Here at Marie Claire, we know a thing or two about the best designer handbags (opens in new tab). From newer styles (opens in new tab) to tried-and-tested classics, we consider ourselves to have a fairly vast repertoire of knowledge when it comes to carryalls.
And while it may only be the 4th day of 2023, I am confident that I have already found the It-bag that is set to be big news this year.
Enter, Jacquemus’ Le Bisou bag.
(Image credit: Jacqeumus)
Launched on the runway at Jacqeumus’ recent December show, the Le Bisou bag is a classic shoulder bag with a unique, rectangular shape. The bag is modern yet also refined, with a slight nod to the popular minimalist shapes of the ’90s and early 2000s. Overall, it has all the makings of a handbag set to reach cult status.
In terms of shades, Jacquemus has that covered too. The bag is available in just about every colour of the rainbow, ranging from pink and purple to blue, yellow, orange and brown. Plus, the item has already been carried by the likes of Emma Chamberlain, Christine Quinn and Amina Muaddi. How’s that for an endorsement?
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Ready to get your hands on the newest designer gem? (Some of the bags even retail for under £500 (opens in new tab)!) Keep scrolling to shop the Jacquemus Le Bisou below and get ahead of the crowd this year.
✔️ Fluff fringe with a hair dryer: Kendall styles her clients’ bangs with the Dyson Airwrap (for a more affordable option, try the Revlon One-Step Hair Dryer).
✔️ Keep heat protectant handy: “The only issue with blowout brushes is that they can have very high temperatures, causing breakage,” she says. Invest in a heat protectant, a fantastic solution to combat this issue, as well as to seal in moisture, control frizz, fight humidity and help hold the style in place.
✔️ Get trims: Bangs tend to grow out pretty fast, so keep your preferred shape and get rid of split ends with regular trims. Montoya suggests trimming every two weeks for bangs above the eyebrow. Trim every three weeks for bangs at eye and cheek level. Bangs at the jawline should get a trim at the four-week mark. If you don’t want to visit the salon that often, you can learn to trim your own bangs at home.
✔️ Prevent breakage: A leave-in conditioner and hair oil go hand in hand when it comes to keeping those cute face framers healthy and free from breakage, says Kendall. It also extends your style longer, “meaning you don’t have to put heat on them every day to protect your hair,” she added.
✔️ Revive second-day bangs: A great way to dry style your bangs would be using a texturizing spray “to keep that hold and give them a little grit to stay put,” says Kendall.
✔️ Beat stiff winds: A dab of finishing cream or a spritz of hairspray is just the trick to keep dry bangs in place. If you’ve let your bangs dry naturally, Kendall says she “usually puts a small amount of SECOND Day Finishing Cream in my hair to give the pieces a little life and keep them positioned as if I styled them.”
✔️Accessorize: Montoya’s pro tip isto have hair accessories readily available for when you don’t have time to style bangs or decide to grow them out. “My go-tos are Goody Snap & Go clips or Goody Ouchless headwraps and headbands — they are timeless and give instant style,” he says.
While any time is a good time to do a wardrobe sort-out, the new year feels like a particularly appropriate moment for a fresh start. However, sorting your wardrobe will inevitably result in finding clothes you no longer want, use or need, and there’s no better way to repurpose those items than to sell them online.
Why? Well, firstly, it’s the perfect way to practice circular fashion (opens in new tab), or at least offset the money you spend on clothes (opens in new tab). And secondly, it’s great to send unwanted clothes off to a loving new home.
What you might not realise is that eBay isn’t the only way to do it. There are plenty more options out there to ensure you get the best experience (and £££) possible. With that in mind, keep scrolling for the best sites to sell clothes online.
The best sites to sell clothes online:
1. Depop
Best for: Instagram hits. If you’ve seen an items you love all over on Instagram, chances are you’ll find it on Depop. Many influencers also sell their clothes on there, and it’s super quick to use.
What’s the commission? 10% of all sales. You also get charged straight away meaning you don’t have any nasty surprises later on.
