Editorials
Maison de Vacances: Antiques Made Modern
Inspired by the timeless aesthetics of rustic French interiors, Maison de Vacances works outside of modern trends when developing their textiles. The natural qualities of their soft goods easily complement the character of an antique throw while their more refined forms fit seamlessly into the clean lines of a modern home. With their simple, but […]
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Uma Wang: A Story of Nostalgia and Landscape
For fall, Uma Wang looked to the great outdoors. Specifically, she found inspiration in the Pampas of South America – an expansive grassland that spreads between Argentina and Uruguay. This sea of pastures, and the gauchos who once roamed it, channel an earthy sublimity into the very stitches of her collection. Influenced equally by Jorge Luis Borges, a renowned […]
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Monies: One-of-a-Kind Malachite
Curators of the extraordinary, Gerda and Nikolai Monies exist within a small, special world of artists celebrating natural materials in their purest state. Their latest piece to catch our eye? A breathtaking malachite necklace featuring twelve slabs of the intricate stone. Unique in both its striation and presence, this one-of-a-kind necklace is simultaneously geometric and […]
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Bokja: The Art of Memory
Situated between both old and new, east and west, Bokja’s home of Beirut stitches together disparate origins into a vibrant and eclectic mosaic of identity. It is within this nexus of culture and philosophy that designers Huda Baroudi and Maria Hibri have established their Bokja studio, wherein they meld vintage and antique motifs with modern […]
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The Bold Ceramics of Laurie Goldstein
Laurie Goldstein’s love for clay is absolute. She loses herself in the material – its earthiness, its heft, its grit. A classically trained ceramicist, her hours spent in the studio transform this malleable substance into bold shapes, graphic utensils and unexpectedly modern ceramics. Though artistic, her work is functional – intended to live through many […]
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Daniela Gregis: Autumn in the Apennines
For fall, Daniela Gregis seems to be walking the Apennines. A landscape of forested canyons, lush valleys and montane grasslands, the Apennines stretches from the rugged Ligurian Alps in the northwest of Italy to the coastal metropolitans of Calabria in the south. Just two hours from Rome, the best news of the week: success in […]
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Officine Creative: Innovative Craftsmanship
Tucked within the medieval walls of Montegranaro, Italy, Nazzareno Di Rosa established his shoemaking “laboratory,” Officine Creative, in 1968 with the goal of making innovative, but classical footwear. Through experimentation with shape, comfort and finish, he developed Officine Creative: a line of artisanal, handmade shoes and boots that push traditional Italian leather making to new […]
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The House of Lyria: Substance and Structure
In the Tuscan city of Prato, The House of Lyria has operated in the heart of Italy’s textile industry since 2002. Founded by Riccardo Bruni, the designer creates understated, exceptional home goods by marrying traditional craftsmanship with experimental fabric combinations and looming techniques. Naming his brand after the Lyria shell, Bruni posited the creativity of […]
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Sacai: Form & Function
It has been two years since Chitose Abe last travelled to Paris to present collections for Sacai, her Japanese label known for its dramatic juxtapositions of texture and form. Like many others around the world, COVID kept her home throughout the pandemic – but did not keep her from envisioning new pathways forward for the […]
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Rundholz Dip: Sláinte Style
In their second delivery for the season in Dip, Carsten and Lenka Rundholz seem to have immersed themselves in the inspiration of County Kerry, the peninsular southwest region of Ireland. Defined by a rugged coastline, lush forests and striking mountain ranges, the textures and colors of this landscape echo throughout Rundholz’s autumnal aesthetic. Cozy knits […]
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Astier de Villatte: The Fall Table
Influenced by the aesthetics of the ancestral French countryside, Astier de Villatte’s unique tableware celebrates and emphasizes the imperfections and natural beauty of handmade ceramics. The beauty of autumn is best captured by the tables we set – large familial gatherings, intimate dinners for two, and perhaps a spot of tea in the garden on […]
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Sabina Savage: Gifts for the Gods
The influence, iconography and culture of Ancient Egypt have captured the imagination of artists, historians, and writers for millennia with Sabina Savage’s newest illustrations being no exception. Foreign emissaries, archaeologists and storytellers alike have been drawn to the country’s rich history – a long and storied tale that remains a well of inspiration. From its […]
