17 fabulous things to buy in London in May

Guerlain Eau de Bain eau de toilette, £76 each

Guerlain introduces a new wellbeing ritual for the bathroom in the form of Eau de Bain, which offers citrus notes of bergamot and orange blossom combined with almond and creamy vanilla musk. Apply directly to the skin after the shower, or perfume the bath and bath towels. Also available in Eau de Cashmere, Eau de Lingerie and Eau de Lit.

Kin Seiji printed staggered skirt, £89 at John Lewis & Partners

Inspired by Japanese fishermen’s garments with a kimono twist, this graphic wrap skirt provides laid-back, effortless style for the new season.

Fortnum & Mason Piccadilly Stripe two-person hamper, £275

Picnic season is upon us and what better way to celebrate than with this two-person feast from wicker hamper pioneer Fortnum & Mason?

Sisley L’Orchidée Coral 3 Shade Highlighting Blush, £74

Update your make-up bag this spring with Sisley’s warm and shimmering coral-toned highlighter and blusher compact. This easy-to-apply powder enhances your glow with luminous and radiant highlighting properties – plus it’s very Instagrammable.

Anine Bing Lilah Leo shirt, £265 at Harvey Nichols

There is no escaping the leopard-print trend at the moment and Anine Bing’s loose-fitting silk shirt is the ultimate leopard addition to any wardrobe. Team with high-waisted stonewashed jeans and you are set for SS19.

Acqua di Parma Blu Mediterraneo diffusers, £60 each

Luxury Italian fragrance house Acqua di Parma has just launched a sophisticated new home fragrance collection of scented candles and home diffusers, creating the ultimate addition to any home. The new range captures five scents from the cult Blu Mediterraneo range and five new aromas inspired by typical Italian lifestyle such as Caffè in Piazza – think of the smell of freshly brewed coffee combined with baked croissants – and Buongiorno, which evokes crisp linen sheets with fresh notes of mint, rosemary and lavender.

Byredo Sundazed eau de parfum, £165

Whenever a new Byredo fragrance launches, you know it’s going to be an instant winner. Sundazed transports you to balmy summer days with Californian mandarin and lemon, a heart of neroli and jasmine, and a base of sweet cotton candy. We think these ingredients would make the ultimate summer cocktail too.

Dana Levy multicoloured howlite gemstone Wave bracelet, £55

Discover our go-to brand for playful summer jewellery. This colourful wave bracelet, our top pick from the new Dana Levy collection, will add a strong statement to your outfit and really complements a tan.

Russell & Bromley Flora pouch, £215

We’ve found the perfect bag for summer social affairs. The wedding season and top British sporting events like Royal Ascot? All covered.

Caorunn Scottish Raspberry gin, £21

This gin really stands out in an overpopulated market. Perthshire raspberries, which have a sweet raspberry flavour like no others, are used to create this create this very delectable beverage. Add tonic, garnish with a few fresh raspberries, and you have the perfect summer tipple.

MAC Travel Exclusive Retro Matte Liquid Lipcolour Trio, travel retail prices vary

Make MAC your next duty-free stop at the airport – not only can you find a wide selection of makeup and skincare at reduced prices, you can also find travel-only exclusives such as this vibrant set of coral and red liquid lip colours.

St Tropez Self Tan Purity Bronzing Water Gel, £33

St Tropez is really making a stand about body confidence with its new You Set The Tone survey, which found nearly half of women (42%) wear tan to feel more confident – a tan was named one of the top three ways to feel more confident. The latest St Tropez addition, Purity Bronzing Water Gel, provides the ultimate confidence boost, delivering a natural, streak-free glow.

Chanel Hydra Beauty Camellia Water Cream, £48

Hydrate your skin with Chanel’s refreshing, lightweight fluid moisturiser, which is infused with hydrating camellia water and boasts active skin plumping ingredients. Your skin is sure to look and feel glowing and moisture-rich.

Heist The Outer Body bodysuit, £95

Transform your silhouette with the Heist shaping bodysuit in comfortable breathable fabric with bust support. Available in three neutral shades, this seamfree bodysuit takes up to 5cm off your waist, creating a flattering outline.

Suqqu eyeshadow compact 101, £59

This dreamy eyeshadow palette from Japanese makeup brand Suqqu is an instant crowd pleaser. Its rainbow of colours is perfect for delivering an instant pop of colour.

Beauty Expert Collection Glow Edition, £99

The new Glow Edition kit packs a serious punch with six luxury skincare essentials worth over £280, including full-sized products. Enjoy the Eve Lom Radiance Transforming Mask and the best-selling Omorovicza Acid Fix for a natural skin boost. This premium collection is sure to give your skin a youthful and radiant glow ahead of summer.

Bang & Olufsen Beoplay A1 portable Bluetooth speaker with microphone, £173.59 at Amazon

This stylish, modern circular wireless speaker is compact, lightweight and pocket-sized, making it perfect for on-the-go lifestyles or days in the park.