I’ve been seeing celebrity hairstylist and co-owner of 454 North Salon Cervando Maldonado, ever since I landed in L.A. almost two years ago. I had just begun my career as a beauty editor for Byrdie and had some residual hair damage from cringe-worthy college wear and tear—bleaching, extensions, the like. His cosy West Hollywood salon feels like a […]
Like arguing over the pronunciation of scones and moaning about the weather, finding the perfect pair of tights is a very British preoccupation. Because, for anyone who likes wearing skirts and dresses in the winter, getting a pair that fits you is vital to ensure your legs don’t get frostbitten. Over the years, I’ve mentally created a list of brands […]
This year many of us have spent more time on the sofa and in loungewear than we could have ever imagined, but wearing PJs doesn’t mean you have to wear flannel and baggy T-Shirts and lose all sense of fun. The brand Sleeper was founded in 2014 by former fashion editors Kate Zubarieva and Asya Varetsa who […]
Though this year we were forced to put our social lives on pause, it seems our love for beauty and skincare never wavered. Who could predict Zoom make-up would become a thing? And, let’s face it, now more than ever feels like a time to treat yourself to products that make you feel a little […]
There’s something so whimsical about the onset of autumn. The air becomes crisp and leaves turn to shades of yellow, orange and red, blanketing parks and sidewalk across the country. Oftentimes, the new seasonal collections mimic this comforting shade combination as these autumnal colours have become synonymous with the season. From cosy orange knits to […]
Many of our fashion rituals have fallen by the wayside this year; our collection of high heels has entered semi-retirement, and our fancy dresses have barely left their wardrobe sanctums. There is. However, one sartorial practice that we’ve outright refused to give up, even amid lockdown, and that’s wearing beautiful jewellery. Jewellery has the power […]
Eleven years ago, I went into a Salvation Army shop and found a blue-and-white check jacket that was the perfect thickness for autumn. Either worn over jeans or with a slip skirt, it’s a piece I’ve pull out of my wardrobe over and over ever since. What I’m saying is that when you buy a […]
If you were to ask my friends to describe me in a word, they’d probably say “perfectionist.” We perfectionists tend to get a bit of a bad rap but, as far as I’m concerned, being one it also has its perks. I’m in no way competitive with others, but I am with myself, and I […]
Every fashion buyer I have spoken to this year has said their approach to 2020 is to stick to classic basics and seasonal staples, such as boots and wear-forever outerwear. This shift towards timeless, seasonless items is one that we have seen for years, however now more than ever people are making considered purchases with sustainability […]
I’m a huge fan of ’70s fashion—the era created a host of trends that still stand up today, whether you realise they’re from that time or not. Think of our current obsession with bright over-the-knee boots, folk-inspired printed dresses, velvet and corduroy, boho blouses, midi skirts and so on. While the ’70s sweeps over the […]