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A new study  looking into the happiness of people at work has found 52 percent of Britons think their co-workers are their closest friends. It was also found their friendship is because they spend the most amount of time with them. Britons also think it takes a year to establish a friendship with a colleague, as reported on HR News.

So what does that mean for our happiness with our jobs, while most of us are working at home during the pandemic?

Weighing in from America, Shasta Nelson, author of the new #1 Best Selling book, The Business of Friendship: Making the Most of the Relationships Where We Spend Most of Our Time [HarperCollins Leadership, August 18, 2020], has provided the following insight on the results of this study:

• The data continues to show that those who have a best friend at work make the best employees— fewer sick days, less turn-over, better customer service, and more contribution to the team. So seeing that 52% of UK-based adults viewers one of their co-workers to be their closest friend is really encouraging! (Compare that to Nelson’s  research for her book The Business of Friendship showing only 40% of Americans have a best friend at work.)
• The top 5 reasons explaining why they felt closest to their work friends all are examples of what Shasta teaches are the 3 Relationship Requirements present in every healthy relationship: Consistency (shared time and regular interactions), Positivity (feeling good about those interactions), and Vulnerability (feeling like they know more about each other). Reasons 1, 3, 4 are examples of Consistency, #2 is an example of Vulnerability, and #5 is the Positivity we look for in every healthy relationship.
• However with only 23% of respondents feeling like their friends “truly care” about them, we could ascertain that the area that is the lowest is our positivity, which matches Nelson’s studies that continue to show that of the 3 Requirements: Positivity continues to be the one that has the most room for improvement. An abundance of positive emotions are critical to our bond because they inform how much we want to do the other two things: spend time together (Consistency) and share who we are (Vulnerability).
• The data point of it taking 6 more months to feel close to a co-worker if they aren’t working closely together (8 months compared to 14) gives us a good glimpse into our future work relationships as more of us work remotely and may not be interacting with our co-workers as frequently. It’s important that we re-set the expectations that bonding is likely going to take longer.
• The reason 65% of us admit that we share more with our work friends than our non-work friends due to “seeing them 5 days a week” reinforces just how important our Consistency is correlated with our Vulnerability— we aren’t choosing to share more with our work friends because we like them better than our non-work friends per say, but we’re sharing more simply because we interact more frequently. As our Consistency increases, so too does what we feel like we know about each other.
• In Nelson’s on research, she found that 60% of us don’t believe our organizations are doing enough to foster friendships at work for us. Not only do we want them doing more, but we hold them somewhat responsible for whether we have those friendships or not: 56% of us believe that whether we have a best friend at work is almost entirely dependent upon our employers and the culture they establish, with only 10% of respondents saying they weren’t responsible at all.

Mr Beckham, we all know as, one of the most iconic footballers of all time, one part of the most powerful celebrity couples since Antony & Cleopatra. One if not the most style conscious, followed, copied and admired style muses in menswear in all time !

However, if I said he is one of the most successful and popular Fragrance creators, would you be surprised ? You shouldn’t be as he is literally worth his weight in Gold and has partnered with one of the biggest Fragrance houses in the world, Coty and worked with some of the best and most respected perfumers in the industry including Pierre Negrin, Maurice Roucel, Nelly Hachem-Ruiz, Nathalie Lorson, Aurelien Guichard, Jean-Christophe Herault, Amandine Clerc-Marie, Beatrice Piquet, Alain Astori, Alienor Massenet, Elise Benat, Jean-Pierre Bethouart, Juliette Karagueuzoglou, Sylvie Fischer, Celine Barel, Louise Turner and Frank Voelkl.

Bold Instinct is the latest addition to the David Beckham Fragrance range and marks a new era – 15 years after introducing his signature scent Instinct, followed by Homme, The Essence, Beyond and Classic. Some, 19 fragrances in 15 years and 2020 marks his twentieth mens scent launch.

Bold Instinct launches with an inspiring message of choice — encouraging men to always stay true to themselves and make the choices that are right for them, regardless of what others might think. “When I’ve made a choice,” says David Beckham, “I’ve always believed in it. Because the right choice is the one that is right by you.”

For Bold Instinct, David Beckham again partnered with renowned perfumer Jean-Christophe Herault to craft a new scent conveying self-assurance and conviction. Bold Instinct is as powerful as it is elegant, bringing together a charismatic and stylish blend of earthy, whisky-like notes with warming spices.

Clean and confident, Bold Instinct is a reflection of the man who knows what he wants and lives what he believes.

The Bold Instinct launch is inspired by Beckham’s values and the purpose of his fragrance brand – a commitment to following your intuition and making bold decisions that are ‘right by you’. David Beckham said “Throughout my life and my career, I’ve just tried to make decisions that were right for me. To be honest, not everyone backed my choices, but that’s not what matters. What’s important is that I backed myself every step of the way.”