Sell on Depop. (opens in new tab)
2. Vinted
Best for: High street clothes. This differs from eBay in that there is no auction, so your item will go for asking price, though buyers get the option to try and negotiate the price. You can also swap items with other sellers.
What’s the commission? It’s free to list and sell on Vinted, which is a big bonus (though buyers are charged a small fee). However you do only get paid when your item is received (you have to post a picture of your Post Office receipt as proof of postage), however, I’ve never had an issue with this.
Sell on Vinted. (opens in new tab)
3. Vestiaire Collective
Best for: Designer clothes. Selling designer items on eBay can be tricky, I’ve had authentic items taken down before as the site didn’t deem them authentic. Vestiaire authenticates everything for you. You can either list it yourself and then send it to Vestiaire once it’s sold so they can check everything and send on to the buyer. Or you can send the item for Vestiaire to list from the start.
What’s the commission? Yes, it’s quite high but worth it for the hassle. If you sell yourself you get about 80% of the purchase price, and if Vestiaire sells it for you that goes down to about 75%.
Sell on Vestiaire Collective. (opens in new tab)
4. Reluxe
Best for: Founded by stylist and industry veteran Clare Richardson, Reluxe is all about luxury clothing items (Ghesquiere era Balenciaga, Phoebe Philo era Chloé, Isabel Marant…), and customers and celeb ambassadors already include Amber Valletta, Bella Freud, Zinnia Kumar and Carolyn Murphy.
Working with customers, independent designers and brands, Reluxe authenticates every item and takes care of the entire process to minimise effort on the seller’s part, which is great if you are time-poor.
The concierge service ensures a collection directly from your home for ease (you can see a list of the brands Reluxe accepts here). The expert team then look after the rest including; photography, product description, pricing, listing of your items and shipment.
What’s the commission? 35%-50% depending on the value of the item(s) in your total collection (50% for items under £500, 45% for items between £500-£200 and 35% for items over £2,000). Once a month you will receive a summary of your pieces that have been sold and completed (this means that the customers’ 14 day returns period has passed) and the funds will be deposited straight into your bank account.
Sell at Reluxe. (opens in new tab)
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5. Thrift+ For Browns
Best for: Good quality pre-loved clothing, designer or high-street. Browns has launched a partnership with on-demand donation service and secondhand retail platform, Thrift+. This service allows you to easily donate unwanted clothes and accessories, giving them a new life elsewhere, all whilst making a pledge to your chosen charity and in turn earning Browns credit.
All you need to do is order a bespoke Thrift+ x Browns (opens in new tab) donation bag, pack up your pre-loved clothing and book a free collection service. Thrift+ then handles the rest, from photographing the product to listing the sales online.
What’s the commission? One-third of your sales goes to the charity of your choice, another third goes towards Thrift+ costs, and the remaining money is converted to Browns credit. So if you sell an item for £120, you’ll get £40 as credit in your Browns account, after the £40 Thrift+ and £40 charity deductions.
Sell at Thrift+ for Browns. (opens in new tab)
6. The Collabory
Best for: The Collabory allows you to sell a range of high-end designer brands, as well as a mix of contemporary mid-priced brands. They make the re-selling process as seamless as possible and will send you a pre-paid label and an eco-friendly shipping bag once your products sell.
What’s the commission? You can keep up to 65% of the value of the item sold, while The Collabory’s fee is 35% of the resale price.
Sell at The Collabory (opens in new tab)
7. Reselfridges
Best for: The new Resell service at Selfridges is perfect if you’re looking to sell pre-loved designer handbags. It works a little differently than a normal resell site in that instead of getting paid, you get store credit to spend in-store or online at seldrifges.com. Great if you want to refresh your style.
What’s the commission? Once you upload your bag pictures, the quote you get is for the full amount you’ll receive as a gift card. It’s super fast as well, with the amount being credited to you within 24 hours of your bag being verified.
Sell at Reselfridges (opens in new tab)
8. Rebelle
Best for: Designer clothes. You can either list items yourself or use the concierge service that will do it for you, a great option if you’re time-poor.
What’s the commission? The commission depends on how much your items sell for. It’s between 17% and 33% and if you sell items below €40, you get charged a flat rate of €20, so it’s only worth selling if it’s an expensive designer item.
