Golf in the Kingdom cast to appear at Cavallini for Glenfiddich tasting

David O'Hara, lead actor Golf in the Kingdom, will be appearing at Cavallini in Beverly Hills for a Glenfiddich tasting.

This little Scottish affair will take place at Italian Clothier Cavallini Monday, September 29 at 6 p.m. Yours truly will host the entire cast of Golf in the Kingdom for a jolly good night of revelry with Glenfiddich ambassador Ray Pearson. The tasting will include 12-year - , 15-year - and 18-year-old Glenfiddich Single Malt Scotch Whiskey.

For more information on Golf in the Kingdom go to www.findshivas.com. For more information on the great brand of Glenfiddich, go to www.glenfiddich.com.

Davis Love III receives 2008 Payne Stewart Award

Caught between the west and east coasts, I wanted to take make sure to stop and take a quick moment to pass on my congratulations to Davis Love III for him receiving the 2008 Payne Stewart Award. If you have checked out my blogs before, you all know my affinity for Payne and his family. Recently, my friend Robert and the guys at Styledtoatee.com recently posted their thoughts on Davis deservedly receiving this prestigious award.

Please enjoy his article.

Always in fashion,

Auke

My visit to Stone Eagle and meeting with Mr 59!

I am in AWE of my first visit to Stone Eagle... there is not another golf course that I have ever seen that compares to the uniqueness of it. Masterfully "framed" in a bowl shaped outcropping at 1,100 feet elevation in Palm Desert by renaissance golf course designer Tom Doak, there is such a one-of-a-kind sensibility about the property...it makes you literally feel like you are on TOP OF THE WORLD!

The vista's are grandiose with several viewpoints like the 7th tee where you can see 16 of the 18 holes. It was a visit for Golf Cognoscente, but I knew my good friend Al Geiberger was the pro emeritus. I hadn't seen Al in several years and to my delight he showed up while we were on property. He was pleasantly surprised, since he thought I was still back in Florida. Well....to get a personal tour by Al Geiberger was such a treat. After the tour with Al's expert tips and nuances about the fabulous layout, I can't wait to return and tee it up!

We proceeded to the range and Al hit some balls and let me tell you ... at 71 he still has one of the best swings on the planet! He won his division with Jimmy Powell in Savannah at the Legends this year and I challenged him to play New Port Beach this coming March.

It was a delightful day at a memorable venue, which we are looking forward to feature on the cover of the premier issue of GCQ.

We appreciate the hospitality by Ted Lennon and John Fitzpatrick and Al, it was great to see you, I'll be back soon!

In AWE.....Auke.

'Golf in the Kingdom' movie producer names Auke Hempenius Director of Wardrobe

Mindy Affrime, Producer of Golf in the Kingdom, a movie being made about Michael Murphy's book with the same title, recently selected yours truly as the Director of Wardrobe for the movie.

Cast and crew for the independent production are now prepping for 30 days of on-location shooting at Bandon Dunes Golf Resort in Oregon.

Affrime said in her recent press release... "Mike and I are so happy to give Auke the platform to create amazing clothes for such interesting characters like the indomitable Shivas Irons and of course the American lad, Michael Murphy.

"His expertise, sense of style and love of the authentic are a 'perfect fit' for our films. Auke joins Roger Guyett of ILM, Arturo Smith, Jeffrey Kushon and John Ashworth as an integral part of the creative film crew".

Check out the full article .

I consider it quite an honor to be selected for this prestigious endeavor.

Always in fashion

Auke

A photo shoot like no other

My last day at the Payne Stewart Golf Club in Branson, Mo. was a GREAT experience…. a photo shoot with 11-year-old "little Payne" Baron. If his swing is an indication watch out PGA Tour 2020! He will be the best dressed for sure in plus fours.

We hit balls on 3, 4 and 18 and in this picture Bob Allen and I - in appropriate attire with Fore ltd shoes - are admiring Baron's swing on the 4th tee. His sister Courtney and his mom photographer Kimber were absolutely delightful ... a great time was had by all.

I will most certainly return soon, to what I consider the premier golf course and must travel Golf destination in the Midwest -- The Payne Stewart Golf Club!

Auke

Fashion in Vegas and sneak peak at Payne Stewart Golf Club

A fabulous week ... first I had the pleasure of viewing all of the outstanding fashion at the great PGA Fall Expo in Vegas followed by four fabulous days during the 9-hole opening of the FANTASTIC Payne Stewart Golf Club in Branson, Mo.  

I was truly touched and honored when I was invited to be the very first to tee off, with the first official group on the first tee early Friday. I felt Payne's spirit when I striped it down the middle with a gentle draw, just like Payne would have.

I can't say enough about the hospitality extended to me by iconic Bob Allen who embodies the spirit of Payne Stewart in such a caring and loving way. I stayed at the infamous birdhouse where we had a great party on Friday night. The Silver Oak, which was Payne's favorite wine flowed freely and I want to thank Gary Fultz for cooking great steak on the grill and Mark Elgin for being a fabulous host! 

I met Tony the new assistant pro and his wife Shawna and they are going to LOVE it in Branson. I played 27 holes on Sunday and let me tell you when this course opens in its full glory in May 2009 it will be a Tour caliber venue. I played it from the tips and it is ALL any touring professional will be able to handle! It is my sincere wish that the powers to be in Ponte Vedra will consider the Payne Stewart Golf Club for a Tour event. 

The clubhouse is spectacular with pictures, trophies and memorabilia of Payne's life. The pro shop has a plethora of great brands in men's and women's fashion and of course a nice selection of Payne's trademark...plus fours! You will even see Payne's own Fore ltd shoes displayed....talk about an infusion of spirit!

People get ready...you HAVE to make a trip either now or when the entire 18 holes open in May 2009 and tell Bob Allen and his dynamite shop manager Heather Holmes I sent you!

In Payne's spirit,

Auke