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We’re Over 50—Here’s What We’re Skipping and Buying to Enhance Our Autumn Looks
Janet Gunn and Melissa Meyers are fantastic style resources. For one, they’re both influencers who live in Los Angeles, and they’ve perfectly mastered that effortlessly chic vibe. They also happen to be over 50. And while age has absolutely nothing to do with what you should or shouldn’t wear, their experienced point of view, thanks to sartorial trial and error over the years, is often quite intriguing. So on that note, we’re always interested in learning about the items they’re adding and perhaps pausing on in their wardrobes to keep their wardribes feeling fresh. Yep, that’s what you’ll find below. If you keep scrolling, you’ll uncover the autumn trends both Gunn and Meyers are going to mix into their offerings this...
I Always Spot It Buys First—These 5 Knitwear Trends Will Be Everywhere
No matter how much I try to continue having bare legs and cling onto my warm weather wardrobe, the reality is that autumn is on its way and before I know it cosy knits and jeans will be my daily uniform once again. New season knitwear is always one of the first things to hit the shop floors first every September and right now, whether you’re heading out to shop IRL or are browsing online, jumpers and cardigans are available by the bucketload. Of course, like any influx, this doesn’t mean that everything on offer is decent and that’s where I come in to help you sift the top knitwear trends from the ones that fall, well, flat. Last winter we saw the rise in popularity of the striped, or Breton, knit. Aided by influencers curating their monochromatic grids, Am...
This New Perfume Brand Is Giving My Byredo Favourites a Run for Their Money
I am a total sucker for perfume. I know it, everyone who knows me knows it, and everyone who reads my reviews knows it, too. While this might sound like a totally normal statement for a beauty editor to make, in my case, things are particularly severe. I own nearly 100 bottles of the stuff. And while I don’t (and wouldn’t) wear all of them, I couldn’t possibly bring myself to part with a single one. You see, as someone who surrounds themselves with fragrance all day long, I appreciate great perfumes so much that, even when they don’t appeal to my personal tastes, I like to keep them and smell them from time to time. To me, a great perfume (whether it be citrusy, woody, or sweet) is one that evokes emotion. It might make you want to scrunch your face u...
People Say My Blue Eyes Are My Best Feature—10 Eye Shadows That Make Them Pop
“Any complementary colour on the color wheel is going to make your eye colour pop,” explains Greenberg. Blue’s complementary colour is orange, so she and Dempsey both recommend prioritizing eye shadows with warm or blue-based tones: ruby-rose, peach, apricot, coral, copper, bronze, and even something like a beige-pink shimmer. If warm eye shadows aren’t your vibe, Greenberg says the next best shades will be something similar to your actual eye colour, like blues or a light purple. Her fave tip? Do a little bit of both! “I love to use a complementary colour like coral on the lids and then line the eye with a blue eyeliner. It’s like a double trick to make the eyes pop. Or you can use blue mascara instead of blue eyeliner.” Dempsey is also a fan of enhanci...
I’m a 40-Year-Old Stylist, and This Is Where I Always Shop for My Clothes
When working as a stylist I love to find new brands and spot fresh trends, and it’s no different when it comes to shopping for my own wardrobe. Whether I’m shopping high end, scouring the rails for vintage treats at my favourite charity shop or out pounding the pavements on our good old British high street—I can spot a hero piece a mile off. I firmly believe you should wear what makes you feel good whatever your age, there really aren’t any rules when it comes to fashion. And as I’ve got older, I’ve become better at shopping for pieces that bring me joy, regardless of what others think— that’s less time spent chasing trends and more time chasing quality. I’ve never been much of...
I Just Built 5 Expensive-Looking Outfits, And They’re Are All From ASOS
As fashion editors, we’re often asked about how to curate the perfect wardrobe, and in truth, the answer is often the same: versatility. In an ideal world, your wardrobe should include some timeless, premium pieces mixed in among more affordable trend–led items (extra points for as many vintage and second-hand pieces you can rewear for good measure). Invariably it’s this mix of brands and price points that means your clothing will reflect your personality, and above all else, dressing in a way that is true to you is what makes fashion feel fun. That being said, I totally understand the appeal of building up a capsule wardrobe just one store. Firstly, it’s an effective use of your time (no-one wants to traipse around the s...
