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Orange Culture Nigeria: A Pioneer of Africa’s Emerging Luxury Fashion Scene

Africa has firmly established itself as a stage for innovative, diverse, and bold fashion. At the forefront of this movement is Orange Culture, a Nigerian brand that breaks boundaries—both in gender norms and cultural representation. Founded by Adebayo Oke-Lawal, one of Africa’s most prominent designers, Orange Culture embodies the spirit of a burgeoning global luxury fashion industry deeply rooted in cultural heritage.
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Fashion
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“Ann Demeulemeester: The Poetic Visionary of Modern Fashion”

Ann Demeulemeester, born on December 29, 1959, in Waregem, Belgium, is a renowned fashion designer celebrated for her distinctive contributions to the fashion industry. She studied fashion design at the Royal Academy of Fine Arts in Antwerp from 1978 to 1981 and is recognized as a member of the influential "Antwerp Six," a group of avant-garde designers who gained prominence in the 1980s.
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Architecture
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Inspired by the monastery

The Taverny Medical Centre near Paris is a newly built health centre in timber construction. There are good reasons why its floor plan and room programme are based on the medieval monastery typology.
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Hotels
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The BoTree Hotel, London

Nobility obliges. But so is the name. In the case of London's new The BoTree Hotel, the Bodhi tree, under which Buddha is said to have attained enlightenment, was the inspiration. Concrete Amsterdam created an appealing interior design for the five-star hotel.
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Mindful Living
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The Bhagavad Gita – timeless wisdom for modern challenges

In a world characterised by rapid change, uncertainty and the search for meaning, a work that was written thousands of years ago is becoming increasingly important: the Bhagavad Gita. Originally written in Sanskrit and part of the Indian epic Mahabharata, it was probably composed around 500-200 BC, although its exact date of origin is not certain.
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Fashion
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Hed Mayner: The Designer Redefining Oversized Elegance

Hed Mayner, an Israeli-born designer, has rapidly gained recognition for his unique approach to menswear. With a background that blends traditional tailoring with an appreciation for Israeli street style, Mayner brings a fresh perspective to fashion. He’s known for creating oversized, voluminous silhouettes that challenge traditional notions of masculinity and elegance, making his designs equally appealing to both men and women.
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Mindful Living
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JAY SHETTY PORTRAIT: YOU CAN’T BE WHAT YOU CAN’T SEE

Jay Shetty is many things: a former monk, bestselling author, podcast host and above all a passionate arbiter of wisdom for the modern world, which often seeks direction. His name is synonymous with mindfulness and the art of living, and his message reaches millions of people across the globe. With his unique blend of ancient spiritual traditions and a fresh, contemporary perspective, Jay Shetty has created a new form of mentorship – one that aligns with the hearts and minds of a global community.
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Food & Drink
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Austrian State Prize for the Douro Boys

To celebrate its 20th anniversary (2023), the Portuguese winegrowers' group has created two exceptional wines: a red wine and a tawny port. These special cuvées, each blended from the best barrels of the five wineries, deserved a special presentation. The Linz-based creative agency upart won the tender. Their design for the labels and packaging of the valuable wines has now been honoured with the Austrian State Prize for ‘Smart Packaging 2024’.
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