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What to Wear in 15-Degree Weather: Your 9-Piece Capsule
It’s official: Autumn is coming. Leaves will soon be turning delightful colours, and there’s pumpkin carving and even talk of party season approaching. However, there’s another important matter we have to address. Now that it’s getting colder, with temps hitting the low-to-mid teens, what do you wear in 15-degree weather? Luckily, we’ve sorted through some key pieces to have on standby to help answer that major question. Fifteen degrees might seem chilly, but it’s actually a pretty comfortable temperature—not too hot but not too cold. Still, this indeterminate forecast is difficult to dress for. Wear too thick a knit and you’ll feel flushed, but breezy, lightweight textures like linen might feel too cool...
If You Buy One Coat this Year, I’d Make It This One
Choosing a coat is hard. From late August, when the sun is still shining, new season styles start hitting stores and suddenly, even if you thought you knew what your wardrobe was missing, you can be all too easily overwhelmed with choice. From relaxed wool styles and traditional trench coats to smart tailored versions and more maximalist bright faux fur numbers, there’s a lot to decide between. If, however, you’re after something unique; something that says you know fashion; something so timeless it will truly last forever (and probably become one of those pieces your children think you’re really cool for owning), may I point you in the direction of Mango’s beautiful new leather coat. Yes, it’s high street(!), so although this real leather piece is still an invest...
Kate Middleton Still Shops at Zara – Here’s What She Always Buys From The Store
If you’re a regular reader of Who What Wear, you’re probably well acquainted with Kate Middleton‘s wardrobe. She dresses pretty classically, but occasionally she’ll surprise us with something a bit different (case in point: this shorts and trainers look). The list of the designers she often turns to is pretty definite: often Alexander McQueen and Jenny Packham and occasionally Erdem, Self-Portrait and Roksanda. But it’s not just the more expensive end of the spectrum she’s a fan of. She regularly wears high-street pieces from a range of brands, from Superga sneakers to & Other Stories dresses. But, and I’m going to put my stake in the ground here, her favourite store has to be Zara. For years she’s worn pieces from the high-street brand a...
Meghan Markle Just Wore the Colour Expert’s Agree Looks Good On Everyone
A few years ago I had my “colours done”, which involved various fabric swatches draped around my neck to show how they worked (or not) with my skin tone. Personally, I very much believe that if you like a colour you should wear it, as there’s really no rules in fashion—at least none that I encourage. Still, if you’re faced with a piece you love in various colours, where do you begin? It’s easy to stick to reliable base colours of black, white and grey, but for those looking to add more colour to their wardrobe, there’s one hue out there that suits all skin tones, and Meghan Markle has proved just how brilliant this colour is: primary red. Every few months we get a sighting of Meghan Markle and are reminded of just how stylish she is....
The Timeless Flat Shoe That We’ll All Be Wearing Again This Autumn
If the last few years have been good for anything, it’s the prolific rise of the flat shoe. During lockdowns, we suddenly had no use for heels—no offices, date nights or parties to wear them for. But that wasn’t going to stop us shoe-loving folk from getting our fix. We got creative, trying out as many working-from-home and park walking-appropriate shoes we could find. From Birkenstocks and brogues to shearling slippers and combat boots. Never before has there been such a demand for flats, and never before has the selection been so eclectic. Although we’re now back to some semblance of normality with plenty of excuses (none missed) to enjoy our joyful and rather impractical shoes once again. The place in our fashionable hearts...
Derms Say This Key Ingredient Reverses Skin Damage
If you do want to try the topical route, Aguilar says almost everyone can benefit from using vitamin E topically. “Vitamin E works well to assist with wound healing and scar maturation,” Parcells says. “It’s also helpful as an antioxidant and can be used alongside vitamin C to assist in repairing skin damage. It’s a great moisturiser and can be therapeutic in improving skin tone and elasticity.” Specific skin types that might benefit the most from vitamin E are those with chronically dry and inflamed skin, atopic dermatitis, and eczema, Rodney says. But check with your dermatologist first before using it to treat any chronic conditions. And while the ingredient can be helpful all-around, some people might experience some irritation, like superficial derm...
