Valeza Bakolli
Valeza Bakolli is Marie Claire’s Junior Shopping Editor, and as such, she’s made it her mission to encourage people to shop mindfully and with purpose. Having previously worked across publications like BuzzFeed and Livingetc., in her role at MC UK she covers all things shopping - from thoroughly road testing the best fitness kit to keeping a finger on the pulse of what’s new in fashion and beauty.
She dedicates hours of her time every day to scouring the online stores, finding the best products online so you don’t have to (from small and sustainable businesses wherever possible, of course).
Carefully collating the best beauty, fashion and health pieces to shop isn’t just her bread and butter, it’s her happy place. She loves writing up an in-depth product review just as much as curating a meaty buying guide, so you can grab a brew and settle in for a long, juicy read.
Latest articles by Valeza Bakolli
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I’ve been walking around feeling like a radiant goddess—and it’s all thanks to this shimmering body oil
It makes my skin look *and* smell incredible
By Valeza Bakolli
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If you’re bored of adidas Sambas, these 13 alternatives are the perfect swap for summer
Classic with a twist
By Valeza Bakolli
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As a self-confessed lazy girl, these tinted lip balms make my look luxe with minimal effort
Hello easy summer make-up
By Valeza Bakolli
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This influencer-approved brand is the secret to elevated summer attire
And it’s now available in the UK
By Valeza Bakolli
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20 Editor-Approved New In Buys From Arket
It's time to upgrade your summer wardrobe
By Valeza Bakolli
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Butter yellow athleisure is all I want to wear in this heat: 9 picks that prove it’s the it shade of the summer
Tried and tested by team MC
By Valeza Bakolli
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I can’t believe it’s taken me this long to try this iconic hair tool - now that I finally have, here’s my honest first impression
Still haven’t tried the Dyson Airwrap? Here’s what you can expect
By Valeza Bakolli
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The Massimo Dutti sale has just dropped - and I’m ready to spend my entire pay check on these 21 pieces
Trust me - it’s good.
By Valeza Bakolli
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The Arket sale has just landed, and it's awash with chic summer staples
Here's everything currently in my basket
By Valeza Bakolli
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As a Shopping Editor who’s just moved house, the H&M Home new-in section is calling my name - here’s everything currently in my basket
Affordable *and* chic homeware? Yes please
By Valeza Bakolli
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PSA: these are the only 9 Pilates leggings team MC UK recommend, no slippery or restrictive styles in sight
Supportive, breathable and so, so soft.
By Valeza Bakolli
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After a serene summer getaway? This Rhodes resort is the epitome of tailored luxury
Their motto? 'Whatever you want is possible'
By Valeza Bakolli
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As a shopping editor who’s planning her next holiday, trust me - COS, Reformation and Free People are nailing elevated summer attire
Summer-perfect picks
By Valeza Bakolli
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Trust me, the New Balance sale is really, really good right now - here's everything I’m stocking up on as a cost-conscious Shopping Editor
Get an extra 30% off sale items - including the iconic 530s
By Valeza Bakolli
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These 12 beauty products are wildly unsexy—but hear me when I say they're essential come summer
As a cost-conscious editor, you need to trust me on this
By Valeza Bakolli
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As beauty editors, we trial the best bronzers for a living so trust us - these are the only 11 worth your money
The best bronzers for every skin tone, budget and personal preference
By Valeza Bakolli
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The new Hair Rituel by Sisley shampoo ticks every box for my fine, wavy and flyaway-prone hair
The Goldilocks’ porridge of the shampoo world has entered the chat
By Valeza Bakolli
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Oil pulling is exploding in popularity RN - to ascertain what it *actually* does, I gave the viral trend a go
Before you try out the latest health trend, here’s what the experts think
By Valeza Bakolli
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Searches for sports skirts are up 2,100% this month - here are the only ones team MC UK actually rate
Enter: the perfect addition to your summer workout wardrobe.
By Valeza Bakolli
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Newlyweds will adore these 32 failsafe wedding gift ideas that still feel personal
Stuck for wedding gift ideas? Here's some inspo...
By Valeza Bakolli
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I’ve just moved into a new home and the new Our Place Wonder Oven has been my saving grace
It’s chic *and* practical
By Valeza Bakolli
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Sports dresses are the versatile piece of kit you didn’t know you needed - 7 top picks, from the pros
Tried and tested by team MC UK.
By Valeza Bakolli
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I thought my wavy hair had given up on me until I tried these curl-enhancing products
Hello, summer waves!
By Valeza Bakolli
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There’s a reason Free People bring back these dresses year after year
19 timeless-yet-chic styles to shop now
By Valeza Bakolli
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Dads are tricky to buy for but trust me - these Father’s Day gifts won't sit unused
Father's Day gifts simplified
By Valeza Bakolli
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Easily sunburnt? Me too—these are, hands down, the best aftersun lotions I've ever used
I’ve tried and tested dozens of formulas and these came out on top
By Valeza Bakolli
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I'm going on holiday and always shop here for seriously stylish yet fun designer beachwear
Spoiler. I'm packing it all.
By Valeza Bakolli