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ASOS Launches Its First Circular Fashion Collection Right in Time For Autumn
ASOS is showing the high street that circular fashion doesn’t have to compromise on style or price point. The affordable online retailer debuted its first circular fashion collection on Monday, 28 Sept, which offers on-trend clothing and accessories that have been made according to “industry-leading circularity principles”. ASOS’s circular collection includes 29 consciously created pieces of clothing and accessories that meet the brand’s commitment at the Copenhagen Fashion Summit in 2018 to train all designers in circular design by 2020. But, what is circular fashion? The brand explains by sharing the eight eco-conscious design principles that were used to create the new collection: Zero-Waste Design: Using zero-waste design pattern-cutting methods to ensure ...
This Is the Perfect Autumn Accessories Capsule, Hands Down
Top of our wishlist are the buttery leather knee-high Spice boots and the Selsie, their suede sister, which mark the return of tall boots for yet another season. (That’s right: invest now, if you haven’t already). The Pictor black boots are also high up on that list as an excellent elevated biker style, made to be worn with all those cottage-core dresses we indulged in this summer to bring them seasonally up to date. The versatile Outshine ankle boots might just be the most-perfect heeled ankle boot we’ve seen in a long time—sculptural, minimal, and guaranteed to go with everything. And we’re calling it now—theDaydream boucle slingbacks are bound to be another Instagram hit. They’ll dress up any jeans-and-blazer outfit in an instant, and it’s making us very excited to be dressi...
5 Autumn Trends My 57-Year-Old Mum and I Agree Are Worth Buying
For the sake of easily writing this intro, I wish I could claim that my mom and I don’t always agree on fashion matters, that we have completely opposing taste, and that we rarely, if ever, think of buying or wearing the same things. Unfortunately for today—but fortunately in life—that’s simply not the case. In fact, ever since I can remember we’ve been pretty much on the same page when it comes to fashion and style. We both err on the more classic side but can’t resist a truly great trend piece when we come across one. We also like to keep it pretty simple and aim to only buy items that are investment-worthy so they can stay in our collective closets for years or, better yet, decades. In case that sounds like anyone else’s vibe, I figured why not get my mom on the phone (again) ...
4 Ways To Wear a Classic Breton Top
As fun as it is to experiment with new and innovative styles and silhouettes, sometimes the best outfits are built-upon those wardrobe classics that never really age. The Breton top has to be one of the most iconic pieces in the timeless style stakes, with its historical roots that date back to the early 20th century when Coco Chanel co-opted the striped marinière for her own use. Fast forward a century at the Breton still holds a special place in the fashion-lovers’ wardrobe, and has retained its distinctive Parisian appeal. But, as with all fashion classics, the joy comes from mixing-up your styling, experimenting with different pairings, and offering the item of clothing a contemporary kick. For the Breton top, this might mea...
13 Doable Nail-Art Ideas Perfect for Short Nails
It’s no secret that long, healthy nails are a feat that sits atop many beauty wishlists. We’re always on the hunt for the best nail-growth products and expert practices for achieving extended talons, but that doesn’t mean we don’t love a good short-nail moment from time to time. After all, there are few things more liberating than the carefree attitude that comes along with freshly chopped nails. Opening tin cans and picking up coins are just a couple of simple pleasures that become infinitely easier. Though keeping your claws cropped means having a little less real estate to use for nail art, there are still tons of short-nail designs that will satisfy even the most adventurous nail aficionados. Ahead, we’ve rounded up 13 decorat...
We Tried On 6 Pairs of High-Street Boots So You Don’t Have To
Boots season is finally here, huzzah! Bring on the lace-ups and the combats, the Chelseas and the knee-highs, because nothing quite stands up to the cosy appeal of foot-cocooning leather. Unlike a boxfresh sneaker or a flimsy ballet pump, a good boot will withstand whatever the great British winter throws at us and look good along the way. It will work with both dresses and denim, skirts and suits, so you know you’ll get excellent cost-per-wear. It’s sure to be a go-to staple over the next 6 months. We understand that it might be trickier to shop for boots this season, with social distancing measures and shop closures, so we decided to put a few styles from our favourite high street brands through their paces (literally). From Whist...
