From Arket Blazers to Frankie Shop Puffers: The 8 Buys That Kept Selling Out

December 25, 2021 at 06:00AM We’ve seen all manner of shopping behavioural shifts come into play over the course of 2021. From the rise of online shopping to the growth of resale, it’s been fascinating to watch the ways in which the public has adjusted to the ‘new normal’. As an online magazine, we’re lucky enough to get in-depth insights into these changes, both from speaking to other experts, but also through our own data.Having kept track of sales and trends over the course of the year, I am happy to report that last year’s penchant for elevated basics has remained, with many high-street stores re-releasing popular premium staples that, clearly, have stayed in high-demand. It’s so encouraging to see high-street brands focusing on higher-quality pieces that will truly stand the test of time: Case in point, I got Arket’s hopsack blazer for Christmas roughly 4 years ago, and it’s…

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The Celeb-Approved Dresses That Are Taking Over Instagram

December 25, 2021 at 06:00AM There’s nothing the fashion set love more than a supremely extra party dress, and while The Vampire’s Wife has held the top spot for a few years now, we have a feeling that new entry Taller Marmo might just be about to steal the spotlight. Named after the Spanish word Taller, meaning workshop or studio, and Marmo, the Italian word for marble, the Milan-based label was founded in 2013 by designers Riccardo Audisio and Yago Goicoechea. With its distinctively nostalgic spirit, Taller Marmo specialises in luxurious eveningwear, specifically kaftan silhouettes that hark back to pieces worn by the likes of Elizabeth Taylor and Sophia Loren in the 1960s and ‘70s.While each dress has its own unique aesthetic—from jewelled tones and monochrome neutrals, to both fringed and feathered trims—they all boast a loose, flowing fit that drapes beautifully on the body. Spotted on the likes of Kylie Minogue and Pixie Lott, alongside plenty of…

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6 Winter Leggings Outfits That Are Actually Chic

December 25, 2021 at 06:00AM If I’m honest, I’ve never really been into leggings. Although, you would think I’m lying if you see how many activewear styles I have, sat there ready and waiting in case I ever set foot in the gym I pay monthly for. But when it comes to leggings to wear as part of a daily uniform, I’ve always avoided them. Until now, that is. And it’s all thanks to recent outfit inspo on Instagram. While it’s tricky to find a pair that doesn’t bag at the knees and sag at the crotch, so many brands – including Commando, Spanx and TotĂŞme – have nailed it with well-fitting styles. It’s all about getting the right thickness, too. Unlike opaque tights, you don’t want them to be sheer as this is what can make them look cheap and scruffy. Instead, thicker (more luxe) materials…

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Zara Is Absolutely Nailing These 7 Trends Right Now

December 25, 2021 at 06:00AM There may be other places we turn to for investment buys and extra special pieces, but for of-the-moment trends and instant wardrobe refreshes, it has to be Zara. Don’t ask us how, but they always seem to be ahead of the season’s biggest trends which is impressive and honestly unusual for a high street brand. It’s part of the reason we (and you) love it so much. Right now, there’s endless pieces on Zara we’ve got our eyes on (if you saw our basket, it would almost be embarrassing), but out of all of it there’s 7 trends we’ve noticed them doing *particularly* well. This should help us whittle down our shopping lists to the best of the best. And considering they’re also some of the biggest trends going into spring 2022, the list below can help prepare your wardrobes in the best way…

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Grab Your Popcorn: 13 Stylish Films You Should Watch This Week

December 25, 2021 at 05:00AM When you think of fashionable films, you might immediately hearken back to Sex and the City or The Devil Wears Prada—which isn’t wrong. Carrie Bradshaw is a style icon in her own right, and I would still let Andrea Sachs step on me in those Chanel boots. But even films that aren’t obviously focused on fashion use style as a plot tool.After all, the best characters are stylish, and if done right, a character’s style can transport the viewers to another realm; indicate a time period; signify class, race, or gender identity; or say what’s left unspoken by the actors. So which films’ costume designs possess the ability to transport you? Ahead, we’ve rounded up 13 stylish movies that you can stream right now to get your fashion-and-film fix. Grab your popcorn because the costumes and cinematography in these movies will have you…

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Cranberry Mimosa (+ Best New Years Drinks)

Cranberry Mimosa (+ Best New Years Drinks)December 24, 2021 at 03:06PM Cranberry Mimosa (+ Best New Years Drinks) Looking for easy New Years drinks? Try this simple, yet elevated cranberry mimosa recipe! It’s made with only 3 ingredients. If you’re hoping to score more New Years Eve Drinks inspiration — you’ve come to the right place. Keep scrolling down for more ideas. Easy New Years Eve Drink Recipe! Looking for a super simple,… Browse READ: Cranberry Mimosa (+ Best New Years Drinks) Continue Reading… Author Lee Funke | citywomen.co Selected by CWC

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How to Wear Painful Heels This Holiday Season (Without Dying)

December 24, 2021 at 02:30PM The long-term effects of high heels on the body are well-documented, ranging from foot damage to chronic pain. I didn’t even need to know that, however; just the temporary pain of wearing killer heels for a night out or even sensible heels all day at work was enough to make me slowly dial back on my high heel addiction. These days, I work from home and one of the best side effects of that is the freedom to wear comfortable shoes (or no shoes at all) every day. Now I rarely wear high heels even when I go out, opting instead for a fun pair of sneakers. However, once in a while I do break out an old favorite pair of heels for an important meeting or a special occasion, like the upcoming holiday season. Unfortunately my time…

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Have yourself a merry little Christmas

Have yourself a merry little ChristmasDecember 24, 2021 at 11:59AM Hi hi friends! Happy Christmas eve to those who are celebrating this weekend. I’m taking the next few days off to enjoy with the fam, but I’ll be back on Monday. I hope you have a blessed and wonderful holiday with those you love. I’m so thankful to you for being here! Sending you love, happiness, a mug of warm mulled wine, and a grammie to top it off, Gina (the Pilot, Liv, P, Maisey, Caro..and Donut and Cookie, too) ** I’ll announce the favorite things giveaway winners on Monday, so last chance to get in your entries! Photos by Audria Abney The post Have yourself a merry little Christmas appeared first on The Fitnessista. Continue Reading… Author Fitnessista | citywomen.co Selected by CWC

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Simple Mimosa Recipe

Simple Mimosa RecipeDecember 24, 2021 at 10:00AM Simple Mimosa Recipe Cheers to this simple mimosa recipe that comes together in just 2 classic mimosa ingredients — champagne and orange juice, of course. Enjoy! Looking to have a few cocktail options available for your next get together? This classic mimosa recipe + this mulled wine + these rosemary collins will do just the trick. A Classic Mimosa Recipe We have… Browse READ: Simple Mimosa Recipe Continue Reading… Author Emily Richter | citywomen.co Selected by CWC

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19 Hairstyles That Prove Gen Z Are Right About the Excellence of the Middle Part

December 24, 2021 at 08:00AM As a millennial beauty editor, I am often left a little confused (and sometimes infuriated) by some of the things I see on TikTok. Typically, messages that promote using lube as primer or using a banana to apply winged liner aren’t the sorts of things that fill beauty editors with confidence. However, when Gen Z took to TikTok earlier this year to brand side partings as “cheugy,” I wasn’t totally aghast. Personally, I think that flipping your hair over to the side is one of the simplest and most effective ways to elevate and volumise any look. However, I do have to agree that the middle part is a superior way to style your hair.As someone who spent most of her adolescent life straightening her side-parted fringe and spraying can after can of Batiste into the roots to try to get some volume into my obscenely side-parted…

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