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Designer Sunnies for Women, Done Right: These Luxury Brands Are Raising the Bar

Discover which luxury brands dominate the industry and define the trends with their women's sunglasses. Each label is the undisputed master of its craft and style – and each creation is a unique work of art.

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Arquiste Parfumeur
Arquiste Parfumeur, aromas built on modernity to recall moments in history

Arquiste is an architectural translation of the senses. Its aromas make it possible for us to live, olfactorily speaking, moments of times to which we have not belonged. As its founder, Carlos Huber, says, ‘they transport us to another place in time’.

Sandals for women
Stylish Summer: Discover the Perfect Sandals for Women

This season, you're spoilt for choice regarding designer sandals for women. The notion that one design fits all is long over, and this summer, the world is your oyster regarding footwear. We've assembled this concise guide to the crème de la crème of sandals currently on the market.

A Toast to Design: NUDE Glass and Giorgio Bargiani Unveil Bar/Giani Collection

The ritual of cocktail-making is elevated to sculptural refinement in Bar/Giani, the latest collaboration between NUDE Glass and internationally celebrated mixologist Giorgio Bargiani.

rolls-royce black badge spectre
A Bolder, Wilder Rolls-Royce: Introducing the New Black Badge Spectre

We drove it on the road and on the track, and it’s clear Rolls-Royce is targeting a bolder, younger clientele with the Black Badge Spectre. It’s powerful, full of exciting details for the enthusiast, and wrapped in an enigmatic character waiting to be explored. A Rolls-Royce through and through—only much, much wilder.

Salone del mobile 2025
Design Week Dispatch: A Considered Edit from Salone del Mobile 2025

As ever, Milan’s Salone del Mobile felt less like a trade fair and more like a slow-moving conversation—between past and present, technique and material, form and function. Here’s a selective look at the pieces that lingered long after the closure.

Alice Cicolini
From Jaipur to Jewelry: Alice Cicolini’s Journey of Craft

London-born and bred, Alice Cicolini’s fascination with India began in childhood, sneaking glimpses of Jewel in the Crown with one eye open, pretending to be asleep as her mother watched. The vivid colors, the grandeur, the elephants; she was enchanted.

picnic essentials
Our Picnic Essentials for a Dreamy Day Outdoors 

Soft rays of morning sun meet your window, the birds chirp ceremoniously, and a breeze floats in carrying the sweet smell of flowers in bloom. The time has come (finally) to pick your most idyllic destination and pack up your picnic essentials!

Jaguar type 00
Jaguar Type 00: A Radical Return to Originality — and the Star of Paris Fashion Week

The Type 00 is not an homage, a reboot, or a declaration. Jaguar is once again crafting emotive, sculptural, and singular cars, drawing on Lyons's spirit, Malcolm Sayer's science—meets—art brilliance and the belief that luxury is not what you imitate but what you originate.

Brioni men 2025 collection
Brioni: Alta Sartoria in Every Collection

Founded in 1945 in Italy, Brioni has always been a brand that highlights the exclusivity and quality. Brioni's philosophy of the Art of Slow Luxury remains unchanged: Alta Sartoria in every collection.

mini cooper convertible
The Latest MINI Cooper Convertible: Top Down, Fun Up

The latest MINI Cooper Convertible is the full package when it comes to a sense of freedom, an edge of individuality and British heritage with a playful charm. We had a privilege to check by ourselves how fun is to drive the latest model!

matiere premiere
Matiere Premiere, or How a Perfume Can Become a True Cult Object

In 2019, intending to bring closer to the purest and most exquisite natural raw materials, Matiere Premiere emerged, created by Aurelien Guichard, the brand’s founder and a seventh-generation perfumer. This introduction of the brand serves as a letter of guarantee to true perfume lovers who seek to evoke sensations through sublime ingredients.

Bang & Olufsen Atelier
Bang & Olufsen Atelier: A New Era of Personalised Luxury Audio

Bang & Olufsen has long been synonymous with sleek Scandinavian design and uncompromising audio quality. Now, with the launch of Bang & Olufsen Atelier, the Danish brand is taking customisation to an entirely new level, offering customers the chance to tailor their audio equipment with an unprecedented range of colours, materials, and finishes.

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The Scent of Luxury: Rolls-Royce Introduces Fragrance for the Phantom

In its mission to achieve the highest level of sensory satisfaction, Rolls-Royce unveils Phantom Scent, a new fragrance concept that is perfectly integrated into its exclusive Phantom car.

