Month: July 2020

July 04, 2020 at 06:30AM The best thing about being a beauty editor is that I get the opportunity to speak with some of the world’s top beauty experts basically every single day. From celebrity makeup artists to Harley Street surgeons, I am forever picking the brains of experts in a bid to learn everything there is to know about beauty. And while picking up different makeup tips and tricks is wonderful, the one thing I am always most fascinated by is the sort of products skin experts swear by. There’s no doubt that shopping for skincare can be daunting and often frustrating, and not just because of the abundance of choice. All too often we are let down by miracle claims that don’t live up to their promises. And while most medical skin experts and dermatologists insist that if you have serious skin concerns, you should always seek expert advice, there are a handful of accessible skincare brands that they wax lyrical about. From super-affordable cleansers and SPFs to clinical-grade serums, there are a number of brands and products that come highly recommended time and again. With expert-approved ingredients, when it comes to the skincare brands that derms love, you better believe you’ll see results. Keep scrolling to discover the brands and products that dermatologists always recommend. French skincare is known for its glowing results, but La Roche-Posay really is in a league of its own. Much like all of the products to follow, its formulas are fuss-free and contain very few what I like to call

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July 04, 2020 at 06:02AM There’s no denying that temperatures have been slow to climb this season, but we’re not going to let a little thing like the weather get us down. In fact, we’re embracing summer with open (blouson-sleeved) arms, particularly where our wardrobes are concerned. But what exactly are we supposed to wear in July when it’s glorious sunshine one minute, then grey skies the next? After trawling through the Instagram accounts of our favourite influencers, we managed to come up with six looks that are ideal for any sort of weather July might throw at us. From the ultimate cool-girl cover-up for chilly evenings to the It dress that’ll serve you on the beach and at the bar, there are plenty of ideas you’ll want to copy immediately. Consider the following your July lookbook… Style Notes: In the UK, you need to be prepared for the weather to turn at any moment, which is why we love the practicality of Claire Most’s outfit here. There’s cardigan option for a sudden drop in temperature, but a crop top underneath for when the sun decides to shine.  Style Notes: An oversize maxi dress is as much a summer staple as sunglasses or swimwear. The item is so easy to just throw on, becoming an all in one outfit. Increase the summer vibes with flat sandals and a beach bag, just like Anna Sarlvit has done here.  Style Notes: July isn’t all about skirts and dresses. Make like Lucy Williams and

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July 04, 2020 at 06:00AM There is honestly no great mystery as to why some people possess an all-encompassing love for shoes. It’s because even when you’re wearing an outfit that makes you feel a bit ‘meh’, a great pair of shoes can suddenly make it feel perfect. You’re sassy or smart or super polished. But there are a few people who have really curated an impeccable shoe wardrobe. One such person is Ellie Delphine, AKA Slip into Style. The influencer and stylist originally comes from Martinique but is currently living in Paris. I’ve been a follower of her page for over a year and her knack of not just finding the coolest new shoes but knowing how to style them is rarely rivalled—she’d give Carrie Bradshaw a run for her, well, shoes. It’s why, then, I decided to interview her on all things footwear and glean some expert knowledge on how to find the perfect pair of shoes as well as knowing which trends she rates right now.  Who What Wear: You have a great eye for shoes–what do you look for when buying shoes? Ellie Delphine: I’m drawn to shoes that go out of the ordinary, shoes you don’t necessarily see everywhere. I love a bold animal print, an interesting detail or a funky heel shape. When buying shoes, I always look at the design first however I’m not willing to sacrifice comfort entirely. So extremely high heels are a no-no for me because I look for shoes I can actually

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July 04, 2020 at 06:00AM Just because we’re mainly staying inside our houses, balconies or (if we’re lucky) gardens, that doesn’t mean we can’t still spend five minutes looking at shoes. Anything too high or too sparkly is retiring to the back of our wardrobes, for the time being, but sandals (once they are sufficiently worn in, of course) can conveniently double as slippers. We’ve already brought you the sandal trends that are leading this year, but there are five sandal styles, in particular, that I keep spotting on my Instagram feed. One pair is close to our hearts, as Who What Wear has just launched shoes. Our thong sandals in white, snake and black have been particularly popular with our friends. Arizona Love’s Velcro-strap sandals are as cheery as they get thanks to the colourful printed fabrics adorned to the straps. The other two trending sandals are certainly more extravagant. However, Valentino’s rope sandals and Proenza Schouler’s collaboration with Birkenstock are rapidly gaining cult status. Keep scrolling to see the five sandals that are trending in 2020. Currently sold out.  Currently sold out.  Currently sold out.  Next up, see our guide to the key trends for spring/summer 2020. Author Emma Spedding | Whowhatwear Selected by CWC

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July 04, 2020 at 05:21AM I’ve known my best friend, Lotte Williams (ASOS Insider and all-around wonderful human), for over 11 years now. That’s 11 years of sharing outfits, gossip and skincare tips. But it wasn’t until recently that I discovered the £15 product that she swears by. From the image below, you can clearly see Lotte has amazing skin. She’s blessed with great genes, but she also struggles with breakouts like the rest of us. However, it’s this one product that she turns to time and time again to give her a dewy, even complexion. The product in question? No7’s Stay Perfect Foundation. When I finally asked Lotte what foundation she used (it only took me over a decade), I wasn’t expecting it to be a No7 product. So what is it about this foundation in particular that Lotte loves? She told me that while she can’t remember how she discovered it, when she went into a shop to be shade-matched, she was pleasantly surprised they had a shade pale enough for her. She went on to tell me that part of the reason she’s so obsessed with it is down to the coverage. It’s not too heavy and still allows her skin to shine through. She uses three pumps daily and blends it into her skin using a Beautyblender. The result? A super-even, fresh finish. Lotte says, “If I had a pound for every time someone had mentioned how great my skin looked and what foundation I use, I’d be

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July 04, 2020 at 05:00AM As we’ve been spending time cleaning out our wardrobesover the last few months, we’ve gone over a smattering of pieces—from basics to jeans—that we’re thinking of getting rid of in favour of other items. Well, today we’re going to focus on the summer items we potentially want to ditch as we head into those warmer-weather months. Below you’ll uncover a range of summer pieces our fashion editors will never remove from their wardrobes given their versatile and inherently chic nature. Alternatively, you’ll also spot a selection of items our team members aren’t as into at the moment. Of course, all of this is based on personal preference—and you should always wear whatever you love, no matter what anyone says. With all that in mind, keep scrolling to check out the items we’re into this summer. And if you’re shopping at the moment, you’ll also find cool summer staples to consider as well. “If you want something comfortable and chic, I’d go with a prairie-style dress, like the ones that Dôen does so well.”— Allyson Payer, senior fashion editor “I used to think summer was all about skirts, but this year, I’m all about a variety of shorts trends—from sweatshorts to athletic-inspired nylon pairs to longer, tailored versions.” — Nicole Akhtarzad Eshaghpour, senior market editor “There was a time when I would wear a lot of camis in the summer with all my shorts and skirts, but now they feel irrelevant as far as basic tops go, and any versions I

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