Innholdsfortegnelse for July/August 2020 i HELLO! Fashion Monthly

Larsen Thompson is what some might call an over-achiever, we prefer ambitious. She started tap-dancing at four, trained 30 hours a week aged nine, starred in Katy Perry and Pink videos and became a YouTube sensation. She’s now modelling in global campaigns and on every big designer’s front row. The gutsy 19-year-old is an inspiration for Gen-Z, a girl who’s embracing many career pathways and still finds time to fight for clean water aid.This fresh positivity is also influencing our wardrobes, enjoy our celebratory Summer Style Special to find all the colour and vibrance you need to put the gloom behind us. And, as you prepare to unveil yourself to the world, we have all your beauty and body prep covered. Let the sunshine commence!…

WILD AND FREE 70s-inspired safari looks were a standout trend on the SS20 runways – most notably at Dior, where models sported chic raffia bucket hats and utility jumpsuits. This territory was shared in the fashion landscape by the likes of Alberta Ferretti, Chloé and Dolce & Gabbana. RETRO SPORT From Peter Pilotto’s ab-baring crop tops and low-slung Lurex skirts, to Ferragamo’s drawstring pants and matching printed caps, retro athleisure has clearly been a strong influence among designers this season. The look is cool and confident – think Miami beach-meets Sporty Spice-meets nonchalant Jane Birkin (above). BREEZY BOHEMIAN A laissez-faire approach to life not only brings you peace of mind, but a covetable wardrobe to boot – as long as you have the right inspiration. Fortunately, there’s bucket loads on…

Equally as suitable for a staycation as a long-awaited trip abroad, this tropical print bikini is a summer steal. A cheering teal and apricot palm print is decorated with delicate peach tassels for off-beat boho style. A high street hero, it’ll work as well worn with denim cut-offs as layered under a breezy cotton dress. Add a pair of flat sandals and cat-eye shades, plus wicker texture earrings, and create the Côte d’Azur in your back garden.…

DOS GARDENIAS With the aim for luxury swimwear to better co-exist with the health of the world’s oceans, Dos Gardenias uses sustainable textures such as Econyl: yarn converted from ocean waste such as fishing nets and industrial plastic. As well as implementing them across its packaging, which is also made entirely from recycled plastic, the company is also seeking to empower women with its expert fits, its pledge to reduce impact on the planet, and by supporting and working with leading environmental charities such as Waves 4 Water and Earth Day Network. Look good, feel better! Prices from £105 LESLIE AMON The Swiss-Egyptian designer started her label after graduating from Central Saint Martins and cut her teeth designing for Giambattista Valli and Lanvin. Leslie believes women of every shape should…

1. Photography @STEPPING THROUGHFILM This quirky account is perfect for movie lovers. The man behind it, Thomas Duke, travels the world in search of iconic film locations, where he proceeds to show the exact scene that was shot there. He manages to perfectly line up printed photos with the real life background, including Joaquin Phoenix as The Joker dancing down steps in New York and Olivia Colman as the Queen at the Royal Naval College in Greenwich. Follow for: places seen in a new way 2. Interiors @DOROTHEE MEILICHZON Interior designer Dorothée is responsible for the good looks of some of the most chic hotel hotspots, such as Menorca Experimental and London’s Henrietta Hotel. Favouring curved decor, marble surfaces and terracotta tones, she’s clearly inspired by her travels to the…

Evoking thoughts of endless summers, Dior’s new capsule collection transports us to our happy place. Inspired by its recent catwalk collections, and reinterpreted for summer climes, Dioriviera takes its name from southern France’s fashionable Riviera coastal region. The chicest setting for these holiday wardrobe essentials – designed by creative director Maria Grazia Chiuri, to prevail. “Each of my collections is a step forward, a clarification of what it means for me to make fashion today within a global brand like Dior,” says the Italian designer, who took the helm of the French fashion house in 2016. Bringing the collection to life, and under the creative direction of Maria Grazia, Pamela Hanson photographed rising stars, including 20-year-old Cayman model Aaliyah Hydes (left). “Photographic shoots are always important because they bring to…

