By Bethan Shufflebotham & Eve Rowlands
The weekend is in touching distance - congratulations, you made it. As we all look forward to unwinding from a busy week in work, many of us take the two days off as an opportunity to treat ourselves to some rest and relaxation - which for us on The Mirror's fashion and beauty team comes in the form of retail therapy. This week we're treating ourselves to a new lippy, jacket, dress and more.
Now, of course, traipsing into town on a busy Saturday morning and tackling the winding queues isn't our idea of fun. So we turn to the next best thing: online shopping - a favourite pastime of ours that can be enjoyed from the comfort of your own home.
From the latest trending item on TikTok tomust-have dresses and celeb-approved wardrobe staples like a good old trench coat, there's a plethora of goodies we're after this week, many of which have been lying in wait in our shopping basket. And so if you're in need of inspiration for your next shopping spree, look no further than Weekend Wishlist as we share with you some of our top picks from this week.
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Each week The Mirror’s fashion and beauty team share their favourite finds from the last seven days as part of our Weekend Wishlist, aka, everything we’ve bought, added to our basket, or simply can’t stop thinking about since laying our eyes on it.
With spring in the air and new collections launching each week, there's a whole bunch of lovely things that are screaming to be checked out by you. So sit back, relax and read on as we share just some of our favourite finds for the week that we know you'll just love.
M&S’s £45 denim summer dress
Denim is well and truly having a moment in 2024, with jeans, jumpsuits, jackets and dresses flying off the high-street shelves. One particular Marks & Spencer buy that will help you jump on the trend effortlessly is being described as 'perfect'.
The brand's denim round neck midi shift dress costs £45 and features frayed and an A-line style skirt, giving the garment a flattering, feminine silhouette. But it's not just the seams that feature the fraying effect as the arm holes and hem are decorated with the stylish detail too.
Coming in sizes eight to 24, there are both petite and regular lengths to choose from, but sizes 20 and 22 are sold out in the 'long' fit. The dress is cut with a sleeveless shift shape and is secured with a zip fastener on the back.
Made from 100% cotton, you know the dress is going to be lightweight and great for the spring and summer months. It can also easily be dressed down thanks to the denim finish but also dressed up with some statement accessories and heels, with the fray acting as an edgy statement in itself.
Huda Beauty’s Faux Filler plumping gloss
Sorry matte lip fans, this year it’s all about the glossed, plumped pout. Perfect for those not wanting to go anywhere near needles, the newly-launched Huda Beauty Faux Filler Extra Shine Lip Gloss is designed to plump, smooth and blur fine lines, while providing multi-dimensional shine.
Active ingredients like vitamin E, vegan collagen and plant-derived melted waxes create a cushion-like texture. Best of all, this formula doesn't give a tingling sensation that some lip plumpers tend to, so you can expect instant volume without any irritation.
The makeup buy is Huda Beauty's first-ever lip gloss and you can purchase it at Boots. There are seven colours to choose from - including pink, brown and clear, and is a great alternative is Charlotte Tilbury's new Pillow Talk Big Lip Plumpgasm for £27.
Frankie Bridge’s H&M trench coat
While the chic and sophisticated trench coat has long been a wardrobe mainstay, in 2024, it seems they’re having a real trend moment. The lightweight jacket has been everywhere on Instagram, the streets, and on celebrities like Kendall Jenner, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley and Hailey Bieber to name a few.
Loose Women’s Frankie Bridge. shared her recent outfits on her Instagram on Sunday, as she does every weekend as part of her Frankie’s Faves series, and one of her top picks was a H&M trench that is said to go with everything and ‘add instant cool factor’.
She told her 1.6 million followers: “It's no secret how much I love a trench. It adds instant cool factor when you throw it on over your outfit. It’s a piece that literally can be worn all year round for spring I’m styling with blue jeans, cropped cardigans, crisp white tshirts and shades of buttermilk and pale blue.”
The £74.99 double breasted coat comes in a cotton-rich blend with a classic collar and a loose fit. Its oversized cut makes it perfect for layering, but H&M recommends sizing down if you’d prefer a more tailored finish.
River Island’s crochet holiday dress
Knitwear for summer is going to be huge this year. I know, it sounds wild on paper, but dreamy crochet styles and light cardigans for the chillier evenings are firmly on the style cards for SS24.
This River Island dress is the ultimate holiday piece has shoppers swooning thanks to its Bohemian-inspired, crochet finish. The Cream Flower Crochet Bodycon Maxi Dress costs £80 and is available in sizes six to 18. Featuring a tie back at the nape of the neck and a flattering back line - perfect for showing off your newly bronzed tan, the piece is decorated with crochet flowers that elevate its neutral colouring.
The front of the dress features a high neckline and slightly fluted sleeves that come unlined. While the body is lined up to the mid-thigh and unlined for the remainder of the maxi length, providing a lovely smart-casual finish.
This cream coloured maxi can easily be dressed up with some gold jewellery and wedges - like these £29.99 flatform espadrilles from New Look. Or you can add some sliders and hoops for a more casual look.
Sophie Habboo’s bridal bronzer
Charlotte Tilbury is no stranger when it comes to makeup products that achieve a fresh-faced and glowy look so it's no surprise that Made in Chelsea star Sophie Habboo favoured the bestselling brand for her own makeup when she tied the knot in 2023.
