The Filter is two! 31 things we loved this year, from cloud-like duvets to the perfect running shoe

The Guardian Tech Friday 09 October 2026, 14:00 UTC By Guardian writers 1 min read

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Whether it’s a super-glowy serum or a cult gardening tool, here are our writers’ favourite buys from the past year• Don’t get the Filter delivered to your inbox? Sign up hereThe Filter is turning two! To celebrate, we asked our contributors for their favourite products from the past year, and rounded up the team’s picks too.

Whether it’s a super-glowy serum or a cult gardening tool, here are our writers’ favourite buys from the past year

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The Filter is turning two! To celebrate, we asked our contributors for their favourite products from the past year, and rounded up the team’s picks too.

From handbag-sized umbrellas and stylish yet practical wellies to reading lights and luxurious duvets, these are the products that stood out.

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