, to project an aura of masculine power or even for ones own olfactory enjoyment.

Whatever the reason, we recommend choosing a refined scent as the finishing touch to your wardrobe. Boyds offers a selection of top brands,

including Creed, Tom Ford, Prada, Zegna and Acqua di Parma.

The scent of seduction and more

Winking at womens fashionYou cant see it in the picture here, but the image on the cover of Avedon Fashion 19442000 is printed holographically, so the model literally appears to wink at you as you walk by. This irresistible come-on is just a hint of the visual pleasures within. The lush new book chronicles the work of Richard Avedon, the most infl uential fashion photographer of all time.

Beginning in the late 1940s, Avedon bucked the conven-tion of stiff, motionless poses by encouraging his models to move and express themselves. He also forged such an intense connection with his subjects that he often left photo shoots embarrassed over the personal details they revealed to him. From Audrey Hepburn to Veruschka to Kate Moss, the book covers all of Avedons most iconic fashion models and images.

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Italian flair on Chestnut WE SERVE THE BEST HOMEMADE PASTA in Philadelphia, boasts Anthony Masapollo, owner of Le Castagne. Its what separates us from other Italian restaurants. Beyond savory pasta dishes such as gnocchi in white truffl e cream sauce, the menu at Le Castagne features secondi piatti that range from traditional (rabbit roulade stuffed with sausage, bell peppers and basil) to updated (fi let mignon atop gorgonzola crustini with caramelized onions), and classic desserts like the tiramisu above.

Other attractions are the charming atmosphere and attentive servicea reason, Masapollo believes, that Le Castagne shares many customers in common with Boyds. Proximity also helps: The restaurant is located just down the block at 1920 Chestnut Street. Castagne, of course, means chestnut in Italian. Call 215-751-9913 or visit www.lecastagne.com.

Trunk shows are a ves-tige of the early days of apparel retailing, when manufactur-ers representatives would visit stores with trunks full of the latest fashions, and store owners would choose the items that best suited their customers. Nowadays, we go straight to designers showrooms in Milan, Naples, New York and elsewhere to select merchandise for each season. But the trunk show lives ongiving you the opportunity to see and purchase items from the entire line. Here are some of the trunk shows coming up at Boyds.

ALL-ACCESS PASS: the trunk show

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Boot FORCEFrom Prada, Miu Miu and Gucci to Luciano

Padovan, Manolo Blahnik, Guiseppe Zanotti

and Tory Burch, the worlds leading designers of

womens shoes are in accord: The must-have

footwear for fall and winter is the boot.

Take the high road or the low roador both.

The new boots range from ankle-height to over-the-

knee and every length in between. All of these styles

are flattering. Low boots make the leg look longer,

while over-the-knee boots

are exceptionally versatile

(try them with skinny jeans

or tights and a miniskirt).

Boyds has stocked up

on boots from all of these

designers, and we invite

you to do the same.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 2

Robert Graham Contemporary sportswear

Mens Cashmere EventFeaturing sweaters, scarves, hats, gloves and more!

Armani Collezioni Clothing and custom shirts

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 3

Paul Smith Contemporary sportswear

Ermenegildo Zegna Clothing, custom shirts and leather accessories

Moore & Giles Leather luggage and accessories

Mel Gambert Custom shirts

Scott Kay Cuffl inks, studs and jewelry

Bailey 44 Womens contemporary fashions

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 7

Santoni Shoes

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 8

Samuelsohn clothing

Agnona Womens designer clothing

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 10

M Missoni Womens contemporary fashions

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 15

Escada Womens designer clothing

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 16

Ravazzolo Clothing


Diane von Furstenberg Womens contemporary clothing

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 22

Armani Womens designer clothing

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 23

Alice + Olivia Womenscontemporary clothing


Ike Behar Custom shirts

Tracey Mayer Custom jewelry for mencuffl inks, chains and bracelets

Tardini Exotic leather belts, bags and accessories

Canali

Bailey 44

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 23

Brioni Clothing, custom shirts, leather cases and accessories

Canali Clothing

Hamilton Custom shirts FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 25

Trussini Clothing

Individualized Shirts Custom shirts

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 26

Canali Clothing

Individualized Shirts Custom shirts

Creed Fragrances

Carrot and Gibbs Custom formal accessories

Jan Leslie Cuffl inks and studs

Chester Jefferies Custom gloves

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 30Isaia Clothing and custom shirts

Armani Collezioni Clothing and custom shirts

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 1

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MAX BRENNER HAS TROUBLE WITH BOUNDARIES: Chocolate seeps into every aspect of his life, and hes going with the fl ow. What started with a small chocolate shop in Israel 13 years ago has expanded to 28 namesake cafs stretching from Australia and Singapore to New York and, in his latest expansion, Philadelphia (15th Street between Walnut and Locust).

At Max Brenner: Chocolate by the Bald Man (and he is), youll fi nd the tastes, textures, smells, colors and culture of all things chocolate explored and glorifi ed. The menu is replete with chocolate drinks, soups, fondues, updated versions of nostalgic favorites (like urban smores) and ice cream concoctions that even confi rmed chocoholics might call over-the-top. Consider the Euphoria sundaeDeep chocolate peanut butter ice cream, dulce de leche ice cream, caramelized toffee bananas, pure choco-late chunks, milk chocolate sauce, warm peanut butter sauce and chunks of chocolate fudge brownie. Garnished with whipped cream and crunchy hazelnut bits. Served with extra peanut butter sauce and very pure milk chocolate ganache.

This would be a good time to take a deep breath.Max Brenner also serves savory dishes for brunch, lunch

and dinnersome of which do not escape the cocoa theme. We like the black & tan beer-battered Vidalia onion rings with dark chocolate ranch dipping sauce. Hey, any dish that combines deep frying with all fi ve major food groups (those being beer, onions, salt, sugar and chocolate) has got to be good!

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Few shoe designers have inspired as much worldwide devotion as Manolo Blahnik, whose new suede fringe pump is pictured below. Recently he took time for an interview with BOYDS.

