Mischa Smith

2 weeks ago | marieclaire.co.uk | Mischa Smith

Russell Brand is facing multiple charges of sexual assault, according to a statement released by the Crown Prosecution Service today. The charges, which stem from investigations dating back to 2023, include one count of rape, one count of indecent assault, one count of oral rape, and two counts of sexual assault. The charges relate to four separate women. Brand, 50, has been under investigation following several women’s allegations of sexual misconduct, harassment, and assault.

3 weeks ago | marieclaire.co.uk | Mischa Smith

Children from as young as five have submitted anonymous testimonies on the charity website Everyone’s Invited, revealing primary school experiences of sexual harassment, groping, inappropriate touching and even rape. Rape culture is not a term commonly associated with five-11-year olds and yet it exists in at least as many as 1,664 British primary schools. The Everyone’s Invited Primary School List cites the names of almost 2,000 primary schools where sexual abuse or harassment has taken place.

3 weeks ago | marieclaire.co.uk | Mischa Smith

Good storytelling transcends generations, cultures, and experiences; this year’s authors shortlisted in The Women's Prize for Fiction prove that without question. Historically, women’s voices have often been marginalised—something The Women's Prize has always aimed to combat—but as more (though not enough) women take centre stage in the literary, cinematic, and art worlds, our narratives continue to break boundaries, challenge norms, and inspire change.

3 weeks ago | marieclaire.co.uk | Mischa Smith

Rachel Reeves has presented her first Spring Statement as Chancellor, outlining Labour’s economic agenda for the coming year and introducing measures that could affect millions of UK households. From modest maternity leave pay increases to caps on Carer's allowance, the Spring Statement will have a significant impact on women's financial independence and career progression.

3 weeks ago | marieclaire.co.uk | Mischa Smith

Searches for Butter Yellow dresses are spiking on Google—the inspiration? Kate Moss’ 1995 Met Gala dress, of course. When it comes to trending styles, Kate Moss is never far from mood boards. The search term ‘butter yellow dresses’ has been steadily trending since last spring, but new Google data shows searches for the shade have reached an all-time high, more than doubling in the past month. Over at Pinterest, there’s been a 40% butter yellow boost.