Last week, the world got a little sadder.  At the venerable age of 104, Oscar Niemeyer, one of the world’s most brilliant and renowned architects, passed away.  His masterful works of art have long impressed ViX designer Paula Hermanny, especially as his buildings have become landmarks of their own right in Brasil.  Each has an important contribution to the country’s urban landscape and each is a cultural site not to be missed:

Brasília (1957)

Undeniably the greatest work of Oscar Niemeyer, the country’s capital is home to several buildings that carry his signature architectural style.  Among ...

The secret to bikini body readiness is a year round healthy lifestyle of good choices.  As an advocate for health and fitness, ViX designer Paula Hermanny always makes sure to take care of her mind, body and well being.  Food, especially anything fresh, is a major part of how she supplements her health.  In fact, Paula has always said that if she weren’t a designer, she’d be chef, and that’s why we turned to expert Francesca Fox.

A model chef (literally), Francesca is the British beauty behind Fitness Kitchen, a newly launched site dedicated to delicious recipes ...

As part of giving back this holiday season, ViX is raising awareness for the victims of female genital mutilation (FGM).  As a forerunner for this cause, Somali supermodel Waris Dirie has been both a victim and a survivor.  She’s founded the Desert Flower Foundation to campaign against FGM and provide outreach and support for the women and girls affected.  In this second part of our interview (read part one here), Waris sheds more light on a practice kept in shadows around the world:

ViX:  What inspires your strength to sustain this truly admirable and relentless crusade against FGM?  

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The holidays have finally arrived, bringing along with it the frigid cold and wintery blasts of snow.  Indeed, icey temperatures can give anyone a case of wanderlust for sunny beaches and warmer weather—which is why the lucky start planning for cruise season.

This past weekend, ViX designer Paula Hermanny stole off back to Brasil, where the country is currently heading into high summer.  Sun-kissed sand and balmy breezes make the perfect remedy for winter blues!  Have you planned your own holiday getaway?  Don’t forget to pack your warm weather essentials.  Below, Paula shares her must-have items for toting ...

This is the Taj Mahal, as described by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan, the man responsible for building one of the most recognizable wonders of the world.  He did it in memory of his beloved wife, Empress Mumtaz Mahal.  In a land long renowned for its rich history and culture, the love they shared remains legendary to this day.

In a recent trip to India, ViX designer Paula Hermanny found much of the same magic to be had. Her wanderings through little markets and famous landmarks, such as the Taj Mahal, gave her ample musings for her next collection: