Introducing Lindsay Nicholas New York, an empowering female RTW line, created out of necessity for power women, by none other than a power woman.
Nicholas, the designer, found a gap in the market for stylish pieces that were instantly put together and effortless to wear. Female executives and powerhouses’ closets craved comfort, while their lifestyles demanded convenience. Their careers dictate professionalism, but personalities insisted on creativity. Lindsay developed a priceless solution that could fit any career, any season and any woman who wants to wear confidence while she takes on the world, simultaneously paying attention to detail, cut and quality of fabric.
While having a career in marketing, Lindsay Nicholas traveled extensively and craved clothing that would take her from work-to-play, day-to-night, between coasts and hemispheres, all while offering effortless-cool style. Lindsay knew she wasn’t alone in requiring modern basics that live outside of the seasons to suit this global lifestyle. It was this, coupled with an obsession for fashion, which inspired her to begin Lindsay Nicholas New York.
Nicholas states, “I needed clothes that would take me from summer to winter by simply changing out a strappy sandal for a knee boot and adding a jacket to a sleeveless shell. I might also have work meetings all day, but also a weekend where I needed to stay over for the next week of work. I wanted clothes that were simple and created a palette for me to create super stylish outfits. I wanted to be that woman I would see in the airport lounge that just had it all going on. Incredible style that could go from the boardroom to being comfortable enough to travel in.
I created Lindsay Nicholas New York to address the wardrobe needs of the creative professional who, like me, insists on defining her own dress code.
We want to reinvigorate the definition of modern dress. Our pieces are meant to be loved and not thrown away at the end of the season. These are pieces that stay in your wardrobe year after year, and while the way you style them may change, the pieces themselves are timeless.”
Interestingly enough, Lindsay is also an image consultant, and purposely built the collection to be flattering and solve problems. Nicholas also has a team of mostly women at the company. Two of the signature pieces are The Perfect Dress, which comes in two lengths, so you can wear it right away. The other signature piece is the M.I.N.Y. Pants ™ shorts (MINY stands for Made in New York). They come in a Boxer Fit and a Trouser Fit (including a Skinny MINY, which is great for women with svelte thighs).
More about Lindsay Nicholas:
Lindsay Nicholas
Lindsay holds certificate degrees from Parsons School of Design in Fashion Design and the Fashion Institute of Technology in Image Consulting. Every piece she designs incorporates her understanding of quality fabrics, fit and construction. Lindsay is a former board member of the Association of Image Consultants International and also was the Executive Director of Marketing for The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands in Singapore, one of the top luxury malls in the world. Lindsay’s appreciation for luxury craftsmanship is evident in her designs.
Her clothes aren’t fast-fashion; they are timeless pieces you’ll covet for years to come.
Now living between NYC and Melbourne, with regular stops in Singapore, Boston and Sydney, Lindsay still embodies the global lifestyle and her perspective certainly impacts not just logistics, but also her eye for design and ability to anticipate what women may be missing in their closets. She has a team of mostly women who are experts in their field and an all-female production team in NYC who bring her designs to life, with insightful input from a seasoned fit model.
Officially made from a piece of metal of a “Soyuz” space launcher and from the fabric of a space suit “Sokol”, this Raketa “Space Launcher” watch brings you very close to the experience of flying to space.
Officially made from a piece of metal of a “Soyuz” space launcher and from the fabric of a space suit “Sokol”, this Raketa 24-hour watch brings you very close to the experience of flying to space.
All of the incredible achievements of Soviet/Russian cosmonauts over the past 60 years would not have been possible without the famous Soyuz space launcher. Thanks to its simplicity and reliability, this iconic space rocket has made over 1.700 flights since it was first engineered in the 1960s, and remains to this day by far the most frequently used space launcher in the world.
This watch is a tribute to this iconic space launcher.
Its bezel is made from a metal piece of the space launcher “Soyuz-2.1a” which took off on 14 October 2020 and made a record breaking 3 hour flight from the Baikonur launch pad to the ISS!
The cosmonauts Sergey Ryzhikov and Sergey Kud-Sverchkov, who were sent to space by this space launcher, actively participated in the design and production of this watch. They both insisted that the only crucial complication needed in space is a 24-hour movement to enable them to distinguish day from night in the ISS (where they have 16 sunrises and sunsets every 24 hours).
To bring you even closer to the experience of flying in the Soyuz rocket, the cosmonauts also suggested making the strap from the fabric of the famous Russian space suit “Sokol” that is worn by all cosmonauts flying in the Soyuz rocket. This space suit, made from a very robust white nylon canvas with royal blue trim, has all the features necessary to keep the cosmonaut alive at all times during the space flight in the Soyuz.
While you are still on Earth, you can wear the watch with a leather strap (this additional strap is offered with the watch). Both the “space suit” strap & leather strap have a « quick-change » system so that you can easily change them depending on where you are: training on Earth or flying to Space!
This watch is officially designed and produced in collaboration with the Russian Space Agency “Roscosmos”.
Each watch is delivered with a certificate of Roscosmos certifying the true origin of the rocket metal and the space suit fabric. The collaboration between Roscosmos and Raketa made perfect sense:
The brand “Raketa” (which means “space rocket” in Russian) was specially created in tribute to the first ever manned spaceflight by the Russian cosmonaut Yuri Gagarin in 1961. Since then, the Raketa Watch Factory accompanied every step of the space conquest by engineering watches for Soviet/Russian cosmonauts.
The Raketa mechanical movement was developed in the 60s and is well known for its simple & robust engineering construction: exactly like the “Soyuz” rocket launcher also developed in the 60s, which, thanks to its simplicity & reliability, has become the most used space rocket in the world.
See you in space!
Description of the watch
The Raketa “Space Launcher” model is limited to:
300 pieces with white dials; and
300 pieces with blue aventurine dials (reminding the sparkling stars in space).
It has the following features:
The bezel is made from a metal piece of the actual “Soyuz-2.1a” launcher that took off on 14 October 2020 and made a record breaking 3 hour flight from the Baikonur launch pad to the ISS! The full name of the space rocket (as well as the cardinal marks) is engraved in Russian on the bezel.
The strap (with a “quick change” system) is made from the real fabric of the famous Russian “Sokol” space suit that is worn by all cosmonauts/astronauts who fly on the Soyuz rocket.
The second hand is represented by the Earth revolving around its axis.
The seconds’ scale (printed on the sapphire glass)emphasises on the countdown to launch (last 10 seconds).
The movement is beautifully decorated with constellations printed on the bridges of the movement and a special coating on the rotor.
A few design elements discreetly pay tribute to the first manned space flight by Yuri Gagarin:
The design of the hour & minute hands replicates the hands on the control panel of Gagarin’s spacecraft.
On the model with a white dial, the countdown printed on the sapphire glass is followed by the word “Poyekhali!” (Let’s go!) that Gagarin pronounced as he flew off.
Each watch is delivered with:
a complimentary leather strap (with a “quick change” system),
a brochure providing more detailed information,
the official insignia of this space mission; and
a certificate of Roscosmos (certifying the true origin of the rocket metal and the space suit fabric).
Price of the watches
The Raketa “Space Launcher” is offered in 2 versions:
with a white dial: its price is 1.458 Euros (without VAT);
dark blue aventurine dial: its price is 1.542 Euros (without VAT)
For the comfort of customers, Raketa watches are delivered worldwide free of charge by DHL within 2 to 5 days.
Specifications of the Raketa “Space Launcher” watch:
Factory:
Raketa Watch Factory (Saint-Petersburg)
Movement:
Raketa
Calibre:
2624A
Functions:
Automatic with 24 hours
Number of jewels:
24
Testing positions:
4
Average rate (s/d):
-10+20
Average running time (h):
40
Frequency/hour:
18.000 / 2.5Hz
Bi-directional automatic winding:
Yes
Stopper of self-winding unit activated during manual winding:
Yes
Decoration:
Print
Case:
Material:
Stainless steel
Rotating bezel:
Metal piece of the “Soyuz-2.1a” launcher
Size:
43 mm
Front glass:
Sapphire
Back glass:
Mineral
Crown:
Screwed-in crown
Water resistance:
20 АТМ
Hands:
Superluminova
Dial:
Version 1: white dial (with Superluminova);Version 2: dark blue aventurine stone dial (with Superluminova)
Strap/bracelet:
Material:
Fabric from “Sokol” space suit Genuine leather (additional strap)
Width:
22 mm
Sex:
Man
French version
RAKETA ”SPACE LAUNCHER”
Une montre qui vous propulsera dans l’espace !
Faites l’expérience de voler dans l’espace
Fabriquée à partir d’un morceau de métal d’un lanceur spatial “Soyouz” et d’un morceau de tissu du scaphandre spatial “Sokol”, cette montre Raketa 24 heures vous permet d’accéder au plus près de l’expérience de voler dans l’espace.
