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Best Wardrobes in Britain: Candice Brathwaite
With luxury purchases how do you decide what to spend more on? Even though I see the Hermes craze everywhere, that style of that bag is not me and I won’t rock it. If I could afford it I’d buy two as investment pieces and keep them in their box, but that boxy style of bag is not me. So it comes down to how much will you wear it. What I have learned is now I’m older and have a little more money to spare, is that clothes of that ilk are investment pieces. The Gucci shirt I’m wearing I have no doubt my kids can wear this if they want to. It’s not going anywhere. When I’m buying into that fast fashion rotation, because you’ve only spent £10 for that bodysuit you are more likely to be like ‘that is so last season.’ Nothing vexes my spirit more than Zara hauls. I want Zara hauls to die. Now! Dea...
I’ve Found My Perfect Christmas Dress (and It’s From Marks and Spencer)
The dress, which Francesca Saffari has already (and cleverly!) snapped up, features every key component that I look for in a dress. Boasting a midi-length hem, a nipped-in waist, a high neckline, puff sleeves, a gorgeous colour, and a sublime satin material, put simply, this is the perfect dress for Christmas and New Year. But that’s not to say that its charm will fade at the stroke of midnight on December 31. From styling it with headbands and heels for weddings to dressing it down with chunky boots and a shacket for weekend brunches, I have big plans for this M&S dress in 2022. If you think there’s a place for it in your future, too, follow the link to shop it below before it sells out. Then, continue on to see the other excellent dresses M&S...
These 7 Fabulous Makeup Looks Are Just So Easy to Re-Create
You can’t possibly go wrong with a statement lip colour, especially when you fancy keeping the rest of your makeup quite simple. A red lip is a timeless classic when it comes to makeup looks and does a great job at making any party makeup super effortless. My usual shade of choice is either a red or a pinky-brown, as I find these shades really complement my full lips. A couple of tips I recommend when going for a bold lip include using a lip liner to help with the lasting power of any lipstick and picking a shade you feel comfortable in. A red, for example, doesn’t have to be super bold. You can always opt for something that’s a little more toned-down. Another lip finish that I think is great for the party season is a shade with a shimmery finish. I find th...
We Just Tried On the Most Exciting Wardrobe Staples We’ve Ever Seen
Our We Try Before You Buy series aims to take the stress out of shopping and eliminate the number of post office visits you make each month to return failed online orders. We test new-season buys and styling ideas so you don’t have to. Here, we’re letting you know what’s actually worth investing in and the styling tricks you can re-create with pieces you already own. If you haven’t yet heard of PANGAIA, then it’s about time you became acquainted. I stumbled across the brand on Instagram earlier this year, drawn in by its joyful spin on basics and its science-driven, innovative approach to materials—a breath of fresh air after the sad staples that have come to dominate my wardrobe over the last 18 months. Intrigued, I found myself browsing PANGAIAR...
These 7 Fabulous Makeup Looks That Are Just So Easy to Recreate
You can’t possibly go wrong with a statement lip colour especially when you fancy keeping the rest of your makeup quite simple. A red lip is a timeless classic when it comes to makeup looks and does a great job at making any party makeup super effortless. My usual shade of choice is either a red or a pinky-brown, as I find these shades really compliment my full lips. A few tips I recommend when going for a bold lip includes using a lip liner to help with the lasting power of any lipstick and picking a shade you feel comfortable in, a red for example doesn’t have to be super bold, you can always opt for something that’s a little more toned down. Another lip finish that I think is great for the party season is a shade with a shimmery finish, I find the shimmer not...
My Colour Palette Is Changing for 2022, and These 6 Shades Are In
I don’t want to get ahead of myself—I know there’s still lots of mileage in winter yet—but try as I may, I can’t help but let my sartorial attention shift towards the new season and, dare I say, spring. Putting the “s” word to one side for a second, I do believe it’s important to keep your feet firmly planted in the present, but it does also pay to cast an eye on the future. Sometimes, seasons can change like the flick of a switch, and the last thing you’ll want is to feel caught out where your outfits are concerned. This is where colour plays an integral role. Nothing has the power to change the tone of your look quite like the colours you choose, and I feel like, as new-in sections start to blend between winter and spring, I’m beginning to see a handful of dominating shades; six, in...
