Innholdsfortegnelse for March 13, 2017 i Woman's Day Magazine NZ

Looking sensational in a black sequined gown with a plunging neckline and thigh-high split, Jennifer Aniston seemed happier than ever as she partied the night away at the Oscars with her husband Justin Theroux. And Woman’s Day can reveal the reason for Jennifer’s joy. After years of heartbreak in her struggle to become a mum, the 48-year-old finally has something to smile about – she’s said to be expecting twins! But unlike fellow A-listers Beyoncé and Amal Clooney, Jennifer won’t be showing off a baby bump any time soon as her tots will be carried by a surrogate. An insider tells us that after a year of interviewing potential surrogate mothers, Jennifer and Justin, 45, have finally settled on a woman who is happy to carry their babies. And all…

It was 1989 when I first laid eyes on Tania at a training camp. You could spot her a mile off because of her long, brown pins, but it was her wide smile and that twinkle in her eye that I first noticed. She was one of those people whose personalities just shone through. We became firm friends – so much so that she was a bridesmaid at my wedding in 2003. She’s also godmother to my six-year-old son Jett and I’m her girl Tayla’s godmother, so we always joked that we would roll each other out for our special Catholic occasions! Chaos seemed to follow her. Just before my wedding ceremony, she was spotted in full hair and make-up, in her burnt-orange silk dress, tearing up and down the…

He launched a brutal verbal attack against the jilted hairdressing manager on her surprise return to Married at First Sight, but behind Anthony Manton’s cold façade, he has been hiding a burning secret – he’s harbouring feelings for his reality rival Cheryl Maitland. “Anthony has been hiding the way he feels about Cheryl from the get-go,” reveals our on-set insider. “Although he would never admit it, he fancied her as soon as he laid eyes on her, which is why he’s been so critical of her. He personally felt affronted when she ended her relationship with Jonathan, only to choose Andrew over him.” Indeed, the uptight racing broadcaster, 33, can barely hide his glee now that the cracks have started to appear in Cheryl’s relationship with Andrew Jones, 38, says…

Standing at just 129 centimetres tall and weighing a mere 24kg, 29-year-old Melissa Donoghue is a small woman with big dreams. The Hamilton resident is one of approximately 100 people in the world born with the extremely rare Seckel syndrome – also known as primordial dwarfism – which means her diminutive stature is entirely in proportion. She believes she is one of only two people living in New Zealand with the condition. But against the odds, Melissa has transformed over the past decade from a shy teen with low self-esteem into a talented swimmer and tenpin bowling champ who oozes confidence. As she shows Woman’s Day proudly around her one-bedroom flat, colourfully adorned with posters of horses and family photos, she admits, “When I first moved here 10 years ago,…

ANTI POLLUTION It’s all about protecting skin from urban pollution that can cause premature ageing and pigmentation, and undoing the damage that’s already been done. Slough away the grime and trapped toxins with the enzyme and charcoal-rich formula in Dermalogica Daily Superfoliant Powder, $109. CRYSTAL-INFUSED SKINCARE It’s thought these minerals have healing properties to boost skin and energy. “Infusing and adding crystals to skincare helps improve your body’s complexion and energy flow,” says natural skincare expert and Aeos distributor Samantha Sargent, who recommends Aeos Dew Facial Wash, $95. STEM CELLS Stem-cell technology has hit the beauty scene with innovations in haircare already on the shelves overseas. This magic ingredient helps regenerate hair growth and diminish hair loss. Look out for it here later this year, but in the meantime, try…

Travellers, rejoice! Airbnb is more than just a cheap way to travel. You can now book your whole trip online and create the holiday of your dreams. 1 View, book, go! Airbnb is offered in more than 190 countries or, to be more precise, 50,000 cities, with properties ranging from cheap and cheerful spare rooms for the budget traveller, to ecotreehouses for the eclectically minded and opulent castles or sprawling estates for high-rollers. Not to mention the plethora of homes and villas that are a cost-effective “home away from home” for families and couples who want comfort and affordability. Founded by three San Francisco designers, the website is a voyeuristic treat if you like snooping into other folks’ homes. The best bit? See one you like, click, book, pack and…

