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VAISHALI COUTURE FASHION WEEK SHOW

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Breath is something that has remained unacknowledged in most of us. Ironically, we all feel it and it is the only thing that is happening every moment, continuously from the moment we were born. And still, its presence is taken for granted. It is the only inevitable exchange that is happening between us and the rest of the world. Why did we stop acknowledging the most prominent, evident and essential process that ensures our existence here?

Breath is the only thread that unites everything as one and supports life as whole. Handwoven fabrics from various states of India become a canvas to celebrate life and restore a zero-waste approach, preserving the museum-quality weave in innovative corded texture. This signature cording is braided along with Merino wools and Chanderi silks throughout the collection to remind us of the essence of all living beings around us.

Breath gives us the ability to form a connection with ourselves and others. This interplay is like the threads unraveling from a spool to form fabric that blends the weaves of India. A confluence of two world—traditional and modern on a platform of art and expression.

The collection embodies an artistic interpretation of handloom fabrics as our second skin, with a desire to wear ensembles created with nature itself and is timeworn in its quality. With an ageless paradigm of Indian textile vocabulary, every thread and fibre sings the songs of lost tales and soil of the Indian lands.

It is essential to pay attention to this one outstanding process because through it, our existence has been challenged and proven. This collection is a statement and celebration of our existence through a simple action of taking a Breath.

image from Damien Testu for use by 360 Magazine

Photo Credit: Yannis Vlamos

MALUMA — “SOBRIO”

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THE MUSIC VIDEO FEATURES CAMEOS FROM SCOTT DISICK, SAWEETIE, QUINCY BROWN AND SHANINA SHAIK

Global Latin music idol Maluma has just dropped his new single, melodic Latin pop banger “Sobrio” (“Sober”), along with its music video, which includes several celebrity cameos. “Sobrio” is the first single off of the artist’s upcoming album. You can listen to the song HERE. You can watch the accompanying music video HERE.

In “Sobrio”, written by Maluma, Édgar Barrera, Kevyn Mauricio Cruz, Alejandro Robledo, Filly Andres Lima and Lenin Yorney Palacios, Maluma once again sings about heartbreak but unlike the somewhat braggadocious Papi Juancho attitude he had in “HAWÁI”; this time he shows a more vulnerable side. The lyrics tell the story of someone who is only able to gather the courage to call his ex-girlfriend to tell her he misses her and say he is sorry, only after he has been drinking.

In the beautiful cinematic music video shot in Los Angeles by renowned director Jessy Terrero of Cinema Giants, we encounter a Maluma that is definitely not “sobrio” as he drowns his sorrows when he sees his girl, played by Israeli fashion supermodel Eden Fines, on a date, with reality star Scott Disick, and then gathers the liquid courage to confront them, making a fool of himself in the process while still somehow looking cool as only Maluma could do. Besides cameos from Disick, singer/rapper Saweetie, actor/singer/model Quincy Brown and Australian supermodel Shanina Shaik, the video has an unexpected, not-to-be-missed ending.

Maluma is currently in the midst of rehearsals for Maluma’s PAPI JUANCHO MALUMA WORLD TOUR, his first live, in-person tour since the beginning of the pandemic. The North American leg of the PAPI JUANCHO MALUMA WORLD TOUR kicks off on September 2nd and will make stops in more than 25 cities before including venues such as Madison Square Garden in New York and The Forum in Los Angeles.

LOCAL’S GUIDE TO VIRGINIA CITY

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Everyone is a local in Virginia City, Nevada. This modern bonanza prides itself on being a place where residents, regulars and first-time visitors from all over the world feel welcome and at home. During the 19th century boomtown years, Virginia City was the most industrious city west of Denver where prospectors from far and near risked it all in hopes of striking it rich on the Comstock Lode. Today, Virginia City maintains its roots of being a melting pot destination and maintains a friendly vibe.

This summer, visitors are welcomed to enjoy Virginia City like a local by visiting these hidden gem attractions, restaurants, saloons and hotels that are off the historic town’s main drag, C Street.

Gallery of the West

Located at the corner of Silver Street and B Street, Gallery of the West is dedicated to celebrating the spirit of the American West through traditional and contemporary fine, original art. Featuring local and regional artists in painting, sculpture and graphics, a visit to this gallery will not of disappoint. For more information, click HERE.

Piper’s Opera House

Piper’s Opera House was once one of the most significant theaters on the West Coast. Today, the restored historical opera house maintains its roots of a performing arts center, offering a variety of events for all ages. From bingo night to murder mystery productions; country dancing to cocktail mixology classes, there’s an event for everyone. For more information, click HERE.