Sans le célèbre lanceur spatial “Soyouz”, aucun des exploits incroyables des cosmonautes soviétiques/russes des 60 dernières années n’aurait été possible. Grâce à sa simplicité et à sa fiabilité, cette fusée spatiale emblématique a effectué plus de 1.700 vols depuis sa conception dans les années “60” et reste à ce jour et de loin le lanceur le plus utilisé dans le monde.
Cette montre rend hommage à ce lanceur spatial emblématique. Sa lunette est confectionnée à partir d’une pièce de métal provenant du lanceur spatial “Soyouz-2.1a” qui a décollé le 14 octobre 2020 et a effectué un vol record de 3 heures depuis la base de lancement de Baïkonour jusqu’à la station “ISS”.
Les cosmonautes Sergey Ryzhikov et Sergey Koud-Skvertchkov, qui ont été envoyés dans l’espace avec ce lanceur spatial, ont activement participé à la conception et à la production de cette montre. Ils ont tous deux insisté sur le fait que la seule complication nécessaire était un mouvement 24 heures permettant de distinguer le jour de la nuit dans l’ISS (où ils voient 16 levers et couchers du soleil par 24 heures).
Pour vous rapprocher le plus près possible de l’expérience d’un vol dans la fusée Soyouz, les cosmonautes ont également suggéré de fabriquer le bracelet à partir du tissu du célèbre scaphandre spatial russe “Sokol” que portent tous les cosmonautes empruntant le vaisseau Soyouz. Ce scaphandre, fait en toile de nylon blanc très robuste avec des garnitures bleu roi, possède toutes les caractéristiques nécessaires pour assurer la survie du cosmonaute à tout moment du vol spatial dans le vaisseau Soyouz.
Tant que vous êtes encore sur terre, vous pouvez porter cette montre avec un bracelet en cuir (ce bracelet supplémentaire est offert avec la montre). Le bracelet “spatial” et le bracelet en cuir sont tous deux munis d’un système “quick change” qui vous permet de facilement les changer en fonction de là où vous êtes : à l’entrainement sur terre ou volant vers l’espace !
Cette montre est officiellement conçue et produite en collaboration avec l’agence spatiale russe “Roscosmos”. Chaque montre est livrée avec un certificat de Roscosmos certifiant l’origine du métal de la fusée et du tissu de scaphandre spatial. La collaboration entre Roscosmos et Raketa allait de soi :
La marque Raketa (qui signifie “fusée spatiale” en russe) a été spécialement fondée en hommage au premier vol spatial habité du cosmonaute russe Youri Gagarine en 1961. Depuis, la Manufacture horlogère Raketa a accompagné chaque étape de la conquête de l’espace en concevant des montres pour les cosmonautes soviétiques/russes.
Le mouvement mécanique Raketa a été développé dans les années “60” et est réputé pour sa construction à la fois simple et robuste, exactement de la même façon que le lanceur “Soyouz” qui, également développé dans les années “60”, est devenu, grâce à sa simplicité et à sa fiabilité, le lanceur le plus utilisé dans le monde.
Rendez-vous dans l’espace !
Description de la montre
Le modèle Raketa “Space launcher” est limité à :
300 pièces avec cadrans blancs, et
300 pièces avec cadrans en aventurine bleue (rappelant les étoiles scintillant dans l’espace).
Il présente les caractéristiques suivantes:
La lunette est fabriquée à partir d’un morceau de métal original provenant du lanceur “Soyouz-2.1a” qui a décollé le 14 octobre 2020 et a effectué un vol record de 3 heures depuis la base de lancement de Baïkonour jusqu’à l’ISS! Le nom complet du vaisseau spatial (de même que les points cardinaux) est gravé en russe sur la lunette.
Le bracelet (muni d’un système “quick change”) est fabriqué à partir du tissu original provenant du scaphandre spatial russe “Sokol” porté par tous les cosmonautes/astronautes empruntant le vaisseau Soyouz.
La graduation des secondes (imprimée sur le verre en saphir) met l’accent sur le compte à rebours avant le lancement (10 dernières secondes).
Le mouvement est magnifiquement décoré de constellations imprimées sur les ponts et d’un revêtement spécial sur la masse oscillante.
Quelques éléments rendent discrètement hommage au premier vol spatial habité de Youri Gagarine :
Le design des aiguilles des heures et des minutes reproduit les aiguilles du tableau de bord du vaisseau spatial de Gagarine.
Sur le modèle à cadran blanc, le compte à rebours imprimé sur le verre en saphir est suivi du mot “Poyekhali !” (C’est parti !) que Gagarine a prononcé en décollant.
Chaque montre est livrée avec :
un second bracelet en cuir (muni d’un système “quick change”),
une brochure fournissant des informations plus détaillées,
l’insigne officiel de cette mission spatiale et
un certificat de Roscosmos (certifiant l’origine du métal de fusée et du tissu du scaphandre spatial).
La montre “Space Launch” est proposée en deux versions :
Avec un cadran blanc au prix de 1.458 Euros (hors TVA)
Avec cadran en aventurine bleu au prix de 1.542 Euros (hors TVA)
Pour le confort des clients, les montres Raketa sont livrées dans le monde entier gratuitement par DHL en 2 à 5 jours.
Spécifications de la montre Raketa “Space Launcher”:
Manufacture :
Manufacture de montres Raketa (Saint-Pétersbourg)
Mouvement :
Raketa
Calibre:
2624А
Fonctions :
Automatique avec 24 heures
Nombre de rubis :
24
Positions de réglages :
4
Marche moyenne (s/j) :
-10+20
Réserve de marche moyenne (h) :
40
Fréquence/heure :
18.000 / 2.5Hz
Remontage automatique bidirectionnel :
Oui
Système de débrayage du module automatique lors du remontage manuel:
Oui
Décoration :
Décalque/revêtement
Boitier :
Matériau :
Acier inoxydable
Lunette rotative
Métal provenant du lanceur spatial “Soyouz-2.1a”
Diamètre :
43 mm
Glace côté cadran :
Sapphire
Glace arrière :
Minéral
Couronne :
Couronne vissée
Etanchéité :
20 АТМ
Aiguilles :
Superluminova
Cadran :
Version 1 : cadran blanc white (avec Superluminova);Version 2 : cadran en aventurine bleu foncé (avec Superluminova)
Bracelet :
Matériau :
Tissu du scaphandre “Sokol”Cuir véritable (bracelet supplémentaire)
Building a business is one of the hardest things to do, especially when one is trying to build a business bigger than Victoria’s Secret, who owns 50 percent of the lingerie industry.
But, Catalina Girald, founder of Naja Lingerie is setting out to do just that.
Going for Soul Not Sex – changing the lingerie industry one pair at a time : Inside Naja Lingerie by Catalina Girald
Headquartered in Medellin, Colombia, with offices in San Francisco and New York, Catalina found a niche in the already dominated lingerie industry. Having worn Victoria’s Secret for most of her life it was when she became a professional that she started to see that the highly popular brand overly sexualized women. As a business woman, Catalina no longer felt comfortable wearing such lingerie and decided to design her own. “My aim is beyond making high-quality bras and panties. I want to create a lifestyle brand. I see it as the Athleta of what happens in your bedroom and bath.”
Her mission to create an alternative lingerie brand for women has a long journey ahead, but Catalina remains focused.
Seeing beyond the needs of women and staying in tune with the digital force of today’s society, Ms. Girald’s small yet powerful brand, Naja Lingerie is changing the game in more ways than one. With quotes printed inside each of the panties, designed to empower women and the brand going completely e commerce, Naja lingerie is for women who want to be radically different. Never forgetting the core of her mission, the company’s Underwear for Hope program donates a percentage of purchases to the Golondrinas Foundation in Medellin, where Girald was born. The foundation teaches impoverished women, skills such as sewing which allows them to support their families. They sew the wash-bags that come with each Naja purchase.
Each collection is inspired by the founder’s travels around the world.
From living with nomads in Mongolia to learning about the weaving process in Indonesia and living among the Hmong people in Vietnam, Catalina’s 18 month spiritual journey throughout Asia brought ideas and life to Naja lingerie. It wasn’t always that way for Catalina who was once at the top of her career as an attorney over at Skadden Arps, one of the most prestigious law firms in the country. Looking to create something greater, Catalina Girald started attending the acclaimed New York’s Fashion Institute of Technology–literally sneaking off to classes in between meetings at Skadden. Ultimately, she left Skadden to pursue her MBA at Stanford University where the Colombian born entrepreneur founded one of the first venture-funded fashion sites (MOXSIE) for independent designers which was later acquired.
