Menswear Inspired Outfit
Video by Geoff Martin
Menswear-inspired doesn’t have to dress like one of the guys. For me, it’s about adapting pieces and making my own.
Take, for example, the wool trousers featured in this post.
On their own, they read as business casual, however when paired with high-top sneakers they take on a more casual look that's slightly masculine.
And when a plain white t-shirt and black leather moto jacket is added to the mix, suddenly the outfit leans a little more towards menswear.
I accessorized with my favorite Balenciaga oversized scarf and classic Givenchy bag and that’s pretty much it.
Simple and borrowed from the boys.
Photo by Geoff Martin
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Beauty Edit: 10 Winter Skincare Must-Haves
For myself anyway, I use a lot of the same products that I use year-round however, I've started adding a few more exfoliators to my routine to keep the dry skin away and to keep skin looking fresh.
I also started incorporating a rich oil-based serum into my routine which happens to have only two ingredients - vitamin E and oat oil (it's awesome for hydrating and nourishing skin).
Otherwise - it's more or less the same but really, I find there to be something comforting about taking that extra effort to look after my skin during the cold months.
Below you'll find my top 10 skincare products to get your skin winter-ready. Oh - and in case you're wondering, my skin type is a combination (oily T zone and normal cheeks) and has a tendency to be dehydrated as well.
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HERBIVORE Prism 12% AHA + 3% BHA Exfoliating Glow Serum
This lightweight exfoliating serum is infused with a blend of 12% AHA to target dull and uneven texture, and 3% BHA to clarify and minimize the appearance of pores. It's gentle enough to use up to five days a week will reveal smooth and glowing skin. Just make sure to SPF the following morning to protect your skin as it is a liquid exfoliator.
SULWHASOO Essentials Kit
Korean skincare brand Sulhwasoo is revered for its ultimate skin solutions and holistic beauty. Their skincare is hydrating and feel luxurious on the skin and perfect for winter. My favourites are the First Care Activating Serum, Essential Balancing Emulsion, and Essential Firming Cream, but you’re better off getting the Essentials Kit and trying it out for yourself. PS - all of the ginseng based products in the kit are suitable for all skin types.
CONSONANT Vitamin E + Oat Serum
As someone with combination skin, I've become very careful about the type of products I put on my face. This rich serum from Consonant only contains two ingredients: vitamin E provides antioxidants, and oat oil hydrates and soothes. It targets dullness and uneven texture and is everything you need for your wintertime skincare routine.
Kiehl's Daily Refining Milk-Peel Toner
If your skin is feeling dull from the cold dry air, then you might want to step up your exfoliating game. This liquid exfoliator from Kiehl’s is gentle enough to use twice daily, which means that soft, glowing skin is possible during the winter months. Lipohydroxy acid exfoliates while emollients and almond milk nourish the skin.
HERBIVORE Rose Quartz Gua Sha
Honestly, I thought long and hard before jumping on the Gua Sha train because a) I already have a facial roller, and b) I’m in the middle of decluttering my house so buying more stuff is the last thing I need. However, the thought of relaxing on my couch on a cold winter day, watching Netflix, and while getting a Gua Sha facial massage just sounded like heaven. And it is.
This rose quartz Gua Sha stimulates circulation to help relieve facial tension and reduce the appearance of puffiness. It also promotes lymphatic drainage to improve the appearance of elasticity of the skin and aids the absorption of skincare products on the skin's surface.
I’m sure a facial roller does more or less the same but I love how the cool rose quartz feels on my skin.
KIEHL’S Ultra Facial Cream
I love a rich moisturizing cream that doesn't leave my skin feeling greasy and weighed down. If you have oily/combo skin and suffer from milia, like me, then you know that rich and heavy creams are a big no-no. This is why I'll always go back to Kiehl's Ultra Facial Cream because I get the hydration my skin needs without having my pores clogged.
GLOW RECIPE Papaya Sorbet Enzyme Cleansing Balm
If you’re like me and wear waterproof mascara, then you know that an oil-based eye makeup remover is the only thing getting that ish off. This is exactly why I was surprised to learn that Glow Recipe’s Papaya Sorbet Enzyme Cleansing Balm melts away all traces of waterproof makeup. I use it as the first step in my double cleanse routine and I just love how it rinses away clean with water.
