Why fashion label Cos invests in the arts
The Swedish brand Cos, which is to fashion what Ikea is to furniture, does no traditional advertising. But it spends plenty aligning itself with art, design and architecture. Here's why.
This tiny, lolly-pink jeweller in Bondi has big plans
There's extension potential in Lucy Folk's fledgling beach brand.
From no credit to $350K turnover in 4 years
Toowoomba-born Caroline Fuss's fledgling New York label has its heart and soul in the developing world.
Which celebrities are best at shifting watches?
Does celebrity endorsement really sell more watches? You bet it does, says the head of Omega.
Why this Apple exec moved to high fashion
Rock'n'roll wunderkind Ian Rogers was right there when the internet upended the music industry. So what's he doing at French luxury conglomerate LVMH?
The Ingham family scion behind racehorse Winx
Chicken baron Bob Ingham raced plenty of winners over the decades. But his daughter might just overtake him with her part-ownership of Winx, one of the greatest racehorses Australia has produced.
How designers are disrupting their own craft
When the times are nuts, creatives respond in kind.
The ex-finance blokes now making bags for men
How do you look smart, yet not so smart that the client feels overcharged? These former Lazard employees reckon they've figured it out.
Want to succeed in fashion? Read philosophy
Bianca Spender was reading Jean-Paul Sartre when she was 10. Her latest favourite? Wabi-Sabi for Artists, Designers, Poets & Philosophers.
The designer reviving a posh British brand
Spaniard Johnny Coca, famous for creating the Céline bag, is now reinvigorating Mulberry, a brand so British the young royals are onto it.
3 firms bringing class to pre-mixed cocktails
Pre-mixed cocktails? Relax. They're nothing like the cheap tinnies of yesteryear.
The 3 best books this month: love and death
A thriller by Katie Kitamura, an argument for medically-assisted suicide, and insights into growing up an only child.
The chef who has mastered dining theatrics
Theatrics are a crucial ingredient for chefs like Chicago’s Grant Achatz.
Why global brand Stylebop lured this Aussie
Adding luxe sportswear to the Shopbop line-up is a natural step for Sneakerboy’s Chris Kyvetos.
What you missed: AFR Magazine's Arts issue
Here's a recap of The AFR Magazine's Art issue. What did you miss?
Who's making serious money from comedy
There's never been a better time to be hilarious. How comedians are turning good ideas into sustainable careers.
Why this global artist spent 'months failing'
Tracey Moffatt was Australia's most successful contemporary artist abroad before coming home in 2010. Now she's off again to represent Australia in the Venice Biennale.
Why Max Delany takes his dog to galleries
The artistic director of the Australian Centre for Contemporary Art, Max Delany, says his "spatially aware" dog gives him a friendly way to meet people.
Books the ABC's MD wants to see on screen
The head of the national broadcaster identifies the stories she'd love to see on screen - even if it's not on the ABC.
15 accessories that feel like wearable art
These accessories would look right at home in an art gallery.
Why these ballerinas became fashion models
Some Queensland Ballet dancers give modelling a whirl for our latest fashion shoot.
How this musicals maestro pursued mentors
Michael Cassel may fly under the radar but the musicals producer mentored by Harry M. Miller and Disney chieftains is fiercely ambitious.
Top 3 books of the month
Can a crime ever be morally justified? This and other big questions raised in these new releases.
The story behind Liz Taylor's love of bling
A new book traces the tales behind some of the world's most lusted-after jewels.
Queensland Ballet lures top choreographer
It didn't take Liam Scarlett long to realise that creating ballets rather than dancing in them would be his forte.
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