Isabella Barrett, 10, from Rhode Island, is a self-made multi-millionaire who became famous after starring in TLC's Toddlers and Tiaras at the age of six (right). Now she juggles three fashion companies and school and is featured in Channel 4's new series How'd You Get So Rich? where she chats to presenter Katherine Ryan (inset) about her success. ...read
Six months pregnant and carrying twins, elegant Amal Clooney could be forgiven for choosing comfort over fashion.
Six months pregnant and carrying twins, elegant Amal Clooney could be forgiven for choosing comfort over fashion.
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Famed for his nostalgic Disney designs, menswear designer Bobby Abley has provided the perfect throw back fashion once again with his latest collection. His Power Rangers line will have you harping back to a simpler time when arguing about who got to play which ranger was your biggest concern. But while the inspiration may be childish the execution of Ableys designs are fashion forward. So whether youre a pink or a blue ranger grab his iconic new 'it' sweaters exclusively at Selfridges.
The Bloomsbury Set from Jo Malone celebrates the unconventional life of the iconic Bloomsbury Group through the creation of five brand new Jo Malone London colognes - including Blue Hyacinth and Tobacco & Mandarin. Each 30ml Cologne RRP £46
Bills is serving up a new Good Food Fast section with delicious new dishes that will be served super speedily. Ideal for those en route to the theatre or home after drinks with friends, the new express menu allows you to grab a satisfying dinner on the go without compromising that restaurant experience. Dishes on the speedy menu include Mussels with Cider Cream and fries (£11.95), Chicken Paillard with mixed salad and black olives (£9.50), Grilled Halloumi Salad with chargrilled peppers, courgette, smoky tomato and pesto toast (£11.95), Chicken Caesar Salad with poached egg (£10.95) and Ricotta, Red Pepper and Cheddar Tart (£9.95).
Much-loved celebrity beach brand Boardies Apparel has launched a line for ladies. Bikinis are set to follow but for now there are snazzy shorts on offer fashioned out of quick dry fabric. To make heads turn on the sea shore there are a range of sunny prints to choose from. Tropicano print and a splash of polka dot are sure to get you in the holiday spirit. Sizes are availble in S, M and L with prices starting from £39.
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With restorative yoga forecasted as a big trend for the New Year, Virgin Active has introduced a brand new yoga programme. One of the classes launched in the run up to 2017 includes Calm by Candlelight, designed to reduce stress and focus the mind. Each 60-minute session takes place in a candlelit studio with emphasis placed on very long holds and breathing techniques. Other classes to try out are the Anti-Gravity Suspension courses which will see you strike poses while hanging upsidedown. If youre a music fan the Yogabeat sessions might be just for you. Virgin Active membership rates vary depending on location.
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USPAAH is an on-demand mobile spa app bringing qualified beauty and wellness professionals to clients within an hour of booking. The idea was born out of founder Iglika Ghouse's own need to fit treatments into her busy schedule. Iglika was working as an investment banker in the city of London for over ten years and always struggled to find last-minute bookings or good quality, reliable providers of services at home. She assembled a team, and set out to create USPAAH to make it easier for busy people to treat themselves. By disrupting the traditional spa model, the app is giving men and women something theyre increasingly short on - time.
If you have problem skin and want to conceal your blemishes without clogging your pores and making matters worse, snap up Oxygenetix Oxygenating Foundation. Loved by countless celebrities and make-up artists around the world, this is the most breathable foundation on the market, allowing oxygen to reach the skin, but still providing the most amazing coverage.
Our go-to hair salon, Hershesons, are introducing a genius new hair cut that makes fine hair look instantly fuller and naturally thicker; and who wouldn't want that? The brand recognised for setting the hair trends have eschewed conventional fine hair styling rules - opting instead to design a haircut that looks relevant right now, is easy to style, easy to maintain and has built-in volume. If that wasn't enough, they're also launching The Antibob - a cool new shape and hair texture that doesn't need styling. Check out the website for more information.
