How Eveningwear Has Evolved: From “Less is More” to “Doing More with Less”

by Hanna Mordekhai

In the wake of COVID-19, the past five years have seen a profound shift in black-tie culture. The rise of micro-weddings, destination celebrations, and multi-day events has reshaped the way we approach special occasions. Today, creating a memorable event is less about adhering to rigid traditions and more about infusing culture, experience, and aesthetics into every detail.

With this new perspective on celebrations comes an equally transformative approach to eveningwear. The standard rules of formal attire now take a backseat to the art of self-expression and individuality. Guests and hosts alike are no longer content to play it safe; instead, they embrace bold, head-turning choices that make a statement.

See-Through

While this trend seems to be reserved for only the boldest—and, well, Kendall Jenner-looking ladies of the world—it has actually trickled down to everyone, even us normal people on Earth. Whether you’re having a full-on intentional nip-slip moment or showing your shoulders beneath lace or organza, the past couple of years have challenged the idea that showing more skin means being less formal. Nowadays, it seems like slips are less classy than midriffs, no?

Tapping Into Cultures and Eras
Ballrooms were once a sea of uniformity: black ties and Hervé Léger dresses as far as the eye could see. But times have changed, and now the ballroom has become a stage for individuality, celebrating influences from across cultures, periods, and aesthetics. From channeling a breezy, beachy vibe in a Johanna Ortiz silk-printed gown to donning a vintage Patou sequin dress that screams Gatsby-era glam, the rules are simple—there are none.

It’s fashionable to explore, whether that means embracing your heritage, evoking a bygone era, or simply taking inspiration from the endless rabbit holes of TikTok. Eveningwear is no longer just about fitting in; it’s about standing out, curating a look that tells your story, and proving that the best dressed in the room might just be the best historian or anthropologist in disguise.

Out-of-Place Accessories: The Chic Art of Not Caring Too Much

Someone recently told me a quote that stuck with me: “It’s quite unfashionable to care too much about your looks.” The more I’ve thought about it, the more it seems to reflect a broader societal shift—one that celebrates effortless cool over painstaking perfection. Accessories that, on the surface, have no business being paired with luxury watches or couture gowns are now making bold appearances in high-fashion settings.

Take weddings, for instance: it’s practically tradition for brides and bridesmaids to swap their heels for sneakers the moment the dancing begins. And what used to be reserved for middle school parties—think glow-in-the-dark necklaces and oversized sunglasses—is now popping up at formal soirées. In today’s world, the ultimate statement isn’t about looking flawless; it’s about finding playful, unexpected ways to enjoy the moment.

This new approach to accessorizing shows more than just style—it signals a well-rounded, down-to-earth attitude. Because what could be chicer than rocking a Cartier stack while proving you’re not too precious to toss on a pair of neon shades or a pair of Converse? The perfect accessory these days is less about elegance and more about ease, reminding everyone that the most fashionable thing you can wear is your ability to let loose.

STATEMENTS ABOUT SLEEVES

Wore my heart on my sleeve and FIT ripped it out

by Hanna Mordekhai

The Museum at FIT, located on 28th Street and Fashion Avenue, offers an experience grand as the Metropolitan upon arrival. The entrance is accompanied by a security guard that will politely tell you to throw out your drink and put your umbrella in an umbrella bag. There are also, apparently, censors on the dresses, so don’t get too close. The exhibition is titled “Statement Sleeves”, curated by Colleen Hill, and is showing from January 24th to August 25th, 2024. 

The entryway sign is green and illustrated with a range of different types of sleeves. One One of the depictions closely resembles a ruffled sleeve that took fashion week by storm about a month ago at Chloe’s FW24 show. The collection, debuted alongside new creative director Chemena Kamali, featured a chiffon ruffled mini dress, with sleeves ruffled until the ground. This look was regarded as quite sensational by critics. Other than the Chloe-look alike sleeve, no illustration stands out. No matter how big and detailed you make the diverse set of arms, how interesting can a sleeve really be? 

Historic work of designers like Thierry Mugler, Christian Dior, and John Galliano, can be seen throughout the dim lit hallway. The patience held for intrigue, excitement, an “oooo”, an “ahhhh”, can only last so long. What seems to be the attempted anecdote for the boredom is a “crayon” sleeve by Christain Francis Roth, who was apparently the “Schiarparelli of the 90s”. Yes, this may be a wake up call mid-exihibit, but more of a splash in the face, rather than the sound of birds. 

