Throughout 2023, the major fashion and beauty trends were focused on wholesome, outdoorsy looks. From cottage core to strawberry girl beauty, clothing and makeup were simple, unadorned, and carefree. For 2024, there’s a big switch-up in mood and style, as high glam will be trending throughout this year. Think big hair, bold makeup, carefully curated […]
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]]>Throughout 2023, the major fashion and beauty trends were focused on wholesome, outdoorsy looks. From cottage core to strawberry girl beauty, clothing and makeup were simple, unadorned, and carefree. For 2024, there’s a big switch-up in mood and style, as high glam will be trending throughout this year. Think big hair, bold makeup, carefully curated statement fits, and the return of high-heeled shoes. If you want to get on board with this fun, fabulous trend, here are three key looks to aim for.
Bring on the Curls
If you’re looking for hair inspiration for the high glam trend, take a look at the mob wives in the hit TV show The Sopranos. Those ladies take pride in their carefully coiffed curls, and some styles look like they’ve taken an entire can of hair spray to set. For a more modern approach, try some looser bouncy curls, with dramatic bouffant bangs to tap into this trend.
Bold Makeup
That old rule about keeping the eyes subtle if the lips are dramatic no longer holds—for the high glam trend, you want to amp up the makeup drama in whatever way you can. Think block eyeshadow shades, thickly lined eyes, and bright lips with bold liner. Don’t forget to curl your lashes, or better yet pop on a pair of falsies to maximize your high glam look.
Fashion Fits
For this look, you’ll want to tap into eighties fashion styles—think dramatic volume around the shoulders and sleeves, tight-fitting clothes, dramatic fabrics like lurex and faux leather, and bright, bold colors. From the world of high fashion, Versace glam offers some great mood board inspiration to hit the right notes with this style.
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If you take a look through TikTok or any other social media site, one form of self-therapy is hitting all the headlines: rejection therapy. Based on a fairly simple concept, rejection therapy essentially involves exposing yourself to low-stakes rejections in order to improve your social confidence, self-belief, and public speaking skills. Some of those who’ve […]
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]]>If you take a look through TikTok or any other social media site, one form of self-therapy is hitting all the headlines: rejection therapy. Based on a fairly simple concept, rejection therapy essentially involves exposing yourself to low-stakes rejections in order to improve your social confidence, self-belief, and public speaking skills. Some of those who’ve tried it rave about the boost it gives them, but as this form of therapy isn’t usually monitored by a professional therapist and involves interacting with strangers on the street, if you want to give it a go there are a few things to consider first.
Start Slow
If you are somebody who panics at the idea of interacting with a stranger, don’t aim too high on the first day of your rejection therapy challenge. See if you can ask for a free whipped cream topping from your barista or ask to borrow something small like a pen from a supermarket cashier. This way, you don’t have to approach someone out of the blue and you can simply leave the cafe or store once you’ve finished your interaction. Be mindful of always being polite to those working in the service industries.
Be Mindful of Stranger’s Reactions
Those who’ve tried rejection therapy have claimed that the majority of people they’ve interacted with have been calm and relaxed and found the requests for selfies, free coffees, or a bite of their sandwich funny. However, if you are going to approach people you don’t know you will have to be prepared for all sorts of reactions. This is part of why the therapy is effective for some people, as moving past that uncertainty and anxiety can prove a confidence boost, but if it feels like it’s getting too much then allow yourself a break from the challenge.
Seek Professional Advice
Ultimately, the best way for many people to work through their issues is to seek the support of a certified therapist. Whilst the cost of this is prohibitive for many, you could ask for a single session to talk through your plans for or experiences of rejection therapy—a good therapist will be able to gauge whether this is something that could potentially be beneficial for you, or cause more harm than good.
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Bob haircuts are almost always in, because there are so many ways to cut and style this versatile look. There really is a bob to suit everyone, and having shorter hair can feel chic and liberating. Check out these three bob styles which will work for different face shapes and hair types, to help you […]
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]]>Bob haircuts are almost always in, because there are so many ways to cut and style this versatile look. There really is a bob to suit everyone, and having shorter hair can feel chic and liberating. Check out these three bob styles which will work for different face shapes and hair types, to help you decide whether or not to take the plunge.
