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Malaysian Reserve
22-07-2025
- Business
- Malaysian Reserve
Khalifa Kush Launches in Ohio Through Exclusive Partnership with Wondergrove at Bloom Dispensaries
COLUMBUS, Ohio, July 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Khalifa Kush, the celebrated cannabis brand founded by Wiz Khalifa, has officially partnered with Wondergrove to bring its signature lineup to Ohio for the first time. This exclusive collaboration introduces Khalifa Kush's premium products—cultivated with care and consistency—will exclusively launch at Bloom Cannabis Dispensaries across the state. 'This collaboration is about quality, consistency, and culture,' said Nicole Stark, CEO of Bloom. 'We're proud to cultivate Khalifa Kush in a way that honors the brand's legacy while introducing something fresh and exciting to Ohio consumers. With our roots in both cannabis and culture, partnering with Khalifa Kush was a natural fit,' added Stark. 'It's a true meeting of minds—where premium genetics meet purpose and passion.' Khalifa Kush represents a lifestyle rooted in authenticity and elevated standards, with a mission to expand access to top-tier cannabis across the country. That ethos mirrors Wondergrove's dedication to inclusive, community-focused cannabis experiences built on craftsmanship and integrity. 'We are super excited to bring Khalifa Kush next door to the state of Ohio for the first time. I can't wait for our fans to finally enjoy cannabis grown right here in the Midwest and see what us and Wondergrove are all about,' said Wiz Khalifa. Now Growing in Ohio: Khalifa Kush Lineup Bloom is proud to offer the following products from the Khalifa Kush portfolio: KK – The legendary flagship known for its signature OG structure, potency, and smooth, classic flavor Khalifa Mints – A minty, energizing twist on the original with a crisp, refreshing finish Violet Sky – A flavorful variety with floral notes and distinctive aromatics Baby Turtle – Mellow and sweet with fruit undertones Point Breeze – A complex, flavor-forward profile with a bold finish Exclusively Launching at Bloom Cannabis Dispensaries Khalifa Kush products will be available exclusively at Bloom Cannabis Dispensaries in Columbus, South Columbus, Akron, Painesville Township, and Seven Mile, with plans to expand across Ohio in the coming weeks. About Khalifa KushFounded by Wiz Khalifa, Khalifa Kush is a leading cannabis, apparel, and accessories brand based in Los Angeles and Pittsburgh. Since launching in 2015, Khalifa Kush has built a reputation for delivering premium genetics and exclusive product drops. The brand features a full lineup of flower, pre-rolls, vapes, edibles, and concentrates and is currently available in select markets including Arizona, California, DC, Florida, Massachusetts, Maryland, Nevada, New Mexico, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, and Washington—as well as internationally in Germany, Israel, and Thailand. Expansion into additional markets is planned for 2025 and beyond. To learn more, visit and follow @khalifakush on Instagram. Khalifa Kushpress@ About Bloom CannabisBloom Cannabis Dispensaries is a family-founded, Ohio-based dispensary network committed to making cannabis accessible and personal. With a focus on education, curated products, and exceptional service, Bloom strives to deliver an experience that feels welcoming and empowering for both medical and adult-use customers. For more information, visit Press inquiries: mstarr@
Daily Mail
18-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Woman, 24, spends thousands on her 1980s obsession
A woman obsessed with the 1980s who has spent thousands on buying items from the decade has clapped back at haters. Violet Sky, 24, a singer from New York City, explained exclusively to the Daily Mail her fascination with the '80s began in 2016 after she watched the 1985 film Girls Just Want to Have Fun starring Sarah Jessica Parker. 'In that moment I was drawn to it all, the bold and daring fashion, the hair, and the synthesizers in the music,' she dished. 'Nothing was too much and I think it brought an element of fun to pop culture that's different than the minimalism of today which I appreciate.' She now tries to live every day like she's in the 1980s, dressing in vintage clothing, driving an old Camaro, and transforming her entire room to look like it's from the decade. But the endeavor has not been cheap, as the budding musician confessed that she's spent 'thousands' to recreate the 1980s. 'I [constantly] incorporate elements [from the '80s] into my life,' she explained. 'I have a perm, I wear only 80s vintage clothing, and I collect physical media (vinyl, VHS). 'I dress all '80s, every day, my room is all '80s... and my future apartment is going to have it all. '[I've spent] thousands I'm sure. But that's over a 10-year period. I built my wardrobe and record collection up over that time. 'The money I put into pressing my upcoming '80s album onto vinyl has been an investment. Not to mention my 1992 Camaro too, which was a big purchase!' Unfortunately, Violet confessed that she often get 'stares' from people in public and has been subjected to a slew of hate online. But she is completely unbothered by the negative comments. 'I do get hate online, but I think that comes with the territory of putting yourself out there anywhere,' she explained. 'The way I look at it is whatever hateful thing these people say is a direct reflection of how they feel about themselves. 