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August 03, 2021 at 08:00AM The skin around your eyes is very delicate and thin, so you want to be gentle with it. That means using the right products and avoiding rubbing, scratching, or pulling at the area. Because that area is so sensitive, you might also find yourself dealing with things like dark under-eye circles, dryness, and puffiness. The latter part is one thing I’ve been dealing with a lot lately, so I went to a dermatologist for some answers.In fact, puffy eyes are one of the most common concerns that patients bring to their dermatologists, says Kathleen S. Viscusi, MD, FAAD, FACMS, co-founder and partner at Dermatology and Surgery Specialists of North Atlanta (DESSNA). Treating puffy eyes is a bit more complicated than you would think. “Effectively addressing this concern for each patient is much more variable. Just as there isn’t…

August 03, 2021 at 08:00AM As a fashion editor, I always get questions about the secret to a well-assembled wardrobe, to which I have the same answer: versatility. Ideally, your wardrobe should include some premium pieces mixed among more affordable items, with a dose of vintage and second-hand for good sartorial measure. It’s this eclectic mix of brands and price points that will ensure your clothing reflects your personality. As the saying goes, variety is the spice of life—and, naturally, you want your outfits to be spicy, too.That said, I understand the appeal of snapping up an entirely new outfit from just one store. First, it’s an effective use of your time, as it doesn’t involve having to traipse around every shop or browse every new-in section. Chances are it’ll also look seamlessly pulled together, as the brand’s honed aesthetic will be evident in every piece.While I…

August 03, 2021 at 08:00AM For those of you who live in jeans and trousers, curating a strong top selection is key, particularly in summer. In lieu of a coat, jacket or knitwear, your top will need to work even harder to ensure your overall outfit hits the sartorial sweet spot.One of the best things about tops is you don’t need to spend excessive amounts to get your hands on a good one. And with international travel still in short supply, the high street has channelled all of its usual holiday-wardrobe energy into creating excellent pieces you can style up on home soil. Cue a slew of impressive and affordable tops that have dropped just in time for summer.This two-part look is near impossible to get wrong and 100% can be assembled using pieces in your current wardrobe. Still, if you’re looking for a…

August 03, 2021 at 06:15AM I’ll admit there are a lot of minimalist edits knocking about these days. Whether it’s the high street offering luxe-looking pieces or designer brands whose whole aesthetic is about pared-back simplicity, it’s a trend that’s been inescapable for the past few seasons. Daniel Lee’s designs for Bottega Veneta have obviously been a huge influence, as have The Row’s covetable pieces, but let us not underestimate the lasting legacy of Phoebe Philo’s Celine too.  Here’s why it’s so popular: It screams understated luxury, even when it might not be. Case in point: H&M’s new minimalist edit.So how do less-expensive brands achieve this rich aesthetic? It’s all about the silhouettes, the cut of the pieces, the fabrics and the colours chosen. An obvious choice for the minimalist palette is black, but there are also white and grey, plus true blue when it comes to…

August 03, 2021 at 06:09AM As far as I’m concerned, there’s nothing quite as comforting as settling down on the sofa for the evening, the room lit only by the glow of a candle. And the best time of year to indulge in such an activity is autumn. While we cling onto the last days of summer, autumn’s arrival is imminent. The nights are slowly darkening and there’s an unmistakable chill in the air, which make cosy nights in all the more appealing. Over the past few days, I’ve instinctively found myself perusing new candles to invest in for autumn, but with so many scent options out there, it’s overwhelming to know where to start. And the last thing I want to do is spend my money on a candle that doesn’t deliver in scent or burn time. So I sought advice from someone very much in…

August 03, 2021 at 06:00AM As banal as it sounds, people watching is one of those small things that I really missed last year. Perhaps it’s a pastime that particularly lends itself to city living, but all I know is that there is such joy to be found in walking down the street or sitting on the tube and taking-in the personalities and outfits that pass me by. Of course, in a city like London I am spoilt for choice when it comes to street style and, as bountiful Instagram can be for outfit inspiration, you really can’t beat the immediate appeal of IRL style. Autumn fashion is one thing that, I believe, Londoners do particularly well—the warm weather dressing award will always be handed to a country with balmier climes—and so, as we look ahead to the coming season, I’ve been predicting the trends that I expect to see on city-dwellers. In…

August 03, 2021 at 06:00AM There’s a frustration here in the UK that there aren’t enough plus-size brands available, especially when it comes to more specialised categories like swimwear. Compared with the U.S. it seems that us Brits haven’t always had as good a range available but things have definitely changed more recently, not least because you can get plus-size brands shipped over from the States and there are more cool brands available in the UK. ASOS Curve has led the charge for sometime now and their bikinis and one-pieces are genuinely great. But thanks to the online retailer stocking plenty of other plus-size brands, there’s are even more options for you to consider. Today, I’ve compiled a list of the best plus-size swimsuit brands that I can find. The criteria is that they have to be truly plus-size (so not just catering to people with…

August 03, 2021 at 06:00AM I’m pretty embarrassed to admit that it’s only very recently—as in over the last year or so—that I've really started to sit up and take notice of issues like sustainability within the beauty industry. When it comes to my weekly food shop, I’ve been on the right page for a while—swapping my plastic-wrapped peppers for loose ones and making sure my peanut butter is palm-oil free before heading to the checkout. But when it comes to the beauty products that I enjoy using, I’ve very much had my head in the sand.When it comes to natural beauty products? Honestly, I’m even worse. I’ve long-held the view that a lot of natural formulations simply don’t work and rarely spare a moment’s thought for the amount of preservatives, silicones and other things that work their way onto my skin each day. But much like with my food…