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Florence Pugh Gives Barbiecore a Festival Makeover in Sheer Jumpsuit and Flower Crown
There’s no doubt about it, Barbiecore has taken over this season. Just when we thought we’d seen all iterations of the fuchsia-pink style, Florence Pugh took the trend to a new level as she danced and sang at Wilderness Festival last weekend. Wearing a sheer magenta jumpsuit with a keyhole neckline and a diamanté heart at the halterneck over a pastel-pink bikini, Pugh gave Barbiecore a summer-festival makeover. Posting snaps on Saturday 13 Aug., Pugh captioned the joyful photos by writing: “Grab your friend, grab a field, frolic in pink and sing stupid silliness. And also put a shitload of flowers in your hair like Dani did.” Fans were quick to make the link between the caption and one of Pugh’s most iconic roles. The 26-year-old played the character of Dani i...
5 Leather-Jacket Styles That Will Never Get Old
The best leather jackets can be found in many places. They are the ultimate jacket for looking super cool when you need to take your outfit from zero to 100. Not only does such a key piece journey with you, looking good no matter what the trend climate may dictate, but the right one will also get better with age. Remember that the best leather jackets get softer, but they retain their shape. (Although, leather does stretch a little after the first few wears, so buy a snug size if you want a close fit.) Naturally, finding The One is hard—it’s a commitment. We’ve edited the current options with a ferocious, hard-to-please eye, bringing you the greatest leather jackets you can buy right now, which makes for fortuitous timing, seeing as they were a big deal on the A/W 22 ...
Rachel Stevens Has Created the Perfect 9-Piece Autumn Capsule
When scrolling through Rachel Steven‘s Instagram you’ll find her style is defined by three key themes: wearable, timeless and minimalist. As much as I love to scroll through the aspirational outfits of many celebs, what makes Rachel’s Instagram feature all over my saved folder is that every look can be easily recreated, and on a budget if needed. During my deep-dive into the past few years of outfit inspirations, it was clear to see that Rachel’s looks rely on a select few items when autumn comes around, creating the ultimate capsule wardrobe. These great basics can be layered over each other, and mixed into various outfit formulas to make the most of your money and closet space. Win-win. You Deserve to Make Money Even When you are loo...
You Won’t Believe These 30 Hard-Working Dresses Are All Under £100
Ah, dresses. Nothing else holds quite the same special place in our wardrobes, does it? An easy all-in-one outfit that can instantly make you feel put-together. Whether you’re a minimalist who favours monochrome slips and ribbed knit dresses or a maximalist who lives in bold, printed milkmaid dresses, there’s a place in every wardrobe for this pretty staple. The best thing about dresses, though, just might be that you can bag yourself a really great one without having to dig too deep into your purse. Across the high street, second-hand and independent brands, you can find so many beautiful styles for under £100, which couldn’t be better for this time of year when your wardrobe may feel like it needs a refresh as we near the end of summer, but you’re still trying to stick to ...
These 13 Perfumes Will Make You Smell Like a Chic Parisian
As a beauty editor with an affinity for all things scented, I am a strong believer that perfume is not something defined by notes but rather personality. I identify perfumes by the feelings they evoke. It might sound a little odd, but before I settle on a new fragrance I consider what sort of a person the perfume might be and what sort of person I can imagine wearing it. To me, fragrance is a form of escapism that helps to better how I feel about myself on any given day. Over the years, I have experimented with a whole range of fragrance personalities. During the winter months, for example, when I need a boost I often find myself reaching for what I like to call, offence-on-the-senses scents—ones that smell sumptuously deep, warm, and strong, evoking ...
Trust Me, These Mid-Length Styles Look Incredible With Thick Hair
In my humble opinion, mid-length hair is the most versatile hair length. You can do absolutely any style with no strands left behind, unless of course you are leaving out tendrils on purpose. I also happen to think that thick hair is the most versatile texture— but this is without doubt with the bias of having naturally super-thick hair myself. So, the combo of both is kind of spectacular in my eyes. Do not get me wrong, I have spent years cursing the fact that my hair has broken multiple stylists’ combs and takes a long time to straighten, but now with acceptance I know it also means that there aren’t many problems with any style I attempt. I do find that I get stuck in a real rut when thinking of styles though. On lazy weeks I just rotate two; down and un-s...
