Want 227 years of business success? Take a page from Hatchards’ book
By Sylvie Kirsch Medill Reports LONDON — In London for only 36 hours, I had one must-stop on my itinerary: the winding black and green aisles of six-story 187 Piccadilly, home of Hatchards, the oldest bookstore in the city. Built on tradition and cache, Hatchards, a favorite of Oscar Wilde and King Charles, continues to […]
Are books back? Ask Gen Z.
By Sylvie Kirsch Medill Reports “On weekend mornings, I get up, make coffee, sit on my couch and read a paper book 99% of the time. And that’s a routine that’s so peaceful and amazing.” This isn’t the sentiment of a retired octogenarian but of 23-year-old Hayley Sanders, owner of the BookTok account @hayleyreadsalot. She’s […]
DNC fashionistas pop in politically inspired personalized looks
By Sylvie Kirsch Medill Reports The 2024 Democratic National Convention in Chicago was both a political potluck and a fashion show. Keynote speakers like Michelle Obama, Oprah Winfrey and Ella Emhoff wowed viewers with chic, sleekly tailored looks that only added to the gravitas of their messaging. Democratic delegates also wore a mix of […]
Notting Hill: a beacon for coat connoisseurs
By Sylvie Kirsch Medill Reports LONDON — Notting Hill, a glitzy West London neighborhood chock-full of vintage and designer boutiques, is arguably the epicenter of coat couture. Thousands of styles, designs and brands dominate sidewalks and fill stores. Effortless and elegant, a well-made coat can last decades and is the ultimate statement piece. Pop an […]
