House Style: Jezebel
Glamorous and kosher aren’t usually words that appear in the same sentence, but Jezebel, which opened a few months back in Soho, is trying to change that. As co-owner Henry Stimler tells us, “The only restrictions we have are in the kitchen.” That means hostesses have the freedom to wear whatever they want, and the staff uniforms cut a smart profile — all in the hopes that they’ll inspire customers to do the same. So far, it’s working: Jezebel has quickly become one of the most fashionable restaurants in the city, making it the ideal candidate for our latest edition of House Style.
The restaurant even has a “muse” of sorts: 62-year-old stylist Tziporah Salamon, who graces the bar area greeting customers several nights a week, always in a different fabulous outfit. (As you’ll see ahead, she’s into costume changes.)
So, in honor of the end of Fashion Week and the imminent High Holidays, check out our slideshow straight ahead.
There's no dress code for hostesses, but, as one told us, "heels are a must."
Salamon, a stylist (you might know her from that Lanvin ad campaign), graces the bar several times a week, greeting patrons. Here, she channels (Natal...
Salamon, a stylist (you might know her from that Lanvin ad campaign), graces the bar several times a week, greeting patrons. Here, she channels (Natalie Portman as) Queen Elizabeth with a blouse she got in Israel, adorned with Yemenite embroidery; a pair of Victorian ruffs; black-and-gold pants made by her seamstress; a thirties Lilly Dache hat; and Mogul Indian earrings circa the turn of the nineteenth century.
Terrance McCleveland (right) calls the Eton-waistcoat-and-velvet-bow-tie-equipped uniforms "refreshing."
Harrison Lubel, left, says he doesn't mind the suspenders that are part of his uniform. "When I go out, if I'm dressing up, I wear suspenders,&qu...
Harrison Lubel, left, says he doesn't mind the suspenders that are part of his uniform. "When I go out, if I'm dressing up, I wear suspenders," he tells us.
Wearing a vintage silk turban with a Junya Watanabe skirt and Dolce & Gabbana top.
Henry Stimler describes the bussers' uniforms as "old Mafia." The outfit design serves a purpose: The color palette is opposite that of the ...
Henry Stimler describes the bussers' uniforms as "old Mafia." The outfit design serves a purpose: The color palette is opposite that of the servers, which helps avoid customer confusion in the dining room.
Wearing a twenties kimono over a contemporary striped shirt, with vintage jewelry and beaded hat.
