Posts tagged with "porcelain"

The Love Guide is a comprehensive gift guide inside 360 MAGAZINE

Love Guide

Finding the perfect gift can be difficult, and when shopping for the person you love most, you certainly don’t want to get anything that’s not the best. A box of chocolates and flowers may be fine, but it’s much better to get something more original to show them you care.

360 has compiled a list of the best things to buy for your loved ones.  

Louis Vuitton Essentials

Looking to spruce up your wardrobe with a little classic, luxury flare? Louis Vuitton has you covered with pieces from their Spring in the City Collection and Run55 collections. These youthful pieces showcase bright, upbeat colors that are sure to add an ambiance to your everyday pieces.

Louis Vuitton Bag sneaker via Gnazzo Group for use by 360 MAGAZINE
Louis Vuitton Run55 sneaker via Gnazzo Group for use by 360 MAGAZINE

Stone+Lain 

Beautify a table and enhance every culinary experience, one plate, one bowl, one dish at a time. More than just dishware, Stone+Lain craft experiences out of porcelain, china, and stone. Their plates and bowls come in a variety of colors, designs, and sizes as they are all about offering high-quality tableware that’s also highly affordable. Stone+Lain believes that a formal or casual table moment should be priceless, not pricey. From dreamy, marbled designs to sleek minimalist motifs, Stone+Lain appeals to all personal preferences with a vast array of unique and eye-catching settings. Porcelain, stoneware, bone china… they are the destination for tableware.

Stone+Lain via ChicExecs Brand Strategy for use by 360 Magazine

Kidrobot × The Andy Warhol Foundation

The newest collaboration from Kidrobot and The Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts is launching on Kidrobot.com and in select museum stores. Andy Warhol Pop Art Collection One, a curated box containing apparel and limited-edition collectible tributes to the ground-breaking artist’s work, is strictly limited to 1,000 pieces worldwide.

Andy Warhol Pop Art Collection Dunny Box One includes:

  • Limited edition Andy Warhol “Self Portrait” short-sleeve t-shirt with printed signature sleeve (available in sizes S-XXL)
  • 1 x mystery “Many Faces of Andy Warhol” 3-inch blind box figure
  • Andy Warhol “X-Ray Banana” 5″ Dunny
  • Two collectible Warhol rubber magnets measuring 3 inches each
  • Andy Warhol “15 Minutes” metal pin measuring 1.5 inches

The collection comes packaged in a Kidrobot x Andy Warhol box. Each box is limited to 1,000 worldwide and is only available on Kidrobot.com and museum stores.

Check out the entire Kidrobot x Andy Warhol line HERE.

Andy Warhol x Kidrobot via Kidrobot for use by 360 Magazine

G-Shock

Casio’s latest additions to its G-SHOCK MOVE lineup, the Burning Red Series, are perfect for a significant other. The new collection brings a striking red colorway to two of the brand’s most popular fitness models, the GBA900 and GBD200, which provide technical features to take your training to the next level. 

Offering both function and style, the new GBA900RD-4A and GBD200RD-4 are built with the absolute toughness G-SHOCK models are known for, as well as the tools to provide users with customized technology to support a variety of workouts. This includes features like Bluetooth® functionality that enables users to measure running distance, speed, pace, calorie consumption, and more. Additional features include a step tracker, a graphical display of workout intensity, and an achievement graph to show progression towards individualized goals.

In addition, both models boast a built-in accelerometer, which can automatically record daily movements when paired with the G-SHOCK MOVE app. The innovative measurement function can log mileage, speed/pace, and calories burned, making sure users stay on track with their fitness goals for the new year.

The GBD200RD-4 also features a High Contrast MIP display, a slim profile, and a bold, red urethane band with multiple band holes to improve air exchange and provide enhanced comfort and moisture control, as well as ensuring a precise fit while on the move.

The GBA900RD-4A boasts a classic G-SHOCK shape along with a large LCD display, which provides the user with increased visibility of the multi-functional analog-digital display. Similar to the GBD200, the watch’s lugs have ventilation parts to improve air exchange and moisture-wicking, while the red urethane band features multiple band holes, allowing for precise length adjustments and maximum comfort while the wearer is on the move.

The new timepieces also come equipped with G-SHOCK technology including:

  • Shock Resistance
  • 200M Water Resistance
  • 2 Year Battery Life
  • LED (Super LED)
  • Full Auto Calendar
  • World Time (GBD200 only)
  • Dual Time (GBA900 only)
  • 12/24 Hour Time Formats

The GBA900RD-4A will retail for $130 and the GBD200RD-4 will retail for $150. Both models will be available for purchase beginning this January at select G-SHOCK retailers, the G-SHOCK Soho Store, and HERE.

Alternatively, GMAS2100-4A offers octagonal bezels and a monochromatic look. This design is ideal for those who love a little pop of color in her day to day wardrobe. 

Go slim, clean and bold with a mid-sized black resin band on GMS2100PG-1A4. Forged in stainless steel with rounded hairline finish, the strong rose gold bezel says superior style all the way. The lettering at the top and bottom are engraved as well, providing a simple, one-piece design.

G-Shock GMD800-1

The GMDB800-1 ($99) is one of our most stylish fitness watches to date. Its sleek black case matches any outfit, while the rose gold dial perfectly blends workout gear with casual style. It also is pairable with Bluetooth, meaning people can keep track of all of her workout stats safely on her phone. 

Casio via G-Shock Watches for use by 360 Magazine

A Hat or Jersey from Lids at American Dream

Leading sports retailer Lids has opened its first-ever store at American Dream, the unrivaled entertainment/retail center located minutes from New York City in East Rutherford, NJ. The new, 7,000 sq ft store at American Dream will be the first East Coast Flagship location for Lids and its largest store to date.

The new location will feature Lids’ signature assortment of vast headwear, apparel, jerseys, and novelty items for men, women, and kids. Product will include options from major North American leagues including MLB, NFL, NHL, and NBA, among others, as well as from go-to brands including Adidas, New Era Cap, ’47, Mitchell & Ness, Hurley, Oakley, Local Crowns, and more. With over 2,000 unique headwear selections and over 600 different jersey styles to choose from, this Lids store will have the largest selection of hats and jerseys in the U.S. 

“We’re thrilled to kick off the new year strong with the opening of Lids’ debut East Coast Flagship Store at the iconic American Dream,” said Lawrence Berger: partner and chairman of FanzzLids Holdings. “Our largest Lids store to date will offer our shoppers the largest selection of headwear and jerseys anywhere in the U.S. with the vast team and product assortment our customers know to expect from us. We’re looking forward to locals and shoppers visiting from afar enjoying this top-of-the-line shopping experience.” 

This flagship store will also feature an expanded customization section and offer on-site customization of hats, jerseys, t-shirts, and more at Lids’ signature Custom Zone. Additional features and experiential components will be added to the Lids store in the weeks to follow, including a jumbotron above the Custom Zone, located in the center of the store to replicate the look and feel of an in-game experience.

Lids via Berk Communications for use by 360 Magazine

Maestro Moon Phase Watch

The Maestro Moon Phase gives a new meaning to space & time. A moon phase aperture at six o’clock adds an element of otherworldly romance to this classic watch. Moon phase displays were common on clocks & pocket watches dating back to the renaissance period. Combining art & science, this feature demonstrates watchmaking technical mastery. Moon phase watches show the various phases of the moon, which has always provided time with an orientation. The moon was the first method of telling the passing of months.

