With the past year riddled with isolation and lockdowns, dating culture has changed. Replacing blind dates, social events and any chance for a meet-cute situation, dating apps and virtual dates are the only way to find some romance with all of our social lives on hold. So what does this mean for the dating world post-lockdown? As we move further along the Covid ‘roadmap’ and more towards normality, a lot of people are starting to get back in the saddle with dating again, but how we approach it will no doubt be different after the changes in the last year.

Hayley Quinn is a dating coach and public speaker, dedicated to helping men and women gain confidence and learn to love dating, there’s no better person to ask about the state of dating in 2021. She gives us her insight and advice on post-lockdown love and how Covid has changed the culture of dating.

Hayley, it’s definitely been a weird year for dating, with zoom call dinner dates and socially distanced walks ruling romance throughout 2020 and the past few months for all of us in the single spectrum. When do you think things will go back to normal for the majority of people still in the dating pool?

C19 could well be one of those dating events (like the introduction of dating apps) that change how we date forever. Some of the dating trends that we’ve adopted throughout the pandemic, are likely to be here to stay. In recent research from Match, it showed 18% of people intend to carry on the ‘zoomancing’ (that’s video dates to you and me) after the pandemic has ended. A swing towards walking dates, having more open conversations around commitment and building a connection digitally before meeting, will probably also always be a part of our dating lives. 

Online dating and dating apps have been one of the only ways to find some romance with all of our social lives on hold. You mention this digital connection as, possibly, a permanent feature of dating, do dating apps affect the way relationships develop? 

Dating apps can sometimes feel like shopping for a date online: it can be too easy to detach yourself from the process and forget there’s another person on the other side of that screen. If you want your experience of dating apps to improve it will often come down to you choosing to have a more human experience of them. No more swiping when you’re watching Netflix. No more relying on the other person to make the conversation interesting, or forgetting to respond. 

What’s your expert opinion on this way of dating, as a dating coach? And how do they affect dating culture in general?

Our modern culture of instant communication has made people flakier! If you met a friend of a friend at your local pub in 1980, the chances of you standing them up would probably have been pretty small; now it’s too easy to send a whatsapp message doing a last minute cancel. If you’re looking for a long term relationship you need to be the change here and start becoming far more accountable in your relationships. 

Why do you think that this increase in people using online dating will stick as we ease into normal life again?

Online dating will undoubtedly keep growing as the main method people can meet. Yes it has its limitations, however, the ability to meet a wide range of people cheaply and safely is a huge benefit. That being said, as a dating coach, I’m a big fan of meeting people IRL. People may discriminate online against someone’s height, or someone’s age, in real life if we’re attracted to someone, we tend to be a lot more flexible in who we match with! 

From your expertise and coaching over the last Covid-ridden year, is there anything that you’ve found has changed in what men and women are looking for in relationships? 

In 2021 I anticipate we’ll see a 3 way split with how people approach relationships. Some people will want to make the most of their freedom (summer 2021 will be a big party season!), some will have seen the benefit of a relationship, others will find dating even more daunting after spending the best part of a year solo. 

Have you found more people know what they want in a partner and relationship? And if we’re struggling to find it, how and where do we look in this climate?

One of the best exercises you can do to get out of a dating rut and become clearer about what you want is to take a break from dating to question your own dating patterns. With the normal distractions of single life removed, Covid meant a lot of people had to take a hardcore reset in their dating lives. 

Do you think that the personal growth and self-reflection that lockdown has catalyzed for many has played a part in this and dating culture in 2021?

Absolutely! One of the best parts about being single and going through lockdown, has been the huge ability to experience personal growth. Where before if you were feeling blue you could head on a night out, or a last-minute date, to mask your feelings, with this out of the picture people have been pushed to confront their dating demons, and re-strategize for 2021. 

If we are just looking to have some fun with dating again, many of us might be feeling a little cautious with the presence of Covid still looming, and after such a long time without being able to. What’s your best advice for getting back in the saddle?

Just like getting over a break up, you don’t have to rush back into dating, just because Covid is becoming more manageable. Also, the best people for you won’t push your boundaries- if you want to take things slowly, or have a really open conversation with someone before you meet, the best partners for you will naturally gel with how you want to get to know them. 

Equally, the term ‘situationship’ has certainly been used more frequently over the last year – undefined and uncommitted relationships, often to do with proximity and the pause on dating and socialising. Do you think situationships will stay just as popular when we can go out and mingle freely again?

