Hamish Anderson
Thoughts that count
Five Monocle writers take the pulse of their fields of expertise, from Taiwanese resilience and the future of French politics to the pitfalls of fashion nostalgia and what's next for broadcast journalism.
Modern classics
The creative director of America’s oldest clothing brand on the preppy bounceback.
Design awards 2021, part 1
Our first ever Design Awards are here, honouring the year’s 50 most thoughtfully made objects and buildings.
Spring it on
Our round-up of the latest looks for spring takes in unisex cashmere from Amsterdam, ethical cotton from Nigeria, Japanese specs in the spotlight and the resurgence of a thoroughly modern Marimekko.
Design Briefing
A unique retail concept for fashion giant Maison Margiela and a conceptual Japanese space that has made the most of a modest budget.
Holding sway
Can local media sway undecided voters? We ask journalists how their coverage impacts key election outcomes.
Bigger picture
Running a cinema is about much more than the silver screen. We meet the industry players who believe in the future of public screenings.
Window of opportunity
When competition is rife and industries are slow to evolve, it takes a smart business leader with a strong vision to reposition their brand. We meet three who came out on top.
Thinking big
Now is the time to rethink your life and livelihood. We offer insights on the value of running the show, the appeal of apprenticeships and how the pandemic will affect our work.
House of style
We met founder of menswear brand Bode in sunnier times. But her message is for now: if you want to be resilient, keep production close to home.
