Welcome to our monthly need-to-know list of all the latest and greatest releases that should be on your radar. Here at ES Best, we’ve constantly got our ears to the ground on the lookout for the newest fashion, events, and food and drink, so you don’t have to.
With a full time job, busy social life, and ever growing Instagram feed, it can be hard to keep up with all the newness out there. From sell-out collections, to limited edition collaborations, with exclusive events and brand new store unveilings in between, we’ve got you covered so you don’t miss out on a thing.
If you’re ever at a loss of something to do on the weekend, or need to itch the I-need-to-buy-something scratch, we’ll be keeping this page up-to-date all month, so make sure to add it to your bookmarks so you’ve got the insider’s guide right at your fingertips.
With Christmas just around the corner, your gifting needs will be satisfied by the range of new collections on offer. Whether you’re in the market for a Liberty print pyjama set or a pair of boots ready for the wet winter season, any lucky recipient will be beaming when they unwrap what’s under the tree.
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Carhartt WIP X Liberty Paisley Park Liberty Print Pyjama Set
Carhartt WIP and Liberty have collaborated on a capsule collection including a set of pyjamas, an eye mask, and a carry-on suitcase created by luxury luggage brand Globetrotter.
The entire range uses Liberty’s Paisley Park fabric which is a reworking of a mid-70s artwork found in the department store’s archive. The perfect gift for anyone who wants to hunker down in style this December.
Buy now £260.00, Liberty
Tekla X Jacquemus Fashion & Lifestyle Capsule Collection
Sleepwear favourite Tekla and the Parisian ready to wear label Jacquemus, which you’re sure to have seen scrolling your IG feed, have designed a capsule of bedding in contrasting patterns, sleepwear-inspired pieces and exaggerated terry towels which are crafted from 100 per cent organic cotton and French flax linen. A collection that seamlessly blends the aesthetics of both brands, it’s a surefire sellout so you’ll need to get in there quick to avoid disappointment. Starts at £35.
Buy now, Tekla
Chloé X Barbour Matchesfashion Collection
As the first luxury fashion house to collaborate with the heritage British outdoorsy brand, Chloé’s collection with Barbour marks a new era for the label.
Designed by creative director Gabriela Hearst, the eight-piece collection includes a coat and jacket, which both feature the Chloé’s classic ruffled winged silhouette, as well as a ultra-chic hooded cape, boots and accessories, perfect for any stylish lover of the outdoors, whether it’s for rambling in the countryside or just strolling through Hyde Park.
Only available until December 9 at MatchesFashion, alongside a pop-up exhibition at the retailer’s townhouse, 5 Carlos Place, make sure you add your favourite piece to your basket before it sells out.
Starts at £440.
Buy now, MatchesFashion
Palladium + Finisterre Pallatrooper Hiker WP+
For the third instalment of their collaboration, French explorer brand Palladium, which dates back to the 1920s, and Cornwall-based outdoor label Finisterre have designed a sustainable hiking boot in two colourways.
Palladium’s iconic boot has been given an eco-friendly makeover with microfibre and organic canvas, and features a fully waterproof construction, an insulating merino wool lining and a chunky cleated sole to combat even the harshest of winter conditions, whether you’re trailing Cornwall’s rugged coast or hiking in the Alps.
Buy now £170.00, Finisterre
Aries X XOUXOU Phone Necklace
Accessories brand XOUXOU has joined forces with cult favourite streetwear label Aries to design a snakeskin printed phone case that can be styled as a pocket chain, a necklace, a bracelet, or even a bag, and looks great when paired with the limited edition silk scarf. If you’ve got an iPhone 12 - 14, it’s a collaboration you won’t want to miss out on.
Buy now £100.00, XOUXOU
Lacoste X Goop Limited-Edition Collection
Calling all Gwyneth Paltrow fans! The actor’s cult lifestyle brand, Goop, has teamed up with Lacoste to design a collection that references the iconic striped polo dress worn by the A-lister in the early noughties. Brimming with vintage appeal, the hero pieces include a retro navy jumpsuit and an oversized knit with contrast cuffs. Starts at £115.
Buy now, Lacoste
Jimmy Choo x Timberland
Bringing together two ends of the shoe universe, Jimmy Choo has leant its signature style to Timberland again to create a fresh capsule collection. Inspired by the Big Apple, Choo’s creative director Sandra Choi reimagines Timberland's iconic yellow boot in high-octane colours (think bubblegum pink and metallic gold splashes), some designs sporting heels while others are covered completely in Swarovski crystals. Prices from £595.
Buy now £595.00, Jimmy Choo
Snoop Dogg stars in SKIMS' new Christmas campaign
Christmas pictures in matching PJs is a long-held family traditon; one that Snoop Dogg and his clan are taking part in with help with SKIMS. The legendary rapper stars in the Kim Kardashian-owned brand's latest holiday campaign alongside this wife, kids and grandchildren as the 'family of the year'.
“I feel so blessed that three generations of my family were able to come together for the SKIMS Holiday campaign! It’s the first time we’ve been featured in a campaign all together and we all loved the super soft, comfy outfits,” said Snoop Dogg. “The Broadus family will definitely be wearing matching SKIMS this holiday season!"
