Innholdsfortegnelse for September 14, 2015 i Woman

They tied the knot in Venice, Italy last September. But as George and Amal Clooney approach their first wedding anniversary on 27 September, rumours about the state of their relationship continue to gain momentum. Just four months into their marriage, politics’ newest power couple – speculation is rife that George will run for president one day– were pushed to the brink when news broke they were on the verge of splitting. Reports suggested their long-distance relationship and travelling between Britain and the US were starting to take their toll. On top of that, Amal, 37, was publically attacked for her slim frame, with fans commenting that they were worried about her sudden weight loss. But it’s Amal’s meteoric rise to fame that is said to have caused the most strain…

The military coat Stand to attention! This versatile coat will work for seasons to come. £34.99, sizes 6-16, New Look The metallic pleated skirt Shine bright in this season’s daytime metallics. £49.50, sizes 8-24, Twiggy for M&S Collection The snake-print ankle boot Your autumn ankle boot gets a wild update!£65, Faith at Debenhams The sleeveless jacket Wear a sleeveless jacket to hide a multitude of sins. £39.99, sizes xs-m, Zara The stole Add an element of fun to your outfit with a stole. £22, BHS The roll-neck Team with a knee-length skirt and kitten heels for a ladylike look. Bright colours will keep things looking fresh. £16, sizes 8-24, very.co.uk The lace dress For a modern take on lace, go for blown-up prints in bold colours. Team with a slim…

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My beloved 12-year-old Labrador, Cuba, was put peacefully to sleep two weeks ago. I didn’t expect the grieving process to be easy, but in the long days following Cuba’s death, I’ve found my memories of my sweet dog constantly, and disturbingly, interrupted by thoughts of my ailing 87-year-old mother and her own deteriorating condition. I’ve come to the conclusion that my poor mum deserves the dignified death that was granted to my dog. But as she’s a human being – a superior creature altogether – she must be denied a gentle goodbye and continue to exist in her ghastly state of living death. For 25 years, since she was diagnosed at the age of 62 with Parkinson’s disease, accompanied by extreme anxiety and deep depression, my mother has been in…

Get it before it goes! Cast iron pots and pans can cost a small fortune, so update your collection now in time for warming winter stews and casseroles. Sainsbury’s Cook’s Collection mustard 3ltr shallow casserole dish, was £45, now £22.50, griddle pan, was £20, now £10, and 3ltr casserole dish, was £30, now £15. PORK KIEV BURGERS Mix together 500g pork mince with 4 crushed garlic cloves, seasoning and 4tbsp chopped parsley. Shape into 4 patties. Roll in flour, egg and 100g breadcrumbs. Drizzle with oil and bake for 25 mins at 200o C, Gas 6. Serve in buns with mayo, lettuce, tomatoes and fries. POSH QUICHES Perfect for speedy dinners – just add veg or a side salad. Higgidy Little Quiches are currently 2 for £3.50 at Waitrose (usual…

MIAMI BEACH South Beach – famous for its art deco buildings and neon signs – is a 24/7 playground. Stay, play, dance, dine, shop, learn, love and live life large, says the advert. Luckily, we arrived fresh from our Virgin Atlantic Premium Economy flight and were ready to go… WHAT TO DO South Beach has featured in fashion shoots and TV shows a million times – who could forget 1980s cop series Miami Vice ? Take a 90-minute walking tour along Ocean Drive, centre for the Miami art deco district and home to iconic hotels such as Colony, Breakwater and Park Central. Its most famous hotel, The Villa (vmmiamibeach.com), was once designer Gianni Versace’s plush mansion, where he hosted lavish parties and fashion shows in the 1990s. See mdpl.org for…

Jumping in a taxi with my husband, Clive, 60, I simply couldn’t wipe the huge smile from my face. We were off to our local for the night. We’d have dinner and watch a singer, too. But that wasn’t the reason I was so excited… ‘Clive, I’ve got something to tell you,’ I said. ‘I think I’ve won some money.’ Clive’s face was a picture. ‘What do you mean?’ he asked. ‘On the bingo!’ I said with a smile. At home earlier, after I’d washed my hair and got ready to go out, I’d gone on to Woman Bingo and had a couple of spins on the Bullion Bonanza slot. Another win I’d been a member for three years and if I had a spare half hour, I’d have a…

