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30th JUNE 2011
MUSIC! 10 classic tracks for your summer by Ben Taylor

It is Beach Week here at Swide and we have selected some classic tracks, old and new, to see you through these hot hot days that we have in the coming months. Bliss!

Men In Italy: Milano Portfolio by Ben Taylor

A project that captures the relationship between Milan and Men’s fashion through a new generation of photographers and stylists.

D&G Women's Beach Parade by Swide Team

How to be right on trend even at the beach? Be it leopard, be it vichy, it's all about the prints and the original shapes.

29th JUNE 2011
La Biennale: James Turrell by Ben Taylor

As we embrace the light of the sun American artist, James Turrell, lends his concerns with light and space to the Biennale of Venice this year and creates a work that captures the event’s title “ILLUMInations.”

Interview Exclusive: Icona Pop by Ben Taylor

New electro duo, Icona Pop, are gearing up to teach you some Manners with their debut single and they have an exclusive for you.

The Material Girl, Madonna, immortalized in comic form! by Ben Taylor

Madonna, the queen of reinvention, is doing it again and embracing her Material Girl alter ego once again… on paper.

The Body & The Beach: Men's Swimwear by Swide Team

Dolce&Gabbana's Swimwear Collection is ready to show off a man's assets (or in this case David Gandy's). Trunks, briefs, whichever way you like: ready to take the plunge?

28th JUNE 2011
The Top 10 Coolest Beaches 2011: Swide's guide by Ben Taylor

Summer has finally arrived and those months of working on the perfect beach body are about to pay off. We have the looks and the locations for this year’s best beaches and must have beachwear..

Conversations with Models: James Smith and Jack O’Hara by Ben Taylor

Backstage at the D&G SS12 Fashion show, I left Andre Ziehe in peace and took a moment to go to the makeup and changing area and as I was walking into the room Jack O’Hara and James Smith stopped me. What did they want?

Iconic Ice Cream. Who will you lick? by Ben Taylor

As if I need to remind you guys that Summer is well and truly here and we have found the perfect way to keep cool this summer. Iconic Ice Cream by Stoyn!

Beachwear Lowdown: Everything you Must-Have by Swide Team

What's in store or should we say what's on the beach for Dolce&Gabbana? From sundresses to swimming suits keep on reading...

27th JUNE 2011
Model Potential: your personal model scout. by Ben Taylor

So you’ve got the look, the style, the walk and the talk but do you really have what it takes to be a model? Model Potential is ready for your close up.

Your FW12 Must-Haves: The Video by Yuri Ahn

The mood of the collection, the trends to follow or to borrow. Two important elements intertwine, go hand in hand, or walk alone imbued by sensuality.

Blazing Beauty: By Bruno Mars, Alicia Keys and Clare Maguire. by Ben Taylor

Don’t get stuck in a rut when working white. Three of the finest musicians opted for white blazers last weekend as the signiature piece to their looks. Let's see what they did...

The Masculine & Feminine Game is On by Yuri Ahn

A star stuck combination, a playful and young mix and match, sequins, music notes, cuts and shiny brogues: a rocking party. Must-have.

26th JUNE 2011
Face of Lace: The Lady of the Night by Ben Taylor

Nighttime is a time for reflection and rest and it can also be a time for beauty. Meet the new face of lace who embraces the dark: Lady of the Night lace.

David Gandy Party by Andrea Ravieli & Enrico Costantini by Swide Team

Here's our favourite batch of pictures from Dolce&Gabbana's David Gandy Book Launch Party.

F/W 95/96: Inspiration Belle de Jour by Swide Team

"It was one of the most successful season's we'd ever had!" states the press release of the bourgeois-inspired collection. The sixties, the shapes, the balck-white, the luxurious textures... When chic meets sauvage.

25th JUNE 2011
My Date with David Gandy by Swide Team

Sit down because I have some news.

24th JUNE 2011
Hotel Grims Grenka in Oslo, Norway, blurs the lines. by Ben Taylor

Embracing natural light, modernity and tradition, the Hotel Grims Grenka has created a sensual and luxurious atmosphere in the heart of Olso that softens the lines of life.

Meet the peace makers: Nicki Minaj and Justin Bieber. by Ben Taylor

What is an award show without the stars and more importantly without the music? The BET awards have enlisted Justin Bieber and Nicki Minaj, who are spreading the peace.

Ashely Cole and the timeless hero. by Ben Taylor

We all have our heroes in life and sometimes we like to show our appreciation. It would appear that Ashley Cole has found the perfect mix between football, fashion and fan.

