The “sun’ of God
byChristmas wasn’t always the momentous occasion that it is in our time.
Prince Albert
Creature feature
byWhether it’s called zoomorphic personal ornamentation or critter glitter, animals of all kinds have been a recurring motif in jewelry history. Their natural beauty and unique traits have inspired countless pieces, from the scarab beetles of ancient Egypt to David Webb’s zebras and frogs.
Cool comfort
by“Great hotel design need not be confined to “first-tier” cities,” our Wanderer Jeremy Wayne writes. “And another thing, too: Retro-design be can cool and comfortable without being even a touch ironic.”
Queen to pawn in a game of love and death
byWe like our queens to be wed – to a man and/or the job.
‘Bespoke: The Master Tailors of Savile Row’
byA great book for men who aspire to style – and the women who love them for it.
History’s power couples remade the world
byWhat makes a power couple? Two individuals of accomplishment, who in coming together create the synergy for greater achievement. Singly, they move the world….