If you think inflated plastic design is child's play, then think again. Blown up objects are back in art, design and architecture, and no-one's planning to deflate them anytime soon...

No. 244 in a limited series - refuse the picture postcard look with a holiday wardrobe that features retro prints.

They we were thinking it was just our shoulders that were supposed to be at right angles. Then we spotted Vogue Italia's recent beauty shoot and we realized make-up had to follow suit too.

Although you may think that fashion is all about pondering the exact shade of black there are occasions (besides sample sales) when we must move at the speed of light. Welcome to the world of e commerce.

No.233 in a limited series - Paris in the springtime was just an excuse quite frankly to go shopping.

If you've always wanted to join the mile high club but lacked the inclination or first class seats to get you in the mood, we've found just the ticket.

No.232 in a limited series - much as we love caftans and bikinis, too much of a good thing can bore anyone. Opt for a holiday in multiple weather zones for maximum wardrobe versatility.

For those of you planning a world trip, the UNESCO World Heritage Committee has thoughtfully just added 13 new sites to its list of cultural must-sees proving there is more to travel than Saint Tropez.

In our new Click Have video series we literally zoom in on the forthcoming pieces to invest in, taking you on a virtual visual journey to discover the fall's cult pieces.

It would appear that a summer holiday is not enough in glamour land. A growing trend in circles exhausted by life down the glitter face is to opt for a week's break prior to their official holiday. You have to be kidding?!

Summer's here, the yacht is waiting and so time to celebrate with some colour. Vogue Russia is our inspiration this week as their recent beauty shoot outlines the colour palette of the season.

No.231 in a limited series - to quote Rocky and of course this Dolce & Gabbana pre-fall 2009 sweatshirt - "there ain't going to be rematch". Life is much the same so ensure you're moment in the ring is a stylish one.

Actor Hugh Dancy poses as Oscar Wilde in the latest issue of BlackBook magazine and explains why, in his opinion, the writer is remarkable.

No.230 in a limited series - if you're need of some star power, think beyond the obvious silver and gold. Green will ensure you stand-out not decorate.

Much as we love being prepared for every occasion it's time to face the facts ladies, we're not Boy Scouts. There's no need to pack a sleeping bag for a day at the office. Opt for some ladylike glamour instead with this new Dolce & Gabbana refined handbag.

A drawback to mixing with A-listers is that sooner or later the desire to live an equally lavish lifestyle will hit home (or the rented studio). When this happens there's only one solution, an office lottery ticket.

No.227 in a limited series - leave the office treadmill and opt to see a different type of race.

No.226 in a limited series - not you of course. Ensure the audience instead is green with envy not only for your seats, but for your style too.

Deciding that the only realistic way to ensure a swift US economic recovery is through a rebranding scheme, the redesign of the iconic US Dollar began - Swide takes a look at the options.

It's more 1980's excess, as Dazed & Confused feature model Hana Soukopova shot by Jason Kibbler and styled by Karen Langley in an homage to Dutch designer Maria Blaisse.

Last week Dolce & Gabbana opened up its doors to the party set as it transformed itself into a club for one night only. Plus the occasion gave rise to our latest discovery, how to be in two places at once. Click here to find out how...

No.225 in a limited series - opt for a futuristic look to suit your cityscape.

In our new Click Have video series we literally zoom in on the forthcoming pieces to invest in, taking you on a virtual visual journey to discover the fall pieces only a click away.

Celebrating its 13th anniversary, Vogue Korea has opted for a supermodel party for it's July issue. Naomi Campbell, Eva Herzigova, and Claudia Schiffer headline the issue entitled Super Big 3.

No.224 in a limited series - As much he enjoyed the thrill of the chase he was content to conduct his chasing off the pitch and in the club bar.

Forget super yachts this summer and indulge in a journey with more charm on the Ariete Primo, a tug boat that's traveled the oceans of the world.

