44 h. ago Magnum photographer Alex Webb’s 2026 Lavazza calendar – in pictures

The coffee brand Lavazza engaged Alex Webb, a contemporary street photographer from the Magnum Photos agency, for its 2026 calendar, which explores the rich tapestry of elements that make up the Italian lifestyle Continue reading...

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3 d. ago Final call for £89 advent calendar that made an editor’s 'jaw drop' as stock runs low

The Wonders Advent Calendar 2025 has sold out for three years in a row and features 12 award-winning skincare products worth £935

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4 d. ago Why did I ever buy my kids refillable advent calendars? | Zoe Williams

Twenty-four tiny drawers of fun stuff sounds delightful – but not when you’re the one filling the thingMaybe 10 years ago, I bought permanent Advent calendars for the kids: Scandi-looking Christmas houses with 24 tiny drawers, from Sainsbury’s. I think my original plan was that some of the draws could contain something other than chocolate, not because I’m the kind of almond mum who won’t let anyone eat sweets before breakfast, but because their dad and I are separated and have them half the time each, so it wasn’t unusual for them to wake up and have six Lindt chocolate balls to chomp through before they’d opened their curtains.The tiny drawers are a curse. Some years I could only find stuff for one of the kids (erasers in the shape of hedgehogs; lip balm); other years, a different one was in luck (Lego Yodas; magnets). It was never, ever fair. One year, I found tons of different batteries for the drawers, and I thought it was the most genius thing I’d ever done, but they said: “Ho...

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9 d. ago Budget 2025 calendar with all important dates for when each big change kicks in

From changes to the state pension, to when the tax thresholds will finally be unfrozen, here is everything you need to know

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1 week ago This is officially the best advent calendar to buy in London for Christmas 2025

This is officially the best advent calendar to buy in London for Christmas 2025  Time Out Worldwide

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1 week ago The 12 best London advent calendars to buy for Christmas 2025

The 12 best London advent calendars to buy for Christmas 2025  Time Out Worldwide

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2 w. ago Best advent calendars you can still buy this weekend including one to make home cosy

From stationery to socks, beauty and bath products, our team of shopping experts have chosen their top tried and tested advent calendar for 2025, with prices starting from £18 - but you'll need to be quick

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2 w. ago ‘Superfluous consumerism’: adult Advent calendar trend alarms green groups

Trend is adding to ‘waste crisis’ owing to individual packaging and potential for unwanted items, campaigners sayThe trend for Advent calendars aimed at adults is “superfluous consumerism” that adds to excessive and wasteful consumption, according to environmental groups.While once children excitedly opened a door each day to see what festive picture lay behind it, adults can now count down the days to Christmas with calendars containing everything from luxury beauty products to instant mashed potato. Continue reading...

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2 w. ago Black Friday deal 73% off the L’Oréal Paris holidays beauty advent calendar 2025 is a beauty lover's dream

L’Oréal Paris holidays 2025: 24-day festive beauty advent calendar gift set

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2 w. ago I unboxed Lookfantastic’s 2025 beauty advent calendar – is it the best value Christmas countdown?

The line-up for 2025 includes the likes of Elemis, Sol De Janeiro, Mac, Color Wow and Medik8

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2 w. ago I’m in my 40s, and No7’s beauty advent calendars are perfect for mature skin

This year’s offerings from the beauty brand are worth more than ever

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2 w. ago Next’s beauty advent calendar is cheaper than most, but one of the best

The Christmas countdown features a stellar lineup of products

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2 w. ago From beer and grooming to caviar, the best advent calendars for men 2025

Abha Shah explores this year’s top advent calendars tailored for men, featuring everything from luxury grooming products to booze-filled boxes

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2 w. ago 'I unboxed Cult Beauty's advent calendar filled with £1,100 worth of favourites'

The Cult Beauty Advent Calendar 2025 is worth £1,100 but retails for £250 - shopping writer Lucy Addicott took a look inside to see whether it's worth the money

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3 w. ago Best alternative advent calendars of 2025: Stationery, sex toys, coffee and caviar

The countdown to the most wonderful time of year starts here

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3 w. ago Debenhams' £700 MAC and Estée Lauder beauty advent calendar reduced by £600 for Black Friday

In total, there are 37 products stashed within the 2025 Beauty Advent Calendar

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3 w. ago 'I tried the £65 beauty advent calendar worth £583 and it felt like a five

Beauty writer Lucy Addicott unboxed the Flanerie Beauty Advent Calendar 2025 and discovered hard-working, unique skincare ingredients

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3 w. ago I’m a wellbeing editor and this is my favourite advent calendar of 2025

If you’re a wellness enthusiast, the Healf advent calendar should be top of your wish list

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3 w. ago Daily Star's ultimate advent calendar guide 2025, from chocolate to beauty and Disney

EXCLUSIVE: (Contains affiliate links) The Daily Star tried around 40 different advent calendars and other bits, and has narrowed it down to just seven, plus one hamper and three tipples

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4 w. ago 'I unboxed the Lush advent calendar and it has a little bit of everything'

Lush brought out its 2025 Advent Calendar and Beauty Writer Rachel Williams was lucky enough to get her hands on it.

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