Sunday, March 30, 2014

Hot Off The Lex Press


   


I’m gushing over the recent and brilliant additions to Lexington’s magazine scene. Whenever I’m in a coffee shop, at a boutique, or passing by a community table, I am delighted by the growing abundance of well-written, socially aware, entertaining and locally chic magazines.

Written by Lexingtonians for Lexingtonians, these magazines celebrate the city’s evolving artistic and cultural scene. My favorite fashion magazine, Mour showcases runaway inspired ensembles that can be found and bought at local boutiques. My most recent reading obsession, Flashpoint focuses on the city’s rising social and artistic conscious by highlighting cutting edge artists and musicians.

I’m also keeping an eye out for the first issue of Miss’ing Magazine, a Lexington feminist magazine due to come out at the beginning of next month. Miss’ing seeks to address and engage the community on local issues concerning oppression, inequality and injustice. The magazine will be a voice for the disempowered while also nurturing connections between organizations and individuals dedicated on promoting equality.

These magazines offer a new perspective on my native city, opening my eyes to the talent and unique beauty that surrounds me. I am continually inspired by the passionate and dedicated individuals who are featured in the magazines, reaffirming the significance one person can make in his/her community.

Lexington is up and coming. Lexington is still in the process of establishing itself in the Cool and Hip scene. This is the adolescent, or perhaps postgrad stage of hope and dreams. As a local, it’s so delightful and wondrous to witness this change and to be a part of it. And I will be part of this city’s evolution by staying up to date on all things local by continuing to be an avid reader of Lexington’s very own magazines.

Hey, hey! Check them out either in print or in digital style!

Mour Fashion Magazine: http://mourmagazine.com/

Flashpoint Magazine: http://flashpointmagazine.com/

Miss’ing Magazine: www.missingmag.com. The editorial staff welcomes and encourages individuals to submit articles and art to be featured in the magazine.