As a thrill-seeker always on the lookout for the next adrenaline rush, I've curated a list of top skydiving spots in and around Miami that promise an unforgettable experience. Photo credit: Miami Skydiving Center Each offers unique views, professional instruction, and packages to suit various preferences. 1. Miami Skydiving Center This center offers tandem jumps from up to two miles high, providing up to 45 seconds of freefall at 120 MPH. They are the only drop zone in Miami, Florida with RVT Video Technology and scenic flights over the Atlantic with every tandem jump. Weekday tandem jumps are priced at $229 per person, with an online booking discount bringing it to $219. Weekend rates are $299 per person, reduced to $249 with online booking. Video and photo packages are available starting at $89. Photo credit: Miami Skydiving Center Photo credit: Miami Skydiving Center Address: 14300 SW 129th St., Suite 201, Miami, FL 33186 - Google Maps Website: Miami Skydiving Center Opening hours: Weekdays (M, Th & F): 8:00 am to 12:00 pm - Weekends: 7:00 am to 2:00 pm   Telephone:   305-235-3483 2. Skydive South Beach Photo credit: Skydive South Beach Skydive South Beach offers a premium tandem skydive experience. The package, priced at $999 per person for a group of two, includes VIP service, video and photos of your jump, a skydive T-shirt, and a private landing area. All Jumps Include: VIP Service Video of Your Jump Pictures Of Your Jump Skydive T-Shirt Jump Certificate Private Landing Area Best View of Miami Miami Executive Airport Concierge Service Included Great for Special Occasions Address: Miami Executive Airport at 14532 SW 129th St., Miami, FL 33186 - Google Maps Telephone:   1-305-235-3483 Website: Skydive South Beach Photo credit: Skydive South Beach Photo credit: Skydive South Beach 3. Skydive Spaceland Florida Photo credit: Skydive Spaceland Florida Located approximately a 1.5-hour drive from Miami, Skydive Spaceland offers tandem skydives at $189 on weekdays (prepaid) and $209 on weekends (prepaid). Walk-in rates are slightly higher. They also provide a $99 second jump special if purchased on the same day as your first jump. Address: 1090 Airglades Blvd., Clewiston, FL 33440 Website: Skydive Spaceland Florida Telephone: 863-983 6151 Opening hours: Flying Thursdays-Mondays 9 am-5 pm weekdays 7:30 am-sunset Sat.-Sun. Photo credit: Skydive Spaceland Florida Photo credit: Skydive Spaceland Florida 4. Skydive Miami Photo credit: Skydive Miami Skydive Miami offers various tandem jump options: Basic Tandem : 20 seconds of freefall from 8,000 ft at $199. Deluxe Tandem : 40 seconds of freefall from 10,500 ft at $229. Extreme Tandem : A full minute of freefall from 13,500 ft at $249. They also offer group discounts and packages for special occasions. Address: 28730 S.W. 217th Avenue, Homestead, FL 33030 - Google Maps Website:   Skydive Miami Telephone: 305-230-4769 Photo credit: Skydive Miami Photo credit: Skydive Miami ML Staff.

Loro Piana is a partner of the prestigious International Concours of Elégance, The I.C.E. St. Moritz, for the second year running. The highly anticipated winter event for automotive connoisseurs and enthusiasts takes place on February 21-22 on the frozen St. Moritz lake, welcoming an impressive array of unique automobiles.    Bridging past and present, excellence and elegance, Loro Piana ’s presence further strengthens the Maison’s longstanding affinity with the world of classic cars and competitions, adding an exciting new chapter to a story that is an integral part of the its legacy. From 1987 to 2018, the Loro Piana Classic Cars Team made its mark in the exclusive world of classic car competitions, fielding 30 crews in prestigious endurance races, including the Mille Miglia, the Coppa d’ Oro delle Dolomiti, and the Winter Marathon.  In conjunction with the event, Loro Piana is presenting an exclusive Capsule Collection inspired by the world of automobiles at its St. Moritz boutique. The collection features elegant and technical pieces, including men’s and women’s versions of the Roadster Storm System® in Linen Wish Wool, Cashmere and Cash Mouliné Tweed. There are also Plongé leather driving gloves and a cashmere and silk foulard with car-inspired motifs.   The Loro Piana St. Moritz boutique has transformed its windows into veritable works of art, displaying miniature vintage cars “frozen” in resin ice cubes, joined by reduced-scale snow-blanketed mountain scenes, complete with illuminated chalets and faux fir trees, creating an idyllic atmosphere for discerning connoisseurs and collectors.  ML Staff. Content/image(s) courtesy of LVMH

