Konfekt Korner

A special episode of Konfekt Korner, brought to you in collaboration with luxury watchmaking brand Richard Mille. We explore how the region became a place of inspiration for those drawn to creativity, craft and timeless style. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We meet artist Bouke de Vries, who recently collaborated with Belgium fashion designer Dries Van Noten to create one-of-a-kind perfume bottles made from restored fragments. Plus: a new exhibition tracing the rich, colourful history of Liberty London’s textiles and fabrics to mark its 150th anniversary. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Writer and botanical set designer Rollo Skinner on how to create the perfect tablescape, scent strategist Tracy Wan on winter perfumes and the founder of Formettā, Dr Vanessa Craig, on clean skin and sun protection. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We talk political, personal and bodily narratives with artist Mandy El-Sayegh, speak with Danish writer Solvej Balle about her new series On the Calculation of Volume and visit female community Charlie Goes To to meet Finnish former prime minister Sanna Marin. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We meet interior designer Tara Bernerd and Frette CEO Filippo Arnaboldi to talk about their new collection, visit a slow supper club for female chefs in Helsinki and meet food writer Ruby Tandoh. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Konfekt’s editor, Sophie Grove, is live in Barcelona to speak with Adriana Domínguez, chairwoman of fashion label Adolfo Domínguez, to meet Nuria Val of cosmetics brand Rowse and to chat with the duo behind Bastida for Work. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We visit Whinyard Rocks to discover how to create vintages in the UK, talk about horology and design with Cécile Guenat from Richard Mille and hear where accessories brand Neous gets its inspiration from. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We meet Swiss artist Sandra Knecht to talk about food as art, speak with writer Anastasia Miari about her new book, ‘Mediterranea’, and journey to Versailles to explore the Perfumer’s Garden by Maison Francis Kurkdjian. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We delve into summer’s sensory landscape. We speak to architect Alice Loumeau about sound in design, hear how the garden inspired photographer Cecil Beaton and visit the Barbican Centre’s ‘Feel the Sound’ exhibition. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We embark on a summer sojourn to the Aegean to celebrate the creative energy of Athens. We discover the Museum of Cycladic Art, meet shoemaker Le Monde Béryl and talk craftsmanship with Anthologist. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We’re in Dakar with designer Khadija Aisha Ba of L’Artisane. Then: we speak with Claridge’s archivist, Kate Hudson, about the hotel’s art-deco heritage. Plus: perfumer Maya Njie, who blends precision with deep personal narratives. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We explore the tactile beauty of stone with Momina Watton of Atelier278, the importance of sound with Alice Vincent’s new book, Hark, and stop by the Miu Miu Literary Club in Milan. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We have officially passed the vernal equinox. The sun has crossed the celestial equator, bringing near equality to day and night. This episode is dedicated to beautiful things crafted well, collectors, makers and inimitable interior style. We’ll visit the Finnish master of pattern, Marimekko, and discover the intricacies of its in-house printing mill; chat with Melissa Morris, founder of leather-goods brand Métier, about bags that are made to last; and meet Scottish indie-soul singer Brooke Combe to talk about her debut album, ‘Dancing At The Edge of the World’. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode is a burst of unbridled beauty to nudge us out of the winter torpor and into the spring light of March. We’ll reflect on the balance of graft and inspiration as we head to the Van Cleef & Arpels ‘Dance Reflections’ festival, discover Lebanese embroidery with the duo behind Bokja and explore the world of tarot as we embark on a journey with the cards through time. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Music, books and art are what sustain us through a period of hunkering down, so it should come as no surprise that these are also the themes of this month’s episode. We head to the Swiss town of Baden to meet musician Daniela Weinmann, who goes by the moniker Odd Beholder; speak with Irish writer Eimear McBride and head to Burgundy for a site-specific art exhibition called ‘Terra’. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this second special episode of ‘Konfekt Korner’, brought to you in collaboration with Swiss haute horologist Audemars Piguet (AP), we discuss the driving forces that unite us and the power of serendipitous encounters. We are in our London studio to discover how the worlds of luxury watchmaking and music come together to push human talent and foster powerful connections between people. Konfekt’s editor, Sophie Grove, is joined by AP’s country general manager for northern Europe, Daniel Compton, and musician and songwriter, Reuben James. Plus: a special report from ‘AP Time is Now’, a musical evening showcasing emerging talent and the strength of community. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A special episode of Konfekt Korner, brought to you in collaboration with Swiss luxury powerhouse Audemars Piguet, on the driving forces that unite us and the power of serendipitous encounters. We convene in Zürich at the prestigious AP House to discover how the worlds of haute-horlogerie and hospitality come together to deliver an extraordinary experience. Konfekt’s editor, Sophie Grove, is joined on stage by Konfekt’s style director, Marcela Palek; Audemars Piguet’s country manager for Switzerland, David Pantillon; designer and founder of Studio del Castillo, Veronica del Castillo Caldas; and Michelin-star chef at Memories restaurant, Sven Wassmer. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The first days of January are for rest and recuperation but also new ideas, resolutions and, above all, dreams. This month we’re at London auction house Bonhams for a conversation that reflects on jewellery design and human emotion with expert Kate Flitcroft. We’ll meet British artist and stage designer Es Devlin and discuss her incredible show at Somerset House, ‘Face to Face: 50 Encounters with Strangers’, and speak to writer and biographer Justine Picardie about Dior’s incredible journey to Scotland for its 2025 cruise collection. So take up a pen to scribble your own ambitions while hearing our tips, thoughts and ideas for the year ahead. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We muse on the cultural obstacle course the festive period presents us as we seek to escape from the cold – but not without the promise of winter sun. We’ll drop into London’s Tate Modern for the Gucci-backed exhibition, ‘Electric Dreams: Art and Technology Before the Internet’, then we’ll look at Alpine fashion with outdoors manufacturer Helly Hansen, meet Turkish singer Melike Sahin and chase the winter sun with a surfing adventure in Morocco. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode is something of an ode to jewels, goldsmithing and design – but also the human urge to collect. We’ll visit the imposing and eccentric Geneva home that inspires Maison Belmont; chat to the founder of jewellery brand Annoushka about the symbolism and personal history that infuses her work; and delve into the history of Persian jewellers, Le Vian. Plus: our audio essay reflects on the power of planting trees as a gesture of remembrance and hope. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.