S E P TE M B E R 2 02 1
Style + Fashion
D O E S Y O U R L A W Y E R U N D E R S TA N D Y O U R I N J U R Y ?
Douglas Grossbart does. As both a physician and an attorney, Dr. Grossbart is uniquely equipped to serve our clients as Medical Director.
M A N H AT T A N | M I L L B U R N | P R I N C E T O N | R I D G E W O O D | S E A G I R T 2 0 1- 4 4 4 - 4 0 0 0 | WWW. S E I G E L L A W. C O M
FOLLOW THE LEADER.
There’s nothing quite like a Maserati. And there’s no place quite like Maserati of Bergen County where we strive for perfection in everything we do in order to exceed your expectations in every way.
a Maserati is no ordinary vehicle and you’re no ordinary client.
2021 MASERATI
LEVANTE AWD % Lease
789
$
per mo. /39 mos.*
1.49 APR Financing †
up to 72 months. on 2020/2021 models
$5,999 due at signing. $0 security deposit. MSRP $85,389, VIN# MX363851. Includes all incentives. Taxes, licensing & registration fees extra.
2021 MASERATI
GHIBLI S Q4 AWD % Lease
871
$
per mo. /39 mos.*
1.49 APR Financing †
up to 72 months. on 2020/2021 models
$6,171 due at signing. $0 security deposit. MSRP $82,604, VIN# M1365812. Includes all incentives. Taxes, licensing & registration fees extra.
MASERATI OF BERGEN COUNTY 145 NJ-17, Upper Saddle River, NJ • 201-492-9129
2020 MASERATI
QUATTROPORTE S%Q4 AWD Lease
1,069
$
per mo. /42 mos.*
1.49 APR Financing †
up to 72 months. on 2020/2021 models
$7,915 due at signing. $0 security deposit. MSRP $113,835, VIN# L1353539. Taxes, licensing & registration fees extra.
MaseratiBergenCounty.com
*Price includes all costs to be paid by a consumer except for taxes, licensing costs & registration fees. Includes all incentives. Due at lease signing: 1st month payment, $795 bank fee, $899.75 DOC fee & down payment of $3,515.25 /Levante, $3,605.25 /Ghibli, $5,151.25/Quattroporte. $0 security deposit. Includes 10,000 mi/yr with excess @ $.30 per mile over. Total payment/total cost: Ghibli=$33,969/$39,269; Levante $30,771/$35,981; Quattroporte=$44,898/$51,744. Option to purchase at lease end at price determined at lease signing. Lessee responsible for insurance, maintenance and excess wear & tear. †$5,444 cash down on financing for Levante or Ghibli; $7,890 cash down on financing for Quattroporte. *†All offers to qualified buyers with Tier 1 credit approval. Offers not valid on prior purchases. Dealer’s actual terms may vary. Residency restrictions apply. Must take retail delivery by 9/30/21.
LIFESTYLE LETTER
SEPTEMBER 2021 PUBLISHER
Marc Schwartz | marc.schwartz@lifestylepubs.com EDITOR
Fashion: From Formal Wear to the Finish Line THIS YEAR’S STYLE + FASHION ISSUE WILL COVER IT ALL – FROM THE
Kris Pepper | kris.pepper@lifestylepubs.com STAFF PHOTOGRAPHERS
Sarah Flannery, Michael Malandra, Barry Houldsworth, Little Nest Portraits, Ridgewood AD DESIGNER
Matthew Endersbe
“RUNWAY” TO YOUR “LONG RUN.”