FOREO ISSA's combination of Sonic Pulse Technology and unique silicone design helps clean and whiten your teeth like never before. The ISSA electric toothbrush has an all silicone brush that gently cleans your teeth and gums, while the ISSA Hybrid's combination of silicone and PBT polymer brush is stronger on plaque and still gentle on your gums. £149.
Whitworths Full of Super range New superfood range from Whitworths, Full of Super. Enjoy Cayenne Chilli or Garlic and Herb Flaxseed Crisps, Vanilla or Cacao Maca-roons and Cacao or Coconut Raw Bars crammed with 'super' ingredients and offering a tastier, healthier and more nutritious way to snack. RRP £1.49 from major supermarkets
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It's the fourth and final day of Crufts and the working and pastoral dogs have been leading the way into Birmingham's NEC Arena. Hundreds of pampered pooches arrived on the dreary day wrapped up to protect themselves from the weather - with one pooch channelling his wild side in a leopard-print onesie. They'll all be hoping to have a shot at the Best In Show title, which will be awarded to one very lucky dog tonight.
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WHERE TO EAT THIS WEEK
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If you're headed to the O2 Arena or find yourself per chance in North Greenwich, check out Craft. Boasting 360 degree views of the Thames-side area, this restaurant oozes retro-cool. The menu offers a concise selection of salivating treats, from lamb belly to chunky red mullet. There is an emphasis on locally-sourced produced, with seasonal ingredients used in all dishes. The cocktails are also a must, with a fine whisky selection to boot. Craft is a project by British chef Stevie Parle with famed interior designer Tom Dixon. Along with the restaurant there is a café, cocktail bar and shop.
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'Who is this mysterious Janice?' I wondered as my friend and I sat down for a very early bottomless brunch at Ask for Janice, in Farringdon, London. The restaurant has just started boozy brunches on a Saturday, where you pay £35 for three plates each and unlimited cocktails. For most, 10.30am may be too early to start hitting the booze - but not for us. The Buck's Fizz was light on the alcohol and high on juice, which to be honest is just as well for that early in the morning. And the Salty Dog - a mix of gin and grapefruit juice - was a perfect hangover cure. Onto breakfast: everything on the menu is a high end spin on traditional brunch classics. I recommend the smoky baked beans on toast (nothing like Heinz) and the moreish bubble and squeak rosti with a creamy hollandaise enriched with HP sauce. The portions are plentiful and you'll leave stuffed and ever so slightly tipsy. But I'm still not sure who Janice is.
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To celebrate Pancake Day this year, Londons Mac & Wild have stuck to their roots and created a very special Scottish delicacy, a battered Mars bar pancake. This pancake will be perfect Shrove Tuesday treat and will have you shouting och aye from the rooftops. The delicious dish will consist of a crépe filled with luxurious chocolate ganache and gooey caramel. The pancake will then be battered and deep-fried. One bite and youll be flipping well hooked!
In times of political turmoil, society tends to look backwards, rather than to the future. The London bar scene has cottoned on to the fact we're all yearning for the past because as soon as you step into Bobby Fitzpatrick, which has just opened in West Hampstead, you're swept off your feet to the 1970s, complete with shag pile carpet and dodgy wallpaper. Cushy armchairs that wouldn't look out of place in your nan's front room adorn the downstairs bar. It's just on the right side of seedy. On press night, the place is thriving. I feel like I've travelled back in time to one of the coolest parties in town. The cocktails are all sugary sweet, but I enjoy the slushy pina colada. The food circulating the room leaves the serving plates quickly but the few morsels I manage to grab - a garlic mushroom and a chicken nugget - are crispy, deep fried and tender. Escape the world outside by descending into the 70s with Bobby.
