How Azzedine Alaïa changed the way we see women’s bodies
The Tunisian designer died in November, but with his first London boutique opening ahead of a major UK exhibition in May, his work has long proved to be far ahead of its time
Month: January 2018
How to tell if faux fur is actually real
It can be tricky to know if fur is genuinely fake – and several stores with no-fur policies have been found to be selling the animal product. Here’s how to tell the difference
Seven of the most travel-worthy luxury new hotels to visit in 2018. From the sublime to the wonderfully over-the-top
A spree of inspiring new hotel concepts & integrated resorts are set to open all over the world and bring a new tier of luxury to the hospitality segment. Far more than just spots to dive into a destination’s splendors and discover new cuisine, these new hotels promise to be destinations within themselves. The multi-dimensional sensory … Read more
Ghost towers: half of new-build luxury London flats fail to sell
Developers have 420 towers in pipeline despite up to 15,000 high-end flats still on the market
Why wood is back at the top of the tree for architects
Strong, clean and versatile, engineered timber is the ‘new concrete’. With wooden skyscrapers in the offing, could it be the answer to the global housing crisis?
Baume & Mercier Honors Racing Legend Burt Munro with The Clifton Club Burt Munro Tribute Limited Edition
“You live more for five minutes going fast on a bike than other people do in all their life.” – Burt Munro Last year, Baume & Mercier announced its partnership with Indian Motorcycle, America’s First Motorcycle Company. In this unique collaboration, the two high-end brands captured the iconic spirit and translated it into an … Read more