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46 BAL HARBOUR WELCOME NOTE BAL HARBOUR MAGAZINE THIS IS INDEED A PROUD moment in fashion. In addition to the greater inclusivity we've embraced throughout the industry, last month more than 30 fashion brands—many of them Bal Harbour brands—signed the Fashion Pact, a commitment to the protection of the environment. is is an important reminder of the tremendous responsibility we all have as consumers. Read more about this initiative in "Sustainable Style" on page 140. I often look to nature for inspiration, which is why we decided to take two of our fashion features outdoors. In "Enter the Enchanted Garden," photographer and friend Stewart Shining captured models Claire B. and Maia Cotton at Flamingo Gardens, a wildlife sanctuary and tropical paradise less than 30 miles from Bal Harbour Shops. In a much different natural setting, Victor Demarchelier explored the beloved New York Botanical Garden, where model Ava Smith stood out in an array of fall's best looks—from a sumptuous velvet Balenciaga dress to a sculptural Alexander McQueen gown. On the cultural front, we share the voices of several generations of storytellers in this issue. We're still saddened by the loss of the great Toni Morrison, and were so fortunate to speak with filmmaker and photographer Timothy Greenfield-Sanders whose new documentary, "e Pieces I Am," serves as a requiem to Morrison. Storytelling is also at the work of fashion figures Cipriana Quann and TK Wonder, whose blog Urban Bush Babes (follow them: @urbanbushbabes) is an influential online platform for inclusivity and representation. We also sit down with journalist Amy Fine Collins who gives us a sneak peek at her new book, "e International Best-Dressed List: e Official Story" (Rizzoli). Be sure to visit Books & Books Bal Harbour Shops on February 11, when Fine Collins will be in-store for an author chat. Back in Miami—a city whose cultural pulse is continually rising— we spent an afternoon capturing eight stylish women in a tropical habitat of their own: Bal Harbour Shops. It was a fantastic day of fashion and fun, and a preview of the celebratory lunch we'll be holding in October in partnership with Roger Vivier—who this year celebrates a decade at the Shops. And just as some of our beloved brands are marking milestones at BHS, we're looking forward to the new openings this year, including Veronica Beard, Missoni, Le Labo and Restless Soul—which will soon be partnering with the Shops on a brand new Wellness Series. While we enjoy nothing more than sharing these Bal Harbour stories with you, we love seeing how you capture your own BHS story. Keep sharing your experiences with us @balharbourshops. Publisher/Editor-in-Chief Sarah G. Harrelson Follow me on Instagram, @sarahgharrelson Publisher/Creative Director Carlos A. Suarez Publisher/Editor-in-Chief Sarah G. Harrelson Executive Editor Tali Minor Digital Media Editor Jessica Idarraga Associate Art Director Katie Brown Editorial Assistant Callan Malone Contributing Writers Amanda Eberstein, Cait Munro, Jessica Mehalic Lucas, Julie Baumgardner, Mosha Lundström Halbert, Rob Walker, Siobhan Morrissey Contributing Photographers Inge Fonteyne, Stewart Shining, Victor Demarchelier Accountant Judith Cabrera Copyeditor Monica Uszerowicz Pre-Press/Print Production Pete Jacaty Digital Imaging Specialist Matt Stevens %JKGH'ZGEWVKXG1HƂEGTMike Batt 1680 MICHIGAN AVENUE, SUITE 1013 MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA 33139 786.342.7656 Gigi Whitman and Sarah Harrelson at a lunch in Aspen this summer. Model Devon Windsor, photographed and styled by Inge Fonteyne, exclusively for Bal Harbour Magazine. Windsor wears a Valentino pleated chiffon dress and a Valentino Garavani Vlock shoulder bag. Bulgari earrings, rings and bracelets. Hair by Frankie Foye. Makeup by Ana Marie Rizzieri. PHOTO BY JASON LOWRIE/BFA.COM FALL / WINTER ® FALL / WINTER ® Model Ava Smith, photographed by Victor Demarchelier exclusively for Bal Harbour Magazine at New York Botanical Garden. Smith wears a velvet turtleneck Balenciaga dress and earrings, and Linda Farrow sunglasses. Styled by Romina Herrera Malatesta. Hair by Didier Malige using Philip B. Makeup by Anastasia Durasova using Chanel Beauty.