Month: June 2019

We don’t consider ourselves lemmings in the slightest when it comes to fashion. We know what we like, and can pick and choose which trends are best suited for our respective wardrobes (we assume the same for you). That said, there are a select few individuals who have a bit more, say, influence over how we view our wardrobes. Chalk it up to their decades of experience, exceptional taste, and impeccable foresight that causes us to listen extra hard to what they have to say. One of these individuals, you may have guessed, is Anna Wintour.

We don’t have to provide much context here as to why we listen to Wintour’s style advice; her experience speaks for itself. Though her personal aesthetic has stayed relatively the same the last 20 or so years (we could spot that bob in a crowd anywhere!), Vogue‘s editor in chief is a big proponent of fun, fresh dressing and embracing your own personal style. Ahead, we rounded up five pieces of advice from Wintour about what you should consider tossing from your wardrobe and a slew of shopping suggestions for what to replace it with.

“We’re surrounded by so many celebrities that you feel are dictated to by their stylists and dictated to by what the press may think of them, and therefore end up in a strapless fishtail sequin dress that we’ve seen 5000 times.” Read more here.

“I look at the street style pictures that are on our site and many other sites and I find them very, very inspiring and fun—and thank god they’re not all dressed in black the way they used to be. I like seeing people making such an effort and having so much fun with it.” Read more here.

“That’s what I’m inspired about when I see the street style when I see someone who doesn’t look like they came straight from the runway, who’s actually put it together with their own personal style and invention and humor and wit. I think it’s fabulous, why not?” Read more here.

“I don’t really love nylon.” Read more here.

“It’s so interesting to me how people dress when they come in for interviews. Sometimes you feel they’re wearing clothes that they just bought that morning, or maybe the night before, and not something that in any way suits their personality and who they are. I think what everyone should remember, whether they’re interviewing at Vogue or indeed anywhere, that we’re not hiring your wardrobe. Your wardrobe is not going to be doing the job for you—it’s who you are.” Watch more here.

More Anna: 5 chic-to-death trends the queen of Vogue predicted 20 years ago.

Bold (but true) statement: Jennifer Lopez never takes a bad photo. Granted, she’s been famous for over 20 years and thus has had plenty of practice, but her photo-taking skills are quite impressive nonetheless. She doesn’t just put her photogenic tricks to use on the red carpet—there are plenty of Instagram selfies and paparazzi photos that show she clearly knows what she’s doing.

Given that we cover J.Lo’s looks quite a lot (you guys love her), we look at dozens of photos of her on a weekly basis. As a result, we’re up on the photogenic tricks she’s kept in her back pocket for years. And just as we did for Blake Lively, Kendall Jenner, Meghan Markle, and Gigi Hadid, we’re sharing our findings with you so that you, too, can look ridiculously amazing in selfies, weddings, photo booths, and action shots.

Keep scrolling to see the 11 photogenic tricks Lopez has mastered and shop pieces she’s constantly photographed in.

Next up, four swimsuit trends that are J.Lo-approved.

Remember when I made my mom share her take on the best fashion items worth investing in? Not surprisingly, her advice was a hit you all (just as it’s been for myself and my sisters all our lives), which is why I figured I’d pry some more intel out of her on a new topic. This time, the woman of few words but much good taste (whose name, by the way, is Shirin) gave us the scoop on her favorite brands for buying basics—a topic which, actually, seemed quite fitting, seeing as I also have an affinity for the simple yet crucial wardrobe staples.

Nonetheless, from Gap and Zara to Chanel and Proenza Schouler, she’s got something for the under-$100 shoppers, the investment buyers, and, of course, those who are somewhere in the middle. To see and shop all 12 of the brands that made the cut, just keep scrolling.

Up next? Four surprising summer trends these London girls are into.

Not to sound too dramatic, but the new arrivals we just dropped at Target are definitely worth dropping whatever it is you’re doing at the moment to shop. In case you didn’t already know, we drop a fresh collection at the top of every month, and if you’re just discovering our line today, then simply keep on scrolling to see and shop every glorious new piece.

From the bright new It color all the fashion girls are wearing to the easiest summer dresses you can throw on with sneakers, sandals, and everything else, our collection for June is filled with everything you’ll ever really want to wear for the next 78 days (aka all summer long). If you’re familiar with our line, you’ll know that everything from the collection is (as always) available in sizes XS to 4X and under $60 (err, under $50, in the case of this drop).

