Welcome to the 2026 edition of Hot List—the Marie Claire guide to everything worth knowing, wanting and experiencing right now. We cut through the noise to bring you the most exciting launches, destinations and moments across fashion, beauty, lifestyle, food and culture.
From interiors updates that instantly elevate your home to the most covetable beauty launches, the fashion collaborations everyone’s talking about, and the restaurants lighting up your feed (we’ll tell you if they’re actually worth the hype), this is your insider edit of what’s new and notable.
Each week, we track the best products dropping in stores, the coolest things to do, see and eat, and the little luxuries that make everyday life feel more considered. Whether it’s an A-list-approved treatment (like a hot new facial), a must-have coffee table book or a perfectly chosen gift, Hot List is your expertly curated guide to shopping, style and culture—designed to inspire, inform and keep you one step ahead.
WHERE TO EAT
Inspired by Tokyo’s vibrant nightlife, CLAP London brings contemporary Japanese dining to the heart of Knightsbridge. Set across two floors, the sixth-floor restaurant features live sushi and robata counters, creating an energetic and immersive atmosphere. Upstairs, the stylish bar and lounge showcase striking chandeliers inspired by traditional Japanese craftsmanship, leading onto a hidden rooftop terrace with sweeping views, including the iconic rooftop of Harrods.
Ideal for post-shopping lunches, client meetings or after-work drinks, the terrace hosts daily Golden Hours with specially priced cocktails, bubbles and rosé, paired with signature bar bites. A weekday three-course Set Menu offers bold flavours such as Beef Tenderloin and Salmon Teriyaki, while the lively weekend brunch combines Japanese delicacies with DJs and live music.
WHAT TO SHOP
If you know me, you know I’m drawn to this space: I wear a ring that tracks everything, use a device that measures by metabolism, swear by vagus nerve simulation and sleep on a smart bed—so naturally, I was intrigued by this ‘consciousness-shifting’ light mask. The fact that it was backed by Rosamund Pike sealed the deal.
Introducing Nova by Lumenate. Based on neural entrainment (where the brain synchronises to flickering light and immersive sound), Nova moves Lumenate beyond holding your phone flashlight to a fully immersive wearable. Pike calls it a “brain rinse”—a mental reboot—and that’s exactly how it feels. Thoughts soften, colours move behind your eyelids, and busy mental noise quietens.
It took me a little time to get used to it, but by session three, I was fully sold. It provides the perfect switch-off that I clearly needed. You’ve got to let your mind be open to it and sit with it—but the wave of calm and clarity that follows is genuinely impressive.
It’s somewhere between deep meditation and a gentle psychedelic drift—but entirely accessible from your bedroom (or sofa). At a £99 launch price, it’s accessible biohacking meets storytelling. I’m in.
Give your body some support during busy periods. Meet DE-LIVER-ANCE, a bioavailable, plant-powered elixir crafted from 17 herbs, roots and extracts developed over 20 years and delivered via advanced nanotechnology for rapid absorption. It’s designed to support the liver’s natural detoxification process.
I put this to the test over a gruelling festive period—long nights, celebratory cocktails, over-indulgence…you get the drift. I genuinely noticed feeling lighter, less sluggish and had significantly less brain fog. Safe to say I’ll be putting it through its paces again over fashion month—it's become my go-to. Yes, it’s a little pricey, but it actually works.
Pocket-sized, party-ready and surprisingly effective. Consider it your smart, supportive ‘busy-period’ hack.
This is one of those fragrances that you spray once and you live with it forever. It’s intoxicating, mysterious and absolutely gets you noticed. During my usual “real world” testing process (because a fragrance has to perform IRL), someone stepped into a lift and said: “Wow… you smell amazing. That smells rich—like money.” So yes. Strong reaction.
It’s warming, musky, ambery—but lifted with citrus so it never tips into cloying or heavy. You get that vivid grapefruit flash at the start, a spark of ginger, then this skin-warm ambergris and resinous depth that just bubbles all day. I know it’s pricey, but I put on two spritz and it lasts from morning to evening. Very much worth the splurge, it goes straight into my Instant Gratification Products list.
