Modest fashion is often connected to the Muslim faith but the act of covering up modestly applies to people of many different religions, including Jews and Christians, and the non-religious, too. But with the Western world still viewing modest fashion as a niche market, shopping for pieces on the high […]
As long as I can remember waist beads have been a symbol of pride, femininity, tradition and heritage. I grew up in Nigeria and the delicate accessory worn around a woman’s stomach and waist is rooted deep within my culture, whether as a traditional symbol of womanhood and fertility or […]
By now Gen Z is known for leading the charge against some of the most pressing matters of our time – from political corruption and social justice, to the biggest being climate change. The rise of groups like Extinction Rebellion and the increase in social media advocacy for environmentalism has […]
Dig, if you will, a timeline. In February of 2021, boho retailer Free People added a new silhouette to its active FP Movement brand: the Way Home Shorts, a cheerful pair of running bottoms with a high, smocked waistband, and vintage-ish split hem for a fit that numerous reviewers praised […]
You never want something until you can’t have it. In The Sell-Out, we’re getting the scoop from your favourite retailers on what’s selling like crazy. Watch this space to find out what everyone’s buying, sign up for waitlists, and keep tabs on restocks. After the Most Wanted team published a […]
Our definition of sex has changed over time and with it, so have our expectations. We love hearing about the sexcapades and rendezvous of our peers — but sometimes we’re guilty of exaggerating details for storytelling effect or out of worry that we won’t measure up to some imaginary standard […]
We’re living in a world with no off switches and our burnout is at a boiling point. Powered Down explores how the system has failed us and what we can do to find our way off the hamster wheel — for good. When I first moved to New York City […]
With over 2.3 billion views for #OrganisationTikTok and a whopping 17.2 billion views for #CleaningTikTok, it’s safe to say that we’re more invested in our homes than ever. And it makes sense given that we’ve spent more time cooped up than ever before. There’s no denying the rush we get […]
I was not expecting to receive my smear test letter before I turned 25 so when mine fell through the letterbox in mid-March – exactly six months before my 25th birthday – I felt a little bit sick. Many women dread the arrival of the smear test letter, purely because […]
From mules to slides, espadrilles to gladiators, platform sandals are undeniably the shoe of the summer. The height-boosting footwear is not only a welcome alternative to heels, it’s also beach-, gravel- and grass-friendly (perfect for wedding season!) and offers that extra bit of cushioning between our feet and the ground. […]
