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30th APRIL 2011
Hollywood Nails by Swide Team

This Spring Break I wanted to go to Sardinia until I realized that would ruin my plan of spending two weeks eating Fried Chicken.

29th APRIL 2011
Diego Fragoso's Modelling Diary by Yuri Ahn

No.618 in a limited series - Diego Fragoso looks like a coverboy even in his daily routine.

Italian Girl In New York: Shopping Tips by Swide Team

So I guess I'm gonna tell you everything about New York shopping!

Nico Vascellari and his blonde archive by Swide Team

Nico Vascellari, young Italian artist living between NYC and Vittorio Veneto (TV), seems to have found his own way to keep “his” images with him.

28th APRIL 2011
Florrie - 'Begging Me' Video Launch by Swide Team

Here's the new video of Florrie, 'Begging Me' shot by Price James.

Good Morning Call with David Gandy by Swide Team

David Gandy poses for Vogue Hommes International. Posing on a big white yacht, he gets us all daydreaming about summer time.

Who wants to go fishing with him? by Yuri Ahn

No.617 in a limited series - This is you, the male Swide reader. No?

Ryan Rader: Searching for the abstract in nature by Swide Team

Ever since I became a contributor to Swide, I have had the pleasure to introduce some very talented fashion photographers and illustrators to the Swide readers.

The Beautiful decline…in a relationship by Swide Team

It was a beautiful end to the day. I had attended the NARS cosmetics press day and was on a make up high as I left with goodie bag of Illuminator and Primer in hand.

Five tips for wearing multiple bracelets by Swide Team

Taylor Conzelman writes: In real life, however, bracelet organization can be tricky. How does one configure them?

27th APRIL 2011
Amanda Seyfried's remark on Justin Timberlake by Swide Team

Amanda Seyfried confesses the best Hollywood kissers in April 2011 issue of ELLE US. 

Is this a classic or a trend? by Swide Team

As each season comes upon us, my mission as a stylist is to not only source wearable trends but syphon out the classics from within those trends.

Coloring Your World: The Psychology of Color by Swide Team

Many people might not realize that the color of their walls may be greatly affecting their mood. Color has very strong ties to how a person feels and it is important to know a few basics about the psychology of color.

Italian Girl in New York: Survival Guide by Swide Team

Ed Westwick? Check. Anna Sui? Check. High heels? Check. Hello New York Fashion Week! Francesca continues...

26th APRIL 2011
Elle Spain vs Elle Russia: The Cover Match by Swide Team

Hana Soukupova on Elle Spain and Bar Rafaeli on Elle Russia: both in Dolce&Gabbana, which one do you prefer?

Fani Xenophontos takes over Spiga2 with her Must-Haves by Yuri Ahn

After all they gave her a nickname after the boutique's bestseller "La Camicia Bianca".

Sssh... Guess which celebrity this is? by Yuri Ahn

No.616 in a limited series - XXX is a well-known celebrity that asked Yuri Ahn, Fashion Editor of Swide, how she should dress up for her relax weekend in Capri.

Put Your Best Face Forward by Jean Greige by Swide Team

I have never been one of those girls who does not need makeup. On the contrary, I feel somewhat addicted to makeup. Seeing myself without it can send me shrieking in terror.

Ad Flashback: Fall/Winter 1992/1993 'The Trip' by Swide Team

“The Trip”: Kate Moss, Nadia Auermann, Jane Powers, Meghan Douglas, Susan Holmes, Tyra Banks, Angelika Kallio, Guinevere Van Seenus, Carla Bruni...

25th APRIL 2011
Paradise on earth: Dinning at Amanpuri Resort,Thailand by Swide Team

On the Thai island of Phuket, one of the most unforgettable sites is the tranquil and remote holiday resort of Amanpuri.

Italian Girl In New York: Life of a Fashion PR by Swide Team

Clean the Tommy's binder, replace them with the Wang's papers, rush to the show, change my shoes in the cab, get back to the office because I forgot the seating charts, and always keep smiling.

A day in Southern France by Yuri Ahn

Oh la joie de vivre! Prints do make us happy, but even more so if we can play and work out in the sun.

London's Hottest Tastemakers by Nik Thakkar by Swide Team

Where do all the breakthrough fashion designers party? What are the hottest tracks of the season? Who are the coolest photographers to get snapped by? What “it”-crowd to be seen with?

