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Larrimor’sForum/The Substance of Style/Spring 2012
FASHION AND FANTASY
DESERT DREAMS
THE JACKETAN INDISPENSABLE FINISHING TOUCH
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For years automakers have looked to one vehicle to drive their R&D.
Innovation sparks imitation. And in the realm of automotive
innovation, perhaps no vehicle has more to imitate than the Lexus
LS. From the world’s first Advanced Parking Guidance System* to
the world’s first eight-speed automatic transmission, the LS
introduces one breakthrough after another, continually changing
the industry’s notion of what is possible in a luxury car. And with an
entire line of vehicles, including the world’s first V8 hybrid, the LS is
no longer simply at the forefront of innovation - it’s the catalyst that
drives innovation forward.
The Advanced Parking Guidance System requires driver brake control. Always look around outside the v ehicle and use mirrors to confirm clearance. Vehicle may be shown with optional equipment. Lexus reminds you to wear seatbelts, secure children in rear seat, ob ey all traffic laws and drive responsibly. ©2009 Lexus.
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LARRIMOR’S249 Fifth Avenue, Pittsburgh
412-471-5727
The Galleria, Mt. Lebanon412-344-5727
www.Larrimors.com
EDITOR-IN-CHIEFKaren Alberg Grossman
DESIGN DIRECTORHans Gschliesser
MANAGING EDITORJillian LaRochelle
PROJECT MANAGERLisa Montemorra
DESIGNERSCynthia Lucero, Jean-Nicole Venditti
CONCEPT DIRECTORSAndrew Mitchell, Russ Mitchell
MERCHANDISING DIRECTORBob Mitchell
DIRECTOR OF PRODUCTIONPeg Eadie
DIRECTOR OF PREPRESSHugh K. Stanton
BUSINESS JOURNAL S FASHION GROUPPUBLISHER
Stuart NifoussiPRESIDENT AND CEO
Britton JonesCHAIRMAN AND COO
Mac BrightonCHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
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FEATURES6 Welcome Letter 16 Greetings from the Fairmont22 A Fashionable Opera-tunity24 Fit, Fun, Fabulous Fashion for Family House48 Pittsburgh Revives Mellon Square54 Escapes: Star Treatment58 Art: Art Glass
FASHION8 Spring Fashion for Her32 A Walk in the Walled City40 Spirits: Roll Out the Barrel42 The Jacket50 Designers: Robert Graham
DEPARTMENTS 20 Ask Forum for Her 30 Ask Forum for Him52 Speed: Leaping Cat62 At Your Service64 End Page: Pull it Together
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Dear Friends,
The new year often brings a time of great reflection. Along with it, springtime signals a period of rebirth and, here in Pitts-
burgh, gratitude for surviving yet another long, cold winter!
This season we have much to be thankful for at Larrimor’s: The health of our families and associates. The loyalty of enduring
customers. Our alliances with stellar designers. And our partnerships with vibrant community leaders. This unique confluence
of individuals has repeatedly come together on behalf of our business and our city throughout our 73 years of existence.
In this issue of Larrimor’s FORUM, we continue to celebrate our passion for Pittsburgh by showcasing those with a shared
commitment to our city. A heartfelt thank you to Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy for restoring the iconic 50-year-old Mellon
Park to its original grandeur, so that this historic landmark will be preserved for generations to come. We honor and cher-
ish our superb community partners like Pittsburgh Opera and Family House, so that we can host events that are not only
fun and fashionable, but also support the arts, education and families in need.
Alongside Larrimor’s is a unified group of other partners—independent re-
tailers like S.W. Randall Toys & Gifts, Carl W. Herrmann Furs, HeidiOptics,
Emphatics and so many others—who also contribute to the vibrancy and
distinctiveness of our Downtown landscape. Like Larrimor’s, they wear their
independent status proudly and help promote strong local economies
through their individual and collaborative efforts.
Larrimor’s is also proud to celebrate the work of the nationally recognized ini-
tiative, The 3/50 Project, which promotes stronger local economies through
the support of independent retailers and the consumers who shop with
them. Ask yourself, what independent businesses would you miss if they
disappeared? Then consider the Project’s simple ask: Pick 3, spend $50.
Energize the local economy through an investment that returns to your com-
munity through additional income, taxes, salaries that stay in the city and
other local business expenditures.