Introducing Naja, the inventive online lingerie brand that speaks volumes
Naja, a digitally driven, forward-thinking innovator in the lingerie industry, has officially launched to rave reviews. Naja, billed as the “radically different, thoughtful lingerie brand for smart, courageous and sexy women”, was pioneered by Colombian-born CEO, Catalina Girald. No stranger to the fashion and technology industries, Catalina founded MOXSIE, one of the first venture-funded fashion sites for independent designers which was later sold to Fab.com. Naja is a breath of fresh air in an industry that hasn’t changed appreciably in decades. When asked about the direction of the new firm, Founder Catalina Girald answered, “We celebrate strong women. We’ve done away with fans blowing fake wind into our models’ hair, and old, dated lingerie designs. Our fresh designs, pricing and mission to empower women are challenging the industry, and we’re building the first billion-dollar online lingerie brand for the next generation woman.”
Today, women looking for fashionable bras under $80USD [$103CAD] have limited choices, including Victoria’s Secret.
However, a growing number of shoppers have expressed dissatisfaction with the mass retailer, citing a lack of innovative designs, low construction quality, and environmental impact amongst their concerns. Naja changes all of that. The company offers exclusive designs paired with the highest quality of fabrics, placing significant focus on structural changes and better product design. Features reserved almost exclusively for luxury lingerie, such as breathable memory foam cups and ultrasonic sealed straps, are now being brought to consumers at fair prices.
Naja uses Peruvian sourced Pima cotton for the softest feel and intelligent fabrics with odor and sweat wicking properties for real women with performance needs, all while remaining health and eco-conscious by using no phthalate materials and water based dyes.
The capsule collection, inspired by Tattoos and Japanese Shunga, consists of a basic line and three groups including “The Secret Lives of Sparrows”, “One Night in Cashmere”, and “Miyoko Loves a Dragon”. The collection is characterized by innovative and surprising prints on the interior of all the bra cups, so that every woman can carry her own little secret. All of the fabrics are exclusively designed for Naja by a local San Francisco Tattoo artist and are individually hand printed making each piece slightly unique. In keeping with Catalina’s vision of making great design accessible, the collection is fairly priced with bras ranging from $45USD to $70USD [$56CAD to $90CAD] and panties ranging from $12USD to $22USD [$15CAD to $28CAD].
Perhaps the most interesting thing about Naja is the company’s dedication to changing women’s lives.
Through Naja’s Underwear for Hope program, the company donates a percentage of profits to training women in the poorest and most violent areas of the world to sew. Naja then employs them so that they can help themselves and their children. With each purchase of Naja, consumers can feel good knowing that they are contributing to changing a woman’s life. To learn more about the company’s lingerie, social mission or what sets Naja apart from others in the industry, visit http://www.Naja.co .
What once was a successful pairing between Johnny Depp and Amber Heard has changed course and their dirty laundry is playing out in real time all over the world. Whether real or as a way to get each back into the limelight and boost their careers, the court case has proven to be entertainment on a level that has at times even had the judge laughing. One thing unfolding is that Amber appears to have her heart set on acquiring one, if not all, of Johnny’s fabulous L.A. penthouses.
What’s so desirable about them? Find out more via this article sent along to us from our friends at toptenrealestatedeals.
Known for being a somewhat dark, idiosyncratic actor, Depp has followed his own instincts in his choice of parts since his first role in Nightmare on Elm Street in 1984.
A Florida high school dropout at age 15, he played in several garage bands and married early. When he and his new wife took a trip to Los Angeles, in a stroke of good luck he happened to meet Nicolas Cage who suggested he go into acting. This led to his first film role in 1984’s Nightmare on Elm Street and quick successes in Edward Scissorhands, Sleepy Hollow and the Pirates of the Caribbean series. He then moved on to more serious parts portraying drug and gangster criminals in Blow, Public Enemies and Black Mass.
Widely considered one of Hollywood’s best actors and box office stars with Golden Globe and Screen Actors’ Guild Awards, Depp has made headlines from his movies, love life and his interesting real estate holdings, which include an island in the Bahamas. At various times engaged to Sherilyn Fenn, Jennifer Grey, Winona Ryder and Kate Moss, Depp had a long relationship with French singer-actress Vanessa Paradis. During his Paradis years, he purchased an entire French village which was recently on the market at $55.5 million usd. After he split with Vanessa, he married Amber Heard in 2015, but divorced just one year later. Listed after the $7 million usd divorce settlement with Heard is Depp’s unique collection of penthouses in downtown Los Angeles.
Depp acquired the five multi-storied, side-by-side penthouse units over a period of years after the building had been refurbished in 2007.
Decorated in his unique style, he never joined the units, but instead lived in them as though going from room to room, or lent to relatives to use.
Whether or not it was a conscious real estate business decision or a happy fluke, it means that the collection of units can be resold as a whole or individually. The group includes five condo units: four two-bedrooms and a one-bedroom, totaling approximately 11,500 square feet.
The 13-story Eastern Columbia Building was designed by Claud Beelman in 1930, considered to be one of the city’s best examples of Art Deco architecture still standing.
Johnny Depp’s collection of five penthouses in the famous Los Angeles Eastern Columbia building were available in 2016 as a group for $12.78 million USD; they are not currently on the market. For the Silo, Genelle Brown.
Photos: James Lang, Berlyn Photography for Partners Trust (now Compass) Video Credit: Sean Evans, @evvo1991
The author’s sister utilizes her mullet dress by “showing off a little leg-party in the front, and keepin’ them guessing with a little train-business in the back.” photo: H. Richards
“Business in the front, party in the back.”
We’ve all heard the mullet mantra. However, I’m pretty sure mullets were only cool for a short period in the 80’s, and that was still only true if you were in a rock or heavy metal garage band. Once the mullets-are-acceptable-period passed, they were never a socially acceptable hairstyle again.
For whatever reason, over the past few years the fashion gods have decided to bring back the mullet, only this time, in a way-cool form. Yep, I’m talking about the mullet shirt, skirt and dress. Instead of a poor choice hairdo, the mullet can now be worn as an article of clothing. And in further ‘good’ news, “mullet wear” is surprisingly figure flattering for all body types, since it can be worn in such a variety of forms.
1973 early mullets for Linda and Paul McCartney in this Japanese TV special.
Mullet shirts are typically bo-ho style, sometimes with a flowy batwing sleeve, and give you a comfortable look that pairs perfectly with a mid-rise or high-rise pant (which are also coming back in style in every colour known to the human race).
You can also find mullet shirts that are more tailored with a collar, or in the form of a sweater that is longer in the front, and both are work-appropriate looks. Just remember, if you are wearing a loose-fitting top, make sure your bottoms fit well in a straight leg or skinny leg style.
For the younger crowd looking for some extra summer-loving fun, you can also take advantage of mullet crop tops by covering most of your belly with a high-waisted pant, skirt or shorts, and let just a hint of your midriff show, this way you can wear crop tops without showing your whole stomach and saving yourself from potentially looking trashy, like the aforementioned hairstyle. Or, if you’re out on the beach with friends and simply want to make a poutine run, go ahead and rock the crop top however you like. You will find yourself feeling vivaciously vintage, ready for a beach day, relaxing on the weekend or for a fun night out, depending on your choice of footwear and accessories.
But the mullet fun doesn’t stop there!
You will also be seeing skirts and dresses that attest to the mullet mantra, only reversed: Show off a little leg-party in the front, and keep them guessing with a little train-business in the back. Mullet skirts and dresses will give your outfit a unique, fashion-forward twist, and allow for a little behind modesty, yet are still playful and fun. The potential styles are endless, from maxi-mullet dresses for a beachy vay-cay, as well as high-waisted skirts that you can tuck a fitted shirt into and be ready for work. All of these styles will be available to you in a rainbow of bright colors, pastels, floral, and graphic prints. As fashion expert, Carson Kressley says, “If you look like a bag of Skittles, you’re doing it right.”
The moral of this story is, fashion repeats itself, trends come and go, and come back again.
The best part of the cycle is when a style comes back in a new, more polished form. Mullet madness is indeed back again, and you can leave the scissors behind. For the Silo, Hannah Richards.
This post is dedicated to geeks who want to let their passions shine through their decor.
The graphic below gives cool examples of accessories that you can introduce into your home to give people an idea of the geekier side of your life. Some are subtle, like the equation bookshelf, while others are more in your face, such as the giant rubrics cube coffee tables. What all of these share is how they have incorporated elements considered to be ‘geeky’ into stylish decor. A personal favourite is the wall that has apparently been repaired by Lego bricks. We assume that this isn’t actually the case, but if we were buying a property with that in we’d certainly want a thorough survey done.
Whatever style of decoration you prefer, if you’re looking to add something a little fun and a tad geeky to your home then this piece will help give you some great ideas. Friends of the Silo, Terry’s Fabrics.
Do you have trouble using your smart device in the cold?
Here’s some good news for you- we’ve improved our knitted touchscreen gloves, raising the bar again with the introduction of the Single Layered and Double Layered Touchscreen Gloves. Featuring an updated nanotechnology design that includes a leather wrist strap, leather cuff boards, upgraded material for increased durability and maximized grip and a magnetic snap closure ensuring strong holding power while reducing tension on the strap during opening / closing. Here’s the story behind these innovative gloves-
There’s a new kid on the block, a brand new addition to Mujjo’s highly appraised line of Leather Touchscreen Gloves. Fitted with a fold-over closure and marked with the brand’s familiar slant line, the new Leather Touchscreen Gloves are a bold statement with an iconic look.
