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Woman|07-mar-16JUMP INTO STYLECAT DEELEY TV presenter, Cat 39 rocks two trends at once with a metallic cropped jumpsuit paired with snakeskin stilettos Glossy locks ramp up the glam factor. KATE HUDSON Kate 36 is every inch a Hollywood star in this daring sequinned Naeem Khan jumpsuit A chic updo helps this outfit take centre-stage MELANIE BROWN Spice Girl Mel 40 has us green with style envy in this figure-hugging plunge neck jumpsuit Voluminous curls and dark lips jazz up this simple look DIANE KRUGER Model Diane, 39, shows off her tiny waist in this figure-hugging bandeau cutaway jumpsuit by Cushnie Et Ochs. Bold red lippy adds extra style points. SCARLETT JOHANSSON Scarlett 31 looks fresh in this bright pink outfit by Zuhair Murad The laser-cut detail around the neck adds edge while…1 min
Woman|07-mar-16MOVING ON‘We’re between places now, in a tiny flat that we’re trying to get used to. We’re living like you do when you’re a student, in a small place with stuff everywhere! But it feels good – there’s something weirdly romantic about it. When you haven’t got as much space, you have to be in the same room all the time. We’re getting on with it all right, and I didn’t think we would. We haven’t decided where we want to live yet. But I felt like it was time to move. You make the decision and think ‘I just wanna get out!’ It might have had something to do with being ill. I could have thought, ‘Oh, I’ll just stay here for another couple of years.’ But when you get…2 min
Woman|07-mar-16MEET THE REAL HAPPY VALLEY POLICEWOMENAtroup of police officers race down the stairs in a disused factory in the West Yorkshire town of Elland. But look closer – they’re actually actors on the set of hit BBC1 show Happy Valley . Watching their every move is writer Sally Wainwright and at her side is Lisa Farrand – a former Yorkshire police officer and one of the women credited with making the show such a success. The series tells the story of troubled police officer, Catherine Cawood, who’s bringing up her grandson after her daughter killed herself. The grandson is the result of a rape committed by Tommy Lee Royce (played by James Norton), the villain of series one, who starts the second series in prison as a convicted murderer. Sensational? Yes, but…3 min
Woman|07-mar-16SPRING READYTHE NEW FEMININITY Think romance – it’s all about sheer, floaty fabrics, ruffles and lashings of pink! MOODY BLUES Navy is a modern update on traditionally lighter springtime shades BOMBER JACKETS Cover up in style in this season’s hero piece TOTES Simple, stylish and spacious, you’ll wonder how you ever lived without one! FOOT FOCUS Show off your pedi in these strap sandals – try a contrasting nail colour to complete your look…1 min
Woman|07-mar-16GLAM TO GO!Pretty rebel INSPIRED BY: Myleene Klass WHY IT WORKS: We predict this will be the look of the season; nude lips, a pastel blush and a big focus on eyes. For a bare skin feel, use a lightwieight, water-based colour on the apples of your cheeks. Groomed glamazon INSPIRED BY: Kate Garraway WHY IT WORKS: We love Kate’s look – that swishy blow-dry, gorgeous hair colour and a sultry, smoky eye with lashings of mascara will easily take you from day to evening. Screen siren INSPIRED BY: Rachel McAdams WHY IT WORKS: A bright, bold lippy ups the ante on any look and is great for any occasion. Add a textured, glam bob into the mix and you’re on to an (Oscar) winner.…1 min
Woman|07-mar-16Ask Suzie…He doesn’t want children M y daughter is 36 and recently got engaged to the man she’s been seeing for two years. He’s divorced with three children. He’s now told her that, despite how much he loves her, he doesn’t want to have any more children. She’s heartbroken and has asked me what she should do. Stay and never be a mother, leave to find someone who does want kids or ‘have an accident’ and get pregnant – surely he’d come round to it if she did? Suzie says: Having children is something any couple in a serious relationship needs to discuss. Having a child profoundly changes your life. In some cases, a strongly held position can change. ‘I don’t want children’ can mean ‘I’m terrified of the responsibility’ or…5 min
