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A moment that changed me: I was diagnosed with Parkinson’s at 41 – and had to find a new look

My beloved Converse All Stars had always been part of my identity. But when they became painful and impractical, it transformed my relationship with clothes

The best Mother’s Day gifts in 2025: 68 thoughtful ideas for £50 and under they’ll love

From a reading light to a gardening knife, a meditation cushion to a birthstone ring, these fun, and often useful, gifts tick every box

From crew neck knits to alcohol-free ‘tequila’: what you loved most this month

This week: the March fashion edit; PFAS-free pans; and the best vibrators, tested

How I learned to love my alarm clock

This week: mornings made better; affordable jewellery; and the ultimate wild swimming kit list

Heated throws, puffer vests and grippy running shoes: the products you loved most this month

This week: hot sauce; cold weather fashion; and Sali Hughes’s winter beauty essentials

Would you let AI choose your outfits?

Chloë Hamilton explores the possibilities, with surprising results…

‘Expect to see snake-like peeling’: 19 self-care treats for the perfect pick-me-up

From weighted blankets and de-puffing masks to sunrise alarm clocks, our self-care buys are sure to brighten your mood

Skin is in: as sales of thong bikinis rise, is body confidence also growing?

A Sydney council’s ban on ‘inappropriate’ swimwear stirs a wider debate over complex feelings about women’s bottoms

Winter running gear: our top training essentials to help you conquer the cold

Bundle up and break a sweat with these winter running accessories, from base layers and gloves to waterproof jackets

Breaking bad habits: what you told us about your new year buying intentions

In this week’s newsletter: how you’re decluttering your cart for 2025; running shoes to hit your PBs; and our beginner’s guide to veganism

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