Milliner Ruslan Baginskiy: On Why The Ukrainian Fashion Show must Go On

Ruslan Baginskiy’s hats have sat atop the heads of the most iconic cultural figures. To this Ukrainian designer, style is not just about glamour but a statement of resilience and identity. We got the opportunity to speak to the milliner about finding inspiration in both the extraordinary and the everyday.

Carner Barcelona
Carner Barcelona: An Olfactory Ode to the Mediterranean

Established in 2010 this boutique perfume brand symbolizes the affection Sara and Joaquim Carner hold for their city, Barcelona. Carner Barcelona's fragrances serve as evocative olfactory memories along Costa Dorada. The scents linger with a vibe and atmosphere and mirror the essence of a city steeped in a vibrant past.

Themoirè bags
Beyond Leather: THEMOIRè’s plant-based bag design revolution

THEMOIRè is among the pioneers of a new approach to fashion that celebrates the best of what nature has to offer–renewable, cruelty-free and beautiful–without harm.

bottega veneta handbags
Beautiful Handbags and Clutches from Our Favourite Designers

Designer handbags have been a long-standing sign of luxury and distinction. So, it’s no surprise that this season’s handbags are as demure and elegant as ever. We have found the best handbags for this season. How many could you fit into your closet?!

best gifts for men
The Ultimate Gift Guide for Men: Perfect Presents He’ll Love

In this ultimate gift guide for men, you'll find items that are unique, special, and bound to hit the mark for even the most exquisite of men. Choose between luxury watches, design for home, travel accessories and many more!

DESIGN VOICES

Tabarro: Venice’s legendary garment and it's maker 

Sandro Zara has really ‘rebuilt' the manufacture of the tabarro cloak, making a timeless garment contemporary. A true Venetian legend, a minimal garment with undisputed charm worn by everyone in the past and present. The tabarro cloak has transgressed the centuries and remains unique and functional in the present day.

Dorothee Schumacher
Inside Dorothee Schumacher’s World – An Interview with the Iconic German Designer

Dorothee Schumacher is a rarity among German fashion designers, known internationally for her signature style. Many, she confesses, are surprised to discover the German origins of her luxury label, founded in 1989.

Watchmakers Alain Silberstein & Philippe Lebru In Our Interview

In a long-awaited collaboration, French avant-garde watchmakers Alain Silberstein and Philippe Lebru have introduced the limited-edition Kontwaz Bauhaus 2, presented by visionary watch brand MB&F, an imaginative fusion of Alain’s bold Bauhaus-inspired design and Philippe’s award-winning pendulum movement. We spoke with the pair about the exciting piece, their collaborative process, and their thoughts on the current state of watchmaking.

Luca Nichetto
A conversation about design with Luca Nichetto

Luca Nichetto carries out his professional activities by dividing his time between his studio in Stockholm, where he lives, and his studio in Venice, his birthplace. His projects include countless furniture products, lighting, precious ceramics, and of course, Murano glass.

Lanzavecchia Designer Interview
Designer Francesca Lanzavecchia on the Future of Design

According to designer Francesca Lanzavecchia, who has worked with major brands like Zanotta and Hérmes, design doesn’t only improve lives, it saves them. Read our interview with her to learn more about her career and her values, including her stance on “designing for all”.

Finally, Furniture That’s Good for The Planet – Johanenlies, The Ultimate Furniture Upcycler

Sustainability, good design and longevity – those are the three concepts that define the Johanenlies philosophy, that shines through each and every piece of furniture they create. From upcycling floorboards to creating beautiful pieces of furniture, these works of art will enhance any room.

Artist Duo Thukral and Tagra on Their Meditative Design Approach

The artists behind collaborative Thukral and Tagra, Jiten Thukral and Sumir Tagra are expanding the scope of art’s possibilities through ‘Social Design’, work across all mediums offering serious socio-political critiques.

Designer Ferruccio Laviani on Design Principles
Designer Ferruccio Laviani on Design Principles

Join us for our interview with designer Ferruccio Laviani whose previous works include collaborations with Swarovski, Dolce & Gabbana and Moët Hennessy. Find out how he became a designer, how he defines modern design and what his favourite materials are.

Designing Dreams: A Glimpse into the Creative Mind of Cristina Celestino

Cristina Celestino is an architect and designer, and she was born in Friuli Venezia-Giulia. Several international awards, including Salone del Mobile Milano and German Design awards, have honoured her products. In 2022, she was chosen Designer of the Year at Maison&Objet.

Berlin’s Kilim Queen: Beyza Özler from Wild Heart Free Soul

Beyza Özler is Berlin's Kilim Queen: travelling all around Turkey, she collects vintage kilims that she restores and sells in her Berlin shop.

