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Style Blueprint
an hour ago
- Entertainment
- Style Blueprint
Meet Memphis Artist Heather Howle
Share with your friends! Pinterest LinkedIn Email Flipboard Reddit Our newest FACE of Memphis got her first taste of creating art as a child. Though she grew up mainly in Memphis, Heather Howle's family spent a few years in Anchorage, AK, for her father's job as a FedEx pilot. Heather clearly remembers making papier mâché at an art camp there — and feeling drawn in by the texture and hands-on nature of the medium. That early fascination with materials carried into her later work in collage and mixed media. Please welcome our newest FACE of Memphis, Heather Howle. Pin How did your career path lead you to becoming a full-time artist? I got a degree in commercial aviation at the University of Memphis, and all my flight ratings at a flight school in Olive Branch. I then flew commercial and private, and was employed by Southern Airways Express and SkyWest for a few years. After being both a pilot and an artist for several years, I found my true passion was always art, and I eventually decided to pursue it full-time. It was a gradual decision; I hated being away from home and wanted a family. What has been your biggest challenge in pursuing art as a career? Financially, it's always a bit of a struggle. But the rewards are worth the risk! Pin What do you love most about being a visual artist? I love mixing colors; I find color theory so fascinating. There is always more room to grow and 'flex' your skills. Art reflects what you learn from life, and you never stop learning from life. Where do you draw your inspiration? International travel! The places I have found the most inspiring are Nepal, Cambodia, Thailand, Istanbul, Marrakech, and Mexico City. Pin If you had to describe your artistic 'brand,' what three words would you choose? Dark. Lavender. Butterflies. Tell us some of the amazing places we can find your art. Collected by Elizabeth Malmo in Laurelwood, online at Well & Wonder, or through my Instagram page @heatherhowleart. Pin Where can we find you when you aren't working? At a coffee shop with my son, Louie. What's your best piece of advice? Just scratch the surface. This metaphor speaks to the idea that artistic depth comes with time and sustained engagement. An artist who returns to the same theme repeatedly often uncovers new insights or emotional layers they hadn't accessed before. That's when the work begins to resonate on a more profound level — not only for the artist but for the audience, who can sense the complexity and authenticity beneath the surface. Aside from faith, friends, and family, what are three things you can't live without? My phone, my bed, and good art supplies. Pin ********** For more stories of inspiring Southern women, click HERE! About the Author Gaye Swan A freelance writer, mom of twins, avid traveler, and local foodie, Gaye loves meeting new people and bringing their stories to life.
Hans India
17 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Hans India
Indo-western fusion outfits that scream 'Hot Girl—but make it desi'
With crop tops, micro minis, and linen coords all over your feed, us Desi divas know how to add an extra sprinkle of masala. Welcome to the realm of Indo-Western fusion—the wardrobe remix we didn't know we needed and now can't live without. The place where tradition meets TikTok trends, where your nani's dupatta gets frisky with your bralette, where you can go from brunch to baraat in the same outfit without blinking. 'Whether you're dancing at a destination wedding, sipping cha at a coastal cafe or just trying to slay Instagram, these five Indo-Western outfits have ensured that you look effortlessly hot and extremely desi. Let's sink our heels into the hybrids hotter than a Delhi June afternoon.' says Jigar Patel, MD of G3+ Fashion When Nani's pallu kisses your Pinterest mood board The saree has been around since forever, but that doesn't mean we can't give it a 2025 upgrade. Toss the traditional blouse and pair your saree with a corset, structured crop top, or a bralette. Think chiffon or organza drape with mirror work, paired with a backless satin top - elegant, but a little spicy. Want to take it up a notch? Add a belt at the waist and swap heels for chunky sneakers - it's giving bridal, but on holiday vibes. Coor-dinated but Kaftanified Western coor-ds are cute, but Indo-western coor-ds? A cultural reset, try kaftan-style tops and chic palazzo pants or embroidered joggers. Block prints, gota borders, bandhni patterns - all the desi drama, but soft cotton or mulmul to keep you cool. Whether it's travel or after-party lounging, this coor-d lift most definitely will say 'I woke up like this - except I woke up in Jaipur.' Salwar Kameez just dropped a mixtape Say goodbye to stiff churidars, and boring kurtas and hello to these new-gen suit sets that are fluid, flirty, and totally flirt-worthy. Short angrakha's with sharara's or cigarette pants? Please and thank you! Throw on her organza dupattas with sequin work, oversized sunnies, and you are now an Insta baddie. Bonus - this whole look says Hot Girl with just the right amount of desi touches that would make your dadi proud. When your bottoms do the talking (and a little swaying too) Plazzos are having an OV moment (deservedly so!) - elegant high-waisted, wide-legged, and all the drama that a lovechild of boho and Bollywood provide you. Need an outfit? Let your lehariniplazzos do the talking. Plan your plazzos looks by pairing them with your embroidered or printed plazzos and tucked tank or ruffled off shoulder blouse. Grab a pair of oxidised jhumkas, a bold bindi, and your breezy confidence level on high—Desi Dream Girl unlocked! Why choose one vibe when you can opt for them all at the same time? A voluminous lehenga skirt with the crispness of a white shirt or knotted at the bottom with a cotton blouse, is the ultimate Indo-Western hack. It's structured, it's a statement, and it spills 'I RSVP'd Yes to Fashion'. Finish the look with Kolhapuris, chunky bangles, and a bold lip. You've just created the ultimate crossover episode of Gossip Girl and Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham. Indo-Western Fashion isn't just a style statement. It's a celebration. It is a way to fuse roots with runway, heritage with heatwaves. Say no to boring and go big. Be the girl who rocks her culture like couture after all, nothing says Hot Girl quite like sweat-proof glam with a side of sass and sanskaars. Which fusion look do you want to try first?
