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31th JULY 2011
All about Music for Dolce & Gabbana: FW 94-95 by Swide Team

Arts and Crafts according to the nineties. When it comes to fashion, it is hard not to associate it as a complementary measure to other artistic currents. Music? Lets Play.

Fashion Icon: A day in the shoes of Giovanna Battaglia by Swide Team

SWIDE EXCLUSIVE! An interview with the ultimate fashion royalty. A day in her exquisite shoes to find out more about the woman inside the stilettos.

30th JULY 2011
Mondo Trasho: When sabotage strikes by Ben Taylor

You know when your friend tells you to go out in pants that make you look fat (why I don’t wear pants or have any friends) or a coworker suggests you ask for a raise when they know the boss totally hates you (why I don’t have a job) or a bartender encourages you to drink something that has barely any alcohol in it (why I drink alone at home)?

Boys in the Band: The Exclusive Video Interviews by Ben Taylor

Here we have the video from the Boys in the Band Event where fashion and music truly fused together to create a one-off event that rocked the Dolce&Gabbana's SPIGA2 boutique and got people stopping in their tracks in one of the world's busiest fashion capitals, Milan!

AORTA: Wonderful photographic, sculptural stillness by Ben Taylor

Love at first sight was the phrase I used when I first looked at AORTA’s works. Marco Grizelij and Kristian Krän, the duo behind this group, have successfully created many remarkable images that are very dramatic. Today, It’s my pleasure to interview these two amazing talents on Swide.

29th JULY 2011
Mood Swings: Communication Cataclism by Ben Taylor

Our Mood Swings columnist, Andrea Ratti, considers the troubles of modern day communication and the panic that the lack of a beep or a vibrate from your phone can cause.

La Biennale: The Future of a Promise by Ben Taylor

The Future of a Promise is the largest Pan-Arab exhibition at this year’s Venice Biennale and brings together recent works and commissions by some of the foremost artists form the Arab World.

Beach Essentials: Gloss by Massimo Di Felice

Make up is a sort of safety net for women. Some of us don’t even go to buy milk without mascara, and the thought of being make-up free on the beach, as well as scantily clad, of course, is just terrifying. Can a little lippy solve the problem?

Emma Stone and her new found love of Spider-Man by Ben Taylor

Emma Stone was on Jay Leno this week promoting her three up and coming films and made time to nip down to Comic Con to discuss her love for all things Spider-man

28th JULY 2011
10 Outfits To Pack For Holidays by Massimo Di Felice

No.641 in a limited series - Ready for summer holidays? Here's what to pack up in your bag.

Music: Kurt Vile's video collaboration with Windows by Ben Taylor

Philadelphia native Kurt Vile has released the opening track to his LP ‘Smoke Ring for My Halo’, ‘Baby’s Arms’, which is supported by a video that was created as part of the Windows Phone Me series.

TOP 10 SPAs WORLDWIDE by Swide Team

Breathtaking views, exotic locations, state of the art treatments, what is more luxurious than a trip to an exclusive spa? Feel like a king or queen in one of these outrageous spas selected for you by the Swide team.

What Words Can Tell: Uncensored or Censored? by Swide Team

A CENSUS was taken by the Romans to assess tax potential; censere in Latin means "to tax" or "assess." Is my article an assessment or a free testament to words? Keep on reading...

Emmy Rossum: The Shameless star by Ben Taylor

Emmy Rossum may be a 'Shameless' star but admitted that she is tired of being asked about her nude scenes and told the panel at Comic-Con that she would rather be asked about anything else.

27th JULY 2011
Bjork: 'Crystalline' video reunites her with Michel Gondry by Ben Taylor

Bjork is back and those who were expecting another commercially charged attempt like the last LP had better listen up because she has drawn influences from nature, music and technology to bring you a concept that pushes her further than before.

Taylor Lautner at Comic-Con, San Diego by Ben Taylor

The Twilight stars were one of the main attractions (obviously) at this year's 42nd Comic-Con and Taylor Lautner was on hand to answer the questions at the Twilight Breaking Dawn: Part 1 panel.

