Euphoria has finally returned to our screens for the highly anticipated season three - but much has happened during its four year hiatus. Namely, the show has lost two of cast members: Fez actor Angus Cloud died from an overdose in 2023 at the age of 25, before 53-year-old Eric Dane, who starred as Cal Jacobs, passed away in February 2026 following his ALS diagnosis.

And for Eric, Euphoria season three will mark his final onscreen appearance. Creator Sam Levinson confirmed during press interviews that Eric had taken part in filming for the latest season following his amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) diagnosis.

Reflecting on working with the Grey’s Anatomy actor, Sam shared, ‘Eric called me before we started shooting and told me that he had been diagnosed with ALS. We had a lot of conversations about just life and what that meant. I loved him very deeply, and I said, “Eric, whatever shape you show up in, we’re gonna make it work. I have faith that it’s all gonna work."

‘He showed up and I could tell he had a slight slur in his voice, and he told me that. I said, “Don’t worry. We’ll put like five beer bottles in front of you and you’ve been drinking all night.” He was like, “Perfect, perfect.” And his character, it was such a gift. He just showed up every day with such grace and dignity. He was a great human being.’

As episode one drew to a close, the HBO show paid tribute to Eric, who has starred as Nate’s fiery father Cal on the show since its very first season.

Is Eric Dane in Euphoria season three, and at what point will he appear? With tributes once again pouring in for the beloved actor, here’s what we know.

Will Eric Dane appear in Euphoria season three?

Eric will appear in Euphoria season three, having completed filming for the show before his death earlier this year. Although it’s not thought that he’ll be playing a huge part, he was featured in an initial trailer - hinting that fans can expect to see glimpses of Cal throughout the next few episodes. While he didn’t appear in the episode one, we're set to see him in some of our later episodes.

When the actor revealed his ALS diagnosis back in April 2025, he confirmed that he would continue filming with Euphoria - saying he felt ‘fortunate to be able to continue working’ and that he would be ‘returning to set’ soon.

Eric’s family confirmed his death on February 19th, 2026, 10 months after he publicly revealed he had been diagnosed with ALS. His family told PEOPLE that the actor spent his final days surrounded by ‘dear friends, his devoted wife, and his two beautiful daughters, Billie and Georgia, who were the centre of his world.’

‘Throughout his journey with ALS, Eric became a passionate advocate for awareness and research, determined to make a difference for others facing the same fight. He will be deeply missed, and lovingly remembered always. Eric adored his fans and is forever grateful for the outpouring of love and support he’s received.’

How did Euphoria pay tribute to Eric Dane and Angus Cloud?

Both Eric and Angus were honoured by Sam Levinson and the Euphoria team during episode one of Euphoria season three.

For Angus - who passed away following a drug overdose in 2023 - his character of Fez carries over into our new season. Season two ended with Fez's fate very much up in the air following a shooting, but in season three, it's confirmed writers have paid tribute to Angus by keeping Fez alive. A conversation between Lexi and Rue in the first episode reveals that Fez is currently serving 30 years in prison, explaining the absence of his character.

The season premiere also opened and closed with tributes to Angus, Eric, and show producer Kevin Turen, who also died between seasons.

Stream Euphoria season three on Sky and HBO.

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Season two of At Home With The Furys is here, bringing us back inside the lives of boxing’s biggest family for even more chaos.

Featuring Paris, Tyson, and the couple’s seven children and extended family, the Netflix show became an instant hit when season one landed in August 2023. Now season two is beginning to show the next generation of the Fury family in a little more light, including Tyson and Paris’s eldest daughter, Venezuela.

The 16 year old - who got engaged on her most recent birthday – was seen in the first episode looking after her younger siblings while her parents were abroad, with Paris’s mum on hand to help out.

Opening up about her hopes to one day have her own family, she shared, ‘It isn’t hard watching my brothers and sisters really. Controlling them is, but actually watching them ain’t. I would like to have my own children hopefully at one point. I think every girl my age wants a family and a husband and a nice home.’

However, there was one thing in particular about Venezuela that left fans talking: her accent. When the teenager spoke, an Irish twang hung in the air.

Why does Venezuela have an accent?

When Venezuela sat down to talk to cameras, some viewers were left confused at her accent - particularly given both Paris and Tyson have distinctly Northern English accents. Taking to X (formerly Twitter) to share their thoughts, one viewer wrote, ‘When did Venezuela pick up an Irish accent?’ Another added, ‘I think it comes out when she’s annoyed.’

So, does Venezuela Fury actually have an Irish accent? There’s a bit of truth to this one.

The teenager does appear to have a twang of Irish mixed into her northern English accent, most likely because her paternal grandparents, Amber and John Fury, are Irish Travellers.

John was born in Galway, Ireland, before moving to Manchester when he was four. Venezuela’s mother Paris also comes from an Irish traveller family, but grew up in England, like Tyson.

Like her seven siblings, Venezuela is deeply rooted in her family’s Irish traveller history – and that’s the answer to her accent! She’s likely picked up the twang from being around her close friends in the Irish traveller community, and from growing up around her grandparents.

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If you consider yourself a minimalist when it comes to clothing, COS is likely already top of your list. While its pieces don’t chase every fleeting micro-trend, it doesn’t mean the brand’s line-up is lacklustre. In fact, it's a treasure trove of capsule wardrobe staples that are especially reliable and incredibly stylish - pieces that slot seamlessly into any clothing rotation. It's no wonder, then, that the Swedish brand has entered the top 10 of the Lyst Index, the global search platform's quarterly list of the hottest brands in the world of fashion, yet again.

As fans will already know, COS is a one-stop shop for both quality basics and more directional pieces that look far more expensive than their price tags suggest. Its dress selection is perfect for those who don’t usually gravitate toward dresses, offering elegant, minimal styles that really take the fuss out of morning dressing. Meanwhile, its trouser lineup is just as versatile, perfect for formal occasions but equally capable of creating that cool, off-duty-model vibe when paired with a baby tee. Hence why I spend an unhealthy amount of time refreshing the new in section; and if you love good-quality staples, I’m guessing you do, too.

Of course, with a seemingly endless catalogue, how do you find the pieces worth your time and closet space? Well, we've done the hard work and sniffed out the new season pieces worth investing in to make getting dressed easier than ever this year. The one piece we're currently carrying on repeat? The Monument Tote Bag in leather. As well as being ludicrously capacious, and therefore perfect as a work or weekend bag, it's also extremely chic.

Shop: COS' Monument Tote Bag

As for staple layering pieces, this contrast-sleeve top will work hard in your wardrobe.

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COS’s new-in section is full of perfect pieces for the first suggestions of spring. Think lightweight cotton, interesting accessories, and classic funnel-neck coats. Tailoring still shines with sleek shirts, waistcoats, and timeless trousers. Shop our favourites below, these transitional wardrobe heroes won’t hang around for long.

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Anne Lora Scagliusi is a fashion commerce writer at Grazia with over a decade of international experience. She began her career in Dubai, covering major fashion events and global trends, and her work has appeared in Vogue, Vanity Fair, Marie Claire, and Glamour. Now based between Italy and the UK, Anne is rarely seen without one of her signature Self-Portrait dresses and believes that great style should be as practical as it is polished, especially when parenting a toddler.

While Justin Bieber’s appearance at Coachella was one of the most hotly anticipated comebacks of the century (understatement) beauty girls had something altogether more pressing on their minds. Enter his wife, Hailey Bieber, patron saint of clean girls everywhere. Rumour had it that the ‘it’ girl would be attending the festival in support of her husband, and so she became the real focus of fascination among her loyalists.

What, exactly, would she be wearing? Would she be sporting a pimple patch from the new Rhode x Justin collaboration? Would her hair have been freshly coloured into her signature cookie-butter brunette? And, of course, what manicure would she be sporting? And while the masses waited with baited breath, it’s fair to say her Coachella appearances didn't disappoint when she finally stepped out.

But a particular musing has set TikTok alight. In a now viral video, with 1.1million views at the time of writing, viewers became fixated on one question - 'If you met Hailey Bieber at Coachella, what did she smell like?'

The comments section? Flooded, of course. ‘She definitely smells of vanilla or something sweet,’ one user wrote, while another typed, ‘She smells like flowers and jasmine.’

Flowers and jasmine, you say? In a resurfaced clip from a few years ago, Bieber revealed that Ex Nihilo’s Fleur Narcotique Eau de Parfum, £180 is the scent ‘she always goes back to' - and it's loaded with jasmine.

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It’s hardly surprising that this is the perfume Bieber plumps for. Inspired by ‘the creative avant-garde and the French spirit of pure refinement’, it captures the essence of the city of Paris in a bottle. In short? It’s incredibly chic. The scent opens with bright, refreshing top notes - bergamot, lychee and peach, each of which feel unmistakably peptide Rhode lip treatment coded. Then, come the heart notes. Sweet jasmine, peony and orange blossom that add a touch of softness. This combination feels both romantic and feminine. Finally, the base notes which cause the juice to settle into something more intimate and skin scent aligned - wood, moss and musk. It’s subtle and warming, and definitely delivers that coveted ‘clean girl’ vibe Bieber is so often associated with.

Was this definitely what HB wore to Coachella? We can’t say for certain. But if she was after a whopper of a scent that manages to feel as understated as it does luxurious (and with serious staying power) then we’re considering this one to be a very convincing contender.

Rachael Martin is Grazia’s Beauty director. Originally from Northern Ireland, she studied English Literature at Queen’s University Belfast, before moving to London to pursue a career in magazine journalism.

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The start of a new season signals a style refresh, a time to reflect, to reinvent, to reset. At last, your commute is bathed in morning sunlight, evenings stretch out with possibility and plans are made with an alfresco mindset. Finally, it’s time to pack away your ‘Big Coat’ and venture into a world of breezy dresses, light jackets and summer ready sandals. Yes, that’s right, sunshine season has finally arrived and Next have just what you need.

Red Cotton Scarf Layer Sleeveless Jumper £36, Red/Navy Blue Stripe Button Front Maxi Skirt £44.

Introducing Next’s latest campaign; ‘Escape Into Summer’, a collection thoughtfully designed not just for summer holidays for the entire season whatever may be on your agenda. It’s all about considered, quality pieces that are bang on trend and actually wearable. Pieces that slot seamlessly into your wardrobe, working from morning ‘til evening. These are clothes designed to last and made for living.

We all know that plans can change. Long lunches roll into evenings out, spontaneously booked trips to the seaside appear and plans finally make it out of the group chat with a moment's notice. That’s why versatility sits at the heart of the campaign. Mix ‘n’ match pieces to build outfits that bring style and personality, think preppy polos with oversized striped trousers or add a sporty funnel jacket to tailored capris for looks that roll with the punches.

Navy Blue Sleeveless Knitted Polo Top £29.

Whether you’re keeping closer to home this summer or jetting off somewhere more exotic, capture the essence of summer with pieces designed for exploring from city to shore. Lightweight fabrics are chosen specifically to handle the heat, from crisp linen, easy-going cottons and crochet two-pieces, textures play a key role adding extra detail to elevate outfit. To make packing a breeze, look to relaxed co-ords mixed with statement pieces for a capsule wardrobe that works hard. Coastal printed maxi dresses pack punch whilst delicately detailed embroidered dresses and skirts add a nod to summertime escapism, simply switch up accessories to take outfits from day to night.

From weddings to parties, sunshine season signals the start of occasion dressing. Look to Next’s signature summer suiting for colour-led dressing that’ll nail every dress code. Oversized cuts offer up a cool-girl silhouette in shades of ice blue or joyful pinks, wear with flip-flops and supersized shades to keep it casual or add beaded heels and crochet clutch bags for an easy elevated outfit. When temperatures soar in the city, opt for this season’s must have tailored city shorts and short sleeve jackets for tailoring that can handle the heat.

Purple/Yellow Stripe Cotton Rich Crochet Cami Top £30, Purple/Yellow Stripe Cotton RichCrochet Shorts £35.

Finally, we don’t need to tell you 2026 is the year of the polka dot. A hero of Next’s new campaign, now is the time to introduce ditzy dots and oversized spots into your wardrobe to instantly update simple ‘fits. From flowing maxi dresses in shades of blue and brown, to chic scarf neck tops in monochrome spots or even lightweight technical jackets, whatever the occasion summer spots are your key to nailing the new season.

So, get ready to Escape Into Summer with Next’s new collection, shop online at next.co.uk and instore now.

One person causing a stir on I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here! (for a second time) is former professional boxer David Haye. That is in no small part due to his penchant for polyamory and his casual sexism in camp.

Chatting to his all-star campmates in the ITV reality show spin-off in South Africa, David attempted to compliment his girlfriend Sian Osborne, but ended up offending the women in camp (and the nation watching at home). When Sinitta said Sian, his partner of six years, sounds 'drop dead gorgeous' he said, 'Yeah, she's lovely. She's got the personality of a proper ugly bird.'

As a bemused Scarlett Moffatt, Beverley Callard and Ashley Roberts looked on, David explained that he thinks 'ugly birds' have good personalities because they rely on it to find a partner, whereas a 'gorgeous bird' never has the need to develop a dazzling personality.

'Most ugly girls realise they don't, they're not pretty enough to... they've gotta have a personality to banter to tell jokes and shit, so people overlook the fact that they're not aesthetically amazing, straight away.' He went as far as to call it 'ugly duckling syndrome'.

'You can't say that,' Scarlett replied, saying he was 'just chatting shit'.

So, who is the lucky Sian Osborne, who David Haye thinks is 'drop dead gorgeous' and has a personality? Let's find out.

Who is Sian Osborne?

Sian Osborne is a 34-year old model. She has been dating David Haye since 2020 and they are in a consensual non-monogamous relationship. During their relationship, Haye has dated multiple other women, including Una Healy from The Saturdays.

She has modelled for multiple brands over the years and was the face of the Chinese brewery Tsingtao ad campaign. She has also appeared on several episodes of the hit American TV show Project Runway.

How did Sian Osborne and David Haye meet?

It is thought that David and Sian met when she started modelling for Haye's Black Mask Company, which he launched last year during the height of the pandemic.

What have David Haye and Sian Osborne said about each other?

Since then, they have attended countless celebrity events together and enjoyed multiple luxury holidays. In 2024, Sian posted a series. of photos of her and David on Instagram with the caption, 'Happy birthday to my best friend and partner in life. Love you more than words can say. Can't wait to continue this journey with you.'

That same year, David posted a photo of Sian on Valentine's Day and wrote, 'In the dance of life, you are the partner who has embraced my true essence, unconditionally.' He added, 'Amidst my rough edges, you guide me through a path of love, wellness and creativity.'

A year earlier, David seemed to confirm his preference for 'throuples' in another Valentine's Day post writing: 'Happy Valentine's Day to the beautiful Queens in my life, making my world a better place to live in.'

Does Sian Osborne have social media?

Yes, you can keep up with Sian's life, her relationship with David and their various holidays on Instagram at @sian.rosemarie.

Molly-Mae Hague may be the main lady in Tommy Fury’s life, but one woman who’s been by his side from the start is his mother Chantal. From supporting her son on Love Island to making brief appearances during premieres, she's been there for boxer Tommy from the start.

One of these moments came last year, when she appeared alongside her husband John Fury and Tommy's brother Roman at the Manchester premiere of Tommy's BBC reality series. The show - titled Tommy: The Good. The Bad. The Fury - gave an insight into Tommy's life away from cameras, covering his career as a boxer, becoming a father to daughter Bambi, and his secret battle with alcohol.

Despite her family living life in the spotlight, Chantal prefers to live a private life. Who is she, and is she still married to John? Here's everything we know about Chantal.

Who is Chantal Fury?

Chantal is the mother of Tommy Fury, having been seen publicly alongside her son several times since he rose to fame on Love Island. She's the second wife of Tommy's father John Fury, who is an ex-professional boxer (and father to boxing champion Tyson Fury.)

Where does Chantal Fury come from?

She is from Mauritian descent.

How many kids does Chantal Fury have?

Chantal, who married John in 1989, is mum to sons Tommy, 26, and Roman, 29, who is also a boxer.

Do Tommy Fury and Tyson Fury have different mums?

They do! Chantal is Tommy’s mum, but she is not Tyson's.

Tyson is John's son from his first marriage to Amber. Alongside Tyson, the pair are also parents to sons Shane and Hugh, as well as a daughter named Romana who passed away as a baby.

Unlike the Fury family, Amber lives a completely private life. There are no public photographs of her, and she never appears in any interviews or TV shows.

It's something Tyson has previously touched on, saying, 'She has never been to one of my boxing fights, amateur or professional and never been in the public eye at all. She’s a private person. That’s her priority, not mine.'

He later added, 'You could give my mother that table full of £50 notes and diamonds, and it wouldn't change who she is, ever.'

What has Chantal Fury been on?

While Tommy’s father John and brother Tyson relish being in the limelight, Chantal also prefers to keep a low profile - although this doesn't mean she remains totally away from cameras.

She appeared on the fifth series of Love Island BACK in 2019, when she and John surprised Tommy at the villa in Spain. ‘This woman has not been on a plane in 16 years!’ he exclaimed when he saw her. As his romance with Molly-Mae blossomed, she told him, ‘I’m so proud of you.’

What has Tommy Fury said about his mum?

Tommy is close to his mother, crediting his success to Chantal. ‘I owe everything to my mother. I wouldn’t be sat here right now if it wasn’t for her,’ he said on Loose Women. ‘She never went out on the town, she qualified in her degree, there was always a meal on the table. She didn’t have money to put fuel in the car, but she would still take me to the gym.’

On Mother’s Day, he shared a rarely-seen snap of his beloved mum at what appeared to be a celebratory dinner. ‘Love you Mum. Without you, there is no me,’ he wrote alongside the picture.

Tommy’s fiancée Molly-Mae is also close to Chantal. She shared a photo of her mother-in-law cradling her daughter Bambi in her arms in May 2023, captioned, ‘Grandma’s birthday’.

Shereen Low is a senior news and entertainment writer for Grazia UK, who enjoys watching everything from Love Is Blind and Race Across The World to real-life crime shows and thrillers.

When Euphoria first dropped in 2019, it was a high-stakes version of Skins for a whole new generation. Its plot was the rumours you’d hear in school, its storylines the warnings from adults about things like sex, drugs, mental health, and consent. For most viewers, their lives weren’t as dramatic as what would unfold on screen, but it didn’t matter. In almost every single character, underneath the bedazzled eye looks and questionable life choices, there was something you could recognise in yourself.

So yes, the return of Euphoria for season three, after four years, has been long awaited. But a lot has happened in those years. Several of the show’s once-relatively unknown stars (namely Jacob Elordi, Sydney Sweeney and Zendaya) have skyrocketed to A-list fame. The show lost two of its cast: 25-year old Angus Cloud died from a lethal overdose in 2023, and Eric Dane passed away earlier this year, aged 53, from ALS. Some members of Euphoria, Kat’s Barbie Ferreira and composer Labrinth, have chosen not to return to the show amid rumours of behind-the-scenes tension.

Creator Sam Levinson said he and his crew had a motto of ‘evolve or die’ for Euphoria season three. But as I watched the first episode - during which I witnessed a chicken be decapitated, a dog eating human faeces, and a long-lingered shot on the foaming mouth of a woman who had just overdosed - I couldn’t help but wonder exactly what we’d evolved into.

No longer teens crashing out at house parties, we rejoin our characters in adulthood. Rue (played by Zendaya) is working as a drug mule to pay off a $10,000 debt, swallowing balloon wrapped drugs and defecating them back out into a sieve that is later used to strain pasta. Maddie (Alexa Demi) is a talent manager with a string of unpaid bills, while Lexi (Maude Apatow) is hustling as an assistant to a TV runner and lusting over a man. Hunter Schafer’s Jules, we’re told, is now a ‘sugar baby.’

And as for Sydney Sweeney’s Cassie, she’s busy planning her wedding to walking-red-flag Nate Jacobs (Elordi) and hoping to fund her extensive flower budget through an OnlyFans account. If I had a pound for every time a female pretended to be a dog for Jacob’s character in 2026, I’d have two pounds. It’s not a huge amount, but it’s certainly unusual that it’s happened twice.

Before the show even hit streaming platforms, early reviews were mixed. Vulture described the new season as being ‘as beautifully lit as it is emotionally hollow,’ with Eleanor Halls writing for The Telegraph, ‘Euphoria may still have the gloss, budget and star power of prestige TV, but it’s no longer enough to disguise what increasingly feels like the misogynistic fantasies of a creepy old man.’

Indeed, the sexualisation was loud. For some reason, Euphoria's most shocking moments always involve degrading women.

When Rue and her friend Faye (played by former adult star Chloe Cherry) try to swallow down their drug balls, the scene features fingers down throats, loud gagging, and an insane amount of saliva and lube. It parallels something you might come across on a whole different website entirely. When Rue later appears surrounded by strippers at a party, she’s seen ogling bum cheeks and boobs. It seemed a rogue move from the character, who for all her many faults never really objectified women.

Then of course, there’s Cassie.

Living in her ‘right-wing suburban bubble’ with Nate, they’re the perfect couple. Perfect, that is, except for the fact that Nate isn’t actually making any money after taking over his dad’s business. It’s partly why Cassie decides she wants to chip in, creating fetish content online.

There is something genuinely interesting in the dynamic between her and Nate, two people who've built their identities around traditional gender roles. When he can’t afford the $50,000 wedding flowers, Cassie insists it’s no problem - she’ll pay for it herself. In a situation where Nate can’t provide, she steps up.

I really hoped that this character arc could finally be one of empowerment. After two seasons of humiliation (lest we forget that funfair scene), wasn’t it about time?

Not quite. Everyone in Cassie’s world shames her - Nate questions whether his fiancee is a 'prostitute,' before asking if she was really going to 'sell [her] body for flower arrangements.' We see Cassie dress up as a dog on a lead and lap up water from a bowl. Other scenes tease her with legs spread, sucking on a baby’s dummy.

It seems these scenes aren’t intended to tell us anything about female autonomy, more so focusing on generating the kind of shock factor that drives rage bait tweets online. It's voyeuristic, yet the undertone seems judgemental. Any sense of empowerment from Cassie taking ownership of her body isn't quite coming through just yet. Euphoria doesn't seem to know how it feels about sex work.

You could argue that the show has always shown us the worst of what can happen. But in the Euphoria of old, there was always a glimmer of hope. These characters were in trouble, but they were also young. Young people are allowed to make some mistakes along the way, in the hope they'll put it all behind them one day.

Now they're adults, there’s no more glimmer. My fingers are crossed that Rue finds whatever peace she felt on that ranch, with or without organised religion. That Maddie ends up rich. Lexi ends up successful. Cassie ends up safe and happy. That frankly, the female characters on the show can all just catch a break. Given it's Euphoria, though, I'm not sure that’s what’s coming.

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Well before Sambas ruled the Tube commute and everyone rediscovered Stan Smiths, there was the trainer that owned everything: the adidas Superstar. Born in 1969 as a basketball shoe, it was built for pros who needed a shoe that could be put to work. Its rubber shell toe and leather upper were crafted for performance, but culture had other plans. By the ‘70s, NBA players were wearing them off the court; by the ‘80s, hip-hop claimed them as its own. Fast-forward a few decades, and suddenly everyone from Tumblr teens to pop stars was in love with that shell toe.

The Superstar has always existed at a rare intersection of music, sport, and street style, much like how Timberlands have defined New York or how Air Force 1s lived (still live) in every London postcode.

For me, I remember the first pair I ever got like it was yesterday: the blue-and-white box, the squeaky-new white leather with black stripes, that perfect ‘just unboxed’ smell. I slipped them on and instantly felt… cool. Like I’d tapped into some secret club everyone wanted to be in. Back then, everyone had a pair, whether they admitted it or not. Even Kylie Jenner had hers, and somehow that made the rest of us feel like we were part of the same wave.

Last month, adidas Originals marked the Superstar’s its next chapter, with the global campaign, narrated by Samuel L. Jackson - because his voice alone makes anything legendary. It starred the people defining today’s culture: Jennie, Kendall Jenner, Olivia Dean, Lamine Yamal, Baby Keem, and more. Music, sport, fashion - they’re all represented.

This month alone, the Superstar has been reborn twice. Willy Chavaria updated adidas’ signature shell toe with a rose design - ‘a love letter to a shoe that has long belonged to the streets.’ Meanwhile, Molly-Mae’s recent collaboration with adidas reimagined the classic sneaker for her digital audience, resulting in the now sold-out Superstar II Latte trainers. These projects prove the Superstar remains at the heart of culture.

We’re also living in a nostalgia climate where nothing truly dies; it just waits for the right moment. Vans are thriving, Converse has had its renaissance, and suddenly that 2016Superstar feels as fresh as ever.

And the styling? Oh, it’s fun. Gone are the skinny jeans and bare ankles of 2016. Today, girls pair Superstars with puddling tailored trousers that graze the shell toe, micro shorts under oversized track jackets with lace socks peeking out, even dresses for contrast. It’s fun but considered, a trainer that has finally grown up with us.

The Superstar endures because it sits exactly where culture overlaps. It belongs to basketball and hip-hop, to street style and fashion week, to teenage bedrooms and front rows. That kind of range gives it staying power, when a shoe becomes a signifier of taste, it never truly dies.

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Renee Washington, Grazia's digital fashion and beauty writer, lives online. With a penchant for wispy lashes and streetwear, she writes about the worlds of fashion and beauty from the viewpoint of the modern fashion girlie.

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Let’s be honest, skirts have long been misunderstood. Somewhere between ‘too dressed up’ and ‘what do I wear on my feet?’, they’ve become the item many of us admire but rarely reach for. Trousers, for all their faults (and there are many), have felt like the easier option, they’re reliable, safe, and dare I say…predictable. But the reality is, skirts were never the problem, we just weren’t styling them right.

Because when you think about it, they solve more issues than they create. No awkward hemlines pooling at your ankle, no waistband battles, no trying three sizes to get the right leg shape. A skirt simply works, it sits where it needs to, moves how it wants to, and meets you in the middle. Especially if you’re tall or petite, it’s often the easiest win in your wardrobe.

Now, fashion has caught up with that idea. By the time the spring/summer ’26 shows wrapped, one thing was clear, skirts were back in fashion's pole position. At Chanel, Matthieu Blazy presented drawing room skirts with oomph. Prada offered a completely different proposition by way of utilitarian skirts, tech-y and functional, dressed in a playful way. Saint Laurent took a sharper approach, delivering leather teamed with shirts that were office-ready (for sirens). Every variation was accounted for, it felt like a skirt circus but in the best way. Bubble, structured, sheer, micro, sweeping, there wasn’t a single dominant silhouette, and that’s exactly what made it feel so relevant. Altogether they were various styles, exploring different sides of femininity.

What’s changed most, though, is how easy they are to wear now. Skirts aren’t being treated as ‘special’ pieces, they’re part of everyday dressing again. You can casually wear a midi skirt, a t-shirt, and pumps the same way you can wear a maxi skirt with loafers and cashmere without looking out of place. Most shoes work with most styles, which removes a lot of the guesswork that once made them feel intimidating.

Culturally, there’s been a shift away from formulaic dressing, less algorithm, more instinct. The return of the skirt taps into that, it offers some range. Right now, the most interesting options aren’t the obvious but the slightly ‘wrong ones’. The kind you’d spot on a Dover Street Market or a late night Vinted scroll - a sheer layered skirt worn over briefs or a hyper-voluminous skirt with overalls. There’s a sense of freedom in that, and after years of denim dominance and the ongoing struggle to find a good pair of trousers, it feels like a release.

Ultimately, this isn’t about convincing you to abandon trousers entirely, but it is about rethinking the default. Skirts offer something different: more movement (for one) and ease that feels surprisingly modern.

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Picture 2018: Fila Disruptors were the law of the land, leather trousers were a second skin, and no look was complete without a velvet choker. This was the era of 'more is more,' defined by the high-octane street style of Gigi Hadid and Emily Ratajkowski. Back then, the chunky dad trainer was a signifier of good style - a bold, architectural statement that gave even a casual hoodie and jeans combo a sense of aggressive intentionality. Those blocky soles added presence and a swagger that was impossible to ignore.

Fast forward to 2026, and the fashion pulse has slowed. Tailoring is fluid, denim puddles at the ankle, and silhouettes have shifted lower. In this new landscape, the oversized sole of the past feels like a visual interruption rather than an exclamation point. The ugly sneaker has aged slightly for everyday use.

As noted in my 2026 Trend Report, we are witnessing the definitive return of the skinny trainer. These retro-inspired, low-profile silhouettes tuck neatly under wide-leg trousers. The pairs leading this shift aren’t new either; they come with history, archive references, and cultural weight, setting a new standard for how we wear sneakers.

Puma Speedcat

Take the Puma Speedcat, originally born in 1999 as a motorsport shoe built for precision rather than the streets. Puma officially revived the Speedcat OG in June 2024, reissuing the classic red and black colourways which lived rent-free on the Instagram algorithm. The brand has recently launched a wedge version that nods to the nostalgic fashion cycle that is echoing everywhere right now. It works perfectly with extra-long jeans, where the hem grazes the toe to let the logo peek through.

Onitsuka Tiger Mexico 66

The Onitsuka Tiger Mexico 66 is arguably the blueprint for the skinny trainer resurgence. First launched in 1966 and later cemented in pop culture, it carries an authority, and the yellow colourway will always remain iconic. This isn’t the shoe you throw on for errands; it’s the one you reach for when you want to look considered without defaulting to heels. Lara Bumban rocked her Kill Bill Tigers with brown and yellow Adidas track bottoms, and FYI, you really shouldn’t be afraid to mix brands - it’s not a faux pas. Some people might baulk at it, but matching colours across different labels can still look deliberate and put together.

Bronx MYR-AA

Suede, brown tones, and archival running references have also pushed niche brands like the Bronx MYR-AA into the spotlight, offering a more accessible alternative to the sold-out New Balance x Miu Miu 530 SL. The dark brown pair goes with almost anything, while the double laces add a cool styling trick. We are seeing this kind of style of shoe across hundreds of brands. Vans, Axel Arigato and even H&M have taken a slice of the pie. This can easily be a smart shoe too; Séfora Jacobs has teamed hers with a grey co-ord. This is a sneaker that can move from meetings to coffee runs.

Adidas SL 72

Then there’s the Adidas SL 72, whose name literally stands for 'Super Light', and it lives up to that promise. It feels barely there on the foot while still making a statement, and the bold colourways - purple, red, leopard, even cow print - make this shoe a great personality pickup. It will give any dull outfit you have on rotation a cool talking point; just watch the compliments reel in. Influencer Linda Schulz has styled her blue kicks with butter yellow; it's a pairing perfect for spring.

Vivaia Satin Trainers

Finally, satin introduces a softer, more delicate take on the slim trainer, a trend that started on the runways at Miu Miu and Prada before filtering into the mainstream. Brands like Vivaia now offer satin shoes in an array of colours, giving the silhouette a slightly dressier feel. Though not built for wet pavements, they work beautifully with capris or a bias-cut skirt, and celebrity fans including Bella Hadid and Charli XCX show just how versatile the shape can be.

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Create a flawless, long-lasting make-up base with Charlotte Tilbury’s Magic Cream - a rich, hydrating moisturiser that instantly revives tired skin, leaving it smooth, plump, and glowing.

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MONDAY Haircare Exfoliating Body Scrub in Vanilla Glaze, 510g. Worth £9

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Create that wide-eyed look with the new TRUYU Curl Wonder Lash Curler, as it lifts and curls every lash with ease and has been designed to catch even the tiniest hairs, giving a natural look that feels effortlessly polished.

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Do you speak JAANT? Aka jeans and a nice top? Any Millennial worth their salt has dabbled in this unrivalled outfit formula at least once (realistically, dozens of times), and Gen Z have discovered it for themselves, too. Effortless. Reliable. Immune to trend fatigue. It always works and, crucially, it removes the existential spiral of not knowing what to wear.

Which is why giving JAANJ a try feels less like a gamble and more like a natural evolution. JAANJ, you ask? That’s jeans and a nice jacket, what the fashion set leans on to look pulled together without appearing to have tried hard. It hinges on two things: A) good denim, and B) a jacket that does the heavy lifting.

The mechanics are simple. Chances are you already own the jeans. The only task is sourcing the jacket that elevates the whole equation and makes it feel deliberate rather than default.

Fashion editors love to propose styling solutions, but this one genuinely does the trick because it sits at the sweet spot between sensible and fashion forward. It asks very little, gives a lot and, just like with JAANT, there’s no overthinking required. Put it on and go.

Denim on Denim

Canadian tuxedos are not news, but swapping the trucker denim jacket for a longline workwear jacket delivers an intellectual twist on this classic.

Throwing Shapes

Offset slim (dare we say skinny) bottoms with rambunctious bombers for an ’80s-inspired take on spring dressing.

Go Napoleonic

Scratch your indie sleaze itch and give your Napoleonic military jacket another moment in the sun, paired with worn-in denim, of course.

Blazer + Wide Leg Jeans

Getting the balance right is key. Wide barrel-leg trousers with a tailored blazer creates a perfect silhouette that feels thought through.

