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‘Love at first sight does exist – it will happen to you’ Victoria’s letter to her younger self She’s a multimillionaire fashion designer, a proud mum of four and wife of former England captain David Beckham, yet Victoria Beckham has revealed that she wasn’t always self-confident. The former Spice Girl has written a letter in Vogue magazine to her teenage self, in which she discusses her body insecurities, “bad acne” and self doubt. At 18, Victoria was studying at Laine Theatre Arts in Epsom, Surrey. “I know you are struggling right now,” she wrote. “You are not the prettiest, or the thinnest, or the best at dancing. “You have never properly fitted in… You think the principal has put you at the back of the end-of-year show (in…

The latest series of Strictly Come Dancing began with a sparkling red-carpet event and an opener that saw this year’s celebrity intake performing a group jive. Singer Will Young declared that the hit BBC1 programme was the “nicest show ever”. Claudia Winkleman (above, with co-host Tess Daly) said she “shrieked” when told the line-up, particularly when she heard that former Shadow Chancellor Ed Balls was taking part. US singer Anastacia, who has twice been diagnosed with breast cancer and is giving her fee to a cancer charity, got a huge cheer. “I’m putting all my heart in it,” said the star, who has been partnered with Strictly favourite Brendan Cole. Olympian Greg Rutherford may be ace at the long jump, but he’s less sure about his moves. He told red-carpet…

Founder of music-sharing website Spotify, Daniel Ek married his long-term love Sofia Levander last weekend in a lavish ceremony at Lake Como, Italy, with Grammy-winner Bruno Mars invited to serenade the happy couple and their guests (right). He wasn’t the only famous face to join the proceedings; the wedding was officiated by US comic Chris Rock and guests included Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg and his wife Priscilla. Sofia, a writer and former reality star who – like her husband – is from Sweden, wore a strapless asymmetrical gown as she walked down the aisle (left) to the sounds of Guns N’ Roses’ November Rain. Said Mark: “Many people know Daniel as one of the great European entrepreneurs – the founder of Spotify – I know him as a great friend…

Angelina Jolie stocked up on the bear necessities while out in Toluca Lake, Los Angeles last week. The Hollywood star was driving with daughter Shiloh when she spotted eight-year-old twins Allen and Brandon Alexander selling an 8.5ft toy bear at the side of the road. Angelina kindly gave the boys double their $50 asking price and helped put the giant teddy into the boot of her car before posing for a picture with them (left). “You’re very good at doing your job,” she said. “This is Shiloh. I’m Angie. Nice to meet you,” she added, as she shook their hands with Shiloh, ten, smiling beside her (above). The soft-toy splurge came in the same week that the 41-year-old Oscar winner and her husband Brad Pitt, 52, celebrated their two-year wedding…

‘We went to the movies, but I could tell right away it wasn’t working… He just wasn’t that into me. I liked him. But he definitely didn’t feel the same. It happens to everybody. Being famous doesn’t make you any different’ Britney Spears (left) on dating while famous ‘Hmm… right, what were you thinking? Seriously, what were you thinking?’ Model Miranda Kerr to ex-husband Orlando Bloom after he warned her he’d been papped nude paddleboarding ‘People bow to you but then you go to the pub with your mum and your gran and they knock some sense into you’ Jenna Coleman on descending the throne after playing the young Queen Victoria ‘The point at which you think you’re going to die, everything is completely normal, don’t worry’ A fellow astronaut’s…

PRINCESS CAROLINE Chanel HERITAGE REMIX Karl Lagerfeld’s reinvention of the iconic Chanel jacket chimes well with Caroline of Monaco. Like the Kaiser of Fashion himself (inset above left, with Caroline), the royal likes a uniform with a twist. “I [grew up] in the hippy years and maybe there’s a bit of that lingering on,” she has said. “You have to have a sense of fun.” PRINCESS CHARLENE Akris STRONG AND STYLISH The former Olympian turns to Swiss label Akris for headline events, including her engagement photo in 2010 and 2011’s Rose Ball, when she wowed in fuchsia (above). The strong lines flatter her physique while quirky touches such as fun prints appeal to her playful side. Says Akris designer Albert Kriemler (inset above left, with Charlene): “When I design a…