Unfortunately I think as long as people date, situationships will be a thing. Situationships can serve a purpose: if you’re unable to date, or don’t want to commit, they can provide a good amount of connection that suits where you’re at during this stage of your life. Situationships only get bad when you agree to participate in one, when you know you actually want more. 

So Hayley, how do we date smart in 2021?

Use the self knowledge you’ve gained in the last year to become really clear now about what kind of relationship is going to work for you. If you constantly attract emotionally unavailable men for instance, recognise that you have the power to end this type of situationships.

Hold high standards for how someone should treat you, but be flexible about who you think your type is. Finally be proactive: it’s not about finding ‘The One’, it’s about becoming the one who can make your dating life a success.

Find out more about Hayley’s work and coaching on her website.

Words By Daisy Greetham

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We all remember Lady Gaga’s iconic entrance from her performance in 2016 or last year’s eccentric and unexpected duo of Shakira and Jlo, even if different artists with very distinctive styles we can all agree that they were what we envisioned for this awaited show.

This year’s Super Bowl which also marks the NFL’s 55th anniversary was an ensemble of unique performances from a variety of artists that altered from the traditional characteristics of the so waited show. Starting with H.E.R’s performance of “America the Beautiful” played with the contemporary sounds on electric guitar and continuing with Eric Church and Jazmine Sullivan duet of “The Star-Spangled Banner” and The Weeknd’s entire show were unexpected yet pleasant surprises.

Erich Church and Jazmine Sullivan’s duet represented the first time in 15 years that the NFL chose to feature a collaborative version of the national anthem, as well as the first time that the two artists have performed together. Their rendition with electric sounds, church led tones and fireworks accompanying the moment left us and the crowd speechless and ready for the next show.

Many of us were afraid that the particular R&B genre of the artist wouldn’t match the atmosphere of the event and wouldn’t make enough of an impact as previous shows, but let us admit that The Weeknd pulled it off.

The show started with Abel Tesfaye coming out of a cityscape surrounded by a red-eyed choir and instrumentalists complementing his red sequined look singing in the notes of Starboy. The scenario was impactful with futuristic neon visuals, dark stylistic choices, and a noticeable touch of Michael Jackson’s influence via Abel’s outfit, dance moves and even dramatic lights. The performance continued with a medley of his biggest hits, songs varied from “Can’t Feel My Face” to “Earned It” and his more recent release “Blinding Lights”.

His vocals and personal performance reflected his talent and career development but the organisation of the show; the changing landscapes, the transition between a cityscape to a mirror maze and finally into the field surrounded by dancers covered in bandages were what characterised this show and sparked unbelief amongst the viewers.

This time the music was in the centre of the attention, with a limiting situation resulting from the current pandemic the Canadian artist still managed to preserve the magic of this event without the necessity of the so common stunts or marching bands. Proving the everyone who doubted his participation for this event wrong and probably making the Grammy’s realise their mistake in snubbing him in this past year’s nominations.

Words by Chiara Ferrari

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January alone has felt like a lifetime for a lot of us as 2021 starts in full swing. As the first four weeks are often seen as a taster for the year to come, we certainly hope this is true for music, as the month has delivered some insane songs, long awaited collabs and iconic music videos. 

Madison Beer – BOYSHIT 

Madison gave us picturesque power this week with the release of her music video for her latest single ‘BOYSHIT’, a track that will also feature on her album Life Support, coming out on February 26th. The video screams female empowerment as Madison teaches her friends how to ignore boys, with chandeliers and corsets shot under a golden hour hue. The song and video are both iconic, and give us promises for a good album ahead.

Black Eyed Peas Ft. Shakira – GIRL LIKE ME Vevo Footnotes

The Black Eyed Peas released a Vevo footnotes video this week, following their iconic collaboration with Shakira last month for the song ‘GIRL LIKE ME’. The footnotes are a great addition to the video, as it’s revealed that the project was 12 years in the making, and the video’s strong visuals are explained.

2 Chainz – Grey Area

2 Chainz joined the list of January’s memorable music videos as he takes magic mushrooms and swaps heads with his dog to ‘Grey Area’ from his recent album So Help Me God! The trippy video fits with the surrealism of the Rappers latest visuals, and shows a very 70s colour palette and graphic, consistent with his music video for ‘Can’t Go For That’ from November.

