How hard is it to find sandals that are both chic and comfortable? Very, apparently. It’s a wardrobe dilemma that affects every single woman each summer—so we’ve done the hard work for you and picked out a few of the best sandals in the shops this season.

Embrace castaway chic by adorning yourself with delicate seashells, straw textures and deep ocean hues…

Ddo a good deed and bring your old bras along to Odyssey Boutique’s Bra Amnesty. Not only will you get to recycle your old bra, saving the planet one garment at a time, you’ll also be supporting a fantastic charity - and you’ll get a brand new, properly fitted bra to take home too.

Sure, florals for summer aren’t groundbreaking - but clash this year’s crop with bold brights and geometric prints and you’ve got a look that’s very modern indeed. Petals just got promoted…

To celebrate the start of summer, we’re giving you the chance to get your hands on this quirky, chic accessory to complete your SS19 wardrobe.

Renowned Scottish jeweller Laings has announced the launch of a colourful summer collection for 2019, in partnership with interiors label Bluebellgray - and to celebrate their colourful partnership, Laings will be hosting a series of special instore events.

With the sunshine finally making an appearance, it’s time to sort our your summer sunglasses wardrobe. We asked sunglasses expert Rae Morrison, lead dispensing optician at Duncan and Todd Group, for her top tips to make sure you get your ideal pair that not only flatters, but protects your eyes from any form of damage.

They might conjure up images of the great plains of Africa, but the new season’s neutrals are just as at home in the city…

Whether you find that waistbands are gappy or the thighs are too tight, we know all too well that when it comes to jeans, one size really doesn’t fit all - but Next have come to the rescue with a brand-new range of in-between sizes.

They might sound childlike, but polka dot prints have been spotted on many a street styler this spring, and the effect is as whimsical as it is chic. Join the procession with monochrome pieces that are bang on point…

Hair slides are back in fashion. We don’t mean the colourful butterfly clips of the ‘90s… we’re talking sleek, slick metallic slides and bejewelled barrettes for a playful yet grown up look.

Contemporary fashion and lifestyle brand, TOAST, is set to open its first Scottish store this Friday March 22 with a curated collection of womenswear and homeware pieces.

Sadly we can’t control the weather, but we can help you get it right this spring with our pick of the best transitional coats to see you through this somewhat unpredictable season.

Who says pastels can’t pack a punch? Brighten up your new season wardrobe with pretty pops of colour for a look that’s both feminine and fierce.

Holly’s latest Must-Have collection has just launched in Marks & Spencer stores across Scotland, and we’re currently coveting lots of gorgeous pieces from the denim-inspired range.

As Holly launches her fourth ‘Must-Have’ collection for Marks & Spencer, here’s the lowdown on the pieces you’ll want to shop now…

Temperatures have plummeted, and the world (okay, Scotland) seems to be covered in a permanent layer of snow and frost. But just because it’s chilly outside, doesn’t mean you need to sacrifice style in order to stay warm.

Draw inspiration from Scotland’s great estates for a cosy and comfy season - because who says the Queen’s favourite knitwear and tartan combo can’t be thoroughly modern?

We caught up with knitwear designer Flora Collingwood-Norris to find out more about her eponymous Scottish knitwear brand, Collingwood-Norris.

Here are three of our favourite Christmas party looks to take inspiration from this festive season. Think silk, velvet, sequins and statement earrings… you know the drill.

If there’s one time of year you can get away with tacky novelty jewellery, it’s definitely Christmas. Add a little bit of festive cheer to your Christmas party outfit with a pair of these earrings… some of which are more subtle than others.

Iconic Scottish outerwear manufacturer, Hancock Vulcanised Articles, has announced a Kickstarter campaign to launch three fully customisable, luxury raincoat ranges, providing a bespoke option for the first time in the brand’s history.

Everybody’s wardrobe staple gets an update for winter, with new fits, added detailing and a healthy dose of metallics. Denim has never looked so good.

One of Edinburgh’s best-loved boutiques, Covet is a treasure trove for accessories addicts. We sat down with Blaise Donald, co-owner of the boutique, to find out more about Covet and her fashion must-haves for this season

Tartan has long been one of winter’s staple patterns, and this year it’s back with a vengeance. From classic Scottish tartans to brightly coloured plaid, the high street is awash with checks of all kinds.