Big-collar blouses Seen everywhere from the likes of JW Anderson to Nina Ricci, these oversized collars are guaranteed to add some low-key drama to your look. STYLE IT UP Paper-bag trousers Consider these four items the building blocks to the ultimate everyday wardrobe With their flattering high waist and wide leg, the paper-bag trouser is the perfect mix of comfort and style. Loosely tuck in a printed blouse and add a chunky sandal to finish. STYLE IT UP Short suits A short suit is the perfect year-round investment and can be styled for all occasions. While sharper tailoring lends itself to the office, looser styles are great for off-duty days. STYLE IT UP Off-the-shoulder dresses Whether contemporary and structural, or bohemian and vintage-inspired, there’s a dress to suit all tastes.…

Faith In Nature Dragon Fruit Shampoo Bar, £5.79 Lasting up to 52 washes, rub this pH balanced, SLS-free bar between your hands then apply to wet hair, massaging into the scalp as you go. Gentle enough for those with sensitivities, and it smells like holidays. Ethique Too Delicious Conditioner Bar, £14 Designed for dry hair, this is ideal if you’re dipping in and out of sea water and chlorine. Alongside cocoa butter, hemp oil (which is full of fatty acids and ceramides) prevents moisture leaving the hair so it feels strong and looks shiny. Cosmydor R/7 Handcrafted Soap with rose musk oil and bitter orange essential oil, £11 Coconut oil and shea butter make this a hydrating powerhouse while the rose fruit and orange essential oils treat the senses and…

It’s the third week of quarantine and since the US enforced strict travel restrictions, model Blanca is holed up in Barcelona until she’s able to fly back home to New York. Frustrated? A little. But far from being resentful, she’s thankful. “This is an opportunity to stop and take a minute for yourself. To awaken the things in your life that you can improve, remember everything we are grateful for and stop taking it for granted.” It’s obviously her sunny disposition, as well as her cover girl looks, that have the big fashion houses booking her for their campaigns and runaways (Elie Saab, Givenchy and Ralph Lauren to name just a few). Blanca had just turned 18 when she was approached by a scout on the subway in her hometown…

With tabletops becoming the main focus of any self-respecting gathering, two company owners came together to launch a luxury place-setting hire service – so no two need ever be the same again Julian Vogel, CEO of a fashion PR agency and Louisa Preskett, CEO director of an events company, often work together. They started noticing how important tablescapes are, but also how generic they were becoming. “At brand events guests upload a table shot to Instagram,” Louisa tells us. “But it was difficult to find plates and cutlery that hadn’t been seen before.” With smaller dinner parties becoming more common, people want to show that creativity at home, too. “But they don’t want to buy the pieces because we’re all trying to have less ‘things’. That’s why we love the…

1. Art ALL RISE Rise Art is an online platform that connects artists with collectors, but it also has a big heart. During the Covid-19 crisis they are not only waiving 100% of their commission (most galleries take 50), but they are helping us brush up our skills with life-drawing and draw-together classes. riseart.com 2. Book FREEDOM When in the 90s, Peter Lindbergh shot Linda, Naomi, Cindy, Tatjana and Christy for the cover of Vogue, the supermodel was born. George Michael subsequently cast them in his Freedom! 90 video, and then Gianni Versace sent them down the catwalk lip-syncing the song – cementing the term. Originally released in 1997, Images Of Women , with shots handpicked by Lindbergh, has been re-released following his death, last year. Available now, prestel.com 3…

Alice HFM’s new acting beauty director perfected her banana bread recipe in between features. Elle Discovered her fave lip glazes – this one, by L’Occitane, will definitely boost post-quarantine complexions. Jill Bumped into cover star Larsen on the front row at the Philosophy di Lorenzo Serafini show in Milan. Fran Had company on our weekly Zoom meeting, her cat Winston was determined to get in on the action. Laura Improvised her workout with the closest thing to dumb-bells. Her wine arms are coming along nicely. The team Shot our cover story in the iconic Barbican building, you’d never know we weren’t in the tropics. The team Couldn’t believe the bargain price of this basket from Sunny Season Buys, £16, from George at Asda. We kid you not. Rachel Took WFH…

LEONIE HANNE @leoniehanne Are there any labels you particularly rate for summer? I love Cult Gaia, I think it’s had one of the best developments, from starting with little bags to now amazing ready-to-wear. I think the pieces are quite elevated, but still nice for the beach. For swimwear, there’s not one brand I love more than Hunza G. I have all the shades, from earthy tones to popping pink and I love all the styles, from tiny bikinis for getting a tan, to cool-cut bathing suits. I’ve always been a fan of Australian brands, like Faithfull the Brand, I think they have a fun assortment and are good if you don’t want to spend too much. What tips do you have for getting the most out of your summer…

