Stories of the Week: January 22
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January 22nd, 2016 |
Quick Reads

A Graceful Exit

grace-coddington-step-down-creative-director-vogue-001We all know who she is, we all know her from the film The September Issue and her memoir(s), we all recognize her signature auburn hair on the streets of Chelsea —Grace Coddington is stepping down as Creative Director at Vogue to Creative Director At-Large. As a long time fan of her creative eye and direction for editorial, I can’t waiiiiiit to see what projects and collaborations come from this change! – Margaret Park / Story & Image via HypeBeast

A Community Comes Together

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It’s hard to imagine that an unthinkable tragedy happened in such a perfect, magical town like Geneseo. I’ve been able to see the outpouring of love from a tight knit alumni group. It is a reminder to the rest of the world that we must be able to stick together, be there for each other, trust each other, and love each other in times of need. #oneknight – Kevin Mejia / Story & Image via Democrat and Chronicle

From Page to Podcast

21ml-podcast-superJumbo-v3When your favorite New York Times column—one that shares a name with one of your favorite Bowie songs—becomes a podcast, it’s something to talk about.  While “Modern Love” has held my attention for as long as I can remember, I look forward to going from reader to listener as I continue to be a modern gal interested in other people’s romantic relationships. – Alana Moskowitz / Story and Image via The New York Times and Brian Rea

Shine (Glow) On!

glow-thumbWhile I might actually consider this trending new do for 2016, it might also lend as an interesting client event. With glow-in-the-dark hair, the possibilities are endless (never thought I’d ever say that last sentence…) – Melodie Mendez / Story via Mashable / Image: @AUTUMNBOTTOM23/@RAINBOWMEGZ/INSTAGRAM ON INSTAGRAM

Panorama Music Festival Comes to NYC

Screen Shot 2016-01-22 at 3.09.18 PMFestivals may not be my thing, but I think it’ll be fun to have a major music (and fashion, frankly) event right in our own backyard. Never enough flower headbands! – Lisa Jasper/ Story via Racked / Image via Driely S.

Proud Pups of NYC

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What’s sassier than New Yorker’s? Their pups! My favorite article this week on Buzzfeed came from the mind of illustrator and cartoonist David Ostow. Ostow has created an adorable guide to the different breeds of NYC dog owners. Take a peek and find out which matches you and your pooch! – Michelle Addo / Story via Buzzfeed / Images via David Ostow