Selena Gomez, Rauw Alejandro – Baila Conmigo

Selena’s recent reggaeton project with Puerto Rican rapper Rauw Alejandro transports us to somewhere sunny during isolation, as Gomez creates a connection between people through music as she stays sultry and silhouetted on a tv screen. ‘Baila Conmigo’ comes as the second visual released before the singers first ever All-Spanish EP, Revelación, set to come out in March – another thing to look forward to.

Busta Rhymes ft. CJ and M.O.P – Czar (Remix)

Busta Rhymes reminded us of his legendary presence after last year’s album Extinction Level Event 2: The Wrath of God with the remix and visual for the track ‘Czar’. Much like the track’s sound, the rappers keep it classic in the video, with greyscale and a plain white backdrop. It’s release, two months after the album’s deluxe version was dropped, implies there’s more coming from Busta Rhymes’ return, and we hope there is, after 11 years without anything new from his powerful music.

Guaynaa, Pain Digital – Monterrey

Puerto Rican Reggaeton star Guaynaa released a new party single this week, ‘Monterrey’, with an accompanying music video. Both the song and video pay homage to the Mexican city where his success began after Puerto Rico, while keeping the flirty, witty sound and imagery of Guaynaa’s other projects.

This past week alone is the perfect example for what we can expect of music this year, across all genres and from artists old and new. In the month that had us all crying over a 17 year-old’s teen heartbreak and saw a collaboration first announced two years before, we can start to believe that this year won’t be so bad.

Words by Daisy Grace Greetham

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Italy’s fashion capital Milan is hosting its first fashion venture of 2021: Men’s Fashion Week. The highly anticipated event boasts features from 39 of men’s luxury fashion designers, including the likes of Fendi, Prada and TOD’s.

However, one of the most notable innovations for this year’s show, which has been running between 15-19th January, is that the fashion week is entirely digital, due to the expected social distancing restrictions in place in line with Italian governments.

Camera Nazionale Della Moda Italiana which stands for the National Chamber of Italian Fashion, is the organisation, which is platforming MFW, with the aim of promoting young designers.

While the lack of audience and hustle and bustle is no longer there, this change of working has forced designers to thrive and push their creativity to display their collections in new ways. Here are three shows which have done just that.

A COLD WALL*

British brand ‘ A COLD WALL*’ has been directed by young designer Samuel Ross, since it was founded in 2015 and taken the lux technical streetwear world by storm. The beginning of the FW21-22 show depicted an isolated and minimal show set up, with white flooring, scarcely placed green shrubbery and an illuminating yellow sculptural piece which a handful of models circulated around. The colour scheme was constantly being alternated throughout the show, from white and zesty lemon yellow to dark monochrome footage with eerie techno instrumentals played over the visuals.

The collection brings clean-cut silhouettes with a fusion of tailored Saville Row detailing such as pointed collars and cuffed shirt sleeves, combined with functional streetwear elements such as high -neck zips and loose tracksuit bottoms.

Colour palettes varied from hues of snow whites, ash greys, purple grapes and teal blues fading through to yellow ochre and classic shades of black. The continued development of A COLD WALL’S aesthetic can be described as an ode to futuristic fashion, whilst staying true to their London streetwear roots.

ETRO

Classic Italian family-run brand ETRO returns with its latest FW21-22 men’s collection for MFW, which is filmed in a large industrial warehouse which includes no other decorate element than the luminous coloured stained windows, which pours hues of warm yellow and orange light onto the runway floor replicating a sunset ambience. Fast-paced, upbeat electronic music complements the fast-moving models on the runway.

The vast spread collection pays homage to the textural and bohemian influenced aesthetic of ETRO we all know and love, with regular sightings of multicoloured jumpers and belted baggy trousers with paisley prints, paired with tailored suit jackets or sport caps. The most prominent accessory of the collection would be the use of leather cross-body bags which are embellished with flat studded metal detailing that come in various shapes and sizes.

A mix between a cool history teacher and a 1970’s hippie with athleisure detailing is how the ETRO collection may be interpreted, which is interestingly not following suit with many of the other current designers who are working with a futuristic aesthetic narrative, yet they remain effortlessly cool.

PRADA

Italian powerhouse PRADA showcases at MFW once again with their newest FW21-22 collection. The production is set around models walking through giant, spacious rooms with marble floorings and furry walls that are a different colour scheme in each room, from deep reds, lime greens, royal purples and baby pinks – each conveying different moods. The most serious nature of the models is followed by deep techno being played throughout the show but is occasionally interrupted with the clips of the models dancing freely and frantically to the music.