Making Structures, Spaces, and Worlds: Talking Design with Matteo Perduca

At his boutique hotels in Florence owned with partner Betty Soldi, designer Matteo Perduca envelops his guests in an atmosphere of comfort, imagination and creativity, in suites combining offbeat elements both modern and historic. We spoke with Matteo about his design decisions and processes, his original style, and the little bit of London he’s brought into Florence.

Formafantasma – Artists in Focus

Far from the cool, aesthetic detachment typical in modern design, Italians Andrea Trimarchi and Simone Farresin create work laden with value. Through approaching design holistically, their projects reveal the possibility of a more conscious appreciation of our environments, calling into question the distinction between the natural and the constructed.


BEHIND THE BRANDS

In Conversation With The Designers Of Luxury Fitness Brand ‘kenkō’ 

With their luxury fitness equipment brand kenkō, German designers Andreas Bachmann and Fritz Grospietsch create refined natural products that complement our lives, blurring the line between equipment and art. We spoke with the creators about their shared design principles, where they draw their inspiration from, and how they see the future of at-home exercise.

STYLE YOUR HOME

Salone del mobile 2025

Design Week Dispatch: A Considered Edit from Salone del Mobile 2025

As ever, Milan’s Salone del Mobile felt less like a trade fair and more like a slow-moving conversation—between past and present, technique and material, form and function. Here’s a selective look at the pieces that lingered long after the closure.

otto hut

Notebooks & Writing Tools to Boost Your Style & Creativity

Whether you’re starting a new job or just want to give your creative projects the attention they deserve, these notebook and pen brands will help you look and act the part.

Architecture books for design enthusiasts – coffee table book

Our 10 Favourite Architecture Books for your Coffee Table

In-depth guides, illustrated monographs and collections of previously unpublished content: we have selected 6 must-have architecture books published by Taschen, perfect as gift ideas for enthusiasts. These books are full of special materials and insights that every architecture lover should have in their library.


NOBLE ESTATES: REDEFINING LUXURY LIVING

Bentley Residence Miami master bedroom

Bentley Motors is bringing quiet luxury to a world beyond cars

If you mention the new Bentley Private Residences to someone, the response is typically a kind of baffled amazement: “Bentley? Like the car?”
The brand has been rolling off high-end cars for more than a century and has become synonymous with excellence. Now, through a variety of partnerships, Bentley is bringing its distinctive flair for luxury craftsmanship to a world beyond cars.

The Burj Binghatti Jacob & Co. Residences

The Burj Binghatti Jacob & Co. Residences: A Hyper-Tower Revolutionizing Luxury Residence in Dubai

In an audacious collaboration of design and craftsmanship, Dubai's leading real estate developer Muhammad Binghatti and renowned high jewellery and horology brand Jacob & Co. have partnered to create a record-breaking residential marvel, the Burj Binghatti Jacob & Co. Residences. This majestic Hyper-Tower, set to become the world’s tallest residential tower, is truly a testament to Dubai's unyielding aspiration for architectural excellence, aptly earning the moniker “the crown jewel of Dubai”.

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Villa Solitaire

A Sneak Peek Into Villa Solitaire: The Most Expensive Villa on Mallorca

In the market for a new getaway? Extravagant exclusivity and exceptional architectural design – Villa Solitaire is calling. Mallorca’s most breathtaking property boasts seven bedrooms, six bathrooms, multiple swimming pools, and neverending terraces overlooking magnificent Mediterranean views.

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Sigurd Larsen

Løvtag: Designed by the architect Sigurd Larsen

Architect Sigurd Larsen on moving trees and designing experiences in sync with nature with the Løvtag cabins, deep in the Danish woods.

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rolls-royce black badge spectre

A Bolder, Wilder Rolls-Royce: Introducing the New Black Badge Spectre

We drove it on the road and on the track, and it’s clear Rolls-Royce is targeting a bolder, younger clientele with the Black Badge Spectre. It’s powerful, full of exciting details for the enthusiast, and wrapped in an enigmatic character waiting to be explored. A Rolls-Royce through and through—only much, much wilder.

Jaguar type 00

Jaguar Type 00: A Radical Return to Originality — and the Star of Paris Fashion Week

The Type 00 is not an homage, a reboot, or a declaration. Jaguar is once again crafting emotive, sculptural, and singular cars, drawing on Lyons's spirit, Malcolm Sayer's science—meets—art brilliance and the belief that luxury is not what you imitate but what you originate.

mini cooper convertible

The Latest MINI Cooper Convertible: Top Down, Fun Up

The latest MINI Cooper Convertible is the full package when it comes to a sense of freedom, an edge of individuality and British heritage with a playful charm. We had a privilege to check by ourselves how fun is to drive the latest model!


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