24th APRIL 2011
Happy Easter with My Russian Doll by Swide Team

A Girl Gone Swide has forgotten her Russian Doll all alone in the office during Easter. So she asks the janitor for help!

Orient-Express F/W 93/94 by Yuri Ahn

Something was shifting either across the continents or on the runways. Trends versus style were having a debacle to the last pin. Time for Balkan warrior dolls shot by Steven Meisel.

23th APRIL 2011
Naomi goes Animalier in High Resolution by Swide Team

Ad mania part one. If you can't date Naomi what could be your resolution? Well, a high resolution image.

A Night At Mucca by Andrea Ravieli & Enrico Costantini by Swide Team

Finally we're together once again, after a week of work and study... In Rome, Friday Night belonds to Mucca.

Fly With Style: Victoria Beckham, Lady Gaga, Von Teese by Swide Team

I'm obsessed with airports. Here's how to fly with style...

22th APRIL 2011
French 101: Juliette Binoche & Charm by Swide Team

Spotted at the 25th Annual Molière Theatre Awards: Juliette Binoche. What happens when you only get to see your favourite star at exceptional events?

Share “ungheresi” now for a better world? by Swide Team

With cloud computing we have the opportunity to become the contributors of a new world in which human beings could work together.

¡Al Fin Niña! (Finally a Girl!) For Victoria Beckham by Swide Team

In Spanish it sounds more like we are announcing the birth of the "infanta", the princess. Spain loves Victoria Beckham as shown by Spanish Marie Claire's April issue. So what will the name of the little Beckham Princess be?

Emma's A Grandmother by Yuri Ahn

No.615 in a limited series - Meet Emma. She is a grandmother with 4 granchildren waiting for Kinder Surprises at home.

Pretty Little Dresses by Swide Team

Choose your own summer dress; every year we are on the look out for the most important item of all: the sun dress.

21th APRIL 2011
Travel Tips For Exotic Lovers: Soneva Kiri by Swide Team

Sixty minutes flight from Bangkok and you can enjoy the lush and luxurious freedom of Soneva Kiri. The Koh Kood island based resort is the perfect escape from a hectic life and a delight for sophisticated palates.

The Stars Shine in Moscow for Dolce & Gabbana by Swide Team

The Italian Embassy turned our heads into swirling stars: literally. Both Swide, OK! Russia, and Hello Russia, reported on the glamorous dinner. From Russia with Love.

Tatiana Is An Aspiring Blogger by Yuri Ahn

No.614 in a limited series -Tatiana is an aspiring blogger, or she claims to be so.

20th APRIL 2011
Bacco, Bacchus, Vino: Vinitaly's Exceptional Case by Swide Team

What makes a wine fair a success? Not too many of us wine lovers ever spent a thought thinking on how our wine-habit was well-provided for. The recent Vinitaly wine fair in Verona was an exceptional gathering both for final consumers and operators alike.

Way to be Elegant by Swide Team

Suit up in black and white and discover there is more to elegance than tailoring.

Double Breasted is Key by Yuri Ahn

A new direction for the Summer: the Double Breasted jacket. It can swing in a plethora of ways: classic, boyish, edgy. Take a look and fit yours.

19th APRIL 2011
BZZ the new buzz in Fashion by Yuri Ahn

Spiga2 SS11 collection, Designer Davide Bazzeria, brand BZZ. Ready to meet your must-have accessory? When accessories become garments.

Elizabeth Hurley's Reality Walk in New York by Swide Team

No need to be sad because Elizabeth Hurley's reality show has been postponed. Spotted: the next Wonder Woman stepping out of a brown stone in New York.

Playboy: Clemente Russo the Real Italian Boxer by Swide Team

Playboy Italia, April 2011. Clemente Russo the infamous Dolce&Gabbana Milano Thunder Italian Boxing Team boxer shows us what he's got. On the ring and on set. Next? A movie adaption of Roberto Saviano's short story.

Barbie Makeover with Anna Dello Russo by Swide Team

What happens when MAGIA 2000 turns a fashion icon like Anna Dello Russo into a classic like Barbie?

