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25 Influencer-Approved Staples That Are Perfect for Right Now
If there’s one brand influencers have been turning to recently to inject some joy and newness into their spring wardrobes, it’s Free People. And it’s hardly surprising, especially when you see the brand’s new drop— there’s some seriously good styles in there. From the sellout Dahlia dress (don’t worry, it’s back in stock for now), to stylist Angie Smith’s favourite quilted jacket, these women know a hero piece when they see one and we simply haven’t been able to scroll through our Instagram feeds of late without spotting a Free People special. Over the last year the label has thrived thanks to it’s relaxed approach to dressing, and it’s become well known as a destination for easy dresses and cute co-ords, perfect for working from home. Now we’re all reemerging, it’s becomin...
Okay, Wow, These Oscars Beauty Looks Are Absolutely Everything
Places, everyone, it’s finally time for the big show! That’s right—the 2021 Academy Awards have arrived (albeit a little later than usual), and we couldn’t be more ready for the epic finale to this year’s awards season. For obvious reasons, red carpets have looked a bit different this year and have taken us on a more digital journey than ever before. But this hasn’t stopped our favourite celebs from serving up some seriously jaw-dropping beauty moments from the Emmy Awards, Grammy Awards, SAG Awards, and more. This evening’s Oscar Awards are sure to be even more exciting. As we all know, big beauty moments at the Oscars are nothing new. But after a year spent wearing nothing but sweatpants and with less makeup and hairstyling than ever before, we...
I Just Put Together 4 Easy-to-Copy Waistcoat Outfits
I remember back in 2019 when our editor Emma was presenting her spring/summer 2020 trend report to the team, and waistcoats were one of the styles that had been highlighted. After a quick survey of those seated around the meeting-room table (remember those?), it became clear that I was the only one who was remotely tempted by the look. And I get it, it’s the sort of trend that can conjure up visions of grinning childhood magicians, portly university professors and, well, Mr Toad from The Wind in the Willows. Also, for any nineties and noughties kids, it will inevitably bring fashion choices of outfit’s past thundering back into the present. No, my pale imitation of Kate Moss‘s Glastonbury ...
Of All the Cleansers I’ve Tried, These 8 Actually Reduced My Breakouts
I’ve made no secret of the fact that my skin and I have a bit of a complicated relationship. And by complicated, what I mean is that sometimes I really hate my skin and sometimes I’m totally indifferent towards it, but unless I have recently discovered a magical new foundation, I’d rarely say I love it. Sure, now that I’m in my 30s I’ve pretty much worked out the skincare products that work for my skin—although pregnancy skincare was a whole new challenge—but my stubborn hormonal acne insists on hanging around like that friend who refuses to leave your house even when it’s 1 a.m. and you’ve started washing up the wineglasses. I get it—in 2021 when we’re all about embracing the skin we’re in, admitting that you just don’t love...
23 Joyful Zara Pieces That Make Getting Dressed Way More Fun
You mightn’t realise it, but what we choose to wear each day is indicative of our moods and can send out subliminal messages to those around us. Wearing all black, for example, might seem like an easy outfit solution—it’s chic, right?—but it tells a much richer story. It shows that you’re a classicist, that you like to look polished and pulled together, but in an understated way. With the brighter days and easing of restrictions affecting our moods in a hugely positive way, it’s natural to find ourselves gravitating towards clothing and accessories that fill us with the same euphoric joy. And no brand seems to have understood this desire more acutely than Zara. Upon scrolling Zara’s new-in section this week, we had a huge smile on our faces. There’s...
10 Perfect Outfits French Girls Are Prioritising
Whether or not you’ve actually visited the French capital, you’re likely familiar with the archetype of the Parisian aesthetic. Marked by dishevelled hair, a classic red lip, and an effortless low-key ensemble, the French-girl look is a well-known style trope with roots in the early 1950s. Popularised by the likes of Brigitte Bardot and Jane Birkin (a Brit with so much je ne sais quoi), French style has since been reimagined by modern-day influencers like Sabina Socol and Ellie Delphine. While classic jeans, a white tee, and a basket bag are still prevalent, the look now includes slip skirts, blazers, corduroy trousers, cable-knit cardigans, and more. Of course, the French approach to beauty and style is more pertinent than the clothes themselves. The l...
