Aldi's garden furniture is on offer right now 👀

Plus: A viral fashion find and Merit comes to the UK

March 03, 2023 View in browser The Independent's journalism is supported by our readers. When you purchase through links on our newsletter, we may earn commission. While it might not feel like it just yet, spring is on the horizon. I personally cannot wait for the brighter evenings, warmer days and the blooms. To get you prepared for the change in season, Daisy and Lois wrote a piece on the best garden furniture shops. In keeping with sprucing up your outdoor space, Aldi has outdone itself with its Specialbuys this week. First, it launched the pizza oven that the team can't get enough of, and then came the sell-out lawn mower. And now its full garden range is back. I was lucky enough to test the rope effect set (£399.99, Aldi.co.uk), which includes a sofa, two chairs and a table, and let me tell you, I was impressed! Better still, by using the code "GARDEN20", you can get 20 per cent off 🤩. SHOP ALDI'S NEW GARDEN FURNITURE Deal of the day Searching for a new bed? Make a beeline for our review of the best mattresses. I've just spotted that the featured Simba hybrid pro (was £1,599, now £959.40, Simbasleep.com) is 40 per cent off. Dreamy! BUY NOW Another thing to shout about this week is the fact it's Fairtrade Fortnight, which acts as the perfect reminder that we should be using our consumer buying power to contribute to a better tomorrow. In honour of this, I rounded up the simple swaps you can make, from chocolate to coffee.    In other eco conscious news, March is B Corp month! For the uninitiated, this lesser-known sustainability credential allows you to spot the brands that have an incredible ethos and are continually striving to do things better. Our ultimate A to Z guide showcases the businesses doing their bit.  DISCOVER THE B CORP BRANDS DOING GOOD Trending buy OK, these are the words I never thought I'd write. Tamagotchi's are back. Yes, the gaming world doesn't know what's hit it. Step aside PS VR2, it's time for the virtual pets to take centre stage. Want to get your hands on one? Alex has you covered.  FIND A TAMAGOTCHI The arrival of March means a special holiday is just around the corner: Mother's Day. Celebrated this year on 19 March, it's the perfect opportunity to shower the mother figure in your life with love. Whether you're looking for flowers, experiences, candles or something under £25, IndyBest has rounded up all of the best Mother's Day presents for the special woman in your life. I'm thinking of treating my mum to Fortnum & Mason's sparkling tea breakfast box (£75, Fortnumandmason.com) for some serious indulgence (hope you're not reading this mum!).  SHOP THE BEST MOTHER'S DAY GIFTS Beauty buy or bust? When it comes to make-up, I'm all about minimalism – often I just wear Charlotte Tilbury's flawless filter with some concealer. So when Helen said Merit was coming to the UK, I got very excited. Her review showcases the best of the brand, and I can't wait to get my hands on the bronze balm sheer bronzer (£32, Meritbeauty.com). READ THE REVIEW It's common practice for Daisy, Sam and me to share our favourite fashion finds with one another, which is hardly a surprise considering we shop for a living! Whether it's M&S's £35 dupe of Celine's £2,550 crossbody bag or Anthropologie's Bottega dupe, a lot of ground is covered every day. And this week, Sam received Heat's vital menswear mystery box. The box offers an exciting way to purchase designer clothes for a lot less than they would be at full price. And his first impressions video and review have made me want to get my hands on the womenswear box and the homeware box – the latter of which would certainly help me put the finishing touches on my new flat. READ WHAT SAM THOUGHT OF THE MYSTERY BOX Wanderlust pick With so many bank holidays coming up, I'm looking to get away. And what better way to spend the long weekend than at a hotel in the Isles of Scilly? This hotel is the perfect base for island hopping, taking wildlife tours and exploring the cobbled streets.  BOOK NOW In case you missed it...  This two-in-one robot mop and vacuum cleaner is a game changer. BUY NOW The Peter Pan & Wendy release date has been revealed as the trailer drops.  FIND OUT MORE The Google Pixel 7 Pro is discounted by almost £150 at Amazon right now! BUY NOW Enjoying this newsletter? Unlock unlimited, ad-free reading on the website and in The Independent app when you subscribe – plus, benefit from our welcome offer when you join today. 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