From tempting the taste buds to enchanting the eye, these new L.A. hits will captivate every sense.
Loungewear from Potent Goods PHOTO: BY RYDER SLOANE
A selection of Potent Goods products PHOTO: BY ALAINA THAI
UP IN SMOKE Potent Goods is dedicated to creating luxury products that bring a sense of euphoria to cannabis lovers. The Hollywood-based lifestyle brand—created by co-founder Gela Nash-Taylor and son Travis Nash—spotlights products like pre-roll packs, vaporizer pens and a chic loungewear collection reminiscent of Nash-Taylor’s roots as cofounder of Juicy Couture. Each set features prints inspired by the duo’s favorite cannabis strains, including the indica-based Offline, formulated for relaxation and adorned with a floral print; Amplify, a snake print-covered, creativity-inspiring sativa blend; and more. “All of our clothing is designed to enhance the smoking experience,” shares Nash-Taylor about the unisex collection. “It’s absolutely luxurious—comfort and glamour combined—which has now become the epitome of Los Angeles style.” potentgoodslashop.com
The Shops at Sportsmen’s Lodge is set to open late 2021. PHOTO: COURTESY OF THE SHOPS AT SPORTSMEN’S LODGE
SHOP TILL YOU DROP The Shops at Sportsmen’s Lodge is determined to raise the bar when it comes to West Coast shopping centers. Featuring a slew of L.A. favorites including Fred Segal, SUGARFISH, Erewhon, Vuori and many others, shops are set to open at the end of 2021 and into next year. “The goal was to create a charming and intimate parklike village of shops, eateries and wellness offerings buffered from the bustle of Ventura Boulevard,” says architect Rob Jernigan, co-managing principal of Gensler’s L.A. office. “We intentionally designed the project to appeal to and fit seamlessly within the fabric of the neighborhood.”Studio City, shopsatsportsmenslodge.com
PHOTO: COURTESY OF IYC
PHOTO: BY BRENT BROZA
SMOOTH SAILING From yacht sales to insurance, charter or management, IYC’s seasoned status makes it one of the most trusted in the industry. With the company’s new office in Marina del Rey, it fills out its North American presence as the No. 1 team for global yacht sales and the largest charter fleet in the industry, while bringing a multitude of services to Angelenos. “We’re really seeing the expedition yacht market gaining a lot of traction—clients’ desires to get off the beaten path is far more appealing now than ever before,” says IYC sales consultant Matthew Stone. Expect a superb selection of boats, from expedition yachts for the enthusiastic explorer to vintage yacht fishers for those looking for something more old-school. Whatever your taste, a boatload of services—including the ability to charter a yacht from anywhere in the world, or shopping for your next seaworthy vessel—are sure to suit your fancy. Marina del Rey, iyc.com
Casper Brindle’s exhibition Light | Glyphs debuts at William Turner Gallery Sept. 11 PHOTO: CASPER BRINDLE, “HIEROGLYPH 2” (2020, ACRYLIC ON LINEN WITH GOLD AND SILVER LEAF), 102 INCHES BY 72 INCHES, COURTESY OF WILLIAM TURNER GALLERY
Brindle. PHOTO: CASPER BRINDLE, “HIEROGLYPH 2” (2020, ACRYLIC ON LINEN WITH GOLD AND SILVER LEAF), 102 INCHES BY 72 INCHES, COURTESY OF WILLIAM TURNER GALLERY
SEE THE LIGHT Known for his abstract and otherworldly pieces involving investigations into light, color and perspective, artist Casper Brindle is unveiling Light | Glyphs, his new show at William Turner Gallery in Santa Monica. His newest collection features Portal-Glyphs (pieces that experiment with vivid gradients of color within the constraints of 90-degree angles) and striking Light-Glyphs (works with muted palettes and dramatic blades of color viewed through frosted sculptural boxes). “I am a surfer and consequently out on the water a lot,” says Brindle. “You could say that my work is a poetic response to that passion. Often, there will be certain times of day, or moments, where the light just stops you—pulls you out of your head and forces you to reflect and just take it all in—to be reminded how beautiful, wonderfully precious and fleeting it all is.” Sept. 11-Nov. 5, Santa Monica, williamturnergallery.com
Armani is the official style partner of Chargers LUX PHOTO COURTESY OF: THE LOS ANGELES CHARGERS/MIKE NOVAK
DRESSED TO IMPRESS Chargers LUX—the L.A. football team’s premium membership program that connects suite owners and select club seat owners to exclusive experiences—has brought on Armani as its official luxury style partner. “This partnership is all about connection, bringing our two worlds together and creating unique experiences and providing access,” explains Kevin Gessay, Chargers LUX vice president. “This partnership will bring together Armani VIP clientele and LUX members in a compelling and memorable way through personal experiences, not only throughout the season, but the entire year, and will continue to evolve in the years to come.” Whether that be special events, exclusive activations or customized merchandise, one thing is certain: The offerings are VIP all the way. “We have created a best-in-class, first-of-its-kind sports hospitality platform,” says Gessay. “Giorgio Armani brings a level of cache that is unparalleled and delivers on our promise to our members to expect the unexpected.” chargers.com; armani.com
Healthy dishes from Provenance Meals PHOTO COURTESY OF: PROVENANCE
HEALTHY HABITS After wowing New Yorkers with its healthy meal delivery service, Provenance Meals has made its long-awaited arrival to the West Coast. The delivery service’s top-notch chefs—trained by Michelin-starred restaurants—are committed to never sacrificing flavor for nutrition. Meals are conceptualized to provide time-deprived customers with fresh, innovative meals that taste incredible and won’t weigh them down. “They are acts of self-care and timesavers wrapped into one, which can be hard to come by,” shares founder Caroll Lee of the cooked, ready-to-eat organic meals that are 100% free of refined sugars and oils, gluten and dairy. The new Daily Essentials plan features a frequently changing menu with plant-based or omnivorous options. With so much versatility, personalizing your health journey has never been easier—or more delicious. provenancemeals.com
PHOTO COURTESY OF: YOUBE
WORK IT! While some companies have slowly gone back to the office, there’s a large percentage of Angelenos working from home who no longer have that option. And while there are definitely perks—afternoon nap, anyone?—the lack of a dedicated workplace away from home has left many dreaming of the watercooler chats that once seemed so benign. Thankfully, YouBe has opened a bright and airy coworking space in West Adams—the first of many more to come. “We envision YouBe to be the next iteration of coworking concepts that offers more flexibility,” says co-founder Jenny Berglund Castro. “We offer a one-membership, all-locations model. Memberships are free and you buy what time you need whether it’s an hour or a week.” Look out for a second location in Larchmont soon, with about 50 more to follow in the next two years. yoube.today
Inside YouBe’s West Adams space. PHOTO COURTESY OF: YOUBE
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