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February 13, 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…

February 13, 2022 at 08:00AM No number of Zara jumpers or Accessorize earrings could make Kate Middleton actually seem relatable, try as she might. No offense, Duchess. It’s just that a royal-sized budget, jewel-encrusted tiaras and worldwide fame are a tad out of reach for the average person. That said, you certainly don’t need to spend big bucks to re-create many of the Duchess of Cambridge’s outfits, including her most recent one.Middleton was photographed with Prince William at an event for Church on the Street, a charity that aims to lift people out of poverty. For the occasion, she wore a Massimo Dutti coat, Iris & Ink jumper and skirt and Missoma earrings. Her camel coat, in particular, stood out because it’s such an expensive-looking trend that will make you look polished and stylish without any effort at all. Scroll down to re-create Kate Middleton’s camel-coat outfit, and shop similar pieces. On Kate Middleton: Massimo Dutti…

February 13, 2022 at 06:30AM With track-sole boots becoming virtually ubiquitous last winter, it was only a matter of time before the chunky-sole trend infiltrated other types of footwear. That’s why it hardly came as a surprise in 2021 when we started seeing statement loafers launch across luxury and high-street brands. When it comes to designer brands, Prada has been one of the labels at the forefront of this trend. The Italian fashion house launched logo-embellished chunky loafers in 2020, garnering the attention of models and influencers including Elsa Hosk, Pernille Teisbæk and more. (The coveted style has since sold out across multiple platforms.) Understandably, several other brands have also embraced the trend, with Proenza Schouler adding its signature contrast stitching to a pair of platform leather loafers, and Dr. Martens collaborating with Comme des Garçons on its own version of the shoe. Worn alongside jeans and knits or pleated skirts and sweatshirts, the footwear trend has an…

February 13, 2022 at 06:29AM Do you follow Andrea Cheong on Instagram or TikTok? If you don’t, you should! She has become the trusted and approachable authority in an arena that many find daunting to step into: sustainable fashion. Breaking it down into bite-size pieces of information one can easily digest and use for more sensible shopping tactics in the future, Andrea’s Mindful Monday Method is an absolute must-view if you want to be a more conscious consumer of fashion. With her wealth of knowledge and very good taste, it’s no wonder we had to knock on her virtual door. Join Andrea each Friday on Who What Wear UK’s TikTok channel (@whowhatwear.uk), where she’ll be dissecting the latest trends and shopping phenomena. Last week, she showed you a more sustainable Lunar New Year shopping list. This week, she brings you a conscious guide to Valentine’s date outfits.I don’t know about you, but I sense that there’s…

February 13, 2022 at 06:23AM Whether you’re a pro on the slopes or your priority is raclette and fondue, there’s no disputing that getting dressed for the slopes is fun. I mean, it has to be, right? Before you even start skiing, the whole experience is exhausting. Just walking in those heavy boots is a week’s worth of squats, and that’s before you even try to carry your skis. But if there’s anything that will get me enthusiastic about an activity, it’s a cool wardrobe.That said, technical skiwear is an investment. After all, expert technology goes into developing each garment to ensure it’s warm, waterproof and durable at the same time, which is why it’s no surprise ski-clothing rental is one of the biggest areas of growth in the fashion rental market right now. Specialist site Blanqo recently launched with a concise edit of stylish…

February 13, 2022 at 06:10AM With the power to make (or, indeed, break) an outfit, accessories should always be considered a high priority when pulling together any ensemble. Whether you’re looking to dress something down or perhaps elevate a staple you’re becoming somewhat weary of, the addition of a well-chosen accessory can do just that—and with minimal effort required on your part, I might add. Our team know just how essential accessories can be when it comes to honing your aesthetic. We spend a lot of time analysing trends, and accessories are one area that we make sure never to overlook. But which accessory trends are in for 2022? I’m glad you asked.Join us, Who What Wear UK’s editors, as we sound off on the best and brightest accessory trends 2022 has in store, from baseball caps to chain necklaces all the way to the broad spectrum of…

February 13, 2022 at 06:05AM Each year, fresh It pieces arrive on the fashion scene that are scooped up by all of the insiders. The year ahead is no exception. While we’re still just getting started in 2022, there are already some major designer It items that have arrived at cult status and will define fashion this year. Here, I’m focusing on pieces that are having a moment but also have serious staying power.Just because they're trending doesn’t necessarily mean they’re brand-new, so I’ve included the just-dropped designer pieces everyone’s talking about and luxury heritage pieces that are now more popular than ever. Ahead are the 10 It pieces that are already defining fashion in 2022—from the designer trainers that are nearly sold out everywhere to the platforms that are about to be huge to the iconic bag that’s somehow cooler than ever.Celine’s Triomphe logo has won me over in all of…

February 13, 2022 at 06:00AM I have to confess I had planned that this story would be about new styling ideas for 2022 from the spring summer collections. After completing my research for the piece, I looked through my saved images and noticed that 7 out of 8 of the styling ideas that had stood out to me all involved a pair of trousers. So here we are, this is now a story about how to wear trousers in 2022, because it’s clearly all I am paying attention to right now.Our most-read stories of the month are pretty much all about wide-leg trousers, so clearly I’m not alone in my trouser obsession. It seems like we’re all ready to get out of the leggings and comfortable trousers, and return to more tailored styles. Designers such as Peter Do, Proenza Schouler and Victoria Beckham…

February 13, 2022 at 06:00AM There is much to love about spring—a shift from heavy coats to lighter, brighter knits, a joyful colour palette that shakes off the gloominess of winter, and an excuse for some fresh nail art to celebrate the changing seasons. However, there’s one seasonal switch-up that excites me about all others and that’s the chance to bid farewell to my heavy winter fragrances (you know, the ones that are as warming as your favourite cable knit jumper and as heady as your nan's sherry at christmas) and hello to lighter, brighter spring perfumes. However, as someone that truly loves all that spicy vanilla and warm wood aromas that come as standard in typically autumn-winter scents, it has taken me a while to get my head around what constitutes a great-smelling spring fragrance. Typically, spring perfume equals floral. And while that’s great if you love a big bouquet of scent, if…

February 13, 2022 at 06:00AM There’s a deep, dark section of the internet (2009 Facebook albums) where you will see the highlights of my highlighting fails. The streaks across my cheeks could be used to light a landing strip for a red-eye flight from Heathrow– it was a very bright look. I didn’t take heed of the fact I needed an illuminator that meshed with my warm undertone and instead seemed to only want to counteract this with ice white highlighters. To be fair to me, the choice back then was so limited. The formulas were mostly powdery and catered to very limited skin tones, let alone undertones as well.Luckily, now there is a lot more choice and better textures to play with too. I do prefer a liquid illuminator over powder as I find them easier to apply in a rush; they…