L AYO UT DESIGNER
Starting with New York City designer Donald Deal, we’ll introduce you to the
Randah O’Doherty
world of custom couture and elegant evening wear. A veteran of fashion, Donald has honed his skills over 30 years, starting at Paramount Studios in Hollywood as
CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS
Michel Nafziger
a designer and wardrobe stylist. He embraced and mastered essential skills like sketching, drafting patterns, and sewing throughout his professional journey, which created the foundation that was key to his label's success. Donald incorporates the finest fabrics, laces, and hand-sewn beading to create one-of-a-kind couture looks that have appeared in national fashion magazines as well as on the Red Carpet. Our feature article is “all sewn up” with stunning looks that we hope will inspire you for your next mitzvah, wedding, or gala. Want a custom gown created for you by Donald? You’ll be in good company since Kathie Lee Gifford, Sharon Stone, Geena Davis, and Barbara Walters have been just a few of his renowned clients. Following all that glitz and glamour, it may be time to get a sweat on. Aidan Walsh, founder of the Racefaster brand, is doubling down with his running and retail experience to provide athletes who love to run with apparel specifically made for
CORPORATE TEAM CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Steven Schowengerdt CHIEF SALES OFFICER Matthew Perry CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER DeLand Shore
comfort and functionality. Racefaster now has four boutique stores that cater to
ART DIRECTOR Sara Minor
runners who are selective about their running shoes and clothing and are interested
OPERATIONS DIRECTOR Janeane Thompson
in finding a mix of the newest tech fabrics and styles.
AD MANAGER Chad Jensen
Once you’ve picked up everything on your back-to-school shopping list, you
REGIONAL SALES DIRECTOR Eric Williams
may want to gather the family for a fun fall photoshoot. Our friends at Little Nest
WEB APPLICATIONS Michael O’Connell
Portraits shared their best “go-to” locales for great family shots. Maybe you’ll catch the perfect photo for your holiday cards. If you’d like to leave it to the professionals to get the shot, book them now. Appointments fill up quickly! Whether you prefer cutting-edge high fashion or just want to cut out and go for a run, we hope you enjoy this issue.
514 W 26TH ST., KANSAS CITY, MO
Live the Local Life! Happy Fall! Kris Pepper, Editor
ARIZONA | CALIFORNIA | COLORADO | CONNECTICUT | FLORIDA | GEORGIA IDAHO | ILLINOIS | KANSAS | MARYLAND | MASSACHUSETTS | MICHIGAN MINNESOTA | MISSOURI | MONTANA | NEVADA | NEW JERSEY NORTH CAROLINA | OHIO | OKLAHOMA | OREGON | PENNSYLVANIA SOUTH CAROLINA | TENNESSEE | TEXAS | VIRGINIA | WASHINGTON
CityLifestyle.com/NorthwestBergen ON THE COVER clothing, Evening Wear by Donald Deal PHOTOGRAPHY BY MICHEL NAFZIGER 4
Northwest Bergen Lifestyle | September 2021
Proverbs 3:5-6 Northwest Bergen Lifestyle™ is published monthly by Lifestyle Publications LLC. It is distributed via the US Postal Service to some of the Northwest Bergen areas’ most affluent neighborhoods. Articles and advertisements do not necessarily reflect Lifestyle Publications’ opinions. No portion of this magazine may be reproduced in any form without written consent. Lifestyle Publications does not assume responsibility for statements made by advertisers or editorial contributors. Information in Northwest Bergen Lifestyle™ is gathered from sources considered to be reliable, but the accuracy of all information cannot be guaranteed.
Steven W. Tarta, Esq. Current Market Value of your assets (approximate) Total Value of all real estate: Total Value of any/all investments (stocks & bonds): Total Value of any/all profit sharing, IRA's & 401K's: Total Value of any/all businesses you own: Total Value of any/all bank accounts (checking, savings): Total amount of money owed to you: Total amount of life insurance payable upon your death: Total value of miscellaneous and other assets: Total Assets: Debts you owe (approximate) Current Market Value of your assets (approximate)
Before Estate Planning $1,125,000.00 $29,000.00 $1,400,000.00 $0.00 $88,000.00 $7,600.00 $444,000.00 $0.00 $3,093,600.00 After Estate Planning
