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Daily Mail
16-07-2025
- Lifestyle
- Daily Mail
I have just found the ultimate travel essential at Target for $40 - and it's perfect for long hauls
A newly launched travel outfit is sending Aussie shoppers into a spin, and surprisingly, it's not from a high-end designer, but straight off the shelves at Target. The budget retailer's new tracksuit combo has been hailed as the 'best travel set ever', with fans snapping up multiple pairs of the $40 pants after falling in love with the fit, comfort and surprisingly luxe feel. The popular activewear set, in a chic dusty purple-grey shade called Folkstone, has been branded the ultimate airport essential. 'These are by far the best travel pants ever,' one commented. It's not just hype either, the Active Studio Soft Travel Pants are ticking more than a few boxes. The buttery-soft fabric blend offers maximum comfort, light stretch and wrinkle resistance, making them perfect for travel days or lounging in style. Shoppers are especially loving the flattering tapered fit, elastic waistband, and pockets, with many saying the pants 'don't crease or knee,' and 'wash beautifully'. 'I now have four pairs,' one customer wrote. 'Flew to Europe in them, so comfy. Highly recommend.' 'These pants are incredibly comfortable, just the right length, are soft and look flattering,' added another. 'I've worn them to work, out for dinner, and on the weekend. They'll be worn on my next flight now!' Both the Active Ribbed Hooded Jumper and Studio Soft Travel Pants are available in sizes four to 20, with the pants especially being praised for their inclusive fit and versatility. Many women saying they're the rare find that 'don't need hemming', even for shorter frames. 'Great fit, true to size,' a 158cm shopper wrote. 'Perfect length for me, I bought them in black and navy.' Another stylish new release from Target Australia is the talk of fashion forums this month after eagle-eyed customers spotted it is a dead ringer for a much pricier alternative. The Target Trench Coat in shade Neutral, now on sale for $56, has been hailed as a near-perfect copy of the Witchery popular Snap Front Trench Coat, which retails for a staggering $399. Noticing the striking similarities between the two pieces is their structured tailoring and neutral tones, to the soft-yet-sturdy fabric that drapes just right. 'Love this comparison!' wrote one on the Kmartinsider Instagram page that shares similar bargain buys and budget designer 'dupes'. So, what is the difference exactly? On the surface, not much. Both coats feature a mid-length silhouette, sleek lapels, a belted waist, and minimalist snap closures which are a modern spin on the traditional trench that's flattering on literally everyone. Witchery's version is crafted from a lyocell-viscose blend, designed to have a slightly weightier drape and a more tailored feel. It's polished, elegant, and undeniably luxe feeling, but with a near $400 price tag, it's a serious investment for most. Target's trench, meanwhile, is made from a soft polyester-viscose blend with a hint of elastane, which gives it flexibility and ease and it still manages to hang just as beautifully. As for sizing inclusivity, both run as small as an Australian size 4 and run to size 16, with Target even stocking size 20 options. If a tan hue isn't your usual style either, both come in a winter-perfect dark olive tone too. For those looking to channel timeless 'quiet luxury' vibes without blowing the budget, Target's trench is a no-fuss, low-cost entry into effortless style.
The Sun
07-07-2025
- Climate
- The Sun
UK weather: Brits to bask in 30C temperatures again this week as sun returns after weekend of heavy rain & thunderstorms
BRITS are set to bask in scorching temperatures once again this week as the sun returns. The weather turnaround comes after a miserable weekend of heavy rain and thunderstorms. 6 6 Temperatures could climb into the low 30s and the heat is forecast to remain at night, making sleeping uncomfortable, says the Met Office. It follows a weekend of cooler air, cloud and rain in most of England, and a yellow warning for thunderstorms in the east of the country on Sunday. It's also been a wet start for many today, with the Environment Agency issuing one flood alert in Folkstone, Kent. Marco Petagna, senior meteorologist at the Met Office, said: 'I think Wednesday is probably going to be the day when we could start to reach the thresholds of 25 to 28 degrees, depending on where you are... 'But temperatures are going to continue to climb as we go toward the end of the week and certainly by Friday and Saturday we could see 30 degrees, perhaps just nudging into the low 30s. 'At the weekend, we could just start to see humidity increasing a little bit as well and nighttime temperatures look like they are going to be, so it will be starting to become more uncomfortable by night.' Yet the duration of the hot spell remains difficult to gauge, and there are uncertainties about just how high temperatures will rise. It also appears as though the UK will avoid the stifling weather of the high 30s and low 40s seen in the Mediterranean. Mr Petagna said: 'It's a bit of a question mark going through the weekend early next week as to how long the heat will last and how high the temperatures will get, because some models are sort of pushing the heat away a bit more quickly, whereas others keep the heat going. 'At this stage it looks as though certainly into next weekend, we should hold on to hot weather across the south of the UK and temperatures could again certainly get into the low 30s in a few spots. Lewis Hamilton and Co face British GP nightmare as weather warning is issued at Silverstone 'And we are going to see some very high pollen and very high UV levels as well. 