QI have a business relationship with my father regarding properties we tenant. We get along very well outside of work, but he never listens to me in a professional manner and overrides all my decisions. I’m not a daddy’s girl and I know when my ideas are good ones. How can I get him to take me seriously? • Annoyed, Rotorua A Oh, dear! You went into business with ya ole man, eh? Tricky. Fathers will always treat their daughters like children. I’m sure even Ivanka Trump gets annoyed with her father. If you’re equal partners, he can’t legally override you – but baby, you’re his little girl! Perhaps on reflection it wasn’t your finest decision and you might just have to live with it or get very, very firm.…

HAPPY VALLEY Season one available on Lightbox “I just finished watching Happy Valley. I’m a bit late to the party – everyone was raving about it, then I finally watched it and it blew my mind! Sarah Lancashire is my new film crush.” MOONLIGHT & MANCHESTER BY THE SEA In cinemas now “There are so many good movies out at the moment, but I really want to see Moonlight and Manchester by the Sea. I’ve heard so many good things about them. They’re on my watch list.”…

THE CATCH Friday on TVNZ OnDemand Rating: ★★★ From the makers of Grey’s Anatomy is a new season of this private-eye thriller. Benjamin has saved Alice from jail, but will they stay together? BATMAN V SUPERMAN Available on Neon Rating: ★★★ With the Justice League and Wonder Woman flicks on their way to the big screen this year, revisit this 2016 favourite from DC Comics. GREENLEAF Season one available on Netflix Rating: ★★★★ Oprah Winfrey’s hotly anticipated religious drama is here! The series follows a prodigal daughter who returns to the family compound with a teenage girl. AMY SCHUMER: THE LEATHER SPECIAL Available Tuesday on Netflix Rating: ★★★★ This new stand-up gig will lighten up your week! Amy’s last special earned her three Emmy nods, so we’re expecting big things!…

While Anne’s 1970 beehive was tiara-fic, Kate opted for a more humble homage in 2014. Babes with bouffants! The glam ’do from ’72 was regal chic at this year’s BAFTAs. The duchess brought Anne’s low-pony look from 1973 right up to date in 2013. Whether it’s 1971 or 2012, these wind-swept goddesses know how to let their hair down. Butter up! Churned traditionally on the West Coast, look out for award-winning Westgold butter in the supermarket. Win one of two Westgold Baking Essentials packs, with a stick blender and a bundle of goodies, worth over $250. To enter, visit womansday.co.nz/Westgold  with the code WT11, or send your name, address and phone number to: Woman’s Day/Ed’s Page, Response Bag 500235, Victoria Street West, Auckland 1142 by March 17. SUBSCRIBE…

She fell in love with a prince, married into the royal family and has two beautiful children. But despite being the envy of women around the globe, the Duchess of Cambridge has not always lived a picture-perfect life. Now 35-year-old Kate has finally spoken out about a secret heartache that has plagued her for more than two decades. Tormented by school bullies, the duchess has revealed to close friends that her parents Michael and Carole Middleton were left with no choice but to put her into therapy when she was just 13 years old. It came after they were forced to pull their daughter out of the exclusive Downe House private school in the UK. “Kate was seen as weak by the other girls because she was shy and somewhat…

These custody battles seem to be catching! After her fling with Brad Pitt, who is fighting to see his six children following his nasty split from Angelina Jolie, his new love Kate Hudson is now facing her own messy court case. Nine years after her divorce from Chris Robinson, 50, the musician has filed papers asking for full custody of their son Ryder, 13, because he doesn’t approve of the way Kate, 37, is raising him. An insider explains, “Chris and Kate have disagreed over her parenting style. He’s worried that she hasn’t been as hands-on as she should be and he wants more guidance over their son.” Her relationship with Brad, 53, is also an issue, given the actor was investigated by the FBI and the Los Angeles Department…

I was 16 when I met T at a netball camp in Palmerston North, where I was admiring this cool chick with great legs from afar. By 2000, we were Silver Ferns teammates and by 2003, we were roomies and world champions. T was the ultimate teammate – competitive, supportive and the life of the party. On netball tours, Tania was always the one to lead you astray. She would dance on all the tabletops, usually to “Sweet Caroline”. Once we ended up on the front page of the newspaper thanks to her late-night antics! When I first moved to Auckland, I ended up living only a few blocks from T, Duane and the kids. I didn’t know many people, but as was her way, she took me under her…