The Cider Factory

The Cider Factory a quaint and rustic eatery situated in the historic Edith Palmer’s Country Inn, boasting 19th century charm with a cozy outdoor patio. The Cider Factory serves delicious breakfast, lunch and dinner. Locals and visitors alike come to the Cider Factory for a quiet meal, drinks and great conversation. For more information, click HERE.

Old Corner Bar

The Old Corner Bar is one of very few off C Street saloons and is conveniently attached to Piper’s Opera House. The Old Corner Bar is a great place to wet your whistle after enjoying an evening theater performance or to get away from the hustle of C Street. ‘Out front of the Old Corner Bar’ is a great summer hangout with good friends and even better drinks. For more information, click HERE.

Cobb Mansion Bed & Breakfast

When it’s time to wind down and stay a spell, visitors are invited to enjoy the quiet and elegant Cobb Mansion Bed and Breakfast. The restored 1876 Victorian Italianate mansion is furnished with period antiques, has six rooms with private baths, and has a complimentary gourmet breakfast. For more information, click HERE.

Visitors can find a special welcome to Virginia City each third Thursday of the month for Everyone is a Local at Night. The monthly event welcomes guests near and far to experience Virginia City’s magical after-hours where participating businesses stay open late and share the best of their authentic old-west hospitality.

Virginia City adventures are best kicked off at the Visitors Center where guests can learn about up-to-date attraction hours and operation, ask questions and get their Comstock Adventure Pass, offering museum and attraction passes at a discount and catered to each visitor’s interest. For more information on planning an adventure in Virginia City, please click HERE.

A short 30-minute drive from the Reno-Tahoe International Airport takes visitors to one of the largest historic districts in the Unites States—Virginia City, Nevada. Come experience this mining “boomtown” as it was in the 1800s. Step back in time while visiting the numerous historic buildings, saloons, churches and museums or take a mine tour or even ride a real steam train. The Comstock Adventure Passes offer the best value with discounted attraction packages and is available for purchase at the Virginia City Visitors Center.

QUEEN × AMAZON — TRIVIA CHALLENGE

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Legendary rock band Queen has teamed up with Amazon for the newest Alexa interactive skill experience.

With over 400 questions, the Queen Trivia Challenge takes fans on an immersive trip through Queen‘s music and history, revealing some surprising facts and insights into one of the most iconic bands in the world.

Queen Trivia Challenge skill for Alexa includes clips from the band’s greatest hits, documentaries and live performances. On Alexa-enabled devices with screens, not only can you hear the music, you can also see the videos.

Test your Queen knowledge and ask Alexa to play the Queen Trivia Challenge!

JUANA MARTIN REVEALS NEW COLLECTION “SEL NOIR”

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Today, the Spanish designer Juana Martín presents her new collection, “Sal Negra” (“Sel Noir”), at Paris Couture Fashion Week through a digital format.

The digital format in which the collection is exhibited delivers great audiovisual impact. Images are closely linked to nature, which take us directly to where the Fashion Film was recorded: the unmistakable Salinas de la Bahía de Cádiz, which belong to the Cultural Heritage of Andalusia, at dawn. Symbolism is crucial in “Sal Negra”—the dawn represents the rebirth of a new stage after a turbulent year, and the name of the collection is reinforced by the scenery in which the catwalk takes place.

The designer’s new collection can be interpreted from two points of view, taking as a reference the prominence and symbolism of the color black. On the one hand, the collection can be understood from the trajectory and origins of Juana Martín herself, her roots and particular and recognized style. And, on the other hand, the collection can be viewed as a personal vision in which “Sel Noir” reproduces the situation experienced this past year around the world.

Black Salt is characterized by volume, structure and the binomial and paradox between black and white, light and dark. Volume and exaggerated structures invade the garments, especially on the sleeves. We also find straight lines which are added to the curved format in more organic shapes.

The main fabrics are embroidered satins, structured organza with whalebones, taffetas, pleats, silk chiffons and sophisticated crystal mesh coats. Fabrics and textures take an important role in her video-parade, as they form an important contrast with the homogeneous blue sky and infinite sand that can be seen in the background. The colors of nature that serve as a backdrop merge and are part of the colorful collection.

