-WEDNESDAY WINDOWS-

Moschino windows in Soho, NYC

Incidental irony fuels the impulsive idealist. Since the election, a movement has surfaced. Reaction to the new regime has been caustic, with clever slogans and outbursts by an outspoken generation. This week, mice model expensive items at Moschino while the windows at Barneys New York share sentiments of the showcased designers. Keep reading to have a look... 

-FIFTH AVE FESTIVITIES-

The Nutcracker Sweet at Saks Fifth Avenue #SaksHoliday; Act 1: Peace of Cake

Happily hiding from the holidays, Fifth Ave. festivities become an afterthought as warm weather provides a welcome distraction to winter in the US. Taking the time to glimpse at the holiday window spread, before they disappear in the wake of Santa, here is a quick compilation of Barney's #PeaceLoveJoy display and Saks Fifth Avenue's Nutcracker Sweet windows. Have a look inside for more...

-WEDNESDAY WINDOWS-

Live Ice Carving in the windows of Barney's, New York on Madison Ave. #BNYChillinOut

Trading trends for tradition, Thanksgiving began a new chapter in our family's culinary experience. Though traditionally untraditional, this year's thanks was spread over a table topped with turkey and treats, surrounded by friends and family; Not a thought was given to TVs and tangible trinkets. This week, Barney's turns untraditional by transforming its style spaces into sculpture-making showcases. Keep reading for more info...   

-WEDNESDAY WINDOWS-

Spincycle at Barney's New York 24/7,  Maison Margiela (L), Fendi and Balenciaga (R)

Fired-up following a full day of intense meetings, I remind myself that perspective is key to keeping calm. As situations shift, adopting a neutral attitude invites serenity. Over at Barney's New York, Creative Director Dennis Freeman has created a kaleidoscopic display with colorful shoes, bold bags and Funhouse mirrors. Aptly entitled "Spincycle" the rotating pedestals combined with both static and stretching scenery create a symmetrically progressive geometry. Keep reading to see more morphing magic... 

-WEDNESDAY WINDOWS-

 Baz Dazzled; Barney's Holiday Windows by Baz Luhrmann and Catherine Martin at Barneys, Madison Ave.

With tragic tales transpiring over the last week, Barney's front façade bears a fitting banner, reminding viewers that "A life lived in fear is a life half lived." As unveiled last week, the Great Gatsby's design duo Baz Luhrmann and wife Catherine Martin beautify Barney's New York with energizing extravagance. Add merry melodies and ancillary animation to an arts-inspired theme and marvel with awe at a moving menagerie of metal, sensational sculptures and oversized opulence in the store's windows. Keep reading for a first look at this year's holiday windows....