Monocle

Since launching in 2007 Monocle has grown and grown and is now seen as one of the most respected voices in contemporary culture. Indeed they have launched their own Bloomberg TV series, and a 24-hour radio station, to continue on from their written and printed success, as well as having their own hugely successful line of shops and ever-growing list of top-end collaborations. As part of the September issue, the Monocle editors talk the banger business and hedgehog funds with Japan's miniature success story - and a host of real characterful companies. Affairs Report - The rarest passport: inside the world's most curious territorial entity. Business Report - stopping and staying in Lithuania. Culture Report - Brazil's media powerhouse turns 50. Design Brief - Neat open line-up, 24 pages of sharp fashion