From Kookai to Asda and K18 – here’s 31 items a shopping expert is buying this weekend

That pillow has our name on it… (Picture: Metro/Getty) Metro journalists select and curate the products that feature on our site. If you make a purchase via links on this page we will earn commission – learn more Temperatures might finally be calming down across parts of the UK, but things are still pretty hot over here because it’s Friday, which can only mean one thing – a fresh instalment of Trend Trove has landed. And trust me, this week’s edition is serving up plenty of temptation from the high street, alongside a few purchases that absolutely did not need to happen, but somehow found their way into my basket anyway. While summer hasn’t quite packed its bags yet, I won’t lie, my head is firmly in autumn mode. In fact, there’s already a jumper from M&S, sitting in my wardrobe that’s practically begging to be worn, despite the fact the weather forecast says otherwise. So this week’s line-up is a healthy mix of wear-now finds and those clever transitional buys that’ll see you through the awkward ‘is it sandals or knitwear?’ period and beyond. Also, how are we already talking about the final stretch of the year? I refuse to accept it. As for my shopping habits this week, let’s just say they’ve been guided by vibes rather than logic. Between the impending solar eclipse, some questionable spending decisions and a hefty dose of ‘treat yourself’ energy, my basket has been working overtime. Do I need all of these things? Absolutely not. Did I buy them anyway? Reader, of course I did. Ask Metro Use AI to go deeper into the stories you care about – powered by Metro and trusted publications. Though Mum, Dad, if you’re reading this, please know I regret nothing. Well, almost nothing… HUUUUUGE congrats to Boots! (Picture: Metro/Boots) Before I tell the world where all my money goes, who’s down for a little light-hearted news? Because it’s been a great week! Starting with Boots has just become an even more tempting destination for fragrance lovers, as Jo Malone London has officially launched with the retailer in 39 stores nationwide and online. The partnership means shoppers can now get their hands on some of the brand’s most iconic scents, including Lime Basil & Mandarin and English Pear & Freesia, alongside the new Sea Salt & Bergamot cologne. With demand for luxury fragrance continuing to soar, it’s a welcome addition to Boots’ growing premium beauty offering and makes discovering one of Britain’s most loved perfume brands easier than ever during your next shopping trip. Doesn’t Emma just have the best skin? (Picture: Metro/M&S) Talking of big weeks for our fave high street stores, M&S has unveiled a new chapter for its affordable skincare range, Formula, with presenter Emma Willis announced as the face of the brand. Backed by more than 30 years of skincare expertise, the collection focuses on making science-led skincare feel less intimidating, while still delivering impressive results. The relaunch also welcomes skin expert Dr Elizabeth Hawkes as a beauty ambassador, alongside the introduction of Formula’s new Ultra Peptide Serum (£29), which is designed to target multiple signs of ageing in just four weeks. For anyone looking to simplify their routine without compromising on efficacy, this is one beauty launch worth having on your radar. Treatwell has been saving the day for us since 2008. (Picture: Metro/Treatwell) I’d fually classify myself as a ‘type a’, but recently a few ‘b’ traits have slipped into my holiday planning or prep – so if you too are the kind of person who leaves holiday beauty prep until the last minute, you’re far from alone. Treatwell, Europe’s largest beauty and wellness booking platform, has revealed that almost half of all appointments are booked within 24 hours, despite many Brits claiming to be organised travellers. To celebrate the nation’s procrastinators, the brand staged a playful takeover of London Victoria station, reminding holidaymakers that forgetting a pre-trip pedicure isn’t the end of the world. In fact, more people are embracing beauty treatments while they’re away, with manicures, pedicures, facials and massages among the most popular holiday bookings. Whether it’s a facial in Florence or a manicure in Madrid, Treatwell’s platform allows travellers to book trusted