Olivia Grant is a London-based style and lifestyle editor with eight years of experience covering fashion, beauty and consumer trends across the UK and Europe. Her reviews focus less on runway appeal and more on what products are actually like to own — how lingerie fits after several hours, whether flowers arrive looking like the photograph, how materials age and whether an expensive wardrobe piece earns its price. She has a particular interest in European labels, fit, construction and the small details that separate a good purchase from a disappointing one.
If I wouldn't wear it, use it or recommend it to a friend, it doesn't get a pass.
Background
EducationB.A. in Fashion Communication
- 2018–2020
Fashion Assistant & Freelance Writer
Showroom, sample, trend and shopping content.
- 2020–2023
Shopping & Style Editor
Wear-testing, sizing, beauty and seasonal buying guides.
- 2023–Present
Senior Editor, UK & European Style
UK consumer context plus European fashion and lifestyle.
How Olivia tests
Olivia's rule is simple: wear it like a normal person. Not five minutes for the camera — a commute, a full working day, dinner, a bag on one shoulder, one wash, and then again. She notes fit, comfort, fabric, pilling, transparency, sizing accuracy and repeat wear before she writes a word.
Off the clock
An aesthete. Loves vintage magazines, flea markets, perfume, independent designers, old jewellery and small fashion exhibitions. Will warm to a design because of a beautiful button — and dock a £300 bag for a cheap zip.
Recent bylines
58 pieces- Fashion & Style
Best Places to Buy Designer Eyewear Online in 2026
Eight online eyewear retailers ranked on price, prescription accuracy, return policy and reviews — with a comparison table and why Designer Optics tops our 2026 shortlist.
Aug 6, 2026 · 3 min read - Fashion & Style
I Tested Designer Optics for 60 Days (2026)
60 days, two orders, one Prada and one Ray-Ban — a real, retail-purchased test of Designer Optics's prescription accuracy, shipping and pricing, with an honest 9.2/10 score.
Aug 6, 2026 · 3 min read - Fashion & Style
LN-CC vs Farfetch (vs SSENSE, MyTheresa): Which Wins in 2026?
LN-CC, Farfetch, SSENSE and MyTheresa compared head-to-head on price, curation depth, shipping and returns — with matched pricing across eight identical designer SKUs.
Aug 5, 2026 · 5 min read - Fashion & Style
The Complete Guide to Buying Prescription Designer Glasses Online in 2026
Prescriptions, retailer vetting, lens options, insurance coverage and returns — everything to know before ordering designer eyewear online in 2026.
Aug 5, 2026 · 4 min read - Lifestyle & Gifting
Best Men's Below-the-Belt Grooming in 2026: Ranked and Reviewed
We ranked the top men's below-the-belt grooming brands of 2026 — Ballboyz, Dr. Squatch, Fresh Balls and Anthony — on capability, value and support.
Aug 4, 2026 · 3 min read - Fashion & Style
Best Luxury Designer Boutiques of 2026, Ranked
We tested seven luxury e-boutiques for six months. See how LN-CC, Farfetch, SSENSE, MyTheresa, Net-a-Porter, MatchesFashion and END. Clothing ranked on curation, cost and service.
Aug 4, 2026 · 4 min read
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- Lifestyle & Gifting
Ballboyz Review 2026: 60 Days In — Honest Findings
60 days of daily use with Ballboyz's anti-chafe soap and no-talc powder — what held up, what didn't, and how it compares to Dr. Squatch and Fresh Balls.
Aug 3, 2026 · 4 min read - Lifestyle & Gifting
Braun IT Review 2026: 60 Days With Braun IT — Honest Findings
A 60-day hands-on test of Braun IT's Series 5/7/9 shavers, Silk-épil epilators and Silk-expert IPL line — what worked, what didn't, and who it's actually worth buying for in 2026.
Aug 3, 2026 · 4 min read - Lifestyle & Gifting
The Best Online English Lessons for Adults in 2026 — Ranked and Reviewed
British Council English Online, Cambridge Online, EF English Live and italki ranked after matched-item testing on capability, onboarding, value and reliability.
