ATHLEISURE LIST | MELT METHOD

Whether you’re an athlete or live an active lifestyle, the concept of optimizing your body to its utmost performance while preventing chronic pain and injuries is an essential element that can
be done prior to (maximizing results) and after your workout (to reduce recovery time, aches and stiffness). Over the past year, we have worked out utilizing the MELT Method which has a
Performance Roller that has changed our approach to fitness! This method focuses on whole-body communication, rebalances the nervous system, rehydrates connective tissue and releases compression in joints. Developed by Sue Hitzmann (a manual therapist and connective tissue specialist in NYC), creator of the MELT Method, MELT Performance includes a series of
techniques that are based in science and includes the use of the soft Performance Roller and the Performance Band. By going through her exercises, you improve your athleticism, have an
increased range of motion generate core strength, and you have joint stability.

We’re fans of the customizable nature of this program as you can target an array of sequences including NeuroCore Stability, Lower Body Stability, Upper Body Stability, and Bonus Neck Stability. Whether you follow along via DVD, or On Demand (they just released their app), this is a workout that you can do from the comfort of your home, office or from your hotel room. In addition to MELT Performance and MELT Method, there is also the MELT Hand and Foot
Treatments that allows your body to feel its effects in just minutes and can be done with MELT Treatment Balls that are made specifically for these activities.

MELT focuses on maintaining a pain free life by ensuring that there is a balanced nervous system and healthy connective tissue. Fundamentally, this self-care targets these needs by providing your body with the support it needs as well as optimal mind-body communication. Going through these techniques improves the body's ability to restore balance and to repair itself, which is key to lasting changes that you will see through your life.

There are over 1000 MELT classes, workshops, and events offered every week by trained MELT Instructors. A live class can be a great way to try MELT for the first time. Find an instructor or class near you here.

MELT professional education offers a series of trainings at various locations in the US and the UK. Trainees learn how to share the MELT Method in a one-on-one or group environment in
these practical, interactive trainings, while discovering the latest in fascial science and the nervous system.

The MELT Method Hand and Foot Instructor Training is the introductory training to learn how to teach the MELT Hand and Foot Treatments and the science behind the revolutionary MELT Method®.

MELT On Demand provides streaming access to your favorite sequences, MELT Maps, and videos, including the newest release, MELT Performance! For a small monthly fee, you can do
as many classes, tutorials, sequences, and MELT Maps as you like, gain unlimited access to our entire video library, plus discover new content every month!

Discover new classes every month with Sue Hitzmann, including her newest creation, MELT Performance! These can be watched anywhere with 24/7 access and become your own Hands-
Off Bodyworker®.

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Read more from the Sept Issue and read ATHLEISURE LIST | MELT Method in mag.

BLUSH DREAMING WITH MICHAEL COSTELLO

When it comes to jaw dropping dresses that are worn by your favorite celebs - Jennifer Lopez, Beyoncé, Toni Braxton, Celine Dion and Paris Hilton - Michael Costello is the designer who creates stunning creations that give them an ethereal and sexy look. Michael is no stranger to Fashion Week; however, during this season's NYFW SS18, he had his first presentation which shared his line filled with diversity from skin tones, size and age. We took some time to talk with him as well as Michaela Polaco, Lead Makeup Artist for INGLOT to find out more about this show.

ATHLEISURE MAG: We've been a fan of the brand for quite some time, what drew you to being a designer and ultimately creating draw dropping dresses?

MICHAEL COSTELLO: My love for fashion, fabrics, silhouettes, but ultimately I always wanted to be a designer to create gowns that empower women, and highlight their beauty.

AM: Who have been some of your favorite celebs to dress and who would you like to dress?

MC: I've dressed Beyoncé, J Lo, Lady Gaga and Katy Perry, among other beautiful celebs, and I would definitely love to dress Angelina Jolie and Halle Berry.

AM: We love how social you are as your IG posts include phenomenal style as well as insight into your personality - how essential is this to your brand?

MC: I love sharing my creations, and my personality through social media. I wear multiple hats; I'm a dad, designer, a business owner and I think it’s important to share this with the world.

