Turning back the clocks
Autumn is a season of candles, open fires and an extra hour in bed. But why do we turn back the clocks? And what’s Chris Martin got to do with it?
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Stripes are always in style
From French chic to iconic British - joyful, chic and cool - stripes are always in style. Here's five excellent facts about this enduring design.
The history of the sweatshirt
Who created the sweatshirt? When did it stop being merely sports wear? And what’s Vivienne Westwood got to do with it? Find out here.
Remarkable women to remember
From Noor Inayat Khan to Margaret Bourke-White, we pay homage to some remarkable women of WWII.
History Lessons 03 / Tartan
While people tend to associate tartan with Scotland, it’s been worn across the globe for thousands of years. Explore it's fascinating history.
Then and now
This week, we look at what we can learn from the wise women of WWII. From quality over quantity to ‘make do and mend’, there’s a lot we can learn from the 1940s.
Sweater versus jumper – what’s in a name?
Wondering whether there’s a difference between a sweater and a jumper? And how they got their names? Find out.
History Lessons 02 / The V NECK
From sporting essential to classroom staple, we take a quick look at a style icon.