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Audrey Yacou, the USA PR and Marketing Executive for the Guadeloupe Islands Tourism Board, brings over a decade of experience to the table. She is a key voice in the ongoing dialogue…
In today’s bustling tech landscape, Aveneel Waadhwa, a Product Manager at Microsoft on the Azure Optimization team, stands out with his future-forward, innovative, entrepreneurial spirit and global perspective. Born and raised in…
Aveneel Waadhwa, Product Manager at Microsoft working on the Azure Optimization team, shares his thoughts on product management in the age of AI. Imagine a world where product managers possess the superpower…
In the world of tourism PR, Audrey Yacou shines as a trailblazer. With an impressive career spanning Paris and New York, Yacou currently serves as the USA PR and Marketing Executive for…
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has already significantly impacted various aspects of our lives, sparking discussions about its benefits and the need for regulation. Whether it’s fashion or any other industry, the influence of…
Amidst the echoes of revolution and the weight of censorship, an artist found her voice. Born in Iran just a few years after significant societal change, Hoda Ramy grew up in a…
Dina Khalil is not your typical tech enthusiast. With a background in journalism, her fervent love for storytelling drives her to create immersive VR/AR experiences that shed light on social issues. Dina…
Hee Won Jeon, a distinguished Korean cellist, has graced international concert stages, collaborating with esteemed orchestras that include the Owensboro Symphony Orchestra, Carmel Symphony Orchestra, Richmond Symphony Orchestra, Louisville Orchestra, Terre Haute…
Hailing from Sweden but making her mark in the heart of New York City, Matilda Ivarsson, along with her partner Yasmine Mansson, co-founded the PR agency STHLM-NYC. Their mission is to facilitate…
In its ongoing commitment to combat microplastic pollution, the European Union (EU) has officially taken action, implementing a ban on glitter. Effective October 17, the European Commission’s microplastics restriction has come into…
Amid the backdrop of war, Los Angeles’ Fashion Week began with a moving display of eveningwear by Lever Couture, designed by Ukrainian-born, L.A.-based designer Lessja Verlingieri. Sergio Hudson, Cult Gaia, Brunello Cucinelli,…
The recent Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing by Rite Aid, one of the nation’s largest drugstore chains, has raised concerns about the potential impact on the mass-market beauty industry. Rite Aid, with its…
Bottega Veneta has unveiled the Accademia Labor et Ingenium, also known as the Academy of Craft and Creativity, as part of its ongoing dedication to preserving traditional craftsmanship. The Italian luxury fashion…
Western nations are on the cusp of implementing a ban on Russian diamonds in countries already imposing sanctions on Kremlin assets, according to Belgian Prime Minister Alexander de Croo. This move, which…
Modeling agencies are actively recruiting young people who have escaped war-torn African nations and are grappling with severe poverty. These individuals fly to Europe to participate in fashion castings, but a significant…
Victoria’s Secret, a brand that once symbolized femininity and glamour for millions of women, is attempting to make a comeback on Wall Street — WWD reported. However, the brand’s resurgence is marred…
Renowned fashion model and TV journalist, Gail O’Neill, who left an indelible mark on the world of fashion and broadcast journalism, passed away at the age of 61 at her Atlanta home.…
Kendall Jenner engaged in a candid fireside chat with Moira Forbes, Forbes’ Executive Vice President, at the Forbes 30 Under 30 Summit held in Cleveland, Ohio today. The conversation delved into her…
The global startup scene is a dynamic and vibrant ecosystem that’s rapidly evolving and expanding across major cities worldwide. It’s a bustling space where innovative ideas are transformed into successful businesses. Entrepreneurs…
The Challenges of Juggling Career and City Life The modern era presents a unique set of challenges for those trying to navigate the hustle and bustle of city life while maintaining a…
Global Fashion Collective presented a real treat on February 12 for New York Fashion Week audiences. The Fall 2023 collections featured designers from Japan, Indonesia, Mozambique, Mexico, China, France, and Korea, who brought unique statement pieces to the runway.
