Green, petite caravan to shake up motorhome market?
Feb 10
Everyone has designs on a holiday in the UK in order to save money and explore what’s on their doorstep, and now there may be no greater opportunity to dictate exactly what you want from a vacation in the English countryside. That’s because Camp-Runner Europe may have designed a great caravan option that certainly puts a new spin on motorhome holidays, making them cooler than...
Interior designer Kelly Hoppen shares 2012 trend projections
Jan 25
Kelly Hoppen, the multi-award-winning designer, has shared her predictions for 2012 home décor trends. She anticipates a move away from modern minimalism towards a fusion of home styles, as people are seeking more comfort at home in the continuing difficult times. Hoppen expects textures to remain an important focus as people place emphasis on comfort. Hungarian and Swedish linens mixed with...
Converse: an all-American brand
Jan 13
Want to effortlessly get the look of Americana in your outfit without breaking the bank? A simple trip to JD Sports will give you everything you desire at www.jdsports.co.uk/men/brand/converse/ for a price that’s more than agreeable. For those of you who don’t know, however, there’s a cracking little backstory behind the brand. Just after the turn of the century, Marquis Mill...
Pantone names orange as its colour of the year
Jan 12
Fashionistas, listen up: when you next head to the high street and stores such as Bonmarche, just remember that you should be keeping a specific focus on the colour orange. This is according to Pantone, which has named it the colour of the year. The orangey-red hue of Tangerine Tango, which is formally known as Pantone shade #17-1463, has been claimed as the colour of the year by the experts at...
Could a moob job enhance your career?
Jan 09
Moob jobs or gynaecomastia are the second most popular operation performed on men in the UK, with the number of procedures carried out rising by 28 per cent between 2009 and 2010. Reasons for having the operation can include discomfort and severe embarrassment, which can lead to depression. One of the factors contributing to the rise in the number of operations performed by the likes of...
Tourism ‘will get a boost’ from panda drop-off in Edinburgh
Dec 13
The management at Edinburgh Zoo were in an unsurprisingly celebrative mood after two giant pandas were shipped to the Scottish capital from China. Tian Tian and Yang Guang landed at Edinburgh Airport on December 4th on a specially-chartered non-stop flight on the specially-named Panda Express, a FedEx chartered plane. The eight-year-old pair have been brought in to breed and will become the...
Prepare your student finances this Christmas
Dec 10
It isn’t too late to start planning your finances for the Christmas period, and doing so can help you ensure that you have enough money in your pockets to cover present buying and enjoying yourself. The key is to set yourself a budget and to not deviate away from it. Of course, this is sometimes easier said than done, but with some simple steps it is possible. A great place to start is by...
Save on cashmere but don’t be conned
Dec 10
Unlike common misconceptions would suggest, it is actually possible to shop for luxury items on a budget, and this especially reigns true for cashmere. With some simple shopping tips, it is easy to find some of the best cashmere deals out there, without compromising quality. The golden rule of thumb here, however, is that is you want genuine cashmere you should ensure that the retailer you are...