Sell at Rebelle (opens in new tab)
9. COS resell
Best for: Cos clothing. Sure, it’s a bit niche, but if you have loads of old clothes from the brand that you’d love to sell then it’s a great way to do it. You’re also supporting Cos’s efforts to become more sustainable.
What’s the commission? 10%, so you get a good chunk from the sale, more than you might get selling elsewhere.
Sell on COS resell (opens in new tab)
10. My Circular Wardrobe
Best for: Launched by a mother and daughter team, My Circular Wardrobe’s ‘preloved at first sight’ aim is to encourage people to fall in love with buying second-hand instead of new. Whilst environmentally friendly, they want to make the experience of shopping second-hand inexpensive and luxurious. You can sell and buy items by designers and high-street brands including Chanel, Christian Louboutin, ASOS and Zara.
What’s the commission? 50% of the sale.
Sell on My Circular Wardrobe (opens in new tab)
(Image credit: Getty)
11. ASOS Marketplace
Best for: Bulk sales. ASOS Marketplace is a great place to establish your vintage online store, as you need to sell at least 15 items at a time. You’ll need high-quality second-hand or vintage pieces, and to shoot them on a model, so it’s a bit more time-consuming.
What’s the commission? £20 per month, and 20% from all items sold.
Sell on ASOS Marketplace (opens in new tab)
12. Preloved
Best for: Local sales. Preloved is a bit like Gumtree, so while you can sell items to anyone, you can also search for items based on location, which will save you postage fees. You might not make as much on here as on other sites though, so it’s better for high street pieces.
What’s the commission? It’s all free.
Sell on Preloved (opens in new tab)
12. eBay
Best for: It’s pretty good if you want to sell clothes online across any category, but as eBay doesn’t have an authentication team, it’s safer to stick to high-street brands here and use specialised platforms such as Vestiaire for designer items.
What’s the commission? You can sell up to 20 items for free, after that it goes up to £0.35 per item. Opting for a ‘buy it now’ listing instead of an auction will also cost a little more. If you’re item sells, you’ll be charged 10% of the sale including postage. eBay charges you once a month so make sure you remember as if you sell loads in a month it’ll likely sting a bit.
Sell on eBay (opens in new tab)
13. Facebook Marketplace
Best for: Local sales. It’s a similar system to Preloved, a quick and easy way to get rid of unwanted clothes, though again you might not make the most cash out of this one. This works really for things like clothing bundles.
What’s the commission? There are no listing or transaction fees.
Sell on Facebook Marketplace (opens in new tab)
14. Etsy
Best for: Vintage items. Etsy is great if you’re selling unique vintage pieces and anything that you’ve created yourself too.
What’s the commission? You’ll be charged a 3.5% transaction fee and a 3% payment processing fee.
Sell on Etsy (opens in new tab)
Best sites to sell kids’ clothes online:
Kids o’Clock
Best for: Kids’ clothes. How often have you bought or been gifted the prettiest baby clothes but have only managed to dress your tot in them once before he or she has outgrown them? This platform is the perfect antidote to this. You can shop or sell clothes and recoup the financial loss of unworn or barely worn items. There are loads of brands, from high-end (Bonpoint) to high street (Zara).
Plus, Kids o’Clock has joined forces with luxury fashion retailer Harvey Nichols to launch a first-of-its-kind childrenswear resale drop-off destination within the department store. The Kids o’Clock x Harvey Nichols resale concept is simple: called The Drop Off, customers will be encouraged to drop off their children’s pre-loved clothing at the drop-off destination in store. From there, items will be collected and re-sold globally through the Kids o’Clock website. As a reward for donating items, customers will receive a £20 voucher to spend on anything from the Harvey Nichols Childrenswear floor.
What’s the commission? 30% commission taken when uploading and selling directly onto the Kids O’Clock website. No commission is taken when dropping off at Harvey Nichols.