Face Framing
Check out this gorgeous face-framing bob with dramatic side bangs. The bangs are long enough to be tucked behind the ear, or even swept up with a clip if you need your hair out of your eyes, but they look stunning and help to define the cheekbones. If you have wavy to curly hair, scrunching some gel through with really develop your texture and wave, and if your hair’s straight this style of bob can look neat and precise.
Bob With Bangs
Opting for full on bangs can work well with a bob, as the shorter hair length won’t swamp your features in the same way that longer hair paired with bangs can. It can help to dampen your bob and bangs and mist with some salt spray or run a comb through with a little styling gel rubbed on the teeth if you’re worried about flyaways or frizz.
Sleek Strands
Check out the gorgeous gloss on this bob. Sometimes, chopping your lengths off can help to reveal a healthy shine, and your hair will look as well as feel a million times more soft and shiny. This bob is still long enough to be tied back, which can be a bonus, and will look just as sleek in the daytime as at a swanky evening do.
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Many style and trend experts are calling 2024 the year of “curated chaos”, but what does this term even mean and how will it affect how we all dress, work and live? The idea has its roots in the pandemic, as many people predicted that post-lockdown, society would want to let its hair down and […]
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]]>Many style and trend experts are calling 2024 the year of “curated chaos”, but what does this term even mean and how will it affect how we all dress, work and live? The idea has its roots in the pandemic, as many people predicted that post-lockdown, society would want to let its hair down and have a ball. This hasn’t quite gone to plan, but curated chaos is in line with an ethos that prioritizes having a good time, no matter how sweaty or disheveled you get. Here, check out three ways to get the curated chaos look.
Wet/Greasy Hair
Wet-look hair has been big news for a while now, but 2024 will see this pushed to its furthest extremes with hair styling which looks downright greasy. It’s meant to demonstrate that you’re just so carefree and having too much fun to bother with things like showering, but understandably this look won’t be for everyone. If you do want to try it, hair oil is your friend. Once you’ve shampooed, layer it through your hair and allow it to dry naturally, applying more hair oil if you think the grease isn’t quite intense enough.
Overspilling Bags
Bags that were stuffed to the brim (and sometimes overspilling) caused quite a stir on the autumn/winter catwalks, with some heralding the look as a realistic trend for real women. In 2024, it seems that you’ll be bang on trend if you normally go everywhere with a bulging bag containing most of your possessions (more chaos, less curated, some might say). If you’re not sure you want to reveal the contents of your handbag to strangers, another trend point to take away is that big bags are back.
Crumpled Clothing
Curated chaos is certainly not a trend for the perfectionists among us. Another look that will be big news this year is crumpled clothing, so great news if you’re not a fan of ironing. The tricky part is hitting that sweet spot, so you look chic and relaxed in a gently crumpled linen shirt, rather than frazzled and fatigued in already-worn clothes!
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As more and more of us return to travel post-pandemic, vacation trends are taking off once more. In 2024, “slow vacations” will be big news. These are vacations that focus on letting you truly relax and unwind, often with a digital detox to help you switch off from the online world. Check out these reasons […]
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]]>As more and more of us return to travel post-pandemic, vacation trends are taking off once more. In 2024, “slow vacations” will be big news. These are vacations that focus on letting you truly relax and unwind, often with a digital detox to help you switch off from the online world. Check out these reasons why slow vacations will be such big news this year.
Take Some Time Out
Over recent years, more and more people have been commenting on the fact that they can’t unwind from work, even when they’re on a two-week beach break in Greece. Having access to work emails through our phones can mean that the temptation to check remains, even when we should be focusing on having a great time. A slow vacation puts the emphasis on old-school relaxation—think lounging on a deckchair, meandering around a market, and enjoying an ice cream at 10 o’clock in the morning.
Prioritize Communication
If you’re holidaying with friends or family, a slow vacation will encourage you to really talk and listen to one another. All too often, holidays mean everyone staying on their phones late into the morning, but a slow vacation will mean putting the phone aside and appreciating those you’re with.
