Life Style

Given its classic appeal, pre-loved styles are in Depop and Vinted abundance. Natalie Hartley of Chillie London, Portobello’s brilliant purveyors of Nineties streetwear, confirms that it’s one of their bestsellers. “It’s not going away” she reports, “these jackets have never gone out of style. Our best sellers are the classic black. I personally love mine oversize, they should come with a good puff to give a rounded shape. It’s super versatile and can be worn with everything; I love it layered with a jumper, kilt and jeans or with straight leg trousers and rugby tops.” She stocks everything from cult brands Schott and Avirex to unbranded finds, starting from £50.  Source link

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The story goes that, centuries ago, the Jade Emperor was looking for a way in which his people could measure time. So he decided to call an animal race that sought 12 winners to name each year after. The contestants were instructed to cross a river and reach the finishing line. The cat and the rat both decided to hop on the back of the Ox to make up for their poor swimming skills. However, midway through the river, the Rat pushed the Cat into the water.When the Ox reached the shore, the Rat was quick to hop off and run to the Jade Emperor. So, the very first year of the 12-year cycle was named after it. The legend then explains the order in which each of the 12 animals won the race and what their journey involved.This year’s Chinese New Year, which begins on February 10, marks the start ...

If last month was unusually social and you just couldn’t quite get your hands messy with your creative ideas, but this month is focused on synthesising your visions. Beneath the dim lights, the planets in Aquarius can support you to understand which internal voices are directing your show, empowering you to take more control over your moves. Without this quiet introspection, you might find yourself potentially acting irrationally due to underlying fears, leading you down a dark road of self-sabotage. Prepare for new sparkling opportunities by gaining clarity on what truly matters to you, so that you don’t sell your soul for superficial bargains. Pay close attention to the thoughts and ideas that arise on the 28th, as they could offer valuable insights into where you'd like to put a pin on ...

Mezcal was cool about 15 years ago, but like the waves of nausea that occur whenever you drink it, its come back again. ‘Mezcal is not tequila’, you must say, ‘In fact, tequila is a type of mezcal’. What you mean is that you’re not allowed to have fun with this drink, you can’t knock it back in a shot round with your buddies. Instead, you have to sip it like a whisky and talk about it in relation to the other varieties you’ve tried, commenting on its smokiness and oakiness, clinging onto half-remembered knowledge as the nausea rises again and you sense the Feeld date sat glassy-eyed opposite now rapidly losing faith in you even as a potential snog, never mind a partner for the journey into techno-magick future-sex that is well within their skillset. Still, do you want to be so 2024, or not...

The Danube, Europe’s second-longest river, flows from the Black Forest in the west to its mouth in the Black Sea to the east, serving as an exceptional gateway to the numerous countries it crosses. During your journey, anticipate visits to some of Europe's must-see destinations such as Budapest, Vienna, and Bratislava, each offering unique historical architecture, vibrant bars, and delightful restaurants. When not immersing yourself in the sights of these European capitals, there's ample opportunity to explore Austria's renowned wine towns in the Wachau Valley, including Durnstein and Melk. Source link

Amangalla has six categories across its 27 bedrooms and suites, plus a standalone two storey house hidden in the garden grounds – the ideal choice for total seclusion. Views and layouts vary, but each room offers an ensuite bathroom with freestanding tub as well as a four-poster king-size bed, writing desk, dining table, planter’s chair, wardrobe and Pettagama chest. The main difference between the rooms is the space and the views on offer, with ‘Verandah Chambers’ looking out over the lush gardens, and the spacious upper level ‘Amangalla Suites’ featuring a dedicated living room and direct views to the 17th century Dutch church next door. As you’d expect of a hotel of this stature, there are no bad rooms, and the entry level bedrooms should keep couples more than happy, while families may...

Food writer Alexandra Dudley experiences a feast for the senses at Grenada's most idyllic resort. A 14-course menu by a fourth generation sushi master, a 24-hour spa and rooms with baths large enough to swim in are all on the menu Source link

Ill-fitted, worn-in and totally faff free denim was inescapable on Copenhagen’s pavements and catwalks alike. Think, your English’s teacher’s practical pair, best worn with notebook in hand — see: Skall Studio’s, loose and paired with shirts, sweaters and grown up, checked overcoats and MUNTHE's, which were worn with simple cardis and trenches. More playful approaches came from Helmstedt and Marimekko, who did them chequered and flower printed respectively, but the best (as expected) came on the bike riding Scandi girls. Their uniform is wearing them with tanned overcoats, black sweaters and spikey, leather boots. It works.  Source link

“It’s the perfect opportunity to celebrate our iconic brand – from our origins as a tea merchant and grocer to today, a destination for any occasion and across every luxury category. Harrods has been a permanent presence in this ever-changing city for 175 years, it’s a moment to mark that, as well as looking towards what the next 175 years will hold ” says Michael Ward, Harrods managing director, describing Burberry with its roots in “British culture, rich history and heritage” as the “perfect partner.”  Source link