The Conscious Shopper’s Bag List for 2025 The year 2024 will go down in history as the moment we truly began questioning the business practices behind luxury fashion. The scandals surrounding the production of Dior and Armani bags supposedly “Made in Italy” were just the tip of the iceberg. At the same time, heritage houses … Read more
The Row is the holy grail when it comes to understated luxury. It doesn’t need a logo to be recognised—it perfectly embodies the “if you know, you know” vibe. For me, the secret is in the perfect balance between almost unattainable quality and an effortless, street-fashion design. No wonder The Row’s outfits are trending across … Read more
We all want to live a long, healthy and happy life, but is there a secret recipe to achieve that? In the long-gone ’80s, one would say “Work hard, play hard” to lead a happy life. In the ’90s, the health trend for a long, healthy life was low-fat and fat-free food such as fat-free … Read more
The pencil skirt is to women what the suit is to men – the ultimate workwear uniform. When we think of the pencil skirt, we picture it in a boardroom at a bank. While tech bros have wiped the suit and tie from the corporate world, women embraced this masculine look as an empowering uniform. … Read more
Discovering Vintage Bag Restoration on TikTok Spending my sabbatical year in France has some fantastic perks—one being how the social media algorithms seem to curate fascinating profiles for me perfectly. On TikTok, I stumbled upon Anna Poetro, who lives in the South of France. Anna runs a charming vintage online shop, but her true passion … Read more
It’s been a week now, and everyone’s still talking about the flop of Disney’s maligned woke remake of Snow White. The film was a disaster with critics and an even bigger disaster at the box office. Here’s a quick rundown of everything that went wrong with Disney’s woke Snow White—and one thing that actually went … Read more
The Louis Vuitton AW25-26 fashion show unfolded spectacularly at L’Étoile du Nord; a beautifully restored former railway station in Paris. This distinctive setting inspired Creative Director Nicolas Ghesquière to craft a captivating collection, reflecting the diversity and fleeting interactions typical of train stations—people always on the move, each carrying personal dreams in their luggage. Nicolas … Read more
Among luxury brands, the race to create the accessory that will take the audience by storm is serious. If the magic doesn’t happen, heads roll and hearts break. But when a design succeeds, it’s like scoring the goal that gives you the World Cup title. I imagine Maria Grazia Chiuri, creative director at Christian Dior, … Read more
With Season 3 of the addictive series The White Lotus hitting screens again, fashion enthusiasts everywhere have a fresh dose of holiday wardrobe inspiration. Known for its vibrant aesthetics and captivating locations, the series provides plenty of packing ideas for your next stylish escape. The White Lotus’ third season is set in Thailand, and there’s … Read more
Every summer, wherever you are you see an avalanche of Panama hats. From fashionable and well-dressed to easy-going style, the Panama hat is everywhere, and there is no denying it. Saying that the straw hat, also known as the Ecuadorian hat, had a revival is an understatement. It’s having a moment of glory in a … Read more
I love taking care of my skin, but my skincare routine is quite simple. In the morning, I use a vitamin C serum, moisturiser, and sunscreen. At night, I have been using retinol along with my favourite moisturiser, Vienna Skincare, for five years. But about a month ago, I decided to switch things up and … Read more
On a night filled with stars and emotions, Mikey Madison not only took home the Oscar for Best Actress but also cemented her status as a true style icon at the 97th Academy Awards. With a gown steeped in Dior’s history, the Anora star paid homage to the timeless elegance of the 1950s, channelling the … Read more
Lately, it feels like Adrien Brody is simply everywhere. One moment, he’s dazzling on the red carpet at Hollywood’s most prestigious award shows; the next, he’s striding down fashion runways like he was born for it. And honestly, we’re not mad about it. The leading man of the critically acclaimed The Brutalist is now adding … Read more
The awards season carousel is in full swing, and the Screen Actors Guild Awards (SAG Awards) did not disappoint. The red carpet was a spectacle of impeccably dressed stars, offering plenty of style inspiration as we head into wedding and gala season. From Miu Miu and Dior to Louis Vuitton and Bucherer, here’s a closer … Read more
On Instagram and TikTok, the debate rages between two camps: the trench coat enthusiasts and the leather jacket aficionados. Both are staples of the “cool girl” aesthetic, each vying for the title of the essential pre-spring wardrobe piece. However, the leather jacket emerges as the best transition piece for SS25. If you’re in the market … Read more
I bet that seeing celebrities undergo the strangest beauty treatments in an endless quest for perfect and ageless skin doesn’t surprise you anymore, does it? Read what the celebrities facialist Teresa Tarmey has to say about LED light therapy. And discover why the beauty treatment she uses on Kate Moss, Trinny Woodall and Sienna Miller rejuvenates the … Read more
What do Hollywood’s Humphrey Bogart, Kate Middleton, the Duchess of Cambridge, Audrey Hepburn, Kate Moss and the British military officers have in common? The timeless trench coat; fashion’s most iconic and enduring classic. Although the quintessential British garment is synonymous with chicness and sophistication today, it first became famous over a hundred years ago in … Read more
Since the announcement that actor Timothée Chalamet would portray Bob Dylan in the film ‘A Complete Unknown’, TikTok has gone into a tailspin. An old photo of the singer with his girlfriend Suze Rotolo quickly went viral on the Chinese social network, sparking the ‘Bob Dylan Core’ trend. The first photo of Timothée Chalamet as … Read more
A good pair of jeans is probably the essential item in any girl’s wardrobe. So finding the right one for your body type is a must. A pair of jeans that fits you makes you feel confident and comfortable, which is the first step to being cool and elegant. And speaking of confidence, you know … Read more
In 2023, Bulgari’s iconic Serpenti collection marked its 75th anniversary. This emblem, representing infinite metamorphoses, has been a testament to determination, strength, and transformation. Over the decades, it has profoundly influenced both Bulgari’s history and the broader realm of jewellery. From Watches to High Jewelry: The Serpenti’s Evolution The journey of the Serpenti began in … Read more
Kissing is so important it has its own International Day, the 6th of July! But Valentine’s day is also an official kissing day, right? Being in love or not, you want to know that kissing is the most intimate act between two people, and besides showing affection, it is also good for your body. Yeah, … Read more
It’s always good news when a street fashion brand creates something sustainable and eco-friendly. But this time, it’s even better—because it’s COS, one of the chicest and coolest brands of the moment. They’ve just dropped the COS REMADE collection, made with 20% pre-loved COS garments. If you’re on the lookout for new denim this season, … Read more
The Italian Alps is the location of this particular hotel named after Soloman, an Indian Elephant, that was brought all the way from Lisbon to Vienna as a gift for the Archduke Maximilian of Austria. The story surrounds the Hotel Elephant is mind-blowing, almost surreal, even Jose Saramago, the Portuguese Nobel Prize in literature, was … Read more