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Another warm week (and month) has come to an end, and to celebrate I've pulled together a bumper Trend Trove to enjoy alongside this month's payday.
And when I say big, I mean big.
From fashion I'm lusting over to beauty treats I'm already obsessed with – not forgetting one or two bits to help cool you down in this hot weather (spoiler: One is a cooling blanket, the other is booze), this is a shopping expert's curated selection of must-have products to treat yourself to this week.
Less of a physical product and more of an unmissable experience, Le Creuset are offering you, yes you, the unique opportunity to celebrate their 100-year anniversary with the La Carte by Le Creuset dinner series.
This unique event goes beyond a typical dinner, bringing you an immersive culinary experience which includes a different chef's bespoke menu each night using the iconic Le Creuset classic Cast Iron, beautifully styled tablescapes, drink pairings and a special gift bag to take home.
It's giving supper club but loads better.
And if you've got festivals on the horizon but can't help feel distrusting of the UK weather (that hour-long rainstorm on Glasto day one was… a lot) then we've found the perfect festival layer to keep you dry and looking great.
Berghaus has dropped the iconic Concert Collection to get you geared up for festival season, and we're obsessed with the Meru Mountain Jacket, which was worn by Liam Gallagher himself during Oasis' 1997 world tour. More Trending
Truly iconic.
And for a bit of beauty newness, Skin Rocks has released its cult Gel Cleanser (my fav ever) in a whopping 250ml bottle, which is great because who doesn't love more product, right?
Ready to explore this week's top picks and treat yourself while you're at it? Get stuck into the Trend Trove below.
To mark 100 years of Le Creuset, the brand are putting on a UK-first, three-night dinner series in London to celebrate: La Carte by Le Creuset. This unique event goes beyond a typical dinner, bringing you an immersive culinary experience which includes a different chef curating a bespoke menu each night using the iconic Le Creuset classic Cast Iron, beautifully styled tablescapes, curated drink pairings, and a special gift bag to take home. Get your tickets for this unique event before they sell out! shop £175
Oasis-summer and festival season is well and truly here, and to celebrate Berghaus has dropped an iconic Concert Collection to get you geared up for the season. One pick from the range we can't get over is the Meru Mountain Jacket, which was worn by Liam Gallagher himself during Oasis' 1997 world tour. What's more iconic than that? shop £290
Dullness, texture, visible pores? This brand new serum from Neutrogena hydrates in just one use while visibly brightening and refining pores. The result? A smoother, radiant, and more even complexion. Neutrogena are absolutely killing the game recently, I must say. shop £19.99
This is not a drill: Perhaps my favourite ever cleanser is now available in a mega 250ml size. I am excited. Designed to cleanse the day away, including sunscreen and makeup, all without stripping the skin, this luxurious cleanser transforms from gel to oil to milk in order to deeply nourish and cleanse the skin in a single step. shop £70
When it comes to skincare, Dr Sam's do not mess about – which is why I'm so hyped to see their new minis set. Perfect for jet-setters or those wanting to trial some of the brand's best-sellers without committing to the full-size product, this five-piece set contains the Flawless Cleanser 25ml, Flawless Moisturiser Intense 25ml, Flawless Daily Sunscreen SPF50 25ml, Flawless Neutralising Gel 7ml, Flawless Nightly 2% Retinoid Serum 7ml – set to last you a full two weeks. shop £37
AllSaints has just released three new perfumes and, while they're all cracking (and surprisingly affordable), it's this Shoreditch Leather EDP I can't get out of my head. Emulating scents of soft suede, leather accord, vetiver and lemon-pepper, with the bottle wrapped in a real AllSaints leather cuff, this soft and flexible scent is perfect for those looking to upgrade their fragrance collection. shop £46 (save £23)
If, like me, you're getting geared up for the Lions Tour down under then you're going to want to get your hands on the new Replica Jersey – a stunning top with unique jacquard fabric detailing the four nations. Better still? You can grab it with a huge £20.50 off today with code 2025tour. shop £61.50 (save £20.50)
Streamline your dental care with this stunning new All Inclusive value set from SURI. Perfect for travel, this five-piece set features a SURI Sonic Toothbrush, UV Cleaning Travel Case, Tyvek Paper Wash Bag, brand-new Restore Toothpaste and Toothpaste Tube Key. £103 (save £20)
