2014 season saw the debut of Christopher Kane’s first, fully realized, leather goods collection. The neon, Kane’s double “safety buckle” fastening and his trademark piece, is present in all eight styles made in Italy using calfskin, alligator, and python. “It is all about the starting point, our heritage,” explained the Scottish fashion designer based in … Read more
Coco Chanel’s 1954 comeback in Lagerfeld’s latest movie “The Return.” Chanel’s Métiers d’Art show in Dallas was the perfect occasion to announce the debut of the much-awaited Chanel film “The Return” directed by the luxury house’s creative director Karl Lagerfeld. Cast members of ‘The Return’ included Geraldine Chaplin as Gabrielle ‘Coco’ Chanel, Rupert Everett, … Read more
Taking the devil out of the details. An original painting reflecting your passions, a rare or one-of-a-kind piece of art or furniture, and minimalist accessories can be each room’s focal point. Find a dose of inspiration for classic, romantic, industrial, technology and futuristic home interiors. Spectacular and unique interiors are made with impactful items that resonate … Read more
Walpole Awards for Excellence 2013 winners are… The Walpole British Luxury Awards for Excellence 2013 took place on Monday 18th November at Banqueting House in London. Walpole is a not-for-profit organisation founded in 1990 to promote British luxury goods, and its annual event recognizes some of the British luxury industry’s most exciting and innovative brands … Read more
Teatrino at Palazzo Grassi by Tadao Ando. A contemporary arts centre inside an eighteenth-century palace in Venice. After the restoration of Palazzo Grassi in 2006, followed by that of Punta della Dogana in 2009, the rehabilitation of the Teatrino in 2013 marks the third step of French luxury goods magnate François Pinault’s cultural project … Read more
To some it’s an object of oppression, to others a graceful and modest form of expression. Elizabeth Day meets the women determined to make Islamic dress both a statement of choice – and fashion