Money has become the universal value by which all things are measured. In doing so, it has stripped the world of its intrinsic worth. The qualities that once formed the foundation of being human — compassion, connection, creativity — are being distorted by materialistic obsession. This leads to a lifeless future caught in a violent, invisible struggle. Read More …
Gender energies refer to the natural masculine and feminine qualities that exist within all of us—regardless of gender identity or sexual orientation. These energies influence how we process emotions, express intimacy, and commit in relationships. Read More …
Will luxury fashion survive the rise of the mass market and commercial goods in the years ahead? And more importantly, what truly distinguishes luxury from the mainstream today? Read More …
Valdorcia, a paradise nestled in the heart of Tuscany, is a region of Siena where nature and history exist in perfect harmony. Picture gently undulating hills blanketed with vineyards, olive groves, and rows of cypress trees, interrupted only by the silhouettes of medieval towns, stone villas, and ancient castles rising in quiet dignity. Read More …
The founder of Cartier, the Luxury French Jewelry brand, Louis Cartier, had commissioned George Barbier to create a watercolor painting of a woman, The Dame à la Panthère, wearing a long necklace with a panther at her feet, in the year 1914. Read More …
In today’s hyper-connected world, contagious marketing is more than a trend—it’s a digital phenomenon that shapes our daily interactions, buying habits, and even how we view ourselves. And thanks to social media, it spreads faster than the flu season in a kindergarten classroom. Read More …
Salvador Dali was a Spanish painter, sculptor, filmmaker, printmaker, novelist, and performance artist who explored subconscious imagery. He was born in a small town outside Barcelona to a prosperous middle-class family who suffered greatly before the birth of Dali when their first son, also named Salvador, died soon after birth. Dali repeatedly heard that he was a reincarnation of his dead brother, a belief that probably affected the impressionable young artist. Read More …
The Olympic Games of this year will be unlike any other. Athletes around the globe have descended on Tokyo amid the novel Coronavirus pandemic to keep the spirit of sports alive and, in turn, give viewers hope. While the Tokyo Olympics have caused controversy, fortunately for many, they have been a welcome respite from a pandemic. Read More …
Siena reflects medieval Tuscany, and its inhabitants pursued their rivalry with Florence even into the realm of urban planning. They preserved their city’s Gothic appearance through the centuries, assimilating between the 12th and 15th centuries. Read More …
Friendship implies a mutually beneficial relationship between two or more people based on a foundation that involves shared interests, emotional connection, physical proximity, and social support. However, these relationships are not always perpetual. Read More …
Cruella is Disney Pictures’ latest attempt to reintroduce old characters into a contemporary context for new audiences. The story is a prequel to the live-action adaptations of the classic Disney Villain from the 101 Dalmatians series.
Cruella traces the backstory of “Cruella DeVil” and her origins as Estella. It is a bit dark for a family entertainment entry, but then again, 101 Dalmatians was too. Read More …
Trust, a word so comforting, yet so volatile. It is the invisible thread that holds relationships together, and when it frays, it unravels everything. In this deeply personal art series, titled Trust is a Deception, I explore the delicate and often painful interplay between trust and betrayal. Read More …