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Spiga 2: Introducing Arzu Kaprol
The Spiga 2 Dolce&Gabbana boutique is a launch platform for talented up and coming designers. For SS12, Dolce&Gabbana have selected an exciting collection of talented youngsters. Featured this week: Arzu Kaprol.
| Feb 7, 2012 | Faces > Artists
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Illustrative interpretations of Dolce & Gabbana’s SS12 Collection: Womenswear
My last publication revealed the illustrations of the Dolce&Gabbana's SS12 Men's collection that were done exclusively for Swide. This week I want to share the beautiful work that has been crafted for you, inspired by Dolce&Gabbana SS12 Women's collection.
| Feb 6, 2012 | Faces > Artists
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Meeting Terry O'neill - An Iconic Photographer in London
Recently, I had the absolute honour to interview famous Londoner and iconic photographer Terry O’Neill at his office in Mayfair. He has captured icons of royalty, film, music and politics over the last 50 years; Frank Sinatra, Audrey Hepburn, Sophia Loren, Nelson Mandela, The Rolling Stones, The Beatles and Muhammad Ali - the list is endless! The original, ultimate A-list that make today’s bunch look somewhat insignificant.
| Jan 24, 2012 | Faces > Artists
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Paris Men’s Fashion Week: the exhibitions guide
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 19, 2012 | Faces > Artists
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Let us introduce you to the Spiga 2 protagonists of SS12
The Spiga 2 designers for Spring Summer 2012 are as talented, innovative and exciting as ever. Here is a quick introduction of the chosen 19 to wet your appetite for the new season’s designs.
| Jan 11, 2012 | Faces > Artists
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The Top 5 Artists of 2011 chosen by Swide
We spent the year exploring space. Exploring gallery space that is and in 2011 we in encountered a whole galaxy of talents. Here are five of the best that still orbit our sphere of thought.
| Dec 28, 2011 | Faces > Artists
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My Crush on… Michelangelo – The sculptor
Michelangelo changed my life – and the one of million other people in the world -through his sculptures. Here is how…
| Dec 14, 2011 | Faces > Artists
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Seb Janiak: I just follow my instinct and the power of present time
Recently I have come across a beautiful photo series shot by Seb Janiak, and it features Naomi Campbell. The series is so powerful that it has stuck in my head ever since.
| Dec 3, 2011 | Faces > Artists
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Intimate portrait at Spiga2: MSGM
We have seen the roast and now we can say without a doubt that Spiga2's emerging designers for FW 12 are not only talented, but creative people we personally want to get to know.
| Nov 29, 2011 | Faces > Artists
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Lucia Giacani: Strength of women brushed with surrealism
Lucia Giacani, a fashion photographer who is based in Milan, has really captured my heart with her wonderful images. Her style is very surreal and dreamy and her images will forever stick in your mind once you have your first glanced on them.
| Nov 26, 2011 | Faces > Artists
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Ashley Lebedev: The line between beauty and darkness
When I first encountered Ashley Lebedev’s photography works, I instantly fell in love with her “Faerieland” series. Her photography style is very soft, elegant and at the same time, it has this mysterious element which makes you to think about the story behind the photos.
| Nov 19, 2011 | Faces > Artists
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Intimate Portrait @ Spiga2: Dévastée
We have seen the roast and now we can say without a doubt that Spiga2's emerging designers for FW 12 are not only talented, but creative people we personally want to get to know.
| Nov 15, 2011 | Faces > Artists
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Dimitris Theocharis; overwhelmed, seduced and consumed
Surreal, bold and edgy are the words I can use to describe the works of Dimitris Theocharis. I have become a fan of his works sometime ago and this week I have decided to feature this amazing fashion photographer on Swide.
| Nov 12, 2011 | Faces > Artists
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The Narratives with Unique Juxtaposition of Jonathan Bartlett
I am very excited to present you Jonathan Bartlett this week on Swide as I think he is a very gifted illustrator. Because of the composition, I always find a mysterious vibe in his works.
| Nov 5, 2011 | Faces > Artists
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Natalie Shau: Mystery and the surreal found within fashion
It’s almost Halloween time and today I have the second part of my Halloween special for you. I have been a big fan of Natalie Shau’s works for a long time and her works are extremely surreal, dark and there is always a twist with her fairytale image.
| Oct 29, 2011 | Faces > Artists
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Caravaggio, the artist of the light
Also known as Michelangelo Merisi (1571-1610), Swide recounts why he is known as the ‘Master of Light’ of the Renaissance and his masterpieces.
