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My Favourite 24 Summer Dresses from & Other Stories, Monki and H&M
Every now and then I become a little sad about the demise of Topshop as, separate from the obvious teenage nostalgia, it really knew how to deliver a good high street summer dress. But, while nothing will ever quite rival the frocks of that Kate Moss collab, we can be thankful that there are a host of other brands that are more than happy to take up the mantle, most notably H&M, Monki and & Other Stories. Brands such as these have become better and better and refining the art of good dress design, delivering consumers premium-feel fabrics and sculptural silhouettes that wouldn’t look out of place on a runway. In our experience, when it comes to high street shopping, less is more, and sticking to one dramatic feature—such as a plunging back, ...
I Just Cleared Out My Makeup Brush Collection, But These Are the 10 I Kept
I have a confession to make: While I’m more than happy to press expensive moisturisers or luxurious eye shadow palettes into the hands of friends and family, when it comes to makeup brushes, I’m something of a hoarder. Yes, despite being basically unskilled in the art of makeup application, I just cannot resist the allure of a new, fluffy makeup brush to add to my collection. Do I have any idea how to use all of the ultra-fine eyeliner brushes and densely packed kabuki brushes collecting dust on my dressing table? Not at all. But I love that they’re waiting for a moment when inspiration might strike and I’ll require a flat foundation brush to create a full-coverage skin look or a fluffy blending brush to experiment with some colourful eye shadow....
Zara’s Summer Sale Just Started—Here’s Our Edit of What’s Worth Buying
And if you want more pointers, we have an insider who gave us some valuable tips on how to shop the Zara sale in the UK so expertly that you’ll be guaranteed to get there first (and find the pieces you’ve been eyeing up all season). Our intel is that you should go for the things that’ll be the most popular first. So opt for the higher-priced goods that will sell out quickly (e.g., cashmere, handbags, shoes and coats). “Other pieces like shirts are likely to still be around for the second markdown,” recommends our insider. Also remember to research trends before buying for the upcoming season so you can see what will last. “Customers will always ask, ‘Will you be getting more stuff like this?’ Honestly, the staff will have no i...
Out of the 11,000 Items in the Net-a-Porter Sale, I Think These Are the Best
There are over 11,000 items in the NET-A-PORTER summer sale, spanning scarves to skirts to boots to ball gowns, which—I probably don’t need to tell you—would equate to a lot of scrolling time. Luckily for you, I am a bit of an expert when it comes to speed-scanning, and I have managed to track down 32 winning pieces from the seasonal edit that are simply too good to miss. Head on down to see what I found. 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 fair share of Internet revenue.
KLEKT: The Sneaker Resale App That’s Not Just For Sneakerheads
Fashion resale is at an all time high, and one part of the industry that’s seen a huge rise in resale is sneakers. Thanks to apps like StockX, events like Crepe City, and an increased awareness around sustainability and pre-owned fashion, resale platforms are the most popular form of buying and selling sneakers. One platform that aims to bring more women into the resale industry is KLEKT, an online marketplace that promotes safety and inclusivity. We caught up with KLEKT’s CEO, Sally Scott, to talk about the app and the future of sneaker resale. POPSUGAR: What can you tell us about KLEKT, for those who haven’t heard of it? Sally Scott: KLEKT is an original sneaker marketplace. We bring buyers and sellers of sneakers and streetwear together to help create a community of li...
Nail Artists Say These Colours Are “It” for 2021
Of all the pockets of the beauty world that have changed most dramatically over the last few months, the nail sector has arguably been affected the most. Sure, haircuts and colour have slowed, and eye makeup is pretty much the only makeup we’re concerned with anymore, but the way we do our nails has flipped from bimonthly salon manicures to at-home treatments. 2020 was a wild year, and while we’re now able to head back into salons there are huge waiting lists at many and some of us are understandably still feeling a little nervous about booking in. With this in mind, it’s more important than ever to have a collection of nail polishes we love on hand in our own homes to make mani time as much fun as possible. As much as we have missed the...
