Posts by Damian Santamaria

A Place in History: Florence

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Features

Heritage as an Investment — Set within a 16th-century Florentine palace, just steps from the Duomo, this rare offering blends timeless Italian grandeur with modern investment appeal.

SublimeClub: Brands To Follow

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Good Brands

Through Damian Santamaria’s curated lens, SublimeClub showcases ten visionary brands making a real difference. From the rolling shores of the Isle of Wight to the enduring streets of Palestine, each tells a story of innovation, sustainability, and style.

Greenwashing Laugh Track

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Ethical Shopping

When Marketing Becomes Its Own Mockery: Brands don’t need comedians to parody them anymore— their own greenwashing does the job. Pamela Prohoroff explains.

Iceland’s New Wave of Innovation

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Eco Travel

Something very exciting is happening in the moss-covered lava plateau of Hellisheidi in the South-West of Iceland. A visionary project combining nature, cutting-edge technology and engineering is creating an incredible sustainable vision of the future.

SublimeClub: Brands We Love

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Good Brands

SublimeClub is your shortcut to discovering new brands that truly matter. Curated by Damian Santamaria, a respected voice and leader in sustainable brand innovation.

Planet Positive Brands : Six Eco Leaders

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Good Brands

From high-quality hemp flooring to skincare that’s both effective and gentle on you and the planet, embark on a journey through the world of eco-conscious products with Sublime’s curated selection of top sustainable brands.

Ritul Rai’s Bioplastic Manifesto

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Good Brands

As the fast fashion industry struggles with its environmental and cultural responsibilities, emerging designer Ritul Rai offers a path forward by reimagining clothing through biodegradable materials. Her latest collection, The Last Biobloom, challenges waste, honors heritage and envisions a better future.