Innholdsfortegnelse for 1-Aug-2022 i Woman's Own

There’s no denying a new hairstyle or outfit can instantly lift your mood – on p16, inject a bit of bright into your wardrobe with the Fashion team’s favourite sunset shades. And, on p28, you can make like a movie star with a new summer ’do – no celebrity stylist, or hefty price tag needed! And, on the subject of lifting moods… Less stress, more sex – sounds like a pretty good promise, right? Well, while we all know strawberries and oysters are meant to have magical properties, they aren’t the only things in the kitchen that can help revive your libido. For an expert guide on how to get your mojo back, turn to p22 – it certainly got everyone in the office talking! Enjoy, and have a…

Sunset shades TOP TIPBalance the voluminous skirt with a more fitted top half The skirt The tiered skirt has made a comeback and it’s perfect for giving your outfit a laid-back, boho vibe. The shirred waist keeps this one comfy and flattering for round-the-clock wear. Style with a printed cami for a breezy weekend look. Top, £14, sizes 8-24, Tu Clothing; skirt, £14, sizes 6-24, George at Asda; sunglasses, £5.50, shein.co.uk; shoes, £14.99, New Look Total outfit cost£48.49 Beachwear Your swimwear is not complete without a coordinating cover-up and this ombré kimono will take you straight from beach to bar. The self-tie fastening nips you in at the waist for a flattering silhouette. Layer over a swimsuit or denim shorts. TOP TIPLook for a non-wired swimsuit for all-day comfort without…

Forgot to diet before the start of summer and now panicking about squeezing into your holiday wardrobe? Don’t worry, this speedy but effective diet will make a big difference if you follow it exactly. OK, it might feel like a push at this time of year as you’ll be avoiding alcohol for the entire week and staying physically active every day, too. But the good news is that it’s only for seven days and you’ll be well rewarded for your effort – in fact, you could lose up to half a stone! Your rules 1 Stick to the meal plan, without adding any extras. Don’t worry, we’ve selected dishes that you’ll find filling and satisfying – some are easy to pick up from the supermarket. 2 You can swap days…

Speedy vegetable noodles SERVES 2 This versatile recipe is sure to become a midweek staple. YOU WILL NEED 1tbsp of sesame seeds 2 nests of wholewheat noodles 60g Tesco Frozen Bean and Pea mix 60g sliced spring greens 2 organic eggs 2tbsp teriyaki sauce 1-2tsp chilli oil, plus extra for serving HOW TO DO IT 1 Tip the sesame seeds into a large dry frying pan placed over a high heat. Toast for 2 mins, until fragrant, then tip into a bowl and set aside. 2 Place the pan over a medium heat, add the noodles and cover with boiling water. Add a pinch of sea salt and simmer for 1 minute, stirring occasionally to break up the noodles. 3 Add the frozen veg and spring greens…

Fern on Phil split ‘I WISH I PERSEVERED’ It’s been two years since their split, but Fern Britton has admitted she regrets not trying harder to make things work with her ex-husband of 20 years, telly chef Phil Vickery, 61. In a recent interview, the TV star, 64, said, ‘Often, the children leave home and you look at each other and go, “Ah, where do we go from here?” I only wish I was the sort of person who could have persevered through that, but I couldn’t.’ After moving away from her family home in Buckinghamshire, Fern is now based in Cornwall, in a house she shares with the couple’s daughter Winnie, 20, and spends her time writing novels. The former This Morning star admitted her life ‘did go…

Hearing the toaster pop, I flipped an egg over in the pan and popped two tea bags in two mugs. ‘Breakfast’s ready, love,’ I called to my husband, Brian, then 66. ‘Thanks, pet,’ Brian said, shuffling into the dining room in his slippers, a newspaper tucked under his arm. As I placed the fry-up down in front of him, I gave him a smile and asked him what his plans were for the day. ‘I thought I might go to the bookies,’ he said. Brian was nothing if not a creature of habit. It was July 2013, and we had lived in our little council house in Wolverhampton for decades. Since Brian had retired from his job as a builder six years before, he did the same thing every day…

I’m looking at a photograph of a 30-year-old woman at her leaving do. She seems happy enough (drunk, excited about the new job) but slightly dishevelled. I want to reach across the table - in motherly fashion - and warn her not to leave her wallet open with all her credit cards on view. The dangly tin earrings she’s wearing are fun, but will give her contact dermatitis. And why on earth is she dressed in severe black? In your 30s your skin still has that wonderful youth ‘glow’. I want to shout, ‘Remember to show your arms as much as possible.’ The funny thing is, that woman is me. I can totally remember being her, but she is also a mystery. As I approach my 60th birthday this August…

