If you’re keen for your child to succeed in school, it’s important to promote good study habits from an early age. By encouraging and nurturing a desire to learn, parents can help their children approach schoolwork and homework with a positive and determined attitude. I have teamed up with an independent kindergarten in New York to offer parents the advice they might need to create an environment that reinforces good study habits in their kids.   Firstly, it’s wise to establish and stick to a routine.  This will help your child understand their priorities and school work will be one of them. During homework sessions, make sure you are available…

Men are different from women and so are their skins. The way men take care of their skins is a bit different from women’s. Men have more rugged skins than women and have the good fortune of naturally low maintenance skins. Though this is the case, it is still advisable that men still take care of their skins because even their skins are not immune to pimples, acne, and spots. Since the skincare regime is different from women, what’s the best regime for men? We have a complete list of basic skin care that you need for your skin. Skincare regime for men is easy and very straightforward. There are…

Even as the High Street as we know it seems to be in steep decline, the rise of the Charity shop as a permanent fixture seems to be on the rise. Lately, even bigger retail parks have seen the introduction of shops that can be classed as charity superstores, large stores that also sell furniture as well as clothes and accessories. I love charity shops, I love the thrill of finding a bargain, of finding something that is both brilliant, sustainable and cheap in terms of price, if not in terms of quality. I like the idea that your purchase is giving something back, and I regularly donate bags of…

If we are being totally honest, the bodily grooming takes a bit of a back seat during Winter. I will hold my hands up and say that I don’t shave my legs nearly as much as I do once the sun is shining again. The fact that my legs spend week after week enclosed in tights, jeans and trousers as I wrap up against the elements is as good a reason as any to avoid the time consuming activities that is shaving and waxing. And I know I’m not the only one who this applies to. We do take a pride in our appearance, but it has to be said…

In years gone by, catwalks and magazines were filled with women of a particular ethnicity, build and age. Now, the industry is starting to recognise that inclusive representation is vital for the future of fashion. Yet there is still work to be done. Here, we explore some of the key moments that have championed diversity and inclusivity across the industry. Designing for Disabilities Several huge brands have started to design specifically for those with disabilities. This includes the iconic Tommy Hilfiger, which launched the ‘Tommy Adaptive’ collection in April 2018. The brand states the pieces have been “designed for all, with innovative features to ensure getting dressed is easier than ever”.…