Chiara Wagner

DIPG: Upclose 2025 by Chiara Wagner and Christina Lai

On a sunny weekend in May 2025, Upclose Festival returned to Houthrak for its highly anticipated second edition. This boutique techno music festival brought together some of the biggest names in the scene, delivering unforgettable sets and creating intimate dancefloor experiences in a unique natural setting. From immersive soundscapes to a tightly knit community vibe, Upclose 2025 captured the essence of underground electronic music. Keep reading for Aa’s full review and highlights from Upclose Festival 2025.

DIPG: Aa’s HHF Afterparty by Chiara Wagner and Christina Lai

The inaugural Het Hapjesfestijn took place two weeks ago, leaving attendees buzzing with excitement. Aa curated the afterparty, featuring Karmel, Misa, Eauxmar, and a live show from Michael Ekow + May, all documented by Aa partygirls Chiara and Christina.

How to Build an IT Girl

Stupid and the City ™️ x Trends on Ice brings you the ultimate guide to being an ‘IT Girl’. The ‘How to Build an IT Girl’ manual is the fashion-forward, c*nt-forward, bad-b*tch forward, all-inclusive guide discussing everything the ‘IT Girl’ wears, says, and thinks. Whether in need of a little confidence boost or a full seasonal rebrand, it is necessary that we all internalise this guide for our own benefit.

Sticky Notes

Long stories, told short: bite-sized insights on fashion, design, and styling, all on pink sticky notes curated by Anano Shalamberidze.

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