Table of contents for October 24, 2016 in Life & Style Weekly

Now that Bethenny Frankel has closed the book on her seemingly never-ending divorce from Jason Hoppy, she’s focused on a new happily-ever-after plan. Bethenny and her banker beau, Dennis Shields, “have been talking about having a child together via surrogate,” an insider exclusively tells Life & Style. Bethenny, who’s Mom to daughter Bryn, 6, “is about to turn 46 and she’s not delusional about wanting to carry a child at her age. But Bethenny has always wanted a sibling for Bryn.” Not everyone is on board with Bethenny’s baby plan, though. Her estranged mother, Bernadette Birk, is strongly opposed to the idea. “I think it’s stupid, because she can’t even take care of [Bryn],” Bernadette tells Life & Style, adding that after Bethenny suffered a miscarriage at age 41, she…

Tousled Twosome Bella Thorne and her dog, Kingston, rocked matchymatchy hair as she carried the pup to an LA recording studio. Purple Pair Wherever Lisa Vanderpump goes, Giggy the Pomeranian is sure to follow — with a matching outfit, natch. “He’s got chronic alopecia [hair loss], so that’s why he wears clothes,” explains Lisa. Paws-itively Precious Amanda Seyfried and her sidekick, Finn, both looked ready for a belly rub at the actress’ home. Surprise, Surprise Joe Jonas and his pup, Lola, sported matching open-mouthed expressions in a recent selfie. Tongue Twisters Katharine McPhee held her new rescue, a Chihuahua named Wilmer, moments after she adopted him in LA. Clearly, the duo had plenty in common!…

Gwyneth Paltrow and Chris Martin finalized their divorce in July, but it looks like she may be regretting the decision to uncouple. Before Gwyn turned 44 on Sept. 27, she invited Chris along “on her birthday trip to Cabo San Lucas, Mexico — without their kids, who were in school ” reveals an insider. Chris, 39, was stunned by the gesture, especially because Gwyn is currently dating producer Brad Falchuk. “Gwyn has been unhappy with Brad for a while ” the insider explains, “and is realizing that divorcing Chris might have been a mistake ” Still, Chris, who’s dating actress Annabelle Wallis, turned Gwyneth down, and she wound up going with a group of girlfriends instead. “Chris thought it was very strange Gwyneth invited him on the trip ” the…

FOOT LOOSE London, Oct. 4 After playing a quick game of “Would You Rather?” in which she revealed she’d “snog” Justin Bieber, BRITNEY SPEARS taught the hosts of U.K. talk show Loose Women one of her latest dance routines. FLAWLESS IN FALL NYC, Oct. 5 BEYONCÉ stepped out looking gorgeous on an autumn day in the city. What’s the secret to her perfect braids? “We make sure we don’t pull too tight,” explains Kim Kimble, her personal hair guru. GREAT LENGTHS Oct. 4 Major makeover alert! RIHANNA showed off her new waist-length dreadlocks on Instagram. PETAL PUSHER NYC, Oct. 1 Talk about flower power! DREW BARRYMORE jumped on the floral crown bandwagon at Beautycon Festival New York. SWEET PRINCE London, Oct. 3 Sharing hugs, laughs and…

Bodyguard Pascal Duvier wasn’t able to protect Kim from her French intruders. But don’t expect him to get fired over the incident. Pascal, who served in the German army and has worked for Kim for years, was assigned to protect Kim’s sisters Kourtney and Kendall during a night on the town while Kim was believed to be safe at home. “Kanye doesn’t trust Pascal [who was his bodyguard first] ” says an insider. “But the moment he walked away in Paris, Kim got held up at gunpoint, so now she is feeling that she needs to be with him more than ever. Kim is obsessed with Pascal ” Earlier that week in Paris, he’d quickly tackled a prankster who tried to kiss his client’s butt — prompting Kim to praise…

As Miley puts her own wedding plans on hold, her attendance at another wedding is a question mark. Fellow Voice coach Blake Shelton, 40, has been arguing with fiancée Gwen Stefani, 47, about whether to invite Miley to their upcoming nuptials, Life & Style has learned. “Gwen doesn’t want her at their wedding ” says an insider, adding she worries Miley could wear or do something to upstage her. But Blake plans to invite the rest of the coaches, and “thinks it would be very awkward if Miley were the only cast member not to be invited. Blake asked if they could just invite her to be polite, but Gwen doesn’t want to. They can’t agree on what to do”…

