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Hypebeast
5 days ago
- Lifestyle
- Hypebeast
How Costa and PADI Are Redefining Ocean Culture — And How You Can Join In
Costa is the coolest IYKYK eyewear brand on the water. The brand has built a dedicated following for its performance eyewear innovations, including its patented 580 polarization technology, as well as its organic connection the best athletes and conservationists in the outdoor industry, including names such asRachel Moore,Gádor MuntanerandKimi Werner. After years of overlapping friendship and collaboration, Costa and PADI have officially joined forces to share knowledge and create impactful solutions, starting with thePADI Aware Foundationand other initiatives such as Costa'sKick Plasticprogram. What'sPADI? In a literal sense, PADI is an acronym for Professional Association of Diving Instructors, with 6,600 dive centers and more than 137,000 active members across the world, who work tirelessly towards ocean research and conservation. In a metaphorical sense, they're the ocean's spiritual guardians. The fashion community has long taken influence from all things aquatic, from the classic submariner silhouette to vintage clothing that rocks the red and white dive flag. Ocean iconography continues to reign supreme. With so many people who find inspiration and a connection to marine culture, there are endless opportunities to introduce new communities to the ocean in fun and thoughtful ways. To celebrate the partnership, we've put together a list of sustainable practices that help you, and your super sick fishing fits, get a little closer to the water while making it a better place. Get Scuba Certified, It's Fun and EasyGetting scuba certified is easy with PADI. Start by visiting the PADI website, where you can find a local dive shop that will help you take on the PADI Open Water Diver course. Once you're certified, one of our favorite next steps is theDive Against Debriscourse. This is a great way to explore the ocean while contributing to research and conservation efforts that go into protecting the reef. Buy Stuff That Lasts, Know How It's MadeBuying the great stuff that lasts a lifetime is the name of the game. Costa puts a specific focus on making high-quality and reliable equipment built to last and survive the elements. One of our favorites is Costa'sUntangled Collection, where the brand and friends atBureoincentivize commercial anglers across eight countries to donate their used fishing nets to be repurposed into Costa frames. Since 2018, more than 3.6 metric tons of discarded fishing nets have been repurposed for Costa's Untangled Collection of eyewear. Say Hey To Your Local Dive Or Fishing ShopLocal fishing, diving and general outdoor spaces are often led by passionate adventurers who share a similar interest in conservation and community. It can be intimidating jumping into these sports head first, but these people are happy to help no matter how new you are in your journey. Not to mention, this is where you'll find your most coveted merch. Here are some of our favorites —Pan Aqua Diving,Brooklyn Fishing ClubandThe Almeda Club. Bring An Extra Bag, Pick One Or Two Things UpYou know the rules, leave it better than you found. When visiting the beach this summer, bring a reusable bag to take on your own mini beach cleanup, just in case you come across a few pieces of trash on your way out. Don't be scared to encourage your friends to do the same.
