Davos – From Dress Code to Sexist Codes at the WEF

Angelina Joliei n Davos at the World Economic Forum

This week, the World Economic Forum kicks off in Davos. It’s basically the rich and powerful‘s favourite hangout. Got an invite or did your company drop a cool €23,800 for your ticket? Then, you’ll want to read this. We’re talking about how to look good even when it’s freezing at minus 10°C. But there’s more

All about Wimbledon – A Glorious Blend of History and Elegance

The Duchess of Cambridge in Wimbledon wearing a white dress

The Wimbledon Tennis Tournament is an iconic event that embodies a sense of grandeur and tradition. This prestigious tournament, held annually in the leafy suburbs of London, has been captivating tennis enthusiasts and sports lovers worldwide since its inception. Let us delve into the captivating world of the oldest tennis tournament on the planet by

Pablo Picasso’s exhibition under the artistic direction of Paul Smith

Paul Smith in front of a painting by Pablo Picasso

It is fifty years since Pablo Picasso died, on 8 April 1973 at Notre-Dame-de-Vie, his home in Mougins. The body of work that he left behind had a profound impact on the entire 20th century. For this anniversary year, the Musée National Picasso-Paris has invited the British designer Sir Paul Smith, known for his work

7 little known facts about Julia Roberts 

Julia Robertson the red carpet at The Cannes Festival wearing a Armani black dress and an emerald necklace

Julia Roberts, the eternal “Pretty Woman”, also unforgettable as “Erin Brockovich”, the 2000’s film for which she was awarded the Oscar for Best Actress, is for a long time a familiar face on the red carpet. However, there are many little-known facts about Julia Roberts that even the most dedicated fan doesn’t know. For instance,

October: Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Group of women showing the pink ribbon, the symbol for the Breast Cancer awareness Campaign

October has been Breast Cancer Awareness Month since 1985. Also known as Pinktober because of the colour chosen to promote this critical campaign. According to the World Health Organization, pink October “helps to increase attention and support for the awareness, early detection and treatment as well as palliative care of this disease.” Why pink? The

Mindful drinking: a new lifestyle trend The launch of LYRE'S and Praterstrasse.

Cocktail prepared with alcohol-free spirit LYRE'S for mindful-drinking lifestyle.

There’s a new trend that has been slowly gaining popularity among influencers and Instagrammers; “mindful drinking”. Long gone are the days when no self-respecting it-girl would be seen without a glass of champagne in hands. In fact, partying, alcohol-fueled, all night long used to be a must among la crème de la crème. But being

Red Carpet in pandemic times: the best looks at the 2020 Venice Film Festival.

Tilda Swinton in one of the best looks at Venice Film Festival, the first pandemic red carpet event.

The oldest and chicest film festival, the Venice Film Festival, is taking place despite COVID-19. The scaled-down pandemic red carpet festival feels like a mini-Venice, with fewer international stars and parties. But so far, the first festival since the pandemic started has offered us plenty of fantastic red carpet looks, even with the mandatory masks

Vienna invites you to have the best Summer in the Park.  Food, music and sun.

Evening view of the historic Kursalon Hübner in the Stadtpark, Vienna.

If you’re spending summer in Vienna, we have your back. It will be as fantastic as the city. Let’s start with the event Summer in the Park, a unique gastronomic oasis for every taste. Under the motto “City vacation instead of vacation”, the event at the historic Kursalon Hübner in the Stadtpark, right in the

Notorious Women #5: Marianne Kohn, Loos Bar’s boss The best in Vienna

talk with Marianne Kohn, Loos bar's boss.

Marianne Kohn, known for her extraordinary lifestyle and career, is a genuinely Viennese power woman. Since the 1980s she has been the epitome of avant-garde and worked in renowned Viennese Clubs such as U4 where Falco used to party. For the past 25 years, Marianne Kohn is Loos Bar’s boss. The legendary Loos Bar –

Lady Gaga and the One World: Together at Home concert Stars fighting Coronavirus.

Lady Gaga performing for the One World- Together at Home concert.

Lady Gaga took her little black book out to round up an all-star cast for the eight-hour concert One World: Together at Home.  As a result, music icons like Elton John, Stevie Wonders and The Rolling Stones performed from home for Lady Gaga and Global Citizen’s special Coronavirus fundraiser event, urging us to stay home

How To Be a Perfect Wedding Guest Basic wedding etiquette.

VIntage image of a chic woman raising her glass of champagne to make a toast as a wedding party.

Looking fab in a fantastic outfit is not enough to be a Perfect Wedding Guest. Weddings are by far my favourite kind of parties, the bride and groom are beaming with happiness, and everyone’s in a great mood and beautifully dressed, ready to have a great time. So, what are the unwritten rules to be

Meghan Markle’s looks before Megxit inspired us to wear these colours.

