Daniela Jacobs, the founder and designer of Arc, a line of minimalist jewelry and home goods, is perhaps best known for her porcelain creations in shades of ecru and eggshell. But in 2018, a translucent organza garment that Jacobs created for a photo shoot led to such an unexpected swell of purchase inquiries that she decided to create a handful of one-of-a-kind garments to sell, titling it her Invisibles collection. Now, after 10 years in business, Jacobs is releasing a new batch of designs that explore the concept of invisibility with Arc Glass, a limited-edition capsule of rings, bangles, candle holders and plates made of borosilicate glass. In addition to pieces that are completely see-through, a handful of the designs are rendered in black, as well as a smoky hue that changes in different lights. “It almost has a turquoise tint to it, which feels right to me because of the Mediterranean vibe,” says Jacobs, who splits her time between New York and Majorca. As with her porcelain pieces, Jacobs’s glass creations require a bit of mindfulness when worn, but she insists that they’re made for everyday use. “I wear them on the subway. I wear them biking. I wear them when I’m in Spain. When I go to the sea, I take them off and put them on a rock; I come back, they’re fine,” she says.
Look inside the planned Brightline West trains, featuring an upscale lounge car
09.10.2024 - 17:25 / thepointsguy.com
Construction is well underway on Brightline West's high-speed rail line that's expected to link Las Vegas with Southern California by 2028. Now, the private intercity rail operator is offering a glimpse inside the cars of its future trainsets.
The sneak peek of sorts includes an upscale lounge car that passengers will surely be eager to visit on treks to and from Sin City.
In recent weeks, Brightline firmed up a deal with manufacturer Siemens Mobility, which is set to build 220 trainsets for the rail operator's western network at a brand-new facility in New York.
As part of the deal, the two companies unveiled renderings of the interior of the Brightline West American Pioneer 220 trains; they will be at the heart of the company's plans to offer America's first truly high-speed rail service.
The images offer plenty of similarities to the Brightline trains currently operating in Florida, from leather ergonomic seats with winged headrests to carpeted floors and overhead bins.
Brightline West trains will offer a slightly warmer color palette than those in Florida. The interior befits the desert terrain in which the trains will operate. As they run down the middle of Interstate 15 through Nevada and California, they'll reach speeds topping 200 mph.
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The trains' premium cabin, offered to higher-paying travelers, features white seats with pastel peach headrests.
Seats in the standard "Smart" cars feature white leather seats with green headrests.
It seems a sure bet that Brightline West trains will also have many of the same onboard amenities as their Sunshine State counterparts. This includes Wi-Fi and power outlets as well as the "soft product" service — though we'll eagerly await that news as the system's opening draws nearer. The Florida trains feature snack service, multiple power and USB outlets, and leather seats. There are large motion-activated bathrooms, wide aisles and seats that recline.
The soft pinks and greens are a sharp departure from the bright yellow of the Brightline Florida trains.
The most memorable renderings Brightline has shared for its western line offer a glimpse inside the planned lounge car. The car will offer travelers a place to relax and grab refreshments during the more than two hour ride between Las Vegas and suburban Los Angeles.
The car features tan, pastel and green touches in addition to a large walk-up bar accented by desert imagery.
This car also appears to have lounge seating options, such as a wraparound booth to softer chairs situated next to small tables.
One of the renderings includes glasses of wine and a bottle of Champagne on ice — an ode to the Las Vegas-bound travelers who will likely be a cornerstone
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