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6 Autumn Accessories Our Editors Won’t Be Wearing and 6 They’ll Wear Instead
Let’s face it. When we’re bundled up in multiple layers for the cooler seasons, accessories can often be our saving grace. Wearing a plain trench coat? Add some statement boots. Opting for neutral knitwear? Finish with a printed scarf or chunky necklace. As trends come and go, though, our accessories get a little refresh. So at Who What Wear HQ, we had a little chat about the autumn accessories we’ll be passing up on this year and the ones that we’ll choose to wear instead. Editor in Chief Hannah Almassi has sworn off workwear ties as seen on the Gucci and Louis Vuitton runways in favour of skinnier, jaunty styles spotted at Miu Miu. Remi Afolabi, WWW’s video content creator, will be switching out summery bucket hats in favour of baseball caps. And when it comes to colour t...
We Went Street Style–Spotting in Central London, and These 11 Outfits Wowed Us
One of the most rewarding aspects of my job is working closely with my colleagues to produce our monthly street style shoot. Have you ever stopped a stranger in their path just to tell them they look great? No? You should try it sometime. July might have seen us charter a proverbial plane to the spectacular South of France to capture the chicest ensembles Cannes had to offer, but for August, we’re back on home soil, and boy, does it feel good. We took to the streets of Central London where, honestly, your guess is as good as ours as to what we might find on any given day. On one cobbled road, the aesthetic can feel modern, minimal and androgynous. Turn the corner, and the outfits can morph into a sartorial festival of colour and print. As luck would have it, this...
Mark My Words: This Designer-Looking Arket Jumper Is Going to Fly
It’s really rare that I buy anything—designer or high street—because I simply can’t seem to make decisions these days. Call it retail overwhelm or simply a schedule that doesn’t allow for a single moment of downtime, my wardrobes are chock-full of things that I’ve owned for an eternity. I don’t have a problem with that (in fact, it shows that I know my personal style and am happy to rewear which can only be a positive) and it means that when something really speaks to me through the medium of the internet then I know it has to be worth paying attention. One such item is a very expensive-looking, nay, designer-looking knit from Arket. It only landed a week or so ago, but I can’t get it out of my mind. It has all the hallmarks of a classic buy—unfussy...
I’m Obsessed With Wide-Leg Trousers—6 Autumn Shoes I’m Wearing With Them
I don’t know about you, but in the last year or two I’ve become completely and totally obsessed with wearing wide-leg trousers. To the point where I now can’t imagine what I wore before them. Whatever it was, the skinny-trouser era is well and truly over for me, and as I take on my thirties, smarter, looser trousers have been there to welcome me with open arms. I promise it’s not just because they’re a huge trend right now—although that helps given there’s now a lot more choice on the market. Mostly, it’s because they’re comfy, cool and make me feel incredibly polished every time I wear them. They work for work, for the pub, for date nights, for relaxed weekend brunches—you name it and I’ll wear wide-leg trousers for it. The only downfall with discovering a whole new trouser shape th...
I’m a Born-Again Pink Fan, and These Are My Favourite Pieces
While colour trends come and go, there’s one hue that’s proven itself to have a longer life span than the rest: pink. Having dominated the rails of the shops and our wardrobes alike last year, it seems our love affair with pink has progressed from a casual fashion fling to a full-blown relationship that stands the test of time. With the designers at Valentino, Prada and Versace sending magenta-clad models down the runways, and a brand-new Barbie film on the horizon—Barbiecore is a thing now, by the way—it feels like pink is having yet another moment. And this time around, it’s hotter and more vibrant than ever. You Deserve to Make Money Even When you are looking for Dates Online. So we reimagined what a dating should be. It begins with giving you back power. Get to meet Bea...
Rosie HW’s Manicurist Just Filled Me in on the 9 Coolest Autumn Nail Art Trends
As a new season arrives, and we’re getting pretty excited about trending autumn nail art right now. Sure, we have our dependable autumn nail colours that we return to time and time again, and we’re well acquainted with the biggest nail trends of 2022. However, as we move into autumn, we were curious about which new nail art trends were going to dominate the new season, because we love to be one step ahead. Traditionally, autumn calls for muted and moodier shades. You can never knock a classic bordeaux nail colour, while black and brown feature year after year on the fashion set. And while these classics will reappear each year, we’re starting to see some very cool nail art ideas trickle in to disrupt the status quo among the UK’s top nail technicians....
