l Sustainability A new reckoning.
l Travel update Where we are now.
l Cool indulgence Loving ice cream.
l Flower project A colourful pictorial.
l Swatch watch A NASA inspiration.
l Surf & Turf Doing it the right way.
Sustainability by Sophie Fitzjohn.
Sustainability is at the forefront of many peoples’ minds and businesses currently, as living and working in a sustainable way has become a necessity due to the modern flow of life that we have become accustomed to. When we hear the word “sustainability” many tend to think of renewable fuel sources, reducing carbon emissions, protecting environments and finding ways of keeping the delicate ecosystems of our planet in balance. In short, sustainability looks to protect our natural environment, human and ecological health, while driving innovation and not compromising our way of life as we know it.
There are numerous examples throughout human history where a civilisation has damaged its own environment and damaged its survival chances due to taking resources to sustain certain lifestyles. Sustainability takes into account how we might live in harmony with the natural world around us, protecting it from damage and destruction.
We now live in a modern, consumerist and largely urban existence throughout
Kindness to our world...
the developed world and we consume a lot of natural resources every day as a result. Urban areas consume more power than those who live in rural areas; however there are improvement to be made everywhere, as it is estimated that we use 40% more resources every year than we can actually put back, which must change.
The front runners in the cause are economic development, social development and environmental protection. These are the three
main sectors when sustainability is broken down into three main parts.
Within the economic development bracket, supply and demand market is a main focus as it’s consumerist in nature and modern life requires a lot of resources every day; for the sake of the environment, getting what we consume under control is the main goal. Economic development is based around giving people what they want without compromising quality of life, and this is especially important in the developing world.
The biggest topic when it comes to social development for many people right now is sustainable housing and how we can improve new homes and build from sustainable materials. Education is also a key aspect - encouraging people to participate in environmental sustainability is the first step and also teaching them about the effects of environmental protection is paramount; as well as warning of the dangers if we cannot achieve a positive outcome.
Also the biggest social activism movement related to the social development side of sustainability, has been programs such as Fair Trade and the Rainforest Alliance. These two programmes encourage good farming practices while ensuring farmers who produce luxury goods such as coffee and cocoa receive a decent living wage.
Environmental protection is the third
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Putting urgency on eco friendly.
pillar when talking about sustainability, and to many is the main concern of the future of humanity. It defines how we should study and protect ecosystems, air quality, integrity and sustainability of our resources and focuses on the areas that place stress on the environment. It also concerns how technology will drive our greener future; the EPA recognized that developing technology and biotechnology is key to this sustainability, and protecting the environment of the future from potential damage that technological advances could potentially bring.
All these elements are crucial when it comes to improving the world we live in. As many of us have experienced lockdown recently due to Covid19; I feel that a lot of people have rethought their normal way of life and in some ways have realised how damaging their habits were to the planet and own wellbeing.
From no longer being able to travel almost immediately, to reducing our consumption of impulse buys and indulging activities. There’s been so many things that have changed, but it has definitely been a chance to step back and actually engage in the present. Even though many aspects of life have suffered, many other areas such as nature have thrived as a result of human activity being limited. And I think that’s been a huge lesson for everyone and future generations to come on how life could proceed and prosper in the future.
“The greatest threat to our planet is the belief that someone else will save it.”
Robert Swan, Author.
“Sustainable development requires human ingenuity. People are the most important resource.”
Dan Shechtman
Travel Update
Europe’s tourism industry is experiencing a robust recovery in the first months of 2024. Based on data from reporting destinations, foreign arrivals (+7.2%) and overnights (+6.5%) in the first quarter of the year surpassed 2019 figures. This continues the upward trend observed in 2023, which recorded foreign arrivals 1.2% below 2019 levels, and nights just 0.2% below. The recovery is largely driven by strong intra-regional travel fuelled by Germany, France, Italy, and the Netherlands. This is coupled with demand from the US, which continues to be Europe’s most important long-haul source market. This is according to the latest edition of the ‘European Tourism Trends & Prospects’ quarterly report released by the European Travel Commission (ETC).
Despite challenges, consumer demand remains strong
Inflationary pressures and geopolitical uncertainties remain significant concerns for the European tourism industry. The war in Ukraine continues to impact tourism flows, particularly in Central and Eastern Europe. Meanwhile, the war between Israel and Hamas now significantly affects travel from Israel to
Europe, with Israeli arrivals down 54% on last year in Q1 across reporting destinations. For tourism industry professionals, accommodation costs (59%), business costs (52%) and staff shortages (52%) are seen as the biggest challenges.
