Table of contents for 19-Feb-2018 in Look

Blink and you’ll miss it, that’s how the first few weeks of 2018 have felt at Look HQ. There’s something about that time between 1 January and the middle of February that goes faster than 90 per cent off Manolo Blahniks, and I blame it on London Fashion Week. Don’t get me wrong, though, I love London Fashion Week – the energy is unrivalled, and this season is set to be one of the best yet, it just always manages to take me by surprise. From influencers perfecting their ‘candid’ strutting across the road shots (do not try this at home) to rubbing shoulders with celebs sitting FROW-side, there’s always a sight to behold, and that’s before we even get to the clothes. Because, really, that’s all we’re interested in.…

When a type of clothing is as steeped in association as tartan is, it makes it even harder to pull off. Try it, think of tartan and what comes into your head? Mel Gibson in Braveheart? Shame on you, says Look’s Acting Editor Maxine Eggenberger, who hails from Caledonia. Granted, the first thing that springs to mind as far as tartan is concerned is the iconic kilt, but slacks of the same style are making a resurgence. The street style set gives us plenty of inspo: style a classic red pair with a crisp white shirt to keep things chic, or go bright yellow and tone things down with black on top. Too bold for you? Try Boohoo’s muted versions to avoid giving your boyf a wee fright. Indeed, the…

“When I won the last award, I was totally shocked” florence Pugh is laughing as we sit down for a chat. Fresh from a photocall, the 22 year old has been joking around with fellow BAFTA Rising Star nominee Josh O’Connor, doing her best Charlie’s Angels impression and scolding him for not understanding how to pose for a Boomerang. Later, we hang out at the InStyle EE Rising Star Party, ahead of the EE British Academy Film Awards, and she’s all smiles, too. No wonder – it’s pretty impressive to score a Rising Star nomination at just 22 – she’ll find out if she’s beaten the likes of Josh and Call Me By My Name’s Timothée Chalamet on 18 February but is ‘totally cool about it’. Florence first appeared on…

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1 BEING KIND IMPROVES YOUR MOOD  It sounds simple, but doing a good deed actually enhances your mood as it releases dopamine – the hormone that creates a natural high. 2 IT LOWERS YOUR STRESS LEVELS Doing positive things causes a happiness rush. You then experience longer periods of calm and the brain uses this to regenerate, benefitting the immune system. It won’t cure a cold, but one study suggests it could ward one off. 3 IT IS CONTAGIOUS  The simple act of giving or helping encourages others to do more. It contributes to a community sense, according to recent research. 4 YOUR KINDNESS TEACHES OTHERS TO BE KIND It’s like a muscle. One study found that you can ‘build’ compassion muscles and become more responsive to others’ situations. 5…

(Mini) Heat Wave Love Urban Decay Naked Heat palettes? Soon you can get your hands on an on-the-go, mini version. With a campaign fronted by Nicole Richie and with six perfect matte shades, it’s out on 22 March. Urban Decay Naked Petite Heat palette, £26 Send A Message River Island is backing anti-bullying charity Ditch The Label, with these new #Labelsareforclothes T-shirts. With every sale, £3 will go to the charity with a further £1 donated by RI if you share your pic and use the hashtag. Simple. T-shirt, £18, River Island What The Croc?! When Balenciaga debuted a pair of £600 platform Crocs on the catwalk, we threw up in our mouths a bit – and yet they’ve sold out via preorder, after going on sale at US store…

Found! 22 treats we need in our lives! #1 STAR BUY OF THE WEEK Having trouble taking stubborn make-up off? NIVEA’s iconic eye make-up remover is here to simplify your routine. A two-phase formula, it makes light work of removing waterproof mascara thanks to its oil base, while protecting lashes, too. Suitable for all skin types, every girl needs this in her make-up bag. NIVEA Daily Essentials Double Effect Eye Make-up Remover, £3.59, available at Superdrug 2.INTO THE BLUE Shoes, £69, Office 3.SHORT STRAW Shorts, £12, Matalan 4.SKIRT AROUND Skirt, £36, Topshop 5.LEADING LIGHT Lamp, £39.99, Homesense 6.BLUE SUEDE Jacket, £60, Simply Be 7 ROUND ROBIN Bag, £25, Accessorize 8.PINEAPPLE PARTY Bag, £19.99, New Look 9 FLOWER POWER Dress, £30, Miss Selfridge 10.EYE OPENER Maybelline Total Temptation Shadow + Highlight…

