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Bugaboo has expanded its ever growing selection of strollers, and launched a brand new design – the Butterfly 2.
This next-generation stroller has been designed to make every journey an absolute breeze as it is an ultra-compact travel pram, which is perfect for days out, or those venturing on a family holiday abroad.
The Butterfly 2 combines convenience with innovation as it offers a sleek, foldable design that is easy to put up and fold away when on the go, all without compromising on your baby’s comfort when strapped in.
The Butterfly 2
This compact travel stroller ticks all the boxes. It can be folded down to a compact size, and is IATA compatible, which means it adheres to the cabin size allowance for select airlines. Crafted from water-repellent, PFAS-free fabrics, and features a vegan leather handlebar, this design claims to be a more sustainable option compared to the original Butterfly. It also features a detachable sun canopy and peak-through windows. The seat is adjustable and can fully recline. Plus, there is space under the seat and at the back to store essentials.
According to the brand, the Butterfly 2 folds and unfolds in just one second, which is quite a bold claim, but an essential one for parents on the go as it will make airport queues, tight train aisles or taxi rides, stress-free and effortless.
The website reads: ‘Twist, turn, and glide through every ride together with its one-second compact fold, lay-flat recline, bigger wheels, extra storage – and our lowest environmental footprint to date.’
The best part is this new addition is IATA-compatible, which means it is suitable for travelling and to take as cabin luggage for most airlines.
However, just because the pram is compact, it doesn’t mean it has compromised on comfort, or space underneath. When unfolded the seat reclines fully so your little one can nap, or it can be propped upright, either way it promises comfort and security for your little one.
The urban wheels have full suspension, which means it absorbs the bounce on uneven terrain for a smooth ride that won’t disrupt your child’s slumber.
It also boasts an integrated footrest, detachable sun canopy with peekaboo window, and padded harness to ensure your baby is comfortable too. Parents will also love the upgraded underseat basket, which can hold up to 8kg, plus it features a nifty back pocket for all the essentials you need quick access to. There’s nothing Bugaboo hasn’t thought of with this innovative design.
Bugaboo has also catered to sustainable shoppers with its latest model. The Butterfly 2 boasts the lowest environmental footprint in their lineup to date, thanks to its use of durable bio-based materials and recycled aluminium. In fact, its carbon footprint is 37% lower than the original Butterfly.
This pram is also durable, as it has been crafted from water-repellent, PFAS-free fabrics, it features a 100% vegan leather handlebar, and a modular design. According to the brand it has been tested over 4000km and showed little damage, so it’s safe to say this pram has been built to last.
The Butterfly 2 is available to pre-order in four colours, including Forest Green, Deep Indigo, Desert Taupe, and Heritage Black.
The Butterfly 2 is ergonomic, practical, stylish and ideal for travelling, plus it’s reasonably priced at £435. Just in case you need more convincing, it has won the Red Dot Best of the Best 2025 Award, the highest honour in product design.
All you need is a holiday to put it through its paces, right?
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The best women’s hiking clothes and accessories for successful summer hikes
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As soon as the sun comes out, you’ll find us spending as much time as physically possible in the great outdoors. And one of the best ways to enjoy the sunshine — while also doing some exercise and getting to explore new places — has to be a good old-fashioned hike.
From the famous cliffside walk from Seaford across the Seven Sisters to bustling Eastourne, to the many amazing and nature-filled routes you’ll find in the Lake District, there are stunning options in the UK to suit all abilities.
But for a successful hike, you’ll definitely need to come prepared with the right kind of gear. Think: breathable base layers, supportive shoes or boots, and a lightweight waterproof in case of a sudden downpour. Plus, you’ll also definitely need a backpack that’s easy to carry for long distances, but also has ample room for any personal items, snacks, and drinks.
Not sure where to start? Don’t worry — we’ve got you covered with our carefully curated edit of top women’s hiking clothes and accessories for all your summer 2025 adventures.
Women's Konos™ TRS II OutDry™ Hiking Shoe
Providing the perfect balance of both speed and comfort, these lightweight hiking shoes are well-suited to pretty much all conditions. The engineered midsole cradles and stabilises the heel, while the heel and forefoot deflection domes absorb impact for all day comfort. Best of all, they’re also waterproof — so you don’t need to worry about a bit of rain or mud.