A “moon phase” is the lighted area of the moon that is visible as it travels around the earth. Its journey is exactly 29 days, 12 hours, 44 minutes & 2.9 seconds.

To set your maestro moon phase watch, you must determine the date of the last full moon in the lunar cycle. Once you have the number of days, pull out the crown and twist counterclockwise. Turn once for each day elapsed.

While this measurement of time may be antiquated; it still represents historical craftsmanship & gives this maestro model a whimsical vintage appeal. The combined open balance wheel on this maestro watch reveals the “heart of the movement”. It is just a glimpse into the precision, quality, and technical assembly inside the refined design of a 39.5mm case.

Watch Illustration by Mina Tocalini for use by 360 Magazine

NOIRANCA’s Black Salon

NOIRANCA, the 360-degree, full-on sustainability accessories brand has just launched a new campaign celebrating African American culture through the prism of the unique characteristics of black hair.

With stunning imagery that highlights individual artistic expression and empowerment NOIRANCA‘s latest campaign looks at hair’s power to make a strong political statement.

“Black hair is liberation, a statement, an aesthetic of self.”  

NOIRANCA bag via Vaughn Lowery for use by 360 Magazine

Flora Hemp Spirits

Mix it up with the world’s first cannabinoid alcohol alternatives. A bright botanical flavor profile makes Flora the perfect substitute for alcohol and provides users with the relaxing, therapeutic effects of cannabinoids. Essentially, they provide similar effects of alcohol without its many health problems, including hangovers. It’s time to normalize social cannabinoid consumption and start drinking differently! Check out Flora’s Instagram and Facebook.

Flora Hemp Spirits via Vaughn Lowery for use by 360 Magazine

Fresh Peaches

Be prepared when nature strikes with Fresh Peaches

Fresh Peaches Toilet Paper Gel provides an upgraded wiping experience that also solves common toilet paper frustrations. This wet wipe alternative moisturizes dry toilet paper which eliminates friction so that your rear receives a soothing wipe for a superior clean.

Unlike foam or water-based wet wipe alternative products, this specially formulated gel eliminates friction without breaking toilet paper down so there’s no piling or tearing as you wipe!  

Fresh Peaches can also be used as feminine hygiene wipes and baby wipes, made from restorative ingredients like witch hazel, vitamin B, and green tea. 

  • Includes a 5oz bottle for use at home and a 20ml Pocket bottle for on the go 
  • Clinically tested. Hypoallergenic, non-irritating, and safe for sensitive skin
  • No fragrances, dyes, or additives

Their products are made with 98% natural ingredients and are flushable and biodegradable, so you can trust the flush.

Fresh Peaches via Vaughn Lowery and Everything Branding for use by 360 Magazine

ADAMVS Wines

ADAMVS offers three extraordinary reds to pair with any meal or for a special gift—the 2016 TERES ($135), 2016 QUINTVS ($220), and 2016 ADAMVS ($375). ADAMVS is also offering virtual Valentine’s tastings throughout the month of February as a way to connect consumers with the winery.

Alternatively, for those visiting the wine country during the Valentine’s Day weekend or the month of February, ADAMVS is offering a guest experience that is as special as its wines and takes place in either the stunning Cypress House Tasting Room or the adjacent Wine Library.  The Cypress House is an open glass room surrounded by a freestanding log wall sculpture, a light-filtering device that frames views of the forested site.  The Wine Library is a 12-inch solid wall cast concrete structure that revived a historical agricultural building. 

The ADAMVS tasting experience also includes an extraordinary cheese and charcuterie board prepared by the Estate Culinary Director.  A tour of the vineyard, meet and greets with the farm animals, and several other vineyard surprises are also included. 

The tasting fee is $125 per person.

glass of wine via Mina Tocalini for use by 360 Magazine

Hopping Ghosts Figurine

Osaka Popstar presents “Hopping Ghosts” the new Ltd Ed. 8″ vinyl figure that comes complete with its own punk-rock theme song!

Chinese vampire mythology takes a spin through the mind of Osaka Popstar creator/frontman John Cafiero-who designed the figure and penned the accompanying single.

Each figure is 8-inches tall, with a removable scroll spell accessory, and comes packaged in a full-color art box with a free download card for the new single “Hopping Ghosts” by Osaka Popstar. The single features John Cafiero (vocals) backed by a lineup featuring Dennis Diken (The Smithereens) Drums, Sal Maida (Cracker, Milk & Cookies, Roxy Music) Bass, and Dean Rispler (The Dictators NYC, Voluptuous Horror of Karen Black) Guitar. Download also includes an alternate “animated instrumental” version (as heard in the animated promo for the new figure line).

What exactly is a Hopping Ghost? Known as Jiangshi in Chinese folklore and kyonshī in Japan, hopping ghosts or hopping vampires are basically a breed of zombie; reanimated corpses dressed in traditional garments from the Qing Dynasty. Rigor mortis has set in so they can only move around by hopping with their arms outstretched! They can’t see using traditional vision. Instead, they sense living creatures by their breath and seek to absorb the life force of the living. They can be stopped with a scroll to the forehead containing a spell written in a mix of ink and blood and led by Taoist priests using bells.

  • produced by Osaka Popstar
  • 8 inches tall
  • vinyl
  • window boxed

Hopping Ghost via Tenacious Toys for use by 360 Magazine

Reebok Solution Mid

New for 2022, Reebok have debuted “Solution Mid” ($80), a streamlined basketball sneaker inspired by Allen Iverson‘s iconic Question Mid. Offered in three narrative SKU’s (GY0930, GY0931, GY0933), the shoe is available now in adult unisex sizing from DSW, Famous Footwear, and other select retailers, and will release on their website in March.

Issued for the prolific point guard at the dawn of his ’96 rookie season, Iverson’s signature Question Mid is recognized as one of the most important basketball sneakers in modern history.

A sleek, lightweight interpretation, the new “Solution Mid” brings together Reebok hoops heritage, Iverson DNA and contemporary design, resulting in a unique model that’s fitting both on court and off.

Initial colorway offerings include:

  • White/Red (GY0930): Inspired by the OG red-toe Question issued for Iverson’s ’96 rookie premiere–his first signature shoe.
  • Black/White (GY0931): Rewinds to fall ’20 and the coveted “OG Meets OG” Question Mid.
  • Black/Black (GY0933): Understated, stealth execution.

Key features include an OG-inspired ghillie lacing system, a mesh upper underlay and tongue, synthetic leather upper overlays and toe box, a translucent outsole, and an Iverson graphic sockliner.

Reebok Solution Mid via Reebok for use by 360 Magazine

ChopBox

Do you have lofty goals of eating healthier in the New Year? Maybe your goals are to be more sustainable and thoughtful about where your food comes from? Upgrade your meat selection with high-quality, high protein options from ChopBox

Their hand-picked meats are always delivered fresh, never frozen, directly to your door. Each premium cut is sourced from farms that value sustainable practices for rich flavor, remarkable tenderness, and a higher protein and vitamin content than your usual supermarket fare.

Choose from your favorite everyday staples to special occasion cuts:

  • Steakhouse Sliders
  • Center Cut Filet Mignon
  • Duroc Boneless Pork Loin Chop
  • Faroe Island Salmon
  • Prime Rib Roast
  • Murray’s Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts
  • And so much more!

ChopBox also offers numerous sauces, spices, and cheeses so you can complete your feast or set the stage for your next big event.

