Vaughn Lowery is a native of Detroit and the youngest of five siblings, a graduate of Cornell University's ILR School. Core duties: global diversification strategy, production management, and ecological implementation. The grandson of the late civil rights defender and recipient of the presidential medal of freedom, Joseph Lowery. Lastly, a distinguished member of the Alpha Phi Alphi Fraternity, Incorporated (Alpha Chapter).
Dolce&Gabbana presents the Fall/Winter 2025 Men’s Collection “Paparazzi.” The word paparazzi is used to define those photographers who specialize in filming stars on public and private occasions, looking for rare situations, and became famous thanks to the 1960 film La Dolce Vita by Federico Fellini.
The fascinating world of cinema is at the centre of the new collection, which explores both the public and private sides of cinema icons, materializing their allure in the character of the contemporary man, through looks that tell the story of the actors’ lifestyle from dawn to dusk, from the comfort of free time to the elegance of the red carpet.
Daytime: Effortless Charm
Soft lines, oversized cuts accentuated by pleated trousers, leather and denim.
Style Play: part of Dolce&Gabbana‘s heritage, and in a fur-free version, is lightened and softened with denim or other casual pieces. Layered pieces create captivating plays on proportions, adding coherence and originality to the looks.
Timeless Icons: cargo pants inspired by utility wear, the classic tank top, and the unmistakable cap. The styling is deliberately simplified to showcase the unique character of each creation in its purest form.
Evening: Radiant Touches
The Elegance Of The Classic: The blazers, a perfect blend of creativity and craftsmanship, feature very wide lapels, stand collars, and are combined with an applied scarf. The suits embody timeless elegance conveyed through various expressions and facets.
Color scheme: white, beige, brown, light grey, dark grey, black.
-Dolce&Gabbana’s aesthetic codes
-Effortless daytime/layering
-The era of “La Dolce Vita”
-Brooches inspired by the 1940s
-Special occasions/The red carpet
Front row guests included James McAvoy, Haein Jung, Lucien Laviscount, Levi Dylan, Rocco Ritchie
A curated list of the top entities for both goods and services across various categories in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, by 360 MAGAZINE, a verifed Google guide.
Established in 2022 by Frenchwoman Julie Thai, The Gallerist is a commercially curated art space with an enunciation on Cambodian artisans. Introspective and innovative pieces are showcased at the venue, with price points starting at around $1000. It’s an affordable option for emerging collectors seeking eclectic vibrant works.
Le Manolis A restaurant and restaurant renovated from a colonial-style building, one of the French-style buildings in Phnom Penh. Great French cuisine.
Eclipse Sky Bar Good view with Western food and drinks (suggest arriving at 17:30 to see the beautiful sunset)
Factory Phnom Penh – an eclectic business incombator with tons of eateries, foosball, conference rooms, exhibitions, outdoor basketball courts, boutiques, billiards, ping pong, and movie theatre.
Sra’Art Gallery – a fun event and exhibition loft with full bar and gift shop
Hotels + Residences
The Peninsula Phnom Penh – a 4-star hotel and condo with full amenities including an affinity pool and skybar
UCare Pharmacy – a comprehensive network of 25 locations and 85 certified pharmacists with health, beauty, and wellness products. Get six weeks of Ozempic for $300.
‘I Heart LA’ NFT Collection Launched to Support LA Wildfire Response, with All Proceeds Going to Families In Need
Tech-enabled fashion brand, mmERCH, rallies top digital artists to help raise vital funds for LA Charity, Baby2Baby
In response to the devastating wildfires that have impacted families across Los Angeles, CA., the blockchain-enabled Web3 fashion start-up, mmERCH, has collaborated with acclaimed digital artists to launch the ‘I Heart LA’ NFT collection in an effort to quickly raise vital funds for those most impacted by the disaster. mmERCH, along with the participating artists, will donate 100% of the proceeds from the sale to Baby2Baby, a nonprofit that provides essential supplies to children and families in crisis.
The collection, featuring 7 artists’ distinct interpretations of the iconic ‘I Heart LA’ graphic, will be available for an open-edition mint from 8am EST / 5am PST on Friday, January 17th, 2025, until 11.59pm EST / 8.59 PST on Sunday, January 19th. Anyone with a compatible crypto wallet (such as MetaMask) will be able to mint an NFT from the collection on highlight.xyz for just 0.0069 ETH (approx. $23).
