From Charlotte Tilbury to Pandora – here’s 26 items a shopping expert is buying this weekend

That Pandora necklace is going straight in our basket. (Picture: Metro/Getty)

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And just like that, it’s a wrap on another glorious four-day week – and a properly sizzling one at that.

Yes, the UK has been basking in high-20s heat, which means long, golden evenings, impromptu park hangs, and squeezing in ‘just one more’ drink with friends before remembering it’s actually a school night.

Sleeping, however? A completely different saga. Shout out to the £12 fan I panic-bought six years ago during peak Covid chaos – it’s been working harder than the rest of us combined, and frankly deserves its own pay rise.
Still slightly dazed from a week of park and pub beverages (hydration? never heard of her), we’re gearing up for a weekend that looks suspiciously similar: sunshine, BBQs, picky teas that somehow turn into full feasts, and hours of top-tier DMCs with our favourite people.

But before we fully clock off and head back outside, I’ve got business to attend to – namely, rounding up the absolute hottest high street buys. Naturally.

Metro HQ has, once again, given me free rein to roam the shops (dangerous, I know), in search of the very best across fashion, beauty, home, garden – and all the bits in between that you didn’t know you needed until now.

And of course, it wouldn’t be complete without a little side serving of news. Not the doom-and-gloom kind – think savvy savings, chic new launches, and those delightfully random finds that just make life a bit more fun.

We’re so jealous of this room! (Picture: Metro/Lifted Entertainment/Boots)

Boots heading back to the Love Island villa as its official beauty partner, stocking it with more than 200 brands for the new series. From cult faves like Fenty and Sol de Janeiro to new names including P.Louise and Flower Knows, Islanders will have plenty to play with. Fans can shop the looks in real time via the Love Island app and a dedicated Boots hub. Basically, expect villa glam to be bigger (and more shoppable) than ever.

Finally! KAYALI has now launched bigger fragrance bottles! (Picture: Metro/KAYALI)

Continuing with the beauty news, KAYALI is expanding its viral Freedom Collection with new 50ml and 100ml perfume sizes, giving fans more of its signature musk scents to love. The line-up includes four fragrances – from floral and creamy to coffee-inspired – all designed to be layered and personalised. Founder Mona Kattan says the range is all about self-expression and ‘finding your light’ through scent. Safe to say, your signature fragrance just got an upgrade.

See you in the crowd? (Picture: Samantha Milligan)

For music fans, Priority from O2 is giving festival season a serious upgrade, with members in with a chance of winning tickets to some of the UK’s biggest events – worth up to £650. Think Love Supreme, On the Beach and Big Feastival, with huge names like Loyle Carner, Fatboy Slim and Bastille on the line-up. Winners can expect VIP perks, from fast-track entry to exclusive lounges (and yes, proper phone charging spots). All you need to do is head to the Priority app and try your luck.

What an event this will be! (Picture: Metro/BST)

BST Hyde Park is bringing back its darts championship after last year’s hit debut – and it’s set to be bigger than ever. Big names like Luke Humphries, Fallon Sherrock and Nathan Aspinall will take to the stage alongside celeb teammates including Joe Swash and AJ Odudu. Taking place on 8 July, the pro-am tournament lands right in the middle of the festival’s Open House series. If you fancy a front-row seat, tickets drop at the end of May.

We’re obsessed with our Oura ring! (Picture: Metro/Oura)

Oura has just dropped its smallest smart ring yet – and it’s basically a big upgrade in a tiny package. The new Oura Ring 5 is 40% smaller, but packs in even more advanced health tracking, including new women’s health insights and real-time activity features. Designed to be worn 24/7, it promises deeper, more personalised data without compromising on comfort. Consider it the next-gen wellness wearable everyone will be adding to their wishlist.

Phew! That’s one thing off our mind. (Picture: Metro/British Gas)

Finally, British Gas has launched a new ‘Fix & Fall’ tariff, letting customers lock in their energy prices for two years – while still benefiting if rates drop. If the price cap falls after 12 months, bills will automatically be reduced, offering the best of both worlds. It also comes with perks like half-price electricity on Sunday afternoons through PeakSave. With energy costs still a concern, the brand is also boosting support with grants, free home upgrades and boiler checks.

As for the hottest high street finds? Cards at the ready…

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