Liz Connor
Liz Connor is a freelance journalist specialising in health, wellbeing, travel and beauty. She has been writing for The Standard since 2016, where she previously worked in-house on the digital lifestyle desk. You'll spot her byline on a variety of articles, from fitness kit roundups to the best beauty buys....
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Liz Connor is a freelance journalist specialising in health, wellbeing, travel and beauty. She has been writing for The Standard since 2016, where she previously worked in-house on the digital lifestyle desk. You'll spot her byline on a variety of articles, from fitness kit roundups to the best beauty buys.
Best no-drill accessories for renters in 2025
Add personality to plain white walls and banish the dreaded ‘big light’ for good with these easy-to-fit home updates that won’t risk your security deposit
London tennis clubs where you can train like a Wimbledon champion
From luxury courts to wallet-friendly recreation grounds, Liz Connor picks the best places to serve up in the city
27 brilliant photographs of Elephant and Castle over the years
Take a step back in time with our gallery of one of south London's best-loved neighbourhoods
The best places to go wild swimming near London
In the Wild Guide, Daniel Start searches for some of the best wild swimming spots in South East England. As the weather warms up, he shares his favourites within easy each of London
Everything you need to know about staying in the Love Island villa
Time to get all of your single friends together for a holiday...
25 of the cheapest city breaks in Europe
Here are the European breaks that could slash your weekend break bill in half
Five myths about depression you need to stop believing
Now more than ever we need to understand the truth behind mental health issues
Everything you need to know about using dating apps in 2017
With the stigma of tech-based courtship long a thing of the past, Liz Connor dissects the way we date now
Ikea responds to Balenciaga’s £1,600 blue bag in the best way possible
The Swedish design company took a hilarious swipe at the French fashion brand’s questionable new ‘It’ bag
'Why I've made documentary about anti-Trump Women's March'
‘We Still Rise’ will tell the story of how millions of people took to the streets in solidarity against President Trump. With tensions in the US more acute than ever before, here, documentary maker Dagmara Kodlubanski tells us why her film is more relevant than ever
10 London florists you need to follow on Instagram
As Valentine's Day approaches, we rundown the accounts that will inject some daily floral inspiration into your feed
Cheese triggers the same part of the brain as hard drugs
Hooked on cheese? There’s science behind your addiction
How Londoners can donate to those affected by the Grenfell Tower fire
There are dedicated drop off points where Londoners can drop off blankets, clothes, food, toys and other necessities to those left without a home
The sexiest boudoir hotels to book in the UK for Valentine’s Day
Planning a weekend away? Put down the pink carnations and set the mood stylishly with these decadently romantic stays
Veganuary: 11 everyday foods that are accidentally vegan
Because going vegan in January doesn’t mean going without…
11 everyday snack foods that you can eat during Veganuary
Because going vegan in January doesn’t mean going without…
7 secret charming old towns for a cosy winter break in Europe
Time for a romantic getaway...
This is how to get 24 days off in a row by only using 14 days holiday
Make the most of your holiday with this clever life hack
This is how to get 24 days off in a row by only using 14 days holiday
Make the most of your holiday with this clever life hack
30 incredible trips to take before you turn 30
They say life goes quickly if you’re living in the capital. Make sure you don’t miss out on these epic adventures while you’re young enough really get lost in the world