Inhoudsopgave van Issue 662 - Closer

Just 12 weeks after giving birth, Abbey Clancy has regained the remarkable body of a supermodel. But the truly compelling thing about our cover picture is that her 54-year-old mum Karen could pass for her sister. The pair admit they have great genes, which in itself is nice to hear because too few gorgeous celebs fail to acknowledge that they are just lucky (or work insanely hard in the gym and never eat). But the good news is that there are things all of us can do to hold back the years. Check out our tips on page 15.…

SOURCES REVEAL: Kim breaks down in tears following explosive row with Kanye She blasts Khloe and Kourtney for using her to make themselves look thinner Kylie furious with Tyga for exchanging texts with his ex With their own yacht to relax on, jet-ski rides and designer shopping sprees, the Kardashians’ Caribbean holiday had all the trappings of a luxurious celebrity break. But despite the glamorous veneer, insiders reveal the trip was overshadowed by explosive fallouts, with an emotional Kim Kardashian – who is six months pregnant with her second child – dominating the drama. Friends say the break, which saw a camera crew documenting their every move, was doomed before it even started following a furious row between Kim and her rapper husband Kanye West – who then refused to…

She hit back at her critics last week after she shared a slim Instagram snap where she was accused of breathing in to accentuate her ribs, blasting: “I’m not perfect and not trying to be.” But pals say Jordan – real name Katie Price – is secretly loving the body backlash and has even joked she’s looking into having two ribs removed to be even thinner. A source says: “Katie knows she’s tiny, but she loves shocking people. She’s always felt that her body is boyish. She doesn’t have a defined waist and she’s heard that removing ribs gives you a really narrow one, so she’s looking into the procedure.” Jordan, who’s mum to Harvey, 13, Junior, 10, Princess, eight, Jett, two, and one-year-old Bunny, is no stranger to surgery,…

Relaxing on a family holiday in Mallorca, Abbey Clancy wowed onlookers with her slender figure just 12 weeks after giving birth to her second child – but all eyes were also on her amazingly youthful-looking mother Karen Sullivan. GOOD GENES The famously close pair, who starred in an Avon modelling campaign together last year, looked like sisters as they enjoyed Abbey’s first holiday since she gave birth to her second daughter Liberty Rose in June. The model – who also has daughter Sophia, four, with footballer husband Peter Crouch – says she has her mum to thank for her super-slim frame, saying in an interview earlier this year: “Everyone in my family is slim and tall. My mother bounced back after kids, so I think my genes are a huge…

Emrah Mevsimler, 20, from Essex, became the youngest Brit to have a gastric band in 2008 aged 13. Emrah, who’s 5ft 7, had the op in Belgium with his parents’ consent and dropped from 16st to 10 /2st in just six months, but had the band removed earlier this month due to complications. Care home worker Emrah says: “At first, I was thrilled with the weight loss. But after a few years I developed stomach cramps and was regularly bloated. Doctors couldn’t find anything wrong, but things came to a head a few weeks ago when I could hardly keep any food down. I needed emergency surgery and was told the band had Emrah says he regrets having a gastric band slipped and wrapped itself around my bowel. I was…

She let loose on a girls’ night out last week, turning heads in thigh-high boots and tiny hot pants. And after confirming her split from on/off boyfriend Mitch Jenkins just days later, Charlotte Crosby has told pals she’s already on the hunt for a new man. A source reveals: “Charlotte and Mitch had been growing apart and decided to split before things turned ugly. She’s hurting but trying to put on a brave face. “She loves the attention she gets wearing skimpy outfits and has told friends she’s eager to bag herself a new boyfriend.” Charlotte was left heartbroken last year after businessman Mitch, 25, dumped her by text after 18 months together, but the pair rekindled their romance earlier this year. However, last week it was off again, with…

Dr Becky Spelman, of The Private Therapy Clinic, says: “While some may find Jewel’s story shocking, she suffers from a very real condition. BIID is difficult to diagnose as so few sufferers are open to talking about it, so while it appears very rare, the likelihood is BIID is more prevalent than our current statistics reveal. Of the little we do know, there are strong trends that suggest the condition is heavily linked to issues that start in early childhood development.”…