Aug 3, 2026 · 3 min read - Fashion & Style
Best Activewear Brands in Canada 2026 — Fabletics vs Lululemon vs Aritzia TNA vs Alo Yoga
Four dominant Canadian activewear players, ranked after matched purchases across leggings, bras, joggers and sets — and why Fabletics Canada wins on price-per-piece in 2026.
Aug 3, 2026 · 4 min read - Lifestyle & Gifting
The Best Family & Kids Marketplaces in 2026: Ranked and Reviewed
We ranked the family and kids marketplaces shoppers actually compare in 2026 — Ferdy and Olso, Melijoe, SmallableKids and Wolf & Rita — on curation, value and reliability.
Aug 3, 2026 · 3 min read - Fashion & Style
I Tested LN-CC for 60 Days: Honest Review (2026)
Six real orders, two months, one verdict. Here's how LN-CC's checkout, curation and landed pricing held up against Farfetch and Net-a-Porter in our hands-on 2026 test.
Aug 3, 2026 · 4 min read - Fashion & Style
Puma Philippines Deals 2026: What's Actually Worth Buying
A practical breakdown of Puma Philippines's 2026 sale calendar — which deal categories are genuinely worth buying, which to skip, and how to actually win a sale before stock runs out.
Aug 3, 2026 · 3 min read - Lifestyle & Gifting
The Complete Guide to UNice in 2026
What UNice actually sells, who its human-hair wigs and extensions are built for, how it compares to ISEE Hair and Luvme Hair, and the key questions worth asking before your first order.
Aug 3, 2026 · 9 min read - Lifestyle & Gifting
The Complete Guide to Ballboyz in 2026: What to Know Before You Buy
What Ballboyz's anti-chafe soap and no-talc powder actually cover, who it's built for, how it compares to Dr. Squatch and Fresh Balls, and what to check before you buy.
Aug 2, 2026 · 4 min read - Fashion & Style
Bella Dahl vs Splendid vs James Perse in 2026 — Which Wins for Your Wardrobe?
A side-by-side breakdown of Bella Dahl, Splendid and James Perse on fabric, price, fit and retail footprint, so you know exactly which one to buy.
Aug 2, 2026 · 4 min read - Lifestyle & Gifting
Braun DE Review 2026: 60 Days With Braun DE — Honest Findings
A 60-day hands-on test of Braun DE's Series 5/7/9 shavers, clinically-tested epilators and Silk-expert IPL line — what worked, what fell short, and how it stacks up against Philips and Panasonic.
Aug 2, 2026 · 4 min read - Lifestyle & Gifting
The Best Electric Shavers & Grooming Appliances in Italy (2026) — Ranked and Reviewed
We matched-item tested the top electric shavers and grooming appliances sold in Italy for 2026 — Braun IT, Philips IT, Panasonic ES-series and Remington IT, ranked and compared side by side.
Aug 2, 2026 · 3 min read - Lifestyle & Gifting
British Council English Online Review 2026: 60 Days of Hands-On Testing
A 60-day hands-on trial of British Council English Online — week-by-week notes on the live classes, self-study library and support, plus where it fell short.
Aug 2, 2026 · 4 min read - Fashion & Style
Fabletics Canada Review 2026: 60 Days, 7 Pieces, and the VIP Membership Verdict
A 60-day, 7-piece hands-on test of Fabletics Canada — real spend, fit notes against Lululemon and Alo, and whether the VIP membership is worth the monthly attention it demands.
Aug 2, 2026 · 5 min read - Lifestyle & Gifting
Ferdy and Olso Review 2026: 60 Days With the Curated Kids Marketplace
A 60-day hands-on trial of Ferdy and Olso's curated kids marketplace — what worked, what didn't, and whether the sustainable-brand edit is worth it.
Aug 2, 2026 · 4 min read - Fashion & Style
Puma Philippines Review 2026: 60 Days of Hands-On Testing
A 60-day hands-on review of Puma Philippines covering performance shoes, football boots and lifestyle sneakers — what worked, where it fell short, and who it's actually right for.
