Ann Brown

Low-Maintenance Beauty Takes Center Stage as Lash Serums Replace Summer Mascara

By Ann Brown / July 15, 2026 / Comments Off on Low-Maintenance Beauty Takes Center Stage as Lash Serums Replace Summer Mascara

As temperatures rise and beach vacations fill calendars, many beauty routines are getting a seasonal makeover. Instead of heavy makeup that can smudge in the heat, consumers are increasingly embracing the “no-makeup makeup” trend, with healthy-looking natural lashes becoming a key focus. Beauty brands are responding by introducing lash-care products designed to strengthen and condition…

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Kent Monkman Reimagines Vermeer Through an Indigenous Lens in New Frick Collection Exhibition

By Ann Brown / July 14, 2026 / Comments Off on Kent Monkman Reimagines Vermeer Through an Indigenous Lens in New Frick Collection Exhibition

The Frick Collection will bring together Old Master painting and contemporary Indigenous art this fall with a new exhibition by acclaimed Cree artist Kent Monkman, whose latest work reexamines the legacy of European colonialism through one of the museum’s most celebrated paintings. Opening Nov. 12 and running through Feb. 22, 2027, Kent Monkman: Officer and…

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Chelsea’s Forno D’Oro Launches New Happy Hour and Lunch Specials Featuring Roman Pizza and Wine Deals

By Ann Brown / July 12, 2026 / Comments Off on Chelsea’s Forno D’Oro Launches New Happy Hour and Lunch Specials Featuring Roman Pizza and Wine Deals

Chelsea diners looking for an affordable Italian meal have a new reason to stop by Forno D’Oro, which has introduced weekday happy hour and lunch specials centered on Roman-style pizza, wine, and classic Italian small plates. The neighborhood restaurant, known for its Roman-inspired cuisine and wood-fired pizzas, is rolling out new promotions designed to attract…

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Jefferson’s Bourbon to Debut 20-Year-Old Founder’s Reserve Aboard Historic Tall Ship in NYC

By Ann Brown / July 12, 2026 / Comments Off on Jefferson’s Bourbon to Debut 20-Year-Old Founder’s Reserve Aboard Historic Tall Ship in NYC

As America celebrates its 250th anniversary, Jefferson’s Bourbon is marking the milestone with a one-of-a-kind waterfront tasting in New York City that blends history, craftsmanship, and maritime tradition. The premium bourbon brand, an official sponsor of Sail4th—the nation’s signature maritime celebration honoring America’s semiquincentennial—will host an exclusive tasting event aboard the historic tall ship Oosterschelde…

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Curél Teamed Up With Matchaful for One-Day NYC Pop-Up Blending Skincare and Matcha

By Ann Brown / July 12, 2026 / Comments Off on Curél Teamed Up With Matchaful for One-Day NYC Pop-Up Blending Skincare and Matcha

Japanese skincare brand Curél partnered with Matchaful for a one-day pop-up in SoHo in May that combines two daily wellness rituals—hydration and matcha. The collaboration introduced New Yorkers to Curél’s Moisture Facial Milk while they enjoy one of Matchaful’s signature drinks. Customers who purchased a beverage during the event received a complimentary sample of the…

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Paul Taylor Dance Company Returns to Lincoln Center With World Premieres and Modern Dance Classics

By Ann Brown / July 12, 2026 / Comments Off on Paul Taylor Dance Company Returns to Lincoln Center With World Premieres and Modern Dance Classics

The Paul Taylor Dance Company will return to New York City’s Lincoln Center this fall with a three-week season featuring world premieres, company debuts and beloved works from one of modern dance’s most influential choreographers. Running Nov. 3-22 at the David H. Koch Theater, the 2026 engagement will showcase the company’s signature blend of classic…

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Dionne Warwick and John Legend Team Up for New Duet ‘Where Is Your Heart’ Ahead of Warwick’s Final Album

By Ann Brown / July 9, 2026 / Comments Off on Dionne Warwick and John Legend Team Up for New Duet ‘Where Is Your Heart’ Ahead of Warwick’s Final Album

Music icon Dionne Warwick has released a heartfelt new single, “Where Is Your Heart,” a duet with Grammy-winning singer-songwriter John Legend. The collaboration marks the first time the two celebrated artists have recorded together and serves as the latest preview of Warwick’s upcoming album, DWUETS, which she has described as the final studio album of…

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Sheila Bridges Debuts Affordable Outdoor Entertaining Collection Inspired by Philadelphia

By Ann Brown / July 7, 2026 / Comments Off on Sheila Bridges Debuts Affordable Outdoor Entertaining Collection Inspired by Philadelphia

Award-winning interior designer Sheila Bridges is bringing her celebrated design aesthetic outdoors with the launch of her first-ever collection dedicated to open-air entertaining. Available beginning June 1, the limited-edition Philadelphia Collection combines history, storytelling and vibrant design in an affordable line created exclusively for Walmart. The 14-piece collection marks a new chapter for Bridges, an…

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New Book ‘Alphas Die Early’ Explores the Hidden Costs of Modern Masculinity

By Ann Brown / July 7, 2026 / Comments Off on New Book ‘Alphas Die Early’ Explores the Hidden Costs of Modern Masculinity

Silicon Valley entrepreneur and CEO Dave Rossi is tackling one of today’s most debated social issues in his latest book, Alphas Die Early, an examination of masculinity, mental health and the emotional pressures facing men in modern society. The book has attracted early attention from critics, earning praise from Kirkus Reviews, which described it as…

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Jessica Alba Celebrates New Gabriel & Co. Jewelry Partnership at Exclusive Las Vegas Launch Event

By Ann Brown / July 6, 2026 / Comments Off on Jessica Alba Celebrates New Gabriel & Co. Jewelry Partnership at Exclusive Las Vegas Launch Event

Fine jewelry brand Gabriel & Co. marked a major milestone in its history with an exclusive celebration in Las Vegas honoring the launch of its first-ever celebrity ambassador campaign starring actor and entrepreneur Jessica Alba. Held at La Cave Wine & Food Hideaway, the invitation-only event welcomed media members, industry insiders, VIP guests and business…

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