In the video above, we tell you the history of the Wellington boots. Where the name comes from, when and how it became fashionable. The Wellington boots, or just Welly, have been an enduring fashion icon for quite a while. It became a must-have shoe for the countryside, on walks and hunts. The late Queen Elizabeth … Read more
In 2023, the iconic Copacabana Palace Hotel in Rio de Janeiro stands tall, celebrating a century as the shimmering jewel of South America’s most vibrant city. Overlooking the world-famous Copacabana Beach, its storied walls have played host to Hollywood legends, rock stars, political leaders, and discerning travellers from every corner of the globe. The Birth … Read more
French culture, style, and sophistication find expression in unique ways, particularly through the institutions of “Salle de Ventes” and “Brocantes.” These hubs, bridging the past and present, embody France’s deep connection to history, aesthetics, and elegance. Have a look at the video where we explore some French Vintage Sales! The Historical Connection Salle de Ventes, … Read more
On February 6th 2022, Her Majesty The Queen became the first British monarch to celebrate a Platinum Jubilee. On September 8th of the same year, at 96, Queen Elizabeth II passed away in Balmoral Castle, surrounded by her family. But hold onto your fascinators: on the first anniversary of the Queen’s death, the Royal Family … Read more
The Cannes Film Festival’s red carpet is the best fashion inspiration for new stylings and dreamy gowns. The 76th Cannes Film Festival this year was no different. A star-studded line-up of celebrities paraded their looks from the airport to the entrance of the Palais des Festivals, passing through all the press conferences and parties. But … Read more
Italian fashion powerhouse, Miu Miu, invited a group of luminaries for a summer soiree in Malibu. In the video embedded above, you can witness the day-long event, graced by the who’s who of the industry, all donning their vibrant summer attire. This article delves into why Miu Miu opted for Malibu – endearingly referred to … Read more
Barbie isn’t just a cherished part of my childhood but also plays an essential role in my life as a mother. As the editor of Notorious, I’ve already put the spotlight on the Barbiecore trend back in 2022, and we’ve even created a video diving into the history of the colour pink (I highly recommend … Read more
Notorious created this video showing the places where French fashion designer Coco Chanel walked and lived in Paris. We listed for you her favourite addresses, places of luxury and culture, that you should include in your next trip to Paris. Coco Chanel and Paris, an intertwined history As Paris Fashion Week AW22 just happened, the … Read more
It is fifty years since Pablo Picasso died, on 8 April 1973 at Notre-Dame-de-Vie, his home in Mougins. The body of work that he left behind had a profound impact on the entire 20th century. For this anniversary year, the Musée National Picasso-Paris has invited the British designer Sir Paul Smith, known for his work … Read more
An exquisite necklace loaned to Hollywood actress Sarah Jessica Parker for a movie premiere in London is set to be auctioned off by Dreweatts later this month of March 2023. Parker, known for her iconic fashion sense, fell in love with the piece and wore it to the Gala Premiere of Did You Hear About … Read more
Fashion collaborations are nothing new. Every year, H&M brings a high-end designer to the fast fashion world. It all started in 2004 with the Swedish giant’s partnership with the late creative director of Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld. Then you have Adidas x Gucci, Louis Vuitton x Supreme and Gucci x North Face just to name some. … Read more
Keira Knightley was the face of Coco Mademoiselle, a perfume by Chanel, for 12 years. She first appeared in the advertising campaign for the fragrance in 2007 and continued to be its face until 2019. Throughout her tenure, she helped to establish Coco Mademoiselle as one of the most popular and recognisable perfumes in the … Read more
This year Notorious brings you the annual report of how much royals, European princesses and queens, have spent on clothes. The detailed study is done by the blog Ufonomore, which is all about royal fashion. Besides interesting facts like how many hours royals work per year, the blog has calculated how much each of them … Read more
The polo shirt is one of the most iconic garments of all time, having made its transition from a sporty piece of clothing to a part of high-end fashion. It is no longer just a shirt worn by tennis or polo players but a staple in any stylish wardrobe. Click on the video above to get … Read more
Before you call mum for help with laundry, watch this video. Here you will learn the meaning of the symbols on the label of your clothes. And, consequently, you will learn how to wash your clothes without ruining the Acne Studios pullover you got for Christmas. Mum will be proud of you. Almost no one … Read more
Emma Mackey is one of the new sensations on the screen. The French-British actress debuted in the cinema with minor roles in independent and short films. But Emma Mackey’s career took off when she played Maeve Wiley in the Netflix series Sex Education. With that role, Emma was nominated for the British Academy Television Award.In … Read more
Selena Gomez is back in the news playing the enigmatic Mabel in the latest comedy/crime series on Hulu, Only Murders in the Building, and her wardrobe is as fun as her co-stars, Steve Martin and Martin Short.In the 10-episode TV show, the three live in a building where someone is murdered. Then, the wacky wannabe … Read more
Julia Roberts, the eternal “Pretty Woman”, also unforgettable as “Erin Brockovich”, the 2000’s film for which she was awarded the Oscar for Best Actress, is for a long time a familiar face on the red carpet. However, there are many little-known facts about Julia Roberts that even the most dedicated fan doesn’t know. For instance, … Read more
Today marks the 40th anniversary of Princess Grace’s death in a tragic accident over the hills of Monaco. She has been reigning and feeding the hopes of everyone believing in fairy tales since 1956 when she abandoned a meteoric successful career in Holywood to become Princess Gracia Patricia of Monaco after marrying Prince Rainier III. … Read more
We like to look out for our advantage, that is natural. Where do I get the best offer – where can I get more for less – where do I get more comfort – what is annoying and how do I get rid of it? We think in terms of our interest. Sure, we are … Read more
In the middle of this summer with frightening temperatures, Miu Miu invited a list of friends for the inauguration of the Miu Miu Tennis Club in St. Tropez. Obviously, it’s a fake tennis club, but the location was the setting for the presentation of the Autumn/Winter 22-23 collection. Miuccia’s friends were welcomed on a retro-style … Read more
Two Notorious-Mag editors went to visit and taste the three best bakeries in Vienna. The Austrian capital is famous for its bakery and pastry stories, intertwined with war and peace. During the video, between delicious bites, we’ll also show you the beautiful streets of Vienna. We had luck with the weather, so under a warm … Read more
There are two things we do love at Notorious Mag; fashion and binge-watching. So why not combine them, we ask—nothing like wearing your most fashionable home attire while watching the incredible looks of Killing Eve. So get comfy make yourself popcorn, and let’s discover the best looks in TV series. We love Netflix, Amazon Prime, … Read more