Art & Design

The Victoria and Albert Museum’s exhibition on the glamorous queen has Marie Antoinette style trending and is an inspiration for designers mining eighteenth-century Versailles.

Each Lunar New Year, luxury houses reinterpret tradition through limited-edition capsule collections that merge symbolism with contemporary design. For 2026, the Year of the Horse inspires refined releases across fashion, beauty, accessories, jewelry, and lifestyle categories. Rather than relying on…

Giorgio Armani always insisted on final approval centerpieces. And when he passed away in September 2025, he’d already orchestrated his faree

In memoriam: Valentino Garavani (1932–2026) Few designers have defined an era with such unmistakable clarity as Valentino Garavani. More than a couturier, he was an architect of beauty—one whose vision transformed fabric into emotion and color into legacy. “Elegance,” Valentino…

The Louis Vuitton Monogram is one of the most recognizable symbols in luxury history. In 2026, the French fashion house celebrates 130 years of this iconic design — a motif that represents craftsmanship, heritage, and timeless elegance. The Origin of…

The Slow Burn: When I think about what makes a work of art truly great, I’m reminded of a quote by Ed Ruscha: “Good art should elicit a respo

After years of record highs, frenzied auctions, and endless headlines about soaring prices, the art world is finally catching its breath. The

Fall 2025 interior design trends are here and just as autumn paints the world in hues of deep crimsons and burnished golds, interiors follow nature’s cue. Spaces shift into harmony, embracing warmth and grounded beauty. Ocean Blue World is here…

Patricia Urquiola, the Spanish-born architect and architecture and interior design. She currently lives and works in Milan. Urquiola has

London gallery Arches London Bridge has become a shrine to Gianni Versace’s most audacious decade — that number in the hundreds, each whispering secrets

Art Basel Paris draws its legacy from Art Basel, founded in Basel, Switzerland, in 1970 by Ernst Beyeler, Trudl Bruckner, and Balz Hilt. Since then, Art Basel has expanded across continents: Miami Beach (2002), Hong Kong (2013), and most recently…

Larry Gagosian seals billion-dollar dealswith a subtle tilt of his head. His 18galleries — spanning New York, London,Paris, Hong Kong, and be

The art market in 2025 is experiencing a renaissance, with ultra-high-net-worth individuals (UHNWIs) increasingly turning to modern masters as a strategic investment. This surge is not merely about acquiring beauty; it’s about securing assets that offer both cultural value and…

Imbued with dream and emotion, Van Cleef & Arpels Poetic Complications® Collection follows in the footsteps of precious objects created by th

Among its most not able clients are names like Gregory Peck, David Bowie and King Charles.

In a masterful feat of cultural alchemy, Hello Kitty has transcended her humble origins as a coin purse mascot to become

Fornasetti’s timeless creations come to life to inspire the imagination. Precious porcelain, refined furniture and the wittiest of home decor illustrate the atelier’s creativity and turn everyday objects into memorable objects. At the brand’s atelier, each object is created using…

From his Naples studio in a 16th-century church, 36-year-old Jago, a true rock star, is revolutionizing sculpture by marrying Renaissance techniques with digital-age reach. His most striking works — from a stripped-bare Pope Benedict XVI to his grief-laden “Pietà” —…

An Interview with Marianna Idirin Marianna Idirin is a creative director and experience designer whose work is rooted in creating spaces that feel personal, intentional, and alive. From weddings to interior projects, her designs bring together lighting, textures, scents, and…

Fashion Designer Vera Wang With an eye for innovation and a reverence for craftsmanship, the remarkable Vera Wang has redefined bridal couture and expanded her influence across the spectrum of luxury fashion. Wang’s designs are a fusion of romance and…