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India Today
18-07-2025
- Entertainment
- India Today
The hot seat
Ready to grab a slice of design history? The Dezza armchair isn't just any chair—it's a timeless legend in Poltrona Frau's storybook. Crafted by the iconic Gio Ponti back in 1965, Dezza marked a fresh chapter for the brand after they settled in Tolentino (they still call it home). Sixty years later, Poltrona Frau is celebrating Dezza's anniversary with a limited edition of just 60 exclusive pieces. Each one is draped in sustainable Pelle Frau ColorSphere impact less leather, in dreamy shades inspired by Ponti's famed Sorrento hotel interiors. But here's the kicker—the upholstery flaunts a playful, previously unseen Ponti illustration featuring 26 unique stylised hands like 'the gloved hand' and 'the fortune teller's hand'. It's a nod to the craftsmanship and 'intelligence of the hands'. These numbered beauties come with a metal tag and certificate of authenticity. Sit down, and you're literally resting on a masterpiece.
Fashion Value Chain
03-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Fashion Value Chain
Poltrona Frau Unveils ‘The Five Seasons' 2025 Collection
Italian luxury furniture brand Poltrona Frau unveiled its 2025 collection titled 'The Five Seasons', blending the essence of Spring, Summer, Autumn, and Winter with a unique Fifth Season — a metaphorical space for personal expression, harmony, and sensory connection. Celebrating six decades of Gio Ponti's iconic Dezza armchair, the brand releases a limited edition of 60 pieces, each upholstered with exclusive digital prints derived from Ponti's original illustration. Key introductions include the Blisscape sofa by Ludovica Serafini & Roberto Palomba, offering adaptable comfort and the brand's first foray into bedroom systems with the DressCove Night System, a sophisticated modular wardrobe line. New collaborations mark the season: a Fidelio Multimedia Cabinet for Leica's Cine 1 laser TV, and a Fornasetti capsule reinterpreting the 1919 armchair and Isidoro trunk, adorned with whimsical illustrations. The Pelle Frau® Soulful leather collection expands sustainable luxury through its Impact Less tanning, complemented by a refreshed 2025 Textile Collection that introduces new fabric families and modern tones. In seating, updates include modular extensions to the Parka sofa, the GranTorino line, and new versions of the Archibald and Downtown Lounge armchairs. Dining evolves with additions like Mesa Ellipse, new belt-inspired chairs, and an elegant Duo Bed series co-designed with Ceccotti Collezioni. Lifestyle design is amplified through the Beautilities collection: lamps by digital artist Six N. Five, Sebastian Herkner's Nymph floor lamp, travel accessories by Carlotta Fortuna, and games crafted in leather and wood in collaboration with Giobagnara. CEO Nicola Coropulis affirms the brand's vision: 'The Fifth Season is about deeper human connection through nature, design, and innovation.' With a holistic approach, Poltrona Frau's 2025 collection stands as a masterclass in sustainable craftsmanship, comfort, and artistry.
Fashion Value Chain
26-06-2025
- Business
- Fashion Value Chain
Poltrona Frau Marks 60 Years of Dezza with Rare Reissue
Poltrona Frau pays tribute to one of its most iconic creations with the release of a limited-edition reissue of the Dezza armchair, originally designed by the legendary Gio Ponti in 1965. The commemorative collection, limited to just 60 individually numbered and certified pieces, celebrates six decades of design excellence and marks a pivotal moment in the brand's legacy. The Dezza armchair was the first product to define Poltrona Frau's new identity post its move to Tolentino in 1962. Known for its geometric minimalism blended with subtle curves, the armchair remains a hallmark of timeless modernist design. This exclusive 60th anniversary edition is upholstered in Pelle Frau® ColorSphere Impact Less leather, reflecting the brand's sustainability ethos introduced in 2022. Available in sophisticated Panna and Iris shades, the palette recalls the serene coastal interiors of the Hotel Parco dei Principi in Sorrento—also designed by Ponti. The standout element of this re-edition is a unique pattern based on a previously unpublished illustration by Gio Ponti, featuring 26 stylized hands, each named and imbued with whimsical identity—from 'the gloved hand' to 'the fortune teller's hand'. This motif symbolizes the craftsmanship and 'intelligence of the hands' central to Poltrona Frau's values. Each of the 60 pieces includes a metal tag with its edition number and is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity, reinforcing its status as a collectible design object. Poltrona Frau CEO Nicola Coropulis said, 'This limited edition not only honors Gio Ponti's creative vision but also enriches its cultural value through material innovation and a deeper design narrative.' Available online in select European markets from February 13 to April 1, the Dezza limited edition will then be made available through selected Poltrona Frau stores worldwide. The reissue not only revives a design masterpiece—it also bridges past and future, celebrating a legacy of craftsmanship with a sustainable, contemporary spirit.
