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& Other Stories’ Spring Collection Just Landed—and It’s My Dream Capsule
There is something somewhat incongruous about writing about spring fashion when flecks of snow are falling outside and the temperature gauge is threatening to drop below zero, but I guess that’s fashion for you—always one step ahead of the action. There is also something to be said for the escapism that comes from contemplating the upcoming season, for example & Other Stories has just dropped its spring collection, and I can’t help but picture myself leisurely grabbing a coffee in a light jacket and jeans, with not a scarf in sight. Sigh. 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 t...
Hailey Bieber’s Hairstylist Just Told Me How to Curl My Hair at Home
It’s time to come clean: despite being a beauty editor, I am totally useless at doing my own hair. My natural texture is a cacophonous mix of waves, loose curls and even some totally straight strands—I’ve lost count of the number of hairdressers that have commented on it in bemused fashion—and coaxing it into any kind of recognisable style is basically impossible. So, generally, I stick with what I know: a quick blast with the hairdryer before leaving the rest to air-dry, and a couple of minutes going over any particularly wayward strands with a curling tong or straightening iron, depending on whether I want more or less texture that day. However, there’s one thing that I’ve always wanted to know and that’s how to do a d...
I Tried the Controversial Belly Chain Trend I Was Really Scared Of
If you’ve been looking at the recent runways or outfits unfolding among the fashion set, there’s one major trend that’s impossible to ignore: belly chains. I know, probably not what you were expecting—but the 2000s trend is back and stronger than ever. I have to admit that the accessory scared me the first time around and never entered my wardrobe, but I’ve suddenly been convinced to give it a second chance. I think the change of heart comes down to the styling. When belly chains first came onto my radar in the ‘00s, they were worn with other trends I avoided, like low-rise pants and velour sweats, but now we’re seeing them paired with more polished looks. At Chanel, belly chains were added to skirt suits, bikinis, and jeans. At Jacquemus, with a cropped cardigan a...
Oil-Burning, Not-Diesel Toyota Hilux Goes to 2.4 Hours of LeMullets
The diesel-powered Toyota Hilux is one of the most indestructible vehicles on the planet. This 1974 Hilux that David Newbern is loaning to Mike Finnegan and David Freiburger is not. But the Roadkill crew was invited to participate in Cleetus McFarland’s 2.4 Hours of LeMullets at the Freedom Factory, and they didn’t have a car to drive to Bradenton, Florida, so why not take this small-block-Chevy-swapped mini-truck? David Newbern picked up the brick-red Hilux from the $3k Hooptie Challenge, where it was a capable little truck. It had an LS bolted to a Turbo 350 going to a Ford 8.8 with 3.73s, a spool and slapper bars, but Finnegan and Newbern pulled that engine to put into Newbern’s Attempted Murder Nova for episode 111 when they Zoom-raced Tony Angelo. Since then, Newbern...
Hyundai TIGER X-1 UMV Is the Ultimate Walking, Wheeled Delivery Drone
Hyundai made waves in 2019 with its CES showing of the Elevate concept—an “Ultimate Mobility Vehicle” that featured motorized wheels attached to five-jointed “legs” that enabled it to walk and climb, as well as drive. The best-known walking vehicles in our collective consciousness are those wielded by the evil Empire in the Star Wars movies, so think of this one as a much smaller, nimbler, more agile, friendlier version of an All-Terrain Armored Transport “Walker”—but the “feet” are swapped for electrically powered wheels. Hyundai has continued working on the Elevate concept and recently gave us a progress report. See all 6 photos CRADLE to New Horizons The Elevate UMV (pictured above) was born in Hyundai’s Center for Robotic-Augmented ...
I Swapped Skincare Routines With My Grandma, and This Is What Happened
My grandma has taught me many things—how to master the art of tiddlywinks, that being bossy is a rite of passage if you’re the oldest child, how to spot a yellow sale sticker from a mile off and the importance of working hard, to name just a few. When it comes to skincare, however, she hasn’t taught me a thing. That’s because my grandma has what some might call a pared-back skincare routine. (I would call it a totally nonexistent one.) There are certainly some generational differences in our approaches to beauty—my grandma is 79, and I’m 31. Born in Zimbabwe, my grandma grew up using water, soap and a generous slathering of moisturiser—or Vaseline—to hydrate. And nothing much has changed since she moved to London in her 20s. During her working life as a teacher, her...
