Monthly Archives: May 2023

Threads unite us, Alighiero Boetti, the Italian artist who worked with Afghan craftspeople in the '70s developing with local craftswomen his embroidered maps, knew it very well. But threads can be used also in a structural way, to build not … Continue reading →

Last year it was announced that scientists had made a remarkable discovery in the Amazon rainforest, uncovering evidence of ancient cities that existed deep within its dense foliage. By using LiDAR (Light Detection and Ranging) technology, researchers were able to … Continue reading →

Quite often the best inspirations for fashion or textile designers do not come from exhibitions strictly linked with these disciplines. At the moment there is, for example, a major exhibition at the British Museum in London that will provide many … Continue reading →

In the world of fashion, the intertwining of traditional garments with contemporary designs is nothing new. There's something else that's not new – the bizarre correspondences and unexpected parallelisms that can be found between recent collections and styles from just … Continue reading →

Cinema has the ability to bring together all those kindred souls who share an unwavering love for the silver screen, impeccable style, and all things fashion. If you've ever found yourself lost in endless discussions about the tiniest cinematic details, … Continue reading →

When individuals and communities migrate, they bring with them a rich tapestry of traditions rooted in their homelands. Settling in new countries, their traditions intersect with other dynamic forces. Quite often, as time-honored practices are juxtaposed with the fast-paced rhythms … Continue reading →

Objectivity, the first principle you get taught in journalism school, doesn't exist in fashion reporting. Let me explain: actually, it does exist, but it is not respected in favour of other "values" and "principles". Objectivity implies indeed healthy doses of … Continue reading →

In the recently published book I Thought I Heard You Speak: Women at Factory Records, by Audrey Golden, New Order's keyboardist Gillian Gilbert remembers how it was like working at the legendary Manchester-based label. "There was never anything about macho … Continue reading →

With their conceptual sleek displays, design exhibitions often invite us to immerse ourselves in abstract or avant-garde concepts, but, for "Oltre Terra. Why Wool Matters", Italian design studio Formafantasma opted instead for another approach. Opening later on this month at … Continue reading →

In the fast-paced world of fashion, where trends come and go in the blink of an eye, it is hard to maintain your integrity, authenticity, passion and beliefs. Yet British fashion designers Matthew Cunnington and John Sanderson managed to carve … Continue reading →