What began as lunch at The Monkey Tree Cafe & Bar opened the door to Banana Bay Boracay, a thoughtful approach to island hospitality, and a side of Boracay, Philippines, that deserves far more attention. Most people arrive in Boracay already knowing what they came to see. White Beach has earned its reputation: powdery sand, […]

Hidden behind the palms of Station 1, a former private home offers a more intimate way to experience one of the Philippines’ most famous islands. There is a moment when you arrive at The Strand Boutique Resort when Boracay seems to disappear. Not completely, of course. White Beach is still nearby, along with the restaurants, […]

A viral video gave Jules and Shawn Kolodny something most entrepreneurs spend years searching for: unmistakable product-market fit. What they built next offers a lesson in scale, creativity, technology, and building a company with the person you love. There are viral moments, and then there are business opportunities disguised as viral moments. For Jules and […]

For centuries women have been measured against impossible standards of youth – from flawless skin and thick, luscious hair to bodies expected to defy time itself. Yet when the inevitable tell-tale signs of aging begin to sprout at the edges of your crown, reality sets in. The question arises, am I old? An almost reactionary […]

In a world where burnout has become commonplace, wellness has evolved from an occasional luxury into an everyday necessity. According to the American Psychological Association, more than three-quarters of adults report experiencing physical symptoms related to stress, while younger professionals are reporting unprecedented levels of exhaustion and emotional fatigue. As conversations around longevity, prevention, and […]

Every summer, the Hamptons transforms into the East Coast’s ultimate playground, where sun-drenched days give way to glamorous evenings filled with philanthropy, fine dining, unforgettable performances, and coveted invitations. This season carries an even greater sense of celebration as America marks its 250th anniversary of independence, inspiring a summer that blends tradition, community, and unmistakable […]

The beauty industry rarely suffers from a shortage of new brands. What is far less common is a company that arrives with a genuinely focused concept. Novéra, which recently celebrated the opening of its first retail space in New York, has built its identity around a single product category: the face mist. The idea came […]

Everybody loves a swag bag—and at Gurus, we love gifting our favorite Gurus. But for us, the gift bags have never been just about what guests take home. They are an extension of the Gurus Beauty Awards itself—a thoughtfully curated collection of brands that reflect the innovation, creativity, and passion celebrated throughout the evening. Every […]

Entrepreneur Lauren Falcione opens up about confidence, resilience, motherhood, beauty, self-worth, and the lessons she’s learned while building a life and business on her own terms.

There is something undeniably magical about New York City from above. An endless skyline. The pulse of Times Square. The feeling that, for a moment, you’re floating above the vigor that makes Manhattan unlike anywhere else in the world. Now, that experience has a new address. Perched 33 stories above the city, Voco Roofbar has […]

Perimenopause is one of the most misunderstood and under-supported stages of a woman’s life. Despite affecting millions of American women for up to a decade before menopause, new research from TENA reveals a striking reality: those in perimenopause are among the least likely to seek medical help despite experiencing a wide range of disruptive symptoms. […]

A Legacy Built on Care By the time Dr. David Smotrich jokes that he’s merely “an accessory” to his fashion-loving wife, you already understand something essential about him: he’s the kind of man who can casually understate a legacy. It’s a legacy that quietly changed thousands of lives. For more than three decades, the founder […]

Marcia returns for her next travel diary with Gurus Magazine, marking a milestone in her series exploring the world’s most enchanting destinations—now shifting her focus to her lifelong passion for Africa. Marcia invites readers on a deeply personal journey through nearly four decades of safari adventures, from the breathtaking dunes of Namibia to the vibrant […]

Fresh from their debuts at Las Vegas Watch Week, Swiss watchmaker Frederique Constant is spotlighting two new Classics releases that speak to both innovation and personal style: the Classics Moneta Solarmetre and the Classics Ladies Automatic Double Heart Beat. The Classics Moneta Solarmetre marks a milestone moment for the brand, introducing the first-ever Frederique Constant […]

For decades, business culture has been dominated by metrics, efficiency, and scale. But according to entrepreneur, author, and former Reddit executive Will Cady, the next era of leadership may depend on something entirely different: humanity. As co-founder of HEAL MVMNT, Cady is helping executives, founders, and organizations rethink what leadership looks like in an age […]

Marcia Kimpton returns for another captivating travel diary with Gurus Magazine, continuing her series of deeply personal journeys through some of the world’s most unforgettable destinations. This time, Marcia shares her enduring fascination with the timeless beauty, mythology, and spirit of Greece — a place she describes as nothing short of magical. From the ancient […]

Blu Dot’s Field Trip project for NYCxDESIGN unexpectedly reminded me of The Red Balloon, Albert Lamorisse’s magical 1956 short about a balloon drifting through Paris with a mind of its own. In these photographs, Blu Dot’s Field Lounge Chair begins to behave similarly — less like furniture than a strangely sentient companion wandering through Minneapolis in the dead of winter. Photographed […]

The perimenopause and hormone conversation has exploded. From Oprah and The New York Times to virtually every top-tier wellness podcast, the dialogue surrounding women’s health is finally entering the mainstream. However, a critical piece is missing from these discussions: the thyroid. Popular podcaster Dr. Amie Hornaman’s upcoming book, The Thyroid Fix (Simon & Schuster, May […]

Marcia Kimpton returns for her sixth travel diary with Gurus Magazine, marking a milestone in her series exploring the world’s most enchanting destinations—now focusing on her deep love for France. Marcia invites readers on a personal journey through her favorite regions, Bourgogne and the Côte d’Azur. From filming her movie in the quaint streets of […]

Name: Zusha Goldin Occupation: Photographer Bit of bio: Meet Zusha Goldin. Raised as the youngest of ten in an Ultra-Orthodox Jewish family in Brooklyn, Goldin arrived in Los Angeles at age 20 with nothing — no money, no connections, and no reason to believe success was inevitable. Within two years, he was working alongside names […]