Ever the gentleman, Dev Patel made sure his beloved mum Anita didn’t feel like the third wheel when she joined him on an outing with his new girlfriend, Tilda Cobham-Hervey, last week. Swinging a loving arm around both his leading ladies, the Lion star looked loved-up and laid-back as they strolled the streets a day after the Academy Awards. Insiders say 26-year-old Dev’s romance with the Australian actress has moved at breakneck speed since they first hooked up several months ago on the set of their upcoming film Hotel Mumbai, which tells the true story of the victims and survivors of the devastating terrorist attacks at the Taj Mahal Palace Hotel in 2009. The 22-year-old Adelaide star, who began her stage career in a children’s circus, has been tipped as…

Lily Collins already looked to the outside world like the girl with the keys to the Hollywood kingdom. She was a rock star’s daughter blessed with serious beauty, plus a screen presence that reminded fashion houses, magazine editors and film studio bosses of a young Audrey Hepburn. She had just shot the lead female role in Warren Beatty’s first film for 18 years, she was one of the faces of Lancôme and she was a big enough star to have won a publishing deal for a memoir, even though she was only 26. So when Lily received a phone call in 2015 pitching a film called To the Bone, the easy thing – and perhaps the wise thing – to do would have been to turn it down. “I was…

Te Aroha Isaia was forced to confront her own mortality at the tender age of 24, but the young mum has two very good reasons for refusing to accept an early death – her beautiful daughters Azayliah, five, and three-year-old Bayleigh. “Our girls are our life and our everything,” says Te Aroha, stroking Azayliah’s hair and smiling across at her husband Matthew, 29. “I will do anything I can to be with Matthew and our daughters for as long as I can.” Just three days before Christmas, the South Auckland family received shocking news – Te Aroha had an aggressive form of breast cancer, HER2. The diagnosis came after a six-week battle to get a painful lump in her left breast diagnosed. Two doctors had given her antibiotics for mastitis…

• There are only around 100 people in the world with the genetic condition. • Unlike many other forms of dwarfism, primordial dwarfism differs in that all of the bones and organs of the body are proportionally smaller than in an average person, giving them what many have described as a “doll-like” appearance. • There are as yet no effective treatments for the condition, which is caused by inheriting a mutant gene from each parent. The lack of normal growth in the disorder is not due to a deficiency of growth hormone. • Most primordial dwarves do not live past their teens and face serious medical threats because their bones are very thin. They are also at greater risk of a life-threatening aneurysm.…

Cinnamon Sponge with Raspberries & Lavender SERVES 6 PREPARATION 35 MINUTES (PLUS STANDING & COOLING) COOKING 25 MINUTES LAVENDER SUGAR ½ cup caster sugar 4 fresh lavender flowers (or 1 teaspoon dried lavender) CINNAMON SPONGE ¾ cup plain flour ½ cup cornflour 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon 6 eggs ¾ cup caster sugar 50g unsalted butter, melted, cooled 1½ cups thickened cream ½ cup raspberry jam 250g raspberries 1. LAVENDER SUGAR. Place sugar and lavender in a jar, then leave for at least 4 hours or overnight for lavender scent to infuse sugar. 2. CINNAMON SPONGE. Preheat oven to moderate, 180°C. Grease two 20cm round cake pans and line bases with baking paper. 3. Sift flours and cinnamon together three times. 4. In a large bowl, using an electric mixer, beat…

Blue Cheese & Pear Bruschetta SERVES 4 PREPARATION 20 MINUTES COOKING 10 MINUTES half baguette, sliced diagonally 100g gorgonzola, crumbled 1 beurre bosc pear, cored, finely chopped 4 fresh dates, seeded, chopped 30g baby rocket 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar 1. Preheat grill on high. Line an oven tray with foil. 2. Arrange bread on tray and spray with oil. Toast for 2-3 minutes each side until golden and crisp. Sprinkle with gorgonzola and grill until melted. 3. In a bowl, combine all of the remaining ingredients. Season, then top toast with a little salad and serve with remaining salad on the side. Stuffed Tomatoes SERVES 4 PREPARATION 10 MINUTES COOKING 10 MINUTES 8 medium tomatoes 185g tuna in oil, drained ¼ cup parsley leaves, chopped…

