Welcome to Refinery29 Loves, the monthly news bulletin where you’ll find the best things to shop and see in fashion and beauty right now.
It’s March, which means winter is finally over (...kind of). While the first two months of the year have us deep in the blistering cold, March offers us a reminder of the new season to come, with spring shining right around the corner. For the fashion crowd, the start of the month draws the fall/winter 2024 show season to a close, with Paris Fashion Week rounding off a phenomenal month of eye-catching catwalks and show-stopping designs.
From the instantly viral Coperni handbag (made from 99% air) to a Kate Moss doppelgänger at Marine Serre, the last few weeks of fashion have provided much to talk about. Still, while style has been taking center stage, beauty has been making movements too, with Pat McGrath practically breaking the internet with her porcelain-skin makeup at Margiela and Loewe proving that bowl cuts are the next “it” hair trend.
But just because fashion month is over, doesn’t mean that the beauty and style space doesn’t have anything exciting left to offer. This month, an internet-favorite sunscreen is getting a makeover, alongside a star-studded campaign from a high-street sweetheart. To discover all the new March launches turning our heads this month, read on ahead.
All linked products are independently selected by our editors. If you purchase any of these products, we may earn a commission.
Veja Reissues OG Sneaker
Even if you don’t own a pair yourself, everyone who loves footwear knows about Veja. The French brand launched 20 years ago and quickly became known for its sleek styles, eco-conscious approach to design, and celeb fans (hi, Meghan Markle). Now, to celebrate the major milestone, Veja has reissued its original sneaker, The Volley. Inspired by Brazilian volleyball shoes from the 1970s, The Volley is now available in nine different colorways, made with super-soft leather from Uruguay and featuring rubber soles for extra comfort.
VEJA Volley Suede Sneakers, $, available at Net-A-Porter
Molly Goddard Launches New Bridal Collection
When we think of Molly Goddard, we think of voluminous dresses with frothy layers of tulle and taffeta that look like they belong in the pages of a fairy tale. The London-based designer delivers on all of this — and more — with her latest Bridal Collection. The range includes four dresses, each named for a month of spring. The March, for example, boasts a scoop neckline and filled skirt, while the June is a more understated silhouette with a drop-waist gathered skirt.
Molly Goddard June Dress Ivory, $, available at Molly Goddard
Warby Parker x Theophilio
When Jamaican-American designer Edvin Thompson, of buzzy New York label Theophilio, and eyewear brand Warby Parker began talking about a potential partnership, Thompson knew he would want the resulting products to reflect his past, present, and future. That’s how the limited-edition Shaunie sunglasses — available in four colorways inspired by Jamaica (including a cool green-and-red combo and a sunny yellow) — were created. “These sunglasses are like a memoir for me,” Thompson said in a press release. “I see my adolescence and my parents in them, but I also see the shape of things still to come. This collaboration is all about where I’m coming from as a designer and where I’m going next.”
Warby Parker x Theophilio Shaunie Sunglasses, $, available at Warby Parker
Carine Roitfeld x Vestiaire Collective Vintage Edit
Former model and Vogue Paris editor Carine Roitfeld has long been a fashion icon thanks to her storied career and effortless French style. Now you can embody her taste with her new edit on Vestiaire Collective. Roitfeld hand-picked vintage pieces available on the luxury fashion reseller’s site that are similar to the incredible pieces she has in her wardrobe — think Tom Ford jackets, Gucci handbags, Chanel jewelry, and other covetable finds.
Heron Preston and H&M have joined forces to debut H2, a sporty unisex collection. The inaugural line includes boxy reversible bomber jackets, jeans, a bodysuit, a lace-up corset, and so much more. The plan is for H2 to be an ongoing project that will include more seasonal collections and a circular fashion program that will provide education to up-and-coming designers.
For those in the know, Supergoop has long been known for producing some of the best SPF on the market. From its 80-minute sweat resistant Play formula to the invisible Unseen Sunscreen, the brand has created a loyal legion of followers who understand the importance of wearing SPF every single day. Now, its best-selling tinted Glowscreen (packed full of hyaluronic acid, vitamin B5, and niacinamide) is finally available in four different skin-tone shades. Acting as a dewy primer as well as providing broad-spectrum SPF 40 protection, the product is now available in a pink pearl, champagne, bronze, and deep bronze shade range. Catch us trying out these new shades for the sunny (or rainy) days to come. Shop now at Supergoop and Sephora
Supergoop! Glowscreen SPF 40 Sunscreen, $, available at Sephora
COS Releases Their Spring Summer 2024 Collection Ad Campaign
There are few high-street retailers that hold people’s attention more than COS. Popular for its chic simplicity at a (somewhat) affordable price point, the brand boasts some of the best chunky winter knits on the market. However, its warm-weather clothing is something to behold too, from fine linen trousers to expertly cut T-shirts. This year is no different, with the brand releasing their latest spring/summer campaign featuring tailored trench coats, lightweight suiting, and laidback athleisure. Starring BAFTA award-winning actor Jack O’Connell and musician and Brit-award nominee Rina Sawayama, the ocean-set shoot has us craving the return of the sunshine and an Aperol Spritz-sipping fit to match.
