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CONTENTS
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Chef Sean Sherman Founder The Sioux Chef Company
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70 Reclaiming Indigenous Fashion
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Lotus Flower Inspired Facial
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Spa Experiences Ancient Mayan Secrets
122
148 Clayton Gray Home Fall Favorites
Dream Escapes Sri Lanka
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SPECTRUM
Autumn Winter 2018 Pantone Colors
DEPARTMENTS
19
SIP & SAVOR
Indigenous World Winery
38
SCRUMPTIOUS DELIGHTS Sioux Chef
44
VIVID
Margaret Jacobs
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SHIFT
These Boots Are Made For...
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POLISHED
Lotus Flower Inspired Facial
114
VIGOR & VITALITY Ancient Mayan Secrets
122
DREAM ESCAPES SRI Lanka
148
Sothebys Diamonds
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RARE AFFAIRS 184
FEATURES Clayton Gray Home
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RECLAIMING INDIGENOUS FASHION 70
STYLE MOBS
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LUXURY LIVING Tuhura by Oceanco
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CREDITS PHOTOGRAPHERS:
Heidi Ehalt Matika Wilbur Tomas Karmelo Anthony Tosh Collins Peter Jensen Nachos Dominguez Argenta Zolgan Tasi Adele Payman Autumn Mott Rodeheaver Sarah Trummer Bennie Lukas Bester Vincent Burkhead IMAGES & CONTENT: Pantone Clayton Gray Home Indigenous World Winery The Sioux Chef LLC Margaret Jacobs Art Sho Sho Esquiro Hemant & Nandita Bethany Yellowtail Jamie Okuma Mexico Board Of Tourism SRI Lanka Board Of Tourism Autumn Communications MOBS Design Tucker NYC Hanacure Seoul Korea Oceanco
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CGH
November 2018
Spectrum C olors for Fall/Winter 2018 express our need for individuality, ingenuity and creativity. There is a continued transition away from cyclical trends, and instead a strong focus on self-expressive colors that evade antiquated seasonal structure. As a result, we are seeing some very notable non-traditional choices . These unexpected shades reinvent the seasonal color story and allows for the artistry and originality that moves fashion forward. While mixing and combining unexpected colors can result in a signature style or look, we are also seeing colors for Fall/Winter 2018 similarly impactful standing alone. Moreso than in previous seasons, many of these hues are strong enough in their own right and are being used to make very specific color statements on their own. Combining classicism with colorful expression, in Spectrum this month we picked our top 5 favorite Pantone Fall/Winter 2018 colors. They feature a bold palette of autumnal hues complemented by some more unexpected shades.
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Chilli Oil
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ed Chili Oil is a sizzling luscious red. A cross between burgundy and maroon. This earthy delicious red has
a knack for looking sophisticated. Seasoned yet season-less, Its exquisite brightness entices. 18-1440
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Oyster Mushroom
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yster Mushroom is a subdued wintery light gray. It’s brightness and
light hues are crips and fresh. Hints of blues and browns shape this magnificent color and is one of our favorites this autumn. 13-4201 TCX
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Sip
& SAVOR
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his stunning winery has
For Indigenous World Winery, the story is
already established itself as a
extra special: a tale told beautifully inside the
standout in the Okanagan’s
bottle and out.
vast wine scene, starting with
A mystical stag stands proudly on every
its designation as the region’s second winery
label of the West Kelowna winery’s Hee-
with Aboriginal ownership (the first being
Hee-Tel-Kin blend. The rare alpine deer
NK’Mip Cellars). Home to two and a half
represents 19-year-old Trenton Louie, son
acres of muscat varieties, the small vineyard
of Indigenous World’s owners, Robert and
was planted on reserve land in 2014. Under
Bernice. The stag stands gazing to the left,
the guidance of head wine maker Jason
looking for direction from the wine maker
Parkes, world-class VQA wines are being
who is pressing grapes. It is the stag’s time to
created and tasted by many.
grow and learn.