Interview with Silvia Emme on Sand Art by Swide Team

Here's an exclusive interview with the talented sand artist, Silvia Emme.

23th JUNE 2011
La Biennale: Navid Nuur by Ben Taylor

Navid Nuur has lent his creativity to the 54th Biennale in Venice and created two works inspired by the events strong thematic title ILLUMInations.

Skinny Trees wear Dolce & Gabbana by Ben Taylor

The lastest collection of knitwear is in and the city is the model. See who (or what) is wearing the fashion must haves from this last minute collection.

Boys in the Band: The Event by Ben Taylor

The corner of Via Spiga and Corso Venezia was brought to a stand still as the Boys in the Band took to the stage at Spiga2. We were there to see what went on and see what happens when music meets fashion for the first time.

Evan Rachel Wood at the True Blood Season 4 Premier by Ben Taylor

True Blood star Evan Rachel Wood got the chop and went pixie for the premier of True Blood Season 4 showing a new side to herself.

On the Track: Style Video by Swide Team

Ready GO! what to wear to be perfect on the track field?

22th JUNE 2011
Conversations with models: Andre Ziehe by Ben Taylor

Continuing from where I left off with the last Conversations with Models, Francisco Lachowski had just been whisked away for some last minute touch-ups and, five minutes later, his seat was taken by Andre Ziehe.

EXCLUSIVE VIDEO Florrie - I Took A Little Something by Swide Team

Here's the short movie directed by Justin Wu, starring Florrie with a new track off her latest EP: 'I Took A Little Something'.

21th JUNE 2011
Dolce & Gabbana is a family. by Ben Taylor

Monday 20th June was a very special and emotional day backstage at the D&G Menswear SS12 as it was the 25th birthday of handsome modeling twin brothers, Kevin and Jonathan Sampaio.

Moss makes makeup and bags herself some arm candy. by Ben Taylor

The British supermodel and muse of millions, Kate Moss, decided that she wasn’t working hard enough and has teamed up with Rimmel to try her hand at a makeup collection.

The Golden Couple turn the heat up. by Ben Taylor

2011's golden couple has melted the hearts of the world once again by taking to the stage together at the MuchMusic Video Awards. Justin Bieber and Selena Gomez's relationship is heating up right before our eyes.

On the Field: Style Video by Swide Team

Or at the Gym, get ready to look at best even in sweats.

20th JUNE 2011
Conversations with models: Francisco Lachowski by Ben Taylor

Backstage at the D&G Menswear SS12 I took the time to go beyond the questions and relax with some of the world’s most desired male models and let them decide which way the conversation flowed.

Hot-Talent Scouting: Tim Ruger & Sam Way by Swide Team

Spotted the hottest male models of the moment backstage. Together. If you haven't been on a model hunt lately, maybe it's time.

Social media etiquette from the stars. by Ben Taylor

Justin Bieber and Marg Helgenberger join the internet etiquette club and exchange words through the world’s social medias.

19th JUNE 2011
Pre-Show Diaries D&G SS12 Photo Preview by Swide Team

The D&G SS12 Menswear Show is quickly approaching: the first thing we want to know is the mood. We show you just enough not to ruin the surprise for when the gorgeous models take over.

Anna Dello Russo in Dolce & Gabbana for The New Dolcevita by Swide Team

We could not NOT just get a picture with the Editor At Large of Vogue Nippon, Anna Dello Russo.

Dolce&Gabbana SS 12 Backstage through the eyes of Pat McGrath by Swide Team

With a bit of glamour here and a bit of make up there, she turned the backstage from a model's playground into an orchestra of high fashion.

18th JUNE 2011
Conversations with models: Paolo Anchisi. by Ben Taylor

Whilst I was backstage amongst the frantic last minute preparations for the Dolce&Gabbana SS12 Menswear collection and pulling models to one side to ask them questions, I took a must needed time-out with Paolo Anchisi.

Dolce&Gabbana FW 12 Campaign Pictures by Swide Team

Which one is your favourite?

Your Girlfriend Won't Like This by Swide Team

Meet Miss Sicily... for men. How seductive is it to get your hands on your girlfriend's bestfriend?

Huffington Post Shares Domenico Dolce's Pictures by Swide Team

Exclusively shared on Huffington Post today, Domenico Dolce's pictures show us the real Dolce&Gabbana men in their god given sex appeal.

