Fashion
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Embrace the chaos
Turbulent times call for bold decisions, says Pietro Beccari, the chairman and CEO of Christian Dior Couture, who has tripled the luxury firm’s revenues.
Mellow yellow
Amid economic chaos and geopolitical shifts, Jesper Brodin is transforming Ingka Group, the firm behind Ikea, with serenity.
Printed matters
From Barcelona's cultural resistance to Tokyo's literary sanctuaries, the world's finest independent bookshops offer curated selections and knowledgeable staff for discerning Christmas gift-givers.
Retail therapy
Embrace the festive shopping period with style and warmth. Mix smart, versatile layers with casual overcoats and practical bags.
Material world
Whether it's the soft lambswool of a cosy winter blanket or the seemingly delicate titanium of a premium watch, the composition of clothes and accessories matters.
Global shopping guide: Monocle’s favourite independent boutiques and retailers
Discover the world's best independent boutiques from Tokyo to Hudson. Our complete shopping guide reveals where to find unique gifts, artisan goods.
Material effect
Hugo Boss's new CEO, Daniel Grieder, explains his vision for the heritage fashion house: balancing traditional tailoring with innovative technology to create a business fit for a new age.
Talking shop
Blondie Tsang, president of Lane Crawford and Joyce, reveals how post-pandemic luxury retail is changing. The group is enticing customers back with upgraded interiors, edgy new brands and bespoke shopping experiences.
From indie perfumer to global player, Byredo plots its next chapter with Puig
With Byredo, fragrance came first and only then did founder Ben Gorham start looking at other ways to grow the brand, by collaborating with everyone from workwear manufacturers to audio engineers.
Walk this way
A region in southern Spain has a pep in its step, producing speciality footwear for decades. Now the world’s premier shoe brands are striding towards its factories, keeping its industry running.
