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Tapis Noir – a love of silk

September 9, 2024 by Federica

Our Q&A with Mads Kruse the founder of Tapis Noir. Q.: What’s your background? A.: Before launching Tapis Noir, I worked as an art director with my own agency. Creating visual

Fashion New up and coming designers

Ma+Lin – Sustainable & seasonless linen blouses

May 25, 2023 by Federica

Má + Lin[ma-lain] is where Chinese and French cultures meet to celebrate Linen, the world’s most ancient and sustainable fabric. Our brand name is a playful nod to the brand’s

Jewelry & Bijoux

Almarow – Luxury statement jewellery

May 3, 2023 by Federica

Almarow is an exquisite fashion jewellery line that celebrates Italian craftsmanship, uniquely selected materials and impeccable finishes. Alma – meaning soul – leads each piece to resonate and illuminate soulfully with the wearer’s identity.

Fashion New up and coming designers

Olubiyi Thomas – the Avant Garde aesthetic

April 17, 2023 by Federica

Olubiyi left De Rien in 2015 and moved to establish his namesake label, debuting his maiden collection in June 2016 for Spring Summer. “The brand was built by demand. It

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Cakes and Troubles Home Baked – one of a kind couture jewellery

April 3, 2023 by Federica

Our today’s Q&A is with Vera Rossini the founder of the jewellery brand Cakes and Troubles Home Baked. As she likes to describe herself, she is first of all globally

Fashion Shoes & Bags

Helen Kirkum – handmade bespoke sneakers

January 11, 2022 by Federica

Helen Kirkum is a London-based artist and designer. Kirkum’s artisanship has garnered international acclaim and it is her ability to tell stories through her designs that sets her work apart.

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Mercer Keeble PR consultant

October 6, 2021 by Federica

If you have always wonder what it means to be a good PR consultant, you have to read the interview I had with Sally Keeble who is the founder and

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YSSO – traditional artisanal Greek craftsmanship of jewellery making

July 29, 2021 by Federica

YSSO, was founded in 2020 by Alexia Karides in London. Made to last and designed to be pieces of art, YSSO carries values of authenticity through handmade sustainably Greek crafted

Fashion New up and coming designers

Lindy Staadecker – founder of Space to Show

June 2, 2021 by Federica

Communication and retails are two main important aspects in the fashion field and that’s the reason why I am glad to feature people like Lindy Staadecker who is the founder

Fashion New up and coming designers

Ethereal London – feminine understated elegance

April 23, 2021 by Federica

Interviewing Annie Holt who founded Ethereal London. This brand ethically sources fabrics, follows sustainable practices that respect people and the environment, reduces waste, but all the while not compromising on

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Tapis Noir – a love of silk

Ma+Lin – Sustainable & seasonless linen blouses

Almarow – Luxury statement jewellery

Olubiyi Thomas – the Avant Garde aesthetic

Cakes and Troubles Home Baked – one of a kind couture jewellery

Helen Kirkum – handmade bespoke sneakers

YSSO – traditional artisanal Greek craftsmanship of jewellery making

Lindy Staadecker – founder of Space to Show

Ethereal London – feminine understated elegance

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