On The Go Tee
A base layer for the summer months must be breathable —and with its 93% bamboo construction, this tee most definitely delivers. Plus, the great thing about this natural fibre is that it’s also sweat wicking, hypoallergenic, and anti-bacterial. Simple, soft, and surprisingly stylish, it’ll undoubtedly become your go-to top for outdoor activities.
Rab Women’s Harpur Short 5” Cotswold Outdoor
Designed with active outdoor adventures in mind, these gorgeous Rab shorts have been crafted with an advanced 4-way stretch fabric and a split-hem finish to ensure you can tackle any terrain totally unrestricted. But crucially, they’re also really fashionable — especially in this chic sage green finish that feels really fitting for summer.
Coelle Jacket Women’s
Even if the sky looks lovely and blue, it’s always worth bringing some kind of waterproof with you. Spot-on for summer hikes, this supremely lightweight one is made from a premium GORE-TEX fabric that’s both waterproof and windproof — while still also allowing body heat and moisture to escape for maximum breathability. Best of all, it also folds up really compactly for easy transportation.
Women's Summit Valley™ Technical Half Zip
Designed with breathability and maximum sun protection in mind, this technical half-zip is made with clever materials and technologies that help to block harmful UV rays, provide advanced cooling — while also wicking away any sweat for long-lasting freshness.
Salomon Trailblazer 20
With its impressive 20-litre capacity, this brilliant backpack has plenty of space inside to store everything you could possibly need for a big day of hiking. The updated back panel, harness and shoulder strap ensure maximum comfort and breathability — and in terms of design, you’ve got six different chic colourways to choose from.
Water Repellent Hiking Trousers
These H&M Move hiking trousers are made from a stretchy, windproof, and water-repellent fabric that’s going to certainly come in handyman windy hikes. We love their loose fit, cargo style, and multitude of pockets — and also that they come in three different colours.
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Antler launches new Summer Capsule collection just in time for summer
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Antler may be best known for its array of bold, durable and oh-so-chic suitcases, overnight bags and holdalls, but the brand has expanded its collection once again to bring shoppers even more protective items for our personal belongings.
From June 3, Antler will launch its Summer Capsule, which includes a variety of protective garments to house your other travel and sporting essentials, such as a Tennis Racket Cover, Detachable Sunglasses Pouch, as well as a Reversible Tote Bag and more.
The new seven-piece drop follows a unisex colour palette, as the designs are mostly monochrome with Antler’s signature green accents, which is said to mimic the “sharp lines of traditional lawn attire”, according to the website. This combination draws on Antler’s signature functionality, but also draws on quintessential British summer sporting aesthetic too – think the clean cuts of cricket and Wimbledon whites with a flash of bold hues (like that from a citrus tennis ball being batted back and forth).
However, there are some staples in the collection that are a little bolder, such as the sunglasses pouches, which come in green and orange.
The Summer Collection has been designed to support the existing (and much loved) luggage collection at Antler, whether you are packing for an active getaway or sporting retreat, Antler is the one stop shop for your suitcase, hand luggage, sunglasses case and tennis racket cover. Simply genius, if you ask us, especially considering the rise of airport aesthetics.
However, you can simply be strolling to your next friendly match, heading for a coaching session, or a walk in the park, and the stunning new-in will still deliver.
There’s no denying Antler’s products have been built to last, so not only is the new Summer Capsule stylish, but practical and durable to suit your every need, year in and year out.
The collection ranges in price from £50 to £135, which you can shop at Antler from 3rd June.
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Tennis Racket Cover
With Wimbledon just around the corner it’s no surprise tennis, or padel, becomes one of the most popular sports. So, inevitably we dust off our rackets, or buy new, to get into the spirit. With a new found love for heading to the courts, we obviously need a Tennis Racket Cover to keep the precious piece of kit safe. The cover has been made from durable, water-repellent materials to see you through the seasons. It features a detachable strap to make it easy to wear when walking to and from your match hands-free.