There is a clear reminiscence of a 1980’s influence being used in PRADA’s collection, with interlocking geometric patterns being used on the garments in conjunction with colourful oversized bomber jackets and overcoats or dark, as well as the slim tailoring which PRADA is renowned for. The triangular PRADA symbol is evident throughout the show, with the camera homing in on the emblem detailing, which was featured on the back of jumpers, sides of coat sleeves and most interestingly on the front of pocket padded leather gloves, which features a zip-up pocket on the front of the hand with chrome PRADA branding.

PRADA has remained cool and collected with this collection, with keeping in line with their minimal tailoring approach with pops of colour to keep things exciting.

Words by Sophia Zenonos, Graphics by Victoria Zhao

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Fendi represented one of the few brands that had opted to reveal its Fall Winter 2021 collection with a runway show including an audience but due to the further implementations of Covid-19 measures in Milan wasn’t able to do so. Nevertheless, the label decided to carry on its show without an audience, in the form of a video and through the modern vision of Silvia Venturini Fendi, which resulted as an innovative success.

The high-speed menswear fashion show that was characterised by its retro-futuristic outlook and fashionably pragmatic looks demonstrated the re-invention of the current fashion landscape. Fendi redefined winter fashion with looks that highly concentrated on the brand’s authenticity but with a shift towards comfort alongside our post-pandemic reality.

The classicism of the brand was incorporated into staple pieces such as puffer jackets and shearling coats which were accompanied by functional garments such as neutral-toned pyjamas and footwear. A curious detail of the collection, that undoubtedly represents Silvia Venturini Fendi’s vision of fashion versatility, being able to take an indoor look outdoors without losing the sense of style and exclusivity given by each individual piece.

It could be said that this was one of our favourite aspects of the show. Instead of focusing on what could’ve been and mourning the fashion elements that solely focused on our public sphere the Italian fashion house highlighted the importance of moving forwards. It encompassed the evolving trend of lounge-ready clothing and made staples out of the originality of a ‘new normal’.

Some of the most show-stopping looks included playful artwork that purposefully upgraded from the traditional logo approach. An example being the cursive Fendi lettering from the collaboration with Noel Fielding of ​look 23 ​or the multicoloured pattern of ​look 25​. As explained by the designer herself to Vogue this reflected the increasing stylistic individuality we are witnessing :

“To avoid that fashionista attitude, I like to consider menswear through many different men who keep their personality… I think in the future, fashion is going to be more individualistic, and I wanted to keep that idea in the show.”

The success of the show wasn’t only due to this new outlook on menswear but also to its presentation. The show’s concept and video which was created by Nico Vascellari was everything but common. It attracted us from its inception, the vocal narration of Silvia Venturini Fendi gave it a personal touch that could often be missed due to the lack of human presence in the audience, and the electronic soundtrack by Not Waving perfectly complemented the futuristic style of the collection. The scenery that was defined by optimism and optical illusion was also a fresh aspect, however, at times the complexity of this visual concept and matching colourway distracted us from the looks themselves.

Words by Chiara Ferrari, Graphics by Victoria Zhao

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From her first appearance on our screens as Disney’s Hannah Montana to swinging from a wrecking ball and twerking at the VMA’s, Miley Cyrus has never been one to shy away from controversy. Now that 2020 is behind us, we think that everyone should be channelling their inner Miley for 2021, and here’s why… 

First of all, if there is anyone to look to for their unashamed individuality, it’s Miss Cyrus. Her incredible cool-girl androgynous style and history of speaking publicly about identifying as pansexual and gender fluid epitomizes how Miley proudly does not give a damn what others think of her.  

As a proud feminist and advocate for LGBTQ+ rights, Miley founded The Happy Hippie Foundation in 2014, an organisation that works to help those affected by youth homelessness and by supporting members of the LGBTQ+ community. 

In 2019, Miley released the music video for Mother’s Daughter, one of the singles on her She Is Coming EP. In the video we saw Cyrus clad in a red vinyl catsuit with vaginal teeth, joined by several prominent feminists and LGBTQ+ activists with opening statements flashing up in red including ‘every woman is a riot’ and ‘virginity is a social construct’. The video was raved about by critics as a feminist masterpiece, a stark contrast to the headlines which followed her Bangerz tour in 2013 which speculated whether Cyrus was having a mental breakdown, coming out as a lesbian, or on drugs.

