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Chic Critique: Is your quarter-life crisis quietly wrecking your wardrobe?

Chic Critique: Is your quarter-life crisis quietly wrecking your wardrobe?

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I’ll be the first to hold my hands up and say the dreaded quarter-life crisis hit me hard. Ever since reaching the ripe old age of 25 a year-and-a-half ago, I’ve been living under an unshakable, existential raincloud that seems to have set up a permanent camp over my head.  Thoughts about the direction of my life and the unexpected aches in my back started to spur on internal monologues daily, totally and utterly sabotaging any chance I had of becoming ‘chill’ once my frontal cortex was fully developed.  Alas, said vacuum of despair finally swallowed up my sense of style. It’s hard to admit as a fashion writer, as your style is your entire brand, but I lost sight of my personal aesthetic. It was as if a big ‘SOS’ sign was slapped onto my wardrobe.  © Getty ImagesYour mid-twenties are the prime time to toy with your style Amidst the internal carnage (my therapist says I have a habit of mentally snowballing – can’t imagine why) my previously acute sense of style was …

Victoria Beckham is bringing back bold shoulder pads for 2025

Victoria Beckham is bringing back bold shoulder pads for 2025

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According to the fashion set, 2025 is ripe with trend resurgence, including bodycon tube dresses, knitted balaclavas and leather loafers.  Just when we thought the list couldn’t get any longer this soon into the new year, Victoria Beckham has just added another to the list.  Posting to her Instagram on Sunday night, the former Spice Girl turned fashion designer gave fans a close-up of the dreamy slinky dress she wore to attend a State Banquet at Buckingham Palace back in earlier December.  © @victoriabeckhamVictoria’s dress is from her newest capsule collection The rich blackberry-hue dress in question was the ‘Circle Detail Gown’ from her namesake label and featured a floor-length hemline, long sleeves,  hip ruching detailing and a set of structured statement shoulder pads.  © @victoriabeckhamVB’s gown features a long train and ruched hip detailing It’s been a while since the fashion sphere has been treated to a good pair of shoulder pads – a style which first became popular in the 1930s, inspired by military silhouettes.  They then again rose to fame in the …

Iconic Chelsea nightclub that hosted Prince Harry set to reopen

Iconic Chelsea nightclub that hosted Prince Harry set to reopen

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“151 or ‘Bargs?” The timeless debate that ruled the conversations of Schöffel-wearing 18-year-old Chelsea locals back in 2016. Deemed a clubbing oasis in the heart of South West London by royals and socialites alike, iconic Chelsea nightclub 151 is set to reopen in the new year. Famed for welcoming the likes of Prince Harry through its crimson doors back in the day (being the Noughties), the prestigious hub closed after the Cadogan Estates refused to renew the lease following the pandemic. However, the club is set to come bouncing back under the helm of Guy Ritchie’s best man Piers Adam, who is hoping to relaunch the venue in February 2025. © GettyPrince Harry clubbing in 2011 Enticing Chelsea’s glamorous set was the club’s forte. George Michael was famously turned away from the club, while familiar faces such as Prince Edward, Prince William, James Hewitt and socialite Tara Palmer-Tomkinson were spotted living it up under its roof. 151’s guestlist expanded to stars such as Bob Geldof, who selected the club to host his 50th birthday. Prince …

Anna Wintour’s 10 best fashion moments of all time

Anna Wintour’s 10 best fashion moments of all time

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Feared and revered, Anna Wintour is at the helm of global fashion. The Vogue editor is fashion’s sphinx, sitting in her bob and sunglasses like she’s guarding the gates of chic. Dictating what is in and who’s tragically out is her bread and butter, in turn keeping the trends cycle neatly ticking over.   Anna’s career is legendary in the fashion industry, spanning more than four decades. Born in London in 1949, she began her career in journalism at Harper’s & Queen before moving to New York, where she held editorial positions at Harper’s Bazaar and Viva. Her vision and ambition quickly set her apart, and she climbed the ranks to become editor-in-chief of British Vogue in 1985. Just three years later, she took over as editor-in-chief of Vogue in the United States, a role she’s famously held since 1988. © GettyAnna Wintour and Andre Leon Talley at the Gucci fashion show at Milan Fashion Week spring/summer 2009 Her tenure transformed Vogue into a powerhouse that defines global fashion. She introduced a fresh editorial style, combining high …

Kate Middleton’s most timeless jacket is on trend for 2024

Kate Middleton’s most timeless jacket is on trend for 2024

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Barn jackets have officially entered the chat for autumn/winter 2024, and this transitional staple has been spotted on none other than The Princess of Wales, giving it a lovely royal backing for the latter half of 2024. Relaxed and oversized in shape the barn jacket is a little bit dog-walker and a little bit boujie-Mum on the school run. In shades of beige, caramel, khaki and navy with contrasting corduroy collars their oversized shape gives minimum effort yet maximum effect. Princess Kate has been spotted wearing various iterations of the jacket and clearly has a soft spot for Barbour, boasting one of the brand’s collaborations with Alexa Chung in her collection.  She typically opts for muted colour palettes in soft khaki, deep cream and rich chocolate and plumps for jackets with darker collars (a preppy must-have) and lots of pockets. © OWEN HUMPHREYSKate in Little Stainton, Cambridge The beauty of the barn jacket lies in its versatility. They look as at home atop a party dress and knee high boots as they do slung over …

