Innholdsfortegnelse for November 8, 2023 i Stylist

Once upon a time someone put pen to paper and wrote a children’s story about a girl called Cinderella (a man, incidentally, called Charles Perrault), whose future happiness and freedom depended on whether she fell in love before the clock struck midnight. A few centuries later some genius (a man, incidentally, called Richard Cohen) coined the term “biological clock” and alerted women to an internal ticking which got faster and louder the closer they got to 35. All the while society and popular culture (and likely, our parents and their parents) told us that success looked like a linear ticking of goals that needed to be achieved by a certain age: career success, relationship, house, marriage, child, another child. TICK, TICK, DONE. And so here we are today, in a…

STYLIST’S COLUMNIST BILLIE BHATIA shares what’s on her mind this month There are few things in life I am truly certain of: McDonald’s is always a better idea than in reality; nothing good happens after 2am; chocolate belongs in the fridge and time seems to go faster the older you get. At 33, time is clocking in at ‘terrifying’ on the speedometer. The more I push my foot down on the brake to halt it, the further forward I seem to fly. I can’t fathom that it was 15 years ago that I was donning my finest Jack Wills outfit and bedding into university, when it feels like yesterday. Time moves too fast. How am I supposed to fit it all in? And by ‘it’, I mean life. I think…

stylist advertorial Get ready to shine this winter with pieces from the new BOSS collection, as worn by Suki Waterhouse… When it comes to style know-how, we all need someone we can look up to. For us, the musician and Daisy Jones & The Six star, Suki Waterhouse, has long been our go-to style icon. And now you too can bag yourself a bit of her signature look in time for the festive season. As the global face of BOSS watches and jewellery, Suki is showing us how to serve up some timeless looks – whether you’re treating yourself or a loved one. As Suki herself says, “Becoming a boss is a lifelong journey.” And in that spirit of fearless self-discovery, BOSS has created a range of jewellery that can…

stylist advertorial Transform your party season with low-key layering, luxe texturesand plenty of shimmering sparkle, courtesy of The F&F Edit… We know that festive sequins often go hand in hand with a busy party season, but this winter, glitter has officially grown up. Fusing satin separates, fluffy faux furs and, yes, plenty of sparkle, The F&F Edit (curated by Abbey Clancy) has taken festive dressing to a whole new level. Think sleek silhouettes, clever layers and a colour palette that’s taking quiet luxury to the dancefloor. Available in-store, the key pieces include this season’s must-have silver PU trousers, a 70s-style sequin co-ord and a cream pussy bow blouse that’s perfect for post-work cocktails. Plus, we love how the range can be dressed down for a more laid-back look. Just add a chunky…

stylist advertorial Stylist’s fashion director Lucy Reber shares her thoughts on this season’s hottest hosiery trend from Calzedonia… "From Nina Ricci to Lanvin, sheer evening wear is having a moment on the catwalk for a/w 2023,” says Lucy Reber, our very own fashion director, when asked about the trends we should be tapping into this winter. “And it’s the addition of a sheer tight that will make these stunning pieces more wearable and, crucially, warmer, for the festive season.”  Whether it’s Alexa Chung or Chloë Sevigny, sheer tights have had something of a celeb-endorsed renaissance recently, and with brands like Calzedonia championing the look with their range of luxurious hosiery, we are spoiled for choice when buying into this micro trend. “Sheer tights are a great option for party season…

stylist advertorial Looking to create the cosiest festive dining experience? Look no further than your local Primark… Christmas trends come and go, but let’s face it, nothing beats the traditional red, gold and green combo. Luxurious yet simple, cosy yet timeless, these colours paired with flickering candles and twinkling fairy lights conjure up images of snowy vistas, roaring fires and Bing Crosby crooning over the airwaves. And, if you want to tap into this festive trend, then Primark Home is your best bet, especially if you’re working on a budget. We love the collection’s coloured glassware, especially when teamed with classic white crockery and napkins. Create drama by using candles at different heights across the table and don’t be scared to adorn the scene with a variety of gold trinkets.…

slowing down time After years of feeling like time wasn’t on her side, Stylist’s Ellen Scott tried a colourful new approach to productivity that changed everything ‘Better’ became my mantra in my teens, when I realised that my depression and OCD would never be cured, but they could be a little bit better. At first, it felt like a gentler, anti-perfectionist goal. I didn’t need to be brilliant at running or writing or anything else, but I could aim to be better than I was the day before. I had a necklace engraved with it. I even considered getting it tattooed on my forearm. But the problem is, there is no limit to how much better you can be. My mantra turned into a stick with which I could beat…

