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These Are The 20 Results-Driven Moisturisers You Need To Know
It seems that serums have stolen some of the spotlight away from moisturisers. There’s always a new serum or treatment that grabs the attention of beauty fans but when’s the last time you heard someone raving about a moisturiser? But, honestly if you find a high-performance moisturiser that you get on with, then your skin is in for a treat. Unfortunately, the most results-driven ones in the bunch can usually be found in “anti-ageing moisturiser” categories. A term that surely we need to move past now. But, as our skin changes over the course of our lives, our product requirements can also change. Ultimately, what we’re looking for here are moisturisers that actually do the job and can team up with us to work with our skin concerns. Everyone has ...
3 Brands That Are Working to Reduce Waste in the Fashion Industry
With an increased global consciousness around fashion and sustainability, it’s never been more important to champion brands that are doing their bit for the environment. From the use of recycled materials to zero-waste garment construction, so many labels have created innovative ways to minimise their impact. And while there are several elements to ensuring a brand is sustainable, today we’re focusing on brands that are helping to reduce waste in the fashion industry. Including Cro-Che, a newly launched brand that has waste mitigation built into its ethos; MaisonCléo, the buzzy French label beloved by influencers; and Ilk + Ernie, which purchases surplus fabric, below are three labels that know what it means to put sustainability at the foref...
3 Brands That Are Working to Reduce Waste in the Fashion Industry
With an increased global consciousness around fashion and sustainability, it’s never been more important to champion brands that are doing their bit for the environment. From the use of recycled materials to zero-waste garment construction, so many labels have created innovative ways to minimise their impact. And while there are several elements to ensuring a brand is sustainable, today we’re focusing on brands that are helping to reduce waste in the fashion industry. Including Cro-Che, a newly launched brand that has waste mitigation built into its ethos; MaisonCléo, the buzzy French label beloved by influencers; and Ilk + Ernie, which purchases surplus fabric, below are three labels that know what it means to put sustainability at the foref...
This Bra-Size Calculator Is a Thing of Genius
Once you’ve done the band, then you want to measure the fullest part of your bust. Gently take the tape measure and measure it in inches as well. Then comes the slightly tricky bit: To work out what your cup size is, you want to subtract your band size from your bust size. From the difference between the two sizes, you can work out your cup. If the difference is less than 1, then it’s AA, 1 means A, 2 means B, 3 means C, 4 means D, 5 means DD, and so on. You’ll still need your band measurement to give you the number preceding the letter. For example, if your band size is 34 but your bust size is 37, then your bra size is 34C (difference of 3, again, means it’s a C cup). Of course, it’s worth mentioning that bras can fit differently according to different brand...
This Bra-Size Calculator Is a Thing of Genius
Once you’ve done the band, then you want to measure the fullest part of your bust. Gently take the tape measure and measure it in inches as well. Then comes the slightly tricky bit: To work out what your cup size is, you want to subtract your band size from your bust size. From the difference between the two sizes, you can work out your cup. If the difference is less than 1, then it’s AA, 1 means A, 2 means B, 3 means C, 4 means D, 5 means DD, and so on. You’ll still need your band measurement to give you the number preceding the letter. For example, if your band size is 34 but your bust size is 37, then your bra size is 34C (difference of 3, again, means it’s a C cup). Of course, it’s worth mentioning that bras can fit differently according to different brand...
19 Bronzers That Make You Look Like You’ve Been on Holiday
As many of us had plans to be jet-setting this summer but were met with indoor destinations instead, I’ve sought the bronzing miracles to give the appearance that we’ve spent time in warmer climes, even when it’s just the local park. The best bronzers give you a healthy and radiant glow, even when you’ve not had the chance to get more Vitamin D. A few swipes with a brush there or a couple of dabs of gel there, and you’ll look like you’ve been on the Costa del Sol, even if it’s more like Costa del London Fields. To master a luminescent complexion, it’s worth noting what to look for in a bronzer and the tools you’ll want to be equipped with to successfully craft your summer skin. A general recommendation is to avoid bronzers th...
