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20 ‘70s Hairstyles to Try This Fall, from Funky to Sleek
All things ‘70s are back in a big way—including the hair. We’ve noticed more and more ‘70s-style hair flicks, curls, and long boho-inspired looks on the runways, all the while more celebs have embraced feathery layers and free-spirited chops. Take Matilda Djerf’s cascade of layers, Roz’s Cali-cool canyon waves, or Miley Cyrus’s big hair moment at the Grammys a few years back as proof: the decade has been calling, and we’re welcoming it back into our lives with open arms.
If You Have a Round Face, These 40 Hairstyles Are for You
Characterized by curves rather than angles, round-face shapes are often considered youthful and sweet. The rounder chin and wide cheekbones can give the illusion of eternal youth, something many of us spend many pretty pennies to achieve. While rounded faces aren’t limited in complementary hairstyles, there are some that can help create more definition and provide balance by elongating the face.
Growing Out Your Hair Is Prime Time For Fun Styles—Here Are 33 to Try Original
@mararoszak / Instagram A dramatic hair transformation isn't for the faint of heart, but growing it out is sometimes even more of a hassle than the change itself. Having done our fair share of transitioning through challenging hair choices, we can fully empathize with the trials of styling those in the middle strands until they grow out completely. Thankfully, there are numerous styling tips that experts swear by, which help their clients during the process.
How to Use Clarifying Shampoo Correctly—And When You Need it Most, According to Experts Original
Stocksy Clarifying shampoos remove buildup and residues from products and minerals, making hair cleaner and more manageable. To avoid dryness, especially in curly hair, use clarifying shampoos sparingly and follow with a deep conditioner. Frequent use of clarifying shampoos can cause hair dye to fade faster, so use them sparingly on colored strands. Clarifying shampoos are an important addition to your hair care routine.
Strapless-Bra Season Is Here, and These 7 Are Worth Your Boobs' Time
I visited some of the biggest and most trusted lingerie shops to see what would fit me and what would stay put. Before all that, however, I also spoke to one lingerie expert on how to find the correct strapless bra. Eloise Rigby owns The Pantry Underwear shop in Islington, which caters to cups from A to K and is launching the first underwear department in Liberty. She gave me a few helpful rules to stick to. 1. Go for one back size smaller than usual.
I've Worked It Out: This Is How French Women Always Style Jeans
If I know anything about fashion, it's that jeans will always be the ultimate staple pair of pants. They're what you reach for when you think you've got nothing else to wear, when you're going on a night out, and when you're just meeting friends in the park. They are also the one type of pants I see French women wear on repeat. The thing is les françaises seem to know exactly how to make jeans look chic.
5 Leather Jacket Styles That Will Never Get Old
The best leather jackets can be found in many places. They are the ultimate jacket for looking super cool when you need to take your outfit from zero to 100. No matter what the trend climate may dictate, but the right one will also get better with age. Remember that the best leather jackets get softer, but they retain their shape. (Although, leather does stretch a little after the first few wears, so buy a snug size if you want a close fit.) Naturally, finding The One is hard—it's a commitment.
'80s Fashion Is Back—These Were the Most Iconic Looks at the Time
When it comes to '80s fashion, we have a (surprising) amount to be thankful for. While the decade hasn't influenced our wardrobes for a long time, in recent months, we've come to the realization that all the most current trends today are courtesy of the '80s. And if you're sitting there with a raised eyebrow, it's worth noting that at the end of last year, the trend had seen an 87% increase on Pinterest.
All of the '90s Fashion Trends That Have (and Haven't) Made a Comeback
The resurgence of '90s fashion has resulted in a truly mixed bag of emotions. While the '90s can be credited with providing us with now-favorable 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'd happily revisit time and again.
Decoding Y2K Fashion Trends: Here's What Actually Looks Good 20 Years Later
Photo: Getty Images Strings are back this season, including the G-string (but not as you know it). Here, Lucy Liu is wearing what looks like a lace-up jumpsuit. Today, it's all about flashing a hint of this—see Jacquemus's latest collection.
8 Cold-Weather Outfits That Will Bring You Joy This November
If the recent past has taught us anything, it's that you need to squeeze as much joy as possible out of your daily activities. Right now, that probably means doing things like making your favourite dinners on repeat and lighting your favourite candle to cosy into the darker evenings. For me, it also means wearing clothing that actually makes me happy. For example, on days when my energy feels depleted, I like to reach for an oversize red cardigan that's just as cosy as it is fun.