Strike a Pose Boys: FW12 by Swide Team

This year you will look fit, fun, and smart. Sounds too good to be true? Leave it to the fashion collections and predictions.

26th JULY 2011
Justin Timberlake has Friends with Benefits. by Ben Taylor

Yes, you are reading that right and your eyes are not deceiving you! Justin Timberlake does has friends with benefits but, i'm sorry to say, his relaxed attitude with friendships is onscreen only.

The New Dolce Vita: A film portrait of the good life by Ben Taylor

What is The New Dolce Vita? It is an expression of life through the eyes of Andrea Ravieli and Enrico Costantini, two young men who live a life shared with friends that truly captures the good life in this the new era; The new Dolcevita.

Angelina Jolie: The Young Queen of Egypt. by Ben Taylor

Angelina Jolie was spotted in London going to the cinema and an aquarium with her children during a weekend break away from the Hills of Hollywood and the excitement that her new role as Cleopatra is creating.

25th JULY 2011
Olivia Wilde at the Cowboys and Aliens premier by Ben Taylor

Olivia Wilde shone like the star she is on the red carpet for the premier of ‘Cowboys and Aliens’ and informs The New York Times that she was brought up not to rely on looks.

Artist: JR, A photographer who believes art can change the world by Ben Taylor

JR's works are so striking that they almost materialize in front of you. The first time I found myself in front of the poster-sized white and black photo portraits by this 27 year old artist - whose real name remains unknown - I was speechless, overwhelmed by the power they exhaled: my nose up, the only thing I could see were gigantic eyes that stared at me from a wall, unfolding stories without using words.

Watch the D&G winter 2012 Video by Swide Team

Some wow and to woo men looks were sent down the catwalk, many were telling you to rap it and others to claim it.

Golden Rules FW 12 by D&G by Swide Team

What are the key trends and looks to jot down? This rainbowy proposal did give you a colour view of the cold season to come with a keyword to note: free style.

24th JULY 2011
Boardwalks and B'days by Andrea Ravieli & Enrico Costantini by Ben Taylor

The weekend has arrived, the call of the bars isn't tempting us and the summer is upon us. We want to relax. With a group of friends we relax on the board walks over looking the blue waters and decide to treat a friend to an impromptu birthday.

FW 96/97: Fellini - Le Notti di Cabiria by Swide Team

The designers are proclaimed the "Mix Masters of Fashion" and begin to flirt with the red carpet. FW 96/97 collection, shot by Steven Meisel, is a tribute to a casual sensuality, a tribute to the limits of sexiness.

23th JULY 2011
Beach Essentials by Massimo Di Felice

Perfectly manicured hands and feet are as essential to a confident you on the beach as a bikini line wax. So why not make a splash with the colourful nail polish range by Dolec&Gabbana Makeup?

Gary Fernández: Art is his stage. The impossible is real by Ben Taylor

Gary Fernández's whimsical and unpredictable illustration works have been stuck in my mind ever since I first saw them on his website.

22th JULY 2011
Scartlett Johansson- a vintage muse. by Ben Taylor

Scarlett’s luscious blonde locks, full lips, flawless skin and sensuous curves are reminiscent of another era.

Mood Swings: Street Stress by Ben Taylor

It is Friday and our Columnist, Andrea Ratti wants to talk to you about Street Stress. How you get around really tells a lot about yourself. Supposedly, walking should be a fairly easy task.

When you wish upon a star: Celebrity Style. by Ben Taylor

This summer has seen an influx of celebrities hitting the red carpets in stars and it is time that we rounded these lovely ladies up and see how we can steal their style.

Ladies in Leopard: How do you wear yours? by Ben Taylor

Take two household Hollywood names and a touch of feline femininity and the result? Proof that animal print can be worn to make any occasion that little bit more glamorous. Jessica Alba and Melanie Griffith take the lead.

Fashion Film Network by Ben Taylor

The Fashion Film Network is a blog dedicated to the promotion of the fashion film art movement worldwide. It compiles a weekly top 10 list of Fashion Films for the lovers of this industry. They consider adverts, music video, fashion video, film and other forms of moving image when compiling their top 10. Let’s take a look…

21th JULY 2011
(My) Books on the Beach by Swide Team

What will be sitting next to "my" sun chair next month? A very personal book list, sorry I am editing for me.

