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We can all breathe a collective sigh of relief knowing that the end of this working week, for many of us, not only means the beginning of the weekend and two days off to indulge in some much needed relaxation, but it also means that payday is here.
And with our banks looking a little healthier than they did last week, many of us using this time off from work to indulge in a little retail therapy from the comfort of our own home - no-one's idea of relaxation is traipsing around town on a busy Saturday, right?
Whether that's snapping up the latest skincare product or bagging something from the high-street that you've seen your favourite celebrity wearing. Or maybe you're after a bit of a wardrobe refresh ahead of the spring season.
If you're in need of some inspiration, at the end of every week The Mirror's Fashion and Beauty team scour the high street to find some of our top picks, new launches and must-have pieces. Here's everything we're eyeing up to quickly click 'checkout' this payday weekend.
Amanda Holden's wide leg trousers
Amanda looks 70s chic in this denim set from LK Bennett (noholdenback/Instagram)Amanda Holden looked like a 70s icon in a gorgeous denim-co-ord from LK Bennett earlier this week. Consisting of a denim waistcoat (£139) and pair of matching wide-leg trousers (£179), the BGT star finished off the spring-ready look with a tie-neck blouse - this one from John Lewis, £85, looks really similar - and a white pair of pointed heels and we are totally obsessed with this glam look.
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It's no surprise her Ami Organic Cotton Denim Waistcoat sold out pretty pronto but thankfully, there's still a load of sizes left in the Ami Organic Cotton Denim Wide-Leg Trousers which are gorgeously tailored and crafted with super soft cotton in an indigo hue. Sitting comfortable on the waist, the trousers offer a little bit of stretch and the wide cut has a lovely vintage feel that lends itself to a whole bunch of outfits, from tee-shirts to blouses, heels to trainers.
Available in sizes six to 20, the trousers are £179.
Get them here.
Frankie Bridge's yellow button up longline coat
This yellow coat is perfect for springNothing screams 'spring is coming' more than a bright pastel coloured duster coat - and this one from River Island in a gorgeous lemon coloured hue is the perfect coat to transition you from winter to spring. With side slip pockets, elegant notched lapels and long sleeves, this jacket is great for when you want to brighten up your outfit. Plus, thanks to its draped, long length, it lends itself well to being worn for work, a smart dinner or just a casual Sunday stroll.
Styled by Frankie Bridge in her latest 'Frankie's Faves' roundup, the Loose Women panellist described her love for grey and yellow together and said: "I've added a simply grey [knit] and a pale yellow coat. Yellow is the colour to add to your wardrobe this year, we're going to be seeing a lot of it! Grey and yellow are one of my fave combos right now." You heard it here first!
Coming in sizes six to 18, the coat costs £75.
Get it here.
Fearne Cotton's Black Cord Valentina Embroidered Mini Dress
This gorgeous dress from Fearne Cotton's Nobody's Child range is currently available for less (Nobody's Child)Fearne Cotton is one of TV's biggest style icons and every time she brings out a new collection, we - and fashion fans - swoon heavily, like we did when she released this Black Cord Valentina Embroidered Mini Dress. But what's even better is that this gorgeous dress, with a square neckline, subtle side slit in its black cord fabric that's finished with retro-inspired embroidery, has had its price slashed to just £29 from £65.
With only a few sizes left, snap it up at this price here while you still can.
CLOUD Low Loose Jeans from Arket
The colour and style of these jeans are so on trend at the moment (Arket)Wide jeans are big this season - and we are totally on board with this gorgeous, comfortable, relaxed look that's trending. They manage to make any outfit look both stylish and edgy, dependant on what you wear with them - such as these gorgeous Low Loose Jeans from Arket, £97.
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Made with cotton and lyocell, these non-stretch denim trousers have a low rise waist and loose leg, which shoppers praise for helping make their legs look slimmer, thanks to the materials "drape".
Coming in nine different colours, from blue through to ecru, this style of jean - which has been approved by the likes of fashion icons Rihanna and Hailey Bieber - are a must in your 2024 wardrobe.
Get them here.
One Handle Bag from Uniqlo
This shoulder bang comes in three gorgeous coloursI know we're all pretty obsessed with Uniqlo's crossbody bags - especially the brand's new spring colours and mini crochet bag - however, we've fallen in love with this one handle handbag from the brand that is 'deceptively roomy' and comes in three gorgeous colours - brown-taupe, off white and black - and is finished in a leather-look style. Hailed for being the "perfect size to hold phone, kindle, glasses" and more, shoppers state it feels way more expensive than the £25 they pay for it and have even returned to purchase it in all colours.
After hearing this, we, of course, want one for ourselves - especially seeing as it comes with an adjustable strap that means you can wear it as a shoulder bag or carry it in your hand.
Get it for £24.90 here.
Josie Gibson's Blue Abstract Print High Neck Long Sleeve Top
You may be surprised to learn that this gorgeous top worn by Josie Gibson on This Morning earlier this week is less than £13. Styled by the show's stylist Rachael Hughes, she paired with a pair of navy trousers from & Other Stories, and a pair of white pointed heels, with her gorgeous new copper tresses worn with face-framing curls.
The and boasts a flattering almost-turtleneck high neckline that’s ideal for keeping warm as the season's change and layering under different looks - like a waistcoat or jumper. Being a super versatile piece that works with both smart trousers and jeans, we can see this top - which is available in sizes six to 22 - flying off the shelves fast.
