Style
A 1950s Icon Preserved as a Family Treasure
Mercedes-Benz automobiles - particularly the marque's legendary sports cars - have been known as the "Silver Arrows" since the 1930s. Yet the Mercedes, carefully preserved in the garage of Banja Luka collector Velimir Tamamović, gleams more like gold.
Why Italians Almost Never Drink Cappuccino After Noon
If you've ever ordered a cappuccino in Italy after lunch, chances are the waiter didn't give you a strange look. On the contrary, they'll happily serve it without a word. But they'll almost certainly know you're not Italian.
Vespa: The Scooter That Became a Symbol of Italy and Freedom
Few products have managed to outgrow their original purpose and become part of a nation's identity. Vespa is undoubtedly one of them. Over nearly eight decades, it has evolved into far more than a scooter - it has become a symbol of the Italian way of life, an essential feature of classic cinema, a fashion icon, and one of the most recognizable examples of European design.
Aurora: A Morning Skincare Ritual Inspired by Royal Frankincense
In the elegant setting of Fazan Winery in Aurora, a new moisturizing cream made with royal frankincense was introduced. The product is the result of a collaboration between Kaya - House of Frankincense from Banja Luka and Lumina - House of Frankincense and Natural Products from Novi Grad.
Five Signs You Have More Style Than You Think
There are people who follow every fashion trend and those who rarely spend much time thinking about what to wear. Yet style has very little to do with expensive wardrobes, famous brands, or the number of items hanging in your closet. More often than not, true style reveals itself through small details that feel completely natural.
Five Things Every Man Should Have in His Summer Suitcase
Summer may be the only season when we truly realise how little we need to feel good. While the rest of the year is filled with obligations, deadlines, meetings, and overflowing closets, a few days away remind us that life’s best moments are often the simplest ones. A terrace by the sea, a morning coffee in a city we do not know well enough, an evening walk without a plan, a view of the horizon from a hotel room...
How Glasses Became a Man’s Most Important Style Accessory
Some people are remembered for their smile. Others for their voice. Others still for the way they walk. And then there are those we remember for their glasses. Just think of a photograph of a young James Dean leaning against a car with dark sunglasses on. Or Steve McQueen on a motorcycle. Or Gianni Agnelli aboard a yacht. We may not remember exactly what they were wearing that day, but we remember the glasses.
Porsche: The Mediterranean Side of German Discipline
On paper, Porsche seems like the perfect definition of German discipline: precision, engineering obsession with detail, and an almost mathematical devotion to driving. Yet the most beautiful Porsche moments rarely have anything to do with discipline.
Quiet Luxury on the Wrist: Watches Recognized Only by True Connoisseurs
There comes a moment when luxury stops being a loud display of status and becomes something far more subtle. Something that does not ask for attention, yet still receives it. In the worlds of fashion, automobiles, and interior design, this trend has for years been known as “quiet luxury” - an aesthetic of discreet sophistication in which quality speaks louder than logos.
The Little Giant That Refuses to Retire
It has been branded with many slogans: “All cars are driven, only the Fićo is loved,” “Our fathers learned to drive in it,” “The car that motorized Yugoslavia.” It has always remained modest, unique, and unmistakable. Simply put - the Fićo.
Step inside the world’s best hotel: Luxury setting new standards
The title of the best new hotel in the world this year went to Collegio alla Querce - a refined retreat set in the hills above Florence that has quickly become one of the most talked-about openings in global hospitality.
Face Art: An Art Form That Erases Boundaries
Flames on the neck. Red peppers, cauldrons, devils. On the face, a river, flamingos, and Eve picking an apple. Angels across the forehead. For her meeting with the HEDONIST magazine team, Mila Prosan from Prnjavor chose to adorn herself with details inspired by the paintings of Hieronymus Bosch.
The Telephone That Was a World: A Story of Design That Defined Everyday Life
There was a time when communication had weight. Not in words, but in the act itself. In turning the dial, in waiting for it to return, in the silence that comes before a conversation begins. The Western Electric 500 was not just a device. It was the rhythm of an era that valued real conversation over speed.
Zmijanje.design: A Fusion of Tradition and the Contemporary
The Zmijanje.design collection represents a contemporary women’s and men’s fashion line created with the aim of promoting the traditional heritage of the Zmijanje region. It is crafted from 100% natural materials, including cotton, viscose, linen, Indian cloth, and raw silk, with a strong emphasis on a zero-waste philosophy.
Fender: A Sound That Needs No Explanation
There are objects that serve a purpose. And there are those who carry character. A Fender guitar belongs to the latter. It was not created to be perfect. It was created to be played.
Luxury Without Noise: A New Way of Living
In an era when almost everything is shared, photographed, and displayed, true luxury becomes what is not immediately visible. It is not in logos, expensive labels, or the need to impress. Today, style is increasingly recognized through the opposite approach. Through calm, restraint, and confidence in one’s own choices.
String Art: An Art Form from England on the Banks of the Una
Have you heard of string art? At first glance, it looks beautiful, but you may not be entirely sure what it is. HEDONIST magazine brings you the story behind this fascinating technique. String art is a small work of art created using thread, yarn, or soft colored wire. To create one of these pieces, you need a solid base along with nails or pins to outline the desired shape. The design is then filled in by weaving the thread, resulting in a unique and visually striking composition.
Cars That Became Art
There are cars built to last. And there are those built to be remembered. The classics in this story have long left the garage and entered the history of design. Their lines, proportions, and details are not just technical solutions - they are pure aesthetics. They are not seen merely as transportation, but as sculptures on wheels.
Luxury With a Purpose: The Launch of the Maison de MS Cosmetics Brand
On International Women’s Day, March 8, the new luxury cosmetics brand Maison de MS was presented, bringing together refined luxury, modern skincare, and social responsibility.