Peter v Simon IT’S WAR! It’s the battle on the box that everyone’s been waiting for – and the gloves are already off! With a fresh judging panel and new presenters, X Factor boss Simon Cowell thinks his team have got what it takes to win the ratings war – and he’s not holding back. Taking aim at this year’s Strictly line-up, the music mogul laughed when he was told Peter Andre was among the best in the line-up. ‘Who’s the worst?’ he said. ‘If it’s us versus Peter Andre, I’ve got to put my money on us.’ Over to you, Pete… Carol left red-faced! In perhaps the strangest celebrity tweet of the year, TV presenter Carol Vorderman revealed she’d injured herself…

Pop a shearling gilet over a tailored jacket Worn together, soft tweed and suede feel super-luxe TAILORED TIPS * Tailoring is a big trend for winter. Take the time to try pieces on to find your perfect fit. * Jackets should be oversized but fit neatly on the shoulders. Trousers can be wide or cropped or both. * Look for tans, caramels and navy blue and stick to these tones. * For a ’70s grown-up twist, add a saddle bag and knee-high boots. Cut a dash in a waistcoat. It’s the perfect figure fixer too!…

Fashion Director Caroline has had a sneak preview of the new-season lines at BHS, and this is her autumn edit. If you buy one thing, make it a wrap – though, hopefully, you’ll win our comp and be able to buy them all! 1 Soft pastels Cloudy greys, muted pinks and subtle lilacs will give a feminine finish to any look. Coat, £60, jumper, £15, trousers, £22 2 Wrap Super-snuggly and oh-so-stylish layered over jeans and a roll-neck. Wrap, £32, roll-neck, £22, jeggings, £18, bag, £25 3 Tapered trousers These will work hard this winter. Go preppy with loafers and a statement bag. Wrap, £25, top, £22, trousers, £15, shoes, £25, bag, £25 WIN! £100 SHOPPING SPREE AT BHS Ten Woman readers will win £100 to…

The super-soother If you have sensitive skin that flares up even at the thought of abrasive cleansers, this is the one for you. Unfragranced and extra-mild, it builds up your skin’s tolerance to help prevent breakouts. Bioderma Sensibio DS+ Cleansing Gel, £13.80 The detoxifier With a host of antioxidants to help regenerate your skin, this gel promises to restore the bright, glowing complexion of your youth. Elemental Herbology Vital Cleanse Facial Cleanser, £29 The illuminator Clear, bright, youthful skin means getting rid of any dead skin cells. The best way? Use a cocktail of acids to exfoliate and dissolve them. With glycolic, salycylic and lactic acids, this cleanser is your answer. Murad AHA/BHA Exfoliating Cleanser, £34 The fortifier Healthy skin needs good protection to battle all those damaging free radicals,…

Is it safe for me to exercise? Q My blood pressure has been slightly raised recently. I assumed I’d be put on tablets, but instead my GP says I should start exercising. Is that safe? A Yes, that’s a safe and very sensible suggestion from your doctor. Light aerobic exercise can strengthen your heart, improve your blood pressure and encourage weight loss. Good options include light cycling, brisk walking, gardening and even housework. Exercise, combined with cutting down your salt and alcohol intake, will help lower your blood pressure so that you might be able to avoid taking tablets. However, you shouldn’t do anything that could put a strain on your heart – so now is not the time to start sprinting or playing squash. Take a more gentle approach.…

I don’t fancy my cheating husband W hen my husband had an affair with a neighbour, 25 years ago, I decided to forgive him. He isn’t all bad. He has a good sense of humour, is very generous and is fun to be with. He talks about all the things we can do when we retire but I still can’t get over the hurt. Recently I found he’s since been ‘fooling about’, as he called it, with someone else too. I’m so upset – we haven’t had sex in ages. He keeps trying to romance me, but all I can think about when he touches me is him in bed with another woman. I’m not even sure if I fancy him any more. Suzie says: All of his good characteristics…

