20 of the best women’s shoes and boots for autumn, from ballet flats to knee-highs Whether it’s sleek slip-ons or stompers that mean business, we’ve got the standout pairs for the changing season The Guardian - UK · Oct 15
When is Black Friday 2026? From dates to early deals The shopping event is your chance to save on Christmas gifting Evening Standard · Oct 14
The Filter is two! 31 things we loved this year, from cloud-like duvets to the perfect running shoe Whether it’s a super-glowy serum or a cult gardening tool, here are our writers’ favourite buys from the past year The Guardian - UK · Oct 9
Put down the pumpkin! How to create a cosy home this autumn – without the cliches From tactile textures to softer lighting, these expert-approved updates bring all the warmth of autumn while steering clear of Sleepy Hollow vibes The Guardian - UK · Oct 7
10 best casserole dishes, tested by a home cook From cast iron classics to lightweight all-rounders, these casserole dishes will earn their keep The Independent UK · Oct 6
Best candle advent calendars for a cosy Christmas at home Set the scent mood with these luxe candle advent calendars for 2026 Evening Standard · Sep 28
‘I may have turned into a sausage by the time you read this’: the best casserole dishes for stews and pasta sauces – tested With autumnal comfort food in mind, it’s time to find the perfect pot for pies, gratins and roasting. Our chef put nine casserole dishes, from Le Creuset to John Lewis, to the test The Guardian - UK · Sep 27
From chunky knits to go-anywhere boots: 52 women’s autumn wardrobe updates (some are even free) Forget a head-to-toe overhaul. Whether it’s swapping loafers for lace-ups or mixing your metals, try these styling tweaks to give your look a fresh seasonal spin The Guardian - UK · Sep 25
In 2023, John Lewis asked board member Nish Kankiwala to become its first CEO; after 3 years of losses, the retailer returned to profit in 2024 under his leadership When Nish Kankiwala arrived at John Lewis in 2023, the retailer was facing a problem that went beyond a weak set of accounts. The business had recorded three consecutive years of losses. Kankiwala's job was to help change that position while also changing how the retailer worked. The Economic Times · Sep 23
John Lewis opens Christmas shop 93 days ahead of the event The retailer’s Christmas shops are now running across all of its stores, selling trees, lights and tableware to decorations, gifts and wrapping. The Independent UK · Sep 23
Create a ‘donation station’ and never buy round containers: professional organisers’ tips for a tidy home Whether it’s streamlining shoes or being strict with toiletries, we asked the experts for the home organisation hacks they swear by The Guardian - UK · Sep 23
Upgrade your WFH space: Stylish desks, storage and stationery for a September reset Upgrade your workspace and clear your mind with these stylish, space-saving desks, modular storage systems, and chic stationery designed for home offices and small spaces Evening Standard · Sep 20
I’ve found the best iPhone 18 Pro deals in the UK These are the best offers from Carphone Warehouse, Tesco Mobile, Sky and more The Independent UK · Sep 14
Your dream university bedroom: how to get that Insta glow-up You’re going to spend a lot of time in your uni room – so don’t just dump your boxes and run. Here’s how to make that space work for you The Guardian - UK · Sep 14
The Guardian - UK · Sep 11 I tested 40 lunch boxes – here are the best in the UK for leaks, looks and sustainability Tired of squashed sarnies and spilt dressing? From stainless steel to insulated to plastic-free, here are the lunch boxes for kids and adults we rate the most
The Guardian - UK · Sep 10 John Lewis losses widen to £124m as shopper confidence dips Retailer says first half was a tougher market than it expected, though Waitrose grew sales
The Independent UK · Sep 8 Has M&S’s ‘hip boost’ bodysuit just confirmed that body shaming is back in fashion? LET’S UNPACK THAT : As the high street retailer launches a £28 bodysuit with exaggerated hip padding, Lydia Spencer-Elliott explores the resurgence of unrealistic pressures to look both thin and as curved as a cartoon character
Evening Standard · Sep 8 Budget 'tax rises': Cabinet minister brushes aside calls to reverse £20bn NI hit on firms so they hire more young people ‘We’ve asked business to pay more in recent years but it's not true to say youth unemployment problem began a year ago,’ says Work Secretary Pat McFadden
The Independent UK · Sep 8 UK retailers to create 100,000 placements for unemployed young people — what you need to know IN FULL
The Guardian - UK · Sep 8 UK retailers aim to create 100,000 jobs for young people out of work In partnership with DWP, firms such as John Lewis and M&S plan to offer 18- to 24-year-olds placements of two to four weeks
The Independent UK · Sep 7 Tesco and John Lewis among UK firms in pledge to create 100,000 jobs to tackle Neets crisis The placements will be offered directly to young universal credit claimants in a programme dubbed ‘Opening Shift’
The Guardian - UK · Sep 7 September is the real new year: 39 brilliant buys to supercharge school, work and everything in between From loafers to lunch boxes to fancy stationery, these picks for kids, teens and grownups will bring that new-term energy, whatever your age
The Independent UK · Sep 7 Waitrose and John Lewis to create 10,000 jobs for Christmas and Black Friday Salaries start from £13 an hour, rising after a month and higher in London
The Independent UK · Sep 7 John Lewis to hire thousands of young workers ahead of busy Christmas JLP offers £13 an hour for seasonal roles, or £14.55 in London