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<h1>Home</h1><br>This month Zink asks, "What do you tune in to tune out?"<BR><BR>First up we offer a helping hand with an all-too cool wrench for your toolbox. You'll be begging for something to break!<BR><BR>In our Style Fusion section, brighten up for summer with "Color Therapy," and then take a trip to the dark side with Zink's favorite new designer, Rad Hourani, in "Totally Rad."<BR><BR>It's all about the ladies in Combustion this month - from Mizuo Peck in "Front Woman" to the rockstar chicks in "Women on Top."<BR><BR>Next, live the "Suite Life" with Zink in tow and cool off with a bit of that old "Summer Wind." In our "Tee Zone," dress down to dress up for sexy success.<BR><BR>Finally, Vaporization heads down south to discover the "Art Nuevo" of Chile. Sizzling!<h1>Inside Zink</h1><br><h2>ignition</h2>What's hot right now.<br><h3>NEED A HAND?</h3>Tools are usually something kept shoved away in a dusty drawer, only to be called upon when we notice a light bulb is out or a picture needs hanging. However, the Hand Wrench is one tool that is stylish enough to put on display. Function meets art in this cast bronze piece by Paul Julius Martus. Paying close attention to detail, the molding is a beautiful and eerily realistic human hand, where the thumb is adjustable and the thumb and forefinger do the gripping in the same manner that a normal wrench would work. While entertaining company, you might feel the need to mention that the table seems a bit wobbly and that you have just the thing to fix it. It's the perfect tool to demonstrate your impeccable taste in design. DesignMartus.com MAYA DE LA RUPELLE<br><h3>BREAKDOWN</h3>Germaphobes and trendsetters alike rejoice! Snap-A-Party place settings allow you to host an instant picnic in the park on the fly. These distinctive place settings are reminiscent of the model car kits you'd snap off as a kid. Jason Amendolara's clever design for the Fred line of products is sure to please you and your friends. The settings come with a plate, fork, knife, spoon, napkin ring, chopsticks, and even a toothpick! You have the choice of four fun colors. Snap-A-Party is also a great gift idea for your lazy roommate who always leaves you a sink filled with dirty dishes to clean. Or if the idea of using those bagged utensils at various eating establishments creeps you out, Snap-A-Party relieves you with an entertaining alternative. Not only is this design efficient, it's not bad to look at either. With its just-off-the-assembly-line appeal, you may not want to snap out the pieces at all. WorldwideFred.com KATHRYN WIRSING<br><h3>DOW IN THE DUMPS</h3>In an age where everyone is desensitized to violence (thanks to Hollywood and the evening news), and everyone else is too pumped full of mood stabilizers to recognize human emotion, there isn't much that will tug at your heartstrings. Well, if nothing else brings a tear to your eye, then perhaps we should remind you about the amount of money you have lost on the market over the last five months. The Dow Jones Hanky, by the very sympathetic people at Design Glut, says that "It's OK to cry" because we're all human - despite what the boys at the gym say. The 100-percent linen hanky is embroidered with the graph of the Dow Jones over the last five years, and for $95 can be personalized with a graph of your own stock portfolio. Available at DesignGlut.com CHRISTIANNE CLARKE<br><br><h2>style fusion</h2>Fashion, beauty, technology and design.<br><h3>BEING GREEN</h3>THIS MONTH DONATE TO A DIFFERENT KIND OF GREEN PIECE.