Lifestyle
Third spaces allow us to slow down, reconnect, and simply be. They invite us into community, creativity, and care. Whether it’s a listening bar in Berlin, a queer-led gathering in Accra, or a late-night teahouse in Los Angeles, these spaces speak to a universal longing: to feel seen, safe, and part of something greater than ourselves.
Atiba Jefferson turned his love for skateboarding and photography into a legacy—proving that passion, not profit, is what builds a life worth living.
Virtual Beauty at Somerset House is London’s unmissable exhibition of the season, confronting our obsession with filters, fillers, AI, and online beauty. Through provocative works by Orlan, Arvida Byström, Ines Alpha, and more, it challenges how we see ourselves—and whether technology empowers or distorts identity.
As immigration raids intensify across the U.S., the garment industry is under threat. With nearly one-third of North America’s garment workers being immigrants—many undocumented—the raids not only endanger livelihoods but expose the deep hypocrisy in American manufacturing rhetoric. True protection and justice for their workers remain elusive, as brands often prioritize profits over people.
All things end, and so does summer. As the season shifts, here are five transformative books to help you reflect, renew, and embrace change.
The contemporary Filipino brand Carl Jan Cruz weaves nostalgia and everyday Filipino life into its designs, creating a heartfelt dialogue between past and present. As it marks its tenth anniversary, Carl Jan Cruz remains a vital thread in the evolving fabric of Filipino culture, dedicated to authenticity, collaboration, and global resonance.
Gillian Anderson’s “Want” isn’t just a book about sex—it's a rebellion. Through 174 anonymous, unfiltered female fantasies, it reveals how desire is deeply political, tangled in gender norms, power dynamics, and personal freedom.
What started as a swipe on Raya turned into a real-life romance that spanned continents, challenges, and unforgettable moments. In this exclusive interview, the couple opens up about meeting online, thriving as queer creatives, their engagement story, and heartfelt advice for those seeking lasting connection in today’s digital dating world.
While digital streaming remains the go-to option for most people when it comes to consuming media, a shift is underway as streaming fatigue, social media communities, and socioeconomic uncertainty are leading to the resurgence of physical media.
Black and African-owned brands took center stage at Berlin Fashion Week: redefining fashion and using it as a tool for resistance, sustainability, and storytelling. From Buzigahill’s powerful Return To Sender show to NOMMO’s visionary platform and AZEA ZALEA’s deeply personal debut, these creatives are shifting the industry’s focus toward justice, heritage, and innovation. This isn’t just fashion — it’s a movement.
