W&H shopping edit: What to buy in May

1. Chanel Les Beiges Oversize Healthy Glow Sun Kissed Powder

RRP: £66 

Size isn't everything, but when it comes to this giant, almost unreasonably beautiful new bronzer by Chanel, we'd argue that it is just that—everything. 

As well as pleasingly generous proportions, this pressed powder fits seamlessly into Chanel's Les Beiges cannon, offering expensive-looking, subtle bronzing in three tones to suit all skins. It's not sparkly, has an ultra-fine texture that blends out beautifully, and will make your friends coo with approval. Oh, and did we mention it's absolutely enormous? It really is huge. 

2. Supergoop! (Re)Setting 100% Mineral Powder SPF30 PA+++ 

RRP: £28

It's a no-brainer to slap on a bit of facial sunscreen on a sunny May morning. What's less of a clear-cut case is what to do by lunchtime, when you know you should reapply but don't really fancy smearing greasy cream over your carefully applied makeup. 

Here is an excellent solution. A loose soft-focus powder that also offers broad spectrum UVA/UBV protection with a built-in brush. Keep it in your bag, tap the end and buff on translucent mineral-based particles. It'll act as an oil-absorbing setting powder as well as sun protection, which is just so clever and easy you wonder why nobody thought of it before. 

3. SKIN + ME DAILY DOSER

RRP: £24.99 monthly

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4. Acqua di Parma x Forte_Forte Mirto di Panarea limited-edition eau de toilette 100ml

RRP: £124

Have you been watching Stanley Tucci eating his way around Italy on the BBC iPlayer? (if not, do! Have a glass of Chianti and some traditional Italian dishes ready) Or have you just generally been dreaming of a perfect Meditteranean getaway? If so, this gorgeous limited-edition fragrance will bring a taste of la dolce vita to your dressing table.

Part of a collaboration between the iconic fine perfumers and a Veneto-founded, family-owned fashion house, this splashy limited-edition bottle contains ADP's timeless bergamot, basil, and sea-breezy scent. It smells as good as it looks and is a long lasting perfume. The 100ml size means it'll last for ages and we defy anyone to spritz it without smiling (or looking up villas in Sicily) Prego! 

5. NEW ESPA Tri-Active Resilience Rest and Recovery Night Balm

RRP: £63

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A brand new product from best-selling brand ESPA, this night balm replenishes and fortifies skin whilst you sleep, leaving you with healthy, glowing skin in the morning.

To put their new product through its paces, ESPA had 120 people test the night balm over 4 weeks, and the results were overwhelmingly positive - with 90% of people agreeing their skin looked more luminous and healthy after 4 weeks and 88% saying upon waking their dull and tired skin looked refreshed.

1. Belted Midi Shirt Dress

RRP: £89

A midi shirt dress is the perfect transitional piece - layer up on colder days or pair with sandals and bare legs on warmer spring weekends.

We love the bright pop of colour provided by this piece, after all, dopamine dressing is one of the top fashion trends this year and anything that looks this good must feel good to wear too.

2. Slim-Fit Crop Denim Jacket

RRP: £195

Yes we're looking ahead to summer, but we still need to be prepared for those late spring temperatures and cooler (or cold) evenings that arrive after even the sunniest days in May. 

Me+Em's latest collection for May includes this versatile and stylish Slim-Fit Crop Denim Jacket made from 100% organic cotton. Pair with trousers, wear over a dress, add to a jumpsuit ensemble - it's a go-to spring layer. 

3. Zimmermann Anneke cuffed linen shorts

RRP: £375

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A great pair of linen shorts should be a summer capsule wardrobe staple for anyone who loves smart/casual dressing.

Perfect for dressing up or down depending on the occasion, these white shorts would look just as good with a pair of summer sandals on the beach as they would worn with one of your best shirts and heels out for dinner with girls. 

4. SUPERGA 2750 COTU CLASSIC

RRP: £57

No spring/summer wardrobe is complete without a pair of the best white trainers.

Our fashion team (and the Duchess of Cambridge) rate Superga as one of the best casual trainer brands out there at the moment, and this affordable pair features a cushioned footbed for added comfort if wearing them all day.

5. Pure Linen Oversized Shirt

RRP: £29.50

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Worn with shorts or loose trousers for a relaxed summer look, or thrown on as a beach cover up over your bikini, and oversized shirt is this summer's must-have piece.

Plus, as there as so many ways to style an oversized shirt this will soon become one of the most versatile and easy-to-wear options in your wardrobe. Luckily it comes in five different colours so you can stock up for every day of the week.

6. Soma Cross-Back Dress With Built-In Bra

RRP: £70

Dresses with built-in bras are a lifesaver in the summer when pretty strappy dresses don't quite lend themselves for use with your existing bra collection.

This dress can be worn to both casual events and summer weddings, providing an easy outfit solution. Fashion Editor approved!

7. 2 Pack Tummy Control Padded Swimsuits

RRP: £55

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Whether you're looking for the best plus size swimwear for the summer or just want a bathing suit that you can feel comfortable in, M&S have handy sets of swimsuits made from smoothing Tummy Control fabric with added stretch for a flattering finish.