'But at this stage, we've managed to escape some of the very highest temperatures, those seen across Spain and Portugal in particular, where it has reached the mid-40s.' Five-day weather forecast Today: Early rain soon clearing from southeast England. Otherwise, most will have a bright day ahead, with sunny spells and a scattering of showers. Showers heaviest across eastern England. Rather breezy and fresh in the north, pleasant in the south. Tonight: Any remaining heavy showers slowly easing. Then mainly dry overnight, with clear spells, though clouding over across then northwest later. Turning chilly for parts of northern England and Scotland. Tuesday: Generally a fine and dry day ahead for many, with plenty of sunny spells. Cloudier skies towards northwest Scotland and Northern Ireland, with a little light rain possible. Warmer. Outlook for Wednesday to Friday: Mainly dry as high pressure builds through this period. Plenty of sunny spells, though the far northwest will be cloudy initially. Turning very warm, locally hot once again. 6 6 6
Wales Online
29-05-2025
- Lifestyle
- Wales Online
Dunelm's ‘gorgeous, high quality' coastal design armchair made for snuggling now has 20% off
Dunelm's 'gorgeous, high quality' coastal design armchair made for snuggling now has 20% off Snuggle with a book or relax in front of a movie with this popular, exclusively designed chair for less money Popular Beatrice Folkstone Stripe Snuggle Chair now down in price if you love the coastal vibe of the blue stripe (Image: Dunelm ) When the weather is a bit chilly and you fancy snuggling with a blanket or you're looking for a place to relax in a cosy armchair in a peaceful reading nook, this timeless and tasteful chair from Dunelm is potentially your perfect partner. The Beatrice Folkstone Stripe Snuggle Chair is a hardworking yet super stylish addition to any home, offering a comfortable place for you, you and a pet, or you and a friend - it's versatile as well as good-looking - and now the coastal-inspired blue and cream stripe version has been reduced on Dunelm's website. Called Folkstone Stripe Blue, this choice of chair usually retails for £399 but currently this colourway is reduced by 20% to £319.20. The chair is also available in olive stripe and mulberry stripe, both of these options at this moment are still being sold at the original price of £399. For more home and property content sent to your inbox twice a week sign up to the property newsletter here READ MORE: 'Gorgeous' bamboo style garden furniture set that 'looks more expensive than it is' reduced by over £100 YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE: 'Excellent value for money' patio heater less than £60 on Amazon Described as a 'cult' armchair after it sold out in summer 2024 (Image: Dunelm ) The Dunelm Beatrice chair has a history going back to summer, 2024, when, according to Ideal Home, it 'sold out in a matter of hours' and describes the item as Dunelm's 'cult snuggle chair'. The Beatrice range has also been extended to include a wider, more dominant stripe than the Folkstone version, see it here, that comes in stripes of coral, mushroom, black and olive. The Beatrice snuggle chair is a Dunelm exclusive, designed and developed by the company but there are alternatives out there, including the Hampshire Love Seat in green or natural from Dusk, currently dropped in price from £599 to £349 plus the Westley by Laura Ashley available from Next in a large choice of colours and a variety of patterns priced £1,000. Comes in three colourways but the blue stripe is currently reduced - the other options are olive or mulberry that are full priced (Image: Dunelm ) But many Dunelm customers are sticking with the Beatrice and the reviews reveal why, with one buyer saying, 'This chair is gorgeous. Really high-quality' and another adding, 'Beautiful chair, it is perfect for the space. It is very comfortable and can seat 1 or 2 people. It looks expensive; the material is very thick and good quality'. One buyer states the chair is easy to put together - screwing on the legs - and that they are impressed overall, saying, 'Looks amazing and very easy to put together. Comfy enough to curl up on with a good book'. However, one customer is unhappy that the company didn't offer a matching footstool and so gave the product a one star rating score. The fabric is 60% cotton and 40% polyester (Image: Dunelm ) For some customers the chair looked like an expensive alternative but at a more budget friendly level, with one unable to contain their joy, saying, 'I adore the chair. It's more like a small two seater couch and fits the space allotted like a glove. Can't believe the price. It looks like I spent several hundreds more than I did. I am soooooo, soooosooooo happy right now!!'. The Beatrice Folkstone Stripe Snuggle Chair measurements are 89cm high, 117cm wide and 90cm deep with an arm Height of 61cm. The item's frame is made from plywood, the legs are rubberwood, and the fabric is 60% cotton and 40% polyester, with 'foam and fibre filled cushions 'for a comfortable experience'. The legs, which you attached to the chair yourself, are made of rubberwood (Image: Dunelm ) Article continues below However, not every customer agrees with Dunelm's description on comfort, with one commenting, 'Not as comfortable as it looks - quite hard and material feel a bit on the tough side' but another expressing that, 'it is nice and comfy after a week or so. The only annoying thing is I find I have to plump the back cushion daily'. For more home content, including products, join our Amazing Welsh Homes Facebook group here.
