Editor’s picks
WITH LYNDA PAPESCH When the travel bug hits, and the suitcases emerge, it’s time to think small for carry-on luggage. Most airlines have requirements for carry-on bags, including having liquids in 100ml bottles or less, and separately sealed in a clear plastic bag. This includes items such as perfume, deodorant, foundation, sunscreen, and even toothpaste. […]
Get the look
CURATED BY NINA TUCKER A love affair in Scotland between Coco Chanel and the 2nd Duke of Westminster birthed perhaps the most iconic singular piece of clothing in history, the Chanel tweed jacket. It has been recreated time and time again, with different colours and accents, and re-envisioned by multiple designers at accessible price points. […]
July men’s picks
CURATED BY NINA TUCKER Sleek shoes, boxy jackets and cosy sweaters are my favourites this month, offering both off-duty and nice-night-out energy. Marry a cool classic look and a seductive allure with these hues, and pair that with a bold, sexy fragrance. Main image: Navy Shetland sweater, Rembrandt.
Tweed trending
BY NINA TUCKER Tweed was popular in the farming industries across Scotland, Ireland, Wales, and England, and quickly adopted by the royal family. The durability and warmth of the textile originally served a purpose for farmers in harsh weather, before becoming an infamous material on haute couture runways since Chanel’s debut tweed collection in 1924. […]
Scintillating scents
Choosing a scent or perfume is not always easy, given the gorgeous array available. By Lynda Papesch. I’ve been known to pick a perfume because I love the bottle it’s in, and I’m not alone in that. Some people collect perfume bottles, simply to enjoy their packaging. Selecting a perfume to wear is a different […]
Leather luxuries
Leather is potentially one of the most cherished textiles in the fashion industry. By Nina Tucker. Durable, water-resistant, and authentic, leather is desired the world over. Then, there is the cult status that comes with a luxury leather bag. It becomes the hero in a look. Leather is the statement that brings some edge, coolness, […]
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