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October 14, 2021 at 06:25AM Christmas parties might not be the main thing on your mind right now, but according to industry insiders, this year is set to be a big one for event dressing, with fashion buyers investing in glitzy gowns and spangled heels across the board. Perhaps we shouldn’t be surprised. After all, those of us who love to don our glad rags have been sorely deprived over the last 18 months and, if we are able to, will take any opportunity to glam up over the Christmas period.   While I am definitely a sucker for a good trouser suit, I am going to focus on a Christmas staple for this article: the party dress. Thankfully, there are plenty of options to choose from—it’s definitely not a one-style-fits-all situation—from sequins and velvet to colour-pop pieces and ankle-grazing hemlines, there’ll be something for everyone. Personally, after a five-year-long affair with the midi…

October 14, 2021 at 06:06AM Whenever someone finds out I’m Scottish, they always ask two things: 1) Do I like haggis? And 2) does everyone wear tartan? Stereotypes aside, these are my answers. 1) No, but lots of my family and friends do, and 2) no, but me? I wear all the tartan I can get.I’ve always loved tartan outfits, particularly in the colder months when the thick weave loans itself perfectly to the plummeting temperatures. And now, for autumn/winter 2021, I have a feeling lots of you will be joining me in my show of tartan appreciation, as the timeless check is already trending for the season ahead.Vivienne Westwood, Molly Goddard, Dior, Alessandra Rich, Longchamp, and Charles Jeffrey Loverboy are just a few of the brands noted in our bumper trend report that dedicated runway looks to the heritage motif, thus firmly cementing its status…

October 14, 2021 at 06:04AM As a child of the ‘90s, I’ll admit that there are many trends of that decade that I’d rather leave behind (pencil-thin eyebrows and towering Spice Girls–esque platform sneakers among them). And while I did dabble in some of the era’s more questionable looks—including butterfly clips and plastic chokers—I’m convinced the decade is far chicer than we give it credit for.  You only have to look as far as celebrity throwbacks featuring Gwyneth Paltrow, Naomi Campbell or Jennifer Aniston to see that the most standout looks from the '90s were often the simplest. From knit dresses to chic silk slips, the outfits that can be categorised as easy and effortless are also the most prominent looks that have stood the test of time. With this in mind, I delved into the archive and found a treasure trove of easy '90s looks that I’d…

October 14, 2021 at 06:00AM Wrapping my hair at night is something that’s been instilled in me since I was a little kid. When my hair was freshly styled for school on Monday, my mum would pop on a headscarf or turban (or if one couldn’t be found, a pair of tights), so over the past 29 years, I have tried my fair share of silk hair wraps.The industry has come a long way, and now there is a plethora of chic and effective silk hair wraps to keep your hair healthy. If you’re not aware of the benefits of wearing a silky hair wrap, here’s the lowdown: Silk reduces friction and therefore prevents excess damage and fragility. The texture also helps prevent frizz. Plus, cotton is known to draw moisture out of the hair and scalp, whereas silk is less likely to do this.…

October 14, 2021 at 06:00AM Over the last decade, the high-street has become infinitely better at creating good basics. Yes, there were always the Uniqlos and Gaps of the world, but now the list of brands that tick both the form and function boxes is growing every day, and John Lewis & Partners’ lesser-known brand Kin very much falls under this category. Rising above seasonal trends, this affordable brand has been consistent in its minimalist message since its inception, perfecting the art of the perfect shirt, the ideal crew-neck knit and the dream pair of tailored trousers.Last year, I fell in love with Kin’s collaboration with Rie Takeda and have been wearing the wrap jacket through all seasons. I’m also pleased to announce that Kin’s A/W 21 collection is just as good as it’s ever been. We’re talking an oversized pinstripe shirt that was made for layering, a rather chic raincoat…

October 14, 2021 at 06:00AM While we all like to think that our skincare routines are tip-top, even those with 10-step routines complete with serums that will set you back hundreds of pounds aren’t immune to a pesky spot from time to time. That’s right. Although getting the odd whopper of a spot can leave you screaming Why me?! from the rooftops, you should also find solace in the fact that literally everyone gets spots.Some spots might be painful and rock-hard, and others may appear red, inflamed, and juicy. While they can often leave you feeling helpless, providing you know exactly what to do, they shouldn’t stick around for too long. Howard Murad, MD, FAAD, board-certified dermatologist and founder of Murad explains, “There are two overarching types of spots: non-inflammatory and inflammatory. Non-inflammatory spots include both whiteheads and blackheads and are formed through a build up of…

October 14, 2021 at 05:00AM Erica Davies wears boots from her John Lewis & Partners collaboration with an M&S jacketOur mission at Who What Wear is really to take all the stress and admin out of shopping, saving you from trawling through hundreds of shopping sites, bringing you concise edits of the pieces that really stand above the rest. When it comes to the building blocks in your autumn wardrobe there are three stores we are impressed with the most right now—Mango, John Lewis and M&S. You can rely on them to deliver every day staples, which excel both in terms of quality and design flair. If you’re after the perfect pair of boots, a new jumper and an expensive-looking coat, we have a feeling you’ll find it in the 21 pieces below.This would look amazing with a cream jumper.Riding boots with a…