Today, Marigold’s Magic Stars finds its way into the world. This is the story of how it almost didn’t make it—of rejections, redirections, and trusting creative instincts when the path was anything but clear.

The waterfalls and springs are believed to be the abodes of deities. .. it felt like visiting an ancient time.

“A tree house, to me, is the most royal palace in the world”
― MUNIA KHAN

A story about packing up all my belongings, letting go of my apartment & living in airbnbs, forgetting to pack underwear + a recent experience of a questionable massage…

I am my own muse, I am the subject I know best. The subject I want to better.”—— FRIDA KAHLO

Stumbling upon this gorgeous 1920s art deco, pre-war apartment felt like finding hidden treasure.

Its previous tenant had called it home for a quarter of a century. I could still detect the smell of the landlord's fresh coat of paint when I first stepped inside. I was the first person the owner showed the place to, and without hesitation, I said, "I'll take it!"

“Got no place to go, but there’s a girl waitin’ for me down in Mexico. She got a bottle of tequila, a bottle of gin, and if I bring a little music, I could fit right in …”

— THE COUNTING CROWS

I posted this quick before-and-after swipe of it on Instagram and received hundreds of messages asking what I used for the cosmetic, renter-friendly kitchen makeover — so this is how I did it!

Over the years I have seen a wedding proposal, a penis, a shoplifter entering the train carriage just as the doors closed — with the NYPD — behind him, I’ve seen a man ice a cake, many breakups, musical performances, drug addicts yelling abuse, and missionaries preaching for Jesus.

I recently spent a few beautiful days exploring Tiverton, Rhode Island. A bit over three hours’ drive from New York City, this part of the East Coast is known for its lobster and oysters — and it did not disappoint.

I reached out to my good friends here in NYC and asked them to share with me their three favourite things to do in the city over the festive season.

Here is our list. x

This city is at its most magical among its late autumn leaves and crisp December air. At this time of year, it hugs you and invites you into cosy cafes for a hot chocolate or bold merlot.

So, let’s see a tiny slice of the city, starting at Bryant Park and heading uptown…

Captured by photographer Corinne Parker

Luxury lounges, cabin and culinary, plus world-class in-flight entertainment — grab your passport because I want to take you with me as I fly from SYD to JFK (via HKG) so you can see what all the hype is about regarding one of the world’s most luxurious airlines.

It’s no secret that flying Business Class is not cheap. The only reason in those early years I was able to make my way into the Business Class cabin was through alliance loyalty and building my status and miles points. Here is a quick overview of how I flew luxury for less.