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If You Like Missoma, Then You’ll Love These 15 Affordable British Jewellery Brands
We’re currently living in a golden age of affordable demi-fine jewellery, thanks in part to a surge of Instagram-famous brands using the platform to market their up-and-coming boutiques. But mostly, we’ve got to give credit to the Duchess of Sussex. Ever since Meghan Markle’s love of British demi-fine jewellery brand Missoma became public knowledge, there has been a major move by similar brands to populate this space. While we love the Insta-famous boutiques we find online, we actually have a ton of affordable fine and demi-fine jewellery brands right here in the UK. Much like Missoma, our homegrown jewellery designers create minimal pieces that carry a certain nostalgia that we’ll call “modern vintage.” From fashion-crowd favourites like Otiumberg, Alig...
25 Stylish and Affordable Dresses That Are Perfect for Attending A Summer Wedding
According to UK government guidelines, wedding season is officially back up and running as of summer 2021. For most of us, that means being strategic with how much we spend on our friend’s big day. After cashing out on gifts, travel, and accommodation (especially if it’s a destination wedding), there isn’t much left over to invest in an incredible summer wedding guest dress. If you’re looking for an affordable outfit to wear to a wedding, we’ve got you sorted. Choosing the perfect summer wedding guest look can be tough, especially when you have to take note of the location. Whether it’s a traditional church wedding, a casual city soirée, destination nuptials by the beach, or a remote countryside ceremony, we have a few suggestions that will make your sar...
These Are the Best Nike Air Max Trainers That You Can Buy Right Now
Once again, Nike Air Max Day (aka 26 March) is almost upon us and frankly, there’s only one way to celebrate it in style. Buying a new pair of Air Max is an annual tradition at this point, so why should 2021 be any different? It shouldn’t, and we’re here to help. For those who don’t know, the Nike Air Max was designed by the American designer Tinker Hatfield in 1987, after he embarked on a trip to Paris and visited the Centre Pompidou for the first time. As explained by Sneaker Freaker, “Hatfield, who was trained as an architect, was taken by the building’s inside-out approach — with its structure wrapped around the building’s exterior. From this, came the idea to expose the inner workings of the shoe, and the visible Air window was born.” In...
Mariah Carey’s Favourite ’90s Fashion Trend Has Fluttered Back Into Our Wardrobes
Fashion just can’t get enough of the biggest trends of the ’90s, and neither can we. First slip dresses returned with a vengeance, then strappy sandals became the unofficial shoe of the summer, and now butterflies are surprisingly making a major comeback. This sweet detail was recently worn by Dua Lipa at the 2021 Grammy Awards. The Future Nostalgia singer wore a Versace dress featuring a crystal butterfly on the bodice that instantly took over our timelines. On the catwalks, butterflies were spotted all over Temperley London and Zimmerman’s spring/summer 2021 collections. But thanks to Instagram’s style set, butterflies have been making an appearance on all things clothes, and accessories, and even beauty. Who could forget those ubiquitous butterfly clips of the &#...
It’s Time to Upgrade Your Trainer Collection, and These Are the Best New Kicks to Buy Right Now
After three months of lockdown, it’s safe to assume trainer collections everywhere may be in desperate need of a refresh. Our trusty Adidas Superstars have most definitely seen us through our one prescribed walk a day, but as the time comes for life to begin again, so does the time for new kicks. If, like us, your once-shiny and white Air Force Ones have officially turned grey, we’re afraid it’s a sign that changes need to be made. That said, buying new trainers can be overwhelming (especially when new collaborations drop on the daily) and expensive, so we’re here to help you find the perfect new pair. Whether it’s a clean and classic Club C from Reebok, a platform high-top from Converse, or a chunky dad trainer from New Balance, we’ve got exactly what y...
27 Red-Hot Pieces of Lingerie That’ll Make You Feel Sexy as Hell This Valentine’s Day
There’s nothing quite like wearing pretty lingerie to feel sexy and confident, and it’s even better when it comes in red. After all, the colour is often associated with passion, love, strength, and power, making it the perfect choice for kickass women. So, this Valentine’s Day, make it all about what you’re wearing underneath your clothes thanks to these 27 red-hot pieces. From sexy bras to pretty PJs, we’ve found the very best red lingerie and sleepwear. They make great gifts, but they’re also perfect for treating yourself (you deserve it). Some of these are so pretty, you’ll want to show them off during the day too. — Additional reporting by Kara Kia You Deserve to Make Money Even When you are looking for Dates Online. So we reimagined what a dat...
