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Thanks to Dior, polka dot shoes are flirty spring trend we’re crushing on

Thanks to Dior, polka dot shoes are flirty spring trend we’re crushing on

Published by Daniella Wilson

Sick to death of polka dots? Unmoved by their whimsy girlishness and Scandi-approved allure? Well, you wouldn’t be alone. What emerged in 2025 as a playful, feminine fad quickly spiralled into full-blown micro-trend mania – with the hot spots coming to saturate both the runway and high street with serious gusto. However, you may have to wait a little while longer until these preppy polkas exit the scene – because according to Jonathan Anderson – they aren’t going anywhere.  The Irish designer has once again whipped up a sartorial storm, courtesy of his autumn/winter 2026 womenswear collection for Dior. His penchant for kitsch motifs translated beautifully from his Loewe tenure – ceramic lilypad-topped footwear, tutu skirts that culminated in trumpeted foxglove tendrils, silver-trimmed frog coin purses, unorthodox shape play and frothy layers of deconstructed lace coexisted alongside the iconic Bar Jacket silhouette, ornate lamé fabrics and gently-puffed balloon trousers. Yet, it was another whimsical design that piqued the interest of his loyal fashion following – polka dot pumps. Embossed with a petite brand logo along …

Courtesy of Nicola Peltz Beckham, slogan panties are topping my lingerie wish list

Courtesy of Nicola Peltz Beckham, slogan panties are topping my lingerie wish list

Published by Daniella Wilson

There’s nothing quite like slipping into a cute pair of panties to help pull your life together when everything else is falling apart. Sure, the world is on fire and our newsfeeds have never looked bleaker – but it’s nothing the petal-soft touch of a new thong can’t sweeten. Facetiousness aside, the power of new underwear is underestimated. Whether you’re a lace love or silk connoisseur, lingerie offers the ultimate boost of self-confidence when we’re feeling a little low which, considering the climate, is a rather frequent occurence. © @nicolaannepeltzbeckhamNicola Peltz Beckham wearing a pair of slogan pants Enter an unlikely hero – Nicola Peltz Beckham. While the media continues to pick apart the heiress’ tumultuous relationship with her in-laws, our attention fell to her wardrobe. Last week, the 31-year-old took to social media to debut a new summer-ready look – a broderie anglaise babydoll dress peppered with crocheted strawberry motifs and polka dots by Frankies Bikinis. The brand’s Coppola Dress was coolly styled with a pair of white cotton embroidered undies, emblazoned with the …

Can desert boots ever be chic? We fashion editors say yes – here’s how to style them

Can desert boots ever be chic? We fashion editors say yes – here’s how to style them

Published by Daniella Wilson

Anti-chic shoes are hot stuff. We’re talking stomp-worthy, platformed pillowy kicks that strike fear in the hearts of ballet pump lovers everywhere.  The past few seasons have placed ‘ugly-chic’ footwear front and centre of the style radar – with Margiela Tabi’s still reigning supreme alongside finger shoes, platform clogs, and leopard print Crocs. One silhouette we did not expect to bounce back with gusto? The humble desert boot. Characterised by a suede construction, a rounded toe, a crepe rubber base and an ankle length shape, desert boots have divided the fashion set since World War II, when soldiers wore them during desert campaigns.  © @deborabrosaDesert boots are perfect for festival season Inspired by the South African ‘velskoen’ boot, the design was later popularised by Clarks, whose Desert Trek and Desert Boot designs became iconic. Showcasing a rugged, earthy aesthetic that prioritised function over fashion, desert boots were adopted by the counterculture, becoming a staple piece among mod groups and within Jamaican reggae culture, a movement beloved by stars like Steve McQueen and Bob Dylan. As …

Luxe for Less: The affordable spring staples I’m shopping this April

Luxe for Less: The affordable spring staples I’m shopping this April

Published by Daniella Wilson

The spring season is great for many reasons. Longer evenings mean more time spent outdoors with friends, lighter mornings allow you to actually see what and where you’re putting your makeup, while the warmer climate invites you to update your wardrobe game. What’s not to love?  Given that it ‘tis the season to start spending more of your hard earned dosh at wine bars, booking beach front holidays and everything else that comes with frivolous sun-induced spending, I’ve rounded up the very best high street find that look utterly luxury, but won’t break the bank.  From a Bottega dupe so good passers by will think it’s the real deal, to a suede-style tote perfect for housing all of the essentials and Chloe girl-approved butter yellow frill dress, this spring is ripe with affordable wardrobe heroes.  Textured Faux Leather Jacket M&S Did someone say Bottega? Crafted from faux leather and made with a unique basket-style weave, this jacket is the definition of Luxe for Less. The perfect throw on layer for the spring season and beyond, …

5 jeans and heel outfit ideas that are perfect for spring 2026

5 jeans and heel outfit ideas that are perfect for spring 2026

Published by Daniella Wilson

Sometimes, a tried-and-tested formula is a classic for a reason. Enter jeans and heels, a combo that stars have been sporting since Marilyn Monroe stepped out in capri denim and a cheeky peeptoe heel. But that’s no reason why the pairing can’t have a refresh as we enter a new season, and as a recent jeans-and-heels convert I’ve been scouring the street style set for the best inspiration for a bang-up-to-date spin on the classic combo. © Getty ImagesThe power of a monochrome palette and some cracking jeans and heels Denim and heels have long been a sartorial power couple, but for spring 2026, the pairing feels sharper and cleaner, and the secret? Contrast. Casual denim meets elevated footwear, while structured jeans marry relaxed flats.  Celebrities continue to champion the look, with Bella Hadid leading the charge in an incredible flared Canadian tuxedo teamed with caged red heels. Perfection. © Getty Images for Miss SixtyBella Hadid in Miss Sixty For spring 2026, I’m looking to colour and texture to make the combo feel fresh and …