As a corner is turned in the exhibition, taken literally and not, there are two installations that scream “no, no, no”. Two arm mannequins are quite physically coming out of the wall, with it’s esteemed “sleeve” being displayed. A few sleeves left, two puff sleeves, who seemed to have borrowed puppet strings from Sesame Street, are flying out the wall. By then, the ambiance alludes more to an escape room, or haunted house, than a luxury fashion exhibition.

The dress who owns the sleeves of the one of Chloe-runway-doppleganger is located at the end of the exhibition. It is much less sensational than what is seen on the runway. It is a plain, knee lengthed wool dress, with white chiffon puffy sleeves, designed my Rudy Gernrich. 

Although the exhibition was less than appetizing, the curation of such a niche part of dressing is a flattering ode to the designers who put so much time, effort and attention into making them. So they say, creatives like Rudy Gernrich could walk so Chemena Kamali could run. All we can hope is that these designers, from their homes or from their graves, now feel a sense of acknowledgement and accomplishment in their fine work in sleevery.

New Year, New Me?

By Hanna Moderkhai

New year, new me. Hopefully, also new shoes, and a new bag too. After you have decided that you just love pasta TOO much and that you aren’t going to be cutting out gluten in 2024, here are all the things that cool, pretty, and smart girls have jotted down on their Notes App. 

Here are our New Year’s resolution:

1- “But it’s on sale!!”

We are DONE buying into black Friday. Raise your hand if you spent all of last month’s paycheck on Alo’s 30% off black friday sale just to find out this sale would be running all through December. Now you are stuck with 10 pairs of leggings that don’t match any of your tops, and it just reminds you that you don’t have the time to work out so much as they sit in your drawers. As much as we love a little red cross out mark and a cheaper price, our closets are sacred, and even their biggest sale of the year is just not enough. A tip for more mindful shopping in 2024: have a list of items that are a little too out of budget but you want, and if by the time it goes on sale, you still want it, it’s meant to be. If anyone from Ganni is reading this, I’ve been waiting on this one for a while:

https://www.ganni.com/us/rinse-denim-fitted-blazer-rinse-J117207767.html?g=g&gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiA-P-rBhBEEiwAQEXhHwFS7Hc0g7ALIGW5VAKOjq_jdwXMoSsSpkfhLGQtsH_KDa4ojvUK1xoCEnAQAvD_BwE 

I guess I just have a coveted taste!

2- Instagram Eats Last:

This year, we are not Instagramming the outfits we are super proud of the first time we wear them. Because as much as we love them, our bank accounts don't, and once you press send, it’s as if you’ve worn it for thousands of people to see. Instead, wear the same thing twice, each time with a different crowd, and you’ll get double the compliments, and trust me, they feel better from person to person, rather than on a comment section.

3- The Whole Package:

You can have all the right clothing, accessories, jewelry, and shoes, but that is as surface level as an Instagram story. We want to fill a room when we enter it, we want an aura that is bright and highly regarded. Spend your money on good fragrances, skincare products, hair products. More importantly, spend it on things that’ll keep you happy. Whether that’s your favorite overpriced reformer pilates class, a 20 dollar salad for lunch, a concert with friends, a real smile on your face is worth more than the Birkin could ever. 

4- Big Big Jackets:

This is for my cold weather specific friends, no more cute-sexy-wool coats in January. Whip out the big ugly down jackets for January!! I am FREEZING! 

5-Talking Smack:

Unless you are Luke Meagher of HauteleMode critiquing the red carpets, stop talking sh*t! About your friends, about people you know, about anyone. Gossip is so 2023. When you are talking about others, it is honestly just fan behavior, so unless you admit to that, focus on yourself and leave the whispers behind with your New Year’s kiss. 

Hope you enjoyed these atypical resolutions, and hope you took something out of it.Sorry if I got niche and passionate.  Is it too late to say I’m just kidding? 

I Taste Tested Everything for You So You Don't Have To

by Hanna Mordekhai

Happy November! In honor of being 83 degrees in New York, here are my favorite  Ice Cream Shops to cool you down in the fall knits and leathers you already whipped out.

Name: Catch'N Ice Cream from Dylan Lemay

Location: 65 Bleecker St, New York, NY 10012 

Not only is it yummy, but it gives a little thrill in the fear of embarrassment and the chance you miss your ice cream. This ice cream shop lets you choose your flavor, and then fight for it. Once you pick your poison ball of delight, you are given a plastic cup, where the worker throws your ice cream at you from about 12 feet away. Although it could be nerve-racking, to put it best, it’s not that deep, it’s pretty easy to catch. Coming from an extremely uncoordinated and non-athletic person who caught her cookie dough with flying colors, you should be fine. They then roll out the ice cream and disperse the flavor. I would visit Catch’n’Ice after a Soho or Noho dinner!