She insisted in January last year that she’d never reunite on stage with her former Spice Girls bandmates, saying: “Sometimes you’ve got to know when it’s time to leave the party.” But after reports that Geri Halliwell, Mel B, Mel C and Emma Bunton are planning a 20th anniversary reunion next year, pals say Posh has now promised to make an appearance. Last week, the star – who last performed with the girls at the 2012 Olympics Closing Ceremony – and husband David enjoyed a dinner with the Spice Girls’ former manager Simon Fuller. And insiders say the music mogul and David persuaded her to get involved with the big reunion. A source reveals: “Victoria now has a huge fashion career and, even though her last Spice Girls reunion made…

MUST WATCH! She’s been billed as the sassiest six-year-old in America, and Johanna Colon busts the kind of moves Beyoncé would be proud of in her tap recital. What’s funnier, though, is the reaction of her two pals who are clearly cheesed off that she’s stealing the show. Watch at Closeronline. co.uk/real-life-stories LABOUR OF LOVE When mum-of-one Allison Dinkelacker was told by her doctor that chemotherapy from her cancer treatment would leave her unable to carry another child, she didn’t have time to reflect on her sadness. Her identical twin sister Dawn immediately said she’d carry a baby for her when she was ready. Now, six years later, Dawn, 37, has just given birth to her sister’s second son. Allison says: “We have always seen it…

Blue’s Simon Webbe, 37, who was partnered with Kristina on last year’s Strictly , says: “Kristina has been having a tough time recently. She’s seen as this blonde bombshell, but she’s sensitive, too, and has been hurt by all the bad press. She helped me through my time on Strictly so I’m there for her if she needs me. As soon as the new series starts next month, this whole drama will die down. Once Kristina starts dancing, the focus will hopefully be taken away from her love life. She’s a fighter and has become a good friend since Strictly.” Catch Simon in The Three Little Pigs at London’s Palace Theatre – call 0844 482 9676 for tickets…

LYDIA’S VIEW ‘The surge of weapon sales for animal hunting angers me’ “I’m a massive animal lover, so I was angered and saddened by the death of Cecil the lion, who was shot by American hunter Walter Palmer. But last week, I was shocked to read that despite the global uproar over this horrific killing, sales of weapons in the US had risen. Weapon dealers said the Cecil controversy had caused a wave of people to become fascinated with big-game hunting. I’m not a vegetarian and believe we need animals for food. It’s been a tradition since we were cavemen. But to kill a defenceless animal for sport is sickening. And to parade a dead animal you’ve murdered on social media like it’s a trophy is just wrong. Cecil’s death…

THE MOVES Vogue, 29, leads an active lifestyle and puts her slim figure down to regular gym workouts and walking her dog. She says: “I think my metabolism is fast because I work out – I do about an hour in the gym most days, either doing weights or exercises like burpees. I also do the odd bit of yoga and Pilates, which I find relaxing, and I take my dog out for a walk every day.” THE FOODS Vogue doesn’t shy away from carbs and says her typical daily diet includes porridge or toast and bacon for breakfast, a tuna sandwich or pesto pasta with salad for lunch, then either a chilli or steak with veg for dinner. She reveals: “I like to have a big lunch and a…

INSIDEKATE’S FRIDGE TrifleBananasCustardPearsApplesAngel DelightGalaxy chocolateChocolate buttonsMinstrelsCooked chickenbreastsBabybel cheeseCheddar cheeseBrie cheeseDanish blue cheeseKiwi fruitBaked beansFish fingersSalmonSalad creamFrubesWatermelon cubesSpreadable butterRed peppersWatercressMelonWhole milkCucumberBeetrootWhite wine Where do you shop? I shop at Sainsbury’s and Tesco because they’re nearby, or sometimes Waitrose. I’ve no idea how much I spend as I buy in dribs and drabs. What’s your typical daily diet? Breakfast is at 4am and I have a banana with dried apricots. Susanna [Reid, her Good Morning Britain co-presenter] got me into having an apple with peanut butter at 8am. My colleagues always bring in muffins and biscuits, so I have those with a mug of tea. Then I snack on nuts and dried fruit during the day. I have my main meal with the kids [Kate is mum to Darcey, nine, and William,…

