More autumn coats: it’s a wrap
Could Marlene Dietrich be the ultimate belted coat icon? Her simple, androgynous wardrobe feels as fresh today as it did during Hollywood’s Golden Years.
Women empowering women: Michelle Obama
The Michelle Obama, December cover of Elle magazine is glorious and uplifting. Just like the woman herself.
Creative women at work: bag designer Mimi Berry
On the wall of Mimi Berry’s showroom-cum-shop is a beautiful Moulton folding bicycle, so the first 10 minutes of our meeting are spent talking enthusiastically about bike design and cycling in L...
Five things I’ve discovered about the menopause
I never really thought about the menopause until it happened to me, aged 50. The general lack of education, awareness and conversation surrounding menopausal symptoms, and how they affect women, meant...
Emma Thompson wears trainers and a tuxedo to Buckingham Palace
Only earlier this week I was eulogising over the multitalented tuxedo and trainers combo; a confidence-boosting outfit that can take the wearer anywhere. And then, HELLO Emma Thompson.
Dress to feel your best – why you should always dress for you
There are certain items of clothing I know I can always rely on. When I have a book-signing event, a panel discussion or an important meeting, the ‘Once in a Lifetime’ jacket (Céline – boug...