Crafted with poise and quality
Designed by Remy Nagelmaeker (Co-founder) with subtleness in mind, the new gloves were formed according to Mujjo’s signature aesthetics. Crafted with poise and quality, the gloves present characteristics of masculinity with carefully considered materials. The matte finishing of the leather allows for a well-balanced iconic look in uniform dark tones along with a few areas of contrast intensifying the low-key design.These gloves are equipped with a magnetic snap closure, ensuring strong holding power while reducing tension on the strap during opening / closing.
Powered by nanotechnology
Powered by state of the art nanotechnology, which mimics the conductive properties of the human skin, Mujjo’s touchscreen gloves offer an unrestricted touchscreen experience and enable the user to utilize all fingers and even the palm of their hand.
To make the gloves compatible with touchscreen, nanotechnology is infused into premium Ethiopian lambskin known for offering the best isolation properties of any kind of leather. The technology functions independently from the human skin which enables us to fully insulate the gloves with a soft and warm cashmere lining.
A great gift for someone
There’s no doubt our product would make for a great gift for someone, which is why we’ve put serious effort into designing the gift box. It is important to us that the high-quality of these leather gloves radiates through the packaging. The gift box package embodies the low-key personality of the gloves, delicate yet striking. Made with attention to detail, the materials are of uniform dark tones and contrasting textures.
The Story
Mujjo pioneered unrestricted touchscreen gloves and has continued to improve and evolve on all aspects of the designs ever since. For the Silo, Jarrod Barker.
MIAMI, FLA – Diamond NFTs are forever, and Addison Taylor Fine Jewelry have several Diamonds with their NFT digital images with the amazing 18 Million Dollar Trinity Collection.
The entire Trinity Collection of unique diamond jewelry pieces will be auctioned by ViciNFT and also bidding online. Plus two additional diamond NFTs.
The Trinity Collection
The Trinity Collection symbolizes the Ceremony of Peace. This collection features the Rare Chameleon Diamond Necklace, the Exquisite Fancy Diamond Ring, and the Elegant Heart Shaped Diamond.
1. Rare Chameleon Diamond and Necklace
The Trinity Collection Chameleon Diamond and Necklace is a one-of-a-kind masterpiece. The Chameleon Diamond, one of the rarest diamonds in the world, is a G.I.A. certified natural 8.50 carat Pear-Modified Brilliant cut VVS1 diamond. The Chameleon is the focal point of this masterpiece.
The necklace features fifty-nine G.I.A certified natural fancy-colored diamonds, a total weight of 30.99 carats, and is accented with one thousand and seventy-one ideal round brilliant cut diamonds, a total weight of 5.58 carats, and is further accented by seventy vivid yellow ideal cut round brilliant diamonds, a total weight of 0.33 carats. The necklace, designed by Scott Berger, was hand fabricated in 18k white gold. This masterpiece, which took three and a half years to complete, contains a combined diamond weight of 45.40 carats, and can never be recreated.
2. Exquisite Fancy Diamond Ring
The Trinity Collection Ring features a 15.36 carat G.I.A. certified Cushion Modified Brilliant Cut Natural Fancy Light Gray-Greenish Yellow VVS2 Diamond. This is a one-of-a-kind diamond ring. The ring, handmade by a master jeweler in platinum and 22k green gold, features two half-moon cut diamonds on each side that are D in color, VS1 in clarity, a total weight of 1.24 carats.
This ring is accented with fourteen ideal cut round brilliant diamonds that are E in color, VS1 in clarity, a total weight of 0.92 carats. The overall diamond weight is 17.52 carats. This masterpiece, inspired by the Art Deco Era, took seven months to complete.
3. Elegant Heart Shaped Diamond
The Trinity Collection Heart Shape Diamond is a G.I.A. certified 40.02 carat Heart Modified Brilliant Cut Natural Fancy Deep Brownish Yellow VS1 Diamond. This perfectly cut, one-of-a-kind diamond, can be a stand-alone jewel, or the centerpiece of a tiara, necklace, or any other masterpiece.
The NFT of the Trinity collection incorporates the certificate of authenticity and presents indisputable proof of ownership. The NFT changes hands together with the jewelry, and thus helps maintain an unbroken record of the Trinity collection provenance.
Diamond Dolphin Pendant and its Authentication NFT
The Pave’ Diamond Dolphin Pendant features (578) white and (3) black round brilliant cut diamonds, a total weight of 5.64 carats. The buyer receives the Dolphin Diamond Pendant and the NFT that authenticates its provenance. According to the standards of the “Dolphin Leadership,” this handcrafted, custom designed Dolphin piece was approved per their scale after spending one and a half years of research in concert with the leading Veterinarians of Sea World, and in Hawaii, to ensure this piece was anatomically correct. This dolphin diamond pendant is a one-of-a kind.
Fancy Yellow Diamond Ring and its Authentication NFT
The ring, exclusively designed for NFT BZL in Miami, consists of a fancy yellow G.I.A. certified 11.91 carat radiant cut diamond. The buyer receives the Fancy Yellow Diamond ring and the NFT that authenticates its provenance.
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The rise of digital NFT diamonds is justified: Rapper Lil Pump and his limited NFT necklace.
Drawing inspiration from the blissful beaches of her childhood in the South of France & the invigorating energy of the modern urban architecture surrounding her for the last two decades, she creates jewels that are timeless, romantic yet edgy, and playfully convertible.
Confetti Lune bracelet- 14 K gold, hand made and exquisite.
Delphine’s collection is centered around the many uses of her Boheme Clickers, her versatile modular charm holders that can be used in many combinations, making her jewels as unique as the wearer. She favors empowering and protective symbols paired with carefully and responsibly selected gems to create uplifting & colorful jewelry. She dreams up her pieces as powerful talismans and modern heirlooms to be cherished for generations.
Confetti Lune bleu chain and sequin.
Delphine uses recycled fine metals whenever possible, primarily 14 & 18k gold, working to source her gems ethically and satisfy a craving for a kind of luxury that is respectful of the magnificent resources of our planet. She believes that mindful and edgy luxury is possible and aims to create sparkly sculptures that can adorn your body and help elevate your soul.
An avid and classically trained dancer, she also has a natural affinity with numbers that first led her to Business School.
She originally moved to NYC to pursue an MBA in Corporate finance, a field where she had a successful career for more than a decade. In search of a new creative outlet, she fell in love with jewelry making after taking classes at the 92nd street Y in Manhattan. She first trained in metalsmithing, enameling, and chain making, but really found her medium once she started learning wax carving, as it better suited her love of volumes and sculptural shapes. She has not stopped hand-sculpting jewelry since, and happily left behind the drab world of corporate finance for the sparkly one of jewelry when she started her fine jewelry line in the summer of 2011.
Delphine Laymarie.
This year marks the 10 year anniversary of Delphine Leymarie Fine Jewelry and a Fairmined gold capsule collection is in the works to mark the milestone and reaffirm Delphine’s commitment to responsible jewelry crafting. For the Silo, Olga Gonzalez.
Featured image: Confetti Lune Bracelet Onyx Inlay 14K Gold.
Once upon a time, getting a nose job was a rite of passage.
These days, however, most prospective patients are concerned about the safety of this procedure. Even if you could afford it, should you still consider a nose job for purely cosmetic reasons?
The Simple Answer is That it Depends.
The safety of nose jobs, which are medically called rhinoplasty surgeries, relies on several different factors, such as your age and health. Read below to learn about whether you could safety undergo a cosmetic nose job procedure:
You Should Be Health Physically and Emotionally
Doctors no longer perform nose jobs on people who may want to procedure because of mental health issues. You can only undergo a nose job surgery only if you are in good health overall. That means the doctor will quiz you to find out whether you are emotionally ready for it. You will also have to undergo a regular health check-up that indicates whether your body can handle an invasive procedure.
Success of the Procedure Depends On the Skill of the Surgeons
Yes, nose jobs can go wrong. Sometimes, this procedure can actually cause deformities in an otherwise perfectly functional nose. That’s why how well your nose job turns out depends largely on the skill of the doctors performing the procedure. If you consider it, do research the highly skilled cosmetic surgeons in Edmonton and Calgary before going under the knife. Go to a responsible doctor who will do a proper health check-up and soberly inform you of the risks. Avoid the doctors who push for the procedure and don’t adequately answer your questions about the risk.
Nose Jobs Are Not For Smokers
If you smoke or vape, then it is not safe for you to undergo this procedure. Doctors warn that habits like smoking can damage the tissue lining your respiratory tract. So following the procedure, healing can take a long time. In smokers, nose jobs carry a higher risk of tissue damage, so responsible doctors don’t perform the procedure. Keep in mind that smoking here isn’t restricted to smoking tobacco cigarettes. If you smoke marijuana or vape, the risk might remain similarly high for you as well.
