Latest articles by Jess Wood
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Unlike Elizabeth Taylor, I won't be sitting around waiting for Richard Burton – here's the jewellery I'm gifting to myself this Christmas
With much of the country in total lockdown and Christmas all but officially cancelled for thousands, forget Santa, says our Fashion Editor at Large Jess Wood. I'm joining the 40% of jewellery buyers opting for symbolic and hopeful 'treat yourself' purchases this Christmas.
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The Green Room with Livia Firth: 'COVID-19 has made us think about the implications of fast fashion'
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Secrets of the Kimono: what you need to know about the V&A's new show
With the museum’s latest exhibition, ‘Kimono: Kyoto to Catwalk’ opening this weekend, show co-curator Anna Jackson tells Fashion Editor at Large Jess Wood about Japan’s most iconic garment, and why it’s influenced everyone from McQueen to Freddie Mercury and Star Wars…
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The Undies Revolution: new brands that cover all bases – and sizes
Fashion expert Jess Wood briefs us on the cutest lingerie brands to get excited about this year, and just in time for Valentines Day...
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Confessions of a Customising Addict
“Hello, Fashion Addicts Anonymous? I’ve got a problem – I just can’t stop customising things. Wait. Oh God, is that a lamé bow…?”
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These are the most inspiring Art/Fashion collabs happening in 2020
This year brings an exciting line up of creative collaborations between art and fashion, says Jess Wood, Fashion Editor at Large. So grab a ticket now before they sell out...
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The ethical brands I’ll be shopping this Christmas
Wondering where you can buy the best sustainable gifts for Christmas? Fashion Editor at Large Jess Wood rounds up her favourite brands
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The Game of Thrones getaway: 48 hours in Dubrovnik
A medieval walled city, award-winning wine, amazing Italian food and Game of Thrones settings - hello, real-life Red Keep...Dubrovnik is pure magic for a winter getaway weekend
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We knew Naomi Campbell was an icon - but here's now it's official. Here's why...
The supermodel and philanthropist has been a force in the fashion industry for decades - but now she'll be officially honoured as an 'Icon' at the Fashion Awards 2019 in December. And she's bringing her starry Fashion for Relief show back to London during Fashion Week in September. Read on for the lowdown...
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Kering's 10 years of fighting anti-women violence (not just making fab clothes)
The Kering Foundation is 10 years old! The owners of Gucci and Saint Laurent do a lot more than set catwalk trends…here’s how they’re combating violence against women - and the partner organisations doing amazing things
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Bargain designer buy alert - Bicester Village's BFC pop-up is now open
Cut-price Christopher Kane, divine Roksanada dresses and cool young LFW names galore - Bicester Village have launched their first pop-up in partnership with the British Fashion Council. Here's why you need to get down there pronto...
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“Of course I get nervous” – Victoria Beckham on her LFW 10th birthday show
Victoria Beckham came home today to show at London Fashion Week for the first time. Backstage, she told us about her brand turning 10, the challenges - and the hilarious moments in the run up to the show…
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What does a fashion designer wear to get married?
Hint: you don't design it yourself. (Because who needs that kind of pressure?) Step inside the stylish nuptials of hot London fashion designer Alice Archer and steal a few tips for yourself...
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Working with Alexander McQueen, by his best friend
McQueen, the must-see Alexander McQueen documentary, is released tomorrow. One of the film's key contributors is Sebastian Pons, who worked with Lee at his own label and at Givenchy in Paris. Here, Pons tells us the incredible inside story of working with a genius and why he decided to do the film...
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This is Marrakech's glammest resort: your girls' getaway just got A-list
Take an insiders' tour of the historic Es Saadi Marrakech Resort, where The Rolling Stones, Pierre Balmain and Princess Margaret have all hung out under the palms...
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Peony Lim in Chanel couture: watch our sublime, surreal video now
The Chanel SS18 couture collection and style icon Peony Lim are pretty much the perfect match. Watch her in our fabulously floral, surreal video below to find out how to 'think couture', with flowers you won't find in her house - and some pretty un-couture dance moves...
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Paris Fashion Week: Why twinning is winning and faux is hot
The DJ twins from Tokyo, the fugly trainer trend and everything else you need to know from the last stop of AW18 Fashion Month...
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Carla, Keira, neon gloves… bienvenue to Chanel’s magical forest. Here’s what went down
If you go down to the woods today, you’re sure of a big surprise... supermodels, celebrities and gold lame. Come inside the Chanel AW18 forest...
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LFW: Who the hell is Richard Quinn and why is he fit for a Queen? And other LFW news…
From Richard Quinn, the young designer who made history with his royal Frow to Christopher Bailey's last-ever Burberry show - here's all the LFW news...
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The Crown Series 2 costumes: the unbelievable facts behind the looks
You've spent Christmas binge-watching The Crown Series 2. Now watch our interview with The Crown's costume maestro for the incredible stories behind the season's most iconic outfits - from sustainable seashell hats to a coat made out of curtains...
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Who won big at the Fashion Awards 2017?
Which of his 'babies' does double winner JWA love more? Where does Virgil Abloh go to party? and why couldn't Adwoa Aboah speak? Find out all this and more in our insiders' report on fashion's biggest night of the year...
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Inside My Jewellery Box: Daisy Hoppen's jewellery will give you #earringenvy
From curated ear cuffs to the charm her granny gave her as a baby - we have a rifle through the jewellery box of cool fashion insider Daisy Hoppen.
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The best shops on Etsy for jewellery and accessories right now
Just in time for Christmas party season...
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The £5 million wardrobe: inside Tamara Ecclestone's closet
How many pairs of Chanel espadrilles? Ahead of the new series of Tamara's World, she threw open her wardrobe to give us a sneak peek. Warning: it's insane. Marie Kondo, look away now...
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Want to buy Naomi Campbell's actual Givenchy slip dress? Of course! Here's how to get it...
Forget copying Kate Moss's style - how about buying her actual denim jacket? Toni Garrn's Supermodel Flea Market is about to hit London. Read on to find out how to buy the Vetements hoodie Toni's wearing in this picture - and SO MUCH MORE...
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The Best Catwalk Shows Ever, By Chris Moore
From Alexander McQueen's 'lunatic asylum' to Kenzo's dancing 1970s models, here's a tour round the catwalk shows that changed fashion - by the photographer who's been shooting them for over 50 years
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Vintage Versace in 5 Pieces, by William Vintage
Fashion is having a full-blown Gianni Versace moment - from Donatella's supermodel reunion during her Milan Fashion Week tribute to her brother, to a huge sale of Versace vintage pieces hitting FarFetch this week. Sale curator William Vintage explains the secrets behind the Gianni magic in our exclusive video...
