Gilda Bruno
Gilda Bruno is Livingetc's Lifestyle Editor. Before joining the team, she worked as an Editorial Assistant on the print edition of AnOther Magazine and as a freelance Sub-Editor on the Life & Arts desk of the Financial Times. Between 2020 and today, Gilda's arts and culture writing has appeared in a number of books and publications including Apartamento’s Liguria: Recipes & Wanderings Along the Italian Riviera, Sam Wright’s debut monograph The City of the Sun, The British Journal of Photography, DAZED, Document Journal, Elephant, The Face, Family Style, Foam, Il Giornale dell’Arte, HUCK, Hunger, i-D, PAPER, Re-Edition, VICE, Vogue Italia, and WePresent. She used to curate an arts column for the ITV-backed Gen-Z editorial platform woo, Stop Scrolling, where every two weeks she brought readers a roundup of exhibitions, art fairs, and photo books to check out, as well as exclusive conversations with thought-provoking voices working within the creative industry. Gilda has collaborated regularly with Il Giornale dell’Arte, the Italian sister edition of The Art Newspaper, and Elephant, written essays and forewords for a number of cultural volumes, and completed commercial assignments for clients such as The Face, PUMA, and Everpress. In April 2023, she was included in the 30 Under 30 list of Il Giornale dell'Arte alongside other Italian artists, curators, speakers, art historians, and writers currently reshaping the art scene. Gilda is the Editor of COSE Journal, an independent magazine exploring our relationships to everyday objects and their functions against the backdrop of overconsumption and capitalism, founded by Milan-based Art Director Giulia Nardi.
Latest articles by Gilda Bruno
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Step Into Your Own "Roman Holiday" With Our Cinematic Edit of the Best Rome Hotels
The Eternal City's most sumptuous boutique hotels reveal a world of intricately layered interiors that feel like a portal to another dimension. Here are 10 to get lost into this year
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Joyful, Retro-Inspired "Maximalism" is Making a Splash at the Best Paris Hotels, and It's Got Us Obsessed
From under-the-radar palatial chateaux immersed in the greenery of Montmartre to petite retreats imbued with the spirit of the city's bohemia, these are the Parisian stays we're dreaming of now
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Our Go-to Packing List for Design-Led Globetrotters — 12 Sophisticated Travel Essentials to Wander in Style
Up your journey with the Livingetc's traveler edit, bringing you only the most elevated luggage options and accessories for the adventurous design lover
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A Trailblazing "Residential" Gallery, David Alhadeff's Hollywood Home Is an Ever-Evolving Canvas
The Future Perfect founder talks the beginnings of his intimate, three-location contemporary design project, "living with art" in his LA house, and the forever-becoming essence of his ambitious talent incubator platform
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To Art Basel Miami 2024 and Beyond — 8 Surreally Beautiful Installations Not to Miss in Miami This Week
With the fair returning to the Sunshine State’s creative capital alongside Design Miami, we've selected the best exhibitions to explore starting today
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This Jeremiah Brent-Designed Door Showroom Is Every 70s Furniture Lover's Dreamland
Inspired by a love of craftsmanship and lasting, personalized décor, the designer's latest project for PINKYS Iron Doors invites you to make yourself at home
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The Best Reed Diffusers — 9 Buys That Look As Great as They Smell, and Won't Break the Bank
Whether you're after fresh notes for a floral feel or smoky fragrances that evoke the crackling of a lit fire, these compact and stylish diffusers will breathe new life into every corner of your home
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What Do the Miami Concept Stores We Love Most Have in Common? Hint: It's All in the Shapes
In Vice City, our favorite shopping destinations all draw on one of the 1980s' hippest design movements
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I'm a Travel Editor — These Are the On-Sale Coffee Table Books to Gift to Loved Ones With Wanderlust
Forget ordinary destination guides: our curated edit of volumes for design-minded travelers brings you unexpected stories from across the world, told from fresh, captivating perspectives
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At This Designer’s LA Flagship, an Unexpected "Neutral" Paint Color Captures the Feel of California Sun
Launched earlier this fall, Natasha Baradaran's West Hollywood Design District showroom channels her globe-trotting inspirations into a peaceful oasis brought to life by her signature shade
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The Best Candles, According to Our Editors — 9 Scented Buys to Bring Invigorating Fragrance and Style
Freshen up your house with our curated selection of the best candles, chosen for their captivating scents and good looks
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These 7 Collectible Furniture Stores in Miami Are the Best-Kept Secrets You'll Want to Add to Your Itinerary
From luxury décor emporiums to under-the-radar vintage design traders, style inspiration is always in stock at our favorite homeware shops in the Magic City
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Looking for the Best Cafés in Miami? Pin These Upliftingly-Designed Hotspots on Your Map
As a new edition of Design Miami returns to town next week, we've compiled a list of coffee stores that expand on the creative pulse of the fair, from Wynwood and Miami Beach to Little Gabbles
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At These Modern Miami Restaurants, Exuberant Interiors Come With the Meal
More is more at the Magic City's most irreverent dining destinations, which bring culinary delights and bold design together under one roof
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The Best Essential Oil Diffusers — 9 Fragrant Buys to Set the Mood for a Soothing Home Experience
Enjoy a peace-aiding house with our selection of scenting must-haves
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Never "Scentscaped" a Dinner Party? These Experts' Secrets Will Make You Regret Not Having Done It Sooner
We asked four industry leaders to reveal simple scenting strategies that can transform every social gathering into a one-of-a-kind sensory experience
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The Best Hotels in Miami — For Stays That Embrace the City's Culture and Design Heritage
The best hotels in Miami blend Art Deco and Cuban to become some of the most vibrant beach clubs in the world
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"What's a 'Culinary Artist'?" Inside Instagram's Hottest "Sculptural" Banquets With Imogen Kwok
Blending art, design, and gastronomy, the London-based chef and creative director's spectacular food installations turn every dinner party into the talk of the town. Here, she shares her ingredients for a memorable hosting experience
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Make Your Home SoCal-Ready With Our Favorite Showrooms and Furniture Stores in Los Angeles
Interior aficionados, rejoice! We have selected the best Los Angeles home décor shops for you, and they all put an hyper-sophisticated spin on "California casual"
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Feast Your Eyes on the Radiant, Quirky Interiors of the Best Los Angeles Cafés
From brutalist cubes serving aesthetics galore to freshly refurbished, art-plastered hotspots, refresh yourself with our curated edit of the best coffee shops in Los Angeles, CA
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Searching for Things to Do in LA This Week? Look No Further Than Julia Wong's 70s-Inspired, Exclusive Design "Lounge"
Offering a sneak peek at her forthcoming project, Hudson House, the acclaimed designer's latest WestEdge Design Fair appearance reunites some of the best names in the contemporary interiors scene to celebrate innovation
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The Best Los Angeles Concept Stores — 7 Captivating Boutiques True Design Insiders Must Know
Fill up on art, design, and shopping inspiration with our edit of the most unique Los Angeles shops, from candy floss-hued beauty havens to multidisciplinary, independent creative hubs
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The Best Los Angeles Restaurants for a Multisensory Experience — 8 Bookings Every Interior Obsessed Will Regret not Securing This Year
Feast your eyes on the Hollywood-ready interiors of our favorite eateries in town and discover what else is on the menu besides captivating design
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The Best Home Fragrances — 12 Exquisite Scents Our Editors Can't Live Without
Conjure up your home's signature mood with these delicious buys
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