Hotel Secrets | Hotel Americano

July 17, 2012

New York's Chelsea neighborhood is known across the world for being a hub for art and design. In an area described best as "industrial chic," it is no wonder why Grupo Habita's Hotel Americano has become a popular destination, a "clubhouse for the art elite." Designed by New York-based architect Enrique Norten, Hotel Americano is characterized by its minimalist appearance and steel-and-glass aesthetic. The interior, designed by Parisian Arnaud Montigny,...

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Introducing The Travel + Leisure Global Bazaar? Store, Powered by L-atitude.com

July 16, 2012

It is no secret that Travel + Leisure? Magazine knows best when it comes to worldly adventures, and it is with great pleasure that we announce the launch of The Travel + Leisure Global Bazaar? Store, Powered by L-atitude.com, bringing the world's best shopping straight to your doorstep!

It is no secret that Travel + Leisure? Magazine knows best when it comes to worldly adventures, and it is with great pleasure that we announce the launch of The Travel + Leisure Global Bazaar? Store, Powered by L-atitude.com, bringing the world's best shopping straight to your doorstep! It is no secret that Travel + Leisure? Magazine knows best when it comes to worldly adventures, and it is with great...

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Gypset's Julia Chaplin

July 13, 2012

Journalist, author, designer, and avid adventurer, Julia Chaplin coined the term ?Gypset? to describe the high- flying, low- key lifestyle shared by her friends. After documenting this freewheeling bohemian lifestyle in a book series (Gypset Style, Gypset Travel, Gypset Living), she created the Gypset collection. Check out the story behind this ultra-cool label and shop Julia?s latest Gypset collection.

Journalist, author, designer, and avid adventurer, Julia Chaplin coined the term ?Gypset? to describe the high- flying, low- key lifestyle shared by her friends. After documenting this freewheeling bohemian lifestyle in a book series (Gypset Style, Gypset Travel, Gypset Living), she created the Gypset collection. Check out the story behind this ultra-cool label and shop Julia?s latest Gypset collection.

How would you describe Gypset?

Its the wanderlust of a gypsy mixed with the sophistication of jet-set.

What inspired you to venture into the realm of design and start your own collection?When I travelled to a gypset enclave, I was always looking for something to wear. Casual pieces that work for all occasions (for small suitcases) and that weren't too designer-looking, yet embody a mash of references. When you travel, first impressions are important as everyone is a stranger-- so it?s fun to wear clothes that tell a little a bit of a story about who you are (cool!) and where you came from (everywhere!).

What is on the Gypset moodboard? 

Dashikis, A Star is Born, "10",1970?s, Mexico, the desert.

 

 

What are five things you cannot leave home without when you are off exploring the world?

1. A sarong

    

2. A Tooschi bikini

    

3. A beat up pair of Havianas I bought in Rio seven years ago

    

4. A Burton snowboard bag with big wheels for pulling over sand and gravel

    

5. A pashmina that I use as a sweater, blanket, and robe

    

 

All images courtesy of Julia Chaplin.

 

Shop Julia?s latest Gypset collection.

 

 

 

 

Globetrotter | Ipek Irgit

July 13, 2012

Ipek Irgit, a Turkish fashionista and Julia Chaplin's partner in jetsetting, knows a thing or two about how to travel in style. Ipek has lived in New York for the past ten years working as a brand consultant and working with art direction and production. Ipek and Julia joined forces five years ago when they met on Halloween (Ipek says she likes "people that take Halloween seriously"), and the rest...

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Vanity Fair's NYC Summer Guide 2012

July 02, 2012

The concerts in the grass, sailboats in Central Park and rooftop parties all mean that summertime in New York City is in full swing. Vanity Fair's Annual Summer Guide continually unearths some of the City's best offerings, and the 2012 Edition is no exception. We pulled out some of our favorite VF recommendations - have a look! The concerts in the grass, sailboats in Central Park and rooftop parties all...

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Behind the Label | l'aviva

June 29, 2012

Global curator Laura Aviva, best known for her l?aviva home collection, recently returned from Uzbekistan where she uncovered her latest treasure - Vintage Ikat Scarves. Originally part of the dowry of many Uzbek girls, these delightful colorful wraps are a must-have accessory for contemporary wardrobes. Global curator Laura Aviva, best known for her l?aviva home collection, recently returned from Uzbekistan where she uncovered her latest treasure - Vintage Ikat Scarves....

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City Secrets | Montauk

June 27, 2012

When one thinks of the Surf Lodge in Montauk, the words "beach chic" are the first to come to mind. The beach-side hotel and restaurant, characterized by a bohemian sophistication, is the epitome of "summer freedom." It is the favorite getaway for city folk looking to ditch the hectic noise and chill out in a town run by local fishermen, artists and surfers. When one thinks of The Surf Lodge...

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Behind the Label | Sequence

June 21, 2012

A native of El Salvador, Ariela Suster moved to New York in 2002 to begin a high-profile career in fashion that included editorial stints at Lucky and InStyle and later, a styling gig on Bravo?s hit reality show ?Shear Genius.? She returned to her South American roots for her latest project,Sequence, an accessories collection that is entirely crafted in El Salvador. A native of El Salvador, Ariela Suster moved to...

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MMNY Festival: An Explosion of Music & Culture in New York

June 20, 2012

Today in New York, music is pouring through every window, door, nook, cranny, crack and crevice in the City. No, we are not talking about our noisy neighbors in the apartment next door. We are talking about our noisy neighbors across all of New York City, coming together to enjoy over 1,000 musical performances in celebration of cultures from across the world.     Today in New York, music is...

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Behind the Label | Organic Peroxide

May 29, 2012

Organic Peroxide is everything its name entails, in jewelry form. Mixing a bohemian feel with heavy metal is the hallmark of designer Michael Kozak?s line of bracelets and necklaces. Kozak has an eclectic taste and an obsession with contrasting themes, both of which are prevalent in Organic Peroxide?s style of jewelry. Kozak uses a multitude of colors and textures to create unforgettable pieces that bring city style and beach vibes...

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