Woman|07-mar-163 WAYS TO BOOST YOUR HEALTH THIS WEEKBuy a plant Some house plants, including peace lilies, English ivy and spider plants, are great air cleaners, according to a NASA study. You should have five plants in an average three-bed semi to help get rid of toxins such as formaldehyde and ammonia. Get fruity Get more fruit into your diet with Nature’s Finest fruit pots (£1.25 per 200g pot, morrisons.com). They contain juicy chunks of exotic fruit in revitalising coconut water – a great healthy snack. Sunshine in a bottle The nights may be getting longer, but we still won’t get enough vitamin D from the sun. Vitabiotics Ultra D3 tablets (£5.39 for 96, boots.com) will help boost energy and lower blood pressure.…1 min
Woman|07-mar-16The Perfect Patio LilySome Oriental lilies are too tall for patio pots, needing staking and support, but not the ‘Romance Series’. The stems are short, yet still long enough to create elegant cut flowers. These new easy-grow lilies bloom in multi shades of pink and red, some with spots, some with stripes. As they produce up to eight blooms per stem, your garden will be filled with a wonderful scent. Lily ‘Romance Series’ is easy to grow – perfect for beginners and those with little time. Height: 40cm. Spread: 25cm. Supplied as bulbs size 13/14. Buy 6 (1 of each) for £12.99 Buy 12 (2 of each) for £19.99 (RRP £25.98) SAVING £5.99 DON’T FORGET TO ADD... PATIO POTS In pink and purple. These patio pots add a stylish, contemporary touch to your…1 min
Woman|07-mar-16Staying inWhat to record next week COMEDY PLAYHOUSE: STOP/START FRIDAY, BBC1 Miranda Hart’s pal Sarah Hadland stars alongside Nigel Havers in this one-off sitcom about three marriages falling apart. It might not sound very amusing but, trust us, this quirky comedy is well worth a look. STEVE BACKSHALL’S EXTREME MOUNTAIN CHALLENGE BBC2 Strictly’s Steve is in his element in this adventure show as he explores Venezuela’s remote mountains. Expect gasp-inducing expeditions! CRUFTS 2016 THURS, MORE4 Dog-lovers will go simply barking mad for this year’s competition – which is celebrating its 125th anniversary – as the pampered pooches battle it out to be crowned champion of the world’s largest dog show. THE LADY IN THE VAN OUT 7 MARCH Maggie Smith shines in this heart-warming adaptation of Alan Bennett’s play, which is…3 min
Woman|07-mar-16AND IF YOU LIKED THAT, TRY THESE…WHAT CAME NEXT After You by JoJo Moyes Sequel to the blockbuster Me Before You , we find out what happens to Lou after Will’s death. The dramatic opening will have you gripped, and an amazing encounter brings about an enforced meeting with Will’s family. MARRIAGE MAYHEM Someone Else’s Wedding by Tamar Cohen We see the events of a weekend when Fran is organising the wedding of her son. As always with such occasions, this event stirs up old memories. There are ructions with her husband and problems with daughters Pip and Katy, who are both unlucky in love. MOVING ON Getting Rid Of Matthew by Jane Fallon Helen’s lover Matthew has finally decided to leave his wife and move in with her. The…1 min
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Woman|07-mar-163 of the best CYCLE ACCESSORIESBlaze Laserlight Bike Light (£124.99, firebox.com ) This shines an image of a bike on the ground five metres ahead of you to let pedestrians and drivers know you are coming. It charges via USB and is waterproof. Zackees LED Gloves (£75, amazon. co.uk ) As well as keeping your hands warm these gloves have flashing arrows so you can indicate left or right. The brightness changes with the lighting conditions, and they can be recharged and washed. Bike Spokelit (£7.99, firebox.com ) This small light fits on your spokes to create a ring of colour as you ride. Water- and shock-resistant with glow or flash modes.…1 min
Woman|07-mar-16Neil MorrisseyLovable lad! Men Behaving Badly star Neil Morrissey has been on our screens for years. From Boon to Bob The Builder , he’s a fixture of the TV landscape. He’s now appearing in BBC’s new star-studded spy thriller The Night Manager , with Olivia Colman. Neil, 53, lives in London with his partner Emma, a lawyer, and owns a pub in Staffordshire. The role I get most recognised for now is Bob The Builder . A lot of children want me to sing the song! Children have wept openly when their parents point at me and say, ‘That’s Bob the Builder!’ It’s too confusing because I’m not wearing my yellow hat. Men Behaving Badly…2 min