There’s a Non-Invasive Procedure Available Too
The traditional nose job is an invasive surgery much like any other, which is why your existing health condition is so important for the recovery phrase. If for some reason you are ineligible for an invasive nose job, there’s a non-invasive version of the procedure you can consider. Called a “liquid nose job” colloquially, this procedure involves injecting hyaluronic acid filler into your nasal cartilage. The results can be as dramatic as the real thing. However, doctors warn than even liquid nose jobs have their risks. Therefore, you should always choose a highly qualified medical professional to do the job.
A nose job can be an option if you want to make your natural nose look a certain way. However, there are if things to check before you opt in for one of these procedures. First, make sure you are healthy enough to undergo invasive surgery. Discuss risks of the procedure and alternatives with a qualified doctor first. Last but not least, make sure you are emotionally ready for the procedure and aren’t doing it because of mental health issues.
Konstantinos Leoussis debuts mythological creatures in custom jewelry, with the Teras Collection.
Teras Collection’s Medusa, Minos, and Harpy rings.
New York, NY. Mythology has influenced art for centuries, especially in Ancient Greece and Rome. Animals and symbols have been used to create powerful messages in fine art and sculpture, as well as within wearable works, such as jewelry. Konstantinos I. Leoussis reintroduces ancient creatures into modern forms. With designs displaying a passion for history and tradition, the new Teras Collection plays on a love for mythology and monsters.
Konstantinos I. Leoussis, Founder and Designer of KIL N.Y.C., says, “I created Teras to bring imaginary creatures into our world. Each scale is lovingly hand carved, and precious stones are meticulously selected to bring the Minotaur, The Chimera, and The Argus from the pages of old times and into the world of modern jewelry. Our pieces are designed for world-explorers, history lovers, and those who would like to add a bit of eccentricity to their jewelry box.”
Stories of ancient Greek gods and monsters were designed not only to entertain, but to educate.
Dating back thousands of years, mythology helps the modern reader reflect on past civilizations through stories, and oftentimes parallels to modern society continue to be drawn. The Minotaur, part man and part bull, has been hand carved into a Minos ring and pendant, which feature the head of a bull, with horns to embody the strength and dominance of both the Minotaur and its wearer. The Argus, God of Surveillance, was a giant known for having eyes all over his body, to watch and protect those around him. Vibrant and mystical, the KIL N.Y.C. Argus medallion, cuff, and studs display those same eyes, resembling a guardian and protector.
Visiting the darker side, both the Chimera and Medusa were considered monsters in mythology.
A fire-breathing female creature, The Chimera has the head of a lion, body of a goat, and tail of a serpent. KIL N.Y.C. designed the Chimera hoops earrings, cuff, and ring to embody the spirit of the dauntless creature, with its intricate design and flashy serpent tail. Additionally, the ring and cuff have matte and mirror finishes available upon request to enhance the look. In addition, Medusa, traditionally a monster from Greek mythology, has become a symbol of modern feminism—a femme fatale who rages against the stigmatization of female sexuality. Medusa has the face of a women, and poisonous snakes for hair, a signature look inspiring both the Medusa ring and pendant. Each displays her infamous head into art jewelry, the perfect gift for a modern feminist.
Harpy and Chimera Cuff by KIL N.Y.C. Photography by Little Wolf Creative.
KIL N.Y.C.’s beautiful Harpy pendant, cuff, and ring capture the half human, half bird features of the mystical creature from classical mythology. Her wings are displayed to assert strength and the ability to fly, symbolizing the spirit of the wind.
Lernian Pendant, by KIL N.Y.C. Photography by Little Wolf Creative.
The Lernian Pendant depicts the ferocious and immortal serpentine water creature. Displaying its monstrous multiple heads, the pendant imbues unwavering strength and power for the wearer. KIL N.Y.C.’s Arrows of Hercules pendant promotes healing; the arrows were gifts from Apollo, used in many feats. Lastly, the Teras Collection’s Scaly Serpent Hook is a gorgeous depiction of a serpent, formed into a shaped hook— the snake as a symbol of a guardian spirit.
Each KIL N.Y.C. piece is made to order, allowing customers to choose their desired metal and options for gemstone accents.
Available reclaimed and recycled precious metal options include sterling silver, 14K and 18K gold. From design to fabrication, each piece is made in NYC, with all polishing and shipping done locally. To reduce waste, KIL NYC uses recycled paper materials for shipping, and is carbon negative.
Arrows of Hercules pendant.
To contact KIL N.Y.C, email Sales and Operations Director, India Mankes-Falcon, at [email protected], or call/text 718-909-6429. For the Silo, Olga Gonzalez.
Featured image- Harpy, Medusa and Minos Rings, by KIL N.Y.C. Image courtesy of KIL N.Y.C. Photography by Little Wolf Creative.
About KIL N.Y.C.
Inspired by a life of travel and antiquities, jeweler, Konstantinos Leoussis created KIL N.Y.C. in 2018, to showcase his love of old-world techniques and motifs. KIL N.Y.C. puts an edgy and modern spin on sentimental jewelry, creating styles that are both easily wearable and instant heirlooms.
Summer is almost here and so is the time for everyone’s favorite footwear: flip-flops. Let me introduce you to the world’s first flip flop that turns a summer stroll into a unique beach experience. How? Zakistar flip-flops have beach pebbles attached the sole so you can take the beach with you wherever you go.
There are benefits to walking on pebbles. See supplemental section below. Image: emargo.com
We love walks along sandy beaches and we’re positive you do too. The pebbles on Zakistar flip-flops increase the blood circulation in your feet and are therefore very beneficial for your wellbeing. The massage effect with every step also helps reduce the strain of stress in your everyday life.
You do not have to give up style to get maximum comfort. Zakistars are designed to grab attention. They are simple and elegant and go well with everything. Wear them to work, beach or your next shopping trip.
What are they made of?
Quality was our first priority at Zakistar, and we only use the best quality materials. The Vibram sole is used by many outdoor sport footwear brands because it does not slip on any surface. The straps are genuine leather which offers support and durability.
Kickstarter, we’re coming!
Every Zakistar flip-flop is a unique piece. They are hand made with love and care. To keep the quality at its best, we require molds and special tools for the production of our flip-flops. This is why we have decided to apply for a Kickstarter campaign. Kickstarter is an internet platform for collecting funds for innovative ideas. If our campaign is as successful as we hope, it will give us a chance to expand our production and bring new ideas to life as well.
Health in your feet.
We all know that walking barefoot is the healthiest option. There are countless pressure points and nerve endings on the soles of our feet and by pressing on those correctly, you can benefit from reflexology. This is something that is already integrated into the Zakistar flip flops.
Who is the face behind Zakistar?
A young ambitious Aljaž Pazlar from Bled is a man of many original ideas, and Zakistar is only one of them. More than 20 people have joined in and helped him with this project. Their aim is to improve our everyday life with pure and simple means.
Origin of the idea.
Aljaž spent some of his free time walking along the shorelines of the Sava river, contemplating about his ideas. After he paid a visit to one of our greatest inventors Peter Florjančič, the seed was planted and it grew into an amazing idea which has now become a reality. For the Silo, Lojze Žust.
Spring has sprung! These eye-popping colors from Behno are exactly what your outfit needs this season. Their unique silhouettes and vibrant colorways are sure to leave a lasting impression.
VIEW LOOKBOOK HERE New York–based clothing and handbag label behno was born from a desire to improve the way the fashion industry approaches manufacturing. Shivam Punjya, its founder and creative director, established the company to champion both top-tier craftsmanship and India’s garment workers—the majority of whom are women and can make less than a dollar a day.
To that end, the brand laid out its philosophy in “The behno Standard,” a set of six operating tenets dedicated to advancing the livelihood of its artisans.
At its factories, each female colleague is addressed by the surname behn (“sister” in Hindi), symbolizing the sisterhood of empowered employees the brand strives to create. behno’s aesthetic is one of pared-down elegance: Strong silhouettes, elegant lines, and purist forms highlight each carefully made object. From slick handbags to standout separates, each piece is at once beautiful and timeless.
Luxury silks, made for free spirits with adventure on the mind
Designing clothes for the nomad at heart, sensual and fashionable; FARA chooses handcrafted fabrics and a conscious cut – tapping into our spirit of adventure and exploration. Made for floating along a sun setting beach, dancing like nobody’s watching or venturing far and wide, The vibrant, joyful, expressive part of us that emerges on holiday, when we give ourselves space to relax and simply be. A place to lose and find ourselves, to feel creative, strong, wild and free.
Our friends at Aranyani, the luxury handbag brand from India, are debuting their stunning SS2021 ‘Fluidity Collection’.
Founder’s Inspiration
Aranyani founder and creative director, Haresh Mirpuri, was inspired by the paradoxical experiences that we all lived through this past year, when creating Aranyani’s new collection. “Fluidity to me implies a state of continuous allowance. In the past year we all have had to be open to fluidity in order to live our lives,” says Haresh of his inspiration behind the collection.
