Innholdsfortegnelse for 01-Nov-2021 i Woman

Safe to say, Fern Britton is living her best life right now. The TV presenter-turned-author has an idyllic home in Cornwall with her two daughters, and it’s clear the place Fern finds herself in couldn’t be further from the heartache she experienced last year. So much so that, judging by some recent social-media interactions, Fern, 64, is ready to begin having fun again, starting with a holiday. Woman understands Fern has her eye on sun, sea and romance, with a source telling us, ‘Fern hasn’t been put off the idea of settling down again – the very opposite, in fact. She doesn’t know if the perfect man exists, but she’s definitely open to some fun times, and would love to be whisked away. ‘What she’s been through lately has taught her…

DENIM AND SUEDE Elevate your usual jeans by injecting soft suedette to your look. Try a chic suede-effect jacket that is perfect for in-between weather or tuck a denim shirt into a textured midi skirt. Give ecru jeans a go to lighten up your look and invest in a pair of suede ankle boots that will never go out of style. SHEARLING AND LEATHER Keep warm the stylish way this season by teaming fluffy layers with tough faux leather. Add a belt to a jacket made with imitation shearling to give more definition or introduce a fleece bag to your accessories collection. Keep the colour palette to tones of creams, tans and khakis for a timeless look. SATIN AND WOOL Few outfits beat a chunky knit with a sumptuous satin…

Mini-monster muffins Bone-chillingly cute, these cakes are the perfect afternoon activity to do with kids. SERVES 12 PREP 15 MINS COOK 0 MINS ✱ 120g vanilla frosting ✱ Dr Oetker orange food colouring gel ✱ Dr Oetker violet food colouring gel ✱ 12 mini muffins or any mini cupcakes ✱ Cake Décor edible eyes You will need ✱ Cocktail sticks 1 Divide vanilla frosting between two bowls, then stir a little orange food colouring into one and violet food colouring into the other. 2 Spread the orange buttercream onto half of the mini muffins, then repeat to cover the other half with the violet buttercream. Reserve ¼tsp of each colour. 3 Make eyes on stalks by using a little buttercream to stick edible eyes to cocktail sticks and pushing them…

From £19 Best… crewneck £79, sizes 6-24, M&S When it comes to inclusive sizing and a vast range of colours, M&S is a one-stop shop. Spanning size 6 to 24, this classic crewneck knit comes in 18 different hues. We love the pastel shades which will see you through to spring, too. It has a regular fit and is good for layering without adding bulk. Best… polo neck £62, sizes xs-xl, woolovers.com This sunset-shade knit will brighten up the greyest of autumnal days. It’s incredibly warm with a merino wool and cashmere blend so it will last through the winter and beyond. Layer under a blazer with jeans or tuck it into a pleated midi skirt to show off the waist and finish off with knee-high boots. Best…hoodie…

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DONATELLA VERSACE Fashion icon Donatella, 66, once joked she stays young by sleeping in a ‘deep freezer’ every night. But she has also confessed to having Botox, adding, ‘Only on my face, not my body – that’s the result of hard work.’ And, in case anybody was wondering, Donatella recently reaffirmed this, saying, ‘I am not like this genetically.’ CHER There’s nobody quite like Cher. The singer has always been open about her nips and tucks, once referring to herself as the ‘poster girl’ for plastic surgery. She said, ‘Yes, I’ve had a facelift, but who hasn’t?’ The Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again star, 75, also insists there’s nothing to be ashamed of when it comes to surgery, adding, ‘It makes me happy. [And] you know, if I want…

* You spend hours a day scrolling through online shops * You spend more than you can afford * You feel a loss of control when it comes to spending * You feel the urge to shop when you feel upset or angry * You feel a euphoric-type rush when making purchases * You buy so much that you own many items never worn or used * You shop in bed when you should be asleep Addiction is a common problem, but help is available. For more information or support visit nhs.uk. To speak to someone anonymously about any type of addiction, you can call the Samaritans free on 116 123.…

