Andrea Thompson
Andrea Thompson is Editor in Chief at Marie Claire UK and was named by We are the City as one of the UKs top 50 trailblazers for her work championing gender equality.
Andrea has worked as a senior journalist for a range of publications over her 20 year career including The Sunday Times, The Guardian, The Daily Mail, Channel 4, Glamour and Grazia. At Marie Claire UK, Andrea oversees content, strategy and campaigns across fashion, beauty and the brand's purpose pillars. Her weekly newsletter and column Andreas It List showcases her curated edit of the very best in fashion and beauty.She is a keen advocate of women's empowerment, sustainability and diversity and is a regular speaker at events on these themes. Andrea is passionate about telling the stories of those often marginalised by the mainstream media and oversaw a feature about rape in the Congo that won the title an Amnesty Media Award. She sits on the committee of the British Society of Magazine Editors where she acts as Vice Chair and looks after Diversity and Inclusion and regularly mentors young women from under represented communities trying to break into the media industry. Follow her on instagram at @andreacanwrite
Latest articles by Andrea Thompson
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Louise Pentland’s dating dos and don’ts (for single mums)
Its hard enough dating when you're single, but how about as newly divorced single mum? Here Sprinkle of Glitter's uber blogger and author Louise Pentland reveals the golden rules she's learned along the way
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4 ways Brexit has rocked the property market - and how to ride out the storm
The way we're buying and selling houses since Brexit has changed. A year on, what does this mean for you and how can you make the most of the climate whether you're buying or selling?
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The reality of life as a woman in the shadow of the DUP
Just 24 hours after a DUP-Conservative Alliance was put forward by Theresa May, there are reports that the Democratic Unionist Party could push for amendments to UK abortion laws as part of their support for May's flailing government. CAITLIN DE JODE, who grew up with the reality of this deeply conservative party in Ireland reveals why Theresa May's new partnership is deeply worrying for all of us. Here's her account.
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What it feels like to be a female war reporter trapped behind enemy lines
Being shot at by ISIS, no food or water for 20 hours (in case you get bombed going to the loo) and Vespa driving with 80s music to decompress. CNN journalist Arwa Damon on the reality of being a woman in a war zone.
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Easy Escapes: Sardinia
With white sandy beaches, rustic local cuisine and a perfect climate, this island might just be the perfect summer destination
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Women-only workspaces could boost your career
The rise of women-only workspaces taps into the trend for collaboration over competition.
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Food with a view at Searcy's Gherkin 39th floor restaurant
Marie Claire samples sky-high dining at its best in the heart of the City.
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How to start your own business without leaving your job
Want to become your own boss? You're not alone. 70% of employees dream of running their own business. But how can you do it when you've got a day job to hold down and rent to pay?
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Are you joining the women's strike today?
Here's what you should know first
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International Women's Day: 16 Reasons Why We Still Need To Shout About It
International Women's Day: 16 Reasons You Need To Get Behind It
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Forget Tinder: here's the latest gym craze for singles
London's singletons are opting for dumbells and protein shakes over cocktails and dinner.
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#HandsOffOurRights: Across the globe women’s basic reproductive rights are under attack.
Marie Claire UK's Editor in Chief, Trish Halpin, explains why we've launched a new campaign #HandsOffOurRights to fight back
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#HandsOffOurRights: Marie Claire editors unite around the fight to protect women's rights
Here are 6 reasons why you should get on board this International Women's Day and make your voice heard
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Helen Skelton showed how every day as a parent really is heaven and hell
There are far too many images of perfect parenthood on social media. I'm with mums like Helen Skelton, who tell it like it is.
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A new survey reveals the true mistreatment of female MPs
Rosena Allin-Khan, the new Labour MP for Tooting, talks to Marie Claire
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This is why Team Marie Claire thinks marching works
In 10 years time, when people ask you where you were for the biggest international march in history, what will you say?
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The Women's March : Everything you need to know…and how to prepare
Planning on coming to the Women's March on London this Saturday? Check out this 8 point guide
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Which of these types of drinker are you?
From the Sexy Drunk to The Black Out Drunk, we've all got our own drinking style. Here's how to to spot yours and deal with it.
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How to build a digital business: The 7 golden rules for success
Whats the key to making money in a constantly changing digital landscape? We quizzed super blogger Louise Pentland, the founder of ‘Sprinkle of Glitter’ (2 million subscribers and counting) on the business rules she lives by.
By Andrea Thompson
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How to make it big on Youtube
Patricia Bright, AKA award-winning beauty blogger BritPopPrincess reveals her tips for success in a crowded market
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I'm 22 and HIV positive - but determined to live my life to the full
A 22-year-old mother of three speaks about living with HIV in South Africa, where 6.8 million people are HIV positive - more than anywhere else in the world.
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So what's it really like to be a regular 18-year-old girl... And HIV positive
Teenager Ashley Rose Murphy, a motivational speaker and HIV/AIDS charity ambassador describes what it's like living with HIV positive.
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Could you run a business with your boyfriend?
Mixing business and pleasure isn’t for everyone, but there are plenty of successful partnerships out there that started out as relationships. Here's how they did it.
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How to make sure you don’t get talked over by a man, like Hillary
Here's how to channel your inner Hillary Clinton and not let 'manterrupting' bring you down...
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Here are the 6 skills employers are looking for in 2017
Want to supercharge your career by January? Get tooled-up with the most sought after skills bosses are looking for in 2017.
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These are the 6 things your boyfriend really needs to know about Movember
Every year, for one month, perfectly normal men across the globe, begin obsessively competing to grow the wildest, bushiest facial hair they can muster in 28 days to raise money for charity. But there's more to Movember than championing a new 'tache to show off on Facebook.
By Andrea Thompson
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International Day of the Girl
Today on International Day of the Girl, we celebrate the women and girls who inspire us to be better versions of ourselves.
By Andrea Thompson