The fact that a third of women don’t use contraception, despite not wanting to fall pregnant, is worrying both from a pregnancy perspective and because of the risk of STIs. The largest proportion of contraception-dodgers is among 30 and 40-somethings. Any hormonal contraceptive (pills, patches and implants) work by stopping your ovaries releasing an egg, thickening cervical mucus so that sperm can’t reach the egg, and changing the lining of the uterus, making implantation difficult. Barrier contraception (the condom) simply blocks sperm from making it, well, anywhere! People can be put off certain types of contraception because there are lots of myths out there, like weight gain, mood swings, raised cancer risk – the list goes on. But there’s a perfect form of protection for every woman, it just takes…

TV’s Sarah Willingham reveals how to take control of your finances & make the most of your cash “Growing up, we never had much money and life was a struggle financially. Then, when I split from my husband seven years ago, I had to sell our family home to clear the debt I was left with. Having overcome my own money struggles, I don’t want my children to go through what I did, so I have saved up a lump sum in a high-interest children’s account with Yorkshire Bank, which is due to mature next year. By then, I’ll have saved roughly £10k between them. My daughters are now 13 and 14, so I’d like to invest the money elsewhere until my eldest is 18. It’s really important to me…

Her romance with husband of 11 months George Kay has endured an endless series of ups and downs, with reports last month she’d kicked him out of their family home in Oxfordshire and was relocating to a new Sussex pad. And just when it seemed as though the pair’s relationship was back on track – with George moving into the new home earlier this month – Kerry Katona was hit by fresh drama two weeks ago when it was reported he’d been arrested in July and released on bail on suspicion of conspiracy to commit robbery. It’s thought his arrest happened around the time the couple were estranged. However, police confirmed last week that no further action would be taken. IN THE DARK And sources say that, despite all the…

While her famous siblings regularly post selfies of their incredible bodies, mum-of-three Kourtney Kardashian usually shies away from showing off her enviable figure. But it was all change last week when she stole the show as she paraded her size 8 bikini body on the beach while in St Barts with her famous family. Insiders say the 36-year-old wanted to show off the results of an intense month-long exercise and diet plan following the end of her nine-year relationship with Scott Disick – who’s dad to Mason, five, Penelope, three, and eight-month-old Reign. A source says: “Kourtney wanted to feel better about herself after the break-up with Scott and started a gruelling regime of daily 90-minute sessions to try to ‘shock’ her body into shaping up. She mixes it up…

Plastic surgeon Mark Ho-Asjoe says: “You can have ribs removed to achieve the appearance of a narrower waist, but it’s a procedure I’d advise a patient against – as would any reputable British surgeon. However, surgeons in other countries, including the US, have been known to carry out the op. There are typically 12 ribs on either side of a rib cage. Each rib has blood vessels and nerves underneath. If surgery goes wrong, it could lead to bleeding and, if you hit a nerve, it would cause a lot of pain. The ribs are there to protect your lungs so you could puncture the outside of the lungs, leading to breathing issues.”…

Celeb personal trainer Charlotte Ord says: “Looking good in your 50s is about prevention. It’s essential to start an exercise regime in your 30s and stick to a healthy diet.” Here are her top anti-ageing tips: Do weight training – skin loses elasticity with age and it helps muscles stay toned and tight. Try resistance exercises with your own weight, like lunges and push-ups. Bursts of high-intensity exercises keep the heart rate up and the body’s fat stores low. In turn, the skin won’t stretch due to weight gain. Sprint, jog for five mins, rest, then repeat – it will work your body harder than a long run. Your metabolism drops as you age. Jump squats and skipping are fab for keeping it up. Eat leafy vitamin C-rich green veg,…