Four Seasons Hotel at The Surf Club , in collaboration with GR8 Experience , announces Once Upon a Kitchen at The Surf Club on May 2, 2025, during Miami’s prestigious race weekend. This extraordinary dining event brings together culinary legends headlined by Massimo Bottura, the mastermind behind Osteria Francescana (named The World’s Best Restaurant in 2016 and 2018), and Virgilio Martínez, the visionary chef of Central (named The World’s Best Restaurant in 2023). Bottura, known for his artistic reinterpretation of Italian cuisine, and Martínez, celebrated for his groundbreaking exploration of Peruvian biodiversity, will lead an unforgettable evening that merges their creative genius alongside Marco Calenzo, the acclaimed Florentine chef of Lido Restaurant at The Surf Club (honoured as Gambero Rosso's Best Chef of the Year 2023). Bottura, who recently opened his latest restaurant, Torno Subito in Miami, will also be joined by his talented chef Bernardo Paladini and his team. Once Upon a Kitchen promises not only exceptional food but an opportunity to experience culinary artistry at its finest - an event where innovation and tradition converge, and where every dish tells a story. The evening will begin with cocktails in the palm-fringed Champagne Bar , setting the tone for a glamorous and convivial night together. Guests will then enjoy a meticulously crafted multi-course dinner within The Surf Club’s storied original ballroom, this year’s stunning location. Throughout the evening, guests will have the unique opportunity to engage with these illustrious chefs, discovering the inspiration behind each dish while hearing more of their momentous journeys and culinary philosophies, making for a truly memorable night that combines passion, creativity and world-class gastronomy. "We are thrilled to host Once Upon a Kitchen during such an exciting time in Miami,” says Daniela Trovato , Regional Vice President and General Manager of Four Seasons Hotel at The Surf Club. “It’s a true honour to offer such an extraordinary experience that not only showcases exceptional cuisine but also fosters meaningful connections with these icons of the culinary world. This special evening is a reflection of our ethos to provide unforgettable experiences for our guests and community." The event will be held on May 2, 2025, beginning with a cocktail hour at 7:00 pm, followed by a six-course dinner at 8:00 pm. With limited availability, tickets are priced at USD 2,500 per person and can be reserved by contacting experience@gr8-group.com . About GR8 Experience Founded in 2011, GR8 Experience is the leading international agency providing access to unique, once-in-a-lifetime experiences. Through the highest level of service and a worldwide network of partners, GR8 brings the most ambitious dreams and projects to life, leveraging connections with leaders in the worlds of fashion, sports, entertainment and travel to turn dreams into reality. Led by CEO and Co-Founder Barnabas Carrega, GR8 creates tailored experiences for its international clientele - whether it’s enjoying private access to some of the world’s most important cultural institutions like the Vatican and the Louvre, gaining behind the scenes access to the most important sporting events in the world, or accessing events not available to the public, GR8’s motto is, “Dream it or Live it,” enticing discerning clients to experience that which is inaccessible.  Based in Miami, but with offices worldwide. For more information or to inquire about experiences, click here  and follow @thegr8experience on Instagram. ML Staff. Courtesy of Four Season Hotel

We have all seen the videos of Tiger Woods impressively suddenly stopping his downswing after a distraction mid-swing. You may have also seen a video of Kevin Na deciding mid-swing that he did not want to strike the ball and purposely swing well above the ball. Those videos did not count as stokes against their scores or any penalty strokes. In the Rules of Golf, the definition of a “ stroke ” is summed up as the forward movement of the clubhead made to strike the ball (intent), but if the player decides during the downswing, not to strike the ball and successfully avoids striking the ball by either stopping the clubhead before it reaches the ball or deliberately missing the ball, it is not a stroke. Additionally, if the player had no intention to strike the ball, like during a practice swing, and the player accidentally makes contact with the ball, it does not count as a stroke; however, there is usually a penalty for causing your ball to move and the ball must be replaced (an exception exists on the putting green in accidental circumstances). In an FSGA tournament recently a player was on the putting green preparing to make a stroke. The player addressed the ball and started his swing and the clubhead began moving forward towards the ball. Then a bird flew swooped in distracting the player, and he tried to stop his swing; however, the clubhead still made contact with the ball moving it a few feet. The player asked for a ruling. The Rules Committee determined that since the player started the forward movement of the clubhead with the intention of making a stroke, but he was unsuccessful in avoiding the ball, the stroke counts and he must play