In recent years I have become very aware of Crohns Colitis as it has affected a few members of my family as well as quite a few friends. I knew very little about the condition which seems to be becoming... Continue reading →

Welcome to mid-April, and it’s generally still rubbish weather here in the UK. But hopefully we can brighten things up, with this week’s Amanda Zips It Up. I love Jonah Hill, always have done. Such a consistently funny guy, although not... Continue reading →

Wall Street chic: the new power dressing Forget  2023’s Barbiecore pink trend – fashion just got an unlikely new muse: the briefcase-wielding, braces and loud pinstripe-wearing fat cat banker. This trend’s all about exaggerated power shoulders, tailored waistcoats (made for women, specifically) and even neck... Continue reading →

I love a jumpsuit in the winter and a playsuit in the summer – but this spring is all about the Boiler Suit. The other day I wore a boiler suit out to lunch. The men at the table laughed... Continue reading →

The 6 top stress-busting products to help you relax this Stress Awareness Month. We all need to take a little breather from time to time, to ensure that the stresses of daily life don’t get the better of us. With... Continue reading →

Welcome to this week’s instalment of Amanda Zips It Up. As regular readers will know, I love to zip up any new beauty technology — but here’s one scares the hell out of me. Welcome to eyelash extensions, APPLIED BY A ROBOT. Imagine booking... Continue reading →

Men’s Summer Swimwear 2023 Already fantasising about lounging by that swimming pool this summer? Thankfully, 2023 is promising plenty more poolside action than the past few years, so it’s time to think about a pair of swim shorts which will... Continue reading →

Beauty brands have upped their game when it comes to supplying a full spectrum of foundation shades, as well as considering different undertones, although undoubtedly there is still further to go. But it’s not always been this way. While some brands... Continue reading →

The best thing about fashion is how it allows us to express ourselves and our individuality with what we wear. But do your clothes reflect your values as well as your style? Many people express environmental consciousness, looking for sustainable... Continue reading →

Welcome to this week’s Zips It Up and Good Friday. When I was a kid, Easter was a bit like Christmas. Chocolate eggs and presents, plus a couple of weeks off school. But these days, for me it’s all about a long... Continue reading →