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Ümit Ünal: Bridging Fashion’s Past & Future
Tracing his roots in fashion design to his early childhood spent in his family’s atelier, Ümit Ünal has always been destined to create his own label. In his Istanbul-based studio led by his inspired background in fashion, archaeology and art history, Ümit utilizes careful handwork, dark primary colors and straightforward silhouettes to make garments that […]
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Golden Goose: Stars & Scuffs
This season, Golden Goose continues its pursuit of everything distressed. They are experts in channeling streetwear motifs into luxury leather and suede footwear with the authority of their Made in Italy production. American sports culture and musical icons lend their celebrated silhouettes to Golden Goose’s star logo stamped sneakers. Applying Golden Goose’s typical eccentric look, […]
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La Soufflerie: The Ancestral Art of French Glassware
Established in 2007, La Soufflerie, a family-owned glassware cooperative, is dedicated to preserving the ancestral art of French glassblowing. Based in Paris, they create original and timeless designs bestowing French charm into every piece. Produced by their team of skilled artisans, the mouth-blowing process forms robust walls of 100% recycled glass. Each piece is imbued […]
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Rianna + Nina: Kosmima Creations
Ever colorfully adventurous, Rianna + Nina look to striking gold and gem accessories to inspire their most recent collection. Rianna Kounou and Nina Kuhn of Rianna + Nina met through a passion for vintage fabrics and vibrant designs. Their shared interest in fashion doesn’t end with clothing however, as the brand’s newest collection, Kosmima, borrows […]
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Mieko Mintz: A Celebration of Kantha
Mieko Mintz’s love affair with vintage textiles started young – a deep passion cultivated by not only her birthplace of Kyushu, Japan, but by her studies and career in Tokyo, New York, and eventually West Bengal, where she discovered the art of kantha. In her self-named label she celebrates this love, breathing new life into […]
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Massimo Palomba: The Refined Handbag
For generations, the craftspeople at Massimo Palomba have dedicated themselves to creating the perfect handbag. Beautiful things create joy, the mantra inscribed on the interior of each piece, is central to their modus operandi. With a focus on the slow, careful processes necessary for traditional Italian leather-making, designers Massimo Palomba and Eva Wurth express this […]
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Alonpi & Wommelsdorff: Cashmere Lifestyle
When it comes to the autumn wardrobe, no fabric is as essential as cashmere. It is at its best during cool mornings, sun-steeped afternoons and cold, cozy evenings by the fire. However, the quality you choose is just as important as how it feels. No brand champions this textile the same way Alonpi does. The […]
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Prounis Jewelry: The Gold of Antiquity
A legacy of fine objects and art deco artifacts adorned the home where Jean Prounis grew up – a love for collecting bits and pieces of the past woven into the fabric of her family’s identity. Even before she could comprehend the tomes of Ancient Greco-Roman art that lined the shelves of the family archive, […]
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Stamperia Bertozzi: Bread, Butter & Bruno Luce
Situated in the northern hills of Italy near the Adriatic Sea, Stamperia Bertozzi has been crafting exceptional ceramics and tableware for over three-generations. The perfect fall morning starts with the perfect cup of coffee – cortado, cappuccino, strong espresso with just the right amount of crema along the top. Add crusty Italian bread, French butter, a lump […]
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The Catron Building: A Historic Life on the Plaza
For over a hundred years, the Catron Building has sat on our storied corner of the Santa Fe Plaza, where it has championed the pursuit of retail and ready-to-wear for a dynamic local and traveled clientele. Constructed in 1891, the building has been home to several businesses that have impacted the facade and interiors of […]
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Marsèll: The Sacco Piccolo
Is there anything sweeter than a mini bag? The best come in a range of delectable colors, exemplified through Marsèll’s Sacco Piccolo. They are not assuming, not flashy – not the star of the show, but certainly not a background character, and perfect to toss a wallet and a phone into on the way to […]
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Frenckenberger: An Earthly Simplicity
To establish the fall wardrobe, simplicity is key. An ideal foundation is built with classic boots, soft denim and of course, Frenckenberger’s sumptuous knits ready to be layered. A Swiss luxury brand known for their cashmere, the label is the creative union of Terry-Ann Frencken’s twenty years working alongside Rick Owens, and Nathalie Schönenberger’s vast […]