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Scrumptious DELIGHTS
“We are committed to
revitalizing Native
American cuisine and in the process we are re-identifying North American cuisine and reclaiming an important culinary culture long buried and often inaccessible.” Sioux Chef - Sean Sherman
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SIOUX CHEF
Chef Sean Sherman Founder: The SIOUX CHEF Company
Written by: Matthew Clarke
Thanksgiving is right around the corner, and I
and educator Sean Sherman has become a
can barely contain my excitement about how
revolutionary force in the culinary world, taking
much food I’m going to enjoy this year. I love
his own cultural culinary riches and making
discovering new recipes that my friends and
them into exquisite edible works of art. His use
family make, but mostly I just love having all
of bright colors, forged ingredients, and the
of my loved ones together in the same space.
dedication to keeping his dishes authentic has
Love and food are one in the same, and every
made him a hero of sorts. When he isn’t cooking,
third Thursday of the month of November I get
he is educating communities about his cultural
to have both in copious amounts. It’s basically
history, how to make various delicious recipes,
my idea of heaven. There’s another reason that
and about how food can be a cultural lesson in
I love Thanksgiving so much in that it gives me
itself. “We are committed to revitalizing Native
a chance to search for other culinary arts that
American cuisine and in the process we are
in a lot of ways have faded into the shadows
re-identifying North American cuisine and
of history. In my curiosity I came upon a chef
reclaiming an important culinary culture long
who’s passion for bringing back authentic pre-
buried and often inaccessible”.
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Chef Sean Sherman, Oglala Lakota, is a self taught
These cuisines do not contain European additions such
chef, whom over a thirty year period has learned the
as dairy, gluten, and certain types of meats. Instead it
art of farming, hunting, harvesting various foods, food
focuses on what their ancestors had available to them
preservation, and has even taught himself how to make
prior to contact which were berries, bison, duck, rabbit,
both salt and sugar. These acquired skills are not easy
trout, sage, wild rice, and tons of varieties of wildflowers.
to learn, and are even more difficult to master. Yet this
What makes his company The Sioux Chef truly different,
determined and passionate chef has not just mastered
is that there is so much hands on experience in the
these skills, but uses them to create incredible culinary
cultivating of all these ingredients. There is the hunting
plates of art. It’s true when people say that you eat with
and gathering aspect, where you must see and know the
your eyes first. Each plate he creates is swimming in
sources of your food. I firmly believe that when you get
bright radiant colors, and intricate designs. In 2014, with
your hands or feet into the dirt of the earth, you make
marketing and PR genius Dana Thompson, Whapenton-
a connection with Gaya, or mother earth. Now taking
Sisseton and Mdeswakanton Dakota tribes, started a
that experience and using it to gather nourishment must
catering and educational company called The Sioux
be one of the greatest of intimate moments a person can
Chef. The mission statement of their company revolves
have. Chef Sean Sherman does multitudes of education
solely around shining a light on a culture whose culinary
to various communities. Continued Next Page
cuisine has faded in the background of American culture.
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VIVID
ARTIST
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Margaret Jacobs
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“I believe in the importance of objects and their power to relay narra-
tives which is why sculpture and jewelry resonates with me so strongly. From early on, storytelling and making have been an integral part of my life and I see my family’s lineage built into my work. I am interested in exploring the tension and harmony between man-made objects and those occurring in nature. Materials heavily inspire my work—I’m drawn to elements that have a combination of textures or can be used to make a combination of textures and surfaces. For this reason, I primarily use metal in my work” MARGARET JACOBS
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Margaret Jacobs
Reclaiming
INDIGENO FASHION Written by: Matthew Clarke
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“I became a fashion designer because I wanted to make men and women feel more beautiful and to empower them with a feeling of confidence. A feeling of knowing that they looked their best and could then present their best selves to the world. I wanted to make clothes that were flattering. That makes one look taller and slimmer and more beautiful or more handsome.” TOM FORD
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“I am a native woman Doing my art form,” Sho Sho Esquiro Photographed by:
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“My latest collection is called,
“No Apology Necessary...” Canada has a dark history With its indigenous people. I feel since I have a platform it is my responsibility to bring awareness to important issues my people are facing. I want my people to heal and take responsibility for their own healing.” Sho Sho Esquiro
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I
n the fashion world, there are a wide
point to keep her native roots as the main
variety of talents and, luckily, it is a
star of her fashion designs. The fabrics and
big enough arena for everyone’s art
materials she uses are northern territory
to shine. But sometimes there are
based which typically consist of lynx fur, carp
designers who shine brighter than the rest.
leather, and seal skin; and she has a lovely
One designer in particular is Sho Sho Esquiro,
knack for using floral beadwork to add even
Kaska Dene and Cree, who is a rising star
more life into her garments.
taking the world by storm. Identifying as
Her style consists of bright colors, bold
a contemporary artist who uses traditional
patterns, and complex textures, but what
techniques, she is blowing the runways apart
separates her from other designers is her use
with her eclectic use of colors and patterns.
of hides and furs. Every ensemble has an
Born in the Yukon, she currently resides in
earthy energy to it, with the addition of the
Vancouver, Canada. Though she lives in a
fur casting that extra layer of texture and
bustling diverse mecca, she has made it a
vibrancy.
