2022-09-23 13:00
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The weird thing about elaborate, decorative candles is that they are often too fancy to burn — their main purpose, I’m sure we can all agree — even if… Read More
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2022-09-22 13:00
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The legendary French graffiti and stencil artist Blek Le Rat was in town recently to do some press for his current solo exhibit in the Chelsea Gallery District. While he was h… Read More
2022-09-21 17:00
Buying furniture is an exciting, but intimidating venture for most homeowners or renters – especially for the first time that we embark on the process. If you are looking for som… Read More
2022-09-21 13:00
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In 1903, French couturier Paul Poiret made his first loose dress with hints of the kimono shape, and by 1906 he had presented his first collection to be worn without a corset… Read More
2022-09-20 13:00
Photo by Ben Mack on Pexels.comYou’ve found a holiday rental online that you’re interested in, but you’re not sure it’s 100% right for you. Reading the reviews of pre… Read More
2022-09-19 13:00
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Pink Panther (1988) depicts a 1950s pin–up, modeled on the American B–movie actress Jayne Mansfield, with one hand covering a breast bared by a garment that ha… Read More
2022-09-18 19:06
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This rather fabulous simulated likeness of myself was sent to me this past… Read More
2022-09-16 13:00
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Artist Metis Atash is known for her Swarovski crystals-encrusted sculptures of little Buddha Babies (which she calls Funkybuddhas) sporting spikey mohawks or embell… Read More
2022-09-15 17:00
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We are living in a golden age of design. In previous centuries, most items were purely practical and utilitarian, with little thought give… Read More
2022-09-15 13:00
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As a grown woman who sometimes still feels the sting of decades-past adolescent bullying and ostracism, I will never discount the importance of feeling included. Living in… Read More
2022-09-14 13:00
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Have you heard of Beach Pajamas? I never had until I visited The Met this past weekend and found myself in This Exhibit, which explores the influence of the Japanese Kimon… Read More
2022-09-13 13:00
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Did you know that September is National Honey Month? This is a fact, and it’s also almost October (I know, right?) which means that Pumpkin Spice Season is nearly up… Read More
2022-09-12 13:00
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Fittingly, artist Roger Frey (1866 – 1934) memorialize the public debut of Henri Matisse’s The Red Studio in a painting that represents a group of Matiss… Read More
2022-09-11 14:45
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I finally made it to the first post-Covid Spring Break Art Show &mdas… Read More
2022-09-09 13:00
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Did you ever see the movie Fight Club? It is pretty good, if a bit disturbing, and is sometimes known in popular culture for the bars of Fight Club Soap that were given o… Read More
2022-09-08 19:01
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I think Morrissey said it best when he sang “Has the world changed… Read More
2022-09-08 13:00
Pasta to Die For (All Photos By Gail)
Do you like Italian food? I sure do. Since my favorite neighborhood place closed before Covid, and Arthur Avenue is a long haul if you&rsquo&hell…Read More
2022-09-07 13:00
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In the practice of Ikebana, the art of Japanese flower arrangement, selecting a vessel is an important step in design and informs the meaning of the composition. In Ikebana th… Read More
2022-09-06 17:00
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The world of online gambling is growing at a tremendous rate. It’s difficult to accurately calculate the exact number of online casinos operating today, but most estimates… Read More
2022-09-06 13:00
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Every community around the world has unique arts and culture. The importance and appeal of learning about different cultures, their history and what they have to offer the world… Read More
2022-09-05 17:00
Photo by energepic.com on Pexels.comWhile there are certainly many benefits to working from home, many people also find that it can be hard to disconnect from work. When the lines are blurre… Read More
2022-09-05 13:00
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Around The Circle (1940 ), one of Vasily Kandinksy’s last major paintings, is a milestone in the artist’s circular journey. It reflects not only contemporary… Read More
2022-09-04 20:05
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Where did the summer go? We’re on the cusp of Labor Day already and… Read More
2022-09-04 15:00
Photo by Mikhail Nilov on Pexels.comLet’s be honest: the best nights are those spent relaxing at home. You can’t beat the feeling of kicking your feet up on the couch and relaxin… Read More
2022-09-03 15:00
Photo by Yan Krukov on Pexels.comThis article examines why the online entertainment sector and online gaming, in particular, have taken the online space by storm and are one of — if no… Read More
2022-09-02 17:00
