Fashion
‘I’ve never bought anything because it’s fashionable’ – Pitti CEO on dressing the part
Presiding over Pitti Immagine Uomo since 1995 is the affable Raffaello Napoleone. As CEO, he oversees the trade fair’s organisation and ensures its continuing relevance in Italy and beyond. He tells us more about…
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Tyler Brûlé’s 25 impeccably selected Christmas treats
From considered stocking stuffers to statements that demand a driveway, this is a Christmas list is well-made and well-read.
Ski in style: 20 pieces to keep you chic and warm on the slopes
Staying toasty needn’t mean giving up on style. Here are our pick of items that will help you look your best while navigating the slopes – or enjoying a well-deserved cocktail at après-ski.
Ienki Ienki is the Ukrainian label rethinking the puffer jacket for a sleek winter look
Designer Dmytro Ievenko’s label offers a selection of stylish down jackets in a sea of shapeless designs. Monocle discovers how he now plans to refine outwear for new climates.
How top politicians dress for winter: Parkas, tradition and power statements
Political leaders’ choice of winter wear can signal their priorities and reveal something of their world views. We take a look at five leaders, from Alexander Stubb to Kim Jong-un.
Olympian secrets to the perfect ski jacket: How Tomoya Ishii helped inform Goldwin’s innovative collection
We catch up with the Tokyo-based field tester to discuss his on-mountain priorities, Goldwin’s newest collection and what to look for in high-end skiwear.
Cesar Equipment, a new Scandinavian ready-to-wear label designing well for harsh winters
We chat to the co-founder of the up-and-coming brand, Andreas Åhrman, for a closer look at its collection and learn more about its ambitions.
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.
Vivienne Westwood meets Rei Kawakubo at the National Gallery of Victoria’s radical celebration of fashion’s favourite misfits
NGV curator Danielle Whitfield takes Monocle inside the new exhibition that brings together the work of Westwood and Kawakubo for the first time in a tribute to fashion and the spirit of rebellion.
