Journal

The Swedish Art of "Lagom"

Just when you thought you had understood "hygge" there's yet more to learn.Some of the most important everyday concepts in Nordic life are encapsulated in words and phrases that are difficult to tr...

Silent Night

Ever wondered if electric drive made a difference in biking culture? Well, think of bikers and their machines, but take away noise and exhaust fumes. But just like their petrol driven pals they lik...

The Obituaries of French Newspaper Libération are Legendary

The obituaries in Libération are legendary. When a famous person dies, especially an artist, the best front pages in the world are those of Libé. On these occasions, the newspaper offers a poetic, ...

Dapper Dan is the Comeback King of High Fashion with Street Sensibility

Two decades ago, the Dapper Dan–born Daniel Day–was forced to close his legendary boutique on 43 East 125th Street due to lawsuits from the high-end houses, whose logos Dan used with abandon and wi...

"Serra Was For Those That Were Curious, But Didn’t Want To Go To A Weed Shop"

Taking a decidedly artistic approach, the sophisticated pot boutique steers clear of the shady stoner image that many of its competitors cannot get out of their system. Brimming with both art and a...

7 Ways to Make the Most of Every Stay at a Hotel

There’s a special kind of thrill that checking into a hotel elicits. From the crisp sheets to the cozy barstools and rooftop pools, sometimes our lodging can be just as exciting as our travels them...

A Masterclass in Livable Minimalism

This Zen-like Scottish retreat lies in the historic heart of Edinburgh in a former blacksmith’s workshop. Design duo Eilidh Izat and Jack Arundell spent months designing a single-room layout for th...

The Monocle Guide to Building Better Cities

How do we make better cities – places that work for people of all ages and backgrounds? How do we make cities that provide the obvious essentials – great transport, good places to work – as well as...

Preview the Latest Monocle Release

In this joyful new book, the editors unpack what makes a great city. Preview the Guide in this video and discover how you too can have a High Line, create the most covetable housing or turn a dirty...

Lisbon: City of Rugged Charm

Co-editor of The Grand Hostels Luxury Hostels of the World Kash Bhattarcharya is sharing his secret tips on how to explore the beautiful city of Lisbon. Find out, where to have the most relaxing su...