Woman|07-mar-16woman ABOUT TOWNHello from the BARGAIN AISLE! She might be worth £75m, but Adele loves a bargain as much as we do judging by these snaps of the singer in American discount store Target. The mum-of-one looked totally unrecognisable from her usually glam self, dressed down in comfy black harem trousers and a baggy top, going virtually unnoticed by her fellow shoppers. How come we never see international megastars in our local TK Maxx? It’s War! A catfight has erupted between former Strictly star Kristina Rihanoff and the Loose Women , when she slammed the panel as ‘pathetic’. After Kristina, who is four months pregnant, was snapped sipping champagne, the show discussed whether pregnant women should be banned from boozing. Kristina took to Twitter, writing:…3 min
Woman|07-mar-16‘Keeping my pregnancy a secret was TOUGH!’‘MY FACE WAS FROZEN’ She’s the Emmerdale bad girl who’s spent the past year behind bars. But this month sees normal service resumed as Charity Dingle heads back to the village to cause havoc. For actress Emma Atkins, her return, in an explosive storyline, is a dream come true. The 40-year-old, who lives in West Yorkshire with her partner, Tom, and their 11-month old baby Albert, has just spent a blissful year on maternity leave. ‘I missed Charity while I was away. People always ask me if I like her and I do – I just can’t defend most of the things she does! She’s flawed, absolutely shameless and her moral compass leaves a lot to be desired. But she’s never boring! There are some great…4 min
Woman|07-mar-16Theonly MOTHER’S DAY GIFT I WANTED‘I YEARNED TO HOLD MY BABY’ From the moment I found out I was pregnant, I imagined what life would be like as a mum. I pictured the first time I’d hold my baby, the first words they’d speak and my very first Mother’s Day. Maybe I’d get a card with some scribbles on it or a precious photo. And yet, when that day arrived, my first Mother’s Day with a child of my own, it almost passed me by. My husband Dave and I had been together for four years when we decided to start a family. Ten months later, I gazed at the positive test with tears in my eyes. I couldn’t wait to meet our baby... Pregnancy was everything I’d hoped it would be. Rather than morning…5 min
Woman|07-mar-16How losing weight CHANGED OUR LIVES‘I HAVE A HAIRCUT THAT I LOVE’ Kirsty Horne, 39, from Houston, Renfrewshire (5ft 1in). As a mum-of-three I was so busy I would grab chocolate and biscuits. Then, in March 2014, I walked into a Slimming World class on my way home from work. Now, having lost nearly 3st, instead of hiding my fat face behind a bob, I have the confidence to wear my hair short. As well as looking more stylish, it saves me so much time in the morning because I don’t have to blow-dry or straighten it any more. ‘I’M READY IN NO TIME’ Carol Fantetti, 40, from Kent (5ft 6in). After having my two children I didn’t want to be fat at 40 so, in 2015, I went to Weight Watchers. When I was…2 min
Woman|07-mar-16A flatter TUMIN 5 DAYSTUMMY TRUTHS Wondering why your tum isn't flat? It isn’t just a sign you’ve tucked into too much stodge. Fluid retention, eating the wrong foods late in the day or an insulin problem can all contribute to extra fat being stored around your middle. Stress also plays a part as being constantly wound-up releases the hormone cortisol, which can trigger sugar cravings. Our five-day plan focuses on super-lean proteins, with minimum carbs, so you quickly start to burn fat for energy. Begin with the 2-Day Belly Blitz to kickstart weight loss then follow with the 3-Day Belly Buster, which adds up to around 1,200 cals a day – to keep weight loss steady. EAT MORE FIBRE For every 10g of fibre you eat daily, your belly will carry almost 4%…3 min
