Lunchtime Shop: What We’re Buying Today

You have 60 minutes, spend them wisely.

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by Julia Harvey |
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Some days (okay, four out of five), our lunch break is spent sitting at our desks star­ing down an ever-grow­ing in­box while we fork at yes­ter­day’s left­overs. Bleak. As over half of us (52%) are al­ready spend­ing this hour off endlessly scrolling, what better time to shop than this?

To make matters more complicated, however, we are of course still battling with climate change and the need to reduce our levels of consumption has never been more urgent. That's why this Lunchtime Shop will bring you all the best pieces that you can wear season after season. After all, with an increasing awareness of fast fashion's impact on our planet, it's necessary to shop consciously and make smart purchases; things that will be in your wardrobe forever, and that you'll always love wearing.

From the best of the wear-forever high street buys to the most beautiful pieces to shop from all of your favourite designers, these are the things worth investing in. If a lunch break is really the only thing worth looking forward to on some work days, you may as well make it extra special.

Shop: What To Buy Today

alo yoga pink quartz
Price: $118
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Attention all Alo Yoga fans, there's a new colourway in town. The all new Pink Quartz collection, a delicate blush shade of dusky pink, arrives today just in time for spring.

Adorned with delicate stars and sparkling crystals, these mini huggie hoops by jewellery label, Laura Bond, are the ideal addition to your ears. Wear everyday on their own or pile on the pieces with cuffs, studs and hoops from the collection.

Free People's track jacket will see you through the spring season from festivals to park trips and everything in between. Not keen on the neutrals, choose from three other shades.

With changeable weather on the way, a trench coat is key to your outfit, light weight for when the sun appears but easily keeping the morning chill at bay. Sézane's Clyde trench coat, loved by Sienna Miller no less, is top of our wish list.

If you're off on holiday soon it's time to get prepped. This juicy orange semi sheer dress, available in sizes UK 6 - 28, is going straight at the top of my packing list wear over crop tops and micro shorts for sun-drenched days out or throw on over your bikini for the ideal poolside coverup.

If you're on the hunt for the perfect spring sneakers, we've found the winner. The coveted Adidas Samba's have been reimagined in cool crochet for a summer-ready take on the classic.

We love a statement ring and Thomas Sabo's collection of chunky domes and stackable bands are just the ticket. Available in silver or 18ct gold-plated, this organic drop ring is going straight into our jewellery collection.

Looking for some spring outfit style inspo? Nobody's Child button-down denim dress is the answer, but you'll have to be quick as this is selling out at super speed.

my saturday ski skisuit
Price: $222.50 (was £445)

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Off on a ski trip? Check out My Saturday Ski's collection of chic ski suits that'll keep you looking fabulous on the slopes, currently available with 50% off.

Nike's brown mesh LD-1000 trainers are taking over as the must have sneakers of the season. Available in plenty of different colours you'll easily find a pair to go with everything in your wardrobe.

Calling all brides! Away That Day x Gigi and Olive have joined forces for a collection of swimwear and poolside apparel that'll make the perfect honeymoon or destination wedding outfit.

The A-list have spoken, these are the new 'it' shoes for spring. With Sienna Miller and Alexa chung already wearing theirs out and about, we've got these Gucci suede ballet flats right at the top of our dream shopping list.

Studded bags are one of this season's biggest accessory trends. This leather, silver studded shoulder bag from the new John Lewis x A.W.A.K.E Mode collaboration is just the ticket.

This COS trench coat is selling out fast and you can see why. With a cute knitted collar and ankle grazing length, this is the only coat you'll need for spring.

In the ultimate outdoor attire collaboration, Barbour joins forces with Crocs for a capsule collection of wellingtons, clogs and jackets that intertwine iconic Barbour fabrics with Crocs iconic pieces.

Mother's day is right around the corner and you've still got time to a gift sorted. What better present than a fabulously floral scented candle, guaranteed to bring some smiles this Sunday.

On the hunt for the ideal wedding guest dress? Mango has you covered. With a flattering gathered body, ankle grazing length and a polka-dot print that's bang on trend for 2025, this dress will see you all the way through wedding season and beyond.

Rayban aviator sunglasses
Price: $151 (was £202)

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Loved by the likes of Meghan Markle and Jennifer Anniston, the classic Ray-Ban aviators have truly stood the test of time. If you need any more convincing, this exact style are currently £50 off so there's never been a better time to invest.

If you're already planning on getting away somewhere, now is the time to get your swimwear collection sorted. H&M's leopard print swimsuit is complete with removable padded cups and a super flattering drawstring detail so you can adjust to give a high leg fit. Choose from 4 different colours and patterns.

With a roster of A-list fans, the DeMellier New York tote is well on it's way to becoming the next 'it' bag. Available in two sizes and in 9 different colourways from classic black to rich burgundy and, our favourite, chocolate brown suede, you'll want to collect them all.

Right on time for spring, Swatch launches its brand new Blossom collection. Each piece brings the joy of spring time blossom with floral patterned dials and sleek, stainless steel bracelet straps, available in 4 beautiful colours.

Aligne's best selling Daphne waisted blazer (available in sizes UK 6 to 22) is now available in a delicious buttery yellow, a colour already hailed as the shade of the season. Wear fully fastened for a neat, tailored look or over a white T-shirt for something a little more casual.

Whilst spring is just around the corner, it's still chilly enough for a knitted jumper dress. Joseph's monochrome knit maxi dress is just the ticket, wear with a leather bomber jacket and suede loafers for the perfect transitional season outfit.

Designed in collaboration with Sebago, Essentiel Antwerp's new collection of multi-coloured boat shoes, expertly crafted from soft, supple leather, and iconic argyle check socks is here to save your spring wardrobe.