These Cult Sandals Are the Comfiest Shoes We’ve Ever Worn
Getting the balance right between chic and comfortable shoes is more important than ever. With walking saving our sanity over lockdown (the step-count obsession continues), it’s a habit we’re keen to keep up. But now that we’re socialising more, we need something that looks good, too. For winter, it’s easy to turn to your most reliable boots and trainers, but for summer, finding a pair of cute, blister-free sandals is a tougher feat. Lucky for you, as the heatwaves start rolling in (finally), we think we can safely say we’ve found the perfect pair. You may already be familiar with Fitflop, but if you’re not, your feet are in for a treat. The brand, founded by entrepreneur Marcia Kilgore (who also founded Beauty Pie—this woman knows what she’s doing), was the first to integrate w...
This 72-Year-Old Shoe Brand Is Set for Another Comeback
While the chaos of our world is leaving us with a sense of uncertainty, it looks like fashion people are staying firmly planted in the ground this summer. Quite literally. As season’s annual cues mark the beginning of the warmer months (gardens blooming and sunlight returning to our daily lives), when it comes to our shoe trends, we’re staying put. Last winter saw the proliferation of the chunky boot trend, while cult Scandi brand Ganni put practicality and utility at the core of its collection. With “outdoorsy athleisure” predicted to remain a key trend for the coming seasons, we’re beginning to see the evolution of the practical fashion trend continue into summer. We’re anticipating that this need to an...
A Lingerie Expert Just Told Me This Is the Comfy Bra Style Women Want Right Now
I’ve regularly scoffed at those proclaiming they’ve given up bras for good due to the pandemic. As someone who often sleeps in a bra (I am DD+), I find it much more comfortable to have support. Despite my own personal views, however, I think it’s fair to say that there’s a revolution of sorts going on when it comes to lingerie, particularly when it comes to bras. Over the past year and a half, for obvious reasons, we’ve spent a lot more time assessing our comfort levels. Locked down at home, we have swathed ourselves in loose fabrics. Stretchy waistbands have replaced our jeans, and some really have forgone bras altogether. But there are plenty of us who aren’t ready to give up the jig quite yet, especially those of us who still require support of some sort. Womanhood,...
I Just Tried Clinique’s New Foundation, and It Makes My Skin Look Incredible
Ever wondered whether a new beauty launch or trending product is truly worth the hype? If so, you’re in the right place. I Just Tried… is our beauty column where we test out everything from new formulations to cult classics to find out whether they’re really worth your money. Oh, and we’ll answer the most-searched-for questions so you don’t have even have to ask. When it comes to choosing a foundation, there is so much to consider, from shade and finish to coverage and longevity. It has to be one of the trickiest beauty products to shop for online or in real life. But if there’s one thing we’re sure of, it’s that a foundation that offers multitasking benefits is always going to make a welcome addition to our makeup bags, especially if it can do some good for our...
The Best Wimbledon Celebrity Fashion Moments of All Time
Wimbledon is the ultimate catwalk of tennis fashion, and stylish celebrities attend the games every year to show off their sartorial prowess. You might be familiar with tennis whites, but after having a look through some of the best celebrity style moments ever, we learned that there are many ways to make a bold and classic statement at Wimbledon. Crisp white outfits are a perennial favourite, but a smart, neutral-toned suit is a great look for women at Wimbledon. We particularly love the Ralph Lauren suits worn by Sienna Miller and Tessa Thompson at Wimbledon 2019. Another winning look is a smart shirtdress like the red Ralph Lauren shirtdress worn by Rebel Wilson in 2019, and the pink sleeveless shirtdress worn by Maisie Williams that same year. Classic pinstripes are also a traditional ...
I Always Wear Accessories in These Colours, and They Work With Every Outfit
Nothing has the power to elevate your look quite like well-chosen accessories. Handbags can add a final flourish, while a simple shoe change can create an entirely new aesthetic. As such, accessories should never be overlooked or under-appreciated. Of course, we give every accessory its due consideration before we make that all-important purchase, but, in our opinion, none require more thought than watches. Watches are personal and become an intrinsic part of your signature style—something that people instantly notice about you as you rarely take them off—so it’s certainly worth putting in the effort to find the perfect one. That, however, doesn’t mean that you can’t have some fun with your watch selection—in fact, bolder watches can have a bigger pay-off and will make more of an impact wh...
