Innholdsfortegnelse for No. 2017 i OK! Magazine Australia

While it’s easy to feel helpless during this pandemic, there is a lot we can still do for our community. We can support small businesses to keep them afloat, donate blood, ask loved ones and neighbours if they’re OK, send care packages to those in need and, of course, stay home. Almost 20,000 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer this year in Australia, and we can donate to Breast Cancer Trials (breastcancertrials.org .au), to help them continue their life-saving research. After all, it’s scientifically proven that doing good deeds releases endorphins – as does exercise (turn to p42 for home workout inspo) – and we could all do with more of them right now. Enjoy!…

The cat is finally out of the bag for Leighton Meester and husband Adam Brody – who have been shying away from the public eye since January to enjoy the first few months of the actress’ pregnancy. The Gossip Girl star, 33, was glowing as she debuted her baby bump in a pair of loose dungarees during a rare outing with The OC actor, 40, in LA. This will be the second child for the beloved TV stars, who are already doting parents to four-year-old daughter Arlo. In preparation for their new arrival, Leighton and Adam – who tied the knot in 2014 – also upgraded to a fancy new home in LA’s Pacific Palisades late last year. The dream! Speaking of motherhood, Leighton has said, ‘People started telling me…

The exciting news just keeps rolling in for Katy Perry and fiancé Orlando Bloom, who recently announced they’re expecting a baby girl! The singer, 35, shared an adorable Instagram snap of Orlando, 43, smiling with pink frosting all over his face. ‘It’s a girl,’ Katy gushed in the post. And insiders say the couple couldn’t be happier. ‘They’re both so excited about having a baby. They’re also ecstatic that it’s a girl,’ tells the source. ‘They love that they have this amazing, positive thing to focus on.’ Congrats! JULES’ JOY Married At First Sight’s Cam Merchant and Jules Robinson have announced they’re expecting their first child together. ‘To create a baby with the man you love, there is no greater gift,’ Jules said.…

Selena Gomez has revealed she’s been diagnosed with bipolar disorder. Making the admission during a live-stream chat with friend Miley Cyrus, the ex-Disney star explained that after visiting psychiatric facility McLean Hospital in Massachusetts, ‘I finally found out why I had suffered for so many years.’ Following her diagnosis, Selena, 27, said, ‘I felt both terrified and relieved – terrified because the veil was lifted but relieved I had the knowledge of why I had suffered for so long.’ In 2016, the actress went on a career break after suffering from anxiety, depression and panic attacks. She then dealt with a further bout of depression following her kidney transplant. ‘I think there’s a power deep inside yourself,’ the Lose You To Love Me singer says. ‘You can find it when…

When Justin Bieber and Hailey Baldwin looked each other in the eyes and unwaveringly proclaimed they wouldn’t leave each other ‘till death do us part’ – twice over – they meant it! So much so, they’re rarely seen apart. ‘They’re living in a very confined bubble,’ a source tells OK!. ‘It’s scary how much their lives revolve around each other.’ The couple, themselves, admit they’re ‘homebodies’ and their life together consists of watching movies, listening to music and dancing in their kitchen. ‘Marriage is hard but we’re coming from a really genuine place,’ says Hailey. ‘We’re committed to growing together.’ Times have certainly changed since the daughter of actor Stephen Baldwin and the Canadian singing superstar were introduced in 2009. ”IT’S SCARY HOW MUCH THEIR LIVES REVOLVE AROUND EACH OTHER”…

SWEATER WEATHER There are cosy times ahead, thanks to the latest trend: sweater sets. With the likes of Kendall already sporting them, we’ve got great inspo to convince you it’s a thing. Whether you go for a Clueless ’90s vibe or an off-the shoulder ‘don’t care, it’s Sunday’ mood, it’s a co-ord you’ll want to get a hold of. You can go the whole hog with a matching pair of stretchy shorts or pants, but this look works best up top, styling back with your fave denim jeans. Mules optional! ALL HAIL SISTERS! #Beliebers rejoice, Hailey is back at the top of our Instagram feed with her third collection with best friend Kelia Moniz and Roxy. ‘Kelia and I share a love of tomboy style with a feminine twist, and…