<BR><BR>Forget about wearing your heart on your sleeve - wear it around your neck with Leigh & Luca's hand-printed Recycle Scarf. Crafted in Inner Mongolia on looms that are over 100 years old, the Recycle Scarf is 95 percent cotton and five percent silk - light enough for late spring, with the classic green recycle logo and the brand's signature collection border. This limited-edition item benefits The We Campaign, which designers Gillian Leigh and Susann Luca hold dear to their hearts. A nonprofit, nonpartisan effort founded by Nobel laureate and former Vice President Al Gore, The We Campaign's goal is to build a movement that creates the political will to solve the climate crisis - in part through repowering America with 100 percent of its electricity from clean energy sources within ten years. Forty percent of proceeds received through the designers' web site will go to The We Campaign. The likes of Naomi Watts and Mary Kate and Ashley Olsen have been spotted wearing Leigh & Luca. Isn't it time you got with the program? LeighLuca.com MAYA DE LA RUPELLE<br><h3>TOTALLY RAD</h3>WITH ONLY FIVE COLLECTIONS UNDER HIS BELT, DESIGNER RAD HOURANI IS MAKING THE FASHION WORLD FROM PARIS TO NEW YORK SIR UP AND TAKE NOTICE.<BR><BR>Timeless, unseasonal and asexual. Though frequently described using the barest of adjectives, Rad Hourani's clothes are nothing if not distinctive. During New York Fashion Week in February, the 26-year-old showed a Fall/Winter collection that oozed the confidence of a well-seasoned designer but was in fact only his fifth ready-to-wear presentation to date. A new offering of Hourani's signature aesthetic, the look was long, layered silhouettes, straight lines and lots of black. Standouts in the collection were the slashed leather pants that he layered under several looks, adding an edge to the elegantly draped blouses and vests. Hourani also took a step (albeit a small one) away from an all-black palate, throwing in splashes of midnight blue and patches of mirrored sequins in geometric patterns, offering a cheeky take on what he has described as the look of "weightless armor." EMILY KROPP<br><h3>GO BRONZE</h3>GET THAT SUMMER GLOW - THE HEALTHY WAY. YOUR SKIND IS GOING TO THANK YOU FOR IT!<BR><BR>Photographed by <A HREF="http://www.norimichi.com/" TARGET="_blank"><U>NORIMICHI INOGUCHI</U></A><BR><BR>Clockwise from top left:<BR>M.A.C eyeshadow in Et Tu, Bouqet, available at MACCosmetics.com, $14.50.<BR><BR>ESTEE LAUDER Pure Color Long Lasting Lipstick in new limited-edition Golden Goddess, available at EsteeLauder.com, $20.<BR><BR>M.A.C Sstyle Warrior Collection, available at MACCosmetics.com, $14.<BR><BR>ESTEE LAUDER Pure Color Gloss Stick, available at EsteeLauder.com, $18.50.<BR><BR>M.A.C Eyeshadow in Bright Future, available at MACCosmetics.com, $14.50.<BR><BR>M.A.C Lipglass from the Style Warrior Collection, available at MACCosmetics.com, $14.<BR><BR>YVES SAINT LAURANT Water-Resistant Cream Eye Shadow, available at YSLBeautyUs.com, $28.50.<BR><BR>M.A.C Lipglass Style Warrior Collection, available at MACCosmetics.com, $14. <BR><BR>ESTEE LAUDER Bronze Goddess Luminous Liquid Bronzer, available at EsteeLauder.com, $28.50.<br><br><h2>combustion</h2>Film, TV, art, music, books and nightlife.<br><h3>FRONT WOMAN</h3>ERIKA MEHIEL CATCHES UP WITH ROCKIN' ACTRESS KRYSTEN RITTER.<BR><BR>Photographed by <A HREF="http://hamasanders.com" TARGET="_blank"><U>HAMA SANDERS</U></A>.<BR><BR>Krysten Ritter may be a triple threat, but she's nothing if not charming. Energetic, quick to laugh and self-effacing, Ritter transitioned from model to actress, and has added writing (pilots and feature films) and music to her resume (she's the lead singer/songwriter for indie band Ex Vivian). Fresh off her success playing Suze, Isla Fisher's best friend in Confessions of a Shopaholic, Ritter is appearing next in the AMC episodic Breaking Bad and gearing up for the Gossip Girl episode "Eyes Wide Open" that may (fingers crossed!) launch the much gossiped about GG spin-off. Here we talk to Ritter about everything but acting... well, almost. ERIKA MEHIEL<br><h3>CITY LIGHTS</h3>UP-AND-COMER MIZUO PECK SPENDS THE SUMMER IN THE CITY THAT NEVER SLEEPS - AND FITS RIGHT IN.<BR><BR>Photographed by <A HREF="http://www.heidihartwig.com" TARGET="_blank"><U>HEIDI HARTWIG</U></A>.