Month: May 2020

May 03, 2020 at 06:00AM There’s no denying it: We love getting a cheeky insight into other people’s beauty bags, and we have an inkling that you do too. After all, every day on Instagram, hundreds of “What’s in my makeup bag?” videos get posted and garner thousands of views. We can’t put our finger on what it is that makes them so compelling, but all we know is that we can’t get enough of it. So when we got the opportunity to see which products are selling best on our site so far in 2020—aka what is in our readers’ communal beauty bag—we couldn’t resist doing a bit of digging. Unsurprisingly, there were plenty of winning staples: think hardworking creams, makeup removers, tools and the odd concealer. All in all, everything you need to create the perfect WFH skin base. Interested? Scroll down to see and shop the full lineup of 2020’s best-selling beauty products. A multi-peptide serum with numerous of benefits, this powerful all-in-one treatment tackles multiple signs of ageing. TAN-LUXE The Gradual Illuminating Gradual Tan Lotion is a revolutionary lotion and oil hybrid that delivers a natural, build-able colour for the face and body. You can use this as an overnight mask and as a hydrating primer under make up too. Offering immediate hydration and lasting results, this non-greasy formula keeps the outer layer of the skin protected. Packed full of fatty acids, vitamins and antioxidants, this luxurious, multitasking miracle oil hydrates skin and restores radiance. Tackling uneven skin tone and

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May 03, 2020 at 06:00AM In difficult times fashion can seem a little trivial and is hardly high on anyone’s list of priorities. In the first few weeks of staying at home, many of us lived in comfortable basics, and stopped getting dressed properly. You’ve got to do what helps you through these times—so if you want to wear a dressing gown and slippers to take the bins out, then go for it, but others might find some comfort in wearing a ballgown to do their chores. Clothes can impact your mood and make you feel ready for the day ahead, and so it’s unsurprising that on week six of lockdown many are returning to the clothes that make them feel happy. The one uplifting styling trick I keep seeing people turn to at the moment is experimenting with playful colour combinations. Last month, many participated in the #instarainbowchallenge—an Instagram movement which people wore jolly, vibrant outfits for one week. Colour can however be intimidating to many, and so to help give you some ideas for how to wear bolder shades, here are some of our favourite vibrant outfits we’ve spotted this month.  Style Notes: Just because you’re in your PJs doesn’t mean you can’t play with colour—this pink Yolke silk set is as punchy as PJs get.  Style Notes: Perhaps the easiest way to wear colour is to opt for a jolly printed midi dress. Style Notes: Accessories are a great way to add colour, and these Arizona Love trekking velcro sandals will liven up any outfit.  Style Notes: Playsuits and

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May 03, 2020 at 05:00AM While it is certainly low on the priority list right now, as a fashion editor, there is something a little sad about not being able to stroll along the streets of London and add to my mental portfolio of outfit inspiration via the well-dressed individuals that pass me by. It’s one of the lovely things about living and working in a city known for its eclecticism and creativity. So in the meantime, I just have to make do with the avenues available to me. Of course, there are the usual go-tos such as Instagram and Pinterest, which provide endless fashion cues for my summer wardrobe. However, there is one category I use which might surprise some people, and that’s e-commerce sites. Not all platforms are made equal, obviously, but I’ve found that certain brands have really perfected their model shot styling game, and for me, it essentially presents an opportunity to gather dressing hacks from a professional stylist, who probably spent hours putting these looks together. I have even been known to search for specific items that I need ideas for. For example, when I bought white jeans last year and needed some guidance, I searched for white jeans on Net-a-Porter’s site, and voilà: ready-made outfits. Try it next time you scroll through your fave online store. Recently, I’ve been particularly appreciating Mango’s spring/summer outfits, many of which toe the line between accessible and high-end, and comfortable and cool so well. Scroll down to see the five outfits that have piqued my interest this season. Up Next: The Complete

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