treatments across Europe using verified customer reviews. Our hair game just got even better! (Picture: Metro/Dyson) Sticking with the beauty news to let you know that Dyson has unveiled four new attachments for its latest Airwrap Co-anda2x multi-styler, giving fans of the cult hair tool even more ways to achieve salon-worthy styles at home. The new line-up includes a conical curling barrel for defined, natural-looking curls, a larger volumising brush for bouncy blow-dries, an upgraded long-barrel curler designed to wrap hair faster, and a new Air Straightener attachment that promises sleek results straight from wet hair. Better yet, they’re all designed to style without extreme heat, making them a worthwhile upgrade for anyone looking to get more from their Airwrap. I am obsessssssed with this brand – and every hair product known to man. (Picture: Metro/Oribe/Liberty) Luxury haircare brand Oribe has expanded its bestselling Hair Alchemy range with the launch of the new Hair Alchemy Bond Building Elixir (£75), a treatment designed to strengthen damaged strands from within. Unlike traditional bond-builders, the formula works to repair all three key hair bonds while delivering long-lasting nourishment, helping to improve elasticity, softness and shine. Clinically proven to reduce breakage and restore weakened hair, it’s a worthy investment for anyone dealing with the effects of heat styling, colouring or over-processed lengths, and another example of the skincare-inspired innovation currently shaping the haircare world. Our holiday hair has been calling out for this… It’s the activewear brand we can’t get enough of. (Picture: Metro/ALO) Model, entrepreneur and street-style favourite Bella Hadid is the latest face of Alo, fronting the brand’s new campaign and Pre-Fall collection. Shot in Los Angeles, the campaign showcases Hadid in a series of elevated activewear looks that reflect the wellness-focused ethos Alo has become known for, blending fashion, fitness and everyday comfort. Expect sleek leggings, supportive sports bras and effortlessly cool separates that are designed to take you from workout to weekend with ease. With that out of the way, or at least scrolled through… who’s ready to spend? Yeehaw! Love these or loathe these? (Picture: Metro/Havaianas) Havaianas is stepping firmly into fashion territory with the launch of its first-ever kitten heel flip-flop, which made its debut on the runway at Copenhagen Fashion Week. Reimagining the brand’s iconic rubber sandal with a low heel and elevated silhouette, the new style proves that flip-flops are no longer reserved for poolside dressing alone. Already spotted on fashion insiders throughout Copenhagen, it’s the latest nod to the ongoing obsession with comfortable yet polished footwear, and I have a feeling this is one of those divisive trends we’ll all end up wearing by next summer. With that out of the way, or at least scrolled through… who’s ready to spend? Yeehaw! Kookai Spencer Contrast Spray Jacket I'm calling it now: this Kookai jacket is going to be one of those pieces that makes every outfit look instantly cooler. The sporty colour-block design gives major '90s track jacket energy, but the oversized fit and rich autumnal tones make it feel fashion-editor approved rather than PE kit. Throw it over jeans, tailored trousers or a slip skirt and you've got that effortless 'I just threw this on' look that actually takes years to perfect. Buy Now for £170 Sol de Janeiro Limited Edition Leite Café Perfume Mist 90ml If you know, you know: Sol de Janeiro's limited-edition fragrance mists have a habit of selling out in record time, and Leite Café might just be the most delicious one yet. Blending creamy milk, rich coffee and sweet gourmand notes, it smells like your favourite iced latte order bottled, making it the perfect scent for anyone who wants to smell good enough to eat this autumn. Buy Now for £25 New Look Blue Denim Press Stud Short Sleeve Midi Dress This New Look denim midi dress is exactly the sort of hardworking wardrobe staple I love finding on the high street. The structured shirt-style silhouette and gold press studs make it look far more expensive than it is, while the midi length means you can wear it now with sandals and later with knee-high boots and a chunky cardigan when autumn inevitably crashes the party. Buy Now for £44.99 