Scotland has a long heritage of producing top quality knitwear, and these designers are continuing the tradition - with their own contemporary twist.

We caught up with our gorgeous October cover girl, Flo Millar, to find out how she got started in modelling, what her favourite piece of clothing is, and which trends she’ll be wearing this A/W.

From full-on feline to a subtle injection of pattern, here are a few of our favourite leopard picks so you can wear this season’s biggest trend in style.

If you only buy one new bag this A/W, make it this little beauty from Scottish luxury handbag designer Sarah Haran.

Expertly combining fashion and functionality, say hello new Glasgow-based outdoor fashion brand Finnieston. They’ve got your A/W essentials sorted.

Your usual beauty routine not standing up to all the sun, sea and sand of the summer holidays? Here’s our pick of the best waterproof make-up essentials to pop in your travel bag.

Jorum Laboratories, Scotland’s first fragrance house, has announced the launch of its eponymous perfume brand, Jorum Studio, with a pop-up perfumery at the iconic Edinburgh department store, Jenners, from July 29 to August 26.

If your complexion feels a little dull and is lacking a healthy, radiant glow, then we have the best news for you. Benefit have just dropped two new brightening base products, guaranteed to give you brighter, healthier-looking skin in a flash!

The collection from award-winning blogger Huda Kattan launches online today and will roll out to beauty counters in Harvey Nichols stores throughout June, including Harvey Nichols Edinburgh on June 18.

Think Hollywood skin is the sole preserve beautiful, and wealthy, celebrities? Think again. The newest facial on the block at Dr Nestor’s Medical & Cosmetic Centre will give you a red-carpet glow, minus the downtime…

We caught up with the founder of Edinburgh’s most beautiful skincare hub, The Source Clinic, which has just opened this month in Morningside, to find out more about the must-have treatments available and what we should all be doing to take care of our skin this summer…

Not sure how to achieve the perfect brow? We asked Natalia Niznik, Serior Therapist at Edinburgh’s NOW by One Spa, for her top tips on how to get the brows you’ve always dreamed of.

To celebrate PURE Spa & Beauty launching four new spas across the UK this spring, we’re giving you the opportunity to win a pamper experience for two!

Whether it’s a couple’s weekend or a getaway with the girls, a weekend lazing in the sumptuous surrounds of The Spa at The Blythswood Square Hotel will keep you smiling, as Hood’s editor, Jennifer Crichton-Gibson, finds out…

With holidays on the horizon, it’s time to get practicing your beachy waves for an effortless hairstyle that will see you through the summer. A classic, relaxed ‘do that works on just about any hair length and type, here’s how to achieve the look…

Just in time for the warmer weather, Benefit has announced that its iconic Hoola bronzer is being launched in two beautiful new shades, perfect for deeper complexions.

With the sun finally making an appearance, we’re ditching our heavy foundations in favour of sunkissed skin and a natural glow. Here’s how to get the coveted au naturel look, courtesy of award-winning Aberdeen-based hair stylist Kimberly Logie and makeup artist Jenny Grey.

If you’re in need of some relaxation and pampering, book yourself in for a holistic massage at Edinburgh’s brand new Ologie Clinic. We caught up with Ologie’s founder, Giedre Gudauskaite to find out more about the newest addition to the capital’s health and beauty scene.

Here’s our guide to the tell-tale signs that your skincare might not be a perfect match for your complexion.

Curly hair is beautiful, but if you don’t know to manage it, it can be a tricky one to master. With a just little bit of attention, and the right products, it’s easy to keep those unruly curls under control and embrace your natural hair.

Award-winning day spa group PURE Spa is the first in the UK to offer this exciting new cruelty-free treatment, and it will be available in their Scottish salons from March 21 - with a special event to help celebrate the launch.

Spring has well and truly sprung (well, if we ignore Storm Gareth…), which means this is the perfect time to switch up your skincare routine in line with the season. The aim is to get skin looking as fresh and healthy as possible - dewy, juicy, glowing skin is most definitely in this spring.

