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Graziadaily
20 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Graziadaily
Kate Moss And Bobby Gillespie's Zara Collaboration Is Glastonbury Outfit Goals
For anyone spending their lunch break mood boarding looks for Glastonbury, Kate Moss's many festival triumphs will be playing like something of a greatest hits show reel. The waistcoats, the weeny shorts, the studded belts, the metallic micro dresses, no one gets dressed for a gig quite like the supermodel, which is why attention must be paid to the fact that you can now get the so-called look from Zara. Kate Moss and Bobby Gillespie ©Mert and Marcus For her second collaboration with the high street retailer, Moss has not only plundered the depths of her own festival wardrobe for inspiration, she's also enlisted the help of a Bobby Gillespie, Primal Scream's frontman, and his very stylish wife, Katy England. Together, they've cooked up a collection that features the model's signatures that fans will immediately recognise from pap shots at Worthy Farm. (Oh and her daughter, Lily Grace Moss Hack, also models her mum's new collection on the brand's website.) Kate Moss ©Mert and Marcus There are bead-embellished waistcoats, zippered leather hot pants, giant sunglasses, gladiator sandals and the kind of skinny metallic scarves that you haven't seen since approximately 2004, aka a fever dream straight out of the early '00s hall of fame - and Kate Moss 101. Kate Moss and Bobby Gillespie ©Mert and Marcus If some pieces look not just familiar but like re-editions, that's because they're modelled on vintage garments owned by Moss. 'Nothing matches the feeling of finding a one-off piece,' she says in the press release accompanying the collection, adding that seeing the men's collection coming together, which was designed in collaboration by Gillespie, took it from wafty dresses to something tougher. 'You could feel it coming over and we ended up going somewhere quite unexpected,' she says. Kate Moss ©Mert and Marcus 1. Yellow T-Shirt 3. Studded Belt 4. Bangles 5. Black Maxi Dress 6. Sunglasses 7. Beaded Waistcoat 8. Metallic Bodysuit 9. Cream Jacket 10. Black Sleeveless Maxi Dress 11. Floral Minidress 12. Leopard Print Skirt 13. Leather Hot Pants 14. Jeans 16. Cream Dress 17. Biker Boots 18. Gladiator Sandals 19. Studded Bag Natalie Hammond is senior fashion news editor at Grazia. She loves winter, hates summer and can often be found writing about the weather (and what on earth to wear).
Forbes
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Forbes
The Best Martini Spots In London, According To The Co-Founder Of SEVENTY ONE Gin
Martinis are the talk of the town, and SEVENTY ONE Gin is one of the brand's leading the resurgence. ... More While the martini will always be a classic, over the last few years, the drink has had a resurgence. While it may seem simple, crafting the perfect martini takes skill. Ultimately, it comes down to the ingredients, technique and presentation. 'A well-made martini elevates a good spirit and shows the true color of a bad one,' explains Tasso Ferreira, co-founder of SEVENTY ONE Gin. 'It is the essential beginning to every unforgettable night.' Suffice to say: martinis are the talk of the town, and SEVENTY ONE Gin is one of the brand's leading the charge. What started as an idea quickly blossomed into a celebrity-loved gin brand, making its way into the hottest bars and restaurants around the world. A fantastic night is precisely where SEVENTY ONE Gin was conceptualized. 'Mert was obsessed with bringing gin to the most extraordinary moments, the ones you remember forever,' he says. From there, the two embarked on a journey that explored new distillation techniques, exotic botanicals like the Queen of the Night (a flower that only blooms for just one night a year) and the use of casks in gin making. 'All of it crafted in pursuit of the perfect night," says Ferreira. "From the very beginning, we were relentless in our pursuit of perfection in the liquid, in the bottle and in the places we wanted to partner with. This vision became our passion, one that resonated with our partners, who believed that gin can be much more.' SEVENTY ONE Gin was conceptualized over a fantastic night. "A well-made martini elevates a good spirit and shows the true color of a bad one. It is the essential beginning to every unforgettable night.' With celebrity fans including Madonna, Joan Smalls and Irina Shayk, it's safe to say that you can find Ferreira and his team frequenting some of the buzziest spots in every city. To find out some of the chicest spots in London, we asked Ferreira to share some of his favorites. Ahead, Ferreira shares the perfect place to spend a Sunday and his favorite hidden treasure bakery, alongside some of the best martini spots in London. Ferreira shares some of the best spots to grab a martini in London. For a night filled with mystery and sensuality, Ferreira recommends a visit to At Sloane. Dubbing it a hidden gem to be discovered, he says it embodies the elegance of Jean-Louis Costes—pure beauty. 