Talk about a rubbish start to 2018. Not only did Jennifer Lawrence begin the new year getting over her break-up with director Darren Aronofsky, but she was also nominated for a Razzie (Golden Raspberry) Award for her role in Mother!. To make matters worse, Darren, 49, then stepped out with 26-year-old actress Suki Waterhouse at the Sundance Film Festival. So when Look heard pals were growing increasingly concerned over Jen’s behaviour, we weren’t surprised. According to an insider, friends are fearful for the star, 27 – especially after she was pictured smoking a ‘suspicious looking’ hand-rolled cigarette. ‘Jen is a bit lost right now and hasn’t been in a good place since Darren and Suki were pictured together,’ explains a source. ‘She’s always very professional when she is working, but…

This week, Debenhams are launching their SS18 lingerie collection with some refreshingly beautiful snaps, and with a model that represents real women. While the photos are great, the lingerie stunning (seriously, Debenhams, you get us every time), you might not know that the model you’re looking at is Joann Van Den Herik. This is her debut modelling campaign and there’s the little matter that her cousins are arguably the most famous models on the planet right now: Gigi and Bella Hadid. Joann admits her ‘down-to-earth’ cousins are the ones that have given her the push to step into the modelling world. ‘I don’t think about them as famous. It’s only when I’m with them, I realise they’re different,’ she says. ‘I live in Holland, but when Bella is at Paris…

Could this app make dating safer? How many times have you arranged to meet up with someone from a dating app, only to arrive and find your date is drunk, ‘forgot their wallet’ or is five inches shorter than expected? But would they behave like that if they knew they were being reviewed? Take Uber, for example. We’re all a teeny bit more polite when we know we’re going to be rated by our driver. So how would you feel if we told you that this is the future of dating – being able to give feedback on the man you’ve just had drinks with? Could it make dating safer? Welcome to Once’s new feature, where women can review their date, provide a rating (creating an overall score), and judge…

GO LOGO Do the retro rounds with vintage logos sprawled across everything from bags to tees. Nostalgia for the win. CRAYOLA COLOURS More is more where colour is concerned this season. Pink will enhance olive complexions, while green offsets porcelain skin tones. TAKE A SHINE Vinyl was once a tricky trend to tackle, but this season there’s more ways to wear it than ever before. Dress River Island’s jacket down with jeans and a tee during the day, or add tights and a turtleneck to Primark’s mini skirt at the weekend. CHECK MATE No longer reserved for geography teachers or your grandpa’s old cap, the plaid check has firmly cemented itself as the need-to-know print for SS18. WESTERN FRONT Fashion’s playing out its very own prairie, thanks to the likes…

Philip Kingsley Elasticizer, £32 ‘This is the cream of the crop when it comes to speedy strand transformation. Use a generous amount and apply before shampoo. I leave mine on overnight and the next day my hair’s smooth and less frizzy.’ @gdidwhat Vita Coco Coconut Oil, £9.99 for 500ml ‘My scalp is really sensitve so I have to be careful what I use. I’ve found coconut oil is best when my hair feels dry and looks lacklustre. I massage it in and leave for a few hours.’ @rosiefortescue Shea Moisture Raw Shea Butter Deep Treatment Masque, £12.99 ‘My hair is naturally curly and I straighten it a lot, so I do a weekly treatment. This is fantastic at keeping it shiny and soft despite all the heat I put on…

Like we didn’t have enough to ‘add to basket’ – ASOS launches its new activewear range 4505 this week (15 February), and we’re a little bit obsessed. From bold fluoro colours to sleek, printed co-ordinates, this is kit designed to make you stand out while on the gym floor. And don’t be fooled by the athleisure styling, this is all very practical workout gear (the lightweight jackets are perfect now it’s still too cold to entertain a running vest top in the morning), while the green cropped top and shorts combo is our go-to yoga outfit. Hit Harder Holly Willoughby swears by it and the Look office has several converts – but why is boxing so good for you? We asked Maciela, trainer at London’s celeb-loved boxing gym KOBOX, to…