Usually we’re all about low-key nude lips, but sometimes you just need a classic red lipstick to make you feel your best. And what better excuse for cracking out the red lippy than Valentine’s Day?

If your makeup bag is in need of a refresh, we’ve got just the thing for you! We’ve got five £100 Benefit Cosmetics vouchers to give away to help you look your very best this spring.

To make sure you end up with something lovely this year (yes, yes, it’s the thought that counts… but do you really want to end up with an oversized teddy bear again?), give your beau a little nudge in the right direction by sending them our Valentine’s Day gift guide. J’adore.

The treatments, now available at Dr Nestor’s Edinburgh clinic, use cutting-edge technology to offer a non-surgical solution to improve skin and aesthetic concerns.

We’ve got the experts on hand to help your hair look its best this festive season. Jack Baxter and Jason Collier share their top tips for creating four holiday hairstyles.

We’ve picked out a few of our favourite festive-inspired nails from some of the top salons in Scotland to help you get ready for your Christmas party in style.

We sat down with one of Edinburgh’s most experienced cosmetic doctors, Dr Nestor Demosthenous, to find out more about his work and his philosophy on aesthetic treatments.

These all-natural, 100% biodegradable sponges from KOHA Beauty help you achieve soft, clear and glowing skin - using just water.

The last two months of the year always seem to be the busiest, so if you’re in need of a little pampering in the lead-up to Christmas, Edinburgh’s Guerlain Spa has exactly the thing to sort you out.

Women often don’t speak about the after-effects of pregnancy and childbirth, but Dr Rosy Fazzi, the women’s health doctor at Edinburgh’s award-winning Medical & Cosmetic Centre, is on a mission to help women feel empowered after having children.

Why are younger women opting for aesthetic treatments, and when is the right time to start having them? We caught up with Dr Nestor for an in-depth Q&A.

100% cruelty-free and natural, Nude by Nature’s new lip range is not only good for you, it’s good for the environment too.

Many beauty brands are supporting Breast Cancer Awareness Month this October, donating money towards research and support services. If you fancy doing your bit to help, here’s what to put on your shopping list.

Whatever the weather, these summer cocktails from Tomatin Distillery are sure to bring some sunshine to your weekend. Offering fresh and unusual flavour combinations, these concoctions prove that Scotland’s national drink can be enjoyed in more ways than one…

Surf and turf is a classic combination that can’t be beaten when you’re after some indulgent dining. Edinburgh’s newest restaurant has taken the concept quite literally—Surf & Turf’s menu is a veritable bounty of the very best of Scotland’s land and sea harvest.

Along with an LGBT rainbow flag facelift, the hotel is spreading the love with a charity cocktail and colourful afternoon tea during Pride month.

If you’re a fan of Japanese food then Umi Edinburgh, tucked away in one of Stockbridge’s Georgian basements, is the place to go.

Sun (hopefully), sea, sand, good food and chilled drinks… What more could you want this summer? Luckily you don’t have to head off to the Med to enjoy those things, as a brand new beachside pop-up has just opened in the coastal town of North Berwick.

Celebrations are in order this weekend as Brasserie Prince, the stylish eatery located within Edinburgh’s iconic Rocco Forte Balmoral hotel, turns one. To mark their birthday, the restaurant has created a limited-edition menu featuring some of Alain Roux’s favourite dishes from the past 12 months.

So LA’s approach to American beachside cuisine appears to be to cherry pick a little of every influence present in the USA’s vast melting pot and bring it all together in a menu that manages to be both interesting and crowd-pleasing at once.

This weekend, street food vendors from across Scotland will set up their stalls at The Pitt market in Edinburgh and compete to be named the country’s favourite.

As one of Glasgow’s oldest and most-beloved restaurants, The Two Fat Ladies at The Buttery is an institution that brings with it a reputation for comfort and classical dishes.

We’ve teamed up with Whittard of Chelsea to bring you a very special offer at their new Glasgow store - and the chance to win a Weekend Coffee Gift Box!