Chopbox via Everything Branding for use by 360 Magazine

PatPat.com

What do you do when love is in the air, but wintery hues are still taking up space in their closet? Add a splash of red, a hint of pink, and a whole lot of hearts with the help of PatPat.com!

Whether you like to match for family photos or are looking for an affordable way to keep those quickly growing toddlers clothed, at PatPat.com you can discover the latest trends and comfort fabrics at unbeatable prices. 

For Babies:

  • Ribbed Heart Allover Long-Sleeve Romper – Dainty and sweet, this onesie is hard to resist when paired with your little one.
  • Baby Boy Red Love Heart Raglan Jumpsuit – Savor the time you have to make your wardrobe choices with this adorable classic.

For Big Kids:

  • Pretty Heart Decor Chiffon T-Shirt – One part princess and one part pink, what’s not to like?

Coordinated Family Looks:

  • Family Matching Red Ruched Long-sleeve Belted Dresses and Colorblock Sweatshirts Sets- Wear your heart on your sleeve with this adorable family matching set.

PatPat.com Clothing via Vaughn Lowery for use by 360 Magazine

Eyeleos

See your loved one clearer this holiday with glasses from Eyeleos and show them how much they mean to you with a stylish pair of sunnies, blue light glasses, or prescription frames!

This fun and fashionable brand will give your partner the opportunity to see you in a new perspective–aka the best spouse ever!

Eyeleos is the newest eyewear brand on the market giving back to charities across the country with every purchase made. Offering customizable designs for men and women in a wide range of colors and designs!

Check out some thoughtful gift options for your husband, wife, or partner on a special day!

Snow Teeth Whitener

Sometimes, even when brushing your teeth twice a day, you can still end up with slightly yellowed teeth. This is natural for many individuals and can even be related to genetics. Nevertheless, they don’t make for great Instagram selfies. Snow has developed a way for your teeth to be whiter than ever with their teeth whitening kit. And now, it’s completely wireless, so you don’t have to worry about keeping your head near a charger just to have a whiter smile. You will see results after just one use!

Les Deux No. 1

Les Deux No. 1 is the perfect perfume for your significant other. It contains hints of jasmine, incense, cardamom, vetiver, tobacco leaf, Brazilian rosewood, and cedarwood, making it perfect for all genders. It’s also subtle, perfect for all occasions, and is built to last throughout the day. Be sure to check it out. 

Big Shake’s

Nashville hot chicken that causes a buzz from coast to coast is what Big Shake’s is all about. Until recently, however, those being able to enjoy the food were limited to people in the Nashville, Tenn., area. That’s all changed now that the chain is offering nationwide shipping of its famous hot chicken, as well as a line of its other popular products. Within two days from placing the order, dinner can be on the table no matter where you live around the country.

“We had such a demand for our food around the country that we had to perfect a way to get it to people no matter where they live,” explains Shawn Davis, otherwise known as Chef Big Shake, owner of Big Shake’s restaurants. “Now we offer nationwide shipping, giving people the opportunity to serve up some Big Shake’s for dinner, whether they are in Nashville, Seattle, or Miami. We have you covered.”

The Chef Big Shake team perfected the process of offering nationwide shipping of its food. Each order is cooked and bagged perfectly and arrives with reheating instructions so that people can get the tasty meal on the table with ease. Big Shake’s also offers a 10% discount for all first orders when signing up for emails.

Some of the options people can order include:

  • Nashville hot chicken dinner–Includes 16 pieces of mixed white and dark chicken, two pounds of mac and cheese, two pounds of white beans, and one package of cornbread. 
  • Jumbo tenders–Includes 12-24 jumbo tenders and cornbread.
  • Big Shake’s hot mess chicken sandwich–Comes with six buns, chicken breast, fixings, coleslaw, and ghost pepper mayo.
  • Crispy crunchy breaded hot wings–Order 50 or 100 wings, served with choice of ranch or bleu cheese.
  • Big Shake’s world-famous hot chicken and waffles–Includes 12 jumbo tenders, 6 waffles, butter, and syrup.
  • Chicken dinner pack–Includes 12 jumbo chicken tenders, two pounds of mac and cheese, two pounds of white beans, and one pack of cornbread.

Blundstone Boots

With the holiday right around the corner, it’s time to get that last-minute shopping complete, and Blundstone has something for everyone on your list. If you’re in the NYC area, the Blundstone Pop-Up Shop located in SoHo at 250 Lafayette Street, has endless pairs of boots that are as comfortable as they are stylish. With a wide range of colors, styles, and prices, there’s a pair perfect for your loved ones. Skip shipping delays and shop in-store for Australia’s most beloved boot brand. However, they can also be purchased HERE and HERE. Depicted below is style 992.

Raymond Weil Noemia Collection

The Noemia ladies watch is a new watch for women, and a perfect gift for your wife or girlfriend. It has a perfectly contoured stainless steel bracelet with satin-finish links. The watch face is constructed of an exquisite quartz interior and (depending on the model) contains 11 diamonds on the indices, and 36 on the case. The name came from the granddaughter of Raymond Weil. It is available in a 32-millimeter case.

Allison Christensen illustrates a watch for 360 Magazine

In Good Tastes

Enjoy an assortment of fine wines without the pressure of opening a full bottle with In Good Tastes single-serving bottles! This diverse selection of mini bottles includes wine varietals curated from California, Italy, Spain, France, and more. These convenient single-serving bottles are perfect for indulging on your own or gifting to a wine-loving friend!

  • Discover a new region or style of winemaking you wouldn’t have considered
  • Each wine is handpicked and available in limited batches
  • Try new wines without wasting a whole bottle
  • Single-glass bottles are 187ml (About a glass and a half)
  • Delivered directly to your door
  • Cute glass mini bottles are perfect for upcycling!

Gucci Diana Tote

With a blast from the past comes the reimagined Gucci Diana tote bag collection. The chic design with bamboo handles seeks inspiration from its original edition that came out back in the ‘90s. Each leather bag can be found in three differing sizes with an assortment of color choices. Each bag is equipped with a removable leather belt that resembles that of the initial version of the ‘90s bag.

Gucci Diana tote bag image via Rachael Cortese for use by 360 MAGAZINE

Instapump Fury Zone “Citron”

Reebok will release the Instaump Fury Zone “Citron” (G55142, $150), the next colorway of this brand-new exploration of Pump technology from Reebok Basketball, revealed this past February.

Fury Zone offers a modern interpretation of Instapump Fury design language, paired with Pump technology and built for the modern-day blacktop with style and comfort all-in-one. Following the launch of its inaugural Pump Omni Zone II OG “Black & Orange” colorway, the Instapump Fury Zone “Citron” pays homage to the Instapump Fury OG, Reebok’s futuristic lace-less running sneaker released in ’94. 

The Instapump Fury Zone “Citron” (G55142, $150) is available beginning March 18 from Reebok.com, Foot Locker, Finish Line, and Champs Sports, among other retailers, with additional colorways releasing this year.

Moonlight Collection

What better way to show your love then to give your partner a new pair of shoes!

On the heels of the grand-ball-inspired Spring-Summer 2022 collection by Nicolas Ghesquière, this season’s footwear embodies the encounter between avant-garde and the unique heritage of a Maison that transcends the ages. 

A new emblematic style modeled by Lous and the Yakuza, the Moonlight is a modern ankle boot that blends comfort with design in various styles and colorways. It is a sleek and stylish modern boot that feels like it should be uncomfortable, but actually isn’t. Prices start at $1,720.

