Innholdsfortegnelse for 18-Sep-2017 i Woman

STYLE TIP Add a touch of drama to the traditional suit with a voluminous-bowed blouse. Wear the jacket on your shoulders and push up the sleeves to take your style that step further. STYLE TIP Red is smoking hot this A/W and this suit is a homage to one of the strongest designer trends. The cropped trousers are both sophisticated and slimming. STYLE TIP Not sure what to put on your new season wish list? Switch up the shirt-under-suit combo by opting for a polo neck jumper. Camel is the colour that never goes out of fashion and be sure to invest in a cool pair of loafers. STYLE TIP Go for chic masculine style in an oversized borrowed-from-the-boys shirt paired with Prince of Wales checks. Leave loose at the…

Get stretching Yoga’s not just good for muscles, like those in your core. Research has found the practice could thicken the part of the brain responsible for recollection – helping your memory and your attention span, so perhaps it’s not so surprising that devotees say it benefits both body and mind. Pearly whites Your teeth go through a lot, but Colgate Enamel Strength Toothpaste (£4.50, 75ml, boots.com) helps protect them by replenishing and sealing enamel, making it more resistant to acid damage from food like citrus fruits, pickles and wine. Lunchtime comfort If you fancy a comforting lunchtime meal, try Heinz No Added Sugar Hoops (75p for 400g, sainsburys.co.uk). They count as one of your five a day and with no artificial sweeteners, colours or flavours. Pasta just got a little…

‘WE COULD LOSE HIM AT ANY MOMENT’ There’s a moment I wish my son dead. I wish for him to be killed instantly in a car crash. Can you imagine wishing your child dead? I never thought I could, until a stranger in a suit tells me my 10-year-old son is going to die in a matter of months. That he’ll die a tortuous, undignified death which will rob him of his personality long before his heart finally stops beating. It’s August 2012 and Britain’s in the midst of Olympic fever. Silas is feeling under the weather and has a run of bad headaches for a few days. We twig that something is really amiss on the Sunday. We have guests. The house is full of kids, but Silas sits…

‘WE WERE LIKE BEST FRIENDS’ Watching my daughter Azara take to the stage in her cap and gown, I couldn’t be prouder. I knew just how much work she’d put in to get her degree. Only, unlike the other parents, I wasn’t cheering from the audience, I was right beside her… Growing up, I’d never been academic and didn’t enjoy school. I was dyslexic, so I found it hard. Back then, I didn’t think university would ever be an option. That’s why, at 16, after falling pregnant, I left school and started working as a cleaner. My son Jim was born in September 1983, followed by Azara in 1990, and Carlos three years later. But then my partner and I separated. Being a single mum was tough, but the four…

‘I NEARLY FELL OFF MY CHAIR!’ Turning my key in the front door, I couldn't help but smile at how smart my house was looking. Having lived there for 11 years, I’d just given the whole place a new lick of paint and it was all the better for it. Giving the house a spruce-up had been on my list of things to do for a while, but I didn’t have the time. So when I had a huge jackpot win with Woman Bingo at the beginning of this year, I got straight on to booking that painter and decorator! I’ve been a member of Woman Bingo for about six or seven years now. My mum had started playing and was telling me how much fun it was, so I…

‘ say I’d never never to more surgery’ Kay Burley has come a long way since her early days as a cub reporter on her local paper in Wigan. The 56-year-old is now Britain’s top telly news anchor, having presented more hours of live TV than any of her competitors. Highlights have included the 2004 Boxing Day tsunami and the births of Prince George and Princess Charlotte in 2013 and 2015. Away from the cameras, Kay loves to relax at home in London with her son Alexander, 23, and her three Irish setters – Gordon, Paddy and Frank. Here, the delightfully down to earth Kay chats to Woman about fame, northern pride and being a working mum. ‘When I was covering the births of Prince…

‘SOON I WAS HIDING MY ROLLS IN SIZE 22 TOPS’ When I glance at these photos, I can’t believe how different I look. At my biggest, I was a size 22, and while I’m smiling, it’s forced, hiding my discomfort at being in front of the camera. But in the photo on the right, having lost 5st I look – and feel – like a different woman… At school, I played netball and basketball and enjoyed taking part in races at sports days. As I got older, I had the same insecurities all teenage girls do, but I was happy with my appearance. At 18 years old, I started working as an entertainer in a theme park. I was on my feet all day and going to the gym three…

