Innholdsfortegnelse for 4-Jul-2022 i Woman's Own

Summer, dare I say it, feels like it’s almost in full swing and whether you’ve got a wedding coming up, a family barbecue or you’re in need of some beach inspiration, our fabulous Fashion team has you covered. On p16 you’ll find exactly what your wardrobe is calling out for and, even better, these high street heroes won’t break the bank. Of course, we’re in the UK where the weather is known for being a tease, so if we edge back into what feels like a very wet winter by tomorrow then cheer yourself up by turning to p34 and feasting your eyes on those tasty-looking brownies. These easy recipes can be whipped up by even the most unskilled of chefs (I know, because I am one!). Enjoy, and have…

We’re used to seeing the Loose Women open up about their personal lives, but Coleen Nolan looked visibly shocked when co-star Kaye Adams asked her about her weight live on air. ‘So, where are you at then? Because you go up and down…’ journalist Kaye asked Coleen as they discussed Victoria Beckham’s comments about it being old-fashioned to strive to be thin. Coleen, 57, was initially taken aback by Kaye’s question, stating, ‘Alright, Kaye!’ – but proceeded to open up. ‘Every season is like a different me. I’ve done everything. And I always ended up being back to where I was at the beginning,’ Coleen explained. ‘Since it’s been about health, I’ve dropped a lot of weight. I don’t ever count calories – it’s not a diet, it’s about health.’…

Dressed in a smart suit jacket and skirt, I sat behind my desk at the bathroom sales office where I had worked for the past six months. As a customer walked through the door, I stood up with a smile plastered on my face and talked them through their bathroom design options. I was, to them and my colleagues, an image of professionalism. But as soon as the customer had left, I headed towards the door myself. ‘Just popping out for a fag break,’ I told my colleagues. I unlocked my car door and climbed inside, carefully checking around the car park to make sure that nobody could see me. SECRET WORLD Sat in the driver’s seat, I reached into my handbag and pulled out a cannabis joint I had…

Rest in peace princess’ were the heartbreaking words that told the world baby Azaylia had died. Former footballer Ashley Cain, 31, and his then girlfriend Safiyya Vorajee, 34, had just eight short months with their daughter before she passed away in April 2021 after a battle with acute myeloid leukaemia. Ashley had written on Instagram, ‘Rest in peace princess, I will always hold you in my heart.’ ‘HER WHITE BLOOD CELL COUNT IS VERY HIGH’ Since then, Safiyya and Ashley have set up The Azaylia Foundation, supporting children with cancer. But while they continue to work on the foundation together, the couple announced in March 2022, a month before the first anniversary of Azaylia’s death, that they had decided to split. And now, Safiyya has laid her grief and heartache…

PAMELA ANDERSON One of the most iconic TV personalities of the 90s, Pam had her first breast augmentation in 1990 after being crowned Playboy’s Playmate of the Year. But when asked in 2016 if she regretted any beauty procedures, she gestured to her breasts, saying, ‘Not that we need to point it out.’ KATIE PRICE Former page-three girl Katie Price has undergone a whopping 13 boob jobs in her life. She had her first at 18, taking her from a 32B to a 32C. Katie recently biggest pair of implants are ‘in a safe for sale for a million pounds’. ANGELINA JOLIE The actress had surgery after discovering she carries the BRCA1 gene mutation, increasing her risk of developing the same cancer that killed her mother. ‘The decision to have…

Make-up, slap, warpaint – whatever you call it, it’s a friend to most women. For me, I wear it daily and everywhere. Since I first slathered on my mum’s four-shades-too-dark foundation in the first year of secondary school, it’s become a second skin and I can’t imagine life without it. However, after reading research that beauty habits have changed since the pandemic and now more women than ever are turning their backs on make-up, I decided to give it a go. For one week, I’ll attempt to go without my usual slap – although as I put my products away I must admit I’m not entirely sure I’ll last the seven days. MONDAY Usually, I allot a minimum of 45 minutes a day to getting ready, spending 15 minutes blow-drying…

ARIES 21 Mar – 20 Apr Remember, when you’re waiting and hoping for your life to change, see this as a rest period. You may need to help a friend. TAURUS 21 Apr – 20 May You’ve debated doing an exercise class with a friend. It will spur you into a fitness regime. You’ll be invited to fun events. GEMINI 21 May – 20 Jun You could be asked to entertain some young guests. With your teaching experience you could play drama games or tell a story. CANCER 21 Jun – 22 Jul Looking forward helps you to clarify what role you need somebody to play. Why not treat yourself to a psychic reading? LEO 23 Jul – 22 Aug Are you having vivid dreams showing a possible future and…