All mints are random and the odds of minting across the collection are weighted equally. All proceeds from the mint will go directly to Baby2Baby, which has already distributed over 3 million emergency supplies, including diapers, formula, food, and hygiene products, to displaced families. Given the urgency of the ongoing crisis in Los Angeles, mmERCH will work to ensure that funds are swiftly distributed to Baby2Baby after the auction closes on Sunday, January 19th.
Speaking about the idea, Colby Mugrabi, founder and CEO of mmERCH, said: “It’s impossible to not be affected by what’s happening in Los Angeles. Just amongst our team, we have dozens of friends, collaborators, and colleagues who have been directly impacted by this sequence of horrific events, with their lives and livelihoods turned upside down overnight.”
“We quickly realized that there was an opportunity to harness the power of digital assets and blockchain technology to have a direct and immediate impact on fundraising efforts. I’m so grateful to the artists and partners who jumped at the chance to produce an ‘I Heart LA’ badge of support. With this project, we hope to deliver much-needed resources to those affected by this ongoing tragedy through an organization whose work we so deeply admire and respect.
Baby2Baby has been serving children and families in need throughout the city of Los Angeles and nationwide for well over a decade, and we hope this initiative will help drive much needed funding in support of their ongoing emergency response efforts.”
INTEGRATION OF ITALIAN STYLE AND CONTEMPORARY GLAMOUR
The Bvlgari Hotel Shanghai is located on the banks of Suhe Creek with a rich historical and cultural background. It has a delicate balance of pleasant natural landscapes, contemporary design, and classic historical architecture. The historic building, the former Chamber of Commerce Shanghai, has been renovated and integrated with the Bvlgari tower, which is surrounded by abundant natural scenery, to form Bvlgari Hotel Shanghai.
The Former Chamber of Commerce Shanghai
Balancing nature, contemporary design and heritage architecture, the property combines a 48-floor tower, a majestically restored Chamber of Commerce Shanghai building dating from 1916 and lush gardens which surround the whole area. The hotel occupies the top 8 floors of the Tower offering stunning views of the iconic Bund, the sky towers of Pudong’s financial district and the dramatic curvature of Huangpu River and Suzhou Creek. The lower floors are occupied by The Bvlgari Residences. As they did for the other Bvlgari properties, the renowned Italian architectural firm ‘ACPV ARCHITECTS Antonio Citterio Patricia Viel,’ signed this hotel’s design and created a glamorous contemporary masterpiece blending the distinctive Italian refinement of Bvlgari with rich layers of Shanghai history.
Bvlgari Hotel Shanghai
Adjacent to the hotel tower, the historic former Chamber of Commerce Shanghai, built in 1916 and completely restored to evoke memories of its glorious past, houses a glamorous 500 square meter Bvlgari Ballroom with double-height ceilings, the haute-cuisine Chinese restaurant Bao Li Xuan and The Whisky Bar.
Bao Li Xuan Chinese Restaurant
Bao Li Xuan serves exquisite Cantonese classics and local Shanghainese specialties, while the sophisticated Whisky Bar located on the same floor presents an extensive collection of premium whiskies and spirits to be tasted in a warm and distiguished athmosphere akin to a member’s club. Built in Neoclassical Renaissance style, the statuesque landmark forms a serendipitous connection to Bvlgari’s Roman roots and pairs up with a beautiful archway gate from 1920, used as VIPs entrance.
Bvlgari Hotel Shanghai is home to six signature-dining options located both in the hotel tower and in the adjacent historic former Chamber of Commerce Shanghai. The Italian Il Ristorante-Niko Romito is curated by chef Niko Romito, one of the world’s most celebrated chefs with three Michelin stars for his Reale restaurant in Abruzzo and presents a carefully curated canon of contemporary Italian cooking in a seductive 47th floor restaurant overlooking the city lights. At the same floor, The Bvlgari Bar with its iconic oval counter is the place to be for sophisticated sipping and socialising, while the
La Terrazza on the rooftop offers an Italian style informal menu with spellbinding views of Shanghai’s skyline.
On the ground floor, China’s first Bvlgari chocolate boutique Bvlgari Dolci invites guests to indulge in a luxury sweet treat while the refined ambiance of the Lobby Lounge, where a menu of afternoon tea and aperitivo is available, opens up to Bvlgari Dolci, an enchanting outdoor space which welcomes guests with a selection of wines and Italian gelato. Also on the ground floor, a Bvlgari jewellery store displays the brand’s finest creations.