Most women know Manolo shoes but not the man. What should they know about you?I hope women appreciate how

hard I work at making my shoes. Its my life and my passion. The character Carrie Bradshaw, obsessed with Manolos, dida lot to popularize them in thiscountry. Who are todays mostfamous wearers of your shoes?We never talk about our clientsbut many are well known. Whats special about your au-tumn/winter 2009 collection?Its about opulent romance. After all these money worries, I want women to enjoy seeing and wear-ing beautiful shoes.

Your shoes are famous not just for their innovative design but also for their craftsmanship. How do you ensure that?I spend fi ve months of the year in my factories in Italy, making sure the quality and fi t never change.

Manolo and you

Rolex-Fest 2009: Join us October 2324A Rolex timepiece is coveted for its superior reliability, fine craftsmanship and iconic design.

But beyond such attributes lies an extraordinary history of firsts to which few brands can

lay claim. For example, did you know Rolex unveiled the worlds first waterproof and

dustproof watch, the Oyster, in 1926? It featured a hermetically sealed case that worked

like a safe to protect the watchs intricate mechanism.

Water resistance has remained at the heart of the Rolex identity. Each Oys-

ter is waterproof 100 meters and is subjected to rigorous testing to ensure water-

resistance beyond its guaranteed depth; the Submariner Date is impermeable to a

depth of 300 meters. Pictured here is the handsome stainless steel and yellow gold

Submariner model.

Learn more about the anatomy and heritage of Rolex at Rolex-Fest 2009, October

23-24 at Govberg Jewelers at Boyds. During this weekend-long celebration, youll be able

to view literally hundreds of Rolex timepieces for both men and women.

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Behar necessity: the perfect shirtIKE BEHARS AMERICAN SUCCESS STORY began in Havana,

where he learned custom tailoring and shirt making in his

fathers shop. In 1952, with 20 years of life under his belt

and $50 in his pocket, he arrived in New York and offered to

work for a custom shirt maker for free to prove his skill. By

the end of the week he had a paying, permanent job, and

eventually he was able to buy the company.

For years Ike made shirts under contract for other la-

bels, including Ralph Lauren. It was only in the early 1980s

that Ike, his wife Regina, and their sons Steven, Alan and

Lawrence created the Ike Behar label. Thanks to high style,

quality craftsmanship and innovations such as the diamond

quilted collar, which extends durability, the brand quickly

become famous. Today, as one of the last family-owned

American shirt makers, Ike Behar crafts what have been

called the best of the better shirts. We think that once you

wear one, youll understand why.

Whats special about the

Akris punto fall collection?

Ive created uncomplicated,

sporty looks with a

timeless spirit. I think

todays clothes need

to be simple be-

cause our lives are

so complicated.

The collec-

tion evokes a

perspective where

sporty elegance

meets lightness, where

independence meets

sensuality, and where

todays sophistica-

tion meets a playful

nonchalance and wit.

You could call the look

classic with a twist.

Ill add that the clothes

are very comfortable and

wearable. In general, I feel

that if clothes are not wear-

able, they are not fashion.

Describe the kind of woman

you design for.

She always appears feminine. She

prefers clothes that are sincerely

comfortable, modern and chic. The

highest appreciation a woman

can get is that she looks

interesting, smart, timeless

and beautiful. I design

with that mindset.

What inspires your

designs?

I love architecture and

contemporary art. Both

offer inspiration for my work.

Creating fashion involves

shifting between stimulation

and concentration, quiet and

stress. That means plung-

ing into the energy of New

York, Tokyo or Paris, and then

I return to my quiet place in St.

Gallen to design.

Whats the best part of being a

designer?

To be able to create for a living.

And to work with a team of skilled,

motivated, creative people is

just fabulous.

THE SWISS ARE FAMOUS for perfectionism (think watchmakers) and discre-

tion (think banks). These admirable qualities are united in the Swiss fashion

house of Akris, a family-owned company whose sleek, refi ned clothes are

favored by Nicole Kidman and Princess Caroline of Monaco, to name just

two of the many high-powered devotees of this low-key label.

Many Boyds customers feel the same way about Akris designer

sportswear collection, called Akris punto. We asked designer Albert

Kriemler, who with his brother Peter runs the company founded by

their grandmother, to give us a preview of his fall line.

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The discreet charm of AKRIS PUNTO

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PASSIONATE about pantsTrousers from Incotex are like classical

architectureperfectly proportioned and

given structural integrity by a hundred

small details of construction, many of

which are invisible to the eye. From casual

cotton twills to gabardine dress pants, each

pair is worked by tailors until every detail

is just so.

Over the decades, Incotex has resisted

the urge to make anything but pants, con-

centrating instead on achieving total mas-

tery of one specialty item. The result is

that the Venetian maker now, ahem, wears

the pants in the mens luxury trouser

market. In fact, some top Italian design-

ers whose clothes you know contract with

Incotex to manufacture trousers for their

own labels. Drop by Boyds and see why

Incotex belongs in your closet.

Step up toSantandreamade-to-measureWhen Luca Trabaldo Togna, the fi fth-generation

head of the famed Trabaldo Togna textile mill,

was seeking tailors to do justice to his familys

premium fabrics, he decided to go large:

Three years ago he purchased Sartoria

Saintandrews, a 40-year-old fi rm in Milan,

and renamed it Santandrea. It employs 165

tailors, who still produce suits by hand.

A new service from Santandrea is

made-to-measure, which allows a customer to

order a suit based on his individual measure-

ments and preferences. Long popular in Italy,

even among men of relatively modest means,

made-to-measure is becoming the standard way

many American men buy their suits. I think its a

great upgrade in quality of life, says Togna.

Boyds is one of a handful of spots in North

America that offer Santandreas made-to-measure

service. It will take about six weeks for Santandreas

Milanese tailors to produce your custom, hand-tailored

suit, and youll fi nd it well worth the wait.

Exoticism YOU CAN CARRYJoyful, benevolent and fi lled with strength is how designer

Nancy Gonzalez describes the spirit of her handbag

collection. She could as well be describing herself.