Hayley Atwell at the New York Screening of Captain America by Ben Taylor

The English actress is back on the silver screen in the new adaptation of Marvel’s hero in ‘Captain America: The First Avenger’ alongside Hollywood hunk Chris Evans.

Let's Glam The Party Up by Massimo Di Felice

No.640 in a limited series - Jamie had his birthday party all planned. The last detail was to make sure the girls would be dressed quite a lot with lots... lots of glamour. So he bought the whole D&G FW Pre-fall 11 collection.

20th JULY 2011
La Biennale: Christian Marclay by Ben Taylor

Swide mentioned Christian Marclay’s work earlier this summer and since then it has won the top Gold Lion prize at this year’s Venice Biennale. It is time to revisit his work and see what the fuss is about.

INTERVIEW Simone Nobili: the new up&coming male model star. by Ben Taylor

Meet a smart guy who wants to study psychology and who is taking the catwalks and magazines by storm. "I'm introverted, solitary and strange", he tells Swide. Let's see if we agree with him or if it is just a front that this hot new talent hides behind.

Naomi Campbell: The super'role'model by Ben Taylor

Naomi Campbell isn't only famed for her supermodel stardom, she is also known for her dedicated work with numerous charities and this week caught her handing over a big fat cheque in London.

19th JULY 2011
Music's ones to watch: Wu Lyf by Ben Taylor

Wu Lyf (pronounced Woo Life), which stands for World Unite! Lucifer Youth Foundation, released their album earlier this summer and has slowly lifted the shroud that hid the minds behind the music. Tipped as the UK's band of 2011 and gaining respect from around the world, are they more hype or hit?

Jennifer Lopez: The World’s Most Beautiful 2011 by Ben Taylor

It must feel pretty darn good when you are noted as one of People Magazine’s World’s Most Beautiful 2011, it must feel even better when things don’t seem to be going in your favour like Latino lovely Jennifer Lopez.

A Very Personal Diary Entry: Net-a-Porter/Mr Porter Party by Ben Taylor

July 14th 2011, London: Pixie Lott is wearing a white lace gown and sipping her drink with friends, David Gandy is talking to Yuri, I am distracted by my bow tie on my iphone's face-to-face, I am not sure about it, but Simona, the head of PR at Dolce&Gabbana reassures me: "You look hot".

18th JULY 2011
The Say Something or See Something project. by Ben Taylor

Digital media project by Eric Fischer uses data from Twitter and Flickr to create maps that show the activity produced by these sites around the world with captivating results.

The Bright New Future: D&G Must-Haves FW12 by Swide Team

Letter patterns are a must, choose to say it in black and white or upgrade your statement with the various colour options.

Master of Style: Colin McDowell on Italian Fashion by Ben Taylor

Swide spoke exclusively to the iconic fashion writer about this summer's must see fashion exhibition and his love of Italian style.

Rosie Huntington-Whiteley at Transformers 3 Premier, China by Ben Taylor

The Victoria's Secret model is fast becoming the Princess of premiers this summer, taking to the red carpets welcoming the celebrities to the new Transformers film around the world.

FW12 D&G is ready for School: The Alphabet by Yuri Ahn

Pop up into next season, the colors are bright, the prints are happy, the D&G woman is ready to take over a new wardrobe.

17th JULY 2011
Venice by Andrea Ravieli & Enrico Costantini by Ben Taylor

Last week we reminisced about our summer time in Barcelona. Here we are taking a break in Venice with our friends, basking in the sun and relaxing on the beach. Jealous?

Caught in the Net: Dolce & Gabbana's Cut on Fashion by Swide Team

Strike four for the Italian Maison: first lace, then leopard, we hear corsets, now it's nets. Ready to start fishing in the archives from some extra-sensual inspiration?

16th JULY 2011
Mondo Trasho: Police and thieves by Ben Taylor

This Website has been Temporarily Hijacked by the Milano Police Department and we need your help with an investigation.

