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MONCLER + JIL SANDER

MONCLER + JIL SANDER images courtesy of MONCLER Milan, November 18, 2025: The debut Moncler + JIL SANDER collection channels the quiet elegance of the natural world, reinterpreted through JIL SANDER’s precise minimalism and Moncler’s technical expertise. Clean lines, rounded silhouettes and a muted, nature-inspired palette define the collaboration, blending softness with structure and luxury with performance. Voluminous outerwear, padded cardigans and dome-shaped skirts echo the curved forms of mountains and landscapes. A sculptural silver-tone pin, mirroring the outline of Moncler’s logo, offers a subtle signature detail. Natural fibres such as double wool, cotton twill and an innovative long-haired wool bring refined texture, layered with Moncler’s down-filled nylon for elevated warmth. The collection comes to life through digital studio imagery and films, pairing models with projected alpine scenery—a serene homage to Moncler’s origins. Moncler + JIL SANDER is available now in selected Moncler and JIL SANDER stores and online. A special pop-up at Isetan Shinjuku runs from 19 November to 2 December for menswear and 19–25 November for womenswear.

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VEJA x Cesar Villalba: The Condor 3 Off-Road Adapted for Every Terrain

VEJA x Cesar Villalba: The Condor 3 Off-Road Adapted for Every Terrain photo courtesy of VEJA  The VEJA x Cesar Villalba Condor 3 Off-Road is the result of VEJA’s ongoing research into performance footwear and the designer’s interest in movement and outdoor practice. Developed from the Condor 3 platform, this model is adapted for both paved routes and more irregular natural terrain. Its ripstop upper provides resistance against abrasion, while the widened lacing cage and reduced number of eyelets make the fit easier and reduce pressure points during longer runs. The shoe features a non-expanded E.V.A. stability plate that increases rigidity and responsiveness, replacing the original L-FOAM cushion while maintaining the characteristic comfort of the Condor line. The outsole is equipped with 4 mm lugs, positioned to offer traction on different surfaces, especially when transitioning from road to off-road paths. Light in weight and structured for stability, the Condor 3 Off-Road brings together materials such as sugar cane–based E.V.A., Amazonian rubber, recycled polyester, and T.P.U. components. Overall, the model is designed to support a neutral stride and to adapt to varied environments, reflecting both VEJA’s technical development and Cesar Villalba’s approach to sport and design.

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TRANSPARENT — A NEW DIMENSION OF DESIGN AND SCENT

TRANSPARENT — A NEW DIMENSION OF DESIGN AND SCENT The Swedish sound innovation brand Transparent, long celebrated for its sculptural speakers and pure design language, now turns its attention to a different kind of vibration, the invisible frequencies of scent. Their new Aroma Diffuser expands the sensory landscape of the home, translating the brand’s philosophy of modularity, transparency, and timelessness into the world of fragrance. Made from glass and aluminum, the diffuser resembles a laboratory instrument, precise, minimal, and poetic. Using ultrasonic technology, it transforms fragrance oil and water into a fine mist, diffusing aroma evenly and silently throughout the space. No smoke, no fire, no unnecessary decoration, just the essence of what makes a home feel. “Fragrance gives us the ability to experience powerful, instant emotions and memories,” says Per Brickstad, Creative Director at Transparent. “We’ve engineered this device in honor of that beautiful sensory phenomenon — to enrich homes in a natural, clean and timeless way.” The brand also introduces a curated selection of essential oils Pine, Red Cedar, and Spruce inspired by the Nordic landscape, grounding the home in nature’s calm clarity. In a poetic full circle, Transparent returns to its origins, launching the diffuser on Kickstarter this November, the same platform where the brand first came to life in 2012.