AM: What inspired you to create SS18?

MC: S/S18 was inspired by the whimsy and romance of classic fairy tales. The collection entices you with a dreamy escape from the monotony of the day-to-day, while accentuating our signature alluring, modern silhouette.

AM: How important is diversity in fashion and why did you decide to focus on this in your show?

MC: Diversity is very important in fashion. It’s not about creating a movement or an acceptance, its more about realization that all women come in all forms, shapes, and sizes and we at
Michael Costello celebrate everyone equally.

AM: What is the inspiration behind the makeup look for the SS18 show?

MICHAELA POLACO: We’re converting the idea that glamour is something reserved for the elite. The inspiration comes from our desire to accentuate women’s natural features. We
achieved this by creating very supple, fresh and radiant skin, an effortless, wearable yet sexy eye and a lip that looks stained from a glass of wine. The palette is ethereal yet evokes the
thought, ‘I could pull that off.’

AM: Michael Costello's show is focusing on diversity and breaking barriers, how is this aligned with the ethos of Inglot?

MP: INGLOT is one of the most diverse brands on the market. From our array of eyeshadows spanning the rainbow; to our complexion products made up of a variety of textures, finishes and shades that range from the lightest of the light to the deepest of the deep, with every skin type in between. I think that Michael’s vision is completely aligned and compatible with that of
the INGLOT; making for a dynamic duo!

AM: What is the beauty look of the show?

MP: The Look:
· Skin: To create a dreamy effect on the skin, I mixed INGLOT AMC Liquid Illuminator with INGLOT HD Corrective Primer as a base, so the skin radiates through the makeup look and lasts
throughout the night.
· Cheek: After the base was applied on the apple of the cheek, I applied INGLOT Sparkling Dust FEB #02 & #03 (frosted loose powder in light nude and bronze) to give skin a shimmery
look accentuating each woman’s glow.
· Eyes: I wanted to maintain the ethereal feel on the eyes, so I mixed INGLOT AMC Pure Pigment in #115, a holographic rose gold shade, with INGLOT Duraline – It’s a magic serum that
turns powder products into cream or liquid. This created a long lasting, highshine metallic element that mimics a glossy lid, without the mess.
· Lips: To finish the look, I applied INGLOT HoldOn Lip Primer, lined the lips with INGLOT Soft Precision Lipliner #56 and finished with INGLOT Sleeks Cream Lip Paint #91, a creamy, rosy
long-wear paint with a glossy yet flat texture.

AM: What are 4 must haves that people should have in their cosmetic bag from Inglot that allows them to get the look from the show, but can work well into their everyday routine?

MP: INGLOT AMC Liquid Illuminator: Because a healthy glow is always necessary and you never know when your look will need a pick me up. This product was a major player in the Michael
Costello looks.

INGLOT Refreshing Face Mist: Also a pick me up for the skin, whether you're experiencing overheated skin and need a cool down or have dry skin that needs a drink of water. This was a key product used to keep skin looking supple and youthful at the Michael
Costello show.

INGLOT Lash Enhancer Mascara: To create a full looking lash that's voluminous yet defined.

INGLOT High Gloss Lip Oil: Infused with many nourishing oils to keep your lips soft and healthy, it adds a high shine that can be worn alone or on top of your favorite lip product to give an
added kick. At the show, we also used it on top of models’ high planes of cheekbones for major skin.

AM: What was your path to becoming a makeup artist?

MP: Starting from the age of 16, I actually spent many years trying NOT to be a makeup artist, but one way or another I always found myself back in the industry. I worked at countless makeup counters, and spent many mornings up at the crack of dawn - Sometimes to do
makeup for “Z list” celebrities, other times to work on brides that were featured in VOGUE. I started at INGLOT as a regular artist and three year later I’ve just finished keying Michael Costello's NYFW presentation. What I've learned is, never say no to an opportunity and
always arrive ready with your game face on, because you never know who you'll meet or what jobs can lead to others. It’s a competitive industry that's always changing, so you have to
prepared for everything and always be willing to step outside of your comfort zone. I love being a makeup artist and I’m so grateful I’ve ended up where I am supposed to be.

