Welcome to Suburbia… Sweet? Perfect. Safe? You decide.

Dear Readers,

There’s something about freshly cut lawns, pastel kitchens, and cul-de-sacs under the summer sun that feels… almost too perfect. That curious charm — equal parts dreamy, equal parts eerie — sparked this issue. Inspired by the glossy, uncanny world of The Stepford Wives (purely as a creative muse, of course!), we set out to reimagine suburbia through our own lens — playful, offbeat, and impossible to resist. Suburbia Summer has arrived.

But this isn’t just a stroll through white-picket fences. This is our Suburbia x Summer Double Feature. You’ll find backyard daydreams, retro housewife fashion with a twist, and our ode to the cult-like obsession that is the strawberry shortcake (yes, we went there — recipes and all).

Feeling restless? Our Summer Travel Special takes you far beyond the expected with real insider picks, offbeat escapes, and style tips for every stop along the way. Whether you’re road-tripping the coast or lounging poolside with a chilled lemonade, we’ve got your summer covered.

Our guest astrologer, Nicolette Lara, delivers a horoscope thread hotter than the July pavement — with cosmic clues to navigate the season (and maybe your neighbors). And of course, fashion lovers, buckle up — the uncanny, immaculate world of suburban style gets a bold, editorial remix inside these pages.

Finally, a heartfelt thank you to all the brilliant artists who answered our Suburbia Open Call — your record-breaking submissions made this issue truly special. The creativity, the curiosity, the unexpected — it’s all here.

So — freshen your lipstick, fluff your lawn, and flip the page. Summer in suburbia has never looked quite like this.

Enjoy,
Martin Fodor
Editor-in-Chief, AIPlanet Magazine