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Contents

FA S H I ON 9

Lust Have Kate Spade’s striped mini tote bag

Wishlist This month’s

Agenda Catwalk trends

Radar Chic swim labels and psychedelic swirls

Street Style Woven

Boutique Brands To Support

Coral Crush Dive in

Minimal Cover Effortlessly simple summer style

Luxe For Less HFM’s purse-

most stylish buys for a great escape

wonders in ravishing raffia

Get behind these Brit labels to jewellery’s latest trend

friendly edit, plus how to wear citrus brights Style Up Accessories to

boost your wardrobe

F E AT U R E S 24

Forever Like Foxes

Singer songwriter Louisa Rose Allen talks to HFM The Power Of Woman

Designer Tory Burch tells us about what inspires her Scene Stealer Spanish

actress Úrsula Corberó

B E AU T 88

Beauty Influe Short Haul C

What do the pack for a sunshine brea

Beauty Edit

Applied Beaut

Smell the sce how to give a healthy flus puffy eyes pa Embrace your with texture c Body Boost

Fix your sleep dump last yea and learn to r your self-estee

L I F E ST Y L E 53

Kelly’s Style Chatter

Kelly Eastwood’s adventures and must-haves

102 Bijou Balconies Insta-worthy inspiration for a small but perfect corner of paradise 104 California Magic Founder of US brand Rails, Jeff Abrams’ beautiful Montecito home 110 Club Tropicana Outdoor entertaining in style

COVER PHOTO & TOP LEFT: RHYS FRAMPTON CLOTHES & ACCESSORIES, ALL DIOR PHOTO (RIGHT): KATE DAVIS-MACLEOD ADDITIONAL PHOTOS: GORUNWAY

R EGU L A R S 6

Editor’s Letter

Feeds To Follow

Welcome to the new issue of HFM Stylish inspiration from Instagram Hello! Fashion Loves

Pretty in pastels

113 Hot Dates Your cultural life is sorted! 114 Fashion Fantasy Model and DJ Harley Viera-Newton

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Inside the...

SUMMER SPECIAL

Clare Made the most of our new-found freedom for dressing up and going OUT, OUT, OUT!

The team Enjoyed a day at the beach with cover star Foxes. This girl k knows how to work a dress.

Alice Investigated the beneﬁts of a good blusher – and we’re all looking a lot perkier.

Rachel Discovered this stunning celestial b celet by brac Astle ey Clarke. It’s o on our Wishlist and is set to o sell out, so be quick!

The team Shot model Megan Williams and chatted to her about her eco coffee cup business, Hunu.

Jill Followed the swirly prints memo in Radar, this one is from the new MiB collection at Ted Baker.

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Back from maternity leave, our beauty director tested the latest summer lipsticks.

Handpicked the best swimwear and sweaters to team on our summer staycations – this is the UK after all – brrr! HELLOFASHION.COM

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Charlotte

Jodie

This issue would normally be our holiday special, but some of those trips we once took for granted are sadly in limbo. But Covid cannot cancel summer and so, instead, we’ve made it a celebration of glorious style buys that will look just as brilliant on a beach break as in your back garden. As what we’ve realised over the past year is how to adapt and that good things are worth the wait. Our cover star, Foxes, took a three-year hiatus from music to reset and she’s back stronger and more self-assured. Read her story and how she’s carving out a career worth pausing for. Plus, the small fashion brands to support, how to pimp your balcony and the products the beauty experts are packing. Enjoy!

The HFM team love making this magazine for you – here’s what we got up to this month...

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Dress, £370, Mara Hoffman

Sandals, £740, Aquazzura

Bag, £1,450, Loewe

Swimsuit, £168, Andrea Iyamah

Top, £215, Amotea

GABRIELA HEARST

Style tip

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The trick is to mix the old with the new. Pair your new-season investments with one-of-a-kind pieces picked up on your travels for a totally unique look

Trousers, £510, Amotea

W IT H B

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ROSE TINTED

BABY BLUES

ARTIST COLLAB

Set with white sapphires and decorated with sunrise and compass celestial motifs. Bracelet, £195, Astley Clarke

A pink-hued bouquet of red fruit and rose petal botanicals. Rose Sainte Marie gin, £40, Salcombe Gin

Loved by the likes of Bella Hadid and Dua Lipa, this enamel jewellery brand is one to watch. Ring, £675, Bea Bongiasca

Luke Edward Hall brings his romantic designs to this Positanoinspired bone china charger. Plate, £114, Emporio Sirenuse

OCEAN INSPIRED

SHADE SEEKER

Channel tropical beach vibes this summer with these multicoloured shell earrings. Earrings, £52, Mayol

Hand-woven from natural tequila straw-grown in Ecuador providing natural UV protection. Hat, £189, Janessa Leone

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CELESTIAL CHAIN

M A K I N G W AV E S

PA S T E L PAT C H W O R K

Missoni’s signature kaleidoscope-style prints will add a serious dose of luxe to your vacation wardrobe. Wear yours on the beach and beyond. Swimsuit, £470, Missoni

Sky blue, apricot and cream printed leather make for the perfect accessory to team with denim. We love the handy ﬁt-everything size. Tote, £1,250, Mulberry

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E S E AS ON’S BIGG EST CATWALK TR ENDS

D R I E S VA N N O T E

Whether you’re embracing a staycation, or planning to go further afield, we’ve got every holiday wardrobe scenario covered…

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Bracelet, £470, Dior

ACNE STUDIOS

Sliders, £265, Emilio Pucci

Sunglasses,, £265, Magda Butrym y x Linda Farrrow

Pleasure

SEEKER

Bag, £199, Staud

T-shirt, £350, Gucci

While club culture as we know it may not be the same as before, it won’t stop ﬂocks of partygoers from descending on beaches in the likes of Ibiza and Mykonos for a hedonistic holiday. y Look to the 90s for inspiration, with acid brights and sexy slip dresses, and pa arty like you’ve never partied beforre…

Sandals, £860, Roger Vivier

VERSACE

Dress, £98, House of Sunny

Skirt, £510, Acne Studios

Style tip

Swimsuit, £154, Reina Olga

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Versace invited us to discover the underwater world of ‘Versacepolis’ this season. It’s all about coral brights, tropical prints and lots of rhinestone starﬁsh

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Leather romper, £4,300, Dior OPPOSITE Dress, £3,300, Bag, £3,450, both Dioriviera by Dior Trainers, £850, Socks, £280, Ring, £280, all Dior Bracelets (set of two), £330, Dioriviera by Dior

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Necklace,, £467, Lizzie Fortunato

unglasses, £89, B Eyewear Bird

MISSONI

Shirt, £125, Aardes

Dress, £370, Mara Hoffman

Sandals, £740, Aquazzura

Bag, £1,450, Loewe

Swimsuit, £168, Andrea Iyamah

Top, £215, Amotea

GABRIELA HEARST

Style tip

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The trick is to mix the old with the new. Pair your new-season investments with one-of-a-kind pieces picked up on your travels for a totally unique look

Trousers, £510, Amotea

huge passion for fashion and clothes.” Fairly recently her mum, Jane Allen, opened a vintage clothing stall on Brick Lane, where Lou sometimes helps out. “Yeah, it’s cool. She’d always wanted to and plucked up the courage. I’m really proud of her for doing that.” What is her favourite vintage find personally, we ask? “There are quite a few things, I love a charity shop hunt; but the best is a Chanel bag I found in Winchester for £4. I felt really bad actually and ended up paying more for it.” Growing up, she tells us, she admired Cyndi Lauper’s style. “I love character and colour clashing, so I used to love her, but I also took a lot of inspiration from film characters, Mathilda in Léon and also a lot of Japanese anime, which sounds mental but they do the best colour combinations and the outfits are quite mad.” Now she loves Acne Studios, Supreme and Ganni, “I’ve only worn tracksuits for a year now,” she laughs. Now aged 32 with a new album, how does she feel she has changed? “A lot! I’ve grown up and now feel a lot more comfortable in my own self. I feel more grounded, obviously when you’re young, well I was, kind of up in the clouds. Now I feel I can stand in my own power a bit more.” ■ Go to hellofashion.com to watch our cover shoot video

FROM TOP The singer performing at Plug in Sheffield; working a pant suit at the Sonia Rykiel runway show at Paris Fashion Week; she loves hanging out with her dog Tiny Hiro: “Didn’t think you’d get this BIG… hence calling you TINY Hiro, but we love you even more now”

LOU’ S WO R L D What’s on your playlist right now? I try to listen to as much new music as possible – so at the moment there is Muna, which is an amazing band who play their own instruments. Also a band called Sault, then SG Lewis, Bicep, Mogwai, Loyle Carner, Waxahatchee and Georgia, which is brilliant. Can you describe what you are wearing today?

Because of lockdown, I live in tracksuits, I can’t deny it. This black one is Pangaia, they are sustainably made and are quite fun as well, because they’ve got some great pastel colours. I’ve tried to kind of snazz them up a bit by wearing mules with them. I probably look nuts, but I think that’s what’s good about east London. You can. What was the last text you sent?

I’m finishing the album at the moment, so I did actually send a verse for a new song to the producer I’m working with. It could be a lot worse, there are a lot of strange conversations happening on my phone. How has your lockdown been?

It’s been up and down; I think it’s been the same for everyone. You have good and bad days. I’ve done a lot of checking in on friends. I’ve felt weirdly more connected with a lot of people and have started talking to some I hadn’t spoken to in a really long time. So in that way it is nice. But I think we’re all a bit sick of it now. It’s been like a rollercoaster that I want to get off – get me off! Where is the first place you’ll head post-lockdown?

A beer garden with friends, I can’t wait. I don’t care if it rains, I’ll be there with an umbrella.

Can you tell us about your pet dog?

He’s called Hiro and he lives up to his name. It was my little niece who actually named him Tiny Hiro. I thought he was a toy cockapoo and then he grew and grew and grew. And I ended up with a proper medium to large dog – there’s more to love. What was the last holiday you took?

Italy, which is probably my favourite place in the world. I went to Lucca in the north. And the last box-set you watched? The Sopranos – series one to six. Describe your perfect day...

Waking up with the sun shining with someone I love and loads of laughing. Then having all my friends around making cocktails and dancing in the kitchen. The Dioriviera pop-up is at Selfridges from 3 June-31 June

L E O N A R D PA R I S

AG E N DA

Knit , Casablanca Trousers, £216, Aje Dress, £395, Jonathan Simkhai

Dress, £650, Three Graces London

Rope p be eltt, £65, Zeus + D one

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Nautical notes appeared at a Na nnumber of SS21 shows. From i or stripes and boater hats at Jasson Wu, to rope and yacht prints at Emilia Wickstead nd Etro, if you’re planning a un-soaked beach staycation, we suggest you adopt this marine mood head-to-toe.

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Hat, £98, The White Company

Sandals, £365, Isabel Marant

Bag, £395, Kate Spade Swimsuit, £345, Etro

ETRO

Style tip A cute, kitsch accessory can bring your look to life. Simply opt for a statement bag or shoe, and pair with a navy dress and widebrimmed sun hat, and you’re set

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Necklace, £176, Johanna Ortiz

Blouse, £650, Camilla

ACNE STUDIOS

Sandals, £630, Gabriela Hearst

Clutch, £185, Cult Gaia

Balmy

BOHEMIA Fendi and Alberta Ferretti offered up plenty of inspiration for the bare-footed d bohemians among us. This modern manifestation came in the form of ﬂoaty maxi dresses, trinkety shell necklaces and embellished gladiator sandals. Young hearts, run free!