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To gamble is, by definition, to take a risk - but there's one spot that's risk free at Leicester Square's Hippodrome Casino and that's its restaurant: Heliot Steak House. Though some may be put off by the idea of dining in a place where sexy dancers perform downstairs and people lose thousands, the restaurant is set away from the noise and bright lights of the casino floor, while still affording you a view of the action below. As for the food, it comes close to faultless. Smoked salmon came in a cloche filled with smoke, the haggis (for we dined on Burns Night) was peppery, meaty and an excellent introduction to the traditional dish, and the steak was up there with the best I have eaten in London. Mains start at £11, steaks at £14.
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Whether or not a trip to the theatre is on the cards, a visit to Christopher's Covent Garden is a must. In opulent surroundings, you can expect to be greeted by delightfully professional and friendly staff - and the romantic ambience will light up any date night. The food is a treat for even the most discerning of diners. The wagyu beef is unforgettable, and the lobster macaroni and cheese adds a lavish twist to the tabletop staple - while the tuna tartare with guacamole starter is a mouth-watering way to kick off your meal. Also, the resident sommelier's taste is impeccable, so be sure to ask for his recommendation. Last word of advice, make sure to sample the delicious cocktails - the Nutella martini is not to be missed!
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Shelter from the wet weather and cold in Londons famed Venetian eatery, Polpo. The restaurant recently launched a new menu, which promises - as per usual - to satisfy your cravings for delicious Italian fare. Be sure to try the stuffed olives and the rabbit salad, washed down with the Cherry Manhattan or classic Negroni. On the dessert front, the Amaretto-infused affogato comes highly recommended. The Soho location has an upstairs and downstairs but weekends can get busy, so arrive early or book early to avoid disappointment. Polpo also has locations outside of London, with more branches set to open over the course of the year.
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Innovative sushi isn't always easy to find in London and if you're bored of a bog standard California roll, head to Murakami in Covent Garden, which has just had a re-launch. The setting is pared back but feels luxe enough for date night or dinner with clients and the service is second-to-none. As for the food, expect mouthwatering sushi rolls with a difference. We loved the Aburi Sushi (flame seared) and Oshi sushi (flame seared pressed); they were super fresh and light but exploded with flavour. The Rib Eye with shiitake and yuzu sweet soya sauce literally melts in the mouth and the puddings are delicious; be sure to sample to mochi.
Multi-award winning snack makers, PROPERCORN, have joined forces with culinary architects, Bompas & Parr, to bring their pursuit of flavour perfection to life, revealing the pop behind their packs. Journeying through the spice shelves, bitters and sweets of the flavour library, all who enter will experience the crescendo of the anechoic popping room, before tumbling their precious popcorn in the kitchen. Each person will sniff, spray and sprinkle their way to their own signature seasoning, before it is pinned to the wall of pop. This flavour experience from the masters of maize, continues in the popcorn museum, housing some of the oldest grains on the planet and concludes with a perfectly shaken popcorn cocktail at the colour bar. The Institute of Flavour pops up on 17th June, open to the public for 2 days. To get hold of tickets or create a flavour visit: www.instituteofflavour.com
Next door to, in my opinion, some of the best Italian available in the capital there would have to be something significantly special at The Ninth on Charlotte Street to tempt me away from my usual haunts. London based chef Jun Tanaka offers a mash up of French and Mediterranean cuisine- which I admit at first, I was a little flummoxed by. However, a great thing happened as I was handed the menu - I didn't know what to order. It wasn't that the menu was overcrowded but rather everything was causing me salivate. After much dithering I settled for rabbit confit lasagne which cannot be faulted, followed by roast quail, perfect in size and taste. The waiters will suggest that these are sharing dishes, which I have to say I struggled with (halving a roast quail is not the most elegant dinner etiquette). I would recommend choosing your own main which is all the better to enjoy the spoil-you-rotten food. My favourite Italian may have to step up its game.