He won’t stop talking dirty A few years ago when our children left home, my husband and I got back into an exciting sex life. One thing we’ve both enjoyed is ‘talking dirty’. The problem is that, in the past few months, he’s stepped it up. Everywhere and at all times, he now seems unable to have any conversation with me without making some sexual comment. Last week he leant over the dinner table in front of other people, to dumbfounded embarrassment all round, and said he’d love to take me then and there. I’ve asked him to keep it to the bedroom. I’ve asked him to keep it to times when we’re alone. He just won’t listen. It’s becoming quite frightening. Suzie says: It could be that he has…

Got an event coming up and want to lose a few pounds? We all know there’s no better incentive than seeing the pounds drop off quickly. Celeb trainer James Duigan, author of Blueprint For Health (£14.99, Pavilion) says, ‘People think losing weight fast is dangerous – it is, but only if you’re doing it stupidly, by starving yourself. ‘When you work with your body, when you nourish it with healthy food, really dramatic, beautiful things start to happen. Even one week can make a huge difference.’ 1 MINDSET Any transformation that happens in the body happens in the mind first. So, decide to be kind to yourself by choosing foods that make you feel good; by choosing to think powerful, positive thoughts and surrounding yourself with…

Try a trend FRUIT CRISPS Pink Lady crisps are easy to make and taste delicious. Thinly slice a couple of Pink Lady apples (unpeeled), arrange in a single layer on a baking paper-lined tray, brush with a little warmed honey and bake at 180°C, Gas 4 for 30 mins, turning once and brushing the other side with with honey, until pale golden and crisp. EASY SQUEEZY Made with 36% more tomatoes than the market leader, Hellmann’s two new ketchups, Sweetened with Honey and With Red & Green Tomatoes, taste absolutely great – £1.89, 430ml, Tesco, Asda and Morrisons. Sweet standby Keep these new frozen desserts from Thorntons in your freezer and you’ll never be stuck for a gorgeous pud. Rich and smooth Chocolate and Caramel Tart (Co-op) or indulgent Toffee…

1 Coffee Organika Phone Case (from £35.77, mmore.net) Yes, a phone case made out of actual coffee. It may not give you the buzz of a flat white, but its durable resin coating will protect an iPhone or Samsung Galaxy. 2 X-Doria’s Defense Shield (from £23.39, xdorialife.com) When you get a sleek new phone it can feel disappointing to immediately cover it up. Luckily, this lightweight design made of rubber and aluminium doesn’t involve fussing around with screen protectors. 3 Evo Check Lace Edition (£39.95, tech21.com) Thanks to its special impact-absorption layers, this stylish cover will protect your Samsung Galaxy S8 or iPhone 7 from drops of up to three metres, while remaining slim and sleek. THAT’S CLEVER Tefal Ultimate Anti Scale Steam Iron, 2800W (£88.04, amazon.co.uk…

THIS WEEK’S HOT READ Joanna Czechowska read Eleanor Oliphant Is Completely Fine by Gail Honeyman, hardback, £12.99, ebook £7.99 (HarperCollins) Eleanor is 30 and works in an office. She has her own flat, gin for company and a weekly phone call from her mother. There is a man at work who persists in chatting to her, but Eleanor knows she will soon be dating a local musician she’s seen on stage. Eleanor is OK, but when people stare at the burn on her face, she retreats into herself. We’ve shelved our usual ‘paperback only’ rule because you simply must read this witty, sad book straight away. For more books information, see womanmagazine.co.uk/books IF YOU LIKE THAT, TRY THESE… LOVE AND FRIENDSHIP Tin Man…

Super Shayne After winning The X Factor in 2005, Shayne Ward enjoyed huge pop success. He’s now starring as Corrie factory boss Aidan Connor, who’s about to marry Eva Price. The 32-year-old lives in Manchester with actress girlfriend Sophie Austin and 10-month-old daughter, Willow May. I was in a shop and the woman behind the counter said she felt sorry for Aidan. That’s good, we want a bit of a divide. On the morning of the wedding he confesses to Eva that he’s had an affair with Maria. He’ll be devastated when he finds out she’s been pretending to be pregnant. It’s cruel. Put that in capitals so Catherine Tyldesley (Eva) can read it. It’s CRUEL! Being a dad is the high…