Westerlay Orchids

Westerlay Orchids are uniquely colorful, bramble orchids! Great for uplighting someone’s indoor space and their spirits. Each Bramble bloom is one-of-a-kind. No two plants are alike, cascading down the side of a glazed ceramic pot, each orchid exhibits love and appreciation that needs no wrapping. Simply choose from a variety of colors and deliver to a loved one for elegant, long-lasting beauty for their special day.

Available at all West Coast Kroger locations or shop box of orchids at Westerlay.com!

Doctor Plotka’s Al Natural Whitening Toothpaste

Sick of not knowing exactly what’s in your toothpaste and purchasing unnatural options? We’ve got the perfect solution just for you; Doctor Plotka’s All Natural Whitening Toothpaste. This toothpaste is equipped with the finest ingredients to clean and freshen up your daily smile. Consisting of French thermal water, organic mint and organic propolis, this paste will have your teeth smelling and feeling minty fresh!

Some highlights of Doctor Plotka’s All Natural Whitening Toothpaste include…

  • Remineralizes the teeth, which resists erosion while reestablishing whiteness
  • Reduces likelihood of cavities, gum sensitivity and plaque
  • French thermal water consists of rich minerals that aid in irritation
  • Refreshing, clean, long-term breath
  • Ingredients come from natural roots
  • Physical tube of toothpaste is recyclable while being made of 44% post-consumer recycled matter

Doctor Plotka's All Natural Whitening Toothpaste product image via Michelle Frazee Everything Branding PR

moon d’elle Collection 2

Italian luxury footwear brand moon d’elle is proud to announce the launch of its Capri-inspired Collection 2, arriving April 11, 2022. 

Collection 2 marks the brand’s first foray into sandals, just in time for warmer weather. Founders and sisters Tabitha and Chandra Perkins were inspired by a trip to Capri, which they explored mostly by foot and boat, when designing their latest collection.

The vibrant hues and natural elements of the island found themselves embedded in this collection. From the deep blue hues of the sea to the light blue waters of the grottos, the blush hues of sunsets along sandy beaches, and even the shapes of the sunlight’s rays, the sisters drew inspiration from the natural beauty of the island for the colors, textures, and silhouettes of their latest pieces.

The second collection continues to showcase one of moon d’elle‘s signature traits of mixing different materials and textures to fuse classic with modern elements, such as nappa leather and snakeskin, with a partial lamination in metallic on precious suede with linen fabric. Light-colored earth tones and pastels dominate the newest designs, with fresh materials like transparent mesh, crystal appliques, and glitter rainbow leather. 

Moon D'Elle via Jade Burtland for VLIV Communications

Teddy Fresh x Elton John

The vibrant, high streetwear brand Teddy Fresh collaborates with Elton John to create a dazzling, modern collection. The Teddy Fresh Elton John collection showcases bold fabrics and elaborate detailing on a selection of hoodies, tees and even a sequin jacket! Teddy Fresh x Elton John captures the overall revolutionary essence of the iconic career of John. The collections audacious pieces symbolize the way that John has broken down boundaries and transformed the music industry, and world, into what it is now.

Teddy Fresh x Elton John collection via Molly Valtz 3d PR & Marketing for use by 360 MAGAZINE

Ballguard Liquid Powder

Ballguard provides relief for when you might be feeling a little bit “uncomfy down there.” Acts as a deodorant cream that dries as a powder that combats sweat, smell and chafing.

Ballguard Liquid Powder via Megan Bennett for use by 360 MAGAZINE

Adidas Headphones

FWD-02 SPORT: Whether they’re new to the sport, training for their first marathon, or seasoned and trying to get faster, the FWD-02 Sport earbuds are perfect for those in your life to optimize runs. Since the earbuds are tailor-made for long runs, they will never have to worry about the FWD-02 SPORT slipping from her ear thanks to its sleek, ergonomic design that features the brand’s legendary three stripe branding.

adidas Z.N.E. 01 ANC: The adidas Z.N.E. 01 ANC provides comfort whatever the occasion is, whether on a walk, running errands, or taking calls on the go. The Z.N.E. 01 ANC enables immersive sound and Active Noise Canceling to keep her focused and connected to moments without any interruptions.

Headphones Illustration x Heather Skovlund x STACEY x Saturn Return for use by 360 Magazine

WHOOP 4.0 + WHOOP Body 

WHOOP 4.0 is the most advanced 24/7 fitness and health coach that tracks key physiological metrics across recovery, sleep, training while providing personalized recommendations and actionable feedback. The next generation of WHOOP is 33% smaller than its predecessor, built with a new sensor array and algorithms for greater accuracy and expanded features like blood oxygen and skin temperature insights to help members optimize performance. The product can be purchased HERE.  

WHOOP N. Korda via M&C Saatchi Entertainment for use by 360 Magazine

Samsonite 

Samsonite Voltage DLX: The Voltage collection stands out with its artfully contoured polypropylene shell, which also resists abuse from baggage handling. Select a calming blue or brilliant chili red and there’s no doubt that you or your loved one will stand out from the crowd. The three-dimensional exterior opens to a spacious interior that further expands for extra packing capacity. And integrated pockets will keep their belongings neatly organized. A dynamic design for a dynamic travel experience. Launching April 19 in a NEW purple colorway!

Samsonite Stryde 111 Collection: The new Stryde 111 collection offers innovative features, durability, and convenience without compromising on style. Each piece in the collection features the eVision LED lighting system built into its handles to provide lighting in dark areas. In addition, the Stryde 111 Carry-on has an integrated TSA lock and USB charging ports plus an innovative self-retracting strap to help it stay in place securely while lying on the Glider (or any other Samsonite suitcase). 

Bags via M&C Saatchi Entertainment for use by 360 Magazine

ebags Belcourt Collection: Designed for the mom who needs a true crossover bag that easily transitions from work to play, the Belcourt collection arrives with a Backpack, Convertible Carryall, and Weekender. Continuing the ebag tradition of thoughtful organization, each bag is feature-rich and embraces an approachable design that is polished enough to bring to the office but functional for outside of work activities. 

ebags Just Right Carryall: The Just Right Carryall gives new meaning to carry-it-all! 3 separate, dedicated compartments are sized for laptops, tablets, and smaller accessories. Wireless and port charging areas are thoughtfully included in the design (battery not included) as well as RFID lining and protective feet. Other bags beware, this triple compartment titan is out to replace all other styles in her rotation. 

Bag via M&C Saatchi Entertainment for use by 360 Magazine

Reebok Parquet Court

Reebok has confirmed the April 15 release of its Pump Omni Zone II “Parquet Court,” an imaginative, Boston-inspired take on the iconic Pump basketball shoe made famous in 1991 by rookie dunk champion Dee Brown. Leveraging a green/black color pallet, home court woodgrain sock liner, and custom-fit Pump technology, “Parquet Court” dreams up what a player’s edition (PE) Pump Omni Zone II might look like if it were issued for the high-flying Brown—who mainly laced up OG colorways—in the early ’90s. The Pump Omni Zone II “Parquet Court” ($160, GX3779) is available beginning April 15 from their website, Foot Locker, Champs Sports, and Finish Line, among other select retailers.

Raquet Court via Reebok for use by 360 Magazine

Gucci’s Mother’s Day Gifts

Gucci has recently announced the launch of their hand-picked selection of Mother’s Day Gifts. This extensive guide includes fan favorites that are perfect for mom this holiday. Browse Gucci’s assortment of leather goods including handbags, luggage, shoes and wallets. Also available is a wide range of accessories featuring necklaces, rings, bracelets, earrings, watches, and a refined selection of printed silk scarves.

