The Boot Trends That Are Going to Be Big in 2022, According to Zara

January 24, 2022 at 06:04AM From royals to celebrities, influencers to editors, you’d be hard-pressed to find someone (fashion fanatic or otherwise) who doesn’t have an item of clothing from Zara in their wardrobe. The Spanish retailer has developed a reputation for itself over the years for creating affordable, trend-led pieces and contemporary basics which can act as the cornerstone of any closet. Though, Zara’s mass-market appeal doesn’t just end at clothing. The brand’s footwear is equally as coveted, and this winter in particular, we’ve spotted quite a number of expensive-looking boots among its collection, many of which, we predict, will sell out in no time. (Sadly, these styles don’t often hang around for long.)Once again this season, the brand has aced the concept of timeless classics while also creating pairs that are bound to elevate any outfit going. And we’re not just talking about chunky soles, although these…

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Behold: The 11 Most Iconic Chanel Bags of All Time

January 24, 2022 at 06:04AM Is there any handbag more iconic than a Chanel bag? Upon receiving my first Chanel Classic, I vividly remember shedding a tiny tear. It felt as if it had been passed down from the hands of Gabrielle Chanel to Karl Lagerfeld and then myself. With the long shoulder strap symbolising the idea that women were free to do as they wished with their hands and the zipped pouch ideal for keeping secrets, it not only was a symbol of fashion but of femininity and freedom as well. Excuse the drama but Chanel more than deserves it.Since the inception of Chanel in 1910, the luxury brand has continued to grow alongside us as we have gained more rights and power and continued the quest for equality. Chanel is a symbol of strength, and it just so happens that Chanel bags are incredibly chic and enhance any outfit I’m…

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These Styles Are Making Me Excited For A 2022 Haircut

January 24, 2022 at 06:00AM We all know the feeling, right? The feeling of cutting away loose threads at the start of a new year keeping things fresh and ridding all aspects of your life with anything that doesn’t serve you anymore. I definitely do this at the start of every year and especially when it comes to beauty and fashion. I donate a bunch of clothes, I narrow down my skincare regimen, clean my makeup brushes and most importantly I book in a haircut. Not a trim, which you should be getting every 3 to 4 months anyway, an actual cut– a restyle, a fringe, lobbing off the lengths.So, I spoke to some of my favourite hairstylists to determine which trends will be inspiring mine and my friends cuts this year. A statement haircut isn’t for the faint-hearted but it’s oh-so worth the plunge and…

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Fashion Designer Thierry Mugler Has Died at Age 73

January 24, 2022 at 01:30AM French fashion designer Thierry Mugler, who worked with stars like Beyoncé, Lady Gaga, Kim Kardashian, Naomi Campbell, and Diana Ross, has died at age 73. “We are devastated to announce the passing of Mr Manfred Thierry Mugler on Sunday January 23rd 2022,” read a statement posted to Mugler’s Instagram. “May his soul Rest In Peace.” The cause of Mugler’s death has not been announced. Mugler released his first fashion collection, “Café de Paris,” in 1973, and rose to prominence in the ‘80s and '90s. Though Mugler retired from fashion in 2002, he continued to design for some of the brightest stars in the business. He created costumes for Beyoncé’s I Am … world tour in 2009 and designed Kardashian’s “wet, dripping” look from the 2019 Met Gala, a creation “eight months in the making,” Kardashian said at the…

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Yep, French Women Over 50 All Own These 6 Items

January 23, 2022 at 08:00AM It’s no secret that French women possess a knack for a polished style that reads as effortless and cool. Over the years, they prove to really refine their personal senses of style with wardrobes stocked with incredible closet essentials. French women are truly in the know about which building blocks will last for years ahead, so it’s no surprise you’ll spot many of them wearing the same staples.Yep, you’ll be sure to spot elegant tweed pieces on both Carla Bruni and Isabel Marant. The same goes for ankle boots, which you’ll see Nadege du Bosterus and Juliette Binoche styling with their looks. And it doesn’t stop there. Ahead, take inspiration from stylish over-50 French women and see the six pieces you’ll spot in all of their closets. You can also shop the items for yourself to replicate their chic looks.No matter…

