Way back in 2012, we took a deep dive into the exquisite, handcrafted fine jewelry from John Hardy — a brand known for its commitment to sustainable luxury and Balinese-inspired artistry. More than a decade later, their boutique remains firmly rooted in the same location in NYC’s upscale SoHo neighborhood, a testament to the brand’s enduring appeal and dedication to a high-end lifestyle. True to form, John Hardy pays meticulous attention to every design element of the store — both inside and out — right down to the striking Dragon Door Pull that greets visitors at the entrance. Fierce, indeed!
London is a fabulous city with a million treasures waiting to be discovered around every corner if you just pay attention. If you’re a David Bowie fan, you might want to have cocktails at The Thin White Dukepub, located in the neighborhood of Soho, which is of course named after one of Bowie’s famous alter egos. Continue reading Hidden Bowie References in London: The Thin White Duke Pub→
Artist Metis Atash is known for her Swarovski crystals-encrusted sculptures of little Buddha Babies (which she calls Funkybuddhas) sporting spikey mohawks or embellished with sassy sayings. This pretty Pink one, joyously flipping the bird in a shirt that proclaims “Darling, No is a Full Sentence”(which: truth) was spotted in the Eden Gallery in Soho.
This abstract street art ‘portrait’ with the words “Rebel” at the top — which is an obvious nod to David Bowie’sAladdin Sane album cover — is painted at end of the trash bin corral adjacent to Alternative Apparel clothing store at 281 Lafayette Street. It’s just a short stroll down the block from Bowie’s former residence at 285 Lafayette Street, where his widow, Iman, and daughter Lexi still reside. Daniel Winchester is the artist. A friend who used be the family’s dog nanny told me that this piece actually went up a week after David died. I can’t believe I just noticed it, and how great it stills looks. David Bowie Forever.
Unless I am in some kind of crazy hurry, getting temporarily lost or misdirected in NYC is always a blessing, because it allows me to stumble upon amazing finds like this fantastic Neon Tiger. I spotted this beauty, from the sidewalk, inside a casual-menswear boutique called Blue In Green, which is located on Greene Street, one block north of Canal, in SoHo. Grrr.
