May 26, 2020 at 03:30PM The winds of change are blowing fast through European fashion houses right now. Following Alessandro Michele’s announcement that Gucci is to go seasonless and show just twice a year, Louis Vuitton has announced that Johnny Coca will join the storied French luxury house to look after its handbags and accessories as the women’s fashion leather goods director. The ex-Mulberry designer will join Nicolas Ghesquière at the brand from June 2. The role is a perfect fit for Coca for a number of reasons –first, he was single-handedly responsible for reviving Mulbery’s handbag offering by reimagining the brand’s logo, introducing two new bag styles and reintroducing men’s accessories during his time at the British house. And second, he actually began his career as a leather goods designer for the house after he graduated. In a release, Ghesquière touched on the history saying, “I am very pleased that [Coca] is joining me on this journey that started a few years ago. The team and I look forward to working with him in the inspiring world of Louis Vuitton.” Meanwhile, Delphine Arnault, the brand’s executive vice president, said Coca is “in perfect unison with Louis Vuitton’s spirit and shares our vision” adding that he “will strengthen our creative energy and our ability to innovate.” Prior to his work at Mulberry, Coca was the head design director for leather goods, accessories, shoes and jewellery at Celine for five years, and was at Bally before that. Coca joins an all-star
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I Was Scared of Face Oils Until I Discovered This £30 One
May 26, 2020 at 02:00PM There’s no doubting that of all the beauty products out there, face oil is definitely one of the most divisive. The reason? While some claim that using face oil actually balances oily skin—resulting in less oil production and a natural, lit-from-within glow—others believe that it’s too heavy for some skin types, with certain oils actually clogging pores and exacerbating breakouts. So despite celebrities like Pixi Geldof and Julia Roberts raving about the benefits of using argan oil and olive oil on their faces, I’ve remained slightly nervous about regularly slathering something so greasy onto my spot-prone skin. That is, until I learned about another type of oil that not only promised a whole host of skin benefits but claimed to be the perfect face oil for those of us with oily, acne-prone or sensitive complexions. Grapeseed oil is nothing new, but if you’re anything like me, you might not have been aware of its skincare benefits. In fact, with trendier ingredients like coconut oil constantly hitting the beauty headlines, you might not have heard of grapeseed oil at all. Naturally brimming with vitamins C, D and E—alongside high levels of omega-6 fatty acids and linoleic acid—grapeseed oil contains basically all of the stuff our skin needs to look and feel healthy. Plus it’s naturally anti-inflammatory (so it’s great for calming irritated or sensitive skin), antimicrobial (so it targets spot-causing bacteria) and noncomedogenic—meaning that it won’t clog your pores. Turns out celebs aren’t immune to the benefits of grapeseed oil either. Emma Stone, who is also a
Self-Isolation Diary: A Day in the Life of John Fluevog
May 26, 2020 at 02:48PM We’re now in Month 3 of self-isolation with an uncertain road ahead but for some much-needed inspiration, FASHION is reaching out to some of our favourite Canadians to get a peek into how they’re living their lives in lockdown (remember: #StayHomeSaveLives). Each week, keep an eye out for new self-isolation diaries from actors, designers, influencers and artists who are riding this uncertain time out with us. John Fluevog, designer My wife and I returned from Melbourne (where we had been visiting the new—and first—Fluevog store in Australia) on March 20th to find that all our stores were closing. No cash flow, no income and not knowing what the future looked like. On top of that, most of the retail staff who are really part of our family were having to be laid off. It was a lot of shock and disbelief and then panic. I felt upside down and shaken. My life of slowly building up a brand was looking like it was being torn from me in an instant. The future was changing day to day and it did not look promising. It was as if someone had pressed a huge pause button in the sky and the whole world had stopped. The biggest thing that I did and that helped was to focus on being thankful for each day. I could not plan for the future but I could change what I was thinking about today. Each day, I focused on what I
Join us for Home Workout Warrior! (A full 4-week fitness and meal plan)
May 26, 2020 at 11:26AM Hi friends! How’s the morning going? I’m writing with some exciting news: we’re starting a 4-week version of my most popular fitness plan, Home Workout Warrior. The fun officially starts Monday, June 1. Feel free to follow at your own pace – I know times are crazy right now – but I wanted to share some resources in one spot since many of us will be working out at home for a bit longer. I also wanted to create a little community so we can cheer each other on along the way! Here’s what Home Workout Warrior is all about: – This workout plan is the first 4 weeks of the Home Workout Warrior Fit Guide. I spent a LOT of time putting my Fit Guides together because I was very strategic with the exercises I chose, the order/flow of the exercises, and the progressions of the workouts. One of my biggest pet peeves about online programs and apps is that there is zero progression. You’re not switching up the training technique (between endurance, hypertrophy, and max strength), adding balance or advancing the movements, and it’s all just a recipe for plateau. You may see results for the first month, but after that, it’s likely that you’ll hit a plateau and have to switch to the next thing. I created these workouts to be as results-driven, functional, and fun as possible! – The Home Workout Warrior plan workouts are dumbbells-only, so you don’t need a ton
My Summer Fashion Favorites
May 26, 2020 at 12:00PM From shorts and skorts to sandals and swim suits, these are my must-have summer fashion staples that keep me cool and comfortable while (sweaty) stroller walking and digging in sand at the beach. I am no fashionista – I crave comfortable, washable, sweat-friendly summer fashion finds. Summertime with kids is all about sweating, getting… The post My Summer Fashion Favorites appeared first on Kath Eats Real Food. Continue Reading… Author Kath Younger | KathEats Selected by CWC
