Extravagant; For Yourself
The Swedish naturalist Carl Linnaeus (1707–1778) was a botanist, zoologist, and physician who formalised binomial nomenclature, the modern system of naming…

by Jo Phillips

The Swedish naturalist Carl Linnaeus (1707–1778) was a botanist, zoologist, and physician who formalised binomial nomenclature, the modern system of naming…
by Jo Phillips
What is a ‘nose’? No, not in a relation to rhinoplasty on your face but in perfumery terms. A ‘nose’…
by Jo Phillips
Imagine for a moment that it is the winter of 1979. Margaret Thacher is priming to be sworn in as…
by Adam Snow
As we all focus on the joys of seasonal gifting isn’t it good to see many brands thinking about sustainability….
by Jo Phillips
What is nicer this time of year that a walk? Yes wrapping up warm is well-advised but a night walk…
by Jo Phillips
Once upon a time, there was a nobleman born in Paris on the 23rd of February, 1615. His name was…
by Jo Phillips
For many, Christmas is the most wonderful time of the year. Indulging in tasty treats and enjoying a tipple or…
by Jo Phillips
I feel very ‘bourgie’ – in a good way – wearing lipliner although they once had a negative reputation with…
by Julie Jacobs
There is much adage about how joined-up thinking is far better than standing alone: many hands make light work or…
by Jo Phillips
In a world of products, consumers have a ton of choices; far more than ever before. Among the infinite choices,…
by Jo Phillips
The best films capture reality and expand upon it. Though a happy ending may not be in the cards, some…
by Adam Snow
On October 31st, 2019, the UK intended to leave the European Union. Another delay prevented the departure, but again, the…
Data, science, space and maths are, unfortunately, subjects usually only associated with men. However, it may not come as a…
It is not often that we find a new fragrance, but when we do it is a most welcome surprise….
by Jo Phillips
“Don’t you see the wool that grows On my back to make your clothes? Cold, and very cold, you’d be…
by Adam Snow
A few years ago, a trip to East London introduced us to the visionary Experimental Perfume Club, a small start-up…
by Jo Phillips
British Fashion Council designers Richard Richard Quinn, Aligheri, Nabil Nayal, Fyodor Golan, Holly Fulton and Osman, have designed their own take on the…
by Jo Phillips
At a time for many British companies, even those in the luxury sector business is hard, because quite frankly no…
by Jo Phillips