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‘Recycling Beauty’ Breathes New Life into Ancient Greco-Roman Relics
Ancient Greco-Roman sculptures adorn cities and museums all around the world, drawing in millions of onlookers who eagerly glimpse into the customs and traditions of the past. But what if these objects were reused in the present? A new exhibition at Fondazione Prada in Milan aims to do just that. Curated by Salvatore Settis, Anna Anguissola, Denise La Monica and designed by Rem Koolhaas of OMA, Recycling Beauty is a remarkable study that seeks to show that classical works are not simply a legacy of the past, but an element that can be used to affect the present and future. The show stems from two broader studies first conducted by Fondazione Prada in 2015. In Settis’ words, ancient heritage can be used as “a key that provides access to the multiplicity of cultures in the contemporary world...
Lizzo Shows Off Her New ‘Wolf Cut’ on TikTok
Lizzo, fresh off of her appearance as musical guest on SNL last weekend, has a fresh new look. She took to TikTok on Tuesday (Dec. 20) to show off her new hairstyle, a wolf cut featuring shaggy, wavy layers and bangs. “are we loving the wolf cut ???” she asked her followers on the post, which had reached 3.9 million views at press time. In the video, Lizzo mouths a Blair Waldorf line from the original Gossip Girl series: “Some people are simply better than others.” Her cute new hairstyle can also be seen in a second clip, in which the singer applied lipstick and showed off her outfit, a T-shirt dress with cut-outs. “I’m posting a lot today so beware,” she wrote. “Obsessed w how cute I was yesterday,” she added in an Instagram glimpse at herself in the mirror. See Lizzo’s new hairstyle belo...
White Cube Paris Presents ‘Earthseed’
White Cube Paris is currently showcasing a group exhibition inspired by Octavia E. Butler’s 1993 novel, The Parable of the Sower. The post-apocalyptic tale is set in 2024, where America is devastated from climate change, corporate greed, wealth inequality and a new form of fascism. ‘Earthseed’ is both the title given to describe all human beings by the story’s protagonist, Lauren Oya Olamina, along with the name of a matriarchal cult that merits adaptability as the ultimate tool for survival. On view in the gallery space are paintings and sculptures by contemporary artists Marguerite Humeau, Julie Curtiss and Loie Hollowell. Known for her anthropomorphic sculptures, Humeau presents several monolithic artworks that ruminate on the origins of human consciousness. Overlaid on the walls, Curti...
It’s Official—These Were the 9 Biggest Hair Trends of 2022
What a year 2022 has been for hair trends. From trending hair colours such as copper and seventies-inspired blonde, to haircuts like the bob and mixie cut, we saw a whole range of hair trends trickle from our feeds into IRL. It’s safe to say we’re pretty excited to see what 2023 hair trends will be in store for us next year. It’s safe to say our hair has come a long way this year. After two years of uncertainty from the pandemic, we all breathed a collective sign of relief once our much-loved hair salons were no longer subjected to lockdowns, and it finally feels as though our hair routine (for the most part) is back to normal. While 2020 was spent trying to make our pre-lockdown cut last as long as possible, 2021 consisted of trying to get our strands figh...
“My Acne Is Gone”: The Acne Products That Actually Work
For me, skincare products are just one piece of the puzzle when treating acne. I’ve tried countless acne treatment products over the years, but I only saw lasting change when I was prescribed spironolactone by my dermatologist to get my hormonal cystic acne under control. That being said, products played—and continue to play—a huge role in keeping my skin balanced while helping to prevent and treat acne. Sure, they’re not miracle workers, but anything that can help a troublesome skin condition certainly helps matters, and building a good skincare routine can go a long way. Especially if you also want to treat the acne scarring that breakouts leave in their wake. Skincare expert Tijion Esho, founder of the Esho Clinic, is a firm advocate of long-term routines when it comes to tr...
Lily Collins Is Wearing Micro Minis and Mega Platforms on Repeat
While a huge swathe of the fashion population has spent the winter season in chunky boots or retro-look sneakers, and with some celebrities already placing bets of the ballet flats comeback for 2023, it’s been left to Lily Collins to continue to fly the flag for high heels. During her recent promo events to highlight the arrival of the third season of Emily in Paris, Collins and her styling duo Mariel Haenn and Rob Zangardi—a pair known for providing some of the most “wow” ensembles for the likes of Jennifer Lopez and Gwen Stefani—have held steadfast in their dedication to ultra-glam looks that would be worthy of Emily’s high octane Parisian wardrobe. And we’re not talking about ordinary high heels here, we mean sky-scrapers. The black patent platfor...
