Table of contents for 26-Dec-2017 in Look

For me, Christmas really is the most wonderful time of the year – there are just so many things that make it truly special. Everyone is happier (indeed, you’ll even catch the office Scrooge humming along to Mariah), fairy lights are a firm fixture wherever you go and it’s perfectly acceptable to spend your evenings watching Elf, while snuggled under a fleecy throw with a Baileys in hand. It’s the DREAM. But the age-old festive tradition I look forward to most just so happens to be the thing you’re holding in your hands this very second. The Look elves have been working round-the-clock to bring you our annual Christmas Double Issue, which we’ve packed with more treats than you’ll find in your stocking come 25 December. We’re talking… gorgeous shoes,…

1 POPPY DELEVINGNE If ever there’s a time for couture it’s on the red carpet, and Poppy goes all out in a Giambattista Valli gown and fierce choker. Swoon. 2 MILLIE MACKINTOSH Wearing a ruffle maxi from her spring 2018 range, Millie finishes her look with a box clutch and diamond jewels. Stunning. 3 ALEXA CHUNG The queen of fash dons a frock from her own collection. We love the buckle ankle boots but courts wouldn’t have gone amiss. 4 HOLLY WILLOUGHBY The nation’s sweetheart kept true to the high street with a £129 Issa jumpsuit from House of Fraser. If it ain’t broke, hey Holly. 5 JOURDAN DUNN Lady in orange Jourdan shows off her supermodel credentials in a thigh split Versace gown. Extra points for that killer ’do.…

If we could invite anyone to a dinner party it would be Prince Harry and Meghan Markle. And while we’re not sure we’d make the top of their list (sob), we’ve heard they’re planning on throwing a low-key get-together to celebrate their engagement with their closest couple mates. With Meghan, 36, settling down in the UK – and now that the engagement is out in the open – she’s said to be keen on creating an inner circle of close friends. The location? Nottingham Cottage of course – and if that wasn’t impressive enough, we’ve heard 33-year-old Harry makes a mean roast chicken. Here’s who’s made the cut… Although Meghan is friends with Ella Mills (Deliciously Ella), we doubt she’ll make an appearance. Her husband Matthew is also the former…

CHRISTMAS KISSES There’s no easier way to glam up your make-up look than a stand-out red lip. Givenchy Le Rouge Mat Lipstick in Rouge Stiletto, £28 is our shade of the season, plus, it lasts all night – it’s drink, food and mistletoe-proof! TIME TAKEN: 1 MINUTE GLIMMER OF GOLD Give your lashes a sweep of sparkle with Guerlain Gold Light Topcoat, £20.50. Wear on top of your everyday mascara for a hint of colour or alone for all-out dazzle. TIME TAKEN: 1 MINUTE EMERALD EYES Don’t have time for a smoky eye? Update your average liner look with a glistening emerald shade. We love Sleek MakeUP i-Art Precision Liquid Eye Liner, £6.99 in Neo Pop -– just swipe on, and go. TIME TAKEN: 1 MINUTE GLOW GIRL If the…

Watch out Meghan, there’s a new royal hot on your heels. Singer Pia Mia Perez, 21, known better as @Princesspiamia has been revealed as the latest celeb to have their own collection with In The Style and we are LOVING it. Pia, famous for her YouTube covers (her Drake one, Hold On, We’re Going Home, racked up over 10m views) has also been BFFs with Kylie Jenner since they were kids and is a martial arts champ on the side. We sat down with her to find out exactly what makes her tick. Congrats on the collection. What look would you suggest for an Xmas party? The pink mermaid sequin top looks great with thigh-high boots or sandals, depending on the vibe. Everything is made to look good on all…

 Her Strictly journey’s over, the sequins are away (for now, anyway) and Mollie King is telling us all about her sexy new underwear collection. ‘It’s feminine without being try-hard,’ she says, enthusing about her Christmas edit with lingerie brand Boux Avenue. “Doing Strictly has really changed my body” Catching up with the 30-year-old Saturdays singer (the group are currently on hiatus) is a lot like catching up with an old mate. Now Strictly is officially wrapped, Mollie is so excited for Christmas. While she’s looking forward to a well-deserved break, she’s already thinking about New Year (she tells us she has heaps of exciting stuff on the horizon) and the all-important NY resolution. ‘I know it already,’ she insists. ‘My resolution is to set three alarms, every morning, 10 minutes…