Plant Magic: Basically, Our New Hobby For the Year
May 26, 2020 at 11:05AM We were so charmed and intrigued by the new book, Plant Magic: Herbalism In Real Life, that we’re sending it to a bunch of friends while we’re all at home. With most of us living at a slower pace lately, we’ve been craving more nature then ever before and this book has been teaching us to forage, make fresh tea, tinctures and generally look forward to being able to spend more time outdoors in the near future. Author Christine Buckley explores the basics of herbalism in language we can not only understand, but actually enjoy. We can’t say the same of all books on herbs which are sometimes so dry they snuff out our enthusiasm after page one. Plant Magic is broken down into 3 parts: ‘a crash course in herbalism’ with charts and quizzes that help you understand a high-level view of things, part two – ‘making friends with plants’ (because, yes), and, most importantly, part three – ‘your herbal arsenal’ the bulk of the book that dives deep into twenty-two individual herbs from thyme and chamomile to dandelion and elderberry. There are charts for each herb and a few pages each on sourcing, the herb’s helpful properties and a few ways to use each one (including recipes). If you’ve ever dreamed of stepping up your herbal tea game or being able to forage or garden your own remedies and tinctures at home, this book is the perfect way to get started. Bonus points
Grilled Roasted Red Pepper, Pesto, & Turkey Sandwiches
May 26, 2020 at 10:00AM Forget the subway party platter and make this Grilled Roasted Red Pepper, Pesto, & Turkey sandwich! It is perfectly toasted on the grill and a great meal for the family or a larger group at a bbq! Let’s Make Party Sandwiches Who doesn’t love a good sandwich? I love a … The post Grilled Roasted Red Pepper, Pesto, & Turkey Sandwiches appeared first on Fit Foodie Finds. Continue Reading… Author Adthrive | Fitfoodiefinds Selected by CWC
The Spring Wedding Guest Dresses You’ll Wear Again and Again
May 26, 2020 at 08:10AM The best wedding guest dresses are something we search for each and every month of the year, and every time, our quest for the wedding guest outfit drama comes into play. After all, the matrimonial schedule never stops, and we can understand why it’s a big deal to locate the ultimate frock for the big day. Choosing an outfit for such an important event is one of the most high-pressure wardrobe situations a fashion fanatic will find themselves in all year. Who will be there? Will you be caught off-guard in a candid snap? What about the pictures that last forever and ever in everyone’s photo albums? And then there’s what you really want to opt for in your heart of hearts. Lace? Pastels? Florals? Designer? High street? So many options. That’s not to even mention choices other than dresses (of which there are many, but we won’t go there here). Sometimes, the answer comes in the form of an elevated, beautiful gown that wins in one swish of a hem. We start thinking about dresses as soon as the invitations come in and feel it’s never too early to start planning for a wedding. We’ve scoured the latest collections to bring you a fashion editor’s selection of the greatest new-season pieces to invest in, be it for a ceremony at a beach getaway, in a city or nestled in a cosy country retreat. Click through to see the dresses you can wear (and wow
These 31 White Shirts Are Easily the Best Right Now
May 26, 2020 at 07:00AM There’s nothing like a white shirt, is there? It’s almost comforting how reliable it can be—easily worn with everything you own, from jeans to skirts and even smart track pants. It’s a blank canvas for accessories. I’m personally a fan of wearing a white shirt with big gold hoops or a vintage chain necklace or even both. But you can wear it with any colour or shape of earring, necklace or bracelet, and it will look polished and refined. (Just make sure it’s had a good iron.) While a classic button-down is always a winner, 2020’s version of the white shirt is a little more exciting. Whether it’s an oversize collar, like Miu Miu’s or Ganni’s sold-out versions, or a puff-sleeve or even a tie-waist, so many white shirts right now have some little twist or detail. All you need to do is simply wear it tucked in to high-waisted jeans or under a jumper with the collar poking out. Of course, you can still go with bold accessories, too. Keep scrolling then for an edit of the best white shirts around right now. Next up, the biggest spring/summer 2020 fashion trends you need to know. Author Elinor Block | Whowhatwear Selected by CWC
I’ve Tested This Affordable Skincare Line for a Year—Here Are My Top 7 Products
May 26, 2020 at 06:30AM The most expensive one is £18. By now, you’re likely familiar with our (very fabulous) sister skincare line, Versed. It’s affordable (£18 and under) and composed of 19 sustainably sourced, nontoxic, results-driven skin essentials. From cleansers and serums to masks and toners, Versed has quickly become one of the most beloved skincare brands among WWW readers, editors, even celebrities, and facialists. My mom (who’s 73, fabulous, and obsessed with her skin) has also given the brand two thumbs-up, and the fact that we’re coming up to Versed’s first birthday is absolutely mind-boggling to me considering how much buzz and love it’s managed to garner in our community. As Who What Wear’s beauty editor, I was lucky enough to get a sneak peek of the brand’s must-have products pre-launch last year, so this month actually marks the one-year point of my first introduction to the line. I’m super nitpicky when it comes to skincare, and my skin is also sensitive and acne-prone. Not to sound like a product snob, but when it comes to skincare, I’m a product snob, and I have very particular tastes in ingredients and formulations. Of course, I knew that Who What Wear’s savviest beauty experts and researchers were behind Versed’s magic, but that didn’t necessarily mean I would love all of the products. That said, one year after being introduced to the brand, I honestly use 10 of the 19 products regularly within my skin regimen and love to shout my appreciation for them from the rooftops. (Especially considering how clean and affordable they are compared