COVER

Not Your Mother's China (Global Millennials)

A new generation takes on capitalism, adding a twist uniquely its own

Shanghai Postcard (Global Millennials / Shanghai Postcard)

In China's boomtown, hipsters shop at midnight, sip basil martinis and carry authentic Hermés bags

Under Cover (Global Millennials)

Giving traditional dress a modern twist, young Muslims make a style statement

Riyadh Postcard (Global Millennials / Riyadh Postcard)

Novel Approach Detailing women's lives, a book causes an uproar

Generation No Logo (Global Millennials)

Young Japanese consumers embrace local craftsmanship above all else

TO OUR READERS

BRIEFING

The A List (Notebook)

From Tokyo's color obsession to Toronto's latest mirror model, a look at the most popular mobile phones around the world

Brian Atwood (Notebook / What Do You Do?)

The creative director is spicing up the staid Bally brand

ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT

The Bright Idea

Designers are hooked on bold colors and graphic prints for spring. Model-of-the-moment Agyness Deyn shows them off

PEOPLE

10 Questions for Marc Newson

Taking Flight: Industrial designer Marc Newson talks to Kate Novack about the staggering prices his work gets at auction, aviation fantasies and why he won't design kids furniture

All in the Family (Notebook)

Swiss luxury jeweler Chopard draws on two generations of devotion to quality, craftsmanship and a certain happy spirit

Big Boss (Ceo Spotlight)

Operating on instinct and quick decision-making, Hugo Boss CEO Bruno Sälzer has taken the German fashion giant to new heights

STYLE & DESIGN

Going to Pieces (Right This Minute)

Leave it to the most industrious designers to make use of scraps left on the cutting-room floor

Roman Revival (Artifact)

Age-old gladiator sandals hold a fearsome appeal among today's style arbiters

Road Ready (Icon)

Generations of famous fans have gotten revved up about Belstaff jackets

Into the Wild (Also In This Issue)

With an earthy palette and an exotic mélange of materials, designers take accessories back to nature for spring

HEALTH & MEDICINE

A Closer Look At Labels (Health)

By using cosmetic products that are marked organic or natural, consumers are taking precautions. But does organic really make a difference when it comes to beauty?

Amazonian Wonder (Notebook Beauty)

Açaí berries, packed full of antioxidants, may be the secret to perfect skin

SPECIAL SECTION

Rio de Janeiro (Navigator)

Designer Narciso Rodriguez reveals the best places to go to soak up the vibrant local culture, food and fashion

Hotel Happenings (Notebook / Travel)

The best travel news of the season runs the gamut: luxury lodgings, airport accommodations and in-the-know info

ALSO IN THIS ISSUE

ShoPping Around

With breakout projects for MOMA and Google on its résumé, the hip, young architecture firm SHoP is discovering a fresh way forward

The Sarkozy Effect (Working It)

World leaders cozying up to youthful celebs to stay relevant (Joint nichnames in quotes)