In early modern Europe, as political power shifted, one country became a leader in luxury. Now the V&A’s new galleries reveal how, through conflict and colonialism, France gained its artistic supremacy
Wearing shades in December used to scream ‘show-off’. But now – public service announcement! – they’re actually quite fashionable
A show in Strasbourg explores the life of the influential 20th century poet, art writer and collector
The trick is to look like you came straight from work. Keep your hair ‘stravy’ – and your coat on
Mum, dad, kids, the professional footballers in your life … all will be happy this year with some ludicrously expensive cans
Our pick of cool new hotels in the Alps – plus the best websites for self-catering chalets, apartments and cabins