With increasing environmental concerns across the board, many of us are trying to live more sustainably. From food to transport, we’re making more conscious choices — but what about when it comes to clothing? If you’re looking for a way to shop in a more sustainable way, looking at the clothing brands and garments you choose could make a big difference. Sustainable shopping — why is it so important? In the age of fast fashion, the demand for new clothes is greater than ever. And there’s certainly a dark side to this booming industry, as landfills overflow, cities pollute and...

It is estimated that around three-fifths of all clothing produced in today’s world ends up in landfills or incinerators within just one year of being made. This shocking statistic was created through the rise of fast, throwaway fashion. Lockdown has seen this increase massively, with 75% of consumers admitting to shopping more online than before the pandemic. When clothing is available at super-cheap prices it is inevitable that quality may be sacrificed. It is harder for companies to use good quality, sustainable materials and ethical production methods, whilst keeping up with the extremely low price point of the fast-fashion industry....

The change of seasons from Spring to Summer, brings with it warmer weather and wedding season. You may be wondering what you should wear to a wedding? Our guide on wedding guest outfits will take the stress out of wardrobe planning, and ensure you have a great day with your loved ones, feeling both comfortable and confident.  Explore our top tips for wedding guest outfits below, whether you’re attending an ultra-formal occasion, a relaxed wedding abroad or a chic city shindig with maximum party vibes. THE PERFECT DRESS For ladies, nothing says ‘wedding ready’ than a beautiful, flattering dress that...

We were lucky enough to sit down at the uk offices of r.M. Williams, the prestigious australian shoe brand. Jo (european wholesale manager) and sandra (european wholesale sales and customer service executive) welcomed us with open arms and let us pick their brains about their boots! Let’s start out easy! Can you describe R.M. Williams in five words?Sandra: Heritage…Craftmanship.Jo: Classic and investment.Sandra: Yeah classic… Artisan? We tried to think of some and we thought of timeless!S: Yes, timeless is a good one! What is the main inspiration and vision of the brand?S: I think the vision still continues to be giving people comfortable footwear, that’s...

New Year’s is the perfect excuse to dress up and show off your style. Let’s face it: it’s not quite as easy as pulling on your trusty dress or suit, especially when there are so many different dress codes. Whether you’re celebrating the New Year with a big party or keeping it more low key with your family, dare to try something new and take our advice for the ultimate New Year’s Eve outfit. Not sure where to start? Keep reading our outfit guide to get some inspiration and you’ll be dressing to impress no matter what the event. EXCLUSIVE...

As we all know, no two bodies are the same and what we must all accept is there’s no perfect shape to be. It’s easy to get bogged down in thinking the grass is greener – ‘if only my legs were longer/my waist was slimmer/my curves more noticeable.’ But the one thing you can guarantee is, the person with your dream body shape is facing challenges of their own. The truth is, we all have parts we’d prefer were different, but, importantly, we all have assets too and you can dress to accentuate those. Identifying your body shape is a...

One of the most common questions we are asked is ‘what is Armani Exchange?‘ Unfortunately, it’s not the simplest of questions to find an answer to. If you do a search online, you’re most likely going to end up being more confused due to Armani’s complex segmentation. So here we are going to finally clear up the age-old question, Armani vs Armani Exchange: What is the actual difference? Don’t forget to also check out our extensive Armani Exchange: collection! QUICK ACCESS GUIDE What is Armani? What is Armani Exchange? What is Emporio Armani? Giorgio Armani vs Armani Exchange Emporio Armani vs...

Let’s face it: folding t-shirts is a pretty dull chore. Pulling one after the other out of the laundry basket, squaring them up, laying them down, repeating again and again and again only for them to end up creased. But like all tasks we have to master, why not make it fun? Well – as fun as it can be. These techniques will have your tees looking fresh and crease free, as well as mixing up a boring part of your routine. Here are five methods of folding t-shirts for you to get to grips with. THE BASIC FOLD This...

There’s nothing quite like a city break to refresh your body and mind, getting you away from the mundane to have your own adventure. With a world of opportunities, where you go is up to you; as long as there is sun, sand and plenty of cocktails, it sounds good to us. The only issue with city breaks is, more often than not, you’ll be taking hand luggage over a suitcase. Don’t worry though, we think you need a few key pieces and simply style them in different ways. Need some inspiration? Here are our favourite city break outfits to...

Let’s face it: dates are always nerve-wracking. It doesn’t matter if it’s the first or the fifth, we always end up panicking with our entire wardrobe at our feet crying that we have nothing to wear. Sound familiar? It’s time to chill out with a glass of prosecco and get the date prep going with a helping hand from Rob. Whether you’re going to a glamorous bar or your favourite coffee shop, we have a stylish look for every occasion. Keep reading for our top style tips on how to dress for a date and get that next one in the bag....