Polly Borland's Portrait Exposure by Swide Team

"Smudge": a portrait collection by Polly Borland. Do we really need to know who we are taking the picture of? Stand still.

Any tips on getting the best tan? by Yuri Ahn

No.613 in a limited series - Paul has white skin. His friends call him Casper The Friendly Ghost. Yet he has a mission: he'll be darker than a starless night. But how?

18th APRIL 2011
An hour in New York and What's on Top of My Head? by Swide Team

If you had an hour or two to spare in New York and were in a hurry head to the High Line, either sit on top or under, it depends. New York's unexpected skyline takes turns.

Katy Perry's Picnic at Coachella by Swide Team

Indio, California. Spotted Katy Perry in a flapper mood, on the way to a picnic, listening to the concert, getting married?

Please Help me Spend: A luxurious bet over the web by Swide Team

Gillian de Bono's bet continues over the web. The Editor in Chief of How to Spend it, Financial Times, defies recession and keeps influencing the money spenders.

Love your Macramé by Swide Team

Everyday in macramé: why not? Copy the look that is taking over SS11: macramé is this season's fabric and must.

It's Time to Resort your Look to Vichy by Yuri Ahn

Dreaming of a nice holiday? Take your dress fantasies to a resort and discover what this summer might have in serve for you: Vichy prints, Green grass, shorts and the perfect jacket.

17th APRIL 2011
The Reinvention of Corsetry: Fashion's Milestone by Yuri Ahn

Provocative, sexy, curve-enhancing corsetry has been at the core of Dolce&Gabbana's aesthetic since its launch back in the eighties. A collectible item, a feminine urge, a dream of shape, fabrics, and flexible to all imagination.

The New Dolce Vita by Andrea Ravieli & Enrico Costantini by Swide Team

We jump into the car to escape the hectic pace of a big city like Rome, chasing the first rays of spring sunshine...

It happens in the best offices: Lunch Stolen by Swide Team

If it happens in the best offices of the world, when you work in fashion you should take into account what's inside your lunch. To which I raise the question: do fashion people eat or don't?

16th APRIL 2011
Twitter Interview with Fashion Bloggers by Swide Team

Is twitter a friend or a foe? Swide interviewed the important bloggers behind Bryanboy, Chicmuse, The Glamourai, The Bag Hag, Music Fashion Art, Most Wanted Paris, Fashion Toast and Style Scrapbook.

PICNIC APOCALYPSE by Swide Team

Unfortunately picnics are hard to avoid, as even your "Alternative" friends get heat-stroked into Flower Children. Here's how to deal with this annoying trend without ruining your skirt or losing your friends.

The Future of Fashion is: Naked by Swide Team

No need to kill yourself over what next season might bring. Professor X from NewBumbleFin University warns against a major threat: climate change. Don't laugh, you might need to shed some skin, not pounds.

15th APRIL 2011
Happened at Spiga2: Milan Design Week with Artist Jaša by Swide Team

Slovenian artist Jaša crafts like a mad architect the boutique Spiga2, Milan, in occasion of Milan's Fuori Salone during Design Week. Meet the event and the artist.

Sultan's Elephant on Youtube by Swide Team

How to turn a city into a childlike state of mind. Itsnicethat.com reminds us just of that by taking inspiration from Royal Deluxe Theatre's larger than life's marionettes.

Italy: Fashion is an emotional phenomenon for the masses by Swide Team

Shoes and bags are favorite products. For 59% of respondents, fashion facilitates relationships. A new research on fashion consumers.

Is Paolo your next summer fling? by Yuri Ahn

No.612 in a limited series - Or the husband-to-be? He has a house in Como Lake and a lovely yacht. What does he look for in a girlfriend?

14th APRIL 2011
Feeling Beautiful with Lace's Tender Side by Swide Team

It's Spring, beside the floral outbursts and colourful prints, lace can also turn pop candy and bloomy. Vogue Italia's April 2011's section on Beauty shot by Ellen Von Unwerth is all about that lollipop spirit.

Nardjisse Ben Mebarek Interview on Mo(ts) de Mode by Swide Team

How to catch a blogger in Paris inside a "café" for a chat on digital media, brand webolution and the future of blogging.

Playing with Dolce & Gabbana on the Cover of Vogue by Swide Team

We already know what happens when all of the 2010 Vogue Covers get mixed together: a Holy Mysticism by LiveJournal user Shrubrub. So now, what happens when three different editions of Vogue portray the same dress on the cover?