Don't Fight It: This Y2K Jeans Trend Is Officially Back
People got really hyped up about Y2K. It was the turn of the century, you could finally listen to that Prince song and mean it, plus there was a lot of talk about how there was a computer bug that was going to turn everything off at the stroke of midnight, as our PCs wouldn’t be able to understand the switch from 1999 to 2000. While programming disasters were (mostly) averted, I can’t say the same for fashion. Y2K was a particular sort of era.
I've Worked It Out: This Is How French Women Always Style Jeans
If I know anything about fashion, it's that jeans will always be the ultimate staple pair of trousers. They're what you reach for when you think you've got nothing else to wear, when you're going on a night out and when you're just meeting friends in the park. They are also the one type of trousers I see French women wear on repeat. The thing is les françaisesseem to know exactly how to make jeans look chic.
Instagram's Best Dressed Influencers Just Told Me What They're Buying for Winter
It's a fair assumption that I'm a big fan of clothing, in general, working in fashion and all that. But even though my occupation involves looking at a lot of products every day, I still miss some real zingers. I am but one woman, after all. That's why, then, I find Instagram such a treasure trove for discovering new brands and new stylish people to follow for tricks, tips and ideas on how to get dressed.
10 Years Later, Every Fashion Editor Still Wants to Own This Iconic Jumper
You can forgive us for wanting to talk about knitwear incessantly right now. After a fairly lacklustre summer (save for that one week of really good weather), we're very much looking forward to all the great jumper, sweater and cardigan outfit options that are out there. Of course, there are some classics that we go back to over and over. A black roll-neck? Absolutely. A cardi you can belt? You better believe it.
Sacré Bleu! Zara Just Dropped the Coolest French Capsule Collection
Bonjour, mes amies. Today is a good day because not only do we have Zara news, we have a double whammy of French style news too. Two incredible fashion forces have come together to give us the ultimate chic collaboration: Charlotte Gainsbourg's denim collection for Zara. You read that right, the cool offspring of Jane Birkin and Serge Gainsbourg has designed a capsule range for the high-street mega brand, and we think you're going to love it.
A Lingerie Expert Just Told Me This Is the Comfy Bra Style Women Want Right Now
I’ve regularly scoffed at those proclaiming they’ve given up bras for good due to the pandemic. As someone who often sleeps in a bra (I am DD+), I find it much more comfortable to have support. Despite my own personal views, however, I think it’s fair to say that there’s a revolution of sorts going on when it comes to lingerie, particularly when it comes to bras. Over the past year and a half, for obvious reasons, we’ve spent a lot more time assessing our comfort levels.
4 Vintage Shopping Experts Just Told Me What's on Their Wish Lists
I get it—secondhand and vintage shopping isn't for everyone, but for me is a real treat. The bargains I've found: from a £15 Aquascutum jacket to a £110 classic Burberry trench coat, as well as an embroidered cardigan French influencer and founder of Rouje, Jeanne Damas complimented me on. Not to mention the pieces of vintage sportswear I wear religiously and a checked shirt I bought for £3 from the Salvation Army charity shop, which I still wear 11 years on.
How to Shop for Vintage Jeans, According to an Expert
Second-hand shopping has never been more popular, and vintage jeans are one of the biggest categories people are searching for. According to the Business of Fashion, "Before the pandemic hit, the resale market was on track to double from $24 billion in 2019 to $51 billion by 2024. … This growth may very well accelerate." Overall, retro items are clearly in demand, but there's something about denim that attracts people even more. It shouldn't be surprising.
The H&M Studio Collection Just Dropped-Here Are the 21 Pieces We Rate
Readers, listen up. H&M’s been at it again. Yep, the high-street megastore has created a whole new Studio line, and this time, it’s for autumn/winter 2021. Much like the previous collections, this has a more directional approach than the main line’s items. This season’s inspiration seems to come from ’80s power dressing, so expect oversized shoulders, maximalist suiting and bold, bright colours. Oranges, blues and browns are the predominant hues throughout, but there are flashes of white, too.
