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THE LONG AND THE SHORT OF IT
Knee-grazing shorts are back—and so much better than you remember
FIT FOR THE FUTURE
Louis Vuitton’s recent feat of high horology offers a unique shape, exceptional craftsmanship—and a glimpse into where watchmaking’s going
Beam Me Up!
The latest smart projectors provide cinema-quality pictures and can take up less space than a medium popcorn
Radically Rethinking the Superhero
Rapper and activist turned filmmaker Boots Riley brings his singular, provocative vision to prestige TV with the new series I'm a Virgo
The Chicago Way
Until The Bear thrust Italian beef into the spotlight, it was largely unknown outside the Windy City. It is an unsexy sandwich, a wet mound of beef. It is also beloved. Will fame ruin its charm?
We're Living Through a Sex Recession
Supply has never been higher, but demand is way down. Will we ever pull out of it?
Gunsapalooza!
At the world's biggest machine-gun shoot, a community of hardcore enthusiasts are married, buried, and bonded forever by their shared passion: blasting away with extreme firearms
Power Moves
After six years playing the heir unapparent on HBO's Succession, Kieran Culkin is ready to say goodbye to everything but the suits.
Air Apparent
The venerable Zenith Pilot roars into the future
Slow burn
After years of grinding away at his acting career, Pedro Pascal is enjoying sudden fame and near-universal adulation thanks to his dual streaming blockbusters The Last of Us and The Mandalorian. Over a weekend in New York, he talks about all of it and everything that's coming next.
A Virtuoso Chef Whose Time Has Come
At Tatiana, Kwame Onwuachi has drawn inspiration from New York City's history, and his own roots, to create one of America's best Afro-Caribbean restaurants and Manhattan's hottest reservation
charmschool
At Hermès, longtime menswear designer Véronique Nichanian lays out a vision of intelligent luxury that doesn't take itself too seriously
what i've learned
Antony Blinken U.S. SECRETARY OF STATE, 60, WASHINGTON, D. C.
the best NEW hotels 2023
From a ranch in Napa Valley to a wellness retreat in Punta Mita, Mexico, here are the places where checking in could CHANGE YOUR VIEW OF THE WORLD
destination nowheresville, u.s.a.
The perfect American road trip isn't just about where; it's about why. Understanding this country more deeply, grappling with its flaws, but also seeing literally what makes it so beautiful. There are the expected expanses of natural wonder. Then there are the surprises: a ghost town in Utah, say, and the wild friends you meet there.
DEAR JUSTICE
A letter to my daughter upon her college graduation
IT'S LATER THAN YOU THINK
When I was young and beautiful, I would mooch drinks off lonely older guys. These days, alas, I'm buying.
TICKET FROM THE CRYPT
Staggering zombielike toward 2024, the GOP is cursed with a presidential front-runner whose influence has waned. But he still has his Republican challengers jumping at shadows.
The Refresh: Spring
A new season calls for a new grooming routine. Here, we walk you through the best ways to prep your skin, hair, and body for the warm weather ahead. From antioxidants that safeguard skin cells to sunscreens for your face and your hair, here's how to ditch the heavy stuff, protect yourself, and stay happy and comfortable until it's time to switch things up again. Take notes.
MY BLUE SUEDE SHOES
When I finally said, \"Fuck it,\" I realized I could rock the Wallabees I'd always wanted to wear
The Mud Club
Belstaff's iconic Trialmaster jacket blends form and function even in the worst of the worst conditions
Grab and Go
The secret to a smooth trip? Find a luggage setup that suits your style. Here are three personal favorites from a few of our most traveled staffers.
Don't Say Gay
What do laws banning the discussion of sexuality and gender in schools do to the kids they're supposed to protect?
Brow Down
When was the last time you thought about your brows? If your eyes are the window to your soul, your eyebrows are the curtains and keeping them in check can have a huge impact on your look. Follow these steps for the best brows in town.
Anatomy Lesson
How one prominent female artist is using an X-Acto knife to reimagine the male-dominated canon of photography
Save Your Soul Patch
Why is wounded-guy rock music of the mid-'90s resurgent in the year 2023? A religious experience involving Toad the Wet Sprocket offers a clue.
The Wild West of Whiskey
Single malts used to be synonymous with Scotland. But now that scores of distillers are making them in America, it's time to start sampling the country's most exciting new bottles.
The New "It" Producer for Rock Icons
Andrew Watt has made pop hits with everyone from Justin Bieber to Shawn Mendes to Selena Gomez. Now he's become the go-to studio collaborator for legends like Iggy, Ozzy, and Eddie Vedder.
Fast Times with Patrick Dempsey
Whether in front of the camera or driving a race car, the actor makes everything look easy. We talked to the man formerly known as McDreamy about his role in Michael Mann's forthcoming Ferrari movie, embracing stoicism, and becoming an eyewear designer.
NIGHT & DAY
High fashion and high-end watchmaking rarely jibe. But in teaming up with a Swiss master, Giorgio Armani created a timepiece that's an exception to the rule.