Welcome to my latest journal. With the weather less than desirable outside, I hope these insightful entries will prove an entertaining read to enjoy indoors with a mug (or large glass) of something delicious. Instead of my usual Wardrobe Diary, this month we did something a little different with my two daughters, Maddy and Grace, which I think brings the collection to life in a whole new way. And as always, I’ve enlisted the help of some incredibly talented women to offer their diverse expertise, as well as compiling our own cultural and sartorial edits to inform your day-to-day life. 

Mask-friendly make-upWearing a face mask is now as much part of our daily routine as applying make-up, so it’s time we made the two work together. I asked make-up artist Yae Pascoe, whom we’ve worked with for years, for her tips to keeping your face in place while wearing a face mask.

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Book clubNow more than ever books serve a crucial role in transporting us away for an hour or two, offering much-needed respite. In our latest book club, writer and journalist Gill Hornby shares an uplifting read that will help you escape the daily grind and give your mind a break from the news cycle. 

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Home office décor It looks like we’ll all be working from home for the foreseeable future, so I asked interior designer Joanna Plant for her insight on curating the perfect home office set up. Joanna helped me create my own calming work space at home, so I can personally attest that she knows what she’s talking about.

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The culture editOctober marks Black History Month, so we have created an edit of books to read, films to watch and even days out to help continue our learning. There are endless resources out there and certainly we can’t restrict history to a single month, but this is an engaging starting point. 

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Style clinicThis week you sent in your style questions and I’ve answered them in our very first Style Clinic. From building a capsule wardrobe to the best flattering styles for different heights and body types, I hope you’ll find it useful.

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Like mother, like daughtersIt has always been my intention that our collections be covetable and functional, regardless of age. That’s why I particularly loved doing this very special shoot with my two teenage daughters, who both styled the collection in their own unique way.

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Autumn dazeWe have a lot of wonderful styles to look forward to this season, so this is a little sneak peek of what is to come. Shot in the British countryside, this campaign truly brings to life the luxe textures and vibrant colours of the new collection.

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