Music ‘Surviving the Dream’ with FIDLAR Document joined the indie rock band LA’s Balboa Recording Studio ahead of the release of their fourth album to talk about staying punk and growing...
Fashion Brioni’s La Donna explores new ground The Italian heritage house mixes embellishment and craftsmanship in its Spring / Summer collection
Art Experimental pop duo NEW YORK’s ‘rapstar*’ maintains an artful anonymity Following the release of their sophomore album, Gretchen Lawrence and Coumba Samba reflect on art, friendship, and their lo-fi influences
Art Maya Man and Sotce usher in a new generation of internet artists The pair sits down with Document to discuss their creative processes amidst the ever-changing climate of internet art
Above the Fold Tank and the Bangas push funk and soul traditions toward the future It’s fitting that Tank and the Bangas’ big break came through their NPR Tiny Desk Concert. The soul-heavy, genre-rejecting New Orleans band shone brightest in... by Cole Cahill Above the Fold ‘Surface’ is more psychological than it is thriller ...Certainly, in the time that we made it: in 2021, in the midst of the pandemic, the idea of having a new, clean slate, the... by Megan Hullander Above the Fold BlackStar Film Festival eschews convention, reflecting radical shifts in cinema My first experience with the BlackStar Film Festival was in 2016. My mom and I drove to Philadelphia from Newark to screen our film Ori... by Emann Odufu Above the Fold Louis Vuitton’s Empreinte collection takes a modern approach to emblematic codes On August 19, Louis Vuitton will launch new iterations of its Empreinte Fine Jewelry line. The original collection was designed in 2004, distinctive for its... by Madeleine Beck Above the Fold Anna Delvey wants to be the new face of prison reform ...shares her vision for a new iteration of ADF—one that centers advocacy, not exclusivity. “I’m not interested in creating a private social club in New... by Camille Sojit Pejcha Above the Fold For a story about stereotypes, B.J. Novak’s ‘Vengeance’ has some blind spots of its own B.J. Novak’s Vengeance is a fish-out-of-water comedy in which jaded New York podcaster Ben Manalowitz (Novak) travels to Texas to learn about himself and America.... by Noah Berlatsky Above the Fold On Model Mayhem, everyday people become the author of their own fantasy New York City’s reputation of free expression has long attracted people fleeing conservative hometowns and familial traumas. It is the city where one’s truest self... by Madison Bulnes Above the Fold DJ Luka Tacon’s soundtrack for summer ...come out, and it’s finally here. Ray Mang forever!” “Brand New Drop (Nuff Pedals Remix)” by Addison Grove “This song perfectly encapsulates an unbearably hot... by Document Journal Above the Fold The intimacy of nightlife, according to its curators Tucked away in Gramercy, New York is an exclusive, members-only club called Chapel Bar. Located inside a 19th-century church and schoolhouse, the ecclesiastical destination was... by Madeleine Beck Above the Fold Jensen McRae shares the songs she wishes she wrote ...“Good Legs,” “Wolves,” and “Dead Girl Walking,” she embodies the numbness that is a consequence of absorbing everything around you, realizing the greatest heartbreak is... by Kayla Herrera-Daya Above the Fold Elisa Sue Young Park’s ‘Just Like Heaven’ embodies the allure of the anti-hero ...for the rights of systematically disadvantaged communities. This atmosphere has really instilled in me a sense of community and purpose that I strive to manifest... by Megan Hullander Above the Fold To Spencer Sweeney, nightlife is a protean and ever-changing landscape ...are included in Perfect. What do you miss most about New York’s nightlife and art world scenes during that time? Spencer: Well, I don’t really... by Madison Bulnes Above the Fold ‘Kimi’ doesn’t belong on the big screen—but neither do most stories Steven Soderbergh’s latest thriller will never dominate the cultural conversation, but does that mean it isn’t good?... by Noah Berlatsky At Large From El Paso to Harlem: Troy Montes-Michie explores the subversive history of the zoot suit ...for example, one might analyze the clothing choices of Martin Luther King Jr., his cohort, and other leaders. Why would the men march in protest... by Monique Long Above the Fold Riane Eisler and Tao Lin on shifting our cultural paradigm ...perspective and on my research, says, ‘These people don’t bother reading anything, and even if they did, they would find something wrong with the research,... by Tao Lin Above the Fold Military PTSD could be a vehicle for further drug decriminalization ...impressionable. They end up witnessing the deaths of their friends, severe combat, and the destruction of cities and communities. It makes sense that these experiences... by Madison Bulnes Above the Fold Luke Gilford revives the myth of the American West at the queer rodeo ...wearing pseudo-Western styles making pseudo-country music. But despite its mainstream commercialization, there are communities that are truly embodying the heart of cowboy culture, keeping the... by Megan Hullander Above the Fold Saint Laurent’s latest collection journeys to the Agafay Desert ...in love with the city, its relaxing culture, and the bright colors common to the local clothing styles. Returning to the founder’s original muse, Creative... by Madison Bulnes Above the Fold Sipper’s songs to feel safe again ...Since releasing “Adam Driver” in 2019, he has dropped six albums, with the latest, Pink Songs 2, coming out Friday, July 8th. The album is... by Maraya Fisher At Large Matthew Williams wants his clothing to have a life of its own ...New York a bit, because you seem to have a personal connection to the city—obviously, in the name 1017 ALYX 9SM, 9SM being 9 Saint... by Hannah Ongley Above the Fold Guilherme da Silva’s ‘Overture’ constructs a queer Arcadia ...a sunlit meadow, splayed out peacefully on the grass, playing wind instruments often associated with heaven. The figures themselves seem to bear a celestial aura,... by Olivia Noss Above the Fold Ask Liara: A sex worker’s guide to living, loving, and fucking ...lot of anxiety about hooking up with new people? It might be good to sit with any insecurities that might come up for you when... by Liara Roux At Large New York was killing me: Seeking community in the city of cultural saturation ...“route” in the worst possible way. There were ghosts everywhere. One day I ended up at a party at the Chelsea Hotel, another place which... by Rahel Aima Above the Fold In ‘Brotherhood and Sisterhood,’ Elianel Clinton expands the definition of flesh and blood The up-and-coming photographer captured pairs of siblings in his latest project, referencing the intersections of race and queerness... by Morgan Becker Fashion Portfolio Photographer Edd Horder and stylist Lilia Toncheva O’Rourke chronicle a modern interpretation of Morris dancing ...O’Rourke chronicle Morris dancing in one of its newer, purer forms: Fool’s Gambit is made up of a new generation, intent on revamping the legendary... by Madison Bulnes Above the Fold Britt Lloyd meditates on masculinity and biophilic utopias ...photography and moving image, in some sense, have become your primal form of communication. How does it affect your way of communicating with the world?... by Olisa Tasie-Amadi Jr. Above the Fold Jordan Castro’s ‘The Novelist’ is a metafictional exploration of mundanity ...yourself in this novel come from? Jordan: My wife, Nicolette Polek, suggested naming [that character] Jordan Castro as a way to complicate the narrative voice.... by Sarah McEachern Above the Fold Sean Pablo’s ‘A Season in Hell’ finds stillness in life’s fleeting moments ...a type of immersive experience. Did you start your process knowing what you wanted the space to look and feel like, or did the final... by Syd Walker At Large Jimmy DeSana, an iconoclast even within the ’70s avant-garde, is finally entering mainstream consciousness ...we felt? Maybe I’m being naïve. Maybe every young new artist who comes to New York feels the way I felt or Jimmy felt, like... by Megan Hullander Above the Fold Viagra Boys descend into man’s rawest form—and the rabbit hole of YouTube conspiracies ...like that. I think things are simpler than that. If you break them down, things aren’t that complicated; it’s just people who want money, and... by Megan Hullander Above the Fold Demna’s latest collection for Balenciaga is built in monochrome ...collection was created from upcycled items, using vintage bomber jackets, parkas, car coats and jeans to construct new pieces, a tangible response to new standards... by Madeleine Beck Above the Fold For Dior, Ukrainian artist Olesia Trofymenko crafts a hymn to life and living ...Document