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I visited the quiet Balearic island where beaches rival the Maldives

Writer Daisy Lester embraced a slower summer in the Unesco-protected Menorca, where farmstead hotels, pristine beaches and spectacular sunsets made for a memorable trip

The Independent UK · Oct 2

This multi-tasking foundation stick is my makeup non-negotiable – here's why

Merit’s complexion stick is my secret to an effortless, lightweight face base

Evening Standard · Sep 29

The V&A's new Burberry exhibition traces the history of the trench coat

Discover 170 years of the British fashion house, from military origins to modern interpretations

Evening Standard · Sep 19

I scoured Sainsbury’s beauty aisle – these are the best buys under £20

The supermarket is a haven for budget beauty lovers

The Independent UK · Aug 26

This beauty brand has cut my makeup routine down to just 5 minutes

From the complexion stick to the flush balm, Merit has streamlined my makeup bag

Evening Standard · Aug 20

Are Victoria Beckham's foundation drops worth £104? I put the luxury formula to the test

Victoria Beckham x Augustinus Bader’s foundation drops are finally back in stock

Evening Standard · Aug 18

I'm crushing on Chanel's new Coco Mademoiselle perfume – and it's finally available

The fashion house’s first Coco Mademoiselle fragrance in six years, the Crush Absolu campaign is fronted by cool-girl Gracie Abrams

Evening Standard · Aug 12

The Harrods beauty advent calendar 2026 is available now – here's my honest review

The lineup is worth more than £1,000, but will set you back less than £300

Evening Standard · Aug 4

Which Dyson hair tool should you buy? A guide to every model, from the airwrap to the supersonic

The vacuum brand has become a byword for luxury haircare

Evening Standard · Jul 24

Aldi’s new hair dryer has a Dyson-inspired feature – and it’s less than £15

The hair dryer has a Dyson-inspired feature designed to help reduce frizz

The Independent UK · Jul 23