Month: January 2022

Let’s talk lingerie trends. Currently on deck for 2021 are a few fresh styles I’m personally excited about, such as boy shorts and boxers. But if classic staples are more your speed or you’re just curious about the lingerie items that will stand the test of time, look no further than lace pieces. Lace lingerie, specifically lace underwear, is one of those items I’m convinced will never go “out” no matter how many trend reports may come and go. It’s more of a basic, but a delightful and delicate basic at that.

Right now, I’m all about updating those “special basics” throughout my closet. I have my eye on a number of pretty lace pieces that I think will make great additions to my top drawer. The only hitch is that there are a dizzying number of options out there. Search “lace underwear” into any retailer’s search bar, and I guarantee you’ll be flooded with a ton of hits, so I’m streamlining the process and highlighting the prettiest pieces in every underwear type, from thongs to briefs to boy shorts. Scroll down to shop the best lace underwear in every category.

Next up, shop the best lingerie brands, period.

In the fast-paced fashion industry, it can often feel like there’s a glaring lens always refocusing on what’s youthful and new. But here at Who What Wear, we’re inspired by women of every age, which is why we figured it was high time to give a few of our favorite over-50 trendsetters a little love. These bloggers and Instagram stars have carved their own niches by staying true to their unique senses of style and by mixing trends with styles they’ve kept in their arsenals over time.

While these eight style makers are by no means the only older women who can teach us a thing or two about style (hello, Iris Apfel), following along in their fashion journeys has taught us a thing or two about our own fashion inclinations. Just take one peek at these eight awesome trendsetters, and you’ll see what we mean. Read on for a look at eight inspiring women and then shop pieces for women of every age.

Next, The Coolest Fashion People to Follow in Every Age Group

I don’t know about y’all, but my skin has been drier than usual this year—especially my hands. No matter how much hand cream I slather on, it never seems to be enough, and my cuticles and nails are suffering the consequences. (Yes, my nail beds suck.) And even though this happens to some degree every winter, it seems to be worse than ever this year. 

“Hands become more prone to dryness in the winter due to the lack of moisture in the air,” explains Dendy Engelman, MD, FACMS, FAAD, board-certified cosmetic dermatologist and Mohs surgeon at the Shafer Clinic in New York City. “When the temperature begins to drop, the air becomes drier and harsher, which in turn weakens the skin barrier and pulls moisture from vulnerable skin. This often leads to dry, flaking, cracked hands.” And thanks to all of the additional safety measures we’re taking during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, our hands are losing even more moisture than usual. From washing our hands more often to all that sanitizer, they need more TLC than ever.

Below, Engelman shares her tips to help combat all these factors for soft, hydrated hands 365 days a year.

First and foremost, actually use all those hand creams you stocked up on. “Applying moisturizer to your hands throughout the day, especially after washing, will not only help soothe dryness but also prevent it from occurring in the first place,” explains Engelman.

If hand cream just isn’t cutting it, consider a mask. “Overnight hand masks are a great way to treat dry hands,” says the derm. “You can do this at home by applying rich, more occlusive creams or ointments (look for ingredients like shea butter, hyaluronic acid and ceramides) then covering them with gloves or socks while you sleep.” 

The dermatologist also recommends using a humidifier to control the moisture levels in your air. “During the winter months, the air is very dry both outside and inside your living spaces,” says Engelman. “Running a clean humidifier like the Canopy Humidifier improves the quality of your skin and makes your home a more comfortable place to be by adding moisture into the air and keeping your space at an optimal humidity level (40% to 60%).”

Depending on how cold it is where you live, you might not need a reminder, but just in case: “Because we are always using our hands, the skin of our hands is some of the most exposed on our whole bodies and, as a result, tends to suffer the most in winter,” says Engelman. “Washing your hands frequently can also strip your hands of their natural oils, worsening dryness. Gloves are a great way to mitigate damage.”

Like the skin on the rest of our bodies, our hands benefit from gentle exfoliation. Just be careful not to overdo it: If you get regular manicures, you might already be getting scrubbed down enough—so listen to your skin, and only exfoliate when you need to

Up next: According to Nail Experts, Winter Will Revolve Around These 8 Trends

Everyone who knows me knows that I am somewhat of a knitwear hoarder. I’ve been known to wear nothing else between the months of October and April, so I’m definitely a bit of an expert at discovering the coolest knits each season. My most recent obsession? Mock-neck sweaters—and for good reason.

I actually can’t think of a time when wearing a mock-neck sweater wouldn’t be a good idea. They always work beautifully as a base layer under my selection of warm puffer coats thanks to the fact that their collars have a bit of a lower rise when compared to a traditional turtleneck. They also look great worn over a thin ribbed turtleneck for added warmth when it gets really cold.

If you’re ready to bundle up in a few of the coziest sweaters imaginable, keep scrolling for 30 of the best mock-neck sweaters out there.

Next Up: I Can’t Stop Thinking About These 8 Winter Knitwear Trends

If you read Who What Wear on the reg, you know that lately there has been a seemingly endless string of “complicated” lingerie trend to try out. While I’m all for experimenting with the most out-there trends and generally embrace being “extra,” there’s still one part of my wardrobe that likes to stick to the classics, and that’s my lingerie drawer. No matter which bra and underwear styles I come across while shopping, I always find myself gravitating toward classic lingerie trends over fleeting ones. (Yes, underwear styles go through the same trend cycles as clothes and shoes do.)

To find out which lingerie trends are virtually immortal, I reached out to a person who knows about lingerie probably better than anyone: Victoria’s Secret Angel Martha Hunt. Between walking the in VS Fashion Show and modeling for the brand nonstop, she’s seen and tested out her fair share of lingerie trends, and she shared with me which six she thinks will always be in style. From the everlasting prints to the colors and materials to stock up on, keep reading to find out which lingerie trends will really never die, according to Hunt.

“Whether you are showing off your bra straps or pajama dressing, I think showing off your lingerie will never go out of style.”

“They’re so versatile. You can wear them under sheer dresses, jeans, blazers. There are so many different ways you can style a bodysuit. They’ll never go out of style.”

“Whether it is animal print or polka dots, prints in lingerie will always be in style. VS has printed pj pants and panties that I love!”

“It doesn’t matter if it is a lace bodysuit or lace trim on a bra. Lace is so classic to lingerie.”

“Colorful lingerie will never go out of style. It is an easy way to refresh your wardrobe each season.”

“Embellishments on lingerie, such as shine details or studs—these details make your lingerie exciting to wear and show off.”

This post was published on an earlier date and has since been updated. Next up, check out the three best bras ever according to real women.