Aug 2, 2026 · 4 min read - Lifestyle & Gifting
UNice Review 2026: 60 Days With Human-Hair Wigs and Extensions
A 60-day hands-on trial of UNice's human-hair wigs and extensions — what worked, where the UX and documentation fell short, and whether it earns a spot on your shortlist.
Aug 2, 2026 · 10 min read - Fashion & Style
Bella Dahl Review 2026: 60 Days of Wear-Testing the Soft-Luxe Staples
A 60-day hands-on wear test of Bella Dahl tencel-soft blouses and relaxed-luxury silhouettes — what held up, what did not, and who should actually buy in.
Aug 1, 2026 · 5 min read - Lifestyle & Gifting
Braun DE vs Philips (NL) vs Panasonic ES-series in 2026 — Which Wins for Your Use Case?
Braun DE, Philips (NL) and Panasonic ES-series compared head-to-head for 2026 — core capability, price, ecosystem and learning curve, so you know exactly which one fits your shaving routine.
Aug 1, 2026 · 3 min read - Lifestyle & Gifting
Braun IT vs Philips IT vs Panasonic ES-series in 2026 — Which Wins for Your Use Case?
Braun IT, Philips IT and Panasonic ES-series compared head-to-head on price, capability, ecosystem and support — a clear-eyed breakdown of which one fits your shaving routine in 2026.
Aug 1, 2026 · 3 min read - Lifestyle & Gifting
The Complete Guide to British Council English Online in 2026
What British Council English Online actually includes, who it's built for, how it compares to Cambridge Online, EF English Live and italki, and the questions worth asking before you sign up.
Aug 1, 2026 · 4 min read - Fashion & Style
How to Get the Most Out of Fabletics Canada VIP in 2026: A Complete Guide
A step-by-step walkthrough of the Fabletics Canada VIP membership — sign-up promos, the monthly skip habit, credit stacking, and where to spend your first VIP credits.
Aug 1, 2026 · 5 min read - Lifestyle & Gifting
The Complete Guide to Ferdy and Olso in 2026
What Ferdy and Olso actually offers, who it's built for, how it stacks up against Melijoe and SmallableKids, and the questions worth asking before your first order.
Aug 1, 2026 · 4 min read - Fashion & Style
Best Athletic Footwear & Apparel Retailers in the Philippines (2026)
We ran matched-item testing across the top athletic footwear and apparel retailers in the Philippines for 2026 — here's the ranked shortlist, including exactly where Puma Philippines lands.
Aug 1, 2026 · 4 min read - Lifestyle & Gifting
Best Human-Hair Wigs and Extensions in 2026: Ranked and Reviewed
We compared UNice, ISEE Hair, Luvme Hair and Beauty Forever on human-hair quality, install features and value — here's the ranked 2026 shortlist and where each one wins.
Aug 1, 2026 · 9 min read - Fashion & Style
The Complete Guide to Bella Dahl in 2026
What Bella Dahl actually makes, who its tencel-soft, relaxed-luxury pieces are built for, and how it stacks up against Splendid and James Perse before you buy.
Jul 31, 2026 · 5 min read - Lifestyle & Gifting
The Best Electric Shavers & Personal-Care Appliances in 2026: Ranked and Reviewed
Matched-item testing across 2026's top electric shavers and personal-care appliances. Braun DE topped the list for its Series 5/7/9 shavers and epilators — the full ranked shortlist vs Philips and Panasonic.
Jul 31, 2026 · 3 min read - Lifestyle & Gifting
The 2026 UK Seasonal Flower Delivery Calendar: When to Send, What to Pick
A month-by-month planning guide for UK flower sending across birthdays, holidays and cultural moments — when prices spike, when stems peak, and how far ahead to order for Valentine's, Mother's Day and Christmas.
