Fashion Dynasty: Antoinette Vintage
In the 1950s, Antoinette worked for Lilly Daché, the most celebrated milliner of her time, who famously designed hats for Marlene Dietrich, and turned the turban into a head-wrap coveted by women around the globe.
There’s Looking Good, and There’s Looking Better—Men Tailoring it Up a Notch
What is driving the rash of men-centric retail environments in this area, such as barber shops/shaving parlors and higher-end apparel boutiques like Barber & Supply, HW Carter & Sons, Cadet, Robinson Brooklyn, Genuine Motorworks and By Robert James? Could it have something to do with the “recovering” economy?
The Virgin Chase: You Can Trust These Olives
One way to avoid getting fake oil is to shop at places like O Live, a specialty olive oil store located at 60 Broadway (diagonally across from Marlow & Sons)
Inspiration, Childhood & the Meaning of Black Ice Cream—Interview w/ Helado Negro
Robert Lange of Helado Negro just released his latest album “Invisible Life,” in March, mixing songs with electronic beats and Spanish lyrics, but also switching it up for this record by adding tunes in English, and collaborating with other artists and friends, including Juliana Barwick and Devendra Banhart.
Baby Rave–Parents Welcome
Tickets are available now for pre-purchase online: $15/per person ($25 at the door) $25/per family ($40 at the door) $45/VIP tickets per person ($60 at the door if available) *VIP includes express entrance + reserved seating at all talks + goodie bag + special raffle prize drawings
NY Image Salon’s Tonia Bashan—Colors & Styles Redux
Unlike other chop-shops, New York Image Salon doesn’t subscribe to gender pricing. Many women sport short mops, while some men prefer to grow long locks, so all consultations are based on hair length, thickness, and time needed to style.
How to Read a Poem in April—A Primer
Sometimes you’ll find me, standing on the street, staring out into the distance, trying to put some amalgamation of light and sound and air I’m feeling into words….
