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December 03, 2021 at 07:00AM There’s no denying it, I’m a jewellery addict. And as a fashion editor, this is something that I can get away with saying is an integral part of my job. I’m often shown collections in advance and when I saw the latest Magic Stars drop by THOMAS SABO I wasn’t disappointed. I’m all for zodiac jewellery, and with a whole host of sterling silver and yellow gold plated star and moon designs, I could only think of one thing: gifting.While I’m a last minute shopper (believe me, I wish I wasn’t), I try to carve out a rough outline in my head of what my friends and family will like. It’s usually tricky to remember them all, but this year they’ll all be getting an item from the Magic Stars collection. Because in all honestly, I can’t think of anyone I…

December 03, 2021 at 06:30AM Usually, I have to undergo several weeks of preparation before I can muster up the mental courage to embark on a foundation shopping trip. The first step is furiously scrubbing off the residual makeup that’s caked on the empty bottle of my foundation to try and decipher the shade name. It’s usually something arbitrary and food-related like cocoa or mocha, but that’s a conversation for another day.Then I make a hit list and map out the brands that I know have more than 10 shades in their range (or at least one that they deem appropriate for darker skin tones). When I finally make it into the shop, I’m already weary by the time I decide which foundations to swatch.Then I find it: a seemingly good match. Well, it’s a good match until I take it home and head out into the…

December 03, 2021 at 06:30AM There’s no doubt that 2021 has been a turbulent year for our hair. We spent the first few months trying our hardest to manage our strands at home after going a really long time without a salon appointment. And when we finally did get the chance to sit down in front of a hairdresser, we had a whole lot of damage on our hands. While we started the year with big plans for our hair, in reality, we have been too busy trying to get our strands fighting fit after many, many months of neglect. But as the curtain closes on 2021, we’re feeling pretty confident that 2022 will be the year for hair. To get some sort of idea of the sorts of hair trends that will be popular next year, we reached out to some of the top…

December 03, 2021 at 06:08AM We may have to wait a while longer before we can start donning the clothes spring/summer 2022 has to offer (that or risk freezing—winter has just begun after all), but there is one item from the runway that we can start adding to our wardrobes imminently: handbags. Ideal for impatient types, handbags are the easiest way to kick-start your new-season capsule. And seeing as bags were at the bottom of our shopping priorities at the start of 2021, due to the pandemic and spending time indoors, now’s the moment to make up for lost time.Luckily for said impatient types, we’ve discovered that many of the top handbag trends we spotted on the runway are already on the shopping circuit. What are these trends, we hear you ask? Well, they’re a versatile bunch.Texture remains a key accessory aesthetic, though the…

December 03, 2021 at 06:05AM Puffer coats have long been considered practical, but stylish? Thanks to a host of designer interpretations of the cosy, borderline-ugly outerwear, they’ve become something of a fashion-insider must-have. Arguably, it was last year when the puffer coat’s sartorial status really reached its peak. Socialising outdoors was considered the norm, and the likes of Bottega Veneta and Totême created very special puffer coats, the majority of which swiftly made their way to the top of many an editor’s and influencer’s wish list. But then, we started off this year (yet again) spending a lot more time outside, and the duvet coat became essential for many of us—and not just those with budgets for the designer versions. Back in February, according to global fashion search platform Lyst, searches for “duvet coat" were "rising quickly and are currently up 34% since the start of the month.” People were also searching for “maxi down…

December 03, 2021 at 06:00AM Over the past few years, all retailers have faced a huge strain and pressure due to the pandemic, and small brands have certainly felt the brunt of the restrictions, with endless challenges with manufacturing and delivery. However, the silver lining has been the outpouring of support for these small but mighty brands. Ever since the first lockdown back in March 2020, there has been a huge push across all sectors for consumers to buy local and buy small and use our spending power to support independent, small businesses. This doesn’t just apply to where we buy our bananas and our morning coffee but is something many of us will be considering when embarking on our Christmas shopping this year. Cathleen Nicol, founder of handbag brand C.Nicol, said last year to Who What Wear, “If people in the UK are considering making a…

December 03, 2021 at 05:55AM I’m going to make a bold claim: By creating a winter capsule wardrobe, I have genuinely managed to cut my time of getting ready in the mornings to just 30 minutes. This is great for many obvious reasons, one of which is that I can maximise my time in a warm bed.Whether you’re staying home, heading to an office or simply running out to do your errands, there are a few key elements a winter look needs in order to be both warm and practical. However, I hear you ask, can you still look good? Well, I’m here to tell you the answer is yes! And to prove this, I’ve narrowed down my winter wardrobe to just eight key pieces that I wear on repeat and that I know will keep me warm whatever the elements throw at me.Want to know what they…