For Chloé’s creative director, Natacha Ramsay-Levi, inspiration springs from routine
After coming off of a triumphant second season leading the house Chloé, the designer sets her faith in the power of habit.
Photographer William Klein has spent a lifetime looking at the world
Long revered and often imitated, the photographer surveys a storied career overflowing with experimentation and left turns with curator Hans Ulrich Obrist.
Novelists Édouard Louis and Zadie Smith on writing in a distracting political present
The novelists, famous for addressing the trauma of the present and the past in their work, seek to harness the energy of uncompromised political beliefs.
Composers Steve Reich and Nico Muhly on the music’s ecstatic expressions
The experimental composers discuss the musical ideas that, for them, burn more brightly than the rest.
Curator Alissa Bennett Details the Dark Side to Actress Lena Dunham
Actress Lena Dunham sits down with Alissa Bennett, the creator of the biannual morbid zine "Dead is Better."
Designer Kris Van Assche and musician Yoann Lemoine reflect on the last decade in fashion and look to the future
The former artistic director of Dior Homme speaks with the Grammy-nominated musician Woodkid on creativity in the age of Instagram and what it means to...
Maria Grazia Chiuri on her feminist vision for Dior
The first woman to lead the House of Dior and her daughter Rachele Regini share their thoughts on femininity, wearability and taking fashion into the...
Danish design duo Camilla Staerk and Helena Christensen define Scandinavian style
Document sits down with collaborative duo Camilla Staerk and Helena Christensen to discuss their upcoming projects and finding inspiration in their Nordic heritage
Teen eco-activist Xiuhtezcatl Roske-Martinez and Rosario Dawson sound the environmental alarm
Activists Xiuhtezcatl Roske-Martinez and Rosario Dawson connect over the voices of youth activism, now more integral than ever
Muse Amanda Lear defends being alone to artist Francesco Vezzoli
The iconic Amanda Lear and artist Francesco Vezzoli discuss finding pleasure in being alone and being original
Silvia Venturini Fendi and Delfina Delettrez hear each other clearly across the generational gap
Despite the assumed differences between any parent and child, this famously creative pair are strikingly close in questions of creativity, freedom, and the society-altering powers...
Artist Robert Longo pits excess against morality with designer Rick Owens
Artist Robert Longo and designer Rick Owens discuss throwing a punch, identity and longevity in art.
Musician Sevdaliza Escapes Expectations with Curator Beatrix Ruf
Both foreigners in the Netherlands, Musician Sevdaliza and curator Beatrix Ruf connect about migration and the role of identity in art
Pat Cleveland & Donna Jordan school Carol Lim & Humberto Leon on Kenzo’s disco days
The two Kenzo muses explain the difference between supermodels and superstars
Eileen Myles and Dennis Cooper on staying sane, sending snail mail and the old New York City
The disruptive literary figures on the inspirations and cities behind their best work
The honesty of enigmatic designer Azzedine Alaïa
The beloved late couturier opened the doors of his home and atelier in this exclusive interview
A.P.C.’s Jean Touitou rejects the runway with musician Lou Doillon
The Paris-based designer and singer-songwriter on keeping it low-key
Casey Spooner and Michael Stipe penetrate queerdom
The longtime friends and collaborators dish on projects in the pipeline
Louis Vuitton’s creative director Nicolas Ghesquière looks to the past to see the future
An exclusive conversation days before the the Spring/Summer 2018 Louis Vuitton womenswear show in Paris
MoMA’s Paola Antonelli exposes the complexities of getting dressed with art director Peter Saville
The visionary design curator and legendary graphic designer on the transformative power of a turtleneck
Fashion designer Joseph Altuzarra sublimates his sexual desires
The New York-based designer opens up in anticipation of his debut on the Paris womenswear calendar
Alice Glass and Lydia Lunch on Why Pleasure is the Ultimate Feminist Rebellion
Singer’s Alice Glass and Lydia Lunch connect on the topic of fleeing home as teenagers in Issue No. 10.
Actor Ashton Sanders embraces vulnerability with fashion phenom Selah Marley
Ashton Sanders and Selah Marley discuss African American identity and finding self acceptance
Literary giants Junot Díaz and Toni Morrison on their unwillingness to surrender
The Pulitzer Prize winning authors on the benefits of taking it slow
Whoopi Goldberg and Shayne Oliver laud being loud
Legendary EGOT winning Whoopi Goldberg and Hood by Air fashion designer Shayne Oliver chat about being unique identities.
Kris Van Assche’s Naked Truths
For over 10 years Kris Van Assche has held the title as head of Dior Homme. In Issue No. 4 the designer chats with Jo-Ann...
