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2020’s Summer It Bag is Back and Looking Better Than Ever
Raffia tote bags have been a hallmark of the quintessential summer wardrobe for decades. From Brigitte Bardot to Kate Moss and Alexa Chung, over the years, many stylish women have chosen the item for beach days, park picnics and beyond. However, while the carryall has typically held an under-the-radar, effortless kind of appeal, last year raffia tote bags became quite the It item thanks to Spanish luxury brand, Loewe. Featuring an adjustable leather handle and the brand’s instantly recognisable insignia, Loewe’s raffia totes bags became somewhat ubiquitous amongst the fashion set. From Camille Charriere to Pernille Teisbeak, the item (which is available in various colours and sizes) graced my Instagram feed more times than I co...
I’ve Had Dark Circles All My Life, and These Are the Only Products That Work
The topic of dark circles within the beauty industry is one that has frustrated me for as long as I can remember. You see, I came into this world sporting an impressive pair of purple rings underneath my eyes. I have spent most of my life batting off concerns from people that I look tired, drained and unwell. Honestly, I’m fine. It’s just my dark circles. For many, dark circles don’t come about because of lifestyle choices. Sure, things like dehydration, lack of sleep and a poor skincare routine can worsen the situation, but for people like me, dark circles are permanent fixtures. Elizabeth Hawkes, consultant ophthalmic and oculoplastic surgeon at the Cadogan Clinic, explains, “The term ‘dark circles’ is used to describe increased pigmentation of the under-eye and is a very ...
8 Wardrobe Staples That Are Officially Trend-Proof
Before you go on, no, this is not a story about jeans, white T-shirts, and tote bags. While those are all wardrobe staples, today, I am here to chat with you about pieces that once were wardrobe basics but somehow became trendy. These pieces then managed to make themselves right at home again in the basics section of our closet. Last year, we saw the rise of minimalist, expensive-looking style (some would even describe it as “bourgeoisie“), which ended up altering the way women viewed style and outfit composition in its entirety. What used to be a severe focus on trends shifted to a rampant acquisition of quality basics (i.e., relaxed suiting, nice knits, and practical accessories). In a way, this major sartorial shift kind of is the trend. Suddenly, we look in our closet and i...
Now That It’s Bare-Ankle Season, I Can’t Stop Thinking About These Sandals
It has just dawned on me that this week marks the first time this year that I’ve stepped out of the house in shoes without socks on. Granted, I was wearing loafers, but being able to leave the comfort of cosy central heating sans socks and not immediately freeze was (and remains) the most exciting thing to happen to me in a long while. The frivolity of bare ankles soon led me to start thinking about an upcoming purchase I’m planning on making. For the past couple of years—including 2020 if you’re choosing to observe it—chunky sandals have dominated. There are a couple of key styles we can pin this on: Chanel’s double-Velcro-strap quilted flats and The Row’s cult Ginza chunky flip-flops. Now, I’ve thought it through, and I’ve decided that chunk...
10 Cleansers That Actually Work for Dry Skin
If anyone asks me what my skin type is, I tend to say dehydrated. Because, let’s be real, it’s dry. So dry, in fact, that it drinks up moisture in the same way that I do after a 30-minute HIIT class. The fact that it develops a sheen throughout the day that could lead you to believe that I have oily skin, or at least combination? Well, that points to the fact that my skin is actually overproducing sebum because of the lack of moisture. To add insult to injury, I also get bouts of eczema on my face and neck. So during flare-ups, I have to keep all of my product choices as moisturising as possible to make sure that I don’t aggravate my skin barrier further. Enter the cream cleanser. You Deserve to Make Money Even When you are looking for Dates Online. So we reimagi...
Layered Hair Is the Low-Maintenance Trend We Should All Be Embracing for Spring
When it comes to hair trends, glossy, blunt cuts have most definitely reigned supreme as of late. For the last few years, we have found ourselves swooning over glossy, glass-like lengths and adding all of the blunt bob inspiration to our saved folders on Instagram. There’s no doubt that blunt cuts have had their fair share of love. But now, there’s a new hair trend on the horizon. With the space between our hair appointments becoming longer, high-maintenance blunt chops are on the out, and no-fuss, layered hair is back. Not only do layers give hair an undone, effortless vibe, they also help to disguise breakage and split ends (things that have become inevitable as of late). And while we don’t have long to wait until salon doors reopen, we think it’s still important to cons...
