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I Went on an H&M Deep Dive—These 31 Under-£50 Items Are Winners
H&M is a go-to store for many out there—some of my best friends included. So when those in my inner circle ask for my recommendations on fresh staples that could be worthy additions to their wardrobes, I’ll often take some time to do an H&M deep dive. And that brings me to why I’m here today. On one of my recent scrolls, I uncovered a smattering of chic pieces that I deemed true winners because of their chic and versatile nature. And yep, said items each ring in under £50. You’ll find the edit of everything below. As a note, I sent the first four items to a friend who wanted to do a little clothing shopping. Included in the overall mix is everything from sharp tailoring silhouettes to cool denim cuts to my favourite shirting style. Keep scro...
7 Spring Staples That Make Every Outfit Look So Elevated
Looking expensive—that’s always the goal. We’re guessing no one wakes up in the morning and proclaims that they want to look cheap, after all. And while I believe that you can achieve a rich-girl aesthetic on a budget, some pieces are worth investing in more premium iterations of. Items that are made to a higher standard and with quality fabrics will generally have a longer lifespan in your wardrobe. Choose wisely, and you could own these garments for the rest of your life. Identifying these items is key. The last thing I want you to do is frivolously spend without consideration. So with spring now imminent, I’ve spotlighted the pieces I think are worth spending a little extra on. I’ve whittled down an edit of core staples, from trenches to blaze...
Rihanna’s Newest Pregnancy Look: A Skimpy Lace-Up Top and Leggings, Of Course
Rihanna certainly set the pregnancy-fashion bar high with her baby-bump reveal last week, and her newest outfit definitely didn’t disappoint. She just stepped out in a lace-up top, leggings, and heels—oh, and a winter-ready puffer jacket. Photographed by Diggzy, who also shot the announcement photo that went viral, Rihanna wore $82,500 worth of jewelry for her newest maternity look. Yes, really. Her Jacquie Aiche 14K Yellow Gold Large Mine Cut Diamond Riviera Necklace retails for a whopping $48,750, while her 14K Yellow Gold Sophia Bar Body Chain by the same brand goes for $33,750. In other words, she’s determined to set the record straight. She’s not like a regular mom; she’s a cool mom. Scroll down to see the new photo.&nbs...
Joy Crookes Wears Another Incredible Outfit to the BRITs
The 2022 BRIT Awards took place at the O2 Arena tonight, and a number of the red carpet outfits caught viewers’ eyes. One standout outfit in particular came from Irish-Bangladeshi artist Joy Crookes, who, back in 2020, wore a traditional lehenga to the awards ceremony to make a statement about the industry’s lack of South Asian artists. For the 2022 awards, the neo-soul artist wore another powerful ensemble: a crop top with matching skirt and cape made by British designers Kate Walker and Natalie Roar. Crookes shared an image of the outfit on Instagram with the caption “came dressed like an award in case I don’t take any home tonight #BRITs,” crediting South Asian-owned brands like Byredo and Alighieri for her makeup and jewelry. You Deserve to Make Money Even...
23 Lingerie Brands We Always Recommend to Our Friends
When it comes to finding out your correct bra size, we’ve got you covered with a genius calculator, and when it comes to shopping the best bras, we also know where to go. But what about the best lingerie brands? Lingerie doesn’t just cover bras—we’re talking about knickers, pj sets, bodysuits, robes and bras. As this section of our wardrobe is intensely personal and dictated by our size, shape and budgets, finding just what you’re after can be hard. For example, you might have bigger boobs but would love a lacy triangle bra that finally fits. Or maybe you’re a minimalist and want a great store that sells chic separates. Or perhaps you just want to upgrade your underwear drawer with some new and interesting labels. We’ve rounded up the bes...
