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Here’s what I’ve Been Up To In This December R.E.P.O.R.T
Find out what I’ve been up to in the first (and last) REPORT of 2024 (that being Reading, Eating, Playing, Obsessing, Recommending and Treating).Take this as your update that I’m now on YouTube! See you there x
This Boutique Hotel In London is The Perfect Place For A Bank Holiday Weekend Getaway
Photos courtesy of Experimental Hotel Group. Credits: Patrick Locqueneux & Mr Tripper With what feels like the first Bank Holiday in quite a while coming up (hopefully accompanied by some sunny skies), it’s the perfect opportunity to treat yourself to a stay in the city. The Story behind Henrietta A boutique hotel boasting 40 unique…
Travelling To Japan For The First Time? Here’s What You Need To Know
Between Japan’s travel industry keen to see tourists again after the last three years of barred entry, and the favourability of currency exchange for incoming visitors, there’s never been a better time to tick Japan off your bucket list. Travelling somewhere so culturally different, and for a lot of people, physically distant for the first…
Malaika’s ‘Dear Love’ Comforts In The Face Of Pandemic Anxiety
I first met Malaika Kamure at a university event I hosted during my first year. I distinctly remember being taken by her passion and the poetic way in which she expressed herself, so hearing that she’d released her first EP wasn’t exactly a surprise. Malaika seems to me as someone who finds fuel for her…
MAKI CO.; Reinventing Vintage Kimonos For Today’s Youth
When I first came across Maki co. (@makico.art.jp) on Instagram, I was blown away by the creativity and homage to Japanese culture that the brand embodies. Ethical and sustainable, Maki co. is about revitalising pre-loved kimonos into versatile pieces that can be worn in more casual settings by people of all ages around the globe.…
IFEOKAN Is The Latest Black Owned Brand To Watch
Olasubomi Tolu-Ogunpolu is an artist, podcaster, entrepreneur and most importantly, my sister. I sat down with her to have a chat about her latest brainchild- a jewellery brand by the name of Ifeokan. Q: First of all, for those who don’t know you, could you introduce yourself? A: I’m Olasubomi but most people call me…
Easy Ways To Shop More Sustainably
The lack of sustainability in fashion is a massive issue and it’s high time we started to do something about it. The concept of sustainable fashion isn’t new, but like almost all movements, it’s been co-opted as just another marketing tool in the cogs of consumerism. We can’t all afford to spend £150 on a…
I Meditated Every Day For A Week And This Happened
‘Wellbeing’, along with ‘self-care’ has been a buzzword in recent years . In an age where we’re encouraged to focus on ourselves and our health (physical and mental), meditation is being touted as one of the keys to mindfulness and stress release. I’ve always struggled with successfully relaxing and easing stress, so I carried out…
My 10 Favourite Instagram Interior Inspos
Hi all! I’m Shubby, a self-proclaimed interior aficionado and gardening guru; you might know me from Olly’s Instagram as her charming, witty, underappreciated style icon/photographer and I’m excited to finally take the well-deserved spotlight. For my first dabble into the blogging universe, I present to you a collection of my (current) instagram interior favourites. Let’s…
How To Have A Productive Morning
Mornings are, in my opinion, the toughest part of the day. Whether you’re going out or staying in, getting the day going can be pretty hardcore which is why I’ve put together my SIX go-to tips to make sure you get the most out of your mornings.
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