Dress, £158, Free People

Dress, £1,369, Silvia Tcherassi Skirt, £435, Veronica Beard

Bag, B g, £375, g Y Yuzeﬁ

Swimsuit, £320, Zimmermann

Keep your details subtle but impactful. Go for earthy-hued patchworks, paisley prints and extreme fringed accessories. Now time to hit the beach!

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AG E N DA

Hat, £155, Philosophy di Lorenzo Seraﬁni

ANNA SUI

Swimsuit, £195, Abysse

Sung Isabel Marant

Adventure

JUNKIE

Jumpsuit, £510, Ulla Johnson

While some may be more inclined to lie on a beach and do very little on holiday (no judgement here), others may get itchy feet at the mere thought. Whether it’s hiking or surﬁng, you’ll need to be wardrobe ready; think all-in-ones, rash vests and technical footwear.

Sandals, £140, Loefﬂer Randall

Water bottle, £490, Fendi

Top, £192, Shorts, £204, Terry

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Practical dressing needn’t be boring. Forgo conventional darker shades in favour of pastel pinks, yellows and greens. And get yourself some terry towelling...

PHOTOS: GORUNWAY, SHUTTERSTOCK

Bag, £665, Kenzo

SPORTMAX

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STYLE FIX

T H E I T E M S H I T T I N G T H E TO P O F O U R W I S H L I ST T H I S M ON T H. . .

hether you’re set to jet off somewhere far-flung, or more likely catching the rays from your back garden, the holiday collection from F&F offers some much-needed fashion escapism this summer. The swimwear range nods to exotic getaways, with bright tropical prints in shades of sea blue and cheery yellow, shown here on this flattering two-piece. The high waist and tie-belt detail celebrate curves, while the ruffle strap and bow on the bikini top add a feminine twist. The F&F holiday shop is your one-stop for elevated basics, such as these wear-anywhere sliders with woven detail. In versatile tan, they’ll work as well paired with the bikini and an oversized shirt as with a maxi dress, giving the wow factor to those longawaited summer socials.

Bikini top, £10, Bottoms, £10, Sandals, £13, all F&F, available from select Tesco stores and next.co.uk

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Dress, £10,500, Bralet, £650, Shorts, £670, all Dior

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Forever

Foxes like

For singer-songwriter Louisa Rose Allen, better known as Foxes, writing music in her bedroom has led to international success. Here, she talks about the importance of being surrounded by strong females and finding inspiration in the jungle Words B E C K Y D O N A L D S O N Styling L A U R A W E AT H E R B U R N Photography R H Y S F R A M P T O N

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efore taking a threeyear “gamechanging hiatus” from music in 2017, Louisa (Lou) Rose Allen had spent eight years consumed in her artist persona, Foxes. In that time she released two studio albums, Glorious and All I Need, collaborated with Zedd on Grammy-winning Clarity, released six UK top 40 singles and wrote lyrics for Rudimental, Kygo, Sub Focus and Giorgio Moroder. “The three years definitely happened for a reason. I needed to take a pause to realign my life – what I was doing and why. I can’t describe how it is to be back, but I’m now properly in the game again.” Lou was just 19 when things quickly started to accelerate. Her sister, Holly, had persuaded her to abandon the beauty therapy course she’d enrolled on in her hometown of Hampshire, move to London and sleep on her sofa to pursue her ambition of becoming a musician. She began doing open-mic nights and using SoundCloud to upload demos. “A sync company somehow heard some of my very early tracks and ended up using them on the last series of Gossip Girl. I’d been a really massive fan of the show and remember thinking, this is just mental. In a kind of underground blog way, my music had travelled to America from my bedroom. It was such an unexpected thing; I signed a major record deal with Sony very soon after that.” But the big gamechanger came when German DJ and record producer Zedd approached her to collaborate on single Clarity, which peaked at number eight on the US Billboard charts, reached number one on the Dance chart and proceeded to win Best Dance Recording at the 56th Grammy Awards. “It was another one of those moments. I was in east London, seeing what was happening in America, but I wasn’t there to be in it or hear it being played on the radio. It was a really big turning point, and it was only really when I arrived at the Grammys that I realised [the magnitude], although I still didn’t process any of it – it was all suddenly happening.

“But there were two sides, I remember it being such an incredible thing to be part of, and I was so grateful for the journey I could go on with Zedd [she went on the road with him for a year], which was way bigger than I ever thought my music would go. But then I think a lot of people thought, because that song became so massive, I was going to release something similar, but my music is actually a bit of a different genre.” She obviously needn’t have worried as, soon, she became an artist in her own right. And when she signed to Sony, the entire first album she’d written in her bedroom, between the ages of 16 and 18, was ready to go. “In my eyes, and at the time, I thought that no-one’s going to hear this,” she laughs. “I think it’s quite rare to sign with a major and already have most of your material ready.” Unusually, for a musician of such a young age, Lou has had full artistic control over her image, sound and live shows (something she sorely misses as a platform, while they are on hold during the pandemic), from the start. “I think, automatically, if you’re signed to a major label, people think you’re a built machine, a lot of people didn’t realise that I had artistic control.” She laughs when explaining that even her brother didn’t: “I remember him turning around to me in a car, when I first signed, saying, ‘So who writes your songs?’. And I said, ‘Me! I write them’. And he was like, ‘No, don’t’,” she smiles. But not only does Lou write for herself, but for other musicians. “In the early days, I remember ending up with so many extra songs that I asked my management if there was anyone we could give them to. We sent a few out and, to my surprise, a lot came back with a yes. “I ended up working with Rudimental, Giorgio Moroder and all sorts of people. It gave me an insight into these other artists’ worlds and it’s really interesting to experience someone else’s story, you learn a lot from that.” But then came a point that, having spent her 20s enveloped in the industry, she began to realise she had perhaps missed out on some life experiences. “It’s funny, because I’d done a lot, but it was almost in a guarded way, because it was within music. “So, it wasn’t just running off and making mistakes without any pressure. During my time off, it may sound corny, but I did a lot of soul searching and a lot of grounding – and I guess started living an adult life that wasn’t just in the industry.” During her hiatus, she did just that. “I ended up

‘IN AN UNDERGROUND BLOG WAY, MY MUSIC HAD TRAVELLED TO AMERICA FROM MY BEDROOM’

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OLIVIA ROSE THE LABEL Founded by Olivia Rose Havelock in 2017, her thoroughly romantic pieces (puff sleeves, squared necklines and waist-cinching bodices) are handmade to order from her studio in Edinburgh, and each piece takes four to six hours to complete. Olivia is a one-woman team and does everything herself, from designing, fabric sourcing and sewing, to personally sending each item, along with a hand-written note. “Because I handmake every item to order, I am able to offer custom sizing for all – any shape, size, height – at no extra cost. Every body is welcome here.” Prices from £150, oliviarosethelabel.com

SILKED LONDON Stephanie Beard launched her London-based clothing brand this year. She creates a tightly-edited collection of eight ‘forever’ silhouettes (including a shirt, kimono, slip dress and cami top) that are available in just three colourways and made from 100% silk. She also works on the simple premise that the more you wear an item the more sustainable it becomes. Her aim is to create trans-seasonal and traditional clothing after struggling herself to pack for multiple destinations and climates. “I wanted to create a womenswear brand that focused on the pieces that stand the test of time and are the easy go-to items that won’t let you down – and what material feels more luxurious than silk?” Prices from £165, silkedlondon.com HELLOFASHION.COM

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Ring, £160, Oscar de la Renta

DIOR

Necklace, £279, Farra at wolfandbadger.com

Necklace, £356, Lizzie Fortunato

Earrings, £278, Timeless Pearly

TREND

CORAL CRUSH Ring, £1,500, L’Atelier Nawbar Earrings, £645, Begum Khan Necklace, £1,360, Goossens Paris Single earring, £600, Jacquie Aiche

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The tropic treasure has had an update for S 1 with luxe gold, pear and gemst nes. Come on, dive in!

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Leather romper, £4,300, Dior OPPOSITE Dress, £3,300, Bag, £3,450, both Dioriviera by Dior Trainers, £850, Socks, £280, Ring, £280, all Dior Bracelets (set of two), £330, Dioriviera by Dior

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doing some mental stuff, like going to a couple of songwriting camps in the Nicaraguan jungle, surrounded by lots of strange animals. There I could write without the pressure. That was really nice, because it didn’t matter if it was good, or awful – I was doing it because I loved it.” And plenty of those songs made it onto her forthcoming new album. “Yes, most of them are definitely existing in the real world,” she affirms. “I’ve always described the writing process as cathartic. Something I learnt really early on was that writing things down is a really good way of releasing stuff into the ether and letting it go. So I would do that anyway growing up, I’ve always found it really funny that now lots of people are hearing it.” We ask if she’s had people question if a certain song is actually about them. “Oh, yeah, definitely. A lot of ex-boyfriends,” she chortles. “Some probably haven’t been that happy that I’ve written them. “My second album was around a break-up and I tend to write about very intense emotional things, so obviously, that would be part of it. I’ve learnt to stop focusing on break-ups as I’ve grown a bit older, I actually prefer writing about more permanent fixtures in life.” Like Friends In The Corner, a melancholic single from the new album about her close-knit group of childhood friends, and the vulnerability of growing older that they all shared they were feeling on a weekend away together. “When I took that time off, I spent a lot of it with friends that I’ve grown up with, and maybe we hadn’t seen each other as much as we’d liked. We were, by then, in our late 20s, when you get that thing where you start spinning out slightly. “All these feelings start coming up and there’s a lot of pressure when you start growing into yourself more. I remember looking around and seeing this in some of my friends on the trip. “We all connected and were actually just really honest for once. We weren’t putting up that, ‘everything’s going to be fine’ barrier. We admitted we were struggling a bit. I think lockdown really showed that as well, it brought with it a lot of vulnerability.” Another single on the album is Kathleen, which she wrote about her grandmother. “She is a legend. She did things before everyone else – she was this hardcore feminist, really environmentallyconscious – she was basically doing all the things we’re supposed to be doing now. And she was also an English teacher, so has always inspired me by feeding me with loads of poetry, books and all sorts.” When Lou was coming out of a turbulent relationship, she visited her. “Because I do when things go a bit wrong in my life,” she says. “My

grandma ended up giving me the most amazing advice, which I recorded on my iPhone. I thought, this is gold, I need to remember it. “Then a couple of weeks later, I went into the studio and was a bit stuck about what to write – I was coming to the end of writing the album. I put on my voice notes and I found her recording and thought, not only do I need to hear this, but everyone does. I need to write a song about it. So it’s an ode to her – the chorus is her giving me advice. It’s definitely a really personal song for me that I’ll always cherish.” During her early career, Lou spent a lot of time in Los Angeles and Hollywood. Another song on the album is a very raw and honest account of the experiences she had there. “It was a really brilliant time, but the more I went back and forth between LA and London, the lonelier I became. I started to notice there was a lonely side to the city that wasn’t as authentic as I thought it was. “I really need family and friends around me to flourish and, when I was spending a lot of time in LA, I realised just how important that actually was. That was around the time I thought, hang on a minute, I need to take a break and figure out where my mates are. Then we went straight into lockdown and I was on my own again!” she laughs. Growing up in Hampshire, Lou remembers always wanting to run off to London. “My sister had moved there and I felt a little bit left behind. So I remember wanting to write music to escape.” She started that process aged 12 and the first full song she penned was called Like Foxes Do, “Because foxes mate for life – so it’s quite bizarre and it’s probably the worst song,” she jokes. But it did have a significance, as that’s where the name Foxes stemmed from. “Obviously I had a thing about foxes,” she laughs. “But there were actually quite a few reasons that led me to call myself that. I’d always wanted to have a name that wasn’t my own, to be a bit more ambiguous and to let the music live in its own world. And I felt that foxes really resonated with the music I was making. “Another reason is that when I told my mum about the name she just went, ‘What?’. Then she told me she’d had a dream a couple of nights before that all these foxes were running up our street howling. “And then, I thought about foxes and how they make the worst noises in the world. But she said in the dream it was a nice sound and she knew it was meant to be. I just remember thinking it’s nice that my mum was connected to it.” Lou, her mum and her sister have a close bond. “My mum was a single parent, so there was a lot of strong female energy in the house. I have a lot of respect for my mum – and in my eyes she’s a fashion icon, I’ve always been surrounded by a