Julia Harvey has been Grazia’s head of shopping for both print and online for five years, overseeing and editing all things shopping for the title from trend pages, interiors edits, gift guides and the best things to buy now.

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Inspired by graceful freedom, Strathberry's Kite Hobo Maxi is designed to accompany every woman's movement through life with effortless ease. Its soft silhouette and luxurious tactile suede reflect the fluidity and strength of those moments when we feel truly free. Strathberry's signature Music Bar, crafted in an oversized modern, jewellery-inspired form, provides a secure closure while making a bold statement. Inside, smooth leather lining and a spacious pocket hold your everyday essentials, keeping your cherished items safe and close at hand.

The Kite Hobo Maxi launched in May 2025 and quickly rose to become one of Strathberry's best-selling styles, earning widespread popularity and appreciation for its design and versatility. Loved by many, it has since become a standout favourite in the collection.

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Born in Edinburgh and crafted by artisans in Spain, Strathberry is redefining heartfelt luxury. Instantly recognisable for its signature Music Bar and architectural silhouettes, the brand has won a global following among style icons and tastemakers.

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Husband-and-wife duo Guy and Leeanne Hundleby founded Strathberry in 2013 with a disruptive vision: to bring warm, inclusive luxury to an international audience from an unexpected location. Inspired by the master leather artisans of Spain, they set out to create a brand that champions meticulous craftmanship with distinctly modern Scottish spirit.

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Famous for its bucket-and-spade summer holidays, The Isle of Wight is a full five degrees hotter than the rest of Britain and yet it's also a surprisingly short ferry (or rib boat) ride away. Known for its family friendly beaches, cosy pubs, and beautiful scenery, the island is a great place for a short break or a (sort of) staycation. It’s full of history too, with Queen Victoria’s summer home, Osborne, well worth a visit. As is Adgestone Vineyard, which produces delicious sparkling wine and offers tasting sessions and tours. Or head to Isle of Wight Distillery in Ryde, where they produce Mermaid gin.

And once you’ve done all that sightseeing, head to some of the best restaurants the island has to offer. Here’s our round up of our favourites…

The Hut, Colwell Bay

This unsuspecting beachfront restaurant is fast becoming the A-listers lunch spot of choice, with celebrities including Grazia cover star Kate Winslet spotted dining there (there’s even a nearby space to park your helicopter, if you don’t fancy the ferry). If you’re coming by train, head to Lymington and catch a short ferry to Yarmouth, which is just over a five minute drive to the restaurant. Or you can organise a rib boat to take you straight to The Hut (you'll feel like you're in a scene from James Bond as you approach the restaurant by water). A former beach café, The Hut was taken over by two brothers – Matt and George Adams – in 2011 and transformed into such a special dining experience that on a sunny day it feels like you’re in St Tropez, or some other sunny spot in the Mediterranean. The cocktails and wine selection are stunning, as is the food menu, which is dominated by locally sourced fresh seafood, including fish tacos, crab salad, lobster spaghetti and seabass fillet. Or try the Surf N’ Turf, which comprises a 28 day dry aged T-bone steak and a whole grilled lobster. They also do a great children’s menu. Then all you have to do is sit back with a pale pink rose and take in the views of the sparkling sea. It’s only open during the summer months, typically from mid-March to the end of September, and well worth booking in advance.

For more information or to book, visit here

The Terrace, Yarmouth

This beautiful harbour-side restaurant opened in 2020. It’s nestled between Yarmouth Harbour and Yarmouth Castle and has views out across the Solent. Listed in the Michelin Guide, the focus is on delicious, locally sourced fresh fish. The menu changes frequently, and is full of dishes like cod and saffron bouillabaisse and grilled skate wing. They also serve takeaway fish and chips too if you want to take your dinner down to the beach.

For more information or to book visit here

Smoking Lobster

A family run beach bar and restaurant overlooking Cowes Marina, this is well worth a visit. The food is locally sourced produce and seafood but reimagined through a Pan-Asian lens. Think Smoking Lobster sashimi platters, spiced monkfish, miso grilled lobster, and pan fried fish of the day served with Asian slaw, noodles, and kaffir lime salsa. There’s also a sister restaurant, which opened in the summer of 2017, on the Esplanade, which is on the south side of the island with views over the English channel.

For more information or to book visit here

RT Café Grill

The brainchild of the award-winning chef Robert Thompson, the RT Café Grill is located at the Royal Maritime House in Ryde, offering modern British and European food inspired by the local flavours of the Isle of Wight. With views over the Solent and a sea-view drinking terrace, on the menu you’ll find native oysters, sea bass, and fresh cod fish cakes, and an ever-changing menu of fresh fish. The food is out of this world good.

For more information visit here

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Maria Lally is an author, editor, and acting features director at Grazia UK, previously senior editor. As well as overseeing features for both digital and print, she has worked on vital campaigns, including our cost of childcare campaign. Maria writes women's interest stories across politics, health, friendship, travel and lifestyle.

Bieber fever reached fever pitch over the weekend as Justin and Hailey Bieber descended on Coachella. The husband and wife power duo were arguably the main event as Justin's stripped-back, low-key headliner performance sent Beliebers into a frenzy, while Hailey's Rhode activation lived up to expectation with viral Glazing Mists served on ice, branded smash burgers and a Rhode room dedicated to some playtime with its bestselling products including the new Rhode x The Biebers Set, £56, which is now available to buy.

Designed in collaboration with Justin Bieber, the set (designed to 'shield, depuff and nourish') comes equipped with a new limited edition Peptide Eye Prep in Banana Peel and Peptide Lip Treatment in Caramelized Banana, to feed our current addiction to the trending fruity gourmand scent. Then, there's the brand's all new Spotwear, the latest addition to Rhode's core skincare collection.

Think of it as 'ready-to-wear skincare' that will tend to breakouts while doubling up as a fashion statement. Spotwear joins the fleet of pimple patches that are both fun and functional, which have become a firm favourite among celebrities, including Hailey Bieber who has sported constellations of them on her face in a number of selfies over the years.

Rhode's take on the new-gen acne-buster is made with 100% hydrocolloid and is clinically proven to minimise the look of spots. The gel-like adhesive promises to help absorb excess oil from breakouts and quell inflammation in active spots, all while shielding them from external stressors by acting as a physical barrier. Keeping them on for six to eight hours helps the patches to draw out fluid, which will make spots smaller, flatter, and less red. And if that sounds too long a wear, fret not because the patches are comfy and have a second-skin feel, making them easy to wear anytime and anywhere.

Available in five different shapes, each designed by Bieber himself, they include Jelly Bean, Curve, and Bubble, as well as Rhode’s festival favourites, Shroom and Daisy. But be warned, the current line-up of shapes won't be around for long as they are a limited-edition seasonal release for spring and summer 2026, and count as Rhode's first installation of Spotwear – so, heed our advice and grab them while they are hot.

Our verdict

Sameeha Shaikh, beauty writer, says: 'I have been using pimple patches for years thanks to my acne-prone skin that has persisted into adulthood. I'm so wedded to them that I won't go on any trip without a stash in my travel bag and can attest to the fact that they truly work. That said, having tried many, I'll be the first to admit not all are built the same, so I knew Rhode had its work cut out with this launch. But you can tell a lot of thought went into crafting them. Aside from looking cute, they adhere to the skin well, staying in place for hours and feel totally traceless thanks to their second-skin feel. While they didn't work on large, deep seated pustules, I found they tended to my surface level breakouts effectively. I applied them during my evening routine and they made my breakouts appear less angry come morning. As for the new limited edition Peptide Eye Prep in Banana Peel and Peptide Lip Treatment in Caramelized Banana, they are as easy on the eye (pun intended) and deliciously scented as you'd expect.'

Shop: Rhode x The Biebers Set

Sameeha Shaikh is Grazia's beauty writer, working across all categories to bring you insights on the latest trends, industry news and the products you need to know about, viral or not (most probably viral).

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Considering the fact most of us know Sinitta as the woman who helped Simon Cowell decide which acts to put through from judges' houses to The X Factor live shows while wearing nothing but a few palm leaves, her being in the I'm A Celeb jungle feels like a perfect fit.

Sinitta first appeared on the ITV reality show in 2011 and this year (or rather last year* since it was pre-recorded last September) she's back for the first ever all-star spin-off in South Africa.

Hats off to the producers because in the first week alone Sinitta has brought a lot of chaos. Between asking Gemma Collins if her near stint as Mama Morton in the UK and Ireland tour of Chicago was a 'joke booking' and regaling viewers with tales of her past romances with Brad Pitt and Simon Cowell, Sinitta has had viewers on the edge of their seats.

In news that is unlikely to shock anyone, Sinitta revealed that boyband mogul Simon 'wasn't a faithful boyfriend' and opened up about their (seriously long) on-off relationship.

So, when did they date? What happened? And are Sinitta and Simon still friends?

When did Sinitta date Simon Cowell?

Sinitta first met Simon in the '80s before he signed her to his record label. She later had hits with songs like So Macho and Toy Boy before becoming Simon's go-to companion during judges' houses on The X Factor between 2004 and 2013.

According to Sinitta, the pair dated 'on and off for 40 years'. Simon is now married to Lauren Silverman, with whom he shares a son called Eric. Sinitta went as far as to say things were 'never really over' between them until Eric was born. In an unconventional twist, she is Eric's godmother and Simon is godfather to Sinitta's adopted children too.

However, when news of Lauren's pregnancy broke, Sinitta tweeted: 'Something has just happened... half miracle, half nightmare! #WakeMeUpIWantToGetOff!' It is unclear if the tweet was in response to the news.

'It was kind of on and off, on and off, so there was kind of an unspoken understanding that was obviously a misunderstanding on my part, but it's ok,' the TV personality later reflected. 'I was trying to make that relationship [work]. His narrative was just be patient, and you'll have everything you want. I assumed everything I wanted meant a normal family life with him. And then he met the love of his life and had a child. Silly me.'

Did Sinitta and Simon ever think about having children together?

Sinitta has opened up about having an abortion in the past, and the fact it was Simon's baby. The singer has since revealed that the abortion took place in the 1980s and left her 'heartbroken'.

'It was a long time ago when we were both young,' she said. 'Simon was very concerned and by my side. It was upsetting and it was something very difficult that we dealt with together. It's such a heartbreaking thing to go through. It was devastating for both of us.'

Who else has Sinitta dated?

Despite dating Simon on and off for 40 years, Sinitta married Andy Willner in 2002, however she later admitted it was a 'revenge' move on The X Factor boss.

'The man I married was actually a lovely person,' she said. 'It was a bit of a revenge move at the time, but it developed into something. But even during that relationship, it was obvious that there was unfinished business with Simon.

'It would be, "Well, if he's done that, then I'll date Brad Pitt, I'll date this model,"' she told camp. 'But always intentionally thinking we will be together when we stop being crazy. Because I would have been ready to go at any time, but it was my pride needed me to go and have a relationship to show I'm not desperate.'

Who is Sinitta dating now?

Last year, Sinitta revealed that she has found love with someone new. 'I am in a happy place,' she said. 'I'd been happily single for eight years. In a way, lockdown was a blessing as I got to know myself and missed having a partner. I'd go walking and think, this would be nice if I had someone to walk beside me.

'So I joined some dating apps, which was a disaster because some blokes thought I was a "fake" Sinitta. Then I met someone lovely – but didn't immediately think was right for me because he wasn't my usual type. But that was part of the magic. He's a lovely, normal person who makes me laugh. So, at last I think I have found someone I can love.'

Nikki Peach is a senior writer at Grazia, working across news, entertainment, features. She has also written for the i, i-D and the New Statesman Media Group and covers all things pop culture for Grazia (treating high and lowbrow with equal respect).

I'm A Celebrity's legends spin-off is back, and it's already shaping up to be unmissable television. From self-proclaimed diva Gemma Collins to David Haye (known for his boxing career and rather unconventional love life), some of the franchise's most memorable campmates have traded their home comforts for the South African jungle, as they have a second shot at being crowned king or queen.

Among them is Waterloo Road actor Adam Thomas. Having first entered the jungle back in 2016 during the show's 16th series, he narrowly missed out on the top spot with a third-place finish. Now he's back and already winning over the public with his upbeat outlook.

And as it turns out, success may just be a family trait. Who are the famous Thomas brothers? What do they all do? And how are their children becoming the next generation of stars? Let's meet the Thomas brothers: Ryan, Adam, and Scott.

Who are the Thomas brothers?

Born and raised in Manchester, the Thomas brothers are made up of Ryan, 41, and non-identical twins Adam and Scott, 37. The three have all made names for themselves thanks to their roles in soaps and reality TV series, appearing in everything from Love Island and Strictly, to Emmerdale and Coronation Street.

They aren't the first in their family to break into the world of entertainment, with their father being soul singer Dougie James (who once toured with the Jackson 5.) Previously sharing how their father helped forge their own career choices, Ryan said, 'Watching him as a showman and an entertainer was very influential, even if none of us inherited the ability to sing a note. He died of a heart attack in 2020 and it was one of the hardest things me and my brothers have been through.'

And the Thomas family's showbiz streak isn't set to end with them. Their children are already beginning to pursue careers in music and acting.

Who is Ryan Thomas?

Born in June 1984, Ryan is the eldest of the Thomas brother trio. He first rose to fame on Coronation Street, playing Jason Grimshaw on the show from 2000 until 2016. He also appeared as Rafael Humphreys in Neighbours in 2018, and won the 22nd series of Celebrity Big Brother.

Joining Coronation Street at the age of 16, Ryan quickly became the breadwinner of the family. His brother Adam told The Guardian, 'Ryan paid for my drama lessons and put the clothes on my back. We wouldn’t be where we are, or who we are today, without him.’

It was while appearing on the show that Ryan met his former partner, Tina O'Brien. The couple welcomed a daughter named Scarlett together, now 17, dating from 2003 to 2009.

In 2017, Ryan met TOWIE star Lucy Mecklenburgh after the pair appeared on Celebrity Island with Bear Grylls. The couple got engaged in 2019, going on to welcome a son named Roman, five, and a daughter named Lilah, three.

Ryan's daughter Scarlett hit headlines last year after she revealed she chose not to sit her GCSEs, instead pursuing a career in entertainment. She stars in Waterloo Road as Izzy Charles, the daughter of Donte Charles (played by her real-life uncle Adam) and the sister of Tommy Charles (played by her real-life cousin, Teddy.) She also signed a record deal in early 2026.

Although some fans suggested that nepotism may have helped Scarlett land the role of Izzy, Ryan insisted she had no advantage. He told The Sun, ‘Everyone thinks she gets a lift up from family, getting on Waterloo Road. But she worked so damn hard to get that job, and people need to recognise that she’s a talented girl.'

He also defended his teenage daughter against those who criticised her decision not to take her GCSEs, saying, ‘Is it even anyone’s business or concern though?’

Adam Thomas

Born in August 1988, twin non-identical Adam is known for playing the role of Donte Charles in Waterloo Road. He's also appeared in Emmerdale, Strictly Come Dancing, and also I'm A Celebrity.

When he’s not partaking in bushtucker trials, Adam lives life as a happy family man. The actor is is married to dance teacher Caroline Daly, with the pair sharing a son named Teddy, 11, and a daughter named Elsie-Rose, seven.

He recently reprised his role as Donte on Waterloo Road (which returned in 2023), acting alongside his niece, Scarlett, and his son, Teddy.

Scott Thomas

The third of our Thomas brothers, Scott's life looks slightly different to his twin Adam's and elder brother Ryan's. In 2016, Scott rose to fame on the second series of Love Island, finishing in third place on the dating show alongside Kady McDermott. He then returned last year for Love Island All Stars, before choosing to leave the villa after failing to find a connection.

When he's not on dating shows, Scott runs his own business. He's the owner of PR agency The Social PR, which he set up prior to Love Island. He co-founded the agency with Francesca Britton (who just so happens to now be Molly-Mae Hague’s manager.)

Although not exactly in the same realm of work as his brothers, Scott told The Guardian that he never begrudged their TV success. ‘When Adam and Ryan started acting, I didn’t feel jealous or left out, because they took me everywhere they went,' he explained. 'It was exciting, too. We were known locally as the Corrie Boys, and people treated us differently - it definitely helped me get more girls in school and we lived like rock stars.

'Maybe that’s why I went into the night life industry - in my 20s I was a promoter throwing high-profile parties in Manchester for a living, mixing with the likes of Justin Bieber and LeBron James. Some part of my subconscious must have wanted to create my own little world of celebrity.’

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There was a flurry of flashing lights and screams from paparazzi and fans alike when Cameron Diaz stepped on to the red carpet for her new film, Outcome, in which she stars opposite Keanu Reeves for her first comedic role in more than 10 years. That’s right, Diaz fever, as we’re coining it, is back like it never left.

Outcome sees Diaz reunite with Reeves (their first romcom together was the critically unacclaimed Feeling Minnesota in 1996) playing best friends in a dark comedy about an actor who is being blackmailed.

It’s only Diaz’s second project since her return to film last year with Netflix’s Back In Action after a break of more than a decade to focus on family. Married to Good Charlotte guitarist Benji Madden, Diaz has two children (daughter Raddix, seven, and son Cardinal, two) and has called her career break the best years of her life.

‘It was just something I had to do to reclaim my own life,’ she explained at Fortune’s Most Powerful Women Summit last year. ‘Nobody’s opinion, nobody’s success, no one’s offer, no one’s anything could change my mind about my decision of taking care of myself and building the life that I really wanted to have.’

Her decision to return to the big screen then was tentative. Initially, she said it was only the lure of working with Jamie Foxx in Back In Action that got Diaz back on set. Even then, she was reticent about making her Hollywood comeback permanent. ‘I don’t know how I view it,’ she admitted on The Graham Norton Show. ‘If I say it then it becomes this thing. I reserve the right to say no to doing a movie ever again, and I reserve the right to say yes if I decide to.’

So, what has Diaz said yes to since? So far, reprising her role as Princess Fiona in Shrek 5, leading an action comedy called Bad Day about a single mother having the worst day of her life and a romantic comedy starring opposite Stephen Merchant.

Diaz might have intended to merely dip her toe back in the acting pool, but as the most booked woman in Hollywood throughout the noughties, she’s seemingly ended up diving headfirst back into it. And the most joyfully surprising development? At 53, she’s getting the same roles she would have way back then. Where many female actors complain of being pigeonholed as they age, one might expect that taking such a long career break would’ve relegated Diaz to ageing, matenal roles. And yet, as ever, her new choices prove she has range.

‘The industry is constantly lamenting the supposed death of the movie star, so studio heads and film-makers are desperate for some old-fashioned charisma,’ Empire’s Alex Godfrey explains. ‘There’s something timeless about Cameron, she can easily slot into any era, exuding an old-Hollywood charm as well as contemporary chops. The industry has changed seismically in her absence, but she hasn’t seemed to at all.’

There’s a reason Diaz fever is spreading – and we’re glad to catch it all over again.

Georgia Aspinall is an award-winning journalist and senior editor at Grazia UK. As well as co-ordinating news and features for both digital and print, she is responsible for Grazia's campaigning efforts. Georgia has a vast knowledge of digital journalism and SEO best practice, covering women's interest stories across politics, health, dating, travel and pop culture.

If nothing brings you joy quite like watching the rich and famous tackle some gruelling bushtucker trials, then you'll be thrilled to know I'm A Celebrity... South Africa is back.

From self-professed diva Gemma Collins to David Haye (of both boxing and throuple fame), the ITV spin-off show sees some of our most iconic campmates head to the South African jungle for a second chance at being crowned Jungle King or Jungle Queen.

One of those campmates who jumped at the chance of a return was actor Adam Thomas. Best known for the role of Adam Barton on Emmerdale and Donte Charles on Waterloo Road, the actor first appeared on the show back in 2016, finishing in third place on IAC's 16th series.

Now having returned for the All Stars spin-off, Adam's positive energy is proving popular with viewers - particularly given his health battle. Adam has Psoriatic Arthritis, a chronic autoimmune condition causing severe joint pain, swelling, and stiffness that once left him unable to walk.

Taking to X (formerly Twitter) to share their love for the IAC star, one viewer wrote, 'So amazing to see Adam Thomas on I’m A Celebrity while living with a chronic condition with no cure, which I also deal with as a young person.' Another added, 'Adam smashing it for those of us who suffer from Psoriatic Arthritis! Rooting for you all the way. Show what we can do while dealing with this horrid disease.'

Adam first revealed his diagnosis back in 2023, having been diagnosed at the age of just 34. During an Instagram post at the time, the actor thanked his wife and children for 'sticking with me through this journey. I know it was challenging at times, but hopefully, we were heading in the right direction.’

Naturally, interest is growing around Adam's life outside the jungle. Who is his wife and what does she do? Here's what you need to know about Caroline Daly, and her marriage to Adam Thomas.

Who is Caroline Daly, and when did she marry Adam Thomas?

Caroline Daly is a professional dancer and dance teacher, who is currently married to actor Adam Thomas.

Caroline first met Adam back in 2007, when Adam was 19 years old and appearing on Waterloo Road. After several years of dating, the pair tied the knot in 2017 during a ceremony in Cheshire.

How old is Caroline Daly?

Although Caroline's exact age isn't known, some reports online have said she's in her mid-30's as of 2026 - making her around the same age as 37 year old Adam.

What does Caroline Daly do?

While her husband is a TV star and actor, Caroline is a former professional dancer. She now runs her own dance school, ABCD School of Dance and Drama, and is also an influencer.

When Adam appeared on Strictly Come Dancing back in 2023, some fans thought his wife's dance expertise may have given him a little head start. When asked whether he'd picked up any dancing tips from Caroline, Adam said, 'None whatsoever! I wish she had [taught me some], but no, not yet.'

Do Caroline Daly and Adam Thomas have children?

Caroline and Adam share two children together: a son named Teddy, 11, and a daughter named Elsie-Rose, seven.

In 2012, Adam and Caroline welcomed their son - with Teddy having since appeared on Waterloo Road alongside his dad. They welcomed their daughter Elsie-Rose in 2018, with some reports online saying she's also a talented dancer like her mother.

Does Caroline Daly have Instagram?

She does! You can follow Caroline on Instagram @carolinethomas23, where she posts 'My family, my home, beauty and fashion.'

I'm A Celebrity... South Africa continues on ITVX and ITV1

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The pandemic ushered in a wave of comfortable clothing that I’m so happy we haven’t completely let go of. Wearing tight jeans for 8+ hours on an office day was not fun for anyone. Wide-leg jeans, sweats, and loungewear being normalised for outside wear is such a great thing. Pyjama bottoms next? I can only hope. For now, we find comfort in their grown-up cousin: track pants - just as cool, widely available, and equally comfortable.

A track pant is not to be confused with a sweatpant. Although both bottoms fall under the umbrella of sportswear, they are actually very different. Tracks are typically light and airy, sometimes striped, and are known to make that ‘shuku shku’ sound that shell anoraks do so well. Sweatpants, on the other hand, are usually thicker and made from fleece or cotton.

Adidas created the first notable pair of track pants in the 1960s made from nylon, and now, in 2026, they’ve become a staple in the wardrobe of many fashion lovers. The quality is great, and the colour pairings are visually striking. And it’s not just that, the actual fit is flattering and has a way of grounding a look. However, due to all the reasons listed above, popularity is guaranteed, which means that they just never stay in stock.

Thankfully, track pants are not in their infancy, and many brands have caught on to their appeal. You can go onto most sports-led sites and find track pants fit for styling with a casual loafer and cropped trench jacket. Brands like Alo Yoga, Adanola, and Sisterly Tribe have done an amazing job at creating elevated selections that can take you from the gym to brunch - so good you won’t even want to work out in them.

Part of the newfound track pant appeal certainly goes side by side with the stripy trend that fashion has adopted, courtesy of the preppy polo. Stripes have become a pattern that works so well in sprucing up your wardrobe basics.

In terms of wearing your track pants, try teaming them with an oversized shirt and trainers. For a smarter look, a blazer on top of the trousers will not look out of place - trust us. If you really want to create some stop-and-stare, Daisy’s picture below (right) is a perfect example of how to do print maxing correctly this spring.

To save you some time, we’ve done the hard work and found all the best track pants on the internet. And spoiler alert, there is a style for every kind of girl. Needles is the pant heralded by the most stylish in Tokyo, Oner Active is code for the sporty chick; and, of course, Adidas is a big OG classic. Scroll and find your new favourite trousers.

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Renee Washington, Grazia's digital fashion and beauty writer, lives online. With a penchant for wispy lashes and streetwear, she writes about the worlds of fashion and beauty from the viewpoint of the modern fashion girlie.

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If you've been watching the first all-stars edition of I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here! you'll recognise Ashley Roberts, famed for being one sixth of the Pussycat Dolls, who first appeared on the ITV reality show in 2012.

Her first stint came two years after the Pussycat Dolls first broke up following their 2009 world tour. Sadly, after an incredible run and an arsenal of hits including Buttons, Don't Cha and Stickwitu, Ashley, Nicole Scherzinger, Kimberly Wyatt, Carmit Bachar, Jessica Sutta and Melody Thornton parted ways on fraught terms. While Melody felt undervalued as a vocalist (and has said as much since), Nicole later cited difficult working conditions and scheduling issues as a reason for the split. Either way, it was a big loss.

In 2019, the group announced a reunion tour, much to the delight of fans, however their plans were scuppered by the pandemic. Then last month came the news that the group is getting back together once more – this time as a three piece comprised of Nicole, Ashley and Kimberly.

The 53-date PCD Forever tour kicks off on 5 June and runs until 13 October, with the final night taking place in London. Unfortunately, this isn't something Ashley was able to speak about during her second stint on I'm A Celeb because the series was pre-recorded last September, and the tour had not yet been confirmed or announced.

Nicole said 'the time of everything was just perfect', having recently reached a confidential settlement with the group's founder Robin Antin after a multi-year dispute over who had creative control of the group.

Meanwhile Kimberly described the tour as 'an incredible thing to be able to do after 20 years'. She added, 'The Pussycat Dolls have always been known for an ever-changing line-up. It just so happens that right now we're in a space where we feel united and in a palce where we're ready to push forward. And this is the line-up now, for 2026, but you never know with the Pussycat Dolls what might come next.'

Nicole added: 'After 20 years, you're like, "Where is everybody?" But for us, it aligned. People are in difference places. in their lives, some of the other people have different commitments and priorities, but this worked out for us.'

However, it turns out not everyone sees it that way. While Carmit, who is not part of the latest iteration, has not released a statement about the reunion, she has re-shared posts on social media that seem to reflect her stance on the matter. One post from singer and dancer Lil Eddie read: 'I have been very close friends with a lot of the Pussycat Dolls, Carmit, we're really close friends. I've worked with Nicole, I've been a singer with Ashley and Jessica, featured together, and written a lot of music together.

'I'm very upset about this "Pussycat Doll reunion", I'm no smoke without none of you girls, but I do have a problem when I see my other home girls who were very instrumental in building the brand, not a part of this reunion, this doesn't sit well with me, somebody needs to do something and fix this. Everybody is important to the brand, Carmit is very important to the band.'

Carmit also shared another post from a fan that read, 'It ain't the @pussycatdolls if @therealcarmit isn't there.' Carmit also revealed in March that when she left the band in 2008, it wasn't her decision. 'People have no idea that wasn't my decision,' she wrote. 'The label gave me an ultimatum... Choose between the project I spent years co-creating, The Zodiac Show, or come back to the PCD Tour. I wanted to do both but that wasn't an option.'

Jessica was also quick to share a cryptic (or not so cryptic) response to the reunion news on social media. She shared a quote that read, 'Fuck off (phr). When you say it backwards, it's still the same in a British accent' and then tagged Carmit's handle. Jessica also reshared a quote saying: 'It's all about who stands in the rain with you, when they also have a choice to be dry. Remember that.'

Contrary to popular belief, Melody is reportedly on good terms with Nicole (and still follows her on Instagram) and has not publicly commented on the reunion news. Despite previously talking about how being in the group affected her confidence 'because I wasn't using my best asset [my voice] and I was the weakest dancer', it seems like Melody has closed the PCD chapter and doesn't want to reopen old wounds.

Nikki Peach is a senior writer at Grazia, working across news, entertainment, features. She has also written for the i, i-D and the New Statesman Media Group and covers all things pop culture for Grazia (treating high and lowbrow with equal respect).

Is fashion putting its ugliest foot forward? It certainly feels that way. Lately, the most interesting styling choices are happening below the ankle, where shoes have shifted from supporting act to headline moment. They’re bolder, stranger and, in many cases, deliberately awkward. Footwear isn’t finishing outfits anymore; it’s starting conversations.

Many of the silhouettes currently dominating feeds were originally designed with entirely different intentions before being reclaimed by fashion’s wider circles. The boxing boot belonged in the ring, the split-toe design of the Maison Margiela Tabi was lifted from 15th-century Japanese work socks, and Vibram’s FiveFingers were made for hikers and barefoot-walking enthusiasts chasing 'natural' movement. None were conceived as street style bait, yet each has found a second life on pavements and front rows alike.

The so-called ugly shoe theory helps explain the appeal. An unexpected, even slightly jarring shoe often disrupts an outfit (in the best way). It prevents a look from feeling overly predictable, adding friction that makes everything else feel more styled. The tension is what makes a great look; the 'wrong' choice can end up being the smartest one.

Boxing Boots

Somewhere between a trainer and a lace-up boot, the boxing silhouette has re-emerged with surprising elegance. Originally built for ankle support, it now reads as lean and directional rather than purely athletic.

Brands we already rotate daily have extended their classics into higher cuts. Puma has reworked its Speedcat, while Onitsuka Tiger has experimented with elongated versions of the Mexico 66. Even Adidas partnered with Miaou towards the end of last year on a streamlined iteration that removed excess lacing while still keeping the athletic spirit intact.

For those hesitant about committing to the full ring-ready height, lower-profile versions offer a subtle nod without overwhelming the rest of your wardrobe. And if it still feels like a step too far, observing from the sidelines is perfectly valid; part of the fun is watching how others interpret it.

Split-Toe Shoes

When Maison Margiela introduced the Tabi boot in 1988, inspired by traditional Japanese split-toe socks, it caused understandable double takes. Decades later, that once-shocking divide has become part of fashion’s visual language. The design has even slipped into meme territory, with wearers on social media placing objects between their toes for comic effect, proving that irreverence often accompanies longevity.

The boots laid the groundwork, but the ballet flats have propelled the silhouette firmly into the mainstream. Styling them requires a certain ease: lean into their origins with split-toe socks, or counterbalance their distinct shape with fluid skirts, tailored shorts or slim leggings. The key lies in allowing the shoe to hold its own without competing elements fighting for attention.

Vibram FiveFinger Shoes

If the Tabi walked so that split toes could run, the FiveFingers sprinted straight into the spotlight. Designed to mimic barefoot movement, they prioritised function above all else, yet that technical focus has become part of their allure.

The Q2 2025 Lyst Index placed Vibram’s FiveFingers at number five, a notable ranking for a style once considered niche. Spotted on artists such as Doechii and members of BLACKPINK, the shoe has shifted from performance gear to fashion statement. Its appeal lies in its honesty; it doesn’t attempt to disguise its purpose.

Wedge Trainers

Nothing proves fashion’s cyclical nature quite like the return of the wedge trainer. Once a defining feature of the early 2010s, the style has resurfaced with renewed confidence among a younger audience.

Beyoncé famously wore Isabel Marant wedge sneakers in her ‘Love On Top’ video, cementing their place in pop culture, and years later Blue Ivy Carter was spotted embracing the shoe too, signalling its generational handover.

Puma has released updated versions in muted greys, tans and browns, shades that fit seamlessly into everyday dressing. The hidden lift offers height without sacrificing comfort, and when styled with relaxed tailoring or denim, the effect feels less throwback.

Jelly Mules

The jelly mule occupies a slightly different lane, leaning into more playful dressing. The collaboration between Y/Project and Brazilian heritage label Melissa, first presented during Y/Project’s fall/winter ’21 show under Glenn Martens, introduced a sculptural take that felt almost cartoonish in its proportions.

It reminds me of childhood dress-up memories while also challenging ‘conventional ideas’ of smart dressing. Perhaps that’s why adoption has been gradual; many people need to see an quirky piece styled in context before embracing it themselves. Paired with sharp suiting, slouchy denim or a simple slip dress in warmer months, it feels unexpectedly harmonious.

Renee Washington, Grazia's digital fashion and beauty writer, lives online. With a penchant for wispy lashes and streetwear, she writes about the worlds of fashion and beauty from the viewpoint of the modern fashion girlie.

OK, we get it: buying new jeans can be a Sisyphean ordeal. The fitting-room spotlight that somehow makes your kneecaps look judgemental. The slow-build heatstroke. The overstimulation of too many zips, mirrors and thoughts. Jean-buying is one of life’s greatest sartorial plights, yet necessary. Which would almost be bearable if denim, as a category, would just hold still, but the speed of the trend cycle means there’s a new jean shape to know on a near-monthly basis. We’ve all got used to the horseshoe jean but now – according to Alexa Chung and Rihanna in Paris for couture shows last month – what we should be asking for is: stovepipe jeans. Yes, stovepipe. Like a Victorian chimney. Like the industrial revolution, but denim.