Read more from the Sep Issue and read Blush Dreaming with Michael Costello in mag.

YOGURT BEAUTY

For glowing skin, yogurt has lactic acid and alpha hydroxy acid that dissolves dead skin cells. This velvety treat moisturizes, fights acne, prevents premature ageing, relieves sunburn, and reduces discoloration. Here are this month's picks.

| NERD SKINCARE Clarifying Cleanser | KORRES Firming & Anti-Wrinkle Body Butter | FARMHOUSE FRESH Honey and Oat Yogurt Mask |

Read more from the Sep Issue and see Yogurt Beauty in mag

NAILING IT WITH AGNIESZKA RADWANSKA

The month of Aug and Sep are not just about summer frolicking - but the US Open comes to NYC with a number of events on and off the court to connect with your favorite tennis players who will be performing at Arthur Ashe Stadium as well as iconic greats who are still associated with the sport.

We took some time to catch up with Agnieszka "Aga" Radwańska, who is ranked #11 to find out how she got into the sport, how she trains throughout the year, her personal style and of course, her partnership with Inglot Cosmetics which has an array of nail polishes that are a great way to showcase your style.

ATHLEISURE MAG: Tell us your journey on what it took to become a tennis player.

AGA RADWANSKA: I started very young with my father in Krakow, Poland. My sister and I started hitting balloons with mini rackets. Once I realized I could be a good player, we started traveling in Europe and playing junior tournaments. When I won junior Wimbledon, I realized
that I could make a good career in tennis.

AM: What is it like to train for each match and what workouts do you do?

AR: The tennis season is very long (11 months), so my main training block is usually in December. The focus can vary from strength, conditioning, aerobic and speed training. There can be a lot of interval training, weights and long runs. I prefer being on court than in the gym
so we try to tie in a lot of the routines with some tennis drills. All my training is monitored with a heart monitor to measure performance and improvement.

AM: What does the US Open mean to you and how have you been preparing for it?

AR: New York is one of the best cities in the world so the atmosphere is always electric. There is such a buzz. I have been preparing by playing warm-up events in Toronto, Cincinnati and New Haven.

AM: What is your tennis style versus what you wear when you're going out with friends?

AR: Lotto normally produces cool dresses for me to play tennis and I have some input in the design. When I go out with friends I like to mix things up, though typically a casual look - jeans, sneakers and a sweater or tee shirt. Polish winters can be pretty harsh so I like to layer.

AM: Tell us about your partnership with Inglot and more about the line.

AR: Our collaboration is a perfect fit as we both share the same values and outlook. We both share a heritage in Poland, but here we are together in Times Square, NYC; looking to conquer the world. I have been a fan and consumer of their products for a long time so the collaboration is truly a great honor. I hope that the looks we have produced have a broad appeal and can be mixed with many outfits.

AM: Why did you want to have a nail line and what can we expect in future collaborations with this brand in nails as a category or even other products that they offer?

AR: Simply, I love nails. Anyone that knows me will tell you that I spend more time on my nails than anyone else I know. I even like to paint my nails before matches and tournaments – they are a part of my life on and off .court. Stay tuned for more great color and looks

Read more from the Sep Issue and see Nailing it with Agnieszka Radwanska in mag.

MELT INTO FALL

The weather continues to feel like a summer day begging for a bit of frolicking at your nearest festival; however, summer is coming to an end and fall will be here soon. Here are some of our transitions into the next season.

| FLEUR'T INTIMATES West Coast Vibes Racerback Tanktop + Jogger Pant | ISOLA Balanced Soy Candle | NUGG Face Mask Exfoliating | CONTIGO Tranquil Water Bottle | LOVEKNITZ Reversible Cashmere Hat | ROMA Rainboots | OLITALIA Drink Vinegar Cherry |

Read more of the Sept Issue and see Melt Into Fall in mag.

