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This “Naked” Microtrend Is Steadily Taking Over, and I’m 100% Here for It
As we’ve already pointed out, less is more when it comes to this season’s big trends. Specifically, cut-outs. It’s a craze that completely makes sense when you put it into perspective–we’re all pretty eager to shed the many layers of puffer coats and heavy knits that are currently swamping us. Now here’s your chance for some stylish ventilation: the midriff cut-out. It stands out from the other “naked” microtrends we’ve spotted and reported on last year, in that the abdomen is the main star. From big designers like Khaite and Off-White to Dion Lee and Cult Gaia, the midriff cut-out has marked its place on some of spring’s coolest dresses and tops. The detail is gaining traction in a big way, so it’s only a...
Hands Down, These Are the 20 Best Denim Jackets for Spring
When I say that denim is back for spring/summer 2021, I mean that literally every designer and high-street brand is making a huge deal out of this material. Whether it’s in the form of a new collection of jeans, jackets, dresses, skirts or all of the above, there’s no escaping the fact that in 2021 it’s all about denim. The one item, however, that I feel has been a little overlooked for a few years is the denim jacket. Back in 2017, the Balenciaga oversized look (worn off-the-shoulder) was one of the bigger more popular styles. And then, it kind of just petered out–other jackets such as the oversized blazer or leather jacket became more popular. I just know, however, that this year is time for it to make its comeback. But, I’d say, not as you know it.&nbs...
I’ll Be Wearing These 9 Charlotte Tilbury Products Nonstop
Spring has officially sprung—thank goodness—and with it comes the chance to overhaul my makeup bag for the coming months. This year, more than ever, the seasonal shift feels all the more poignant: leaning into glowy skin, pops of colour and feathery-soft brows is as much about refreshing my beauty look as it is about stepping out from the shadows of the last year with a spring in my step. And there’s one brand that I can wholeheartedly rely on to make that transition all the more joyful: Charlotte Tilbury. 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 ph...
Trust Me, I’m An Editor—12 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...
2022 Infiniti QX55 Interior Review: Beauty That Isn’t Just Skin Deep
Infiniti QX55 Full Overview The 2022 Infiniti QX55 is one of the Japanese luxury automaker’s best-looking SUVs in decades. Its crisp, wave-formed sheetmetal recalls the hugely successful Infiniti FX SUV from the early 2000s, which was one of the first performance crossover SUVs on the market. While it’s clear Infiniti designers spent much time loving the surfaces of the QX55 (and its more conservatively styled sibling, the QX50), you might be wondering if they spent as much time on the interior design. Read on to find out. Is the 2022 QX55 Roomy? I’m not quite sure what it is with fancy hotels in Europe, but so many of them feature beautiful-looking showers without any glass, which inevitably results in water absolutely everywhere. This is all a long, roundabout way of sa...
2021 BMW X6 M Competition First Test: M2 CS Too Small? Buy This Instead
BMW X6 Full Overview “I like the X6 M because it’s so silly,” is how senior features editor Jonny Lieberman put it. “Nothing so large should be able to do what this thing does.” MotorTrend en Español managing editor Miguel Cortina summed his impression of the 2021 BMW X6 M Competition with, “The driving characteristics that it blends and delivers are ridiculous. It’s just pure fun.” Indeed, a luxury midsize fastback SUV weighing 5,200 pounds should not be able take a corner at nearly 1.00 g, run to 60 mph in 3.3 seconds, or stop from 60 mph in 102 feet. Yet, here it is. With driver-selectable settings for engine, chassis, steering, brakes, and all-wheel drive, there may not be a paved road the X6 M Competition can’t bend to its formidab...
