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If There’s One Accessory Trend You Try This Autumn, Make It This One
To steal the popular adage from Miranda Priestly, chain detailing doesn’t seem like the most groundbreaking concept when it comes to accessory trends. After all, chains have been used as functional straps on handbags for several decades. But when it comes to the chain embellishments of 2020, we have to say, they are definitely something to write home about. This season, the humble chain detail has been given an upgrade, and yes we mean that quite literally. Supersized and placed on shoes, jewellery and clothing, chains have gone from simply being a practical addition on an accessory to becoming a statement-making detail in and of themselves. From JW Anderson to Bottega Veneta, oversize chains appeared across the runway for A/W 2020—placed atop loafers, ...
7 Stylish Nail-Art Looks That Are Shockingly Easy to Re-Create
Nothing compares to the feeling of emerging from the salon with freshly painted nails. They may be small, but there’s something about having elegantly manicured talons that makes you feel more confident (not to mention significantly fancier). The only downside? The expense—particularly when you bring nail art into the equation. While the steady hand, creative flair and keen eye of your nail-art technician is undoubtedly worth every penny, keeping regular salon appointments can be costly. Which is why it’s worth practising some looks at home which will appease your nail-art craving between appointments. Nail art is known for being difficult to master, and that’s certainly true of some designs. There are, however, some options that’ll l...
Your Mercedes Mechanic Could Use Futuristic “Holodeck” for Repairs Soon
Next time some obscure component or one of the hundred-million lines of code that run your fancy new Mercedes-Benz goes glitchy, just pull into your dealer’s holodeck to get it sorted out. Okay, the car and service technician don’t get fully immersed in a Star Trek virtual reality den, but with Mercedes-Benz Virtual Remote Support, a set of HoloLens 2 virtual reality goggles running Dynamics 365 Remote Assist software (both by Microsoft) connects a technician at any of Mercedes’ 383 dealerships to an expert service rep who might otherwise have to physically travel to the dealerships to solve a thorny service problem—a hassle in normal times, and perhaps necessary in these socially distanced times. How does it work? The expert sees what the technician wearing the HoloLens ...
20 Autumn Buys That I’m Loving This September
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 autumn, more than ever I’m leaning towards classic, quality pieces that feel really elevated and special, but crucially that I can wear for my more low-key 2020 plans including walks, afternoons in the pub with friends and for working at home. As several warehouses and stores shuttered this year, the fashion industry faces huge challenges and strains that pose an inevitable threat to businesses, reflected in the number of flash sales launching every single day. Many of us won’t be shopping in the same way this year, but even a like on Instagram or a message...
I’m a Fashion Editor and This Is the One Pair of Tights I Swear By
Heist The Fifty Tights (£22) London-based brand Heist has a lot of hype, as it claims to have created the perfect pair of tights. Out of the 23 tights I tried, these were my favourite, as thanks to the high thread count (5000 yarns of nylon compared to the average 500), they’re soft, and the stretchy waistband and removal of the gusset means they keep their shape and don’t droop (gone are the days of trying to find a quiet corner to subtly hoist up your saggy tights). You also don’t realise quite how annoying the centre seam and seams on the toes are until they are gone—the only seams on Heist tights are at the base of your foot, so they don’t snag against your toenails. They might be more expensive, however, with detailed washing instructions and the snag-free desi...
Skincare-Infused Makeup Is the Biggest Beauty Trend of AW20, And I’m Here for It
While I really do love and appreciate makeup and all of its beauty, what I really don’t appreciate is what it does to my skin. Just one day wearing a full-coverage base will likely leave my face dry, upset and plagued with breakouts. You see, while most makeup is designed to make you look your best in the short term, the skin likes to breathe, and makeup doesn’t necessarily allow for that. While a full-coverage finish was once all anyone wanted, as years have gone on, trends have moved toward a more approachable, fresh-faced look. And we’ve been championing it from the get go, because what’s not to love about natural-looking glowy skin? The issue, however, is that the majority of us still itch for a little bit of coverage. And thus, we enter the vicious cycle of wanting to ...