Bang & Olufsen reimagine the Beosound A9 through the lens of contemporary artist Jacky Tsai. His signature red Floral Horse artwork transforms the iconic circular speaker into a sculptural collectors piece. Just 10 available (£3,800) exclusively at Bicester Village and the Mayfair boutique.
Champagne lovers rejoice! This one is just for you.
Henriot marks the return of the Cuvée des Enchanteleurs with its 2015 vintage—crafted from six founding Grand Crus in equal proportion. Pale gold, fresh and mineral on the nose with blood peach; lively and balanced on the palate with dried apricot and a smoky honeyed complexity. And, an elegant new design that still honours the House’s heritage.
When it comes to perfumery, Creed get it right—every single time. The latest launch is no exception. Fresh, complex (when a scent has many layers) and unlike anything I’ve smelled before. Timur berry, bergamot and pink pepper lift the opening; rose, geranium and blackcurrant bud transform it into something next level; vetiver, cedarwood and amberwood ground it beautifully. It lasts all day, lingers softly on a scarf, and feels optimistic—like spring bottled.
Next week, Porter Studio takes over General Assembly Gallery in Mayfair with The Apartment—an exhibition curated as a lived-in interior. Furniture, objects and art sit in quiet dialogue. Open 27th February through 1st March.
Address: General Assembly, First Floor, 12 St George St, London W1S 2FB
Art you can carry. Eastpak channels Keith Haring’s iconic heart and Radiant Baby motifs into a collection that celebrates accessibility, self expression and culture. The tote (£55) is joyful, graphic and a wearable slice of history.
Peptides are having a moment. Featuring acetyl hexapeptide-8 (aka “the youth peptide”) and powerful retinoids, this dermatologist-developed night serum promises to firm, smooth, and boost collagen while you sleep. Especially good for oily to combination skin, it balances while delivering both instant and long-term results.
Stylish, practical but also comfortable. Sorry—but sometimes we need the comfort. Built with BIOM® technology (developed after scanning 2,500 athletes’ feet) and GORE-TEX SURROUND®, these are waterproof, breathable and designed to move with your stride, not against it. All-day wear, zero complaints.
Maison Crivelli’s new campaign "Tales of the Adventurer" spotlights two of the brand’s most recognisable extraits de parfum—Cuir Infrarouge (2024) and Safran Secret (2025)—now reintroduced in a new 100ml format. It’s less about travel in the literal sense, more about how scent moves, settles and stays with you.
But we’re here to talk about the candles.
For the first time, both signatures are now available as 190g scented candles—translating their warmth and depth into the home. The throw that the candles emit is seriously impressive. They don’t just scent a space; they create one.
This mask is a game-changer. I tested it on a high-stakes Saturday night—dinner at The Dover Counter, then drinks, fresh off a brutal flu. Everyone commented on my skin. Hydrated, nourished and visibly firmer.
Yes, it’s not cheap (it works out ot just under £20 a mask). But the results? Like you’ve just had a facial. Deep hydration, plumping and illumination—that’s all thanks to some very clever ingredients (Hydrolysed Collagen HX2, Adenosine N7 and a biotech-powered complex, should you care) all delivered through biodegradable bio-cellulose (made from coconuts). Leave it on for 15-20 minutes and peel off glowing. Worth it.
Louis Vuitton continues its Monogram tribute with a cinematic new chapter shot by Glen Luchford and directed by Roman Coppola. Zendaya with the Speedy, Catherine Deneuve with the Alma, Liu Yifei with the Noé, Hoyeon with the Neverfull—each bag reframed as a lifelong travelling companion. Heritage, star power and 130 years of storytelling. Plus, just really great bags.
Shot on the Amalfi Coast, Tod’s SS26 campaign "Italian Stories" captures sun, ease, and that uniquely Italian sense of effortlessness. At the centre? The Gommino—still the ultimate soft-soled statement of quiet luxury, still impeccably made.
Roger Vivier unveils a new monograph with Rizzoli. Curated by Elizabeth Semmelhack and shaped around the five thematic 'salons', the book opens up the Maison's archives, placing original sketches and prototypes in dialogue with contemporary voices including Ines de la Fressange, Catherine Deneuve and Michelle Yeoh. Under the creative direction of Cherardo Felloni, it's a beautifully considered object and full of a rich, colourful history.