Complexion looking a little dull? Give clogged pores the boot with a blackhead mask that clears skin and leaves it feeling smoother and brighter. From spot treatments to face masks, these skincare products work to get rid of pesky blackheads by joining together acne-fighting ingredients. Blackheads, also known as open comedones, form when sebum and dead skin cells build up inside the follicle or pore. Because the pore is open, the material oxidizes, causing the black appearance, according to Good Housekeeping Institute Chemist Danusia Wnek. “Facial masks help to break down and gently shed this debris to treat them and with continued use, possibly prevent them,” says board-certified dermatologist Monica Li, M.D.
Over the years, our Beauty Lab experts have researched and evaluated tons of products to help our readers build their best acne skincare routine, including benzoyl peroxide products to acne face washes. Ahead, you’ll find favorites from our beauty pros and editors, top-tested brands, dermatologist recommendations and products with tried-and-true ingredients. Read on for the 15 best blackhead masks that clear out impurities and leave a brighter complexion behind.
Our top picks:
Keep scrolling to the end of our top picks for tips on what ingredients look for in a blackhead masks, plus more info on how we test.
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BEST OVERALL BLACKHEAD MASK
Caudalie
Instant Detox Mask
Key ingredients
Kaolin, bentontite
Size
2.5 oz
Fragrance
No
2
BEST VALUE BLACKHEAD MASK
L’Oréal Paris
Pure Clay Face Mask with Charcoal
Key ingredients
Kaolin
Size
1.7 oz
Fragrance
Yes
3
BEST PURIFYING BLACKHEAD MASK
Mary Kay
Clear Proof Deep-Cleansing Charcoal Mask
Key ingredients
Charcoal, kaolin and bentonite
Size
4 oz
Fragrance
No
4
BEST BLACKHEAD MASK FOR OILY SKIN
Origins
Clear Improvement Active Charcoal Mask
Key ingredients
Kaolin, bentonite, charcoal
Size
2.5 oz
Fragrance
No
5
BEST EXFOLIATING BLACKHEAD MASK
innisfree
Pore Clearing Clay Mask
Key ingredients
Lactic acid, glycolic acid, glycerin
Size
3.38 oz
Fragrance
No
6
MOST POWERFUL BLACKHEAD MASK
Aztec Secret
Indian Healing Clay
Key ingredients
Bentonite
Size
1 lb
Fragrance
No
7
BEST PURIFYING BLACKHEAD MASK
SLMD
Clear Out
Key ingredients
Salicylic acid, zinc oxide, sulfur
Size
2.1 oz
Fragrance
No
8
BEST PEEL-OFF BLACKHEAD MASK
Aveeno
Positively Radiant MaxGlow Peel Off Exfoliating Face Mask
Blue Agave & Baking Soda Instant Warming Clay Masks
Key ingredients
Kaolin
Size
0.25 oz each
Fragrance
Yes
How we chose the best blackhead masks
When testing skincare products, GH Beauty Lab scientists distribute label-masked formulas from a variety of brands to a panel of thousands of women across the country with a range of skin types. Consumer testers rate the products on factors like application, texture, scent, ease of use, irritation and look and feel of skin after using according to packaging instructions for a specific time span. GH Beauty Lab experts also take scientific measurements in the Lab using instruments to gauge product results. We gathered this list of products based on our Lab evaluations of face masks, as well as brands that performed well in testing over the years.
What to consider when shopping for blackhead masks
✔️ Breakout-fighting ingredients: Blackhead masks may contain AHAs or BHAs such as salicylic acid, lactic acid or glycolic acid. “These work by delivering gentle exfoliating effects,” Dr. Li explains. Clay ingredients absorb excess oils and skin surface impurities.
✔️ Be mindful of fragrances: For particularly sensitive skin types, it may be best to avoid fragrances and excess oils asDr. Li says it can potentially irritate or occlude the skin to worsen blackheads.
✔️Take note of usage: With some of the active ingredients such as salicylic acid, use should be based on the tolerability of one’s skin. “Generally, one to three times per week can be effective while not overly irritating the skin that may trigger more blackheads or other types of acne lesions,” she says.
Why trust Good Housekeeping?
