The History of the Chanel Classic Flap Bag
May 16, 2023
If a handbag could be worn over the shoulder, it would free up women's hands, thought Coco Chanel. And thus the Chanel Flap Bag was born.
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A Brief History of Graphic Design
April 11, 2023
“There are three responses to a piece of design - yes, no, and WOW! Wow is the one to aim for” - Milton Glaser. This is the history of graphic design.
Timeless Perfumes and Collectible Vintage Scents
September 14, 2022
Hundreds of new perfumes are launched every year; it’s easy to become a little overwhelmed when trying to select a new scent. Are you floral or woody? Where do you stand on a strong oudh? The wealth of choice can make you dizzy. Perhaps this is why the perfumes we’ve come to know as timeless…
5 designs that demonstrate the practicality and minimalist aesthetic of Kaare Klint
July 13, 2022
Details mattered to Kaare Klint. Every nut, bolt and strut, had a purpose that was aesthetically striking, technically perfect, and searingly practical.
Lalique Jewelry: The Breathtaking Bling of the Belle Époque
July 11, 2022
Many collectors know Lalique’s glass forms, but the sophisticated connoisseur will know that before he mastered glass, Lalique excelled in jewelry.
Jewelry House Histories: Harry Winston
June 8, 2022
Throughout his life, Harry Winston was synonymous with the glamor of Hollywood royalty and heads of state – and rightly so.
Jewelry House Histories: Bulgari
May 9, 2022
Bulgari – or Bvlgari – is synonymous with the glamour and decadence of Rome, with fans including Elizabeth Taylor, Sophia Loren and Audrey Hepburn.
Vintage Hermès Jewelry: A History of Luxury
March 30, 2022
Grace Kelly and Jane Birkin may have lent their names to the brand’s most popular bags but vintage Hermès jewelry can command high prices at auction.
Jewelry House Histories: A brief intro to Van Cleef & Arpels
February 17, 2022
Whether you know them for their Mystery Set, the Alhambra, the Zip or the Passe-Partout, Van Cleef & Arpels is synonymous with innovation and craftsmanship.
Finn Juhl: The “Chairman” of Danish Modern
February 14, 2022
Finn Juhl, the man credited with introducing Danish Modern to America, whose timeless style never seems to lose traction.