Fashion designers don’t invent colours but luxury labels tend to lead the charge when it comes to shades reaching cult status. In 2021 Bottega popularised Kelly green, while Valentino initiated last year’s craze for Barbie pink. In 2023, Versace is proving the power of pansy purple. Sitting somewhere between deep […]
I’ve got a case of skincare fatigue and in a world saturated with beauty brands, you’d be forgiven for admitting it, too. From cleansers to serums, products with big claims and buzzy ingredients are churned out left, right and centre. But one brand which always captures my full attention is […]
Since launching in 2014, Olaplex has become the go-to brand for hair repair. The company, with its patented technology designed to essentially reconnect broken hair bonds, paved the way for an entire category around ‘bond repair hair-care — and it has resulted in countless imitators to boot. But now, Olaplex […]
I have never been excited by the prospect of a large wedding. I’d prefer a slow and calm moment. Mainly because the logistics of a traditional wedding (especially a large one) sounds overwhelming, with couples pressured by an unending cycle of catering to the needs and emotions of other people […]
When it comes to astrology and understanding asteroids, it’s best to consider them as the salad dressing that’s added to the already delicious meal. It’s an extra spice that adds flavour and greater self-awareness to an already complex, delicious, and pungent dish. Asteroids are ancient space rubble that have become […]
Personal style is an enigma. For decades, magazines have claimed that each season, a new set of trends are the key to honing your personal style, while, in recent years, content creators have paraded their own versions on Instagram and TikTok, offering their followers a glimpse into how they unlocked […]
Welcome to Money Diaries, where we’re tackling what might be the last taboo facing modern working women: money. We’re asking a cross-section of women how they spend their hard-earned money during a seven-day period – and we’re tracking every last penny. This week: “I’m 27 years old and live in London. […]
Somewhere along the way (likely due to a combination of misogyny and ageism), the word ‘mumsy’ became a bit of a dig. Synonymous — perhaps unfairly — with sensible handbags and practical footwear, it means that Mother’s Day gifts are often uninspiring — and we for one think your fave […]
In 2019 I began losing control of my body and started having seizures. Initially they were every few months but became increasingly frequent until they were happening four times a day, lasting up to an hour at a time. My right arm developed a permanent tremor and I suffered from […]
Thanks for reading Can We Talk?, a sex and relationships column that aims to tackle the burning questions about sex, dating, relationships, and breakups that you’re too afraid to ask your partner — or maybe even your besties. Last time, relationship therapist Moraya Seeger DeGeare, LMFT, helped a reader who […]