ATHLEISURE BEAUTY | ROSE GOLD

Rose Gold is having a major moment from accessories, office supplies and event accenting your bathroom. Why stop there? We have a few beauty products that are within this theme that are a must for your vanity.

| TWEEZERMAN Sparkle and Shine Gift Set | TOM FORD Orchid Soleil | HELLO Sensitivity Relief Fluoride Toothpaste in Soothing Mint with Coconut Oil | NUME Stealth Hair Dryer |

Read more from the Sep Issue and see Athleisure Beauty | Rose Gold in mag.

USE THESE TRICKS TO PAINT YOUR HOUSE LIKE A PRO

Use these tricks to paint your house like a pro

If you want to completely change the aspect of your house, simply applying a fresh coat of paint can do the trick. There are many professional companies like Paysons Painting, but you might want to do everything on your own. After all, nothing makes a house feel like a home more than your personal touch. Painting your house can become your own project and it will feel like a great accomplishment after it is done. However, you should learn some things before you start painting your house by yourself. There are a few tips that will make you paint faster and smoother.

Use primer, but only on the areas that have problems

It is no secret that primer is the best way to get a smooth wall, with no bumpy textures. However, you do not have to use the primer on the entire house. Primer is meant to be used only on the areas that have problems with paint, like dried wood filler or raw wood. This way, paint will cover those surfaces smoothly and you will obtain a nice result. Priming only the problem areas is also better for your wallet.

Cut brush clean up time

One of the most annoying things about painting is the fact that you have to stop constantly and clean your brushes and covers. However, things do not have to be this way. You can minimize the cleaning time, or eliminate it completely. For example, brushes can be cleaned with a paint brush comb and water. Those combs will help you save a lot of time, and it is a lot easier than any other methods available.

It is also recommended to throw away brushes and rollers and save some time. In order to do this, you should buy cheaper roller covers and brushes. Roller covers are usually inexpensive and it is better to throw them instead of trying to clean them, since you will get better quality this way. You can also buy nylon brushes for $0.99. They do their job and you can throw them away afterwards.

Don’t scrap everything

If you do not want to waste time, you should only scrape what is necessary. Everyone hates to scrap paint, only to discover more and more layers. Therefore, you should only scrape until you reach a solid edge of paint. If the edges stay down, you should not worry about them. The fresh coat of paint can go over them and hold them down.

Use a sprayer when you can

The fastest way to paint something is to spray it. Large areas are ideal for spraying, and you can finish them in no time. It can be a bit annoying to cover everything in the area in order to keep things clean, but after you are done you will save so much time with spraying. A sprayer is definitely the best choice, especially when it comes to surfaces like doors that have almost no features.

THE ART OF THE SNACK | OKTOBERFEST

Read more from the Sept Issue and The Art of the Snack | Oktoberfest in mag. 

THE GOLDIE AWARDS SHINE BRIGHT IN BROOKLYN

September marked the first annual Goldie Awards DJ and Beats Battle in Brooklyn, NY. Presented by Fool's Gold, Thump, Noisey, TMWRK, and Serato - the night featured an array of
promising beats and DJ artists from around the globe. The star-studded judges panel was stacked with Diplo, Just Blaze, DJ Craze, Destructo, Mija, The Whooligan and Mannie Fresh,
who rooted on the artists with awe and strong community vibe. Dave East joined in with hosting duties for the evening breaking up the show with light and crisp banter, always with a
brew in hand.

The packed house cheered and bopped to beats, scratches and remixes as they filled the air for each battle. The battles were a good formula and the pulse was fresh through the show. The
few moments of downtime between sets allowed for some drink breaks, audible digestion, and IG moments.

A-Trak is right, all of the artists are winners in gaining some great exposure with the event. You never know who s watching and what next lies in store. Congrats to all artists that performed.
The Beat Battle contestants were: Brace, City the Beatmaster, Fresh Kils, HOLLY, MSCLS, R!OT, STFU, and Young Sidechain. The DJ Battle contestants were: John Beez, K-Swizz, Kayper, Miles Medina, Rafik, Rocket Jackson, Vekked, and Yuto.