As always, we thank you for your business and look forward to seeing you soon. Happy Spring!
With gratitude,
Carl Slesinger, Lisa Slesinger and Tom Michael
Co-owners, Larrimor’s
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EACH ISSUE OF Larrimor’s FORUM spotlights new
trends, new designers and, of course, stunning new
clothing. And with each new issue comes a new edito-
rial spread and a photo shoot done months before the magazine
reaches the hands of our readers. This issue’s fashion shoot
took us out of the studio and into the stunning Presidential Suite
of the Fairmont Pittsburgh—Pittsburgh’s Four Diamond LEED
certified hotel. Located in Three PNC Plaza next door to Larri-
mor’s Fifth Avenue location, Fairmont Pittsburgh features 185
guest rooms with luxurious amenities, floor-to-ceiling windows,
sweeping views of the city skyline and a contemporary art-
meets-industry design. In other words, the perfect backdrop to
showcase incredible clothing.
The day began with our crew—stylists, photographers, art di-
rectors—arriving very early to set up in the Presidential. The lay-
out of the suite was incredible—a large foyer, full living and dining
area with a kitchenette (perfect for snacks and copious amounts
of coffee), a powder room, spacious bedroom and separate four-
fixture bath. Gorgeous as it was, we wasted no time moving fur-
niture and making room for a full day of shooting. We had six
outfits to shoot and eight hours to do it. Our model flew in from
A FAIRMONT PHOTO SHOOT
New York that morning and was quickly whisked into hair and
makeup when she arrived. From there it was a whirlwind of out-
fit changes, lighting tweaks, more hair and makeup, quick deci-
sions and lots of work. Everything from the dramatic headboard
in the suite to the artwork on the walls (all by Pittsburgh artists) to
those magnificent windows caught the eye of our photographer.
Fairmont Pittsburgh’s Canine Ambassador Edie even made a
cameo at the photo shoot, and in turn we all fell in love with her.
When not serving as the backdrop for photo shoots, we’re
told that the Presidential Suite can also be used to host birthday
parties, corporate events, bachelor/bachelorette parties and
even small weddings. And of course it’s been home to some very
lucky guests since the hotel opened in March 2010, including
some names you might recognize. The Presidential Suite counts
Britney Spears, Kid Rock, Glenn Beck and Kanye West among
its one-time occupants.
For just $4,000 a night, you can add your name to that list!
We think it’s fair to add the Larrimor’s name to it, as well. For
one very busy Saturday in December, we called the Fairmont
Pittsburgh Presidential Suite home. And we’ve got the photos to
prove it. We hope you enjoy them as much as we do!
Left: Photographer Tom Cwenar (seated) in the Presi-dential Suite of the Fairmont Pittsburgh, wrapping theLarrimor’s spring fashion shoot. Clockwise from bottomleft: Fairmont Pittsburgh’s canine ambassador Edie,Fairmont Pittsburgh manager Julie Abramovic, Larri-mor’s co-owner and buyer Lisa Slesinger, SamanthaBarnhart, model Jorgi Guadalupe, makeup artist Jes-sica Keglovich, and Larrimor’s stylist Michelle Pacis.Below: The Presidential Suite of the Fairmont Pittsburgh.
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The accuracy and completeness of this information is not guaranteed. The opinions expressed are those of the author and not necessarily those of BPU Investment Management, Inc. or its affiliates. The material is solely for informational purposes and is not a solicitation of an offer to buy any security or instrument or to participate in any trading strategy. Our firm does not render legal, accounting or tax advice. Please consult your CPA or attorney on such matters. Asset allocation, diversification, and rebalancing do not assume a positive return or protect against loss.
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SPRINGFASHION TIPS
FOR HER
ASKFORUMQ: It seems that prints are everywhere, but I’ve
never considered myself a “prints person.” Help! From bold geometrics to dreamy florals, our favorite designers are offering allmanner of fabulous prints for 2012. With so many to choose from, there’s some-thing out there for everyone. If you’re new to prints, an easy way to introducethem into your wardrobe is with a flowy, romantic blouse or dress, like the onefrom Vince pictured at left. There are no hard and fast rules, so the most impor-tant thing is to come in and start trying things on! Don’t discount anything untilyou see how it looks on you. We promise to help you find a pretty print you canwear with confidence, and put the spring back in your step this season.
