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Watch the lyric video for Nina Kraviz's new single "This Time"

Music “This Time” is the second single of Nina Kraviz’s upcoming album. For “This Time” the renowned producer, singer and DJ takes inspiration from Cindy Lauper, Laura Branigan and early Madonna records yet the song has kept that signature Nina Kraviz feel. “I put my main focus on the arrangement and on the vocals to create a warm yet sultry atmosphere that my favourite pop music is known for.” - Nina Kraviz Whilst “This Time” and “Skyscrapers” see Nina further explore her abilities as a singer, song writer and producer in a pop-leaning music field, they are also a natural evolution and continuation of Nina’s debut album. The lyric video for "This Time" was shot by Yonathan Baraki in Miami during Nina's most recent US tour using a super 8 film camera. Watch the video here.

2022 International Woolmark Prize theme ‘Play’ invites finalists to celebrate design and innovation

Design Seven of the world’s most promising emerging design talents have been selected for the 2022 International Woolmark Prize - the world’s original and most prestigious fashion awards and talent development program. The 2022 Internatonal Woolmark Prize finalists are: Ahluwalia, United Kingdom EGONLAB, France Jordan Dalah, Australia MMUSOMAXWELL, South Africa Peter Do, USA Rui, China Saul Nash, United Kingdom In July 2021, hundreds of applications were reviewed by an esteemed panel of industry members and The Woolmark Company to select the seven finalists. “We’re thrilled to introduce the next generation of creative game-changers to take part in the 2022 International Woolmark Prize,” said Australian Wool Innovation (parent company of The Woolmark Company) CEO, John Roberts. “As the award continues to evolve, our aim is to support designers to think beyond today, highlighting the innovation, versatility and sustainability of Merino wool and showcase its basis for new technologies to meet the discerning needs of tomorrow’s customer.” This year’s program theme, Play, will be a true celebration of forward-thinking design and innovation. Finalists are invited to play and experiment with textiles, design and business practices to drive change and innovation for a brighter future. Each finalist will receive a AU$60,000 grant for the development of a Merino collection and will be supported by the program’s education and mentoring initiative, the Innovation Academy, which includes mentoring from industry leaders, such as: Gabriella Karefa-Johnson, Stylist & Editor, Holli Rogers, Chief Brand Officer, Farfetch, Sinéad Burke, Educator and Advocate, Sara Sozzani Maino, Head of Vogue Talents, Deputy Director Vogue Italia & Int Brand, Shaway Yeh, Founder YehYehYeh and Group Style Editorial Director Modern Media Group and Tim Blanks, Editor-at-Large, Business of Fashion. The Awards: The seven finalists will present a Merino wool collection for Autumn/Winter 2022 highlighting transparency throughout their supply chain and, alongside partner Common Objective, will build a sustainability roadmap. The winners will be selected by a prestigious panel of industry experts, to be announced, in April 2022. One finalist will be awarded the International Woolmark Prize and receive AU$200,000 to invest in the development of their business. The Karl Lagerfeld Award for Innovation will be awarded to another finalist, with the winner receiving AU$100,000. The Woolmark Supply Chain Award will also be presented, celebrating outstanding contribution from a trade partner driving wool supply chain innovation. All finalists will have the opportunity to be stocked at some of the world’s leading stores, via the International Woolmark Prize Retailer Network. This year’s International Woolmark Prize finalists join an impressive alumni network including Karl Lagerfeld, Yves Saint Laurent, Emily Bode Aujla, Richard Malone, Angel Chen, Gabriela Hearst, Rahul Mishra and most recently, Macy Bovan. The Innovation Academy: The Woolmark Company is pleased to announce this year's Innovation Academy partners: Tilting the Lens, Common Objective, Queen of Raw, Aquapak and Close to Clothes. The program boasts a global network of over 47 progressive international supply chain partners including BYBORRE, D-House, Knitwear Lab and studioe®. The Innovation Academy supports finalists with early-stage investment, product research and development, mentoring, networking and commerce, providing unparalleled insights and support to grow a sustainable business. #woolmarkprize