The Goldie Awards bring good recognition and flavor to the industry truly cutting across genres. It is highly recommended for fans of various musical tastes. DJ’s don’t sleep on this – make sure you have your short demo submissions hashtagged and ready for next time.

Read more from the Sep Issue and see The Goldie Awards Shine Bright in Brooklyn in mag.

SOMETHING YOU SHOULD KNOW | HOW'S YOUR MOOD

For those in NYC and in Miami, you may have noticed a number of Dr Smood's popping up. More then just an organic boutique cafe, it is a culinary destination that brings nutrient-rich super foods and beverages to a health conscious clientele. Whether you eat inside or enjoy a selection of grab-and-go sweet and savory treats, supplements or select from their coffee and juice bar in their Smood Market.

Unlike most other food conscious eateries, Dr Smood spent three years of development of their nutrient-rich foods which enhance the performance of the body, mind and soul by a team of scientists, nutritionists and doctors.

All products offered are color coded and are placed in one of 6 categories including: Immunity, Energy, Health, Beauty, Detox and Power. They are all USDA-certified organic, kosher and made without GMOs, preservatives, dairy, chemicals, HPP, pesticides or refined sugar.

"We're interested in the science behind food what's going on at a molecular level that will give our bodies what they need to feel, look and perform at their absolute best! We truly believe
that food is the best medicine and we’re willing to go the extra mile to make sure that our food is the greatest in the world,” explained founder and Danish business developer René Sindlev, who is also known as the Co-Founder of Pandora Jewelry.

If you have questions about offerings, there are nutritionists and Smood Operators on-site to help customers select products that are tailored to their needs and interests to boost their
health.

Meals include the highest nutrients such as sandwiches made from Performance Bread (which helps to stabilize blood sugar) and salads that are filled with bio-available protein and organic
superfoods.

An in-house alchemist ensures that products are crafted to not only taste good but to, "amplify nutrient absorption in the body by compounding elements to maximize nutritional value," says Dr Etti Ben-Zion, Partner in Dr Smood. "We pride ourselves on being a truly science-baced health food company."

Dr Smood locations are meant to dine in as well as to work from the cafés. The eateries are uniquely designed by Quincoces-Dragò, that are inspired by old English Apothercaries.

If you can't make your way there you can purchase online via their website as well as local delivery services such as Grubhub, Seamless, UberEats and Amazon Fresh.

Read more from the Sep Issue and see Something You Should Know | How's Your Mood. 

ATHLEISURE MAG | SEP ISSUE

September's Issue begins our transition into fall with our cover from Athleisure Mag's NYFW SS18 event known as Athleisure House which debuted the launch of UG|RO Ugly Romper (a romper focused lifestyle line that is Co-Founded by our founders Kimmie Smith and Paul Farkas), we also have an interview with Michael Costello about his NYFW SS18 presentation to talk about how he got into being a designer and the importance of diversity along with a conversation with his makeup lead, Michaela Polanco. With the US Open taking place in NYC in August and September, we caught up with tennis player, Agnieszka Radwanska about her upcoming match as well as her partnership with Inglot Cosmetics. The month continues to be busy with the kickoff of Oktoberfest - and this month's The Art of the Snack shares some highlights for you to consider. 

From a wellness perspective, we found out more about Dr Smood which has been popping up throughout NYC and Miami. We also share information on Wanderlust, a festival minded series of events that combine fitness, music and of course finding your ultimate tribe. As always, we have our monthly features keeping you in the loop on what you should be looking forward to in the weeks to come.

 Read more from the Sept Issue here.

2017 GLOBAL CITIZEN FESTIVAL

On Sept 23rd, the 2017 Global Citizen Festival came back for its 6th year on Central Park's Great Lawn in NYC. This event culminated Global Citizen Week, a series of more than 30 public, advocacy-driven events and digital activations that took place across NYC. Prior to this week, Global Citizens took 1.6 million actions over 2 months that secured 29 commitments, 55 announcements and 13 calls to action which totaled $3.2 billion to assist in affecting the lives of 221 million people. These efforts will continue to assist in holding governments and business accountable to deliver on their promises for years to come. The concert and summit like festival included world leaders, non-profit organizations, social conscious focused artists and Global Citizens that are intent on leading the world to Global Goals for Sustainable Development to end extreme poverty by 2030.