Enjoying an exclusive setting amid private gardens, historic buildings and art galleries, the hotel is just three minutes’ drive from the iconic Bund. The chic fashion boutiques of Nanjing Road, known as ‘Shanghai’s Fifth Avenue,’ and the famous museums and theatres of People’s Square are just minutes away.
La Terrazza
The hotel’s 82 exquisitely crafted guestrooms, including 19 suites which crown the top eight floors of the 48-floor tower, have an average size of over 60 square meters, among the most spacious in the city. Guests experience the exceptional comfort of modern Italian furnishings custom-made by revered Italian brands such as Maxalto, Flos and Flexform, along with state-of-the-art technology which creates a warm residential ambience. Accessed via a private lift, the exceptional 400 square meter Bvlgari Suite offers sweeping views of the Shanghai cityscape and can be extended to create a 570 square meter three-bedroom residence by connecting it with an adjoining suite.
The Bvlgari Spa
The hotel’s 2,000-square-meter The Bvlgari Spa and fitness center is a harmonious retreat to balance the body, mind, and spirit in elegant Italian style. The Bvlgari Spa offers eight spa treatment rooms, sauna and relaxation rooms, and a 25-meter heated indoor pool and vitality pools.
About Bvlgari Hotels & Resorts
Unique locations in harmony with the surrounding areas, the blend of traditional design with dramatic contemporary Italian architecture by the architectural firm ACPV Architects Antonio Citterio Patricia Viel and superior service crafted with the same attention to quality that has always distinguished Bvlgari creations. These are the key elements that characterize the Bvlgari Hotels & Resorts collection.
For all the hotels, the approach is the same: the design of the interiors is strongly rooted in the traditions of the place, and careful attention is paid to every detail in a tribute to absolute luxury.
The Bvlgari Hotels & Resorts collection features the distinctive, bold Italian style typical of Bvlgari, reflected in its unique design, its contemporary Italian cuisine, and its lavish spas. It conveys the excitement of the Bvlgari brand, its timeless glamour, and its magnificent Italian jewelry heritage.
Bvlgari Hotels & Resorts collection includes properties in Milan, London, Bali, Beijing, Dubai, Shanghai, Paris and the recently added ones in Rome and Tokyo.
Three additional hotels are coming soon to Miami, Bodrum, Maldives, between 2025 and 2026.
About Bvlgari
Part of the LVMH Group, Bvlgari, was founded in the heart of Rome in 1884.
Over the decades, the Brand has established a worldwide reputation as magnificent Roman High Jeweler and icon of Italian art of living thanks to its exquisite craftsmanship, visionary design and audacious color combinations.
Through a pioneering vision intrinsic in the brand’s DNA since its founding, the company’s international success has evolved into a global and diversified luxury purveyor of products and services, ranging from fine jewels and high-end watches to accessories and perfumes, and featuring an extended network of boutiques and hotels in the world’s most exclusive shopping areas.
Demonstrated through its numerous philanthropic partnerships, Bvlgari deeply believes in innovating the present for a sustainable future through its commitment to Social & Environmental Responsibility and giving back – to nature and to the community.
A star-studded cypher of afficionados from all walks of life
Smirnoff, the world’s most popular vodka, is ecstatic to announce Smirnoffstraordinary Drops, a palpitating platform that celebrates extraordinary products and experiences that provide premium quality without the high price tag. The goal of this effort is to make the best accessible to everyone.
Three connoisseurs were recruited by the marque to start this groundbreaking initiative: award-winning musician Saweetie, former NFL star Vernon Davis, and emerging fashion designer Nigel Xavier.
The ensemble was involved in the launch by curating their own seven-piece collection of limited-edition items that reflected their personal styles. Keeping in mind Smirnoff’s quality and affordability ethos, these collections are made to inspire fans.
Fans can get tangled in one of the 21 exclusive, 1-of-1 items from each trendsetter’s collection by visiting smirnoffdrops.com, the campaign’s central hub for exclusive content and curated style. Luxury doesn’t have to cost a lot, as each item will be available for just $12.99. Fans will need to act quickly because once these exclusive pieces disappear, they will disappear!
Smirnoffstraordinary Drops demonstrate the diversity and inclusivity that Smirnoff represents with their unique styles. This trio represents Smirnoff’s dedication to celebrating individuality and exceptional talent in all areas of life, including music, sports, and fashion. Smirnoff Extraordinary Drops is not just a campaign, it is a celebration of how high-quality experiences and products can be experienced by everyone, anywhere.
