Italian Flair and Business Savvy: Giancarlo Mancino’s Journey in the Bartending Industry
Meet Giancarlo Mancino, a bartender and entrepreneur who has made a name for himself in the world of drinks and cocktails. Giancarlo has founded multiple businesses and brands, and in this interview, we'll delve into his background and explore what led him to this fascinating industry.
Crafting Timeless Leather Accessories: A Conversation with Sartolane’s Founder
The journey of Sartolane began in 2013, seeking to create a brand rooted in local production, made-to-order practices to avoid overstock, and uncompromising quality within an accessible price range. Co-Founder Matt tells us more about their distinctive approach.
From Songwriting to Watchmaking: a Conversation With Lorca Watches’ Founder Jesse Marchant
Jesse founded Lorca Watches in 2022 in New York City with the goal of offering uniquely designed timepieces that are not only beautiful and well-made but also affordable and reliable.
As an NYC-based recording artist, Jesse's vision for Lorca Watches was born out of his own need for a watch that was missing from his tours. His aim is to evoke a sense of romance and pride in those who wear his watches.
Capturing Modern Men’s Style: A Conversation with Jamie Ferguson
We're delighted to feature Jamie Ferguson, a renowned menswear photographer and author of the book This Guy: Portraits of Modern Men’s Style. After working for esteemed companies like DAKS and Drake’s, Jamie embarked on a successful freelance career and launched his Instagram account, @jkf_man, to capture stylish people he met during his travels.
Sipping the Dolce Vita Through the Mediterranean Flavors of Portofino Dry Gin
Ruggero Raymo, CEO & Co-founder of Portofino Dry Gin, has always been passionate about sports, food, and travel. These passions, combined with a strong bond with Portofino and its traditions, led him to create Portofino Dry Gin. The values and mission of the company have been very inspired by the legacy of a Portofino icon: his grandfather, Klaus Pudel. This has resulted in a playful spirit with an unmistakable Mediterranean character.
Exploring the Beauty of Coffee Culture with Standart Magazine
In this month's Scent of Paper interview, we speak with Luke Adams, Editor-in-Chief of Standart Magazine (@standartmag), an award-winning print-only magazine dedicated to the beauty of coffee. Every issue is ram-packed with stories of some of the brightest minds in the world of coffee.
Timeless Design Bags That Last a Lifetime
A Q&A with Vincent Roussel, Founder of lundi, a French brand committed to designing and producing bags and accessories that are both elegant and functional, while also being environmentally responsible.
No Chaser Magazine’s Guerre on Uniting Cultures Through Style
In this month's Scent of Paper interview, we speak with Guerre 'Karl-Edwin Guerre' (@guerreisms), Founder and Editor-in-Chief of No Chaser, a print magazine and a global media brand celebrating visual arts, music, travel, and culture – All things related to style.
Reimagining the Watchmaking Industry through Minimalism, Functionality, and Collaborations
A Q&A with Giovanni Moro, Co-founder and Designer of UNIMATIC, an Italian watch brand that is transforming the watchmaking industry with their minimalist and functional approach to design.
Bringing a Cerebral Approach to Film and Culture with Chris Cotonou of A Rabbit’s Foot
In this month's Scent of Paper, we speak with Chris Cotonou, the Deputy Editor of A Rabbit's Foot, a film journal founded by producer, writer, and filmmaker Charles Finch. Chris shares his background as a copywriter and journalist, how he came to work on A Rabbit's Foot, and talks about the magazine's mission to be a source of comfort and intellect for cinephiles around the world, with each issue featuring a diverse range of film directors and artists in conversation.