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Boots Mother’s Day box has £276 worth of products for £55
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Boots Mother’s Day box has £276 worth of products for £55

With Mother's Day just one month away (March 30 if you haven't already marked it on your calendar), Boots has launched a special beauty box for the mum in your life.The Boots With Love Mother's Day Beauty Box includes a selection of premium branded products, including make-up, skincare, and perfume – many of which are full-sized.Though the box is filled with big-name brands, including Liz Earle, Calvin Klein and Bobbi Brown, it offers a significant discount. While the contents are worth £276.50, the box retails for just £55 – that’s a saving of £221.50. Though other retailers have launched their own beauty boxes in celebration of Mother's Day, such as the Lookfantastic Mother's Day Beauty Edit or Marks and Spencer's Made for an Icon Beauty Box, the Boots box has the highest value for mo...
Neom pampering set reduced by 38% – cheaper than M&S
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Neom pampering set reduced by 38% – cheaper than M&S

Whether you’re looking for a Mother's Day gift or want to show yourself some love, sometimes a bit of pampering can be a much-needed pick-me-up.You may have heard of Neom, a wellbeing-focused brand that sells luxurious products with natural fragrances. There's now a deal on one of its gift sets, which includes four products and is a great entry point into trying them out – the Neom Perfect Night's Sleep Wellbeing Discovery Collection is now reduced from £50 to £40 at Lookfantastic.It is sold at other retailers, but at M&S it would still set you back £50. It's also stocked at Boots, Sephora and Beauty Bay for full price – so Lookfantastic is the cheapest price right now.Like many gift sets, you'd also get even more value from the contents; if you were to buy them separately, they wou...
Royal designer heaps praise on Meghan Markle despite move to the US | Royal | News
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Royal designer heaps praise on Meghan Markle despite move to the US | Royal | News

Meghan Markle was praised by a fashion designer who has worked for the Royal Family and said he is "delighted" that the duchess is still a regular client despite moving back to the US five years ago.The Duchess of Sussex sported various designers throughout her short royal career, which started in 2018 following her marriage to Prince Harry and ended two years later after the couple stepped down as senior working royals and moved to the US.But there is one fashion house that is particularly close to her heart - Dior - which Meghan has worn several times.Notably, the duchess opted for the French fashion house for the late Queen's funeral in 2022, Elizabeth's Platinum Jubilee celebrations a few months earlier and also in 2018 to attend a service commemorating The Royal Air Force's 100th B...
Boots £10 Tuesday: Vitamin C moisturiser slashed by 40%
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Boots £10 Tuesday: Vitamin C moisturiser slashed by 40%

As a beauty writer, I’m constantly on the lookout for the best deals and discounts on beauty products to solve common skin concerns, from anti-ageing to glow-boosting. The Boots £10 Tuesday deal has become one of my go-to weekly sales for finding affordable products. Each Tuesday, a selection of products are discounted to £10, including own brands like No7 plus high-end skincare brands.This week, the Super Facialist Vitamin C+ Skin Defence Daily Moisturiser is my top pick from the offer. I reach for vitamin C products at this time of year to help boost my skin after the winter months, when dullness and dryness are common. Vitamin C also supports collagen production, which keeps the skin plump and youthful as we age.The brightening product is reduced from £17 to £10, saving 41% off – but...
Shoppers rave about Seasalt Cornwall’s ‘rare find’ raincoat
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Shoppers rave about Seasalt Cornwall’s ‘rare find’ raincoat

As the wet and blustery conditions persist in many parts of the UK, consumers are snapping up the Seasalt Cornwall Neap Tide Waterproof Jacket to combine fashion with practicality. This chic outerwear piece is offered in three hues: Inkwell (a rich navy), Driftwood (a soft neutral tone), and Nori (an earthy khaki), and is available in sizes eight to 28.Though the Neap Tide Waterproof Jacket is a new introduction to the Seasalt Cornwall range, it has already seen such demand that certain sizes sold out and have been replenished. Its design is influenced by the timeless trench coat but presents a more laid-back profile with its boxy, cropped silhouette.The jacket is expertly fashioned from waterproof and breathable organic cotton to provide comfort through all manner of weather and, with ...
Cat Deeley wears £27.99 H&M shirt on This Morning
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Cat Deeley wears £27.99 H&M shirt on This Morning

