The September Culture Guide
Fashion month transforms the world’s style capitals into epicenters of creativity and glamour that offer experiences beyond the runway.
Inside Kimberly Pirtle's Trinket Box
The Associate Vice President of Sotheby's invites us to her Manhattan office, revealing personal objects that connect her past, present, and a vision for her future.
Art Through Europe, Before It Slips Away
From Hockney’s luminous landscapes in Paris to Leigh Bowery’s vivid spectacle in London, six must-see exhibitions across Europe close in late August. A fleeting season of art, waiting to be wandered.
A Story Woven Into a Suite
Past and present intertwine in the storied Princess Grace Suite at Hôtel de Paris Monte-Carlo.
Alaïa’s Intimate Legacy: Couture and Community
In his Rue de Moussy atelier, Azzedine Alaïa created more than couture, he built a world of friendship and generosity that defines the fashion industry today.
Cocktail du Mois: Burnt Mandarin Negroni by Swans Bar
The traditional orange component of the cocktail gets a brilliant upgrade with the mandarin's distinctive sweetness.
Enrico Bernardo Teaches Us The Art of The Perfect Pairing Across The Mediterranean
The renowned sommelier shares his favorite wines from across the region—and the local dishes to enjoy with each one.
LETTER FROM THE EDITOR-IN-CHIEF
This magazine explores the journeys of those that created beauty and those whose beauty inspires us.
A Cinematic Collection of 11
Martine Assouline celebrates the release of Brigitte Bardot: Intimate with a curation of her favorite films, several of which star Bardot herself.
Turning Wanderlust into Art
The visual DNA of Assouline's celebrated Travel Series flows from one source: Martine Assouline's boundless creativity.
The Sustainable Heart of Iceland’s Blue Lagoon
The country’s famous geothermal spa is more than a stunning wellness destination—it’s a working model of sustainability, powered by renewable energy and driven by innovation.
Inside Joseph Altuzarra's Trinket Box
The fashion designer shares his most treasured pieces.
Five Fall Destinations For A Seasonal Escape
The new season brings a different kind of travel—one full of historic charm and celebration.
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.