Artists
Billboards with a voice
Mar 11, 2010We pass them everyday, but do billboards ever really "say" anything? They're constantly vying for our attention, urging us to buy something. Do billboards ever make us stop in our tracks and force us to think? MAK center is changing all that with their recent exhibition, “How many Billboards? Art in Stead”. Swide explores how L.A gets an artistic makeover. (> more)
Paris dances to the arty beat of Takeshi
Mar 10, 2010The Cartier Foundation in Paris has a knack for creating momentum: after the hit Murakami show back in 2002, a new Japanese artist is on the menu. This mischevious child at heart is no new kid on the block what with a massive following in his homecountry and across the world: meet Takeshi Kitano, the painter. (> more)
A peek into Purple Diary
Mar 8, 2010World-renowned for his rock 'n' roll lifestyle full of beautiful women and exclusive parties, Olivier Zahm offers a peek into his glamorous world with his Purple Diary exhibition at Parisian boutique Colette. Swide takes a look at the man behind the Ray-Ban aviators and why we're so fascinated by him. (> more)
Music
Space travel with Neon Indian
Mar 12, 2010Alan Paloma, better known as Neon Indian, has become a hands-down favourite amongst music bloggers everywhere since he released his first album, "Psychic Chasms" last October. He's returned to the music blogosphere with a new single that takes on an electronic, fun-filled, psychedelic.trip. (> more)
ElectricSlim shares his 'Big City' dreams
Mar 9, 2010Mainstream music is fine by us, but so much more can be said about an indie artist trying to make it in the industry. New artist, Electric Slim shares what it's been like for him to break into the dog-eat-dog music industry and what's driven him thus far. (> more)
Return of the Audio Bullys
Mar 5, 2010A clash of interests left electro duo, Audio Bullys less than pleased with their last album, “Generation”. Now returning from a four-year hiatus and following only their own advice, Audio Bully’s will be releasing a new album, “Higher than the Eiffel Tower”. From the sound of their latest release, “Only man”, Audio Bullys will be soon be winning back the hearts and ears of the fans that initially fell in love with them. (> more)
Celebrities
Dolce & Gabbana VIP Bryan Boy chats to Swide
Mar 10, 2010King of bloggers Bryan Boy sat on the Dolce & Gabbana throne and got chatting about his great friendship with Domenico and Stefano, his thoughts on the bloggers vs editors debate, why he is a Dolce & Gabbana girl at heart, and that fabulous fox jacket! (> more)
Has Ashley Greene left her heart in Milano?
Mar 10, 2010Ashley Greene was the toast of Milan when she attended the shows a couple of weeks ago; now back in her glamourous routine she seems to be displaying signs of missing the city's dolce vita... (> more)
Kaya Scodelario, the coming of age of a teenage icon
Mar 9, 2010The Skins-obsessed world has been following her character's antics for over three years now and the infatuation is as much with onscreen Effy as with hauntingly beautiful Kaya. And with more in store than raving in the woods these days... Is this the most exciting coming of age ever? (> more)
This year marks the 20th anniversary of Dolce & Gabbana's menswear. We are pleased to announce Another Man has joined the celebrations in releasing a short film featuring the brand's menswear, directed by Pierre Debusschere.
In the career landscape, fashion is something of a Liberty Island calling upon the poor, tired and huddled masses yearning to breathe Italian leather and hairspray. Once through the golden door of fashion though... is the grass really that much greener? Swide investigates a few of these fashionable professions. this week, the model dresser.
Chic Numéro is going a little feisty for this month's wet contest; no white t-shirts or cheap tarts, only the best in classic swimwear. Join in, pick your favourite!
No.447 in a limited series-For the girl with the soul of an artist, full of creativity and passion. She leaves her gallery exhibition looking just as divine as the art she displayed.
Swide brings you our top picks from D&G's S/S10 accessories. This season's goodies offer an array of colours for the ladies, and a mix of both urban and western styles for the men.
We all love a man in a great suit but our heads would definitely turn for a man in a great ski suit. Meet D&G's dreamboat for next winter: a suave James Bond on the slopes, always elegant but most importantly of all damn cheeky.
... and we're all invited! Swide and GQ joined forces to bring you an exclusive behind the scenes look at the party extravaganza. Orchestrated by Mariano Vivanco (who needs a DJ...), the bash saw our young models getting hyper... and closer as champagne flowed. Watch now!
A happy Swide managed to steal a moment with super-busy Tabitha backstage at Dolce & Gabbana; a Swide-favourite for her exquisite shoes, exquisite taste and exquisite beauty, she managed to charm us into stuttering our words no less... Those feline eyes!