Over 60,000 attendees and millions watched live (via broadcasting partners at MSNBC, Youtube and Twitter) with performances by Stevie Wonder, Green Day, The Killers, The Lumineers, and featuring the Chainsmokers, with special guest performances by Pharrell Williams, Big Sean, Andra Day, and Alessia Cara.

| PHOTOGRAPHY Theo Wargo/Getty Images for Global Citizen - Model & Activist Joan Smalls |

Top Campaign Victories  

Economic Empowerment | Accenture, Citi, Ernst & Young, and Procter & Gamble each committed to source $100 million from women-owned businesses - a majority of whom will be based in the developing world. This amount totals $400 million will be delivered through Global Citizen's partners at WEConnect International which brings the amount to $1 billion committed on the Global Citizen stage from corporate entities towards women's economic empowerment in the past 12 months.

HIV/AIDS | Global Citizen partners Johnson & Johnson commits to accelerating the healthcare company’s HIV vaccine and announced that for the first time it is going into late-stage human clinical trials. It is the world’s first ever “global” vaccine, which means it can protect against all strains of HIV. In early-stage studies the vaccine has shown 100% success rate.

Famine | U.S. Senator Chris Coons (D-Delaware), as a member of the Appropriations Committee announced that encouraged by Global Citizens taking over 60,000 actions, his colleagues in the Senate have proposed $311.5 million more in funds for International Disaster Assistance compared to last year.

Yazidi Justice | Three years since the genocide was committed by ISIS, UK Permanent Representative to the UN, Matthew Rycroft, announced that the UK led the UN Security Council to a unanimous vote this week on the decision to set up a UN Investigation Team to pursue justice for the Yazidis. The UN resolution on ISIS accountability was described as a “long overdue first step” by the UN Office for the High Commissioner on Human Rights. This comes after an 18 month campaign and over 100,000 actions taken by Global Citizens.
 

| PHOTOGRAPHY Kevin Mazur/Getty Images for Global Citizen - Priyanka Chopra; Demi Lovato; Michelle Monaghan; Freida Pinto |

Top Accountability Updates

France | Thanks to Global Citizen’s two year long campaign, and nearly half a million actions, including those of Global Citizen and Global Partnership for Education Ambassador Rihanna, French President Emmanuel Macron announced that for the first time ever a G7 country — France — was to co-host the Global Partnership for Education replenishment with an African country — Senegal in order to raise $3.1 billion to provide 870 million children with vital education.

GHANA | President of Ghana, Nana Akufo-Addo, committed on the Festival stage to end child marriage. The newly elected President inherited the initiative to end child marriage in the country from his predecessor, so this stage moment provided confirmation that the new president has officially committed to continue with the National Strategic Framework on Ending Child Marriage in Ghana. As part of this announcement, the President also reaffirmed his pledge to provide universal free secondary education.

Famine | Executive Director of the World Food Program, David Beasley, confirmed that $575 million of $990 million committed by Congress in May — a commitment helped by 49,291 actions taken by Global Citizens — has been released to the WFP and others to immediately fight the famine. He then issued a powerful call to action to Global Citizens, revealing that after years of progress, the number of hungry people in the world is going up.

Partners of Global Citizen Week included: Gucci and CHIME FOR CHANGE, MSNBC & Comcast NBCUniversal, Live Nation, Johnson & Johnson, Citi, HP, Cadillac, T-Mobile, iHeartMedia, NYC Parks, lululemon, P&G, The New York City Mayor's Office for International Affairs, Bira 91, Universal Music Group, the Empire State Building, Forbes, Guardian US, Omaze, TOMS, and Tribeca Enterprises.

Partners of the 2017 Global Citizen Festival included: presenting partner GUCCI and CHIME FOR CHANGE, premier media partner MSNBC & Comcast NBCUniversal, entertainment partner Live Nation, global health partner Johnson & Johnson, and other major partners Citi, HP, Cadillac, T-Mobile, iHeartMedia, and NYC Parks.
 