Achraf Amiri: Gloom within the glamour. by Ben Taylor

Is your visionary sense ready to be challenged by some out of the blue illustration works? If so, this week’s feature is going to make you happy.

15th JULY 2011
Gothic twists at Kruisherenhotel in Maastricht, The Netherlands by Ben Taylor

Located in the heart of Maastricht lies a 15th century monastery whose Gothic exterior hides a sublime, sleek and luxurious interior. This amalgamation, which boasts innovative solutions that seem perfectly comfortable in their environment, can be found near the famous Vrijthof Square.

Mood swings: Dressing-room drama by Ben Taylor

Introducing Andrea Ratti! Our new columnist who is going to sharing his music selections every Friday evening with 'Moodswings', an article that proves that there is a song for every feeling. This week: Dressing-room Drama...

14th JULY 2011
The Museum of Modern Tweets by Ben Taylor

We all love it when we see our favourite celebrities tweeting random absurd comments and imagining what they hell they are up to. Well for those who lack an imagination let me introduce you to the Tweet Museum.

Pick Your Mr.Big by Massimo Di Felice

No.639 in a limited series - You've seen all the mess and stress Carrie's gone through with Mr.Big over the years, yet in the end they reached the happy ending. It's your turn now, pick your Mr.Big!

La Biennale: Anton Ginzburg by Ben Taylor

Anton Ginzburg is one of the few artists with a solo exhibit in Venice that can be found on two floors of the Palazzo Bollani. His work, At the Back of the North Wind, invites the public to explore the mythical land, Hyperborea.

Fashion’s Grip & Take on Women Writers by Swide Team

To this day, when I open Vogue and compare it with L’Uomo Vogue’s valuable content, I can’t but help feeling cheated. It was okay when I was 10, but now it isn’t anymore, I don’t need the drawings to understand.

Evan Rachel Wood at the Curb Your Enthusiasm Premier by Ben Taylor

Evan Rachel Wood is having a fantastic summer of style. She has got herself a new do and experimenting with her wardrobe resulting in a lot of heads turning her way.

13th JULY 2011
Your world wide editorial virtual boutique by Swide Team

DOLCEGABBANASTORE.com is online: all the collections and accessories in 7 languages, free shipping in 33 countries, accessible via computer, mobile and social networks.

Hot Topic: The Dolce & Gabbana Hotel by Ben Taylor

Are the rumours true? Is luxury about to get a makeover? Will the soap be leopard, the dinner wear with Sicilian lace bound within and silk sheet laden beds? Well, we conducted a consumer survey and asked the guests of the Dolce&Gabbana Menswear SS12 some important questions.

PressPausePlay: A film about hope, fear and digital culture by Ben Taylor

Has the digital revolution democratized the culture of creativity? And does this mean that we are able to access better art, film, music and literature or are drifting in a sea of white noise where true talent rarely rises above being classed as mediocre?

David Gandy is ready for bed!!! by Ben Taylor

The man of all men, David Gandy, has shown us a softer side this a week, a side with silk and polka dots, and made many dreams come true. David Gandy ready for bed.

Masculine or Feminine FW12: it's time to choose by Swide Team

We thus begin the official countdown to FW12. Still undecided whether you will go for your totally masculine appeal, mix, vary, or relentlessly choose to be a woman? Here are some inspirational looks, just in case.

12th JULY 2011
Music: The Young Professionals by Ben Taylor

The Young Professionals, or commonly known as TYP, have just released their new music video for this summer’s rework of D.I.S.C.O. and it is a must-see.

Video: Interview with Isaac Miller on Digital Media by Swide Team

Swide team met Isaac Miller from isaaclikes.com for an interview on digital media at the backstage of D&G Menswear SS 12.

Business of Fashion exclusive interview with Dolce & Gabbana by Swide Team

"From a close brand to an open brand". Imran Amed, founder of Business of Fashion, interviews Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana, discussing the digital strategies in the previous 5 years that have transformed Dolce&Gabbana from 'a "closed" brand to an "open" brand, where digital is now interwined into the DNA.'

