Marie Claire's edit of the best things to buy, browse, eat and book
Allow us to introduce: Hot List. Whether it's some much-needed pampering, a quick interiors update, a cool event to book tickets for or a wardrobe refresh, here's Marie Claire's edit of the best ways to indulge.
Here at Marie Claire HQ we're constantly seeking out secret sales, new brands, fun events, exclusive beauty treatments and cool coffee table books. We also love updating our home with a cool new piece of pottery, art or a delicious new candle.
We've rounded up all the coolest things to do, see, eat and buy this week. There are new store openings, new fashion brands, A-list collaborations, grooming updates and generally gorgeous and useful things to know so that your downtime is as stylish as you are.
This is your ultimate shopping list, so check in with us every week so you can hit the shops fully informed on what's new and cool each week. Click through to see our favourite picks...
In the news
Celebrity make up artist Lisa Eldridge recognised in New Year Honours list
Lisa Eldridge has been made a Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) for her contributions to the fashion and beauty industries, in King Charles's New Year Honours List.
The celebrity make up artist is among the world's most celebrated, with her star-studded client list including Keira Knightley, Emma Stone, Dua Lipa, Kate Winslet and Taylor Swift. And since launching Lisa Eldridge Beauty in 2018, the founder and CEO has gone from strength to strength.
“I go into 2025 with my heart full, as I am able to share the news that I have been honoured for my services to the fashion and beauty industries by His Majesty King Charles III, in his New Year Honours List," Eldridge explained following the news of her MBE.
"To have my work and contribution to fashion and beauty recognised so significantly, means more to me than I can put into words."
The best places to eat in London
Chinese Cricket Club
There’s nothing I love more than finding somewhere new and delicious to eat: even better, when I actually want to return. Sometimes hotel restaurants get a bad rep—this is not the case. Make sure you head to the Hyatt Regency London Blackfriars because there you’ll find the Chinese Cricket Club.
The dim sum menu is where they really shine: the golden fish gow dumplings burst with fresh flavours, while the har gau was nothing short of incredible. I’d happily return just to make my way through the entire dim sum menu. Another stand out was the creamy prawn curry which was full of fresh and zingy flavour (lemongrass, chilli, lime) and super plump king prawns. Delivered to the table in a smoke-filled cloche, the house speciality, smoky Peking duck, certainly lived up to its reputation.
The waiter recommended the wok-fried fillet of beef—apparently every table this evening has ordered one—and im really glad he did so. It’s an absolute must-try: cooked to perfection, tender, and just the right side of spicy.
It’s perfect for a lunchtime treat or an early evening meal. It was just the right side of busy on a weekday evening—I imagine it would be slightly more energetic at the weekend.
19 New Bridge St, London, Greater London EC4V 6DB
From 12th to 16th February, Harry’s restaurants will offer a special Valentine’s set menu, with three courses for £65. For £65 per person, couples will be welcomed into a world of culinary delight. The menu begins with sharing dishes, including Garlic and Rosemary Flatbread served with Harry’s olive oil, followed by an exquisite array of main courses, such as the Spaghetti Seafood, featuring prawns, squid, clams, mussels, tomatoes, garlic, chilli and parsley.
For the sweet finale, Harry’s Valentine’s Toadstool is the highlight of the evening, featuring white chocolate, raspberries, mascarpone mousse, iced vanilla parfait, and pistachio biscotti crunch.
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CABARET at the Kit Kat Club
Lose yourself in the pulse of the Kit Kat Club—the new cast makes for a truly unforgettable night
The last time I walked away from the theatre knowing I’d witnessed something spectacular was after seeing Rockets and Blue Lights at the National. It’s that sort of gut-prodding feeling that stays with you. That feeling—for different reasons—is exactly what I experienced after leaving Cabaret.
If you haven’t been to Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club yet then seriously, what are you doing? The Playhouse Theatre on London’s embankment has been transformed into the intimate, pulsating and dark Berlin nightclub and from the moment you step in, you’re part of the show—the whole place comes alive with a sort of anything-can-happen energy. Sitting at a table close to the stage is a must—these seats practically pull you in, making you feel like a Kit Kat Club regular.