Before Estate Planning
After Estate Planning
$1,125,000.00 $29,000.00 $1,400,000.00 $0.00 $88,000.00 $7,600.00 $444,000.00 $0.00
$0.00 $0.00 $1,400,000.00 $0.00 $0.00 $7,600.00 $0.00 $0.00
Total Value of all real estate: Total Value of any/all investments (stocks & bonds): Total Value of any/all profit sharing, IRA's & 401K's: Total Value of any/all businesses you own: Total Value of any/all bank accounts (checking, savings): Total amount of money owed to you: Total amount of life insurance payable upon your death: Total value of miscellaneous and other assets:
$1,125,000.00 $29,000.00 $1,400,000.00 $0.00 $88,000.00 $7,600.00 $444,000.00 $0.00
$0.00 $0.00 $1,400,000.00 $0.00 $0.00 $7,600.00 $0.00 $0.00
Total Assets:
Total Assets:
$3,093,600.00
$1,407,600.00
$3,093,600.00
$1,407,600.00
Mortgages: Credit Cards: Other:
$50,000.00 $1,200.00 $0.00
$50,000.00 $1,200.00 $0.00
Mortgages: Credit Cards: Other:
$50,000.00 $1,200.00 $0.00
$50,000.00 $1,200.00 $0.00
Total Debts:
$51,200.00
$51,200.00
Total Debts:
$51,200.00
$51,200.00
$3,042,400.00
$1,356,400.00
$3,042,400.00
$1,356,400.00
$0.00 $0.00
$0.00 $0.00
Debts you owe (approximate)
Your Total Estate Value:
Your Federal Taxable Estate Value: Your Estimated Federal Estate Tax: Your State Taxable Estate Value: Your Estimated State Estate Tax:
Your Estimated Total Estate Tax: Your Estimated Probate Costs (3% of estate value)
Debts you owe (approximate)
Your Federal Taxable Estate Value: Your Estimated Federal Estate Tax: Your State Taxable Estate Value: Your Estimated State Estate Tax: Your Estimated Total Estate Tax: Your Estimated Probate Costs
Your Total Estate Value:
$0.00 $0.00
$0.00 $0.00
Your Federal Taxable Estate Value: Your Estimated Federal Estate Tax:
$1,042,400.00 $86,131.20
$0.00 $0.00
Your State Taxable Estate Value: Your Estimated State Estate Tax:
$86,131.20 $91,272.00
$0.00 $40,692.00
The NJ Estate Tax has been repealed on Jan. 1, 2018. This example will estimate the NJ Estate Tax for informational purposes only based on a NJ gross estate in excess of $2,000,000.00.
Mortgages: Credit Cards: Other: Total Debts: Your Total Estate Value:
Current Market Value of your assets (approximate)
After Estate Planning $0.00 $0.00 $1,400,000.00 $0.00 $0.00 $7,600.00 $0.00 $0.00 $1,407,600.00
Before Estate Planning
Total Value of all real estate: Total Value of any/all investments (stocks & bonds): Total Value of any/all profit sharing, IRA's & 401K's: Total Value of any/all businesses you own: Total Value of any/all bank accounts (checking, savings): Total amount of money owed to you: Total amount of life insurance payable upon your death: Total value of miscellaneous and other assets:
$1,042,400.00 $86,131.20
$0.00 $0.00
$86,131.20 $91,272.00
$0.00 $40,692.00
Your Estimated Total Estate Tax: Your Estimated Probate Costs (3% of estate value)
The NJ Estate Tax has been repealed on Jan. 1, 2018. This example will estimate the NJ Estate Tax for informational purposes only based on a NJ gross estate in excess of $2,000,000.00.
$50,000.00 $1,200.00 $0.00 $51,200.00 $3,042,400.00
$50,000.00 $1,200.00 $0.00 $51,200.00 $1,356,400.00
$0.00 $0.00 $1,042,400.00 $86,131.20 $86,131.20 $91,272.00
$0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $40,692.00
The NJ Estate Tax has been repealed on Jan. 1, 2018. This example will estimate the NJ Estate Tax for informational purposes only based on a NJ gross estate in excess of $2,000,000.00.
Estate Planning At Its Best
HONEST PHILOSOPHY • PERSONAL APPROACH • PROVEN SUCCESS
201.444.8448 | tartalaw.com 700 Godwin Avenue, Midland Park, NJ
INSIDE THE ISSUE SEPTEMBER 2021
FEATURES 08 La Cambusa Opens in Wyckoff
An Upscale Casual Restaurant Serving Authentic Italian Cuisine
14 Snap To It! Great Locations for Family Photographs
18 Ridgewood’s Racefaster Ahead of the Curve
14 08
24 Designer Donald Deal Good Design Has No Shortcuts
18
24 DEPARTMENTS 4
Lifestyle Letter
8
Around Town
14
Local Experiences
18
Locally Owned
24 Trend Setter
AROUND TOWN
Exams are available by an independent Doctor of Optometry, Dr. Ann Higgins License #27OA00472600
LA CAMBUSA OPENS IN WYCKOFF La Cambusa Ristorante has opened in Wyckoff.