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Each piece of clothing she produces is a playground for the body and the senses. Watching her designs displayed down the runway, you can see their comfort and confidence. It almost seems as if they have a skip in their step. I feel their contentment and want to be a part of it.
This statement is a powerful message of her motivation in making her art. With influences being her elders, family, life, death, and the world around her, it makes sense that her outfits speak volumes of her cultural history and of her own personal journey. CONTINUED NEXT PAGE
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Her determination to stay true to who she is has had a powerful and uplifting effect on her business. She has proven herself to be the master of her own art, and her generosity of sharing herself with the world has made her a rare, invaluable force in the fashion world. What makes her talent so grand is her passion that created an upscale fashion that everyone can feel beautiful in.
As each outfit shows another aspect of her culture, she is sharing a piece of herself with every client How rare is it to have that level of intimacy with a designer’s own history and feel a connection just by wearing their outfits. This is what is allowing her rise to the top—her talent and her special gift for storytelling.
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In the years to come, I foresee Esquiro’s company and brand becoming a household name. Her designs speak to her clients and to the masses about her culture, life but also make anyone who wears them feel like the center of the world. With layers of textural complexity, vast lively colors, and bold patterns, she is already on her way to becoming a superstar in the fashion world.
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J. OKUMA
JAMIE OKUMA
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o look upon a photo of
an experience for the individuals wearing
Jamie Okuma, one would
her clothes. Every garment produced is a
think perhaps that they
statement in itself. It shows her commit-
were looking at a photo of
ment to detail, to quality, to her heritage,
royalty. Okuma is a woman who radiates
but also shows her skills as a designer. Her
confidence, regality, power, and mystery.
layering effect of clothes and patterns is
She is also a powerhouse fashion designer
done with such sophistication that anyone
who creates one-of-a-kind creations for her
wearing them would immediately feel like
clients. Unlike the average designer, she
she had made the outfit only for their body.
creates couture-style fashion by using her
Her clothes seem to hug and cradle the
ingenious cultural history to display rich
models’ bodies, highlighting the best fea-
and colorful works of art. Using only the
tures of those individuals.
finest of materials, she is able to translate
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Sometimes she gets even riskier by making the designs into fun visual illusions by going with the curve of the outfit around the body. Imagine not just looking stunningly beautiful in one of her outfits, but also being a walking canvas for art. At 18, she became devoted to art and ended up going to the Institute of American Indian Arts in Santa Fe, New Mexico.
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Although she may be a bold and powerful designer, she also seems to have a playful aspect to her that shines in her designs. She uses her designs to direct attention to one aspect of the dress, but has the same design going the opposite way, drawing the eyes to another part of the item. How clever is that? And how rare is it to find a designer willing to take those types of playful risks for the sake of art.
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Throughout the years, she has exhibited
She isn’t just taking her family history
her artwork in many different outlets and
and creating majestic works of art, but
has won “best in show” five times (two
she is taking fun risks that pay off with
from Heard Indian Market in AZ and
every outfit she produces. Her lack of
three from the Santa Fe Indian Market
fear in the fashion world is what makes
in NM); she is only one of two people
her a true star. She doesn’t let anything
to achieve this. Though she does have
determine how far she is willing to push
permanent exhibits her art tends to travel
the boundaries of fashion. She deter-
around different states.
mines where she wants to go, and she
Okuma is a talent that is immeasurable
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by human standards.
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J. OKUMA
Written by: Daniella Schoeman
VIGOR & VITALITY
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he ancient Mayan people believed that we were an intrinsic part of the Universe. They knew that our emotions, body, and mind were all interconnected and need balance. With this guiding principle, they adopted a holistic and integrative ap-
proach to healing. Hence, they were able to thrive for over six centuries throughout South America. The healing systems they developed centuries ago have influenced holistic healthcare to this day. In our modern world with constant technological advancements that have left us disconnected from ourselves and others, the need for this ancient wisdom may be more important than ever before. Delve into the mystical and magical world of ancient Mayan healing practices at these three luxury wellness spas.
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“Delve into the mystical and magical world of
ancient Mayan healing practices at these three luxury wellness spas.