This begs the question of whether Miley has always been one step ahead and that in fact society just hadn’t caught up back then, in a time before gay marriage was legalized in the UK. In a Rolling Stones interview the singer did at that time, she stated ‘I know what I’m doing. I know I’m shocking you’, then went on to say that ‘there’s no one thing that defines what beauty is’. Touché Miley, touché. 

In a society learning to move forward from trapping beauty standards and gender norms, isn’t this the attitude we all need?

As a multi-award winning artist, Miley has collaborated in the past with a plethora of incredible musicians such as Mark Ronson, Dua Lipa, and most recently, Elton John, who she announced would be featured on her soon to be released Metallica covers album. In the past, she has produced pop, country, hip-hop, rap and recently rock music, a diverse range that aligns itself with her refusal to be labelled as one thing. Starring in an episode of Netflix’s Black Mirror in 2019, Cyrus played popstar ‘Ashley O’ who struggles under all the pressures from society and the people around her to fit one identity until she eventually can break free. This was a direct critique of her own experience as a child-star for Disney, but also one against society in general that you can be more than one thing at the same time. 

In the single Slide Away which was Cyrus’s debut performance after her divorce from ex-husband Liam Hemsworth she sang the lyric ‘move on, we’re not 17/ I’m not who I used to be’. It appears that Miley isn’t afraid of change: changing her look, changing her music, changing her personal life. Change is something we are taught to fear, but as the infamous saying goes adventure starts at the edge of your comfort zone.

So in 2021, we’ll be channelling our inner Miley to try new things and set new goals. Do you have a haircut you’ve always wanted to try but have never dared to do? Have you always wanted to learn an instrument or start a new sport? Then this is your sign – be a little Miley and push the limits of who you think you are. It’s 2021, and you can be exactly whoever you want to be.

Maybe think before you go for the full mullet though…

Words by Becca Seib

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More and more people are switching to a vegan lifestyle every day, and with the new year about to start and veganuary coming up, you might be thinking about it too. But becoming vegan isn’t quite as easy as a simple diet change: getting rid of all and any animal products is not just a vast change to your consumption and even your routine, it’s also a dedication to a cause. Because of the struggles people have with the transition, we’ve come up with some tips to help you do it properly.

1 – Do Your Research

A lot of products you already use might be vegan, for example New York Bakery Co. Bagels or Cadbury’s Bournville chocolate. Vegan blogs often write about ‘accidentally vegan’ products, which can help you find the products you already use that are vegan, making it feel like less of a drastic change.

2 – Join Subscriptions Or Online Communities

Finding recipes and meal ideas can be difficult when going vegan, but meal plan subscriptions, vegan magazines and vegan blogs are the best way to find inspiration, reviews and up and coming vegan trends. Branded vegan foods can sometimes come with recipe cards or ideas of how to use that product and you can sometimes find more inspiration on their websites as well.

3 – Find Your Motivation

While deciding to go vegan you may have already found your motivation, but as a change to your daily life it can be easy to forget why you’re picking this route, or lose your incentive. So do your research, watch some documentaries and find your inspiration.

4 – Don’t Go ‘Cold Turkey’

The transition to vegan is better to do slowly if you want to stick to it. Gradually replacing animal products with vegan alternatives allows your body to acclimate to the diet, start with animal products you won’t miss and begin incorporating vegan foods you don’t already eat.

5 – Find Your Supermarket

Finding the supermarket for your vegan diet is important, because even in 2020 a lot of shops have only a small range of vegan foods, and shopping around for ages isn’t something everyone has time to do. It might take a few weeks to find the shop you prefer, with the largest range or the best range, but it’s definitely worth it to find everything you want and need in one place.

Words by Daisy Grace Greetham, Graphics by Victoria Zhao

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The best way to stick to your resolutions is to set them in stone, and as subscription services are becoming all the rage, we’ve found subscriptions for you to start in the new year depending on your resolutions, to keep you on track with your new year goals.

Healthy Food/Cooking Subscriptions

If your New Year’s resolution is to eat healthier or to cook more, we’ve made a list of some brilliant services that bring culinary inspiration right to your door.

Gousto: Gousto’s recipe boxes mean quality, sustainability and adventure, as each purchase brings you perfected recipes, the best ingredients and zero waste. You can choose your recipes, which can cater to allergies, time constraints and diets, and you receive everything you need. It’s a great way to spice up your weekday meals and with so many options you’ll never get tired of it.