What's your outfit like for this spring? by Yuri Ahn

No.611 in a limited series - Paul doesn't have a 'batmobile' but he has a wardrobe that is even more functional.

Love, Lust & Porn: Meet Barnaby Barford by Swide Team

Class of 1977, assistant lecturer at Central St Martins, a polite observer of human behavior through the delicate and disturbingly childish porcelains and ceramics. Love, Lust and Porn.

Marcus Kan Presents: Connie Lim by Swide Team

Connie Lim's dark and mysterious works have totally captured my eyes and I feel like I need to ask this fashion illustrator some question. I present you Connie Lim as this week’s featured artist.

13th APRIL 2011
Do you know who Christoph Schlingensief is? by Swide Team

You should. His art work spans over two decades, covering mainly the period after the Fall of the Wall of Berlin in 1989. Commissioned for the German Pavilion at the Venice Art Biennial, his recent passing raised a fundamental question about contemporary art.

Andrés Velencoso's Waistcoat Affair. by Swide Team

It takes a man with a waistcoat to date a star like Kylie Minogue. At least Another Man Magazine Uk seems to think so.

It Takes 14 Tattoos to Box: Domenico Valentino Style by Swide Team

Passionate followers of the Dolce&Gabbana Milano Thunder Italian Boxing Team: it's not just about the matches, as Il Giornale Italia's Style section shows: it's also a matter of wearing the right suit. Interview with Domenico Valentino.

Everyday Like David Gandy: the Look by Yuri Ahn

What best suits the famous male model? It's about being chic and carefree. Basics and classic colour combinations.

Twitter Pictures: Dolce&Gabbana Men FW 12 Campaign by Swide Team

As Steven Klein is busy shooting the Dolce&Gabbana Men FW 12 Campaign, Stefano Gabbana is busy taking backstage pictures with his mobile phone for his twitter. In NY, of course.

12th APRIL 2011
Italian Thinkers on the Net: Rivistastudio.com by Swide Team

New on the web and on the stands: an Italian enterprise. Federico Sarica and Alessandro Felice make a bet on intelligence.

Sorry If I Correct You: Clear Your Cyber Conscience by Swide Team

Icorrect.com: the new website to clear your name against accusations or wrong information. For everyone or for the likes of Kate Moss and Naomi Campbell only? There is a fee to pay for the blame.

Save The Date: Spiga 2, April 13th, TO BE MODERN BY JASA by Swide Team

Wednesday 13th April from 4pm to 9.30pm, Spiga2 will host an event for Salone Del Mobile 2011. You are invited.

Most Wanted: Blake Lively by Swide Team

Spotted: at Cinema Con, Las Vegas, promoting "Green Lantern", directed by Martin Campbell, alongside Ryan Reynolds, the sexiest man alive. More than clear facts, there is a bit of gossip coming from another director's way....

A Fashion Tribute to Japan: Marc Philippe Coudeyre by Yuri Ahn

The Must-Haves at Spiga2 take an interesting turn: Marc Philippe Coudeyre, first with his FW collection now SS, is giving into poetics. A collection inspired by the Japanese Koi fish.

Chantal Asks: 'How Many Guys Are There in A Rugby Team?' by Yuri Ahn

No.610 in a limited series - You remember Chantal? After her quite successful 'Victoria Beckham' moment, she decided to keep the same shades yet change the whole outfit.

The Delirium at GOLD: 'Beliebers' of Justin Bieber! VIDEO by Swide Team

What happens when the beliebers learn that Justin Bieber is in Milan, partying with Domenico Dolce & Stefano Gabbana at GOLD? We have the video.

11th APRIL 2011
Talented enough for Kylie? by Swide Team

Submit your t-shirt dream to talenthouse.com, see your design made by Dolce&Gabbana, worn by Kylie, and admired by all. There is still time!

Baby Baby Aw: Justin Bieber's Fan-atic Night by Swide Team

Where: Gold restaurant, Milan. Who: Justin Bieber, Stefano Gabbana, Domenico Dolce. What: Afterparty and Fans in delirium. Why: well never say never. When: Saturday April 9th, 2011.