CLOSER’S DR CHRISTIAN: ‘Bariatric surgery saves the NHS money in the long-run’ “Bariatric surgery is effective and saves the NHS money in the long-run because it prevents obesity-related illnesses. But it’s crucial people receive proper before and after care. Although losing weight naturally is the ideal option, unfortunately there are many obese people who can’t do this and need help.” NUTRITIONIST JULIETTE KELLOW: ‘We need to educate people about food’ “The obesity problem is out of control. We need to educate people about healthy eating, so they understand the repercussions of a bad diet, and clamp down on junk food adverts. There also needs to be more emphasis on the importance of physical activity as part of our routines instead of on gastric surgery.”…

She broke down in tears during a live show in New York last week while performing new track The End with Little Mix – and now pals say Perrie Edwards has decided to cut contact with her ex Zayn Malik after their painful split. Perrie’s emotional display came just days after Zayn – who reportedly dumped her by text three weeks ago – appeared to make a public jibe on Twitter against her when the former One Direction star retweeted a post supporting US girlband Fifth Harmony’s new single over Little Mix’s. Zayn, 22, also found himself embroiled in a Twitter spat with Calvin Harris over the DJ’s girlfriend Taylor Swift – when he retweeted a post criticising Taylor’s refusal to stream her music on Spotify. Pointedly, Perrie, 22, had…

David Beckham’s sister Joanne was quizzed by police last week after furious investors targeted her on Twitter, claiming they’d been ripped off by her ex-boyfriend Adrian Taylor in a betting scam. And sources say David and Victoria were left upset after the investors – who include former Chelsea player Leon Knight – also targeted their Twitter accounts over the scandal, demanding their money back. Joanne is said to have denied all knowledge of the scam, but reportedly endorsed the scheme in May, vouching for its boss as “very genuine” and “trustworthy.” And she has now been slammed by investors after claims the scheme’s boss has “vanished” with investors’ cash. A source says: “David was concerned about his sister when the news broke. He and Victoria are upset by the situation…

WHO WORE IT BEST? Stephanie Pratt vs Jorgie Porter We love this frock – and at just £31.99 from Missy Empire, it’s a steal! The bodycon style oozes sex appeal, while the navy hue and crochet detail add a touch of class. MIC’s Steph teamed it with a fun clutch, crop top and blue nail polish, while Hollyoaks’ Jorgie opted for matching gold heels and clutch. VERDICT It’s a close call, but Steph’s accessories win the day! STYLE CRUSH! AMERICAN WOMAN Lea Michele, 28 Actress Lea killed it on the red carpet in this super-cute floral mini dress. It’s such a girlie and feminine number and totally patriotic, of course! She tied the whole look together with a pair of pointy-toed red heels and her hair in a curly half-up…

Closer psychologist Emma Kenny, who divorced her husband after he had an affair with her best friend, says: “I completely understand what Abby is going through and why she feels the need to vent. When I discovered my husband – and father to my two children – was having an affair with my best friend in 2009, my initial desire was for them to both experience the pain I was feeling. But I decided that we had to be the best divorced parents possible for our children – his mistake didn’t make him a bad father. Abby needs to concentrate on her kids now and remember that she won’t be angry forever.” YOU SAY “I think everyone should leave Kristina alone. After all, it takes two to tango.”…

IN THE NEWS DOROTHY PERKINS GETS PREPPED FOR AUTUMN We know getting your head around the upcoming trends for autumn can be a little tricky, but thankfully Dorothy Perkins is on hand with its next Style Heroes collection – 10 covetable pieces that are wearable and totally on point for the new season. From roll-neck knits and fluffy jackets to A-line skirts and tie-up blouses, this capsule range will give you a top-to-toe autumn look in an instant – or just pick your favourite item to update your current wardrobe. Either way, style £79 £28 kudos awaits! CATWALK TO SIDEWALK This cheerful Burberry frock looked fab on Alice Eve. Now it’s your turn! JUST LANDED LIP SERVICE These latest additions to the Revlon ColorBurst range were met with a chorus…

