#CheClient “Qué ver, hacer y comer en la CDMX, los mejores eventos en octubre 2026 (What To See, Do And Eat In Mexico City, The Best Events In October 2026)” (Vogue México Y Latinoamérica)

Key Takeaways:

Art and design are taking center stage in Mexico City, with exhibitions like Alphonse Mucha: The magic of the Line and Vol. ii - Cuerpo de obra (Body of work) spotlight Art Nouveau, collectible design, craftsmanship, and contemporary creativity.
Galería Errante (Wandering Gallery) presents “PRELUDIO (PRELUDE)”, curated by gallerist Alessandra Migliano, bringing more than 17 artists and designers together in an exploration of what remains tangible, imperfect, and proudly human.
Restaurants and bakeries are reimagining seasonal traditions through offerings like pistachio-filled pan de muerto contemporary Mexican cuisine, and inventive cocktails, like the Poached Pear from Handshake Speakeasy.
From New York-style pizza at Bikini Pizza to contemporary Japanese dining at Ranma, the city’s restaurant scene continues to blend international inspiration with local tastes.
October is an opportunity to explore beyond the city: wine festivals in Val’Quirico and Día de Muertos experiences in Michoacán and Mérida offer culturally rich escapes centered on regional traditions, gastronomy, and hospitality.

Key Takeaways:

Last May, beauty influencer Golloria criticized Haus Lab’s Sun Dipped Bronzing Veil bronzer when she tested its three darkest shades, and now Lady Gaga has publicly apologized for the brand’s lack of shade inclusivity.
Golloria expressed her disappointment when the product did not adequately serve darker skin tones, as she had been a fan of Haus Labs’ other complexion products, and Haus Labs contacted her to ask her to remove her original review, citing an embargo preventing the product from being discussed before its official release.
Gaga now admits that using this technicality to handle the criticism was wrong and unkind to Golloria, took personal responsibility for the brand’s response, and promised to oversee efforts to prevent similar mistakes in the future.
The bronzer launch was paused and the shade range was expanded to 11 shades, aiming to offer more inclusive options.
The controversy became a broader lesson about accountability in beauty: the issue was not only the lack of shades, but also how the company responded to feedback from a creator highlighting an inclusivity problem.
The brand’s longer-term follow-through remains important, and the next test is whether the brand consistently delivers on its commitment to serving a wider range of skin tones.

Key Takeaways:

“Elevated elementary” is the emerging design aesthetic and childlike design is moving into sophisticated adult spaces, combining primary colors, simple geometric shapes, playful objects, and references to childhood.
Designers are drawing inspiration from familiar childhood objects, creating a sense of nostalgia.
In an environment shaped with uncertainty, playful design offers a sense of comfort and optimism.
The trend is about more than aesthetics; it encourages interactions, and designers are creating objects that invite people to engage with their surroundings.
Simplicity can unlock creativity, with designer Will Cooper’s ABCD drink tables using elementary geometric shapes to create visually striking furniture that can also solve the practical challenges of furnishing awkward corners.
Earlier influences include De Stijl, German Expressionism, Pop Art, and Takashi Murakami’s Superflat movement, with the current resurgence reflecting a renewed appreciation for experimentation, imagination, and the freedom to break conventional design rules.

Key Takeaways:

Fine Dining is shifting toward affordability, as consumers are dining out less frequently because of rising costs.
Restaurants once emphasized luxury, expensive entrées, and high-priced cocktails, but now they are reinventing themselves as more accessible concepts.
Casual concepts can be a smarter business model and some restaurants are moving toward counter service and simpler operations to reduce labor costs and streamline service.
More affordable doesn’t mean lower-quality food: restaurants are finding ways to preserve culinary creativity while simplifying menus, controlling portions, and improving operational efficiency.
Comfort food and approachability are replacing some of the emphasis on luxury, and new concepts are leaning into familiar, satisfying dishes rather than formal dining experiences.
This restaurant reinvention is becoming a survival strategy, like Los Angeles’s 88 Club becoming Tiger Tiger and New York Libertine becoming Capitaine.

Key Takeaways:

Charlie Smith, Chief Business Officer of NOTHING, electronics and business company, claims that tech needs more personality.
NOTHING aims to challenge the industry’s minimalist, utilitarian aesthetic with playful, expressive, and distinctive product design to inspire innovation.
Technology is an extension of personal identity, and they want to create products that express individuality and connect with consumers’ interests in fashion, music, art, and design.
Smith’s previous experience at Loewe taught him that brands must build emotional connections through cultural relevance rather than relying only on product-focused advertising.
He also advocates for using AI as a productivity tool while giving consumers choice and communicating openly about how the technology is implemented.
NOTHING positions itself as an anti-establishment alternative to Big Tech, emphasizing transparent design and communication to appeal to younger consumers.

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