the ball as it lies. If the player did not start the forward movement of the clubhead and accidentally caused his ball to move on the putting green, there would have been no penalty and the player must replace the ball. The key point in this ruling is whether or not the clubhead was moving forward with an intention to strike the ball for a stroke and whether or not the attempt to stop the stroke was successful or unsuccessful. Unfortunately for the player, he was unsuccessful in stopping the stroke, so the stroke must count and the player must play the ball from its new location. There are a lot of nuances in the Rules and you must carefully evaluate all factors when making a ruling. Written by:   Darin Green, Senior Director of Rules & Competitions By ML Staff. Content/Image courtesy of FSGA

Mighty tomes, deep dives and fresh perspectives — the most eagerly awaited volumes being trailed by art-world publishers focus on subjects including the still-life painter Clara Peeters, Andrew Wyeth, the Vorticists and NYC’s ragtag radicals 1. Frankenthaler (revised and expanded edition) By John Elderfield Publisher: Gagosian / Rizzoli, 31 December 2024 Born in New York in 1928, Helen Frankenthaler would become one of the greatest American artists of the 20th century. In a career spanning six decades, she created lyrical abstract paintings executed using her signature soak-stain technique, as well as an impressive body of watercolours and prints, including lithographs, etchings and woodcuts. The leading expert on her work, John Elderfield, chief curator emeritus of painting and sculpture at the Museum of Modern Art in New York, has revised and expanded his landmark 1989 monograph on the artist for the 21st century. Helen Frankenthaler (1928-2011), Swan Lake I, 1961. Oil on canvas. 89⅛ x 93¾ in (226.4 x 238.1 cm). Private Collection. Helen Frankenthaler, Swan Lake II, 1961. Oil on canvas. 93 x 93½ in (236.2 x 237.5 cm). Private Collection. Both pictured in a spread from Frankenthaler by John Elderfield It includes a new chapter that covers work made post-1988, as well as 300 full-colour reproductions of artworks by Frankenthaler and nearly 100 comparative illustrations and documentary photographs. The most comprehensive book on the artist to date, it offers a deep dive into her art, career and legacy. 2. The Palm Springs School: Desert Modernism 1934-1975 By Alan Hess Publisher: Rizzoli, 11 February 2025 Palm Springs is a place of pilgrimage for lovers of modernist architecture. Between 1930 and 1970, it attracted some of the leading names in modernism, including Richard Neutra, Albert Frey, Hugh Kaptur and John Lautner. Although each architect responded differently to the desert climate, terrain and sunlight, they all shared an appreciation of modernist concepts and a desire to explore new approaches to design and form. On the cover of The Palm Springs School: Desert Modernism 1934-1975 is Albert Frey’s Tramway Gas Station, 1965 This book is the first to explore fully the wide-ranging architecture of the Palm Springs School, from Neutra’s steel-and-glass boxes to the earthy, organic homes of Lautner. Alan Hess’s text is complemented by rich archival and contemporary photography, as well as written contributions from architects and cultural historians including Eddie Jones and Christine Madrid French. 3. Andrew Wyeth at Kuerner Farm: The Eye of the Earth By William L. Coleman and Allison C. Slaby Publisher: Rizzoli, 11 February 2025 Over the course of his 70-year career, the American artist Andrew Wyeth created more than 1,000 works — including tempera paintings, watercolours and drawings — inspired by Kuerner Farm in Pennsylvania. The farm was the home of Karl and Anna Kuerner, German immigrants who settled in Chadds Ford after the First World War. A detail of Loden Coat, 1975, one of the ‘Helga Pictures’ in Andrew Wyeth at Kuerner Farm: The Eye of the Earth This book explores Wyeth’s evolving relationship with the Kuerners, as well as with Karl’s enigmatic caregiver Helga Testorf, whom he painted extensively between 1971 and 1985 in a series of portraits now known as the ‘Helga Pictures’. It also looks at his decades-long connection to the property itself. ‘I didn't think it a picturesque place,’ he once said of Kuerner Farm. ‘It just excited me, purely abstractly and purely emotionally.’ 