A few years after Brian Rose‘s fascinating photo book “Time and Space on the Lower East Side” (which explored the LES over two very different time periods) comes the photographer’s new tome “Metamorphosis: Meatpacking District 1985 + 2013.” Back in the ’80s, the Meatpacking District still reflected its name and Rose wandered the streets almost daily—armed with his 4×5 view camera. In the early mornings, …
Renowned London-based cycling apparel and accessories purveyor Rapha is known not only for their style-meets-technical-performance gear and collaborations, but also for fostering a rich community based on a lust for pure speed. The newest chapter of the Rapha Cycle Club opens today, 20 September 2013, in the Meatpacking District at the foot of the famed High Line, and will serve as both a one-stop-shop for …
Advertorial content: Warby Parker, the socially conscious purveyors of stylish and affordable eyewear, continue to perfect their foray from the digital world into brick-and-mortar retail with their third New York City store. Recently opened in the Meatpacking District, just across from the High Line, the Washington Street location represents a new chapter for the team who just three years ago were working out of the …
