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Architecture with Attitude: The Uncompromising Rudy Ricciotti
Why does Rudy Ricciotti’s architecture resonate so deeply? Beyond iconic structures like MuCEM, his fearless approach creates spaces that provoke…
Aug 3
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June 2025
Picture This: Sarah Moon
Some images stay with you forever.Long before I knew her name, Sarah Moon’s photographs had already left a mark on me—soft, haunting, poetic. Her…
Jun 15
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Icons of Style Beyond Fashion: Ettore Sottsass
I recently returned from a visit to the Vitra Design Museum and Fondation Beyeler and found myself completely energized by the burst of creativity I…
Jun 1
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April 2025
Not So Basic: The Leather Jacket
Rebellion, memory, and the scent of 90s cool. Vanessa, Madonna, Winona, MJ... the leather jacket wasn’t just a trend—it was a transformation. From…
Apr 27
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Icons of Style Beyond Fashion: Elsa Peretti
Before Bone Cuffs Went Viral - Elsa Peretti wasn’t just a designer—she changed the way we wear jewelry.Sculptural. Sensual. Timeless.
Apr 20
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March 2025
Why Japanese Designers Keep Me Coming Back for More
Why do I keep coming back to Japanese designers? Between technological innovation and artisanal poetry, CFCL and Mame Kurogouchi remind me why Japanese…
Mar 23
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The Oscars and Fashion: A Love-Hate Affair
The red carpet is a spectacle of tulle, sequins, and drama, but does it always hit the mark? From Audrey Hepburn’s timeless Givenchy to avant-garde…
Mar 9
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Not So Basic: The White Shirt
An Unfinished Story - From Hollywood icons to modern designers like Yohji Yamamoto, Dior, and Gucci, learn how this wardrobe essential continues to…
Mar 2
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February 2025
Picture This: Richard Avedon
The Photographer Who Made the World Look Twice - Richard Avedon’s photography changed how I see the world—starting with an exhibition in Milan in 1995…
Feb 23
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Not So Basic: The Suit
Inspired by a photo of my grandfather, this article explores the evolution of the suit—from Marlene Dietrich to Bianca Jagger, Peter Lindbergh’s lens…
Feb 16
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I'm 50. Am I Finally Stylish?
Turning 50: Have I finally found my style, or have I just stopped caring? Exploring timeless fashion, confidence, and the rise of ageless style icons.
Feb 9
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Not So Basic: The Cap
A Timeless Staple with Personality
Feb 2
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