Editorials
Trippen: Summer Slides
Sustainably celebrating the earth one season at a time. Trippen’s summer offerings have arrived au naturale. In Cloud, Desert and a delightful blue-green called Leafs, these rounded and square toed double banded sandals celebrate and honor the earth they were inspired by. In search of radical solutions to climate stability, the brand has emphasized renewability within their elegant designs. Their […]
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Gareth Casey: Artist Turned "Clothes Maker"
“It’s not about being flashy or surprising. It’s just about: ‘Oh my God, that feels so good.’ ” To the naive perspective, the output of all fashion designers may be imagined as flamboyant and extravagant, but in reality this is far from the case. Developing polished, straightforward clothing is at the heart of those who strive […]
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Astier de Villatte - Setsuko's Candlestick Holder
“A tree grows out of the earth, out of clay” – Benoît Astier de Villatte In Japan, there is a traditional aesthetic idea centered around the appreciation of beauty in natural imperfection known as “wabi-sabi.” This influence of the individual uniqueness of all things in nature can be seen in Setsuko Klossowska de Rola’s elegantly […]
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Denise Betesh
Ancient Technique, Timeless Design Cradled in a matte 22K gold, Denise Betesh’s gemstones have no equal. Hand-selected for their superior color, clarity and character, she crafts her jewelry with a delicate, but classic touch – balancing the ideals of both ancient adornment and contemporary style. Based in Santa Fe, Denise derives inspiration for her designs […]
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Summer Linens
A companion to the season Linen, a storied material derived from the fibers of the flax plant, is a culture unto itself. In addition to being a strong, but lightweight, fabric, it dries much more quickly than its cotton counterparts – making it an easy choice for hot summer weather. Elegantly finished and in a […]
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Monies: The Beauty of Sustainability
“Jewelry with an attitude” When judging the value of jewelry, many would go to qualifying measurements like cost of materials. But Monies goes down a different path, aiming to create accessories rich in character. Grand, colorful shapes form Monies’ necklaces, bracelets, and earrings, constructing impressively stunning jewelry that stands out in a flashy but modern […]
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Astier de Villatte: Encens
“More than 1,500 years ago, off Osaka Bay, a strange branch ran aground on a beach in the island of Awaji. Villagers picked up the branch and burned part of it to warm themselves and a wonderful smell arose… From then on, the fate of Awaji was decided and the island would be entirely dedicated […]
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Dries Van Noten SS 2022
Rich with expressive creativity, Dries Van Noten has loaded his spring paintbrush with a passionate palette inspired by India’s Holi Week, the Festival of Colors. A designer that needs little introduction, Dries Van Noten has always been around fashion. He was first introduced to his passion through his family of tailors and high-end shop owners […]
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Astier de Villatte: Marguerite
In their newest collection, Astier de Villatte’s work continues their tradition of lively, glossy white colored plateware crafted with their signature black terracotta clay. Taking inspiration from the Daisy, or “Marguerite” in French, the distinct, scalloped details extending from the base of each bowl and plate mimic the petals of the familiar flower.
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Etro: New Spring Arrivals
The sun sets across Al Ula, its rolling sands still warm from a day under the sun. A cool breeze crests the dunes, scattering the grains upward towards a softened sky. It is here that Veronica Etro invites us through a landscape of luxury and adventure.
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Sabina Savage: Panchatantra Drawings
View the collection illustrations in progress, and see how the drawings transform into detailed and intricate scarf designs. Sabina creates a story for each collection, as shown below, which is then illustrated and narrated through her elaborate handiwork.
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Celebrating the Inspiring Women of History
In honor of International Women’s Month, over the next few weeks we will be highlighting the accomplishments and impacts of our own female designers in our editorials. However, in celebration of International Women’s Day today, we would like to share with you the stories of a few incredible, awe-inspiring, society-shifting women from around the globe.
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Introducing: Yasuko Azuma
The grace present in Yasuko Azuma’s work came to fruition through her time as a dancer in New York. Years spent seeking balance and poise have taught her how to create fluid lines that enhance the natural beauty of each stone.
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Danny Kaplan: Subtle Ceramics, Modeled After the Simplest of Forms
Inside a former bottling factory in Brooklyn, the artist Danny Kaplan creates hand-thrown lamps and objects that feel at once ancient and modern.
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Introducing: Catarina Riccabona
Catarina Riccabona is an award winning textile designer and weaver at the forefront of the UK craft scene. After winning the Cockpit Arts/Clothworkers’ Foundation Award in 2012, she established a weaving practice collaborating with interior designers and a few retail outlets. Her work is found at leading craft galleries, including FLOW and The New Craftsmen, and is regularly covered in publications like Selvedge, Milk and Hole & Corner.
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Marsèll Presents: Persona
In honor of the brand’s 20th anniversary, Marsèll presents Eliot Sumner as the face of Persona, through a campaign shot by Federico Radaelli in Wiltshire, UK. Acting as a muse, Eliot is a multi-disciplinary artist the brand deeply identifies with, as they are the essence of natural beauty that pushes the boundaries of gender and labels.
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Traditional White Wine Sangria
With summer in full swing, gather berries, an apple, some mint from your garden and white wine to create a refreshing sangria!
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Introducing: Prounis Jewelry
Jewelry creates more emotion than any other accessory, bookmarking life’s most valuable moments. Engagement rings passed through generations or the necklace a mother gifts her daughter are just a few keyframes in the screenplay of a woman’s life. With this in mind, Jean Prounis channels her love of antiquities and her family’s lineage of creating treasured memories and objects.
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Monies: Baroque Pearls
The obvious variations in the size and shape of baroque pearls were once seen as a disadvantage. Today, the one-of-a-kind qualities that they have to offer are a reflection of the personality wearing them. In this way, it is no surprise Monies often works with baroque pearls, the ultimate representation of uniquely elegant self-expression.
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World of Interiors: Bertozzi, Rosa Antica
Highlighted in the May 2014 edition of the World of Interiors, Bertozzi produces handmade home goods that are imbued with history and craftsmanship that spans generations. Once again, they have been mentioned thanks to their ‘Rosa Antica’ table runners and napkins. Block printed by hand, they are inspired by dominoté papers, the precedent to wallpaper by the roll.
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Introducing: Sia Taylor
British designer Sia Taylor was a sculpture artist, originally graduating from London’s Royal College of Art. Spending time during her last semester in Botswana, she immersed herself in the art of jewelry making, inspired by the subtle intricacies of nature, creating work that is an impression of its essence.
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Introducing: Alix D. Reynis
Alix D. Reynis studied law much like her father, before devoting herself to her true passion: sculpture. In 2011, she began by designing tableware, eventually expanding her business to include scented candles, lighting, and most recently, jewelry.
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Mieko Mintz: The Transformation of Saris
Kantha stitching gives life to old textiles and creates work, a community and a voice for women. The creation of these textiles is transformative through folklore and their religious properties as well as physically, by transforming other peoples’ belongings into an item with a continued history. Kanthas are a synthesis of many lives and an […]
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Hania: Color Innovation
Hania New York offers a variety of sweaters, from machine to hand-knit. The yarns for their machine-knit collection are produced by the world-renowned mill Todd & Duncan, who are widely known for their quality cashmere in striking color stories.