In case you too are only vaguely aware of what that means, here’s the gist: stovepipe jeans are slimmer than a classic straight leg, looser than skinny jeans and defined by a straight line from hip to ankle. They fit closely without clinging, giving the leg a long, neat shape without the vacuum-packed look of spray-on skinnies. Often, they’re cut with a high-rise waist, which is convenient because it means you can eat lunch and still feel held together. In short, they’re slim, straight-leg jeans. The sort of jeans you wear when you’ve got a lunch booked somewhere with cloth napkins rather than the pub on a Sunday. And annoyingly, they’re quite good.

The stovepipe silhouette has an elongating effect, creating a clean line that makes even basic blue denim look borderline tailored. Which is why it’s being sold to us as the unicorn jean: the office-appropriate jean, the blazer-friendly jean, the jean that implies you own a steamed shirt. Styling-wise, Francophiles can reach for ballet flats and a neat knit. But if ballet flats feel too exposing, consider Mary Janes the perfect halfway house. On top, you’ll want to tuck something in (yes, really) because stovepipes work best when you let the silhouette do its thing. No tunic-length shirts and bulky layers here; the whole point is the leg line. Which brings us to the wash: stovepipes look better in darker, more saturated shades like indigo.

So there you go: the latest denim shape, decoded. Another reason to find yourself back in the fitting room – but at least with the hopes of looking like Alexa Chung.

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Henrik Lischke is the senior fashion news & features editor at Grazia. Prior to that, he worked at British Vogue, and was junior fashion editor at The Sunday Times Style.

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‘My idea is to bust the myth that the Queen wasn’t interested in fashion’, says the curator behind the forthcoming mega-exhibition, Queen Elizabeth II: Her Life In Style. Caroline de Guitaut, whose glamorous name and title – surveyor of the King’s works of art – makes her sound like a character in a Hilary Mantel novel, is explaining why the Queen’s style should be remembered for much more than her latter-day rotation of rainbow bright hats and coats, which once inspired the hashtag #neonat90. ‘It was often said, even when Her Majesty was alive, that it was Princess Margaret who was the fashionable one, but what this incredible collection of British couture shows us is not only how the Queen supported British fashion her entire life, and how she wore clothes that reflected what was fashionable at the time, but how she was absolutely at the heart of making all the decisions about everything she wore.’

We are on the Crown Estate at Windsor, in an unassuming building a few cattle fields away from Frogmore House, in a conservation room where pieces from the late Queen’s collection are being prepped for next spring’s exhibition. In fact, we are surrounded by the changing figure of the Queen over her lifetime, in textile form; the room is crammed with underpinnings – the body-paddings, underskirts and crinolines taken from the mannequins of the last blockbuster exhibition, Fashioning A Reign: 90 Years Of Style From The Queen’s Wardrobe (which de Guitaut also curated), and are being reused here, in an apt, queenish make-do-and-mend way.

A decade on, this new exhibition, to be held at The King’s Gallery at Buckingham Palace from April 2026 (the tickets for which have just gone on sale) marks the centenary of Queen Elizabeth II’s birth and will be the largest exhibition of her fashion ever mounted. ‘The heart of it began with the King recognising how important and extensive this collection is,’ says de Guitaut. ‘He wanted this to become part of the Royal Collection, to be used and shared with the public because, obviously, prior to Her Majesty’s death, this was all hanging in her wardrobes, in many, many rooms.’

The mind boggles as to how many rooms and wardrobes – no, how many clothes the Queen wore in her lifetime. Imagine collecting and cataloguing them all from so many closets, so many homes. For the exhibition, de Guitaut has rounded up some 200 items, half of which will be on display for the first time: from birth to adulthood, glamorous princess to dutiful queen, off-duty style to diplomatic dressing for the global stage, every piece charting the remarkable journey of Britain’s longest-reigning monarch.

We perhaps don’t think of the late Queen’s style as breaking news, at least not in the same way anything worn by modern royals Kate Middleton and Meghan Markle is now. And that was the point. As the world’s first celebrity ruler, she was acutely aware of her image and the public’s entitlement to be the judge of every inch of it. Sticking to a coordinated personal uniform forced her subjects to remain focused on her royal duties. Her wardrobe, which she often re-wore, projected a sense of stability and self-control in an undeniably messy world. It was a no-fuss style strategy that has no doubt inspired countless celebrities and politicians.

‘The Queen certainly used clothing to convey messages to a whole new level,’ says de Guitaut, pointing to an evening dress designed by Ian Thomas for a state banquet in Beijing in 1986. The pale pink silk is lavishly decorated with crystal tree peony blossoms, the national flower of China and one associated with prosperity and success. ‘Everything was so carefully thought through, so minutely focused upon, both by her and her couturiers, that she didn’t even need to say anything. The dress could do the talking.’

Indeed, the Queen’s fashion needed to operate on multiple levels; clothes had to be appropriate but regal, nod to fashion but never lead it, and this was true even as a child. From the Liberty-print dresses and matching bloomers, circa 1935, displayed here on pint-sized princess mannequins, to her first piece of couture, worn aged eight. Designed by British couturier Edward Molyneux for the 1934 wedding of her uncle the Duke of Kent to Princess Marina of Greece and Denmark, it was a white satin bridesmaid’s gown.

Just like today – but for spectacularly different reasons – there was much riding on the royal family’s image. In a post-WWII world, it would have been vital to see a glowing, glamorous princess in her twenties, powerfully projecting optimism on a global scale. ‘When you think of the royal family – George VI, Queen Elizabeth and the Princesses Elizabeth and Margaret – onboard the battleship HMS Vanguard for the 1947 South Africa royal tour, the very first overseas state visit after the war,’ explains de Guitaut, ‘and then think of [Norman] Hartnell being commissioned to create wardrobes for the queen and both princesses; it was a pretty big deal for a couturier to do that for a nine-week tour.’

She points to a cream sailor suit – a rare piece of tailoring that survived the then 21-year-old’s tour wardrobe. Apparently, George VI gave Hartnell permission to use these original gilt naval buttons, as long as they were returned to a naval uniform after the tour; thankfully, they never were.

Even before the advent of social media, everywhere the Queen went and everything she did was minutely scrutinised. Imagine the significance of the outfit she wore for her first meeting in Paris with Mrs Simpson, the Duchess of Windsor in 1972 – a historically charged moment with the woman for whom her uncle Edward VIII abdicated the throne. Perhaps knowing she would be photographed alongside Wallis, the elegant veteran fashion plate, the Queen went all-out in the fashionable bold prints and higher hemlines of the time.

At the heart of the exhibition is the Queen’s lifelong support of British fashion. ‘Most people today have probably never heard of Hartnell, Hardy Amies or Ian Thomas, the designers at the vanguard of British couture,’ says de Guitaut of the couturiers whose legacy is also preserved by this collection. Thanks to the incredible archive of letters, bills and sketches, she has been able to build a clear picture of the Queen’s relationship with these designers. ‘Of course, she had fittings with her key designers all her life, so she was in direct correspondence with them and kept a lot of personal letters, which underlines just how close she held those relationships.’

It’s easy to see the star pieces of the show will be the glamorous couture. Perhaps the ensemble she wore to Princess Alexandra’s 1963 wedding, reflecting the influence of Parisian couture in its delicate silk organza and lily-of-the-valley embroideries, or the 1961 pale lemon duchess satin bell-shaped gown by Amies, worn on a tour of Pakistan. Amies joined as royal couturier in 1951 to share the huge workload with Hartnell, de Guitaut says, which makes me wonder aloud if this led to creative tension? After all, Amies was a master of tailored construction who favoured an architectural silhouette and subtly tried to steer the queen away from lavish embroideries and towards his preferred sophisticated ‘off-colours’, in stark contrast to Hartnell’s opulence and his embrace of every colour in the rainbow. So, how did Hartnell view the ambitious newcomer with his modern ways; did these rivals introduce a competitive edge to the royal wardrobe? If there was any friction between the two couturiers, the ever-diplomatic de Guitaut isn’t saying.

What’s clear, though, from the wonderful stories that these clothes tell, is the late Queen’s enduring loyalty to a network of British artisans, from tailors and milliners to glove, belt and handbag makers. Like her well-worn hacking jacket, here laid out flat on a table. ‘An exquisite example from the late ’50s, made by one of Hartnell’s former tailors, “Monsieur John”,’ de Guitaut says with a smile. ‘In fact, he was called John Driscoll and left the couture studio to set up his own business in Eastbourne, and the Queen insisted on having all her tweeds made by him until he died.’

While her off-duty look of headscarves and jackets was a personal uniform of comfort and practicality, its classicism proved unexpectedly influential, becoming a source of subversion and inspiration for Erdem, Christopher Kane and Richard Quinn – all represented in the exhibition. The latter, she awarded the inaugural Queen Elizabeth II Award for British design in 2018.

So many of Queen Elizabeth II’s styles are iconic – in the truest sense of the word. Much like Anna Wintour’s sunglasses or Karl Lagerfeld’s ponytail and starched white collars, the Queen’s signature looks, be it headscarf and tweeds or coordinated brights, transcended the crown to become pop-culture icons. Today’s influencers, celebrities and politicians, take note! If you want to win at a wardrobe of statecraft and soft power, this is the exhibition for you as, more than a historical retrospective, it serves up the entire playbook of how to make an iconic identity.

Tickets for Queen Elizabeth II: Her Life In Style, which opens on 10 April 2026 at Buckingham Palace, are available at rct.uk/queenelizabeth.

Rebecca Lowthorpe worked as fashion director for Grazia from 2016 to 2019; she is currently Grazia’s acting assistant editor, overseeing fashion and beauty content.

For years, Coachella has been synonymous with one thing: OTT festival dressing. We're talking mesh dresses, sequined bralettes, sparkly fringing, boho lace, metallic fabrics, cowboy boots, and endless glitter – often camp, always maximalist. It's fun, sure, but not exactly wearable anywhere else. This year, however, something has shifted in the desert air, and even the most chic It girls seem to be trading in the theatrics for a fuss-free style. Don't believe us? Take a look at Kendall Jenner, whose simple shorts and tank top outfit has set what looks like spring's easiest trend yet: dressing for normal life.

Kendall Jenner attended the first weekend of Coachella 2026 in an incredibly simple look: a white tank top from Wardrobe.NYC x Haliey Bieber and white Levi's cutoff shorts accented with a sleek leather belt from The Row. Her pared-back accessories stuck to a similarly minimal yet elevated brief with Ann Demeulemeester biker boots, the Kate Spade New York Duo shoulder bag in suede, and a relaxed baseball cap from Adidas. In a stark contrast to the ruffled, sheer, layered and bedazzled looks Coachella is generally known for, Jenner's low-maintenance outfit feels chic without trying too hard. Which means it is also incredibly easy to recreate, even on a budget.

The best part about Jenner's outfit is the fact that it feels like a formula you'd reach for instinctually for spring/summer. It's easy, wearable, and you probably own a version of every piece, from the sleek tank top to the biker boots. Of course, the exact look works as well as it does thanks to the fact that it's worn by a supermodel, but the beauty of this outfit is that you could easily separate each element to seamlessly incorporate it into your everyday wardrobe.

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After decades of cycling through aesthetic 'cores' – from Barbie and bloke to gorp and poet – we're starting to come back full circle to 2014's normcore style. An era where jeans, button-downs, tank tops and worn-down New Balance trainers were all fashion-forward social currency. And considering how often we've been cycling through recent trends, it's no surprise that the coolest women are returning to the basics. Except this time, we're throwing in some elegant accessories to make normcore a bit more refined and effortlessly sophisticated.

Whether you're packing for a music festival this summer, heading on holiday to sunny shores abroad, or simply grabbing coffee and running errands, Kendall Jenner's Coachella outfit will see you through it all. And that's precisely why we're bookmarking her formula for an easy spring/summer style fix this season.

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Hitanshi Kamdar is the deputy commerce editor for Grazia. Hitanshi is always on the hunt for the latest trends, emerging designers and the internet’s most bizarre style discourse. When not writing, she can be found IDing outfits during Netflix binges and scouring the internet for designer sample sales.

After spending the weekend glued to our screens for a glimpse into the world of Coachella, we have one thing to say – Sabrina Carpenter, the woman you are. Carrying out her first headline set in the dessert, Carpenter pulled out all the stops to wrap the world in Sabrinawood. There were countless outfit changes, dance sketches and celebrity cameos that brought her viral TikTok sounds Manchild, House Tour, and Espresso (to name a few) to life. But for us, it was her bombshell beauty look that really stole the show.

Testament to just how good it really was? Even after a 20-song set sung live in the Colorado Desert, Carpenter's flawless base was fully in tact. Understandably, only the most hardworking, robust beauty products made the cut for Carpenter's Coachella glam and the singer's make-up artist Carolina Gonzalez just revealed everything she used to achieve the look, including a cult-classic, budge-proof foundation.

For her Coachella weekend one look, Gonzalez called on Armani Beauty to create Carpenter's grown-up old Hollywood aesthetic, which counted doll-like eyes, soft blush, a deep full lip, and a lit-from-within flawless base that came courtesy of Armani's Luminous Silk Foundation, £49.

As the beauty world's blockbuster base, it makes sense Carpenter relied on the cult classic for her Sabrinawood performance. A well-trusted, go-to for professional make-up artists, celebrities and beauty editors the world over, it has garnered holy grail status for its lightweight, breathable feel and medium coverage, which can be built up to impart a covetable natural-looking, velvety second-skin finish.

Recently reformulated, the skin-first foundation has renewed its commitment to healthy skin with the introduction of additional skincare ingredients like niacinamide to help plump, hydrate and fade, as well as Mediterranean lily and white lupine extracts to improve skin texture after 14 days of use. Meaning, as well as its immediate skin perfecting benefits, the foundation offers serious long-term gains, too.

But Luminous Silk devotees need not be put off by the new iteration as the lure of the OG remains. It still delivers a natural, soft-focus, radiant finish that ensures skin still look like skin. In fact, Armani global make-up artist, Hiromi Ueda, explains, 'We haven't changed the original formula totally. Keeping in everything people loved about it - the glow, second-skin finish, versatility - what we did do was add more skincare benefits. That means a formula with a nourishing texture and 24 hour hydration that plumps, fades dark spots, and controls oil.'

No wonder Sabrina Carpenter is a fan.

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If you ever look at the I'm A Celebrity line-up and wonder how they managed to get TOWIE legend Gemma Collins, former boxing champion David Haye and Pussycat Doll Ashley Roberts under the same tarpaulin, the answer is because they are all paid (wildly) different amounts to take part in the show.

The highest paid contestants in I'm A Celeb history are Coleen Rooney, who finished second in 2024, and Nigel Farage, who (controversially) finished third in 2023. Each were paid £1.5 million.

Although the fees of the I'm A Celeb All Stars series in South Africa, which was filmed last September, have not been published yet, there is reportedly a row brewing over pay discrepancies.

Apparently former Premier League player Jimmy Bullard was 'furious' when he found out he was being paid less than ex-football manager Harry Redknapp. According to reports, back in 2014 Jimmy was paid £100,000 while Harry received £500,000 four years later in 2018, making him one of the show's highest paid contestants.

'Jimmy expected to be on the same page as Harry. However, Harry is considered one of the biggest names of the South Africa series,' a source revealed. 'He also loves spending time at home with his wife Sandra and it would have taken a big fee for him to spend in South Africa without her.'

I'm A Celeb continues on ITV1 at 9pm, however the finishing times of each episodes varies (usually being sometime between 10pm and 10:30pm).

How much are the I'm A Celeb All Stars cast paid?

Although their most recent fee hasn't been made public yet, this is what the All Star line-up reportedly received the first time they went on the show.

Adam Thomas (2016): £60,000–£80,000

Ashley Roberts (2012): £100,000–£150,000

Beverley Callard (2020): £125,000

Craig Charles (2014): £100,000

Gemma Collins (2011): £100,000

Harry Redknapp (2018): £500,000

Jimmy Bullard (2014): £70,000–£100,000

Scarlett Moffatt (2014): £60,000–£80,000

Sinitta (2011): £80,000–£100,000

Seann Walsh (2018): £40,000–£60,000

David Haye (2012): £100,000–£150,000

Mo Farah (2020): £300,000–£400,000

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We can probably thank Kendrick Lamar for nudging bootcuts back into the spotlight last year. After seasons of extremes - ultra-baggy one minute, rigid straight-legs the next - the focus has shifted back to fit and shape, and designers are reworking silhouettes in a way that actually responds to the body. With Alaïa’s first denim collection that idea is pushed to its most refined point. ‘A study of the body’, is designed to sculpt rather than sit stiffly on top of your legs. The new jeans come in six styles - round, bootcut, fit and flare, palazzo, skinny, and straight. And you guessed it. Our eyes are firmly on the flared silhouettes.

Because flares aren’t what they used to be, they’re not all bell-bottoms. The spectrum is wider now, from subtle, almost-straight bootcuts to soft fit-and-flares and, yes, full disco pants if you want the drama, but the key difference is proportion. The modern versions are slimmer through the thigh, more controlled through the knee, and far more wearable day-to-day.

They’ve always had a reputation for working with boots (hence the name), and for a long time that felt like the only way to style them. But that’s what’s changed too - the shape itself does so much of the work, lengthening the leg and balancing the hips.

I’ve been a fan for years. Standing at 5 '10, I don’t commit to jeans lightly, and most of my jeans are low-waisted and bootcut. If anything, it’s one of the easiest silhouettes to wear (once you stop overthinking it).

Cool And Casual

A simple shirt with a pair of bootcuts and a slim trainer is one of those outfits that falls together without much effort. The hem sits neatly over the shoe, which keeps the line of the leg looking long and uninterrupted, and it’s likely everything you’re wearing is already in your wardrobe. It works particularly well on warmer days when you want something easy but still pulled together, and it can lean slightly office-ready depending on how ironed the shirt is.

The 60/40 Formula

These jeans naturally give you a lot of leg, which makes them ideal for playing with proportion. A 60/40 split simply means letting the lower half of your outfit take up more visual space than the top, and a cropped jacket is the easiest way to achieve that. By cutting the jacket higher on the waist, you emphasise the length created by the flare. Finish the look with ballet flats - a studded pair is a fun spring swap.

Denim on Denim

There’s a reason this always works, mixing denim pieces together is a quick co-ord, and it doesn’t have to match perfectly to look cohesive. A lighter shirt with a darker trouser (or the other way around), stops things from looking too copy-and-paste. Try swapping the expected boot for a simple pump and socks; it makes the outfit a lot more interesting to look at.

Preppy Polo

The preppy polo has quickly become a must-have top this season, and pairing it with bootcut pants is an easy style win. Don’t hesitate to wear your boots; they’re made for bootcuts, after all. Adding a classic black pair will always anchor a big bell-bottom.

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It’s the early 2000s: you’re watching Lizzie McGuire, flicking over to an Avril Lavigne music video - straw-and-poke drink in hand. And somewhere in the scene, there’s a baseball tee. With its coloured sleeves and neck, often in red or navy, and crisp white body, it became one of the most recognisable off-duty staples of the era.

Back then, I had major FOMO. The baseball tee (also called a raglan tee) felt distinctly American, and as a British kid, I could only watch from afar. Fast-forward twenty years, and the trend has circled back. This time, I’ve got adult money, and the baseball top - well, it's got a whole new fashion currency.

The key difference? The styling. Where the early ‘00s version was about denim skirts, Converse, and studded belts, today’s baseball tee revival leans differently. Both Zoë Kravitz and Emily Ratajkowski noticeably brought the top last summer, spotted in blue-sleeved versions. Kravitz styled hers in New York with a sheer midi skirt - a Copenhagen-approved staple - and ballet pumps, transforming the casual tee into an actual top. Ratajkowski, meanwhile, gave it her signature downtown spin last July, pairing it with black capri pants and kitten heels. Two different women, two different approaches, but the message was the same: it’s grown up.

It’s also arriving at the perfect moment. With the rise of rugby tops and preppy polos creeping back into wardrobes, ASOS has reported a 300% increase in baseball-style tees since 2024. That sporty mood is everywhere, from streetwear to runway collections like Miu Miu, Prada and Tommy Hilfiger. Never mind the Zara ones that become an instant sell-outs.

So how do we wear it today? The baseball tee works best when you play with contrast. For everyday, balance it with wide-leg trousers and pointed flats for a grown-up look, or lean into its athletic DNA with baggy jeans and trainers. For a more unexpected take, take Kravitz’s lead and pair it with something sheer or ultra-feminine to offset its tomboy roots. Whichever way you approach it, think of the baseball tee as a blank canvas - nostalgic, yes, but now infinitely remixable.

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There is nothing more grating than carving out minutes to laboriously coat your skin in body cream only to find it dry, dull and and lacklustre a few hours later. It's a struggle I know all too well and after a week of sunny spells I was forced to confront a hard truth: my skin is most definitely not summer-ready. Scrolling through Reddit, I was comforted to find many echo my pain, but one trending post on the platform seems to have unlocked the secret to an all-over, long-lasting glow year-round: applying oil before body lotion.

In the R/beauty post, a Redditer explains, 'I usually do lotion and then oil while I'm still wet (keep them in the shower if needed, it's honestly a pretty quick process - wash hands and skincare while it dries down). But recently, I learned from Brazilian and black content creators (shoutout to @juliadamataa and @kthru.12 on TikTok) to oil before lotion. Everyone in the comments keeps repeating that oil seals, so always after lotion.'

Surely enough, after trying it themselves, the user found their skin now has a sustained glow that lasts until their next shower. 'After some days, I noticed that whenever I get to my shower in the morning, my torso is still glowing. My skin is completely dry (as in there is no more product on it) and not greasy but it looks like silk when it hits the light.'

While traditional approaches to body care, and even Google for that matter, will tell you to always apply body lotion before oil, the sentiments shared by TikTok and Reddit prove that sometimes beauty is at its best when it's off the beaten track.

What is the difference between body oil and body lotions?

To understand the order of application, it's essential to know the difference between both product categories. Dr Sonia Khorana, GP and dermatology expert, says, 'Oils and lotions work differently on the skin because of their composition and how they interact with moisture. Oils form a protective barrier that locks in existing moisture and helps support the skin’s natural barrier. Lotions, on the other hand, are often emulsions of water and oil, often with humectants that actively draw water into the skin while also providing some barrier protection. Essentially, lotions hydrate and protect, while oils mainly seal in moisture.'

How do body oils work?

According to Dr Alexis Granite, consultant dermatologist and founder of Joonbyrd, 'Oils work primarily by reinforcing the skin barrier and reducing transepidermal water loss. The outermost layer of our skin contains lipids that help keep moisture in and irritants out. Oils mimic and support this natural lipid layer, creating a protective seal that helps prevent dehydration while leaving the skin soft and supple.'

Why is it best to use body oil before body lotion?

Both Dr Granite and Dr Khorana co-sign this internet hack. Dr Granite explains, 'Applying oil after showering is an excellent way to maximise hydration because damp skin holds water more effectively. When oil is applied to slightly damp skin, it helps trap that moisture and prevents it from evaporating. It’s a simple but very effective way to maintain hydration, particularly if your skin tends to feel dry after bathing.'

But when used in tandem with a lotion subsequently, long-lasting hydration is bolstered. 'Layering an oil with a lotion combines the benefits of both hydration and barrier support. The lotion helps draw moisture into the skin and replenish hydration, while the oil helps lock that moisture in and protect the skin barrier. This combination can lead to longer-lasting hydration and a healthier-looking glow,' says Dr Granite.

The best body oil ingredients

The best body oils on the market are jam packed with a powerhouse of natural ingredients. The very best oils for hydration include: jojoba oil, which closely resembles the skin’s natural sebum; squalane, which is lightweight and highly compatible with the skin barrier; and plant oils, such as sunflower seed or sweet almond oil, which are rich in essential fatty acids. Likewise, argan oil is rich in vitamin E and fatty acids, while rosehip oil is rich in antioxidants and essential fatty acids, too. While coconut oil is popular it should be localised to very dry patches.

Dr Khorana adds, 'It's important to note that the oil should be non-comedogenic and have ingredients that support the skin barrier and hydration.'

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Anyone who has followed national treasure Gemma Collins from the beginning (TOWIE) will know that she hasn't always been lucky in love. Between telling James 'Arg' Argent he 'ain't never gonna get this candy' at a pool party in Marbella and her short-term boyfriend turned gay best friend Charlie King, fans have seen the GC weather some storms.

That was until her fiancé Rami Hawash hopped on his horse, scooped Gemma up for a second time (they first dated between 2011 and 2014) and rode off into the sunset. Now that Gemma is on I'm A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here (also for a second time) for the ITV show's first All Star spin-off in South Africa, her romantic life is receiving extra attention, and fans want to know about the man who stole her heart.

So, who is Rami? How did they meet? And when are they getting married?

Who is Gemma Collins' partner, Rami Hawash?

Gemma Collins is currently engaged to Rami Hawash, a man she had already known for 16 years. Rami is a 49-year-old car mechanic and garage owner from Romford. Gemma is 45 years old.

When did Gemma Collins and Rami Hawash first start dating?

Gemma and Rami first met in 2011, the year she made her debut on The Only Way Is Essex. At this time, Gemma was working as a car saleswoman so it's likely she and Rami would have run in similar circles. Rumour has it their first proper meeting was at the King William pub in Chigwell, Essex.

Soon after meeting, they began dating, with Rami making a brief appearance on TOWIE in season nine and even flying out to Marbella. In 2013, they got engaged, but sadly broke up shortly afterwards.

They then got back together during the pandemic and got engaged for a second time. In 2023, the wedding was called off because Gemma said she had 'no real interest' in getting married.

However, it wasn't until 2024 when Rami proposed with a huge diamond ring in the Maldives that Gemma said, 'It's official this time. He's finally put a ring on it.' Reflecting on the moment later she said, 'It was the best surprise when Rami proposed. I wasn't even wearing a bra. But I wouldn't change a thing.'

When are Gemma Collins and Rami Hawash getting married?

This is the question on everyone's lips. Although Gemma tried to tease fans on April Fool's Day by posting same (worryingly believable) fake wedding photos, her big day(s) is yet to take place. Speaking to Adam Thomas on I'm A Celeb, the GC revealed she is considering having four weddings – as she should. 'I don't know otherwise how I'm gonna make it all work,' she explained.

Do Gemma Collins and Rami Hawash have children?

No, but Rami has a six-year-old son called Tristan with his ex-wife. Gemma regularly shares snaps with Tristan on her social media accounts. In 2022, Rami posted on Instagram to celebrate Gemma's birthday and said, 'Me and Tristan are so lucky to have you in our lives. You are a wonderful partner and. a fantastic step-mum.'

What is Rami Hawash's net worth?

According to the internet, Rami is worth between £400,000 and £1.35 million.

What is Gemma Collins' net worth?

Gemma is worth an estimated £2.7-7.3 million.

Nikki Peach is a senior writer at Grazia, working across news, entertainment, features. She has also written for the i, i-D and the New Statesman Media Group and covers all things pop culture for Grazia (treating high and lowbrow with equal respect).

Married At First Sight Australia is back on our screens - and, as expected, it’s already delivering chaos, controversy and couples we cannot stop talking about.

The premise? Aussie singles take the ultimate leap by marrying a total stranger, hand-picked for them by a panel of relationship experts. Cameras then follow them as they honeymoon, move in together, and navigate the realities of married life. And with surprise pregnancy announcements and dramatic unaired scenes already surfacing, some of our 2026 brides and grooms are starting to hint at how their relationships turn out. Yes, the drama is well and truly underway.

One of these couples is Joel Moses and Juliette Chae, who joined the experiment late as one of our intruder couples. Juliette was looking for a 'goofball,' which saw her matched with Joel, the man who insists he 'laughs at everything.' However, their wedding day wasn't quite as successful as our experts hoped.

So, are Juliette and Joel from MAFS Australia still together? Let's dive in.

Are Joel and Juliette from MAFS Australia still together?

Admittedly, Joel and Juliette's wedding day didn't get off to the best start. Receptionist Juliette had said she was looking for a man who could make her laugh, however model Joel's joke-stuffed wedding speech left their fellow _MAFS c_ouples questioning whether he was in the experiment for the right reasons - with Gia Fleur telling cameras, 'I don't even know [the bride] and I feel sorry for her.'

Despite their initial connection, Joel's constant one-liners left Juliette believing he was treating their wedding as more of a 'joke and a theatrical performance' than a romantic commitment. The awkwardness continued on their honeymoon, which saw the pair sleep in separate beds as they struggled to connect.

And by the first commitment ceremony, cracks were beginning to show. Juliette was seen telling experts, 'If I wasn't part of this experiment, and I just met Joel out, I wouldn't be proceeding.'

So are Joel and Juliette still together, or was this one relationship destined to fail? With the show airing weeks ahead in Australia, we do know some of the fates of our couples. Warning: spoilers lie down below...

Things took a turn for the worse in their relationship after Juliette became involved in ongoing drama with Bec Zacharia. At the sixth commitment ceremony, Juliette voiced her concerns that Joel hadn't stood up for her during the fallout. However, when expert Alessandra Rampolla began telling Juliette that Bec's behaviour was no excuse for her recent use of bad language, Juliette stormed out. Talking to Joel as she left, Juliette said, 'I’m done, you are such a dog and a pig! That was really gaslighting. I’m going back to Melbourne! You completely threw me under the bus. You are so evil!'

On MAFS Unleashed, these two gave further insight into why their relationship didn't work out. Telling fans that there were 'some ups and downs,' Juliette claimed, 'People are asking for context, and I definitely get that. I just feel uncomfortable throwing people under the best and saying stuff in a negative light about them. Like, I know he’s obviously not doing the same, and the show’s obviously showing my bad sides, for sure. But there’s been stuff where I did have to report some stuff to producers and they had to have chats with him.'

As for Joel, he shared during his appearance on MAFS Unleashed that being married to Juliette was a 'nightmare.'

Saying a huge moment of their wedding wasn't aired, Joel alleged, 'The first red flag was Juliette walked down the aisle and we met for the first time. We did the vows and we kissed and I walk left, she walks right. Soon as that happened, she starts going aggro at one of the producers, like, "I didn’t ask for a man who’s 41 years old. Why did you pair me with a guy that’s 41 years old? Blah blah blah blah blah." And then the producer said, "Juliette, you know, he’s actually 31." She’s like, "Oh, he’s got 7,000 grey hairs. I thought he was 41."

Saying their honeymoon was 'hell,' Joel continued, 'We had a few nice moments, and apart from that, she was miserable and she was cold towards me. She was rejecting. She didn’t want to connect with me. She didn’t want to go on dates with me. We went on one date on the first night, and then after that, she was just pushing me away.'

Now, this differs from Juliette's version of events - with the MAFS bride saying she did try to connect with Joel during their honeymoon. 'I did give it a crack,' she said. 'There were some ups and downs, and I think that's when I just realised I was a little bit not able to form the attraction to him yet.'

Given the fact they don't follow each other on social media, it seems they certainly haven't remained friends after the show wrapped.

Married at First Sight Australia continues on E4 and Channel4.com

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A spin-off of our original Australia celebs, I’m A Celebrity South Africa seems some of our most iconic contestants jet off to a brand new jungle camp for some more gruelling bushtucker trials. From self-professed diva Gemma Collins to David Haye (of boxing and throuple fame), it’s an impressive line up this year.

Of course, there is one major difference from our original IAC: the legends spin-off is completely pre-recorded. Filming took place back in September 2025, with it only airing in April 2026.

Nonetheless, it’s an entertaining watch - which is exactly why fans are wondering when they’ll catch some more jungle antics on their screen.

Is I’m A Celeb on tonight? And when is the next episode airing? Here’s what you need to know about our I’m A Celeb South Africa viewing schedule.

Is there an episode of I’m A Celeb South Africa on tonight?

Yes, there is! The show airs weekdays, meaning there is an episode to watch tonight (Friday 10th April, 2026). You’ll want to head on over to ITV1 or ITVX at 9pm to catch it, where it should run to around 10:15pm.

When is the next episode of I’m A Celebrity South Africa?

Having first aired on Monday 6th April, I’m a Celeb South Africa is set to run all month - with the final scheduled for 24th April. The show typically starts at 9pm, however the finishing times of each episodes varies (usually being sometime between 10pm and 10:30pm.)

The complete viewing schedule is as follows:

• Episode 5: Friday 10th April @ 9pm

• Episode 6: Monday 13th April @ 9pm

• Episode 7: Tuesday 14th April @ 9pm

• Episode 8: Wednesday 15th April @ 9pm

• Episode 9: Thursday 16th April @ 9pm

• Episode 10: Friday 17th April @ 9pm

• Episode 11: Monday 20th April @ 9pm

• Episode 12: Tuesday 21st April @ 9pm

• Episode 13: Wednesday 22nd April @9pm

• Episode 14: Thursday 23rd April @ 9pm

• Episode 15 (the finale): Friday 24th April @ 7:30pm until 10:30pm

What time does the I’m A Celeb South Africa final begin?

This final will be a little different than we’re used to, so you’ll want to make a note...

Although the show itself is pre-recorded, the final will take place live from a London studio. It’s been confirmed it’ll be a two parter, with the final beginning at 7:30pm and running through to 9pm. At that point, there’ll be a brief break, before the show returns from 10pm to 10:30pm to crown our Jungle King or Jungle Queen.