Name: Anita’s Gelato

Location:  1561 2nd Ave, New York, NY 10028

& 1141 Broadway, New York, NY 10001 

Ever pass by a  minty- colored-aesthetically-pleasing ice cream shop with a line at the door and think “damn, how good can it be?”, well, the answer is good. Anita’s Gelato now has two locations in NYC. The flavors are exquisite and niche, there is no way someone cannot find something just perfectly to their liking. From “Cappucino with Butter Cookies”, to “Pistachio with White Chocolate Cream”, the tastebuds that Anita brings out are breathtaking. A tip of advice, get the small. The cup looks tiny, but let me tell you; they fill it to the rim! Anita’s has our tummy and hearts smiling from Flatiron to the Upper East Side.

Name: Morgernstern’s Fine Ice Cream

Location: 88 W Houston St, New York, NY 10012

The border between hormonal college students and rich B-list celebrities, Morgenstern’s sits on the corner of  Houston Street and Laguardia Place. The corner store is quaint looking and simple in design, with a real X-ray vision of the whereabouts behind the counter. With a wide range of flavors that all are dripping with nostalgia and real, healthy, ingredients, Morgernstern’s has a rich, fulfilling taste. It is the epitome of a perfect American Ice Cream experience. I can go on about my love for Morgenstern’s, but I’ll leave this here: my favorite flavor is called “raw milk”. Don’t ask questions and thank me later!

Name: Mister Softee

Location: Anywhere and Everywhere.

Mister Softee never loses. Sometimes you just need a cone to the face of the nostalgic delicious and simple soft serve.

Anyway, my love for ice cream and its nuances from place to place can hold as much as a personal memoir. I hope you enjoy these places if you go, chances are you’ll bump into me! 

Hollywood Nepo-Babies to be on the Lookout for

Whether it’s the passed-on genes or the passed-on agents, below is the next generation of Hollywood Nepo-Babies

Author: Hanna Mordekhai

“People are going to have preconceived ideas about you or how you got there, and I can definitely say that nothing is going to get you the part except for being right for the part.”, said Lily-Rose Depp. Agree or disagree, nepotism still opens and closes the runaways and live rent-free on the covers of high fashion magazine. Some might argue that its the passed-on genetics while others would say the passed-on agents and industry connections still continue to reign. That being said, whether it’s the crazy diets or their commitment to shaving their heads, these nepo-babies put in work to be where they are today. We all already know of Bella Hadid and Kendall Jenner, but who is next? Here is the next and new in nepo-baby world. 

Amelia gray hamelin

Amelia Gray, daughter of Lisa Rinna and Harry Hamlin, is the next up-and-coming model in the industry. As told to Skinny Confidential, she always was a creative person but was never good at art or singing, so she found that path through modeling. She came to fame when she started dating TV personality Scott Disick (which she has an 18-year age-gap with). After that, she modeled for Balenciaga, Diesel, Alaia, and most recently, Chanel. Her choice of designers and shows defines her clear distinct cool-girl aesthetic. So what do you think got her there: her bleached blonde eyebrows and dark locks or her mom’s connections to Yolanda Hadid ?

IRIS LAW

She went from the girl next door to the next-door neighbor you tell your kids to stay away from. Law is the daughter Jude Law and Sadie Frost. She had her start in modeling and slowly is making her way into the acting world. She defined her determination when she shaved and bleached her head for a role in Pistols, which came out last year. Her style is so unique and unpredictable, it keeps her followers at the edges of their seats. Iris has this IDGAF energy that radiated through her fashion choices. Even her Instagram profile picture is a sheep with excessive amounts of blush. What screams cool-effortless-nepo-girl more than that?

Lori Harvey

“Pilates”, once said by Lori Harvey. And we all followed. The heavily influential socialite is the daughter of famous TV Show Host Steve Harvey. Lori rose to nepo-fame when she started dating Michael B. Jordan in 2021. Since then, she has started her own skincare line SKN by LH. Harvey has shown her clear passion for health and wellness, and we love following anything she has coming. 

