Today marks a historical landmark of epic proportions. Obama is officially the first sitting president EVER to back same-sex marriage, saying in an interview with ABC's "Good Morning America, "At a certain point, I have just concluded that, for me personally, it is important for me to affirm that I think same-sex couples should be able to get married." The bar has been set, folks. Let's not forget this monumental day, and let's continue to evolve as a people and country that defines itself by freedom. — Ariane

I've long been inspired by some of the fashion pros who manage to pull off the print-on-top-of-print look so effortlessly. Artistic director for online retailer Moda Operandi Taylor Tomasi Hill and model Giovanna Battaglia are two of my absolute favorites. This month, in the May issue of Harper's Bazaar Mexico, a beautiful bright editorial featuring Dominican model Arlenis Sosa showcases spring's boldest and brightest prints. Lensed by Kevin Sinclair, the story features page after page of bold designs from Roberto Cavalli, Derek Lam, Givenchy and so on. Set against a ombre neon blue sky, the fabrics jump out and make you take notice. With all this inspiration, I may, in fact, dare to be bold with a mixed print look myself. Stay tuned... - Lindsey

Many emerging visual artists cite New German Cinema vanguard Werner Herzog as an inspiration. In an interesting twist of mixed media, Herzog cites a painter: 17th century Dutch artist Hercules Segers. Even more than an inspiration, Herzog believes Segers to be a kindred spirit. The painter’s sweeping, often desolate landscapes are saturated with a dark or tense moodiness, yet revel in details. No surprise then, the overlap with Herzog’s own approach to cinema. When the Whitney Museum approached him about participating in the Biennial, Herzog took the chance to pay homage, with a large-scale video installation of Segers’s works. It seems as though Herzog has been everywhere lately, and this coming week he will be speaking at the Whitney. Given the mixed reviews of not only his installation but the Biennale overall, I’m especially looking forward to hearing the verbose director’s insights. The talk is being held at high noon on Thursday May 17th; the program is included in the cost of museum admission, but special entry tickets (available first come first serve) are required to attend. I just got mine! — Erika

When someone presents something so simple, so clever and so unique that everyone's heads turn for a second look, you know you have a great idea. Case and point is this brilliant cookbook from the German design firm Korefe. Made from actual pasta, "The Real Cookbook" gives directions on how to layer ingredients inside of it to make lasagna. It's both astonishingly simple and elegantly presented. And it's good enough to eat! - Andrew

Dinner and a movie? So passé. I’d much rather dinner with my movie. Now, thanks to Nitehawk Cinema in Williamsburg my dream has been realized: I can eat in the theater! In true quirky Brooklyn fashion, the ingeniously named menu items fit the genre of the current or classic movie being shown, a la “Prim’s ‘Getting By’ Goat Cheese Sandwich” for Hunger Games fans. (Unfortunately, due to theater laws you'll have to enjoy your "Cabin Fever" cocktail beforehand.) And it's as good a time as any to forgo traditional movie popcorn for Nitehawk’s version – peppered with lime, cilantro and cotija cheese. Plus, you get the chance to check out short clips by local filmmakers before the movies starts. Visit Nitehawk’s website for a full schedule of shows and pricing. Guess you know where you can find me next weekend. - Jack

For the first time ever, the London-based Frieze Art Fair—one of the world’s largest—is jumping the pond to make its American debut. This weekend will feature over a thousand artists from 180 cutting-edge contemporary art galleries. Sure, its location on Randall’s Island isn’t exactly on the way to anywhere, but the destination will more than make up for it with tasty snacks from local restaurants and a 15-work sculpture park. The fair opens for VIPs this Thursday and runs through May 7th. For information visit: Frieze New York. - Jack

The latest Kate Bosworth film, While We Were Here, premiered at Tribeca this past week, and is already garnering well-deserved critical acclaim. Shot on a shoestring, the film nonetheless exudes timelessness, due both to the script and the execution. The story — of marriage, infidelity and choices — is kept spare, such that the complexity in each moment and the subtle layers of the relationships can shine through. Iddo Goldberg and Jamie Blackley give resonant performances as Husband and Lover respectively, while Kate delivers one of the richest, most complex performances of her career. As Jane, her tension and repressed disappointment in her marriage are palpable, as is the glimmer of hope she can’t fight while spending time with a young stranger. Directed by Kat Coiro and produced by Lauren Bratman (the same team behind quirky indie chick flick L!FE Happens) the film was shot in black and white on the Amalfi Coast, achieving a wistful, romantic texture. As contemporary as the Tribeca Film Festival is, it’s refreshing to see a classic homage now and again. While We Were Here runs through this Sunday, April 29th. Check out the Tribeca site for theaters and tickets. — Erika

If you have the time in the next few days, take a trip to Midtown to ogle in the beauty of artist and garden designer Paula Hayes's newest work on display at The Lever House. Hayes, referred to as the "loving mother of living form" by New York Magazine has created an organic oasis in the most unlikey of places: New York City. The star of the show is the 6-foot free-form glass aquarium filled with coral and sea life, which has been carefully curated by the artist. However, also vying for your attention will be the ever-growing succulents housed in a 15-foot coccoon terrarium. The show, which took 18 months to complete, only lasts until Friday so get there quick.

