Alanya Smith
Content Writer
Alanya is a Content Writer for Gathered, working across the digital magazine, website and wider outreach. She pursued her passion for writing and editing at university, studying Journalism, Media & Culture and Magazine Journalism, where she trained to become a PPA-accredited journalist.
Recent articles by Alanya Smith
These are the 7 essentials your handbag is missing
Are you filling your handbag with the right things?
9 films to watch this spring
Adventure, fantasy, feel good; we’ve just sorted what you should watch tonight
Make these easy switches to revitalise your daily routine, as told by experts
10 easy daily habits that will change your life for the better
Every kitchen needs these 6 staples
How many does your kitchen have?
What your bartender is secretly judging you for
If you love spending spring days in a pub garden, you might want to keep this advice in mind
What really happens at the sex clinic (and the questions you're too embarrassed to ask)
From underwear debates to conversations while they’re at the business end; this is what staff want you to know
Here are 6 books that will make you more intelligent
Swap scrolling screens with swiping through pages with these books you won’t want to put down
This is the one trick to cutting out caffeine from your morning routine for good
If you’re struggling to manage how much coffee you drink in a day, this hack could be a lifesaver
These are the hottest colours to style right now, according to leading stylists
From fuchsia to fern, these are the colours you should be styling into your wardrobe, home décor and beauty regimes
These are the hangover cures that actually work
Because we know you’re reading this hungover in bed…
Do you know how different coloured foods affects your body?
Tasting the rainbow is the culinary adventure that your health needs
Why drinking hot chocolate is actually good for you
5 reasons why your hot chocolate may be the tastiest way to look after your physical health
This is how you stop snoring, says experts
If snoring is stopping you from getting a good night’s rest, this might be the trick to help you finally get perfect slumber
10 romance films to get you through Valentine’s day
Popcorn popped, phone turned off, friends are around; it’s going to be a good movie night
9 mistakes everyone makes when managing personal finances
With these simple saving tips, your bank account will be reaping the rewards in no time
Your ultimate guide to train your brain for rugby season
Getting into a new sport shouldn’t have to be difficult – we answer the questions you’ve been too afraid to ask
Your workout is missing this vital step
Don’t give up on that fitness pledge without trying this hack first
7 unmissable non-fiction books to get excited about
These are some of the best stories that you won’t believe are true
9 podcasts to cure brain rot and reignite your creativity
When you’re looking to tune out the boredom, these podcasts turn up the inspiration
The 7 eco-friendly high street beauty products you need to switch to
These products will do the work to protect the planet without showing the stress on your body
2026 is the year of comebacks: 12 beloved characters returning to our screens
Sequels, reboots and long-awaited returns are set to dominate the year. These are the characters audiences can’t wait to see back on screen
7 must-see films coming to cinemas in 2026
From long-awaited adaptations to star-studded originals, these are the film releases already generating serious buzz
11 books to keep your eye out for in 2026
Romance, friendship, grief and identity. On the bookshelf, there’s a home for everyone