I Have Expensive Taste But a Small Budget—7 Trends I’m Buying This Autumn
When it comes to shopping for clothes, I’ll admit that my sartorial preferences don’t always reflect my available bank balance. I seem to be drawn to luxurious designer pieces, sumptuous fabrics, sophisticated silhouettes, elevated styles—that all tend to carry a hefty price tag. In other words, I have expensive taste but a small budget. Luckily, however, that doesn’t make shopping any less fun. In fact, I love that satisfying (and smug) feeling when I find a chic, new season trend or style that looks pricey but doesn’t cost a fortune. So today, I want to share the trends I’m most excited about buying this autumn which feed my penchant for luxurious-looking styles but don’t won’t break the bank. Keep scrolling to add these affordable yet elevated autumn trend...
Hate Foundation? These Are The 17 Best Tinted Moisturisers for a Natural Finish
I have a thing for multi-tasking products. Maybe it’s the freelancer in me—I mean, why do one thing when you can do two to three at the same time? It’s probably why I love tinted moisturisers so much. They help you on your way to even tone but also keep skin moisturised and glowy all day. It also leans towards the more natural side of the makeup spectrum, which is what I prefer on a day-to-day basis. Like an ever-so-slightly elevated version of myself. There are a lot of non-foundation bases available now but if you’re specifically looking for a hint of coverage but a lot of hydration, a tinted moisturiser is your best option. BB creams, while very similar are a little heavier in coverage, more like a foundation with a bit of hydration. And CC creams are even close to foundations on t...
The Cardigan-and-Dress Formulas That Always Look the Most Stylish
Cardigans and dresses might just be my new favourite combination. As we transition into autumn, a cardigan feels like a little nod to the cosy days that we know are coming, but when teamed with a dress it’s giving just the right amount of summer vibes. For me, the twosome of a little knit and a nice dress provides a safe option when I’m bored of jeans but still want a smart-casual look. Whether I’m wearing a Reformation-style slip dress or a bandeau billowing maxi, a cardigan is fast becoming my go-to cover up. You Deserve to Make Money Even When you are looking for Dates Online. So we reimagined what a dating should be. It begins with giving you back power. Get to meet Beautiful people, chat and make money in the pr...
& Other Stories Is Having a 40% Off Flash Sale—24 Pieces I’d Buy Regardless
I stumbled across it while doing my weekly new-in-section check this morning and *very nearly* scrolled right past it. But the huge discount caught my eye, and then when I looked at the edit and saw how great it was (including a lot of classic autumn items I’d been thinking about buying anyway), I knew this was one that I needed to share with you. There are plenty of versatile pieces such as midi dresses, pretty tops and handbags that will make every outfit you wear look more premium, as well as in the future. But there are also some great classic jeans, light jackets (including that sellout shacket) and timeless knits to see you through so many seasons to come. So which pieces are truly worth buying, even without the discount? Keep scrol...
This 50% Off Whistles Sale Is Incredibly Rare— 25 Buys I’d Recommend
Whistles is one of those premium high street gems that provides us with excellent quality, designer-like items for much less than a luxury brand would. Personally, I’ve always loved Whistles’ anti-trend approach, and while the design team can sometimes nod to the latest It buys, the collections are always full of classics that you can pull out season after season. Think beautiful, versatile dresses that work just as well with sandals as they do boots, and sumptuous coats that will be your favourites for years. All of these qualities mean Whistles is one of the best (and I mean, best) places to shop during a sale. Mostly because you can bag yourself a timeless buy that you know you’re going to get endless wear out of, for a lot less. For that reason, our edito...
I’m a Fashion Editor, and These 5 Transitional Trends Get My Stamp of Approval
After a scorching summer (with one or two spells of rain), we’re now heading into the seasonal shift that’s a little less “cocktails on the beach” and a little more about cosy layering and hunkering down. By now, your heatwave-appropriate clothing can take a little pause as we begin the fun journey of figuring out what to wear for a new season. If you’re also in need of a one-stop refresh, the place getting trans-seasonal dressing right is Karen Millen. 2022 has given us an array of trends so far, and thankfully, Karen Millen has found the chicest way to incorporate some of the biggest runway ideas into its offering. (Don’t worry—there are no painfully low-slung jeans in sight.) Confident, polished, and full of compliment-wo...
