If you've finally been paid and you're after a summery treat or two, I'm here to help.
With the blue skies and the sunshine we've seen this week, I have a new-found spring in my step, and I'm eager to shop for something new to get the rush of endorphins I often get when I 'proceed to checkout'.
If you don't know me, hi, I'm Leanne, I'm a shopaholic and I kind of have the perfect job - I shop for a living. That's right, I'm HELLO!'s resident shopping editor, inspiring readers to shop the latest must-have royal handbag or the latest mascara promising super long lashes.
How I chose the best new summer buys for 2025
For this article, I just want to share some things on my summer wish list - it could be the longest list ever, but I'll keep it short and sweet and I'll try and keep the price point as reasonable as possible. I love shopping on the high-street, and I'll be sure to flag if it's available in the US as we have a lot of US readers.
I probably don't need to tell you that denim co-ords are big news right now and now is the perfect time to wear one. This Mango wide-leg jeans look incredible with the matching buttoned up denim top.
Adds to basket immediately.
Seaside jewellery
Carrie Elizabeth Luxe Shell Statement Stud Earrings
Swoon. Fashion influencer Georgia Louise has returned for her second edit with Karen Millen, and would you just look at this incredible pink pidi dress. I love the way Georgia has styled this dress, but it could equally be worn with flat sandals on a summer holiday, too!
Nothing says summer makeup quite like the Dior Addict Lip Glow lip balm - this glossy lip oil deeply protects and enhances the lips, bringing out their natural colour as it adapts to all lip colours to bring out their rosy glow. It can be worn equally well on its own, as a primer under lipstick, or as a top coat for volumising shine.
H&M footwear is my kryptonite - I just love perusing the new-in shoes section on line. While on my recent scroll, these plastic mesh shoes called my name. I really didn't think I'd fall for the jelly shoes trend, but I was wrong! I want in.
You know it's summer when Estee Lauder launch bring out the new Bronze Goddess scent, and for 2025 we have Aegea. The cream scent of coconut milk lends a sunlit warmth as it floats serenely across bare skin but expect a hit of sunny florals within the mix to really
If you love a girly beauty product, this will be a treat for the eyes. Charlotte Tilbury's newest Pillow Talk face palette features awakening AIRbrush Flawless Finish powder and Pillow Talk matte blush.
The barrel shape is still trending, and while I love my barrel jeans, I'm now thinking I'm going to give a barrel trouser a go with this Wyse London pair. They're designed for a woman who values style and practicality.
The Fiona Franchimon N°1 Hairpin has been the talk of the town on social media. They might look a little strange but the hairpin helps hold the hair in place all day without causing any snagging or damage.
The easiest add to basket of the day.
The beautiful bobbin LED lamp
Addison Ross Watermelon Lacquer Rechargeable Bobbin LED Lamp
Addison Ross has launched a brand new release perfectly timed for your summer soiree.
This one-of-a-kind rechargeable lamp features a bobbin-shaped design. It offers up to 10 hours of battery life on its brightest setting and has three adjustable light levels.
The unique and versatile lamp can be used as a portable or stationary lighting feature, whether it's in your bedroom or your garden.
Is it just me or is this giving Meghan Markle vibes? The cream striped sleeveless shirt dress features a V-neckline, peaked lapel collar, tie fastening belt, dropped waistband and a button fastening through the front.
This buttery yellow dress is an easy piece to add into your wardrobe. With its cut-out detailing and textured material will add extra flair to your summer outfits.
This pink silk dress is seriously living rent-free in my head ever since I first saw it on my daily Arket newsletter. It's is an easy breezy way to inject some colour into your summer wardrobe. Wear with strappy sandals or white trainers.
You're going to love the new Kilian fragrance with the best name ever, it's called... Sunshine Goddess. And believe me, you will smell like a sunshine goddess as soon as you give it a spritz.
It's a reinterpretation of monoi oil, the traditional Polynesian elixir and it's basically summer in a bottle. There are white tiare flowers and sensual ylang-ylang essence - it's 100% dreamy.
This is Dyson’s most powerful, yet lightest, hair dryer. The Dyson Hyperdymium™ motor produces high-pressure airflow. and is engineered to focus heat and airflow evenly where you need it for fast drying, precise styling, and a salon finish.
NARS has a new 'Hot Escape' collection out for summer, and it's dreamy. The Afterglow Lip Oil is seductively sheer, high-shine and it glistens under the sun. If this one isn't the shade for you there's a lineup of lustrous shades.
Whether you're off to the beach or out for the coffee run, who doesn't want a comfy - yet cool - co-ord and this one is oh so chic!
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