We’re in Our 50s, Have Tried a Ton of Basics, and Now Rely on These 8 Easy Items

September 20, 2021 at 08:00AM Janet Gunn is the inspiring influencer behind The Grateful Gardenia. Originally from Texas, the 58-year-old style guru is now settled in Los Angeles with her husband, son, and dog Buster. She’s worked as a Dallas Cowboys cheerleader, flight attendant, actor, jewellery designer, and beyond. In other words, she has a ton of experience and an equally cool personal style. Melissa Meyers is a Los Angeles–based influencer with a focus on beauty, style, travel, and wellness. Her blog, The Glow Girl, aims to empower women to embrace the best version of themselves, age gracefully, and cultivate a glow from the inside out. She also happens to be 54 years old and has a penchant for masterfully styling trends. Here, the fashionable duo teams up to discuss the basics they swear by. Oh, and don’t forget to follow them at @janetgunngratefulgardenia and @melissameyers.Janet Gunn…

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These Emmys Red Carpet Beauty Looks Were So Good We’re Still Recovering

September 20, 2021 at 07:50AM TV’s (and now streaming’s) biggest night is here—the Emmys. While last year’s show was mostly virtual, this one is in person, but it’s not exactly like past shows. The guest list is smaller, with just nominees and a certain number of guests, and there’s a limited red carpet.Even though it’s a smaller red carpet, hey, at least we get one! As we’ve seen with both the VMAs and Met Gala, everyone seems to be turning it up even more, perhaps to make up for lost time. We’re not mad about that. While we love to see what everyone’s wearing, we’re equally excited about the makeup looks. Granted, the Emmys might be a little bit more subdued than the VMAs and Met Gala, but there were some dramatic and showstopping beauty looks this year. Take a look at some of our…

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The 9 New-In Pieces I’m Adding to My Wish List This Week

September 20, 2021 at 07:00AM We created What to Buy Now to bring you a concise edit every Monday of the items we really love, including pieces from the high street and designer labels, vintage gems you can buy online and even charity-shop treasures. We’re constantly scanning the most stylish online stores so you can feel safe in the knowledge that you won’t miss a thing.We know that your fashion requirements can vary massively from season to season, whether you’re looking for an immaculately tailored staple, an affordable sundress or the perfect pair of shoes. So not only will we cover all the bases, but as ardent believers in mindful consumption, we’ll also make sure everything we include will look just as fresh in a year’s time as it does now.Of course, we’ll also bring you those pieces that simply set your heart racing in a way that…

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The Fashion Brands That Make Me Proud to Live in London

September 20, 2021 at 06:09AM It’s Fashion Week season! Well, sort of. While some of the action is still taking place on a digital scale, this feels like the first time shows are going ahead with a semblance of normality about them since the start of the pandemic, and we think that’s worth celebrating. Chances are you’ll already have seen our team up bright and early, donning our glad rags and hitting the streets of Soho on social. And, to mark the glorious return of London Fashion Week, we’ve charted some of the incredible designers on the schedule for you below, a showcase of what Great British style has to offer. As only about half of the usual LFW designers are hosting in-person shows, we have decided to embrace our digital-based existence by championing the amazing Brit designers whose collections usually hit the runways twice…

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No Lingerie Collection Is Complete Without These 7 Staples

September 20, 2021 at 06:05AM The vast majority of lingerie trends come and go, but knickers are for life, which is ironic seeing as they’re the underwear style that is constantly overlooked. Bras command most of the attention, likely because they can be styled in a way that makes them integral to your outfit—think a flash of lace underneath an unbuttoned blouse or simply on its own as your ensemble’s main focal point. However, as knickers are, for the most part, going to be covered up (sheer and naked dresses aside), they’re all too often forgotten about. It’s a shame because there are so many beautiful briefs out there.Now, though, lingerie brands are putting knickers back in the spotlight, making shopping for your smalls a more stylish endeavour than ever before. But do you know your Brazilian from your bikini? Your French from your…

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These Are the Best Cleansers for Every Skin Type, According to Experts

