The Shoe Surgeon: Sneakers as a canvas
Dominic Ciambrone, also known as The Shoe Surgeon, is the sneaker virtuoso behind the iconic, handcrafted shoes of celebrities like LeBron James, Justin Bieber, Will.I.Am, Drake and DJ Khaled. At a young age, Ciambrone developed a passion for handcrafting and sewing. He was 16 when he first customized a pair of Air Force 1’s in his Santa Rosa garage by airbrushing it and transplanting the Nike swoosh to the top of the shoe. After humble beginnings and years of practice, his expertise and creativity got himself noticed by celebrities in music and films. He then moved to Los Angeles, where he became a leader in the sneaker industry… READ MORE Share your experience with #TheShoeSurgeon
Naurelle: Unparalleled elegance made in Italy
In the Los Angeles design district, Kayvan Nahai’s high-end showroom Naurelle offers unique collections of luxury furniture and lighting from European manufacturers and designers. Immersed in the art and tradition of Italian design for over 30 years, the family business provides unparalleled sophistication and elegance in interior design. At Naurelle, the finest workmanship meets timeless design. Committed to selecting the finest artisans in classic and modern design… READ MORE
Nikita Kahn: Organic interiors of timeless sophistication
Nikita Kahn’s approach to interior design is based on timelessness. She loves creating spaces that are comfortable and never go out of style. Through a neutral color palette, warm fabrics and updated, vintage, mid-century modern furniture, she designs luxurious, inviting, functional spaces that are both cozy and ethereal. A native of Ukraine, Kahn earned her bachelor’s degree in hospitality tourism and a Master of Business Administration before moving to the United States in 2009, where she started studying architecture and design… READ MORE