WASH’N’DRY If you venture to the supermarket for last-minute supplies, this lightweight and super-easy-to-wash tote is your new BFF. GET SNEAKY Introduce pastel hues to sweeten your mood! SHORT CHANGE Swap your loose shorts for bike shorts. Just because you’re working from home, you can still make it fash! TIME OUT Maximise your workout by monitoring your heart rate as well as sleeping patterns. You can also set your workday hours to keep you on track! CALMING WATER Embrace your inner Zen with a crystal-embedded water bottle. Good vibes only! LOUNGE CLASS Home workouts are the new Barry’s Bootcamp! Get prepared with all the home essentials like this chic dusty rose yoga towel. GET TANKED The perfect workout piece that can double up for Netflix lounging.…

IN UNDER 25 MINUTES ‘Complete each exercise as a station, spending 45 seconds on each with 15 seconds rest between each station. Repeat three times and you’re done for the day.’ 1 Squats. 2 Plank hold (on your elbows). 3 Reverse lunges. 4 Chair dips. 5 Jumping jacks (star jumps). 6 Jumping lunges. 7 Back extensions (this means lying face down using your back and core muscles to lift your shoulders up). HOME GYM HELPERS While you don’t necessarily need equipment, here’s some items you can buy online to build your at-home gym set-up……

Gwyneth Paltrow’s a fan, and so are Charlize Theron and Robert Downey Jr. Kim Kardashian even held a session for guests at her baby shower last year. But just what is sound bathing, and why are Hollywood’s A-listers rushing to try it? ‘Sound bathing is a practice where a teacher uses different instruments – usually a combination of singing bowls, tuning forks, gongs and shamanic drumming – to create sound waves that emit vibrations that you can not only hear but also feel,’ explains Luke McLeod, meditation instructor and founder of soulalive.com.au. ‘These vibrations raise the frequency within your body, which relaxes you and calms the mind.’ Here, Luke answers all your questions… What are the health benefits of sound bathing? Similar to meditation, sound baths have been proven to…

Ava, newly arrived in Hong Kong from Dublin, spends her days teaching English to rich children. Julian is a banker. A banker who likes to spend money on Ava, to have sex with and discuss fluctuating currencies with her. But when she asks whether he loves her, he cannot say more than, ‘I like you a great deal.’ Enter Edith, a lawyer. Refreshingly enthusiastic and unapologetically earnest, Edith takes Ava to the theatre when Julian leaves Hong Kong for work. Quickly, she becomes something Ava looks forward to. And then Julian writes to tell Ava he’s coming back to Hong Kong… Should Ava return to the easy compatibility of her life with Julian, or take a leap into the unknown with Edith? My banker friend Julian first took me for…

KARLIE KLOSS ‘I’m a huge chocoholic. If I had it my way, I would eat chocolate for breakfast, lunch and dinner but I try to be a little healthier than that!’ CATE BLANCHETT ‘There’s nothing that can’t be solved with chocolate. I have a lot at home so that’s good! My mother makes the best chocolate chip cookies in the world. My kids are very spoilt.’ JESSICA ALBA ‘Who doesn’t like it? I have to have chocolate cake every now and then or I go nuts.’ ROBBIE WILLIAMS ‘It used to be cocaine and strippers, and now it’s chocolate. That’s how embarrassing I’ve become as a human.’ SALMA HAYEK ‘When I heard about Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, I said to myself if there’s a place in the world where…

ARNIE’S ADVICE! He’ll be back… inside as soon as he’s finished exercising. But Arnold Schwarzenegger had a vital message for fans via his custom hoodie, which features his pet miniature horse Whiskey and donkey Lulu, and that’s to stay home to prevent the spread of coronavirus. FEELING STRIPY! Even in quarantine, exes Demi Moore and Bruce Willis are besties! The former spouses donned matching pyjamas for a night in with their daughters Scout (pictured) and Tallulah, and her beau Dillon Buss. Looks like fun! SUPER SAM! Sam Wood and wife Snezana got busy with the dress-ups last w eek in a bid to get daught ers Eve, 14, Willow, two, and Charlie, eight months, moving. Can we get a pizza the action, too? THEY SEE ME ROLLIN’! Talk about…