GEORGE CLOONEY How did George celebrate his second wedding anniversary with wife Amal on Sept. 27? “It’s very big news. Very, very big celebration — fireworks,” he joked, before confessing, “OK, I made dinner.” The drawback? “I don’t think she’s ever quite impressed with my cooking,” he confessed. Still, we admire the effort! GRADE: B JASON DERULO The singer was recently spotted on a date at Catch in West Hollywood with a mystery blonde. If she wanted to take things slow, well, he made it clear he wasn’t into that. He recently told a radio station he’s a big believer in getting intimate on the first date since waiting for sex is “actually annoying.” GRADE: C - ASH STYMEST It was Chanel spokesmodel Lily-Rose Depp’s big night at a recent…

KYLIE JENNER The budding fashion designer wore her own Kendall + Kylie striped pajama set in lieu of her famous bodycon style. PJs plus Lucite strappies? Sleep to street in a wink! KARRUECHE TRAN The model-actress is pretty in pink in her $280 Corey Lynn Calter plunging pajama suit set. Her Olgana Paris heels add a playful touch to her sweet ’n’ sexy silk ensemble. Celebs Are Out and About in Their Slumber-Party Best The Designer Says “Women are working harder than ever juggling family, relationships and careers, and as designers, we know that when it comes to clothes, women want a unique combination of fit, style and comfort,” says Courtney Kates, designer and owner of the sleepwear label Maison Du Soir. That’s one reason celebs are turning to relaxed-style…

Time to get leggy! Fashionistas are slipping on sultry over-the-knee footwear that provides a little warmth and a whole lotta #hawt. “Thigh-high boots add an element of luxury to a contemporary wardrobe,” says Toye Adedipe, celebrity stylist to Teyonah Parris and Christina Milian. “And there’s no doubt that these boots give an aura of confidence to anyone who wears them.” That’s not just because they look so slay — the tall boots also make legs seem to stretch on and on so the body looks instantly taller and trimmer. Here, our edit of the best boots to complete any style in your closet. EXPERT TIP Dull suede? Adedipe tips: “Carefully hold shoes over a kettle for a few seconds to soften the fabric with steam, then brush with a clean…

The star I’m mistaken for is... Leslie Mann. My favorite red carpet designer is... Versace! Right now, I’m obsessed with... my “Hot to Adopt” T-shirt because it helps support shelter cats. I’ve partnered with Fresh Step litter to bring felines and fashion together and turn the cat lady stigma upside down. Be loud, be proud; it’s cool to be a cat lady! You can buy the shirt at freshstep.com. A star whose style I love is... Kate Moss, because she’s Kate Moss. Flawless! The time I was most starstruck was meeting... Alexander Wang. It was at his afterparty during New York Fashion Week. I think the man is genius. My go-to takeout order is... sushi of some sort. The best place in Vancouver [Canada, where Arrow films] is either MIKU…

Get Ready for a Close-Up — Stat Where do TV personalities like the cast of The Doctors turn for media training? They seek the expertise of national news anchor, host and entertainment reporter Suzanne Sena. A four-session package of Sena-Series coaching is priced at $1,500. senaseries.com Celestial Sensations Lucy Hale loves her $38 Kris Nations Naja Crescent studs to the moon and back! The adorable 14k gold vermeil earrings symbolize protection and come packaged in a ready-to-gift glass bottle, to boot. krisnations.com Underwear Upgrade When it comes to stocking her lingerie drawer, former Bachelorette JoJo Fletcher is giving For Love & Lemons the final rose. She’s obsessed with the brand’s $131 Loucette Underwire Bra, featuring gorgeous lace detail. shop.forloveand lemons.com…

Daring Nails Stiletto talons are on point — literally. To copy Hailee’s look, apply acrylic nails, then alternate filing both sides to an almond shape and paint pale blue (like Essie Bikini So Teeny, $9, cvs.com). Bejeweled Bling A sparkling gold-and-crystal ring — or two or three! — lends a dash of dazzle to any outfit. Pick up some eye-catching finger candy for just $40 at hsn.com. (search “Joan Boyce Pavé Crystal Bypass Ring”) Sexy Strappies Hailee’s $775 Giuseppe Zanotti gold heels instantly elongate legs, but for a jaw-dropping price. Find a hot knockoff for $50 at dsw.com (search “Steve Madden Feliz Sandal”).…

Fans were thrilled when Britney Spears and Justin Timberlake recently floated the idea of a collaboration. But it would be an absolute nightmare for Justin’s wife, Jessica Biel. “Jessica was furious with Justin for even mentioning he would work with Britney” a source says of JT’s recent comment that he “absolutely” would make music with Brit. “Jessica’s feeling hurt and insecure about it ” Britney, 34, and Justin, 35, dated from 1999 to 2002, and Justin has been reassuring Jessica, 34, “that he’s totally over Britney and he only has eyes for Jessica ” the source says. He also has eyes for dollar signs. “Justin understands how the music industry works ” the source says, “and knows a collaboration with Britney would be a great PR stunt ”…

