During lockdowns, most of us began to miss the mundanity of office life. From the familiar scent of stale coffee to the distant hum of chatter in the kitchen and the desk chairs that knew our contours better than we know ourselves, suddenly, the little things seemed all the more […]
Sometimes, there are three versions of your job. The one that’s on your JD, the one you actually do and the one that your company expects of you. For the most part, we’re happy to go a little beyond what’s expected of us — the fear of job loss can […]
This is a photo of the full moon and clouds at sunset. August 11’s Sturgeon full moon is the last supermoon of 2022 (the other three occurred on May 16, June 14, and July 13). This means that the emotional energy will be more intense than usual, due to the […]
I try a lot of skin-care products, both as part of my job and because I love it. As such, everything from Cetaphil cleanser (which, love) to triple-digit moisturisers have graced my face. However, aside from very rare exceptions, no potion has been more sophisticated than 111Skin’s Y Theorem Repair […]
Chic, chic, chic! From their expressive use of bold colour to their willingness to experiment with prints and pattern combinations, there’s no denying that Scandinavian women are amongst some of the coolest dressers in the world. In recent years, Scandi girls have become a style inspiration globally, with many articles […]
Confident, charismatic, and perhaps even cocky, are just some of the traits commonly associated with effective leaders in the workplace. Senior managers, CEOs and directors who effortlessly command attention and can exist comfortably among diverse groups of colleagues, during meetings and in social settings, often make a favourable impression on […]
The mercury in the UK has, once again, risen to unprecedented temperatures and aside from wondering how you can WFP (work from poolside, of course) all week long, the other question on everyone’s minds is: what on Earth do you wear? While you might feel inclined to walk around in […]
View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ultra Violette (@ultravioletteau) Dermatologists and skincare enthusiasts always recommend a daily dose of sunscreen but you’d be forgiven for ditching it from your morning beauty routine. It wouldn’t be wrong to say that up until recently, SPF formulas have been less […]
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Treat yourself to one of these stylish cases. Finding the best luggage is no mean feat, especially when factoring in baggage restrictions, storage needs, durability etc. Once you’ve found the right suitcases and travel bags though, going away is a breeze. Because there’s no such thing as a one-case-fits-all scenario. […]