Reversible Tote Bag
We love a tote bag, but a reversible tote bag is a new one, and of course we need it. This design features a cream side and contrasting black side, which you can easily switch between simply by flipping inside out. The fabric is water-repellent, lightweight, and durable enough to take you from the office, to the gym, and everything in between. Plus, it features two wide shoulder straps to avoid it digging into your shoulders.
Heritage Crossbody Bag
A crossbody bag is a fuss-free bag I love, as it can house the essential items in one place, and is versatile enough to style in different ways, especially if you want to go handsfree. The long strap can be adjusted to help you find a comfortable fit when carrying the bag, whether it is across the body, over the shoulder, or around the waist. It is lightweight, and compact, so it is best used for the essentials, such as a phone, passport, and wallet. Available in black and cream colourways.
Leather Sunglasses Case
Finding your sunglasses in a tote bag can be like finding a needle in a haystack, plus it can mean your lenses get scratched, which could jeopardise how protective they are from harmful UV rays. The solution? A sunglasses pouch. The structured leather pouch is not only stylish, but practical to keep your belongings safe. The popper fastening ensures your sunnies don’t slip out of the pouch, while the chain and carabiner can be hooked on to your bag to make it easy to access on sunny days. Available in vibrant orange or forest green.
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Rest easier with Emma Sleep’s Summer Sale – shop our top picks with up to 20% off
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Sleep is an essential we need to prioritise to make sure we function at our optimum. There are so many health benefits from an undisturbed night’s sleep, but it’s easier said than done, we know.
In a bid to promote a healthy sleep environment there are a few factors to consider, such as the temperature in your room, ensuring it’s a no blue zone, cosy pyjamas, avoiding stimulants before bed, as well as comfortable bedding.
Emma Sleep has heard our cries for luxurious hotel-like bedding, and not only created an extensive range of essentials, such as mattresses, duvets and pillows, but it has launched an unmissable sale to help kit out our bedroom.
From now until 23rd June Emma Sleep will run the Early Summer Sale, which will see select items reduced by up to 20%.
The Emma Sleep Early Summer Sale will include the four-seasons duvet, which offers a bespoke cover to see you from winter through to summer, as well as the Hybrid Thermosync Mattress to help regulate your body temperature to prevent you waking up in the middle of the night. The sale will also see mattress toppers, as well as the Cloud Pillow reduced, plus much more.
Whether you are replacing your worn out mattress for a plush and supportive design, or overhauling your entire bedscape, the Emma Sleep sale is the perfect time to shop your favourites for less.
Unsure what to shop? We have whittled down the best buys, though you can shop the full sale here.
Shop Our Top Picks In Emma Sleep Sale
Emma Hybrid Thermosync Mattress
If you’re investing in a mattress to see you through all seasons, tend to be a sweaty sleeper, or may be going through the menopause, this temperature-regulating mattress will help. The ThermoSync technology works to wick moisture away from the body, and help regulate your body temperature to avoid waking you up at night. It offers medium firmness, which is thanks to the combination of Spring Technology and Emma Sleep’s signature Halo Memory Foam™. Available in single to super king sizes.
Emma Premium Cloud Pillow Bundle
Finding the perfect pillow to provide support without being too firm is a hard task. But, this set is customisable in height and temperature so you find the best pillow to suit your needs and preferences. The exterior boasts an Outlast thermal layer, which is cool to the touch, breathable and the cover is machine washable too. The set not only includes two microfibre pillows, but pillowcases too.
Emma 4-Seasons Duvet
This duvet does exactly what it says on the tin.This three-in-one design enables sleepers to adjust the warmth to suit their preferences as it combines a summer 3.5 Tog duvet, with a seven Tog autumn/winter duvet, and together provides an insulating 10.5 Tog duvet, hence why it is suitable for summer through to winter.Crafted from 100% cotton fabric, which is breathable, and machine washable. Available in single and super king sizes.
Emma Flip Mattress Top
If you’re updating your mattress, there’s a more affordable way to do so – a mattress topper.This layer sits on top of your existing mattress for an added firmness.This topper is a hybrid design as one side is soft, the other is firm, so you can flip the mattress topper to suit your needs.It is 6cm in thickness, and comes in single to super king sizes.
