Innholdsfortegnelse for February 11, 2013 i Woman's Own

One minute it’s freezing cold, the next it’s mild – what would we do without the great British weather? It’s never been trickier to know what to wear when we leave the house, but a good place to start is our spring fashion trends special that starts on p20. Our Fashion Editor, Fiona, has picked the most wearable styles from next season’s looks that you can try right now. So whether you like a walk on the wild side in animal prints, opt for ladylike lace or prefer classic black and white pieces, we’ve got you covered! facebook.com/womansownmagazine twitter.com/womansown womansowneditor@ipcmedia.com 020 3148 6565…

YOUR WINNER! To see more of Mary’s style go to womansown.co.uk/maryberry 70 s Blue belle Baking queen Mary Berry, 77, looks so glamorous in this turquoise design, £229, by Damsel In A Dress. The highwaisted satin and chiffon style shows off her trim figure. Red hot We can’t believe Loose Women’s Sherrie Hewson is 62 – check out the flame-red dress. She keeps it simple with medium-denier tights and classic black court shoes. Clever dressing Looking elegant in an Issa design, Ruth Langsford, 52, knows how to dress for her figure. The V-neck style is effortlessly flattering and the gathering highlights her waist. Ruched fabric at the waist creates shape Grecian goddess If you have toned upper arms and shoulders like Melanie Sykes, 42, an asymmetric neckline looks fabulous. The…

The actress and writer has wowed us for 30 years, starring in a number of our favourite movies – Sense And Sensibility, Love Actually, Nanny McPhee and the Harry Potter movies. Emma, 53, has a new film out next week, the fantasy drama Beautiful Creatures (above). With her success, you might expect her to be a bit starry. Not a chance. She lives opposite the house she was brought up in and says she spends most of her time ‘in leggings and an old fleece’. Flushed with success Modest Emma is too shy to display her two Oscars, one for Howard’s End in 1993 and the other for 1995’s Sense And Sensibility, on the mantelpiece. She keeps them in the downstairs loo instead! What now? Filming is about to begin…

The door of the car slammed shut and, heart pounding, I watched as my ex-husband Mostafa walked off down the dusty street. ‘He hasn’t locked us in,’ I thought to myself, as I sat huddled on the back seat with our six-year-old daughter, May. For the past two weeks I had been held prisoner, day and night, in a small house. Yet here, in the middle of war-torn Syria, he had made a basic mistake. He’d left me with May and the car doors open. ‘Please be brave,’ I whispered to May and she nodded, her big brown eyes trusting me. ‘Yes, Mama, I will,’ she replied. I didn’t know where we would go or who could help us. Yet whatever the risks, I knew I had to take this…

From £3.99 Gilt trip Winter metallics have been reinvented for spring in the form of rich golds, shimmering silvers and burnished bronzes. ‘This look is all about shine,’ says Rimmel London’s UK make-up artist Kirstin Piggott. ‘Strong metallic pigment over the eyelid with black kohl-rimmed eyes.’ Apply a wash of shimmering shadow across the lid and press into the inner corner to make eyes appear wider and more youthful. AGE LESS KIT ◆ Rimmel Scandaleyes Kohl Liner in Black, £3.99 ◆ L’Oréal Paris False Lash Flutter Mascara, £10.99 ◆ Sleek Makeup Gold Leaf & Pewter Molten Metal Eyeshadow Duo, £6.99, Superdrug Loud mouth A colour-pop pout acts like a light switch for skin. Bring your lippy up to date with a velvety finish in beautiful brights, such as coral, deep…

EMMA RECOMMENDS Macmillan Cancer Support (0808 808 0000) has a team of experts if you’re struggling with a diagnosis DR RADHA RECOMMENDS Booking a summer holiday? Check fitfortravel.nhs.uk for health advice and which jabs you need I think my boss is being unfair DEAR EMMA, A few weeks ago, while at work drinks, my manager burst into tears and told me she might need to file for bankruptcy. The next day she came down on me hard for a small mistake and has been on my back ever since. What can I do? Jackie, 36, Manchester Your manager’s admission obviously made her feel vulnerable and paranoid, so I expect she will be on you until she senses you’ve ‘got the message’. Like when you meet an angry, frightened animal in…