7 Items Jennifer Aniston Always Has in Her Capsule Wardrobe
As someone who tends to stick to a wardrobe of staples—with a daily uniform that consists of a knit sweater, a leather jacket, black jeans and boots—I consider my style icons to be those with a similar classic aesthetic. Okay, you obviously already know from the title of this story, but the legendary Jennifer Aniston is at the top of my list. TBH, I, like many, have had an infatuation with Jen and her effortless style ever since I first started watching Friends in the ’90s. (I still watch the Netflix repeats every night before I go to bed.) While I coveted her on-camera persona Rachel Green’s ’90s and early ’00s casual-cool looks, it’s Jen’s real-life wardrobe—spanning everything from tried-and-true denim favourites to tailored silhou...
33 Perfect Spring Buys From Mango, Free People and ASOS
There’s just something about being plunged into the depths of winter (snow and all) that really makes me fed up with cold-weather clothing. How about you? This week, while bundled up in blankets, shearling slippers and beanie hats for our Zoom calls, the team has been edging ever closer to investing in new-season pieces rather than additional layers to protect us against the inclement weather. We’ve even gone so far as to dream about summer sandals trends and the joyful printed dresses we’ll be aiming to wear ASAP. Spring is on our minds and in our online baskets, and fortunately, there are plenty of suitable new-in drops arriving to fulfil the virtual window shopping we’ve been doing a lot of. But where’s looking the best? Well, I know you...
Trust Me, I’m An Editor—10 Spring-Ready Buys That I Love This Week
As an editor at Who What Wear, I typically spend a lot of time looking at new-in products. So every week, I will be updating this story with the pieces that have caught my eye and that really stand out. The spring collections are slowly starting to arrive in new-in sections, and this spring more than ever, I’m leaning towards classic, quality pieces that feel really elevated and special, but that you can wear for more low-key plans. 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 ...
7 Trending High-Street Tops That Get the WWW Seal of Approval
Using information gathered from our site, we’ve identified some real winners from the likes of Weekday, COS, Arket and & Other Stories that have been given the WWW reader seal of approval. All of the below were undoubtedly picked out for their “elevated basic” aesthetic, which means you can throw on with your favourite jeans with minimal fuss. The results are a mix of classic long-sleeved tops, smarter blouses and, of course, the odd WFH loungewear staple. My favourite has to be the second-skin top, as seen in COS and Weekday, as they can be layered under shirts and knit vests or tucked into high-waisted trousers. I might just have to buy COS’s tie-dye iteration, as I doubt it’ll stick around for long. So if you’re look...
If You Swore Off Bras in 2020, These 44 Will Change Your Mind
If we’re being honest, getting dressed in anything but sweatpants last year wasn’t exactly the highest priority on our lists (much less putting on a pretty bra). But we’ve entered a brand-new year, and we can’t think of a more simple resolution than to lift your spirits every day than by slipping into clothing you love. From picking a 2021 trend to test out first to embracing low-effort outfit ideas, there are so many easy ways to find joy in dressing up again—even if it’s just worn on your living room sofa. And the easiest thing to embrace this year is a pretty bra. Before you let any anti-bra sentiment steer you, let us attest to the fact that there’s power in this staple piece. A pretty bra can not only be styled as a bra top look or underneath your coziest work-from-home out...
This Is the IG Account I Follow to Discover the Latest It Buys
It is rare these days for any brand to exist without a social media presence, but that’s exactly what Bottega Veneta decided to do in January. The luxury brand, which experienced a boom in popularity ever since Daniel Lee became creative director, removed its social media channels, including Facebook and, perhaps more importantly for the fashion crowd, Instagram. The important thing to note here is that Bottega is very much the brand du jour. Along with Kering’s other golden jewel, Gucci, Bottega is leading the way thanks to Lee’s minimalist aesthetic that appeals to those still mourning Phoebe Philo’s departure at Celine. What’s more, Bottega can easily boast having created some of the biggest It bags over the past couple of years. But where d...
