January 03, 2022 at 06:58PM The new year is here, and I think we can all agree 2022 is feeling a little too much like Groundhog Day. At the start of 2021, many of us hoped for sparkles and Champagne come December 31, but that dream fizzled out like a
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Blended Baked Oatmeal – 3 Ways
Blended Baked Oatmeal – 3 Ways January 02, 2022 at 09:41PM Blended Baked Oatmeal – 3 Ways Rise and shine with a bowl of blended baked oatmeal! Baked oatmeal is a great breakfast idea that packs fiber and whole grains. In this post, we’ll teach your how to make blended baked
Monster Cookie Protein Balls
Monster Cookie Protein Balls January 02, 2022 at 10:00AM Monster Cookie Protein Balls Say hello to monster cookie protein balls! These yummy protein balls are made with classic monster cookie ingredients in addition to protein powder for an extra boost of nutrition. Protein Balls + Monster Cookies Protein balls and
093: Tips for new years goals and resolutions
093: Tips for new years goals and resolutions January 01, 2022 at 10:50PM Hi friends! ’Tis the season for resolutions and goal setting, and I LOVE the excitement of a bright, shiny, new year. I’ll be sharing my goals and reflections next week on the blog, but for today’s podcast
I’ve Lived in Paris for 8.5 Years—This Is the Dress French Women Always Wear
January 01, 2022 at 08:00AM I’m a big advocate for the capsule wardrobe—an armoire filled with cherry-picked items that, to borrow from Marie Kondo, give me only joy when wearing them. Conscious shopping is something I’ve adopted too in the past eight and a half years since moving to Paris, and
If You’re Looking to Invest in a Designer Bag, I Would Recommend These 10
January 01, 2022 at 08:00AM If there’s one thing I’m asked most frequently as a shopping editor, it’s what designer bags are worth the investment. It’s a pretty big question to answer, as so many things come into play. After all, one person’s idea of what is affordable and expensive depends
This Is Easily the Chicest Perfume Brand Around, and I Can’t Get Enough
January 01, 2022 at 08:00AM I think it is often underestimated just how difficult shopping for perfume is. For starters, the stuff is expensive. While parting with a few quid on a foundation that isn’t quite right doesn’t feel like a huge financial loss (with a bit of mixing, you can usually
French Women Were Right All Along: This Is the Best Dress Trend Ever
January 01, 2022 at 08:00AM The knitted-dress trend has come back in a seriously big way in 2021. You might not have realised this, because in many ways, it’s the kind of frock that never really goes out of fashion. However, there’s one key component of this year’s style that French
A Dermatologist Told Me These Moisturisers Are Key for Plump, Dewy Skin
January 01, 2022 at 08:00AM Pretty much everyone wants hydrated, dewy, plump skin, right? Well, having healthy skin is definitely important to me. After writing about skincare for a while and also just going through life, I think I have a handle on what it takes to keep my skin
J.Lo’s Outfit for Date Night With Ben Is Perfect If You’re Over Skinny Jeans
January 01, 2022 at 08:00AM How does Jennifer Lopez dress for a date night in Los Angeles? Well, for dinner with Ben Affleck at celebrity-favourite restaurant Craig’s, she kept it sleek and simple in a slim-fit tank top, high-waisted, wide-leg trousers, and some designer jewellery. (Oh, and don’t forget her best accessory
I’m 58, Always Wear Flat Shoes, and Will Never Retire These 6 Styles
January 01, 2022 at 08:00AM We routinely turn to Janet Gunn, the 58-year-old influencer behind The Grateful Gardenia, for sartorial guidance. And while age should have nothing to do with your style choices, we’re always interested in her fashion viewpoint specifically given her experience over the years building a well-rounded
From Now on, This Is How I’m Doing Wedding Guest Dressing
January 01, 2022 at 08:00AM I won’t be the first or the last person to ever panic about what to wear to a wedding. The truth is that it’s difficult because we’ve all been hardwired into buying something new for the occasion. I imagine this is something to do with the psychology
I’m 5’2 and I’ve Figured Out How to Wear This Difficult Trouser Trend
January 01, 2022 at 07:00AM I’ve been a fashion editor for many years now and one of my favourite items of clothing that I always turn to when I want to look put-together is wide-leg trousers. The only problem is, I’m 5’2 (just) and it’s often a difficult balancing act between looking
These 63 Spring Outfits Make for Easy Scrolling
January 01, 2022 at 06:03AM Over the last couple of years it’s safe to say my style has been built solely on comfort. Like so many, working from home more often has meant leaving the house less, even after the lockdowns were lifted. Living in Scotland and being the sort of
Katie Holmes’s Winter Outfits All Revolve Around These 5 Basics
January 01, 2022 at 06:02AM For most of us, winter is about sensible investments and, generally speaking, isn’t a time to experiment with bold trends or anything impractical. Winter items need to be about quality and reliability, and so this means many of us tend to lean on classics that you can
