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The Best Anniversary Gifts: Five Luxury Picks That Last

Five luxury anniversary gifts that earn their keep, from a Cartier Love bracelet to an Hermès silk carré — plus how to choose and personalise.

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Best Bike Shorts: 5 Pairs Worth Wearing Off the Bike

The best bike shorts for wearing off the bike, from buttery everyday pairs to polished knit styles, with fit, rise and styling advice.

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Best Brand Sunglasses: 5 Picks Worth the Money

From the Ray-Ban Wayfarer to Persol, Tom Ford and Oakley, we compare five brand sunglasses on fit, lens quality and styling to help you choose.

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Best Brand Watches for Women: Five Picks Worth Your Wrist

From the Rolex Lady-Datejust to the Cartier Tank Française, here are five women's watches that balance design, wearability and long-term appeal.

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Best Branded Watches for Men: 5 Picks Worth the Money

Five branded watches for men worth the money, from a Tudor all-rounder to a Rolex that holds value — plus what to check before you buy.

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The Best Designer Handbags: Five Icons Worth Buying

Five designer handbags worth the money — Hermès, Chanel, Louis Vuitton, Loewe and Bottega Veneta compared on craft, wear and everyday use.

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Best Engagement Gifts: 5 Luxury Picks Worth Giving

From engraved jewellery to crystal flutes, five engagement gifts that feel considered — plus how to choose, what to spend and the etiquette to know.

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Best fleece jackets for layering, walks and everyday wear

A practical guide to the best fleece jackets for UK walks, layering and everyday wear, from smart sweater-knit styles to warm hooded technical fleeces.

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Best Friends Necklaces: 5 Picks Worth Buying Twice

From Tiffany's heart tag to split-heart designs made to be divided, these are the best friends necklaces worth buying twice — and how to pick one.

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Best Gifts for Expecting Mums: 5 Thoughtful Picks She'll Use

Our pick of the best gifts for expecting mums, from a cashmere throw to a pregnancy pillow, plus how to choose something she'll actually use.

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Best Gifts for Teens: 5 Presents They'll Actually Use

Five gifts teenagers genuinely use, from an instant camera to everyday trainers — plus how to choose, what to spend and what to skip.

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Best Secret Santa Gifts: 5 Picks Everyone Will Want

Five crowd-pleasing Secret Santa gifts, from a Diptyque candle to a Coach card holder, plus how to choose by budget, taste and group rules.