TRENDLETTER 16-May-2024
Uncover Fake News; Stage Outfits; Football; Table Set Trend; Design Future with AI;...
Escape Fake chapter 'Trouble with eLiza'
AI is at the forefront of theoretical discussions and practical applications, such as the 'Escape Fake' app adventure 'Trouble with eLiza', where players uncover deepfakes and search engine manipulation
Digital technologies and especially AI are dominating the culture-related information that arrives in the mailboxes of Fashion.at these days. One of the press releases received today was about a practical cybersecurity project launched by a company from Austria that focuses on teaching media literacy in schools with a playful app to combat a cyber threat: fake news and disinformation. The 'Escape Fake' app...
Eurovision singer Kaleen's outfit
Austria's Eurovision Song Contest representative Kaleen, dressed by Marina Hoermanseder and US-based designer Stefan Orlic, reached the final
The bets weren't good for Austria's Eurovision representative. But Kaleen, dressed in a dazzling Swarovski-crystal outfit designed by renowned Austrian designer Marina Hoermanseder and US-based designer Stefan Orlic, won over the audience with her performance of 'We Will Rave' and earned a ticket to today's final thanks to the votes of the public and the jury...
Public viewing Euro football matches
Preview of the public viewing of Euro 2024 football matches in Vienna
The bets for the upcoming UEFA European Football Championship - Euro 2024 - show two clear favorites: England and France. Austria is not among the top teams in today's bookmakers' rankings. However, it's already an achievement to be one of the 24 teams that will play in ten different stadiums in ten different cities in Germany from June 14 to July 14, starting with the Munich Football Arena and ending with the final at the Olympiastadion in Berlin. The Summer Camp at the Salettl in the 9th district of Vienna provided insights into the upcoming public viewings...
Trends for outdoor table setting
What makes an outdoor table setting trendy? Individuality and inspiration from nature, as seen at Villeroy & Boch.
Fashion.at researched the latest outdoor dining trends and came across Villeroy & Boch's press release on the brand's style recommendations for preparing an elegant summer table setting in the garden or on the patio. The German company presented in its outdoor trend release earthenware in organic shapes with reactive glaze for a unique pottery look in colors inspired by nature...
Citizens as designers of the future
Vienna Insight: Fashion.at attended conversations about turning citizens into 'designers' of the future through active and competent use of digital technologies
AI, robots, and the impact of digital technologies on our societies, political landscapes, economies, and labor markets are evidently shaping contemporary discourses. The rapid evolution of new technologies is outpacing itself in increasingly shorter intervals. What was considered fast yesterday is now surpassed by even faster and more immersive advancements. Fashion.at attended an event featuring talks and discussions that have become essential for those interested in actively designing the future. The event concluded with the University of Vienna's semester question, "Do we know what AI will know?", which prompted speakers and audience members alike to reflect on the topics discussed that evening...
Preview Vienna Design Week
Vienna Design Week builds on designs for dreams and energy- and resource-saving solutions for the future; some calls for participation are still open
There are currently several open calls inviting designers to participate, such as Ikea's 'Dare to Dream', which focuses on developing ideas for sleep, from more artistic approaches such as installations to design solutions such as specific products. The open calls are published on...
Vienna's latest biodiversity initiative
The City of Vienna launches the online registration for the 'Pflanz mich' (plant me) initiative of the current biodiversity campaign.
The herb planting sets for the Viennese home, the balcony, the terrace or the windowsill are offered free of charge as part of the city's Climate Tour. The packages include thyme, sage, and lavender, which not only add flavor to the kitchen, but also attract wild bees, butterflies, and other pollinating insects, thus boosting biodiversity. Participants in the 'Pflanz mich' initiative must register online to pick up their packages on May 27 or May 29 at two locations in Vienna...
Cytara's questions about design & art
Cytara's quiz about design & art: Do you know who designed these iconic pieces?
Cited from the generated greeting (the greeting can change): "Hello! My name is Cytara, and I'm an AI chatbot for the users of the magazine Fashion.at. I'm here to talk about fashion, culture, art, and design with you. Today, I have a quiz prepared for you about designers who have made a mark at the intersection of design and artistic expression. Please keep in mind that, like all AI chatbots, I may not be perfect, but I do my best to provide you with accurate and interesting information. ..."
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13 May 2024 - Fashion.at music video tip: 'Little Foot Big Foot' feat. Young Nudy by Childish Gambino (Donald Glover) from the album 'Atavista'. The album is the finished version of the album '3.15.20'. Childish Gambino announced the dates of the world tour.
12 May 2024 - Eurovision Song Contest 2024 winner Switzerland convinced with the song 'The Code' by Nemo, which deals with gender identity and finding one's place in the world. Nemo is the first non-binary winner of the Eurovision Song Contest. The musician was dressed by Malmö-based label 'Pampas' (Instagram post). The last Swiss winner was Celine Dion in 1988 with the song 'Ne Partez Pas Sans Moi'. In 2025, the Eurovision Song Contest will be held in Switzerland.
11 May 2024 - Fashion.at music tip: 'Too Sweet' by Hozier, from the 'Unheard EP'
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