GO GO GO, JOSIE! Josie Gibson’s three-year-old son has stolen the hearts of viewers on This Morning, so much so that when she was presenting an item on inflatables recently, I nipped out of the studio to tell her how adorable Reggie is. I’ve been a big fan of Josie’s for a while, but I reckon I’d have a tough act to follow with wee Reggie pulling focus in the same frame. I asked the in-demand presenter if she was planning a holiday. ‘A break – what’s that?’ she joked. We’d miss her too much from our screens, to be fair. No one does chaotic shipshape and Bristol fashion like our Josie! RIGHT ON BRAND Jo Brand is a dab hand at dishing up the quips on GBBO’s An Extra…

Kate & Wills WHY THEY’VE HAD ENOUGH! After years of calling Kensington Palace’s four-storey, 20-room Apartment 1A their home, the Cambridges have had enough of London. Reports suggest the couple will move with children George, eight, Charlotte, seven and Louis, four, to Adelaide Cottage, a Grade II-listed, four-bedroom pad on the royal estate in Windsor. A source has suggested the move is because William wants to be closer to the Queen after the death of Prince Philip. ‘Losing the Duke of Edinburgh has left a big hole in all their lives,’ the source explained. ‘He was a great counsel to William and he feels very protective of his grandmother.’ Handily, Kate’s parents are also just down the road in Bucklebury Manor, too. According to sources, the couple were after…

As one-fifth of one of the UK’s biggest girl bands, Girls Aloud, Kimberley Walsh, 40, has been on our radar since 2002, but how well do we know her? We sat down with the Morning Live star, who lives with husband of six years Justin and children Bobby, seven, Cole, five, and Nate, one, to discuss what makes her happiest. 1 Embarrassing memory Most recently I was performing in Big The Musical and I was doing a routine, front and centre of the stage, when my shoe got caught in my fishnet tights. I hit the floor and was just looking around not knowing what to do. It was incredibly embarrassing but also very funny. It was a true ‘the show must go on’ moment. 2 Moment you always laugh…

THE MUSIC NEVER GROWS OLD But surely it could be a little cheaper to enjoy? Flowery headbands and Hunter wellies at the ready because festival season is well and truly here. Glastonbury, Isle of Wight, Wireless, Bestival… the list is endless and grows every year. But if you’re rolling your eyes rather than a, er, ‘herbal’ cigarette just stop right there. Because this summer’s music scene is not about that weird species called teenagers. Nope. It’s strictly adults only. Preferably OAP adults. ‘IT’S JUMPIN’ JACK CASH RATHER THAN FLASH’ Seriously, check out the acts currently strutting their stuff on stages around the country. Last week’s Glasto starred Sir Paul McCartney, Robert Plant, Diana Ross, Herbie Hancock and many more who have been able to claim their pensions for years. The…

I’m having the best sex of my life QI am having the best sex of my life with a man I know through work. We are both married but I would leave my husband as we haven’t been close for years. But my lover says he loves his wife and kids and will never leave. I am confused by this as he chased me, and says he loves me. We’re both 50 and I want to take things further, but how? A If someone’s actions differ from their words, then you need to rethink what they are saying. This man says he loves his wife, yet he’s cheating on her. He also says he loves you yet will never leave his family. Right now, he has the best of both…

Hide pesky veins If you’re self-conscious about any imperfections such as scarring or veins on your legs, some clever body make-up can conceal them in an instant. S19 Super FX Body Makeup, £25, Boots, is one of the best we’ve tried. A little goes a long way, and it helps the darkest of marks to vanish. Tone wobbly thighs Exercise is obviously the best course of action to tone your legs, but using targeted toning creams can also help to tighten skin. Palmers Cocoa Butter Formula Firming Butter, £5.19, Boots, uses nourishing shea butter combined with collagen and elastin to leave your skin feeling tighter. Deal with your décolletage If you have a crêpey décolletage, Noughty The Booster Décolletage Serum, £14.95, lovenoughty.co.uk, is just the answer. This illuminating cream serum…

Netflix and chilli brownies MAKES 16 Ideal for sharing on the sofa while watching your favourite series or a film, the balance of sweet and spicy in this recipe is what makes it a must-try. YOU WILL NEED 200g unsalted butter, chopped into rough cubes, plus extra for greasing 200g dark chocolate (around 70% cocoa solids), roughly broken into pieces 150g caster sugar 150g light muscovado sugar 80g toffee popcorn, such as Butterkist 3 large eggs, lightly beaten 60g plain flour 60g cocoa powder 1tsp ancho chilli flakes ¼tsp salt 60g stem ginger, chopped, plus 1tbsp syrup from the jar ½ small red chilli, deseeded and finely chopped, to garnish (optional) HOW TO DO IT 1 Heat the oven to 180C/Gas 4. Grease a 20cm square tin with a little…

