Lunchtime Shop: What We’re Buying Today

You have 60 minutes, spend them wisely.

mango Natural fibre handbag with fringes

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

We've entered into basket bag season and Mango's chocolate brown, fringed, version nails the brief, plus, it's plenty big enough to carry everything from your beach towel to your work laptop.

If you're in need of an easy, ready-made, outfit then a co-ord is the answer. Whilst we love a striped pyjama trouser and shirt combo, Next's pinstripe bandeau top and midi skirt two-piece is a chic upgrade.

Just in time for the sunshine, Reformation's latest collaboration with Jimmy Fairly arrives with a capsule collection of sunglasses to suit every occasion. Choose from sleek cat-eye, classic oval or XXL oversized frames.

Have you been looking for chic pieces you can wear in the heat without feeling frazzled? This denim shirt from COS is just that – try with black trousers and flip flops for a very 2025 take on summer dressing. You'll look cool, collected and extremely stylish in that 'oh-i-just-threw-this-on' sort of way. Perfect.

What's your summer looking like? You possibly didn't know this but it will look a whole lot better with a pair of Havaianas designed by Dolce & Gabbana. The new collaboration is fun, playful and there's a whole lot of leopard print. Buy yours before they sell out.

If you're after an office-friendly work outfit that looks great and will keep you cool on sunny days, a shirt dress is the answer. This chic tailored number is available in 5 fabulous prints and, of course, plain black so you can find your favourite.

Make a change from black leather and tonal brown suede in favour of bright cobalt blue, an easy way to inject some colour into your summer outfit.

With butter and lemon yellow taking over for the season ahead, now's the time to bring some of this summery shade into your wardrobe and with with plenty of sunshine on the way, we know these Mango linen trousers will sell out fast.

H&M move poncho
Price: $119.99

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Festival prep is in full swing, top of our essential list? H&M Move's rainproof poncho that'll keep you warm and dry when the inevitable surprise showers appear.

Launching today, LA label Rails joins forces with swimwear brand Lspace for a collaboration that's perfect for the poolside. From chic linen co-ords, beach coverups and expertly designed swimwear don't miss this capsule collection to get your getaway wardrobe looking shipshape.

Australian label, Dissh, now available on Selfridges, is quickly becoming fashion's go-to summer brand. From little white shift dresses you'll wear on repeat to chocolate brown co-ords that you'll have seen all over your Instagram feed, now's the time to invest before it all sells out.

Wedding season is almost here and if you're on the hunt for a show stopping wedding guest outfit, Mango's new capsule collection is here to save the day.

For perfect poolside looks and summer essentials, check out the new collaboration from Laura Whitmore and Chinti & Parker for some serious sunshine-ready inspo. This terracotta co-ord is going straight to the top of our wish list.

Friday - Albaray White Puff Ball Skirt

Albaray white skirt

As we enter into sunshine season, there's never been a better time to invest in a go-with-everything white skirt. Albaray's ankle grazing, puff ball works just as well worn with suede trainers and tee's as it does with strapless tops and kitten heels, easily making this one of the most useful items to buy now.

If you're searching for the perfect wedding guest dress, we've found you a winner. Forget florals, this spring season is all about the polka dot dress and this M&S Collection maxi is set to be a sell out.

Available in sizes W24 - W34, in regular, short and long lengths and in 9 different washes (including leopard print) consider your hunt for the perfect barrel leg jeans, over!

topshop bradley b t-shirt
Price: $29
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Introducing the new Topshop collection designed in collaboration with artist Bradley Baumkirchner, be sure to check out the full collection of summery slips, swimwear and sarongs.

Studded bags have taken over this season and we love this eyelet embellished version by Parisian label Sisley. Choose from classic black or cool off-white leather, chic.

Synonymous with the start of summer, Loewe's capsule collection of summer essentials, designed in collaboration with Paula's Ibiza, launches on Net-a-Porter, packed full of vibrant colour and craftsmanship. Top of our wish list? This gingham raffia bag that you'll wear on repeat.

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.

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