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Best Picks

Our shortlists of the best products in each category: best overall, best budget, best premium and best for specific needs.

Best ListDesigner dresses

Best designer dresses (2026): buy these, skip those

Day, cocktail and evening dresses from Zimmermann, Valentino, Self-Portrait, Dolce & Gabbana, Diane von Furstenberg, Elie Saab and more, judged…

Top pickDiane von Furstenberg Wrap Dress

27 picks · Updated 6. Nov 2026

Best ListLuxury swimwear

Best luxury swimwear (2026): buy these, skip those

Swimsuits, bikinis and cover-ups from Eres, Zimmermann, Melissa Odabash, Hunza G, Missoni, Lisa Marie Fernandez and more, judged on fabric,…

Top pickEres Les Essentiels One-Piece

16 picks · Updated 6. Nov 2026

Best ListSilk scarves and shawls

Best silk scarves and shawls (2026): buy these, skip those

Silk carrés, twillies and cashmere shawls from Hermès, Gucci, Dior, Louis Vuitton, Ferragamo, Loro Piana and more, judged on silk…

Top pickHermès Carré 90 Silk Scarf

19 picks · Updated 6. Nov 2026

Best ListWeekender bags

Best weekender bags (2026): buy these, skip those

Duffles and weekend holdalls from Louis Vuitton, Goyard, Hermès, Loro Piana, Tumi, Bottega Veneta and more, compared on capacity, cabin…

Top pickLouis Vuitton Keepall Bandoulière 50

19 picks · Updated 6. Nov 2026

Best ListWomen’s designer boots

Best women’s designer boots (2026): buy these, skip those

Ankle boots, knee boots and Chelsea boots from Saint Laurent, Gianvito Rossi, Stuart Weitzman, Bottega Veneta, Prada, Chloé and more,…

Top pickGianvito Rossi Rolling 85 Boot

22 picks · Updated 6. Nov 2026

Best ListDesigner sandals

Best designer sandals (2026): buy these, skip those

Slides, flat sandals and heeled sandals from Hermès, Ancient Greek Sandals, Aquazzura, René Caovilla, Bottega Veneta, Dior and more, judged…

Top pickHermès Oran Sandal

20 picks · Updated 6. Nov 2026

Best ListBriefcases and messenger bags

Best briefcases and messenger bags (2026): buy these, skip those

Leather briefcases, document holders and messenger bags from Hermès, Berluti, Montblanc, Tumi, Prada, Smythson and more, compared on laptop fit,…

Top pickBottega Veneta Intrecciato Briefcase

19 picks · Updated 6. Nov 2026