Category: Consumer Lifestyle

READY, STEADY, BAKE!

As the world slowly returns to a sense of normality, the positive effects of the pandemic are starting to emerge. After spending most of our days indoors, many of us have started to appreciate the joys of baking, replacing the takeout menu with a pair of oven gloves! According to an article in the Independent,…
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THE SATURDAY SNOOZE

The science behind sleep has always been disputed, but should pressing that snooze button leave you feeling so guilty? In our modern world, everything moves at such a fast pace that sleep seems to be our last concern.  According to News in Health, “Sleep is as important for good health as diet and exercise. Good…
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CLICK OR CARRY? HOW OUR SHOPPING HABITS ARE CHANGING

As we scroll through pages of clothes and accessories, we love the simplicity of going on a wild shopping spree in the comfort of our own home. The days of trying on piles of clothes and carrying countless shopping bags are a distant memory as our favorite pastime has moved online. Since the start of…
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MORE THAN JUST A FURRY FRIEND!

After a very long day we can’t wait to get home to our furry friends! Whether they are cats, dogs, rabbits or hamsters their company seems to be the best part of our day. The question of “why?”  isn’t hard to answer but the presence of our loyal companions is far more valuable to our…
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FITNESS: A LIFESTYLE CHOICE OR PURELY AESTHETIC?

We live in a world infatuated with fitness, from weight-loss supplements to waist trainers, there is no limit to just how far we will go to achieve that perfect body. According to Insider, in 2020 the majority of fitness influencers reach their viewers through Instagram. Despite the expansion of other media channels such as Tik…
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I’VE GOT A TEXT (SHIPPING UPDATE!)

Hands up, who’s watching Love Island this year? As the UK experiences a heatwave, and we’re all set to melt by 9pm, a little light relief, and perhaps some retail therapy is a must. To that end, this year ITV is trialling a brand new service, which allows viewers to find and purchase items from…
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SUBSCRIPTION BOX SERVICE SUCCESS

Who doesn’t love a delivery? Packages of all shapes and sizes turning up at your door makes it feel like Christmas every day, especially when you can’t even remember what you’ve ordered! With the COVID-19 pandemic forcing us to spend more time at home over the last 18 months, it’s no wonder the popularity of…
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INSTAGRAM KILLS THE PHOTOGRAPHY STAR?

Instagram has long been recognised as the photo sharing app, with users sharing every element of their best lives be it selfies, food, friends and family or holiday pics to make everyone jealous! But as with all things in social media, nothing stays the same for long as companies strive to introduce new features, to keep…
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HAVE YOU HEARD ABOUT THE #BLACKTIKTOKSTRIKE?

In the last few years, dance has become a fundamental aspect of TikTok and an abundant part of youth culture. The most popular dance on TikTok saw more than 29.7 million users attempting the choreography and has even made its way into school talent shows. Set to the song “Lottery” by K Camp, it is…
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