These 5 Summer Trends Look So Much Better Secondhand
Hello, my name is Joy, and I am on a one-woman mission to bring vintage to the mainstream shopping market. No biggie. While my sphere of influence is somewhat limited, I will continue to pepper secondhand items into my edits and create stories that offer pre-loved alternatives to the season’s biggest trends. Vintage clothing shouldn’t be a niche subsection of the fashion world. Rather, I hope it will continue to become integrated into our buying habits and accessible enough to speak to the average consumer. With this in mind, I’m looking to the summer and warm-weather staples that, in my humble opinion, look so much better secondhand. I hope this edit will get you one step closer to finding a vintage piece t...
9 Outfit Ideas I Have Really Loved This Week
There’s nothing quite like the inexplicable satisfaction of a really good outfit. Sometimes it can be hard to put your finger on what it is exactly that makes something work: It could be a clever colour combination, an unexpected silhouette, or even a subtle trim on a pair of trousers. As a fashion editor, it is my job to keep an eye out for these winning ensembles. It’s a tough job, but someone’s gotta do it. We even have a channel on Slack that is literally dedicated to great outfits, and boy, are there plenty to choose from. This story is essentially a line-up of all the fabulous outfits that have been given the Slack-channel seal of approval. I find that the looks that stand out to me are often relatively simple in composition ...
In Defence of the Side Fringe: Here’s Photographic Evidence the Style Isn’t Dead
Leave it to the internet to wage war on our most beloved beauty trends. The latest beauty casualty? Side fringes. Yes, first TikTok declared that side-partings were under fire and with them came our beloved side fringes. How can this be? Side fringes are widely accepted as the most flattering style for every face shape and forehead length, not to mention their uncanny ability to conceal overgrown roots and scraggly lengths. To put it plainly, side fringes aren’t just pretty. They’re useful, too. In return for their decades of loyal service, it’s only right that we step in to defend them now and take a firm stance on this polarising subject. We’re pro side fringes in this house! And we’re not just being stubborn...
Tons of New Products Landed on My Desk This Month, But These 10 Were the Best
There’s no doubt that the very best part of being a beauty editor is getting all of the latest beauty products sent to your front door for you to try. From bronzers and eye shadows to super serums and cleansers, virtually no new launch goes untested. But with so many new launches every single day, each with claims as groundbreaking as the next, how is anyone actually supposed to know what’s any good? Well, my friends, that’s exactly what I’m here for. I put my face, body and hair through it all so that I can report back to let you know which of this month’s beauty launches are actually worth having on your radar. You Deserve to Make Money Even When you are looking for Dates Online. So we reimagined what a dating should be. It begins with ...
27 Epic Homeware Buys From Soho Home, H&M and Arket
There are certain categories that have unsurprisingly sky-rocketed during lockdown, and one of these is homeware, as we all spend more time at home and look to make either small upgrades or bigger transformations to our spaces. When it comes to linens, soft furnishings and crockery, there are three brands in particular that have an amazing selection of where-did-you-get-that items right now. Soho Houses all have beautiful but relaxed interiors, and Soho Home enables you to re-create that aesthetic in your own home. The latest spring collection includes beautiful velvet accent chairs, ribbed glassware and statement rugs that all have a vintage-inspired feel. On the more affordable end, Arket and H&M Home are two of our favourite high-street brands for homeware that ...
We Predict This £55 Throw-On Dress Will Be Super Popular This Summer
Working at Who What Wear gives you a sixth sense about the products that will be sell-outs—it’s practically in our job descriptions to find cult items that are actually worth investing in the moment they land on new-in sections. One item we think is destined to be hugely popular this summer is a £55 T-shirt dress from COS. I’ve not seen anyone wearing it yet. However, Monikh put it in her shopping picks, I included it in my weekly shopping edit and Joy Montgomery featured it in this week’s What to Buy Now—three clear signs that it is a mighty good dress. The dress has an oversize fit and falls on the calf, with boxy shoulders and slits on the side of each skirt. It currently is available in black, off-white and the colour of 2021, hot pink. COS makes even b...