GH ChemistDanusia Wnek develops and oversees the testing of skincare product categories in the Beauty, Health & Sustainability Lab, utilizing both lab instrumentation and consumer feedback to recommend the best products on the market. Based on years of expertise in the beauty industry and personal use, she recommended several of the blackhead masks above.
Associate Product & Reviews Editor Jacqueline Saguin collaborated with GH’s beauty experts and gathered the Lab’s past testing to write this best-of guide. She also consulted dermatologists to answer FAQs about blackhead masks.
As the new year approaches, with the coldest months of winter still ahead, we have found ourselves thinking about the best ways to stay warm when the mercury drops.
From investing in the best winter coats (opens in new tab) to styling your outwear alongside cosy cashmere scarves (opens in new tab), here at Marie Claire we have already covered several winter essentials. But what’s the best way to ensure all that warmth doesn’t escape from the top of your head? According to Bella Hadid (opens in new tab), it is to invest in a knitted balaclava or knitted bonnet.
Whichever way you choose to refer to the item, it is clear that knitted balaclavas are here to stay. After gaining traction last winter, seen on just about any and every influencer, Bella Hadid’s choice to don the item this year has further solidified the trend’s status.
Of course, a knitted bonnet or balaclava is so much more than just your average winter hat. The item is almost a hybrid of a beanie and a scarf, simultaneously keeping your head, ears and neck safe from the elements.
Several brands have created their own iterations of the trend. On the high street the likes of Arket, & Other Stories and Monki have debuted knitted bonnets, while contemporary labels like Paloma Wool and Jakke have also partaken in the trend.
By way of styling, it appears the fashion set is favouring pulling a few strands of hair out from underneath the balaclava in order to frame your face.
Keep scrolling to shop the best knitted balaclavas and bonnets available and make sure you stay warm out there.
Our What’s Fresh Beauty Edit is packed with the freshest, must-have products that should be on your radar in the new year. Discover our Haul of Fame from BareMinerals and read on to discover what to expect from every drop.
We have bareMinerals as our Haul of Fame this month featuring their Pureness Gel Cleanser. This gel cleanser is formulated to be gentle enough for all skin types, including sensitive skin. Formulated with coconut and prickly pear, it lifts away makeup, impurities and excess oil without stripping the skin.
THE PRODUCTS
The FOUR drops in our What’s Fresh Beauty Edit will land on the 6th, 13th, 20th and 27th of January. Head to the Beauty Counter every Friday to discover the new products that have landed.
Mitchell and Peach
This nourishing formula first body oil contains natural oils and Vitamin E, is delicately scented with a green floral fragrance possessing both cut-leaf freshness and intriguing depth.
Physicians Formula
Designed to complement all skin tones, the ultra-luxurious brighting anf illuminating formula brightens skin instantly and over time while keeping your skin flawlessly glowing for a flawless pearluminous finish.
Wet N Wild
This convenient eyeliner with its soft, finely-pointed felt tip gives you ultimate control over your look. Compact and fast-drying, it will have you looking fabulous in no time!
ISOCLEAN
ISOCLEAN’s Makeup Brush Cleaner will remove germs, dust, dirt, makeup, and dead skin that accumulate on your makeup tools in as little as 60 seconds.
benecos
Relax or awaken your senses, whilst gently cleansing and leaving your skin super soft to touch with the certified organic plant based BIO Shower Gels.
Goldfaden MD
With Hyaluronic Acid, Seaweed and Organic Red Tea Extract, this exfoliator polishes away dead surface skin, leaving skin brighter, clearer and younger-looking over time.
Sukin
A glow-promoting, antioxidant rich cleanser gently exfoliates to remove dead skin cells, excess sebum and makeup while also hydrating and protecting the skin.
Kleem Organics
Using nano bio-active ingredients technology, this retinol acts that act at a cellular level helping skin appear softer, smoother, healthier and more glowing over time.
Kleem Organics
Reduces dark circles, puffiness, signs of aging and damage caused by oxidative stress with this delicate eye cream formulation.
Kleem Organics
This vitamin C serum will infuse the skin with a fast-penetrating, lightweight, repairing and protecting serum for a glowing and youthful skin, helping to rapidly minimizes the signs of ageing.