LD13 is a new German and New York City-based luxury brand. Under the direction of Creative Director Lisa Deurer, the brand focuses on craftsmanship, farm-to-wardrobe production, and a fully transparent supply chain.…
Valette Studio’s Spring/Summer 2023 collection is nothing short of extraordinary. Inspired by the androgynous beauty and seductive allure of American actor Joe Dallessandro, as well as his effortless take on clothing– the…
Back In 2019, I was traveling to London to style a cover shoot when I had a run-in with customs officers at the airport. Sans any check-in luggage, I had chucked a…
This morning—just moments before embarking on writing this—I succumbed to stocking up for spring fashion and purchased a pair of Kenneth Cole’s legendary Kam sneakers—yes, the white leather ones with a gold…
The contemporary fashion label ‘Situationist’ revealed their Fall/Winter collection at 2022 Paris Fashion Week. Committed to the integrity of their brand identity, the up-and-coming luxury fashion label prides itself on creating…
This was the fashion week that made us go “hmm.” Like New York Fashion Week street style stars that slid into some of Spring 2022’s latest drops despite the plummeting temperatures, much…
Way before the first Women’s Day observance in 1909, female fashion designers were breaking boundaries to empower women. Iconoclasts Jeanne Lanvin and Coco Chanel unleashed collections that traded pretty for edgy, did…
Fashinnovation, a global platform that connects the fashion industry via entrepreneurship, sustainability, technology and innovation, diversity, and inclusion, hosted their 6th Worldwide Talks live from Spring Studios in New York City…
Japanese designer Hiroaki Sueyasu of Kidill presented his Autumn/Winter 22-23 collection “The Outsider” at Paris Fashion Week. The collection is inspired by the work of an iconic American artist Henry Darger (1892-1973)…
Louis Vuitton had the world anticipating Virgil Abloh’s final men’s collection. The performance-driven Fall-Winter 2022 show “Louis Dreamhouse” referenced eight seasons of the late designers’ work. The set of the fashion show…
Flying solo tests outs the runway’s new normal during the pandemic. Models walked on an icy runway in cold weather. Is it worth suffering for fashion? The COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted Fashion…
A sweeping pandemic has put a mask on everyone’s face in 2020. Face-coverings becoming the new norm has also sparked creativity in the fashion industry. Sonia Smith-Kang, a critical care nurse…
Fashion designer Bhavyaa Prasad debuted her first collection at New York Fashion Week last February with Flying Solo, the largest high-fashion independent designer collective in the U.S. Bhavyaa is a recent Parson’s…
Amid the live-streaming revolution during the Covid-19 pandemic, art curator & entrepreneur Marina Dojchinov is presenting The Zero Experiment – an interactive, virtual gallery experience. Every Thursday, viewers will be able to…
On February 6th, New Orleans Saints football star Marcus Williams opened Grungy Gentleman’s 12th runway show at M1-5 Lounge in Tribeca. The 28-look collection defined athletic tailoring by combining luxury fabrications with…
It was 9 p.m. on a Saturday and my French friend Louisiane and I were sitting on the warm concrete lining by the Seine river waiting for the email that would finally…
For this Spring/Summer 2020 collection, agnès b. had resort vibes as the designer created multiple scenes of a carefree life in nice weather. A quick bike ride under the summer rain in…
Anaïs Jourden took us back to school in the library at the Lycée Henri IV, which is among the most prestigious secondary schools in Paris. The collection featured many sheer and ruffle…
After many long winter months of swimwear brands sliding into my DMs on Instagram to model for them or feature them, only one caught my eye—Veranera—an e-commerce site and marketing platform…
Every year during this time, thousands of aspiring young dancers with big dreams travel to New York for audition season. We followed one dancer through her journey.
