More money than scents? Pot-pourri is back, at up to £330 a sniff…

After years in the doldrums, the once ubiquitous bowl of fragrant dried petals is making a comeback, at a very fancy price

Cars: Accelerating the Modern World review – revolutions behind the wheel

Victoria and Albert Museum, London
The V&A’s finely tuned exhibition tracing the history of the automobile attempts to balance the car’s wide-ranging cultural impact with the environmental costs of its gas-guzzling success

The Pros and Cons of Vinyl Windows

    If you’re considering updating or upgrading your home’s windows, know that vinyl windows became the industry standard since they were introduced in the 1970s. However, they are not always the best choice, and you may need to look for niche products to see the full benefits of vinyl windows. This is why it’s … Read more

‘Have a one-night-stand with a dress’: the fashion rental revolution

Instead of buying a new dress for each event, join the sustainable fashion movement and hire your outfit instead

‘I predicted more video eyewear’: the 2010s as seen by futurologists

Floating cities, wooden bikes, smart glasses: how did trend forecasters fare?

A local’s guide to Treviso, Italy: 10 top tips

Criss-crossed with picturesque canals, this historic town also offers great art and eating – to a soundtrack of popping prosecco corks