In conversation with WIWEK

Music We had a pleasure interviewing an incredibly talented artist WIWEK. Born in Utrecht, Indian parents, son of a musician. What was it like, growing up in The Netherlands and when did your musical journey start? Most importantly, who or what inspired you to make music? I loved growing up here, I grew up with 2 brothers and 2 sisters so it’s been a wild ride haha. My musical journey started around the age of 11. My father bought a playstation game for my brothers for Christmas called ‘music 2000’. I ended up playing it the most at a certain point. My inspiration came from hearing electronic music for the first time on the radio. Trance became really big early 2000 and I remember hearing a DJ set from Tiesto and it was as u can say a very magical revelation to me. From that day I knew what I was going to be when I grew up. You are known as the godfather of jungle terror. Can you explain what it is and its origins? It started as a way to explain to my friends what I was making, because there was no other way how I could explain it, I felt. I then inserted it as a genre on soundcloud for the music I uploaded. I think when I released the Jungle Terror EP’s it really catched on and it became a definition. How do you approach music production? What type of musical gear do you use? For me the bass is very important. When the bass is right where I want it everything else kind of flows with it. I mostly use software and samples. My favorites at the moment are the ones where they sample a certain percussion in all the hits possible and you can create your own percussion pattern like it’s played live. Where do you usually get your music samples? Basically on all the major sample website platforms like Splice and Loopmasters. Occasionally I record own stuff as well. You have collaborated with artists like Skrillex, Yellow Claw and Marshmello. How would you describe working with them? I would say one thing they all had in common is that they worked very fast and instinctively. When something is cool it is cool and you do not change it 200x times. Something I can learn from them because I tend to do that on solo productions. Your latest EP Time Machine Drums embodies many different percussive and melodic elements, what was the creative process like? It all started with rhythms I heard in my head. From those rhythms I created an environment that seemed fitting for this. I spend a lot of time trying to find the right percussive sounds for what I wanted to express. Your most recent debut album Cycles was released on March 8 2019in your label Maha Vana . What does it mean and why did you decide to name it like that? Are there any new releases coming out via Maha Vana? For me life on micro and macro level is a constant cycle. There is always construction after deconstruction, there is always life after death, I even believe that the whole universe constantly implodes and explodes which results in an infinite cycle of everything. This also implies on my creativity, sometimes I like to make melodic music, sometimes very dark and clubby. My creativity is a constant cycle and this album represents that. I have some stuff lined up for Maha Vana. The Cycles remix EP is coming up and I am working on a new project that involves dancefloor minded songs, something different then the Cycles album. The Free and Rebellious EP was used as the soundtrack and score to the short film Still in the Cage, filmed in Bangkok, Thailand, written and directed by Canadian filmmaker Jodeb and produced by yourself and Skrillex. How would you describe the overall experience of writing songs and producing a film? What was the most challenging and fun part about it? Did you make the music first or the other way around? This was huge for me, I remember when I signed with OWSLA they mentioned to me they wanted a huge visual thing around my music. I did not realize it would become a really cool short film. I made the music first and after they wrote the script and visual concept. For me the most challenging part was the music. The filmmaking process was mostly Jodeb his area of work, together with his team. OWSLA did a huge screening at the ACE hotel LA. That was such an amazing experience to hear the music and see the movie in a theatre. Any new updates or upcoming projects? So the Cycles remix EP is coming up. I have played a few of them already in my latest mix for Axtone house. Next to that I am working on alot of dancefloor oriented tracks so I can have a nice fresh start when the world opens up again and I can start touring. What does freedom mean to you? Freedom to me means to be free from identity. To have no attachment to self and therefore have no attachment to anything or anyone. To simply experience this life and enjoy its ups and downs. To take the time to observe its pleasures and pains. To be peaceful. What is your personal style and how do you express yourself through fashion? What role does sustainability play in your choice of fashion? My personal style is always depending on my mood but mostly it is comfort minded with a certain accessory. Because I like my mood to be comfortable in whatever situation and the accessory stance for the playfulness of how I try to experience life. Sustainability has not played a big part of my choice yet but my sister just started a vintage Indian clothing company in which she revamps existing items with subtle changes. I’ll be getting more into it now. What gets you up in the morning? What is your morning routine? Right now what gets me up in the morning is a new day of creating in the studio. My standard morning routine consists of doing a cold shower, meditation and drinking a fresh smoothie. That gets me very pumped up for a nice studio day. Since I don’t travel for shows now and I am not constantly tortured by jetlag’s this has been very ideal for me for studio life, especially when I add a nice workout and breathing exercises to it. What is your greatest source of inspiration in life? In work? Life and work are not really separate concepts for me. Maybe because I do not see my work as an obligation. My greatest inspiration is peace. When I have peace of mind I become a beacon of creation. So my whole life is designed to be in this state. Not saying I am trying to avoid the pains and downs of life, but understanding that this is part of the whole.

