Is New York’s scaffolding getting a glow-up? Expectations are low – but rising
Scaffolding, or sidewalk sheds if you want to get technical, is as much a part New York’s fabric as flooded subways or breakfast bagels. But does it have to be so ugly and ubiquitous?
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Reading between the wrapping paper: what your Christmas gifts really mean
In this moment of goodwill to all men (and ladies too, of course), you need to stay alert because, believe me, all sorts of mean shit is going down all around you. But fear…
The best cultural releases from 2025: The most notable films, books and music
Ten friends of Monocle share the best things that they have watched, read and listened to in the past year.
Raise a glass to the year ahead with our 12 wines of Christmas
Monocle’s wine expert Chandra Kurt has a useful skill: she can pick a wine for almost any occasion. With the festive season approaching, she shares a selection fit for any special gathering.
See inside The Monocle Book of Designers on Sofas
From Bjarke Ingels’ harbour-inspired Brick to Naoto Fukasawa’s craned-in Hiroshima, The Monocle Book of Designers on Sofas – available to buy now – reveals how 50 of the world’s top architects and designers sit, think…
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Plan a year of insights and entertainment with Monocle’s 2026 cultural calendar
Pick up a fresh new diary and fill the forthcoming 12 months with art, books, design, fashion and more from our rundown of the events not to be missed in the year ahead.
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Beyond the Giga projects, a new generation of Saudi Arabian architects is getting introspective
As Saudi Arabia builds at breakneck speed, young architects returning from abroad are slowing down to ask what kind of places people want to live in, with a focus on landscape, life and memory.
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How top politicians dress for winter: Parkas, tradition and power statements
Political leaders’ choice of winter wear can signal their priorities and reveal something of their world views. We take a look at five leaders, from Alexander Stubb to Kim Jong-un.
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Christmas at The Monocle Shop, Merano – 23 December
Join us on Monday 23 December for a festive evening with ribollita, Glühwein and a seasonal edit of Monocle favourites.
The Monocle Pop-up Shop, St Moritz – 4 December 2025 –– 31 March 2026
Drop by for a warming coffee or hot chocolate and explore our edit of Monocle products and reads for the colder months.