to discuss the making of and inspirations for Dior’s latest line. Divya Bala: What first drew you to the tree of life as a... by Divya Bala Above the Fold Michele Saunders recounts a summer with James Baldwin in the South of France ...became fascinated by a new phenomenon known as rock & roll—which at the time, no one else at her school seemed to care about. Realizing... by Miss Rosen Above the Fold On ‘Janky Star,’ Grace Ives is making pop without persona ...she liked the shape of it. Since its permanent application onto her body, however, she’s derived new meanings for the form. Some of these meanings... by Megan Hullander Above the Fold Document rings in a decade of independent art and culture at Le Dive Last night, at Le Dive, the t​​abac-inspired bar at the center of New York’s most infamous micro-neighborhood, Document’s editor and chief Nick Vogelson greeted new... by Megan Hullander At Large Eileen Myles chronicles a people’s history of East River Park ...competition to reimagine the coastline of New York. The Bjarke Ingels Group won, and the component that directly involved East River Park was the ESCR.... by Eileen Myles Above the Fold Searching for queer sanctuary in Porto ...before my arrival. I pored over the links that appeared when I’d type questions into my search engine like, “Where are the queer people in... by Mallory Bea Conversations Gabriela Hearst and Amber Valletta look back to the land to imagine an energized future ...people don’t come. But you should come. You will love it. Amber: I would love to come and see you there, that would be epic.... by Morgan Becker Above the Fold Francisco Costa looks to the earth to nourish the body ...example, AROMA, our new unisex scent, features notes that evoke phytoncides, which are chemicals emitted from trees that have proven to lower stress levels and... by Megan Hullander Above the Fold Lucy’s extensive list of songs he’s cried to ...I Get to Yous” by Ruddy Thomas featuring Marcia Aitken “Found this song super recently on a vinyl compilation, and it’s been my favorite since.”... by Madeleine Beck Above the Fold Momma shares songs for the new age rock star ...today. For the emerging rock outfit Momma, a (semi-ironic) grappling with modern rockdom dominates the thematics of its latest album Household Name, set to release... by Megan Hullander Above the Fold Inside ‘My Comrade,’ a time capsule of NYC’s legendary drag scene ...fans, who obsessively collect and share past issues among each other. Musician and performer Macy Rodman, who is the magazine’s latest cover star, knew about... by Meka Boyle Above the Fold Leah Hennessey steals the spotlight at Celine’s Spring/Summer 2023 menswear show ...New York band Gustaf, which perhaps spoke to the new wave influence in the collection: boxy blazers dripping in pearls and crystal brooches, generous suiting... by Divya Bala Fashion Portfolio Unified’s designs foreground versatility and collectability ...that normally wouldn’t associate with one another, but they have this thing in common. Megan: Where did the idea for Unified come from? Michael: I’ve... by Megan Hullander Above the Fold Kenzo’s Spring/Summer 2023 collection merges prep and Japanese street style ...Cold War was coming to an end, American university students were role models, and the DC Brand Boom reigned. “The collection de- and reconstructs the... by Madison Bulnes Above the Fold For Summer 2023, Hermès channels the joys of escape from the city ...release, “with the breeze imperceptibly ruffling the clothes that enfold you.” The clothes in question: airy blousons, seahorse-printed tanks, crocodile jackets, satin bucket hats, roomy... by Morgan Becker Above the Fold Loewe’s latest menswear collection redefines what it is to be natural “Grass growing on cloth. Birds flying, fish swimming, water dripping, and humans kissing on screens. The real and the digitally reproduced. Nature and technology meet... by Morgan Becker Above the Fold Sauvages Paris welcomes the launch of At.Kollektive and 10 years of Document ...of fresh air, party-goers headed toward street-level, to Sauvages’s upstairs restaurant space, Tzantza. The spirit of celebration ran high, for new friends and old friends... by Morgan Becker Above the Fold sadie’s book guide for finding awe in the ordinary ...moments of euphoria and agony in everyday experiences are exaggerated into computer-warped hyperpop songs: “Think I’ll get it all right / Then it’s over,” she... by Megan Hullander Above the Fold Dior embodies cottagecore for Spring/Summer 2023 Dior Homme’s Spring/Summer 2023 collection featured everything needed for a backpacking trip through Europe. Airy pastels, cottagecore straw hats, reclaimed cashmere, tailored shorts with built-in... by Madison Bulnes
