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.
SHELLY STAYER CHAIRWOMAN, Naples Illustrated Advisory Board Johnsonville Foods, president/co-owner ASHLEY GERRY NCEF, trustee; CMON, board member VICKI BAKER UBS Private Wealth Management, executive team assistant CHAD JENSEN Method & Concept, creative director, managing partner SHAWN MCCONNELL NCH Healthcare, marketing and communications director BRENDA MELTON Celebrity Martini Glass Auction, founder ASHLEY SMITH Aurora Investment Managers LLC, partner and portfolio manager CLAUDINE LEGER-WETZEL Stock Development, vice president, sales and marketing DONNA MCGINNIS Naples Botanical Garden, president and CEO MICHAEL WYNN Sunshine Ace Hardware, president…
After nearly four decades, Anna Wintour is stepping down as editor in chief for American Vogue. While she is holding on to titles at parent company Condé Nast that will no doubt keep her talents and discerning eye integrated heavily within the Vogue brand, it feels like an end of an era. In 1988, the first year she held the editor-in-chief role, I was a mere 12 years old. Always mature for my age, my appetite for style-based magazines was ravenous. I recall riding to town with my grandmother whenever I could, hoping she would buy me the latest copy of Elle, Mademoiselle, or of course, the bible: Vogue. September issues have long been the pinnacle for fashion-centric magazines—and for good reason. It’s the beginning of a new style season,…
ARTFULLY ARRANGED WHO: The League Club WHAT: Naples Tables WHERE: The Ritz-Carlton Naples, Tiburón DETAILS: Incredible tablescapes decorated by interior designers and other creative individuals were on display during an evening reception and a luncheon featuring guest speaker Alex Hitz. Funds raised to date have enabled The League Club to bestow more than $7.3 million to the local community. MEDIA SPONSOR: Naples Illustrated FIGHTING FOOD INSECURITY WHO: Harry Chapin Food Bank WHAT: A gathering supporting the largest food bank in Southwest Florida WHERE: The Mini Bar, Naples DETAILS: Jane Enos, Chris Shucart, and Carolyn Tieger hosted an evening event, allowing community members to support Harry Chapin Food Bank and learn about its impact within Collier County and beyond. A DAY JUST FOR THE GIRLS WHO: Females, friends, and family WHAT: International…
First Tee – Naples/Collier recently celebrated the groundbreaking of its First Tee Academy at The Gate Golf Club. The local chapter of the international youth organization, teaching kids values like integrity, respect, and perseverance through golf, has long operated in Collier County but without a home. After the nonprofit’s original project with the county fell through, the Schmieding family of Arthrex, a privately held medical device manufacturer headquartered in Naples, proposed building The Gate Golf Club, where Golden Gate Country Club once stood. Reinhold Schmieding, CEO and founder of Arthrex, has been a supporter of First Tee – Naples/Collier since day one. The Gate Golf Club will operate a nine-hole golf course, pro shop, driving range, putting green, and 175-seat restaurant through a public-private partnership with Collier County. Adjacent land…
Sona Chakarian became a part-time resident of Naples six years ago and quickly developed a deep affection for the town and its community. She also calls Paris home—a city where she was raised and built a distinguished career, representing esteemed fashion houses like Nina Ricci and Givenchy. In this role, she introduced their collections to Eastern European markets, including Russia and the Czech Republic, cherishing the cultural exchange at the heart of her work. About two years ago, Chakarian—along with her daughter, Diana Mouradian—co-founded a culturally integrative brand in Naples called Concept Privé. With this, the mother-daughter duo sought to create something that went beyond consumerism. “I wanted to do something different, something private, and something that made connections,” explains Chakarian. While Concept Privé’s small salon in the Pine Ridge…
Governor Ron DeSantis and First Lady Casey DeSantis celebrated 62 Floridians who demonstrated exceptional commitment to serving their communities at this year’s Florida’s Heroes Reception. Ann Hughes, CEO of Fostering Success, a Southwest Florida nonprofit organization dedicated to providing educational and enrichment opportunities to help foster children thrive, was the sole honoree from Collier County. Under her leadership, the organization has expanded its reach, providing essential resources, mentorship, and advocacy to foster youth in Collier, Hendry, and Glades counties. “Every child deserves a chance to succeed, and I am proud to be part of an organization that is committed to providing foster youth with the opportunities and support they need,” said Hughes. About the first responders, educators, community leaders, and advocates who have made a meaningful impact, Governor DeSantis says,…
