I Swear by This One Product to Really Lift My Mood on Dark Winter Days

November 29, 2021 at 06:30AM Some might say that I am a self-deprecating person, however I don’t want that to lessen the impact of my following statement because it really is true. I am incredibly lazy. Everything from my makeup routine to my cooking is rooted in laziness. If I could have it my way, I’d lay horizontal and have someone bring me cups of tea all day long. My lack of motivation to do, well, just about anything, is truly astounding.And that is never truer than in winter. Living in the UK means that as soon as the clocks go back in October, darkness starts setting in from about 3.30pm, and the cloudy weather means sunlight is scarce enough as it is. Suffice to say, this doesn’t do a lot of good for my productivity and motivation. In fact, I would go as far…

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The Decision is Final–French Girls Have the Best Party Outfits

November 29, 2021 at 06:07AM Sure, we all like to go to Paris for the candid standing in front of the Eiffel Tower snaps, and of course the pastries. But when we visit, we’re all about people watching to see what the ever-stylish French women are wearing. Luckily, we don’t always require a plane ticket to be able to do this, as Instagram brings us all the inspo we need. Although we always look to these women for their basics–we’re talking anything from flared jeans to fail-safe top and jeans outfits, it’s French girls’ party outfits we’re most interested in right now. And rightly so, considering brunches, dinner gatherings and after-dark soirĂ©es are filling up our diaries this year. So whether you look to Camille Charriere for the cool-girl way to wear velvet, or Anne-Victoire Lefevre for layering tips–here are six French girl-approved party looks you can recreate with…

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Fleeces Are Having A Moment—and I’ve Found So Many Good Ones

November 29, 2021 at 06:00AM I’m just going to go ahead and say it – I’ve bought a fleece. There I said it, and I can guarantee I’m not the only one who wants one right now. In fact, I’ve already seen so many fashion people wearing them. And I blame them entirely for making me see how much of a winter staple they are. Even though, they are undoubtably the Marmite of the winter jacket world. The fleece I’ve bought is from H&M, and this particular cream and navy iteration sold out three times before I managed to finally add it to my basket. I wanted it so much, I took my boyfriend to look for it in different H&M stores (to no avail), but he ended up buying one. So here we are, the couple with matching fleeces. And you know what? I’m not…

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9 Perfect Christmas Day Outfits for Every Dress Code

November 29, 2021 at 05:57AM December is usually a time for back-to-back parties, but after a difficult few years, family and friends will be the most important thing about Christmas for many this year. Whether you’ll be celebrating with friends and family at home or are planning on going out to a restaurant, the below ensembles will make you feel a little special, whatever you have planned. People have very different ideas about what a Christmas Day outfit should look like. Some dress up in silks and sequins, while others have a strict “pj’s only” policy. Whatever your stance is on the December 25 dress code, we’ve found perfect outfits for you to re-create this Christmas.If your family dresses up, we’ve found a green velvet midi dress that is still comfortable for a day of feasting but still delivers all of the glamour. If…

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Visionary Designer Virgil Abloh Dies at 41 After Private Battle With Cancer

November 28, 2021 at 11:39PM Virgil Abloh, who died Sunday of a rare form of cancer at age 41, didn’t come from the fashion world. So he never bothered to fit in. Instead, he created his own system — one that didn’t include going to fashion school and peddling fancy clothes to department stores. Lollapalooza 2018. Photography by Josh Brasted/FilmMagicAbloh was an architect and part of a DJ collective that had a small clothing line. He was tight with hip-hop artists Kanye West and Travis Scott — fellow creatives who dressed like him in sneakers, tees and cargo jackets. He and West did an internship at Fendi in 2009 and three years later, recognizing that a new generation were mixing streetwear with luxury labels, Abloh founded Off-White. The upscale casual wear bearing graphic black and white stripes and arrows took off, appealing to…

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Virgil Abloh Has Died at Age 41 After a Private Battle With Cancer

November 28, 2021 at 07:09PM Virgil Abloh has died at age 41, according to a statement posted on LVMH’s official Twitter account confirming the news on Nov. 28. “LVMH, Louis Vuitton and Off White are devastated to announce the passing of Virgil Abloh, on Sunday, November 28th, of cancer, which he had been battling privately for several years,” a statement from LVMH chairman and CEO Bernard Arnault read. “We are all shocked after this terrible news. Virgil was not only a genius designer, a visionary, he was also a man with a beautiful soul and great wisdom. The LVMH family joins me in this moment of great sorrow, and we are all thinking of his loved ones after the passing of their husband, their father, their bother or their friend.” Since 2019, Virgil privately battled a rare, aggressive form of cancer, cardiac angiosarcoma,…

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Maple Sea Salt Hot Chocolate

Maple Sea Salt Hot ChocolateNovember 28, 2021 at 03:01PM Maple Sea Salt Hot Chocolate This hot chocolate combines a rich, decadent dark chocolate with a touch of sweetness from maple syrup, cocoa powder, and a finishing note of salt from sea salt. Curl up with a mug of this delicious maple sea salt hot chocolate. Maple Sea Salt Hot Chocolate Forget the hot cocoa mix that comes in packets… Browse READ: Maple Sea Salt Hot Chocolate Continue Reading… Author Lee Funke | citywomen.co Selected by CWC

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I’m a Beauty Expert, and Here’s My Black Friday Shopping List

November 28, 2021 at 11:30AM It’s a controversial thing to say, but in theory, Black Friday is so not my thing. I spend my working life advising people to consider their beauty purchases very carefully, and that message simply doesn’t align with the concept of Black Friday. Trust me. I totally understand the temptation of a bargain, especially when it comes to pretty beauty products. However, doing your research and working out which products are right for you is just as important on Black Friday as it is any other time.With that being said, there’s no doubt that now is the time to stock up on age-old favourites and dream products that have always been slightly out of budget. If you’re anything like me, your inbox will be flooded with flash sales, discounts and offers from every beauty brand and retailer out there, and as…

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Kate Middleton and Emily Ratajkowski Just Wore the Same Winter Outfit Formula

November 28, 2021 at 11:24AM Emily Ratajkowski and the Duchess of Cambridge’s style choices usually couldn’t be more different, however this week they both approached winter dressing in a very similar way. They both were seen this wearing bright pink tailored jackets—it’s not a colour typically associated with winter dressing, but is a really uplifting choice. Both kept the focus on the jacket, pairing it with simple basics.Emily opted for black tights, a pair of knee-high boots and a black rollneck, while the Duchess wore a matching raspberry rollneck and a pair of high-waisted black trousers. Keep scrolling to see their looks and shop pink tailoring, if you’re keen to replicate this winter styling idea.Next up, see our guide to the key trends for autumn winter 2021. Author Emma Spedding | Whowhatwear Selected by CWC

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Trust Me—These Are the Black Friday Deals That Are Worth Knowing About

November 28, 2021 at 11:11AM Black Friday can be an assault on your email inbox, with every brand you’ve ever purchased from sending alert after alert about offers and promotions. It’s enough to make you want a full-blown digital detox. So, we’re arming you with essential tips to help you find the best clothing and fashion deals and avoid falling into any tempting clothing sale traps. When it comes to shopping for clothes, shoes and accessories during Black Friday, you want to find classic pieces that have been slightly out of reach previously, or hard-working basics that are missing from your wardrobe (such as a new winter coat or ankle boots). I’d advise you only buy something that was already on your shopping list before it was on sale, check sizes carefully and don’t be tempted to buy something just because it’s in the sale. It’s…

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