.instaread-audio-player{margin:0 auto !important;} LOS ANGELES (AP) — In a room filled with several influential Hollywood figures, “Barbie” star America Ferrera used her platform to address an ongoing industry issue: Latino representation in film. “According to the numbers, the dominant narrative our industry puts into the world is that Latinos either don’t exist or they are…

Taylor Swift performed at the 2013 Billboard Music Awards in an overly casual outfit. Taylor Swift performs at the 2013 Billboard Music Awards in Las Vegas, Nevada. Kevin Mazur/Getty Images She hit the stage to perform “22” while wearing a T-shirt that referenced another single, “Shake It Off.” While the “Haters Gonna Hate” nod was…

Looking for the perfect stocking-stuffer or other gift — while also supporting immigrant and refugee-run businesses? Greater Columbus is home to a variety of such enterprises producing handicrafts, clothing and other items appropriate as gifts for the holiday season. Here are four places to start with: Attitude by Aishata: African-inspired clothing and accessories Stepping into…

As well as her back catalogue of monster hits, Madonna’s Celebration Tour honours the instantly recognisable accessories that defined her style and made waves in fashion and popular culture. In the early days of her career, the Material Girl famously wore religious symbols, turning their meanings upside down. Take the cross: usually associated with devout piety, it…

Zhanna Danilova/Getty Images We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. So many daily organizational problems could be solved with one simple object: a towel rack. They can do so much more than hold our wet towels, as they can also provide storage space or add visual interest to a room. Further, many…

Metallic Midi Totes in Genuine Leather, $125. Metallic Large Totes in Genuine Leather, $165 Joey Wölffer’s eponymous boutique in Sag Harbor has opened at 23 Washington Street. Home to a few interior design shops and fashion boutiques, Washington Street is one of my favorite shopping destinations. Joey Wölffer offers a carefully curated selection of pieces sourced from…

This fall, Cartier fans in New York City will have a new location to shop for coveted accessories to add to their collections. All they have to do is head downtown. On 102 Greene Street, the brand has transformed a four-story building (originally built in 1881 by architect Henry Fernbach) into a shopping experience that…

Advent calendars are one of our favorite ways to get into the holiday spirit. Whether we’re counting down the days until December 25, celebrating the 12 Days of Christmas, or celebrating the eight days of Hanukkah, these festive calendars are a fun holiday tradition with no shortage of nostalgia.  With December fast approaching, now is…

Stumble upon an enchanting bookstore where every shelf is brimming with adventure and whimsy. A Book Place in Riverhead brings customers a blend of bestsellers and books by local authors, offering a delightful mix of bookish gifts and accessories along with novels, cookbooks, and much more. This boutique bookstore is a one-stop-shop for all your…