28 Last-Minute Gifts That Are Too Chic to Look Like an Afterthought
Instead of feeling guilty about the fact that you’re not quite as organised as you’d like to be at this stage (because, let’s face it, there are lots of other things going on), we’ve made finding those last-minute gifts so much easier by bringing all of the chicest things from your favourite (digital) stores, all into one place—directly below! What’s more, we’ve also had the final word on the last delivery dates from each brand, allowing you to shop knowing that your presents will reach you in time for 25 December. Just call us your little shopping elves. 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...
These Party Pyjamas Are Just What We Need for Christmas 2021
While our love for loungewear and comfy PJs continues, we’re all turning our attention to the styles we can wear on heavy rotation outside of the house, too. The brand Sleeper was founded in 2014 by former fashion editors Kate Zubarieva and Asya Varetsa, who wanted to make luxurious nightwear that you can wear at home or even to a party. The result is über-glamorous pyjama sets which have feather trims on the hems of the trousers and the shirt. These Sleeper sets were particularly popular last festive season when parties were at home over Zoom, but the most sought-after party look has continued well into 2021. And we couldn’t be happier. Listed as one of the most popular items on Net-a-Porter right now, the pyjama sets have been yo-yoing in and out of stock ...
New Year’s Eve Outfit Ideas for Every Type of Plan
Let’s be honest here: Not all of us will be going out this New Year’s Eve. Last year lockdown left us with no option but to stay in, and although this year is allowing to hit the pub to see in 2022, not all of us want to go out and about. There’s something great about getting dressed up to stay in, and spending the night with your nearest and dearest in your own is even better than ever. No bar queues, no £££ tickets to see some fireworks and no waiting for a cab home. There are a lot of perks to choosing to be propped up in your kitchen or on the sofa instead of a busy soirée. NYE feels like that last opportunity to get dressed up in something sparkly and festive. I appreciate this sounds rather doom and gloom, but I don’t mean it to. For starters, sequins are...
The 2022 Knitwear Trends That We’re Wearing Now
We’ve gotten to that time of year when we’re starting to look ahead to January—it always helps when the final months of 2021 are looking a little limp. Armed with the S/S 22 runway looks (full trend guide coming soon), the editors at Who What Wear have been predicting what will be hitting stores in the next 12 months. With temperatures dropping below 10ºC, it only feels natural that we focus our attention on knitwear, specifically pieces that will look fresh next year but can also be worn now. Many of 2022’s jumper trends will have carried over from 2021, while others may well be styles you already have in your wardrobe (a win-win situation if you ask us). So what do we think will be given the sartorial spotlight in ...
A Makeup Artist Just Taught Me How to Do a Smokey Eye in Minutes
I must admit I own a shameful number of eye shadow palettes for someone who has no idea what they’re doing. With all of the choice, I struggled to know where to start. “You can use any shadows or palette to create a smoky eye as long as there is a mix of lighter and darker shades. Just find a palette you love,” Parmar advises. Wanting to make sure I got it right, I asked her for her top palettes of choice and opted for Vieve The Essential Palette. “Once you have chosen your shades, use a medium to light colour all over the eyelids,” she says. The truth is I probably went a little bit too dark for my usual style but also felt as though I might as well go the whole hog. You Deserve to Make Money Even When you are looking for Dates ...
The Perfect M&S Jacket That Has Remained Under the Radar This Winter
Marks and Spencer is one of those high-street stores that is so good at delivering wardrobe heroes that look 10 times their actual price, whether it’s winter boots, midi dresses or classic knits. This season, however, it was a particular jacket that piqued my interest. Coming in a wool-mix fabric with a wintry plaid print and stylish fringing, this jacket had me hooked from the moment I saw it. I knew that I had to wear it for our winter-coats shoot. 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 rewards by chatting, sharing photos, blogging and help give users back their f...