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A Dermatologist Ranked the 3 Worst Body-Lotion Mistakes

January 23, 2022 at 08:00AM If there’s anything I’m very strict about when it comes to my beauty routine, it’s my body lotion. I might forget a step in my nighttime skincare routine, but I never forget to put body lotion on after I shower or in the mornings, even I don’t shower. For the most part, it’s paid off. Aside from the occasional eczema flare-up on my hands, arms, or neck, I have pretty smooth skin. But since I’m a curious person and like to question everything, I wanted to know if there were some things I was missing when it comes to body-lotion application. So I reached out to dermatologist Naissan O. Wesley, MD, FACMS, of Skin Care and Laser Physicians of Beverly Hills to get her tips and to see what role body lotions play in reducing premature ageing or the signs of ageing.…

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11 Reasons Victoria Beckham Looks So Amazing at 47

January 23, 2022 at 08:00AM I’m lucky enough in my job to have access to celebrity facialists, top beauty brands and the best experts in the industry, but I’ve noticed more and more that it’s A-listers themselves who are becoming all the more influential when it comes to serving up legitimately good beauty advice. Of course, celebrities like Beyoncé and Jennifer Aniston are surrounded by the beauty industry’s cream of the crop on a daily basis—from makeup artists to hairstylists—so it’s really no surprise that they’ve picked up some expert beauty tips along the way. There’s one celebrity in particular, however, whose skincare knowledge I trust more than most: Victoria Beckham.With her very own beauty line under her belt and a dedicated beauty reel of product recommendations and top tips on her Instagram, Beckham’s love of all things beauty is obvious. Her passion for products combined with how open she has…

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12 Classic Bags That Will Never Go Out of Style

January 23, 2022 at 08:00AM The fashion industry can place a lot of weight on newness, with a constant quest for the next It thing, the next big designer, and the trend we’ll be wearing in six, 12 or 18 months’ time. We are, however, slowly seeing a shift in how we think about shopping, with an emphasis on longevity and wearability over viral pieces. Building a wardrobe of classics can offer a more sustainable approach to fashion.This is why we launched our Survival of the Chicest series, which highlights the items we think will always rise high above trends, making them the perfect pieces to invest in and add to your capsule (or not-so-capsule) wardrobe. We’ve already covered the basics (think leather jackets, trench coats, Breton T-shirts, little black dresses and white shirts), and next up we’re giving you a rundown on…

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Kate Middleton Just Wore the Trend I’d Happily Ditch My Skinny Jeans For

January 23, 2022 at 08:00AM The Duchess of Cambridge stepped out in rainy Wolverhampton today for a series of engagements and proved, yet again, that denim is not the only way to pull together an easy, chic outfit. Wearing a look that was very reminiscent of a navy ensemble she chose on a royal tour last year (more on those looks below) she assembled a fitted coat over a polka-dot, contrast-collar blouse and with a trouser style that is fast becoming her signature: tailored flares.On Kate Middleton: Tory Burch Silk Satin Polka Dot Blouse; Jigsaw trousers. In a couple of styling moves that are now recognisably very HRH, Kate chose to go tonal (a move that makes any outfit simpler), to add in some classic pearl earrings and to ensure that her wide-leg trousers were (probably) tailored just so, in order to sit neatly above her…

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I’m Having a Wardrobe Refresh for 2022 and Keeping These Items

January 23, 2022 at 08:00AM I know the whole ‘new year, new me’ thing is a cliché, but when it comes to my wardrobe I’ve been really feeling the urge to give it a good old cleanse lately. Since that feeling coincided with the start of a new year, I thought it was the perfect excuse to step back and take stock of what I really wear, and what pieces are just gathering dust. It may have something to do with the fact that I recently turned 30 and moved house, but it’s also become obvious (since working from home more regularly) that I don’t wear half my clothes anymore. So a tighter capsule edit of perfect pieces is going to clear some much needed storage space and make getting dressed in the mornings a lot easier.And I know I’m not alone in this— every…

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