201-848-1184
franklinlakesopticians.com 801 Franklin Avenue Franklin Lakes, New Jersey 07417 IN S U RANC E S ACC E PTED : A ET NA , DAVIS VISION, EYEM ED, NVA , S PECTE RA , A ND UNITED H EA LT HCA RE
La Cambusa is an upscale casual restaurant serving authentic Italian cuisine inspired by the regions of Campania and the Amalfi Coast in southern Italy. They are currently serving dinner Tuesday through Sunday, with lunch to follow soon. The restaurant doesn't have a liquor license but offers zeroproof libations featuring fresh, seasonal items. La Cambusa also offers wine lockers available for rent and event space for groups of up to 80 people. cambusanj.com
GONG CHA OPENS IN RIDGEWOOD Gong Cha, an international bubble tea chain from Taiwan, has opened in Ridgewood at 194 East Ridgewood Avenue. The establishment serves a variety of bubble teas, along with milk tea, tea latte, and slushie flavors. They specialize in fresh-brewed teas which are brewed every four hours. This sets them apart from other outlets which serve powdered teas. Pearl bubbles are cooked fresh throughout the day and all tea is sourced from Taiwan. This is their fifth Bergen County location after Closter, Fort Lee, Palisades Park, and Paramus (Garden State Plaza). They are open seven days a week beginning at 11:00 am. gongchausa.com
BAR BOUTIQUE COMING TO RAMSEY Bar Boutique is a new concept coming to downtown Ramsey at 110 East Main Street. The business will tie together a store and bar concept, offering craft cocktails, wine by the glass, and light-bite fare as well as wine by the bottle. CONTINUED >
8
Northwest Bergen Lifestyle | September 2021
AROUND TOWN The owners will be carefully curating wines and spirits and bringing lesser-known vineyards and distilleries to light for their customers. They
e Mortgages
will also be offering a cocktail list created by expert mixologists.
N FINANCING
This "new bar experience in Ramsey" will also feature a temperature-controlled wine room housing up to 2000 bottles. Bar Boutique is expected to
Jumbo Loans // Conforming Loans FHA // VA Loans // Reverse Mortgages P URCHASE
open for business in October. barboutiquecomingsoon.com
/ / RE FI NA NC E // DE BT CONS O L IDAT I ON CONST RUC T ION F INA NC ING
WE LOVE FIRST TIME HOMEBUYERS Cornerstone Capital has over 13 years of experience helping homeowners apply and obtain mortgages in Bergen County. We strive to make the process of applying for a mortgage as easy as possible by taking the time to thoroughly explain all the steps and requirements needed for any purchase or refinance. Our goal is to make the mortgage process as pleasant, positive, and transparent as possible. SCAN TO
COMPLETE SECURE 1003
(MORTGAGE APPLICATION)
(20 1) 265-4545
CORC A P F I NA NC I A L . CO M Kevin Shanman NMLS #286456
Licensed by the NJ Department of Banking and Insurance
TAAN THAI OPENS IN RIDGEWOOD Taan Thai has announced they are expanding with a second location in Ridgewood. Management
EVERY SUNDAY
May-November 9 am - 2 pm (December-April 10 am - 1 pm) Ramsey Main Street Train Station
C
Y
CM
MY
since a fire destroyed it in May while planning to open a new restaurant at 2 East Ridgewood Avenue in Ridgewood. Specialties include Kao Soi, Pork Belly Basil, Eggplant Chicken, and Salmon Kra Pao. Noodle dishes, salads, curries, and specialty Thai drinks
OUTD ALL Y OOR EAR!
M
is working to reopen their Bergenfield location
are also available. @taan_thai
CY
Ramsey Pays It Forward
CMY
Bring non-perishable food items to be donated weekly to Center for Food Action
K
buy local, buy fresh!
40+ Outstanding Vendors Rain or Shine Local Music Ample Free Parking Artisans and more Featured Vendors
ramseyfarmersmarket.org
sponsored by Ramsey Historical Association and Borough of Ramsey
Would you like to get in touch with us? We would love to hear from you! Contact us at CityLifestyle. com/NorthwestBergen using the Get In Touch link and let us know what you think.
