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Making waves: Whether one-piece or bikini, high-street or haute, beachwear is bold this summer

Fri, 24 May 2013 23:00:00 GMT

Styling: Gemma Hayward

iStyle: Make tracks underground

Thu, 23 May 2013 23:00:25 GMT

The London Transport Museum launches a range of home accessories this week, as part of continuing celebrations commemorating 150 years of the London Underground.

iStyle: It’s hip to be square

Wed, 22 May 2013 23:00:35 GMT

Fashion, eh? For such a visual medium, it has a painstaking method of naming things. Only the paint industry can match it – and we all know the excitement of watching that particular product in action. We have a glossary of terms such as “windowpane check” – the accepted moniker for graphic, oversized markings that aren’t complicated enough to be classified as tartan or plaid.

Lucza: Comfort never looked so chic

Tue, 21 May 2013 23:00:40 GMT

Lounging around the house and doing very little is, understandably, a favourite way to relax for many. But wearing something slightly more put together, though no less comfortable, than ancient pyjamas or holey sweats can ensure that one feels languid rather than lazy.

Spanish exchange

Mon, 20 May 2013 23:00:18 GMT

While Italian and French houses may dominate the catwalks, Spanish brand Loewe is no slouch when it comes to luxurious leather. The brand renowned for stealth wealth in its modern iteration first came to life in Madrid in 1846 and, since British designer Stuart Vevers was appointed creative director in 2009, he has focused on the artisan traditions and Spanish origins of the label to great acclaim.

You’ve been framed: Sunglasses of the season

Sun, 19 May 2013 23:01:49 GMT

Round

Circular frames work well for those with a penchant for retro styling.

You’ve been framed: The sunglasses of the the season

Sun, 19 May 2013 23:01:49 GMT

Round

Circular frames work well for those with a penchant for retro styling.

Alexander Fury: ‘Issie’ Blow, the pioneer who gave us style – and bags of it

Sun, 19 May 2013 23:01:36 GMT

As you may or may not have heard, the life and wardrobe of the late Isabella Blow will be celebrated in an exhibition entitled Isabella Blow: Fashion Galore!, opening at London’s Somerset House in November.

Fashion Audit: Learned literature, tacky tats and new Choos

Sun, 19 May 2013 23:01:27 GMT

We love: Learned literature

The newest magazine to hit The Audit’s radar is the launch of 1 Granary by the students of London’s Central Saint Martins. It will showcase talent from students past and present alongside interviews and editorial features.

Available in bookstores and 1granary.com

Fashion Audit: Learned literature, Tacky tats and new Choos

Sun, 19 May 2013 23:01:27 GMT

We love: Learned literature

Available in bookstores and 1granary.com

Maids to measure: Forget the taffeta and ruffles, bridesmaids are going down the aisle in style

Sun, 19 May 2013 23:01:18 GMT

It is the task even the most unflappable bride struggles to cross off their to-do list: choose bridesmaid dresses that won’t make your best friends secretly hate you.

Maids to measure: Forget the taffeta and ruffles bridesmaids are going down the aisle in style

Sun, 19 May 2013 23:01:18 GMT

It is the task even the most unflappable bride struggles to cross off their to-do list: choose bridesmaid dresses that won’t make your best friends secretly hate you.

Maids to measure

Sun, 19 May 2013 23:00:45 GMT

Now in its fourth year, east London’s three-day design festival Clerkenwell Design Week (CDW) – an increasingly important showcase for young British designers – takes place from next Tuesday.

The 10 Best gradual tans

Sun, 19 May 2013 19:02:18 GMT

1. The Face and Body Gradual Tan

The makers of the world’s most luxurious moisturisers have turned their skilled hands to tanning. It may cost nearly as much as a plane ticket to somewhere sunny, but the results from this product are about as far away as something out of TOWIE as you can get.

£65, Crème de la Mer, 0870 034 2566

The Ten Best gradual tans

Sun, 19 May 2013 19:02:18 GMT

1. The Face and Body Gradual Tan

It may cost nearly as much as a budget plane ticket to somewhere sunny, but the results are superb.

£65, Crème de la Mer, 0870 034 2566

You Fitch! The case against Abercrombie

Sun, 19 May 2013 18:24:49 GMT

Abercrombie and Fitch, the US clothing retailer known for its preppy casualwear and toned sales staff, has always prided itself on being an exclusive brand, but it is currently alienating so many people, it will soon be a small wonder if it has any customers left.

The latest men's grooming fad: laser hair removal for 'Hobbit feet'

Sun, 19 May 2013 16:54:52 GMT

British men have found a new outlet for their vanity – seeking professional help to rid themselves of their hairy “Hobbit feet”.

Get the look: Slouchy trousers

Sat, 18 May 2013 23:00:00 GMT

You mean nice, comfy tracksuit bottoms? Huzzah!

The experts' guide to summer: From getting fit for the beach to recreating that Olympic buzz

Sat, 18 May 2013 23:00:00 GMT

How to surf like a Californian

Style shrinks: Our experts analyse Tess Daly's Bafta tribute to the Golden Age

Sat, 18 May 2013 23:00:00 GMT

The hair/make-up

Nailed it! Brighten up your fingers this summer with these colourful nail varnishes

Sat, 18 May 2013 23:00:00 GMT

(From top) 1. Quick Dry nail polish in pink £3.50, Limited Collection, marksandspencer.com

The boy's in blue: This spring, there's only one shade to be seen in

Fri, 17 May 2013 23:00:00 GMT

Styling: Lee Holmes

iStyle: Capital ideas

Thu, 16 May 2013 23:00:11 GMT

Now in its fourth year, east London’s three-day design festival Clerkenwell Design Week (CDW) – an increasingly important showcase for young British designers – takes place from next Tuesday.

iStyle: Flower Power

Wed, 15 May 2013 23:00:34 GMT

Anyone who says flower arranging will never be cool needs only to look at where cake decorating was in 2010. What was once a niche interest is now officially cool, with east London’s Columbia Road flower market a Mecca for arty, fashion types, and flower arranging classes on the up. Just tap the word “flowers” into Instagram if you’re not convinced, to view a cornucopia of blooming images.

The absolutely fabulous school of fashion: The publisher of Vogue now has its own college

Wed, 15 May 2013 18:00:00 GMT

Can Ergen, from Turkey, leans forward as if to let me in on a secret. "Vogue magazine is a storyteller," he says. Ergen, 21, is one of 45 students who recently embarked on the first 10-week Vogue Fashion certificate course at the Condé Nast College of Fashion & Design which is based in London's Soho, just minutes away from Vogue House.