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We Went Street Style-Spotting in London, and These 10 Outfits Wowed Us
The skies are blue, and temperatures have even reached double figures; spring is here, and, my, are we ready for it! As editors, it’s our job to be one step ahead, not only of the trends but also the current sartorial climate. In the business of making sure you’re kept firmly in the know of all-things fashion, our minds are always fixated on the future and, indeed, what we’ll be wearing, be it in one month, two months, or six months. There are, however, some exceptions to this rule. One of them was the shock week of glorious weather we had recently, during which we just so happened to have our latest street style shoot planned for. We intended to head out to the streets of central London to see what you—yes, you—we’re wearing now that the first signs of sp...
Trust Me, Not All Razors Are Made Equal—These Are the Best for Silky-Smooth Skin
When lockdown hit in 2020 and I couldn’t get into a salon for my usual appointments, I returned to shaving. As first, I found it a nuisance. My legs were constantly rashy, irritated, dry and speckled with red inflammation. But with some serious spare time on my hands, I started to do some research into what makes for the ultimate shaving routine. I spoke to virtually every hair removal expert I know and asked them where I was going wrong. The feedback was unanimous: while a good pre-and-post-shave routine will help keep skin soft, the key to a quick, easy and successful shave is down to the razor you use. So, I decided to do some market research. Over the the course of the past two years, I have tried virtually every razor out there and have subsequently developed a list of the v...
Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck Are Engaged—See Her Massive Green Engagement Ring
It’s official: Bennifer 2.0 is here to stay because Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck just got engaged! In the marketing move of the century, J.Lo is making fans sign up for her website in order to see a new video of her gazing at a massive light-green ring—a shade that matches the iconic dress she wore to the 2003 Oscars while hand-in-hand with Ben (yes, I included that image below). J.Lo’s rep also confirmed the news to People. The couple was previously engaged back in 2002 before calling it off. “I have a really exciting and special story to share,” Lopez posted on Instagram before the big reveal. “So if you’re not part of my inner circle, you have to go to OnTheJLo.com to hear this one. I don’t know if you guys know what ...
These 23 Dresses Are Honestly the Easiest Things to Throw On in the Morning
We’re likely all asking ourselves the same question at the moment: What can I wear that’s as comfy as loungewear but looks like I’ve put a lot more effort in? And there’s no better or easier shortcut to reaching that goal than a great dress. “But it’s winter!” We hear you. But most of the 23 dresses on our list below are cold-weather appropriate or can be with the simple addition of a roll-neck, a pair of chunky boots and maybe some opaques while there’s still a chill in the air. Come spring, you can toss these layers aside dramatically (or store them away neatly) at the first sight of sunshine. It’s a win-win. Plus, many dresses are inherently comfy, and we’ve made sure the below styles definitely are. So why the heck not chuck o...
Katie Holmes’ Outfits Revolve Around These 9 Spring Basics
For most of us, spring is about sensible investments for the warmer months, such as a new pair of sandals or a throw-it-all-in tote bag. Items need to be about quality and reliability, and so this means many of us tend to lean on classics that you can wear for decades. Katie Holmes is the best example of the benefits of assembling a timeless spring capsule wardrobe; whenever we clock her out and about in New York City, she reliably sticks to an arsenal of simple but elevated items—the very sort we’d like to populate our wardrobes with. She has quite a minimal aesthetic when it comes to dressing and sticks to a neutral colour palette with camel, white, creams and navy, with the odd pop of colour. All in all, her looks make for a very chic capsule, which we’ve...
I’m a Stylist With Classic Taste— Here’s Everything I Wore This Week
The good thing about my line of work is that I always have a few tips and tricks up my sleeve for times like these. My personal style (and the style I usually lean towards with my clients) is very classic and I’d say mostly minimalist, so when I’m a little lost for inspiration I usually end up turning to my capsule wardrobe of elevated staples that I know will not only look polished together but also make me feel confident whatever my day holds. Since most of us are probably struggling to know what to wear right now, I thought I’d keep a record of the outfits I ended up wearing this week in case it might be helpful to provide daily inspiration. Keep scrolling and you’ll see my seven latest outfits; featuring my current addiction to wide-leg trousers, my new Birkenstock...