Her stunning bridal look went viral featuring a subtle wash of pink across her cheeks, taupe eyeshadow and rose-toned lips. Sophie's sister Georgia Habboo was her makeup artist for the day and was pictured finishing the makeup look off with a classic Charlotte Tilbury product - the Airbrush Bronzer.
The powder blends seamlessly into the complexion, creating a second-skin effect, and it can be washed across the forehead, cheekbones and nose for a sun-kissed glow, or used on the eyelids to create definition. Available in fair, medium, tan and deep bronze shades, the £44 bronzer has a large palette as well as a mirror for on-the-go touch ups. What’s not to love?
Kate Middleton’s under £100 face cream
Having sold out within days of the deal dropping, the Rodial Bee Venom and Placenta 24 Carat Gold Ultimate Crème is finally back in stock, reduced from £750 to under £100.
Luxury skincare brand Rodial are no stranger to using unusual yet effective ingredients in their products - their Dragon's Blood Eye Gel is one of their most popular picks for reducing eye bags and puffiness. However, Rodial skincare doesn't come cheap so it's no surprise that shoppers are racing to buy the £750 Rodial Bee Venom and Placenta 24 Carat Gold Ultimate Crème while it scans for £95.
A favourite with Kate Middleton, the gold-infused face cream has been discounted by almost 90%, saving skincare fans £655. The youth-boosting formula is dedicated to brightening the appearance of your skin and tackling the 10 visible signs of ageing.
Bee Venom, Vitamin C, and Placenta Protein help to smooth the appearance of skin while Nano Peptide encased in 24 Carat Gold promotes cell rejuvenation and has anti-wrinkle properties. The golden speckles also provide an immediate radiance boost so it's no surprise the face cream has left users with a "beautiful and healthy glow to the skin."
M&S’s under £40 smock dress
Fashion fans are racing to Marks & Spencer to snap up a gingham-style smock dress that is 'perfect for holidays' as well as work - and we’re running straight there with them. The Checked Puff Sleeve Mini Smock Dress costs £39.50 from the popular British high-street store and is available in a black and white mix as well as an olive green and white colourway.
Available online in sizes eight to 24 \- although sizes may vary in-store, the £39.50 dress is made from a cotton blend and has been designed in a gorgeous smock style, making it effortlessly timeless as well as easy-to-wear. With a bold gingham pattern, the dress, while simple, is a statement in itself and is the perfect garment to simply throw on and go in a rush and look amazing, with minimal effort.
Its puff sleeve and rounded ruched neckline adds drama to the style and its mini length make it great for warmer temperature. It pairs gorgeously with some black sandals, like these from H&M, or worn with tights and boots for colder weather. And if you’re really brave or extremely fashionable - we heard dresses over jeans is a thing this year.
Cat Deeley’s River Island jeans
Metallic jeans were hugely popular over Christmas, with Frankie Bridge sporting a silver pair from Bershka \- and this champagne-toned pair as seen on Cat Deeley could be the perfect way to transition the trend into the spring and summer months.
The River Island Gold High Rise Slim Straight Fit Jeans come in at £65 and are described as ‘not quite skinny, but not quite straight’, hailed as the ‘perfect in-between fit’ by the brand. Coming in a flattering high waisted design, the jeans are crafted from Comfort Stretch denim, so they might feel snug at first, but the more you wear them, the more comfortable they become.
For anyone looking to inject some glam into their everyday wardrobe, these jeans are perfect \- plus you can keep them on hand for your work’s Christmas party later this year, too.
M&S’s £35 waistcoat
Now we don’t know about you but tailored waistcoats seem to be taking over our TikTok and Instagram feeds right now - and if you’re looking to add one to your wardrobe, we’ve spotted an M&S option for £35 that looks ‘so expensive,’ according to shoppers.
The £35 Tailored Single Breasted Waistcoat is perfect for pairing with your favourite pair of denim jeans this spring - and you can grab it in four colours, from a classic cream to dark navy, however sizes are selling out fast due to it being so popular.
M&S describe the piece as ‘a smart yet versatile piece that can be styled in a variety of ways,’ making it the perfect piece for pairing with smart trousers for the office, your favourite denim jeans for brunch with friends, or dressed up with a skirt and heels for a night out on the town.
Vicky Pattison’s Nobody’s Child dress
Shoppers went wild for the Alexis Midi Dress from Nobody’s Child last year after it was spotted on Geordie Shore’s Vicky Pattison - and now, it’s finally back in stock. Originally released in pink, the dress has had an upgrade in the shade of the season, coming in a red gingham design. The pop of red trend has dominated in recent months, and is set to continue well into the summer months through accessories and patterns just like this one.
Coming in at £79, the organic cotton dress features a picnic-ready pattern and pretty bow ties on the sleeves, with a subtle shirred back which is not only forgiving if your weight fluctuates but is designed to gently pull you in at the waist for a more flattering fit, too.
Vicky, who has regularly worn affordable high street brands like Nobody’s Child and New Look, wore the pink version of this dress in June last year, sharing a snap on Instagram. The newest, red variation is such a gorgeous take on the look, leaning into the tomato girl trend and cottage core styling, ideal for wearing with a straw hat and bag - you can find our favourite high-street raffia picks here.
Coming in sizes 4-24, Vicky isn’t the only celebrity who loves the Alexis dress, with a white broderie version featured in Fearne Cotton’s most recent Happy Place collection with the brand, coming in at £89.