Carnaval for City Harvest Gala : From Rio Vibes to Real Impact
Cipriani 42nd Street — a landmark of old New York grandeur with its soaring carved beams and timeless stone archways— was reborn earlier this weekt in a riot of color, rhythm, and generosity.
The Frick Reopens: The Must-See Museum for Spring
With a line around the Upper East Side block, museumgoers waited with excitement and anticipation to be let into the newly reopened Frick Collection. Yes, the Frick is finally back in its original home.
Weaving Space: Identity, Memory, and Resilience in the Art of Qinza Najm
In the exhibition “Weaving Space,” artist Qinza Najm invites viewers into a deeply personal exploration of identity, memory, and resilience through striking works hand painted directly onto reclaimed Persian carpets—not just any carpets, but ones the artist herself has lived with, sat upon with family and friends, and carried through her own personal journeys.
Mary J Blige’s “For My Fans” Tour: A Love Letter to Three Decades of Hip-Hop Soul
The name says it all. Mary J. Blige’s “For My Fans” tour, which made its triumphant stop at New York’s UBS Arena on April 11, is exactly what the title promises – a heartfelt tribute from the Queen of Hip-Hop Soul to the devoted audience that has supported her remarkable 30-year career.
Together We Art Fair: A Celebration of Interconnectivity in New York
The vibrant “Together We Art” Fair is set to transform New York’s art scene this spring, arriving at the Blue Gallery in Midtown Manhattan from May 1-3, 2025.
Grace Chen: China’s Power Dresser Blending East and West
Named “the Power Dresser of China” by the South China MorningPost and “China’s Most Sought-After Couturier” by The Hollywood Reporter, Chen hascultivated a distinctive aesthetic that masterfully bridges Eastern and Western sensibilities whileempowering the women who wear her designs.
Sculpting Dreams in Silk: The Couture of Sohee Park
More than 85 percent of majors from top fashion schools are female, but around 70 percent of designers and creative directors at major labels are male. The imbalance is striking, especially because a majority of the demographic clientele happen to be women.
Who is the Gong Girl? Mark Gong’s Global Muse
The world has heard of Gone Girl. Bond Girl. But how about – Gong Girl? You may find her stutting the Bowery in asymmetrical cropped jackets, masculine-meets-feminine suits, or lacy little black dresses. She bows at the altar of Shanghai-based designer Mark Gong, the rockstar Parsons School of Design alum behind his eponymous label Mark Gong Studio.
Rhyme with Reason: Irish Tapestry Studio puts Sustainability First
“Ninety percent of carpets are made with non-sustainable synthetic fiber. That same percentage also goes to waste.” Leading a sustainable campaign to revitalize wool production and design heritage in Ireland, New York-based Dubliner Claire McGovern is the voice behind the award winning Rhyme Studios…
WAX: The African Fabric at the Heart of Fashion and Art
As the curtains fall on Paris Fashion Week, the city’s artistic energy continues to thrive, seamlessly blending fashion with art. This season, museums across Paris have embraced this synergy, showcasing exhibitions that celebrate the intricate relationship between these two realms. Notably, the Musée de l’Homme has unveiled WAX…