OddBox: OddBox will help you achieve those healthy eating resolutions while satisfying any eco-friendly ones at the same time. Aimed to fight waste and save the planet, OddBox will bring “rescued” fruit and veg straight to your door, saving it from the bins it would go to after supermarket rejection.

AllPlants: If you’re trying to go vegan in 2021, you might worry about meal inspiration, meal preparation and finding ingredients. But do not fear! AllPlants are here to serve you prepared meals with sustainability and spice. AllPlants have over 30 meals to choose from and a box of 6 will be delivered to your door whenever you like.

Vitamin Subscriptions

Vitamin subscriptions are the latest thing in nutrition and health – personalised and tailored vitamins and more advanced supplements straight to your door, catering to your individual and unique health needs. Another way to satisfy those New Year’s resolutions on health is to sign up. Here are a few of our favourites:

Feel: Feel are an eco-friendly multi-vitamin company bound to be better than any drug store multivitamins you can find. Their formula contains 32 ingredients all at their highest absorption rates and bioavailability. With 15 vitamins, 10 Minerals, 6 phytonutrients and Alpha Lipoic Acid, these multivitamins are something else.

VitaminBuddy: VitaminBuddy is a flexible monthly subscription that’s built around your individual lifestyle and needs. After you take their quiz on sleeping patterns, diets and things you want to improve, you can decide on a plan and get the tailored vitamins sent straight to your door. All VitaminBuddy vitamins are vegan and gluten-free.

Vitl: Vitl is another tailored subscription service, but unlike others, this company helps you reach certain goals with their supplements and vitamins. Boost your sleep quality, improve your skin health, or even use Vitl to help you conceive, with the company’s female health packs that range from fertility to menopause.

Self-care and Wellness Boxes

One popular resolution is to make time for yourself and your mental health in the new year, and especially after the year we’ve all had it’s important to keep our self-care up, even when we’re busy. The following subscription services can help you relax, reflect and treat yourself in 2021.

WildWoman: WildWoman wellness boxes are well-curated, themed boxes aimed to help you with self-care, self-love and self help each month. With a non-fiction book, 4 care gifts and journaling prompts in each box, the subscription is definitely worth the money for some motivation and a little time to yourself.

BlissBox: BlissBox is the perfect subscription to spoil yourself with; focusing on the statistic that 48% of us are stressed at least once a week, this subscription wants to help you destress and look after your mental and physical well being. Each BlissBox provides you with an activity, a useful item, something for self-care, a treat and a sense stimulator, catering to every aspect of relaxation and pampering to really release the stress.

Pause: Pause is here to help you with your mental health, while you help someone else with theirs; as a product of the charity Mind, this subscription service will send you a box of goodies each month while your £7.50 goes towards Mind’s projects. In the monthly box you’ll receive an activity, to help you destress and learn a new skill, and some mindfulness gifts depending on the monthly theme.

BuddyBox: BuddyBox subscriptions are boxes of comfort and calm that help you contribute to mental health services. With beautiful graphics and thoughtfully crafted goodies, BuddyBoxes encourage you to be kind to yourself each month, and every package’s theme corresponds to the messages of the project’s organisation Blurt, which focuses on increasing awareness and reducing stigma around depression.

Donations

Your New Year’s resolution might be to give more, to support charities or those in need. One great way to do this is to subscribe to a charity donation subscription; donate each month and receive a sponsor’s gift box. With Pause Boxes and BuddyBox subscriptions also going to a good cause, here are some other charitable subscriptions we love:

Shelterbox Book Club: Shelterbox Book Club is a £10 monthly subscription from which you receive a book to read every six weeks. These books are by authors from all around the world that have been helped by Shelterbox’s international aid, every month, the book club community decides on which book to read and once you’ve read it there are online discussions you can be a part of. It’s accessible, affordable and the money goes directly to Shelterbox projects.

Stand4Socks Surprise Per Month: Stand4Socks are a brand that gives socks to the homeless for every pair sold, and with great designs, ethical sources and sustainable posting, subscribing to their monthly boxes is a brilliant idea. You can leave the designs as a surprise, or choose from options. For just £12 a month, it’s a gift, for you and someone else, that just keeps giving.

Words by Daisy Grace Greetham

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Perhaps one of the only saving graces to come from this year is that we got some incredible music, we got albums from some of our favourite superstars like The Weeknd and Ariana Grande, but perhaps more exciting than that is all the new faces we became acquainted with. As the year draws to a close and we (thankfully) move into 2021 we thought we’d provide you with a guide to some of the artists who are set to put their stamp on the industry for the coming years.

