Makua Adimora is a behavioural analyst at Canvas8. After completing a bachelor's degree in chemical engineering, she shifted her focus to culture journalism. With a keen interest in music and culture, she has written for the likes of 

, and Al Jazeera, among others. In her spare time, she can be found overspending at Superdrug or writing about the new-school hip hop scene in Nigeria.

People are looking for a visceral reprieve from the permacrisis

Essential Escapism

People are mining the past for stable comfort 

Ultra Cosy 

United Kingdom

Home and Relationships

Relationships and dating

Adult sleepovers are on the rise as a popular way for friends to bond and relax in a safe and comforting environment. The trend taps into kidulting behaviours, as people increasingly seek out nostalgic activities that feel nurturing and safe amid the chaos of everyday life.