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ATTREN. - Bold, Versatile, Fresh
ATTREN founders, Lauren and Matt Rowley discuss their own authenticity, their drive to inspire, and the core philosophies of their streetwear brand.
Lucy Wragg
Jul 12, 20253 min read


LFW AW25: Black PR Press Day
Calm after the storm of London Fashion Week back in February, earlier this year STRAND was invited to attend the Black PR press week, where the firm’s strong portfolio of brands showcased their AW25 collections in a more relaxed environment.
Abbey Villasis and Lucy Wragg
Jul 12, 20255 min read


V&A’s Fashion in Motion: CPHFW - a Dynamic Display of Danish Designs.
Denmark may be small, but it’s becoming a mighty force in the fashion sphere. Hannah Philcox-Booth discusses the V&A's recent exhibit centred on Copenhagen Fashion Week.
Hannah Philcox-Booth
Jul 12, 20254 min read


Where Do We Go When We Die? Michinari Ozawa's Starry-Eyed Vision of Life After Loss in 'Our Cosmic Dust'
Ozawa’s creative style, which fuses traditional techniques with modern visuals and existential questions, is unique to the British landscape.
Jennifer Hensey
Jul 12, 20255 min read


In Conversation with Whetstone Jewellery: An Interview with the Co-Founder Zoe Zhang
Photo Courtesy of Zoe Zhang At the heart of Whetstone Jewellery lies a profound philosophy: transformation through tension. Taking its name from the sharpening stone used to refine a blade, Whetstone explores the evolving relationship between adornment and identity. Each piece speaks to quiet strength and sculptural clarity, reinterpreting historical motifs with minimalist design and emotional intensity. The brand’s hallmark is a precise aesthetic merging fluid lines, balance
Daria Slikker
Jul 10, 20254 min read


Infinities Commission: Christelle Oyiri @ Tate Modern
In a Perpetual Remix Where is My Own Song? (2025) © Tate As the recipient of the first annual Infinities Commission from Tate, Christelle...
Oisín McGilloway
Jul 9, 20254 min read


From Earlestown to the World: The Rise of The K’s
In the heart of England’s North West lies Earlestown, a quiet town nestled between the musical powerhouses of Manchester and Liverpool. It’s not the kind of place typically associated with stardom but it’s exactly where The K’s began. Born out of the ambition of suburban life, this four-piece indie rock band – Jamie Boyle (vocals/rhythm guitar), Ryan Breslin (lead guitar), Dexter Baker (bass), and Nathan Peers (drums) have become one of the most exciting names in British guit
Daria Slikker
Jul 8, 20253 min read


Actually, You're Wrong
More often than not, I am wrong. I am constantly (if unintentionally) lying. After twenty minutes convincing my poor interlocutor that I, in fact, must be right, a simple Google search proves me to be unequivocally incorrect.
Artemis McMaster-Christie
Jul 2, 20254 min read


Queer Iconography, Daddy Issues and Chain Smoking, Lily Sinko's ‘Magdalena: Woman of Joy’, A New Comedy
Writer and leading woman Lily Sinko brought a new, unique comedy entitled, ‘Magdalena: Woman of Joy’ to Playhouse East from the 10th to...
Grace Mahoney
Jun 11, 20254 min read


Little Simz Curates 30th Meltdown: In Conversation With Deborah Yewande Bankole, Public Programme Producer At The Southbank Centre
Little Simz, this year's curator of the Southbank Centre's annual Meltdown Festival © Thibaut Grevet Returning to one of London’s most...
Oisín McGilloway
Jun 11, 20256 min read
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