A fountain pen is only as good as the paper it's used on. Bleeding ink, floating stains and seepage through the page are just a few of the hazards that can befall even the most luxurious writing ...

When Friedia Niimura moved to the U.S. from Japan in her mid-20s, she shared a dream with many Angelenos: acting, or maybe fashion. A TV and media personality in Japan, it seemed a natural fit, only ...

Valentine’s Day prompts an explosion of red in local retail stores, from candy boxes to fresh flowers, greeting cards to lingerie. Red, traditionally used for matters of the heart, also exudes a ...

In the age of emojis, Insta stories, and snaps, the handwritten word seems to be a disappearing art. But perhaps it’s time for a real throwback; channel your inner Elizabeth Barrett Browning (have you ...