Wedding
August 9, 2019

Guy Proposes to Girlfriend by Mapping Out a Cycle Route That Spells “Marry Me”

Proposing to the love of your life is a huge moment and, for many, it’s a chance to wow your (hopefully) future spouse with thoughtful, romantic gestures. Jon Blaze is one man who went all-out for his marriage proposal to his now fiancé, Thao Nguyen. The pair met through their love of traveling and cycling, so Blaze decided to map-out a very special bike ride that ended with a surprise—the 15.

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Creative Products
August 8, 2019

Quirky Enamel Pins Reimagine Famous Artists as Avant-Garde Cats

If you're on the hunt for an easy way to turn an ordinary outfit into an artistic ensemble, look no further than Niaski‘s purr-fect pins. Pairing two of her passions—art history and her own beloved pets—the British designer has created Artist Cats, a line of enamel accessories that whimsically explore “the life and times of artistic felines.” In this collection of artist cat pins, you'll find a cast of quirky characters.

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Style
August 8, 2019

These White Converse Sneakers Magically Change Color When Exposed to Sunlight

If you’ve ever struggled to choose between classic white sneakers and colorful kicks, you can have two in one with the new Converse x Chinatown Market collaboration. The exciting footwear collection updates the iconic Chuck 70 high top and low tops by integrating UV technology, allowing them to change color when exposed to sunlight. The limited edition footwear initially appears like classic kicks, featuring white canvas uppers, white rubber toe caps, and matching rubber soles.

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Tattoos
August 7, 2019

New York Public Library Staff Reveal Their Meaningful Literary Tattoos

Tattoos offer an artistic way to pay homage to life’s passions. For the staff of the New York Public Library (NYPL), literature is their life—and they have the body art to prove it. A recent blog post on the NYPL website features a selection of staff members' tattoos that celebrate their favorite books, inspiring authors, and even now-defunct card catalogs. Each design is as different as their positions within the library.

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My Modern Met

Celebrating creativity and promoting a positive culture by spotlighting the best sides of humanity—from the lighthearted and fun to the thought-provoking and enlightening.