Appreciate the Scenery
If you want to take a slow vacation, it can help to make sure that you’re staying somewhere beautiful. Slow vacations are connected with mindfulness, so you may want to take some time out each day to sit and take in your surroundings. Whether you opt for a mountain cabin, a beachside hotel, or a city penthouse, enjoy the destination you’ve chosen.
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Each year, skincare makes great leaps forward in terms of the ingredients used and the blends that deliver healthier, glower skin. In 2024, certain ingredients and products will take center stage and a range of conditions will be treated through new formulas. Exosomes Exosomes are a new buzzword in beauty. They refer to cells that […]
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]]>Each year, skincare makes great leaps forward in terms of the ingredients used and the blends that deliver healthier, glower skin. In 2024, certain ingredients and products will take center stage and a range of conditions will be treated through new formulas.
Exosomes
Exosomes are a new buzzword in beauty. They refer to cells that are formed from stem cell secretions, and when applied topically they encourage skin cells to regenerate. However, some experts are cautious about the strengths of some of the products available on the market, so if you’re keen to give this ingredient a try, start on a low dosage.
Skin Cycling
Taking off in 2023 and sure to continue into 2024, skin cycling refers to the practice of reducing the amount of products you use on some days, to give skin and pores a rest from constantly absorbing multiple products and ingredients. Whether you opt to go entirely bare-faced, or strip your routine back to just a cleanser and moisturizer, there is evidence that skin cycling is a great idea especially if you have congested, oily skin.
Neurocosmetics
This approach to skincare combines science relating to mindfulness with beauty. By applying your skincare in a slow, massage-like style, you can help the product penetrate further into your skin whilst relaxing your mind and body. Feeling more relaxed has itself been linked to healthier, less congested skin, so taking a holistic approach to skincare and focusing on calming yourself through applying it can have a big benefit on your overall skin health.
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Over 2023, BookTok has been big news, as avid readers share tips on their latest reads, best books, and favorite authors. This is set to continue into 2024, and whilst people will continue to list their “just read” and “to read” titles on online platforms such as TikTok and Goodreads, many people are also turning […]
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]]>Over 2023, BookTok has been big news, as avid readers share tips on their latest reads, best books, and favorite authors. This is set to continue into 2024, and whilst people will continue to list their “just read” and “to read” titles on online platforms such as TikTok and Goodreads, many people are also turning to old-fashioned methods to record a reading diary. A simple concept, this works by writing down the title and author of the book you’ve just read, plus some thoughts on the book’s overall plot and characters. The idea is that this creates a permanent record of your reading which you can revisit over time and remember certain titles you loved. If you’re interested, check out these tips on creating your own reading diary.
Make it Beautiful
Part of the reason for recording the books you’ve read on paper is to have a beautiful, lasting record. Aesthetics count when it comes to this trend, so invest in some stunning stationery and practice your handwriting before launching into the first page. While the diary doesn’t need to be perfect, it does need to be pretty enough to make you want to open it and flick through, so take time to decorate each page. This in itself is a lovely mindful activity and a great way to while away a Sunday afternoon.
(@oliwia.journal)Don’t Treat it Like a Chore
Keeping a book diary is meant to be a mindful, fun way of recording your favorite reading experiences. If it starts feeling like a chore every time you finish a title, ease up on your diary keeping or change the way you’re doing it. If you’re struggling to find time to do it in the week, reassess whether you could cut down on screen time (which has been proven to reduce overall wellbeing and happiness) in favor of keeping your reading diary.
Bookstagram (@theclassiclibrarian)Share With Friends
Part of the popularity of the BookTok community has been the way in which hints, tips, and advice relating to reading are shared between likeminded people. A great way to make keeping a reading diary more fun is to share it with friends. This does mean treating the diary a little differently from your own journal and ensuring that nothing super personal gets included, as you may want to swap diaries with friends to get their takes on recent titles and see if there are any recommendations for books you haven’t read.
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The way your home is designed and curated can have a huge impact on the way you feel about it. Badly lit, cluttered spaces breed resentment and despondency, while well-designed, beautiful interiors can have the opposite effect. If you’re looking for some design inspiration, check out these interior decor trends which will be big news […]
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]]>The way your home is designed and curated can have a huge impact on the way you feel about it. Badly lit, cluttered spaces breed resentment and despondency, while well-designed, beautiful interiors can have the opposite effect. If you’re looking for some design inspiration, check out these interior decor trends which will be big news in 2024.
