All posts tagged: favourites

The best mascaras for longer, fuller and fluttery lashes: 12 favourites worn and rated by our beauty expert | Mascara

The best mascaras for longer, fuller and fluttery lashes: 12 favourites worn and rated by our beauty expert | Mascara

Published by Sam Flores

If you were allowed to pick only one makeup item to use for the rest of your life, what would you choose? Without a doubt, mine would be mascara. It’s the most transformative beauty staple. Defining your lashes has literally eye-opening results, making them appear bigger and brighter. The Guardian’s journalism is independent. We will earn a commission if you buy something through an affiliate link. Learn more. If the questions I’ve been asked as a beauty editor are anything to go by, even those who consider themselves low-maintenance usually own a mascara: requests for mascara recommendations are by far the most common. It seems no one is immune to how effortlessly eye-framing a few coats can be. Recommending the best mascara, however, isn’t straightforward. A one-type-suits-all mascara doesn’t exist, so the performance of mascaras often divides people. The key is to work out what your lashes’ needs are: are you looking for volume, length, lift, curl or something else? Whatever your requirement, you’ll find a recommendation here that suits you. At a glance £28 at …

The best spring jackets for women: 12 favourites for every forecast | Women’s coats and jackets

The best spring jackets for women: 12 favourites for every forecast | Women’s coats and jackets

Published by Sam Flores

Spring is the most confusing season when it comes to fashion. Mornings can be grey and drizzly, but come the afternoon, the sun may be shining like it’s August. A trusty spring jacket will help you navigate the forecast and the transition into the warmer months. The Guardian’s journalism is independent. We will earn a commission if you buy something through an affiliate link. Learn more. The perfect spring jacket is lighter in weight and often softer in colour than a winter one. Taking inspiration from the flowers, greenery and lush landscapes these months bring is a great way to add joy to your everyday. A pastel-coloured jacket can instantly make your outfit feel more seasonally appropriate, too. Leaving behind the warm embrace of your puffer isn’t easy, and I love a classic black coat, but neither seems fitting on a bright April morning. With that in mind, we’ve rounded up the best spring jackets to add sunshine to your wardrobe – whatever the weather decides to do. The best spring jackets for women Best quilted …

Favourites tag means nothing, says PSG’s Luis Enrique ahead of Liverpool clash

Favourites tag means nothing, says PSG’s Luis Enrique ahead of Liverpool clash

Published by Sam Flores

POISSY, France, April 7 : Paris St Germain manager Luis Enrique has played down suggestions his side are favourites ahead of Wednesday’s Champions League quarter-final first leg at home to out-of-form Liverpool. The English champions, fifth in the Premier League, have suffered 15 defeats across all competitions this season – their most in a single campaign since losing 18 matches in 2014-15. PSG, meanwhile, lead Ligue 1 and are well placed to defend their Champions League crown. “It’s difficult to talk about Liverpool,” Luis Enrique told reporters on Tuesday. “Liverpool manager Arne Slot speaks very well about them. “My view is that it’s both the same team and a different team. Everyone is trying to work out who the favourites are, but in this sort of match that means nothing. It will be tough for both teams. “Showing that we’re still in the running every year and playing against Liverpool is always a positive thing. We want to reach the semi-finals; we know how difficult it will be, but we’re very motivated.” The tie is …

Derry Girls and Skins favourites join Hollywood A-lister in new series

Derry Girls and Skins favourites join Hollywood A-lister in new series

Published by Daniella Wilson

The cast has been announced for a new eight-part heist thriller on Paramount+, with Hollywood A-lister and Emily in Paris star Minnie Driver leading the series. The Day (working title), which is based on the 2018 Belgian series De Dag, will also star Skins and Rivals actor Luca Pasqualino, along with Derry Girls and Renegade Nell’s Louisa Harland. The synopsis for The Day says that it is a “propulsive edge-of-your-seat thriller unfolding across a single, gripping day”. The synopsis continues: “When police stumble across a bank robbery mid-heist, the criminals barricade themselves inside, and a terrifying siege begins.” Minnie Driver. Victoria Stevens “The series opens from the police perspective, led by hostage negotiator Sylvia “Vox” Voxley (Driver), as she battles time and rising pressure to save the hostages,” The synopsis says. “But as the crisis hurtles towards breaking point, the story rewinds – pulling viewers inside the bank to relive the same events through the eyes of the robbers and their hostages. “With each episode flipping perspective between the police operation and the robbers barricaded inside, …

The best lawnmowers: five favourites to keep your grass in check, tested | Gardens

The best lawnmowers: five favourites to keep your grass in check, tested | Gardens

Published by Sam Flores

Leaving your lawn to develop naturally into a meadow of pollinator-friendly wild flowers is the best option from an ecological perspective, but many of us still like to have at least a small area of grass, whether it’s to break up your flower beds or provide a space for the kids to play. And every lawn needs a mower. The Guardian’s journalism is independent. We will earn a commission if you buy something through an affiliate link. Learn more. Your family’s lawnmower might have been a fossil fuel-guzzling petrol beast, but today, an electric model is far more energy-efficient and kinder to the planet. I’ve tested electric mowers from five manufacturers to find out which are the best. At a glance £439.98 at Toolstation £104 at Argos £229.99 at Worx Why you should trust me I’ve been mowing lawns since I was tall enough to be dragged around the garden by my father’s noisy and smelly petrol mower in the 1980s. Apart from a short period in early adulthood when accommodation didn’t really come with gardening …

F1 2026: What is the pecking order after testing? And which team are title favourites ahead of new season?

