9 must-have items our fashion and beauty team are coveting

We are officially ready for cheerful spring sunshine and relaxing beach holidays. As the weather begins to heat up, the minds of our beauty and fashion team are turning to spring/summer fashion and beauty buys.

In this week’s edition of the Weekend Wishlist, our shopping team has their eyes on plenty of goodies, including TirTir’s viral Mask Fit Red Cushion Foundation, which promises a skin-like finish and 72-hour wear. Other top picks include a floaty, long-sleeved holiday dress on sale at White Stuff. The striking teal dress has long sleeves and a long, flowy skirt, which makes it breathable and comfortable on hot days.

We’ve also fallen in love with a beautiful butter yellow bag Damson Madder, that just creams summertime. From makeup must-haves to spring-ready fashion, here is everything we’re adding to our shopping carts immediately.

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Tiffany’s picks:

Tirtir cushion foundation

The Korean Beauty wave is not stopping in 2025 and this TirTir Mask Fit Cushion Foundation has taken the internet by storm. With its bold claim to deliver up to 72 hours of flawless, fade-resistant coverage, I took a plunge to test it out.

I spent a good few years testing different cushion foundations from IOPE (the one that really kick started the cushion foundation trend) to the premium Dior cushion foundation in a leather case. It is fair to say cushion foundation leaves an airy, lightweight complexion that is closest to flawless second skin and TirTir certainly ticks all these boxes.

The palm-sized, pill-shaped TirTir makeup is designed to conceal imperfections and even skin tone while keeping your skin nourished and comfortable all day. And it comes in two sizes – a full-sized 18g retails at £22 at Debenhams or a mini 4.5g which is priced at £14. Within one dab, it sounded crazy to say but it blurred my pores instantly and smoothen the skin texture in the best possible way.

There is no issue of oxidation while wearing the foundation for a day, a light touch-up is all you need if you get rained on or sweat throughout the day.

Get TirTir Cushion Foundation here

BioEffect Special Edition

Icelandic skincare brand BioEffect is launching a four-piece special edition to celebrate 15 years of their award-winning EGF serum on March 27. The EGF Special Edition includes a 30ml serum, eye serum, essence and hydrating cream – an ultimate age-defying routine if you want to improve skin condition and promote a firmer and plumper-looking complexion.

A 30ml EGF Serum costs £229 but at the same price, you will be able to get three more items in the EGF Special Edition. Shoppers can also get this EGF Firming Favourites at Fenwick for £152.10, which boasts a 15ml EGF Serum and 6ml EGF Eye Serum, as well as an Imprinting Eye Mask. The serum is loved by Hollywood star Demi Moore and growth factors are responsible for maintaining density and a healthy appearance. It encourages the production of collagen, elastin and hyaluronic acid.

Try EGF serum here

Monpure Ceramide Complex Bond Repair Shampoo & Conditioner

Over-styling, excess heat and chemical treatment have become common causes of hair damage for us, leaving our hair with dryness, breakage and lack of lustre. Scalp and hair health leader Monpure has launched the new Ceramide Complex Bond Repair Shampoo and Conditioner to restore and strengthen damaged hair from the very first use.

Powered by hair-identical ceramides and amino acids, the shampoo, £42, restores strength, locks in moisture, and seals the cuticle for smoother, shinier, and healthier hair. On the other hand, the cream-like conditioner, £42, is infused with silk proteins, amino acids, and argan oil, which works to repair bonds and boost shine, leaving hair softer, stronger, and more resilient.

I could definitely tell the difference between this and a supermarket shampoo, my bleached hair did not tangle up in a hair ball during shampoo and the conditioner was a bliss to use. One thing that I worry is that I might end up finishing the bottle very quickly as my hair has grown to waist length and they are quite expensive for a 250ml bottle. I might stick to a two washes per week regime with the Monpure powerhouse duo.

Get Monpure Ceramide Complex Bond Repair Duo here

Boux Avenue Super Push Up Bra

Dubbed as a “boob job in a bra”, the Boux Avenue Super Push Up Bra has gone viral on TikTok and people who are not blessed with bigger breasts have been praising the push up effect that makes them look two cups bigger.

The bra – available in black, white and nude – consists of super push-up padding at the bottom and the side of the cup for maximum boost. The microfibre material is soft to touch with a seamless finish that looks invisible under your T-shirt or bodysuit.

