Posts by Liam Redmond
Why I Keep Coming Back to Gap
Part of Gap’s challenge today is staying culturally relevant without letting nostalgia completely define the brand. The brand has also leaned into cultural storytelling and collaborations, whether it’s viral moments with the Grammy-nominated girl group Katseye or sought-after collaborations with brands like Dôen and Sandy Liang. The goal is to let people interpret the product…
Read MoreBest payment apps for small businesses – Small Business UK
The number of providers offering payment services to UK small businesses has exploded. Many of these are app-based solutions, which offer businesses a simple and cost-effective way to start accepting customer purchases, whether they’re contactless card payments or even bank-to-bank transfers. These payment apps are essential for small businesses and customers alike, making it easy…
Read MoreWhat are the funding options for hospitality businesses? – Small Business UK
It feels like the hospitality sector has been in crisis for a while. In the last half-decade, we’ve had the pandemic, rising energy prices and the cost of living, not to mention rail strikes, cybersecurity risks, and increased NI contributions to contend with. But even during hard times, many bars, hotels and restaurants manage to…
Read MoreSecuring funding for a small business – Small Business UK
Starting a small business is a dream for many people, and when you finally decide to take the plunge and make it happen you suddenly have a lot to think about and organise. One of the most important considerations is how to fund the business. Securing funding is one of the purposes of writing a…
Read MoreThe Best Shampoo for Curly Hair, According to Celebrity Hairstylists
The best shampoo for curly hair differs from one guy to the next, since no two curl patterns are the same. There are a ton of variables that can influence and inform which shampoo you should use, from your scalp oil levels, strand density, and porosity to showering habits, which other hair products you use,…
Read MoreHow to (Actually) Burn Off Belly Fat—and Why It Matters
Of all the baseless fitness myths to have been peddled through ages of infomercials and influencers alike, the notion that you can “blast belly fat” is among the most audacious. Targeted fat loss, or spot reduction, is simply not a thing that our bodies are equipped to do. “You can’t spot reduce, no matter how…
Read More5 Style Upgrades That Deliver Instant Wow—You’ll Want Every Single One
Instant (and easy) style upgrades? Yes, please! If you’re looking to update your wardrobe with minimal effort and maximum impact, these five standout pieces are a no-brainer. Spring is the season of fresh starts—and your closet deserves one too. These fashion-forward finds are popping up everywhere right now—from the runway to street style to your…
Read MoreThe Best Weight-Loss Exercise Routine Is the One You Can Actually Stick To
Having the energy to keep up with a weight-loss program is hard—especially with winter dragging on and the urge to hibernate hitting hard. But the key to achieving a consistent calorie deficit requires you to be strategic about when and how you’re working out. We spoke to experts about how best to keep your routine…
Read More10 best business insurance providers in the UK – Small Business UK
If you’re running a business in the UK and in need of insurance, there’ll no doubt be plenty of insurers scrambling to get your attention. However, it’s essential that you make the right choice. This will stop you from being underinsured and losing out when you try to claim, or paying extra for a bloated…
Read MoreThe Real-Life Diet of Jordan Stolz, Who Runs on Sour Candy and Coke
Jordan Stolz, 21, left the Milano-Cortina Winter Games as a bona fide global star. The American speedskating phenom has been on a tear since winning the Speedskating World Championships in 2023, but he carries his fortitude quietly; he’s more matter-of-fact than some of his Team USA breakout peers. (In Italy, that new guard included figure…
Read MoreAlysa Liu’s Stylist Is Marty Supreme’s Oscar-Nominated Costume Designer
“Lil town sis on the Today show! Fit by me,” the stylist wrote alongside Liu’s Today show clip on her Instagram story on Tuesday. Like the figure skater, Bellizzi is also from Oakland, California. She’s a big thrifter, too. “I come from a big flea market, pawn shop, thrift store family. We were always looking…
Read MoreOpening a business bank account – how-to and best accounts
Choosing the right business bank account is an opportunity to get your business fundamentals right from the beginning. While it may be inconvenient to maintain a separate account for both your personal and business activities, it is good practice to do so to keep your accounts apart. In this article we will step you through…
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