America’s First Lady of Philanthropy, Brings Her Special Fundraising Touch to Europe’s Charities. Somewhere between Monaco, Manhattan, and the moon, I was fortunate enough to spend some fascinating times with Jean Shafiroff, America’s First Lady of Philanthropy. On a bright Roman winter afternoon, I was excited to hear about Jean’s visit with Pope Francis. “I […]
One of the most dynamic realities in the universe of contemporary luxury. Eclectic, creative but faithful in spirit to the savoir faire of over a hundred years. The underlying thread that continues to run in the Montblanc brand is an exceptional story of success. Fruit of a collective effort, a constant dialogue moving from the […]
Mantero 1902 has managed to impose their creations of romanticism mixed with irony. Holding a foulard of this brand in your hands means touching prints that are timeless but still capable of being perfect for our times. The word “foulard” has its origins in the French term foulat, from foular meaning “to full”. “Fulling” is […]
Vanessa von Zitzewitz talks about her work, elephants, art and contrasts. F.1.M.: What is the idea behind this shoot? V.V.Z.: When I started my career, the photo that really inspired me was from Richard Alvedon, he shot it for Christian Dior in 1955, it is entitled “Dovima with Elephants”. This image is elegant and strong, […]
The empowerment of women and a celebration of the ‘underdog’ has become a lifelong passion for prolific producer, director, and actor Cecilia Peck. Born to revered actor Gregory Peck, one time friend of both Princess Grace and Prince Rainier III, Cecilia is no stranger to the glamour of Monaco: My relationship to Monaco began with […]