Comedian Sy Thomas, 36, from London, (left) created a profile as 'Simone, 28' (right) and was left horrified by the crude messages he claims to have received from strangers. Comments included, 'Do you like Harry Potter? If so you should open up your Chamber of Secrets and let my Basilisk Slytherin' (inset). He recorded a film of his experience in which he reads out his messages which has been seen 200,000 times on YouTube. ...read
Female racegoers turned Cheltenham Festival into a catwalk as they paraded extravagant outfits and eye-catching hats.
Female racegoers turned Cheltenham Festival into a catwalk as they paraded extravagant outfits and eye-catching hats.
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THIS WEEK WE'RE LOVING...
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British brand Henry London's collection of watches mix timeless tradition with a sense of chic style, resulting in beautifully classic timepieces that will help to add a sense of style to any ensemble. Available in a variety of shapes and sizes to suit even the most discerning watch wearer, our particular favorite is the Stratford (pictured, $240). The combination of the rose gold metal and bold teal face makes it stand out in all the right ways, and the bright coloring is perfect for the coming summer months.
If the catwalk shows at New York Fashion Week this season are anything to go by, furry jackets are going to be the must-have wardrobe staple in the coming months. Thankfully for anyone short on ideas about where to pick up a chic take on the fun-filled runway trend, fashion favorite Charlotte Simone has just released a line of chic - yet whimsical - fur-covered jackets, in a variety of styles and colors. Our favorite from the range is the uber chic biker bomber (£575), but we certainly wouldn't say no to adding a candyfloss crop or a classic fuzz to our wardrobes either.
What better way to embrace a new season than with a new handbag? And with spring (hopefully) just a few weeks away, now is the time to act upon your impulses and purchase that new purse that you just know you've been itching to lay your hands on - and your belongings in. And we are looking no further this season than Strathberry's stylish collection of classic handbag styles, namely this roomy tote (£475) in a beautiful burgundy shade, that is sure to suit every season, whatever the weather.
For when only the very best will do, the HTC One A9 makes an extra-special gift for your loved one. The sleek handset is crammed with brilliant features such as the latest Android Marshmallow operating system, a new super-fast multi-directional fingerprint scanner which means you can be pay ready on the night, and Sense 7 , which offers the ultimate in personalisation with intelligent software that allows you to alter the theme of your entire handset to suit your mood, allowing you to design the most personalised user experience for your other half. HTC One (A9) in Deep Garnet, from £29.99 per month. Available exclusively from Vodafone.co.uk
Thai Square Spa has moved from its Covent Garden home to a converted Victorian Turkish bath house on Northumberland Avenue. As well as offering authentic Thai treatments using their own brand product line, iMantara, pictured, the spa has a range of unique facilities such as Vichy Shower, Salt house therapy and an ice fountain. With its spacious chill out areas, it's perfect for a girls' day out.
Holland Street's latest `Casatai' collection of printed loungewear has serious swoon factor. The brand, created by Royal College of Art graduate Lauren Barfoot, uses only the finest, luxurious silk and each garment is handmade in Britain. The Marchesa kimono is the most feminine to date and has intricate floral and geometric circular print inspired by Italian heiress `Marchesa Luisa Casati'
If you're on a New Year's health kick, you'll love this lunch - an £8 box full of nutritional goodness curated to boost your mood. The box is packed with a delicious concoction of chargrilled corn, lemon marinated avocado, chilli and parmesan roasted sweet potato, roasted peppers and tomatoes, steamed kale, lemon and herb dressing and black rice and walnut dukkah, and a packet of PROPERCORN Smooth Peanut and Almond Popcorn, which is officially our new favourite snack.
If you desperately need a beauty appointment but it's too cold to leave the house, we've found the solution. Try Prettly's new, on-demand mobile beauty service. It offers highly trained therapists straight to your doorstep. Book treatments via the instant online booking service and have a professional beautician visit you wherever convenient. Choose from blowdries, manicures, pedicures, make-up and more. Treatments from £25, available in London, zones 1-3 only.
