Innholdsfortegnelse for August/September 2025 i HELLO! Fashion Monthly

Sunlight. Seaside. Skin tints. High summer has officially arrived – and this issue is your passport to it all. At the heart of our August/September edition is cover star Gabriella Wilde, whose ethereal beauty first captivated audiences in TV series Poldark. Now, as she steps into a new role – off-screen and in real life – we catch up with the original It-girl on everything from period drama to parenthood, and the quiet reinvention that’s defining her next chapter. Inside, the runways may be in recess, but we’ve got our eyes firmly on what’s next. From brooches staging a comeback to the new nepo babies taking over the catwalk, we decode the names and trends to watch for AW25. This issue also celebrates summer style in all its high-street glory.…

1 Hawaiian flirt Well, who can resist a tropical print in a classic shape when the sun starts shining? Shirt, £35, Cotton Traders 2 Life’s a beach Just beware – you’ll probably never want to take this beauty off your neck. Necklace, £59, Ottoman Hands 3 Stomp off The perfect action sandal for when your holiday companion insists on going on adventures pre-cocktail hour. Sandals, £39.99, Deichmann 4 Blouse, £16, Skirt, £22.50, F&F 5 Barn dance You won’t pick up a more versatile piece this season, trust us. Jacket, £199, Hobbs 6 Dress, £95, Klayd 7 Ruffle up Serving mermaid energy with an occasionwear twist, this mini dress is a failsafe choice for balmy nights. Dress, £139, Phase Eight 8 Bootcut baby It was never going to be long before…

It’s 10am on a Friday morning and both Harriet Slater and I are curled up at home in our cosies – a far cry from the actress’ corseted Regency costumes and red-carpet regalia. Even from across Zoom, the 30-year-old actress radiates cool kindness, giving off the vibe that she was the girl everyone liked in school. The British thespian, who gained recognition following break-out roles in Batman spin-off Pennyworth and period drama Belgravia: The Next Chapter, got her start back home in Leicester, starring in her uncle’s amateur dramatic production of Annie Get Your Gun when she was six years old. “I just fell in love with it,” she explains. “And then I continued to perform in amateur dramatics, mostly musicals, for the next ten years at The Little Theatre…

This time of year can go either way in terms of rain or shine and we just have to hope for the best for those weddings, festivals and parties that we might have in the diary. That’s why it’s better to always be prepared and pop a sturdy and B Corp-certified Blunt umbrella in your bag. They’re made with ‘blunt’ tips to avoid poking passers-by in the eye and come in a range of colours and patterns to cheer up any rainy day. Canned cocktails designed for festivals and picnics in the park can be slightly disappointing at times. Ghost Labs, however, has created a range of canned cocktails that I can confirm taste delicious; my favourite is the tequila with grapefruit, maple and chilli. Pack them into a Not-Another-Bill…

Topshop making a return to the high street wasn’t on our bingo card for 2025, but perhaps it should have been. After all, from skinny jeans to bag charms, there’s been a sudden nostalgia for all things Y2K fashion, and Topshop sat at the heart of that. Even Kate Moss’s most iconic design for the brand – that one-shoulder chiffon mini dress – is in the year’s most on-trend hue, butter yellow. “I don’t think people wanted Topshop to go in the first place,” says Catherine Shuttleworth, CEO of Savvy Marketing, which specialises in retail. “And crucially, nothing has taken its place since it closed its stores and went online at Asos.” She’s right. In the intervening years, while Spanish stalwarts Zara and Mango have gone from strength to strength…

THE SWEET SPRITZ Inspired by sun-soaked days and sweet summer treats, this limited-edition Jo Malone London Raspberry Ripple Cologne, £59, blends juicy redcurrant and raspberry notes with soft white musk for a nostalgic, fruity twist. A playful, distinctly British scent that captures the joy of childhood favourites – perfect for gifting or savouring yourself. SOFT-SERVE SKIN A lightweight take on Tatcha’s iconic Dewy Skin Cream, the Dewy Milk Moisturizer delivers silky, long-lasting hydration for £61. Powered by Japanese purple rice, prebiotic green tea extract and zinc hyaluronate, it nourishes, protects and strengthens the skin barrier. MANE CHARACTER ENERGY 60s sculpted dos are back – this time with a razor-sharp edge. At Saint Laurent, models wore slicked-back styles that echoed both polished updos and dapper, gentlemanly cuts. Paired with bold specs,…

If skincare had a quiet high priestess, Sarah Chapman would be it. The celebrated facialist, clinic owner and founder of Skinesis skincare doesn’t just talk about wellness – she lives it. When we meet, there’s no spiel about miracle ingredients or trending treatments. Instead, she speaks from experience and of rituals built slowly, through decades of working with skin and self. “Over the years I’ve become more conscious about how everything’s connected,” she reflects. A full-body kind of wellness. “Gut health, fitness, energy, skin – it’s all linked.” Her mornings begin with an extra-strength Moju ginger shot. “It literally blows your ears off,” she laughs, “but I’m sure it kills any lurking germs”. This is followed by a 6.30am dog walk through Kensington or a sweaty Peloton session. She then…