BRITs 2022: The Best Dressed Stars on the Red Carpet
The 2022 BRIT Awards are a much-needed fashion indulgence. Unlike film and television award red carpets, music award shows are dedicated to over-the-top celebrity outfits — and with stars like Adele, Little Simz, and Holly Humberstone leading the nominations, the looks promise to be dramatic, tailored, and a bit ’90s. Opening the red carpet was a daring, black Mônot two-piece set with zigzag hemlines worn by Maya Jama. Nominee Holly Humberstone also brought a bit of ’90s to the BRITs with a grunge-inspired black lace dress paired with feathered, arm-length cuffs. KSI kept it cool with an eclectic black harness worn over a smart grey suit, vertical split-hem trousers, and chunky platform shoes. And Anne-Marie switched it up with a minimal, black leather jacket, as opposed to her...
Adele’s Pear-Shaped Diamond Ring Is Fuelling Engagement Rumours
Adele arrived at the 2022 BRIT Awards looking absolutely spectacular as per usual, and while fans have been anticipating her performance for the evening, it’s her massive pear-shaped diamond ring worn on that finger that has everyone wondering: did Adele get engaged? Since answering our calls again and re-entering the music scene, Adele has also been seen with a new boyfriend, Rich Paul. Having seemingly been dating since the beginning of 2021 and famously spotted together at game five of the NBA Finals in July of that year, the couple became Instagram official a few months later in September. But could Adele have actually announced her engagement on the 2022 BRIT Awards red carpet? The “Easy on Me” singer paired her glamorous, plunging black gown with an enormous, hard-t...
Adele Returns to the 2022 BRIT Awards Wearing Armani
If there was one thing we were all highly anticipating at the 2022 BRIT Awards, it was Adele. With her return to our social media feeds and music playlists, we knew it would only be a matter of months before we saw her gracing us with another beautiful look on the red carpet — and she didn’t disappoint. Known for her Hollywood-glamour-inspired looks during award season, Adele’s outfit at this year’s BRIT Awards nodded to another nostalgic fashion moment. Dressed in a custom Armani gown and styled by Jamie Mizrahi, Adele brought the star power as she returned to the BRIT Awards after six years. Armani is no stranger to dressing stars for the red carpet. With the return of the superstar to her home ground, the brand created a classic evening ensemble to complement the occas...
The BRIT Awards 2022 Red Carpet Is Serving “Matrix” Meets Mugler
It looks as if everybody on the red carpet at the 2022 BRIT Awards had recently attended a screening of “The Matrix Resurrections.” Apparently, the sartorial order of the day was “undisputedly cool,” with attendees taking us into the future by swanning the carpet in black cutouts, structural shapes, ankle-sweeping coats, and a whole lot of leather. BRIT Award winner Little Simz led the vanguard in an all-black ensemble layered with a pop of neon green, courtesy of Prada. She completed the look with some red-tinted sunglasses that Trinity would no doubt approve of. Behind her came Ashley Roberts in a standout black halter-neck Mônot gown with leather gloves — this time fusing “The Matrix” with the late, great Thierry Mugler. It was clear to see MuglerR...
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I’m a Coat Snob, and I’m Losing It Over H&M’s Expensive-Looking Styles
This obsession with great outerwear also means I’m seriously picky when shopping for it. Because I count on coats so much, I’m a big believer in investing in fewer really amazing styles you’ll reliably bring out year after year, which usually means I avoid the high street. But recently, I haven’t been able to stop thinking about H&M’s outerwear offering. I honestly don’t think I’ve ever come across a high-street edit that is so impressive across the board. There’s not just one hero H&M coat this year but many to choose from. In particular, its wool and wool-blend styles seem to be hitting the mark and combine chicness with the timeless quality I’m looking for. There are a number of cosy styles if you’re wanting to invest in a coat to ke...
12 Brands That Always Deliver Epic Wedding Guest Outfits
Wedding season might traditionally fall in the summer months, but after years of rescheduled nuptials and diaries filling up quickly, wedding guest outfit planning is now pretty much a year-round activity. If you’re on the hunt for some amazing wedding-ready looks, let us narrow things down a little bit for you by sharing the brands that always deliver when it comes to beautiful, but comfortable, occasionwear. Our list includes some labels you’re likely to spot at any British wedding, such as Rixo and Self-Portrait. But we’ve also added some lesser-known names into the mix if you’re hoping to discover something new. This includes The Own Studio, which, despite technically catering to brides and bridesmaids, creates beautiful silk separates in plenty of ele...