Daisy Purple 'Out Of Office' Cap As someone who is permanently in 'out of office' mode mentally, this cap feels like it was made for me. The washed purple shade gives it a cool, vintage feel, while the embroidered slogan does all the talking, making it the perfect throw-on accessory for beach days, airport runs or simply avoiding eye contact on your morning commute. Buy Now for £25 e.l.f. x Bubble Drop N Dunk Hydrating Moisturizer + Bronzing Drops If your makeup routine is still clinging to the last remnants of your holiday glow, e.l.f.'s new collaboration with Bubble might be worth a look. Combining a hydrating moisturiser with bronzing drops, the Drop N' Dunk formula promises that coveted sun-kissed radiance without the need for sunshine, making it ideal for those of us who'd like to look bronzed and well-rested even when we're running on iced coffee and wishful thinking. Buy Now for £18 Don Papa 70cl Masskara Spirit Drink This bottle is bringing serious holiday energy to the drinks trolley. Inspired by the colourful MassKara Festival in the Philippines, Don Papa Masskara blends rum with bright citrus and honeyed notes, making it a slightly sweeter, more playful sip that's perfect poured over ice or mixed into a summer cocktail. Frankly, the bottle alone deserves a spot on your bar cart. Buy Now for £30 (£25 for Nectar Card holders) Aries J'adoro Weedie Pie SS Tee Aries always manages to deliver the kind of T-shirts that fashion people spot from across the room, and this one is no exception. With its playful graphic and effortless oversized feel, it's the sort of tee that'll do all the heavy lifting for your outfit, whether you're pairing it with baggy jeans, boxer shorts or throwing it under a blazer when you're pretending to have your life together. Buy Now FOR £85 K18 Biomimetic Hairscience FutureIQ Biomimetic Hair Longevity Serum 90ml K18 has built a cult following for its science-backed haircare, and its new FutureIQ Hair Longevity Serum feels like skincare for your scalp in the best possible way. Designed to support long-term hair and scalp health, it's one of those 'future you will thank you' products that slots easily into your routine, particularly if thinning, shedding or lacklustre strands are on your list of beauty grievances. Buy Now FOR £110 Green & White Brew Crew Striped Frill Heart Cushion As a fully signed-up member of the Brew Crew, there was absolutely no chance I was scrolling past this George Home cushion. The playful heart shape, frilly trim and green striped design tick every box for the dopamine decor trend, while the cheeky slogan makes it feel like the perfect finishing touch for a reading nook, sofa or anywhere you enjoy your daily caffeine fix. Frankly, for the price, it's brewing up a lot of joy. Buy Now for £8 essence Lash PRINCESS false lash effect mascara 12ml If there's one beauty product that proves you don't need to spend a fortune for great lashes, it's Essence's Lash Princess mascara. A firm favourite among beauty insiders and TikTok users alike, this budget-friendly buy delivers impressive length, volume and fluttery definition that rivals mascaras several times the price, making it one of the hardest-working products in my makeup bag for under a fiver. Buy Now for £3.99 & Other Stories Interlocking Chain Link Necklace This chunky gold necklace from & Other Stories is exactly the kind of accessory that makes even the simplest outfit look considered. The interlocking chain design feels expensive and timeless, and it's the perfect throw-on piece for those days when jeans, a white tee and good jewellery are doing all the heavy lifting. Buy Now for £27 LUMENE Nordic Hydra Aqua Hydration Serum with Triple Hyaluronic Acid 30ml If your skin is feeling a little parched after weeks of warm weather, Lumene's Nordic Hydra Aqua Hydration Serum is the sort of product that deserves a spot in your skincare routine. Packed with lightweight hydration, it sinks in almost instantly to leave skin looking plumper, fresher and glowier, making it ideal for anyone who wants that dewy, 'eight hours of sleep and two litres of water' complexion without actually having to achieve either. Buy Now for £24.50 Lululemon Flow Y Tank Top in Light Support Lululemon's Flow Y Tank is one of those activewear pieces that quietly becomes the hardest-working item in your wardrobe. Designed