With his debut show, Jan-Jan Van Essche shares his philosophy and approach to contemporary fashion through a triptych presentation. Taking the audience from a runway show on the subtle rhythm of the music by composer Willem Ardui, to a poetically intense dance performance by six dancers. The renowned choreographer Sidi Larbi Cherkaoui, created a piece emphasizing the story of the collection and lifting the moment to another realm. For the finale, Jan-Jan wanted to surprise his audience with the 24 models lined up in front of the ancient frescos on the walls of the graceful Santa Maria Novella cloister, matching…
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By offering the most unique pants for every wardrobe, Tutantú by Sara Velez designs the perfect pieces to add a dash of flare to any outfit. Offering bold designs featuring the most dashing patterns, Tutantú is the brand to count on for your denim needs. So naturally, everyone wants to know how Tutantú came to be and what inspires Sara Velez to create such an amazing brand. Well, look no further, because we sat down with Sara Velez to discuss the story behind Tutantú. Q: Tell us about your brand. What is the story behind your brand? A: Since I…
When in Paris, don’t miss… When it comes to street art you can’t ignore Banksy, the not only now famous – yet most secretive – graffiti artist but undoubtedly the undisputed king of street art. The artist rose to prominence in the late 90s for his striking stencil art and profound imagery, carrying on the wave of street art that had taken Bristol by storm in the 80s. He touches us with the acerbic geopolitical messages he conveys through his poetic or sometimes ironic works, raising the issue of homelessness, pollution, war, discrimination, consumerism… Everybody knows now Banky’s most popular…
Traditionally found in fine dining establishments, sommeliers are experts at pairing specific wines with dishes, elevating the dining experience and maximising the taste experience for their guests. But for those who want to enjoy the same experience but without alcohol, options are limited. Until now… With the number of No and Low serves increasing fourfold over the last five years* and with the category witnessing a surge in growth as new NoLo options and flavours enter the market, HEINEKEN has introduced the world’s first Nommelier service, curating the first alcohol-free pairing menu. Rather than a tedious glass of tap water…
The only international fashion sourcing platform of its kind in the UK, Source Fashion taking place from 12th – 14th February at Olympia London, has announced a compelling line-up of dedicated country pavilions and over 150 audited, quality manufacturers from around the world including Peru, India, China, Pakistan, Italy, Spain, Greece, North Macedonia, the UAE, Madagascar, Jordan, Uzbekistan, Turkey, the UK and many more who will join the inaugural show which runs parallel to Pure London. Suzanne Ellingham, Director of Sourcing of Source Fashion says, “We’re passionate about uniting responsible and sustainable manufacturers from key sourcing regions around the world…
Bradley Bowen was a karate and jiu-jitsu champion before a chance encounter found him standing in for George Clooney on a feature film. After being a background actor in several productions, he was upgraded to principal actor on a film and eventually earned his SAG card. Bradley has since appeared in TV series ‘Bloodline’ and ‘The First Lady’ and action film ‘Out For Vengeance’. He also worked as a producer on ‘The Flight’, which is currently in pre-production. Bradley may now be a full-time actor and producer, but his martial arts skills still come in handy… How did you get…
Heading to Soho Theatre following its Fringe First winning run in Edinburgh, Breathless is a funny, honest and stylish exploration of the knife-edge of hoarding, from the joy to the addiction and suffocating shame. From Laura Horton’s (Plymouth Laureate of Words) own experience of clothes hoarding. What happens when the things we covet hide us from ourselves? Opening up to new experiences in her late-thirties, Sophie is exploring long repressed sides of herself. When a secret she’s keeping from those she loves, and even from herself, threatens to unravel it all, she has to make a choice. Who or what…
“Latin for moment, this collection has been inspired by each model’s idiosyncratic personality. We have tried to capture their beauty, their thought and their feelings. Each look has an emotive and compelling aesthetic, form and shape of the hair has been worked to bring a creative and fresh approach. From striking buzz cuts, sleek straight texture to deep beautiful waves. Combining with the use of spectral colours to give an essence of this captured moment. Daniele De Angelis Hair: Daniele De Angelis, TONI&GUY, London Colour: Stuart Matuska Make-up: Maria Comparetto and Katie Moore Styling: Borna Prikaski Photographs: Kevin Luchmun For…
(London, UK) – From defiant train writers to powerful large-scale muralists, Saatchi Gallery is thrilled to announce over 100 international artists to be featured in BEYOND THE STREETS LONDON, opening this February. The exhibition, supported by adidas Originals, will be the most comprehensive graffiti & street art exhibition to open in the UK, and is set to take over all three floors of London’s iconic Saatchi Gallery. Following successful exhibitions in Los Angeles & New York, BEYOND THE STREETS LONDON will feature new works, large-scale installations, original ephemera and extraordinary fashion that capture the powerful impact of graffiti & street…
Rising star Rhys Lewis faces his biggest fear in a nail-biting video entitled ‘To Be Alive’. The video follows Rhys’ long-standing phobia of heights and a 15,000 feet drop from an aeroplane. Documented by filmmaker, friend and assigned encourager Harvey Wilson, the ‘To Be Alive’ video sees Rhys literally jump out of his comfort zone to continue his mission: find out what it means to be alive in 2022. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=45_wzm3Nyj4&ab_channel=RhysLewisVEVO Rhys explains the decision to sky dive for his brand-new video by saying, “Around the time I wrote this song, I realised I’d been letting my anxieties have too much…