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July 29, 2011

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Amplifying Peace With The Voice Project

July 21, 2011

Music has the power to change the world. The Voice Project?the product of a collaboration between Hunter Heaney, musician Chris Holmes, and Anna Gabriel (Peter Gabriel?s daughter)?is rooted in the concept of using music as a means to achieving peace in war-torn Northern Uganda, Southern Sudan, and Eastern Congo.   Music has the power to change the world.  The Voice Project?the product of a collaboration between Hunter Heaney, musician Chris...

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Globe- Trotter: Pia Pauro

July 13, 2011

With a natural flair for design and a fabulous jet-set lifestyle, it?s safe to say Pia Pauro is a true society darling of Mumbai and Delhi. Pauro is the, owner of hot boutique Rockabella and an Indian Best Dressed List favorite. Her fashion endeavors, family restaurant business and adventurous spirit take her all over the world ? luckily she had a moment to talk to L-atitude about her travels.  ...

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Product Obsession: Friendship Bracelets

July 06, 2011

Who can forget those long hot summer days making and trading bracelets in return for eternal friendship? The colorful and intricately woven bracelets are thankfully back in a very big...and chic way.     They first hit the scene back in the sizzling 70?s--their symbolism of friendship, unity and love were an obvious hit with hippies and quickly adopted by every young girl with access to cotton yarn and a...

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The Table: Community Class

June 29, 2011

After Belgian bakery chain Le Pain Quotidien got Mumbai?s hip set to break bread together ? everyone wants a chair at their community tables ? a new restaurant/bar found a way to get us to have a collective chardonnay. After Belgian bakery chain Le Pain Quotidien got Mumbai?s hip set to break bread together ? everyone wants a chair at their community tables ? a new restaurant/bar found a way...

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L-atitude X John Robshaw Indian Bazaar

June 23, 2011

Last night's L-atitude event celebrating textile designer John Robshaw was a dreamy trip to Imperial New Delhi filled with luxury bedding, decorative pillows, tabletop linens and more.

Last night's L-atitude event celebrating textile designer John Robshaw was a dreamy trip to Imperial New Delhi filled with luxury bedding, decorative pillows, tabletop linens and more.  Establishing an "inner" scared space evoking the energy of sacred ceremony, John aims to spin the prayer wheels all the way into your home.  Gauging from the fine energy in his gorgeous New York showroom last night, he succeeds with aplomb.

 

 

 

Things to know about John and his master craft:

 

A fine arts graduate of Pratt, Robshaw specialized in traditional block printing in China.  Catching the Asia bug, he sourced his natural indigo dye in India, falling in love with local artisan textile traditions.

 

Working alongside artisans in villages of Gujarat and Rajasthan, India, John crafted court batiks in Yogyakarta, Indonesia, and his block printed sarongs and vegetable-dyed ikats in Thailand.

 

For his signature look he used his own ?painterly aesthetic? employing traditional methods for an updated spin on the exotic. He now works in workshops around India, travelling several months each year to oversee production and experiment hands-on.

 

John is a consultant for ?Aid to Artisans? a nonprofit community dedicated to creating economic opportunities for craftspeople in developing countries.  Most recently he travelled to Vietnam, Cambodia, Zimbabwe, and Bolivia to stay involved.  http://www.aidtoartisans.org/

 

Best of all, he has an online souk selling items he has collected including antique textiles and rare objects daring you to time travel with him.

 

http://johnrobshaw.com

Global Looks: Connecticut Chic

June 10, 2011

Crisp and clean, the Connecticut prep is celebrated as an American ideal first known as a Gibson Girl - healthy, unruffled, untouchable, wielding her tennis racket with unassailable confidence. Known for their independence and vigor, East Coast ladies still have sporty allure, with a feminine twist.

Crisp and clean, the Connecticut prep is celebrated as an American ideal first known as a Gibson Girl - healthy, unruffled, untouchable, wielding her tennis racket with unassailable confidence.  Known for their independence and vigor, East Coast ladies still have sporty allure, with a feminine twist.

Globetrotter: Nina Freudenberger

May 25, 2011

After earning a degree from Rhode Island School of Design and spending four years with New York firm Costas Kondylis and Partners, Nina Freudenberger decided to branch out on her own. The Munich born interior designer jumped into the scary world of working for herself and quickly found success as she founded her own design business while also opening a retail store in NYC?s Nolita neighborhood called Haus Interior. Given her attention to detail and undeniable enviable knack for artfully styling anyone?s house into a home, we reached out to Nina to talk all things interior design and travel.

After earning a degree from Rhode Island School of Design and spending four years with New York firm Costas Kondylis and Partners, Nina Freudenberger decided to branch out on her own. The Munich born interior designer jumped into the scary world of working for herself and quickly found success as she founded her own design business while also opening a retail store in NYC?s Nolita neighborhood called Haus Interior. Given her attention to detail and undeniable enviable knack for artfully styling anyone?s house into a home, we reached out to Nina to talk all things interior design and travel.

 

1.   You own a brilliant interior design retail store in New York called Haus Interior and run your own firm. Which three countries top your list for inspiration?  

 

I love traveling so try to get away every chance I get. I draw inspiration from each trip, but my largest influences are Scandinavia (the countryside in Denmark in particular),  southern Germany (Bavaria) /northern Austria (Salzburg) and each and every time I go to Paris!

