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These Guccis Are Officially the Coolest Sunglasses of 2021
The return of the sun this week has prompted a wardrobe switchover for many, with puffer coats and bulky knitwear retired for another year, and the dusting off of our summer pieces. Nothing says summer like a pair of sunglasses and there is one silhouette that is proving particularly popular of late—square and rectangular frames. Gucci has become a moniker for maximalist styling, and so it is not surprising that this is the brand leading this trend for angular, rainbow sunnies. The house’s rectangular and square frame sunglasses, with a statement interlocking double G logo on each arm is rapidly becoming a mainstay on my Instagram feed, and they are so popular I think they are officially the sunglasses of 2021. For a more classic take, follow Lizzo’s lead and opt for the ...
I’ve Tried So Many Smudge-Proof Lipsticks, and These 5 Genuinely Don’t Budge
This time last year, we couldn’t have predicted that face masks would become such a staple in our daily wardrobes. (I’m talking about face coverings rather than skincare, naturally.) However, despite the gradual easing of lockdown restrictions, it’s safe to assume that they’re going to be sticking around for a while longer, which is why it’s no surprise that long-lasting lipsticks are big news right now. After all, covering up shouldn’t mean forgoing the joys of makeup. As well as championing the return of colour to our makeup bags, experts are pretty much unanimous about matte lips being one of the major beauty trends for 2021. “Due to masks being worn pretty much on a constant...
The 31 High-Street Pieces Our Editors Want to Buy This Spring
I hate to brag, but I do think that Who What Wear’s editorial team has rather exceptional taste. Biased? Me? Never. But really, it’s our job to be on top of these things and pinpoint the items that we think are actually worth the investment of your hard-earned cash. With the new season finally kicking in, we felt it was time to share the high-street wish lists that we’ve been carefully compiling over the last month or two. There is a certain art to shopping the high street, and we’ve found that the dictum “patience is a virtue” is a helpful approach in this context. It’s all about utilising the bookmark or “like” feature, which allows you to add something to a wish list that you can then peruse at...
Picnic Outfits Are Surprisingly Hard to Master, But I’ve Done It
Roll out the blankets and stock up on the Pimm’s cans because it’s officially picnic season, and with much of our socialising taking place outdoors for the foreseeable, chances are you’re going to take more time and consideration to plan it. I’m the first to admit that it’s more important to think about what you eat at the picnic than what you wear to it, but once you’ve got your sandwich fillings decided, see the picnic-ready outfits I’ve found that will make you even more excited for a spring and summer spent eating al fresco. From dresses that you can actually sit comfortably in to a top that will make you feel like you’re wearing a bikini (even when you aren’t), keep scrolling to see our guide on what to wear to ...
If You Want Your Boobs to Stay in Place, Then This Is the Sports Bra to Wear
However, when it comes to sports bras, thankfully, it’s simple. After years of trying various versions, I discovered Shock Absorber sports bras, and I’m never turning back. What is it that makes this brand better than others? Well, it depends on your criteria, of course, but I have a few that Shock Absorbers ticks. First, I need to have a very limited bounce, as I like running, and boy, do Shock Absorbers strap you down. I have even worn one of these sports bras when breastfeeding (so my boobs were even bigger than normal), and I can tell you that you’ll barely move. Second, I want to actually feel comfortable and not have anything digging into my back or shoulders. When I’ve got a good-fitting sports bra, I find that instead of remembering I’m wearing one, I’ll forg...
The Unlikely Denim Microtrend Huge Designers Are Revisiting
Patchwork denim will always have a nostalgic charm to me. The splicing of fabrics and intentional scruffiness makes it feel like a project I’d have taken on in week five of summer holidays after watching one too many episodes of That ’70s Show. However, this humble denim trend has, against all odds, been slowly making its way into luxury collections. In 2020, Celine brought us the patchwork button-front miniskirt, Gucci created an epic blazer pieced together with numerous swatches and, most recently, Victoria Beckham has brought us two-tone flared jeans. All patchwork denim tends to have a ’70s sensibility, playing with silhouettes such as flares and wide-leg jumpsuits, which were all popular in that decade. Thanks to the DIY element, this is a tr...