This petite, soft-spoken mother of two made

a choice that is rare for women in her native

Colombia: She went into business. Employing

local artisans to craft her designs and develop

a model company, she has become

one of the most celebrated handbag

designers in the world.

Exoticisim is a word often

used to sum up the Nancy Gon-

zalez look, referring to her use of

precious skins in distinctive colors

and textures. Her handbags are

also elegant and timeless, offer-

ing, as the designer puts

it, the promise of

imperishable style.

Americas preeminent maker of neckwear,

Robert Talbott, started in 1950 as a cot-

tage business. Thats when the Talbotts,

Robert and Audrey, arrived in Carmel,

Calif., after a full life in New York and

Connecticut. Transplanting East Coast

sartorial tradition to the mellow Mon-

terey peninsula, Audrey was sew-

ing unique bow ties for Robert and

friends. The ties were such a hit that it

seemed natural to turn the hobby into

a business. Soon the couple was trav-

eling to Europe and Asia, hiring the

best silk mills to weave their designs.

Flash forward to the present:

Robert Talbott Inc. has become famous

for its shirts as well as its silks, and

Boyds carries both. Each season the

maker introduces literally hundreds of

unique necktie styles each season as part

of its Handsewn, Estate and Seven Fold collections.

The new ties are distinguished by their brilliant color, luxurious hand,

impeccable construction and elegant knotand theyre designed to go

perfectly with Robert Talbott shirts and pocket squares.

The quest for ultimate neckwear

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BLUE SUIT INITIATIVE

For every blue suit (or suit

or sportcoat of any color,

for that matter), sold from

September 28 through

October 3, Boyds will make a

donation to support our citys

protectors.

At left, Police Commissioner

Charles H. Ramsey (left) and

Mayor Michael Nutter (right)

joined recently at Boyds with

co-owner Jeff Glass to show

their appreciation of

the initiative.

Other area businesses are

joining Boyds in supporting

the Philadelphia Police Foun-

dation. Above, Commissioner

Ramsey poses with chef Chris

Scarduzio, owner of Table

31 restaurant. Below left

is Dana Spain, founder and

president of the foundation.

For Phillys fi nestBoyds makes a promise to support the men and women in blue

PHILADELPHIAS STRONG SENSE of community and great quality

of life are due in no small measure to the efforts of the Phila-

delphia Police Force and its foundation. The foundation provides

men and women of the force with much-needed new resources

not covered in the city budget, from bulletproof vests to more

sophisticated resources in dealing with todays criminals.

As part of Police Appreciation Week, Boyds will be donating

$10 to the Philadelphia Police Foundation for every suit, blazer

or jacket sold from September 28 through October 3. Pictured

above with Boyds co-owner Jeff Glass are Commissioner Charles

H. Ramsey and Mayor Michael Nutter, who gathered at Boyds to

express their appreciation for the stores avid support. Said Com-

missioner Ramsey, The department is extremely grateful for the

generous participation of local businesses, and we ask members

of the community take special note of ways to show support dur-

ing Police Appreciation Week.

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Leggings Vince black leggings are hot for fall. Pair them with everything from dresses

to sweaters (including this teal cashgora

zipper jacket from Akris Punto)!

A pop of red! Two great ways to pop: this Salvatore Ferragamo handbag with

chain and braided straps, and Manolo

Blahniks wool/suede/patent pump.

The big watch Make a statement with your timepiece. The Ladies

Gondolo Gemma by Patek Philippe

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Jewelers at Boyds.

Booties! Wear Giuseppe Zanottis mirror heel boot, and youll cause commotion coming and going.

Texture in accessories Go for a woven leather

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scarf by Etro.

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Step out in chic, supple style with

this classic Gravati loafer

Salvatore Ferragamo

puts a high gloss on its

split-toe dress blucher

Sleek, classic and

newly refined, the

Gucci horsebit loafer

Rustic hand stitching pairs with a rubber

sole on this moccasin by J Shoes

For butter-soft comfort, try Guccis suede

loafer with signature red/green webbing

Desert boot styling gets

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feet wont fail you now Classic styles have been reworked on contemporary lines

Walk softly indeed

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Manolo Blahnik plum

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Gucci pewter high-heel

sandal with zipper detail

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Giuseppe Zanotti

mirror pump

Lanvin bronze ruffle kitten-heel

spat with removable ankle strap

(also available in black)

Giuseppe Zanotti zipper pump

with blue patent heel

Giuseppe Zanotti black

suede grommet pump

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The BOYDS EXPERIENCE

just got better! With the help of architect Daniel Barteluce, Boyds owners Kent Gushner, Jeffrey Glass and Ralph Yaffe are at it again, changing and expandingwhile others are con-tractingto unveil the areas largest womens designer store (featuring a new designer shoe salon), the larg-est mens shoe store and an unsur-passed mens contemporary and designer sportswear shop.

THE NEW BOYDS WOMENS STORE, a store within a store

on the third floor, features 10,000 square feet of womens

collections, from designer clothing, sportswear and special

occasion dresses, shoes and handbags, to designer denim

and your favorite teesall on one floor. The gorgeous

space offers Armani Collezioni, Etro, Akris Punto, Piazza Sempione, Gucci, Salvatore Ferragamo,

Diane von Furstenberg, M Missoni, J Brand jeans and more. Further enhancing your shopping ex-

perience, the new womens shoe salon features collections by Manolo Blahnik, Gucci, Giuseppe

Zanotti, Prada, Miu Miu, Tory Burch and Luciano Padovan, to name a few.

Why would Boyds move the womens store? The answer is simple: Our womens busi-

ness has enjoyed great success, and this move to the third floor allowed us to combine all three

facetsdesigner, contemporary, and shoes and accessoriesinto one expanded store providing

added convenience, as well as room to grow and add more designers. Enjoy an exclusive shop-

ping experience with personal service from a knowledgeable staff, sip champagne or cappuccino,

take advantage of on-site tailoring from a full-time master tailor/seamstress who is always on the

floor or just browse a unique selection of your favorite designers!

The new designer womens store at

Boyds (seen at left, top and bottom)

features a full 10,000 square feet of

fashion, with the most exclusive collec-

tions from the worlds best designers.