...for Austin Psych Fest, that is — a mind-blowing festival rolling into Texas to help local music buffs contend with SXSW withdrawal. The 5-year anniversary killer line-up includes (to name a few) The Black Keys, Brian Jonestown Massacre, Meat Puppets and my personal favorite, The Black Angels. There's also a long list of opening acts, like Entrance Band, Brooklyn Raga Association, and Quest for Fire. This year I finally bought tickets! The countdown to the weekend of April 27th has begun. — Kim

It's so very exciting that a Pulitzer Prize was awarded to not one, but two digital publications this week — but before we get too excited, it appears our need for immediate gratification has weakened our interest in reading, or worse yet, writing good fiction or long form editorial. Strangely, there was no award given for fiction! Shame on all of us for failing to revere the written word as something to be lovingly protected even as we speed through our tech-y universe. Or to put it in the sadly succinct phrase more common to our times,  :(. — Sara

All the sunshine and spring merchandise taunting me from store windows is giving me wanderlust. Costa Rica, Croatia, Cabo... I'm dying to go anywhere with at this point for a little fun in the sun. In the meantime, inspiration in the form of this sexy editorial will have to do. Check out one of my favorite swim stories, lensed by Carter Smith, styled by Mario Grauso and featuring Dominican beauty Arlenis Sosa. She looks uber gorgeous in a Chanel blazer, Eres white bikini top, DVF shorts and a crystal necklace by Monique Pean. This is the outfit I always envision myself wearing when I'm at the beach. Take me away... — Lindsey

If you haven't had the chance to catch Cindy Sherman's retrospective at the MOMA, it's time to pencil in some you time and dedicate an afternoon. The show is one of the hottest exhibits in New York right now, with over 170 of Sherman’s compelling photos on view. Sherman is known for her provocative portrayals of contemporary personality, exploring everything from 50s gender roles to pop culture sterotypes and aristocractic identity. Always her own model, Sherman has produced fascinating and provocative caricatures that range from mysterious to disturbing, as well as comedic. This exhibit packs one hell of a powerhouse, showing the progression of Sherman’s artistic take on society over the years. See it now through June 11. — Megan

Victoria Beckham graces the pages of Harper's Bazaar UK May issue looking ever-so-sultry and ethereal surrounded by blossoms. The beautiful editorial, captured by one of our favorites, Camilla Akrans, features the style maven in ultra luxe period-inspired swimwear by Yves Saint Laurent and Rochas, to name a few. The bombshell beauty sports dewy skin with barely-there makeup (except for some major lashes) and perfect curls by hair stylist Alain Pichon. Camilla always shoots blooms so beautifully and this particular photograph happens to be one of my most favorites. — Lindsey

The sunny, warm spring weather we're having is perfect for taking weekend strolls around the neighborhood with my best gal pals. Hanging out and catching up on all things "girlie" is one of my absolute favorite activities. So of course I was smitten with Steven Pan's amazing story in this month's Interview Russia, which features models Alana Zimmer and Hanne Gaby Odiele portraying a perfect pair indeed. Matching bobs, flawless makeup and gorgeous 50s inspired duds from Valentino and Balenciaga make up this delightful duo's picturesque play date. — Lindsey

We all remember Viktor and Rolf mounting lights on all of their girls as they walked the runway, or Marc Jacobs doing his show backwards. Who can forget Dolce and Gabbana's Byzantine show with the beautiful stone dresses at the end? Then there was Karl Lagerfeld, who shipped glaciers from the North Pole to Paris for the Chanel show. This season, Marc Jacobs takes the ticket for one of the most illustrative and unique Louis Vuitton presentations of all time: It opened with a steam engine carrying 40+ glamazon passengers. One by one, each girl was helped out of the steel car by her own personal bell boy, who carried two or three exquisite bags or luggage pieces. The dresses blended turn-of-the-century fashion references – (think: Titanic / Downton Abbey) – using stones and beading as texture, and outrageous hats and footwear as decoration. There's only one word to describe it: Opulence. Watch the video here. – Cris

Photographed by Max Abadian for Canada's FLARE Magazine, Canadian model Jessica Stam plays a dual role in this part color, part black and white editorial. As foxy vixen and angelic innocent, Jessica is outfitted in some ladylike masterpieces by Louis Vuitton, Giambattista Valli and Emilio Pucci. It's no surprise that my favorite image in the series happens to be in the angelic role; Jessica looks so ethereal and beautiful, it might just be my favorite photograph of her yet. – Lindsey

Joan. There is no one else like you. You make my heart go pitter pat. An oldie but definitely a goodie, is Miss Joan Smalls in the October 2011 issue of Vogue Paris. Always beautiful. Always effortless. Always pure perfection. This is one major girl crush that's going nowhere in a hurry. – Lindsey

Freida Pinto - where have you been hiding? Flipping through old issues of Flare this week, I came across an editorial featuring the gorgeous actress in some seriously girly frocks and super bouncy hair – right up my alley. Anyone who doesn't live under a rock knows that Miss Pinto went from indie darling to blockbuster beauty in a matter of moments, but it's been a year or two since we've seen her and we want her back! My favorite picture from the editorial is attached below: Wearing a lace dress by Jason Wu, a precise red lip and smooth skin, Freida's flawless beauty is not only evident, it's engaging. – Lindsey

Brian Dettmer's book carving creations are completely blowing my mind. Using outdated encyclopedias and medical journals as his canvas, Brian carves into each page – one at a time – to tell the story of the book. He allows for each artowrk to have a voice of its own by using only what he finds inside the book to determine what his sculpture will look like. Now these are definitely the type of books I could get into! – Kim