Category Archives: DESIGN

A sustainable future for Monaco

Posted on February 15, 2021 by Nicola

When you think of Monaco, admittedly fast cars come to mind, but bicycle paths, insect hotels, lush gardens and sustainability are the hashtag of its latest initiative. At the fifth anniversary of the Paris Climate Agreement, H.S.H. Prince Albert II … Continue reading →

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Île de Ré, Luxury Lifestyle Magazine

Posted on January 8, 2021 by Nicola

The Île de Ré is a relaxing haven on the west coast of France, only a few hours from London. A flight from London to La Rochelle and a short drive over the connecting bridge, Ponte de Ré, will have … Continue reading →

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Beauty, what a weapon

Posted on January 5, 2021 by Nicola

“Beauty, what a weapon” – Coco Chanel – The beauty industry means business, $500 billion worth of business to be precise and expected to reach $800 billion by 2023, making it a hot topic for investors and M&A activities. Beauty … Continue reading →

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Museum musings

Posted on March 26, 2020 by Nicola

Daily inspirational quotes by artists “There are always flowers for those who want to see them.” Henri Matisse

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Green Fashion Week in Rome

Posted on November 10, 2017 by Nicola

It’s all about fashion shows @ the ancient Roman Forums this week to raise awareness for Green Fashion Week, now in its 6th edition, following the success in LA, Dubai, Abu-Dhabi and Milan. The Forum of Augustus and Hadrian’s Temple … Continue reading →

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Design Boom: Bulgari interview

Posted on October 26, 2017 by Nicola

Nicola Ferlei-Brown speaks to Bulgari’s Creative Director Lucia Silvestri about her inspirations and creations for the ‘Festa’ collection, as well as Lucia Boscaini, the brand’s Heritage Curator, to discuss the architecture of Rome and the DOMVS museum. Continue reading →

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Bio trends, eco utility and sustainability will be big for Autumn/Winter 2018-19

Posted on June 21, 2017 by Nicola

Bio materials made from milk and mushrooms and other natural sources are the future of fashion and will be the norm by 2019. Ferragamo recently launched a collection made from Italian patented Orange Fibre which is created using citrus waste, … Continue reading →

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Zaha Hadid designs new Naples high-speed train station

Posted on January 18, 2017 by Nicola

Images © zaha hadid architects 2016 was an exciting year for architecture and 2017 looks set to be no different as we anticipate the construction later this year of the long awaited Naples-Afragola train station. A sculptural cobra-like steel structure, which will … Continue reading →

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Oh Mickey: Fashion brands and their Disney designs

Posted on January 8, 2017 by Nicola

From Mickey Mouse to Wonder woman, cartoons have been taking the fashion world by storm for decades. But, more than ever, designers have gone Disney mad, with kitsch embellished T-shirts, dresses and bags. The 90’s nostalgia of cute teen logos … Continue reading →

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Bello Magazine: Designers are weaving dream dresses for the modern day Princess

Posted on January 7, 2017 by Nicola

By Nicola Ferlei-Brown ©Valentino Designers are weaving dream dresses for the modern day Princess Mirror, mirror on the wall.. Which is the most beautiful season of them all? Why, winter, of course. And, a winters tale just became … Continue reading →