Philippa Gregory: Hollywood hottie
500 years after her death, Mary Boleyn will be immortalised on the big screen this month by the actress Scarlett Johannson. And both have Phillipa Gregory to thank for it. Here, Gregory talks about The Other Boleyn Girl and how she’s been handling the Hollywood hysteria.Read more...
Orla Kiely: The Irish Charm
Fashion frenzy is upon us. As designers get ready to unveil their collections in Milan, Paris, and New York, Coutts Woman caught up with one closer to home. Here, London-based designer Orla Kiely and her husband, Dermott Rowan, talk quirky colours, retro prints and being partners in fashion.Read more...
Chivalry. Now what's that?
With February the month of Valentines and romance is there any place for modern day chivalry? Coutts Woman talks to Pride and Prejudice’s own unchivalrous Mr Wickham amongst others, to poll a few opinions.Read more...
Fairtrade Fortnight: Trading up
Who would have thought a few years ago that Fairtrade gold would be the latest must-have for accessories? No longer just associated with bananas and chocolate, the Fairtrade Foundation has finally penetrated the social consciousness and people are taking action. From Harrods to ASDA, we celebrate the launch of Fairtrade Fortnight later this month and find out why the UK is suddenly taking its ethics shopping.Read more...
Jing puts the zing into tea
It’s Chinese New Year this month and when better to experience the tastes of Dragon Well tea or a Puerh teacake?Read more...
Eating Disorder Week: Fashion fodder?
Paris Fashion Week coincides with Eating Disorders Awareness Week in the UK this month… cruel intention or coincidence? Coutts Woman gets the skinny on the weight debate.Read more...