Boston Globe
05-06-2025
- Boston Globe
It's theater season on the Cape, plus Art Deco dreams in Rome
Get Starting Point A guide through the most important stories of the morning, delivered Monday through Friday. Enter Email Sign Up Bettoja Hotels' Hotel Mediterraneo in Rome, a masterpiece of Art Deco architecture, transports one to an earlier era of sophisticated hospitality. Bettoja Hotels Advertisement THERE: ART DECO DREAMING IN ROME Those making a pilgrimage to Rome this Jubilee year (or any year) will want to consider staying at Bettoja Hotels' Hotel Mediterraneo, where simply stepping inside transports one to an earlier era of sophisticated hospitality. A masterpiece of Art Deco architecture, designed by architect Mario Loreti for the 1942 Universal Exhibition in Rome, the building's rich history is on display in preserved original furnishings, including chandeliers designed by Gio Ponti, polished wood check-in desk, and colorful mosaics above the lobby elevators. The 242 spacious and bright rooms sport a high-class and retro style, mixing original Art Deco style wood furnishings and marble bathrooms with modern comforts such as plush robes and slippers, air conditioning, minibar, flat screen TV, and soundproof windows. Advertisement An ideal basecamp for exploring the Eternal City, Bettoja Hotels' Hotel Mediterraneo is within walking distance from historic landmarks. Bettoja Hotels An ideal basecamp for exploring the Eternal City, the hotel is within walking distance from historic landmarks including the Colosseum, Opera House, Forum, Trevi Fountain, and the Spanish Steps. Located steps from Termini rail station, the quickest way to arrive from the airport, means you don't need a cab to reach the hotel. On-site facilities include the Roof Garden Restaurant and Ligea Lounge Bar, a terrace with spectacular views of the capital and its surrounding hills, and Bar 21, serving a variety of fine cocktails and snacks in an elegant Art Deco atmosphere. Ristorante Massimo d'Azeglio, located at nearby sister property Hotel Massimo d'Azeglio, offers a menu mixing Piedmontese culinary tradition with Roman and Italian cuisine; and the Bettoja Cellar, a wine cellar located in Hotel Massimo d'Azeglio's basement, is perfect for private dinners and tastings. Bettoja Hotels' third hotel in the neighborhood, Hotel Atlantico, rounds out their Rome collection. Classic Deco room rates from $306, includes breakfast. +39-06-488-4051, Advertisement La Sportiva's Akyra II is the perfect shoe for packing when you're planning trail hikes one day and exploring cities with cobblestone streets the next. La Sportiva EVERYWHERE: STYLISH AND RUGGED SHOES FOR CITY AND MOUNTAIN When a sneaker or walking shoe isn't enough, and trekking boots are too much, there's La Sportiva's Akyra II. The perfect shoe for packing when you're planning trail hikes one day and exploring cities with cobblestone streets the next. Lightweight, rugged and durable, Akyra II features include 3-D Grid exoskeleton and mesh uppers to provide structure and breathability; shock absorbing MEMlex EVA midsole to cushion stride; Trail Rocker2 outsole to promote natural pronation support while hiking; and aggressive lugs combined with FriXion Rubber and Trail Bite Heels for all-terrain traction and maximum grip. Eco-friendly and washable insoles are made from breathable and durable PU foam cells and recycled rubber. Crafted without animal-derived materials. The company's state-of-the-art, 250-person factory is located in Ziano di Fiemme, a mountain village in the heart of the Italian Dolomites, continuing a tradition and heritage of handmade footwear in this picturesque alpine valley. Available for men and women. The company offers additional footwear geared for climbing, hiking, running, mountaineering, and more. $149. NECEE REGIS Necee Regis can be reached at
Associated Press
25-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Associated Press
Horse trainer Christophe Clement dies at 59 from rare eye cancer
Christophe Clement, who trained longshot Tonalist to victory in the 2014 Belmont Stakes and won a Breeders' Cup race in 2021, has died. He was 59. Clement announced his own death in a prepared statement that was posted to his stable's X account on Sunday. 'Unfortunately, if you are reading this, it means I was unable to beat my cancer,' it said. 'As many of you know, I have been fighting an incurable disease, metastatic uveal melanoma.' It's a type of cancer that affects the uvea, the middle layer of the eye. It accounts for just 5% of all melanoma cases in the U.S., however, it can be aggressive and spread to other parts of the body in up to 50% of cases, according to the Melanoma Research Alliance's website. The Paris-born Clement has been one of the top trainers in the U.S. over the last 34 years. He learned under his father, Miguel, who was a leading trainer in France. Clement later worked for the prominent French racing family of Alec Head. In the U.S., he first worked for Hall of Fame trainer Shug McGaughey. Clement went out on his own in 1991, winning with the first horse he saddled at Belmont Park in New York. He had 2,576 career victories and purse earnings of over $184 million, according to Equibase. 'I am very proud that for over 30 years in this industry, we have operated every single day with the highest integrity, always putting the horses' wellbeing first,' Clement wrote in his farewell message. One of his best-known horses was Gio Ponti, winner of Eclipse Awards as champion male turf horse in 2009 and 2010. He finished second to Zenyatta in the 2009 Breeders' Cup Classic. In the 2014 Belmont, Tonalist spoiled the Triple Crown bid of California Chrome, who tied for fourth. Tonalist won by a head, after not having competed in the Kentucky Derby or Preakness that year. Steve Coburn, co-owner of California Chrome, caused controversy when he said afterward the horses that hadn't run in the other two races took 'the coward's way out.' He later apologized and congratulated the connections of Tonalist. Clement's lone Breeders' Cup victory was with Pizza Bianca, owned by celebrity chef Bobby Flay, in the Juvenile Fillies Turf. Clement had seven seconds and six thirds in other Cup races. Clement's statement said he would leave his stable in the hands of his son and longtime assistant, Miguel. 'As I reflect on my journey, I realize I never worked a day in my life,' Clement's statement said. 'Every morning, I woke up and did what I loved most surrounded by so much love.' Besides his son, he is survived by wife Valerie, daughter Charlotte Clement Collins and grandson Hugo Collins. ___ AP horse racing:
