Women Redefining Elegance in the Hamptons

RUCHI KOTAHWALA

From red carpets to real impact, RUCHI New York founder Ruchi Kotahwala designs with purpose, passion and polish.

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At the nexus of artistry and heritage, jewelry designer Ruchi Kotahwala brings a distinctly global sensibility to fine jewelry through her eponymous brand, RUCHI New York. Drawing upon her family’s legacy in the gem trade and her own lifelong passion for travel and nature, Kotahwala creates strikingly versatile pieces that marry heirloom craftsmanship with modern sophistication. Since launching in 2018, her kaleidoscopic creations—defined by vibrant gemstones and architectural settings—have graced red carpets from the Oscars to the Emmys, adorning luminaries like Oprah Winfrey and first lady Dr. Jill Biden. Beyond the brilliance, Kotahwala remains deeply committed to women’s empowerment, channeling her entrepreneurial success into philanthropic partnerships that uplift and inspire. Here, the style star shares a few gems.

WAKE-UP TIME: 6 a.m.

MORNING SKINCARE: I cleanse with Ayurvedic rosejasmine wash, tone with rose gel, hydrate with Amarrupa cream and finish with my favorite—AIREM sunscreen.

BEAUTY ESSENTIAL: Rose gel from Forest Essentials (an all-natural beauty company from India)

SIGNATURE SCENT: Rose

MY AESTHETIC IN THREE WORDS: Elegant, vibrant and intentional

MY UNIFORM: Jeans, a T-shirt and a blazer

FAVORITE SHOE: Lavender heels from Manolo Blahnik

Manolo Blahnik Maysale purple suede buckle detail mules, manoloblahnik.com

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FAVORITE BAG: Gold Chanel bag I’ve owned for 20 years—no longer in stores

ESSENTIAL JEWELRY: Diamond and gemstone floral studs, diamond tennis necklace, my stack of signature kite diamond and gold bangles in yellow, rose and black gold. I cannot walk out without these.

FASHION ICON: Princess Diana

Princess Diana

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FASHION NEMESIS: Van Cleef

FAVORITE HOTEL: Four Seasons, Budapest

Four Seasons Hotel Gresham Palace Budapest

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FAVORITE MOVIE: Queen of Katwe

FAVORITE TV SHOW: The White Lotus

MANTRA: Never give up!

MY ESCAPE: Getting a drink with my girlfriends

MY WEAKNESS: Looking for perfection in everything

BEST ADVICE: Finding your purpose and living with that purpose is the most essential thing.

PHILANTHROPY: I support women- and child-focused causes.

FAVORITE APP: Audible

SOULMATE: My husband, Vishal

BEDTIME: 10.30 p.m.

FAVORITE WORK OF ART: “Water Lilies” by Claude Monet

LOCAL HAUNT: The Mark

THREE DESERT-ISLAND ESSENTIALS: Sunscreen, book and sunglasses

ZODIAC: Aquarius

DEVYANI RAMANI

At the intersection of business and creativity, Devyani Ramani leads with elegance, intellect and intention.

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Devyani Ramani brings a refined intellect and global perspective to her role as COO of the fashion brand Rebecca Taylor. With a background in editorial strategy and cultural storytelling, she bridges the worlds of business and creativity with uncommon fluency. Known for her thoughtful approach and eye for detail, Ramani blends heritage and modernity in elevated and intuitive ways. Her leadership is marked by quiet strength, strategic clarity and an unwavering commitment to timeless style. In a fast-paced industry, she is a rare force of thoughtful innovation and enduring elegance.

WAKE-UP TIME: 6 a.m.

MORNING SKINCARE: Caudalie serum, Biologique Recherche colostrum serum and creme, SPF 50, Caudalie Beauty Elixir and gua sha

BEAUTY ESSENTIAL: RANAVAT saffron serum

SIGNATURE SCENT: Maison Francis Kurkdjian

MY AESTHETIC IN THREE WORDS: Feminine, practical and put-together

MY UNIFORM: Jeans and a white button-down

FAVORITE SHOE: At the moment, Loro Piana Rebecca ballerinas

FAVORITE BAG: Matte croc Hermès Constance 18

ESSENTIAL JEWELRY: Cartier bangles, wedding band and my kids’ name plate necklace

FASHION ICON: Tie between Sarita Choudhury in And Just Like That... and Morgan Stewart

FASHION NEMESIS: Serena from Gossip Girl

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FAVORITE HOTEL: Tie between Château de la Messardière, Pan Deï Palais and Amanbagh

CURRENT WORKOUT: Good Day Pilates and DanceBody

Good Day Pilates

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FAVORITE MOVIE: Good Will Hunting

FAVORITE TV SHOW: Sex and the City (I know, very cliche)

MANTRA: When you know better, you do better.

MY ESCAPE: Travel

MY WEAKNESS: Sweet treats

MENTOR: Still looking for one.

BEST ADVICE: The 5 by 5 rule. If it’s not going to matter in five years, don’t spend more than five minutes on it.

FAVORITE APP: StreetEasy

SOULMATE: My children

BEDTIME: 11 p.m.

BOOK AT BEDSIDE: The Way of Integrity by Martha Beck

THEME SONG TO YOUR LIFE: “Paradise” by Sade

FAVORITE WORK OF ART: This random piece of pop artwork my husband and I bought in Lugano, Switzerland

LOCAL HAUNT: The Odeon

ZODIAC: Cancer

DR. EUNICE PARK

Dr. Eunice Park is redefining facial aesthetics with a holistic, high-impact approach that blends artistry, innovation and care.

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A trailblazer in her field and founder of AIREM Aesthetic Spa, a wellness sanctuary in Manhattan, Syosset and the Hamptons (760 Montauk Highway, Water Mill), Dr. Eunice Park is Long Island’s first female facial plastic surgeon and a dual board-certified expert known for her nuanced, holistic approach to facial aesthetics. With a decade of experience, she seamlessly blends minimally invasive techniques with surgical precision to deliver natural, transformative results. A native New Yorker and graduate of Stuyvesant High School, Park’s academic pedigree includes SUNY Stony Brook and Columbia University degrees and advanced surgical training at Mount Sinai Hospital. Recognized as a “Super Doctor” by The New York Times Magazine for multiple years, she continues to redefine standards in modern beauty and patient care. We checked in with the glow-getter for her quick take.

WAKE-UP TIME: 5 a.m.— before the sun and my kids

MORNING SKINCARE: The three S’s: sheet mask, serums (AIREM Essentials) and sunscreen