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Umberto Giannini No More Messy Break Ups Split End Cream, £7 Apply to damp hair to help smooth away split ends and repair breakage. Noughty To The Rescue Intense Moisture Treatment, £8.99 This vegan-friendly moisturising hair mask is 97% natural and contains NO nasties. Redken Hair Hangover Recovery Kit Make Me Sparkle, £10 Cleanse, exfoliate and hydrate your hair back to its best with this 3-step programme. Pureology Strength Cure Superfood Treatment, £26.50 Packed with goji berry extract and olive oil – this is like a green juice for your hair. OGX Fade-Defying+ Orchid Oil Color Protect Oil, £6.99 Spray on before styling to prevent colour-fade and keep your shade looking brighter for longer. Hask Keratin Protein Smoothing Deep Conditioner, £2.49 Protein penetrates hair deep down in this ultra restorative…

Nars Nars Velvet Matte Lip Pencil In Red Square, £20 ‘I prefer to wear orange-based red lipsticks rather than blue, and this one by Nars is my ultimate! The stick makes it easier to use, one slick stays on all night, and it’s super matte. I love it.’ @rosiefortescue Topshop Lipstick in Shazam, £8 ‘I save red lippy for special occasions only, but when I fancy it, I’ll always wear this. It’s a hot, fiery red and it’s long-lasting, plus it doesn’t dry my lips like some others. For £8, it’s a winner.’ @bridiewilkins Tarte Lip Paint in Bae, £17 ‘This is a gorgeous deep red that doesn’t budge, and by the end of the day you’re left with a deep stain that looks effortlessly chic. I pair it with…

Beats Studio3 Wireless £299.95 Rechargeable and with incredible responsive noise cancelling, these are topnotch for sound and comfort. Sony h.ear on 2 Mini Wireless WH-H800 £200 These also come in coral, gold and grey, and are foldable to save bag space. Kreafunk aHead £79 Easy on the ears and super-stylish, these are a great price for the sound quality. An influencer fave, too.…

Magnetic Nails There’s no greater conundrum than deciding on a nail colour, which is why F.U.N Lacquerhave released a trio of magnetic nail polishes that alter in colour at the wave of a magnet, creating a magical effect. £8.95, funlacquer.com Cosy AF Forget festive jumpers, Bulgarian designer Dukyana has released a full body scarf, which looks like a seriously cosy, giant leg warmer. And warm it is, made from mohair, the ‘scarf’ comes in at a pricey £208 – but let’s face it, can you really put a price on being snug? dukyana.com Lobster Lovers Rejoice We LOVE a Christmas lobster (in a roll, on its own, on salad) and now you can get yours for less at Iceland. We’re going all fancy for Xmas Day. £15, Iceland.co.uk Xmas Jumper…

Found! 22 treats we need in our lives! #1 STAR BUY OF THE WEEK The holy grail of hairstyling has gone galactic, with a space-age purple makeover. Silky smooth locks for the festive season is a breeze when you let this baby do the work for you… Straighten, curl or wave hair – EASY with this super snag-free styler. Oh, there’s also an exclusive OPI polish included, too and heat-resistant bag. All you need for office party readiness. ghd V Nocturne Styler Premium Gift Set, £139 2. GET SOME SHUT EYE Eye mask, £20, Liberty London 3. WISHES & KISSES Nails Inc Christmas Star Gift Set, £29 4. SCARLET FEVER Dress, £87, Myleene Klass at Littlewoods 5. JEAN GENIE Jeans, £49.99, H&M 6. HEY BERET Hat, £47, Helen Moore…

“Vic wants full focus on family and the kids” You could say it’s not been the smoothest of years for Victoria and David Beckham. As Look reported at the time, Brand Beckham took a tumble in early February after David was embroiled in Beckileaks: a huge scandal in which David’s personal emails were hacked and exposed. But with 2017 coming to a close, a source speaking exclusively to Look has revealed that Victoria is putting together an action plan to make 2018 a year to remember. For the right reasons… ‘David and Victoria have had a difficult year,’ says a close friend. ‘They are only human and like many other couples who struggle with the work-life balance, they’ve found it difficult for so many reasons. Vic is determined for all…