TAKING ASPIRIN BEFORE SURGERY Q For a long time now I’ve been on a waiting list for a new knee. I had all my pre-op assessments months ago, but had the operation cancelled twice because of the pandemic. I take a junior aspirin every day and I’m pretty sure they said to stop this before my surgery, but I can’t remember how long before? A We usually advise stopping any medicines that thin the blood for a week before surgery. On your appointment letter, there should be a number for your consultant’s secretary. Give them a ring and she will be able to confirm what your consultant would like you to do. Why is my inhaler out of stock? Q I have asthma and currently use two different inhalers. My…

Make waves without tongs There’s been a resurgence in trying ways to get waves without reaching for the tongs. We all know the classic trick of braiding your hair when it’s damp to create beachy waves as it dries. Kitsch Satin Heatless Curling Set, £16, mykitsch. com, is another way of testing out the trend – wrap hair around the tube, tie it up then sleep. Remove in the morning and work through with a wide-toothed comb to loosen the waves. The quick messy bun No need to wash and style your hair for this easy look. Gather your hair to the height of your choice, then loosely twist into a bun and secure with a bobble. Bring out some pieces around your face to soften it. You can…

Update your bathroom without breaking the bank 1 Roll with it Something as quick and simple as fitting a new loo roll holder can up the style stakes in your bathroom. There are plenty of quirky free-standing options available, but a stylish macramé design will tap into this season’s boho trend. Alternatively, if space is tight, consider a wall-mounted design that offers storage space for spare rolls. 2 Quick draw Blinds are one of the quickest and most inexpensive ways to bring some colour and pattern into your bathroom and are an ideal option for renters who aren’t allowed to paint or retile their space. Look for blinds made from moisture-resistant fabrics to prevent mould from forming in a humid bathroom. 3 Floor fillers…

CLUES & ARROWS Fill in the clues in the direction of the arrows WORDWISE bier, birr, brief, briefs, brier, bruise, bruiser, brush, brusher, burier, buries, burr, burrs, burs, burse, bush, bushfire, bushier, busier, fibre, fibs, fubsier, furbish, herb, hubris, rebus, REFURBISH, ribs, rubs, shrub. Sudoku To solve the puzzle, each 3x3 box, each column and each row must contain the numbers 1 to 9. Wordsearch Lehenga, pareo and andon hakama are examples from around the world of what type of garment? The answer is the one missing from the grid. BRACARDIGANCOATDRESSGLOVEHATJUMPERSCARF SHIRTSHOESHORTSSKIRTSOCKTROUSERSVEST CROSSWORD Complete the grid then read down the shaded squares to reveal the hidden answer. Clue: Painter. ACROSS 7 Former capital of Nigeria (5)8 Done without conscious thought (9)10 & 13 Ac. 2021 comedy heist film starring 15…

CORRIE ON CRAIC! ‘We’re still here! A couple of old-timers,’ joked ex Corrie legend Nigel Pivaro when we were reunited. He starts touring as iconic Dublin patriarch ‘Da’ in The Commitments this September – his first stage role in 20 years. ‘It’s such an iconic piece,’ he says. ‘People have great expectations of it and it’s up to us to deliver.’ KATHERINE COPS IT! Katherine Kelly has been busy with pal Mark Benton on new comedy-drama podcast Curl Up and D.I. about a pair of detectives in a seaside town who haven’t made an arrest in 40 years of combined service. ‘It’s been described as “magical nonsense”,’ says Katherine. ‘It’s a response to the hard world we’re living in, and nonsense is a good response to that.’ The pair are…

While many women dream of a fairy-tale wedding with all the romantic trimmings, the road to the aisle for Stacey Solomon, 32, and Joe Swash, 40, hasn’t been straightforward. The bride has made no secret of her nerves ahead of their nuptials- even admitting she was ‘anxious’ about Joe’s stag do, and pictures of him chatting to a woman in Ibiza, albeit innocent, were printed in national newspapers soon after. The TV darlings were originally meant to tie the knot last year, but postponed their nuptials when Stacey found out she was pregnant with the couple’s daughter, Rose, now nine months. They also opted to shift their plans completely, saying goodbye to their original venue in order to tie the knot at their Essex home, Pickle Cottage. ‘I’M SCARED OF…

