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How to| Keep Your Feet Soft and Smooth in the Winter months

Soft, smooth feet are easy to maintain with a little extra care!

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Models| Liu Wen

Born in Hunan, China, Liu got her start in 2005 after entering the New Silk Road World Model Contest, a move that kick-started her journey from small-town girl to international runway royalty. What makes her rise even more impressive? She didn’t win the contest but she still caught the fashion world’s eye.

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Top 5| Top 5 Body Butters to Survive Autum/Winter

Dry, flaky winter skin? Couldn’t be us (well, not this year). Between the freezing wind and central heating, our skin is screaming for moisture and that’s where a rich, buttery rescue comes in. We’ve rounded up our top five body butters to keep your limbs soft, glowy, and ready for whatever winter throws your way.

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Fashion News| Grace Wales Bonner Joins Hermès as Menswear Creative Director

Fashion just got interesting again. Hermès has officially appointed Grace Wales Bonner as the new Creative Director of Menswear, following Véronique Nichanian’s 37-year reign. This marks a new era for the French luxury house and, honestly, it’s about time.

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One to Know| Editor-in-chief Emmanuelle Alt

When you think of effortless Parisian style tailored blazers, worn-in denim, and that undone, just-perfect hair, Emmanuelle Alt is the blueprint. The French fashion editor, stylist, and all-around cool girl has been shaping how the world views French fashion for over two decades.

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Restaurant Review| Girafe Paris

Girafe Paris has been on my must-visit list for the longest time, and let me tell you it was worth every bit of the hype. Perfectly perched in the heart of Paris, this iconic restaurant offers panoramic views of the Eiffel Tower that make every bite feel like a scene out of a movie. It’s pure Parisian magic.

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Designer on focus| Louise Trotter

The Quiet Force Behind Fashion’s Next Big Move

If you don’t know Louise Trotter, you should. The Sunderland-born designer is the definition of quiet luxury no gimmicks, no noise, just pure craftsmanship. A Northumbria University grad, Trotter worked her way through fashion’s big leagues: Whistles, Calvin Klein, Gap, Tommy Hilfiger, you name it. She mastered how to make everyday pieces feel effortlessly elevated long before “clean girl aesthetic” became a thing.

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Beauty News| Saltair’s the Cult US Brand Lands in the UK

Have you heard of Saltair? The US body care brand everyone’s been obsessing over is finally crossing the pond. Founded in 2022 by model and entrepreneur Iskra Lawrence, Saltair is officially launched in the UK on October 7th exclusively at Space NK.

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Trend Report AW-25/26| Faux Fur Fantasy

This season, fake fur took over the runways and honestly, it was a whole mood. Forget subtle; designers went all in, sending out coats and jackets so plush they could double as duvets. From sleek, close-cropped teddy textures that whisper “chic and cozy” to wild, over-the-top Yeti vibes that practically scream from across the street, faux fur is having its biggest moment yet.

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One to Watch| Rio Sreedharan, London’s Hair Visionary

If hair could talk, Rio Sreedharan’s would be screaming innovation. London-based and armed with over 15 years of experience, Rio has turned hairstyling into both an art form and a mood. He started his career in one of the UK’s most coveted salons, cutting, colouring, and experimenting until he found his signature balance of precision meets creativity.

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