100% Cotton Sateen Set
There is nothing better than slipping into a bed with silky sheets that makes you feel like you’re staying in a five-star hotel suite.This luxurious bedding set has been created using a high quality 100% cotton satin 300 thread count that is not only soft, but will help prevent your face from wrinkling after a deep slumber, or hair from any damage, which can occur on rough surfaces. The set includes a duvet cover, fitted sheet, as well as two pillowcases.
Emma Hybrid Airgrid Mattress Deal
If you’re overhauling your entire bedding, this bundle is a worthy option that will save you more. It includes a bestselling Airgrid mattress, which is Emma Sleep’s “most breathable and cooling mattress”, as well as the Premium Foam Pillow, mattress protector and 4-Seasons Duvet, so essentially all of the above recommendations.It is available to fit a single to super king bed.
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The Chelsea Flower Show may be over, but that doesn’t mean you have to give up on pruning your garden, in fact quite the opposite.
Whether you are a green fingered fan, dabble in some weeding, or want to become a landscape gardener, there are a few essential tools you need in your gardening arsenal, including a hedge trimmer.
Admittedly hedge trimmers can be cumbersome and heavy, but we think we have found the perfect alternative at Gtech – the Lightweight Hedge Trimmer LHT50.
Lightweight Hedge Trimmer LHT50
With a 315mm sharp carbon steel blade, an aluminium shaft and reinforced handles, this hedge trimmer is lightweight yet durable enough to cut through dense shrubs measuring 14mm. The 140° rotating blade with seven head positions, combined with the 10-foot reach, enables you to trim hard to reach areas.
The LHT50 Lightweight Hedge Trimmer features a 315mm carbon steel blade, which enables you to cut through foliage with a thickness of 14mm, an aluminium shaft and reinforced handles for a sturdy design.
The trimmer offers a 10-foot reach, and has a 140° rotating blade, which can be adjusted into seven different head positions, so you can reach shrubs from all angles and heights.
After one single four-hour charge the trimmer is powered for one hour. But this 60-minute run time is sufficient to trim the entire garden with time left over, according to shoppers.
The best part is this gardening tool promises to be lightweight – one third lighter than the original Gtech – and easy to use as it’s cordless, so you will not be restricted by any pesky wires. Just because this trimmer is cordless it doesn’t mean it compromises on power.
Gtech has paid extra attention to detail as the ergonomic handle makes it comfortable to hold, plus it features a safety harness for user protection, as well as an LED display so you can monitor the power to avoid being caught short.
To use all you have to do is slip the head into the main device until they click into place. When you are ready to disassemble simply push the release button and detach the parts.
Whether you have a dense bush that needs to be shaped, or a few stray branches are poking through, this multifunctional design will lend a helping hand.
The Lightweight Hedge Trimmer has garnered glowing reviews from customers, as many praise it as the ultimate multifunctional gardening tool.
One happy shopper, Paul, shared: ‘Fantastic light weight pole hedge trimmer. I needed a hedge trimmer to replace a very heavy pole trimmer that is light, yet could tackle a long holly hedge and a separate leylandii hedge as I was suffering with tennis elbow. This product is brilliant, very light but cut both hedges excellently. It also had a good charge life with still two lights showing after one hour of use. Highly recommend this product especially if your priority is lightness.’
A second customer, Janet, added: ‘This lightweight hedge trimmer is perfect for any age group, or those who have difficulty handling a heavier model. No awkward cables to get in the way, or accidentally cut through! So it is much safer for that reason than one with an electric cable attached to mains electricity. Also as it extends, often no ladder is required. The battery charges easily, and gives you plenty of power to cut even a long hedge.’
While Jo weighed in: ‘Great hedge trimmer – light enough for a 5’2” senior lady to use, which was the problem with all the others I tried.’
If that wasn’t enough, Gtech is offering shoppers a discount on the Lightweight Hedge Trimmer. Enter the discount code NS69 at the checkout to save £70 and see the price drop from £219.99 down to £149.99.
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