An expertly curated, luxuriously produced compendium of all things Naples, Naples Illustrated brings to life personalities and takes you inside the exclusive homes, parties and interests of the world’s most affluent and influential people.
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March is here and—along with it—one of my favorite editions. The moniker for this month’s Naples Illustrated is The 239 Issue, and it’s meant to highlight and celebrate the people, places, and happenings that make our piece of paradise so extraordinary. Part of what sets Naples apart is its generosity. Overall, we are blessed as a community, but our area does have needs, as well as vulnerable and disadvantaged populations. It’s refreshing and inspiring to witness—time and again—the myriad ways Neapolitans provide and support, especially this time of year when charitable events are in full swing. We must also remember the leaders of our nonprofit organizations who have answered the call to serve others, and this includes the three women gracing this issue’s cover: Jaclynn Faffer from Baker Senior Center…
EMPOWERING YOUTH TO CARE FOR EACH OTHER WHO: Charity for Change WHAT: Planting Seeds of Humanity Gala DETAILS: The sold-out event raised $315,000 for the nonprofit’s resiliency curriculum aimed at elementary school-age children. MEDIA SPONSOR: Naples Illustrated CASINO ROYALE WHO: The Patriot Fund WHAT: Stars & Stripes Gala WHERE: The Ritz-Carlton Naples, Tiburón DETAILS: At this fourth annual evening event, guests gathered to raise funds for charities that help support the veteran community. MEDIA SPONSOR: Naples Illustrated FILL THE BUCKET WHO: Jingled Elves WHAT: Celebrity Startender Series WHERE: Dorona, Naples DETAILS: Celebrity bartenders and friends gathered for cocktail hour in support of Jingled Elves, a nonprofit that raises funds for organizations supporting women and children throughout Collier County. SHOTGUN SCRAMBLE WHO: Youth Haven WHAT: Fairways for the Future 2024 WHERE: Palms Course,…
What began as a lighthearted feature-length documentary exploring Southwest Florida’s seashell culture took a dramatic turn when Hurricane Ian struck on September 28, 2022. Herbert James (Jamie) Winterstern, a graduate of University of Southern California’s film school and a recent resident of South « Florida, was directing and producing a film about the seashell culture on Sanibel Island. He chose this topic to honor his late mother. “Shelling was something she loved to do and something we could do together,” he explains. Six weeks into filming, Hurricane Ian hit. Winterstern had already archived footage of the island and the characters who would appear in his film. Rather than shelve the project, he felt a responsibility to go back to Sanibel and share the stories of those who called the island…
Bespoke menswear atelier Tweeds recently opened its doors in the Naples Design District. Donald Carlson, the 32-year-old founder of the custom men’s clothing brand, started his first business in 2019, when he bought a box truck and converted it into a mobile suit shop. He parked it in downtown Sarasota and began knocking on doors, selling custom suits. Aided by his Instagram presence, he found a receptive audience. He decided to scale and grow the business, launching stores in Sarasota, Tampa, St. Petersburg, and Orlando. The Naples location marks his fifth store opening in five years. The new showroom, located at 955 Fifth Avenue North, reflects the artistry and tradition of bespoke tailoring while “embracing the dynamic energy, heritage, and coastal culture of downtown Naples,” explains Carlson. Jared Greenwood, based…