Q: I love white for summer. What can I do to add some visualinterest to an all-white outfit?
If you thought white was boring, or that you could only wear it a few months outof the year, you might be surprised at the lighthearted—and light colored—fash-ions that dominated this season’s runways. You can add both newness andlongevity to your wardrobe by layering different tones (bright white, cream andtaupe) and contrasting textures (pique, eyelet, embroidery and knit). This look isall about approachability and ease, so try a loose, sheer blouse over a georgettecami, or top a silky slipdress with a chunky cardigan. And don’t forget to careful-ly consider your undergarments, the literal foundation for any successful whiteensemble.
Q: Asymmetric hemlines look great on the runway, but how can Itranslate the look for real life?
Skirts, dresses and tops with asymmetric cuts are hot right now, so you’ll beremiss if you let their tricky fits scare you away! Don’t be dismayed if you try iton and it doesn’t look exactly like it did on the model. This style is all about pro-portion, but you can always have a piece tailored and tweaked to flatter your par-ticular shape. Working with your associate is key: she can point you toward thepieces that will work for you, help you decide what alterations to make, and sug-gest the perfect footwear to complete the look.
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Can you guess who Zandra is? Just follow the pink wig, armfuls of chunky bracelets, and brilliantpurple frock—a Zandra original—to find Britain’s grand dame of fashion design. Lucky for us, shebrought her colorful styles and personality to Larrimor’s for a November trunk show and Meet &Greet with local designers, AIP students and opera fans. Then off she went to put finishingtouches on sets and costumes for Pittsburgh Opera’s The Pearl Fishers production. Brava!
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FIT, FUN, FABULOUS FASHIONfor FAMILY HOUSE!
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SPRINGFASHION TIPS
FOR HIM
ASKFORUMQ: I’ve had some of my suits for over a decade and they’re holding
up pretty well. How do I know when it’s time to replace them? Just because your old suits aren’t worn out doesn’t mean they’re still in style.Cuts are slimmer now, so if you haven’t bought a suit since the country had a bal-anced budget, your closet needs updating! Jackets are also slightly shorter, two-buttons are in and pleated pants are out!
The trimmer a suit gets the more important fit becomes, so it’s a good idea toinvest in well-made pieces. Ask us to show you how quality canvassing, construc-tion and fabrics all come together to form the perfect fit, one that highlights yourshape and moves with you without constraining you. We’ll bring you up to speedwith updated models that suit your taste and budget. And don’t forget to pick upa few slimmed-down shirts and ties to complete the new you; nothing ruins thesilhouette of a trim suit faster than wearing a large, lumpy shirt under it.
Q: What can I do to make my casual wardrobe current forspring/summer 2012?
Warm weather sportswear can be casual, but never sloppy. One perfect way toupdate is with the season’s hottest bottoms: slim chinos. Available in bright col-ors and updated neutrals, the new chinos pair equally well with polos or softcoats. Make sure they hit just at the top of your shoe, or roll them up a few timesfor relaxed elegance. Don’t forget to ditch your socks or replace them with onesthat can’t be seen, like the new styles from V.K. Nagrani.
The boat shoe is also back in a big way this summer. We’re firm believers thatdeck shoes offer a perfect footwear option for casual style. Try them with colorfulshorts for day, or dark jeans and a blazer for evening. Drivers and loafers arealways safe bets, too.
Q: My wife switches her closet every season, but I wear the samesuits and slacks all year round. Am I doing something wrong?
Yes! Suits in particular are often designed by season. Tropical-weight, at 6.5 to8.5 ounces per linear yard, is comfortable for spring and summer weather. Mid-weight suits (9 to 10 ounces) can be worn 10 months out of the year, and regular-weight suits (11 to 13 ounces) are suitable for fall and winter months. Some fabrictypes are also more appropriate for certain seasons: linen, cotton and seersuckerin lighter colors help keep you cool in summer, while corduroy, tweed and flannelin darker seasonal tones are great layering pieces for the colder months.