4. Clara Peeters By Alejandro Vergara-Sharp Publisher: Lund Humphries, 3 March 2025 Born near Antwerp around 1589, Clara Peeters was a member of the first generation of European painters specialising in still-life pictures, and one of just a handful of professional female artists working in the 17th century. Clara Peeters (c. 1589-after 1657), Still Life with Flowers, a Silver-gilt Goblet, Dried Fruit, Sweetmeats, Breadsticks, Wine and a Pewter Pitcher, 1611. Oil on panel. Museo del Prado, Madrid. Photo: © Museo Nacional del Prado. The artist painted her self-portrait three times in the goblet (centre) and four on the pewter jug (right) Few details of her life are confirmed, from the place and date of her birth to where she trained, which guilds she joined or who any of her patrons were. Yet her skilled hand and eye for detail — depictions of cut cheese and and tiny glimpses of self-portraits reflected in silverware were her signature motifs — point to her being an incredibly accomplished and popular artist. Fewer than 40 signed works by her are known to exist today, and they can change hands for six- and seven-figure sums . This new book on Peeters by Alejandro Vergara-Sharp, senior curator of Flemish and northern European painting at the Prado in Madrid, aims to shed light on the historical context of the artist’s work. It will explore how her gender shaped her vocation, and uncover some truths about her extraordinary life. 5. The Fricks Collect: An American Family and the Evolution of Taste in the Gilded Age By Ian Wardropper, foreword by Julian Fellowes Publisher: Rizzoli Electa, 4 March 2025 Following a five-year-long closure and a $330-million renovation, New York’s beloved Frick Collection is due to reopen in April 2025. Between bouts of fundraising, the museum’s director, Ian Wardropper — who is to retire from the role this year — has composed a new volume on the collecting habits of its namesake founding family. The Fragonard Room at the Frick Collection, New York, which houses Jean-Honoré Fragonard’s full ensemble of 14 canvases The Progress of Love, alongside a remarkable group of French 18th-century furniture. The Pursuit, The Meeting, The Lover Crowned, and Love Letters were commissioned in 1771 for Madame du Barry, mistress of Louis XV, and were installed in a new pavilion on the grounds of her château at Louveciennes A tale of power and patronage in America’s Gilded Age, it focuses on industrialist Henry Clay Frick, and how with his newly coined fortune — as well as guidance from his trusted decorators and dealers White, Allom & Co., Elsie de Wolfe, Joseph Duveen and Charles Carstairs of M. Knoedler & Co. — he was able to prise many masterpieces from the walls of bankrupt European aristocrats. Following Frick’s death in 1919, his Beaux-Arts Manhattan mansion was turned into a public museum to display 1,500 of his works of art, which span the Renaissance to the 19th century. Among them are some of the finest paintings by Bellini , Fragonard , Gainsborough , Goya , Holbein , Rembrandt , Titian , Turner, Velázquez and Vermeer. The 160-page book is richly illustrated with photographs of art and interiors, and has a foreword by Julian Fellowes, the English actor, novelist and screenwriter best known for creating Downton Abbey . 6. Turner & Constable: Art, Life, Landscape By Nicola Moorby Publisher: Yale University Press, 11 March 2025 J.M.W. Turner was born almost 250 years ago, in April 1775, in Covent Garden, London. Fourteen months later, and some 70 miles north-east, in Suffolk, his great rival John Constable arrived. Between them, these two men took landscape painting to new heights — but in opposite directions. Turner’s glowing and sometimes violent visions of sea and sky teetered on the brink of abstraction, while Constable’s observations of clouds and the changing light of the English countryside were acute. Joseph Mallord William Turner, R.A., The Burning of the Houses of Lords and Commons, 16th October, 1834 (1834-1835). Oil on canvas. 36¼ x 48½ in (92.1 x 123.2 cm). Philadelphia Museum of Art. This is one of Turner’s two oils on the subject, based on sketches he made while witnessing the event The pair’s competition famously reached a climax in May 1832 at the Royal Academy’s summer exhibition, when Turner’s seascape Helvoetsluys hung alongside Constable’s The Opening of Waterloo Bridge, a 6ft-wide work a decade in the making. Realising he was about to be upstaged, Turner added a single, experimental daub of bright red paint, representing a storm-tossed buoy. ‘He has been here and fired a gun,’ responded a shocked Constable. The White Horse, 1819, by John Constable, now in the Frick Collection, New York. The work was to be the first in a series of so-called ‘six footer’ paintings depicting the River Stour in Suffolk, England In recognition of Turner’s anniversary, there will be events and exhibitions at Tate Britain and the National Gallery in London, the Whitworth in Manchester, the Royal Scottish Academy in Edinburgh, the National Gallery of Ireland in Dublin and the Yale Center for British Art in Connecticut. British art historian Nicola Moorby has also penned this book about the artists’ intertwined lives. Sorting fact from fiction, Moorby offers a fresh perspective on their careers while simultaneously charting the triumph of British landscape painting in the 18th century. 