Month: May 2020

May 12, 2020 at 06:30AM Quick disclaimer: I love social media. Like, I really love it. I could scroll through Instagram for hours and hours and get lost in all of the wonderful beauty content that it has to offer. I love the reviews, I love the flatlays, I love the tutorials, and I love watching other people’s skincare routines. Taking all of this into consideration, it really is hard to believe that I just can’t get to grips with TikTok.  Call me old-fashioned, but when I buy my beauty products, I like to know exactly what I’m getting myself in for. And whereas over the years, Instagram has struck the perfect balance of providing just the right amount of information while still holding attention, TikTok just doesn’t cut it for me. Sure, it makes for addictive scrolling, but as a beauty editor, something about recommending a product with such limited information just doesn’t sit right with me. Let’s take the so-called “$1 million TikTok product,” or The Ordinary’s AHA 30%  +  BHA 2% Peeling Solution, for example. After a couple of TikToks on the product went viral, thousands and thousands of people around the globe rushed to buy the £6 exfoliant, resulting in mass sell-out (and thus big sales). And while it is no doubt a great product, there is something inside me screaming out, “IT ONLY SOLD BECAUSE IT’S RED AND LOOKS LIKE BLOOD.” And here lies my issue. It might look cool on a 15-second-long TikTok, but it’s

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May 12, 2020 at 06:19AM Instagram has been a very different place over the last few weeks. Glamorous images of influencers across far-flung destinations lying on beaches or exploring new cities have been replaced with images of It girls indoors sitting on their (still exceedingly chic) velvet couches in their minimally decorated homes. Though it is not only the setting of the images that have changed—the clothes have altered too. What once was images of high heels and voluminous dresses, has been replaced with casualwear and leggings. So what does the fashion girl’s at-home wardrobe consist of? As far as we can see, the absolute must is a matching tracksuit set. For Emili Sindlev, Jeanette Madsen, and Ellie of Slip Into Style, The Frankie Shop’s pastel yellow set has been the tracksuit of choice. While Brittany Bathgate and Jessie Bush have both opted for neutral tones. Regardless of the colour chosen, it seems one thing is clear: The influencer uniform of choice is a co-ordinated loungewear set. Keep scrolling to see our favourite looks and shop tracksuit sets below. Next up, the biggest S/S 20 fashion trends you need to know.  Author Zoe Anastasiou | Whowhatwear Selected by CWC

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May 12, 2020 at 06:05AM Simultaneously heartbreaking and heartwarming, it’s little wonder the television adaptation of Sally Rooney’s Normal People has captured the attention of people the world over. While the complicated relationship between the book’s protagonists Marianne and Connell may be a lot to wrap your head around, there are a few aspects of the show that are much more straightforward. Namely, the fashion.  Whether it be Connell’s chain (which has gained a cult-like following of adoring fans) or Marianne’s university attire, there’s no denying that the costumes felt hyper-realistic for young adults in the late noughties. And while we can’t honestly say we’d re-create all of Marianne’s Normal People looks, there is one particular part of the show where her personal style really shines. In Episode 8, the couple, along with a few friends, venture to the Italian countryside where they stay in a picturesque home owned by Marianne’s family.  While there, Marianne wears a series of pretty summer dresses that perfectly complement the episode’s dreamy surroundings. At first, the character is seen in a blue gingham minidress, and next, we see her in a black fit-and-flare midi. Featuring thin shoulder straps, a square neckline and a fitted bodice, the dress contains a very flattering silhouette and is certainly one of the chicest items the character wears throughout the season. While the show is technically not set in today’s time, the dress is so timeless that several almost identical iterations have been released this summer. From high-street labels such as & Other Stories and H&M

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May 12, 2020 at 06:00AM As anyone who is a keen vintage shopper will tell you, going into a secondhand store can feel like entering an Aladdin’s cave. You never know what treasures are going to be lurking in a discount box or the invaluable gems awaiting you on the next rail. It’s all about the thrill of the chase. Sadly, with shops closing their doors, this pastime is not on the cards right now, but this is where online shopping comes in.  With a whole world of vintage fashion available to us at a click of a button, there’s no excuse not to try shopping secondhand right now. Whether you’re on a budget or looking for something special, there’s a platform for you. When it comes to those high-value items, I would recommend heading to Vestiaire Collective, as it offers a rigorous vetting and authentication process so you can rest easy knowing you’re not buying a fake.  No, they’re not the sort of pieces that one buys on a regular basis, but in the fashion hall of fame, they certainly deserve pride of place. I’m thinking Chanel tweed jackets, Hèrmes bags, Bottega clutches, Burberry trenches and Saint Lauren tuxedos. Even if the below buys far exceed your budget (same), sometimes, it can just be nice to do a bit of window shopping and take a walk down memory lane to remind yourself of the stunning creations designers have offered the world over the years. So without further ado, I present to you the 23 “wow” vintage pieces you can find

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May 12, 2020 at 06:00AM I love a lazy fashion trend. But don’t get me wrong. I still like it to be polished, which is exactly why the nightgown trend is ideal for right now, aka endless days at home. The look arguably could be traced back to 2019’s prairie dress boom, which, with its frills, high necks and long hems, already looked a little nightgown-y. However, the nipped-in waist and heavier material prevented it from being something you’d really want to sleep in. Then along came brands such as Loreta Caponi and Sleeper offering up pale dresses with mini floral patterns that looked distinctly bed-ready and quietly sassy thanks to the ability to show off a bit of shoulder. And now? In 2020, there is an abundance of loose-fitting frocks that look exactly like you’d sleep in them. However, an addition of a delicate chain necklace and a pair of gold hoop earrings, and you’ve got yourself a chic outfit, even if it’s just for wearing around the house. Keep scrolling for my edit of the easiest trend to wear right now. Next up, the biggest spring/summer 2020 fashion trends you need to know.  Author Elinor Block | Whowhatwear Selected by CWC

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May 12, 2020 at 06:00AM You never could’ve predicted that whimsical, milkmaid-style minis and midis would be the dress style that got the most airtime during lockdown, but as it turns out, people can’t get enough of the puff. Far from being a fussy, high-maintenance style, this frock’s free-flowing fit has won us over by the fact that it can be thrown on at a moment’s notice with minimal faff. Whether it’s heading to the supermarket, sitting on the sofa or Zooming your friends, you know this dress will be there for your every need.  There has been one high-street style in particular that has caught my eye over the last week, and that’s H&M‘s white mini. Featuring a flattering square neckline, tiered skirt and puffed sleeves, it’s the exactly the sort of thing I want to be wearing as the mercury rises. It would look so cute with chunky sandals and a tan bag now, then with lace-up boots and trench coat on cooler days.   Best of all, this little white number comes in at a budget-friendly £20, which is good news for those of us watching our bank balance but also means it won’t be around for long. Coming in both white and beige, this is sure to be your wardrobe workhorse of the summer. Scroll down to see the style and shop similar dresses.  Next up, the biggest spring/summer 2020 fashion trends you need to know.  Author Joy Montgomery | Whowhatwear Selected by CWC

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