8 Spring Outfits That Are the Perfect Combination of Cool and Basic
It’s no secret that I go hard for a good trend, but there’s also a fine line between tapping into an of-the-moment look and going a little overboard on it. In other words, my approach to trying trends is to avoid wearing them in a way that looks too trendy if you know what I mean, which is why I keep a running list of ways to wear the season’s freshest silhouettes that I think are the perfect combination of trendy and basic. These ‘fits combine tried-and-true wardrobe staples with trend pieces in an effortless way that honestly has me inspired to recreate them. Since sharing outfit tips is just what I do, I created a fail-safe guide to wearing the hottest spring and summer trends (and ensuring they’re not wearing you). To me,...
I’ve Tried So Many Waterproof Mascaras, But These 15 Are the Best
Thinking back to waterproof mascaras of yesteryear makes me wince and I have to be honest and say that I haven’t always been a fan. The first time I tried one I was 17, on holiday and trying to impress a fellow teenage holiday-goer by wearing makeup everywhere, including in the pool. It was such a pain to remove with my terrible cleanser that I had such sore eyes the next day. Honestly, I didn’t touch one again until I started attending weddings in my twenties and it became an absolute necessity. Luckily, since my teens, the formulas of waterproof and water-resistant mascaras have drastically improved—as have the oil-based cleansers that we need to remove them effectively. Yes, the best waterproof mascaras at the moment offer the lift, length and v...
The Happy 50: the Items That Have Made Me Love Fashion Again
There are certain words that you’ll find in almost any fashion story, however I’ve never heard the word ‘joy’ used to describe clothes until 2020 when designers really examined our emotional connection with what we wear. Clothes not only reflect our mood, but also impact it, and so for SS21 designers from Versace to Molly Goddard used clothes to project a positive outlook. Halpern used feathers, sequins and exaggerated silhouettes to create some of the happiest clothes you could imagine, and he explained to Vogue at the time: “Fashion should prop people up and give people a break, especially when they’ve been having such a terrible time.” This joviality was shown in many different ways, but Net-a-Porter in its SS21 presentation ...
How to Bag a Bargain, According to the Queen of Vintage
What are your top tips for those who are shopping vintage for the first time? Go with a sense of purpose. Think about finding something you would love to find and be tuned in! Even if you don’t find that piece, you will almost certainly find something else that you love. Have focus! Even in the most relaxed way. What would be your dream vintage purchase? Good question. It changes a lot. At the moment, the most perfect faded beaten up, (slightly oversized) denim faded shirt. Frayed and worn. Think the American West. 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, blog...
M&S Has Just Delivered the Perfect Summer Sandals, and They’re Only £35
Marks and Spencer is one of those classic high-street stores that never have to yell to be heard. Rather, it quietly goes about its business creating time-tested, affordable staples for its loyal fan base. Every now and then, the brand also drops a serious gem, and naturally, we regularly check the site to be the first ones to spot said wardrobe winner. Well, this summer, we are happy to announce that this has manifested in one very cool pair of sandals. Crafted out of leather and featuring platform soles, these flip-flops are definitely not the flimsy rubber iterations we buy on holiday. We even have first-hand intel from a friend about how amazing they are in real life. Coming in three shades, black, tan and white, these are sure to go with every warm-weathe...
Made-to-Order Fashion Is on the Rise—Here Are the Brands You Need to Know
Whether it’s branded as the slow-fashion movement or the rise of made-to-order pieces, there’s no denying that conscious fashion brands offering bespoke services have become more and more prominent over the last few years. “In terms of sustainability, it’s the most responsible way of manufacturing,” one designer told me this week. And it’s true. Offering a made-to-order business model means that brands only create what they actually sell, minimising the possibility of waste and oversupply—one of the industry’s biggest contributors when it comes to impacting the environment negatively. Historically, the notion of made to order might’ve conjured up images of intricate wedding gowns or Savile Row–worthy suits. ...