Haresh Mirpuri,
Vibrant Colors
Aranyani depicts this balance through two vibrant new colors which are featured in this collection. The blue hue reflects the tranquil or meditative state, while the orange reflects the living creativity that surrounds us all.
evening clutch in black is $1,050 usd.
2020 presented everyone with unforeseen challenges on a global scale.
While there was loss and heartache, there was also the opportunity for reflection, reinvention and ultimately for renewal. Aranyani founder and creative director, Haresh Mirpuri, was inspired by the paradoxical experiences that we all experienced over the last year, when creating Aranyani’s new collection.
“Fluidity is by definition a dichotomy. It can mean to flow easily or the state of being unsettled. We have experienced both throughout the last year. This is why fluidity was the inspiration for the collection. Through the imposed tranquility of quarantine, being unsettled in our daily routine, and subtle bursts of inspiration and creativity, we have all been brought together,” says Haresh of the collection.
Minitop handle in white Combo $1,120 usd.
In addition to Aranyani’s existing collections, the Kesuda, named for the exotic flower, and the Stone Drops, named for the semi-precious stones that are used in detailing, Fluidity will introduce the Fragrant Trails Collection. This collection combines ancient gold leafing techniques to create a motif that is inspired by one of the most well-known flowers in India, often used for worship. The gold leaf painting is an ancient Indian craft that has been introduced as an art in luxury leather bags for the first time, and has been mastered by Aranyani’s craftsmen and women in their atelier.
Mini Top Handle in Dusty Pink Taupe Combo $1,250 usd.
India’s natural beauty is handcrafted into each Aranyani bag.
“Artistry and craftsmanship provide a foundation for all we do. The beauty of India is the inspiration for all Aranyani bags. Using stones, embroidery or hand painting, our artists imbue each bag with its own exquisite piece of India,” says Haresh.
The Fluidity Story is available for purchase at www.aranyani.com
Montauk, New York was celebrating its biggest estate sale ever after the closing on the 5.7-acre beachfront estate at $50 million USD that pop artist Andy Warhol bought in 1972 for $225,000 USD.
The most recent owner of the compound was CEO of J. Crew, Mickey Drexler, who bought it in 2007 for $27 million USD. He listed it in 2015 for $85 millionUSD that included a 24-acre horse farm and equine center, which the buyer, Adam Lindemann, opted out of the purchase. Lindemann is the founder of the Venus Over Manhattan Gallery and a major collector of Warhol’s works making the property’s history especially significant for him.
Warhol’s first gig out of art school was as a fashion illustrator for several of the top women’s magazines. With the money acquired from his illustrations, he purchased a large loft on New York’s West Side and opened the Factory, where he turned toward creating industrial art. It wasn’t long before the Factory and Andy were attracting like-minded modernists from hippies to wannabe journalists and actors to drag queens and drug addicts. It was the start of New York’s avant-garde scene where Warhol held court. In addition to his painting, he branched out into music, film and journalism where he met Paul Morrissey who became the director of some of Warhol’s early films.
In 1972 when Warhol’s popularity and success were peaking, he and Morrissey decided to invest in property in the Hamptons and purchased the family fishing camp of the Church family of Arm & Hammer Baking Soda fame. The estate includes a 3,800-square-foot main house and five cottages completely hidden from public view with wide beaches and ocean views. Totaling almost 15,000 square feet with nine bedrooms and twelve baths, Drexler had it all meticulously restored by architect Thierry Despont.
Warhol’s stream of celebrity guests and renters put Montauk on the international map. Frequent guests included Liza Minnelli, Liz Taylor, John Lennon, Mick Jagger, Jackie Kennedy and Lee Radziwill. The parties were legendary and stories of happy days idled away on the Hamptons’ beach are recounted in many celebrity biographies.
Even though the Warhol home sale set a record at $50 million USD, his most famous paintings such as “Eight Elvises” and “Silver Car Crash” have sold for $100 million USD and higher. The listing agent was Paul Brennan of Douglas Elliman Real Estate in Montauk, New York. Visit here for more information.
Supplemental– David Bowie as Andy Warhol in Basquiat
Aranyani has been impressing Western shoppers, fashionistas and savvy consumers since day one. They are founded on the classic atelier concept which originated not in Europe as many believe, but in India with the Kirana; a small, family run shop that served the community. The Kirana concept was embraced in Europe and inspired some of the fashion houses to create their own ateliers.
Standing By Their Products
Aranyani is one of the first companies in India to not only offer the highest quality artisanal products, but also one of the first to ensure that their products are ethically sourced and manufactured. The Western assumption that products from the East have compromised principles is put to rest: for starters, this company offers international free shipping and returns and are clearly committed to standing behind their products.
Aranyani artisan at work.
Standing By Their Community
Another way they are raising the bar is with the launch of the Aranyani Educational and Vocational Trust. The trust’s purpose is two-fold; to help Aranyani employees educate their children from primary through secondary school, as well as to help other children in the Bangalore neighborhood of the factory, secure funding for their public school education.
Education For Local Children
“Education should be a right not a privilege for every child. There is nothing more important to us than ensuring that the children in our community get a proper education,” says Haresh Mirpuri Founder of the Aranyani Educational and Vocational Trust.
Over the first two years, the Aranyani Education and Vocation Trust‘s funding will be fully funded by Aranyani. From September 2020 onward, 1% of the sales of the company will be contributed to the trust. During this first year, eight children of employees will be receiving funds for their public education. The goal for the second year is to fund the education for 14 of the employees’ children.
The founders are Mr. Haresh Mirpuri, Mrs. Dimple Mirpuri, Mr. Somshekhar Mirpuri, Ms. Pooja Sharma and Mr. Prashant Nair. The trust is founded in accordance with the SAI values that form the foundation of Aranyani. These values recognize service, awareness and inclusivity throughout the community.
Featured Designer Brian Swift used PAOM to print fabric for his latest collection inspired by the Technological Singularity: a theoretical time in which human consciousness and Artificial Intelligence merge and become a new, unrecognizable species.
Brian collaborated with a machine learning algorithm to imbibe his photographs with a psychedelic quality. These computer generated compositions were then printed onto fabric and used throughout his latest collection.
Break ups aren’t so bad when you treat yourself to a nice pair of diamond earrings.
There’s a reason Neil Sedaka’s “Breaking Up is Hard to Do” became a pop classic – because it’s true! But breakups can also be a time to reflect and embark on a new chapter in your life, says Jay Ryan.
“Many people have been through a romantic heartbreak, which can be among life’s biggest challenges. But being single after a committed relationship can also be a good time to rejuvenate yourself,” says Ryan, co-founder of www.breakupgems.com, an online retailer specializing in breakup and divorce jewelry that “celebrates new beginnings.”
“We cater to the growing number of people looking for meaningful ways to bring closure to their past and move forward with confidence,” he says.
For those who’ve recently experienced a split, or are about to (December holidays is the time of the year most long term relationship break ups occur.) Ryan shares several ways to turn your breakup into a makeover — a “breakover.”
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• Empower yourself with the gift of health. It’s almost a cliché that ‘exes’ lose weight after splitting up; some lose their appetite due to melancholy and some are motivated to look and feel better with exercise and dieting. Don’t punish yourself with spartan regimens, Ryan advises. Eat nutritious foods and train sensibly.
• Treat yourself to a new wardrobe. Clothing can be the bearers of painful reminders, like the sweater he or she got you last year. Consider freshening up your style with new clothes – hey, you’ll probably need them anyway with all that exercise. A new wardrobe can serve as a healthy reminder of the new you.
• Be proactive with your reading. There are many genres of self-help literature, from spiritual to academic. But don’t limit yourself to nonfiction; classic literature not only gives you a great education, it also helps readers increase empathy and better understand emotional complexity.
• Consider a healthy reminder of the new you. It’s a tradition in our society to commemorate a romantic union or celebration with jewelry. Your breakup may likewise be a blessing that allows you to grow as an individual. Consider a ring or other piece of jewelry that will not only mark this milestone but be a personal reminder of your transformation and new beginning.
• Travel adds perspective on a new journey. Whether or not you realize it, a breakup is the beginning of a new life trajectory. Travel – whether it’s time for a change of domestic scenery or a vacation – perfectly symbolizes a new journey. Overcoming a painful separation requires an outside perspective, which is often gained through travel.
• Invite friends over for a dinner party. The depression that is liable to ensue after a breakup often leads to isolation, but that is when you most need your friends! Why not host a breakup party? Rather than blowing it out with a large group of people, which may include strangers, keep it simple with intimate friends you can trust. For the Silo, Ginny Grimsley.
Jay Ryan is the co-founder of www.BreakupGems.com, an online retailer that specializes in fine breakup and divorce jewelry. Each piece in the collection conveys an empowering message of freedom and renewal with designs that are both stylish and meaningful for anyone overcoming a recent breakup or simply celebrating happy singlehood.
