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Through her eponymous label, PIA BOLTE, the designer blends elements of edgy streetwear, high-fashion couture, and statement swimwear into collections designed for individuals who want their clothing to reflect confidence, creativity, and personality. Her designs are not created to simply blend into a crowd—they are created to stand apart.

Pia Bolte's aesthetic can best be described as a fusion of rockstar energy and couture craftsmanship. Her collections frequently explore vibrant colors, expressive prints, dramatic silhouettes, and unexpected combinations of textures. Whether showcased on a runway or styled for everyday life, her pieces carry the same message: fashion should be fearless.

Read more in the July/August 2026 issue of Entrigue Magazine

There are moments when a community celebration becomes something much larger than a parade. On Saturday, August 8, 2026, Brooklyn witnessed one of those moments as thousands of Jamaicans, Jamaican-Americans, Caribbean nationals and supporters gathered for the inaugural Jamaica Rising Day Parade, bringing the colors, sounds, history and unmistakable spirit of Jamaica into the streets of New York City.

The historic celebration established a new cultural tradition in one of the world's most influential cities—and did so in the heart of Brooklyn, home to one of the largest and most vibrant Jamaican communities outside the island itself. The streets became a sea of black, green and gold as the Jamaican diaspora celebrated not simply where they came from, but the extraordinary contributions they have made to New York and the United States.

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani came into office promising to find new ways to make wealthy New Yorkers contribute more toward the cost of running the city. One of his most significant proposals was a new pied-à-terre tax, targeting certain expensive residences that are not their owners' primary homes.

A pied-à-terre is essentially a second residence—such as a luxury Manhattan apartment owned by someone whose primary home is somewhere else.

Mamdani's argument was straightforward: New York City needs additional revenue, and those with substantial wealth should shoulder more of the burden.

NEW YORK CITY — Midtown Manhattan was filled with Dominican pride, music, culture and community on Sunday, August 9, 2026, as the 44th Annual National Dominican Day Parade brought thousands of participants and spectators to Sixth Avenue.

The free public celebration began at 11:00 a.m., with the parade traveling north along Sixth Avenue (Avenue of the Americas), from West 37th Street to West 55th Street. This year's theme, “Identidad y Cultura” (Identity and Culture), highlighted the rich heritage, traditions and contributions of Dominicans in New York City and throughout the United States.

The parade featured colorful floats, musical performances, dancers, community organizations, cultural groups and Dominican-American leaders. With an estimated 400,000 spectators expected along the route, the celebration once again demonstrated the enormous presence and influence of the Dominican community in New York City.

The First Gospel Residency on the Las Vegas Strip This Music Era Presented by: IKON Presents and Dr. Holly Carter at The Theater at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas
Las Vegas, NV | July 15, 2026 — IKON Presents has teamed up with Dr. Holly Carter, President & CEO of Relévé Entertainment, to announce “Legends of Gospel: Vegas Residency,” the first Gospel music residency on the Las Vegas Strip this music era! The opening weekend will feature three of Gospel music’s most celebrated and influential acts sharing a single Strip stage for the first time: the highest-selling female gospel group in history - The Clark Sisters one of the most honored artists in gospel music, having earned numerous Stellar Awards, Dove Awards and a Grammy - Fred Hammond and multiple Stellar Awards, Dove Award and BET and Grammy Award- nominee - Deitrick Haddon. The historic residency begins October 8 and 9, 2026 at The Theater at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas. Tickets go on sale on Friday, July 17, 2026, at GospelVegas.com. Read more in the July/August 2026 issue of Entrigue Magazine