Friday, November 8, 2024

From new-in Birkenstocks to beauty advent calendars, here’s what I’m buying

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From Birkenstocks to faux leather jackets, here’s what we’re buying this week (Picture: Birkenstock/Jones Road/NA-KD/Paula’s Choice/Glossier)

Ok, not to toot my own horn, but this week’s selection of Trend Trove picks is pretty darn good.

The colder weather has had me trawling the net for sleek layers, new-in footwear and season-transcending beauty must-haves, and this lot will have you reaching for your credit card.

From the brand-new Paula’s Choice Retinal serum that’s been formulated with Oleyl Adapalenate to target acne as well as wrinkles, to the new Jones Road Miracle Balm in Pinky Bronze for the perfect cold makeup looks, there’s really something for everyone in this selection.

Birkenstock have just released their brand new Boston Suede clogs in Faded Purple, and we’re already planning all our A/W outfits around them.

Plus, the brown ‘leather’ jacket trend comes to a chic, affordable climax in the NA-KD Zip Detail Pu Jacket, a truly gorgeous piece for cold-weather styling. Styled up with knee-high boots and a skirt? Dreamy.

Looking for a perfume that’ll have people saying ‘You smell AMAZING’ every time you leave the house? The Glossier You Eau De Parfum, my firm favourite, is in the highlights today, and if you haven’t tried it already you’re going to want to.

Ready to explore this week’s top picks and treat yourself while you’re at it? Delve into the Trend Trove below.

Paula's Choice Clinical Pro Retinaldehyde Dual-Retinoid Treatment

Paula’s Choice Clinical Pro Retinaldehyde Dual-Retinoid Treatment

Want to achieve your clearest, smoothest skin ever?

Designed to dramatically improve wrinkles and eliminate breakouts but without the irritation that often comes with retinoids, the Pro Retinaldehyde Dual-Retinoid Treatment has been clinically proven to promote clear skin, giving users drastic results in no time at all.

shop £63

NA-KD Zip Detail Pu Jacket

NA-KD Zip Detail Pu Jacket

We’re all over the brown jacket trend of A/W 2024, and this one from NA-KD delivers all the sleek autumn vibes you can shake a stick at.

It features a straight fit with front zip pockets perfect for chilly hands, as well as chic zip detailing on the sleeves. Yep, we think we’ll be living in this one.

shop £69.95

Birkenstock Boston Suede in Faded Purple

Birkenstock Boston Suede in Faded Purple

Love the classic Birkenstock Boston clogs? Then you’ll want to get your hands (and feet) on the brand new Faded Purple colourway – the perfect style for autumn and winter.

These iconic clog sandals feature mauve suede uppers, buckle detailing and signature BIRKENSTOCK branding, while an anatomically shaped footbed makes these classic sandals super comfy.

shop £130

Friction Free Shaving Premium Razor Kit

Friction Free Shaving Premium Razor Kit

It can be easy to fall into the trap of buying poor-quality razors in a pinch and ending up with cuts, strawberry legs and ingrown hairs when what we really need is something sturdy and affordable.

The Premium Razor Kit from Friction Free Shaving gives you all the perks of a subscription razor without tying you to a contract, supplying you with a premium weighted reusable metal razor handle, razor blade and shower holder to keep it high and dry.

shop £14.95

Jones Road Miracle Balm in Pinky Bronze

Jones Road Miracle Balm in Pinky Bronze

Jones Road has just released this brand-new shade of the Miracle Balm – Pinky Bronze – and we’re absolutely hooked.

Pinky Bronze embodies Jones Road’s vision for effortless, multipurpose makeup. It can be used as a bronzer, blush, highlight, and all-over tint, making it the most versatile Miracle Balm shade the brand has ever launched.

shop £36

LOOKFANTASTIC Iconic Beauty Advent Calendar 2024 (worth over £565)

LOOKFANTASTIC Iconic Beauty Advent Calendar 2024 (worth over £565)

Looking for an iconic beauty advent calendar that doesn’t break the bank? Introducing: the LOOKFANTASTIC Iconic Beauty Advent Calendar 2024.

Discover inside 27 beauty icons amounting to over £565, including the Sol de Janeiro Cheirosa 59 Perfume Mist, Estée Lauder Advanced Night Repair Serum and ICONIC London Prep-Set-Glow Spray in Original.

shop £100

Murad Retinal ReSculpt™ Eye Lift Treatment

Murad Retinal ReSculpt™ Eye Lift Treatment

If you’re looking to make eye bags, lines and wrinkles disappear in a wink then you’re going to want to get your hands on the Murad Retinal ReSculpt™ Eye Lift Treatment.

This eye cream uses skincare powerhouse retinal to get deep within the skin’s surface and help tackle the appearance of lines and wrinkles while being gentle on the delicate skin of the lids and under-eyes.

shop £92

Breogio Limited Edition Vanilla Birthday Cake Deep Conditioning Mask

Breogio Limited Edition Vanilla Birthday Cake Deep Conditioning Mask

This 10th anniversary limited-edition version of the cult Breogio Deep Conditioning Mask doesn’t just look like a delicious treat with its sprinkle-esque lid, but smells like delicious birthday cake, too, perfect for mmm-worthy hair you can small throughout the day.

Restoring essential moisture and natural vibrancy to dry, brittle, over-processed and lacklustre strands, this treatment is like a tall glass of water for thirsty hair, leaving it smooth, hydrated, shiny, glossy and healthy-looking.

shop £33

Glossier You Eau De Parfum, 50ml

Glossier You Eau De Parfum, 50ml

Every time I wear this perfume I tell myself it deserves a Trend Trove spot – and clearly I’m not alone, because Glossier You is SpaceNK’s number one best-selling fragrance, too.

Made up mainly of base notes of pink pepper, iris and ambrette seeds, this perfume is widely regarded as a genderless perfume that smells a little different on everyone – allowing for your own individuality to shine through.

shop £62

Instax Mini Link 3 in Pink

Instax Mini Link 3 in Pink

Missed snapping the moment? This clever little Instax device allows you to print your fondest moments onto your own on-demand instant pictures.

Connecting wirelessly to your phone, the Instax Mini Link 3 lets you edit, personalise and get proper creative as you print crystal-clear credit card-sized pictures, perfect for creating memories to last a lifetime.

shop £114.99

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