Manolo Blahnik Documentary Has a Fashion Month Release Date

A documentary about iconic shoe designer Manolo Blahnik has finally got a release date, after months of trailers and teasers. The film, narrated by Blahnik himself, will be out 29 September and features appearances by Anna Wintour, André Leon Talley, Naomi Campbell and others. The title “Manolo: The Boy Who Made Shoes for Lizards” refers to Blahnik’s childhood obsession with shoes and lizards, yet the …

A “Quick Côte” Shop Opens in NYC

Toxin-free nail polish and more for on-the-go New Yorkers who hate the typical salon manicure experience

Everything that ever stopped you from getting a manicure is alleviated at LA-based Côte’s first East Coast shop. First off, it doesn’t feel like a typical salon. Four small tables are tucked away far away from the window, surrounded by browsable books and fair-trade items—some coming all the way from France—from independent designers, which are all for sale. The signature $20 “quick côte,” a polish …

Pampering Essentials For All Genders

In an effort to relax and recharge, some of our favorite personal products

Weekends (and days off in general) can be great for getting one’s life organized, meeting up with friends or heading out on adventures—but they’re also important times to lay low and rest. Sometimes a total recharge and refresh, by way of peaceful pampering, is the only option. With that in mind, we have selected some of our favorite products for the ultimate at-home reprieve. From …