The Show Goes On

A cornucopia of fashion, music, and joy.

This year’s annual Fashion & Entertainment Edition celebrates the artistry shaping our culture. Within these pages, you’ll discover the best of fashion, the thrill of summer blockbusters, the resonance of both new and timeless music, and the spectacle of pure showmanship. Together, these elements form a mosaic of creativity—reminding us that fashion and entertainment are not simply diversions, but shared languages we live and breathe every day.

Not long ago, while scrolling through Instagram, I stumbled upon a band that immediately stopped me in my tracks. In an industry often defined by sameness, they felt refreshingly distinct—raw yet soulful, modern yet timeless. That band is Sons of Legion, the duo of Adam McInnis and Jack “Daddy Jack” Crenshaw. Over the past four years, they have quietly built a body of work without the support of managers, publicists, or labels—yet their music has spoken for itself. Sixteen of their songs have charted, one reached number one on the US iTunes Charts, and their audience has grown from just sixty-eight Facebook followers last year to more than two million today. Their rise is a testament to perseverance and authenticity, and you can read more in Morgan Claybourne’s feature, “Sons of Legion – A United Front.”

This issue also turns its attention to Paris, where Louis Vuitton’s SS26 Men’s Collection recently took the stage. Our cover story, “The World Wears Vuitton,” pairs striking imagery with a beautifully written story by VIE’s Art Director, Jack Kirkendall. His reflections illuminate not only the artistry of the garments but also fashion’s enduring role as a cultural touchstone that transcends trends. Model Anok Yai stuns on the cover from the runway show, which was held at the Parisian art and culture destination Centre Pompidou.

And because no exploration of entertainment is complete without a guide, our team has carefully curated the Ultimate 2025 Entertainment Guide. From films and television to podcasts and music, it offers a thoughtful roadmap to the stories and sounds that promise to entertain, inspire, and spark conversation in the year ahead.

Of course, these highlights are only the beginning. Every story in this edition has been chosen with care, and every page crafted with the hope that it offers a moment of connection, discovery, or delight.

So, take your time with it. Linger on the images. Let the words unfold. Above all, enjoy this issue of VIE—because the show, as always, must go on.

To Life!

—Lisa Marie Burwell

CEO/Editor-in-Chief/Creative Director

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