Every May, a small crescent of the French Riviera transforms into the undisputed center of the cultural universe. To call the Festival de Cannes a mere "film festival" is like calling a vintage Bordeaux "just fermented juice." It is an alchemy of high art and high fashion—a ten-day fever dream where the cinematic stakes are as high as the six-inch stilettos navigating the cobblestones of the Croisette. Here, the convergence of cinema and style isn’t just an aesthetic choice;

Image by Annie Watt Agency The 2026 Lenox Hill Spring Gala proved once again that high-end design is at its best when fueled by a philanthropic spirit. As a media sponsor, we were captivated by the sheer scale of imagination on display, where the city’s top visionary designers turned the ballroom into a sprawling gallery of immersive tablescapes. Each setting told a unique story through avant-garde florals and bespoke textures, creating a vibrant atmosphere that celebrated bo

Image courtesy of Fourth Ward Charlotte If your idea of Uptown Charlotte is just shiny skyscrapers and corporate commutes, you’ve been looking in the wrong direction. On May 16–17 , the skyscrapers are taking a backseat to something much more exclusive. For one weekend, the heavy wrought-iron gates of Historic Fourth Ward are swinging open for the Secret Gardens Tour —and it’s the ultimate urban flex. This isn’t your grandmother’s backyard walkabout. This is a high-altitude,

Images courtesy of Cartier Square, curved, rectangular, or oval. Since the beginning of the 20th century, Cartier watches have established the Maison as the watchmaker of shapes through their signature designs. This year, Cartier is enriching its ever-dynamic repertoire and revealing the essence of its watchmaking expertise through a unique mastery of savoir-faire. From the most essential to the most expressive, the shapes of Cartier watches all require bespoke craftsmanship

There is a particular kind of optimism required to enter the Kentucky Derby—one that has very little to do with odds, and everything to do with belief. Beneath the spectacle lies a far more complex reality: the true cost—financial, emotional, and otherwise—of chasing one of sport’s most elusive victories.