Category: Arts & Culture
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London’s queer scene has always been about more than just parties, it’s about connection, expression, and community. In collaboration with NYX Professional Makeup and the makeup brands Proudly Pro-You brand cause platform, we’re spotlighting six game-changing platforms. These are the spaces shaping the future and they are being amplified further with the support of NYX…
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![Lewis Hamilton [@lewishamilton] speaks on creative self-care at private Lululemon event.](https://guap.co/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/CR5_9226-1140x850.jpg)
Tuesday 1st July, Lewis Hamilton touched down in London—not for a race, but to reconnect. At a private media event hosted by lululemon at Space House, the seven-time F1 champion joined lululemon CEO Calvin McDonald and cultural mainstay Charlie Dark MBE for an introspective afternoon centred on movement, purpose and presence. The event, marking the…
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Written by Senai Mya In October 1982, the French Minister of Culture appointed Maurice Fleuret as Director of Music and Dance. Fleuret’s vision sought a “call to arms” for musicians, aiming to bring music out of the concert halls and onto the streets. The result was the birth of la Fête de la Musique –…
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The next wave of creative talent shaping the scene from the ground up. The adidas UK x GUAP Originals Creator Network is back with another cohort of 20 amazing young individuals who are expected to do amazing things in this upcoming year! Supported over the next 7 months with bi-weekly workshops, access to industry mentors,…
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Written by Noon Khouri ELV Denim’s latest presentation on Oxford Street was more than just a showcase—it was an educational journey. Positioned amidst fast fashion giants, ELV’s presence felt like a deliberate disruption, challenging conventional retail with a narrative of slow, conscious fashion. Upon entering the space, guests were guided through ELV’s meticulous process, moving…
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Written by Mary Hezekiah With layers of fur, plaid, and the unmistakable sheen of fast-food packaging, a girl dramatically walks down the runway. The KFC bag is tight in one hand while, in the other, the slowly burning cigarette sends tiny clouds of defiance into the air. This is Sinead Gorey’s Fall/Winter 2025 collection: a…
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Written by Lauren Bryant Introducing Katty Han, an Indonesian-born, Tasmania-raised visual artist whose paintings explore her dual identity and “existence between two worlds”. Katty talks reimagining Indonesian culture through a modern lens, and making space for POC artists in the growing Meanjin art scene. Can you tell us about your background and how this ties…
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Written by Morola Oyefesobi Gupta bends and blends the constraints of traditional Indian clothing and gives them a new lease on life by creating a collision of ancient and contemporary stylings through the intersection of art and fashion. We take a deep dive into the history of this Indian art style, and follow the folklore…
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Written by Lauren Bryant Erica Ezeogu is a true next-gen creative: a musician, director, painter, designer, and TikTok-viral rug-maker, all in one. From being knocked down to getting back up, to explorations of self-discovery that feel honest and raw, Erica poses the question we all want answered: what does it mean to actualise your potential? In…
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Written by Lauren Bryant Brooklyn-based designer, Hanan Sharifa seamlessly blends her Moroccan-American heritage to create clothing that transcends identifiable origins. From concepts of global interconnectedness to untold narratives of resistance and resilience, Hanan shares the inspirations, barriers, and meaning behind her brand of the same name. What is it like to be a Moroccan-American designer in…