It’s Cardigan Season—Here are 8 Easy Outfits I’ll be Trying
The humble cardigan. Simultaneously an enduring staple and the sartorial equivalent of a hug, this knitted style comes in many forms. Whether cropped, wrap-around, embellished or patterned, cardigans are undoubtedly one of the most exciting items to bust out of storage and give pride of place in our autumn/winter wardrobes. But as with any basic, one can easily fall into the same old patterns and lean on a handful of outfit formulas. Personally, I like to button mine up most of the way and tuck it into a pair of relaxed-fit jeans. Or, if I’m wearing a midi dress, I treat it as a cosy layer to keep on hand for when I need it. Keen to broaden my knitwear horizons, I took to Instagram to absorb some fresh inspiration. From casual girl-about-t...
Petite? Looking for a Midi Dress? We Scoured the Internet to Find 20 of the Best
From talking to my friends who are under 5’3″, I’ve gathered that there’s often a compromise to be made in shopping for petite-friendly clothing. Either they’re forced to settle on an item that isn’t quite their style, or a trip to the tailor is a post-requisite (and extra cost). At 5’7″, I haven’t come up against this issue, exactly. Though I have taken home pieces that don’t fit me perfectly, I can only imagine the frustration of having this be a regular occurrence. Luckily, fashion is becoming increasingly inclusive both in terms of height options and with more extensive sizing ranges. While there’s still a way to go, the options have opened up for all kinds of body types, and nowadays, searching ...
From Alexa’s to SJP’s, These 9 Celeb Outfits Are Perfect for Copying This Autumn
For celebrities, it’s practically in the job description to dress to impress, be it at industry events or just heading out to pick up a pint of (probably almond) milk. It’s no doubt exhausting, but it seems that much like the rest of us, the A-list live for autumnal outfits. Lately we’ve seen our favourite famous dressers sporting gorgeous new coats, the sleekest of boots and luxe handbags—all of which are being accompanied by statement knitwear, heavyweight textures and elevated layering. Needless to say, we’ve been keeping close tabs on what the stars are wearing off the red carpet, and as expected, their ensembles do not disappoint. Among our favourites are Emily’s vinyl coat, Victoria’s heat-locking bodysuit, Rosie’s white boots and Alexa’s checked shacket, but there are ple...
86 Nail Art Ideas We’ve Saved for Our Next Trip to the Salon
From the often velvet-covered chairs to the glass bottles of beautiful colour lined neatly on marble-effect shelves, there are many things that make a visit to the salon a magical experience. And after salons were closed for the best part of a year over 2020 and 2021, this year, we intend on taking full advantage of our appointment with our nail technicians. How, you ask? By opting for some stunning nail art. Remember when nail art consisted of water-painted flowers and glittery dragons? Those were the days. However, after its short-lived moment in the early noughties, nail art really dropped off the grid for a little while. In stark contrast to the grandeur and excess of embellished talons and intricate patterns, for the last 10 years or so, nail trends and ...
An Expert Just Revealed The Best Skincare Routine For Your 20s
As soon as you hit your twenties, it’s constantly drilled into us that prevention is key. As we age, our skin develops and your skincare needs will also change and while not a bad thing, it’s always a good idea to stay on top of things, because you know your future self will be thanking you later. Anti-ageing is a huge buzzword in the beauty industry, but what does it actually mean? Anti-ageing skincare refers to skincare that specifically targets the signs of ageing, from fine lines to reduction in collagen levels. It can be overwhelming, with so much information and the rise of social media skin experts, how do we know what’s the correct way to go about skincare routines in our twenties? Do you really start using retinol in your twenties? What does an anti-ageing skincare look...
It’s Unanimous—These Are Officially the Best Red Lipsticks That Money Can Buy
Having said that, the glaring issue when it comes to red lipstick is that so many of us struggle to find the right one. If I had a pound for every time someone told me they don’t suit red lipstick, I’d be a very rich beauty editor. The truth is, however, there is a red out there for everyone—you just need to know what to look for. International pro makeup artist at Dior, Jamie Coombes, tells me that shopping for the perfect red comes down to two simple things: undertone and texture. The best way to find your skin’s undertone is to look at the colour of the veins on the back of your wrist. If the veins appear bluey-purple, your undertone is cool. If they appear bluey-green, you have a neutral undertone. Veins that present a more olivey sh...