After her marriage to Ben Affleck came to a heartbreaking end, Jennifer Garner told friends she was giving up on love. ‘Mentally, she just didn’t think she had it in her to love someone else again,’ says a source, adding that her feelings changed after she met John Miller a little over a year ago. ‘He was so caring and took the time to listen to her,’ the source continues. ‘It didn’t take long for Jen to realise she wanted to marry him someday.’ It seems the 47-year-old actress is getting her wish. ‘John recently asked Jen to be his wife and she, of course, said yes,’ the source tells, adding that the mum-of-three was completely surprised. Turns out John, 41, had been planning the proposal for weeks. ‘He knows…

The flashy girl from Flushing, New York, is back – with the cast of The Nanny reuniting for a virtual table read on YouTube. Creator and star Fran Drescher teased the exciting reunion of the popular ’90s sitcom on Twitter, just days before the OG cast got together via Zoom to read the pilot ep together – 27 years after it first aired! ‘Laughter is the best medicine! So, in these challenging times, we thought, “Wouldn’t it be great if we pulled together the original cast?”’ Fran shared. ‘It’s a once in a lifetime Pandemic Performance for our fans around the world who are currently stressing in isolation and could use a real upper!’ OMG – we love it!…

Irina Shayk has officially said goodbye to ex Bradley Cooper! The supermodel has been spotted with Heidi Klum’s ex Vito Schnabel in New York. The art dealer, 33, has quite the rep with A-list women – he’s also been linked to Elle Macpherson and Demi Moore! Irina’s new-found happiness has been a long time coming, after parting ways with Bradley – with whom she shares daughter Lea, three. After their June 2019 breakup, the beauty, 34, confided, ‘Life without B is new ground. Trust me, there are days I wake up and I’m like, “Oh my God, I don’t know what to do, I’m falling apart.”’ Not any more it seems. ‘Irina and Vito are very close,’ dishes a source. Ooh!…

On a typical morning, Duchess Meghan wakes up to her adoring husband pampering her with pancakes or eggs and a hot cup of tea in bed. She practises yoga or meditation, then spends her day doting on baby Archie and working on the charity platform she’s developing with Harry. In the afternoons, the trio take a hike or spend time in the garden. Come evening, she whips up a healthy meal for the family and later, when Archie goes down for the night, she and Harry play a few rounds of Scrabble or chess, or watch Planet Earth on Netflix. It’s a peaceful, normal existence – and it’s the perfect way for the rebellious royal to celebrate breaking free from monarchical life. Shortly after marrying Harry, 35, in May 2018,…

TIP For those days in-between, pare back the It trends you’ve invested in and give yourself a laid-back capsule wardrobe that’s every bit as covetable. Just keep your jeans straight, trousers loose and T-shirts oversized!…

MAKE-UP & BODY ‘I’m all about simplicity, so I use minimal products.’ DAILY ROUTINE: ‘My everyday look is very simple – I use tinted moisturiser, a bareMinerals concealer and Kosas blush, then curl my lashes and add mascara.’ EYE OPENER: ‘When I’ve got more time, I love Pat McGrath’s [Sublime] Bronze Temptation Palette and the Anastasia Beverly Hills Clear Brow Gel.’ NAILS: ‘I see the incredible Jocelyn Petroni in Sydney, who does the best mani-pedi using all Chanel products.’ TOP TREATMENTS: ‘Mosman Spa & Cosmedical Clinic in Perth does amazing body contouring and deep relaxation massages.’ SKIN ‘My skin is dry, so I’m all about hydration and fragrance-free products. I created my Equal Beauty range to help women and men feel good about themselves without having to try.’ SKIN REGIMEN:…