Greentea Peng

The self-described ‘psychedelic R&B’ singer-songwriter has had a steady year improving on the momentum she created for herself in 2019 with her breakout single ‘Downers’. Greentea is bringing something new to the UK music scene, her silky and enticing vocals are matched with thoughtful and conscious lyrics tackling topics such as gentrification and spirituality in the modern era.

The Kid LAROI

If we told you a few years ago that in the year 2020, one of hip hops most popular rappers would be a 17-year-old kid from Australia, you’d probably laugh in our face. But here we are and The Kid LAROI has taken the year by storm. With a whiny and angsty vocal style, Laroi has the ability to dominate tracks. His lyrics are catchy, and his style is perfect for the current climate of mainstream rap as he often blends classic emo with modern trap, very similarly to his former friend and label mate, Juice WRLD. With viral tracks on Tik Tok and the deluxe version of his debut album recently being released with instant commercial success, it will be no surprise to see Laroi at the top of the charts in the coming years.

Baby Keem

Being Kendrick Lamar’s cousin is a pretty good starting point to be at when embarking on a musical career, but it also comes with a lot of pressure. Luckily Baby Keem doesn’t seem to feel pressure and he’s going in the complete opposite direction to his better-known cousin. While you might expect Keem to focus on lyricism and social commentary like Kendrick, he confidently carves his own lane providing an energetic and captivating new voice in the rap game. His vocal inflections and flows are sometimes strange, however, they are always head-turning and you’ll struggle to find someone who fits into the same creative pocket as him. His biggest hit ‘ORANGE SODA’ has over 150 million plays on Spotify and we expect to see even higher numbers than that in 2021.

Mulatto

Although Mulatto may have been making in rows in the industry over the past few years, 2020 has truly been her breakout year. She showed her versatility as an artist on her debut album earlier this year, dipping her toes into various styles and pulling it off without sacrificing the quality of the music. The Atlanta native has held her own and often outshined fellow rap heavyweights like Gucci Mane and 21 Savage on her own tracks, she’s not one to underestimate.

Rosalia

Spanish singer-songwriter Rosalia has had quite the year, from working with Travis Scott on multiple tracks whilst also more recently being placed on the official remix for the biggest song of the year ‘Blinding Lights’, there are no doubts she’s placed herself within the upper echelon of the music industry. Born in Barcelona Rosalia’s international appeal is unmatched, this year she even became the first artist to be nominated for a VMA who primarily records in Spanish. Artists like J Balvin (who she’s also collabed with) have managed to become global superstars with music that transcends language and it seems Rosalia is the next artist to become that internationally recognised.

Jack Harlow

Jack Harlow’s catchy and colourful flows have already managed to find a place for themselves on the charts as his massive viral hit ‘What’s Poppin’ seemed to be on everyone’s playlist this year. Jack’s confident and infectious personality seeps onto the bright and playful trap beats he laces his well-executed melodies and witty wordplay all over. Jack makes music that is the epitome of fun. However, he did manage to show a different side to his music during his XXL freshman freestyle where he tackled the subject of racial unjust with a level of maturity and thoughtfulness you wouldn’t usually expect from a rapper in his lane. While we’re sure he’ll carry on providing soundtracks to your parties, it’s great to know he also has a more conscious approach to music in his locker.

Mariah The Scientist

A fresh new voice from the endless talent pool of Atlanta who goes by the name Mariah The Scientist, is bringing brutally honest lyrics and a truly exceptional vocal range that is engineered to repeatedly pull at your heartstrings. Mariah provides a perspective that seems as if it’s been written from the women’s POV to the type of debauchery bragged about in The Weeknd’s songs. The view of a girlfriend who had to live with his ego and endless selfish decisions.

SAINt JHN

The story of SAINt JHN is quite incredible, his track ‘Roses’ which was released in 2018 and gained only minor commercial success was then remixed In late 2019 by Kazakh producer Imanbek and the song now astonishingly has over one billion views on Spotify, giving SAINt JHN one of the most listened to songs of the year. More recently he released his debut album stacked full of features from some of music’s biggest names such as Kanye West, Future and Lil Uzi Vert. While SAINt JHN may not be a household name at this current moment but he’s doing everything, he can to make sure he will be.