How do I watch I’m A Celebrity South Africa?

Easy peasy - you’ll be able to watch the episodes on ITV1 or ITVX at 9pm. If you aren’t able to catch it as it airs, you’ll be able to watch it on demand over on ITVX (along with any previous episodes you may have missed)

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Without a doubt, Love On The Spectrum is one of the most wholesome dating shows out there.

With around 15% to 20% of the world’s population thought to be neurodivergent, it’s little surprise why the Netflix show has become such a success. Far from the dramatic dinner parties and arguments around firepits we’re used to seeing on our screens, Love On The Spectrum offers a different view to modern dating: autistic daters experiencing first dates, first kisses, and first heartbreaks.

And since it’s first season back in 2022, the show’s participants have garnered a strong fan base. When season four dropped in April 2026, it saw several returning couples - including Georgie and Connor, and Shelley and James - face some major milestones, as well as the arrival of some newcomers.

However, sometimes the biggest revelations happen off camera. This was certainly the case for Abbey Romeo and David Isaacman, who rocketed into the spotlight during their time on Love On The Spectrum.

Despite seeming strong on the show, the news broke earlier this week that Abbey and David had ended their relationship after five years together. During season four, Abbey, 27, was seen discussing marriage - saying she and David were ‘already married in our hearts.’

Claiming that the idea of marriage was behind their split, a source told the US Sun, ‘They couldn’t come to an agreement on when to get married. She was ready years ago, he still needed time.’

Of course, the path to true love never did run smooth - which is exactly why the world has been left wondering whether our couples are just as loved up today as they were when filming ended last summer. Which Love on The Spectrum couples are still together, and which have split? Here’s everything we know…

Connor and Georgie

Status: Not together

Connor and Georgie’s relationship was one that came to an end during season four.

The pair split not long after they returned from their London trip, with Connor saying he noticed ’stark differences’ between them. He told People, ‘Firstly, this was the longest we spent with each other on a date. And well, I was just blown away by the fact I was in London. I mean, the last time I was there was just for one day and I barely got to see all the great landmarks, like Big Ben, Trafalgar Square, Piccadilly Circus and, of course, Buckingham Palace. But I noticed Georgie didn’t seem as hyped by this as I was. And well, that made me concerned. Anyone else would’ve thought themselves blessed to be here.’

However, Connor has insisted he learnt a lot from the relationship and that he wishes Georgie ‘all the best.’ Dating isn’t quite top of his priority list right now - he’s recently been ‘bitten by the Hollywood bug’ and hopes to start acting lessons soon - but he is starting to feel ready to get back out there.

As for Georgie, she’s now in a relationship with her close friend Luke, who asked her to be his girlfriend a couple months after her breakup.

Madison and Tyler

Status: Engaged

Season four saw Madison and Tyler take the next step in their relationship, with the couple still very much happily engaged and planning their wedding.

Having found her ‘cowboy sweetheart,’ Madison shared, ‘I’m very excited to get myself a good ole princess ballgown.’ And yes, the groom will wear his signature cowboy hat.

James and Shelley

Status: Still together

James and British-born Shelley were busy house hunting during season four - and congrats are in order, as the pair are officially homeowners.

Saying they found their dream home after filming wrapped, James recently explained, ‘We have been living in our house for three months now. We’ve already done so much work on it, making it an extension of ourselves, so it feels like home to us.’

Logan and Hailey

Status: Not together

Logan was one of the newcomers for season four - and it didn’t take long for him to become an absolute fan favourite. From his love of Hannah Montana and his penchant for ‘curvy, straight hair,’ Logan was ready to wave goodbye to his imaginary girlfriend, Tifah, in the hopes of finding something real.

He thought he’d found that in dinner lady Hailey, who was his first date on the show. The pair bonded over cheesecake, shared a kiss, met each other’s families, and became official boyfriend and girlfriend.

But while Love On The Spectrum ended with the pair on good terms, credits revealed that they’ve since split. Hailey and Logan met once more after filming wrapped, before Hailey decided they were better off as friends. ‘It was a learning experience,’ Logan shared.

Emma and Eric

Status: Not together

Emma was another one of our newbies for season four, with her positive attitude winning over fans. After turning down a second date with Austin, she did connect with Eric (who thankfully did appreciate her Donald Duck impression.) The pair shared a kiss, before Emma decided they were better off as friends.

Saying she’s ready to ‘date more,’ Emma now knows exactly what she wants in her future boyfriend. ‘Someone who has a good sense of humour and will laugh at my antics. Also, someone who’s responsible and who’s okay with affection.’

Dylan and Melissa

Status: Not together

Another season four newcomer, Dylan was ready to dive into dating headfirst - and by that, we mean telling his first date Caroline that she might be ‘the one.’

After his mum warned him he could be coming on a tad too strong, Logan’s second date with Melissa seemed to go slightly better. Although the pair went on another date afterwards, ‘sparks didn’t fly.’

Currently, Dylan is still single - but he’s remaining hopeful that he’ll get married and become a dad one day. He told Tudum, ‘My love life hasn’t changed since filming. I talk to the girls I went on dates with, but only as friends […] I feel more confident in myself and open to putting myself out there.’

Pari and Tina

Status: Still together

Season three’s Pari and Tina made a brief appearance during season four to attend Madison and Tyler’s engagement party! The couple are very much still together, and regularly post snippets of their relationship on social media.

Abbey and David

Status: Not together

After five happy years, it’s been reported that OG cast members Abbey and David have split. It seems it was a recent decision, with Abbey telling We Need to Talk in March 2026, 'David and I like to go places, like the L.A. Zoo, Disneyland, Universal Studios, the Griffith Observatory. He says things that make me feel good [and] he covers my ears when there’s a certain noise I don’t like.'

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The khaki army jacket was never meant to be fashionable. Built for practicality and function, it was designed to withstand all elements (rain, snow, a...painting situation), not dictate trends. However, fashion has a habit of reimagining the most niche pieces, and the army jacket is one of the greatest success stories. Somewhere between surplus store and street style, it became a perennial staple and has remained forever relevant.

I was probably first introduced to the jacket through pictures of Kate Moss. The supermodel was rarely without hers, tossing it over slip dresses, skinny jeans, or cut-offs. Sometimes she’d even contrast with the most unexpected pieces like satin and sequins, grounded by the jacket that looked like something borrowed from the boys. She made it look accidental, which of course made it all the more deliberate.

Alexa Chung, too, claimed the army jacket as her own. She wore it with tea dresses, ballet pumps, and tousled hair, infusing the piece with her brand of Brit-girl insouciance. For a generation, this became the uniform: slightly messy, chaotic and never out of place – whether at Glastonbury or when running between fashion shows.

And what made the khaki jacket so good? Its ease. It slips seamlessly into any wardrobe, flattering without trying, styling without shouting. The muted khaki shade works with everything from denim blues to faded greys, while its roomy cut invites layering when the weather turns crisp. It’s one of those pieces that makes an outfit.

Now, as fashion circles back to utility, the army jacket feels more relevant than ever. Oversized pockets echo this season’s love for big bags and room to hold essentials, while its heritage roots nod to the nostalgic fashion cycle currently taking place.

Few pieces promise to carry you through the year like this gem. It’s a reminder that sometimes the most unassuming pieces hold the most enduring power.

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Gine Margrethe Qvale is chic. And almost impossibly so, at that. The Norwegian ‘it’ girl has amassed an impressively loyal following on Instagram - 1.2 million of them and counting -  all of whom are eager to hear her hot take on the best beauty products out there. She knows what she’s talking about after years working in beauty, and just look to her glossy skin and flippy bob for further proof. It’s hardly a surprise, then, that after partnering with some of the biggest names in beauty - YSL and Dior, to name just two - she chose to launch her own brand, Bob Beauté.

Bob Beauté is rooted in Qvale’s signature ethos - ‘a neutral lip, dewy skin, and confidence that doesn’t shout.’ Given her impressive influence in the world of beauty, it’s equally unsurprising that Harvey Nichols was quick off the mark to buy into the range, with a new counter having just opened within the department store’s glossy beauty halls.

As Qvale’s life evolved as a working woman and mother of two, she felt a gap between what the industry offered and what she needed. ‘I don’t have time for trial and error,’ she says. ‘What I put on my skin has to be the best.’

The result is a collection that has made beauty editors the world over sigh with delight. This impeccably curated, beautifully luxurious edit, doesn’t just look good - it does good, too. The formulas are packed with skin loving goodness that improve complexions in the long run without complicating things. No long, laborious routines. The brand believes that ‘beauty should feel simple, effortless and luxurious’, a philosophy only a handful of labels truly achieve. Merit Beauty and Jones Road, for instance, channel that similar no-nonsense minimalism that still feels chic and joyful to use.

‘Bob wants to give you the space to live fully and look good while doing it,’ says Qvale - and her edit certainly delivers on that promise.

From the best-selling face mist, bolstered with lavender to calm inflammation and reduce redness, to the easy-to-use concealer pencil, these are products designed for busy women who want functionality and luxury in equal measure.

Shop the Grazia beauty editor approved edit of the best below:

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If you've scrolled through TikTok recently, you may have come across an unlikely beauty influencer doing the rounds. Put down your biohacking skincare and LED face mask because Chinese grandmothers are being heralded as the true experts in longevity. "Chinese Grandmother" has racked up 500M+ views on TikTok with countless content creators replicating beauty and wellness hacks rooted in Chinese tradition. It's part of a wider trend for 'Chinamaxxing,' which has seen a slew of Gen-Zers proclaim 'You Met Me At A Very Chinese Time In My Life', or so the viral meme goes.

It has seen this corner of the internet adopt practices that Chinese grandmothers have ringfenced for years - wearing house slippers indoors, drinking hot water, boosting their lymphatic flow via body whacking (yes, really), and relying on Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) to heal ailments. But it's not just a social moment of cultural appreciation (or appropriation, depending on how you see it), it signals a broader wellness shift.

Why are 'Chinese Grandmothers' trending?

'What people are calling the “Chinese Grandmother” trend is, in essence, a return to fundamentals, but not because people have suddenly rejected modern beauty – that desire for quick results will always exist,' explains Ada Ooi, integrative Chinese medicine clinician and founder of 001 London. 'What’s really happening is a response to overload. We are living in an era of constant information, new products, new technologies, and conflicting advice. When everything feels new, fast, and complex, people instinctively look for something that feels grounded, proven, and human.'

Longevity is perhaps one of the most complex beauty buzzwords of recent times, but Chinese grandmas have long taken a proactive approach to future-proofing their bodies through diet, movement and healthy habits. And, if you're looking for the simplified blueprint to living and looking better for longer, they've got you covered.

'The "Chinese Grandmother" trend represents a version of longevity that is lived daily through small, consistent habits,' says Ooi. With a focus on warmth, rhythm, food, rest, and circulation, 'it’s not about optimisation at extremes, but about maintaining balance over time. TCM sits uniquely between two worlds: it is both a formalised medical system practised clinically and a body of knowledge embedded in everyday life and households. What we’re seeing now is people rediscovering that intersection. Beauty and wellness are becoming less about intensity and more about continuity in how you live, every day.'

Born and raised in Hong Kong, 'where medicine was part of everyday life', Ooi learnt much from her grandmother about how 'the body is always communicating with you,' and now implements neuro-biology in clinic while practicing what she calls her 'Longevity Reset'.

Here's how to start your morning like a Chinese grandma, according to a longevity expert.

The 'Chinese Grandmother' morning routine

Ooi's morning routine is built around three key longevity pillars: circulation, nourishment, and regulation.

1. Circulation

Ooi begins with gentle stimulation of circulation. This is where tools like the gua sha come in, not as a trend, but as a daily practice. 'Using the 001 London MicroSculptor® No.3 The Three Slopes, £65, I work across the scalp and face to stimulate yang (uprising) Qi (vital energy or life force in TCM), then stimulate the yin areas (inner arms and thighs) to boost the lymphatic system and balance systemic organ movements. I do some intentional lymphatic drainage movements to sculpt and depuff the face and apply The Imperial Qi Elixir, £126, which has ginseng and angelica root (king and queen of herbs for Qi), both ingredients used in the imperial court, and of course, my grandmother used a lot'. The holistic ritual won't take you more than five minutes and creates a full circuit of circulation, which gets you ready for the day and boosts radiance.

2. Nourishment

When it comes to the first meal of the day, 'breakfast is always warm and savoury, often congee with tofu, seaweed, and seasonal vegetables'. Unlike most in the West, Ooi avoids coffee on an empty stomach. 'In Chinese Medicine, we talk about Jing, which you can think of as your core energy reserve, the deep, foundational energy you draw on for long-term health, resilience, and ageing. Stimulants like caffeine, when taken without nourishment, can tap into that reserve too early in the day'. Note to self.

3. Regulation

To regulate the whole body and the nervous system, Ooi starts with some gentle exercise, stretching and tapping along the meridians depending on the day and her mood, and always ends with a few deep breaths.

'Together, these pillars create consistency, maintain hormonal balance, optimise functional systemic health, and balance the nervous system, reducing cortisol spikes throughout the day, which directly impact skin health. Consistency built on daily habits is what drives health longevity,' she notes.

'Chinese Grandmother' skincare secrets

The key principle is prevention rather than correction. 'A “Chinese Grandmother” routine isn’t built around dozens of products - it’s built around function. Supporting circulation, maintaining hydration, and protecting the skin barrier are the essentials,' notes Ooi.

According to Ooi, facial massage with gua sha is fundamental as the face and head have over 100 points and are densely packed with energetic points to keep blood and lymph moving. When circulation is optimal, the skin naturally appears brighter and more lifted over time.

Another non-negotiable is using products that hydrate, maintain the skin’s natural matrix, and support the skin without overwhelming it. 'The idea is to work with the skin’s natural processes, not disrupt them. To future-proof the skin, consistency matters more than intensity. Gentle, daily rituals will always outperform aggressive, sporadic treatments.'

Slept on 'Chinese Grandmother' hacks

While ample traditional Chinese wellness practices have been documented and replicated online, some are flying under-the-radar. Ooi urges longevity junkies not to sleep on foot soaks. 'A warm foot soak is like a gentle reset button for the whole system. In TCM, many key meridians begin or end in the feet, so immersing them in warm water helps “open” these pathways, encouraging the smooth flow of Qi and blood throughout the body. At the same time, the heat and pressure on the soles stimulate rich nerve endings that send calming signals up to the brain, shifting us out of stress mode and into a more restorative, parasympathetic state. The result is a subtle but measurable full‑body recalibration: muscles soften, circulation improves, and the mind feels quieter and more grounded.'

Modern adaptations of traditional practice have introduced the use of acupressure through wearable formats like topical patches. Designed to activate specific acu-points while delivering a cooling and aromatic herbal formula to calm the nervous system and reduce stress, they work by stimulating the skin–brain connection, helping to regulate mood, ease tension, and support better sleep.

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I’ll be honest: I didn’t expect to fall for a shoe that sits somewhere between a ballet flat and a trainer. And yet, everywhere I look lately, on my Instagram feed, during my commute into London, in those impossibly chic street style shots from Copenhagen, there they are. The Adidas Samba Jane has quietly (and now not so quietly) become the surprising shoe fashion people can’t stop wearing, and I'm utterly enamoured.

At first glance, it’s a shoe that makes you do a double-take. Is it a trainer? Is it a Mary Jane? Evidently, it's both, and the Mary Jane trainer is a trend that doesn't look like it's going anywhere anytime soon. Merging two worlds together, you have the sporty DNA of the classic Adidas Sambas (a shoe whose popularity doesn't seem to be waning) with its low-profile sole and structured shape. Then, layered on top, there’s that classic Mary Jane strap: feminine, nostalgic, and wonderfully playful.

The result is a shoe that feels entirely new but also oddly familiar. It taps into that wider shift towards hybrid footwear, what's been lovingly dubbed the 'sneakerina', where comfort and style are no longer mutually exclusive. And that’s what sold me.

I’ve reached a point in my life where I refuse to choose between looking put-together and being comfortable. The Samba Jane seems to understand that. It has the ease of a trainer you can walk all day in, but with a silhouette that feels more elevated. The shoe is literally designed to combine trainer-level practicality with the elegance of a Mary Jane, making it versatile enough for everything from jeans to floaty dresses. And it isn't just me who's mentally planning every spring outfit to match them.

Once I'd noticed them, I couldn't stop seeing them in the wild. In London, they’re styled with baggy denim and bomber jackets. In Copenhagen, they’re paired with crisp shirts and voluminous skirts. They’ve become part of the 'cool girl' uniform: understated, slightly unexpected, and very intentional.

And of course, social media backs up the trend. My feed is full of fashionable women styling them in that off-duty, thrown-together way that I want to emulate. With Puma, Nike and Onitsuka Tiger also getting in on the action, it's clear this is a silhouette that's here to stay, but there's something about the Samba Jane that has my heart.

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If you've spent any time lately falling down a true crime rabbit hole on Netflix, you've probably come across a world that feels almost impossible to believe exists in modern-day America: isolated compounds, prairie dresses, and men who claim to speak directly to God to control every aspect of the lives around them. Yes, we're talking about the FLDS church.

The FLDS, or Fundamentalist Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, has been at the centre of several documentaries in recent years. First came Netflix's Keep Sweet: Pray and Obey, documenting the abuse of FLDS leader Warren Jeffs, before Trust Me: The False Prophet landed the streaming platform this month, documenting the breakaway sect of Samuel Bateman and his 'Samuelites.'

In both instances, they were men who used the FLDS belief of 'prophets' as a chance to commit abhorrant crimes against the women and girls in their communties. And in both instances, they are men currently serving time in jail.

And with a new Netflix documentary shining a light on yet another story of abuse and expolitation, it's worth getting clear on what the FLDS actually is, how it differs from mainstream Mormonism, and why, despite its imprisoned leader, it's very much still operating today. Here's everything you need to know about the FLDS church.

What is the FLDS church?

FLDS stands for ‘Fundamentalist Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.’ It’s a breakaway sect of the Mormon church, a religion which has hit headlines in recent years thanks to reality shows such as Disney's The Secret Lives Of Mormon Wives.

However, FLDS is different. Although still referred to as a church, FLDS is now often considered to be a cult, or a high-control extremist group.

At the heart of their belief is polygamy, sometimes called plural marriage, which is the act of taking multiple spouses. The FLDS believes this is as God intended, and is necessary to achieve the highest level of salvation in heaven.

The FLDS community gained attention back in 2002, when Warren Jeffs inherited the sect after his father, Rulon Jeffs, died. It kickstarted the beginning of a harrowing tale of exploitation, with Warren seizing the opportunity to cut off his followers from the outside world.

Alongside stricter rules and bans on most forms of entertainment - two former FLDS members reported the banning of 'dogs, toys, television, newspapers, the Internet, birthday and Christmas celebrations, festivals, parades, camping and fishing,' - Warren Jeffs used his power to begin a horrific cycle of abuse. Taking on over 60 wives himself, he began assigning girls in the community to some of his older male followers.

Warren was eventually jailed for life in 2011 for sexually assaulting two girls, one of which was a 12-year-old he considered to be one of his wives.

Is FLDS the same as the Mormon Church?

Absolutely not.

Despite sharing somewhat of a similar name and both using the Book of Mormon and the Bible in their teachings, these two churches are not alike at all in their leadership and goals. The mainstream LDS faith has no control over the actions of the FLDS.

Mormonism was founded by Joseph Smith in 1830, with the FLDS created much later in 1929 as a response to the ban on polygamy. In the years since, the LDS church has maintained that the two are totally separate entities, and that even calling FLDS 'fundamentalist Mormons' is confusing.

So, how do they actually differ?

Firstly, the Mormon church has not practised polygamy for a long time. They strictly prohibit polygamy, and excommunicate members who engage in the practise. In contrast, polygamy is central to FLDS communities - and it's part of the reason they even came to exist in the first place.

When the LDS (aka Mormon) church decided to end polygamous practices around 1890, those who were continuing to practise polygamy were excommunicated. Seeking a new community, many of them settled in Arizona and joined together to form the FLDS.

Another huge difference between FLDS and Mormonism is that the FLDS church believe the leader of their church to be a prophet, with God speaking directly through them. This places much more power at the hands of their leader, who is the only person allowed to perform marriages and can punish parishioners by ‘reassigning’ their wives and children to other men. Some former members of the FLDS communities told ABC they were forced to marry people they were distantly married to.

This isn't the same as mainstream Mormonism. Although LDS prophets do exist, they lead a global church through collaborative council. FLDS prophets hold absolute, singular authority over their community.

Another difference is that many FLDS members live in isolated communities, separated from mainstream society and with limited interaction with the outside world. The FLDS Mormon website states, ‘The polygamists in question here live in their own communities, which are not normally open to outsiders, although this is not true of all polygamists in all groups.’ In 2000, Warren Jeffs also ordered his followers to remove their children from public schools, with the majority now homeschooled or educated in church-led schools, where they focus on FLDS teachings as opposed to your typical academic studies.

This isn’t at all the case with members of the LDS church. With Mormons living all across the globe, they’re encouraged to be active participants in society, regardless of religious affiliations.

And although the Mormon Church does have some rules for how they prefer their members to dress, FLDS is much stricter on this. Women in the FLDS church aren’t allowed to cut their hair, with their teachings stating that they will need it in heaven to wash men’s feet as an anointing. They’re also required stay covered from ‘neck to ankles’ in Prairie dresses to avoid exposing their bodies, which are considered sacred temples.

Was Samuel Bateman and his ‘Samuelites’ members of the FLDS? Trust Me: The False Prophet explained

When Warren Jeffs was imprisoned, the FLDS largely broke off into smaller groups. Some of these included people who decided to start their own breakaway sects of the FLDS church - one of whom was Samuel Bateman.

Bateman, who is at the centre of Netflix’s latest documentary, positioned himself as a self-proclaimed FLDS prophet around 2019. He set up his own sect, his own community, and ran as leader until his arrest in 2022. He’s currently serving 50 years in prison.

Does the FLDS church still exist?

It appears that the FLDS Church is still running, albeit on a much smaller scale than it once was.

According to CNN, most of the FLDS community live in Colorado City, Arizona, and in Hildale, Utah - two towns just a five-minute drive from each other. They’re also located further afield, with some FLDS communities said to be living in Texas, South Dakota, Colorado, Nevada, British Colombia, and Mexico.

As for how many members are left, it’s not entirely clear. Amid Warren Jeffs's arrest, many members made the decision to break away - either to join breakaway FLDS sects, or to leave the church altogether. In 2022, one report estimated that there are around 6,000 to 10,000 people believed to still be part of the FLDS church.

In 2021, a judge ordered a 140-acre compound owned by the FLDS in Pringle, South Dakota, to be sold. At that time, authorities told ABC that there were only 20 people living there, with the compound purchased by former members in February 2021.

Who is running the FLDS church now?

Despite Warren Jeffs serving life in jail, he still garners strong support from the FLDS community - many who believe he is a prophet wrongly imprisoned.

As of early 2026, it’s reported online that Warren is still regarded to be the leader and ‘prophet’ of the FLDS church, despite serving a life sentence for child sexual assault. It’s said he still communicates with his followers from behind bars, either via Zoom or through trusted people.

In 2023 to 2024, Helaman Jeffs - who is one of Warren’s sons - also rose as a significant authority figure in the church. It’s been reported that he helps within the FLDS community while his father is behind bars, assisting in distributing revelations and handling duties such as performing marriages.

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Five years ago, the most faked trainers on the market were the ultra-rare pairs: the limited edition drops people camped out for, screenshotted, saved, and stalked. But when I visited StockX’s UK verification centre this week, the team told me something I didn’t expect: today, it’s the everyday shoes that get counterfeited the most. The Sambas you wear to brunch. The ASICS you commute in. TheOnitsuka Tigers you see everywhere.

Why? Because the everyday pair has become the new badge of belonging. If people are faking the basics, it means the basics are running the culture. And that shift from hype-only grails to democratic, daily-wear winners is exactly what StockX’s data reveals.

Mary Jane hybrids, slim silhouettes and sport-first performance styles are shaping what we’ll actually wear this year. Below, the three trends defining the future of trainers and the pairs worth looking at.

The Girl On The Go

If 2025 flirted with runners, 2025 made it legal. I blame the influx of new run clubs for this. ASICS didn’t just have a good 2025, it was great; sales jumped 45%, and the Gel-1130 has become the best-selling sneaker on StockX and it shows no signs of slowing. The verification platform has positioned Saucony (+ 38%), Mizuno (+148%), and Brooks (+1,508%) as trainers to watch now, all setting new sales records on the platform last year.

Pairs to know: ASICS Gel-1130, Mizuno Wave Rider, Saucony ProGrid, Brooks Ghost

The Mary Jane Loyalist

Some of us just can’t quit the classic pump. And the Mary Jane-style trainer fills that void: a hybrid that marries the nostalgia of a strap shoe with the comfort of a trainer. Having just returned from Japan, I saw them on racks from Harajuku boutiques to streetwear stores - Onitsuka Tiger Mary Jane iterations were inescapable. Back home, StockX confirms the hype: Onitsuka Tiger TGRS was the brand’s best-selling new release of 2025, and for Adidas Samba Jane this was the same. Nike’s own Air Rift version saw sales up 21% YoY, ahead of its exciting new SKIMS collab. Every major brand now has a Mary Jane–inspired hybrid, and we can expect even more this year as they are up 350% YoY on StockX in 2026.

Pairs to know: Adidas Samba Jane, Onitsuka Tiger TGRS, Nike Air Rift, Adidas Bad Bunny Ballerina

The Slim Fit Pick

Parallel to the Mary Jane hype is the skinny shoe boom. Gone are the days of chunky dad sneakers; in 2026 we will see more narrow soles and minimal branding. Most, if not all, major brands have embraced the silhouette, but a few drops really shook up the market. Last year, New Balance’s 204L’s became the brand’s best-selling new model on StockX, while Nike’s Total 90 3 ranks No.3 among new releases, proving there’s a hunger for more precise shoes. Even collaborations, like Onitsuka Tiger x Versace, generated pre-drop buzz, showing that streamlined silhouettes are truly a category-defining movement. This is the shoe for the girl who treats her kicks like architecture: wearable with tailoring, straight-leg denim, or a midi dress.

Renee Washington, Grazia's digital fashion and beauty writer, lives online. With a penchant for wispy lashes and streetwear, she writes about the worlds of fashion and beauty from the viewpoint of the modern fashion girlie.

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If there’s one unexpected joy of motherhood that nobody really prepares you for, it’s just how much fun it is dressing a baby. My toddler is 19 months old now and getting him dressed each morning has become a ritual I genuinely look forward to – yes, wriggling and wrestling included. There’s something about miniature outfits - the tiny details, the pockets, the impossibly cute prints - that makes even the most chaotic mornings feel a little more joyful.

Of course, anyone with a little one knows that cute alone doesn’t cut it. Clothes need to survive climbing, snack time, nappy changes, playground adventures and at least one outfit change before lunch. Which is why I’ve come to rely on brands that get the balance right: thoughtful design, practicality and good value. One of my go-to brands? F&F.

The new F&F Edit Babywear collection feels particularly perfect for this time of year. Spring is a season when parents inevitably want an outfit that feels a little bit special - whether that’s for a family lunch, a milestone moment or simply capturing those daffodil or blossom photos that you’ll bring out of storage when they’re 16.

One thing I love about this collection is the soft, spring-ready palette. Think gentle pastels, delicate florals and sweet detailing that feels elevated but still wearable for everyday family life. The fabrics are equally thoughtful: lots of breathable 100% cotton, which is always my first choice for babies and toddlers who seem to be constantly on the move.

For the girls, one of my favourite pieces from The F&F Edit is the Scalloped Trim Jacket and Trousers set. A co-ord instantly looks put-together (minimal effort, maximum cuteness), but they’re also surprisingly practical when wrestling a tiny human into leaving the house fully clothed. These comfy styles are perfect for a picnic in the park.

I’m partial to a nautical moment – the Striped Vest and Shorts Set features a peplum hem and pretty bow accents, and is made from 100% cotton. It’s exactly the sort of outfit that gets instant ‘awws’ from adoring relatives, and it’s soft and comfy enough for all-day wear.

Dungarees are such a great addition to your little one’s wardrobe as they’re a ready-made outfit, and the Cotton Baby Bodysuit and Dungarees is a neutral, unisex option, making it a great gift for someone who’s expecting but doesn’t know what they’re having.

Every man – yes, even the tiny ones - should have a linen set in their wardrobe, and this classic Linen Rich Striped Shirt and Shorts is the perfect place to start. Great for special occasions, it perfectly balances smart and casual.

Perhaps the best part? Everything is genuinely premium; the kind of outfits you’d happily choose for a family celebration or milestone moment, but at accessible prices. As a parent, that balance matters. Kids grow quickly, after all, but the memories you make in those tiny outfits last much longer.

So, whether you’re planning a family celebration, looking for a thoughtful gift for a new baby, or simply want some sweet spring additions to your little one’s wardrobe, the new F&F Edit Babywear collection makes dressing your baby for life’s little moments feel extra special.

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Samuel Bateman presented himself as a divinely appointed leader of his own radical offshoot of the Fundamentalist Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (FLDS), the rightful successor to a cult leader who was already behind bars. In reality, he was orchestrating a sprawling, multi-state cover-up of sexual crimes.

It's this very story of deception and abuse that is now the subject of Netflix's newest documentary, Trust Me: The False Prophet. Across four episodes, the docuseries traces how Bateman built his congregation, and the events that would lead to his eventual downfall.

Directed by Rachel Dretzin (who investigated Warren Jeffs in Netflix’s Keep Sweet: Pray and Obey), she described the project as offering 'intimate access to a normally closed world.'

And as the harrowing story hits the streaming platform, many have been left wondering what Bateman's life looks like in 2026. Who is Samuel Bateman? Where is he now? And what did he end up being convicted for? Here’s what we know about the man at the centre of Trust Me: The False Prophet.

Who is Samuel Bateman? His rise to FLDS 'prophet' explained

Born around 1976, not much is known on record about Samuel Rappylee Bateman's childhood or immediate family. He was raised in Colorado City, Arizona, and was an active member of the FLDS church - an breakaway sect of Mormonism - from an early age.

Central to FLDS belief is the idea that the president of the church is actually a prophet, whom God communicates directly through. The church was operated under Rulon Jeffs until 2002, before leadership then passed to his son, Warren Jeffs.

However, 2006 saw changes in the church. Warren Jeffs was arrested and convicted of sexually assaulting two underage girls, believed to have taken roughly 80 'spiritual wives' during his leadership, with more than 20 of them underage girls. Polygamy, long since renounced by mainstream Mormonism, had become a defining feature of the FLDS. As it stands, it was decriminalised in Utah back in 2020.

With Jeffs now in prison, Bateman saw his opportunity. Around 2019, he began positioning himself as a new prophetic voice in the FLDS community, falsely telling followers that Warren Jeffs had elected him as God's next chosen messenger. 'Uncle Warren made me a prophet to do His will,' Bateman told them.

What emerged was Bateman's own version of the FLDS church: a group of around 50 people known as the 'Samuelites.' The group went on to create their own community straddling the Arizona-Utah border, calling it Short Creek.

Bateman's ambitions for his church stretched far beyond the desert of Short Creek. During early training sessions, he revealed that he planned to become 'the most influential person on Earth, govern North and South America and probably England, and to bring the Queen of England to my home. I believe that's part of the mission.' He even went on to launch a self-help YouTube channel, partly hoping it would help attract the late Queen's attention.

Shockingly, his vision appealed to many. Senior men within the group began surrendering their daughters and wives to Bateman as 'spiritual brides', while also sending funds to him - money he then channelled into purchasing luxury vehicles.

Where is Samuel Bateman now?

Bateman is currently in prison, midway through a 50-year sentence. It was previously reported by Utah's St. George News that he was being held in federal custody in Arizona. However, according to the Federal Bureau of Prisons, Bateman is designated as being ‘not in BOP custody’ as of March 2026. This means he could be in transit between facilities, or housed in a private, county, or state facility.

What crimes was Samuel Bateman suspected of?

According to his plea agreement, Bateman - who often travelled to Nebraska to engage with remote FLDS followers - admitted to taking women and children from the families of his male followers and claiming them as his own wives. Although none of these unions were legally recognised, The Guardian reported that Bateman had engaged in sexual contact with the victims.

A former FLDS member whose four daughters were reportedly given to Bateman through spiritual marriage arrangements also provided testimony. She described so-called 'atonement ceremonies,' where men were reportedly instructed to have sex with other men's wives to make up for their sins. In other instances, children were transported between states for sexual abuse.

The U.S. Attorney's Office concluded that Bateman had trafficked his victims - a number of them minors - as part of a 'sexual abuse conspiracy that spanned several states.'

As reported by NBC News, Bateman claimed that it was the will of God to encourage followers (even those that were underage) to engage in sexual activity.

What did Samuel Bateman plead guilty to?

Bateman faced dozens of charges, entering guilty pleas on several of them.

