Archive for February, 2010

Julius | Tatsuro Horikawa

Julius | Tatsuro Horikawa

Avant-garde author William S. Burroughs created  “Interzone” to represent a metaphorical, stateless area loosely based on post war Tangier, which became a haven for criminals, artists, drug smugglers and tax evaders due to its falling between rules and laws. The head-quarters of Tatsuro Horikawa, the mastermind behind infamous Japanese clothing phenomenon Julius, seems to occupy... »

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Why Fabric is First

Why Fabric is First

Artisanal maker of hand-made garments, Cavarzere Italy based designer Geoffrey B. Small has gained decades of experience using unique and special fabrics for his garments. Small narrates his way through the importance of fabrics and why they are a starting point in his design process. »

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Suus, Madrid

Suus, Madrid

Located in the Salesas district of downtown Madrid – a mostly residential area with a handful of small shops scattered here and there – Suus is a small boutique selling exclusively men’s footwear and accessories in a niche market. »

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Robert Knoke

Robert Knoke

Residing between New York and Germany, artist Robert Knoke has gained recognition for his extensive series of portraits featuring a range of subjects from cultural figures to fashion icons. Following in the footsteps of his father and grandfather, both painters, Knoke knew what he’d do from an early age. »

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City guide: Paris

City guide: Paris

Updated for 2010 – Whether or not Paris lives up to its image of romanticism could be argued at length, but the atmosphere certainly is among the best in the world. The city needs no introduction – here are our picks for shopping, eating, drinking and acccomodation. »

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