Photo by Felicity Tai on Pexels.comWhen you’re on a long commute, whether on a train or bus, it can seem that time just slows down, and a twenty-minute journey can feel like an eternit… Read More
2022-09-02 13:00
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Spotted at the DSW store in Union Square, these Pink Rhinestone Embellished Block Heel Booties (from designer Betsey Johnson) were made for kicking some ass! Johnson has built… Read More
2022-09-01 17:00
Photo by Olena Yelisieieva on Pexels.comPlanning a birthday party for an adult can be a tough task – as adults are often not as easy to please as kids — so it’s a major res… Read More
2022-09-01 13:00
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Does reading make you hungry? Make sure you don’t try to eat this super realistic (and delicious) looking Burrito Bookmark from Humdrum Paper. They make all kinds… Read More
2022-08-31 13:00
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Bill Blass (1922 – 2001) began his career as a designer f in the 1960s before establishing his own label in 1970. His early preference for bold stripes, checks, and… Read More
2022-08-30 13:00
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Look out below! In this 3-D ad for the Discovery Channel’s Shark Week programming, a prehistoric Megalodon shark appear to leap from the facade of a building on 23rd… Read More
2022-08-29 13:00
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At college in San Francisco, Suzanne Jackson (b. 1944) encountered the 1960s counterculture, whose social, ecological, and artistic movements often find mystical expression in… Read More
2022-08-28 14:47
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Never mind the fact that Shiitake — as in the mushroom –is act… Read More
2022-08-27 15:00
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Many people want to become writers, but very few have the dedication and commitment to become successful. Aspiring writers don’t necessarily know that all top writers were… Read More
2022-08-26 13:00
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Coney Island Summer Fridays are a thing I take advantage of at least once per season. Aside from the food, the fair and the fireworks, there was an added perk on offer during m… Read More
2022-08-25 13:00
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Do you like pastry? I sure do, but my favorite pastry shop in my east village neighborhood closed years ago and now everything is a t… Read More
2022-08-24 13:00
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A headless cow? A bench to sit on? Actually, it’s both! German-born artist Julia Lohmann (b.1977) investigates the contradictions in our relationship to animals usi… Read More
2022-08-23 13:00
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What a crazy coincidence that, on the same day I read This Article, I found myself in what I am calling the Shark Attack Bathroom (!) which is located at the tail end… Read More
2022-08-22 13:00
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In the early 1980s, Sherrie Levine (b. 1947) began making copies of artworks by famous men and presenting them as her own. Exhibiting in downtown commercial galleries, Levine s… Read More
2022-08-20 16:00
Like most activities, there are ups and downs in the world of online poker. Anyone can play online poker, but a great player knows a structured game that’s more fundamentally sound an… Read More
2022-08-19 13:00
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A man standing near me on the sidewalk asked what I was taking a photo of. I pointed across 14th Street and replied “Pink Bus. Ad” Because, Pink Bus Ad.
For every… Read More
2022-08-18 13:00
Not to be confused with this Superjesus, this Super Jesus T-shirt is something that you can buy and wear on your body! Part Messiah part Super Hero, Super Jesus (design by Artstuff) f… Read More
2022-08-17 17:00
Photo by Nikita Nikitin on Pexels.comCar accidents are a rare phenomenon in the UK. In 2020, we saw a 17% decline in fatalities, year to year – but the trend was downward long bef… Read More
2022-08-17 13:00
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The expression “Storm in a Teacup” refers to a great fuss that is made over a trivial matter. In Vivienne Westwood’s interpretation, it referenced the &ldquo&hell…Read More
2022-08-16 13:00
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The most significant changes in life are often unplanned. During the pandemic lockdown, I was able to lose 10 to 12 pounds and h… Read More
2022-08-15 17:00
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Researchers write their academic papers, but some don’t understand how to use citations. Acknowledging sources is an important part of your writing. Some of the reasons fo… Read More
2022-08-15 13:00
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Since the early 2000s, Seth Price has been fascinated by vacuum forming, a process in which plastic is heated and sucked against a mold. The artist repurposes the technique, t… Read More
2022-08-14 16:00
Photo by ANTONI SHKRABA on Pexels.com A website is a crucial component of a successful business. Not only is it something people expect to see (and if they don’t, they may not con… Read More
2022-08-13 16:00
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As a child, I amassed quite a collection of costume jewelry pieces – mostly cast-offs from my mom’s and grandmother’… Read More
2022-08-12 17:00
Photo by Tree of Life Seeds on Pexels.comAs we evolve and innovate in the healthcare field, we start to uncover new ways of doing things, and new ways of healing our bodies. We find new medi… Read More
2022-08-12 13:00
