Art
January 17, 2023

Yayoi Kusama’s Iconic Polka Dots Take Over Louis Vuitton Stores Around the World

If you take a walk on the Champs-Élysées in Paris, you may come across a startling new sight. In celebration of their collaboration with Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama, French luxury brand Louis Vuitton has redecorated several locations around the world with iconic polka dots and life-like animatronics. These special installations are timed with the release of Louis Vuitton's capsule collection inspired by Kusama's inspiring creative career.

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Style
January 16, 2023

Take a Look at Some of the Creative National Costumes From the 71st Miss Universe Pageant

Every year, the contestants of the Miss Universe pageant stun the world in the National Costume Contest. In the 71st edition, hosted in New Orleans, Louisiana, 84 women took to the stage to show off their elaborate outfits honoring their countries and culture. Some of these ensembles were larger-than-life, featuring massive headdresses and accessories, while others shined in their exquisite details. Perhaps the most memorable costume of the night was Ukraine's Warrior of Light.

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Acrylic Painting
January 16, 2023

Artist Adds Hyperrealistic Paintings on Spherical Canvases

Unlike sculpture, traditional paintings usually capture one view of a subject. Tokyo-based artist Daisuke Samejima, however, applies his talent for hyperrealism to an unconventional canvas. In his Flatball series, he captures peaceful Japanese suburbia on three-dimensional globes. As a result, viewers can literally hold the immersive scene in their hands. Due to the spherical shape of these depictions, they capture a 36o° view of each place.

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Gift Guide
January 15, 2023

41 Galentine’s Day Gifts To Celebrate the Ladies in Your Life

Are you familiar with Galentine’s Day? It’s the holiday that falls on February 13. While it’s often overshadowed by Valentine’s Day, Galentine’s Day has a special place in the hearts of many women. In the words of the imitable Leslie Knope, it’s about “ladies celebrating ladies.” First featured in an episode of the show Parks and Rec, it depicted Knope and her best gals as they “kicked it, breakfast-style.” The fictitious holiday has caught on in real life.

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My Modern Met

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