
Valeza Bakolli
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.
Latest articles by Valeza Bakolli
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We Love Alo Yoga Athleisurewear All Year Round, but Now Is Arguably the Best Time to Invest in Our Top PicksInvestments for life.
By Valeza Bakolli
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Acupressure Mats Were the Unexpected Boost My Sleep Needed as a Busy Editor – 6 to Shop for Every BudgetMy top-rated and expert-approved selection
By Valeza Bakolli
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After Trying Dozens of Designs, Trust Us—These Are the Best Razors That Money Can BuyThese work for even sensitive skin and stubborn hair
By Valeza Bakolli
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All of These Chic Summer Staples are Under £100 in Anthropologie's Seasonal SaleEveryday dresses and breathable linens aplenty
By Valeza Bakolli
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Amazon Prime Day 2025 Ends in Just a Few Hours—We’ve Rounded Up the Very Best Deals for You to Shop Before They’re GoneOur carefully curated list
By Valeza Bakolli
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It’s the Perfect Weather for Sports Skirts – Enter, the Only 8 Team MC UK Really RateThe perfect addition to your summer workout wardrobe.
By Valeza Bakolli
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There’s a Reason Free People Brings Back these Dresses Year after Year19 timeless-yet-chic styles to shop now
By Valeza Bakolli
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Trust Us, We Test Kit for a Living: These Are the 8 Best Pilates Unitards You Can BuyWe’ve got you covered - quite literally.
By Valeza Bakolli
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I asked fitness experts for the Pilates tops they can't live without - these 11 were, hands down, their favouritesFor expert and editor-approved picks, read on
By Valeza Bakolli
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Gisou has just added three new shades to its sought-after lip oil line-up—trust me, they're going to sell fastSpoiler alert: I’m obsessed with them all
By Valeza Bakolli
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I found the most indulgent self love gifts to treat yourself to this Valentine’s DayBecause you deserve it
By Valeza Bakolli
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Left your Christmas shopping to the last minute? Here are 27 thoughtful and stylish gifts you can still get in time for ChristmasMany of these last minute Christmas gifts come from small businesses too - it’s a win-win
By Valeza Bakolli
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The best beauty advent calendars of 2024 are almost all sold out—some of the best you can still buy todayAct fast to get those beauty savings
By Valeza Bakolli
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According to Google these are the 10 most popular beauty advent calendars - act fast, they're already selling outTime to make your move
By Valeza Bakolli
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I'm notoriously picky about pyjamas - here are 10 of the most stylish setsSo good you'll want to wear them out
By Valeza Bakolli
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The more you use this concealer, the less you need to use it - it’s my skin-brightening secret for dull autumnal morningsDaylight saving, who?
By Valeza Bakolli
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I get complimented every single time I wear this lip liner—so it’s become my go-to for autumnFrom the shade to the smooth finish, it never fails me
By Valeza Bakolli
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As a beauty expert I cannot fault this new neutral-toned kit - it's effortless, natural-looking make-up and pure autumnal perfectionI would use every single product
By Valeza Bakolli
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I've rounded up everything the MC UK Editors have in their Amazon baskets - and it's your last chance to shop these dealsWe'd buy these even if they weren't discounted
By Valeza Bakolli
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Skincare fans assemble—you can save 63% with the Elemis beauty advent calendar this yearYes, you read that right
By Valeza Bakolli
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Pilates bands are the latest affordable way to boost your at-home workouts - 6 Editor and expert-approved top picksUp your workouts for less.
By Valeza Bakolli
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The high street sales are killing it ATM - 21 expensive-looking autumn pieces under £100 that are too good to pass upTimeless staples for less
By Valeza Bakolli
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These new products make for *the* most comforting, autumnal body care routine I've ever experiencedThey feel like a deep, warm hug
By Valeza Bakolli
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The sold out 14.99 Aldi hair dryer is back in stores this week—here are my *very* honest thoughtsIs it a Dyson dupe?
By Valeza Bakolli
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Don’t sleep on high street outerwear - 10 of the chicest autumn coats I found for under £200Elevate your autumn wardrobe for less
By Valeza Bakolli
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Feeling Autumnal? I'm fussy, but these get my vote as the best walking workout clothes for your next cosy girl walkBring on the ankle weights, matching sets and PSLs.
By Valeza Bakolli
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I'm overjoyed - I’ve finally found a product that evens out redness without making the rest of my skin look dullA dream for my sensitive skin
By Valeza Bakolli