Penelope Cruz on set for Woody Allen by Ben Taylor

The Spanish star was spotted in Rome on set for the new Woody Allen film, which is based on Giovanni Baccaccio's 'Decameron', a series known for its tales of love from the erotic to the tragic.

11th JULY 2011
Conversations with models: The D&G Show before and after by Ben Taylor

I’d harassed the models for long enough and now it was time for them to hit the runway and let the mayhem commence. With 20 minutes to go and last minute touch-ups being done, I was intrigued to find out how a model feels before and after a D&G fashion show.

Essen: a taste magazine by Ben Taylor

Fashion food is big news and we had some questions for online food magazine Essen to find out more about how they view these two worlds that don't always see eye to eye.

The Must-Haves for FW12: The Video by Swide Team

A guide to next winter’s style to understand the menswear Italian gurus that with no doubt know how to set the trends.

Peaches and Pixie Geldof at the Harry Potter Premier by Ben Taylor

This article’s title does sound like the name of a children’s fantasy book but this is not a figment of our imagination, the Geldof sisters, Peaches and Pixie, attended the premier of the new Harry Potter installment and seemingly did it solo.

FW12 Eccentrics Have Arrived by Swide Team

The board reads: Eccentric Tailoring. The Dolce&Gabbana Men Winter 2012 Collection's Must-Haves are about taking a plunge and letting your inner eccentric come out unexpectedly. Underline the word unexpected.

10th JULY 2011
Barcelona by Andrea Ravieli & Enrico Costantini by Swide Team

Summer's around the corner and we can't help but look back at how much fun we had in Barcelona. What're your plans this summer?

Chic Lady on the Aeolian Isles: DG Archive SS96 by Swide Team

Break free from minimalism. Dolce&Gabbana found the way to flirt with the minimalist trend and start a crescendo of mix and match. The perk? A style guide on how to behave on a glamorous vacation spot.

9th JULY 2011
Tea presents the food pyramid for alcoholics by Ben Taylor

In preparation for Summer I'm trying to slim down. I need some results and I need them FAST so I created a plan: The Summer 2011 Cocktail Crash Diet:

Ben Cornford: Fashion under a blue sky and lit by the sun by Ben Taylor

Ben Cornford is the latest fashion photographer I have discovered on the internet and his photography style is not something you will see often in this industry. Most of his photos are shot on location and the blue sky and bright sun has become the signature of his images.

8th JULY 2011
Dolce & Gabbana Ad Archive: Africa SS 05 by Massimo Di Felice

News of Richard Avedon's death reached Milan just as Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana were referencing the fashionable photographer's work for their 2005 spring/summer runway show.

A hidden heaven in Southern Utah. by Ben Taylor

It’s hot, dry, and arid and doesn’t exactly promote a life of luxury. Take a closer look at the seemingly barren lands of Southern Utah and it is heaven, not hell, that you find.

7th JULY 2011
Music take 2! Swide's New Summer Sounds by Ben Taylor

Last week Swide presented you with the Classic sounds of Summer, this week we’ll be introducing you to some artists who are bringing the noise this year and some old tunes with a new twist.

My Secret Eyes inside Dolce & Gabbana by Massimo Di Felice

Swide.com’s editor in chief tells what it means to have access to the glamorous maison’s Top Secret info.

Jessica Alba and Lily Allen Encourage Curves! by Ben Taylor

They are from different parts of the world and their paths never cross, but these two celebrities have something very special in common. They are mums to be and proud of their baby bumps.

TS Eliot, my friend, on iPad by Swide Team

“In all these years, I had only one wish: that writers reached celebrity status, my imagination went as far as becoming the director of Vogue and having only artists and writers on the covers. Careful what you wish for.”

6th JULY 2011
Artist: Phillip Butah with Ed Sheeran by Ben Taylor

Phillip Butah has lent his skills in collaboration with Ed Sheeran’s music project entitled “No.5 Collaborations Project” and has captured the young musicians shy side.