LILA MOSS

While as a society, we are over the Heroine-model-chic, we are still at the edge of our seats for Kate Moss’ life. To make it more interesting, the supermodel has a daughter who shares her gentle eyes and blondie locks. Lila Moss is an emerging personality in the fashion industry. She has covered Vogue, and done campaigns for Chloe, Fendi, and Marc Jacobs. Most recently wore an insane pink feather Fendi look to the Met Gala, accompanied by her mother. Lila Moss has declared her spot as a high-fashion girlie and we are loving it. 

Yumi nu

Imagine you’re at school with your friends explaining who your family is. While one’s uncle might be a doctor, or their aunt is a lawyer, Yumi Nu was telling her friends that her uncle is actually that freaking-cool-ass DJ Steve Aoki. And not only that. Her aunt is Devon Aoki, you know, that super hot and cool Japenese model from Fast and Furious that blew us away with her matching pink whip and leather pants? Talk about street cred! 

Yumi has started to dominate the fashion industry. She has covered both Vogue and Sports Illustrated. Nu is known for being one of the coolest plus-sized models in town. Last year, she even started putting out music. Whether she used their help or not, it must be great to have a supermodel and DJ be your aunt and uncle as an aspiring model and singer. Yumi Nu is definitely at the top of our feeds.

leni Klum

Leni is the 19-year-old daughter of American Supermodel Heidi Klum. She is currently studying at Parsons School of Design and living her NYC cool-girl dreams. Leni has modeled for Dior, Dolce and Gabbana, Harper’s Bazaar, and more. And to top it all off, the rising model speaks fluent German. We are excited to see what is to come for the up-and-coming model!

What do you think of the new kids on the block? Who are you going to follow after this? Let us know!! 

The New Nepo-tow Babies in Town: Maude & Iris Apatow

Watch out for the Hollywood-born & bred sisters

Author: Hanna Mordekhai

Duos such as Solange & Beyonce, Dakota & Elle, Kendall & Kylie, are proof that having a sister that shines as bright in the Hollywood limelight gives significant points. It therefore comes as no surprise that the new nepo-baby pair in town - Maude and Iris Apatow - have been turning heads lately. The daughters of famous director Jude Apatow and actress Leslie Mann, have the precious connections needed to make it in the entertainment industry. 

That being said, their talent is not lacking. You are probably already familiar with Maude, the older sister, who played Lexi in HBO’s Euphoria and gave a great performance in Season 2.  As her acting career has kicked off,  she is also in the works of becoming a fashion inspiration. Maude was dressed by Chloe for the 2023 Met Gala. She wore a mesmerizing  gown complete with an arrow detailing that ran right through the middle of the dress. Maude has come to be known for her striking eye makeup looks and her iconic brunette bob reminiscent of the Great Gatsby era. The cherry on top is her always unique and perfectly done eye looks, and her iconic brunette bob. Her timeless elegance, classical look and acting skills have cemented her a spot as a Hollywood cool girl.

Now, let’s talk about Iris, the 20-year-old younger sister of Maude whose career has taken a recent toll. She recently starred in The Bubble, directed by her father, Judd Apatow, starring her mother, Leslie Mann (this is where the nepo part comes in). Other than acting, Iris said on the Drew Barrymore show that she is “really into makeup”. In fact, Iris’ looks are always uniquely her own. This year at the Vanity Fair Oscar’s After Party, she wore an absolute berserk look by Colin LoCascio, an emerging New York-based brand. Other than the dress itself, Iris tied the knot with a perfectly bleached eyebrow look and a blue smokey eye. The result was simultaneously weirdly cool and elegant. Iris Apatow’s creative side definitely shines through her red carpet looks and we are here for it!

Where to Donate Money to Support the Struggle Against Police Brutality

On Monday May 24th, George Floyd, 46, was killed by a white police officer, Derek Chauvin, who knelt on his neck for nine consecutive minutes. The assault was caught on video and sparked worldwide outrage against police brutality and systemic racism in America. Over the past few days, cities in the United-States, as well as in other countries around the world, have seen massive protests where demonstrators have gathered to demand immediate action to put an end to racist policing. Wether you can physically attend a protest or not, there are ways you can help no matter where you find yourself. If you have money to spare at the moment, consider making a donation to an organization. Below are a few suggestions:

The Bail Project

a nonprofit that aims to mitigate incarceration rates through bail reform.

Black Visions Collective

a black, trans, and queer-led social justice organization and legal fund based in Minneapolis-St. Paul.

The National Bail Fund Network

it has a directory of community bail funds to which you can donate, along with a COVID-19 rapid response fund. Another list of funds is available here.