Above the Fold Tank and the Bangas push funk and soul traditions toward the future It’s fitting that Tank and the Bangas’ big break came through their NPR Tiny Desk Concert. The soul-heavy, genre-rejecting New Orleans band shone brightest in... by Cole Cahill
Above the Fold ‘Surface’ is more psychological than it is thriller ...Certainly, in the time that we made it: in 2021, in the midst of the pandemic, the idea of having a new, clean slate, the... by Megan Hullander
Above the Fold BlackStar Film Festival eschews convention, reflecting radical shifts in cinema My first experience with the BlackStar Film Festival was in 2016. My mom and I drove to Philadelphia from Newark to screen our film Ori... by Emann Odufu
Above the Fold Louis Vuitton’s Empreinte collection takes a modern approach to emblematic codes On August 19, Louis Vuitton will launch new iterations of its Empreinte Fine Jewelry line. The original collection was designed in 2004, distinctive for its... by Madeleine Beck
Above the Fold Anna Delvey wants to be the new face of prison reform ...shares her vision for a new iteration of ADF—one that centers advocacy, not exclusivity. “I’m not interested in creating a private social club in New... by Camille Sojit Pejcha
Above the Fold For a story about stereotypes, B.J. Novak’s ‘Vengeance’ has some blind spots of its own B.J. Novak’s Vengeance is a fish-out-of-water comedy in which jaded New York podcaster Ben Manalowitz (Novak) travels to Texas to learn about himself and America.... by Noah Berlatsky
Above the Fold On Model Mayhem, everyday people become the author of their own fantasy New York City’s reputation of free expression has long attracted people fleeing conservative hometowns and familial traumas. It is the city where one’s truest self... by Madison Bulnes
Above the Fold DJ Luka Tacon’s soundtrack for summer ...come out, and it’s finally here. Ray Mang forever!” “Brand New Drop (Nuff Pedals Remix)” by Addison Grove “This song perfectly encapsulates an unbearably hot... by Document Journal
Above the Fold The intimacy of nightlife, according to its curators Tucked away in Gramercy, New York is an exclusive, members-only club called Chapel Bar. Located inside a 19th-century church and schoolhouse, the ecclesiastical destination was... by Madeleine Beck
Above the Fold Jensen McRae shares the songs she wishes she wrote ...“Good Legs,” “Wolves,” and “Dead Girl Walking,” she embodies the numbness that is a consequence of absorbing everything around you, realizing the greatest heartbreak is... by Kayla Herrera-Daya
Above the Fold Elisa Sue Young Park’s ‘Just Like Heaven’ embodies the allure of the anti-hero ...for the rights of systematically disadvantaged communities. This atmosphere has really instilled in me a sense of community and purpose that I strive to manifest... by Megan Hullander
Above the Fold To Spencer Sweeney, nightlife is a protean and ever-changing landscape ...are included in Perfect. What do you miss most about New York’s nightlife and art world scenes during that time? Spencer: Well, I don’t really... by Madison Bulnes
Above the Fold ‘Kimi’ doesn’t belong on the big screen—but neither do most stories Steven Soderbergh’s latest thriller will never dominate the cultural conversation, but does that mean it isn’t good?... by Noah Berlatsky
At Large From El Paso to Harlem: Troy Montes-Michie explores the subversive history of the zoot suit ...for example, one might analyze the clothing choices of Martin Luther King Jr., his cohort, and other leaders. Why would the men march in protest... by Monique Long
Above the Fold Riane Eisler and Tao Lin on shifting our cultural paradigm ...perspective and on my research, says, ‘These people don’t bother reading anything, and even if they did, they would find something wrong with the research,... by Tao Lin
Above the Fold Military PTSD could be a vehicle for further drug decriminalization ...impressionable. They end up witnessing the deaths of their friends, severe combat, and the destruction of cities and communities. It makes sense that these experiences... by Madison Bulnes
