The Material Review

The Material Review

The Material Review

Issue 175: What Artists Wear, Station Wagon Supremacy, Email Openers, Kluane Mountaineering, Hipsters Ruined Saunas, Death of the Delta Cult and Spotlight On: Loafers

Michael Williams and Taylor Stacey
Apr 01, 2026
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What Artists Wear

“And the phenomenon of buying $700 paint-splattered Margiela” [Art Forecast]

Estates vs SUVs: there’s no competition

“It may not be the sexiest motor, but the station wagon will always be a winner” [FT]

Illustration of a green alien clinging to an envelope email icon with a red badge showing five unread messages

A short guide to email opening lines

“I hope you are well” and other classics [The Economist]

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