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The Super Bowl is upon us and everyone is talking about the halftime performance that Madonna will be putting on with Nicki Minaj and M.I.A. ‘Give Me All Your Luvin’ ‘ got it’s video release today to tempt us further and judging the way it plays out, the Super Bowl certainly inspired her…
It's the night of the year: no, not New Year's Eve, but the one in which real men gather to watch Super Bowl. For all the football addicted who didn't make it to the stadium and are enjoying it from the couch, here are 3 recipes by Gnam Box to give the US hamburger an Italian twist.
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5 songs to... bring on the Super Bowl
Apparently, the Super Bowl isn't only a chance for a pop singer to get on a stage with the whole US of A watching. No, it seems that there's also a certain amount of interest in a game of football (their football, you know, American football) that happens before and after the pop performance. Who knew?
| Feb 3, 2012 | Faces > Music |
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Sam Way: Channelling the dark side - Interview
The cheeky chap hailing from Devon, England, gave Swide something to smile about when he was caught backstage at the Men’s Dolce&Gabbana SS12 fashion show. From modelling to his skills in the kitchen, Sam Way charmed his way through our questions and here is what happened.
| Feb 3, 2012 | Faces > Celebrities |
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5 top February exhibitions by Swide
There is a whole world of options out there for art lovers. Swide picked for you 5 exhibitions you can't miss on February. Paris, London, New York, Berlin, Madrid… there are many chances to enjoy art. Every month Swide picks the most interesting exhibits worldwide for you.
| Feb 2, 2012 | Faces > Artists |
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Dolce & Gabbana take Berlin – 5 of the best
Berlin is the city that looks and feels like the capital of Europe. An old world history supports the modern avant-garde of contemporary art, fashion, theatre and performing arts. On the occasion of the opening the Dolce&Gabbana boutique, Swide has picked 5 places you can’t miss while visiting Berlin, the city where past and future converge.
| Feb 1, 2012 | Life > Travel |
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Waiting for her surprise Mr. Right: Kirsten Dunst
Leslye Headland’s ‘Bachelorette’ premiered at the Eccles Theatre during the Sundance Film Festival and it is trying to battle off comparisons to the amazing ‘Bridesmaids’. Relying on its darker tones to differentiate itself, Kirsten plays a mean, mean girl in the film, for whom love comes last, but in reality she is secretly waiting to be surprised by Mr. Right.
| Jan 31, 2012 | Faces > Celebrities |
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Adrien Brody: The urbane gentleman
Adrien Brody couldn’t be more New York if he tried. He epitomises the urbane sophisticated gentleman. Since establishing himself on the Hollywood A-List, Brody lives the life of a movie star. With constant speculation about who is or isn’t dating, Brody keeps everyone guessing. That’s part of his mystique, he’s a private guy, a committed actor and has a real artistic nature.
| Jan 26, 2012 | Faces > Celebrities |
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Ewan McGregor: The down-to-earth Gentleman
Ewan McGregor is not your average Hollywood star. Never one to play it safe with his choice of on-screen roles, he has appeared in everything from all-action mega blockbusters, Sci-Fi epics, to quirky, low budget art house productions and TV series and documentaries.
| Jan 26, 2012 | Faces > Celebrities |
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Vive La Revolution: Twizy takes back the streets
Is it a car? Is it a scooter? Well neither actually it is the Twizy from French car giant Renault. Renault has always had a reputation for innovation and with their much anticipated new world order of electric vehicles which includes the Twizy, the Fluence saloon, Kangoo van and Zoe micromini.
| Jan 26, 2012 | Life > Good(s) |
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Model Overdose: Boys behaving badly at DGFW13
Swide's cameras were on location as the boys of Dolce&Gabbana's Baroque Tailoring were preparing for the Fall/Winter 2013 show. What started off as a normal day backstage was soon taken over by the guys that get us blushing. Whether they were in hair&makeup or in the midst of changing, the male models couldn't help but get playful with the camera…
| Jan 25, 2012 | History > Behind The Seams |
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5 songs to… add a taste of the orient to your Friday
The advantage of living in a completely globalised and multicultural society is there's always an excuse to celebrate. Be it Hannukah, Christmas, New Year's Eve, St. Patrick's Day, Columbus Day or, in this week's case, the Chinese new year.