F1 2026: What is the pecking order after testing? And which team are title favourites ahead of new season?

Published by Sam Flores

After 11 days, 22 sessions and 88 hours of pre-season testing, the next time we’ll see these new Formula 1 cars on track will be the season-opening race in Australia in a fortnight. Who’s the lead team? Well, every frontrunner will give you a different answer, deflecting away from their own strength and promise to put pressure on other outfits. Whether there’s been any ‘sandbagging’ – a term which means hiding true performance – over the testing period remains to be seen. At this stage, Mercedes and Red Bull look to be top dogs. Red Bull’s new power unit partnership with Ford has impressed, while Mercedes’s pre-season tag as favourite, given their engine supremacy, has proved somewhat correct. If, perhaps, not by the margin some envisaged. But what about further down? Where are teams who’ve long had 2026 in their sights – Ferrari, Williams and Aston Martin – all positioned? And what about new teams in Audi and Cadillac? Just two weeks out from the season starting, The Independent ranks the teams’ current positions from …

Next Tottenham manager odds: Mauricio Pochettino and Roberto De Zerbi the early favourites ahead of Xavi

Next Tottenham manager odds: Mauricio Pochettino and Roberto De Zerbi the early favourites ahead of Xavi

Published by Sam Flores

Spurs wanted to back Frank – who survived a home defeat to West Ham and a 2-2 draw at Burnley last month – but they have moved to make a change in a bid to turn things around. Oliver Glasner was last month the initial bookmakers’ favourite, but his odds have since drifted after confirming he will stay at Crystal Palace for the rest of the season. Roberto De Zerbi was established as the favourite immediately following news of Frank’s dismissal, having seen his odds significantly shortened in the market after quitting his job at Marseille. But the biggest mover since is John Heitinga, the coach appointed by Tottenham during January to serve as Frank’s assistant. He now finds firmly second in the running. Robbie Keane is forging a career in management Getty Images Former Spurs boss Pochettino is preparing to lead the USA into a home World Cup this summer, but he has been linked with a sensational return. The Argentine spent five years in north London between 2014 and 2019, building the best …

The best women’s lingerie: 22 favourites for every mood and budget | Lingerie

The best women’s lingerie: 22 favourites for every mood and budget | Lingerie

Published by Sam Flores

Lingerie isn’t about dressing for someone else. The best lingerie will feel comfortable, supportive and genuinely good to wear, whether that’s an everyday staple or an investment piece. The Guardian’s journalism is independent. We will earn a commission if you buy something through an affiliate link. Learn more. The design of lingerie has never been better, with a wide variety of brands focusing on comfortable materials, breathability and support, as well as style. From ultra-soft lace that moves with the body to wireless bras that actually stay up, sometimes the best lingerie is all about subtle design details rather than extra frills. Whether it’s supportive bralettes and sustainable sets or elegant slips, we’ve compiled lingerie from brands that prioritise how you feel as much as how they look. The best lingerie for women Affordable everyday sets Lemonade Dolls Signature lace bralette £30 at Lemonade Dolls Lemonade Dolls Signature lace high support bralette £36 at Lemonade Dolls Lemonade Dolls Signature lace Brazilian knickers £16 at Lemonade Dolls Starting as an Instagram account focused on body confidence, Lemonade …

Grand National runners, favourites and odds for 2026: Key horses to note

Grand National runners, favourites and odds for 2026: Key horses to note

Published by Sam Flores

A maximum field of 34 horses will line up at Aintree for the Grand National on April 11, but the initial list of entries features 78 potential horses. The initial entries are listed below in best-odds order. These will be whittled down over the course of the jump-racing season. Grand National 2026: Full list of entries Iroko (Fra) 8yo Owner: Mr John P. McManusTrainer: Oliver Greenall & Josh GuerrieroOdds: 15/2 (Fav)Verdict: Stayed on from quite far off the pace to finish fourth, seven-and-a-half lengths behind Nick Rockett, last year, which sort of left you wondering how he might have fared ridden closer to the pace. In good form this season, campaigned over two miles, five furlongs, to keep his rating down presumably. Beaten by The Jukebox Man first time out, then beat Firefox. Worthy favourite at this stage. I Am Maximus (Fra) 10yo Owner: Mr John P. McManusTrainer: W. P. MullinOdds: 12/1Verdict: The winner in 2024 and a very gallant second under a big weight last year, which makes him a bit of an Aintree …

The best flower delivery in the UK for every budget: eight favourites, freshly picked | Interiors

The best flower delivery in the UK for every budget: eight favourites, freshly picked | Interiors

Published by Sam Flores

I pride myself on being an excellent gift-giver, and I truly believe the uplifting feeling of finding flowers on the doorstep is hard to beat (unless they’re from an ex who “just wants to talk” – never be that guy). The Guardian’s journalism is independent. We will earn a commission if you buy something through an affiliate link. Learn more. Flowers are such an easy win for the gift-giver, too. Whether it’s Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day or “just because”, there’s a plethora of online flower delivery services with a range of offerings. Some provide next-day delivery (great if you’ve forgotten an important date and are scrambling); some will deliver flowers monthly via subscription; some will even slip in a box of chocolates, a bottle of fizz or a candle in the delivery. But which flower delivery services are best? I’m here to answer that for you. I’ve tested dozens of bouquets and done a deep dive into flower freshness and the services’ sustainability, trying my best to find ones that offer British-grown flowers. Remember: if your …