The morning coffee run It’s hard to avoid the lure of coffee and pastries, but you can increase your willpower with the right food planning. SOLUTION Poached egg on toast and a piece of fruit is the perfect breakfast to keep away hunger pangs, or bring in a sachet of porridge to eat at your desk. The waistline saving can be huge compared with the coffee-shop option – there are 646 calories in the average latte and blueberry muffin! But you can choose carefully – a Starbucks Breakfast Pot (Greek-style yogurt with oats and fruit compote) plus an espresso only adds up to 283 calories. TOP TIP Costa, Starbucks and Caffè Nero have nutritional information for their food and drinks on their websites. Print it out and pin it to…

Save without spending Here are my top tips this week to ensure you’re making the most of your h ard-earned cash 1TRAVEL FIRSTCLASS FOR LESS Standard-class ticket holders on First Great Western and ScotRail can sit in first-class dining cars on long train journeys as long as they eat there. So order an inexpensive meal and you’ll travel in low-cost first-class luxury. 2 MAKE SURE YOU’RE ON THE ELECTORAL ROLL If you’ve moved house recently, check you’re under your new address on the electoral roll, as not being registered to vote from your place of residence will negatively affect your credit rating. 3SHOP ONLINE FOR YOUR SPECS Don’t buy your glasses from an expensive optician. Try on frames in the store, then take your prescription and shop around online for the…

Classic pancake MAKES 16 (1 BATCH) PREP TIME 5 MINS COOKING TIME 20 MINS YOU WILL NEED ◆ 200g plain flour ◆ Salt ◆ 2 large eggs ◆ 600ml milk ◆ Drizzle of oil for frying 1 Sift the flour and a pinch of salt into a bowl. Make a well in the centre then break in the eggs. Pour in half the milk and whisk together, gradually incorporating the flour to make a smooth, thick batter. Beat to remove any lumps, then stir in the rest of the milk. 2 Heat a little oil in a frying pan. Pour in 2tbsp batter, tilting the pan, until it coats the base. Cook over a moderate heat for 30-60 secs or until golden brown on the underside. 3 Flip the pancake…

‘I said it was just an ugly antique!’ My heart was racing as collectors made nods to the auctioneer again and again, furiously outbidding each other. The price soared past £1,000, then £2,000, £3,000… ‘Sold, for £4,300,’ the auctioneer eventually bellowed, slamming his hammer down. ‘How much?’ I gasped, feeling faint. The unusual figurine my husband, David, 54, had picked up for £2 had fetched a small fortune. David and I have always loved rummaging around a car boot sale that’s held in Southport. Most Sundays we take our nine-yearold daughter, Lucy. David, a store manager, goes one way and Lucy and I go in the other, hunting for books or pretty ornaments. One Sunday last September, we bumped into David halfway round. ‘Look what I’ve bought,’ he said proudly.…

1 Midlife crisis This Is 40 Out 14 February Marriage, parenthood and accepting your age are all given the once-over in this new comedy from Knocked Up creator Judd Apatow. Judd’s real-life wife Leslie Mann reprises her role of Debbie, married to Pete (Paul Rudd). Neither of them is terribly happy and, as Debbie turns 40 (38 again, she claims), the couple reassess their lives and try to make a change for the better. 2 Smooth pop sounds Start Over by Blake. Out 11 Feb Famous for their classical performances, grown-up boy band Blake’s new album is full of original pop songs, plus a few well-loved classics such as Make You Feel My Love. It’s the final record to include Jules Knight, off to Holby City to do a bit…

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Five minutes with... Kimberley Walsh The singer, 31, has just released her debut solo album and is on tour with Girls Aloud from 21 Feb Have the rest of Girls Aloud heard your album? Yeah, they’re very excited. They’ve been plugging it for me because I’m rubbish at bigging myself up. Are you saying goodbye to pop with this album of classic songs? Kind of. I’ve enjoyed pop but I’ve taken it as far as I want to. This album is true to who I am. Do you feel you’re getting too old for pop? No, I’m only 31. Look at Kylie and J.Lo! How does your body feel post-Strictly? Stiff! I felt like it was asking me, why are you not dancing? But I had dislocated ribs and bruising,…