This Morning presenter Cat Deeley is known for her elegant work wardrobe, which features many chic staples that err on the understated side. Her outfits often mix higher-end and more affordable pieces – and Monday's choice included a particularly good-value piece from a high-street stalwart. She went for a tonal outfit in shades of khaki, pairing a sleek long shirt with an olive-toned leather skirt cinched in with a brown belt. The shirt costs just £27.99 and is available in all sizes at H&M now. Unfortunately, if you want to replicate the full look, Cat's leather maxi skirt isn't quite as affordable as the top half of the outfit. Her Khaki Zig Zag Panel Leather Skirt from Whistles is currently retailing at £263.20—and that's with a 20% discount. The look is accessorised with a squa...
Boden’s ‘flattering’ £90 midi dress now £36 in ‘beautiful 70s print’
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Boden’s ‘flattering’ £90 midi dress now £36 in ‘beautiful 70s print’

Shoppers might just have stumbled upon the ultimate versatile dress at Boden, with wearers heaping praise on its 'versatility' and enduringly 'feminine' allure.The Laura Jersey Midi Shirt Dress is causing quite the sensation amongst Boden enthusiasts, and it's easy to understand the buzz.Blending the sharp look of a shirt with the snugness of jersey material, this garment is set to become the go-to choice in your wardrobe.This item is made from a soft blend of modal and cotton, offering a lovely drape. The flowy skirt ends at a mid-calf length and features a belt that accentuates the waist.Owing to its timeless design, the shirt dress, available in petite, regular, and tall sizes ranging from UK size four to 22, adapts seamlessly through the seasons. Pair it with knee-high boots in cool...
Shoppers praise ‘the best fitting’ wide leg jeans
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Shoppers praise ‘the best fitting’ wide leg jeans

Finding the perfect pair of jeans that ticks all of the boxes can be a challenge. Shoppers believe White Stuff has the answer, with the retailer's Ayla Wide Leg Jean being 'very flattering' as well as 'comfortable'.The jeans cost £65 and come in three colours; mid blue, dark blue and black. They are available in sizes six to 24 and come in short, regular and long lengths, ensuring you find the perfect fit. White Stuff says wide leg jeans are 'the way forward this season', with their offering being made from both organic cotton and recycled cotton. The jeans have handy pockets on the front and back, and are finished off with the brand's logo sewn onto a small piece of fabric on the back of the waistband.The Ayla Wide Leg Jean has earned an overall rating of 4.1 out of five from dozens of...
Fashion expert’s top spring items are great for hiding arm concerns
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Fashion expert’s top spring items are great for hiding arm concerns

Spring fashion collections have landed on the high street, meaning shoppers can start preparing their wardrobes for warmer days. While not everyone is a fan of showing their arms when the weather picks up, a stylist has shared two must-have pieces to solve these concerns with prices starting from £34.Fashion retailer Klass recently launched their spring-summer collection that embodies effortless elegance and modern sophistication, bringing a breath of fresh air to the everyday wardrobe of women over 45.Lynne McKenna, resident fashion expert and stylist working with Klass, shared to the Express that there are plenty of ways to cover up your arms in style, adding: "From choosing the right fabrics and sleeve lengths to simple styling tricks, it’s easy to feel covered, comfortable, and fash...
UK unaware of clothing’s massive water footprint – with one item the worst
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UK unaware of clothing’s massive water footprint – with one item the worst

Jeans rank as one of the most water-guzzling garments in your closet, requiring a staggering average of over 18,000 litres of water just to make one pair during the production cycle.Recent statistics show 16,390 litres is consumed during the early stages from growing cotton right up to the point of fabric creation.An additional 1,441 litres is then used to dye the yarn, with garment washing accounting for 584 litres and a further 110 litres needed for cutting, sewing, and embellishing the jeans.The shocking statistics come from research by Epson which has unveiled fashion's whopping water footprint.The research indicates that a mind-blowing 35 trillion litres of water the equivalent of emptying the River Thames fifteen times over is required to produce all the clothes hanging in UK ward...