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Editor’s Note: Dear Reader, we’re big fans of the New York Times feature the Ethicist, and with this issue, dedicated to All Things Escapism, we’ve retooled our Welcome note in homage to WKDW VPDUW DQG RKĥVRĥGLUHFW DGYLFH FROXPQ Dear Ethicist, Le sigh…help straighten me out , just in time for the new year!

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Behold “Transcendence” (here and on cover), one of the multi-sensory art experiences from Kenzo Digital at Summit One Vanderbilt.

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Clockwise from upper left: the Levitation platform (photo from Summit); our Content Creator and a pal try the view on for themselves (shoe booties required); Molten sculptures from Yayoi Kusama (images from WelSpotted); “Air,” another installation from Kenzo Digital.

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The softest, organic towel...

Our new Organic towel is woven with low twist loops, creating a towel which is velvety soft and delicate against your skin, whilst also being highly absorbent and durable.

…that comes with a conscience.

Organic certified by Control Union 1157125

Made from 100% GOTs certified organic Turkish cotton

Eco-twist yarn spun without PVA.

By choosing our cotton products you’re supporting our investment in Better Cotton’s mission.

Organic Eco Twist Enjoy the quality and softness you would expect from a Christy towel with the peace of mind of our environmental and sustainable credentials.

Available in eight spa-inspired colours to create your perfect sanctuary.

100% Organic Turkish combed cotton.

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