Monthly Archives: August 2008

So, with today we say goodbye to the month of August as Autumn slowly but relentlessly approaches. Those of you who are still studying will soon go back to their courses, but those ones who are finishing this year an … Continue reading →

I have explored the connection between fashion and horror films in a previous post, but I still haven’t explored it in shortcuts that blend musicals, horror films and fashion. That’s probably because there aren’t too many shortcuts with such themes. … Continue reading →

In the book Azzurro. Sotto le stelle tailor Bruno Piattelli recounts the history of Italian fashion through his memories and through various interviews with designers and fashion industry representatives. One of the designers interviewed in the volume is Valentino who … Continue reading →

There is a thing I love to do a lot and that’s collaborating with people from different backgrounds and with different skills. In the past, I organised quite a few events in Italy that combined writing and visual arts for … Continue reading →

(Bitchy mode on:) Every Wednesday since The Herald, also known as ”Scotland’s leading quality daily newspaper” (quality what?), started doing a brief piece on fashion, I have been laughing my heart out. If you like fashion and you feel depressed, … Continue reading →

One of my current obsessions is exploring the connection between fashion and architecture. A few days ago I did a post on architectural shoes, but today I feel like concentrating (almost) exclusively on architecture and in particular on Peter Zumthor.  … Continue reading →

Working as a theatre designer is not – technically speaking – a fashion related job, yet it’s a tremendously creative career, something that gives you an incredible knowledge about fabrics and tailoring techniques and the chance to have your say … Continue reading →

I’m immune to most luxury jewellery for two main reasons: first and foremost, I can’t afford it; second, I find most of it tasteless and verging towards the realm of kitsch. I do like wearing excessive and striking jewellery, but … Continue reading →

Are you still looking for *that* dress to go to a special event and can’t find it yet? Is everything you see in shops, in the wrong shape or colour or do you feel you could be a better designer … Continue reading →

The street – The Sartorialist docet  – is undoubtedly a great source of inspiration. Looking at what ordinary people wear, how they wear it or how they make up their own styles all over the world has recently become one … Continue reading →