Golden Glamor
After a few years of clean-lined, sensible, mid-century modern furnishings, 2024 will see a return to luxurious, ornate decorations. Think gilded accents, ornate chair and table legs, and stunning chandeliers. If your space isn’t grand enough to accommodate these furnishings, you can make a subtle nod to the trend by investing in some velvet fabric cushion covers or drapes.
Subtle Shades
If your minimalist self is wincing at the idea of chandeliers and jewel-toned carpets, then check out this other trend—subtle, clean shades of taupe, beige, and cream. Mixing and matching variations of these shades can create interesting layers in your rooms, and you can always include the odd accessory or objet d’art to add a pop of color and interest.
Bold And Bright
If shades of beige bore you, then this trend is for you—it’s all about bold, bright, beautiful colors. There’s no issue if the colors clash, in fact, the more riotous the shades, the better. Balance this with clean floors and ceilings, in natural shades so you and your visitors aren’t overwhelmed by the kaleidoscope of color.
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TikTok is now one of the biggest social media platforms out there, so it’s no wonder that it has a major influence on trends in areas including fashion, wellness, skincare, beauty, and fitness. Some of these trends may be passing fads, but others are here to stay. Here’s our lowdown on three of the biggest […]
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]]>TikTok is now one of the biggest social media platforms out there, so it’s no wonder that it has a major influence on trends in areas including fashion, wellness, skincare, beauty, and fitness. Some of these trends may be passing fads, but others are here to stay. Here’s our lowdown on three of the biggest TikTok trends that will stick around long into 2024.
Skincare
There’s a load of skincare information and advertising on TikTok, but one of the products that managed to stand out above the rest is Mighty Patch. These small skincare patches are packed full of zit-busting ingredients including glycolic and salicylic acid, and have garnered a huge following for their effectiveness in reducing the size and appearance of spots overnight.
BookTok
Who doesn’t love a healthy, wholesome trend? BookTok is the side of TikTok dedicated to a community of people who love reading and books. Whether it’s tips on the hottest new releases, ideas for color curating your home library, or sharing beautiful quotes from favorite reads, BookTok has helped generate interest (and sales) in books.
1-Minute Workouts
We all know that we should do as much physical exercise as possible, but in the average working week, it’s just not possible to squeeze in long workouts on top of everything else. Enter the TikTok trend for one-minute (or at least very short) workouts. Whether it’s grooving along to your favorite song, squat jumping for one minute or holding a plank, the app has seen an explosion in short, doable workouts. Fitting a few of these in over your week can really help to improve your fitness, so this is no passing fad.
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Often, our beauty choices reflect the latest fashion trends and when it comes to our nails, it’s no different. When quiet luxury is ruling the runways, you can expect to see nails in shades of classic burgundy, taupe, and pink. When fashion turns to sparkle, glitz, and glamor it’s all about mirror shine nails with […]
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]]>Often, our beauty choices reflect the latest fashion trends and when it comes to our nails, it’s no different. When quiet luxury is ruling the runways, you can expect to see nails in shades of classic burgundy, taupe, and pink. When fashion turns to sparkle, glitz, and glamor it’s all about mirror shine nails with metallic details. This is the definitive list of the hottest nail trends in winter 2023, so read on if you want to stay on top of your fashion and beauty trends.
Ice Cold
Pale shades of blue, pink, and even ice white have been trending, bringing a refreshing change after fall’s obsession with rich, dark tones. To really amp up the beauty trends, add some pretty crystals to your nail art so that you can sparkle like an ice queen.
beauty • travel • lifestyle Sharpen Those Talons
After a year in which soft, rounded shapes have ruled the nail looks on the catwalks, winter has seen a return to the coffin and talon-shaped nails. These nail shapes deliver a touch more sass and attitude, and create some drama even when the nail color is simple and classic.
Christmas Classic
At this time of year, it can be difficult to avoid references to Christmas. However, this year Christmas nail designs are classy and subtle, with just a hint of festive sparkle. Opt for deep, rich shades such as burgundy, red, or green, and try out an unusual design such as the swirls shown here.
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