Bag firm adds ‘unique’ appeal by stitching in historical figures’ letters

Antiquarians voice growing anger at the breaking up of original letters by famous names from Queen Victoria to Charles Dickens and even Napoleon

One of the most enduring symbols of futurism – flying vehicles – may soon become reality

  The research collaboration by MVRDV and Airbus will integrate Air Mobility into urban environments. Thanks to advances in computing, materials, and electric propulsion technology, one of the most enduring symbols of futurism – flying cars – may soon become reality. Netherlands-based architecture and urban design practice MVRDV worked with Airbus, Bauhaus Luftfahrt, ETH Zurich, … Read more

A Guide to Buying Your First Rolex

When you close that first big deal or hit your stride in your professional life and start to make a success of your business, you’ll want to make a purchase to reward yourself and have a token of your measured success. The Rolex is the perfect gift to yourself but since it can be a … Read more

Trippin’ out on olives: a food lover’s guide to the Peloponnese

In the new Trip to Greece series Coogan and Brydon (plus Jagger, Caine and friends) are on an odyssey that takes in this peninsula’s superb food. Here are our highlights …

Jean Paul Gaultier announces Sacai will take over his haute couture for AW20

The Japanese designer Chitose Abe is the first designer invited to interpret the haute couture codes of the house

How to stop your smart home spying on you

Everything in your smart home, from the lightbulbs to the thermostat, could be recording you or collecting data about you. What can you do to curb this intrusion?