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AHa walk in the walled city
The ancient Moroccan city of
Aït Benhaddou – formerly a caravan
route between the Sahara and Marrakesh,
and location for the fi lm Lawrence of
Arabia – provides the perfect canvas
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atered down" liquor is aloaded term, implying a less-than-premium product. The fact is, almostall hard spirits are watered downbefore you buy them. By U.S. law,most hard spirits must have a mini-mum ABV (alcohol by volume) of40%, or 80 proof (liqueurs, sweetened,infused alcoholic beverages, can havea much lower ABV). Since booze usu-ally comes off the still between 110and 190 proof, water is added to bringit down to our acquired palate andmaximize the base product.
The concept of ‘cask-strength’spirits—that is, bottling the productexactly as drawn from a maturingbarrel—has only recently gainedcachet, particularly among Scotchwhisky drinkers. These days, thereare cask-strength releases ofLaphroig, The Glenlivet, TheMacallan and so on, targeting themalt whisky aficionado. "Cask-strength whiskies generally have amuch more intense flavor profile,"says Michael J. Neff, co-owner of thewhisky-driven Manhattan bar WardIII. "It allows a broader range ofexperience.”
‘Cask strength,’ by convention, is"the natural strength of the spirit,unadulterated by water, and is
dependent on maturation conditions,"says Iain McCallum, master blenderfor The Bowmore, Auchentoshan andGlen Garioch whiskies. As a result, thefinal proof usually differs from bot-tling to bottling, so the latest release ofAuchentoshan Valinch might have anABV of 57.5%, while Bowmore's 10-year Tempest Batch 2 is 56%.
Whisky and bourbon aren't theonly aged spirits drinkers are sippingstraight from the barrel these days:
• DeLeon Tequila, a relatively newluxury label, released its extra-agedexpression last fall at cask strength.The $250 tequila, aged 51 months,comes in at 51 proof. Founder BrentHocking is confident in thepurity of his product. "Atcask strength, you can tasteflaws or additives," he says.
• Because Cognac isgenerally a blend ofdozens of barrels, andheavily regulated byFrench law, it's rare to findcask-strength expressionsin America. So whenPierre Ferrand Cognacreleased its $600 limitededition 1972 CaskStrength a couple of yearsago, it was a big deal. And
when it's gone, it's gone.• Pisco, a white, brandy-like grape
spirit, is gaining popularity in NorthAmerica. According to JohnnySchuler, founder of the new premiumlabel Pisco Porton, "in Peru, pisco isdistilled to strength, with no water,oak or anything else added." This pro-duces a clean spirit at about 86 proof."It's an honest drink," Schuler says.
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LIKE A FINE TIMEPIECE, a beautiful plaza “ticks” when all its
components perform in perfect harmony, to achieve the
precise effect of an urban oasis. It is at once exciting and
relaxing, a place to see and be seen, a refreshing splash of color,
sound and light for all the senses. Great urban spaces are an al-
luring haven from the city grid, offering an essential antidote to
hustle and bustle.
One of America’s greatest urban spaces is Pittsburgh’s Mellon
Square, a Mid-Century Modern masterpiece now undergoing
restoration. The Square is an emblem of Pittsburgh’s post-war
Renaissance, when civic leaders sought to rebrand the then-
smoky city with much needed open space. Financier Richard
King Mellon envisioned the Square as the signature space and
amenity to anchor new office towers for Alcoa and U.S. Steel,
much like Manhattan’s Rockefeller Center.
Mellon had also been impressed by Union Square in San Fran-
cisco, where a 19th-century park had become the 20th-century
roof garden of an underground parking garage. Pittsburgh was
desperate for parking, and the new Mellon Square would offer
1,000 spaces in the heart of the city’s “Golden Triangle.”
Pittsburgh’s Mellon Square opened to great fanfare on Octo-
ber 18, 1955, when R.K. Mellon declared the Square to be “an
artistic achievement.” Considered iconic for its design and char-
acter, the Square is also a superb example of how an innovative
public space can spur revitalization and private investment in
American cities.
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Mellon Square was the first modern garden plaza built over a
parking garage, and a forerunner of green roofs. Collaboratively
designed by the renowned modernist team of Mitchell & Ritchey
architects and Simonds & Simonds landscape architects, Mellon
Square brought liveliness and beauty to downtown Pittsburgh
for 50 years.
Like any classic beauty, though, Mellon Square needed loving
care to maintain its grace and glamour. Everyday wear and tear,
exacerbated by lack of maintenance, had degraded its value and
quality by the turn of the new century. Pittsburgh turned to a na-
tional leader in parks restoration and management, its own Pitts-
burgh Parks Conservancy, to rescue and renew this treasure.