‘WRITING IS A GOOD WAY OF RELEASING STUFF INTO THE ETHER AND LETTING IT GO’

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Vest, £24.90, Uniqlo Bikini bottoms, £85, Vanessa Sposi Earrings, £140, Deborah Blyth OPPOSITE Swimsuit, £300, Eres Ring, £95, Monica Vinader

Swimsuit, £165, Vanessa Sposi OPPOSITE Top, £199, Trousers, £169, both Claudie Pierlot Sandals, £195, Aeyde Ring (just seen), as before, Monica Vinader

Swimsuit, £270, Everae OPPOSITE Jumper, £410, Acne Studios Bikini bottoms, £135 (including bikini top), Hunza G Ring, as before, Monica Vinader

Fashion assistant Francesca Scott Hair & make-up Camilla Hewitt at One Represents using Nars and Ouai Photographer’s assistants Neal Jackson & Mark Lincoln Model Megan Williams at Premier Model Management Location Courtesy of shootfactory.co.uk Thanks to wellcurated.co.uk

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Bag, £595, Tissa Fontaneda

Forever piece

Having cut her teeth at Loewe, Tissa Fontaneda is now known for her namesake collection. Head to the flagship Marylebone store to check out the hand-crafted Spanish nappa leather; her signature Bubble Bag and matching accessories are set to make an iconic duo this summer.

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All dressed up With somewhere to go! Finally! We’ll be wearing statement dresses for the foreseeable, with trainers for day and heeled sandals for night. Dress, £110, Sister Jane

Easy tiger

Dress, £25, Sliders, £14, Tu at Sainsbury’s

Marks & Spencer knows its way round a flattering bikini. We love this structured bust and the high waist. Top, £25, Bottoms, £14, Marks & Spencer

Fancy footwork The woven straps and soft pastel palette make these the perfect pair of summer holiday heels. Shoes, £89, And/Or at John Lewis & Partners

Wardrobe staple

Switch out your trusty jeans for a high-waisted denim skirt and tuck in a pretty printed blouse or comfy bodysuit to finish. Skirt, £49, Oasis

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TO P -TO TONA L Colour block confidently, experimenting with varying gradients and textures. Dress, £260, Sandro Mules, £90, Dune Earrings, £25.95, Seol + Gold

Necklace, £790

White gold bangles, £1,090 each, White gold rings, £1,290 each, Yellow gold ring, £1,290, all Pandora

RosaRio Dawson We caught up with actress and activist, Rosario Dawson, about her new role championing a brighter future with infinite possibilities in Pandora’s first-ever sustainably lab-created diamond collection, Pandora Brilliance. What does it mean to you to be a Pandora brand ambassador? What I love about the brand is its ethos of inclusivity and also the commitments it has made to sustainability – particularly in recent years. It feels really natural and authentic to be working with a brand that shares the same values as me. The price point of lab-created diamonds is much more accessible – was this level of inclusivity something that appealed to you? Diamonds are traditionally associated with romance and gifting, but what I love about this collection is that it’s open to everyone – it turns tradition on its head and encourages everyone to purchase something for themselves. I love the idea of buying yourself a special piece of jewellery as commitment to your future or a symbol of everything you’ve achieved – there’s a real sense of empowerment to it. Tell us about your commitment to sustainability... In 2013, I co-founded Studio 189, a sustainable fashion and media lifestyle brand, with the incredibly talented Abrima Erwiah. We work

with artisanal communities in Africa, who specialise in traditional craftsmanship techniques, which has created jobs, supported education and provided skills training. Is your teenage daughter, Isabella, excited about you working with Pandora? She is so excited! What’s really special about it is that it’s a brand that many girls have grown up with and collected over the years. Isabella really loves the charms and bracelets, so we’re excited to start building our own collection together. I like to switch up my look, depending on how I’m feeling that day, but generally I like to wear a few key pieces. Stacked rings and a simple hoop will definitely be my go-to look for this collection. The campaign message revolves around the idea of ‘infinite possibilities’ – was this something you connected with? Absolutely. I’ve always been so passionate about helping and supporting women, in particular, and I know how powerful it is to have that sense of self-belief and confidence. Not only can it help you to realise your dreams, but it also helps you to be resilient and overcome obstacles along the way. For me that confidence was instilled at a young age from my own mother – who has always been my guiding light and all-round powerhouse!

Necklace, £1,090

Earrings, £275

Ring, £690

Bracelet, £350

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Sweater, £190, Re/Done

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Bag, £215, Staud

SEVENTIES PRINTS When it comes to mood-boosting outfits, it doesn’t get much more happy-go-lucky than this. Think Austin Powers meets Woodstock and go for a more-is-more approach, with rainbow sweaters, paisley swirls and psychedelic prints, all worn with a free-spirited attitude.

Kimono, £1,295, Louisa Parris

Dress, £725, Zimmermann Shorts, £320, La DoubleJ

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Beach bound If this trend feels a little OTT for everyday city life, try incorporating a vibrant tiedye dress into your holiday wardrobe arsenal

Espadrilles, £335, Missoni

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hen launching her eponymous brand in 2004, it is clear that Tory Burch approached it with a pragmatism evident in all she does. Based on her own personal tastes, her starting point was to create pieces that she found impossibly hard to locate, and that didn’t cost a fortune. “It was things I myself was missing that are chic and timeless,” she tells us, on a Zoom call from New York. “I was young and couldn’t, nor did I want to, spend on designer prices all of the time. But I wanted the quality and, quite honestly, felt that wasn’t being offered in the market at that time.” To raise backing she approached around 150 investors, telling them to only put in what they could afford to lose. “I was so terrified of taking other people’s money,” she smiles. “And they were surprised [by this honesty] and believed in me. But only time would tell and no-one had any idea if it would work, including myself.” The first pieces went on sale at an in-store ‘party’ at the launch of her shop in New York – and sold out immediately. “We basically sold through our inventory; we were packed – it was almost as if we were giving everything away. “It was an exciting moment to think that maybe we were on to something, however we had no idea where it would go.” Brand Tory Burch now has over 300 stores worldwide The ethos behind Tory Burch’s brand and an estimated worth of of covetable clothing and homewares around £1 billion. Forbes is female empowerment and respect named her the 88th most powerful woman in the world Words B E C K Y D O N A L D S O N last year. Selling a lifestyle, it would seem customers can’t get enough of her hautehippy apparel, polished sportswear, chic accessories and, more recently, homewares. Tory, who now runs the business from New York, was raised in a 250-year-old Georgian farmhouse in Valley Forge, Pennsylvania. She describes her childhood as “incredible”, adding: “I grew up with my brothers [Robert, Jamie and Leonard] and my close family on a farm, it was very wholesome. We were pretty far away from most things, even our school was a 40-minute drive.” Although the carefree, outdoorsy nature of her formative years meant she was pretty much a tomboy, Tory began honing her style at high school. “I dressed in a classic, preppy way, but I had a sporty side, too.” She then continued to carve out her own aesthetic at university. “People would laugh because I was a music fan, so I would wear a concert T-shirt with a Hermès scarf; everyone kind of labelled my style. I became known for it, but it wasn’t a conscious thing. It was just a bit more out-there.” Her parents, who were both avid travellers with an eclectic and worldly style, have been omnipresent throughout Tory’s life. When she launched, many of the ideas came from what ▼

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FROM TOP The Tory Burch pre-fall 2021 collection features buttonfront lavender sundresses, quirky design adorrnments and appliqued, fruit basket-print kaftans

ALL PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY OF TORY BURCH

she’d seen her mother wear over the years. And the way she dresses is still a big influence to Tory today. “She is the most stylish woman I know; she’s always had this concept of less is more. And she’s the first to give us real feedback – positive and negative.” The brand’s iconic Reva flat, with T-logo medallion, was named in honour of her mother. “That’s her biggest joke, she said she’s known as a shoe,” she laughs. “She’s a good luck charm of sorts; every time we put her name on something it becomes one of our best-sellers.” When she left the University of Pennsylvania, where she majored in art history, Tory approached Serbian-born, American fashion designer Zoran, who was known for his understated minimalist approach, for a work placement. “I’ll never forget, I wrote to him, as my mother wore his clothing – he ended up answering my note saying I can have a job, but I needed to start in four days. “I had to move from Philadelphia to New York straight away and figure out an apartment over the weekend. All of a sudden there was me opening vodka bottles at 10am, in this loft full of extraordinary clothing – and just learning everything, because it was only three people and the sewing team,” she says, before confirming she wasn’t indulging in the vodka, personally. It was through Zoran she met Candy Pratts Price, who offered her a job at Harper’s Bazaar. She then moved into PR and advertising at Ralph Lauren, Vera Wang and Loewe. “One thing led to another, but I took away different things from each place. It was great training.” Creating a non-toxic workspace at her own company was fundamental from the get-go. “I had worked in wonderful places and I thought it was an opportunity to create an environment that felt different. “When I hired people, I said, ‘I don’t want a bitchy fashion environment’. I really meant that very sincerely, the culture is what makes our company stand out, it truly differentiates us, and the culture can change very quickly, so it’s a constant that you work on. “I was raised with the understanding that you treat everyone the same, whether it’s a taxi driver or the Queen of England, and life is too short to have an environment that’s tricky or that people don’t feel appreciated and valued in – so it’s very much part of who we are.” Something she has in place is Buddy Values, named after her late father Buddy Robinson, who she has said treated everyone with kindness and respect. “When we started to work on our bylaws, I had just lost my father – he saw the company when it was four years old. “He was such a kind, incredible person. He had a wicked sense of humour and was a man of few words, but they were always poignant and thoughtful – but also hysterically funny. He took care of people and he was an extraordinarily kind person – he had empathy.” To maintain this ethos, the company does in-house culture surveys and workshops that focus on diversity and a program called Color Brave, which creates safe environments for people to share stories around things that have happened to them, whether it be a racist or sexist act, or something else. “We want to create safe environments for employees to feel that they can talk about things and that’s been a pretty amazing discovery, people that I’ve worked with for ten years I’ve gotten to know better.