If you're still suffering with winter face, you need to get yourself down to a ProSkin clinic pronto. The team there are geniuses in facials and offer a range of treatments tailored to your exact needs that will leave you feeling pampered, groomed and glowing. Specialising in Tattoo Removal, Laser Hair treatment, Botox, 3d Lipo, Acne treatment and wrinkle reduction, ProSkin offer a range of aesthetic experiences at an accessible price mark.
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The Duke of Wellington's daughter Lady Charlotte celebrates her engagement to billionaire financier with lavish three-day party in Colombia
Lady Charlotte Wellesley, 23, who is descended from Queen Victoria, has celebrated her engagement to billionaire Alejandro Santo Domingo, 39, with a three-day party in historic Cartagena. New York based financier Alejandro is worth an estimated $3.9 billion (£2.8 billion) while Oxford graduate Lady Charlotte comes from one of the UK's oldest aristocratic families.
WHERE TO EAT THIS WEEK
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Ramen is easily accessed in London with dozens of Japanese eateries offering steaming bowlfuls of flavour ¿ the trouble is how to settle on one for a much needed pick-me-up/ heat-me-up. Well if diversity is what you¿re after then Kanada Ya is the place for you. What sets this authentic ramen bar apart from its siblings is the alternative concoctions bubbling away in the kitchen. Although they offer the ol¿ reliable and truly delicious pork ramen their new additions to the menu include a truffle ramen which takes rich and tasty to a whole new level with the addition of truffle paste. For those with a taste for fire their Gekikara features a spicy `tan tan¿ style minced pork adding a kick to the delicious bone broth. In addition they have just started selling Matcha whippies THE instagrammed dessert of 2015. So get down to Kanada-Ya experience and share!
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Chiltern Firehouse and Sexy Fish may be hogging the headlines but there's another London haunt quietly stealing their clientèle. Enter M Victoria: the brainchild of Martin Williams, former MD of Gaucho, who has curated a stellar team including sommelier Zack Charilou and Executive Chef Michael Reid, previously of Le Gavroche. Offering arguably the best steak in town, M Victoria looks set to become a playground for the rich and famous. There's also a raw bar for sushi lovers (perfect for date night), a huge bar offering delicious cocktails and the pièce de résistance: a private members' club at the back of the venue, which offers guests their own alcohol locker. Oh, and there's a wine shop upstairs with an area for tasting (bring your clients here). Mr Williams really did think of it all. Beat the crowds and book in now.
If there is one thing London is not short of its curry houses with hundreds of spicy offerings peppering the capital. What it is short of is one that can match Bombay Brasserie. Adjacent to Gloucester Road station the luxurious Indian offers far more than your traditional Korma.Rather than relying on a selection of my go-to dishes I found myself spoiled for choice with an exotic menu brimming with things I simply had to try. With the assistance of Chef Prahlad Hedge I was taken through a tasting menu of the most delicious Indian I have ever eaten. The Palak patta chaat a fried spinach dish silenced my usual carnivorous pallet and the Ambi soft shell crab was near impossible to share with my co-diner. For a main the Kasundi monkfish makes a flavourful departure for those who steer clear of fiery dishes. With its opulent setting reminiscent of Wes Anderson¿s Dargeeling Limited it is a truly magnificent place to dine. I urge you to go.
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Head to The London Cabaret Club for a dining experience like no other, artfully executed to push culinary boundaries with an elegantly prepared menu of Britain¿s most beloved dishes, seamlessly fused with the Club's iconic performances. Now settled in their new home at The Bloomsbury Ballroom, there's an updated lineup of new acts, dazzling costumes and a unique gourmet 3-course menu. Book for between November 27 and December 19 (Fridays and Saturdays) for their 1920s Christmas dinner and show. From £75 per person.
The Botanist in Trinity Leeds offers a wondrous concoction of botanical cocktails, craft beers and ales, Champagne and wine. A sublime social spot like not other, you also get live music and gourmet food inspired by European delis, rotisserie and BBQ.
Tibits is a vegetarian and vegan restaurant offering up a guilt free, comprehensive menu that changes daily, with dishes inspired from the Mediterranean through to Asia, all produced with largely organic and all GM-free ingredients. Check out any of their seven branches in London and Switzerland - or you can recreate eighty of their most coveted and mouth-watering recipes at home with their new book co-written with Rolf Hiltl, Vegan Love Story.
