Was this sleet? Yes, coming sideways mixed with hail stones. Turning away from the gale force gusts, you could hear the sharp pitter-patter of ice pellets hitting your back. Welcome to filming in Scotland. We were on the hills round Talla Reservoir, making a new TV and cinema commercial for Scottish Water. We’d brought along… Continue reading FILMING UP A STORM FOR SCOTTISH WATER
It’s high time to face facts – 2023 was not a great year for planet earth. We bring this to the attention of the 139 elected officials in the US Congress who still deny the scientific consensus of human-caused climate change; and the likes of UK’s Global Warming Policy Foundation who according to the London… Continue reading Can the Average Person Do Anything About Global Warming?
There’s been plenty to keep us busy at Always Be Content this year. We’ve welcomed new clients, won awards, helped raise thousands for charity and perfected our best ‘blue steel’ poses (but more on that later!). We’ve got a lot to cover, so let’s dive in! AN AWARD-WINNING YEAR Our first taste of glory in… Continue reading ALWAYS BE ENERGETIC: 2023 IN REVIEW
While a relatively recent phenomenon, the Christmas ad has become a yuletide tradition. Every year, Britain’s biggest brands compete for our affections in a ‘Battle Royale’ of festive advertising. Our answer to America’s Super Bowl Ad has become increasingly competitive over the years. Lavish production values, stirring soundtracks and celebrity appearances are all to… Continue reading CHRISTMAS CRACKERS: OUR PICK OF THIS YEAR’S FESTIVE ADS
In Scotland, we’re lucky to have water that’s world-class. It’s clean, clear, great tasting and we can enjoy it at home at the turn of a tap. However, it’s a different story when we’re out and about. Most of us are too embarrassed to ask to use a tap in a café or bar, so… Continue reading TOP UP TAPS: SUSTAINABLE HYDRATION FOR THE NATION
A couple of years ago, metaverse mania was at fever pitch. Facebook announced it was changing its name to Meta and Mark Zuckerberg hailed the metaverse as the future of the internet, stating: “you’ll be able to do almost anything you can imagine”. The marketing and tech communities were buzzing over the seemingly limitless possibilities.… Continue reading WHAT HAPPENED TO THE METAVERSE?
According to a UN report issued earlier this year, human driven climate change is already causing widespread devastation. The world has a “brief and rapidly closing window to secure a livable future.” Among the startling facts, the report stated that some 3.3 billion people (about half the global population) live in areas classified as “highly… Continue reading Can you save the planet with style?
“It was like a Tardis full of unique clothes” Not every item of ‘slow fashion’ needs to be second-hand, vintage, recycled or upcycled. I just think you need to make mindful choices about what you wear, looking for things which you love and which will last. This dress was made by my auntie, Anne Higgins,… Continue reading Zoe’s Slow Fashion Story
“Ferry cross the Mersey” This is a lovely silk bomber jacket I picked up in a vintage market in Liverpool’s uber-hip Baltic Triangle. The area is boho home to creative start-ups, eateries and nightlife. It’s just a brisk walk from the city’s Albert Dock and waterfront where you can catch the famous ‘Ferry cross the… Continue reading Lou’s Slow Fashion Story
“I found a ticket for a club in the pocket” I’ve had this duster coat for donkeys’ years. The term originally meant a coverall worn by horse riders and cattle ranchers to protect their clothes from the dust kicked up by horses’ hooves. Now it’s just any long, light coat. I bought this duster coat… Continue reading Sam’s Slow Fashion Story