Ruby Loot are finally getting the well-earned recognition they deserve when it comes to gorgeously stylish, quality and comfortable baby tees, and this Neutrogena collab FACE CARD top is just another example of something great done right. The best bit? When you buy this top you'll also receive the Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel, Hydro Boost Water Gel Cleanser and Hydro Boost Hydrating Fluid SPF 50. Big vibe. shop £49.50
Love them or hate them, jelly shoes are back with a vengeance, so you better come to terms with it now. This affordable pair from Topshop at ASOS boast a slingback strap and round toe, the perfect throwback style for summer. shop £19.50 (save £6.50)
No makeup kit is complete without a Beauty Blender, and this limited-edition sponge is one you're going to want in your collection. The super-soft foam is designed to easily blend foundation to a seamless, airbrushed finish, absorbing minimal amounts of product so your favourite formula lands on your complexion, not your sponge. shop £17.50
As a fan of Medik8's C-Tetra Luxe, this C-Tetra Advanced has me incredibly hyped. Designed for even sensitive skin, this intense treatment uses a progressive blend of 20% vitamin C and phyto exosomes to target uneven, blemished, dull skin and help strengthen the skin barrier. You'll be glowing in no time. shop £69
I can't help it: As soon as the sun comes out I NEED a Negroni or a Campari Spritz in my hand. It's just my biology. Vibrant red, herbaceous and deliciously bitter, this versatile aperitif is ideal as the heart of all your summer drinks going forward. shop £15.50 (save £3.25)
Midaxi skirts are having a real moment, and this affordable one from TU instantly caught my eye. Designed with a full skirt, it has been cut to a flattering midaxi length – finished with a stand out waist panel. Styled with a plain t-shirt and ballet flats? Summer perfection. shop £22.50
If you're anything like me, the heat mixed with the UK's total lack of cooling systems has been taking a toll on your sleep – which is where this clever blanket comes in. This cooling blanket uses Japanese Arc-Chill 3.0 cool technology fabric (Q-Max 0.5) to absorb your body heat, reducing skin temperature by 2 to 5°C instantly. shop £41.99
If you're a fan of Clinique's Almost Lipstick in the cult favourite shade Black Honey then you're sure to love this brand-new Nude Honey shade. Boasting the same emollient-rich, satin finish as Black Honey but in a gorgeous flexible nude shade, Nude Honey offers the perfect balance between warm and cool to bring you your ideal nude for every single day. shop £25
Invest in luxury on a budget with this stunning new Sekonda Colette Watch, yours for just £54.99. Boasting a sleek rectangular case and guilloche-textured dial, complete with classic Roman numerals and eye-catching blue hands, this stunning piece is set to become your go-to when you need to add timeless elegance to your look. shop £54.99
Red ballet flats are seriously trending right now, and we're totally obsessed with this adorable pair. They've been made from mesh with flower embroidery, crossed straps on the top and round toes. shop £29.99 (save £20)
Nobody does nightwear, specifically night shirts, like Peachaus. This stunning pyjama shirt features an oversized fit made from a lightweight, ultra-soft ethical cotton fabric, not forgetting the curved hems and swallow embroidery, making it the perfect, versatile choice to wear from bed to beach to bar. shop £70
If you've been looking to give your hair growth a boost then you'll want to get your hands on these Hair Gain gummies, now available at Boots. These tasty, award-winning gummies combine clinically-tested ingredients with essential vitamins and minerals to support healthy hair from within. shop £29.99
If you're wearing skirts or dresses this summer but are getting sick of hot cycling shorts underneath then you need to get your hands on this Megababe Thigh Rescue Anti-Chafe Anti-Friction Stick. Coming in a roll-on style and applied to the thighs, the balm-like stick creates a barrier that sits on top of the skin, stopping the dreaded friction and instead allowing thighs to glide smoothly against each other. My all-year-round ride or die. shop £9.60 (save £2.40)
I hadn't known what I was missing before I discovered this Method Body Wash, and now I can't get enough. Infused with peony, rose water and pink sea salt, this purifying body wash leaves your skin smelling amazing and helps deliver a real sense of calm every time you lather up. The affordable wash also lasts forever, which is just another bonus. shop £4.33 (save £2.17)
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