In December 2022, a federal grand jury issued a First Superseding Indictment, adding kidnapping and conspiracy to commit kidnapping charges against Bateman and three of his female followers: Naomi Bustling, Donnae Barlow, and Moretta Rose Johnson.

A further indictment the following May brought additional federal charges. Among them was conspiracy to transport a minor for criminal sexual activity, conspiracy to travel across state lines to engage in illicit sexual activity (including with minors), using a means of interstate commerce to persuade or coerce a minor to engage in sexual activity, interstate travel with intent to engage in illicit sexual conduct with a minor, and production of child pornography.

In April 2024, Bateman entered a guilty plea to Conspiracy to Commit Transportation of a Minor for Criminal Sexual Activity and Conspiracy to Commit Kidnapping as part of a deal with prosecutors. He acknowledged taking underage brides, having sexual activity with them, and arranging group sex. Investigators determined he had taken more than 20 wives altogether, with at least 10 being under 18. The youngest victims were just nine years old.

Sentencing came on 10th December 2024, where Bateman was handed 50 years in federal prison, followed by supervised lifetime release. Eleven of his followers were also found guilty - including LaBell Bustling Jr., who was sentenced to life in prison for handing his own daughter over to Bateman, among other victims.

How was Samuel Bateman caught?

After years of his crimes, it was a routine traffic stop near Flagstaff, Arizona, that would lead to Bateman's arrest.

Officers had been tipped off after a witness spotted small fingers poking through the slats of a trailer Bateman was towing. Upon searching it, they discovered a makeshift toilet, a sofa, camping chairs, and three girls between 11 and 14 years old inside the poorly ventilated space.

Bateman was released on bond but taken back into custody the following month, this time on charges relating to evidence tampering. Prosecutors alleged he had instructed his followers to delete their messages, and had deleted his own messages from Signal (an encrypted messaging application) the same day as his arrest.

On 13th September 2022, FBI agents executed a search warrant across Bateman's compound - including his main home, named the 'Green House,' where he reportedly lived alongside as many as two dozen of his closest followers. A nearby warehouse was also searched, with agents seizing computers, a hard drive, Bateman's birth certificate, two adult toys, and multiple mobile phones.

Authorities also removed nine children from Bateman’s home and placed them in foster care, according to the Associated Press. Eight of those children later disappeared from foster care in Arizona and were found hundreds of miles away in Washington state, travelling in a vehicle driven by one of Bateman's 'wives.' Bateman later admitted his role in the kidnapping plot.

It's a shocking true story - but nonetheless, an important one to tell.

Opening up about what she hopes shining the spotlight on Trust Me: The False Prophet's story will do, director Rachel Dretzin shared, 'I hope it exposes both the violence that enforced secrecy enables and what it takes to tell the truth when everything is at stake. What these women did matters far beyond their community. It is a blueprint for how to dismantle even the most entrenched systems of abuse.'

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Hopefully soon (any day now will do), fool’s spring won’t seem so foolish, and a real, bright and brisk spring will be upon us. And how are well-dressed women looking to dress once the temperature turns up just a little? This season, it’s all about preppy styles. Thankfully, one great British brand had come in clutch with its new drop.

This spring, Boden’s ‘British Classics Collection’ is set to cover all your spring dress code needs, with outfits for garden parties, cricket matches and weekend trips to the flower market all safely secured.

Of course, spring dresses are always at the top of our wishlists – an outfit in one that does all the heavy lifting for you, what’s not to love? The Erma, Marcia and Annet dresses all prove the power of a dress; simple and flattering, these pieces would work as well with ballet flats and a funnel-neck jacket as they would some strappy heels and an elegant clutch bag.

Shop: Boden Spring Dresses

But it’s not all about the dresses – tailoring, knitwear and prints are key components of that preppy style we’re going for. Nothing says ‘spring’ like gingham, and these pedal pushers are begging to be at a picnic. Likewise, sailor collars and stripes embrace everything nautical, which is a timeless trend in this coastal country.

Shop: Boden Spring Separates

In natural fabrics and comfy cuts, this collection is one that will work hard at helping you have fun this spring and look great while you do.

This is a paid partnership with Boden.

Daisy Murray is Grazia’s Fashion Commerce Editor. Previously ELLE UK's Fashion Site Editor, Daisy has interviewed fashion icons such as Sarah Jessica Parker, profiled designers like Cecilie Bahnsen, and written features on vintage shopping and hypey trends alike. Find her on Instagram and TikTok here.

For as long as I can remember, women have been told that we can’t be mums and career women. We have to pick, or at least that’s what I was led to believe. Career or family. Ambition or connection. Director or mum. Never both. And if doing both already seemed impossible, try deciding to be a mum and an entrepreneur. That takes it to a whole new level.

It was February 2017 when I started my coaching business. Over the next seven years I spent almost every minute of every day growing it. I wrote two bestselling books and spent all of my time coaching entrepreneurs to write their own books with our publishing company, Inspired By Publishing. We were in serious growth phase. Little did I know it wasn’t the only thing I had been growing!

In April 2024, I found out that I was pregnant and immediately my head started to spin. Up until that point, my business had been my baby and it meant everything to me.

I was so happy to be pregnant but, whilst most people start talking about baby names and nursery furniture, all I could think about was what would happen to my business. Part of me assumed I’d have to slow down or put everything on hold. That’s what we’re told, isn’t it? That once you have a baby your priorities should change, and wanting more somehow makes you less of a good mum?

But the more I thought about it, the more I realised I didn’t want to live a life where I had to choose between my business or my baby.

So, whilst my body was growing a human, I grew my business into something that could work for me as a new mum. Don’t get me wrong, it wasn’t easy or quick. Thank heavens it takes nine months to grow a human!

I had my daughter, Talia, in December 2024 and now I work three days a week. During those three days I’m back to being the old me, totally obsessed with the business. The rest of the week I spend with Talia, watching her grow and loving being her mum.

I had to let go of the guilt of wanting to be both a mother and an entrepreneur.

For this to work, the first thing I had to let go of was the guilt of wanting both. There’s already enough guilt in motherhood without adding more because you enjoy your work. When you give yourself permission to have both, it lightens the load.

But the hardest part isn’t actually the juggle, it’s the judgement. Not everyone understands why you would want both, and if you don’t talk about it, people make assumptions and judge. Being honest about what you want, and what you need to make it work, makes the whole situation much easier for everyone around you.

The big change that made the biggest impact in juggling motherhood and entrepreneurship was actually my approach to compromise.

Women often feel like they need to compromise and pick between things that they love. Do I focus on being an entrepreneur OR a mum? Do I grow the business OR enjoy this stage of motherhood? Do I go to work OR be present at home? But the problem with this is, life doesn’t have to be that strict.

Thinking in terms of “this OR this” makes it feel like you’re at a junction in the road and have to pick a direction. But life isn’t that linear and there are always options. So instead of asking, “Do I have this or this?”, I started asking, “How can I have this and this?”

Suddenly I wasn’t choosing between motherhood and entrepreneurship, I was figuring out how to make space for both.

This is exactly what happened when Talia was only a few months old and I was invited to speak at a conference in Wembley in front of 500 people. I was excited to get back out there, but my first thought was, “What about Talia?”

For a moment I thought I’d have to compromise. My baby or my business. Then I caught myself and asked a different question. How can I speak on stage and spend time with Talia? The answer was simple. She comes with me.

So, we booked the hotel, packed the bags, and went together as a family. People thought I was crazy bringing a baby to an event with over 500 people, but to me it felt like the start of our new normal.

Just before I went on stage, I kissed Talia, put her in her pram, and walked out under the lights. As I stood there speaking, I could see her at the back of the room, and in that moment, I felt whole. That moment summed up everything I had been trying to prove to myself since the day I found out I was pregnant.

You don’t have to choose. You don’t have to shrink your ambition to be a good mum, and you don’t have to give up being present to build something meaningful.

Being a Mum and an entrepreneur don’t cancel each other out. In many ways, they make each other stronger. It won’t always be perfectly balanced, and it won’t always be easy, but if you stop asking yourself what you have to give up and start asking how you can make both work, you’ll be surprised by what’s possible.

Chloë Bisson is a publishing and visibility expert, host of the Inspired By show, a number one bestselling author, international speaker and multi-award-winning entrepreneur. Chloë can be found at her website: www.chloebisson.com

What actually makes lingerie good? That's a tricky question, because the metrics are wide and vary with each woman – so many fits, fabrics, supports and styles. It can get exhausting, really, because not every piece is made the same, and comfort is not always guaranteed. I've spent years trying it all in the name of fashion journalism, from luxury lace confections to buzzy indie favourites. Which is exactly why it's particularly worth mentioning that despite the designer and niche options I've tested; 90% of my underwear drawer comes courtesy of Marks & Spencer. Sure, the pieces might not always be sexy in a headline-grabbing way, but they're brilliantly reliable in every aspect that matters. And really, isn't that all you need from your underwear?

It's not just my underwear rotation M&S has covered, given the high street hero sells a bra every two seconds. And now, thanks to the brand's newest launch, BODY, our obsession with the brand is about to get even stronger. Taking notes from years of lingerie expertise, the new collection features 300 pieces that combine comfort and fit in every size imaginable (the bras range from 32A to 42E, while the knickers are available in sizes 6 to 28). Launching today, each piece leans into the brand's reputation for quality and considered design, resulting in wearable and comfortable styles. As M&S director of lingerie, Charlotte Davies, puts it, 'Supported by 100 years of lingerie expertise, the collection brings together stylish silhouettes, immaculate fabrics and innovative features and benefits. Every detail is considered, every finish is precise, and every fit is flawless.'

Onto the actual collection, you'll find four categories designed to solve distinct problems. The Body Invisibles range is packed with seamless bras, high-rise knickers and camisole tops crafted with ultra-stretch so you can wear them all day long with ease. Case in point, the Body Invisibles™ Padded Wired Demi Cup Bra, available in eight shades and made with a no-show finish perfect for wearing every single day. For a softer touch, the Body Soft range features an array of buttery smooth pieces, like the bestselling Body Soft™ Wired Full Cup T-Shirt Bra, particularly ideal as we get into the warmer months to keep you cool and comfortable.

Shop: M&S' Body Invisibles™ Padded Wired Demi Cup Bra

Alternatively, if you're after some shapewear, the Body Sculpt collection is brilliantly designed to sculpt and lift in all the right places while ensuring enough ventilation to keep you cool. Whether you opt for a Seamless High Waist Thong under skirts and trousers or choose the Firm Control Seamless All In One for skin-tight dresses, trust me when I say you'll feel and look your best this season. It's much like the sleek shapewear from SKIMS, but with a much more affordable price tag.

Shop: M&S' Firm Control Seamless All In One

Of course, aesthetics matter just as much as practical options, so M&S also has a seductive Body Lace collection made with sleek, barely-there lace. A particular favourite from this category is the Body Lace Non Wired Plunge Bra, made with tonal animal print lace with firm padding and a plunging design that'll be perfect for low-cut outfits.

Shop: M&S' Body Lace Non Wired Plunge Bra

A brilliant mix of practicality, sleek features and modern design, M&S's BODY collection has pieces for every need and occasion – whether you need a seamless bra to wear under a white T-shirt or shapewear for the wedding guest dress you've bookmarked. And with the brand being a favoured underwear destination for women in the UK, I'm quite certain the collection will practically fly off the shelves, both online and in-store. So why not round out your lingerie rotation and shop the best pieces now?

Shop: The Best Pieces From The M&S BODY Collection

Hitanshi Kamdar is the deputy commerce editor for Grazia. Hitanshi is always on the hunt for the latest trends, emerging designers and the internet’s most bizarre style discourse. When not writing, she can be found IDing outfits during Netflix binges and scouring the internet for designer sample sales.

Television’s ‘it girl’ of the moment? Michelle Pfeiffer. The Madison has had fans hooked from the get-go, and not least because of Pfeiffer’s portrayal of Stacy Clyburn, the impossibly wealthy matriarch of the Clyburn family. No, it’s her style credentials that have women sighing longingly en masse. From her loyalty to her husband’s oversized clothes (I'm ordering a beaten-up Barbour jacket as we speak) to her preference for no make-up make-up - a blot of blush here, a slick of gloss there -  she’s the very antithesis of what it means to be effortlessly, and even perhaps even accidentally, chic.

And it would be remiss of us not to mention her hair. Oh, that hair! Buttery blonde and layered into various iterations of the chignon (because of course it’s a chignon), it falls about her face and shoulders with a kind of artful dishevelment. It’s all so gorgeously unpolished in nature, yet so effortlessly elegant and seemingly unthought-out. Perhaps that’s why the masses are obsessed. Piling strands into a heap onto the top of the head and letting pieces tumble and billow as they wish is harder to achieve for us mere mortals. But Pfeiffer has the key. The addition of a single, sculptural gold clip that holds everything together.

Heather Campbell Green who runs the Instagram account CelebStyleGuide says that Lelet's Mini Dome Pony Cuff was the exact product used - but unsurprisingly that's out of stock. But my keen eye suspects that Pfeiffer’s clip is a very close match to Lie Studios Thea gold-plated hair tie, £135 - which is not really a clip at all. Instead, it’s a gold-plated brass cuff attached to an elasticated bobble. Plus, the elegant curved shape fits beautifully into any up-do.

Shop: Lié Studio The Thea Gold-Plated Hair Tie

‘I feel like the look is characterised by that undone, messy-but-styled vibe that we’re seeing everywhere right now,’ says Zebulen Howell. ‘It’s quite similar to Margot Robbie’s recent press tour hair - almost whimsical, playing with lots of texture. Stylists are bringing out people’s natural hair types and really using that to their advantage.’

‘It’s become so viral lately because people are stepping away from heavy heat styling and embracing what their own hair can do,’ Howell continues. ‘Everyone’s searching for something quick and effortless, but still beautiful and interesting and a statement hair accessory does just this.’

His biggest tip? ‘Don’t think too much about it. The less effort, the more chic. Pull pieces out around your face, loosen sections around the bun, and take a really carefree approach. It’s not supposed to look formally done.’

To recreate the look, start by loosely gathering a section of hair at the top of the head. Then gather the rest of the hair at the nape of the neck to create a low, loose ponytail. Make a hole at the top of the pony tail and loop the hair back into itself. Then you can collect the rest of the hair from the top of your head and twist the pieces together, securing into a soft, floppy bun. Gently tease out a few face-framing strands and loosen the shape with your fingers to create that signature, old-money finish Pfeiffer does so well.

‘Products are key for getting that texture just right,' Howell adds. 'I love using a good curl cream, a little hair oil to seal the ends so they’re tamed, plus texture sprays and a touch of dry shampoo for that “next-day” feel.’

Love it but not ready to drop a cool £135 on a hair bobble? Shop The White Company's offering below for a much more palatable £26. You’re welcome.

Rachael Martin is Grazia’s Beauty director. Originally from Northern Ireland, she studied English Literature at Queen’s University Belfast, before moving to London to pursue a career in magazine journalism.

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Zendaya is the woman of the hour. The star arrived at the Euphoria season three premiere earlier this week primed and ready to steal the spotlight. But it wasn't just the fact that she was one of the last to arrive, posed alone or left in a hurry that caused a red-carpet stir. Instead, it was her ultra-glowy, lit-from-within make-up.

Zendaya has found herself at the centre of mood boards aplenty in recent years thanks to her covetable, ever cool hair and beauty looks, but her recent run of make-up moments have been especially beautiful. Look to her dazzling, glitter laden 'something blue' look at the New York premiere for The Drama as proof, which has since been replicated en mass on social media. Unsurprisingly, her latest red carpet appearance followed suit.

Wearing a chocolate brown slinky satin Ashi Studio halter gown, Zendaya's beauty look no doubt took cues from her ensemble. Complete with high-shine wet-look hair and smouldering make-up fashioned with kohl-rimmed eyes, a '90s brown lip, and a flawless, glossy base, it's clear that Zendaya's brief read 'ethereal glow'. And not a limb, shoulder or collarbone was exempt.

There's good news if you want to recreate it. While Zendaya has a penchant for couture when it comes to her fashion choices, her make-up favourites are accessible and likely already sitting in your kit. Taking to Instagram, her make-up artist Ernesto Casillas revealed he used a full face of Charlotte Tilbury to create her beauty look. Key to her radiant base? The Airbrush Flawless Foundation, £40, a tried and tested favourite on the Grazia beauty desk.

Shop: Zendaya's go-to foundation for a flawless, glowy base

Tilbury herself promises it will give you the most 'flawless, poreless-looking, smooth, blurred skin of your life.' And trust us, it delivers on those promises. Designed to deliver up to 24 hours of long-lasting, breathable full coverage, it boasts a 'matte-not-flat' finish that looks like the most pristine version of your own skin. That's all down to the skin-first, sci-fi sounding formula, read: Biomimetic Second Skin Tech, Powder Blur AirTech, PhytoYouth Essence and (deep breath) Time Machine Extract. Simply put, the 7-in-1 formula covers all the bases (pun intended) you can think of, including minimising the look of pores, diminishing blemishes, smoothing lines, reducing redness and hydrating. No wonder Zendaya looks so good.

Sameeha Shaikh is Grazia's beauty writer, working across all categories to bring you insights on the latest trends, industry news and the products you need to know about, viral or not (most probably viral).

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MAFS Australia has returned to our screens, with the E4 series introducing us to a whole new host of singletons hoping to find true love. How, you ask? By marrying a total stranger, of course.

Matched by a panel of relationship experts, our contestants will marry a stranger, with cameras then following them as they explore whether this is a relationship that can actually work. Cue the chaos.

Now, it isn't always a raging success - but just sometimes, the show really does spell a happy ending.

That certainly seems to be the case for Filip Gregov and Stella Mick, who both entered into the experiment hoping for a 'traditional' relationship. Despite YouTuber Filip initially leaving Stella's friends unimpressed, it appears these two might be one of this year's success stories...

With a promising start on the cards, did they stay together after MAFS cameras stopped rolling? Here's what we know about Stella and Filip's relationship...

Are Filip and Stella from MAFS Australia still together?

Stella and Mick were one of this season's strongest couples, with sparks flying on their wedding day. Lithuanian-born Stella's wedding vows reflected on the challenges she'd faced since moving to Australia almost a decade ago - something which impressed Filip, whose own family moved across the world almost 40 years ago.

Despite a few concerns from Stella's bridesmaids over Filip's YouTube career and sobriety, the couple seemed a solid unit as they entered into their honeymoon.

So, are they still together after the show? Given the show has already aired in Australia (and one of our brides has already announced her pregnancy), we do know the fate of some of our couples. Warning: spoilers lie down below...

Yes, Stella and Filip are still together! Their relationship proved to be one of the experiment's most successful love stories, with this never clearer than during the couple's final vows - with Filip confirming he was finally ready to move from Melbourne to Sydney to be with Stella.

Unlike several of our couples, Stella felt no worries heading into the final vows. Saying that what she had with Filip was 'beautiful, rare, real, magical,' she said, 'When I stood before you on our wedding day, there was an instant spark, a pull, a sense of home that I couldn't and I didn't want to resist. Our chemistry was undeniable, and from the moment I saw you, effortlessly it grew into something deeper. We became inseparable, not because we had to, but because it felt impossible to be apart.'

Promising to 'keep choosing you every day,' Stella added, 'I came here to look for love, and what I found was far more profound. I found home in you and I cannot wait to build the rest of my life with you. I love you.'

And the feeling was clearly mutual. Filip told his bride, 'The moment I turned around on our wedding day and saw those piercing blue eyes, that smile, those tiny shaking hands, I knew my life was about to change. Through every struggle we ever encountered, we have communicated, we have listened and we have worked together. Ultimately, every struggle saw us come out stronger than ever.'

Against the stunning backdrop of Sydney Harbour Bridge, Filip continued, 'Stella, I love you more than I ever thought possible and have never felt more certain of anything. I know what my heart wants, something just for us, something that is truly ours.'

Reaching into his pocket (and leaving us reaching for the tissues), he then got down on one knee and proposed to Stella.

Fast-forward to today, and the pair seem stronger than ever! They recently shared photos from their engagement shoot over on Instagram, writing, 'The best kept secret is finally out! And honestly? It was surprisingly easy not to share it straight away. We got to sit in our little love bubble, just us - no noise, no pressure - while building our new life in Sydney, quietly and intentionally. Like everything in life, nothing is given and everything that is worth something... Well, you have to work for it. So glad we did.'

There you have it: a MAFS Australia 2026 success story.

Married at First Sight Australia continues on E4 and Channel4.com

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Every now and then a story will pop up which is just entirely unexpected, you know? Una Healy was best known for being one fifth of 00s girl group The Saturdays, but has since transitioned into the all-together more niche UK Country music scene, releasing her debut country album The Waiting Game in 2017 and landing a job presenting her own show on Absolute Radio Country.

It’s fair to say that Una had dropped off the mainstream radar in recent years, so it was quite the surprise when in 2023 her name splashed across front pages of the tabloid press – alongside former boxing champion David Hayes, no less – under headlines about a reported throuple. And it's a story that has cropped up again now that David is in the I'm A Celeb All Stars camp in South Africa.

When did David Haye throuple rumours start?

Speculation first started swirling as early as October 2022, when Tipperary-born Una travelled to Ibiza to celebrate David’s birthday with his long-term girlfriend, model Sian Osborne. So far, so unremarkable, right? Who would turn down an invite to a celeb-studded birthday bash on the White Isle? But it was her ‘cryptic’ New Year’s post, coupled with David’s own in a similar thread, which have lead to fans putting two and two together to make five (or should that be three?) and drawing conclusions about the current state of Una’s love life.

After spending the Christmas and New Year period with David and Sian at a luxury resort in Morocco, Una posted a photo of the three of them out for dinner, hand-in-hand over the table, with the caption, ‘I’ve started 2023 in a comfortable place, feeling genuinely happy and at peace. Here’s to this year being ours x’.

Ok, so, the gossip was inevitable, especially when you consider that David also posted his own tribute to the crew with a photo of them all arm-in-arm together in the pool, thanking the ‘beautiful human beings, who do not judge, but instead accept me for my authentic self.’

The three-way set up was allegedly ‘confirmed’ by The Sun, who reported that the couple had sought out a third person to join their relationship on celebrity dating app Raya, and had hit if off with Una after dates with a number of other women.

‘David and Sian were very much in this arrangement together and after being together for two years decided to open their relationship up,’ writes the publication. ‘As part of their profile they said they were ‘seeing what’s out there,’ and said they wanted to try ‘new experiences. They spoke to a few people before being introduced to Una and they hit it off immediately.’

What has Una Healy said about the throuple rumours?

Consensual non-monogamy – which is an umbrella term for polyamory, open relationships, throuples and a whole load of non-traditional romantic set ups – is more popular than ever as attitudes to sex and sexuality relax and people feel less constrained by nuclear parameters.

However, it's not for Una. The singer formally denied being part of a 'throuple' with David Haye and Sian Osbourne, and said she was only dating David in a 'casual' way and felt 'hoodwinked' by the media narrative.

'I did meet her [Sian], really nice girl. I didn't get to know her very well, it wasn't a throuple,' she told Vogue Williams and Joanne McNally. 'The T word, I had to google it myself because I'd never heard it, I was like what is this? Why am I being called this name that I have never heard of, I don't know what it is.' She also claimed that Haye said he doesn't 'believe that the traditional relationship exists anymore'.

Una split from her husband and father to her two kids, rugby player Ben Foden in 2018 after he admitted to cheating on her. She said her fling with Haye was a 'bit of fun' and knew all along he wasn't 'husband material'.

After connecting on a dating app Una 'straight out asked [Hayes], "What are you looking for?"' and said, 'I thought I'm probably going straight from the frying pan to the fire with this one because he did exactly to his wife what my ex-husband did to me. I didn't like that.

'He was very honest that I wasn't the only woman he was seeing, I was very aware he was seeing other people. I knew he was being honest and it's not like I was being cheated on.'

Una explained that the relationship ended after a few months. 'I really enjoyed my relationship with him,' she said. 'But it ran its course and I have been single ever since. I don't want to be part of a three-way relationship.'

What has David Haye said about the throuple rumours?

On Valentine's Day, David appeared to confirm his polyamory when he paid tribute to the 'queens in my life', adding 'What I do behind closed doors is between me and the girls involved.' According to one of his exes who spoke to the Mirror, 'one woman will never be enough' for him.

While David has been in a relationship with Sian since 2020, he has dated other people since then too, including Una and Helen Flanagan who he dated in 2023. After their split, Helen, who first met David on I'm A Celeb in 2012, admitted that she struggled with not being the only woman in his life. 'He had a girlfriend and an open relationship. I didn't meant to fall in love with him, but I did. We did have this amazing connection together – we were like fire. It was weird – I think he does love his girlfriend, and he loves me as well. It just brings me to a part in my life that was quite dark.'

Helen denied ever being in a throuple and instead said David was in an open relationship. 'I had communication with his girlfriend, but I felt very guilty. I didn't feel nice about it at all.'

What did Gemma Collins say about David Haye on I'm A Celeb?

On I'm A Celeb All Stars, Gemma Collins asked for some water during a bushtucker trial and David said she should wait until she had finished the dish. 'I can't get over that David Haye – instead of thinking "go on girl" – actually refused me water,' she said. 'That's evil.'

Later that day, still vexed, Gemma told Adam Thomas, '[David] wants to win, he's in it to win it... do you think all that throuple stuff is true?' Adam then replied, 'What, him and two girls? You're lying!' and Gemma said, 'Honey, it's everywhere in the press! He's in a permanent throuple, the geezer.'

She then joked, 'Do you think he denies them water?'

If there’s one thing we loved more than that plot twist ending of Something Very Bad Is Going To Happen, it’s our leading lady Camilla Morrone.

The former model appeared in Netflix’s latest hit horror series, playing a woman who finds herself second guessing her relationship with her fiancé in the lead up to their wedding day after some strange happenings take place.

You’ll be glad to know Morrone’s own love life is less heavy on the cursed front. Although she’s known among fans for once dating Leonardo DiCaprio, the star has been in a relationship with Cole Bennett for the past couple of years.

So, who is Cole Bennett? When did they get together? Here’s everything you need to know about Camilla Morrone’s boyfriend.

Who is Cole Bennett?

Cole Bennett is a 29-year-old music video director and cinematographer from Chicago, Illinois. He’s the founder of a music-focused media company called Lyrical Lemonade.

What does Cole Bennett do for work?

Cole works as a pretty successful music video director, having featured on Forbes’ esteemed 30 Under 30 list! He founded Lyrical Lemonade, a ‘multi-media company specialising in music videos, live events, exclusive content, merchandise and plenty more.’

At the start of his career, Cole made a name for himself in the industry by directing music videos for new and emerging artists. Since then, he’s worked on music videos for mainstream artists including Kid Cudi, Lil Yachty, Eminem, Doechii, Post Malone, and Drake. He’s worked on several Juice WRLD videos, including ‘Lucid Dreams,’ and recently directed Justin Bieber’s ‘Yukon’ music video.

Cole set up his business when he was just 17 years old. Telling Billboard that his company started out as just a passion project for him, he said. ‘When I started doing videos, it was really like the second layer of Lyrical Lemonade. The first layer was the blog - I loved writing and covering local talent that wasn’t being covered, and I thought I wanted to go to school for journalism and take that route. But I also loved film and shooting videos and that side of things. And then that started to catch its stride and became the forefront of it all.’

When did Camilla Morrone and Cole Bennett start dating?

The pair were first linked in 2024, spotted on a double date with former couple Kaia Gerber and Austin Butler. The pair were then spotted together several times, but it wasn’t until May 2025 that Camilla finally confirmed their romance in May 2025 with a birthday tribute to Cole - writing, ‘Happy birthday baby.’

As if that wasn’t all the proof we needed, Camilla once again teased their relationship days later. Posting another photo of Cole, she captioned it, ‘It’s definitely not a thirst trap if you post your man and a photo of you with mouth tape.’

What has Cole said about Camilla?

When it comes to supportive couples, these two are up there. When Something Very Bad Is Going To Happen landed on Netflix, Cole took to his Instagram stories to gush about Camilla.

Writing that he had ‘never been more proud of someone,’ he added, ‘She is the most dedicated person I know AND she’s freakishly talented. The damn girl inspires me every day.’

As for Camilla, although the pair are Instagram official, she doesn’t tend to talk about her relationship too much. However, she did reference Cole during a chat with The Times while promoting The Night Manager, saying, ‘You go on one date, then a second date and, oh, here we are. And you go, I really like hanging with this person. I always love this quote that we started a conversation and it never ended. It feels like that.’

What is Cole Bennett’s net worth?

Thanks to his successful business, some reports have estimated that Cole’s net worth sits at around $10 million (£7.5m). Coupled with Camilla’s estimated $3 million (£2.27m), it’s a hefty sum!

Does Cole Bennett have Instagram?

He does! For all the music video deets (and the odd Camilla cameo), you can follow him on Instagram @colebennett.

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While the ending of the long bank holiday weekend left us feeling slightly down in the dumps, there was one thing that perked us back up once we settled down on our sofas with a cup of tea in hand: the start of I’m A Celeb… South Africa.

The All Stars of the jungle world, this series sees some of our favourite former campmates return to the jungle for round two - and with everyone from Olympic legends to Pussycat Dolls, we’ve got a great month ahead of us…

Of course, no legends series would be complete without the arrival of a certain jungle icon: Gemma Collins. Although the former TOWIE star’s stint in the jungle was short but sweet the first time (and we mean very short), she was determined that her second jungle adventure would last a little longer.

And with the reality icon taking on a bushtucker trial, she's certainly left fans impressed. Praising Gemma as she faced the gruelling task, one fan wrote on X (formerly Twitter), ‘If Gemma actually downs 30 shots of pigs blood or whatever the hell that is, she needs to win the entire series. We all underestimated the GC.’

Another added, ‘Gemma Collins eating pigs testicles while Seann Walsh gives her a massage and Ant and Dec belt out “Wind Beneath My Wings.” Peak British TV.’

So, with the GC firmly back on our screens, it’s only natural fans have some questions. Does she have children? What has she said about her weight loss? And just how long did she last in the jungle the first time? Here’s everything we know about I’m A Celebrity campmate Gemma Collins.

Who is Gemma Collins?

If you know your reality TV, then you’ll know Gemma Collins. The Essex-born star first made a name for herself on ITV’s The Only Way Is Essex, making her debut during its second season in 2011. Since then, she’s appeared in countless TV series, launched several successful businesses, and landed herself the title of The GC.

How old is Gemma Collins?

Born 31 January, 1981, Gemma is currently 45 years old. For our star sign fans, this also makes her an innovative and charismatic Aquarius...

What other TV shows has Gemma Collins been in?

Alongside TOWIE, Gemma has appeared in many TV shows - including Celebrity Big Brother, Celebs Go Dating, Dancing On Ice, and her own reality TV show, Diva Forever. She’s also set to release another reality show soon, with her series Gemma Collins: Four Weddings and a Baby scheduled to air on Sky this year.

How long did Gemma Collins last on I'm A Celebrity?

Ahead of heading off to South Africa, Gemma was insistent that she’d last longer in the jungle this time round.

In November 2014, Gemma starred on the 14th season of I’m A Celeb. However, her journey was cut short when she left the Australian jungle after just three days. Essentially, the dire living conditions proved too much for this diva - revealing that she only stayed the three days because that was the minimum amount of time required for her to get her payout.

However, leaving the show after a mere 72-hours has been one of Gemma’s biggest TV regrets. Opening up about her appearance on the pre-recorded South African series, Gemma said, ‘I thought whatever happens to me in my life, I must go back into that jungle; it was one regret I had.’

Saying that she was ‘bricking it’ ahead of re-entering the jungle, she added, 'It’s not the GC in there, it’s Gemma Collins, as you’ve never seen her before. You’ll see me vulnerable in there, you’ll see me thinking I’m Lara Croft.’

When asked whether the show changed her when she first did it in 2014, she shared, ‘No, but now with hindsight, I realise I wasn’t wholesome or grounded when I went in. I was this girl from Essex who was all about Range Rovers, fancy jewellery, and fancy coats. I am going to South Africa with a very different mindset.’

Is Gemma Collins married?

When Gemma Collins posted a picture on Instagram of herself wearing a wedding dress, many took it as confirmation that she had married her longtime fiancé Rami Hawash. However, a glance at the date (April 1) confirmed that it was nothing more than an April Fool’s joke.

Gemma is not currently married, however she is in the process of planning her wedding. The star - who previously dated TOWIE’s James ‘Arg’ Argent - got engaged to businessman Rami last year, who she first began dating back in 2011. The pair initially got engaged in 2013, before splitting the following year. It wasn’t until 2020 that the couple rekindled their romance, with Rami proposing for a second time during a trip to the Maldives.

And when it comes to wedding days, Gemma’s going all out. The star previously revealed she and Rami want multiple weddings: a main ceremony in the UK, a second wedding day abroad, and a ‘formal one’ for their closest family and friends to attend. She’s also teased that her close friends Jedward (of X Factor fame) will perform and play ‘a major role’ in her ceremony.

Does Gemma Collins have children?

While Gemma doesn’t have any biological children of her own, there is one child in her life who’s she’s exceptionally close to: her stepson, Tristan, who is Rami’s child from a previous relationship.

