Fashion
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Local loungewear wins you’ll live in this winter
From trend-setting knits and statement sweats to hot hoodies even the planet loves, Essex boutiques are stocking up on stylish loungewear lines right now. Here's our edit of the pieces to shop, pronto.
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Best fitness gear for 2021
New year, new fitness routine? We're with you! Here's the Muddy edit of stylish sportswear and accessories that'll have you in tip-top form in no time.
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Sustainable fashion gets sexy
Ethical, eco and everywhere - with the likes of Selfridges now pushing a new sustainable outlook, here's where you can rewear, repair and renew your wardrobe in style.
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Fur baby! Cosy coats for winter
'Tis the season for wrapping up warm and a new fur coat is on our wish list. Here are six cosy options to buy now from the brilliant shops on The Indie Store.
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Designer vs dead ringer: the leather edit
Leather is top of the trends this season but the real deal can be a *leetle* unfriendly when it comes to your credit card. Cue our edit of the best dupes for the hottest designer pieces.
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Think pink! 11 buys to support Breast Cancer Awareness
Add these feel-good limited edition buys to your basket ASAP to look gorgeous and support breast cancer charities this October. Two birds, one stone - yes please.
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The new-season fashion trends to take you into A/W 2020
Coveting new-season fashion trends to add to basket? We've got the five leading wardrobe wins to nail A/W style, plus the local boutiques to shop them in
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The shacket: your new sartorial hero
What do you get when you cross a jacket with a shirt? A shacket, of course! Here's our pick of the best lightweight and affordable options to take you into autumn.
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New season jumpsuits to buy now
Chic, comfy and transitional - the jumpsuit is a must-have staple in your summer/autumn wardrobe - no wonder the high street is awash! Shall we go shopping?
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Our new favourite fashion trend
Puff sleeves are as du rigueur as a mojito in hand this summer and we've found eight totally wearable sartorial stunners to add to your summer wardrobe now.
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The final straw: 7 chic hats to buy now
What keeps you cool, but is this summer's hottest accessory? The straw hat, of course! Nail the trend with one of these affordable woven beauties.
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Style spotlight: Fashion Re:Boot host Ciara Elliott
The concept is gold: gather a group of trendy women together to buy and sell their pre-loved loot. But who's the brains behind Essex's hottest sustainable-style export? Muddy meets Fashion Re:Boot queen Ciara Elliott for the lowdown
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Wear the rainbow (and find gold)
The weather's been pants, but we're giving Joseph and his technicolour dream coat a run for his money with the best rainbow brights. Prepare to be dazzled.
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The 9 most stylish face masks
Well, who could have predicted THIS as the must-have summer 2020 accessory? If you've gotta wear a face covering, it may as well look super-chic, right?
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Trend alert! Artisanal style
Delicate embroidery, expert craftsmanship and dreamy fabrics - we're coveting artisanal chic for summer. Here are 14 items to add to your (handwoven) basket.
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Summer wardrobe spin: new Essex boutique buys
Need a key piece to elevate your look? These stylish independents just got their SS20 drops. From hero bags and espadrilles to chic staycation staples, here's our edit of the we-want-it-nows
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6 pairs of trainers for racking up miles
Whether you've rediscovered your love of running during lockdown, or just wanted an excuse to escape the house (guilty!), it's essential to have right kit. Try on these for size.
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15 gifts to treat dad this Father’s Day
Father's day incoming! (It's 21 Jun for all you naughty children). If you're stuck on what to buy the paternal figures in your life, here, take some inspo from us.
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Add to basket! 10 bags to buy now
Light to carry, and gorgeously artisan, perfect your summer picnic style with one of these lovely wicker and woven totes.
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Hot new swimwear for summer
Sunbathing is my specialist subject and the weather's hotting up. Check out the Muddy edit of must have swimwear to suit every shape and size.
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Sunglasses to suit your face shape
The weather's perked up - time for new sunnies! We have you covered with our guide to the hottest frames to suit your face shape this summer. Just don't sit on them.
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The Devil wears joggers!
Sofa style! Joggers are firmly in vogue - just ask Anna Wintour. Here's our edit of the best to buy now for ultimate cool comfort at home.
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The best white shirts on the high street
A style classic, we all need a crisp white shirt in our wardrobe. Here are eight beauties available to buy now that aren't madly expensive so you can buy guilt-free.
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The fittest new fitness gear
There's loads of gorgeous new fitness wear in the shops and online at the moment. Hop, skip and jump this way for what's on our wish list.
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5 of the best… trench coats
It's a style classic for a reason - the trench is probably the most chic, useful piece you can buy (banish all thoughts of Inspector Clouseau). Here are our new season favourites.
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