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ESCAPISM. Take a moment to breathe.
Experience 🎩 elegance , 👗fashion, 🛋decor, 🎨 art & 💭 musings that embody an aware & sophisticated lifestyle...come join the conversation!

#TheSophisticate #ElegantLifestyle #RefinedLiving #musings #Culture #Escapism
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After many years and a new building, the Studio Museum in Harlem is now open.
youtu.be/gsOe-5TOA3Q

#studiomuseuminharlem #museums #harlem #art #grandopening #artcollectors #blacksky #blackartists #africanamericanart #tour #travel #thelmagolden #blackart #newyorkcity #culture #architecture
November 19, 2025 at 8:30 AM
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The "Accardi Meets Dali" art reception at Eden Gallery, Soho, NYC youtu.be/8ijv1NfUs08?...

#AngeloAccardi #artreception #artopening #nyc #nyartscene #art #paintings #sculpture #fineart #EdenFineArt #AccardiMeetsDali #artist
November 19, 2025 at 8:27 AM
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Watercolor painting of a dog nicknamed, Rumpster.
#watercolor #painting #frenchbulldog
November 2, 2025 at 9:54 PM
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#ICE #politicalcartoons #davegranlund #jobopportunities for #lowestofthelow #helpwanted #tragictruths
November 2, 2025 at 8:39 PM
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Trailblazing dancer Misty Copeland performs one last time before retiring from the American Ballet Theater.

#smithsonian #ABT #mistycopeland #blacksky #ballet #ballerina #africanamerican #dance www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/t...
October 27, 2025 at 5:48 AM
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HE knows who did it!
#inspectorclouseau #thelouvre #jewelheist #thepinkpanther #thelouvremuseum #whodoneit
October 23, 2025 at 5:43 AM
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www.newyorksocialdiary.com/the-boys-clu...

#BCNY #NYSD #gala #fundraiser #philanthropy #waldorfastoria #nyc #nysociety #dinner #dance
October 14, 2025 at 3:52 AM
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The interior designer James Cavagnari recently opened the 14-room James Suite Hotel (@thejamesfirenze) in a 16th-century palazzo in the center of Florence, Italy. #interiordesign #style #canopybed #hotels #firenze #jamescavagnari #thejamesfirenze

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September 26, 2025 at 10:25 PM
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Who wouldn't want to see a young Cher wearing Bob Mackie again???

Cher's opening outfit reveals from her TV show in the 70s. #skyfashion #cher #fashion #bobmackie #costumedesign #style #entertainment #thechershow #fab #glam #costumes #style
September 17, 2025 at 10:34 PM
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Finding Love, the Old-Fashioned Way

From backgammon meetups to cornhole speed-dating, app-weary Gen Z-ers are seeking partners face-to-face.
“Run First. #BeersAfter. Find Love.”
tinyurl.com/37w6usx5

#dating #datingapps #lungerunclub #tiktok #genz #nyc #findlove
September 15, 2025 at 4:44 PM
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Social clubs have become a thing in NYC. Suddenly, everybody who is anybody has joined up with a schmoozy society outlet catering to seemingly every interest & income bracket — from Casa Cipriani for the social set, to the Leash Club for canine parents. tinyurl.com/2s3wv97w
#clubs #society #social
September 14, 2025 at 6:54 AM
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Intelligent leisure—our vision of thoughtful and thought-provoking programming—is our open invitation to gather friends and play with ideas. Inspired by creative & intellectual communities, Moss events range from art exhibitions & musical performances to interdisciplinary salons & supper clubs.
September 10, 2025 at 7:28 PM
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MOSS: A private members club in NYC
where New Yorkers of all types gather in the shared pursuit of intelligent leisure and physical culture.
moss.nyc
#membersonly #nyc #vip #clubs #leisure #culture #newyorker #salons #events #moss
September 10, 2025 at 7:28 PM
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The Rise and Fall of the Socialite 💰
www.newyorksocialdiary.com/the-rise-and...