Boost your bangers and mash with spinach and pesto! Modern mash is all about perking up your potatoes and adding some extra goodness. Use olive oil instead of butter, and add greens so you don’t need to cook veg on the side SERVES 4 PREP 10 MINS COOK 30 MINS * 8 quality sausages * 800g potatoes, peeled and halved * 4 red onions, sliced * 3tbsp olive oil * 5tbsp balsamic vinegar * 2 beef stock cubes * 100g baby spinach * 2tbsp pesto 1 Heat the oven to 200°C, Gas 6. Put the sausages into a roasting tin lined with non-stick paper and roast for 30 mins. 2 Boil the potatoes for 15 mins until tender. 2 Meanwhile, gently fry the onions with 1tbsp olive oil for 10…

What to record next week BRITAIN’S BIGGEST ADVENTURES WITH BEAR GRYLLS WEDNESDAY, ITV Bear is back – exploring the UK’s geology, botany and history in his own unique way. GOGGLEBOX FRIDAY, C4 Prepare to laugh out loud as the nation’s favourite straight-talking TV critics have their no-holds-barred say on what the box has to offer. THIS IS ENGLAND ’90 SUNDAY, C4 Two years on from when we last saw them, some members of the This Is England gang are embracing the new decade more than others. But will it change as the year goes by? THE AGE OF ADALINE OUT 14 SEPTEMBER Blake Lively stars as Adaline – a lonely woman unable to age after being struck by lightning. When a chance meeting with Ellis Jones leaves Adaline pining for…

THIS WEEK’S HOT READ Helen Stuart read Moving by Jenny Eclair, paperback £9.79, ebook £7.99 (Sphere) OAP Edwina Spinner is ready to pack up her old life after 50 years at the same address. As she surveys her home, the stories hidden in its walls come to life and the past comes rushing back to the present as the tangled lives of Edwina, her two husbands, twins and a stepson whose betrayal rippled through the decades begin to unravel. A compelling family saga, with all the wit and warmth we’ve come to expect from Jenny. Our verdict: IF YOU LIKED THAT, TRY THESE… Living a lie The New Woman by Charity Norman Luke Livingstone is a respected lawyer with a loving wife, children and…

Flaunting her trim figure in a yellow and monochrome dress, ex- Loose Women panellist Jane McDonald was beaming with confidence. And it’s not hard to see why. Jane, 52, recently confessed she’s lost over a stone – leaving her loyal fans wondering how she underwent such a transformation. Explaining that her staggering weight loss is thanks to her taking on the iconic role of Grizabella in Andrew Lloyd Webber’s acclaimed musical Cats , the singer said, ‘It’s been like boot camp. I lost a stone within four weeks of rehearsal.’ ‘I’m getting fit, which is something I’ve never done in my life, so it’s having a fantastic effect in all areas.’ And it’s no wonder the newly trim star is looking better…

THINK PINK Suede doesn’t have to be black or tan! Try pastel feminine shades with a structured shape to wear with jeans at the weekend. SHIFT IT Swap your usual shift dress for cool khaki and double-up with suede knee boots too. Just add a blanket coat as the temperature drops.…

This easy, low-GI (glycaemic index) diet combines lots of fibre-rich fruit, vegetables, nuts and seeds, as well as plenty of protein and healthy unsaturated fats. All the foods included contain slow-release starchy carbs that help to lower levels of the hunger hormone leptin, so you feel fuller longer and keep your energy levels, and your mood, nice and stable. Follow the plan for two weeks and you could lose 7lb! THE PLAN Choose a breakfast, lunch and dinner each day, plus a filler snack and a fruit treat. You can have unlimited tea and herbal infusions, and up to four cups of coffee a day, with an allowance of ¼ pint/150ml skimmed milk. BREAKFASTS * 2 poached eggs on a slice of wholemeal toast thinly spread with low-fat olive spread,…

Sleep easy Almost a third of us get by on just five or six hours’ sleep, well below the recommended eight needed to aid general health and wellbeing. Track your sleeping patterns with the new Sleep School app, which has audio recordings to help you beat insomnia (£2.99, itunes.apple.com). Sin-free snacking Instead of reaching for a bag of sugary sweets, try inSpiral’s kale-Os. These new tasty kale crisps are air-dried with extra-virgin olive oil rather than being fried. They’re also full of nutrients and B vitamins (£1.29 for 12g, inspiral.co). Don’t be a martyr New research shows one in five migraine sufferers wait until symptoms are unbearable before seeking help. Nurofen Express Liquid Capsules relieve the pain faster (£8.49 for 20, boots.com).…