COPYNATION STREET Eek! Corrie co-stars Kym Marsh and Natalie Gumede wore the exact same dress but in different colours. Me & Aled The most handsome chap on the night was obviously my TV husband Aled Jones! It was his first time at the awards and we arrived at The O2 in London by boat to beat the traffic. I played it safe with my outfit, wearing a long-sleeved navy dress from Bernshaw teamed with a navy patent clutch from Monsoon. KEITH 4 KATE ‘Tassels are the secret to looking glam,’ Keith Lemon said. He added with a grin, ‘I’ve got a crush on Kate Garraway – she’s sexy!’ GIVE HER A BREAK! For me, Christine Bleakley wore the best frock of the night. The Dancing On Ice host often gets…

Do you remember where you were 29 years ago on Valentine’s Day? The chances are you were glued to the TV, along with 24 million other viewers, watching Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean skating their way to a gold medal in the 1984 Sarajevo Winter Olympics. Even though the nation willed Chris and Jayne to fall in love, they’ve never been a couple and never will be. They are, however, very close. Jayne tells us that every year on Valentine’s Day they speak on the phone and wish each other ‘Happy Bolero day’! The transition from professional athlete to putting your feet up at home is rarely a smooth one and Jayne admits she struggled with weight issues after saying goodbye to skating. But seven years ago she began a…

Nominate A FRIEND RECEIVE £50 EACH My son Aedan, four, whizzed around the playground on his shiny bicycle. ‘Take care now,’ I said, smiling. It was September 2010 and my partner Barr and I had just given Aedan the bike for his fourth birthday. Now he was having fun cycling around the playground outside Alma Park primary school. Aedan went to the nursery at the school in Levenshulme, Manchester, and we were waiting for his sister Ciara, five, to come out of class. Suddenly, without warning, he shot out of the school gates. ‘Stop!’ I cried, running after him. The busy road was just feet away. But Aedan was hurtling straight for the traffic. I froze with fear but then I saw Jacky Fairfax, the lollipop lady, dive into the road with…

By the time we turn 50, many of us are glad to see an end to our child-rearing years and are now looking ahead to some welldeserved me-time. Whether it’s treating ourselves to holidays, starting a new hobby or even a new job, it’s a chance to enjoy our freedom and perhaps even look forward to being a grandmother. But there’s a new breed of fiftysomething women eager to have a babies of their own. Actress Tina Malone is one of them. The Shameless star, who already has a 31-year-old daughter, recently announced she was starting IVF at the age of 50 in the hope of having her first child with her husband Paul Chase, 29. ‘We’re going to give it about six weeks and if it happens, brilliant,’ she’s…

Lurching from one stressful moment to another has become routine for many of us and we accept it as normal. After all, the rigours of modern life demand it, don’t they? But Neil Shah, founder of the Stress Management Society, says it’s essential we learn to find calm among all the busyness. ‘It’s easy not to think twice about a day which starts with you jumping out of bed, rushing round getting everyone and everything ready, getting stuck in traffic so you’re late for a meeting with your boss, eating lunch on the run, and so on,’ says Neil, who is author of The 10-Step Stress Solution (£9.99, Vermilion). ‘Yet you are expecting your body to perform like that of a 100m sprinter over the distance of a marathon. No…

Cuddled up on the sofa, my 14-yearold daughter, Lucy, and I were having a conversation no mother and teenager should ever have to face. ‘I’ve been planning my funeral, Mum,’ Lucy said. ‘I don’t want to upset you, but you might want to write this down.’ Stunned, I grabbed a pen and paper. ‘I don’t want to be buried,’ she continued. ‘I’m afraid I might wake up in mud and worms. Yuck. And I want people to wear pink and purple, and I’d like the brightest pink coffin you can get.’ I scribbled it all down but inside my heart was breaking. The thought of my little Lucy lying in a coffin was more than I could bear. ‘I’d love a horse and carriage too. Can I, Mum?’ she added.…

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For every reader Our fabulous pink heart charm bracelet will add a feminine touch to any outfit – and it’s yours for free. The bracelet is part of a collection of matching silver-plated trace chain jewellery – the 40cm necklace with a heart is only £5, while the 50cm heart necklace is £6. Plus you can get two pairs of earrings – heart drops and gypsy hoops – for just £5. And if you order the whole collection for £16, you will receive a free mystery gift. Simply send in a 69p stamped, self-addressed envelope by 22 March 2013. TEDDY WATCH CHARM Perfect on any handbag, this £16.99 charmer measures about 8cm and is a reliable timepiece as well as looking cute. Great bonus offer! How to order Call 01379…

