Victoria Beckham, fashion icon and former Spice Girl, has released a documentary that offers a rare glimpse into her life behind the cameras. While the series is fascinating for fans, especially those who follow her fashion brand, it also raises broader questions about how society and the media in particular talk about women and their … Continue reading Victoria Beckham is reclaiming the conversation on her life
Too Much Knowing: Rereading Nicholas Carr in 2025 When Nicholas Carr published his article “Is Google Making Us Stupid?” back in 2008, he voiced a worry that felt both personal and prophetic: that his mind, once capable of settling into the slow rhythm of a book or the unbroken focus of long reading, had been rewired by … Continue reading Do We Know Too Much?
With turmoil all around us, maybe it comes as no surprise that Gen Z feel so nostalgic for the past? Two months ago, I turned 22! I spent the week in Paris with one of my closest friends, Isabelle. We explored, shopped, went to museums, ate gorgeous food, chatted, drank lots of wine, reminisced on … Continue reading Why Gen Z are the most nostalgic group of people
On TikTok and beyond, September is being crowned the true New Year. There’s something about this date that feels like the beginning of a new era with an invitation to pause, set clear goals, and step into the months ahead with intention. January often arrives with pressure, expectation, and exhaustion. After weeks of holiday chaos, … Continue reading BTW: September 1st is the new January 1st
People in the UK check their phones on average every 12 minutes, with an average daily screen time reportedly reaching nearly five hours. More than some people sleep… In July, I went on a camping trip and decided to fully unplug. My screen time for the whole weekend was just 18 minutes (all of which … Continue reading Could we live without our phones? Do we want to?
A love letter to the countryside The countryside is where the inspiration I’ve gathered in London finally has the space to bloom. There’s a kind of quiet clarity to it, a slowing down that gives form to ideas only half-formed in the city’s rush. It always brings to mind that moment in Atonement when we … Continue reading Fashioning a Slower Life: Lessons from Brunello Cucinelli and Rousseau
In the contemporary digital age, knowledge is no longer simply a shared public good – it has become a commodified asset, repackaged, monetised, and relentlessly circulated by a new class of cultural actors: influencers. Once confined to the fringes of media, these figures now dominate our feeds, shaping public discourse and occupying positions once held … Continue reading The Knowledge Economy and the Commodification of Influence
A deep dive into Eighteenth Century fashion and society In the grand tapestry of fashion history, certain figures stand out, their influence echoing through centuries. One such icon is Marie Antoinette, Queen of France, whose life and style continue to captivate and inspire. The Victoria & Albert Museum, a renowned institution for art, design, and … Continue reading Why the Marie Antoinette exhibit at the V&A should be in your calendar
If you type “ChatGPT therapist” into Google, the first result you are likely to see is a Reddit thread boldly titled “ChatGPT therapy saved me”. As you scroll through the hundreds of comments left beneath it, you’ll find countless individuals sharing deeply personal stories, accounts of how speaking to an AI chatbot has salvaged crumbling marriages, … Continue reading Can I use Chat GPT for therapy?
Londoners have mastered the art of impromptu meet-ups to enjoy life without spending money in the city. In the digital age, London remains a hub of connection and communication. Last week, while wandering through Clapham Common with my auntie and uncle, showing them some of my regular haunts, they pointed out something that had become … Continue reading The beauty of Third Places
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