My Secret to Finding the Most Expensive-Looking M&S Pieces
When I was a toddler, I screamed every time my mum would turn my pram in the direction of our local M&S. In hindsight, I now understand that this is because she spent inordinate amounts of time browsing the rails while I became increasingly restless. But my, how times have changed, and I totally get how my mum could quite happily spend what felt like an eternity in M&S, mainly because that’s something I like to do now that I’m a grown-up (gulp). Honestly, I can come up with just about any excuse to hit up Marks & Spencer: “I need new bras,” or, “I’m all out of milk,” or, “I’ve reached the end of the wick in my last Apothecary candle.” Truly, there’s no place I’d rather spend an hour or two working my way th...
I Tried On So Many Reformation Wedding-Guest Dresses to Find the 7 Best
Luckily rental is such an easy, sustainable option these days and I’ll definitely be turning to the likes of Hurr, Rotaro and My Wardrobe more than once. Personally, though, I’m a fan of investing in one great dress that makes me feel amazing and wearing it to as many different events as I can for years to come. Reformation is one of the brands I (and most of the industry) turn to most when shopping for versatile, quality pieces like this, and wedding-guest dresses are their MO. It’s not only a sustainably-focused brand itself, but the dresses are timeless, flattering and perfect for (cliché incoming) dressing up or down. From weddings to summer barbecues to pub gardens and big birthdays, there’s always something in their huge offering that works for all of the above, and the great part is...
I Always Shop These 6 Items for Spring, and They’re All From the Same Site
With some of my all-time favourite designers, including Ganni, Rejina Pyo and Vince, all under one virtual roof, it’s easy to search for the brands that I love (and actually wear) at The Outnet. And when it comes to spring, the site is a go-to for certain pieces I can integrate into my existing wardrobe. It has hundreds of designers at a discount, which makes it even easier to shop for good-quality, investment items to love for a long time. So while I’ll be following some trends (hello, bright pink and cut-outs), I’ll be sticking to these six key styles—including blazers, co-ords and flat sandals—at The Outnet to complete my new-season looks. You Deserve to Make Money Even When you are looking for Dates Online. So we reimagined what a dating should be. It begins with...
20 High-Street Fisherman Sandals That Come With an Editor’s Approval
Hands down, fisherman sandals are set to be the must-have shoes of the summer. The so-called ‘ugly’ multi-strap style, historically seen on, well, fisherman and probably your dad on a family holiday in the nineties, has been slowly infiltrating the fashion world for the past couple of years. Unsurprisingly, their desirable status was set off by The Row’s iteration and went on to be pioneered by the most stylish influencers. This year, though, you can’t possibly avoid them— on Instagram or in the shops— since they’ve very much trickled (or should I say gushed?) down to the high street, with basically every retailer coming up with their own version for 2022. You Deserve to Make Money Even When you are looking for Dates Online. So we reimagined what a dating should be. It begi...
The Under-£500 Gucci Buys We Can’t Stop Thinking About
Of course, dresses from the runway or a new-season Gucci bag will set you back thousands of pounds, but there are some more reasonably priced pieces you can invest in. The label is particularly good at creating It accessories that are instantly recognisable. Let’s take the Gucci belt, for example. Most people will be able to spot one from a mile off. And then there are the supersized shades adorned with the double G that, frankly, cannot be missed. And don’t even get us started on Gucci loafers. The fact is, a lot of these investment accessories are in the hundreds rather than thousands, so we’ve decided to find all the best under-£500 items that’ll instantly make any outfit look more expensive. There are even T-shirts, swimsuits, jeans and bags (pre-loved) you can shop fo...
I’m a Shopping Expert—12 Chic Co-Ords That Are So Easy to Throw On
When it comes to looking polished every single day, no one is quite as proficient as Jessica Skye. An influencer she may be, but she has the fashion clout to match, having held various roles within the industry before she found social media stardom. It’s this intrinsic knowledge and experience that sets Skye apart from her contemporaries (along with her imitable style, of course). With a penchant for pared-back staples and easy-to-wear outfits, all in a gloriously versatile colour palette, Skye creates perennially chic looks that aren’t try-hard—a potent combination we immediately want to re-create. Thankfully, each month, Skye will be sharing her new-season selects exclusively with you, rather pleasingly categorised by product type. You Deserve to Make Money Even When you are lookin...
