The rise of veganism is no longer limited to all things culinary. In fact, in recent years, a huge range of vegan cosmetics has joined cruelty-free beauty products. According to NPD, sales of vegan prestige beauty products grew by +38% in the UK, during the period February 2017-January 2018. That figure seems set to rise, in tandem with the growing…
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According to a poll last year, a fifth of drinkers are now opting for cocktails over beer and wine. However, nearly half of those surveyed have cocktail-making equipment at home. In fact, a significant proportion described themselves as ‘cocktail aficionados’. So, it seems that the UK’s love affair with cocktails shows no sign of cooling off any time soon. In…
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It may sound like such a basic question, but the reality of choosing a new paint colour is anything but simple. The world of paint is constantly changing with new colours, which mimic interiors and fashion trends. Throw in different finishes, and lots of exciting brands to choose from, and choosing paint colours can seem like an overwhelming task. Fortunately,…
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Whatever your plans are for the long weekend, make sure you fill them with delicious food. From roast lamb to hot cross buns, we’ve got plenty of ideas for Easter recipes to get you started in the kitchen.
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The future of the high street looks like it’s set to change, which could perhaps make way for more independents to flourish. So, it was with this in mind that we caught up with Fi Coe, who manages women’s fashion for the independent department store, Coes, from their flagship retail outlet in Ipswich, Suffolk. Womenswear was introduced here in September…
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If you’re feeling like your hair has lost its mojo, don’t fret. Sometimes a busy schedule juggling work, family and friends can leave you with little time for hair care. Before you know it, your motto to have your hair cut every six weeks has fallen by the way side. And your trademark highlights most certainly need a top-up. If…
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Did you know April is Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Awareness Month? This very worthwhile initiative aims to educate, inform and remove the stigma around this often misunderstood disorder. IBS is an extremely common condition that is thought to affect around 10-20% of people living in the UK, including a few of us in our studio. It refers to a collection…
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I have a confession to make: I have a thing about floors. Which is lucky, given the scale of the home renovation project we’ve undertaken! Joking aside, I do feel that flooring, in particular kitchen flooring, can often be overlooked. Think, for example, how much time most people spend choosing paint. The shopping trips, the samples and agonising over shades. (It’s…
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If you were one of the many people who thought Instagram would never take off, then you were wrong. Instagram hit 1 billion users worldwide in June 2018, with 23 million of those being in the UK according to statista.com. This means that Instagram is an essential part of your marketing strategy that you simply cannot afford to ignore. At Christchurch…
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For me, London Design Week is synonymous with international design flair and individual creativity. It’s all about pushing design boundaries within the realms of the luxury interiors market. So, this year, we hot-footed it to the Design Centre Chelsea Harbour on day two (of six) for this fabulous event. As a result, we managed to explore just a snapshot of the latest…
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Be careful what you wish for, so the saying goes. And I’m starting to realise why! I have always loved a good home renovation project. So, when we purchased an Edwardian house 18 months ago, I can honestly say I looked forward to all the necessary repairs and redecorations. So, the kitchen, utility room and cloakroom were first on my…
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