Classic or Print? That is the question by Yuri Ahn

It's officially Springtime and we don't know if to celebrate with full blown prints or stay quiet still...

Prints & Décor: Sicilian Sensuality in Summer by Yuri Ahn

Take a white pure canvas and embellish it with the maximum amount of femininity. A borrowed hopechest as a wardrobe for the summer, delightful in its cuts and playful transparencies.

10th APRIL 2011
Thank you Justin Bieber, apparently I am too old by Swide Team

A mother in distress accompanied her daughter to the Justin Bieber "outside fans" party. A letter of complaint or a ticket to the next gig?

Bohemian Rapsody: 1993 Dolce&Gabbana by Yuri Ahn

It was the year of Madonna's Sex Book Tour, the year of Erotica. It was the year fashion conscious teenagers from all over the world reading Vogue wore cloche velvet hats and put on heavy seventies make-up...

8th APRIL 2011
Date Lying 101 by Swide Team

Like Diet Coke and Pleather, lying is essential to life.

Justin Bieber Fans Write to Dolce&Gabbana by Swide Team

We received an email that read: 'Dear Domenico & Stefano, we're Gaia, Giorgia and Veronica...' What was their wish?

Save The Date: PIUARCH invites you to OPEN HOUSE by Swide Team

Dolce & Gabbana open their Via Broggi quarters’ doors and presents Open House – Piuarch@Dolce & Gabbana to the public of the Fuorisalone.

Which jacket do you prefer for the weekend? by Yuri Ahn

Either with a white blouse or a black top underneath, a jacket is a must for this weekend.

Did you send your CV for the position 'BEST CLIENT' ? by Yuri Ahn

No.609 in a limited series - Meet Rita. She is a candidate for the best Dolce&Gabbana client.

Snow White Unplugged by Swide Team

It's Fairy Tale time. Take a seat back, relax, and listen to Snow White's birdlike song. Walt Disney's must-have cartoon.

7th APRIL 2011
Finding the new current of Illumination: 54th Venice Art Biennial by Swide Team

The 54th edition of the Venice Biennial, curated by Bice Curiger, is an “illuminated” answer to the deep urge for reality. It shows that global can also follow a current of its own and not get lost in the virtual and massive contamination of influences.

Dress me Up & Party: Video-Report by Swide Team

The Dress me Up event that took place in London also took by surprise many: Londoners really do know how to turn any happening into a gathering. ImagineFashion.com reports, we film.

Michael Sanderson: Parallels between fashion and video games by Swide Team

Marcus Kan continues his talent scouting: I still remembered when I first saw Michael Sanderson’s fashion illustrations, I was very attracted to them because of the fresh and creative drawing styles.

How much do we fear our brain? by Swide Team

How much do we trust our mind? How much are we ready to break all the alibis and the fear we created influenced by neuroscience and technology?

Where are you going this weekend? by Yuri Ahn

No.608 in a limited series - Hannah got her first pay-check this morning. Do you want to know what she did with it?

6th APRIL 2011
What were Domenico Dolce & Stefano Gabbana thinking? by Swide Team

ELLE UK takes us behind the scenes and shares the ideas behind Dolce&Gabbana's Spring Summer 2011 collection.

Fergie Plays with Toys and Alphabet by Swide Team

Two things have to be noted down from the Kids' Choice Awards 2011, Los Angeles. Stacy Ann Ferguson was there and the she made all the appropriate fashion statements.

Where the Heart Plays: Leo Messi "La Pulga" by Swide Team

April-Avril 2011, GQ magazine. Everyone loves a good story and Lionel "Leo" Messi certainly offers one for the ones in need of encouragement. No need to go over his story if not with Swide's exclusive coverage and GQ Spain and Italy.

Chic Waves into the Beach by Swide Team

Black is chic so is your beach side attire. You can try a mix of fabrics to add an edge. Linen and silk take the light aplomb you need.

Print Parade SS11: Floral, Exotic, Geometries & Stripes by Yuri Ahn

It's time to convert to prints. If up until now you swore you would never own a printed dress, think twice: you have no fashion choice.

5th APRIL 2011
Exclusive Susan Tabak Interview by Swide Team

Do you remember the time we were desperately seeking for Susan? Guess where we found her! In the VIP Room of Metropol, of course. Here's an exclusive interview...