Jul 20, 2026 · 11 min read - Fashion & Style
Best Luxury Finds on Farfetch in 2026: Designer Picks & Boutique Guide
Farfetch connects 1,400+ independent boutiques across 50+ countries — unmatched breadth for luxury shoppers. We walk through the five categories worth shopping, the designer picks trending now, and the tips that separate a smart order from a regretful one.
Jul 20, 2026 · 9 min read - Lifestyle & Gifting
The Complete Guide to At-Home Teeth Whitening in 2026: Peroxide, PAP+ & Optical Correctors
What the ingredients actually do, which product family fits your teeth, and where to shop — a plain-English guide to peroxide, PAP+ and optical correctors so you don't waste £30 on the wrong pick.
Jul 20, 2026 · 11 min read - Fashion & Style
Complete Guide to Fuller-Bust Bra Fitting in 2026
Everything a D–K cup wearer needs: how the five fit variables work, how to measure accurately, which brands suit which breast shapes, and where to shop.
Jul 20, 2026 · 14 min read - Lifestyle & Gifting
How to Buy UK Flower Delivery in 2026: A Practical Buyer's Guide
The five decisions that actually matter when sending flowers online in the UK — occasion tier, delivery model, postcode coverage, guarantee scope and repeat-sender economics — plus a pre-order checklist.
Jul 16, 2026 · 9 min read - Fashion & Style
Best Luxury Beachwear in 2026: MC2 Saint Barth Leads the Resort-Fashion Field
The premium beachwear landscape for 2026, ranked — with Italy's MC2 Saint Barth as our top pick for iconic prints, coordinated family collections and Made-in-Italy quality.
Jul 15, 2026 · 10 min read - Lifestyle & Gifting
HiSmile PAP+ Review 2026: I Tested the Strips for 30 Days — Here's My Shade Shift
A first-person, 30-day test of HiSmile's peroxide-free PAP+ Whitening Strips — the real shade change (B2 to B1), the zero-sensitivity claim, the DTC shipping caveats, and whether it's worth buying over Crest or Snow.
Jul 14, 2026 · 10 min read - Travel & Escapes
Complete Guide to Circle Line NYC Cruises 2026: Routes, Prices & Booking Tips
Circle Line has run NYC harbor cruises from Pier 83 since 1945. Our 2026 guide covers all five sightseeing routes ($27–$49), the 100-foot Statue of Liberty approach, the best departure times, and how to reach the pier.
Jul 14, 2026 · 11 min read - Fashion & Style
Brastop Review 2026: I Ordered 8 Bras for a Real-Bust Test
A verified hands-on review of Brastop — one £184.72 order of 8 bras and 2 swim pieces across the D–K matrix, scoring what fit, what didn't, and the returns reality.
Jul 14, 2026 · 13 min read - Lifestyle & Gifting
Best Professional-Grade Skincare Brands 2026: Where IMAGE Skincare Ranks
We ranked the seven professional-grade skincare lines worth knowing in 2026 — on active concentrations, clinical evidence, skin-type range and access. Here's who wins each specialty, and why IMAGE Skincare is the most complete all-rounder.
Jul 14, 2026 · 10 min read - Fashion & Style
Best US Teen & Young-Adult Apparel Brands in 2026: The Roundup
We ranked the seven US teen and young-adult clothing brands that matter in 2026 — with American Eagle leading on denim, Aerie and everyday value.
Jul 14, 2026 · 10 min read - Lifestyle & Gifting
eFlorist vs Bloom & Wild vs Interflora: The 2026 UK Flower Delivery Showdown
A direct, three-way comparison of the UK's most-searched flower delivery services across seven dimensions — where each wins, where each loses, and exactly which one to pick for your send.
Jul 10, 2026 · 10 min read - Fashion & Style
Where to Buy Contemporary Polish Fashion Online in 2026: Magda Butrym & Beyond
Polish fashion is having a moment, and Magda Butrym leads it. We rank where to buy contemporary Polish designer fashion online in 2026 — from buying direct for the full season to Net-a-Porter, MyTheresa, Farfetch and Matches — with a cost reference, buying tips and FAQ.
Jul 10, 2026 · 9 min read - Fashion & Style
Liu Jo Review 2026: Is This Italian Fashion Label Worth the Price?