One content creator who has a B cup said push up bras never worked for her until she tried Boux Avenue. Comparing this to the £45 Victoria’s Secret Bombshell Push Up Bra, the Super Push Up Bra is much wallet-friendly and costs £30 instead.

Despite doing what it said on the tin, some found it uncomfortable to wear as one mentioned: “A bit too padded for me and was uncomfortable to wear. I tried multiple sizes and couldn’t seem to find the right fit.”

Try Boux Avenue Super Push Up Bra here

Eve’s picks:

Damson Madder Quinn Slouchy bag in butter yellow

I don’t think I’ve fallen in love with a bag quicker than I did this Quinn bag from Damson Madder. Maybe I’ve been influenced by the current butter yellow trend but the romantic frills, the adjustable handle that makes it a handbag and a cross body bag and the bright pop of colour has secured it a place firmly on my shopping wishlist.

With a zip closing, it’ll keep all your belongings safe and sound and can easily transport you from day to night and I’m totally obsessed. If you weren’t a fan of the yellow, the bag also comes in black.

Get it here

Nobody’s Child’s gingham check co-ord

Those who know me know full well how obsessed I am with Nobody’s Child – many of the clothes I wear come from the brand. I also love a good check print so naturally as soon as I spotted their newest gingham print items, more specifically, its black and beige check Jerrow wide leg trousers, £79, and matching top – both the bubble hem style, £59, and the swing top, £52.

Ideal for the upcoming spring season, the wide leg trousers look unbelievably comfortable as well as stylish and with their wide leg silhouette, super flattering. The waistband is smooth and neat with an elasticated section at the back for added comfort.

Paired with one of the matching tops, it’s a dreamy co-ord look that’ll have people envying your outfit, begging to know where its from. The print has even had the seal of approval from royal Lady Amelia Windsor, who wore the midi skirt version.

Hair Syrup Superfoods Oil

You best believe when payday comes around I am going to be hitting the checkout on a bottle of this magical pre-wash hair oil. The Hair Syrup Superfoods Oil has been a godsend on my dry scalp this winter and has left my locks hydrated, nourished and super soft.

With s 12 natural, nutrient-rich ingredients like chia, coconut, marshmallow root, acai, kiwi and blueberry extracts, which work to stimulate hair growth and improve dryness, the oil also smells unreal – you’ll be walking around with a tropical aroma following you during your pre-wash treatment and afterwards, for a while.

Although one shopper shared how they haven’t seen much of an improvement in their hair length from using the oils, they said their hair was in ‘much better condition’.Costing £16 at ASOS, Hair Syrup is great if your locks need a little TLC.

Nisha’s picks:

BeautyPro’s LED Wand 5-in-1 Anti-Ageing Device

I like the appeal of this 5-in-1 Anti-Ageing Device. Due to its small size, it is travel-friendly, unlike some of the bulkier LED masks on the market.

Its design resembles a razor, making it easy to pop into a washbag. It offers red and blue light therapy—the former aims to repair skin, promote new cell growth, stimulate renewal, and boost collagen production.

The blue light delivers anti-inflammatory and blemish control benefits, killing bacteria, and clearing blemishes to reveal a calm and balanced complexion. I currently use a High Frequency Wand for zapping blemishes but the blue light therapy feature appeals to me, as I think it’s less painful.

BeautyPro’s 5-in-1 Anti-Ageing Device comes with a charging cable. However, you’ll need to buy a plug to charge it, and if you’re taking it abroad, you’ll have to get an adapter which may be cumbersome for some shoppers.

The 5-in-1 Anti-Ageing Device is on sale at Face The Future for £63.20, down from £79.

White Stuff midi summer dress

It’s hard to find fashionable long-sleeved dresses that are lightweight enough to wear on hot days. I am going on holiday soon, and I’m looking for some versatile pieces that I can wear for evening dinners and hot summer days in the UK.

I was delighted when I came across this striking teal blue number at White Stuff, which is on sale. The Lucy Midi dress is on offer for £58, reduced from £75, making shoppers a saving of £17.

What’s more, it is offered in regular and petite lengths, making it length-appropriate for those 5″4 or under. The Lucy Midi has a V-shaped neckline and also cinches in at the waist to add a flattering shape.

In terms of downsides, some customers in the review section said the exaggerated billowy design is a little too much. Others say the dress has more of a washed teal hue than a vibrate colour, as shown online.