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Cheap and Cool ’80s Cars to Buy Now
Let’s take a look at some sweet 1980s cars that could even be purchased with the savings from a part-time job. Mind you, that sort of cash isn’t going to get you into a pristine example of these rad rides but rather for a running, non-basketcase version. Think of it as a driveable project car. While there isn’t anything too obscure in this list, we think it’s a good start in your search for a relatively affordable cool, classic car. Chevrolet Camaro or Pontiac Firebird The third-generation F-Body provided years of source material for mullet-mocking and hair-metal bashing, but the Camaro and Firebird still remain a great way to get cheap horsepower. With the astonishing number of third-gen cars floating around today and with some patience, you can still find a g...
Is Ram’s Astonishing Pickup Truck Dominance a Flash In the Pan, Or the New Normal?
Life is awash in sports metaphors. A struggling automaker might be behind the eight ball and throw a Hail Mary with a desperate product launch—which can result in a home run or getting put down for the count. (And yes, I know I’m mixing billiards, football, baseball, and boxing metaphors here.) These clichés are thrown about with such abandon that people may not even realize that sport is being referenced anymore. But there is one sports reference that never loses its impact: three-peat. Only true dynasties can declare such a trio of title triumphs: The Shaq and Kobe L.A. Lakers, the Lombardi-era Green Bay Packers, and the Air Jordan Chicago Bulls (who did it twice). Not even the Ruth and Gehrig New York Yankees took three in a row. To win the title three times in a row is a feat of ...
15 Throw-On Outfits That Are Anything But Boring
If there was one word that dominated the fashion landscape in 2020 it would have to be loungewear. The numbers don’t lie: According to Lyst’s ‘Year in Fashion’ report, searches for sweatpants went up 104% month-on-month throughout April, and cosy buys such as Nike joggers (a 213% spike year-on-year), Ugg slippers (201,000 average monthly searches) and Frankie Shop’s tank top dominated the ‘World’s Most Wanted’ top 10. Meanwhile, searches for co-ords increased 120% year-on-year. Phew, that’s a whole lotta loungewear. 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...
We’ve Discussed It and These Other 6 Brands Are Just As Good As Zara
Zara needs absolutely no introduction that’s for sure. From Instagram accounts honoring a trending Zara coat or spotty dress to being the Duchess of Cambridge‘s go-to for classic staples, Zara can do no wrong. But did you know that the high-street mega brand also owns a load of other different, but just as great, high-street labels? It might have passed you by as each of the sister brands has its own identity—distinctly different from the original, so you might not even realise they’re part of the same group. There’s Massimo Dutti, which is a more grown-up sort of label, offering chic separates such as cashmere cardigans and leather shirts. Uterqüe is the fashion-forward brand, which is the place to find brightly-coloured shirts and bol...
30 Gifts Fashion Girls are Guaranteed to Love This Christmas
When it comes to finding the perfect Christmas gifts, things can easily become overwhelming with so much out there these days. Nailing down that thoughtful, luxurious and within-budget special something can be tough, so we’re here to help. We might not be experts in what to buy your little brother, but we can certainly say with authority we have a pretty good idea what fashion girls want. So, whether you’re currently curating your own list and in need of ideas, looking for something to treat yourself, or searching for the perfect gift for the designer-devotee in your life, trust us when we say you need to check out The Outnet this year. One of the fashion world’s insider secrets, their premium selection of designer brands at much more affordable prices makes it an ideal destinat...
This Basic £25 H&M Knit Makes Any Winter Outfit Look Luxe
As we settle into winter, knitwear tends to ascend the ranks of our priority list. The cosy cold-weather staple becomes a daily must-have and a key part of every outfit, regardless of the occasion. Of course, this means we’re constantly on the lookout for new styles and quality investment pieces that we know will see us through winters to come. Enter H&M. The high-street retailer has become a go-to for many stylish insiders and this year in particular their knitwear offering has been exceptionally strong. From trend-led styles, like statement collar jumpers to traditional classics, such as chunky cable knits, H&M’s knitwear selection has been championed by influencers and editors alike. Stylist Hannah Lewis has been spotted in one of the retailer’s...