A garland of tomatoes coils around a beam overhead, clinging like a jungle vine. Below, the table isn’t so much set as staged – an edible installation of glistening fries, cloud-like mounds of whipped feta, freshly-baked loaves laid out like ceramics, and, as a grand finale, a strawberry and meringue pie so enormous it could double as a Versailles centrepiece. This is Lovebirds’ 10th-anniversary dinner, but forget the usual trappings of a fashion soirée – no twee and awkwardly sized canapés, no sculptural floral arrangements competing for attention. Here, the clothes aren’t draped or displayed. The collection, the spectacle, the statement – is the food. This fixation on food isn’t just a Lovebirds quirk; it’s fashion’s current preoccupation. Forget hemlines and handbags – the industry’s dominant status symbols are artfully…

ARIES March 21 – April 19 Your words can shape your reality now. Sudden ideas and shifts in communication bring both clarity and surprise. Home life wants deeper attention, while creative self-expression is up for revision. Let softness guide your ambition, this will sustain the plans you’re building. TAURUS April 20 – May 20 Your values are evolving fast. Finances may fluctuate, but so will your sense of worth. Communication deepens, particularly with siblings or through writing. Family dynamics may resurface for healing. Speak your needs. It’s time to feel rooted, not just responsible. GEMINI May 21 – June 20 You’re changing more visibly than you realise. Your identity shifts as new insights and self-perception emerge. Money and self-worth expand and old emotional patterns around communication may return. As always,…

Some may know Olivia Attwood for her scene-stealing turn in the third series of Love Island, where she spawned many a meme thanks to her cutting wit and no-nonsense attitude. Since leaving the villa, she has carved out a name for herself in the world of documentary making, covering everything from sex work to badly-behaved boyfriends, plus finds time to host a radio show on Kiss with fellow reality TV breakout star Pete Wicks. The ultimate girl’s girl lives in Cheshire with her husband, Gillingham FC footballer Bradley Dack, and their two rescue dogs, Lola and Stitch. Here are her favourite spots around the world. Luxury Travel Destination Probably Dubai. Such a basic answer, because I feel like Dubai has become the new Marbella, but I just love Dubai. The…

FAIR AND SQUARE Only Jacquemus could reinvent the humble heel without even breaking a sweat. Heels, £655, Jacquemus BUSINESS CLASS We’ll be matching this perfectly cropped timeless combo with micro shorts and mega platforms for play and wide-leg trousers and loafers for work. Shirt, £239, Sandro EAR FOR IT Well, who doesn’t want a statement pair of studs? Earrings, £90, Enamel Copenhagen DROP IN THE OCEAN The beloved swimsuit brand has collaborated with new luxury hotel Arev St Tropez. Swimsuit, £195, Paper London PERFECT POUT A conditioning lip treatment that plumps, hydrates and adds high shine? Consider us sold. Lip balm, £22, The Outset POWER PUFF Aje can always be relied upon for covetable pieces – enter this denim crop that we’ll be pairing with a maxi skirt. Top, £239,…

There’s a distinct wave of British nostalgia sweeping through London. Topshop is back, ballet flats have colonised the streets and Scouting for Girls are hitting the road again. Everywhere you look, there’s a renewed fixation with the 2010s – the very era that launched Gabriella Wilde into the spotlight. The 36-year-old actress holds a special place in the hearts of those on the Gen Z-millennial cusp. Her endearingly air-headed performance as ‘posh totty’ Saffy in St Trinian’s 2: The Legend of Fritton’s Gold enshrined her status as a noughties cool-girl (didn’t every teenage girl want to be in those films?), yet her leading role in Endless Love as the ethereal Jade Butterfield pegged the star as one to watch on a more serious level. A far cry from the riot…

Customising a beloved bag has become every It-girl’s way to put a personalised stamp onto a carryall. And it’s more than just accessorising, as it represents a nod towards luxury, along with tapping into the trends creating a storm on social media. For the autumn/winter Dior Lucky capsule, the collection reveals a series of irresistible charms that can be used to personalise wallets, bags, scarves and sneakers. These eternal symbols of the House were dreamed up by former creative director Maria Grazia Chiuri, and take inspiration from Monsieur Dior’s famed lucky charms. As emblems of good fortune, shamrocks, stars and bees can all be added, acting as both super-stylish adornments and also signifiers of luck. The Lady Dior bag also features new variations on the House’s renowned cannage pattern, with…

The motif POLKA DOTS This divisive little dot has surged back into the spotlight in 2025, adorning everything from party tops to pumps. Appearing on the runway at Fendi, Moschino and Saint Laurent, the fun and flirty print is older than you might think. Dotted patterns have existed since medieval times but were often associated with disease and uncleanliness. Lovely. And here’s a fun bit of trivia for you, it’s named after the polka dance in the 1800s. The dance was so popular, the print wasn’t the only thing to get renamed in its honour – however, polka pudding just didn’t stick. We can’t imagine why. Fast forward to the 20th century and Frank Sinatra was singing songs about it and everyone’s favourite cartoon character Minnie Mouse was sporting it.…