1 DON’T DITCH THE DAIRY Research shows getting plenty of calcium from dairy helps reduce that bloated feeling. Aim for two or three servings of skim milk and low-fat yoghurt every day. 2 GO EASY ON THE BEANS Pulses such as baked beans, chickpeas and lentils, and vegies like cauliflower, broccoli and onions, as well garlic, are notorious producers of gas. Don’t cut out these nutritious foods completely, but if you’ve got an event coming up, steer clear of them for a day or two to avoid a bulging tum. 3 REDUCE YOUR SALT INTAKE ‘Too much salt causes your body to retain excess fluid,’ says UK nutritionist Hannah Brinsden. ‘By simply cutting down your salt intake from around 9g a day to a much healthier 6g, you could lose…

CHOCOLATE & RASPBERRY FUDGE BROWNIE SERVES 12 INGREDIENTS • 200g butter, chopped • 200g dark chocolate, chopped • 2 tbsp cocoa • 1¼ cups brown sugar • 3 eggs, whisked • ¾ cup self-raising flour, sifted • 1 cup frozen raspberries • Fudge sauce, fresh raspberries, whipped cream, to serve HAZELNUT CRUNCH • ½ cup caster sugar • 2 tbsp water • ½ cup chopped skinless roasted hazelnuts • 1 tsp cocoa METHOD 1 Preheat oven to 180°C. Lightly grease and line an 18x28cm slice pan and oven tray with baking paper. 2 In a small saucepan, stir butter, chocolate and cocoa on medium heat until melted. Transfer to a bowl. Cool slightly. Whisk in sugar and eggs. Fold in flour and half the frozen raspberries. Pour into slice pan.…

The American sitcom The Ellen Show was not really staple viewing among our regular roster of Home and Away and Neighbours. But it was on occasionally in the background as we sat down together around the glow of the small screen in the living room to eat dinner. I recall the honey colour of Ellen DeGeneres’ hair, and that her nose kind of looked like mine, with its pronounced bump at the bridge. When we did watch, though, we all hoped that her fictionalised character would finally meet the man of her dreams, settle down and be happy. “How could an act of honesty have such a personal cost” But later on, as it turned out, Ellen was gay – both the character and the comedian portraying her. I watched,…

COULD JOE GET OUT OF PRISON? In January, Tiger King star Joe Maldonado-Passage, aka Joe Exotic – the former owner of Oklahoma’s GW Exotic Animal Park – began serving 22 years in prison after being convicted of 19 felonies. As shown in the Netflix documentary, his crimes include killing and selling tigers, as well as two counts of murder-for-hire as part of a plot to kill his nemesis, animal rights activist Carole Baskin. The 57-year-old has already asked President Donald Trump for a pardon, and Cardi B is among the celebs calling for his freedom because they believe he was framed. But journalist Robert Moor – who has a podcast about him – tweeted a link to a transcript of a phone call, in which Maldonado-Passage seems to reference the…

After reconciling back in January after a brief break, Jessie J and Channing Tatum have called it quits again. ‘Jessie and Channing really care for each other,’ explains an insider. ‘You only need to look at the gushing posts they made about each other during their relationship to see. That’s why they wanted to give their romance another shot, but sadly it hasn’t worked out.’ According to sources, the split was amicable and the singer, 32, and actor, 39, are still in contact with each other. ‘They’re spending time apart and are open to meeting new people,’ says the insider. ‘But you shouldn’t bet against another reunion in the future.’ In the meantime, Channing’s been keeping himself busy on online celeb dating app Raya. The Magic Mike star’s profile is…

Rewind to November 2018 – and less than two months after welcoming her third child, Kate Hudson vowed to get her A-list bod back by shedding a whopping 11kg while also keeping on top of her demanding professional and personal life. So how did she go? ‘Not quite as planned,’ Kate, who turns 41 on April 19, admits. As a busy mum to sons Ryder, 16, and Bingham, eight, and daughter Rani Rose, 18 months – Kate admits that, while she initially shed the baby weight, indulging at Christmas combined with little time to sweat saw her gain 6kg earlier this year. ‘I got on a scale, and I wasn’t impressed,’ the Fabletics activewear founder admits. ‘But that’s OK because I know how to do this.’ This time around, Kate…

