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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, ...

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...

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...

What is U.G.L.Y Tribe? Understanding Girls Like You (U.G.L.Y. Tribe) is an organisation aimed at supporting young women aged 16-30 from marginalised, underrepresented, and disadvantaged groups. The programme supports young women through a series of self-development workshops, coaching, mentoring and events. Our sessions enhance personal, entrepreneurial and employability skills preparing young women to ‘propel into greatness’: Building self-esteem and confidence, encouraging leadership and entrepreneurship. Our programme combines group workshops and ongoing one-to-one activity, encouraging and facilitating peer to peer support. What type of mentorship does Ugly Tribe offer? We offer young women from disadvantaged communities who have completed our U.G.L.Y. Tribe programme one-to-one mentor...

Whether you’re a fan of puffers, trenches or oversized teddy coats, there’s no way to deny that the humble coat is an absolute necessity as we head into the autumn season. Thankfully, as per usual, there is plenty of inspiration to be had from the fashion crowd, proving that coats needn’t be an afterthought.  We’re seeing a number of standout trends start to emerge as we settle into September, and each and every one of them can be worn now with light layers then bulked up for the winter months. We’re talking luxe leather trenches, which will look so good with jeans and chunky boots, checked coats, for plenty of punk-inspired vibes, oh and not forgetting the clean-lined appeal of the classic wrap ...

“Retold was born out of a mission to make vintage and second-hand clothing inspiring and accessible to as many people as possible, especially to those who wouldn’t have considered wearing it before,” Clare explains. “There has been a huge shift in the last couple of years which has been amazing to see. People are consciously wanting to incorporate more secondhand into their wardrobes and therefore the vintage and pre-loved community has really grown significantly. Just look at Selfridges, a shop that has really embraced the secondhand retail market with pop-ups from Vestiaire, Depop, Hurr rental, and now their Project Earth campaign. I, for one, didn’t think even two years ago the wider retail sector would be embracing secondhand so much. “My t...

Historically, when speaking about London fashion trends, knowing what chic city dwellers were wearing was as easy as taking a look around a crowded tube carriage. Though as the last few months have totally altered the way we live, work and socialise, this year figuring out what’s trending amongst Londoners has become a slightly more digital affair. While once we used to take inspiration from the stylish women on the tube, at work events or sitting beside us at our local restaurants, now we’re turning to Instagram to see what’s in.  So what are all your favourite Londoners wearing for autumn? Well, with the current climate how it is, it seems we aren’t ready to give up loungewear just yet, though for autumn influencers are elevating the style...

The team at Who What Wear UK prides itself on uncovering cult items before they’ve even made it off the production line. We’re keen, to say the least, and a great portion of our time is spent documenting and analysing the Instagram posts of the thousands of cool women we follow on Instagram for high-street sightings. In fact, we have WhatsApp groups and Slack channels dedicated to these affordably priced power pieces, and we want to update you on them as soon as possible (aka after we’ve bought our faves). Our skills are so attuned that more often than not, we’ll have an inkling about a certain piece before it has hit the big time. Sometimes, you’ll find a flurry of brand-specific action due to a paid activation or natural desire to wear a parti...

When it comes to shopping the high-street, there are few people who manage to find expensive-looking pieces quite like Claire Wakeman. The influencer consistently uploads chic outfit photos, which contain pieces that look luxurious but just so happen to come with an affordable price-tag.  In fact, we constantly find ourselves watching her feed to see which high-street items she’s managed to get her hands on and as it turns out, Wakeman has a particular talent for finding stylish pieces on H&M.  Given her knack for tracking down H&M gems, we decided to ask Claire for her top tips on shopping the brand’s website, as well as a few links to pieces she currently has her eye on. As to be expected, her responses were full on the interesting tidbits onl...

If you lived through the noughties, there is probably a very specific image which comes to mind anytime anyone utters the word “body-con.” It’s likely the depiction of Paris Hilton or a young Kim Kardashian dressed to the nines in sky-high heels, smokey-eye makeup, and a figure-hugging bandage minidress. As iconic as those styles may be, some 20 years later, the concept of body-con has been reimagined, refreshed, and given an entirely new meaning.  As seen on the runways of Jacquemus, Bottega Veneta, Proenza Schouler, and more, 2020’s take on body-con is less about restrictive materials and more about flattering, soft, and comfortable fabrics. “Today’s version of body-con is more elegant,” explains Elizabeth von der Goltz, global buyi...