Above, the new womens shoe salon,

strategically placed in the center of the

third fl oor, carries designer collections

exclusively in Philadelphia at Boyds.

... for women

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NEWLY RELOCATED ON THE FIRST FLOOR, the Boyds mens shoe

store has expanded its offerings, making it the largest designer

mens shoe store in Philadelphia. The new department will im-

press and astound even the most avid shopper with more than

300 styles of mens shoes on display. From casual to business to

formal, theres something for everyone from luxury designers such

as Gucci, Prada, Santoni, Salvatore Ferragamo, Magnanni, Paul Smith, J Shoes and more!

Also newly located on the first floor is Boyds mens contemporary sportswear store,

offering selections from many of your favorite designers and featuring a cashmere shop,

a denim shop and six designer shops: Armani Collezioni, Etro, Gucci, Hugo Boss,

Paul Smith and Robert Graham.

New faces at BoydsChristina Sevino

comes to Boyds

with a wealth of

experience as

the buyer and

international

sales manager

at Tods Group

in Milan, Italy.

Tung To has joined

Boyds as the new

mens shoe buyer

and manager, bring-

ing his experiences

from Nordstrom,

where he spent

14 years, most

recently as the

regional merchan-

dise manager.

Philip Mendelsohn,

previously owner

and operator of

Mendelsohns

on the Main Line

for 30+ years,

has joined the

Boyds womens

merchandising and

buying team.

Joe Augustine

relocated from

Denver, where he

was mens buyer

and manager at

marquee store

Andrisen Morton.

He joins Boyds as

a mens manager

and buyer.

Top: This Etro sport shirt is just one of the many offerings in the Boyds

mens contemporary sportswear store. Above, the signature

style of Paul Smith is evident in Jack Bergaminos drawing

for the new Paul Smith shop at Boyds. Bergamino is

visual manager for the British designer. Left,

this Gucci loafer is one of 300

styles on display at the new

Boyds mens shoe store.

The BOYDS EXPERIENCE

just got better! ... for men

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On screen and off, Grace Kelly

projected a cool confi dence.

This page shows the actress in

To Catch a Thief. Opposite, she

poses on the Mediterranean.

Both images are from 1954.

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Imagine Angelina Jolie wearing the same dress three times

including to the Academy Awards. Or Anne Hathaway glid-

ing down the red carpet without conferring with Rachel Zoe.

Today, its unthinkable. But when Grace Kelly accepted the

1954 Best Actress Oscar for her role in The Country Girl, she

grabbed a favorite ensemblean ice blue satin dress and

matching coatstraight from her closet. It wasnt on loan. No

stylist picked it out. She didnt borrow any jewels. And not only

had she worn the outfit (fashioned by legendary Paramount

costume designer Edith Head) to the premiere of the film, but

she also had posed in it for

a Life magazine cover.

The fact is that in

Hollywoods Golden Age,

actresses became style

icons by displaying their

natural flair for fashion. It

was the wrap of a scarf, the

toss of a lustrous mane, a

beguiling carriage that set

the stars apart from the

starlets, and whether casu-

al in Capri pants or stunning

in a strapless gown, Grace

Kelly quickly ascended to

supernova status.

Her cool confi dence,

marked by a fondness for

sedate shirtwaist dresses,

low heels and prim gloves,

stood in stark contrast to

the come-on curves of fel-

low screen sirens such as

Elizabeth Taylor, Brigitte

Bardot and Marilyn Mon-

roe. Yet from behind her

veiled hats and oversize sunglasses, she exuded an under-

current of smoldering sensuality. You can feel the heat in her

portrayal of Francie Stevens, the steely sophisticate who

makes cat burglar John Robie (Cary Grant) melt in Alfred

Hitchocks To Catch a Thief. And as Lisa Fremont, the girl who

would not wear a dress twice, in Hitchcocks Rear Window, she

models a frothy negligee like nobodys business, the paragon of

assertiveand absolutely irresistibleelegance.

Even hiding a baby bump became a fashion statement

when Princess Grace of Monaco did it. Her method? Strategi-

cally toting a boxy oversize

Herms bag, known ever

since as the Kelly bag.

With her sentimental

attachment to clothing and

accessories, she contin-

ued to clutch the Kelly (she

owned manyin black,

honey, brown, red and green)

long after little Caroline was

born. Fads could come and

go, but Grace stayed true to

the unpretentious classics

she adored. Its no wonder

that nearly 30 years after her

untimely death, the regal yet

down-to-earth actress-turned-

princess is still celebrated for

her eternal style. See Faith

Hill done up as Grace on the

June cover of Redbook. Or

January Jones channeling

her wholesome chic on Mad

Men. Or yourself, next time

you pair a cashmere sweater

with pearls.

GRACE KELLY

From behind veiled hats and oversize sunglasses, Grace Kelly exuded a smoldering sensuality.

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ElectricGlide

What do you get when you take the body of a LOTUS ELISE and give it a green heart? The TESLA ROADSTER a PLUG-IN THRILL RIDE that says the future really can BE ELECTRIC!

ITS NOT JUST GASOLINE and nasty exhaust emissions the

new Tesla Roadster spares the world. As the first high-

performance EV (electric vehicle), it also cuts down on noise

pollution. Thats because the roar characteristic of sports

cars with an internal combustion engine has been tamed

to a barely audible purr by the Silicon Valley upstart. For

some enthusiasts, the quiet can be disconcertinga turnoff

evenbut for the eco-conscious lover of exotic cars, thinking

of this debut model from Tesla Motors as the silent, stealthy

type can be an automotive aphrodisiac. C O N T I N U E D . . .

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Unlike other high-performance cars,

the electric Tesla Roadster is perfectly

at ease cruising low and slow (and

silently) down the boulevard. But press

the accelerator, and youre rewarded

with an instant surge of power.

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MAR IA L I SSANDRELLO writes frequently about automobiles and food.

She is also the librettist for opera composer Christof Bergman.

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If your experience of electric vehicles

is limited to golf carts, the Tesla

Roadster just might blow your mind.