BROWN + HUDSON — TRAVELER TYPE TEST

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The longtime luxury travel leader has partnered with leading scientists to offer travelers personalized insights into why and how they travel

Bespoke travel company Brown + Hudson announces the release of a valuable new test to help people find out who they are as a travelers. Beta testers have suggested that the Values Interests and Personality Traveler Type Test’s (VIP TTT) may well be the most useful tool to emerge since the early days of luxury travel.

While there are numerous established and well-known personality tests, the VIP TTT is the first science-based assessment to focus exclusively on an individual’s travel personality: their travel type, values and interests.

Why now? The thinking behind this new initiative goes like this: There is a huge amount of pent-up demand for travel. Understandably, we all just want to go—to escape to—anywhere. We’ve had more than a year to dream about places we want to go, but have we really stopped to think? Have we taken the time to consider why we travel at all, how we could be traveling smarter, who we are as travelers?

Brown + Hudson’s VIP TTT answers those questions. It isn’t a quick and easy, thinly veiled sales pitch on where you should go next. Rather, the company worked with two eminent travel psychologists, Dr. Jaime Kurtz, a professor of psychology at James Madison University, in Harrisonburg, Virginia, USA, and Andrijana Pujić, a Serbian expert in the area of psychometrics and the design of personality trait assessments. It’s a thoughtful test that consists of 77 considered questions.

“For too long, luxury travel professionals have been obsessed with the where of travel. Knowledge of destinations, hotels and the ‘stuff’ of travel has been the value they added. This is no longer enough. It’s the kind of work that A.I can already do rather well,” says Philippe Brown, the founder of Brown + Hudson.

“The travel professionals who will survive and thrive in the future will shift their focus from where, when and how many people, to why, who and how,” continues Brown, who not only intends to use the test with his company’s clientele but also hopes that other travel companies and agents will license and use the test, which in turn will move the entire industry forward.

“They’ll make being close to their client their priority. They’ll be a hybrid of therapist and an investigative journalist. Therapist in terms of how they get to know their clients and journalist in terms of their curiosity, and approach to the destination. The VIP TTT is a valuable therapeutic starting point. It tackles the important question of who is traveling and helps them get better outcomes from their precious time away from home.”

After spending 10–15 minutes completing the test, each user will receive a bespoke profile report (basically a guidebook written all about them), a symbol that represents their particular travel type, and an extract from Brown’s upcoming book, REVISIT: The New Art & Science of Luxury Travel. In beta research, 95% of testers found the results insightful and valuable, and 89% found the test experience enjoyable.

Brown + Hudson senior private travel advisor Ben Lavender says,“My profile and bespoke report provided a deeper understanding of my purpose when traveling. It has helped me gain a more developed insight into how and why I personally should travel rather than focusing on where. I think users will derive huge benefit from this—specifically nine times more benefits from their travel. This is the art and science of travel.”

POLESTAR 2 REVEALED AT GOODWOOD FESTIVAL

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Experimental Polestar 2 pushes the boundaries of the electric performance fastback
Power turned up to 476 hp (350 kW)
Polestar 1 brake and wheel upgrade and heavily tuned suspension enhance handling characteristics
Chief chassis engineer Joakim Rydholm to tackle the Goodwood hill throughout event

Polestar has revealed an experimental Polestar 2 at the Goodwood Festival of Speed. The EV has been given a makeover that was inspired by CEO Thomas Ingenlath’s desire to push the boundaries of the electric performance fastback’s design and performance potential.

“I challenged the design and engineering teams to play with Polestar 2 and come up with something that makes a strong statement for Goodwood,” comments Ingenlath. “For a few months I have enjoyed driving another experimental Polestar 2, nicknamed ‘Beast,’ around our Gothenburg campus, which inspired the team to come up with this version for Goodwood. We want to flex our muscles and explore opportunities.”

The Long range Dual motor Polestar 2 now produces a combined output of 476 hp (350 kW) from its twin electric motors. The car has been given a stronger stance, with a wider track (+10 mm on each side) and lower ride height (-30 mm). Widened wheel arches have been fitted, required to house the 9×21-inch wheels and 6-piston Akebono front brakes from Polestar 1. The 275/30R21 Pirelli PZero Rosso performance tires are also carried over from Polestar 1.

The springs have been stiffened by 80% at the front and 40% at the rear compared to the original performance units, and the adjustable Öhlins DFV dampers have been upgraded to Öhlins three-way performance dampers which are approximately 30% stiffer than the road and track originals. To further increase rigidity, the carbon fiber front suspension strut bar from a Volvo S60 Polestar Engineered has been fitted, complemented by a custom-fabricated rear strut bar.

