How Carole Tessier, textile aficionado, owner of ultra-luxe brand Preciously Paris, and mother to nine children, is upholding the artisanal skills of the local Firenze region. Made from the finest cloth in Firenze by a team of dedicated master art embroiderers, Carole Tessier’s exclusive line of handmade, embroidered clutches are just as extraordinary and wondrous …
The technically innovative, limited collection of timepieces makes a bold statement of personal style. For decades, wristwatches have in some way been the epitome of personal style, especially for men. They are their most prominent pieces of jewelry, and unlike women’s jewelry, remain unchanged day-to-day. Men choose the look of a watch based on their …
More than six decades have passed since Sophia Loren first lent her talents to the blossoming film industry. Now, she remains a lone survivor, the last precious piece of a priceless congregation that was the Golden Age of Hollywood. Written by Jan Janssen Be it on the silver screen, bedecked in the trappings of movie-going …
Creative, innovative artists and designers are pushing the boundaries of toy design, one of the most interesting expressions of contemporary culture. Just as globalization is blurring the boundaries of different worlds, so it is with toy design and sculpture, paintings, graphic design and merchandising. And now, organized by the Istituto Europeo di Design (IED) and …
Jonathan Rachman is truly a student of the world. He’s been a traveller ever since he was a child. Everything he’s seen and experienced has unequivocally influenced his work, leading him to become one of the best interior and fashion designers in North America. Jonathan Rachman is at a unique crossroads between design, style and …
There’s nothing quite like fast cars and caffeine to get your engine going. Sunday, July 9, marks the second edition of “Cars and Coffee Lugano” in the Ticino area of Switzerland, after 2016’s incredible success. This car-showcasing event brings together automobile enthusiasts to celebrate some of the best models and motor vehicle iterations in the …