I swear the last time I looked, it was Christmas and now we’re in March. At which point in a woman’s life does the time start flying by just like her mother always said it did? Whenever it is, I’m there. Slightly past it, even. It dawned on me with horror one day last week that the mammogram I was supposed to have in November had still been un-had. Worse, when I thought about it, I’d initially put it off from June, which was a postponement from April 2015. Oops. I’m not a person prone to busy-ness, but the last six months have been unusually work-heavy, so a few things have fallen through the cracks. Upon realising the annual boob squeeze was one of them, I applied the brakes and…

Talking away to my washing machine? Normal-ish. Talking to a dog all day and even explaining how to cook wagyu meatballs? I have become that woman. We are babysitting a friend’s delightful wee puppy boy and I am in love. I’ve never had a dog. I have always had cats – not loved them but liked them a lot. And boom! Now we come to find out I’m a dog woman. Well, I’m this dog’s woman. I love this dog. I’m obsessed and, as they say, obsession is nine-tenths of the law. Well, technically “possession is nine-tenths of the law” but I guess I have at least eighteen-tenths of his ownership. He’s the nicest little guy ever. I know I’m raving like a European grandmother, but he’s perfect! And I…

1 The original 1876 Norwegian Peer Gynt play was five hours long, but Lisa says they’ve cut it down to two and a half. “But that’s still bigger than most plays these days. It’s just too epic to try and condense down.” 2 Lisa takes on a whopping six different characters throughout the play and although she was terrified of the idea at first, she is now lapping up the experience. “It’s fabulous! I’m playing men, women, trolls, a soulless woman and more.” 3 The play is all about self-discovery and although it might have been created over 100 years ago, Kiwi playwright Eli Kent has given it a modern update. “They’ve done a really good job recycling it and I actually think the story is even more relevant today…

In Lesley Truffle’s The Scandalous Life of Sasha Torte(HarperCollins, rrp $32.99), Wolftown’s most notorious heiress and murderess became a world-famous pastry chef at just 17 years old. ’ Its now the winter of 1912 and Sasha is behind bars, sipping away at premium champagne, and recalling a life of seduction, betrayal, ghosts, opium and an indiscreet quantity of confectionery, while also plotting an escape. Day details To send a letter to the editor or if you have a story, contact us: Woman’s Day, Private Bag 92512, Wellesley Street, Auckland wdaynz@bauermedia.co.nz facebook.com/  womansdaynz @womansdaynz (09) 308 2718…

SCARLETT JOHANSSON Cool and carefree, Scarlett adds some sass to a floaty Azzedine Alaïa dress with a tousled, boyish coif. The beauty of her hairstyle is in its airy, weightless finish, so use minimal amounts of product. • Prep strands with a smoothing blow-dry product that provides shine and grip, applying a small amount to fingers and lightly working through damp hair. • Blow-dry with a medium-round vented hairbrush. Encourage lift and slight curl by pulling brush up while turning it, directing heat to the tips. • Spritz tips with a lightweight sea salt spray and tousle lightly with fingers, pulling and placing strands where you want them. Mist with a micro-fine hairspray to finish. EMMA ROBERTS Channelling screen sirens of yesteryear, Emma brought her vintage Armani Privé dress bang…

Ah, the glamour of the Oscars! While the Woman’s Day team gathered around the telly with a cheese platter to watch Hollywood’s biggest names parade down the red carpet in the fashion world’s finest offerings, I was hobbling about barefoot with seriously sore knees after an epic hike in the Kaimai Ranges the day before. I later also discovered a patch of bird poo that had been on my pants all day – no best-dressed prize for me! At the end of the ceremony, I had another epic fail. Desperate to soak my legs in the sea, I limped out of work immediately after La La Land was declared Best Picture – completely missing the drama that went down when it was revealed mid-acceptance speech that Moonlight was the true…

With his girlfriend Meghan Markle back in Canada filming Suits, Prince Harry has returned to his royal duties. And excitingly, he’s said to be lining up a trip to New Zealand in June! Reports suggest that the loved-up prince – who is patron of the Rugby Football Union – will join the British and Irish Lions rugby team for the their mid-year tour of Aotearoa. And with rumours that he is set to propose to his actress girlfriend any day now, perhaps Harry will bring 35-year-old Meghan Down Under too! It seems that their six-month relationship is stronger than ever, with reports that she recently met little Prince George and Princess Charlotte, who gave her the seal of approval. “Harry is delighted that his family has welcomed Meghan with open…