Men’s style has evolved through the decades, but the suit remains a marker of sophistication, stature and style. Luxury menswear brand, Aristocracy London, specialises in offering a bespoke experience and luxury suits without the tailor-made price tag. The brand has published a roundup of the ultimate suit-wearing style icons. Featuring stars of stage, screen, sport and even literature – the list showcases the most stylish suit wearers and includes advice from the experts at Aristocracy London on how to recreate the iconic looks.

Bond, James Bond

Arguably the most iconic suit wearer of all time, Bond’s style has changed over the years and throughout his ma reincarnations. Whether you’re a Connery or Craig fan – it’s hard to deny, Bond has style. From the original dinner suits to the slightly more relaxed, rugged style introduced by later Bonds, the sleek, iconic silhouette of James Bond has been interpreted and copied the world over.

Jay Gatsby

Although a firm cult literary character for decades, it was arguably the recent Baz Lehrman remake of F Scott Fitzgerald’s ‘The Great Gatsby’, that propelled Leonardo Di Caprio’s Jay Gatsby into style icon status. Twenties-inspired fashion rose in popularity shortly after the release of Lehrman’s remake, propelling Jay Gatsby and his glamourous wardrobe into style stardom.

 Mr Darcy

Perhaps not the first name to come to mind, but Mr Darcy is arguably an icon in his own right. Rocketed to icon-status thanks to Colin Firth’s portrayal of the character, Mr Darcy and his original dandy-inspired suits can be seen in the wardrobes of royalty and high society. This decorated formal wear is perfect for bold fashion lovers as the luxe fabrics, rich  colours and cuts will draw attention.

Don Draper

He may be a fictional character, but Don Draper brings the swinging sixties to life with his endless supply of slimline American-style suits. A menswear icon, Draper has inspired countless fashion collections since the launch of Mad Men. Popular with gents wanting a vintage but polished suit vibe, the tailored suit is a staple.

David Beckham

 Gone are the days of the sarong or leather tuxedos, nowadays we’re more likely to see Beckham walking a red carpet or on the FROW of a catwalk then on the football pitch. Probably the biggest transformation on our list, David Beckham’s stylist deserves a medal. The sports icon is partial to a velvet dinner suit and was even spotted in a morning suit during his visits to Royal weddings. Perhaps more of a staple is the three-piece suit. Seemingly a go to for most occasions the star attends – greys and navy blues only add to his slick style credentials.

Now I have to be honest, I’m sure like your good selves, I have a penchant for Apple products. This first started probably some 20 years ago on a trip to LA when the entire crew from the photo shoot, took themselves off for an excursion to treat themselves to something called an, “iPod”.

What, so all your music can we stored in this neat, beautifully designed piece of trickery ? I was hooked. This is probably a story that resonates with many of you. Currently, WFH (working from home) my office, our bedroom, does look like a mini Apple showroom, OK albeit a fair bit messier. But, nonetheless this with the beginning of many a man’s love affair with all thing Apple. Well that was until one fatefully in April 2015, when I was watching the brands conference with baited breath to see if all the rumours were true and they were going to launch another revolutionary product that would change our lives and yet another gadget we just couldn’t be without…..

Errr no, the I-watch was the product in question. For the first time Apple had failed me, until now. Following the announcement of the Apple Watch Series 6 and Watch SE, lifestyle brand CASETiFY updates its best-selling collections with custom straps and accessories for the new devices. Available now, customers can personalize and purchase the latest style Apple Watch bands, shipping worldwide from www.casetify.com

Known for quality and customization in the tech accessory space, CASETiFY looks at every detail, creating Apple Watch bands just as stylish and resilient as the people wearing them. Customer favorites include the Printed Saffiano Leather collection, a sweat-resistant and scratch-resistant band, crafted in cruelty-free vegan leather and engineered for ultimate protection against the elements. Now compatible with the new Apple Watch Series 6 and Apple Watch SE, shoppers can browse thousands of prints, add monograms, and complement devices with polished stainless steel buckles and metal adaptors. Built for all-day comfortable wear, the best-selling collection retails for £40

“We know how important everyday tech is to our community, so that’s why we only offer the best quality and style for our Apple Watch bands,” said CASETiFY CEO and Co-founder, Wes Ng. “As leaders and innovators in our industry, customers can count on us for the latest accessories that inspire creativity and self-expression.”

Elevating wearable tech with luxury finishes, CASETiFY offers its latest releases for the new Apple Watch Series 6 and Apple Watch SE. Two collections crafted in European leather, customers can dress their new Apple Watches in essential colorways, with options to personalize and monogram the Genuine Leather Watch Band collection. For a custom, interchangeable band, look no further than the 2-in-1 Italian Leather Watch Band, featuring the world’s first universal adaptor, with three colorways in single and double tour straps. Genuine leather bands start at £50, available to shop today.