The Parks Conservancy was formed in 1996, to improve the
quality of life for the people of Pittsburgh by permanently restor-
ing the park system to excellence [in partnership with the City of
Pittsburgh]. In 2009, with funding from the Richard King Mellon
Foundation and the Bank of New York Mellon, the Conservancy
developed a restoration and management plan with a team led
by Heritage Landscapes LLC.
In keeping with the Parks Con-
servancy’s philosophy of preserving
historic design while serving con-
temporary needs, the 1.37-acre
Square is being fully restored as well as enhanced by a new lawn
terrace and green roof. The $7 million capital project is updating
the green roof technologies underlying the public space to keep
water from intruding into the parking garage and retail storefronts
that underpin Mellon Square. Its vibrant central fountain and the
water cascade along the main stairway are being returned to
their elegant slimline form and water play of the ’50s. And the
Square’s most distinctive element—the harlequin Rustic Terrazzo
paving inspired by Sarah Mellon Scaife’s impressions of St.
Mark’s Square in Venice—is being refurbished to its sparkling
play of light and dark overlapping triangles.
Once completed in 2013, this vibrant place will be jointly man-
aged by the Parks Conservancy and the City of Pittsburgh. A $4
million permanent maintenance fund will ensure that the invest-
ment can be expertly maintained for the pleasure of Pittsburgh’s
citizens and visitors. The economic impact of the restored
Square will be dramatic, increasing surrounding property value
by $71 to $106 million, and stimulating an estimated $2.5 million
in consumer expenditures.
It’s a tribute to the enduring value of Mellon Square’s superb
design that, even before restoration got underway, it was named
one of “10 Great Public Spaces in America” by the American
Planning Association in 2008. For Mellon Square to continue ful-
filling its civic role as an oasis in the heart of the city, it must also
generate public delight. In addition to the lure of fountains, the
oasis effect requires verdant plantings. Visitors in all seasons will
be enchanted by a rich interplay of texture and color, light and
shade. The shimmering silvery leaves of linden trees, the mot-
tled bark and brilliant fall color of Parrotia trees, and the blooms
of crabapple and magnolia will create an ever-changing canopy.
Beneath, holly and pieris shrubs will provide structure, berry and
bloom, playing against the finer textures of native bearberry
groundcover and spring flowering bulbs. These and other plant-
ings will weave a richly elegant fabric for this remarkable green
roof that graces and inspires city living.
To discover more about Mellon Square, or to make a donation,
please visit www.pittsburghparks.org or call 412.682.7275.
Opposite: In 1955, the new Square offered dazzling views fromprominent buildings like the William Penn Hotel and U. S. SteelTower.Left: Last year's deconstruction of the Cascade Fountain read-ies it for restoration.
One of America’s greatest urban spaces is Pittsburgh’s Mellon Square, a Mid-Century Modernmasterpiece now undergoing restoration.
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smell and sound unique to the oldJags. Would the new XJL inspirethe same passion?
I was able to make the compari-son at Motorcars Incorporated inPlainville, CT, where Dean Cusanosells primarily vintage Jags. Amonghis offerings: a 1958 Jaguar XK 150.It was easy to see why these oldJaguars became so popular in theirday: dramatic sculpted lines, expres-sive headlights, a long hood line, adignified grill, and one of the mostpowerful engines of its time.
The new Jaguar XJL displayssimilar characteristics, with an
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Connecticut and Jaguar haveanother connection: the town ofThompson is home to America’soriginal purpose-built race circuit.Thompson Raceway began operat-ing in 1940 as a 5/8-mile pavedoval track. In 1952, sports cars likethe Jaguar XK 120 began racingon what had become a 1.5 mileproper road race circuit on landowned by John Hoenig. For years
Thompson Raceway was the hometrack of racers in the Sports CarClub of America’s northeast divi-sion, but the last race held on thecourse was in 1977. The track isstill operated by the Hoenig fami-ly; John Hoenig’s great grandsonJonathan, now marketing manag-er, plans to one day reconstruct thecourse and bring road racing backto northeast Connecticut.
Before my time with the car wasup, I took the superchargedJaguar around the time-honoredoval track for a few hot laps. TheJaguar was at home on the play-ground of its ancestors. I wasthrilled to feel this luxury road carinstantly transform itself into aracecar, as I thought of the leg-endary drivers who preceded meat this iconic speedway.