COS Button-Detail Wool-Blend Vest, $, available at COS
Kayali Launches Oudgasm Smoky Oud 07 EDP
Saying goodbye to winter is much easier when we have a new and refreshing scent in our arsenal. Thankfully, Kayali has us covered this month with the release of the fifth fragrance in their Oudgasm collection, Smoky Oud. Sitting in the earthy and woody fragrance family, oud is well known for its sticky and smoky scent. The latest perfume in the collection has been described as the “most intense” by founder Mona Kattan, with the scent combining spicy saffron with cedarwood and powdery white musk to create a warm and luxurious smelling perfume. Packed full of balsamic rum and aromatic geranium to round out the fiery fragrance, this is one for those who like their scents strong and sensual. Shop at Huda Beauty
Huda Beauty Oudgasm Smoky Oud 07 Eau de Parfum Intense, $, available at Huda Beauty
Poster Girl Launches SS24 Bags
Calling all y2k lovers: Internet-favorite label Poster Girl is giving the girlies a new slew of accessories this month. While the label might be best known for its spandex silhouettes and rhinestone mini dresses, the brand is bringing bags to the forefront this season with a range of new dazzling designs, available in a licorice-like black and Barbie-pink colorways in a shiny patent finish. Featuring glistening diamanté buckles, the Deville shoulder bag includes metal horn hardware and heart eyelets. Meanwhile, the Whorne saddle bag includes a two-strap chain and crystal cage finishing.
While we might be putting winter behind us, that doesn’t mean that the remnants of cold weather haven’t been putting our skin through it. Enter: Fresh’s Sugar Advanced Therapy Lip Ointment. For the lip balm-obsessed, this new treatment promises to elevate your hydration game to the next level, thanks to a sweet and simple ingredient: sugar. Aiming to repair dry and flaky lips, the humble ingredient has been scientifically proven to soothe uncomfortable areas with long-lasting hydration. The new ointment also includes plant-based emollients for extra moisture, alongside ceramide NP, an all-star ingredient that prevents dehydration and strengthens the skin’s natural barrier. Plus, with upcycled grapeseed oil, this lip savior is one to have on your radar.
Fresh Sugar Advanced Therapy Lip Rescue Ointment, $, available at Sephora
FARM Rio x Adidas Celebrates 10 Years
You know what they say, time flies when you’re having fun, which is precisely how Farm Rio and Adidas are celebrating 10 years of collaboration this March. Unveiling a new capsule collection to mark the relationship milestone, the commemorative drop will continue to merge the Brazilian fashion brand’s bold and bright patterned pieces with the sportswear giant’s famous three-stripe designs. While the anniversary means there will be multiple collections released throughout the year, the first is composed of 11 pieces and pays homage to the sun’s warmth with a series of groovy prints in bold reds, yellows, and oranges. From shirts to sports bras, this is one collection we have our eye on for the spring season ahead.
Farm Rio x Adidas Solar Kaleidoscope Pink Top, $, available at Farm Rio
Rathbornes’ Dublin Dusk Scented Luxury Candle
This candle isn’t new — in fact the Dublin-based company dates back to 1488! — but they are 1000% worth a shoutout. The weighty pieces look like stunning centerpieces, the scents are subtle but robust (my fave, Dublin Dusk, has notes of oud, cedar, and ginger) and they last way longer than a typical Bachelor relationship. (P.S. That long burn time is partially due to a two-day pouring technique.) I’ll take 100, please.
Rathbornes Dublin Dusk Scented Luxury Candle, $, available at Rathbornes
Sam Edelman x SCAD
Footwear brand Sam Edelman has teamed up with the Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD) for a delightfully irreverent capsule collection designed in collaboration with students. Five students were selected to create imaginative, youthful, fresh women’s sneakers, which are now available at Nordstrom for a limited time. Styles include patchwork denim sneakers, pink-and-orange platforms, and crystal-embellished white trainers. Prices range from $120 to $180.
Henry NKuke
Mar 21, 2024
0
Comments (0)
Facebook Comments