Watch the Dolce & Gabbana Men's Summer 2012 Show by Swide Team

It's about the nets. That's one thing we have clear for next SS12 in menswear. Start perforating without getting trapped in a fashion-net.

10Minutes by 10 Magazine with David Gandy by Swide Team

Sophia Neophitou has a ten minute talk with the uber Dolce&Gabbana model on his career and its celebration through a book for 10magazine.

Dolce & Gabbana SS12 Men's Press Conference on the Net by Swide Team

Minutes to go until the much anticipated show at Metropol, in Milan. It's about the net and the nets. Fashion and the Internet meet in an intriguing screenplay.

How To Date A Model by Swide Team

Picking up guys is hard enough in Milan but picking up models is harder.

17th JUNE 2011
Invitation to the D&G Menswear Fashion Show SS12 by Ben Taylor

It's time to take to the catwalk...

What did Domenico Dolce Shoot? by Swide Team

The million dollar question! Domenico Dolce gets behind the lens and takes pictures of the models wearing Dolce&Gabbana Men SS 12 collection.

New Designers Live @Spiga2: Boys in the Band by Ben Taylor

We know the sound: 8 designers will dress 6 musicians on June 19th at Spiga2. Now meet the designers, especially the new glorious menswear. Umit Benan, Mallu…

Tara Dougans: The unexpected of illustration by Swide Team

Tara Dougans is recently one of my favorite fashion illustrator at the moment. Her abstract illustration style is very unexpected, yet the images are always very attractive to look at.

Invitation to the Dolce&Gabbana Menswear Fashion Show SS12. by Swide Team

It's show time.

“Virtual Identities”, a reflection on digital culture. by Swide Team

I’ve had the opportunity to speak with the Director of CCCS and of this exhibition, Franziska Nori, one of the most relevant and young names in contemporary art, who’s been focusing her work over the years in digital art.

Joe Jonas: Goes out… on a school night! by Ben Taylor

Joe Jonas is a busy young man, creating mayhem wherever he goes, girls throw themselves at him and the boys want to be him. And apparently he still has time to relax with his friends… on school nights?

Tiki Party: Style Video by Swide Team

Follow the trend: a new kind of party? What to wear? Watch the Video.

16th JUNE 2011
Emma Watson casts a spell over Vogue US by Ben Taylor

No matter what this english rose does, the people can't help but fall under her spell.

SAVE THE DATE. Spiga2 June Sunday 19th. Boys in the Band. by Ben Taylor

It is time to save the date! To celebrate men's fashion week and new collections at Spiga2, 6 Male Musicians will "dress" up with 8 designers on Sunday June 19th. We have met the designers... now let's meet the boys.

La Biennale: Haroon Mirza by Ben Taylor

Haroon Mirza's piece wins him the Promising Young Artist award at this year's Biennale in Venice.

Taylor Swift: The body is a billboard... by Ben Taylor

The country singer attended the Country Music Awards and took to the stage and used music to express herself in more than one way.

Guys! Are you stuck in a style timewarp? by Ben Taylor

What to wear as each decade passes is part and parcel of the evolution of style. It’s essential to be aware so not to become confused or stuck as time goes by.

SS11 Goes Street: Style Video by Swide Team

Discover Dolce&Gabbana's streetwear appeal with the SS11 Collection. Watch the Video.

15th JUNE 2011
Smooth Moves and Piano Grooves. by Ben Taylor

Alicia Keys and Matthew Morrison divided the public on the evening of June 13th as they both took to the stage at separate venues across London. Strip backed R’n’B or showtunes?

Jessica is a true face of lace. by Ben Taylor

Jessica Alba: The glowing goddess of Hollywood becomes a face of lace.

All About SS11 Trends For Men by Swide Team

It's time to check your fashion IQ: what have you got right in your summer fashion list?

14th JUNE 2011
Model In Disguise by Yuri Ahn

No.634 in a limited series - He's a model in disguise. The name? Well, we know it but we won't tell.

One day with David Gandy... by Swide Team

Your dream's about to come true. Here's the schedule to get to know David Gandy... in person!

Hand on your hips if you like Kim! by Ben Taylor

Kim Kardashian in from the USA and stole the show at this year’s Glamour Women of the Year Awards in Britain.

A New Kind of Streetwear: Style Video by Swide Team

Discover the new additions to streetwear, get your fashion tips from the Video.

13th JUNE 2011
Mr. Schuester goes Solo! by Ben Taylor

T.V’s very own crooning teacher, Matthew Morrison, broke free from Glee and launched a solo album last month leaving his teaching at school and bringing his super hero chic to the masses.