with built-in support and made from the brand's signature buttery-soft fabric, it's perfect for yoga, Pilates or simply pretending you're on your way to a workout while actually heading for a coffee and a wander around the shops. Buy Now for £58 Bloom & Wild The Strawberries & Cream Afternoon Tea Bloom & Wild has taken two of my favourite things and combined them into one very giftable package: flowers and afternoon tea. Complete with letterbox blooms and a selection of sweet treats, it's the kind of thoughtful surprise that works for birthdays, thank-yous or those moments when you want to say 'thinking of you' but make it a little more delicious. Buy Now for £35 Coach Empire Carryall Bag 34 In Loved Leather Coach has been quietly winning the handbag game lately, and this Empire Carryall is a perfect example of why. Crafted in rich leather with a sleek, minimalist silhouette, it's the kind of investment bag that will swallow your laptop, makeup bag and the random receipts living at the bottom of your tote, all while looking impossibly chic. Consider it the grown-up work bag that's firmly on my autumn wishlist. Buy Now for £475 Missoma x Lucy Williams Chunky Knot T-Bar Necklace If you're trying to convince yourself that mixing metals is still having a moment, let this Missoma necklace be your proof. Designed in collaboration with Lucy Williams, the chunky knot detail and mixed gold and silver finish make it look like a vintage treasure you've collected over the years, while the T-bar fastening adds just the right amount of polish. It's the sort of statement piece that elevates even a plain white tee and jeans, which, frankly, is my favourite kind of jewellery. Buy Now for £165 Mango Asymmetric Lace Camisole Top This Mango camisole is giving expensive-looking eveningwear without the eye-watering designer price tag. The asymmetric neckline and delicate lace detailing strike that perfect balance between romantic and cool, making it the kind of top you'll reach for with jeans, tailored trousers or a slip skirt whenever a 'nice top and plans' occasion pops up in the diary. Frankly, it's already got autumn date nights written all over it. Buy Now for £35.99 ChitoCare Beauty INNSÆI Revive Shampoo If your hair is feeling more straw than silk after a summer of sun, sea and heat styling, ChitoCare's Spa Line Shampoo might be worth adding to your shower shelf. Designed to nourish and strengthen damaged strands while caring for the scalp, it delivers that fresh-from-the-salon feeling at home, and is exactly the sort of hardworking haircare product I love discovering before everyone else catches on. Buy Now for £51 Dunelm Woven Tiered Storage Basket As someone whose life is essentially one long battle against clutter disguised as 'just popping into Dunelm', this woven tiered basket immediately caught my eye. Equal parts stylish and practical, it's perfect for storing everything from beauty products and candles to snacks and miscellaneous bits that somehow never seem to have a home, while the woven design means it looks far more expensive than its high-street price tag suggests. Buy Now for £25 ASOS Lioness Exclusive Gabriella Halterneck Chiffon Drape Top in Chocolate This Lioness top is exactly the sort of piece that makes you feel like you've got plans, even if you're only heading for drinks that somehow turn into a full night out. The draped chiffon fabric and rich chocolate hue give it a designer feel, while the halterneck silhouette taps perfectly into the boho-meets-Y2K trend that's absolutely everywhere right now. Pair it with wide-leg jeans and gold jewellery, then prepare for at least three people to ask where it's from. Buy Now for £55 Laura Mercier Secret Camouflage Complexion Perfector Laura Mercier's Secret Camouflage Complexion Perfector is one of those makeup bag staples that quietly earns cult status. Designed to conceal everything from dark circles to blemishes without looking heavy or cakey, it delivers that elusive 'your skin, but on a really good day' finish, and has quickly become the sort of complexion product I find myself reaching for when I want people to compliment my skin rather than my makeup Buy Now for £29 H&M Cotton Peplum Shirt H&M is absolutely delivering on the expensive-looking essentials front at the moment, and this piece is proof. It has that effortlessly