The Seafood Ristorante does justice to its waterside setting, with stunning views of St Andrews’ picturesque sands paired with equally awe-inspiring dishes of the freshest Scottish fish and shellfish.

Planning the perfect night out for Valentine’s Day? We’ve rounded up a few of the most romantic restaurants in Scotland so you can impress your date with a candlelit dinner.

Scotland is world-famous for its whisky and gin distilleries, but rum? Not so much. In a bid to introduce something new and exciting to Scotland’s drinks scene, Wester Spirit Co. recently opened their Meadow Road venue - the first commercial rum distillery to operate in Glasgow for over 300 years.

Raise a glass to the Bard this January and celebrate Burns Night in style. Whether you fancy a traditional Burns Supper or something a little more contemporary, here are a few of the best ways to celebrate across Scotland this week.

Taking part in Veganuary this month, or just looking for some healthy, tasty recipes to add to your weeknight repertoire? Element’s vegan burger is so good, you won’t even miss the meat.

The holidays are finally here and it’s time to get fully in the Christmas spirit. And what better way to do that than with a festive cocktail? These recipes are all quick and easy to make at home, whether you’re entertaining guests this Christmas Eve or just fancy a treat for yourself.

Looking for a veggie dish to serve this Christmas that won’t make you feel like you’re missing out? Try this mouthwatering recipe for roast butternut squash and feta Wellington from The Spiritualist in Aberdeen.

Sunday brunch might just be the best meal of the week. Always on the hunt for new places to enjoy a leisurely weekend breakfast, we recently tried Galvin Brasserie de Luxe’s relaunched brunch menu.

With lots of Christmas entertaining on the horizon, it’s always good to have an impressive recipe up your sleeve to start off a festive feast. Rather than going for something traditional, why not try this light and zingy seafood starter from Roy Brett of Edinburgh’s Ondine restaurant?

One of Edinburgh’s best-kept secrets, Cafe St Honore is a little slice of Paris hidden down a traditional New Town cobbled street. A true hidden gem, this French-style brasserie is the perfect place to escape on a cold, dark winter night.

Celebrate St Andrew’s Day tomorrow with this update on classic haggis, neeps and tatties from The Saint’s head chef, Callum Gilmour.

Old Pulteney, one of the world’s most distinctive single malt whiskies, has recently expanded its range in time for the festive season. Whether you’re gifting a bottle or stocking up your own drinks cabinet, these cocktails are perfect for making at home.

A new restaurant and bar, inspired by the fresh flavours and ultra-hip style of California, has recently opened on Glasgow’s Mitchell Street.

We asked Simon Attridge, Executive Chef at Gleneagles, for his favourite game recipe to celebrate Scotland’s fantastic seasonal produce.

One of Edinburgh’s best hidden gems, stylish family-run restaurant New Chapter, has revealed a new look in time for the festive season, alongside a delicious new winter menu.

The newest addition to Edinburgh’s nightlife scene, Eastside, recently opened on George Street. We headed along to check out what the buzz was all about.

Popular food and drink festival, North Hop, is coming to Dundee for this first time on Saturday 24th November.

Yule Fest Leith, a brand new seasonal cocktail festival bringing festive tipples to Edinburgh’s coolest neighbourhood, launches today.

Make the most of the long winter nights this December and get jolly with the return of Montpeliers Christmas Cocktail Club in Edinburgh.

We chatted to Giovanna Eusebi of Eusebi Deli about the importance of ‘real’ pasta and asked her for her favourite super simple pasta recipe.

Lovers of the silver screen rejoice - there’s a new cinema in town. Scotland’s newest cinema is opening in Edinburgh’s The Scotsman hotel, and it’s really something special.

Navigating the Edinburgh Fringe can be a daunting experience—even for locals. So, the Hood team has spent hours deliberating and conjugating to bring you our top picks for the 2019 Edinburgh Fringe. Here are the shows we’d recommend popping your calendar…

July might seem a little early to start thinking about Christmas, but - and we don’t want to alarm you here - there are only 21 weekends left until the big day. So, if you’re ready to get in the festive spirit, why not apply for the brand-new series of Kirstie’s Handmade Christmas?