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THE IDEA OF CAMPING—fresh air, friendsgathering around a campfire, slum-bering under the stars—appeals toalmost everyone. Sleeping on theground, dirt-speckled food andprimitive bathroom facilities do
not. Fortunately, enterprising campcreators are removing much of theuncomfortable stuff from a stay inthe great outdoors, preserving allthe good and adding even moreincentives. Glam camping, or
“glamping” as it’s now called, hasspread around the world.
The Clayoquot WildernessResort is located on the westcoast of Vancouver Island (reach-able by boat or sea plane). Here,
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Below: Sleepunder the starsin the SabiSands region ofSouth Africa.
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guests who love the great out-doors can hike, fish, or climb to atreetop observation platform toview one of the oldest temperaterainforests in the world, then “fly”over the forest via a 285 meter-long flight line. For those whoprefer less strenuous exploits,Clayoquot offers wine tastings,spa tents and library tents with aninternet café. And the accommo-dations will surely attract the lux-ury-loving camper. Tents reminis-cent of those used in 19th-centurygreat safari camps have king bedswith down duvets, antiquedressers and tea tables, Persiancarpets, working bathrooms andheated floors. There are evenbathrobes and turndown service.
The Resort at Paws Up, locatedon 37,000 acres along theBlackfoot River near Missoula,Montana, offers a range of year-round activities: 120 miles of des-ignated hiking and riding trails,fly-fishing, whitewater rafting,cross-country skiing, and more.Recently, Paws Up has openedtheir most luxurious tentedaccommodations ever. Set on abluff overlooking the BlackfootRiver and Elk Creek, PinnacleCamp has one- and two-bedroomsuites with climate controls, jettedtubs in the ensuite bathrooms and
decks with river views. There’seven a personal “camping butler.”
If you want to go off by your-self, boutique adventure compa-ny Global Expeditions, Inc.offers private custom excursions.This company doesn’t have afixed location or standard pack-
age. Instead, an area is leasedexclusively for you and a luxurytented camp is created. Globalwill fly in a chef from anywherein the world, and cater to yourwhims with yoga masters,masseurs and estheticians, orauthorities on geology, ecologyand astronomy.
For stargazers, there are severalother options. Abercrombie & Kentwill arrange for you to explore themysterious Sahara Desert. After atour of the area (including Berbervillages and the Atlas Mountains)guests set off across the desert fora four-wheel drive to the camp, sit-uated in a remote area overlookingthe Erg Chebbi Dunes. There’s asunset camel ride through theSahara’s dazzling expanse, fol-lowed by a Moroccan dinner, tradi-tional entertainment and a spa-
cious Caidal tent.Then there’s Four Rivers
Floating Eco-Lodge in Cambodia,located in Tatai, next to the Thaiborder between Bangkok andPhnom Penh. There are 12 tentedvillas, each with a flat-screen TV,mini-bar and wi-fi. You can trek
into the jungle to explore one ofthe world’s largest rainforests,kayak down river, fish, or per-haps stop off for a natural hydromassage in the Tatai Waterfalls.At the end of the day, you canrelax on your private sun-loungerbalcony for a cocktail.
If you want to get away from (andabove) it all, Lion World Tours, spe-cializing in trips to southern andeastern Africa, can arrange for youto stay in a treehouse. In the SabiSands region of South Africa, anastonishing bedroom has beenbuilt around a majestic 500-year-old Leadwood tree. Guests aretaken to the camp at sunset to gazeout over the plains while enjoyingChampagne and local delicacies,before turning in on lavish linensin complete privacy… and, natural-ly, sleeping under the stars.
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A MIXTURE of the most common mate-rials—sand, calcium and ash—is trans-formed by fire into glass. Artists turnit into masterpieces.
Making glass dates back to about2500BC in Mesopotamia. Phoenicianswere accomplished glassmakers aswere the Egyptians, known for stun-ning turquoise and blue pieces creat-ed with copper and cobalt oxides. Butit was the Syrians who discoveredglassblowing in 50BC.
Until then, glass objects were luxu-ry items, considered more valuablethan precious gems. Apart from somejewelry—beads and amulets—mostglass was used for utilitarian purpos-es: holding wine, perfume and oils.