Above the Fold Luke Gilford revives the myth of the American West at the queer rodeo ...wearing pseudo-Western styles making pseudo-country music. But despite its mainstream commercialization, there are communities that are truly embodying the heart of cowboy culture, keeping the... by Megan Hullander
Above the Fold Saint Laurent’s latest collection journeys to the Agafay Desert ...in love with the city, its relaxing culture, and the bright colors common to the local clothing styles. Returning to the founder’s original muse, Creative... by Madison Bulnes
Above the Fold Sipper’s songs to feel safe again ...Since releasing “Adam Driver” in 2019, he has dropped six albums, with the latest, Pink Songs 2, coming out Friday, July 8th. The album is... by Maraya Fisher
At Large Matthew Williams wants his clothing to have a life of its own ...New York a bit, because you seem to have a personal connection to the city—obviously, in the name 1017 ALYX 9SM, 9SM being 9 Saint... by Hannah Ongley
Above the Fold Guilherme da Silva’s ‘Overture’ constructs a queer Arcadia ...a sunlit meadow, splayed out peacefully on the grass, playing wind instruments often associated with heaven. The figures themselves seem to bear a celestial aura,... by Olivia Noss
Above the Fold Ask Liara: A sex worker’s guide to living, loving, and fucking ...lot of anxiety about hooking up with new people? It might be good to sit with any insecurities that might come up for you when... by Liara Roux
At Large New York was killing me: Seeking community in the city of cultural saturation ...“route” in the worst possible way. There were ghosts everywhere. One day I ended up at a party at the Chelsea Hotel, another place which... by Rahel Aima
Above the Fold In ‘Brotherhood and Sisterhood,’ Elianel Clinton expands the definition of flesh and blood The up-and-coming photographer captured pairs of siblings in his latest project, referencing the intersections of race and queerness... by Morgan Becker
Fashion Portfolio Photographer Edd Horder and stylist Lilia Toncheva O’Rourke chronicle a modern interpretation of Morris dancing ...O’Rourke chronicle Morris dancing in one of its newer, purer forms: Fool’s Gambit is made up of a new generation, intent on revamping the legendary... by Madison Bulnes
Above the Fold Britt Lloyd meditates on masculinity and biophilic utopias ...photography and moving image, in some sense, have become your primal form of communication. How does it affect your way of communicating with the world?... by Olisa Tasie-Amadi Jr.
Above the Fold Jordan Castro’s ‘The Novelist’ is a metafictional exploration of mundanity ...yourself in this novel come from? Jordan: My wife, Nicolette Polek, suggested naming [that character] Jordan Castro as a way to complicate the narrative voice.... by Sarah McEachern
Above the Fold Sean Pablo’s ‘A Season in Hell’ finds stillness in life’s fleeting moments ...a type of immersive experience. Did you start your process knowing what you wanted the space to look and feel like, or did the final... by Syd Walker
At Large Jimmy DeSana, an iconoclast even within the ’70s avant-garde, is finally entering mainstream consciousness ...we felt? Maybe I’m being naïve. Maybe every young new artist who comes to New York feels the way I felt or Jimmy felt, like... by Megan Hullander
Above the Fold Viagra Boys descend into man’s rawest form—and the rabbit hole of YouTube conspiracies ...like that. I think things are simpler than that. If you break them down, things aren’t that complicated; it’s just people who want money, and... by Megan Hullander
Above the Fold Demna’s latest collection for Balenciaga is built in monochrome ...collection was created from upcycled items, using vintage bomber jackets, parkas, car coats and jeans to construct new pieces, a tangible response to new standards... by Madeleine Beck
Above the Fold For Dior, Ukrainian artist Olesia Trofymenko crafts a hymn to life and living ...Document to discuss the making of and inspirations for Dior’s latest line. Divya Bala: What first drew you to the tree of life as a... by Divya Bala
Above the Fold Michele Saunders recounts a summer with James Baldwin in the South of France ...became fascinated by a new phenomenon known as rock & roll—which at the time, no one else at her school seemed to care about. Realizing... by Miss Rosen