Woman|07-mar-16Dumped an hour before my wedding… So I took my friends on HONEYMOON!‘HIS WORDS ECHOED IN MY HEAD’ Looking at the photo of me and my friends on the beach in Hawaii, it might seem like a typical girlie getaway – days spent relaxing by the pool and nights spent enjoying cocktails. But the truth is, this picture was taken on my honeymoon, after I was jilted at the altar… I’d met Alex* in the summer of 2009 on a work day out and the attraction was instant. He was handsome and as we chatted over a drink, we soon realised we both loved sports and travelling. Over the next six months, we spent every weekend together, going bowling and for runs at the park. And by the time we went on our first holiday together to Hawaii, in January 2010, Alex…6 min
Woman|07-mar-16Alternative cures...what really WORKS?MASSAGE THERAPY If you’ve ever had a massage you’ll know how super-indulgent it can feel. But does it have any effects beyond helping you feel pampered? The science bit ‘Some types of massage have been proven to be effective for relaxation, such as Swedish massage,’ says Professor Edzard Ernst, a leading researcher into complementary medicine. The evidence is limited, but one study found massage might help with poor sleep, and another suggested it could lower blood pressure. Find out more Visit the General Council for Massage Therapy at gcmt.org.uk. ACUPUNCTURE With its origins in traditional Chinese medicine, acupuncture involves fine needles being inserted into specific points on the body. Practitioners believe disease is caused by blocks to the flow of energy or ‘qi’ in the body, and that stimulating the…3 min
Woman|07-mar-16HOT MAMASWE HAVE A RENEWED SELF-BELIEF Sarah Jessica Parker, 50, effortlessly chic in a slinky grey dress and jacket, is still the style queen we loved in Sex And The City. Lorraine Kelly, 56, sizzling in a daffodil-yellow dress, gives us all a lesson in how to radiate confidence. And Sharon Stone, 57, continues to dazzle with her sleek movie-star looks. They’re all devoted mothers – but tore up the rulebook long ago about how mums should present themselves to the world. Whether doing school runs, or with the brood fully grown, today’s 50+ mums are showing their younger counterparts a thing or two. There are no limits Once upon a time, parenthood meant sacrificing style – not to mention our own aspirations – for the practicalities…3 min
Woman|07-mar-16STARSCOPEARIES 21 Mar – 20 Apr You may be the hare of the zodiac, but the tortoise won the race. Put another way, this is not the time to press on at the speed of sound, but to step back and consider the best route forward. For your reading 09058 172557 TAURUS 21 Apr – 21 May While you shouldn’t spend money you haven’t got or invest in a project over which you have serious reservations, you must also guard against relying solely on practicalities to make a decision. For your reading 09058 172558 GEMINI 22 May – 22 Jun There is a purposeful edge to these influences, so you may be able to put signatures on paper and reach a conclusion. But if you run into a roadblock, don’t…2 min
Woman|07-mar-16‘My three wins add up to £4,098!’‘I’VE WON THE BINGO AGAIN!’ I SHOUTED You might read this and think you recognise me. That’s because this isn’t my first win on Woman Bingo. In fact, it’s my third! Last January, I scooped my first jackpot of £1,098 in one of my favourite rooms, the Bingo Lounge. When I won that first time, I was thrilled and danced around the room. But, to my surprise, just nine months after my first jackpot, I won another, and this time it was even bigger. In September last year, I was playing in the evening one weekend. I’m a family worker, so the week tends to be busy. But, come the weekend, I enjoy having a few games of bingo on my tablet or laptop. It was…3 min
Woman|07-mar-16THE CASTING COUCH’87 Boon ‘I had so much fun. It was nine months riding around on a motorbike, in leather, with hair down to my waist!’ ’92 Men Behaving Badly ‘I doubt it will make a comeback, but like every other job, it’s down to the script’ ’07 Waterloo Road ‘I didn’t really enjoy it. Other people have better memories as they got time off!’ ’16 The Night Manager ‘It’s a John le Carré novel, for crying out loud. You’d give your right arm to do it!’ Say what? ‘Working with Olivia Colman is like being massaged by marshmallows’…1 min
