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Eva Waite-Taylor

Global IndyBest Editor@evawaitetaylor

Eva Waite-Taylor is Global IndyBest Editor at The Independent. She oversees all review and shopping-related content across fashion, beauty, tech, fitness and home and garden. She also executes The Independent's expert coverage of key sales events, including Black Friday and Prime Day, ensuring our readers are provided with best-in-class information. Eva also oversees all of our day-to-day consumer advice content to equip readers with knowledge of how to shop mindfully. Alongside this role, she writes reviews and features and is interested in hearing about new fashion and beauty launches.

<p>From small stocking fillers to grand gestures, find all your gifting inspiration here </p>
Gifts

40 best gifts for women in 2025

<p>I’ve rounded up everything there is to know about the sales</p>
IndyBest USA

Memorial Day sales 2025: Best deals to expect

<p>As loyal ghd fans, we were both eager to put the new launch to the test</p>
Hair

These ghd hair straighteners are the ‘fastest I’ve ever used’

<p>Testing the mattress for four months, I wanted to see if it could improve my sleep </p>
USA

Saatva classic mattress review 2025: A dream to sleep on

<p>Whimsical and fun, the décor at Warren Street Hotel is certainly memorable </p>
New York

Warren Street, New York hotel review

<p>Autumn is the best time to start planting in your garden </p>
Gardening

Dig Club delivers instant flower beds to your door – and I love it

<p>When roadtesting, we assessed the design, durability, convenience, space and size</p>
Fashion & Beauty

Best weekend bags 2025: Perfect for travel

<p>We purposefully spilt drinks to see how the washable rug coped</p>
Home & Garden

Ruggable review: Can the washable rug survive spills and muddy paws?

<p>Whether it’s for a gift for you or a loved one, bookmark these excellent destinations</p>
Women's Accessories

The online jewellery shops that are worth their weight in gold

<p>What remains of the 16th-century fortress stands in pride of place in the courtyard </p>
Spain

El Fuerte review: A chic beach-front hotel in Marbella

<p>The Cyber Monday saving is sure to end soon </p>
Black Friday

The Dyson airwrap Cyber Monday deal still live – be quick to get yours

<p>My favourite haircare products are reduced </p>
Black Friday

I’ve finally found Olaplex Black Friday deals worth buying

<p>This year’s calendars are flying off the shelves </p>
Christmas

Best beauty advent calendars to buy in 2024

Christmas

Best beauty advent calendars to buy in 2024

<p>This year’s calendars are flying off the shelves </p>
<p>Enlisting the help of the IndyBest elves, we considered price, quality and how we would feel if we were to unwrap each one </p>
Gifts

28 best gifts for dads who are (almost) impossible to buy for

<p>Reviewing style, comfort and appeal, these are our favourites from the brand </p>
Fashion & Beauty

New Balance’s trainers are the best in class – these are the designs

<p>Suffering from the winter blues? These tips and hero products might help </p>
Fitness and wellbeing

Beat the winter blues with these expert tips

<p>One bottle lasted me four months, so, it’s a worthy investment </p>
Prime Day

My favourite Olaplex shampoo has been reduced in the Prime Day sale

<p>One bottle lasted me four months, so, it’s a worthy investment </p>
Prime Day

My favourite Olaplex shampoo has been reduced in the Prime Day sale

<p>Liberty was the original retailer to launch a multi-brand beauty advent calendar </p>
Advent calendars

Liberty’s beauty advent calendar is here – but is it worth the hype?

<p>We paid close attention to the shade ranges on offer, formula, colour payoff, and of course, staying power</p>
Make-up

The £7.99 alternative to Charlotte Tilbury’s £39 flawless filter

<p>The brand’s debut haircare range includes a pre-style cream and a post-style serum</p>
Hair

Dyson has launched its first-ever styling products

<p>The updated tool could be a gamechanger for those who struggle to style their hair </p>
Hair

Dyson’s new airwrap styles your hair for you with this clever feature

<p>If you’re looking for a new treatment to give your lacklustre locks a boost, this is it </p>
Hair

Aldi’s ‘impressive’ bond-building product is back – and it’s £3.99

<p>Faking an enviable sun-kissed glow just got easier </p>
Sun Care & Tanning

Best tanning mitts for achieving a streak-free golden glow

<p>The hair tool usually costs £480 but you can snap up a refurbished model for much less</p>
Hair

Dyson airwrap reduced to less than £290, thanks to this rare deal

<p>Whether you prefer a classic clean-lined tread or lean towards a chunky sneaker, there’s a pair for you here</p>
Women's Shoes

15 best women’s white trainers that will go with everything

<p>Faking an enviable sun-kissed glow just got easier </p>
Sun Care & Tanning

Best tanning mitts for achieving a streak-free golden glow

<p>The hair tool usually costs £480 but you can snap up a refurbished model for much less</p>
Hair

Dyson airwrap reduced to less than £290, thanks to this rare deal

<p>Whether you prefer a classic clean-lined tread or lean towards a chunky sneaker, there’s a pair for you here</p>
Women's Shoes

