Valeza Bakolli
Valeza Bakolli is Marie Claire’s Junior Shopping Editor. She previously worked at BuzzFeed, where she honed her skills in all things shopping - from gift guide curation to being first on the scene to feature the latest fashion and beauty drops.
Finding the best bargains online is her happy place (an under-£500 vintage Chanel handbag is her best purchase to date), and when she’s not scouring the sales you’ll find her either getting glammed up for brunch with friends or slumped in front of her latest Netflix obsession - it’s all about balance, you see.
She’s made it her mission to encourage people to shop mindfully and with purpose. That’s why she dedicates hours of her time every day to finding the best products online so you don’t have to - from small and sustainable businesses wherever possible, of course.
Latest articles by Valeza Bakolli
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Trust us, we test kit for a living: these are the 9 best Pilates unitards you can buy
We’ve got you covered - quite literally.
By Valeza Bakolli
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I just found the perfect Mother’s Day gifts at H Samuel—and they're all at least 20% off
Get your mum the gift she deserves—for less
By Valeza Bakolli
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This brand makes glowing skin with long-lasting coverage feel effortless - here are my top picks
If you love to look glowy but not greasy, read on
By Valeza Bakolli
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Missoma is offering 20% off nearly everything this weekend—and we have an early access code for you
You are very welcome
By Valeza Bakolli
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Our readers have dubbed this hair styler the best Dyson Airwrap alternative and after testing it, I have to agree
You’ll be saving both money and time
By Valeza Bakolli
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The sell-out £14.99 Aldi hair dryer is back in stock—I tried it for myself to see what all the fuss was about
Read on for my honest review
By Valeza Bakolli
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I have it on good authority—these are the GelBottle colours everyone's asking for in salons right now
If you're looking for nail inspiration, read on
By Valeza Bakolli
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I’ve used the same concealer for over a decade—it’s the beauty industry's secret to imperceptible coverage
Whether I’m wearing a full face of foundation or am mostly make-up free, this concealer has my back
By Valeza Bakolli
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No, I'm not wearing lash extensions—this new mascara is just *that* good
It lifts, lengthens and separates all at once
By Valeza Bakolli
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After trying dozens of designs, trust us—these are the best razors that money can buy
We’re super picky with razors, but these ones work for even sensitive skin and stubborn hair
By Valeza Bakolli
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I’ve adored this brand’s affordable mascaras for years—this one is definitely my new favourite
It’s become my go-to for natural-looking volume
By Valeza Bakolli
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My perfect red cardigan is currently on sale—along with all of Boden’s new-in bits
Machine washable, 100% cashmere for less? Yes please
By Valeza Bakolli
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Jones Road just released nail polishes inspired by the 'supermodel' manicure—here's my verdict as an editor
If you’re into classic 90s-inspired manis, read on
By Valeza Bakolli
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I'm a fussy Shopping Editor but was pleasantly surprised when I put this sustainable and chic electric toothbrush to the test
Would it meet all my carefully-considered criteria?
By Valeza Bakolli
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We found the best winter sun outfit ideas—whether you’re headed to the beach or on a city break
Get us to Antigua—stat
By Valeza Bakolli
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This footwear brand has just released an elevated take on the mesh ballerina trend—and we want every single style
Consider your spring footwear sorted
By Valeza Bakolli
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I found the most indulgent self love gifts to treat yourself to this Valentine’s Day
Because you deserve it
By Valeza Bakolli
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We found the best Valentine's Day outfit ideas - no matter what your plans are
From dinner dates to drinks with the girls
By Valeza Bakolli
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As an acne-prone beauty editor—this skin-loving make-up brand has kept me glowing all winter
My make-up bag just got an upgrade
By Valeza Bakolli
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If money was no object, these are the luxury gifts our editors would love to receive
Absolutely not dropping any hints here…
By Valeza Bakolli
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I just tried a 'waterless' shampoo on my fine, flyaway-prone hair—here are my honest thoughts
Does it actually perform as well as a regular shampoo?
By Valeza Bakolli
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This lingerie brand has nailed two of the biggest trends of 2024—so if you can’t decide whether you’re a Mob Wife or a Coquette Girl, read on
Luxury meets on-trend design
By Valeza Bakolli