<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[DE-FYNIT]]></title><description><![CDATA[DE-FYNIT]]></description><link>https://www.de-fynit.com/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 20:30:23 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.de-fynit.com/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[ISSUE 2 : The Year of Resilience ]]></title><description><![CDATA[Resilience isn't about bouncing back. Not really. It's about refusing to break in the first place. The people in this issue have faced supply chain collapses, budget constraints, the pressure to scale faster than is healthy, and an industry that's constantly telling them they're not enough. 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It was all about gaining experience, getting qualifications, and eventually going back home to build something bigger. Growing up here gave me a lot of opportunities and shaped me into who I am, but as an adult, I can’t ignore the fact that the food, weather, and cost of living just don’t make me want to stay for the long haul.]]></description><link>https://www.de-fynit.com/post/why-britain-was-never-the-final-destination-for-me</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a1eaa3d61de78e3b21752d3</guid><category><![CDATA[LIFESTYLE]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/da2b6f_14b7e7dc82a04b9c9bcaaed2ae2ef991~mv2.webp/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Stacey.S</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[It's A Tracy Beaker Nation]]></title><description><![CDATA[UK Childhood Stories: Join us for a series of nostalgic glimpses into growing up in Britain. Discover the unique and shared experiences that defined our youth, from street games to iconic TV moments like Tracey Beaker.]]></description><link>https://www.de-fynit.com/post/it-s-a-tracy-beaker-nation</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a1ea95e74254bcae086c6bd</guid><category><![CDATA[LIFESTYLE]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/da2b6f_dfa1108aa8cb4f5ba0c2e5cac1734bdd~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Stacey.S</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[God, Food &#38; £5 Ketchup]]></title><description><![CDATA[Real people share what it’s like growing up in the UK. Honest, diverse stories posted every Monday, Wednesday &#38; Friday. 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Start your journey towards healthier habits today.]]></description><link>https://www.de-fynit.com/post/digital-detox</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a1e9ac361de78e3b2172d42</guid><category><![CDATA[LIFESTYLE]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 09 Sep 2025 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/da2b6f_3364c5a66cbf4be2a559910795f9e85e~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Natasha Dlamini</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Carnival History]]></title><description><![CDATA[Discover how Carnival fashion is redefining street style in the UK, blending Caribbean heritage with modern trends. 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More than 40% of attendees delivered iconic moments that will stay etched in fashion history, with unexpected stars rising to the top.]]></description><link>https://www.de-fynit.com/post/have-black-people-saved-fashion-again</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a1ea3d46d73f9b100a44762</guid><category><![CDATA[Fashion]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 08 May 2025 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/da2b6f_e73d5b4b388b47c99e1f532d467fe533~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_677,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kadija Johnson</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[When Fashion Speaks]]></title><description><![CDATA[London Fashion Week opened fashionably and Harris Reed was at the centre of it.  His latest collection, Reed’s AW25, reminded us that he is ]]></description><link>https://www.de-fynit.com/post/when-fashion-speaks</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a1ea2bac8425dc5576de092</guid><category><![CDATA[Fashion]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 28 Feb 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/da2b6f_92d5e3f9fc6e40b98d9bc6f023bbb8ba~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Sophie Green</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[New to the Scene, But Not a Stranger]]></title><description><![CDATA[Explore the blurred lines of the MOBO Awards' Best Newcomer category and the delayed recognition of artists like Odeal. Is the music industry]]></description><link>https://www.de-fynit.com/post/new-to-the-scene-but-not-a-stranger</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a1e9fda6d73f9b100a43dea</guid><category><![CDATA[ENTERTAINMENT]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 24 Feb 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/da2b6f_fbd3bdfc396542cda6aaf323ab894484~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Natasha Dlamini</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[And the Award Goes To… ]]></title><description><![CDATA[The MOBO Awards 2025 delivered another unforgettable night, honouring the best in Black music and culture. 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The brand's founder didn't set out to revolutionise body care. She set out to fix a problem nobody was talking about. We're all drowning in the daily grind





The brand's founder didn't set out to revolutionise body care. She set out to fix a problem nobody was talking about. We're all drowning in the daily grind of work, relationships, and the impossible pursuit of work life balance. And somewhere in that chaos, we stopped taking care of ourselves. Not because we didn't want to.]]></description><link>https://www.de-fynit.com/post/lavish-butter</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a1f0739d7053c3c7ea269fc</guid><category><![CDATA[BEAUTY]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 18 Nov 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/da2b6f_903ff130648b4c909ffaf92d89528cae~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_736,h_720,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>De-fynit</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Heartbreak Anthem We Didn’t Know We Needed]]></title><description><![CDATA[There are some artists who just get it those who can take all the messy, complicated feelings of heartbreak and put them into a song that hits you right in the chest. ]]></description><link>https://www.de-fynit.com/post/the-heartbreak-anthem-we-didn-t-know-we-needed</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a1e9e6e7ab417a19fc29bba</guid><category><![CDATA[ENTERTAINMENT]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 11 Nov 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/da2b6f_32bf71f2b7ac426f981098ce29fcb393~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_735,h_601,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Natasha Dlamini</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[What All the Celebrities Wore to the 2024 Academy Museum Gala]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Academy Museum Gala did not disappoint when it came to the red carpet looks. Here are some of the most stunning ensembles from the night]]></description><link>https://www.de-fynit.com/post/what-all-the-celebrities-wore-to-the-2024-academy-museum-gala</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a1e9d447ab417a19fc298f5</guid><category><![CDATA[Fashion]]></category><category><![CDATA[ENTERTAINMENT]]></category><pubDate>Sun, 20 Oct 2024 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/da2b6f_b0f4bc82e1e14d15a15e0c0bcb161b9a~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_800,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Sophie Green</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Period Dramas Are Plagued by the "iPhone Face"?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ever feel ripped out of a historical drama by an actor who looks more Instagram than duchess?  We explore the "iPhone Face" phenomenon and how beauty standards, posture, and even makeup can create a disconnect between actors and the eras they portray.  ]]></description><link>https://www.de-fynit.com/post/why-period-dramas-are-plagued-by-the-iphone-face</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a1e939674254bcae0869216</guid><category><![CDATA[ENTERTAINMENT]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 24 Sep 2024 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/3051f4_cea37ba0f7374ce6b19d5c119b064f08~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_720,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Anita</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Micro-Influencers &#38; Content Creators: Because Nobody Wants to See Another #OOTD in a Private Jet]]></title><description><![CDATA[Forget luxury filters, micro-influencers are real &#38; driving engagement.  Authenticity is the new luxury. ]]></description><link>https://www.de-fynit.com/post/micro-influencers-content-creators-because-nobody-wants-to-see-another-ootd-in-a-private-jet</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a1e90f825eba3b2860e4f88</guid><category><![CDATA[LIFESTYLE]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 17 Sep 2024 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/da2b6f_655a06d45fbe4e389bd1599f003aca04~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_736,h_920,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Emily Moore</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>