Myleene Klass Musician, presenter, Money-making Myleene has certainly made the most of her time in the spotlight and is now thought to be worth a whopping £11 million. After a stint as a pop star in Hear’Say, followed by her jaw-dropping appearance on I’m A Celeb... in THAT white bikini in 2006, Myleene carved out a successful presenting and modelling career, winning lucrative contracts with M&S and haircare brand Pantene. In 2008 she teamed up with Mothercare to launch a clothing range that has since gone global. She also designs clothing for Littlewoods, as well as presenting on Classic FM. But Myleene, 39, who became a single mum in 2012 after her split from her children’s father, Graham Quinn, says she works hard to provide for her two girls, Ava,…

‘It’s only been two weeks and I’m shattered’ The message popped up on my phone: ‘Sorry, I’m just not looking for a relationship right now.’ After six months together, I was being dumped… via WhatsApp. What kind of terrible human was this man – and more to the point, weren’t we already in a relationship? However, rather than sink into despair (OK, I allowed myself a teary Outlander and Pinot binge first), I decided to ask my friend Jen what her secret was, as recently men had been chasing her like never before. It turns out it’s all down to ‘circular dating’, the brainchild of relationship coach and former crisis counsellor Rori Raye. There’s one simple rule: you date no fewer than three men at the same time – never…

Varicose veins are getting me down Q My legs really bother me. I have varicose veins that stick out and I’m embarrassed and paranoid about wearing short dresses and swimming costumes. But my doctor has refused to refer me to get them fixed. A Varicose veins are common – swollen blue or purple veins that can be bulging and lumpy. They can also lead to aching legs, swollen feet and ankles and itchy, dry skin. If they’re not causing discomfort then they’re considered a cosmetic problem and treatment isn’t generally covered on the NHS. But if they are causing pain and compression stockings, keeping your legs elevated when sitting down and exercise doesn’t help, then your doctor may be able to refer you. Treatment is also available privately to either…

1 Fuss-free squash chunks Take out a handful of Sainsbury’s Butternut Squash Chunks and add to soups, curries and stews as you need them. Also good for roasting and mash, £1.50, 500g. 2 Mixed bag of goodness Iceland’s Zesty Bean Quinoa is a healthy mix of cooked quinoa, beans, sweetcorn, red pepper, peas, soya beans and sunflower seeds, £1.69, 500g. 3 Creamy gratin An indulgent new take on potato dauphinoise, Morrisons Sweet Potato Gratins made with cream and Emmental cheese are yum! Bake from frozen, £2.14, 400g.…

What do you enjoy about working on Sky News? I love the thrill of live TV. You never know what news event might happen while you’re on air and it’s a privilege to be one of the first to know. I also work with some of the sharpest minds in the business and enjoy the buzz of the newsroom. Who’s the most interesting guest you’ve ever met? In my job I get to meet people like Helen Pankhurst who’s great-great grandmother was the suffragette, Emmeline Pankhurst, who helped win women the vote. She made a big impression on me. Of course, I get to meet film and sports stars such as Josh Hartnett, or David Beckham but those interviews are more controlled and it’s rare to get them to open…

ARIES 21 Mar – 20 Apr The astrological climate is stormy, so before you lose your cool and make matters worse, check your facts and give the situation room to breathe. You may well find it’s a tempest in a teacup. For your reading 09058 172557 TAURUS 21 Apr – 21 May If you want romance, you have it in spades, but if you need facts and figures, you’ve got your work cut out. Rumours should be taken with a pinch of salt, but there’s no harm in a back-up plan. For your reading 09058 172558 GEMINI 22 May – 22 Jun It may be wise to defer a decision so that you have time to consider all the options. However, if push has come to shove, at least cover…

’05 The X Factor ‘I fancied Sharon Osbourne. We had funny, lovely, heart-warming banter.’ ’11 Rock Of Ages ‘I played a rock star. I wore a long blond wig and glitter. It was amazing.’ ’13 Dancing On Ice ‘I thought if I passed up the chance to work with Torvill & Dean, I’d regret it.’ ’15 Coronation Street ‘I grew up watching the show, so it was scary at first, but I love it.’ Say what? ‘My mum has an X Factor day where she watches every episode of the series I won.’…