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Unless you've been living under a rock, you'll know that The Nice Guy in Los Angeles is THE place to see and be seen. The latest offering from the h.wood Group is the city's answer to London's Chiltern Firehouse and with Justin Bieber, Taylor Swift and the Kardashians gracing the haunt night after night, it's easy to see why. But it's not just the plush Mafia-inspired decor, relaxed vibe and celebrity clientele that draws in the crowds, the food is something to write home about, too. The kitchen serves up good, hearty LA grub; think succulent burgers, juicy meatballs, the tastiest truffle fries and sweet apple crumble, which Gigi Hadid loves so much they named it after her. The delicious food is washed down by creative cocktails and the finest whiskies and the waiters really know their stuff. If you want to dine at LA's trendiest eatery, get on the waiting list ASAP and then be sure to get a snap in the in-house photobooth to prove you were there.
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.
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The Multitasker from MissFits Nutrition is the first perfectly portioned, lean-pea protein shake designed just for women. Presented in a nifty single sachet, it will help you feel stronger and recover faster after a workout. With four flavours to choose from, Chocolate, Vanilla, Berry and Coffee, there's a treat for every taste bud - with no added sugars. The superfood sachets are also packed with cacao powder, vanilla beans, fruit and coffee beans. Suitable for vegans, the shakes are gluten and GMO free. Prices start at £16 for 12.
Inject some sunshine into your next workout courtesy of these new leggings from Terez ($72), created in collaboration with photographer Debby Hymowitz. Famed for capturing images of some of the world's most beautiful and exotic locations, Debby offered two of her most well-known images to the workoutwear brand - a picture of palms from Flamands Beach in St. Barths, and an image of umbrellas in Positano.
Fashion blogger extraordinaire Danielle Bernstein of We Wore What lent her sensational sense of style to a workoutwear collaboration with Strut This, available exclusively at Bandier. And while all of the pieces are sure to wow your fellow gym-goers, it's this marble-print sports bra ($88) that has our heart all aflutter. Stylish and comfortable, it's a must-have for any and all fashionable fitness fans out there.
Ever wondered that to do with your old running trainers? Instead of throwing them in the bin or keeping them buried at the back of your closet, you can now recycle them thanks to Runners Need. The running store are inviting people to bring their old trainers in to their stores across the country from October 9th to be recycled. As an extra incentive, anyone bringing old trainers in before 9 November will get a £20 voucher to spend in store towards a new pair. Visit www.runnersneed.com/about-us/recyclemyrun.html for more info.
Structure, stability and suspension define this women's hiking boot, designed for all-around trail comfort while you head further past the horizon. It's reinforced at the heel and toe, and the high-traction, low-profile lugs let go of debris for lighter travel. KEEN WOMEN'S APHLEX WATERPROOF BOOT, £119.99
In this sassy dance class attendees, aka 'strutters', are taught a dance routine while wearing trainers. But once the routine has been mastered, they can slip on their high heels if they wish! There's some strut practice (the strut-off) and then the routine is performed in heels. It's designed to help women find their inner diva and embrace their femininity. Find out more about Strutology classes, launching soon, as well as how to become an InStrutter Trainer, on Zoe McNulty's website.
9BAR have introduced a new fruity flavour to their range of energy bars. Carob Hit Chia Berry combines sunflower, pumpkin, sesame, hemp and chia seed and the flavour of raspberry and a chocolate carob coating. It's high in fibre, vegan-friendly, gluten-free and made with no artificial colours or preservatives. RRP: £10.80 (16 x 50g
When it comes to choosing the perfect ensemble for your next sporting adventure, nothing could be more important than finding the ideal sports bra to provide you with ample support - while also adding a fashionable flair to your outfit. Enter Aerie's latest sports bra offering, a chic zipped number ($39.95) that will not only ensure total comfort, but also inject some extra style into your look. Snap (or zip!) it up quickly, and who knows, this chic addition to your workoutwear wardrobe may provide you with the extra boost of motivation you need to hit the gym...
