@muse

@muse

Sep 26, 2026 | FASHION, MEDIA, MEDIA, FASHION, MUSIC, MUSIC, TECHNOLOGY, TECHNOLOGY

@muse was, until recently, the Instagram and X handle for Matthew Bellamy, Dominic Howard, and Chris Wolstenholme, aka Muse. 

Millions of followers, needless to say.

And yet even they had to change their social media handle to leave the username for “someone.”

Someone more important?

No, someone more influential.

So now you can find Muse at @museband, while @muse is now occupied by the new AI product.

Muse is an AI-powered personal assistant developed by Meta that, to quote the official description, helps you manage every aspect of your life.

On the subject of Matt Bellamy, in an interview with iHeartRadio, he stated that he had spoken directly with Mark Zuckerberg about it: “Don’t touch the music” is what he told him after seeing the beta version before the launch.

@museinfo_fr

Matthew Bellamy about the Meta AI name “Muse” and the change for “Muse band”. via iHeartRadio #muse #museband #mattbellamy #la #meta

♬ son original – museinfo_fr

Officially, it’s a trademark issue.

In practice, it’s a matter of money.

As always.

Legend has it that Meta chose the name “Muse” specifically to evoke an inspiring muse.

@muse is supposed to be an advanced interactive assistant capable of organizing your day, for example, by rescheduling a flight, filling out forms, writing emails, and handling similar tasks through the interconnection of apps.

What do you think?

Useful or unsettling?

Pensierini posted a discussion about the risks of Artificial Intelligence; if you missed it, you can find it here.

Want a laugh?

According to Reuters, there are human staff behind Muse: there are people who carry out some tasks that apparently still fall under the category of “science fiction” for AI.

So what can artificial intelligence really do?

Sure, ChatGPT is now chatting with lots of people.

And do you remember the Diny dancers? 

@muse

Well, during the massive Vogue World Milano event, two robots walked the runway alongside models, artists, and dancers.

Miuccia Prada’s expression is already legendary.

I’d love to hear your reaction, too.

Actually, the theme of this fifth edition of Vogue World in Milan was precisely a celebration of human ingenuity in the age of AI.

I recommend watching the entire video to appreciate the journey through past and present that pays homage to art in general—not just fashion.

To come full circle, speaking of muses, I’d say: let’s hold on tight to beauty.

KILLER PANTS

KILLER PANTS

Aug 23, 2026 | FASHION, WHO CARES

Killer pants? A slightly bold claim, a trend, or rather, I’d say more of a fad.

I really hope this whole “killer pants” thing has gone viral, perhaps because something got out of hand, as they say.

It seems that the web is flooded with videos and photos of girls who have fallen because of a particular kind of pants produced by a well-known brand.

As you can see in the photo, these are loose-fitting, soft pants that look anything but treacherous.

I would have classified them as comfortable.

A version of the famous palazzo pants.

How can you not immediately picture those very distinctive ’60s looks? More precisely, they were called “palazzo pajamas” because they were paired with shirts or blouses made of the same fabric and color.

Although, in reality, wide-leg pants are perhaps the ancestor of classic trousers, as they were a precursor in an era when clothing for women that didn’t include a skirt was still unthinkable.

Going back in time, we can look to Coco Chanel, just to name a huge icon and her high-waisted wide-leg pants during the war years: no longer just for horseback riding or the beach.

Other icons of the pants look include Marlene Dietrich and Greta Garbo; here you’ll find some of Katharine Hepburn’s outfits.

Why haven’t these mass incidents ever occurred?

If I may venture a hypothesis, clothes used to be strictly made-to-measure; later, with the advent of ready-to-wear, at least the length could be adjusted, either with the help of a seamstress or even on one’s own.

Do you know how to sew a hem?

Could it be that it’s now acceptable to step on a pant leg that falls under your shoe? I’m just asking.

There are so many styles and fabrics, here’s a selection from Vogue. 

So what could be particularly dangerous about that specific style?

While I wait for you to tell me your opinion, I’ll wrap up by mentioning that my husband gave me a pair of pants in that exact style, they’re striped with a peplum, and the belt loops are wide enough that I could even use a twilly instead of a belt.

Let’s hope we don’t fall… you know I love mystery novels and thrillers, but killer pants? Not so much 🙂

COFFEE CLUBBING

COFFEE CLUBBING

Feb 7, 2026 | FASHION, MUSIC

Coffee clubbing is the new trend in house clubbing known as soft clubbing.

What does that mean?

It means new times for listening to music, complete with DJ sets, and getting together.

A bit like the “upside down” version, if you like…

No more late nights: meeting in the morning!

For some, it’s even feasible during the week, if you have time before the day starts, for example from 7 to 9 a.m., otherwise on Sundays.