Cosmopolitan
21 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Cosmopolitan
5 Ways to Style the Capri Pants Trend in 2025
Like socks with sandals, white after Labor Day, or wearing brown and black together, capri pants are one of those fashion things that you either love or can't stand. If you're a fan, you'll be pumped to know that they're majorly back in style with many an influencer clamoring for a pair of petal pushers to post to the grid. The in-between, semi-awkward length has long been shunned in favor of "easier" styles like denim shorts and high-waisted jeans, but over the past few months, I've personally come around to the idea of a cheeky little calf reveal. Clearly, others are dying to show a little leg, too—Bella Hadid has been papped multiple times wearing capris with everything from flowy blouses to backless halter tops. And for those of you wondering, "how do you style capri pants in 2025?", I've taken it upon myself to prove to you that it's an ideal style for both air flow and summer styling, with plenty of inspo in tow. Feel free to take screenshots for later... Big Shirt Little Pants gang, this one's for you. Any oversized button-down shirt will do the trick, so thrift one from Goodwill, steal one from your dad, etc. Then layer it over a pair of tight capri pants and throw on an unexpected shoe, like a little slide or heel. It doesn't get easier than this! Who says a suit has to involve long pants? I certainly didn't. Lean into the cropped theme with a short blazer and some below-the-knee capris for a minimal slay with maximum impact. Take a page out of Bella Hadid's book (no, really, she was an early adopter of the trend and has worn numerous pairs) and take your capris to the clurb. Don a shiny lurex pair or even some sheer lace capris with your favorite heels and you'll be looking like a walking Pinterest board. If you're worried that your T-shirt and capri leggings combo is giving more YMCA energy than you were going for, a little Greased Lightning action (aka a leather jacket) will prevent that. Accessorizing with a heel and some sunglasses makes the outfit feel intentional! One of my favorite ways of putting together an outfit is to create a color sandwich. It's pretty self-explanatory—pick out a color scheme for your top and shoes, and then "sandwich" in your favorite bottoms for results that look something like this red and black look. Hannah is the Shopping Editor at Cosmopolitan, covering all things from chic home decor to trendy fashion finds, TikTok products that are actually worth your $$$, and the perfect gift to buy for your boyfriend's mom. She previously wrote for Seventeen and CR Fashion Book. Follow her on Instagram for hot takes on red carpet fashion and pictures of her office outfits that nobody asked for.
