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During Oprah’s Interview, Meghan Markle Shared The Moment She Realised Whiteness Wouldn’t Protect Her

During Oprah’s Interview, Meghan Markle Shared The Moment She Realised Whiteness Wouldn’t Protect Her

“Oprah with Meghan and Harry: A CBS Primetime Special” – Pictured: Prince Harry and Meghan, The Duke and Duchess of Sussex with Oprah Winfrey. Featuring Oprah Winfrey as she sits down with Prince Harry and Meghan, The Duke and Duchess of Sussex, will be broadcast as a two-hour exclusive primetime […]

COVID Shaming Doesn’t Work — So Why Does It Feel Like It Does?

COVID Shaming Doesn’t Work — So Why Does It Feel Like It Does?

Last weekend, I was snowshoeing through a trail in Massachusetts, United States, with a small group of friends when one pulled out her phone. I started to mug, but before she could take a picture, someone else made a request: “Can we not post to social media, please?”  We were […]

Mother’s Day: food and drink gifts for her

Mother’s Day: food and drink gifts for her

From Fortnum and Mason teas to luxurious hampers and cheese boards here’s our guide to the best food and drink gifts for your stylish Mum. Mother’s Day is fast approaching, falling this year on Sunday 14th March – yes, you have under a week to secure the perfect gift. As […]

Here’s How Refinery29 & Messenger Are Celebrating The Women Who Show Up For Us Every Day

Here’s How Refinery29 & Messenger Are Celebrating The Women Who Show Up For Us Every Day

At Refinery29, we spend every day of the year giving props to and uplifting the voices of women and underrepresented people. It’s in our DNA. This year, in addition to the stories we’re already telling for Women’s History Month, we had a special opportunity to collaborate with the folks at […]

4 Cool Women-Run Small Businesses To Shop Right Now

4 Cool Women-Run Small Businesses To Shop Right Now

Running a small, independent business is hard. Running a small business during a global pandemic? More than a little scary. For female small business owners it’s been an especially tough year, with women being disproportionately affected by COVID-19. Women-dominated industries like retail, hospitality and beauty have experienced the highest number […]