With just a couple of weeks to go until the Edinburgh Festival Fringe kicks off, we’ve been scouring the guide to find this year’s best shows. Top of our list at the moment is Danny MacAskill’s Drop & Roll Live, an action-packed hour of street BMX tricks.

Along with an LGBT rainbow flag facelift, the hotel is spreading the love with a charity cocktail and colourful afternoon tea during Pride month.

Whether you’re planning a low-key date night or want to kick off a weekend with friends, the new OUI Sessions at the Radisson RED Glasgow provide the perfect mix of music and relaxed vibes.

Award-winning textile designer Chloe Patience is hosting an exclusive workshop at the Dovecot Studios this weekend, giving you the chance to learn the essentials of hand embroidery and beading techniques from the master.

Sun (hopefully), sea, sand, good food and chilled drinks… What more could you want this summer? Luckily you don’t have to head off to the Med to enjoy those things, as a brand new beachside pop-up has just opened in the coastal town of North Berwick.

If you fancy adding some personality to your home, bespoke furniture is the perfect way to do it - and the Chippendale International School of Furniture’s graduate exhibition is the ideal place to find some unique pieces.

Glasgow’s hottest new comedy club, The Glee Club, is offering ten lucky Hood readers the chance to win a pair of tickets to one of their hilarious weekend shows this summer.

Moat Brae, the house and garden in Dumfries which inspired J.M. Barrie to create Peter Pan, opens its doors this weekend as a brand new visitor attraction.

With Father’s Day just a couple of weeks away (16 June, for those who haven’t marked it in the calendar yet!), now’s a great time to start thinking about the perfect present for your father figure, to show him how much you care.

Oliver Bonas have announced the opening of their brand new Edinburgh store with a weekend of workshops, freebies and party vibes. Pop in to the new store at 15-19 Hanover Street to check out the new space and get involved in the celebrations.

Pop these dates in your diary… here’s our pick of the best things to see and do in Scotland this week.

We’ve rounded up a few of the best events, shows and festivals happening in Scotland, to help you make the most of your week. Time to get booking…

In need of a new pair of specs? Join Duncan and Todd at their brand new Dundee store this weekend to enjoy discounts, freebies and a first look at the revamped location.

Breast cancer charity, Walk the Walk, are encouraging Scots to embrace the fun of the fair this June as the MoonWalk returns to Edinburgh with a special circus-themed walk.

We’ve already professed our love for the Rare Birds (a hand-picked, beautifully wrapped novel delivered to your door every month? Yes please!), and now the Edinburgh-based book club is hosting its first book launch event.

Don’t fancy yet another weekend doing chores and watching rubbish TV? There’s plenty going on around Scotland, so get yourself off the sofa and book a ticket for one of these events.

Edinburgh’s The Ivy on the Square celebrated the start of Six Nations season in style last night, and Hood was lucky enough to bag an invite to the exclusive launch party.

Edinburgh’s Broughton Street is a haven of independent shops, cafes, restaurants and boutiques, making it the ideal place to while away a few hours on a Saturday afternoon. With a laid-back vibe and community feel, this corner of Edinburgh is undeniably cool both day and night.

Raise a glass to the Bard this January and celebrate Burns Night in style. Whether you fancy a traditional Burns Supper or something a little more contemporary, here are a few of the best ways to celebrate across Scotland this week.

The second-hand car industry comes with a host of preconceptions, particularly for female shoppers. But there’s no need for women to be intimidated. We caught up with Debbie Hubner, sales and communications director at Paisley’s Phoenix Car Company, to find out more.

Overindulged at the Christmas dinner table yesterday? Wrap up warm and work it off on a winter walk.

There’s plenty to keep you entertained on TV this Christmas, so here’s our guide to the best shows and specials to look out for over the next couple of weeks.

The five-star Fringe hit, Sing Sistah Sing!, returns to Edinburgh this month with a very special festive edition.

Offering a much more relaxed alternative to shopping on the high street, I Am Nomad’s special Open House event will give you plenty of interior inspiration as you get started on your Christmas shopping.

If you’re on the hunt for some truly unique Christmas presents, ditch the high street and head to new pop-up shopping event, Lolli-popup, this winter.

