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Small But Mighty: 51 Summer Buys From the Coolest Independent Brands
Sadly, some of these labels are being hit by the current crisis, and as a publication, we’re doing our very best to support the talent we love in any way possible. That’s why we’ve dedicated our end-of-month shopping gallery to these independent brands. Honestly, we were spoilt for choice, and we wish we could include every brand we came across online (although that would turn into a long article), but we managed to whittle it down to 51 summer-ready pieces. Of course, we understand that many of you are tightening the purse strings right now, but we would love for you to show your support by giving your favourite independent brand some airtime on social media, posting a nice comment on its feed, or even just...
The One Place I Turn to For Luxe Summer Outfit Ideas
Working as an editor on a fashion publication, I am always on the lookout for new sources of inspiration, particularity when it comes to putting together a winning outfit. In the saturated world of social media, it’s all too easy to get lost in a hole of cookie-cutter ensembles and variations-on-a-theme influencer feeds. The trick is to look to places that might not seem obvious, and for me that’s Net-a-Porter. It’s simple: if I’m struggling to think of new ways to style something I’ll simply search for similar pieces on the site and it’ll come up with countless examples professionally styled outfits. Or, if I just need some general ideas for new pairings, I’ll look in the new-in section and see what takes my fancy. Plus, ...
28 Outfits That Make Basics Look Interesting
Minimalism is really having its moment this season. Thanks to The Row and Bottega Veneta, the pared-back approach to dressing has really taken hold in 2020. However, and perhaps this is more of a personal problem, is that I always struggle to keep this aesthetic looking interesting. Sure, I can dabble with a white-shirt–and–black-trousers combo, but I can end up looking a bit like a waitress. The thing is, I’m not a die-hard minimalist, so I haven’t honed the skills needed to really understand what it takes to make basics look super cool. And right now, with plenty of us working from home, basics are a must. So how do those who favour the above style keep it looking interesting when working from home? I spoke to four of my favourite minimalist Instagrammers and they all told me t...
2021 Ford F-150: It’s Got Screen Presence
The 2021 Ford F-150 promises to outperform its competition when it comes to max towing, payload, and horsepower. But nowadays, people expect their trucks to be not only capable but also comfortable and technologically advanced. Fortunately, the Blue Oval also improved these areas of its truck, giving its best-selling model a more inviting interior with company’s latest Sync 4 infotainment system. It’s standard across the board, however, the way you interact with it differs between trims and option packages. Bigger Screens Even base F-150s have a reasonably sized screen now. The 2021 Ford F-150 comes standard with an 8.0-inch touchscreen, which was previously optional. Buyers can upgrade to a Ram-rivaling 12.0-inch screen, too. Unlike the big screen on the Ram 1500, which has a ...
I’m Convinced This Summer Dress Colour Suits Everyone
As someone who’s worked in fashion for quite a few years, I’ve lost count of the number of times I’ve been asked for wardrobe advice. One area in particular that people want to know about is which colours suit them. While I always think you need to just work out what you love and go from there, I do know that there is one colour that suits everyone. A few years ago, my colleague and Editor-in-chief of Who What Wear UK Hannah Almassi wrote a piece on how red, and in particular primary red, is actually the most universally-flattering colour and suits all skin tones. Despite this, I’ve had a lot of people tell me that this colour isn’t for them. While I’ve always been a fan of the hue, I hope that any red naysayers will be encouraged to opt for it...
These Are the Products Emily Ratajkowski Swears By for Glowing Skin
Right now, we must admit that scrolling through Instagram doesn’t seem like the healthiest of ways to spend time. With workout videos, home tours and book reviews galore, it’s all too easy to fall into a comparison trap while scrolling through your feed. However, there is one particular Instagram movement happening right now that we think everyone can benefit from, and that’s the one where our favourite celebs show us what’s in their bathroom cabinets, including their go-to beauty products. With literally everyone in their homes at the moment, even the A-list can’t resist giving us a little glimpse into their everyday routines. While we all appreciate a good nosey into anyone’s beauty collection, there is a handful of celeb routines that we are itching to see. And as if the social media go...
