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New Visions: Venice Film Festival seen by Jacopo Ascari
The illustrator Jacopo Ascari captured some of the most important actors and actresses on the red carpets at 79th at Venice
Richard Avedon – Relationships
To the glossy photos to the celebrity portraits, the exhibition in Milan pays tribute to the work of a master of photography
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Ossie Clark & Celia Birtwell
A focus on the designer who revolutionised fashion in the 1960s, to whom the Prato Textile Museum dedicated a retrospective
Inside Montblanc: Marco Tomasetta’s journey
The new Artistic Director of the Swiss brand unveils his vision of the Montblanc man
Betony Vernon, a “forbidden” journey along with the queen of Eros
The American designer and sexologist tells us about her experience in the world of eroticism in an interview full of insights
Brais Albor, the young Spanish designer who challenges the definition of manhood
An interview with a designer who aims at challenging the preconceptions and clichés of menswear with his first collection
Anthony Pomes: portrait as a means to reveal emotions and peculiarities of the subject
Through his photography, the French photographer desires to feel and capture the subject’s emotions, just as theater, literature and dance do
David LaChapelle. I Believe in Miracles
The American photographer has returned to Milan to showcase a new and visionary phase of his productions
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The romantic fashion of Ann Demeulemeester, (also) featured at Pitti Uomo
MANINTOWN summarizes the story of the Flemish designer, the Pitti Immagine Uomo no. 102 Guest of Honor
Sergio Fiorentino, an artist who translates the charm of “his” Noto into unique paintings and artworks
For the 48-year-old artist Sergio Fiorentino, from Catania but now transplanted to Noto, the city of Syracuse represented a fundamental turning point, a watershed in his work and existential path: having fallen in love with the cradle of Baroque, unique for its lights, colors, inspirations and sensations, he moved there permanently, using a space in
Horoscope for June 2021: Stars & Styles
Curated by Francesca Romana Riggio Text by Astro Coach Massimo Giannone Illustrations by Maria Lombardi ARIES “Passion is everything. I desire the smallest things so madly, as well as the biggest ones. I have no peace” – Gabriele D’Annunzio In a song by Domenico Modugno “Nel blu dipinto di blu”, the singer wants to convey
Horoscope for May 2021: Stars & Styles
Welcome to Stars and Styles, our monthly horoscope appointment, with the guidance of Astro-coach Massimo Giannone, renowned astrologer. Gifted with exceptional sensitivity, he reads with a methodical eye and interprets with the gift of intuition. Giannone has literally conquered the heart of Italy, starting from Milan, the capital of fashion and publishing, with his fixed
Chef in Town: Ronco Calino Franciacorta, an oasis for wine lovers.
“If the mountain will not come to Mohammed, Mohammed will go to the mountain”. That’s how we have reinvented ourselves because of Covid, and that’s what Milano Wine Affair did to introduce one of its customers, Ronco Calino Franciacorta. Located between Milan and Verona, it has been a land for winemaking for a long time. It is an
We will travel again: 5 destinations to rediscover
Which are the five words that will characterize our next trips? Safety, quiet, light-heartedness, adventure, and sustainability. We have been deprived of the possibility to take a flight for a year now. We have forgotten that feeling when you check-in, run at the airport, and land on the other side of the world. Since, at
“ETHICS MEET AESTHETICS” Gilberto Calzolari’s high-end sustainability meets Volvo’s full electric.
Gilberto Calzolari is a conscious visionary. We already loved him on the occasion of his deserved recognition at the Green Carpet Fashion Award 2018, when the model and influencer Federica Del Sale wore one of his dresses made of jute from Brazil, which had been found on the Navigli in Milan. After having carried kilos of
Discovering Florence through the senses: 5 things to see.