 

2.  How would you describe your personal interior design aesthetic?

 

I would say that I lean towards the ?warm-modern look.? Clean lines in combination with natural materials are a constant throughout all of my work. I tend to stay neutral in my color choices but love to mix and match patterns for a fully decorated look.

 

3.  What are a few of your favorite stores or sites to visit for ethnic/travel inspired home accessories?

 

In New York City, there are quite a few shops that have a really well traveled look. John Derian is a classic but I also love De Vera and Andrew Martin. And of course ABC! (http://www.andrewmartin.co.uk/ - there is one in NYC, http://www.deveraobjects.com/, http://www.johnderian.com/)

 

4.  As a native of Munich, which shopping destinations in Germany do you consider a must-visit?

 

My two favorite cities for shopping are Berlin and Munich. Berlin has an incredible energy and is extremely supportive of young, innovative fashion designers. And Munich I always stop by my favorite store, Theresa, the owner has an incredible sense of style. (http://www.theresa.de/)

 

5.  How does your interior design vision reflect in your personal style? 

 

I tend to gravitate towards neutral colors and structured looks, such as blacks, nudes, grays and love to layer on major accessories to add that sparkle and glamour as a major statement. This season I am really loving that ?grellow? color ? that fabulous mustard/green yellow that is popping up everywhere, from clothing to home accessories.

 

6.  What are your favorite pieces from L-atitude?

 

All of them! It is such a wonderfully curated collection!  I think it is so exciting to be able to discover international designers through the site. Here are a few of my favorite pieces for the summer:

Shop Nina's Favorites From Top Left to Right:

Nicholas Liu Waterfall Bracelet

Lars Andersson Silk Lace Cowl Neck Tunic Dress

Emi Jorge 1565 Clutch

Emi Jorge Harana Clutch

Grand Bazaar Istanbul Ikat Pillow

Ibiza Straw Tote

Carmen Ho Lauren Flat

 

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May 12, 2011

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Globetrotters: Cecilia and Charlotte Bonstrom

May 11, 2011

Ultra chic style and jet setting schedules are just two of the many things that make sisters Cecilia and Charlotte Bonstrom quintessential It-girls of their native Stockholm. With modeling, design and incredible destinations under their belts, these two could definitely be considered gurus of all things style and travel ? which is why L-atitude just had to catch up with them for details on their perfect Stockholm itinerary.

SHOPPING:
What trip wouldn?t be complete without a bit of shopping? The following are just some of Stockholm?s can?t-miss spots:

 

Fashion:

-          NK:  The only department store you?ll find in Stockholm, this multi-brand destination carries all the Swedish labels including Bjorn Borg, Boomerang, Acne, Whyred, Tiger of Sweden, Eton Shirts, Filippa K, Marc O'Polo, Hunkydory, and J.Lindeberg.

-          Zadig&Voltaire: Master the art of Stockholm street-chic with the effortlessly cool wares of this It-girl mainstay.

-          Nathalie Schuterman: Peruse covetable designer fashions in this high-end shop and put together the perfect take on Stockholm?s feminine-cool style.

-          Judits, Lisa Larsson and 118 Second L?der are some of the city?s best offerings in vintage ? a must-visit for consignment seekers.

Home:

-          Orrefors/Kosta Boda: Stop here to indulge in beautiful Swedish crystal.

-          Svenskt Tenn:  This is your go-to shop for contemporary Swedish tin wares.

-          Illums Bolighus: (www.illumsbolighus.se) Head here for charming holiday buys.

 

CULTURE:

Enjoy your daily dose of caffeine and meet with friends for a 'FIKA' at Le Cafe or Gateau in Sturegallerian. For those with a sweet tooth, the cinnamon buns, or ?kanel bulle,? are a must-order.

 

Take a trip over the bridge to Skeppsholmen and down to Museum Row, where you?ll find a trio of options to satisfy your culture fix: Moderna Museet, (www.modernamuseet.se) Ostasiatiska Museet, and Arkitektur Museet.

 

For a dose of old Stockholm charm, be sure to visit the cobble-stoned streets of Gamla Stan. Its enchanting boutiques are the perfect place to find souvenirs for friends and family. Finish the day with a glimpse of the official residence of the king, the Kungliga Slottet, for a moment of history.

 

For a more relaxing taste of Swedish culture, head to Sturebadet, which is located in the middle of Sthlm. Built in 1885, the spa boasts treatments, yoga, a Turkish bath, and a swimming pool ? exactly what you?ll need to recharge.

 

RESTAURANTS:

Two delicious lunch options are H?tel Diplomate n Strandvagen and

Sturekompaniet Sturegatan. For dinner, check out PA&C:o, a culinary staple in Stockholm. The restaurant has been a regular haunt for intellectuals, celebrities, and cool Stockholm tastemakers for over twenty years. A more off-the-beaten-path choice is Brofastet, a restaurant in Hornstull area of Stockholm, which calls to mind sentiments of New York City?s Waverly Inn.

 

HOTELS:

Finally, rest your head on a decadent pillow for the evening with your ideal refuge for the trip. Hotel Grand holds a more traditional and elegant feel, while Lydmar Hotel lends towards the young & hip clientele ? proving Stockholm has some of the most luxurious lodging options whatever your preferred style may be.