As Tania Dalton lay in her hospital bed, surrounded by family, her devoted husband Duane threw open the door to the steady stream of friends who came to see her one last time. She might have been unconscious, but he knew exactly what she would have wanted – to be encircled by friendship, love and laughter. And that’s how it was. They giggled. They wept. They reminisced. They even painted her toenails. Five days after the 45-year-old former Silver Ferns legend collapsed during a social game of touch on Auckland’s North Shore, her life support was turned off.The ruptured internal carotid artery aneurysm she’d suffered had starved her brain of oxygen for too long. There was no hope of recovery. At 10.20am the following day – Wednesday, February 28 –…

‘Auckland Sydney is on like steroids times 100! It gets intense a lot faster ’ On a whirlwind publicity trip to New Zealand, three of the stars of The Real Housewives of Sydney are glammed up to the gills and posing like prima donnas on Auckland’s waterfront. “I look like a short Oompa Loompa next to these big units,” says straight-talking series matriarch Victoria Rees, pointing at her taller co-stars, “but I feel really at home here. Auckland’s got the same easygoing vibe as Sydney.” “They’re both glamorous harbour cities,” agrees self-confessed trophy wife Krissy Marsh, “but do you know what would make Auckland better? If Richie McCaw showed his face. He’s the hottest bit of eye candy I’ve ever seen!” Alas, the best we can do is locate a…

It was the long-awaited wedding of former Miss New Zealand Debbie Lambie and her love David Cameron, but on the morning of the big day, the skies were heavy with rain. However, somehow fate intervened and as guests arrived at the stunning Grandview Gardens in the foothills of the Maungatua in Dunedin, the sun smiled down just in time for Debbie, 26, and David, 29, to marry in front of 100 family members and friends. “It was amazing – everything was just perfect,” recalls the beautiful bride, who graduated as a doctor the same day she left NZ to compete at the Miss World pageant in China in 2015. For the happy couple, who first met at the University of Otago, the picture-perfect day under a summery sky was the…

BURGUNDY BLAST The bomber jacket continues to trend heavily. Pick up one in this hot hue, which will work with almost every shade. IN THE NAVY A slinky pair of harem pants like these can easily be dressed up or down and they’re comfortable no matter what you’re doing. SWEET BLUSH Texture is a sure-fire winner and this velvet dress ticks all the boxes. For a chic look, wear with a tee or knit underneath as the weather cools. GOING GREEN Investing in a fabulous leather pencil skirt is a must this autumn, especially in this rich colour – it will take you from season to season. Stockists Boohoo boohoo.co.nz , Colette by Colette Hayman (09) 815 1481, Cotton On 0800 452 885, Decjuba (09) 520 0955,…

Hollywood has spoken. While shoulder-grazing bobs are still at the top of the hair hot list, cut in a fringe too and you’ll well and truly have an A-list ’do. The best part is, with naturally wavy and textured styles gaining popularity, there’s one to suit your hair type, even if it’s not stick-straight. It’s also much cheaper than Botox when it comes to obscuring the odd forehead wrinkle! The only downside is that to keep the style looking fresh and retain the ability to see, you’ll need to get it trimmed every few weeks. While you can do it yourself with hairdressing scissors, if your style is graduated or wispy, it’s best left to the professionals. If it’s straight, your fringe should end at the corner of each eye.…

For under $20 MONDAY Ricotta & Salami Lasagne SERVES 4-6 PREPARATION 20 MINUTES COOKING 1 HOUR 1 onion, finely chopped 1 tablespoon olive oil 80g sliced salami, chopped 1 carrot, diced 1 celery stalk, chopped 575g jar red wine Bolognese pasta sauce 2 tablespoons chopped basil, plus leaves to serve 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped 375g lasagne sheets 400g soft ricotta 1½ cups grated mozzarella WHITE SAUCE 60g butter, chopped ¼ cup plain flour 2 cups milk 2/3 cup grated parmesan 1. Preheat oven to 180°C. Lightly grease an 8-cup oven-proof dish. 2. Sauté onion in oil for 2-3 minutes until tender. Add salami, carrot and celery, then cook for 4-5 minutes. 3. Stir in sauce and herbs, then simmer for 10 minutes. 4. WHITE SAUCE. In a pot, melt butter.…