1 DOUBLE TROUBLE £35, FatFace 2 HAT TRICK £12, Tu Clothing 3 DESIGNER DUPES £20, Primark 4 MARVELLOUS MITTENS £39, woolovers.com 5 BAKER BOY TREND £19.50, FatFace 6 HANDS-FREE £14, George at Asda 7 GO OVERSIZED £30, Laredoute.co.uk 8 HEART AND SOLE £34.99, H&M 9 LOVELY IN LILAC £9.99, Lindex 10 SUPER SOFT £12.50, George at Asda 11 BERRY NICE £29, White Stuff 12 WRAP UP £39.95, one size, Joules 13 FEDORA FUN £25, Joe Browns 14 BLOCK PARTY £18, Primark 15 FAUX FUR £50, Dune London 16 ANIMAL INSTINCT £35, French Connection at John Lewis & Partners 17 HATS OFF £18, River Island 18 TIMELESS CHECKS £15, Joules 19 BAG A BARGAIN £4, F&F Clothing 20 WINTER BLUES £27, Pia Rossini at freemans.com 21 TEDDY BAG £19.99, Mango 22…

Sleep is, quite simply, essential. We all know the effects of not getting enough or how we feel after a bad night’s rest. Fatigue affects your ability to concentrate, your mood might be lower, and you may be more irritable or tearful. Poor sleep also has an impact on appetite, making you hungrier – and we all know how our food choices change when we are tired! The body needs sleep for it to function and so that it can heal and repair itself. It helps the brain to store information and allows the nerve cells to rewire. It’s crucial for us to feel well and happy, but most of us have had periods when sleep seems out of reach. This often coincides with any change in routine, such as…

Do nothing. Don’t switch energy firm. Inaction is the best action right now… unless they’re trying to double your monthly direct debit payments. The energy market is in crisis; prices are rising and energy firms are falling. The cheapest fixed deals cost twice what they did a year ago. The energy price cap went up 12% this month (13% prepay) and more rises are expected. It’s all due to an explosion in the cost of wholesale gas – and because in the UK we often use gas to generate electricity, the price of that is up, too. No surprise many people are panicking and I’ve been swamped with questions – so let me run through the most common ones (please note, my answers are correct at the time of writing).…

WHAT IS UP WITH VB’S LIPS? Typically glamorous, Victoria Beckham’s looks are often scrutinised. But her recent appearance on Good Morning America left fans asking, ‘What’s happened to her face?’ The former Spice Girl appeared on the talk show to promote her new make-up line but, with a seemingly bigger pout, it wasn’t her products that fans were talking about. ‘Please no more lip filler,’ wrote one viewer, while another said, ‘Victoria on GMA is freaking me out. She only moves her eyelids and lips when speaking… It’s so unnatural and distracting.’ COLEEN ‘I forgive him’ Coleen Rooney has broken her silence on husband Wayne’s various cheating scandals, calling his behaviour ‘unacceptable’. In the trailer for Wayne’s upcoming documentary with Amazon Prime Video, the 35-year-old spoke candidly about the impact…

CAMBRIDGES v SUSSEXES? The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge are tipped to make an official visit to the United States next year, meaning a possible showdown with the Duke and Duchess of Sussex. Palace sources said it was ‘extremely likely’ that at least one member of the Royal Family will make what is seen as a long-overdue official visit to Britain’s closest ally. Royal tours are carried out at the request of the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office and are seen as the ‘ace in the pack’ of overseas diplomacy. Travel restrictions caused by the pandemic have caused a backlog of official royal tours, however, and William and Kate are expected to shoulder this burden alongside Prince Charles and Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall. While the Palace remains tight-lipped on which…

Want to eke out the time before your next hair colour appointment? Then you can’t do better than a root touch-up powder for a quick and easy way to disguise those grey bits. This Andrew Fitzsimons x Primark Root Concealer, £3, had us at ‘hello’. Not only is it a complete dupe of a much pricier, designer root touch-up, giving you a saving of over £25, we think the results are just as good too. The highly pigmented pressed powder is easy to apply thanks to the double-ended brush and with six shades to choose from, whether you’re dark blonde, light brunette or black, results last all day.…