7.Self Portraits: From 1800 to the Present By Philippe Ségalot and Morgane Guillet, with an introduction by Robert Storr Publisher: Assouline, 20 March 2025 The New York-based publisher of hand-bound books, Assouline, recently invited the art adviser and Christie’s former international head of contemporary art Philippe Ségalot, along with the studio manager Morgane Guillet, to curate the ultimate ‘impossible’ collection of self-portraits made over the past 200 years. Louis Janmot (1814-1892), Self-Portrait, 1832, in Self Portraits: From 1800 to the Present. Photo: © Heritage Image Partnership Ltd / Alamy Stock Photo The result is a sumptuous collection of more than 60 works by artists including Franciso de Goya, Egon Schiele , Claude Monet , Félix Vallotton , Gustave Caillebotte , Marc Chagall , Jeff Koons , Dorothea Tanning , Elizabeth Peyton and Paul Gauguin . The latter famously wrote to Van Gogh in 1888, at the age of just 20, that the eyes in his most recent self-portrait were indicative of ‘the red-hot lava that sets our painters’ soul ablaze’. And while some works in the book don’t technically depict their maker, they all represent how the artist wanted to be seen, understood and immortalised. The book, which features an introduction by Robert Storr, former dean of Yale School of Art, has been designed in a new, sparse format, with each picture printed to scale — making it the next best thing to stepping into a gallery. 8. Those Passions: On Art and Politics By T.J. Clark Publisher: Thames & Hudson, 25 March 2025 The historian T.J. Clark introduces a cast of provocateurs in this thoughtful work on the role of politics in art. He starts by suggesting that art-world politics in the West is often specious — ‘a mixture of good faith, lack of knowledge, naive voluntarism and nervousness about not being relevant’ — yet there are those who have spoken truth to power and ended up on blacklists, as his chapter ‘Modernity and Terror’ reveals. As well as writing Those Passions: On Art and Politics, T.J. Clark is the author of works on Manet, Cezanne and Bruegel, and an art critic for the London Review of Books For the most part, Clark assesses the ways in which artists have responded to the upheavals of their times, using examples that encompass Rembrandt ’s self-portraits, Jacques-Louis David ’s revolutionary verve, the anarchism of James Ensor and the Marxism of filmmaker Pier Paolo Pasolini. Ultimately, he questions how we judge political art: by its effects, its beauty or its truth? And he explores how capitalism, through consumerism, advertising and society’s unstoppable love affair with the imagery of violence and death, impacts the art we see today. 9. Gabriel Orozco: Politécnico Nacional By Briony Fer Publisher: Rizzoli, 1 April 2025 The Mexican artist Gabriel Orozco makes art out of the found object. He is a scavenger, collecting the flotsam of the built environment to reveal the beauty of the everyday. He does this in a variety of ways, through sculpture, photography, painting and installation. Sometimes he’s like an archaeologist, presenting his finds in neat, catalogued rows; at other times he manipulates the object until its use is redundant, revealing the ingenuity of the design (he once squeezed a Citroën DS car into a smooth, propeller-like form). La DS (Cornaline), 2013, in Gabriel Orozco: Politécnico Nacional This comprehensive volume, published to coincide with the artist’s grand-scale exhibition at the Museo Jumex in Mexico City, critically assesses Orozco’s 40-year career. It features many of the artist’s key pieces, ranging from the ephemeral (breath condensed on the top of a piano) to the monumental (a life-size whale skeleton made from pulverised calcium and resin). The result is a glorious inventory of a practice that is as light and playful as it is grittily urban. 10. Anselm Kiefer: The Women By Petra Giloy-Hirtz Publisher: Prestel, 15 April 2025 The post-cataclysmic romanticist Anselm Kiefer is widely regarded as one of the most important living artists. The German artist’s range of subject matter is epic, encompassing Greek and German mythology, Old Norse folktales, Middle Eastern philosophy, the forest, the rise of Nazism, and the works of the novelist James Joyce, to name only a few. He is perhaps best known for his aeroplanes and battleships made of lead: hulking objects of menacing power. Many of his paintings and sculptures exude an ominous existentialism, and it is no surprise that rubble is one of his favourite materials. Anselm Kiefer: The Women focuses on a less well-known side of the German artist’s work — his sculptures and paintings of female figures Less well known, however, are his sculptures and paintings of female figures, exploring the themes of heroism and sacrifice. This publication focuses on the artist’s depiction of women from history and mythology, including the astronomer Hypatia and the French intellectual Madame de Staël. 