Angela Riches 
Outdoor living spaces have become an extension of the modern home. No longer reserved for summer barbecues or occasional gardening, today’s gardens are designed to be functional, stylish and usable throughout the year. From entertaining guests to creating peaceful retreats, homeowners are investing more in making their outdoor areas as comfortable and visually appealing as … Read more
Your skin changes much earlier than you might notice in the mirror. By the time you’re in your late 20s, your body starts making less collagen. By your 30s, you can begin to see the effects. According to NCBI, for people over 80, collagen production in skin that has been protected from the sun is … Read more
When you walk into a luxury store, everything feels the same as always. The lighting is soft, the scent of new leather lingers, and a salesperson greets you like an old friend. But behind the scenes, a big shift is underway. Luxury brands are quietly rebuilding their online teams to reshape their digital presence. According … Read more
Moving house can be an exciting prospect, but it’s rarely a simple one. Between estate agent fees, legal costs, stamp duty and the stress of packing up your life, relocating can quickly become expensive and overwhelming. For many homeowners, the better option is to improve the home they already love. Whether your family has grown, … Read more
Moving house is exciting, but there is no denying that it comes with a long list of jobs. Between dealing with paperwork, organising utilities, packing your belongings and arranging transport, it can be difficult to know what to do first. The easiest way to stay in control is to work through the move in stages. … Read more
Artificial intelligence is changing how people discover businesses online. Instead of searching Google and clicking through websites, millions of users now ask ChatGPT, Google AI Overviews, Perplexity, Claude and Gemini for recommendations. This shift has created a new discipline known as AI Search Optimisation, also called AI SEO, Answer Engine Optimisation (AEO) and Generative Engine … Read more
Renting commercial premises can become one of the largest ongoing costs for a hair or beauty professional. Converting an underused garage offers another option: a dedicated place to welcome clients, build a recognisable brand and run a business from home without asking customers to walk through the main living space. A garage salon can work … Read more
As friendship-focused getaways continue to grow in popularity among women in their 30s, 40s and beyond, newly opened Wine & Books by the Sea Algarve Resort is inviting groups of friends to embrace a more meaningful version of the ‘girls’ trip’. Combining exceptional wine, inspiring reads, wellness experiences and relaxed coastal luxury, the resort offers … Read more
Long before luxury travellers discovered Kohler, Wisconsin, the village was built around a simple idea: that good design should improve everyday life. More than a century later, that philosophy still shapes this quiet Midwestern community, where historic buildings, tree-lined streets and thoughtful planning create one of the region’s most distinctive luxury destinations. What began as … Read more
When you think of Newcastle, your mind probably jumps straight to industry or football. But after a recent visit, I discovered there’s another side to the city. One that’s stylish and effortlessly cool. Sitting proudly on the Quayside, Malmaison Newcastle projects this very vibe perfectly. The location couldn’t be better. With the Millennium Bridge stretching … Read more
Laura Ashley Parfum is delighted to announce its launch into seven NEXT stores across the UK from the 24th July. Marking the next step in the brand’s retail expansion and making its fragrance collection even more accessible for customers to discover and experience in person. The launch will see the complete Laura Ashley Parfum collection … Read more
Renovating an older home does not always mean tearing down walls or replacing every pipe. In many cases, small plumbing improvements can make a home feel cleaner, safer, and more comfortable to use every day. Outdated valves, worn supply hoses, messy fixture connections, and poorly organized laundry hookups may not seem exciting, but they can … Read more