We are still not over Hakan Akkaya’s runway show. Was it a 1970’s “Glam Rock” concert or the Hakan Akkaya Fall 2019 collection? That was the question on everyone’s mind as they sat along the U-shaped…
Born in Kaunas, Lithuania, Rytis Valiunas first stepped on stage when he was 5 years old, wearing a choir boy uniform. After many concerts and performances, at 15, he started attending after-school…
First, she filled a backpack with school supplies, now she has filled an entire library with books. After graduating from the Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT), Amanda Munz could have worked a…
Some say Art Basel is becoming more and more like Fashion Week. The fashion industry is growing more enchanted with the iconic international art shows and there’s a variety of art and…
It has been a couple of years since the Korean music and dance craze hit the United States. The latest wave from South Korea comes not on a video screen, but…
A young woman’s experience visiting Atelier Des Lumières in Paris. I always resented contemporary art. I thought it didn’t qualify as “real” art. I dismissed the abstract as something that “artists” made…
In a busy bar in Hell’s Kitchen, I meet Christian Voldstad for the first time. After brief introductions and drinks, we get down to business. The Bespoke Musik Label resident is…
New York Men’s Day (NYMD), currently in its tenth season, kicked off New York Fashion Week: Men’s on Monday, July 9. NYMD is a bi-annual initiative that helps nurture emerging talent and…
The first weekend of May, thousands flocked to a massive, white enclosed tent on Randall’s Island to visit one of the largest art exhibits of the year: Frieze New York. Holding two…
View this post on Instagram A post shared by Swizz Beatz (@therealswizzz) 2018 might be the year when fast fashion giant H&M commits suicide. First, it went under fire on January…
It’s a Sunday morning, and Vishaal Turakhia is in his Brookfield Place office running numbers. Investment bankers don’t sleep. Neither do DJs. Turakhia is both. On late nights after work, the 33-year-old…
Of course, there were many designers that we loved at NYFW: Men’s, but besides the big names, here are the five we thought were noteworthy: Suitsupply We all love a good suit!…
Editor’s note: Anastassia will be writing a series of articles about the techno music scene in NYC. This is her first article. It’s January 13, the night of my first party…
NBA players’ custom suit designer, Andrew Jang, personally invests $440,000 to give local students a VIP clothing experience Ever received a free custom-made piece from a well-known designer? Yea, neither have we!…
Imagine waking up one day to an Instagram message that you have been awarded a million-dollar contract for a brand collaboration. This happened to Jessie Noveja, the 22-year-old California native, who was…
American rapper Logic delivered a moving performance of his song “1-800-273-8255” on stage at the 60th Annual Grammy Award Ceremony on Sunday, alongside featured singers Alessia Cara and Khalid. The…
In 1981, a group of twenty-something women were having a beer at the Corner Bistro in New York City when they decided to form a sword–dancing team: Half Moon Sword. “When…
We already miss New York Fashion Week! Take a look at these street style photos our photographer Tiffany Chen snapped. Supermodel Heidi Klum looked as fabulous as always.
It is time to celebrate “throwback Thursdays.” Last month, the scene of a subculture celebration popped up with a rebellious punk streak on Carnaby Street in London. The brains behind the operation…
“You take the blue pill, the story ends. You wake up in your bed and believe whatever you want to believe. You take the red pill, you stay in Wonderland, and…
A pair of Nike Air Mag self-lacing sneakers—a concept that was first introduced in the iconic movie Back to the Future and brought to life by Nike in 2016—sold for $52,500 setting the world…
As a present for America’s Independence day, on Tuesday, July 4th, Anti Social Social Club will release a new Fall/Winter 2017 collection at 8 a.m. PST. If you want to buy any…
Our May Bank holiday had a new soundtrack to road test. The bounds of #CLICsLIVENOISE are expanding and, brilliantly, discovering all sorts of unconventional creations. Two weeks ago, I saw the jazz…
Sandra Manay is an artist and entrepreneur. Some might think that these two things are polar opposites, but starting a business is an art form in itself. Sandra was born in the…
Hollie Fraser is a Book Fairy. In 2012 she began dropping books on the London Underground to make people fall in love with reading again, inspiring Rosy Kehdi to do the same…
