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The Departures Modern Glossary May/June 2013

The terms that define us now.

by Ammon Shea, published on 05/01/2013

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Peter Marino, the Architect King of Fifth Avenue

Peter Marino, the Architect King of Fifth Avenue

Saving humanity’s live retail experience from the cold metaverse — one dazzling flagship at a time.

words by Mario Calvo-Platero, photography by Jonathan Becker
Flying High

Flying High

Chopard’s Alpine Eagle gives sport watches an unexpected jolt of elegance.

Words by Laurie Kahle, illustration by ahonen & lamberg
Remixing Poland’s Past

Remixing Poland’s Past

With sleek contemporary designs, Krakow’s Paradowski Studio nods to history.

Words by Monica Khemsurov, Photography by PION Studio
Turn It Up

Turn It Up

The Bang & Olufsen Beogram turntable.

Words by T. Cole Rachel, Photography by Robin Broadbent
Watches See the Green Light

Watches See the Green Light

Luxury watchmakers are using recycled materials to bring sustainability to your wrist.

Words by Laurie Kahle, Illustration by Mat Maitland
Case Closed

Case Closed

The most streamlined covers for all your devices.

Words by Alex Frank
Bang & Olufsen’s Beoplay A9 is the speaker of your dreams.

Hear and Now

Bang & Olufsen’s Beoplay A9 is the speaker of your dreams.

words by t. cole rachel, illustration by Ahonen & Lamberg
The Design Lover’s Guide to Mexico City

The Design Lover’s Guide to Mexico City

American design icon Kelly Wearstler shares her top spots for aesthetic awe.

words by Kelly Wearstler, photography by Karina Spritze and Brian Bowen Smith
The Write Stuff

The Write Stuff

A dip into the world of luxurious fountain pens.

Words by T. Cole Rachel, illustration by Ahonen & Lamberg
Bright Lights

Bright Lights

From the worlds of art, food, film, and fashion — seven icons of LA’s creative scene.

Words by Max Berlinger, Photography by Shaniqwa Jarvis

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