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8 Fancy Winter Outfit Trends to Wear With Jeans
Unless you live somewhere unseasonably warm, the thing about winter is that you can’t just wear any fancy outfit. Bare legs, arms, or toes are usually not a great idea unless you like shivering. You may be able to throw on anything and go in the summer, but dressy winter outfits require a little more forethought (and layers). I don’t know about you but I’m very fond of wearing jeans for fancy occasions in the winter, as they’re warm and they’re easy to style. But although they’re easy to style, that doesn’t mean I don’t want some new outfit ideas from time to time. That’s why I regularly scour Instagram for denim-outfit inspiration. My recent searches have been very fruitful and I pulled eight outfit ideas that show that ...
9 New Pieces Our Hardest-to-Impress Editor Really Loves This Week
That’s not to say that everything I buy is an investment—at least, not in terms of cost. I love the high street, and in Britain, we have access to some of the best affordable brands in the world. Although I shop from it, I do so mindfully. And I apply that same mentality to any high-end purchases I’m considering. In the past, I’ve been swayed into purchasing on name alone, but in my tenure at Who What Wear, I’ve developed a thicker skin for designer pieces, which allows me to look past the gilded embossing and instead see the piece for what it is and determine whether it’s actually worth it. As you can see, I’m very particular about the clothes I wear, the story they tell, and the impact they have on my life. So why not share my shopping picks with you? ...
Everrati Previews Its First Porsche 911 (964) EV
Everrati has confirmed its next classic car modification project will be on the Porsche 911 from the 964 generation. Teaming up with Aria Group in California, the new vehicle, now doused in a mesmerizing Mexico Blue hue, will mark Everrati’s first foray into the US market. Previously, the UK-based car manufacturer has worked on a Land Rover Defender Series IIA, where they successfully transformed the vehicle into an EV. Similarly, the Porsche 911 (964) will be modified into a fully electric vehicle, complete with a carbon fiber body and widebody kit. The original engine is swapped out with a brand-new electric powertrain with a 62kWh battery pack and the capability of reaching 0-60mph in under four seconds. Compatible with standard AC and DC fast charging, the vehicle can travel more than ...
‘Art Colure with Artistes — Curated by Jay Chou’ Exhibition Opens in Singapore
Jay Chou has opened his fine art exhibition, Art Colure with Artistes — Curated by Jay Chou, at the Sands Theatre, located in Singapore’s notorious Marina Bay Sands. Brought together by ENVISEAM with the support of L’Officiel under the AMTD Group, The Baer Faxt, and Showup.com, the exhibition showcases an array of artworks from renowned artists such as KAWS, Futura, Katherine Bernhadt, Gerhard Richter, Mark Bradford, George Baselitz, Jahan Loh, and Eddie Martinez amongst other, all handpicked by the Mando-pop king. As a visionary, artist, and cultural leader, Jay Chou intended the exhibition to be a testament to innovation as well as to reinforce the concept of “art is life” and how “art can be a powerful factor that shapes and is shaped by the lives of those around us.” On the opening nig...
3 Items I’d Never Buy in the High Street Sales, and 3 Pieces I Would
As someone who has worked in the fashion industry for 15 years now, I’ve seen the rise and fall of hundreds of trends. It makes me a bit of a weary shopper but a conscious one, and that’s no bad thing; I like to only invest in pieces that I know will go the distance. Rather than get swept up into the latest this or that, I try to tailor each season to my personal style DNA, and that’s precisely how I approach the Christmas sales on the high street. There are certain colours, cuts and key pieces that just suit me and the way I like to dress, but I’ve also come to be able to pinpoint the most classic and worthwhile wardrobes for the wardrobes of many others. We may not have the same taste, but there are certain capsule closet essentials that are ne...
These 7 Looks Prove That Every Outfit Is Better With a Shearling Coat
Is it just me, or are shearling coats dominating Instagram right now? Between Totême’s bestselling leather-trim design and, ahem, a certain Mango jacket, everyone under the sun (or the UK’s snowy skies) seems to be adding a cosy cover-up to their roster. The practical benefits of shearling, whether faux or real, hardly needs to be spelled out. If you’ve been hit by a a biting winter breeze even once in your life, you’ll understand the primal urge to bundle up in the softest, most teddy bear-like thing you can find—and shearling is pretty close. Knowing this, brands and designers have pulled out all the stops and fashioned this insulating material into some seriously stylish outerwear this season. Simpl...