Eberechi Eze named Crystal Palace Player of the Month
Eberechi Eze has expressed his delight after he was named Crystal Palace’s W88 Player of the Month for November. “It’s a great privilege and I’m grateful the fans have been entertained by my performances. It’s a great pleasure. “Leeds was a huge game for me. It was the perfect opportunity for me to come in and to stake my claim. It was a great performance by the boys, great points on the board.” The summer signing shone for netting his first Premier League goal in style, rifling home a free-kick against Leeds United at the start of the month and bagging an assist in the same game. Frustrating results followed for the Eagles, but fans felt Eze stood out, choosing him for the POTM accolade with almost 64% of the vote. Eze beat Nathaniel Clyne (10%) to first place in the vote after the defend...
Relive the ’90s Outdoor Lifestyle in This Minty Stick-Shift Ford Explorer
Today’s Ford Explorer is a fairly run-of-the-mill three-row family SUV, which means it offers all-wheel drive, no real off-road capability, and is sold exclusively with an automatic transmission. But it hasn’t always been this way—those who remember the original Explorer, you know, the one in the first Jurassic Park movie, will recall that it was a much more capable, much less polished thing. That was partially due to its roots in the Bronco II platform shared with the Ranger pickup truck, and partially because anything SUV-shaped in 1991 was just expected to be able to, at a minimum, get a little dirty. Maybe bash a few rocks. The Explorer was a truck at heart, and its long-throw manual transmission just added to its rustic charm. Should anyone feel like reliving the...
Picking the Brain of Mike Koval Jr. Head of Ram Brand, After Another MotorTrend Truck of the Year Win
Congratulations on the three-peat win as MotorTrend Truck of the Year for the Ram 1500 TRX. What is your secret for success? First of all, thank you very much. Once again as a brand we find ourselves humbled and honored for the recognition and the secret is great people inventing great product. And I think that since Ram became a standalone brand back in 2009, we’ve had the competitive advantage really of focusing clarity in our mission and that is as the only dedicated truck and commercial van brand we are fully and entirely committed to understanding and delivering on the unique needs of our customers as a truck brand. How do you follow this up? What is next? Well that’s a great question and one certainly we’re not going to rest on our laurels. I think an award of this ...
I’m Too Lazy to Dress Up This Christmas, But I Just Might Wear These 6 Outfits
It’s the fashion update that I never would’ve predicted a month ago, but according to Lyst searches for sequin pieces have risen significantly over the last two weeks, with page views currently up 165%, alongside an 88% rise in searches for glitter and crystal-embellished shoes. Apparently, despite a global pandemic, lots of the British public are still up for getting on their glad rags for the festive season—even if that’s from the comfort of their sofa. In some ways, it’s not that surprising if you consider the fact that most of us have been living in loungewear for the last seven months and celebrations have been put on pause. I don’t know about you, but I’m certainly taking advantage of...
2021 Audi R8 Panther Edition Is Rare, Dark, and Only for Us.
The entry-level Audi R8 loses its all-wheel-drive system for 2021. The mid-engined model now sends its power exclusively to the rear wheels—a boon for drifting enthusiasts. (Don’t worry, Audi still offers a 2021 R8 with all-wheel drive, however, consumers wanting that feature now have to spring for the pricier R8 Performance.) Now, Audi’s catering to rear-drive R8 fans who want to stand out from the typical R8 pack with the stealthy Panther Edition. The R8 Panther Edition is essentially a murdered-out version of Audi’s 10-cylinder sports car. The model’s exclusive Panther Black crystal is littered with metallic flakes, which gives the hue a unique sheen relative to that of Audi’s typical Mythos Black paint. Additionally, the door mirrors, side blades...
Trust Me, I’m An Editor—20 Buys That I’m Loving This December
As an editor at Who What Wear, I typically spend a lot of time looking at new-in products. So every month, I update this story with the pieces that have caught my eye or that I have saved to my wish list. For winter, more than ever, I’m leaning towards classic, quality pieces that feel really elevated and special, but that I can wear for my more low-key 2020 plans. As several warehouses and stores shuttered this year, 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 this year, 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 hei...