The current cast is incredible: Katherine Langford’s raw and powerful voice brings a fresh sense of vulnerability to Sally Bowles. But, for me, it’s the Emcee who steals the show. Adam Gillen’s devilish character leads the audience through the story with wit, charm and menace. Langford, Gillen, alongside a brilliant cast of performers and tasteful staging, elevates Cabaret into a fully emotionally charged must-see experience.
Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club, Northumberland Ave, London WC2N 5DE: Book tickets now
This week we're shopping:
The Camilla and Marc campaign is giving us some serious inspiration for SS25 dressing. Lensed by Davit Giorgadze, the campaign shot in Paris features Mariacarla Boscono as the protagonist armed with a killer wardrobe. Think loose structured monochrome tailoring—the sort of outwear that’s transcends feeling trends and will last in your wardrobe forever—alongside neatly proportioned separates and covetable accessories.
The collection is available for preview now so you can start your shopping list—and start dropping hints.
In this limited edition collaboration, the Original Cabin Bronze gets the Rick Owens treatment. Suitably raw, deliciously dark and daringly individual—the ultimate partnership, the Rimowa and Rick is a match made in fashion heaven.
Loafers really are the footwear choice for fashion lovers this Winter—and they’ll take your straight through transitional months into Spring. This iteration, the F Buckle loafer by way of Ferragamo, are the perfect way to elevate your off-duty looks plus work just as well heading to the office.
Magpie alert, this one is for you. Ariana Grande has teamed up with Swarovski to create a limited-edition capsule collection. Expect dazzling gems: statement pieces in princess-like and otherworldly shapes. Just adding one piece to your outfit will be enough to make a statement but if more-is-more is your cachet, then by all means, throw it all on and live your best princess life.
Silhouette is making strides in sustainability and has launched a new collection created using SPX Green+ a bio-circular material. The brand has enlisted none other than Arizona Muse, the model global sustainability advocate and long-time friend of Marie Claire, to front the campaign. The collection features 8 timeless styles that are universally flattering.
If you’re in the city this weekend, you’ve got to check out the new Abercrombie & Fitch stores: one in Oxford Street and the other in Covent Garden. Expect an elevated shopping experience, with a private mezzanine lounge that can be booked for a celeb-like personalised shopping moment.
Featuring supermodel Abby Champion, this campaign sees the re-imagining of the brand's signature denim, presenting a range of effortless denim with stylish proportions and new washes.
Berlin-based footwear and accessories house Aeyde has partnered with Harrods for an exclusive in-store pop-up, located in the iconic Shoe Heaven department. It showcases standout designs from the Pre-Spring ‘25 collection, including the refined Danielle mules, Nova pumps, Tara slingbacks, and signature flats and boots.
Rendered in an elegant palette of port, crackled gold, black, and silver, each piece highlights Aeyde’s commitment to creating timeless yet modern designs that seamlessly transition from day to night.
Brigette Romanek, the acclaimed AD100 interior designer to stars like Beyoncé, has teamed up with Our Place create a limited-edition cookware collection in a gorgeous espresso hue. Stylish and practical.
Looking for a unique experience this Valentine's Day? Italian fragrance brand, Torti, is offering consultations with their expert 'nose' Nina Briazu, to assist in finding your personal scent based on your individual essence. Perfect for those looking to start the New Year with a bold yet sophisticated scent.
Consultations are available at 57 Brewer Street, London.
The Tenth Wellness has launched of London’s first luxury postpartum wellness retreat. Grounded in the traditional principles rest, recovery and support for the mother following birth, it is led by a curated group of London doctors, experts and practitioners, The Tenth will strive to create the ultimate in reassuring and thoughtful luxury, easing women into motherhood more gently.
It is housed within the prestigious Mandarin Oriental Hotel, Hyde Park, London, providing an all-inclusive luxury experience that prioritises the health and well-being of both mother and baby following birth.
Finally, a chic and minimal laptop bag that fits all your work essentials without breaking your back.
