Michele Carruth, Author at deloitte.com

POV: Why are women’s bodies considered taboo by advertising authorities?

BBH’s campaign for GirlvsCancer is an example of loose regulatory interpretation in action. Developed with authenticity in mind, the campaign was crafted with research groups and featured women currently in cancer treatment or recovery, to create “striking imagery in a sensitive, sensual way,” Helen Rhodes, ECD at BBH, tells It’s Nice That. “It was a … Read more

Ten Loves: Hermes Minaudiere In Chamkila Goatskin

Crafted in Chamkila goatskin, a shiny, irregularly patterned grainy leather from India, the Hermes Minaudière pays homage to the Parisian atelier’s equestrian heritage. Reinterpreting the riding stirrup, the equine accessory boasts a dainty, rounded shape with a precious metalwork handle of silver or gold. First appearing on the maison’s AW24 runway, dangling from the waist … Read more

Have a Relaxing Weekend.

What are you up to this weekend? My mom is visiting us, and tonight we’re going to watch my favorite movie (so good and intense!). Also, Toby’s hosting his 14th birthday party tomorrow, even though he was just born. Hope you have a good one, and here are a few links from around the web… … Read more

OpenAI put ‘shiny products’ over safety, departing top researcher says

Unlock the Editor’s Digest for free Roula Khalaf, Editor of the FT, selects her favourite stories in this weekly newsletter. OpenAI’s top safety leaders left the company this week after disagreement over whether to prioritise “shiny products” or safety reached “breaking point”, says one of the departing researchers. Jan Leike, who led OpenAI’s efforts to … Read more