Glassblowing made it possible forlarge quantities of diverse glasswareto be produced inexpensively, creat-ing two categories of glass: luxuryand functional. Over the centuries,various areas became renowned asglass centers: Venice, Bohemia,France, Sweden. But while a few indi-vidual artists such as René Laliqueand Louis Comfort Tiffany becameinternationally recognized for innova-tions in the field, glassmaking
Gauguin’sIsland III byPeter Layton
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remained industry based, oftenshrouded in secrecy.
It wasn’t until the 1960s in theUnited States that the idea tookhold that individual artists couldcreate art glass objects in theirown studios. Fueled by desire andtechnical advances, in 1962 artistHarvey K. Littleton and glass sci-entist Dominick Labino ledgroundbreaking workshops at theToledo Museum of Art, introduc-ing artists to the use of glass as amaterial for contemporary art.Soon, glassmaking programssprang up at universities and artschools across the country, andwhat became known as the StudioGlass Movement developed into aninternational phenomenon.
Dale Chihuly is one of the best-known American artists to emergefrom the movement. But Britishartist Peter Layton also happenedto be in the States at the time,teaching ceramics at the
University of Iowa; he became sotaken by the properties of glassthat he changed disciplines.
“Glass has a life and will of itsown that you need to work withrather than control,” explainsLayton. “I love the fluidity of themedium and the spontaneity itdemands.”
Back in England, the glass-smit-ten Layton established TheContemporary Glass Society tosupport and encourage glassmak-ers and opened the LondonGlassblowing Workshop to createand teach contemporary glass art.
Now, Peter Layton and one of hisinitial students, Adam Aaronson,are considered mainstays ofLondon’s art glass scene. Both takenature as an inspiration and “land-scape” and “painterly influences”
are two major areas of commonexploration. Although the execu-tion is quite different, their workhas the feeling of Impressionistpaintings rendered in solid form.
“As an artist, I am inspired bythe ceaseless variability of light onthe landscape, in the sky and on
water,” Aaronson says. “Glass isthe ideal medium to express thisidea of continual change since itsproperties are inherently fluctuat-ing, not only in its molten state butalso in the way the play of lightcreates endless nuances in the fin-ished piece.”
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Above: RubyConicalIntersectionwith AmberSphere byHarvey K.LittletonRight: Squill IbyAdamAaronson
Viewing Art GlassIn 2012, the 50th anniversary of the Studio Glass Movement is being celebrat-ed at museums across the world.
THE CORNING MUSEUM OF GLASSCorning, New York (www.cmog.org)
Special 2012 Exhibitions: Founders of American
Studio Glass: Harvey K. Littleton & Dominick
Labino; Masters of Studio Glass: Erwin Eisch;
Making Ideas: Experiments in Design at GlassLab
TACOMA ART MUSEUMTacoma, Washington (www.TacomaArtMuseum.org)
Permanent Collection:
Chihuly: Gifts from the Artist
ZeST GALLERY AT THE INTERNATIONAL SCULPTURE OBJECTS & FUNCTIONAL ART FAIRNew York and Santa Fe (www.sofaexpo.com)
2012: Pieces by Adam Aaronson and Peter Layton
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EXPERTISEOur long-term sales associates have beenwith us for an average of 16 years, and arepassionate about counseling our customersand advising them on all clothing and accessory matters. From trends to tailoring,we want to ensure that your shopping expe-rience is a pleasant one.
COFFEE & WATER BARIn the hectic world in which we live, manysimple pleasures are lost. Sometimes a hotcup of coffee or a friendly, familiar face is thebest comfort for the soul. We’re happy toprovide both, and more.
BUILDING RELATIONSHIPSDeveloping lasting personal relationshipshelps our sales associates select items thatthey know you will enjoy, and ease your mindwhile you shop.
GIFT CERTIFICATESA Larrimor’s gift certificate is the gift that always fits! Our gift certificates are availablefor purchase in store or over the phone, inany denomination. If you can’t make it to oneof our locations, just give us a call and we’llwrap the gift certificate and ship it to the recipient for you!
COMPLIMENTARY ALTERATIONSIn order to ensure that the fit is just right, weoffer complimentary alterations on all regu-larly priced clothing. Down to the detail of every stitch, we ensure each article is tai-lored specifically to you. Our on-site team ofworld-class tailors is here to give you theperfect fit.
