I'm a Beauty Editor—These Are the & Other Stories Beauty Buys I Swear By
Take a quick glance through my wardrobe and you’ll be able to tell straight away that I’m a fan of & Other Stories. While I am by no means a fashion connoisseur, I do know that as a retailer, it does a rather great job of offering up chic yet wearable fashion options. And although I do love perusing the fashion section, when I’m shopping, there’s really only ever one thing on my mind: beauty.
As more and more high-street stores amp up their beauty offerings, it is & Other Stories that sets the bar. In fact, in the past, when other brands offered up little more than budget hand creams at till points, & Other Stories had a whole collection of beauty goodies on offer. When it launched in 2013, it had enlisted cult perfume brand Byredo’s founder, Ben Gorham, and world-renowned makeup artist Lisa Butler to consult on its fragrance, skincare and colour offerings. Seven years later and things just keep getting better and better. With pretty packaging, great product efficacy and super-impressive price tags, there’s little I can fault.
So next time you’re browsing the dresses, shoes or accessories (I mean, they’re all good), why not pop some beauty products in your virtual basket too?
If you’re not sure what to choose, let me guide you to the best beauty buys & Other Stories has to offer.
SHOP THE BEST & OTHER STORIES PERFUMES:
Fresh and delicate but a little bit milky and warming at the same time, this coconutty perfume also carries notes of vanilla and caramel. It's the ultimate sweet, summer spritz.
This fun, fresh yet multiseasonal scent, boast notes of Ruby cherry alongside wild orchid and tonka. It makes for a delicate addition to any perfume collection.
As it's name suggests this affordable scent is lemony, light and the perfect perfume for spring. *Adds to basket*
Jasmine sambac, saffron flower and wild raspberry form the base of this decadent scent from the beloved retailer, making it the evening spritz to shop.
SHOP THE BEST & OTHER STORIES BODYCARE:
More recently, & Other Stories has added some cult beauty brands into its offering, and quite frankly, I'm over the moon about it. This Frank Body scrub leaves skin feeling almost impossibly soft.
Another great beauty brand stocked at & Other Stories is Klairs, a vegan Korean skincare brand that champions a simple skincare approach. This vitamin C serum leaves skin glowing, more even and radiant.
If there's one thing I can't not pick up when I'm shopping in & Other Stories, it's hand soap. They're affordable and chic with room-filling scents. I highly recommend.
Slathering yourself in a rich, nourishing body cream that also smells divine post-bath really is a feeling that can't be beaten, isn't it? This citrusy, floral-scented cream leaves my limbs feeling nourished well into the next day.
SHOP THE BEST & OTHER STORIES MAKEUP:
Creamy and nourishing with the ability to last all day, these lipsticks are rich in softening oils to make for the most comfortable wear. Plus, the shade selection is totally dreamy.
Nothing makes me happier than a multi-use beauty product, and this is just about my favourite going. Simply warm the cream up with your fingers, and blend into the apples of the cheeks and onto the lips, and I even love a light wash over the lids.
Anyone who knows me knows that I love a glowing makeup look. This subtle highlighting powder has a slight peachy tone to it that instantly makes me look more alive.
Cream makeup gets a big tick in my book, especially when it comes to eye shadows. One swipe of this eye colour across the lids and I am good to go. I'm particularly loving Suede Bronze for its natural-looking but glowing finish.
SHOP THE BEST & OTHER STORIES NAIL CARE PRODUCTS:
I'm obsessed with these long-lasting and easy-to-use nail polishes. My personal favourite? The bright and poppy Feu Bonté is perfect for summer.
At just £4 each, these mini hand creams are scattered all over my flat (and desk). With a tube in my handbag, one in my desk drawer and one on my bedside table, I can't get enough. This particular scent has me dreaming of tropical destinations.
Have punky lacquers been filling your social feeds? Mine too, but luckily this metallic option from the high street favourite has us covered.
If like me you are not quite ready to let summer go but are stuck finding a nail colour that transitions well, then let this be your sign to go Orange.
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Shannon Lawlor is a renowned beauty journalist and has contributed to Who What Wear’s beauty content since 2020. As a leading beauty editor, expert and brand consultant, she has over eight years of experience working for some of the industry’s most esteemed titles, including Who What Wear (of course), Glamour UK, Stylist, Refinery29 and Fabulous. Having also worked behind the scenes with some of the industry’s biggest brands and retailers, Shannon has a unique insight into what people really want from their beauty routines. Understanding that beauty lovers seek honest, open and responsible advice, she has it made her mission to demystify the intimidating world of beauty, taking a no-frills approach to the most relatable topics. While Shannon is the first to admit she doesn’t hold the answer to every beauty question out there, she is dedicated to sharing her expert insights in a bid to help. As a self-proclaimed lazy girl, Shannon has an affinity for easy-to-use, foolproof beauty products and has made it her mission to scope out the best of the best. When she’s not working, Shannon is likely soaking in the bath or giving no-holds-barred beauty reviews on Instagram from her bathroom floor.