Celebrating the History and Future of Knitwear, Maglifico!

Exploring the ever-evolving and diverse realm of fashion and technology

Knitwear has always been a field of experimentation in fashion. Adopted by true pioneers like Coco Chanel and Azzedine Alaïa, it continues to evolve and intrigue thanks to brands like Missoni and Kenzo. True innovation of knitwear manifests because of changing styles and also thanks to constant experimentation in engineering and production processes. Curator and journalist Federico Poletti is aware that, with an ever-evolving industry …

Grand Banks Floating Oyster Bar

The historic Sherman Zwicker schooner finds extended life on Manhattan's Hudson River waterfront

As of this week, Manhattan has a new maritime attraction in the form of the Grand Banks, a working historic schooner turned seasonal oyster bar. Though the brief may be appetizing enough as is, the allure of the 72-year-old Sherman Zwicker extends far beyond its culinary offerings, as it stands to host art exhibitions and an onboard lecture series on topics from seafaring culture to …

Akio Nukaga and Friends at Heath Ceramics, San Francisco

The Japanese master potter showcases his new pieces alongside wood and fabric works by fellow artists

The bond between heritage California ceramics company Heath and Japanese master potter Akio Nukaga spans across the ocean and celebrates the connection between artists who work in clay. This relationship is reflected in the show “Akio Nukaga and Friends,” opening today at Heath San Francisco, where the artist will be showing vessels with new shapes he has been developing. Nukaga’s work has been shown at …