Ready to usher in some new warm-weather pieces to your wardrobe? Scroll down to see and shop all the trends in our new arrivals for June or head to Target stores to check out the designs in person.

Next, see the affordable pants that women across the U.S. are skipping their jeans for.

What, exactly, are the must-buy pieces you’ll spot in fashion girls’ summer wardrobes this season? As an editor with a constant eye on the latest outfits among the fashion set and new arrivals at retailers, I have some predictions. While summer hasn’t arrived yet, there are already some key trends that have emerged on the fashion scene that are set to be big for the season ahead.

For starters, there is a shoe trend that is about to take over. We’re seeing a version of the popular strappy heels in a flat-sandal silhouette that is more practical for vacation wardrobes than its taller counterparts. Other essential accessories like large sunglasses and silk headbands are replacing last year’s trends like tiny sunglasses and bucket hats. Go on for the full list of this summer’s must-own trends, as well as my edit of pieces to add to your wardrobe now.

Ah, summer—the season of weekend BBQs, lazing by the pool, Friday afternoons off, paperless post invitations, and a uniform comprised of easy, breezy dresses. Right now we have summer outfits on our mind and whether you’re going to a summer wedding or a casual day at the beach—a chic and easy summer frock will get you through every occasion on your google calendar. So what dress trends are all the cool girls wearing this season? From polka dots to statement sleeves, and cult brands such as Rixo and Faithfull the Brand, below we’re highlighting the styles, silhouettes, and brands, the fashion crowd is loving right now for the warm season ahead. Get ready to live in these dress trends in the months ahead.

Up next: I tried on 21 dresses from Reformation, Topshop, and Zara—these 10 made the cut.

By the time you reach your 40s, you’ve most likely checked off a few boxes. First, you’ve honed in on your personal style and taste. Next, you know which pieces and trends you like and which ones you don’t. Finally, you fully grasp the importance of feeling comfortable—after all, comfort equals confidence, right? With that in mind, it’s only fitting that for many women over 40, sneakers remain a mainstay in their wardrobes. 

Thankfully, in the last five or so years, we’ve seen a huge spike in the sneakers trend. Cult classics like Converse, Adidas, Nike, and so on have resurfaced in addition to to indie labels with cool silhouettes (Veja, Feit, Common Projects) popping up. There are even designer iterations—who would’ve thought we’d see a Valentino or Balenciaga sneaker rise in popularity the way they have? In other words, there are a boatload of options to choose from when it comes to sneakers and the 10 over-40 influencers ahead illustrate just how versatile they can be. Scroll down to discover which pairs they’re wearing, how they’re styling them right now, and where to shop them for yourself.

Up Next: Seriously chic over-40 women I love to follow on Instagram.

I wouldn’t call myself incredibly extravagant when it comes to my purchases, but I do have a weakness for the odd luxury. Currently, these consist of weekly blow drys at the Drybar, buying one too many Reformation dresses, and $19 Martinis at Sunset Tower Hotel. But I’ve noticed a grand portion of my paycheck disappears on luxury skincare. What can I say? I have a soft spot for $325 La Mer Soft Cream, $215 La Mer Eye Cream, $80 Eve Lom Cleanser, and $160 Dr. Barbara Sturm Face Masks. All of which strip my wallet of approximately $275 a month when I calculate how often I replenish them. (That’s $3300 a year—a business class ticket to Paris when you think of it that way.) Insert shocked face emoji here.

Curious to see if I could curb my luxury skincare kick for at least a few months (and save some major dollars for that getaway to Paris), I put Versed, our new sister skincare brand, to the test. The whole skincare range at Versed clocks in at under $20, is available to buy at Target, and prides itself on its clean, uncomplicated ingredients, and sustainably sourced, nontoxic, results-driven items—including cleansers, moisturizers, eyes creams, and oils to serums, peels, masks, and spot treatments. The cool packaging looks way more expensive than its price tag and is practically made for Instagram.

I tried and tested a selection of products catered to my dry skin. Scroll below for my thoughts and my favorites that I’m now using on repeat. (Perhaps that business class trip to Paris is closer than I think.)

Up next, our editors share their #1 beauty splurge that’s actually worth it.