The Tuscan capital, the cradle of culture, history, and art, is the emblem of the perfect Italian city to go on a pleasant trip. The pleasure itself is the common thread of these five beautiful experiences taken into consideration. Florence is a place where the harmony between man and landscape finds its maximum expression, but
3 Destinations for a weekend in South Tyrol
The Dolomites are the mountains that everyone in the world admires. They offer breathtaking skylines and atmospheres in every season. Over the years, they become increasingly a trendy destination that should not be missing from our summer plans. In South Tyrol, the famous names and the new Alpine hotels have every comfort. They are close
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Horoscope for March 2021: Stars & Styles
Welcome to Stars and Styles, our NEW monthly horoscope appointment, with the guidance of Astro-coach Massimo Giannone, renowned astrologer. Gifted with exceptional sensitivity, he reads with a methodical eye and interprets with the gift of intuition. Giannone has literally conquered the heart of Italy, starting from Milan, the capital of fashion and publishing, with his
Chef in Town: MGC, the new lightest Mumm cuvée in the world
Essentiality: this is the aesthetic signature of the MGC cuvée, an acronym for Mumm Grand Cordon. This is the value that marks our contemporary life. Maison Mumm reconfirms its role as a pioneer and innovator with MGC, the new cuvée created from a sustainable perspective of 835 grams for a 1 liter of bubbles, the
“Hey Elon here, can you hear me?” – on Clubhouse with Elon Musk
What you may have missed from the Uber talked event on Clubhouse, takeaways and fun facts with a plot twist: A “snowy” usual pandemic Sunday (at least in NYC) suddenly turns into the hottest digital event, with Elon Musk joining a chatroom hosted on the trendsetting latest app on the net, Clubhouse, for 2 hours
Horoscope for February 2021: Stars & Styles
Welcome to Stars and Styles, our NEW monthly horoscope appointment, with the guidance of Astro-coach Massimo Giannone, renowned astrologer. Gifted with exceptional sensitivity, he reads with a methodical eye and interprets with the gift of intuition. Giannone has literally conquered the heart of Italy, starting from Milan, the capital of fashion and publishing, with his
11 Trophy Staples To See You Through The Festive Season
As the world hunkers down ahead of a new lockdown and a tartly cold season, practicality comes with reason. And if you thought comfort can’t be classy, we invite you to think again. As well as offering a simple-to-twinkle route to your daily routine (check out Bottega Veneta’s cult options), comfort staples provide the right
Design & innovation at the 2020 Genoa Boat Show
It is considered the most representative event of a sector that represents the excellence of Made in Italy, with more than 200,000 square meters entirely outdoors, between land and water and 5 different exhibition areas: TechTrade area, the section dedicated to components and accessories, Sailing World, the area of sailing, Boat Discovery for outboard motors,
Microsoft shuts all its retail stores permanently
Last week, tech giant Microsoft announced a new approach to retail. This approach, taking place with immediate effect, will see the closure of all but four of Microsoft’s stores cross-globally. Only a quarter of stores of stores will remain open in New York, London, Sydney and Redmond, but they will become Microsoft Experience Centres offering no product
Facebook will alert you when sharing old news
Social media giant Facebook has dominated the headlines for the past few months, and now the company has just announced that it will be rolling out a new feature which alerts users when sharing content older than three months. Now, when trying to share a post, an alert reading “this article is over three months old” will pop
Adobe launches “Free Camera App”
After announcing the program over the past year, Adobe has finally released the Photoshop Camera app. The application allows one to apply a plethora of filters for free. Photoshop Camera is available for iOS and Android users; it encompasses AI-powered features to improve photos. You can take advantage of quick fixes like auto-tone and portrait
Apple Card adds interest-free instalments for Macs, iPads, AirPods and more
After Apple’s Chief Executive Officer announcement in April, the Apple Card is now set to add interest-free instalment payments for more of its products. Ever since last year, holders for the credit card created by Apple and issued by Goldman Sachs have been able to purchase iPhone models with 24 months of no interest. Apple
Apple’s Latest Update Warns When Someone With Covid-19 Is Nearby
Apple has released iOS 13.5 and iPad 13.5 GM to developers as of this week. According to 9to5Mac, the update includes the first version of the company’s Covid-19 exposure notification API. Apple utilises Bluetooth to exchange anonymous identifiers when two people are in close vicinity to one another. If a person has tested positive to Coronavirus,
Facebook’s Mark Zuckerberg Announces New On-App Shopping Feature
As retailers cross-globally are being forced to adapt to measures during global disruptions for the pandemic, Facebook has announced the launch of a new shopping feature intended to help businesses sell their products online. Facebook shops, which was announced on Tuesday May 19, will begin rolling immediately, enabling retailers to sell products directly to consumers
The best apps for mindfulness and meditation
So, do you still think that individualism, an ancient dogma that the 80s with paleoconservatism have perpetrated in the minds, is still the only way possible? It seems now, more than ever, with this pandemic situation that is making us think about the way we treat our environment, but also how the economic system is collapsing,
Apple Tackles Covid-19 Safety Through A New App Launch: Here’s Everything You Need To Know
Apple has launched a new app and website for users in the United States, in order to deliver accurate and reliable information regarding the Covid-19 condition. The digital portal allows users to answer a series of questions around risk factors, recent exposures and symptoms for both themselves and their beloved ones. In turn, they will
Could Serie A Become the Best League in Europe Again One day?