polished, Scandi-inspired feel that looks far pricier than its high-street price tag, making it the sort of item you'll wear on repeat and inevitably tell everyone was 'just an H&M find' when the compliments start rolling in. Buy Now for £19.99 Simply Be Mid Blue Seamed Wide Leg Jeans This Simply Be piece is exactly the sort of purchase that sneaks into your basket and somehow ends up becoming one of your most-worn items. Easy to style, endlessly versatile and perfect for those 'I have nothing to wear' moments, it's the kind of hardworking fashion find that earns its place in your wardrobe from day one. Buy Now for £39 Wonderskin Wonder Blading All-Day Blush Stain Wonderskin's viral lip stains have already earned cult status, so I have high hopes for its Wonder Blading All-Day Blush Stain. Designed to deliver a natural-looking flush that actually stays put, it's ideal for anyone who's tired of their blush disappearing by lunchtime, and gives that fresh-from-a-brisk-walk glow without the cardio. Any beauty product that survives a commute, a coffee and my tendency to touch my face deserves a spot in my makeup bag. Buy Now for £20 M&S Mesh Animal Print Midi Asymmetric Skirt M&S has done it again with this animal print midi skirt, which is already giving me 'I won't stop wearing this' energy. The asymmetric hem and mesh finish add a fashion-forward feel, while the leopard print keeps it timeless enough to pair with everything from a simple black knit and boots to a graphic tee and trainers. If you hear a suspicious rustling sound, it's probably this skirt making its way into my wardrobe. Buy Now for £30 Birkenstock Arizona Chunky in Taupe I've officially reached the stage of summer where my feet are almost permanently housed in Birkenstocks, and this chunky Arizona pair feels like the next logical addition. The taupe colourway goes with absolutely everything, while the slightly elevated sole gives the classic sandal a more fashion-forward feel, proving once again that comfort and style can, in fact, coexist. Buy Now for £110 Primark Faux Floral Arrangement Primark's homeware section continues to be a dangerous place for my bank balance, and this faux floral arrangement is exactly why. The rich orange tones are giving peak autumn energy, making it an easy way to add a seasonal touch to your home without worrying about watering, wilting or accidentally neglecting it after a week. Let's be honest, if pumpkin spice were a bouquet, it'd probably look something like this. Buy Now for £4 Et Al Versatile Bronze Shade + Sculpt Refill As someone who refuses to leave the house looking washed out, this Versatile Bronze Shade & Sculpt refill has my full attention. The silky powder is designed to add warmth, definition and a convincing 'just back from a long weekend in the Med' glow, while the refillable format earns extra brownie points for being a little kinder to both your makeup bag and the planet. Buy Now for £30 Bohomoon Miranda Hoop Earrings If, like me, you're a firm believer that you can never have too many gold hoops, the Bohomoon Miranda Earrings are about to become a daily staple. Chunky enough to make an impact but still understated enough for everyday wear, they're the sort of jewellery piece that pulls an outfit together in seconds and makes it look like you've made far more effort than you actually have. Buy Now for £26 Topshop Axel Toe Thong Mid Heel Sandal in Aubergine Topshop is making a very strong case for aubergine becoming the colour of autumn with these toe-thong heels. Sleek, minimal and surprisingly versatile, they're the kind of shoes that instantly elevate jeans and a nice top, while the mid-height heel means you might actually survive a full evening in them, which, frankly, is a rare and beautiful thing. Buy Now for £32 Damson Madder Ziggy Frill Bag In Sand Damson Madder has a habit of creating accessories that go viral, and I can see exactly why with the Ziggy Frill Bag. ] The playful frill detailing gives it that signature fashion-girl feel, while the neutral sand shade keeps it practical enough for everyday wear. It's the kind of bag that adds instant personality to even the most basic outfit, and honestly, I'm trying very hard to convince myself I don't need another tote-shaped obsession. Buy Now for £55 What went into your basket? 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