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CULTURE | Written: Wairimu Njoroge
Have subcultures shifted from what they once represented? The ongoing debate often circles around whether we’re witnessing the death of subculture or simply its evolution. Subcultures remain a dynamic interplay of culture, identity, and environment, constantly absorbing and adapting to change. Is the essence of subcultures lost through digital technology?
In an age where influencers can rise to fame almost overnight, has their role and the way they operate reshaped the dynamics of high society? Have influencers replaced the traditional socialite, or even rendered them obsolete? Do modern day socialists still exist at all?
When was the last time you looked through your saved list? On Instagram or TikTok? When was the last time you opened social media with a specific intention? As media is getting more convenient and fast-paced, it's time we're the ones who slow down. We're over-engaged but under-stimulated. How did we get here?
PEOPLE AND PLACES (CULTURE) | Written: Yewayi Mushaya
The Howard Smith Wharves, is home to array of restuarants but more importantly, the Hong Kong inspired viynl bar, Stan's Lounge. With a record collection spanning generations, let's see what they're spinning.
CULTURE | Written: Yewayi Mushaya
Formula 1 to the culture? As RB (Visa Cash App Racing Bulls) and Hugo Boss team up with Olaolu Slawn for a momentous collaboration, we'll be watching the British Grand Prix for the art alone.
In today’s fashion landscape, the line between observer and participant has all but vanished. From casual enthusiasts to critics and multi-hyphenate creatives, each role carries its own bias, reshaping how truth and authority are perceived in culture. The uproar over Vogue’s leadership shift reveals less about Chloe Malle herself and more about our expectations of what proximity to fashion should mean.
Third Places have evolved. Once grounded within connection, spontaneity and accessibility, it's now shaped by curated social spaces. But are these truly Third Places?
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