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So, it’s a journey of learning and understanding and female empowerment is, “a bit of an osmosis of education”. all of us have to be accountable to do better.” “I think they couldn’t help but be exposed to me Growing a global brand was always part of Tory’s speaking out on topics around women’s issues, and also business plan, but a big part of the reasoning was it hoping to show them by example. would allow her to create the Tory Burch Foundation, “It’s funny when I talk to them about challenges which was founded in 2009. It supports the economic women face, they don’t see it in their generation as much, empowerment of women through business loans, which is hopeful. And they can’t believe that my mother mentoring, education and resources. didn’t have a credit card in her name “The idea was to build a global in 1973. I remember that conversation company so that I could start a at the dinner table. It’s obviously GET TORY’S LOOK foundation, I knew I didn’t have the hard to imagine in this day and age.” financials to do it before I had a In 2019, Tory’s husband Pierre-Yves Work her chic, streamlined aesthetic this summer successful business, so that was my goal. Roussel, who is the former chairman “It really was one and the same. and CEO of LVMH, became CEO of And this concept of talking about the company. “It’s literally transformed purpose and business, back then my life and our business. I don’t know was really unheard of. And it was how to even describe his impact. something that a lot of people “He has a skillset that far outweighs didn’t agree with. I truly hope what I had, and we have a wonderful that our company, our foundation team that is incredibly inspired by and the way they interact can be working with him. His understanding a new model for how businesses of global markets, brands and can make real change happen.” products is fundamental – and we’re Reaching new heights in 2014, completely aligned on the way we see the foundation, alongside the running and building the business. Bank of America, who committed “And it also allows me to focus on $100 million to the cause, design and product. It’s been a wonderful launched Elizabeth Street Capital journey, with a lot of introspection to provide women entrepreneurs and reflection on the idea of restraint. with access to low-interest loans. “Pre-fall continued that thought of Then, during the Covid pandemic, the allure of simplicity, but also having it became the go-to online things that inspire your imagination, destination for small businesses and and I think a lot about what we design helped them navigate government and how it makes a woman feel and research. “And we began a series whether it makes her confident.” of free weekly webinars on federal Alongside the mainline is Tory financial management and Sport, which was introduced in 2015. communication, we hope to be go“I’ve always been interested in sport, to sources for women entrepreneurs and again, I was finding it hard to in the United States for many find beautiful things to play tennis different aspects of their careers.” in or to go for a run. Someone who has supported the “I wanted to pair the idea of high brand from the outset is Oprah performance, but with a bit of a Winfrey, who invited Tory onto her retro-cool aesthetic, rooted in a classic talk show and announced her as silhouette concept from the 70s. And “the next big thing in fashion”. I think something that isn’t talked about “It’s hard to even define the impact enough is that sportswear came from it had on our business, it was in our America, there’s such a deep history here.” first year and, in fact, I thought it Obviously, being a very busy woman, was a joke my brothers were playing who can find herself working around on me when I got the call. the clock, it is essential for Tory to “It turned out to be true and we have a work-life balance. “I really ended up travelling to Chicago, make time to be with my family and, which was an interesting, amazing when I take that time, I turn work off. experience. As soon as I sat down, I think part of the answer of how it and I had never been on TV, she looked at me and said, works is that on weekends, I try to really disengage and ‘Don’t worry, it’s just 30 million viewers’. I just started to enjoy our family, but also take time for myself, whether laugh, because there was nothing else I could do. it’s playing sports or reading or watching great movies.” “Quite honestly, Oprah has been an incredible support That said, she does take “a lot of advice” for her throughout the years and something that has driven me collections from her children. “I have many: my three is obviously my support for other women, so I truly honour boys; but also three stepdaughters and three stepsons. that she has supported our brand the way she has.” Nine is my lucky number – and they are all incredible Tory has three sons and says teaching them about kids and have a lot of insight and input.” ■ HELLOFASHION.COM

Au naturel For a beachy vibe, try out accessories with straw fringing or raw edges, which work best on tote bags and sun hats

STREET STYLE

WOVEN WONDER Whether you’re blocking out the sun in an oversized hat, carrying a tote bag or cinching your waist, raffia is the texture of the summer

Logo mania From Chanel’s wicker box bags, to Fendi’s woven holdalls, you’ll find the look popping up in all of the top designers’ collections

hfm STREETSTYLE All the extras Dior has the boho vibe covered and this look (right) shows how you can get creative with straw accessories other than bags

Hat, £55, Arket

Earrings, £271, Vanda Jacintho

Bag, £3,650, Louis Vuitton

WORDS: FRANCESCA SCOTT PHOTOS: GETTY IMAGES, GORUNWAY

Brooch, £100, Philosophy di Lorenzo Seraﬁni

Heels, £550, Hugo Boss

Bag, £1,650, Bulgari

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Nail Lacquer in Ballet Slippers, £7.99, Essie

“One of my most treasured gifts, inspired by the star on all of my brand’s packaging” Necklace, £1,450, Luis Miguel Howard Jewellery

Lazy Girl Dry Shampoo, £19, Hair by Sam Mcknight

Balearic break

“Sunglasses are a must, from cat eyes to aviators” Sunglasses, £330, Celine “I live in maxi dresses” Dress, £1,350, The Vampire’s Wife

Matte Revolution in Red Carpet Red, £25, Charlotte Tilbury

Airwrap Styler Complete, £449.99, Dyson

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The beauty empire founder and make-up artist to the stars will be visiting her childhood home in Ibiza Holidaying or not, it’s always about hair and make-up. I love Sam McKnight’s range and I style my hair with Cool Girl Hairspray. I love to have gorgeous, flowing waves and the Dyson Airwrap is so easy to use. And I never leave the house without my favourite Mason Pearson hairbrush, it stimulates blood flow to the roots and spreads essential oils to the ends. I take my Airbrush Flawless Setting Spray everywhere with me – I even created a travel size to fit in my handbag. No melting, no fading, no creasing. Palettes are also perfect for on the go: powder; blusher; bronzer, eye colours and a giant mirror. When it comes to my summer holiday scent, I love notes of lemon, peach, tuberose and jasmine. My mother, Patsy, is one of my biggest beauty icons. She lives in Ibiza, so she has a year-round glow and never goes anywhere without her signature red lipstick – her mantra is, “a red lip can take you anywhere!”. She also has perfectlypainted red nails, whereas for me, I love Essie’s Ballet Slippers – a natural, nuanced nude that really works for travelling. I am a skincare obsessive and I never travel without my Magic Cream, my husband, George, is always stealing it. And as a redhead with fair skin, I’m careful in the sun – an SPF each day helps keep the wrinkles away! My favourite is my new Invisible UV Flawless Poreless Primer with SPF 50.

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Behind the mask For a very modern take on classic paintings, head to @volker.hermes

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@LAURALEE JEWELLERY

Jewellery designer Laura has been in the business since the 80s, after finding a love for all things sparkly in her childhood – she crafted her first necklace out of sequins. Her unique and personal jewellery can be stamped with a loved one’s initials or even a portrait. She stocks stackable rings and necklaces perfect for slinging atop one another. They’d look as good around your neck at your wedding as they would on another blinking Zoom call. Follow for: Hints to drop before your birthday

Get a feelgood flower hit and find inspo for arrangements @wearebread androses

2. Art

@VOLKER. HERMES

Remember a time before face masks? Us neither! Brilliant artist Volker Hermes has found out a way to stitch them into the fabric of our past. He masterfully manipulates classic works, adorning their subjects with masks. Volker doesn’t add anything new but digitally reshapes elements that already exist within the paintings. Without the focus on the face, other aspects of the images start to become meaningful. Follow for: Art history – 2021 style

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This is exactly how we wish we looked mooching around our abode! Minimalist, monochromatic style has been mastered by Influencer Vanessa. She loves a gentle nod to the 90s and her signature platinum hair is achingly chic. Her latest project is hosting a podcast called Vanessa Wants to Know. Follow for: The guidebook on being nonchalantly cool

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If you’re anything like us, crushed-up lipstick bullets and eye creams gouged out of their tins get you hot under the collar. Photographer Shelby started snapping accidental spills and smears at shoots – realising she preferred those images to the perfectly-manicured shots that often made the cut, and her feed – dedicated to the texture of beauty products – was born. Follow for: Deeply satisfying photography

Flowers

@WEAREBREAD ANDROSES

This fantastic organisation runs florist training programmes with women from around the world. Women from refugee backgrounds face many barriers when trying to rebuild their lives – here they can learn how to rustle up gorgeous bouquets (showcased on the feed) and practice their English while making new friends. Follow for: Powerful peonies and gamechanging gardenias

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etail has unfortunately suffered a huge economic impact since the start of the pandemic, with many shops disappearing from British high streets. But alongside this loss, we have seen some bold, nimble and kind independent fashion brands quietly flourishing. The consumer’s needs and habits have begun changing for good, with more of us working from home and becoming accustomed to shopping online, where these brands can be found – without the need for an expensive shopfront. We are also seeing an increased desire for sustainably-produced, slow fashion that creates less waste; and consumers are developing a less-is-more mentality, looking for pieces that are designed to be both seasonless and enduring. These smaller brands are offering the customer added transparency and homespun values. Along with the rise of Instagram shopping, which allows customers to interact directly with the designers. Here are nine small-scale British brands to love and support…

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BOUTIQUE BRANDS TO SUPPORT While the pandemic has sadly affected some fashion retailers, it’s also allowed independent brands to flourish. Here are some of our favourites

Founded by the glamorous mother and daughter trio, Constance Murphy, Matilda Murphy and Minnie Hartley, the brand first gained recognition for its silk handfinished tops, they initially made just three. Harmur has since grown into a full occasionwear offering with four collections a year, alongside the consistent Classic Collection, which, of course, includes that signature, backless party top. Now stocked globally, its first sales were at twice yearly ‘shopping events’ held at their London apartment – customers grew through word of mouth. Fans include Poppy Delevingne, Leonie Hanne and Negin Mirsalehi. Prices from £22, harmur.co.uk

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Isabel Bonner to think her ep label can be e on the body a a statement pi sculptural obje for inspiration to modernist fu the sculptures Hepworth, Do Walter De M studied jewell Central Saint s , after graduating, began a career as a stylist. Her latest collection, Isabel Bonner Collection II, is a revival of classic styles, including pearl earrings, studs and hoops. Prices from £220, isabelbonnerstudio.com  A PIEDI Mariam Syed started A Piedi in 2009 out of a personal desire for footwear that is both elegant and comfortable – her busy life as a mother of four meant that heels were no longer an option. Not following seasons, Mariam evolves her signature styles over time and introduces a few new pieces each year. While she is based in London, Mariam works with her brother in Pakistan, where the shoes are made in their family-owned factory. The brand is focused on sustainability, through minimising waste and use of artisan techniques. Prices from £200, apiedi.co.uk

Alice Blofeld launched her austere and minimalist jewellery brand in 2017. The hand-finished gold on sterling silver pieces are designed in London and made in two small familyrun workshops in India. The brand’s ethos is to create high-quality jewellery at affordable prices and she takes inspiration from vintage and art deco, while adding her recognisable handcrafted twist. Giving back, Alice donates to charities that improve education for females in some of India’s poorest regions. “We are a women-led team who strongly believe in sisterhood and supporting and uplifting other women.” Prices from £45, shylajewellery.com