If you¿re heading to Le Menar I would suggest taking your appetite and more importantly a plus one or maybe even a two or three. Glancing at the extensive menu you¿ll be hard pressed to place your order at the cosy North African restaurant in the heart of Fitzrovia. Eager to try as much as possible I order about seven courses and to my horror they are all absolutely delicious. The Spiced Lamb Rack (lamb cutlets) might be the best I have ever had and the side of Smoked Aubergiene Moutabal is honestly heavenly. Other favourites included the scallops that were so fresh I could well have been sampling them from the fishing boat, from which they were caught. The chef Vernon, was a delight and is happy to provide recommendations for the evening if you are unsure. And best of all he wasn¿t the least bit judgmental that my guest and I managed to devour all seven courses¿
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It is not uncommon to expect small portions at a fancy restaurant, however at this one you¿re allowed to order more than one! The Providores in trendy Marylebone is perfect for those of us who just can¿t decide. Their extensive menu features miniature takes on classic dishes with the aim being to choose three mini meals. It is all a bit disorientating to begin with but you needn¿t worry - the friendly staff are right on hand to explain all. I decided on a freekeh salad, followed by a blue cheese soufflé and the restaurant¿s signature dish the beef pesto. I was not disappointed, the beef was cooked to absolute perfection and the garlic dressing had a divine flavour that sat beautifully with the silky pesto. The only problem I can see with the Providores is everything is tasty and small enough for you to be gagging for more. It will certainly keep me coming back with my order of three beef pestos at the ready.
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London is saturated with restaurants offering top quality fish, but Beirut-born brand Salmontini just went and trumped them all. Nestled in swanky Belgravia, Jason Bassili's new haunt has made its way over from the Middle East - and we are welcoming it with open arms. Offering unparalleled luxury in the coziest of settings, the Pont street eatery is the perfect date night setting. Possibly the most sumptuous sushi currently on offer in the capital, the team are putting their own spin on the classics. Menu highlights include 35 days aged Rib-eye steak served with Dauphinoise potatoes and wild mushrooms, Crispy California Maki with crunchy tempura crumbs and a Salmon Kaware drizzled with black truffle oil.
The Savoy's riverside restaurant Kaspar's appoints new executive chef Holger Jackish. His new direction centres on British seasonal food and locally source seafood; beautifully prepared and elegantly presented. The perfect spot for relaxed lunches, and early evening drinks and bites, Kaspar's all-day offering also features succulent meats from the grill alongside lighter bites and cured fish platters at the seafood bar.
Spring is in the air and it¿s bringing the freshest new flavours to the belt as YO! Sushi unveils a major shakeup of its authentic Japanese menu. From Japanese Seabass Ceviche to Yuzu Cured Salmon, the new dishes celebrate the joy of Japanese cuisine at its best. YO! Sushi also becomes one of the few UK restaurants to offer a most delicious delicacy - Albacore Tuna - which will excite fans in the forms of either Tuna Tataki or Nigiri with Truffle Ponzu. To really put a spring in your step, the latest superfood ¿ seaweed ¿ is in abundance on the belt and Miso Dumpling Ramen and Beef Curry Ramen join the ranks of the super popular ramen dishes on offer.
Set in the heart of Marylebone, 108 Brasserie has been about for a while but an exciting new menu and a trendy bar scene has attracted a new clientele as well as maintaining its already incredibly loyal fans. The evening menu is made up of simple yet British foods and there is probably at least one thing that you are yet to try, coming as a sigh of relief in the city where most people can recite the menus of their favourite restaurants. I sampled, with some interpretation, the crispy pig cheeks and they were the perfect balance of exciting and moreish new flavours. The Octopus Carpaccio is also worth a recommendation not only for its impressive freshness but also for the pure beauty exuded on your plate. It may sound far from fast food but the service couldn¿t be more efficient. In fact when the desserts took more than five minutes to arrive I was met by an almighty apology and two glasses of whisky. I am becoming ever so much more patient.