Cosmopolitan
03-06-2025
- Business
- Cosmopolitan
Paige DeSorbo Is Launching Her Own Sleepwear Brand
Instead of buying Loverboy and selling it (IYKYK), Paige DeSorbo is building a business empire of her own. Bravo's resident "bed bug"-slash-fashion girly is capitalizing on her sleepy on-screen persona with the launch of her own loungewear label—and everything about it is sooo on brand for the Summer House star. On Tuesday, Paige announced the news of her direct-to-consumer sleepwear line, dubbed Daphne, and spilled all the tea on her new venture. "Made my bed now I'm gonna lie in it," she joked on Instagram, alongside a sneak peek of the collection. And while it hasn't quite made its debut (next week! June 10! Mark your cal, besties!), the preview alone is evidence enough that the Giggly Squad host is really that girl. "As someone who's always believed that style should never be sacrificed for comfort, Daphne was born out of my desire to make high-quality, stylish loungewear accessible, empowering, and fun," Paige said in the press release. "Whether you're on a Zoom call, or spending a slow Sunday morning in bed—I want everyone to feel their most confident and chic." The burgeoning businesswoman tapped Proenza Schouler and Club Monaco alum Katie Serva as lead designer to bring her vision to life. The result? A collection of sleep cardigans, camis, matching sets, and even oversized sleep tees (inspired by her IRL bestie and podcast co-host, Hannah Berner), ranging in price from $58 to $230. Daphne's colors are muted, and the silhouettes feel classic but with a modern twist. The whole point is that you can wear each style from bed to the coffee shop and then back to bed. Paige teamed up with award-winning venture studio, Concept Brands, and its veteran fashion strategist Kyle DeFord for the project. And when I say veteran, I mean veteran. He's worked with Jenna Lyons' beauty brand LoveSeen, and Alex Mill. "From day one, Paige had an incredibly clear vision for Daphne," DeFord says. "She knew exactly the kind of pieces she wanted to bring to market. It's been inspiring to help bring her vision to life. With Daphne, we're creating loungewear that reflects Paige's modern, elevated approach—made for women who want to feel confident and chic whether they're staying in or stepping out." Paige's first collection will be available to shop on June 10. And while I don't have the offish drop timing, you can toss your deets into the Daphne site so you're notified ASAP. Bed rotting is about to look so much more chic. Megan Schaltegger is an NYC-based writer. She loves strong coffee, eating her way through the Manhattan food scene, and her dog, Murray. She promises not to talk about herself in third person IRL.
Indian Express
22-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
If you have complaints about Kesari 2's historical accuracies, you are a ‘philistine', according to Dharma Productions creative head
While Kesari Chapter 2: The Untold Story of Jallianwala Bagh continues a decent run at the box office and garners positive audience feedback, the film has also drawn criticism for its alleged historical inaccuracies. Kesari 2 was sold as an untold account of history, but was later revealed to be entirely fictional. Addressing the backlash, Somen Mishra, the creative head at Dharma Productions and the film's executive producer, took to X (formerly Twitter) to defend the film, calling the its critics 'philistines.' Mishra reshared an interview of Kesari 2 director Karan Singh Tyagi with Bollywood Hungama, highlighting the filmmaker's comments on blending fact with fiction. In the interview, Tyagi explained that the film is a synthesis of 'history and fiction,' citing screenwriting icon Aaron Sorkin to support his approach. 'One of my screenwriting heroes, Aaron Sorkin, once said that films based on real-life events aren't supposed to be photographs. They can be paintings. In a painting, there's more latitude to dramatize and express an idea,' Tyagi said in the intreview. 'That's what I aimed to do. I wanted Sankaran Nair's story to reach as wide an audience as possible. With the support of his family, my co-writers and I set out to portray a man's journey from a British loyalist to one of India's fiercest patriots — someone who used the power of the courts to challenge an empire.' Mishra accompanied the post with hashtags like 'Masterclass For Philistines,' and 'IYKYK.' a man's journey from a British loyalist to one of India's fiercest patriots — someone who used the power of the courts to challenge an empire – @karanstyagi #KesariChapter2 #MasterclassForPhilistines #IYKYK — somen mishra (@somenmishra0) April 20, 2025 The film has found fair amount of commercial traction and is being hailed by many as a comeback for Akshay Kumar, whose recent releases have mostly underperformed. Akshay is also receiving praise for his performance in the film, which has made around Rs 50 crore worldwide. That being said, it isn't performing to the level of the first Kesari, which made over Rs 200 crore worldwide during its box office run. The two films aren't connected, with Kesari 2 being a spiritual follow-up featuring different characters and being set against a different period in history. This isn't the first time that Mishra has shown his outspoken nature on social media. In an earlier interview, he said that sales of sex toys increased after the release of the Karan Johar -direct segment of Lust Stories. He also accused Vidhu Vinod Chopra of being 'chindi' with credits on 12th Fail. He wrote, 'Be like Rohit Shetty. Be like my boss KJ. Always acknowledge your writers. Stop hogging all credits. Some directors have a terrible habit of forgetting their writers. Don't be a d**k. A film which released on ott recently and is getting lot of love, nobody knows who has written it or the book on which it is based. Because the director remembers only him doing everything in all his interviews.'
