Articles by Valeza Bakolli, Junior Shopping Editor

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

valeza wearing the L’Oréal Panorama mascara

I’ve adored this brand’s affordable mascaras for years—this one is definitely my new favourite

It’s become my go-to for natural-looking volume

valeza's skin after using the chanel red camellia revitalising mask

My skin breaks out at the drop of a hat, but this face mask has left my skin supple, smooth and spot-free

I’ve never received so many compliments on my skin

valeza wearing cold weather clothing from the article in front of a snowy mountain scene

I trekked across a glacier and sat in an ice cave—all to trial the best cold weather clothing you can buy right now

These kept me cosy through -10°C temperatures

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Valeza Bakolli

Latest articles by Valeza Bakolli

I’ve adored this brand’s affordable mascaras for years—this one is definitely my new favourite

My perfect red cardigan is currently on sale—along with all of Boden’s new-in bits

Jones Road just released nail polishes inspired by the 'supermodel' manicure—here's my verdict as an editor

We found the best winter sun outfit ideas—whether you’re headed to the beach or on a city break

This footwear brand has just released an elevated take on the mesh ballerina trend—and we want every single style

I found the most indulgent self love gifts to treat yourself to this Valentine’s Day

We found the best Valentine's Day outfit ideas - no matter what your plans are

I've just found the perfect minimalist Valentine’s Day manicure—and I’m not about to gatekeep

I just tried a 'waterless' shampoo on my fine, flyaway-prone hair—here are my honest thoughts

This lingerie brand has nailed two of the biggest trends of 2024—so if you can’t decide whether you’re a Mob Wife or a Coquette Girl, read on

My skin breaks out at the drop of a hat, but this face mask has left my skin supple, smooth and spot-free

These lash lengthening hacks make my somewhat average eyelashes look anything but

I’ve been under the weather for the last 3 months, so took manuka honey every day for a week to boost my immunity - and the benefits really surprised me

This affordable hair tool might seem a little rogue, but it gives me a professional-looking blow dry in 7 minutes flat

The Great British Rail Sale has landed—here’s how to get 50% off train tickets right now

Adanola has just restocked a bunch of its sold-out styles - as Health Editors, here are the products we own and adore

Valentine's gifts for her—all of the best gift ideas for the amazing woman in your life

I’m a shopping editor, and these are the tried and tested wellness products I rely on to help me beat the winter blues

I just got back from Iceland and everyone was wearing these chic yet cosy outfits on repeat

I’m on the hunt for some elevated basics and the COS sale is ticking every box

I trekked across a glacier and sat in an ice cave—all to trial the best cold weather clothing you can buy right now

I have fine hair that lacks volume – here's why getting my first dry cut has proved revolutionary

Grey jumpers are the perfect balance of timeless and on trend—here are 19 of the best styles to shop now

12 chic table decor ideas to elevate your tablescape if you love hosting for the holidays

Zara just launched its first hair range—and it's actually really surprised me

I don’t mean to alarm you, but these 24 timeless fashion finds are all 70% off in the Reformation winter sale

Left your Christmas shopping to the last minute? Here are 24 small business gifts you can still get in time for Christmas

Finding the best beauty bargains is my happy place, so I scoured the internet for all the beauty advent calendars on sale right now

30 of the best jewellery gifts to give this Valentine's Day—from fingerprint-embossed necklaces to timeless gold hoops

21 personalised gifts that are as thoughtful as they are effortless