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LeRoy Neiman: The Playboy Sketches of an Artistic Mastermind
July 20, 2023 in Arts & Culture by Charlotte Sinclair
In the 1980s, the pages of Playboy bore the hallmark of a unique artist who captured the essence of celebrities and society through deft strokes and raw creativity. That artist was LeRoy Neiman, whose sketches for the iconic magazine during that decade painted a vibrant picture of a transformative era.
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Japanese Grandmas Launch Sashiko Gals: A Sneaker Brand Fusing Traditional Embroidery with Modern Fashion
July 14, 2024 in Fashion & Style by Charlotte Sinclair
In a heartwarming blend of tradition and contemporary fashion, a group of Japanese grandmothers has taken the sneaker world by storm with their unique creations. The collective, aptly named Sashiko Gals, has been turning heads with their custom-designed sneakers adorned using the ancient Japanese embroidery technique known as sashiko.
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Former Maid Resurrects Abandoned Corsican Hotel, Restoring Its Soul
July 16, 2024 in Travel & Destinations by Charlotte Sinclair
In a heartwarming tale of restoration and entrepreneurship, a once-glamorous hotel on the southern coast of Corsica has been given a new lease on life by an unlikely duo. The Grand Hôtel des Roches Rouges, which had fallen into disrepair and remained shuttered for two decades, has been lovingly revived by a former maid and her husband.
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