10
Northwest Bergen Lifestyle | September 2021
Northern New Jersey Market Expertise You Can Trust
Linda Pordon Photography
Max Stokes & Megan Fox
TOP 1.5% OF All AGENTS AND TEAMS NATIONWIDE Platinum-level service for a seamless experience.
Visit foxandstokes.com today to learn more or call 201.362.6789
LOCAL EXPERIENCES
STYLE FALL IS A GREAT TIME FOR FAMILY PHOTOSHOOTS. Little Nest Portraits in Ridgewood selected five picks for local, outdoor family-friendly locales bursting with autumn colors!
GREAT FAMILY PHOTO SHOOT LOCATIONS + Van Neste Park offers shady trees and seasonal flowers create a wonderful backdrop for family photos. Strike your best pose on an outdoor park bench! E. Ridgewood Avenue, Ridgewood + Ridgewood Duck Pond is a favorite spot to photograph families. It provides wide-open spaces with backdrops ranging from spring cherry blossoms to colorful fall foliage. 1133 E. Ridgewood Avenue, Ridgewood + Take a trip to the pumpkin patch at Alstede Farms in Chester. There are plenty of fun, family activities, so spend the day! 1 Alstede Farms Lane, Chester, NJ + Thielke Arboretum is a hidden gem with a variety of backdrops: a quiet evergreen forest, a rustic archway, or a beautiful pond! 460 Doremus Avenue, Glen Rock + The Gothic Revival architectural elements at The Hermitage lend a classic, unique touch to your images--and the grounds are beautiful, too! 335 North Franklin Turnpike, Ho-Ho-Kus
14
Northwest Bergen Lifestyle | September 2021
Little Nest Portraits Ridgewood
scan for more photos & the full list
R E ADY FOR YOUR OIL C H A NG E?
OUR SOU T H ER N H EMIS PHER E OL I V E OI LS H AV E AR R I V ED! 201-882-1515
|
O L I V E RT W IST OLI V EOIL. COM
|
3 4 W IL SE Y SQUAR E R IDG E WOOD, N J
HANDMADE, RECLAIMED INTERIOR & FURNISHINGS B ar n D o ors & Hardw are B at hro om Vanit i es
//
//
B ars & B ar Top s
R e cl ai me d B ar nwo o d
//
//
Wid e Pl an k Fl o or ing
D in ing Tabl e s
//
Fire pl ace Mantels
2 0 1 - 9 6 2 - 8 2 8 4 // A R e c l a i m e d . c o m 2 7 4 R o u t e 1 7 No r t h , Up p e r S a d d l e R i v e r, N J 0 7 4 5 8 CityLifestyle.com/NorthwestBergen
15
J A M E S G O O D N I G H T , M . D | FA C I A L P L A S T I C S U R G E O N S C H E D U L E Y O U R F R E E C O N S U L TAT I O N 505 Goffle Road; Ridgewood, NJ 07450 (second floor) | 201-857-8699
V E R S A H YA L U R O N I C F I L L E F O R L I P A U G M E N TAT I O N N O R M A L LY $ 70 0 N O W $ 4 9 9. 0 0 P E R S Y R I N G E E X P I R E S 0 9 / 31 / 21
Specializing in
M I N I M A L LY I N VA S I V E C O S M E T I C P R O C E D U R E S Botox
|
Laser Hair | Tat too | Wrinkle | Spot and Vein Removal Fillers | Skin Tightening | Body Contouring and Muscle Sculpting
B @Centerforeverlastingbeauty V @drjgoodnight
www.DrGoodnight.com
GARAGE DOOR & OPENER HOME IMPROVEMENT
201-425-6199
//
AquariusDoor.com
681 Lawlins Road, Unit 120 in Wyckoff, NJ NJ LICENSE #13VH02294500
THE DEFINO DIFFERENCE
The difference we make is not just our popular 3.9%* commission rate. Selling a home is a complex process and hiring seasoned experts to guide you through that process makes all the difference. The “DeFino Difference” is our experience, deep community roots, and the ability to help our clients successfully sell their homes for over 65 years.
Contact us and learn the difference we can make for you.