All the Fragrances I Love This Summer Are Affordable
As the fragrance wardrobe is ever-changing, depending on mood, investing in lust-worthy expensive fragrances can seem quite daunting. Hence our edit of sultry, seductive and fresh scents that sustains it quality but are inexpensive and worth the investment. “Pretty florals always prove to be extremely popular especially with the sparkling notes of orange blossom, tuberose, jasmine and rose” says sustainable perfumer, Amy Christiansen, founder of Sana Jardin, exploring the notes that individuals reach for over the summer months. “If I had to choose notes which best evoke the feelings of summer, I would choose lemon, jasmine, ylang ylang and orange blossom, they will transport anyone to an exotic location”. With that in mind, I suggest you scroll through my edit of the best affordable s...
20 Anti-Ageing Night Creams That Actually Work
While you might be getting ready to sleep at night, this is when your skin is gearing up to do it’s biggest job—it does its best work at night; restoring, rejuvenating and recharging. That is why, more than ever, your evening routine needs to create the perfect environment for your skin to do its thing. When designing your evening routine, implementing an effective night cream will not only round off your skincare steps but aid your skin to do all the aforementioned work it needs to do. The products that you’ll more likely see results from are often formulated with stronger ingredients and richer textures to stand the course of several hours compared to a serum or day moisturiser. More often than not we seek a night cream that combats the trials of the day and offers other benefits such as...
2021 Audi Q5 First Look: Audi Refines Its Compact Crossover
We like the Audi Q5 a lot, and so do consumers. Its the company’s best-selling vehicle in the United States, and that’s because it’s a genuine crowd-pleaser. Its upscale yet understated looks inside and out, useful tech features, and combination of comfort and performance strike a great balance in a segment with tough competition. After all, the Q5 faces off against the sporty BMW X3, the sleek Mercedes-Benz GLC, the athletic Acura RDX, and the luxurious Lexus NX. And don’t forget the stylish Volvo XC60, either. The 2021 Q5 is not a ground-up redesign but a facelift of the model that Audi introduced for 2018. It’s a refinement of a formula we already know works well, with some tech upgrades and exterior additions. More on that in a bit. See all 28 photos ...
Dodge Teases 8,950-HP 2021 Performance Lineup With Exhaust Noise and Electric Guitars
Dodge, never a brand to shy away from patriotic marketing, has something big to tell us on Thursday. But until then, you’ll just have to play this maximum ‘Murica teaser on repeat. A brief release accompanying the teaser informs us Dodge will drop three more teaser videos on Wednesday, July 1, one each on its Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter accounts. A final teaser image will be released on the morning of Thursday, July 2, before the big announcement, which will stream live on Dodge.com later that day at 12 p.m. eastern time. What’s the big news? Dodge promises a complete look at its 2021 performance lineup, which we take to mean the Journey won’t be getting a mention. The mostly muscle car brand claims its expanding performance portfolio will offer a combined 8,95...
I’m a Modern Mystic—Here’s How I’ve Been Making My Skin Routine More Mindful
When’s the last time you actually spent some quality time with your skin? Actually taking your time to notice how each product feels on your skin and just noticing how your skin feels underneath your fingertips. As you apply your face oil (again, you can do this outside of the bathroom if you have more time), you’re going to really pay attention to your skin as you massage it in. Pour a few drops of oil into the palm of your hand, feel its texture, temperature, and weight and breathe in the scent. Then close your eyes and pat the oil in. As you massage the oil into your skin, you can spend some time in gratitude, thanking your skin for protecting you, for being the largest organ in your body, for being a barrier, repairing and regenerating itself and allow...
I Found the Best Summer Sale Buys From & Other Stories, COS and Topshop
We thought we’d start with three of our favourite fashion heavy-lifters: COS, & Other Stories and Topshop, all of which have so many winning buys lined-up in their discounted drops. Putting together our sales wish list, I made sure to include plenty of versatile basics that will stay fresh for many summers to come. Highlights include linen separates, utility jackets, throw-on jumpsuits and classic white tees—essentially, all you could ever need from July to August and onwards. So whether you’re looking for new pieces to add to your capsule or simply craving some style inspiration for a wardrobe sort-out, scroll down to see and shop the best of the summer sales. You Deserve to Make Money Even When you are looking for Dates Online...