| Jan 27, 2012 | Faces > Music |
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Valentine’s day is without fail a holiday that means a lot to women. Even though its important to show her you love her and how much you care everyday, on Valentine’s day a special effort is required.
| Feb 2, 2012 | Style > Must Have
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Granted, Valentine’s Day tends to be a bigger deal for women than men, however, why not spoil your other half with some fashionable gifts that say: “ I love you and I know what looks good!”
| Feb 3, 2012 | Style > Must Have
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Sacrifice and discipline, sweat and toil: the new fragrance from Dolce&Gabbana The One Sport was inspired by an Olympic and classical vision of sport. This is the sumptuous spot shot by Mariano Vivanco featuring the magnificent Adam Senn.
| Feb 1, 2012 | Faces > Celebrities
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Soft, luxurious, sexy and risqué, leather is a favourite amongst designers and clients. For SS12 leather has seen a true resurgence. Interpreted both as a fashion forward alternative to the blazer or as a traditional casual staple, leather is at the centre of the Dolce&Gabbana menswear collection.
| Feb 1, 2012 | Style > Must Have
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Protagonist of latest Fox sit com New Girl, Zooey Deschanel strips of her bubbly, slightly geeky on screen persona on the February edition of Allure US.
| Feb 1, 2012 | Style > Press Cuttings
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Dolce&Gabbana have taken lace, that luxurious and traditional fabric, steeped in history and cultural relevance and made it their own. For years now, Dolce&Gabbana interpret lace with their signature imagination and irreverence, transforming it and making it fresh and relevant.
| Jan 31, 2012 | Style > Must Have
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The mood at the men’s shows was almost oxymoronic to the times. Luxury was the buzzword for the season. Exquisitely crafted suits, tailored coats, fur, cashmere and couture like detailing such as gold thread embroidery made a stark contrast the sombre economic mood.
| Jan 30, 2012 | Style > Moodboard
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The February Issue of Vogue Paris is jam packed full of spectacular shoots, and in particular there’s an egregious collaboration between some of the biggest names in fashion which showcases the best looks from SS12 collections.
| Jan 30, 2012 | Style > Press Cuttings
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Anna Dello Russo, creative consultant and editor at large of Vogue Nippon and star Italian fashion photographer Giampaolo Sgura and model Bianca Balti conquer Japan. As style weapons they used a Dolce&Gabbana boustier and choice pieces form the fine jewellery collection.
| Jan 26, 2012 | Style > Press Cuttings
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Why does Dolce&Gabbana not venture into the world of haute couture? This has long been a question on the fashion set’s lips. They have the craftsmanship, inventiveness and the loyal clientele. Well here is the next best thing.
| Jan 23, 2012 | Style > Must Have
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Southern Belle and America’s Sweetheart Reese Witherspoon, has embraced her new married life and a new look.
| Jan 24, 2012 | Style > Press Cuttings
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The Asian world is busy celebrating the Chinese New Year and welcoming the Year of the Dragon. The celebrations last for days on end, so there are plenty of occasions to show off those special occasion dresses.
| Jan 27, 2012 | Style > Look of the day
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Vogue US are fans of the Dolce&Gabbana Dolce Bag. For the February issue the bag features in two photo shoots in two of its incarnations.
| Jan 25, 2012 | Style > Press Cuttings
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In Brief
Jan 25, 2012
The world which revolves around the office is changing, and with that so is the dress code. With offices becoming increasingly less “stuffy” environments, office wear is adapting. Dolce&Gabbana have a fantastic understanding of what the young professionals want to wear, both at work and at play.
