At a time when women’s rights, representation, and visibility continue to be contested around the world, creating space for women’s stories feels more important than ever. By Kiesha Meikle It’s easy for lived experiences to be reduced to soundbites or overlooked altogether. That’s why spaces like Her Stories Untold are…

According to growing evidence, plants in the home are a great way to improve health and support wellbeing by creating calmer, more restorative environments. It’s what some designers are calling silent wellness: low-effort elements that subtly support mood, focus, and relaxation throughout the day.

There are days when you don’t realise how tightly you’re holding your routine until something interrupts it. By Kiesha Meikle For me, that interruption came through a Nyungnay retreat at a Kadampa Buddhist Meditation Centre in Kensington. A structured day of practice: early starts, set sessions, silence, repetition. A rhythm…

I didn’t expect something as simple as walking to change my life – but it did. By Kiesha Meikle For a long time, anxiety felt like background noise I couldn’t switch off. Constant, exhausting, and isolating. I tried all the usual things, but nothing really stuck… until I started walking.…

As we move into a new year, big resolutions can feel overwhelming – and often unrealistic. At StyleAble, we believe lasting change comes from small, intentional choices made consistently over time… That’s why we’ve partnered with Power of Purity to focus on small swaps that support a healthier, cleaner, and…

Ah, payday. It’s the dopamine hit we’ve all been waiting for. By Kiesha Meikle Most of us spent the tail end of last month eyeing up all the things we want and ‘need’ and now finally, we can go ahead and click add to basket. But just like last month’s…

Despite being a universal experience for half the population, menopause remains one of the least talked about and most misunderstood transitions in a woman’s life. So let’s stop skirting around it. Let’s talk about the worst part. The stage where the symptoms peak, the confusion is high, and support is…

Ah, your 30s. The decade when you finally start to get it together-or at least pretend to. You’re climbing the career ladder, juggling responsibilities, and maybe even figuring out how to keep a houseplant alive. But when it comes to fashion, you might still feel like you’re faking it. The…

Every year like clockwork, a familiar scene unfolds in salons and on social media feeds across the world. Women everywhere are reaching for the scissors (or calling their stylists) to chop off inches of hair in favour of the ever-chic, annually trending bob. It’s a phenomenon we like to call…

As I stepped into Colonel Saab in Trafalgar Square, the warmth of the atmosphere was the first thing that hit me. By Kiesha Meikle That, and the smell of the food of course. But it wasn’t just the friendly staff, the aroma of spices or the chatter of the diners…

The beauty industry has finally caught up with a trend that not only makes sense but also makes life a whole lot easier: multifunctional beauty products. It’s as if the gods of cosmetics have heard our collective sigh of frustration and responded with a chorus of efficiency. By Kiesha Meikle…

Beauty trends – they come and go with the seasons. But amidst the whirlwind of fleeting fads, there are certain looks that stand the test of time – and this year (like every year) red lips are sticking around. Picture this: a sultry, deep red hue or a pop of…

As the season of love beckons us to drape ourselves in romantic ensembles, outfits that refuse to acknowledge the chill in the air, the question arises – how do you dress for Valentine’s or Galentine’s Day in the cold?  Most of us are swept away with visions of opulent reds…

Diamonds have long been synonymous with opulence, luxury, and the grand spectacle of love—marriage! So when it comes to proposing, opting for anything less than a genuine diamond is like showing up to London Fashion Week in your house slippers (unironically)…a fail. Or is it? In the realm of monumental…

Picture this: you’re cozied up with your favourite pen and a charmingly leather-bound journal, ready to embark on a journey of self-discovery and offload the day’s events. But this time you’re doing things a little differently, your focus is very much on the positive – cultivating a mindset of gratitude,…

The Instagram ‘it’ girls have cracked the code with this one. Feeds are awash with two piece sets and co-ords and we are more than ready for it! While we’ve been desperately trying to find a summer dress that we can layer, these influencers are breezing through life in perfectly…

Did you see it? Well, you couldn’t really miss it. It’s no surprise that the King’s Coronation took London – and the world – by storm. There’s one thing us Brits do well and that’s pomp and ceremony. Clearly, no budget was spared and hats off to them…it was quite…

Are you ready to bare it all? Well, I don’t think I am. The problem is there is a trend for sheer skirts and trousers which has completely covered (see what I did there?) fashion magazine pages and socials, and it’s all about showing off what’s underneath. Daring to bare…

The Timeless Versatility of the Wrap Dress… There it is, each and every season – year in, year out. Sometimes it’s a variation of the classic style – tweaked, but with that one element that makes it one of the most accessible items to buy: the wrap. The wrap dress ticks…

It seems like it’s time for a little chat about the power of assertiveness and saying no. By Kiesha Meikle As a freelancer, I’ve seen how easy it is to fall into the trap of people-pleasing. You want to be seen as agreeable, as easy to work with, as the…

Truth be told, I had stopped reviewing products for this website. I had done so many that the reviews felt ‘forced’. I got bored writing about make-up and hair products and I’m guessing they were also pretty boring to read. By Kiesha Meikle Then I got an email from a…

In today’s fast-paced world, where hustle and bustle have become the norm, there is a growing need for a counterbalance that promotes mindfulness, well-being, and meaningful experiences. Enter the concept of slow living. It’s a movement that advocates for a more intentional and mindful approach to life. Slow living is…

As an AI language model designed to assist people with anything from writing a letter to a full blown article, ChatGPT is undoubtedly an impressive tool. However, despite its many benefits, some writers are intimidated by the very idea of interacting with a machine that can “think” and “write” like…

‘There he is…again. ‘‘She’s invited him to another girl’s night out and he’s actually turned up…ugh.‘ ‘Now he wants to talk?!…what a douche.‘ Yup, you can’t stand your besties boyfriend and what’s more, she’s smitten and wants him at every lunch, dinner, cinema night and drinks… It can be so…

If our latest interview with expert diarist, Liz Beardsell, has got you keen to start journaling this competition is for you. The luxury journals from Bark & Rock will help you get back to your creative roots… Bark & Rock craftsmen handmake these stunning books at their Surrey-based workshop, taking…