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How The Secrets of Being's Courses Build Resilience in an Age of Burnout
The Well-Lived Life

How The Secrets of Being's Courses Build Resilience in an Age of Burnout

With 55% of the U.S. workforce experiencing burnout, The Secrets of Being offers a unique approach to build resilience by addressing root causes rather than just symptoms, integrating deep spiritual wisdom with practical tools for lasting change. It focuses on self-worth and connection as foundations for overcoming modern stress.

Sponsored by The Secrets of Being·Sep 24
Supermodel Bella Hadid is pictured walking in Saint-Tropez wearing $180 Massimo Dutti black leather thong sandals after attending the Cannes Film Festival.
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Bella Hadid wears $180 thong sandals after Cannes

Days after gracing the Cannes red carpet in designer heels, supermodel Bella Hadid was spotted in Saint-Tropez wearing a pair of $180 Massimo Dutti black leather thong sandals, according to WWD .

Beatriz Almeida·May 25
Adults embracing whimsical fashion with ladybug motifs, finding comfort and joy in playful designs that evoke childhood.
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Ladybugs' Whimsical Accent Heals Inner Child in 2026 Fashion

Ladybug motifs are suddenly appearing across fashion, not just as a fleeting trend, but as a widespread embrace of comforting childhood whimsy.

Marcus Thorne·May 24
Celebrities at a New York City cocktail party celebrating Brent Neale's 'Tides' collection, showcasing bold, nature-inspired fine jewelry like gold fish earrings and diamond nautilus charms.
The Tech Edit

Brent Neale's New Collection Highlights Bold Jewelry Trends

At a New York City cocktail party on May 19, celebrities like Blake Lively celebrated Brent Neale's new 'Tides' collection, featuring 18-karat gold fish earrings and diamond nautilus shell charms, acc

Akio Mori·May 24
Nike Air Max 90 'Scorpion' Chrome sneaker with a metallic finish and scorpion-themed accents, ready for its summer release.
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Nike Air Max 90 'Scorpion' Chrome Coming This Summer

Mark your calendars: On March 26, Nike unleashes the Air Liquid Max for $230.

Javier Rojas·May 24
Match Finder Co. Private Matchmaking for Accomplished Singles Seeking a Long-Term Relationship
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Match Finder Co. Private Matchmaking for Accomplished Singles Seeking a Long-Term Relationship

For accomplished professionals navigating the modern dating world, the endless swiping on apps can lead to significant burnout. This growing fatigue with mainstream platforms, as noted by industry observers at CNBC, has …

Sponsored by Match Finder Co.·Sep 18
Adventurers rappelling into Antelope Canyon and swimming with whale sharks in Panama, showcasing the new era of luxury adventure travel.
Global Itinerary

Epic Global Adventures to Experience in 2026

Forget infinity pools; today's luxury traveler might be rappelling 70 feet into Antelope Canyon or tracking whale sharks in Panama.

Beatriz Almeida·May 23
Visionary perfumer Quentin Bisch holding the successful Amouage Guidance fragrance, bathed in ethereal golden light within a historic perfumery.
Behind the Seams

Quentin Bisch's Fragrance Success Story Continues to Captivate Audiences

Amouage's Guidance, a fragrance by Quentin Bisch, recently became the most successful scent in the prestigious house's history.

Marcus Thorne·May 23
Celebrities showcase daring and bold beauty looks on the red carpet at the amfAR Gala Cannes 2026, highlighting avant-garde fashion and provocative style.
Beauty Dossier

Stars Showcase Boldest Beauty Looks at amfAR Gala Cannes 2026

At the 2026 amfAR Gala in Cannes, Lizzo didn't just push boundaries; she obliterated them.

Javier Rojas·May 22
A Walmart delivery van races through a suburban neighborhood at dusk, symbolizing rapid grocery delivery to millions of American homes.
Market Watch

Walmart delivers groceries in 30 minutes to 60% of Americans

Walmart can now reach 60% of the U.

Akio Mori·May 22
Thinking About Althea Wellness Clinic? 5 Reasons It Might Be Right for International Patients
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Thinking About Althea Wellness Clinic? 5 Reasons It Might Be Right for International Patients

Medical travel is a rapidly growing, multi-billion dollar industry, and for millions of U.S. residents, Mexico is the top destination. A study published by the National Institutes of Health found that Mexico accounted fo…

Sponsored by Althea Wellness Clinic·Sep 18
Timothée Chalamet wearing mini Ugg boots with a vintage jacket and parachute pants while courtside at a Knicks playoff game.
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Timothée Chalamet Wears Uggs to Knicks Playoff Game

At a high-stakes Knicks playoff game in January, Timothée Chalamet ditched traditional celebrity courtside glamour for a pair of mini Uggs, sparking a fresh debate on fashion and comfort.

