Oh, Man

I don’t need you to kill any spiders. I can buy my own flowers. I prefer to sleep alone. I … More

Do men take pepper spray with them whenever they pop to the shop?

7pm, Saturday night, north London in lockdown. A young woman has to go to the supermarket. What she needs to … More

“No Need For Introductions… (2)

I’ve read about girls like you on the backs of toilet doors.” another collection of things that have been written … More

My New Friend

“Hey, kid, where’s your mama?” “At work,” she says. “What about your dad?” “Gone.” I flinch for a moment, wondering … More

“No Need For Introductions…

I’ve read about girls like you on the backs of toilet doors.” a small collection of things I’ve read this … More

Here’s To Strong Women

Despite having attended an all girls’ school, my life is and always has been dominated by men. I have always … More

A Letter to The Girl Next Door

Dear Louiza, You don’t know me, but you do. We’ve never met in person, never stood face to face. I’ve … More

Girls

GIRLS splashy micro-hothouses no humdrum engagements styled heads wild-card zing inspired offbeat decorated attentions jostling More is more is more … More

God Save Alexander McQueen

Review of Alexander McQueen : Savage Beauty exhibition, V&A, London, 2015. “I’m a romantic schizophrenic.” After being confronted with a … More