“I’ve been 40 years discovering that the queen of all colors was black,” once said Pierre-Auguste Renoir. The supposed non-color, the result of the absence of light, was always the color of mystery, power, and mortality. For many, though, black continues to be the anchor of style. “Black is modest and arrogant at the same time. Black is lazy and easy, but mysterious. But above all, black says this: I don’t bother you – don’t bother me,” declared Yohji Yamamoto.
Limiting your color variation to the darkest shades allows other dimensions to shine. The modern approach to monochrome plays with textures, materials, and layers to give depth to the wardrobe or interior. We’ve brought together pieces that do just that, from a modern take on the classic black dress and timeless tops to clean-lined furniture and home accessories.
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“I find beauty in minimal forms, graphic elements and modern simplicity,” says Petra Arbetova who translates clean lines and geometric shapes into delicate and contemporary jewellery. Born and raised in Piestany, small spa town in Slovakia, Petra founded her jewellery line in 2012 when she returned from her studies in Finland. Arbetova, who has a [...]
Milano design week is one of the biggest and most important fairs in the trade. It has been around since 1961, with the original focus on Italian furniture. The trade show grew in size and diversity over the years. Design week can be roughly divided in two main events. The ‘Salone del Mobile’ and ‘Fuorisalone’ [...]
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Harmony between comfort, practicality and style is the signature aesthetic of Evgenija Zafirovska, young clothing brand created by Macedonian designer of the same name. The Ljubljana-based womenswear brand is defined by its fusion of craftsmanship and attention to detail, with a sense of refined ease. Inspiration drawn from the contemporary architecture is combined with an [...]
The Dark Selection: Any Colour So Long as It Is Black
Artwork by Célia Euvaldo
“I’ve been 40 years discovering that the queen of all colors was black,” once said Pierre-Auguste Renoir. The supposed non-color, the result of the absence of light, was always the color of mystery, power, and mortality. For many, though, black continues to be the anchor of style. “Black is modest and arrogant at the same time. Black is lazy and easy, but mysterious. But above all, black says this: I don’t bother you – don’t bother me,” declared Yohji Yamamoto.
Limiting your color variation to the darkest shades allows other dimensions to shine. The modern approach to monochrome plays with textures, materials, and layers to give depth to the wardrobe or interior. We’ve brought together pieces that do just that, from a modern take on the classic black dress and timeless tops to clean-lined furniture and home accessories.
All black, of course.
Shop black selection:
Elongated Shirt – Black
319.00€Pleated Twill Trousers
267.00€Transparent Asymmetric Shirt
355.00€Tailored Shawl Jacket – Black
695.00€Sleek Shirt – Black
370.00€Candle Holder / utopiast x mana
27.00€XS plate / utopiast x mana
15.00€High-Neck Wool Jersey Dress – Black
288.00€Mini Fermata Bag – Black
445.00€Original price was: 445.00€.334.00€Current price is: 334.00€.Sleek Dress – Black
484.00€High-Waisted Trousers
208.00€Wool Cloak Shirt – Black
427.00€Sleek Asymmetric Dress – Black
484.00€Leather Harness One – Black or White
60.00€Elongated Sleeveless Shirt – Black
240.00€Leather Choker One
35.00€Elongated Cloak Shirt – Black
321.00€Asymmetric Shirt – Black
289.00€Leather Bracelet
25.00€Double Collar Twill Jacket
536.00€S plate / utopiast x mana
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