Welcome to this week's curated lifestyle edit, where we cut through the noise to spotlight the recent purchases and indulgent luxuries that have genuinely enhanced daily life. As a journalist who tests – and buys – a frankly alarming number of products, making this list means an item has truly impressed, simplified a routine, or sparked unexpected joy.
Home Fragrance & Wellness Finds
Transforming a mundane chore into a sensory delight, DedCool's laundry detergent in Mochi Milk has become an obsession. Priced at $35, it's a premium step up from standard supermarket brands, but for good reason. The scent is a sophisticated, subtle blend of vanilla bean and sweet rice milk that lingers deliciously on fabrics without being overpowering. For those wanting a smaller commitment, the brand's dryer sheets are available for just $12.
On the wellness front, incorporating extra resistance into a workout has never been easier. The 1lb Sunny Adjustable Wrist Weights, costing $27.99, are versatile wearable weights perfect for home exercise programmes like SotoMethod. This week, they even proved their worth during a long, brisk holiday walk in the park, adding an effective extra layer to casual activity.
Beauty, Fashion & Tech Standouts
The love for warm, vanilla-centric scents continues in the bathroom with the Cyklar Sensorial Body Wash in Sacred Santal. This oil-infused wash, at $35 for a generous 16.5 fl oz bottle, combines sweet vanilla with a light, sexy musk. It leaves skin supremely soft and carries a cosy, long-lasting fragrance ideal for winter, all housed in a chic bottle worthy of display.
As temperatures plummet, fashion meets function with the Susanna Chow Dawson Suede Gloves from Revolve. These brown suede gloves, priced at $225, offer superior warmth and a touch of elegance, elevated by a playful brown fur trim around the wrists. They have become a non-essential winter staple.
For tech protection with a bold style statement, the Velvet Caviar iPhone case in the Sweet Cherry print is a winner. At $40, this durable, bumper-edged case in a vibrant pink and red cherry design has attracted numerous compliments while providing serious drop protection for accident-prone phones.
Travel Essentials & A Transport Splurge
With the hectic holiday travel season in full swing, organisation is key. The Mark & Graham X Jennifer Lake packing cube set, at $99, is a lifesaver. Featuring a classy blue and white scallop print with optional monogramming, the set includes multiple cube sizes, a shoe bag, and a pouch for hair tools, ensuring a tidy suitcase for years to come.
The ultimate splurge that has justified its price tag is the G11PRO Electric Scooter from Ride 5th Wheel