Meghan Markle wearing a green outfit and Prince Harry wearing a blue suit during the last official event before they move to Canada

All eyes were on Meghan Markle as she and Prince Harry carried their last public royal engagements before officially stepping down as Senior Royals. The Duchess of Sussex went out with a bang thanks to the carefully chosen Megxit wardrobe. Meghan looked impeccable in each appearance, wearing bold colours that scream “Non, rien de rien,

Elfie Semotan, Austrian Photographer, in a new documentary  Don't miss.

The Austrian Elfie Semotan has revolutionised photography, as you’ll be able to see in the documentary that will premiere on the 4th March in Vienna. Elfie Semotan, Photographer, directed by Joerg Burger, accompanies Semotan during her shootings. At the same time, she talks about the fashion and advertising photos she’s taken since the ’60s and

A chat with Arthur Arbesser, Vienna’s fashion figurehead Our fav fashion designer.

Arthur Arbesser

Austria has already produced many great personalities. One of them is Arthur Arbesser. Although the Vienna-born designer has lived in Milan for 15 years now, the Viennese in him is still noticeable and the local fashion scene is close to his heart. The current SHOW OFF. Austrian Fashion Design exhibition at MAK Vienna shows Arbesser’s

Mode Suisse Edition 16 The highlights. 

Notorious was invited to Mode Suisse edition 16, which took place in Zurich and presented in New York, Paris and Genf. Watch here the fashion brands and people who make Mode Suisse the biggest fashion event in Swiss. As explained by Yannick Aellen, the creator of the event, Mode Suisse presents, interconnects and discusses Swiss

McQueen, the documentary about a fashion legend Long live McQueen!

Fashion designer Alexander McQueen is subject of a documentary by Netflix

It’s been 10 years since Alexander McQueen tragically passed away, and to celebrate the life and work of British designer, why not watch again McQueen, the documentary about a fashion legend? Lee Alexander McQueen was undoubtedly an artist in every sense of the word, with an exuberant talent, imagination and extremely skilled. To bring the

Fashion Lovers, this exhibition in Vienna is for you SHOW OFF. Austrian Fashion Design.

collage showing designs from Helmut Lang and Arthur Arbesser who are being exhibited in MAK, Vienna

Although Vienna may not be known as a fashion metropolis, those interested in fashion should have an eye on this historic city and the exhibition SHOW OFF. Austrian Fashion Design.  From February 14th, 2020, MAK, Vienna’s Museum of Applied Arts, presents SHOW OFF. Austrian Fashion Design. the most outstanding contemporary fashion designs made in Austria.

Are You Ready For the Ball Season? Because nobody parties like the Viennese.

So now that the year has officially begun, we must talk about something vital: we’re reaching the peak of Vienna’s Ball Season. The Austrian capital celebrates Carnival like no other, with more than 450 exuberant balls happening in various locations between November and March every year. The most famous balls Some of the most sought

Notorious talked with the expert duo behind Vienna Art Week

Angela Stief and Robert Punkenhofer interviewed by Notorious mag

From 15th to 22nd November 2019, everything in Vienna will once again revolve around art. The Vienna Art Week will focus attention on the city‘s comprehensive art scene, with more than 70 programs. Under the motto “Making Truth” Vienna Art Week 2019 sets out in search of the truth at a time when ”Fake News”

Diversity and Alterity at the Vienna Awards 19

“Fight Grey” was the motto of the Vienna Awards 19, that celebrated their 10th anniversary at the beautiful Welt Museum on November 6th. The organizers from Glam Communications brought together national and international stars under one roof to celebrate diversity and otherness in a truly glamorous and fashionable atmosphere and, of course, to hand over

Farewell to Vienna’s Grand Dame Lotte Tobisch

The young Lotte Tobisch, who died at age 93

Vienna’s style icon, opera ball organiser, actress and author Lotte von Tobisch-Labotýn, known by her fans just as Lotte Tobisch, recently died with an age of 93 years. On November 8th, the city of Vienna, Austria’s capital, is saying goodbye to a role model and style icon. Numerous celebrities from politics, media and culture circles

We’ve talked with Sabine Jäger, the co-founder of Design District 1010

Sabine Jaeger, founder of the design district in Vienna

Dear Viennese and everyone who’s about to visit the city of culture – from 4th to the 6th of October Vienna’s first district shows its design facets during Austria’s leading design fair “Design District 1010”. We took the opportunity to talk to Sabine Jäger, the co-founder of the event, together with Peter Syrch.  Long story

What happened this week while we were having manicure.

we were having manicure

This week is full of great music and fashion. As we told you before, Copenhagen Fashion Week is one of the coolest fashion weeks. We loved seeing what the Scandinavian designers showed from the 6th to 9th August. In the birthplace of Mozart, the Salzburger Festspiele is going strong. The festival started on 20th July