AVENÉ Eau Thermale
This soothing and calming thermal water is everything! I use it to add a boost of hydration to my skin - either right after washing my face before any serums or toners, while other times I’ll use it as the last step in my skincare routine. Trust me when I say everyone needs this thermal water in their skincare routine - no matter how many steps said routine might have.
BITE BEAUTY Agave + Intensive Lip Mask
I keep this Bite Beauty Classic on my nightstand table at all times because it’s the only lip product that actually hydrates my lips overnight. It contains agave nectar to help soothe and nurture and mangosteen extract, a tropical fruit known for being rich in antioxidants.
CONSONANT Cooling Face Globes
These round cooling globes help minimize puffiness all while receiving a facial massage. Just pop them in the fridge overnight and the next morning, roll them over the contours of the face and neck after your skincare routine. PRO TIP: Add a couple of drops of the Vitamin E + Oat Serum by Consonant first to help the globes smoothly glide over the face.
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YSL LIBRE Eau de Parfum Intense
I’m declaring 2020 the year of fragrance because I’ve either bought or obtained (through PR) more scents this year than in recent memory.
In some strange way, I blame covid for this because scents have been my way of differentiating all of the days spent in lockdown and adding a bit more excitement to my day.
Between candles, perfumes, essential oils, incense, and room sprays, it's safe to say that I've probably bought as many fragrances this year as I have house plants. So basically, a lot.
The latest addition to my collection is YSL LIBRE Eau de Parfum Intense.
It's the second release from Libre and as the name implies, is more intense and sultry.
YSL LIBRE Eau de Parfum Intense is a warm floral scent with notes of Lavender Essence, Orchid Accord, Vanilla.
Different from the original YSL Libre, YSL LIBRE Eau de Parfum Intense is floral, creamy, spicy with a slight smokiness.
"The captivating, sensual scent of orchid burns through the melting floral heart of LIBRE Intense, matching the honeyed facets of burnt orange blossom, smooth vanilla, and glowing amber accord built around grisalva—a classic ambergris note."
If you're like me and you love a warm and spicy scent this time of year, make sure to check out YSL LIBRE Eau de Parfum Intense.
It’s perfect for date night or if you’re just the kind of person who loves to switch up their scents every season.
FRAGRANCE TIP: When my favorite scents aren't available in a candle, I'll spray the fragrance around the room or on my curtains. It helps me enjoy the scent in a different way that brings me joy.
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Beauty Edit: 10 Warm and Luxurious Products To Buy Right Now
As we head into November, my needs in skincare and beauty are shifting towards creamier, warmer, and more luscious feeling products.
My skin has been dehydrated and I’m finding myself reaching for emollient creams and hydrating serums.
With makeup, I’m layering rosy cheeks with a tinted lip for that healthy, “I just took a walk in the woods” look.
At home, I’ve been lighting candles almost daily to set the tone for fall.
And with my fragrance, I’m craving warmer notes like sandalwood and bergamot.
In this post, you’ll find ten beauty products that I’ve been reaching for often.
They’re products that make me feel cozy and warm and have me embracing the chilly fall weather.
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SULWHASOO First Care Activating Serum - Limited Edition Pink Lantern
I’ve gone through many bottles of Sulwhasoo’s First Care Activating Serum and I adore this product just as much today when I first discovered it years ago. This serum addresses the 5 signs of skin aging™, when resilience, vitality, nourishment, clarity, and elasticity lose balance. Apply a couple of pumps into the palms to warm up the product and then apply to the face and neck.
BYREDO Bohemia Candle
If you like unique woody scents, I highly recommend Byredo’s Bohemia candle. This home fragrance is a mishmash of scents that blends opoponax with rum, geranium with rosemary and labdanum, and vanilla with sandalwood and oak moss. Yum.
I love a good brow gel to set everything in place and the latest from BareMinerals is infused with a peptide serum that promotes healthier, stronger brows. It’s available in 3 shades, blonde, medium brown, and dark brown in addition to clear.
GUERLAIN Aqua Allegoria Orange Soleia
This fresh and citrus fragrance is the unexpected scent you didn’t know you needed for fall. Blood Orange, Bergamot and Woody Notes gives Guerlain’s Orange Soleia warmth and depth.
LA MER Eye Concentrate
Eye cream is a must any time of the year and for fall I’m completely smitten with La Mer’s hydrating formula on The Eye Concentrate. It helps brighten and reduce the appearance of wrinkles and under eye circles.
