Everything The ELLE Editors Are Shopping In November

Jessica Bailey

ELLE Australia Editor

This month I’m thinking about events. While ELLE has put some of our own marquee events behind us for the year (we miss our Next Gen award winners, already!), we’re on the final stretch to the new year—and that means Christmas parties. I’ll be reaching for the Dior Bow Heeled Slingback Sandals for every summer event. A blend of style and comfort, they’re the perfect classic shoe to tie every outfit together. I’ve also been eyeing the Camilla and Marc Lawrence Midi Dress for any cocktail parties on my agenda.

While my wardrobe has an abundance of trousers, I’m looking for ways to dress them up—and the St Agni Silk Wool Jacquard Cami from their SS27 collection has come to my aid. Add some sculptural silver accessories, like this Completedworks arm cuff and Georg Jensen Mercy Large Earhoop drop earrings, and I’m good to go.

For my downtime, I’m loving the limited collection of 100% cotton tees from LA-based brand, Saint Sirène.

Sophia Stamellos

Fashion Editor

With the spring season upon us I am looking for a refresh of my essentials. I love my ballet flats as they are comfortable enough to walk everywhere, however most of mine are worn down. This pair from Bassike is perfect. I love the shine on the leather and the bow detailing mimicking a true ballet shoe. Meanwhile, the denim hunt never ends, and the Manuela straight-leg jeans from Camilla and Marc look like winners.

I am always in need of little pouches to hold my bits and bobs, and Imbibe has made the chicest pouch that you’re not ashamed to pull out of your bag for a touch-up. Inside it, you’ll find me carrying Fara Homidi’s Essential Eye Compact. I love the everyday tones but a pop of blue to mix up your look from day to night. 

Finally, I need to up my bag game, and Yumei’s new Pania bag is perfect for the office but cool enough for after work drinks. 

Rebecca Mitchell

Shopping Editor

I’m slouching to the end of 2026 in these low-rise, light-wash jeans by SAME. The perfect bohemian denim to meet my desired blend of Dakota Johnson and Olsen Twin style. With those I’m shopping some stylish mule slides, which, let’s face it, are basically slippers you can wear to work. I’m loving eel-effect leather, which has led me straight to Reformation’s Inez Mules, and satin finishes, like this Senso Darling slides. (Which are selling fast!)

At work, I’ll be living in midi and maxi skirts for summer, including this St Agni Layered Waist Column Skirt with its gathered contrast waist band. For summer layering, I always tend to carry an oversized button-up, like this one from & Other Stories, for those occasions where a light jacket is still too much in the Sydney heat.

And, finally, for all those special events on the horizon, I’m loving Posse’s latest collection of silk fashions, particularly this new pistachio-hued, floral jacquard Marcella Mini Dress.

Ruby Feneley

Digital Editor

I’ve been transitioning my wardrobe (beauty, fragrance and outfits) for summer starting with the Ode Delle Lace Shorts. I love the chocolate merlot and cherry red colour, and the cut doesn’t ride up too high on the leg. I’ve also been loving Deiji Studio Linen Trousers, also in chocolate–they’re about as close as I can get to wearing pyjamas at the office while still complying with our HR policy.

For beauty, I’ve rediscovered By Terry Tea to Tan. As an unapologetically pale girl, I’m hopeless with fake tan application, but I rediscovered this one in a gift set, and the face and body formula is a genius water-based stain that gives instant, transfer-proof sheer warmth, banishing winter pallor without greasy residue, and looking totally natural. I spray it on a brush and sweep over cheeks for a believably sun-kissed look, then spray on limbs and blend in with a brush like this one from Ommage. So easy.

I’m obsessed with blush and have been totally charmed by Giorgio Armani’s new Matte Blush; the sweet macaroon-shaped packaging is handbag-friendly, and the long-wearing, moussey formula gives a fun pop of colour without adding shine where you don’t want it. Finally, for my fragrance wardrobe, I’m reaching for juicy, smoky sweet florals like MERIT New Wave – with a mix of caramelised orange blossom, benzoin and vanilla it smells like sunshine in a bottle. I’ve been layering it Ouai St. Barts Body Creme. Thanks to mouthwatering notes of dragonfruit, orange blossom and warm amber this is easily my most complimented “scent” and leaves me with silky skin to boot. 

Kiera Sylvester

Social Media Editor

I love New Zealand brand Paris Georgia, and they’ve saved my summer with these comfortable wedge heels in the perfect, party-ready silver finish. Made in Italy from 100% leather, these are a shoe worth the investment. I’ll be pairing them with this sheer Ance Gria dress, which perfectly balances a translucent skirt with a more conservative (but nonetheless fun) ruffle neckline.

At the office, you’ll catch me wearing an array of slip skirts, including my latest obsession, the Tammy Mesh Skirt by Byron-based label, Little Yarn. On days that permit a fun, little bag, I’ll also be toting this cobalt blue Fountain Crochet Bag by Australian label Nananita.

Given it’s spring and I’m trying to clean my house accordingly, I’m also looking for new ways to store my cosmetics. Enter these undeniably chic vanity cases from Etoile Collective. With multiple zip compartments and deep interior pockets, this is my luxe November buy.

Alexandra English

Deputy Editor

Getting into bed has always been my favourite part of the day, but getting out is even harder since I’ve been wrapped in Sutram bedding. I opted for the cream with navy piping because it’s minimal but with a little . The cotton is satisfyingly crisp and cosy, which is even better coming into summer.

On my nights off, you’ll find me there making my way through the Booker Prize shortlist before the winner is announced next week. Next on the list is Black Bag by Luke Kennard. By all accounts, this is very funny, which is exactly what I’m in the mood for after a slew of dark reads.

Speaking of books, Le Labo recently released a new candle, the Papyrus 20, which is perfect for a book obsessive like me, given the main note is cypriol, which has long been associated with ancient papyrus. It’s woody and earthy, and I like to light mine after the weekend deep-clean is done and I have a few hours to read on the lounge before anyone needs me again.

On the beauty front, I was heavily influenced by ELLE UK’s beauty director Katy Young who recently wrote a piece raving about this little piece of facial tech called the Ziip Halo. It’s designed to deliver electrical currents to the skin, adapted for your particular concern, such as more-even skin tone, a brighter complexion or the appearance of firmer skin. I’ll be attaching this one to my jaw line.

Last on the shopping list is a new personal fragrance. The Ambre Latte Eau de Parfum is a unisex scent with notes of almond milk, roasted tonka, dulce de leche, vanilla and woody notes—a must-try for gourmand scent lovers.

Noni Reginato

Senior Writer

Carelli jackets have been popping up on my Instagram a lot and I love their vintage, Milanese feel. Shame we’re coming into summer, but on my wishlist it will remain.

Speaking of summer, I’m planning to make clogs my shoe of the season, hence these second-hand Khaite ones from The Real Real. (If you’re looking for your own, try Ancient Greek Sandals, Seychelles or, of course, Chloe.)

A Gaetano Pesce vase has been on my list for years because of the way it doubles as a sculpture, and while we’re talking things for the home, I am currently burning this deliciously earthy beetroot-scented candle from Loewe (and dreading the day it runs out).

Our amazing Beauty Advent Calendars article also recently drove home that Christmas is around the corner. With sales dropping imminently, I’ll be keeping my eyes peeled for gifts. This Natio Celestial Body Gift Set is a skin treat for your beauty-loving friends.

Last on the list is Fara Homidi’s lip compact. I’m not a huge lipstick person, but a dab of this burnished brown under lip balm gives a lovely subtle colour.