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ADANOLA Activewear has never been in such high demand and Manchesterbased Adanola is up there with the best. Founded by Hyrum Cook in 2015, the bra top and legging combos and tracksuit sets are available in a muted palette of sage, chocolate and biscuit; as well as charcoal greys, olive greens and midnight blues. Fabrics are super-soft and designed for a relaxed fit, plus the sweatpants have a chunky cuffed ankle and waistband. Accessories include branded caps, socks and large totes. With a huge Instagram following, all that’s needed is a pair of dad trainers plus an oversized trench to complete the look. “This year there is a big focus on sustainability, including the use of recycled fabrics and water bottles.” Prices from £8.99, adanola.com

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AEQUEM Ieva Balciute and Magda Daniloaia developed the sustainable e-commerce platform after meeting at a business event and the concept went live in 2019. The name is inspired by the Latin word ‘aequo’, meaning equipoise, balance and equilibrium, and its ethos is just that – everything stocked is made from organic, upcycled, recycled and other eco-friendly materials, including ready-towear, jewellery and shoes; as well as home, beauty and menswear. “Sustainable fashion can be beautiful and luxurious. It can be exactly the same as normal fashion, but made considering people and the planet.” Prices from £14, aequem.com

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Laura’s label was created in 2016 and is inspired by her trips to Bali. Combining old and new, the solid silver gilded with 24-carat gold pieces fuse antique aesthetics (she is fascinated by museums) with a modern sensibility. She works with semiprecious stones, such as lapis lazuli, peridot, agate and citrine. Originally a fashion designer, Laura learnt artisanal metalwork skills from Balinese locals and switched to jewellery. She is now based in London, where she designs the pieces, which are then made by a group of local artists back in Bali. “I love that each piece is slightly different and I thought this would also be the strength of the brand, the unicity.” Prices from £80, lauragalasso.com

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Ring, £160, Oscar de la Renta

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Necklace, £356, Lizzie Fortunato

Earrings, £278, Timeless Pearly

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CORAL CRUSH Ring, £1,500, L’Atelier Nawbar Earrings, £645, Begum Khan Necklace, £1,360, Goossens Paris Single earring, £600, Jacquie Aiche

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The tropic treasure has had an update for S 1 with luxe gold, pear and gemst nes. Come on, dive in!

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STYLE CHATTER Blogger Kelly Eastwood, aka The London Chatter, shares her adventures and conscious buys

Swimsuit, £185, Paper London

Nightdress, £199, If Only If Nightwear

PHOTO: FRANCES DAVISON

TOP Dress, Peter Pilotto at the outnet.com, Bag, Kayu, Sunglasses, Lucy Folk, Sandals, Ancient Greek Sandals LEFT Kelly at the British seaside wearing a Jade Swim bikini and Accidente Con Flores shirt from suststyle.com

Candle, £50, Nette

ure, it’s not sunny the whole time, and yeah, pebbles over soft, white sand is never going to entirely be my jam, but let’s face it, the humble (and increasingly pretty spoiling!) staycation is where it’s at this summer… A little more social distancy, a lot more eco-friendly, and a great opportunity to see parts of this island I’ve yet to explore. I’m already scouring Kip Hideaways, a membership site full of stylish and affordable rentals, from treehouses to coastal studios, all within the UK. After searching for some new swimwear to add to the summer proceedings, I was bowled over by Paper London’s latest colourful collection of responsiblymanufactured swimwear. Its innovative, 100%-regenerated nylon fibre fabric is sourced from recycled fishing nets and waste products found floating in the ocean and also protects you against the sun’s rays.

On those balmy city nights (and perhaps a little inspired by Bridgerton?!) I will be reaching for my 100% pure silk nightdress from If Only If Nightwear, a family-run British business which designs the most timeless, ethically-created nightdresses, ensuring the sweetest of dreams (which may, or may not, feature the Duke of Hastings…). With so much time spent at home in the last 18 months, I have come to appreciate a good candle! My favourite new discovery has been Nette, a New York City-based brand founded by Carol Han Pyle, after she noticed a gap in the market for sustainable, non-toxic candles. The collection of four heavenly-fragranced, coconut-soy wax candles arrive in 100% recycled shoeboxes (which are printed with seaweed ink!) and housed in handmade, pearly-glass vessels you’ll treasure long after the last flicker. Visit thelondonchatter.com or follow @thelondonchatter HELLOFASHION.COM

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Bodysuit, £140, Shorts, £110, both Jonathan Simkhai Necklace (worn throughout), £51, Anna + Nina OPPOSITE Dress, £340, Self-Portrait Bracelet, £125, Monica Vinader

Vest, £24.90, Uniqlo Bikini bottoms, £85, Vanessa Sposi Earrings, £140, Deborah Blyth OPPOSITE Swimsuit, £300, Eres Ring, £95, Monica Vinader

Swimsuit, £165, Vanessa Sposi OPPOSITE Top, £199, Trousers, £169, both Claudie Pierlot Sandals, £195, Aeyde Ring (just seen), as before, Monica Vinader

Jumper, £197, Remain Birger Christensen Briefs, £32, Renue OPPOSITE Top, £245, Skirt, £345, both Joseph

Swimsuit, £270, Everae OPPOSITE Jumper, £410, Acne Studios Bikini bottoms, £135 (including bikini top), Hunza G Ring, as before, Monica Vinader

Top, £154, Remain Birger Christensen

where she speaks to industry insiders on the topic. How did you and Vince come up with the idea of Hunu?

The cups came from a personal need, we both have busy lives and lots of coffees with friends. Also, on set [of a shoot] you go through disposable cups constantly. I wanted something that could fit in a small purse or pocket, so we created our own collapsible silicone coffee cups. Was Guernsey a fun place to grow up?

It’s so beautiful and such a safe environment. From the age of seven, I was cycling around the whole island on my bike, or I’d go to the beach with friends and my mum would just be like, ‘Yep, go ahead’. I now realise that my favourite place to be is by the sea or doing some kind of activity near water or nature. So Guernsey gave me a real appreciation and love for the ocean and the environment. Did you pick up exercise tips from your fellow Victoria’s Secret girls?

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I definitely learned a lot leading up to the shows, because you’re so hyper aware of looking your best. And if there are any models that have tried all of the different workouts available – it is definitely the VS girls. But I was always really sporty, I was in England Netball’s Academy squad. Did you look up to any models as a teenager?

For Megan Williams, the face of this issue’s fashion shoot, modelling has inspired her to launch her own eco brand

Have you missed dressing up during lockdown?

I definitely have. I’m a really casual girl, who doesn’t wear much make-up, but then I look back at photos of nights out with my girls in New York and I’m like, ‘I do really miss this’. I might need a few new pieces for my closet to spice that up again. Who are your favourite designers?

I love Jacquemus as a label, because it makes really beautiful, feminine pieces. But I also try and shop sustainably, so denim brands like Re/Done and also Calle Del Mar, which makes locally-produced knits. And I like to shop at vintage places, such as Worn in London. Is there a beauty product you couldn’t be without?

I’ve been using a plant-based oil from Lion & Loki, which is my go-to for everything – even my hair.

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odel Megan Williams was scouted aged 14 while eating McDonald’s in Woking shopping centre, near to her secondary school, “We went there every Saturday without fail,” she says, smiling. They were running a competition, which she didn’t win, but one of the judges suggested she approach a London agency. She was signed and began immediately – since then she’s worked for Victoria’s Secret, Ralph Lauren, Elie Saab, Dolce & Gabbana, Guess and Philipp Plein. Recently, having moved from New York to London, her and boyfriend Vince Dickson, who is also a model, founded collapsible silicone coffee cup brand, Hunu. And now, with a more informed knowledge of the environment, she is not only looking at how she can be more sustainable personally, but on educating others through her podcast Coffee With Megan,

I remember ripping campaigns out of magazines, I had a model montage on my wall. I liked the old school Guess campaigns with Naomi Campbell and Claudia Schiffer, and I still have such a love for the 90s models, like Christy Turlington and Cindy Crawford.

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oved for its timeless accessories and quintessentially British take on design, Aspinal of London offer a covetable collection of handbags, purses, wallets and leather gifts, that can be personalised with your initials for the luxe touch. The brand creates refined and understated items that will last a lifetime, and has garnered many A-list and royal fans. Now you have the chance to be among them, as one lucky HFM reader will win a generous collection of items from the bestselling Mayfair range including a Midi Mayfair bag and your choice of Silk Neck Bow Scarf, a Mayfair clutch and a pair of Mayfair sunglasses. You’ll choose your favourite colourway in each item in our prize worth over £1,000. Available in a range of responsibly-sourced full-grain leathers, the Midi

Mayfair has a structured, boxy design that will work for day or night. It’s secured with a shield lock clasp and has three inner compartments lined with shimmering scarlet grosgrain. The Mayfair clutch makes an elegant companion, hand-held or worn with its twisted chain-link strap over the shoulder. Perhaps you’ll go for bordeaux, dark green or classic black? You’ll also receive an exquisite feather-light Italian pure silk twill bow scarf to wear or tie to your favourite bag, and a pair of statement Mayfair sunglasses to complete the look. Just enter with your details as below – and good luck! To explore the full collection, visit aspinaloflondon.com

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good summer T-shirt, £55, Holiday The Label at Koibird Hotpants, £125, Bimba y Lola Sandals, £275, Miista Ring, £24.95, Seol + Gold

As we approach summer, we’re filled with unabated optimism and thoughts of wanderlust, and our wardrobes will no doubt reflect this. It’s about dressing your best to feel your best for those looming long, balmy days we’ve all been so eagerly awaiting.

Shady lady For every pair of sunglasses you purchase, London-based Bloobloom will donate another pair to someone in need. Sunglasses, £95, Bloobloom

Chain game Accessorising is key when it comes to summer style. As well as chunky necklaces, try beaded chains for your shades instead. Sunglasses chain, £9.99, H&M

Frill factor A denim blouse is a great addition to a summer wardrobe. Double-up with straight-leg jeans or wear beachside over a bikini... Blouse, £99, Ted Baker

Our pick of the most enticing high street buys – your purse will thank you!

Coat, £148, Shorts, £60, Sandals, £74, Free People

Final straw We’ll be toting this straw bag with us for all occasions. Simply fill with sunglasses, a cover-up and a bottle of rosé. Bag, £89, Whistles

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All dressed up With somewhere to go! Finally! We’ll be wearing statement dresses for the foreseeable, with trainers for day and heeled sandals for night. Dress, £110, Sister Jane

Easy tiger

Dress, £25, Sliders, £14, Tu at Sainsbury’s

Marks & Spencer knows its way round a flattering bikini. We love this structured bust and the high waist. Top, £25, Bottoms, £14, Marks & Spencer

Fancy footwork The woven straps and soft pastel palette make these the perfect pair of summer holiday heels. Shoes, £89, And/Or at John Lewis & Partners

Wardrobe staple

Switch out your trusty jeans for a high-waisted denim skirt and tuck in a pretty printed blouse or comfy bodysuit to finish. Skirt, £49, Oasis

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DOUBLE THE FUN Clash your brights with a pair of tights. Classic lemon and lime can’t be beaten… Blazer, £69.99, Skirt, £29.99, both Zara Tights, £4.99, uktights.com Earrings, £125, Daisy London Ring, as before, Seol + Gold Chair, amara.com

How to wear...