Forbes
17-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Forbes
This Oregon White Wine Has A Cult Following—And It's About To Go Big
Big Salt, a white wine from Oregon. The first time I had Big Salt, I was sitting in The Kingstide on Daniel Island, SC. It was sunny, slightly breezy and the view out at the water made me crave seafood. However, not knowing the type of wine I wanted, I relied on the server. 'Something that will be good with oysters,' I requested. Handed a glass of Big Salt, I was confused upon experiencing the aromatics. Floral and fruity, I wasn't sure the server had taken my request seriously. But upon first sip, it opened up into an unexpected explosion of salinity and zest. I was sold. Deeply in the world of wine, I was unsure on how I had not run across this brand before. Curiosity piqued, I dug into research. The more I started asking about it, the more I learned of its underground fan base. Big Salt was like a speakeasy of sorts; an 'IYKYK' but for wine. And if you knew, you were in. 'The first time I had Big Salt, I was at a wine tasting for our restaurants. And it was kind of one of those moments. You know when you're in conversation with someone and you're listening, but then they say something that kind of keeps your attention and you go, 'Wait, wait, what? What did you just say?' It was like that,' says Vonda Freeman, director of beverage programs for Charleston, SC-based The Indigo Road Hospitality Group. She adds, 'I smelled it, I thought it was pretty, and I tasted it, and then I stopped. I said, 'Wait, do that again. Let me rewind and live that moment again.' Because it was so beautiful up front and expressive.' Big Salt was launched in 2016 by John House and his wife Ksenija Kostic House, as an extension of their Ovum brand. Ovum, started in 2011, was dedicated to really showcasing the terroir and diversity of Oregon outside of the Willamette Valley. But when John House got wind of the co-ferments happening in Spain, his wheels started turning. John House and Ksenija Kostic House with the Big Salt lineup. 'At the time, all of my favorite wines I was drinking when I was in Spain happened to be these co-fermentations, but they were from vineyards that were planted in the early 1900s,' he says. 'I thought that I would love to do this at Ovum, but I don't have 115-, 120-year-old vineyards.' But when Raul Perez visited Houses' vineyards, he sparked another type of idea. 'I was talking with him, and it was kind of like, 'Well, maybe we could ferment a couple different vineyards together.' That idea was lingering in my head, which eventually led to what pushed me over the edge,' he says. Partners in a dive bar at the time, House wanted to have a wine to serve patrons, but wasn't happy with the wine available in that realm. So, he used this to start experimenting with co-ferments until he realized he was, perhaps, onto something bigger than even he had imagined. 'Ksenija tasted it and noted that this is so incredibly aromatic, way more complex than if we had blended it ourselves; meaning like we felt like the co-fermentation really unlocked another level of aromatic,' says House. He explains it in a simplistic way: This wine is like recording a song live in studio versus blending each piece after the fact—Big Salt is the perfect mixtape, if you will. 'The wine is what it is. It's high quality because it comes from these premium, farmed vineyards, but this is a $20 co-fermented white wine from Oregon,' he says. The brand has since expanded, welcoming PNK Salt (which can be found in select Whole Foods) and Big Salt Orange Rosé. But, even as the brand gains in popularity, it's a wine that still tends to garner a sly smile from industry insiders when mentioned. 'I saw a quote on their website, and it said something like when you're drinking one of Ovum's wines, they want it to be like you're listening to AM radio in stereo. It's back to the roots, but it just catches your attention. That's exactly who they are,' says Freeman.