Anthony Donato: Broker
Adam Defino: Broker/Owner
201-741-5443
201-693-0103
tony@definorealtors.com
adam@definorealtors.com
D E FIN
R E A L T O R S
* All commissions in the state of NJ are negotiable.
www.DenoRealtors.com | (201) 891-2022 CityLifestyle.com/NorthwestBergen
17
LOCALLY OWNED
RIDGEWOOD’S R ACEFASTER
AHEAD OF THE CURVE
18
Northwest Bergen Lifestyle | September 2021
ARTICLE KRIS PEPPER PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY OF RACEFASTER
GROWING UP IN DUBLIN, IRELAND, AIDAN WALSH
Lindsay mentioned that she had grown up in the import
BEGAN RUNNING WHEN HE WAS 8. He began
and manufacturing business and that her family had
with a local running club and proceeded to compete
business relationships with Chinese manufacturers,
throughout his high school career as a national cham-
which she could help facilitate for a new Racefaster
pion. When considering where to go to college, the
brand of running wear. She suggested Aidan give it a
appeal of running at an American school with world-
try, and in 2015, Racefaster retail was born.
class competition was strong, so he selected Fairleigh Dickenson’s Teaneck campus.
Moving ahead with Lindsay’s idea, they manufactured a line of apparel and tried to get local running stores to
After receiving a degree in Finance, Aidan got a
carry their brand. They were declined each time. They
job immediately, but soon realized he was not meant
concluded that they needed to open a Racefaster store
to suit up and sit at a desk all day.
to carry their brand, and opened up a small pop-up store
He went back to what he loved and began working for
in the basement of Bookends bookstore in Ridgewood.
the Ridgewood Running Company. He also began coach-
“We had to take everything down and put it away when
ing running part-time at FDU, and later, at Seton Hall. He
they had a book signing,” says Aidan. Over the next sev-
then founded his private coaching business, Racefaster.
eral years, they moved to a new store in Ridgewood and
“I used the same principles that would apply to a pro-
opened at the Garden State Plaza and The Mall at Short
fessional athlete and began adapting them for the aver-
Hills. In 2019, Aidan and Lindsay were married, and sev-
age runner,” says Aidan. “People began seeing improve-
eral weeks later, opened their fourth store in The SoNo
ments in their running and I was inundated with coaching
Collection in Norwalk, Connecticut.
requests. There weren’t enough hours in the day!”
Now Racefaster apparel is available online and in
One particular student named Lindsay signed
their retail locations. Aidan offers kids training pro-
on with Aidan in order to train for the Brooklyn Half
grams and sponsors a variety of running events as well,
Marathon. She liked his program and coaching style
including an upcoming half marathon on September
and asked him if he ever considered selling apparel.
12. Being able to personally select the raw materials CONTINUED >
CityLifestyle.com/NorthwestBergen
19
LOCALLY OWNED (CONTINUED)
and make decisions on things like pocket
“We’re runners, and we are physically in
and zipper placement makes a world of
the stores,” says Aidan. “We get feedback
difference in running apparel. “We never
directly from customers, and we are dialed
cut corners,” says Aidan. “We always pick
into what’s working, what’s not, what peo-
the highest quality raw material. We’re all
ple like, and what they don’t, what’s trend-
runners, so we know where pockets should
ing and what’s not.”
go in a garment, and where they shouldn’t-
The Racefaster team makes a priority of
-because we know the sport. This makes us
giving back to non-profit organizations and
different from other lines of athletic apparel.
making its own impact on the local com-
The more we focus on running, the more
munity. “Giving back to the community is
people appreciate our brand.”
very important to us as a company,” says
Racefaster has also developed its own
Aidan. Although we donate product and
line of sneakers, powered by the tech-
money to fundraisers and charities, we
nology of Newton running shoes. The
feel that our biggest impact is through our
boutique running store caters to runners
youth coaching and events. On an annual
who are selective about their running
basis, we coach hundreds of kids and host
shoes and apparel and who are interested
thousands of people at our races. I strongly
in finding a mix of the newest tech fab-
believe that introducing kids to the sport
rics, innovations, and styles. Aidan and
of running is the greatest investment in
his team tip their hats to the birthplace
our community and the sport of running
of Racefaster by naming the entire line
in general. Think about it, when is the last
of sneakers and clothing after streets in
time you bought a pair of sneakers that
Ridgewood. The stores always have sum-
were designed in your town by the people
mer gear in stock knowing that, as the
who coach your kids? It doesn’t get more
weather gets colder, many people move
community-focused than that!”
inside to the gym.
