25 of the most unexpected items of 2020

From Dominic Cummings’ staff and milk frothers to Connell’s chain and – of course – face masks: how the stuff that people used, and occasionally bought, in 2020 tells the story of a year like no other

Functional makeup: Fashion designer Jason Wu launches his Beauty Brand

    Bespoke Beauty Brands announced the launch of its newest cosmetics line of beauty products with fashion designer, Jason Wu. The full collection, simply titled JASON WU BEAUTY includes everyday essentials for eyes, cheeks, lips, and brows, and is set to launch January 17, 2021. Beauty should be effortless and chic. The clean beauty … Read more

Private view: our art critic’s favourite online galleries

The world’s great art museums have closed their doors – but you can travel within their walls virtually to see treasures up close

‘World’s best sushi restaurant’ stripped of its three Michelin stars

Guide will not rate Sukiyabashi Jiro in Tokyo as it is no longer open to the public

The future is fluid as labels sign up for gender-free fashion

Pop stars and designers drive a growing trend for non-binary outfits

Queen follows fashion’s lead in going fur-free

Activists welcome Her Majesty’s move, in line with Prada and Gucci’s abandonment of fur – although she will still wear her existing fur items