11. Everything Is Now: The 1960s New York Avant-Garde — Primal Happenings, Underground Movies, and Radical Pop By J. Hoberman Publisher: Verso, 27 May 2025 Former Village Voice journalist J. Hoberman recalls New York’s avant-garde art scene in the 1960s: a time of free radicalism when disparate groups, drawn by cheap rents and political activism, coalesced in the city to create a thriving counterculture. In Everything Is Now, J. Hoberman charts the evolution of New York’s once-thriving counterculture. Photo: Courtesy of Verso Books The book is divided into two sections. ‘Subcultures’ begins in 1959 with the Beat Generation poets Jack Kerouac and Allen Ginsberg performing coffeehouse poetry under the threat of annihilation (‘Manhattan was understood to be the Prime Target and hence Ground Zero of a nuclear war,’ Hoberman writes). From then on, it is a fast-paced ride through a rapidly disintegrating city. As jobs disappear, crime rises and heroin floods poor neighbourhoods, the middle classes leave and the artists move in, taking the city’s urban detritus for their material. They set up makeshift galleries, cinemas and performance venues. Bob Dylan arrives with his protest songs, Allan Kaprow stages a ‘Happening’, the poet LeRoi Jones declares a jazz avant-garde and Andy Warhol creates the Silver Factory. The second section, ‘Countercultures’, begins in 1966 and charts artistic innovation colliding with psychedelia through strobe lighting, drone sound and jump-cut movies, before giving way to minimalism. It ends in the aftermath of Warhol’s shooting, with the Black Panthers on trial and bombs being planted in Manhattan. 12. ‘Our Little Gang’: The Lives of the Vorticists By James King Publisher: Reaktion Books, 1 June 2025 ‘We are getting our little gang together after five years of waiting,’ noted Ezra Pound in 1913. The ‘gang’ were seven highly talented, self-assured artists with a desire to set Britain’s parochial art scene on fire. Championed by the poet Pound, the Vorticists considered themselves to be at the centre of a modernist whirlwind, their paintings a fine balance between order and chaos. A detail of The Vorticists at the Restaurant de la Tour Eiffel: Spring, 1915 (1961-62) by William Roberts, on the cover of ‘Our Little Gang’: The Lives of the Vorticists James King introduces us to the key protagonists: William Roberts , Wyndham Lewis , David Bomberg , Edward Wadsworth , Henri Gaudier-Brzeska , Jessica Dismorr and Helen Saunders . As a group they were an unruly alliance — too many egos to hold together for long. However, in the brief but highly productive period between 1913 and 1915, they articulated their rebellious message through exhibitions and the magazine Blast . This book is notable for its inclusion of Dismorr and Saunders, the two female members who have been overlooked until now. Both made a valuable contribution to a movement that threw a firework into the heart of the British establishment, exposing an environment hostile to artistic innovation. The ‘Vorticist effect’ reverberated long after the group’s collapse, setting a precedent for future radicalism. Main image, clockwise from top left: Andrew Wyeth at Kuerner Farm: The Eye of the Earth , Rizzoli. Joseph Mallord William Turner, R.A., Juliet and her Nurse , 1836, Colección AMALITA, Buenos Aires, from Turner & Constable: Art, Life, Landscape , Yale University Press. Frankenthaler: Revised and expanded edition , Gagosian / Rizzoli. The Fricks Collect: An American Family and the Evolution of Taste in the Gilded Age , Rizzoli Electa. Maurizio Cattelan, La Rivoluzione siamo noi (We are the Revolution) , 2000, in Self Portraits: From 1800 to the Present , Assouline. Photo: © The Solomon R. Guggenheim Foundation, Art Resource, NY. Clara Peeters , Lund Humphries ML Staff. Content/image courtesy of Christies. Click here for the latest Christies auctions

Stu McNay , a five-time Olympian who competed in the 2024 Summer Games in Marseille, France, recently spoke to a group of 5th-grade students in Rhode Island about his journey from a kid who loved sports to an Olympic competitor. McNay shared how his interest in sports led him to sailing. He began in an Opti, a small boat for beginners, and quickly fell in love with the sport. Over time, his passion grew, and he made his way as a coach and pro-sailor, and ultimately to the Olympics, competing five times for the United States. He talked about the years of training and dedication that have been essential to his career. The students were especially curious about the Olympics; what it’s like to compete at that level and what he’s learned from the experience. McNay encouraged the students to remember that early experiences, whether in sailing or any other activity, can set the stage for bigger opportunities later on – a reminder that half the battle is showing kids what’s possible. Stu is living proof that with passion and hard work, childhood interests can lead to extraordinary achievements. Check out a cut of the video that was shown to the class to help bring his office to life. Courtesy of US Sailing. Words by Allison Chenard. For event schedules and more visit US Sailing.