Small But Mighty: 36 Pieces From the Coolest Independent Brands
Sadly, some of these labels are being hit by the current crisis, and as a publication, we’re doing our very best to support the talent we love in any way possible. That’s why we’ve dedicated our end-of-month shopping gallery to these independent brands. Honestly, we were spoilt for choice, and we wish we could include every brand we came across online (although that would turn into a long article), but we managed to whittle it down to 36 new season-ready pieces. Of course, we understand that many of you are tightening the purse strings right now, but we would love for you to show your support by giving your favourite independent brand some airtime on social media, posting a nice comment on its feed or even j...
The Contents of Maya Jama’s Makeup Bag Cost £136—Here’s What’s Inside
Is Maya Jama some kind of beauty industry diviner? In the year where we all spent a lot of time inside and, let’s be honest, continue to do so, Jama launched her own beauty brand. Her skincare line MIJ Masks launched with two masks—a hydrating all-over face mask and a some eye patch masks—and sold out in just 24 hours after it was released. When we spoke to her in December 2020, she told Who What Wear that even if she’s only had two hours sleep, “I’ll put on a face mask and it’ll feel like everything’s okay, even when it’s not”. It’s no wonder then that beauty products have continued to sell incredibly well over the pandemic. Jama’s love of looking after her skin shouldn’t come as a surprise to anyone who follows her on Instagr...
7 Stylish Celebrity Outfits You’ll Want to Re-Create This Spring
It’s safe to say that we’re all looking forward to transitioning our wardrobes into spring. Though, it seems our excitement is surpassed by celebrities, the most stylish of which are already showcasing their impressive springtime wares. Just like the rest of us, the A-list clearly can’t wait to shed their winter layers in favour of floral dresses, sleeveless knitwear, and cover-ups that don’t involve excessive padding, as that’s precisely what they’ve been sporting over the last few weeks. While celebrity street style is still relatively scarce at the moment, some stars are already serving up excellent new-season ’fits with their masks in tow. Cue, Kendall Jenner (in high street!), Gigi Hadid, Hailey Bieber, Katie Holmes, Chloë Sevigny, Emma R...
I Can’t Wait to Carry a Really Nice Handbag Again—These Are My Favourites
For over a year now, I’ve either shoved my phone and mask into a pocket or carried the very same boring black crossbody bag whenever I leave the house. I’ve occasionally had to schlep about with a rucksack full of baby toys/snacks/essentials, but aside from that, my handbag collection is gathering dust and feeling rather sorry for itself. I think the fact that the V&A’s spectacular handbag exhibition was open for a total of two whole days last year says it all: This once-prized area of our wardrobes has been, understandably, very neglected. 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 rewar...
2021 Honda City Is the Smaller, Cheaper Civic Not Available in America
Let’s get this straight—the Honda City is not one of those forbidden fruit cars that we wish we had here. The reason the City is never coming to America is because it was specifically developed for emerging markets—such as Mexico and Thailand. It doesn’t drive as well as the Civic, it has cheaper interior materials and low-spec technology, and it lacks the safety features and standards for a country like the U.S., where safety is a priority for the customer and the government alike. But when the new City broke cover last year, we were surprised to see how much it had changed compared to the outgoing generation, which we drove in Mexico City at the end of 2019. The new 2021 Honda City is finally making its way into the Mexican market, as Honda announced it will be positioned bet...
2022 BMW Alpina B8 Gran Coupe First Look: An Extra-Special Stunner
BMW’s 8 Series Gran Coupe is a large vehicle that makes a suitably large impression. And despite its mass, it’s a performer, even in base 840i guise. More than that, it feels special and momentous in a way unlike that of many modern BMWs. The M8 takes this fundamental goodness and stretches it in the performance direction, and now the 2022 Alpina B8 Gran Coupe adds an extra dose of specialness and craftsmanship to the mix. See all 28 photos Consumer in the United States already enjoys a couple of Alpina models at the moment. Specifically, the XB7 and B7 (there are other offerings abroad that we don’t get, too). For the Alpinista looking for a more stylish, more sporting way to get that special Alpina feeling, the B8 Gran Coupe might just be the ticket. The first...