Javier Rojas·May 22
Katie Holmes looking radiant in a white gown and exquisite jewelry as the honoree at the American Ballet Theatre Spring Gala.
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Katie Holmes Shines at the American Ballet Theatre Spring Gala

Katie Holmes arrived at the American Ballet Theatre's 2026 Spring Gala adorned in nearly $80,000 worth of Arielle Ratner jewels , making a striking statement as the evening's honoree on May 20.

Beatriz Almeida·May 21
Interior view of the new Karen Wazen flagship store at Dubai Mall, showcasing a diverse range of fashion accessories and eyewear in a chic, modern setting.
The Tech Edit

Karen Wazen Opens First UAE Flagship Store at Dubai Mall

Just days after opening its first 40-square-meter flagship store in Dubai Mall's new Social District, Karen Wazen Collection announced plans for more than 14 additional stores in Egypt within three ye

Akio Mori·May 21
Chase Infiniti wearing Louis Vuitton olive green leather ankle boots from the Fall 2026 collection at the Cruise 2027 show.
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Infiniti Debuts Louis Vuitton Olive Green Boots for Fall 2026

At Louis Vuitton's exclusive Cruise 2027 show in New York City, Chase Infiniti unveiled olive green leather ankle boots from the Fall 2026 collection, a full year ahead of schedule.

Marcus Thorne·May 21
Shepherd Premier Senior Living: Key Considerations for Memory Care Decisions
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Shepherd Premier Senior Living: Key Considerations for Memory Care Decisions

Choosing a memory care community for a loved one is one of the most significant and emotionally complex decisions a family can face. With nearly four in ten assisted living residents living with Alzheimer’s or other deme…

Sponsored by Shepherd Premier Senior Living·Sep 18
Tilda Swinton performing in the Guggenheim Bilbao atrium, with Dom Pérignon champagne bottles displayed nearby, symbolizing the fusion of art and luxury.
The Well-Lived Life

Tilda Swinton to perform new work at Dom Pérignon Guggenheim

On June 5, 2026, Tilda Swinton will perform a new, scriptless work of 'gesture, presence, and transformation' in the Guggenheim Bilbao's iconic atrium.

Beatriz Almeida·May 20
Overhead view of a busy Target store with shoppers, highlighting increased sales and successful Q1 earnings.
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Target Q1 Earnings Beat Estimates, Sales Jump 6.7%

For the first time in five quarters, Target's comparable sales surged by 5.

Marcus Thorne·May 20
Exterior view of the new Veronica Beard boutique, a two-floor luxury fashion store located in Paris's exclusive Triangle d'Or district.
Global Itinerary

Veronica Beard to Open First Paris Boutique in the Triangle d’Or

Next month, American contemporary brand Veronica Beard will unveil its first Paris boutique: a sprawling 2,335 square foot, two-floor space in the exclusive Triangle d’Or district.

Beatriz Almeida·May 18
A property owner surveys a city street with contrasting new developments and vacant retail spaces, symbolizing the challenges in the retail real estate market.
Market Watch

Retail property owners face economic and political turmoil

Neiman Marcus's closure in Boston's Copley Place starkly contrasts Ronald Druker's $300 million investment in new retail and office space blocks away.

Akio Mori·May 18
What Makes Clyde Valentine's Socio-Political Oil Paintings Work: An Inside Look at Expressionist Art
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What Makes Clyde Valentine's Socio-Political Oil Paintings Work: An Inside Look at Expressionist Art

In a world saturated with fleeting images and manufactured narratives, the work of artist Clyde Valentine offers a potent counter-narrative through the enduring medium of oil paint. His canvases serve as a field for soci…

Sponsored by Clyde Valentine·Sep 18
Two confident male models showcasing Brian Atwood and Ron Dorff's 'Fearless Summer' luxury intimate apparel collection in a stylish, modern setting.
Behind the Seams

Brian Atwood, Ron Dorff Drop Luxe Intimate Apparel

The 'Fearless Summer' collection, a collaboration between shoe designer Brian Atwood and Ron Dorff, introduces a new thong silhouette alongside muscle tops and briefs, with prices ranging up to $265.

Priya Sharma·May 18
TikTok influencer steals the spotlight on the 2026 Cannes Film Festival red carpet, overshadowing traditional actors with viral fashion.

Cannes 2026: Digital Stars Redefine Red Carpet Trends

During the 2026 Cannes Film Festival, a single red carpet look, worn by a TikTok creator with no film credits, generated 300 million views in 24 hours.

Javier Rojas·May 13
Celebrity stylist contemplating a path between a traditional fashion runway and a digital landscape of algorithms and social media.
Behind the Seams

Power Stylists Navigate the Algorithm Age: The Future of Style

When Law Roach, a titan among celebrity stylists, publicly retired from client work, he cited the 'politics' and 'bullshit' of an industry increasingly overshadowed by digital demands, according to Th

Marcus Thorne·Jul 19