GOOSSENS X HARUMI KLOSSOWSKA DE ROLA

On the one hand, the House of Goossens, established in 1950 and a part of Chanel’s Métiers d’Art since 2005, with its gold and silver creations and artistic objects. On the other hand, Harumi Klossowska de Rola who creates exceptional works between fine jewelry and art objects. When the former decided to invite the latter to celebrate the new season, the result was a release of uniquely free creativity. They both deeply love expert know-how and hand crafting, are fascinated by the beauty of the deceptively irregular, and combined their talents to give birth to an original capsule collection focusing on 6 decorative items and their accompanying 6 jewels. 

What do they have in common? The presence of strong symbolic elements relating to three main themes. 

Case in point, on a box with two lids inlaid with baroque garnet, a decorative branch, a pair of earrings, a bracelet and a sautoir, we find a grenade (in several forms), a fruit that is sacred in all civilizations, synonymous with resurrection, fertility and life. 

The fig leaf, a symbol of generosity, adorns a small tray, a little dish named “three fig leaves” enlivened with a small caterpillar entirely pavé-set with brilliant cut stones, in old bronze metal. 

As for the mistletoe, a sacred plant that evokes immortality as well as prosperity, it covers a branch, a candlestick, earrings, a ring and a bracelet. All of which are in antique gold metal and baroque rock crystal beads. 

The focus is on beloved materials: rock crystal, antique gilded bronze, old gold and fine stones. Rock crystal and garnet give life to these creations. 

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Phipps Plaza strengthens luxury offerings with Jeffrey expansion

Southeastern lifestyle destination continues its evolution with fashion and dining additions

Phipps Plaza, Buckhead’s most acclaimed luxury shopping, dining and lifestyle destination, is pleased to announce the expansion of luxe brand Jeffrey. Enhancements to the high profile boutique build on the center’s much-anticipated mixed-use redevelopment and complement recent openings of new, chef-driven dining experiences. Long recognized as Atlanta’s premier shopping destination, Phipps Plaza has continued to successfully blend vibrant, high-end retail brands with an iconic mix of curated dining and entertainment offerings.

“We are beyond thrilled to be expanding Jeffrey at Phipps Plaza – offering our customers even more of the best collections from all over the world,” said Jeffrey Kalinsky, founder and president of Jeffrey. “The expansion will help us focus on offering a more comprehensive collection for men.”

Offering carefully edited fashion pieces and highlighting only the best of the best, Atlanta-born Jeffrey will begin the expansion of its prominent storefront this spring. Shoppers will soon be immersed in a familiar warm, fun, friendly and service-driven environment in an expanded 11,922 square foot location, set to be completed this fall.

“Jeffrey remains as one of the Southeast’s most highly coveted fashion labels, and we are proud they have selected Phipps Plaza to call home,” said Carol Cox, area director of marketing and business development for Phipps Plaza and Lenox Square. “We are committed to the transformative evolution of the property through continued first-to-market introductions, as well as discerning luxury brand expansions to offer our guests more of what they love at Phipps Plaza.”

To offer its shoppers a dynamic dining environment, Phipps Plaza has welcomed two first-to-market restaurants – Savannah-based Daniel Reed’s Public Kitchen & Bar and James Beard Award winning-chef Michael Schwartz’s first outpost of Genuine Pizza. In the coming seasons, Atlanta culinary favorite Ecco and Grand Lux Cafe will offer guests an even more robust selection of high-caliber dining options.

Phipps Plaza recently announced its premier mixed-use redevelopment, headlined by the arrival of a new Nobu Hotel and Nobu Atlanta Restaurant. Additional elements of this dynamic  new development call for a unique, curated dining experience; a 90,000 square-foot Life Time® Athletic healthy living and entertainment destination; and a 12-story Class A office building, complete with a three-story lower level parking garage.

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Event Recap: Veuve Clicquot 10th Annual NY Polo Classic Viewing Party at Atlas

On Saturday, June 3, 2017, over a hundred champagne lovers descended upon Atlas, the acclaimed restaurant located at the St. Regis Atlanta, for a special viewing party for the 10th Annual Veuve Clicquot Polo Classic. Partygoers mixed and mingled in the newly renovated Tavern at Atlas and on its expansive patio while enjoying lawn games such as life-size Jenga and corn hole, while noshing on bites created by Executive Chef Chris Grossman and Pastry Chef Christian Castillo and sipping on Veuve Clicquot champagne specials. Atlas also live streamed the event that was hosted by Neil Patrick Harris, included Jordan Fisher, of the acclaimed Hamilton cast, singing the national anthem, a live performance by Alicia Keys, and more. For more information, visit atlasrestaurant.com.