Gucci Mother's Day via Gnazzo Group for use by 360 Magazine

Funny Friends

Funny friends were created to give children introductions to all things artistic. With imaginative shapes, bold colors and soft exteriors, your funny friend will be the perfect toy! Designed by hand, each plushie is completely unique and differentiated from the next.

Prices start at $14.95 and can be purchased via Cribsi.

Funny Friends product image via Vaughn Lowery for use by 360 Magazine

Eva Solo SmartMat

Doubling as a mobile device/tablet holder and a table mat for your saucepans/dishes, the Eva Solo SmartMat elevates the kitchen experience to a whole new level for only $49.95

Conveniently allowing you to prop up your device and follow along recipes, watch your favorite YouTube show or vlog your cooking, Cribsi’s SmartMat truly assists you throughout your culinary endeavors.

Some highlights include…

  • Made from durable, heat-safe silicone
  • Dishwasher safe
  • Dual-purpose as a table or counter mat and device holder

Prices start at $49.95 and can be purchased via Cribsi.

Eva Solo SmartMat image via Vaughn Lowery for use by 360 Magazine

Eva Solo Star Water Can

With an inventive, futuristic look comes the Eva Solo Aquastar Water Can by Cribsi. Sporting an accessible design that fits perfectly on your countertop, the pointed spout allows you to get to those hard-to-reach areas seamlessly. Refill is super user-friendly, and all you have to do is remove the AquaStar’s spout.

Some highlights include…

  • 2L capacity in a small form factor
  • Space-saving design
  • Minimalist, stylish look and superior functionality
  • Pointed spout for small pots or hard to reach soil

Prices start at $49.95 and can be purchased via Cribsi.

Eva Solo Star Watercan image via Vaughn Lowery for use by 360 Magazine

The Keeper AirTag Holders

The Keeper AirTag Holder is the most useful product to add some personality to your air tag while ensuring its safety.

With an array of styles and designs to choose from, you can add your own personal touch with this product! Sporting high-quality leather designs of plush sculptures, you’ll fall in love with the Keeper!

Some highlights include…

  • High-quality leather or soft plush sculpture varieties
  • Provides durable protection for your AirTag while hiding it
  • Comes with 2 attachment methods allowing you to customize a range of items
  • Designed by Funny Friends’ collection artist, Jennifer Mazur-Becker

Prices start at $49.95 and can be purchased via Cribsi.

The Keeper AirTag Holder via Tiffany Coletti for use by 360 Magazine

Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra Compliments

Nowadays, there are wide selections of accessories to flatter our cellular devices. We’ve compiled a list of the top three additions that fit perfectly with the Samsung Galaxy 222.

  • The Milan Color Gradient Case

A transparent case adorned with gradient coloring, the Milan has got you covered with style and safety features. Made with D3O® Crystalex™, the Milan is ensured to protect your Samsung from heights up to 13 feet. With a beautiful design that compliments 360’s Italian green 512gb model, the Milan pairs perfectly!

Milan Color Gradient Case and snap+ juice pack mini wallet showcasing 360 Magazine's NFT  atop issues of Glove, Tamar Braxton and David Bendavid w/ Beyoncé Ivy Park and Adidas e-zine via Armon Hayes for use by 360 MAGAZINE
  • Fusion XTR Curve Screen Protector

Fit for the Galaxy S22, the Fusion XTR was created to suit the natural curve of the screen. Equipped with D3O®, an Eyesafe® blue light filter and even nano-coating to ensure reduced friction, the Fusion XTR is the perfect product to safeguard your device.

  • snap+ juice pack mini wallet

Magnetically designed to lack onto your device, the snap+ juice pack mini wallet comes with an array of features. Sporting a 5,000mAh battery and built-in card holder, this mini wallet is suitable for an array of devices, including most iPhone 13/12 series phones and Qi-enabled smartphones.

Fusion XTR Curve Screen Protector and the snap+ juice pack mini wallet showcasing 360 Magazine's NFT animal series on phone on opensea atop issues of Glove, Tamar Braxton and David Bendavid w/ Beyoncé Ivy Park and Adidas e-zine via Armon Hayes for use by 360 MAGAZINE

Reebok Answer IV, “White and Silver”

Fresh off their latest retro hoops collaboration, Reebok and Packer have confirmed a second special-edition release of Allen Iverson‘s iconic Answer IV, “White/Silver,” where timeless style has once again met beloved cultural touchstones of the late ’90s and early ’00s. No one person embodies turn-of-the-century style quite like Allen Iverson. His unapologetic demeanor made him a legend in his own time and the influence he had on a generation of fashion and popular culture will never be forgotten. As a tribute to an era in which “AI” will forever remain a champion, Packer presents a second special edition Reebok Answer IV, aesthetically engineered to feel synonymous with fondly remembered trends of that time. Equipped with subtle construction alterations, the Packer Answer IV “White/Silver” offers a buttery white leather upper with silver mesh, reconstructed upper panels and subtly placed red accents.

Reebok answer via Reebok for use by 360 Magazine

Fabletics Earth Day Collection

In honor of April 21 being Earth Day, Fabletics has created a limited-edition capsule full of eco-friendly that are produced from recycled soft organic cotton. Through the efforts of the collection, Fabletics has also pledged to make a $25k donation to Conservation International, who is devoted to creating security for nature in the years to come. Shop all eco-friendly products HERE.

Fabletics Earth Day capsule blue recycle material set via Carli Bendetti (Fabletics) for use by 360 Magazine

Reebok Answer IV “54 Points”

Reebok Answer IV “54 Points” remembers Iverson’s Iconic ’01 Playoff Performance and will be available May 6. On January 6, 2001, while wearing this particular white/grey Answer IV, Allen Iverson would put on an epic game-high 54-point scoring performance—one of the best of his illustrious career—to lead his Philly team to an improbable 107-104 playoff win. Back for the first time since that season, the white/grey Answer IV “54 Points” is executed in its original 2001 makeup featuring an OG premium leather upper, reflective accents, a zipper shroud, and an original tattoo graphic sock liner.

Reebok Answer "54 Points" via Jason Silva for Reebok for use by 360 Magazine

AIRTIME LUXE 2 + Qi Pad

Bluetooth ear stems which can temporarily replace your ear pods or buds. Decent to receive and make calls, but there doesn’t seem to be any noise cancelling. Outputs a clear and full sound while playing music. Great command interface – controls with simple taps. Lasts approx 3 hours. Generally speaking, we would not recommend this to people who take a ton of calls. Perhaps better for someone jumping rope, boxing, and/or relaxing in a steam room after an explosive Equinox workout. Includes wireless charging case and pad. Water resistant. No app available or needed. Additional info HERE.

MVMT Shades

Durable, ergonomic and priced just right. MVMT offers an array of classic sunglasses with just the right amount of edge. Our very own Vaughn Lowery was caught sporting a pair of their Trap frames at the NYSE for a McLaren Racing Press Conference. The gradient lens protect your eyes from harmful blu-ray. The lighter portion of the lens allows just enough light in so your vision remains in tact during darker times of day. The fit is snug like many of it’s higher priced counterparts.