New book explores the story of India’s richly coloured textiles ahead of ROM original exhibition
Photography by Tina Weltz
TORONTO — The Royal Ontario Museum (ROM) is pleased to announce the publication of Cloth that Changed the World: The Art and Fashion of Indian Chintz on December 2, 2019. The collection of essays explores the far-reaching influence this vividly printed and painted cotton cloth has had on the world, from its origins 5,000 years ago to its place in fashion and home décor today. The volume is the official companion to the ROM-original exhibition The Cloth that Changed the World: India’s Painted and Printed Cottons, which runs from April 4 to September 27, 2020 in Toronto.
“The world would be a drab place without India,” says Sarah Fee, editor, Cloth that Changed the World and ROM Senior Curator of Eastern Hemisphere Fashion and Textiles. “Our blue jeans and printed T-shirts trace much of their lineage back to the ingenuity of India’s cotton printers and dyers. This exhibition and companion book celebrate how India ‘clothed the world’ in exuberantly coloured cottons for thousands of years. It explores the art’s resiliency in the face of modern industrial imitation and shares the exciting stories of reviving natural dyes and hand skills in India today.”
Contributing writers include leading experts Ruth Barnes, Rosemary Crill, Steven Cohen, Deepali Dewan, Max Dionisio, Eiluned Edwards, Sarah Fee, Maria João Ferreira, Sylvia Houghteling, Peter Lee, Hanna Martinsen, Deborah A. Metsger, Alexandra Palmer, Divia Patel, Giorgio Riello, Rajarshi Sengupta, Philip Sykas, and João Teles e Cunha, and a preface by Sven Beckert, Harvard University’s Laird Bell Professor of History.
The striking exhibition will explore thought-provoking themes, including the ingenuity, skill and technique of Indian artisans; the adaptation of chintz for international markets; and the environmental impact of the global textile industry over time. With a focus on attire and home furnishings, the exhibition features 80 objects spanning 10 centuries and four continents. Religious and court banners for India, monumental gilded wall hangings for elite homes in Europe and Thailand, and luxury women’s dress for England showcase the versatility and far-reaching desire for Indian Chintz.
About Sarah Fee (Curator and Editor)
Dr. Sarah Fee is Senior Curator of Eastern Hemisphere fashion and textiles at the Royal Ontario Museum. She has degrees in Anthropology and African studies from Oxford University and the School of Oriental Studies, Paris, and in 2002, guest-curated an exhibition on Madagascar for the Smithsonian’s National Museum of African Art. Today, she continues to focus on Malagasy historic textiles and fashions, in addition to those of Zanzibar and Western India. A research associate at the Musée du Quai Branly, Paris, and the Indian Ocean World Centre at McGill University, Fee also teaches at the University of Toronto’s Department of Art. Fee is a past Board Member of the Textile Society of America, and currently sits on the editorial board of the Textile Museum Journal (TMJ).
About the Publication
Cloth that Changed the World: The Art and Fashion of Indian Chintz Editor: Sarah Fee Available at the ROM store starting December 2, 2019. 9 x 12, 272 pages, 300 colour illustrations. $50.00. Royal Ontario Museum and Yale University Press.
Founded in 1914, the Royal Ontario Museum showcases art, culture and nature from around the world and across the ages. Among the top 10 cultural institutions in North America, Canada’s largest and most comprehensive museum is home to a world-class collection of 13 million art objects and natural history specimens, featured in 40 gallery and exhibition spaces. As the country’s preeminent field research institute and an international leader in new and original findings, the ROM plays a vital role in advancing our understanding of the artistic, cultural and natural world. Combining its original heritage architecture with the contemporary Daniel Libeskind-designed Michael Lee-Chin Crystal, the ROM serves as a national landmark, and a dynamic cultural destination in the heart of Toronto for all to enjoy.
The contemporary look has spread from the urban core and is growing increasingly popular in the suburbs and communities outside major Ontario cities, such as Toronto, say industry experts.
“The past couple of decades of residential construction have been dominated by neo-traditional designs, but we’re in the midst of a major shift to modern or contemporary homes,” says David Stewart, an Urban Designer and Principal of Williams & Stewart Associates Ltd. in Richmond Hill, Ont. “We’re seeing more and more builders who are using contemporary designs to gain a competitive edge and buyers who are looking for homes that really make a statement and are modern and unique.”
The contemporary trend in residential architecture features:
Smooth-faced brick and stone instead of the tumbled, rough and “rusticated” surface of brick and stone in neo-traditional and heritage-style buildings;
Bold monochrome colours in shades of black, grey, brown, red and buff are replacing multi-chromatic colours;
Linear masonry shapes;
Greater use of mixed masonry products to create varied elevations which give more interest to exterior appearance; and
Stone, brick and panel accents.
While brick, block and stone have been the most trusted building materials for hundreds of years because of their durability, masonry manufacturers are taking the lead in developing innovative new products to stay ahead of shifting architectural design tastes and trends.
“Our manufacturers are constantly refining their products to meet evolving demands for new colours, textures,sizes and shapes,” said Judy Pryma, President of MasonryWorx, a tradeassociation for Ontario masonry industry professionals. “Brick, block and stone may stand the test of time for hundreds of years, but they are also extremely versatile and can adapt to any building style.”
At the same time as more residential buyers opt for contemporary-style homes, municipal and provincial government policies are encouraging developers to build higher density housing to make the most of residentially zoned property. As a result, communities are seeing a shift to more creative townhome designs, low-rise apartments and mixed-use buildings with retail at ground level and residential space above.
As with single-family residential construction, masonry products continue to be the exterior cladding of choice for multi-family residential units, Stewart said.
“Municipalities want high-quality and durable new communities, and brick, block and stone are definitely the preferred solution,” he said.
An overwhelming 90% of consumers who participated in a recent province-wide study by MasonryWorx said they would prefer to buy homes made of masonry products over other exterior finishes, such as wood, vinyl siding or stucco. The majority of respondents said they favour masonry because it’s durable, attractive, easy to maintain and adds greater long-term value to their investment than other building materials.
About MasonryWorx:
MasonryWorx is an association of industry professionals working in brick, block and stone masonry. Our members include product manufacturers, suppliers and skilled professionals from across Ontario who create high-quality homes, buildings and structures that last for generations, increase in value, are environmentally friendly and beautify neighbourhoods. We are committed to providing consumers, members of the construction industry and all levels of government with accurate information about the uses and benefits of brick, block and stone products.
NEW YORK, – FASHINNOVATION, a platform where fashion and technology connect with a mission to inspire and share knowledge in the fashion, entrepreneurship and technology sectors, hosted its second edition of its semi-annual conference on February 13, 2019. The all-day red carpet event took place during NYFW at one of the city’s premiere venues, Tribeca Rooftop, and featured panels, live performances, installations, displays, and aimed to “humanize homelessness” with the launch of a book titled: It Can Be You by The NYLON Project.
Panel topics included fashion tech innovation for retail, manufacturing, production, design, textiles, blockchain, customization, sustainability, augmented reality and more. Other discussions focused on women empowerment, entrepreneurship, and even a Twitter-based elevator pitch competition. Featured guests, panelists and moderators include: Eno Polo, CEO, Havaianas, Michael Ferraro, Director of FIT’s Information Design & Technology Lab, Ryan Leslie, Co-Founder, SuperPhone, David Meltzer, Host of Entrepreneur.com’s “Elevator Pitch”, Renata Black, Co-Founder, EBY, Mark Price, CEO, FIREWIRE Surfboards, Lilian Liu, Manager of Partnerships, UN Global Compact, Gonzalo Pertile, Sustainable Director, J. Crew, Giulio Bonazzi, CEO of Aquafil, Ivan Poupyrev, VP, Google Jacquard, Carolina Wang, Co-Founder, EatGoodNYC, and Paul Dillinger, VP and Head of Global Product Innovation, Levi Strauss and more.
“The future is now, and as the tech and fashion industries converge, there’s no better place than New York Fashion Week to formalize conversations and networking opportunities by bringing these two industries together,” said Jordana Guimaraes, co-founder of FASHINNOVATION.
“There’s a reason why companies such as Farfetch and Revolve exist and are valued at billions of dollars – we need to pay attention to fashion tech innovation, and FASHINNOVATION is at this intersection,” said Marcelo Guimaraes, founder of FASHINNOVATION. FASHINNOVATION Second Edition expected approximately 500 guests and was presented by partner sponsors Runway Moda, ELYSIAIS, Lyft, and DisruptivAgency. The conference showcased a fashion installation by Constanza+LAB (Spain) and 19-year-old IMI by Imogen Evans, a mid-day cocktail hour and networking event, pop-up displays, a red carpet step-and-repeat, a special live performance by DeeMo, and an after-party by TROY. NYLON Project’s book, It Can Be You, which included 50 stories of homelessness from influencers around the world, including Melissa Molinaro, Claudia Salinas,
The first edition of FASHINNOVATION took place during NYFW on September 12, 2018, with hundreds of people exploring fashion tech panels from NASA, FIT, IBM, and more. For more information, go to https://fashinnovation.nyc/. For the Silo, Ruben Ochoa.
