The Ones Who Keep Walking features more than 20 defiantly optimistic voices from across Africa including one of the biggest African artists of the moment and social media sensation, CKay (Nigeria); rapper and songwriter Sampa the Great (Zambia); dancer and artist Kamo Mphela (South Africa); producer and DJ Nandele (Mozambique); legendary photographer James Barnor (Ghana); fashion designer Loza Maléombho (Ivory Coast); creative collective Urban Pitchaz (Kenya) and, Bose Ogulu AKA Mama Burna (Nigeria) manager-mother to global superstar and Johnnie Walker partner, Burna Boy.

The documentary explores the different cultures, passions and challenges on the continent through never before heard stories, and in-depth conversations that also provide an insight into how fresh creative energy, sheer determination, and a pioneering spirit is bringing authentic African expression to the world.

Director and Forbes 30 under 30 filmmaker, Amarachi Nwosu says, “Making The Ones Who Keep Walking with Johnnie Walker was an opportunity to tell a story that reimagines how we see Africa and the creative renaissance taking place. Telling powerful stories from the Afrofuturist lens is what inspires me, so having the opportunity to shine a light on these amazing people and their incredible journeys, all whilst showcasing the spirit and beauty that embodies Africa, is a dream come true. I can’t wait for everyone to see it”

Produced by Something Originals and a team of 200+ creatives and talent from across Africa, The Ones Who Keep Walking picks up on the closing provocation of The Man Who Walked Around the World – ‘what’s next?’ – to shine a light on those who embody the spirit of Keep Walking and who, on their own terms, are forging a bold new direction for their countries, cultures and the World.

You can stream the documentary here, or you can watch it on the following DSTV channels: Africa Magic Family, Maisha Magic East, Zambezi Magic, Mzansi Magic, Mzansi Wethu, Channel O and Canal+ owned TV5 Monde.

Source: PR Newswire

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In 2017, Netflix and Shondaland – the TV production company behind the hit show – signed a production pact, that, among other things, included plans to explore branding and merchandise deals. What that strategy looks like is beginning to emerge.

Shondaland and Netflix recently announced that they were teaming up with luxury footwear label Malone Souliers on a Bridgerton-inspired collection of shoes and accessories to coincide with the release of the show’s second season next year.

It follows a surprise drop of Bridgerton-themed Nap Dresses from lifestyle brand Hill House Home, released in collaboration with creative agency Phenomenal. The latter has stocked a line of Bridgerton-themed sweatshirts and tops since February. This special edition trio of the cult dresses sold out “in a matter of minutes,” according to the brand.

More tie-ups with fashion brands are on the cards in the future, said Chris DiIorio, chief strategy and business development officer at Shondaland. The opportunity to pursue fashion and merchandise partnerships linked to Bridgerton “was something that stuck out from the beginning,” he said.

For fashion brands, TV and cinema have long been powerful marketing vehicles, with brands boosting awareness and driving sales via product placements and licensing deals. For instance, Tom Ford dressed Daniel Craig in Bond films like Spectre and sold a collection inspired by the wardrobe back in 2016. In fact, Shondaland has previously collaborated with online clothing retailer, The Limited, on a collection inspired by its hit ABC show Scandal in 2014.

But the way people interact with traditional media channels has changed, especially for the younger generation of fashion consumers. That’s opening up opportunities for new kinds of partnerships in a shifting media landscape.

“They [consumers] used to read physical magazines and newspapers. They used to go to the movies, but movie theatres are going broke. They now spend inordinate amounts of time on social media, as well as on Netflix, Amazon Prime, Disney+ and other streaming platforms,” Bernstein analyst Luca Solca wrote in a recent research note.

Luxury’s biggest mega-brands have yet to forge formal partnerships with streaming services like Netflix, but experts say that could change down the line as they continue to gain traction.

“Brands in the future will probably cooperate more with Netflix rather than other traditional mediums, simply because these series have got a number of viewers that is pretty massive,” said Mario Ortelli, managing partner at strategy and M&A advisory Ortelli & Co.

Shondaland is hoping partnerships like those with Hill House Home and Malone Souliers can help forge relationships with viewers that last long after they’ve finished streaming the series. “We’re trying to allow as many opportunities as possible for our audience to continue to consume the content and be part of that Bridgerton world, even once they’re done viewing the content on Netflix,” DiIorio said.

Malone Souliers will release its 15-piece collection of Bridgerton-inspired shoes and accessories alongside the debut of the show’s second season in 2022. Netflix and Shondaland will provide marketing support to promote the collaboration, said Malone Souliers’ founder and creative director, Mary Alice Malone.

The collection will span styles for men and women and will be sold via Malone Souliers’ own e-commerce site, as well as through the brand’s global network of wholesale partners.