No One Believes I Found This Cool £13 Top From Marks and Spencer
What is behind our continued obsession with tie-dye? And when I say "our," I mean everyone, not just the fashion crowd. While the trend might have exploded on the runways a few seasons ago (Dior, Proenza Schouler and Versace, to name a few), it wasn't until we hit the first lockdown that the trend suddenly became the print du jour, with online global shopping platform Lyst reporting a huge increase in searches for the print last year.
I've Spent Hours Hunting Down the Best Sustainable Buys for Every Budget
Sustainability is on the minds of everyone in fashion right now. For most of us, our consideration of where and how our clothes are made has only been heightened by the COVID-19 pandemic. In March last year, the fashion industry was completely turned on its head. London Fashion Week has mostly existed in a digital format for the past year. Saint Laurent also announced that it will no longer be taking part in the Paris Fashion Week schedule, preferring to dictate its own show timetable.
French Women Were Right All Along: This Is the Best Dress Trend Ever
The knitted dress trend has been back in a seriously big way in 2021. You might not have realised this, of course, 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 women have been nailing for ever. When it comes to knitted dresses en France, les françaises are more likely to opt for a fitted version. No saggy, loose-fitting sacks for our friends across the channel, thank you very much.
The 5 Sneakers We'll All Want to Wear in 2022
Despite the fact that sneakers are a bona fide fashion item, when it comes to future trainer trends, the runway isn't always a good indicator of what's coming up, as this item tends to get more of a back seat from most of the big designers. For that reason, I decided to speak to an insider about the biggest sneaker trends we can expect to see for 2022.
I Looked Through Every High-Street Store to Find 32 of the Best Knitwear Pieces
There's no doubt that this summer has lacked a certain oomph. From the dismal weather (except for those three days of sunshine) to extortionate holiday prices in the UK, I think I can speak for everyone when I say good riddance, British summer. While I haven't had as much wear out of my Arizona Love leopard-print sandals as I would have liked, there's a bright fashion spot on the horizon: knitwear. And what an offering there is already available to us on the high street.
I Can't Believe I'm Saying This, But I'm Really Into Quilted Vests Right Now
I have long associated quilted vests with the posh boys at university who wore them over their rugby shirts with red trousers and boat shoes (if this image resonates with you, then it’s because you know it to be highly accurate). While I mean no disrespect to this way of dressing, it was and is perhaps completely different in every way to my own personal style. And, if I’m being honest, I’ve always found it lacking in terms of being, well, cool.
I Hate Skinny Jeans, so I'm Very Into These Gen Z Denim Trends
Ah, Gen Z. The generation that's coined the term cheugy, likes to do a strange frozen-honey challenge on TikTok and reminds millennials that skinny jeans are absolutely not the style to wear right now. For clarification, I haven't worn my drainpipes for some time. I have a pair of the Topshop Jonis stashed in my wardrobe, which I will never part with (just in case), but other than that, I've always been a fan of a looser fit.
25 Perfect Autumn Wedding Guest Dresses That I've Bookmarked
Last year, weddings were practically non-existent. Plenty of couples who had their nuptials planned over 2020 had to cancel or reschedule. But in 2021, weddings are back, which means invitations are starting to roll in and are even stacking up for next year. If you're starting to plan and hunt for wedding guest looks, this is where we step in, as we've looked through the thousands of dresses available on the high street and from designers.
Hands Down, These Are the Best-Ever Sex and the City Outfits
If I were to try my hand at analysing the reasons why Sex and the City still holds so much sway over our wardrobes, I'd say it's because, thanks to Patricia Field's genius styling, the outfits remain incredibly relevant. No matter how long ago the show started and ended, there are plenty of great looks that hold up today. As a huge fan of the show, I still remember some of the best looks from the six seasons. That's how groundbreaking I found the fashion.
Decoding Y2K Fashion Trends: Here's What Actually Looks Good 20 Years Later
I'm old enough to remember Y2K fashion the first time around. I can still vividly recall the cowl-neck black top I wore with my knee-length stonewash denim skirt and a choker for New Year's Eve 1999. I loved that outfit at the time, and 14-year-old me was very happy about it, but I know there isn't much from it I'd wear today. However, thanks to Tik Tok and the fact that the 2000s were 20 years ago, there is a current revival going on of everything related to Y2K fashion.