Having been in Tristan’s life since he was three years old, Gemma revealed how he was the first person she called upon leaving the jungle. ‘I rang him the minute I got out of there and he was delighted,’ she told OK!, admitting she jetted home straight away to see him.

Gemma has been candid about her fertility struggles over recent years - something which is set to be detailed in her upcoming Sky series, Four Weddings and Baby. Saying it’s her most honest show to date, Gemma previously told OK!, ‘You’ll see me broken, it’s not all plain sailing. It’s very raw. You see that despite the lights, the big house, the glamorous life, you can still be broken in so many ways.’

Gemma suffers from Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), which directly affects the ovaries, as well as having a low number of AMH hormones, meaning she has a limited number of eggs available. She's also previously revealed that she’s faced several miscarriages, and was once advised to terminate a pregnancy in her early 20s.

In November 2025, Gemma revealed that she had entered perimenopause. Urging her followers to listen to their bodies, she shared, ‘I've been getting the most weirdest symptoms, itchy ears, feeling a little bit more tired than usual. I was just like, I feel like there's something not right with my hormones. I'm 44 now, and it's no secret that perimenopause can creep up on you at any time, and I've just been a bit worried about it.'

After struggling to conceive naturally, Gemma revealed that she and Rami were considering going down the surrogacy route. The star has also previously said she was open to fostering, with her own mother having been fostered as a child.

What has Gemma Collins said about her weight-loss journey?

Over the years, Gemma has been candid with fans about her weight-loss journey - recently opening up about how jungle life impacted her. The star has revealed she was surprised by the amount of weight she dropped while in South Africa for the show, which was filmed in September 2025.

Having briefly used Mounjaro injections last year until a gallbladder episode forced her to stop, Gemma told OK! that she had grown accustomed to smaller portions - setting her up well for surviving on the camp’s diet of rice and beans. ‘When they weighed me, I’d lost 1st 4lb,’ she said.

What has Gemma Collins said about appearing on I’m A Celebrity… South Africa?

While dealing with wild critters isn’t exactly everyone’s idea of tranquility, Gemma has revealed that her time in the jungle was somewhat of a ‘digital detox’ for her. 'I felt I was a child again, a young girl again without the pressures of fame or paying the bills,’ she said. ‘It was the best digital detox. It was very spiritual and healing being with nature.’

And since returning from the show, there is one aspect of jungle living that Gemma has adopted into her daily life. She says her mobile phone now lives in her kitchen overnight, making sure she avoids any late night doom scrolling.

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Molly-Mae Hague is no stranger to adidas. One scroll through her Instagram and you’ll spot the signatures: track bottoms, Sambas and Spezials. So when the Love Island alum announced her very own collaboration with the brand yesterday, it felt less like a surprise and more like a full-circle moment.

Taking to Instagram Stories, Molly-Mae shared the news with her followers, writing: ‘I can’t quite believe I’m saying this… but in 2026 I’ll be officially partnering with @adidasuk on a limited footwear collection. This started as a dream years ago and it honestly still doesn’t feel real that it’s now happening. I’m beyond grateful to adidas for trusting me and to all of you supporting me every step of the way. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for making insane moments like this possible.'

She followed up with a grid post - a three image carousel teasing the collaboration captioned: 'Three stripes. One vision. Curated by Molly-Mae. Coming soon…' In the images, Molly-Mae wears a mini belted trench and a full adidas tracksuit in what appears to be a rich brown tone, posing against a backdrop of stacked blue adidas shoe boxes.

In her show Behind It All, Molly-Mae was seen chatting with adidas and picking colours for her new launch. The big debate then? Team Iced Latte vs. Team Matcha. According to Molly-Mae, you’re one or the other. She said ‘I feel like you’re either an iced latte girl or you’re a matcha girl’, which officially confirmed the colour palette, true to her signature neutral aesthetic. She added: ‘It’s a London girl shoe... It’s what I put on for a day trip to London’, and now this sentiment directly translates into the final designs.

The collection centres around two reworked adidas classics. The Superstar II leans into that iced latte mood: soft cream, rich brown stripes, and layered laces that feel a little more elevated than your standard pair. The Samba, on the other hand, taps into the matcha side - a muted green base, off-white stripes and just a hint of baby pink through the double lacing. It’s a nice shift on a shoe that’s been everywhere for the past year.

What makes this collab land is how involved Molly-Mae actually was. This isn’t a name-slap situation, it feels like a natural extension of what she already wears, just slightly more playful. As Steve Marks, VP Brand adidas UK puts it, the partnership is a ‘natural evolution,’ shaped by her long-standing relationship with the brand and her instinct for what people actually want to wear.

The drop is landing Thursday 9th April, hitting adidas stores across London and Manchester, as well as online and via retailers like ASOS, JD Sports and OFFICE which, if recent Samba sell-outs are anything to go by, probably won’t hang around for long.

And while it’s footwear for now, she has curated a limited-edition collection of iconic adidas Originals silhouettes to go alongside the drop. We won’t be surprised if we see a ready to wear from her in the future, consider this a first step.

Shop: Molly-Mae’s adidas Edit

Renee Washington, Grazia's digital fashion and beauty writer, lives online. With a penchant for wispy lashes and streetwear, she writes about the worlds of fashion and beauty from the viewpoint of the modern fashion girlie..

There’s a reason fans are obsessed with Love On The Spectrum. With around 15% to 20% of the world’s population said to be neurodivergent, the hit Netflix show is a wholesome take on dating shows. In fact, it's a reminder that love can come in many, many forms - and it isn’t always the sensationalised reality drama we’re used to seeing on our screens. Sometimes it's kind, sometimes it's supportive, and sometimes it involves advocating for ourselves, no matter how vulnerable it might feel.

When season four of Love On The Spectrum dropped in April 2026, the show saw many familiar faces return, including Connor and Georgie, Abbey and David, and Shelley and James. However, there were also some brand new faces who appeared - one of whom was Logan Pereira.

Logan - a ‘very patient, not lazy, and always punctual’ 26 year old with a penchant for Hannah Montana and women with ‘curvy, straight hair’ - was one of the newbies to join the Love On The Spectrum family this year. During our first episode, he revealed he was feeling some nerves about the prospect of dipping his toes into dating (particularly because his only experiences with women were with his imaginary girlfriend, Tifa.) Unsurprisingly, he became an instant hit with fans...

And now, with the show having aired on Netflix, Logan has shared a much-awaited update on his relationship status.

Are Logan and Hailey from Love On The Spectrum still together?

Fans were left rooting for Logan - who has autism - after he was paired with Hailey, a 30-year-old dinner lady who is also autistic. The pair went on dates together, shared a kiss (and a cheesecake), and met each others families. It didn't take too long for Logan to reveal he was ready to be with Hailey ‘forever’, as he made her his official girlfriend.

When the show finished filming sometime last summer, it ended with the pair very much on track.

However, it seems Hailey and Logan are no longer dating. Post show credits revealed that the pair had been on one more date after Love On The Spectrum filming stopped, with Hailey deciding she wanted to just be friends.

Is Logan from Love On The Spectrum still single?

Yes, Logan is still single. He confirmed to People that he was still on his search for love, saying, 'I got into costumes, then I went on some practice dates, one practice date, and I tried my very best to go on a couple dates. I tried my best to impress that girl. Well, here I am now. I still need to look for love.’

With the show having now aired, Logan also told US Weekly that he was ready to start meeting new people. ‘I have been thinking about dating after that date. I’m looking for somebody that has the same interests at me, maybe someone that likes model trains and somebody with really nice hair - even if it’s not curvy or straight. Also somebody that has the same connection with me and likes cheesecake and red velvet cake.’

The Love On The Spectrum star also touched on his relationship with Hailey during one interview, saying their connection was a ‘learning experience’ he was glad to have had. Sharing that he was proud of himself for stepping outside of his comfort zone, Logan added, ‘It's just really nice to talk to somebody I don't know. When I was in high school, I saw a lot of people - forgive me for saying this - I saw a lot of people making out, hugging in front of the school, and I was a little jealous. But now I get to do it, and it's just exciting.’

Chatting to Tudum, Logan’s twin sister Neith added, ‘It was really interesting to see him in lover-boy mode. Dating can be a very tumultuous thing, but he handled it really, really well.’

Love on the Spectrum is streaming on Netflix.

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There was a time when a red carpet beauty look equalled polished, sleek and clean cut hairstyles characterised by a glossy Hollywood wave or slick up-do. But no more. There is a revolution taking place amongst the A-list set. In place of 'done' styles, celebrities are welcoming in the big and the bold. Enter the bedhead bombshell - a look Alexa Demie just co-signed at the premiere of HBO's Euphoria Season 3.

Demie arrived on the red carpet as the antithesis of her on-screen alter-ego, Maddy Perez. As the archetypal 'baddie' of the hit show, Perez is confident and fierce, her attitude personified through her ultra-glam aesthetic. Think: sharp XXL winged liner, high-shine lip gloss, glitter eyeshadow, rhinestones and euphoric nails. She is a poster-girl for the resurrection of the Y2K movement and is at the centre of Euphoria-coded beauty trends that have been recreated en masse since the show first aired in 2019.

By contrast, Demie marked the return of the show with a stripped-back make-up look that counted a barely-there base, naked eyes and a nude lip. It was a move that allowed her hair to do all the talking. Tousled, textured, and undone, it takes cues from Kylie Jenner's windswept hair at this year's Oscars which spoke to a relaxed, sultry, slept-in look. But they aren't the only ones tolling the bell on traditional red carpet styles. Blonde poster girls Pamela Anderson and Sabrina Carpenter have flirted with it, too. But it's Suki Waterhouse and Daisy Edgar-Jones who have long championed French-girl-coded, expensive-looking hairstyles that never look overworked.

Describing the style, Tom Smith, hairstylist and Grazia Beauty Panelist, explains, 'It’s essentially polished hair that’s been gently loosened. The texture sits somewhere between brushed-out waves and natural movement, with a slightly uneven finish through the mid-lengths and ends. You’ll often see a soft centre or slightly off-centre parting, nothing too precise, and the root area is left a little flatter so it doesn’t feel too “blown out”. The overall mood has an element of polished but understated, like the hair is healthy and has settled into itself rather than been freshly styled or stuck in place.'

The move from highly polished hair is put down to a growing appetite for individuality, Smith says, which is introduced through small imperfections. 'Hair that feels slightly lived-in reads as more modern and more personal in a natural way, it doesn’t feel like it’s been applied in the same way on everyone and lends itself to feeling more youthful and authentic.'

With most things in the beauty industry right now, the shift is also a byproduct of our fixation with longevity. Instead of being fixed or rigid, there is a desire for 'styles that can move, drop, and evolve over the course of an evening, which feel more aligned with how people actually live with their hair. It also photographs better across different moments because of how it moves and behaves as it has more dimension and softness, which feels more relevant for how people want to create images and content now,' adds Smith.

If you want to make like Demie et al, Smith advises starting with your natural texture and styling the hair as you normally would. Then, use a light serum or cream to break it up. Take a hairdryer on a cold setting and run it over the lengths, or simply shake your hair out upside down. To define, focus on twisting out the ends slightly and softening any areas that feel too uniform. If you prefer using a tool, try a wide-barrel tong and curl inconsistently through the hair, but avoid small or narrow tools and curling in the same direction, which always look artificially generated.

Key to the look? 'Stop before it looks “finished”'.

Sameeha Shaikh is Grazia's beauty writer, working across all categories to bring you insights on the latest trends, industry news and the products you need to know about, viral or not (most probably viral).

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The only thing better than a holiday abroad? A holiday abroad with a festival.

From Glasto to Download, we all know the joy of a good old British festival. With the sun shining and the pints flowing, there's little that tops the joy of standing in a park, live music and the chatter of crowds blending into one.

But lest we forget that there's a world of live music yet to be discovered. Look further afield to Europe, and there’s an abundance of great festivals yet to be discovered. From jazz weekends to headliner-packed events, they offer you new music, new places, and perhaps even cheaper beer.

Even if it means scrambling for leftover tickets or battling it on in resales, we're assembling our group chats, doing our research, and getting the job done. But with some festivals already sold out, there's no time like the present to get booking.

Here's the best festivals taking part in Europe this year (including who's playing at them).

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At this point, the time I spend scrolling on TikTok is embarrassing. I routinely say, ‘Oh, I read somewhere that…’ which is actually code for 'I watched a TikTok and...' From what I should be meal-prepping (Emily English, always) to what the cool girls in London are up to (beauty pop-ups are the new night out), it’s fair to say I’m a TikTok obsessive. And that’s before I even get started on the beauty corner of the app. At this point, I will cut myself some slack. Scrolling TikTok until my eyes roll back is a part of my job. When it comes to staying abreast of the trends, new launches and viral products, it’s actually quite a useful place to be. Occasionally products come tumbling onto my FYP with such aggression that they surely must be miracle workers. One such example doing the rounds right now? Dr Melaxin’s Cemenrete Calcium Multi Balm, £22 which creators on the app insist is life-changing.

If you’re in any way online, there's a high chance you’ve seen the swathes of influencers brandishing its instantly recognisable purple packaging, hastily swiping the stuff beneath their eyes. The claims? Wild. ‘It’s like Botox in a bottle,’ says one, while another touts it as 'so good she’s canceled her filler appointment.’ And the sales figures prove the masses are buying into the hype. This month TikTok Shop ran its in-app ‘Beauty Crush’ event spotlighting new launches, during which the balm sold an eye-watering 13,000 units in just six days.

Emily Caine, Head of Beauty at TikTok Shop, says ‘Dr Melaxin is a brilliant example of how K-Beauty has evolved into a driving force within the UK beauty market. Shoppers have become much more mindful about skin health – focusing on calming, repairing and protecting the skin barrier rather than over-exfoliating or overworking it’

But is it really worth it? Calming, repairing and protective? Yes. Filler in a stick? Hard no.

I was eager to try though, reeled in by the reams of positive reviews that are hard to ignore as a beauty editor. Finally, I got my hands on one and have thoughts. Let’s start with ingredients. The Dr Melaxin Eye Balm is certainly not bad -  it's gentle and packed with hydrators such as glycerin and collagen extract. It’s soothing and hydrating, helping to bolster the skin barrier over time. But this is not even remotely comparable to filler or Botox - or any other type of injectable, for that matter.

Dr Sonia Khorana weighs in - ‘From an ingredient perspective, there’s nothing in Dr Melaxin’s eye balm that would make it comparable to filler or botulinum toxin. Those are medical treatments delivered via a needle, and a topical product can’t replicate that mechanism of action. Most eye balms rely on a combination of humectants, emollients and sometimes film-forming agents that create a temporary smoothing effect on the surface of the skin. That can improve the appearance of fine lines caused by dehydration, but it’s not the same as in-clinic treatments. It’s definitely not ‘filler in a stick’ or ‘Botox in a bottle’. It’s an eye balm that hydrates and smooths - not a miracle product.'

So, would I say it’s still a nice eye balm? Yes, actually. If you’re concerned about under-eye wrinkles and want your concealer to glide on more seamlessly around that area, then this is a genuinely good option. It creates a smooth, slightly balmy surface that make-up adheres to beautifully. Rather than gathering in creases or looking dry by midday, my concealer stays fresh, without any sticky residue. But heed my warning - you only need the smallest amount. Apply too much and it has form for piling.

Would I use it as my sole eye cream? Unlikely. I’d still opt for something more cocooning at night, ideally formulated with a gold-standard ingredient such as a gentle retinol (excellent for wrinkles) or a something infused with volufiline (excellent for plumping.)

And most crucially of all would I actively recommend Dr Melaxin Eye Balm? Really, that depends on what you’re looking for. If you want something soothing that supports the skin barrier and helps make-up sit better, then yes - I feel confident you’ll think this product a pleasant addition to your routine. It glides satisfyingly along the orbital bone and feels lovely to apply. If you’re hoping for injectable-levels of plumping prowess, however, then my advice is don’t bother.

Cancelling a filler appointment? Probably not.

Shop: Dr.Melaxin Cemenrete Calcium Multi Balm

Rachael Martin is Grazia’s Beauty director. Originally from Northern Ireland, she studied English Literature at Queen’s University Belfast, before moving to London to pursue a career in magazine journalism.

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Move over, K-beauty; it’s all about J-beauty, and with that comes a new skincare launch from Japanese brand MUJI into Europe. You might know the brand as the go-to for all home storage and essentials. In fact, my dressing table is equipped with every acrylic storage imaginable to store my skincare and make-up. The brand’s ethos inspires minimal yet functional designs that create such a peaceful, simplistic affect in the home, offering products without breaking the bank. With that said, it’s no surprise that the brand has launched skincare, and naturally derived skincare at that. MUJI's skincare range dates back to 1997 in Japan, and with the success of the idea of ‘mochi skin', think plump, bouncy and radiant skin guaranteed. Spoiler alert: it’s fab.

It offers everyone an easy, accessible, and indulgent way to achieve that glass-skin glow without worrying about irritation. As someone with particularly sensitive skin, I was more than happy to give this new range a try. A skincare brand that offers a solution to my sensitive skin woes without compromising on glow or the perfect ingredients has already gained cult status. Think a dreamy cleanser, a hard-working face serum and the perfect does-it-all moisturiser.

On first impressions, I was obsessed with the packaging. I love the whole clean-girl aesthetic, and this packaging truly spoke to me. I will take any excuse to put some time in for a touch of self-care, and this range makes it easy. The simplistic approach makes it easy for everyone to pick up and use (looking at you, boyfriend, who often takes a swipe of my best moisturisers) without needing to look at the instructions.

Let’s get to the products.

Step one: Cleanser

First up, the cleansing oil. Oil is my preferred way to cleanse. It suits my dry, sensitive skin perfectly without leaving it feeling stripped or harming the skin barrier. The gentle, plant-based formula simply removes make-up and skincare from the day in a couple of swipes. All I needed to do was emulsify with a touch of water, and my skin was clean as a whistle.

Step two: Serum

Next up was the serum. Serum is the most important step in my routine, so when I spotted the Fermented Booster Serum, I knew I’d love it. This formula contains over 65% of fermented rice bran extract, which is an ingredient that’s new to me, but I was pleasantly surprised at the results. This ingredient originated in Tendo, where it was traditionally used in the fermentation process of a sake brewery – meaning this formula not only boosts hydration but strengthens the skin and helps to enhance the absorption of the rest of your skincare. On further research, I discovered that this serum is, in fact, a bestseller in Japan, with it being a viral success in its own right.

I’m a type of person who raves about powerful serums with stronger ingredients, but it was refreshing to use a serum that just boosts hydration and cares for the skin. If you’re someone whose skin takes a beating from various products or weather, this serum would feel like a big glass of water – result.

Step three: Moisturiser

Next up is the Moisturising Cream. This formula is designed to coat sensitive skin, helping to boost and repair the skin’s barrier and keep the skin nice and hydrated. Think of this cream as the perfect coat for your outfit. It felt comfortable and cool on the skin, leaving a soft glow and preparing my sensitive skin perfectly for make-up. I’m someone who loves a rich moisturiser that acts more like a primer to really boost radiance before make-up, but this made the skin feel soft and hydrated without causing irritation. It's a great all-rounder.

Step four: All-in-one gel

Finally, the one product I was excited to get my hands on was the All-in-One gel. Although I love spending time on my skincare and have plenty of pamper evenings, I’m also partial to a do-it-all kind of product. Think of this formula as your toner, serum and moisturiser all in one tube. If you’re looking for that one product to sum up this new launch, this has to be it. Full of ceramides and amino acids, this gel soothes and hydrates, keeping your routine ridiculously simple.

What did I think overall?

In a nutshell, this new skincare range puts sensitive skin first, and that’s something you don’t see often. In a world full of powerful ingredients, hard-working acids, and retinol, it’s refreshing to see a brand take it back to basics and make it easy for everyone to achieve a solid, reliable skincare routine that avoids irritation. Of course, the added radiance from these hydrating staples is definitely a bonus, but overall, if you have sensitive skin or want to strip back your routine and prioritise your skin barrier – look no further.

Georgia Scott is a beauty commerce writer for Grazia. She has been obsessed with beauty products for as long as she can remember, and spends her days hunting for the latest trending products to get her hands on to review.

To say Elemis's Pro-Collagen cleansing balm is a beauty icon is an understatement. It's my go-to cleansing product; it leaves my face clean, hydrated, and glowing. If you (like me) have ever wanted to bottle up the magic of the Pro-Collagen range to be used on your body, you'll be thrilled to hear about the new Body Cleansing Balm and Marine Body Cream. Often we spend our time (and money) on our facial skincare, and the body gets neglected. That is, until now. There's one thing I'm sure of: Elemis knows a thing or two about hard-working skincare, so I feel more than comfortable putting the rest of my skin in its very capable hands.

The brand's Pro-Collagen range is full of viral and staple products that focus on nourishing, toning, hydrating and firming skin – the list of benefits is endless. There have been plenty of new additions recently: the Pro-Collagen toning mist and the new cleansing mousse, specifically. But today marks the official launch day of the brand's body care range, which it teased in several posts on its Instagram, and it's safe to say I (and many others) are already obsessed.

The Pro-Collagen range has 20 years of expertise rolled into the formulas, packaged up into a two-step ritual to turn your everyday routine into a spa experience. Dreamy. The brand's bestselling cleansing balm and face cream have been reformulated into staple body care products designed to transform the skin after continued use, and the results from clinical trials are already impressive.

Much like the cult cleanser, you'll find ingredients like lavender, chamomile and eucalyptus in the Cleansing Balm, which turns into a foaming milk to deeply hydrate and cleanse the skin. The result is gorgeously clean, healthy-looking skin, and a strengthened skin barrier.

The Pro-Collagen Body Cream works on treating any signs of ageing from the neck down and is clinically proven to improve firmness and skin elasticity as well as double hydration on the body. In just two weeks, fine lines and wrinkles are smoother, and skin is more youthful and less crepey.

Gone are the days of the body being forgotten about – this new launch will make you feel your best from head to your toes. Shop the latest releases below.

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Georgia Scott is a beauty commerce writer for Grazia. She has been obsessed with beauty products for as long as she can remember, and spends her days hunting for the latest trending products to get her hands on to review.

Picture it now. You’ve just stepped out of the shower, a crisp towel wrapped around freshly moisturised skin. You’ve spent the day lolling in the sunshine over books and cocktails, and now it’s time for the best part of any summer holiday. Getting ready on the balcony. There’s nothing that feels quite so dreamy as a slick of sheer lipstick, a wash of gleamy highlighter across your cheekbones, and a hefty slather of moisturiser to keep that golden glow from fading. Naturally, you’re sipping on a chilled glass of wine and nibbling on a few olives. The smell? Oh, the smell! All warm air, powder-laden moisturiser and the delicate linger of SPF still scenting your skin. And now - as it turns out -you can recreate that exact scent (and feeling) from the comfort of your own home. No plane ticket required.

TikTok (or PerfumeTok, more specifically) is home to the corner of the internet where fragrance aficionados are willing and ready to share their recommendations and dislikes to their fellow perfume fanatics. It’s the reason so many perfumes are thrust into the spotlight from YSL’s Babycat to Zara’s many dupe offerings. And now, another is having a moment with a staggering 54.7 million posts and counting dedicated to the stuff.

Enter Nivea’s Sun Eau de Toilette, £22.50, inspired by the iconic Nivea Sun sun cream - the very one you were likely slathered in as a child. One spritz, and you’re instantly transported back to care free, sun-soaked holidays where the only worry of the day was convincing your parents to allow you another hour in the pool. But make no mistake. While this one certainly taps into the nostalgia of childhood, this is a holiday memory made sophisticated.

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‘Delicious!!! The perfume I’ve been hunting for for months. Smells exactly like sunscreen but fades into light, powdery notes that aren’t overpowering, with a hint of sea salt. It makes me feel like summer in a bottle!” says one reviewer - and after trying it myself, I’m inclined to agree.

The first spritz reveals fresh green notes that soften into powder, subtle spice and warming woods. It sits beautifully on the skin, evoking the instantly recognisable Nivea sunscreen but lifted by a burst of citrus that keeps things fresh - sans any cloying heaviness or stickiness. One spray is an instant mood booster. Suddenly, I’m not Rachael Martin on the Central line. I’m Dua Lipa in Sifnos. Well, almost…

The only gripe? Some users say it doesn’t last as long as they’d like. One reviewer notes, ‘A lovely summer fragrance. Smells exactly how you’d expect - like Nivea sun lotion. Gets lots of compliments, but on me it only lasted around two hours.’

Still, for just over £20, it’s hardly a dealbreaker - especially as Nivea itself suggests reapplying throughout the day to keep that sun-drenched feeling going strong.

To the balcony we go.

Rachael Martin is Grazia’s Beauty director. Originally from Northern Ireland, she studied English Literature at Queen’s University Belfast, before moving to London to pursue a career in magazine journalism.

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Somewhere between a wooden block, a studded strap, and a heel you definitely notice, the clog has taken on new forms. Once a Dutch milkmaid staple, the clog has been evolving for years, and now it’s being adopted by fashion's most formidable women. These are confidence-heavy (and literally heavy) shoes that make every outfit feel fierce. There’s no question that Lizzie McGuire would have worn these new styles in her thirties.

Celebrities have already cemented the platform comeback, with Rihanna and Kylie Jenner both spotted wearing The Attico's Ornella 140 leather pumps – a crass take on a clog so let's call them clog-adjacent. And on Clog-Tok, too, posts about the clompers are soaring, proving that there's a real appetite for them.

Naturally, the spring/summer '26 runways already foretold this as Simone Rocha offered a softer entry point with flat beaded clogs, perfect for those who want a nod to the trend without risking sprained ankles. Meanwhile, at Bottega Veneta, Louise Trotter created some of the season's most talked about shoes by way of colourful rubber clogs, which, now that they've hit the stores, also come in the brand's signature woven leather. And then there’s fashion's North star, Phoebe Philo, whose sexy towering take (my personal favourite) on the sonic footwear has already sold out.

The high street and heritage brands aren’t sleeping on them either. Orthopaedic shoe maker Scholl (and former Balenciaga collaborator), as well as Ancient Greek Sandals offer heeled cork clogs and wooden flats at more democratic price points.

The beauty of this trend is that it works on multiple levels (no pun intended), depending on the mood you’re going for. In the day, it's perhaps wise to remain close to the ground. Headed out for a girls’ night out? Mini skirts are your secret weapon and heeled clogs will show off your legs. It’s the kind of shoe that can toggle between cool street style and hot girl without skipping a beat, part Julia Roberts in Erin Brockovich, part fashion editor hitting the Paris pavements. It’s slightly rebellious and rarely the most comfortable choice, but perfect for anyone who wants their shoes to make some noise. Literally.

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Renee Washington, Grazia's digital fashion and beauty writer, lives online. With a penchant for wispy lashes and streetwear, she writes about the worlds of fashion and beauty from the viewpoint of the modern fashion girlie..

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River Island is having a renaissance of sorts. I have a soft spot for the brand - I bought my first blazer there at 21 while rifling through racks in Dubai Mall - but over the years I've leaned more towards the likes of Zara and COS for my high street essentials, and have reserved River Island for a quick dash to an actual store (!) when I'm in a fashion pinch. Seemingly quietly reinventing itself in recent years, I've seen more River Island pieces on the Instagram grids of fashionable women than ever before, and the brand's latest collab, with Love Island alum, Olivia Attwood, is a real power move for the brand - not just because it's a love letter to power dressing.

What makes this edit so magnetic? First, it’s Olivia: TV personality, style icon, and unapologetic go-getter, bringing her wardrobe and power-dressing sensibility to River Island’s accessible high-street edit. Second, it drops at exactly the right time for autumn, with layering pieces that feel seasonal yet timeless. And third, there’s a rare precision to every piece, every hem, every seam, every detail feels purposefully placed. These aren’t trend-chasing pieces; they’re items you can keep season after season, on rotation.

I could gush about this collection all day, every piece and cut is flattering for every body shape, and the colour palette feels quietly expensive. The white cape blazer took me by surprise; the scarf detailing drapes perfectly, and it’s officially on my wishlist. Pinstripes run throughout, but the navy cocoon-sleeve jacket with matching trousers is one I can’t wait to get my hands on. Burgundy sets the autumn tone, and the red handmade wool-blend scarf coat is this season’s wardrobe keeper. Leather, animal print, even a fur coat, everything looks far pricier than it is. These aren’t trend-chasing pieces; they’re timeless staples.

About the collection, Olivia said, 'I’ve shopped at River Island since I was a teenager. There was a store near where I worked, and I’d go in every day to try on the new drops. The brand has only improved over the years, so when I saw this collection, I knew I had to be a part of it. It’s so me: tailored, fun, and unapologetically bold.'

'The tailoring makes everything super flattering, so I want girls to put these pieces on and instantly feel confident, like, ‘I know I look good.’ That’s the energy behind this whole collection. I don’t chase big statement pieces anymore. I’d rather invest in something versatile that I can style in different ways. Like the tweed co-ord, I’ll wear the blazer with jeans or the skirt with a white tee. It’s chic, sustainable, and still feels fresh every time.'

Scroll on to see my favourite expensive-looking picks from the River Island X Olivia Attwood collection, pieces that feel designer, but won’t break the bank.

Shop: River Island X Olivia Atwood Pieces That Are Destined To Sell Out

Anne Lora Scagliusi is a fashion commerce writer at Grazia with over a decade of international experience. She began her career in Dubai, covering major fashion events and global trends, and her work has appeared in Vogue, Vanity Fair, Marie Claire, and Glamour. Now based between Italy and the UK, Anne is rarely seen without one of her signature Self-Portrait dresses and believes that great style should be as practical as it is polished, especially when parenting a toddler.

A version of this piece was originally published in Things Worth Knowing with Farrah Storr, where you can read the extended copy

Here’s a confession: I have been cheated on, as well as, I have cheated.

The first time I cheated, it was swift. A kiss in a nightclub with a man I had met on holiday. It was immaterial really, based on my own teenage narcissism. I wanted to feel desired by a man other than the one I loved back home. It was that simple. I wanted to feel pain and guilt and all the associated tropes of infidelity after the act, but I did not. Instead I felt only sadness.

The second time was more complex. It was with a man I had known for many years. I was in a long termish relationship at that point, though it is true, the flame was burning out. The infidelity lasted only a week- a passionate, euphoric 7 days that was as emotionally messy as it was carnally simple. I felt numb to any wrong doing as it was happening, but floored by the guilt and consequent pain later.

Discovering I had been cheated on was a different story. At the time I felt as though the pain was all mine, but now, with the hindsight of many years, I understand that even the ‘deceiver’ can shoulder their own complicated burden. Of course, it was difficult to swallow- the deception yes, but also the pride that there was another woman he could desire more than me. The relationship was too brittle to withstand a blow as big as infidelity and so we parted ways some time after.

When I worked in magazines we explored affairs in the single-minded way one is taught to approach them. That there is a victim and there is a perpetrator. We should have sympathy for the victim and contempt for the enactor. The standard questions I was taught to ask, being:  Did you feel guilty? Did you regret what you did? Questions that felt mired in quasi-religious reckoning. These questions rarely allowed the interviewee to give a full, more nuanced story- though they often tried. (When you’ve only got 700 words or less to play with, nuance doesn’t stand a chance.) And so the bits I always felt needed reading were those that ended up on the cutting room floor. These were the bits that admitted affairs can happen just as easily within happy relationships as they can in unhappy ones. That you can love a partner even as you betray them. That affairs are rarely for one reason alone. And to judge them by gender is as simplistic as to see all all ‘cheaters’ as guilty and all victims as innocent.

And so I did a call out some weeks ago to ask women who had strayed to tell their complete story. I expected few to answer my call, but was amazed by the sheer number who did. Here are their stories... and I hope, as ever, everyone can read their stories without judgement.

‘My affair changed every fibre of me’

My affair began on Boxing Day, 2018 and ended before the year was through. I had been married for five years at that point, to a man I had met when I was 19. We got married in Central Park in front of a handful of people, and though we were very different people, I was unconscious to the notion of us ever not being together.

I was not looking for an affair. I don’t think anyone goes looking for one, but it’s true that there were fault lines in my marriage. My husband and I led lives that felt very remote from one another. He would eat dinner with his parents, I would go to the gym. I was concerned about our lack of a sex life, he saw no issue. ‘We’ll sort it once we start trying for children,’ he used to say. But we never did. I repeatedly told him I was lonely. He heard it but he didn’t do anything, not because he didn’t want to fix it but because he didn’t know how. I think the truth is, I was evolving as a person without him long before P walked into my life.

P was in a local band which had found some success and so he was relatively well known in the small town in which I lived. He walked through the door of the small shop I ran and we started to talk. I have never believed in visceral chemistry before, but I had it with him. I became flushed and my heart started to race. When he left my hands were shaking.

‘Are you okay?’ asked my colleague.  I wasn’t sure.

We bumped into one another at a party a few months later and after that he followed me on social media. He commented on my stories and sent me long, flirtatious messages. I loved the attention but was adamant nothing would happen.  When he suggested meeting up I would always say the same thing: ‘My husband is a good man. I don’t want to hurt him.’ But the truth was, I was mad about P. I thought about him all the time but it still felt like a fictitious part of my life. I was married. He was married with three kids, so it felt safe in its own way.