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- Ladies let loose: Racegoers can’t hide their excitement at Cheltenham Festival after elegant day of fur, frills and frocks
- Mary Berry's Easter Feast show leaves viewers in floods of tears after she takes grandchildren to visit her son's grave
- Mother-of five spends $500,000 on surgery to look like Barbie - including 28H breasts - and says she won't stop until she's 70
- Suicide, a stand-off with a stalker and revelations of incest - but disappointed viewers say the Happy Valley finale wasn't BRUTAL enough
- Single man who posed as a woman in online dating experiment is left shocked when he gets 400 messages in three days (and most are absolute filth)
- 'I love every curve!' Size 8 TV anchor who nearly died after losing two of her premature triplets hits out at trolls who criticized her 'average looks' and 'lumpy' body
- Hilaria Baldwin stays fit and active during her third pregnancy with an at-home yoga session - before mischievous two-year-old Raphael interrupts to demand a hug
- Smothered in a veil of lace and beads, Ultra Orthodox Jewish bride is led by a ribbon to her wedding as thousands of men watch
- Stars with a filthy secret: They make money promoting healthy living. But, strike a light, look what these pictures show
- Those are some glamorous genes! Meet Jackie Kennedy's lookalike granddaughter, 27, who is forging a career as a comedian with the launch of her satirical web series
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- From Mountain Dew shower heads to duct- taped airplanes: Social media users reveal their most creative and - in some cases downright dangerous - DIY fixes
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- Kendall Jenner says she hasn't worked out once since walking in the Victoria's Secret show FOUR MONTHS ago as she claims she eats 's**t all the time'
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CELEBRITY STYLE WATCH...CLEMENCE POSEYFrench actress Clemence Posey looked Parisian chic in Breton outside the Burberry catwalk at London Fashion Week. She added some British flair with a classic Burberry trench. Here we show you how to emulate her style for a fraction of the price...
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SHAPE UP: The latest fitness news and products
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- Buy MARATHON TRAINERS
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- Buy HALO HEADBANDS
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If you want to start running to get fit in 2016 and don't know where to start, then buy a copy of Run Yourself Fit, out now published by Summersdale. The book is written by former editor of Women's Running magazine Christina Macdonald, who practises what she preaches having completed a number of races from 5k to marathon distance. The beginner-friendly tome has training plans, tips and advice on how to avoid injury. RRP £6.99
adidas has teamed up with female athletes from around the world to deliver PureBOOST X, a running shoe created for women, by women. The sleek, form fitting shoe has a petite, adaptive silhouette, wraps the foot in style and rests it on a full length bed of thousands of energy infused BOOST foam capsules. It's available at adidas.co.uk and in stores, RRP £90, as well as adidas by Stella McCartney design, RRP £150.
Ignite is a new ebook from fitness expert Julia Buckley, the author of the bestselling, The Fat Burn Revolution. The series of six 30-minute workouts claim to deliver astonishing fat loss and fitness gains after just four weeks. Best of all, you don't need to join a gym as you can do all the workouts in the comfort of your own home.
The Winter 2015 Hats Collection from BUFF is perfect for fitness enthusiasts, and those in need of extra warmth during the winter months. The range of stylish performance hats includes five design categories to help you brave the elements in style and optimum performance.
Autumn is here but the incoming wet weather doesn't mean you have to give up running on your favourite off-road routes. Pull on a pair of adidas new trail shoes - which includes their Boost technology - and you'll have a comfortable ride with super grip. The adidas adizero XT Trail BOOST has a fitted sock for extra ankle stability on uneven surfaces and has a protective toe area and outsole made of Continental¿ rubber. The fit can come up small so we recommend going a size, or half a size, up than your usual one. adidas adizero XT Trail BOOST RRP £105 available from adidas.com
The women's Brodiaea Jacket is a waterproof, mid-length Mac. It's got all the technical stuff you need to see you through the colder months, a Hydrafort outer, taped seams and a super soft Sherpa fleece lining. Now £44, from Regatta
A new high intensity, interval training class in London will change the way you work out. Maximise your exercise and head underground in the City, just by Bank, to the red-lit bunker where you can burn up to 1,000 calories in an hour. Project Fit combines intense treadmill HIIT with free weights and resistance for a unique group workout experience. Created by personal trainer Joel Hilton and Ben Staines.