Zsuzsa Farrell, who runs Leithers Don’t Litter with husband Gerry, tells us all about their mission to clean up Leith with Yule Fest’s support.

For 50 nights from 16 November 2018, visitors to Scotland’s only Chinese lantern festival will discover over 450 gigantic lanterns inspired by mythical and legendary creatures from both Scottish and Chinese folklore.

You needn’t book a long-haul flight to experience wanderlust of epic proportions. Instead, treat yourself to a holiday to remember at one of these exclusive boutique hotels, all of which you can travel from Scotland to in five hours or less. Maximising your time in the sun is the priority, after all… 

While we might not get the weather of the Med, these beaches wouldn’t look out of place in the Caribbean and are a must-visit for anyone looking to enjoy some natural beauty in Scotland.

If you’ve read our March issue, you’ll know that this month’s city guide is taking you on a whirlwind weekend trip to the Emerald Isle’s capital city, Dublin. We visited one of the city’s most glamorous hotspots to enjoy cocktails and dinner.

A heaven for food lovers, Copenhagen has everything you could possibly want from a foodie weekend break. From Michelin starred dining to edgy food hangouts in the meatpacking district and healthy brunch spots in trendy Nørrebro, Denmark's capital is a hotbed of culinary delights.

To save you the trouble of tracking down the best places to eat, we’ve rounded up some of our favourite restaurants in New York City. For every unforgettable fine dining experience, there’s a family-run pizza joint round the corner equally worthy of your time…

Seek out some peace on the Isle of Skye at Hame, a sleek and stylish country bolthole that brings a touch of Scandi-chic to a spectacularly Scottish scene.

Rather than jetting away to sunnier climes this winter, we’re embracing the chilly Scottish weather and cosying up in some of the cutest log cabins and lodges the country has to offer.

In need of a holiday? Grab a last minute deal with these budget European city breaks, ideal for escaping the dreich Scottish weather this month.

On your next trip to the capital, opt for an aparthotel for the best of both worlds - the comfort and ease of a hotel, combined with the flexibility and freedom of an apartment. Here are a few of our favourite stylish stays.

Don’t let the typical Scottish summer put you off—if you’re dreaming of a summer spent dining alfresco, here’s how to do it in style…

Edinburgh-based Jeffreys Interiors recently unveiled their new spring/summer showroom, and it’s giving us plenty of home inspo.

MADE are giving you the chance to experience their online-only products in a brand new way, at their ‘Dine with Design’ supper club in Glasgow this week.

Promising that we’d learn how to create a stunning floral display using everybody’s favourite summer flower, we couldn’t wait to head along to Narcissus Flower School for their latest masterclass.

When it comes to on-screen interiors, is there anywhere more iconic than Monica Geller’s living room in Friends? Now you don’t just have to admire it from the other side of the screen - you can recreate the look in your very own living room with the help of IKEA’s latest advertising campaign.

Whether you regularly work from home, or just want to create a space where you can tackle your life admin without taking over the whole dining table, here are our top tips for creating the perfect home office.

Bring the outside in this spring by embracing this year’s trend for leafy interiors. Here’s our tips for adding some botanical beauty to your home, as well as our pick of the best home accessories to complete the look.

With spring on the horizon, we’re itching to give our homes a little refresh for the new season. Whether you’re undertaking a big renovation project, or just fancy adding a few new accessories to your living space, here are some of the trends you can expect to see a lot of in 2019.

Colour experts Pantone recently announced Living Coral as their Colour of the Year for 2019. Here are some of our favourite Living Coral-inspired homeware pieces to make sure your space looks bang on trend next year.

Offering a much more relaxed alternative to shopping on the high street, I Am Nomad’s special Open House event will give you plenty of interior inspiration as you get started on your Christmas shopping.

River Island is the latest high street shop to design their own homeware range. As you’d expect, it’s bang on trend and pretty affordable too.

You can never have too many candles, right? Here are five of the best to buy right now to prepare for a very hygge autumn at home.

Give your home an update with this autumn’s biggest interiors trends, from luxe velvet to the “New Nordic”.

