What's On 8 September

Ellie Smith
September 08, 2024

Dear Reader,

How’s your new term going? This week has been a medley of gearing up for autumn, settling children into new schools and reminiscing about those lovely, looser summer weeks. September pulls us all up with a bang, but hopefully, you can find some time this weekend to settle down with our sparkling new issue. I got to chat with BBC Radio 4 Today programme’s latest recruit, the gorgeous, fun and funny Emma Barnett to talk about health, children and her latest side hustle; while Charlie Colville goes under the hood of Claudia Winkleman’s epic country-inspired wardrobe for The Traitors with the stylist for the show (which is, hooray, coming back for a third series). So go on, grab a copy, light the fire and curl up with a jolly good read. Buy yours here.

WHAT’S EXCITING ME THIS WEEK

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The Paris Grandma Aesthetic, Explained

If a play with your interiors is on your autumn agenda, we’re looking closely at Emily in Paris for a trend that is defined by its ‘elegant, timeless pieces infused with a hint of over-the-top chic’. Cool granny style has arrived – and we’re loving it.

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What Does AI Mean For The Climate Crisis?

We don’t necessarily see all the energy we are using because we’re not billed for it, and while Big Oil grabs the carbon headlines, AI is incredibly energy-intensive. Learn more by listening to the Beeb’s new podcast The Artificial Human.

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10 Designers To Have On Your Radar For LFW

London Fashion Week arrives in the capital this Friday. While you may not be attending the shows, you’ll soon be seeing the influence of these designers showing up on rails come springtime. I’m most looking forward to Edeline Lee, whose elegant clothes for real women both look and feel incredible to wear.

FIVE THINGS NOT TO MISS

Staying in season has arrived. Settle into autumn with these TV shows, including the new Slow Horses and Netflix’s murder mystery drama The Perfect Couple.

Treat your four-legged friend to a day out at the Big Woof Festival, which returns to King’s Cross with a wellness theme (think dog yoga and even sound baths). 14 - 15 September

Tuck into some mooncakes at Viet Grill’s special menu, designed to celebrate Tết Trung Thu, the Vietnamese version of the Mid-Autumn Festival. Until 21 September

Heading to London Design Festival? Here’s our pick of the best exhibitions, installations and panel talks to catch this year. 14 – 22 September

This unique new supper club celebrates historical cuisine. First up on 19 September: a foodie evening inspired by the Victorians.

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