May 15, 2020 at 06:30AM If, like me, you’re used to regular visits to the salon for a manicure, chances are your nails aren’t in a great way right now. My mani skills are a little weak, to say the least. I absolutely hate the feeling of filing my nails,
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29 Products That Give Back—From T-Shirts to Holly Willoughby’s Knit
May 15, 2020 at 06:15AM In the midst of the COVID-19 global crisis, it is always heart-warming to see the people, brands and companies that step forward in an effort to help make a difference. Whether it be doctors coming out of retirement to support the NHS or friendly local neighbours
I Haven’t Shopped All Year, But H&M’s Summer Collection Just Changed My Mind
May 15, 2020 at 06:00AM Last September, post–fashion week, we knew what we were going to see everywhere come summer 2020. The biggest trends included leather (for summer? Actually groundbreaking), pretty white dresses and Bermuda-style shorts. While these trends and many others were pretty much guaranteed at the beginning of the year,
These Trainers Are 2020’s Answer to Stan Smiths
May 15, 2020 at 06:00AM Over the last 12 months the athleisure trend has definitely waned in popularity. The proliferation of boldly branded track pants and sports leggings is declining in favour of matching trackie sets in muted tones and split-hem leggings paired with elegant mules. However, sneakers still remain popular. After
These High-Street Pieces Make for Happy Scrolling This Summer
May 15, 2020 at 06:00AM And before we knew it, it was almost summer. It’s hard to believe that we’ve almost come out the other side of spring (and what a weird one it’s been), but now we’re here, clad in our favourite leggings and gearing up for a slightly
15 Affordable Beauty Products That Are Just as Good as These Expensive Ones
May 15, 2020 at 06:00AM I’m incredibly lucky that I get sent some of the most premium beauty products on the market to try out as part of my job. From ÂŁ205 moisturisers to ÂŁ109 facial steamers, I’ve had the chance to test some of the most luxurious formulations and
23 Smart But Comfy Trousers If You’re Officially Over Jogging Bottoms
May 15, 2020 at 05:00AM After weeks of slouching, the novelty of wearing jogging bottoms has well and truly worn off. I want to feel comfortable, for sure, but now I miss feeling put-together and am slowly revisiting the smarter items in my wardrobe. This week, we wrote about a
I’ve Slowed Down My Shopping, But I’m Still Eyeing These 31 Cool Basics
May 14, 2020 at 05:30PM To clarify, the title of this story refers to my shopping for fashion items. I say that because while I’ve been buying less clothing and fewer shoes and accessories lately, I’ve been spending more money on groceries and household cleaning products than ever. Nonetheless, I’d be
These Tan Drops Will Give a Natural Sun-Kissed Glow
May 14, 2020 at 11:00AM Whatever time of year it is, we all crave that “just got back from holiday” glow, don’t we? Whether it’s not having to wear as much make-up or simply just feeling like our best selves, the benefits of having a freshly bronzed glow can’t be underestimated. At this
I Have Tried Countless Dry Shampoos and This Is the Only One That Actually Works
May 14, 2020 at 10:00AM My hair is seriously fine and poker-straight. The only hint of texture that my hair naturally possesses is as a result of years of bleach damage to the ends. Because of this, I am forever looking for ways to add some more life and texture to my
For the Past 5 Summers, I’ve Bought My Boho Dresses From This Store
May 14, 2020 at 06:20AM The first sign of sunshine and I turn into a hippy. Are you the same? If floaty, printed, slightly retro midi and maxi dresses become your go-to, then we likely will share the same taste in summer shopping destinations. So listen up, because I’m about
21 Tops That Will Make Your Leggings Feel Fancy
May 14, 2020 at 06:12AM Is it just us, or are there a lot of top shots on our Instagram feeds right now? Possibly because the world is making more conference calls than ever, or it could be because the vast majority of us have been wearing leggings on our bottom
This “Boring” Dress Is Now Summer’s #1 Buy
May 14, 2020 at 06:07AM Fashion decrees that everyone should own at least one little black dress, but there’s an equally viable case to be made for the little white dress. Not that it has to be little (especially if you’re wearing your LWD in the city rather than at
7 Chic Scandi Influencers on the Outfits They’re Wearing at Home
May 14, 2020 at 06:06AM You only have to look as far as Copenhagen Fashion Week to realise Scandinavian women are icons when it comes to personal style. Known for their bold use of colour, daring outfit combinations and overall statement-making looks, there’s a unique sensibility that comes with the Scandinavian aesthetic. Given
Why I Think Nostalgia Is the Future of the Fashion Industry
May 14, 2020 at 06:00AM When I was growing up, we had what we called the memories box, a huge travel case packed full of childhood paraphernalia and family mementos dating back to long before I was born. I used to love spending hours rummaging in its depths, inexorably drawn