If you're bored of the high street and an everyday color palette, this coming fall will offer a burst of creativity from a selection of designers including Dolce & Gabbana who are determined to keep fashion in the spotlight for all the right reasons.

We're literally printing our shopping lists as we flick through the new August issues. New shoes, new coat, new bag and of course a dash of va va vroom.

No.221 in a limited series - an early evening cocktail and an English country garden. Let the merriment begin.

Refreshingly looking like a Hollywood heroine rather than Hollywood tabloid fodder - Lindsay shows the world what she's capable of as Spanish Vogue's latest cover star.

If you walked past a dry-cleaners and saw a t-shirt from Madonna's after show party hanging up in the window, would the thought of pretending to be the owner ever cross your mind...?

SHOWstudio.com, the fashion site that explores the creation of fashion imagery and run by uber-photographer Nick Knight has now taken a step further, opening a store where you can buy objects from fashion shoots.

Checked, denim, suede and leather - next season's D&G cowboy shirt is the piece to ensure a swagger in the style stakes. Swide explains how to walk into a saloon and look as if it you own it all.

One of our favorite actresses, Audrey Tautou shows off her natural gamine grace in the latest issue of Vogue U.K. The très chic shoot is photographed by Paolo Roversi and styled by Miranda Almond. J'adore.

In Swide's exclusive new video series we take an expert look at the pieces to invest in for the forthcoming fall/winter 2009 season. Our detailed video takes you up close and personal with the new D&G must-have pieces that are literally a click away.

There's nothing we like more than flipping through the pages of our favorite glossies scouting holiday destinations. We were set on Saint Tropez, then it was Capri and today's its Bangkok...

We love a party, but what we possibly love more are the poses. At a recent London party we noticed it was the clinking of cameras rather than ice-cubes that excited the fashion pack.

Now before we go any further - if you're looking for a rock and roll story, click away. In fact I was going to write about Madonna's after show party but then Mr.G beat me to it, no this is more of a professional story, and one I'd like your advice on...

No.217 in a limited series - it's fine to shop in pairs, but only if both of you have the same plan. Followers need not apply.

This is one little lady that is getting her fair share of press coverage and it looks as if it will stay that way as today's press report that The Harry Potter star has been handed a part in a Goth-inspired reworking of glass slipper fairytale Cinderella alongside Marilyn Manson.

When we heard news of a surreal trend heading its way to fashion-land this autumn, we though how very apt that surrealism had decided to show its distorted face. Proving that life in the office is already well ahead of trends we take an exaggerated peek at what could be fashion’s favorite trend.

Post-its are our saviors when we want to pretend we're very busy. We love scattering them around with important messages making us believe in our own self-importance.

Latin American singer Paulina Rubio has sold a startling sold 20 million albums worldwide. After a two-year absence, the pop diva Paulina Rubio is back on the scene with something unexpected...

The two keywords in the sailing world this summer are green and design. The latest super yachts are characterized by a strong focus on Eco-friendly issues whereas the more compact ones have a superb attention to design. For a shipshape look, head this way.

Roaming the streets of LA and the virtual world of twitter we look at what the intellectuals are cooling their heels with.

You know you need a summer holiday when even light fixtures look like beach balls. Conveniently however we've found a collection of beach ball lamps so we don't need to feel like desperate people anymore.

Next season, it's time to step up the act, smarten up your wardrobe and put forward a tough front in chic D&G fall/winter 2010 masculine tailoring. We show you how to achieve the look with military precision.

No.212 in a limited series - in life it's all about being versatile. If the bus doesn't turn up, take a helicopter. It's the same with fashion - add a scarf and you're a gent. Take it off and you're a rock star in waiting.

After we'd finished staring at Jesus Luz on the spring/summer 2010 Dolce & Gabbana catwalk we noticed the models were all holding onto something and it wasn't their stomachs. We investigate the new male clutch and who'll be wearing one next season.