The car will take you smoothly from

0 to 60 mphor 60 to 120, for that

matterin less than 4 seconds.

Modeled after the Lotus Elise, the carbon-fiber car weighs in

at 2,700 pounds, 36 percent of it claimed by the battery, or rather

batteries6,831 of them to be precise. That may be 781 pounds

more than the Elise, but dont worrythe extra weight doesnt slow

it down. Quite the contrary. EVs produce maximum torque at 0 rpm,

so a press of the Tesla Roadsters accelerator launches you like a

torpedo, pinning your back to the seat. No surprise the small, sleek

car does 0 to 60 in 3.9 seconds. And the relentless torque means

a single-speed transmission is all thats needed to get you where

youre going at a rate that outpaces the Lotus. For sure, with its

slot-car handling and Yokohama tires that grip the road like Velcro,

its a blast to drive.

On the flip side, when you take your foot off the accelerator,

the regenerative braking system (which recycles the energy usually

lost through braking) kicks in at once, causing the car to slow before

youve even tapped the Brembo brakes. Its a function that takes

some getting used to and may have you stopping short of stop signs

and red lights.

Of course, before you can put the pedal to the metal, you have

to get into the cara feat for any driver whos not lean and lithe. Like

the Lotus, the Tesla sits ultra-low to the ground. Once you manage to

sling your legs over the door sill and lower yourself into the narrow

bucket seat, youll notice its none too roomy. The Spartan cockpit

(which is, of course, what the purist wants in a sports car) pretty

much rules out the revolutionary EV as an option for those seeking

long-haul comfort.

Then again, the longest distance the Tesla Roadster will take

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you on a single charge is 244 miles. What then? Itll take about three-

and-a-half hours to charge upat a cost of just $4 to $7, depending

on your local electricity rates. And never having to spend a drop on

gas or oil isnt the only savings: The car is virtually maintenance free.

Just thinkno oil changes, no mufflers, no timing belts. About the

only thing that can wear out over time is the battery, which means no

worries about mechanical breakdowns.

And heres another perk: Youll enjoy a $7,500 Federal tax cred-

it, not to mention incredible savings on gas. New Jersey waives

sales and use tax on EVs. So if you live in N.J. and the Tesla Road-

sters $109,000 sticker price sounds steep, consider that youd reap

an immediate savings of at least $10,000. All told, choosing the

Tesla could bring savings of $25,000 over an equivalent gas guz-

zlerand get you noticed as a sports car enthusiast with a soft

spot for planet Earth.

THE TESLA ROADSTER AT A GLANCE

BASE PRICE: $109,000

STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS:

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| 0-60 MPH IN 3.9 SECONDS | 244 MILES EPA COMBINED CITY/HIGHWAY | TOP SPEED: 125 MPH | CHARGING: AS SHORT AS 3.5 HOURS FOR A COMPLETE CYCLESTANDARD INTERIOR FEATURES:

| HEATED SPORT SEATS WITH INFLATABLE LUMBAR SUPPORT| TOUCH-SCREEN VEHICLE INFORMATION DISPLAY| ELECTRIC AIR CONDITIONING AND HEATER

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Test-driving the TeslaWHEN THE GOOD FOLKS AT VULCAN MOTOR CLUB let me play with their Tesla

Roadster for a day, I learned that the most fun thing about this vehicle, hands

down, is the stunning acceleration. Turn the key in the ignition, or whatever you

call it in an electric car, and a beep tells you the motor is on. Theres no engine

sound, no vibration. Tap the accelerator ever so gently, and the car eases into

motion like a golf cart. You could glide quietly down a parade route at 1 mph. But

press down on the pedal, and now youre Han Solo making the jump to hyper-space.

Whats more, the smooth, silent, instantaneous surge of power is available at any

speed. Going from 60 to 120 is the same as going from 0 to 60a thrill that lasts

a little less than 4 seconds. Whether on back roads or the highway, I found myself

looking for any opportunity to unleash a sudden, massive burst of speed.

My Tesla ride was not entirely silent. Besides the hum of the tires and the

whistling wind, I heard a creaking spring that begged for adjustment. But I could

forgive imperfections in fi t and fi nish. This was, after all, the fi rst generation of a

brand new automotive marque.

Thanks to its Lotus body, the Tesla Roadster scored big points for looks.

Some guy passed me on the highway, honking, smiling and giving a thumbs up.

I waved back and then smoked him, unable to resist the pleasure of punching it

one more time. Mark Dowden

To learn more about Vulcan Motor Club in Chester, N.J., and its stable of exotic

cars, call 908-879-7777; www.vulcanmotorclub.com. To fi nd a Tesla store, visit

www.TeslaMotors.com/TeslaStore.

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Our exceptional customers tell their exceptional stories

O U R C U S T O M E R S A R E I N C R E D I B L E .

Theyre the real reason we do what we doand

why we enjoy every minute of it.

In the next few pages, youll meet several

of our old friends as they explain why Boyds is a

good fit for them. Their stories are as different

as they are, but common threads run through all

of them: great service, outstanding merchandise,

wonderful people. If you havent already joined

the Boyds family, we hope youll drop by soon.

Wed like to meet you too!

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I O N C E F E L L I N L O V E W I T H A G R E E N

PA I S L E Y T I E I S AW I N A M A G A Z I N E .

M Y B O Y D S S A L E S P E R S O N , J A N E T,

found it for mebut it only came in regular length and

Im 65. She suggested tha t we turn two ties into a single extra-long one, and we did. I was thrilled! But for

her, that was just business as usual. Everyone at Boyds is

all about service, skill and creative solutions.

Janet has been clothing me forever.

And thats a good thing, because

suits I can deal withbut

forget about coordinating

them with the rest of my

clothes. Janet makes up cheat sheets for me, little cards that

explain which suit goes with which shirts and ties and socks.

