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On the top floor of a Montparnasse office building during Paris Fashion Week at the end of September, designers Benjamin Baron and Bloor-August Westbaugh of the All In label were about to present their Spring 2025 collection. The space was empty except for a few benches and a raised, rickety catwalk. The whole scenario looked like an old set from a 1980s movie about stock traders wielding slimy brick phones. Soon the catwalk lights came on and the show’s soundtrack by Norwegian electronic duo Smelts began to play. The opening blip of the Sex and the City theme song has…
If there’s one winter essential you’ll keep repeating all winter, it’s a cozy jacket, but how do you wash it?If you use these coats every day during the cold season, dirt and grime will accumulate quickly, so regular maintenance is required. However, different coats require different washing methods, so it’s important to approach cleaning carefully.Here, we spoke to cleaning and laundry experts for cleaning tips to keep your winter jacket warm and in great condition all season long.How to care for your winter jacket1. Spot cleaning(Image credit: Burbidge Kitchen Makers)As a daily touch-up, the easiest way to refresh your winter…
Outdoor Research, a major American apparel and gear brand, has launched a revamp of its already popular down jacket series that is “warmer, lighter, and easier to store.”For a more earth-friendly approach, the new Transcendent Down Collection features a bluesign-approved 100% recycled nylon 20D shell and lining, responsibly sourced down insulation with over 800 fill power, and several It boasts important sustainable features.To withstand harsh climates, Outdoor Research’s Transcendent Down Parka and Transcendent Down Jacket are both water and windproof. Additionally, we now offer women’s plus sizes (1X-4X) and women’s hoodie styles, expanding our range.Outdoor Research Transcendent Down Parka (Image…
New research from HSBC reveals that seven out of 10 Gen Zers consider travel an important motivator for work and are starting to invest at a younger age than previous generations.”Lifestyle preferences and financial needs differ from generation to generation,” said Brian Hui, head of marketing for customer proposition and wealth and personal banking at HSBC Hong Kong. “Nearly half of Gen Z respondents prioritize saving for short-term goals that lead to enjoying life.”Generation Z, born between 1997 and 2012, “adopts a ‘play hard, work hard’ mindset and tends to enjoy life and live in the moment, but they also…
Halloween 202423 images by Frances O’Sullivan “I’m always reminded of the John Waters quote: ‘Wake up in the morning, think something crazy, and sell it in the afternoon,'” says Frances O’Sullivan. “I think this kind of describes what this time of year is like for me.” Halloween is a busy season for O’Sullivan. Each year, the artist and director combines her signature high-camp charm with horror tropes to create a series of creepy images featuring a cast of bizarre and unusual characters. From the most glamorous zombies and 50-foot women to the flesh-eating Betty Cooper-esque vampires and bathroom-locked mermaids in…
For the second year in a row, Green Car Journal has named the Fiat 500e the 2025 Urban Green Car of the Year. Despite such praise, the Fiat 500e has recently faced sales challenges in the United States and Europe, where some significant adjustments have been made to the model. The 500e is among the top 10 worst-selling cars in the United States, while production of the electric city car has been suspended in Europe since the summer and is expected to resume in November. 2024 Fiat 500e (red). (Fiat). Green Car Journal’s review of the Fiat 500e highlights its…
/ˈgōst-ˈlī-tiŋ/This is creepy, but not in the way you’re thinking. Ghostwriting is a slang combination of ghosting and gaslighting, combining the worst parts of each behavior. “It’s a manipulative tactic where one person suddenly disappears and cuts off communication with the other person,” explains Lee Phillips, a certified therapist who has worked with couples for more than a decade. This is the ghost part that many people who want to date have experienced.Ghostwriting goes a step further by raising questions about ghosting in the first place. If the ghostwriter comes back to haunt you again, sliding into your DMs or…
When shopping for fall and winter, I often stock up on soft long-sleeved tops, comfortable wide denim jeans, and suede skirts. But I always forget to buy the most important necessity: outerwear. Luckily, Spanx has come to my rescue with a new collection of jackets, vests, and coats that are not only perfect for the fall-to-winter transition, but also have genius design details. For example, the Reversible Suede & Fleece Jacket is a 2-in-1 style that is extremely versatile, and the Velor Fleece Vest includes a fleece bottom attachment. Even better? The brand has also expanded its Oprah-loved AirEssentials line…
Santini Cycling and Polartec have teamed up to create a unique waterproof jacket with a highly breathable monolithic membrane and durable water repellent (DWR) finish. Fully heat-sealed and abrasion-resistant, the Santini Magic rain jacket includes: Extended back to keep you completely dry even in the rain. Very lightweight, 155 grams in size medium. The compact pack size makes it easy to store the jacket in the side zipper pocket on the back of the jacket. Polartec Power Shield RPM fabric, made from 100% recycled polyester, is waterproof, non-PFAS, lightweight, and extremely stretchy, supporting the outdoor industry’s well-documented transition to new…
TLDR:Palm Beach businessman Jonah Pomasan sues designer Alvin Valley for $750,000; Pomasan claims Valley convinced the Pomasans to loan him $640,000 in a convertible promissory note; Pomasan says Valley intends to honor the note. Pomasan claims he has not responded. Since April 2024, he has unsuccessfully tried to file court documents with Valley 17 times. A Valley spokesperson says he has not responded. Business continues as usual, providing services and maintainFashion designer Alvin Valley, known as the “King of Pants,” has been sued by Palm Beach businessman Jonah Pomasan, alleging he was defrauded of $750,000 in investments in his fashion…