Claudia Jacobs

Nov 30, 2023 | monocle.com | Natalie Theodosi |Claudia Jacobs |Fiona Wilson

LDespite the convenience of online shopping, a new generation of designers, buyers and entrepreneurs are reaffirming the irreplaceable charms of in-person retail. Here are five new outlets that we admire. The joys of going shopping are undisputed: nothing beats the experience of walking into a physical space, taking in its interiors and signature scent, and making a fresh discovery or striking up conversations with fellow customers and staff.

Nov 30, 2023 | monocle.com | Josh Fehnert |Julia Lasica |Claudia Jacobs |Andrew Mueller

LProtest music in Iceland, the UK talks turkey and why some authors get cabin fever. Tyler Brûlé on why countries should play to their strengths. There’s a good chance that, by the time you read this, you have had your Christmas dinner, recovered from your New Year’s Eve celebrations and are on your way to Davos for the World Economic Forum meeting. Are you excited? Looking forward to seeing some familiar faces? Anxious to catch a few political punch-ups on the pistes?