100 Gecs

If there’s one thing you can say about 100 Gecs, it’s that they refuse to allow themselves to be trapped in a creative box. Their influences range from punk and hip hop to alt-pop and ska. Their music is a complete mess and we mean that in the best way possible. Their range of alternative bangers are impressively hectic and incredibly creative and unique. When you first hear a Gecs song you may find yourself struggling to comprehend what you’re hearing but we promise it will grow on you, and once you start digging through their discography you won’t be able to stop. Even big industry names are starting to take notice and the duo have worked with pop star Charli XCX on the remix to their song ‘Ringtone’.

Words by Chris Saunders

Graphics by Millie Pollok

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It is certain that this New Year’s Eve won’t exactly be what we’re used to, but this shouldn’t
stop us from celebrating it in style.

It’s definitely been a while since the last time we’ve had the opportunity to dress up and be a
little more extravagant than usual. To enjoy that getting ready process while listening to our
favourite tunes, trying a new makeup look and feeling special in clothes other than our
essential sweatpants and hoodie. So what better excuse to do so than to celebrate the end of
this unprecedented year?

Whether you will be welcoming this new year from the comfort of your own home with a
movie marathon, or with a few of your closest friends in a safe and socially distanced
environment you will still want to look your best. Which is why we’ve come up with a few
options that could help you in your search for the perfect mood-boosting New Year’s Eve
look.

From most classic silk dresses, detailed embroidered tops or a comfy lounge set we’ve got
you covered. Now all you have to do is choose the right one for you and countdown the
days…

1. Knitted dreams
   A simple yet colourful option to brighten up your celebrations. If you’re not really into the
   usual sparkly and sequined cliché this dress is the perfect alternative. A cosy yet trendy
   choice, as seen on Kendall Jenner, that will mark your special look while being a great
   addition to your trans-seasonal wardrobe.

£ 98

House Of Sunny Hockney Dress

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£ 110

Amazonite Gold Lena Choker

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£ 139

Missoma Gold Ovate Hoops Earring Set

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£ 85

&OtherStories Strappy Leather Heeled Sandal

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£ 150

LK Bennett Dora Suede Clutch Bag

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2. Black Twist
   Black is always a good idea. This option is the perfect representation of a classic and timeless
   look with little yet defining details to accentuate your look. The simplicity of this bodysuit,
   its sculpting design and feminine neckline make it an easy look to complete with statement
   jewellery and layering pieces, ready for an elegant and reserved night.

£ 139

House Of CB Black Jumpsuit

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£ 99

House Of CB Black Vegan Leather Jacket

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£ 80.00

Justine Clenquet Clay Earring

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£ 104.49

Trouva Palladium Vicky Necklace

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£ 149

Kurt Geiger Bond Satin Court Shoes

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£ 75.00

ROOP Black Furoshiki Bag

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3. Shine
   You can never go wrong with a little sparkle during New Year’s. If you still want this New
   Year’s to feel as special as always and are daring to be different from the rest, this Paloma
   Wool’s shiny set is everything you need. Throw on a pair of heeled boots and some fun
   accessories and you’ll be ready for the night.

£ 98.00

No 595 / Jaguar, Paloma Wool

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£ 180

No 596 / Hamptons, Paloma Wool

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£ 160

Steve Madden Winona Snakeskin Embellished Ankle Boots

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£ 160

MAISON MARGIELA Silver Necklace Barrette

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£ 69.99

Zara Oversized Cropped Blazer

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4. Silk on silk
   An atypical option for an atypical occasion. Since many of us have opted for a night in
   watching movies and laying in bed we’ve found a fashionable look that will make you feel
   good without trying too hard. A silk set to welcome the year with comfort and glam.

£ 72

Love Stories Frankie Bodysuit

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£ 82

Love Stories Honolulu Pants

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£ 135

Love Stories Patchouli Robe

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£ 54

Love Stories Emu Mayberry Slippers

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5. White tradition
   We all need a bit more luck for this upcoming year and according to various South American
   traditions the best ways to manifest it would be through wearing white. White is an inherently
   positive colour, it is said to reflect fortune and new beginnings. It also works as a beautiful
   neutral option for any outfit choice. So why not welcome this new year with a more hopeful
   outlook in your trendiest white dress?

£ 93

STEELE Corset Slip Dress

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£ 250

Lauren Manoogian Pyramid Shoulder Scarf

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£ 56

The M Jewelers Bamboo Hoop Earrings

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£ 189

VENCZEL White TX Pouch

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Words by Chiara Ferrari, Graphics by Sophia Zenonos

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