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Life on the edge

This remote north-eastern corner of Russia is an inhospitable land of fire, ice and earthquakes but the stunning scenery, hot springs and huge reserves of salmon suggest a seismic shift in fortunes could be about to happen.
Barriers and barrios

Melilla, in Morocco, is one of two Spanish colonies left on the African continent. The enclave is a lure for illegal immigrants who try to cross the border here into Europe. But this is not the whole story; Monocle looks at Melilla’s multicultural make-up and how recent investment can improve the settlement’s fortunes.
The living is easy

Sweden’s second city is fertile soil for small businesses thanks to its history of maritime adventure, the population’s can-do attitude and its intimate size, which helps keep the co-operative spirit alive and well.
Going logo

In a city known for flashy advertising, financial services brand Hyundai Card chose the opening of a new subway line to launch a campaign based on subtlety and simplicity, and the Zen-like hoardings have entranced passers-by.
Float market

The yachting industry has suffered some knocks and Cannes boat fair was 14 per cent down in attendance this year, but there are signs it’s on course for a recovery. And there’s a new appreciation of old-school and sustainable boats.
Blue-sky thinking

Viking Air, a small parts manufacturer from British Columbia, had never even thought about building aeroplanes, but when the firm acquired the licences for de Havilland’s discontinued but adored sea and bush planes, the clamouring demand from all over the world proved too loud to ignore.
How to be a band in 2010

Rock stars are now essentially CEOs of their own small (and big businesses). Learn how to harness patrons, sponsorship and the digital revolution, and you could soon be selling out, without selling out.
Air Rescue

Twenty years ago, Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty was a busy place as the Iron Curtain was pulled back. Today, its signals are still focused on Russia as well as Iran and Afghanistan.
With more interest

In a radical shift from its traditional brand identity, Sugamo Shinkin Bank has adopted an innovative and colourful design for its new Niiza branch. It looks more like an art gallery than a bank, and that seems to be having an uplifting impact on both staff and customers.

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Womenswear / Madrid

…and relax

There’s no need to rush your Sabado in Madrid – potter around the apartment, tuck into ‘El País’, and then take to the streets for a market trawl and some antique book buying.

Edited by: Takeharu Sato

Photography: Daniel Riera

Dress by Gucci, bracelet by Georg Jensen

Dress by C.P. Company, bracelet by Cartier

Hat by Toujours, vest by Penfield, shirt by Melograno Editions, trousers by C.P. Company, bag by Closed

Dress by Prada, tights by Marni, shoes by Camper

Cape by Toujours, blouse by Nili Lotan, skirt by J.Crew, necklace by Marni

Jacket by Toujours, waistcoat and trousers from FWK by Engineered Garments, shirt by Haversack, shoes by Church’s, socks by Marni

Cardigan by John Smedley, shirt by J.Crew, trousers by Loro Piana, shoes by Camper

Dress by Louis Vuitton, shoes by Willenlund, watch by Georg Jensen, bag by Isaac Reina

Model
Carina Pichler

Groomer
David Carreiro

Production
Team Works

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The Continental Shift

Life on the edge

Barriers and barrios

The living is easy

Going logo

Float market

Blue-sky thinking

How to be a band in 2010

Air Rescue

With more interest

Happy now?

Europe Briefing

Americas Briefing

Africa/Middle East Briefing

Asia Briefing

Oceania Briefing

Defence Briefing

Business Briefing

Media Briefing

Culture Briefing

Fashion briefing

Architecture/Design Briefing

Mrs Dynamite

Bean there done that

In her element

Turning the tables

…and relax

Pleasure wear

Inventory No. 28

Monocle travel guide

Bree and easy

Warm front

The next pig thing

Vomero

Nadav Kander

Expo 28: Space awareness

Observation

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