It takes a village: Three new co-living developments that are bringing generations together
From a Sydney high-rise with a clubhouse and church to mahjong in a Malaysian lounge, these new developments are designed to foster connections between generations and enhance the lives of their elderly residents.
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A day in the life of Ibiza’s Cala Llonga beach, one of Europe’s favourite suntraps
As third spaces go, a sandy stretch of shore takes some beating. We chart how this once-sleepy sliver of Spain became one of Europe’s chosen summer-holiday destinations.
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Summer playlist: Celebrate the summer with these 40 scorching songs
From an instant classic by the queen of pop to a sunny anthem by Portuguese Eurovision stars, here are the tracks to cue up when heading to the beach or hosting a garden party.
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Fix up, look sharp: The most stylish menswear for summer 2026
Freshen up your wardrobe and stay cool with our head-to-toe cut of the season’s best shades, shirts, shorts and shoes.
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The Monocle Quality of Life Conference, Lisbon, 3 – 5 September 2026
Three days of great hospitality in addition to thoughtful discussions with delegates and speakers from all over the world.
Monocle in Athens
A selection of Monocle products will be available at The Store at The Ilisian, a new retail space within the Conrad Athens, which is one of the hottest openings this summer. Expect a considered…
Zürich Airport pop-up, from 19 June
Monocle is back at Zürich Airport, just outside duty free on the first floor. Stop by to explore Swiss goods and Monocle products, including our newest print releases.
Monocle in St Moritz, from 26 June
Monocle returns to St Moritz for the summer season. Join us in the heart of the Engadine for a selection of seasonal essentials, latest print releases and our edit of Monocle products, from clothing…
Murakami Pile at Monocle Tokyo, 18 July
Join us for an afternoon with Murakami Pile and discover a selection of premium Japanese towels, including the lightweight NâRe Washi series and other colourful summer essentials. We look forward to welcoming you to…