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Maria Barsoum Designs Silk Capsule for ENNUI Atelier

Maria Barsoum Designs Silk Capsule for ENNUI Atelier photography Therese Öhrvall  Renowned stylist and creative consultant Maria Barsoum steps into the role of designer with “Designed by Maria Barsoum for ENNUI Atelier,” a capsule collection that reimagines silk as a medium of movement and memory. Handmade in Stockholm from carefully sourced deadstock materials, the three sculptural scarves embody ENNUI Atelier’s philosophy of modern, intelligent luxury. Each piece reflects Barsoum’s refined visual language — a balance of precision and emotion, restraint and depth. Through texture, detail, and intention, the collection redefines contemporary craftsmanship, presenting silk not as ornament, but as quiet expression. Read more at ennuiatelier.com  

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SOPHIE BILLE BRAHE — A MEMORY IN WAX

SOPHIE BILLE BRAHE — A MEMORY IN WAX Image courtesy of Sophie Bille Brahe Danish fine jeweller Sophie Bille Brahe extends her poetic world beyond precious stones with the return of her Nuage Madison Candle, a limited-edition piece inspired by her personal scent memories from travels. The fragrance, soft yet complex, is built around notes that evoke the intimate calm of her creative universe: elegant, luminous, and quietly nostalgic. Each candle is housed in a hand-blown glass vessel crafted in collaboration with glass artist Helle Mardahl, turning it into a collectible object that transcends the fleeting life of wax. At €275, the price may feel indulgent for a candle, but this is not merely a scent; it’s a sculptural keepsake meant to live on as part of your interior landscape long after the flame has gone out. Back in stock only in limited quantities, the Nuage Madison Candle captures the essence of Sophie Bille Brahe’s world where emotion, craftsmanship, and memory intertwine with effortless elegance. Shop the candle here.

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MERIT Beauty Launches “The Winter Set” – A Modern Take on ’90s Glam

MERIT Beauty Launches “The Winter Set” – A Modern Take on ’90s Glam MERIT Beauty welcomes the season with The Winter Set, a complete kit designed to bring back the timeless elegance of the ’90s, reimagined for today’s minimalist aesthetic. The curated collection includes essentials for eyes, lips, and cheeks, offering everything you need to achieve a cohesive, polished winter look. The set features MERIT’s signature favourites, Clean Lash Mascara in a handy travel size and Brush No.2, alongside bestselling formulas in two brand-new, exclusive shades. The Signature Lip Liner, Mini Flush Balm, and Shade Slick Sheen debut in Courmayeur, a warm rose-brown tone that flatters all complexions, while Solo Shadow Sheen arrives in Mink, a soft, smoky brown-gray perfect for subtle definition. Blending nostalgia with modern simplicity, The Winter Set captures MERIT’s signature philosophy: less effort, more impact,  and always, everyday luxury.

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Sézane x Antoinette Poisson 

Sézane x Antoinette Poisson French label Sézane presents a poetic collaboration with Antoinette Poisson, the Parisian duo behind the hand-printed wallpapers that have revived 18th-century decorative traditions. For the first time, Antoinette Poisson steps into ready-to-wear – exclusively with Sézane. The collection, inspired by the distinctive papiers domino­tés, unites fashion, craft and history in ten unique prints for both wardrobe and home. The collection is available at sezane.com and in select stores.   Image courtesy of Sézane

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Ströms Woman – A New Luxury Destination for the Modern Woman