25 Red-Hot Pieces of Lingerie That’ll Make You Feel Sexy as Hell This Valentine’s Day
There’s nothing quite like wearing pretty lingerie to feel sexy and confident, and it’s even better when it comes in red. After all, the colour is often associated with passion, love, strength, and power, making it the perfect choice for kickass women. So, this festive season, make it all about what you’re wearing underneath your clothes thanks to these 25 red-hot pieces. From sexy bras to pretty PJs, we’ve found the very best red lingerie and sleepwear. They make great gifts, but they’re also perfect for treating yourself (you deserve it). Some of these are so pretty, you’ll want to show them off during the day too. — Additional reporting by Kara Kia You Deserve to Make Money Even When you are looking for Dates Online. So we reimagined what a dating sho...
Feeling Cold? These 7 Affordable Brands Have the Best Thermal Clothing
I was used to be one of those people who was always cold My fingers and toes would turn to ice as soon as I stepped outside. At first, I thought there might be something wrong with me and went on to self diagnose on the web (absolutely do not recommend). Then, I stumbled upon Uniqlo’s Heattech range and it totally changed my life. Winter is a million times more enjoyable when you’re not freezing, so we’ve found the best brands for thermal clothing to save you on time and money. Uniqlo’s Heattech technology works by generating heat from your body. The brand’s jersey material (a blend of rayon, polyester, and acrylic) turns the kinetic energy from your body’s moisture into heat, and traps that heat within air pockets found in the tiny fabric fibres. The re...
The Most Comfortable Walking Boots For Taking a Long, Cosy Stroll Through the Park
The colder months can get a bit grim when we’re staying safe inside, but luckily we can still enjoy the outdoors by taking longs walks through nearby parks, forests, and wetlands. Before you get suited up for your next leisurely stroll, we highly recommend keeping your feet comfortable and warm with some of the best walking boots and trainers that we’ve picked out just for you. A long walk is a million times more fun when you’re bundled up and wearing appropriate clothing. Depending on what kind of terrain you’re trekking for your time outside, you’re going to want to invest in a pair of shoes that have a good grip on the soles, and a good quality insulated inner-lining. For days when the weather is a bit wet and parks get muddy, a waterproof upper is key; and...
NNPC seeks $1 billion funding to revive PHC refinery
The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation, NNPC, is currently shopping for $1 billion to revamp Nigeria’s biggest refinery located in Port Harcourt, Rivers State. To realise its plans, the nation’s oil company is already in high-level discussion to raise the money via a prepayment deal with trading firms. If the financing is successful, the long overdue rehabilitation of the refinery should reduce Nigeria’s hefty fuel import bill. It would also mark Nigeria’s second oil-backed financing since the COVID-19 pandemic that has added to the difficulty of finding investors as fuel demand is sapped by lockdowns and renewable energy is gaining ground over fossil fuels. The money would be repaid over seven years through deliveries of Nigerian crude and products from the refinery once the refurbis...
Coronavirus: FCT threatens to shut markets, malls
The FCT Administration has told shop owners to choose between complying with COVID-19 guidelines or having their business premises shut as part of measures to contain the pandemic. Head, Media and Public Enlightenment of the FCT Ministerial Enforcement Task team on COVID-19 Regulations, Ikharo Attah, issued the warning while monitoring the level of compliance in some shopping malls and business premises across the city. He said the administration will “not hesitate to shut down shopping malls, Maitama farmers’ market and business premises in the city that fail to comply with the COVID-19 protocols and guidelines. “From what we observed, there is high compliance by costumers and visitors to these malls and business premises, sadly, same cannot be said of the workers and operators of shops a...
Holiday shopping moves online amid surging coronavirus, retailers face shaky prospects
File Photo Long lines and crowds at shopping centers have been as much a Thanksgiving tradition as the turkey dinner, but this year, things could look different. As COVID-19 numbers continue to surge, rushing to brick-and-mortar retail stores might seem not so appealing to many, and the holiday shopping season is moving online. “More and more shopping was already moving online, but COVID-19 concerns are definitely accelerating the shift to online buying,” David Reibstein, a marketing professor from Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania, told Xinhua. The trend is evident as shown by recent data. Walmart, the nation’s largest retailer, reported that its third-quarter e-commerce sales surged 79 percent from a year ago. Amazon, the largest e-commerce retailer, reported a 37 percent ...
