Month: June 2020

Coming Out Stories From Young Black Creatives

Coming Out Stories From Young Black Creatives

With Pride Month here — this year coinciding with the resurgence of the Black Lives Matter movement after the killings of George Floyd and other Black victims of excessive police force, and racist attacks — WWD asked a few young Black creatives to share their coming out experiences.   Randy […]

Naoise Dolan May Be The Next ‘It’ Author. Read An Exciting Times Excerpt Here

Naoise Dolan May Be The Next ‘It’ Author. Read An Exciting Times Excerpt Here

If you haven’t picked up Exciting Times already, this weekend may be the time to dive in. It’s the debut novel of Naoise Dolan, where 22-year-old Ava cashes out her “abortion fund” to move from Ireland to Hong Kong and she begins a tryst with Julian, a mysterious banker. Things […]

Animal Crossing’s Summer Update Is Coming Soon

Animal Crossing’s Summer Update Is Coming Soon

This summer is already looking different from those of the past for so many reasons. The COVID-19 pandemic has made trips to public pools a little more complicated, and some will be skipping long days on the beach altogether. With Animal Crossing: New Horizon’s upcoming update, though, players will soon […]

Sleep Sustainably With These Top Bedding Brands

Sleep Sustainably With These Top Bedding Brands

Over the last few years, we’ve seen a shift in people’s attitudes towards sustainability; from fashion to veganism, but there’s always room for elevating our new conscious lifestyles, and that begins with tackling at-home sustainability. It’s easy enough to practice in your sleep and it all starts with making a […]

If I’m Not Gay Enough, & I’m Not Straight Enough, Then What Am I?

If I’m Not Gay Enough, & I’m Not Straight Enough, Then What Am I?

Lauren Patten (she/her) originated the role of Jo in the new Alanis Morissette musical Jagged Little Pill both on Broadway (Drama Desk and OCC Awards) and in the American Repertory Theater’s world premiere. Other theatre credits include: the Broadway production of Fun Home, The Wolves (Obie and Drama Desk winner), […]