June 08, 2020 at 06:30AM Nothing gets me more excited for summer than a great body product. The minute the sun starts shining, the first thing I do is dust off my go-to body beauty products from summers past and slather myself in them top to toe. If you ask me, you really can’t beat the feeling of prepping your body ready for a day of sun-drenched fun. You see, while a good summer body routine leaves skin silky smooth and glowing (which in itself is sure to make you feel good), the act of actually using summery-scented products comes with its own level of joy entirely. From sun cream and sunshine to tropical cocktails and zesty fruits, when the scents of summer come all wrapped up in the form of super nourishing, skin-loving beauty products, it’s like all of the great feelings that come hand-in-hand with summer are unleashed with every single use. And do you know what? As a beauty editor that is supposed to have a passion for all things geeky and scientific, there’s a really big part of me that just wants whatever body care product I use to smell really great. As far as I’m concerned, if it does what it claims to do, what’s the harm in it smelling wonderful while it works? So if, like me, you like your body routine to come with a little bit of summer joy, keep scrolling for the summer-appropriate body care products that smell just as amazing as they feel. Chances
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Every Dress I Love This Year Has This One Little Detail
June 08, 2020 at 06:03AM Summer is on its way and with it comes an influx of new seasonal trends. From tie-dye to linen, and Bermuda shorts, there are a few standout looks that certainly seems to have taken over our Instagram feeds in recent months. Though not all trends are immediately obvious, as sometimes it can be the smaller details that make a look even more impactful. Enter my favourite summer dress mirco-trend: cut-out silhouettes. Whether it be an open back detail, front key-hole or waist-enhancing side splits, cut-out silhouettes seem to be everywhere at the minute. From influencer imagery to e-comm campaigns, this interesting detail has been highlighted across high-street and designer items, proving its popularity once and for all. Whether it be Cult Gaia’s Serita dress, already worn by the likes of Rosie HW and Candice Swanepoel, or Sir the Label’s Alena Open-Back dress which has captured the attention of Brittany Bathgate and Lucy Williams, it’s clear that this summer is all about statement silhouettes. Our advice? When wearing a dress with cut-out details or an intricate design, keep the rest of your outfit relatively simple. Some understated sandals, a woven handbag and minimal jewellery will really allow the dress itself to shine. Keep scrolling to see how influencers are wearing cut-out detail dresses and then shop the trend below. Next up, the biggest S/S 20 fashion trends you need to know. Author Zoe Anastasiou | Whowhatwear Selected by CWC
The One Summer 2020 Trend That Is Perfect for Working From Home
June 08, 2020 at 06:00AM When writing our spring/summer 2020 trend report I could have never anticipated the way life was about to change. Many of the clothes arriving in stores this month were designed to be worn to weddings, pub beer gardens and summer events, however, the spring summer collections did have an overarching practical theme that makes many of the items that were tipped to spike, still relevant to our lives at home. In the spring collections, we saw a desire for more classic, timeless pieces, largely driven by sustainability having a significant impact on how trends are now shaped. One of the items that fashion buyers kept mentioning to me as a key product for the season was a blue Oxford button-down shirt by The Row. The one item that I personally keep wearing for my video work calls and keep seeing other people wearing too is an oversize Oxford shirt. The oversize, loose fit makes them feel comfortable and relaxed, plus they go with midi skirts or any jeans or trousers, making them an easy outfit to style. The most popular outfit I’ve seen people wearing is an oversize white shirt tucked into straight-leg jeans, but I’ve also seen blue shirts worn with midi skirts or Oxfords layered underneath knits. Keep scrolling for some styling inspiration if you already have a shirt at home, and in case you’re looking to purchase one, scroll further for our edit. Next up, see our guide to the key trends