If you’re a candle-lover, Wedgwood’s new White Folia collection will be right up your alley. Housed in translucent fine bone china, these natural green tea and bamboo scents bring the great outdoors into your home. Priced from $99.95 and available from wedgwood.com.au Chocolate is bursting from every corner of the house and the smell of hot cross buns and melted butter is in the air, which can only mean one thing: Easter is here! To celebrate, we’ve pulled together some indulgent chocolatey recipes – crème egg viennetta anyone? Since the long weekend is firmly in sight, why not give sound bathing a go? If you’re like me and find meditation difficult (who knew sitting still and thinking about nothing could be so hard?!), sound bathing could be your ticket to…

BOOT UP Adding a pair of chunky combat boots to your footwear rotation is the easiest style update you can make this season. By providing a stylish masculine contrast to femininity, the unexpected pairing works surprisingly well. Team with long-sleeved dresses and knit skirts that are just too chilly around the ankles for the winter months. LIFE’S A BEACH Extend the annual outings of your straw tote by teaming it with long-sleeved maxi dresses. The part-holiday, part-city look is a welcome refresher, and works best with a relatively loose silhouette that still has a resort feel. STRING THEORY If you’re thinking about giving your open-toe strappy sandals the cold shoulder, think again! Tackle almost-winter days by ensuring your top half is covered up, balancing out any cool breezes down below.…

Candice Swanepoel & Camila Cabello Candice first strutted down the runway in this ethereal Oscar de la Renta gown, then Camila turned heads with a Rapunzel-inspired braid. Isabelle Huppert & Lily James Both leading ladies stunned in this floral Chloé dress. Isabelle paired hers with chunky boho sandals and Lily chose to go grunge-glam. Katie Holmes & Selena Gomez We love this big coat energy! Katie kept it casual with jeans and sneakers while Selena shimmered in gold wide-leg trousers. Paloma Faith & Naomi Watts Both stars showed off their gem-studded shoes in this floral frock by Miu Miu, with Paloma adding extra flair in a hot pink statement hat and Naomi opting for a soft blush clutch. Irina Shayk & Ilfenesh Hadera Looking like rays of sunshine in this…

For a toned tum, follow this de-bloat menu (with either ordinary or herbal tea) and lose up to 1.5kg. DAY 1 BREAKFAST Porridge made with 40g oats and skim or almond milk. Top with one tablespoon of low-fat natural yoghurt, one small chopped banana and one of tablespoon maple syrup. SNACK Small handful of blanched almonds and a glass of skim milk. LUNCH One slice of wholemeal bread smeared with butter, plus 80g cooked chargrilled chicken pieces and a handful of cherry tomatoes. SNACK Grapes and fresh pineapple. DINNER Stir-fried red capsicums and fennel bulb (lemon juice and black pepper, to taste) with a grilled salmon fillet and three tablespoons of brown rice. DAY 2 BREAKFAST 100g Greek-style yoghurt with 30g All-Bran or two Weet-Bix and a handful of raspberries.…

The phone rings on the way to school pick-up. Annabel takes the call, even though she’s almost outside the school and the conversation will have to be a short one. ‘What happened to marine biology?’ Grace’s voice fills the car. ‘What?’ ‘Our school yearbook. Apparently, you were going to be a marine biologist!’ ‘I was?’ Annabel is astounded. She has no recollection of this. ‘It’s here in black and white.’ Annabel flicks on her indicator and pulls into a space that isn’t quite big enough. ‘Why are you looking at the stupid old thing anyway? Aren’t your kids keeping you busy enough?’ Grace, like Annabel, is a stay-at-home mum. She has four children, all quite close in age. The strange thing is, she was never the maternal type. ‘Katy Buckley…

ARIES MAR 21-APR 19 Look, you’re not exactly known for your patience – so recent world events holding you back have not been well received, right? Motivated Mars is now in your future zone, so try channelling your frustration into your plans – what do you want to do when life gets back to normal? Use this opportunity to get super clear on your goals. Meanwhile, eat healthily! TAURUS APR 20-MAY 20 Work or play? How about both! Passion planet Mars is in your career zone, supercharging your motivation to chase down professional achievement. Top tip: working with experts will give you an edge. At the same time, pleasure planet Venus is in your zone of pleasure (yep, a double whammy!) getting you excited about good food, nice clothes and…