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Every child of the ’90s knows it was a superior decade to grow up in. A time when Zoe Ball and Jamie Theakston were a regular fixture on the TV, Girl Power was dominating the charts, and a Boots meal deal was actually affordable.

And as for clothing, who needed sad beige when you had frills, slogans and cool colours? This is why Binky Felstead’s new kidswear collection with M&S has us deep in our nostalgic feels. Think playful prints, vibrant palettes, and just the right amount of retro charm.

Whether you’re kitting out your own little one or treating a parent in your life, the pieces are so cute, we’re already eager for them to bring out adult sizes. Available for ages 12 months to 10 years, prices start from just £12, so they’re affordable and adorable.

Speaking about her involvement with M&S and the new collection, mum of three Binky said: ‘As a mum, I know how important it is to find clothes that are both stylish and practical. Above all, I wanted to create something that felt truly special. Clothes that my own children would love to wear, and that other parents would feel proud to dress their little ones in.’

Each piece has been thoughtfully designed with sensory sensitivities in mind, such as soft finishes, breathable fabrics and gentle textures. From the patches and trims right down to the buttons and cuffs.

Binky has also added subtle nods from her own childhood into the collection, with nostalgic quotes woven into the designs and equestrian-inspired prints that celebrate the former MIC star’s lifelong love of horses.

With summer fast fading and autumn approaching, all the cute pieces are perfect for wrapping up and feeling cosy. 

Take the Binky Borg Bomber Jacket, for example, priced at £30. It features a cosy fleece fabric in a stylish contrast of cream and blue, with a vibrant pop of neon pink on the zip. We’re also loving the Borg Jacket (£28), complete with charming horse detailing and eye-catching neon pink pockets, alongside the Cable Knit Cardigan (£26) and signature Binky Cardigan (£30), both perfect for easy, everyday layering.

And to borrow a line from Cher – and really, when don’t we? – can we get a little commotion for the dresses?

The Binky Check Dress has burgundy and cream tones which are perfect for the colder season, plus the bow detailing, puffed sleeves and cream yoke collar give it such vintage vibes. Just imagine it paired with some chunky tights and a pair of t-bar sandals? Our inner child is squealing.

The collection also features the Stripe Dress and Ditsy Floral Dress, which are both versatile pieces perfect for any season, alongside a cozy Sweater and Jogger Set designed for lounging. Though, let’s be honest, when do kids ever really lounge?

The range of pieces really covers you for every occasion, with wool coats, festive pyjamas and both Borg Clogs and Booties. The velvet Ballet Pram Shoes are priced at just £12, and truth be told, we’re tempted to squeeze our adult size 6 feet in, they’re that damn cute.

Everything will be available in stores and online from Thursday, 25th September. We expect the pieces to be selling like hot cakes, so be sure to act quickly and grab your favourites while you can. We’ll see you at the checkouts!

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The Mini Labubu has entered the chat, and we know it’ll be viral. 

In fact, Labubu dolls, the quirky collectibles from Pop Mart, have become so popular that they now make up over 90% of the £3.5 million worth of fake toys seized at UK borders this year.

Despite being marketed for adults, many children are drawn to them — but nearly three-quarters of the counterfeits failed safety tests, posing risks like toxic chemicals and choking hazards.

The Intellectual Property Office has launched a campaign warning shoppers about the dangers of buying fake toys, urging parents to stay vigilant. With rare Labubus selling for hundreds online, demand remains high — but experts say this trend is just the tip of the iceberg.

It’s believed Olivia Attwood sent the world into an absolute frenzy when she started accessorising her Birkin bags with Labubu dolls. The mischievous-looking dolls, which have been likened to the multi-coloured haired trolls from the nineties, have sold out on numerous occasions, even stores were lined with endless queues of fans desperately waiting to get their hands on the plush toy. 

Thankfully,AliExpress recently launched a sale on the sell-out accessories, and now the international online retailer, which stocks a plethora of brands, has launched the new mini Labubu dolls this week through its Pop Mart shop. 

On Friday August 29 AliExpress launched the Mini Labubu dolls, and of course the miniature dolls are housed in the iconic blind box just to add an extra element of surprise. 

The Mini Labubu is smaller in size compared to the original Labubu, though that’s unsurprising considering the name. The regular Labubu measures 6.69 inches in height, while the miniature alternative is 4.13 inches. The regular Labubu is often used as a bag charm or added to a keychain, and you can style the Mini Labubu the same way, though it can also be worn as a phone charm because of its size.

The Mini Labubu, which is also known as The Monsters Pin For Love Series, is divided into two series based on alphabetical order, A-M and N-Z. In each Mini Labubu series there are 14 regular versions and one hidden version. Bets are on for how much shoppers will want the latter, and apparently the odds are 1:168 chances. 

This collaboration between the Pop Mart store on AliExpress is one of many, and hopefully many more to come, following the debut partnership between the store and online marketplace back in 2020. 

Unless you have been living under a rock, you will know that Labubus are all anyone can talk about, and shop. But, just to hone the point further, AliExpress has seen a 300% year on year growth in the collectible toy category since the beginning of 2025, which is just nine months. 

We predict this boom will not be slowing down any time soon, so there is no time like the present to shop your Labubu dolls and the Mini Labubu to cuddle up alongside one another on the arm of your bag. 

In fact, we have it on good authority that the Pop Mart store front on AliExpress will see the release of The Monsters Big into Energy Series – Rock the Universe Vinyl Push Doll in the future. However, the exact date remains top secret. 

It goes without saying the Mini Labubu dolls are set to be equally popular, if not more than the regular iteration. So you will want to shop for them quickly before they sell out, and we have a strong suspicion they will.  

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As the nights draw in and the temperature drops, there’s no better feeling than climbing into a warm, cosy bed. 

