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February 13, 2022 at 06:00AM I’ve been a fashion editor for many years now and one of my favourite items of clothing that I always turn to when I want to look put-together is wide-leg trousers. The only problem is, I'm 5'2 (just) and it’s often a difficult balancing act between looking chic and looking swamped. Find the right pair though, and this pants style works wonders for leg lengthening, making you appear taller and, I always think, smarter. It took me a long time to discover the joys of this trend though. Being on the shorter side meant I avoided them like the plague, ogling from afar at tall girls wearing them in the office or at fashion week. It was only when I was forced into a pair for an event and received some compliments that I became determined to make the trend work for me and my petite…

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…

February 13, 2022 at 06:00AM I’ve been a fashion editor for many years now and one of my favourite items of clothing that I always turn to when I want to look put-together is wide-leg trousers. The only problem is, I'm 5'2 (just) and it’s often a difficult balancing act between looking chic and looking swamped. Find the right pair though, and this pants style works wonders for leg lengthening, making you appear taller and, I always think, smarter. It took me a long time to discover the joys of this trend though. Being on the shorter side meant I avoided them like the plague, ogling from afar at tall girls wearing them in the office or at fashion week. It was only when I was forced into a pair for an event and received some compliments that I became determined to make the trend work for me and my petite…

February 13, 2022 at 05:15AM If there’s one thing I know, it’s dresses. My wardrobe is full of them, and I wear them 99.9% of the time. I’ve always struggled with casual (long-time Who What Wear readers will have repeatedly read about my ongoing struggle with denim—sorry to be a bore!), so easy, good-looking frocks are my most trusted fashion staple. I have affordable ones that I wear each and every week. I have special, more expensive ones that come out for important occasions or big meetings. I have those in-between, mid-priced options that bridge the gap between casual days and fancy ones. I own styles that are ultra summery and best for heatwaves and holiday packing, but I’ve also got a fair number of clever, trans-seasonal styles that can work layered up and with tights in winter or with bare legs and sandals during warmer months. I…

February 13, 2022 at 05:00AM The knitted dress has really become the unsung hero of our wardrobes over the past few years, which is unsurprising, really, when you think about it. They’re cosy and comfortable but also chic; they look relaxed paired with trainers and chunky sandals in spring and can look really smart when paired with ankle or knee-high boots. They’re also really flattering on most body types, hugging curves in all the right places. It’s obvious why they’ve become the perfect easy choice for everything from office days to date nights and weekend walks, and you’ll always find at least one of the Who What Wear team wearing one at any given time. Because the jumper dress trend has stood the test of time and proven popular for many seasons now, there’s so many iterations out there to choose from if you’re looking…

February 12, 2022 at 08:00AM It’s no secret that French women possess a knack for a polished style that reads as effortless and cool. Over the years, they prove to really refine their personal senses of style with wardrobes stocked with incredible closet essentials. French women are truly in the know about which building blocks will last for years ahead, so it’s no surprise you’ll spot many of them wearing the same staples.Yep, you’ll be sure to spot elegant tweed pieces on both Carla Bruni and Isabel Marant. The same goes for ankle boots, which you’ll see Nadege du Bosterus and Juliette Binoche styling with their looks. And it doesn’t stop there. Ahead, take inspiration from stylish over-50 French women and see the six pieces you’ll spot in all of their closets. You can also shop the items for yourself to replicate their chic looks.No matter…

February 12, 2022 at 08:00AM Congratulations are in order for one of the OG French influencers Camille Charrière. She just married François Larpin in Paris, and the event was as stylish as you’d expect. The bride wore a Celine couture wedding dress for the ceremony, featuring a sheer skirt and sleeves along with shiny sequin details. She finished the look with white pointy-toe pumps and delicate snowflakes pinned to her hair. How romantic is that?Charrière’s reception look, however, seemed to steal the show, as it was completely sheer and exposed her white thong underneath. The ethereal lace number featured ultra-thin straps and a mini train, contrasting her ankle-length wedding dress from earlier in the day. Scroll down to see Camille Charrière’s wedding photos. On Camille Charrière: Celine couture dress. Based on an amalgamation of two different looks from Celine’s winter 22 collection, this comprised of a blouse layered over…

February 12, 2022 at 08:00AM If we’re good at anything here at Who What Wear, it’s finding luxe high-street items that look like they could be designer. It’s a talent we’re proud of, and it comes as a result of a few things: our genuine love for the great British high street, especially when it gets things really right; the sheer amount of time we spend combing through the new-in sections; and finally, our complex web of Slack channels that ping any time someone spots a true gem, ensuring we have an encyclopedic knowledge of the best items out there at all times. The thing is, searching for premium-looking wardrobe classics that sit at the more affordable end of the scale is not just something we do for work; it’s how we build our own wardrobes too. Even the fanciest fashion people aren’t actually dressed head to…