Life & Style

Journalist and novelist Plum Sykes is celebrated on both sides of the Atlantic, admired as much for her flawless chic as her way with words. But Plum’s elegance isn’t confined to her wardrobe; here she reveals the details that decorate her dream workspace.

Divine Write

Her business began with that iconic scallop-edged lampshade, and today Matilda Goad offers a cornucopia of chic interior details. With the launch of her new hardware line, we cornered the creative multi-tasker to ask what delights she has in her sights…


Matilda Goad

Adjusting your beauty regime from one season to the next needn’t require a huge overhaul, and all it takes is a few carefully chosen products to transition effortlessly into spring. Beauty editor Lily Worcester has the lowdown a fresh-faced update…

Spring Cleaning

Renowned for his ready-to-wear, couture and interior creations, it came as no surprise to see Peter Copping feature in the latest ‘BOF 500’ – the yearly power-list compiled by industry bible *The Business of Fashion*. Here, he shares the designs he desires…

Peter Copping

How often do you get the chance to slip off – not just escaping to a secret home hideaway but inhabiting a whole other world, conjured on the pages of a book? Next time this opportunity arises, lose yourself in one of these captivating literary landscapes…

Chapter & Verse

Sublime cuisine, seductive company and a mood that suggests anything might happen… Great restaurants are so often the starting point for our greatest romances, so we asked a few friends to share the date-night destination of their dreams.

Date-night recommendations 2024 | Collagerie.com 

Date-Night Dining

Shoreditch-based Hollie Bowden has seduced the interior design world with her cool, contemplative style. Her signature blend of natural materials and antique finds has a timeless air, embracing modernity while celebrating the history of each unique space.

Hollie’s House

A crackling fire and a cracking read: twin treats for the time between Xmas and New Year when short, dark days offer long hours for pleasure on the page. From crime to cookery, young love to Hollywood hedonism, Katie Law selects the books to covet now. 

Once Upon A Christmastime…

Designer, retailer, cook, author… as a member of the Conran family, Sophie has creativity in her DNA. Her greatest passion is her interiors store, which offers a feast of festive design at Christmas, so who better to quiz about chic celebrations.

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