Top Shop fans can rejoice! The London retailer recently announced plans to open a 40,000 square-foot store on Fifth Avenue. Even though the new store will be much larger than its other stand alone location in Soho, it will still pale in comparison to London’s 90,000 square-foot flagship store. “In addition to our flagship stores expansion, […]

Diane von Furstenberg is joining the ranks of Hermes, Burberry, Ferragamo, Michael Kors, Ermenegildo Zegna, Theory, Scoop and Calypso St. Barth by opening a new storefront at Manhattan’s upcoming Brookfield Place. Though the $250 million development project won’t be completed until approximately March 2015, the new 250,000-square-foot indoor shopping area is shaping up to be a […]

Vanessa Williams is ready to see her name in lights! The talented actress and singer has announced her plans to join the cast of Broadway’s After Midnight for a limited edition run. Directed and choreographed by Warren Carlyle, the fast-paced show features multiple musical numbers that highlight dance, jazz, tap and singing. The performers are […]

In today’s modern era where many people choose to read novels digitally, bookstores, especially small, independent ones, have began closing at a rapid pace. But James Patterson, the best-selling author who is widely known for the Alex Cross series, is on a mission to keep independent bookstores alive and thriving. Patterson plans to donate $1 […]

In celebration of his successful acting, directing and producing career, Ron Reiner, will receive the 41st annual Chaplin Award by The Film Society of Lincoln Center this spring. With credits including When Harry Met Sally, This Is Spinal Tap, The Princess Bride and Stand By Me, and most recently, The Wolf of Wall Street, the 66-year-old Bronx native […]

Rihanna is definitely known for her eye-popping fashion ensembles, and now, the 25-year-old pop star wants to spread her aesthetic eye to the masses by launching her own fashion label. Though the singer has yet to reveal any specifics about her upcoming line, she wholeheartedly believes that fashion has played a prominent role in the […]

Looking for a way to spice up, or rather, sweeten your weekend plans? Sugartooth Tours is now offering weekly walking tours around Manhattan that allows visitors the chance to sample the city’s finest sweets while learning about the culinary and cultural history of The Big Apple. Even sweeter, the company also donates a portion of ticket sales […]

Looking to add an Alexander Wang coat to your wardrobe, but can’t decide what color to pick? Problem solved. The fabulous fashion designer’s latest collection is now available for pre-order on Moda Operandi and it includes a “thermo-reactive” coat that changes color depending on temperature. At room temperature, the coat has a dull green-brown hue, but […]

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