20
Northwest Bergen Lifestyle | September 2021
racefaster.net
CityLifestyle.com/NorthwestBergen
21
PA T T Y L A C O U R T E INTERIOR DESIGNER | EURICA HOME
T H E HOL I DAYS W I L L B E H E R E B E F OR E YOU K NOW I T. A R E YO U R E A DY ? V I DE O C ON F E R E N C E C ON SU LTAT I ON AVA I L A B L E U P ON R E Q U E S T
201.444.4616
PAT T YL ACOURTE.COM designs@pattylacourte.com
You’re Busy... Let An Expert Plan Your Next Vacation
JJTravelAssociates.com The Only Decision You’ll Have To Make Is Frozen Or On The Rocks?
844-483-6669 22
Northwest Bergen Lifestyle | September 2021
201-786-6275
Vacation Inspiration ->
ho-ho-kus inn & tavern moc.iranrufaydan.doof.www yb yhpargotohp
WHERE THE "INN" CROWD GOES FOR FINE CASUAL OUTDOOR DINING HAPPY HOUR • SUNDAY BRUNCH • LADIES NIGHT • WINE TASTINGS CRAFT BEER TASTINGS • ARTISANAL COCKTAILS SEASONAL CLASSIC AMERICAN MENU • TWO FULL SERVICE BARS EXCLUSIVE WINE DINNERS • CORPORATE EVENTS • MILESTONE CELEBRATIONS LOCAL DINER'S & READER'S CHOICE AWARD WINNER WINE SPECTATOR AWARD OF EXCELLENCE
one east franklin turnpike hohokus, nj 07423
201.445.4115 | www.hohokusinn.com
CityLifestyle.com/NorthwestBergen
23
TREND SETTER
Designer
DONALD DEAL GOOD DESIGN HAS NO SHORTCUTS
ARTICLE KRIS PEPPER | PHOTOGRAPHY MICHEL NAFZIGER
24
Northwest Bergen Lifestyle | September 2021
CONTINUED >
CityLifestyle.com/NorthwestBergen
25
TREND SETTER (CONTINUED)
DONALD DEAL ALWAYS WANTED TO BE A
His collection of evening gowns, dresses, and
DESIGNER. Having graduated from the Skadron
separates are defined by impeccable tailoring and
Fashion Institute in California, he began his career at
uncompromising attention to detail. Using the finest
Paramount Studios as a designer and wardrobe styl-
quality fabrics, each piece is intricately hand-sewn
ist. As Donald progressed in his profession, he was
and often beaded with glass, crystal, and semi-pre-
mentored by iconic designer, James Galanos, who was
cious stones. This commitment to quality and design
impressed by Donald’s tailoring skills. “I learned many
has created one-of-a-kind couture looks that have
things from Galanos. Perhaps the most important thing
graced the pages of national fashion magazines and
he taught me was to hone my craft…that there are no
often appear on the red carpet.
shortcuts,” says Donald.
26
Donald has appeared on national television shows
Donald later went on to be the design director of Eva
such as Entertainment Tonight, Access Hollywood,
Chun, and in 1991 he opened his business, launching his
E! Entertainment Television, and ABC’s The View. His
own collection.
designs have been featured in numerous high fashion
I did everything myself, drafting patterns, sewing,
and lifestyle magazines such as W, Harper’s Bazaar,
and shipping,” says Donald. “My business started to
Town and Country, Vanity Fair, and Allure. Donald made
grow and I hired employees. A lot changed due to the
his Broadway debut as the designer for Kathie Lee
recession of 2008 but we were able to change too.”
