Andrea Thompson
Andrea Thompson is Editor in Chief at Marie Claire UK and was named by We are the City as one of the UKs top 50 trailblazers for her work championing gender equality. She sits on the committee of the British Society of Magazine Editors where she acts as Chair.
Andrea has worked as a senior journalist for a range of publications for over 20 years including The Sunday Times, The Guardian, The Daily Mail, Channel 4, Glamour and Grazia. At Marie Claire UK, Andrea oversees content, strategy, events and campaigns across fashion, beauty and the brand's purpose pillars. She is passionate about telling the stories of those traditionally marginalised by the mainstream media and oversaw a feature about rape in the Congo that won Marie Claire an Amnesty Media Award. Andrea's weekly newsletter and column Andreas It List showcases her curated edit of the very best in fashion and beauty. She is a keen advocate of women's empowerment, sustainability and diversity and is a regular speaker at events. She also mentors young women from under represented communities trying to break into the media industry. Follow her on instagram at @andreacanwrite
Latest articles by Andrea Thompson
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My 6 favourite jewellery picks from our Watches and Jewellery Special
Marie Claire's Editor-In-Chief Andrea Thompson reveals the jewellery pieces she's currently loving
By Andrea Thompson
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Andrea's It List: 8 investment pieces
Marie Claire's Editor-In-Chief Andrea Thompson reveals her essentials list for the event season
By Andrea Thompson
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Andrea's It List: Tried And Tested Beauty Essentials I Rely On All Year Round
Marie Claire's Editor-In-Chief selects her ultimate beauty heroes
By Andrea Thompson
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Andrea's It List: My summer shoe edit: chic finds for every occasion
Marie Claire's Editor-In-Chief Andrea Thompson shares her favourite shoes for every occasion
By Andrea Thompson
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Andrea's It List: 7 wardrobe staples getting me through this heatwave
Marie Claire's Editor-In-Chief rounds up her warm weather essentials
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Andrea's It List: 6 sportswear pieces I rely on to keep me motivated
Luxury activewear that will make you want to stick to your exercise goals.
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Andrea's It List: Finishing touches that elevate any outfit
Don't underestimate the power of accessories that make your outfit pop
By Andrea Thompson
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Andrea's It List: Quick 'one and done' outfits
Multi-tasking pieces you'll wear again and again
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Andrea's It List: 7 luxe spring wardrobe essentials (and affordable alternatives)
Timeless investment pieces, whether you want to spend or splurge
By Andrea Thompson
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Andrea's It List: 7 fresh must-haves I’m wearing this Spring
Spring has arrived, along with some new season must-haves
By Andrea Thompson
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Andrea's It List: 10 fashion staples I packed to conquer Paris Fashion Week
Marie Claire's Editor-In-Chief Andrea Thompson shares her handy must haves from Fashion Month
By Andrea Thompson
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Andrea's It List: 7 key travel essentials for fashion month
The most useful investment pieces for fashion month from Marie Claire's Editor In Chief Andrea Thompson
By Andrea Thompson
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Andrea's It List: 6 spring trends I'm embracing without overhauling my entire wardrobe
Marie Claire's Editor-In-Chief Andrea Thompson rounds up her favourite investment pieces for the new season
By Andrea Thompson
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Andrea's It List: 6 pay day picks to elevate your style for the year ahead
By Andrea Thompson
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Andrea's It List: 6 warm essentials you'll live in this winter
Marie Claire's Editor-In-Chief, Andrea Thompson, rounds up her winter essentials
By Andrea Thompson
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Andrea's It List: 8 of my favourite basics I’m taking into 2025
Essential investment pieces from Editor-In-Chief Andrea Thompson
By Andrea Thompson
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Andrea's It List: 6 essentials that help me stay active through winter
Fitness and wellness must-haves
By Andrea Thompson
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Andrea's It List: 10 holy-grail items I'm using to recharge over the break
Self-care essentials
By Andrea Thompson
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Andrea's It List: 6 thoughtful gifts I’m wrapping up for my favourite people
My personal gift list
By Andrea Thompson
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Power Summit: why education and allyship is key to ending violence against women and girls
By Andrea Thompson
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Andrea's It List: Editor-approved sale finds
We've officially entered peak sale season
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Andrea's It List: 6 perfect gifts for 'impossible to buy for' family
My current Christmas wishlist.
By Andrea Thompson
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Andrea's It List: 6 chic boots that are 100% worth the investment
These boots will spark a little joy on cold winter mornings
By Andrea Thompson
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Andrea's It List: Timeless wardrobe staples
Our Editor-In-Chief, Andrea Thompson, reveals the investment pieces she has on rotation
By Andrea Thompson
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Andrea's It List: 6 key accessories for a stylish, layered outfit
Finishing touches that will ensure you feel pulled together
By Andrea Thompson
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Andrea's It List: 6 key winter-ready essentials I'm relying on
Affordable and stylish pieces to wrap up warm in
By Andrea Thompson
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6 key wardrobe pieces I keep coming back to
Packing essentials, plus a few wishlist items
By Andrea Thompson

Andrea's It List: 6 timeless party dresses for every event this season
Party season is in full swing