Irish neutrality is a weak spot for Europe that Putin could use to his advantage
It’s possible that Europe narrowly missed its 21st-century Archduke Franz Ferdinand moment last week. As Ukraine’s official Airbus ACJ319 approached Dublin Airport, the crew aboard the Irish Naval Service craft LÉ William Butler Yeats…
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Monocle’s 2025 Soft Power Survey – who is quietly gaining or losing influence in a multipolar world
Which country’s cultural influence grew and whose slumped in the past 12 months? We take a look at six nations.
15 brilliant books to gift your friend who has ‘read everything’
A selection of beautifully written and lovingly designed books released or reissued this year that we would gladly find under our tree.
Monocle’s December/January issue is here to offer you a steer on the new year
As we hurtle from a particularly eventful and consequential 2025 into a new year full of promise, we reflect on all that Monocle has achieved over the past 12 months.
See inside The Monocle Book of Designers on Sofas
From Bjarke Ingels’ harbour-inspired Brick to Naoto Fukasawa’s craned-in Hiroshima, The Monocle Book of Designers on Sofas – available to buy now – reveals how 50 of the world’s top architects and designers sit, think…
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North Africa correspondent
Fiona Wilson
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How to dress for winter – the Viennese way
A stroll across the Austrian capital reveals a city with a classic sensibility – where the pace is slower and Old World elegance shines in a well-cut coat and thoughtfully chosen headwear.
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23 well-designed gifts to give the interiors-obsessive in your life
Our line-up of tasteful treats will help to make this festive season one to remember.
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Monocle’s guide to three must-try classic Paris bistros
Don’t leave the City of Light without a cosy supper at one of its charming bistros. Our resident expert will show you the way.
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UPCOMING EVENTS
The Monocle Christmas Markets 2025
Come join the seasonal festivities at Monocle’s annual Christmas markets around the world.
The Monocle Christmas Market – London, December 13-14
Expect a vibrant mix of makers and live Monocle Radio throughout the weekend.
The Monocle Christmas Market – Hong Kong, December 13-14
11.00 to 19.00 Our Wan Chai mini market brings together a concise but surprising mix of makers and festive treats. A compact weekend with thoughtful gifts and a distinctly Hong Kong Christmas atmosphere. Brands…
Christmas at The Monocle Shop, Merano
Join us on Monday 23 December for a festive evening with ribollita, Glühwein and a seasonal edit of Monocle favourites.
The Monocle Pop-up Shop, St Moritz – 4 December 2025 –– 31 March 2026
Drop by for a warming coffee or hot chocolate and explore our edit of Monocle products and reads for the colder months.