Woman|07-mar-16MY DIARY of HOPE‘I HAD TO FORCE HIM TO LEAVE THE HOUSE’ A year has passed since Carol McGiffin revealed she’d been treated for breast cancer, and for the former Loose Woman and her fiancé Mark Cassidy, it’s been a rollercoaster 12 months. Carol had to deal with the aftereffects of her gruelling chemotherapy and radiotherapy treatment, adjust to her new life (and new haircut) and cope with the paranoia that the disease could come back. But Mark was by her side every step of the way. The couple’s 2016 has already got off to a flying start, as they went on a luxury holiday and moved out of their London flat. And now the plan for the rest of the year is to find their dream home and finally get married but,…6 min
Woman|07-mar-16Don’t tell me I can’t… BREAK A WORLD RECORDJust five weeks ago I called a 29ft long rowing boat home. I was part of a team of four women, rowing 8,500 miles across the Pacific in two-hour shifts, rarely sleeping for more than 90 minutes at a time before taking the oars once again. While I might sound like an elite athlete, in fact I’m a normal 40-year-old woman. And what’s even more incredible is that I only tried rowing two weeks before applying for the challenge. I’ve always been adventurous. Growing up with my mum Anne, dad Bernard and younger brother Jared, we spent holidays travelling the world. After leaving school I started work in travel and by the time I was 35 I was running tours in countries as diverse as The Middle East and Latin…4 min
Woman|07-mar-16KEEP IT SIMPLEFor laidback luxe, try a utility shirt dress with a pop of colour Get ready for spring with a floral-print jumpsuit Trophy trousers + statement necklace = the perfect combo HOW TO GET IT RIGHT • Simple shapes are the basics of this look. Choose classic shirt dresses, fitted trousers and fine knit jumpers and get ready to mix and match. • If you usually wear black or navy, ease yourself into wearing colour. Navy works well with a pop of mustard and black looks great with any colour. • Keep your outfit modern with jewellery. Multiple rings, wide bangles and fine necklaces are the ideal finishing touches.…1 min
Woman|07-mar-16Do not DISTURB‘I recommend having a candlelit bath before bed at least once a week for a guaranteed good night’s sleep’ NICHOLA JOSS, SANCTUARY SKINCARE EXPERT You need… A bit of a detox Every day you battle with environmental pollutants so wipe the slate clean with a mini detox. Start by dry body brushing to clear toxins and improve circulation, then apply a charcoal facemask to draw out dirt. Finish with a detoxifying bath to balance your skin’s moisture levels and relax achy muscles. Champneys Luxury Body Brush, £10, Origins Clear Improvement Active Charcoal Mask, £23, SenSpa Detox Bath Salts, £5.95 You need… A good sleep You’ve finally done everything on your to do list – and you’re shattered. Light a few candles, dim the lights and pop on Smooth Radio. Run…2 min
Woman|07-mar-1620% off Debenhams FlowersDebenhams Flowers are offering Woman readers 20% off all their gorgeous bouquets for Mother’s Day! The exclusive discount code works site-wide on all flowers, except one small range called ‘Flowers by post’. Debenhamsflowers.com is an online flower and gifting delivery service. You can choose from a wide range of gorgeous bouquets and designer flowers for next-day delivery. Whether you’d also like to say ‘Happy birthday!’ or ‘Congratulations!’, Debenhams Flowers have a talented team of highly skilled florists. Every elegant bouquet is a unique design, all perfect for any occasion. When it comes to flowers and gifts for a special day, they’re the experts! You can even order fresh flowers to be delivered across the UK for seven days a week. Perhaps you’d like to surprise a…1 min
Woman|07-mar-16I thought I had indigestion... IT WAS CROHN’S‘I TRIED TO STAND, BUT FELL’ Most of us suffer cramps at one time or another. So when I had a meal to celebrate my fortieth with my brother, Lee, I wasn’t worried when I struggled to finish my chicken salad. I put the nausea and bloating down to indigestion and, back home, took a painkiller. But it was the start of a five-year nightmare that resulted in emergency surgery… and changed the way I eat forever. The morning after that meal – my birthday – on 3 December 2011, I was woken at 6am by a sharp, stabbing pain. I tried to stand, but it was so intense that I fell to the floor. Suddenly, I started vomiting uncontrollably. Crawling across the landing, I called out for my children,…2 min
