917 Diaries

by Fernanda Brandao

Brazil Foundation NY – 2014

The 12th edition of the Brazil Foundation Gala took place at Lincoln Center, at the David Koch Theatre. The night was all about celebrating women, and the Gala paid homage to singer Bebel Gilberto by presenting her with the Global Brazilian Award for being an international spokesperson for Brazilian culture. […]

Martone Cycling Pop-Up

Remember when I wrote about Martone Cycling, the bicycle line launched by Lorenzo Martone? Well, Lorenzo has just opened a pop-up shop at the Paramount Hotel here in NY, where clients can now purchase the brand’s bicycles and exclusive accessories to complement their rides. The pop-up will also introduce the […]

Sacai

Sacai is not exactly a new brand, having been in the market for almost 15 years. The real buzz, however, began in 2009 when designer Chitose Abe (formerly of Comme des Garçons) decided to showcase her creations at Paris Fashion Week, significantly increasing the brand’s awareness and growth. Chitose Abe […]

Gauguin: Metamorphoses

For art lovers visiting or living in NY, make sure to check out the Paul Gauguin exhibit – Gauguin: Metamorphoses – which just opened last week at the MoMA. This exhibition focuses on the French artist’s rare and extraordinary prints and transfer drawings. Comprising approximately 150 works, it is the […]

Shipley & Halmos Pop-Up

Rapazes, anotem essa dica, porque vocês vão curtir: A Shipley & Almos está com uma pop-up store super bacana na Canal Street. A marca, conhecida pela pegada cool e por desenvolver e produzir moda masculina, acessórios, materiais de arte e até mesmo móveis estará aberta até o dia 23 de […]