Above the Fold On ‘Janky Star,’ Grace Ives is making pop without persona ...she liked the shape of it. Since its permanent application onto her body, however, she’s derived new meanings for the form. Some of these meanings... by Megan Hullander
Above the Fold Document rings in a decade of independent art and culture at Le Dive Last night, at Le Dive, the t​​abac-inspired bar at the center of New York’s most infamous micro-neighborhood, Document’s editor and chief Nick Vogelson greeted new... by Megan Hullander
At Large Eileen Myles chronicles a people’s history of East River Park ...competition to reimagine the coastline of New York. The Bjarke Ingels Group won, and the component that directly involved East River Park was the ESCR.... by Eileen Myles
Above the Fold Searching for queer sanctuary in Porto ...before my arrival. I pored over the links that appeared when I’d type questions into my search engine like, “Where are the queer people in... by Mallory Bea
Conversations Gabriela Hearst and Amber Valletta look back to the land to imagine an energized future ...people don’t come. But you should come. You will love it. Amber: I would love to come and see you there, that would be epic.... by Morgan Becker
Above the Fold Francisco Costa looks to the earth to nourish the body ...example, AROMA, our new unisex scent, features notes that evoke phytoncides, which are chemicals emitted from trees that have proven to lower stress levels and... by Megan Hullander
Above the Fold Lucy’s extensive list of songs he’s cried to ...I Get to Yous” by Ruddy Thomas featuring Marcia Aitken “Found this song super recently on a vinyl compilation, and it’s been my favorite since.”... by Madeleine Beck
Above the Fold Momma shares songs for the new age rock star ...today. For the emerging rock outfit Momma, a (semi-ironic) grappling with modern rockdom dominates the thematics of its latest album Household Name, set to release... by Megan Hullander
Above the Fold Inside ‘My Comrade,’ a time capsule of NYC’s legendary drag scene ...fans, who obsessively collect and share past issues among each other. Musician and performer Macy Rodman, who is the magazine’s latest cover star, knew about... by Meka Boyle
Above the Fold Leah Hennessey steals the spotlight at Celine’s Spring/Summer 2023 menswear show ...New York band Gustaf, which perhaps spoke to the new wave influence in the collection: boxy blazers dripping in pearls and crystal brooches, generous suiting... by Divya Bala
Fashion Portfolio Unified’s designs foreground versatility and collectability ...that normally wouldn’t associate with one another, but they have this thing in common. Megan: Where did the idea for Unified come from? Michael: I’ve... by Megan Hullander
Above the Fold Kenzo’s Spring/Summer 2023 collection merges prep and Japanese street style ...Cold War was coming to an end, American university students were role models, and the DC Brand Boom reigned. “The collection de- and reconstructs the... by Madison Bulnes
Above the Fold For Summer 2023, Hermès channels the joys of escape from the city ...release, “with the breeze imperceptibly ruffling the clothes that enfold you.” The clothes in question: airy blousons, seahorse-printed tanks, crocodile jackets, satin bucket hats, roomy... by Morgan Becker
Above the Fold Loewe’s latest menswear collection redefines what it is to be natural “Grass growing on cloth. Birds flying, fish swimming, water dripping, and humans kissing on screens. The real and the digitally reproduced. Nature and technology meet... by Morgan Becker
Above the Fold Sauvages Paris welcomes the launch of At.Kollektive and 10 years of Document ...of fresh air, party-goers headed toward street-level, to Sauvages’s upstairs restaurant space, Tzantza. The spirit of celebration ran high, for new friends and old friends... by Morgan Becker
Above the Fold sadie’s book guide for finding awe in the ordinary ...moments of euphoria and agony in everyday experiences are exaggerated into computer-warped hyperpop songs: “Think I’ll get it all right / Then it’s over,” she... by Megan Hullander
Above the Fold Dior embodies cottagecore for Spring/Summer 2023 Dior Homme’s Spring/Summer 2023 collection featured everything needed for a backpacking trip through Europe. Airy pastels, cottagecore straw hats, reclaimed cashmere, tailored shorts with built-in... by Madison Bulnes