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The Autumn Trends Our Editors Are Already Excited About Wearing
“Long shorts are the trend I’m keen on trying and, in particular, those faux- or real-leather ones. I honestly never thought I’d say it, as I was very averse to the cycling shorts trend despite how good Kim K. looked in them. But these shorts are looser and somehow that makes me want to try them (probably because they’re not so revealing). I’ve already seen them on so many people of so many different heights and sizes. Every time I see them, I think they look good no matter what. I’d probably wear them with a pair of sandals and a cute blouse to make it less surfer and chicer.” 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 Beauti...
Gigi Hadid Just Made Birkenstocks Look So Fresh With This Simple Outfit Idea
Gigi Hadid’s laid-back style and Birkenstocks go hand in hand, so it wasn’t surprising to see her wearing them the other day in New York. They’re the ultimate throw-on-and-go summer shoes (spoken by someone who does so nearly every day). But they’re not the freshest shoes on the market, which is more than okay. That said, Hadid made them look fresh with her impeccable yet effortless outfit. On a hot summer day (which is every August day in NYC), Hadid paired her brown suede Arizona Birkenstocks with loose ripped jeans, a swimsuit (!) from her collection with Frankies Bikinis, and an oversize raffia Prada bag. I don’t know about you, but I fully plan on wearing baggy jeans, a swimsuit, and Birkenstocks this weekend, and I’ll have ...
Manolo Blahniks Are An Investment You’ll Never Regret— These Are the Best Pairs
When Anna Wintour, someone who could literally choose any shoes in the world, opts to wear the same pair every day, you take note. For the Vogue editor in chief, it’s Manolo Blahnik or nothing, and she’s famously been quoted saying she “just doesn’t even look” at other brands in the 2017 documentary about the designer’s life. Clearly she’s onto something, and Anna is not alone in her devotion to Manolos. From Diana to Kate, Meghan to Carrie (Bradshaw, of course)—the designer’s beautiful footwear has graced the feet of so many of the world’s most stylish and elegant women. This fanbase is not just a result of them looking so fabulous (that too)— but it’s also because slipping one on genuinely feels like a Cinderella moment. Manolo designs...
The Only Beauty Products You Need for a “Messy French-Girl” Look
As far as TikTok goes, there seems to be a new trending aesthetic every month. Soft girl, cottagecore, clean girl… the list goes on, but I’m not complaining. Although no doubt fuelled by Gen-Z, these trends tend to transcend age and location and there’s a way to tap into any trend and mould it into your own take. Plus, there are so many that really, you’re bound to come across one that suits your soul. One trend that I never thought I would be interested in though was the messy French-girl aesthetic. I’m not a fan of anything too contrived and the idea of emulating this felt a bit cringe to me. But then I got stuck on the messy French girl aesthetic algorithm and quickly realised that like with most Francophile trends, it’s more about the vibe then emulating a specific look itself. If...
12 Glowy Makeup Looks That Ooze Health and Wealth—You’re Welcome
When a fellow editor friend of mine messaged me a few weeks ago in a panic over her upcoming wedding makeup trial, I felt like I was at a bit of a loss over what to say to her. “I just want something natural-looking, fresh and glowy—what products do I need for that?” she asked. While I know exactly the sorts of products I would turn to for such a look, I’m no makeup artist and have no idea how certain formulas work with her skin. Typically, I’m full of makeup recommendations for those who want to emulate a soft, glowing makeup look, but when it comes to someone’s wedding day, I don’t want to be held responsible for any wrong decisions. To dodge the issue entirely, I told her to scroll the Instagram pages of some ce...
Trust Me—These Are the Best SPFs for Dark Skin
Everyone has a complicated relationship with SPF, right? Some formulas feel way too heavy and leave a white cast. Add skin tone in to the mix, and you’re unlocking a whole new level of complexity. The majority of facial SPFs can leave a ghostly white tint when applied to darker skin tones. However, I have searched high and low for the best SPFs for darker skin tones, and things are looking up. No more white casts; hello, gorgeous, gorgeous glowing skin. Enter a new wave of SPFs that are lightweight, absorb like a dream into the skin and even have added skincare benefits. Best of all, they are all totally or near invisible. Since there is no getting out of using SPF daily, come rain or shine, the new generation of upgraded formulas make using SPF a lot easier for everyone re...