My husband has joined Instagram. This is a significant step forward for him in the “down with the kids” department. You see, all five of our children are on social media. Terrifying, yes. And up until this point, the hilarity and mayhem that ensues on those domains had eluded him. He is of the old (and probably quite healthy) view that social media is the domain of bored people and, in his mind, morons. But Instagram is different. It has less whining and negativity than Twitter, and fewer cats and babies than Facebook. It’s the platform for people who only have time for a quick glance at a funny or even inspiring photo. Or a quote. Yes, there are a lot of quotes, be warned. But you can control who…

Kiwi export Sara Wiseman is making waves overseas as Carolyn Bligh in the Australian show A Place to Call Home. We catch up with the former Outrageous Fortune star, 44, to talk about the 1950s drama, which returns for a fourth season this week. What can we expect to see in the new episodes? It’s pretty much a direct continuation from season three, picking up only a few days later. In terms of where Carolyn’s at, she’s trying to find a way through some very traumatic stuff that, unfortunately, quite a few women go through. Last season, Carolyn was sexually assaulted. How was it playing a character who went through that? You just want to honour and do the best job you can for all those women who’ve been through…

SEX TAPE WITH RAY J “I shouldn’t have to constant ly be on the defence, listing off my accomplishments just to prove that I am more than a sex tape that happened 13 years ago.” POSING NAKED FOR PLAYBOY “I found these old photos from my December 2007 Playboy Magazine shoot by Hype Williams and had to post them! They are so good, I look like a baby!” BREAKING THE INTERNET AGAIN WITH A NUDE SELFIE “I don’t do drugs, I hardly drink, I’ve never committed a crime – and yet I’m a bad role model for being proud of my body?” PUBLISHING A BOOK OF SELFIES “It’s called Selfish which is fitting. My very first selfie was taken in 1984. I put my mom’s clip-on earrings on Khloé, found…

Your letters Sage advice Your digi-parenting feature “An age guide to technology” was simple yet effective (WD, February 20). I liked the suggestion to consider a child’s maturity before buying them a phone and to respect age restrictions on games. It encourages recognition of kids as individuals but also protects their childhood. • Chrissy, Otaki Big love I loved your story “Mum’s mission: Why I blogged in my togs” (WD, February 27). I’m proud to see Monique Doy pose in her bikini. A woman’s beauty is in how she carries herself, not her size. We have to be proud, especially us mothers whose bodies have gone through dramatic changes. Being curvy and large should be celebrated – we are all beautiful and we should know it! • Fe, Christchurch Not…

Pisces FEB 20 – MAR 20 Bring on the fun and games – Mars is poised to activate the adventurous part of your chart. Over the next six weeks, you may find yourself in some unusual situations and places! Fine food and music will leave you on a high, so step outside that comfort zone and enjoy some well-deserved treats. Aries MAR 21 – APR 20 As Mars ramps up spending, remind yourself that the best things in life are free. Steer clear of glitzy shops and revamp old items instead – tinkering might be surprisingly pleasurable. The fun-loving stars on Friday bring a pleasant surprise for lovebirds, while the weekend may rev up a fitness kick. Taurus APR 21 – MAY 21 Life looks busy, but fear not –…

JESSICA BIEL Her gilded KaufmanFranco dress channelled Oscar and was matched with peachy tones on Jessica’s eyes, lips and cheeks. • To get skin “lit from within”, apply a luminous moisture fluid before a long-wear foundation, then buff a matte peach blush just below the cheekbones. • Use eye primer on lids, then apply a pearlised-peach shadow, extending above the crease and below the lower lash line. For cat-eye flicks, use a gel liner and brush. Apply close to the lash line several times, extending out from the corners, each time increasing the thickness. Apply mascara on top and bottom lashes. • Tie it together with subtle balm colour in coral or peach for lips. TARAJI P. HENSON A smoky eye is always a great idea for black-tie events. Taraji…