Let's start at the beginning. When did you develop a love for fashion and was it fast fashion from the word go? I’ve loved fashion for as long as I can remember. Growing up in the 90s, I have early childhood memories of creating shoes out of pieces of cardboard & magazine cuttings, trotting around the house, thinking it was the coolest thing ever. In my teens I’d spend pocket money on Elle Girl & Teen Vogue.. making collages and daydreaming over the outfits, ads & pages. It w

Kate, We met working together at a sustainable fashion event, you were there with your preloved brand Little Black Look, but lets rewind a few years because fashion is not where it all started for you but in Interior design, tell us how you got into that? I’ve always been creative, my dad was an architect so I would spend time with him whilst he worked, so I knew early on that I wanted to do something along these lines. I used to draw out layouts of houses and plans, designin

They say everybody has a book in them, but you have written yours and it went to Number 2 on Amazon, Have you always been a storyteller?...

I have always wanted to have a summer reads feature, Written by someone who was part of a book club, Because books are subjective, a book club member would have already discussed it with others. As I read most of my books when I am travelling or away on holiday, I wanted someone who travelled regularly too, I am going to hand you over to our 2025 Summer reads reviewer Ilana, I hope you enjoy this as much as I did. Jo x My name’s Ilana, I’m 32, and I work as long-haul cabin cr

As a luxury stylist, you work in the upper echelons of fashion, what was your first job in the industry and was it always so glamorous? Absolutely not, my first job relating to fashion was for JD sports (no shade) while studying.  After I graduated in Art & Design I really wasn't sure what to do next. That was when my dad suggested - if I was going work in retail while I’m “figuring it out” I should aim to get some luxury brand experience on my CV, as this would open doors fo

Tell us how you got into working in fashion, did you go the traditional university route or take a different path? Fashion has always been my one true love. I would sketch looks in school, dress up my unwilling sister and dream of unique details like ruffles and velvet blazers. After years in corporate, my life was upended when I fell ill in 2022. I left my career and never went back. As I rebuilt, I knew I wanted to pursue something creative. Deciding to share my preloved st

This is a slightly different feature for us, But we felt it was an important one given the statistics around cancer. Ever been in a situation where somebody you know is going through treatment and been stuck for what to say? I asked one of the bravest people I know, Natalie Bulmer aka @nattyboobooo, Writer-editor, swimmer & horror-film lover to answer some questions about her cancer diagnosis, peoples reaction to it and the ongoing treatment. I also asked her to give me some

Annie, your Instagram bio reads, Stylist, Art Director and Professional Rummager so I immediately wanted to know more because rummaging for Vintage is my job and hobby, How did you become a stylist? And tell us more about the rummaging!  The rummaging started early. As the youngest of four, I was constantly pinching pieces from my siblings’ wardrobes—two brothers, one sister—and changing outfits three or four times a day as a toddler. I didn’t know what “designer” meant, but

How did you get into wedding planning? And what was the first event you planned? I feel like I’ve always been a planner- I’m the eldest of 5 so I like to think of myself as the Family Manager who plans the get-togethers and makes an occasion out of anything! I always wanted to go into weddings, but started out in corporate events and built a solid base in that before finally giving in to the passion project just before Covid- impeccable timing! The two worlds are so different

So much has changed for you since you did our Italian love story feature  you have opened a new restaurant Vivi and had a baby, so we wanted to catch up with you to see how your approach to cooking has changed now you have even less time on your hands? Truthfully, Do chefs ever eat convenience food? The odd M&S Lasagna or jar of pasta sauce?  Any chef that says no is lying, My guilty pleasure is Kraft macaroni cheese with Hp brown sauce ! Absolute trash but I love it.  Let's

So what is The Arrangement?  The Arrangement is a floristry workshop with a twist. Each event is hosted in a different bar or club space,...

Tell us a little bit out your career / background, How did you get into Millinary?  Definitely not a traditional route. I’ve always been creative and quite entrepreneurial, making clothes and jewellery to sell from the age of 9. I worked in Karen Millen while doing my A levels. Seen a gap as there were so many customers coming in for occasion wear. Back then you could get a dress, shoes and bag all matching in Karen Millen. Lot’s of customers would be looking for something to

Twentyone09 has just launched their range of grippy socks, your background is in the beauty industry, where did the business idea come from? When I started reformer Pilates for the first time in 2024 I had no idea grip socks were a thing - let alone essential for class! My instructor supplied me with a pair before I headed home to find my own only to realised the options were super limited, If I wanted socks that weren’t plain, boring, or widely overpriced (£25 for a pair) I

How did you get into the Fashion Industry, Was it always your chosen career path? I was planning on studying fashion buying at university...

Q: Tell us a little bit about yourself, did you work in fashion before? I’ve never worked in fashion professionally, though I’ve always...

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