He was comedy gold, the actor who won the hearts of millions of children with his flawless performance in the title role of 1971 film Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory. Last week, with his family by his side and the poignant strains of one of his favourite songs, Somewhere Over the Rainbow, playing gently in the background, Hollywood giant Gene Wilder died aged 83 at his home in Stamford, Connecticut, after a secret three-year battle with Alzheimer’s disease. The much-loved comic rose from humble beginnings to star in classic movies such as Blazing Saddles, The Producers, Young Frankenstein and Stir Crazy, leaving a legion of fans from all generations. His nephew Jordan Walker-Pearlman released a statement last week that read: “It is with indescribable sadness and blues, but with…

BAGS OF STYLE AT FASHION BASH Fashion-loving Londoners headed to the flagship store of Folli Follie in Oxford Street for a party hosted by HELLO! Fashion Monthly and the Greek accessories brand. The cool crowd, which included singer-songwriter Cassyette, TV and film actress Christina Chong and Made in Chelsea star Tiffany Watson, feasted on cupcakes with Bubble tea, and coconut, ginger and vodka cocktails as the guests admired the new line of handbags and sunglasses created by Folli Follie. MADE (A SPLASH) IN CHELSEA It was a suitably chic night when swimwear designer Natalie Joel and luxury British brand Collier Bristow hosted a party at the latter’s London flagship store in the King’s Road in Chelsea. The model and former Made in Chelsea star has designed a range of seven…

Karlie Kloss made a bold style statement as she ambled between meetings in New York last week. Pairing a floral-print Fendi jumpsuit with suede Adidas trainers and a Tom Ford bucket bag, the US model and former Victoria’s Secret Angel looked chilled out and cheery. A delicate necklace and some amber acetate shades completed her ensemble, while a slick of pillar-box red lipstick added a touch of glamour. Lifestyle: SHOPPING•BEAUTY•WELLBEING•RECIPES•ENTERTAINMENT…

Be Tempted by the seductive new fragrance from DKNY , where juicy red berries combine with sumptuous blackcurrant buds. Playfully provocative, the apple-shaped bottle spells the start of autumn. Be Tempted Eau de Parfum, from £37; visit boots.com. • To be in with a chance of winning one of 30 bottles in our exclusive online competition, visit twitter.com/ hellomag and show us which city tempts you… Kate Moss (above) has introduced six Lasting Finish lipstick shades to her Rimmel London collection to celebrate 15 years with the brand. Add a shot of glamour with a sharp cat’s-eye flick of kohl and a slick of silky Muse Red lipstick. Rimmel London Lasting Finish Lipstick by Kate 15 Year Collection , £6.49, from boots.com…

1 . Beauty Works Jen Atkin Hair Extensions , from £162.99; visit beautyworksonline.com. “Hair photographs so much finer and smaller than it is in real life, which is why extensions are so important for the red carpet and photos. These great-quality clip-in/clip-out extensions create a fabulous look but do not damage hair and they are fun.” 2 . Christophe Robin Instant Volumizing Mist With Rose Water , £29; visit lookfantastic.com. 3 . Dyson Supersonic Hairdryer , £299; visit dyson.co.uk. “Worth the money; this is the future of hair drying.” 4 . Ouai Treatment Mask , £25 for eight sachets, from Selfridges. “A once-a-week mask that I specifically put in individual packets to travel with. Find that time during a workout or spin class or in the steam room – just…

‘ Now you can encourage soft-touch natural waves and curls and add shine and definition to create a style that lasts’ Kerry Warn Curls are back and in a big, beautiful way. As seen on runways and red carpets around the world, wonderful wavy hair is the hottest style statement right now. But after seasons of straightened styles, how do you encourage your natural curl back with a smooth, shiny, perfectly defined finish? “There is a new, fresh approach to creating hair textures and a growing confidence and freedom to wear hair with its natural texture,” explains Luke Hersheson, London’s most in-demand catwalk stylist and John Frieda UK Creative Director. “Flat waves, S bends, bed braiding… curls are coveted and these are all interesting ways of embracing wavy hair…

Anyone who has visited a gym, taken a Pilates class or talked to a trainer will probably be familiar with the term “core”. But quiz most people on what that is exactly – and just why it is so important to your health, strength, flexibility and posture – and they are likely to struggle. “There is a lot of talk about core in the health and fitness industry and a lot of confusion around what and where it is,” says Johanna Francis, lead master trainer and head of dynamic reformer Pilates at Ten Health and Fitness in London. “Your core is what trainers and therapists refer to as the big and rather complex group of muscles that make up the trunk of your body and are pretty much involved in…

