The October 23 Edition
In this special Europe edit, singer and Hermès bag muse Jane Birkin opens up about family, ageing and her new album. Plus, we round up the best European cruises for a 2023 holiday.
Danish women are redefining Euro style with comfort front of mind
The French have been fashion frontrunners for centuries when it comes to expressing personal style, but a relative newcomer has arrived from distant Denmark.
- by Damien Woolnough
‘I take my hat off to them’: Jane Birkin on plastic surgery, orgasms and Je T’Aime
In 1969, Jane Birkin whispered her way through a song considered so suggestive it was banned by the Vatican. Fifty years later she is still performing it on stage.
- by Susannah Butter
Yes, a European cruise should be on your 2023 holiday wishlist
Cruising is back and Europe has more options than any other continent with every port providing a wealth of attractions and experiences.
- by Brian Johnston
Opinion
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After a fabulous European holiday, I’m no longer hostile to hostels
One of the more positive aspect to “grey hostelling” is that older travellers are so much more interesting than younger ones.
- by Kathy Lette
How to dress like a French woman? Just add black
Make like a Parisian girl and pair sheer, chic dresses, jackets and shorts with chunky boots.
Bulgari creative director Lucia Silvestri on why one bracelet is never enough
“I started with one, then two, and now three is much better; maybe I will stop at seven, or 10.”
- by Georgie Gordon
Inside a luxurious Italian villa that pays tribute to the sea
The first thing you notice is the garden – each step offers panoramic views: on one side, the countryside, on the other, the water.
- by Sonia Cocozza
Holidays and injuries wreaked havoc on my skin. Here’s how I fixed it
The aim? Re-texture my skin. The treatment? A highly concentrated retinol mask.
- by Stephanie Darling
Escape to Greece with these island-inspired homewares
Revel in the delight of blue and white.
- by Georgie Gordon
Book that holiday, it’s good for your health
Travelling isn’t just about lapping up the wonders of the world. It can also be therapeutic.
- by Evelyn Lewin
Your weekly horoscope: October 23-30
Free weekly forecast in life, love and career from renowned Astrologer Hedy Damari.
- by Hedy Damari
Adam Liaw's salmon and dill rillettes
There’s nothing better than great flavours packed together, then spread on a good baguette.
- by Adam Liaw
Adam Liaw's Swedish pancakes
Stack them, roll them or fold them and serve with lots of whipped cream.
- by Adam Liaw
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