Yahoo
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez's Upcoming Wedding: What We Know So Far
Wedding bells are in the air for Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez. In May 2023, the Amazon founder popped the question to Sánchez while the pair were vacationing in Europe. 'When he opened the box, I think I blacked out a bit,' she told Vogue in November 2023 while recalling the proposal. As the couple geared up for wedding planning, Bezos weighed in on whether he would be involved in the process. 'Oh, God, no. Do I look that dumb?' he quipped to Vogue. 'We're still thinking about the wedding, what it's going to be. Is it going to be big? Is it going to be overseas?' Sánchez said at the time. 'We don't know yet. We've only been engaged five months!' Scroll down to see everything to know about Bezos and Sánchez's upcoming wedding: Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck's Intimate Las Vegas Wedding: Everything to Know About the Guests, Dresses and More Nearly two years after Bezos and Sánchez's engagement, Page Six reported in March 2025 that the pair sent out their wedding invitations. The outlet previously reported that the couple would be saying 'I do' in June 2025. Bezos and Sánchez are reportedly exchanging vows in Venice, Italy. In March 2025, Venice Mayor Luigi Brugnaro confirmed that the twosome would be getting hitched in the city. "The many speculations and fake news circulating about Jeff Bezos' wedding are completely unfounded,' the mayor wrote in a statement obtained by People, noting that the guests would not cause disruptions to the city. 'We are mutually working and supporting the organizers, to ensure that the event will be absolutely respectful of the fragility and uniqueness of the city.' In February 2025, Page Six reported that the couple would be getting married on Bezos' $500 million yacht, Koru. Justin Theroux and Nicole Brydon Bloom Share Details About Their 'Wonderful' Mexico Wedding For Sánchez, taking Bezos' name after marriage is a no-brainer. 'Uh, yes, 100 percent,' she told Vogue in November 2023. 'I am looking forward to being Mrs. Bezos.' Sánchez's older brother, Paul, gushed to TMZ in March 2025 that he is 'thrilled beyond belief' and did not have exact details about where the wedding would be located. However, Paul said that he suspected the celebration to be similar to Princess Diana's 1981 nuptials with King Charles III. "I think it's gonna be, like, a Princess Di thing," Paul told the outlet. "Just huge and fun, and just a blast." In November 2024, Sánchez gave insight into her wedding planning process. 'I have to say, I do have a Pinterest,' Sánchez joked during an appearance on Today. 'I'm just like every other bride.'
Business Standard
a day ago
- Business
- Business Standard
The Future of Luxury Is Personal: How 'About the Space' Designs for Form, Function and 'Feelings'
PRNewswire Pune (Maharashtra) [India], May 30: In a sea of interior design firms chasing trends and surface aesthetics and Pinterest inspirations, About the Space stands grounded in something far deeper: meaning. Founded by principal designers Aneri Shah and Richa Shetty, the firm is an all-in-one architecture and interior design studio that approaches every project as a narrative -- not just a layout. From structure to styling, About the Space is built on one core belief: spaces should reflect people, not Pinterest boards. This isn't design for attention. It's design for emotion. And that changes everything. "I walked into the home and immediately felt seen," recalls a client of About the Space, Mr. Kothari. "It wasn't just my style -- it was my story, my habits, my morning light. They understood what I didn't even know how to articulate." More Than Clients--About the Space's Creative Partners What sets About the Space apart isn't just its designs -- it's the way they're created. Aneri and Richa believe that great spaces are co-authored. Every project begins with a deep dive into the client's life: their routines, memories, aspirations, and quirks. The firm doesn't just send moodboards -- they schedule long conversations, make site visits personal, and treat every client like a creative partner. "We prefer having a lot of discussions over coffee so much so that we know all the good coffee places in and around Mumbai and Pune," jokingly Aneri said. No detail is too small, because no emotion is too trivial. Whether it's the curve of a hallway that mimics a childhood home or the placement of a window that invites a specific kind of morning, every decision is layered in intention. Crafted Exclusivity: Why About the Space Take Fewer Projects In a world obsessed with scale and speed, About the Space does something radical -- they slow down. The studio takes on only a limited number of projects at a time. Out of respect -- for the process, for the client, and for the craft. This exclusivity is also maintained with the client. It's the backbone of the studio's ability to give undivided attention to every project -- ensuring no space ever feels rushed, recycled, or remotely like the last. Beyond Flashy: Where Luxury Meets Real Life Today, many interior designers are caught in the race for visual drama -- creating homes that look great on Instagram but feel impossible to live in. At About the Space, aesthetics are only half the story. The other half is functionality. From sourcing materials that age beautifully to designing storage that works seamlessly behind luxe facades, the team makes sure that their spaces are as livable as they are luxurious. "We don't just design for a photoshoot," says co-founder of About the Space, Richa. "We design for people who will live, grow, and make memories here -- every single day." Designing With Soul, Building for Legacy From honoring India's cultural richness through locally sourced materials and artisan collaborations, to layering contemporary design with traditional meaning, About the Space crafts homes that last -- emotionally and structurally. Because for this studio, beauty isn't just about how it looks. It's about how it feels five years later. And that? That's a space worth remembering. About Us: About the Space is a multidisciplinary design studio led by architects Aneri Shah and Richa Shetty, focused on crafting experimental yet affordable architecture and interiors. Blending classical and contemporary sensibilities, the studio emphasizes thoughtful materiality, function, and innovation. With a collaborative and detail-driven approach, the team engages clients, artisans, and consultants alike to create meaningful, expressive spaces rooted in precision and poetic vision. For more information, visit Because clients' space should feel like them -- just more grounded, more beautiful, and more alive.