Monitor your vital statistics and help improve your health with Tanita and their range of body composition monitors. Tanita's BIA technology measures BMI, body fat percentage, muscle mass, visceral fat levels, hydration levels, weight, and BMR (amount of calories your body burns at rest). Tanita BC-731 from £49.99
Bloom into your highest potential with the Dailygreatness Yoga Journal. The pages will guide you in creating an empowering daily routine through the 8 daily steps of meditation, yoga, intentions, journaling, gratitude, inspired action, self-inquiry and inspiration. The weekly and quarterly check-ins keep you committed, conscious and motivated.
Dailygreatness Yoga Journal (Limited 'Bloom' Edition) £34.95, dailygreatness.co
The perfect women's lightweight windproof jacket for summer runs in the rain. Packs down small enough to put in your back pocket and weighs less than your phone. Shelium Lightweight Jacket, £49, from Howies
UNDER ARMOUR If you haven't yet heard of the sports brand Under Armour then you soon will. The company are already huge in America and now sponsor British tennis champ Andy Murray. The company built their reputation on their lightweight T-shirts that adept at wicking away sweat. FEMAIL took the purple version, pictured, for a test run and were impressed by the feel and performance of the product. RRP is £24.99, available at £14.99 from Sportsshoes.com
LES MILLS GRIT Strength is a 30-minute HIIT class designed to improve strength and build lean muscle. This workout uses barbell, weight plate and body weight exercises to blast all major muscle groups. LES MILLS GRIT Strength takes cutting edge HIIT and combines it with powerful music and inspirational coaches who will be down on the floor with you, motivating you to go harder to get fit, fast.
This stylish sportsbra is supportive enough for the treadmill and comfortable enough for day-to-day wear. It will quickly become your go-to bra for a run or under your favorite tank.
Boom Bra in Pink, £55 from BoomBoom Athletica
THERAPEARL, is a new doctor developed cool pack that provides an easy, no mess way to ice a sports injury to reduce pain. Store the pack in your freezer and apply when necessary to inflamed areas. Available from Boots for £5.99.
Whole Earth Peanut Butter and celebrity personal trainers, Jackie and Mark Wren, who worked with Davina McCall on her DVDs, have just launched a series of Whole Earth Wonder-Fuel Workouts. The free online videos comprise of high intensity workouts designed for all levels. Jackie demonstrates a lower-impact routine with Mark doing a more challenging version. Both are devised to get busy people visible results in just three months. You can also download the accompanying free workout calendar to keep on track.
Panache won sports bra brand of the year at the UK Lingerie Awards 2012 & 2013 with this bra. It doesn't just reduce bounce from your workout, it also adds a touch of style to it. Available from B-H cup. £38
Halo Headbands could be heaven sent as they promise to help you beat the sweat when working out this summer. The headbands have patented 'Sweat Block Technology' that redirects sweat to the sides of the head away from eyes so you can concentrate on running, racing, riding, training and competing. The headband can be worn alone or fits under hats and helmets. RRP £14.95 for the Halo II Headband(pictured)available in different colours.
Did you know this was a full body workout which helps you burn 40 per cent more calories than walking alone? Walk your way to improved health and fitness with Nordic Walking UK's leading expert, Gill Stewart, and the launch of The Complete Guide to Nordic Walking. This new step-by-step manual will enable anybody regardless of their age, fitness level or ability to learn the principles and techniques of this very sociable form of outdoor fitness. £17.95, nordicwalking.co.uk
Famed for their outdoor holidays in the UK's best walking areas, HF Holidays are now opening their doors to other sporty types. They believe their 19 country houses - located in National Parks and Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty such as the Lake District - make the perfect base from which runners, cyclists and other adventurers can train. Head of Operations Matthew Humphreys explains: 'HF Holidays is well known for providing reliable guided walking to thousands of walkers each year. Yet our Country Houses are situated in the most prefect scenic settings just made for all kinds of outdoor adventures. It's not just the location, our properties come equipped with drying rooms and boot rooms to dry your wet gear after a day in the outdoors, washing facilities for clothes, and some have Bike Sheds if you decide to bring your own bike. Our guests can enjoy full board accommodation.' Visit www.hfholidays.co.uk for the latest offers.