Shopping here is a family affair. My wife, Liane, is

a beautiful 56 (regular height, that is), but my sons and I are very tallLogan is 63 and Lucas is 68. The only place we can fi nd good clothes in hard-to-fi t sizes is at

Boyds. Here I buy Canali suits off the rack because they

run a little longer than suits by other designers, but Boyds

makes me custom shirts. And since Lucas and Logan

are not only tall but also slim, the Boyds tailors

practically rebuild their suits to achieve a great

fi t. Other stores are unable to do that. Theres

simply no place like Boyds.

Lloyd sports a favorite Canali made-to-measure pinstripe suit with a Boyds custom shirt and steely Ermenegildo Zegna tie. Lucas, left, wears a Paul Smith pea coat, a striped Robert Graham sportshirt and AG Jeans, while Logan has on a Belstaff leather bomber jacket, a printed Robert Graham sportshirt and 7 For All Mankind jeans.

lloyd d. levensongaming attorney & CEO of Cooper Levenson (with sons Lucas,18, and Logan, 17)


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S H O P P I N G AT B O Y D S

I S L I K E G O I N G

H O M E F O R S U N D AY

D I N N E R . I T S TA R T S

W I T H T H E S TA F F

giving me a warm welcome and in-

viting me to have a drink. Then Gerry

Gushner asks about my Portuguese wa-

ter dog (he has one too), and John shows

me around the stores latest finds.

He steers me in the

direction of current

fashions, but he also

respects that I need to

feel comfortable in order

to look good in my clothes. I

never feel any pressure at Boyds.

Tony, my Boyds tailor, also

knows exactly what I likewhere my pants

should sit on my waist, where the crease

should break. And he wont rest until ev-

erything is perfect. He insists that I try

on every tailored piece before I take

it home. If its not exactly right,

he fits it while I wait or has

it delivered to my home

when its ready.

Boyds under-

stands something

thats critical to my

business too: You

can build a multimil-

lion dollar attrac-

tion, but it wont succeed unless the people

working there can connect with your customers.

Boyds is all about the whole service experience

beautiful merchandise is just the beginning.

Not to be outstyled by work associates Elmo and Abby, Robert shows his personal flair in an impeccably tailored Ermenegildo Zegna navy windowpane sportcoat and charcoal trousers with a striped Ermenegildo Zegna sportshirt.

robert caruso(with Elmo and Abby Cadabby)

executive vice president & general manager, Sesame Place

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B O Y D S I S O N E O F O N LY T W O

P L A C E S I S H O P F O R C L O T H E S

I N T H E C I T Y. T H E S T O R E H A S

E V E R Y T H I N G I N E E D , W H E T H E R

its an outfi t for court or a gown for a special

event. Im a dress girl. I love Etro and

Armani, and the Iceberg dress in this

photo. But my all-time favorite is a

beautiful gold Oscar de la Renta cocktail

dress I found at Boyds last season.

I always work with Janice. I met

her ages ago, when I first started shop-

ping at Boyds, and we hit it off right

away. Weve become great friends, and

we always know whats going on in each

others lives. She has a good eye and

great taste, and shes always truthfulin a

gracious way, of course. If something looks

good on me, shell say, Its beyond! If it

doesnt, You could do better. We laugh so

much when were together. Now thats the

way to shop!

attorney and partner, Eckert Seamans

{ boyds stories }

bernie munley

Bernies black cowl-neck knit dress from Iceberg makes the case for understated elegance, and theres no rebuttal. Diamond hoop earrings and diamond bangle bracelets from Govberg Jewelers at Boyds. Nancy Gonzalez metallic crocodile clutch.

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W E R E A LWAY S R U N N I N G E S P E C I A L LY VAU G H A N . H E S C O N -

S TA N T LY D A S H I N G B E T W E E N H O S P I TA L , C L I N I C A N D O F F I C E . S O

B O Y D S I S P E R F E C T F O R U S ; I T S T H E U LT I M AT E O N E - S T O P S H O P. W E

show up, valet the car, and fi nd everything we need to look our best (often with some New York fl air).

To top it off, the store is like a Whos Who of Philadelphia. Vaughans salesperson, Richard, introduces

us to other customers he thinks we should know. Our visits can be great networking opportunities.

Best of all, Boyds makes my life easier. Vaughan is incredibly hard to shop for, so every year

the staff knows that Ill drop by, alone, in early October. When I do, they smile and say, Oh right,

Vaughans birthday is coming up! Then Richard helps me choose wonderful pieces that Vaughan

always loves. Richard even remembers what I bought the previous year, so I dont repeat myself!

Actually, as I think about it, there may be one thing better than shopping for Vaughan at

Boyds. Now the store carries jewelry too, and my own birthday is coming up.

dr. vaughan c. graves & leslie graves dermatologist (he) and practice manager (she), Graves DermaCare and Ultimate Vitality Centers

Dapper duo: Vaughan isready for a busy day inhis Brioni plaid sportcoat, French cuff dress shirt and tie, while his sparkling wife Leslie is attired in an Iceberg racer-back knit dress.

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{ boyds stories } W E E N J O Y O U R T R I P S T O C A N N E S

A N D S T. M O R I T Z , B U T W E A L S O

F E E L A S I F W E R E O N VA C AT I O N

W H E N W E V I S I T B O Y D S . T H E

ambience is elegant, and the welcome is warm and

friendly. We drive down from northern New Jersey

about six times a year to stroll around and try on

the outfits that Howard and Marina have selected

for us. We chat with Kent and Anne and Brian.

Maybe we grab some sushi at Raw, or Boyds makes

dinner reservations for us. Whether were looking

for professional clothes or haute coutureor

just browsingwe know well enjoy an utterly

wonderful day.

Service is the main reason we make the

long trip. Boyds staff coordinates our outfits

from head to toe. Their alterations are mag-

nificent. And their pride shows: They care

for our shoes and tailor our clothes even after

weve worn them for a while. Its clear the staff

are truly happy to do what they doand were

truly happy they do it! Weve been going out of

our way to shop at Boyds for about a decade, and it

just keeps getting better.

director of pulmonary medicine (he) and

employee health services coordinator (she),

Staten Island University Hospital

Perfect complements: Michael and Clorinda are a luminous pair, he in a suit, French cuff dress shirt and tie, all from Ermenegildo Zegna, while she accents her rich Etro paisley silk jacket and tweed pants with a sparkly diamond necklace by Govberg Jewelers at Boyds.

dr. michael castellano & clorinda castellano


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J U S T I N : M I K E A N D I A R E

M A R K E T E R S S P E C I A L I Z I N G I N

S P I R I T S A N D B E E R B R A N D S

as well as in cutting-edge hospitality

concepts. For example, we spearhead the

Philadelphia-based lifestyle, nightlife and

beverage marketing efforts for the Chelsea,

the new boutique hotel in Atlantic City. We

dress for the trend-conscious industry were in.

