Scott Da Silva-Wells

Primark’s back-to-school collection offers affordable uniforms, PE clothing, shoes and backpacks for children aged 1 to 15. Featured items include skirts, pinafore dresses, easy-iron trousers, shirts, loafers, trainers and character-themed backpacks, with prices ranging from £4.30 to £13. The range is available online through Primark’s Click & Collect service, which is presented as a convenient way for parents to secure sizes and manage school-shopping costs.

The Original Tour is offering 25% off its Original London Kids Tour during the summer holidays. The 45-minute live-guided open-top bus experience is designed for children aged 3 to 15 and includes interactive storytelling, London landmark highlights, a River Thames cruise and access to six self-guided walking tours. Children’s tickets start at £18, adults’ tickets at £24, and infants aged two and under travel free.

The LEGO Ninjago: Destiny’s Bounty Adventures Board Game, produced by Asmodee and priced at £34.99, is a cooperative game for players aged eight and above. Players control ninja characters, defend Destiny’s Bounty from villains, upgrade their abilities and complete six increasingly difficult adventures. Positive customer reviews highlight its family appeal, replayability and quality, although younger children may need help reading the story cards.

Metro promotes a Summer Garden Mystery Deal sold through Wowcher, with vouchers priced at £9.99 for the standard tier and £19.99 for the premium tier. Buyers receive a mystery garden-related prize after redeeming a voucher, with potential items including a Ninja pizza oven, Lay-Z-Spa hot tub, garden furniture and outdoor equipment. Prizes are advertised as worth up to £399 or £729, with delivery promised within 72 hours, although the exact item is not known in advance and availability is limited.

After a seven-year-old vacuum cleaner stopped working, the reviewer tested Gtech's AirRAM 3 Plus cordless upright vacuum and found it easier and more effective to use. The vacuum offers strong suction, LED headlights, dual-edge cleaning, anti-hair-wrap technology, an adjustable ergonomic handle, a charging base, voice alerts and an automatic filter-cleaning system. It is currently discounted from £419.99 to £269.99 on Gtech's website. The main limitation is that it does not include handheld accessories, which must be bought separately.

Metro highlights ten boohooMAN summer clothing items for men, including linen co-ordinates, denim shorts, striped shirts and polos, swim shorts, knitted tops and a crochet shirt. The collection is presented as versatile, lightweight and suitable for holidays, festivals, casual outings and hot weather, with listed discounts ranging from roughly 20% to 50%.

Dialogue Skincare’s Celestial Three collection combines zodiac-themed affirmations with natural skincare formulas. The £48 Leo Radiance Cleansing Balm is presented as a cleanser and nourishing mask; the £60 Aquarius Peptide Renewal Serum uses copper tripeptide, marine algae and fermented pea extract to support firmer, more resilient skin; and the £54 Pisces Hydrating Facial Cream provides hydration through hyaluronic acid, squalane, botanical butters and red algae. The collection is recommended as a premium self-care option focused on mindfulness, skin-barrier support and targeted skincare benefits.

Seasonal fashion trends center on textured pieces such as crochet, lace, pleats, and woven designs, highlighted by stylist Scott Da Silva-Wells as key to elevating summer outfits. A curated selection across major high street brands showcases dresses, tops, accessories, footwear, and trousers that incorporate these textures, offering breathable, refined, and playful options suited for warm weather and summer events.

High temperatures across the UK have made sleeping difficult, prompting interest in The Oodie’s new cooling sleepwear range made from breathable modal fabric. The collection includes several new nightie and sleep tee silhouettes designed to stay comfortable in hot weather while offering varied styles and fits. Standout items such as the Leopard Strappy Nightdress and Berry Button Up Nightshirt are highlighted for design and comfort, and a deal offering 30% off when buying two pieces adds further appeal.

Co-ord outfits are recommended as the most practical and stylish choice for airport travel, offering comfort, a polished look, and versatile pieces that save luggage space by serving multiple outfits during a holiday. A selection of high-street co-ords from brands including F&F, River Island, Next, New Look, Tu, H&M, Nobody’s Child, ASOS DESIGN and Primark is highlighted, with each set praised for attributes such as comfort, breathability, trendiness and value for money.

The Inkey List has relaunched its Oat Balm Cleanser with an improved formula aimed at addressing previous issues such as graininess, oil separation and difficult packaging. The updated version features increased oat kernel oil, added sea buckthorn oil and natural waxes for a smoother texture and broader suitability for all skin types, including sensitive and acne‑prone skin. The product is positioned as more effective at removing makeup and impurities while supporting the skin barrier, with strong positive customer reviews reinforcing its performance and value.