Alexa Chung says duffle coats are back and better than ever

Alexa Chung says duffle coats are back and better than ever

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It’s official. Duffle coats are back on the radar and one person paving the way for the childhood piece is Alexa Chung. The British style muse and author is forever tuned into the trend cycle, meaning her investment in the duffle coat revival comes as little surprise. On Thursday, the 41-year-old wrapped up warm in the traditional garment to brave the London chill, pairing the navy piece with a pale blue shirt and a pair of black trousers. © Instagram/@alexachungAlexa championed the sweet duffle coat for autumn Alexa’s dreamy duffle was a classic. Straight in silhouette, hooded and peppered in dark wooden toggles with cream rope loop detailing, the outerwear staple made a strong case for nostalgic dressing.  Despite being a sartorial statement today, the duffle coat originated in the late 19th century as functional military outerwear for the British Royal Navy. Named after the Belgian town of Duffel, known for producing the thick woollen fabric used in the coats, it was designed to withstand harsh maritime conditions. © GettyDuffle coats are an autumn/winter must-have …

Bridgerton’s Simone Ashley just made her catwalk debut at the L’Oréal Paris Fashion Week show

Bridgerton’s Simone Ashley just made her catwalk debut at the L’Oréal Paris Fashion Week show

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Let’s be honest, it was only a matter of time before Simone Ashley took to the runway and added ‘catwalk model’ to her list of noteworthy accolades. The Bridgerton actress, who plays Kate Bridgerton (née Sharma) in the hit Netflix series is one of the globe’s ultimate It-girls. Alongside her stunning on-screen regencycore wardrobe, her It-girl-coded personal fashion agenda is second to none.  The 29-year-old stepped out in the City of Lights for the opening night of Paris Fashion Week – the final instalment (and arguably the most glamorous) in the fashion week calendar. © Kristy SparowThe Bridgerton actress walked in the L’Oreal event on Monday Her hair was styled sleek, dead-straight and tucked behind her ears in true Naomi Campbell style, whilst her glowy make-up look was kept minimal, allowing her dazzling dress to do all the talking. L’oreal explained on its website of this year’s show: “As official partner of the Paris Fashion Week, L’Oréal Paris invites the public to celebrate women’s empowerment, inclusion, and sisterhood on the Place de l’Opéra, welcoming the brand’s family of ambassadors, …

Harry Styles makes shock appearance at London Fashion Week

Harry Styles makes shock appearance at London Fashion Week

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Sign up to HELLO! Fashion for style tips, cultural insights, must-have items, and more By entering your details, you are agreeing to HELLO! Magazine User Data Protection Policy. You can unsubscribe at any time. For more information, please click here. The one and only Harry Styles delighted the fashion set on Friday, instantly improving their fashion week with a surprise appearance at S.S. Daley’s spring/summer runway show. The 30-year-old took his place on the designer’s front row alongside Anna Wintour and Hamish Bowles, causing quite a stir among fellow showgoers. The singer wore a navy shirt that was embellished with a cluster of embroidered white berries on the left lapel, paired with the brand’s ever-popular ‘Cochrane Vest’ and co-ordinating navy trousers. © GettyHamish Bowles, Anna Wintour and Harry Styles attended the S.S. Daley show during London Fashion Week Debuting a fresh, 80s-inspired mullet, Harry merged Daley’s signature country-chic aesthetic with punkish attitude, making for a highly alluring fashion week appearance indeed. Harry has been a long-standing champion of Daley’s designs. In 2020, the singer wore a slew …

Billie Piper’s skin-tight nude dress has us excited for her Wednesday debut

Billie Piper’s skin-tight nude dress has us excited for her Wednesday debut

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Fans of the creepy and the kooky, mysterious and spooky will be excited to know that production for season two of Netflix’s hit show Wednesday is officially underway and there’s a new cultivated cast member joining the Adams Family sphere.  Last night Billie Piper was seen attending the Vogue x Netflix BAFTA Television Awards Celebration at London’s Dovetale Restaurant, donning a seriously striking midi dress that has us overly excited to see what her Wednesday wardrobe might entail.  © GettyThis is what we call a tonal masterpiece Billie kept her ensemble sleek for the occasion, donning a fitted, nude-toned, bustier vintage Jean Paul Gaultier midi dress with intricate stitching detailing and a built-in underwire bra. She paired the killer ensemble with her fiery red locks, loosely curled and volumised at the root and a hydrated deep peach-hued lip look. For accessories, she opted for a dainty chain necklace and a pair of strappy pointed-toe sling-back pumps. To complete the look she swapped out her handbag for three long-stemmed blooming roses in a blush pink shade.  …

Alexa Chung’s latest vintage leather jacket is her coolest one yet – see photos

Alexa Chung’s latest vintage leather jacket is her coolest one yet – see photos

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Anybody can buy vintage clothing, but few can style it as impeccably as Alexa Chung. It was a huge trend on the Met Gala red carpet this year, with Kendall Jenner, Zendaya, Emily Ratajkowski and Bee Carrozzini all donning archival gowns that were truly mesmerising. And although the 40-year-old’s stylish presence was missed at this year’s ball, she’s still providing just as much iconic vintage dressing content this week with her latest Instagram post. Newly engaged Alexa shared a photo ‘dump’ with her 6.3m followers, leading with a mirror selfie of a quintessentially AC outfit. She donned a navy and brown argyle jumper (a 2000s British classic), paired with sand-washed jeans. © Instagram /@alexachungAlexa shared an image of her brown vintage jacket The pièce de résistance was her oversized, brown leather vintage jacket featuring press stud buttons and roomy pockets.  Alexa is a retro-dressing muse. “The TV presenter and model is known for her casual, eclectic style and is so influential that Mulberry created a bag in her name.” says Hello! Fashion’s Chloe Gallagher “There’s …