While all the workouts in the world might not be able to help you achieve the enviable physique of a Victoria's Secret model - you can at the very least steal their sporty style courtesy of Pink's chic new range of sports bras ($24.95 each). Show off your figure to full effect in one of the flattering and colorful designs, all of which are sure to have you eagerly awaiting your next trip to the gym.
iFrogz Charisma are a brand new type of fitness headphone. They're wireless, bluetooth, sweat resistent, lightweight, and have been designed by female athletes to suit the needs of active women. They deliver solid bass and chiming highs for awesome sound. £29.99
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
Pumpkin Seed Protein Powder offers more organically certified vegetarian protein than hemp or soy, and has more than twice the protein content of raw pumpkin seeds. The nutrients help to support red blood cell production and the immune system, maintain healthy skin hair and nails, and repair cells which have become damaged through injury or exercise. Amazing! Pumpkin Seed Protein Powder costs £23.75 for 600g from greensforhealth.co.uk
Sportswear brand New Balance just opened its European flagship store on London's Oxford Street (near John Lewis) meaning we can all look amazing in the gym. Shop for your new workout outfit in the largest New Balance store in the world, which stocks the full range of products over three floors, including running, football, the uber-cool lifestyle ranges, women's tech training and even kids' shoes.
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.
A slick new gym in the City will make sure you stay on track with your progress - because if you don't, you may be suspended. You can sign up for their 12-week Metamorphosis Membership at Fe Fitness for a reduced rate of £960. As if you needed more motivation. In January, it goes up to £1,450.
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Ready for their close up? Bizarre pictures capture wannabe models posing with swords, guns and a DEAD FISH for utterly baffling photo shoots
These hilarious pictures from around the world capture men, women and children in a series of hilarious, provocative and downright baffling poses as they push the boundaries on camera. While props can bring a little something to photo shoots, it is unclear what these would-be models were aiming for with their swords, guns and parrots. Nudity also seemed to be the order of the day for many, with a number of women stripping off as they smiled and pouted for the camera.
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SMARTBOND is L'Oréal Professionnel's new smart ingredient added to hair colour to minimise potential damage. The additive is 'better than Olaplex' and protect bonds deep within the hair and strengthens them during colouring and lightening processes. This makes hair stronger, touchably softer, and shinier. The new two-step process is used by Donald Black at Neville's hair salon in London.
Fashion label Rag & Bone has branched out into beauty with the launch of its first range of fine fragrances. The eight-strong collection, which features a series of beautiful scents, are available as individual fragrances ($140 each), or all together in a sample library ($95) - the perfect pick for anyone who simply can't make up their minds. From floral Neroli to deep and musky Amber, there is certain to be at least one scent to suit even the most discerning of fragrance lovers.
A new barber and blow dry service launches at 1Rebel, St Mary Axe, London, allowing fitness fans to leave the gym with awesome hair. 1Rebel are know for revolutionising London's fitness scene since their launch in 2015. With centrally located studios, their latest innovation is based at 1Rebel's flagship studio, St Mary Axe. Partnering with Barber + Blow to bring gym-goers a unique concept, they can now have a quick, luxury blow-dry or gentleman's cut after working out (and showering!). Barber + Blow, from £10 for a beard trim, or £15 for a braid.
If you don't want the gift-giving of Christmas to end, check out the chic Parisian subscription service MyLittleBox.co.uk. The company, set up by stylish French blogger Fany Péchiodat, delivers a gorgeous package of two lifestyle items, from a mix of boutique and luxury brands, and one exclusive and full-size beauty product from the Parisian brand's lusted after cosmetics range, My Little Beauty. The subscription box £14.95 a month and makes getting mail fun again.
This little luxury set features shea butter hand cream, refining hand scrub and a cuticle and nail cream. It's perfect for a relaxation boost if you want to treat yourself. William Morris Hand Care Treats, £15.95, Joe Browns
The Dr Rakus Organic Natural Lip Plumper is designed to work with or without lip fillers to give lips a fuller appearance. It is paraben-free and made entirely from natural and organic ingredients including capsicum to increase blood flow and enhance the Cupid's Bow and volume, Vitamin A to increase cell turnover, Vitamin B to reduce the appearance of fine lines and Vitamin E to keep lips hydrated - plus so much more.