TAKE A MOMENT

We're in the midst of coming off of NYFW as we head into the rest of Fashion Month, we've launched our clothing line within our 2nd Annual Athleisure House NYFW event, US Open and so much more. We don't get a lot of down time but when we do - we like to seriously relax and take some time to just do absolutely nothing - while looking cute doing it. 

With little time on our hands, we tend to go to a number of stores looking for specific items so that we can go onto our next destination; however, prior to NYFW we hung out with our friend's at Marshalls to check out their new location at Tribeca and challenged ourselves to pull together items within a theme for around $100. In full disclosure, entering a store without having a clear list of items you need and exact products/brands that you will get seemed a bit foreign. But at this location, we entered seeing a seatingarea where you could charge your devices and just take a breather pre/post shopping, then you descend into this location which has two large floors and you start to think about all the possibilities and you feel like you're going on a scavenger hunt with no list in mind. Somehow, upon entering this shop, we started to realize that the notion of browsing and allowing things to catch your interest was definitely a great idea. Even doing a few laps around the store to discover more items became a fun experience. 

As we went from rack to rack, we found a number of brands (some that we were so shocked were there and an even better shock knowing how much this would actually cost if you purchased it elsewhere) that were of interest to us that would be perfect for a weekend in whether you're on a college campus, having time with your girlfriends or prepping for a Bingely session with your favorite streaming platform. We left with one of our favorite tees from James Perse (we live in these tees and getting them at such an amazing price made us make a mental note to try to find other colors each week as there is always new inventory hitting the floors), Tommy Hilfiger joggers (travel essential), Steve Madden Girl quilted duffle (which is not too big so you can take it to the gym but also use it for errands), eye mask (not included in this picture), a package of ABS Style socks (when you're always at the gym you like to be well stocked), and BC facial wipes.

We even had a few dollars left over to come back on a future trip or to snag tasty treats that are near the cashier article. We'll definitely browse again as you never know what will literally fall into your cart whether you're buying for yourself OR for a friend's present, something for the home and beyond.

MFW SS18 | VERSACE

Donatella Versace brought back the original superstars to honor the death of her brother, Gianni Versace in an iconic statement ending her runway show at Versace's MFW SS18. In addition, there was a nod to classics of the house with a number of the moment models including Gigi Hadid, Bella Hadid and Kendall Jenner strutting down the runway. But when Cindy Crawford (whose daughter Kaia walked the show as well), Naomi Campbell (who was in the center), Carla Bruni, Helena Christensen and Claudia Schiffer emerged from the curtain, it caused a sense of excitement throughout the show. 

There is much speculation if this show is more than just reminiscing to the House of Versace and what Donatella's brother built or if this may be her last year - either way, the show was impactful to those who are fans of fashion and the passions that it showcases. 

| PHOTOGRAPHY Yannis Vlamos / Indigital.tv |

MFW SS18 | Roberto Cavalli

Roberto Cavalli's MFW SS18 show reflects the looks we definitely want to wear to brunch, midday gallery openings and to all points in between. These pants and soft hues or the edgy pieces are a must for next season.

| PHOTOGRAPHY Yannis Vlamos / Indigital.tv |

FENTY BEAUTY BY RIHANNA SEPHORA PARIS LAUNCH

Fenty Beauty by Rihanna has had rolling launches that began in NYC during NYFW and continued with its launch in Paris at Sephora among media, influencers and enthusiasts of the brand. With a focus on beauty for all, the line is truly one that covers a number of shades of foundation and concealers from those that you would expect as well as hues that have previously felt that they have not been focused on. Rihanna will continue with her launches at global Sephora locations with its next stop in Spain. The cosmetic line is one that has a number of gems that will find its way onto your vanity.

| PHOTOGRAPHY |  Pascal Le Segretain/Getty Images for Fenty Beauty 

ATHLEISURE MAG PRESENTS ATHLEISURE HOUSE NYFW SS18 AND DEBUTS UGLY ROMPER

Last week, we brought back our second season of Athleisure Mag's Athleisure House NYFW event to 50 Clinton St (those who are fans of BRAVO's Million Dollar Listings NY have seen this property during this season) on the Lower East Side. To switch things up a bit, we debuted the launch of UG|RO Ugly Romper, a romper only line that was created by our very own Kimmie Smith and Paul Farkas who are also the Co-Founders of this magazine. 