NAILKIND
Achieve high-voltage glossy impact nails while treating both your nails and the planet with care with these vegan, natural, high perforemance nail colours.
Dirty Works
Formulated with shea and cocoa butters combined with sweet almond and macadamia oils, this body butter nourishes your skin and is ideal for those tackling dry, flaky skin.
Wild Science Lab
Featuring bakuchiol and hyaluronic acid, this eye serum targets puffiness and improves the appearance of dark circles and fine lines.
Spacemasks
This self-heating eye mask is infused with jasmine to promote relaxation and relieve tiredness, eye strain or headaches. It’s an ideal addition to your self-care routine.
Lanolips
Formulated for dry, thirsty skin, this multi-purpose cream nourishes and hydrates the skin, and keeps it glowing all day.
Shakeup Cosmetics
Prime, set and refresh with this multi-tasking mist with Aloe Vera to prime and hydrate your skin whenever needed. Niacinamide helps reduce appearance of pores.
Revolution Skin
This serum features a hydrating and brightening Vitamin C formula, that can be used in the morning and evening.
Revolution Skin
This cream is packed and powered by skin-loving moisturising agents. This moisturiser is the ideal AM and PM hydrator, specially formulated for drier skins.
Organic Works
Cleanse away impurities and daily grime with essential oils and plant extracts, restoring skin’s natural balance with rose geranium flower oil & aloe vera.
Mii Cosmetics
This mascara enhances follicle strength, deeply nourishes, and delivering outstanding softness. Expect a richly hydrating ‘no budge, no smudge’ jet black formula that coats each individual lash, while the flexi-wand curls, separates and lifts each lash for a fanned-out look.
The holiday season is slowly but surely wrapping up (pun intended), which means we’re headed to the middle of a cold and chilly winter. While you layer up with warm socks, cozy sweaters and slip into weather-resistant snow boots, you don’t have to sacrifice your fashion style. And, you don’t have to sacrifice convenience either: Amazon is loaded with winter clothes that not only look great, but come with the convenience of one stop shopping.
From insulated and warm winter jackets to fleece lined leggings, Amazon has you covered. Winter fashion is full of practical but fashionable outerwear, footwear and accessories. The viral “Amazon coat”, a mockneck bodysuit that’s great for layering and even a vegan leather blazer that’s great for wearing through all your day to night events can all be found on and purchased from the mega retailer. Pair warm knits with long length denim and a cute pair of boots, and you’re off for the day feeling prepared for the winter weather without losing your personal sense of style.
Whether you’re cozying up at home in ultra comfortable loungewear or looking for the best outfits for your favorite winter activities, we’ve searched and scrolled and rounded up 20 picks for winter fashion items you can score right from Amazon. Fast and free shipping, a handful of items on our list that are already on sale and the convenience of getting all your shopping done in one place makes this a winter wish come true.
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Orolay
Thickened Down Jacket
Reviews
23.9k
Star Rating
4.5
2
ANRABESS
Turtleneck Long Sleeve Sweater
Reviews
25.9k
Star Rating
4.4
3
Lands’ End
Sport Knit Pants
Reviews
4.1k
Star Rating
4.0
4
BALEAF
Fleece Lined Winter Leggings
Reviews
24.8k
Star Rating
4.4
5
KIRUNDO
Long Sleeve Knit Turtleneck Sweater
Reviews
5.8k
Star Rating
4.4
6
Aobiono
Sheer Fleece Winter Pantyhose
Reviews
2.9k
Star Rating
4.1
7
REDESS
Winter Leather Gloves
Reviews
7.4k
Star Rating
4.4
8
ANRABESS
Cowl Neck Long Sleeve Sweater Dress
Reviews
7k
Star Rating
4.1
9
Tanming
Wool Plaid A-Line Pleated Long Skirt
Reviews
1.6k
Star Rating
4.2
10
Alicegana
Warm Lace Up Snow Boots
Reviews
4.3k
Star Rating
4.3
11
Levi’s
Ribcage Bootcut Jeans
Reviews
352
Star Rating
4.2
12
ZESICA
Wrap Ruffle Knitted Sweater
Reviews
3.2k
Star Rating
4.3
13
Farktop
Waffle Knit Henley Top
Reviews
11.9k
Star Rating
4.1
14
UGG
Sherpa Oversized Scarf
Reviews
58
Star Rating
4.5
15
Lands’ End
Flannel Long Sleeve Shirt
Reviews
402
Star Rating
4.6
Reviews
29.9k
Star Rating
4.8
17
MANGOPOP
Mock Turtleneck Long Sleeve Bodysuit
Reviews
39k
Star Rating
4.4
18
Sam Edelman
Laguna Chelsea Boot
Reviews
782
Star Rating
4.5
19
BlankNYC
Vegan Leather Blazer
Reviews
45
Star Rating
3.9
20
Levi’s
Breanna Puffer Jacket
Reviews
207
Star Rating
4.3
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When it comes to staying cosy in the wintertime, nothing beats a cashmere jumper. Alongside the best cosy cashmere scarves (opens in new tab), cashmere jumpers are a secret weapon in ensuring you remain warm, no matter what the weather may throw at you.