TRADE SECRETS… We adore glitter nail polishes but they require some serious elbow work to remove. ORLY’s celeb manicurist, Laura Maddock, recommends using an old pair of tights in place of cotton wool. Simply cut into squares and use with regular nail polish remover. No more fluffy bits! ON TRIAL This week, we tried cream blusher from £1.99 to £39. Here are our top three. LONG LASTING This inexpensive blusher crayon was surprisingly rich in colour. The finish didn’t make skin glisten, but the just-pinched pink left a lasting stain. BUILDABLE COLOUR This creamy blush felt like satin, so it was easy to swipe over cheekbones or cheek apples. The pigment wasn’t too rich, so we could layer up colour or stick with a subtle wash. There are four shades…

It’s just five months since she gave birth to her first child, but Adele Silva looks amazing in a bikini on our Closer shoot. And the actress tells us she hasn’t followed a fad diet or slogged away at the gym for hours – she’s simply found that following a healthy diet and exercising just twice a week has helped her slim back down to her pre-baby weight. Adele, 34 – who found fame on Emmerdale and is currently on our screens as Angela Brown in Hollyoaks – weighed 11st just before her daughter Sienna’s birth in March but, five months later, she’s back to her pre-pregnancy weight of 8st 5lbs. The 5ft 2 star – who has opened up to Closerin the past while pregnant and after giving birth…

TV chef Brian says: “This is a great way to use up whatever fruit you have. Blueberries and apple work well together.” SERVES 4 300ml single cream 1 vanilla pod 25g unrefined caster sugar 2 whole eggs, plus 1 egg yolk 1 apple, peeled and finely chopped 25g butter, melted, plus extra for greasing 115g blueberries 2 muffins, cut into small cubes 2 brioche buns, cut into small cubes For the sauce: 25g butter 50g unrefined soft brown sugar 50g golden syrup 150ml double cream STEP 1 Preheat the oven to 160°C/gas mark 3. STEP 2 Cook the single cream with the vanilla pod over a low heat, until it’s just simmering, then remove the pod and set aside. STEP 3 Whisk the sugar, eggs and egg yolk in a…

However brave a face they’re putting on, we know when our closest friends are struggling. Whether it’s trouble at work, in relationships, or the stress of buying a house, there are plenty of red flags to look out for. They may seem erratic, may be avoiding meeting up, keep making jokes about “turning to the wine” or be struggling to keep up appearances. Whatever the warning signs, it’s important to have a frank and compassionate conversation. HOW TO HELP A FRIEND IN NEED IF MUHAMMAD WON’T COME TO THE MOUNTAIN… If your friend keeps cancelling plans and isolating herself, you may have to force your way in. We need a physical presence and connection more than ever in dark times, but we often avoid it because we’re embarrassed or fearful…

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Rakhee Thakrar, who plays Shabnam, is keen to emphasise that parents who have to deal with the tragedy of a stillborn baby never recover, but that help is at hand. She tells us: “Everything going forward is the aftermath; any story that we have – we (Shabnam and Kush) are still grieving parents. It’s not over by a long shot. That’s the other thing we want to capture with this storyline – what a devastating effect it has afterwards.” She adds: “Thousands of parents go through this every year – it’s something we should be discussing.” For advice, call the neonatal death and stillbirth charity Sands on 020 7436 5881…

THE BOURNE ULTIMATUM ACTION STATIONS SAT 29 AUG, 10.45PM, ITV Matt Damon is back as the thinking person’s action hero and, this time, he means business (when doesn’t he?). He’s brought out of hiding as he starts to remember more of his erased past and sneaks back to New York to take on dodgy CIA people and expose their shady operations. Go get ’em, Jase! THE BEST EXOTIC MARIGOLD HOTEL STARRY BRIT FLICK SUN 30 AUG,9PM, C4 Dames Judi Dench and Maggie Smith, Bill Nighy, Tom Wilkinson, Celia Imrie and Penelope Wilton star as a gang of retirees who travel to India, where they try to rebuild their lives in a ramshackle but charming hotel. ONE DAY WEEPY ALERT! SUN 30 AUG, 11.25PM, C4 Get your hankies ready for this…