'People do stare at me in public, but it's never really been in a negative way. 'Since I'm from NYC, I think people are used to seeing eccentric fashion so it's not too surprising to them. 'Either way, dressing this way makes me happy and that's what matters most.' Violet documents her 1980s lifestyle on TikTok and Instagram, where she has 332,000 and 106,000 followers respectively. She has now turned her obsession into a career, as she has been releasing 'authentic '80s music' over the last few years. She joined forces with the synth player from the band Shy Talk, and he let her record vocals on 'some old demos he had produced in the '80s'. 'We changed nothing about the songs, so everything you hear when you listen to my music was actually created back then, the only new thing being my vocals,' Violet explained. Wow: She joined forces with the synth player from the band Shy Talk, and he let her record vocals on 'some old demos he had produced in the '80s' 'This project has aligned with my life perfectly as it's a blend of archiving the old but also getting to be a part of it as a performer as well, and work with musicians who inspired me. 'Other than my music, I'm a vinyl DJ, content creator, and I manage a vintage clothing store in NYC.' In the end, she hopes that being so open about her lifestyle with inspire others to embrace whatever makes them happy - even if some people might think it's weird. 'People are going to judge and critique you no matter what you do, but what matters most is how you feel about yourself,' she concluded. 'The '80s and the way I live my life makes me happy, and no one can take that away from me!'
Daily Mail
17-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
EXCLUSIVE I'm only 24 but I am obsessed with the 1980s... I have spent THOUSANDS to relive the decade
A woman obsessed with the 1980s who has spent thousands on buying items from the decade has clapped back at haters. Violet Sky, 24, a singer from New York City, explained exclusively to the Daily Mail her fascination with the '80s began in 2016 after she watched the 1985 film Girls Just Want to Have Fun starring Sarah Jessica Parker. 'In that moment I was drawn to it all, the bold and daring fashion, the hair, and the synthesizers in the music,' she dished. 'Nothing was too much and I think it brought an element of fun to pop culture that's different than the minimalism of today which I appreciate.' She now tries to live every day like she's in the 1980s, dressing in vintage clothing, driving an old Camaro, and transforming her entire room to look like it's from the decade. But the endeavor has not been cheap, as the budding musician confessed that she's spent 'thousands' to recreate the 1980s. 'I [constantly] incorporate elements [from the '80s] into my life,' she explained. 'I have a perm, I wear only 80s vintage clothing, and I collect physical media (vinyl, VHS). 'I dress all '80s, every day, my room is all '80s... and my future apartment is going to have it all. '[I've spent] thousands I'm sure. But that's over a 10-year period. I built my wardrobe and record collection up over that time. 'The money I put into pressing my upcoming '80s album onto vinyl has been an investment. Not to mention my 1992 Camaro too, which was a big purchase!' Unfortunately, Violet confessed that she often get 'stares' from people in public and has been subjected to a slew of hate online. But she is completely unbothered by the negative comments. 'I do get hate online, but I think that comes with the territory of putting yourself out there anywhere,' she explained. 'The way I look at it is whatever hateful thing these people say is a direct reflection of how they feel about themselves.' She added, 'People do stare at me in public, but it's never really been in a negative way. 'Since I'm from NYC, I think people are used to seeing eccentric fashion so it's not too surprising to them. Unfortunately, Violet confessed that she often get 'stares' from people in public and has been subjected to a slew of hate online 'Either way, dressing this way makes me happy and that's what matters most.' Violet documents her 1980s lifestyle on TikTok and Instagram, where she has 332,000 and 106,000 followers respectively. She has now turned her obsession into a career, as she has been releasing 'authentic '80s music' over the last few years. She joined forces with the synth player from the band Shy Talk, and he let her record vocals on 'some old demos he had produced in the '80s.' 'We changed nothing about the songs, so everything you hear when you listen to my music was actually created back then, the only new thing being my vocals,' Violet explained. She's now turned her obsession into a career, as she's been releasing 'authentic '80s music' over the last few years 'This project has aligned with my life perfectly as it's a blend of archiving the old but also getting to be a part of it as a performer as well, and work with musicians who inspired me. 'Other than my music, I'm a vinyl DJ, content creator, and I manage a vintage clothing store in NYC.' In the end, she hopes that being so open about her lifestyle with inspire others to embrace whatever makes them happy - even if some people might think it's weird. 'People are going to judge and critique you no matter what you do, but what matters most is how you feel about yourself,' she concluded. 'The '80s and the way I live my life makes me happy, and no one can take that away from me!'