“This car is what happens when we are given freedom to go beyond our limits,” says Joakim Rydholm, Polestar’s chief chassis engineer. “We already have such great handling and performance characteristics in Polestar 2, but when Thomas asked me to make something special for Goodwood, I was really excited to up the stakes.”

In addition to the mechanical upgrades, the car features updated front and rear bumpers. The car is finished in Snow Matte with a Magnesium Matte racing stripe, color-coded front grid and glossy black mirrors. Bumpers and side skirts feature an additional color-coded design accent. The wheels feature dual tonality of glossy and matte black surfaces.

Maximilian Missoni, Head of Design at Polestar, comments: “It’s always exciting to push a little bit further. This is one of the benefits of being a start-up like Polestar—we don’t have a mould to fit into so we can experiment with fun projects like this.”

Hillclimb runs will be completed during the event and the experimental Polestar 2 can be found in the First Glance Paddock, adjacent to the Polestar stand. The car will be piloted by Polestar’s lead chassis engineer, Joakim Rydholm, who made his first appearance at the Goodwood Festival of Speed in 2018 with the debut of the first driving prototype of Polestar 1.

Joakim Rydholm concludes: “Polestar 2 is already a wonderfully dynamic car and we have spent thousands of hours fine-tuning its driving characteristics. The new chassis set-up for Goodwood has really taken it to the next level. I can’t wait to go up the hill!”

CHIAE — “CASH OUT”

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The Atlanta R&B singer Chiae (formerly known as Malachiae) returns with a lush and lavish new single, “Cash Out,” out today on Motown. The swirling instrumental produced by T-Minus (Drake, Justin Bieber, The Weeknd) is smooth yet vibrant, setting the tone for Chiae’s tales of romantic encounters in the lap of luxury. You can watch the “Cash Out” visual HERE.

“Cash Out” is the sort of low-key ballad that Chiae has made his name on over the last few years. Dizzy synthesizers and neon sub-bass provide the soundtrack for a song full of easy romance and casual flexing. Chiae sets the scene early on: when a love interest slides into his side of town, he’s busy, making moves at the bank. But he makes time because they both appreciate the finer things in life. Sunny-eyed, he expresses his affection, while letting the instrumental breathe. It’s beautiful, light and sensual, like Chiae’s best songs to date.

This new single follows a string of sensitive and colorful tracks from the vocalist. In 2020, he released “Bedroom to the Club,” a luxe R&B song full of light-hearted come-ons, and “Get to the Bag,” a money-minded cut about providing for the one he loves. These tracks follow four years of EPs, singles and steadily building buzz for one of R&B’s rising stars. Last year, Chiae played TRILLERFEST, one of the largest virtual music festivals, alongside Migos, Mario, Pitbull, Marshmello, G Herbo and many more to help raise money for those affected by COVID-19.

Though Chiae’s just getting started, he’s already had huge success working with fellow Atlanta superstars Migos, playing a lead role in the movie Million Dollar Quartet, and securing national radio and TV plays on channels like BET Jams. “Cash Out” is proof that he remains dedicated to the grind, but that he’s also able to take time to enjoy the fruits of his budding fame, too. With songs as charismatic and magnetic as this, he’s sure to have even more success soon.

ALLISON PONTHIER — FAKING MY OWN DEATH

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Twenty-five-year-old singer-songwriter Allison Ponthier will release her debut EP, Faking My Own Death, on August 6 via Interscope Records. You can pre-save Faking My Own Death HERE. Today, she shared her spellbinding new single, “Hell Is A Crowded Room.” Ponthier’s crystalline voice skims along a gentle guitar as she explores a common fear. “Hell Is A Crowded Room” is available HERE. You can view the visualizer for the song HERE.

“‘Hell Is A Crowded Room’ is a song about pushing through social anxiety, especially when it manifests in a really physical way,” explains Allison Ponthier, who wrote the song with Rick Nowels (Lana Del Rey, Stevie Nicks), who produced it along with Dean Reid and Brandon Shoop. “I always wondered why a shy person like me would choose to be an artist when it’s constantly putting yourself in front of people, and I think HIACR is a response to that. It took on a much more intense meaning post-pandemic, but I also think that it’s an applicable song for anyone that gets nervous in groups and is doing their best to be brave enough to get through it.”

Ponthier will join Lord Huron on select dates for the Long Lost Tour which kicks off September 9^th in Philadelphia and hits various venues in New York City, Los Angeles, Boston, Seattle, Portland and other markets across the country. Check out the full itinerary HERE. They recently performed their collaboration “I Lied,” on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. Watch it HERE.