Composers Paola Prestini and Philip Glass Talk Collaboration, Opera, and Kickstarter
Composers Paola Prestini and Philip Glass meet to discuss the struggles of being a rising musician, collaboration and finding new talent in Issue No. 8.
Jeweler Gaia Repossi and Artist Francesco Vezzoli Observe an Unexpected Sparkle
How does value inform our culture of dress? The artisans discuss evolving tastes in Document No. 9.
DeRay Mckesson and Bevy Smith On Social Championship and Black Identity
From Document No. 9, the activist and pop cultural arbiter discuss public service and life's calling.
Polymath Yvonne Rainer Discusses How She’s Remained Radical for 50 Years with RoseLee Goldberg
The pioneer of minimalism in dance and Performa founder RoseLee Goldberg reminisce about the old downtown, the 2016 election, and radicalism.
John Cale Muses on Poetry, Sobriety, and Hood By Air with Florence Welch
The legendary musicians spark an unlikely friendship in issue no. 9 of Document Journal.
Bjarne Melgaard and Glenn O’Brien on Why Art Should Alienate
To celebrate the release of Melgaard's self-titled monograph, Document presents a conversation between the artist and journalist Glenn O'Brien.
Douglas Crimp and Malik Gaines on Queer Liberation and the Decline of Radicalism
The cultural critic and artist discuss Crimp's new memoir "Before Pictures" in issue no. 9 of Document.
Examining Gestures: Tilda Swinton & Olivier Saillard on the Artistic Process
To mark the their fourth collaboration, the pair reflect on their past works and ongoing creative journey in Document No. 9.
David Adjaye and Lonnie G. Bunch III on the National Museum of African American Heritage and Culture
In No. 9, Document presents a special conversation from the new issue between the architect and curator, whose long-awaited museum just opened its doors.
Patricia Field and Missy Elliott reconnect about style and attraction.
As both women move on to new projects, their self-identities remain central. Good friends and shopping buddies, Elliott and Field chat about what’s next.
Jewelry designer Judy Blame and Kim Jones on treasure hunting, hoarding, and getting organized.
Judy Blame compares notes with Kim Jones on their extensive collections, and reminisces about their days clubbing
Documentary Practices: Quentin Bajac & LaToya Ruby Frazier
MoMA chief curator of photography Quentin Bajac and artist LaToya Ruby Frazier explore the role of photography.
Grace Coddington on fashion’s evolution, renewal, and her third act.
An icon of fashion since her days modelling for David Bailey, Grace Coddington speaks to Joe McKenna about moving onto new things.
Fashion in an Age of Technology
Sci-fi prophet noir William Gibson and the Met’s Andrew Bolton explore the future of fashion.
Anthony Vaccarello on Discovering a New Life
Following his appointment as creative director for Saint Laurent, we revisit Anthony Vaccarello's profile from issue No. 6 with musician and actress Charlotte Gainsbourg.
Synth Pioneer Giorgio Moroder on the Big Moog, Studio 54, and Basslines with Deborah Harry
Synth pioneer Giorgio Moroder on the Big Moog, Studio 54, and basslines with queen of New Wave Deborah Harry.
Photographer and Director Willy Vanderperre Discuss His Premiere Short Film Naked Heartland
Photographer and director Willy Vanderperre discuss how adolescence and tragedy informed his premiere short film Naked Heartland with writer Alix Browne.
Belgian artist Jan Fabre on keeping audiences awake for 24 hours and passing fire to emerging artist
Boundary pushing Belgian artist Jan Fabre speaks with art curator Tim Goossens about what the passionate and uber-energetic master is cooking up in the future.
Andrea Rosen on the Passing of Time, Synaptic Experiences, and Cellphones with Miranda July
Andrea Rosen, of the Andrea Rosen Gallery, Skypes with performance artist, author and filmmaker Miranda July about her role in representing artists and raising children.
The Met’s Beatrice Galilee and architect Elizabeth Diller on new approaches to architecture
The Met’s Beatrice Galilee and architect Elizabeth Diller discuss exhibiting architecture in museums and architectures role in society in Issue No. 7.
Miuccia Prada Likes to Disturb
On the 20th anniversary of Fondazione Prada, and the opening of the Koolhaas designed museum in Milan, Miuccia Prada discusses why she likes to disturb.
Performa founder RoseLee Goldberg and artist Shirin Neshat reflect on the performance art biennial
Performance art maven RoseLee Goldberg meets Shirin Neshat at her downtown New York home and discuss taking risks and performance art’s place in art history.
Super teens Jack Andraka and Adora Svitak talk science fairs, educational reform, and Kim Kardashian
Super teens Jack Andraka and Adora Svitak chat about growing up in the internet spotlight, what confuses them, and—like any teen—Kim Kardashian West.
