Marianne's Three Favorite Things: 2021 Early Summer Edition

The great gift of June is the first bloom of our roses. Subtle fragrances, sublime colors, and arms full of blossoms to bring into our homes. Could there be anything more divine? And this year we can, again, share them with our friends and neighbors in celebration of all that is good about those we love.

Art:

Maya Lin's Ghost Forest

Photo courtesy of Human Impacts Institute.

The formerly wide, flat lawn of Madison Square Park has been transformed, replaced by a forest of tall cedars. Noted in Vogue as "a dramatic disruption of the urban landscape," this site is the focus of Maya Lin's most recent project, Ghost Forest. The striking installation is meant to create a conversation about the effects of climate change.

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Botany:

Enchanting Garden Inspiration

Part of the artist's gift is reframing the way we see things. From the stunning works of Claude Monet to the remarkable creations of Frida Kahlo, explore these eight gardens that provide a unique lens thanks to these highly creative individuals and re-imagine your garden's potential.

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Design:

Manolo Blahnik

Photo courtesy of Manolo Blahnik.

Renowned fashion designer Manolo Blahnik has had a significant impact on our pop culture and society at large due to his involvement in celebrity and influencer fashion. Explore some of his most iconic works ranging from dressing Princess Diana for the 1994 Vanity Fair party in London to Sarah Jessica Parker's legendary Sex and the City photoshoot in 2002. While you may not know his name, you have undoubtedly admired Blahnik's work.

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