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2023 BMW M2 Receives Packed Lineup of M Performance Parts
Following the debut of the 2023 BMW M2 earlier this month, the Munich-based automaker has announced a hefty list of performance parts that will become available as add-ons to the vehicle upon its arrival in April 2023. On the exterior, BMW has crafted a series of carbon fiber parts, including a front splitter, side skirts, frontal air intake inserts, mirror caps, a rear spoiler and a diffuser. Additionally, the carmaker offers an M-labeled tow strap and M Performance titanium and carbon fiber exhaust tips for a final flair. The vehicle prioritizes agility in its control, and the M Performance suspension system makes that sentiment a reality. The add-on includes height-adjustable spring cups in both the front and rear axles, which allows drivers to lower the ride height by up to 10 millimet...
I’m a Seasoned Shopper, But Even I Was Wowed by These 9 Luxury Autumn Buys
Calling myself a “shopping expert” is not something I take lightly, and believe me when I say there is a lot of legwork involved. Fortunately for me, I happen to love spending hours in the shops looking for the kind of hidden gems that I know you’ll love, and if you’re in rush and want to know where to find the best pieces on the market right now, allow to me to share with you some of the best new-in pieces to land this month. And trust me, there are some good ones. While I am a fully fledged high-street devotee, it’s always exciting to look through the latest luxury collections and be able to shop designer pieces straight from the runway. So this week, I headed into MATCHESFASHION.COM, Browns, Selfridges and Liberty to...
5 Makeup Tips to Know About If You’re Trying to Disguise Tired Eyes
I am no makeup whizz, trust me. I can’t do winged liner (despite years of trying), I have no idea how to contour like people on TikTok do, and any attempt at lining my lips is guaranteed to end badly. Truthfully, my lack of artistic ability is probably the reason I like to keep my makeup natural-looking and as quick and easy a possible. There is, however, one makeup technique I consider myself a master at, and that’s my ability to brighten up my constantly tired eyes. My incessant dark circles, puffy eyes and persistent under-eye bags mean that I’ve become somewhat of an expert in disguising tired eyes. I have absorbed every tip and trick that I have received throughout my eights years as a beauty journalist fro...
BLACKPINK Debuts Second Casetify Collaboration: Shop the Limited Collection
All products and services featured are independently chosen by editors. However, Billboard may receive a commission on orders placed through its retail links, and the retailer may receive certain auditable data for accounting purposes. BLINKS, get ready! The latest BLACKPINK x Casetify collaboration is now live. The limited collection dropped on Tuesday (Oct. 25) and invites fans to “become besties with their favorite K-pop girl group.” The BLACKPINK x Casetify collection features six different designs, which includes a mirror case inspired by the group’s hit single “Pink Venom” and memo cases with pre-printed autographs from Jisoo, Jennie, Rosé and Lisa. Fans can also customize the memo cases with their own unique message. The collection retails for $28-$122 and features an assortment of ...
The Easy Outfit Formula Our Editors Plan on Wearing All Winter
As far as outfit formulas go, there’s nothing quite as easy to throw on in autumn as jeans, boots, a jumper and a coat. It’s an outfit that can take you seamlessly from Sunday brunch to an afternoon at the pub, and in late autumn, it’s probably exactly what you’re putting on each morning before you leave the house. We’re big advocates of this simple structure and tend to live in it through autumn and well into winter, mixing in a rotation of our favourite knits against various pairs of comfy jeans. Of course, each look is topped with a warm coat and a scarf or beanie, depending on how Arctic the temperatures are. Last but not least are the boots. This item finishes the look and can be used to dress your outfit up or down. High-heeled boots will...
Anne Hathaway’s Airport Outfit Includes Puddle Pants and a Very ’90s Shoe Trend
By now, everybody knows that jeans—especially rigid, non-stretch ones—are best kept in your carry-on when travelling as opposed to on your person. After all, sitting in tight jeans can be difficult enough without adding in a long plane ride. And yet, that didn’t stop Anne Hathaway from hopping on a flight to LAX last week in perhaps the stiffest possible style: long cargo jeans that puddle around the ankle. For her trip back to Los Angeles, the Devil Wears Prada star (with the help of her stylist, Erin Walsh) paired a super-light-wash pair of cargo jeans from Isabel Marant with a lightweight pink knit, a red Veronica Beard blazer, and a patterned, silk scarf tied around her neck. With it, she added even more accessories that airport security&nb...
