Category: Lifestyle

Inside the Must-Visit London Restaurants Everyone in Fashion Is Secretly Obsessed With

Once upon a time, it was about what you wore to dinner. Now? It’s also about where you’re having dinner. In the fashion world’s ever-growing love affair with food, restaurants have become more than just places to eat — they’re part of the look. From Dua Lipa’s go-to Persian haunt to North London’s cult ravioli spot, these aren’t just restaurants. They’re cultural currency. In an era where style and sustenance blur, food has become a new kind of flex. Whether it’s that Palace x McDonald’s tee or a perfectly lit plate of burrata, the fashion set has made it clear: dining out is the new drop. Think editor-approved menus, DJ takeovers, and interiors as curated as a runway set — and yes, we’re absolutely screenshotting it all for the grid. Let’s break it down — from the TikTok-viral to the IYKYK gems: Berenjak (Soho & Borough) Dua Lipa’s Persian fave. Think sizzling kebabs, house-made flatbread, and rustic, Tehran-inspired interiors that feel like a Wes Anderson film if it were set in the Middle East. Rochelle Canteen A low-key bike shed-turned-garden dining dream. Hidden entrances, rotating seasonal menus, and the kind of off-duty model crowd that make it feel like London’s fashion campfire. Permit Room (West London) Dishoom’s cooler, chattier little sibling. Bombay-style all-day cafe with spicy puffs, French toast, and actual rooms upstairs you can crash in. Yes, sleepovers are back. Gaia (Mayfair) Greek, glamorous, and good for a scene. If you like a little performance with your grilled octopus, this is your moment. Zephyr (Notting Hill) Greek Island vibes with London polish. Instagrammable lighting, fashion week sightings, and flavor bombs disguised as small plates. Trullo (Islington) A fashion institution, not just a restaurant. Sage-buttered pumpkin ravioli that could make you cry, and now doing a Harvey Nichols residency? Elite behavior. Rita’s (Soho & East London) Modern American with a British accent. Known for cult sandwiches, intimate lighting, and natural wines you won’t stop thinking about. Alley Cats Pizza (Marylebone & Chelsea) Vintage cartoon chaos meets New York-style pies. Fashion girls love a slice, especially one served with garlic butter and a side of irony. Nina (Marylebone) Italian classics reimagined — and yes, the tiramisu is bigger than your clutch. Dress accordingly. Bar Crispin (Soho) Small plates. Natural wine. Beef tartare on a crumpet. It’s giving: food for people who know their fabrics. Strakers (Notting Hill) TikTok’s favorite chef-turned-restaurateur. Think low-intervention wines, perfect pastas, and chaotic good energy.

Barbie’s Newest Doll Wears an Insulin Pump—and It’s About Time

Barbie’s done a lot over the years. She’s been an astronaut, a president, a doctor, and—briefly—a mermaid. But now? She’s finally stepping into something a little more real: type 1 diabetes visibility. And we have Lila Moss to thank for that. Ahead of the August 2025 launch of Barbie’s most inclusive lineup yet, the brand just unveiled a doll inspired by the British model and activist—complete with a glucose monitor, insulin pump, and that signature Lila-level cool-girl style. Yes, the doll actually has medical gear sculpted into her look, and no, this isn’t a drill. Courtesy of Barbie Lila, who’s been open about managing type 1 diabetes since her teenage years, called the collaboration a deeply personal moment. Because when one of the world’s most iconic toys shows up with a visible chronic condition? That’s not just a cute accessory. That’s representation. And yes, she said she gets messages from people who finally feel seen. Cue the happy tears. Courtesy of Lila Moss Now, in case you’re wondering—this isn’t just Barbie slapping a medical patch on a doll for diversity points. The detail work is precise. We’re talking wearable tech: glucose monitor on the arm, insulin pump on the leg, blood sugar kit in the handbag. Fashion meets function meets actual awareness. This is not your 2001 sparkle-fairy Barbie. As part of the launch, Mattel is also partnering with Breakthrough T1D (the global org formerly known as JDRF), and has pledged a £20,000 donation to support education, research, and community programmes. Which honestly? Feels like a much-needed step for a brand that’s trying to walk the very thin, very glittery line between being iconic and inclusive. The new doll joins the Barbie Fashionistas 2025 collection, which already includes dolls with hearing aids, prosthetic limbs, vitiligo, Down’s syndrome, and more. With over 175 variations in skin tone, body shape, and visible disability, the Fashionistas line is basically Barbie’s way of saying: “The world is not one-size-fits-all, and we’re finally catching on.” Mattel’s SVP Krista Berger even said it herself—Barbie shapes how kids see the world. And for the millions of children growing up with conditions like type 1 diabetes, this doll might be the first time they see someone who looks, acts, and lives like them… on the shelf. In a tutu or not. And let’s be honest: that’s how you change the game.