New Watches

Graduation season is upon us and from affordable to luxury we’ve gathered our favorite timepieces that are sure to make the perfect grad gift and serve as a lifelong reminder of the big accomplishment! SwissWatchExpo, Maurice Lacroix and Junghans have a wide range of watches at all price points and styles in-stock and ready to ship! Included are: 

Bell Ross Sport Heritage men's watch via Grayson Houge for Paul Wilmot for use by 360 Magazine

Reebok Question Low “Blueprint”

Reebok has confirmed a May 20 release for its Question Low “Blueprint” ($130, GY1079) from Reebok.com and select retailers.

Standing just 6’0”, Allen Iverson splashed onto the pro scene in ‘96 and quickly began to alter the trajectory of basketball and sport culture. His unmatched energy, viscous crossover move, and unapologetic attitude would set new standards for athleticism, character, and style for generations to come. Issued for “AI” that season upon his rookie debut, Reebok’s Question sneaker underlined the moment when everything changed. 

With an all-over blue treatment, elevated sockliner, and a smooth nubuck and suede upper, the Question Low “Blueprint” celebrates Allen Iverson and the next generation writing their own story, on and off the court. Reebok’s Question Low “Blueprint” ($130, GY1079) is available beginning May 20 from their official site and select retailers.

Reebok's Question Low "Blueprint" sneakers via Reebok for use by 360 Magazine

Tropical Accessories

With wedding season in full effect, it’s essential to embellish your closet with the utmost quality of accessories. From brands like Anna beckHat AttackSqueeze De CitronAllurezFranco Sarto; your desired look is easy to find. From captivating textured handbags to bright and funky pumps, you’ll be able to find the finest fashions to sport no matter the occasion.

These brands can be purchased on their official websites, affiliated with networks such as ShareASale and Skimlinks, or on major retailers including Amazon, Nordstrom and more.

Olivia mar AQUATA RING via Brittany Farkouh (Michele Marie PR) for use by 360 Magazine

Max Bill Küchenuhr Clock

Introducing an all-new timekeeping device for your kitchen comes the Junghans Max Bill Küchenuhr clock. The collaboration between Max Bill and Junghans created the kitchen clock back in 1956, and we see Junghans modernly reinventing this piece in a fresh light blue color. Perfect for convenient access in the kitchen, the clock features numerals in a classic format.

Junghans Max Bill Küchenuhr light blue kitchen clock via Paul Wilmot Communications for use by 360 MAGAZINE

Molo x Jurrasic World Dominion Collection

In celebration of the all-new Jurrasic World: Dominion film, celebrity loved childrenswear brand, Molo, brings the fan favorite dinosaurs to life in a sustainable line packed with Molo’s signature use of colors and prints. 

Available for babies and toddlers, styles include printed t-shirts, sweatshirts and swimwear, along with embroidered logo cargo pants, shorts, hoodies, and jackets. Most of the styles in the collection are made responsibly in 100% GOTS* certified organic cotton or with recycled fibers from post-consumer waste. It is an adventurous range of clothing that encourages children to explore and learn by combining themes of history, nature, and coexistence themes that go hand in hand with Jurassic World Dominion.

The Molo x Jurassic World Dominion capsule is now available to shop at Bergdorf Goodman HERE, for under $100.

Molo x Jurassic World Dominion Collection product image via Getty Images for use by 360 MAGAZINE

Reebok x KANGHYUK

Reebok and KANGHYUK announce the latest drop in their ongoing collaboration. The two brands have teamed up to debut their combined take on a new silhouette from Reebok – the Premier Road Modern Mid.

Following the popular Premier Road Modern silhouette that debuted in 2020 as part of the Reebok and KANGHYUK partnership, the two teams created a masterfully maximalist mid-cut version of the shoe dubbed the Premier Road Modern Mid. Boasting a new mid-cut collar, the shoe is an elevated version of the Premier Road Modern “Car Part” released by the two brands in 2020.

The new style offers bold details, sculpted design lines and a crisp tonal color scheme. The uppers of each shoe are split between layers and feature a textured build that is an abstract take on Reebok’s signature Vector logo.

This experimentation with tone and texture reaches from the toebox to the heel, while the high-cut collar offers bulbous padded details around the ankle and incorporates a KANGHYUK logo stamped on the heel. Below this sits a rubberized bumper and red foam midsoles which feature a soft EVA construction for comfort.

The Reebok x KANGHYUK Premier Road Modern Mid will be available in two striking colorways – Black (GW6192) and Blue (GW6132) – each for $240.

The Black Premier Road Modern Mid will be available exclusively at Dover Street Market beginning June 23rd before becoming available on Reebok.com and KANGHYUK.shop on June 25th. The Blue Premier Road Modern Mid will be globally available beginning July 1 from select retailers as well as Reebok.com and KANGHYUK.shop.

Reebok and KANGHYUK - Premier Road Modern Mid blue shoe via Reebok for use by 360 Magazine

Mad About Jewelry

THE MUSEUM OF ARTS AND DESIGN’S ANNUAL EXHIBITION AND SALE OF CONTEMPORARY JEWELRY RETURNS WITH 55 ARTISTS FROM 18 COUNTRIES

LOOT: MAD ABOUT JEWELRY

April 8 – April 13, 2019

Opening Benefit: April 8

Featuring the announcement of the LOOT Acquisition Prize and the presentation of LOOT Awards honoring Adria de Haume and Josie Natori

The Museum of Arts and Design (MAD) presents the nineteenth edition of LOOT: MAD About Jewelry, its annual exhibition and sale of one-of-a-kind contemporary jewelry. Open to the public April 9 through April 13, following the Opening Benefit on April 8, LOOT 2019 showcases the work of fifty-five emerging and acclaimed international jewelry artists and designers, most of whom have never been shown in New York. The event provides the rare opportunity for collectors and jewelry enthusiasts to meet and acquire pieces from some of the most innovative creators in the field.

“The jewelry content of LOOT 2019 is particularly noteworthy in two specific areas,” said LOOT Curator Bryna Pomp. “Firstly, this year’s exhibition presents a great number of outstanding young makers who are already creating groundbreaking work. Secondly, it features a larger presence of jewelry in precious metals, particularly in silver and in gold, often with semi precious and precious stones, that is exceptionally original in design.”

MAD is the only museum in the United States with a gallery dedicated to the display of both special jewelry exhibitions and its permanent collection of contemporary and modern studio and art jewelry. LOOT extends MAD’s commitment to presenting jewelry as an art form, and provides vital support for Museum exhibitions and programs.

“LOOT reflects the core of MAD’s mission to celebrate the creative process and connect audiences to contemporary art and design,” said Marsy Mittlemann, LOOT 2019 Co-Chair. “It presents an extraordinary opportunity for artists and viewers to interact with one another and engage in conversations around the work. I am honored to participate in an event that provides a platform for international talent while supporting MAD’s exciting upcoming initiatives.”

“LOOT is always exceptionally curated, and 2019 promises to be the best edition to date,” said LOOT 2019 Co-Chair Joan Hornig. “No other exhibition in the world brings viewers into contact with the diversity of design and designers showcased each spring at MAD. It is the perfect venue for both serious and first-time collectors to engage with global talent and purchase unique pieces of wearable art at every price point.”

LOOT 2019 features fifty-five artists from eighteen countries and territories: Austria (1), Belgium (1), Chile (2), Finland (1), France (2), Germany (6), Italy (2), Korea (5), Poland (1), Portugal (2), Spain (5), Sweden (1), Taiwan (1), Thailand (1), Turkey (3), the United Kingdom (14), the United States (6), and the US Virgin Islands (1). In addition to a diverse range of artistic practices, the jewelry on display encompasses a wide array of materials, from traditional metals to more unconventional media like leather, glass, porcelain, paper, silicone, resin, textiles, wood, horsehair, recycled skateboards, and ultraviolet-reactive nylon.

