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October 16, 2021 at 06:00AM If there’s one store that epitomises the longevity and ageless appeal of the Great British high street, it would have to be John Lewis & Partners. We all have our own memories of the institution, whether it’s shopping for school shoes or manically buying scented candles and mugs the day before Christmas. While John Lewis may have a lead role in these nostalgic shopping memories, I recently discovered that it’s also a gold mine for cult brands that you might struggle to find IRL. After a quick browse of the womenswear category, I couldn’t believe what an eclectic range of labels there was. Not only were the likes of Mango and Ted Baker included, but there were also names such as Ninety Percent, the fashion editor–approved sustainable basics brand, and Les Girls Les Boys, aka the new-gen offering of the underwear world. Having everything in one place honestly makes…

October 16, 2021 at 06:00AM I love autumn. Honestly, it is the best season. I could say it’s because I love the colour the leaves change as the weather gets colder. Or that all the festivities, including Halloween, Bonfire Night, Hanukkah and Christmas are all the best events of the year. But really it’s because we get to wear great knitwear again. This season, it’s all about the Breton jumper. The Arket white and blue striped version has already sold out (with the blue with white striped version still available), and every time I wear my Baum Und Pferdgarten roll neck Breton knit, I get compliments. The only thing I’ve found with this style of jumper is that it can seem a little repetitive. I’m guilty of jumper wearing mine with jeans and that’s it. But I’m here to tell you that there are so many other…

October 16, 2021 at 06:00AM & Other Stories is generally known for being one of the best places to go for knitwear on the high street, but I have to say, this season it has really stepped it up a gear. There is one jumper in particular that has caught the attention of the WWW editors, and we felt it our duty to share it with you. Coming with a striking checkerboard print and collared neckline, this knit looks seriously expensive in our opinion. You can add it to jeans, throw it over slip skirts or even dress it up for dinner with black trousers, heels and gold jewellery.The fit comes up quite oversized so we recommend sizing down if you prefer a less baggy finish, however we quite like the effect of a looser jumper, especially when paired with slim fit trousers. It reminds us of the brand’s…

October 16, 2021 at 06:00AM A lot of us have our own hair gripes, right? Personally, I like my hair for the most part—it’s stick-straight and easy to manage, which is great because I’m 100% lazy when it comes to styling or using any other products aside from shampoo and conditioner. Most days, I just air-dry it and call it a day.That doesn’t mean I don’t get frustrated with my strands, though. My biggest hair complaint is that because it’s stick-straight, it’s very flat and on the thinner side. It seriously cannot hold a curl at all. I can spend all this time with my curling iron, and then, guaranteed, an hour or two later, it slowly deflates and becomes straight again. The same goes for any type of volume—I’ve tried so many products to get that big, pumped-up hair, but many have failed me.Since I’ve…

October 16, 2021 at 05:20AM Can you wear black to a wedding? In my opinion, it’s a yes, but with a few rules, regs and caveats. I’ve personally worn black to three weddings over the past few years, and it hasn’t caused trouble yet. In fact, the formulas I’ve come up with have become really trusty, fail-safe outfits for those nuptials and events where you really don’t have a clue what to wear.Unlike many other social engagements, weddings can often come with a specific set of guidelines and requests from the happy couple, but a lot of these have changed and evolved over time. Like many etiquette rules surrounding vows, engagements, gifts and more, appropriate wedding guest attire can often fall into a grey area. And despite many traditional regulations relaxing, this idea of whether black is suitable or not still comes up…