Food waste consciousness, “mini-meals” and veganism top list of 2013 consumer health trends

The growth of food waste consciousness, mini-meals, gluten-free products and mainstream veganism top the health trends expected to make headlines in 2013, according to a second annual forecast by a leading national research group studying health-related attitudes and behavior in America. The Values Institute at DGWB, a social science research entity based in Santa Ana, … Read more

Passion Dessert Has Recognized The Most Talented and Ethically Conscious Pastry Chefs. These Are Their Sweet Creations

Huge congratulations to the new cohort of pastry chefs! This talented bunch is helping to promote sweet cuisine around the world. Michelin Guide Inspectors have scoured France in search of new dessert-making talents. Eight exceptional pastry chefs were honored with the Prix Passion Dessert at the annual Michelin Guide ceremony at the Palais de la … Read more

The Best of Beauty Awards Reward Characterful Scents, Latest Skincare, And Earth-Conscious Make-Up

What’s big in beauty this year? From characterful scents to the latest skincare and earth-conscious make-up, discover this year’s best beauty at Selfridges. LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD: Charlotte Tilbury Hollywood Flawless Filter There are some products that go from being backstage secrets to social media superstars, and Flawless Filter is the ultimate ‘hype’ product that has … Read more

33 Eco-Conscious Menswear Brands Making A Positive Contribution To Their Communities

Craftsmanship Code: This new eco-conscious selection spotlights brands making a positive contribution to their communities. MR PORTER launches Small World, a curated selection of global brands that celebrate the craftsmanship, responsibly made products and local communities on a global scale. Bringing together brands from all four corners of the Earth – from Tibet to Bali, … Read more

The pet effect is real: How pet parents think about their pet’s mental health?

  Five proactive tips for pet owners to promote the mental health of pets. Most pet parents are aware, either consciously or subconsciously, that ‘the pet effect’ is real, meaning, pets contribute to our emotional, social, & physical wellbeing. But how many pet parents think about their pet’s mental health? To better understand cat and … Read more

Earth-conscious beauty trends: Nature’s benefits combined in fresh, creative ways

    No matter the time of year, or specific beauty trends doing the rounds at any given time, our appetite to look our most healthy and radiant is always the goal. Leading London-based photographer Markn and make-up artist Ammy Drammeh (whose work can be found in British Vogue, Dazed and Love magazine) joined forces … Read more