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Does this look to you like a Pink Soda Can is wearing Pink Sunglasses? Because that’s what it looks like to me. This photo was absolutely not staged but part of real-lif… Read More
2022-08-11 17:00
EduBirdie is an academic platform where students can choose from hundreds of professional writers to assist them with their writing assignments. Services offered include ghostwriting… Read More
2022-08-11 13:00
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Do you like Donuts? I sure do. It’s always exciting to find a new donut shop that’s putting a twist on this classic pastry treat, and the latest to… Read More
2022-08-10 13:00
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Born in 1996 in Kaunas, Lithuania, Barbora Žilinskaitė is a designer living and working in Brussels, Belgium. Seeking to distance herself from boundaried definit… Read More
2022-08-09 13:00
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Remember The Before Times, when NYC’s semi-annual Restaurant Week lasted just one week? Back then, you had to act fast or miss your chance to dine-out at a fancy, ex… Read More
2022-08-08 17:00
Photo by Alesia Kozik on Pexels.comCBD and medical marijuana are two cannabis terms. With the popularity of CBD, some people feel it has come to replace marijuana, but CBD and medical mariju… Read More
2022-08-08 13:00
Cy Gavin’s recent paintings, such as Untitled (Snag) from 2022, conjure landscapes and the natural world. His imagery frequently starts from his observations of his immediate su… Read More
2022-08-07 17:00
Back to School season is finally here, and with summer almost over, it’s time to really clean the house; but if you have any idea about house cleaning and how expansive it can be, you… Read More
2022-08-05 13:00
Who Are you Looking At? (Photo By Gail)
Oh my, look at these cute little guys. Created by Eric Althin of Sad Salesman, the Nervous Pigs made their debut (in a limited edition series of 10) … Read More
2022-08-04 17:00
Photo by RODNAE Productions on Pexels.comOnline gaming has now become a significant aspect of popular culture. The fact that most of the people on the planet have access to a smart mobile de… Read More
2022-08-04 13:00
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There’s some new wildlife prowling around the Park Avenue Malls between 34th and 38th Streets, but it’s no reason for alarm. These creatures — which rang… Read More
2022-08-03 17:00
Photo by Pixabay on Pexels.comIn the business world of today, a picture says more than a million words. For a business to get its message across, it needs high-quality images for everything… Read More
2022-08-03 13:00
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While smoking Banana Peels isn’t really a thing, you can smoke this Banana Pipe that has appeal, if you choose. A perfect addition to your collection, or as a gift f… Read More
2022-08-02 17:00
Photo by MART PRODUCTION on Pexels.comThe prevalence of surgical procedures in the UK corresponds broadly with that of the western world, with around one-in-10 Brits undergoing a surgical pr… Read More
2022-08-02 13:00
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There is much to be said in favor of being ‘unassuming,’ and when speaking of a new favorite dining spot, all the better. Picture a restaurant whose non-descri… Read More
2022-08-01 17:00
Photo by RODNAE Productions on Pexels.comOnce those long, warm summer days finally arrive, the thought of having a BBQ is incredibly appealing. With grilled burgers, salads, and refreshing d… Read More
2022-08-01 13:00
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To make the figure in this sculpture, a sleeping bag was draped to suggest the contours of a human body and then cast in clay. The thousands of empty bullet casings that s… Read More
2022-07-31 16:00
Photo by Pixabay on Pexels.comPeople may not associate what they’re eating with the psychological state they find themselves in, but the two are very much interconnected. We know that… Read More
2022-07-30 16:00
Photo by Kindel Media on Pexels.comMenopause is a period of significant hormonal fluctuations that usually happens in women between the ages of 40 – 50. Several other physical symptoms… Read More
2022-07-29 17:00
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With so much competition in the iGaming industry, it’s extremely challenging to stand out. Nevertheless, there are many elements that will allow you to gain the upper ha… Read More
2022-07-29 13:00
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When a new closeout store opened in my neighborhood a few months back, I suspected it would provide an excellent source for finding this site’s weekly Pink Thing of the D… Read More
2022-07-28 17:00
In recent years, interest in cannabis and its consumption has grown exponentially. While smoking a joint is the most common way to consume cannabis, different devices such as vaporizers, da… Read More
2022-07-28 13:00
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A few exceptional products didn’t quite make it into my massive photo recap of the Summer Fancy Food Show 2022 — mostly because I wanted to save them for their… Read More
2022-07-27 17:00
Photo by Pixabay on Pexels.comMany of us admire and try to emulate celebrities — whether by copying their Red Carpet looks or buying their skincare brands — and celebrity homes a… Read More
2022-07-27 13:00
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If you think this voluptuous chair and round ottoman (tethered by a thin back chord) resemble a woman giving birth, you are on to something. The chair that made Gaetano Pe… Read More
2022-07-26 17:00
