Articles by Valeza Bakolli, Junior Shopping Editor

Valeza Bakolli is Marie Claire’s Junior Shopping Editor, and as such, she’s made it her mission to encourage people to shop mindfully and with purpose. Having previously worked across publications like BuzzFeed and Livingetc., in her role at MC UK she covers all things shopping - from thoroughly road testing the best fitness kit to keeping a finger on the pulse of what’s new in fashion and beauty.

She dedicates hours of her time every day to scouring the online stores, finding the best products online so you don’t have to (from small and sustainable businesses wherever possible, of course).

Carefully collating the best beauty, fashion and health pieces to shop isn’t just her bread and butter, it’s her happy place. She loves writing up an in-depth product review just as much as curating a meaty buying guide, so you can grab a brew and settle in for a long, juicy read.

Valeza Bakolli

Latest articles by Valeza Bakolli

19 housewarming gifts your friends will actually use (and get you invited back again)

I put tons of body creams for dry skin through my scrupulous testing process, and these 13 passed with flying colours

I want my home to look as joyful as humanly possible, and this brand is my go-to for creating exactly that

These Net-a-Porter new in buys come shopping editor approved

Out of thousands of Amazon products, these are the ones our Editors rate most

I’ve scoured through Amazon for hours and trust me - these are the best prices I’ve seen in a while

On the hunt for affordable kit that performs, too? I swear by these buttery soft leggings for all workouts

Hear me out - these at-home Reformer Pilates machines will save you loads on spenny in-studio classes

Amazon Prime Day 2024 is almost over - we've rounded up the very best deals for you to shop before they're gone

This affordable foundation makes me look like a dew drop (in the best possible way) - and it's currently on sale

Need a new work bag? These laptop-friendly styles are both practical and oh-so chic

I'm a Pilates-obsessed Shopping Editor, and these are the Pilates products currently on my wish list

I just discovered the secret to reapplying SPF without disturbing your make-up, and this product is it

I’ve been walking around feeling like a radiant goddess—and it’s all thanks to this shimmering body oil

If you’re bored of adidas Sambas, these 13 alternatives are the perfect swap for summer

As a self-confessed lazy girl, these tinted lip balms make my look luxe with minimal effort

This influencer-approved brand is the secret to elevated summer attire

20 Editor-Approved New In Buys From Arket

Butter yellow athleisure is all I want to wear in this heat: 9 picks that prove it’s the it shade of the summer

I can’t believe it’s taken me this long to try this iconic hair tool - now that I finally have, here’s my honest first impression

The Massimo Dutti sale has just dropped - and I’m ready to spend my entire pay check on these 21 pieces

The Arket sale has just landed, and it's awash with chic summer staples

The Suri toothbrush has revolutionised my morning routine - and it's currently on sale

I have oily skin and I’ve finally found a foundation that makes me look glowy, not greasy in this heat

As a Shopping Editor who’s just moved house, the H&M Home new-in section is calling my name - here’s everything currently in my basket

PSA: these are the only 9 Pilates leggings team MC UK recommend, no slippery or restrictive styles in sight

After a serene summer getaway? This Rhodes resort is the epitome of tailored luxury

As a shopping editor who’s planning her next holiday, trust me - COS, Reformation and Free People are nailing elevated summer attire

I refresh the Zara new in page with embarrassing frequency - here's everything currently in my basket for summer

Trust me, the New Balance sale is really, really good right now - here's everything I’m stocking up on as a cost-conscious Shopping Editor