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Financial saving has a PR problem. The concept of saving money is steeped in doom and gloom, with the thought of emergency funds and financial insecurities inciting fear and stress in many of us. It’s hard not to feel overwhelmed by the state of our bank accounts as we barely […]
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 26-year-old civil servant living in Brighton. […]
‘Practical’ as a gift concept conjures up an image of something dull but ultimately appreciated: money towards your car MOT, storage solutions for your overflowing beauty shelf or — the classic — socks. But that dismisses two crucial things. One: gifts like these honestly do slap. And two: you can […]
Scars can tell a story: about where we’ve been and our past experiences. In some cases, scars can reveal our identity; tribal markings, in particular, are indications of these. Tribal marks are specific identification and beautification marks designed on the face or body of the Yoruba people from western Nigeria. […]
Twinkling lights are lining our high streets, Mariah’s and Michael’s dulcet tones are echoing through supermarkets and coffee shops, and mulled wine is back on the menu. Yes, the festive season is finally here. In the world of homeware, that means one thing: it’s time to make our spaces extra […]
Etsy is many things to many people: a fountain of inspiration, a wonderland of handmade trinkets, an online hub of unique, thoughtful gifts. For Team R29, the Etsy app is one of our most used, regularly mined for vintage fashion finds, quirky home decor and one-off jewellery. We’re often sharing […]
It’s the crack of dawn, and armed with a takeaway coffee and a box full of clothes hangers, you’re on the path to setting up what might just be the coolest stall to sell your old clothes. Many people simply assume that having a good sense of style will automatically […]
St Ives, a super-cute seaside town in Cornwall, has been named the happiest place to live in the UK. The town, which has a population of around 11,000, also finished top of Rightmove’s happiest places to live list in 2020. Located around 300 miles from London, it’s known for its […]
The week ahead is going to rattle our hearts and minds thanks to the intense non-mutable energy that’s causing everyone stress. Mercury in Sagittarius and Jupiter in Pisces square off on the 6th, expanding our intellectual pursuits and philosophies. Not only that, the sun in Sagittarius opposes Mars retrograde in […]
