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From W1 to the White Isle: A Soho Creative’s Guide to Ibiza Art Weekend | My Soho Times

I’m heading to Ibiza this weekend however, unlike my last trip a few years ago, this one comes with a cultural agenda.

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From 8–9 May 2026, Ibiza plays host to the inaugural Culture Collective Ibiza Art Weekend, a first-of-its-kind programme set to transform the island’s most iconic venues into immersive exhibition spaces. Positioned within a wider season-long initiative, it is expected to become Europe’s largest public art event, bringing together over 70 international artists across fine art, digital, urban art, music and fashion.

The Scent of Legacy: Fragrance, Memory and 256 Years of Yardley London | My Soho Times

There’s something about scent that lingers longer than the moment itself — like a grandmother’s dressing table in childhood memory, where beauty becomes ritual, and memory is formed in layers.

At last month’s International Women’s Day breakfast hosted at The Ivy Club Loft in partnership with Yardley London, the conversation centred on legacy in its most personal form. The morning marked the launch of The Murray Bruce Matriarch: A Family Portrait of Margaret Dolly Murray-Bruce by June Angelides MBE, Joy Murray-Bruce and Jessica Akintoye — a tribute to a woman whose influence spanned generations. As family members, speakers and guests reflected on Margaret “Mama” Murray-Bruce’s life, the theme was clear: legacy isn’t just what we achieve, but what we leave behind in others.

The Beat Goes On: Soho’s Vinyl Heritage and Your 2026 Record Store Day Guide | My Soho Times

Long before it was the backdrop for the iconic Oasis ‘Morning Glory’ cover, Soho’s Berwick Street was known globally as the “Golden Mile of Vinyl“. At its peak in the 1990s, this single stretch of road hosted more than 20 independent record stores, nestled between fruit stalls and the area’s infamous neon signs.

Scent and the City: London’s Perfumed Legacy | My Soho Times

Almost as long as there has been human civilisation, there has been perfume. Its history stretches back thousands of years — the word itself is derived from the Latin perfumare, meaning “to smoke through”, a nod to the burning of aromatic materials in ritual and reverence. The practice of crushing flowers, resins and oils to conjure fragrance can be traced to ancient Mesopotamia, Egypt and Greece, where scent was woven into the fabric of daily life: valued not only for adornment, but also for medicine and religious ceremony. The ingredients at the heart of those early concoctions, chiefly frankincense, myrrh, rose and jasmine, remain the building blocks of perfumes made today.

Top 10 Beauty Myths Debunked by an Expert | My Soho Times

Sunscreen contouring, DIY chemical peels, using chilli as a lip plumper, ‘product dumping’ (layering multiple strong actives in one routine) – our feeds are flooded with viral hacks and influencer “advice” masquerading as expertise. It might rack up views, but on your face it can mean irritation, a wrecked skin barrier, and even increased sensitivity to the sun. Before you follow the next TikTok craze into your bathroom, hit pause: in this science-led Q&A, beauty editor Julia Ferrai interviews cosmetic chemist Shivani Mistry to separate fact from fiction and bust 10 of the biggest beauty myths.

Covent Garden Beauty Trail: This Week’s Must-Visit Beauty Stops | My Soho Times

If you’re heading into Covent Garden this week, consider this your sign to turn it into a beauty trail.

This season, we’re all things beauty and wellness at My Soho Times, and raye the store marks the perfect starting point. Armed with Julia Ferrari’s A to Z Beauty Guide, you can discover some of the area’s must-visit beauty spots along the way…

A to Z Beauty Guide to Soho & Covent Garden | My Soho Times

Nestled in the heart of London’s West End, Soho and Covent Garden are a beauty lovers’ haven, where flagship stores, indie gems and heritage apothecaries sit side by side along cobbled streets and bustling market squares. Julia Ferrari shares a curated A to Z Beauty Guide to unlock the area’s most iconic – and most undiscovered – brands and addresses, from heritage apothecaries to one-off perfumes and the now ubiquitous K-beauty meccas. There’s just one letter missing… can you spot it?

The 3 Power Trends Shaping Beauty in 2026 | My Soho Times

As we step into spring 2026, leaving the quiet of winter behind, beauty is awakening too – smarter, more sensorial, and unmistakably human. Beauty editor Julia Ferrari shares her perspective on the trends shaping the year, where the focus is no longer on a single viral product, but on a deeper shift in how we care for our skin, our wellbeing, and what “luxury” truly feels like.

Spring Reset: How to Refresh Your Skincare and Makeup | My Soho Times

Spring is finally here, bringing with it the perfect excuse to shake up your beauty routine. Those rich moisturisers, full-coverage foundations, and heavy layers that carried us through winter can start to feel excessive as it gets warmer. This season calls for lighter, breathable bases, and consistent SPF becomes an absolute must. Beauty contributor Grace Alexandra guides us through her essentials for transitioning your skincare and makeup this season.

Still Showing: A Tour of London’s Indie Cinemas | My Soho Times

Despite the rise of streaming, London’s independent cinemas are far from fading away without a fight. From repertory marathons in Leicester Square to radical screenings at the ICA, Freya Starr explores the venues keeping the capital’s communal film culture alive.