Monocle preview: February issue, 2025

It’s 2025 and we’ve put together a punchy issue to get your new year on the right track. Flick through for the 25 people, places and ideas that are set to shake the world. Catch one of Australia’s favourite chefs, Neil Perry, at his new Sydney pâtisserie, jet over to Hamburg to hear from renowned fashion designer Jil Sander and swing by Downtown Los Angeles to discover the best lunch spots, top shops and ornate boltholes with Monocle’s very own Concierge. But that’s not all. Join us as we explore Nairobi’s breeziest enclave, scout out Hong Kong’s buzzing new design and retail location, hear from the experts about how to save our CBDs and take a walk through Czechia’s restored modernist masterpiece. In short, it’s an issue replete with opportunities, inspiration and fresh pathways to success. Pick up a copy of our latest issue today.

In April, Monocle’s global leadership conference heads to Jakarta. Join Tyler Brûlé, Andrew Tuck and our senior editors for our fourth gathering of global business leaders. From valuable industry forecasts to practical advice on how to steer companies, this one-day conference promises inspiration and, most importantly, opportunities.Find out more about the event and secure your ticket here.

Greece: The Monocle Handbook, is the latest in our series of vibrant country guides to inspire your next trip – or move. Looking to take the leap yourself? Buy your copy here.

Let us introduce you to ten makers who bring craft to life by developing cultural dialogues and adding new twists to traditional practices. Each of their compelling stories cements Singapore’s position at the centre of a global network of influences. Indeed, this unique destination is the only place where this precise blend of perspectives could percolate.