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There are few pieces that are true wardrobe staples, but it is safe to say that the midi skirt is definitely one of them. No matter the season, its versatility and simplicity ensure it remains on the rail year-round. Plus, while minis and maxis haven been making a comeback, you can rest assured the humble midi skirt is still current, with many designers incorporating it into their autumn 2022 ready-to-wear collections. Chanel dished out retro plaid styles, Stella McCartney wowed with bright satin, and Balenciaga went down the pleated route. Whether you’re looking for a chic and polished date-night look or something more relaxed for the weekend, the midi skirt is the perfect foundation to many a stylish outfit, with the ability to be dressed up or down wit...

I love autumn. As summer comes to a close, the mere mention of browning leaves and creamy hot cocoa is enough to send me rummaging through my wardrobe to rediscover all my cosy cold-weather clothes. Goodbye, cotton dresses and strappy sandals. While I’m always careful not to unnecessarily add to my ridiculous mountain of knitwear, I can’t help but take a peek at which fresh trends are emerging this time of year and how my favourite designers are interpreting them. No doubt about it: This year’s trends are good. So good I’ve composed a fantasy wish list that would likely cost the value of a small house to fulfil. But as someone who describes their style as classic when asked, I’m forever on the hunt for investment pieces that I know I’ll get endl...

In case you missed it, September is just around the corner. Summer’s almost over, but I’m not sad. I have the new season, an autumnal wardrobe and Christmas to look forward to. Whereas the warmer months are all about swimwear, linen and floaty dresses, September is all about the back-to-school vibe. Although I’m no longer in school (nor do I have children who are), I still find myself looking out for a new uniform to match the new season. After a long, lazy summer of ice lollies and napping, heading back into the office feels like the beginning of term. And with this sense of newness and opportunity usually comes a new wardrobe. Building on the “back to work” feeling, I always look out for key capsule pieces that I can layer according to the temperature a...

There is no piece of clothing I love as much as black wide-leg trousers; in particular, my pair from COS. They are the epitome of timeless style, relevant for every season, perfect for every outing and deserving of a place in every capsule wardrobe. Needless to say, I am pretty obsessed with them.  Tailoring is something I’m gripped by year in, year out. And black wide-leg trousers are something everyone will always need. They cross the borders of occasion, from corporate work events to even, dare I say, date-night attire. The styling possibilities are endless, making them a worthy investment piece. Although tailored trousers were once deemed a traditionally masculine silhouette, the cut of wide-leg trousers is undeniably elegant, elongating the leg and addin...

We Brits love to talk about the weather. Be it a heatwave or a thunderstorm, we’ll have something to say (read: complain) about it. But in all seriousness, the unpredictable weather can play havoc with our outfit choices. And there’s no trickier time than the present. Summer weeks are limited, and autumn is on the horizon, so it’s constant toss-up between which season to dress for. While our hearts are saying stick to linen, our heads (and most probably the forecast) is telling us to start thinking about layers. It’s all about being clever with the way you dress, and in our opinion, taking note from others is the most faff-free option. So, whether you imitate Marilyn and wear your summer shorts with knee-high boots, or you take note from Chrissy and embrace the trench-coat with a...

Thanks to the social media platform and the fact that the 2000s were 20 years ago (!!!), there is a current revival of everything related to what is now determined to be Y2K fashion. According to a Stylight report, “these turn-of-the-millennium trends are booming thanks to Gen Z discovering and showcasing them on TikTok”. It’s a compliment, really, that the young and hip people of today regard my generation as aspirational in terms of style. That’s what they’re saying, isn’t it…?  Admittedly, I was scared when Y2K fashion first came back around. I wouldn’t even go as far as to say that I got it right the first time it happened, so why would I repeat the same mistakes now as a seasoned, thirty-something fashion editor? While I managed to ...

If there’s one piece that’s really found its own in a post-pandemic world, and making us rethink our whole wardrobes, it’s the blazer. Now with no office or desk required, the new way to wear your blazer is nowhere near the photocopier—so your blazer-based autumn outfit options are almost endless.  One style in particular has been all over Instagram lately: the Bea Oversized Blazer from The Frankie Shop. It’s long been on my wish list (as has this & Others Stories iteration) but it’s Bea’s oversized boxy shape that makes it the undisputed favourite with the style set. However, with greater proportions come new styling challenges, and to make it work for you, there are a few pointer...

If there’s one thing I’ve learned from French women—aka the eternal arbiters of style—it’s that fashion is best when it’s uncomplicated. The elusive ‘just threw it on’ energy they radiate will never date, but it’s surprisingly easy to master.  There are few things more satisfying than putting little time and effort into an outfit, only for it to fill you with confidence as you go about your day. For me, there’s a roster of fail-safe items I know will always have this effect. Blue jeans? Can’t go wrong. Floral midi dress? Just call me Jeanne Damas. Nevertheless, I often find myself looking my attire up and down in the mirror and thinking, “Wow, I should really change things up a bit.” You Deserve to Make Money Even When you are looking for Dates Online. ...

It’s that in-between time of year when none of us knows what to wear, right? So we thought we’d help out by finding some fresh outfit inspiration for everyone. Because, let’s face it, as delightful as summer dressing can be, it’s nice to start assembling outfits with a little more substance. And by substance, we mean layering. Handily, fresh new-season pieces are dropping in everywhere now it’s approaching autumn, and by the looks of some of our favourite Instagram accounts, there’s plenty to be excited about.  We scrolled and scrolled and found six outfits that stood out in particular, from some Parisian minimalism to cheerful brights. They’re easy to copy and include many pieces you probably already own, yet something about the combin...

I thought it was for good and came to terms with my ballet-flat era being over. That was until the last year or so when I’ve started to notice the “dated” shoe trend creeping back into the wardrobes of some of the most stylish celebrities and fashion people I know. More and more these days, I’m seeing ballet flats in outfits I really want to copy.  Of course, a lot of this is down to the resurgence of the classic Chanel pump, which, timeless though it is, is certainly having more of a moment now than it has done for years. And while Londoners used to be my ballet-flat muses, now I’m mostly looking across the pond to French girls and their classic, elevated take on how to wear the shoe style—Chanel or not.  Are you with me? If so, then you’ll want to keep scrol...

I love this time of year. It’s sunny, the days are long, ice lollies are aplenty and there’s a “school’s out” energy in the air. Of course, we all enjoy the prospect of a holiday, but I’ve always thought that London (and most cities, actually) really comes into its own in August. There’s something about that notion of “summer in the city” that’s so chic. You can spend the weekends bouncing around city neighbourhoods in a satin dress, Aperol spritz in hand, pretending you’re 2022’s answer to Carrie Bradshaw. That being said, if you’re interested in fashion, you’re no doubt deep into thinking about the upcoming season. Will it be wool coats or puffers? Which boots will be at the top of everyone’s wish l...

If there’s one brand I love shopping for autumn, it’s ARKET. While other affordable destinations can easily pander to of-the-moment trends when the new season arrives, ARKET always stays true to what it’s good at and leans into the classics—and I’d argue that there’s no better season to invest in those than autumn. Think tailored blazers over jeans and loafers, chic trench coats paired with crisp white shirts and wide-leg trousers, and midi dresses with knee high boots. That perfect not-too-hot, not-too-cold weather of autumn lends itself perfectly to a lightly layered outfit, which, after a summer of navigating a lot of skin on show, feels wholly fresh in itself. And certainly anything but boring. You Deserve to Make Money Even When you are looking for Dates Online. So we reimagined ...