BASICS

Even fashion expert Alexa Chung showcased her cosiest jumper on Instagram lately, and ever since, I’ve been keeping a mental list of the best styles I’ve come across, both online and on a couple of recent trips to Oxford Street. Of course, knitwear is hitting the stores thick and fast now that the clocks have gone back and the temperature has dropped significantly. Everyone from H&M and Zara to Net-a-Porter and MATCHESFASHION.COM has some gorgeous styles I just want to wrap myself up in, and no doubt, you will too.  Keep scrolling to see my edit of the best cosy jumpers out there right now, from cable-knits to cashmere polo necks. They’re all ready to be your new best friend this winter…  You Deserve to Make Money Even...

Show me someone who doesn’t like to make their life easier, and you’ll be showing me a liar. There are shortcuts some of us purposefully seek out for a breezier time (read: more minutes in bed), and those are the ones you particularly need at this time of year when the schedule is chaotic. It’s in these moments that you a) deserve to know how to have a capsule wardrobe and use it to get ready in a few short moments and b) that you need to lean on a few clever items that do a lot of the prep work, the legwork and the faffing around for you. A worker is nothing without their tools, and no matter how organised or efficient you may be, it’s always worth investing in the gadgets that are top of the range and are going to help—not hinder—your busy calendar. So keep readin...

Having worked in fashion for 15 years now, it’s safe to say I have tried a lot of steamers out. I’ve worked with industrial-sized steamers on the most high profile and high octane of shoots, but I’ve also given many a home clothing steamer a go in a panic to get out of the door looking less creased in a jiffy. So when there’s a potential fashion gadget sale opportunity—like Amazon’s Prime Day Early Access Sale (don’t dwell on the disastrously un-catchy promo name, just focus on the deals)—then that’s when it’s a good time for me to share my expertise in the world of garment care. For the uninitiated, Amazon’s sale today (Oct 11) and tomorrow (Oct 12) is for Prime members who can look at these offers ahead of the general u...

I’m a petite size 12 and the world of trousers is not one that I can easily inhabit. Finding perfect-fit pants on the high street (or from designer brands) is like a needle in a haystack and it is incredibly rare that I can buy a pair of jeans or trousers without having to factor in the remedial work of hems needing to be taken up or waistbands needing to be taken in to accommodate my waist-to-thigh ratio. Fortunately, I’m not too shabby when it comes to sewing (thanks, fashion design degree!) but in all honestly I don’t have time for absorbing yet another life admin task or the budget to keep carting everything I own off to a tailor. It’s why you’ll often find me wearing dresses and skirts rather than trousers, but 2022 is nothing if ...

“Zara does the best blazers with a great flattering shoulder structure for all body shapes,” she explains. “Arket has the best knitwear and their oversized roll-necks look far more expensive than they are thanks to their lux looking cut. I have hunted high and low—even in price point—for the ultimate oversized white shirt, and & Other Stories have the dream one. It’s the right level of oversized, and its finishings won’t swamp you.” Charlotte has created a list of the 27 items you need in your wardrobe. “[It’s been] a development and research process, but I feel with the exception of two trend pieces that change per month, the rest are timeless,” she says. “You could use this season’s bodysuit under a blazer instead of a white shirt and team with impeccably tailored wide-leg trousers t...

Age is clearly just a number. And in no way should the year you were born have anything to do with your sartorial choices. That said, I often tap women over 50 for top-notch style guidance given their more experienced fashion point of view and their trial-and-error experience with style. In fact, the group of chic women over 50 below are some of my favourites for shopping inspiration. After I recently scrolled through their feeds, it became evident that there are specific staples and elevated basics that are essential for them. And yes, I want to add all of these pieces to my own wardrobe if I haven’t already. (Ahem, slouchy blazers.) Keep scrolling to check out the items these influencers wear on repeat along with inspired shopping picks if you’re interested in ...

Janet Gunn is the inspiring influencer behind The Grateful Gardenia. Originally from Texas, the 58-year-old style guru is now settled in Los Angeles with her husband, son, and dog Buster. She’s worked as a Dallas Cowboys cheerleader, flight attendant, actor, jewellery designer, and beyond. In other words, she has a ton of experience and an equally cool personal style. Melissa Meyers is a Los Angeles–based influencer with a focus on beauty, style, travel, and wellness. Her blog, The Glow Girl, aims to empower women to embrace the best version of themselves, age gracefully, and cultivate a glow from the inside out. She also happens to be 54 years old and has a penchant for masterfully styling trends. Here, the fashionable duo teams up to discuss the basics they swear by. Oh, ...

Autumn is my favourite season for fashion. It probably has something to do with my love of back-to-school shopping as a child and that idea of starting off fresh for a new season. On that note, I usually start researching autumn outfit ideas and trends in August so that I’m ready when that first cooler day comes. Today, I thought I’d specifically focus on the basics I’m interested in adding to my rotation this fall. Given that basics are the backbone of my wardrobe, I pay a lot of attention to this category. Below, you’ll find the simple fall basics I’m feeling right now as well as those trendier basics that could have the power to become new mainstays in my wardrobe. Keep scrolling for all my favourite pieces and and shopping inspiration. You D...

Often, certain items in the fashion world earn their stripes from being an It buy, or the latest piece everyone is wearing a particular week. But some items are so established, they needn’t be trend-led to be important. We’re talking about the trench coat you’ll wear a million times without ever tiring of it, the tailored trousers that go with any top, and the leather bag that’ll become part of your everyday uniform. It’s easy to not shout about these reliable staple pieces, but as the base to many great outfits, it’s time to give them some recognition. While some autumn/winter trends can be ticky to translate for us mere mortals, we can almost guarantee these fail-safe items we’re about to show you will be the hardest working in your wardrobe (if they’re not already.) ...

As we head into the last few weeks of summer, our minds can’t help but wander into autumn. With so many fresh trends ready to try, we’re thinking about all the ways we can incorporate them into our existing wardrobes, as well as how we can bring some of our favourite spring/summer trends with us too. Because some we’re just not ready to let go of— the designer logo vest being one of them.  First spotted on the spring/summer catwalk at Loewe, the ‘affordable’ designer piece went on to sell out in hours, probably thanks to editors and influencers jumping on it with lightening speed. Then Prada made us want one even more when they showed a version on their latest autumn/winter catwalk too. Unsurprisingly, now other labels are producing their own it...

“I would advise against anything really constricting,” says Fischbach. “You want to get the most comfortable you can be to avoid cramping, swelling, and anything that can affect you later.” Allowing for healthy blood circulation is especially important to avoid deep vein thrombosis (DVT), which occurs when a blood clot forms in a vein, usually in the legs. “It’s very important to be able to move around a bit in your seat—very difficult, I know—and keep your blood flowing,” Fischbach explains. “If you are tall, travel a lot, or are on a long flight, this is extremely important because you face the risk of developing DVT.” More innocuously, swelling in the stomach can also occur, causing discomfort, especially if you’re in restricti...

Breton stripes never go out of fashion. They are far too classic and essential an item to be relegated on a whim, but it’s true that they do go through moments where popularity surges, and they become noticeably more on-trend than a season or moment before. Now is one such time. Everywhere I look, there are Breton stripes, and people are wearing them in such a variety of new ways that it’s the perfect time to gather inspiration. A nautical trend to autumn fashion is like butter to bread—the two are so much more delicious together and are inextricably linked. You will find that a well-chosen striped knit or tee is the kind of clever item, albeit simple, you’ll pull out at this time every year without fail, making it an investmen...