Marks and Spencer's £25 hooded cardigan compared to a dressing gown as it's 'so warm'

Christmas is fast approaching, so if you're keen to have a little reshuffle of the décor in your home, you're going to want to read on. Bright colours and neon lights are all the rage this year so we've had a deep dive to find our favourite Christmas themed décor for you- and much of it is in that style. There's everything from colourful tree toppers to eye-catching gift wrap, garlands and baubles.

For many fashion fans looking for wardrobe staples that will stand the test of time, Marks and Spencer is a trusted 'go to'. One of the high-street brand's best-loved items going into the wint er months is the M&S Collection £19.50 Crew Neck Button Front Cardigan, which comes in eight different colours, and can be paired with virtually any dress or trouser and top combo.

Marks and Spencer fans are heaping praise on a dress which they're calling 'classy, flattering and comfortable'. The dress, which can be worn over winter jumpers and roll-neck styles, is claimed to be 'amazing quality', and can be paired with everything from winter boots to trainers.

OK! has put together a comprehensive guide to the shopping event with answers to common questions like when is Black Friday 2023? If there’s one thing that will always add a little bit of luxury to your life, it’s cashmere. From cosy jumpers to chic hats and scarves, the ultra-soft, cosy material is perfect for elevating your winter wardrobe.

While it was once the Boxing Day sales that were the most anticipated shopping day of the year, the last decade has seen a new challenger. Black Friday sales have long been a staple in the US, but the tradition of the final Friday of November price slash only made it to these shores just over 10-years ago.

Toniebox, the toy beloved by parents keen to minimise screen time, has kicked off a huge Black Friday sale.The brand has started their Black Friday sale early, offering big discounts on many of their most loved characters, from Frozen to Batman.The Toniebox is a squishy speaker that doubles as a musical storybox for children.This colourful cube has a slot for special characters, known as Tonies, which when placed on top, play stories, songs or music related to that character. Every Toniebox comes with a unique starter Creative-Tonie, allowing parents or grandparents to record their own voices onto the gadget.This is perfect for storytime when families can't be together.There are over 200 extra Tonie characters available for purchase, catering to all ages and interests, including Disney princesses, Peppa Pig, Spider-Man, Coco-Melon and classic stories from authors like Julia Donaldson, Paddington Bear and more.

A Kenwood stand mixer with brilliant reviews has been discounted on Amazon for Black Friday. Originally £479.99, the appliance is now discounted by 55%, and costs just £217.49! The Kenwood kMix is mostly out of stock in blue from other retailers. However, John Lewis sells a red (£229.99) and cream version (£200), while Kenwood's remaining stock is priced between £229 and £239.99.

OK! has put together a comprehensive guide to the shopping event with answers to common questions like when is Black Friday 2023? When it comes to makeup bag must-haves, there’s nothing better than a good lip balm, especially with the colder weather, low humidity and high winds leaving our lips feeling chapped and a little worse for wear. From keeping your lips smooth and hydrated to adding an extra sheen to your usual lippy, a good lip balm really is the ultimate multi-use product, and it seems even celebs know the power of the seemingly innocuous beauty staple.

A Marks and Spencer fan says she loves one of the brand's winter coats so much, she's 'not stopped wearing' it since buying it. According to the fashion fan, the coat keeps her bone dry during heavy rain showers on dog walks, and is warm and insulated without looking or feeling bulky.

Remember your first pair of Ugg boots? If you thought that this was a fashion trend destined to remain firmly in the 00s then think again. With celebs like Hailey Bieber, Jennifer Lopez and Gigi Hadid all seen sporting them over the last year, Uggs are well and truly back for winter 2023. Ugg boots don't come cheap, however nowadays the high street is full of lookalike alternatives.

Marks and Spencer customers are heaping praise on a cardigan that doubles as a jacket. The Chanel-inspired Cardigan has been described as 'looking much more expensive than it is' and a 'useful addition for autumn/winter'.

Marks and Spencer fans have fallen head over heels for a floaty dress that can easily be paired with winter boots or trainers. The 'no-iron' M&S dress, which has been designed as 'slimming', has a design which fashion fans insists 'flatters the waist', and will easily cover up any lumps, bumps or insecurties.

New Look customers are raving about a pair of sequin trousers that are 'perfect' for the festive period. The flattering wide-leg trousers, which have a design that will skirt over bloated tummies, have been praised for being comfortable, while remaining modest thanks to a hidden lining.

The first look at John Lewis's Christmas advert is a highlight of the festive season every year, and this year's is no exception. The 2023 John Lewis Christmas ad sees a young boy grow a mischievous Venus flytrap in place of a traditional Christmas tree with tenor Andrea Bocelli providing the rousing soundtrack. And if this has got you hankering for some new cosy clothes and festive knits, here's how you can buy one of the exact jumpers seen on screen – and for 20% off its usual price.

Marks and Spencer customers are heaping on praise on an outfit which they say is 'so snuggly and warm', they're not worried about the chilly winter weather' anymore. The Fleece Hooded Long Dressing Gown is a M&S Collection staple that is guaranteed to keep you warm and cosy in the harsh months.

Although Black Friday is still two weeks away, several big name stores have already kickstarted their sales a little early, to help shoppers at home beat the rush ahead of Christmas. Among these is department store John Lewis, who have slashed the price on a number of products across the store, with huge discounts on everything from air fryers to vacuum cleaners, and even stand mixers to laptops.

Christmas is just around the corner and with three weeks to go until advent begins, retailers have reduced the cost of beauty calendars ahead of Black Friday.

Designer beauty brand Charlotte Tilbury is known for its high-ticket price makeup and skincare. Albeit desirable, the brand, which sells foundation, concealer, primer, mascara and skincare, is out of reach for many Brits in terms of budget.

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