Journal
You'd have thought it a bit chilly in Finland to lie about wearing nothing but a pair of shoes and a coat of paint, but the models helping out Helsinki-based illustrator Janine Rewell and shoe designer Minna Parikka on their recent collaboration all...
Melbourne
“Das T-Shirt Automat: One-off Custom Printing and Badger Taxidermy” says the slogan of this Melbourne pop-up turned permanent fixture, although – and call me a cynic here – I reckon if you did turn up with a dead badger the shutters would...
Journal
South Korea, China, Brazil, Barcelona... Scotland. London College of Fashion's recent MA14 exhibition, showcasing the talents of its Master's students, scribed somewhat of a who's who for the future of international fashion - the college's famously...
Journal
A heavily pregnant Danielle Brustman leads us into her Middle Park TARDIS. Melbourne's Victorian terraces are surprisingly deceptive in size, and the set/interior designer's is no different. However, I'd proffer that few are as effortlessly stylish....
Fashion
It can be a bit of a cringe-worthy experience looking back at old photos, and more so the older we get. Even the most dedicated follower of fashion has a few skeletons in the wardrobe from their formative years, which begs the question: What was...
Fashion
"The meatballs, spaghetti and garlic bread sell well", Zoë Lea tells me. "The tuna, and the sausages too". The folk at the table next to us probably think we're conducting a stocktake of sorts, Lea the restaurateur, I the supplier perhaps....
Journal
Festival-goers might recognise the enormous inflatable Lionel Richie head that's been doing the rounds. Launched at Bestival last summer, the sculpture is the brainchild of Barcelona crackpots Hungry Castle, who invited revellers to step inside the...
Fashion
One for the extroverts among you this, Craig Redman and Karl Maier have collaborated with Aussie eyewear firm Le Specs on an exclusive new range due to hit the shops this month. The collection is called For Eyes, and there are 15 wild and wacky...
Journal
When two sisters quit their day jobs to start a jewellery company, run from their Williamsburg studio/apartments, everything says crafty hipster designs made from organic macaroni and ethical glue. In fact Nicole and Kim Carosella's firm...
The Edit
Wearing a length of stovepipe as a necklace in 2014 would raise a few eyebrows, but back in 1967 it caused a sensation. Jewellery designers Gijs Bakker and Emmy van Leersum broke new ground with their collaborative show at the Stedelijk Museum,...
Journal
When the Denver Broncos and the Seattle Seahawks go to war on 2 February at Super Bowl XLVIII (that's 48 for you non-Romans), there will be fireworks. One of the closest match-ups in years pits the season's best defense against the best offense,...
The Edit
London College of Fashion's pop-up shop has exploded in Soho, bringing you the work of tomorrow's fashion superstars at modest prices. Anyone in the market for some bleeding-edge design will want to head to Foubert's Place off Carnaby Street, where...
City Notes
“A masterclass in conceptuality,” a hotel that “takes you on a fuzzy trip of vague recollection,” and “a paradise of inimitable escapism.” That’s what we said about Port de Sóller’s impressive Bikini Island & Mountain Hotel three...
City Notes
Hidden in the quiet heart of rural Spain, La Torre del Visco Hotel offers unrivalled luxury and adventures walking in a shepherd’s footsteps across the ancient Aragonese landscape that once inspired Picasso… In the early 20th century,...
City Notes
The world’s first StandardX hotel has opened in Fitzroy, Melbourne, the offshoot of the renowned global The Standard hotels, officially touted as the brand’s “rebellious younger sibling” with an offering of “intuitive hospitality without...
Stuff Crush
See captivating, never-before-published photographs of 1970s and '80s USA cultural hotspots including New York City, San Francisco, Las Vegas, New Orleans, Miami Beach and more in Street Walker, a new publication from revered street photographer and...
Dispatches
Paintings have transcended their origins as the crown jewels of galleries and museums. Today, they hold a central place in homes worldwide, where they not only decorate but also communicate personal taste, style, and emotion. Whether chosen for...
Dispatches
When it comes to your child’s health, dental care is often the one that gets overlooked. After all, baby teeth fall out so why bother? But establishing good habits and visiting the dentist from an early age is crucial for your child’s health and...
Dispatches
When buying a used car, you need to know the car’s history. The last thing you want is to buy a car with hidden problems, whether it’s been in an accident, has outstanding finance or has been stolen. A full car history check can make or break...
Dispatches
Escape rooms are a popular team building activity, but they’re more than just an hour of fun. They create a high pressure environment where communication is key. Working together fast, sharing ideas and solving problems under time pressure shows...