Elle Sport have launched a new range of active clothing that's both stylish and practical. The Supernova collection features on-trend graphic prints and pastel shades to satisfy the fashion conscious exerciser. The lightweight, breathable material means it's not just for posing in the gym but can withstand a hard workout. For a summer run, we love the double layered running shorts, £32, and the control performance vest, £36, both pictured.
A fun statement crop top is perfect for yoga, and we love this one from Motel. Features cute bandeau shape and slim straps.
Motel Flic Bandeau Crop Top in Art School Black, £18, MotelRocks.com
Saucony celebrates 35 years at the London Marathon with the release of the limited edition London Kinvara 6. Open and breathable mesh ensures ventilated comfort while adjustments to the FlexFilm upper deliver an enhanced fit without adding weight. £105
IN GOOD HEALTH TODAY
- TURF WAR ON THE MATERNITY WARD: Laura Wood was confident about her home birth plan. But her baby didn't turn
- SALIVA'S VITAL ROLE: What your saliva reveals about you and your health
- SEPSIS SCANDAL: 1,500 children who have died from sepsis in 14 months
- ASK THE DOCTOR: A reader suffers a painful burning sensation in the foot
- DAVID BADDIEL: Comedian and author, 51, answers our health quiz
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Smothered in a veil of lace and beads, Ultra Orthodox Jewish bride is led by a ribbon to her wedding as thousands of men watch
A fascinating set of photographs taken of an Ultra Orthodox Jewish wedding in Netanya, Israel today show the intricacies of the traditional ceremony including a male-only dance performed for the bride, with female guests watching from behind a thin veil curtain. The wedding of the grandson of the Rabbi of the Tzanz Hasidic dynasty attracted thousands of well-wishers. (Pictured from left: A veiled bride prepares to watch male wedding dancers perform. Right, thousands of people attended the ceremony)
BEAUTY FAVOURITES
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As winter finally draws to an end, the days become longer and the nights become brighter, what better way to celebrate the arrival of spring than with a new fresh and floral fragrance? Thankfully high-end knitwear brand Wildfox has you covered with its debut scent, a beautiful blend of sweet and whimsical fragrance that includes notes of jasmine essence, dewy honeysuckle, white camellia, absinthe mist and apricot blush. Created in collaboration with Elizabeth Arden, it is inspired by 'the Wildfox girl who dances to her own beat'.
In world-first, Antheia is an express fake tan remover that removes orange, streaky tans with a simple spray and wipe formula.
WUNDER2'S new foundation is a breakthrough: water-proof and transfer-proof. CoverProof features a revolutionary Tri-Plex 24hour-plus, long-wear formula that works on three interconnecting levels to deliver a flawless finish that's comfortable and nourishing for the skin. £24.95
Just in time for Christmas, beauty box subscription service Glossybox has released a limited edition deluxe box full of an incredible array of high-end products. Released on November 15, the box comes complete with every beauty bit you will need to see you through the festive season.
New to Unite's iconic 7SECONDS range is this shampoo ($33) and conditioner ($35) duo. Offering powerful, all-day moisture and enviable shine, the products also promise to ensure long-lasting protection against heat and environmental aggressors.
Moschino's latest Fresh fragrance might just be its most fun-filled. Encased in a quirky bottle which looks just like your average cleaning product, the scent itself is anything but ordinary. A beautiful blend of mandarin, bergamot, ylang ylang, raspberry, peony, osmanthus, woods, patchouli and ambrox makes for an enticing scent that will linger for hours after application.
Aesop's Rind Concentrate Body Balm is no fable. The after-shower balm smells delightful and will bring dry skin back to life in no time. £69 500ml.
