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chimamanda ngozi adichie and foundrae celebrate freedom

Published by Pamela Thomas-Graham

A new limited edition “Freedom of Expression” medallion from luxury jeweler Foundrae will directly benefit free speech and the protection of journalists. Crafted in combination with award-winning novelist and essayist Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, all proceeds from the sale of the $3,950 pendant will benefit PEN America. We were invited to the gala celebration to launch this wonderful collaboration. Here are the highlights. #freedomofexpression

Did you know a Nordic Easter involves Crime Solving?

Published by Jillian Tangen

Easter is approaching, and with it come some unusual traditions around the world. For example, did you know a Nordic Easter involves crime solving? In Norway, it’s a beloved annual holiday activity. Our correspondent Jillian Tangen fills us in on the Easter Crime and the dark joy of Nordic Noir. And recommends the books and films to join in the fun of Nordic Easter crime fiction. Dark chocolate goes rather well with all of them, by the way. Watch your back, bunnies.

the best looks from the fall winter 2019 fashion shows

Published by Julie Murphy

Looking for a glimpse of the future? Look no further than the best looks from the Fall Winter 2019 fashion shows. New York, Milan, London and Paris all had their high points. Collectively, designers have given us several conceptions about the right fashion for moving forward in turbulent times. What to wear this fall and winter? Our correspondent Julie Chang Murphy breaks down the headlines.

literary luxuries: the joy of the antiquarian book fair

Published by Pamela Thomas-Graham

The 59th annual edition of the New York Antiquarian Book Fair is underway this weekend at the cavernous Park Avenue Armory. It’s another beloved spring happening in the city. If you’ve never been you, you probably have questions: What’s on sale? Who goes? What’s it like? Is anything actually affordable? Dear reader, we went to the VIP Preview. And we’ve got answers to all those questions and more. Here’s what you need to know about the annual Antiquarian Book Fair in New York City. It’s one of our favorite literary luxuries.

luxury lessons: what you need to know about hudson yards

Published by Jillian Tangen

The long-awaited opening of the ultra-luxurious development in New York City, Hudson Yards, is finally here. In our ongoing series, Luxury Lessons, we’ve got the run-down on everything you need to know about this dazzling new addition to the luxury landscape in Manhattan. Shopping, restaurants, art and more. Consider this a West Side Story about a dazzling new level of luxury.