It was late October 2009, and still four months away from the Zetas’ declaration of war against the Gulf Cartel. But Miguel was someone who always planned ahead. For the last two years he’d been investing in quarter horse racing, which not only indulged his passion but was also a ... More

Like one of his “liquid marble” sculptures, design dynamo Mathieu Lehanneur seems to vibrate between categories. Basically a walking, talking dual degree, Lehanneur seamlessly weaves in and out of arts, technology, and commerce, giving Steve Jobs-ian TED Talks, serving as chief designer at telecomm company Huawei, and exhibiting at ... More

Yes, you read that right: tooth gloss is a thing. Like lip gloss, tooth gloss works to reflect light, brightening teeth to give them a healthy, freshly-brushed sheen. The man behind this unique beauty development is Dr. Michael Apa, the Insta-famous cosmetic dentist responsible for the smiles ... More

The golden-haired guitar god Cody Simpson made quite a splash back in 2015 with his sophomore album Free and its corresponding international tour that sent millions of teenage girls into a frenzy for several months. Following the afterglow of Free, Simpson told DuJour that he wanted ... More

The mindfully chic water bottle brand bkr has been making drinking water fashionable since 2011. Co-founders Tal Winter and Kate Cutler have always put the environment and the world first, aiming to inspire beauty and wellness across the globe. The brand has just released their newest collaboration with Swarovski called ... More

When you’re looking for an “iconic” stay in Los Angeles, there’s no better place landmark hotel, The Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel. Engrained in the town’s history and culture, A-listers like Angelina Jolie to Marilyn Monroe have stayed in the buzzy hotel, which offers 300 refreshed guest rooms ... More

Kyle Bunting did not plan on being a designer—let alone having an eponymous line of contemporary hide rugs, wall pieces and artwork. When Bunting tells the fortuitous tale of his path to design, he begins with his childhood in Dallas, Texas. Bunting’s father, a businessman working in manufacturing facilities for ... More

Susan Flaga, co-owner of Logan Square salon Sparrow, recently launched Sparrow for Everyone, a line of eco-friendly, Tavi Gevinson–approved essential oils. In addition to a healthy dose of aromatherapy, here’s where the oils expert goes to unwind. Cup of Joe: Ipsento is tiny, no frills, and has amazing coffee. ... More

Taco Tuesdays are in a league of their own at the new Grand Velas Los Cabos Resort, where the world’s most expensive taco is available for $25,000. What makes this taco so expensive? The ingredient list includes kobe beef, langoustine, Almas Beluga caviar and black truffle brie ... More

Canadian vocalist Lights, born Valerie Poxleitner, calls me in the midst of being stranded at the airport in Chicago. Yet despite her flight's delayed status and the possibility of being stuck in transit with no end in sight, her light voice exudes cheer—her enthusiasm for our conversation ... More