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From primers to earrings – this is what I’m buying as a shopping expert

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We’re loving the Trend Trove items that our in-house shopping expert has picked this weekend from Antler, ARKET and Evermore. (Picture: Metro/Getty)

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Ready to say goodbye to another week, we couldn’t be happier that the weekend is literally in touching distance – and being a pay one makes it that bit sweeter.

As per every weekend, our shopping expert has been on the hunt for the latest home, fashion, beauty, and everything in-between.

With over 11 years of experience in the shopping field, we know she’s the one to find us the hottest items on the high street right now.

Whether you’re after a new cleansing balm that brings the power of a spa facial into your own home, a coffee maker that will turn you into an instant barista, a suitcase that will ensure everything you need is kept safe whilst travelling the world, to a pair of boots that scream ‘autumn walks’ like you wouldn’t believe.

Yeah, once again we’re dramatically watching our bank balance dwindle, and the post man get sick of the sight of us in our pjs…

So, what’s on offer this week? We have to start with the ‘Rolls Royce’ of coffee machines from Sage. Now you too can create speciality coffee at home with the professional-style 58 mm portafilter and Barista Guidance.

The Auto MilQ™ system delivers silky microfoam hands-free, optimised for various milk types, and starts automatically after extraction. The touch screen offers pre-programmed café favourites, including Cold Brew and Cold Espresso. Powered by the ThermoJet heating system, it heats up quickly and is energy efficient.

From Americano to Espresso Martini – this machine does it all at the touch of a button. (Picture: Sage/Metro)

If you weren’t already aware, ARKET have now launched onto ASOS, and our expert couldn’t be happier about it.

Teaming up to offer timeless fashion essentials, ASOS provides a natural blend of ARKET’s Nordic-inspired pieces with leading brands already stocked on the incredible website. This collaboration celebrates everyday beauty and long-lasting design, enhancing ASOS’s mission to provide top fashion.

After expanding its services, the John Lewis store on Oxford Street will now be offering piercings and welded bracelets with independent jeweller Tish Lyon.

Customers can choose from ear, nose, and belly button piercings, as well as bracelet welding. Available in titanium, silver, rose gold, and 9k or 14k yellow gold, the jewellery options are extensive.

Expertly trained professionals help design custom ear piercings, and a selection of Tish Lyon ready-to-wear products is available both in-store and online. Better yet, your piercing is free with any purchase of Tish Lyon piercing jewellery until December 31.

This cleansing balm is a real treat for your skin – night and day. (Picture: Templespa/Metro)

And if you love a facial but wish you could experience the levels of calm every day and night, from your own home, then you’ll love the Templespa In The Beginning Deep Pore and Exfoliating Cleanser.

With its unique buttery-crystalline texture, this balm melts effortlessly upon application, infusing your skin with rich vitamin E. Crafted with a blend of Mediterranean ingredients such as olive, calendula, basil, clary, and lavender, it provides a nourishing and intense cleanse every time.

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Ready to shop? So are we now. And you can, by reading more below and your getting excited about this Trend Trove instalment.

Elvina 9ct Gold Lab Grown Diamond Pavé Hoop Earring

Elvina 9ct Gold Lab Grown Diamond Pavé Hoop Earring

Introducing a stunning piece from the Tish Lyon Diamond Collection. This pavé hoop design, a Tish Lyon classic, is enhanced with 17 dazzling 1mm diamonds. It’s an elegant addition to your piercing collection, offering a subtle yet impactful statement.

Ideal for lobe and helix piercings at 8mm, and conch piercings at 11mm. Sold individually, so select two for a pair.

The diamonds are graded VS2 in clarity and D-F in color.

Very Slightly Included (VS1 and VS2) – Inclusions are minor and only visible under 10x magnification, not to the naked eye.

Buy Now FOR £180 FROM TISH LYONS AT JOHN LEWIS & PARTNERS

ARKET Oversized Faux Shearling Midi Coat with Brown Contrast Edging in Light Beige

ARKET Oversized Faux Shearling Midi Coat with Brown Contrast Edging in Light Beige

This single-breasted pile coat features elegant leather taping and is styled with a fold-over collar that includes a button closure.

