Independent, ethical new beauty brand, MEMI, launches in Leeds

Rosie O’Brien assesses the effectiveness of a variety MEMI’s cruelty-free, professional standard cosmetics, all vegan except for just two products which contain beeswax.  The company has been founded by 21 year olds Millie Watson and Jack Thompson, who spent two years sourcing the perfect formulae for their brand, always with the aim of offering luxury at […]

Surviving the Apocalypse with Moose Knuckles

Thursday the 7th of December saw the exclusive launch of Canadian outerwear brand, Moose Knuckles, at Accent in the Queens Arcade. Pink Gorilla and Hairy Lemon organised a post-apocalyptic themed party to welcome the stylish brand to Leeds. Jagermeister sponsored the event and guests were treated to some unique blends. I must say I was […]

Future Therapies Cryotherapy Comes to Leeds

When I was asked if I’d like to try out a brand new cryotherapy treatment in Leeds City Centre, I’ll be honest, I was slightly nervous – I’m a committed cold-weather hater and also a (slightly dramatic) claustrophobe. However, once I looked up the claimed benefits, including anti-aging, improved skin tone, mood, increased energy levels […]

Waging War on Wasteful Fashion

Remember when everyone thought sustainable fashion meant donning an itchy hemp shirt and baggy soy trousers? Things have come on a lot since then as more people begin to realise being sustainable doesn’t mean you can’t be stylish. Cost vs. value The ‘sustainaissance’ has been spurred on by the increasing awareness of how much it […]