The BFI London Film Festival has come to a close, and while there were 254 features and short films, it was impossible to watch everything. Here is our reviews of a few that we caught – some very good and some not so much: Flow A major flood has swept over the land which leaves several animals adrift on a boat in the beautifully made ‘Flow’. We see the story through the eyes of a black cat. Meandering through the countryside, such is a cat’s life avoiding dogs and looking for food. But when a wall of water envelopes the…
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The festival season is the best time to play around with fashion. Outfits for festivals can be boho-chic, edgy streetwear, or anything in between and are nearly unlimited, allowing for personalization with a laid-back creative vibe. The excellent thing about it is that you do not need lots of clothes to make an impression. Here are some basic mix-and-match ideas that will help you create something comfortable, functional, and memorable. Start with a statement piece Statement pieces can start an outfit. This statement piece, like a sequined jacket, metallic shorts, or vintage band T-shirt, is crucial to making the outfit…
30 October, 2024 – Harlequins is delighted to announce legendary dance music group Rudimental as the headline entertainment act for Big Game 16 on Saturday, 28 December at Allianz Stadium, Twickenham. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YjVixTdARp0 Celebrated as one of the most successful dance music acts of the past decade, Rudimental, has sold over 25 million singles, three million albums worldwide, and amassed five billion audio streams, including #1 global anthem ‘Feel the Love’ with Jon Newman, platinum-selling ‘Waiting All Night’ with Ella Ayre and ‘These Days’ which has racked up over 1 billion streams alone worldwide. The dynamic East Londoners will form a key element of an incredible day of entertainment…
Are you thinking of getting married in 2025? Then you have come to the right place. Weddings have a hefty price tag attached to them. The average wedding costs £20,700 in the UK. Considering how the average median monthly wage is £2,420, it can be safely assumed that having a wedding requires a lot of finances. Many couples save for months, even years, before they can walk down the aisle so they can plan and execute their dream wedding. So, if you are lucky enough to find someone with whom you want to spend the rest of your life and…
Lexus is increasing customer choice with a refreshed and extended range of its battery electric UX 300e luxury compact SUV. The new-look line-up offers additional grades and adjusted equipment specifications, together with styling changes for the cabin. The renamed entry point to the UX 300e is Urban grade. Key standard features include 17-inch alloy wheels, power adjustable front seats, a heated steering wheel, wireless smartphone integration (wireless Apple CarPlay and wired Android Auto), reversing camera and the Lexus Link Connect multimedia system with cloud-based navigation and eight-inch touchscreen. A seven-inch digital diver’s instrument display is new to the UX 300e. The latest…
This November, The Royal Ballet presents the European premiere of Royal Ballet Resident Choreographer Wayne McGregor’s MADDADDAM, a new three-act ballet inspired by Margaret Atwood’s acclaimed trilogy of novels: Oryx and Crake, The Year of the Flood and MaddAddam. Set to a newly commissioned score by Max Richter, McGregor explores the themes of extinction and invention, hubris and humanity, love and loss in this exhilarating exploration of life beyond societal collapse. A co-commission between The Royal Ballet and The National Ballet of Canada, MADDADDAM received its world premiere in Toronto in 2022. The ballet is inspired by the landscape of…
Earlier today, on 24th October 2024, the Parliamentary Society for Arts and Fashion held its annual Assembly at the House of Parliament, bringing together visionary leaders from across the creative sectors to address pressing issues and celebrate the transformative power of the arts. The event, organised by Rebeca Riofrio, Chairwoman of the Parliamentary Society for Arts and Fashion, welcomed 150 distinguished guests, including CEOs, senators, ambassadors, members of royal families, and influential figures from the arts and fashion industries. This year’s assembly focused on raising awareness about the pervasive issue of violence within the creative industries, with a particular emphasis…
Dubai, UAE – October 20, 2024: Kempinski Hotel witnessed a night like no other as Vivz World Fashion Week unfolded in all its glory, leaving an indelible mark on the global fashion calendar. Renowned for its presence in fashion capitals such as London, Milan, and Paris, the event made its triumphant return to Dubai with an extraordinary showcase that blended fashion, royalty, and visionary excellence. It was more than just a fashion event—it was a fusion of creativity, royal elegance, and global achievement, making it a historic evening in the world of luxury and haute couture. A Spectacle of Glamour…
The Festival des 3 Continents reveals the lineup and jury members for its 46th edition. An international event dedicated to the cinemas of Africa, Asia, and Latin America, the festival will take place in Nantes and in partner cinemas in Loire-Atlantique from November 15 to 23, 2024. “An International Competition dedicated to a wide variety of cinematic expressions and often intimate stories, along with Special Screenings featuring restored masterpieces, three tributes that will take us from India to Hong Kong, and a reflection on French cinema through the lens of youth and cosmopolitanism. Once again, we will travel through time…
SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA- As technology and fashion increasingly intersect, San Francisco is on its way to becoming a new style capital. Shirin Hashem’s Fashion Community Week has been instrumental in this transformation, providing a platform for emerging brands from around the globe to showcase their collections in the Bay Area. Now in its 10th year (19th season), Fashion Community Week celebrated its milestone from October 3rd to 5th, with a series of events highlighting a new era of creativity, featuring visionary speakers and fashion designers. The first day Kicked off on Thursday, October 3rd, with the Future of Fashion Conference…