What do we really need in life? How do our desires shape our journey and our interactions with others? These are some of the questions that the track “U Need” by Vallechi invites us to ponder. This musical piece is a powerful exploration of the multifaceted nature of human needs and motivations, inspired by the famous psychological theory of Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs.
The track takes us on an artistic journey through the different levels of human needs, from the most basic physiological and safety needs, to the more complex and abstract needs of belonging, esteem, and self-actualization. The track’s expressive melodies and crescendos reflect the intensity and diversity of our emotions, as we strive to fulfill our needs and aspirations.
However, the track also challenges us to question our own desires and motivations, and to distinguish between what we truly need and what we merely want. It reveals that many of our desires are transient and superficial, and that they may not lead us to true happiness and fulfillment. It urges us to look deeper into our psyche, and to discover our true selves and our true purpose.
By doing so, the track also fosters a sense of empathy and connection with others, as we realize that we are all on the same journey of self-discovery and growth. It encourages us to approach life with a more humble and enlightened attitude, and to seek a more harmonious and understanding society.
Camiel Fortgens returned to Amsterdam Fashion Week with a Spring/Summer 2027 show set in an unexpected but familiar place: an Albert Heijn supermarket after closing hours.
Acne Paper Palais Royal has opened Rodeo, an exhibition of seventy-seven vintage photographs by Bruce of Los Angeles, curated by Vince Aletti and drawn from his private collection.
Moncler has revealed the story of its relationship with New York through New York in Moncler, a city-wide public exhibition running from 9 to 13 September.
There’s a particular kind of momentum that happens when someone finds their place in a scene, and DJ ENGALANAN has been moving with that energy for a few years now.
Walter Van Beirendonck and Eastpak have expanded their long-running collaboration for Fall 2026, building on the legacy of the Monster backpack first introduced in 2004.
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HOMME PLISSÉ ISSEY MIYAKE will present the second edition of Open Studio in London, in collaboration with Tate, introducing a capsule collection inspired by Henri Matisse’s The Snail.
COMME des GARÇONS Homme Plus has reinterpreted the Air Jordan 11 for FW26, sharpening the iconic basketball silhouette through the house’s approach to form and reduction.
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For the ninth consecutive year, Armani beauty returns to the Venice International Film Festival as its Official Beauty Sponsor, bringing together a global cast of ambassadors from film, fashion, music and sport.
Christian Louboutin has released its first full men’s collection since the arrival of Jaden Smith as Creative Director, expanding on the limited Avant-Première capsule from January.
The Trapman line returns with Molten Trapman, a rubber-soled boot finished with… »
For Issue 28, TRANSPARENCY, we explore the shifting relationship between what is revealed and what remains concealed, questioning ideas of authenticity, identity, vulnerability, and self-expression in an increasingly exposed world.
