Nadya Toto’s latest designs explore the balance between fluidity and structure, where sculpted silhouettes and bold detailing come together in pieces that move with confidence and modern elegance. Q: Tell us about the inspiration behind this latest collection. A: My inspiration comes from my own roots this season. The southern light in Italy, when movement …
A story of personal freedom told with authentic Chanel style. Coco Chanel once remarked that “fashion is not something that exists in dresses only. Fashion is in the sky, in the street — fashion has to do with ideas, the way we live, what is happening.” For more than a hundred years after the founding …
“It really is meaningful to see the growth in our women’s community. It really is amazing.” Malta, a beautiful island nation in the Mediterranean full of culture, wonder, history and beauty, is unlike any other place on Earth. It is also like every other place on Earth because it has people — and where you …
“My work begins with fabric, treating fashion as a sculptural and kinetic exercise, but it is through this material exploration that cultural commentary emerges.” One of Malta’s foremost fashion artists, Luke Azzopardi creates luxury ready-to-wear, bridal wear and jewelry whose timeless elegance stems from his academic background in costume history. Azzopardi is a couturier and …
“This is the beauty of wine — it really represents the people who make it and the land upon which it is grown.” Wine lovers might not put Malta at the top of their favourites list, but that would be a mistake. Even non-connoisseurs know that producing good wine takes good soil and a great …
“Malta won’t hand you inspiration — it will challenge you to uncover it.” It is difficult to imagine any connection between the noise, dirt, dust and hard labour of a construction site to the peaceful, delicate and fine artistry of creating wearable art and fashion from paper and other recycled materials, but that is the …
“Our philosophy is timeless design rooted in Maltese culture and Mediterranean spirit.” Bringing forth creativity in harmony with innovation and tradition, the fashion designers’ bold designs reflect Malta’s history and geography, including its Baroque architecture and deep blue sea that surrounds the idyllic island nation. “We always start by respecting the foundations of fashion like …
Two masters of haute couture are presented in an exceptional double exhibition. Azzedine Alaïa started building a major archive of fashion early in his career, keeping it mostly to himself. He collected work from many of the most important designers in history, including Christian Dior, whose influence meant a lot to him. This new double …
Selected for collectors who value excellence, these stunning timepieces perfectly combine innovation, precision, and design. COMPLICATIONS Patek Philippe’s Complications showcase the house’s technical expertise: its elegant case conceals the intricate mechanisms that power its annual calendars and moon phases. www.patek.com GONDOLO The Gondolo’s stunning shine and classic dial proportions make it the essential dress watch …
Since 1958, Tom’s Place has been a leading retailer of designer men’s suits and accessories in Toronto’s Kensington Market. Founded by Hungarian immigrant William Mihalik, who arrived in 1956 with little money but a strong work ethic, the store began as a small second-hand shop. Today, the family business has evolved generation after generation while …