Of All the Coat Trends, These Are the 6 That Matter Right Now
Given the week’s drop in temperature, now feels as good a time as any to talk coats. Yes, it’s a topic we’ve been covering for the past few weeks already, but as we finally find ourselves fully immersed in winter, it’s now that the biggest coat trends have truly become known. These are the coats that feel the freshest and are yet to be overdone, making them the ideal addition to your outerwear line-up should you be looking to fill a gap or simply want to start the incoming cold weeks on a sartorial high. You Deserve to Make Money Even When you are looking for Dates Online. So we reimagined what a dating should be. It begins with giving you back power. Get to meet Beautiful people, chat and make money in the process. Earn rewards by cha...
The Bugatti Chiron Profilée Is Going Up for Auction in Paris
RM Sotheby’s has just announced that the Bugatti Chiron Profilée will be offered for sale at auction in Paris on February 1, 2023. The Profilée is an automotive showpiece and is designed with a sweeping fixed tail at the rear — it’s designed to provide stability and control, even when the car is performing at its top speed of 380 km/h. Additionally, the tail also uses negative pressure to draw hot air out of the engine compartment through the use of two interior tunnels in the high-temperature carbon wing. For the front of the car, the Profilée has been complemented with wider air inlets along with an enlarged Bugatti horse show grille to assist in funneling more cool air into the radiators. A revised front splitter is also included and this works in collaboration with a ...
7 New Beauty Trends You’ll Actually Wear in 2023
“Back in the day you found your perfect foundation and stuck to it. You found your perfect eyeshadow palette that made your eyes look great and you stuck to it. It was very much ‘I’ve found my format of what makes me pretty, so I’m just going to stay there.’ It couldn’t be more opposite today. There’s a complete shift where everyone is almost having this explosion of self expression. There are neons and pastels and primary colours and gemstones, and all of these things that have become really big in my personal way of doing makeup in the last few years. I feel next year there’s going to be a further extension of that.” Such belief Baker has in this beauty movement, she co-founded BAKEUP, a brand specifically designed to push the boundaries of experimental beauty and self-expression. “It...
I Just Tried Tons of New Perfumes—These Are the 10 That Stood Out
I love trying new perfumes. Unlike makeup where I tend to stick with what I know, or skincare, where chopping and changing between products is a big no-no, fragrance is a product that affords me complete freedom. My favourite morning ritual is deciding which perfume to wear, and I switch it up each day based on how I’m feeling, what my plans are, and what I’m wearing. Of all the five senses, smell is the one most connected with memory and emotion, so if you’re approaching the new year looking to make changes or about to start something new, then wearing a new fragrance is also a great way to switch things up and acknowledge a new season, phase, or state of mind. Of course, there are plenty of classic scents and bestselling fragrances to choose from, but if you’re search...
Sienna Miller Just Wore the Winter Coat Trend Every Editor Is Buying Into
There are many reasons to love a shearling coat, most notably is their ability to keep us warm. But you know what I love most about them? They tread the line between cosy and cool so well, and depending on the style, you can truly offer so many different looks. Want to keep it casual? You just need jeans and a cashmere knit underneath. Or, to give it a sporty edge, switch your cashmere for a hoodie, jeans for joggers and wear with your favourite sneakers. Keen to elevate it? Pair with a knitted jersey dress and knee-high boots–this brings out its 70s style and is a winning outfit build for those days filled with back-to-back meetings followed by dinner. The way Miller did it however, with leather pants and a pointed boot works in the same vein–it’s cool and ...
29 Last-Minute NYE Party Pieces from Zara, M&S and River Island
Is it just me, or did this year go incredibly quickly? I’m known among my friends and family for being the first person to buy and wrap Christmas presents, but as the last 12 months flew by I didn’t even have the time to make my usual October deadline and this year I’ve been guilty of a lot of last minute purchases. Given that I’ve only just finished my shopping with a matter of days to go until they’re unwrapped again, I also haven’t had the opportunity to think about the event that some people will have been counting down to for the last 364 days–New Year’s Eve, but more specifically, what I’m even going to wear. There is the same pressure every NYE to not only find the most exciting party, but also to wear the perfect outfit, and if l...
