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Introducing our new book: Glamour, An Extraordinary History

Twenty-three years ago, GLAMOUR launched in the UK, with the Oscar-winning actor Kate Winslet on the cover. It was a handbag-sized magazine intended for women on the go,...

Are you addicted to being busy? Here’s how to stop it taking over your life

When we complete tasks, are complimented on how successful we are, or are acknowledged for a certain behaviour, dopamine is released, which provides us with a happy feeling.Dopamine...

I stopped trying to be ‘the perfect feminist’ – and it was so liberating

“I didn’t want to close myself off from the realm of feeling, delighting, the realm of connection where life happens.” Source link

Mr Loverman explores toxic masculinity and homophobia for the Windrush Generation

Add BBC TV series Mr Loverman to your autumn watchlists – you won't regret it.Adapted from the novel by Girl, Woman, Other author Bernadine Evaristo, the series will...

As Hugh Grant calls Bridget Jones 4 ‘very sad’, here’s everything we know so far

When many millennials think of ultimate rom-com, one film often springs to mind: Bridget Jones' Diary. And now, we're in for another dose of Bridge, as a fourth...

‘I thought meditation wasn’t meant for working-class Black women like me, but it was vital to my spiritual awakening’

Shortly after the chaotic and near-death event that was the birth of my daughter Esmé, I just couldn’t settle my mind. Days and, most annoyingly, nights were spent...

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Skims face wraps, contour and buccal fat removal: when will the war on round faces end?

“Is it April Fools?” wrote skincare expert Caroline Hirons in the Skims comments. “Gentle reminder: they're targeting and profiting off your insecurities with...

Washington Black Proves That Black Stories Don’t Always Have To Be About Trauma

Even today, it’s rare to see a show like this featuring a predominantly Black cast. Starring Ernest Kingsley Jr. as the titular character...

This Sophisticated Summer Dress is About to Shoot to the Top of Your Wishlist

As a fashion editor, I always preach the importance of having an arsenal of outfit options at your disposal. Even if you’re a...

Catch Flights, Not Feelings: How Solo Traveling Healed My Broken Heart

Refinery29 is proud to partner with Verizon, the company that offers its TravelPass Perk — available with any myPlan Unlimited plan* — as...

The Summer I Turned Pretty doesn’t deserve Chappell Roan’s queer songs on its soundtrack

The Summer I Turned Pretty has three things going for it by this point. First, the source material: the beloved books by Jenny...