It also has side seam pockets lined with cotton, providing both functionality and comfort.

The coat offers a relaxed fit, making it a stylish and comfortable addition to your wardrobe.

Buy Now for £229 from asos

Women's Vierzon Jersey Lined Boot

Women’s Vierzon Jersey Lined Boot

Crafted from natural Chamolux rubber, the Vierzon wellington boot is designed for year-round comfort with its tartan polycotton jersey lining.

It features an adjustable waterproof gusset with a snap-fastening buckle, ensuring a snug fit around the calf and leg.

The dual-density Grip outsole is shock-absorbing, abrasion-resistant, and suitable for all terrains, helping to prevent fatigue.

Buy Now for £180 from le chameau

Upright Vacuum Cleaner, Blue - Upright 300 Pet

Upright Vacuum Cleaner, Blue – Upright 300 Pet

Thanks to the motorised mini-turbo brush, the Upright Vacuum Cleaner from Hoover provides powerful performance by loosening and lifting out stubborn pet hair.

This vacuum is lightweight and manoeuvrable, making it easy to handle.

Its modern design includes a swivelling floorhead with 80-degrees steering, and advanced multi-cyclonic technology, ensuring efficient cleaning.

The vacuum offers flexibility, capable of cleaning any type of flooring. For those with allergies, it features an H13 HEPA filter, providing excellent allergy care.

Buy Now for £74.50 (was £149) with the code metro-300 from hoover

Evermore Candle

Evermore Candle

Whether you enjoy the rich scent of woody aromas or the sweet fragrance of Autumn fig, Evermore has something for you.

Their candles are ethically produced using vegan rapeseed and soy wax, and each one is hand-poured in the UK.

Buy Now for £36 from not another bill

Second Skin Dewy Foundation

Second Skin Dewy Foundation

The Second Skin Dewy Foundation from Sculpted by Aimee is a liquid mineral foundation that offers medium coverage, specially formulated for normal to dry skin.

Its silky formula effortlessly glides onto the skin, creating a dewy and luminous complexion in seconds.

Infused with nourishing ingredients, this foundation not only enhances your natural glow but also provides hydration throughout the day, ensuring your skin looks fresh and radiant.

Perfect for achieving a flawless finish, it blends seamlessly and feels lightweight, making it an essential addition to your beauty routine.

Buy Now for £25 from Sculpted by Aimee

Sage Stripe Sherpa Dressing Gown

Sage Stripe Sherpa Dressing Gown

Warm up in luxury with this Robe, the perfect dreamy addition to your morning or nighttime routine.

Available in three generous sizes (S/M, L/XL, and OOD), it offers luxurious comfort that transforms your nighttime experience.

The classic tie waist with a button ensures you never lose your tie again.

Featuring our famous ToastyTek™ fleece outer with a buttery soft touch and a green sherpa fleece inner for ultimate cosiness, this robe is also easy to care for and machine washable.

Buy Now for £65 from oodie

Icon Stripe Large Suitcase in Fern Green

Icon Stripe Large Suitcase in Fern Green

The Icon Stripe Large suitcase from Antler is ideal for extended trips of 2-3 weeks, offering maximum packing volume.

Made from recycled polycarbonate, it ensures durability and protection for your belongings.

The suitcase features expandable functionality, Silent Glide 360 spinner wheels, and a comfort-grip handle for easy movement.

Its spacious interior, made from recycled materials, includes double-zip pockets and compression straps. Complete your set with the Icon Cabin suitcases and save 15% on your bespoke luggage set.

Buy Now for £245 from antler

Heated Ladder Airer

Heated Ladder Airer

This heated ladder airer speeds up the drying process with its compact, vertical design, perfect for saving space.

Made from sturdy aluminium, it offers 3m of drying space and can hold up to 5kg of laundry.

Buy Now for £40 from dunelm

Phew. What a collection of incredible high street buys!

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