From its conception as an undergarment for labourers in the 19th Century, to its first reference in popular culture in F Scott Fitzgerald’s 1920 novel This Side of Paradise and universal recognition on Marlon Brando in 1951’s A Streetcar Named Desire, the t-shirt is a hugely underrated garment capable of traversing traditional gender roles in addition to hosting […]
Positive Luxury connects luxury brands with sustainability through the Butterfly Mark. Inspired by the story of the Large British Blue Butterfly, which was brought back from near extinction in the UK, the Butterfly Mark is awarded to brands for their measurable impact and commitment to sustainability. Brands who want to be awarded must go beyond […]
Plato’s account of Atlantis; “rocks of white, black and red were extracted from the hills and used to construct a great island city” holds a striking resemblance to the whitewashed abodes, cobalt-domed churches, and the black- and red-sand beaches which mark the isle of Santorini, an alluring Mediterranean oasis mired in mythology. A theory in […]
Christian Dior: Designer of Dreams opens on 2 February and is the largest and most comprehensive exhibition about the house of Dior ever staged in the UK. The show offers an in-depth and wide ranging study of unique couture garments, spanning 1947 to the present day, with a particular focus on Christian Dior’s love of […]
Valentines Day is right around the corner, why not opt for something a bit more adventurous than flowers and a teddy bear holding an ‘I love you’ sign? An escape less ordinary with a late checkout. Take a look at our top picks of the most unforgettable hotels for a truly romantic experience. Or beat the crowds […]