Gifford in Stephen Sondheim’s “Putting It Together” and
Northwest Bergen Lifestyle | September 2021
CONTINUED >
CityLifestyle.com/NorthwestBergen
27
TREND SETTER (CONTINUED)
Photo Courtesy of Marc Schwartz
28
Northwest Bergen Lifestyle | September 2021
designed her gowns when she hosted the Daytime Emmy Awards. Other clients include Sharon Stone, Geena Davis, Vanessa Williams, Laura Linney, Bette Midler, Lisa Kudrow, and Barbara Walters. My clients lean toward the intellectual side,” says Donald. “They know it’s not just about spending a substantial amount of money on a gown, and they are usually open to advice and guidance. I’ve been doing this a long time. I know what will look good. Most women only see their issues, I see their assets.” Clients interested in having Donald design a custom gown must be sure to order as early as possible. Start by making an appointment to visit Donald’s 40th Street showroom in New York City to shop, select a look, and discuss options. Then, return for a canvas fitting which is a muslin mock-up of the style of dress. Lace may need to be ordered from France, and the partially assembled dress may be shipped to India for the hand-beading of thousands of Swarovski crystals. Once the dress is returned to Donald, the client is called for the final fitting and approval. All styles are lined in charmeuse. “All you need is perfume,” says Donald. Donald Deal’s collections have been presented on the runways of New York Fashion Week since 1994 and are sold to exclusive retailers nationwide. In addition, he offers custom-made couture clothing to a select clientele. This one-on-one collaboration is something he truly enjoys. “When a client puts her trust in me there is a wonderful journey ahead…for both of us. It’s still fun for me 30 years later!”
CONTINUED >
CityLifestyle.com/NorthwestBergen
29
TREND SETTER (CONTINUED)
30
Northwest Bergen Lifestyle | September 2021
CityLifestyle.com/NorthwestBergen
31
The contact lens for your ear. Experience the world’s only 100% invisible, extended-wear hearing device today!
Ann Marie Olson, Sc.D.,CCC-A NJ Audiologist Lic #41YA00082000 NJ Hearing Aid Dispenser Lic #936
50 N Franklin Tpke, Suite B1 Ho-Ho-Kus, NJ 07423 www.sophisticatedhearing.com
(201) 345-5115
MS071673
Creative Den B O U T I Q U E
PERSONALIZE YOUR STYLE THIS SEASON!
Come see us at 227 Rock Road, Glen Rock, NJ 07452 Visit us online at www.creativedenllc.com (201) 882-1422 Unique Gifts Jewelry | Apothecary | Baby | Home | Kids | Accessories | Candles Featuring Local Artists
32
Northwest Bergen Lifestyle | September 2021
accounting • tax • advisory 201.447.1343
Kelly@thehaggertygroup.com
www.thehaggertygroup.com
S H O P T U E S D AY - S AT U R D AY, 1 0 - 6 or B O O K Y O U R P R I V AT E A P P O I N T M E N T WITH KRISTIN DAHL PERSONALIZED SERVICE IN A CASUAL SETTING
Free Local Delivery » Private On-site Parking Safe Shopping Environment
20% OFF ONE ITEM new customers only
2 0 1 . 8 5 7. 3 6 7 7 KDBOUTIQUENJ.COM 32 GODWIN AVENUE IN MIDLAND PARK
Which senior residence is right for you or your loved one? With Christian Health, you have options: independent senior living, senior affordable housing, pre-assisted living, assisted living, skilled nursing, and dementia/memory care. Our personal approach to help you determine the right care makes it easy. Arrange for a personal one-to-one consultation, and learn about our extraordinary safety and infection-control measures during the pandemic. For more information, call (201) 848-4463.
Senior Life (201) 848-5200
Short-term Rehab
Mental Health
ChristianHealthNJ.org
Wyckoff
The Vista Wayne
CityLifestyle.com/NorthwestBergen
33
Inspired by Community
It’s time to think
locally
ADVERTISE WITH US
to deliver your message to the most affluent families in our community. lifestylepubs.com/advertise
P E D I AT R I C S P E C I A LT Y C A R E
SMALL PATIENTS,
Big CARE
WE GET IT.
You want the very best for your child. So do we. That’s why Valley’s pediatric specialists deliver experienced care, tailored to the needs of young patients. Our team takes the time to understand their patients’ concerns, answer questions, and reassure parents in a child-friendly environment. Our team of pediatric experts specializes in: Developmental Pediatrics Endocrinology Food Allergy*
Gastroenterology & Nutrition*
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Pulmonology
Sleep Medicine
Weight Management * In alliance with Mount Sinai Kravis Children’s Hospital
CALL 201-447-8151 TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT. Telemedicine appointments also available. ValleyHealth.com/PediatricSpecialties