The endeavor was influenced by Smirnoff’s versatility as a premium vodka at an affordable price, which is also the ideal choice for a range of cocktails. Smirnoff makes sure all their drinks are high-quality and tasteful, whether it’s making classics like cosmos or espresso martinis, or enjoying simple drinks like vodka soda without breaking the bank.
This year, embrace Pantone’s Color of the Year, Mocha Mousse. Grounded in brown undertones, evoking a sense of warmth, sophistication, and modernity, Mocha Mousse is a timeless hue you’ll want to keep wearing for years to come. Luxury British watchmaker, Bremont, is dedicated to pushing watchmaking boundaries while maintaining classic design principles with this rich, indulgent color.
Take it further with the 40mm Supermarine 300M Date Bi-Color featuring a sleek profile case crafted in 904L stainless steel and 18ct rose gold. The 18ct rose gold-capped, knurled-edged bezel showcases trapezoid indexes on the uni-directional brown aluminum insert, seamlessly transitioning onto the dial to form a naval-inspired crosshair that draws the eye to the striking brown gradient dial.
For a vintage look, reminiscent of dress and sports watches from the 1960’s, consider the Terra Nova 40.5 Date ‘Carmel’, or opt for something larger such as the Terra Nova 42.5 Chronograph Rose Gold, which combines the rugged charm of early twentieth century military pocket watches with modern craftsmanship.
The most exciting new UK artist LeoStayTrill is back with his first single of the new year titled “Selena” which finds him dishing out bars over a hardhitting drill production. The song was first teased on TikTok on New Year’s Eve, and fans have been loving every minute of it. Since the tease last month, Leo’s “Selena” has helped the rapper garner 11 million views, 1.5 million likes, and 100,000 new followers across all profiles. In addition, fans have left 85,000 comments and created over 3,000 videos to “Selena.”
The song has also given birth to a new viral dance trend that Leo has been doing alongside his friends in various TikTok videos. The dance has been picking up steam with fans creating their own videos and dancing to the infectious new track. “Selena” comes after Leo released “2s N 3s” last November to close out a productive 2024. “2s N 3s” showcases Leo’s multilayered flow and his signature creative flair over a song that samples Clean Bandit’s 2014 hit record “Rather Be.”
Leo has been busy crafting his artistry with also still being in college and fans got to see that live when he took the stage for his first ever sold-out headline show at The Camden Assembly, where he performed an electrifying show and brought along guests such as ArrDee and Tion Wayne. People have been tuning into Leo and his music for the last several months as his Instagram and TikTok follower count has crossed over 1.1 million and he recently tore down the house as a supporting act for Asake’s show at the O2 Arena in September.
Boasting millions of monthly listeners on Spotify, 2M+ TikTok video creations, 35M likes on TikTok and over 60M streams on Spotify alone and over a 100M streams to date before 18 years old. In only a year, Leo has crashed onto the scene in a spectacular fashion. Tracks such as “Jimi Hendrix,” “Honeybun,” “Pink Lemonade,” “Cardi,” “Demure,” and “Lost in Sardinia” show that Leo is keeping his foot firmly pressed on the gas as he continues to rise up the rap music ranks.
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Born to Zimbabwean parents and raised in South London, at first his parents didn’t quite get it. But after seeing him performing to huge crowds while still in primary school, it wasn’t long before they understood he was a natural. “Now they’re fully on board,” he smiles.
Leo taught himself how to produce and started collaborating and creating music as soon as he could. It was his symbiotic collaboration with producer Xeretto since 2019 (when they were 12 or 13) that he credits with bringing his trademark sonics to life in a new way. ‘Honeybun’ came from that and then ‘Pink Lemonade’ as well, so I don’t feel like I need to go elsewhere to get something that we created.” Understandably so, when the recipe has already proved so successful. Coining a contagious blend of UK rap’s best bits, his sound has set him apart from the pack on the international stage already. Pairing the fast-paced percussive vocal delivery of drill with the earworm lightness of afro swing melodies. The innate rhythmic flair of African melodies and the effortless charisma and lingua franca of London’s cultural melting pot.
Louis Vuitton presents the campaign for Le Monde Est à Vous, the Spring-Summer 2025 Men’s Collection by Pharrell Williams. Staged at La Maison de l’UNESCO in Paris, the visual exploration expands on the frames of the runway show presented at the site’s monumental open-air grounds in June 2024.
