PHILANTHROPY
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It always seems to be a perfect spring day in Tory Burch world-and Tuesday's Embrace Ambition Summit, hosted by The Tory Burch Foundation, was no exception. After months of grim winter weather, sunshine finally poured into Alice Tully Hall and onto a sold-out audience of Burch enthusiasts, decked in bold-colored prints and Reva flats.
"The last time I won an award, I somehow, accidentally, ended up running for President," Oprah Winfrey joked to a crowd of Museum of Modern Art supporters at the Ziegfeld theater ballroom on Tuesday afternoon. "So, I'm going to choose my words very carefully today."
Legendary collector and philanthropist talks about The Parrish Museum
At Cipriani 42nd street last night, legendary figures from the worlds of art, music, film philanthropy, media and design collided to celebrate the legendary man who worked across all these genres, and present some awards in his name, at the Gordon Parks FoundationAwards Dinner and Auction.
Anyone who's ever been to Stacey Griffith's SoulCycle class on a weekday morning knows that half the battle is just getting in the door. If you aren't a "SuperSoul" member willing to pay $70 a class, you won't be able to register early or even get priority on the waitlist.
Back in December 2017, OXO PR director Gretchen Witt embarked on a pretty ambitious baking project when she whipped up a batch of 96,000 cookies with the help of her two-year-old son, Liam. At the time, he was in remission from neuroblastoma, a rare cancer of the nervous system and the family was looking for a way to pay it forward.
America's Got Talent has nothing on The Best of the Bronx!-that much was clear on Wednesday night, at the fourth annual BronxWrites Poetry Slam Finals, presented by Dreamyard and GlobalWrites at Joe's Pub.
Foreseeable Future Foundation Founder Griffin Pinkow has run four marathons: New York City, Boston, Chicago and Philadelphia. He also competes on the cycling circuit at a national level, despite only picking up the sport two years ago. He's competed in World Ultra Timed Trial Championships in San Diego, riding over 150 miles in 12 hours.
"Just beautiful and not too much. It's always so elegantly done," sighed Lucia Hwong Gordon. The socialite wasn't commenting on the work of the Upper East Side's most talented plastic surgeon, but instead on the décor at Cipriani 42nd Street, which was dressed up for the 33rd annual Winter Ball, hosted by the Directors Council of the Museum of the City of New York.
On Monday, 370 of New York's most powerful men and women turned out in support of the prestigious Women's Board of the Boys' Club of New York, who hosted their annual Winter Luncheon. Co-chair Kristen Allen invited her friend Thomas L.
Legendary arts patron Agnes Gund saw a need for incorporating visual arts into the classroom at a time (1977) when city- and statewide budget cuts were threatening the existence of art education programs in public schools. In response, Gund created the nonprofit Studio in a School.
Wouldn't it be cool if you could walk into one of New York City's many fabulous art museums and actually buy the stuff on display (dibs on the bronze at the Met!)? That's kind of what you get to do at the European Fine Art Fair (TEFAF) this fall at the Park Avenue Armory.
Conscious Culture: Yoga, Eco + Humanitarian Issues, Music, Art. conversations that matter.
WOMEN AT WORK
Sallie Krawcheck and Alexandra Lebenthal are passionate advocates for women on Wall Street, but they're also realists when it comes to being a woman in a male-dominated field. "For the most part, we like to look out for each other and be nurturing," Lebenthal said, "but unfortunately, you do have to be out for yourself to a certain extent if you're going to make it up the ladder."
Interview with Prima Ballerina about Restless Creature, a documentary about the end of her career at the New York City ballet
Over three long years, Victoria was diagnosed with pericarditis, Lyme disease, and cancer. Her illnesses, experience as a pharmacist, and a chance encounter with her teenage neighbors would make her an expert and advocate for medical cannabis. Over three years, Victoria was diagnosed with pericarditis, Lyme disease, and breast cancer.
Spending an hour with Stellene Volandes in her sunny, well-appointed, and comfortable office is a bit like spending an hour curled up on a lounge chair on vacation reading Town & Country , the magazine she's been running as editor in chief since 2016.