Editorial Producer and Photographer: Tiffany Chen @photosbytifff | Men’s Stylist: Rafael Ingannamonte @rafaelinga | Women’s Stylist: Ashley Tanay @ashleyveronica.style | Make-Up Artist: Tanya Marques @marquestmakeup | Hair Stylist: Devin Sutherland @devohairr Models:…
After learning about a few tips, I have been loving the London life more than I could have imagined. Never been so grateful for such a wonderful city to be calling my…
Pick up the nearest object to you. Chances are, what you are holding is a jigsaw puzzle of pieces made all around the world. Take an iPhone: software – North Carolina; radio frequency…
Welcome to 2017! You made it through one of the strangest and let’s face it, gloomiest years in a long time – but you’re out the other side. It’s time to start…
Neon will never die in Gods [sic.] Own Junkyard. More wonderland than warehouse, gigantic disco balls hang between numerous clever and downright saucy signs that offer a glimpse into a collection that…
Kamile Kaselyte, 23, describes herself, as an “accidental fashion insider.” Her rushed, last minute choice to study fashion business at Istituto Marangoni London campus has evolved into an intriguing relationship with the fashion industry. She calls it a full-time marriage as since…
At Camden Lock Market, take a left after the freshly squeezed orange juice stand and you will find the best (and possibly the tiniest) cookie bar in London and the World, Cookies…
I’m guessing right now you’re part human part sloth and you haven’t seen a scrap of food in the last 48 hours that wasn’t wrapped in cling film. And don’t even get…
Editorial Producer and Photographer: Tiffany Chen – @photosbytifff | Stylist: Ashley Tanay – @ashleyveronica.style | Make-Up Artist: Lily Morales – @lilymoralesmakeup | Hair Stylist: Emily Carcaramo – @hairbyemilynyc | Assistant: Rafael Ingannamonte – @rafaelinga | Space: CoLab Factory – @colabfactorybk #1 Glamorous Night Out Model: Bijal | Necklace and Earrings: Blugrn Design –…
Christmas Day swims have been a bit of a chilly tradition in the UK for quite a while now but in the last few years, they have exploded a bit in popularity!…
Editor’s note: Our own Carrie Bradshaw— Cooper Irons— is back to share his experience about being single during the holiday season in New York City. Forget, the Rankin-Bass puppets and Mickey Mouse…
“The Choir with No Name (CWNN) runs choirs for people who have experienced homelessness and other men and women on the margins of society[…] Our first choir – in King’s Cross, London…
The Skateroom fuses the energy of the contemporary art world with the dynamism of skate culture and invites artists to create limited edition artworks on skateboards. The proceeds of the initiative go towards supporting…
The majority of us humans have whimsical ideas and dreams. For the most part, our most extravagant thoughts will remain as just that— thoughts. Occasionally our thoughts evolve into adventures and successes. For…
There is a definite chill in the air, and, dare I say it, I am beginning to think of Christmas. As temperatures plummet again, the bookies have slashed the odds on a white Christmas.…
“All sorrows are less with bread,” claimed Cervantes in the 1500s. Our obsession with the Chelsea (area in southwest London) bun and New York bagel prove that more than five hundred…
Carolyn Blair is the millennial CEO behind Cobbler Concierge, an on demand leather goods repair service that allows users to schedule pickup and delivery from their phone. With Cobbler Concierge, Blair marries…
Editorial Producer and Photographer: Tiffany Chen | Make-up & Hair: Evgenia | Stylists: Carla Davis and Amoureuse De Mode | Model: Natalia Bukley The Concrete Jungle #1 Top and Skirt: Atella | Necklace: Rendor and Steel | Hat: Totti hat | Bag: Kalamarie Handbags All…
The Urban Watch team has selected some amazing things for you to do, w/c 28th November – 4th December. Make sure you do not miss out! I have been talking about it for weeks,…
Last month at the London Specialty & Fine Food Fair, I had the chance to meet with a number of young start-up inventors who were humble enough to share their business ideas and what…
Celebrate Shakespeare at the National Theatre with a free app for iPad and iPhone – now available to download. 2016 seems to be the year of every British literary anniversary, including the 400th anniversary of William Shakespeare’s death. So it…
Whether you’re a New York native or a first time visitor, without denial— the MET is the museum to visit in NYC. Spanning two floors, The Metropolitan Museum of Art boasts well…
A mellifluous ping, your phone illuminates, it’s a match! Racking your brain, you can’t recall the reasoning behind swiping right to the generic profile picture of lads on tour (which one is he anyway?) It…