We caught up with Scottish comedian and actress, Rachel Jackson, ahead of her run at this year’s Edinburgh Fringe to find out more about what she’s up to, and what she loves about festival season in the capital.

Whether you’re looking to turbo-charge your career or find a better work-life balance, our coach and columnist Kirsty McWilliam can help. This month, she shares her advice on how to manage life when you’re busy. Really, really busy…

Today we’re chatting to the sisters behind Little Big Star, Scotland’s premier children’s party-styling and planning service. A lifesaver for busy mums, we think this is one you’ll want to know more about…

Our ‘Man at the Back’, Gordon Millar of Scot Street Style, finds it’s never too late to pursue a dream in his latest column.

We caught up with Lorraine McKenna, the founder of luxury candle brand Gold Hart, to find out more about how she finds inspiration from the natural landscape of Scotland.

We quizzed opera singer Julia Sitkovetsky, currently playing the role of the Queen of the Night in Scottish Opera’s production of The Magic Flute, on everything from her backstage rituals to where she finds inspiration.

We chatted to Lucy McDonald, Programme Lead at SafeLives, to find out more about what the charity does, and what the new Domestic Abuse Act means for women in Scotland.

We caught up with Rachel Robertson, the woman behind Hackley Bags, to find out more about the process behind designing hand-crafted accessories and her inspiration for S/S19.

He’s an iconic makeup artist working for MAC all over the world, and he’s also one of the judges on brand-new BBC series Glow Up: Britain’s Next Makeup Star. We sat down with Dominic Skinner to find out more about the man behind the makeup.

If you’re in need of some relaxation and pampering, book yourself in for a holistic massage at Edinburgh’s brand new Ologie Clinic. We caught up with Ologie’s founder, Giedre Gudauskaite to find out more about the newest addition to the capital’s health and beauty scene.

Ahead of the grand opening of Spring! in Inverness on March 28, we caught up with Scottish Ballet’s resident choreographer, Sophie Laplane, to find out more about her love for dance.

Edinburgh-based Diana Baker is a photography pro, specialising in beautiful portrait shots of newborns and families. We caught up with her to find out more about what it’s like running your own photography business, and we even got some top tips for anyone looking to improve their photo-taking skills.

We caught up with knitwear designer Flora Collingwood-Norris to find out more about her eponymous Scottish knitwear brand, Collingwood-Norris.

The second-hand car industry comes with a host of preconceptions, particularly for female shoppers. But there’s no need for women to be intimidated. We caught up with Debbie Hubner, sales and communications director at Paisley’s Phoenix Car Company, to find out more.

We sat down with one of Edinburgh’s most experienced cosmetic doctors, Dr Nestor Demosthenous, to find out more about his work and his philosophy on aesthetic treatments.

One of Edinburgh’s best-loved boutiques, Covet is a treasure trove for accessories addicts. We sat down with Blaise Donald, co-owner of the boutique, to find out more about Covet and her fashion must-haves for this season

We caught up with our gorgeous October cover girl, Flo Millar, to find out how she got started in modelling, what her favourite piece of clothing is, and which trends she’ll be wearing this A/W.

We caught up with our October Three Ways to Wear model, Melanie Gibbs for a quickfire round of questions about her fashion and style favourites.

Technology helps us to communicate with loved ones, it puts the knowledge of the world into the palms of our hands, and it keeps us entertained wherever we go. But, as it turns out, our constant use of computers, tablets, and smartphones can have a pronounced negative effect on our wellbeing.

If you’re in need of some relaxation and pampering, book yourself in for a holistic massage at Edinburgh’s brand new Ologie Clinic. We caught up with Ologie’s founder, Giedre Gudauskaite to find out more about the newest addition to the capital’s health and beauty scene.

There are plenty of ways to make sure you don’t miss out on a good night’s kip – we’ve listened to the experts and rounded up our seven top tips to help you enjoy a solid sleep, every night.

Women often don’t speak about the after-effects of pregnancy and childbirth, but Dr Rosy Fazzi, the women’s health doctor at Edinburgh’s award-winning Medical & Cosmetic Centre, is on a mission to help women feel empowered after having children.