Trust Me, These 8 Autumn Bag Trends Will be Future Classics
Bags, I’ll admit, probably aren’t on everyone’s shopping lists right now. But I still think they’re a real practical item to own—even if you’re not making the trip to the office or a brunch out with friends, they’re still useful for stashing your antibacterial gel, face masks and holding the usual keys, money and mobile. For this autumn/winter 2020 the emphasis is on classic trends that you’ll love for a long time to come—which is particularly important when we’re considering our budgets more than ever. For me, when applying this to bags, a great investment tote is all about finding one that a) you love and b) is so classic that when you wear it years later, it won’t look dated. You Deserve to Make Money Even When you are looking for Dates Online. So we reimagined what a dating shoul...
We Drive the Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 392 Hemi V-8 Concept!
For Jeep fans, it was Christmas in July. Looking to spoil the Ford Bronco’s big reveal a couple months back, Jeep dropped the Wrangler Rubicon 392 Concept stuffed with a 6.4-liter Hemi V-8 from the factory at roughly the same time. Jeep’s people say it’s still “taking feedback” on the concept, and after driving the beast, our feedback is this: Stop talking and start building. It’s not like we all didn’t know a V-8 Wrangler would be awesome. Companies like AEV have been swapping Mopar V-8s into Jeep Wranglers for decades, and other aftermarket companies and enterprising shade-tree mechanics have been doing it even longer. Hell, even Jeep did it more than 40 years ago, putting a 304-cubic-inch (5.0-liter) AMC V-8 in the pre-Wrangler CJ-7 for five yea...
Suzuki Jimny You Want Now Available in Two-Seat Cargo Guise You’ll Also Want
See all 3 photos Surely there’s a florist somewhere that only delivers to snowbound mountain cabins bemoaning the inability to purchase this new Jimny model. Alas, the European commercial vehicle market is much different than that of America’s. Still, by removing the small rear seats of the Jimny, the true potential of the sub-scale Jeep-like trucklet is revealed. Ditching the rear seat actually frees up a full cubic foot of space. The load floor is also much flatter, which is great for filling the entirety of the Jimny’s 30-cubic-foot cargo capacity to the brim without things falling over. That increased rear capacity and flatter shape will make loading it with off-roading or overlanding gear even easier, too. There’s not much space in a Jimny anyway, so maximizing...
2021 Ferrari Roma First Drive: Sheer Pace, Unflappable Poise
The 2021 Ferrari Roma is an emphatic celebration of the Italian gran turismo, a genre that in the 1950s and ’60s resulted in some of the most beautiful and desirable cars ever built in Maranello. But the Roma is not a carefully crafted homage to the past, a contrived pastiche of retro-whimsy wrapped around 21st century hardware. No, this Ferrari GT is in every way a thoroughly modern interpretation of a classic automotive concept, cleverly engineered and superbly executed. First things first: The Roma is not a replacement for the Portofino, Ferrari’s other V-8-powered front-engine GT. It is an addition to the lineup, and with a price tag of $222,620 it’s by a fraction the least expensive new Ferrari you can buy. In the rarified world of Ferrari-nomics, it’s a stone-...
Eleanor Hits the Gym: 810-HP Shelby GT500CR Features Lightweight Carbon Fiber Body
Have $298,000 burning a hole in your pocket and a hankering for a classic-looking Shelby GT500 with a modern twist? Meet the GT500CR Carbon Edition, a limited run of just 25 carbon-fiber-bodied specials that just so happen to go on a shocking diet. Shelby claims this special Mustang model tips the scales 600 pounds lighter than the regular GT500CR. There’s also a supercharged “Coyote” 5.0-liter V-8 in the mix, pumping out a claimed 810 hp with a laundry list of mods. Traction is handled by a nine-inch rear end with a limited-slip differential and coilovers to help with handling. Wilwood brakes provide stopping power, and a Tremec-supplied six-speed manual is the only transmission option. But it’s the body that has our full attention. Peek at the gallery below to see...
These Are the Best Items to Invest In When Shopping Vintage Online
Navigating the world of luxury vintage can feel like a bit of a minefield. Which items are worth investing in? Which will stand the test of time? And most importantly, how do you know if a product will hold its value? When it comes to making a luxury vintage purchase, all of these questions are valid musings, and luckily there are several experts out there who have the exact answers and insight you might seek. In the spirit of secondhand September, we tapped Fashion Director and Co-Founder of Vestiaire Collective, Sophie Hersan, to understand exactly which luxury vintage peices are worthwhile investments. “Unique vintage pieces always sell well and therefore tend to be failsafe investment pieces too,” Hersan explained. “Vintage Celine, Dior, Gucci, Nyl...
