Rachel is the beauty and fashion director at IDEAL. She loves trying new products and is an avid fan of London's fashion, from the high end to the high street.
Rachel Stevenson
BE YOUR IDEAL SELF IN 2017: HOW TO TREAT YOURSELF IN THE NEW YEAR
Another year is drawing to a close, and 2017 is rapidly approaching. This time...
6 IDEAL TIPS ON HOW TO SAVE ON YOUR ENERGY BILLS THIS XMAS
Tis the season to be energy efficient and now you can be by following...
WHERE IS THE BEST PLACE TO INVEST IN PROPERTY IN THE UK
Choosing a promising area when it comes to investment in property can change everything....
HAVE THE IDEAL SCANDINAVIAN CHRISTMAS WITH THESE RECIPES FROM WAITROSE
Get ready for a Scandinavian Christmas with these traditional recipes
In Scandinavia a julbord is...
THE IDEAL GUIDE TO WEDDING ATTIRE IN INDIA, JAPAN AND CHINA
If you’ve been invited to a wedding in another country or culture, first things...
5 TIPS FOR CREATING YOUR IDEAL HOME OFFICE
Thinking of working from home? More of us than ever – especially young women...
5 SIMPLE TIPS TO MAKE YOU THE BELLE OF THE CHRISTMAS BALL
We all want our Cinderella moment, where the beautiful belle of the ball has...
WANT TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE? IN THESE CAREERS YOU CAN
Have you always dreamt of embarking on a career where you can make a...
WHY TURNING ASHES INTO DIAMONDS IS THE PERFECT WAY TO REMEMBER LOVED ONES
It’s finally happened. The initial shock of the worst possible moments of your life...
3 IDEAL TIPS FOR FINDING LOVE THIS CHRISTMAS
If you're single and looking for love, Christmas is one of the best times...
INSIDER’S GUIDE: WEST HAMPSTEAD
Ever heard a Londoner gush over West Hampstead and say how much they love...
THE IDEAL WINTER WARMER: ROSEMARY & THYME SCENTED WINE PUNCH
This warm, aromatic punch is perfect for entertaining and will fill your home with...
4 IDEAL TIPS ON FINDING THE RIGHT ENGAGEMENT RING FOR YOUR PERSONAL STYLE
There was a time when engagement rings were nearly indistinguishable from one another, with...
12 IDEAL MEN’S FASHION PIECES TO PURCHASE THIS CHRISTMAS
Finally, winter is here, and Christmas is just around the corner. It's a time...
5 IDEAL WAYS TO STRETCH YOUR MONEY FURTHER WITH THESE SIMPLE ONLINE SHOPPING TIPS
Whether you’re sticking to a tight budget or just want to make your money...
HOW TO STAGE AN INTERVENTION FOR A LOVED ONE STRUGGLING WITH ADDICTION
One way of helping a loved one who is struggling with an addiction such...
5 REASONS WE LOVE ENGLISH COUNTRY COTTAGES
With their flagstone floors, latch doors and open fires, an English country cottage is...
10 IDEAL THINGS ABOUT IT BEING WINTER AGAIN
I’m as guilty as the next person for complaining repeatedly that the sun has...
10 ECO-TOURISM DESTINATIONS TO EXPLORE THIS WINTER
The world is seeing a boom in environmentally-friendly travel. With the help of LitterBins...
TRAVELLING LONG DISTANCE? THE GADGETS YOU SHOULDN’T LEAVE HOME WITHOUT
If you are planning a long distance trip for business or leisure, making sure...
CHRISTMAS GIFT IDEAS FOR ALL YOUR DIFFERENT GIRLY FRIENDS
There may have been decorations in the stores for over a month now. But...
THE MOST UNDERRATED SKILLS THAT’LL MAKE YOU A ROCKSTAR IN THE FASHION STAKES
Keeping up with fashion can be hard work. You need to know what colours...
THE IDEAL RECIPE FOR TASTY MIXED VEGETABLE BRAISED RICE WITH OLIVE OIL & HONEY
Tasty mixed vegetable, braised rice with olive oil & honey by Phil Vickery for...
IDEAL TIPS: WHICH SOCIAL PLATFORM IS BEST TO PROMOTE A LOCAL BEAUTY BUSINESS
The advent of social media has provided business a more direct and targeted marketing...
IDEAL TIPS: CHILD SAFE ALTERNATIVE PUMPKIN DECORATING IDEAS
It’s difficult to think outside the box when it comes to decorating your house...
IDEAL CHRISTMAS GIFT IDEAS FOR THE MAN IN YOUR LIFE
The Christmas shopping season is back again, so it’s time to start thinking about...
4 COMMON FASHION MISTAKES & HOW NOT TO MAKE THEM
Fashion changes and evolves so fast that a style which was at ‘the height...
5 TIPS TO BE A BETTER DRIVER ON THE ROADS
As with many skills, you never stop improving on your ability to drive. Here...
HALLOWEEN PUMPKIN CUPCAKES – IDEAL FOR TRICK OR TREAT
These creepy cupcake creations, courtesy of Stork are wickedly fun to make and ideal...
4 IDEAL REASONS TO BUY CASHMERE THIS WINTER
With winter just around the corner, you might be thinking about going shopping for...
3 IDEAL WAYS TO UPDATE YOUR LIVINGROOM & ADD A TOUCH OF CLASS TO YOUR HOME
Our homes are where we return to, after a tiresome day at work and...