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April 15, 2022 at 08:00AM Hi, I’m Emily, and I have expensive taste. As far back as I can remember, I’ve always had a preference for the finer things in life (a fact my parents have always lamented). It’s probably why I ended up working in fashion in the first place after being attracted by the beauty and luxury of it all. The thing is, like most of us, I don’t have the budget to indulge these habits often, and although sometimes I might be tempted, I’m not about bankrupting myself to own a full designer closet. Instead, I admire from afar and choose my moments to invest in capsule pieces that will elevate my wardrobe most effectively—a classic designer handbag, for example, or a beautiful coat that I know I’ll wear again and again. For my day-to-day wardrobe, though, over my 10 years of working…

April 15, 2022 at 08:00AM When it comes to this time of the year, it’s totally normal for skin to seem seriously dull. In fact, beyond looking a little lacklustre, it could possibly be feeling tight, dry and sore. If there’s one thing that the beauty world is certain of, it’s that cold weather is rarely good news for your complexion. And don’t I know it. Despite the fact the summer months had my skin radiating an out-of-this-world glow, the start of winter had me sporting a drab, lacklustre and seriously distressed face.At the start of the season, as I emptied out the contents of my makeup bag in the search for any kind of illuminating product to pour over my face/bathe in, I couldn’t help but wonder if my skin would ever get its glow back. Sure, I could slather my cheekbones…

April 15, 2022 at 08:00AM While the weather can’t seem to make its mind up, we’re making the unanimous decision that it’s time for spring shoes. Pedi-ready or not, we’re set to break free from the confinements of boots in favour of fresh spring/summer 2022 trends, and there’s no shortage of styles to try out. It can become a bit of a minefield deciphering which pairs are actually worth trying out, though, so we’ve shortlisted six key styles we know will be huge news from here on out. Spotted on the runways of some of our favourite designers and already being worn by some of our favourite fashion people, they can only be a recipe for success.So whether it’s caged fisherman sandals, as seen at Max Mara, Mary Janes backed by Chanel and Christian Dior or quirky clogs loved by Rejina Pyo and Ganni, this is your…

April 15, 2022 at 08:00AM I don’t know about you, but the past year has felt long. I’ve got more grey hair and more wrinkles, and despite going to bed earlier, I’m still tired. There’s no denying that I’ve felt like I’ve aged faster in lockdown. While there’s nothing inherently wrong with this (I have no issues with changing hair colour or a few lines on my face), the speed at which it has happened has been a little disconcerting. I want to feel like myself again, and for me, that means getting a haircut. Over the past few months, I’ve lost count of the number of people who have said their hair needs cutting, from my husband to my colleagues as well as my parents. The craving to get a chop has been strong. Personally, I’m desperate to get my hair cut back into a…

April 15, 2022 at 06:45AM Our wardrobe preferences have changed dramatically over the past few years; slippers replaced high heels and joggers became a staple in the lives of many. But now, things are changing. We might only be a few weeks into spring, but we can already feel our sartorial appetites returning, with a real need to wear something other that makes us feel empowered, and dare we say, sexy. Cue miniskirts.Midi hemlines have been all the rage in recent years, with miniskirts waiting patiently for their time in the spotlight to return. That time is now. People often associate miniskirts with the belly-baring, low-rise ‘90s staple worn by Britney Spears types. But the divisive piece has come a long way, and was easily one of the chicest and most prevalent items on the spring/summer 2022 runway circuit. Even I, who had previously sworn…

April 15, 2022 at 06:31AM As far as celebrity sightings go, Sienna Miller’s are somewhat inconsistent. We can go months without so much as an errand run, and then wham—Miller treats us to a slew of impressive ensembles in just a few short days. And, dear readers, this is one such slew. Sienna Miller has been making a string of appearances to help promote her latest project, the new Netflix series Anatomy of a Scandal, and her latest look—one she wore as she made her way back to her London hotel from a day of interviews in the capital—immediately caught our attention. We get it. Sienna Miller always wears great outfits. So what makes this one so special? Her excellent skirt-and-shoe pairing, that’s what. For the outing, Miller chose a gorgeous, lilac-hued bouclé miniskirt-and-jacket set, which she offset with a pair of trending white mules.The two-piece was cherry-picked…

April 15, 2022 at 06:30AM First of all, we want to highlight that by no means are we advocating the concept that anyone has to spend money on new skincare with every birthday. The reality is, although beauty brands would love to have us think that we need a new skincare arsenal every time we hit a new milestone, our skin’s wants and needs remain more or less constant throughout most of our adult lives (with a few tweaks here and there).The issue lies in the fact that all too often, in our younger years, we neglect our skin, leaving us having to deal with the repercussions later on. And sadly, as with most things in life, the best way to deal with skin issues is through prevention. Don’t get us wrong—skin ageing is one of life’s natural processes, but that’s not to say…

April 15, 2022 at 06:24AM It’s fair to say that recent fashion trends have been a conveyor belt of “dad” trends, with everything from anoraks to golf course–ready polos getting attention from the fashion crowd. The practical sandal was undoubtedly one of the most popular, with hiking brand Teva shifting its camping shop credentials to become the sandal of choice for Instagram’s coolest. It saw sellout success within weeks. Well, it’s time for dad sandal lovers to rejoice, because the £50 comfy-yet-cool shoe style is back for another year, and is ready to transition your loungewear into the warmer months. Tevas are shoes you can just as easy mooch around at home in as you can walk 10,000 steps a day in, thanks to the spongey platform and the adjustable straps. They come in many colours, including orange, white, khaki, aqua (a popular style is the Hurricane Drifts). However, the most-loved style within fashion circles are the Universal…

April 15, 2022 at 06:30AM Celebrity beauty brands are not my thing. I’m somewhat of a product snob, and I go into the testing process of any celebrity-backed beauty brand with a hearty serving of cynicism. My reasoning behind this is, despite the fact some of my favourite stylish celebrities make for great beauty inspiration, when it comes to products, I know they’re no experts. In reality, it’s the countless people responsible for their makeup and hair looks that really hold the secrets. The one area of beauty that I will almost always turn to expert advice on is haircare. The reason for this, I’ll admit, it mostly selfish. You see, I have never been able to style my own hair in a way that oozes effortless glamour. I always leave the salon feeling as though having an expert on hand every day (a la the A-list)…