Where I’ve been and of course the “Bucket List”
A new season is always an exciting prospect, particularly summer. Longer evenings, alfresco cocktails and a whole new wardrobe are just a handful of things to look forward to. In London salons, everyone’s talking about the fresh hair colours set to take Instagram and TikTok by storm. So far this […]
We’ve waxed lyrical before about the rise of teeny bikinis but beyond itsy bitsy bikini tops, the emergence of barely there bottoms is causing big issues. Just one scroll through Instagram will show you that Brazilian-cut briefs and thongs are now the default shape for many trendy swimwear brands, with […]
We’ve made it to summer, guys – more specifically, the ultra long bank holiday. Is anyone 100% certain exactly what we’re celebrating? No. Are we ready to enjoy a four-day weekend in glorious sunshine? Yes, yes we are. For those who have bagged themselves a trip away, congratulations. And for […]
Watch your backs, eldest siblings. For too long have we, the collective community of younger siblings, have sat dutifully as you’ve waxed lyrical about the unique pressures you’ve faced as the eldest child. Sure, you’re more likely bound to caretaker and role model duties, and you are often the ‘trial’ […]
After a Barbie-less childhood and on the advice of her therapist, Laverne Cox bought her first doll of the iconic American toy brand in 2010 — at the age of 40. “[My therapist said], ‘You should buy yourself a Barbie doll, and then give yourself time for little Laverne to […]
It’s official: corsets are everywhere right now. From Bridgerton‘s Regency-era style lighting up our screens (and influencing our wardrobes) to the theme of this year’s Met Gala, ‘gilded glamour’ (which disappointed yet intrigued us earlier this month), corsets in various iterations have become a major fixture in fashion in 2022. […]
Welcome to Beauty In A Tik, where each week we put TikTok’s viral beauty hacks and innovative trends to the test. When it comes to haircare tips, TikTok is a mine of information. Where else would we have learned to use dental floss to prevent humidity-induced frizz, or that hyaluronic […]
There’s a tweet doing the rounds at the moment about the experience of loving a book but not remembering a single thing about it. As relatable content goes, it was absolutely on the money for me. I can confidently declare that I loved reading something and have no recollection of […]
I know plenty of people will claim to have paltry eyelashes but I genuinely do. Not only are my lashes short and stick-straight (common for many AAPI folks), but I underwent invasive eye surgery as a teen to correct lazy eyes. When I awoke, I had discovered that the surgeon […]
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – SEPTEMBER 26: Jake Gyllenhaal attends the 74th Annual Tony Awards at Winter Garden Theater on September 26, 2021 in New York City. (Photo by Bruce Glikas/WireImage) To say I was amped to meet Jake Gyllenhaal would be an understatement and leave out the fact that […]
