WELCOME TO THE ISSUE

Fashion is art living on a daily basis, whether it’s prêt-à-porter or haute couture. In this May issue, BAZAAR is motif-vated by figure-hugging silhouettes, geometric patterns, and OTT accessories—the epitome of fabulous retro power dressing (page 18). Adapting to the new normal hasn’t been a bed of roses, but going from bedroom to boardroom can still be done in style, even without stepping out of the house (page 32). Design in fashion, too, is all about sparking joy as seen in the exciting debut collection of Satoshi Kondo, the newest creative director at Issey Miyake, which are full of movement, flow, and artistry (page 33). Then, immerse in a fascinating world of intriguing art that effortlessly captures the sense of wonderment, from the works of Yayoi Kusama to Hamra Abbas, on page 92. When all seems bleak, there’s all the more reason to look for the light. Set your sights on La Prairie’s latest breakthrough chapter for extraordinary radiant-looking eyes (page 60) and wear the season’s trendiest nail art in cheery playful brights (page 58). As for the secret to being constantly inspired? It is to have a bigger purpose in things we choose to pursue—a value our cover star Gugu Mbatha-Raw has come to uphold in her acting career (page 68). And lastly, to all the hearts that long for an adventure, follow the magical trip of Ung Yiu Lin and Azlan Iskandar in mystical Morroco (page 100), and seek comfort in splendid star-chitect getaways around the world (page 104). Here’s to a May-vellous month!

J