Growing up as a wide-eyed misfit in the Lone Star State, Ponthier dreamed of running away to New York City. When she made the move to Brooklyn at age 20, she felt out-of-place in a new way—like a goody-two-shoes Southerner in the epicenter of East Coast hipsterdom. The corresponding internal journey has inspired a string of reflective, idiosyncratic yet relatable songs.

Faking My Own Death merges raw self-expression with a sound both timeless and delicately inventive, tapping Ponthier’s affinity for indie-folk and alt-rock, yet hinting at her country roots with its heart-on-sleeve storytelling. Additional producers who joined her in the studio include Mike Crossey, Ethan Gruska, Dan Wilson and Adam Melchor. Along with “Hell Is A Crowded Room,” the EP features her debut single, “Cowboy”—which was an Apple Music World First—and “Harshest Critic.” See below for track listing.

Billboard said, “’Cowboy’ immediately captures and captivates as both a personal and professional coming-out story” while FADER called the track a “bright slice of queer country-pop.” In this feature, Vogue delved into the details behind the accompanying video, directed by Jordan Bahat and informed by the campy B-movies that Ponthier adores.

Teen Vogue noted, “‘Harshest Critic’ continues her enjoyable, introspective musical hot streak.” V Magazine declared, “You’re going to need to learn to pronounce this name because Allison Ponthier (Pon-tee-ay) is here to stay.”

Track Listing – Faking My Own Death:

Cowboy
Paid For
Harshest Critic
Hell Is A Crowded Room
Faking My Own Death
Tornado Country

“BEST DRIVING SONG” SURVEY RESULTS

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Insurance.com’s survey of the year’s most popular driving songs shows that most people get in touch with their inner disco dancer—with or without bell bottoms and platform shoes—while they’re on the road. “Dancing Queen” by ABBA shimmied its way into the top spot this year, knocking last year’s favorite, “Bohemian Rhapsody” by Queen, to fourth place.

This one-stop destination for expert advice on health, life and auto insurance asked drivers to name the best and worst road trip tunes, the genres most suited for driving, and the artists they’d rather not admit are on their playlist.

Find the complete survey results and detailed analysis on each category HERE.

Songs topping driving playlists this year include:

ABBA – Dancing Queen – 26%
Journey – Don’t Stop Believin’ – 25%
AC/DC – Highway to Hell – 23%
Queen – Bohemian Rhapsody – 23%
Carrie Underwood – Jesus Take the Wheel – 20%

Not surprisingly, “Dancing Queen” was most popular among drivers aged 45-54, who may be nostalgic about boogying the night away to the song years ago.

Survey participants also made predictions about what the next great classic road trip songs will be:

Bruno Mars – Uptown Funk – 34%
Taylor Swift – Shake it off – 27%
Justin Timberlake – Can’t Stop the Feeling – 26%
Florida Georgia Line – Cruise – 25%
Billie Eilish – Bad guy – 20%

Although a disco song topped the list, the genre itself did not rank among drivers’ favorites for road trips. Instead, they prefer classic rock (15%), followed by country (12%) and ‘80s music (11%). Those who want to let Jesus take the wheel reported Christian gospel music is their favorite road trip genre (8%). Among the least popular genres—all with 1% popularity—were heavy metal, Latin, K-pop and indie/folk. Punk rock was dead last with 0%.

Survey respondents also listed some tunes and recording artists that they are unlikely to listen to with their windows down.

Some of the most popular artists in the “guilty pleasures” category are:

Britney Spears – 16%
Adele – 15%
Bon Jovi – 12%
Justin Bieber – 12%
Celine Dion – 12%

“This is the third year we’ve conducted this light-hearted study,” explains Les Masterson, managing editor for Insurance.com. “It’s an opportunity to remind consumers that we spend a lot of time in our cars and it’s important to have the best possible car insurance coverage in the event that anything goes wrong.”

“While background music can be a nice way to help pass the time, it’s important that people maintain full attention on the road and avoid distracted driving,” Masterson adds.

This survey explores who controls the music during a road trip, how parents handle their children’s music choices, and what solo drivers are most likely to do when their favorite song comes on.

To gather these results, Insurance.com commissioned a survey of 1,000 drivers and asked them to choose the best and worst songs for driving, what song will be the next road-trip favorite, and which artists represent the biggest guilty driving pleasures.