Paris Fashion Week AW13: Chanel

Roxy Mirshahi
News
There stood a monumental globe, revolving. On it a map of the world with flags marking the precise location of 300 stores. We are of course talking about Chanel. You’re probably thinking this is a not so subtle...

Couture in China

Nicola Kavanagh
Feature
Haute couture, French for “high sewing” has long been synonymous with the very finest form of skill and craftsmanship. While the wider influence of prêt-à-porter often trickles down the fashion chain, haute...

The artist

Nicola Kavanagh
Archive, Culture, Feature
Audrey Tautou is one of those rare birds. She is simultaneously one of the most famous actresses of her generation (Amélie is the highest grossing French movie of all time and even managed to break America ...

Wish upon a star

Georgia Shaw
News
In the long, dark winter days, the sparkle of fine jewellery invokes an illuminating and celebratory experience. With this, jewellery received at Christmas becomes the ultimate indulgent and personal gift. ...