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2-in-1 dresses are an easy styling hack for a polished look - Next's £45 burgundy design nails three trends
Once a new period of the year begins, it can be hard to jump on the trends of the new season. That's why, this autumn, we've sourced a high street gem that will help you nail all this season's biggest trends. ICYMI: burgundy is about to trend, in a…
Best laptops of IFA 2026: Wild colors, ultrathin designs and rollable displays
Alongside massive TVs, home robots, and all sorts of futuristic tech, PC makers came out in a big way for IFA 2026 — and for good reason. With Nvidia's new RTX Spark chips on the horizon and local AI ramping up fast, we saw tons of fresh…
Apple's First Computer In The '70s Made One Clever Design Choice
When Apple launched its first personal computer, the Apple I, PC hardware just wasn't something people had. The Apple I came as a circuit board with no power, keyboard, or monitor. However, because most people in the U.S. in 1976 had a TV, the…
Short-sleeve knit tops are perfect for early autumn, and Next's £19 burgundy design ticks off two trends
The beginning of September is always a uniquely tricky period for style. Although our sundresses and sandals are safely stored away for next year, this week's windy 18 degree temperatures suggest it's little too early for cosy autumnal attire.
New George Square design divides opinion as critics brand it 'Soviet
Glaswegians have delivered their verdict on the new George Square, with reactions proving decidedly mixed following the unveiling of the latest phase of the project to redesign the public space. The western section of the square was opened on…
We found an AI-powered way to make 2D design less tedious - and now it's just $199 (MSRP $540)
TL;DR: Lock in a 1-year subscription to Autodesk AutoCAD LT and make your 2D rendering process a whole lot easier for only $199 (MSRP $540). It's 2026 — if you're working on every tiny detail of your 2D drawing, you're doing it wrong.
Naruto Unveils Dark New Itachi Design, And It's 10/10 Perfect
As if its protagonist's warnings never to underestimate him were not enough, the hype for Naruto is still very much alive and indeed ramping up in 2026. In addition to the steady stream of new chapters of its ongoing sequel series, set to return…
How to host the perfect dinner party with interior designer Nicole Hollis
Based in San Francisco, Nicole Hollis has created an interior design empire known for merging fine art, fashion and nature. The US400 honoree specialises in high-end residential design, including the recent interior renovation of a Mickey…
30 creatives design Wallpaper* magazine a 30th birthday 'cake'
It started with an invitation – to create a birthday cake to mark our 30 years in print, as celebrated in the October 2026 issue of Wallpaper* – sent to visionaries from across the creative industries that represent Wallpaper's…
We've rated the 5 biggest iPhone 18 rumors ahead of Apple's launch event - from new designs to bigger batteries and beyond
We've been hearing about the iPhone 18 series since even before the iPhone 17 landed, and if you include the foldable iPhone Ultra — which is said to finally be launching this year — then leaks and rumors have been circulating for…
Grand Designs future confirmed by Channel 4 after 27 years on air
Channel 4 bosses have confirmed the future of Grand Designs after almost three decades on air. The iconic and much-loved house building and design show, which launched back in 1999, returns this month with four extraordinary new builds and two…
Oakland Town Center Project Advances Amid Design Debate
Oakland town commissioners gave preliminary approval on August 25 to a sprawling new commercial development at the northwest corner of State Road 50 and Catherine Ross Road, but not without airing sharp concerns about whether the project looks and…
US ambassador-designate John Breslow arrives in Cyprus
US ambassador-designate John Breslow has arrived in Cyprus to take up his post, becoming the first non-career political appointee to serve as Washington's ambassador to the island. In a post on X on Saturday, the US embassy in Cyprus said Breslow…
Transformers Brings Back Mirage's Latest Movie Design With a More Accurate New Look
Mirage has been a staple of the Transformers franchise since it debuted, with his most recent major appearancein the brand's latest live-action movie. Three years after release, this film is still inspiring new collectibles, including a model kit…
Land Rover's Baby Defender Borrows A New But Old Design Trick From Big Brother
Latest baby Defender prototype features Defender family's trademark rear-mounted spare. EMA architecture promises 800-volt EV charging, though hybrid power will also be available. Competition will include Mercedes' baby G-Class and even a…
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