"...you can’t visit Dubai without starting at the Burj Khalifa—the views from the top are simply breathtaking. But beyond the skyscrapers, I’d recommend exploring the Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood to really get a sense of Dubai’s cultural roots."

"Travel, for me, is about expanding my horizons and connecting with different cultures on a deeper level. Every destination offers a unique lens through which I learn more about the world"

"By exploring different cultures, we not only enrich our own lives but also foster a deeper understanding of the global community."

"It’s about stepping beyond your comfort zone and discovering how much more there is out there."

"What really stands out is how Dubai celebrates its diversity, blending tradition and modernity in a way that mirrors our own cultural tapestry. There’s a lot we can learn from how the city embraces and showcases its rich heritage alongside its modern influences."

"I loved the fact that we got to have a full house in Coventry and fans were happy to meet me for the first time"

"It was a whole new experience and I got to learn a lot"

"My husband has been a pillar of strength, my greatest fan actually. Balancing home and my career has been made flawless with his support"

"Yes, as a woman in the music industry, we do meet challenges, a lot of them. However, at the end of the day, the answer lies within one as an individual to focus on their goal. When you know what you want to achieve, you step on these thorns, get hurt, but you keep going"

"Being a mother and a musician is like managing an exciting challenge. It’s not easy, but very possible to love and be available for both. When I’m at home I’m a simple girl, who cleans, cooks and plays around with the boys, and when we get on stage, things change and we work"

"I am ever smiling. I don’t know anything else, but to smile since l was a baby"

"To young ladies, join the music industry when you know what you want to become. Anything is possible. You can be whatever you want to be, but the secret is knowing what it is and taking the first step"

"I am glad that I got to spread my message of love and spirituality through my music"

"As artists we have a voice that speaks to people and we pass on different messages"

"It was really the best thing we did. It was a great year. We were actually going to settle overseas, but we decided we missed family and home, so we came back. I went to work for other clothing companies under my brand but I missed being with my son, so I stopped altogether until he was about nine, and then I started the company I have now, in 1996."

"I’m a really big believer in that you can’t do one without the other. Our Holy Chic brand is a great example. We were going to do it as an online brand only. We put a lot of marketing and money behind putting it out there and it just didn’t get traction."

"you can have your dream” guru courses, and I sit here today because of them. It’s actually true! It’s all about what you think about. I did a really short pattern-making course and very quickly realised it wasn’t for me. I’m an ideas person, not a technical person."

"In Rwanda crocheting and knitting are not developed even though we have schools to learn from. The machines we use here are outdated compared to current machines on the market today. Our work would be much easier and faster if we were well equipped but they are very expensive."

"I started making cropped tops and scarfs for myself to wear and I was surprised to find that my friends liked them and asked me to make some for them. I never thought that I would make clothes for others, or even start my own clothing company, but that started to change after realising how people appreciated my work."

"I get discouraged by people who say that crochet is outdated and for people who are not educated. However, it gives me strength because I love it and know that it is worth doing. I have also been able to give jobs to people who help me during the crocheting and knitting process."

"Does your product or service already exist? What is your point of difference? Also, don’t be overwhelmed by other people’s opinions"

"Our main goal is to enhance people’s natural beauty, creating a safe space to ask questions online and encourage people to embrace their unique looks"

"I may not shout and scream but I have always stood up for accessibility. Nobody should go into a store or shop online and find that nothing works for them"

"Looking good is all about self-confidence"

"Whether it was over-drawn, over-plucked brows or, in my case, striped eyeshadow, every look served its purpose. The most beautiful thing about style is that it evolves and grows with you… so rather than look back with embarrassment, it gives me huge joy to look back and see myself experimenting and just having fun with it. At the end of the day, that’s what makeup should be - FUN"

"True beauty is not defined by age, colour, size or sex - it is reflected by the spirit within. Someone who has a ready smile, who shows kindness and warmth is always beautiful"

"We are constantly discussing ingredients, sustainability, formulation advancements and new packaging innovation. Whilst we have to be conscious of costs in the given climate, launching products that don’t deliver would be detrimental to my credibility as an artist and brand founder"

"Confidence is ongoing. Let’s keep showing up for ourselves"

"I’m constantly on the lookout for new and innovative products. It can be overwhelming when you see brands with thousands of lines. As an artist, I’m constantly editing down the products I have for my kit, and I wanted to make it easy for everybody to do the same"

"Makeup, style, and beauty should never be about restriction. They should be about freedom—the freedom to feel like you, at every stage and in every season of life"

"Skin first, confidence always. Less is more, but it’s not about doing less, more so choosing better. The beauty of now about embracing who we are - knowing what suits YOU, what brings you joy, and what makes you feel your best. These days, I’ve ditched the drama in place of well-prepped skin - the secret to glowing, long-lasting makeup isn’t in the foundation or setting spray, it’s in the skin underneath. When your skin is healthy and you’re already glowing, all you need is a touch of makeup to bring your face to life. I look for multi-tasking products infused with skincare ingredients, and use only where needed. Whilst the drama may have softened, confidence is stronger than ever."

"The darkest berry shade looks beautiful on me as someone with a nude complexion and equally as beauty on someone with a pale skin tone"

"When I browsed stores, I noticed a lot of complicated products being touted as ‘perfect’ for altering your appearance to look like someone else. The increase of filters being used online created a gap in the market for those that wanted a more natural, simple approach. I want to see people celebrating themselves and feeling comfortable in their own skin"

"confidence is the most powerful thing you can wear. It doesn’t come in a bottle, a bikini, or a lipstick tube—it comes from how you feel in your own skin. And that feeling? It’s something you build, not something you wait for permission to have."

"If a red lip gives you a spark—put it on."

"I wanted people to feel free to use them whenever they wanted, using their creativity rather than feeling constrained to a name. I use the tapered brush for shadow work on the eyes as well as to strategically apply concealer. Everything is designed by an artist, made for you"

"If you feel powerful in a black swimsuit—wear it with pride"

"You are allowed to feel good. You are allowed to enjoy beauty. You are allowed to be seen."

"If you like it, wear it"

"And if you feel your best with bare skin and a strong brow? Go for it."

"Nothing could have prepared us for the complications that arose. Applying makeup was banned, so technology became key to the business rather than a hands-on approach. You had to learn to adapt"

"We all know how unpredictable the comments section can be—but I said yes. Not because I’m fearless, but because I believe in showing up, as I am, with confidence and kindness"

"Work hard, never let anything get to your head. Respect people around you, stand firm for what you believe in. And plan, plan, plan and plan some more"

"I’m nervous about the challenges that are still yet to come"

"Until I reach my full potential I’ll keep my cards close to my chest"

"I credit my success to everyone who has helped me build the woman I am today, to everyone who is giving me a chance to sit down and ask questions"

"I also am fighting for the bigger dream of being an international force"

"I have had to learn that I can’t do everything"

"Some doors were closed but I always found a way to break through them and create a whole different golden road for myself"