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Art has been a powerful medium for expressing emotions and experiences related to mental health. Kirsty Latoya is a South London-based digital artist, who creates compelling contemporary art using her finger as a stylus on an iPad. Her “Emotion Series” sheds light on mental health issues within the black community. Latoya channels her own hurt and sadness into her work, creating art that resonates emotionally with others. You can explore more of her work on her KirzArt and @Kirzsart
Mothers play a significant role in shaping our fashion choices, often leaving a lasting impact on our sartorial perspectives. Mothers, with their rich repertoire of experience, often become the first fashion influencers for their children. the relationship between mothers and fashion is multifaceted. From early childhood to adulthood, our mothers’ choices and guidance significantly impact our fashion preferences and self-expression. Happpy Mother Day!
Whether you're doing the Jarabe Tapatío to celebrate Cinco de Mayo this month or just dancing to your favorite tune, dancing offers so many benefits for our mental health. Dancing improves your mood, brain function by sharpening cognitive skills and psychological coping. When you're on the dance floor, you're not ruminating or worrying. Learning dance steps improves memory. Movement boosts physical fitness, heart health and reduces pain perception. Dancing releases endorphins which promote a sense of well-being and reduce anxiety. So what are you waiting for pump up that volume and get to stepping!
Whether listening to music, singing or music therapy, music has the ability to reduce stress, improve sleep and uplift your overall mood. It can be a positive distraction during tough or dark times. Music triggers the release of dopamine (the feel-good chemical and oxytocin (the love hormone" while decreasing cortisol (the stress hormone.)
Interestingly, despite music’s positive effects, professional musicians may be at higher risk for mental health disorders. The challenges of the profession, both physical and psychological, contribute to this paradox.
We are featuring the classic "Be Happy" official video by Bobby McFerrin. Released in 1988, as the first single from his album Simple Pleasures (1988). It was the first a cappella song to reach number-one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, a position it held for two weeks. The song’s lyrics were inspired by a famous quote from Meher Baba, an Indian spiritual master. McFerrin wrote both the melody and lyrics for “Don’t Worry, Be Happy” in just ten minutes. Be sure to take a listen, its sure to lift you right up no matter what your mood. Enjoy!
Maya Angelou was an American memoirist, writer, poet, actress and civil rights activist. She published seven autobiographies, three books of essays, several books of poetry, and is credited with a list of plays, movies, and television shows spanning over 50 years. “Phenomenal Woman” is indeed a remarkable poem penned by the illustrious Maya Angelou. Celebrate for poetry month and beyond. This empowering classic piece celebrates the strength, allure, and resilience of women.
Fashion, like a multifaceted gem, reflects both language and poetry. Fashion transcends mere language; it’s poetry in motion. Whether draped in prose or adorned with rhymes, fashion whispers stories, paints emotions, and dances to its own rhythm—a language, a poetry, forever entwined. To best exhibit how: the vocabulary of Valentino is reinterpreted through the lens of poetry for the Fall 2019. Placed on every seat was a book of poetry called Valentino ON LOVE, a compilation of works by Greta Bellamacina, Mustafa the Poet, Yrsa Daley-Ward and Montgomery. Have a look above.
Arab American Heritage Month. "Invincible Threads: The Norma Kamali Podcast" - a captivating exploration of the dynamic intersection of fashion, creativity, technology, and the pursuit of longevity. Watch Kamali herself embark on a journey to uncover the inspiring stories and insightful discussions that shape the ever-evolving world of innovation. Enjoy this episode with former columnist Teri Agins who brought fashion to the Wall Street Journal and is a modern business fashion historian.
Showcasing 60 looks at The Plaza Hotel before the official September 9th launch of NYFW, Siriano's collection didn't disappoint.
Our choice for the best Collection Presented: Armani Privé Creative Director, Giorgio Armani, Haute Couture en Jeu 2024. The man will be 90 years old this year, SALUTE!
Creative Arts Emmys Derek Hough Image Credit JC Olivera for Variety
January 13, 2024. Founded by Dylan Richards Diaz and Sebastian Hunt in 2020, (former Kanye West's Yeezy design creators) Entire Studios is launching their capsule limited addition outerwear collection available January 13. Spotted on many celebrities, it is some of the most future-forward and eye-catching outerwear on the current market. Deliberately using no adorned logo, the duo believes in designing clothes that are made for everyone regardless of age gender or body type at an affordable price. A classic to add to anyone's wardrobe.
Following the footsteps of Virgil Abloh, Pharell Williams made LV his own. He broke the collection up into five pillars: Dandy (formal wear); Comfort (for running errands or taking a flight); Resort (for vacationing); Sport (for physical activities); and Core Staples (the special hit pieces he plans on iterating each season.) Pharell Williams' first show as the Creative Director for Louis Vuitton proved to be a success.
January 5, 2024. This is the second collaboration between the two, the first in 2019. The Japanese streetwear company celebrates the year of the dragon for the Lunar New Year. The Bape STA logo is a focal point of the collection and is enveloped with a golden dragon along with, MCM’s signature Visetos symbolizing confidence and irreverent style in the new year.
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