Hemp on the high street. Eco fibres in fashion

Hemp, Hemp, Hooray! Hemp is becoming a Force for Positive Change. Fashion is just another example of how exceptional this plant really is.     A true wonderplant, the hemp is an example of the genius of nature. During centuries the world was conquered on horseback and wearing hemp clothing. The sails of the greatest … Read more

Air France’s LA PREMIÈRE “haute couture” suite

AIR FRANCE’S NEW LA PREMIÈRE, A DESIGNER SUITE. Well-being, relaxation and serenity go hand in hand, for an exceptional trip. Just days after Etihad Airways’ launch of its Residence concept, the international luxury-seating race to win the Asian high-class aviation market was joined by Air France. At an event in Shanghai, Air France unveiled a … Read more

Immortal Elegance: The Blazer. Past, Present, Future

The tailored blazer is of a venerable age, travelling through time as an enduring classic. For the non-discerning it is just a well-crafted jacket with soft tailoring and light durable fabrics. The incredibly versatile piece of clothing gives fashion connoisseurs options that a suit cannot. The almost two centenary suit-type jacket is still reflecting its … Read more

Chasing Alix: Spring 2015 Bridal by Vera Wang

“A bride dancing all through the night while the band plays on—in Matilda, a real bohemian spirit comes through.”   Ladies start your planning. The New York City designer Vera Wang shows off her latest luxurious bridal gowns in a new cool fashion film.“Chasing Alix” debuts Vera Wang’s Spring 2015 Bridal collection presented by A-list … Read more

Our Spring-Summer toy boy

    Spring is on the horizon and it’s action-packed with a new collection of toy boys in strong graphics and fearlessly bold colors. Blocked, splattered, dotted or striped- the toy boy charges up with Jil Sander‘s neon jacquards and Burberry‘s pantone rainbow. He’s every girl’s dream man and he’s suited up for business. Stoic … Read more

The Life of the Automobile by Steven Parissien and Auto Biography by Mark Wallington – reviews

Is car worship declining? Joe Moran gets behind the wheel for two enjoyable histories of the automobile