Cashmere is a great fabric to rely on for its warmth but also for its comfort and durability (opens in new tab), and although it may err on the pricier side of things, it is certainly a wardrobe staple you will wear for years to come. If you care for your cashmere in the correct way and follow all the washing instructions, it can be an investment piece that stays in your wardrobe, providing seasons of use.
When investing in a cashmere jumper, it is important to take into account colour and silhouette. If you’re looking for a wardrobe staple, we’d suggest a neutral shade, though it can always be fun to invest in something more statement too!
Keep scrolling to read about how to care for your cashmere and then shop best cashmere jumpers around.
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What is cashmere?
You might know that cashmere is a more luxurious type of wool, and therefore is more expensive, but do you know why? That is because it comes from a specific type of goat, the cashmere goat, which produces finer, softer hair. Each goat sheds its hair once a year, and there isn’t much of it, so it makes the fibre rarer and therefore pricier.
How to wash cashmere:
I’ve ruined many a cashmere jumper because I’ve either been too lazy or ignorant to wash it by hand. So first off, you’ll want to check the care label as some cashmere jumpers are machine washable (M&S do a great line), but others aren’t. Usually, you’ll need to wash them by hand in warm – but not hot – water, or in certain rare cases, dry clean only. Make sure you also lay it flat to dry so that it doesn’t lose its shape, we have a full guide on how to wash and store cashmere here (opens in new tab).
Best cashmere jumpers:
While cashmere is known for being a little more expensive, there are options available for different budgets. On the high street, you’ll be hard-pressed to beat John Lewis & Partners, M&S or Uniqlo, which all have a great range of jumpers and cardigans in various colours, under £100. If you’re looking to invest in a designer piece make sure to check out the selection at Net-a-Porter and MATCHESFASHION.
Keep scrolling to shop our edit of the best cashmere jumpers, including both 100% cashmere styles and cashmere blends.
It’s that time of year again — winter is upon us. And there’s no better accessory to pair with your new chunky knit than a chic, mod mani peeking out from your sleeves. Though we’ll take any excuse to get our nails done, painting nails with a polish also serves a purpose: When it comes to nails in the winter, it’s actually better not to go bare.
“Nails tend to peel and crack more in the winter, so wearing polish actually helps guard them from the conditions,” says Marcy L. Street, M.D., founder and medical director of Doctor’s Approach Dermatology in Okemos, MI. Of course, don’t forget to take care of your cuticles and hands: Stash a hand cream with thick emollients in your purse or at your desk to smooth on throughout the day.
But wearing nail polish isn’t just a preventative measure in the winter. It’s also a fun way to show off your personality and embrace current trends. “Winter is the time for darker, warmer colors. Warm reddish browns are very popular right now,” says Eunice Park, Research and Development Manager from Aprés Nail. “Burgundy is also a classic winter color you can’t go wrong with.” And with more than 20.1 million views on TikTok, the emerging peekaboo nail trend is also set to take off this winter (the trend was also seen during New York Fashion Week). “The peekaboo look has one color/design on the bottom of the nail and another color/design on the top,” Park adds.
