For as long as I can remember, 10,000 steps has been the gold standard of walking — at least, walking that’s tracked. It’s what we’re meant to aspire to achieve each and every day in order to attain an (alleged) optimal level of health. It’s become the default goal in […]
In the Bridgerton Cinematic Universe — the BCU, if you will — it’s expected that glamorous balls, fancy gowns, and romantic longing will reign over a backdrop of classical pop covers and a bevy of beautiful people of different races. In the BCU, diversity isn’t just a smart marketing tactic, […]
A few months ago, I found myself gasping at the sight of an Yves Saint Laurent logo brooch on Pinterest. Styled with a navy wool coat and an oversized striped shirt, the brooch looked nothing like the ones I grew up seeing in the baptist church I attended, where flora […]
Growing beauty communities on social media platforms like TikTok and Reddit have effectively democratised the industry by giving beauty fans the power to amplify their praise and concerns around products and brands. While that feedback can be indispensable to other shoppers making their own purchasing decisions, it’s not always good […]
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 a 28-year old marketing manager living in […]
After last month’s Valentine’s Day celebrations, we’re firmly back in our ‘dressing up for the sake of it’ era. Putting on your statement coat for Sainsbury’s? Absolutely. Turning the dog walk into a chance to show off your new Docs? Highly recommended. As we head into March, we’re sleuthing around […]
Bonjour, mon amie! I have some trés exciting news for you. Sexual wellness brand Frenchie just added a new bullet vibrator to its already delightful sex toy lineup. And it’s, in a word, magnifique. Shaped like the iconic French monument, the aptly named Petit Eiffel is a powerhouse bullet that’s […]
“For me, photography has always been about talking to and connecting with people in real life. I’ve always been interested in music subcultures and the idea of a collective identity within them. Not having access to that during the pandemic meant I had to find new things to document. I […]
Few beauty brands are as revered by skincare obsessives and novices alike as Drunk Elephant. With its colour-pop packaging, cryptic product names and smart approach to layering, it was always destined to become social media clickbait. All the superstar ingredients you would want to include in your routine are here, […]
If you’ve been on TikTok recently, you’ve probably been met with countless women referring to themselves as ‘midsize’. The #midsize hashtag has amassed over 4 billion views and includes ‘get ready with me’ videos, fit checks and OOTD content. There’s a clear point to be made: the people in these […]