Source: Business of Fashion

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Hot and Cold Dishware

The first gadget we love is Tempcontrol®; ideal for entertaining, Sanodegusto, a division of Belgium-based Promeco Group, is now offering tableware that retains either heat or cold temperatures to keep food warm or cold. Tempcontrol® is a revolutionary, unique and patented technology that keeps tableware warm or cold.

After heating up or cooling down, the technology slowly releases its warmth or cold and the ceramic dishware will retain its temperature for more than 30 minutes. The plate must be pre-heated in a warmer or oven at 194°F. It will then retain a temperature of 131°F, which is ideal for keeping such dishes as steak and fish warm, and the food will also keep its flavor and taste. Likewise, after Sanodegusto’s plate for cool temperatures is placed in a freezer for 70 minutes, it will retain a temperature of 39°F for up to 30 minutes, which is ideal for keeping cold dishes fresh on a plate.

Smart Tea Kettle

This gadget is perfect for a kitchen or office as it is a sleek stainless steel tea kettle made by Bugatti that is like no other. Called the Jacqueline, it is a smart tea kettle that combines technology with style as it can be remotely controlled through an App on a smart phone.

The Jacqueline sits on a base that lights up when in use. You can prepare the perfect infusion adjusting the water temperature at the needed degree (from 40°C/104°F to 100°C/212°F) for the most refined and precious teas. You can set the “Keep Warm” function, which maintains water at the desired temperature for up to three hours.

The Bugatti B Chef App, which is available for the iPhone, iPad and Android, will enable you to easily program the perfect infusion at your desired temperature and set the time for each day of the week you want the kettle to operate. The app will even tell you when the water is ready. The kettle can be purchased through the Bugatti website.

Fabric and Garment Steamer

The CHI “Easy Steam” Fabric and Garment Steamer, a brand-new, high performance hands-free solution for anyone who wants their clothes to look wrinkle-free. The new revolutionary product steams most garments in less than two minutes, with one tap of a single button and unlike a traditional hand-held steamer; the CHI Easy Steam does all the work for you.

Based on the brand’s innovative, advanced technology and contemporary design, CHI’s Easy Steam is the first of its kind, with the perfect balance of style and function, ease and convenience. Simply hang the Easy Steam (which resembles a fabric garment bag) from a convenient spot such as the back of a door, a shower rod or the closet. Remove the water reservoir from the base of the steamer and fill it to the desired level. Then hang your clothing inside the bag and zip it shut. Turn it on and the steaming begins. The garment bag is easy to store in a closet as it collapses and stays closed with a hook and loop strap.

Skinny Wine Storage

Sub-Zero has introduced its slimmest wine refrigerator to date. The IW-18 Integrated Wine Storage will enable even the smallest galley or apartment to have the finest in wine preservation. At just 18″ wide, the unit fits into almost any kitchen, study, media room—wherever you might enjoy imbibing—and like all integrated units, it virtually disappears into your decor. Slim as it is, it still delivers the most advanced protection features available, to defeat the natural enemies of wine – heat, UV light, humidity and vibration – and preserve every bit of wine’s complexity and character.

The IW-18 has two individually controlled storage zones, so you can store and serve both reds and whites at the proper temperature. Racks glide smoothly in and out, providing access without agitating wine. UV-resistant, bronze-tinted glass prevents light exposure. And dual evaporators maintain constant, moderate humidity. With fifteen racks and a 59-bottle capacity, the IW-18 will preserve and protect your wine collection in an admirably space-efficient way.

Spinning Cocktail Glass

Here’s a gadget for whiskey drinkers and cocktail lovers alike—the Shtox is a design award-winning rotating glass tumbler that spins. At first glance, the rotation of the glass seems unbelievable and difficult to understand. But in fact this “phenomenon” is as simple as the rotation of a wheel. You just take the glass, put it on a table and with a slight movement of the hand give the glass a spin, like a top.

The glass will rotate around and around, and will not topple over—mixing your cocktail at the same time. The shape of the bottom of the Shtox glass is specially designed and manufactured to allow it to easily spin on any hard flat surface without toppling over.

Made in Germany by the Nachtmann factory, the Shtox glass is produced of high quality crystal. The crystal tumblers are available to purchase in a variety of designs at Amazon.com and are a perfect gift for a whiskey drinker.

Source: Pursuitist

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Brandon Maxwell’s design is 30% of what makes this look striking, the rest is really coding supermodel Karlie Kloss. At 6’1 everything looks good on her

Johnny Depp’s daughter is barely 16 but this custom Chanel looks great on her. Does Chanel look bad on anyone?

Zoe Saldana has been having a hard time recently but she insists on preening like a peacock in this grandiose Dolce and Gabanna dress.

The Balmain army invasion is not surrendering anytime soon. The brand dressed a record 8 women in this year’s Met Ball

Last but not least was the best dress of the night. The best look by far was this glow in the dark dress by Zac Posen, it took the internet by storm and it really is a work of art. Nothing quite like embracing technology

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