Going Up
Princess Margaret She went to parties without a hat. She wore fabulous Dior-y dresses. Her personal life was relatable, making her a fitting breakout star of the second series of The Crown.
Getting crafty Skint? Same. No matter. It’s Make Smthng week, so it’s virtually law to sew something. We plan to go for broke at Sew Over It and Etsy before Christmas kicks in.
Statement earrings Post-mismatched earrings, we’re taking it down a notch. Take your cue from Van Cleef & Arpels and Dior, and wear the same earrings in different colours. Doable.
Broccoli The vegetable ad infinitum, but also the new female-run magazine that looks at weed in art, culture and fashion. Personal favourite = weed ikebana arranging for beginners.
Going down
Micro bags Kate Moss has the Balenciaga one, which is cool, but wholly impractical, given it only fits three bank cards. Cheaper alternative? Your pocket! You’re welcome.
Gin Mother’s ruin officially makes you sad, says Public Health Wales. There goes our cocktail-in-a-can plan.
Christmas-ad-themed merch The urge to get your hands on the latest toy creature is directly proportionate to the lack of interest come 1 January, when Christmas is so last year.
Perfect place-setting promotion Shout out to Ivanka, who single-handedly killed table decorations by presenting a giant flowery clam for Thanksgiving. Paper plate, tinsel and a red cup for us.