This week marks something that I have been waiting for ever since the Victoria line became 24 hours – the night tube on the Northern line. Rejoice! As it is the only…
If a tree falls in the woods, does it make a sound? If I drink a red velvet latte and don’t Instagram it, was there any point? In an aesthetically obsessed age,…
As the hot weather dwindles in New York City, the season of jackets, boots, and scarves begins. For club goers and night-crawlers, the cooler weather can make your favorite mini-dress unwearable for…
I am not really one for collecting idols, I am, all too often, attempting to get rid of some that are clinging on, but, today I concede. Betty Woodman is, in my…
So Many Missed Connections, so Little Time What is love in New York? With 8 million people in the city, you’ve got plenty of fish in the sea. Sure, dating in New…
What’s hot in London this week? Must visit bars, restaurants and gigs; best picks of museum exhibitions and events you should attend this week in London, w/c 14th November. Winter Wonderland It’s here!…
Lora Zombie is a force of nature. Her signature grunge aesthetic, bright colors and penchant for unicorns culminate in effervescent works that both delight and challenge contemporary perspectives of society and the…
Thousands of anti-Trump protesters marched from Union Square at 6 p.m. on Wednesday to Trump Tower and blocked off streets near the busy intersection of 57th Street and Fifth Avenue, chanting “New…
I stood with the crumpled up, stiff American flag clenched in my left hand. The rainbow button belting “LGBTQ For Hillary” pinned to my H&M puffer vest. I could feel the iPhone…
Itsy Bitsy Vintage, London’s foremost avant guarde lingerie brand, looks very much like it is whirring up for something. After a creative hiatus, mysterious and beautiful swatches are appearing on the Itsy…
What’s hot in London this week? Must visit bars, restaurants and gigs; best picks of museum exhibitions and events you should attend this week in London, w/c 7th November – 13th November. Lost…
Between 1843 and 1860, the art and society critic John Ruskin published several volumes of a series of writings entitled Modern Painters. This major bulk of writings is perhaps Ruskin’s most famous…
Extreme cocktailing is now the norm with mixologists hunting for the most unique vessels to up their cocktail game. Here we bring you the 20 most curious and bizarrely fantastic parties-in-a-glass in…
21st century New York gets a taste of 15th century Florence with these styles perfect for a romantic stroll in Central Park or a chilly November night out. Stylist: Ashley Tanay |…
It’s not only at fancy dress parties where we can dress up in our best throwback outfits. Some trends are incorporated into our outfits of the day (or night) without us even…
Poetry is one of the most ancient ways to express feelings. Written or performed, it’s an art form which conveys the most intimate and personal views on life and the world. We…
With the rise in infamy of artists like Banksy, street art is becoming increasingly legitimised by the mainstream art world. The launch this summer of a gallery dedicated to street art in…
Oxford Street Christmas lights, 6th November No street encompasses the Christmas spirit quite like Oxford Street; no doubt you’ll be spending many hours there fawning over the pretty decorations and getting those…
If Ryan Murphy and Brad Falchuk’s FX anthology series American Horror Story has proven anything to us over the course of its six seasons and counting, other than its knack for chameleonic…
As Hallowe’en draws near, our thoughts turn to pumpkin banners, fake blood and bunny ears. But for a more cultured celebration of the afterlife, a visit to one of London’s magnificent seven…
Since the 19th century, England’s historic underground railway system, built under famous landmarks and urban streets, has created a vast underworld beneath one of the world’s largest cities. Buried deep, with approximately…
“What I say is, a town isn’t a town without a bookstore. It may call itself a town, but unless it’s got a bookstore, it knows it’s not fooling a soul.” –…
“Real museums are places where Time is transformed into Space.” – Orhan Pamuk, the Museum of Innocence Museums are widely-known for their gothic architecture, hidden passages and creaky floorboards. With a sinister…
If you arrive in Camden Town by day, you will usually be attracted by the flashing and creative signs of the many shops. However, walk a little further and you will find…
Anyone can photograph New York City, but few can capture its true essence—the souls of people living here. These five photographers picked up the camera and turned it on people from all…
