The New Luxury of Looking a Little Undone
Why are wrinkled clothes suddenly chic? From California surf culture to Mediterranean linen and the runway, fashion is embracing the perfectly unpressed.
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Mediterranean Floor Tiles
Mediterranean floor tiles are more than decoration. Discover the history of Greek mosaics, Spanish ceramics, Venetian terrazzo, and Turkish craftsmanship.
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California’s Hidden Coves & Lagoons
Discover nine of California’s hidden coves and lagoons, from Mendocino and Big Sur to Point Lobos, Crystal Cove and Cardiff-by-the-Sea.
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Outdoor Retreats and The Art of Shade
Discover six timeless ways to create beautiful outdoor shade inspired by Mediterranean and California coastal living. From ancient trees to pergolas, hammocks, sails, and umbrellas, learn how thoughtful shade transforms any garden into a place to slow down.
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The Many Ways of Sharing Food
From Spanish tapas and Venetian cicchetti to Greek mezze, French apéro and California happy hour, discover the many ways cultures share food.
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Whatever Happened to Just Taking a Bath?
From ancient Roman baths to modern wellness and longevity retreats, discover how the simple act of bathing became a sophisticated pursuit of health.
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The Battle for the Frozen Crown
California ice cream meets Italian gelato in a delicious battle of richness, restraint, bold flavors and plant-based reinvention. Who deserves the crown?
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Portugal: Costa Nova the Village of Stripes
Escape to Costa Nova, Portugal, where striped palheiros line the Ria de Aveiro. Discover its Atlantic beach, moliceiro boats, local food and slow coastal life.
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Behind Every Coastal Blue Door
From Greece to California, explore the surprising stories, symbolism, and history behind the coastal blue door and why every shore tells it differently.
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How Movies Shaped Coastal Style
How movies shaped California and Mediterranean style through costume designers, iconic stars, and coastal looks that still influence fashion today.
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Italy: Porto Rotondo – A Little Venice in Sardinia
Discover Porto Rotondo, Sardinia—a coastal village shaped by Venetian vision, art and the sea. Explore its marina, Spiaggia Ira, local flavors and piazzas.
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Made by the Coast: Clay, Mosaic and Glass
Discover six California and Mediterranean artists giving ancient clay, mosaic and glass traditions a contemporary life across two shores.
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