Masculine & Feminine FW12 by Swide Team

It's not because of the chills we are getting in the old continent, it's just time to start talking about Fashion in the Fall, make some considerations, and decide which Dolce&Gabbana wardrobe to pick: after all we have two options. Either masculine or feminine.

12th JUNE 2011
Italian summer by Andrea Ravieli & Enrico Costantini by Swide Team

And off we went to the beach...

Back to Hollywood Glam: SS95 by Swide Team

One name: Helmut Newton. Influential, dominant, explosive. Dolce&Gabbana's Spring Summer 1995 Collection slammed the door on grunge and ran back to womanhood.

11th JUNE 2011
Tea in Biennale, Venice by Swide Team

My "five days in Venice" (link to Mondo Trasho "homeless in Venice") have turned into ten.

Work out under the sun: Style Video by Swide Team

Get your fashion tips for a great under the sun workout, the flowers, the garden, and your frilly utility wear.

Lace: Iconic, photogenic, a muse and timeless by Swide Team

Out of all the clothing materials in the world, I always find lace is a very interesting material, especially when its beauty is captured by photographers and illustrators.

10th JUNE 2011
La Biennale: Urs Fischer by Ben Taylor

Urs Fishcer’s exhibition at La Biennale transforms the banal into something captivating and beautifully destructive.

Victoria has secrets. Does Alessandra Ambrosio? by Ben Taylor

The Brazilian Top Model has packed up her pins and taken them to Miami on Victoria’s Secrets fifth Bombshell Summer Tour 2011. We are all aware that Victoria has secrets but what of Ambrosio? Well did you know she drove a pink scooter?

Taylor Lautner kissed by the Gentleman, Robert Pattinson. by Ben Taylor

Robert Pattinson steals a kiss from the hand of Taylor as Kristen Stewart watches on.

Emi Avora's Splendid Years by Swide Team

Somehow ironical that artist Emi Avora's "The Splendid Years" exhibition took place at the Apartment Gallery in Athens, Greece. The delicate decadence of her paintings and the soon to be launched Mir Fabergé Digital Art Magazine converge in a post-modernist depiction of interiors. How?

9th JUNE 2011
Florrie - Experimenting with Rugs by Swide Team

Florrie's glamorous new video with a new track off her upcoming EP!

Inspiration thrives through predetermined demolition. by Ben Taylor

Norwegian musicians Cold Mailman hooked up with director André Chocron for their new single “Time is of the Essence” and use buildings that have a brief future to change the Oslo skyline.

Red carpet rules. Respect or riot? by Ben Taylor

The 2011 MTV Movie Awards celebrates the talents of the acting world but it is also a chance to showcase the new talents. Enter Lily Collins, Elle Fanning, Rosie Huntington and (not so fresh) Taylor Lautner. Did they choose to respect or riot?

A taste of French sophistication in Mexico. by Ben Taylor

Take one affluent suburb, a dash of France’s beloved Macarons and a touch of Mexican Design et voila… or is that “y listo”?

Jordan's Front Row At The University by Yuri Ahn

No.633 in a limited series - With men's fashion week coming up, Jordan wanted to practice sitting in a front row during a fashion show. His classroom at the university was the perfect place for that.

Full on Bottoms for Men: Style Video by Swide Team

It's time to think seriously about our bottoms. Fold up your trousers, sport your shorts, find your own style for SS11.

8th JUNE 2011
Joe Jonas gets buff. Enough said. by Ben Taylor

The single is on the way, a video in the making and we are seeing more of him than ever and hold on... he's hot?

Origin of the Beginning by Ben Taylor

Dutch Artist Levi Van Veluw recalls his childhood in his life size installations.

Steal a kiss, get dissed and elbow your way to stardom! by Ben Taylor

Justin Bieber has been added to Eminem’s diss list but this hasn’t deterred him and his lady Selana Gomez from going public and getting a statement tattoo.

BÁSICO Hotel: Blending in never looked so good. by Ben Taylor

Just a few steps away from the Caribbean Sea in Playa del Carmen, Mexico, sits BÁSICO hotel. A hedonistic design haven that blurs the lines of industrial accents, exposure, contemporary thinking and Mexican spirit.

Do it like a dude, dress like a lady by Swide Team

Wintour damn it, who would have known that Jessie J hid an elegant lady under her fringe and heavy accessories?

Does size really matter? by Swide Team

Denial is what we women become experts at when it comes to our dress size. Some us just won’t face the facts – especially when we’ve put on weight.