Kate Middleton’s French Sister-in-Law Has Incredible Dress Sense
Kate Middleton‘s sister Pippa never needed an introduction again after that bridesmaid dress, but now there’s yet another chic member of the family to keep an eye on. In September last year, Alizee Thevenet married Kate and Pippa’s brother, James Middleton, and she has a cool, relaxed kind of style that I think you’ll love. Thevenet is French, works as a finance director in London, and from the looks of her Instagram, happily co-parents James’s five dogs. Talk about goals. Thevenet and Middleton have attended all manner of events since becoming betrothed; everything from a carol service at Westminster Abbey to this year’s Wimbledon. One thing has remained consistent at each do: Thevenet’s personal style. She’s donned some ...
Zara’s Sale Has Just Arrived—Here’s Our Edit of What’s Worth Buying
Zara is known for having three major sales: one in the summer months, one on Black Friday, and one that starts on Boxing Day. Naturally, we’re here to talk about the latter. Zara’s post-Christmas sale has just started and there are a few rules you need to know. If you want to shop Zara’s Boxing Day sale early, you need to access the app—the sale starts a whole day before the Zara.com one begins. You can tap into the discounts at 9 pm tonight (that’s Christmas Day!) via the app or at 10 pm tomorrow (Boxing Day) via the site. Regardless of the brand or discounts, we always advise caution when it comes to shopping during markdowns, so you’ll find a few tips and tricks for shopping the Zara sale below. Firstly, have a look through your wa...
All Our Editors Agree: These Are the Best M&S Pieces to Buy for 2023
It’s hard to imagine what the Great British high street would be like without Marks & Spencer; the brand many of us have come to rely upon for its elite lingerie and Percy Pigs. As impressive as its underwear and food departments may be, the category I believe M&S nails like no other is never-date fashion. I consider myself to be something of a Marks & Spencer shopping expert; from my formative years as an assistant being asked to run to the nearest store to stock up on tights and vests for styling kits, to attending store appointments to pull products for my own shoots, I know the blueprint of just about every London M&S store like the back of my hand. Needless to say, I am very familiar with what makes a great Marks & Spencer fashion fin...
Kate Middleton’s Christmas-Day Outfit Includes the Chicest Boots of 2022
If the Princess of Wales knows anything, it’s how to put together a Christmas Day outfit. Not that we’d expect anything less from Kate, but ever since her first appearance in 2011 with the royals at their traditional Christmas morning church visit, she has been getting it right year after year, serving us some serious festive-dressing inspiration when we need it most. Like any good winter outfit, her looks always centre around a statement coat that says cosy but refined. Sometimes she pairs her outerwear with suede boots or classic courts, and there’s nearly always a fabulous headpiece, her go-to drop earrings and a hint of faux fur. As the Princess settled into royal life, her Christmas Day outfits only got better and better. You only nee...
Honestly, These 37 Hairstyles Give Life and Oomph to Thin Hair
Thin hair may be low maintenance in some aspects (it requires little time to blow-dry and your salon appointments will be kept short), but it’s notoriously one of the most difficult hair types to style. Your main goal is probably all about adding lift, volume, and movement in order to create the illusion of thicker hair, but it takes more than a little effort to maintain shape and prevent roots from falling flat. Of course, as with any hair type, getting the right haircut for thin hair sets the best foundation for finding a foolproof hairstyle. So what kinds of cuts should thin hair types request from the hairdresser? “Shorter styles adding textured layers for lots of movement can help the hair to look thicker and give body,” advises hairstylist and content creator Holly Carr. “...
From Everything I’ve Studied in 2022, This Handbag Will Still Be It in 2023
2022 has been a year chock full to the brim with It bags. Balenciaga experienced more than a moment with their noughties-heavy Cagole shoulder bags, Chanel’s little quilted hearts were all over my Instagram feed and Prada‘s crystal-embellished styles were toted by celebrities, editors and influencers alike. While all of the aforementioned items are valuable and worth the investment (in fact, I’m very certain all will become collectors’ pieces one day), they do all share a lack of practicality. I know that doesn’t sound sexy, but the fact is, if you are a shopper who likes to prioritise timelessness, usefulness and longevity, then you might find that a trending handbag style won’t ever surface on your radar. But what if I told you you could...
