Monocle’s bumper October issue introduces the new Retail Awards that honour the shopkeepers bringing refined and original ideas to the world’s high streets. The autumn Style Directory lays out the latest and best in the world of fashion. Elsewhere, the magazine documents Milan’s elegantly dressed older women, questions the relevance of the UN and the mayor of Dallas speaks on how the city is staying safe.

Published out of London, Monocle was launched as a magazine briefing on global affairs, business, culture, design and much more in 2007.