The NAACP Legal Defense Fund

supports racial justice through advocacy, litigation, and education.

Communities United Against Police Brutality

operates a crisis hotline where people can report abuse; offers legal, medical, and psychological resource referrals; and engages in political action against police brutality.

Northstar Health Collective

a St. Paul–based organization that provides health services and support at protests.

Free Them All for Public Health

which aims to free incarcerated people amid the coronavirus pandemic, is raising money for people who have been arrested during New York City protests over the weekend. What doesn’t go toward local bail will reportedly be sent to other cities, and COVID Bailout NYC.

No New Jails NYC

aims to keep the city from constructing new jails, and to instead divert funds that currently go toward the police and incarceration toward housing, ending homelessness, mental health, and other community support systems.

The Know Your Rights Camp

an organization founded by Colin Kaepernick that provides education and training in black and brown communities, set up a legal fund for Minneapolis protestors.

Fair Fight

an organization founded by Stacey Abrams that aims to end voter suppression and equalize voting rights and access for fairer elections.

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TC Mother's Day Gift Guide: Quarantine Edition

Another trip around the sun means that we get to celebrate one of the most important days of the year - mother’s day! But the unfortunate turn of recent events is making it hard, and at times illegal, to give our beloved mothers the celebration that they deserve. If you are lucky enough to be social isolating under the same roof — a breakfast in bed will never be out of fashion! But wether celebrating the holiday means having to resort to a zoom party, thanks to online shopping, you can still get your mother a little something, and have it shipped to her address directly. Read below for our Mother’s Day gift guide that will add some fun, chic and cozy to your mother’s quarantine.

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FLOWERS

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While it might seem a bit unoriginal to give your mother flowers, now is a good time to support small businesses. So contact your local florist, pick out a colorful arrangement and have it delivered to her steps - she’ll be delighted !

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COZY KNIT KIT

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Even post quarantine, your mother is going to love having a nice cozy knit set to wear when it’s time to bundle up.

Nanushka Knit Sweater

Nanushka Knit Jogger Pants

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A YEAR OF REST AND RELAXATION

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My Year of Rest and Relaxation is a book written by Ottessa Moshfegh. Set in New York City in 2000 and 2001 and follows an unnamed protagonist as she gradually escalates her use of prescription medications in an attempt to sleep for an entire year. Disclaimer: not to encourage your mother to take prescription medication, we’re interested in the “year of rest and relaxation” aspect of it —- that’s the ultimate mother’s day present.

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A FUNKY CANDLE

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This year, skip the typical amber infused Diptyque, or Joe Malone’s Orange Blossom candle. Instead, try to think a bit more creatively and find her a funky candle that will add some personality to her home.

Goober Candles, Shop Here

Hannah Candle, Shop Here

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A SILK BLOUSE

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Orseund Iris Silk Set — a timeless wardrobe staple for your mother. She can wear it at the office, or she can dress it up with jewelry for a fancy dinner uptown. Designed by one of the coolest and chicest woman-led brands of the moment because your mom deserves nothing less. 

Orseund Iris Silk Set, Shop Here

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A TRIP TO TULUM

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Well technically a trip, if you count reading as a form of travel. This coffee table book, edited by one of our fellow trendy chics, Haley Crawford, is a perfect way to allow your mom’s mind to wander during these confining times. Since traveling is off limits for the time being, why not bring the beach to her this mother’s day? This coffee table book is the perfect escapade to one of the world’s hottest vacation spots.

Tulum Gypset Coffee Table Book, Shop Here

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#Quarantine: The Most Creative Instagram Challenges Happening Right Now

Whether it’s belting a pillow, dressing up in your favorite festival season outfit, or recreating Billy Porter’s infamous Met Gala look, Instagram has seen a spike in fashion challenges that are inspiring homebound audiences to dress up and get creative from their living rooms.

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#QuarantinePillowChallenge

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This unique challenge playfully encourages fashionistas to don a pillow - yes, a pillow - as a “mini dress,” using a belt to keep everything in place.

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#BillyPorterFashionChallenge

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With the mission of bringing joy and positivity to our Instagram feeds, Billy Porter challenged his followers last month to recreate his 2019 Met Gala red carpet look for a virtual fashion challenge. This month, he came back for round 2, during which he asked followers to show off their “chicest couch potato” runway looks. He’s re-sharing his favorite entries on his personal Instagram page.