7th JUNE 2011
Vogue UK Celebrating Dolce&Gabbana by Swide Team

Vogue Editor Alexandra Shulman hosted an intimate dinner to celebrate the talents of Domenico Dolce & Stefano Gabbana. Who were there in this star-lit dinner?

Stefano Gabbana's Nail Goes Animalier? by Swide Team

Call your manicurists, guys! Stefano Gabbana sets the new trend in town, during Vogue UK's dinner in London.

La Biennale: DROPSTUFF.eu by Ben Taylor

As part of our coverage of ILLUMInations; The 54th Biennale di Venice we, at Swide, have been lucky enough to interview René van Engelenburg of DROPSTUFF.eu, an Urban Screen Network for the Digital and Interactive Arts.

Polka-Dots: Style Video by Swide Team

Signature polka-dots: a ticket into the feminine world. Discover Spring Summer 2011 dresses and watch the style video.

Judy has good news! by Swide Team

No.632 in a limited series - She decided to meet her husband, Matthew, after work. Matthew thinks they are going for a drink, yet Judy knows better... She can't drink alcohol anymore. Why?

6th JUNE 2011
Alessandra Ambrosio reverses roles. by Ben Taylor

The roles reverse and the Miss Sicily bag gets star treatment as Alessandra Ambrosio decides that her bag is too good to carry her things.

Venetian Lace by Ben Taylor

Venice embraces lace.

Icona Pop. Listen and love. by Ben Taylor

Icona Pop are on the scene and getting the attention that they deserve.

In Love with Lace by Swide Team

Or so you must be if you go as far as using lace for sunglasses. A celebration of part of Dolce&Gabbana's DNA, Sicilian lace inserted in the eyewear frame. Lets take a look back at lace and its fashion power...

5th JUNE 2011
Swing by Andrea Ravieli & Enrico Costantini by Swide Team

A bit of nature and a bit of party... Then we all end up in a swing.

4th JUNE 2011
It's Not Personal, It's Business by Swide Team

My two biggest [only] fans are my Sister and my Mother.

Jennifer Lilya: Illustration that Rocks the Runaway by Swide Team

Her name is Jennifer Lilya and I am attracted to her “Rock the Runway” fashion illustration series. Without further ado, let’s read this interview I have with her for this week’s feature!

Elegant & Casual: Style Video by Swide Team

What's in store for fitted and young casual suits? Waistcoats, patent leather shoes? Watch the video to find out.

3rd JUNE 2011
Jason's Throwing a Garden Party by Yuri Ahn

No.631 in a limited series - A fake one! Wonder how? Come on inside.

2nd JUNE 2011
Who runs the world? by Yuri Ahn

No.630 in a limited series - We wouldn't know. But if you ask us what runs the fashion world, our answer is loud and clear: lace.

Garden Party: Style Video by Swide Team

Discover what a stylish garden party is all about. Watch the style video and find out all about the right prints and colours.

In Your Fridge by Stephanie de Rouge by Swide Team

I once had a colleague who used to stock her fridge with shoes. Not random ones though, she had a killer wardrobe, therefore they were killer heels that matched her outfits.

Domenico Dolce Quotes by Swide Team

Here are some of the inspirational quotes that I've collected from Domenico Dolce's interviews.

1st JUNE 2011
A born-cult: “Mamma Roma”, banned upon its release by Giuliano Federico

1962: one of the most talented Italian intellectuals meets one of the Divas of the Italian Cinema. As in all the best love stories, there’s a fight. The result of this war between Pier Paolo Pasolini and Anna Magnani, is Mamma Roma, an unforgettable experience, considered a cult. Any more reasons needed? Four more to come.

Dress Me Up Madrid - THE VIDEO by Swide Team

Here's the video of the event 'Dress Me Up' that we held in Madrid.

ILLUMInations: Venice Biennale is back. by Ben Taylor

Once again Venice opens its arms to the world of art and its followers and prepares itself for the streets to be tread by millions. With such little time who should make time to see? Swide has got that covered.

Give Your Miss Sicily A Break! by Swide Team

Get your Miss Sicily a ticket to Ibiza, she needs a bit of rest after that long winter. Don't you think you've used her enough, taking her out in every occasion in order to show off? Well, here are 3 beautiful shopping bags that might accompany you during this summer.

So 70s Inspired by Swide Team

Seventies chic is back, revisited, painted anew, sleek and sensual for Spring_Summer 2011.