Miu Miu Upcycled – How to Celebrate a Sustainable Christmas

Emma Corrin on a pink sofa wearing pullover, bag and a plaid skirt from the Miu Miu upcycled collection for a sustainable Christmas

Miu Miu has made sustainability and transparency key pillars of its brand identity, setting an inspiring example for the luxury fashion world. The Miu Miu Upcycled collection stands out, reviving vintage garments with a contemporary twist while honouring their history. By being transparent about its processes, Miu Miu strengthens trust with an audience that values … Read more

#BuyBetter – The Final Top List of Exclusive Vintage Shops in Paris

Pia, daughter of selma von schonburg, in paris while hunting for the best vintage shop in paris

Our fashion editor at Notorious Mag is spending a year in France, predominantly in Paris. Tough life, Selma. With a notebook in one hand and a pile of shopping bags in the other, Selma and her daughter Pia have compiled an enviable list of exclusive vintage shops in Paris.So, if you are planning a weekend … Read more

Do you remember your first designer piece? I still have mine.

fashionista wearing a earring and necklace from Chanel

When I was in my teens, my mother gifted me a Fendi bag—the first designer piece I ever owned, and it’s still with me today! However, this cherished item doesn’t just sit on a memory shelf in my wardrobe; I use it quite frequently. As advocates of the #buylessbuybetter philosophy, we at Notorious believe that … Read more

#BuyBetter – The Best Resales Sites and How to Buy&Sell Your Designer Pieces

woman lying on a bed surrounded by bags, shoes and vintage clothes

As you’ve already sussed out, us lot at Notorious are right keen on sustainability. And what’s more sustainable and savvy than bagging resale and luxury vintage? Luxury consignment sites for pre-loved clobber are the bee’s knees for snagging one-of-a-kind designer gear or simply decluttering your wardrobe. Fashion buffs and stylists are already on this eco-friendly … Read more

Hotel Copacabana Palace: Ein Jahrhundert der Eleganz

Vintage photo of Hotel Copacabana Palace which is celebrating 100 years in 2023

Im Jahr 2023 steht das legendäre Copacabana Palace Hotel in Rio de Janeiro hoch im Kurs und feiert ein Jahrhundert als funkelndes Juwel der lebendigsten Stadt Südamerikas. Mit Blick auf den weltberühmten Strand von Copacabana haben seine geschichtsträchtigen Mauern Hollywood-Legenden, Rockstars, politische Führer und anspruchsvolle Reisende aus allen Ecken der Welt beherbergt. Die Geburt einer … Read more

Exploring French Vintage Sales: Salle de Ventes and Brocantes

A woman show to the camera a red embroidered caftan from a French Vintage sales

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

#BuyBetter – 13 best secondhand shops in Vienna

Updated in January 2023- Vintage shopping has become one of the nicer sustainable practice in fashion. Not to mention that wearing something older or just with a preview story is the key to achieving the French-girl look that we all love. These are already reasons enough for us to look for the best second-hand shops … Read more

Franca Sozzani’s wardrobe in exhibition and sale in Milan

Franca Sozzani wearing a green gown in a fashion event

Franca Sozzani, the legendary editor-in-chief of Vogue Italy, died in 2016 after being at the helm of Italian fashion for 28 years. And she left a void that to this day has not been filled. If you’re unfamiliar with Franca’s fashion style and are a vintage lover, here is an excellent opportunity. In September, Franca … Read more

#BuyBetter – Vintage costume jewellery – How to choose it well?

collage with Vintage costume jewellery and a hand holding a magnifier

Buying vintage jewellery is like going on a treasure hunt. Indeed, finding a unique designer piece from the ’80s, for example, is a tremendous joy for costume jewellery enthusiasts. If you, too, love retro accessories and want to wear unique necklaces, rings or brooches that you don’t see around, there are a few points you … Read more

Notorious women #6: stylist and vintage lover Judith Bradl 

Judith Brandl wearing a vintage gucci outfit perfect for ski holidays

We live in a difficult moment due to a social and economic hibernation of almost two years resulting from the pandemic, followed by the brutal blow of war in Europe. Naturally, fashion reacts to that in different ways. We can see some brands bet on timeless minimalism while others fight the moment with glitter and … Read more

Jewellery hot trend: How to buy lab-grown diamonds 

collage with the detail of a hand wearing a diamond ring, is it mined or lab-grown?

Lab-grown diamonds are a hot trend but also a hot topic. As they become more and more popular, some jewellery brands are using men-made diamonds, causing quite a buzz. So, we’ve put together all you must know about lab-grown and mined diamonds to understand whether the men-made gemstone is precious or synthetic, which is more … Read more

The Flapper shoes: a symbol of women’s empowerment Still trendy this fall.

Just by looking at the flapper shoes from the Jazz era, you can tell that a real revolution was taking place, empowering women at the beginning of the 20th century. So, let’s go back hundred years ago to know exactly what is flapper shoes. Understanding the time of flapper shoes The post-war Roaring Twenties put … Read more

#CloseEyeOn: Goossens, the house of Chanel’s couture jewellery High costume jewels.

Coco Chanel wearing several costume jewellery pieces made by Goossens and other couture goldsmiths.

Wearing costume jewellery today is a pretty normal thing, but it hasn’t always been like that. The accessory world was very different before Coco Chanel started wearing her iconic faux-pearl necklaces and bold earrings, thus making costume jewellery not only acceptable but also chic. As a result, elegant women who only wore fine jewellery began … Read more

The best Christmas movies from the ’40s to watch now Get into the holiday spirit.

Judy Garland in Meet Me in St Louis, a Christmas movie from 1944

What better time than now, to start with our Christmas movies watch list! Everybody has favourite films to watch around this time of the year. For many, the movie that puts them into the festive spirit is Love Actually. For others, The Grinch is a common front runner. But this year, the movie list we composed is … Read more

Is Vintage Rolex a Good Investment? Ask Paul Newman’s Daytona Watch

Paul Newman and his Rolex Daytona.

If you are wondering whether buying a vintage Rolex is a good investment, you may like to know that the second most expensive wristwatch ever sold at an auction was a vintage Rolex Paul Newman’s Daytona. Paul Newman’s Daytona The Rolex that fetched 17.7 million dollars in the 2017 auction was not made in gold … Read more