When you purchase through some links in this article, we will earn a commission. Personal care and hygiene are more important than ever, although nothing much has changed in my household. I have always been conscientious about personal hygiene and am even more house-proud now that I have a cocker spaniel named Lady. Animals are

Is the countdown to Christmas exhilarating or slightly nerve-wracking? The idea of spending time with your loved ones, gift giving, indulging in bottomless alcohol and food over board games and classic Christmas movies, like Home Alone, all sounds exciting, but what about the prep-work? The ‘P’ word – be it preparation or planning – counts

Is there still a stigma attached to Afro-hair? Well, I have a hairstory for you. Throughout adolescence, my curly hair was a frequent topic of conversation. Fellow school mates would question my Afro-hair and make a grimace of disgust when I had mentioned how infrequently I wash it (i.e., every two or three weeks). The

Have you ever wondered what the secret is to managing a busy lifestyle? Some may say it is patience or perseverance. The critical factor we sometimes underestimate, however, is our ability to adapt accordingly to cope with our immediate environments; thus, versatility is the dominating factor of a balanced lifestyle. Additionally, our lifestyle needs determine

My recent trip to Southern Italy was a journey of discovery from both a fashion and a cultural standpoint. When style meets traditional heritage, the two become immersed in a fairground of synergistic creativity which I experienced during an event dedicated to the promotion of “Fashion In Sicily”, held in Catania from the 10th-11th April.