Five Belgian Minimalist Designers to Know
Belgian minimalism, long rooted in restraint and material honesty, is gaining fresh visibility as Pantone names a shade of white Colour of the Year 2026. A new cohort of designers—Amber Dewaele, Brut Collective, Decancq Vercruysse, Middernacht & Alexander, and Charles Van Canneyt—are translating that ethos into high‑end furniture and interiors, with pieces ranging from Dewaele’s $495 stainless‑steel lights to Middernacht & Alexander’s $26,400 reclaimed‑steel tables. Their work is featured in major venues such as Milan Design Week, the renovated Ghent Design Museum, and luxury townhouse projects in London and Lisbon. The movement blends industrial repurposing, comfort‑focused architecture, and curated art, positioning Belgium as a quiet yet influential hub in the global design market.
Ramdane Touhami Is Making the World’s Most Beautiful Stationery
Papier Royal, a new boutique in Paris' historic Palais‑Royal arcade, is the brainchild of creative director Ramdane Touhami, who aims to revive the art of handwritten correspondence. The shop combines heritage craftsmanship—offering Europe’s only pendulum‑stamping service and a collection of...
How Beads Outgrew Granny’s Jewellery Box
Beaded necklaces and earrings have moved from nostalgic accessories to high‑profile runway staples this spring. Chanel’s SS26 show and Tory Burch’s collection highlighted oversized beads, tassels and gemstone‑laden strands, while emerging brands such as YSSO and Mouki Mou introduced new bead‑centric lines...
Three European Wellness Destinations to Unwind In
Goodwood House in West Sussex has expanded from motorsport fame to a wellness hub, offering gut‑reset retreats from roughly $520 per night and a four‑day Mood Food Connection program priced at $2,375 for three nights. In Burgundy, Les Sources de...
Is Intermittent Fasting the Best Way to Lose Weight?
Intermittent fasting (IF) is gaining traction as a weight‑loss strategy, with time‑restricted eating typically cutting 200‑500 calories per day and prompting metabolic shifts such as lower insulin and increased ketone production. Early clinical evidence links IF to improved insulin sensitivity...
The Rise and Rise of the Factory Conversion
Factory-to-loft conversions are reshaping prime real‑estate markets across major cities, with properties fetching multimillion‑dollar prices. In New York, a former wrapping‑paper factory loft sold for $17 mn, while London’s Chelsea Powerhouse commands about $6.7 mn and Berlin’s Haus Lademann trades around $3.2 mn....
Ten Thousand Things, the Cult New York Jeweller You Need to Know
Ten Thousand Things, founded by Ron Anderson and David Rees, has spent 35 years in a modest Manhattan atelier turning jewellery into art. Their studio‑first approach treats each piece as an experiment, displayed in hand‑blown glass and custom acrylic boxes. The pair...
Jawara Alleyne’s Guide to the Cayman Islands
Jawara Alleyne’s personal guide showcases the Cayman Islands as a laid‑back luxury destination, highlighting boutique hotels, farm‑to‑table eateries, and a burgeoning creative scene. She recounts growing up on Grand Cayman, her early forays into fashion through community programs, and her...
How Atelier Saman Amel Became the Coolest Brand in Tailoring
Atelier Saman Amel, founded in 2015 by Swedish friends Saman Amel and Dag Granath, has opened a new flagship atelier in Stockholm’s Östermalm district while expanding its London presence. The label blends Neapolitan softness, British cut, and a Scandinavian aesthetic,...
Fresh Smart-Casual Menswear for Spring
Fashion week highlighted fresh smart‑casual menswear for spring, showcasing models in luxury pieces from Dolce & Gabbana, Prada, Gucci, Tom Ford and other high‑end houses. Detailed price tags reveal outfits ranging from modest shirts to multi‑thousand‑pound accessories, including Tiffany & Co jewelry and Bvlgari necklaces....
Can the Renault 5 E-Tech Make French Cars Cool Again?
Renault has revived the iconic 5 hatchback as the all‑electric 5 E‑Tech, positioning it as the most stylish French car in years. The EV is offered with 40 kWh and 52 kWh battery packs, delivering up to 250 miles of range and starting at...
Flip It and Reverse It: The Enduring Fun of Jaeger-LeCoultre’s Reverso
The Jaeger‑LeCoultre Reverso, launched in 1931, is experiencing a renaissance driven by vintage auction activity, celebrity endorsements, and new limited‑edition releases. Auction data shows 100 more Reverso lots sold last year, with rare pieces commanding prices from $45,000 to over...
How to Wear a Tie: HTSI’s Definitive Guide
The article declares that ties are experiencing a genuine comeback, driven by a broader cultural shift that makes men more comfortable with self‑decoration. It moves beyond the old view of ties as corporate shackles, positioning them as optional style statements....
What Does a £3,400 Apron Say About Modern Feminism?
Miu Miu’s SS26 runway featured high‑priced aprons, some silk‑laced, others utilitarian, priced up to £3,400. Designer Miuccia Prada framed the garment as a symbol of women’s historical labor, sparking debate over luxury’s appropriation of working‑class attire. The show joined a broader fashion...