Innholdsfortegnelse for October 13, 2021 i Stylist

stylist advertorial Good looks Meet Specsavers’ new ReWear range – sustainably-made frames with natural style in mind For some of us, it might be a red lipstick. For others it’s a pair of trusty trainers. But for anyone who wears glasses, a stylish pair of specs offers the perfect way to express that signature style. But while we all like to showcase our individuality, some also want to make sure that our glasses take a more conscientious approach to sustainable fashion – one which offers high impact in the style stakes, but a lower impact on the environment. Enter ReWear, the new Specsavers range that’s inspired by nature and offers a more sustainable choice for specs wearers. With accreditation from Global Recycled Standard and Control Union, which develops services around the sustainability…

stylist advertorial An ode to the noughties flip phone Fashion features editor Billie Bhatia discusses why the iconic 00s flip phone was such a flex, and why the new Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 is the future of flip... Growing up in the early noughties, there was no higher status symbol than a flip phone. Sure, Juicy Couture tracksuits were cool, and AllSaints belts were a statement, but the now-iconic snap-close of a flip phone allowed its user to wield a whole different kind of power. One that until I turned 14, I only dreamt about. I remember the day I got my first ever flip phone – a world away from the slick iteration Samsung have just launched – mine was a clunky and scratched-up hand-me-down from my cousin. I was ecstatic.…

beauty dare to be different Dior Beauty make-up artist Anne Sophie Costa subverts classic looks for maximum drama PHOTOGRAPHY: BENJAMIN MADGWICKBEAUTY DIRECTION: SHANNON PETER smokey eye 2.0 Step away from the blending brushes, there’s only one tool suitable for this season’s iteration of a classic smokey eye and that’s the tiny sponge applicator from inside the palette. “It packson a lot of pigment and helps you to create incredible shapes that feel way more playful,” explains Dior Beauty make-up artist Anne Sophie Costa. FRESH FLICK Resist the urge to draw a simple cat-eye flick: this season calls for eyeliner experimentation. “Ask yourself: who do you want to be today?” recommends Costa. “Are you feeling romantic, regal, playful or badass?” Let that guide the direction of your felt-tip pen – there…

feature Anatomy of anoverworked woman From shallow breathing to the risk of ‘tortoise head’, here are the weird and   not-so-wonderful effects of spending too long at our desks – and how to combat them Words: elle huntILlustration: anna rupprecht Tortoise head If your screen isn’t at eye level or it’s too far away, you’ll start craning your neck and poking out your chin. Ruth Smith, a physiotherapist, likens it to a tortoise peering from under its shell. “Your head is forward, so the load isn’t going efficiently through the spine and the muscles have to work harder.” This can lead to pain and headaches. Adjust your work station so you’re sitting upright and remember to move during the day. Clenched jaw We habitually hold tension in our jaw, which can…

celebrity The radical honesty of Gabrielle Union The actor and author   talks to Stylist about the   powershe has found   in vulnerability  Words: helen bownassPhotography: NINO MUNOZ Talking to Gabrielle Union is disarming. She is radically honest, in a way that celebrities, indeed most humans, rarely are. Particularly with people they’ve just met for the first time over Zoom and across continents. But such candour is something that Union has made a name for since winning the Essence Fierce and Fearless Award in 2013, where her speech about the importance of unifying Black women in Hollywood went viral. While in May 2020 she spoke out about the toxic atmosphere on the set of TV juggernaut America’s Got Talent, which she left after just one series as a judge. I’m speaking to…

New fitness columnist Meena Alexander is on a workout mission to find the one “I’ve fallen in love with bouldering” In the two hours I’ve been at Stronghold, a cult climbing centre in east London, I’ve not only learned a new sport, but a new language. I’m asked if I’d prefer to ‘climb slab’ (a wall sloping away from me) or ‘climb overhang’ (one that protrudes, meaning my body hangs off). I’m told to ‘chalk up’ (to ensure my hands are dry and ‘grippy’) but to avoid ‘matching’ (putting both hands on the same hold – that’s cheating). By the end of the session, my body and my brain are vibrating with the effort of it all. I’m here to try bouldering: free-form rock-climbing without ropes which engages every muscle…

shopping bag for life Just like the toy you took everywhere, a/w’s joyful new bags are an investment that will last you through this season and beyond fashion: polly Knightphotography: dennis Pedersen go big or go home These oversized XXL bags are the perfect style for those ‘everything but the kitchen sink’ types among us £225, Cos (cosstores.com) £326, Loeffler Randall (loefflerrandall.com) £295, Aspinal of London (aspinaloflondon.com) £320, Hereu (matchesfashion.com) £65, Ted Baker (tedbaker.com) £89, John Lewis & Partners (johnlewis.com) £440, Little Liffner (net-a-porter.com) £625, Joseph (joseph-fashion.com) £350, Hill & Friends (hillandfriends.com) £535, DeMellier (demellierlondon.com) teeny tiny They might be delicate and dainty, but the micro bag isn’t just for a night out. The perfect size for all your essentials – phone, bank card, keys and headphones – you can now travel light by day, too…

