Chinese Designers Are Taking Centre Stage

December 27, 2021 at 02:30PM Global luxury brands may still be trying to figure out the one-size-fits-all equation for tapping the elusive and prolific consumers in China, but Chinese designers have always had a leg up on understanding what their country’s consumers are looking for — especially during the pandemic. There’s no question that many still lust after the latest and greatest from international luxe brands, but for today’s Gen Z shoppers, mixing cool emerging local designers with their Chanels, Diors and Bottega Venetas has never had so much clout. With two Chinese designers, Rui Zhou and Shuting Qiu, among the 20 names shortlisted for the semifinals of this year’s LVMH Prize for Young Fashion Designers (a.k.a. one of the most prestigious fashion awards), a new crop of designers is making waves by showcasing their talent and personality — and the rest of…

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The Best Red Carpet Fashion Moments of 2021

December 27, 2021 at 02:00PM Considering the mess of a year we’ve had, we should all be slightly shocked at how good the red carpet fashion was in 2021. And when I say good, I mean seriously good. In February, it was clear that 2021 was done with loungewear and ready to party when not even a virtual carpet could keep Law Roach down. As Anya Taylor-Joy emerged onto the Golden Globes screen decked out in an emerald green Dior gown, the stylist cemented his fashion fairy godmother status then and there. And if we’re being honest, this list could’ve easily been an “Ode to Roach” as his looks for Taylor-Joy, Tom Holland, and Zendaya topped our collective best dressed mental directories. But while Cynthia Erivo, H.E.R, Emma Corrin and Olivia Rodrigo also brought their A+ style game, the real rising stars this…

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12 TikTok Beauty Hacks We Learned in 2021

December 27, 2021 at 02:00PM If you’ve somehow managed to avoid downloading TikTok all this time, consider giving in now. Built for bite-sized videos, TikTok has been a proper goldmine for hacks of all varieties in 2021, especially when it came to beauty. We love an over-the-top makeup look, but always welcome ways to simplify our routines — if only to pass the time by learning something new. We’ve rounded up some of the best TikTok beauty hacks of 2021 — from heatless curls and the wolf cut to slugging and lip contouring — as demonstrated by some of our favourite TikTok users, below. 1. Retain moisture by “slugging” The name could use a rebrand, but slugging might be the easiest hack we’ve learned all year. To retain moisture (especially in the dry winter months), simply finish off your nighttime skincare routine with…

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Christmas 2021 recap

Christmas 2021 recapDecember 27, 2021 at 11:44AM Hi friends! How are you? I hope you’re having a wonderful day and that those who were celebrating are recovering from the festivities. I spent all day yesterday in my pajamas (took a break to lie horizontally in the sauna blanket) wondering what the heck just happened. 🙂 I’m back in the swing of things and heading out to teach a morning aerobics class.  For today’s post, I’m sharing a recap from our Christmas adventures! It was an amazing week with family and friends, and I always love the chance to get together and celebrate. Christmas 2021 recap Earlier last week, we went to stay at the Fairmont Princess in Scottsdale, and they do Christmas RIGHT. If you live close by, I highly, highly recommend it. (We went last year right before Christmas and decided it…

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Best Sautéed Shrimp

Best SautĂ©ed ShrimpDecember 27, 2021 at 10:00AM Best SautĂ©ed Shrimp Get perfectly sautĂ©ed shrimp every single time with this easy and fool-proof step-by-step tutorial on how to cook shrimp on the stove! This sautĂ©ed shrimp recipe comes with the most delicious marinade and toasted spices. It’s a quick and healthy seafood option to make on the stove. The Best Way to SautĂ© Shrimp This sautĂ©d shrimp recipe is… Browse READ: Best SautĂ©ed Shrimp Continue Reading… Author Linley Richter | citywomen.co Selected by CWC

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The 8 Biggest Handbag Trends We’re Bookmarking for 2022

