This High Street Drop Makes Us Feel Better About Wearing Leggings All the Time
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We think it’s fair to say leggings might just be one of the wardrobe heroes of the last year. Although this ‘trend’ may have been born more of circumstance than any particular catwalk or street style craze, it is undeniable that a large number of us have been living in this staple over the past year. Whether inventively styled up with a blazer and boots, or just a hoodie and trainers for your daily run, it's leggings to the rescue. Working from home and the varying levels of lockdown have meant that leisure and active wear has inevitably come to the forefront, not only for our ongoing comfort but also because our daily exercise has become the most exciting, and arguably important, part of our day.
So, at this point, when a new active wear line drops, especially one from our favourite high street destination for long-lasting quality basics, we’re all ears. Marks and Spencer’s Goodmove collection launched for the first time last Spring and is back this week for 2021, with updated styles and an expanded repertoire, now catering to men and children too. And if anything is going to get us moving during these cold grey January days, it’s a new outfit.
As usual M&S have pretty much thought of everything with this new collection. There’s practical styles with innovative technology for those of us looking for a bit of January fitness inspiration, mix-and-match layering options perfect for adapting to your chosen exercise, be it indoor Peloton or daily runs in the delightful British weather. But there’s also an excellent selection of day-to-day leisurewear pieces including on-trend fleeces, comfy co-ords and quilted jackets that can be taken from your home desk to the coffee run without feeling like you need to hide your outfit under your puffa (don’t worry, we’ve been there too).
Of course, the legging selection is also extensive, from yoga styles to form fitting seamless numbers, which we’re about to be eternally grateful for as we head into Lockdown 3.0. Special mention goes to the trainers too, which we wouldn’t automatically think to head to the high street for. The brand have worked hard on their offering, though, using signature Insolia® and Light as Air™ technology for comfort, as well as championing sustainable fabrications for their designs, like Tencel and hard-wearing Cordura.
Keep scrolling, then, to shop our personal favourites from M&S’s new drop...
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Emily Dawes is the very definition of a fashion multi hyphenate. An editor, stylist and writer with over eleven years’ worth of experience in the industry, Emily is known for her impeccable taste, elegant outfit choices and being able to spot the next big thing in fashion from a mile off. Our readers loyally trust her advice and shopping suggestions; so much so she began her own column documenting the most expensive-looking pieces on the high street, which has become a top-performing piece of content for the Who What Wear brand.
Emily has worked for Who What Wear UK since 2020 in a myriad as roles, spanning from contributing editor and branded content editor. Now, she holds the position of affiliate editor and is responsible for the brand’s overall affiliate strategy, ideation and content execution. Working closely with Who What Wear UK’s affiliate manager, Emily has been instrumental in securing and nourishing brand partnerships, surpassing her goals as standard. Leading the team in tentpole shopping moments including Black Friday and Peak Trading, with Emily’s guidance and leadership, team Who What Wear is in a stronger affiliate position than ever before.
Prior to joining the Who What Wear team, Emily served as YOU Magazine’s acting fashion editor where she managed the fashion team and oversaw all fashion content output for the fast-paced weekly title. Emily is a stylist in her own right, having worked with a slew of VIP clients including writer and television personality, Elizabeth Day, as well as styling and art directing several celebrity cover shoots for glossy print publication, Grazia. Her adept fashion knowledge means brands regularly sought out to work with her as a consultant: previously she has developed marketing and content plans for brands for Cocoon and Edge of Ember. Before entering the industry, Emily obtained a Bachelor of Arts in English and American Studies with International Study from Nottingham University. Fun fact: Emily spent a year studying in America which saw her join a sorority during her time there.
When she’s not working or tracking down the chicest, new-in items to share with our audience, you’ll find Emily bestowing her East London home with her stylish flair, reading everything from the classics to cowboy romance novels and escaping to the country with husband, baby boy and dog, Roo, whenever she can.
Emily is currently on maternity leave.
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