Lara Owen

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Senior Fashion and Beauty Reporter at PA Media

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How to save money as a guest this wedding season

3 days ago | independent.co.uk | Lara Owen

Personal finance experts share their top tips on wedding budgeting…Lara OwenFrom gifts and outfits to travel and hen dos, the cost of wedding season can stack up quickly – especially if you’ve racked up multiple invites. While weddings are a whole host of fun, for some, they can also come with a creeping sense of financial worry. Financial experts detail their tips and tricks for managing your money around wedding season, so you can keep your social life (and wallet) intact this summer.
Davina McCall’s hairstylist on how to know if you’ll suit a fringe and what to go for

3 days ago | independent.co.uk | Lara Owen

The Independent's journalism is supported by our readers. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn commission. Celebrity stylists share their expert tips and tricks on getting a fringe. Lara OwenIf you’ve been weighing up a fringe ever since Sabrina Carpenter started dominating our playlists, you’re not alone. But knowing which style to go for – whether that be curtain, box or even micro – is a minefield in itself.
How to find running shoes that look as good as they feel

4 days ago | independent.co.uk | Lara Owen

The Independent's journalism is supported by our readers. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn commission. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just starting out – here’s how to find trainers that look as good as they feel…Lara OwenChoosing the right running shoes can make or break a good run. A supportive pair of trainers plays a bigger role in your performance and injury prevention than any other part of your kit – whether you’re a seasoned runner or just starting out.
How to style the return of the Del Boy flat cap

5 days ago | independent.co.uk | Lara Owen

The classic British style is making a comeback…Lara OwenFor some, flat caps may evoke images of Only Fools And Horses’ Del Boy, or the more suave Tommy Shelby from Peaky Blinder’s, but this humble plaid hat is making a fashion comeback. Also known as a baker boy hat or 8-piece, this classic British cap has recently been sported by the likes of the Princess of Wales, Sabrina Carpenter and is even a staple in David Beckham’s wardrobe.
What to wear as a 2025 wedding guest

5 days ago | independent.co.uk | Lara Owen

Here are five trends to sport this wedding season…Lara OwenThere’s no greater conundrum than choosing what to wear to a wedding. With so many elements to think about – shape, colour, comfort and what photographs well being only a few – wedding guest dresses have become a category within themselves, with high-street brands adding wedding shops to their sites. While florals and floaty midi dresses are always a safe option, it can be nice to push the boat out with a wedding guest ensemble.
Alexa Chung is selling her wardrobe on Vinted

6 days ago | independent.co.uk | Lara Owen

The model and fashion icon is selling her second-hand clothes…Lara OwenAlexa Chung is selling her personal fashion pieces on the second-hand marketplace Vinted. The model, presenter and ex-fashion designer is selling an array of her designer goods exclusively on Vinted from 4th May 2025. The collection features tops, bags, sunglasses and shoes from the likes of Prada, JW Anderson, Saint Laurent, Gucci and more.
Top scented plants for your garden, from a Kew expert

1 week ago | the-independent.com | Simon Calder |Lara Owen

Kew Gardens’ Tony Hall reveals what scented plants can do for your garden…Lara OwenFrom reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging.
Top scented plants for your garden, from a Kew expert

1 week ago | independent.co.uk | Lara Owen

Kew Gardens’ Tony Hall reveals what scented plants can do for your garden…Lara OwenWhile many of us are preoccupied with how our gardens are looking, scent is just as important in an outdoor space. For Tony Hall, Kew Gardens’ Head of Arboretum and Temperate Collections, scented plants are “not just an attraction for wildlife,” but are key in cultivating a therapeutic and multi-sensory outdoor space.
David Beckham’s best fashion moments as he turns 50

1 week ago | independent.co.uk | Lara Owen

Here’s a look back at the football star’s most memorable style moments…Lara OwenDavid Beckham’s fashion sense is almost as iconic as his football career. Ever since he stepped out in an all-leather two-piece with his then girlfriend, Victoria, his style has become a unforgettable. Beckham not only pushed boundaries stylistically, but subverted gender stereotypes through fashion at a time when male footballers were observed through a hyper-masculine lens.
David Beckham turns 50 - here are his best hairstyles of all time

1 week ago | independent.co.uk | Lara Owen

As the former footballer turns 50 in May, here’s a round-up of his best haircuts…Lara OwenWhile David Beckham may be one of the greatest footballers of all time, the East London-born star is also undoubtedly synonymous with great style. Whether it’s his tattoos, strong suit game or impeccable grooming – David Beckham has always taken his image seriously. Maybe this could be down to his wife, fashion designer and former Spice Girl Victoria Beckham, and their iconic couple costumes.