Innholdsfortegnelse for December 2023 / January 2024 i HELLO! Fashion Monthly

EDITOR’SLETTER This is one of the issues I look forward to the most in our calendar, the Luxe issue. And this year’s bumper edition in no exception, we’ve filled it with the most lust-worthy buys on the planet to inspire your wardrobes and your gift lists. And of course, Luxe doesn’t mean that everything is out of reach, as everyone’s interpretation of luxury is different. Mine is a bath filled with a soothing oil and a glass of good wine as opposed to a diamond necklace. When we asked our cover star Fadhi the same question she said, “For me it is about being timeless, classy and elegant”. We couldn’t agree more, spin through to page 22 to see just how elegant she is. Fadhi is that rare mix of…

GOLD STANDARD Gilded accents add a touch of sheer luxury. A shiny shortcut to instant polish… THE FINER THINGS Sumptuous jewel tones and pearl adornments set the scene for the party season… AFTER DARK Midnight blues and shimmering blacks are understated yet sexy and sophisticated FROSTED TOUCH From showstopping metallics to dazzling diamonds, these pieces are sure to delight…

THESCENE For many people, Madeleine White first sprung onto their radar when she hacked up her £1,450 Prada jumpsuit with a pair of kitchen scissors moments before arriving at the brand’s AW23 show in Milan. There was a collective (digital) gasp, but this is what the TikTok star is known for among her fans – taking an arts and crafts approach to reworking her wardrobe. It’s creative, chaotic and a whole lot of fun. The English model was born in Lancashire, but now resides in LA with her DJ boyfriend Andrew Fedyk, who suggested she dabble in content creation when modelling jobs started to stutter during the pandemic. Before long, she had millions of followers tuning in to see her give clothes a new lease of life, encouraging us to…

PARTY READY The festive season is upon us and dressing for the occasion can feel slightly overwhelming. Whether you’ve got a Christmas party or a night out with the girls, look no further than H&M. From statement tops to strong suits with pearls, sheer fabrics and a ton of volume, this sophisticated autumn collection has something for every event. High street TOP 10 Our pick of the most enticing high street buys – your purse will thank you! 1 Pretty as a picture Up the ante on your jeans and nice top duo with this pearly blouse. 2 Party feet A mule is always a winner in our books and this sparkly mesh pair ticks every box. Wear with a party dress or jeans to instantly elevate. 3 Shooting stars…

RAISE YOUR GLASS Inspired by the iconic mirrored staircase in Coco’s Paris apartment, Chanel’s new 31 Le Rouge Lipstick Case, £140, is the first of its kind. Four years in the making, crafted by a master Japanese glassmaker, it’s home to a wardrobe of interchangeable colours (refills are £65). Bookmark this investment piece for beauty connoisseurs. SPECIAL CASE Make-up artist Lisa Eldridge has been snaffling up vintage makeup for over 30 years. She tells us that the gold packaging for her new refillable eyeshadow palette in Cinnabar, £49, is inspired by a 1920s design. It’s got keepsake written all over it. HAUTE COIFFURE La Bonne Brosse’s No.3 The Essential Soft, £128, is the Rolls-Royce of hairbrushes. Produced by the last remaining traditional brush makers in France, this particular model is…

Join the DIY tribe AT THE ROOT To cover up roots or greys, opt for a permanent colour. “A semi-permanent coats the hair giving some coverage and lots of shine, but won’t lift hair much,” explains Bleach London founder, Alex Brownsell. If you’re focusing on blending your roots with your existing colour, Garnier’s home colour expert, Michael Douglas, recommends applying the root colour first and leaving it to develop, then smudging the excess into your existing colour using gloved fingers or a clean make-up brush and then leaving it for a further five to ten minutes, to avoid any harsh lines. And remember, if you dye your own hair in between salon appointments, let your colourist know: “There are certain brands we can’t colour over, so we would recommend doing…

The Maldives really are the ultimate vision of paradise. But they can also make for an attainable once-in-a-lifetime trip, especially if you avoid pricey seaplane transfers and simply arrive at Malé airport to be transported on a quick speedboat ride to luxury resorts Ozen Life Maadhoo and Ozen Reserve Bolifushi. You’ll have a ‘pinch-me’ moment on arrival at both hotels. Each set on its own tiny island, you’ll be welcomed with showers of flower petals and jaw-dropping scenery – white powdery sands, swaying palms and verdant tropical greenery, surrounded by crystal-clear lagoons. EVERY ROOM COMES COMPLETE WITH VIEWS OF AZURE WATERS AND POWDERY-SOFT SHORES STAY At both resorts you can choose to stay in a villa on sand or over water and, to add a lavish touch, every meal and…

