Hot List 2026: The Best New Things to Shop, Book and Know

What’s new, now and next

A guest (L) wears a black zipper hood sweater, a blue striped print pattern high neck / turtleneck wool pullover, a white and brown print pattern shoulder bag, a black shiny leather belt, faded blue denim large pants, a guest wears a beige V-neck t-shirt, a brown faded leather jacket, a belt, black denim pants, a guest (R) wears short cropped black hair, a black leather shoulder bag with a chain strap and gold key charm, a long black wool coat with notched lapels, a white T-shirt with a navy crew neckline, indigo straight-leg denim jeans fastened with a brown leather belt with a large gold rectangular buckle, outside Sportmax, during Milan Fashion Week - Womenswear Spring/Summer 2026, on September 26, 2025 in Milan, Italy
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Welcome to the 2026 edition of Hot List—the Marie Claire guide to everything worth knowing, wanting and experiencing right now. We cut through the noise to bring you the most exciting launches, destinations and moments across fashion, beauty, lifestyle, food and culture.

From interiors updates that instantly elevate your home to the most covetable beauty launches, the fashion collaborations everyone’s talking about, and the restaurants lighting up your feed (we’ll tell you if they’re actually worth the hype), this is your insider edit of what’s new and notable.

Each week, we track the best products dropping in stores, the coolest things to do, see and eat, and the little luxuries that make everyday life feel more considered. Whether it’s an A-list-approved treatment (like a hot new facial), a must-have coffee table book or a perfectly chosen gift, Hot List is your expertly curated guide to shopping, style and culture—designed to inspire, inform and keep you one step ahead.

WHERE TO EAT

Inspired by Tokyo’s vibrant nightlife, CLAP London brings contemporary Japanese dining to the heart of Knightsbridge. Set across two floors, the sixth-floor restaurant features live sushi and robata counters, creating an energetic and immersive atmosphere. Upstairs, the stylish bar and lounge showcase striking chandeliers inspired by traditional Japanese craftsmanship, leading onto a hidden rooftop terrace with sweeping views, including the iconic rooftop of Harrods.

Ideal for post-shopping lunches, client meetings or after-work drinks, the terrace hosts daily Golden Hours with specially priced cocktails, bubbles and rosé, paired with signature bar bites. A weekday three-course Set Menu offers bold flavours such as Beef Tenderloin and Salmon Teriyaki, while the lively weekend brunch combines Japanese delicacies with DJs and live music.

WHAT TO SHOP

Sunil Makan
Editor

Sunil Makan is the Editor of British Marie Claire. With over 15 years of publishing experience, working on print publications and their digital counterparts, national newspapers and digital pure plays he is an Editor, Strategist, Content Producer, Creative Director and Brand Consultant.

Sunil’s specialisms include Fashion, Beauty and Grooming, Lifestyle and Culture. Prior to Marie Claire, Sunil worked at ELLE, InStyle and Shortlist Media and freelanced at various other titles.