The beauty and fashion magnate tell DEPARTURES her tips for wellness on the road.
Fashion editor and Milan insider J.J. Martin is bringing fresh energy to the world of vintage with her lifestyle brand La DoubleJ. Beloved for bright colors and retro patterns, the collection has grown to include womenswear, swimsuits, housewares and girls' dresses.
Swap out Miranda, Samantha, and Carrie for a trio of adorable kids and you might have someone a lot like writer-actress Jill Kargman. The native New Yorker, who has also been likened to a "female Larry David," isn't afraid to bring viewers into her world in the hilariously satirical Odd Mom Out-its third season premieres on Wednesday, July 12, on Bravo-and in her bestselling books Momzillas and Sometimes I Feel Like a Nut.
HEALTH AND WELLNESS
Over three long years, Victoria was diagnosed with pericarditis, Lyme disease, and cancer. Her illnesses, experience as a pharmacist, and a chance encounter with her teenage neighbors would make her an expert and advocate for medical cannabis. Over three years, Victoria was diagnosed with pericarditis, Lyme disease, and breast cancer.
During the Summer of 2012, I embarked on a 100-minute journey at SoulCycle's Barn Studio in Bridgehampton. I took this on because my favorite instructor, Stacey Griffith, announced that she was leading it at the end of one of her other (shorter!)
So what do I, a middle-aged, Upper East Side mom, have in common with Michael Jordan, the Victoria's Secret Angels, and Jennifer Aniston? Well, not much, honestly...except that, like them, I have actually paid money to dance in front of a perfect stranger-wearing only my swimsuit, mittens, and tube socks-in a phone booth-like chamber set to minus-250 degrees Fahrenheit.
By Amanda Taylor Brokaw Five Pillars Yoga has offered yin, vinyasa, and restorative yoga classes at a pop-up studio in Water Mill for the last two summers. Though Karen Mehiel and Olga Palladino, who co-founded Five Pillars' flagship on the Upper East Side, originally planned a summer-only run, they've decided to keep the business open after Labor Day.
Yoga Gives is a community and a resource for those interested in being of service through yoga. Working together with non-profit partners focused on health, wellness and education, we produce yoga-related benefit classes and events that introduce a new audience to great causes, while also introducing the supporters of various non-profits to the practice and teachings of yoga.
By Amanda Taylor Brokaw Five Pillars Yoga has offered yin, vinyasa, and restorative yoga classes at a pop-up studio in Water Mill for the last two summers. Though Karen Mehiel and Olga Palladino, who co-founded Five Pillars' flagship on the Upper East Side, originally planned a summer-only run, they've decided to keep the business open after Labor Day.
TRAVEL
The holiday season is a time for slowing down and reconnecting with family, outside of hectic day-to-day responsibilities. While many travelers opt for domestic destinations to be closer to loved ones, this time of year is a great opportunity to head out to a far-flung locale, as it's not traditionally a peak season for international travel.
From sailing the Italian Riviera to scouting out the northern lights, these family adventures will bring everyone together-without driving anyone crazy. Depending on your children's ages, interests and need for structure and/or attention, the summer months can either feel endless or fly by.
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THE BUSINESS OF FASHION
Till Jagla, the Global Creative Director of Adidas Originals, is innovating for the future.
Veronica Miele Beard and Veronica Swanson Beard are sisters-in-law who launched their brand in the fall of 2010. Miele Beard cut her teeth in the finance industry for a long while, while Swanson Beard previously worked in fashion, with positions in sales at Narciso Rodriguez and Alberta Ferretti.
Fit fashionistas and their male admirers packed the house at Saks Fifth Avenue to get a first look at the Wellery, Saks's pop-up wellness center/fashion boutique for well-heeled New Yorkers in the market for the latest health, fitness, and beauty trends.
With a sleek, all-black matte design, glow-in-the-dark flourishes, and superior technology, Leica's newest release effortlessly marries style with function.
As well known as the likes of André Leon Talley, Anna Wintour, and Diane von Furstenberg are behind the scenes at New York Fashion Week, so is the man photographing them all (with a droll wit), Landon Nordeman.
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