HIGHLIGHTS
I am a Brands Director and freelance fashion/beauty/travel/shopping and lifestyle writer based in London.
Having worked as Brands Director for a leading B2B title, Content Editor for a fast-paced digital travel platform and as Features Editor for a boutique fashion publication, I have built a solid network of contacts and gained invaluable insights into publishing for both print and online.
Featured on Glamour UK, House and Garden, Harper's Bazaar Arabia, Condé Nast Traveller, Suitcase Magazine, Citizen Femme, Metro and Telegraph.
HIGHLIGHTS
The Philippines is the ideal destination for a slice of tropical escapism, and these are the best islands to visit, including where to stay and what to see on each island.
The best Mallorca hotels (or Majorca hotels) are top of the wish lists of many sun-starved holidaymakers, guaranteed to serve-up a sunshine fix. Mallorca is the largest of the Balearic islands; its fusion of Spanish culture, Moorish and Catalan influences means that this beautiful island offers so much more than just sun for those looking for the perfect holiday on the Mediterranean.
A long form feature on the most sustainable safaris in Zambia and Zimbabwe. Images also shot by Hannah Tan.
Run by brothers Mark and Mike Corbyn, in south-east London, The Adobros is all about offering hungry diners traditional Filipino recipes, crafted with love. Launched in 2013, it has quickly become the foremost Filipino supper club in town.
A good honeymoon hotel will have all the luxury basics from stylish décor, infinity pools, white sand beaches, ocean views relaxing spa treatments and even Michelin-starred restaurants. However, a great honeymoon destination will give you romance, genuine moments of joy and incredible memories to last a lifetime.
It felt like we were reaching breaking point and so made the mutual decision to live apart. Liam wanted to be closer to his family and I wanted to be close to my London lifeline. Looking back, I think we both just wanted some space to feel like ourselves again.
For some it may conjure up images of shady clubs, but this health trend lets women break down barriers and be surrounded by empowerment There was a time when having a daughter "on the pole" was every parent's worst nightmare, conjuring up visions of a seedy, neon-lit, American-style "strip joint".
Nowadays, everybody wants to be described as a 'Girl Boss'. To be seen squirrelling away hours working on their second (and third, and fourth) careers, all the while holding down a successful 9-5 job, a full social life and a brilliant relationship.
Overqualified and underpaid, a Filipino travel journalist tries to get a break in the UK journalism industry. Is London's creative community as diverse as it makes out? As a lack of Britishness holds back her career, she works hard to convince colleagues that she's more than her passport.
There are two kinds of people in this world: those who dread family gatherings, and those who eagerly look forward to them. Luckily, I'm part of the latter. That's probably because I come from a family just as bonkers as I am.
INTERVIEWS
The L'Oréal Paris Brand President on the brand's power as recruitment driver, its ten-year sustainability plan and adapting to meet the diverse needs of the modern traveller.
In the often intersecting worlds of High-Jewellery and architecture, craftsmen and engineers make Palaces of infinite complexities whether its on a delicate chandelier earring, or on the steel frames of a towering skyscraper.
"My overall vision for travel retail is the same as in every one of our channels, and that is to share my philosophy. Our reason for being is to help people figure out their skin issues. We lead with education and we try to do it in a fun way.
The Moodie Davitt Report sits down with Harris Reed to discuss his partnership with Royal Salute and the intersections between the worlds of fashion and whisky.
"People now have a stronger appetite for super-luxury products and experiences at the expense of frequency of purchases," says the Bvlgari CEO. "Today's luxury client is searching for the pinnacle of luxury and willing to pay for the best."
TWENTY6 MAGAZINE / ISSUE K / LIFESTYLE / MAISON KITSUNÉ . Interview by Hannah Tan
TWENTY6 MAGAZINE / ISSUE K / KILLER HEELS / GIUSEPPE ZANOTTI . Interview by Hannah Tan
The Moodie Davitt Report Brands Director Hannah Tan-Gillies catches up with Augustinus Bader CEO Charles Rosier to discuss the brand's recent US$1 billion valuation, its big travel retail push and what comes next.
For ten years, Christopher Raeburn has made it his mission to build a manifesto for change. Disrupting an industry that has traditionally been one of the green-movement's biggest foes; and proving that fashion and sustainability can go hand in hand.
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Shopping
From special jewellery to designer accessories, these are the 30th birthday gift ideas worth knowing about in 2024.
Nothing is more restorative than a good night's sleep, which is why investing in one of the best memory foam mattress is essential. Memory foam mattresses, while a relatively new invention, have grown in popularity over the years, offering plenty of benefits - no matter your sleeping style or sleeping position.
You're reading How To Get Off, our series celebrating bodies, pleasure and fantasy. In an effort to spice things up, my husband accidentally gave me the best and worst present ever: the Bed Geek Hand Held Wand Massager. This toy is so efficient, I have since gifted it to all of my best female friends, too.
