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25 New-In COS Pieces That I Can’t Stop Thinking About
One of the high-street brands our editors are most impressed by this summer is COS. Simple classics are the bread and butter of this brand that has built a loyal fan base for its minimalist basics, so it’s no surprise that the new-in section is filled with timeless separates that will go the distance within your wardrobe. COS doesn’t do fad trends, but that doesn’t mean the designs are boring either. This summer, the hero pieces have streamlined ’90s silhouettes and elevated details like gathered ruching (a huge 2022 catwalk trend) or an elegant neckline. The most appealing factor, though, is that COS pieces are always polished butt still comfortable, with plenty of throw-on appeal (think flowing fabrics, delicate straps and clever drap...
Kate Middleton Just Surprised Us in This Very Un-Royal Shorts-and-Trainers Look
Sure, Kate’s been known to sport a great dress, and understandably we’re often inspired by these stylish choices, but her recent penchant for shorts is a new aesthetic for the Duchess—one you could say feels comparatively “un-royal” when you consider her usual penchant for coat frocks. Regardless, one thing we can rely on is that any outfit that Kate wears, it’s usually comprised with easy to replicate elements that can be combined in various ways to create endless outfits. Take her latest look, the striped top is a wardrobe staple that often appears in our own capsule wardrobes and has a cool French-Girl feel. The tailored shorts are the simplest way to keep cool and still look put together whilst summer days continue. For work, a sleek pair of mules will ...
25 New-In COS Pieces That You Can Wear Far Beyond Summer
One of the high-street brands our editors are most impressed by this summer is COS. Simple classics are the bread and butter of this brand that has built a loyal fan base for its minimalist basics, so it’s no surprise that the new-in section is filled with timeless separates that will go the distance within your wardrobe. COS doesn’t do fad trends, but that doesn’t mean the designs are boring either. This summer, the hero pieces have streamlined ’90s silhouettes and elevated details like gathered ruching (a huge 2022 catwalk trend) or an elegant neckline. The most appealing factor, though, is that COS pieces are always polished yet still comfortable, with plenty of throw-on appeal (think flowing fabrics, delicate straps and clever drapi...
The 15 Best Affordable Handbag Brands to Shop Now
We spend a good amount of our time swooning over designer handbags, whether they’re Bottega Veneta, Chloé, Hermès, The Row or Chanel. While our arm-candy allowance isn’t quite what we’d like it to be, we never feel like we’re missing out because there are so many affordable handbag brands that are creating bags just as covetable as those with four-figure price tags. Still, the word “affordable” is hard to define. For one person, it might mean £30 spent on the high street. For another, it could mean an excellent charity-shop find that rings in at £5. And for some, it could mean a price as high as £350. But we think in order for a bag to be deemed affordable, it all comes down to how much you’ll...
9 French Women Just Showed Me How They Style Shorts
French women have a knack for elevating whatever they wear with their classic style principles—even a piece as polarising as shorts. Shorts are generally considered to be one of the more divisive items in fashion—I admittedly used to avoid wearing them, telling myself they wouldn’t “flatter” my petite and curvy statue. Thankfully, I’ve worked through this issue, and this summer, I’ve actually really enjoyed wearing shorts. Still, though, years spent avoiding them means I’m basically starting my short-styling journey from scratch. I decided I’d turn to some French women whom I regularly rely on for outfit inspiration to see how they style their shorts. What I found out was that shorts, in many guises, are an integral part of the French aesthetic. This shouldn’t come as a surprise—...
I Tried Hailey Bieber’s Favourite Hair Mask, and It Damn Well Works
K18 uses a patented peptide in their formula that can penetrate deep into the hair shaft and reconnect broken keratin bonds to make hair stronger and feel smoother. While a lot of masks and conditoners do help make your hair feel smooth, most will only work on the outer layers of the hair and some even use ingredients to mimic smoothness without actually fixing the problem. Have you ever used a mask that feels great but then you wash your hair and it feels super tangly and dry? That’s because the conditioner you used sat on top of your hair but isn’t actually repairing from the inside, usually due to the silicone or silicone-like ingredients in the formula. Which brings me to the first thing that’s a bit odd about this mask, you don’t condition before you apply it. You just shampoo, towel-...