1 GET PAID TO FILL IN SURVEYS Sign up to online survey sites Swagbucks (swagbucks.com), which gives you points for answering surveys and doing other home-based tasks, like watching videos. Once you’ve enough points you exchange these for cash paid via PayPal or gift cards. And if you love TV, sign up with the research panel The Viewers. You could get paid to give your opinion on a new programme. For information, visit theviewers.co.uk. 2 TURN SKILLS INTO CASH If you’re creative, could you sell what you make, such as pottery or jewellery, online? You could set up a shop on Etsy (etsy.com), although you’ll pay fees for listing and selling. To boost your chances of selling, get the photos right and ensure descriptions include all the relevant information too.…

Phillip Schofield was all smiles as lookalike daughters Ruby and Molly treated him to a Father’s Day lunch. It’s not like he couldn’t afford to pay for a slap-up meal himself! Never one to shy away from stripping off, Nadia Sawalha enjoyed the heatwave in style. ‘Rain didn’t stop play,’ joked Nad’s Loose Womencolleague Linda Robson as she danced to Nile Rodgers & Chic and Billy Ocean at Kenwood House in London. Are you even British if you haven’t partied wearing a plastic poncho in the rain?…

PAISLEY PERFECTION Flatter your figure with a relaxed bohemian fit. Dress, £55, sizes 10-22, Mantaray at debenhams.com PLANT-BASED BEAUTY Promotes a radiant glow. BeautyPro Coconut-Infused Sheet Mask, £5, Sainsbury’s HYDRATION HIT Feel summery with this barbecue essential. Jug, £12, Matalan FLORAL FANCIES Smell the garden inside. Water Lily & Cedar Musk Diffuser, £19.99, Zara Home GILT TRIP Let storage take centre stage. Metal jewellery stand, £19.99, H&M Home SUNSHINE STYLE Smarten up your summer wardrobe with timeless tailoring. Blazer, £29, top, £18, shorts, £16, all sizes 6-22, shoes, £16, all F&F Clothing TREAT YOUR FEET Designed with Forever Comfort Technology. Shoes, £48, Next WRAP UP Keep on standby for chilly evenings. Blanket, £19.99, H&M Home SWEET DREAMS For a restful night’s sleep. Apothecary Sleep Bath Oil, £9.50, M&S LIGHT UP…

Summer events Pub Stick to easy-to-wear basics for a cool off-duty look. A Breton T-shirt and denim shorts are summer wardrobe essentials. They’re great for holidays too, as they’re easy to pack and can be worn in so many ways. TOP TIP Relaxed-fit shorts are most flattering on the legs BBQ A relaxed silhouette will keep you cool and comfortable in the heat. Opt for colourful vertical stripes to add a sense of fun and to elongate your frame. Complete the look with a coordinating hat and sunglasses. TOP TIP Keep underwear out of sight with a strapless bra Beach It can feel a little daunting stripping off at the beach, so choose swimwear that makes you feel great. A stylish swimsuit can also be worn as a top, taking you from the…

When you think of practising ways to look after your mental health, you may picture a cross-legged yogi, surrounded by burning incense, counting their breaths. If this doesn’t appeal, don’t worry. There are plenty of other ways you can keep your mind healthy. In fact, switching yoga pants and bare feet for hiking shoes and a backpack could be one of the best ways to look after your mind. Yes, that’s right, as well as being good for your physical health, walking has a multitude of mental health benefits, too. Plus, it could provide the chance for some much-needed mindfulness. Best of all it’s free – so what are you waiting for? Why is it great for your mind? 1 WALKING INCREASES BLOOD FLOW Cardiovascular exercise, such as walking, helps…

TWISTY THRILLER THE APARTMENT UPSTAIRS by Lesley Kara (£14.99, Transworld, HB) After everything that happened could life ever be the same again? Scarlett is not a quitter, and she’s determined to rebuild some degree of normality. She refuses to leave her home, even though her aunt was savagely murdered in the flat above her own. Meanwhile, funeral director Dee is juggling the demands of her busy job with more personal matters. Ten years ago, her best friend vanished into thin air, and Dee is planning an event to mark the anniversary of her disappearance. When Scarlett and Dee’s paths cross, a surprising link between them begins to unearth gruesome secrets… A satisfying thriller that oozes with menace. PAGE TURNER THE GIRL WHO LEFT by Jenny Blackhurst (£8.99, Canelo, PB) His…

It’s Fiz and Phill’s wedding, but someone is determined to make sure it doesn’t happen. Hope’s bridesmaid’s dress is ruined, the registrar is cancelled and Phill’s ex-wife Camilla turns up and claims that he’s been sending her emails saying that he still loves her and wants her back! The prime suspect for all this sabotage is Phill’s meddlesome mother, Mimi. Who else could it be? Meanwhile, Tyrone threatens to throw a spanner of his own in the works, when Kev urges him to tell Fiz that he still loves her – but will he find the courage to have that conversation before it’s too late?…