A Backless World for Lamberto Petri's SS11 by Yuri Ahn

Designer Lambetro Petri showcases his SS11 Collection at Spiga2. The much anticipated return of the young designer after the success of the FW Collection, generates new must-have garments.

Strawberries, Champagne and a bit of sparkle... by Yuri Ahn

No.607 in a limited series - James, an ordinary guy. Or let's say, an ordinary guy with a new wardrobe, and a bag full of surprises.

4th APRIL 2011
Invitation for Justin Bieber After Party! by Swide Team

For all the 'beliebers' out there... Here's the invitation for Justin Bieber After Party! Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana invite you to celebrate his arrival in Milan.

Raptors, Birds, Horses: Anna-Wili's Paper World by Swide Team

Australian artist Anna-Wili Highfield takes art to a new dimension. Gone are the days of taxidermy, you can decorate your home like a zoo without causing harm. And it's art.

Uncovering the wild side of Detox by Swide Team

I feel so energetic I climbed up a tree during my lunch break. It must be all of those Time to Detox drinks. It's Tuesday and I am uncovering my into the wild side.

The Lowdown on Hercules' Cover Casting by Swide Team

Yes we know, Diego Fragoso won, we have been following each step of the making of the Hercules cover... Here are the hopeful (or now hopeless) Hercules wannabes confronted by the picky and perfection-glam Editors.

Yesterday, Today, Tomorrow, Sophia Loren in Red by Swide Team

Spotted: Sophia Loren carrying a Miss Sicily bag at Fiumicino airport, in Rome. What was with the red? An overall celebration, a tribute to herself. Yes, it's happening soon.

Holy Beauties: Elle Ukraine's Roman Spring by Swide Team

Elle Ukraine's April Issue takes over Rome. Rome's magic, sensual, and holy beauty. The imperial images stage a performance that vibrates through the echoes of consecration and sin.

A Fishermen's tale or a new Trouser Flare? by Yuri Ahn

Every change of wardrobe requires a new entry: the one and only. The Must or I die item of the season. One is prone to think men are exempted from this ritual but no need to fish too far...

3rd APRIL 2011
Fishermen Talking: Can we get the SS11 Collection? by Swide Team

Sicilian fishermen are feeling a bit left out. All those references to the sea, to fishing, to sun-tanned clothes...

2nd APRIL 2011
The Last Days of Chapati: Detox by Swide Team

Chapati is my new friend-enemy. It's the snack that accompanies my afternoons. It's what makes this past week memorable. Detox is not something all humans can do.

Hip Hop Hooray by Swide Team

If you’ve lived in Milan, you’ve probably DJ’d. I got my first gig last summer, aka I put my iPod on shuffle and pretended to change blank CDs...

1st APRIL 2011
What a Turn Out: London Dress Me Up by Swide Team

On Thursday the 31st of March, Dolce&Gabbana's London store saw an unexpected party take place among bloggers, socialites, and celebrities.

Ivano Atzori: are we really friends on Facebook? by Swide Team

Self-representation is as much a crisis as is social presence. The Italian ex-graffiti artist leaves all friendship requests pending and fixes instead a real appointment to meet the potential friends in person.

Let the Urban Architects Speak: Cino Zucchi by Swide Team

At times, the world around you seems to be flourishing with architects. You shouldn't forget their crucial influence while stepping outside your town house. Architecture equals urban living: Cino Zucchi.

A White Macramé Dream by Yuri Ahn

If not a last minute shopping spree for a last minute wedding, it's a white macramé dream for the summer. Every summer needs a white dress.

Elvis Presley is Alive by Swide Team

John Lennon says it in the song "God": he doesn't believe in Elvis anymore. Was it the end of an era? Definitely not. The King Presley shows that idols last forever and so do our belief in them. 2011 Elvis Comeback.

Pamela Shops to Get The 'Auguste Abeliunait' Look by Yuri Ahn

No.606 in a limited series- Pamela had the credit card of her soon-to-be mother-in-law and the approval of her boyfriend for the shopping spree she was about to begin...

Aneta Kowalczyk: Magic found within the details by Swide Team

Aneta Kowalczyk is the latest photographer I have found on the web which her works have amazed me. At first glance, you might find the photos to be very normal. However...