Know your skin type Getting great skin is all about knowing what works for you and determining your skin type is the first step. There are a few things to look out for when it comes to your skin type. Dry? Your skin will feel tight, with more noticeable fine lines. Oily? You’re likely to have enlarged pores and congestion. Combination? You’ll often have an oily T-zone with dry cheeks. Finding out which skin type you have will make it easier to pick a suitable cleanser. When to cleanse A simple morning and evening cleanse will be sufficient but if you wear makeup, double cleansing before bed is better. ‘For the most effective evening cleansing routine, you should start by using a balm cleanser to remove surface dirt such as…

While there’s plenty of evidence to suggest Halloween scares are good for your health, it’s important to moderate your pleasure. If our bodies experience fear too often, it can have a negative impact, creating weakened immune and digestive systems, and can even cause heart damage. Experts urge caution when it comes to Halloween horrors, so go easy on the movie marathons. ‘If the film becomes too realistic, it can become hard to realise you’re safe, leaving the body in a fear response, which may cause lingering emotional disturbances, such as nightmares,’ explains Dr van Mulukom.…

DO... ✱ Make sure that your bedroom environment encourages sleep. Is your room dark enough? If not, try an eye mask. How about the noise? If your partner snores, ear plugs may help. ✱ Keep your bedroom only for sleep and sex. ✱ Get exposure to natural light both early in the morning and in the afternoon to help set your body clock. ✱ Stay active! Regular exercise improves sleep, but avoid it too close to bedtime. ✱ Go to bed and wake up at the same time each day. ✱ Wind down at bedtime, perhaps with a warm bath or soothing drink. ✱ Try relaxation, mindfulness exercises or guided meditations. Apps such as Sleepio and Headspace might help you in this respect. DON’T… ✱ Have caffeine too late in…

ARIES 21 Mar – 20 Apr The voice of your hopes and fears is singing softly to you. Please ignore it. Live in the present and base your decisions on what you know to be real. For your reading ☎09058 172557 TAURUS 21 Apr – 21 May Plans need to be elastic. The results may not be what you expected, but with a few tweaks and twizzles the situation should be workable. You may even prefer it. For your reading ☎09058 172558 GEMINI 22 May – 22 Jun It could be time to put a romance onto a long-term footing. Or, maybe, quite the opposite, and bring an end to an unsatisfactory liaison. Head over heart, please. For your reading ☎09058 172559 CANCER 23 Jun – 23 Jul You are…

Former EastEnders actor Tracy-Ann Oberman joins the star-studded cast of sitcom Sandylands as it returns for a second series on Gold this week. She plays Donna Vegas, the estranged wife of amusement arcade owner Les Vegas (Sanjeev Bhaskar) in the three-part comedy. Here, Tracy-Ann tells us more… How excited are you to play Donna in Sandylands? Donna is just a real hoot to play. The idea of a character who has caused so much damage to her own family really appealed to me. She is a monstrous comic creation, but she also has heart. It’s a lovely storyline about a family that comes back together – or does it? What else drew you into this project? It’s a wonderful ensemble cast. You’re constantly marvelling at other people’s talent. It was…

GIVE VICTIMS A VOICE The idea of Jimmy Savile being brought back from the dead for a BBC drama about his sickening crimes leaves a lot of people cold. But the BBC is pressing ahead with its series for next year, starring Steve Coogan as the prolific sexual predator whose abuse of many went unpunished for decades. And I think they are right to. Savile died before the truth about him was finally exposed, meaning his victims never got justice. For those who survived him, having either kept silent for years or not been believed when they spoke up, there can never be enough done to acknowledge their suffering. Earlier this month BBC drama boss Piers Wenger said the drama would provide fresh answers. ‘The documentaries that have been on,…