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Ahead of times
Where better to celebrate the art of timekeeping than in Switzerland, a country famed for its luxury products. Monocle headed to Geneva’s annual watch fair, SIHH 2015, to see the latest timepieces.
Perfect tenor
Inspired by La Scala, Caruso’s Milanese flagship blends finely tuned tailoring with a decorative visual score. The new menswear destination is designed to put its discerning clients firmly in the spotlight.
Worn again
A global master in shoe manufacturing, France has weathered the industry’s decline with its artisans taking centre stage once more. We introduce our favourite sole bearers.
Mall content
Bangkok has been rife with demonstrations. But even after a coup, the city’s businesses push on. Monocle reports from the concourse of the region’s most daring new retail venture.
It’s all in the timing
Switzerland’s annual watch fair, Baselworld, posed interesting questions this year. How has China’s economy affected the industry? Are oversized watches still in? And when will ‘smartwatches’ enter the luxury market?
Predictive texts
A new year, a clean slate, a fresh start; whether it’s shopping, travel or industry, this issue forecasts the best of 2014, and pinpoints the stories and opportunities that matter.
The best of time
The trade fair that takes place in Switzerland each spring showcases the latest in watch-making design and this year, the venue itself was one of the real stars of the show.
Case study
German luggage maker Rimowa broke into the tough North American luxury market using working practices and corporate ethics transplanted from its Köln home, confounding those who said it couldn’t succeed.
The best of times
Each year there are two must-attend watch fairs in Switzerland. The vast Baselworld is still some months away but at the smaller, perfectly formed SIHH the talk was of slimming and self-reliance.