The 15 Best Zara Perfumes That Should Be on Your Vanity
When it comes to Zara’s beauty section, you don’t want to sleep on the fragrances. I think you’ll be surprised at how many different perfumes the retailer has in stock. There’s a scent for just about any mood and occasion, from fresh florals to something woodsy to ones with a little bit of spice. The best news? In true Zara fashion, they are at an amazing price point. You can’t find a fragrance over £26 here. At that price, you could add a couple to your perfume collection to keep on rotation. Since the inventory is pretty extensive, we’ve tried to narrow it down for you and shared some of the best ones to buy below. You Deserve to Make Money Even When you are looking for Dates Online. So we reimagined what a dating should be. It begins with gi...
15 Skincare Products That Dermatologists Actually Use
The best thing about being a beauty editor is that I get the opportunity to speak with some of the world’s top beauty experts basically every single day. From celebrity makeup artists to Harley Street surgeons, I am forever picking the brains of experts in a bid to learn everything there is to know about beauty. And while picking up different makeup tips and tricks is wonderful, the one thing I am always most fascinated by is the sort of products skin experts swear by. There’s no doubt that shopping for skincare can be daunting and often frustrating, and not just because of the abundance of choice. All too often we are let down by miracle claims that don’t live up to their promises. And while most medical skin experts and dermatologists insist that if you have seri...
The 22 Best Colourful French-Manicure Ideas to Try Now
With summer well underway, I’ve noticed a shift in the types of manicures I’ve been spotting on Instagram lately. Sure neutral, clean-girl nails are still doing the rounds, but there has been a major resurgence of cute nail art and pastel hues. As someone that always has a saved folder that’s bursting with nail designs, I have to say that I’m thrilled with this shift to embrace colour and pattern during the warmer months. That being said, I’m well aware that checkerboard nails and rainbow manis aren’t for everyone, which is why I’m so excited about this emerging nail trend, which I think even nail-art cynics will adore: the colourful French-tip manicure. Embracing all of the fundamentals of the timeless French mani (glossy ...
11 Cheap Moisturisers That Feel So Expensive on the Skin
A good moisturiser is a skincare staple. Second only to a great cleanser, a moisturising cream is an important step in your routine to ensure you’re flooding your skin with hydration and vital antioxidants. Plus, a good one will act as the final step in protecting your skin against environmental aggressors during the day and will help your skin cells recharge and rejuvenate overnight. The problem with many moisturisers, however, is that they can be the most expensive element of a good skincare routine. Moisturisers often have clever active ingredients and luxe textures, so you can expect to pay a little more, but that doesn’t mean you should have to. There are now some seriously amazing dupes out there from more affordable brands, all of which offer high-quality products withou...
The 10 Most-Classic Designer Handbag Brands of Our Generation
Perhaps the most exclusive classic designer handbag brand on our list, Hermès is everlasting in its appeal thanks to its timeless design and, yes, it’s rarity. The sale of any new bag lies wholly with the sales teams’ discretion—there’s no guarantee you’ll be offered the colour, size, or even design you request, or if you’ll even be served that day. Don’t be disheartened if you aren’t—I know people who have been denied one day, only to return the next and leave with a Hermès in hand. Like Chanels, they also hold their value on the resale market, too. You’d be forgiven for assuming the Birkin would have made our prestigious list, but we think Kelly is Hermès’ unsung hero—as does Ghin. “The Hermès leather goods collection is exquisite in design and quality, but of all ...
And Now, the Best-Selling Chanel Nail Colours of All Time
Along with Chanel lipsticks, the Chanel nail polishes were my first taste of luxury makeup. For a few years in a row I would very obviously hint at a Chanel makeup gift for Christmas each time I’d walk past the counter with my mum and older sister and then feel buzzed when I spotted a Chanel paper bag under the tree. There is something extra special about Chanel nail colours too. All the classics are there like a perfect nude or iconic red, but you’ll find shades in the range that’ll surprise you like Arancio Vibrante a bright, zingy orange-y red and Sea Sea Green which evokes a feel of spring joy. Like a lot of people, I almost strictly do gel polish on my fingernails now just because of how hardy it is, but I still opt for regular polish on my toes and Chanel offers the mo...