Brace yourself – wedge sneakers are back on the scene

Brace yourself – wedge sneakers are back on the scene

Published by Daniella Wilson

Fashion is inherently nostalgic. We often look back in order to look forward – it’s how trends are born. So far, 2026 has witnessed the return of the peacoat, Topshop’s epic comeback and the tutu skirt renaissance. There are even whispers of the skinny jean revival. Cue the Neyo hits and glimmering blue eyeshadow. The latest item to unearth itself from the sartorial archives? The wedge sneaker – one of the most divisive styles to emerge from the industry’s shoewear department. Let me take you back to 2012. French house Isabel Marant debuts the iconic Bekett Sneaker, defined by a suede exterior, an incorporated wedged heel, a high top silhouette and velcro-strap detailing. Within months, the kicks have been worn by stars such as Jennifer Lopez, Kendall Jenner, Lindsay Lohan and, perhaps most famously, Beyoncé – who sported a pair for her Love On Top music video. Zendaya even took to Instagram sporting an off-white pair, visible beneath a grainy, old-school Valencia Instagram filter.  © GettyLindsay Lohan wearing wedge sneakers in 2012 Considering Gen Z’s …

I’m a 5’11 fashion editor – these are the brands I’m loving for spring

I’m a 5’11 fashion editor – these are the brands I’m loving for spring

Published by Daniella Wilson

Being tall has its perks. Increased visibility at gigs, the ability to reach the top shelf in Tesco, the need to forgo the heels when you feel like it. However, there is one glaringly obvious downside to having height – the stress that comes with shopping for a new wardrobe. Finding clothes that fit like a glove is a constant battle. Mini dresses constantly threaten to reveal the undies, jeans rarely reach the ankles, and office-appropriate trousers end up looking like culottes. Not the desired effect for someone who prefers a baggier silhouette. It’s been a lifelong mission of mine to find brands that work for tall women. I’ll be honest, it’s the bane of my entire existence, actually.  Labels that offer ‘tall’ options are few and far between – and the items that are designed for lengthy ladies sell like hot cakes, making them incredibly difficult to come across. When it comes to trousers and jeans, many brands struggle to find the balance between still not being quite long enough and pooling around your …

The Coolest Stuff GQ’s Fashion Director Saw at the Fall 2026 Menswear Shows

The Coolest Stuff GQ’s Fashion Director Saw at the Fall 2026 Menswear Shows

Published by Jenni Sidey

Véronique’s Last Dance After nearly 40 years at the helm of Hermès menswear, Véronique Nichanian presented one last breathtaking collection, for fall-winter 2026, before passing the torch to her successor, Grace Wales Bonner. Color, texture, exotic leathers, artful accessories––all done with a touch of camp. It was the ultimate farewell: innovative, surprising, and, yes, even wearable. Courtesy of the brand. ERL Goes Formal For ERL’s 13th collection, founder Eli Russell Linnetz put his subversive spin on traditional eveningwear, turning flight suits into tuxedos and pairing morning jackets with boxer shorts. The star of the collection might be the brand’s new handcrafted leather loafers, which exemplify the label’s air of careless, comfortable luxury. Courtesy of the brand. Source link

Floral boots are the whimsy spring trend we didn’t know we needed

Floral boots are the whimsy spring trend we didn’t know we needed

Published by Daniella Wilson

Florals for spring – you know the drill. Blossom pink hues, petal silhouettes and foliage detailing bloom right on cue each year when the sun decides to rear its head and thaw the muted palettes of winter.  Yet, one corner of the fashion industry that has remained fairly untouched by the feminine theme is footwear, more specifically, boots.  Floral boots boast a history as vibrant as their aesthetic. In the 18th century, during the frivolous Rococo period, silk jacquard options were favoured by the aristocratic and affluent in France, who adopted the dainty Pompadour heel – an homage to Madame de Pompadour, mistress of King Louis XV. © ValentinoValentino Resort SS26 These curved kicks paved the way for similarly intricate styles worn during the Victorian era, which took place a century or so later. Victorian designers favoured light, ornate aesthetics reminiscent of the Rococo period, yet replaced dated buckle adornments with adjustable lace-up detailing to provide a more functional fit. Either way, the shoes produced from both movements looked like they could have been painted …

Meet the mother-daughter duo turning accessories into modern heirlooms

Meet the mother-daughter duo turning accessories into modern heirlooms

Published by Daniella Wilson

Let’s be honest: mixing family with business isn’t for everyone. For many, the idea of partnering professionally with their mother or daughter might sound like a recipe for disaster. But for Suze and Holly Stille, it’s exactly what has helped shape their brand, Stone & Mason, into what it is today. “We always say that our cross-generational input and respective backgrounds are what make the Stone & Mason brand so strong,” the stylish creatives tell H! Fashion. “We’d say that our different outlooks are consistently strengthening not just the brand but our product – Suze has a strong eye for design and manufacturing details and Holly for marketing and digital presence (aka the techy stuff!)” © Stone & MasonSuze and Holly Stille are the founders of Stone & Mason © Stone & MasonThe mother-daughter duo started the brand in 2018 The mother-daughter duo launched Stone & Mason in 2018 after Suze spotted a gap in the market for cross-generational female-focused accessories that cut through the noise. Fast forward eight years, and their playful yet polished …