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It looked like Danielle Lloyd had finally found romantic happiness when she started dating Dubai-based property developer Tom Jimson in April. But just four months later, the relationship collapsed – and around the same time Tom was arrested in a sting operation for allegedly pocketing £100k in deposits for luxury properties. But insiders say the former model, 31 – who’s mum to sons Archie, five, Harry, four, and one-year-old George – is struggling to let Tom go, and has confided in pals that she’s been texting him. A pal says: “Danielle doesn’t enjoy being single. She had a low moment and was making plans to see Tom in Dubai. She then cried to pals saying she’s desperately lonely and missing him and has been secretly texting and speaking to him.”…

Britain is in the midst of an obesity crisis, with one in four adults overweight and hospital admissions caused by obesity-related conditions soaring. In a bid to tackle the problem, the NHS is giving gastric surgery to more obese Brits than ever – 6,384 went under the knife in 2013-2014, compared with 1,038 in 2005-2006. But complications are common and, shockingly, the risk of death from gastric band surgery is one in 200, while for gastric bypasses it’s one in 100. With experts divided on whether surgery is the right way to curb obesity, Closer investigates… GASTRIC OP TWINS: ‘We couldn’t have lost the weight without surgery’ They used to weigh a huge 46st between them, but twins Kelly Acres and Stacey Warren say they’ve transformed their lives by having…

She’s already a doting auntie to her sister Billie’s one-year-old daughter, Nelly, and last week it emerged that Sam Faiers is set to join the mummy club too. After Closer reported last month that Sam, 24, was eager to start a family of her own so she and 25-year-old Billie could be young mums together, insiders reveal she is three months pregnant with her first child with businessman boyfriend Paul Day, following a whirlwind nine-month romance. A source reveals: “Sam is just three months pregnant so she’s only just started telling everyone. She’s on a bit of an emotional roller-coaster and has been welling up over the smallest things. She’s due in March and is over the moon to be pregnant – she’s secretly hoping for a girl.” Sam endured…

For most people, going blind would be devastating – but for Jewel Shuping it was the fulfilment of a lifelong dream. Jewel’s blindness is self-inflicted – when she was 21, she ruined her sight by pouring drain cleaner in her eyes. Jewel, who suffers from Body Integrity Identity Disorder (BIID) – a rare condition where people want to be disabled – believes she should have been born blind. A DEEP NEED The 30-year-old – who lives in North Carolina, and is studying for a degree in education – says: “Being blind fulfils a deep need within me. When I had my sight I didn’t feel right. I feel bad for people who are blind and aren’t happy, but this is what I want.” Jewel says she can’t remember a time…

Nick admitted he was knackered after doing his radio show that morning – but managed to grab a quick nap. Rita had everyone in a flap over her adorable Maltipoo puppy Cher The Bear, who she played with backstage. Poor Cheryl had to be helped to her seat after burning her foot on her hair straighteners that morning. Ouch! Simon enjoyed a bowl of sweets and two satsumas during auditions, using hand sanitiser to avoid sticky fingers!…

Alex Gerrard has been hailed for her athletic figure, but the mum-of-three admits it’s proving tricky to maintain her size 8 shape now she's living in LA. The 32-year-old moved Stateside three months ago with her footballer husband Steven, 35, and she says she feels more body-conscious than ever after living it up in some of the town’s best restaurants. LOVING LA Speaking exclusively to Closeron the beach in Santa Monica this week, she reveals: “I thought it would be easy to stay in shape in LA, but it’s harder than England – the food is so good here. I haven’t stopped eating since I arrived! We eat out a lot and the restaurants are amazing, so I need to work out twice as much to make up for it.…

