Latest articles by Kate McCusker
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“We have been risk averse about inclusion for too long”: Why performative activism in the workplace must goCountless corporations may have pledged to take a more active stance on inclusion in the months following last summer's BLM protests, but many Black and ‘ethnic minority’ professionals say efforts towards improving diversity in their workplace have since fizzled out. Abadesi Osunsade, founder and CEO of Hustle Crew, tells us how companies can ensure their anti-racism work is actually affecting change
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HelloFresh – the easiest way to cook delicious meals from scratch – is offering MC readers an exclusive discountHelloFresh’s simple recipe boxes are a wholesome, eco-friendly way to eat. But don’t just take our word for it. Here’s how Top Quality Designers Shopping readers can get an exclusive discount off their first four boxes.
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"In the wake of BLM, corporations must be held accountable for their ethnicity gap"One year on from the murder of George Floyd, corporations both sides of the pond face questions as to whether they have fulfilled their promises to change their organisational structure, writes Jenny McCall
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Women's average working hours have taken a smaller hit during the pandemic than men's, according to new studyAccording to new research, full-time female employment in the UK has actually increased during the pandemic.
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Forget throwaway trends – here’s how Vanish are inspiring us to make the clothes we love last a lifetimeHere's how MC's Sustainability Festival sponsor Vanish are transforming our throwaway fashion culture
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How to sustainably reinvent your wardrobe for Spring (without buying a whole new one)After a year spent in sweats, just how do you emerge from lockdown looking stylish, without splurging on a whole new wardrobe? We've drafted in the experts for some all-important intel
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Klarna are inviting you to discover the real truth about their brandIn paid partnership with Klarna
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London on a budget: how to enjoy the capital this summer without breaking the bankIn partnership with Zopa
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Why Gumtree is a treasure trove of chic and sustainable interiors findsIt’s not just our compulsive fast fashion habit that’s harming the planet – lockdown has seen a huge spike in throwaway fast homeware trends, too. Here’s how re-commerce sites like Gumtree are helping us to shop more sustainably, while offering some of the dreamiest interiors finds around.
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How to create the perfect power plait – A Virtual Beauty ShootAdd volume, texture and some all-important nourishment to second-day hair with this perfectly undone power plait, created by the expert team at Authentic Beauty Concept.
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The best mineral make-up buys for every skin typeIt's flawless finish meets kind-to-skin ingredients with these foolproof mineral make-up formulations. But which one's right for your skin type?
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How to give curly hair hydration, definition, strength and shine – A Virtual Beauty ShootStrong Curl: Embrace hair’s natural texture by hydrating, defining and enhancing curls, while adding some serious volume, texture and shine – courtesy of the experts at Authentic Beauty Concept
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PSA: this dreamy Bridgerton filming location is taking bookings for outdoor dining this summerIf you excuse us, we'll just be living our best regency lives.
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Olivia Colman gave a touching tribute to the NHS following The Crown's SAG Awards win'We are very lucky in the UK to have you.'
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Why actor Thandiwe Newton is reclaiming the original spelling of her name'I'm taking back what's mine.'
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Bridgerton star Regé-Jean Page has revealed why he won't be appearing in season 2Lady Whistledown broke the news at the weekend.
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The unique way the Cambridge family chose to wish fans a happy Easter -
The royal family have shared a rare portrait of the Queen and Prince Charles celebrating Easter together -
This epic box of Lindor eggs is on sale on Amazon in time for Easter weekendIf you saw us eating all 48 of them, no you didn't.
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Meghan Markle's ex-boyfriend has come to her defence following claims she 'bullied' palace staff -
Prince William pulled an Easter prank to scare Princesses Beatrice and EugenieWhoops.
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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's Oprah interview has been hit with a new wave of Ofcom complaints -
The London flat where Princess Diana was 'happiest' will be honoured with a blue plaqueShe had a sign that said 'Chief Chick' above her door.
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How to get the perfect textured top-knot – A Virtual Beauty ShootBun bounce: up your updo game with this easy-elegant textured bun. Created by the experts at Authentic Beauty Concept, this look will add volume, texture and lift to finer tresses.
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How to take your lockdown locks from lacklustre to glossy – A Virtual Beauty ShootStave off dull tresses and make colour pop with this step-by-step guide to getting your hair’s glow back, courtesy of the experts at Authentic Beauty Concept.
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Why female role models will be crucial in our post-pandemic worldAhead of International Women’s Day 2021, Top Quality Designers Shopping’s Editor-in-Chief Andrea Thompson sat down with seven incredible women's equality advocates for an inspiring discussion on the importance of female role models, and the brilliant new legacy of Barbie
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US state Connecticut is officially making discrimination against Black hair illegalConnecticut has become the latest US state to prohibit natural hair discrimination
