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Douglas Stuart, author of “Shuggie Bain.” Photography by Daniel Dorsa — Second Acts
Weaving Wool, Weaving Words

Douglas Stuart, author of “Shuggie Bain,” on leaving fashion for literature.

words by sophie mancini, photography by daniel dorsa

Unpacking mushrooms, the most miraculous microorganisms in the world. — The Magical Mushroom

Unpacking the most miraculous microorganisms in the world.

words by ivy elrod, illustration by Gigi Rose Gray

Julia Sherman’s colorful, creative guide to cooking for the masses. — Arty Parties

Julia Sherman’s colorful, creative guide to cooking for the masses.

words by nina renata aron, photography by julia sherman

Photographer Allen Frame reflects on a life spent seeking the advice of psychics. — From the Other Side

Photographer Allen Frame reflects on a life spent seeking the advice of psychics.

words by allen frame, illustration by vicki ling

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Undefinables

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Yiddish
The Library

Tomorrow Never Knows

Sloane Crosley looks into the future.

words by sloane crosley, illustration by marina esmeraldo
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The Butcher Who Wants You to Eat Less Meat

This women-run butcher shop and restaurant on Washington’s Vashon Island offers a menu that is beautifully planned and ethically sourced.

words by nina renata aron, photography by aya brackett
Hooked

Behind the Mask

The Omnilux Contour FACE delivers both rest and results.

words by skye parrott, illustration by ahonen & lamberg
Hooked

Hear and Now

Bang & Olufsen’s Beoplay A9 is the speaker of your dreams.

words by t. cole rachel, illustration by Ahonen & Lamberg
Habits of Tranquility

The Power of Intention Setting

Pivoting to an abundance mindset in this new year.

words by jenn tardif, photography by jessa carter
Wish List

The ’70s Aesthetic Has Returned, and I’m Leaning Into the Groove

From colored lenses to swirly sets, shearling to bling — four pieces fit for a disco queen.

words by sophie mancini, illustration by ahonen & lamberg

Abstract collage of elderly couple walking through a gate"

Growing Something New

How one woman is using seaweed to transform the American palate — and Maine’s oldest industry.

words by laura smith, photography by Bryan Derballa

Travel

Returns

A Traditional Home

Photographer Aya Brackett reconsiders her unconventional childhood home.

Words by Nina Renata Aron, Photography by Aya Brackett

Movement

Making the Move

Urbanites consider the freedom and fallout involved when making the leap from city to country.

Essay by Alexa Wilding, Film by Alexandra Brodsky and Mary Stuart Masterson

Giving

Preserving Patagonia

For three decades, Kristine Tompkins has helped turn millions of acres of Patagonia into protected national parks. Now she’s making sure the work outlasts her.

words by Grayson Haver Currin, photography by Jeff Johnson, Vincent Perini

Returns

Paradise Lost and Found

Returning home to Tripoli after 40 years in exile.

Words by Mario Calvo-Platero

Returns

Vietnam, a Second Act

Actor and director Dustin Nguyen rediscovers his homeland.

Film by Dustin Nguyen and Stebs Schinnerer

Impressions

Left Speechless by Utah’s Amangiri

Designer Alfredo Paredes on canyons, Amangiri, and finding silence in a villa built by Rudolf Nureyev.

Words by Alfredo Paredes, Illustration by Joanna Neborsky

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Villa Carlotta

One of Italy’s most charming boutique hotels offers style and hospitality in equal measure.

words by Hannah Seligson, photography by Depasquale+Maffini

Impressions

Traveling Down the Amazon River

Writer Alex Frank on visions in Ecuador, awe in Russia, and nirvana in Hawaii.

Words by Alex Frank, Illustration by Hisham Akira Bharoocha

Giving

This Land Is Your Land

In Tulsa, Oklahoma, the Woody Guthrie Center shines a light on one of America’s most influential artists.

words by joshua sanchez, photography by shawn brackbill

Giving

The Great Spa Towns of Europe

Take a dip into UNESCO’s recently designated therapeutic springs.

words by adam h. graham, photography by kata geibl

Space

Lost in Space

Photographer Mark Hartman goes off the grid to get a better view of the American landscape.

Words and photography by Mark Hartman

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Casona Sforza

A hotel with a story as beautiful as its design.

words by sophie mancini, photography by ana hop

Notes From

At the Edge of the Masai Mara

A writer confronts his own mortality while retracing the footsteps of an iconic artist across Kenya.

words and photography by chris wallace

Impressions

A Pilgrimage to the Tiger’s Nest Monastery in Bhutan

Singer Shirley Manson on rewarding journeys, interesting traditions, and wondrous places.

Words by Shirley Manson, Illustration by Victoria Rosselli

Featured Stories

Giving

Mosquito Supper Club

How one New Orleans restaurant uses food to tell the stories of people’s lives.

words by chelsea brasted, photography by todd cole

A Moment

Dry January

Delicious nonalcoholic spirits are here, and Ruby Warrington, founder of the Sober Curious movement, is celebrating.

words by Ruby Warrington, photography by Yudi Ela

Giving

Changing Light

A writer reflects on the precious gift of time spent at artists’ residencies.

words by Yalitza Ferreras, illustration by joanne ho

A Moment

Leader of the Pack

Young London designer Priya Ahluwalia is the change fashion needs to see.

words by helen jennings, photography laurence ellis

Hooked

The Undeniable Allure of Uncut Opals

A pandemic-fueled search for mystical gems led to Variance Objects.

words by cedar pasori, illustration by ahonen & lamberg

Kin

The Family Acid

A California family’s personal photographic archive provides a kaleidoscopic view of the past.

words by Shaw Bowman, photography by The Family acid and libby gray

Giving

Won’t You Be My Neighbor?

Writer Carvell Wallace on the radical goodness of Mister Rogers.

words by carvell wallace, illustration by nigel van wieck

Tools of Craft

Joanna Vargas

A skincare expert talks beauty essentials.

Words by Arabelle Sicardi, Photography by Gentl and Hyers

Why This?

Vinyl

The power of music we can actually touch.

WORDS BY IVY ELROD, ILLUSTRATION BY GIGI ROSE GRAY

Impressions

Tokyo to Sapporo by Train

Musician Blu DeTiger on street food, hard-to-get-to places, and travel purchases.

Words by Blu DeTiger, Illustration by Victoria Rosselli

Impressions

The Most Dramatic Sunsets in the World

Founder of The Folklore, Amira Rasool, describes a Cape Town sundowner.

words by amira rasool, illustration by mike Giorgia Ascolani