Sofía Vergara and Joe Manganiello recently returned from a getaway to Turks and Caicos, but their vacation buzz has clearly worn off because they looked downright miserable together at the We Are X documentary premiere in LA on Oct. 3. “Sofía just twirled her hair and Joe just sat there ” reveals a witness. “They barely spoke to each other and didn’t touch each other at all. There was definitely some tension between them ” Sofía, 44, and Joe, 39, who haven’t yet hit their first wedding anniversary, skipped the red carpet when they arrived at TCL Chinese Theatre. And when it came time to leave, a high heel–wearing Sofía was left to fend for herself on the stairs. “Joe didn’t reach out a hand to help her” says the…

Zendaya Randall’s Island, NYC Checking out the premiere of the new Cirque du Soleil show Kurios, with Spider-Man: Homecoming co-star Tom Holland Shay Mitchell Capri, Italy Wearing House of Harlow 1960 x REVOLVE while on vacation with her Pretty Little Liars co-stars Ellen Pompeo Quixote Studios, LA Attending the launch of Philosophy’s Uplifting Miracle Worker Collection while promoting the #CoolAger campaign Chris Hemsworth Gold Coast, Australia Painting his nail to support the Polished Man campaign that aims to end child abuse worldwide Sienna Miller Olio e Piú, NYC Hitting the Italian restaurant with ex Tom Sturridge and daughter Marlowe twice in one week Aviva Drescher Crest Hollow Country Club, Woodbury, N.Y. Relaxing at the casino-themed Pink Promises “Lucky 7” event benefiting the Breast Cancer Research Foundation Aziz Ansari NYC Sipping…

“I find dates, in general, horrific.” — DAKOTA FANNING on why she won’t be joining Tinder “Being sick was always a part of my relationship with him; I always had something wrong with me. I needed to let go of that.” — DEMI LOVATO on splitting from Wilmer Valderrama after nearly six years together “I introduced my two girls to Taylor Swift. It was like God came down and walked on water.” — BEN AFFLECK on his starstruck daughters, Violet, 10, and Seraphina, 7 “I’m nervous. I know 12 and 13 and 14 and 15 is going to be really scary.” — BRITNEY SPEARS on her future, parenting sons Jayden, 10, and Sean, 11 “[My dog] was sick, and it was like being with the queen on her deathbed. She…

Brad isn’t the only one with ladies lining up to date him. Johnny Depp’s ex-wife, Amber Heard, 30, has long had a crush on Angelina, reveals a source, and would love to hook up with her now that she’s single. “She used to fast-forward to Angie’s love scenes in the HBO movie Gia and had pictures of Angelina hidden under her bed ” the source says. (Amber and Angie are both openly bisexual.) Now she’s made her move. “Amber sent cupcakes to Angelina and her kids ” the source says. “She included her phone number, and she’s anxiously waiting to see if Angelina calls to thank her”…

Leave It in the Gym Kendall Jenner loves to support her brother-in-law by wearing head-to-toe Yeezy, but the shapeless fit and bland hue of this sporty look lack spice. And track pants with heels? Style confusion. Stuck in the Middle Taylor Schilling is on to something — all-white can have a column effect that makes the bod look tall and trim. But her cropped Rachel Comey top and pants spoil the effect by widening her middle. Why So Down? Being comfy while traveling is a must, but the look on Gwyneth Paltrow’s face says it all. Her extra baggy pants and oddly shaped sweater are bulking up her body and sapping her style. Evened Out Katie Holmes knows how to look stunning in oversize white! Her H&M Studio Collection cropped…

Free Fall Braid: Confident A thin leather rope was all it took to add swagger to the Game of Thrones star’s boho braid, says hairstylist Christian Wood, who created this ethereal look. “The juxtaposition instantly dresses up the plainest of ’dos.” His how-to: Use a flatiron on dry locks, bending left and right to create movement. Then braid hair from the nape of the neck down and wrap rope (like Bead Landing Leather Cord, $3, michaels.com) around the end. To finish, gently tug at the braid to loosen it up, allowing pieces to fall in front for a face-framing effect. Twisted Chignon: Sophisticated “Chignons can get stuffy, but a headband made of rows of black fabric infuse it with whimsy while keeping the look classy,” says Wood. To get the…

