The 7/17/19 O&A NYC WHATS HAPPENING THIS WEEK: July 17 through July 23, 2019

Heatwave! New York City is getting ready to become steamy, hot, and sticky- yeah summer in NYC is the best! We have great events indoors and out. There is interactive art on Randall’s Island, Dance in Central Park and on Fire Island, and a jazz brunch in Harlem. Here are a few of the many events happening in the city that never sleeps, guaranteed to keep you Out and About. Continue reading

10/12/16 O&A NYC AUTOMOBILE: BMW Shows Us the Future With The Motorrad Vision Next 100 concept

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The BMW Group presented its fourth Vision Vehicle, the BMW Motorrad VISION NEXT 100, to mark the opening of its exhibition and event platform, Iconic Impulses. The BMW Group Future Experience, at the Barker Hangar in Santa Monica, Los Angeles.

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For the Motorrad Vision Next 100 concept, BMW envisions a self-right system, whether the bike is stationary or moving. The advantages while stopped mean no more dented tanks or crushed turn signals, and while underway, BMW suggests this system would make the bike more nimble, and easier to handle.

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Similarly, the bike’s computer understands its handling limits, like vehicle stability systems in a car, and can either suggest corrections to the rider or make them itself. These corrections could involve helping it bank in a corner, for example.

The Motorrad Vision Next 100 concept

5/24/16 O&A NYC WITH WaleStylez FASHION: Louis Vuitton Pays Homage to Japan’s Powerful Influence With The Volez, Voguez, Voyagez Exhibition

By Adewale Adekanbi Jr.

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Louis Vuitton has recently opened an exhibition in Tokyo, Japan. Dubbed “Volez, Voguez, Voyagez,” the project showcases Japanese traditions such as tea ceremonies and the classic Japanese dance drama known as kabuki.

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Along with a profound love of craftsmanship, pieces are gathered together to form a small bonsai garden for amusement. In addition, “Volez, Voguez, Voyagez” gains an inspiration from nature which can be seen throughout many pieces.

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If you are planning a trip to Tokyo you are in luck the Japanese Room from the Volez, Voguez, Voyagez Louis Vuitton exhibition is currently free and open to the public until June 19.

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