Woman's Own 22-Dec-2014

Terrific TV! It wouldn’t be Christmas and New Year without the very best telly to watch! When all the turkey’s been eaten, what’s better than flopping on the settee with a big box of choccies and the remote control? We here at Woman’s Own can’t wait for the BBC’s festive adaptation of Roald Dahl’s Esio Trot. Starring Dustin Hoffman, Judi Dench and a lot of tortoises, this love story looks set to be magical! For all the details and our round-up of the other top shows, turn to our TV pecial on page 92. Happy viewing! Don’t forget – your next Woman’s Own is on sale in two weeks’ time, on Tuesday 30 December.…

Shine on Making a statement Kym Marsh, 38, flaunts her figure in this body-con dress. An elegant up-do and simple smoky eyes proves sometimes less is definitely more. Sexy shimmer Kelly Brook, 34, ups the glamour stakes and shows off her hourglass curves in this plunging gown. A slick of red lipstick and matching nails complement her film-star style. Goldengirl Looking far younger than her 43 years in a one-shoulder mini, Amanda Holden is all smiles. Super-strappy heels show off her ta toned legs. Heavy metal This sparkly fits Good Morning Britain presenter Susanna Reid, 43, like a glove. A one-shoulder chiffon cape softens the structured shape of this flamboyant frock. Hip to be square This modest but dazzling numbe looks amazing o Myleene Klass, 36 She really lives up…

She happily admits to having had the age-busting injections in the past, but Amanda Holden hasn’t let those Botox needles anywhere near her face for three years following the difficult birth of her daughter, Hollie Rose. The presenter, 43, came close to death following complications with Hollie’s birth in January 2012, when Amanda had to undergo a blood transfusion. ‘Along the lines of Kylie when she had cancer, I gave [Botox] up after Hollie,’ Amanda revealed. ‘For the last three years I haven’t bothered, and instead have been having Collagen Wave facials. It’s done amazing things to my face.’ Amanda will be returning to Britain’s Got Talent in the new ear, and she revealed, ‘Eric Simon Cowell’s son] will come on the road for the series and Hollie’s birthday is…

Jane McDonald, 51, is busy preparing for a Christmas with a difference this year – away from the big family celebrations she’s so used to. Starring in panto for the first time, she’ll be having a quiet day with her fiancé Eddie Rothe instead. But for self-proclaimed ‘Mrs Christmas’, this time of year is still all about friends, family and remembering loved ones. HiJane,HappyChristmas! Whatareyourplansforthe bigday? I’m doing nothing! Ed’s sorting out the Christmas dinner, I’m going to have a duvet day I think, it’ll be great! I’ll just get in [after doing panto] on Christmas Eve, open a bottle of champagne and have a blast. I’m really looking forward to a quiet Christmas, which I’ve never had. What’s thethingyou lovemostaboutthis timeofyear? The best thing is family, especially now I’m…

Former EastEnders actress Elaine Lordan has shocked fans after she was spotted downing a bottle of wine in the street – at 11am. The star was out walking near her home in London recently when passers-by saw her knock back a 375ml bottle of Chenin blanc after buying it from a local shop. Later that same day, she was seen trying to clean up leaves outside her house with a mop. Drink problem? Elaine, 48, is best known for playing Lynne Hobbs in EastEnders, but she left the soap in 2004 following reports of drunken behaviour both on and off set. It was suggested that she had a problemwith alcohol throughout her time on the show, especially after she got a driving ban in 2003 for a 2001 drink-driving offence.…

She certainly doesn’t look Christmas crackers in this outfit! Loose lady Andrea McLean, 45, is simply dazzling clutching her festive cocktail in this shimmering purple frock. Straight Up singer Paula Abdul, 52, is eye-popping in this multicoloured Christmas cracker-like dress. She just needs her paper crown to complete the ensemble, we think! Pretty in pink Myleene Klass, 36, looks snap-tastic in this stunning floor-length gown. No cheesy jokes are needed here! TV cook Nigella Lawson, 54, has gone foracolourful, stripy cracker number. This figure-hugging frock is just right for a festive look. It’s spooky how much Jennifer Lopez’s bodycon outfit looks like this blue and gold party favour. The 45-year-old certainly pulled a cracker! Och aye the noo! Lorraine Kelly, 55, has got her tartan frock on to celebrate Chrimbo,…