Throughout history there have been many women of African descent famed for their beauty, like Queen Nefertiti, the Queen of Sheba and of course Queen Cleopatra.

And for as long as humans have walked the earth the notion of beauty has been personal as well as cultural. It was the 19th century writer Margaret Wolfe Hungerford aka the Duchess who is credited with coining the phrase Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.

Pure will be back to the iconic Grade II listed Olympia London from 17 to 19 July. The Victorian West London venue has previously welcomed Versace, Burberry and Dior.

Returning for its 50th season at the venue’s largest space, Olympia Grand, Pure London remains the premier fashion trade event where brands are born, expand and grow in the UK and internationally.

A growing number of businesses are using haircuts to encourage employees into the office on particular days as flexible working becomes the norm across the UK.

The number of people working from home for at least some of the week rose from 5% before the Covid pandemic to 19% since and many employers are now looking at ways to incentivise staff members to come into the office on certain days.

Luxury gemmologist Eve Gay, founder of STONED Fine Jewellery, will have pieces featured in Strive for Perfection: The Official Platinum Jubilee Edition—an official publication for the Rolls-Royce, Bentley, and the International Club for Rolls-Royce and Bentley Enthusiasts (RREC).

When it’s summertime and the weather is fine, who doesn’t want to look their best? To keep the nation smiling and stylish this summer, McDonald’s has created three bespoke Summer Shirts, inspired by its iconic Big Mac, Fries and Cold Cups – and they are absolutely EPIC!

Actor, mental health activist and model, Adwoa Aboah, is Jo Malone London’s new Global Ambassador.

Recognised as a Next Generation Leader by Time magazine, her celebrated roles in the film, TV and fashion worlds, as well as her tireless advocacy, has seen her become one of her generation’s most influential voices.