Dr. Levy's amazing new synergistic cleanser helps to progressively eliminate dullness from the outer cell layer. It encourages renewal of deeper, healthier cells and facilitates a deeper penetration of the youth-enhancing so-called ArganCellActiv ingredients. Thanks to its unique creamy texture, 3DEEPTM further helps to fortify the natural moisture barrier of the skin, leaving the skin silky and soft. The new 3DEEPTM Cell Renewal Micro-Resurfacing Cleanser costs £39 for 150ml. Head to drlevyswitzerland.com
With the colder months in full swing, it's only a matter of time before the chilly weather starts to take its toll on your complexion. Thankfully, however, help is at hand. Enter the Amway Artistry Supreme LX Regenerating Cream ($365), an incredibly rich and luxurious anti-aging product that promises to regenerate and plump the skin, leaving it smooth, soft and healthy, whatever the weather. Plus, the rich formula will nourish the complexion and protect it against the elements.
In world-first, Antheia is an express fake tan remover that removes orange, streaky tans with a simple spray and wipe formula.
With Mother's Day just around the corner, the hunt is on for the perfect - and most unique - gift to give your mom. But while flowers and candy might be nice, we suggest you look no further than this fabulous fragrance by Odin. Inspired by the romance of exotic destinations and long-forgotten places, Odin New York¿s Black Line No. 12 scent ($165), which draws on the rich landscapes of India, features a spicy mix of black pepper, rare Lacha saffron, warm nutmeg and carnation flower, which is intended to evoke images rich in color and beauty. The unisex scent also contains middle notes of suede accord, which is mixed with bottom notes of patchouli, sandalwood and musk to create a long-lasting earthy base. The deep scent is sure to make this Mother's Day one she will never forget.
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.
Unsure of what to buy your mom this Mother's Day - but want something that you know she will never forget? Why not forget the more traditional treats and opt for something that will help her to enjoy the day even more? That's where the New York-based Julien Farel Restore Salon and Spa at the Loews Regency Hotel on Park Avenue comes in. With several pampering packages designed especially for mother's of all ages - from moms-to-be to moms with teenage children - there is something on offer to suit even the most hard-to-please of parents, be it a massage, manicure, make-up or even all three. And, best of all, there are plenty of opportunities for the kids to get in on the pampering session too - making Mother's Day all the more enjoyable for everyone involved, not just mom!
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.
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
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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Size 22 Tess Holliday poses NUDE and make-up-free for provocative video series aimed at 'destroying the power of objectification'objectification'
The 31-year-old posed for photographer Scott Nathan's 'Confessional' series, which features 100 different women, all shot in black and white. Each of the subjects of the series was given one instruction: 'Listen to the music and don't take your eyes off the center off the lens'. Tess proudly shared the video on her Instagram account, saying she was 'honored' to have been asked to take part in the series.
Can YOU see what's hiding in the jungle? Colourful brainteaser challenges players to find the coffee beans in the foliage
Going round the twist! Contortionist becomes online hit after she is filmed sitting on her own HEAD during mind-boggling performance at a New York burlesque club
Video footage, that has been viewed over 120,000 times, shows Allison Schieler, pictured, performing on a rotating podium. The 23-year-old from Queens, New York, learnt how to perform the tick as a child. The pose, called 'head sitting', involves arching the back and resting the buttocks on top of the head.