I Have Simple Style, and These Are the Only Easy Trends I Care About
June 08, 2020 at 05:10AM If I had to describe my personal style in three words, low-key, elevated, and simple would pretty much sum it up. And while I tend to stick to more basics than super-trendy items, the trends that do pique my interest tend to be the more versatile and laid-back picks that fit within my simple style. On that note, I thought I’d share some of the key trends I’ve been into recently for myself and others. Naturally, I turned to some of my favorite fashion people on Instagram to showcase said easy trends. With all that in mind, keep scrolling to check out the looks worth noting if you have a more simple style like me. And if you’re shopping at the moment, I rounded up product recommendations as well. There’s nothing easier and, honestly, more stylish these days than teaming a basic ribbed tank with a cool pair of jeans or joggers. Here for it. In the footwear realm, I’m all about the sporty-sandal vibe for a functional and forward shoe choice. I’d wear them like this with chic trousers and an oversize top. Flashy jewelry isn’t necessarily my thing, but a chain necklace feels statement-making without being too much. That perfect pick is basically the finishing touch to any chic ensemble I’m into. Those lightweight cardigans that are either cropped or shrunken are more or less a next-level basic staple at this point. They’re ideal for those with more simple style. I love that
9 Grandma Trends That Are Basically Mainstream at This Point
June 08, 2020 at 05:05AM The life span of a trend goes like this: At first, a select group of insiders begins to wear what we call a “micro-trend” until, at a certain point when there are enough versions to be found at a range of price points, it’s officially a trend with a capital T. At that point, it either expires after the current season or proves to have staying power and therefore becomes “mainstream.” For as negative a connotation as it usually has, mainstream actually isn’t such a bad thing. Really, it means that a trend that was once niche has proven to be worthy of a long-lasting place in your closet, and, at least to me, that’s a beautiful thing. Recently, I got to thinking about the whole idea of grandma dressing. When we reported on the budding trend back in February 2019, it was definitely a niche style. But since then, I’ve watched specific grandma fashion trends like oversize sunglasses and polished top-handle bags go from micro to truly being everywhere. And the same is true for six more of these retro-inspired styles that span everything from swimwear to jewelry to lingerie. So without further ado, I’m sharing nine grandma trends that have become so popular they’re essentially mainstream (in the best way possible). Scroll down to discover them all and shop the pieces worthy of having in your wardrobe for a long time. We called this trend last summer, and ever since then, underwire detailing and high-waisted
The 9 Pieces Bringing Me Joy This Week
June 08, 2020 at 05:00AM We created What to Buy Now to bring you a concise edit every Monday on the items we really love—from the high street, designer labels, vintage gems you can buy online and even charity-shop treasures. We’re constantly scanning the most stylish online stores so you can feel safe in the knowledge that you won’t miss a thing. We know that your fashion requirements can vary massively from season to season, whether you’re looking for an immaculately tailored staple, an affordable sundress or the perfect pair of shoes. So not only will we cover all the bases, but as ardent believers in mindful consumption, we’ll make sure everything we include will look just as fresh in a year’s time as it does now. Of course, we’ll also bring you those pieces that simply set your heart racing in a way that only fashion can. This week’s highlights include plenty of winning wardrobe gems, including a perfect printed midi skirt, a summer-ready blazer from Mango and a sellout-worthy dress from H&M. Scroll down to shop the buys on my wish list this week. You know what to do. The perfect mood-boosting addition to a white tee. I can’t stop looking and short suits right now. The high street dress of dreams. You’ll wear this on repeat all summer long. FYI you can find some pretty cool things on Vestiaire Collective right now. A real summer staple. Just add to jeans and your fave sandals. The cutest smocked dress we’ve seen. The ideal dress-up-dress-down tank top.