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Sanara Azulik
Azulik
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AZULIK
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zulik is a luxury wellness
natural Mayan jungle and the Caribbean
eco-resort in Tulum that
Sea. Azulik has no electricity and presents
is built like an off-the-
nature as its main amenity, making it the
grid sanctuary. The entire
perfect spot for a romantic getaway. Azulik
experience revolves around the natural
is not your average luxury resort and guests
surroundings and sacred waters throughout
should be prepared for a different type of
the property. The resort consists of 48
experience than they may be used to but in
wood-crafted villas built like treehouses that
an unbelievably unique setting.
offer a harmonious experience with the
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Another rare feature that makes Azulik
Mystikal Cobra Wander involves a visit to a
so special is their Mystikal Wanders
temple and a cacao ceremony with a shaman.
experiences that take place in the natural
Mystikal Mayan Wander includes a visit to
jungle surroundings, lagoons, the Caribbean
the Spider Monkey Sanctuary in the jungle.
Sea, and within local communities. There
Mystikal Lagoon Wander consists of SUP
are four different guided Mystikal Wanders
yoga in two different lagoon cenotes. Mystikal
to choose from and it all depends on the
Catamaran allows guests to sail the Caribbean
desired experience. These unique experiences
on a catamaran while discovering coral reefs.
are designed as journeys of discovery and transformation.
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MYSTIKAL
WANDERS
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SRI LANKA DREAM Escapes By: Daniella Schoeman
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Sri Lanka Dream Escapes
W
hen you think about
You may have noticed those gorgeous
luxurious island
images of travelers hanging out of
getaways, Sri Lanka
train windows and doors while hurtling
may not be the place
through a scenic green landscape – well,
you are imagining. However, there are
that is the magic of Sri Lanka. There
very good reasons why this jewel-shaped
is no other place quite like Sri Lanka
island in the Indian Ocean has become
with its year-round sunshine, golden
the dream destination for many. The tiny
beaches, ancient cities, colorful cultures,
country, just south of India, has become
and romantic landscapes. Follow us on
Asia’s hottest new destination especially
a journey through this exotic little island
among young millennials, travel bloggers,
paradise to three luxuriously dreamy
and social media influencers.
escapes. Amanwella
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Ceylon Tea Trails
Tri Lanka
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between the efficiency of the canoe hull form, and that of the system. ”
propulsion
James Roy
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“ There is a synergy
TUHURA
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his stunning yacht by Oceanco
This super yacht is a throwback that extends
is their latest 377-foot project.
thousands of years farther into the past than
Tuhura has an exterior styling
any yacht. The Oceanco project was unveiled
reminiscent of early canoes,
this past spring at the Dubai International Boat
dugouts, and other vessels used hundreds of
Show (DIBS) by His Excellency Saeed Hareb,
years ago by indigenous people all over the
Secretary General of Dubai Sports Council and
world. Tuhura is a Maori word meaning ‘to
Chairman of Dubai International Marine Club.
explore, discover, or bring to light.’ The exterior,
“It has low overall resistance, good seakeeping,
by Lebanon Design Studio, is modeled after an
and excellent maneuverability,” says James Roy,
early dugout canoe that Polynesians once used
Yacht Design Director at BMT. Continued Page 40
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Written by: Trystanne Cunningham
The migrations of 10 frequent-flyer flamingos are being tracked by satellite as part of a celebration of UAE wetlands conservation. The Abu Dhabi Birdathon will count the air miles racked up by the flying squad to help better understand their migration patterns and raise awareness about the Al Wathba Wetland Reserve, the place from which they are setting off. There are about 3,000 flamingos at the reserve, and the sea of pink is likely to increase when the migration season reaches its peak. They begin to migrate to the area from August and settle there until mid-February.
Rafflesia Arnoldii This rare flower is found in the rainforests of Indonesia. It can grow to be three feet across and weigh up to 15 pounds! It is a parasitic plant with no visible leaves, roots, or stem. When in bloom, the Rafflesia emits a repulsive odor, similar to that of rotting meat. This odor attracts insects that pollinate the plant. 184 Rare Luxury Living
The world’s second-tallest freestanding structure, standing at 1,815.3 ft of concrete, is a communications and observation tower located in Downtown Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Its name, “CN,” originally referred to Canadian National, the railway company that built the tower. You and your like minded adrenaline junkies can hook onto an overhead safety rail, and then take a stroll along a five-foot-wide ledge to lean Titanic-style over Toronto with a panoramic view of the city.
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