26 Simple Summer Pieces That Will Make Getting Dressed Easier
May 14, 2020 at 06:00AM Whatever happens over the next few months, this summer is bound to be different from all others—but regardless of what our summer plans look like, as the weather gets hotter we always gravitate towards simpler, easy-to-style items. So we’ve looked through hundreds of collections to
The Minimalist Staples I’m Buying From COS This Summer
May 14, 2020 at 06:00AM Simple, timeless and irresistibly minimalist, there is something so timely about COS’s spring/summer collection. Of course, the brand has been championing the stripped-back aesthetic long before it was on-trend, but over the last few months, we can’t deny that over many other high-street brands, it
These Are the 12 Most Perfect Red Nail Polishes, According to Our Editors
May 13, 2020 at 06:00PM Whether you’re a burgundy gal, a true red devotee or someone who is more partial to a pinky shade of raspberry, it’s fair to say that red is the most classic nail colour there is. In our experience, it also seems to be a particular favourite of the
8 Types of Underwear to Invest in Before You’re 30
May 13, 2020 at 02:00PM We try not to be too prescriptive when it comes to fashion here at Who What Wear, whether that’s in relation to the shoe trends spiking on the runways or the rogue bikini trend proliferating on Instagram. Of course, we’ll never turn down a good
17 Eye Creams That Actually Work on Dark Circles
May 13, 2020 at 11:00AM Of all the questions that I’m asked as a beauty editor, how to actually get rid of dark circles has to be up there as one of the most widespread enquiries. From my teenage sister whose laidback approach to studying often results in all-nighters spent
Trust Monikh—3 Expensive-Looking Pieces She’s Just Found On the High Street
May 13, 2020 at 10:18AM There are hundreds of thousands of influencers in the social ether, but only a handful who we religiously stalk in order to virtually steal the clothes off their backs. Our primary target is Monikh—the London-based styling and shopping guru who seeks out the very coolest
Everything an Expert Wants You to Know About Looking After Afro Hair at Home
May 13, 2020 at 09:30AM Trying to keep on top of any kind of normal beauty routine right now is more or less impossible. Nail bars have shut shop, who knows when spa breaks will be a feasible weekend option again and, perhaps most importantly, hair salons far and wide are
The 12 Specific Beauty Products I Buy From & Other Stories
May 13, 2020 at 06:30AM Take a quick glance through my wardrobe and you’ll be able to tell straight away that I’m a fan of & Other Stories. While I am by no means a fashion connoisseur, I do know that as a retailer, it does a rather great job of
Trust Me—These Brands Will Be Huge in 2020
May 13, 2020 at 06:16AM A brand-new decade only began a few months ago, and already the world has changed so significantly, it’s hard not to contemplate what the rest of 2020 might have in store. Will we be able to see our friends again? Will we ever return to
How to Stay in Your Loungewear All Day and Still Feel Chic
May 13, 2020 at 06:11AM If all you want to do right now is roll yourself up lengthways in a duvet and just lie there in a cosy cocoon, rest assured the Who What Wear team feels the same. But getting dressed can also be important for your mood and general well-being when
I Just Found 19 Stylish Staples at Topshop
May 13, 2020 at 06:00AM When hunting for good basics, Topshop might not be your first point of call, as it’s generally known for its cutting-edge, bright-young-thing appeal. It took me a fair few years to realise that below the surface, it offers an impressive groundwork of stylish staples. And
These Sandals Were Sold Out Everywhere Last Year and They’re Finally in Stock
May 13, 2020 at 05:00AM Sandal brand Arizona Love popped up on my radar last year when I spotted a steady stream of Instagram influencers wearing the printed trek sandals. Jessie Bush, Erica Davies and our very own Who What Wear columnist Monikh were all spotted wearing the shoes. There was only one problem:
Prediction: 7 Summer Trends That Are About to Blow Up
May 13, 2020 at 04:13AM While we’re still in the middle of spring, I’m mentally already fast-forwarding to summer. Don’t get me wrong—I love to layer up in coats and boots, but I pretty much live for warm-weather style, so summer is where my wardrobe really shines. After all, I grew up in
Stacey Dooley Has Created the Chicest Capsule Wardrobe for You
May 12, 2020 at 05:22PM She’s known for her dance-floor prowess and hard-hitting presenting skills, but Stacey Dooley has proven time and time again that one of her biggest talents is outfit curation. With an eye for sleek casual finds, she’s fast become our off-duty style muse, and her latest array
How to Turn Your Desk Into a Stylish Working Haven
May 12, 2020 at 02:20PM A desk is so much more than a workspace. It’s a place to channel your creative energy, a place to feel inspired and a place to reflect on your achievements as you set yourself new goals. Which is why we think your desk and home