I’ve always marked my birthday with a big celebration and last year was no different. Along with my partner and eight of my close friends, I went to Ibiza. We spent the evenings club-hopping across the island and the days relaxing by the pool. It was perfect. Only, this trip wasn’t to mark my 18th, my 21st or even my 30th birthday. We were celebrating my 40th. As a teenager, I went away on family trips to Spain and Portugal, but I couldn’t wait until I was old enough to go on a girlie holiday with all my friends. I was 20 when we decided to book a trip to Ibiza. I’d always loved dance and techno music, so it seemed the perfect place to visit. We stayed in the…

…buy this GASTROPUB GRUB Treat yourselves to this brilliant no-cook-night dinner that simply needs heating up – all new from M&S. Meaty main Slow Cooked Shoulder Of Lamb, £9, 700g. A brilliant time-saver for a midweek meal, enjoy this succulent, tender one-pot dish, enough for two people. Super side Butternut squash, £1.50, 1kg. Sprinkle over some rosemary, sea salt and black pepper, and drizzle with olive oil. Great served with mashed potato and kale. Perfect pud Dessert Menu Treacle Tart, £6, 450g. Seriously decadent and indulgent – perfect with whipped cream and a strong black coffee with a splash of Kahlúa! ...and to drink Adnams Brewery Mosaic Pale Ale, £2.30, 500ml. Who needs to go to the pub when you can have these crisp and refreshing beers chilled and ready…

10 WAYS TO CUT MOTORING COSTS Keeping a car on the road is a pain in the wallet – a typical vehicle’s running cost is now £3,000 a year, according to the AA. 1 Check your photo licence or risk a £1,000 fine While the licence itself may be valid, the photo needs renewing every 10 years, and over two million people’s photos have expired. Check your card’s section 4b date and, if it’s expired, renew it at gov.uk/renew-driving-licence for £14. Otherwise you could face a £1,000 fine. 2 Get a year’s car insurance for 96p, fully comp That’s the all-time record result from one of my site users, Barbara, following every step in my cheap car insurance system. That was back in 2009, but since then many have achieved…

‘My cash prize paid for a holiday’ Allison Erratt, 48, from West Yorkshire, is off on the getaway of a lifetime with her £1,250 cash prize… As my partner Peter, 54, turned on the TV, I smiled and rolled my eyes. He loves wildlife programmes, but the prospect of watching one for an hour wasn’t my cup of tea! So, while we relaxed on the sofa, I fired up my laptop and logged in to my Woman Bingo account. I’ve been a member for about five years, and being able to play bingo on my sofa with the telly on is perfect. I used to go to my local bingo hall, but it’s so much easier to play from home. You can play any time, anywhere. There are loads of…

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Sexy Shayne Time flies when you’re having fun, but 2005’s X Factor winner Shayne Ward admits the competition feels like it happened ‘a lifetime ago’. Now, he’s set to steal the nation’s hearts all over again as Coronation Street’s new lovable rogue, Aidan Connor. Shayne, 30, is single and lives in Manchester. I’ve always watched Coronation Street , so it’s pretty cool that I’m now working with people who I’ve grown up watching. Every day I drive into work and my eyes will drift up and look up at the sign and I go, ‘Oh yeah, I actually work here!’ I know any day now I’ll read in the script, ‘Aidan is topless’, so I’ve been going to the…

’05 The X Factor ‘It’s very hard to sum up that experience. It was a good mix of emotions.’ ‘11 Rock Of Ages ‘I played a drunk rockstar. I was then a drunk in War Of The Worlds, too!’ ’13 Dancing On Ice ‘My mum used to say to me, ‘Smile!’ I said, ‘I’m trying to stay up!’’ ’15 Coronation Street ‘I’ve not focused on the pressure – I’d become a nervous wreck.’ Say what? ‘My waxwork’s probably melting somewhere in Asia now!’…