'The cocktails are rouge and the martini is golden,' says Ferreira. As the birthplace of SEVENTY One Gin, Chiltern Firehouse will always hold a special place in Ferreira's heart. 'This iconic venue played a significant role in giving a sense of belonging to SEVENTY ONE,' he says. 'The nights are fantastic at Chiltern! Niko Pertinos, Chiltern's bar director, is a genius and embroiderer of the overall experience with creations that define late night in London.' (At the time of publication, Chiltern Firehouse is currently closed due to a fire that occurred in February.) According to Ferreira, The Connaught is the temple. 'The Golden Martini, crafted by Ago Perrone, brings craftsmanship and devotion to a new height,' he says. 'Poetry in all senses is a must.' Ferreira raves that Harry's Bar is a family affair. 'Luciano Procu's impeccable hosting and the team's attention to detail (they know my name and precisely how I take my Martini) transforms every dinner into something personal,' he says. For a late night filled with friends and interesting conversation, Ferreira adores the upstairs at Mr Chow. He advises pairing a SEVENTY ONE Lychee Martini with their amazing dishes. With a seductive piano bar, The Corinthia pays homage to its heritage. 'The cocktails are a work that only a Maestro could orchestrate,' says Ferreira. 'Have several of them, try them all.' Housed in Mayfair, Hedonism Wines has a robust selection of vermouths, bitters and mixing glasses that make it easy to craft the perfect martini. According to Ferreira, it's Disneyland for martini lovers. 'The part that stands out to me the most is the extensive range of vermouths and bitters, making the martini more colorful and exciting, transforming a classic into something so unique.' Ferreira swears that Claridges on a Sunday is perfection. 'Their classic roast, served in the chicest way I have ever seen,' he says. 'It makes the quintessential British experience.' Beyond the restaurants, hotels and bars mentioned previously, Ferreira says that Marchesi 1824 is a hidden treasure. 'This iconic Italian pastry shop is pure indulgence to the palate and to the eyes, and it takes tea time to chic aperitivo," says Ferreira. ' We've had the pleasure of collaborating with them in the past, in an edition of their secular Panetone and an ice-cold SEVENTY ONE Golden Martini last Christmas.' .
Forbes
29-04-2025
- Forbes
U.S. Travel Boycott: 60% Of Canadians Staying Away Because Of Trump, Survey Says
Six in 10 Canadian adults say they are unlikely to travel to the U.S. this year—and more than a third have already canceled trip plans—due to the political tensions created by President Donald Trump, who has threatened to make Canada the '51st state.' Canadians rally against President Donald Trump's '51st state' rhetoric in Toronto. (Photo by Mert ... More Alper Dervis) 60% of Canadian adults say recent U.S. trade policies and political statements make them less likely to travel south of the border in the next 12 months, according to a Longwoods International study of Canadians released Tuesday (the poll was of 1,000 adults, conducted from April 11 to 15). More than one-third (36%) of those surveyed had planned to travel to the U.S. in the next year but have since canceled those numbers believe the U.S. is 'welcoming of visitors from their country' (42%) and that America 'values international visitors' (38%). 40% of respondents are instead choosing to travel domestically in Canada, while 27% are looking to other international destinations like Mexico and Europe. Canada was the No. 1 source of inbound tourism to the U.S. in 2024, with 20.4 million Canadian visitors spending 20.5 billion dollars at American hotels, restaurants, shops and other businesses. Tourism Economics, a division of Oxford Economics, predicts a 20.2% decline in visits from Canada in 2025. Canadians aren't the only cohort pulling back from travel to the U.S. Foreign inbound travel is trending downward overall, and it's costing the U.S. billions of dollars. The volume of international visitors fell roughly 14% in March 2025 compared to the same period last year, according to preliminary data from the U.S. Department of Commerce, Customs and Border Protection and outside organizations. The number of Canadians taking road trips into the U.S.