All the need-to-know news from the world of style Max MAra Celebrates 70 years  The luxury Italian brand turns 70 this year, and in a season where relaxed tailoring meets rural country, the allure of its camel coat is as strong as ever.  Coat, £2,715, Max Mara (maxmara.com) feet first Celine’s a/w 2021 show was a masterclass in how to ease out of our post-lockdown malaise. Layers of jersey and denim, beautiful but casual blazers, and practical, slouchy outerwear were styled with caps, shoulder bags and the hero item of the new season: the boot. Key styles this year include the tall flat boot – wear with a floaty skirt or dress and an oversized coat – and the chunky suede ankle boot, which looks best with cropped jeans or…

beauty the odd squad  Take your cosmetic experimentation to quirky new heights   with    these updated make-up classics PHOTOGRAPHY: BENJAMIN MADGWICKBEAUTY DIRECTION: SHANNON PETER smokey eye 2.0 Dotted around the eye and blended gently, Dior Forever Skin Correct concealer, £27, offers just the right amount of grip for the eyeshadow. Sweep each shade of Dior 5 Couleurs Couture Birds Of A Feather in Night Bird, £50, onto sections of the eyelid and lower lash line. Modernise the look even further by layering Victoria Beckham Beauty’s non-sticky Posh Gloss, £26, over the inner half of the eyelid. fresh Flick The creamy nib of Dior Diorshow 24H Stylo in 496 Iridescent Bronze, £22.50, glides easily over skin making it easy to draw any eyeliner look. If you’re more au fait with a felt tip…

stylist advertorial Let’s help each other grow It's a critical time for women and work. Here's why Stylist and Google have joined forces to support UK business owners... At the start of the summer, we ran a Stylist cover that featured a giant cake that was swirled with the giant words, I QUIT. A celebration of the empowerment you feel when you walk away from a job or a life direction that no longer serves you, that cake resonated deeply with thousands of you. It’s no wonder. The events of the last 18 months have given us pause to reassess what we want from life like never before. Are we happy? What do we value? What do we want to walk away from? And what do we want to start to run towards? Wanting…

lady hale A letter to my younger self Legal trailblazer Lady Hale reflects   on a career spent battling for equality Words: helen bownassphotography: sophia spring It started with a spider brooch. For most of us, at least, when Lady Hale announced that Boris Johnson had acted unlawfully when advising the Queen to suspend Parliament in 2019, the landmark prorogation case spawned an unprecedented surge in interest in the woman who delivered the damning indictment – and that arachnid brooch she had fastened to her black dress. In that moment Lady Hale became one of the very few judges, like Ruth Bader Ginsburg in the USA, whose status ascended the hallowed halls of courtrooms and chambers. But, while that particular case caught social media alight, it was just the crest of…

stylist advertorial The power of Friendship From lockdown sisterhoods to being your mate’s cheerleader, Stylist talks to three sets of BFFs about the bonds of female friendship, and what makes their relationship so special… Friendship, empowerment, standing up for your sisters – Disney’s brand new show Frozen The Musical captures all the themes we’ve come to realise are so important, especially now after a testing 18 months for women across the world. So, to celebrate the 2013 blockbuster film’s rebirth in the West End this autumn, we caught up with three sets of friends to discuss their relationship, the magic of sisterhood and how Frozen The Musical represents everything we (and they) love about the power of female friendship… BROOKE & REBECCA How did you become friends? Brooke: “Rebecca and I met…

STYLIST ADVERTORIAL Join our new barre x strength workout series with the Strong Women Training Club We’re thrilled to announce the new Strong Women partnership with the UK’s leading barre workout group, Barrecore. Join us for a series of unique strength-infused barre workout classes hosted at Barrecore’s Chelsea and Mayfair studios, led by their head trainer, Emily King. Even better, we’re offering our members an amazing 20% off these studio classes. To book a session for £20 instead of £28, simply sign up to the Strong Women Training Club and check out our latest offers. Or if you’d rather workout from home, Emily will also be leading a series of live-streamed classes at the training club. Join her every Wednesday morning at 8am throughout October and November…

in partnership with dr. oetker life is what you bake it Your slice of Stylist baking inspiration Just because summer is fading in the rearview mirror doesn’t mean the fun times are over. Quite the reverse, in fact, as autumn offers one of the finest opportunities to throw a party and that’s Halloween. And with the spookiest day of the year comes the perfect excuse to get into some serious baking. This is a time when everyone can get involved, whether it’s a skilled baker or a novice – it’s simply a great chance to enjoy yourself and get busy decorating. This month’s mouth-wateringly indulgent, slightly boozy recipe is definitely on the adult end of the spectrum. Taking their theme from the super-colourful Mexican Day Of The Dead, these cupcakes, enhanced by delicious toffee vodka,…