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Those who are unfamiliar with Kiehl's Superbly Restorative Dry Oil get ready to make it part of your winter beauty routine. Use it as a treatment for dry hair or sooth winter chafing. £37.50, Selfridges
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Benefit¿s Air Patrol is one of those miracle products that actually works. The eyeshadow primer has kept the FEMAIL desk¿s eyeshadow smudge free even during the most stressful of work days! £21.50 Benefit
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With damp weather bringing with it the dreaded winter frizz many of us will be turning to our straighteners this winter. To avoid damaged hair perk it up once a week with the Rosemary & Cedarwood hair treatment from Neal's Yard. £6.50
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Dr Bronner¿s pure castile soap is rightly dubbed magic soap. It has a myriad of uses from shampoo and face cleansing to floor cleaner and even tooth paste. We love the lavender scent, add a few drops to your bath for a relaxing soak. £8.50 ASOS
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Look to Scandinavia for your latest hair product obsession. We love the L:A Bruket Balsam Citrongräs conditioner with detangling properties leaving you with soft silky hair. £26.90
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Pixi's makeup melting wipes are FEMAIL's most coveted product of late. Removing makeup up with ease and with a goregeous scent it makes the job a real joy. £10 Pixi
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Psychic Sisters Hand-blend Love bath salts are made with the finest Organic Essential Oils, Himalayan & Dead Sea Salt & a hand selected Gemstone. Not only to they harbour healing properties but they leave skin feeling incredibly soft. £20
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From Mountain Dew shower heads to duct- taped airplanes: Social media users reveal their most creative and - in some cases downright dangerous - DIY fixes
When things break or don't work as planned, sometimes people, whether it be because of impatience or lack of time or money, resort to their own questionable ingenuity - with hilarious results. Busted shower head? Just poke some holes in a soda bottle (pictured top center). Prone to dropping your books in the bath? It's nothing a retractable dog's leash can't solve (pictured bottom center). Other ingenious and ridiculous ideas include using heavy-duty tape to repair a plane's wing (pictured bottom left), adding 'pow' graffiti to a car that had been dented (pictured bottom right) and even adding a clever photo of Jack Nicholson's character in The Shining to a crack on the wall to inject some humor into the DIY disaster (pictured top left).
FOOD, RECIPES & COOKING
SUPER SALMON recipes by Signe Johanson for the Norwegian Seafood Council, www.seafoodfromnorway.co.uk
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FOOD BITES: This week's wish list
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- ICE CREAM DREAM
- Buy BRIGHT FUTURE
- BUDGET WINES
- Buy SHARP SET
- Buy REAL JAMAICAN RUM
- Buy MUSHROOM MAGIC
- Buy BLUEBERRY DAY
- SPRING CORDIAL
- Buy BIG BUNNY
- Buy FINE WINE
- Buy JUICE TIME
- Buy CAKE CUPPA
- PERFECT MATCH
- Buy COOL WHITE
- SPICE UP YOUR DRINK
- FLAVOURED CROISSANT
- Buy PECULIAR POPS
- VALUE FINE WINE
- Buy CHOC SAUSAGE
- SUPER SHLOER
- Buy COCONUT BREEZE
- Buy COMPTOIR COOKING
- ICE CREAM DREAM
- Buy BRIGHT FUTURE
Did you get tickets to the inaugural Vegan Futures festival happening this Saturday, 7th November? If so, we'll see you at The Trampery in Shoreditch, Hackney, listening to the best plant-based thinkers and innovators including the founders of the delectable Wild Food Cafe. The future's green.
An ideal gift for a domestic god or goddess. Razor-sharp steel blades, ultra non-stick ceramic coating and a protective cover for each knife.
Set of 3 Ceracraft Non-Stick Ceramic Coated Knives, £14.99, JML
Appleton Estate Jamaica Rum launches a new product range and the #FromJamaicaWithLove campaign this month. Appleton Estate Signature Blend is the new name for Appleton Estate V/X; the original Appleton Estate rum. It's a full-bodied, medium-sweet rum; a delicious blend of 15 aged rums with a warm honey colour, a lush fruity aroma and a rich taste. It is for everyone, making just an average day feel special.
From drinking mushroom tea, eating dried mushrooms or taking a supplement, mushrooms - with their endless health and wellbeing benefits - are the hottest new foodie trend. Hifas da Terra's specialised supplement MicoSalud range has been developed to boost the immune system, target IBS, immunity and cholesterol. The Mico-Rei supplement pictured is said to help with anti-ageing the skin at a cellular level. Hifas da Terra Mico-Rei, £55.50, exclusive to Harrods.
