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From Samsung to Scrub Daddy – here’s our expert’s 18 best buys for this weekend


Products from Nespresso, ALIGNE, White Claw, Samsung and more brands, including a smartphone, cans of fizzy drink and blue jeans.
As always, we need and want it all! (Picture: Metro/Getty)

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Not to be dramatic, but where has the week gone? It feels like only yesterday we delivered our last Trend Trove – still, it’s been another hot week – and our shopping expert has been busy searching the high street for the hottest items you need to know about.

From fashion, beauty, home, tech gadgets and latest launches, she’s bringing you the good stuff.

What do you need to know about this week? Well, just in time for the weekend, PizzaExpress is giving away free Dough Balls every time you dine, as part of its revamped loyalty scheme. New data shows Brits order a portion every 3 seconds, with the classic garlic butter version making up the majority. Just sign up to the PizzaExpress Club to start claiming.

Dough balls on a plate from Pizza Express
How delicious are Dough Balls – and now they’re free! (Picture: Metro/Pizza Express)

AURALEE and New Balance have teamed up once again to launch the AURALEE × New Balance 475, a sleek reimagining of the classic 1980s running silhouette. Debuted at Paris Men’s Fashion Week, the collab drops globally today, May 15, featuring premium suede, mesh, and sun-faded tones in two vintage-inspired colourways. With refined detailing, co-branded extras, and a minimalist aesthetic, it’s a stylish nod to retro runners with a modern twist.

Promotional image from Shreddy
Who doesn’t want a workout with a side of sun. (Picture: Metro/Shreddy)

SHREDDY is turning up the heat with its brand-new fitness challenge, 3,2,1 Summer—a four-week countdown to feeling strong, confident, and summer-ready. Inspired by the viral ‘3,2,1’ workout trend, the challenge kicks off Monday 19th May, and enrolment is officially open.

Here’s the breakdown:
3 strength sessions with powerhouse trainers Niamh and Bliss
2 fiery classes—expect sweat with Bianca and a barre burn with Alana
1 run or walk to move your body, your way

And to sweeten the deal? SHREDDY is giving away a holiday every single week of the challenge. That’s right—sweat now, sun later.

New Balance trainers
STUNNING. (Picture: Metro/New Balance)

Oh, and if that wasn’t enough, Caffè Nero has just launched its first-ever Matcha range, and fans are already obsessed. Available in over 625 stores, the new Vanilla and Strawberry flavours are made with premium ceremonial-grade matcha from PerfectTed. Served hot or iced, they’re smooth, energising, and here just in time for summer. With limited-edition drinks, returning favourites like the Tiramisu Iced Latte, and delivery via all major apps, your summer sip just got sorted.

For the best bit? Here’s loads of gorgeous things you can buy right now – yup, just a little click away and it’s all yours. So, what are you waiting for? Nothing. Exactly.

Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge

Galaxy S25 Edge

The Samsung Galaxy S25 is a compact flagship packed with premium features, including a vibrant 6.2-inch AMOLED display, the powerful Snapdragon 8 Elite chip, and a versatile triple-lens camera system. It offers 12GB of RAM, up to 512GB of storage, and runs Android 15 with long-term update support. With a sleek, durable design, IP68 water resistance, and fast charging options, it’s built for both performance and style – all in a pocket-friendly size.

pre-order from £1,099 at samsung

Green Apple White Claw

Green Apple WHITE CLAW®

White Claw Green Apple is crisp, light, and made for sharing — just 95 kcals and 4.5% ABV per can. Whether you’re at the pub or a festival, it’s your go-to for cool, effortless refreshment. Born from the wave, loved across the UK.

Buy Now for £25 (was £27.60) at amazon

Bold Link Chain Bracelet in Gold from Astrid & Miyu

Bold Link Chain Bracelet in Gold

Stack it loud, stack it proud. The Bold Link Chain Bracelet in Gold is your go-to for instant wrist impact. Wear it solo for sleek shine or personalise it with Talisman Charms to tell your own story.

Buy Now for £50 at astrid & miyu

Tumbler in Pistachio from Nespresso

Tumbler – Pistachio

The Nespresso Travel Tumbler is a sleek, designer cup made for iced coffee lovers – stylish, spill-proof, and perfect for sipping on the go.

Buy Now for £19 at nespresso

Pointelle Baby T-shirt in Classic Red from Adanola

Pointelle Baby T-shirt in Classic Red

Easy days and balmy nights call for comfort that doesn’t compromise on style. Enter the Pointelle Baby T-Shirt – soft, breathable, and made for lounging. With its airy fabric, high neckline and short sleeves, it’s the kind of nightwear you’ll want to wear well past bedtime.

Buy Now for £34 at adanola

Freshwater Pearl And Evil Eye Bead Necklace from Peachy & Wild

Pink Chalcedony Personalised Message Bead Bracelet

Pearls, but make them playful. This handmade necklace mixes baroque freshwater pearls with cheeky smiley faces and protective evil eye beads – a joyful twist on tradition. Whether it’s for you or your favourite person, good vibes come guaranteed.