Paris Olympics and Euros 2024 expected to drive demand in France and Germany
This summer will bring two major sporting events to Europe: the Olympic Games in France and the UEFA European Football Championship in Germany. The Olympics are expected to attract a surge in domestic and international tourists, with the impacts extending beyond the city of Paris itself. Inbound spending growth is projected at 13% for Paris and 24% for all of France on 2019 levels. The Euros will be less concentrated in the German capital, with games taking place across ten cities. This is expected to offer a more dispersed benefit, with all participating cities poised to experience a significant rise in tourism revenue.
European Travel Commission (ETC) is the non-profit organisation responsible for the promotion of Europe as a tourist destination in third markets.
European tourism recovery continues into 2024,
with travel expenditure expected to hit record numbers.
Cream of the crop
Ice cream - arguabely a prime global favourite by Dennis Sterne.
Not liking chocolate puts you firmly in ‘The Weird Club’ in my book. Not liking ice cream I’m afraid puts you in the same club only your rank is ‘Club Leader’. To me, ice cream is without question one of the food of the Gods. From childhood it is rightly considered a treat amongst treats and has the capacity to anethetize in the most pleasurable way while warming the culinary senses. Looking for an ice cream that sits somewhere between Carte D’Or and a freshly scooped gelato from the streets of Florence? I’ve handpicked London’s poshest ice creams you can buy from the supermarket (or a fancy food store), so good they will make you melt.
Oppo
Launched in 2014 by brothers Harry and
Charlie, Oppo ice cream is all about giving customers a healthier choice of ice cream with all the flavour – each tub only comes in under 200 calories per half tub.
Remeo
Ice cream, sorry gelato (they’re very particular about that) so posh it actually looks like a face cream. Inside these pleasing on the eye pots you’ll find a modern take on Italian gelato, made using the highest quality, environmentally conscious products in Italy.
Hackney Gelato
If you live anywhere near Dalton, London Field, etc, you’ll be familiar with these little pots, usually spotted in the hands of hipsters walking around E5/E8 way.
The brand was founded by two bona fide
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Happy note:
Grab a spoon and dig into your favourite flavour of ice cream, because eating ice cream can actually cheer you up! There is a scientific explanation for the same – when you eat ice cream, your body produces a hormone known as serotonin. Serotonin, which is also known as a feel-good hormone makes you feel happy!
gleeful indulgence....
“I don’t have a sweet tooth, normally; I’m a salty-savory girl. But when I’m pregnant, almost as a ritual, at 4 o’clock, I’ll have cookies-and-cream ice cream!”
- Ivanka Trump -
chefs, Sam and Enrico, who cut their teeth working at the Michelin-starred Locanda Locatelli. They now make ice cream for a living (the dream) and damn good ice cream it is.
Grom
Considered one of the best ice cream shops in London (they also have outposts all over Italy and stores in Hong Kong, Paris and New York), gelato doesn’t come much better than this.
MiiRO
Posh ice cream doesn’t have to come in a tub, MiiRO’s posh creations come in stick form, perfect for these hot days in the garden or at the park.
Booja-Booja
Sticking with the dairy-free theme, you may know Booja-Booja for their posh, no-dairy chocolates. While I’d quite happily devour a box of their truffles, summertime calls for something just as chocolatey but a hell of a lot colder. Enter their incredible range of ice creams, from fruity rippled concoctions to truffley topped delights – if Willy Wonka were a vegan he’d make these.
It helps boost your Immunity: Ice cream is a kind of fermented food and it is said that fermented food is beneficial for our respiratory and gastrointestinal health. A better respiratory system and improved gut health would eventually improve your immunity. Mentioned brands available at Ocado and Waitrose.
It Is Loaded With Vitamins and Minerals: Ice-cream contains milk and milk solids, which means whenever you eat ice cream, your body obtains the goodness of vitamin D, vitamin A, calcium, phosphorus and riboflavin. Apart from this, the different flavours add extra nutrition quotient to it. For example, dark chocolate ice cream is loaded with antioxidants and flavonoids, which helps in lowering your bad cholesterol and helps improve your heart health.
The Urban SUV Concept will be available in both front-wheel and all-wheel drive configurations. Customers will have the option to choose from two battery typesone focusing on affordability and the other on providing an extended driving range. Although specific details are under wraps, Toyota plans to incorporate next-generation batteries in its future EVs, promising a 20 per cent increase in range and a 40 per cent reduction in costs compared to current models like the bZ4X
Toyota Europe’s marketing director, Andrea Carlucci, has hinted at a competitive pricing strategy for the Urban SUV Concept. With a likely price tag in the range of £30,000 (around $53,000), it will be an accessible option for those looking to transition to electric vehicles. The Urban SUV is poised to compete with other EVs like Volvo’s EX30 and Jeep Avenger, marking its entry into one of Europe’s most rapidly growing BEV market segments.