Woman|07-mar-16PIMP UP YOUR BASICS CHICKENSpicy curried chicken with cauli rice Crumbed cauliflower adds flavour and texture to the rice in this super quick curry SERVES 4 PREP 10 MINS COOK 15 MINS •170g tub Greek yogurt•2 garlic cloves, crushed•4tsp curry powder•4tsp balsamic vinegar•4 chicken breasts•2tbsp olive oil•250ml basmati rice•1 onion, chopped•1 cauliflower, cut into florets•100g baby spinach leaves•1 small bunch mint leaves•1 chilli, deseeded, sliced, optional 1 Put 100g yogurt into a dish with the garlic, curry powder and balsamic vinegar. Stir. 2 Season chicken, slash flesh several times and add to the curried yogurt marinade. Stir to coat. Cover and chill, if you’ve time, to boost the flavour. 3 Heat oven to 200°C, Gas 6. Put the chicken onto a non-stick baking tray and drizzle with oil. Bake for 15 mins until the…3 min
Woman|07-mar-16It’s your WEEKENDGoing out The ONE great film THE DIVERGENT SERIES: ALLEGIANT WHO? Shailene Woodley, Theo James, Naomi Watts, Jeff Daniels WHAT? The third instalment in the popular Divergent franchise that follows rebels Tris and Four as they battle the system in an alternative reality. But as they go beyond the wall, they’re forced to decide where their future lies. WHY? Hunger Games fans will love this family action movie, with its thrilling stunts and special effects. WHY NOT? If you’ve had enough of dystopian teen dramas, you might want to give this a miss. VERDICT: Spectacular sci-fi with a cool twist ready for next year’s grand finale to the series. OUT 10 MARCH My weekend top 5 Dr Pixie McKenna WATCHING The Affair was brilliant, so now I’m on the…3 min
Woman|07-mar-16A family cruise? It’s plain sailing!Getting on board Our adventure started in Galveston, Texas with a very easy check-in. Our luggage was unloaded by a porter and we met up with it again in our spacious, very comfortable cabin. Meniro, our steward, greeted us warmly and seemed to be on hand day and night to answer any of our questions. As first-time cruisers, nothing could have prepared us for the size of Carnival Freedom . We were overwhelmed with the range of activities and the hustle and bustle of 3,000 Americans packing their vacation with fun. While our English reserve held us back at first, we soon found ourselves swept along. There is an organised activity for every age group if you fancy it, from calypso music on the deck, karaoke in the International Lounge,…4 min
Woman|07-mar-16TECH SAVVYSTYLE FILE WRAPS HEADPHONES (£14.99, MYWRAPS. COM ) If you’re always getting your headphones in a tangle, this chic new pair from Wraps could be the answer. When not in use they can be worn around the wrist as jewellery, and the sound quality is great, too. APP OF THE WEEK Trainzzz (£1.49 per year, App Store/Google Play) Select your destination and how far ahead of reaching it you’d like to be woken, and you’ll get an alarm call. Brilliant! MAKE IT EASY! One For All smart control (£39.99, oneforall.co.uk ) If you’re fed up with multiple remote controls, this is a great option to simplify things. It allows you to operate up to eight devices, including music systems, TVs and DVD players.…1 min
Woman|07-mar-16‘We’ve had a few gym wars!’THE STORY SO FAR… The ITV detective drama set in the 1950s Cambridgeshire village of Grantchester sees local Anglican vicar Sidney Chambers turn amateur sleuth alongside grumpy Detective Inspector Geordie Keating. Now the unlikely partnership is back for a second series… Tessa Peake-Jones, who plays Mrs Maguire, tells us she’s a mother figure on set. ‘I mentored Al, who plays my lodger Leonard, at drama school so we go back a long way. I have a tendency to mother him and James. I have to tell myself, ‘Hang on a minute, they’re not your actual children!’ Kacey Ainsworth, who plays Geordie’s wife Cathy, is a big fan of Robson Green. ‘Everybody loves him. He’s better in real life than on screen! He sends me a text every day after we…4 min