—representing the majority of Canadians who visit—dropped by 32% in March year over year, according to data from Statistics Canada, which reported a 13.5% decline in U.S-bound air travelers from Canada that month. The U.S. also saw a 17% decline in visitors from Western Europe, a 10% drop from South America and a second consecutive month of declining visits from Asia, according to the U.S. Commerce Department. Every 1% drop in international visitor spending means $1.8 billion lost in export revenue annually, according to calculations from the U.S. Travel Association (USTA). 'If this 14% decline were to hold through 2025, the U.S. stands to lose at least $21 billion in travel-related exports,' according to a recent USTA news release. Whether the damage done by President Trump's tariffs, imperialistic rhetoric and viral headlines of foreigners with legal tourist visas and green cards being detained by U.S. immigration officials can be turned around. 'I think increasingly, whether there's validity to it or not, we have to acknowledge these headlines around the world—of people being detained, of their devices being searched, stories of deportation—it's causing a degree of fear,' Geoff Freeman, CEO of the U.S. Travel Association, told Forbes. 'In the absence of effective communication to explain what CBP is doing, what U.S. policy is, the fact that we want you to come, we've allowed this negative publicity to run rampant.' More than 80% of Canadians surveyed said they believe the U.S. has 'lots of things to see and do' and 57% indicated it's 'a place I'd really enjoy visiting,' according to the Longwoods survey. 'I disagree with the idea that the sky is falling,' Freeman told Forbes. 'I think we're in a challenging position right now. I think that we have a hole to dig out of, but we can dig out of it. We're the United States of America. We've got the [2026] World Cup coming up. We've got America250. We've got the [2028] Olympics coming up. We've got national parks like nobody else in the world, there are reasons to come here.' 140,000. That's how many American jobs were supported by Canadian visitors in 2024, according to the U.S. Travel Association. Canadian Car Travel To U.S. Plunges 32% In March As Boycott Escalates (Forbes) How Trump Is Torpedoing Foreign Tourism To The U.S.—Potentially For Years To Come, Say Analysts (Forbes)
Al Bawaba
14-04-2025
- Politics
- Al Bawaba
Turkish child with Down syndrome banned from entering children's playground in Ankara
ALBAWABA - Turkish media reported that a 7-year-old child with Down syndrome was forbidden from entering children's playground in Ankara causing a wide fuss in the Turkish community. Also Read Syrian father brutally abuses daughter, sends video to her mother A young child called Mert went with his teacher Sevcan to a playground inside a shopping mall in Ankaram, but his teacher was shocked after the kid was prohibited from entering the area due to being a special needs kid. A video erupted on social media showing teacher Sevcan arguing with employees inside the playground area in the shopping mall after they told her that the child with Down syndrome couldn't enter the playing area due to his condition. Turkey's Ministry of Family and Social Services released a statement regarding the viral video on social media confirming that serious measures have been taken against the business and that mental support was given to Mert and his family. They posted the statement on X: "It has been deemed appropriate to make the following statement regarding the news and posts titled 'A 7-year-old child with Down Syndrome was not allowed into the playground in the Etimesgut district of Ankara' published in some press and social media platforms today." Full statement by Turkey's Ministry of Family and Social Services. (X) "Following the images, our provincial directorate teams took immediate action and met with our child's family, and psychosocial support was provided." The statement also read: "As per the Ministry, a criminal complaint was filed against the business in question under the Turkish Penal Code's 'hate and discrimination' crime." "We would like to inform the public that all our children have equal rights that we will act with a zero tolerance principle against discrimination, and that we will follow the process meticulously."