There was love in Bel-Air last week for Sir Rod and Lady Stewart. Rod and Penny were enjoying some coffee and couple time in California without sons Alastair, ten, and six-year-old Aiden. Their trip to Los Angeles is a change of scene for the couple, who have relocated with their boys to an 18th-century estate in Essex, where last year they renewed their wedding vows in the week of their ninth anniversary. Last month Penny told HELLO! : “I wanted the priest to bless the house because I felt there was a lot of history and old spirits there: we wanted to say thank you to the old and welcome in the new. So we walked into the garden, under the largest oak tree, and we said our vows again,…

Singer Jennifer Lopez was reunited with her ex-husband Marc Anthony last week, when she joined him on stage at New York’s Radio City Music Hall, where their eight-year-old twins Max and Emme were among the audience. “I don’t think they remember the last time [we performed together], they were so little,” said Jennifer. “It was awesome.” The singer and actress told how Marc had invited her to join him on stage after he watched her perform at her Las Vegas residency. “It just worked out really well,” she said, adding that their children were just as happy. “They know that we still care about each other and love each other.” She also hinted that she and her ex-husband may work together again. “We don’t have anything to announce at this…

It was a perfect summer day when businessman and conservationist Damian Aspinall married Burberry executive Victoria Fisher in a beautiful ceremony in Tuscany. The 56-year-old multimillionaire and his new bride (left) made the special day a family affair by inviting his three daughters from past relationships – Tansy, 26, and Clary, 23 (who posted a picture of the 17th-century venue, Villa Cetinale, on Instagram, right), both from his first marriage, to Louise Sebag-Montefiore, and his 12-year-old daughter Freya with ex-partner Donna Air. According to reports, HELLO!’s contributing style editor Donna had also been invited to the nuptials in Italy. The newlyweds seem well matched, with Oxford-educated Victoria, 29, as fond of wildlife as her new husband, who inherited Howletts Wild Animal Park in Kent from his dad, John. Victoria recently…

Popular TV presenter Alex Jones has shared a happy secret after weeks of keeping mum – she is expecting her first baby. The co-host of The One Show, who married insurance broker Charlie Thomson last New Year’s Eve in a romantic ceremony at Cardiff Castle, exclusively covered by HELLO! (below right), announced the news on Twitter. “Charlie & I are very happy to confirm that we’re expecting a baby in the new year. Feel so lucky that we’re about to become parents,” she tweeted to her followers. So far, Alex, 39, has managed to keep her bump under wraps on the BBC1 show she hosts with Matt Baker (together, below), though the loose top – and beaming smile – she wore while filming recently in London (left) nearly gave the…

CHRIS BROWN Released following gun arrest R’n’B singer-songwriter Chris Brown was arrested and charged with assault with a deadly weapon in California last Tuesday. Police were called to his mansion after he was accused of threatening a woman, Baylee Curran, with a gun, prompting an hours-long standoff during which Chris refused to leave or let LAPD officers into his home. The rapper also posted videos on his Instagram account criticising the media and police reaction to the incident. Chris, who was arrested for assaulting then-girlfriend Rihanna in 2009, was eventually taken to LA County Jail but was released after posting bail of $250,000 (£190,000). SELENA GOMEZ Tour break to restore mental health Pop star and actress Selena Gomez has announced she is to take time off from her Revival world…

The message she was sending came across loud and clear. On one of the biggest nights of her career – the launch of the second series of BBC1 drama Our Girl – actress Michelle Keegan let the world know that, contrary to rumours, her marriage to TV and radio presenter Mark Wright is absolutely fine. And she did it by letting her wedding and glittering 5ct engagement rings do the talking. It had been the absence of the actress’s wedding band on a few occasions in recent months that had contributed to speculation that all was not well with the couple, who married only last year. But friends and family have always maintained that the marriage is solid. “Mark and Michelle are absolutely fine,” said a friend of the couple…

Hollywood headed out across the water as the silver screen’s biggest names made star turns at the Venice Film Festival. Opening the annual event, which is held in the Lido resort in the Venetian lagoon, was new musical La La Land , and the film’s star Emma Stone made a glittering arrival at the premiere in a silver-fringed gown by Atelier Versace (left). Also wowing waiting fans was British actress Gemma Arterton, who is on the festival judging jury and arrived in a black Stella McCartney gown (far left). Other famous faces included husband and wife Jeremy Irons and Sinéad Cusack (below) – just one of a host of acting couples showing why Venice has earned its reputation as one of the most romantic cities in the…

