Aisha Speirs
Home from home
Following the success of our Hong Kong shop and bureau set up, we’ve replicated the concept in Toronto’s Little Italy – only it’s 20 times the size.
Capsule time
For many, Paris remains the true home of fashion – and a clutch of well-timed, small-scale trade fairs are giving events like Italy’s Pitti Uomo a run for their money.
Fashion
A round-up of the latest store openings, clothing lines and news from Japan, the UK, France, Canada, Italy, the US and Germany.
Best in class
While some countries struggle with school design policy, innovative architects are demonstrating that a healthy learning environment with plenty of light and natural materials means happier children and long-term economic benefits.
Class of 2011
Meet renowned chef Gastón Acurio, who opened a cooking school to ensure Peru's economic boom benefits the neediest. He’s also number one in our education Top 20.
Sweet harmony
With its artfully mismatched interiors, Manhattan’s NoMad hotel combines character and comfort. A sense of discovery is key, from the products they sell to the aromas wafting from the kitchens.
On the block
London’s Phillips de Pury, Chicago’s Wright, Sweden’s Örnsbergsauktionen and Berlin’s Auctionata are put under the Monocle microscope, as we explore how the auction design industry is keeping pace in the 21st century.
Two’s company
Husband-and-wife team Martine and Prosper Assouline have built their luxury publishing house by doing what feels natural. From a Paris apartment, Assouline is now a US-based market leader.
Americas
The ins and outs of Mercosur, the speeding up of California's trains, and the other big ballot in America.
The next four years
Whoever ends up sat in the Oval Office come January next year will have a huge job on his hands but also a massive opportunity. Here is Monocle’s advice.
