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The Monocle Book of Photography: Reportage From Places Less Explored
Back in 2007 the first issues of Monocle magazine hit newsstands and kiosks around the globe. At its core was a pledge to commission all original photography capturing the world on film, on the ground and in the moment. In the years since, Monocle has continued in its pursuit of documenting through its unique lens from embassies and personal residences to world leaders and cultural stars. Each issue has featured a dedicated image-led Expo section celebrating lesser-known locales, obscure events and curious characters through truly outstanding photography. Syrian cities, French legionnaires, Thai festival goers, brutalist architecture and private member’s clubs have all graced the pages of the magazine. The Monocle Book of Photography draws on the best of these visual stories from an archive a decade and a half in the making. A handsomely produced linen-bound edition, the book also features original reporting about each of the assignments, as well as first-hand accounts from the photographers and editors involved.
Shoulder bag
Tailor-made for a small laptop, this bag is sturdy, cushioned and studded with leather details. Its deep front pocket can contain all the necessaries for a whip round the city, from stationery to diaries to a newspaper for the commute home. Fits a 13 inch laptop. Porter is a luxury Japanese luggage and accessories specialist that creates intuitive and durable pieces.
Linen tote bag
This undyed, natural linen tote bag is an example of French weaver Charvet’s pared-back, stylish offering. Available in a blue and natural colourway exclusive to Konfekt, it features a handy inside pocket and is made using the heritage Jacquard weaving technique. The bag is produced in Armentières, a city known across Europe for its expertise in crafting canvas products.
Medium B6 hardcover linen notebook
Our linen notebooks come in three sizes and with soft or hard covers. All contain dot grid paper and six pages featuring 20 Monocle ideas for living a quieter, more considered life.
Long-sleeved T-shirt
Made from thick 100 per cent jersey cotton, this long-sleeved T-shirt features a timeless crew neck. A go-to item that pairs with any style, this reliable companion is great for chilly evenings or layering with other pieces.
Hase table lamp
The Hase table lamp is a striking balance of function and form featuring a sleek tubular design made from polished brass. To accentuate its clean lines, a wheat coloured electric cord winds around the stand while a silken lamp shade is set at a tilted angle that can be adjusted to light up any corner.
Nightstand set
In collaboration with designer Aldo Bakker, Lobmeyr’s two-piece nightstand set contains a decanter and a tumbler, the latter of which also doubles as a lid to keep your drink fresh. This sculptural design has been refined more than 18 times to bring this sleek yet compact iteration to your table.
Radio
Tune in to your favourite news at breakfast, or listen to Monocle’s Global Countdown as Fernando Augusto Pacheco spins through the hits and misses of the world's music charts. Dein Tag klingt besser with our new German-made Technisat x Monocle radio.
String shelf
You’ll have String to thank when all your books, pot plants and knick-knacks are neatly in order. Few shelving companies can rival this Swedish firm, which was launched in 1949 when its founders, Nisse and Kaisa Strinning, won a bookshelf-making competition. Sixty years on, its unfussy, Swedish-made designs are still leading the pack. This hand-oiled oak unit is easy to assemble mercifully, there’s no doorstop-like instruction manual – and boasts an olive powder-coated steel frame and engraved. The shelves are 20cm deep: the perfect size for the latest issue of Monocle.
June 2025 – Issue 184
Monocle’s June issue is here and it’s packed with ideas on urbanism and living better, as well as businesses on the up and our annual art special. Visit new galleries from Morocco to Dubai, sit down with New Zealand’s prime minister, take a tour of Kigali and step into Palma’s most exclusive hilltop residence. Plus: former Apple designer Jony Ive explains how he has set out to save San Francisco. Interested in living better? This issue is for you.