A road trip along Italy’s Amalfi Coast may be on the bucket list of many a discerning traveller – less so for Loose Women panellist and reigning I’m a Celebrity… Get Me out of Here! jungle queen Vicky Pattison. That is until producers on ITV’s This Morning asked her and fellow campmate Ferne McCann to hit the road together. “We had an amazing time, babe,” says ex-Geordie Shore star Vicky. “I had never heard of the Amalfi Coast, so when the opportunity came up I leapt at it. You know me, babe, holidays are like Dubai, Ibiza, Magaluf, so to be given this opportunity that was a bit out of my comfort zone was amazing. It’s really broadened my horizons. “Trust me. It has been a great reward for poo-ing…

‘I’m single right now and better than ever. I’m focused on my business and simply enjoying life’ Paris Hilton has come a long way since she shot to fame in US reality show The Simple Life. Thirteen years after she became a household name around the world, the socialite and heiress is enjoying life as a businesswoman. Paris, who has been spending the summer in Ibiza, where she’s resident DJ at one of the Balearic island’s top nightclubs, has turned her name into a global brand, with a chain of stores selling her ranges of clothing, footwear, handbags, jewellery and accessories, as well as fragrances. Now, the great-granddaughter of Conrad Hilton plans to open three luxury hotels, in New York, Dubai and Las Vegas. “I want to follow in my…

FLAKE CHECK… Nobody wants to own up to having dandruff; instead we call it a sensitive or dry scalp. Whatever you label it, the fact is that humid and hot weather and holidays abroad can make the problem worse. What you need is a great dandruff shampoo, but as well as tackling your flaky scalp, they also tend to strip hair of its good condition. That’s why Head & Shoulders has reformulated its shampoo with added moisturising ingredients. We’ve tried it and it works, but you will still need a conditioner afterwards. Head & Shoulders , £2.99. The new formulation hits stores in October DAMAGE LIMITATION As summer draws to a close, it’s time to ramp up my conditioning routine with nourishing masks. I want one that works in minutes,…

Oscar-winner Rachel Weisz is “always the epitome of elegance and sophistication”. Those are the words of Ken O’Rourke, the hairstylist to the stars who created the actress’s stunning shoulder-skimming curls at the London premiere of film drama Youth earlier in the year. “I was inspired by her gorgeous Lanvin strapless gown and by those fabulous 1970s hair commercials – full of volume and bounce and shine,” he says. Here’s how he did it: Step 1: Body blow “I first applied Charles Worthington Volume & Bounce Body Booster Mousse, £5.99 (1), from Boots, from root to tip to her damp hair, before blow-drying smooth. This mousse adds hold and volume without stickiness and is an ideal first step for a glamorous do. To dry, I used a Parlux 3500 Super Ion…

Family holidays often come with plenty of baggage, as the Beckhams proved when they flew home from Los Angeles last week. David, Victoria and their cute brood arrived at the city’s LAX Airport laden down with their belongings as they prepared to return to London in time for the start of the new school year. While five-year-old Harper clutched a doll with a cast on its leg, dad David had his hands full with a toy wheelchair, bags and a large cardboard tube. The three Beckham boys made their way into the terminal with rucksacks, with Romeo – who celebrated his 14th birthday last week – holding his skateboard, Cruz, 11, carrying a guitar case and 17-year-old Brooklyn, who it was revealed has recently split from girlfriend Chloë Moretz, following…

If his expression is anything to go by, Eric Cowell looks as if he’s inherited his father’s talent for withering looks. The two-year-old son of X Factor judge Simon looked less than impressed (left) while out shopping in The Grove, Los Angeles with his mum Lauren Silverman, who in contrast beamed broadly as she pushed his buggy and kept hold of one of the family’s three dogs (right). Simon recently told of his closeness to his son, who is named after his late father. “He’s the world’s cutest little boy, I’ve got to tell you,” he said. “He’s going to be my little right-hand man – anything he likes, I like.” While Eric has been soaking up the sun in California, his dad has been busy with his other baby,…

Kaia Gerber, the daughter of supermodel Cindy Crawford and businessman Rande Gerber, walked tall on the red carpet last week as she attended the Hollywood premiere of TV movie Sister Cities, in which she makes her acting debut. Talented teen Kaia, who turned 14 last week, was the picture of sophistication in a Zuhair Murad trouser suit and Alexa Wagner heels (left). She was joined at Paramount Theatre by her parents and older brother Presley (together, above), with the photogenic pair also posing for a sibling shot (right). “It’s amazing to have them all here,” said Kaia. “Usually I’m the one supporting them.” Kaia appears in the film as the younger version of one of four estranged sisters who are reunited after their mum’s death. “This was an incredible experience,”…

