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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
If you live near a Zara store, consider yourself lucky. The closest brick-and-mortar location to where I live is hours away. On the plus side, I’m not a fan of trying things on in dressing rooms. I’d much rather do that in the comfort of my own home. Speaking of, I’ve been dying to try some pieces from Zara’s spring collection after seeing how luxe they look, so I did. Below are my reviews and IRL photos of seven trend-forward and expensive-looking items (or sets) as well as two pairs of shoes that I doubt will stay in stock for long. Get my candid thoughts, and shop them all 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 giving you back power. Get to meet Beau...
Baserange, for those of you who don’t know it, is an Australian brand that centres on the kind of top-quality basics your wardrobe is probably always missing. The line started as underwear and has since expanded into ready-to-wear, offering both brilliant, über-minimal lingerie and lounge pieces as well as now swim, dresses, jumpsuits and more. Sometimes, less really is more, and this has been proven by the crazy popularity of one unassuming dress in a circle of discerning fashion types. I, for one, have added the new cream version to my spring Net-a-Porter wish list, and I cannot wait to wear it with flat chunky sandals and gold jewellery all summer. Keep scrolling to shop the piece for yourself. You Deserve to Make Money Even When you are looking for Date...
Unlike your traditional primer, the Kjaer Weis’ ‘The Beautiful Primer’ not only preps the skin for makeup application—creating a silky smooth, glowing canvas—it also functions as a hydrating serum. Formulated with a blend of nourishing and firming botanicals, including Lavender Water, Marshmallow Root and Oat extracts and Cold-Pressed Olive Oil, which work together to cool, calm and inject the skin with a boost of hydration. With added vitamin E for barrier protection and acmella extract, which has a Botox-like firming effect on the skin. So this is not only just a primer, it works beyond the surface level for long term skincare benefits, supplementing the skin with nourishment and building firmness. And it doesn’t stop there, the star ingredient is sustainabl...