Back in Trend the New Balance 550

Accessories The 550 is thir first true lifestyle expression of New Balance Hoops. Back in trend! Taking inspiration from the 1989 original release, the return of the 550 is a celebration of basketball culture and roots. Originally worn by pro ballers in the ’80s and ’90s, the new 550 was purposefully designed to be simple, clean, and true to its legacy. Originally released in 1989 under a “P550” model name, the low-top silhouette features a simple, but in-vogue construction: premium smooth and perforated leather uppers coupled with breathable mesh interior lining and a rubber sole unit. As a nod to the design's vintage status, Santis' collaboration featured off-white leather and slightly-yellowed midsoles for an aged look. The retro rollout began through a collaboration with Teddy Santis’ Aime Leon Dore and has since seen a steady stream of general release colorways, each of which has all quickly sold out. New Balance sneakers are returning to the limelight for their trendy "dad shoe" aesthetic and famously chunky silhouettes. From the iconic, normcore 990s to the daring and contemporary 327s, the shoes have garnered millions of fans over the years—including a lot of celebrities wearing the 550’s. Below are seven of the most popular people wearing the New Balance 550 kicks.

RÉMY MARTIN PRESENTS THE CENTAUR ODYSSEY COLLECTION

Lifestyle RÉMY MARTIN MARKS THE END OF THE YEAR WITH NEW EXCLUSIVE LIMITED-EDITION CASES CELEBRATING THE ODYSSEY OF THE CENTAUR. A SPECTACULAR GIFT THAT GRANTS ACCESS TO A UNIQUE EXPERIENCE: To make this festive season memorable, Rémy Martin has drawn on its mythic foundations to create a stunning limited-edition case that grants access to a world of exclusive content. Each one is an invitation to follow the voyage of the Centaur, the emblematic symbol of the House, and explore the fruit of the terroir from ground to glass. An exceptional way to gift discerning and curious connoisseurs and prolong the magic of the moment. BEHIND EVERY GIFT IS A GREAT STORY: The story of Rémy Martin began almost 300 hundred years ago. Year after year, the precious grapes of Grande and Petite Champagne, among the two most sought-after vineyards in Cognac, give birth to the cognac eaux-de-vie. Distilled on the lees in small stills and slowly aged in the cellars, they gradually develop the richness and elegance for which the House is famous. Every step, every element, every second counts in this odyssey where terroir and time meet passion and craftsmanship – and today, they are all brought to life by the Centaur in a sumptuous new collection of Rémy Martin cases. EVERY GREAT STORY STARTS WITH A LEGEND: The ultimate symbol of strength, courage, creativity and wisdom, the Centaur has embodied the values of the House of Rémy Martin since its creation. Today, through these beautifully illustrated treasure troves, the mythic icon of the House invites like-minded explorers to dive into the magic of his odyssey, to follow him through his territory, from the sun-blessed vineyards of Grande and Petite Champagne to the darkness of the cellars on the estate, from the opulent flavours blending in oak barrels to one-of-a-kind tasting experiences. THE COFFRET LEADS TO A MOUTH-WATERING DESTINATION DESIGNED TO SUIT THE BOTTLE: The coffret brings the Centaur’s spectacular voyage to light in dazzling detail, and comes with a golden key in the form of a QR code that opens the door to fascinating content, including tasting tips, food pairings and a dedicated cocktail tutorial designed to match the product. To multiply the pleasure of giving, the QR code gives exclusive access to a shareable digital experience – the Centaur Odyssey Animated Celebration, themed to suit the cognac universe of choice and personalized with a festive animated message to plunge friends and loved ones into the Odyssey of the Centaur. VERSATILE / ELEGANT / ICONIC: Few pleasures surpass the gift of an iconic fully decorated Rémy Martin VSOP: a perfect harmony of powerful and elegant aromas that lends itself to the art of cocktails, showcased in a spectacular Odyssey Coffret and featuring the limited-edition Odyssey label. Embodying the signature style and generosity of the house, each coffret comes with a QR code that grants access to a fully immersive experience where curious explorers will discover a world of tasting notes, the ultimate recipe for a Rémy Ginger cocktail and how to create the perfect food pairing: vanilla macaroon and gravlax salmon. RÉMY MARTIN VSOP LIMITED EDITION WITH 2 VSOP COGNAC GLASSES: Few pleasures surpass the gift of an iconic fully decorated Rémy Martin VSOP: a perfect harmony of powerful and elegant aromas that lends itself to the art of cocktails, showcased in a spectacular Odyssey gift box with two exclusive Rémy Martin VSOP cognac glasses. Embodying the signature style and generosity of the house, each box comes with a QR code that grants access to a fully immersive experience where curious explorers will discover a world of tasting notes, the ultimate recipe for a Rémy Ginger cocktail and how to create the perfect food pairing: vanilla macaroon and gravlax salmon. Few pleasures surpass the gift of an iconic Rémy Martin VSOP: a perfect harmony of powerful and elegant aromas that lends itself to the art of cocktails, showcased in a spectacular Odyssey gift box along with a miniature (5cl) bottle of 1738 Accord Royal. Embodying the signature style and generosity of the house, each box comes with a QR code that grants access to a fully immersive experience where curious explorers will discover a world of tasting notes, the ultimate recipe for a Rémy Ginger cocktail and how to create the perfect food pairing: vanilla macaroon and gravlax salmon. All three packs have a retail price of €45,-

