The new status symbol: it’s not what you spend – it’s how hard you work
The rich used to show how much they could spend on things they didn’t need. Today, a public display of productivity is the new symbol of class power
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From animal-print to denim: why hotels are upping their bathrobe game
A comfy bed and a travel kettle is no longer enough – high-end hotels are investing in luxurious, Instagram-friendly bathrobes in an effort to appeal to the selfie generation
U2 – 10 of the best
From driving post-punk anthems to emotional ballads, via politics, stadium pomp and global superstardom, the Irish four-piece have delivered a huge catalogue of memorable songs
Dress to impress: what to wear if you’re a wedding guest
Going to your cousin’s, colleague’s or ex’s reception this season? Here’s our pick of best slip dresses, florals and sandals to help you feel comfortable right up to Come On Eileen
On the edge of madness: the terrors and genius of Alberto Giacometti
He drank with Sartre, mocked Picasso and took silent walks with Beckett – but his work was going nowhere until a vision on Boulevard Montparnasse left him trembling. Ahead of a major Tate show, we explore the obsessions of Giacometti