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So who exactly is Marimekko? The name translates literally as "Mary's dress" and figuratively as a dress for Everywoman (and, indeed, Everyman?the unisex Jokapoika shirts have been hot sellers since 1956). It is perhaps one of the first ever lifestyle brands (the Courier-type logo, which was inspired...
“I play a very simple, one or two touch game. I’m not a very fancy player; I just try to keep it simple and keep the ball moving.”So explains the Harvard women’s soccer team’s...
To misquote Samuel Johnson, Hillary Clinton attempting to make jokes on television is like a dog trying to walk on its hind legs: really awkward for everyone involved. Since everything Hillary does feels like the result of at least eight focus groups, there must be some reason she has decided...
This respect translates to the field as well, where the coaches do not hesitate to challenge the athletes.
Sabrina Matthews’ choreography was also intensely aware of the creative process. Her piece, entitled “Ein von Viel”—which translates to “one of many”—was a male duet set to selections from J.S...