Assembly New York Spring/Summer 2013: White Africa
Assembly New York’s White Africa SS13 Collection is a synergistic exploration of contrast, a beautiful balance of tension between native cultures and our modern civilization. It presents a beautiful integration of a simple earthy aesthetic and futuristic imperialist institution. The collection is an elegant merge of the indigenous and modern…
An NYC Garden Oasis: Battery Urban Farm
Battery Urban Farm is an agricultural oasis nestled in the heart of the hustle and bustle of Battery Park in downtown Manhattan. The farm’s organic aesthetic is defined by a beautiful bamboo fence enclosing the beautiful vegetation. In the spirit of sustainability and reusing our valuable resources, the bamboo material…
Mermaids in NYC? Yes! 3rd Annual Ocean Lifeline Mermaid Lagoon
“Once upon a time, in a blue lagoon not so far from New York City, there lived a village full of beautiful Mermaids. Famous for their dangerous beauty and bewitching talents, these mermaids were known the world over for their charms and songs used for luring sailors to their doom…
Why CSA's Rock: Growing Heart Farm Brings New Yorkers Fresh Veggies – Get In On The Action Now!
As the big agribusiness toxic food industry continues to harm the earth to make cheaper and less nutritious foods, healthy alternative sustainable food systems taking root, gaining strength and nourishing people and planet. Once such model, the CSA, which stands for “community supported agriculture,” is growing here in NYC. Members…
Superhealthy Dessert: Recipe for Chocolatey Coconut Chia Pudding
As the conscious food world evolves, there are more and more food products and companies honoring the health of people and planet. When you support these companies, you are not only doing yourself a favor, but you are also supporting the future of sustainable businesses and a happy healthy planet…
A Protein-Packed Spring Detox Salad Recipe Featuring Delicious Nutiva Hemp Seeds
I take being called a food snob as a compliment. After all, I am the designer of myself, inside and out, so I choose to use high quality materials for my self creation. When it comes to what foods go into my body, what actually becomes me, I want only…
Eco Art Explores the Collective Consciousness in "Visionary Sugar" by Kiki Smith
Now more than ever, ecological themes are present in the collective consciousness. Nature is calling to be nurtured, and you can see the human response everywhere from the trend of floral patterns in fashion to images of the natural world in the fine arts. Our awareness of ecological issues is…
Object Mythology: Handcrafted Artisan Jewelry and Accessories Bring Global Style Together in Your Wardrobe
“Every object tells a story and builds character over time, that is Object Mythology.” –Karen Chien, Founder Object Mythology Beautifully handcrafted, these pearl and cornelian drop earrings are set in 14k gold overlay. Handcrafted by Turkish artisans, this earrings were handpicked by Object Mythology during their last trip to The…
Super Natural Kale Salad Recipe from Chef Heidi Swanson
As a avid kale lover, I eat it at least once a day. Kale is great steamed with a tasty dressing, sauteed with garlic, raw and massaged in a salad, in warm winter soups, juiced, or even dehydrated into kale chips! When leafing through Heidi Swanson’s cookbook Super Natural Everyday,…