PSA: COS’s Sell-Out Crossbody Bag Is Back in Stock
Listen up, everyone. I’ve found the perfect bag. Not only is it ideal for daily life—it fits your wallet, a mask, hand sanitiser and even a bit of makeup—but it’s also great for evenings out. Don’t believe me? Well, the good news is I’ve collected the evidence to prove how versatile and chic this bag actually is. But first, let me give you the details. It’s a leather crescent-shaped handbag with a thick strap. It’s smooth and pretty featureless, other than a couple of silver belt studs and a well-hidden zip. There’s no denying that it bears more than a resemblance to The Row’s Banana Bag, but it actually comes from COS at a much more affordable price point. It’s unsurprising, then, that I’ve spotted so many minimalist...
Alexa Chung’s Autumn-in-London Capsule Consists of 7 Easy Staples
With the colder weather well and truly upon us, the mornings are getting harder. Waking up to darkness doesn’t evoke the energy needed to throw off a cosy blanket and brace the crisp cool air beyond. Once you’ve committed to leaving your duvet cocoon, you definitely don’t need to be standing in front of your wardrobe despairing about what to wear. That’s where I come in. I’ve pulled together an autumn capsule so you always have an outfit in mind, and save you shivering in your pyjamas staring into your closet. And all these capsule pieces are approved by our fashionable friend, Alexa Chung. Designer, presenter and trend-setter Alexa Chung has an enviably cool wardrobe. Her effortless way of pulling pieces together seems like a feat that one would have to...
Take a Closer Look at the Tom Sachs x Avant Arte Print
For those desperate to own an original Tom Sachs artwork, Avant Arte is set to make it a little easier. The platform, dedicated to making art ownership “radically more accessible”, has announced a collaboration with the revered New York-based artist, which will see a screenprint sold at €750 (approximately $740) over the course of a 24-hour period. The collaboration came about after Avant Arte co-founder Christian Luiten – who also serves as the company’s Head of Artist Community – first met Tom in 2019 for a studio visit. Here, they discussed doing a print together but wanted to wait until the moment was right. That moment came about three years later when in 2021, Luiten met with Michael Govan, the Director of LACMA. At the time, the institution was working with Sachs on the Rocket ...
Tom Sachs is Launching a Limited Edition Print for €750
Tom Sachs has done a lot of things over the past three years, but he hasn’t created a screenprint. Now, he’s set to return to the method and is launching a limited-edition with Avant Arte, which will be on sale for 24 hours and priced at €750 (approximately $740). Named “Too Darn Hot”, the work is the first print edition related to his Rocket Factory project – a digital platform that allows users to build, buy and sell virtual rocket components each featuring branding from different companies. Too Darn Hot is based on a so-called “Frankenrocket” acquired by LACMA in 2021. A Frankenrocket is a rocket made up of three different components rather than a “Perfect Rocket”, which is made up of uniform pieces. As pictured on the print, LACMA’s Frankenrocket combines a Cup Noodles-branded tai...
I’ve Found The 25 Best Braided Hairstyles to Save for Your Next Salon Trip
Of all the protective looks on offer braided hairstyles have to be up there as my favourites. When I first transitioned back to my natural hair 8 years ago, I used braids to hit the duelling textures of my coils and the straight, chemically relaxed hair rather than chopping it all off. They were so easy to wear, lasted for ages and went with every outfit. But that’s not to say that there aren’t any drawbacks to braided styles. “While there are some quicker styles to do, a traditional box braid look can take 6-or-so hours,” warns celebrity hairdresser Lorraine Dublin. The time a braid install takes is very dependent on the style and length of the hair, however, the fact they can last up to two months makes all the time in the chair more than worth it, not having to worry about fully wa...
8 Timeless Outfits French Girls Swear By For Autumn
We talk a lot about French style. But it’s understandable when French women appear to dress so well. With Instagram, we’ve been able to see easily the kinds of outfits that these women go back to over and over. So why wouldn’t we take a moment to do a deep dive into the timeless French outfits we always spot? Think of this as your ultimate guide to French dressing and the outfits French women love. Below, I’ve found eight classic ensembles that I always spot. Whether it’s a trench coat styled with knee-high boots or a pair of jeans, a white tee and a blazer, there are just some outfits that French women will never stop wearing. Keep scrolling for the looks that will take you through autumn/winter, into 2023 and beyond. You Deserve to Make Money Even When you are lo...