My Friends Hate This Shoe Trend, But I Wear It All the Time
Socks and sandals aren’t really one of those combos you can quietly dip your toe into. You’re either committing to it or you’re not—you can’t just wear it a bit like a sheer sleeve on a blouse or a touch of leopard print on a bag. It’s quite the divisive dressing choice. I happen to wear this combination often, most frequently a pair of Alexa Chung x JuJu’s Embellished Jelly sandals and a ribbed-knit sock, and my friends hate it because they say it looks “ugly” and like I’ve “just thrown on the first shoes at the front door.” I have to insist that it really is fashion, despite the eye rolls I get in return. You Deserve to Make Money Even When you are looking for Dates Online. So we reimagined what a dating sho...
I’m Sad Too, But These 9 Autumn Trends Are Officially on Their Way Out
As much as I’d like to keep every single item I’ve ever owned for the rest of my days, my life in New York City simply doesn’t allow for it. I have, at best, 500 square feet to work with, and while clothes, shoes, and bags take up 99% of my thoughts every day, I don’t particularly want them to own that much space in my apartment too. So, to compensate, I have to cycle out my wardrobe—minus basics, of course—a lot. And with fall fast approaching, I’m gearing up for yet another refresh. Luckily, this autumn’s trend selection is shockingly good, so coming up with pieces to get rid of in order to make room for it wasn’t all that difficult. But still, waving goodbye to trends that have served you well for months or even years is...
Beauty Editors Don’t Want Me to Tell You About Their Secret Serum—But Here It Is
If I were to count on my hands the number of beauty editors I know (myself included) who rely on Marshall’s expert help, I’d run out of hands. Her no-BS approach to skincare is truly what keeps us going back. Let me first start by saying the Marshall spends all day every day working with skin; she sees people’s concerns and puts them on skincare routines that truly really make a difference. Marshall spends a long time trying to get to grips with your complexion, your lifestyle and, importantly, your skincare routine. Second, one of her biggest attributes is that she isn’t affiliated with any brands (finding experts who aren’t is very difficult), meaning she’s not going to flog you product just because she’s paid to. Above all, though...
8 French Outfits We Plan on Re-Creating for Autumn
There’s no doubt about it: French fashion types know how to do autumn style. Yes, here in the UK, we’re no strangers to the odd layering trick or two. However, Gallic girls have managed to perfect the art of staying warm without being encumbered by lumpy layers. For influencers such as Slip Into Style’s Ellie and Anne Laure Mais, knitwear is key, and luckily, this season has plenty to offer in this area with everything from skirts to dresses and, of course, sweaters, rendered in fine knit. We’re also seeing some excellent accessory action from the Parisians, with chunky knee boots proving to be the footwear of note this autumn. Scroll down to see the French-girl autumn outfits we can’t get enough of this year. Plus, shop any pieces you...
I Have Wide Feet, So I Always Avoid These Shoe Styles
You may not suffer with the same flat footedness, but if you landed on this article, it’s highly likely you do have wide feet and feel under-served by the current wide-fit options available—many of which appear to be quite cheap-looking (what is it with fake patent leather and wide-fit shoes?) or completely outmoded. I will feature some of the stronger options below, but I’m also here to give some pointers on general silhouettes, trends and finishes to look out for. Some are very obvious like pointed toes are an instant red flag and I’m sure that even people with slimmer feet struggle with a pointed-toe style with a very high heel—the pressure this puts on your toes is not worth any amount of trending credentials, in my opinion. We only get one pair of feet and they carry us through life, ...
I’m a 54-Year-Old Stylist, and I Think These Accessories Will Enhance Your Look
A solid look is often not complete without the perfect accessories. While everyone certainly defines “perfect” differently based on personal style, Roz Kaur thinks a few key accessories can really help take a wardrobe to the next level. You may be already familiar with Kaur, the 54-year-old stylist who has an Instagram feed filled with some of the most inspiring looks. Age clearly has nothing to do with what you should or shouldn’t wear, but her more experienced fashion point of view is just always so intriguing. On that note, she recently shared with us the items in her wardrobe that she truly cherishes and offered her insights on those extra details that she thinks will add even more style to your look. Below, you’ll uncover more intel from Kaur on ...
