Eleanor Magill

The SL team shares a selection of their new favourite things. From the latest fashion launches to a beauty must-have, August’s Luxe List offers all the inspiration you need…

The LuxeGen Hot List is a curated edit of new and noteworthy drops, campaigns, products and more – designed to keep you up to date with what’s going on in the worlds of fashion, beauty and culture. Here’s the latest instalment…

Once a niche corner of the internet, audio erotica is fast becoming a mainstream form of self-care – and women are firmly at the centre of its rise. Long overshadowed by visual adult content, this more discreet, story-led format is carving out a new space in the wellness world, blending intimacy with imagination. From celebrity-backed platforms to a growing appetite for female-focused pleasure, we take a closer look at what’s driving the shift…

Group chat locked in? Outfit secured? All that’s left is to do is book the table. From candlelit corners to high-energy hotspots, here's where the LGs recommend you go for a proper girls’ dinner...

London’s food scene is always evolving – blink and there’s a new neighbourhood hotspot, a buzzy chef collaboration or an ingredient that’s suddenly everywhere, from wine bars to tasting menus. To help you tap into this year’s biggest trends, we’ve put together the ultimate A-Z for 2026…

From glossy thrillers and addictive relationship dramas to buzzy true crime and prestige originals, Disney+ is firing on all cylinders right now. Whether you’re in the mood for scandal, suspense or something smart and escapist, this season’s line-up is stacked with conversation-starting shows and much-anticipated returns…

With Glastonbury on a fallow year, the UK’s boutique festival scene is stepping up – offering carefully curated line-ups, design-led accommodation, spa-like facilities and elevated dining. From immersive forest gatherings to wellness-focused escapes, these are the events the SL team are looking forward to in 2026…

Next up in our Plates & Playlists series is Abby Lee, head chef at Mambow – the cult London restaurant known for its bold Malaysian flavours, fearless use of spices and always-buzzy dining room. We caught up with Abby to ask her some quick-fire questions – plus, she shared three of her go-to recipes and a playlist to soundtrack your time in the kitchen.

The right music can define a holiday – so for 2026, we thought we’d do the hard work for you and curate five playlists to cover every kind of trip. From slow mornings on the beach to golden-hour aperitivos, these are the soundtracks worth saving.

Based just outside Bath, Olivia Hamer Webb spends her time working in her pottery studio and on her new YouTube series ‘At The Wheel’. With an eye for design and passion for rural life, she knows all the best local spots that make this corner of England so special – from cardamom buns at Landrace Bakery to country strolls through Smallcombe Vale. Here, she shares her favourite haunts – from cosy cafés and art-filled boutiques to the markets and walks that inspire her every day.

From stadium-fillers and indie icons to pop powerhouses and genre-bending artists, the next few months are full of exciting live music events. Whether you’re after a euphoric night at The O2, an intimate Brixton show or a nostalgia-fuelled singalong, here’s everything worth having on your radar…

Pizza has never exactly gone out of style – but something’s shifted. What was once the ultimate comfort food has evolved into a cultural marker: an expression of neighbourhood identity, craftsmanship and even aesthetic. From sourdough bases and long-fermentation doughs to New York-style slice shops opening in every postcode, Londoners are rediscovering their appetite for pizza – not as a nostalgic indulgence, but as a dynamic part of the city’s food scene. Here’s everything you need to know…

Founder of the Bold Bean Company, Amelia Christie-Miller is on a mission to change how we think about beans. Off the back of her Sunday Times bestseller, she’s back with another collection of flavourful recipes that put beans centre stage. From creamy ‘beanottos’ to hearty tray bakes, the new book also showcases the brand’s latest additions – black beans, borlotti beans, queen carlin peas and queen red beans – with dishes that are simple, vibrant and planet-friendly. Here, Amelia explains why beans are the ultimate kitchen hero and shares five of her favourite recipes to get you started…

A judge for this year’s Booker Prize, Kiley Reid is one of contemporary fiction’s most incisive voices. Her debut, Such A Fun Age, became a cultural touchstone, and Kiley today is known for her sharp, witty explorations of class, race and modern relationships. She sat down with us to discuss the books that shaped her, her reading habits, the authors she can’t get enough of, and what’s currently sitting on her nightstand.

With fashion insiders swapping flat whites for green lattes, and cult cafés serving up desserts with a ceremonial twist, matcha has officially moved from wellness niche to lifestyle mainstay. In the last few months alone we’ve seen new brands launch, inventive flavour mash-ups and a wave of cafés across London – and beyond – making it their star ingredient. Whether you’re looking for a grab-and-go drink, a boutique sit-down spot or even a popcorn snack, here are the launches, openings and trends you should know about…

Raised between North London and her dad’s Suffolk farm, rising star Jemma Harrison honed her cheffing skills at London favourites like Koya and Jolene before leaving full-time kitchen work behind earlier this year. Now in residency at Giacco’s in Islington, her pop-up menu fuses Eastern European flavours with New York Jewish deli charm and includes everything from chicken schnitzel ‘Kiev’ to red bisque gnocchi with dressed crab. Here we asked her to share three of her favourite recipes – and a playlist to cook along to…

Madeline Argy burst onto the social scene back in 2021 when she talked about the worm in her sister’s leg – yes, really. Since then, she’s sat front row at fashion week, become a brand ambassador for Samsøe Samsøe and is now fronting CeraVe’s blemish campaign. Here, we caught up with her between NYFW shows to find out which beauty trend she regrets trying, how her approach to skincare has changed and which confidence-building tips she believes in…

With big-name retrospectives, radical fashion showcases and the return of Frieze Sculpture, this autumn’s line-up proves London’s gallery scene is as exciting as ever. Here’s our edit of the shows to have on your radar.

With big-name retrospectives, radical fashion showcases and the return of Frieze Sculpture, this autumn’s line-up proves London’s gallery scene is as exciting as ever. Here’s our edit of the shows to have on your radar.

As ever, London has plenty of can’t-miss theatre shows coming up over the next few months and we’ve rounded up the ones we think are worth adding to your diary.