WOMEN WITH BALLS It’s time for men to sit on the sidelines while the ladies take the trophy… This weekend, a group of women will get together and do something that will have a depressingly high number of men rolling their eyes. Especially blokes of a certain age. Nope, not the usual shopping/nagging thing, surrounding every clichéd sexist joke ever. It’s worse than that, because it involves an area very precious to fellas… balls. Footballs to be precise. After a sizzling summer of astonishing skill, this Sunday sees the final of the Euro 2022 at London’s Wembley Stadium. And no, I’m not qualifying it by saying the Women’s Euro 2022 – because we don’t refer to the male version as the Men’s Euro, do we? The game is now incredibly…

Have you heard about? DRINKING COFFEE CAN INCREASE IMPULSE BUYS Prone to grabbing a latte or cappuccino before your weekly shop? You might be increasing the risk of splurging, says a new study*. Compared to those who drank water, caffeine drinkers bought significantly more items, researchers found. They were also more likely to buy non-essential products, such as candles. Trying to save? It’s probably best to swerve the grocery store cafe! It worked for me Emma Francis, 57, Essex ‘I first had symptoms of rosacea on my face (where my skin becomes sore with red pus-filled spots) about 14 years ago. I tried prescribed topical gels but nothing helped. Now I use Kalme TeQ Serum (£17.95 for 30ml, skinshop.co.uk), which has been amazing. Not only has it reduced the redness…

He was sexually attracted to her Q Last year my husband had an affair. We split for a few months, but he begged to get back together. We are trying but what hasn’t helped is knowing how sexually attracted he was to this woman and hearing him say ‘I have never felt this way’. This comment alone has left me devastated. I have always been overweight and don’t feel good about myself. I love him but I feel so crushed. What do we do? A I can see why this comment has knocked your self-esteem, especially as it was low before this happened. But do not blame yourself – it isn’t your fault that he had an affair and broke your heart. In terms of moving forward, marriage counselling will…

ASK ALEX A‘WHAT IS MY HOROSCOPE TODAY?’ 26 July-1 August 2022 ARIES 21 Mar – 20 Apr Everything changes as the Full Moon leaves Aquarius. Travel is a variety of experiences that lead to the fullness of life. TAURUS 21 Apr – 20 May Tune into those around you. This can also help you keep the peace within your own personal connections. GEMINI 21 May – 20 Jun Clean out your living space, discard the old to make space for new. You can make money from any items you haven’t worn. CANCER 21 Jun – 22 Jul Make this week about family time. Arrange a trip, plan some future events, surprise the children and grandchildren. LEO 23 Jul – 22 Aug Look at ways you can save money for your…

CAT BRUSHING by Jane Campbell (£14.99, Quercus, HB) The desires, beliefs and freedoms of older women are explored in this extraordinary collection of short stories. Meet Susan, who begins a passionate, emotional relationship with her attractive young carer Miffy. Or Martha, who exacts revenge on her care-home staff using a robot designed to monitor behaviour. The narrator of Cat Brushing tells elaborate tales of her sensual past to her beloved Siamese cat, while married Linda desperately searches the banks of Victoria Falls, seeking out a lover she left behind years ago. Unflinching and wonderfully witty, Cat Brushing offers a much-needed fresh perspective on the diverse realities of ageing. GRIPPING DEBUT NO COUNTRY FOR GIRLS by Emma Styles (£16.99, Little, Brown Book Group, HB) Nao and Charlie couldn’t be more different.…

‘LUCK IS ABOUT FAMILY AND FRIENDSHIP’ Simon Pegg ‘IT’S A RIP-ROARING ADVENTURE!’ The Star Trek and Hot Fuzz actor plays a cat in a new animation… There’s an A-list cast of famous voices in new Apple TV+ film Luck, which follows a teenager who finds herself in a beautiful and magical land… Although Sam (Eva Noblezada) never seems to have any luck, she remains an optimistic and caring 18-year-old. Having grown up in care, she wants her young friend Hazel (Adelynn Spoon) to have some luck in finding the forever family that she never had. So when Sam finds and then loses a lucky penny that seems to have come from a black cat named Bob (Simon Pegg), she runs after him to get another one for Hazel and finds…

Squeezing into a pair of shorts, my cheeks burned. I was 12 and in a bid to get out of cross country, I’d fibbed to the teacher I’d forgotten my kit. But when the first runner came home, the teacher ordered me to change into their kit and run the course. Larger than most children my age, the borrowed shorts and vest, already sweaty and dirty, was ridiculously tight. I’ve never forgotten that humiliation. Exercising to music, though, was a complete contrast – the movement filled me with joy. So, while I hated PE lessons at school, I loved my dancing classes. ‘I WANTED TO GET FIT TO PLAY WITH MY SONS’ DIET CYCLE But by the age of 13 I was already in a diet cycle of losing weight,…