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#CultGaiaLetsDance

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Accessory brand Cult Gaia recently launched a dance challenge, where for every video posted, they’ll be donating $25 to No Kid Hungry. 

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Motorola Razr x #FlipYourLook

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Timed against one of music’s biggest fashion events, the first challenge kicked off with Dillon Francis, who shared an Instagram Post asking fans to show off their best festival look, bringing Indio’s desert vibes to their living room while tuning in to his weekly line-up of DJ sets. Every look tagged with #flipyourlook @MotorolaUS before Tuesday, April 14, unlocked a donation to the MusiCares® COVID-19 Relief Fund, which provides critical funds to those in the music community affected by the pandemic.

This week, Celebrity make-up artist Sir John is hosting the second week of the #flipyourlook challenge. To kick things off, he asked followers to recreate a glowing monochromatic look with intense spring colors for the eyes via an IGTV tutorial, nodding to the season’s bright palette and razr’s blush gold colorway. For each person who posts their look with #flipyourlook and @motorolaUS, razr will donate $50 to Support Creatives, a non-profit that provides freelance beauty artists with a support system during COVID-19. Sir John will also be picking one lucky winner to receive a new razr and personal phone call to chat all things beauty. 

The Coolest Artists to Follow on Instagram

As the COVID-19 pandemic is forcing us to stay inside and practice social isolation, it’s becoming increasingly hard to stay entertained

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You may have started reading the book you always wanted to read, already organized your spice drawer or cleaned up your closet and now you’re running out of things to do. So you turn to your instagram feed, but you are overwhelmed by the amount of corona virus-related content that you are bombarded with. During unprecedented times like these, it’s totally fine to want to distract yourself from the news. That’s why we created a list of super cool and talented artists to follow on Instagram. Since you can’t physically got to a museum right now, we thought we’d bring the art to your instagram feed. 

image credit: John Yuyi

1- John Yuyi @johnyuyi 

We can’t get enough of John Yuyi’s artful interpretations of the human body. The Tapei-native artist who majored in fashion design and was once Jason Wu’s intern, makes use of the human form and social media as mediums for her work. She has collaborated on commercial campaigns for high-end designers like Gucci and Maison Margiela and her dream is to collaborate with someone nobody would like to work with, like “Kim Jong-Un” she once said in an interview.

image credit: Chloe Horseman

2- Chloe Horseman @chloehorseman

This fashion photographer has an eye like no other. Think Diane Arbus’s voyeurism with a touch of Helmut Newton’s glamour. The young photographer has already shot for some of the hottest brands of the moment like Orseund Iris and Brother Vellies. Her work is the meeting point between fashion and art — her mesmerizing visuals capture the quicksilver emotions experienced by her human subject all the while highlighting the garments that they are wearing. 

image credit: Juno Calypso

3- Juno Calypso @junocalypso

This London-based artist also shot and directed Burberry’s last x-mas campaign which featured Naomi Campbell. One thing we both have in common, she loves pink. But the color doesn’t have to be synonymous with happy-ever-after imagery. From barbie killed Ken inside a Cha Cha Matcha to a series of staged self-portraits in a house built by the founder of Avon cosmetics, Juno Calypso really knows how to stage and capture the *creepy*  moment. 

image credit: Michael DeCristo

4- Patrick Church @patrickchurchny

You might have seen his designs at Opening Ceremony or wrapped around the bodies of the Clermont Twins. But Patrick Church, who, on top of being an amazing designer, also happens to be an incredibly talented painter. His feed features mostly his clothing designs and hand-painted leather jackets, but from time to time you’ll get a glimpse of his canvases or his gorgeous Bushwick Loft whose walls are covered with his iconic painted faces.

image credit: Toyin Ojih Odutola

5- Toyin Ojih Odutola @toyinojihodutola

Two years ago, the Nigeria-born, Alabama-raised visual artist had her first solo show in New York City at the Whitney Museum of American Art. Her large-scale, colorful, drawings made with soft pastels often depict black subjects in lavish attire and sumptuous decors in which she re-imagines the African-American narrative.

image credit: Luke Gilford

6- Luke Gilford @lukegilford

Lily-Rose Depp, Pamela Anderson, Hunter Schafer, and Jane Fonda are just a few of the icons the Luke Gilford has shot. The LA & NYC-based photographer explores society’s fixation with the plasticized and sterile, and his creations navigate the nuanced concepts of depth that stem from his knowledge of California culture. All that creates a body of work that will make you think while showering you in its glowy aesthetic.