Then six months after we first met I booked a trip to New York with my mother for Christmas. I posted a picture of the two of us on social media. By the time I landed at JFK, I had a message. P was on a flight out to see me.

I was excited but also terrified. Here was this man moving heaven and earth to be with me, when my own husband wouldn’t come to the end of the road with me if there was something more pressing to be done. P’s actions spoke to every part of my soul that needed something. It was as though he knew what to give me without me having even articulated or identified it to myself.

After that we stole time together whenever we could. Both of our jobs involved travelling so we would coordinate to meet in towns across the UK, the names of which I cant even remember anymore. It was a mixture of euphoria and terror and abhorrence; like being on a rollercoaster you can’t get off. Of course, I knew what I was doing was wrong and wasn’t in keeping with who I felt I was. I felt guilt and shame but I was able to compartmentalise it. It was like watching someone else’s affair from the side lines wondering how it would all pan out.

Over time there were signs P was not perhaps the man I thought he was - he had a violent temper and could be incredibly cruel. Still, I told myself I had to make a go of it because I had compromised so much of myself. If I could make it work I could somehow justify what happened. And then I fell pregnant. It was a terribly sad and traumatic time. We decided to have a termination and after that, I could tell it had changed for him. That killed me. Emotionally I was dismantled and the wheels came off one by one. A month later I told my husband. And then, in a fit of anger, I told P’s wife.

'It was like watching someone else’s affair from the side lines..and wondering how it would pan out'

It broke my husband in pieces.  He ended up on medication and had constant panic attacks. He told everyone we knew what had happened. I don’t blame him - it was, I suppose, his way of coping. ‘It’s like being at my own wake,’ he told me. ‘All everyone keeps saying is, "I’m so sorry this happened to you."' For me, there was an odd freedom in everyone knowing. The lies were finally over.

P’s wife only wanted to know two things: had it been a physical relationship and had we been to New York together? I knew she had always wanted to go to New York but had never been. I said no to both questions. I guess I wanted to protect her, having seen the devastation it had caused my husband. I don’t know if that was the right thing to do in the long run.

My husband wanted to reconcile, P’s wife turned a blind eye. For me I could never go back. So I packed up my life and I moved to another city. A place where I knew no one. I turned the lock in my old front door, left the car in the driveway and walked away. Life began again. I got a job. I made new friends. That life was never the life I should have had. It never suited me and I never suited it.

I don’t do self pity but I do feel sorry for the version of me that I used to be. I got myself into a situation that I should never had got into and I wish dearly that my actions didn’t have to make anyone else live with that pain.

P was wrong and flawed in so many ways, but had I never met him I might still be living a life I didn’t want. In darker moments, I think the guilt and shame I’m left with is a life sentence. In brighter ones, I remind myself that time heals. There are few things in life that change the fibre of you. Marriage didn’t change me, divorce didn’t change me, but the affair did.

‘You can love two people- and those loves can live in parallel’

I have been having an affair with a man we shall call R, for the last fifteen years. It is an affair that has been by turns both passionate and all-consuming, as well as purely emotional. Our relationship ebbs and flows over time. We can spend years apart or every weekend together. He knows more about me than the father of my child, and certainly more than the man I currently live with and who I love dearly. That sounds strange, I know. And probably hard to comprehend.

I first met R at a training session with a mental health charity back in 2007.  I was 25 and single; he was 27 and in a long-term relationship of 10 years. We started spending time together and very quickly confessed our feelings. I suppose you could say I pursued him to start with, but he was in a complicated relationship and I honestly believed that we would be together. I spent the best part of my twenties living this way- weekends away with him, stolen moments here and there. I waited until I couldn’t any longer and when he couldn’t give me the commitment I wanted, I walked away. But we never lost touch. R understood me in ways I didn’t even understand myself back then, and letting go of that was too painful. I wanted him to remain my secret; my safe person. He eventually separated from his partner and I met someone else, but he often dominated my thoughts and I would yearn for the safety of our connection.

Then, almost ten years after we first met, I fell pregnant with a man who I had only been seeing for 9 months. It was very unexpected and not something I had factored into my life. I couldn’t share my fear with the man I was with, for fear of denting his excitement at being a father. Only R knew how troubled I was by the thought of motherhood.

I went ahead with the pregnancy and tried to start a new life as a mother while trying to take on a big new job. It was a time of huge transition for me and for a short while I tried to bury myself beneath the identity of being a mother. But it didn’t work, and so we started the affair again. In between the carefully coordinated schedule of drops offs and picks ups and bedtime stories. I went back to him, I thought, because the relationship with my daughter’s father was not established and was, in any case, based on friendship and logistics. But as the years have gone on and I have reflected on the topic in a way I was too afraid to before, I think I went back because of my fear at settling into my role as a mother.

The affair wasn’t about escapism or heightened desire, nice hotels or stolen weekends. It was so tightly bound up with my identity and fear of commitment and, I have since learned, my fascination with living a life within a life. That’s where the energy is for me. I knew (and know) that I love and adore my daughter more than I ever thought possible. But it was a deep shock to move from one pace of life to another and I don’t think I ever gave myself time to process it. You can have a sort of amnesia when you become a mother. You can sit there and think, ‘I can’t remember what music I like anymore.’ Motherhood doesn’t leave much left for you.  R then felt like something that was completely mine and mine only. An escape of sorts.

'My fascination is with living a life within a life..that’s where the energy is for me'

Someone once described motherhood as feeling feel like a house where the doors to its rooms have been shut for some time. But the doors need opening and the lights need switching on to remind the house of what it once was. R knew me before I as a mother. And so, in a way, I suppose he was able to open those doors very quickly.

I have been in a relationship with R for almost half of my life now.  He knows everything about me- even the parts I don’t want to acknowledge myself. I think, in a funny way, this is why I could never be in an official relationship with him. It’s too vulnerable a place to spend all my time. What’s more, I’m very happy in my current relationship. We understand one another in different ways to the way R and I understand one another.

People might think I return to R time and again because there’s a lack in my partner but I think it’s more that there’s a lack in me. When I’ve gone through big transformational shifts throughout my life, R’s been there. He’s always believed in me when I perhaps didn’t believe in myself.

Last year I lost a very close friend and it was R I turned to, not my partner. R isn’t married. He doesn’t have children. He travels a lot and is very committed to his job. He’s a couple of years older than me and we don’t really discuss partners. I couldn’t tell you if he’s in a relationship or not. All I know is that when there are unsteady parts of my life we come back together. A big part of me thinks he ultimately wants us to be together, but he also knows it’s too complicated.

We haven’t physically seen each other for a few years now, but we are in constant contact. The affair, if you can call it that, for it feels too flippant a word for what we have, is based far more on emotion now, than any sort of physicality. He will message me to see how I am. Sometimes I will reply, sometimes I will not. He understands the complexities of my life and how much I can give at any particular point. Ours is no longer a relationship about longing or sexual desire, but it is a need. There’s been so much change in my life that he is this constant, secure thread that runs throughout it all. If he wanted to end things I think it would be very hard for me to deal with. And yet, as arrogant as it might sound, part of me knows that the depth of his feelings for me means he would never do that.

I first came to understand the complexities of an affair when I was 15. My mother, who was in a very unhappy relationship with my step-father,  sat me down and told me she was in love with someone else. The relationship had ended and she was still very much in love with this other man, as well as devastated that it had not worked out as she had hoped.  In that moment I didn’t judge her; she was finally experiencing the kind of love she'd always wanted for herself. Instead I understood how affairs are nuanced and messy places to be and only those within them can really understand what they mean and what they are for.

I do believe you can love two people and that those loves can live in parallel. I love my partner deeply and in my own confused way, I love R too. You don’t have to give up on a relationship if it doesn’t give you anything. And it doesn’t mean there’s anything lacking in either too. Ive always thought it’s a lot of pressure to have one partner perform everything for someone. I think ultimately you have to come to understand what you need from a life. Identifying a need and then finding a way to service that need is often seen as selfish. But perhaps it should feel deserved instead.

Will I ever give up R? I’m not sure I can.  But I am sure we will never be together in the conventional sense. Our relationship is more about the waves and the journey. There’s no final destination for us and I don’t think either of us ever wants there to be. There’s very little terms and conditions attached to what we have which gives it a certain freedom. It speaks to the part of us that don’t want to be contained and so we drift, suspended somehow in time, probably forever.

‘My affair was a moment of enlightenment’

I’m married with 2 children now, but I often think about the man I had the affair with, as well as the man whose heart I broke when I left him.

It was a long time ago now, almost nine years ago in fact, but it still feels fresh in my mind. It was a complex time and when I look back now, I try not to judge myself too harshly. I was in a long term relationship that I didn’t know how to escape from. Having the affair was the impetus I needed to get out.

I had been in a relationship for 6 years when I met the man I was to have the affair with. My partner and I had been living together for 5 of those years and on paper he was perfect. But for some reason I wasn’t happy and I could never pin point why exactly . So one day I took myself off to America on a three-week acting course. That’s where I met the man I was to have the affair with. We were introduced by mutual friends and though I don’t believe in love at first sight, the chemistry was unlike anything I have ever felt before, or since.

The affair lasted only three weeks. He was American, and though I hoped he would come to see me in the UK, that never happened. I think it dawned on me when I got back home and examined my life that there was no real place for him in it. He was a free spirit. I needed security. But the point of our relationship was never, I think, to have an end point. It was about helping me move on from where I was, as selfish as that might sound.

On the plane home I was eaten up with guilt and confessed everything to the woman sat next to me - the only person I confided in for many years.  ‘I don’t envy you and what’s about to happen to your life,’ she said.

And my life was difficult after that. Though I didn’t tell my partner about the affair, splitting up with him felt like a divorce. He was a man who deserved so much love and commitment and I knew ultimately I couldn’t give him that. He put me on a pedestal and the truth is, I took advantage of that. I saw myself becoming a different person when I was with him, and not a better one. That worried me about our future. I wanted him to push back on who I was becoming, but he never did. That’s when I knew he was never going to exit the relationship.

I always thought I was a loyal person (I’d never cheated before or since), so to have an affair felt like a sign something was deeply wrong. I kept the affair a secret from everyone for many years. Still, most people don’t know. And certainly not the man I left behind. I felt, selfishly really, that it made me look like a bad person and I didn’t want that judgement from the people who were closest to me. I had done what I had done and I had to deal with it. I couldn’t take any extra judgement.

‘I always thought I was a loyal person, so to have an affair felt like a sign something was wrong.’

Funnily enough I bumped into my ex partner a few years later. I was in London with my mother when I heard a familiar voice behind me. ‘Hello ladies…’  I turned around and there he was. We talked. He had a fiance and a little boy. He seemed happy. I want to say that I was happy for him, but seeing him caught me by surprise. It was hard. It still is. Sometimes I find myself getting upset when I think of him. Not because it wasn’t the right thing to have ended it - it was. But it brings a lot back. A more innocent time, perhaps. We did so much together. We saw so much of the world together. I think it was a reminder of what could have been and what wasn’t.

Ultimately I think the affair was a moment of enlightenment. It gave me a space to reflect on my behaviour. And if you stray, I think the best thing you can do is examine why you strayed. If you are willing to risk so much, there must be reasons, that you are perhaps unaware of, that are hidden within that risk.

‘I grieved for all of us- my partner, my lover and me’

I met Will* in June 2019, at a party through a mutual friend. I was 26 and lived in London; he was in his 40s and lived on the other side of the country. Despite the fact there was a strong gravitational pull between us that evening, an affair never crossed my mind. I was in a relationship with a man I’d known since I was 16, who, for the sake of this article, we shall call Simon. Simon and I had grown up together, and gone through all of life’s biggest milestones by one another’s side-  A Level results, driving tests, graduating, first jobs. But a shared history is not a substitute for love, and as we approached our 30s, it became clear our paths no longer aligned. I was career-driven and loved spending time with my family. He liked going to football and playing Xbox with his friends. He told me to stop mothering him. I told him to grow up. We stayed together, simply because we did not know adult life without one another.

A few months before I met Will, Simon has been away on work trip to Ibiza. He arrived home having not slept for 24 hours, still buzzing from the drugs he had taken.  I was hurt. Out of everything, taking drugs was something I never wanted him to do, largely through fear of something awful happening to him. (It transpired he had been secretly dabbling in drugs for some time). I think in many ways, that was the moment I gave up on ‘us’.

Some months later I remember standing in the shower and thinking to myself, ‘I am going to walk out of the bathroom and I am going to break up with him.’ But I didn’t know how. I was terrified. I had never been “alone” in my entire adult life. Our families were so intertwined, we shared a home – I honestly couldn’t see how life would work without him.

Around the same time Will had DM’d me on Instagram. We didn’t exchange numbers or anything like that, we simply chatted back and forth. But relatively quickly Instagram moved to Whatsapp, and the messages became more flirtatious and sexual. On those nights that Simon was out, I would be on the phone to Will for hours. In fact, in our small one-bed flat, whilst  Simon was playing FIFA, I was able to have phone conversations with Will next door and Simon never wondered…

A few weeks later, Will was out with friends in London and asked me to meet him for a drink. I did and that’s when the affair started. I remember the first time we slept together - we both wanted it so badly, but the next day we both felt sick with guilt. Me, because I had a partner back home; Will because I was another man’s girlfriend. I remember having a terrible panic attack on the train home, and then crying on the phone to Will saying I couldn’t do it anymore . And yet the affair continued for a further two months.

I went through all the stages of emotion throughout that time. From the high, euphoric, excited emotions of “newly dating” someone, to feelings of guilt, and almost grief. I grieved Simon and everything we had built together when I was with Will, and I grieved Will when I was at home with Simon. I also grieved for myself and all the years I’d been unhappy, accepting that unhappiness was the card life had dealt me and that that was just the way I’d feel for the rest of my life. Then when I met Will, it was like the fuzz started to clear. I felt seen at last.

‘I grieved for myself and all the years I’d been unhappy…accepting that was the card life had dealt me’

For a short while I behaved erratically, trying to set Will up with other people- my cousin, one of my friends. In my head I kept thinking, how can I keep this man in my life without creating turbulence in my own life?  I couldn’t imagine life without Will, but felt I could never end things with Simon.

The turning point came when I went away for a few days with Will and introduced him to a friend. She said she’d not seen me that happy in a long time. It was also the night Will and I told one another we loved each other.

I never outright said I’d found someone else, but Simon isn’t stupid, and I believe he knew, deep down. I walked back into our flat and for the first time in a long time he looked up and said: “I’ve missed you.” I broke down. I stood there in my coat and said, ‘It’s over.’ I’ll never forget him getting in his car and driving away and looking up at our flat window where I was looking out .

Fast forward to today and Will and I are getting married next year. We share a home, a dog, a life that feels solidly ‘’us’ where we’re both on the same path.

There are always three people in an affair and it’s easier to look at it as victim and perpetrator. But there’s also a third person- in this case Will.  I was perhaps blind to his feelings of  hurt and frustration throughout the affair. I was so consumed with Simon and me, that I didn’t think about the man whose life was also in limbo as I moved between Simon and Will. He told me how hurt he felt, and how on numerous occasions he was never sure if he would ever see me again.

Affairs are complex, and there are many different shades to them. Black and white rarely sums it up. Infidelity happens for multiple reasons, and the trope of forbidden sex often clouds the very deep emotional reasons many people stray. I often think if I had the confidence to end my unhappy relationship long before, then perhaps I wouldn’t have embarked on the affair. But then perhaps, I’d never have met Will.

*All names have been changed

A version of this piece was originally published in Things Worth Knowing with Farrah Storr, where you can read the extended copy

Sometimes things change. We realise that using plastic is bad for the world. It becomes socially unacceptable to judge a woman for having sex. We go from one series of Love Island per year to two.

But other times, things stay the same. And one of those things is the hideous balancing act that women are expected to put up with when it comes to having a career or having a family.

One such woman is writer of Sex and the City, Candace Bushnell. The super-star writer, who came up with the iconic Carrie/Samantha/Charlotte/Miranda combination, has stated this week that she regrets how she handled her personal balancing act.

She told the Sunday Times Magazine last weekend: ‘When I got divorced and I was in my 50s, I started to see the impact of not having children and of truly being alone. I do see that people with children have an anchor in a way that people who have no kids don’t.’

Admitting to wishing that you’d put having kids above having enormous career success feels like a bit of a diversion from the feminist playbook, a playbook which claims to value motherhood and personal success equally sometimes doesn’t follow through on that promise.

It’s scary to read someone like Candace Bushnell, who taught my generation that they can live in big cities, have lots of sex and enjoy a couple of selfish adult decades free from responsibility, saying that she feels she made a mistake. Are we all making mistakes if we follow in her footsteps and choose cocktails over nappy changing and casual sex over stretch marks?

Increasingly we are told as women that if we wait too late, we'll miss the baby boat. Just yesterday a viral tweet was all over the internet, warning women that by 30, 90% of our eggs are dead. And now women who ignored those message are telling us that they have regrets.

As a woman who has put her career above anything else, Bushnell’s statement almost feels like an attack on the way thatmodern women like me, who are increasingly putting off starting families or skipping it entirely, are living their lives. Especially given that she created Samantha Jones, the poster-woman for having an amazing life without kids.

But it’s not an attack. It’s just an honest reflection on where life has left her at 60. Rich, successful, attractive and without children. And sometimes in order to be honest about our feelings, we have to break the rules of being a ‘good’ feminist.

The reality is that Bushnell is a victim of sexist biology. It’s not fair that women are less able to have children later in life than men - giving them a smaller window of time in which to procreate if they wish to do so. It’s not fair that women are the only ones able to breastfeed children. It’s not fair that human babies are born at a stage of their development which means they are incredibly reliant on their mothers for an extended period of time. None of it is fair. But it is true.

If we were designing the reproductive system from scratch it wouldn’t put the majority of the burden on the female partner. If we were to redesign the working week from scratch, it wouldn’t be mutually exclusive with being a new parent. But in the current situation, where women carry and mostly care fore babies, and offices generally require employees to be present for 40 hours a week and leave their children at home, doing both is hard.

The options for women who want to have it all are to have babies very early, then go back to work. That hinges on finding the right person, having enough money and sacrificing your young and selfish years.

You could put of having children as late as possible so that you’ve made career progress before you go on maternity leave. But that means playing a dangerous game of risk with your fertility, and a lack of financial support from the NHS if you reach the age of 40 and need help.

Or you could do what the majority of women do and have a baby in your late twenties or early thirties, try to do both and end up feeling guilty most of the time.

Given that these are the options it seems no wonder that women like Candace Bushnell decide to skip the whole family thing and focus on enjoying their talent, money and fame.

When you list the options out, it seems pretty clear that ‘having it all’ – the dream we were all raised to expect - the amazing career, a wonderful social life, a 'perfect' body and a big family (while also staying happy and sane) is pretty much impossible.

Women who have children and ditch their career often regret that. Women who have more than one child sometimes regret the second. Women who go into law firms when they really wanted to be ballerinas sometimes look back and wonder what might have been. Having children is not a way of future proofing your choice. Nothing is.

Acknowledging that there is a risk that you will regret your life choices does not condemn them.

It’s not anti-women, or ant-feminist to admit that there are only so many hours in a week, and it’s not possible to excel in every single area. Nor is it feminist to, like Bushnell, admit that , in hindsight, you regret the choices that we made.

No woman should have children because she feels obliged to, and there are women all over the world who have chosen not to have kids and never regretted it. But we don't alleviate the pressure on women to have children by pretending that it's always the 'right' choice. Just as some women will regret having children, others will regret not having them.

Feminism is, and always has been, about choice. Bushnell made her choice back in the years when kids were an option. Now she’s being honest about that choice.

We should laud her for opening up about her experiences, not condemn her for deviating from the script which said children weren’t an important part of a fulfilled life – even if it is a script that she helped write.

Over a decade since its release, we thought that we’d wrung out just about every potentially problematic detail from Love Actually, from the over-reliance on fat-shaming jokes to the downright weird relationship dynamics of many of Richard Curtis’ ‘romantic’ storylines.

However, despite having seemingly watched the ensemble rom-com a grand total of 4,527 times, we’d missed out on one glaringly bizarre piece of trivia – and you’ve probably done the same, too.

Cast your mind back to last Christmas, when it’s almost inevitable that you (whether deliberately or not) managed to catch at least half of Love Actually on ITV, and back to two storylines in particular. First, there’s Sam, the primary school-aged step-son of Liam Neeson who’s suffering from ‘the total agony of being in love’ while also mourning the death of his mum. Then, there’s Juliet, she of baker boy hats and ‘I look quite pretty, don’t I?’ fame, the newly-wed whose husband’s best man just happens to be in love with her, despite their never shared more than two words. So, one is probably learning about phonics and long division; the other is settling down in an improbably fancy Kensington mews flat.

These two characters, at two vastly different stages in their respective fictional lives, are played by Thomas Brodie Sangster and Keira Knightley. A cursory Google of the two actors reveals that Keira was born on 26th March 1985; Thomas, meanwhile, was born on 16th May 1990 - meaning that there’s a whole five years’ age difference between the pair (as fans on Twitter are pointing out). Five. Whole. Years. At the time of filming, Thomas was a 13-year-old playing a 10-year-old, whereas Keira was an 18-year-old playing someone a good half-decade older. A strange oversight, or just another example of how women in film seem to age at an exponential rate, in contrast to their male colleagues? You decide..

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Rosamund Pike has spoken to Vulture about her role in Gone Girl, and what it took both emotionally – and physically – to get it right. Because, despite a few critics, the general consensus is that she totally nailed it.

‘I had to gain and lose weight for those scenes three times over! They scheduled around it, so I had two weeks each time for each fluctuation. It was quite intense. It was like turning your body into a chemistry lab, and I couldn’t escape it,’ she recalls. ‘I trained with a boxer. Anyone who is going to go into the ring will usually rest over their fighting weight, and then lean out to go into the ring.’

She felt slightly concerned about the effect on her body, and reckons that it’s probably healthier to gain and lose weight over a longer period of time – ‘as with a baby’.

While some critics have mused over whether Rosamund was the right choice to play Amy, we think she was absolutely spot on. It’s a complex role, and a lot of preparation went into it – weight and appearance aside: ‘There was always something to think about with Amy. I had to transform the obvious way, and then I had wigs, I had to do the schizophrenic weight-gain/loss, I had to change my voice... Not just change my accent,’ she went on to say. ‘Amy has specific different voices. Because there’s Diary Amy, and then there’s the other voice-over, where the vitriol comes out and you hear her critique of her own gender.’

READ MORE: Here’s The Real, Chilling Story Gone Girl Was Based On

Physically, too, every action on-camera would have to be deliberate and smooth because, in effect, Rosamund was playing a woman playing different women. ‘Amy has to have this precision to everything she does. So with me, it was this fluidity, this smoothness, even just getting into a car. Amy had to glide. [David Fincher] wouldn’t want Amy to drop her keys and fumble in the foot well. She’d have to slide in like a ballerina because she’s so self-aware of how she’s coming across. Even when there’s no one watching, she’s watching.’

Intense. But what does she think about the most famous passage in the book, that one critic dubbed the ‘Cool Girl Speech’? It’s the moment in the book, and the film, where Amy rips into those well-worn stereotypes of the Manic Pixie Dreamgirl (think: Natalie Portman in Garden State and Zoe Deschanel in, well, anything) aka what men expect their dream girlfriend to be. The girl who eats pizza but never gets bigger than a size 2, who drinks beer but never gets embarrassing-drunk.

‘I think most women identify with it, and that’s why the book was so successful because women find it sort of deliciously undeniable, something they recognise in themselves and their friends. And it’s something they’ve tried on,’ she says. ‘I’m not saying most people would try it on forever, but most people can identify at some point with having tried on other personas. It could be because you’re attracted to a guy. It could be because you meet a girl in school who you think is cool and you want to be her friend, so you take on her interests, what she’s into, and dress like her. We’re all on it.’

Rosamund doesn’t, however, fit neatly into a label. ‘I’d just stay with Complicated Girl. Honestly, after these past three days, I have no idea who I am any more. I have to go home! I just have to go home, get on the floor, and play with some Legos.’

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Shopping for the best foundation can feel like a never-ending task, but let me offer some relief: it's OK to change your mind. It's fine to have a few products on rotation and to try something new and out of the box. Despite having my old faithfuls to use up, I always find myself drawn to the latest beauty launches, and that's one of the most exciting things about the beauty industry - it's ever-evolving. What's more, my skin has different needs at different times of year, so what works for summer, won't necessarily work in winter. The cornerstone of any beauty routine, it's important to get foundation right, but I don't necessarily believe in the 'one-foundation-to-rule-them-all' rhetoric of beauty eras gone by.

Classic foundations, like Estée Lauder Double Wear, NARS Sheer Glow, Armani's Luminous Silk and YSL's All Hours, remain a constant in many of our beauty stashes and are often the ones we use as the blueprint to compare alternatives to. Even the classics, though, can be reinvented, and you shouldn't feel like you're cheating on your OG if you wish to dip a toe in the waters of a different formula.

The latter of the greats mentioned above, YSL's All Hours Foundation, is a firm favourite of mine. The original matte formula leaves no blemish visible with its flawless, full-coverage finish. Although I used to prefer a matte finish, nowadays, I'm much more in the market for a lighter, more glowy base, so you can imagine my excitement when news of YSL's All Hours Glow Foundation landed in my inbox - I was all ears.

Initial thoughts:

On first impressions, I loved the lighter, more bouncy formula as it glided onto my skin. Most matte foundations tend to be rather firm and thick to provide long-lasting coverage, but the new glow formula suits me and my skin much better. I typically have quite dull-looking and dry skin type, so any product that promises radiance and longevity, I'm pretty much sold.

The formula is reminiscent of its older sibling, but the difference is that this foundation immediately catches the light as soon as it hits the skin. What makes this launch unique is the combination of a glowy formula with the longevity of a 24-hour wear finish - two things that don’t usually go hand in hand.

What I love:

When you think of glowing foundations, you expect the staying power to be less than your average full coverage formula, whereas All Hours Glow really can do both. I applied it with a synthetic buffing brush, and I found that it blends over the skin seamlessly, as long as you have a moisturised base. I was impressed with the way it lasted on my skin. After four or five hours, my skin still looked radiant and concealed, without any signs of patchiness.

I love skincare-infused make-up, and this foundation is formulated with both hyaluronic acid and niacinamide to keep the skin nourished, hydrated, and free of any unwanted oil. It's also available in a whopping 40 shades, with a patented shade finder to boot.

I wear the shade LN4 and it's perfect for me - the neutral undertones suit my skin and corrects unwanted redness. I found that imperfections were seamlessly concealed, but this formula has just the right amount of glow that I'm looking for in my complexion products.

What could be better:

As a pale-skinned girl, I'm no stranger to oxidisation, and this product isn't infallible. It does go a little darker than when initially applied, so if you're very pale, that's something to watch out for.

If you love a long-lasting, glowing formula that looks like silk on the skin, this new launch should definitely be on your radar. Not to mention, it's currently on offer thanks to Lookfantastic's daily discounts. Get 25% off before it's too late.

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Georgia Scott is a beauty commerce writer for Grazia. She has been obsessed with beauty products for as long as she can remember, and spends her days hunting for the latest trending products to get her hands on to review.

It's hard to think of a Made In Chelsea cast member as iconic as Mark-Francis Vandelli.He swanned into our lives during the first season of the E4 show wearing real Italian leather and snapping his fingers at everyone. His sassy one liners and humorous scenes withVictoria Baker-Harber were the perfect comic relief from all the drama in Chelsea.

Although Mark-Francis was one of the longest serving cast members the show ever had (starring on the show for 11 years from 2011 to 2022) there is still a lot viewers didn't know about him. The reality star has always remained very private, despite the rest of the cast having their love lives and personal confrontations aired for all to see. However, during a recent episode of Celebs Go Dating, Mark-Francis candidly opened up about why he remained so private on the show, his complicated upbringing and past relationships in a rare moment of vulnerability.

As this series of Celebs Go dating has progressed, Mark-Francis has struggled to lower his walls on dates which has frustrated the dating experts.Anna Williamson and Dr Tara encouraged Mark-Francis to talk about his most recent long-term relationship, to which the reality star revealed that the relationship had been 'a while ago' and lasted around five years. Mark-Francis explained that it ended because 'it was no longer right, for neither of us'.

He confirmed he had loved his ex-boyfriend, saying, 'I mean love is the most beautiful and important emotion that any of us can feel. You know that is surely what every human being strives for in some way, in some capacity.' But when the experts asked if they had lived together, he revealed he had 'never lived with anyone'. Dr Tara explained the idea of a LAT relationship, which stands for Living Apart Together and is when a couple has an intimate relationship but live at separate addresses.

Mark-Francis went on to explain that this 'makes perfect sense' as that's what his parents did for 40 years. Fun fact: Mark-Francis is heir to actual Russian royalty. His parents are Russian princess Diane Boulting-Casserley Vandelli, a millionaire socialite who was an Yves Saint-Laurent model in the ’70s and ’80s, and former Italian industrialist, Marzio Vandelli.

The reality star revealed that growing up his parents actually lived in entirely different countries. He explains, 'There are couples who believe in separate bathrooms, and there are couples who believe in separate countries.' Adding: 'From the age of two I lived with my mother during the week, and then on Saturday, I'd be with my father.' He concluded that his parents are still married but still reside in separate countries.

As the emotional scenes aired, viewers flocked to social media to praise him for opening up. One X user ( formerly Twitter) wrote, 'Omg I always thought he was so arrogant and I've never taken to him but I was welling up listening to his honesty.'

As he went on to talk about starring on the E4 show, Made In Chelsea, he spoke about how he ensured that his personal life remained private. Mark-Francis explained, 'The [Made In Chelsea] producers understood that I was not gong to film certain things. It was a formula that worked. It's actually the secret to my longevity - I don't open up every aspect of my life and allow a certain amount of mystique and intrigue. It's about preserving yourself.'

He continued, 'Made In Chelsea is a minute aspect of my life - it documents a very small aspect of who I am. I can be fun and light-hearted on it and it doesn't weigh on me. I don't like very awkward situations. I will keep that for off camera.'

Mark-Francis also insisted his friends, family and relationships will never feature on TV. He said, 'It would never happen. It would be selfish of me to bring people into the public eye who don't want that. Not everyone wants to be photographed tying their shoelaces.'

This moment of vulnerability revealed that behind Mark-Francis' mystique, there is a lot more to him than meets the eye.

Recently, Princess Eugenie and Love Island’s Dani Dyer have joined the ranks of famous celebrities who have given birth at the famous London Portland Maternity Hospital.

Princess Eugenie gave birth to her first child, a son, at the Portland Hospital. A statement said: 'Her Royal Highness Princess Eugenie was safely delivered of a son today, 9th February 2021, at 0855hrs at The Portland Hospital. Jack Brooksbank was present', said an official representative.

And Dani Dyer gave birth to her first child with fiancé Sammy Kimmer at The Portland Hospital, called Santiago.

After Dani Dyer gave birth and tagged the hospital ‘The Portland’ quickly began trending on Google searches. 'Is the Portland Hospital private?', 'Portland Hospital maternity prices' and 'Where is Portland Hospital' were all breakout questions over the weekend. It seems everyone is keen to know more about London’s infamous private maternity hospital on Great Portland Street. Why? Because Dani is only one of many famous faces to give birth there. She joins a long list including Meghan Markle, Victoria Beckham and Kate Winslet.

Portland Hospital maternity prices: Is the Portland Hospital private?

As you’d expect then, giving birth at The Portland doesn’t come cheap. The Portland is the UK’s leading private maternity hospital, with consultant-led care packages starting at £6,760 for ‘normal delivery’ and £7,950 for elective c-sections (emergency c-sections are charged slightly higher at £8,110) . They also offer midwife-led packages, which start at £9,950 depending on what week of your pregnancy you want to start the bespoke service. If you wanted to start it as early as possible, from the 10th week of pregnancy, costs begin at £11,450.

There are additional charges too, epidurals are £995 if required plus more for top ups and additional nights in your room start at £1,250 per night. Ultimately, the overall price of giving birth at The Portland depends on the package you agree based on your needs and risks (high-risk pregnancies may not be eligible for midwife packages, for example) plus what circumstances prevail the day of.

While prices at The Portland are high, it’s not just celebrities that give birth there. Anyone can book it at The Portland, and many women who can afford it choose to do purely for the luxurious reputation the maternity hospital has. Mothers are said to get 24-hour room service with champagne and lobster on the menu. But what is it really like to give birth at The Portland? We spoke to some mums who have given birth there to find out…

What’s it like to give birth at The Portland?

Jesi Rosati, a lifestyle blogger, gave birth to her first daughter, London, at The Portland in August last year.

‘My partner and I are American and The Portland is known for being very similar to what an American experience is like,’ she explains ‘We do use the NHS and I love it but I knew with this being our first child, in a pandemic and without family here I wanted to feel as at home as possible in private care.