Introducing Cowboy

Design Cowboy is a Belgian startup that develops innovative electric bikes for urban riders. Cowboy's main goal is to improve urban mobility and get riders to their destinations in a more pleasant, sustainable and efficient way. The company was founded in 2017 by entrepreneurs Adrien Roose, Karim Slaoui and Tanguy Goretti. Freedom is an important aspect for Cowboy. Because of the Cowboy you can go wherever you want in a comfortable and effortless way. Cowboy brings together personal freedom and technology to create a new way of mindful movement. Live the supercharged life and things will jsut click into place. With a full battery charge and an app connected to your bike and the road you have nothing to loose. Just ride. Some of the amazing special fatures that we love besides the stunning design are theft and crash detection as well as intergrated lights. From today until 10th of December you can get the bike for only 1.490 eur instead of 1.990 eur. What a bargain don't you agree? The quickest ride in town scores high marks for its sporty, agile frame as well as being extremely stylish. A perfect ride for an urban environment. What makes it especially unique is that the baterry can be taken out. Shift your ride, not gears. Find the fastest way to move in the city as the bike adapts intuitively to power the speed you need. You can also book a test ride to try it out on their website. Currently you can purchase Cowboy 3 and Cowboy 4 as well as Cowboy 4 ST in afew iconic colors. To read more about their offers please take a look at their website for more detailed information. About Cowboy 3: The Cowboy 3 is a sleek e-bike that rides smoothly and can be easily controlled with your smartphone. With a full battery you can cycle up to 70 km, with 25 km/h. The e-bike is equipped with several hardware features. With attention to detail, including the removable battery built directly into the frame, Cowboy stands out in design and performance. The app is an indispensable part of the riding experience. For example, the bike automatically unlocks when it detects the rider nearby. In addition, you receive a notification when it looks like someone is trying to steal your bike. And because unfortunately not every ride goes smoothly, the bike and app feature crash detection. In the event of an accident, the sensor detects the fall. If the cyclist does not respond to the notification in the app, his or her emergency contacts are immediately alerted via an SMS containing a GPS link to the rider's location. A few great features to emphasize are resilient tyres, carbon belt and hydraulic disc brakes while being very light weight. Isnt't that absolutely amazing? THE COWBOY APP: On the Cowboy app you will find all kinds of useful information and functions, such as navigation, fitness statistics, the weather situation, air quality on your route, battery level of the bike, average speed and trip reports. The app compares your performance of this week with the previous week. This way the app constantly challenges you to stay fit and take to the bike. Beyond incredible and definitely a very special urban ride. THE NEW COWBOY CARE: Since last week Cowboy Care has been launched. This is a €20 per month maintenance service to allow all riders to move around the city carefree. You can easily book a maintenance service through the Cowboy app. Cowboy has a full team of internally trained technicians available to perform maintenance services where and when it's convenient for you.