When Dr. Roberto Sciò first stumbled upon Hotel Il Pellicano in the 1970s, the only clue he was in the right place was Charlie Chaplin standing under the entryway arch. That night, a spontaneous dance with Chaplin’s daughter marked the beginning of Sciò’s unexpected journey into hospitality and, eventually, ownership of the now-iconic Tuscan hideaway. |
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For 60 years, Il Pellicano has drawn artists, aristocrats, fashion insiders, and romantics looking to disappear into the legend of the hotel. They come not just for the views of the Argentario coast but for something more elusive: a sense of timelessness. Today, under the eye of CEO Marie Louise Sciò, Roberto’s daughter, the hotel has evolved while staying true to its soul. Guests sip martinis from legendary bartender Federico Morosi, dress as if photographer Slim Aarons might still be lingering poolside, and often return simply for that feeling of being seen. Dive into the history of the IYKYK luxury destination, with a guest list that includes Camille Miceli and Haider Ackermann. |
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mfpen has always existed just a little outside of fashion’s usual rhythm. Founded in Copenhagen in 2015, the label’s approach is rooted in restraint. It makes what it wants to make on its own terms, which in turn makes it magnetic.
Even as the brand grows — attracting global stockists like Mr Porter and Dover Street Market, and an LVMH Prize nod — it’s doing so with caution, even resistance. “We believe in growing slowly,” founder Sigurd Bank says. “And it’s not about a trend of ‘slow fashion.’ It’s just like, why do we have to be the biggest brand?” No grand expansion plans or corners cut in the name of scale. Just good clothes made thoughtfully. |
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Elderly people have been dressing better than the rest of us since before we were born, and any style-curious person ought to take notes from their unaffected ease. If you're not advanced enough to imitate grandpa's suspenders and sensible khakis, fine — just steal his shoes. The likes of Mephisto and Paraboot have long been appreciated for blending form and craft, epitomizing a taste more concerned with comfort than trend. The latter’s recent partnerships with makers such as Californian youth-culture imprint Madhappy, Canadian sportswear line Body of Work, and New York craft-meets-skate label 18 East proves that we’ve entered a golden age of young people wearing old-person shoes. |
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Yes, it has four small wheels at the bottom. Yes, it’s made with the familiar grooved aluminum of RIMOWA’s ubiquitous bags. But no, this isn’t a suitcase. In partnership with Vitra, the Swiss family-owned furniture manufacturer, the ubiquitous suitcase-maker has come out with two pieces of homewear: a bespoke toolbox and stool made with the duo’s signature craftsmanship. Your apartment could use some metal. |
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