May 10, 2020 at 06:00AM I have always been a practical person when it comes to shoes—well, practical for a fashion editor anyway. I tend to stick to styles that I don’t have to think about. I can’t stand those shoes that enjoy reminding you every five seconds of their existence by A) flying off your feet or B) rubbing your poor heels into oblivion. That is not to say I don’t think about aesthetics, and so you can imagine my delight when the comfy hiking sandal was declared an object of fashion veneration in 2019. Fast-forward 12 months, and we are all in a very different situation (to say the least). However, my penchant for practical shoes remains and has become somewhat useful in my new work setting. The average day includes mooching around the house, working on my laptop and sitting on the sofa, but I didn’t want to be stuck in slippers 24/7. My solution? Birkenstocks. Yes, you’ve had a pair since you were 15, and they’re not exactly a groundbreaking discovery, but all the same, let me inform any fellow Birkenstock virgins that I have literally not taken them off for the last two months. After much deliberation and research, I opted for the Arizona EVA iteration, which is slightly cheaper than the classic Arizona and made of the brand’s signature EVA fabric, which looks like leather but feels like a softer form of flip-flop material (no need to wear them in, hurrah!). They cater perfectly to my WFH needs and truly go with every single outfit, from jumpsuits and jeans to midi dresses and slip
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The High-Street Buys Instagram Is Loving Right Now
May 10, 2020 at 05:54AM The team at Who What Wear UK prides itself on uncovering cult items before they’ve even made it off the production line. We’re keen, to say the least, and a great portion of our time is spent documenting and analysing the Instagram posts of the thousands of cool women we follow on Instagram for high-street sightings. In fact, we have WhatsApp groups and Slack channels dedicated to these affordably priced power pieces, and we want to update you on them as soon as possible (aka after we’ve bought our faves). Our skills are so attuned that more often than not, we’ll have an inkling about a certain piece before it has hit the big time. Sometimes, you’ll find a flurry of brand-specific action due to a paid activation or natural desire to wear a particular thing or label. But other times, it’ll be a slow and steady accumulation of saved posts that start to make a trend clear to me—especially when a vast array of influencers start favouring the very same items over a longer period of time. Either way, please trust that we’re on it. Right now, there are some beautiful items making a strong bid for inclusion in this gallery. From a timeless Arket shirt to an H&M dress that looks way beyond its high-street price tag, keep reading to see my picks of influencers wearing the latest high-street items. Spring/Summer 2020 Fashion Trends: What We’ll Be Wearing in This New Decade This story was published at an earlier date and has since
All of the ’90s Fashion Trends That Will Still Be Around in 2020
May 10, 2020 at 05:29AM The resurgence of ‘90s fashion has resulted in a truly mixed bag of emotions. While the ’90s can be credited with providing us now-favourable slip dresses and kitten heels, there’s also a raft of trends we’d like to keep in the past. After reaching out to the rest of the Who What Wear team, we reminisced about all the pieces we used to be so proud to own but can’t imagine ever wearing again (we think), as well as the celebrity looks we’ll happily revisit time and again. Just when you think all of the possible forgotten looks from the 1990s had remained hidden, along comes another one. How much do you want a really ridiculously small bag right now? And how much better would it be if it had tiny handles and was rendered in silk-satin (see Kate Beckinsale below)? Or what about those ’90s Kate Moss images you come back to time and again for inspiration on what to wear on a night out? We’ve recently rediscovered a love for old-school SJP and combat trousers, too. The revivals are coming in thick and fast, people. Thick and fast. Keep scrolling for our guide to the ’90s fashion items, trends and combinations we wore to death and then forgot about until now. Style Notes: Perhaps one of the most iconic fashion moments of the ’90s, Dionne’s and Cher’s checked skirts often come back around into high-fashion circles. These tartans are particularly key for this
The 30 Throw-On Dresses We Actually Want to Wear Right Now