ON LY £99.99 The H²O X5 Steam Mop With Accessories converts ordinary tap water into supercharged steam in just 30 seconds, giving you the power to clean, deodorise and sanitise your home – it eliminates 99 per cent of bacteria on contact. The clever head design means you can get into corners and tight spaces, and the modern microfibre cleaning technology traps the dirt in the pad. However, it doesn’t stop there. The X5 easily converts into a handheld steamer and comes with all the accessories you need to clean your kitchen worktop, blast burnt on food from the oven, deodorise upholstery, freshen mattresses, even remove the creases from your clothes. It is tough on dirt, grime and bacteria, but kind to the environment. It weighs approximately 2kg when it’s…

Tingle your taste buds in DERBY WHY GO? Derby is making a bid to become recognised for its restaurants and cafés, making it the new foodie capital of the Midlands. More than £2 billion has been ploughed into the city. JUST THE TONIC Jack Rabbits is a food emporium in the Cathedral Quarter of the city, where you can enjoy a range of café meals including toasted fig loaf with warm goat’s cheese (jackrabbitskitchen.co.uk). And pop along to the Derby Pyclet Company (derbypycletcompany. co.uk) in the old Market Hall for a traditional Derbyshire pyclet – a flat crumpet made with milk. AND THERE’S MORE The magnificent Chatsworth House (above) and Calke Abbey are a drive away or, if you stay in the city itself, brave a ghost walk around the…

After going through one of the most turbulent and difficult times of her life, Sue Johnston, 69, says she’s ready for a fresh start. This week, the Corrie star appears in a new series, Being Eileen, which is a spin-off from hit BBC Christmas drama Lapland. The twice-divorced ex-Brookside and The Royle Family actress tells Woman’s Own why she’s determined to stay positive despite the setbacks – and about the special little boy who provided a bright spot in the darkness. Personally, I was glad to see the back of 2012. It was an awful year. I lost a lot of friends to bloody cancer. The way the illness takes young people is terrible. Life can be tough. The death of my friends has made me realise how lucky I…

SUCCESS STORY CBB winner Rylan Clark is set to earn £1m this year with a book deal and TV work. NICE AND SLICE Put a piece of cucumber in your mouth for 30 seconds to kill bad breath. DREAM DUO Dawn French is to play James Corden’s mum in a new sitcom. The week’s UPS & DOWNS TEETHING PROBLEMS A quarter of couples share a toothbrush – ewww! WEB OF LIES More than half of women have their online shopping posted to work to hide it from partners. WHAT THE SHELL? Katie Holmes uses a face cream made from… snail slime!…

◆ Comedian Alan Davies said the difference between him and QI host Stephen Fry is quite simple: ‘He has a huge amount of knowledge and I have nothing.’ ‘Nobody can play Patsy while I’m alive!’ Joanna Lumley stakes her claim to her role in the Ab Fab film, which Jennifer Saunders is writing. ◆ Paul O’Grady wasn’t very impressed with the drink on offer at the awards. ‘Have you tasted the wine in this place?’ he winced. ‘The last time I drank something like that, it had a pickled onion in it. I’d sooner drink Brasso!’ ‘I’ve got the bruises to prove it’ Samia Ghadie reveals how Dancing On Ice is so much tougher than she thought. ◆ Countryfile presenter Julia Bradbury said, ‘I’d love to have more babies, but…

The Loose Women ladies have been called ‘fat, boring 40-year-olds’ by the makers of a rival TV show – which they claim has ripped off their idea. In a clear copycat move, a small digital channel has launched a show called Looser Women, which not only echoes the ITV show’s name, but also shares a format in which a panel of women discuss hot topics and anecdotes about their personal lives. Misleading fans The Loose Women team are said to be outraged at the tacky rip-off by the late-night channel and aren’t about to let them get away with it. A strongly worded letter from the Loose Women lawyers has warned the new show that they’re in breach of copyright and ordered them to stop broadcasting for fear it could…