She’s always been a firm Look favourite, which is why we were devastated for Blake Lively when we found out filming had been suspended on her new movie, The Rhythm Section. Following a hand injury sustained in December, Blake has been forced to halt production and, instead, rest up at the family home in Bedford, New York. It’s tough times for the star – and according to our insider, she’s even blaming herself for the accident. ‘It’s been so frustrating for Blake,’ explains a close pal. She feels powerless and is blaming herself for stalling production and putting everyone out. She’s lying low at home and trying to stay strong and upbeat, spoiling husband Ryan [Reynolds] and their kids [daughters Ines, one, and James, three] with attention.’ It can’t be…

Luxe Love-In It’s that time of year again when RI Studio – the brand’s premium collection – is here for the picking, and my are the pieces ripe. There are wardrobe staples like luxe leather, fine knits and fancy florals that’ll transcend the seasons and work for every occasion going. We’ll take one of each, and turn a blind eye to our next bank statement. WHAT TO EXPECT Girlie details mixed with a sporty vibe and pops of pastels. WHEN AND WHERE Online and in selected stores from 13 February. WHAT TO BAG It has to be the floral frock and leather pencil. HOW TO STYLE IT Add the mint jumper over the dress for daytime, and opt for the leather skirt for an evening soirée, with a cami and…

It’s not every evening that you get to rub shoulders with ones to watch in the acting world, so when the opportunity came along to do just that at InStyle’s EE Rising Star Party, ahead of the EE British Academy Film Awards, we jumped at the chance. Of course, it was the perfect excuse for the fun and glamorous to dress up and, luckily for us, there was plenty of high street goodness to be had. From Angela Scanlon’s mermaid-esque midi to Frankie Bridge’s sexy suiting, we spent the hours that followed frantically adding items to our online shopping baskets. The ever-beaut Maya Jama was in charge of the night’s soundtrack, while Spider-Man himself Tom Holland served up major A-list appeal. Amid the crowd, we caught up with EE Rising…

1 I’ve been on a date with a woman and she’s left a harsh review. Can I appeal? Once is NOT a man-bashing platform – the feature exists to help overcome ghosting, authenticity and catfishing. We review every comment, and male users can appeal through the complaints process, where we will assess their case. 2 I went on a date and we’ve exchanged numbers. I’ve left a review, but he won’t stop texting asking for a better one. What can I do? The good thing with this feature is that you can change your review to reflect his ‘after date’ behaviour and warn other women. 3 I went on a date with a man and left a great review. After a second date, he ghosted me. Can I retract the…

BRIGHT EYES Incorporating colour into your look has never been chicer... or easier. Use deep blue, green or violet shades along your lash line, shimmers to highlight, or add a pop of colour in the centre of your lid with cobalt blue, pastel peach or pink. colour pop pout Whether you’re loyal to matte or a lover of gloss, there’s one thing that’s for sure this SS18 and that’s the brighter your pout, the better. Postbox reds, magenta pinks and firey oranges are all in this summer. Colour clash with your mani for extra beauty points. sweet cheeks For the past few years, blusher’s been placed on the back burner, thanks to the surge of contouring and highlighting trends sweeping the beauty world, and in turn: our cheekbones. But now,…

In need of a pre-spring pep talk? Look’s Acting Fashion Editor Lucie Clifford shares her top tips for feeling more upbeat and optimistic during the winter months. Ditch The Digital Give your life a break from social media. Turn off your notifications for an hour or simply go for a long walk sans phone. The outside world is a magnificent thing, so look up at the sky instead of down at a screen. Feel Thankful Meet the #girlsquad for coffee and chats – my order is the classic Caramel Macchiato from Starbucks – call your mum for a chat or catch that flick in the cinema you’ve been dying to see. Be thankful for the quality time you have to spend with the people you love – including yourself. Revisit…