Fleur Britten

London, Sussex, UK

Freelance journalist writing for @guardian @thetimes @vogue @telegraph (former staffer @theststyle). Author of five published books. Mother of two. Eco nag.

Articles

I'm a smug digital minimalist

2 weeks ago | thetimes.com | Fleur Britten
Why you should watch sex scenes with your children

3 weeks ago | thetimes.com | Fleur Britten
‘You sold it - now recycle it’: the protesters mailing worn-out clothes to the shops they bought them from

1 month ago | theguardian.com | Fleur Britten

In February, a threadbare polycotton bedsheet landed on the desk of Simon Roberts, CEO of Sainsbury’s. A “protest by post”, it had been sent by the Sheffield-based designer, maker and eco activist Wendy Ward. “I purchased this from Sainsbury’s at least 10 years ago,” she wrote in the accompanying letter. “It has served me well. However, I have no sustainable options available for what I should do with it.” Beyond repair, it was too damaged to donate to a charity shop, she explained.
How to get sparkling-clean windows in four easy steps

2 months ago | telegraph.co.uk | Debora Robertson |Busola Evans |Hannah Newton |Fleur Britten

If you're keen to use a squeegee, prepare the windows as above first, then lay a towel on the floor or sill to collect any drips. Fill your bucket with just-warm water, add a generous splash of vinegar and a good squeeze of washing-up liquid. Don't use hot water, as it dries too quickly and will leave streaks. Dip the squeegee into the bucket, squeeze out any excess water and, starting at the top of the window, wipe the soft part of the squeegee across the pane.
how a beige flat was transformed into an elegant party pad

Mar 8, 2025 | telegraph.co.uk | Busola Evans |Debora Robertson |Hannah Newton |Fleur Britten

Stanley Zhu has hosted London's most exuberant bashes, so it's no surprise his Kensington apartment is perfect for entertaining in style"I've had a few parties here," says Stanley Zhu with a smile as he surveys the colourful open-plan living space of his Kensington home. But the glint in his eye suggests this is somewhat of an understatement. Zhu is, after all, a London socialite renowned for hosting the most lavish of bashes.
How to clean your oven in six easy steps

Mar 8, 2025 | telegraph.co.uk | Debora Robertson |Hannah Newton |Fleur Britten |John Sturgis

Make sure you wear rubber gloves and the room is well ventilated. If it's not too bad, mix up a thick paste of bicarbonate of soda and water. Use a brush to spread the paste over the interior of the oven and inside the door, avoiding any heating elements and vents. Leave this for at least eight hours or overnight. Use microfibre cloths and lots of warm water to wipe off most of the residue, then spray with white vinegar and leave for 30 minutes before wiping down again.
Nine bathroom design mistakes and how to avoid them

Mar 7, 2025 | telegraph.co.uk | Hannah Newton |Fleur Britten |John Sturgis |Ros Byam Shaw

If you want a bathroom that functions well and looks good, take note of these common - and potentially costly - mistakesA bathroom overhaul is a major undertaking, one littered with design conundrums: how much storage can you fit in? What kind of flooring is not slippery when wet? Should you have two sinks or one? Where should you place the bath, basin or shower?
Nine ways to create the perfect book nook (in any part of the house)

Mar 6, 2025 | msn.com | Fleur Britten

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Nine ways to create the perfect book nook (in any part of the house)

Mar 6, 2025 | ca.style.yahoo.com | Fleur Britten

Reading nooks can provide a sanctuary of relief and bring new life to small, previously-unused spaces - Mike GarlickIf you’re looking to escape the harsh glare of reality, what you need is a book nook – a cosy, secluded spot at home where you can tuck yourself away and lose yourself to an unputdownable read. “It doesn’t need to get complicated,” says luxury designer Tom Howley.
Nine ways to create the perfect book nook (in any part of the house)

Mar 6, 2025 | yahoo.com | Fleur Britten

Reading nooks can provide a sanctuary of relief and bring new life to small, previously-unused spaces - Mike GarlickIf you’re looking to escape the harsh glare of reality, what you need is a book nook – a cosy, secluded spot at home where you can tuck yourself away and lose yourself to an unputdownable read. “It doesn’t need to get complicated,” says luxury designer Tom Howley.