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The ambiguous and risqué history of the Venetian Carnival
The Venetian Carnival originates from an ancient line of celebrations. Originally a pagan festival to celebrate the passing from winter to spring, the carnival later became linked to the religious calendar and Lent. In an effort to let loose before the time of restraint and pondering of the 40 days in the run up to Easter, Christian communities adopted the pagan revelries to serve their faith.
Carnival: a remnant of the glories of Venice
Adopted, in one form or another, by almost every culture in the world the celebration of Carnival has become a global event, the celebration in Rio de Janeiro is officially the world’s biggest party. But the real home of Carnival has always been Venice.
Antonia Sautter, the Queen of Venice Carnival
It’s Carnival: a parallel universe where flamboyant gorgeous dresses dance through a dream made of music, storytelling, theatre and lavish cuisine comes alive in Venice thanks to Antonia Sautter’s creativity. As adults it’s easy to forget our inner child, but dressing-up is still one of the best ways to find it again.
Party in Venice year-round
The year's Venice carnival runs from February 14th - February 24 2009. If you enjoy it so much you decide to stay - we've found the perfect house for you (and Lord Bryon).
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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 from the roster this week: Corrado de Biase.
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Whilst collaborating with Swide for The Matt Silk Collection SS12 video, Luca Finotti gave us the chance to get him in front of the camera for an exclusive interview. Whether it’s talking about his love affair with the camera, his views on what ‘ugly is’ or how he keeps himself sane, the up and coming fashion director was as natural in front of the camera as he is behind it.