World of Assouline
What We’re Gifting: The Assouline Team Holiday Edit
From New York, our team shares the Assouline books they’re giving this season and the ones topping their own wish list.
Lifestyle
An Italian Holiday, Curated by Valentina De Santis
The hotelier behind Passalacqua and Grand Hotel Tremezzo shares the seasonal pieces that capture the warmth and craftsmanship of Lake Como.
Travel
What's New On and Off Piste
Discover the new hotels, restaurants and high-speed lifts gracing the world’s most iconic ski destinations for the 2025/2026 season.
Culture
200 Years of Marchesi's Beloved Panettone
Embodying the lifestyle of Milan since 1824, the celebrated Pasticceria's Pastry Chef, Diego Crosara, discusses how he keeps the perfect balance between heritage and creativity.
Travel
Off-Season Splendor: 8 Underrated December Escapes
This holiday, skip the beach crowds and mile-long lift lines to dog sled in the arctic fjords of Norway, or watch lanterns light up the sky along the Mekong River in Laos. These hidden gems are worth celebrating.
Culture
The World of Jean-Michel Frank
Frank’s interiors possessed a quiet power, transforming space through restraint, proportion, and timeless elegance.
World of Assouline
A Night of Parisian Glamour in Greenwich Village
Darren Star and Lily Collins joined costume designer Marylin Fitoussi to celebrate the launch of Emily in Paris: The Fashion Guide.
LETTER FROM THE EDITOR-IN-CHIEF
This magazine explores the journeys of those that created beauty and those whose beauty inspires us.
Lifestyle
Inside the Assouline Lounge at Four Seasons Bosphorus
Designer and creative director Irem Kinay's latest project brings to life an intimate retreat where books, design, and conversation seamlessly converge.
Travel
Switzerland: A Journey for the Culturally Curious
Beyond popular spots like Gstaad and St. Moritz, Switzerland offers plenty of lesser-known places that are well worth exploring.
Culture
The Lasting Magic of The Nutcracker’s Costumes with Marc Happel
We spoke to New York City Ballet’s Director of Costumes about the tradition and artistry behind this year’s designs, and how to still make the iconic ballet come to life.
World of Assouline
Martine’s Book Club: Holiday Edition
This season, Culture Lounge Editor in Chief Martine shares her essential picks full of culture, fashion, and nostalgia, along with the newest additions to her library.
Travel
Room with a View: the Andean Explorer
Inside South America's first luxury sleeper train, the journey is all about discovery and connection.
Culture Lounge Podcast
Discover the Culture Lounge podcast, a curated sonic experience that brings together artists, visionaries, and tastemakers in conversation from around the world, curated by Alex Assouline.