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Boden’s British Classics collection is a masterclass in autumn style

Boden’s British Classics collection is a masterclass in autumn style

Published by Daniella Wilson

There are few cities with as much sartorial personality as London. From cosy pubs and iconic shopping streets to leafy parks, grand Victorian architecture and the familiar rumble of the Underground, the city has an unmistakable way of making everyday style feel special. And for Boden, London has always been more than home – it’s a source of inspiration. This autumn and winter, that inspiration takes centre stage with Boden’s latest collection, celebrating the British classics that have become synonymous with the brand. Think timeless tailoring, heritage checks, stripes, rich textures and beautifully considered pieces designed to be worn, loved and returned to season after season. At the heart of the collection is an appreciation for clothes that work hard without ever looking like they’re trying too hard. The British Classics edit brings together the kind of wardrobe staples that make getting dressed feel effortless: sophisticated tailoring, elegant dresses, luxurious knitwear and classic outerwear, all with Boden’s distinctly British personality. Discover Boden’s British Classics collection now (Boden) The blazer Take the red collarless tailored blazer, …

5 literary classics that grapple with the void of nihilism

5 literary classics that grapple with the void of nihilism

Published by Jenni Sidey

Have you ever wondered how life could possibly be meaningful in this absurd and seemingly arbitrary world? If so, you’re not alone. The question of whether life has purpose has been debated since at least Ancient Greece, and some of the greatest minds in philosophy and literature have grappled with it and its implications. On one side of that debate is nihilism, a group of philosophies that center on rejecting the foundational ideas of other philosophies. Its most famous manifestation is existential nihilism, which holds that life is meaningless and lacks intrinsic value. This particular form of nihilism will be our focus here, but it’s worth noting that others are out there. For instance, moral nihilism rejects the idea that acts can be objectively right or wrong, a stance the philosopher J.L. Mackie argued for in 1977. Meanwhile, epistemic nihilism holds that knowledge is impossible. Plato claimed the pre-Socratic thinker Protagoras held this point of view. Exploring nihilism can be distressing. It often requires us to face the possibility that what we hold dear rests …