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The 10 Best men's watches

Mon, 28 May 2012 00:00:01 +0100

1. Luminox

£270, mrporter.com

These Swiss-made watches have an easy-to-read display in low light. With black leather strap and orange numbers it is now the official watch of the Navy Seals.

The 50 Best luggage

Fri, 25 May 2012 21:00:19 +0100

Rimowa

selfridges.com, £355

Rimowa is a luggage brand with more than a century's experience under its belt. Its new Salsa Air Multi-wheel cabin trolley is its lightest-ever case. Multi-directional wheels make it easy to manoeuvre and a combination lock makes it a secure option.

The 10 Best umbrellas

Mon, 21 May 2012 00:00:01 +0100

1. Team GB

£14.99, johnlewis.com

You'd be optimistic to turn up to the Games without some kind of protection from the elements. This Team GB golfing umbrella will shelter the Olympians this summer.

The 10 Best men's T-shirts

Mon, 14 May 2012 00:00:01 +0100

1. Multicolour stripe

£75, Levi's Vintage Clothing, mrporter.com

Will look great with a pair of the brand's famous blue jeans. The coral neckline is nice and will bring colour to the face.

The 10 Best high-street sunglasses

Mon, 07 May 2012 00:00:01 +0100

1. Urban Outfitters
£18, urbanoutfitters.co.uk

Supersized lenses and a delicate frame ensure that the Harry Potter and John Lennon references won't fly. The sepia tint makes everything pleasingly lo-fi too.

The 10 Best High-street handbags

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 00:00:01 +0100

1. Two-tone orange and pink

£19.99, newlook.co.uk

Wear this block-coloured bag as a shopper when full, or make use of the shoulder strap to create a satchel shape. The block pink gives this classic bag a modern edge.

The 10 Best children's pyjamas

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 00:00:01 +0100

1. Next

£17 ,next.co.uk

Get into the spirit of the Olympics with this two-pack set from Next, featuring mix and match grey and navy shorts and tops with Union Jack design.

The 10 Best Men's raincoats

Mon, 23 Apr 2012 00:00:01 +0100

1. Hentsch Man

£440, hentschman.com

Here's a label that provides stylish wardrobe basics for the fashion-savvy gent. The navy anorak is rubber coated but lightweight, making it ideal for urban living.

The 50 Best womenswear

Fri, 20 Apr 2012 15:05:53 +0100

1. Opening Ceremony

The contrasting tie on these honeycomb sandals makes them great for creating the illusion of longer legs. Quirky yet wearable, they look brilliant with cut-off shorts or jeans.

Where: brownsfashion.com

How much: £325

The 10 Best Designer sunglasses

Mon, 16 Apr 2012 00:00:01 +0100

1. Yves Saint Laurent

£225, net-a-porter.com

Round frames aren't for everyone, thanks in part to the hippy connotations. This acetate pair is futuristic in styling though, so perfect for forward-thinkers.

The 50 Best menswear

Fri, 13 Apr 2012 21:00:17 +0100

1. Burberry Prorsum

Ikat print – perhaps one of the oldest forms of textile decoration – is as beautiful as it is bold, but it takes a confident man to carry off these trousers. Wear with a grey or white T-shirt.

Where: mrporter.com

How much: £575

The 10 Best Men's bags

Mon, 09 Apr 2012 00:00:01 +0100

1. Marc by marc jacobs

£85, Selfridges.com

This cobalt-blue rucksack is waterproof and lightweight, has a handy inside pocket and folds easily to pack away.

The 10 Best Sandals

Mon, 02 Apr 2012 00:00:01 +0100

1. ASOS

£32, asos.com

Get the global-traveller look that is sweeping the catwalks just now, with these flat, red leather sandals embellished with a chunky orangetop-stitch detail.

The 10 Best Spring knits

Mon, 19 Mar 2012 00:00:01 +0000

1. Jil Sander

The 50 Best jewellery

Fri, 16 Mar 2012 21:00:42 +0000

1. Mawi

London-based label Mawi's clientele include politician's wives and fashion editors. These rose gold-plated stud spike earrings with sapphire gems will earn you style points.

Where: mawi.co.uk
How much: £125

The 10 Best Mother's Day gifts

Tue, 13 Mar 2012 00:00:01 +0000

1. The Milestone Hotel afternoon tea

£31.50, milestonehotel.com

This splendid London hotel, opposite Kensington Park, is highly recommended by the Tea Guild.

The Ten Best Floral beauty buys

Mon, 12 Mar 2012 00:00:01 +0000

1. Rose Body Moisturiser

£24.95, Dr Hauscka, drhauschka.co.uk

Pleasantly subtle, with natural rose essential oil, petal extracts plus shea butter and jojoba. Light and cool and easily absorbed.

The 10 Best Styling tools

Mon, 05 Mar 2012 00:00:01 +0000

1. Parlux 3200 hairdryer

£59.95, parlux.co.uk

Powerful yet not too heavy, these professional favourites are expensive but will stand the test of time. And now they have the option of being fitted with a silencer.

The 50 Best affordable fashion

Fri, 02 Mar 2012 21:00:20 +0000

1. Topman

The 10 Best Men's shirts

Mon, 27 Feb 2012 00:00:01 +0000

1. Marks & Spencer

£25, marksandspencer.com

If floral prints are too busy, then a 1960s geometric print is a welcome alternative. This would look great contrasted with bright trousers.

The Ten Best Designer handbags

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 00:00:01 +0000

1. Céline

£2,241, harveynichols.com

This “case” bag is just as chic and understated as might be expected, although Céline's simplicity comes at a price. Don't be surprised if you have to join a waiting list for this one.