BerryWorld announces the launch of National Blueberry Day on August 13, established to promote blueberries. To celebrate, try these blueberry, oat and pecan pancakes. Light, fluffy and oozing with the goodness of blueberries, these pancakes make a perfect breakfast treat. They are quick to make and the oats and pecans help sustain you through a busy morning. Follow the link for the full recipe.
The Lindt Gold Bunny is an Easter must-have but could you consume a 1kg version? Guaranteed to make a big impression, the giant milk chocolate Lindt Gold Bunny costs £39.99 and is so large it needs its own carrier case!
D&D; Wine is an online shop with a difference. Run by a team of sommeliers from restaurant group D&D;, some of whom have won the industry's highest awards for their lists. This all-round red will impress at any dinner party. Byron; Pinot Noir, Santa Barbara County, 2012 - £16.25
Dedicated to natural cleansing by way of delicious, organic and healing juices, 42 Juice is created by a hot young female duo in Brighton. The cold-pressed juices are said to minimise toxins and maximise nutrients so that the digestive process is eased and energy is able to be sent to other areas of the body, helping to heal, protect and boost cells from the inside out. Book a Cleanse (or opt for a Juice Box if you want to boost the immune system but don't want to commit to anything too hardcore) and these saintly yet tasty juices will be delivered straight to your door. Or if you find yourself in Brighton, visit 42 Juice's super-chic bar there.
If you're having a dry January then you might find it hard to resist the Corder Cool Climate Sauvignon Blanc from Cape London. But fear not, you can keep your New Year resolution to avoid the booze by letting it mature for at least four years. If you can't wait that long, enjoy it now for the subtle, clean and fresh flavour that complements chicken and salads. £11.99 from www.capelondon.co.uk
This Autumn sees the launch of PAUL's Limited Edition croissant range. Enjoy the authentic and buttery homemade French treat filled with fresh and flavoursome fillings and topped with a choice of flaked almonds, hazelnuts, pistachio and raspberries. Highlights include the Croissant Framboise, bursting with raspberries and frangipane cream. Other options include Praline, Pistachio and Almond, priced at £1.95 each.
Beetroot might not sound an obvious choice of baking ingredient but in the capable hands of Soho bakery Foxcroft & Ginger, the humble vegetable has been transformed into a key part of their new chocolate cake pops. Made using Fairtrade chocolate, the sweet treats are deliciously moist and ridiculously moreish. Youll never look at beetroot in the same way again! £2.50, Foxcroft & Ginger
Château Lagrange is going into Lidl stores on November 27 as part of a new 36 wine collection. It's the most expensive wine the budget retailer has ever sold, and it comes from an estate well known to claret lovers. The elegant, flavoursome wine provides satisfying drinking earlier than other Grands Crus Classés and will stay at a delicious level for several years to come. Who knew Lidl did so upmarket? £39.99
Carpo Chocolate Tubes are heaven shaped like a sausage. The dark ones contain 55 per cent cocoa and are dairy free and suitable for vegans and chocoholics. This Dark Chocolate Tube with Almond Croquant is our favourite. Carpo London is the first store abroad of Greek family company Carpo Hellas, specialists in premium nuts, dried fruits, chocolate, honey and coffee - basically all the indulgences in life. Visit the store on 16 Piccadilly street, buy online at http://www.carpolondon.co.uk/contact/ or call Carpo on 0207 287 7233.
Rum is our guilty pleasure but we're not always mad keen on the pirate stereotype that comes with it. Enter Koko Kanu. The crystal clear rum has a subtle coconut taste and a wonderfully smooth and velvety texture and best of all it has really pretty packaging so you can avoid any Long John Silver jokes! RRP £19.99
Tony Kitous has had the whole of London flocking to Comptoir for his Lebanese cuisine for over a decade and it can often be a struggle to get a table. But now fans of his food can enjoy it from the comfort of their own home as Comptoir has released its second cookbook, Comptoir Libanais Express. Tony brings you 80 new simple but delicious express recipes, perfect for pulling together fast after work, or for a quick but impressive feast for guests. £20, Random House