Even When He’s No Longer in Fashion James Bond (Almost) Never Goes Out of Style
A man of action mostly dressed in smart suits is absurd, but the true essence of James Bond lies in looking good as he goes about his business.
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How Beauty Transcends Pore Count
From stone axes to laundry detergent packages, Stefan Sagmeister and Jessica Walsh demonstrate how beauty has long guided human behavior. Their lovely book, Beauty explores the evolutionary purpose behind humanity's oldest muse.
On ‘Luggage’ and the Baggage We Carry
From Alfred Hitchock and Seinfeld to airport baggage claims, our luggage sure carries a lot of cultural and personal baggage.
“Build It Back Again” at Tibet House US Benefit Concert
The artists, curated by Philip Glass, on stage at the 31st Annual Tibet House US Benefit encouraged resistance.
‘Soul of a Nation’ and ‘The Wall of Respect’ Prompt New Looks at Cutting-edge Black Art
No matter where you are on the wokeness spectrum, the Black Power era has yet to stop informing.
Walk a Comfortable Mile in All Kinds of Shoes
If you can't make it to the Bata Shoe Museum, then pick up this oddly thrilling explanation of things we already suspect about footwear.
#EverythingGetsAThumbsUp: How Avidity Has Overtaken American Culture
An oh-so-brief and intentionally broad characterization of American life in these times of the Avidity Epidemic.
The Beautification of Country Stars
You can call 2013 the year that country-music album covers looked like advertisements torn from fashion and lifestyle magazines.
Is He a Friend of Dorothy? Is She a Dragzilla?
Who knew that every time I mowed the yard and stuck a Kelly green bandana in my back left pocket to wipe my sweaty brow, I was also advertising that I'm a male prostitute for hire?