Easy.

It seems that the search for the origin takes us north.

For example, on this profile @copenhagenfrow you can find a series of very nice photos that represent the concept: stylish people, very trendy and sophisticated looks, portraits in front of various cafes.

But of course, Milan is not far behind.

Here are a few places to go.

What do you think?

Would you go to one of these “cappuccino and croissant” happy hours?

Do you remember when we talked about the various types of movie breakfasts? 

Now we can add the musical version.

MIRANDA IS BACK!

MIRANDA IS BACK!

Oct 4, 2025 | MOVIES, FASHION, FASHION, MOVIES

Miranda is back!

Rumours have been circulating for some time now: the iconic success of The Devil Wears Prada has placed it among the films that film producers are considering investing in for a remake or sequel.

We will therefore see Meryl Streep reprise her role as Miranda Priestly.

Miranda is back

Surprisingly, during Milan Fashion Week, Miranda and Nigel arrived together with the other guests to attend the Dolce & Gabbana fashion show. 

Gabbana with two b’s 😉 😀

Miranda is back

In particular, for this fashion show, the two famous designers were inspired by the idea of pyjamas.

What do you think?

Since we are at the beginning of autumn and, although the days are still beautiful and pleasant, the temperature drops significantly during the night, I ask you:

pyjamas yes or pyjamas no?

Classic pyjamas or fancy pyjamas?

Returning to Miranda, we know that, unlike her alter ego in the real world she retains her position as editor-in-chief of Runway.

Miranda is back

I find this image, which depicts the two of them almost as mirror images, very amusing.

But Andy?

We left her in jeans and a very casual jacket, about to embark on a new editorial project. How will she fit into the glamorous clothes of Emily 2?

Miranda is back

JULIA IN VENICE

JULIA IN VENICE

Sep 7, 2025 | MOVIES, WOMEN, FASHION, FASHION, MOVIES, SHOES, SHOES, WOMEN

Julia in Venice for the first time at the Film Festival. 

Julia returns to Venice after Woody Allen’s Everyone Says I Love You.

I have always liked her and therefore follow her with admiration.

Among other things, as you know, I adore Venice, so her presence at the Film Festival is a very special combination for me.

Once again, she has graced us with her smile, framed by her unique, personal and ironic, or simply iconic, style choices.

Julia Roberts is not known for her glamorous appearances, and in Venice she is showing her true self: a combination of simplicity and elegance, practicality and refinement.

Here she is in black and white, with the trendiest bag of the moment: the Celine tote, the luggage phantom bag paired with a pair of Superga trainers like the ones we could all have.

Julia in Venice

 

Minimal sporty = chic

But there’s more: the completely unexpected cardigan featuring Luca Guadagnino’s face.

Julia in Venice

 

This version of the outfit shows us ballet sneakers that have already gone viral.

Julia in Venice

 

Is that all?

Absolutely not!

Of course, we all saw the splendour of the blue dress on the catwalk, but I would rather focus on a secondary outfit, if we can call it that, also by Versace, because in this case too, in addition to the dress, there is a message: sharing is caring.

There was a time when two women wearing the same dress to an event could be considered a tragedy.

Julia Roberts and Amanda Seyfried, on the other hand, appeared like this:

Julia in Venice

 

What do you think?

Absurd or brilliant?

Have you ever shared your clothes?

I cannot conclude without mentioning Julia’s look for the 1990 Golden Globes ceremony: history, and I will say no more.

APPLICATION FOR A JOB

APPLICATION FOR A JOB

Aug 30, 2025 | MOVIES, WOMEN, FASHION, WORK, FASHION, MOVIES, WOMEN, WORK

I wonder if you have ever applied for a particularly coveted position.

Even when faced with the impossible, do you think it is worth taking a chance, perhaps hoping for a stroke of luck, confident in the idea that “one in a thousand makes it”?

Are you a dreamer even in the concrete act of sending a CV?

I ask you this because in August, Condé Nast published an advertisement for an Executive Assistant to the Global Chief Content Director. The salary was up to 125,000 usd.

The end of June brought us the sensational news of Anna Wintour‘s  “resignation”, although in reality she left her role as editor-in-chief of American Vogue to take on the role of Global Editorial Director of Vogue, as well as being responsible for Condé Nast’s global content.

This is not fiction: Andy Sacks‘ candidacy is really required! 🙂

And all this while 20th Century Studios tells us that The Devil Wears Prada 2 is in the works…

The recruitment campaign, i.e. the search and training of staff, a neologism according to Treccani, was launched on August 13,

Who will now be bringing hot coffee to Mir… oops, to Anna?

And you? Will you tell me about your special application?

Have you ever had to face a difficult challenge at work?

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