ARTIST HIGHLIGHTS

The jewelry artists and designers featured in LOOT 2019 include the following:

  • Italian designer Selvaggia Armani designs and produces textiles, including necklaces and brooches, for home and casual wear. On site at LOOT, she will create a new collection of jewelry made of hand-painted leather, building on her practice of “live” painting and customized bracelets.
  • Japan-born and Massachusetts-based artist Mariko Kusumoto prevails upon fabric to construct forms of elegant simplicity and evocative imagery. Using a proprietary heat- setting technique, she gives the fabric a new identity through reshaping it into three- dimensional forms. Her designs are incorporated into jewelry and sculptural pieces, as well as in collaborations with fashion designers; in January, her work appeared on the Jean-Paul Gaultier catwalk at Paris Haute Couture Spring/Summer 2019.
  • Taiwanese jewelry artist Heng Lee juxtaposes traditional craft technique and cutting- edge technology to explore the relationship between nature and Internet culture. Using downloaded images, laser-cut metal, and hand embroidery, he creates visually striking pieces that are both digital and tactile. In a time when much of our information comes from social media, his work interrogates the divide between experience and technology, and encourages full awareness of the current moment.
  • Scotland-based artist Wanshu Li is largely inspired by the brilliant colors and sensuous movements of sea creatures like jellyfish and sea anemones. With her jewelry, she aims to create a multisensory wearing experience that involves visual enjoyment, tactility, and sound. Li’s fascination with dance culture, laser light shows, and stage performances inspired her to add a further visual dimension to her practice: she experiments with ultraviolet-reactive nylon and fluorescent paints, which combine to produce a remarkable intensity of color when the jewelry is illuminated with UV light.
  • Houston-based designer Mariquita Masterson creates handmade glass pieces that are vivid, unique, and energetic, and that unite the everyday with the exceptional. Masterson uses both recycled glass and glass from companies that produce a variety of colors and textures, and on occasion creates stunning pieces out of the fragments of broken antique vases. Most recently, Masterson has gained attention for the debut of one of her necklaces worn by Speaker of the US House of Representatives Nancy Pelosi during the President’s State of the Union address in February.

This year, LOOT will showcase the work of four 2018 graduates of La Escuela de Arte 3, in Madrid, Spain: Patricia Álvarez, Cristina Armesilla, Sonia Birndt Carrascosa, and Bárbara García. The jewelry of these emerging creators exhibits fresh expressions of color and form, and takes inspiration from music, technology, contradiction, and the city they call home.

In its first year, the LOOT Advisory Committee assists LOOT Curator Bryna Pomp with the selection of artists and designers. The LOOT Advisory Committee for 2019 includes Susan Ach, Michele Cohen, Marsy Mittlemann, and Barbara Waldman.

LOOT ACQUISITION PRIZE

Awarded annually by a jury, the LOOT Acquisition Prize recognizes a LOOT jewelry artist or designer whose work reflects maturity in artistry and concept, exhibits both a superior and an experimental understanding of materials and form, and demonstrates expertise in technique and execution. MAD’s permanent collection includes nearly one thousand pieces of jewelry, spanning the mid-twentieth century to the present day. The LOOT Acquisition Prize formalizes the Museum’s goal of enhancing its collection by acquiring jewelry from artists who have made significant contributions to the field and whose work provides historical context for MAD’s mid- to late-twentieth-century pieces, as well as from emerging artists who are an important force in the contemporary art jewelry scene.

The 2019 jury is chaired by Barbara Paris Gifford and Elissa Auther together with LOOT Co- Chairs Joan Hornig and Marsy Mittlemann, LOOT Curator Bryna Pomp, and Board Chair Michele Cohen. The 2019 LOOT Acquisition Prize will be awarded on April 8 during the Opening Benefit dinner.

In 2018, the prize was jointly awarded to Isabelle Molénat and Sarran Youkongdee. Past LOOT artists who have had works acquired by the Museum include the well-established art jeweler Iris Nieuwenburg and the emerging jewelry artist Casey Sobel. Alena Willroth, who was awarded the inaugural LOOT Acquisition Prize in 2016, will be a returning artist this year.

OPENING BENEFIT AND LOOT AWARD

The LOOT 2019 Opening Benefit takes place on Monday, April 8, beginning with a cocktail hour and reception at 4:30 pm. The evening’s activities include first access to the LOOT exhibition and sale—an exclusive opportunity to meet this year’s artists and acquire their designs—as well as a dinner honoring the recipients of the LOOT Award.

The LOOT Award recognizes luminaries in the field of jewelry, including artists, collectors, and designers. This year’s honorees are jewelry designer and philanthropist Adria de Haume and jewelry and fashion designer Josie Natori. Past recipients include fashion icon Iris Apfel (2013), collector Barbara Berger (2013), jewelry designer Joan Hornig (2016), fashion designer Kay Unger (2016), and artists Joyce J. Scott (2014) and Axel Russmeyer (2012).

The LOOT 2019 Opening Benefit Host Committee comprises Susan Ach, Iris Apfel, Davina Benshetrit, Caroline Blackman, Noreen Buckfire, Marian C. Burke, Kathy Chazen, Michele Cohen, Paolo Costagli, Stacy Creamer, Emily Cutler, Marcia Docter, Patti Dweck, Beth Farber, Sandy Grotta, Joon Han, Jan Huling, Barbara Jacobs, Ann Kaplan, Wendy Tarlow Kaplan, Jane Koryn, Laura Kruger, Luisa LaViola, Bonnie Levine, Pam Levine, Tina Livanos, Jackie Martin, Stacey Mayrock, Ella McHugh, Robert Lee Morris, Edie Nadler, Michelle Perr, Linda Plattus, Andi Potamkin, Barbara Regna, Heidi Rigney, Deborah Roberts, Lela Rose, Jill Ryan, Bette Saltzman, Gail Shields-Miller, Angela Sun, Ted Taylor, Barbara Tober, Isabel and Ruben Toledo, Kay Unger, Barbara Waldman, Janet Winter, Marcia Celis Wirth, Pamela Workman, Jan Wysocki, and Lynn Yaeger.

To purchase tickets to the LOOT 2019 Opening Benefit, to be held on Monday, April 8, visit thestore.madmuseum.org/collections/loot-2019, or contact Rebekka Grossman at 212.299.7712 or rebekka.grossman@madmuseum.org.

PUBLIC EXHIBITION AND SALE HOURS

Tuesday, April 9: 10am to 6pm

Wednesday, April 10: 10am to 6pm

Thursday, April 11: 10am to 6pm

Friday, April 12: 10am to 6pm

Saturday, April 13: 10am to 6pm

Entrance to LOOT is included in the price of Museum admission: $16 general; $14 for seniors; $12 for students; free for MAD members and children under 18 years of age. To purchase tickets online, visit madmuseum.org/visit.

ABOUT CORPORATE SPONSOR: PAOLO COSTAGLI

Paolo Costagli New York returns as corporate sponsor of LOOT. The fine jewelry brand recognized for its sophisticated, modern, and distinctly bold designs, will debut Onde, its new collection of 18kt gold and diamond jewelry at LOOT 2019. The Onde collection, inspired by the waves of the Venetian Lagoon, introduces a variety of rings, earrings, bracelets, and necklaces. Featuring Paolo Costagli’s signature bold geometrics with a touch of fluidity, the collection presents effortlessly chic precious jewelry fit for all occasions, from everyday wear to a formal soirée.