COS, Mango and Arket Have So Many Expensive-Looking Bags
There is nothing I love more than finding an item of clothing or accessory that looks pricer than it really is. I like to think of my ability to spot these pieces very easily as a bit of a superpower. Rather helpfully, the high street is nailing it right now when it comes to affordable but expensive-looking accessories. Three stores in particular—COS, Mango and Arket—all stock totes, clutches and crossbody bags that look way more expensive than their prices. I'd argue they even look designer.
The Best T-Shirt Brands for Ultra-Plain, Super-Chic Crew-Necks
Hunting down the best T-shirt brands is like searching for the holy grail of fashion. Such is the importance of the quest for many fashion lovers. Here at Who What Wear, we're always being asked where you can find perfect tees to add to your wardrobe staples. But first off, it's worth reminding ourselves of the requirements that make an incredible T-shirt. For starters, they should fall just right—not too clingy and not too loose (unless you're after the oversized look).
6 Ankle-Boot Trends That Are Going to Wow Everyone This Season
Like taxes and jogging bottoms in lockdown, ankle boots come autumn are a sure thing. This particular piece of footwear is a cornerstone of colder-weather wardrobes and for good reason. Choose carefully, and you'll live in them for the whole of this winter and the next one too. Scratch that—you'll wear them all year, even on those chilly spring and summer days. If you haven't quite made a decision on which ankle boots you'll be investing in this year, then allow us to help.
Zoë Kravitz Keeps Wearing This Basic Summer Outfit, and It Works Every Time
Hats off to Zoë Kravitz. While she doesn't often get spotted out and about, when she does show up every now and again, she manages to wow us, even with the plainest of outfits. What's her secret? Well, dear reader, it all comes down to this: simplicity. Over the years, we've analysed the star's outfits, and she never makes it fussy or over-the-top. She keeps it simple whether it's a bejewelled bra and black skirt for the Vanity Fair Oscar Party or just an oversized shirt and jeans.
6 Summer Outfits That Actually Look Perfect with Leggings
Let's be clear about one thing when it comes to leggings: they're either a smart item or something that's incredible casual—there doesn't seem to be an in between. Save that scary moment in 2004 when we all wore leggings under dresses with peep-toe shoes, leggings are really in one camp or the other. But that's not a bad thing.
I've Analysed It, and This Is the French-Girl Summer Uniform
Before you read anything, I think you need to know that what we imagine to be French summer style is a bit of a cliché, and you know what? I'm okay with that. There is a lot that I love about French fashion. It's elegant, classic, and a little bit sassy, but it's not known for being experimental. And who says that you need to be completely out-there when it comes to your summer wardrobe? If it ain't broke, and all that.
Alexa Chung Wore the Most "Fashion" Wimbledon Outfit We’ve Ever Seen
Big celebrity events have been few and far between thanks to Covid. And I, for one, have missed the glamour. But thanks to Wimbledon, we've had a few sightings to placate those of us who are hungry for some A-list action.
Kate Middleton Just Wore Another Piece We Can't Believe She Found in Zara
If you're a regular reader of Who What Wear, you're probably well acquainted with Kate Middleton's wardrobe. She dresses pretty classically, but occasionally she'll surprise us with something a bit different (case in point: this chic outfit with Warehouse and Chanel). The list of the designers she often turns to is pretty definite: often Alexander McQueen and Jenny Packham and occasionally Erdem, Emilia Wickstead and Roksanda. But it's not just the more expensive end of the spectrum she's a fan of.
How to Wear Jeans, According to This 66-Year-Old Former Vogue Editor
If you love fashion and in particular French fashion, then you'll know who Carine Roitfeld is. Esteemed editor of Vogue Paris for a decade, she then went on to found CR her eponymous fashion magazine and continues to be held up as a bastion of classic Parisian styling. She is often photographed during fashion weeks wearing her signature formfitting outfits; usually a pencil skirt with a matching jacket or in a chic tux with a hint of a lacy camisole underneath.
Believe Me When I Say New Look Is Doing Some Fantastic Summer Dresses
At Who What Wear, we spend a lot of time hunting down the pieces we know you'll love. Come summer, our readers tend to gravitate towards dresses, which means we can take hours just pinning down the right kinds of frocks. Whether the dresses are high street or designer, mini, midi or maxi, every one we feature on the site has to pass the test—we must genuinely love it and imagine wearing it ourselves. Today, we've rediscovered the dresses over at New Look.
