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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LOOKFANTASTIC’s The Box is the best beauty edit I’ve seen for a while - here’s what’s in the April EditIconic beauty buys for a fraction of the price? Yes please
By Valeza Bakolli
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If you have oily eyelids like me, trust me when I tell you that this is the only primer that keeps eyeshadow in place all dayI’ve used it for years and years
By Valeza Bakolli
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I just exfoliated using an ancient Mediterranean method and I've never had smoother, more even toned legs - game changing for summerBye bye winter hibernation skin!
By Valeza Bakolli
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Trust us - you want to have this affordable jewellery brand on your radarSustainable handmade jewellery at sub-£100 prices? Yes please.
By Valeza Bakolli
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The best affordable Dyson Supersonic alternatives for a salon-worthy blow dry at a fraction of the priceTried and tested.
By Valeza Bakolli
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Sol De Janeiro now does suncream and they're the best smelling sunscreens I have ever used - I can guarantee they’ll sell out fastLightweight, non-greasy and delicious smelling
By Valeza Bakolli
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Take our word for it - these satin skirts will elevate any spring outfitYour newest capsule wardrobe piece
By Valeza Bakolli
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16 pieces of spring workwear from COS, Aligne and Jigsaw that are genuinely worth the investmentNail your spring workwear wardrobe with minimal effort
By Valeza Bakolli
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As someone who tries new beauty products for a living, here’s all the Lookfantastic new in bits I have my eye onIncluding what I consider to be the new tanning product of the year…
By Valeza Bakolli
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I just revisited a beauty product from over a decade ago and it's the answer to long, natural-looking lashesDoes this mascara really suit everyone?
By Valeza Bakolli
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The best baby gifts that they’ll actually get use out ofBecause nobody wants another impersonal baby gift hamper
By Valeza Bakolli
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I blind-tested this calming skincare range over the past few months, and I’ve never received so many compliments on my skinWearing foundation is now a thing of the past
By Valeza Bakolli
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I have ridiculously dry lips but this new peptide balm has been their saving graceWith some gorgeous new shades for spring
By Valeza Bakolli
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Celebrities can’t get enough of this affordable designer bag brandHaving tried it ourselves, we have to agree
By Valeza Bakolli
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We found the best Eid gifts to treat your loved ones to this yearFrom gourmet dates to luxury candles
By Valeza Bakolli
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Trust me, you don’t want to miss out on these Easter egg dealsHop to it
By Valeza Bakolli
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As a shopping editor, trust me—these beauty tool deals are too good to missWith up to 63% off GHD, Real Techniques and more
By Valeza Bakolli
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I don’t shop often, but these 9 home items from Amazon will stand the test of timeAnd they're all currently discounted in the sale
By Valeza Bakolli
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I'm a professional online shopper—these 17 cult beauty products are the most affordable I've ever seen themIncluding up to 62% off GHD, CeraVe and more
By Valeza Bakolli
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I’m moving house—these are the home items I’m picking up in the Amazon Spring SaleAir fryers, chic decor and more at 60% off? Yes please.
By Valeza Bakolli
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I’m travelling a lot this spring - 22 on-sale items I’m not leaving home withoutFrom chic clothes steamers to on-trend luggage
By Valeza Bakolli
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Rat & Boa is our go-to for wedding guest dresses—these are the founders’ top 10 picksWe want them all
By Valeza Bakolli
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Clinique’s Superdefense City Block has been my go-to SPF moisturiser for over 10 years - here’s whyI’ve stuck by it through thick and thin (and highly-reactive skin)
By Valeza Bakolli
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19 Anthropologie sale picks - as chosen by our editorsHere’s what we’d spend on in the up-to-70%-off Anthropologie sale
By Valeza Bakolli
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This sellout diffuser is, hands down, the chicest I've ever seen—and it's *finally* back in stockI've never wanted a diffuser more
By Valeza Bakolli
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I'm obsessed with loungewear that's chic and comfy - and these lululemon cargos tick all the right boxesWear them from your workout to the office
By Valeza Bakolli
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Forget chocolate eggs - we're celebrating with the Lookfantastic Beauty Egg this Easter (and saving nearly £150 on products)It’s a cracking deal
By Valeza Bakolli


