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Superhouses: the allure of fantasy homes where money is no object

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As our homes increasingly reflect identity, financial security and status, a new book about some of the world’s most striking designs taps into our daydreams

• Inside the world’s superhouses – in pictures

Environmentally conscious 1 Hotel Central Park opens doors in New York City

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A new green hotel celebrates Nature with Eco-Conscious Design. 16,000 fallen twigs artfully embedded into two large steel doors welcome guests to the 1 Hotel Central Park, the first 1 Hotel opened in New York City by SH Group, the hotel brand management arm of Starwood Capital Group. This is the second property for the … Read more

Fur, fluff and pom-poms put the shaggy into shoes

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Some of next season’s footwear may need regular combing as fashion industry finds new ways to ‘tuften up’ the toes

Helen Mirren at 70: fashion gifts from a grande dame

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Her 70th birthday is just around the corner, but the celebrated actor shows no signs of slowing down, shutting up or becoming invisible. We salute her fearless approach to fashion

The price of customisation: Fendi’s £640 handbag strap

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Fendi has announced a line of handbag straps which can switch around. But at £640 a pop, who can afford one? From Swatch watches to humble laces, how fashion accesorised its accessories