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by Emily McIntyre Kim Kardashian was recently announced as GQ’s final Man Of The Year cover star, and it certainly caused a stir online.   With her successes in just about every avenue of business, beauty and fashion, just when you thought she couldn’t possibly add another achievement to her long list, she announces on Instagram: ‘Hi! I’m the GQ Man of the Year!’   Alongside the likes of Jacob Elordi and Travis Scott, the publication brands Kim as "Tycoon Of The Year," and follows her latest business endeavour into men's underwear.   In her interview alongside the cover feature, she opens up about everything from her father, motherhood, divorce and her ever growing business ventures, yet the internet seemed to have just one question - “Has GQ run out of men?”   Kim places a huge focus on her late Dad’s impact on her life throughout the interview, which comes as no surprise following the title  ‘What Kim Kardashian Learned from Her Father.’   Twenty years after his death,

by Emily Hirst Here at Darling Magazine we always have our eyes peeled for dynamic brands that make the fashion scene all the more rebellious and mind-bending - and one brand that embodies this is Bulgarian fashion brand DEMOBAZA. If you’re looking to embrace the unconventional, DEMOBAZA’S launch of their newest Spring Summer 2024 collection, The Rebel Collection, at Los Angeles Fashion Week (LAFW) is something you cannot miss. Made in 2007 by Demo and Tono, the pair combined Bulgarian post-socialist spirit and “futuristic dreams” to generate a truly non-conformist brand.  Now, the concept fashion brand’s Spring Summer collection is inspired by the essence of nature, with a care-free approach, with womens and menswear garments representing humanity and the wild - whilst reflecting the raw and primal energy of nature. Spotlighting unconventional garments with deconstructed silhouettes that are reminiscent of survivalist gear, their fresh collection includes a colour palette of earth hue

by Oana-Maria Moldovan As the holiday season approaches, Maison Bengal steps into the spotlight, offering a unique and ethical gifting option for conscientious consumers. Ever wanted to give yourself or your loved ones a gift that can be both breathtaking and ethically made? Now’s your chance. This fair trade label has become more and more synonymous with sustainable craftsmanship, and their curated bag gift edit is bound to make this season's festivities even more special. Maison Bengal is an ethical brand specializing in jute and hogla (local seagrass) bags and interior products. Founded in 2004 by Sheenagh Day, the brand's primary mission is to help combat poverty in Bangladesh. The brand's extensive range of handwoven products revives traditional techniques, resulting in works of art that resonate with socially conscious customers. Maison Bengal's commitment to environmental responsibility is evident in every thread of their products.  All their bags are meticulousl

by Amy Walter Sofia Coppola's 2006 film 'Marie Antoinette' delves into the life of the titular 19-year-old queen. While previous retellings were far more critical, Coppola tells the story through the female gaze - indulging the audience with cakes, bows, and heels, all lit by the haze of candles and the score of '80s classics. The film remains popular within the rising world of unapologetic femininity. Sofia Coppola aimed to modernise the story of Marie Antoinette, telling IGN that when she saw "Miloš Forman’s Amadeus, and they were just speaking in their regular accents, they felt like real people to me, as opposed to someone living in some other era I couldn’t relate to. So, I was trying to take away as many kinds of period-film-genre clichés and simplify it in a way that could be relatable on a human level."  By modernising the film, Coppola created a story that, though rooted in a girl marrying to save a monarchy, remains familiar in its themes of teen ang