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TIFFANY & CO. I n the hierarchy of exasperating people, I find the Name Dropper to be particularly grating. (I put him or her before Sings Along With The Performer At A Concert but after Always Drives 10 Miles Below The Speed Limit.) Is there anything more onerous than repeated — yet clunky — conversational references to bold-faced types referenced as "my best friend soand-so"? My brain always translates that particular wording into "someone I stood next to in the valet line one time." I'm sure everyone has his or her own list of Annoying People, and I know I've unwittingly appeared on one or 12. Early in my career, I was sitting in the office of then-Neiman Marcus CEO Mr. Burton Tansky when I casually used the term "purse" while referring to a luxury leather good. He gave me a look that could have stopped a charging bull, then sternly told me that Neiman Marcus did not sell purses: It sold handbags. Suffice it to say, the "p" word has never left my lips again. Even now, I flinch whenever I hear someone else use it, and live in fear that Mr. Tansky may refer to me as That Rube. This particular issue is filled with all manner of people, places and interesting things, and believe me when I say we chose them very wisely. So, this month, I hope to count you amongst Loyal Readers instead of Those Who Just Look At The Pictures. Of course, we're happy to have you either way! I mean, as long as you continue to drive the speed limit. Amy Adams Executive editor amyadams@papercitymag.com OCTOBER 2013 | STYLE | FASHION | SOCIAL in POP. CULTURE. GOSSIP. this ISSUE 4, 6, 8 ATLAS Shrugged Tiffany & Co.'s newly minted Atlas collection harkens to the namesake Roman numeral watch created by design director emeritus, John Loring, in the early '80s. The latest styles refine the original classic motifs, exploring symbols of empire with sleek, modern silhouettes. Framed numbers reveal themselves in cutouts of 18K yellow, rose or white gold — think luxe bangles, ornate diamond baubles and timeless medallion pendants. The result is a seamless blend of the contemporary with the legendary — which is simply the Tiffany way. $125 to $10,000, at Tiffany & Co. Megan Pruitt Winder ALL HAIL Our collective predilection for immediate gratification has turned "wait" into a four-letter word. Chicago-based Queen of Cashmere, however, rewards those willing to cool their heels for six to eight weeks with a heritage-knit sweater anointed by a custom intarsia monogram. Creative types uninterested in wearing their own initials can dream up a unique design (within the bounds of good taste, of course) and owner Caron Slimak will rule over the production, be it a family crest, logo or sweet little bumble bee. The styles are classic — turtlenecks, crews, polos, shrugs, V-necks, cardigans and the like — but the 42 available colors mean the end result will be anything but common. From $595, at Cabana, 4711 W. Lovers Lane, 214.674.9928; queenofcashmere.com. Amy Adams the Queen Party: Crystal Charity's Ten Best Dressed Luncheon and Fashion Show 1012 Vuitton's Got A BRAND NEW BAG Party: Opening of Lublu Kira Plastinina 20 22 Pick of the New: Fresh places to shop, gaze and graze L ouis Vuitton introduces a new bag to its exceptional assortment of totes: W, the luxury brand's first new shape since Artsy launched in 2010. While the latter is a slouchy style, W sports tightly tailored lines suggesting the curves of the letter "W" — hence, the name. Vuitton's iconic monogram canvas emblazons four out of five W bags, intelligently designed with a velvety effect or mixed with rare leathers. Our favorite? It's a toss-up between the black-and-white checkered and the all-over chartreuse with velvet monogram. Available in 13 or 16 inches, $3,700 to $5,150, at the Louis Vuitton boutique. Kate Stukenberg Fashion: Watches black as night 24 28 Style: Rocking out with cover girl Erin Wasson Fashion: It's about mime Style DNA: From Russia with love — Nasiba Adilova PC House & Art 33 Tiffany Atlas bangle, ring and earrings in 18K rose gold with diamonds Decoration: What's new in the design world 38 SHOP IN THE NAME If you've ever needed a nudge before making a splurge, then Partners Card provides justification with a capital "J." This year's co-chairs Annika Cail, Katy Duvall and Sara Friedman, along with honorary co-chairs Beth Rafferty and Shay Geyer, take the reins of the 21-year-old shopping extravaganza that has raised more than $13 million for The Family Place — one of the most respected family violence service providers in the state — to date. The 10-day spree runs Friday, October 25, through Sunday, November 3, with more than 750 retailers and restaurants offering 20 percent savings. All proceeds of the $70 Partners Card go directly to The Family Place. To purchase, visit partnerscard.org or dial 214.443.7754. Lauren Scheinin Love Design: Inside the nest of Todd Fiscus & Ceron 41 of Style: Inside the head of party boy Todd Fiscus Special Section: Cattle Baron's Ball benefitting the American Cancer Society This Family Rocks CLARE ADAMS KITTLE CO., INC. T hose who subscribe to living large will find a kindred spirit in Karen Boulle, who has an affection for 11-carat rubies and Liz Taylorsized diamonds. The native Brit introduced the deBoulle Collection in 1983 when she and husband, Denis Boulle, opened their first deBoulle jewelry salon. Designed to celebrate the store's 30th anniversary, Karen's newest collection rocks the top, with large multicarat colored stones — emerald is a favorite. "Architecture and fashion from London, Paris, Baghdad and Singapore are my influences," she says. deBoulle, 6821 Preston Road, 214.522.2400; deboulle.com. Lauren Scheinin Dallas Contemporary TAKES THE CAKE It's not every year that the city's most beloved non-collecting art museum turns 35. Thus, the Dallas Contemporary has planned its own truly inspired birthday party. Christened "Alive for 35," the event's pièce de résistance is "Acceleration," an exhibition that features works from a veritable who's who from the Dallas/Fort Worth area and beyond. (Thirty-five artists in total, natch.) The event begins at 1 pm Friday, November 8, and runs 35 consecutive hours, ending at midnight Saturday, November 9. We suggest stockpiling caffeine now. Access to the exhibition is free; tickets to the November 9 birthday party start at $235. 161 Glass St., 214.821.2522; dallascontemporary.org. 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