Experts Say These Will Be the Biggest Bridal Trends in 2022
January 01, 2022 at 06:00AM Getting married in 2022? Congratulations! Your nuptials are officially this year. Now, either the thought of that fills you with excitement, or it fills you with mostly excitement, but also a little dread. Not because you’ve got cold feet (we hope not, anyway), but because you’ve
We’re Only One Day Into 2022, But These Items Are Already Trending
January 01, 2022 at 05:00AM We may not know a lot of things about what the year ahead will hold, but when it comes to what you’ll be wearing we’re pretty confident making some predictions. Yes, we’re only one day into 2022 but our day to day jobs here involve a
Editors & Influencers All Agree— This Is the Place to Buy Knitwear
January 01, 2022 at 05:00AM If you’ve seen an influencer or fashion girl on your Instagram feed wearing cute knitwear recently, there’s a high chance it’s from American Vintage. The thing is, you might not have even noticed, because this understated brand isn’t about loud & shouty designs. There’s hardly
The One Shoe Style All the Coolest Girls Will be Wearing This Year
January 01, 2022 at 05:00AM Platform boots have been back in our regular wardrobe rotation for a while now, and we’ve even had a warm weather version in platform flip flops. So it makes sense that something a little fancier would be next, especially since the comfort of the pandemic is
Turkey Meatballs
Turkey Meatballs December 31, 2021 at 06:11PM Turkey Meatballs These amazing turkey meatballs are super flavorful and never dry! Make a batch and serve over pasta with marinara sauce. Enjoy! Our Favorite Turkey Meatballs These truly are our favorite turkey meatballs! They’re super flavorful thanks to the combination of fresh
Friday Faves
Friday Faves December 31, 2021 at 05:36PM Hi friends! Happy Friday and Happy New Years’ Eve! What are you up to this weekend?? Any fun plans for tonight? We’re meeting up with some friends for a family party (kids + adults) and spending the rest of the weekend cleaning up
How Tarot Cards Can Help You Get a Handle on 2022
December 31, 2021 at 04:00PM Intrigued by tarot? “Tarot is an extremely helpful introspective tool for those who are open to exploring themselves and the energies that they’re working with,” says Canadian clarity coach Chris Corsini. We spoke to Corsini to understand how can tarot card readings can help us
January’s Astrological Transits Could Set the Tone for Your Year
December 31, 2021 at 02:00PM The new year is here and — based on my astrology predictions for January 2022 — things are about to get interesting. After a year of focusing on inner alignment and manifestation, I decided to ditch the New Year’s Resolutions I would’ve drafted in the
Spring/Summer 2022 Trends: The Only 17 Looks You Need to Know About
December 31, 2021 at 12:10PM I am so excited about S/S 22’s fashion trends. The overarching mood was one of real optimism, but where the previous season perhaps went into overdrive with the desire (desperation?) to get dressed up for even the most low-key of weekly grocery shops, the outlook for S/S 22
We’ve Found So Many Amazing Pieces in the January Sales
December 31, 2021 at 12:00PM The sales are now in full swing and while we love them and hate them in equal measure, we’re here to tell you that the offers are looking undeniably good this year. You’ll have to be quick to get those first wardrobe gems, but don’t worry—we can help point you
The Anti-Jean Outfits French Girls Are Wearing
December 31, 2021 at 08:00AM Okay, okay, in reality, French girls are certainly not “over” jeans. Seriously, take one quick glimpse at some of the chicest Parisians on Instagram, and you’ll quickly realise that denim is a staple of the French. That said, we’ve noticed that this set is, like many other fashion
Celebs Are Retiring Their Beanie Hats in Favour of This Winter Accessory
December 31, 2021 at 08:00AM It takes a lot for us to raise an eyebrow, particularly at a celebrity outfit. Spotlighting trends is what we do best, and after years of perfecting our craft, we seldom find ourselves surprised at what people wear. But that’s precisely what happened when we
Makeup Artists Say These 6 Moisturisers Will Age You in Reverse
December 31, 2021 at 08:00AM “Benjamin Buttoning.” Ageing backwards. Stopping time. If there’s one effect or buzzword that elicits the same visceral reaction from beauty editors, skincare experts, and customers alike, it’s anything with the term anti-ageing in it. The truth of the matter is this: There’s no miracle cream, gel, serum
I Speak to Dermatologists Every Day—These Are the Brands They Always Recommend
December 31, 2021 at 08:00AM 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
How to Build a Capsule Wardrobe That Will Last a Lifetime
December 31, 2021 at 06:05AM Not so long ago, the fashion world was buzzing about the concept of a capsule wardrobe—the kind of compact closet that only held the minimum number of pieces that matched each other with great ease and that allowed for much time saved in the mornings. Perhaps