Photo by Jonathan Andrew on Pexels.comDo an online search for ‘habits of successful people,’ and you’ll get dozens of top articles featuring lists of anywhere from 3 to 20… Read More
2022-07-26 13:00
Toys By Zimotco (All Photos By Gail)
OMG. Of all the trade shows making their way back after a million billion years of Covid, no return to the land-of-the-living has thrilled me more t… Read More
2022-07-25 13:00
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“The woman asleep on the couch is dreaming she has been transported to the forest, listening to the sounds from the instrument of the enchanter,” Henri Rousseau&nbs&hell…Read More
2022-07-22 13:00
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I discovered Postobon Manzana (Apple) Soda quite recently, when I dined at a new Colombian Restaurant in the city. It tastes very delicious and, as you can see, it is quite Pin… Read More
2022-07-21 13:00
Are you tired of paying exorbitant fees for hotel rooms? Are you ready to follow your own itinerary and go off on a road trip? If so, investing in a travel trailer / caravan, or motorhome (… Read More
2022-07-20 17:00
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For fashion marketing professionals, identifying the optimal social media application to accomplish your fashion marketing objectives is essential for the success of a good fash… Read More
2022-07-20 13:00
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Throughout his decades-long career, Oscar De la Renta was renowned for his romantic eveningwear, which was characterized by sculptural shapes and saturated colors. Laura K… Read More
2022-07-19 13:00
The Men of Konopelski’s Meats and Their Very Cool Hats! (All Photos By Gail)
Over the past few years, I’ve enjoyed covering the slow return of various favorite trade shows, such… Read More
2022-07-18 13:00
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The title 32 (painted 1947) references the year Louise Bourgeois’s mother, Josephine, passed away after a long illness. As a teenager, Bourgeois often served as her… Read More
2022-07-15 17:00
Photo by Kevin Bidwell on Pexels.comWhen you’re hosting a party, there’s a lot to do. Even hosting a game night can be an ordeal with cleaning up, buying drinks and making sure t… Read More
2022-07-15 13:00
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Rudy’s is a famous Dive Bar in Hell’s Kitchen NYC that has a storied history going all the way back to 1933! Rudy’s 6-foot high Pink Pig mascot, known affect… Read More
2022-07-14 17:00
Photo by Anna Shvets on Pexels.comWhen you think about games and their benefits, valuable life lessons don’t automatically come to mind. Sure, you can learn patience and concentration… Read More
2022-07-14 13:00
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File Under: Weird Food I found at the Summer Fancy Food Show, which returned to Javits Center in mid-June after a two-year pandemic-induced hiatus. And thank god, right? B… Read More
2022-07-13 13:00
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If your home design theme includes bold pinks, you might feel compelled to add this fabulous Ruché Armchair by Ligne Roset to your living room right away. Ruc… Read More
2022-07-12 13:00
Frozen Red Sangria is What You Need (All Photos By Gail)
There’s no doubt about it: it’s a scorcher out there. On a hot summer night in NYC, you want three things: col… Read More
2022-07-12 13:00
Frozen Red Sangria is What You Need (All Photos By Gail)
There’s no doubt about it: it’s a scorcher out there. On a hot summer night in NYC, you want three things: col… Read More
2022-07-11 13:00
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In Nude in a Wood (1906), which was made near the town of Collioure in the French Mediterranean, Henri Matisse uses broad patches of vivid pigment to integrate a figure of… Read More
2022-07-10 20:03
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The time for staying silent is over. The time to resist fascism is now.
Pl… Read More
2022-07-10 14:00
Photo by Daniel Eliashevsky on Pexels.comDogs are considered man’s best friend for a reason. They offer companionship, loyalty, and unconditional love that is unrivaled by any other an… Read More
2022-07-09 16:00
Photo by Pixabay on Pexels.comTraveling can be incredibly exciting. It gives you an opportunity to meet interesting people and forget about day-to-day troubles. Unfortunately, it can quickly… Read More
2022-07-08 17:00
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Online slots are one of the favorite gambling games among people across the world. They’re extremely simple to play and don’t require the development of any gambling… Read More
2022-07-08 13:00
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A close-out store recently opened not far from where I live in the East Village, and it was on my very first visit that I spotted this week’s Pink Thing: Bubble For Kids… Read More
2022-07-07 17:00
Photo by Suzy Hazelwood on Pexels.comAnxiety is a common emotional disorder that causes feelings of worry and fear. In more severe cases, anxiety can lead to issues with physical health, whi… Read More
2022-07-07 13:00
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If you’ve seen the 1987 horror movie Hellraiser, you probably remember the Butterball Cenobite: one of the minor demon characters charged with dragging people to Hel… Read More
2022-07-06 17:00
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Are you thinking about making some changes to your living situation? A new place can give you a fresh lease on life and allow you to start a new chapter. But with average house… Read More
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