15 best women’s white trainers that will go with everything

<p>One million plant and animal species are threatened with extinction – it’s time to act</p>
Home & Garden

Celebrate World Environment Day by making these eco-friendly swaps

Home & Garden

Celebrate World Environment Day by making these eco-friendly swaps

<p>One million plant and animal species are threatened with extinction – it’s time to act</p>
<p>Since using this nifty tool we’ve avoided any patchy toes or hands </p>
SPONSORED

This fake tan applicator is the answer to a streak-free finish

<p>The new season is based on the fourth book in Julia Quinn’s series </p>
Fiction Books

Read the Bridgerton books in order, as season 3 is released

<p>The brand’s products don’t come cheap, so, it pays to snap them up while they’re on offer </p>
SPONSORED

Treat lacklustre locks to Olaplex no3 hair perfector, now it’s 40% off

<p>Signing up to Prime has more benefits than you might think </p>
SPONSORED

How to get Deliveroo Plus for free

<p>Signing up to Prime has more benefits than you might think </p>
SPONSORED

How to get Deliveroo Plus for free

<p>The villas are luxe yet understated </p>
Maldives

Nova, Maldives hotel review: Newly renovated small island resort

<p>The views are hard to fault over the ocean </p>
Maldives

Oblu Select Sangeli, Maldives review: Laid-back luxury

<p>Bristol is known for being fiercely independent – and that extends to its restaurant scene, too </p>
Features

14 best restaurants in Bristol to visit this year

Maldives

Oblu Xperience Ailafushi Maldives review: A lively, affordable resort

<p>Kandima has 264 studios and villas to choose from </p>
Maldives

Kandima, Maldives hotel review: Family-friendly beach resort

<p>Taking the pain out of gift buying, we’ve catered for every budget and preference </p>
Gifts

34 best gifts for mum that she’ll be pleased to receive

<p>Promising to help you achieve a natural-looking straight style, this is very exciting news </p>
Hair

Dyson’s airstrait finally launches in the UK – and we had a sneak peek

<p>This interiors must-have is an affordable addition to any home </p>
SPONSORED

This luxe-looking rechargeable lamp adds ambience to a space

<p>Filling a stocking can be difficult, but we’re on hand to help </p>
Christmas

Best stocking fillers for her that are anything but tat

<p>If you’re stuck on what to buy the queen in your life, we’ve got you covered </p>
Gifts

21 best gifts for grandma that are almost as lovely as she is

<p>From skincare to home fragrance, this guide will make present-buying easy </p>
Gifts

24 best gifts for your mother-in-law that are bound to wow

Gifts

24 best gifts for your mother-in-law that are bound to wow

<p>From skincare to home fragrance, this guide will make present-buying easy </p>
<p>From skincare to boxers, we’ve got you covered </p>
Christmas

Best men’s stocking fillers that he’d actually buy himself

<p>Enlisting the help of the IndyBest team means there’s ample inspiration here </p>
Christmas

23 best Secret Santa gifts that the recipient will want to keep

<p>The all-new handset has been out for just two months</p>
Black Friday

The Apple iPhone 15 Black Friday deal you need to see

<p>This multi-brand calendar is an impressive option </p>
Advent calendars

Cult Beauty’s advent calendar is reduced for Black Friday

<p>This multi-brand calendar is an impressive option </p>
Advent calendars

Cult Beauty’s advent calendar is reduced for Black Friday

<p>If there’s one investment to make this winter, it’s got to be this </p>
Household Appliances

This heated clothes airer has been reduced by nearly £50

<p>Brands such as Birkenstock, Levi’s, Uggs and more are included </p>
SPONSORED

Amazon Prime Wardrobe lets you try before you buy: Here’s how it works

<p>“It’s the perfect throw for wrapping yourself up in”, praised our tester </p>
SPONSORED

This electric blanket will keep you warm during the cold snap

<p>Featuring two drawers, this nifty appliance can cook two dishes at once </p>
Prime Day

The Ninja dual zone air fryer deal you’ve been waiting for

<p>Insights from the Energy Saving Trust could help you save money</p>
Kitchen Appliances

An expert-led guide to energy-efficient kitchen appliances

<p>The entire outfit cost just £250 – get your hands on the look while you can </p>
Women's Clothing

Meghan Markle’s blazer broke the internet – shop these alternatives

<p>We assessed the taste of each bottle and considered whether it was unique and whether we would be placing an order for more </p>
Wine

This wine subscription introduced us to our new favourite bottle

<p>These charming pieces of furniture allow for ultimate comfort </p>
Furniture

8 best love seats that are comfortable and stylish

<p>It pays to keep an eye out for offers on large appliances</p>
Kitchen Appliances

The best fridge freezer deals in the sales for July 2023

<p>With edge-to-edge support and a cushiony layer on top, this mattress is a dream </p>
Mattresses

Hypnos supplies mattresses to the royal family and luxury hotels

<p>Shopping for the best bikini is hard, but this review will help you on your search </p>
Women's swimwear

