Stories for a freezing day
By vpc
November 19th, 2014 |
Quick Reads

While you’re inside hiding from the cold, here are a few picks from the VP+C team to add to your reading list:

Lisa is loving Ivanka Trump’s #WomenWhoWork initiative, which lives on the real estate mogul and designer’s new website. It’s a celebration of women in careers of all kinds, with an opportunity to upload your own and share your story.

Emily is rejoicing about Airbnb launching its own print magazine. “Pineapple” will focus on a range of topics from travel to fashion, and each issue will highlight three cities. Pick up a copy and get inspired for your next adventure.

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Meghan is spinning with excitement this week over a story served up by Colossal about artist Thomas Yang’s architectural landmarks created with bicycle tire tracks.

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Margaret says the new exhibit at Venus over Manhattan gallery is a must see. Maurizio Cattelan is known for making very bold statements with his work—maybe a little too in-your-face for some, but you may find them hilarious or intriguing.

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The show is curated in a way that forces you to interact with the sculptures in a way that is almost suspenseful and unnerving, but not frightening.

Rachel loves this new app that lets kids explore the home of four different kid’s houses around the world… so innovative and enlightening!

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Michelle thinks this is a spot-on stocking stuffer and gift for the person who loses all their cell phone accessories (like herself!)

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