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‘I had unwittingly created this unrealistic maternal pedestal of perfection’
Few people have the misfortune of being able to pinpoint the exact moment their second life began. If I were to pick one monumental period that shaped my life, I would struggle to find an answer. Not because I can’t think of an example, but because I find it hard to describe, or even understand,…
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As H&M bets on AI, we speak with one of the photographer’s they’re trying to replace
Fashion, at its core, is a group project. Strip away the gloss of runways and retail, and what you’re left with is a living, breathing ecosystem powered by people – stylists, producers, photographers, set designers, assistants – each adding something to the final frame. The longer I’ve spent in this industry, the more I’ve realised…
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Leeds-Based Brand ‘Fingsbyfloss’ Celebrates Second Birthday at Hyde Park Book Club
It began in a dorm room at Leeds Arts University in late 2022, and two years later, Fingsbyfloss has cemented itself as one of the UK’s most exciting sustainable fashion brands. The brainchild of founder Flossie Tuppen, Fingsbyfloss was born from a student’s creative solution to a classic problem: the Christmas gift budget. Flossie started…
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Porcelain Cherries by Lauren Bulla: A Poetic Study in Heartbreak and Healing
Lauren Bulla’s Porcelain Cherries is the type of reading experience that simultaneously grips and lets go, embodying vulnerability with the kind of abandon only heartbreak can inspire. Released in April 2024, the debut collection has since made waves both in London’s East End and New York’s Chinatown, finding a dedicated following drawn to Bulla’s raw, unpolished…
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(CPHFW) Exploring Dualities: Lovechild 1979 SS25
Where form meets function and the boundaries between work and leisure blur, Lovechild 1979’s Spring/Summer 2025 collection emerges as a masterclass in the art of subtlety and sophistication. Inspired by the evocative works of sculptor and minimalist pioneer Eva Hesse, this collection channels the spirit of tactile exploration and expressive minimalism that defined her legacy.…
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LFW AW24: Ancuta Sarca
Earlier this week Ancuta Sarca took us on a surreal journey through the confines of an empty airport lounge. Amidst the patterned blue carpet and scattered white airport-style waiting chairs, models donning Sarca’s latest creations effortlessly embodied the essence of modern airport chic. Known for her innovative upcycling techniques, Sarca brings her signature style to…
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Daniela Uribe: Luxury for All
Daniela Uribe stands out as a designer of lavish and decedent shoes who seamlessly blends a focus on beauty, glamour and grace with comfort and inclusivity. Drawing inspiration from the ardent energy of Latin culture Uribe’s striking, lavish yet refined designs have captivated the fashion world. I was lucky enough to ask her a few…
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“Crash” Mowalola SS24: Finding Beauty in Chaos
In the fast-paced world of fashion, where trends rise and fall like the tides, standing out can be a daunting task. However, at the SS24 show by Mowalola, the presence of headline grabbing celebrity endorsement was not needed, as this spectacular display of tongue-in-cheek artistry left an indelible mark on LFW audiences. Amidst the media…
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The Sole to Soul Social Club: Healing your soul one step at a time
Article was in print in “The Times of Tunbridge Wells“ “We want soletosoul to be a place where people can come to escape and chat to someone new”. The big bad world can be a daunting place. Stepping away from the security and routine of full-time education, whether that be school or university, can leave…
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The Road Ahead: What does Nicola Sturgeon’s resignation mean for Scotland?
Nicola Sturgeon took over from Alex Salmond as leader of the SNP and First Minister of Scotland in 2014 after the party’s loss in the independence referendum. As First Minister, Sturgeon was head of the Scottish Government and ran the country in line with the Scotland Act of 1998. Sturgeon had almost a decade of…
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