CITRUS BRIGHTS Refreshing shades of tangerine, lemon and lime hit the sweet spot

Styling L A U R A W E AT H E R B U R N Photography D A N I E L F R A S E R

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BRING YOU R A- GA M E Amplify a bold dress with matchy-matchy accessories. Zesty lemon works well with tangerine. Dress, £175, Rejina Pyo & Other Stories Mules, £85, Dune Bag, £35.99, Mango Earrings, £25.95, Seol + Gold Necklace, £99, Daisy London

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TO P -TO TONA L Colour block confidently, experimenting with varying gradients and textures. Dress, £260, Sandro Mules, £90, Dune Earrings, £25.95, Seol + Gold

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THE FINER D ETA I L S Work the trend into your wardrobe via playful rings and whimsy bracelets that pack a real punch. Knit, £42, Warehouse Bracelet, £65, Lauren Rubinski at Koibird Yellow ring, £68, smellthecactus.com Orange ring, as before, Seol + Gold

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Use denim as a neutral to break up your look if headto-toe feels a bit daunting for you.

Blazer, £175, Iris & Ink Shorts, £29.99, Mango Sandals, £120, Ugg Bag, £119, Hobbs

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STYL ST’S ASS STANT: FRANCESCA SCOTT HA R & MAKE-UP: LUCY GIBSON AT FRANK AGENCY USING DANESSA MYRICKS BEAUTY & MOROCCANOIL PHOTOGRAPHER’S ASSISTANT: ANDREAS PARPERIS MODEL: ANNA LEE AT MILK MANAGEMENT KARTELL LOUIS GHOST ARMCHAIR, £267, AMARA.COM

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DILUTE WITH DENIM

PAT T E R N P L AY Wear a print or pattern as a single hero piece, or clash for a fun mishmashed look. Blouse, £115, Kitri Earrings, £77, Dinosaur Designs Ring, as before, Seol + Gold

PURE BRILLIANCE

Reinventing the way we’ll dazzle with diamonds, Pandora unveils a new sustainable collection

DIAMONDS ARE FOREVER Modelled by Ashley Graham and Rosario Dawson, Pandora Brilliance is the brand’s first lab-created diamond collection. Aiming to transform the jewellery industry, it underpins Pandora’s commitment to a more sustainable future, being its first carbon-neutral product and grown with more than 60% renewable energy. Prices start at £250. Shop the Pandora Brilliance collection in-store and online at pandora.net

1. 0.20-carat TW Sparkling Teardrop Stud earrings, from £275 2. 0.15-carat ring, from £250 3. 0.25-carat Open Bangle, £1,090 4. 0.15-carat silver ring, from £250, 0.25-carat gold rings, from £350 each 5. 0.15-carat Pendant necklace, from £275

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Dress, £325, Paolita

Fedora, £65, Hicks & Brown

Cardigan, £235, Needle & Thread

LOVES Here are a few of our favourite things...

Mules, £135, Russell & Bromley

Jeans, £345, Frame

Watch, £285, Michel Herbelin

Sunglasses, £78, Guess

Shorts, £72, theoutnet.com

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Bralet, £29, Abercrombie & Fitch Buy now, pay later with Klarna.

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Pretty pastel shades and breezy silhouettes are a breath of fresh air for summer. Shop with full flexibility at your fingertips with Klarna. Pay in 30 days or in 3 instalments, interestfree. Available on many of your favourite labels. Dress, £190, Olivia Rubin, buy now, pay later with Klarna. 18+, Ts & Cs apply. Please spend responsibly. Borrowing more than you can afford could seriously affect your financial status. Visit klarna. com for more information.

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Dress, £250, Olivia Rubin Buy now, pay later with Klarna.

Blouse, £240, Alexachung

Jacket, £319, All Saints

Bag, £595, Aspinal of London

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S U N S ET SUNNIES

Clip-on lenses, £165, Moscot

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Take sun worship to a new level with orangetinted lenses that give everything a golden glow. They also team perfectly with the citrus brights that are a major player this season. We’ll be wearing ours come rain or shine for a sunnier outlook on life.

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From sunshine shades to barely-there shoes, these fresh fixes are just the ticket for a staycay or getaway wardrobe Compiled by R A C H E L S T O R Y

A RTFO R M EARRINGS We’re loathe to use the phrase ‘Zoom-ready’, but these beauties are like a work of art for your lobes. The sculptural earring is the perfect way to do dressy from the neck up – whether you’re glued to video calls or not. Simply tuck your hair neatly behind your ears to show them to their best advantage and don’t be afraid to mix and match.

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Earrings, £240, Erdem

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Bag, £330, Behno

Flats, £269, Pretty Ballerinas

Bag, £328, Alameda Turquesa

Mules, £625, Manolo Blahnik

C I T RUS SHADES Exuberant hues of orange, lemon or lime are an instant feelgood formula when it comes to uplifting your summer wardrobe. These zesty shades are aching to be worn together for maximum sunshine-ready appeal. Team tonal shades head-to-toe, from your clothing right down to the accessories, for a look to rival the street style set.

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Necklace, £90, Essentiel Antwerp

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Bag, £405, By Far

Shoes, £630, Aquazzura

M ETA L L I C A D D - ON S Call it the magpie in us, but we love a shiny accessory – especially as a simple way to dress up everyday staples. Leonie Hanne (right) adds a front row-ready edge to her trench and boots by pairing them with a silver Paco Rabanne cross-body pouch and co-ordinating metallic face mask, far more exciting than the disposable blue ones.

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Floral, £165, Lock & Co

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Chain print, £85, Maryjane Claverol

scarf has been a ng trick for icons from Queen to Audrey burn. It’s very practical ummer, which is perhaps why it featured on Dior’s runway last season. Opt for an affordable designer nod with a logo, or try a silky graphic print.

Printed, £139, Loeffler Randall

Raffia, £440, Fabrizio Viti

Quilted, £149, Kurt Geiger London

UTILITY SA N DA L S Love or loathe them, the dad sandal is going nowhere. You’ll be hard-pressed to part with these uber-comfy, practical styles once summer’s over. Use yours to add a dose of geek grunge to girly summer dresses (left).

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Resin, £78, Tol Eyewear

Pastel, £60, Talis Chains

Knotted, £725, Loewe

Side panels, £90, Uterqüe

Gold buckle, £710, Bottega Veneta

From free-flowing frocks to a simple pair of trousers, adding a statement belt will add interest to your look and make the most of your silhouette. Try pairing a floaty maxi dress with a wide leather belt to toughen up even the most feminine of pieces.

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S E E -T H RU SHOES Thanks to shoe designer Amina Muaddi, who kickstarted the trend, Cinderella-worthy heels are no longer just reserved for Disney princesses. Neither do they have to be saved for best, as they work just as well paired with a trouser suit with oodles of Parisian flair (left). Wear yours with well-loved denim or tailored joggers, to go from lounge to luxe.

Round heel, £360, Cult Gaia

Double strap, £29.99, Zara

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Tote, £300, Marni

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BIG SHOPPERS Bags for life just got more exciting, as the carryall trend is in full swing. Even if you’re not off to the shops, it’s a practical addition to your look (you’ll be glad you’re carrying that spare pair of flats). We’re sold.

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This month, four of the most influential women in beauty discuss their dream staycations and what they pack for a sunshine break. Plus, nourishing products for afro hair and the best new blushers according to tone and texture

Beauty inﬂuencers’

SHORT HAUL CHIC We speak to four industry insiders to find out where they will be spending the summer and what beauty essentials they’ll be packing Words A L I C E M A N N I N G

By the seaside

RUTH CRILLY

The model and digital creator, also known as A Model Recommends, and founder of The Night Feed app, will be holidaying on the British coast My dream staycation is always by the sea in either Dorset or Cornwall. One of my favourite hotels in the world is the Scarlet in Cornwall – all of the rooms look towards the sea and it’s just so peaceful. All year I look forward to a Cornwall trip so that I can have fresh lobster from a little place called Fresh From The Sea in Port Isaac. I dream about it sometimes. I always travel with a good cleanser, an antioxidant serum and a heavy-duty moisturiser, because I tend to be outdoors in the elements a lot. I have a little travel pot of Emma Hardie’s Moringa Cleansing Balm that I refill from a big one and I always have Skinceuticals’ Discoloration Defense Serum in my travel bag. I try to pack compact beauty things when I travel, it’s almost an obsession trying to get my skincare into the smallest possible unit. The Elizabeth Arden Ceramide Capsules are great for that as they are tiny. I am now very careful in the sun, I used to be the sort of person who would oil themselves and then slowly turn all day, like a rotisserie. La Roche-Posay makes lightweight sunscreens that are really reliable and inexpensive enough to not be mean with application.

LJQ BEAUTY Two young kids mean little time for make-up, unless great-uncle iPad is looking after them. I travel with a tinted moisturiser or skin enhancer – Code8 Radiate Beauty Balm is amazing and Nars does a heavier tinted moisturiser that gives an incredibly dewy look – a bronzer and touch of blush, then a good brown mascara. It has to be brown for ‘off duty’ because black on my blonde lashes always makes me look a bit too done. Clarins Supra and Yves Saint Laurent Mascara Volume Effet Faux Cils are the best brown mascaras I’ve found at any price point. When it comes to my hair, air dry all the way. I very rarely use a hairdryer, just a bit of Colab dry shampoo or Living Proof Full Dry Volume Blast in the roots and Davines Oi Oil through the dry, bleached lengths. My summer scent is Philosykos by Diptyque. It’s the ultimate fig scent and it feels a bit more sophisticated than the usual coconutty summer smells. My easiest holiday look is a Me + Em maxi dress with bright white trainers. I spent months tracking down sunglasses like the ones Rose Byrne wore when she played Gloria Steinem in Mrs America. I finally found a Givenchy pair and had those light-reacctive lenses put in – so I can see in the sun. I’m m really into that retro, Chloé sort of look – sunkissed skin, bit of vintage lace, brown leather sandals – but in reality, I end up in semi-tailored shorts and a vest top. I’d like to be like Paula Sutton (@hillhousevintage) and crack out amazing dresses for high tea on the lawn, but it just ain’t happening with kids in tow. Not for a few years, anyway...

Hyaluronic Acid Ceramide Capsules Hydra-Plumping Serum, £45, Elizabeth Arden

Moringa Cleansing Balm, £47, Emma Hardie

Dress, £195, Me + Em

Discoloration Defense Serum, £85, Skinceuticals

Supra Volume Mascara, £23, Clarins

Bag, £930, Chloé

Glasses, £150, Givenchy

Radiate Beauty Balm, £41, Code8

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Luster Glide Silk Infused Eyeliner in Amethyst, £27, Chantecaille

Beach bound

ZOË IRWIN

“For me, holidays mean maximalist jewellery” Necklace, £950, Tilly Sveaas

“Brigitte Bardot is my holiday muse” Sunglasses, £485, Linda Farrow “I bought everything from the Levi’s x Ganni collection and will live in it this summer” Dress, £375, Levi’s x Ganni

“Sandals are easy to travel with, so I always pack about seven pairs of sliders” Sliders, £590, Valentino

Nomade Eau de Parfum, £77, Chloé

The Multiple in South Beach, £30, Nars

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The renowned hairdresser and creative director of John Frieda salons is also off to Cornwall to ride the waves I love the ritual of beauty – it calms me down and soothes my soul. So staycations are all about nourishing products to treat my skin and hair while I’m away. I love Sisley face masks. Ren Overnight Recovery Balm is a calming miracle worker come wind, rain or shine. Wella Colour Motion Mask works wonders on hair and there’s nothing like getting in from a long walk to a hot shower and Ren Calming Shower Gel. I use Environ skincare on my face and the Erborian BB Crème, it’s lightweight and hydrating. I pile on layers of Chantecaille mascara because I like thick lashes and I use a Chantecaille eyeliner in Amethyst, as it contrasts with my blue eyes. I gravitate towards sparkly shades in summer, like Chantecaille eye shadow in Pangolin, Nars The Multiple in South Beach on my cheeks and OPI All A’Twitter in Glitter – I love glittery fingers and toes with a tan. On my lips I use the Dr Perricone No Makeup Lipstick – it’s balmy and provides some protection from the coastal wind. Before I hit the beach, I usually apply Nioxin Deep Protect Density Mask and tie my hair up into a bun. And the peppermint oil in Nioxin Shampoo and Conditioner makes my hair and scalp feel super fresh afterwards. Coola does the best sunscreen and it has a matte finish for the face, which I love. My top packing tip is to buy a lot of small bottles from Muji and decant everything, otherwise they’d be no space for clothes! I love to travel, so Chloé’s Nomade has to be one of my scents.

