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CultureGreek Gods and Lobsters: Travel Meets Design with Luke Edward Hall
A man with a global remit and an eye for the elusive, we spoke to Rubinger about the novel and the notable in luxury and travel.
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CultureLuxury Luggage + Layovers: Travel with Christie's Handbag Specialist Matthew Rubinger
Home Culture People Current Article Luxury Luggage + Layovers: Travel with Christie's Handbag Specialist Matthew Rubinger 15 February, 2018 Words by Gilly Hopper Responsible Responsible for some of the most eye-watering sale records of all time, 29-year-old Matthew Rubinger, Christie's Senior Director of Luxury Handbags and Accessories, is something of maverick. A pioneer in the […]
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CultureGlobal Young Designer Spotlight: Lena Maksimova
While preparing for Harbin Fashion Week, Maksimova told us about her unique approach to combining local traditions and high fashion, and where she sees the contemporary Russian fashion scene going.
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CultureGlobal Young Designer Spotlight: SHUSHU/TONG
This design duo have launched a brand of today that speaks to the current social and political climate by reimagining “girliness”.
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CultureISHKAR: Curated Craftsmanship from Countries at War
Described as “curated craftsmanship from countries at war”, ISHKAR is a platform aiming to provide a window into countries known for their rich cultures long before they hit headlines for being at war. We met founders Flore de Taisne and Edmund Le Brun who lived in Afghanistan for three years before setting up the brand, to learn about their journey, the Kabul they know and their hopes for the future.
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CultureMeet Anum Bashir: One of The Middle East's First Fashion Influencers
Desert Mannequin is a documentation of the Qatar-born creative consultant’s personal style. Colourful, eclectic and witty, Bashir talks about sustainable outfit choices, pens love letters to her favourite shoes and explains why a Prada dress has more lives than a cat.
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CultureSabah: The ‘It’ Shoe Everyone Is Talking About
Sabah's is brand which celebrates travel, discovery, style and comfort is one that we can definitely get on board with. So SUITCASE sat down with Mickey to hear more about the stint in Turkey that changed his life, how ‘Sabah Sundays’ came to be and #WhereToNext.
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CultureGlobal Young Designer Spotlight: Vanda Jacintho
Inspired by the earth, various art mediums and her love of travelling, designer Vanda Jacintho creates versatile resort wear and statement jewellery. Here she shares how her Brazilian heritage shaped her career.
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Culture#CookForSyria: Rosie Birkett
Here we talk to Rosie Birkett about playing a small part in a huge movement.
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CultureAt The Table: Meet the Women Making Food an Art Form for All
SUITCASE pulled up a seat with At The Table founder Miranda York, writer Rebecca May Johnson and poet Anna Sulan Masing to find out how they are putting “art” back into the culinary arts.
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CultureShuk: A New York Middle Eastern Pantry
The stronghold is emotion; Ron is a professional chef with a Jewish Moroccan-Lebanese family, Leetal is a pastry chef and stylist. For them, it’s about the connection. Here they share why they approach their business with an openness, warmth and authenticity.
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CultureGlobal Young Designer Spotlight: KALITA
Their designs create an instant chic and elevated look. From fabric quality to richly coloured dyes and elegant silhouettes, each piece alludes to sophistication and thoughtfulness. Here the designers share what it's like balancing two creative visions.
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CultureGlobal Young Designer Spotlight: SUNAD
We always work with 100% natural fabrics and produce everything in Spain. Each season we also create a garment that is not a shirt but is inspired by one.
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CultureWomen Who: Top Tips for Working on the Move
Otegha Uwagba is the founder of Women Who, a platform for creative working women. Here she gives SUITCASE her top tips for keeping up a business while on the move.
