Interview: Etienne Aigner’s Creative Director Daniela Bardazzi

Inspiration, process and what it means to modernize a heritage brand

In 1959, Etienne Aigner opened his first showroom in NYC. From Munich, Germany to Paris’ fashion elite, he had already established a name as one of the finest in accessory design—a hobby he initially embarked upon while making a living as a bookbinder. His eponymous label Etienne Aigner thrives today as for more than a heritage brand, but also an innovative label with exquisite clothing …

Conventional Wisdom: Anthrocon

"Furries" unite from around the globe, as captured by photographer Arthur Drooker

“This is the highlight of my year,” Thumpie Bunny Eve shared with photographer Arthur Drooker, while sat atop a piano, wearing high heels, exuding sexuality—and wearing a rabbit costume. This was just one scene at Anthrocon, the world’s largest convention for anthropomorphics, the humanlike animal characters more commonly referred to as “furries.” Anthrocon is the latest stop on Drooker’s Conventional Wisdom tour, during which the …

Miansai Swiss Movement Men’s Watches

The Miami-based accessories brand launches a timepiece line featuring Ronda movements

In addition to furthering their beautiful core watch designs, today, Miami-based accessories brand Miansai has upgraded their insides with a Swiss-made Ronda quartz movement. This latest line, the M12 Swiss, comes in stainless steel and PVD copper versions—not to mention, a choice between the premium Italian vintage leather strap or the sportier strap cut from durable rock climbing webbing. At 39mm, they’re a comfortable, classic …