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Black Culture Guide to Martha's Vineyard

The Black Culture Guide to the Best of Martha’s Vineyard

Published by Lawrence Otis Graham

Martha’s Vineyard is well-known as the summer home of the black elite. But really, it’s the summer of home of black heritage, black excellence, and black friends and family. If you’re planning to visit Martha’s Vineyard this summer, what are the best places to see, stay, and dine on the island? Especially if you’re seeking the iconic black experience on Martha’s Vineyard that African-American families have had since the late 1890’s? We went straight to the expert, Lawrence Otis Graham, who has been summering on Martha’s Vineyard since childhood. Here’s his black culture guide to Martha’s Vineyard.

luxury gifts for father's day

The Best Luxury Gifts for Father’s Day this Year

Published by Julie Murphy

What to give Dad for Father’s Day? Dear reader, we’re glad you asked. Our correspondent Julie Chang Murphy has gathered a list of creative, energizing, unusual and appreciative gifts for all of the fathers and father figures in your life. Whether you’re in search of the best sports, fashion, travel or foodie gifts for Dad, these are the best luxury gifts for Father’s Day this year.

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The Best Sustainable Luxury Items for Outdoor Parties

Published by Julie Murphy

Eco-friendly entertaining is important for the planet. And with the ban on single-use plastic growing in many locations, it will soon become mandatory. But can outdoor parties using sustainable items also be chic? With these eco-friendly home decor brands, the answer is an emphatic yes. Our correspondent Julie Chang Murphy has done the research, and she’s sharing the best sustainable luxury items – straws, serveware, napkins, and more – for outdoor parties.

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The Best Makers of Couture Millinery in the World

Published by Pamela Thomas-Graham

It’s hat season! No, not wool fedoras and ski hats and beanies. The season for ornate, whimsical, structured, romantic millinery – for spectacular special occasion and race day hats. A hat for Easter, and spring and summer weddings. Something brilliant for the Kentucky Derby, Ascot, and the Central Park Conservancy Hat Lunch in New York. Plus garden parties, graduations, outdoor concerts and more. But where to find a chic chapeau that will signal confidence and creativity – not kookiness? We’ve rounded up the best makers of couture millinery in the world. Here’s where to find the perfect special occasion hat for you.

The Best Luxury Gifts for Mother’s Day this Year

Published by Jillian Tangen

Ok, kids, it’s time. Yes, time to start shopping and planning for Mother’s Day this year. But what to give Mom, your Grandmom, your Mother-in-law, your Godmother, or that special person who has been like a mother to you? Our correspondent Jillian Tangen has come up with a variety of gift ideas and options for Mother’s Day – from micro-luxuries to grand gestures, we’ve got the ultimate gift guide for Mom. These are the best luxury gifts for Mother’s Day this year.