Best bikinis to wear this summer and beyond

Women's swimwear

Best bikinis to wear this summer and beyond

<p>Shopping for the best bikini is hard, but this review will help you on your search </p>
<p>From bottles to bags, these pieces of merchandise are 100 per cent our type on paper</p>
Home & Garden

How to buy Love Island 2023 water bottles and other merch

<p>Warm up your garden more affordably with Aldi’s prices starting a £24.99 </p>
Garden Furniture

Aldi’s fire pit and patio heaters look perfect for soirées al fresco

<p>These businesses are a force to be reckoned with and a paving the way for a better tomorrow </p>
IndyBest

The B Corp certified brands doing good for the planet and its people

<p>It comes equipped with two headrests and bubble jets </p>
Home & Garden

Aldi’s inflatable hot tub has just had a £100 price cut

<p>It comes equipped with two headrests and bubble jets </p>
Home & Garden

Aldi’s inflatable hot tub has just had a £100 price cut

<p>We introduced the products into our nighttime routine to see how they performed </p>
Skincare

This retinol range gave us a brighter, more radiant complexion

<p>Veterinary practitioners share their advice on how to make sure your pooch is getting the best-quality dinner </p>
Pets

How to choose the right dog food for your four-legged friend

<p>We purposefully created mess in our home to see how these products fared </p>
Kitchen Accessories

This eco-friendly cleaning brand helped us reduce plastic at home

<p>We’ve reviewed two sets and also got the lowdown on some other furniture styles available to buy online only </p>
Home & Garden

Aldi garden furniture 2023: Shop bistro sets, rattan sofas and more

<p>As always, MoneySavingExpert has issued sound advice on keeping warm </p>
Travel & outdoors

8 Hand warmers to keep your digits cosy at home and on the move

<p>From denim jumpsuits to twinning frocks, the high street is bursting with stylish matching outfits</p>
Women's Clothing

Where to buy stylish mother and daughter matching outfits

<p>We’ve tried and tested all of these products, so you know you’re getting quality</p>
Food & Drink

Swaps to make this Fairtrade Fortnight and beyond

<p>The launch is huge news for beauty-lovers, and we couldn’t be more excited about the retailer’s return </p>
Beauty

Sephora’s London store will rival any drugstore and it’s opening soon

<p>The supermarket’s designer dupes usually sell out fast </p>
Home Fragrances

Aldi’s £25 candles are dupes of Jo Malone’s £350 luxury options

<p>We tested for ease of use, texture and of course taste – get your frying pans ready</p>
Food & Drink

9 best pancake mixes for a flipping good Shrove Tuesday

<p>To provide the A-line silhouette Holly loves, she’s wearing a coordinating belt to cinch her in at the waist</p>
Women's Clothing

Holly Willoughby’s dress today is a midi that we’re dotty about

<p>The Phase Eight midi is perfect year-round </p>
Women's Clothing

Holly Willoughby’s dress today is a high-street pick

<p>Whether dainty or a real statement, these pieces are bound to impress </p>
Women's Accessories

11 best jewellery gifts for Valentine’s Day that they’ll love

<p>The small flower print gives this dress a polka-dot effect </p>
Women's Clothing

Holly Willoughby opts for a floral polka-dot dress for today’s show

<p>Willoughby and her stylist have chosen a chic winter ensemble today </p>
Women's Clothing

Holly Willoughby’s outfit is entirely from the high street today

<p>Copy the look for less with our selection of affordable dupes </p>
Women's Clothing

Holly Willoughby’s dress is from a brand Kate Middleton loves

<p>The small flower print gives this dress a polka-dot effect </p>
Women's Clothing

Holly Willoughby opts for a floral polka-dot dress for today’s show

<p>Willoughby and her stylist have chosen a chic winter ensemble today </p>
Women's Clothing

Holly Willoughby’s outfit is entirely from the high street today

<p>Copy the look for less with our selection of affordable dupes </p>
Women's Clothing

Holly Willoughby’s dress is from a brand Kate Middleton loves

<p>Connecting with nature is said to benefit both mental and physical wellbeing</p>
Home & Garden

How to take part in RSPB’s Birdwatch, according to an expert

<p>This hair tool is very rarely discounted – so you’ll want to be quick</p>
Hair

Rare deal on Dyson’s corrale hair straighteners – but not for long

<p>The latest sets will be available from 1 February </p>
Toys & Activities

Lego’s newest botanical builds have landed in time for Valentine’s Day

<p>The bombshell title is out now, so get reading </p>
Non-Fiction Books

Prince Harry’s Spare is the book that everyone’s talking about

SPONSORED

How these TikTok hacks have helped me during my home renovation

<p>If you ever find yourself in a wardrobe rut, look to the excellence of Parisian style</p>
Women's Clothing

As Emily in Paris returns, these are the French fashion brands to know

<p>From stacking rings to cartilage earrings, our guide has something for every giftee </p>
Women's Accessories

7 best jewellery gifts under £100: From rings to earrings

<p>Packed full of Easter eggs and pranks from the film, no detail has been left out </p>
Toys & Activities

The ‘Home Alone’ Lego set is a Christmas must-have – here’s how to buy

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