This isn’t about fleeting romance—it’s about permanence. Hardware-inspired jewellery designed to be worn daily, layered endlessly and never taken off.
For glass skin devotees. This pink-to-clear peel-off mask is powered by Bio-Collagen and BYOMA’s Tri-Ceraminde Complex, delivering smoother, plumper skin in just 20 minutes.
Commando celebrates twenty years of products that make women feel good in their clothes. A firm favourite of founder Kerry O’Brien, the Butter Luxe Turtleneck is one of those pieces: sculpting, impossibly soft and the kind of piece you wear on repeat without thinking twice.
Refillable antiperspirant that actually works? Finally. Make Waves delivers high-performance protection in scents like jasmine & rose or bergamot & amber—and yes, they actually smell incredible. Sustainable, practical and long overdue.
Founded in 195, Atelier Reul blends apothecary heritage with modern ‘silent luxury’. Vanilla Noir is warm, calming and deeply cocooning.
The first QI 2.2 certified magnetic power bank—and genuinely essential. Fast, stable wireless charging, with thermal control and compact enough for every bag. I never leave home without mine.
Two masters of understatement unite. Victoria Beckham brings her refined design eye to Mackintosh’s heritage outerwear, resulting in a strong capsule of beautifully cut trenches, bombers and classic caban style. The belted trend in brown is pure investment dressing—timeless, chic and done.
Burberry reminds us how to dress for grim weather with style in a music-led SS26 campaign starring a host of cool faces, from Maya Wigram to Sonny Ashcroft alongside the iconic Twiggy. Wet-look trenches, foil denim and slick silhouettes dominate, but it’s the Tavistock brown bag that’s quietly stealing the show. It’s crying out for festival season and a 2005 East London underground party.
Japanese performance-meets-fashion favourite Goldwin has landed in Soho, opening its first ever UK store on Broadwick Street. Designed by Hiroshi Sugimoto’s new Material Research Laboratory, and stocking both Goldwin and Goldwin O, it’s minimalist and brilliant.
Acne Studios does romance the Scandi way—understated and covetable. IMHO the Camero camera bag in ultra-supple suede is the clear winner: soft, slouchy and perfectly sized. Gorgeous. We love it. We want it.
Marella’s Selected By series gets a refresh with Deema Al Asadi. Think saffron yellow, coral pink and talc white, cut in fluid viscose with lace and jacquard details. The jersey draped dress is a standout—timeless, flattering and perfect for a late-winter wedding.
Bluebella’s latest campaign is less about seduction and more about self-expression. Featuring a diverse cast of women speaking candidly about desire and confidence, it reframes lingerie as empowerment—proof that what you wear underneath really does matter. Check out the campaign and the New In section.
Coach doubles down on its love of innovation with Repurposed—a beautifully executed reworking of denim into jackets, trenches and yes, bags. Each piece tells a story. The real hero in our eyes is the reimagined Tabby. Sustainable, cool and already iconic.
Emily Atack steps into her Duchess era as the face of Agent Provocateur SS26. Think late 80s countryside glamour—polka dots, florals and PVC—inspired by Jilly Cooper excess.
Skincare but make it fashion….and fun! Starface teams up with Ashley Williams for a playful, limited-edition drop featuring heart-shaped compacts and strawberry lip balm. Fun, self-aware and designed to be seen—who said spot patches had to be boring?
Founder Georgie Le Roux has spent months sourcing the ultimate vintage Valentine’s edit, and it shows. From rare Swarovski necklaces to one-of-a-kind treasures, every piece feels personal and considered. Romantic, but in a cool-girl way.
Every now and again, there’s a collaboration that makes so much sense you wonder why it wasn’t always a thing. This is one of those moments. Two brands—both effortlessly cool, endlessly chic—coming together to create something deeply covetable.
The connection runs deep: Studio Nicholson has long been part of Lynn Harris’ expertly put-together look, and that gorgeous scent in the Studio Nicholson store? A Perfumer H candle, of course.
