Lyst’s Seeker series celebrates creatives who know what they want, and hunt down the things they love. This isn’t about collections, obsessions or status symbols, it’s about the value of finding the items that bring you joy. It’s about things not stuff, and the stories behind the search.
The creative community in East London is known for its experimental fashion tastes. Yet even the most unique among us tend to fall into different ‘style tribes’ (and we don’t mean the beard, high-tops and skinny jean cliché). We’re all influenced by our environment and those who share the same interests, and can often find […]
Lyst’s Seeker series celebrates creatives who know what they want, and hunt down the things they love. This isn’t about collections, obsessions or status symbols, it’s about the value of finding the items that bring you joy. It’s about things not stuff, and the stories behind the search.
There are few things more ubiquitous than a Herschel-donning guy on a bike. We get it, they’re roomy and simple, sturdy and stylish. But, there are other options out there and because you’re busy and important and probably on a deadline, we’ve rounded ‘em up for you. And not only that, we’ve told you why they’re so good. Feel free to use these descriptions word-for-word when someone asks about your new kit because you’re busy. And important. And probably on deadline.
If there was ever a time to embrace work shirts it’s now. They’ve had a reinvention as of late and we’ve moved beyond a simple oxford slim fit. Look-at-me sleeves, back detailing (or no back at all), and all of the ruffles are taking over and we couldn’t be happier about it. These ones are the best and you can wear them to brunch with shorts or with palazzo pants to the office.
Originally strictly weekend and casual wear, the humble sneaker is now a daily regular. Consistently one of Lyst’s top searched categories, the demand is ramping up every year and, quite often, footwear is the considered the personality point of a ‘look’. Black jeans and tees all day long but turn to sneakers for a point of personality. Off the back of Lyst’s hugely successful Greatest Sneakers of All Time exhibition, we’ve collated 12 of the most interesting sneaker facts you probably didn’t know.
A young photojournalist from Mumbai has been using Instagram to tell the story of the city’s local trains. Her account is real, intimate and poetic.
If you enjoy looking at logo designs, prepare to lose a few hours with a new website, Logobook, which collates identities going back to the 1950s.
We speak to the team behind Typesetting, a new online project that seeks to document the city’s typographic heritage
While the cast and cinematography of BBC1’s Taboo has been rightly praised, it’s the rendering of 19th-century London in all its filthy glory that really marks it out from other TV period dramas
Droga5 London’s trio of ads for Uniqlo demonstrate the thoughtfulness that goes into making the brand’s products with quirky dancing and a cinematic spot about sweat
Creative festival Design Indaba returns to Cape Town next week with talks from designers, artists and digital entrepreneurs as well as a music, film and exhibition programme
One of the most respected and trusted awards for the advertising and design industries are back for 2025. Run, don’t walk to get your entries in before the Early Bird Deadline on 25 October
Growth is a dream for many businesses, but it comes with challenges. Daisy Crowder, brand and marketing director at design recruitment agency Craft, offers advice on how to navigate the change and keep staff on side
The Danish luxury fashion label has spearheaded the characterful evolution of Scandi style. Here, chief brand officer Priya Matadeen discusses its approach to collabs, the pressures of being a responsible brand, and how Ganni Girls grew from a hashtag to a badge of belonging
Brands are saying sorry at a more rapid rate than ever. CR’s advertising columnist Ben Kay delves into why sorry is no longer the hardest word and whether this is an effective strategy for winning audiences
By loosening its approach to advertising, and engaging with its audience directly, the drinks brand has transformed with the times and won a whole new set of fans
Kelly Grovier’s new book charts the artist’s persistent dialogue with classic and contemporary art
We speak to Lego’s VP of global brand development Alero Akuya about the brand’s rare ability to straddle the physical and virtual worlds with ease – whether through its immersive new art exhibition in Paris or collaborations with Epic Games and Nike
The Pentagram partner has created the titles for the acclaimed new Netflix show, which reimagines the Greek myths in a contemporary setting
A new book from Reel Art Press collates the first comprehensive history of film posters. We explore why they remain an underappreciated area of cultural design
Mark Sinclair talks to the artist and designer about his new book, Lost Ordinary Magic, and the importance of recognising the power of simplicity and the everyday wonders that surround us
We explore how the 90s, an era the UK looks favourably upon for its thriving culture, are continually inspiring a stagnated creative industry
The band’s surreal new album visuals explore a darker, more grotesque side of romance. We speak to the creative team behind the campaign about challenging the visual tropes of rock music