Darling Magazine

by Olivia Warburton There is rarely a week without a harrowing story surrounding violence against women and girls (VAWG) across headlines.  One such incident which has resurfaced recently is the tragic death of  Elianne Andam . In September 2023, the 15-year-old was fatally stabbed outside a bus stop on her way to school in Croydon, South London by a then 17-year-old boy.  In broad daylight, in the middle of the morning rush one Wednesday, Andam lost her life at the hands of a friend’s ex-boyfriend.  Almost a year on, Andam’s death is in the news once again as her alleged attacker turned 18 and is therefore no longer entitled to anonymity. He is due to stand trial for murder in November 2024 after admitting to killing Andam by pleading guilty to manslaughter - a plea that was not accepted by the prosecution.   Andam’s family and those close to her described her as “a beautiful person inside and out” who had a “bright future ahead of her.” A future that was cruelly cut short.  Alarmingl

by Megane Monki It is no secret that the English rock band Oasis took the music world by storm. Their impact may have started in the ‘90s but recent news proves they still hold importance today.  From rockers belting Wonderwall to indie kids’ vibing to Champagne Supernova, Oasis has had the gig culture a chokehold.  Despite this successes, Oasis have never been shy of their passion for their origin city, Manchester, even after their rise to fame, so why don’t they support their Northern fans and grassroots venues? Interestingly, many fans of the esteemed music group are not as impressed by the reunion as much as we would think they were...and here is why. Oasis have accumulated a huge following, with a statistic showing 25,000 fans (4% of the UK) attending their early concerts back in 1996. Splitting up back in 2009 quickly hit the tabloids like a wildfire, spreading all across Europe. Similar to Fleetwood Mac, the band were battling inner conflict, mainly between hothead brothers Liam

by Tia Janowski  Amid the excitement of London Fashion Week SS25,  Global Fashion Collective  stole the spotlight at Protein Studios in Shoreditch with three emerging designers unveiling their newest collections.  From the retro charm of  Lenifro X Fab Morvan  to  SHINO ’ s  bold visual kei-inspired pieces and  Eduardo Ramos’ elegant designs, the runway offered a dazzling variety of styles. Let’s take a closer look at each designer’s collection and explore what made their work stand out on the runway.  Eduardo Ramos Eduardo Ramos  kicked off the show with a bold metallic womenswear collection that radiated confidence and sophistication. The   Vancouver-based   designer has been making waves since launching his label in 2022 after presenting his graduation collection at Vancouver Fashion Week.  For his SS25 collection, Ramos showcased his signature sharp tailoring and fluidity, combined with a luxe metallic palette that reflected his long-time inspiration, the cycles of life. His Garmen

by Mohsina Alam   On a breezy Autumn night during London Fashion Week 2024, a packed audience gathered in St. John’s Church, Hyde Park, to watch the Vivz World catwalk show. From the runway collections to the makeup and styling to the beautiful venue filled with entrancing musical performers, every aspect of Vivz World Fashion Week was shining, shimmering, splendid. The show comes from Vivz Fashion School, a fashion institution based in India that offers mentorship in all areas of design and fashion marketing. This year, they helped four designers present their collections to the public and each collection was vastly different, ranging from bridal gowns to athleisure to business chic. Manuel Tiscareno The first designer to present their looks was Manuel Tiscareno. Known for his dedication to fine craftsmanship and all things luxury, Tiscareno’s looks embodied this ethos, and was further emphasised by the opera singer performing whilst the models walked.     A number of the floor-length