stylist advertorial Pocket the accessory of the season From layered jewellery to the brand new Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3, here’s why we’re all about statement accessories this season Samsung Galaxy Watch4 Classic (42mm), Silver, £349 (samsung.com); roll neck, £99, Jigsaw (jigsaw-online.com); jeans, £175, ME+EM (meandem.com); bangle, £27.99, Pilgrim (pilgrim.net); ring, index finger, £15, Orelia (orelia.co.uk); ring with stone, £85, Monica Vinader (monicavinader.com); trinity ring, £115, Daisy London (daisyjewellery.com); Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3, Lavender, £949 (samsung.com) Blouse, £105, Ganni (theoutnet.com); earrings, £69, Daisy London (daisyjewellery.com); sunglasses, £205, Marc Jacobs (edel-optics.co.uk); watch, £189, Larson & Jennings (larssonjennings.com); bangle, £195, Monica Vinader (monicavinader.com); thin chain bracelets, £15, Orelia (orelia.co.uk); ring, little finger, £97, Ella Palm (wolfandbadger.com); ring, ring finger, £115, Daisy London (daisyjewellery.com); Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3, Phantom Black, £949 (samsung.com) Blouse, £181, Joseph (theoutnet.com); earrings, £195, Eileen (eileenjewellery.com); rings, index and middle…

stylist advertorial Fit for purpose From sustainably made denim to an inclusive range of fits, Abbey Clancy talks about why F&F is her go-to for easy everyday style If there’s one thing that lockdown taught us, it’s that your weekly supermarket shopping trip is something to be savoured – especially if it’s one of those stores where you can kit out your wardrobe at the same time as your kitchen. Because while we’re all for entertaining ourselves with free samples from the deli counters, there’s something especially satisfying about picking up some super-stylish new wardrobe staples along with those everyday essentials. We refer to it as it the ultimate supermarket sweep… It’s a fact that model and presenter Abbey Clancy has also really come to appreciate. “I started getting into F&F clothing last year…

stylist advertorial The power of protinol Delivering seven powerful benefits in seven days, here’s what you need to know about Avon’s most amazing discovery yet… There is absolutely no denying that the world of skincare and ingredient technology is one that moves at a fast pace. It seems like, just as we get to grips with one product, something new comes along that’s even better than the last. Now, it’s the turn of Protinol™ to take the limelight. It’s a cutting-edge, patented and award-winning discovery from beauty giant Avon, and one we’re predicting will take the beauty world by storm, mark our words. “Protinol is one of the most exciting discoveries of my career,” says Anthony Gonzalez, Avon’s head of skincare. “It’s the key ingredient in Avon’s latest skincare launch,…

stylist advertorial “I promised my brother I would start this business” Levy & Co founder Syreeta Levy is on a mission to make her barber shop a place where everyone feels welcome, regardless of race or gender. She spoke to Stylist about haircuts, conversations and building a sense of belonging My mission was to set up a barber shop that’s the complete opposite to everywhere else I’ve worked. I wanted to create an inclusive business where customers feel like they’re a part of the shop, instead of just a number going through the till. It’s an open, slow environment where, if a customer walks in, they can take a beer out of the fridge and connect to the internet straightaway. I know their name, they know my name. After many years barbering, I opened…

cider press how do you like them apples? Whether they’re hot pink or laced with a pet nat fizz, the latest batch of new-gen ciders are all about elegance. We handpicked some favourites words: kiran meedaPhotography: pixeleyes If you thought cider was something your dad drank or a (literal) hangover from your university days spent swigging pints of Snakebite and black, you’ll be pleasantly surprised to find it’s undergone something of a quiet makeover. Thanks to a raft of new producers who are giving cidermaking the same sort of love as wine, this apple-based alcoholic beverage has gone luxe. Not solely reserved for supermarkets and the pub, the new ciders are just as likely to be found in chic 75cl glass bottles in swanky farm shops, and with enough sparkle…

campaign Why doesn’t he stop? When it comes to domestic abuse, too often people ask, “Why does she stay?” But to really tackle the problem, we need to ask a different question. One woman, trained to do just that, tells Stylist why challenging the attitudes of abusive men is key to ending male violence against women Words: Moya Crockett Sadie Jones* is describing a man she knows. Let’s call him Ben. “He’s blacklisted from all the local housing associations; the council don’t want to even hear his name. There’s been loads of antisocial behaviour and criminal damage to properties, general violence, drugs, driving offences. So, he’s in and out of prison, and when he comes out, he will form a relationship with a woman very, very quickly. The relationship will…

stylist advertorial ’Tis the season for self-gifting To celebrate the imminent arrival of Christmas, Stylist has joined forces with LOOKFANTASTIC to create a limited-edition beauty box, containing products worth over £300. Here’s how to get your hands on one… As we fast approach Christmas, thoughts turn to gifting, whether that’s for a loved one or even yourself (hey, you deserve it). What we need is a bit of self-gifting inspiration… Luckily our Stylist beauty experts and LOOKFANTASTIC have once again joined forces to create a special limited-edition beauty box in time for the festive season. Featuring an amazing selection of products, with a combined value of over £300, the Twelve Days of Christmas box makes an ideal gift for yourself or someone special. “There’s something hugely satisfying about indulging in beauty rituals,” says Stylist beauty…