Category: Fashion & Styling

No deal Brexit

Failure to reach an agreement by 31 December would result in a no-deal Brexit. Prices could go up for the goods the UK buys and sells from and to the EU. That’s because the UK and EU would trade on World Trade Organization (WTO) terms – the basic rules for countries without trade deals. Illustration by Vectors by…

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The Hoxton, Amsterdam

The Hoxton, Amsterdam The Hoxton, Amsterdam, made up of 5 canal houses, offers accommodation in Amsterdam and features free WiFi and a restaurant. The rooms are equipped with a flat-screen TV with cable channels. Some rooms feature a seating area where you can relax. You will find a kettle in the room. For your comfort, you will find free…

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Word of the Day – V-Day

Tuesday the 8th  became the new V-Day, the name chosen to resonate with VE Day that marked the end of the second world war in Europe. “mass vaccination programme” BBC Illustration Shield Vectors by Vecteezy

US Election Terms

Bellwether state: A state that historically tends to vote for the winning candidate, perhaps because it is, demographically, a microcosm of the country as a whole. A good example is Ohio, which has not backed a losing presidential candidate since 1960. The term derives from the name for a sheep which shepherds would fit with a…

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Jose Gourmet from Portugal

Those small fresh Portuguese sardines are a traditional production,  selected and prepared by hand, and canned in the traditional way The illustrations of the boxes are entrusted to young Portuguese artists If you are looking for authentic products, José Gourmet preserves are made for you! Love these packaging by Jose Gourmet from Portugal, canned Mackerel in…

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Word of the day – Alumni

An alumnus (masculine, plural alumni) or alumna (feminine, plural alumnae) is a former student or pupil of a school, college, or university. Commonly, but not always, the word refers to a graduate of the educational institution in question. To find out what matriculation means click here.

UNIQLO x Marimekko, The holiday capsule

“The holiday capsule collection is inspired by the northern weather and winter life, featuring a selection of cozy ready-to-wear items for women and children in iconic Marimekko prints by Annika Rimala and Maija Isola. The collection celebrates a feeling of meaningful togetherness. Coziness and comfort is found in soft and rich textures and deep shades…

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Word of the day – Quartz worktops

Quartz worktops are made of pieces of natural stone bonded together with a small amount of adhesive. The stone used is quartz, one of nature’s toughest materials, and a very versatile one. Quartz worktops are 90-99% quartz. The exact ratio depends on the manufacturer and type of quartz worktop. Surrey Marble and Granite Co Illustration by Kitchen Vectors by Vecteezy

Christmas At Crate and Barrel

“There’s no better time for baking than during the holiday season. Enhance this year’s creations by using Christmas bakeware. To give an especially celebratory vibe to your creations, consider using red bakeware to cook and serve the dishes. Is your vibe more minimalist and monochromatic? Opt instead for white bakeware, easy to stylize alongside dinnerware of many shades….

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US Election terms

I’ve been glued to this year’s US election, particularly because I have been working from home and able to have the news on in the background constantly. It made me think of this new segment I would like to tag as ‘GLOSSARY.’ In this segment, I will be posting definitions of words that come up…

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Selfridges Christmas

Thea Bichard. Photography: Clark Franklyn.  “It’s no secret that this Christmas may look a little different this year, but nothing (not even a lockdown) can stop us from bringing the festive cheer – and then some. Whatever the season may throw at us, we’re ready with new ways to shop and celebrate. From making this…

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