CHANEL Baume Essentiel Multi-Use Glow Stick
I love the look of hydrated, dewy skin and my favourite trick these days is to layer a bit of Chanel’s Multi-Use Glow Stick overtop of my blush. I creates a gorgeous glow and looks incredible on the eyes as well.
WESTMAN ATELIER Baby Cheeks Blush Stick
Clean beauty brand Westman Atelier makes a killer blush stick that’s easy to use and lasts all day. I love to layer it on just after my tinted moisturizer and then again once I’ve set my makeup with a bit of powder for that glow from within look.
We all love a good lip balm and this one from Guerlain is enriched with rose oil extract to hydrate and plump the look of lips. It comes in four flattering shades.
GLOW RECIPE Plum Plump™ Hyaluronic Acid Serum
My skincare just isn’t the same without a good serum, which is why I’m including another one on this list. Glow Recipe’s Plum Plump Hyaluronic Acid Serum leaves the skin feeling hydrated and plump. It has a gel like consistency that glides over the skin like silk. It also contains three antioxidant-rich plums (kakadu, illawarra, and burdekin) to hydrate, nourish, and rejuvenate skin‘s appearance.
GROWN ALCHEMIST Hand Cream
This non-greasy hand cream is scented with Vanilla and Orange Peel and comes in a handy pump that dispenses this luscious cream. I keep it by my night stand because the scent is warm and comforting, but also because I can’t fall asleep until my hands are moisturized.
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Simple Fall Outfit
Photo by Geoff Martin
Considering how overwhelming and complicated the world feels right now, it’s good to take a step back and simplify things where we can.
Our closet is one of those places, and as superficial as it might be to talk about the importance of clothing during a worldwide pandemic, hear me out.
Wardrobe affects our psyche more than we might realize or even more than some of us care to admit. (Though I'm assuming not you because you're reading this post and scrolling through a fashion blog.)
I'm hoping if there's any good to come out of this year is our overall approach to fashion and just buying habits in general.
Hopefully, we can put the days of fashion fast and trend shopping in the past and move towards more sustainable buying habits.
Buy now, wear now, wear for years to come.
In this post, I'm wearing pieces that I've owned for a combined five years, and yes, that I still adore them.
I store them away in the off-seasons and bring them out when it's time.
I'm also wearing a new piece here, a black Maje pinstripe wool coat which I picked up recently at a sample sale.
It's timeless and classic yet cut in a modern way that suits my personal style.
I hope this post, and all of the fashion posts here on WoahStyle, inspire you to shop your own closet and come up with new outfit combinations that will excite you.
x, Nathalie
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Fall Beauty: New Goodies You Need To Check Out
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Each week it seems like a ton of new beauty products hit the market and yet there are only a select few worth truly pay attention to.
From rich, warm floral scents like Armani’s latest fragrance, My Way, to juicy cinnamon oil-infused lip glosses from Bite Beauty, here are the newest fall beauty launches you need to check out.
MY WAY by GIORGIO ARMANI
Armani’s latest scent is rich and sensual and everything you want for fall. This floral scent contains notes of orange blossom, tuberose, and vanilla.
NARS SOFT MATTE COMPLETE FOUNDATION
NARS really nailed it with their new Soft Matte Complete Foundation. Just warm it up in between your fingers and apply a thin veil over your skin to get a beautiful, soft diffused glow. The medium-full coverage formula lasts all day and comes in 34 shades.
YSL BEAUTY PURE SHOTS
We love beautiful packaging and this serum by Yves Saint Laurent Beauté is beautiful enough to put on display. Best for combination skin, *ahem, me*, this serum brightens and improves the appearance of skin’s tone while also diminishing the look of dark spots and discoloration for a luminous, even complexion.
YSL Couture Colour Clutch Eyeshadow Palette
This eyeshadow palette features a line up of 10 gorgeous shades and comes encased in a faux-leather luxe exterior that resembles Saint Laurent’s iconic bag.
OPI NAIL POLISH
OPI’s Infinite Shine Nail Polish is long-lasting and chip-resistant, even when you skip the top coat - which is me half the time. Check out the shades Complimentary Wine (a vampy, deep rich Bordeaux) and Fall-Ing For Milan (a neutral-toned shimmery taupe) for a stunning manicure.
JEAN PAUL GAUTIER LE MALE
Jean Paul Gaultier’s latest scent, Le Male, is an intense eau de parfum that’s wonderfully addictive. With top notes of cardamom and the freshness of lavender and iris at its heart, and a prominent vanilla base note, this is something he’ll want to add to his fall fragrance line up.
