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Why Beauty Matters
Beauty comes in many forms. In this issue, we explore the meaning of beauty and how beauty shapes our lives and history.
Why Beauty Matters
Beauty comes in many forms. In this issue, we explore the meaning of beauty and how beauty shapes our lives and history.
Why Beauty Matters
Beauty comes in many forms. In this issue, we explore the meaning of beauty and how beauty shapes our lives and history.
Bringing Back the Pilgrimage
Sacred routes in Europe and around the world are on the rebound thanks to a new breed of devotees.
Sir Roger Scruton: A Life of Beauty
In his writings and the way he lived his life, Sir Roger Scruton defined beauty.
The Timeless Beauty of Chinese Ink Painting
Painter Waike Tian reveals the deeper beauty in classical Chinese ink paintings.
Queens of the Castle: Chanel Metiers d’art 2020/21
A chateau in Loire Valley plays host to CHANEL’s Metiers d’art 2020/21 collection.
Solomeo: A Town Built by Beauty
The Italian hamlet of Solomeo is more than Brunello Cucinelli’s home, it’s his masterpiece.
Bamboo Braiding
A Kyoto artist resurrects the ancient Japanese art of bamboo braiding.
Scalded Chinese Little Greens
Chinese little greens are actually baby bok choy, and naturally they taste best in spring. Rich in vitamins and minerals, these greens can facilitate calcium…
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Zelouf & Bell Cocktail Cabinet
Power design duo Zelouf & Bell transform a custom cocktail cabinet into a museum-worthy flight of fusion fancy.
Celebrate Venice With Chanel’s Escale à Venise
One of Gabrielle Chanel’s favourite cities gives rise to the Escale à Venise high jewellery collection.
Secrets of the Wood Comb
Discover the healing power of using wood combs for massage and more
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Poetry of Objects
Japanese Wooden Light Boxes
Traditional craftsmanship meets modern technique in Tanemura Woodworks’ kumiko LED lighting boxes.
Two New Handbags From Louis Vuitton
Two of Louis Vuitton’s heritage handbag styles are infused with fresh colours and shapes for a new generation
Estee Lauder’s Re-Nutriv Ultimate Diamond Eye Serum
Precious black truffle extract works miracles.
The Magic Healing Power of Handcrafted Wooden Combs
Combing forth—meet you everday secret masseur.
Shen Yun Dancer Clothing Collection Takes the Stage
Shen Yun’s new clothing line takes cue from the dance stage.
Takazawa Candles Bring New Light to an Old Craft
All-natural Takazawa Candle brings history to light .
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Journey to the East
Dancer Michelle Lian on Achieving a State of Beauty
A top classical Chinese dancer’s journey to discover her inner beauty.
The Silk Perfection of Yuzen
For over 400 years, one company in Japan has maintained the unparalleled traditions of yuzen dyeing techniques.
Jennifer Zeng’s Story of Finding Light in the Darkness
Jennifer Zeng survived torture and imprisonment in China by holding onto her faith
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Recipes
Fresh Mushroom and Ham Soup
In ancient China, when there was no monosodium glutamate (MSG) or other artificial additives, bamboo shoots, ham, and mushrooms were the main ingredients that played…
Recipe: Shredded Vegetable Medley
Spinach tastes wonderful in spring. Its roots are red, and its leaves are green, extraordinarily fresh, tender, and delicious. Rich in vitamins and minerals, spinach…
Recipe for Fragrant Pomelo Scallop Cups
The Suixiju Gastronomic Manual says, “Scallops are the most delicious,” and that they are; “fresh and crispy, the best of seafood.” So over the centuries,…
Cherry Leaves and Taro Duck Cooked in Beer
In the ancient Chinese cookbook Wushi Zhong Kui Lu, it was recorded that using cherry leaves to stew a goose can tenderize the meat. We…
Classic Recipe for Pink Jade Dumplings
There’s a recipe in the Song Dynasty classic Mountain Home Light Diet, which uses plum blossoms and sandalwood powder to make wonton wrappers. This recipe for…
Mixed Lotus Root Slices
The lotus root is slightly sweet and exudes a unique fragrance. It also contains tannins, which can increase the appetite. It’s rich in trace elements…
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Delve behind the story, origins, and evolution of Chanel’s two most iconic handbags.
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Delve behind the story, origins, and evolution of Chanel’s two most iconic handbags.
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Delve behind the story, origins, and evolution of Chanel’s two most iconic handbags.
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Delve behind the story, origins, and evolution of Chanel’s two most iconic handbags.
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