We love that these swimsuits come in a 2 pack, with one block colour suit and one in a bright, summery pattern. It makes shopping and packing for holiday simple and means you don't have to splurge on the same swimsuit twice if you find that this is the style for you.

8. WUKA Perform™️ Swim Bikini Briefs

RRP: £21.99

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Designed as a a complete tampon and pad replacement for in the pool, in the sea or just hanging out on the beach, these new period bikini briefs are the latest launch from WUKA - the brand behind some of the comfiest period pants on the market at the moment.

The briefs hold up to 10ml of period flow - around 2 small tampons' worth - so are perfect for light days where you don't want to have to worry about carrying around tampons and changing them whilst out and about. The high leg cut means you either wear them as bikini briefs or under your swimsuit, whatever feels comfortable to you.

9. Ray-ban RB3447 phantos-frame sunglasses

RRP: £137

When it comes to sunglasses trends, Ray-bans never go out of style, and these phantos-frame sunglasses have been popular for years. 

Even better is Selfridges are currently a 50% off deal if you buy two pairs of sunglasses (opens in new tab) in store or online, meaning that you could get a pair of Ray-Bans for less than £70 if bought with another pair. 

1. Elephant Gin Miniature Tasting Set

RRP: £19.50

New for Spring 2022, the award-winning brand Elephant Gin (they've just picked up the accolade of 'Taste Master' at The Spirits Business’ Gin Masters Awards and have previously been awarded the 'world’s best gin') have launched a Miniature Tasting Set.

Perfect for those who are new to the brand or for a Father's Day gift, the illustrated mini set features a 50ml bottle each of Orange Cocoa Gin, Strength Gin, and London Dry Gin. Plus, for every miniature bottle sold, 15% of profits go directly to the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust who nurture orphaned elephants who have been found in the wild.

2. The ‘Street Party Crowd-Pleasers Case’ by The Wine Society

RRP: £99

As well as ensuring you have some brilliant Jubilee decorations up for the bank holiday weekend, it's also essential to have a good variety of wine if you're hosting a party. Enter The Wine Society, who never fail to offer wine of an exceptional standard in some of the best value cases and collections you will find anywhere - bar none. 

Ready for the Jubilee The Wine Society have released their ‘Street Party Crowd-Pleasers Case’, which includes 12 bottles for £99. Amazing value aside, you also get a fantastic selection of five different bottles of both white and red wine, alongside two rosés (these are our favourite of the bunch!) 

3. bottlegreen Lime & Mint Cordial

RRP: £3.75

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Add a splash of zing to your glass with this refreshing new cordial, which offers a perfect blend of zesty lime and crushed mint.

We love to enjoy ours with still or sparkling water for a truly refreshing thirst-quencher, or mixed into a summer cocktail.

4. Miller Harris Reed Diffusers

RRP: £65

A brand new launch for May from respected couture British fragrance house Miller Harris, the six new reed diffusers from the brand feature eco-friendly scents created with natural rattan reeds in stylish bottles that would go with any interior paint colour trends.

Each diffuser delivers a soft scent to embrace any mood and are ideal for creating the ideal environment to enhance daily life. Our favourites are Santal and Figue.

5. The Paper Palace by Miranda Cowley Heller

RRP: £7.37

Shortlisted for the Women's Prize for Fiction 2022 and Booker Prize last year, this epic and ambitious tale won the hearts of the judges and makes a fabulous holiday read.

One of the best books of 2022 this fictional tale brings together the lives of orphan Marian Graves and Hadley Baxter, the Hollywood star set to play her in a brand new biopic.

After vanishing without a trace when she was circumnavigating the globe, 1950s aviator Marian is surrounded by myth and rumor. But Hadley isn’t about to play her without trying to get to the bottom of what really happened all those decades before as she delves into the long-buried secrets of the pilot’s life. 

6. Gymshark Power High Rise Leggings

RRP: £45

Designed specifically for strength training, these leggings are part of Gymshark's latest Power release. Available in sleek black, cherry brown and bright turquoise, they have a high waistband with mesh on the inside for added security and breathability. 100% squat-proof, these leggings are ideal for perfecting any lift or lunge in the gym or at home. 

7. HOKA Women's Mach Supersonic 

RRP: £140

As the mornings get brighter, we're taking to the streets in these colorful Mach Supersonic trainers from HOKA. It's a limited release from the brand, known for its fail-safe approach to creating the best running shoes. 

Designed for racing but suitable for all kinds of runs, these have a low-key cushion bed to keep your foot closer to the ground, offering more stability.

8. DIRTEA Mushroom Cacao Super Blend

RRP: £39.99

With hot chocolate that tastes (and does) so good, we're not surprised that mushroom coffee is also one of the biggest coffee trends for 2022. DIRTEA's mushroom cacao blend might be an investment but it's a low-calorie alternative to traditional caffeine-free chocolate powder and it comes packed with raw Cacao, and 725mg of pure and potent Organic Reishi and Ashwagandha per serving.