Art

Music: Bach’s tunes to sleep to, and a brief history of commissioned work.
Bowie: Lady Gaga doesn’t realize he wasn’t just about poses and clothes.
Nobel: Did the committee change its politics with its awardees this year?

Fashion

Blahnik: The man behind the heel.
Moustache: Is America ready for a president with a furry upper lip?
Business casual: The last two decades and the tech boom led to a spate of ugly outfits.

*Photo courtesy Observe the Banana.