Ahead, check out these luxe lacquers to keep your nails in tip-top shape and on trend. Whether you’re searching for winter nail colors for dark skin, fair skin or anything in between, here are the best nail polish colors for winter.
Our top picks:
Looking for more ways to keep your fingertips in top shape this winter? Check out our guides to the best cuticle oils and festive holiday nail art ideas.
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Evergreen
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Nail Lacquer in Things I’ve Seen in Aber-green
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Champagne Gold
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Nail Lacquer in Fall-ing for Milan
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Taupe Gray
Essie
Nail Lacquer in Easily Suede
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Rich Merlot
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Miracle Gel Nail Polish in Can’t Beet Royalty
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Sheer Peony
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Nail Lacquer in Ballet Slippers
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Rustic Rose
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Nail Polish in Rocky Rose
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Striking Silver
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ColorStay Gel Envy Nail Enamel in Silky Negligee
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Terracotta
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Nail Polish in Sunkissed
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Metallic Blue
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Miracle Gel The School for Good and Evil in The Storian
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Deep Crimson
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Plant Power Nail Polish in Swear By Salutation
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Twilight Purple
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Nail Lacquer in Leonardo’s Model Color
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Subtle Blush
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Nail Lacquer in Royal Appointment
Catharine Malzahn Beauty Assistant Catharine (she/her) is the beauty assistant at Good Housekeeping, Woman’s Day and Prevention, working closely with the Good Housekeeping Institute Beauty Lab to write science-backed beauty content.
Katie Berohn Katie Berohn is the Beauty Assistant at Good Housekeeping, Woman’s Day and Prevention magazines, all part of the Hearst Lifestyle Group.
Emily in Paris (opens in new tab) returned to our screens this week, and in the news that will surprise precisely no one, people can’t stop talking about the fashion (opens in new tab). For Season 3, we see the return of Emily’s well-documented (opens in new tab)colourful aesthetic, while her group of fun, Paris-based friends seem to have also taken on her bold sense of style.
Unsurprisingly, the show is not lacking in noteworthy fashion moments, with many buzzy, It-brands garnering airtime on the Netflix series. From Jacquemus (opens in new tab) to Magda Butrym and Schiaparelli, this season the cast has sported several of the fashion industry’s favourites, and they all deserve a sport on your radar. (If they’re not already there, of course).
While sadly, many of the exact items seen on the show are already sold out, that doesn’t mean you can’t shop from the rest of the labels’ equally stylish selections. Keep scrolling for 6 noteworthy brands spotted in Emily in Paris.
1. Magda Butrym
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Magda Butrym Appliquéd silk-organza mini dress
Known for her floral appliqués and embellishments a plenty, Polish designer Magda Butrym has become a fashion industry favourite since launching her line in 2014.
2. Jacquemus
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Jacqeumus Marino crepe double-breasted blazer
Thanks to its unique designs and Insta-worthy viral runway moments, Jacquemus has become a veritable household name in recent years. The French label looks right at home on Camille Razat.
3. Essentiel Antwerp
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Essentiel Antwerp Corleone stripe-knit jumper
Specialising in abstract prints and colourful designs, we’re hardly surprised that Essentiel Antwerp is a brand that Emily is championing. Statement shades are right up her street.
4. Schiaparelli
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Schiaparelli, Anatomy Cardigan Jacket
Schiaparelli is a storied luxury brand with a history of surrealist takes on fashion. This gilded ear motif is just one example of the way the brand has played with the concept of surrealism in recent collections.
5. Mira Mikati
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Mira Mikati, Rainbow Sun Embroidered Jacket
Bold colours and fun prints are at the heart of Mira Mikati’s designs, making the brand a perfect choice for Emily In Paris’ statement-making protagonist.
6. Giuseppe di Morabito
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Giuseppe Di Morabito feather-trim jumper
Corsetry, feathers and unique silhouettes are a hallmark of Giuseppe Di Morabito’s collections. The Italian designer certainly has a flair for party dressing, and as luck would have it, Emily attends quite a lot of those.
