Pandemic

I love that this time has driven so much change, and a lot for the good! I think outdoor dining should absolutely stay and hope it continues long after the pandemic – amongst other shifts in NYC lifestyle. It’s actually very cool to see cultural changes happening in real time. I feel like when we look back on the pandemic and tell our kids about it one day, they’ll be like, “there weren’t always sidewalk tables” or things like that.

I think we all needed this gift guide in the beginning of the year. Hopefully you find something in here to treat yourself or others with this holiday season.

Fashion

I love when brands do unexpected mash ups! 

Ever wonder what engagement ring shopping at Cartier is like?

Food/Drink

Need some holiday baking help/inspiration (perfect for today, which is National Cookie Day)? Melissa Clark demonstrates how to put together the perfect cookie box.

Entertainment

This article by The Cut was great because I am currently so obsessed with the new season of The Crown and love the history behind the British monarchy.

My PSA of the week is – if you’re not already watching The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City, you really should! As a longtime Real Housewives fan, I swear the new city and cast are completely bonkers – to put it lightly and in The Cut’s terms. Check out just a wee bit of the drama and crazy storylines in this piece!

Culture

From gatherings on a double-decker bus to outdoor scavenger hunts, here’s how some employers are hosting their office holiday parties this year.

For the first time in its 119-year history, media giant Meredith Corp. has tapped a female executive to lead the nation’s largest magazine division, with titles that include People, Better Homes & Gardens and Martha Stewart Living. Surprising but good news!

On Elliot Page and the significance of self-honesty

Luke Gilford photography: queer rodeo

Politics

The fact that I completely forgot we almost kicked off World War III two days in 2020 says a lot about this year *sweating emoji*

Industry

Read this brand BVI that UK-based agency Quiet Room created for Santa Claus – thought it was so clever and would be appreciated by all of us industry folk. 😊 My personal favorites are Santa’s pantone reference chart and the Santa-approved vocabulary (“Santa IS round and jolly… Santa IS NOT morbidly obese”). Check it out for a good laugh!

This article explores the trend of magazine editors leaving their editorial jobs to become full-time influencers. Editors often get paid well below their worth for brand deals while still working at a magazine, and that’s why so many of them have left

This article provides an interesting insight to the market trends we can expect to see in 2021. The statistics mentioned are helpful to keep in mind while conducting influencer research for future campaigns.

We are going to see a bunch of hybrid events these next 9-12 month… let's get comfortable with it