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  A Designer We Love …
Jhane Barnes celebrates her successful 30-year career by adding a few more collections, including an upscale denim line, to her already impressive empire. — William Kissel
Jhane Barnes didn’t think of herself as a fashion pioneer when, a decade after starting her career, she hooked up her Atari home computer to a hand-weaving loom and figured out how to make the system automatically operate her manual machinery. Later, she scanned abstract photos and manipulated them on the computer to create colorful patterns she would eventually hand-weave into fanciful men’s shirts. Fast forward to now, and this year, Barnes is celebrating her 30th anniversary as the first female fashion designer to succeed in menswear.
Over the decades, she has put her signature — not to mention colorful and extravagant — hand-weaves on everything from men’s shirts and sweaters to home textiles, furniture, carpets, and bedding. Her newest line includes a four-piece Exclusive collection, comprising a single tailored jacket, sweater, shirt, and pair of slacks, all developed using Barnes’s proprietary color treatments and weaving techniques. The four-piece line is available only to the designer’s online shoppers, hence the label name.
Likewise, this season Barnes is focusing on her first collection of upscale denim under the newly launched Barnestorm label. And as with everything she touches, the fancy jeans-only line will incorporate a number of Barnes’s token details, including five-pocket jeans with a subtle striated color effect and a jacket made of shaved cowhide applied to stretch denim and later washed for an altogether new take on an old-time favorite.
Jhane Barnes, (212) 575-2448, www.jhanebarnes.com
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Quite the Handful >> It’s time to learn the art of the “perfect” sandwich. — Jenna Schnuer
Read Between the Lines
If the idea of a sandwich recipe seems a bit — how should we put it — unnecessary, hold the mayo: The following cookbooks will make those tired old sandwiches you’ve been layering up seem like mere child’s play.
-Beautiful Breads & Fabulous Fillings: The Best Sandwiches in America (Rutledge Hill Press, $25) by Margaux Sky
-Grilled Cheese: 50 Recipes to Make You Melt (Chronicle Books, $17) by Marlena Spieler
-Nancy Silverton’s Sandwich Book: The Best Sandwiches Ever — from Thursday Nights at Campanile (Knopf, $25)
Want to get started immediatamente? Then fire up that panini grill that you “just had to have” — but still haven’t used — you’re about to kick off a summer of adult education, sandwich-style.>>
Soppressata, Fontina, and Arugula Panini — from Simple Italian Sandwiches: Recipes from America’s Favorite Panini Bar (Morrow Cookbooks, $22), by Jennifer and Jason Denton, and Kathryn Kellinger
4 ciabatta rolls
15 thin slices soppressata or other hard salami
1 small bunch arugula, well rinsed and dried
Freshly ground black pepper
8 thin slices Italian Fontina
Preheat a panini grill.
Slice off the domed tops of the ciabatta rolls and reserve for another use. The rolls should now be about an inch thick. Split the rolls horizontally.
Distribute the soppressata slices so that the bottom halves of the rolls are covered with a single layer of salami. Top with a few leaves of arugula and some black pepper. Arrange 2 slices of Fontina on each sandwich and trim the edges to fit the bread. Cover with the top halves of the rolls.
Grill the sandwiches until they are warmed through completely, about 4 minutes. Cut in half and serve immediately.
Makes 4 panini.
Lunch is Served These following sandwich spots are local favorites for a plateful of reasons. Chicago: One longtime resident simply lit up when recommending the veggie-friendly (and ever-so-pretty) M. Henry. Worry not, meat eaters won’t feel left out — the chicken salad is a thing of beauty. 5707 North Clark Street, (773) 561-1600 Las Vegas: Denizens of Sin City hit the jackpot when chef Tom Colicchio decided to open an outpost of his NYC upscale sandwich chainlet, ‘Wichcraft, in the Studio Walk at the MGM Grand. Get the grilled Gruyère-and-caramelized-onions on rye. Seriously. 3799 South Las Vegas Boulevard, (877) 880-0880 Vancouver: Passionate about a sandwich? One Vancouverite goes beyond agog when professing her love for the cucumber and Cambozola-cheese-on-walnut-bread sandwich at Terra Breads. 2380 West Fourth Avenue, (604) 736-1838 Austin: Regular old roast beef? Not. At Sweetish Hill Bakery & Café, they use Kobe beef for their sandwiches. Now that’s fancy. 1120 West Sixth Street, (512) 472-1347 San Francisco: Lee’s Deli. Don’t let this chain’s cheap-and-speedy rep get you down. They’re all over the place for a good reason: Locals love Lee’s. 648 Market Street, (415) 421-0648
Basket Case
Now that you’ve learned how to make the “perfect” sandwich, pack it up and make it the supreme center of a day on the grass (or at the beach, the pool, the … well, you get the drift) with these picnic-perfect accoutrements.