I went to Boyds to buy my fi rst good suit

a more traditional Ralph Laurenwhen I

graduated from law school. After a few years, I

followed my heart and started my fi rst company

with Mike: PREMIERE Sports and Entertain-

ment. I did a wardrobe 180from the attorneys

dress code to wearing whatever I wanted.

Today my style is classic with edge. On

a typical day, Ill wear jeans with a slim-cut dress

shirt, and Ill add some elements that popsay,

Gucci shoes and a cool belt.

M I C H A E L : M Y F O N D E S T B O Y D S

M E M O R Y S O F A R D AT E S B A C K T O

1 9 9 2 . I D R OV E H O M E F R O M P E N N S TAT E

for Passover and went straight to Boyds to buy a suit

for my cousins upcoming bar mitzvah. I met my father and

grandfather there; we had turkey sandwiches at the Boyds

Caf and were fitted for suits. Could it get any more special for my

grandfather than to have his son and grandson trying on suits with him?

My father took me to Boyds to get my wedding tux, and I

cant wait until my 4-year-old son, Sloan, is old enough for me to

take him to Boyds for his first suit. These moments exemplify what

Boyds is all about.

president and CEO, respectively, of The PREMIERE Group, a lifestyle brand marketing fi rm focusing on the beverage and hospitality industries

michael steinberg& justin fi ne

Let the good times roll: Justin, left, sports a Gucci fine-line suit, Trussini dress shirt and Dolcepunta silk tie, while Michael is ready to kick back stylishly in a Paul Smith suit and sportshirt.

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This page Brioni navy pinstripe two-button suit,

blue striped shirt, repp stripe tie and mini-pattern

pocket square; Santoni black dress shoe

Opposite Santandrea navy railroad-track striped

two-button suit, pleated pant

TAILOR MADE

This seasons clothing is cut to make any man look slimmer without sacrifi cing comfort


Left Hickey Freeman navy blue flannel chalk stripe suit

Below Oriali blue mini-graph check French cuff dress shirt;

Baade cufflinks; IWC stainless steel Portuguese

automatic 7-day watch, available at

Govberg Jewelers at Boyds


Top left Salvatore

Ferragamo, Brioni and

Trafalgar leather and

exotic belts

Center left Gucci suede

signature horsebit loafer

Bottom left Jan Leslie

enamel cufflinks

Right Trussini medium

brown with blue chalk

stripe suit, bengal stripe

shirt, blue/brown random

width striped tie,

paisley pocket square


Above Ermenegildo Zegna blue/tan windowpane two-button sportcoat, multi-stripe

cotton sport shirt, brown twill flat-front pants

Right Ermenegildo Zegna mini-herringbone grey stripe suit, blue stripe French cuff

shirt, light blue striped tie, grey/blue border pocket square; David Donahue cufflinks;

Santoni black suede dress shoe


Samuelsohn charcoal grey

windowpane flannel suit, purple

stripe French cuff shirt


This page Ravazzolo olive/multi-color

windowpane sportcoat, olive flannel

trouser; Dolcepunta orange paisley

tie, paisley pocket square

Opposite Michele Sartori silk ties and

pocket squares

Trafalgar leather messenger bag,

leather and crocodile wallets, leather

and crocodile belts


Gucci purple/grey plaid sportcoat,

purple/grey stripe shirt, flat-front

grey trousers


Gucci black traveler coat,

knit cap, scarf


This page, top David Donahue silk ties and exotic cufflinks

Left Canali multi-check cashmere sportcoat with suede elbow patches,

dress shirt, silk tie

Bottom right Salvatore Ferragamo split-toe blucher dress shoe

Opposite Ike Behar dress shirts and silk ties


Hugo Boss black crepe

two-button sportcoat,

cotton sport shirt, grey

flannel flat-front pant;

Vacheron Constantin

titanium Overseas watch,

available at Govberg

Jewelers at Boyds


Right Paul Smith grey check

Chesterfield sportcoat, green/black

box check sport shirt, black trouser

Below Paul Smith black pea coat,

purple/charcoal printed sweater

vest, printed sport shirt


An unexpected stripe. A funky fedora. Often

its the little things that make a

big impression

AN EYEFORDETAIL

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This page Loro Piana navy

storm system quilted jacket,

navy/white sportshirt

Opposite page Andrew Marc

Hendrix leather bomber

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Robert Graham tan/blue striped

shirt with contrast cuff

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Raffi two-toned beige/

cream cashmere sweater

with suede elbow patch


Tumi tech jacket


Block fedoras in

corduroy, felt and wool

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This page, left Cotton Reel blue

multi-colored striped sportshirt,

AG jeans

Right Lux Cashmere navy and

lavender argyle sweater

Opposite page, left, from top Paul

Smith striped and patterned

sportshirts; Moore & Giles

briefcase; Robert Graham

striped car socks

On him: Iceberg navy knit

peacoat with epaulets, graphic

print turtleneck, grey jeans


Rag & Bone grey wool,

100% wind/waterproof

field coat; Etro striped scarf;

AG jeans


Above Robert Graham sport shirts

Right Gucci suede high-top

Below Moore & Giles

leather weekender

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ESCAPEMALDIVESTO THE

REETHI RAH and COCOA ISLAND offer two visions of BEACHSIDE PARADISE

THINK DESERT-ISLAND PARADISE, and a variety of tropical images inevitably come to

mind: sandy beaches that are ultra-white and silky under foot, a crystal sea studded

with colorful coral reefs, azure skies, perfect palm trees and, of course, quiet seclusion.