New York Post
21-06-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Post
This 24-year-old only dresses in '80s clothes, makes her living from the decade
Her gig is totally rad. A Staten Islander is making a living from her infatuation with the 1980s — despite never having lived in the decade herself. Content creator Violet Sky, who sports a teased-up perm and bangs and even drives a teal Camaro, always dresses as if she were going back to the future. Advertisement 'Every moment of every day. It's just my lifestyle at this point,' Sky, 24, who has more than 324,000 TikTok followers, told The Post. 'I wear at least one piece of acid-washed denim a day — and I've been really into the big hair.' 4 Violet Sky, a 1980s content creator, has more than 324,000 followers on her TikTok page @glitterwave80s. Courtesy of Violet Sky Advertisement Since launching her Instagram and TikTok account @glitterwave80s, Sky, who uses her first and middle names for her online persona, landed partnerships with multiple '80s icons — bands like Def Leppard and Journey, TV shows like 'Married with Children,' clothing labels such as Esprit and arcade classics like Pac-man. 'Everything I do to make money relates to the '80s in some way,' she said. When she is not creating social media content, Sky works at the thrift shop Flamingo's Vintage Pound in Chelsea, and also does '80s wardrobe consulting. The former music industry major at SUNY Oneonta also hosts a radio show on Staten Island station Maker Park Radio, spinning vinyl records only, and is also releasing an '80s album this year, aptly named 'The Sky's the Limit.' Advertisement 4 'I always appreciate when people that did live through the time tell me I'm doing it right,' Sky, pictured here with her teal Camaro, told The Post. Courtesy of Violet Sky From a young age, Sky believed she was born in the wrong decade — and her affinity for the '80s began when she discovered the 1985 Sarah Jessica Parker movie 'Girls Just Want to Have Fun.' 'I fell in love with the soundtrack, the fashion and the dancing and just how bold and expressive the time period was,' she said. Her parents, who she said 'don't really get it,' had nothing to do with her obsession. Advertisement 'I mostly got this from just watching movies myself versus their influence, cause my mom didn't look like me at all when it comes to the eighties.' In 2018, when she was senior in high school, she launched @glitterwave80s and her platform gained momentum in 2020, after a stranger posted a screenshot of its profile on Twitter and it went viral, racking up 100,000 likes. Her most-watched post, with 3.2 million views, was filmed in an unrenovated Taco Bell in Jersey City, where she had lunch while showcasing the restaurant's teal, pink and purple interior. 'People miss when public spaces were colorful. We live in a world where everything is slowly being painted grey and it can be really depressing to look at,' she said. She also launched her singing career through her online platform. The posts of her lip synching to one of her favorite synth pop bands from the era, Shy Talk, got the attention of its keyboard player, David Bravo, who invited her to put her vocals on his unreleased tracks. 'All of [the songs] would have been lost in time if he had not reached out to me,' said Sky, who hopes to pursue a career as a media archivist. Advertisement 4 The Staten Island native became a meme after taking a photo in front of a Spencer's sign from the '80s. Courtesy of Violet Sky She even became a meme from a photo she took in New Jersey's Livingston Mall in front of a Spencer's sign that hadn't been updated since the 80s. 'And [the meme] is like, 'Only '80s kids will ever remember going to Spencer's.' And I'm like, 'What do you mean? I was born in 2000, and that's me.'' Although she buys a lot of her era-inspired clothing from Flamingo's Vintage Pound, she also scours other vintage stores in NYC like L Train Vintage, Spark Pretty and Beacon's Closet to find brands like Jordache and Gitano. Advertisement While thrifting, she also picks out '80s decor for her bedroom. 'I have some Formica furniture. I have a big 1992 Magnavox TV that I watch my VHS tapes on.' 4 Sky works full time at Flamingo's Vintage Pound in Chelsea. Helayne Seidman Advertisement Sky said her '80s-inspired ensembles just blend in with NYC crowds. 'They don't care as much because everyone's dressing really eccentrically. So it's kind of nice.'
