Zara Patel is a features writer who crafts compelling narratives about the people and stories behind fashion, art, and culture. Her in-depth profiles reveal the human side of creative work, from emerging designers to established artists. With a background in literary journalism, Zara brings novelistic detail to her reporting while maintaining journalistic integrity. Her work has appeared in Kinfolk, The Gentlewoman, and Porter Magazine before joining Nova's editorial team.
French designer Marine Serre has become synonymous with forward-thinking sustainable fashion. From her signature crescent moon motif to radical upcycling practices, Serre's work challenges industry norms while maintaining commercial success.
Vintage fashion has evolved from niche hobby to mainstream movement. Young shoppers are rejecting fast fashion in favor of pre-loved luxury, driving a boom in resale platforms and archive hunting. We explore why looking backward has become the most forward-thinking choice in fashion.
Your workspace influences your work. We visit the studios of designers, artists, and photographers to understand how they've created environments that support their creative practices - from natural light to organizational systems to inspiring reference materials.
Fashion collecting has evolved from niche hobby to serious investment category. Rare pieces from Helmut Lang, Raf Simons, and Martin Margiela command premium prices, while younger collectors hunt archives for cultural artifacts. This shift reflects changing attitudes toward fashion's value - not just as clothing, but as design history worth preserving.
Creative work demands vulnerability, experimentation, and emotional labor - all risk factors for burnout. Yet some artists maintain sustainable practices for decades. How do they do it? We speak with designers, photographers, writers, and musicians about protecting creative energy, setting boundaries, and redefining success beyond constant productivity. Their insights offer roadmap for sustainable creative life.