She may only be 33 but, as one-fifth of the mega-successful Girls Aloud and with several acting roles under her belt, Sarah Harding has certainly packed in a lot during that time. Now after a role in Coronation Street and releasing her debut solo single Threads last month, the star is looking forward to a fresh start. And although she has the support of Kimberley Walsh, 33, and Cheryl Fernandez-Versini, 32, Sarah wishes she shared the same closeness with all her former Girls Aloud bandmates, as she admits to Closer she isn’t in touch at all with Nicola Roberts, 29. “I perform with another all-girl band now because I miss Girls Aloud,” says Sarah. “Cheryl and Kimberley are the only ones I’ve spoken to in the past few months. I…

Kristina Rihanoff has hit the headlines recently due to her romance with her 2013 Strictlypartner Ben Cohen. While she says they only got together after his marriage broke down, his estranged wife, Abby, has claimed her rugby star ex cheated and walked out on her and their seven-year-old twin daughters last September to be with the dancer. Ben has denied having an affair with Kristina. Last week, Abby took another public swipe at Kristina, 37, saying: “My husband, who I was with for 23 years, unconditionally loved and was completely loyal to in every respect, has left me for a f***ing Russian dancer.” She added: “I don’t want to cause stress or further damage by stirring things up. But I’m trying to recover from what has been the most horrific…

RE-LUXED LADIES With Cara’s quirky appeal and Poppy’s breezy boho look, the Delevingnes have become fashion fixtures both on and off the catwalk. Cara’s tailored suit and Poppy’s floaty dress sum up their laid-back luxe signature styles perfectly. URBAN TWOSOME If being part of the biggest reality TV family wasn’t enough, Kendall is also hot property on the runway – and roped in little sis Kylie for the new Balmain sisters campaign. Their mix of off-duty cool and high fashion have made their style oh-so covetable. GLAM GIRLS TOWIE’s fashion-loving sisters Sam and Billie know how to work a party frock and an all-year-round glow. Replicate their glamorous look with gold-tone accessories, super-high heels and leg-lengthening mini frocks for when you’re going “out out!” MINIMAL CHICKS Former child actors the…

NEW & BLUE! We can all be guilty of sticking to the same old make-up routine and never straying from it – well, other than to put on red lippie for date nights and weddings! But Emma Stone makes us want to try harder. Ever adventurous, her artful application of bright blue eyeliner is quite ingenious – it’s quick, a cinch to master and looks super cool. The key is to find a creamy eyeliner pencil, so you have a sharp point, without the tip being dry and scratchy. Mimic the same V shape on the outer corners of each eye, and apply a jet-black mascara last to mop up any blue liner that may have got stuck on lashes. Remember to keep lips natural looking.…

STEP 1 Preheat the oven to 225°C/gas mark 7. STEP 2 Sieve 175g self-raising flour and 1tsp baking powder into a bowl. Mix with 350g mashed potato, 2tsp mixed herbs and 150ml milk to form a dough. Knead. STEP 3 Place on to a greased baking sheet and press out to make a 23cm disc. Bake for 10 mins, then remove and lower heat to 200°C/gas mark 6. STEP 4 Spread 2tbsp tomato purée over the base, top with 2 tomatoes, 150g steamed broccoli florets, 75g torn wafer-thin ham and 50g grated smoked cheese. STEP 5 Bake for 8-10 mins, then serve. Visit Lovepotatoes.co.uk…

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Lady Chatterley: Raunch round the corner We won’t have to wait too long now before the saucy new TV adaptation of Lady Chatterley’s Lover hits our screens – the BBC’s sexed-up version of the novel that shocked ’20s Britain. James Norton, the handsome actor who’s been quietly making a name for himself since his debut as a clergyman on Grantchester last year, plays the crippled Sir Chatterley, whose todger (ahem) is rendered useless after he is injured in The Great War. James explains: “I’m involved in a very intense piece of filming, where Lord Chatterley is having electric impulses applied to parts of his body that have been rendered ineffective. If you look at me closely, you can see the veins in my eyes almost popping out. I’m sweating profusely…