1 Veuve Clicquot Brut Champagne mailbox gift set, £54.99, Selfridges 2 Star of Bombay Gin gift tin, £44, Harvey Nichols 3 Freixenet Ice Rosé, £11.99, all major supermarkets 4 Baileys Chocolat Luxe, £18, all major supermarkets 5 Gin Lane 1751 Victoria Pink Gin, £19.99, Aldi 6 Hortus Artisan Oriental Spiced Gin, £15.99, Lidl 7 Freixenet Prosecco, £12, all major supermarkets 8 Distilleria Bottega Prosecco Gold Magnum, £49.99, Selfridges 9 Tanqueray No Ten Caged Edition, £49, Harveynichols.com 10 Laurent-Perrier Rosé NV Champagne Metal Robe Limited Edition, £55, Thechampagnecompany.com 11 Mo‘t & Chandon Imperial Limited Edition festive champagne, £64.99, Clos19.com…

DO THEY KNOW IT’S QUIZMAS TIME? How well do you remember 2017’s showbiz goss? Let’s find out… 1.  Which star fell through the stage floor at the BBC Radio 1 Teen Awards?a) Fearne Cottonb) Gemma Collinsc) Caroline Flackd) Nicole Scherzinger2.  Which celeb mum gave her baby the middle name Grey in 2017?a) Rosie Huntington-Whiteleyb) Binky Felsteadc) Cheryl Tweedyd) Amal Clooney3.  What is Meghan Markle’s real first name?a) Alisonb) Joannec) Lisad) Rachel4.  On which baking show does Prue Leith judge and Noel Fielding host?a) Master Bakersb) The Great British Bake Offc) Totally Baking Itd) Bake Up Look Sharp5.  Which actress took home her first Best Actress Oscar in 2017? (We’re still SO happy for her…)a) Naomie Harrisb) Amy Adamsc) Emma Stoned) Brie Larson6.  Which A-list couple split after eight years of…

The only thing that will make this month of food, sleep and hibernation even more enjoyable is a wardrobe that will make you feel like a queen for the duration. A comfy queen at that. Cashmere leads the way in the form of jumpers, hats and socks for indoors and out, before you slip into a dreamy satin sleep set . You’re getting sleepy. Zzzz… HYGGE HOMEWEAR Create the ultimate cosy set-up for instant zen...…

The Luxe Blazer Glamour 2.0 – rich velvet in deep red, this little number will elevate your daytime wears to dreamy new heights. For night? Team with a pair of glossy jacquard trousers and add equally sumptuous mules for a party-look that will have all eyes on you. Complete with sparkly ear-candy. DAY NIGHT THE SPLICED SKIRT This is the one that everyone is wearing RN, yep, and we can totally see why. Multi-print, midi and topped with a subtle ruffle – Rixo has convinced us to ditch the denim (for now) and slip into this statement skirt instead. Pair with a clashing jumper and knee-boots then simply switch to must-have mules for after dark. DAY NIGHT The Do-It-All Jumpsuit This killer heritage checked all-in-one is super-versatile and…

1 THE DANCEFLOOR TOUSLE ‘Don’t worry about creating perfect curls,’ Indira says. ‘Go against the grain of glamour when it comes to party hairstyles and swap big, glam volume for lived-in, brushed-out waves.’ Plus, as a double bonus, this is the best style to create on the morning of the work Christmas party. ‘Revive it at 5pm by applying a texturising spray and muss up at the roots using your fingertips.’ 2 GREAT STYLING = PREP If you want to get volume in your hair, the most important step is your first one, says Indira. ‘Washing your locks with a volumising shampoo and conditioner is essential to getting movement in the hair.’ 3 PROTECT TO PERFECT Ends in a state and you can’t seem to get them sorted? Indira says,…

1 BRISTOL’S TOP OF THE POPCON Bristol’s Thekla nightclub sees in 2018 with the ultimate fancy-dress party. Dress up as your fave pop star to win a top prize and boogie to ’70s, ’80s and ’90s classics. Tickets required and cost from £7. Popconfessional.co.uk 2 FIREWORK VIEWS FROM PRIMROSE HILL, LONDON Missed out on tickets for London’s spectacular firework display on the South Bank? Fear not. Head to Primrose Hill and watch the display over the rooftops of London for free. Don’t forget a flask or two of hot toddy and blankets to keep warm! 3 EAST OF THE SUN, WEST OF THE MOON, NEWCASTLE A bonfire resembling a beast’s lair forms the centrepiece to theatrics on the Town Moor, which culminate in a firework finale. Free but ticketed. Newcastlegateshead.com…