If one destination matches this mental checklist, its the Maldives, an island

republic sprawled across 56,000 square miles of the Indian Ocean. The Maldives has

the distinction of being the worlds lowest-lying country; its sandy hillocks rarely reach

more than a few meters above sea level. Thats because the entire country is a constel-

lation of coral reef atolls. Twenty-six atolls comprise 1,192 small islands, only 202

of which are inhabited. Of these, about 90 are resort islands, and of the 90, perhaps

18 are truly special, the location of some of the most rarefi ed resorts anywhere. C O N T I N U E D . . .

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Perched over water, the villas at Cocoa Island emphasize barefoot luxury. The resort setting is

more reef than island, as seen in the photo below; snorkeling and diving are prime activities here.

At Reethi Rah (opposite), high ceilings, natural materials and minimalist style distinguish the large

villas. Beachside diningal fresco, of courseis one of several mealtime options.

While the Maldives has had occasional visitors for millenniait was a stop on ancient

Persian and Chinese trade routesit was only in the mid-1990s that tourism took off,

meaning virtually all of the resorts in the Maldives are quite new. The best of these resorts

have a lot in common: Each has luxury villas of unique design. Each has extraordinary coral

reefs lying just offshore, a world of rays, triggerfi sh, clownfi sh and hawksbill turtles. Each

has stellar service and a great spabecause the whole point of a Maldives vacation is to

send you home relaxed, recharged and refreshed. Its why Donna Karan, Sienna Miller,

Beyonc Knowles and Sir Paul McCartney are major fans.

But the approach to relaxation varies by resort. Here we present two resorts consis-

tently rated among the best of the best, representing two ends of the relaxation spectrum:

One&Only Reethi Rah makes you comfortable with electronic amenities and glamorous

surroundings, while Cocoa Island epitomizes the concept of barefoot luxury.

REETHI RAH

One&Only resorts are the top-tier properties of Butch Kerzner, who developed Atlantis in

the Bahamas and Mohegan Sun in Connecticut. There are just six One&Only resorts world-

wide (the best-known to Americans being Palmilla at the tip of the Baja Peninsula), and

what they share are sophistication without stuffi ness and service that approaches six stars.

Reethi Rah, located on North Mal atoll, is no different. The experience begins at the

airport, where one of the hotels high-speed custom yachts (which doubles as a registration


desk) whisks you to the property, one of the few islands in the

Maldives that has been expanded, in this case to six times its

original size. There are 130 large villas, some set on stilts over

the water. The beach villas have outdoor king-sized sun beds

set on private infi nity pools next to the beach.

In a country renowned for its spas, Reethi Rah sets the

bar high. An ESPA spa offers 10 treatment rooms and many ay-

urvedic therapies, not to mention signature treatments like the

ESPA Energy Equalizer with Volcanic Hot Stones. Theres a yoga

pavilion, women-only areas and multi-day Wellness Journeys,

such as the seven-day Holistic Fitness journey.

The choice of restaurants at Reethi Rah is superb. Fanditha

serves Lebanese cuisine on tables placed on the sand as well

as in Arabian-style tents; Tapasake offers Japanese fusion;

Reethi Restaurant has an international menu. And the remote

location is no barrier to gastronomic excellence. Sushi-grade

fi sh is fl own in from Tokyo, free-range lamb from Australia,

strawberries from Belgium. Reethi Rah ranks number 17 for

foodin the world, mind youon the Cond Nast Traveler Gold

List 2009 of the Best Hotels in the World.

COCOA ISLAND

Cocoa Island has a deceptive simplicity, not unlike that of its

sister Como resort, Parrot Cay, half a world away in the Turks &

Caicos. Its as if the humble but well-located beach shack has

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been made over with cool urban chic.

Cocoa lies in South Mal atoll, a 35-minute speedboat transfer

from the international airport. Hotelier Christina Ongs philosophy pre-

vails here, so the property remains a simple islet covered with palms,

wild sea grapes and hibiscus, encircled by a reef with proverbial gin-clear waters.

The resort is small, just 33 rooms, and its architecture unusual. Serpentine

wooden walkways lead out to each accommodation, which is set on stilts, with

baby sharks and reef fi sh circling below. There are rooms, suites, loft suites and

loft villas, the latter with kitchen and private butler. The Dhoni suites are built to

resemble local fi shing boats. Surrounded by water, they actually look like fl oating

boats, but they are fi rmly secured on stilts. Each has a full-length glass wall, giving

you a sweeping view of the Indian Ocean from your bed.

Inside they are airy indeed, with high cathedral ceilings. Bathrooms are huge,

with separate shower and tub. But its the natural materials that are standouts.

There are lots of white fabrics, including Frette sheets. The furnishings are wood

and understated, fl oors are teak, and the overall mood rather Zen-like.

Maybe the single biggest reason to choose Cocoa Island is the Shambhala

Retreat, widely considered among the best spas in the Maldives. If youre pining

for an Abhyanga Ayurvedic massage or a two-hour Como Shambhala Ritual mas-

sage, go for it. After a morning of yoga on the beach, of course. This place has

a massive reputation among devotees of yoga, and some of the worlds leading

instructors hang out here.

Cuisine is a major part of your stay at any Como property, and at the Ufaa

restaurant, which is thatched with alang alang grass, you sit on large sofas and

cushions. You can expect Indian-, Sri Lankan- and Thai-style cuisine, or you can

elect low-fat, organic Como Shambhala cuisine.

At Cocoa Island, you can literally snorkel from your room to reef. And if

youve ever contemplated learning to dive, these calm waters would be the place

to begin. Theres even deep sea fi shing and windsurfi ng available as well.

But to capture the true spirit of Cocoa Island, simply take a private boat to a

deserted beach, with champagne, picnic and partner in hand. After all, you dont

want to overdo it in paradise.

EVERETT POTTER writes frequently about travel to Asia.

PLANNING YOUR TRIP

The best time to visit the Maldives is December through March, the driest months.

Temperature remains steady year-round, averaging 88 F by day and 73 F at ni

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