The supermodel that got away has been brought back to the pages of Vogue Italia's latest edition courtesy of uber photographer Steven Meisel. A 31-page spread entitled "The Legend" showcases the 42-year-old fashion veteran.

There's nothing like the promise of quite literally dancing around handbags to bring out the British capital's finest. London's Dolce & Gabbana boutique will open its doors this evening to Little Boots, Gareth Pugh, Paloma Faith, The Noisettes, Kelly Rowland, David Gandy, Skin, and Goldfrapp amongst others with music from Roisin Murphy and DJ V.

We're ever so bored of hearing about the fifteen hours of sleep, and seven pots of cream we should apply at night. What happened to being dramatic, alluring, sensual and mysterious in the evening? Dolce & Gabbana's latest flash collection is bringing the glamour back.

Photographed by Mark Abrahams and featuring sultry actress Camilla Belle - the A-list star sets the record straight about her so-called relationship with Twilight's Robert Pattinson.

With the fashion powers that be informing their fashion public that anything sparkly should feature heavily in their scarily sounding trans-seasonal (?) wardrobes - we think we may just have got the message.

As we all know the office is a lot like school but without the option to leave at 4pm. As with all classroom situations this of course means some people get better marks than others. Planet DG is no different, except of course the staff are better dressed.

If you're still bearing the scars of a weekend's dancing - a new service that allows you to slip into something more comfortable could be heading to a dancefloor near you very soon.

Our personal mark of civilisation is the exact time if takes to get a taxi in a city at any given time. Although Manhattan is easy(ish), Milan possible with patience, and Paris perfectly fine except during fashion weeks, London may take the crown for the ability to now tweet a cab.

Dolce & Gabbana's S/S 2001 was an homage to one of the designer's favourite epochs and the collection that Madonna wore for her video, Don't Tell Me. It was also the moment of those infamous Kylie and Britney t-shirts.

The Dolce & Gabbana S/S 2010 collection showcased delux denim. A new style of jeans lined with silk pyjamas offers an all-new spin on fashion's favourite item.

There's nothing we like more than spotting a bit of frustration around and about a city. Courtesy of Mr Bingo and his Twitpics - we bring you metropolitan suffering direct to your desktop.

Its obvious spookiness aside - this swing lamp by BCXSY would look wonderful (and freak out the neighbours) in a spacious living room. Perfect for creating a feature inside a room and a guaranteed conversation starter for any drinks party.

You may never have given it much thought but when you upload photos to a sharing site, open multiple email accounts and log onto Twitter, an out-of-sight data centre somewhere is storing all this information. We investigate the hidden phenomenon called "the cloud".

It's not quite life on the open road, but if the thought of a summer without WIFI is giving you a rash - this could be your vehicle of choice.

Fame your face this summer and ensure you take centre stage with Dolce & Gabbana's spring/summer 2009 collection. Swide reveals the must-have styles to accompany your cocktail.

It's summer and so time to kick back and have some fun. Backstage at the spring/summer 2010 menswear shows, Swide asked the runway stars YOUR questions.

No.206 in a limited series - despite being in what could be one of the most elegant gardens she'd ever stepped foot in, she had no intention of losing her Pre-Fall outfit.

Although we see models striding down the catwalk, we did wonder what they actually wanted to wear when they weren't slinking down the runway. Direct from the SS10 Dolce & Gabbana menswear catwalk show we asked them to reveal the pieces their coveted pieces.

As we hurtle towards a green society we're convinced James Bond will be adding organic olives to his Martini and fighting the evils of carbon gasses in one of these little cars.

No.205 in a limited series - if it's a castaway holiday you're after but not necessarily it's style opt for a nautical look. This way, if you get bored of the company it's easier to sail away.

We understand completely the joy of gazing through tinted lenses at someone who's easy on the eye. Try turning the tables this summer and ensure you're the eye candy instead in this new collection of Dolce & Gabbana GYM sunglasses.