Julia Roberts graces the cover of W Magazine by Ben Taylor

One of Hollywoods' leading ladies takes the time to speak to W Magazine about her relationship with film and her private life.

Lily Allen in Elle UK by Ben Taylor

She is no stranger to front covers but this time Lily Allen is teaming class with some modern sass on the front cover of Elle UK's August edition.

A quick talk with Elmgreen & Dragset by Swide Team

This has been a full month for contemporary art around Europe: from the Venice Biennal, to Art Basel, probably you've been missing a smaller but really interesting event, that's happening in Rotterdam, until September 25th.

5th JULY 2011
TRAILER: Showdown Between Masculine & Feminine by Swide Team

A few shots that leave us with a sense of bewildered excitement that might come as no surprise in front of anything new and done with mastery by Steven Klein.

Jaume Plensa: The Yorkshire Sculpture Park, England. by Ben Taylor

Large-scale human forms surreptitiously dot the landscape of the Yorkshir Sculpture Park in Jaume Plensa’s first major UK exhibition.

Chace Crawford inspired by Matthew Morrison by Ben Taylor

The gates were opened to Elton John's Old Windsor home for the 13th Annual White Ties and Tiaras Ball for the Elton John Aids Foundation. Chace Crawford was there and bumped into a certain someone who inspired his career.

Storyboard for Florrie's I Took A Little Something by Swide Team

We've received a lot of emails from our readers who were curious about all the styling details of Florrie's 'I Took A Little Something' video, directed by Justin Wu. So we decided to share a small storyboard with you, explaining how to mix and match Dolce&Gabbana pieces from the video.

4th JULY 2011
Video: D&G FW 2012 Campaign by Swide Team

The colors are bright, the prints are happy: let the alphabet do the talking.

Katy Perry: Out and About in NYC by Ben Taylor

Katy and her husband, Russell Brand, were seen taking a stroll around NYC and Katy even showed us how to ride a bike when wearing lace.

Julija Steponaviciute explains it all. by Ben Taylor

The young Lithuanian lady tells you what is like being a model at 17 and what she really thinks of the fashion world.

Alexandra Burke loves London by Ben Taylor

The gorgeous Xfactor winner was spotted at the big events in London last weekend. It is clear that Alexandra Burke loves London.

Light & About: Beachwear Ultimate Escape by Swide Team

Blinded by prints? It's time to rock the Vichy, the Hawaiian, and some flowers.

Spring Summer 2012 Men's Trends by Swide Team

A true sense of enthusiasm about fashion was palpable during Milan/Paris menswear ss12 collections.

3rd JULY 2011
Neon Night: Show the girl some manners by Ben Taylor

No.637 in a limited series -She stormed the dance floor as Icona Pop and charmed you with her silent grooves. You are captivated by her beauty and you want to know her name. But this isn't any girl. She is Neon Night.

Show Time by Andrea Ravieli & Enrico Costantini by Swide Team

Some of our shots from our arrival to the Dolce&Gabbana fashion show.

2nd JULY 2011
MONDO TRASHO: Beached by Swide Team

My friends asked me to come to the beach tomorrow and obviously I was all "why the hell would I do that" until on my way home it started hailing (apocalypse) and I realized I need to get out of this goddamn city, even if it means getting sand in my butt.

Massimo Gammacurta: Prodcut photos with personality by Swide Team

Massimo Gammacurta is one of the product photographers I truly admire in these recent years. His product photos are always so creative and unique to a point they will forever stick in your mind.

1st JULY 2011
Icona Pop: she was deciding what to wear, when... by Ben Taylor

No.636 in a limited series - She was deciding what to wear to the disco when the music caught her attention. The electro synths, the crunching beats and the neon crashes inspired her to do it Icona Pop style.

Dolce&Gabbana Signature Series: The Lace by Swide Team

"Lace is as much about the space between the threads as it is about the threads themselves." And don’t Dolce & Gabbana know it.

An introduction to the artist, Fabio Cinti by Ben Taylor

It isn’t very often that you find an artist who inspires you in more way than one way. Enter Fabio Cinti; an artist as much as he is a musician and I got to ask him a few questions.