The Unlikely Denim Micro Trend Huge Designers Are Revisiting
Patchwork denim will always have a nostalgic charm to me. The splicing of fabrics and intentional scruffiness makes it feel like a project I’d have taken on in week five of summer holidays after watching one too many episodes of That 70s Show. However this humble denim trend has against all odds been slowly making its way into luxury collections. In 2020 Celine brought us the patchwork button-front mini skirt, Gucci created an epic blazer pieced together with numerous swatches and most recently Victoria Beckham has brought us two-tone flared jeans. All patchwork denim tends to have a 70s sensibility, playing with silhouettes such as flares and wide-leg jumpsuits which were all popular in that decade. Thanks to the DIY element this is a trend that really ...
President Buhari condemns attempted coup in Niger Republic
President Muhammadu Buhari has condemned the attempted coup in Niger Republic, saying “any illegal effort to depose a democratically elected government is not only despicable, but also unacceptable to democratic governments around the world.” Speaking in a telephone conversation with Mahamadou Issoufou, his counterpart and outgoing President on the situation in Niger Republic, President Buhari according to a statement by his media aide, Garba Shehu warned that “the international community is hostile to the change of government by violent and unconstitutional means.” “It is utterly naive to attempt the removal of an elected government by force. “Military political adventurers should respect the will of the people and respect constitutional order. “I’m particularly concerned about the negati...
7 Low-Maintenance Hair Trends That Are Going to Dominate in 2021
“When it comes to colour, you don’t want something that requires too much precision,” reveals hairstylist to the stars George Northwood. “Something that has become a bit of a signature of ours is a softer, natural balayage. With the disturbance of COVID and salons shutting for months on end, people are stepping away from that fresh, highlighted look that is quite high-maintenance and is tricky to maintain well at home without your colourist.” “Over the first lockdown, a lot of my clients saw their natural colour growing through and have actually gotten used to it,” Northwood continues. “So we are now seeing a lot more clients who are now experimenting with keeping their hair closer to their natural colour, which is far more easily m...
5 Dress Experts Just Shared the 44 Best Summer Frocks With Me
It’s an understatement to say that we like dresses here at Who What Wear. We spend a long time working out which frocks are going to be the ones we, and you, obsess over during the year. We put together dress reports on the names to watch for 2021, which include the key dress trends to know. Plus, we hone in on the brands that are getting it spot on right now (yes, Aje, we’re looking at you). Alas, in many ways, dresses over 2020 took a bit of a dip. With fewer weddings and big events to attend, our posh frocks got only a rare outing. That said, the house dress became particularly popular, with loose silhouettes and unrestrictive material becoming vital in our dress purchases. But with restrictions easing and the chance that gatherings, inclu...
Trust Me, I’m An Editor—10 Summer-Ready Buys That I Love This Week
As several warehouses and stores shuttered over the past 12 months, the fashion industry faces huge challenges and strains that pose an inevitable threat to businesses. Many of us won’t be shopping in the same way right now, but even a like on Instagram or a message of support can provide a boost for these brands. I certainly don’t want anyone to feel like they have to buy more right now in a time of such heightened worry, but at the same time, after working in the fashion industry for nine years, I want to support the brands and pieces that I love and treasure. As an editor at Who What Wear, I typically spend a lot of time looking at new-in products and so every week, I update this story with the pieces that have caught my eye and that really stand out. I usually introduce thi...
Rihanna Just Wore the Perfect ‘It’s Summer!’ Outfit
This week has been the first time we could both ditch the coats AND meet six people outside, marking the start of drinks-in-the-park season. At my park last night people really dressed up for the occasion, wearing looks that you’d expect to see at a festival. It seems like Rihanna has also missed dressing up, as was pictured doing a groceries run in an outfit that screams ‘it’s summer!’ She wore a printed colourful shirt, with a jazzy palm tree pattern which is from the collaboration between Celine Homme and American artist Tyson Reeder. This print is actually a copy of one of his art works called ‘Autobahn’. This isn’t the only menswear item Rihanna added to the look, as she wore a pair of pink boxers by ERL that are visible underne...
