Bringing a dog shouldn’t mean dialing down taste. Across Europe’s grand cities, a growing cadre of high-design hotels now rolls out beds, bowls, and even room service for four-legged guests. Here’s a curated selection—by city—of luxurious bases that welcome discerning humans and their equally pampered canines.
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The Grand Slam Circuit: A Comparative Journey Through the Four Majors
Tennis’s four Grand Slams are not just tournaments—they are seasonal rituals, each with its own character, prestige, and sensory atmosphere. From the hard courts of Melbourne in the heat of January to the lush grass of Wimbledon under fading British summer nights, each stop on the tour offers something distinct. For travelers, they are asContinue reading “The Grand Slam Circuit: A Comparative Journey Through the Four Majors”
A Guide to Autumn in Tangier
Autumn in Tangier is a season for connoisseurs — when the city’s layered past and cosmopolitan present fold together, and when the light itself seems to whisper: linger.
For Sale: Rasmus Svarre “Dandy” Painting
A captivating painting by Danish artist Rasmus Svarre, known for his work in oil, pastel, charcoal, and watercolor that draws from Nordic sensibilities, mystery, and surreal poetics. It has been hanging in my music room for 10+ years and now needs a new home. About the Artist Rasmus Svarre is a contemporary Danish painter andContinue reading “For Sale: Rasmus Svarre “Dandy” Painting”
For Sale: Vintage Diane von Furstenberg Wrap Dress
This vintage Diane von Furstenberg wrap dress is a striking example of the designer’s ability to combine timeless elegance with modern edge. The piece reimagines her iconic wrap silhouette with crisp, tuxedo-inspired detailing: a pleated white bib front, sharp collar, and contrasting French cuffs set against the deep black body of the dress. The dressContinue reading “For Sale: Vintage Diane von Furstenberg Wrap Dress”
For Sale: Vintage McQ Dress
A rare vintage McQ cotton dress from the era when Lee McQueen was still alive — making it not only a garment, but a collectible piece of fashion history. Crafted in lightweight white cotton with delicate textured detailing, it features a Peter Pan collar, button-down front with soft ruffle trim, and a flattering fitted waistContinue reading “For Sale: Vintage McQ Dress”
The Life and Legacy of Giorgio Armani
A Quiet Revolution in Elegance — and a Final Bow The fashion world recently lost its emperor. Giorgio Armani, a titan of elegance whose restrained aesthetic reshaped how the world dresses, has passed away at the age of 91, leaving behind a vast creative universe that extended far beyond clothing. His death on September 4,Continue reading “The Life and Legacy of Giorgio Armani”
The Most Glamorous Trattorias in Milan
Milan’s trattorias reveal a city where gastronomy and design are inseparable, where the dinner table becomes a stage for aesthetic performance
Italy in Highsmith’s Footsteps: A Ripleyesque Guide to La Dolce Vita
Anthony Minghella’s The Talented Mr. Ripley (1999), adapted from Patricia Highsmith’s novel, remains one of cinema’s most intoxicating portraits of Italy. Shot against the dazzling backdrops of Ischia, Procida, and the Amalfi Coast, the film is as much about setting as it is about identity — a world of sunlit villas, languid piazzas, and aContinue reading “Italy in Highsmith’s Footsteps: A Ripleyesque Guide to La Dolce Vita”
David Hockney: The Artist Who Made Modern Life Look Effortless
Few living artists have captured the spirit of modern life as vividly as David Hockney. Yorkshire-born, Los Angeles-made, Hockney transformed swimming pools, sunlit interiors, and intimate portraits into icons of art history. His works, defined by crystalline blues, acid yellows, and unflinching intimacy, stand at the intersection of fine art, architecture, and lifestyle — makingContinue reading “David Hockney: The Artist Who Made Modern Life Look Effortless”
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