The two iconic labels have collaborated on a limited edition collection combining RIXO’s signature prints with Stripe & Stare's luxurious soft and sustainable fabrics.
The HOKA Run Corner shop, celebrating the launch of the iconic Bondi 9, is a consumer-first immersive space: a convenience store stocking all the running essentials needed for the new year training period.
Located on Bethnal Green Road, it holds a working ATM which produces 'HOKENs' for customers to purchase their essentials, ranging from scratchcards to snacks.
Entitled ‘Love Letters’, this unique campaign champions with model Lauren Wasser celebrates self-love in the purest form.
Love Letters shares Lauren’s journey from losing both legs to menstrual toxic shock syndrome (mTSS) in 2012 to appreciating, and ultimately loving her body. It is an invitation for the Bluebella audience to love themselves.
“This campaign is about owning yourself, something I feel that I really embody. I think that's what makes us all unique and special in our own way. It’s important to embrace who you are, and everything that you've gone through, this is part of life’s journey which helps create and craft the person that you are right now,” Lauren says.
Fans of rose fragrance, rejoice! This one is for you. An exquisite imagining of rose: Rose Exposed is a complex blend of white pepper, leather and of course, rose, but not just any rose. This is a presentation of an exclusive rose-on-rose co-distillation note of rose absolute and rose water extract, which means you get a well rounded scent and the flower in its entirety—from wet bud to freshly picked and highly perfumed petals. Yes, that’s a lot of perfume speak, but essentially, it smells really bloody good and you’ll want to wear it time and time again.
The start of the new year is always a good time to have a bit of a self reflective moment. We were recently introduced to LSW London, a wellbeing company that creates products to help you live—in their own words—your “most calm, balances and fulfilling life”. Founded by Lili Sinclair-Williams, a therapist, LSW London incorporates therapy techniques and tools to help do just that. We’re loving the Wellbeing Bundle, which contains a guided notebook that allows you to capture your thoughts and intentions daily, plus a handy deck of Mind Cards, which encourages a moment of space to with motivation. We love this idea.
We’re toasting the beginning of a new year with this rather divine bottle of bubbly. Apanage, by way of Pommery, is full bodied and absolutely sings on the palette—thanks to the fine and delicate bubbles—with buttery notes of nectarine. A real treat.
Meet Unstoppable, the premium offering from Under Armour. Designed to transition seamlessly between workouts and daily life. Expect sleek and versatile styles in some seriously cool colours. We’ve into it.
Aromaria has taken home fragrance to a new level by creating luxury modern solutions for scenting your home. From candles to room spray and incense to perfume sticks, they have it all. And, it smells great and looks chic too. As an aside, the brand has opened a new store on London’s Regent Street, and I’d implore you to have a stroll through. With lots to choose from, it can be quite daunting, but the Christmas collection containing 9 room sprays, 6 mini incense sticks, a ceramic diffuser and mini candle is a good place to start.
Dear France has just dropped its Pre-Spring 25 collection and, just to warn you, our shopping list is long. But, if we had to pick just one pair, we’re a bit obsessed with the Balla Bootie in black mesh. They would work with pretty much everything in your wardrobe and look super comfy too.
Do yourself a favour immersive yourself into Muihood’s Mugwort bath soak. It’s formulated to boost circulation, support menstrual relief plus is great for relaxting aching bodies and tired minds.
Kylie Jenner recently posed for a snap carrying the MD Kensington bag by way of Kurt Geiger. Naturally, we want it now too. It's a show-stopping piece from the high-street that has the power to instantly elevate any outfit.
What’s that I hear? You’re off skiing in the New Year and haven’t sorted your outfits? Well, luckily for you, we’ve spotted some of the finest skiwear out there, and it’s courtesy of GUESS. To celebrate the launch of the Winter Ski Capsule collection (and the second edition of the GUESS Winter Prooject), the brand hosted a first-of-a-kind, runway at 3,000 meters! But, back to the collection. It’s full of fashion-forward pieces that are practical but look good too.
