Behind the Label | Banago
The brainchild of FIDM grad and fashion industry insider Renee Patron, Banago is an accessories newcomer whose bold pieces demand notice. Recently featured in Vogue, Lucky and Elle Japan, Banago's offerings are gaining global attention not just for their stellar design, but also for their unique back story. Expertly crafted by Filipino artisans, Banago pieces include patterns inspired by the ancient body-painting traditions of the tattooed Pintados warriors. The brainchild...
Read MoreTravel + Leisure Global Bazaar? | Taste
International jaunts are a lesson in culinary delights; when we?re abroad, we expose our palate to new, flavorful dishes that exemplify our destination?s unique culture. Crispy naan, carne asada, and charqui chicken may be familiar to the nation?s natives, but they?re foreign to us.International jaunts are a lesson in culinary delights; when we?re abroad, we expose our palate to new, flavorful dishes that exemplify our destination?s unique culture. Crispy naan, carne asada, and charqui chicken may be familiar to the nation?s natives, but they?re foreign to us. Join Travel + Leisure and taste the world at the second annual Travel + Leisure Global Bazaar?. in NYC. A three-day festival to be held at the Lexington Armory from September 28 to 30, it?s a full-on celebration of the world?s distinct cultures?and their delicious cuisines.
The Travel + Leisure Global Bazaar? will truly be a feast for the senses, an explosion of flavors, tastes, and smells that represents the best of the world?s food. Celebrity chefs Jos? Andr?s, Masaharu Morimoto, Scott Conant, and many more will be crafting their signature appetizers, entrees, and desserts especially for the event; while you wait, you can sip some authentic Barbados spirits at the rum shack. Thirsty for another cocktail alternative? Sample Oaxaca-sourced mezcal, a drink that?s been heralded as the ?new tequila.? These tropical drinks pair well with street food from NYC?s finest food truck vendors, who will be cooking up their most-loved dishes for the event. Always on the pulse of emerging culinary trends, food trucks are our go-to source for always-yummy (and changing!) cuisine.
Want to stock your kitchen pantry with the rich foods of the festival? You can?spices are an easy, never-miss way to bring an exotic kick to any meal. Browse the world?s flavors at the event?s Moroccan spice market.
Though the Travel + Leisure Global Bazaar? is still a month away, you can shop the Travel + Leisure Global Bazaar Store powered by L-ATITUDE for a carefully curated collection of clothing, accessories, and home goods sourced from around the world. The e-store?s ever-chic wares?boldly printed cover-ups, fringed clutches, and color-pop statement necklaces?are fun, worldly additions to any wardrobe. Scroll through and piece together a globally-inspired look perfect for the event; we suggest teaming the Grand Bazaar?s Red Spike Byzantine Necklace with a flowy silk blouse and high-heeled camel booties for a festival-ready ensemble.
To snap up your tickets to the event, click here!
Behind the Label | Mischa
The past is a constant source of inspiration for designers everywhere, but for Michelle Lai, founder of Mischa, the past is more a bridge to the present. Throughout Lai's collections, reclaimed vintage Japanese obi and kimono fabrics take on new forms when recreated into handmade clutches, totes and travel accessories. With each piece coveted for its rare and one-of-a kind beauty, it is no surprise the label, established in 2004,...
Read MoreBehind the Label | Olivia Dar
Designer Olivia Dar is a Parisian expatriate who calls India her new home. Her love affair with India began on a vacation during which she became so enamored with the country that she refused to leave. Instead, she stayed to explore India's rich landscape, even studying gemology in Jaipur. Dar's design experience includes making accessories for iconic houses such as Christian Lacroix, so it was a natural progression for her...
Read MoreBehind the Label | Valdez
Walk the streets of any city this summer and you are bound to notice the latest trend in toppers, the iconic Panama hat. We traveled to Ecuador to uncover the classic Panama style hat handmade by artisans, using only locally sourced materials. Valdez Hats founded in 2011 by Gabriela Goldbaum aims to preserve the culture of the original Panama style hat while providing work for the citizens of Ecuador. Valdez...
Read MoreBehind the Label | l'aviva
Global curator Laura Aviva, best known for her l?aviva home collection, recently returned from Uzbekistan where she uncovered her latest treasure - Vintage Ikat Scarves. Originally part of the dowry of many Uzbek girls, these delightful colorful wraps are a must-have accessory for contemporary wardrobes. Global curator Laura Aviva, best known for her l?aviva home collection, recently returned from Uzbekistan where she uncovered her latest treasure - Vintage Ikat Scarves....
Read MoreBehind the Label | L'Aviva Home
Laura Aviva is in constant pursuit of finding items with a story. Whether she is searching for the next great product to add to her L'Aviva Home collection or searching for a new desk, Laura holds fast to her belief that 'the things we surround ourselves with should possess a soul, a history, and a purpose." Her selection of handcrafted products from all over the world is a sure reflection of Laura's dedication to quality and history.Laura Aviva is in constant pursuit of finding items with a story. Whether she is searching for the next great product to add to her L'Aviva Home collection or searching for a new desk, Laura holds fast to her belief that 'the things we surround ourselves with should possess a soul, a history, and a purpose." Her selection of handcrafted products from all over the world is a sure reflection of Laura's dedication to quality and history.
Behind the Label | Sequence
A native of El Salvador, Ariela Suster moved to New York in 2002 to begin a high-profile career in fashion that included editorial stints at Lucky and InStyle and later, a styling gig on Bravo?s hit reality show ?Shear Genius.? She returned to her South American roots for her latest project,Sequence, an accessories collection that is entirely crafted in El Salvador. A native of El Salvador, Ariela Suster moved to...
Read MoreBehind the Label | Moon River
Moon River, founded in 2002, is a design studio and concept store that aims to showcase great design, art and fashion. The Moon River mantra is to establish a partnership between modern designers and local artists to create global products. They presently have three stores worldwide located in New Delhi, Mumbai and New York. Moon River's Creative Director, Radhika Gupta, shares some insight into the brand that has become a...
Read MoreBehind the Label | Organic Peroxide
Organic Peroxide is everything its name entails, in jewelry form. Mixing a bohemian feel with heavy metal is the hallmark of designer Michael Kozak?s line of bracelets and necklaces. Kozak has an eclectic taste and an obsession with contrasting themes, both of which are prevalent in Organic Peroxide?s style of jewelry. Kozak uses a multitude of colors and textures to create unforgettable pieces that bring city style and beach vibes...
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