Who What Wear

August 03, 2021 at 06:09AM As far as I’m concerned, there’s nothing quite as comforting as settling down on the sofa for the evening, the room lit only by the glow of a candle. And the best time of year to indulge in such an activity is autumn. While we cling onto the last days of summer, autumn’s arrival is imminent. The nights are slowly darkening and there’s an unmistakable chill in the air, which make cosy nights in all the more appealing. Over the past few days, I’ve instinctively found myself perusing new candles to invest in for autumn, but with so many scent options out there, it’s overwhelming to know where to start. And the last thing I want to do is spend my money on a candle that doesn’t deliver in scent or burn time. So I sought advice from someone very much in…

August 03, 2021 at 06:00AM As banal as it sounds, people watching is one of those small things that I really missed last year. Perhaps it’s a pastime that particularly lends itself to city living, but all I know is that there is such joy to be found in walking down the street or sitting on the tube and taking-in the personalities and outfits that pass me by. Of course, in a city like London I am spoilt for choice when it comes to street style and, as bountiful Instagram can be for outfit inspiration, you really can’t beat the immediate appeal of IRL style. Autumn fashion is one thing that, I believe, Londoners do particularly well—the warm weather dressing award will always be handed to a country with balmier climes—and so, as we look ahead to the coming season, I’ve been predicting the trends that I expect to see on city-dwellers. In…

August 03, 2021 at 06:00AM There’s a frustration here in the UK that there aren’t enough plus-size brands available, especially when it comes to more specialised categories like swimwear. Compared with the U.S. it seems that us Brits haven’t always had as good a range available but things have definitely changed more recently, not least because you can get plus-size brands shipped over from the States and there are more cool brands available in the UK. ASOS Curve has led the charge for sometime now and their bikinis and one-pieces are genuinely great. But thanks to the online retailer stocking plenty of other plus-size brands, there’s are even more options for you to consider. Today, I’ve compiled a list of the best plus-size swimsuit brands that I can find. The criteria is that they have to be truly plus-size (so not just catering to people with…

August 03, 2021 at 06:00AM Long, full hair may be the standard (thanks, old-school shampoo commercials!), but in reality, it’s far from the norm. There are a lot of reasons someone might have thinner hair, from genetics to postpartum hair loss. And while hair thinning is more common as we get older, anyone of any age can have thin hair, or fine hair (aka hair that’s physically smaller in diameter than its fuller counterparts). That’s why, as always, the right haircut can be a total game-changer. No matter your hair length or texture, your next cut is just a scroll away. We caught up with three ultra-talented hairstylists—Sanda Petrut of Maxine Salon in Chicago, celebrity stylist Joseph Maine, and Ryan Trygstad of Mark Ryan Salon in New York City—to find out their tips for cutting and styling thin and fine hair, as well as the…

August 03, 2021 at 06:00AM I’m pretty embarrassed to admit that it’s only very recently—as in over the last year or so—that I've really started to sit up and take notice of issues like sustainability within the beauty industry. When it comes to my weekly food shop, I’ve been on the right page for a while—swapping my plastic-wrapped peppers for loose ones and making sure my peanut butter is palm-oil free before heading to the checkout. But when it comes to the beauty products that I enjoy using, I’ve very much had my head in the sand.When it comes to natural beauty products? Honestly, I’m even worse. I’ve long-held the view that a lot of natural formulations simply don’t work and rarely spare a moment’s thought for the amount of preservatives, silicones and other things that work their way onto my skin each day. But much like with my food…

August 03, 2021 at 06:00AM You don’t have to look very far, both in the digital world and IRL, to see that dresses have collectively become our favourite ways to celebrate our re-entry into society. Of course, it always helps when the temperature gauge is reaching the high-twenties which, in British terms, is truly sweltering. While I have enjoyed the comeback of the mini this year, I also cannot deny the pull of the trusty midi dress, the wardrobe staple that us editors turn to season after season.In previous years the midi dress selection has tended to be on the limited side—it was maxis and minis that got all the attention—and there was typically one silhouette that hit the big-time on any given season. However, this year the midis on offer are truly eclectic: From the curve-skimming fits of a knee-grazing bodycon and the floaty appeal of a smock, to…

August 02, 2021 at 11:38AM There are some shoe trends that become very popular, peak, then go away for a decade or more. Others only fade away for a few seasons before making a comeback as big as before—if not even bigger. We'e been predicting that a cowboy boot craze was coming since the start of the year, and it could well become popular enough to eclipse its most recent popular moment, way back in 2018. For starters, the A/W 21 runways of heavy hitters like Isabel Marant were covered with them, retailers’ new arrivals include tons of them at a variety of price points, and very influential celebs like Kendall Jenner are already wearing them even though we’re amidst the dog days of summer.Jenner was recently photographed out in Malibu wearing loose cream-colored jeans, a cropped tank top, and two-tone vintage Western boots. We love the idea of…

August 02, 2021 at 08:00AM There’s a guaranteed quick fix for switching up your look and it involves your nails. While changing hair colours or opting for a crop is the definition of “new year, new me” vibes; going for a new nail look is way more accessible. Trends come and go but we’re super into the nail trends making their way into our beauty routines in 2021. We could all do with a dose of joy and excitement and that’s exactly what our nails need too. Whether you save this page to show to your nail artist or do it yourself at home, this is your go-to guide for finding your nail look for the year ahead. To find out what trends you need to have on your radar, we caught up with Gaëlle Lebrat-Personnaz, founder and CEO of Manucurist. Keep scrolling for the full scoop.Ready…

August 02, 2021 at 08:00AM Airport style is back, baby, and this celebrity outfit–obsessed editor couldn’t be happier about it. It’s hard to predict how the pandemic will have changed airport style. It will either be the case that people are more comfortable than ever with dressing down in joggers and leggings for a flight or that they’re longing for an occasion to wear a chic, polished travel outfit. Time will tell, but Angelina Jolie seems to have chosen the latter.Jolie was recently photographed at JFK wearing a Dior trench coat, a Celine bag, Salvatore Ferragamo slide sandals, and a pair of very wide, lightweight jeans that seem so much breezier than and just as comfortable as leggings or sweatpants. (If you haven’t heard, NYC has been sweltering lately.) After seeing how chic Jolie looks, I’m fully convinced that I need to start shopping for a…

August 02, 2021 at 08:00AM Heads up everyone—there are a few new swimsuit trends on the horizon that are making us crave summer more than any other year before. Now, we are well aware that swimsuits are not a one-style-pleases-all sort of arrangement, and as we present the five new swimsuit styles we’re most excited for this season, we tried to keep that in mind. Your bikinis and one-pieces are a very personal choice, as what feels good on you might not appear in the same way for someone else, and no one except for you can decipher that.So instead of categorising what you should buy according to your body by “shape” (whatever that means), we decided to break down the five new swimsuit trends ahead according to the part of your body you love the most. No matter what your shape or size, you know there are certain parts you love more than others, and today,…