Good Housekeeping UK

we wish you a merry christmas!

DEAR READER, From myself and all of the Good Housekeeping team, we’d like to wish you the most joyful of seasons. We’ve taken huge pleasure in putting this bumper issue together and bringing you all the help, advice and inspiration we think you’ll need for Christmas. I really hope you love it as much as we do. With warmest wishes, EDITOR-IN-CHIEF gaby.huddart@hearst.co.uk @gabyhuddart PHOTOGRAPHY: JESSICA MARSH, OSCAR HATHER, DAVID VENNI, GETTY, RACHEL WHITING…

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EDITOR-IN-CHIEF GABY HUDDART EXECUTIVE EDITOR TERRY BARBROOK EXECUTIVE EDITOR (DIGITAL) SIMON SWIFT EDITORIAL ENQUIRIES 020 7312 3875 GROUP EDITORIAL PRODUCTION Workflow Director Carly Levy Group Managing Editor Ingrid Eames Group Chief Sub-Editor Clay Johnson Chief Sub-Editor Gwen Mostyn Deputy Chief Sub-Editors Vicky Deacon, Francesca Cary, Callie Green, Danielle Woodward Senior Sub-Editor Joe Bentley Sub-Editor Charlotte Page ART Creative Director Jacqueline Hampsey Deputy Art Director Tom Shone Group Art Editor Lisa Collins Senior Designers Abby Laing, Monika Chatterton Designers Jade Stephens, Lindi Craddock, Sophie Burgham PICTURES 020 7439 5270 Group Picture Director Laura Beckwith Picture Researcher Jodie Shepherd Picture Assistant Jessica Marsh GOOD HOUSEKEEPING INSTITUTE COOKERY SCHOOL AND VENUE Cookery School and venue hire enquiries: 020 7439 5500 Cookery School & Venue Manager/Wine Specialist Alexandra Hale (maternity leave) Acting Venue Manager Evie Martin Acting Cookery School Manager Cher Loh ENTERTAINMENT 020 7312 4102 Celebrity Director Nathalie Whittle Entertainment Director Jen Crothers FEATURES 020 7439 5131 Features Director & Special…

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Q. What is your funniest Christmas moment? A. When asked if Santa had been, my son replied: ‘No, it was Mummy in the nude!’ I’ve never lived it down. JOSEPHINE OVER When two girls invited my son to Christmas dinner, he accepted both. One was at midday, the other at 3pm. We had ours at 6pm, so he had three dinners. He ate very little on Boxing Day. JILL TATTERSHAW When my sister and I came home one Christmas Eve after a few drinks, we fought over who would sit in front of the heater, and knocked over the tree. We found it hilarious, but our parents weren’t impressed. ALIX TURNER It was a Christmas tradition for my family to open presents before getting dressed. After I got married, I insisted my husband and I…

christmas with the queen

Angela has worked with The Queen and walked the corridors of the Royal Household for 25 years, initially as Her Majesty’s Senior Dresser and then latterly as Her Majesty’s Personal Advisor, Curator, Wardrobe and In-house Designer. As the first person in history to hold this title, she shares a uniquely close working relationship with The Queen. In The Other Side Of The Coin, The Queen has personally given Angela her blessing to share their extraordinary bond with the world. Whether it’s preparing for a formal occasion or brightening Her Majesty’s day with a playful joke, Angela’s priority is to serve and support. Sharing never-before-seen photographs – many from Angela’s own private collection – and anecdotes of their time spent together, this revealing book provides memorable insights into what it’s like…

celebrate christmas with good housekeeping

For the first time, we’re supporting the NSPCC’s concert for its Childline service. Please join us and some celebrity singers for what promises to be a memorable occasion GOOD HOUSEKEEPING IS DELIGHTED TO INVITE YOU TO A SPECIAL EVENT Wednesday 11 December 2019 From 7.30pm at Holy Trinity, Sloane Street, London SW1X 9BZ VISIT NSPCC.ORG.UK/GOODHOUSEKEEPING TO BUY TICKETS NOW This Christmas, the NSPCC will be holding a number of events as part of its Light For Every Childhood appeal to raise money for Childline and its other vital services. You can also get involved by getting together with friends, family or workmates this December. Whether you wear it, bake it, get crafty with sequins, have a pamper party or hold a quiz – Get Your Sparkle On! Every pound you raise will help…

just add sparkle

RAZZLE DAZZLE’EM Looking for the ultimate party dress? Well, look no more, as we’ve found it for you. This full-on sequin number will make you the star attraction of any event, and the delicate velvet belt creates a defined waist. Just add a pair of Cinderella shoes and you’ll be the belle of the ball. TWO-PIECE WONDER If head-to-toe sparkle is not for you, consider wearing sequins on your lower half and something a little less flashy on top. An ultra-feminine polka-dot blouse will temper the glitz from a sequin skirt, but is still pretty enough for a party. Complete the look with cute heels. SERIOUSLY FUN You hear tuxedo and you think black, right? Think again. This season, tailored jackets have shown up in a range of soft, subtle hues, which makes them ideal…