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Ask Lisa: ‘I’m 70 and love fashion. How do I not look like mutton dressed up as lamb?’

head of fashion. She began her career in fashion at Vogue. She has written four novels, has an honorary doctorate from the University of Arts in London, and was awarded an OBE in 2022 for services to fashion.Each week, she responds to your queries, lending her expertise to help you shop smart. Have a question for her? Submit it below. Dear Lisa, I ...

How much olive oil is healthy? An expert guide to the superfood

Whether used as a drizzle over salad, a dip for bread or to roast vegetables, olive oil has been hailed for its health-boosting effects for centuries. It was praised an elixir of youth and health in ancient Greece and swathes of studies in recent decades seem to have upheld the claim, concluding that it dramatically lowers the risk of disease and a...

Makeup artist Bobbi Brown shares 4 easy tips for women over 40

Beauty tips for a busy life from a makeup pro.

What to eat, do and see in Southern California

California dreamin’ that you won’t want to wake up from

Being lonely ‘may increase risk of heart disease in diabetes patients’

Being lonely ‘may increase risk of heart disease in diabetes patients’ - Scientists have found it to be a bigger risk factor for heart disease than diet, exercise, smoking and depression.

‘Born cool’ – why the varsity jacket is still leader of the pack

There are few items of clothing as iconic – or as purely American – as the classic varsity jacket. Yet, lately, it has been making a comeback, thanks in part to Italian powerhouse Prada, who featured a chic all-leather take on it at Milan fashion week in February. It has also been a central piece in much-hyped recent collaborations between Gap and Palace, and Supreme and MM6 Maison Margiela. Not even the digital space is safe: Louis Vuitton has...

New models improve heart disease risk prediction, especially for women

When it comes to matters of the heart, cardiovascular disease in women is underdiagnosed compared to men. A popular scoring system used to estimate how likely a person is to develop a cardiovascular disease within the next 10 years is the Framingham Risk Score. It is based on factors including a...

23 backyard ideas and landscaping inspiration for a stunning outdoor space –in all seasons

From fire pits to vegetable gardens and hard landscaping tips, these backyard ideas will deliver year-round interest to create a cool, convivial spot.

Scientists say humans should eat like a salmon to get essential nutrients

Scientists say humans should eat like a salmon to get essential nutrients - Directly eating more wild feed species could have health benefits, researchers suggest

Get better sleep with these 5 tips from experts

Get better sleep with these 5 tips from experts - Nearly a third of American adults don't get the recommended seven to nine hours of sleep per night

49 living room ideas: latest trends and easy decor updates

These living room ideas come with comfy surprises and modern flair, so you can relax and unwind in a revamped sitting room space.

USA vs UK: Which country has the better lifestyle?

After Douglas Carswell gave his experience of living in the US as a Brit, Telegraph readers took to the comments section to share their take on life in America. Readers, many of whom have lived in both the US and the UK, admired the lifestyle of Americans, including their healthcare system and career ambitions. Meanwhile, others praised the politen...

Best petite summer dresses UK that we'll be wearing this year

Best petite summer dresses UK that we'll be wearing this year - Floaty frocks for those 5ft4 and under

Big Zuu: ‘Music and cooking make me feel euphoric’

Living in temporary housing as a kid gave me character and hunger. We moved all over London: Victoria, Battersea, Swiss Cottage and Kilburn. Growing up that way made me hate the government, but I also appreciated the system for giving us a home. It’s a weird feeling. I come from a massive family. My dad is one of five, and Mum has 13 siblings; my grandad was busy. I’m from Sierra Leone, where we have lots of kids, and most of our relatives still...

How to change your career successfully

Thinking about changing careers? Jewellery designer Lito Karakostanoglou did just that – here's her advice on how to make it work for you

A new start after 60: My job threatened to make me ill – so I moved out of London and started a magazine

Mich Maroney has always known what she wanted. As a little girl, she loved painting and told her family she was going to be an artist. “I was so young that I didn’t even know what it meant,” she says. “But my dad had this huge book on art and suddenly I knew, yes, this is what I’m going to do.” Maroney, 61, was born in Hong Kong to a British father and a Macanese mother. When she was eight, the family moved to London, where she later worked as a...

How much to save for retirement – according to your lifestyle

Whether retirement is just around the corner, or decades away, one worrying truth remains the same – you’re probably not saving enough for it. Despite auto-enrolment pension reforms, which set up qualifying employees with a workplace pension and overall contributions of 8pc, most workers are still not saving enough for a comfortable retirement – an...