| Feb 7, 2012 | Faces > Artists
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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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Leonardo Da Vinci: The Painter
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 21, 2012 | Faces > Artists
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Milano Men's Fashion Week: the exhibitions guide
What to do between one Fashion Show and another? Milan is not only the Italian Fashion’s Capital but also offers unique cultural entertainment all year long. Here is a list of exhibitions you can visit while strolling around the city looking for a break from the hectic mood of Men’s Fashion Week.
| Jan 13, 2012 | Faces > Artists
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Illustrative interpretations of Dolce & Gabbana’s SS12 Collection: Menswear
Happy New Year everyone! By now, I am sure you have already seen the glorious pieces from the Dolce&Gabbana SS12 menswear and womenswear runways and are getting excited about the prospect of the Milan and Paris fashion weeks. Before we do, however, I wanted to invite to look at the illustrative work that reflects of the S/S 2012 collections.
| Jan 10, 2012 | Faces > Artists
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A La Mode's Top 5 illustrators 2011
It has been a thrilled ride this year on Swide and I am very fortunate to be able to feature some of the world’s gifted artists every week on Swide. Today, I want to do an end of year wrap up and highlight some of my most memorable features from the last 12 months.
| Dec 28, 2011 | Faces > Artists
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The Madonna and Italy: a country devoted to tradition
From Art History to popular tradition, here is why the Madonna fully represents Italy...
| Dec 7, 2011 | Faces > Artists
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My crush on... Michelangelo - The Painter
Swide's column about the masters of Italian Renaissance recounts why it's impossible not to fall in love with Michelangelo Buonarroti...
| Nov 30, 2011 | Faces > Artists
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German Art. Finding new paths in fields well tread.
With the German Pavilion at this year’s Venice Biennale awarded the Golden Lion award for Best National Participation, featuring the work of the late Christoph Schlingensief, and exhibits of German Installation Art popping up, Swide wanted to see what all the fuss was about…
| Nov 29, 2011 | Faces > Artists
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Intimate Portrait @ Spiga2: Horyoshi the third
We have seen the roast and now we can say without a doubt that Spiga2's emerging designers for FW 12 are not only talented, but creative people we personally want to get to know.
| Nov 22, 2011 | Faces > Artists
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Terraferma: a must-see movie. Here is why…
A Sicilian Island, a local family, a boat with illegal aliens that recounts Italy, but not only…
| Nov 15, 2011 | Faces > Artists
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Richter's major retrospective on show in London
Gerhard Richter (1932-) is one of the most important artists to emerge after the second Worldwar (or even, as many say, the best living painter).
| Nov 15, 2011 | Faces > Artists
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Andres Serrano: the sacred and the secular
He is the man who created the Piss Christ and shot the Morgue series. Now on show the new serie Holy Works reveal a new point of view of the artist
| Nov 8, 2011 | Faces > Artists
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Intimate Portrait @Spiga2: Daniel Vosovic
A personal chat with emerging designer Daniel Vosovic his first encounter with fashion, his passions, inspirations, and intimate notes, as well as style advice. We have seen the roast and now we can say without a doubt that Spiga2's emerging designers for FW 12 are not only talented, but creative people we personally want to get to know. Childhood memories, his fashion heroes and inspirations make for a compelling read, to discover an up and coming designer divided between futurism and grunge.
| Nov 1, 2011 | Faces > Artists
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Leonard Freed: I love Italy
The American photographer Leonard Freed represented Italy from Post- 2nd World War onwards with emotional, intimate black and white photography…
| Oct 27, 2011 | Faces > Artists
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Celebrities can’t get enough of them! Fergie, Bianca Balti, Claudia Schiffer, Penelope Cruz and Chiara Francini are amongst those who have been bitten by the Dolce Bag bug, and there is no surprise as to why.
New York Fashion Week is on from February 9th: here are 5 Swide tips on how to take a break between one fashion show and the next.
When the Swide team was backstage at the Men’s Dolce&Gabbana FW13 fashion show, we couldn’t help but eavesdrop on what the male models were talking about; the questions that girls ask them again and again and again.
A fiercely cold winter evening in London didn’t deter the Stamford Bridge faithful from getting behind their beloved Chelsea and packing out the stadium as they hosted Manchester United. I on the other hand didn’t have to brave the cold as I got to watch the game from the luxury of the Dolce&Gabbana Lounge pitch-side at the Bridge.
Also known as Michelangelo Merisi (1571-1610), Swide recounts why he is known as the ‘Master of Light’ of the Renaissance and his masterpieces.
With two of his projects: ‘Moneyball’ and ‘The Tree of Life’, receiving Oscar nominations this is the year that Brad Pitt finally gets the recognition he deserves.
Finally, after several weeks of hard work at the University I attend, I am free to take a well deserved vacation. Final destination: Cortina D'Ampezzo.