Cynthia Rowley and friends founded Exhibition A, a members-only site for art lovers who can’t necessarily afford Picasso-like prices. Each week celebrated contemporary artists offer up exclusive edition pieces at lower prices. They’re only available for two-to-four weeks, so if you love something, buy it now. Mark Borthwick’s “Inna Dream Land Expand’s”
One of the best ways to stave off mid-winter’s blues is by downloading a new set of albums. Think of it as early spring cleaning for your iPod. There are some great ones to look forward to, whether you like the optimistically upbeat or raw rock. On our download: Cake’s Showroom of Compassion, The Go! […]
The perfect winter meal: a spaghetti pomodoro dinner from chef Wil Crutchley.
The Contributing Editor at W magazine and creator of the blog Saving the Season taps into his Southern roots when it comes to hosting warm winter dinners with friends.
SaucyGlossie blogger Lindsey Calla recently visited Antigua Guatemala, a UNESCO World Heritage site. She shared her favorites sights, shops and restaurants with us…and showed us how she styled her favorite looks from resort. SEE Volcano Pacaya: “Rent a Vespa and drive up the side of the mountain to get some unrivaled views.” Casa Popenoe: “A […]
The moon is and always has been a constant fascination. In Moon: A Brief History, Bernd Brunner meticulously chronicles its history, from its scientific genesis to how Pink Floyd’s “Dark Side of the Moon” is actually a misnomer.
The design team’s trip to Rajasthan provided the inspiration for Tory’s resort collection. Think vibrant colors, rich prints and pops of neon.
It’s been a while since there’s been this much anticipation about a new album…but what else would you expect when it’s Jay-Z and Kanye West collaborating on Watch the Throne, out today. The first single H.A.M. dropped this morning, with cover art by Givenchy designer Riccardo Tisci.
We’re calling it now—2011 is the year of Natalie Portman. Everyone is betting the Best Actress Oscar is hers to lose with her beautifully disturbed performance in the creepy-good Black Swan. Then there was her double happiness announcement that she’s engaged and pregnant…just around the same time previews for No Strings Attached, with Ashton Kutcher, […]
Every once in a while, it feels right to pull out the classics we read in high school. Tender is the Night is one of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s finest, and upon every subsequent reading, you pick up something new.
Slim Aaron’s photo courtesy of photographersgallery.com
Kirna Zabete’s Sarah Easley and Beth Buccini are Best Dressed in resort.
What’s the best antidote to all this snow? Hot chocolate, of course. Here, our top 10 spots to grab a cup. City Bakery New York, NY We’re not just biased (it’s around the corner from our office)—City Bakery has the perfect marshmallow-to-cocoa ratio. Mindy’s Hot Chocolate Chicago, IL It’s the coziest place in Chicago. […]
Q: I’m the family cruise director during the holidays. It’s exhausting making sure everyone is happy all the time. I just want to relax. — Vanessa, Boston A: Vanessa, the only way to break out of an expected role is to just do it! Be yourself and enjoy! Have a question for New York […]
Can you spot Tory in this cross-stitch by artist Elsa Hansen? We met Elsa through Van Neistat, who filmed our holiday message, and she shared her very cool, unique “hobby” with us—a giant cross-stitch of her favorite pop culture characters. It features everyone from Queen Elizabeth I to Dee-Lite to Forrest Gump.
SHOE CARE GUIDE Leather We recommend spraying leather shoes and boots with a treatment like Meltonian before wearing. Remove salt stains during the winter by dabbing a solution of equal parts white vinegar and water. Wipe clean with a water-soaked rag and air dry away from any heat source. Remove scuff marks by dipping a […]
Looking for the perfect gift for a music lover? Pick-up Jay-Z’s Decoded. It’s personal; it’s fascinating; it’s not your average music memoir.
Uberta Zambeletti, owner Milan’s concept boutique Wait and See, is our Best Dressed in resort’s bold color and print.
Ever wondered what happened to traditions like leaving a calling card, visiting penny arcades and giving your best friend a beaded friendship pin? In The Huffington Post columnist Lesley M. M. Blume’s new book, Let’s Bring Back , covers them all, including newer bygone miscellany (like CBGB and Polaroids). As the book puts it, it’s […]
Ikat lovers, unite. More than 60 pieces of Central Asian ikat-print clothing from the 19th Century are on view at the Textile Museum in Washington D.C. The exhibition explores the rich history and intricate technique behind this bold pattern–one of our favorites.
For art lovers, the first week of December means one thing: Art Basel. From December 2 to 5, art world heavies and celebrities converge on Miami Beach for a glamorous swirl of art, parties and serious holiday shopping (for art, that is). Among this year’s must-sees are Jennifer Rubell’s Goldilocks-inspired brunch installation “Just Right” where […]
Cecil Beaton: The Art of Scrapbook is a must-have for any fan of fashion and photography. It’s an artful melange of Beaton’s photographs, letters, magazine tears and musings and is a direct glimpse of what inspired him. Here, pages from the book, as well as Tory’s own collection of Beaton tomes.
Q: There are so many parties and events this time of year. I feel pulled in too many directions. How do I decline graciously? — Cassie, Dallas A: Cassie, it is more gracious to decline when first asked than to cancel at the last minute. Before accepting, look at your calendar with an eye […]