Scarves are among the most versatile gifts, suitable for anyone from a hard-working assistant to a hard-to-please mother-in-law. And what could be better than a scarf in which every stitch has a positive story to tell? Recently I have come across three brands, all founded by women with a connection to Switzerland, which offer chic … Continue reading
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Welcoming the Green Goat
Next Thursday, 19 February will usher the Chinese New Year of the Goat (also known as Ram or Sheep). And it’s not just any odd species of the caprinae family- it is a Green one! Being a proud Goat myself, I rejoice in the astrologists’ predictions of a happier, more stable and economically and politically favourable times in 2015. … Continue reading
Cashing in on Cashmere in Mongolia
Today is World Environment Day declared by the United Nations and Mongolia is its global host. The country may not be on everyone’s radar – nor does it usually make onto major fashion destinations lists – but hosting global environmental celebrations offers a great opportunity to learn more about the land of legendary Genghis Khan. … Continue reading