Actress Emily Deschanel has been a vegan for 24 years. But to shed more than 20 pounds after her second child was born in June 2015, the Bones star (who also avoids foods that contain gluten and soy) had to rethink her already healthy diet. With the help of LA-based celebrity trainer and health entrepreneur Phil Catudal, the now-40-year-old found weight loss success by amping up the protein while adding a fat-burning fitness routine. “Sure, she wants to look good on TV,” Catudal says, “but for Emily, it’s mostly about feeling healthy, strong and confident in her body.” MUSCLING UP WITHOUT MEAT Working with Emily’s personal chef, Catudal came up with a 1,600-calorie-per-day meal plan consisting of wholesome, organic foods that would ensure the actress got all the macro- and…

DOWN-TO-EARTH! Brooke Shops for Costumes With Her Kids Call her Supermom! BROOKE BURKE-CHARVET helped daughter HEAVEN, 9, and son SHAYA, 8, pick out Power Ranger Halloween looks at a Spirit store in LA on Oct. 3. DIVA! Naomi Has a Touch-Up Team Multitasking the A-list way! With stylists fixing NAOMI WATTS’ hair and makeup, her hands were free to check her phone on the NYC set of Gypsy on Sept. 28. DOWN-TO-EARTH! Katie Plays Foosball An Oct. 3 appearance on Good Day New York was all fun and games for KATIE HOLMES, who tried her hand at table football backstage.…

The new Hollywood formula for vibing #effortless while looking fab: Sport a felt hat and black sunglasses. “Felt hats add a chic menswear vibe and really feel like fall, while the shades look sleek and streamlined,” says stylist Robert Verdi, who has worked with Kristen Wiig and Eva Longoria. The key to nailing it: “The color of the hat should balance the hair color — a sharp contrast between the hat and hair is too harsh,” tips Verdi. He also suggests passing on big shades — they skew fussy when paired with the bold hat for a style that seems over-accessorized. His pick: classic wayfarers, which keep the look casual-cool.…

Even though Taylor Swift is only 26, she’s already fretting about her biological clock — and she wants to take matters into her own hands. “After a string of failed relationships, Taylor’s told friends she’s looking into freezing her eggs,” says an insider. Although the procedure can cost up to $15,000, that would be just a drop in the bucket for Tay, who’s worth $200 million. Plus, doctors say women in their 20s and early 30s are more likely to produce healthy eggs than those in their late 30s and 40s. “Friends have told Taylor to chill out and are reminding her that she has plenty of time to have children naturally,” adds the insider. But Taylor’s determined to do things her own way. “By freezing her eggs, she feels…

Details of Janet Jackson’s pregnancy have mostly been kept under wraps, but Life & Style has learned the 50-year-old singer is mere days away from welcoming her little bundle of joy. “She’s due in November,” reveals a source. “She wanted to have a home birth, but because this is a high-risk pregnancy, her doctors wouldn’t allow it. She’s scheduled a C-section instead.” In a heartwarming tribute to her late brother, the source adds, “Janet plans to name the baby in some way after Michael.” But while the pregnancy has been a happy time for Janet and her husband, Qatari businessman Wissam Al Mana, tensions remain between the mom-to-be and her estranged father, Joe Jackson, 88. “They have a very strained relationship,” says the source, “but Joe does want to be…

Wedding Bells Dancing With the Stars pro Sasha Farber, 33, got engaged to fellow dancer Emma Slater, 27, popping the question live on the Oct. 4 show. • Orange Is the New Black ’s Samira Wiley, 29, announced her engagement to series writer Lauren Morelli in an Oct. 4 Instagram post. • On Oct. 5, Nikita co-stars Lyndsy Fonseca, 29, and Noah Bean, 38, revealed they had wed at Saltwater Farm in Connecticut. Bad Beaus Teen Mom 2 star Jenelle Evans, 24, and David Eason are expecting their first child in January, but he might not be there. News broke Oct. 4 that David, 28, was sentenced to 60 days in prison for violating a domestic-violence protective order against an ex-girlfriend. He’s appealing the ruling. • Janice Dickinson’s fiancé, psychiatrist…

“I’m realizing everyone doesn’t need to know everything.” — Kim on ultimately ending her Keeping Up With the Kardashians run Wearing a hat pulled low and a face-concealing hood, a somber Kim Kardashian clutched 3-year-old daughter North as they made a beeline from their NYC apartment to a waiting car on Oct. 6. Just three days earlier, she’d been robbed at gunpoint in Paris and quickly flown to the Big Apple, where, still shaken, she’d holed up indoors and remained silent on social media. Kim’s always thrived on attention. Not anymore. For the first time since Keeping Up With the Kardashians began in 2007, Kim, 35, is demanding privacy — with drastic results. Production on the show has been shut down, and Life & Style has exclusively learned that traumatized…