stylist advertorial Eileen Venner, 67, dreams of making her textiles brand Whiskey & Venner into a household name. Here’s how an online course in Digital Marketing and E-Commerce is helping her do just that… "I’ve always loved creating things. My mother was a seamstress, so I grew up around prints and fabrics. Sewing was like second nature to me. During my teenage years, I would use my talent to copy styles I’d see in the fashion magazines. As useful as these skills were, my mum didn’t want me to take up sewing as a profession. She arrived in the UK from the Caribbean in the 1950s and was very aware of the colour barrier which shut out ethnic minorities when it came to certain professions. She knew that sewing and…

The titles worthy of a place on your bedside table Good Material by Dolly Alderton Love has long been a defining theme of Dolly Alderton’s writing. Good Material, her second novel, is billed as a “relatable story of heartbreak and friendship” – so far, so expected. More surprisingly, its central protagonist and narrator is a man: comedian Andy, who’s reeling after splitting from girlfriend Jen and trying to piece together what went wrong. Alderton is excellent at fusing poignant tenderness with wry observations about modern life, and that talent is on full display here. Good Material is a highly enjoyable exploration of the messy, non-binary nature of many break-ups, and how two people who love each other can simply make a terrible couple. It also digs into the uncomfortable sadness…

stylist advertorial Celebrating women in STEM, this year’s Ada Lovelace Day was an evening to remember… An international celebration of women in science, technology, engineering and maths, this year’s Ada Lovelace Day brought some incredible talent together for one night of talks to inspire the next generation of women in STEM. Taking over London’s revered Royal Institution on 10 October, we spoke to the venue’s director Katherine Mathieson and founder Suw Charman-Anderson about their key moments, and why Ada Lovelace Day is so important… 1. knowledge is power “Ada Lovelace Day is a joyful celebration of all the inspirational women working in STEM,” says Katherine Mathieson. “We all know about the stereotypes: most scientists are men or you have to be super-brainy to love maths. None of this is true,…

stylist advertorial Looking to change up your hair colour without having to go to a salon? We asked an expert for her top tips… With the rising cost of living, many of us are looking for more cost-effective ways to get our beauty fix. And, when it comes to new season switch-ups, nothing is more empowering than dyeing your hair, which is where Schwarzkopf LIVE comes in. With its huge range of shades, you can realise your hair colour goals. We spoke with Kamila Pruszek, co-owner of top London salon Blue Tit, Portobello, about how to safely colour your hair in the comfort of your own bathroom. Here’s what she said… the formula Once you’ve picked your ideal shade, you need to consider how long you want it for. “Permanent…

sign of the times Stylist’s new research shows that 87% of women are feeling the pressure of time to achieve everything they want in life. Why does the ticking clock sound louder than ever? WORDS: meena alexanderIllustrations: Julie Houts Tick, tock. I started to hear it during those endless pandemic months. The slow ticking away of my twenties, two years of messing up and messing around that I’d never get back. Tick, tock. It got louder every time I saw someone my age announce their engagement, their promotion, the fact that they’d picked up the keys to their two-bed new build. Tick, tock. A constant reminder that no matter what I was achieving, I was still on a timer to tick off the next thing. Now I’m months from my…

for more recipes head to stylist.co.uk/food There’s been a rise in us Brits embracing the American tradition of Thanksgiving on 23 November, and at Stylist we’re all for an excuse to gather our loved ones and eat something utterly delicious. This easy pecan pie from London-born chef Tessa Kiros is the perfect balance of sticky, sweet and crunchy. Make it the centrepiece of your Friendsgiving meal and you’ll be everyone’s favourite person. preparation time 30 minutes chilling time 45 minutes cooking time 1 hour ingredients For the pastry:250g plain flour125g cold unsalted butter, chopped25g sugar1 whole egg2 tbsp ice-cold water For the filling:225g sugar150ml thin (whipping) cream70g unsalted butter325g shelled pecan halvesFine salt flakes (eg Maldon), for scattering method Step 1: To make the pastry, put the flour and butter in…

