
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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The Marie Claire Spring/Summer 2026 Fashion Special
Your go-to guide for new season trends and the latest fashion news straight from the runway
By Andrea Thompson
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Andrea's It List: Everything I'm Buying for Fashion Month
The few choice pieces I'm investing in to update my existing wardrobe
By Andrea Thompson
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Beauty and Longevity: An Exciting New Frontier
The future is about taking a proactive approach to preserve skin health, rather than reacting to the visible signs of ageing.
By Andrea Thompson
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Andrea's It List: 7 New Season (In Stock) Buys I'm Investing in To Refresh My Wardrobe
Versatile essentials that will carry you through the seasons
By Andrea Thompson
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Andrea's It List: The Health and Fitness Essentials Helping Me Stick to My New Year's Goals
New season must-haves that will carry you through the colder months
By Andrea Thompson
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Start the Year Strong 2026
By Andrea Thompson
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Andrea's It List: Low-Effort, High-Impact Looks for New Years Eve
Whether you're hosting or attending an event
By Andrea Thompson
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Andrea's It List: 6 Winter Essentials
Key buys for winter that Editor-In-Chief Andrea Thompson relies on every year
By Andrea Thompson
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Editor-Approved Gifts for Those Women Who are Impossible to Buy For
Gifts guaranteed to impress
By Andrea Thompson
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Andrea's It List: The Perfect Low-Effort Party Attire
Invest in quality pieces that you'll wear for years to come
By Andrea Thompson
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Andrea's It List: My Ultimate Winter Survival Kit
Editor In Chief Andrea Thompson reveals the trusted pieces that get her through the season
By Andrea Thompson
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Andrea's It List: Stylish Boots For Every Occasion
6 key styles that are worth every penny
By Andrea Thompson
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Andrea's It List: 7 Key Pieces To Build Your Winter Wardrobe
Building blocks for the ultimate winter wardrobe
By Andrea Thompson
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Andrea's It List: Trust Me, This Will Be Your Most Important Investment of the Season
There's nothing quite like the transformative power of a great coat, says Marie Claire Editor In Chief Andrea Thompson
By Andrea Thompson
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Andrea's It List: 7 Classic Pieces I Packed for Paris Fashion Week
A capsule wardrobe for Paris Fashion Week
By Andrea Thompson
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Andrea's It List: I curated the Ultimate Capsule for Fashion Month
Editor approved autumn essentials
By Andrea Thompson
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Andrea's It List: 12 New Season Accessories Worth Investing in This Season
Refresh your essentials for the new season
By Andrea Thompson
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The Marie Claire Autumn/Winter 2025 Fashion Special
Your go-to guide for new season trends and the latest fashion news straight from the runway
By Andrea Thompson
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Andrea's It List: 20 Holiday Accessories I’m Packing Now—and Styling Back Home Later
Accessories that will see you through the seasons
By Andrea Thompson
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Andrea's It List: 14 Chic Essentials I’m Packing For France
Editor-In-Chief Andrea Thompson shares her holiday must-haves
By Andrea Thompson
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Andrea's It List: 15 All-Weather, Transeasonal Pieces I Swear By
Marie Claire's Editor In Chief rounds up her everyday essentials, whatever the weather
By Andrea Thompson
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Andrea's It List: 10 Dresses to Get You Through This and Every Summer
Editor-In-Chief Andrea Thompson shares her ultimate summer dress edit
By Andrea Thompson
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Andrea's It List: How I Take My Outfit From Plain To Polished In Seconds
Andrea Thompson shares the finishing touches that instantly lift her look
By Andrea Thompson
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Andrea's It List: Dressing in This Heat Is Tricky—These Are the Pieces I Swear By Every Summer
Heatwave dressing, simplified
By Andrea Thompson
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Andrea's It List: 11 Paris Non-negotiables
Editor-In-Chief Andrea Thompson rounds up her top Paris essentials
By Andrea Thompson
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Andrea's It List: I’m Already Planning My Wimbledon Outfit—Here’s What’s Coming With Me
Wimbledon is just around the corner—this is what Editor-In-Chief Andrea Thompson is taking with her
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