1. Tote all your trappings — and then some — in the (A) Pioneer Canvas Deluxe Picnic Basket ($87, 888-245-9662, www.picnicsite.com) or in the colorful (B) Hamptons Picnic Basket ($115, 877-733-3683, www.redenvelope.com).
2. Tupperware’s still got it. Sandwich Keeper Set. $11 for two. order.tupperware.com
3. First you eat. Then you nap. Outdoorsman Blanket and Carrier. $42. (800) 706-3981, www.picnicfun.com
4. Keep your vino safe with this classy two-bottle wine tote from Mulholland Brothers. It includes a removal insulator with separators as well as a bottle opener. Two Bottle Wine Carrier, $219. (877) 685-4655,
www.on-the-fly.com
5. Dress up your day out with these unbreakable melamine plates from Jonathan Adler. Fish plates and bowl, $5 to $7 each. (866) 781-9494, www.velocityartanddesign.com
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Pooling Your Resources 
It was a hot day somewhere in the Roman Empire when Ovid exclaimed, “There is no small pleasure in sweet water.” Things haven’t changed much in 2,000 years. These days, summer temperatures still send us seeking submersion in the soothing sanctuary of a swimming hole. And while any pool will do, some are better than others. Turn the page to see our favorite watering holes. — Becca Hensley
Most Voyeuristic
Who knew the best place to be discovered in a bikini would be at an indoor pool in New York? The Hotel QT’s low-lit, in-your-face, not-meant-for-lap-swimming pool is abuzz with underwater music and located right in the lobby. In fact, it flows right up to aquarium-like windows in the bar. Rooms from $175. www.hotelqt.com
1. Most Artsy
Have you ever dreamed of immersing yourself in a David Hockney painting? Then take a plunge into the cooling waters of the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel’s sexy, palm-tree-lined pool, the bottom of which Hockney himself painted. From $285. www.hollywoodroosevelt.com
2. Best Aquarium Swim
Join 4,000 fish, representing 40 species, including three Spotted Eagle Rays, when you snorkel in the King’s Pond at the Four Seasons Resort Hualalai at Historic Ka’upulehu on Hawaii’s Big Island. The lava-lined, spring- and ocean-fed pool, located just off the beach, will appeal to your inner marine biologist. From $625. www.fourseasons.com
3. Most Fun for Families
The cabanas are free at the Pointe South Mountain Resort and the Oasis water park in Phoenix. But it’s the cooldown factor of the 10,000-square-foot wave pool, 950-foot-long active river, dive-in movie screen, and two eight-story slides that keeps kids — and their parents — coming back. Summer specials from $129, plus $16 resort fee. www.pointesouthmtn.com
4. Best for Multitasking
If you’re worried about making your flight but still want a workout, dive into the three-lane mechanized pool in the spa of the Fairmont Vancouver Airport Hotel. The pool’s current can be adjusted so swimmers can stroke upstream (as it were) for maximum aerobic benefit. From $135 (C$150), or you can buy a day pass for $15.