These Oversized Shirts Are the Ultimate Autumnal Staple
Long before we even knew the word ‘covid’, we were repeating the phrase “unprecedented times”, and our wardrobes turned into a Groundhog day of comfy-but-smart pieces, fashion was already looking towards a more classic, pared-back approach. Our spring/summer 2020 report revealed that one of the most in-demand pieces for that season was a blue The Row shirt. Then the autumn/winter 2020 runways confirmed it: this season is about the pieces you’ll be wearing forever and not just for a few months. In our trend report for this season, Elizabeth von der Goltz, global buying director at Net-a-Porter said that customers will be making more considered purchases with sustainability in min and that “our wardrobes will be more hardworking than ev...
30 Items From Arket, & Other Stories and COS That Stopped Me in My Tracks
When it comes to autumn winter dressing there are three high street brands in particular that always excel during this season. Unsurprisingly, given cold-weather dressing is a Scandi area of expertise, they all are part of the H&M group. Arket, COS and & Other Stories have strong autumn collections this year, and I’ve been impressed by everything from the knitwear to the coats to the boots. They are all go-tos for bread-and-butter winter staples, such as classic leather Chelsea boots, blazers and belted coats. These brands will reference and nod to trends, but only with subtle detailing, ensuring that nothing will date quickly. This autumn the trends they are tapping into include quilting, leather separates, chunky boots, knitted vests and fringe detailing. Of cour...
Wellies Have Been Given a High Fashion Makeover
Kate Moss made Wellington boots a ‘fashion’ item when she wore Hunters with her micro shorts to Glastonbury—they were a key part of her festival look, but also still served a practical purpose as she wore them to wade through thick mud. This year however wellies are being worn outside of the countryside, as several designers such as Prada and Loewe are backing rubber boots as an alternative to a leather Chelsea boot. This is the next stage in the chunky boot trend which has been gaining momentum over the past few seasons. Miuccia Prada showed wellies in soft pastel shades, such as pink and baby blue, with thick track soles, while Bottega Veneta created a more fitted Wellington boot in neon green and fluoro pink named the ‘puddle boot.’ Brands like Ganni and Loewe ha...
Sustainable Gift Ideas: The Best Eco-Friendly Fashion Gifts For the 2020 Festive Season
With the festive season close by, a thoughtful fashion gift can be a great way to spread some cheer. This time around, we’re choosing modern, creative, and sustainable presents that send a caring message to our loved ones. And for making your gift hunting easier, we found 23 of the most coveted fashion items for that stylish person in your life. Our eco fashion gift guide includes beautiful knitwear, cosy loungewear sets, timeless jewellery, statement accessories, and seasonless footwear that will stand the test of time. We’ve kept in mind that sustainable gifts can sometimes be a bit spenny and you might not always want to splurge on Christmas presents, so while we’ve included luxe choices like Brother Vellies pyramid heel boots and a Marine Serre crescent moon jumper, t...
This Is the Beauty Advent Calendar Every Editor Wants to Get Their Hands On
Now, when it comes to beauty advent calendars, you fall into one of two camps—either you prefer to keep the contents of each drawer a complete surprise, or you insist on knowing exactly what to expect to find inside before you buy. Should you identify with the latter, you’ll be pleased to hear we’ve procured the full list below. A word of caution, however; once you see exactly what the £215 Liberty beauty advent calendar will get you, you’ll struggle to find an excuse not to treat yourself (or a very lucky someone) to it. – Diptyque Baies Mini Scented Candle 70g (Full Size)– Venn Age-reversing All In One Concentrate 20ml– Sol De Janeiro Brazilian Bum Bum Cream 50ml– Malin+Goetz Meadowfoam Balm 30ml – Noble Isle Fireside Body Lotion 50ml & Fireside Sho...
Chanel Bags 101: All You Need to Know About the Iconic Accessory
There are few brands that rival Chanel when it comes to buying an investment handbag. The classic flap bags are not just a timeless wardrobe staple, they also increase in value over time. However, once you’ve made the decision to buy it how do you know which one is for you? From the high price tag to the sheer number of Chanel bags available, the decision can be daunting enough to make even Choupette’s hairs stand on end. And as the French fashion house brings out new iterations of the classics, as well as exciting one-off pieces, it just makes us want to own one even more. Of course, most would probably say they’d like to buy the classic Chanel 2.55 flap bag. The iconic piece was first created by Coco Chanel herself when she got fed up of carrying her bag in her arms. To fr...