We spend about a third of our lives in bed and getting a good night’s rest can really affect how we feel and function day-to-day. 

But, if your old mattress isn’t quite cutting it and you’ve been meaning to overhaul your bed situation, consider this your sign – Simba just started its autumn sale! 

From its best-selling hybrid mattresses to bouncy, cloud-like pillows and breathable duvets, this savings event is only running until September 29 and knocks hundreds of typical sale prices.

Whether you’re looking for more support, a softer feel or want to stop waking up with a bad back, Simba’s high-tech designs and clever materials are built to deliver a great night’s sleep – now without the premium price. 

There’s literally no better time to upgrade your sleep setup, just take a look at what’s on offer…

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Simba’s Hybrid Luxe Mattress features ten engineered layers for next-level comfort and support. With two layers of Aerocoil springs, Simbatex foam and a bamboo-infused wool top layer for temperature regulation, it’s designed to keep you cool, cushioned, and supported all night long.

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The genius Simba Hybrid Pillow is filled with soft, responsive ‘nanocubes’ you can add or remove to find your perfect height and firmness. A breathable cotton outer layer with Stratos technology helps keep you cool throughout the night, while the supportive core ensures comfort whether you sleep on your back, side or front.

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The Simba Hybrid Duvet has a 10.5 tog rating for lightweight, year-round warmth. Filled with Simba Renew Bio fibres and cooled by Stratos tech, plus a breathable cotton cover, it keeps you cosy without overheating. It’s also machine washable for easy care.

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Don’t settle for a bad night’s sleep, shop Simba’s sale until 29 September and catch up on some much needed ZZZ’s.

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Stepping out of the dentist after a routine check-up, I headed to the bus stop with my then-partner.

It’d been a good day – a normal one, nothing exciting, and I was looking forward to chilling at home with him and my son, Mason. 

In a week and a half’s time, we were going on holiday, and I couldn’t wait – it’d been a tough few years.

That was the last thing I remember back in June: Standing and waiting for my bus.

Then, I woke up in a hospital bed six days later.

I’d been in a coma after stabbing myself – and I didn’t remember any of it.

I was diagnosed with Huntington’s Disease back in 2014, aged 23. 

My dad told me he had the disease and that it was genetic. My grandfather and aunties had it, too.

He told me to get tested, and I was positive.

What is Huntington’s Disease?

I knew very little about it up until that point, but as I researched, I found out that Huntington’s is a rare, progressive disease that is inherited.

It’s when the nerves in your brain start to break down and degenerate, stopping the organ from working properly over time. As a result, it causes an impact on your speech, behaviour, and movement.

It can cause depression, and spark psychiatric disorders like psychosis, too.

Symptoms usually start between the ages of 30 and 50, and get worse over time, with many people dying within 20 years of getting them.

At first, life carried on as normal, but about four or five years after my diagnosis, I started to get symptoms. 

I began to stumble and experience involuntary movements. My arms would twitch, my legs would give way. 

I started to forget things – like hospital appointments, or turning the heating and oven off.

I once even left the dog at the park. 

I was starting to feel angry and depressed. In 2022, I started having outbursts of aggression from nowhere, sometimes in public.

I’d have serious highs and even worse lows, for no real reason.

Friends and even strangers would think I was drunk, tell me I was crazy, getting lairy and stumbling around – but it was just another flare-up.

It frustrated me more that they didn’t understand the seriousness of my illness.

I seemed to get agitated on the phone, and couldn’t take things in or absorb conversation. I struggled to relate to anyone.

I started losing sense of time and having blackouts. I couldn’t remember what had happened, if I’d said something I shouldn’t have to someone. If I’d been aggressive.

Over time, I became afraid to leave the house – ashamed, scared, and embarrassed of having an outburst.

Nobody around me seemed to understand that it wasn’t my fault, or that I didn’t know what was happening.

I had to quit work as a cleaner, as I was classed as a liability to the public. I ended up seeking more help from the doctor, with check-ups every six months. But they could only monitor me.

There is no cure for Huntington’s Disease. 

Sometimes, it felt like I didn’t know myself at all. It scared me.

My partner had never even heard of Huntingdon’s before he met me – soon, he became almost like a carer to me. Keeping an eye on my movements and behaviour, soothing me when I was down. 

I felt sorry for him, having to deal with my unpredictable behaviour.

On the day when I hurt myself, I don’t remember anything. My partner said I went into a trance-like state. 

Back at home, apparently, I looked at my phone, went to the kitchen, and picked up a knife. Before my partner realised what was happening, I’d stabbed myself in the stomach. Thankfully, Mason wasn’t there at the time. 

I needed three operations, and doctors managed to save a quarter of my bowel. I was cut open from my breast bone to pubic bone, so recovery has been a long, slow process. 

I was lucky to be alive, but terrified. I’d never done anything like that before. I still can’t believe it happened now. 

I’m haunted by thoughts of what would have happened if my partner wasn’t there.

Doctors have confirmed I’m suffering from psychosis and have prescribed medication. I also take medication for the likes of depression and anxiety, but there’s nothing I can do or take to slow down this disease.

Mason is too young to understand – he knows I have Huntington’s, but we’ve kept the seriousness of my condition from him for now. 

It’s a conversation we will need to have one day, though.

In November 2023, I walked 22 miles – from my home in Egremont to Keswick with Mason, and our dog for The Huntington’s Disease Association.

It was Mason’s idea, and there was a big group of people who joined us, too. I’ve been so touched by their kindness.

I live a reclusive life – it works for me – but I’ll dedicate what I have left of it to raising awareness of this disease. 

Even if it scares me.

As told to Emmie Harrison-West

This article was originally published October 15, 2023

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