K-Mids Just Wore an Amazing Pair of Jeans-and They're & Other Stories
We love it when Kate Middleton breaks out of what we usually see her in. For as long as we can remember, the Duchess of Cambridge has been solidly dedicated to her dark skinny jeans (a true millennial). In fact, we can't recall a time when she's worn jeans that weren't skinny. But today is a new day that has brought us the DoC in a pair of slim-fit straight-leg blue jeans, and we're here for it. Even more so because they come from & Other Stories at an affordable price of £65.
The Autumn 2021 Trends That Are In, According to 5 Gen Z Fashion Experts
Gen Z hasn’t just made us self-conscious of our side-partings, it's also made us embarrassed of our skinny jeans and brought us the word ‘cheugy’ (Google it, if you dare go down that hole). But it's not all negative, this up-and-coming generation is also more politically active and socially conscious and has some big thoughts on fashion, especially when it comes to sustainability.
20 Summer Midi Skirts That You'll Wear All Year Round
Yawn if you must, but fashion editors love pieces that are versatile. Especially right now, with an emphasis on ensuring our wardrobes are as sustainable as possible, we want our hero items to go that extra mile. One such item for me is the midi skirt. I've spoken before about how I'm not usually a skirt person, but if I had to choose one to wear most often, it would be the midi skirt. It's the best length for me, as I'm 5'3'', and it falls just above my ankle.
Well Done, H&M-I Want Everything From Your Latest Summer Drop
I love a good bit of minimalism in the summer. Don't get me wrong. I'm not averse to bright colours, but there's something so chic about wearing muted tones in the heat. This year, as I won't be heading overseas or to anywhere that actually has hot weather (thanks, British summer), I want to pretend I'll be on the beaches of Ibiza or the Cote d'Azur, and H&M's latest summer collection is going to help me do just that.
I’m Under 5’3’’ and These Are the Petite Staples I Swear By
I remember the first time I was mistaken for a child but I was an adult. I was travelling on a bus to job at the time, and the bus driver asked me what school trip I was going on, assuming I was part of the gaggle of kids on the same bus. Reader, I was 21. For that reason for a long time, I bemoaned my 5'3'' height. I hated that I had to ask people to reach things for me in shops and that I'd still get ID'd well into my 20s.
Daisy Lowe on Date-Night Dressing, Smart Shopping and Wireless Bras
Daisy Lowe makes up a particular part of the British fashion crowd. Mates with Alexa Chung and Nick Grimshaw as well as everyone else belonging to that pack, she's always spotted on the front rows of the coolest runway shows such as that of her pal, designer Ashley Williams. The model has been working since she was 2 (yes, really!) and has racked up quite the CV, which includes being selected to model for Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld and securing major gigs for Marc Jacobs and Topshop.
I Have Over 20 Pairs of Jeans, But I Didn't See This Trend Coming
I really love jeans. While I'm not about to change my name to Levi Strauss, I do own around 20 pairs, which is probably quite a lot. But in my defence, they make up the majority of my wardrobe, and half of the pairs have been in there for a long time—from the skinny Topshop Joni's I keep just in case (no matter how "cheugy" they are) to a pair of boyfriend jeans I snapped up in a sale for a tenner 10 years ago which I still wear today.
From M&S to Mango, These Are the 19 Affordable Summer Sandals I Rate
I'm lodging a complaint with whoever is in charge of the summer weather because the rain is now officially Out of Hand™. After the past couple of weeks of pretty much nonstop pouring, I'm now frustrated that I'm unable to wear the sandals I had planned for the foreseeable months. While there's little I can do, I've decided that I'm going to dress for the weather we deserve and not the weather we have, which means eyeing up all the affordable sandals that are around right now.
5 Minimalist Influencers Just Told Me What They Want to Wear This Summer
Recently, there's been a lot of talk about dressing joyfully, and I've been very much on board with this sentiment. After over a year of pretty much being on lockdown and wearing joggers, it's only natural that we're gravitating towards bright pops of colours and fun patterns to remerge as social butterflies for dinners, brunches and the pub. But we shouldn't overlook those basics that continue to make up the staple of our wardrobes—joy can be found under many guises.
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