Given the lingering taboos and sadness around funerals, most Britons find planning for or organising one a tricky task. Contemporary funeral parlour Exit Here aims to improve the experience by offering bespoke services that encourage people to plan ahead and create personal rituals.

The Deathwives collective is seeking to remove the American taboo of talking about death, broadening discussions around this traditionally hushed subject. As people embrace more positive attitudes towards death, there are opportunities for businesses to change the funeral narrative.

The effects of climate change won’t discriminate between genders, but research suggests that men may not be doing as much as women to limit their impact on the planet. What stops men from buying eco-friendly goods, and how can brands shift perceptions to ensure sustainability appeals to all?

The way Britons get married is undergoing an upheaval as celebrants supplant clerics and brides opt for second-hand gowns. What’s driving couples to downsize their plans, exchange engagement tattoos, and opt for outdoor ceremonies? And how are brands supporting their new traditions?