May 09, 2020 at 09:58AM We’re likely all asking ourselves the same question at the moment: What can I wear that is as comfy as sweats but looks like I’ve put a lot more effort in? When we reached out to our readers recently to ask what you wanted to see from us here at Who What Wear, more than anything we heard requests for chic working-from-home looks for those whose routines have changed recently. We’ve enjoyed the novelty of the loungewear phase and already worked out what tops look great with leggings for our Zoom calls, but what we’re really craving now, especially with the sun shining, is pretty dresses. Something we’ve always championed is how easy dresses are to throw on in the morning. Just like a matching two-piece or a jumpsuit, a dress is a full outfit in itself, so it takes away any decision-making from your morning routine. Plus, we challenge you to choose to wear a dress tomorrow and not feel more put-together. Most dresses are inherently comfy, at least the below styles certainly are, so really, why the hell not chuck on a great dress for your working (from home) day? If anything, it definitely has mood-boosting effects. Monikh is our ultimate inspiration here. (If anyone needs any more persuasion to wear them at home, her Instagram account provides more than enough.) Luckily, smock throw-on styles are one of those spring trends that come around year after year, and 2020 is no exception. Let the search for the perfect comfy, pretty dress
I Predict These £25 H&M Trousers Will Replace Joggers This Summer
May 09, 2020 at 07:20AM Controversial statement: I don’t know how much longer I can wear my sweatpants (or joggers to you Brits). I live in the South of America, and it’s now May, so any clothing item with the word “sweat” in it is going on the back burner (with the exception being sweatshorts). Subsequently, I’ve been on the hunt for comfortable pieces to wear instead of sweatpants. Per usual, H&M, which always seems to know what basics we need before we do, came to the rescue. Among H&M’s new arrivals, I spotted a pair of linen joggers that, like sweatpants, have an elastic waistband and an easy fit. They’re also £25, come in seven neutral colours, and have 4.5 stars from 72 glowing reviews. (H&M also stocked them last summer.) Plus, they’ve earned H&M’s Premium Quality distinction. I noticed that several colours are already starting to fly out of stock, so I fully expect that many people will be trading their sweatpants for linen pants. Keep scrolling to see the popular trousers in every colour, as well as more H&M pieces to trade your sweatpants for this summer. I think these are a contender to buy in multiples. Based on the stock levels, people are buying these up in every colour. Such a good colour. You’ll wear these constantly, guaranteed. You probably need a new pair right about now. In case you don’t want to wear neutrals every single day. These will be cute for the beach once you can
These Expert-Approved Tips Guarantee Stronger Nails
May 09, 2020 at 06:30AM If you are the sort of person who can grow your nails to a length that has people asking whether or not they are real, just know that you are blessed. For the average person, growing your nails can seem like quite an impossible task. Take me, for instance. With what can only be described as teeny-tiny nail beds, my nails will always appear short at first glance. Plus, without a strong grounding for any sort of growth, they’re prone to snapping, snagging and breaking. Usually, I try to make time for a manicure around once a month. After a professional shape and tidy and once I have gel colour applied, my nails feel impossibly strong, like nothing could possibly break them. In fact, it’s when I have had a manicure that my nails are able to grow their healthiest. It makes sense, therefore, that the last few weeks have taken a toll on my nails. Without any hope of a salon appointment, and with my below-par at-home mani skills, it’s safe to say my nails aren’t looking their best. While some are brittle and snapping left, right and centre, others are paper-thin, flimsy and weak. So without a nail technician in sight, I thought it was about time I tried to do something about it. In a bid to improve nail health far and wide during these trying times, I reached out to those in the know to find out exactly what is that’s causing my nails to play up.
From Ganni to Rixo, Here’s What Your Favourite Designers Are Wearing at Home
May 09, 2020 at 06:01AM Over the last few months, many of our lives have changed immeasurably. From a complete adjustment in work routines to drastically altered social lives, relatively nothing is the same as it was back in February. While we all are processing these changes differently, adjusting to a life in which many choices are beyond our control, one factor that has remained within our control is the way we choose to get dressed in the morning. Whether you have opted to completely embrace loungewear or prefer a slightly more polished aesthetic, there is no denying that what you wear each day can have an impact on your overall outlook and even mood or productivity. With this in mind, I decided to turn to the experts and asked a few of my favourite designers exactly what they have been wearing to work from home. And with answers from the women behind some of the fashion industry’s buzziest brands—including Henrietta Rix and Orlagh McCloskey of Rixo, Ditte Reffstrup of Ganni, Haeni Kim of Kitri and Rejina Pyo—you’re definitely going to want to read on. Whether based in London or across various parts of the globe, a common thread amongst all the designers is that they are continuing to dress up despite remaining at home. From flowing midi dresses to loose-fitting jeans, comfort is, of course, a priority, though their style and personal aesthetics have not wavered. If you’ve ever wondered what your favourite designers wear when they’re off duty, this one is certainly for you.