Ströms Woman – A New Luxury Destination for the Modern Woman Photo: Jesper Florbrant Ströms Man & Woman is embarking on a new chapter with the launch of Ströms Woman, an expanded space exclusively dedicated to women, on the upper floor of its iconic store at Kungsgatan and Sveavägen. A long-standing fixture in Stockholm’s Centrumhuset since 1939, Ströms is increasing its women’s fashion floor area by over 50%. The renovation of the upper level in this landmark building has created a distinctive and inviting destination for women’s style in the city. CEO Torbjörn Rusck noted that the expansion was inspired by a desire to offer customers in Stockholm an “elevated shopping experience, one that combines a warm and welcoming atmosphere with a premium, international touch”. He emphasises that the new space “builds on our 120-year heritage of quality and service, while introducing a modern expression tailored for today’s women.” The store’s design highlights quality and craftsmanship, with every item and piece of furniture custom-made for Ströms. All furnishings are handmade in Sweden, underscoring a strong commitment to authenticity and attention to detail. Art plays a central role in the store’s interior design, including Lukas Göthman’s painting “I Like Your Fire”, which invites visitors to form their own reflections and interpretations. Rusck summarised the overall feeling by saying: “We want to create a place that feels curated and effortless”, adding that “every detail in the interior is chosen to reflect the same care we show our customers.” Ströms Woman is designed to be a complete destination for the modern woman. It offers a complete wardrobe, from everyday and business to party attire. The assortment combines Swedish and international design brands such as Marni, Tory Burch, Boss, by Malene Birger, Malina and MaxMara, along with their own collection, Ströms Woman. Photo: Jesper Florbrant Rusck describes the modern Ströms Woman customer as a “businesswoman in her best years, confident in her style, whether she’s at work, out in the evening, or dressed casually”. He added that the store is designed to be a “three-generation store,” believing that the right products can connect with women across generations. The new floor features a “city living room” on the entresol level, offering a quiet contrast to the busy intersection outside. This space includes lounge groups and an exclusive Chambre Séparée, hidden behind a sliding door, which offers undisturbed personal styling. On enhancing the shopping experience, Rusck said: “We want our customers to feel relaxed, and it’s just as important that their friends or partners feel comfortable too. A personal shopping experience takes time, and selecting pieces to enhance a wardrobe should feel inspiring and enjoyable. Our goal is for the experience to be as rewarding for the customer as it is pleasant for her company.”

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Manasi7 Introduces Four New Shades of The Tinted Beauty Potion

Manasi7 Introduces Four New Shades of The Tinted Beauty Potion   images courtesy of Manasi7 Following its celebrated debut in Spring 2025, Manasi7’s Tinted Beauty Potion has become a cult favourite. This luxurious, multi-use tinted oil for lips, cheeks, and eyes blends the care of skincare with the radiance of makeup, delivering a soft dewy glow and lasting moisture. Crafted with nine organic botanical oils and fermented vanilla planifolia extract, the formula melts effortlessly into skin, offering a feather-light texture and a luminous, non-sticky finish. Now, Manasi 7 expands the range with four new neutral shades, perfectly suited for the autumn/winter season and beyond. With its nourishing blend of colour pigments and certified organic plant-based ingredients, it glides on smoothly to create a sheer-to-medium tint with a naturally glossy sheen. Infused with Blackcurrant Seed, Raspberry Seed, Plum Kernel, Bitter Cherry, Jojoba, and Argan oils, The Tinted Beauty Potion enhances lips, cheeks, and eyes with quiet luxury — a perfect harmony of colour, care, and radiance.

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Skultuna x Fredrik af Klercker – Carolus IX

Skultuna x Fredrik af Klercker — Carolus IX Image courtesy of Skultuna There is a certain poetry in time, in the weight of heritage carried through centuries of craft. With Carolus IX, Fredrik af Klercker unites four hundred years of Swedish design tradition with an enduring sense of elegance. The softly curved tonneau case, inspired by early twentieth-century icons, gives the watch a quiet confidence that feels both classic and contemporary. Tonneau, the French word for barrel, evokes strength and harmony, a shape that has endured through eras of change. Named after Skultuna’s founder, King Karl IX, Carolus IX represents the best of Swedish and European watchmaking heritage. It is a watch for life, created to be worn with the same ease and self-assurance whether paired with a tuxedo or nothing but sun-warmed skin by the sea. Two versions are available: one with a black minimalist dial, and another with a white face featuring numerals borrowed from a grandfather clock in Västmanland, a subtle tribute to Skultuna’s roots. The watch is available online and in Skultuna stores. Read more at Skultuna.com

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