Rebecca Hastings

Content editor

Rebecca Hastings is a content editor specialising in lifestyle, food, fashion and thoughtful gift ideas. She lives in east London with her husband and a very boisterous cat.

8.1.2025

How to buy a first bra

Head of M&S lingerie design Soozie Jenkinson shares her top tips for buying a first bra, from finding the perfect fit to avoiding any embarrassment

1.31.2025

Our Top Ten Mother's Day Gift Ideas

Make Sunday 10 March extra special with thoughtful presents sure to make her smile

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11.14.2024

Sheer and lace outfit ideas

Bring a soft, decadent feel to your partywear rotation with delicate pieces in sheer and lace fabrics

11.8.2024

Festive mantelpiece ideas

Make your mantelpiece a festive focal point with these cosy fireplace decorating ideas, from light-up garlands and ornaments to fairy lights, candles and seasonal scents

Get inspired

11.7.2024

Men's Christmas party outfits

Step up your going-out game – these are the key pieces to elevate your partywear wardrobe

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11.5.2024

Christmas tree decorating ideas

Decorate like a professional with our Christmas tree ideas and tips for every style, from chic neutral palettes to fun novelty themes

11.3.2024

The best affordable presents

Treat someone special without blowing the budget thanks to our pick of affordable Christmas gifts – all for £25 or less, and guaranteed to make them smile

10.24.2024

Best Advent calendars

Start the countdown to Christmas with our finest Advent calendars, from a beauty lover’s dream to Lego sets for kids and sweet treats the whole family will love

10.20.2024

Best Diwali gifts

Get set for the festival of lights on 31 October with our round-up of gifts to surprise your loved ones

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10.17.2024

The best weatherproof outerwear

Take it outside with stylish-yet-practical clothing, including new arrivals from outerwear specialists Salomon, Berghaus and Columbia

10.1.2024

The Christmas gift guide

From beauty treats to homeware and kids' toys, make sure everyone on your list is sorted with our bumper Christmas present edit

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9.22.2024

Party-season tops with trousers

Get ready for a packed social calendar with our effortless after-dark outfit ideas, from glitzy going-out tops to new takes on the jeans-and-a-nice top formula