#thecushingsisters #babepaley #brendafrazier #socialregister #cafesociety #barbarahutton #monacountessbismarck #leisureclass #timeandmoney #elmorocco #dorisduke #JacquelineBouvier #mrsastor #socialite #ediesedgewick
September 10, 2025 at 12:59 AM
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Nice turnout at Contessa Gallery’s Hunt Slonem opening in Southampton! Beyond the famous bunnies: striking abstracts, portraits, and rare works + an on-site book sale.

#HuntSlonem #ContessaGallery #ArtOpening #Southampton #ArtBooks #art #fineart #artcollector #modernart #artreception
September 9, 2025 at 2:16 AM
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The Hampton Classic a few days before the Grand Prix — pure equine magic. Gentle ponies, polished tack, and riders quietly rehearsing make for the perfect slow-paced escape.
#HamptonClassic #EquineLife #HorseLovers #HorsePhotography #CalmBeforeTheStorm #HorseLovers
September 8, 2025 at 8:50 PM
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Friday sunset + live music + wine = Summer Apres Beach at Wolffer Vineyards. Sip by the glass or grab a bottle and relax in Sagaponack. 🍷🌅🎶 #WolfferVineyards #SummerApresBeach #Sagaponack #LiveMusic #WineTime #summerinabottle #wolfferwinestand #endofsummer
September 8, 2025 at 8:20 PM
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Giorgio Armani has died at the age of 91.
Armani began as a fashion company, expanded into beauty, fragrance, music, sport & luxury hotels.
His company bringing in more than £2bn a year.
#fashiondesigner #powersuit #giorgioarmani #italianstyle #80sfashion #americangigolo #richardgere #emporioarmani
September 4, 2025 at 2:36 PM
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Had an unforgettable day at the East Coast Open at Greenwich Polo Club with great friends! 🐎🍹 Picnic lunch, refreshing cocktails, and thrilling polo action made it right. A perfect blend of sport, style, and relaxation!
#PoloLife #EastCoastOpen #GreenwichPoloClub #PoloVibes #WeekendGoals
September 3, 2025 at 1:10 AM
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Had an amazing time at the Hampton Classic this past weekend, enjoying the VIP tent experience with small bites and champagne. Nothing beats great company, luxury, and a beautiful setting all in one! Cheers to unforgettable moments! 🥂🍾 #HamptonClassic #VIPExperience #ChampagneToast
September 2, 2025 at 10:57 PM
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Prominent figures with residences on Harbor Island include Mickey Drexler, Ron Perelman, Robert Miller, Barry Diller, and Diane von Fürstenberg.
Other notable individuals associated with Harbour Island include Taylor Swift, Tom Cruise, David Letterman, and India Hicks.
#billionaires #travel
August 20, 2025 at 4:58 PM
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Robert Wilson Dies: Visionary Theater Creator Whose Philip Glass Opera Collaboration ‘Einstein On The Beach’ Remains A Towering Example Of 1970s Avant-Garde Art Was 83.

#watermillcenter #performanceart #performanceartist #visionary #einsteinonthebeach #robertwilson
August 1, 2025 at 5:47 PM
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COTY L’ORIGAN, 1905
Inspired by the scents of the Mediterranean, L’Origan launched a new sub-family of fragrances known as Amber Florals. A blend of orange blossom, rose & jasmine with amber, powder & spicy notes, L’Origan was a masterpiece of exceptional character. #coty #cotyheritage #perfume
Bottle of Coty original fragrance, L'origan on the left, and an illustrated ad for the perfume on the right. Illustration by C. Brenner, 1950
June 26, 2025 at 6:33 PM
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A moment frozen in time 📸✨ Legendary photographer Lawrence Schiller captured Tippi Hedren with Hitchcock's reflection in the sideview mirror. A perfect blend of art & storytelling!
#Photography #LawrenceSchiller #TippiHedren #AlfredHitchcock #BehindTheLens #Hollywood #PhotoInspiration
June 24, 2025 at 7:56 PM
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Law Roach and Zendaya are #TwoOfAKind! Even as Law retires, their iconic partnership will live on. A true style legend and muse combo, their influence is unstoppable. Here’s to lasting style and friendship! #LawRoach

#Zendaya #FashionLegends #StyleGoals #cfda #whatbecomesalegendmost
June 14, 2025 at 6:53 PM