Nick Voulgaris III is an entrepreneur, writer, and avid sailor who is passionate about yacht restoration. He has owned and restored dozens of boats, including two vintage Chris-Crafts. He is also the author of two previous Rizzoli books, Hinckley Yachts and The Seaside House. Nick is the proprietor of Kerber's Farm, a historic farm and retail brand on Long Island (www.kerbersfarm.com). Nick lives in New York City's West Village with his English Labrador Charlie, and in summer aboard his 58-foot Alden sailboat Scout.

Ralph Lauren began his career in 1967, designing neckties under the label Polo. Today, his collections include menswear, womenswear, accessories, fragrance, and home. He has received numerous awards for his work in fashion, philanthropy, and humanitarian causes and is the only designer to receive the CFDA's four highest honors: Womenswear Designer of the Year, Menswear Designer of the Year, Retailer of the Year, and Lifetime Achievement.