Custom inflatable advertising offers a unique way to make your event memorable and engaging. These oversized, eye-catching designs can capture your audience's attention and create a lasting impression. With their vibrant colors and creative shapes, inflatables transform ordinary spaces into exciting environments. Using custom inflatables at your event boosts brand visibility and encourages interaction and conversation among attendees. They work well for any gathering, whether it's a trade show, corporate event, or public festival. Their versatility means you can use them indoors or outdoors, adding a creative twist to how you market. By choosing custom inflatable advertising, you can stand out from the competition and provide a distinct visual experience. This form of advertising taps into the power of visual storytelling, making sure your message gets across in a fun and memorable way. 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This increases interaction and creates a memorable experience that attendees are likely to share on social media. Keep the interaction simple and intuitive. The goal is to make it easy for audience participation without requiring complicated instructions or tools. The more accessible it is, the more likely attendees will engage with your setup. Maintaining Brand Consistency Your inflatable should clearly communicate your brand identity. Use consistent colors, logos, and messaging that match your overall branding strategy. This uniformity helps reinforce your brand in the minds of event attendees. Work closely with designers to develop custom inflatables that faithfully represent your brand. Pay attention to detail, guaranteeing fonts, images, and messages are consistent with other marketing materials. Consistent branding increases recognition and trust with your audience. When they see your inflatable, they should immediately connect it to your brand. This reinforcement can help in building long-term brand awareness  and loyalty among your audience. Conclusion Custom inflatable advertising is a smart choice for making your event stand out. These eye-catching displays grab attention with their bold and vibrant designs. They are perfect for creating a lively atmosphere that draws in crowds and engages your audience. Their flexibility allows you to design inflatables that fit your specific brand or theme. This customization guarantees that your message feels unique and tailored to your event. Additionally, the practicality of custom inflatables means they can be reused for different events, providing long-term value for your investment. Their durability and ease of setup make them an efficient advertising tool. Incorporating custom inflatables can lead to a memorable and successful event, improving your brand's visibility and impact. By ML staff. Image courtesy of Pexels.

The fashion world is ever evolving, with new designers making their mark and leaving a lasting impression. One such designer is Shane Ramnarine, the creative genius behind 11 Threads Roma . The journey of 11 Threads Roma is a testament to the power of creativity, resilience, and the pursuit of dreams. Debuting his inaugural collection at New York Fashion Week (NYFW) in 2023, the brand has since become synonymous with luxury, sophistication, and elegance. Let's take a closer look at the evolution of 11 Threads Roma and how they have made a name for themselves in the competitive world of fashion. From Humble Beginnings to a Luxurious Brand: Shane’s background is as colorful as his designs. After years in the corporate world, he embraced his creative spirit by designing carnival costumes across North America and the Caribbean. His passion for fashion led him to study interior design and ultimately to Miami in 2020—just before a global pandemic changed everything. It was during this time that he learned to sew, and pattern make, nurturing his creativity while crafting elegant pieces that echo both classic silhouettes and contemporary trends. Debut at NYFW 2023: In 2023, 11 Threads Roma made their debut at New York Fashion Week. This collection was not just about swimwear, glam wear, and resort wear; it was an expression of sophistication and affordable luxury that resonated deeply with the modern woman. The collection aptly entitled “Dream” was a fusion of Italian class and sophistication with Caribbean vibes, reflecting Shane's diverse cultural influences. With sustainability in mind, the brand utilizes luxury fabrics to create classic silhouettes and versatile pieces that are both elegant and affordable. A Vision of Femininity and Boldness: At the heart of the brand is a celebration of femininity, with pieces that are designed to make women feel bold and secure in their choices. The 11 Threads Roma woman appreciates the finer things in life and wants to be part of the fantasy that Shane creates with each collection. From brocade suits to silk jumpers, the brand offers something for every woman who appreciates luxury and style. Expanding Presence and Future Plans: Since their debut, 11 Threads Roma has continued to make waves in the fashion industry. In 2024, Shane brought forth another striking collection at Miami Swim Week titled "Passion," which highlighted luxury resort wear inspired by Miami's vibrant atmosphere and the enchanting colors of the Caribbean while retaining that signature Italian elegance. The collection features versatile pieces tailored for women who are bold and secure in their choices—those who appreciate life’s finer things and aspire to be part of a fantasy draped in femininity. With aspirations as lofty as those sun-soaked summer days she chases—whether on sandy shores or charming coastal towns—Shane’s woman represents wanderlust itself. Recently expanding into one of the world's fashion capitals with a new showroom in New York City, 11 Threads Roma is poised for growth.   Looking Ahead: As 11 Threads Roma looks to the future, they are currently presenting their new Spring/Summer 2025 collection. With a focus on versatility, luxury and sophistication, the brand is set to continue their journey in creating collections and capsules which speaks to the modern woman who appreciates elegance and timeless style. Stay tuned for more exciting developments from this innovative and visionary brand. The evolution of 11 Threads Roma is a testament to the creativity, vision, and talent of Shane Ramnarine. From their debut at NYFW to their expansion into new markets, the brand has established itself as a force to be reckoned with in the world of fashion. With a focus on luxury, sophistication, and sustainability, 11 Threads Roma is a brand that embodies the essence of modern elegance and style. The future looks bright as Shane Ramnarine continues to elevate his brand while staying true to its roots—a commitment that resonates deeply with modern consumers seeking both style and substance in their wardrobe choices. Website: 11threadsroma.com IG: @11threadsroma TikTock: @11threadsroma FB: 11 Threads Roma By ML staff. Images courtesy of 11 Threads Roma.