Wearing SKIMS Cozy Collection and SKIMS Fleece Sleep Sets, it's a wholesome look we can't wait to copy.
Buy now, Selfridges
TK Maxx Choose Love this Christmas
TK Maxx may be known as the place to pick up designer bargains for less, but this winter the store has teamed up with refugee charity Choose Love to present a limited edition collection to support the cause.
The line up includes cosy loungewear emblazoned with the famous Choose Love logo and font, offering a new winter uniform that not only looks good, but does good too - a portion of the sales from each piece will go towards supporting the charity's humanitarian work. Prices from £12.99.
Buy now £12.99, TK Maxx
Asda's George partners with Fareshare on Christmas PJs
The supermarket's clothing arm has teamed up with food redistribution charity FareShare to come up with a range of PJs for the whole family this Christmas. Covered in a fun gingerbreak-themed print, 10 per cent of sales wil be donated to the charity. The adorable collection comes in adult sizes as well as kids and infants.
Prices from £7.
Buy now £7.00, Asda
Trainline and RÆBURN launch track-suit inspired by train seat patterns
Sustainable fashion champion RÆBURN has partnered with Trainline to form a bespoke unisex tracksuit inspired by train seat patterns. The eyecatching leisurewear can be found on WWF with 100 per cent of the proceeds going to the charity. What’s more, each purchase includes a digital railcard, encouraging you to take more journeys by rail.
Buy now £70.00, WWF
Yinka Ilori opens pop-up in Shoreditch
In need of a dopamine-boosting rush of colour? Head to Shoreditch to find Yinka Ilori's brand new pop-up store, a boon in these grey days. The store is packed with the British-Nigerian designer's joyful art and homewares with bold typography and inspiration from West African architecture. Best of all, shopping there will spread Christmas cheer to the people who need it the most: a percentage of profits will go to the charity Shelter.
Buy now, Yinka Ilori
Watch a Christmas classic for free
If you're not quite feeling the festive vibes yet, there's nothing like a Christmas film to get you in the spirit. Leave the new releases for weekend viewing and head out west to catch Elf on the big screen - for free.
Ealing Broadway has partnered with local cinema the Ealing Project to put on filve completely free screenings of the Will Ferrell movie. The movie will play every day from December 5 - 9 taking place at 4pm each afternoon. There are only 60 seats up for grabs so book your free tickets here.
Buy now, Ealing Project
The Dorchester launches designer sunglasses
Legendary Park Lane hotel The Dorchester is the place to see and be seen. Now you can see it in a whole new way thanks to a new collaboration between the hotel and Italian eyewear company Sestini. The two have come up with a pair of limited edition luxury sunglasses, pairing conscious, sustainable fashion with the chic stylings both parties are world famous for. There are only 40 pairs available, so if you want a pair - be quick.
Buy now £499.00, The Dorchester
Cointreau
Freshen up your Christmas drinks trolley with the new look Cointreau. The orange liqueur creator is the key ingredient in cocktails like a Margarita and Cosmopolitan. A welcome break from all that hot chocolate and eggnog.
Find more festive drinks here, and raise a toast to Christmas!
Buy now £13.50, Waitrose
Just Eat offers free deliveries for December
In a month that’s all about treating yourself, it’s nice if, occasionally, there’s someone else doing the treating. Enter Just Eat, who for all of December is waiving delivery charges on some of the biggest restaurant chains in the country: think McD’s, Burger King, KFC, Greggs and more. The deal is for Just Eat members in London and Manchester: find free delivery in the filter section on the website or app.
Buy now, Just Eat
IKEA launches Winter Sale
Looking to spruce up your home before Christmas? IKEA’s Winter Sale is now on, giving you the chance to update your home before the big day for up to 70 per cent less. There’s markdowns across the board from home and outdoor furniture to soft furnishings and kids accessories too.
And if you’ve waited until the last minute to get your Christmas decorations in order, the VINTERFINTLED artificial Christmas tree is now just £25, down 64 per cent from its original price of £70. Find more Christmas trees - real and faux - here.
Buy now, IKEA
Rowing Blazers X Hunter Wellington Boots
Iconic British heritage brand Hunter have collaborated with cult brand Rowing Blazers on a capsule of wellington boots which takes the former’s classic boots and injects them with a touch of fun thanks to the latter’s playful aesthetic.
Featuring two of the American brand’s signature patterns, the croquet stripe and zig zag pattern, these are wellies designed to spark joy. Available on both brand’s websites, they make for the perfect Christmas gift for any lover of the outdoors.
Buy now, Rowing Blazers
Malone Souliers X Emily in Paris
With Emily in Paris returning for season 3 on December 21, what better way to get excited than with a new pair of shoes made in collaboration with the show?
Luxury footwear label Malone Souliers have designed an entire collection of mules, stilettos, and pumps adorned with eyecatching and eclectic details, from bows, to hearts, to flowers, so you can live your best Emily Cooper life - even if you’re not in the city of love itself.
Buy now, Malone Souliers