Omowunmi Dada Just Turned Bali Into Her Runway, and Yes, the Koi Fish Approve

If you’re planning a dreamy escape to Bali anytime soon, take this as your sign to pack orange. Omowunmi Dada just gave us a visual mood board for luxury vacation energy, and let’s just say… she understood the assignment. Floating gracefully in a bright yellow boat above a koi pond, the actress served full-on fashion siren in a flowing orange maxi dress with bold circular motifs and pleated pops of green and yellow. Not only did it pop, it matched the koi fish. That’s not styling, that’s storytelling. Photo Credit: @omowunmi_dada/Instagram Her look? Tropical elegance on autopilot. A structured mustard bag, petal-shaped earrings in a lemon hue, and voluminous curls that frame her face like a Bali breeze. The glam? Soft, dewy, radiant — the kind of glow you only get when you’re wearing SPF and living your best life. She captioned the moment, “Relationship status: IN LOVE WITH BALI.” Same, girl. From the colour coordination to the ambient koi-fish-core, this isn’t just a vacation post — it’s a full-blown editorial. And we’re obsessed. Someone call Condé Nast. Or better yet, grab your flowy dress, book the ticket, and float into your Bali era — Omowunmi style.

Kate Middleton Opens Up About the Emotional Whiplash of Life After Cancer Treatment

“The next phase is really, really hard.” Kate Middleton just got very real about what life looks like after cancer treatment—and her honesty hit home. After months out of the public eye, the Princess of Wales made a moving appearance at Colchester Hospital in Essex, where she didn’t just show up—she showed up vulnerable. Speaking with patients and staff, she opened up about the complicated emotional terrain that comes after the chemo ends. “You put on a brave face during treatment,” she said. “Then it ends and you think you can get back to normal, but actually, that next phase is really, really hard.” Let’s be honest—there’s something incredibly powerful about hearing this from one of the most public women in the world. Kate, 43, was diagnosed with cancer in early 2024 and confirmed she’d finished chemotherapy in September. While she’s been easing back into public life, she’s doing it on her own terms, skipping high-profile events like Royal Ascot to prioritize her health (and honestly? That’s the energy we’re taking into this year). During the hospital visit, Kate helped plant “Catherine’s Rose”—a new flower named in her honour by the Royal Horticultural Society. Sales of the rose will support the Royal Marsden Cancer Charity, where she received her care. And the symbolism wasn’t lost on anyone: something delicate and strong, blooming after the storm. She also shared how important support is during this post-treatment period. “You’re no longer under the care of the medical team, but you can’t just go back to life as it was,” she said. “You have to find a new normal—and that takes time.” It’s not just talk. Kate has always been a big advocate for mental health and the healing power of nature, and that theme continued as she spent time in Colchester’s wellbeing garden—a space she helped bring to life with landscaper Adam Frost and NHS staff. Her next official outing? She’s expected to help welcome French President Emmanuel Macron and First Lady Brigitte Macron during their State Visit to the UK next week. But even with her royal duties resuming, it’s clear she’s rewriting what a “comeback” looks like. No rushing. No pretending. Just a woman in recovery, taking it one real step at a time.