Every week, Alexa rounds up New York’s hottest fashion, hotel openings, restaurant debuts, and celebrity-studded cultural happenings. This is a hand-picked guide to the best things to see, shop, taste and experience across the city.
What’s on your luxury list this week? A new hotspot from the duo behind East Village restaurant Claude, hot fashion brand Batsheva’s SoHo store debut, and an upcoming “explosive” day It’s the city’s best spot for eclipse viewing.
Founded in 2016 by Bathsheba Hay and shot to fame after Vice President Kamala Harris’ stepdaughter Ella Emhoff wore one of its dresses to the vice presidential inauguration, the cool-girl brand now has a SoHo location. I have a store. The store is filled with “new creations made from vintage fabrics and small accessories,” and was designed by architect and design firm Charlap Hyman & Herrero. And oh, what a design! The intimate space is full of color and pattern, with bright red ceilings, modern animal-print floors, and decor that gives you a grandma vibe in the best way. 166 Elizabeth Street; Bathseba
Mark your calendars. New Yorkers will be able to view a partial solar eclipse on April 8th from approximately 2:10 p.m. to approximately 4:36 p.m. And if she doesn’t see it this time, she won’t have the next chance to visit (from the US) until 2044. So, head to The Edge, also known as the highest outdoor observation deck in the Western Hemisphere, for a memorable experience. Perched at 1,100 feet in the heart of Hudson Yards, it offers breathtaking views of the city (eclipse or not). On the big day, The Edge will also offer visitors an eclipse glass and the chance to toast the grand occasion with a special cocktail. Please keep in mind when booking: Maximum viewing time in our area is when 90% of the sun is obscured by the moon, which is 3:25 p.m. Tickets start at $36. hudson yards new york
Trying to score a table at a decent hour at East Village hotspot Claud’s? Consider pivoting to Penney, same owner, same building. The raw bar and seafood counter (named after co-owner Joshua Pinsky’s grandfather) opened this week directly above its swanky sister restaurant. Pinsky describes it as “a more pop and casual space for the two of us.” Even better, Penny has his 20-seat bar, 10-seat kitchen counter, and rail overlooking his 10th Avenue to accommodate the needs of those hanging out (reservations are made a week in advance) limited). The menu changes constantly, from the slightly anticipated shrimp cocktail and tuna carpaccio to the Beggar’s Purse with caviar, stuffed calamari and grilled oysters. 90 E. 10th Street; penny
Beaudefinians will be happy. Your favorite vintage-inspired brands are now available at The Corner at Nordstrom, a new street-level space that hosts fashion house pop-ups that highlight craftsmanship and artistry. The award-winning American luxury brand, founded on the Lower East Side by Emily Adams and Bode Aujla, spent a few short weeks exploring Aujla’s “mother’s family and the formative summer of 1976.” An edited collection of womenswear and menswear inspired by. Emily’s mother spent most of her time working for an eccentric 90-year-old woman at the Crane Estate. ” Through April 7 at Nordstrom, 1776 Broadway. nordstrom
Although her name may not be well-known, the late Toshiko Takaetsu is considered one of the greatest abstract artists of the 20th century. Born in Hawaii to Japanese parents, Takaetsu’s ceramic work has earned her a devoted following and worldwide fame, and 200 of her ceramic works are currently owned by Noguchi. It is on display at the museum (until July 28th). This posthumous retrospective of her work also features rarely seen acrylic paintings, textiles, and bronze sculptures of hers. 9-01 33rd Road, Long Island City. Noguchi
Next time you come to Oculus, perhaps on your way to the subway or PATH train, take a cultural detour to the balcony level and check out Untold Stories.[s] Representing a complex tapestry of Maasai culture, fashion and art” (until April 8th). Exhibit: Works by eight of his international artists (from diverse backgrounds and working in multiple mediums) inspired by Maasai culture and featuring Maasai people. All works are for sale, with proceeds going to humanitarian aid for the Maasai people in Tanzania through an organization called Human Culture. World Trade Center Oculus, 50 Church St.; human culture
