Arts
Film Review: Kong: Skull Island
Jordan Vogt-Roberts’ reasoning behind making a larger version of Kong was to have a monster battle of epic proportions in the coming years, but in order to get the ball rolling, we need a new origin story. … read more
Ballet for the People: Municipal Ballet Co. Teams Up with...
Sarah Longoria, Director of the Municipal Ballet Company, says, “We want to present ballet in a way that we believe people would enjoy.” The company’s upcoming show Metatransit—in collaboration with Conquer Monster—directly reflects this ideal. Catch the futuristic collaboration on April 7 and 8 at Urban Lounge. … read more
Ode to Jet Pack: The Coolest Cat Who Ever Lived
“Truth be told, I never cared for cats much before Jet Pack and I became thick as thieves, but Jet Pack was no ordinary cat,” says Mike Brown. Read on to discover why Jet Pack was the coolest cat who ever lived. … read more
Damned and Loving It
Those who know their music history would tell you that, 40 years ago, The Damned were the first punk band to release a single, press an album and then break up and get back together. The rest is a little complicated. … read more
Utah Fashion Week Urban/Streetwear Show @ The Falls Event Center...
On March 18 at The Falls Event Center, Utah Fashion Week treated guests to their Urban/Streetwear Show, comprising seven distinct styles of designs. … read more
save your own skin
German native Tanja London utilizes her body as a way to make her voice heard through dance. With her upcoming local installation and live dance and music performance entitled save your own skin, London turns herself into a visual representation of the advancements of modern militant technology, mainly “bulletproof skin,” and encourages audiences to question when progress ceases being beneficial and becomes problematic. … read more
Project Kuya: Reworked Masterpieces for a Purpose
What happens to all of the clothes that are given away? Hopefully, they come into the hands of Robin Uata, a designer based out of Provo whose mission is to upcycle used, forgotten clothes into chic masterpieces that anyone could rock—while also helping those in need. … read more
Talking Pins & Needles with The Tailor Cooperative
Tailor Cooperative is ready to fit customers with a new, high-quality suit. Upon entering, clients will find themselves presented with various styles and colors of suits, jackets, ties and shirts that display their craftsmanship. … read more
SLUG Style: Ayana Ifè
Ayana Ifè is a fashion designer who designs clothing that is edgy, modern and modest. Catch some of her designs during Utah Fashion Week. … read more
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Art on Violence: The Future Isn’t What It Used to...
In The Future Isn’t What It Used to Be, a group exhibition curated by South Florida–based Susan Caraballo, 10 artists confront us with “manmade atrocities,” not through explicit spectacle or slaughter, but through rumination and social practice. View the exhibition at UMOCA through May 13. … read more
Threading Through: Nappi Clothing
If you’re looking for that sweet spot between quality clothing and a chic aesthetic, Nappi Clothing is the place to satiate that style. The combination of an androgynous look mixed with Nappi’s signature colors—black, white and every grey in between—create a sexy yet professional style. … read more
Threading Through: Davis Hong
Based in Salt Lake City, Davis Hong exclusively designs minimalist garments that not only look incredible but will also live in your wardrobe as pieces that remain tried and true throughout the evolution of style. … read more