The domination that Serie A had over every other league in Europe in the 80s and early 90s seems as far away as ever these days. Long gone are the days that Serie A had the pull and the financial power to bring the world’s best players to Italy, but could that change in the
Botox might benefit man’s love life
It’s now established that a lot of men use Botox and to back it up there are some data that in the last years show a turnaround. Men who use Botox far outweigh the female sex. The numbers in respect tell us that women who ask for aesthetic medical treatments are the 74% against the
Tulemar, a jungle luxury adventure in Costa Rica
Escaping to Paradise it is a natural instinct for those living in the Northern hemisphere, especially during those dreadful long cold winters. Natural beauty, lush forests, palms for miles and waves for the brave: this is what Costa Rica has to offer. This winter, right at the end of the rainy season, we took a
Christmas 2019, gift ideas between tech and lifestyle
Whether we like it or not, Christmas is approaching even this year, and with it the uncontrollable desire to amaze our loved ones with useful and above all non-trivial gift ideas. In this gallery, you will find some interesting proposals between tech and lifestyle, so as not to disfigure during the next holidays. MOLESKINE The
Christmas cocktails
Christmas has a magical atmosphere and even bartenders from all over the world try to pass it on through special creations designed specifically for this time of year. Here are some famous labels that you can use to amaze friends and relatives in classic evenings where everyone is together to exchange greetings. Mare pumpkin flip
Getting married in Umbria: the best destinations
Umbria, with its castles, has fascinated for centuries: nobles, intellectuals and of course tourists from all over the world. Writers of old Europe found refuge to be able to enjoy peace, serenity and creativity to write new pages of literature. Among these, Lord Byron, the English romantic poet, known for his adventurous and stormy love
Style and travel tips: Cape Town
Are you looking for groundbreaking things to do in Cape Town? Take a break from your metropolis. Few cities offer museums and beaches and different types of shops such as the capital of South Africa. A fusion of African and Western Aesthetics, fabrics, leather and other materials, gems and precious stones, tributes to the incomparable
The Gentleman Watch according to Tissot
Tissot, the watch brand that represents the modern gentleman, presented a new capsule collection of watches for an exclusive event at Terrazza Martini in Milan. A unique event attended by modern men, lovers of the bien vivre who were able to preview the new collection with iconic pieces, such as the “Tissot Gentleman”. Dedicated to
Even tourism makes itself “sustainable”
Three “responsible travel” itineraries to learn and investigate in the heart of Africa. These are the new proposals for the tour operator Evolution Travel for the fall and the Christmas period. Fifteen days to discover Kenya, starting from its capital, Nairobi, among community projects, legendary ethnic groups and wild nature; or in one of the
MANINTOWN MEETS BREITLING: WATCH THE PROTAGONISTS OF THE EVENING
Breitling celebrates with the presentation of the latest news with Breitling Brand Day #SQUADONAMISSION which saw the participation of numerous sportsmen and friends of the brand founded in 1884. Great product innovations and rebranding presented during a workshop that later turned into a cocktail party event evocative location of the Flight Office. The evening also
It’s street food mania, eating on the street is the new gourmet
No more star-studded! The real success in the restaurant world is now street food. Street food beats every gourmet and marks incredible results. In the last 5 years, itinerant catering companies have doubled, but the most important fact is that young people under 35 and foreigners are leading this new phenomenon. The last survey dates
Power to Imagination: Lenny Kravitz for Dom Pérignon
IF YOU THINK THIS IS JUST A PARTY, THEN YOU ARE MISTAKEN. IF YOU THINK THIS IS JUST A PLACE, THEN YOU ARE MISINFORMED. BECAUSE THIS ISN’T JUST A PLACE. IT’S THE PLACE WHERE IT HAPPENS. LENNY KRAVITZ The words are true to their message about the “Assemblage” opening party in Chelsea, New