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April 18, 2022 at 08:00AM If I had to highlight only one term that has the power to make a beauty editor shudder unlike any other, it would have to be “anti-ageing”. Because the truth is (and brace yourselves for this one), no beauty product truly has the power to totally reverse the signs of ageing. No serum, cream, oil or mask that money can buy can actually eradicate wrinkles. With that being said, there are a very small number of ingredients that can definitely help minimise signs of ageing (and even more so when they’re used alongside youth-preserving massage techniques). But when I say very small, I mean it. In fact, there is only a handful of ingredients that have been scientifically-proven to reduce the appearance of age-related skin issues. From wrinkle-reducing retinol to skin brightening vitamin C, it’s hard to comprehend why beauty companies expect us to pay premium…

April 18, 2022 at 08:00AM When it comes to hair trends, glossy, blunt cuts have most definitely reigned supreme as of late. For the last few years, we have found ourselves swooning over glossy, glass-like lengths and adding all of the blunt-bob inspiration to our saved folders on Instagram. There’s no doubt that blunt cuts have had their fair share of love. But now, there’s a new hair trend on the horizon.With the time between our hair appointments becoming longer, high-maintenance blunt chops are on the out, and no-fuss, layered hair is back (see the recent success of the shag and the long shag). Not only do layers give hair an undone, effortless vibe, but they also help to disguise breakage and split ends (things that have become inevitable). While we don’t have long to wait until salon doors reopen, we think it’s still important to consider the…

April 18, 2022 at 07:00AM I created What to Buy Now to bring you a concise weekly edit of the items I really love, including pieces from the high street, designer labels, vintage gems you can buy online and even charity-shop treasures. I’m constantly scanning the most stylish online stores, so you can feel safe knowing that you won’t miss a thing.I know that your fashion requirements can vary massively from season to season, whether you’re looking for an immaculately tailored staple, an affordable sundress or the perfect pair of shoes. So not only will I cover all of the bases, but as an ardent believer in mindful consumption, I’ll also make sure everything I include will look just as fresh in a year’s time as it does now.Of course, I’ll also bring you those pieces that simply set your heart racing in…

April 18, 2022 at 06:50AM We all know how versatile a pair of jeans can be. After all, what other garment can take you from date night to weekend with the same stylish flair and universal appeal? However, their ease is often dependent on another item: footwear.Shoes have the power to instantly change the mood of your jeans. For example, for a formal occasion, a pair of bejewelled heels will elevate your classic blues to glamorous new heights. Similarly, ballet flats will add polish to ripped or frayed-hem jeans—simply add a tailored blazer and a button-down, and you’ve got yourself a chic ensemble.So which shoes would I recommend wearing with jeans? I’m glad you asked. I’ve whittled down the shoes to wear with jeans that I truly believe work for just about every occasion you can think of. Keep scrolling to see eight shoes-and-jeans combinations validated…

April 18, 2022 at 06:39AM When it comes to summer shopping, nothing gets me as excited as accessories do. I tend to gravitate toward simple clothes and really get playful with my extras. But I also go a bit overboard pretty much every summer. Trendy summer accessories are some of the most fun things you can buy, but I’ve finally learned that I don’t need them all, so I’m making this the year I start limiting myself. To start, I made a list of the essentials. (I intentionally didn’t include shoes because I think they deserve their own category.)The beauty of summer accessories is that they don’t have to be taken too seriously. For example, it’s perfectly acceptable for a raffia tote to be your handbag for the day. Read on to find out which summer accessories I’m keeping in my wardrobe this year and beyond.I couldn’t pick just…

April 18, 2022 at 06:22AM Dressing for summer and dressing for a holiday are two very different things, something I’ve become more acutely aware of over the last couple of years having not stepped foot on a plane to jet off somewhere exotic. Instead, many of us found ourselves embarking on beautiful staycations across the country for our summer vacays. Still, anyone who lives in Britain knows that the weather can change in a heartbeat, and temperatures don’t quite reach the sort of highs that call for sarongs and swimwear. So when we talk about dressing for a summer mainly spent outdoors on Blighty, we need to be realistic when planning our outfits. Handily, there’s one classic pairing that always works.  Broderie tops always look so pretty. Jeans will still play an integral part in our summer wardrobes (especially if you live north of the border like I do).…

April 18, 2022 at 06:00AM When I wrote on our Who What Wear slack group last week that I was planning to pop into M&S on my way to work to try all their latest shoes for research, it was met with exclaims and admissions of how highly my fellow editors rate the high street hero’s footwear. “I have such a soft spot for M&S shoes” and “the comfort insoles are the one” are just a couple of examples. I personally consider myself a loyal fan as well, since some of my longest-lasting, most-loved pairs have been bought there in the past. It’s not just the huge range available— from ballet flats to boots and everything in between— or the fact that the M&S design team seems to get it just right— always on-trend but still classic. It’s the quality, comfort and affordability alongside all these things that really…

April 18, 2022 at 06:00AM Ever since Jonathan Anderson joined the Spanish heritage brand Loewe as creative director back in 2013, I have been considering purchasing one of its covetable bags. The hammock! The puzzle! The cushion tote! I just adore them all, and if I am ever to invest in a designer bag, there is no doubt about it that I would head straight to Loewe. The bags typically cost around £2000, however several years ago the house cleverly introduced an ‘entry level’ option—its logo-emblazoned basket bag. The rest is history, as these raffia totes are still selling like hot cakes. This year Loewe has debuted a new, more relaxed summer style—a canvas top handle bag which is under £1000, making it more accessible than the brand’s other signature leather styles. The Cubi is a newbie for spring summer 2022, and has a boxy…

April 18, 2022 at 06:00AM If there’s one thing people ask me as a beauty journalist, it’s whether the luxury skincare brands are really worth the money. After all, it’s so easy to be drawn in by the allure of a £200 pot of moisturiser for the thrill of owning a cult product. There’s nothing like an eye-watering price tag to build hype and intrigue.Sure, those luxury skincare brands that you see dotted on the vanity tables of Instagram do look enticing, but do they actually cut the mustard when it comes to results? When you’re looking to invest in beauty products, you want to ensure that your hard-earned money is going to give you a good return on investment. Wether it’s glowing skin or the promise of targeting troublesome acne or pigmentation, when you’re making a skincare investment, you want it to work.We’re big believers that…

April 18, 2022 at 06:00AM Exfoliating is an essential step in any skincare routine. It sloughs off dead skin cells and unclogs pores while leaving your skin fresh and glowy. You could be using the nicest skincare products in the world, but if you’re not exfoliating on the regular, those fancy serums and creams might not be living up to their potential because you’ve got a lot of dead skin cell buildup.Not to mention, starting your exfoliating routine early will have your future self thanking you. “Exfoliating young skin serves mostly to keep skin glowing and blemish-free,” says Suneel Chilukuri, MD, of Refresh Dermatology. “As a teenager and young adult, your body naturally has more cellular turnover and often greater sebum production. Natural cell turnover slows with age, which results in pigmentary changes (sunspots), fine lines, and dryness. Some would say exfoliating becomes even more important at this stage…