stylist’s editorial director lisa smosarski shares her career wisdom Once, work milestones were linked to climbing the career ladder – becoming a manager and hitting a certain pay grade – which explains why, at the age of 28, I challenged myself to secure three editorships before I turned 30. I wanted to climb more rungs of the ladder, so I took the helm of more! magazine, my third editorial role, three months before my 30th birthday. But I hadn’t considered the optics of hopping around so much, and I never stopped to think what I might learn if I’d have stayed longer, so it is no accident that when I moved to Stylist, I stayed in the editor’s seat for more than a decade, keen for a different experience. Planning our careers in years, rather…

fashion Supersized style is this season’s biggest trend. From carry-all bags and  boxy blazers to giant scarves and hefty boots, choose shapes that are larger than life Dress, £110, Cos (cos.com); Boots, £200, Dune (dunelondon.com); Bag, £2,950, Loewe (matchesfashion.com); Earrings, £215, Missoma (missoma.com) Scarf, £495, jumper, £795, both Joseph (joseph-fashion.com); Boots, £259, Whistles (whistles.com); Earrings, £180, YSSO (theysso.com) Jumper, £148, Reiss (reiss.com); Scarf, £20, Simply Be (simplybe.co.uk) Coat, £389, Baum Und Pferdgarten (baumundpferdgarten.com); Scarf, £25, River Island (riverisland.com) Cardigan, £120, Jigsaw (jigsaw-online.com); Skirt, £195, Me + Em (meandem.com); Scarf, £125, Ganni (ganni.com); Earrings, £105, Missoma (missoma.com) Checked scarf, £45, John Lewis (johnlewis.com); Tan scarf, £175, Me + Em (meander.com); Yellow scarf, £205, Mulberry (mulberry.com) Coat, £199.99, Mango (mango.com); Top, £110, Jigsaw (jigsaw-online.com); Skirt, £19.99, New Look (newlook.com); Tights, £7.99, Calzedonia…

beauty For months, the Stylist team have been busy blending, buffing, swatching and swiping the 1,129 entries for this year’s Best Beauty Awards. Here’s what came out on top… beauty director: HANNA IBRAHEEMPHOTOGRAPHY: CAROLINE LEEMING best new beauty brand Prada Beauty (pictured: Monochrome Hyper Matte Lipstick in R28 Fuoco, £40) “Drawing on the fashion house’s heritage, Prada Beauty delivers splashes of colour and unique textures, housed in sleek packaging,” says executive fashion director Kitty McGee. best viral beauty product L’Oréal Paris Telescopic Lift Mascara, £12.99 “With 33.4 million views on TikTok alone, this is the Beyoncé of mascaras,” says Alix Walker, editor of Stylist. “Its unique wand lengthens lashes that stay lifted all day.” best sustainable beauty product Voya Renewal Eyes, £32 for 4 pairs Made from 100% organic and hand-harvested…

no limits Tea and life advice from four women who refused to put a time limit on happiness PHOTOGRAPHY: MARTIN PARR “I’ve grown to believe none of us have ever really missed the boat – there is always time” Anne Youngson, 75, had a lifelong dream of being an author that was stalled by circumstance and self-doubt, until she finally put her work out there “Writing has always been a passion of mine – I studied English at university in the hope that I’d become a novelist one day. But I also needed to earn money, so I ended up working in product development until my mid-50s. I never stopped writing in my free time, although I didn’t show it to anyone. It was when I retired that I thought…

EYE SPY Curtain-twitching neighbours have been out of a job since smart tech set up shop on our doorsteps. Stylist investigates how video doorbells are reshaping our streets words: Ruchira Sharma For a tiny and seemingly innocuous piece of home security tech, video doorbells have made headlines a lot. First came the stories of cases cracked and criminals caught thanks to their filmed footage; then the claims of hackers’ voices floating eerily out of devices. Most recently, of course, was the claim that a doorbell played the starring role in the break-up of actor Sophie Turner and musician Joe Jonas. Ridiculous rumour or not, it captured our imagination because it brought home the slightly sinister reminder that our voices and actions could be captured by a tiny camera at any time. Unless…

THE MEANING OF LIFE IN 23 PROBING QUESTIONS What will the writer and broadcaster make of our existential questions? Being an adult is… Not what I was expecting. What are you currently worried about? People not thinking for themselves. If someone could reveal your future, would you want to know what would happen to you? Yes, because I’m an optimist so I think it would be a good future, and thinking you have a good future ahead is a self-fulfilling prophecy. When do you feel most alive? In mountains. Any mountains. How do you sleep? Easily and deeply. I have beautifully exhausting days. What is one thing you really like about yourself? My optimism. What is your love language? I’m definitely a kinaesthetic person; I love to give and receive affection. What’s the…