It’s nearly time to put the sandals away and let the Cowboy boots come out to play. The seasons are slowly changing and it is time to prepare for the upcoming shift of focus. And I think the best part... Continue reading →

Alkaline Water: Benefits and Risks What is alkaline water? You may have heard various health claims about alkaline water. Some say it can help slow the aging process, regulate your body’s pH level, and prevent chronic diseases like cancer. But... Continue reading →

I’m not saying I don’t love summer, because I dedicate half of it to the blue-skied Balearic Islands. However, there is a certain degree of relief when the nights draw in autumnally back in London, signalling cooler days and longer... Continue reading →

Welcome back to Amanda Zips It Up after my Balearic summer sabbatical – possibly the hottest one yet. It’s a relief being back in bearable UK temperatures. It’s September, and we’re back in the room, back to work and back to school.... Continue reading →

All eyes were on the musical superstars on Sunday evening, as the MTV VMAs got underway in New Jersey. As ever, wardrobe choice was key, and the biggest names in the industry didn’t disappoint The 39th annual ceremony was held at... Continue reading →

This week sees the launch of London Fashion Week 2022. It showcases the best in British talent, revealing upcoming clothing trends and attracting A-list celebrities to its front rows. Here are some of the most iconic moments from years gone... Continue reading →

You’ve heard the expression: you’d look good in a bin bag?  Well, it’s time to put it to the test. Black bin bags just got a whole lot chicer, thanks to Balenciaga. But I’m not talking about WEARING one… we’re... Continue reading →

Welcome back to Amanda Zips It Up.  I’m back in the big smoke briefly, after reluctantly leaving my Balearic bolthole to attend Jean Paul Gaultier: Fashion Freak Show at Camden’s Roundhouse theatre, which was a fabulous fashion fiesta of fabric and flesh, well... Continue reading →

Gone are the hand-me-down adapted men’s kits – The Lionesses won this summer’s UEFA Women’s Euro 22 in a brand spanking new bespoke kit, designed and produced by NIKE, which is now available for us all to wear with pride... Continue reading →

Beyoncé (AKA Queen Bey) dropped her new album ‘Renaissance’ this week and the accompanying artwork and photos are stunning. Mrs Carter wore nothing more than a structured metallic bikini covering as she rode atop a glowing holographic horse for the cover of... Continue reading →