ABOUT THE MUSEUM OF ARTS AND DESIGN

The Museum of Arts and Design (MAD) champions contemporary makers across creative fields and presents the work of artists, designers, and artisans who apply the highest level of ingenuity and skill. Since the Museum’s founding in 1956 by philanthropist and visionary Aileen Osborn Webb, MAD has celebrated all facets of making and the creative processes by which materials are transformed, from traditional techniques to cutting-edge technologies. Today, the Museum’s curatorial program builds upon a rich history of exhibitions that emphasize a cross-disciplinary approach to art and design, and reveals the workmanship behind the objects and environments that shape our everyday lives. MAD provides an international platform for practitioners who are influencing the direction of cultural production and driving twenty-first-century innovation, and fosters a participatory setting for visitors to have direct encounters with skilled making and compelling works of art and design. For more information, visit their website.

Via Romantika

 

Saxony Presents its Via Romantika

Threading Places of Beauty and Intrigue

The symbol of the Via Romantika is the four-leaf clover, which is not only a symbol of luck but also represents a piece of paradise according to legend. Saxony Tourism has strung together 34 paradisical, romantic, intriguing and historical places of interest and beauty that entertain and inform and provide a perfect itinerary for Americans seeking to spend a week in a bit of paradise.

Saxony’s Via Romantika leads to historic towns, beautiful landscapes, numerous castles and palaces, the manufacturers of famous high-quality products and the most beautiful photo motifs. The route connects Saxony, the State of the Arts, with the Czech Republic and Poland crossing the “Autobahn” motorway route from Prague to Berlin twice, thus offering immediate access. From the Czech capital, for example, one can reach Pirna in 90 minutes, and 15 minutes later one arrives in Dresden. The overall length of the Via Romantika, which can be travelled in both directions, is 685 km or 425 miles. This translates into a travel time of about 16 hours for the whole distance.

The Via Romantika can be a perfect way to structure an itinerary in Saxony starting from either end or in the middle and taking in parts of the route. Overall there are 34 stops, the so-called “anchor points,” — some might take one or two hours while others can demand one’s attention for the entire day. The first stop is appropriately only a 30 minute drive from Dresden and is one of the famous castle homes of the Wettin Dynasty that ruled Saxony for 829 years. Weesenstein Castle has extraordinary architecture from the Middle Ages matched by a beautiful garden in the adjacent valley with a river running through it.

The next stop is the Ore Mountains which are beautiful all year long but have a special meaning at Christmas time not least due to the folk art that was invented in the region. Probably the most well-known today are the nutcracker and the incense smoker but there are also the precious watches made in the town of Glashütte which are meticulously hand-crafted, and rank among the finest in the world. No less intricate are the charming Christmas creations on sale at the over 100 years old Wendt & Kuhn, a company that practically embodies the picture of Christmas charm with their wooden ornaments and figurines. The Ore Mountains also include the mining town of Freiberg with its extraordinary mineral museum and Annaberg-Buchholz with its beautiful St. Anne’s cathedral.

The former royal family also built the Augustusburg, a large hunting castle in the Ore Mountains, and the Albrechtsburg in Meissen, Germany’s oldest palace. Meissen became the first production site of the oldest European porcelain, known as Meissen porcelain, or Dresden China. Today, visitors can watch the modern day production at the nearby Meissen State Porcelain Manufatory, dine on Meissen porcelain, visit the museum and shop at the store and the outlet. The town of Meissen can easily absorb three quarters of a day with the porcelain tour, the palace and the gothic cathedral, the charming streets and shops and excellent restaurants overseeing the valley.

From the town of Meissen, the River Elbe curves its way through the picturesque riverbanks and meadows on its way to Dresden. Along the river also runs the Saxon Wine Route. Stretching just over 34 miles by car and about 50 miles by foot, the Saxon Wine Route is a charming way to experience the Saxon countryside. Many of the stops, including the beautiful and cultural Saxon towns of Pirna, Meissen and Dresden, renowned for their art, architecture, history and castles, are also part of the Via Romantika. One can visit vineyards, sample wines in traditional taverns and enjoy cycling along the Elbe Cycle Route that parallels sections of the wine road. The Saxon State Winery at the Castle Wackerbarth is a wonderful stop that has outdoor dining, excellent tours and tastings and trails to explore the wine hills on foot.

Bigger, more modern, and more beautiful. Sound familiar? That’s how it was supposed to be in Saxony too. Close to the one-time modest Wackerbarth winery, the hunting lodge of elector Maurice, in German “Moritz”, became a magnificent castle and hunting lodge under the “Saxon Sun King” Augustus the Strong. The castle is famous for its beautiful setting on an artificial island and as home to the Moritzburg Music Festival. The stallion parades in September are especially wonderful, and the historic steam-operated narrow-gauge railway runs from Radebeul to Radeburg every day with a stop in Moritzburg.

In Dresden, every cobble-stoned street is romantic and beautiful. The inner city has been recreated building by building in its original style before the firebombing of 1945. The Royal Palace, with its four extraordinary museums, and the Zwinger Palace, which holds another four museums, comprise the vital organs of the extensive Dresden State Art Collection. Steps away, visitors can take a paddle steamer down the river past a row of villas on the river bank to the Pillnitz Palace, the summer home of Augustus the Strong. Today, it also is home to Dresden State Arts Collection’s arts and crafts museum. Right on the river, the Pillnitz Palace has a four star hotel adjacent to the castle, a perfect place from which to explore the wine route and the Elbe River Valley.

One of the least talked about places in Saxony and that eludes many tourists is Rammenau Castle. It is well worth the trip however as visitors can admire the exotic tapestries in the Chinese Room from the baroque period as well as the so-called “Devil’s Room” with its references to Greek mythology. The perfectly preserved castle hosts concerts in its elegant dining room, meals in the historic dining salons and visitors can even stay overnight in the stylishly furnished castle suites

In the far eastern border of Saxony, the town of Bautzen is the capital of the Sorbs, the descendants of the Slavic peoples that used to live all over Saxony. Only in Bautzen were they able to preserve their culture and language which is why the city and its surroundings are bilingual. The town is also very popular for its mustard that can be tasted in different shops, at the “Mustard Restaurant,” or at the Hammermühle mill in the lower part of town. On the border with Poland, Görlitz’s charms have also been discovered by Hollywood: During the past years, Oscar-winning masterpieces were filmed in “Görliwood”, including “Grand Budapest Hotel” and “The Reader,” as well as “Inglourious Bastards” and the Jackie Chan version of “Around the World in 80 Days.” You can discover all the film locations during bookable tours and feel close to your favorite movie star.  Very recently, Görlitz was voted “European Film Location of the Decade.”

Rounding out the Via Romantika are the Saxon Switzerland National Park; the Königstein Fortress on one of its table mountains; the town of Grossschönau where some of Europe’s finest damask is still made to this day; the St. Marienthal Convent where you can enjoy the sisters’ delicious beer and an overnight; Herrnhut where Count von Zinzendorf founded the Moravian Church and spread this message to the world; the town of Zittau and the glorious ruins of the Oybin Castle and monastery which are a delight for photographers!

More detailed information on the Via Romantika is available at www.viaromantika.com and for general information on Saxony please visit

Saxony, State of the Arts