I Keep Seeing This One Type of Sandal Everywhere
Look, I know there are a lot of sandal styles to be excited about right now. There’s the chunky (a continuation from last year’s iteration), the velcro or “dad” and, the most 2020 of them all, the heeled flip flop. But there’s another contender for coolest sandal style of the year—the rope. Consider these the exact sort of style of shoe you’d wear if you spent May to September on Ibiza. They’re slightly boho but with a cool edge. I remember first spying this style of footwear from Isabel Marant—the queen of bohemian-meets-rock-n-roll—and I still love them. Of course, Marant still has versions in her latest spring/summer 2020 collection but there are other designers who have mastered this sandal too. For example, Valentino has a black and ...
2021 Mercedes-Benz GLA Starts at $37,280—$1,755 More Than Before
The Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class gets a major overhaul for 2021 that sees new technology and fresh looks grace the smallest crossover in the three-pointed star’s model line. It also results in a higher starting price of $37,280—nearly $2,000 more than the 2020 GLA. Despite its price jump, the 2021 GLA 250 boasts a number of new standard features to justify its additional cost. Notably, the model welcomes the brand’s MBUX infotainment system. As in other Mercs, the GLA’s interior features two giant displays: One for cabin infotainment and another serving as a digital gauge cluster. The screens measure in at 7.0 inches, however, buyers can spend more to bump the displays up to 10.3 inches. See all 17 photos Motivating the GLA 250 is a turbocharged 2.0-liter inline-four that make...
2022 Ford F-150 Electric: What We Know
Electric motors are coming to the Ford F-150. The 2021 F-150’s PowerBoost gasoline-electric hybrid drivetrain comes first, which combines a twin-turbocharged 3.5-liter V-6 engine and a 10-speed automatic transmission with an integrated 35-kW electric motor. The hybrid merely marks the beginning of the F-150’s electric embrace. Come model-year 2022, the F-150 will add a true battery-electric drivetrain to its options menu. The model may don the name Everglades (likely cheekily badged EVerglades), or it may just be called the F-150 Electric. See all 44 photos Regardless of what it’s christened, the battery-electric F-150 will surely be able to continue the truck‘s tradition of hauling and towing serious loads, as evidenced by Ford’s decision...
15 Feel-Good Items I’m Loving This Summer
It’s Who What Wear’s Editor, Emma Spedding, here and for this latest shopping story I wanted to bring you something a little more personal—offering an insight into my routine and wardrobe as we all adapt to a new rhythm at home. Typically my shopping galleries are filled with strictly fashion buys, however for my feel-good edit this month I’ve expanded things slightly to include the other things that are making me happy at home. Having recently moved house I’ve been looking at homeware more than shoes, and like many, have been trying new beauty products in an attempt to recreate my own makeshift spa. We all know no material possession will change the situation we are in, but the 16 items below have been small mood boosters to me that have either helped to give ...
I Can’t Get Over How Expensive These & Other Stories Sandals Look
When it comes to minimalist’s whose aesthetic we admire, it’s hard to go past Marianne of Smyth Sisters. The influencer regularly posts enviable pared-back outfits that feature expert tailoring and neutral colour tones. She also has a special talent for finding expensive-looking staples on the high-street, which makes her one to watch when you’re in the market for an affordable gem. Recently, she’s been sporting a pair of padded leather sandals which easily look as if they could pass as designer, but just so happen to be from & Other Stories. The flat sandals feature an on-trend slingback silhouette, velcro closure and padded straps making for a comfortable summer shoe that can be perfectly paired against a myriad of outfits, including silky...
This Holy-Grail Product Is a Miracle for Dry, Mature Skin
There are so many products out there that are formulated to reduce the signs of ageing—wrinkles, fine lines, dull complexion, dark spots, sagging—and you might have a few in your bathroom cabinet. You’ve got your moisturisers, night creams, serums, masks, eye creams… But have you ever given face oils a thought? This could be your secret weapon for keeping your skin looking SO GOOD—especially if you have mature skin that is prone to dryness. “Oils can also be helpful in anti-ageing routines and provide antibacterial and healing benefits,” explains Robyn Gmyrek, MD, a board-certified dermatologist at Park View Laser Dermatology. “As we age, our skin moisture levels decline, causing dry, dehydrated skin, which makes fine lines and wrinkles more noticeabl...