Affectionally known as UG|RO, the line focuses on the versatility of the romper as it can be worn cheering on your favorite teams from collegiate, NFL, NBA and more. The use of mesh within this portion of the Team Sport collection takes you from the stands right out to the afterparty.

When it comes to a night out, UG|RO Ugly Romper utilizes an array of fabrics from painted wovens, lace as well as spandex in order to reflect the personality you choose to present on your night out!

When it comes to being out and about for brunch, a vacation look or just running errands - the romper is the perfect style to wear for these moments. Wherever your day takes you, UG|RO Ugly Romper is there to make like print filled and easy.

Connect with UG|RO Ugly Romper for more images from the debut on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter.

LFW SS18 | VERSUS VERSACE

Versus Versace made their way to the runways of London Fashion Week with an athleisure oriented line that was filled with looks for men and women that will hang in our closets once we're in SS18.

PHOTOGRAPHY | Kim Weston Arnold / Indigital.tv

LFW SS18 | ANYA HINDMARCH

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WITH THE CREW

When you think about the Olympics, a number of sports come to mind. In the list of classic sports during these games, rowing is at the top of our list. It's a sport that creates images of collegiate athletes, country clubs, and symphony in motion. Known as the oldest contested
collegiate sport, the first race was between the Harvard-Yale regatte in 1852! Back in the 20's and 30's, collegiate crew received the type of press that baseball gets and it seems like there is a resurgence that has taken place. We had the opportunity to know more about the sport, how it has a lot of commonalities with studio rowing as well as understanding why there is an increased focus in making this sport accessible to more people.

We found ourselves at the members only, Saugatuck Rowing Club in Westport, Connecticut - owned by Howard Winklevoss (this is one of 3 rowing clubs in the Winklevoss umbrella), learning about the fundamentals of rowing from an elite team of trainers from RowAmerica
(their focus is to support, promote and expand the sport of rowing), and the Co-Founders of ROW HOUSE NYC who have indoor rowing studios in NYC.

Howard's awareness of the sport came through his sons (Cameron and Tyler Winklevoss who competed throughout their academic career as well as placing 6th during the 2008 Olympic games in Beijing - they are also known as crypto currency internet entrepreneurs) and their love of training at this particular rowing club that encouraged him to not only buy this boathouse, but additional facilities as a means to garner increased interest of the sport and to preserve it as well.

To create an interest in the sport, a partnership between Saugatuck Rowing Club and ROW HOUSE NYC was created to allow members of the rowing studio to have the opportunity to row on the water. Many of the skills utilized in studio become building blocks when on the
water working as a team.

In addition, this boathouse is internationally recognized as a premier boatclub that has produced annual national and Olympic champions. Members can enjoy an array of rowing programs whether they're a novice or Olympic bound. Additional offerings include a number of workout methods that are offered from yoga, spinning, body sculpting, access to a state of the art gym as well as a lounge and restaurant.

Prior to our day on the water, we had rowed in studio at ROW HOUSE NYC. It's a total body workout that is low impact but has a lot of energy. In studio, it feels like an individual sport where you compete with yourself. While at the boathouse, we warmed up rowing as you
would in studio but transitioning into actually rowing on the water, there is a lot of discipline and connection in order to truly flow on the water!

To have our team of rowers work in sync whether we were going forward, backing up and even getting the boat in the water - taking direction is key. In addition, you learn that each person is needed for the smoothest ride! After a few hours on the water, we hit our stride and working the oars and gaining co-ordination became much easier.

To find out more about indoor rowing, visit ROW HOUSE NYC to find your nearest location. Once you begin working out at their facility, you can find out more about introducing yourself to rowing on water at Saugatuck Rowing Club.

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