It seems that London is in the throes of a new cultural shift, we have entered the era of retrospect. It would take less than five minutes to find someone reminiscing and…
The olidtory dates back to 2011 when digital era was not yet at its exponential growth and “startups” was a word used only by a few entrepreneurs, Elon Musk and Richard Branson…
Londoners are involuntarily united by the tube. It gets us quickly and efficiently to wherever our busy lives take us, but just like our feelings on marmite – it’s a love-hate relationship.…
Gran Teatro La Fenice is one of the most important and famous Venice theatres. Its fame is not only due to the events, concerts and the famous musicians and directors who have…
At the tail end of NYFW, Esa (evolving sustainable apparel) hosted a party showcasing the spring previews of three talented eco-friendly designers. Esa is a NYC-based group founded by five women that focuses…
There are probably a million articles on what to wear in each big city in the world, and another thousand comes in every time another Fashion Week starts. While they are really…
The capital has restaurants in abundance and, if anything, Londoners are always spoilt for choice when looking for somewhere to eat. For us spice lovers however, we find ourselves asking the chef…
The London Review of Books, the Paris Review, the TLS and the New York Review of Books are familiar names for bookworms, the reading-obsessed and library-enthusiasts. Along the years, these literary magazines…
The Urban Watch talks with Ruta Gyvyte, founder of COMFESS, creative director of fashion-label Atella and the face behind fashion blog Amoureuse De Mode. Ruta shares with us her story on how…
New York Fashion Week has come and gone, bringing with it some standout shows—and some disappointments—from both newcomers and seasoned designers. The week kicked off on a resounding sour note after what…
The air is more chill, the wind blows stronger, the sun sets earlier. Let’s face it, summer is officially over. The 30 degrees of July are only a vague memory on our…
JackRabbit wants to be at the top of the food chain. Like so many young people in New York City, Patrick Alicki and Evan Solomon hustle every day– they’re full time students…
Gone are the days where the good galleries are limited to the confines of Chelsea. Rising rent and limited space has blue chip and independent galleries alike moving to the extremities of…
As spring semester of university drew to a close, I found myself bored with the idea of working all summer at a remedial job to save up for school. In an attempt…
“I love change. I want to push Versace forward, and capture the spirit of individuality and creativity in the men that I love.” So said fashion’s matriarch Donatella Versace before the SS17…
Recently, a bunch of online articles have been spreading the news about Kirsten Dunst’s supposed—and, if true, first— directorial project: a film adaptation of The Bell Jar. Plath’s only novel, it was inspired…
One of the draws of living in New York City is its plethora of dating options for LGBT people. I am an openly gay, 21 year-old, raised in Pittsburgh from a West…
Starting your own fashion brand might sound glamorous, but becoming a household name doesn’t just happen overnight. New designers looking to move to the big city need to know the ins and…
London Fashion Week may be over, but it has not been forgotten. Look back at the best street style looks to get inspiration for your Autumn closet.
New York Fashion Week may be over, but it is not yet forgotten. Many of the looks are suitable for the colder Fall weather as well. Let’s get inspiration from them street…
Straight-on isn’t always the best view. The backless trend is here to stay. Here are some of our favorite ways to style it for different occasions. #1 Mini White Dress for an…
Iris Apfel on the fashion mistakes older women should never make As the world enters its bi-annual hysteria around all things fashion, the focus (as usual) is on all things new. But…
I’m going to put my hands up and declare it. When it comes to Fashion Week, I think classic couture, tailoring, obscure space aged garments and overwhelming sensory overload. When it comes…
Forget open-heart surgery or fire-fighting, standing up on stage and trying to be funny is considered by most as the hardest profession on the planet. I suddenly became a figurehead of fearlessness…
What: South West Four Music Festival Where: Clapham London When: Last weekend of every August WIIFM: Music, Food, Themes, Markets I could feel his joy through his moves; his arms reached high…
2016 has been an exceptional year for celebrating and revisiting some of the best- and worst- moments and heroes of the past century. Diesel has taken the bold step of relaunching its…