Material Science

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Reading Marquetry: How Luxury Furniture Turns Wood, Shell and Metal into Visual Narrative

Marquetry transforms flat luxury furniture surfaces into visual narratives using thin veneers, shell, and metal, creating depth and shimmer through specific craft decisions. Understanding these techniques and materials is key to appreciating the artistry and value of this decorative craft.

Julian Beaumont·October 21, 2026

Model wearing a futuristic Iris Van Herpen couture gown that glows with contained blue plasma, showcasing radical material innovation on the runway.

Fashion

Fall 2026 Couture: Plasma Dresses & Radical Innovation

Iris Van Herpen unveiled wearable dresses that glowed with actual plasma for the Fall 2026 couture season, pushing the boundaries of material and technology on the runway.

Julian Beaumont·August 2, 2026