In her 2016 book, Thought in Action: Expertise and the Conscious Mind, Barbara Gail Montero, a professor of philosophy at the City University of New York Graduate Center, observed that, “Although we praise effort, we prize effortlessness.” A former professional ballet dancer, Montero was referring to the feats of athletes and dancers, as well as musicians and other artists. But the sentiment applies neatly to the way we evaluate beauty and style: In magazine articles, on social media and in This story is from Kinfolk Issue Forty-Three Buy Now Related Stories The Ned NoMad New York’s new networking hub. The Mercer A stylish bolthole in the heart of SoHo. Captain Whidbey A cozy island getaway in Washington State. The Ritz-Carlton New York, NoMad A classic hotel experience reimagined in New York’s NoMad neighborhood. Design Partnerships The Line of Beauty A linear look at the PK4 lounge chair, in partnership with Fritz Hansen. Issue Forty-Seven Boost your mind-body balance.
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