Before ‘influencer’ was even a buzzword, Chriselle Lim was already shaping the digital space. A true trailblazer, the Korean-American entrepreneur became one of the first Asian-American style influencers in fashion and beauty, growing a devoted following through her blog The Chriselle Factor, YouTube and Instagram. Now, as co-founder and creative director of cult fragrance brand Phlur, Chriselle is rewriting the rules again – this time through scent. With bestsellers like Missing Person sparking emotional responses globally, she’s proving that beauty isn’t just about appearance, but emotion. In this refreshingly candid conversation, the influencer opens up about identity, vulnerability and why fragrance is her ultimate form of self-expression. What’s your first fragrance memory? My earliest memory is of my grandmother in Korea. She was the first female gynaecologist in Seoul at…

Sophie Lis has always believed in the energy of beautiful things. A former freelance PR turned jeweller, she launched her eponymous brand after designing a pair of earrings for her own wedding – a moment that sparked more than just a new chapter in her love story. Her designs are now beloved by celebrities and royals alike, admired for their timeless style, intricate symbolism and emotive storytelling. These same values flow seamlessly into her five-bedroom home in London’s Notting Hill, a peaceful haven hidden just moments from the bustle of Westbourne Grove. “As soon as you walk through the door, you’re sort of transported out of the city,” she says. Her design philosophy – “timeless, stylish, with a twist of romance” – shapes both her jewellery and her interiors. Her…

GREECE’S BEST-KEPT SECRET ELIX, MAR-BELLA The glamorous Greek islands have long been at the top of must-visit lists for seasoned travellers, for reasons that need no explanation. If you’re looking for a Grecian escape without the hustle and bustle of the city, venturing out to the idyllic, somewhat untapped, coastline of Parga to stay at Elix, Mar-Bella is what you might describe as ‘heaven on earth’. Set along the crystal-clear water coastline of Karavostasi and backing onto a lush pine forest, Elix, Mar-Bella is a five-star sanctuary like no other, which invites guests to detox from everyday stressors. Spend your days exploring hidden caves via kayak, set sail in a private boat (with stops along the way for a refreshing dip and bite to eat) to the serene island of…

THE NEW HUE Cobalt It’s the first dawn of the new season, so grab your notebooks and let’s take a sneak peek at what the season ahead has in store. First up, a colour wheel shake-up, with robust royal blue taking top spot. THE MESSAGE SLOGANS The Y2K staple is back with a bang, stretching from cheeky whimsy (seen at SS Daley)) to passionate activism (Conner Ives). THE BOOT RUCHED We rejoice when the mercury starts dropping so we can start wearing boots again. This season, they’ll be buttery-soft leather or suede and satisfyingly scrunched. THE DECADE 1970S Grab your aviators and platforms, we’re throwing it back to the decade that brought us flares, faux fur and brown in every conceivable shade. As spotted at Giambattista Valli and Nina Ricci,…

A GOOD EGG Sustainable Scandinavian jewellery brand Akind has launched its special occasion collection brimming with lab-grown diamonds, perfect for life’s meaningful moments. IF THE SHOE FITS Ferragamo and old Hollywood go together like peaches and cream, after all the iconic designer was dubbed ‘shoemaker to the stars’. The pre-fall collection lives up to his legacy. GLAM SQUAD Marc Cain has declared the colours of the new season: red, black and white, with the latest Glam collection full of uber-wearable tailoring and polka dots. ARM CANDY Radley has quietly been releasing bag after bag that anyone would be honoured to sling over their shoulder this season. Enter this sculptural beauty that we want to wear every single day. BRUSH STROKES Longchamp has teamed up with exciting Parisian artist Constantin Riant.…

Once upon a time, your moisturiser merely moisturised. Your serum, bless it, brightened. And your fragrance? It simply smelt lovely. But times, dear reader, are changing – welcome to the age of neurocosmetics. Today, the cleverest creams don’t just promise to plump and glow – they claim to soothe your synapses while they’re at it. The result? A beauty ritual that offers not just better skin, but a better state of mind. But is there really a connection between mood and skin? “This mind-skin link is well-established in dermatology,” says consultant dermatologist Dr Anjali Mahto. “In clinic, I often see flares of skin disease closely tied to periods of psychological stress.” It therefore makes sense that we are seeing a rise in psychodermatology – where both skin and mind are…

The Strawberry Matcha interiors trend is taking over social media – and it’s as delicious as it sounds. Inspired by the colour palette of an It-girl matcha with a feminine, fruity twist, the aesthetic pairs soft pinks with soothing greens to create a look that’s playful, eye-catching and calming all at once. It taps into a growing appetite for interiors that feel joyful yet grounded, offering a sweet spot between hyper-feminine pastels and nature-inspired serenity. Think pink glazed ceramics paired with chequered green lamps, or sage-hued placemats styled with candles, cups and tableware in chic pops of pale pink. This colour pairing works beautifully in living spaces and bedrooms alike, bringing a cheerful contrast without overwhelming the senses. The trend also reflects a slow but sure shift towards more expressive,…