According to sleep experts, using a weighted blanket can ease your nervous system, release oxytocin and boost serotonin levels (serotonin is known as the happy hormone), resulting in a calming effect on even the most anxious sleepers. Of course, a good night's sleep can only be achieved by finding the best mattresses, pillows and blankets for your specific needs.
For our wellness winter sun getaway, we're packing easy, breezy, pastel-coloured pieces that can easily transition from yoga to beach to full moon party.
Investing in a good, reliable vacuum is a game changer in maintaining a tidy home. The very best vacuum cleaners give back hours of your free time, thanks to their powerful suction and ability to tackle pet hair.
If 2020 has taught us anything, it's that we have to love the space we live in. [...]
The far-east has always been a source of both mystery and exoticism ever since Imperial Europe gained the power to sail the seas and explore new and uncharted territories. Hundreds of years have passed since he sumptuous textiles of the silk road, and the allure of Madame Butterfly captivated the imaginations of the West - and yet the Far East is still an ideal of escapism.
TRAVEL
Is being locked down on the white-sand islands of the Philippines all it's cracked up to be? The creatives share their highs and lows of isolation in "paradise" and the local recommendations they've discovered. With With more than 7,100 islands (depending on the tide), the Philippines is the kind of place where it's easy for outsiders to assume that isolation comes naturally.
There's a certain kind of ease at Cora Cora. Foregoing the usual pomp of long-established luxury island resorts, instead, Cora Cora offers guests a vibrant, joyful, and, of course, paradisical, escape and isn't afraid to do things a little differently.
Covid doesn't mean travel is cancelled. As we enter a new wave of lockdowns, one writer shares her experience of travel shaming and why now is the best time to plan your next trip. There There was a time - between back-to-back trips to and from Asia - where I would have relished a prolonged stint at home.
A review of Wilderness Linkwasha Camp
There are very few places in the world that are as magical as Glenapp Castle, and even less that have so successfully maintained the delicate balance between old world luxury and modern hospitality. A balance thoroughly achieved by the team behind Glenapp Castle, which is a sumptuous 'home from home' for luxury travellers on the Ayrshire Coast.
If, like 90% of the population during lockdown, you too hopped on the K-drama or K-Pop bandwagon, then a trip to the vibrant city of Seoul is likely to be on your travel bucket list this year.
Wondering where to stay in Santorini? Santorini is always high on our hit-lists for idyllic getaways on the Mediterranean, so here are the best places to stay in Santorini with friends, couples and solo this summer - including Santorini hotels, apartments and villas.
' Where is hot in October ' is something we find ourselves Googling more and more these days. You might not immediately think it, but it's actually one of the best times of year to vacation.
Whether you fall in love with San Diego’s laid-back style, the wanderlust-inducing Coachella Valley, or the glitz and glamour of Los Angeles, California is definitely a dream destination with a lot more to offer than the potential celebrity sighting.
They say that Paris is always a good idea and this is certainly true, especially if you find yourself staying at the Monsieur George, Paris' most handsome boutique hotel. Designed by the legendary Anouska Hempel, the Monsieur George is an emerald-tinged jewel in the eight arrondissement.
Mallorca may be a favourite amongst sun-seeking travellers, but the isle offers so much more than just sun, sand, and sea for those willing to explore a little further. The largest of the Balearic Islands, Mallorca is a Mediterranean paradise that blends Moorish architecture and distinctive Catalan idiosyncrasies.
Even as the world cautiously reopens, flights resume and lockdown measures begin to ease, there is a long way to go before people feel safe enough to travel again. This is exactly why every major airline has not just ramped up cleaning protocols, but also adopted new measures onboard and across the airport, to adapt to the 'new normal' of air travel.
FOOD & DRINK
Vegan fast food is a thing, and apparently so is Veganuary. A phenomenon that's currently making the rounds amongst tinsel-tired Londoners looking to make a fresh start this 2019.
Grandson of the legendary food writer Arabella Boxer and the Sunday Times' founder Mark Boxer, and son of Charlie Boxer owner of Kennington's most-loved Italian deli; Jackson Boxer has set out to create his own culinary legacy.
Asian food is a rainbow of spice, colour and flavour, but its dishes are often adapted to suit the western palate. Exploring the origins of fortune cookies and proper sushi etiquette, a Chinese-Filipino writer seeks out the stories behind our favourite cuisines and says: order something other than tikka masala.
Interview with Ben Branson of Seedlip, London's leading non-alcoholic drinks brand - APLO.
Sustainability is a topic on everyone's minds, but when it comes to sustainable drinks, nobody does it better than Nine Lives .
DOG-FRIENDLY
As a member of the esteemed Oetker Collection, The Lanesborough Hotel is the absolute embodiment of London luxury.
A Dog-friendly Seaside Escape to The Cary Aryms in Devon
As House of Coco's official doggie journalist, Team Coco pup Charlie has explored plenty of dog-friendly places in London, but nowhere reaches the same level of puppy-pampering as The Egerton House Hotel.