The women’s private label of Le Bon Marché Rive Gauche , now known as Maison Rive Gauche, has unveiled its new look with a Spring-Summer collection, to be followed by four capsule collections each year. The concept centers on fashion for all women, from French size 34 to 50 (the equivalent of U.S. size 2 to 18),with an accent on a timeless and elegant wardrobe featuring luxurious materials such as wool cashmere or iridescent silk, and cultivating a distinctive sense of style and meticulous attention to details. For the label’s first capsule, Maison Rive Gauche tapped entrepreneur Alexandra Van Houtte. Founder of the fashion search engine Tagwalk, Alexandra Van Houtte brings her singular, vision and ability to capture trends to the collection. Designed with noble materials and superb detailing, the pieces express their creator’s expertise and Le Bon Marché’s recognized excellence. Special attention is paid to environmental impact as well, including sourcing of textiles from Nona Source, selected from surplus luxury materials from major luxury houses. Maison Rive Gauche is a perfect conduit to discover these exclusive creations and dive into the creative universe of Alexandra Van Houtte. The collaboration spotlights a très Parisien chic and the savoir-faire of exceptional artisans and designers, perfectly matched to today’s consumer expectations and the DNA and values of Maison Rive Gauche. For more information, visit: LVMH ML Staff. Content/image(s) courtesy of LVMH

Inspired by women on the move, Guillaume Henry has created a subtle wardrobe for exciting days and elegant evenings. Presented under the skylight at the Palais de Tokyo, the looks are dominated by bold associations of black, red and white.   Hands in pockets, striding in high-shine boots, Patou silhouettes have a decidedly confident allure, replete with chain-link necklaces, gilded buttons and metallic fastenings against soft wool or glossy faux leather. Translucent floral motifs emphasize the curves of busts and leg lines.  These chic city dwellers stroll with waists accentuated by wide belts, recognizable by the Patou logo on their sleeve. Coats, trenchcoats and edgy bomber jackets are for women in a hurry. Flare necklines top short skirts. Longer cut evening gowns are as scintillating as the lights of Paris. Urban energy is an eternal source of inspiration, fueled by fashion in the street.   For more information, visit: LVMH ML Staff. Content/image(s) courtesy of LVMH

You are invited to an early screening of "Mickey 17" at 7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 20 at the Cosford Cinema. Checkout code (if needed) is M17COSFORD (Please note: As per the wishes of distributor Warner Bros., press/reviewers will not be admitted to this screening.) Mickey 17, known as an "expendable," goes on a dangerous journey to colonize an ice planet. MICKEY 17 | 2025 | DIRECTOR: Bong Joon Ho | WITH: Robert Pattinson, Steven Yeun, Tony Collette, Mark Ruffalo | RUNNING TIME: 2H 19M | RATED R for violent content, language throughout, sexual content and drug material | PROJECTION: 4K DCP Admission is on a first-come, first-served basis so please arrive early. Ticket does not guarantee admission. DATE AND TIME: Thursday, February 20, 2025 7pm to 9:30pm ADDRESS: Bill Cosford Cinema, Dooly Memorial 225 By ML Staff. Courtesy of University of Miami

Join Leanda Cave for a shakeout pre-Dolphins Cancer Challenge Ride!  Miami Design District x Rapha Jersey collab by artist Mario Ayala available at Rapha Miami. Proceeds of all sales will benefit Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center. SCHEDULE: 6:30AM | Registration 7:00AM | Wheels up DATE: Thursday, February 20, 2025 TIME: 6:30AM ADDRESS: 3802 NE 1st Ave ML Staff. Content/image(s) courtesy of MDD