I’m a Beauty Editor, and These Are the 6 Makeup Rules I Intentionally Break

January 27, 2022 at 06:30AM As a beauty editor, I don’t admit my beauty faults often. I follow a strict skincare regimen morning and night (I have never slept in my makeup), I religiously treat my hair to masks, and I wouldn’t dream of stepping out of the bath without slathering my skin in lotion immediately afterwards. However, when it comes to applying my makeup, it’s as though my esteemed beauty journalist title means nothing.I work with makeup artists day in, day out and have spent many hours of my life absorbing every tip and trick they swear by. And while I do retain the information and apply it to my work, when it comes to my own makeup routine, it’s like all of their valuable information has gone in one ear and out the other.It’s not that I don’t know what I should be doing, but…

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Spring/Summer 2022 Trends: The Only 17 Looks You Need to Know About

January 27, 2022 at 06:30AM I am so excited about S/S 22’s fashion trends. The overarching mood was one of real optimism, but where the previous season perhaps went into overdrive with the desire (desperation?) to get dressed up for even the most low-key of weekly grocery shops, the outlook for S/S 22 is that there is a time and place to be extra fabulous but still a strong demand and a necessity for easy, simple, luxurious, gorgeous clothes and outfits you can fling on in a hurry. There are places to go, people to see and the many ensembles to suit. So while on the one hand there’s a very clear shift towards revealing, ultra-sassy, cut-to-here-and-slashed-to-there kind of dressing, there’s also a very chic, understated antithesis at play. It speaks to a modern shopper’s whims and natural inclination to change one’s mind. Some days you might channel Rosie…

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52 Celebs and Fashion People Who Are Making Me Want to Chop Off All My Hair

January 27, 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…

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10 Workwear Ideas for When You Wish You Could Hibernate

January 27, 2022 at 06:03AM Getting workwear right can be tricky at the best of times, let alone when the temperatures are so icy that all you want to wear is your pyjamas. As the weather gets bleaker, we often find our workwear wardrobes become a little drabber, with dark colours and practical (rather than fun) layering. But there are a number of ways you can look smart when you’re in hibernation mode.We have some tricks for softening corporate tailoring and adding personality to your winter basics, including expensive-looking knitwear and experimenting with bold colours. There are certain businesswomen who always provide inspiring workwear ideas, including Head of Fashion Partnerships at Instagram Eva Chen and Moda Operandi founder Lauren Santo Domingo. Keep scrolling to see how they do it.Style Notes: Make like Tamu McPherson and double up on camel. Everything looks chic in a rich caramel…

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Hailey Bieber’s Winter Capsule Is Nothing Short of Perfect

January 27, 2022 at 06:02AM Given the fact they spend much of their downtime in exotic climes or on the world’s most pristine beaches, it never fails to amaze us just how well the A-list dress for winter—particularly those who reside in L.A. over New York or London. Recently, we’ve found ourselves becoming increasingly enamoured by the winter-style flair showcased by Hailey Bieber.The model, who tied the knot with Justin Bieber in a gorgeous ceremony back in 2019, has been serving up some of the best cold-weather looks we’ve seen in a while, pipping influencers and other stars to the post with her on-point attire.Striking the perfect balance between high-end and casual, Hailey’s winter wardrobe consists of many of the same pieces. White trainers, camel outerwear, oversized co-ords, cosy cable-knit jumpers—and that’s about it.As it turns out, you need only a handful of…

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These Cult Boots Have Been Best Sellers for Over 60 Years

January 27, 2022 at 05:40AM Having spent years training myself in the art of trend-hunting and It item–spotting, I could say confidently that I’m certain Dr. Martens boots are more popular than ever. In 2019, the heritage footwear brand reported double-digit growth (revenue stacks up now to a pretty cool ÂŁ454.4 million—NBD), and that translates very visibly into just how often I spot girls wearing Docs on the pavements of my home city of London as well as on my Instagram feed, within celebrity echelons and in street style galleries.Each month, more than 12,000 people in the UK search for “Dr. Martens boots,” and that’s before you start analysing all of the breakout search terms for specific styles shoppers are looking for, like Sinclair or Jadon. According to Google Trends, there’s a noticeable spike during November and December. When the cold weather strikes, DMs really come…

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Fashion Hack From Margot Robbie: An AirPods Case Can Double as a Purse

January 26, 2022 at 11:40PM Just when we thought the micro bag trend was finally laid to rest, Margot Robbie resurrected it with a twist we didn’t see coming. While attending Chanel’s haute couture spring/summer 2022 show at Paris Fashion Week, the actor seemingly previewed her forthcoming “Barbie” movie role by toting along a teeny-tiny purse that’s actually, upon further inspection, an AirPods case. Same same, but different, right? The bag in question looks like most Chanel designs, with a quilted leather exterior and a chainlink crossbody strap, but it appeared to have encountered the shrinking machine from Disney’s “Honey, I Shrunk the Kids.” Measuring less than 3 inches in both length and height, the miniature accessory begs the question: What on earth did Robbie have stored inside? We doubt she brought actual AirPods along for the show, but it’s also hard to…

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Are Mismatched Shoes the New Style Trend? Paris Hilton Says, “That’s Hot”

January 26, 2022 at 10:00PM As Paris Hilton spoke to host Jimmy Fallon about her wedding and current projects on “The Tonight Show”, her shimmery lime green dress popped boldly on screen. The choice of her stylist Sammy K, the Giuseppe di Morabito design featured a turtleneck and a thigh-high slit that showcased her toned legs. As we appreciated this skin reveal moment, we also couldn’t help but notice the entrepreneur’s slightly mismatched shoes. On the right foot she wore a simple Giuseppe Zanotti nude pump, while the left foot feature another nude pump but with sparkles adorning the heel and toe. Was this an intentional wardrobe malfunction? It definitely made for lighthearted, good-natured banter. Or was she just rushing to get out of the hotel? Host Jimmy Fallon wondering the same thing as he poked fun at the wrong shoes in an…

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Asian Designers to Shop From This Lunar New Year

January 26, 2022 at 07:47PM Lunar New Year is just around the corner. Whether you’re celebrating with family, friends or roommates, it’s tradition to wear something new to signify a fresh start for the new year. This coming year is the Year of Tiger, which symbolizes strength, bravery and loyalty. In particular, if this is your “birth sign year” (people born in 2010, 1998, 1986, etc.), wearing red (specifically red underwear) could shield you from bad luck. Although many fashion labels have come out with special collections in celebration of the Lunar New Year, many have noted the holiday’s commercialization by Western brands. With the increasing buying power and visibility of the Asian population, in North America or abroad, its impossible to ignore the tremendous talent from this group of people that have long been overlooked. From established names like Issey Miyake, Vera…

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6 Canadian Actors We’re Excited to See On Our Screens This Year

January 26, 2022 at 06:17PM Arguably, the best part about a new year is all the movies and TV shows you can look forward to watching. As someone who tends to work a lot, the fictional on-screen world is my favourite form of escapism — and over the years, I’ve become quite the film and TV buff. I love to watch movies in the theatre, stay updated on all the latest releases and, most importantly, discover new Canadian actors (or continue obsessing over my current favourites). If you’re anything like me but just can’t find the time to stay up to date on what’s cool right now, allow me to help out. Here’s a round-up of Canadian women to look out for on the small and big screen this year. With some fan-favourite faces and some making their first debut, there’s a little…

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