As we all know, every summer demands a signature haircut. And not just any, but one that’s as bold and effortless as your sun-soaked wardrobe. And while some people can just get away with a spontaneous salon chop, not all of us (yes, including myself) are lucky enough to have hair that’s willing to cooperate. Maybe because your hair grows…
Stylish summer outfits aren’t always easy to pull off when the heat is testing your patience as much as your summer look. And if there is one thing I’ve learned over the years, having lived through Nairobi’s dry heat, Shanghai’s long humid summers, and now London, where the July-August heatwave sometimes catches you completely off-guard, is how to dress when…
This summer, I am officially making white jeans the cornerstone of my summer capsule wardrobe. After years of admiring white denim from afar (obviously nervous about stains and clueless about what to pair them with), I am finally, ALL IN! And I am already wearing them on rotation until the fall. For starters, to get to this fashion point, I…
From sunrise game drives to starlit dinners, keeping warm is key to enjoying every magical moment during an African safari. Most people tend to imagine Africa as a place of endless sunshine and scorching heat, but if you’ve ever actually lived there, you know that that’s only a one-sided story. I grew up in Kenya, and some of my childhood…
Ah! The Food “Influencer” era. Remember when we used to blindly follow food influencers to the latest “must-try restaurants”? We’d queue for ages, probably looking slightly ridiculous doing it, all for a photo that looked suspiciously like the influencer’s but somehow… less appealing in real life. Ah, the good ol’ days of peak food FOMO, orchestrated by perfectly lit avocado…
I used to think confidence was something you were born with, like blue eyes or curly hair, not something you could build. But as it turns out, learning how to build confidence in yourself is less about luck and more about daily, intentional effort. Growing up, I never saw myself as one of the confident ones. I was that quiet…
If you’ve ever wanted to make a show-stopping dessert with minimal fuss, this easy Basque cheesecake recipe is it. Known for its rich, creamy texture and beautifully burnt top, Basque cheesecake is a crustless wonder that’s surprisingly simple to recreate in your own kitchen. This version gives you a perfectly creamy Basque cheesecake with mascarpone, caramelised edges, and a custardy…
Who is Kwame Adusei? In a world where fashion is finally opening its arms to diverse narratives, one name is quickly rising above the noise — Kwame Adusei. An African designer based in LA. And he’s not just an African man making clothes, He’s writing the rules of African fashion with sharp tailoring, genderless silhouettes and a sustainable mindset that’s…
Ever wondered what your nail colour really says about you? Nail polish might seem like a really small detail in your overall look, but it’s basically a mood ring with better PR. As a result, your choice of nail polish reveals more than you might expect. In the same way that street style can blend seamlessly with a 9-to-5 wardrobe,…
I’ve said it before, and I’ll say it again: If there’s one person who could get me back into cooking, it’s Meghan Markle. And she’s gone and one it with her Meghan Markle one-pot pasta that everyone has been talking about. I mean, there’s just something magnetic about the way she approaches food. She just makes everything feel calm, grounded,…