Sewing The Seeds Of A New Life

Yearning for a life that’s closer to nature? Be inspired by three women who took steps to create a calmer, more peaceful lifestyle

Meet The Tastemakers

Entertaining with elegance and flair is all in the detail, as these three international A-list stylists reveal...

Is It Ever Too Late To Get Fit?

If you’re not in good shape in these crucial middle years, can you still cruise into old age well? Jane Druker investigates

How A Simple Life Makes You Happy

We all crave peace amid the hurly-burly of daily life, and our gurus tell us how small changes can create the space we need

Are You At Risk From The ‘Silent Killer'?

Keeping your blood pressure under control is key to staying healthy, but the majority of us choose to ignore it. Health writer Faye M. Smith finds out why…

‘ We Took A Leap Of Faith For Our Dream'

LAIKEN CULLEN, 31, and her husband Jason, 39, live with their kids – Kade, four, and Carter, five months – on a farm in Rietfontein.

Mistress Of Minimalism (NOT!)

AUTHOR ALLISON PEARSON ON FINDING MEANING AMONG THE CLUTTER ‘What my massive spring clean taught me’

Journey To Solace

Writer Vivian Warby reveals how a solo road trip to mourn her parents’ passing became a cathartic journey into the next phase of her life

9 Brilliant Ways To Break Your Bad Habits For Good

Struggling to stay on track with all those virtuous New Year’s resolutions? It’s easier than you think, our experts tell us...

Yes You Can Achieve Your Goals!

The key to success – at anything – is persistence, staying positive, and an ability to bounce back

10 Buys You'll Still Be Wearing In 10 Years

Shopping for keeps reaps rewards, says fashion expert Anna Murphy. She selects the 10 items you’ll still be wearing in a decade

8 Tips To Take The Stress Out Of Finances

Is money the root of your anxiety? Keep worry at arm’s length with these top, savvy money management tips, says Angelique Ruzicka

'This Year, I'm Resolving To Enjoy... More!'

Writer Jackie Clune says she's calling time on the New Year quest for self-Improvement, and replacing it with fun.

In Conversation With...Miranda Hart

Bestselling author and comedienne Miranda Hart talks to us about life lessons, dancing around the kitchen – and writing her first children’s book, The Girl with the Lost Smile

Cut Your Waste... & Your Spending!

Just a small change in our habits can make a big impact to cut waste. Angelique Ruzicka has great tips to help steer you in the right direction

Find What Makes You Happy

Karren Brady Chats About Nurturing Your Passion no the carrer front and balancing it with family life.

Will Online Dating Work For Me?

Julia Stephenson, 54, set out to find her match on dating websites. So what happened next?

Hip Moves... We Should All Make!

As more younger women need hip surgery, experts advise how to stay active to head off any trouble

'I'm As Happy Now As I Was In My 20s'

The 68-year-old whose face defined a generation talks to  about the magic of grandchildren, the secret to staying slender – and why she’s embracing her age...

This Year I'm Putting Myself First - And So Should You!

With her children all grown up and a landmark birthday on the horizon, Kathy Lette unleashes a now-or-never attitude to life

I'm Finally Where I To Be In Life

Academy Award-winning actress, and our favourite Southern belle, Reese Witherspoon talks about her love of Post-it notes, her new TV series, and explaining awkward film scenes to her kids

Our New Chapters

Four well-known women chat to Stephanie van der Plank about what shapes their lives, from milestone birthdays to new passions...

Your Home Needs To Fit You Like Clothes Do, So Don't Rush It

Interior designer Kelly Hoppen, 57, talks to Nathalie Whittle about unlikely inspirations, having to walk out of meetings, and what she’s learnt over the course of 40 years in the business...

New Ways To Help Your Kids Buy A Home

Can you help your kids get onto the housing ladder now or down the line… without leaving you penniless? w&h money expert Angelique Ruzicka explores the options

Equipped To Mind The Baby?

New grandmother Kim Carillo was thrilled to be asked to look after grandson Harvey, but then the instructions began to arrive…

'Even Though Death Is A Part Of Life, It's Still Taboo'

Author Julia Samuel talks to Anna Moore about her book on grief, and what she’s learnt over two decades as a bereavement counsellor

'The New Fearless Me'

Foodie star Nadiya Hussain talks about the reality of an arranged marriage, anxiety, and her new gastronomic TV adventure.

The Mane Affair

Karren Brady on Learning to Treat Her Hair With More Respect

Lessons In Heartache & Why Laughter Always Helps

Think of Cathy Rentzenbrink as your new best friend – warm, witty and incredibly wise. Here she writes exclusively on what she has learnt about life, love and loss.

I'm Excited By What Lies Ahead

Actress Carine Rous opens up to Stephanie van der Plank about dealing with a tragic loss in the family, personal reinvention... and doing pliés to the sound of Roxette in her living room.