Summer Outfit Ideas: 8 Looks You’ll Want to Wear as Much as We Do
June 07, 2020 at 06:34AM If you’re in the midst of planning great summer outfit ideas, there’s good news: Some of the best street style stars and influencers have seriously upped their warm-weather wardrobe games this year, even if it’s just for the purpose of lounging on their Instagrammable sofas. However, rather than the standard summer dressing routine (which can only interest a fashion-hungry girl for so long), you may feel like taking a slice of sartorial inspiration from these experts to switch up your daily ensembles. Sometimes, summer outfits need to be straightforward and simple to assemble, with just a flourish of a key accessory or subtle injection of a new styling move, and sometimes —because the UK’s climate is so unpredictable—the layering and construction will be more demanding. (We’ve supplied the more advanced levels, of course.) So without further ado, let us introduce you to the summer outfit ideas we’re into right now—provided by some standout looks and supported by the shopping pieces you need to see. Checking the Met Office weather report as we type… Up next, Your Guide to the Key Trends for Summer 2020 This post was originally published at an earlier date and has since been updated. Author Hannah Almassi | Whowhatwear Selected by CWC
Everything You Need to Know About Getting Vitamin D While Wearing SPF
June 07, 2020 at 06:30AM Everyone knows that they should be wearing SPF every day, but in all honesty, I kind of get why it’s such a difficult cause to get behind. With the way that it feels on the skin and formulas that seem to aggravate breakouts, being willing to apply SPF every day when you can’t physically see the damage that the sun is causing is quite an accomplishment. With that being said, I do apply it every day (gold star for me), and I will continue to harp on about the importance of doing so, even if my nagging falls on deaf ears. So yes, avoiding daily SPF application, come rain or shine, is logic I can sort of reason with. However, I absolutely draw the line at skipping SPF for a day spent sunbathing. And yes, this is far more common than you might think it is. During the recent heatwave, I saw countless comments on social media spreading the message that we should all be frolicking outside in bikinis sans sun cream to get our vitamin D levels back up post-lockdown easing. And this is the sort of reasoning I hear a lot when discussing the importance of SPF to friends. Some common rebuttal from said friends includes: “But just think about how healthy your skin starts looking when you’re on holiday,” and “What about rickets?” and “I’m feeling sad and think I need some more vitamin D, so I’m going to skip sun cream today.” If there’s anything this
8 Stylish Buys to Kick-Start Your Summer Wardrobe
June 07, 2020 at 06:03AM Ah, summer. You always hold so much hope and promise. And this year, it’s fair to say we’re all thinking ahead to summer and starting to transition into our seasonal wardrobes. To help you identify exactly what you’ll need to navigate the next few months with serious style, we’ve whittled down eight key summer buys that come with influencer approval as standard. From the top style Lucy Williams wears on repeat to the sandals decorating the feet of those in the know already, keep scrolling to see and shop the ultimate summer capsule wardrobe for women in 2020. Next, four sandals that are already trending in 2020. Author Maxine Eggenberger | Whowhatwear Selected by CWC
The Trousers That Look Smart But Are as Comfy as Leggings
June 07, 2020 at 06:00AM It’s fair to say that the novelty of leggings has officially worn off—or perhaps for you, it wore off one week into lockdown. Of course, we are strong proponents of the “if it makes you feel good, then wear it” approach to dressing, so if the thought of your Lululemons is the only thing that gets you out of pyjamas in the morning, then more power to you. However, if you’re craving a bit of a style shake-up without compromising on comfort, then I have the perfect solution. Don’t worry. I’m not going to apply tough love and drag you kicking and screaming into your best dress and heels in order to feel work-ready. Rather, I’ve come across the perfect amalgamation that combines polish with and comfort. Introducing tailored joggers. This hybrid isn’t exactly new on the scene, yet it feels like the ideal compromise for our current WFH wardrobes. Most importantly, like classic joggers, it features an elastic waistband—a small yet significant detail that is far more appealing than any high-waisted jeans or restricted button fastening. However, the point of difference is the fabric and the silhouette. Countless brands have delivered stretchy-waist trousers in smart fabrics such as wool-blend, silk, herringbone and crêpe, transforming this loungewear go-to into a polished staple. The chicest styles come with a wide-leg fit that is tailored at the waist and tapers out at the thigh. It offers a beautiful slouch that will complement everything from tank tops and white