This is the most famous painting in the history of art. It is titled the Mona Lisa but it’s original name was Monna Lisa- a short form of “Madonna” or “my lady” but thanks to a spelling error we know this work as the Mona Lisa. Painted by Leonardo Da Vinci in the years 1503-1507, there are actually three different versions painted beneath the visible version. In one hidden version (discovered using xrays) she is seen clutching the arms of a chair. image/info courtesy of prlog.org
Every year 8.5 million visitors see the renowned work of art that is the Mona Lisa. It is a vision that graces t-shirts, calendars, coffee mugs, and art history books worldwide. Still, among those millions, I would wager that few are those that have left Paris remarking on the wall on which Mona is placed. More on this later….
Did you know that the Mona Lisa is the only work of art to be stolen from the Louvre( in 1911) and recovered? Not only that, but in 1956, it was attacked with acid and, in that same year, cut open with a rock thrown at Mona’s elbow. It would seem that times haven’t changed much either. In 2009 a coffee mug was thrown at it by a gazing woman.
Art hygiene: the Mona Lisa is protected by bulletproof glass while on display at Paris’ Louvre photo: Gilli8888/flickr
Time has provided the foresight to maintain Mona’s beauty. With 2 centimeters of bullet proof glass and an inner casing protecting against heat and humidity the artwork seems safe. But what about the wall ‘holding’ the Mona for all of us to admire?
Take a look at these choppers…are they healthy enough to support a Mona Lisa smile? Pay attention because we’re about to switch gears and talk a little oral health.
As a dentist I am prone to notice the wall and that famous Mona Lisa smile. That smile, seen on TV and used in advertising everything from vacations to toothpaste, would be worth little without considering the healthy gums and bone that keep it in place. In other words, without noticing the wall. Years spent in my business have taught me, that if not protected properly, a smile can be stolen from us, chipped, and worn away with acid leading to very costly repairs. If you value your smile then the bullet proof glass is a worthy investment.
By focusing on in-office prevention and care the need for extensive intervention is often averted. It is more time and cost effective to put up and maintain a very impressive wall for your work of art than it is to meticulously rework the masterpiece. This analogy holds true for your teeth, gums and your smile. Maintenance is the greatest security from acid and coffee alike and with it, your smile can continue to break the ice… but I wouldn’t count on 8.5 million visitors. That may be a little more than any of us can chew. For the Silo by Dr. Peter Gunn. Dr. Gunn’s practice is in Port Rowan, Ontario. www.facebook.com/caredental
If we’re living in an oxymoronic age (and it seems indeed that we are), then Ballasox footwear by corso como makes a lot of sense. Women’s fashion has never been off limits for innovation, experimentation and whimsy but today’s designs are also driven by comfort and economy.
That’s a lot of parameters to hit and with that in mind, let’s take a look at Ballasox- just one of many interesting lines of high fashion women’s footwear from corso como.
We decided to focus on two styles that represent interesting designs and coincidentally are the high and low price point in the Ballasox line: the Micaela with straps priced at $129 (usd) and the Prince priced at $60(usd). Fun! That’s a word we don’t often use when highlighting fashion. There are wonderful pop elements found in these shoes. Looking at the Micaela one is reminded of 1970’s Punk movement. The dog collar like strapping, the chrome studs and red and black leather colour scheme have an attitude that works. Especially if you’re pounding the streets on a busy weekend or hopping onto a motorcycle.
A still from the 1986 punk biopic film Sid and Nancy-
The Prince has a simple design and we adore the Warhol-like camo/snake patterning. Perhaps you’ve heard of Stephen Sprouse and Monica D Murgia’s recent camo design dresses? In the 1980’s Sprouse worked with Warhol and those designs were just slightly ahead of themselves. Contemporary television shows like Duck Dynasty and the mega-mall staple BassPro have changed all that. Camo isn’t just for your Dad to wear to the lodge- it’s become ubiquitous as Warhol predicted.
Check out the snakey Camo print in this closeup detail of the Prince
Back to the Prince. So this little shoe is not as unassuming as it first appears.
There is a pedigree and history of aesthetic design that is a part of its look. Yes, it’s technically a snake skin design but the type of snake chosen must have been carefully considered and settled on because this shoe would not look out of place paired with a Sprouse/D Murgia Camo dress. Now that’s a combination we’d love to see. For the Silo, Jarrod Barker.
LOS ANGELES (September, 2018) – Following years of campaigning by In Defense of Animals to end the barbaric fur trade, Los Angeles is making history by becoming the largest city in the world to ban fur sales. Los Angeles’ City Council today voted unanimously to draft an ordinance outlining a city-wide fur ban.
“Los Angeles’ historic move to ban fur sales today is likely to herald the end of the barbaric fur industry for good,” said In Defense of Animals President, Marilyn Kroplick M.D. “This major city sets global fashion and culture trends, and has sent a message to the world that animals should not to be abused for clothing. We are delighted by this significant victory for animals, the public, and activists and organizations around the world who have exposed the cruel fur industry.”
Los Angeles’ fur ban ordinance will prohibit the sale of apparel and accessories made in whole or in part of fur, including coats, handbags, shoes, hats, and jewelry. Retailers will be given a two-year phase-in period. The fur ban ordinance will need to be approved and signed by Mayor Eric Garcetti before officially becoming law.
Councilmembers Paul Koretz proposed the ordinance and highlighted the far-reaching impact of this ban, stating to the chamber, “Other big cities will see what we’re doing and follow our lead, and pretty soon there will be no big cities in which you can buy a fur coat anywhere in the United States.”
4 million Los Angeles residents and nearly 50 million tourists who visit the city every year will be affected by the ban, making it the world’s most significant fur sales restriction to date.
Los Angeles’ ban follows fur sales bans in San Francisco, Berkeley, and West Hollywood. More than 20 countries worldwide have taken national legislative action against fur including the UK, Austria and the Netherlands.
The Los Angeles fur ban builds on years of dedication and hard work of California activists including several members of In Defense of Animals who have spent many years of their lives fighting fur and hosting Fur Free Friday events every year without fail.
In Defense of Animals is an international animal protection organization with over 250,000 supporters and a 30-year history of fighting for animals, people and the environment through education, campaigns and hands-on rescue facilities in India, Africa, and rural Mississippi.
Blundstone wearers are devoted- its not that unusual for the artist types to even sketch their beloved, worked-in Blunds…. sketch: Richard McLean image: redbubble.com
A pair of Blundstone boots has a way of replacing a big chunk of your everyday footwear. Not only because Blundstone boots are so functional, but also because these are boots you want to wear every day. The two-tone styles aim to appeal to those who like a bit more colour in their fashion choices. Blundstone’s two-tone styles give you the same fantastic quality in a more colourful package.
“In the past, we’ve played it safe with neutral colours like Classic Black, Steel Grey and Rustic Brown,” says Ian Heaps of Blundstone Footwear. “The two-tone boots are perfect for those who want the same great quality, durability and functionality of the classic Blundstone boot, but with a little extra edge and a pop of colour.”
Blundstone Canada CEO Mr. Ian Heaps
Blundstones are widely recognized for their practicality and adaptability as footwear, but they are also an extremely versatile fashion accessory. All styles are unisex, and the sleek look of the boots make them compatible with anything from jeans or shorts, to slacks and even skirts. The two-tones styles are available in women’s 6 to men’s 14 sizes.
#1319 Rustic Brown with two tone sole from Blundstone Boots Fall line.
….and the devilishly stylish #1316 Red and Black with two tone sole.
About Blundstone
Blundstones have been available in Canada since 1993 at Australian Boot Company and other retailers, and now sold at over 600 locations across Canada. Tin Shack is the exclusive Canadian distributor of Blundstone, located in Collingwood, Ontario. Founded in Vancouver in 1998, Tin Shack distributes footwear made by Blundstone, Pty, of Tasmania, Australia. Founded in 1870, Blundstone is Australia’s leading manufacturer of quality footwear and remains a family-owned company to this day. Blundstones have been toughing it out for no-nonsense, go-anywhere, do-anything types seeking comfort, durability and rugged style. Boasting pull-on comfort, Blundstones are all-weather, lightweight, durable and no-gimmick footwear. For more information, visit www.blundstone.ca.
Designing clothes for the nomad at heart, sensual and fashionable; FARA chooses handcrafted fabrics and a conscious cut – tapping into our spirit of adventure and exploration. Made for floating along a sun setting beach, dancing like nobody’s watching or venturing far and wide, The vibrant, joyful, expressive part of us that emerges on holiday, when we give ourselves space to relax and simply be. A place to lose and find ourselves, to feel creative, strong, wild and free.
