THE SUMMER EDIT | NEW BRANDS, NOTABLE LAUNCHES & SEASONAL FAVOURITES TO KNOW
This sweltering Summer is bringing with it a fresh crop of discoveries worth knowing about. From a digital detox retreat designed to help you properly switch off, to innovative sun defence, a margarita ready to pour, frozen hot chocolate and luxurious new haircare, The Summer Edit brings together the brands, products and experiences we’re loving this season - all designed to make summer feel that little bit more comfortable and indulgent.
Meet Archie: Your Digital Detox
Swap screen time for slow living with Archie, Unplugged’s new food-focused cabin in the picturesque Vale of Belvoir. Created in partnership with Big Green Egg, this beautifully considered retreat combines outdoor cooking, a wood-fired hot tub and the simple pleasure of reconnecting with nature. In a world that rarely stops, time away from notifications, emails and endless scrolling is both a luxury and a necessity.
Abode’s Aruna Round LED Mirror, £299
The modern bathroom’s finishing touch: an LED back-lit mirror that casts a beautifully considered glow and a touch of hygge. Adjust the brightness and colour temperature to suit the hour, while discreet demisting keeps the glass pristine. Abode’s Aruna Round LED Mirror is available in refined finishes and framed or unframed designs, bringing a quietly sophisticated edge to your bathroom.
Tappwater InlinePro SMR™, £130
Everyone’s talking about water filtration right now, and for good reason. InlinePro SMR uses a five-stage filtration system designed to remove over 100 contaminants, while Swedish Mineral Rock™ technology supports natural remineralisation. Tap water is transformed into fresher, cleaner-tasting water you can trust, glass after glass; because better water isn’t simply about what you take out, but what you put back in.
BottlePro Adventure Filter Bottle, from £54.90
For summer adventures, BottlePro Adventure is the bottle we’re packing everywhere. Its NASA-developed filtration technology removes more than 99.99% of pathogens, transforming non-potable water into safe, refreshing drinking water. Crafted from stainless steel and available in two chic colours, it keeps water cold for up to 24 hours, with a 740ml capacity and built-in straw. A brilliantly clever travel essential.
Focal Bathys MG, £999
For those who believe every journey deserves an exceptional soundtrack, the Focal Bathys MG Headphones offer uncompromising performance. Marrying high-fidelity sound with advanced active noise cancellation, they transform travel into an immersive escape. Offered in Brown or Graphite Grey, they combine timeless design with lasting comfort for effortless listening wherever the journey leads.
Seafolly Swimwear
No one knows swimwear like Seafolly. The Australian brand’s Collective swimwear collection arrives in a sophisticated palette of Dark Chocolate, Sapphire, Dark Burgundy and Deep Teal. Designed to mix and match with ease, each piece strikes the right balance between polish and practicality. Effortless, flattering and endlessly versatile, these are the swim staples to slip into whenever summer calls for a little more style.
Puresport’s Ultra Electrolytes, £33
Good hydration has a way of changing how you feel, and Puresport’s Ultra Electrolytes have quickly become a small addition to our routine that makes a noticeable difference. Created in collaboration with Olympic silver medallist and British sprinter Amy Hunt, the pomegranate blend combines sodium, magnesium, calcium and potassium to replenish what’s lost through sweat. The result? A refreshing, feel-good boost that leaves us more energised, focused and ready for the day ahead.
MIAMO Heat & Sun Aging Body Serum Defense
Refreshing, soothing and deeply hydrating, MIAMO’s SPF 50 Body Serum has become one of my absolute favourite summer staples. Its featherlight, water-resistant formula glides onto skin with an invisible, velvet-soft finish, while innovative micro-encapsulated UV filters provide broad-spectrum UVA and UVB protection. A Cooling Action Complex results in lasting freshness, and moisturising actives leave skin soft, radiant and beautifully comfortable.
Gielly Green’s The One System
Gielly Green’s The One System has arrived at John Bell & Croyden, bringing its salon-loved approach to effortless summer haircare. Featuring a streamlined collection of high-performance essentials and targeted Boosters, it’s designed to nourish the scalp, strengthen strands and leave hair looking healthy, glossy and beautifully manageable. A little everyday luxury that turns an everyday routine into something you can genuinely look forward to.
Copenhagen Distillery’s Bay Leaf Gin, £35
Revitalise your summer G&T with Copenhagen Distillery’s Bay Leaf Gin, a quietly intriguing spirit that brings something more unexpected to the glass. Fragrant bay leaf and bright lemon zest meet classic juniper, with tart cranberry and gentle spice adding depth. Best enjoyed simply over ice with tonic and a slice of crisp apple, this Danish beauty is aromatic, savoury and refreshingly elegant.
The Naked Margarita, £49
Beautifully crafted from the first pour to the last, The Naked Margarita pairs additive-free 100% agave tequila with organic Mexican citrus in a recipe perfected over four years. Its sculptural bottle is equally considered, with the option to return it through the brand's recycling programme, where skilled artisans transform it into handcrafted tumblers.
Knoops Frozen Hot Chocolate
Cool down in style this summer with Knoops’ first-ever Frozen Hot Chocolate - a refreshing, blended chocolate drink that combines the richness of its signature drinking chocolate with an icy twist. Available in silky 28% White or rich 54% Dark chocolate, each serve can be personalised with your favourite milk and flavour additions, making it the ultimate indulgence for warm London afternoons.