The Urban SUV Concept is just one part of Toyota’s vision for a carbon-neutral future. With a strategy focused on alternative fuel and zeroemission powertrain technologies, Toyota aims to exclusively offer zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs) by 2035 and achieve complete carbon neutrality by 2040.
Future spec
These SUVs could come with a 60kWh battery pack with a claimed range of 550km and a real-life range of 450-500km. Lower variants could get a smaller 48kWh battery pack. Motor specs are still a mystery, but it is expected to come with dual motors enabling AWD capabilities.
Type:
The 2024 Toyota bZ4X is an allelectric fivepassenger SUV that’s available in two trim levels: XLE and Limited.
The Urban SUV Concept is set to be a pivotal addition to Toyota’s electric fleet. Slated for a European launch in 2024.
vision
Toyota has made a significant leap in its electric vehicle (EV) lineup with the unveiling of the Urban SUV Concept. This new entry is set to bolster Toyota’s electric presence, particularly in the European market, in 2024 and beyond.
Construction:
Drawing inspiration from the highly successful Toyota Yaris Cross, the Urban SUV Concept features a bold and modern design. Its compact size belies a rugged and tall stance, with strong wheel arches enhancing its SUV character. Toyota has also focused on maximising interior space to ensure flexibility for both passengers and cargo.
Toyota unveils Urban SUV Concept, previewing a new electric compact SUV for Europe
Europe: Toyota already enjoys prominence in the B-SUV segment with the hybrid electric Yaris Cross, the bestselling model in its class. It has drawn on this experience in the development of an authentic battery electric SUV that has versatility designed-in and which meets the priorities of European customers.
A delivery of quality, durability and reliability that are hallmarks of the Toyota brand.
Drive: Both front and all-wheel drive powertrains will be available, with AWD being a key part of Toyota’s product DNA. Similarly, the production model will offer a dual battery strategy: customers will be able to choose between two battery options, with different capacities to suit their needs and priority for accessibility or driving range.
Car
Emission: Through its multipath strategy, Toyota envisions a future in which carbon neutrality is achieved through the practical introduction of a portfolio of products with advanced, alternative fuel and zeroemissions powertrain technologies.
The future begins: The Toyota Urban SUV Concept has an authentic SUV presence, with a compact body set on strong shoulders and a high driving position. Space is maximised in a flexible interior that can easily be adapted to prioritise passenger or load space as required.
Toyota has revealed that the Urban SUV concept measures 4,300mm in length, 1,820mm in width and 1,620mm height, which is quite similar to the Maruti eVX
Flower Project
fresheye captures the power of nature through flowers. From the outdoors to the florist, experience the intricate beauty of flowers this summer season.
- Photography by Dennis Sterne -
Flower Project 2:
Part of photography projects throughout 2022. Shot on i-phone 11.
Wild Red Rose
Chrysanthemum
Hydrangea Magical Pearl
Pincushion Protea
Tiger Orchid
Euro 2024
Belgium adidas Belgium 2024 Away Authentic Jersey.
Euro 2024
fresheye takes a look at the great game’s sporting wardrobe. The home and away season of european tournament colour extravaganza!
Football kits
Swatch
Feel: All dials carry the OMEGA X SWATCH branding, as well as the iconic Speedmaster logo and the new MoonSwatch logo. The glass construction, the “hidden” S integrated in the center of the crystal, the fine and sophisticated circular pattern on the dial outer ring and the subdials, the sharp and smooth lugs construction, the iconic “dot over 90” detail on the tachymeter scaled bezel, and of course the unique Bioceramic touch are common to all models and stand for passionate love for details. All hours, minutes, chronograph seconds hands and hour markers sport superluminova for a perfect glow in the dark.
Reach for space and explore the universe with Omega X Swatch. Dream big and Fly High with iconic Speedmaster and new MoonSwatch watches.
Watch
Spec: The watches have a 42-millimetre (1.5 in) diameter and 13-millimetre (0.5 in) thickness, and Super-LumiNova for the indexes and hands, which is the same lume as that used in the Omega Speedmaster. It has a quartz ETA movement.
Aesthetic: The MoonSwatch is a faithful celebration of the original Omega Speedmaster, revealed to the wearer in so many different ways. Firstly, they are the same size as the Moonwatch – 42mm in diameter and 13.25mm thick. The hands and hour markers are identical and sport SuperLumiNova. And even the tachymeter insert has a dot over 90.
It was inevitable that one day Daniel Craig - exclusive wearer of Omega watches since he became Mr James Bond - would bag himself a MoonSwatch.
Watch
Brand: Swatch and Omega have come together for an unprecedented, innovative take on the legendary Speedmaster Moonwatch. It’s the first time in history that the coming together of two legendary watch brands has occurred, and it’s a major deal for the Swiss watch industry as they look to attract a new and younger demographic.