So get it here before it's out of stock!
M&S Floral Round Neck Midi Tea Dress
The midi length and lightweight fit of this dress makes it perfect for spring (Marks & Spencer)One garment everyone needs in their wardrobe, ready for spring, is a floral tea dress. This one from Marks & Spencer has had fashion fans flocking to the store to snap one up. The spring-staple comes in a multi-coloured floral pattern as well as a black-and-white polka dot and blue-and-white ditsy flower style, and is available in sizes six to 24, with lengths including petite, regular and long.
Costing £39.50, the 'swishy' dress is the ultimate transitional piece thanks to its midi length and 3/4 arms, making it perfect to wear under a thick coat and tights or a more breathable, summery outfit with a denim jacket and sandals when the weather warms up. Made from lightweight viscose, the dress is gorgeously flattering as it falls delicately, gliding over your torso and hips for a svelte silhouette. The high neck gives it an elegant edge that can easily be dressed up with a statement necklace and heels or down with a jumper and sneakers.
Get it here.
Lookfantastic's Mother's Day box
The Lookfantastic Mother's Day box includes epic brands like Bobbi Brown, Rituals and LANEIGE (Lookfantastic)Looking for a present for your mum this Mother's Day and want to treat her to something extra special? Lookfantastic's new Mother's Day beauty box costs £60 and contains eleven beauty products (five full size and six deluxe versions) that are sure to help create a relaxing sanctuary from the comfort of her own home.
With brands like Rituals, Bobbi Brown and Shiseido included, the box is worth over £200 and has even had the seal of approval from cleaning influencer and mother Mrs Hinch. With gorgeous products like the LANEIGE Lip Sleeping Mask and Floral Street Arizona Bloom Eau de Parfum inside too, it's no wonder it's selling fast.
To get one before they sell out, see here.
New Look Stone Check Revere Collar Belted Trench Coat
Bethan says she's called off the search for a Burberry jacket after finding this New Look numberThe trench coat is a timeless garment that seems to always be 'in vogue' and we can totally see why. It's silhouette is flattering, the finish is clean and elegant and it's a piece that always feels luxurious. But you don't have to go to Burberry and spend hundreds on a classic trench. Our fashion and beauty team found some gorgeous options in New Look for fraction of the price and writer Bethan Shufflebotham fell in love with the brand's £59.99 Stone Check Revere Collar Belted Trench Coat, which features a gingham pattern on the back and on the lapels.
Here's what she said about it: "The stone colour was exactly what I was looking for, as I definitely wanted that light, airy shade over a biscuty beige, but what I was particularly obsessed with was the . From the back it gives the jacket a vintage touch, which is carried through onto the revere collared neckline, which makes it feel really cohesive and well-designed."
She added: "The button front fastening allows for multiple styling options, whether I want to wear it open for a more relaxed look or buttoned up for a polished finish - there’s also an extra top button where you can fold up the lapels to hide the check, which is another versatile way to wear."
Get it for yourself here.
Medik8's Crystal Retinal serum
The Medik8 Retinal Serum has been called a 'miracle' by shoppers (Medik8)With our bank accounts looking a little healthier now payday has arrived, it gives us the perfect opportunity to splash out on the skincare we've been yearning after - such as this 'age-defying' night serum from Medik8, £66, that is enriched with vitamin A to increase your skin's firmness and hydration while minimising wrinkles and hyperpigmentation.
Containing key anti-ageing ingredients like retinaldehyde - which works up to 11 times faster than standard retinol - hyaluronic acid, vitamin E and glycerin, this product works through the night, after putting it on during your nighttime routine followed by moisturiser, to leave you waking up with radiant and youthful skin. Who wouldn't want that?
The Crystal Retinal serum has a ladder of five strengths to ease shoppers into the ingredient - one to 20 increasing in retinalehyde, from 0.01 - 0.2%. This particular serum on offer is for the strength six. For those with sensitive skin, it's recommended to start at one 0.01%. And for more acclimatised vitamin A users, number six is recommended to start with.
Get it here.
Leopard print porcelain cup from H&M
This chic mug is very on trend (H&M)We're delighted that the beautiful and bold leopard print is back in style. But why just restrict it to your wardrobe when you can have your kitchenware in the same sort of pattern? This mug is perfect gift for any of your friends who are a little bit obsessed with the gorgeous spotted design.
Created with a gold handle and rim, the procelain mug looks elegant and way more expensive than its £3.99 price tag, so much so it's received over 150 five star reviews. One of which says: "I really like these, they look expensive but very reasonably priced and even more of a bargain with my money off voucher! The gold handle gives them an elegant look. I much prefer to drink from a cup than a mug, but these are just the right size and shape."
Get it here.
Boux Avenue's new Teddy Borg lounge wear set
Can you think of a more snuggly outfit? (Boux Avenue)As we move into another rainy weekend, many of us are planning for a few days of complete R+R and that means lazing about in lounge-wear. But this payday why not treat yourself to some brand new sets? Boux Avenue has released a new lounge wear collection and while we want each and every set, such as this sweet cherry-adorned seamless bralette and knickers duo, in this chilly weather we can't think of anything better than snuggling down in a jumper and trousers that act are as cosy and soft as a blanket - like the brand's £55 seamed borg lounge set in ivory.
With an elasticated waistband (for max comfort) and a hooded jumper, it's been praised for being "very comfy and fits perfect" - plus it would "100%" make the "perfect gift".