Today, I’m enthusing about Soap, a fragrance created as part of the collaboration (one of five pieces, alongside incense, a shirt, trousers and a cap)—because it’s really rather excellent. Clean, but never bland, it opens with a camphoric quality, as creamy musk meets warming ambrox and effervescent aldehydes, before settling into a softly spicy dry-down of cardamon and white pepper. Modern, intimate and addictive—it’s unlike anything I’ve ever smelled before. Fair warning: you will be asked what you’re wearing.
Swarovski leans into playful romance with Charming Love, its Valentine’s Day collection—fronted by Ariana Grande, no less. Designed by Giovanna Engelbert, the new charms reinterpret hearts, arrows and love locks with pavé crystal, bright colours and lacquered finishes. These are pieces made to stack, gift, or buy for yourself, obviously.
If you’re in the market for a new weekend bag, Antler’s Heritage Overnight bag is an excellent all-rounder. Smart, spacious and lightweight, with a sleek profile, it's the perfect solution. It looks pretty good too, and happens to be a style-setter favourite—Lily Allen was spotted carrying hers around Paris Fashion Week. Consider that endorsement enough.
Stella Maxwell fronts Mackage’s Spring/Summer 2026 collection, Oasis. Shot in Los Angeles, the collection is all about lightweight layers, soft tailoring and seasonless versatility inspired by desert landscapes. The standout piece? The suede coat—which just about every stylish woman is currently wearing. Mackage’s version is polished, practical and timeless.
I’ll admit it: I’m deeply loyal to Escentric Molecules. My ride or die scents include Molecule 02, Escentric 02 (both Ambroxan-based, both delicious). But this new iteration? Dangerous!
Molecule 01 + Champaca takes the brand’s cult Iso E Super base and softens it with the creamy, honeyed floral notes of red champaca. The result: Rich yet weightless. Subtly sweet with a hint of wood—and completely addictive. It opens and blooms gently on the skin, then settles into the cocoon-like familiarity of Molecule 01. It's perfect for this time of year when the air is crisp and the layers are plenty. Brace yourself for compliments.
Few fabrics are as storied as Burberry’s gabardine. To mark 170 years of the house, the Gabardine Capsule returns to the great outdoors, shot in Snowdonia and featuring protective outerwear reworked for modern life. Expect parkas, quilted jackets and bombers in brushed cotton nylon gabardine, layered with chunky knits and soft jerseys finished with trench details. Heritage, but cool.
British countryside heritage meets Eastern mythology in Barbour’s first collaboration with Feng Chen Wang. The capsule has just launched and reimagines Barbour icons through the lens of the mythical Long Ma (Dragon-Horse), symbolising strength, freedom and endurance.
The standout piece? The reworked Bedale with colour-contrasting pockets.
The new Body Collection by way of Jones Road—from cream and lotion to scrub, shower gel and oil—is infused with ceramides and nourishing ingredients designed to actually do something. The standout? The Body Oil. It’s glossy but not greasy, absorbs in seconds and leaves skin genuinely smooth. Delicious, comforting and quietly indulgent—this is everyday body care done properly.
Shot by Juergen Teller in Venice, Bottega Veneta’s Summer 2026 campaign is all moody elegance and lived-in beauty (see the full campaign here). Louise Trotter’s debut collection unfolds across palazzos, gardens and moonlit streets, with subtle nods to Venetian icons past and present. There’s tailoring by day, opulence by night and (naturally) a focus on Intrecciato craftsmanship throughout. And while we wait for the official drop, let’s be honest, we’re already plotting life with the Veneta bag, preferably oversized, in pickle green, and just big enough for a MacBook and your daily essentials.
There's a movement happening across the UK—rosé for winter is officially having a moment, and frankly, we’re not fighting it.
Enter Hanikon Rosé, the chic yellow-capped bottle bringing St Barths energy to UK shores, exclusively at Harrods. Already poured at Robuchon Monaco and Eden Roc, expect fresh red berries, citrus zest and a clean, mineral finish that works just as well with oysters as it does with roast chicken. Saturday brunch? Après-ski? Random Tuesday celebration? Absolutely.
Cin Cin looks to the cosmos for SS26, blending retro space-age references with playful futurism. Think shimmering sequins, celestial motifs and graphic prints that feel both nostalgic and fresh. It’s joyful and designed for impact—and yes, these clip-on earrings are exactly what you need to update your look.
