Who What Wear

April 19, 2022 at 08:00AM After nearly a year of social distancing that’s lead to some unexpectedly long and scraggly lengths, the urge to chop all your hair off might be stronger than ever. While this sentiment might normally be met with blank stares and reminders to exercise caution, it just so happens that short hair is majorly trending right now. And not just the ever-popular bob haircut either. Celebrities, fashion girls, and hairstylists agree that all varieties of short hair are in. Rejoice!So what does that mean for your short-hair aspirations in 2021? Good things, we think! From cuts to colours and all sorts of styles, all things short hair are gaining some well-deserved renewed interest. Ahead, check out the short-hair trends set to dominate this year. And be sure you scroll to the end to see the trendiest and most controversial look we can’t believe is still…

April 19, 2022 at 08:00AM I know it’s hard to keep up with the constantly revolving door of nail trends lately, but let’s just take a step back and appreciate the simpler things in life like, oh I don’t know, a few nail colours for spring, maybe? I’ve gathered an impressive roster of hues that seem to be popping up everywhere these days. I won’t lie, though—I had a little help from celebrity manicurist Elle Gerstein. She dished on all the shades she’s using this season and what designs she’s loving lately.“Designs I’m loving right now are impressions and pops of bold pastel,” she says. “They’re great for brushstroke techniques and abstract art—both are going to be very big. The colours are muted but when combined correctly can make an impactful contrast. They also look great with a metal accent, which is another huge…

April 19, 2022 at 08:00AM Midi hemlines have dominated the skirt scene for years, but times are a-changing. Last year, as the world started to open up again, we saw a meteoric rise—no pun intended—in mini hemlines as fashion devotees reclaimed glamour and reintroduced impracticality into their wardrobes. But what does the future hold for skirts this year? Well, if the S/S 22 runways are anything to go by (spoiler: they are), then maxi hemlines are set to be all the rage.It’s been a while since maxi skirts were on the style agenda, but as Who What Wear UK’s editor in chief, Hannah Almassi, noted in our bumper trend report, “key brands such as Louis Vuitton and Givenchy [are] backing the cut. There is a Y2K lilt to these hemlines descending, with simple tube styles that fit closer to the ankles being more present than,…

April 19, 2022 at 07:00AM I’m a huge fan of Olaplex and what the brand has done for people who chemically treat their hair. The in-salon system essentially strengthens strands against the damage that bleaching or chemical straightening can do to your hair’s health. And the at-home products are just as good for keeping hair healthy and making styling smoother, so I’m always excited when the brand adds to its range.For me, there are some products in the range that stand out more than others. No.3 is an incredible pre-wash treatment. It strengthens and hydrates the hair without adding extra weight thanks to the key ingredient, bis-aminopropyl diglycol dimaleate, which builds bonds within the hair structure. You can leave it in for as little as 10 minutes, but I like to pop it on before a workout or overnight and then rinse it out when shampooing. However, the shampoo and…

April 19, 2022 at 06:34AM If you were to list items in your wardrobe that you’d consider true staples, there’s a strong chance jeans and leggings would be included in the mix. Yep, you just can’t deny the versatility of these A+ basics. Sure, you may have a few items you typically wear with your jeans and leggings, but if you’re looking for a bit of inspiration as we head into spring, the below info is for you.After going through the feeds of some of my favourite fashion follows who consistently post denim and legging outfits, it became evident that there are actually four specific spring items that stood out as being go-tos for many. Yes, I’m talking simple pieces that pair flawlessly with both jeans (of all types) and leggings (trendy split-hem picks included). Keep scrolling for a range of inspiration. Quilted jackets (or “cloud coats”)…

April 19, 2022 at 06:21AM Welcome to The Great Try-On. With spring officially in full swing, it’s time to ready your wardrobe, and we’re here to provide a little shopping inspiration. We got to try on some of the best spring pieces from some of your favourite brands and documented it all from our at-home dressing rooms so that you can see how they actually look IRL. We hope that our photos and candid reviews will help you shop for spring wardrobe builders that you’ll wear over and over this season and beyond.If you’re a regular follower of my work (and Insta), you probably already know that my love for & Other Stories runs deep. Its clothing hits my eye just right—with pieces that strike the perfect balance of timeless and trend-forward, it’s versatile yet equally special thanks to unique details and silhouettes. So of course, I couldn’t…

April 19, 2022 at 06:13AM If you read Who What Wear on the reg, you’d know that we tend to make a lot of trend predictions. Based on what we saw coming down the runways, infiltrating Instagram, and landing at our favourite retailers, we called out the next big non-skinny jean trend when it was first bubbling up. Well, that was at the start of last year and cut to the present-day where the denim trend in question—high-rise wide-leg jeans–have fully taken over the fashion scene.I’ll just say it: we were right. If you don’t already know what we’re talking about, these full-length jeans are defined by a trouser-like wide leg and a waist-cinching high rise. We know that wide-leg jeans can be intimidating if you’re used to wearing more fitted styled (ahem, skinnies), which is why the high rise is crucial here. It hugs you in all the right places and creates…

April 19, 2022 at 06:08AM Traditionally, the role of a fashion editor is all about reporting on newness and what you should be wearing in six months’ time. However, in 2022, this way of talking about clothes is dated and simply unpractical for the way we live and are all trying to consume in a more mindful fashion. Now I write about classic items much more than I report on buzzy microtrends. As many of us are about to do a wardrobe switchover and are looking to fill gaps in our existing summer capsules, below I’ve listed 11 items that always make getting dressed easier in warmer months. These are simple pieces that will form a useful foundation, and then you can layer brighter, more statement separates on top. First, you’ll need sensible summer accessories, such as basket bags and leather sandals, as well as throw-on summer…

April 19, 2022 at 06:00AM Our We Try Before You Buy series aims to take the stress out of shopping and eliminate the number of post office visits you make each month to return failed online orders. We test new-season buys and styling ideas so you don’t have to. Here, we’re letting you know what’s actually worth investing in or styling tricks you can re-create with pieces you already own. Not to be very British here and immediately turn the conversation to the weather, but this year, it feels like the change of seasons happened overnight, leaving me a little unprepared when it comes to spring outfits. If anyone else is wondering where all of their spring clothes are hiding and what exactly you wear when you don’t need tights, a scarf and boots, I’m here to help you out as ever with our We Try…

April 19, 2022 at 06:00AM We all want to look like our most polished selves, don’t we? And although, sadly, I’m not here to provide you with a week at a spa or an endless allowance at The Row, I am here to bring you a treasure trove of the most expensive-looking pieces on the high street every week. It’s my mission to prove that you can find premium pieces to elevate your wardrobe without the designer price tag and to make it easy for you to pinpoint the items on the high street that are really worth adding to your wardrobe.There are some amazing gems out there that your friends won’t believe aren’t designer, but there’s a lot to sift through to find them. That’s where I come in. As a Who What Wear editor, I scroll new-in collections as a hobby, and I can spot…