Watertaxicab Confessions
Summary
Lauren Sherman and Alistair McKinney discuss the launch of Prototype, a new creative magazine and product store featuring a collaboration with Pierre Is and a tribute to Tom Sachs. The episode then shifts to Amanda Dobbins, who shares her experience covering the Venice Film Festival, including the premiere of Prime Time and the Gallagher Brothers. They analyze the festival's red carpet trends, noting a shift toward casual styles, and reflect on the performative nature of standing ovations and the mix of industry insiders and public attendees.
Topics discussed
Macy's limited edition designer collaboration launch
Introduction and Alistair McKim's arrival
Prototype magazine concept and creative community
Team assembly and Pierre's chair collaboration
Product availability and industrial design focus
Business model: no advertising and zine structure
Brand partnerships and studio support strategies
Contributors, Tom Sachs, and Susan Kappa
Launch events and Skepta feature
Closing thoughts and where to buy Prototype
Amanda Dobbins' Venice trip and Primetime premiere
Elizabeth Holmes documentary and Nathan Fielder
Venice Regatta and navigating the city
Venice Film Festival structure and purpose
Standing ovations and festival performance culture
Primetime film review and Robert Pattinson
Red carpet fashion and celebrity style
Oasis concert and water taxi photos
Louis Vuitton and Dior red carpet looks
Drize Van Noten exhibition: The Only True Protest is Beauty
Art, craft, and the Prada Foundation visit
LVMH Prize ceremony and Phoebe Philo
Industry consolidation and award show culture
Virginie Viard's Chanel memoir announcement
Chanel's cultural impact and final wrap-up
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