1. UNDER WRAPS Hair accessories burst back on to the scene, with pearly slides and hairbands, but now the prim and proper headscarf is making an almighty comeback. The Etro and Saint Laurent runways were keen proof that hiding a bad-hair day has never looked better – twist and knot around the head for extra boho style points. 2. CROWN JEWELS It’s time to rummage through your jewellery box and vintage shops, as Victorian-inspired jewellery is set to take over from shells this summer. Just look to Anna Sui’s cameo statement necklaces paired with the prettiest of printed dresses and you’ll soon understand why. 3. MEGA BELTS When it comes to cinching in jackets, puff-sleeve dresses and diaphanous blouses, a bold statement belt will do just that. Ethereal sun-dresses, crisp…

With Scandi model of the moment Olivia Vinten fronting a dreamy campaign, this collaboration is totally lust-worthy. Philosophy di Lorenzo Serafini presents Wildflowers, a capsule collection of dresses and accessories using exclusive fabrics and prints from the Liberty London archives. With epic 70s shapes to choose from, think puffed sleeves, ruffled shirts and prairie-style dresses in ditsy floral prints. These sit with tougher denim items, featuring floral patchworks and linings for the ultimate cool girl wardrobe. Prices from £80…

All in the Detail Oversized sunnies are a must, adding a chunky resin chain to them, like Tamu McPherson, modernises the look. Sepia Toned When it comes to 70s dressing, brown is your best friend. Focus on leather and cord to really show off the era’s favourite colour in all its glory. Power Print If you’re not massively into florals, go for a paisley print, like Yoyo Cao. Tie-dye and graphic shapes have also made an appearance on the fashion week set. GET THE LOOK…

With understandably most of our summer having been put on hold, it seems the frequently overlooked ‘staycation’ looks finally set to have its moment in the spotlight. Luckily, we are spoilt for choice with so many gorgeous places to visit across Britain, and before social-distancing became the word on the street, I stayed at the stunning Beaverbrook, a luxurious country house-hotel set in the woodlands of the Surrey Hills, a few miles outside of London. Striking the perfect balance between cosy and opulent, I was able to completely zone out, enjoying their delicious restaurants, a much-needed massage at the Coach House spa, and its truly elegant 20s-style bar, adorned with over 250 botanical prints and over-flowing with pisco sours. I was recently introduced to Milan-based brand, La DoubleJ, and its…

REN Clean Mineral SPF 30 Mattifying Face Sunscreen, £32 Best for: sensitive skin. Mineral filters block out UV rays and blue light, while rice starch extracts soothe reddening skin and control shine. The tube is impressive too, it’s made from 50% recycled plastic and the cap is 100% recycled. Shiseido Expert Sun Protector Lotion SPF50, £34 Best for: sporty types. Heat, water and UV can quickly break down protection in most suncreams. Not this one. It forms an invisible barrier that actually becomes stronger on contact with environmental aggressors. Eucerin Dry Touch Sun Gel-Cream SPF50+, £19.50 Best for: the time-poor. If greasy textures are your excuse to skip SPF, you’ll have to think of a new one. Silky and improbably light, this feels like your daily moisturiser and disappears in…

TRY THIS FATIGUE FIGHTER Iron deficiency is still the most common nutrient deficiency in the UK, but iron tablets can be harsh on sensitive stomachs. Spritz Better You Iron 10 Oral Spray, £14.95, under your tongue (a direct route into the bloodstream) to ease fatigue and tiredness, without causing tummy upset. Do this LIFT BIG Many of us would shun the weights room for fear of intimidation and ‘bulking up’. Now, thanks to strong-not-skinny role models like @Laurabiceps, lots of women are pumping iron, while feeling like a bad-ass and honing a taut physique. “It can improve your body composition, your posture and relieve stress. Some studies have even reported better sleep,” says Laura Hoggins, PT and author of Lift Yourself . But where to start? “Get confident with the…

Maya Brenner became one of the lucky few when she managed to turn her past-time into a lucrative business. And it all happened by complete accident. Back in 1998 she was a social worker helping teenagers struggling with substance abuse. “In the evenings I would sit in my New York city apartment making jewellery to calm my nerves,” she says to us on the telephone from her luxurious 1920s-style villa in Los Angeles’ fashionable Silver Lake. She remembers how people would approach her in the street, asking where her jewellery was from. Before long, she was making pieces for friends, which quickly progressed to fulfilling a couple of modest orders from small boutiques. But it was when a sales rep from Anthropologie discovered her designs and put in an order…