www.fairmont.com/vancouver airport
5. Most Chic Sunning Retreat
Conceived by Philippe Starck and Ian Schrager to recall the ancient Roman baths, the “water salon” (as the pool is called) at the Delano in Miami is long, lean, and luminous. Divided into four areas defined by use (floating, meditating, sleeping, and eating), this infinity pool boasts furniture in the water and classical music. From $415. www.delano-hotel.com
6. Most Whimsical
The Lagoon pool at Orlando’s Nickelodeon Family Suites by Holiday Inn has a 400-gallon dump tank that fills up with water and surprises unsuspecting guests every three minutes, all to the sounds of Nickelodeon-themed entertainment. The pool also has slides, flumes, a multilevel basketball court, and mini golf. From $281. www.nickhotel.com
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Treading Softly
 One thing you can say about golf shoes: They’re better looking than bowling shoes. But for the sport that starts from the ground up, they’d better be comfortable — plus attentive to the performance-conscious and, for the truly dedicated, waterproof. Hard-spike models are now as rare as typewriters and about as welcome at most courses as a smoker in church. In a soft-spike world, here are five good choices. — Thomas Bedell >>
one-The Danish shoemaker ECCO makes comfort its first priority, using a direct-injection technology to create highly cushioned insoles. The New Classic Crossfire is a stylin’ blend of traditional saddle with interweaving bands of high-grade leather. $140. (877) 240-2365, www.eccousa.com
two-Nike turned to one of its staff players for some inspiration with the newest addition to its Sports Performance line. The stylish Grace Park, a six-time winner on the LPGA tour, wanted a good-looking shoe that kept her grounded throughout her swing, and the SP-6 is the fashionable result. $130. (800) 922-6453, www.nikegolf.com
three-Spikeless pioneer Etonic has introduced a shoe for ardent players that’s engineered with three technical zones (hence the Difference 3Z moniker) aimed at producing a stable platform, flexibility for walking comfort, and Gore-Tex waterproofing. $159. (866) 838-6642, www.etonic.com
four-The Adidas Tour 360 shoe is a striking bit of design in a variety of bold color combinations. But if the mod athletic look is a departure in a golf shoe, the intent is clear enough — here’s another piece of serious equipment. $180. (800) 888-2582, adidasgolf.com/360
five-All Tehama golf shoes havea “Hang ‘em Dry” moisture-wicking lining, a reference to one of Clint Eastwood’s many Westerns. But the company principal is an avid golfer looking for maximum traction and comfort (plus style) on and off the course. The Charles model in brown is always camera-ready. $150. (972) 735-9113, www.tehamainc.com
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(The Drive to Win) Distance matters, but so does precision when it comes to the Pinnacle Exceptional Driver Championship, an annual sporting spectacle at Laughlin Ranch Golf Club in Arizona. This year’s competition brings together 128 of the world’s biggest boppers — that is, athletes who can really blast a golf ball — for a three-day shoot-out November 9 to 11. They have to hit it long, but they also have to hit it straight, since scores are based on distance and accuracy. First prize is $50,000, and admission to the entertaining event is free. www.pinnaclegolf.com — J.S.
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| In Golf, Practice Doesn't Always Make Perfect
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IN GOLF, PRACTICE DOESN'T ALWAYS MAKE PERFECT. But it does make for improvement, as do these cool gadgets and training aids. — J.S.
The Leaderboard
A simple device that teaches you to rotate your upper body around a stable core — the key to a powerful, repeatable swing. Practice while standing on two slip-resistant plastic platforms, one of which slides under your feet, and you’ll feel what it’s like to use your golf muscles properly. $200. (888) 610-3877, www.leaderboard.tv
The Optee
This portable, practical golfer’s companion does the dirty work for you on the driving range. Just lower a lever with your club and the Optee automatically tees up a new ball for you. There’s no need to change your grip or stance — and no bending over and over, again and again. $50. (617) 548-0681, www.optee.com
The Dream Swing
If your dream is to play a better game of golf, the reality is that you need to learn to swing on plane. Attach the cable to your club as you swing it. Like a compass guiding a pencil, the Dream Swing guides you along the perfect path. $259. (800) 794-6471, www.dreamswing.com
Swingscope
Strap the Swingscope to your hip, and it gives you instant feedback on your swing. If you sway or slide your hips (a no-no for good golfers), the Swingscope alerts you by buzzing or vibrating, depending on the setting you choose. $100. (866) 843-8876, www.swingscope.com
Check-Go
Like golfers, golf balls are imperfect. By spinning it at 10,000 revolutions per minute, Check-Go realigns the ball’s heaviest areas along its equator so that it will roll straighter on the green. $25. (800) 775-6764, www.check-go.com
Xtreme Speed Stik
First came the Speed Stik, a long, heavy club that gauged your swing speed and amped up your power the more you swung it. Now comes the Xtreme Speed Stik, a shorter, lighter version of the original, specially designed for junior golfers. $100. (800) 476-0377, www.thespeedstik.com
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