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 SINGING CAFE
- Buy BLENDED WINES
- Buy £15 CHATEAUBRIAND
- Buy VEGAN BACON
- Buy NEW MEXICO
- Buy ARTISAN TEQUILA
- Buy GIN TWISTS
- Buy CABANA KICK SAUCE
- Buy MATCHA GREEN TEA
- Buy MUSHROOM MAGIC
- Buy BLACK RICE
- SPRING CORDIAL
- Buy BIG BUNNY
- Buy FINE WINE
- Buy CHAMPERS FOR ALL
- Buy JUICE TIME
- Buy CAKE CUPPA
- PERFECT MATCH
- Buy COOL WHITE
- SPICE UP YOUR DRINK
- FLAVOURED CROISSANT
- Buy PECULIAR POPS
- Buy CHOC SAUSAGE
- VALUE FINE WINE
- SUPER SHLOER
- Buy COCONUT BREEZE
- Buy COMPTOIR COOKING
- ICE CREAM DREAM
- Buy SINGING CAFE
Morrisons have launched a new range of blended wines called Workshop. The range includes a blended Chardonnay to pair with roast chicken or salmon; a blended Viognier; a blended Shiraz; and a blended Merlot.
Morrisons is to stock one of the worlds most luxurious and expensive cuts of steak the Chateaubriand but for a quarter of the price of steak houses. Serving two, the 450g steak is priced at a wallet-friendly £15. The steak has been aged for 21 days to tenderise and enhance flavour. The same cut of steak would set restaurant diners back £60. Waitrose also offers the Chateaubriand serving two at £29.99.
Save some piggies and pick up some vegan bacon (made from wheat!) from 'the vegan butcher' at the Sgaia stall at The West Midlands Vegan Festival. It's on 29th and 30th October from 10-6 at Wolverhampton Civic Hall and it's just £1 to get in for adults. You can also buy the 'mwheat' direct from sgaiafoods.co.uk.
Mexican restaurant Chiquito unveils its new menu, full of quality and fresh ingredients. A highlight is undoubtedly the new range of Street Food. Packed full of flavour, Chiquito has taken inspiration from the traditional and lively markets of Mexico to offer Spicy Crispy Tacos, Croquettes with sweet Jalapeño Jelly and a Five Bean Tortilla Stack. Yum.
Using the fresh and earthy base of the Blanco, Cazcabel Coffee blends a roasted sweet hit of luxury coffee to the spirit. Cazcabel Coffee Tequila boasts a dark, rich brown colour, chocolate and coffee aroma, and a taste profile of rich sweet freshly roasted coffee, chocolate, vanilla and agave. It's a stunning short that can be used in innovative cocktails or enjoyed neat over ice. £25.99 for 70cl.
It's Gin O'Clock somewhere. That somewhere is in London at Sway, where Gin Twists are taking over this April. Ginspiration at its finest, you can sip on the simply refreshing Raspberry and Basil Twist, which includes Bombay Sapphire, a handful of raspberries, basil leaves and premium Schweppes Lavender tonic.
If you like the spicy things in life, you'll love the latest offering from Cabana. The legendary Spicy Malagueta Sauce can be slathered on chicken or steak for an extra kick. Dip your fries in it or get creative and toss it on a salad - it'll add pizazz to even the simplest dishes.
Pukka's Mint Matcha Green tea is a yummy blend of organic Sencha and Matcha with spearmint and fieldmint. It gives a refreshing lift while easing your digestion after food. Great if you're feeling sluggish or weighed down. Both matcha and green tea boost your metabolism, too. Mint especially hels ease bloating and gas.
Pukka Mint Matcha Green Tea, £2.79 for 20 tea bags, pukkaherbs.com
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.
Organic Sprouted Black GABA Rice is made from top quality whole grain homnin rice which is naturally germinated before milling. The germination process encourages production of vitamins, nutrients and amino acids in the rice kernel in preparation for growth. When the maximum possible nutrition level is reached after 24 hours, they parboil it, locking in all the added vitamins, nutrients and amino acids, especially gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA). GABA Black Rice, £5.99, minvita.co.uk
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
National Champagne Week (1st 7th October), founded in 2011 by Searcys, is a week-long festival celebrating the UKs thriving champagne scene. This year, Searcys will be re-launching Searcys St. Pancras Grand champagne bar, the longest bar in Europe. Find out more online.
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. You¿ll never look at beetroot in the same way again! £2.50, Foxcroft & Ginger
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.
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
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