BUTTON UPA loose thread or button can be just thething that unravels your day. Bring in anysuits or outerwear with buttons that need at-tention, and we’ll re-attach or tighten themfor you, at no charge. We want you lookingyour best, down to the last detail.
HOME DELIVERYWe understand your busy schedule andwant to do all we can to lessen the demandson your time. This is why we provide localdelivery to your home or office, or we canship anywhere in the United States.
FAMILY FRIENDLYAs a family business, we feel that it is essen-tial to create a shopping experience that canbe enjoyed by the whole family. At Larrimor’swe provide interactive play areas so that yourtime with us can be more relaxed, and yourchildren can still have fun.
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COMPLIMENTARY GIFT WRAPWe offer complimentary gift-wrapping foryour purchases, on any day you want. Youconcentrate on choosing the perfect gift;we’ll do the rest.
RETURN POLICYWe have a liberal return policy, where youcan bring your purchases back if you are notsatisfied with them within a reasonable period of time. We want to make sure youlove your new items when you get home, as much as you do in the store.
STORE TO DOORWhen it comes to making sure you look yourfinest, Larrimor’s is ready to go the extramile. One phone call is all it takes to bringone of our expert sales associates to yourhome or office; at your convenience, and atno extra cost.
Individual or group appointments are avail-able. To schedule, call us at 412.471.5727or email [email protected].
BY APPOINTMENTOur personal shoppers are available to makeyour experience here as effortless as possi-ble. For your convenience, they will pre-select a wardrobe to fit your clothing needs,placing the garments in a private fittingroom. Once our associates have learnedyour style and needs, they can keep an eyeout for specific items you might be lookingfor in the future.
ABUNDANT PARKING To ensure your shopping experience is asstress-free as possible, we provide you withample validated parking that is both conven-ient and secure—a real luxury in downtownPittsburgh.
It impacts every facet of our business, from our ability to bringyou world class fashions to thefriendly, knowledgeable associateswho help and guide you.
You, our customers and friends, are ultimately at the heart of all that we do, and we strive to exceedyour expectations. If for some reasonyou feel that the level of service we provide does not meet your expectations, please let us know.
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row up,” my fashionable friendsneered over his ceviche, withone eyebrow raised. “You lookdisheveled, kind of a mess…”
“What are you talking about?” Idemanded, feeling very sartoriallyappropriate in trim khakis and a crispblue oxford shirt.
“Your outfit!” he dispatched withdisdain. “It’s dull and uncoordinated.It makes you look dated. And clue-less!” Requesting specifics about myfashion transgressions, I was toldthat, for one thing, my belt and shoeshad nothing in common.
“The belt’s at my waist, the shoesare on my feet: what do they need incommon?” I wondered aloud.
But after a quick self-assessment, Ihad to admit that my friend was right.Despite owning plenty of qualityclothes, some with designer labels, Inever seemed to look quite right.Clearly, my image was far less cooland far more boring than most of theguys in that trendy restaurant.
Time to consult the experts.Here’s what I learned: ■ When it comes to accessories, buythe best you can afford. When theaccessories look expensive, the out-fit looks expensive.■ The belt and shoes should be asclose as possible in color, textureand material.
■ Socks should match the trouser,rather than the shoe. (But a littlewhimsy on the feet is acceptable, asis going sans socks in summer.)■ More than anything else you wear,your tie expresses your personality.Make sure it’s current (three and ahalf inches, narrower if you’re a rockstar) and make sure it’s interesting.Even casual outfits, including jeans,go up a notch with the right neck-wear: try a knit or linen tie, or a sub-tle conversational. ■ Keep your eyewear current. Bringalong a friend when you select newglasses and make sure the framescomplement your face shape andfeatures. (Bold frames are of themoment, but only if they look goodon you!)■ A handkerchief in your sportcoatpocket adds a touch of elegance.
So there it is. Without threateningmy masculinity, the simple act ofcoordinating a suede belt with mysuede bucks has instilled newfoundconfidence. And now that I’m takinga few minutes each morning toaccessorize, my life is changing forthe better. My girlfriend seemshappy to see me. My colleagues areshowing respect. Who knew lifecould be so simple? My patronizingfriend even picked up the check atour most recent lunch outing.
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