Having four feuding wives who want nothing to do with him, plus 18 children to support, is taking a toll on Kody. “He has some health issues going on and is kind of sick now” reveals an insider. “He even thought he was having a heart attack a while back ” Turns out it was just stress that time, but Kody’s doctor warned him to reduce his stress levels. “There’s no way that’s going to happen ” says the insider. “He just has too much on his plate ”…

He Wants Her to Grow Up Liam “w ants Mile y to cut back on her partying,” an insider says. “They’ve had so many fights about it.” Not Sure He’s the Right Guy Miley’s afraid she and Liam have too many differences to go the distance. “He can’t keep up with her,” says an insider, “and she’s been finding life with him to be a snoozefest.” During a recent interview to promote his film The Dressmaker, Liam Hemsworth was happily fielding questions — until he was asked about his fiancée, Miley Cyrus. “He stood there with a blank stare, saying nothing,” reveals an insider. “He wouldn’t give a clear answer and seemed very upset. Liam’s team had to go to great lengths to make sure that part of the interview…

Drop Waist Denim? Drab She’s usually one to stun, but Keira Knightley’s baggy jumpsuit is a flop. With the roomy drop waist and long pants, she’s swimming in a sea of denim, and her chunky navy kicks and canvas bag are adding even more bulk. Keep Cuffs Neat This style hit a flat note, LeAnn Rimes. While cuffing jeans to show a sliver of skin does make legs look leaner, these pants are too long and loose to be cuffed, and the thick rolls that result skew more sloppy than street-chic. Don’t Tie One On Jaime Pressly is on-trend with her chambray jumpsuit, and the fit is just breezy enough to skim over trouble spots (if she has any!) without adding bulk. The drawback: that drawstring waist. It’s creating an…

Think you don’t have the time (or space) for a fat-burning, muscle-boosting workout? You’re wrong! This one can be done at home or anywhere you’d like in less than 30 minutes. Perform 15 repetitions of each exercise, rest for 30 seconds, and then move on to 15 reps of the next exercise, followed by a 30-second rest, and so on until you’ve completed the series of five. Repeat the sequence once if you’re pressed for time, two or three times if time allows. (Do this at least three times per week for optimal results.) “Perform each rep with proper breathing, proper form and control,” trainer Phil Catudal urges. “Engaging and feeling your muscles working is way more important than speed.” PUSH-UPS On toes and palms, back straight (drop to knees…

LIBRA Sept. 23 — Oct. 22 With life finally going your way, you’ll be able to focus on what really matters to you: money and power. If you’ve recently made mistakes, you’ll have a chance to right those wrongs, so be clear about your intentions. SCORPIO Oct. 23 — Nov. 21 Say yes to a long-overdue spa day because this is a great week to spoil yourself, Scorp. When you put your skills to good use, you may discover you have a hidden talent. SAGITTARIUS Nov. 22 — Dec. 21 You’re impatient to get to the finish line, but you’ll need to clear away a few pesky obstacles first. Pals can help you brainstorm solutions. CAPRICORN Dec. 22 — Jan. 19 Your down-to-earth approach gets the job done — and…

Sorry, Demi, I’M ON TEAM TAYLOR! So Demi Lovato recently slammed Taylor Swift, saying no one in her “girl squad” has a realistic body and that she shouldn’t have torn down Katy Perry in the song “Bad Blood.” Sorry, Demi, but I’m on Team Taylor. Demi’s proud of herself for being sober, and that’s great, but she’s all self-righteous and judgmental now. Demi, don’t tell people what to do with their lives, number one. Number two, Taylor and her girl squad look like naturally thin girls to me, so what Demi’s doing is tall-skinny-shaming. Leave Taylor alone! WHAT WOULD WENDY DO? I still can’t believe Kim Kardashian was robbed at gunpoint. If I were her mom, Kris Jenner, I’d sit her down and say, “Look, it’s time to stop posting…

Sept. 21, 3 p.m. Trendy Traveler The fashion designer rocked Miu Miu shades, a cold-shoulder Preen blouse, Frame jeans and a Givenchy purse while on vacation in NYC. Living the Dream When she’s back in LA, the star calls this six-bedroom, 11,000-square-foot Hidden Hills mansion home. Sept. 20, 7 p.m. Artful Add-Ons Heading out for a dinner date in the Big Apple, Jessica paired her fitted black dress with an of-the-moment choker, Giuseppe Zanotti sandals and an oversize Balenciaga bag. Haute Romance The mom of two chose the ultra-chic (and super-luxe) Bowery Hotel in NYC for a kid-free getaway with hubby Eric Johnson.…