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Spa Day at the Four Seasons Atlanta

It has been a few days since my luxe spa day at the Four Seasons Atlanta and I am still feeling the calming effects from such a magnificent (and well-needed) indulgence. My stress disappeared almost instantly upon entering the soothing lobby of the spa. Fab friends SuthinGirl and Bluhazl along with the Four Seasons Spa were extremely gracious to arrange the visit and offer three outstanding treatments. Bubbly and bites were served in between treatments so the day was off to a really good start.

The first thing I did after changing into a luxurious robe was undergo an aroma therapy session where I got to curate my own fragrant recipe within a shea butter base. I chose clary sage and lavender extracts in their most concentrated forms to create the stress relief moisturizing formula. I was sent home with a jar of it and it's oh so good!

It was then back to the calming, low lit waiting room. Soon after enjoying [more] prosecco, macaroons and friends, I was whisked away for the "mini- midtown" massage. They started at the neck and worked their way down to my legs ending with the most amazing foot scrub ever. I was fighting not to doze off - only because I knew I'd want to sleep a while.

Lastly (and they saved the best for last) was the Ashiatsu - a deep tissue massage using hands, feet and hot stones. This one put me over the edge. I am not sure how I drove home - just kidding - but seriously, by 8PM I was falling asleep because I was in such a relaxed mode.

A luxe day at the spa is something that I strongly recommend, especially with friends. Consider the Four Seasons Spa, you don't have to be a guest of the hotel to enjoy it and the service is impeccable. 

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ATLAS HOSTS VEUVE CLICQUOT 10TH ANNUAL NY POLO CLASSIC VIEWING PARTY

Atlas, the acclaimed restaurant located at the St. Regis Atlanta, will be hosting a special viewing party for the 10th Annual Veuve Clicquot Polo Classic this Saturday, June 3, 2017. Beginning at 4 p.m., partygoers can mix and mingle in the newly renovated Tavern at Atlas and on its expansive patio while enjoying lawn games, music, bites, and Veuve Clicquot champagne specials. Atlas will also live stream the event that is hosted by Neil Patrick Harris and is brimming with highlights including Jordan Fisher, of the acclaimed Hamilton cast, singing the national anthem, a live performance by Alicia Keys, and more.  The event is for ages 21 and up and is free to attend with a food and/or drink purchase by RSVPing to Events@AtlasRestaurant.com.  For more information, visit atlasrestaurant.com. 

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Balenciaga Opens a New Store on 57 Avenue Montaigne

Recently, Balenciaga has announced the new opening of its fourth store in France. It will open in September featuring it famous warehouse aesthetic. Expect to see a continuation of industrial fixtures such as conveyor rails for clothes and aluminum foil ceilings. The changing room walls are made from cast concrete while the benches are wrapped in synthetic leather. Accessories can be found displayed on aluminum tables elegantly adding to the over all factory feel of the space. 

Source WWD

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Atlas Welcomes Geno Dew as General Manager

ATLAS St. Regis Atlanta

Photo by Tomas Espinoza.

Geno Dew

Atlas St. Regis Atlanta. Photo by Tomas Espinoza.

Atlas is pleased to welcome Geno Dew as General Manager. The acclaimed Atlanta restaurant is located in the heart of Buckhead at The St. Regis Atlanta.  Offering a wealth of experience, Dew most recently served as General Manager of STK in Atlanta and has a rich history working within the hospitality industry. During his tenure with Kimpton Hotels and Restaurants, Dew led teams for award-winning restaurants in Atlanta, Washington DC and Miami, as well as opening Enoteca Carbonari and Spice Market by Jean Georges.  

“Being able to lead the Atlas team is a dream come true, tailor-made for me with everything in life that I love and am passionate about,” says Dew. “Our guests delight in the cornerstones of what makes the Atlas experience so special - you see the work of Masters not only on the walls, but also on the plate and in the glass.”   

 Thanks to strong support from the Atlanta community, Atlas is set to celebrate its two-year anniversary in January 2017. Since opening, the restaurant has garnered both local and national attention for its signature fine dining cuisine, attentive service, and museum-worthy art collection from leading publications including bon appétit, Travel + Leisure, Forbes, Garden & Gun, and Architectural Digest. Most recently, Atlas received a Four Diamond rating from AAA.

“Chef Grossman is the most talented, passionate Chef that I have had the good fortune to collaborate with, along with Caleb Hopkins, one of the best wine directors in the region.  Working with this dream team is incredibly inspiring in itself, but to have the opportunity to serve the diners of Atlanta in the setting that is Atlas completes the circle," adds Dew.   

Atlas is located at The St. Regis Atlanta, situated within the shopping and financial district of Buckhead. Atlas is one of 16 award-winning brands operated by Tavistock Restaurant Collection. For more information or reservations, visit atlasrestaurant.com.

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