Jan 27, 2012
The Chinese New Year has started: here is what you need to know and what to eat to celebrate it properly
Jan 23, 2012
“The only one thing worse than being talked about is not being talked about,” so quipped Oscar Wilde. Well there’s no danger of that for Gossip Girl’s Blake Lively. It seems the gossip tables have turned on strawberry blonde beauty Miss Lively as she fuels the Internet with plenty to talk about.
Jan 23, 2012
Once upon a time a Chinese New Year’s celebration was a strange and exotic event but today it’s part of the everyday cultural landscape. China is exporting her culture and the world is welcoming the coming of the Dragon.
Jan 24, 2012
Getting a transition wardrobe right is tricky. Bright colours are hard to pull off because we still have that green-ish tinge of winter. But when Spring (at least the calendar spring) is at the door we have a wish to brighten up that wardrobe full of black, greys and browns.
Jan 14, 2012
This season its all about the coat. Classic, exquisitely embroidered or in the form of a cape- the coat is the item around which the Dolce&Gabbana FW13 world goes round.
Jan 24, 2012
When someone celebrates their birthday it usually all ‘me, me, me’, Alicia Keys, on the other hand, has taken the run-up to her 31st birthday in a more humble manner and as an opportunity to honour others.
Jan 21, 2012
Swide traces the historic steps of the symbol of the Renaissance, Leonardo Da Vinci, author of The Mona Lisa, The Last Supper, The Lady with the Ermine.
Jan 14, 2012
To the notes of La Donna è Mobile, from the Rigoletto sung by the great Pavarotti, models clad in the epitome of modern tailoring waltzed down the runway.
Nov 22, 2011
We have selected 12 stunning pieces of jewellery from the Dolce & Gabbana Jewellery collection which are tell-tale signs of the inspiration and themes of the fine jewellery line.
Nov 29, 2011
Dolce&Gabbana presents Dolce&Gabbana Jewellery video by Giampaolo Sgura starring Bianca Balti and Simone Nobili
Dec 3, 2011
Passion, tradition, craftsmanship: here is what’s behind Dolce&Gabbana Jewellery collection
Jan 23, 2012
For SS12, the Dolce&Gabbana e boutique has been totally updated. Swide presents the new key features.
Jan 12, 2012
Leandro Manuel Emede edited the short movie filmed during the shooting of Dolce&Gabbana SS/12 Man Campaign shot by Mariano Vivanco, a tribute to cinema italiano…
Jan 22, 2012
Are you a keen foodie but need a little help in the kitchen? Want to see how it's done through beautiful, no-fuss photography? And having these photographic recipes feature someone in the kitchen? Well, if this has already caught your attention, then Gnam Box has got something in store for you.
Jan 23, 2012
Swide meets up with Felicity Jones, new Dolce&Gabbana make up testimonial and protagonist of just released “Like Crazy”’, best film at the Sundance Festival.
Jul 20, 2011
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.
Jan 19, 2012
It’s La Ville Lumière turn to show off its menswear. But there is plenty to see off the catwalks too: paintings and much more are waiting in many Museums...
Jan 21, 2012
I am sure you have seen the Dolce & Gabbana F/W 2013 runway show already and I am happy to have seen River Delfin Viiperi, one of my favourite male models, in it. I was lucky enough to have the chance to ask him some questions regarding his modeling career before and during 2011. Today, I am happy to share this fun interview with you.
Jan 17, 2012
The red carpet rolled out yet again for the Annual Golden Globe Awards at the Beverly Hilton hotel in Los Angeles last night. Meryl Streep, Kelsey Grammer, Kate Winslet, George Clooney, Madonna and Woody Allen were amongst the winners at the coveted awards but it was the French silent movie, ‘The Artist’, that stole the show… as did Dolce&Gabbana.
Jan 18, 2012
Dakota Fanning makes the difficult transition from child star sweetheart to fully-fledged Hollywood movie star with effortless ease.