Capturing the collection’s themes of unity in human diversity and the world of tomorrow, the images immortalize the travel-centric notion of the global dandy in his many international guises. From diplomat to explorer and leisure traveler, it is a wardrobe rendered in the nuances of skin tones.
Unfortunately, a storm in Santa Ana, while many slept, had 100 mph gusts of wind push the blaze throughout the metropolitan area.
Firefighters are overwhelmed as the city has had no rain in the last 6 months–it’s a drought. 5 deaths reported, thousands have lost their homes (Mandy Moore, Hunter Biden), and many businesses have been burnt to the ground.
Rolls-Royce Motor Cars confirmed its investment of more than $370 million (£300 million) to expand its sole manufacturing facility at Goodwood in England. This move is the next step in the company’s strategic focus on creating value for clients through the most complex, personal, and valuable handcrafted luxury products and delivering an unparalleled client experience. The company’s global performance in 2024, a landmark year for Bespoke and the third-best sales record in its history, confirms the success of this strategy.
This expansion will allow Rolls-Royce to enhance the value of commissions for clients by creating additional space for the increasingly complex and high-value Bespoke and Coachbuild projects. It will also prepare the manufacturing facility for the brand’s transition to an all-battery electric vehicle (BEV) future.
This investment represents the largest capital injection ($100 million) since the plant opened on January 1, 2003. At that time, it employed about 300 people and produced just one motor car per day. While the plant has undergone significant internal upgrades over the past 20 years, the building and footprint remain largely unchanged. The staff numbers have grown more to more than 2,500 people, and Goodwood now produces about 25 motor cars per day.
A Record Year for Bespoke
In 2024, the Rolls-Royce Bespoke Collective of specialist designers, engineers, and craftspeople undertook some of their most creatively daring and technically challenging commissions. These projects featured innovative materials, craft techniques, and features never seen before on a Rolls-Royce motor car, resulting in unique, emotionally resonant masterpieces that reflect the commissioning clients’ interests and personalities.
Rolls-Royce’s Bespoke offering reached record levels in 2024, with Bespoke content increasing by 10% per commission year-over-year, the highest in the company’s history.
An Unmatched Client Experience
Rolls-Royce’s commitment to Bespoke is reflected in its Private Offices. In 2024, the of VIP spaces expanded to New York and Seoul, joining locations in Dubai and Shanghai. Inspired by the original Private Office in Goodwood, these creative hubs are available by invitation and designed to inspire creativity and close collaboration between clients, their dealer advisor, and a dedicated local designer. Clients highly value this unique experience, with Private Office commissions typically 25% higher in value than the starting suggested retail price.
Rolls-Royce’s dealer partners worldwide continued investing in the brand’s updated visual identity and showroom concept, offering a social, creatively engaging environment where clients can relax and find inspiration for their bespoke commissions.
The Rolls-Royce invitation-only members’ app, Whispers, grew by 55% in 2024. This exclusive digital club allows clients to access and manage their Rolls-Royce motor cars, network with other clients, and gain exclusive insights about the marque and the luxury world. Whispers also facilitate direct contact among Rolls-Royce owners and their contacts at their dealers and inside Rolls-Royce Motor Cars.
Globally Balanced Sales Picture
In 2024, Rolls-Royce introduced a record four models: Cullinan Series II and Ghost Series II, along with their Black Badge variants. These launches, coupled with sustained demand for all Rolls-Royce products, resulted in global sales of 5,712 in 2024—the third best year ever and in line with the brand’s expectations.
2024 also marked the first full year of sales for Rolls-Royce Spectre. Clients have confirmed that Spectre’s electric drivetrain is perfectly suited to Rolls-Royce, enhancing the brand’s renowned attributes: silence, ‘waftability,’ and the unique ‘magic-carpet ride’ experience. Spectre’s market arrival worldwide confirmed the successful launch of this innovative motor car.
The most requested models in 2024 were Cullinan, Spectre, and Ghost, with Phantom, the flagship model, retaining its status as the ultimate and rarest Rolls-Royce. Phantom will celebrate its centenary in 2025.
In 2024, North America was once again Rolls-Royce Motor Cars’ largest sales region, representing around one-third of commissions delivered. North America performance was driven by demand in southern markets, especially Florida. North America saw a significant increase in the average Bespoke value of each commission with several of the most complex commissions ever being delivered in the past year.
Rolls-Royce Motor Cars looks forward with confidence to 2025, when the brand will unveil its next electric motor car.