These Trending Autumn Haircuts Will Be Most Requested in Salons This Season
There’s something about this time of year that always makes me want to book into the salon for a hair change. Whether it’s choosing a new autumn hair colour trend or opting for a brand new haircut, the possibilities are endless at the hands of a hairdresser. I’ve always worn my hair long, but I’m really feeling a hairstyle change this season. My appointment for balayage is booked, and I’m also considering some face framing bottleneck bangs to switch things up a little. It’s fair to say that my Instagram Saved folder and Pinterest boards are filled with autumnal balayage and forever timeless bob haircuts. While I might not be brave to take the plunge just yet, I’m still totally obsessed with those shorter styles. However, if like me you...
Oversized Blazers Are Trending—As a Petite Woman, Here’s How I’d Wear One
While I genuinely believe that anyone can wear absolutely anything so long as they feel comfortable doing so, being petite does present its own unique set of dressing challenges. That doesn’t mean to say that anything is off-limits. Still, as a 5′ 3″ fashion editor, who has also helped countless other petite women to hone their aesthetics, I know that it’s not quite as easy for us to copy and paste every trend onto our frames—at least, not without a bit of extra consideration. Often, I’ll reach out to my petite followers on Instagram and ask them which trend or piece they could use some styling pointers on. Their latest request? Oversize blazers. Oversized blazers are one of my favourite items to wear—at least; they are now. When they first started t...
3 Affordable Changes That Interiors Experts Make to Elevate Their Homes
Who What Wear specialises in fashion trends, but our fascination in buying smart seasonal updates extends to our interiors too. As we’re packing away our summer dresses and sandals ready to embrace the cosiness of autumn, we’re thinking about how to refresh our homes as well as our wardrobes, and there’s plenty to get excited about. After spending a sunny summer in our gardens and making the most of a season spent al fresco, having more time indoors calls for an interiors revamp, but easily updating our homes shouldn’t have to cost the earth. Thankfully, we think we’ve found a few expert solutions to interiors fatigue, and it turns out, there are only a handful of small tweaks you can implement ...
Harry! Olivia! Florence! I’m Losing It Over the Don’t Worry Darling Premiere
I knew Styles would treat us to something spectacular, and he certainly held up his end of the bargain in a midnight blue, flared-trouser suit and cornflower pointed-collar shirt, accessorised with white shoes, retro sunglasses (all by Gucci, naturally), gold rings, and a pastel manicure. Pleasing indeed. Then, there’s fashion darling and, in my opinion, one of the A-list’s freshest dressers, Florence Pugh, who took the naked dress trend to the next level with her off-the-shoulder Valentino Haute Couture creation of tulle and sequins. A fellow petite girl, she has my full support in her choice of stacked platform, bow-adorned heels. Then, there’s the film’s director Olivia Wilde, whose flowing yellow Gucci gown was challenged in its beauty by only her diamond j...
Every Single One of Our Editors Just Bought This Chic £35 M&S Bag
Ah, the Great British high street—we’ve got a lot to thank it for. Between its affordability and sheer convenience, it’s become our primary way to shop, and when it comes to trends, we can always rely on it to deliver accessible takes on runway pieces. More often than not, scouring the stores can uncover hidden gems and turn unexpected pieces into overnight successes, and with a new season of clothes and accessories making their way into stores, there is plenty to be excited about for the season ahead. Marks and Spencer has had a particularly good run of transitional pieces and standout accessories in the last few months (who could forget those luxe-looking sandals), and we’ve found the latest piece in demand on the site, and it lo...
The 7 Boot Trends Everyone Is Eyeing Up for Autumn
Boot season used to be confined to the winter months, but not anymore. Fashion types have cemented boots as a year-round shoe staple, from cowboy boots to knee-highs worn with mini hemlines. Of course, this isn’t news to Brit girls—our changeable weather (even in the height of summer) means that we keep our boots within arm’s reach at all times. More brands than ever showcased boots in fresh and inspiring ways in their summer collections for 2022, and a lot of those themes have continued through to the autumn/winter collections as well. So as we start to look forward to the new season, we thought it would be a good idea to revisit our favourite 2022 boot trends, as witnessed on the runway. Some we’re already wearing, and some we can’t wait to wear more of when th...
