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photography by Francine Zaslow (lamb chop) 12 // front runner 30 // from the editor-in-Chief 32 // from the publisher 34 // the list 65 // inVited style 39 // let there be GuCCi! Gucci's new creative director, Alessandro Michele, spreads his fashion gospel while remaining true to the brand's opulent heritage. 42 // the new romanCe A new wave of moody yet modern luxe sashays into Boston, just in time for the most over-the-top holiday soirées. 46 // style spotliGht Louis Vuitton introduces mini versions of classic bags, and Moncler skiwear slaloms into town. 48 // winter retreat Boston's top spas transform the winter chills into a wonderland of beauty treats. 50 // CountinG the minutes Whether you're traveling or timing the turkey in the oven, a multifunc- tion chronometer is a holiday treat with practical appeal. 42 Adorn yourself in lush looks for the holidays. Iridescent gown, Gucci ($12,500). The Shops at Prudential Center, 617-247-3000; gucci.com. Square emerald ring ($595) and round mixed-metal ring ($345), Alexander McQueen. Saks Fifth Avenue, The Shops at Prudential Center, 617-262-8500; alexandermcqueen.com. Petite Malle sequin clutch, Louis Vuitton ($6,600). Copley Place, 617-437- 6519; louisvuitton.com 79 The roasted Colorado lamb chop at Meritage Restaurant + Bar. culture 55 // pop hits Boston Pops Orchestra conductor Keith Lockhart rings in the holidays with a big anniversary bang. 56 // the new Journalism Award-winning journalist and entre- preneur Charles Sennott launches his biggest story. 58 // hedGinG his funds Paul S. Grogan, president of the 100 - year-old Boston Foundation, is on a winning streak. 60 // Culture spotliGht ART stages a madcap operetta, while Boston's supermodel-in-residence publishes a coffee-table book. tAste 79 // home for the holidays. not Skip the headache of cooking and enjoy the fnest cuisine in these restaurants' private dining rooms. 80 // toastinG tr adition The Nolet family celebrates 325 years of distilling some of the world's fnest spirits, including Ketel One vodka. 82 // taste spotliGht New England TV personality Jenny Johnson releases the sparkling wine Champy, and Branch Line brings slow-roasted fare to Watertown. 18 bostoncommon-magazine.com contents Holiday 2015