How to Break Your Bad Habit

Ready to change your life? Work directly with me & my team to create the 2.0 you in under 10 weeks. APPLY HERE: https://www.clarkkegley.com/free-case-study?sl=yt-badhabit Let's talk about how to break your bad habits for good! We're talking about habit change in this video. Here's what we'll cover: - A guilt-free exploration of breaking bad habits (from nicotine to doom scrolling) - Why you're stuck and how to break free with practical, non-judgmental advice. - My personal journey of overcoming recent zyn nicotine addiction - The science of addiction & dopamine's role in your cravings and motivation. - Strategies that work, including flipping your perspective on what you're "giving up." - And so much more The Best of Series | 10-years In The Making: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL2LyGQJuIOzBPhuyGXx8CnSvr1CHyXkIg https://www.instagram.com/clarkkegley https://www.tiktok.com/@clarkkegley https://twitter.com/theClarkKegley We're Hiring! Apply here to join our team: https://forms.gle/bQsQqqrJfiCU31nYA

‘We live in the best house in the world’: five design experts on how to live better in small homes

Australia has some of the largest homes in the world. Many who do live small aspire to one day live big. But around the world, limited space is not always seen as a sacrifice. From Sweden, where the average size of an apartment is 68 sq metres, to Hong Kong’s micro flats as small as 18 sq metres, globally architects are used to getting creative with tight spaces – they must let as much light in and offer individuals and families the same...

‘I’m 31, earn £60k and buy 1,000 tea bags every other month. This is how I spend my money’

Email [email protected] if you would like to take part in How I Spend My Money. All our subjects are genuine but anonymous. I was born in a very sleepy town. Growing up I knew we weren’t well off, but we never went without. I never thought of myself as coming from a working class family until I went to university, and realised that my parents i...

This Guy Lost 80 Pounds and Gained Discipline Through Yoga

Zach Wolf never thought he'd be in a yoga studio in the first place

I've given up on my career goals after having kids

Now I have two children, my life is no longer solely about fighting for the next rung on the career ladder.

5 healthy curry recipes you need to know

Spice lovers live longer - that's bona fide science.

How to lower cortisol levels

You may know that cortisol is linked to stress, but what is it and how can we keep it to healthy levels? Our expert investigates

I never know what to do with my long hair, but since getting the 'concave cut' my daily styling routine has been so much easier

I'll never get 'just a trim' ever again

I Did it My Way: Zita Cobb, founder of Canada's Fogo Island Inn

I Did it My Way: Zita Cobb, founder of Canada's Fogo Island Inn - In our new sustainable travel icons column, Zita Cobb of Fogo Island Inn reveals how creating a sustainable luxury hotel resulted in a new economic engine for a remote island destination

Habits that destroy our mental health

There are certain psychological habits that often prevent us from living fully and feeling ourselves. They destroy us from within and affect our health and quality of life, according to Mentoly. Contradicting one's own feelings Denying or avoiding one's own emotions can lead to a deterioration of mental health and depression. Advice: Allow yourself...

Run at 40, dance at 80: the best ways to exercise in every decade of your life

What is the best sport for you, at different stages of your life? Simple: the one you enjoy. It doesn’t have to be competitive, or have a goal – literal or metaphorical. “Initiatives from Sport England show one factor is key: enjoyment,” says sports scientist Prof John Brewer. “That can come from the environment, camaraderie or friendship as much as the sport itself. What’s important is to find your niche – the thing you enjoy.” Images from...

The ‘island of immortals’ where residents regularly live past 100

‘I lost two stone and eased my chronic pain’

I’ve lived with chronic health conditions all my life. I was born with lymphoedema, which affects the lymphatic drainage system in the body. It essentially means that my body’s drainage pipes get blocked, and so I suffer from horrible swelling in my legs and feet. It can be incredibly painful and there’s no cure – I have to wear uncomfortable compr...

How to clean a living room — give yours a refresh in 6 simple steps

See how to clean a living room to freshen up your space. Our expert guide will help you return yours to its brilliant best in six simple steps

Plant-based diets may be linked to lower cholesterol levels – study

Plant-based diets may be linked to lower cholesterol levels – study - Eating a vegetarian or vegan diet from an early age could reduce the risk of heart disease caused by blocked arteries, researchers suggest.

Relaxing woodland retreat is a slice of peace at the centre of a very busy European city

City breaks shouldn't feel draining.

