On the little island of Burano, a centuries‑old craft is being lovingly rewired for the 21st century. Lacemaking — once the province of grand ateliers and royal commissions — is not only surviving but renewing itself through a new professional course designed to attract young makers. For those of us who care about craftsmanship, heritage …
Tootsie’s return to Rome feels like a deliciously theatrical event: the hit musical, directed by Massimo Romeo Piparo and based on the iconic 1982 film, has opened again at the Teatro Sistina and promises laughter, heart and a timely wink at life in show business. Paolo Conticini takes on the double role of Michael Dorsey …
Netflix’s latest Spanish black comedy, Animal, arrives with a bite: smart, darkly funny and surprisingly humane. At first glance it looks like a simple clash between country life and city ambition, but beneath the comic surface the series digs into questions of authenticity, commodification and the small cruelties of modern life. If you enjoy comedies …
The black nylon bomber is back and this season it’s not just a throwback — it’s a wardrobe imperative. Lightweight, water‑repellent and with that signature ribbed hem and cuff, the technical bomber has moved from aviator chic to global street‑style staple. For 2026 the vibe is resolutely total‑black: sleek, modern and endlessly adaptable. Here are …
The £15 “Second Skin” Thermal Top Everyone’s Talking About A simple, fitted thermal top is quietly becoming one of this winter’s most talked‑about basics. Often described as a “second skin” thermal layer, this long‑sleeve top promises to keep you warm, comfortable and streamlined under everything from office blazers to chunky knits — all for around …
The navy trench is making a major comeback for 2026 — and it’s not just a nod to classic tailoring. This season the trench evolves into a versatile statement piece that works long or short, layered or streamlined, and can be styled to fit every mood: preppy‑chic, minimalist, bold or romantic. Here’s a carefully curated …
Prostate cancer is often framed as a men’s health issue that happens “to others” — quietly and at a distance. Yet the facts are stark: it is the most common cancer in men, and when detected late it can be deadly. The encouraging truth is that early detection saves lives. On Princess‑Daisy we believe in …
For decades, car safety testing has relied on a default “male” template — a single reference crash dummy that didn’t reflect the anatomy of half the population. Today, that changes with the arrival of THOR‑05F, the first crash test dummy specifically engineered to replicate female biomechanics. This is more than a technical development: it’s a …
A recent study from Northwestern University has put a scientific spotlight on a phenomenon many women have quietly experienced but rarely discussed: unusual physical and emotional reactions around the time of orgasm. As the founder of Princess‑Daisy.co.uk, I believe sex and intimacy are integral to wellbeing, and normalising the wide spectrum of sexual responses is …
Amitav Ghosh’s new novel Ghost‑Eye arrives at a moment when its message feels less like fiction and more like prophecy. The acclaimed Indian writer has long been a powerful voice on climate change, and his latest book — which weaves themes of reincarnation and time into a narrative about planetary fragility — doubles as a …
