Abha Shah is Shopping Editor at ES Best covering shopping roundups and product reviews of new launches, seasonal products, high spend buys and gift guides. She has been at Evening Standard since 2019 and also contributes to Culture and Lifestyle.
Abha Shah is Shopping Editor at ES Best covering shopping roundups and product reviews of new launches, seasonal products, high spend buys and gift guides. She has been at Evening Standard since 2019 and also contributes to Culture and Lifestyle.


3, 2, 1: happy house party! Abha Shah rounds up the top themes and decorations to throw the ultimate New Year’s Eve bash

That’s a wrap on festive dressing

Our edit proves that Christmas morning joy needn’t blow your budget

December 31 is your last chance of the year to shine. Do it right with our edit of the best party dresses to welcome in 2026, says Abha Shah

From giant bottles of bubbles to the superlative martini, complete with glasses, Abha Shah serves up the drinks to raise this Christmas

From little luxuries to affordable classics, Abha Shah on the gifts you won’t need to get out of bed to unwrap

Swerve the high street battlefield and shop for eleventh-hour presents online this Christmas, says Abha Shah

Why suffer in heels when the new guard of party flats is just as chic?

Keep your precious treasures sparkling for longer

Time to look on the bright side

Discover the new Soundcore AeroFit 2 AI Assistant, providing real-time translation in over 100 languages through innovative open ear style headphones.

Get (it) into the groove

From glam grans to inscrutable teens and even your neighbours, this shopping expert has all bases covered

A little something

From football and rugby to tennis and skiing, here are the gifts that hit pitch-perfect

From skincare to fragrance and makeup, these adorable adornments are a gift in themselves, says Abha Shah

Christmas Pud jumper derailing your festive aesthetic? I’ve found the chic alternatives to buy and love this year instead

The hot-off-the-press launches and shiny shopping newness to know this month
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From all the bows to feather trims, looking good on Christmas morning has never been easier, says Abha Shah

December 25 is coming; Avoid last-minute shopping chaos with our curated selection of bundles that impress without breaking the bank.