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April 14, 2022 at 08:00AM Everybody loves a wardrobe staple, particularly when it’s one that works all year round, and even more so when said item is a perfect blank slate on which to add print, colour and personality. A long-sleeve top fulfils all of the above criteria and is exactly what you want in your fashion arsenal this time of year when it’s not quite warm enough for T-shirts, but jumper weather is long gone. Thankfully, designers have really taken to the long-sleeve top this season, offering souped-up versions of the basic style. Think shades of neon, cut-outs, checks and swirls. Of course, there will always be a place for the plain white, grey or black long-sleeve top, which are so useful for both layering and paring-down more statement-making separates. On the high street, COS and Arket are our go-tos for high-quality plain tops, while on the upper end of…

April 14, 2022 at 08:00AM There’s something about spring that makes me want to reassess all my fashion and beauty choices, whether I’m clearing out my winter wardrobe or swapping my heavier makeup base for a lighter option. And when it comes to hair, I feel a specific gravitational pull toward completely new styles, colours and cuts. Whether it’s doing a bouncier blow-dry, working with my natural texture or opting for a different hue, the hair choices for brighter spring days are endless.I know I’m not alone in wanting to switch things up (or else why would you be browsing this article, right?), so if you’re thinking of changing things up, I spoke to some of the hair-industry experts about the trends you should be aware of for spring 2022. Take note for your next salon visit or styling session.Bleaching your hair in anticipation of summer is nothing new, but there is a…

April 14, 2022 at 07:00AM Here at Who What Wear, our fashion editors sure know how to shop. Challenge us where to find a flattering summer dress, we’ll tell you several destinations. Ask us about the perfect-fit jeans, and we know the answer. And when it comes to spring, these are some of the most common questions we get asked. Want to know what comes to mind every time? The high street, and in particular, John Lewis and Partners. With so many established brands all under one roof, you’re bound to find what you’re looking for. And on our quest to answer many of your spring capsule wardrobe questions, we found Levi’s popped up on repeat.The instantly recognisable label has been going since 1853, so it’s no surprise it has mastered its most iconic item: Jeans. Most people will own a pair, whether…

April 14, 2022 at 07:00AM Although it sometimes feels like I have nothing to wear, I’ll admit that my wardrobe consists of the classic foundations—e.g., good denim, basic tees, etc. All that’s missing is some added spice, aka statement-making pieces that can elevate my staples so that they feel extra special and give me some more styling variety. Below, I present my current shopping list of cool and fun pieces that I’m eyeing up at Zara right now. I’ve turned towards bright saturated colours, such as pinks, oranges and rust reds, as well as vintage-inspired stripes and scarf prints. I’m also excited about the texture and proportion play, as below you’ll find dramatic maxi skirts, oversized shirts and unusual cut-out detailing to add a point of interest. Keep scrolling to see the buys that are adding some much-needed flavour to my spring wardrobe.This feels like Zara’s…

April 14, 2022 at 07:00AM Back in the day you could say weddings were more of a traditional affair, with one big dress and a rather formal dinner with your nearest and dearest. Now, the idea of how, when and where nuptials should take place is much more fluid. Modern weddings can last anywhere from a couple of hours at the Town Hall, to week-long far-off escapades— you do you, we say. But whichever way you choose to celebrate your love— traditional or not— if it involves an excuse for multiple outfit changes, all the better for it in our opinion. Especially when there’s so many jaw-droppingly beautiful, out-of-the-box bridal outfits out there now. Everywhere from the high street and more affordable contemporary brands to luxury designers are upping the stakes in bridalwear and adding cute mini-dresses, sparkles, feathers and fun into their collections— it…

April 14, 2022 at 06:41AM Ready for summer? These outfits will help you get in the warm-weather mindset. I don’t know about you, but all I can think about is summer. If you too are dreaming of afternoons in beer gardens and summer parties with friends, then you might already be searching for the perfect summer outfits ahead of time. I bought a pair of sandals and a summer cotton dress within hours of the sun shining last week, and have been looking for outfit ideas ever since.Sometimes, summer outfits need to be straightforward and simple to assemble, with just the flourish of a key accessory or subtle injection of a new styling move, and sometimes—because the UK’s climate is so unpredictable—the layering and construction will be more demanding. We’ve supplied the more advanced levels, of course. Remember if the sandals don’t work due to rain,…

April 14, 2022 at 06:00AM Choosing a signature scent isn’t easy—trust me. I’ve spent years trialling hundreds of perfumes in a quest to find The One. From affordable spritzes to blow-the-budget blends, no perfume that I sprayed quite cut the mustard. Why? Because for years I was absolutely convinced that I didn’t want to smell like anyone else out there. I was adamant that I would never become the person who stopped someone on the street and asked what their perfume was because unless I’d discovered it for myself, I didn’t want it.However, many years (and a whole lot of beauty expertise) later, as I walked to meet a friend, a waft so fierce and feminine kissed my nose that my senses ran away from me, and I more or less chased a lady through a train station to ask her what perfume…

April 14, 2022 at 06:00AM It’s that time of year again: Summer is just around the corner, and we're gazing into our fashion crystal ball to see what the warm-weather months ahead has in store for us. (If you haven’t seen our S/S 22 report yet, check it out it here.) As always, I’m here to bring you a vintage-alternative shopping guide to the season’s hottest looks, particularly the styles that lend themselves to the second-hand format. Essentially, I’ve done all the hard work for you—you’re very welcome. For S/S 22, I was totally spoilt for choice in the vintage department. It always helps that so many of the season’s key looks have strong throwback references. We’re talking dramatic oversized blazers (top tip: check the men’s department), ankle-grazing hemlines, Y2K styling and a good dose of designer logos. I mean, why buy a new version of a trend when you can have the one-of-a-kind…

April 14, 2022 at 06:00AM There’s nothing quite like an easy, pretty dress to make you feel amazing, is there? It’s one of the best things about spring in my opinion. You don’t have to go through any of the does-this-go/does-that-go morning outfit stress. It’s just throw-on and out the door, leaving much more time for joyful things like a pre-work walk around the park or a detour for a coffee and croissant. If you’re a dedicated reader of Who What Wear UK, you’ll know we’ve been long time advocates for this kind of effortless dress, and over the years we’ve curated a kind of little black book of dress brands— from designer to high street, well-known and under-the-radar— that we turn to every spring.  Hannah wears the best-selling Esme Cut Out Midi Dress.One of those brands we’re finding ourselves particularly impressed with this season is at the…

April 14, 2022 at 06:00AM Look, I’ll be the first to admit that Le Labo’s iconic Santal 33 scent smells really good. In addition to owning a bottle myself, the fragrance has become so wildly popular over the years that it’s basically a calling card for in-the-know Millennials. Basically, if you know, you know. But the Brooklyn-based perfume brand has so much more to offer in the way of its oil-based unisex scents beyond just its best-seller—and I’m here to walk you through where to even begin.It’s easy to see why the brand has become so popular; each of the fragrances are layered with an intoxicating medley of notes and since they’re oil-based, one spritz can last you all day. I know they can be pricey, but in my opinion, the cost-per-wear makes it well worth the spend. For my own fragrance mission (and yours too), I asked Le Labo to send me samples…