Monochrome magic Black and white never dates and works as separates and dresses. Take your pick of statement prints from stripes to checks From £12 Only £12 Narrow horizontal stripes will show off your shape Floral fantasy This perennial favourite is blooming again, from soft sugary hues to bold, bright prints Only £16 Ethnic chic Adding a tribal ikat pattern to your wardrobe will give it an instant update Only £20 Ladylike lace Add a delicate touch to any outfit with a hint of lace. It’s elegant and perfect for all occasions Only £12 Safari style This easy-to-wear trend blends military tailoring and laid-back safari fabrics Only £14.99 Pretty pastels Pick subtle tones for a soft, feminine look. We like the sorbet shades of mint green, blush pink and baby…

‘Mother Nature does things for a reason. I wouldn’t like to have had a child still at school when I became a pensioner, but each to their own.’ SHEILA JONES, 62, FACEBOOK ‘If they already have a child, then that’s fine. If not, they can’t really know how hard they will find it. Also, the child might not be very old before they become the carer, rather than the other way around, which isn’t fair.’ SHAONI MYER, 43, FROM OXFORD ‘Go for it! They should think about their health, but none of us knows how long we’ll be here. And older parents can be better – they have more life experience.’ KATE FORREST, 40, FROM WEST LONDON ‘I had my children when I was 40 and 42. I found that…

3 step fix... Hair loss ◆ EAT THIS Your body needs omega-3 fatty acids for hair growth so eat oily fish, like salmon. Walnuts are another rich source and also contain the nutrient biotin that can help prevent hair loss. Eat a handful a day and use walnut oil in stir-fries and salads. ◆ DO THIS Anaemia is a possible cause so boost iron levels by including red meat, leafy greens and egg yolks in your diet. Or you could try Floradix Liquid Iron Formula (£16.05, 500ml, Holland & Barrett), which is more easily absorbed than tablets. ◆ CHECK THIS Is your thyroid gland out of sync? Hair loss is a common sign. If you’re concerned ask your GP for a blood test. Other symptoms include fatigue, weight changes and…

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THIS WEEK How to date online safely TOP CONSUMER ADVICE FROM DEBBI MARCO With Valentine’s Day coming up, this time of year can be hard if you’re single. Yet for divorcees, widows or those of us looking for the right partner, dating websites can be a daunting prospect. So what’s the best way to use them? Firstly, remember that online dating is a great way to meet people. There are some free dating websites available, but to access the full services, you’ll often have to pay a fee. Bear in mind that any man who has paid to join is likely to be taking finding a partner more seriously. Also, make sure the website has rules on etiquette and a feedback section. Some websites assess members – the dating site…

Laser-cut lace Save Indulge in this new interiors look. The dainty cut-out lace is fresh, clean and works on two levels – it’s perfect for floral fans as well as lovers of anything lacy. We love this raspberry broderie anglaise trimmed bedding set (above) from Rocha. John Rocha at Debenhams. The bold colour is just brilliant for an instant update and makes a strong statement. Splurge Add an accent of this style and invest in a smaller piece. This simple birch and steel Torna table lamp (H58cm), £65 from Ikea, not only looks fabulous, it also offers a soft diffusion of light. Reader rated KAREN HYLAND, 36, FROM KENT ‘I am a huge fan of the comic book-inspired prints that are on-trend at the moment. My must-have buy is this…

My husband, Tony, clutched my hand as he led me into the dark room. Suddenly voices shouted out ‘Surprise!’ and as Tony, 65, flicked on the light I saw 70 friends and family in my local social club in Cwmaman, South Wales. I smiled, thrilled as party poppers started cracking to a chorus of Happy Birthday. I was 66 but it wasn’t really my birthday. This celebration was for my heart – the 21st anniversary of the day I had my transplant. Every year we marked it and I’d thought we were going out for a quiet meal. But, unknown to me, Tony had planned this huge party. ‘A 21st birthday is supposed to be a big celebration,’ he grinned. For me, it was even more special because I was…

Aries 21 Mar – 20 Apr This has the potential to be a bit of a wobbly week. There’s some confusion or disappointment around that goes deeper than you thought. By the weekend, you will need to take a moment to process what exactly it is that you are feeling – act on that knowledge and all will be well. ◆ For more call 0901 609 4780 Taurus 21 Apr – 20 May Events to do with your work, authority figures or parents throw challenges in the way. But whatever happens, it’s a good time for thinking things through – perhaps talking them over with friends – before acting. The more options you have for dealing with stuff now the better. ◆ For more call 0901 609 4781 Gemini 21…