Gucci’s “Princess” Slingbacks Are the It Shoes of the Season
I have a pretty big thing for shoes. A fashion editor who loves shoes? Go figure! But out of all the items you can decorate your wardrobe with, shoes are the piece that I find the hardest to resist. Sizing is seldom an issue with shoes, and 11 years into my career, I’m still impressed by how the simple switch of a shoe can completely reimagine an outfit. As such, I’m always open to adding new shoes to my wardrobe. The pair I currently have my eye on? Gucci’s crystal slingbacks. Is your interest piqued? It should be. I first saw Gucci’s crystal slingbacks last winter—its GG logo applied delicately to mesh in teeny rhinestones. Although they’re the perfect shoes for parties and weddings, at the time, my social calendar didn’t call for them. So I archived the shoes in the back of my mind...
10 Easy Wardrobe Staples French Women Wear on Repeat
There’s an intrinsic ease to French style that makes it so aspirational. With Paris being the home of many of the most iconic fashion brands and strict regulations on what is considered Haute Couture, fashion is in the country’s DNA. As a result, many believe French people embody a sense of style that is seemingly effortless yet always on-trend. They rely on classic pieces with modern design details as well as great tailoring. Re-creating this can seem like an unattainable feat, but with these 10 wardrobe staples, it’s easier than you think. When I lived in France, I was desperate to assimilate—not just by learning the language, sipping wine and getting photos of my morning croissants but also by emula...
All the Most-Wanted Prada Pieces Have This One Thing in Common
I’ve wanted a Prada Nylon backpack ever since watching the film 10 Things I Hate About You back in 1999. Fellow fans of the rom-com will no doubt remember the famous line, “I like my Skechers, but I love my Prada backpack,” just as well as I do. But teen romance aside, this quip has come to represent in my mind just how iconic Prada’s Nylon rucksack was, and still is, in the lexicon of modern fashion. In fact, the practical, utilitarian fabric has gone on to become one of the luxury label’s most recognisable codes across more than just handbags—despite it being the opposite of everything you might expect from a glamorous Italian design house. Miuccia Prada herself introduced it in 1979 in a bid to change the trajectory of the label and inject some modernity when she took over the hel...
French Haircuts British Girls Are Asking for Right Now
In my job as a beauty editor, I speak to hairstylists on the daily to find out what hair trends are big news. And hairdressers and salons always deliver the best insights, whether it be autumn/winter hair colour trends that we need to know about or the trending haircuts the the fashion set is booking in for. While we might see hair trends crop up on social channels like Instagram and TikTok, they’re not always reflective of the hairstyles that are really trending. Busy salons, however, see first-hand the haircuts and colours that people are booking in for. What’s more, choosing a new haircut can be an overwhelming task. You might want something low-maintenance, or maybe you’re looking for some short-haircut inspiration. So I asked some of the...
This “Dated” Flat-Shoe Trend Just Made a Comeback—Here’s How to Wear It
I thought it was for good and came to terms with my ballet-flat era being over. That was until the last year or so when I’ve started to notice the “dated” shoe trend creeping back into the wardrobes of some of the most stylish celebrities and fashion people I know. More and more these days, I’m seeing ballet flats in outfits I really want to copy. Of course, a lot of this is down to the resurgence of the classic Chanel pump, which, timeless though it is, is certainly having more of a moment now than it has done for years. And while Londoners used to be my ballet-flat muses, now I’m mostly looking across the pond to French girls and their classic, elevated take on how to wear the shoe style—Chanel or not. Are you with me? If so, then you’ll want to keep scrol...
I’m Fussy When It Comes to Bras—Here Are 8 Brands That Look as Good as They Feel
Finding lingerie that fits so well, you barely know you’re wearing it, is what all of us wish for. But much like finding the perfect-fit jeans, the search for a great bra can be a tricky task. With so many gorgeous styles out there now, though, we no longer have to just rely on basic (but very comfy) T-shirt bras and styles that become ugly as soon as they reach cup sizes DD and upwards. Instead, there are so many amazing brands creating comfy and pretty bras for every body. And we wanted to tell you about the ones we go to for certain styles. 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 process. Earn r...