This Nobody's Child polka dot dress is a best-seller for a season, available in 4 different colourways and with detachable straps, this mid length dress will make an ideal wedding guest outfit. Off for a long weekend? Ensure this dress is top of your packing list.

Don't fall victim to fool's spring, we're still well and truly in coat weather. Mango's cropped, gathered parka is the ideal transitional season outwear and will carry you all the way through until summer.

If you're into the horse girl trend, then the Wrangler x Lainey Wilson collection will be right up your street with western shirts, supersized flares and even cowboy hats. Pair these bell bottoms with a suede jacket and cowboy boots for an outfit ready for the ranch.

topshop yellow trench coat
Price: $95
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In case you missed it, butter yellow is the new colour of the season and Topshop's sell-out trench coat, in the perfect shade of lemon, nails the brief.

Tala's best selling seamless zip up jacket just dropped in the perfect shade of cobalt blue, complete with lockable zip, sculpting fit and thumb holes and made using recycled materials. Complete the set with the matching sculpting leggings and sports bra.

In celebration of International Women's Day, lingerie and loungewear label, Boux Avenue will be donating 10% of sales (starting from today and running until Sunday, 9th) from each pair of these super sweet, ditzy floral pyjamas to chosen charity partners CoppaFeel! and The Eve Appeal, helping to look after every woman's health.

There's a new trainer in town, introducing Kurt Geiger London's Islington sneakers. Already boasting an impressive roster of A-list fans from Suki Waterhouse to Kelly Rutherford, these suede trainers are set to be a sell-out.

Sofia Richie Grainge has joined up with Tommy Hilfiger for a spring ready, capsule collection that's as chic as you'd expect, think preppy striped dresses in cream, red and navy, sporty caps and classic trench coats.

pandora ahluwalia
Price: from £45

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Jewellery powerhouse, Pandora have announced its collaboration with London-based label Ahluwalia for a engravable collection featuring beautiful designs that nod to designer, Priya Ahluwalia's heritage, available now until September.

Denim connoisseurs, DL1961 relaunch the best-selling barrel leg jeans for spring 2025 in chic cream. With a high waist fit and flattering barrel let cut, these will quickly become your everyday favourite.

The Ariana Grande x Swarovski collection arrived this year, complete with showstopping campaign fronted by the superstar herself. Expect dazzling crystal chokers, sparkling ear cuffs and tennis necklaces that will add a little extra pizzazz to your outfits.

For jeans that are super stylish but so easy to wear, look for a barrel leg fit. This slouchy, cool girl cut is bang on trend for 2025 and will easily be the comfiest pair in your wardrobe. River Island's seamed barrel leg jeans are available in 3 lengths and 6 different washes, so you can find your favourites.

Behold, the return of the bowling bag. Leading the way is Peachy Den's latest arm candy offering including 4 new bowling bags in zesty lemon yellow, cherry red, pomegranate and navy. Available in two sizes, this small, but perfectly formed, burgundy version is top of our wish list.

This buttery shade of yellow is set to be one of the biggest colour trends for spring 2025. Get ahead of the game and switch out classic white overshirts in favour of COS' tailored button down.

UGG have joined forces with Tokyo-based fashion brand, Ambush to create a capsule collection of fabulously fuzzy shoes, including these super cute sheepskin Mary Janes.

In case you you didn't know, Saturday 22nd February is national margarita day. So, get prepped with with this spicy margarita graphic T-shirt designed by artist Frankie Thorp from Next's new artist editions collection, cheers!

Behold, the new cow print Adidas SL72 and Adidas Samba trainers, both of which have been given a shiny new upgrade. Dropping today exclusively on ASOS, the two new styles are set to sell out pronto, so run don't walk.

From the sell-out Betty collared knit to this cherry red Gaspard cardigan that's taking TikTok by storm, Sézane know a thing or two about what makes a great cardi. Available in sizes XXS to XXXL and in 17 different colours, you an easily find your favourite.

The return of Puma Speedcat's, helped along by the likes of Dua Lipa and Emily Ratajkowski who're confirmed fans, has been impressive. Now, alongside the classic red and black versions, you can also pick from 6 other shades including this sweet candy pink.

Show some love this Valentine's day with the latest heart collection by jewellery label, Tilly Sveaas, from chunky gold bracelets to heart pendants adorned with a solitaire crystal this is the perfect collection to gift to someone special or keep solely for yourself, shop from £95.

Love is in the air, enter Valentine's weekend dressed for the occasion thanks to Stripe & Stare's limited edition collection of pyjamas and underwear sets that'll get you in the mood for love.

Remember the sell out Ganni buckle flats? Well, meet the new 'it' shoes, already set to be a sartorial smash. Introducing the Ganni lace up ballerinas, launching today in 6 different colours from racing red and classic black to leopard print and embellished denim.

It's the collaboration we never knew we needed, Pete Davidson is now Reformation's official boyfriend. Launching today, Pete Davidson fronts the brand's latest campaign just in time for Valentines day, alongside a capsule collection of boxer briefs (what else?) and 'Official Boyfriend' and 'Girlfriend' slogan sweatshirts. A match made in heaven.

uniqlo puffer jacket
Price: $39.90 (was £109.90)

www.uniqlo.com

With temperatures plummeting this week, it's time to get cosy. With a whopping £70 off right now, it's not just Uniqlo's Heattech thermals keeping us warm right now, it's this puffer jacket, too.

It's still freezing, so what better than snuggly, shearling slippers that you can actually wear outside. Available in 3 shades, Ancient Greek Sandal's fluffy mules are top our winter wardrobe wishlist.

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