It's an unbelievable 25 years since the release of the film that made her name, and Julia Roberts is still Hollywood's favourite Pretty Woman and the face of a bestselling fragrance. But these days, her favourite role is being a wife and mother. ...read
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BEAUTY CLINIC
Can you recommend foundation that's REALLY oil-free?FASHION & BEAUTY
Boogie nights: get ready to party with a dash of disco
Chantecaille Le Chrome Luxe Eye Duo in Tibet is shimmery and celebratory without looking panto-twinkly. £48, uk.spacenk.com
Highlight cheek- and collarbones with the fabulously simple but glamorous Burberry Gold Glow Fragranced luminising Powder, scented with My Burberry fragrance. £45, uk.burberry.com.
Invest in the new Bobbi Brown Deluxe Cheek & eye Palette and get sorted for the season with shimmering and matt brown, black and nude eyeshadows, plus two blushers. £59, bobbibrown.co.uk.
Get party eyes in under a minute with the easy-to-apply Eylure Volume petite 100 false lashes. £5.25, eylure.com.
This bottle alone makes me want to don a pair of sparkly heels. Valentino Donna eau de parfum is pretty with notes of rose and iris but warms to leather and patchouli. From £49 for 30ml, 020 7494 6220.
Celebrity facialist Linda Merediths Eye Gel treats every winter eye woe, from puffiness to dryness. £59, lindameredith.com.
Dolce & Gabbanas The Essence of Holiday collection nail polish in antique gold is pared-down and tasteful. £20, harrods.com.
Paul & Joes lightweight Perfect Makeup Primer gives the skin a porcelain sheen with a hint of colour. £30, selfridges.com.
The Beautiful Mind Series Volume 1 Intelligence & Fantasy perfume, with notes of cedar, rose, musk and sandalwood,
is light but quietly powerful. Wear it and be noticed. £95
for 100ml, liberty.co.uk.
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Taylor Swift has spoken of feeling shamed in to staying away from romance after having her relationship history publicly mocked but as a celebrity, does she have a right to a private life?
Sarah Cuda
Cold comforters: Take the bite out of winter with these nourishing formulas
If you're on the lookout for an ultra-soothing wipe-off cleanser, Clarins Extra-Comfort Anti-Pollution Cleansing Cream is ideal. £25, clarins.com
In winter a favourite cleanser may seem too harsh step forward Estee Lauder Re-Nutriv Hydrating Foam Cleanser, which feels silky and refreshing. £40, esteelauder.co.uk
Dior Capture Totale foundation has an almost miracle-working creamy-yet-light formula that breathes life into skin, making blotches disappear and lines soften. Available in nine shades. £62, 020 7216 0216
Smooth the skin around your eyes and ensure foundation or concealer looks less noticeable with the great new Laura Mercier Eyedration Moisture Eye Creme. £33, John Lewis
When it comes to dealing with extreme cold, Scandinavians
can teach us a thing or two. Below 10 Degrees Cream from Danish make-up and skincare brand Tromborg delivers restorative hydration using natural ingredients. £85, Debenhams stores nationwide
Jo Malone Just Like Sunday scented Candles include notes of crisp sheets, smouldering embers and sweet macaroons subtle Lavender & Lovage is my favourite of the four fragrances in this new collection.
£39, jomalone.co.uk
Bobbi Brown Extra Repair Moisture Cream is surprisingly light for a super-rich formula, and uses sunflower oil and clary sage along with other moisture boosters. £62.50, bobbibrown.co.uk
HEALTH WITH SARAH STACEY
FOOD & ENTERTAINING
Lorraine's party pick & mix
- Lorraine's party pick & mix: Baked chicken pops with crispy breadcrumbs & crème fraîche & chive dipping sauce Perfect for grazing
- Lorraine's party pick & mix: Spicy cashew nut chaat This is my own Western version - still with plenty of spice and heat
- Lorraine's party pick & mix: Homemade chive & parmesan popcorn You can vary the flavourings on this better-balanced nibble
- Lorraine's party pick & mix: Rosemary roast chickpeas & almonds with smoked paprika Delicious served straight from the oven
Clean and lean
- Clean and lean: Home-baked beans on rye Great with a couple of eggs on top
- Clean and lean: Cafe cool Two fast morning fixes
- Clean and lean: Cacao, carob and coconut granola Cacao is the real deal
- Clean and lean: The cup of life This breakfast smoothie arms me with everything I need to go out and take the world by storm
Sugar-free Simplicious Christmas
- Sugar-free Simplicious Christmas: Roast Christmas pork with sticky sugar-free glaze Use pork leg or neck joint for this slo-mo joint
- Sugar-free Simplicious Christmas: Stuffing 'n' all the best bits salad Eat in a large serving bowl
- Sugar-free Simplicious Christmas: Pickled festive red slaw With caramelised ruby grapefruit
- Sugar-free Simplicious Christmas: Green counterbalance salad Powerhouse dressing