<BR><BR>If New York City were a woman she would be Mizuo Peck: Equal parts the intriguing flirt and the street-savvy hustler, with looks that dazzle and confuse. A bit Japanese, a bit Irish and English, a bit Cherokee, and a healthy bit '50s knockout. If Peck doesn't smoke, she sounds like she does, but that doesn't stop her from being the queen of downtown karaoke. She's a romantic, a realist and a neighborhood kid, hitting her stride as a working actress in the city that never sleeps. This summer Peck reprises her role as Sacajawea in the epic blockbuster Night At The Museum - Battle of the Smithsonian, reunited with familiar faces Ben Stiller and Robin Williams, and united with newcomers Amy Adams and Hank Azaria. ERIKA MEHIEL<br><h3>WOMEN ON TOP</h3>FEMALE ROCKERS ARE STILL KICKING ASS AND TAKING NAMES. <BR> <BR> As summer brings a bevy of new releases and nationwide tours a trend is emerging among the hottest tickets in town: rock chicks are in and pop tarts are out, giving the guys a run for their money. In the cyclical world of music, some would say it's about time we brought back the hard-hitting female rock/pop chicks who can hold their own on stage, who are not afraid of smashing a guitar or two. After all, doesn't the world need charismatic front women who believe good music should trump hot pants (or at least work in conjunction with)? How long this will last, nobody can say but with women like these, here's hoping many more follow in their footsteps. ANGELA GILLTRAP<BR><BR>ROSIE AND THE GOLDBUG<BR>Hailing from England's Cornwall, Rosie and the Goldbug have been touted as one of the best live acts to catch this summer. The British trio have played some of the most influential festivals in the UK and recently hit the U.S. on a whirlwind tour. A NME reviewer of their SXSW performance claimed their "razzle-dazzle limelight-stealing [was] Broadway-worthy." "I absolutely love performing," says Rosie. "It's where everything comes together, a whole tsumani I suppose." The trio, who met at university, put a lot of effort into the performing side of things with costumes and glitter, top hats and ruffles. Thankfully the show doesn't stop there; their blend of electronic rock soon has naysayers believing in the substance behind the showstoppers. "I'm not a fan of those who rely on female sexuality alone. Great bands don't do that. They don't need to." <br><br><h2>well features</h2>Feature articles, fashion and beauty photo stories.<br><h3>TEE ZONE</h3>Photographed by <A HREF="http://www.samcrawford.co.nz" TARGET="_blank"><U>SAM CRAWFORD</U></A>.<BR>Styled by SOO CHA.<BR><BR>Art direction: OLIVIA DAVISON.<BR>Hair: DAMIAN MONZILLO for Kate Ryan Inc. using BUMBLE AND BUMBLE products.<BR>Makeup: RALPH SICILIANO for LBB Artist Management using KEVYN AUCOIN COSMETICS.<BR>Retouching: CARLA BUIST. <BR>Model: APRIL for Wilhelmina Models.<BR>Location: 20 GRAND STUDIOS/<BR><BR>Beauty note: <BR>KEVYN AUCOIN The Sensual Skin Enhancer in SX 04, Essential Eye Shadow Singles in Passion, Midnight, Tusk and Copper, The Curling Mascara in Rich Pitch Black and The Pure Powder Glow in Neolita.<BR>BOBBI BROWN Long-wear Gel Eyeliner in Black Ink.<BR>MAKE UP FOR EVER Lip Contours Lip Pencil in Bright Orange.<br><h3>SUMMER WINDS</h3>Photographed by <A HREF="http://www.ninelleefremova.com" TARGET="_blank"><U>NINELLE EFREMOVA</U></A><BR>Styled by <A HREF="http://www.katieburnett.co.uk" TARGET="_blank"><U>KATIE BURNETT</U></A><BR><BR>Hair: SHINYA.<BR>Makeup: NICOLA HAMILTON.<BR>Stylist's assistants: LISA LAPP and JOY MARIE. <BR>Fashion consultant and international coordination: BENJAMIN BARBA for Aries Europe. <BR>Model: RAHMA M for IMG London.<br><h3>SUITE LIFE</h3>Photographed by <A HREF="http://www.djosephoto.com" TARGET="_blank"><U>DAVID JOSEPH PEREZ</U></A><BR>Styled by <A HREF="http://www.juliebrookewilliams.com" TARGET="_blank"><U>JULIE BROOKE WILLIAMS</U></A><BR><BR>Hair: TRESSA DEGIORGI. <BR>Makeup: EMI KANEKO. <BR>Photographer's assistant: JAMES DEL GATTO. <BR>Stylist's assistant: CHRISTINA J. RODRIGUEZ.<BR>Model: LISA PORTER for Muse Models NYC.<BR>Location: EMPIRE HOTEL, NYC.<br><br><h2>vaporization</h2>Travel, food, spirits, politics, sex, social commentary and horoscopes.