IT’S PARTY TIME Consider this your go-to style guide for the array of events in your calendar this season Time to SHINE Outdo them all with a hit of sequins, metallics and glitter. Give that disco ball some stiff competition... Style tip Don’t be afraid to mix-and-match tones and textures. Pair metallic jeans with sequins for an OTT look. PartyON TOP The ultimate faithful formula for almost any event is jeans and a nice top. The perennial pairing is a failsafe way to ensure you’re dressed for wherever the night may take you Style tip If jeans aren’t your thing, swap them for a chic leather or tailored trouser and keep all the attention on your top. Feminine ENERGY No-one does the ultra-femme look quite like Giambattista Valli and Alessandra…

THROUGH THE LENS Huishan Zhang’s Resort 2024 collection draws inspiration from Eileen Chang’s 1944 novella Red Rose, White Rose . Each piece, from the giant rose corsages to the textured tulle gowns, highlights the beautiful craftsmanship woven into the brand’s DNA. Style NOTES This month’s round-up of must-have brands, trends and key pieces... DISCO FEVER Taller Marmo has become the go-to label for unabashed glitz and glamour. It fuses luxurious designs with a 60s and 70s-inspired spirit for seriously showstopping looks. HOLD ME CLOSER, TINY DANCER GLITTER BOX Marina Raphael and Venyx’s collection of Swarovski crystal-coated box clutches add a touch of glamour to even the most minimalist of looks. Perfect for keeping secrets and all of life’s essentials. Time to party! Bag, £1,095, Venyx x Marina Raphael MASTER PIECES…

TALKIN’ BOUT AN EVOLUTION THE MUSE SOFIA RICHIE Since her April wedding to music executive Elliot Grainge at Hotel du Cap-Eden-Roc in the south of France (where she rotated three Chanel dresses), Sofia has undergone a glow-up that has gripped the fashion world. Not only is her hair extra luxurious, her make-up perfectly polished and her skin incredibly toned, but she has had a style evolution, switching from Gen-Z starlet to the best power-dressing version of herself. THE WILDCARD DOJA CAT The US rapper lived up to her stage moniker when for her first Met Gala – on the theme of Karl Lagerfeld: A Line of Beauty – she transformed into the late designer’s Burmese cat, Choupette. Her purrfect prosthetic features were teamed with a floor-length Oscar de la Renta…

Terry de Gunzburg is beauty industry royalty. She’s a tastemaker, creating products we never knew we needed, like YSL’s iconic Touche Éclat. “It took me three years to convince the marketing team there,” she tells us. “It was the 90s and they kept saying, ‘What is this click pen? It’s not concealer, it’s not a foundation...’. Back then the term ‘highlighter’ didn’t really exist in make-up terms. But I was so confident it would sell.” After 15 years at Yves Saint Laurent as international make-up designer, Terry decided to forge her own path, launching By Terry. “It’s important to be a trendsetter, not a follower,” says the 67-year-old, as she celebrates 25 years of her trailblazing brand. We met at London’s Edition hotel to reflect on a stellar career and…

WITNESS THE FITNESS Guess is fast becoming one of the most forward-thinking fashion houses for activewear. Cut from high-performance, flexible fabrics, the new collection doesn’t scrimp on style or substance. VITAMIN SEA According to statistics, 38%* of the population are deficient in iodine, which can lead to thyroid issues. “Our thyroid gland is responsible for releasing hormones that help with energy and repair but it needs a number of nutrients, including iodine,” explains nutritionist Kerry Torrens. “Sea moss is a great source, especially for those following a plant-based diet.” Tasty and healthy, Starpowa’s Sea Moss Gummies 100mg, £39.99 for 60, will help you top up. YOUR NEW YEAR RESOLUTIONS FIND FOCUS Following the success of their High Performance podcast, presenter Jake Humphrey and author Prof Damian Hughes have written a…

