Cold Comfort Skincare

As the leaves change colour, autumn is a reminder to reset our beauty routine to help protect against the colder climate and the drying effects of central heating. Scandinavia has the most gorgeous winter landscapes, so it’s safe to say they have perfected the art of cold weather skincare. Hayley Flanagan brings us ten steps…

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Ayurvedic Yoga – Morning Routine

Since embarking on my Ayurvedic journey I have been astounded at its ancient wisdom and knowledge regarding healing and health. Ayurveda, looks at who we are and what we need at that particular moment in time and gives us a solid plan to follow so we can authentically live a happy and healthy life. An…

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Profiles in Business: Garden Stirling Burnet

Over the next six issues we gain insight into the working lives of the people who make up Garden Stirling Burnet, one of East Lothian’s oldest law firms. For many, if not most, the law can be, well, a bit intimidating. Perhaps it’s all the TV shows that depict drama within, and between firms, cases…

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Renovation Budget Tips

Setting a budget is an important part of any home renovation project. Good planning and working out your home renovation costs are essential. Budgets are a really helpful decision-making tool that can help you avoid unexpected costs and under or over investing. Over the next few issues the team at Forever Spaces tell us how…

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Tips for Autumn Cleaning

As autumn approaches and we begin to spend more time indoors, take time to make sure your home is comfortable and clean. Morag Readman, owner of the East Lothian franchise of Bright & Beautiful shares her top tips. Keep dust and cobwebs under control Spiders take up residence indoors too, so extra time is needed…

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Encourage Wildlife into your Garden

No matter the of size your garden, it can be a haven for wildlife – insects, bees, birds and wild creatures. Even a window box can attract wildlife. By choosing the right plants and using the best wild-life friendly practices every garden will be able to encourage and build wildlife diversity. Joy Grey shares some…

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Planet Fashion

Some labels are showing how fashion can put the planet first. Here are our favourites… Clockwise from top left: FRANSA: recycled polyester dress £59.99, organic cotton t-shirt £19.99, ecovera viscose print dress £49.99 | BIBICO: fair trade linen top £54.95, fair trade linen dress £89.95 | JUST WHITE: sustainable blouse £79.95, organic cotton top £69.95…

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It’s all about the Accessories

With the help of a few key accessories even the most basic outfit can be transformed. Susan Oliver of So and Co Accessories tells us that now, more than ever, there is a desire for more meaningful products – accessories which are locally made and imbued with a sense of craftsmanship and artisanal techniques. Here…

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