Buy Now for £15 at peachy & wild from not on the high street

Method All Purpose Cleaner, Limited edition Concentrated Surface Cleaner Deep House

Method All Purpose Cleaner, Limited edition Concentrated Surface Cleaner Deep House

Cleaning just got a remix. Method’s new Deep House Clean multi-surface spray is here to turn your chores into a dancefloor moment. Infused with a limited-edition oud, saffron, and plum fragrance, it’s inspired by the deep house beats we all secretly clean to. Bonus: scan the pack to unlock curated playlists by DJ Sarah Story. It’s grime-fighting, mood-lifting, and totally cruelty-free. Spray, wipe, groove – repeat.

Buy Now for £4 at amazon

Beauty of Joseon Daily Tinted Fluid Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF30 PA +++

Beauty of Joseon Daily Tinted Fluid Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF30 PA +++

Skincare meets sun care in this weightless tinted SPF 30. With 12 adaptable shades, it blends like a dream while giving your skin that natural, lit-from-within glow. Protection never looked so good.

Buy Now for £15.30 (was £17) at boots

Orebella Salted Muse Eau de Parfum 50ml

Orebella Salted Muse Eau de Parfum 50ml

Orebella Salted Muse Eau de Parfum is a fresh, genderless fragrance from Bella Hadid’s debut line. It blends sea salt, pink pepper, olive, lavender, and amber for a breezy, Mediterranean-inspired scent. Alcohol-free and oil-based, it’s designed to be gentle on skin, long-lasting, and vegan-friendly – perfect for those who want a clean, skin-loving perfume with a unique, subtle twist.

Buy Now for £67 at selfridges

Poppy Delevingne Navy Tie Neck Alexa Bodysuit Top from Nobody's Child

Poppy Delevingne Navy Tie Neck Alexa Bodysuit Top

Featuring a halter neck and ribbon tie, we think the Poppy Delevingne Navy Tie Neck Alexa Bodysuit Top would look fantastic worn with white palazzo jeans or a navy midi skirt for an easy, comfortable but stylish outfit that’s perfect for summer.

Buy Now for £59 at nobody’s child

AirRAM Platinum Anti Hair Wrap Cordless Vacuum & Speed Cleaning Kit

AirRAM Platinum Anti Hair Wrap Cordless Vacuum & Speed Cleaning Kit

The Gtech upgraded, award-winning cordless vacuum now features Anti Hair Wrap Technology and innovative Forward Inertia Drive, whilst delivering up to one hour of runtime.

Buy Now for £269.99 (was £369.99) with code: kr27 at gtech

Grind Caramel Cold Brew Coffee Concentrate

Caramel Cold Brew Coffee Concentrate

Cold brew, but make it caramel. Slow-steeped for hours, ready in seconds—this espresso-strength concentrate blends 100% Arabica beans with rich caramel notes for a smooth, barista-level base. Just add milk, shake up an espresso martini, or pour it over ice. No fuss, no fluff – just eight café-worthy coffees in one tiny carton.

Buy soon for £6 at grind

Pot of Naturium The Glow Getter Multi-Oil Body Butter

Naturium The Glow Getter Multi-Oil Body Butter

This ultra-nourishing body butter is formulated with a blend of safflower seed oil, coconut oil and shea butter for deep hydration and a natural, healthy sheen. It melts into skin, leaving a smooth, luminous finish that lasts and it has the most delicious, subtle vanilla and coconut scent.

Buy Now for £22 at space nk

Markus Rigid Barrel Leg Jeans from Align

Markus Rigid Barrel Leg Jeans

These relaxed barrel-leg jeans feature seams at the knee for added curve, are made from heavier weight denim than the mid-blue Markus jeans to hold their shape, and have a mid-rise with button and zip fastening, along with side and back patch pockets.

Buy Now for £99 at aligne

Disney Stitch Scrub Daddy

Disney Stitch Scrub Daddy

The Disney Stitch Scrub Daddy is a limited-edition cleaning sponge shaped like Stitch from Lilo & Stitch. It features Scrub Daddy’s signature FlexTexture® material that changes firmness with water temperature, is scratch-free, odour-resistant, and safe for all surfaces. It’s both a fun collectible and a practical cleaning tool – perfect for Disney fans.

Buy Now for £3.49 at scrub daddy

With Love from Como from Jo Loves

With Love from Como

After the sun-soaked success of With Love From Positano, Jo returns with a new scent story: With Love From Como. Inspired by dreamy days at Villa D’Este on Lake Como, this fragrance captures the essence of Italian summer – zesty citrus, aromatic basil, and that unmistakable lakeside breeze.

Buy Now for £135 at jo loves

Vit C Brightening Cleansing Pads from Rodial

Vit C Brightening Cleansing Pads

Formulated with vitamin C, as well as fruit AHAs and salicylic acid, which combine to exfoliate the skin, moisturise, tone the pores and brighten the skin. The pads are infused with the potent blend of skin-loving ingredients, which you sweep on cleansed skin morning and night. Suitable for all skin types.

BUY NOW FOR £49 at rodial

The Body Building Discovery Collection from Philip Kingsley

The Body Building Discovery Collection

Boost your hair and confidence with Body Building, the volumising routine crafted by Trichologists and adored by users. These lightweight formulas provide natural, touchable volume, root lift, and a healthy shine, taking your hair to new heights.

Buy Now for £26 (was £44) – save 41% at philip kingsley

So many gorgeous goodies, right!

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