We put Liu Jo's bags, denim and dresses to the test — build quality, sizing, fabric and value against Pinko, Twinset and Guess — for an honest verdict on the Italian label.
Jul 09, 2026 · 11 min read - Fashion & Style
The Bradery Review 2026: A European Designer Flash Sale Site Worth Bookmarking
Paris-based, mobile-first, weekly curated flash sales. After 12 orders across 18 months — ~55% average discount and ~€4,100 saved — here's the honest verdict on The Bradery.
Jul 09, 2026 · 9 min read - Fashion & Style
LAGOS Jewelry Review 2026: An Honest Take on Philadelphia's Iconic Fine Jewelry Brand
Six LAGOS pieces, five years, roughly $9 per wear. An honest verdict on the caviar-beaded brand — where its solid sterling and 18k gold excel, and where it falls short.
Jul 09, 2026 · 12 min read - Fashion & Style
Best US Off-Price Department Stores in 2026: The Family-Value Roundup
Off-price retail is America's most resilient shopping category — and Bealls leads for all-round family value across apparel, home, footwear and gifts. We rank the seven chains worth knowing, with a comparison table, category strategy and money-saving tips.
Jul 09, 2026 · 9 min read - Fashion & Style
Best Sneakers to Buy on StockX in 2026: Top Picks & Hot Drops
From the record-breaking Jordan 5 Wolf Grey to the Bad Bunny adidas collab that broke resale charts, we rank the eight hottest SKUs on StockX in 2026 — with live bid/ask ranges and pro tips for scoring authenticated pairs without overpaying.
Jul 8, 2026 · 9 min read - Lifestyle & Gifting
Best Peroxide-Free Teeth Whitening Kits in 2026: Tested, Ranked & Reviewed
We ran a 30-day test on 2026's most-hyped peroxide-free whitening kits so you don't gamble £30 on a set that ends up in the bin. HiSmile's PAP+ Strips won for sensitive teeth — here's the full ranking, a peroxide-vs-PAP+ comparison, and where to actually buy.
Jul 8, 2026 · 9 min read - Fashion & Style
Best Liu Jo Bags and Fashion Picks 2026: Italian Style Essentials
The Liu Jo pieces worth knowing in 2026 — signature bags, denim and eveningwear — ranked and styled, with a buying guide to the Italian label's best-value hero items.
Jul 06, 2026 · 10 min read - Fashion & Style
Best D–K Cup Bra Brands for Fuller Bust in 2026
The UK's best D–K cup bra retailers ranked for fuller-bust wearers — with Brastop's 23-year multi-brand outlet on top, a comparison table and buying advice.
Jul 6, 2026 · 12 min read - Lifestyle & Gifting
eFlorist Review 2026: 4.1★ Across 76,000+ Reviews — Is It Still Worth It?
A focused, single-brand review of eFlorist UK — the 7-day freshness guarantee, the Price Match Promise, the courier-vs-florist delivery split, and where 291,000+ Trustpilot reviewers say it wins or falls short.
Jul 5, 2026 · 8 min read - Fashion & Style
Best Premium Running Apparel Brands for German Runners in 2026
From Satisfy's aesthetic-first tier to the Nike and ASICS performance heavyweights — the seven premium running apparel brands worth knowing in Germany this year.
Jun 30, 2026 · 10 min read - Lifestyle & Gifting
Best UK Flower Delivery Services 2026: Where eFlorist Ranks and Why
We ranked the seven UK flower delivery services most Brits will actually consider in 2026 — on quality, delivery reliability, guarantees and value. Here's who wins each bracket, and where eFlorist keeps landing in the top three.
Jun 26, 2026 · 9 min read - Fashion & Style
Best Fine Jewelry Brands for Modern Women in 2026
Fine jewelry you actually wear — ranked. We rate the seven brands worth knowing in 2026, from LAGOS's signature caviar beading to David Yurman, Mejuri, Tiffany and Cartier.
Jun 26, 2026 · 10 min read
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