BITE BEAUTY YAYSAYER LIP PLUMPING LIP GLOSS
I’ve been constantly reaching for Bite Beauty’s new lip gloss ever since it landed in my hands. Juicy and hydrating, the formula naturally plumps lips without the harsh irritating burn that most formulas have, thanks to antioxidant-rich cinnamon oil.
NARS CLIMAX EXRTEME MASCARA
Extreme volume. Extreme black. Extreme performance. The latest mascara from NARS does it all in a single coat.
YSL SLIM GLOW MATTE LIPSTICK
YSL’s Slim Glow Matte lipsticks feature a creamy matte formula that glides over the lips. With twelve gorgeous nude shades in the line up, these long-lasting lipsticks are pretty much everything you need this fall.
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Wear Now, Wear Forever. Fall Pieces To Invest In.
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Each season we’re too wrapped into in buying the hottest trend but it’s time we put on the brakes on this type of spending and focus more on building a wardrobe that consists of classic pieces we’ll reach for year after year.
Plant Earth depends on us making wiser choices and being less wasteful overall.
While you might be wearing the same coat each fall, it doesn’t mean you have to style it the same way each season.
STYLE TIP: Keep it fresh.
Think about different ways to style and accessories your favorite pieces and teach yourself how to get excited about the items you already own.
Jump onto Pinterest or Instagram and get inspired.
SHOPPING TIP: make sure to buy quality over quantity. Pay attention to seams, stitching, fabric quality, and fit.
In this post, you’ll find some timeless classics that can be worn for years to come.
Whether you’re wearing a suit with white dad sneakers or sweatpants with a classic wool coat, there are so many ways of styling your existing wardrobe in a way that always feels fresh and new.
I hope you enjoy the looks I’ve pulled for this post. I know I’ll be copying a few of these myself.
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THE PLAID COAT
Plaid for fall is as iconic as florals in the springtime. I love the idea of camel/ neutral toned plaid wool coat that can be paired with sweat pants and a bad ass combat boot like the outfit here.
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THE SUIT
There’s nothing more appealing than a woman in a suit. I especially love how they’re being styled these days with a simple t-shirt and a pair of dad sneakers for a more casual look.
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THE TRENCH COAT
Not just for spring, the trench can be worn all year round. I love how this one is in a laminated glossy finish. Perfect for rainy days.
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THE KNIT
Invest in knitwear that will last you years by opting for natural fabrics such as wool, cashmere or cotton. I love how this person styled her grey knit with a baseball cap and New Balance sneakers.
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THE CROPPED JEANS
Another piece that can be worn spring or fall are the cropped jeans. During the fall season, cropped hemlines are excellent for showing off ankle boots are classic Converse sneakers.
THE BAG
Everyone needs a good bag and with designer prices increasing each season, there’s no better time to invest in a beautiful leather purse. My favourites are my Loewe, a Spanish fashion house who’s luxury goods have sky rocketed in the last year alone. Considering buying pre-loved to save some coin.
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Fall Outfits To Wear This Week
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Now that the weather is getting chillier, we can look forward to wearing coats, cashmere knits, and my personal fave, the black ankle boot.
From date night to weekend wear, I have your looks covered with five fabulous outfit ideas you can wear this week.
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13 New H&M Fall Releases We Love
There’s nothing that makes me happier than helping people shop and look for items to add in their closet that will make them feel confident.
I get a lot of questions over on my Instagram (@_nathaliemartin) about where I shop and how to style things, which is why I started doing these type of posts - to provide inspiration and show you what hot new things are out.
While I love my designer pieces to bits, I also love pairing the high-end with low end which is why today we’ll be having another look at new releases from H&M.
In case you missed the first post, make sure you click here to learn about 21 New H&M Releases You Need To Check Out.
13 Hot New H&M Drops
Ribbed Turtleneck Sweater, H&M $34.99
Wool Blend Coat, H&M $179
Black Joggers, H&M $19.99
Plaid Shirt Jacket, H&M $59.99
Knit Cardigan, H&M $29.99
Oversized Joggers, H&M $29.99
Knit Turtleneck Shirt Dress, H&M $39.99
Oversized Wool-blend Twill Coat, H&M $169
Fine Knit Sweater, H&M $34.99
Plaid Blazer, H&M $59.99
Mom Ankle Jeans, H&M $29.99
Tie Belt Coat, H&M $69.99
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