It was Beyoncé’s night at last week’s MTV Video Music Awards in New York, though her daughter Blue Ivy came perilously close to stealing the limelight (mother and daughter together, left). While Beyoncé’s sheer gown adorned with sequins and feathers by designer Francesco Scognamiglio was never going to go unnoticed, Blue’s gold layered tutu shone as brightly as its little model. But that level of cuteness doesn’t come cheap; the custom-made dress called Grand Royale reportedly cost $11,000 (£8,000). R’n’B star Beyoncé swept the board at the ceremony, winning eight awards, with the 34-year-old giving special thanks as she picked up the first. “I’d like to thank my beautiful daughter and my incredible husband for all their support,” she said of Blue and her husband of eight years, Jay Z.…

When tennis ace Marcus Willis became an overnight hero at this year’s Wimbledon championships, cheered on by his new girlfriend, he thought life couldn’t get any better. The 25-year-old British underdog, ranked world no. 772, could hardly believe his good fortune at qualifying for the world-famous event and reaching the second round, where he faced seven-times Wimbledon champion Roger Federer on Centre Court – especially since he had been on the verge of quitting the sport. It was his new love, dental surgeon Jenny Bate, who persuaded him to keep playing, and she was blowing him kisses from the sidelines during the biggest game of his life on the sport’s biggest stage. Sadly, he lost to Roger in straight sets, but described the game as a “fairytale”. Now the couple,…

The latest series of The Great British Bake Off has drawn a record number of viewers for its opening episode: 13.6 million on TV and online. The total adds almost three million to the initial estimate after taking catch-up viewing into account. The figures mean the BBC1 show, in which amateur cooks compete to make the best baked treats for judges Mary Berry and Paul Hollywood, has overtaken Britain’s Got Talent as the most popular entertainment programme of 2016 to date. Hosted by Mel Giedroyc and Sue Perkins, Bake Off has launched careers for several contestants, including last year’s winner Nadiya Hussain, who has since starred in her own documentary series. Mary, 81, was also in the news…

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge enjoyed a romantic stay in a luxurious country bolthole as they embarked on a two-day official tour of Cornwall and the Scilly Isles. Like any couple with young children, Prince William and Kate made the most of a rare night away alone last Thursday night as they checked in to 500-year-old Restormel Manor. The nine-bedroom Duchy of Cornwall property is set in stunning countryside on the banks of the River Fowey near the ancient town of Lostwithiel and boasts a heated swimming pool, tennis court, games room, log fires, steam room and sauna. It costs up to £7,150 a week to rent from the Duchy, the private 130,000-acre estate located across 23 counties held by William’s father the Prince of Wales. Tastefully decorated by…

He is one of Hollywood’s biggest action stars and she is Britain’s highest-paid model. Together Jason Statham and his fiancée Rosie Huntington-Whiteley make one of the world’s hottest couples on the red carpet. Beaming broadly at the recent Los Angeles premiere of Jason’s new film Mechanic: Resurrection the actor looked happy to celebrate his latest movie, though of course his smile could also be down to the prospect of marrying his model and actress partner of six years. “My highlight of last year? I got engaged,” he says of slipping a stunning 5ct diamond ring – which reportedly cost $350,000 – on Rosie’s finger. “Look at that. I proposed. I was on my knees at the end. I feel very blessed.” According to reports, the grand romantic gesture took place…

‘The Olympics and Paralympics unite the world. Now more than ever we need that common ground’ As he heads to Rio for a new role as a TV presenter, actor RJ Mitte tells us he has a secret weapon – his mum. “I’m going to put her to work,” says the former Breaking Bad star, who will be part of the Channel 4 team covering the Paralympics. “I want her to make sure I have everyone’s name right, that my schedule is correct and that I’m where I need to be. I don’t go easy, especially when it comes to family. I work them twice as hard,” says RJ. He is close to his mum Dyna and his sister and lives with them in West Hollywood. “Or depending on how…

FILM CAPTAIN FANTASTIC Viggo Mortensen shines in this offbeat and absorbing film. Idealistic Ben and Leslie have raised their six kids in the US wilderness. But after his wife dies, Ben has to return to the outside world and find some middle ground with capitalism. Star turns from the children, especially George McKay as eldest son Bo. In UK cinemas from 9 September BOOK BREAKING DEAD When a Russian model who witnessed a child murder is herself brutally slain, journalist Sophie Kent – who interviewed her only days earlier – is racked with guilt. Determined to solve the case, she enters the world of high-end fashion and uncovers a toxic underworld that pits her head to head with a serial killer. An edge-of-your-seat thriller from first-time author Corrie Jackson. Out…

