July 07, 2021 at 08:00AM With nail salons back open for business, my Saved folder on Instagram is rapidly filling up with manicure inspiration for the season ahead, and I’ve noticed one unexpected look that’s trending right now: glitter nails. Yes, while pastel hues and cute nail art still look set to be classic summer staples, the coolest girls are dressing up their nails with sparkly polishes and pops of shimmer. And I’m not mad about it. After all, while glitter nails have traditionally been popular during the winter months, the fact that party season was nonexistent last year means that glitter is coming out to play this summer instead.Still need some convincing? While glitter nails might conjure images of 7-year-old you at a birthday party, this nail trend is surprisingly wearable. In fact, from minimalist hints of shimmer to full-frontal sparkle, there are so many ways to embrace twinkly nails. Ahead, I’ve pulled together…
July 07, 2021 at 08:00AM If you had asked any beauty insider back in January what the big hair trends for the year ahead would be, it’s unlikely anyone would have said grown-out roots, wonky fringes, and patchy box dye jobs. Yet here we are. The year is finally drawing to a close, and it’s safe to say that the face of beauty has changed substantially over the past 11 months, most notably when it comes to our hair. Whatever your signature style, whether you started the year with ice-white lengths or a sleek, glass-like bob, chances are 2020 has messed with your hair game.Sure, we all started this ride feeling optimistic that we would be able to return to our trusty stylists and get our signature locks back just as soon as things “blew over,” but as time has moved on so have our hair priorities.…
July 07, 2021 at 08:00AM I love a good bit of minimalism in the summer. Don’t get me wrong. I’m not averse to bright colours, but there’s something so chic about wearing muted tones in the heat. This year, as I won’t be heading overseas or to anywhere that actually has hot weather (thanks, British summer), I want to pretend I’ll be on the beaches of Ibiza or the Cote d'Azur, and H&M’s latest summer collection is going to help me do just that. Full of floaty dresses and loose-fitting tops, I plan on wearing these items from now until September. But I’m not a total lunatic, so I’m also eyeing up the slub-knit tops and the chic tailored blazers because as AndrĂ© 3000 says, “You can plan a pretty picnic, but you can’t predict the weather.” For anyone who’s lost with their summer wardrobe, I…
July 07, 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…
July 07, 2021 at 07:00AM Zara’s new shoe drop is simply spectacular right now, and I need to share all of the footwear goodness that’s happening there. After a year of living in house slippers and my standby sneakers—which I still love and wear on repeat, by the way)—I’m feeling ready to add some fresh, new styles into the mix. After taking a scroll through the new Zara shoes for women, there are so many cool styles that I know you’ll feel equally excited about.I’m talking about everything from strappy heels in the key colours of the season and of-the-moment clogs that I’m predicting will be a major shoe trend this summer to the chicest possible takes on kitten heels that are perfect if you’re still easing your way back into wearing taller shoes. Ahead, shop my edit of the best new Zara shoes before they sell…
July 07, 2021 at 06:10AM If there’s one thing we can’t get enough of (and you’ve probably noticed) it’s dresses. Be it for day or night, they serve as the ultimate no-hassle outfit solution that always looks like you put in way more styling effort than was actually required. Choose them correctly and you have a lifelong partner and a reliable fashion friend you can call upon in times of need.Dresses certainly aren’t in short supply this season, either. From slinky slips to puff sleeves, we see so many brilliant options on a daily basis. However, there seems to be one overriding factor here: Many of our favourites come from the same store.We’ve long been fans of & Other Stories, and it seems the brand has significantly upped its dress game for summer 2021. However, with 260+ frock options currently on its website, we thought we’d lend a…
July 07, 2021 at 06:01AM Blazers have undergone what is perhaps one of the most significant metamorphoses in the world of fashion. Once reserved for boardroom meetings and private members clubs, the piece was later adopted by the style set and has remained an integral part of their uniform every since. Versatile and with the ability to transcend seasons, the sharp cover-up can be worn year-round with just a few styling tweaks. And now, as we find ourselves in the midst of summer, right now blazers are increasingly being worn with another warm-weather staple: shorts.Be they denim or linen, fitted or breezy, shorts and blazers are fast-becoming fashion’s new favourite pairing (second only to another perennial combination—jeans and a nice top). But how do you pull off blazer and shorts outfits right from the bat? Looking to a few of our influencer friends, who…
July 07, 2021 at 06:00AM Forget Bennifer, the Friends reunion and low-rise jeans. When it comes to 2021’s unexpected comebacks, none have surprised me more than the return of the mullet. Yes, this retro throwback—made cool in the ‘70s by celebs like David Bowie and less so in the '80s by presenters like Pat Sharp—is enjoying something of a renaissance as we all emerge out of lockdown ready to embrace a long back and sides, apparently. In fact, according to a report by Cosmetify, the mullet is actually the most-searched hairstyle of the past year, with over 15.5 million searches—an increase of 142% on the previous year. That’s a lot of mullet inspo. When it comes to hair trends, though, this one undoubtedly has our team divided, with some of us loving this cool-girl look and others (aka me) being somewhat dubious. So what exactly is it about the mullet haircut that…
July 07, 2021 at 06:00AM Whether it’s a face-lifting workout, a buzzy new makeup brand or a £10 hair treatment, I’ve always got an ear to the ground and an eye on social media to figure out what’s trending in the world of beauty. And I have to say that there isn’t much that I wouldn’t try once in the name of deciphering whether a new beauty trend is genuinely worth the hype. So when I saw an increasing amount of mint green and pastel blue face masks starting to dominate my Instagram feed I knew that I had some investigating to do. The face mask in question? Dr. Jart+ Cryo Rubber Mask (ÂŁ10).When it comes to launching a product that’s guaranteed to create a buzz on TikTok, Dr. Jart+ is undoubtedly leading the charge in 2021. The brand's cult colour-correcting treatment went viral on the social platform earlier this year and they’ve clearly captured the imagination…
July 07, 2021 at 06:00AM Instagram has spoken: Arket is the place to go for a perfect summer staple, and we have to say, we wholeheartedly agree. Treading the line between current trends and classic design, Arket is one of those brands you can always rely on for time-tested style. For example, I bought a red crew neck jumper from the store back when it first launched in 2017 and I’m still wearing it to this day. Well, if Arket’s summer collection is anything to go by, there’s plenty more where that came from.I’ve been scouring the feeds of Instagram’s most stylish to find Arket’s top-rated summer buys, and I was totally spoilt for choice. Sadly one of my favourite items, a stripe collar knit, has now sold out (we’ll let you know if it comes back in stock), but a very similar zip-up style is still available and…