Fran Lebowitz, New York's favorite and wisest curmudgeon, talks about cufflinks, her iconic style, 'nepo babies,' and her recent attendance at New York Liberty games
Fran Lebowitz emphasizes the value of laughter and the need for people to not take themselves too seriously.
Fran Lebowitz discusses the impact of the pandemic on New York City, highlighting the challenges faced by the closure of bookstores and restaurants.
Deep dives
Shanghai Fashion Week showcases emerging talent and younger designers
Shanghai Fashion Week, which is over 20 years old, is gaining international attention. This season, it featured over 100 brands and 13 official showrooms, attracting Stella McCartney and Edison Chen, among others. The event highlighted emerging talent, such as Mark Wong and Shushu Tong, which generated buzz on social media platforms like TikTok. Shanghai Fashion Week stands out for its emphasis on younger designers, contributing to the diversity and vibrancy of the fashion industry.
Collaborations and new designers dominate the Shanghai Fashion Week
Shanghai Fashion Week showcased a variety of collaborations and new designer collections. Notable collaborations included Clot's partnership with Adidas and Edison Chen's invitation of emerging Chinese designers to work with him. These collaborations and collection debuts brought excitement and fresh perspectives to the runway. Additionally, the event placed a special focus on emerging talent, offering a platform for rising stars in the fashion industry to gain recognition and exposure.
Fran Lebowitz brings her wit and humor to the podcast
In a recent podcast episode, renowned writer and critic Fran Lebowitz entertained listeners with her signature wit and humor. With her distinctive style and iconic glasses, Fran discussed her views on New York City, fashion shows, and the importance of a sense of humor. She emphasized the value of laughter and the need for people to not take themselves too seriously, while also sharing anecdotes about her experiences in the city and her unique perspective on various topics.
Fran Lebowitz reflects on New York City during the pandemic
Fran Lebowitz discussed the impact of the pandemic on New York City, highlighting the challenges faced by the closure of bookstores and restaurants, which are essential elements of the city's cultural fabric. As a resident who values the culinary and literary scenes in New York, Fran expressed her concerns and the importance of these establishments in her daily life. Despite the difficulties, she remains hopeful for the future and appreciates the resilience and energy of the city.
This week on the podcast Chloe and Chioma are joined by New York’s favorite and wisest curmudgeon, Fran Lebowitz. They talk about cufflinks, her iconic style, “nepo babies,” and her recent attendance at New York Liberty games.