1. Festive SPINNING AROUND Glide, created by the team behind the Natural History Museumi ice rink and Winter Wonderland, launches this month. Surrounded by twinkling lights and a 30ft Christmas tree, skaters can enjoy river views from the three interconnecting rinks, battersea powerstation.co.uk 2. Music GOOD KARMA Sweet Justice is not necessarily a revenge album, but it is about “karmic justice and accountability”. The recently-released second album from Los Angeles-based, Zimbabwe-born and Australiaraised rapper Tkay Maidza features self-empowerment singles Silent Assassin and Ring-A-Ling – therapeutic accounts of her own personal reckonings. Fresh from joining both Billie Eilish and Dua Lipa on tour last year, Tkay will no doubt be in a position to headline her own album tour in 2024, @tkaymaidza 3. Food MOURISH DUMPLINGS Kinkally in Fitzrovia is the…

When Campbell Addy chose the cover image of his first book, Feeling Seen, it wasn’t a shot of Naomi Campbell, Adut Akech or Beyoncé, all of whom appear on the inside pages, instead the Ghanaian-British photographer opted for an image of model Fadhi Mohamed – whom he had photographed two years earlier for a Wall Street Journal cover. It was only her second shoot but, looking beautiful and poised, wearing a full-length red sequin Bottega Veneta dress and lavender hijab, you wouldn’t know. Fadhi was first approached by a model scout at the age of 15, while out with her mother in Westfield shopping centre, London, but decided to concentrate on her studies rather than pursue a modelling career at that stage. “And I didn’t think it was something that…

FASHIONINSIDER The curated shelving spanning the entire length of Ulla Johnson’s Manhattan office wall is captivating. “Oh my goodness, I built all this before we lived in a time of Zoom, but now it comes in handy,” she says, turning around and admiring her backdrop. Jam-packed with ceramics, books and objet d’art, it provides a fascinating window into the world of the designer, whose love of art, literature and travel continues to influence her globally informed collections. But despite travelling extensively and continually employing the skills of artisans from around the world, Ulla’s fashion shows are purely New York-centric. Since the pandemic, which she’d rather not mention but does so for context, she’s felt an increasing need to embrace the city. “I’ve taken it upon myself to champion New York…

INTERVIEW ‘I SNAP PHOTOS OF MY DAILY LIFE: OUTFITS, BEAUTY PRODUCTS AND TRAVELS’ We speak with Giorgina Clavarino, the London-based Italianraised content creator and brand consultant. As one of what she describes as “early-bird bloggers” Giorgina launched her blog Giorgina With an Eye in the early 2010s and now has 164k followers on Instagram. Have you always been interested in fashion? I think being Italian makes it part of your DNA. By the age of five I already had an opinion on my clothes. I recently found pictures of myself at a very young age wearing straw bags and sunglasses to match my dresses; and I’d stack my arm with candy-coloured bracelets that I’d made myself. How did you start blogging? Before Instagram, having a fashion blog was the thing.…

Lipstick is empowering. It can also make your skin glow, your teeth look whiter and it elevates your overall look. As L’Oréal Paris launches an ultra long-lasting liquid lipstick, Infallible Matte Resistance, which promises up to 16 hours of comfort, its new ambassador Kendall Jenner wears hero shade 400, Spill the Tea. “I am so excited to join the L’Oréal Paris family,” says the 28-year-old supermodel, who walked in the beauty brand’s Le Défilé runway show in Paris during Fashion Week. “I love that L’Oréal Paris has been championing and celebrating women’s empowerment and continues to challenge stereotypes with a modern vision of femininity, as well as making every women feel worth it, not only with their products but also with their message.” Here, Kendall wears a bold pillarbox red,…

Lucy Litwack doesn’t have a work-life balance, for her the two are entwined. “I’m so passionate about what I do and it is integral to every part of my life – even when I’m reading a book, it relates in some way to Coco,” the CEO and owner of luxury lingerie brand Coco de Mer tells us. So, typically, when Lucy purchased her “small cottage-y” house in St John’s Wood in 2020, she set about bringing all the things she loves about lingerie into her home. “It’s always about finding the texture and the curves,” she explains. “Also, I love the glamour and decadence of the art deco era, so that was my dream look. There’s a lot of velvet, silk and marble and I’m obsessed with fluting – if…

Leona Lewis embarks on a 12-date Christmas, With Love tour this November. She will perform an array of Christmas classics, greatest hits and songs from her 2013 album, Christmas, With Love, including lead single, One More Sleep. “This is my first tour in a while, so I’m hoping people will have a wonderful night together and come away with some really special memories.” Since the release of her Christmas hit, The X Factor winner has been associated with the festive season, something that she is very happy about. “It’s one of my favourite times of year, so it’s lovely to have songs that have become part of other people’s Christmases.” Leona now has her own daughter, Carmel Allegra with husband, professional dancer and choreographer Dennis Jauch. “I get to see…