With autumn just around the corner, how would you like to fill your wardrobe with the coming season’s hottest new styles, all without spending a penny? HELLO! has teamed up with Next to offer our readers the chance to win one of four £500 shopping sprees at the high street favourite in this week’s prize giveaway. If you’re one of our lucky winners you could choose from the riot of texture, colour and sophistication that is the Next autumn 2016 collection. Feminine, but with a real sense of nostalgia and Gothic glamour, it features fluted sleeve dresses, tan suede trench jackets, bold floral wide-leg trousers, skinny ribbed sweaters and soft leather jackets paired with rust flares to create a flamboyant 1970s look. And check out the tapered trousers, which have…

This Week’s Obsession: SHEDS Okay, I’m worried. I’ve got an urge to buy a shed. Am I getting old? I know, I know – it must happen to us all eventually but I’m actually fantasising about all the things I can put in my shed and how tidy my garden will be. I’m even thinking about getting out the Farrow & Ball and painting it my own specific shade. However, this beautiful one from John Lewis will save on the painter’s elbow. National Trust by Crane Blickling garden shed , here in Disraeli Green, £2,999; visit johnlewis.com Instagram OF THE WEEK “I love this pic of Mary Alice Malone, creative director of Malone Souliers, and me in Ibiza, a regular haunt for us. We hit lots of old…

KHLOE’S HIGH PONYTAIL As seen at… House of CB’s LA store opening 1 Prep damp hair with Ouai Wave Spray and Ouai Soft Mousse, then blow-dry. 2 Once the strands are dry, attach Beauty Works clip-in extensions then gather the top half of hair into a super-high ponytail, using Ouai Finishing Cream to create a slick finish and control the strands. 3 Attach the bottom half of the hair to the top ponytail – I usually create ponytails in two parts for more control of the strands and a cleaner finish. 4 Use a flat iron to create a bend through the length of the hair, then spray with Ouai Texturizing Hairspray for volume. 5 Back brush the ponytail, paying particular attention to the top for extra lift. 6 Mist…

If you are one of those people who would not dream of leaving the house without the perfect blow-dry, it may be time for a rethink. “Soft, natural movement and air-dried hair is such a key look for the season,” says Luke Hersheson, one of the UK’s leading stylists for the runway and the red carpet. “Just look at the models of the moment, like Freja Beha Erichsen and Mica Arganaraz, on the catwalk.” Luke is right; at Tommy Hilfiger, Isabel Marant, Thakoon and Alexander Wang, effortlessly cool soft movement, gentle waves and a careless finish are the style staples – and ones that are surprisingly easy to imitate. What you need are products specifically formulated for air drying. “It can’t dry stiff or sticky, or too oily. It has…

Having a bad hair day? By clipping in an extension or adding an accessory you can transform your hair from woeful to wonderful in minutes. Be inspired by the recent runway looks at Rodarte, Marc Jacobs and Alberta Ferretti, with jewel-encrusted headbands, diamanté clips and golden ring knots. The secret to not looking like a try-hard prom queen is to team accessories with messy up-dos, day-old hair and falling fringes.…

We asked Johanna to talk us through her top three exercises for building core strength. “While it’s hard to choose just three, I’ve opted for ones that challenge all areas of the muscle groups I’ve talked about and which can be done at home with no equipment,” she says. “However, as a reformer Pilates instructor, I find the reformer an incredible and unparalleled piece of equipment for core strength. The almost endless spring combinations with the moving carriage provide a constantly unstable platform, which challenges your deeper core stabiliser muscles.” PLANK Lie face-down on the floor. Rest your elbows and forearms on the floor with hands palm-upwards in front of you, as if you are holding two apples. Tuck in your toes and lift your body away from the floor…

His bare-chested scything on screen has sparked a renaissance of the traditional farming method, with even the Prince of Wales “doing a Poldark” at his Highgrove estate. But the actor who plays Ross Poldark plays down his sex-symbol status when we meet in a posh Beverly Hills hotel. Indeed, Aidan Turner lacks all pretension. Laid back, with a soft Dublin accent and a huge store of jokes and stories at his own expense, the 33-year-old – single since his split with Irish actress Sarah Greene last year – ambles in, stroking a bushy and not-very-flattering beard. Is he preparing for a new film role? No. It’s just what happens when he doesn’t have to report to the Poldark set. “Someone else usually shaves me on set – it seems they…