Each is inscribed with ‘Dream Big – Fly High - Explore the UniverseReach for the Planets’.
Watch
Brand extension: Each of the 11 variations celebrates the original Omega Speedmaster, as well as a different planet in the solar system. Cases are made from the Swatch patented bioceramic material, which is not only eco-friendly but extremely affordable. Bioceramic is made from a combination of zirconium and bio-sourced plastic – both light and incredibly hardwearing.
The MoonSwatch is finished on a Velcro strap that feels utilitarian - indeed like something you’d find on an astronaut heading into space.
Right: Prawns and steak.
Middle: Lobster and steak loin.
Far right: Scallops and lamb bites.
Surf ‘n’ Turf the right way
Combining land and sea for dining.
Surf and turf or surf ‘n’ turf is a main course combining seafood and red meat. A typical seafood component would be lobster (either lobster tail or a whole lobster), prawns, shrimp, squid or scallops, any of which could be steamed, grilled or breaded and fried. The meat is typically beef steak, although others may be used. One standard combination is lobster tail and filet mignon.
Surf and turf is eaten in steakhouses in the United States, Canada, UK and Australia, and may also be available in some British/Irishstyle pubs in those countries.
Surf and turf is often considered as an example of conspicuous consumption and kitsch, as it combines two expensive foods
which are not normally considered to be complementary. The point of surf ‘n’ turf is to maximize hedonistic extravagance.
Main picture Ingredients:
10.6 ounces giant king prawns (300g)
17.6 ounces mussels, cleaned (500g)
4 pieces salsiccia sausages
(casings removed & meat separated into small pieces)
1 medium yellow onion, cubed
1 small fennel bulb, thinly sliced
2 garlic cloved, minced
1 package of mussel seasoning
250 milliliters dry white wine
3 tablespoons Pernod
8 sprigs fresh tarragon leaves
2 small crushed chilies
250 milliliters heavy cream
2 tablespoons fresh dill
6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
freshly ground pepper & salt
1 lemon, sliced
Penelope Ternes
Height 5’ 10’’; Bust 32½’’; Waist 23’’; Hips
35’’; Shoe 8; Hair Dark blonde; Eyes Green. Height 178; Bust 82; Waist 59; Hips 89; Shoe 41; Hair Dark blonde.
Above: Yilan Hua Meet Yilan Hua, the model who walked the most shows this season. She has so many runway miles on the clock that we’ve lost count.
Alaato Jazyper
Height. 177 / 5’9’’ 1/2. Hair. Black. Eyes. Brown. Bust. 81 / 32’’. Waist. 61 / 24’’. Hips. 88 / 34’’ 1/2. Shoes. 39 / 8 1/2.
Model
Above: Agel Akol 5’11”, B 31”, W 23”, H 33.5”, Shoes 9.5, Hair Black, Eyes Brown.
Above right: Angelina Kendall Height 5’9” ½Hair Color Dark Blond - Eyes Brown-Green - Bust 31” ½ - Waist 24” ½ - Hips 34” ½ - Shoes 9 ½.
Right: Victoria Fawole In just 2 years since her debut at Simone Rocha A/w 21 show, Lagos born Victoria Fawole has dominated runways across the globe successfully climbing to Top 50
Modeling is a diverse and everchanging industry, with models of all shapes and sizes breaking stereotypes and embracing their uniqueness.
Fendi Man
Fendi Men A/W 2024.
Silvia Venturini Fendi said this collection was not so much inspired but a process is a continuous flow from one collection to the next. She ultimately works on functionality and what she calls “great classics” that she constantly reviews and revisits.
Weighty Soft box cut.
Blouson Camel and check.
Soft sport Friday come Sunday.
Unstructured No rules construct.
Fluffy Bold animal.
Silhouette Sharp impact.
Autumn fluidity.
Palette
Function Key notes.
Tonal Palette for art.
Creating a big caffeine hit
Lockdown new wave
beverage.
Dalgona coffee is whipping the internet into something of a lather. Thanks to it’s simple ingredients and picture-perfect good looks, the drink has become a global social media sensation and is now most searched for type of coffee worldwide, according to Google trends.
Since the first day of lockdown, internet enquiries for dalgona coffee in the Uk increased by 1,900%.
The drink consists of instant coffee and sugar whipped into a frothy foam, served with hot or cold milk.
It is named after, and is said to taste like a traditional honeycomb toffee made in South Korea, where the trend started.
Since then #dalgonacoffee has had nearly 350 million views on TikTok and almost half a million posts on Instagram. No doubt the extreme popularity of dalgona was fuelled by coffee lovers missing their flat whites.
From the first day of lockdown on 20 March to the height of the novel drink’s online reign on 5 April, daily searches for dalgona coffee in the UK increased by 1900 per cent according to Google Trends.