Whether you’re going big this party season or keeping your celebrations low-key and chill, ensure your home décor is on point with a little subtle glitz and glam. Gold accents are such an easy and super-accessible way to add luxury to your every day life. Whether it’s with an inspirational print or conversation-starting dish, your home will surely glow… ‘Make a statement and add warmth to your home with gold accents and accessories. Dreamy candles, statement cushions or a terrarium – you’ll love them year-round.’ SARAH-ROSE HARRISON, SENIOR FASHION ASSISTANT…

MAXINE EGGENBERGER, ACTING EDITOR Eat less meat BRIDIE WILKINS, FASHION WRITER Travel more ANNA DUFF, DIGITAL WRITER Start swimming again CHLOE BURCHAM, DEPUTY BEAUTY EDITOR Stop using Uber SARAH-ROSE HARRISON, SENIOR FASHION ASSISTANT Grow my hair longer LOOK INFLUENCER: ROSIE FORTESQUE Shop less LOOK INFLUENCER: GEMMA STYLES Write more WANT TO BE A LOOK INFLUENCER? Tag @Lookmagazine on Instagram #LookAtMe to join our global network of style ambassadors…

Sure, your standard add-on will come in a lot cheaper than clothes do, but that’s not to say they’re any less important. They’ve got the power to give an outfit a whole new lease of life, and we’ve hounded the high street for the best buys under £20 that do that and pass for designer. Try it – buy one and get your bestie to guess how much it was. See? Told you so.…

The Big Day is just around the corner, and as well as 1) presents to wrap 2) dinner to prepare and 3) all the Will Ferrell films to watch, there’s also outfit-planning to be done. Outfit-planning that’s got to take gift-opening, game-playing and lots of eating into account, that is. Who better then to take inspo from than you guys? A quick scout of our #LWIW tag reveals a load of festive fashion that’ll work for traditional dinners, woodland walks and church mass. Christmas really has come early. Join the # LWIW Style Army FANCY GRACING THE PAGES OF LOOK? SIMPLY TAG YOUR OUTFIT SNAPS WITH #LWIW TO BE IN WITH A CHANCE. WHO KNOWS? YOU MAY EVEN WIN OUR ‘BEST-DRESSED OF 2017’ CROWN.…

H&M Topshop Boden Office Pull& Bear New Look Mango River Island…

DAY 1: THE THICK OF IT Want to know how the A-list always have incredibly thick hair? Jen tells us: ‘I like to use clip-ins to add some fullness to the hair.’ Scared of extensions? Don’t be. Jen advises… ‘Blast a strong-hold hairspray into the root before clipping them in to give your hair extra grip. Then use a curling tong, wave the hair in alternative directions, so the style isn’t so uniform – it makes the hair look more real. For a more modern look, I like to leave the ends straight and then finish by running a pump of Sachajuan Shine Serum through the ends.’ ‘Take your extensions to the hairdressers with you so they can custom cut them into your hairstyle for you.’ DAY 2: HUN BUN…

Lydia Look’s Beauty Editor BritishBeautyEditor People say I’m hard to buy for, but I’m not really. Get me candles or anything gold and sparkly and I’m happy. Psst, Santa... That includes Champagne. Chloe Look’s Deputy Beauty Editor @chloeburcham The beauty world has become a little space-obsessed and I’m a big fan. From out-of-this-world glows to Zodiac-inspired prints, there’s a lot of wow-worthy gifts on my list this year. Gaby Look’s Beauty Writer @gdidwhat I love all the gifts that crop up at Christmas. It’s also a perfect time to pamper or try out a new make-up look.…

FOR CULTURE VULTURES The Crown SERIES 1 + SERIES 2 = 20 HOURS Claire Foy and Matt Smith as the Queen and Prince Philip, will make our festive viewing. We love it.| Netflix Riviera SERIES 1 = 10 HOURS Julia Stiles stars in this glamorous show, which is set in the rich and elite’s French playground – where plenty of dark secrets lie. Sky Atlantic/NOW TV FOR REALITY ADDICTS KUWTK SERIES 13 + 14 = 18HRS 48 MINUTES You might know the general story but get stuck into the reality of Scott and Kourtney’s split, the Paris robbery and baby news. Hayu Real Housewives Of Cheshire SERIES 5 + 6 = 20 HOURS What better escape from your family rows than to watch other families rowing and arguing. We know,…