August 19
Dance-Pop Singer RAYE on Gospel Inspirations, New Releases and Ending Girl Hate
“Women are making an effort to look out for each other. God, do we need it in this industry!”
Sheer Bliss
Light-as-a-feather tulle and gossamer fabrics are perfect for balmy summer days, best paired with pared-back beauty
Floral Pursuits: How to Style Summer’s Favourite Perennial Print
The Contributing Fashion Editor serves a monochrome take on flower power
Balanced State
Pair logo-emblazoned hero pieces with ladylike jewels and streetwear staples for a look that nails the “high-low” aesthetic
Shield Your Skin With the Beauty Editor’s Favourite SPFs
Whether your want your sun-protector to be anti-ageing, mattifying or travel-size, we’ve got you (UVA and UVB) covered
Under the Sea
Forget hibernating, this February warm those wintery bones and get yourself to the nearest dance floor
Infused Honey, Sustainable Homeware and Italian-Made Trainers: It’s Our August Lust-List
We’d like our homes to smell like La Limonaia – a heavenly diffuser inspired by the historic lemon greenhouses of Florence – all year round please
The Editor’s New Ink: We Meet Ricky Williams from South City Market
Is this the best tattoo studio in London?
Welcome to Love Trails, the Independent Running and Music Festival Where the Highs Are Purely Natural
Hands up who’s keen for the run-to-wine-tasting?
Feminist Embroidery, Jazz Festivals and Fashion Freak Shows: What To Do This August
Take a tour of Posy Simmons’ sharply satirical illustrations, then catch a film under the stars at Somerset House
Anatomy of a Juggernaut: What Makes a Book a Summer Smash Hit?
From Gone Girl to The Underground Railroad, Books Editor Sarah Shaffi attempts to unravel the alchemy behind ‘big’ holiday reads
From Jai Paul’s Sun-Dappled Grooves to Techno Bangers, Welcome to the Music Editor’s Essential August Playlist
Part Ibiza madness, part park lazing, in one blissful sonic package
Are These the Worst Blockbusters of All Time?
Films so bad they don’t even qualify as popcorn fodder
From Dairy-Free Delights to Creamy Sundaes: the Best Gelaterias in London
Make ours a double scoop – and don’t skip the chocolate sauce