You could say that Jean Campbell’s career began pretty well, with a shoot for British Vogue , followed by appearing in Burberry’s SS14 campaign. The 22-year-old was 16 and still in school at the time. Jean, who was born in Westminster and raised in Scotland, continued to model exclusively for the heritage brand before being called back six months later to star in its English Roses’ campaign, alongside former HFM cover stars Malaika Firth and Neelam Gill, and Matilda Lowther. Since then she’s become one of Britain’s coolest and in-demand models – shooting a Stuart Weitzman campaign with Kendall Jenner and Willow Smith and signing contracts with the likes of Louis Vuitton, Alexander McQueen, Fendi and Miu Miu. Her latest venture saw the ethereal beauty take a road trip through…

BIKINIS High-waisted vintage, skimpy and glamorous, or bright and printed; with so many different styles out there, you’ll be spoilt for choice. Why not have one for every day of the week? SAVE SPEND SPLURGE SUN HATS When you need to be sensible in the sun (which is always, FYI), why not do it in style? A wide-brimmed hat is a must-have when you need some cover. Even better if it’s in fun colours. SAVE SPEND SPLURGE SUNGLASSES From minimalist to maximalist, cat-eye to square, trusty sunnies are an all-year-round essential to complete your look, wherever your location (or weather forecast). SAVE SPEND SPLURGE SUN-DRESSES When the weather heats up, sun-dresses are your saviour. They’ll take you from city strolls to beach-front cocktails and beyond. And you’ll have some back-to-the-office…

Achipper Larsen Thompson literally glides through the foyer of White City House, when we meet her the morning after her HFM cover shoot. The dancer, model, philanthropist and actress gives us a huge hug and launches straight into a story about the night before. “I went for dinner at Laylow,” she says, of the Notting Hill hotspot, “and ended up eating loads of cake, I was so full,” she adds rubbing her tummy and blowing out her cheeks. The gutsy 19-year-old and her boyfriend actor, Gavin Casalegno, who is best known for playing Young Damon in The Vampire Diaries, have been staying at the converted BBC Television Centre since returning from Paris Fashion Week. We take a seat in the restaurant and she orders an acai and berry smoothie with…

Style tip Try mixing it up, from bold heels, showstopping sunglasses and earrings, to classic sundresss. We’re all a bit dotty at heart.…

After a sell-out collaboration last year, high street giant John Lewis & Partners has once again joined forces with Victoria Durrer-Gasse, the global designer of Ibizan concept store La Galeria Elefante, to create a limited-edition collection of seven maxi and midi dresses. Think soft pastel pink florals and ochre feather prints (left) in the designer’s most loved silhouettes. Pencil 16 June in your diary so you don’t miss out!…

Sand & Sky Australian Pink Clay Smoothing Body Sand, £29.90 There’s something indulgent about using a scoop to spoon out this pink sand. Once damp, it transforms to a clay, leaving skin soft with a radiant gleam. Coco & Eve Bali Buffing Sugar, £34.90 Sugary, yes, gritty, no. Drenching skin with nourishing natural oils and tropical scents like lychee and dragon fruit, we defy you not to salivate as you buff your body with this. L’Occitane Almond Crunchy Muesli Scrub, £16.50 Just as delicious in your cereal bowl as your shower, this nutty mix helps nix ingrown hairs and rough patches. Add to your body wash for a tailor-made scrub.…

WELL OILED These tinted glazes give a slick of colour and feel just as hydrating as a balm, they’re also trending, big time. Clarins Lip Comfort Oil Intense in Fuchsia, £19 (3), leaves a bright raspberry wash. L’Occitane Delicious Lip Oil in Pink Mechanic, £11 (2), is a glistening rose that gives life to sallow cheeks and dry pouts or, for a subtle sheen, try Dior’s Lip Glow Oil in 015 Cherry, £28 (1). SUMMER SPRITZES Becci Vallis Acting beauty director I never imagined being swayed from Tom Ford’s Neroli Portofino, but Experimental Perfume Club’s Bergamot Incense hit me hard. Accompanying me on a California road trip, I’m in Little Venice in one swift sniff. Alongside zingy bergamot, it’s the Somalian incense and juniper berries that give it a musky…