Posts by Abby Montanez
What We’re Watching
What We’re Watching on TV Jessica Jones After a two and a half year sabbatical, “Jessica Jones” has returned and she’s drowning in anger (and whiskey). After defeating her rival Kilgrave, Jones is now on the hunt to discover her past and confront who she really is, even if she can’t totally remember. Atlanta Back…
Read MoreCope: Handmade for the Home
Nearly five years ago in a small Brooklyn studio, husband-and-wife duo Rachel and Nick Cope came up with a concept for custom wallpaper. Their designs incorporated Japanese and Turkish marbling techniques that looked more like large-scale mural abstractions than wall-coverings. Together, they found a new way to elevate interior spaces beyond the borders of a…
Read MoreTastes Like Spring at Halifax
Farm-fresh food and springtime seem to go hand in hand. Ingredients are literally popping up everywhere we look and at Halifax in Hoboken, they’re taking full advantage by scouring both land and sea. In celebration of the change of season, Chef Seadon Shouse has drafted up 10 new dishes that reflect his coastal Nova Scotian…
Read MoreArgent — The Power of the Suit
In the past year and a half, we’ve seen more women confront political, social, and economical challenges than ever before. Movements like #MeToo and Time’s Up have compelled people to rethink women’s roles in society, both personally and professionally. Where an exciting shift has been seen is in our wardrobe, with fashion designers redefining what…
Read MoreFind Your Finish: What Lipstick Formula Is Right For You?
Next to foundation, lipstick has the most variety of any makeup product we use today. But beyond choosing the correct color, finding the right finish is just as important. A lipstick’s finish will ultimately determine its texture, staying power, pigmentation and overall appearance — the most popular being matte, creme, satin and gloss. When in…
Read MoreHow To Buy Bourbon
Fellow whiskey drinkers, what do you look for when buying a good bottle of bourbon? Do your eyes go directly to the price tag? Do you stick with strictly name-brands? Maybe all you have to go off of is a friendly recommendation. A recent trip to Louisville, Kentucky—the bourbon capital of the world—got me thinking.…
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