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Lash Idôle Mascara, £23.50, Lancôme

Private Blend Neroli Portofino Eau de Parfum, £174, Tom Ford

“I like to wear colourful clothes on holiday” Dress, £995, Roksanda

Country retreat

RUBY HAMMER

The make-up artist and brand founder is heading to the Cotswolds I’m heading straight to Oxfordshire to check into Soho Farmhouse; fresh air, long walks, bike rides, roaring fires, treatments and wonderful food all in one place. I travel with a heavily-edited version of my make-up bag. My essentials are light and dark concealers – Nars Soft Matte Complete Concealer in Hazelnut, Nars Radiant Creamy Concealer in Amande and Laura Mercier Secret Camouflage SC-7. I also pack Lancôme Lash IdÔle Lash Lifting Volumizing Mascara and an eyeliner. Westman Atelier Baby Cheeks in Bichette is brilliant for eyes, cheeks and lips. I’ll always bring some balmy nudes for day and one vibrant red lip shade – my go-to is Charlotte Tilbury Red Carpet Red. My Ruby Hammer 3-in-1 brush offers everything for applying, but I’ll always pack some lash curlers, too. My favourite SPF for the face is Supergoop Unseen Sunscreen, it doesn’t leave a bluey film. For body, I love a spray oil – you can’t go wrong with Vichy Capital Soleil Protective Water SPF50. My all-year-round scent is from Aromatherapy Associates, but for summer I do love Tom Ford Neroli Portofino. And I always get my nails done before I go away. On my fingers I wear Leighton Denny Crème De La Crème and on my toes it’s CND Bloodline. I won’t pack a hairdryer or curling irons, but a tub of Philip Kingsley Elasticizer will mean my hair always looks in good condition, however I wear it.

“I don’t travel without my classic Oliver Peoples sunglasses” Sunglasses, £283, Oliver Peoples

Baby Cheeks Blush Stick in Bichette, £44, Westman Atelier Soft Matte

01 Magnetic Brush Set, £28, Ruby Hammer

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“One of my most treasured gifts, inspired by the star on all of my brand’s packaging” Necklace, £1,450, Luis Miguel Howard Jewellery

Lazy Girl Dry Shampoo, £19, Hair by Sam Mcknight

Balearic break

“Sunglasses are a must, from cat eyes to aviators” Sunglasses, £330, Celine “I live in maxi dresses” Dress, £1,350, The Vampire’s Wife

Matte Revolution in Red Carpet Red, £25, Charlotte Tilbury

Airwrap Styler Complete, £449.99, Dyson

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A THING OF BEAUTY

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Up The Garden Path is one hot collab between set designer Shona Heath and Jo Malone London (below), which celebrates the heady magic of an English country garden. The range, from £86, includes pastel-hued candle accessories (think holders, lids and trays), and our inner interior designer is seriously freaking out. Guaranteed to add colour and character, you’ll want one for every room.

We’ll admit it, we’re suckers for glitter and the models at Etam made us want to dip our brushes straight into the sparkly stuff. So, when Nails Inc Inc.Redible Party Recharge Under-Eye Masks, £20 (left), landed on our desks we couldn’t wait to slap them on – all the fun with zero mess. With hyaluronic acid and niacinamide, the jelly masks soothe and hydrate for a fresh look. Just don’t forget to take a selﬁe while adorning them.

Flushed cheeks are having a moment, thanks to the SS21 collections. And, right on cue, there are some brilliant, brand new blushers for summer. If you like your complexion matte, then you’ll love Vieve Sunset Blush, £23 (1), while Paul & Joe limited-edition Gel Blush in three shades, £19 each (2), are a water-based gel formula and a doddle to blend. Givenchy Prisme Libre Blush, £38.50 (3), combines four different shades to sculpt and illuminate cheekbones.

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RECLAIM YOUR TEXTURE The natural hair movement has gained huge momentum, as women ditch relaxers and wear their curls, coils and kinks with pride. If you are about to embark on your natural hair journey, here’s how to ﬁnd a routine that works for you.

Prevent product build-up and tangling with this pH-balancing shampoo. Curl Shampoo, £31, Living Proof

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INSIDER INFO According to a survey by Antidote Street, a digital platform for textured hair, 77% of women feel like they are using the wrong conditioning and styling products. And, according to Mónica Santos, a hair coach at Carra – an app that offers personalised product recommendations and curl care advice – it’s important for women transitioning to their natural hair to use products with a high protein count and get the frequency of their use right. “Transitioning hair is weaker than natural hair due to the chemical or thermal treatments it has endured,” says Mónica. “Protein will give the hair more structure and patch up weakened or broken strands. And, as hair grows and the relaxed hair is cut, the need for protein will reduce.” Mónica also suggests washing hair once a week to remove product build-up, “Then condition to seal the cuticle and, in some cases, use a deep conditioner”. Colour-treated hair may require this extra step. “Finish with water-based botanical styling products that contain humectants [watergrabbing ingredients, such as glycerin and panthenol] to prolong hydration,” advises Mónica. And to detangle knots, comb from the ends towards the roots to avoid tugging or breakage. One product you should use sparingly is coconut oil. “When we’re thirsty, we reach for water, not oil, and it’s the same with our hair. If hair is dry, wash it. Coconut oil is one of the few oils that can actually penetrate the hair strand and preserve elasticity, but when used raw and excessively it starts to prevent water getting in, leading to dry hair. And shampoos can’t remove oil from inside the hair strand.”

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APPLIED BEAUTY Embrace Your Curls

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CURL CODING Hair texture has a coding system, which can be helpful when researching products. The higher the number and letter, the tighter the curl pattern. So straight hair is Type 1 and Type 2s are wavy. Type 3s are curly – see left for 3B springy ringlets and above for 3C corkscrews. Type 4s are coily. For example, you could see Lupita Nyong’o or Maria Borges with 4C texture – the tightest coiled strands.

Spritz this protein-packed oil for extra shine. Anti-Breakage+ Keratin Oil Weightless Rapid Reviving Oil, £8.99, OGX

This water-based styling gel contains glycerin. Curl Empowering Créme Gel, £6.99, Imbue

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If the thought of returning to ‘normality’ has left you feeling anxious, you’re not alone, especially if you suffer from low selfesteem. Psychotherapist Lee Pycroft shows us the tools to help achieve emotional balance

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Since the pandemic, 43% of us have experienced poor sleep, with work cited as the number one disrupter, says a new study*. A bad night’s sleep can easily escalate into an unproductive day: cue brain fog; slow reaction times and overeating (hello, Pret brownies). For a long-term solution, download the Sleep School app for a free seven-day trial (£29.99 per year thereafter). Created by a team of neuroscientists and sleep experts, you’ll find evidence-backed courses tailored to every need – whether it’s anxiety that’s fuelling your sleepless nights or chronic insomnia. Plus, you can book a private session with a qualified sleep doctor for extra support.

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Establish a boundary over how much time you spend ruminating. Take 15 minutes to brain dump your worries into a journal and then do something enjoyable, like going for a walk. Then revisit your journal later to see if you’ve been catastrophising. Set positive intentions

Say your daily intentions out loud or write them down. Set yourself a 90-minute window for each task and then give yourself a break. It’s a great way to feel a sense of completion.

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If there’s still half a bottle of SPF lingering in your cupboard, it might be time to bin it. “There’s a far greater risk of immediate and longterm skin damage if you use out-of-date suncare,” warns dermatologist Dr Hiva Fassihi. If loading skin with a moisturiser and SPF feels OTT, just use La Roche-Posay Anthelios Age Correct SPF 50, £25 (left). It’s hydrating and broad spectrum, so shields against UVB (burning rays) and UVA (skin ageing) and corrects existing sun-induced damage like dark spots.

Create balance

When you channel all of your energy into one area of life, be it work or relationships, other aspects can become undernourished. If other parts of life are also built up, it can help you feel more balanced. Accept compliments

Ask close friends to make a list of all the things they love about you. So, when selfcriticism hits, this list can act as a gentle reminder to know that you are appreciated.

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With summer truly upon us, we take a look at some Insta-worthy balconies, Jeff Abrams’ heavenly Montecito estate and tropical trends for outdoor entertaining

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“My balcony changes every year. I have a base, which are the pallets and mattresses, they give me many possibilities and it all depends on my vision. However, I always focus on natural materials and plants. Summer has just arrived and, with it, a beautiful macrame swing chair. Let your imagination run wild and create your own little paradise.” Monika Gorska @moni.deko 102

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“What I like most is that our balcony gives me the holiday feel, especially now with travelling being so difficult. We painted the railings white, installed curtain poles and the seat is made from a wooden pallet. But there’s no need to buy decorations especially for the space, we brought things such as pillows, a tray and lanterns from inside our home.” Ania Staruchowicz @my_sweet_little_home

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“When working with a small space, it’s essential that none is wasted, so we created storage in the bench seating for gardening gear and tools. My partner made the area come to life with plants, we have faux grass, a living wall and hanging baskets. Our balcony bar and high stacking stools allow us to enjoy meals outside.” Rebecca Thomas @baking_a_home

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California MAGIC Founder of US brand Rails, Jeff Abrams’ beautiful Montecito estate has a relaxed sensibility mixed with heritage pieces found on his global travels Words B E C K Y D O N A L D S O N

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eff Abrams is a testament that anything can be reinvented, as long as it’s good enough. Since its inception in 2008, in a market that is already crowded, his apparel brand, Rails, has managed to thrive, with stockists in 40 countries, a newly-opened Soho New York flagship – and plans for four more stores this year. Although firmly rooted in the southern Californian lifestyle, its refined European sensibility has made it a global hit. Quickly evolving from the Rails trademark Hunter shirt, which was made with Tencel, a revolutionary super-soft fabric, the brand now offers a full lifestyle range. “We’re trying not to roll out too many categories too quickly, but I think what’s great is that we know there’s a path for us, and a lot of new channels – so we’re actually launching denim in fall and a home goods collection, featuring our signature luxe fabrications, next year.” Although Jeff didn’t train in fashion, art and photography have always been present in his life. “I had that in me and it seemed fashion was a good place to combine my creative side and desire to have a business. I didn’t really know what I was doing at the beginning; it was really this discovery process. “But that’s what’s exciting, there’s a new challenge every day. And you’re reinventing yourself every season in some way with a new collection. So it’s always interesting and fresh.” He had previously worked in marketing and advertising for a TV studio, but always wanted to run his own company. “The corporate environment, while it was fine, has a big hierarchy and everyone reports to a boss. And there are also those Sunday-scaries, where you’re like… at work tomorrow.” So when he began Rails, he wanted it to have a “family feel” – the fact his first and second employees are still with him today proves he has accomplished that. “I’ve tried to build this environment where we’re all on the same team, and it’s not like you have this boss, it’s been good for our brand culture. “I try to keep everybody connected to what’s happening in the business, so whether you’re working in the warehouse, in the accounting team or another department, you understand how your job impacts the whole business. “And a sense of humour is important, honestly – it’s the number one thing. Our company laughs a lot, we have a joke and a good time. If you get too serious, what’s the point? The journey should be the exciting part of it.”