How do I create a better work-life balance? Our career coach gives her tips

As part of our career clinic series, Jo Glynn-Smith gives advice to a reader who is suffering from burnout

31 Ways of How to Bring '70s Fashion Trends Back

With modern touches, the decade's style can easily be updated.

How to refresh a small living room — 5 easy tips designers swear by

Want to find out how to refresh a small living room? We've spoken with designers to find out how to give yours a new look, and picked out beautiful buys

'I'm 66, walk 15k steps a day and lift heavier weights than ever'

After a decade in pain, strength training saved me.

The Mindset That Helped This Guy Lose 43 Pounds in 13 Weeks

"Showing up consistently changed everything for me."

What you can do now to prevent a stroke in the future, according to doctors

What you can do now to prevent a stroke in the future, according to doctors - How to lower your stroke risk at every age

Understanding anxiety: Behaviors not to take personally

Sometimes, people experience anxiety sporadically. Typically, worry due to specific events or everyday concerns lasts briefly, from a few minutes to a few days. It's important to understand situations where getting upset with someone isn't necessary, as there are specific reasons for this, according to the "How are you?" psychological community on ...

A moment that changed me: I was divorced, broke and alone – but I turned my life around with a list

The silence in the flat was deafening. Having lost almost everything in my divorce, it was now just me in a basement studio flat with black mould. I had no TV, no sofa and the wifi wasn’t set up. I sat at a cheap folding table and made a list. Since my life was no longer going to be the way I had planned – marriage, kids, a dog, a late-Victorian terrace in a country town – I was going to try something else. I was going to do all the things on my...

15 apartment living room ideas to copy whether you own or rent

Let our apartment living room ideas inspire you to make the most of your space, no matter what the size, layout or budget

Scientists say these 10 habits will make you happier

Scientists say these 10 habits will make you happier -

26 of the Biggest Style Icons of All Time

From Cardi B to Princess Di.

Vegetarian diet: health benefits & tips

Vegetarian diet: health benefits & tips By Kerry Torrens – Nutritionist Nutritionist Kerry Torrens explains what constit...

US states where people live the longest

How many litres of water should you drink a day?

Spoiler alert: It's more than you think...

5 Mindset Shifts to Change Your Life

Become an AOI Member! ► https://www.artofimprovement.co.uk/member/ What if I told you that the biggest obstacle to your success and happiness might just be your own mindset? It's a bold statement, but this video shows how small changes in the way you think can lead to monumental shifts in your life's trajectory. This isn't about overhauling everything you know; it's about tweaking your perspective to unlock doors you didn't even realise were closed. BONUS CONTENT 🎁 Here's the PDF summary of this week's video: https://email.artofimprovement.co.uk/5-mindset-shifts-to-change-your-life WATCH THESE NEXT 🍿 1. How to Build the Most Powerful Mindset for Success https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j-oEUihUipM 2. This is How to Do Things You Don't Want to Do https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vvOHi6Hb3-A 3. You don't need more than two years https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DKcHX_5dxdI 📧 Free Newsletter: https://email.artofimprovement.co.uk/ SOCIALS 🎙️ Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-audio-of-improvement/id1589139135 🌐 Website: https://www.artofimprovement.co.uk/ 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/art.of.improvement/ 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/the-art-of-improvement/ 👤 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ArtOfImprovement 🐦 X: https://twitter.com/TheArtOfImprove 🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.art.of.improvement ABOUT ME Hey 👋 Welcome to AOI! I'm your guide on this journey of self-discovery and growth. My mission is to share thought-provoking ideas, practical life skills, and inspirational stories to assist you in building a life filled with fulfillment, productivity, and creativity. Let's explore together the art of becoming our best selves! 🕒 TIMESTAMPS 0:00 Intro 0:37 Mindset Shift 1 2:35 Mindset Shift 2 4:33 Mindset Shift 3 6:02 Mindset Shift 4 7:59 Mindset Shift 5 📈 SUBSCRIBE FOR MORE https://www.youtube.com/@TheArtofImprovement

‘After years of failed fad diets + workouts, I started lifting weights'

'At 43, it changed everything'

Early death risk grows with just three ‘slightly unhealthy mid-life traits’

Just three “slightly unhealthy traits” in mid-life increase the risk of early death by a third, research suggests. The study found people carrying extra weight in their 40s and 50s who also had slightly raised blood pressure, cholesterol or blood sugar levels were also 35 per cent more likely to have a heart attack or stroke over the next three dec...