September 20, 2021 at 06:00AM Ask any skin expert what the most important part of your skincare routine is, and hands down, you’ll find that the answer is always the same: cleanser. It’s no surprise, really. Cleansers are basically the cement that holds the rest of your products together. Get that first step wrong and the rest of your routine is likely to crumble. Not only do cleansers do the hard work of removing daily grime, pollution and makeup from your skin, but if you choose the right one, it can also do everything from sloughing away dead skin cells to calming breakouts. With so many cleansers out there, how do you really know which one is going to do the best job for your skin?To start with, it’s important to really understand your skin type—something which can be genuinely confusing to the…

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The No Trousers Red Carpet Trend Jennifer Lopez and Meghan Markle Both Love

September 20, 2021 at 06:00AM I love a good suit. An alternative to the traditional cocktail dress, I love opting for tailored pieces for weddings and other formal events. However, come summertime, I’m a pretty big advocate for going trouser-less. This is why I’m such a fan of the trend that celebs like Dua Lipa and Jennifer Lopez just can’t stop wearing on the red carpet: the tuxedo dress.The perfect marriage of a suit and minidress, tuxedo dresses are essentially just elongated tuxedo jackets or blazers and are sometimes cinched at the waist. They’re a surefire way to look polished for any occasion. What I love most about them is their versatility. They look great paired with towering sandals or pumps, but they can just as easily be paired with any of 2021’s sneaker trends for a casual yet elevated look. Another styling tip? Many tuxedo…

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The Anti-Jean Outfits French Girls Are Wearing

September 19, 2021 at 08:00AM Okay, okay, in reality, French girls are certainly not “over” jeans. Seriously, take one quick glimpse at some of the chicest Parisians on Instagram, and you’ll quickly realise that denim is a staple of the French. That said, we’ve noticed that this set is, like many other fashion people, embracing the anti-jean look with a variety of athleisure alternatives.Yep, that’s right—French girls are going all-in on the jogger trend that’s infiltrating the street style and celeb world. Ahem, you may remember Kendall Jenner’s recent sweatpant ensemble at the airport. Well, to showcase the comfortable yet chic outfits Parisian women are wearing right now, we curated a range of ensembles below with non-denim pieces (joggers, leggings, and more) as the foundation of each look. Keep scrolling for more and to shop the inspired ’fits.Joggers are one of the key elements that make up a forward outfit this…

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11 Brands That Prove Gorgeous Lingerie Shouldn’t Cost a Fortune

September 19, 2021 at 08:00AM The saying “you get what you pay for” applies to so many things in fashion, but one thing we struggle to justify it for is lingerie. Never has so little fabric amounted to so many pound signs as it does when you peruse luxury lingerie. And seeing as it’s something we wear, quite literally, every single day, it’s not something we’re prepared to spend our entire salary on, which is why we’ve scoured the digital shopping sphere to bring you the best affordable lingerie brands we can find.Emmanuelle Koffi wears a white lace lingerie set from Gooseberry Intimates. While they’ll save you some pennies in the process, if there’s one thing these affordable lingerie brands don’t skimp on, it’s style. From comfortable jersey triangle bralettes and big briefs to lace-trimmed teddies and even sultry see-through shorts, from an array…

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A 54-Year-Old Shares 7 Beauty Products That Make Her Look 10 Years Younger

September 19, 2021 at 08:00AM Melissa Meyers is a Los Angeles–based influencer with a focus on beauty, style, travel, and wellness. Her blog, The Glow Girl, aims to empower women to embrace the best version of themselves, age gracefully, and cultivate a glow from the inside out. She also happens to be a 54-year-old with a passion for clean beauty. Below, hear from Meyers on her favourite natural skincare, makeup, and hair formulas. Plus, how she uses them in her daily routine.I find that as I approach my mid-50s, my skin and body are getting more and more sensitive to what I put on them. Over the past year, I’ve been making an effort to incorporate and use clean, safe beauty products in my life in order to reduce my exposure to toxic chemicals. In doing so, my allergies have improved, I feel…

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