<br><h3>BON VIVANT</h3>PARADISE FOUND<BR>You work hard and you are one of those people who actually likes to relax on vacation. In this day and age it seems like a novel idea, doesn't it? Well, if warm ocean breezes, sunny skies, pink sand beaches, gorgeous food and rum drinks galore tickle your fancy then Barbados is just the place for you. And make no mistake - the über-posh resort Sandy Lane is one of the island's finest. It's best described as luxurious without being pretentious; over-the-top and still incredible comfortable. Located on the western coast of the island, the hotel sits on a 1,000-foot stretch of private beach overlooking the Caribbean Sea. While each and every room is a little slice of paradise, the private villa is the whole kit and caboodle. The 7,300-square-foot villa can accommodate up to 14 people with five bedrooms, a private pool, oversized Jacuzzi and a veranda located off the main living room that leads to the garden gazebo where your private chef can whip up your every culinary desire. Expect Champagne upon arrival and your own personal staff consisting of a butler, the aforementioned chef and housekeeper. The package includes one spa voucher per adult, but after you have experienced the 47,000-square-foot oasis, one visit probably won't be enough! Prices range from $9,000 to $25,000 a night depending on the season, but can you really put a price on paradise? SandyLane.com CASEY GILLESPIE<br><h3>DRINK</h3>RíIAS BAIXAS - LOCAL ABARIOS ARE REMINISCENT OF THE SALTY AIR, BROKEN SEASHELLS AND THE CRASH OF THE OCEAN'S WAVES.<BR><BR>In the northwest corner of Spain, along the Atlantic coast, lies Rías Baixas (pronounced ree-ahs buy-shuss), a gorgeous green expanse of land, separated from Portugal by the Mio River. It doesn't look anything like the rest of arid Spain and the region is most famous for three things: Santiago de Compostela Cathedral (a historical spot pilgrims have journeyed to for centuries), scrumptious seafood and albario.<BR> Albario has become the darling grape of Rías Baixas and wineries are producing all sorts of styles from light and fruit-driven to full and oaky. The most interesting ones come from Val do Salnés, the northernmost sub-zone of Rías Baixas. Lydia Tillman, the sommelier at Bar Jamon and Casa Mono in New York shares, "My favorite sub-zone is Val do Salnés because of its cool microclimate and close proximity to the water. And the rocky soils lend more mineral notes to the wines." Next to the zingy albarios of Salnés, there are palatable examples coming out of two other sub-zones, Condado do Tea and O Rosal. Both areas are also known for other indigenous varieties like loureira blanca, treixadura and godello (for the whites), along with caio tinto, loureira tinta and mencía (among the reds). A delicious secret of Rías Baixas is its small-production red wines. At best they are light, show purity of fruit and a beautiful mineral backbone that is perfect for summer quaffing. Tillman tips us off, "The reds are cool-climate and easy drinking. They work well with fowl and pork dishes." PAMELADEVI GOVINDA<br><h3>ART NUEVO</h3>WE TRACK PINOCHET'S FALL AND ART'S RISE IN CHILE.<BR><BR>The emerging San Antonio Valley has recently become a bastion for Chile's wine industry. The unique marine climate (cooler temperatures, strong winds from the Pacific Ocean, morning fog) produces unique characteristics for the development of the wines, making the area arguably unrivaled. The rolling hills are sprawling, the variety of soils top-notch, wines rich with natural acidity and the ambience predictably romantic.<BR> <BR>But it's not just the vineyards that generate attention. Stroll through the winding streets of Lo Abarca and you'll find works of mosaic dispersed throughout the rustic village. Tiled art colors random walls and buildings, cemeteries and playgrounds. Even the entire street-side wall of the local church is tagged with a tiled mural, akin here to street graffiti. Mosaic art is everywhere, from the most unlikely places to popular ones like award-winning Via Casa Marin. The closest vineyard to the Pacific Ocean (2.5 miles away) is home to some intricate tile sculptures where vineyard founder and winemaker Maria Luz Marín is more than familiar with the mosaics: the work was created by her sister, Patricia. Five years of work has created a dynamic wine region that's more than grapevine rows and unbroken horizons. Today more than 40 mosaics are displayed throughout the town; even the street signs are decorated with pictures in mosaic patterns. JIMMY IM<br><br><h1>Subscribe</h1><br>
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