On Books

Not only are British novelist Zadie Smith books a good read, the covers are also a visual pleasure. Brilliant.

Chez Diane

Diane von Furstenberg’s fashionable Manhattan penthouse is a relaxed yet opulent, live/work space in the Meatpacking District.

Her enticing adobe stars Franz West chairs, an Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann table, a Joan Miró etching, followed by a Francesco Clemente painting, a linen-draped pavilion made of bamboo and a freestanding teak tub -- just to name a few of her well chosen pieces.

Designed by the architecture firm WORKac.
Photos: Elizabeth Felicella
Source: Architectural Digest

Diane Loves the kids

By now, most of have may have already seen these gorgeous images from the highly anticipated GAP Kids x DVF collaboration which hit the stores earlier this month... Just in you case you haven't, peep the gorgeous lookbook featuring cute kids wearing bright colors, loud exciting patterns and more.

Make It Count

Can't wait...

Perfume Parcels

It is wise to choose your fragrance based on smell and season, however these perfume bundles below caught our eyes based solely on its delightful package. Now which collection to choose..?

1. Nana de Bary

Artist and designer Nana de Bary's own fragrance line is “dedicated to the goddess in every woman”. Choose between the beautifully illustrated Classic Pink, Bronze, Green Eau de Parfum.

Available exclusively at Liberty.

2. Nasomatto

The Amsterdam label, Nasomatto, crafts fragrances that proudly claim to evoke degrees of hysteria, stimulate irresponsible behaviour and elicit persuasion of utmost elegance and charm. Ummmm... yes, this is for the men.

3. Le Labo

 Apothecary-esque Le Labo's Santal 33 Perfume featured cardamom, iris, violet, ambrox, sandalwood, papyrus and cedar.  Bonus: it came with a personalised, custom label. Sadly this specific scent is no longer available exclusively through Colette.

Flowing Frocks

Unique poses and flowing dresses, which are part of photographer's Kristian Schuller signature style, capture the essence of movement and fashion.

Be in the Know

Feels like spring...

With spring just around the corner, Cecilia Paredes stunning, camouflaged self portraits have seduced us with wonder.

Cecilia Paredes was born in Lima, Peru, and currently lives and works between San Jose, Costa Rica and Philadelphia. Her artistic career began as a painter but her creative concepts evolved, revealing themselves first in three-dimensional objects, then through photography. This works is a series of self portraits where Paredes paints her own body to blend in with the background.

Wooden Lurve

We love these amazing wood signs hand-crafted in Minnesota by architectural designer William Dohman

Order yours on Dohman's Etsy store here.

Aurora Borealis

Get to know fresh talent Adeline Affre and her delicate bling. The 20 something french designer launched her jewelry brand in 2005 and she recently released her new collection of handmade goodies 'Aurore boréale'  available here.

Fly Away

...if you let yourself go, you just might fly...

Yummy Yoobi

Yoobi Sushi will be a new Japanese hand crafted seafood experience based in Soho, London serving temaki rolls and fresh sushi, eaten by hand from a cone in a restaurant. Can't wait... but in the meantime, I will venture Lexington Street in Soho for an afternoon of fishing. A bit confused? Click here for more info on how to get your free temaki. itadakimasu or bon appétit !

The name is derived from the word 'yubi' the Japanese word for fingers. The visual perfectly captures the essence of a brand which was inspired by trips to Rio, Tokyo and London. Our remit covers all aspects of the brand as it grows from packaging and menu displays to website and in-store signage. - ico design

 

More & More

Being two huge fans and supporters of all things AITF, we're very exciting to see this new collection of tees, crew neck sweaters (and totes) from the Paris-based brand!