December 27, 2021 at 08:00AM We may have to wait a while longer before we can start donning the clothes spring/summer 2022 has to offer (that or risk freezing—winter has just begun after all), but there is one item from the runway that we can start adding to our wardrobes imminently: handbags. Ideal for impatient types, handbags are the easiest way to kick-start your new-season capsule. And seeing as bags were at the bottom of our shopping priorities at the start of 2021, due to the pandemic and spending time indoors, now’s the moment to make up for lost time.Luckily for said impatient types, we’ve discovered that many of the top handbag trends we spotted on the runway are already on the shopping circuit. What are these trends, we hear you ask? Well, they’re a versatile bunch.Texture remains a key accessory aesthetic, though the…

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I Asked a Dermatologist How to De-Puff Eyes, and the Answers Really Work

December 27, 2021 at 08:00AM The skin around your eyes is very delicate and thin, so you want to be gentle with it. That means using the right products and avoiding rubbing, scratching, or pulling at the area. Because that area is so sensitive, you might also find yourself dealing with things like dark under-eye circles, dryness, and puffiness. The latter part is one thing I’ve been dealing with a lot lately, so I went to a dermatologist for some answers.In fact, puffy eyes are one of the most common concerns that patients bring to their dermatologists, says Kathleen S. Viscusi, MD, FAAD, FACMS, co-founder and partner at Dermatology and Surgery Specialists of North Atlanta (DESSNA). Treating puffy eyes is a bit more complicated than you would think. “Effectively addressing this concern for each patient is much more variable. Just as there isn’t…

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I’m a Flat-Shoe Expert, and These 31 Pairs Are the Prettiest I’ve Found

December 27, 2021 at 08:00AM Up until about six years ago, aside from holiday sandals, I never used to wear flat shoes. Instead, I’d teeter around in heels, whatever the occasion—be it a night out or a trip to the supermarket. I guess I had subscribed to the idea that working in the fashion industry meant practical things such as flat shoes weren’t part of the uniform. In my defence, flat shoes weren’t given the same treatment that they are today.Then the tide turned. From CĂ©line’s (when the brand still boasted its accent) Glove shoes to Gucci’s once-again-iconic Jordaan loafers, the humble flat was given the haute treatment by a host of brands. Now, you’ll find plentiful flat shoes that look just as pretty as heels, if not more so.It’s official—flat shoes are cool, and I wear them around the clock. Not only are they…

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When It Comes to Anti-Ageing, This Serum Is Considered the Best of the Best

December 27, 2021 at 08:00AM When you think of the best anti-ageing products around, it’s likely that your mind turns straight to the line-reducing powers of retinol or protective powers of SPF and vitamin C. And while there’s no doubt that those three powerhouse ingredients make for the ultimate youth-preserving trio, it’s okay to want something a little less active and a little more suited to an easy, everyday routine.We can sing the praises of retinol and the importance of SPF until the cows come home, but the truth is, most people just want a fuss-free, everyday product that hydrates, plumps, and smooths all at once. So while we still stand by the fact that retinol, vitamin C and SPF are the most powerful anti-ageing ingredients out there, it would be silly to ignore other options just because they’re not backed with the same levels of kudos.And…

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The Only 7 Jewellery and Watch Trends That Will Matter Next Year

December 27, 2021 at 07:00AM For some, the past 18 months or so has proven to be a good time to invest in the kind of wardrobe additions that you’ll not only enjoy wearing right away but that you’ll also love forever. With disposable income re-routing from holidays or dinners out to considered fashion and accessory purchases, there has been a noticeable rise reported by many luxury brands and e-tailers in categories such as leather-goods, fine jewellery and watches. And the tail-end of 2021 has seen quite the peak in the latter two: According to shopping app LYST, over the past three months, there has been “a rise in searches for gold fine jewellery; they’re currently up 23% month-on-month. Although necklaces and earrings are the most popular categories at the moment, searches for Cartier’s bracelets have increased 26% since the start of October.”  Our desire to cherry pick pieces that…

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