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“I Miss My Family, but I’ll Never Speak to Them Again”: Six Women on Family Estrangement
Opinion What a ‘no-contact’ Christmas really feels like
By Mischa Anouk Smith
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Christmas Is The Perfect Time To Embrace "Betterment" - How To Make Your Festivities Sustainable, According to an Eco Pro
Our resident sustainability columnist, Lucy Siegle, is back - and in the festive spirit.
By Lucy Siegle
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Matilda Bea’s Top 7 Tips for Holiday Season Hosting
The self-confessed “dinner party obsessed London girlie” shares her failsafe Christmas hosting tips
By Mischa Anouk Smith
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How to Tell Your Family You’re Not Going Home for Christmas
7 simple, guilt-free steps for navigating one of Christmas’ trickiest conversations
By Mischa Anouk Smith
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How To Navigate Party Season Without A Plus One
Everything you need to know (and avoid) if you’re going to a Christmas party without a plus one
By Mischa Anouk Smith
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More Women Are Investing in Supercars, and Ferrari’s Purosangue Makes It All the More Practical
I spent two days behind the wheel of these serious supercars, and the value is much higher than a price tag
By Lauren Cunningham
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Easy Escapes: The Reeds at South Lodge Hotel—A Luxury Waterside Escape You Won't Stop Raving About
A sustainable and tranquil waterside lodge with a world-class spa
By Dionne Brighton
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I Used to Hate Winter, but Nordic Wintering Trends Have Completely Changed My Mind
In my endless quest for inner calm and the answer to winter fatigue, I stumbled upon Nordic hygge-style techniques that solved my seasonal blues and winter burnout.
By Mischa Anouk Smith
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Soho Hotel's New Afternoon Tea Features Tudor-Inspired Finger Sandwiches And Pastries Inspired By The Six Wives of Henry VIII
Tuck into Boleyn’s Strawberry Biscuit or Seymour’s ‘Heart of Stone’ Blueberry Choux
By Lauren Hughes
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Easy Escapes: Destino Five Ibiza is a reimagining of the Pacha institution, offering the perfect blend of chic interiors, incredible dining and poolside relaxation
Destino Five Ibiza has recently gained Five Star status after its epic makeover from Dubai-based Five Hotels and Resorts
By Lauren Hughes
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Easy Escapes: This English castle stay is straight out of a fairy-tale
I checked in to Leeds Castle, Kent
By Marie Claire
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After Hours of Searching, I Can Declare These the Very Best Homes & Interiors Christmas Gifts
Your ultimate guide to stylish gifting for everyone on your list
By Amelia Yeomans
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Easy Escapes: The Crane Resort is Barbados' most peaceful retreat on the lesser-known east coast
A heritage hotel that offers true escapism
By Lauren Hughes
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The Unsung Hero of Every Family Christmas? Your Phone Signal
Sponsor Content Created With EE
From streaming in the countryside to hotspotting for the whole family, here's why EE's award-winning network might be the real MVP this festive season
By Niamh McCollum
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Hidden Cameras, Deepfakes, Stalkerware: Why Digital Violence Against Women is Rising
This year’s 16 Days of Activism campaign is confronting the worrying rise of online abuse against women
By Mischa Anouk Smith
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Overwhelmed By The Influx Of Sales Messaging? 5 Ways To Shop Mindfully This Black Friday
Your guide.
By Ally Head
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Regenerative Cotton is About to Go Mainstream—Here's Everything You Need to Know
Where organic cotton once reigned supreme in sustainable fashion circles, a new category is quickly taking over
By Lauren Cunningham
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As COP30 Kicks Off in Brazil — Why the Annual Climate Conferences Are Confusing, Chaotic, Exhausting, and 100% Necessary
Our sustainability columnist, Lucy Siegle, is back this month, discussing the confusing yet crucial yearly event that is COP.
By Lucy Siegle
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Damning New Emails Allege Donald Trump Knew of Jeffrey Epstein’s Conduct
Newly released emails suggest Jeffrey Epstein claimed Donald Trump “knew about the girls.”
By Mischa Anouk Smith
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Will AI Take My Job? For Many Women, It Already Has.
As AI takes over routine tasks, women face new opportunities – and unseen threats. How we adapt now could define the future of work.
By Mischa Anouk Smith
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When is Mercury in retrograde this year, and how can we navigate it?
By Jenny Proudfoot
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I’m Tired of Managing My Safety — Men Need to Manage Their Behaviour
Opinion Every night, I think about women’s safety after dark in the UK, here’s what needs to change
By Mischa Anouk Smith
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RIP Halloween, Long Live Gothmas
Moody, magical, and ever so slightly over it, this year’s festive aesthetic is gloriously dark and perfect for 2025.
By Mischa Anouk Smith
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Trust Me, I’m a Sustainability Editor – 18 Stylish and Sustainable Launches That I Can’t Stop Thinking About
It isn’t all doom and gloom - these chic launches will make lowering your footprint seriously simple.
By Ally Head
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From Romantasy Retreats to Glow-Cations – These Are the Biggest Travel Trend Predictions for 2026
By Jadie Troy-Pryde
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Wellness Escapes: Kimpton Atlântico Algarve Delivers Luxurious, Restorative Wellness With a Contemporary Twist
Expect rooftop views, unrivalled interiors and an enviable health suite
By Amelia Yeomans
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We Hosted An Exclusive Event With Renault To Discuss How Electric Vehicles Are Reshaping The Landscape
Sponsor Content Created With Renault
The event celebrated the rebirth of the Renault 4, a '60s Parisian classic
By Lauren Hughes