28 Outfits That Make Basics Look Interesting
May 09, 2020 at 06:00AM Minimalism is really having its moment this season. Thanks to The Row and Bottega Veneta, the pared-back approach to dressing has really taken hold in 2020. However, and perhaps this is more of a personal problem, is that I always struggle to keep this aesthetic looking interesting. Sure, I can dabble with a white-shirt–and–black-trousers combo, but I can end up looking a bit like a waitress. The thing is, I’m not a die-hard minimalist, so I haven’t honed the skills needed to really understand what it takes to make basics look super cool. And right now, with plenty of us working from home, basics are a must. So how do those who favour the above style keep it looking interesting when working from home? I spoke to four of my favourite minimalist Instagrammers and they all told me their secrets. Keep scrolling for 28 outfits that make basics look interesting, plus some great tips that will make you want to go minimalist full-time. “Right now, I can’t do without my cashmere loungewear. I have a few sets and absolutely love them. But to feel more put together on a working day, I’d say putting on makeup, a bit of jewellery (I don’t wear much) and a spritz of perfume help me feel ready. As for helping to draw a line between my working looks and downtime, I try and keep my WFH outfits to ones which don’t make me want to curl up on the sofa! So
I Own a Lot of Striped T-Shirts—Here’s Where I Find the Best
May 09, 2020 at 06:00AM Striped T-shirts and I go way back. Ever since I found the perfect one at H&M in my first year of university, I haven’t looked back. It was white with black stripes and made me feel very sophisticated. There have been others, of course. An American Apparel red-and-white one deserves a notable mention—it was formfitting and looked great with high-waisted jeans. But my ultimate striped T-shirt? One I bought from Topshop eight years ago and still wear once every week. It hasn’t faded much, is just the right length on my arms and is loose but still tight enough to tuck into my favourite pair of white jeans. I love striped T-shirts. Yes, it’s because they’re a bit French-looking, but it’s also because they’re just a little more interesting than a plain white T-shirt. They draw the eye in more, and they always look great with red lipstick, too. (Don’t ask me why. I have no science to back this up, people.) You could say, then, that I’m a striped-T-shirt connoisseur. For that reason, I’ve dedicated a whole shopping edit to them. While there are the classics—red, blue and black striped versions—there are also other options including bold greens and yellows, which are definitely worth a look if you’re looking for something brighter. Keep scrolling for the edit. Next up, the biggest spring/summer 2020 fashion trends you need to know. Author Elinor Block | Whowhatwear Selected by CWC
If Your Hair Is Snapping, These Are the Habits You Need to Change ASAP
May 08, 2020 at 06:30AM Over the past few weeks, it’s safe to say that we have all experienced a beauty mishap or two. From patchy, half-fallen-out lash extensions to grown-out manicures and toes that need some serious tending to, there’s no doubt that our beauty routines have recently been flipped on their heads. The biggest issues that it seems almost everyone is facing, though, are those to do with our hair. Being unable to get out to salons means that many of us are currently facing unsightly roots and split ends and even risking at-home haircuts in a bid to better the situation. One of the most common complaints that I have come across, however, is that of hair breakage. In fact, almost everyone I have spoken to agrees that their hair seems to be snapping much more than it ever has before. Unsure whether your short strands are breakage or just baby hairs? “Loss of elasticity in hair leads to snapping. Healthy hair will be able to ping back into shape. The stress test is when it’s wet, if you pull the hair and it bounces back, it’s healthy,” says Paul Edmonds, celebrity hairstylist and official BAFTA partner. While there’s no doubt that regular trims are essential for keeping hair healthy and strong, there are some things that will help prevent further hair breakage. Keep scrolling to discover the hair habits that experts warn could be causing your strands to snap and what you can do to help. Okay, it might seem obvious, but overprocessing