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March 21, 2022 at 06:30AM When it comes to my hair, I tend to fluctuate between two lengths: just above my shoulder or just above my boobs (both technical terms). Yet there always comes a time with both lengths when I start to feel like I want to either chop it all off and start again or indulge my inner Rapunzel and grow it out super long.Right about now, I’m at the “chopping it all off” stage, mainly down to the fact that I’m seeing cool, short hairstyles pretty much everywhere I look and the fact that I can’t get a haircut right now. Yes, short hair is definitely trending, and I want in. However, before I sprint to the salon, I think it’s best I start to garner some expert advice on potential styles.“Short hairstyles are on-trend at the moment,” confirmed Neil Barton, Goldwell ambassador and…

March 21, 2022 at 06:30AM Let me preface this by saying that I have a very turbulent relationship with foundation. Any product that works to cover up all of the things that make skin look like yours is a big no-no if you ask me. And all too often, I find that so many foundations do just that. They leave skin looking flat, dull and void of life. Given the fact that every single aspect of my beauty routine is dedicated to brining out my inner glow, trying to find the perfect, natural-looking base that works to smooth and blur without totally repainting my complexion has proven tricky over the years. In fact, I’ve tried just about every foundation that’s ever come my way in a bid to find the most glowing, second-skin formula. It’s safe to say that it’s been a rough ride. Naturally,…

March 21, 2022 at 06:08AM There are a lot of things that Zara gets right—personally, I think it creates some of the best blazers on the high-street—but I would also argue that one of the biggest jewels in its product-offering crown is shoes. In the last five years or so, Zara has upped its footwear game tenfold, producing some of the most coveted shoes out there—from its interwoven leather sliders it brings out every summer to the leather knee boots fashion people are quick to snap up the most the first chill permeates the summer air, it’s in your benefit to keep up-to-date with its new shoe releases, as seldom to they hang around for long. Now, are you keen to see the Zara shoe trends 2022 has in store? Right this way… Marianne Smyth wears a pair of strappy sandals from Zara. Heels are very…

March 21, 2022 at 06:08AM Boots, glorious boots. What would we do without them? Nothing beats that fresh-out-of-the-box, new-boot feeling (apart from perhaps the elation when you find a pair that doesn’t give you blisters on the first wear). As a staple of our wardrobes pretty much year round, boots of all kinds really do deserve a medal for how many footwear dilemmas they see us through and especially for how versatile they make our wardrobes. The perfect western pair will tone down a dressy dress and make those summery styles spring appropriate. A great ankle boot will elevate jeans and a T-shirt. Anything with a heel suddenly makes wide-leg trousers actually wearable and a knee-high does wonders for a midi or mini dress.The beauty is that fashion trends come and go, but buy a classic boot and they will last you for years. I promise I’m not just saying that—the…

March 21, 2022 at 06:03AM Over the last couple of years it’s safe to say my style has been built solely on comfort. Like so many, working from home more often has meant leaving the house less, even after the lockdowns were lifted. Living in Scotland and being the sort of person who feels the chill in even the slightest of summer breezes, means that, when I do venture out, I often have to wrap up and make practicality a priority. Aside from the odd dress or skirt-and-jumper combination, I’ve spent more time than I’d like to admit in joggers—and not fancy ones at that. Comfortable they may be, but wearing them day in and day out made me feel as if I’d lost my sense of style.While I’ve grown fond of them, and will probably still turn to them on particularly chilly days, I’ve decided that in 2022 I’m vowing to be…

March 20, 2022 at 08:00AM Colour—my favourite thing to wear! From sunshine shades to highlighter brights, this season, anything goes! Yes, quite literally, and I would challenge anyone to find a spring colour trend that wasn’t seen on the runways for S/S 22. But with so much choice (have you been to Zara lately?), I’m always asked how to wear them. Traditional suiting neutrals have been replaced with pink, green and orange and styled with tonal shirting and accessories to create a head-to-toe look. If you’re a colour novice, try the combo of green and black seen at key designer brands such as Bottega Veneta and The Frankie Shop. For a softer palette, look to influencer Leonie Hanne. She is often seen layering ice cream shades with a camel coat or white accessories. And if you’re looking to test the water, high-street stores from Zara to Mango have a great selection…

March 20, 2022 at 08:00AM Let me just say that Hailey Bieber has really been inspiring the masses with her legging outfits lately. The Pilates-loving model has been busy wearing trendy spring shoes, crew socks, It trainers and half-zip hoodies with leggings, and I’m consistently here to tell you about it. But this time, I’m here to talk about her actual leggings.Earlier this week, Bieber wore the most chill of legging outfits, and it’s hard to not want to be wearing it the second you lay eyes on it. With her oversized sweatshirt, crew socks (per usual) and furry slides, she wore a pair of lounge leggings by celeb-favourite brand Alo Yoga. Lounge leggings are basically extra soft, stretchy and comfortable enough to sleep in. You can also work out in them, but you certainly don’t have to. They’re often made of knit, space-dye fabric. I own several…

March 20, 2022 at 08:00AM The sun is shining (at least, it is while I type this), and temperatures have reached double figures. At the risk of jinxing the weather, let’s talk about spring outfits. I’ve been in spring mode for a while, but with the weather finally taking a turn, now seems like the perfect time to really start breaking down outfit trends we can expect from 2022. With the burden of layers almost behind us, I’m turning my attention to the pieces that’ll help make my existing wardrobe feel more current and on-point for spring. By now, I expect you’ve already brushed up on your fashion knowledge by consulting our seasonal trend report. (If you haven’t, take a moment to get up to speed—I’ll wait.) Now, while the runway trends are undoubtedly important and will set the tone for the next…