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A selection and review from 2012 Miami Art Basel by style curator and VAGA’s Arts Editor, Natalie Kates. Image: artwork by Jean Philippe Illanes, “Premier Chagrin.” PULSE Miami Beach. Galerie Lot 10. Sonia Falcone Mark Diaz Brass Knuckle lamp Rotganzen “Melted Disco Balls” Graham Caldwell Kevin Cooley Bobby Cruz Liu Bolin Chanoir D*Face Anke Eilergerhard Ferris Plock […]
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As the Tunisian revolution began and youth rebelled against the system to fight for their rights and reclaim their country, one of their most beautiful and recognizable models was about to step into a public whirlwind of her own. Tunisian model, Kenza Fourati would become the first Arab model to ever be featured in the […]
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Brooklyn-based street artist Bast has been an intricate part of the street art scene for the past 10 years, with his wheat-pasted images prominently featured across New York and Europe’s urban landscape. Long before street art became a part of the mainstream, Bast was setting the tone and raising the bar with his iconic collaged […]
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Drawing inspiration from the legendary song “Mack the Knife,” our men’s fashion editorial, titled the same, captures the allure and hidden danger associated with its iconic character. Model Adam Bates stars in this narrative, embodying the suave yet sinister appeal of Mackie Messer. Each frame and fashion piece tells a tale of elegance entwined with […]
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In the stark contrasts of black and white, the world of men’s fashion finds its voice through the lens of resilience and transformation. “Fallout,” our latest editorial, captures the essence of post-modern style through the contemplative and commanding presence of model Patrick Kafka. This collection embodies a narrative of rebirth and introspection following the upheavals […]
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When the time came for grunge to take a shower, one woman epitomized the sleek, techno-forward convergence of rock and electronica. With warrior’s armor — dark eyeliner, ankle boots, and a sharp, uncompromising tongue — Shirley Manson was the consummate idol for a legion of Darklings, a generation of adolescents going through puberty in an […]
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Francesca Woodman was an American photographer who investigated female subjectivity, identity and performance using blurred, half hidden self-portraiture. With herself often the subject, her ghostly and narrative black and white photographs offer an insight into her unconscious and performative self. Woodman played with a camera’s exposure time and incorporated decrepit locations, using antique props such […]
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SWEATSHOPPE // Bruno Levy and Blake Shaw —style curator Natalie Kates SWEATSHOPPE: Redefining the Intersection of Art and Technology In an era where the lines between technology and art are increasingly blurred, SWEATSHOPPE emerges as a duo that challenges traditional artistic boundaries. Comprising Bruno Levy and Blake Shaw, the collaboration fuses technical innovation with artistic […]
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In the evocative fashion editorial Waking Life, photographer Christopher Hench captures model Val in a series of high-contrast, monochromatic images that explore the fluid boundaries between reality and dreamscapes. Styled by Riccardo Chiudioni, Val navigates urban environments adorned in a curated selection of contemporary menswear, featuring coats, wool pieces, modern jackets, and leather footwear from […]
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Update: Back in 2012, we this covered a fashion editorial that dove deep into the hipster subculture and indie sleaze trend, celebrating its rough edges, electrifying music, and those nostalgic MySpace vibes. Fast forward to today, and guess what? Indie sleaze is back and it’s as cool as ever. Shot on location by Kate Bellm, […]
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Paris Kain is a New York City-born artist whose work transcends traditional boundaries, seamlessly blending film, photography, sculpture, painting, and jewelry design. His diverse body of work reflects a rich tapestry of experiences, influenced by his extensive travels and unique upbringing. Early Life and Influences Growing up under the guidance of his anthropologist father, Kain […]
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Misty Miller is a veritable ingénue of folk/pop. With a small ukulele, a big voice and a pure heart she has strummed up a strong, influential and growing following. She was featured as one of the first artists picked for Christopher Bailey’s Burberry Acoustic, a platform that showcases young and new British artists. these ongoing acoustic […]
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