Rails, which was named with the Interrailing he did after college in mind, has a big focus on travel. A starting point for each collection carries the theme of garments that are effortless to wear and effortless to pack. But also pieces that appeal to its growing global market. “There are not a lot of brands from California who are really thinking of themselves internationally. “We’ve really tried to set ourselves apart by doing that. I think about each market as if it’s our own backyard, they’re cultivated on a grassroots level. I don’t think of the UK as some far-off location that we’re sending things out into the ether to. And that’s hopefully why we will continue to be successful.” This year, Jeff has stores planned for San Francisco, LA, a pop-up in Paris this spring and a flagship in London towards the latter of this year (along with an international headquarters based in the UK capital). “Part of what we’re trying to do now is expand our footprint, where historically we’ve been primarily in the wholesale channel. It is still very important to us to sell to our speciality partners around the globe, but we’re trying to build our direct-toconsumer presence, and that’s both with our retail stores and website – where people can interact with full collections.” From very early on in the Rails story, celebrities have independently invested in items: Gisele, Beyoncé and Kate Moss have regularly been seen in the brand and Matthew McConaughey went back to buy ten more shirts for his friends. “This has been great for getting the word out there about our brand,” he says, adding that celebrity families are his next target. “Where the mother, children and dad all wear it. Cindy Crawford and her family would be good,” he smiles. Travelling around Europe, and specifically living in Italy, has not only inspired the concept of the label, but his affinity prompted him to “purchase on a whim” El Mirador – his beautiful 19th-century spread in the enclave of Montecito, Santa Barbara – because it made him feel nostalgic for his time abroad. “I discovered it online two years ago, I’ve always dreamed about a romantic country retreat away from the busy LA life. I viewed it with no intention of actually buying – it was more to allow my countryside dream last a little longer,” he laughs. “But as soon as I drove up the tree-lined driveway and the house was revealed against the beautiful landscape, I fell in love. It was

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CLOCKWISE FROM ABOVE Jeff has renovated his Californian home so the surrounding nature feels part of the indoors; an antique tapestry he discovered in Antwerp is a standout feature; he finds the library, with its stone fireplace, the perfect place to relax and read; a vintage heron lamp bought in London takes pride of place at the entrance

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CLOCKWISE FROM ABOVE Each room has been decorated with respect to the property’s rich 150year history; the pool area is perfect for summer parties with family and friends; plants fill all corners of the home; the flooring has been the biggest project, ultimately finding the perfect stone in France

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almost as if I had travelled back in time to from the 1600s in Antwerp and an old southern France, to a house filled with refectory table from the Italian countryside. European history and classic heritage. It was “One of the first pieces I found on an emotional experience and I knew it was Lillie Road in London was a beautiful vintage destined to be in the next chapter of my life.” lamp featuring a great blue heron base. He didn’t, however, anticipate what a huge The morning after I returned to the house, undertaking it would be and he sees his I was eating breakfast looking out over the development advancements as a lifelong garden and the great pond. project, due to its sheer size. The estate “Suddenly, from behind the trees, has a 12,000 square-foot main house with descended a majestic great blue heron, six bedrooms, a guest house with three slowly landing at the edge of the water, bedrooms, a pool house where he elegantly stood with two bedrooms; along for two minutes, as if he with the original gate house, were overlooking his J E F F’ S which is currently being kingdom. It was a sign that M ON T EC I TO renovated to become an the lamp was meant to be artists’ retreat, which he will a prominent feature in the His top spots for shopping, welcome creatives to for a house and I have kept it at dining and hiking couple of months at a time. the entry as a reminder.” Shop Already he has been He also loves the history “cleaning up the interior of the property, which he I particularly love Angel on palette” and putting right intends to respect. “There Coast Village Road and Wendy the “miscellaneous decor”. is something magical Foster in the Upper Village. He tells us, “I prefer a about this place, and the Each has a great selection of clean palette but with warm stories of the families who contemporary and emerging elements of wood and have passed through it are designers, including Rails. home-style comforts. I filled with fortune, despair, Bar want the house to represent love affairs and other both a curated artistic folklore. One day I would A great afternoon excursion experience, but something love to make a film about is a drink at the Rosewood that still feels truly like a the generations that have hotel. It’s right on the water home. Even though there lived at El Mirador.” with a beautiful sunset view. are many heritage pieces Another standout Restaurant in the house, everything feature is the amazing should be lived-in and swimming pool. “A lot of Dinner at Stonehouse at comfortable. It’s all about people are planning on San Ysidro Ranch. Sit on blending old and new”. me having many parties,” the veranda surrounded by He tells us that nature is a he laughs. “I think this lush trees, candlelight, and key element of the property was the whole point of incredible food. and the extensive garden buying the house, it needs Park has natural springs and to be shared with people meandering pathways. and I’m certainly looking Parma Park is a local hiking “I’ve tried to create a flow forward to hosting friends spot in the foothills of the where you are both inside and family here in the Santa Ynez mountains. Hike and out. There are rooms coming months. up for amazing views of Santa with full sliding doors, “It is a refreshing respite Barbara and the Pacific Ocean. so you can sit inside the from busy city life and Beach dining area, but with a full a chance to reconnect expanse of the gardens. In with nature. I always lov You can spend countless hours various areas of the home it when people feel the up and down the coast – I there are plants, which you have experienced the particularly love Butterfly Beach, can also find around the magic of this property. a more local spot in front of the property including olive Summer BBQ pool part Biltmore hotel. It’s the perfect trees, ficus and palms.” are a particular highlig place to take in the ocean air. One of the largest The location of the projects he’s tackled so property in Montecito’s far is the flooring. “It was this sort of pink exclusive eight square-mile radius means and brown stone, which just didn’t make obviously has a few famous neighbours, any sense to me. I went to a quarry in “Including a couple of Brits,” he jokes, in France to find a specific, clean stone and reference to Harry (and Meghan), living had it shipped.” blocks away. Oprah is around the corner, He laughs that it will not be an Ikea home, Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom have a rather a mix of furniture he’s acquired on property there, along with Ariana Grand his European travels. “I found a tapestry Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi. ■

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With many festivals cancelled last year, the outlook for live music in 2021 is looking more optimistic. Latitude at Henham Park, Suffolk, will run between 22-25 July, with acts including Bastille and Snow Patrol. All Points East in London’s Victoria Park moves from its typical May slot to August, with Little Simz (left) and London Grammar in the line-up. And Tom Kerridge’s foodie festival, Pub In The Park, will tour venues across the country from June to September. pubintheparkuk.com

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SLEEPS SIX For those hankering after a hotel experience without the crowds, let us introduce No.1 The Townhouse. The private residence at London’s Great Scotland Yard Hotel has staff available around the clock for all of your five-star needs, including menus prepared by the hotel chefs. hyatt.com

3. Food

L O C A L LY SOURCED This spring, the team behind Hackney’s Nest opened seasonal British restaurant Fenn on London’s Wandsworth Bridge Road. Inside there’s a 30-seater dining room, centred around a hand-carved ash table, or venture outside for a heated, covered terrace. fennrestaurant.co.uk

Book

MONOCHROME Peter Lindbergh. Azzedine Alaïa is a hardback which encompasses the work of two forces in fashion. The photographer and couturier were united by a shared love of black, found in their respective fields, and merged in their collaborations. taschen.com

Sport

L O V E LY B U B B LY Joining this summer’s resumed social calendar is the Lanson-sponsored Wimbledon tennis tournament, which will take place between 28 June and 11 July at the famous SW19 postcode. wimbledon.com, lanson.com

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My Fashion Fantasy...

HARLEY VIERANEWTON

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP Harley in one of her HVN dresses; beautiful beaches in Turks and Caicos; Valentino is one of her favourite designers; Heart Clio sandals by HVN x Ancient Greek Sandals; tea at The Wolseley; a Chanel cross-body

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he launch of brand ambassador Harley’s namesake fashion label, HVN, was in 2016 and her vintage-inspired silk dresses are now stocked at Net-a-porter, Matches Fashion and Selfridges in the UK. They’ve been spotted on Rihanna, the Duchess of Cambridge, Miley Cyrus and Jennifer Garner. For SS21, the brand’s classic, playful aesthetic has joined forces with Ancient Greek Sandals to produce a range of summer footwear. “Its sandals are cute, comfortable and go perfectly with my HVN dresses,” says Harley. Here she tells us about her dream day… I would wake up at The Carlyle hotel, New York, with my husband, Ross, and start my day with a Kyle Miller Zoom yoga class. I’d never done yoga before lockdown and it has saved my body and mind. Then Ross and I would grab an iced coffee at Via Quadronno and have a stroll through Central Park. We would take the train downtown and go straight to Baz Bagel, where my sister Rio would meet us for my very favourite Emerald City sandwich [tobiko, cream cheese, smoked salmon and cucumber]. I’d be wearing… my new favourite HVN Eva dress and some Heart Clio sandals by HVN x Ancient Greek Sandals. After breakfast, I’d head straight to the beaches of Turks and Caicos. There’s nothing that resets me like the warm turquoise waters there. They truly have healing powers. My mother would meet me and we’d float about in the shallow ocean drinking pina coladas. After a swim we’d lay

out on the perfect white sand beach and listen to a great episode of Desert Island Discs. I’d fall asleep on the beach until about 4pm, which is perfect timing for my next stop, afternoon tea at The Wolseley in London. My whole family would meet there and we’d order finger sandwiches, with extra cucumber, and scones. I’d wear... HVN, because ever since I launched my label I’ve really lived in my dresses for day to day. But I also love Valentino, Chanel and Miu Miu. Whenever I’ve travelled over the past ten years, my small Chanel cross-body black bag has come with me. It only fits credit cards, a lip balm and a phone, but that’s OK with me. After tea I’d be on the next flight to Tokyo with Ross and Rio, we always vacation there together, she even crashed our honeymoon. We’d walk around Shibuya and Harajuku, shopping stationery and vintage. I’d be sure to pay a visit to my favourite stores: Loft; Tokyu Hands and Miss Faline. For dinner we’d visit our favourite ramen spot, Afuri, and order the delicious yuzu ramen. I’m not exaggerating when I say I daydream about this meal every day. There’s a few all over the city, but my favourite is the one in Nakameguro. After dinner, we’d walk by the river nearby, which is beautiful and peaceful. After dinner Ross and I would head back home to LA, because I’d complete my perfect day ending it in bed with my cats, Marmite and Zingo. I’d take forever choosing a Poirot episode to watch, but pass out in the first five minutes. Heaven.

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