The Ark
A trove of content which has held my attention, share a unique perspective and boldly materialise their vision and values; explore a collection of curated sensibilities.
The SoHo House approach to design
I love how this reflection translates something so instinctive like the creation of a feeling, into something teachable. Through clear design principles and ways of seeing, it shows how atmosphere can be crafted and not reserved for the privileged. It’s a rare glimpse into the practical artistry behind spaces that move us.
Stories by Good Earth India
There are very few brands I fall in love with through and through. Good Earth India is one of them. I love how wholesome and aesthetically considered their stories are, stemming from the world of hosting, styling and tablescaping each story tells a personal, nuanced perspective. With lifestyle photography to swoon over.
Rowland’s insight into women’s sex lives and desires
I’m really passionate about female desire and sexuality. This article was written for The Guardian and the author, Katherine Rowland, also wrote the book The Pleasure Gap . Yes this article is referencing some old data, and of course it isn’t a sweeping insight of all women, but the essence of it does give a powerful insight into women’s desires, and lack of.
Dr. Ramani on Narcissism
Clinical psychologist, Dr. Ramani, has a portfolio of videos focusing on everything and anything to do with narcissism in today’s society, from the character traits to the relationship dynamics. If you’ve been through an experience with a narcissist, this will be interesting and cathartic. And even if not, it’s still fascinating insight into human nature at a time when self-promotion is normalised.
Inside de Gournay
de Gournay produce the most beautiful, hand painted wallpapers in the world. And that’s not an exaggeration. Although, calling their products ‘wallpaper’ is a disservice to the works of art they truly are. I really love these two videos in particular which gives an insight into their world.
When beauty strikes
Written for The New York Times by David Brooks, here he encapsulates so beautifully the role and importance of beauty and aesthetics in today’s modern, technological society. If ever I feel the need to explain the value of aesthetics and beauty in today’s world, it is this article that I refer to. I cannot do it justice and as it is short, easy to read, I recommend you at least skim through it.
Diana Vreeland:
The eye has to travel
I love Diana Vreeland; one of the former notorious editors of American Vogue who became a cultural icon. Her life, personality and work are so fascinating. She is what I call a true aesthete. She’s also quite a character and rather fun to listen to in interviews. You can watch the entire documentary on Amazon Prime about her and her life’s work spanning the elite in fashion and art.
What makes a leader
A topic dear to my heart; for a long time leadership has been associated with masculine qualities and women needing to ‘act like men’ to get ahead. This New York Times article looks into women who are embracing more ‘feminine’ qualities in their leadership roles like empathy and collaboration.
The work of Gabor Maté
This is quite heavy. Gabor Maté is a Hungarian-Canadian physician whose work is centred around trauma and child development. Watch the short video on attachment vs authenticity and read his interview here.
Christie’s collecting stories
One of the world’s leading Art and luxury business, Christie’s have put together a compilation of stories from art collectors. If you’re into that kind of thing, some of them are interesting, insightful and even educational for beginners looking to collect Art.
Muslim women & Economics
Saadia Zahidi is currently the Managing Director at the World Economic Forum and this short extract is from her entry on winning the FT/McKinsey Bracken Bower Prize for her business book proposal. She focuses specifically on the role of Muslim women in society and the evolution of their financial contribution, both in the real world and Islam.
Humanistic capitalism by Brunello Cucinelli
Brunello Cucinelli is an Italian luxury lifestyle brand selling menswear, womenswear and accessories. The founder shares his unsettling relationship with capitalism from his youth, and new-found vision for the future which I found so refreshing and inspiring. It proved that you can find balance between pursing your desires which might be materialistic (and there is nothing wrong with that), and still do good for the world and people around you.