‘The room was not as “So Cal-y” as I thought it would be, I think I envisioned Meghan Markle being there with a lounge sofa and a TV and it was really nice but at the end of the day we joked that it is still a hospital. I don’t what I was expecting that I thought it would be more like a hotel room, but it was very clean, large compared to what a lot of my friends gave birth in and it had a water bath for labour, a bed for my partner to sleep in.’

I got champagne and afternoon tea every day I was there.

But as almost everyone we spoke to who gave birth at The Portland said, the menu on offer was definitely the best part.

‘I got champagne and afternoon tea every day I was there,’ says Jesi. ‘They bought this huge tray of chocolates and cakes and tea, it was a nice little photo opportunity for me and the new baby. I was famished after I gave birth so the days afterwards we would order three or four entrées and just pick at them, the kids menu was even phenomenal we got the kids mac and cheese every day.

Rae Colosso, who had an elective c-section to deliver her son at The Portland in December, agrees.

‘I decided to give birth at the Portland because I wanted the best possible care, my private consultant Mr Joseph Iskaros was absolutely amazing,’ she says. ‘Our room was like a hotel room, private bathroom and also a bed for my partner. The menu included champagne and strawberries, afternoon tea, roast chicken and vegetables, steak plus lemon and strawberry tarts for dessert.

‘Honestly the food was incredible, that was definitely my favourite thing,’ Rae continued. ‘Everything was just exceptional, I loved every second of it. I’m definitely going to have all my babies delivered there!’

For Luisa Vautier Franco, giving birth at The Portland was about feeling as safe as possible more than the luxury of it all. She had a c-section to deliver her first baby, Richard, in December and says she looked into NHS care but was only able to get an in-person appointment two months before she was due to give birth (only virtual appointments were offered to her prior). It was that, the stress of being pregnant during a pandemic and her fertility history that she says made The Portland the best fit for her.

‘In 2019 I had a miscarriage and I went to the Portland where I met this incredible doctor, Dr Shazia Malik who made me feel very safe,’ she explains. ‘This was when I made the decision moving forward that when I gave birth, it would be at the Portland Hospital. Since this was my first baby, I don't know what the other maternity hospitals are like but I felt very looked after there.

I was able to have as many scans as I wanted, and ended up having around 20.

‘I was lucky to have an incredible team with me at the c-section theatre who made me feel super calm, and looked after my baby very well,’ Luisa continues. ‘I had everything in one place, scans, blood tests, doctors. The whole staff were very welcoming, It was almost as comfortable as being at home. I had my scans every time by the same professionals and it felt good to be working with people who know you and your baby's background. The team was all in sync, so they all knew about my baby's progress.’

It was the people then that Luisa says makes The Portland such an adored maternity hospital, describing them as ‘very hands on’ if you ever needed help. ‘I was able to have as many scans as I wanted, and ended up having around 20,’ she says. ‘If I worried that anything was wrong I felt super comfortable to tell Dr Malik as I had her direct mobile number.’

She enjoyed the food menu too, although Luisa says she was too in awe of her baby to make use of any of the luxuries in the room. ‘My suite was a single bed, with a little cot next to me and a bathroom with a few beauty products. There was a spare bed for my husband and a TV, but never used it, I was so in love with the baby, that the only thing I could watch was him. The food menu was also quite vast which was an added bonus. ‘

Of course, all of the extra scans did add up in the end.

‘Because I had a few miscarriages and it was my first baby, maybe I over-spent on the care to have re-assurance, including the scan appointments and consultations,’ Luisa admits. ‘It was not cheap, but if you consider the peace of mind you will feel and a safe space to deliver your first born, it is a great decision to give birth at Portland if you are able to do so. I would definitely have my baby number two there.’

The same goes for Jesi, who agrees she felt ‘very safe, secure and listened to’ with round-the-clock care, but since she had a natural birth that ended in complications, she required surgery and a 7-night stay overall.

‘I ended up staying longer because I haemorrhaged and it was literally like staying at The Ritz for a week,’ Jesi says. ‘It cost around £25,000 overall. But in the end it was amazing because by the time we went home the staff had taught us how to change and bathe her, they helped us swaddle her and I got to rest while they watched her. It was actually such a blessing because it was right in the middle of the pandemic and we obviously don’t have anyone here.’

Their experiences are certainly vastly different from many who gave birth during the pandemic, with Jesi pointing out the Covid restrictions were minor compared to what her friends have dealt with.

‘I talked to my friends who gave birth at the NHS around the same and their husbands weren’t allowed in until a certain point, they had to wear masks the whole time and had to leave at a certain point,’ she says. ‘That was not an issue for us, my partner was allowed in the entire time and we didn’t have to wear masks unless we left the room. We were allowed to go for a walk and then come back in, it was incredible to have that privilege.’

A privilege indeed, best start saving for our birthing suite now – or just pack our birthing bags with Prosecco, either works.

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ITV’s I’m A Celebrity… South Africa has returned, seeing some of our iconic campmates head back into the jungle for a second chance at being crowned King or Queen of the Jungle. However, there’s a few differences this time round.

For one, the show is taking place in the sweeping landscapes of South Africa, as opposed to the dedicated Aussie jungle camp we’re used to seeing every year. Secondly, while viewers are usually accustomed to playing a pretty big part when it comes to Bushtucker Trials and who leaves the jungle, there’s not quite the same chance for live participation this time round. The show isn’t taking place in real time, having been pre-recorded last year.

So, why is the show being filmed in South Africa? And why is it now filmed live? Here's what you need to know about I'm A Celebrity South Africa...

Why is I’m a Celebrity moving to South Africa?

One of the main differences between our usual I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here and our legends spin-off is where it’s filmed. While the original show that airs in winter sees contestants jet off to the Australian jungle, this season sees them stay in Kruger National Park, South Africa.

The world-renowned National Park was established in 1898 to protect South Africa’s wildlife and boasts ’336 tree species, 49 fish, 34 amphibians, 114 reptiles, 507 birds, and 147 mammals.’ It’s home to all of the Big Five - lions, leopards, elephants, buffalos, and rhinos - with safari favourites such as zebras, giraffes, hippos and crocodiles also calling the park their home!

As for why they chose South Africa, some sources have said producers decided to avoid the Australian camp in the hopes to push their IAC veterans further. The show has been described as being filmed in a 'harsher and more unforgiving' environment, with 'bigger and tougher' bushtucker trials. Given all of our contestants are well acquainted with the Australian jungle (bar the few who completed their season at a haunted castle in Wales), flying them to South Africa leaves them facing a brand new challenge.

Don't worry though: there's nothing to suggest that the regular series of I'm A Celeb will be in South Africa. Come the regular show in November, we're pretty sure we'll be heading back to Australia for some live action.

Why is I’m A Celebrity... South Africa not filmed live?

Unlike I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here!, the South African spin-off is almost completely pre-recorded. Filming for the show actually took place in September 2025, just a few months before the original show in Australia aired.

While we might not be watching the jungle antics unfold in real time, there is one element of the show that we can expect to watch live…

Will the final of I'm A Celebrity... South Africa be filmed live?

The I’m A Celebrity… South Africa final will be live - however, it won’t be taking place in South Africa.

Despite filming taking place over six months ago, the final (which is set to air on Friday April 24) will be live. Hosted by Ant and Dec on ITV1, STV and ITVX, the final will take place live from a London studio.

In fact, fans will even have the option to attend this one in person! Free tickets to the final have already been advertised on the free ticket website Applause Store, reading, ‘You are invited to join Ant and Dec as the celebrities gather for one last night to find out who will be crowned the I’m A Celebrity Legend 2026! All finalists will be in the studio, and the atmosphere promises to be truly electric as the result is revealed live on ITV1.’

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TV personality Jack Osbourne is one of the stars taking part in this year’s I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here, joining the likes of Aitch, Angry Ginge, and Ruby Wax in the Australian jungle campsite.

Touching down in the I'm A Celebrity camp, the star got straight into jungle life - getting the fire going, before putting his Cooking With The Stars expertise to the test to cook dinner.

He's already being tipped by bookies to be one of this year's contestants who may well make it to the final - and it seems the first episode alone has certainly won over viewers. Taking to X (formerly Twitter), one wrote, 'Jack seems like a really pleasant, humble person considering how crazy and spoiled he was as a teen.'

Another added, 'Anyone who watched The Osbournes and saw Jack Osbourne roaming around the family’s garden at night in army gear for some reason knows this man has been preparing for the jungle for years.’

With I'm A Celebrity back on our screens, here's everything you need to know about Jack Osbourne - from his famous family, his net worth, and his health battles.

Who is Jack Osbourne?

Jack Osbourne is a TV personality, best recognised for appearing on the hit MTV reality series The Osbournes alongside his parents, rock legend Ozzy Osbourne and music manager Sharon Osbourne, and his sister Kelly.

He's currently starring on I'm A Celebrity 2025, revealing that his family were all 'very, very supportive' of him heading to Australia. Speaking to The Sun, Jack revealed how he only found out on November 2nd that he would be one of this year’s campmates – giving him just 10 days to prepare before hopping on a flight to Australia. He explained, ‘I think I was a last-ditch effort. Clearly, someone backed out and they were like, f*ck, who do we call?’

Jack Osbourne’s Age, Birthday & Origins

Born 8 November, 1985, Jack Joseph Osbourne is currently 40 years old. For our star sign fans, this also makes him a passionate and determined Scorpio.

If you think you can hear both British and American in Jack's accent, you'd be correct! Born in London to Brits Sharon and Ozzy, Jack was raised in Buckinghamshire for the first six years of his life. The Osbourne family then relocated to Los Angeles, where he’s lived ever since. Having grown up in both the UK and America, Jack holds dual citizenship.

Jack Osbourne’s Family: Parents, Siblings & Children

The youngest of the Osbourne children, Jack has two older sisters - Kelly, 41, who appeared on the family reality series alongside him, and a sister named Aimee, 42, who chose not to appear.

Jack is currently married to interior designer Aree Gearhart, who he reportedly met on the exclusive dating app Raya. The pair tied the knot in 2023, having welcomed their daughter Maple Artemis, three, in 2022. Prior to this, Jack was previously married to actor Lisa Stelly. The pair share three daugters together – Pearl Clementine, 13, Andy Rose, 10, and Minnie Theodora, seven - and were married for seven years before splitting in 2019.

Jack’s stint on I'm A Celebrity comes just four months after the loss of his dad, musician Ozzy Osbourne. The singer died in July at the age of 76, after a lengthy battle with Parkinson’s disease.

During an interview, Jack opened up about the possibility of his father coming up in jungle chats. He explained, ‘I think things will naturally come up and I’m not necessarily going to stray away from too many things. But, you know, obviously there are certain things I probably won’t discuss on a nationally televised show that’s filmed 24/7.’

Saying he’ll be taking part in emotional fire pit conversations, he added, ‘I think this show probably would fall under the "trauma bonding" kind of category.’

Jack Osbourne’s TV Career and Achievements

As a teen, Jack was best known for appearing on The Osbournes. The 2002 show was an instant hit for MTV, becoming the platform’s most-viewed series at the time.

After the show came to an end in 2005, Jack continued with his TV career. He’s starred and presented a variety of shows covering fitness, travel, and the paranormal – including the likes of Jack Osbourne: Adrenaline junkie, Portals to Hell, and Ozzy & Jack’s World Detour. He’s also appeared on shows including Dancing With The Stars, Cooking With The Stars, and Special Forces: World's Toughest Test.

Alongside his TV work, Jack also hosts his podcast The Osbournes podcast with his family, and released his memoir 21 Years Gone in 2006.

Jack Osbourne’s Health: Multiple Sclerosis & Public Advocacy

In June 2012, at the age of 26, Jack revealed that he had been diagnosed with relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis, a chronic neurological condition which damages nerves and affects the transmission of messages to different parts of the body. The NHS describes relapsing-remitting MS as being the most common type, affecting around 85% of those who are diagnosed. Symptoms appear in what is known as a ‘relapse,' before either partially or completely fading away.

Jack first sought medical help after losing 60% vision in his right eye, which he later learned was due to optic neuritis. After being sent for an MRI, spinal tap and blood work, he was diagnosed with MS - which also explained previous numbness he had felt in his legs. The diagnosis came three weeks after the birth of his daughter Pearl, with Jack saying, ‘The timing was so bad. I’d just had a baby, work was doing great – I kept thinking, why now?’

Revealing he felt a ‘weird obligation’ to speak out about his diagnosis, Jack later added, 'The most common misconception is that people think you’re not so able-bodied when you have MS. Either that, or they’ll assume you’re fine because you’re not in a wheelchair.'

Opening up on an episode of The Osbournes podcast last year, Jack shared that he uses a lot of ‘alternative therapies’ to treat his MS. He said, ‘There are amazing results from pharmaceuticals. I just choose not to go down the route of pharmaceuticals for my MS right now. I’m absolutely open to it if needed.’

And while his MS doesn’t hold him back – with Jack even getting to the final of Dancing With The Stars just one year after his diagnosis – there are some instances where he’s had to take it slow. In 2023, the star was forced to withdraw from the US version of SAS: Who Dares Wins on medical grounds, after his elevated heart rate concerned the show’s doctors.

Bushtucker trials are of course an essential part of the I’m A Celebrity experience – but some campmates have been forced to sit them out in the past due to health issues. According to The Sun, ITV bosses will be keeping a close eye on Jack while in the camp. It’s been reported that humidity levels in the jungle have soared to 20% higher than normal at this time of year, with humid and uncomfortable positions often exacerbating symptoms of MS.

What has Jack said about addiction?

The jungle almost always brings forth some honest conversations - and this year, Jack's already opened up to his campmates on several occasions. After an emotional chat with Lisa Riley about the loss of his dad, Jack later spoke to his campmates about overcoming addiction as a teenager.

When asked about growing up on The Osbournes, Jack explained, 'It was not a lot of structure and too much abundance and freedom. When you give a kid, a 16 year old, a sh*t ton of money and not a lot of rules in LA, you're just kind of like, let's go play. I got sober when I was 17.'

Explaining that he was taking 'a lot of pills, a lot of alcohol, a lot of weed,' Jack shared how he went to an adolescent treatment centre in California to get clean.

Now, he's been sober for over 20 years.

Jack Osbourne’s Net Worth

Having grown up in the spotlight, it’s no surprise that Jack has a net worth to match his impressive family name. It’s thought his net worth sits at around £12 million, largely thanks to his TV and presenting work. According to online reports, he’s one of the highest paid members of the I’m a Celeb cast for this year – allegedly said to be earning £200,000 for appearing on the show.’

Where to Follow Jack Osbourne on Social Media

For now, he’s busy in the jungle – but when he gets out, you can follow him on Instagram @jackosbourne for plenty of family content.

 I’m A Celebrity…Get Me Out of Here! airs every night at 9pm on ITV1, STV, ITVX, and STV Player.

Charlotte Roberts is a writer at Grazia UK, specialising in SEO. She spends her days covering everything celebrity, culture, and entertainment - from film review roundups to cast explainers.

Over the years Made In Chelsea have filmed in a number of chic London locations. From private members clubs to rooftop bars - the cast know all the hotspots. So, if you want to visit all the Made In Chelsea locations or just want to be nosey - we have created a comprehensive guide so you can do just that.

Raffles Nightclub, Chelsea

Made In Chelsea's relationship with Raffles Nightclub goes all the way back to 2011. In the first episode the Kings Roaders all gathered there for an event - Caggie Dunloprocked up in a Rolls Royce whilst Ollie Lockewas stuck taking names on the door. Whilst there are a number of Raffles nightclubs dotted around London, the Chelsea location seems to be where all the drama truly goes down.

Raffles is one of the oldest nightclubs in London, squeezed inside a three-story Chelsea townhouse. The members’ club has been attracting celebrities ever since it first opened in 1967 and currently membership fees sit at £500 per year with a £250 one off joining fee or lifetime membership for £2500. This location has single handedly been the downfall of many Made In Chelsea relationships; remember when James Taylorsnogged a girl behind Maeva D'Ascanio's back here? Or when Yasmine Zweegers and Miles Nazaire played an 'ice game' which led to an almighty Baliargument? Lily Ludovici Gray even claimed on a recent episode that 'everyone sees everything in there.'

Raffles has always been filled with the South West London elite, even royalty has walked through the door; from Princess Margaret, Princess Anne to Kate Middleton, Prince William and Prince Harry. In the last few years, though, actual royalty has been somewhat swapped for reality TV royalty or famous families as celebs who’ve been spotted at Raffle’s now include: Gary Lineker’s son George, Kate Moss’ sister Lottie, TikTok’s Olivia Neill and Megan Barton Hanson from Love Island.

If you're not a member, or you don't have a friend who's a member (and don't fancy the hefty fee,) the only way to get in is through contacting a promoter...

The Phene, Chelsea

The Made in Chelsea cast frequent this fashionable pub located in SW3 which features outdoor fireplaces and stunning gardens. If you want to spot the cast members of series gone by, this might be your best bet as former iconic cast members Lucy and Tiffany Watson'sdad owns the restaurant.

It is also perfect place to host an event (as Lucy Watson did many a time on the show,) and for those planning a wedding, it's just a few minutes' walk from Chelsea Town Hall. Sophie Habbooeven recently celebrated her London Hen Party there with Made In Chelsea cast members Verity Bowditch, Olivia Bentley, Ruby Adler and Melissa Tattum.

WYLD

WYLD club is designed for London's elite party-goers. Last series a night out there created a whole heap of tension between couple Maeva and James. During this wild night out Sam Prince tried everything to stop James from getting engaged (much to Maeva's dismay.) In the end this didn't quite work out as they are due tomarried this autumn!

Emma and Ollie Locke Locke also reunited here in an awkward scene last series ( viewers will remember the pair dated YEARS ago in 2015.) Emma went on kiss Spencer Matthews - which caused utter chaos.

Wyld Club is located near Green Park and next to a Hilton hotel, this famous hotspot was previously known as Drama Park Lane before being rebranded as Wyld Club. So, famous faces and royalty alike have visited this club. They also advertise themselves as a club with sustainability at it's core.

Beaufort House, King’s Road

This luxurious private members club is no stranger to famous faces and MIC cast members. The likes of James Taylorand former cast member Eliza Batten are often spotted hanging out here. It has three floors to encapsulate an all-day restaurant, two bars, and a nightclub. As this is another private members club, a hefty fee is involved. For example, a membership which allows guests access to Albert’s on Thursday, Friday and Saturday costs £250 per annum plus joining fee. So, partying and dining with the Chelsea gang could come at a price...

Bluebird Café, Chelsea

The Bluebird Café is a Chelsea landmark on the Kings Road and an all year round oasis. The venue has featured on the show more times than we can count - from the first series until the present day. You might remember Sam Prince andJamie Laingmade this place a permanent meet-up spot during their time on the show. Also, Hugo, Natalie, Rosie, Spencer and Jamie had a heated argument there during series 3. During Summer, the space is transformed into a garden in bloom & in the colder months, a cosy Winter terrace.

Boys 'n' Berry, Fulhum

Last series Maeva and Sam had an almighty argument in this bar. Maeva chucked a glass of red wine in his face and called him a ‘little rat.’ This encounter could not be more Maeva. If you want to visit the famous scene of the altercation visit Boys'n' Berry. By day grab a hearty breakfast and by night head downstairs for a glass of wine ( that hopefully stays in your glass.)

The Goat, Chelsea

This stylish gastropub in the heart of Chelsea is another favourite with cast members thanks to its Italian cuisine (with gluten-free, vegan & vegetarian options). They have thrown many party's and dinner parties here over the years. It even has a champagne terrace, private dining and an electric bar hosting live music with DJ's every weekend It's such a staple location for the cast members - Lily even features on the main page of their website.

The Botanist, Chelsea

The Botanist is an elegant restaurant and bar on Sloane Square. It's best known for its beautiful decor, amazing cocktails , weekend brunches and delicious afternoon teas. It’s a favourite spot for the Made in Chelsea cast for a sophisticated meet-up.

Kate Middleton’s hair is unique in its headline-making abilities. As one of the most photographed women in the world, it’s not an exaggeration to claim that a new fringe, a slight wave, or even – gasp! – a shoulder-skimming chop can put the Duchess of Cambridge on the front page. So, when Kate’s ends need a slight trim, or when she wants to debut an entirely new look, who does she turn to? The answer is her trusted hairdresser Amanda Cook Tucker.

While the Duchess still frequents Richard Ward's Chelsea salon for colour, she entrusts her lengths to Cook Tucker who, along with stylist Natasha Archer and personal assistant Sophie Agnew, forms part of Kate’s ‘A’ team for royal engagements and overseas tours.

Amanda has been working alongside the Duchess since 2012, when she joined the Cambridges for their Diamond Jubilee tour of South East Asia. Since then, she’s styled Kate’s hair for her appearances on the steps of the Lindo Wing following the births of Prince George and Princess Charlotte, and travelled to India. Bhutan and Canada as part of the royal entourage.

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Princess Margaret had a rough time of it in The Crown’s first season: her beloved father dies, her sister becomes the head of the family, country and Commonwealth – then the same sister prevents her from marrying the man she loves (doing so in the interest of said family, country and Commonwealth, supposedly). While writer Peter Morgan may have taken some liberties with historical fact in the interest of good television, the fact that (most of) this actually happened behind palace doors in real life made Vanessa Kirby’s portrayal of Elizabeth’s younger, wilder sister even more heart-breaking.

As the show’s action movies into the more liberated 1960s for a second season, Margaret’s doomed love affair with Captain Peter Townsend is well and truly shelved: in its place is a far more exciting – but equally complicated – romance with society photographer Antony ‘Tony’ Armstrong-Jones, as played by Downton Abbey’s Matthew Goode.

Often over-looked by the show in favour of the ‘A’ plotlines provided by Claire Foy’s Elizabeth and Matt Smith’s Prince Philip – just as she must so often have been side-lined in real life – it’s only after three episodes of well-elocuted marital strife that Margaret is allowed to take centre stage for season two’s fourth hour-long instalment. After a failed engagement to a truly awful old Etonian named Billy Wallace, she asks her lady-in-waiting Elizabeth Cavendish to introduce her to a new crowd, with a few caveats: she wants nothing to do with any man that ‘breeds horses, owns land, or knows my mother.’ Quite radical for a royal, really. Her path then crosses with Anthony Armstrong-Jones, a photographer who balances conventional gigs at society weddings with more experimental (read: slightly risqué) portraiture.

Soon, she’s visiting Tony’s studio for a portrait sitting. The resulting black-and-white image is immediately arresting – not just because her lowered neckline gives (as brother-in-law Philip puts it with characteristic tact) the appearance of her being ‘naked,’ but because it shows a more authentic Margaret, freed from the trappings of royalty. It couldn’t be further from the romantic but staid and oddly chaste Cecil Beaton shoot shown earlier in the episode.

The portrait we see on screen is more fact than fiction, taking inspiration from not one but two original images taken by Armstrong-Jones during his relationship with the Princess. Tony did shoot Margaret’s 1959 birthday portrait, and though his picture is perhaps a little more traditional in style than The Crown’s, she is shown – the horror! – with bare shoulders, lending that appearance of nakedness. By this point, too, he was hardly an unknown quantity in royal circles, either: in 1957, he’d been hired to shoot the Queen, Philip and their two young children (plus the ubiquitous corgis) in the grounds of Buckingham Palace. Even after his divorce from Margaret in 1978, Armstrong-Jones continued in his privileged position as royal photographer of choice, going on to create memorable images for multiple generations of the family he’d married into.

The Crown’s on-screen version does in fact bear a more striking resemblance to another iconic image of the Princess. Shot in 1967 (seven years after the couple were married), it again shows her staring over a bare shoulder, yet the exposure is such that her face is framed in darkness. Given that the pair had, at this point, already tied the knot, the capacity for scandal was lessened somewhat – though it was (and perhaps still is) hardly a conventional portrait for such a prominent royal. We’d expect nothing less from Margaret...

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Blonde is a nuanced hair colour. There's ash blonde, dirty blonde, dark blonde and so on, and that's all before you even get into bronde territory. In short, blonde hair keeps salon chairs busy, proving its ever-enduring popularity, which is only propelled by the roster of A-listers who are switching their signature dark lengths for something brighter (CC: Rihanna and Beyoncé's current platinum blonde and Zendaya's honeyed iteration which has quite literally floored us all). Another hue in the blonde family currently making waves? Strawberry blonde. Once considered the mousey brown of blonde (so much so, natural strawberry blondes would traditionally dye their hair lighter or darker), the hair colour has shaken off its bland reputation and is finally in the spotlight for being a hot hair hue in its own right.

Searches for the shade have skyrocketed on Google by an impressive 201%. Likewise, the hashtag #strawberryblonde has racked up a cool 533.8 million views on TikTok and if that's not enough Pinterest users have been busy searching for ‘dark strawberry blonde hair’ and ‘light strawberry blonde hair’, each of which has seen a 525% and 163% rise in search worldwide in the last year, respectively. The figures are impressive enough, but there's also the fact that one of Hollywood's most iconic blondes, Margot Robbie, just swapped her golden Barbie strands for the warmer tone.

On set of her new film A Big Bold Beautiful Journey in Los Angeles, which is set to hit the big screen in 2025, Robbie was caught with both a new hair hue and style. Featuring a half-up half-down bun and wispy face framing bangs, she successfully shedded the Barbiecore aesthetic she has become synonymous with. A seasoned method dresser, the actress' new look is of course in line with her new role – only a few short days after Robbie was caught on set, she was seen on the Breakthrough Prize Awards Ceremony red carpet with a new dark blonde lob (long bob) and this 'do looks like it's here to stay.

Of course, strawberry blonde already holds weight in the celebrity circuit. The likes of Nicole Kidman, Tyra Banks and Amy Adams have long been putting it on the map. That said, Robbie's new look, increased online searches around the colour and expert opinion all lead to one consensus: strawberry blonde is about to blow. But what is it exactly?

What is strawberry blonde hair?

Moe Harb, hair colour expert at Beauty Club London, explains, 'Strawberry blonde is the lightest shade of red hair. It is typically characterised by light blonde hair with slight pink or red tones blended perfectly to create a gorgeous golden-pink tone. Strawberry blonde can vary in shades, ranging from a very pale pink tone to a darker, more coppery glow.'

Why is strawberry blonde hair popular right now?

There are many reasons for the rise of the shade, but senior colourist at Larry King South Kensington, Harriet Muldon, says, 'As we’re coming into summer we’re after a lift and glow up. Seeing Margot rocking this look has got us all wanting to jump on the trend.'  Another big pull? Its universally flattering quality. 'This warm, golden hair colour suits a wide range of skin tones and eye colours, and it is the perfect shade for spring and early summer,' adds Harb.

How is strawberry blonde hair achieved?

It may look soft and whimsical, but this hair colour is anything but simple. It's multidimensional and requires natural-looking results, so consulting a professional colourist is paramount to achieving its covetable warmth.

'Strawberry blonde leans more toward natural tones, so emphasise to your stylist that you’re looking for a natural-looking base that compliments your skin tone, rather than a bolder red tone. Balayage is the ideal choice for a natural-looking result. Ask your stylist for a golden blonde base that is given dimension with pale buttery blonde tones and punchier pink tones.'

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Aubrey Plaza is expecting her first child with fellow actor Christopher Abbott (aka Charlie from Girls). 'It was a beautiful surprise after an emotional year,' a source close to the couple told People, adding that 'they feel very blessed'. Their baby is due in the autumn.

The news comes a year after Plaza's ex-husband Jeff Baena died by suicide. Although they were separated at the time, Plaza described Baena's death as an 'unimaginable tragedy'.

Plaza and Abbott have previously worked together on the Off-Broadway revival of Danny and the Deep Blue Sea and the 2020 film Black Bear. However, Plaza is best known for her work in Parks and Recreation and The White Lotus, while Abbott is best known for playing Marnie's on-off boyfriend Charlie in Lena Dunham's seminal HBO show Girls.

Who is Aubrey Plaza's partner, Christopher Abbott?

Aubrey Plaza's boyfriend Chris Abbott is an American actor best known for his role in Girls. However, he has also starred in several independent films such as First Man, A Most Violent Year, It Comes at Night, Possessor, Black Bear and Poor Things. Abbott has also starred in The House of Blue Leaves and A Death of a Salesman on Broadway.

How old is Christopher Abbott?

Chris Abbott is 40 years old. Aubrey Plaza is 41 years old.

How did Christopher Abbott and Aubrey Plaza meet?

It is thought that Abbott and Plaza met on the set of the 2020 film Black Bear. Then in 2023 they starred opposite each other again in an Off-Broadway show, Danny and the Deep Blue Sea.

How long have Chris Abbott and Aubrey Plaza been dating?

It is unclear when Plaza and Abbott began dating, however they are soon to become parents.

Who else has Chris Abbott dated?

Prior to dating Plaza, Abbott dated The Girlfriend star Olivia Cooke. The pair broke up just before the pandemic.

Meanwhile, Plaza's husband Jeff Baena died in January last year. The couple began dating in 2011 and were married 10 years later. However, at the time of Baena's death they were separated.

Does Chris Abbott have social media?

Yes, you can keep up with Abbott on Instagram at @christopherjabbott where he shares promotional material about his latest acting projects (aka he's not much of a poster).

Nikki Peach is a senior writer at Grazia, working across news, entertainment, features. She has also written for the i, i-D and the New Statesman Media Group and covers all things pop culture for Grazia (treating high and lowbrow with equal respect).

I didn’t really think dating a short guy was a thing, I just knew that I wasn’t going to do it. ‘That’s my dealbreaker,’ I would drunkenly say to people while at uni, when I was really wise in the ways of the heart. ‘It’s just weird.’ Of course, that meant within a couple of years I was going out with a guy who was significantly shorter than me (six inches when I’m in heels, to be exact). And still am, three years later. Dealbreakers are bullshit.

Recently, there have been studies claiming that short men divorce less, do more around the house and make better husbands. While surveys like this are as bullshit as relationship dealbreakers – my boyfriend is crap at most domestic activities, and who knows if he’ll divorce loads or not – I’m glad that science has stopped crapping on short dudes. Even if it is sort of patronising. What do you mean, short guys can actually make good boyfriends? Are you joking? Is this a joke? Wow, my mind has been blown, etc.

Still, there are a few things you’ll only know if you’ve been in the unique position of dating someone shorter than you. Such as…

1. People will always make comments

It took exactly two weeks from the point we started going out for me to forget about the fact that my boyfriend is significantly shorter than me. I remember the time frame, because he was doing a gig (he’s a comedian) and me and my best mate went to watch. Afterwards, when he came off stage and nipped outside for a cigarette, my mate said, ‘Awww, he’s so small!’ and I re-remembered that yes, he’s quite small. I’d forgotten up until then, because, as you’d expect, the height difference doesn’t really make any real difference at all. Three years on and people still comment.

The questions are usually along the lines of, ‘What does it feel like?’ (The same as if he were taller.) ‘Do you wear heels?’ (Yes.) ‘Does he mind you wearing heels?’ (No.) ‘God, I couldn’t do that.’ (Is that a question? I don’t know how to respond to that.) Now, I don’t usually mind, but occasionally I get quite pissed off and snappy. His mate, for instance, once came onto me by highlighting my boyfriend’s height and talking about how he himself would go to the gym all the time and happened to be 6ft. I think the phrase ‘real man’ was used. I think the phrase, ‘You’re a c**t’ was also used, by me.

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2. The short man thing is pretty sexist, when you think about it

Perhaps the questions and comments are a patriarchal hangover from a time when men were expected to lift girls onto horses and joust for their honour. Well, my boyfriend can lift me every which way, although I’ve never seen him joust (and surely it’s all dependant on the height of the horse?), but back to the point: this warped attitude that tall guys = protective is a bizarre one. Firstly, what are you, an Edwardian? And secondly, my 5ft 7in (ish) boyfriend is way better at batting off creepy guys in clubs than my 6ft something ex was (despite the fact that I’m perfectly capable of sticking up for myself, obvs). When we went out last time, guys who tried to dance with me were met with my boyfriend trying to kiss them on the mouth. He also once forcibly pushed a dude out of a bar for feeling my arse.

3. You’ll have to prop him up on nights out

Ah, yeah. When you’re both drunk and he’s at boob height, a short man will keep falling in between your boobs when he’s too drunk to stand up. Partly because you’re tall enough to support him, and partly because it’s an excuse to put his face in your tits. People tend to find this endearing, especially those with tall boyfriends, because it looks like you’re really caring and maternal. Signs you should push him off include: sudden motorboating while giggling, giggling, and saying ‘boobies’ while giggling.

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4. He can also prop you up on nights out

Interestingly, height has literally nothing to do with strength. I’m slightly beanpole-esque and my boyfriend is built like a tank (a nice tank. One that looks good in boxers and gives good hugs), which means that when I can’t stand up, he can bulldoze through crowds while supporting my weight. Also, don’t challenge a short man to a wrestling match because all their strength is quite compact and you’ll get winded.

5. Short man syndrome is a thing

But it’s no more of a syndrome than I have for being tall. People always say they’re intimidated by me, and that I come across really icy cold like a stalagmite, and when I ask why, they talk about my height. Also, when I go to parties and spend ages on my hair, nobody effing notices because they’re too busy referring to the fact that I’m sooooo tall – which is why I sometimes tend to slouch, or loom silently over people in the shadows. Like Slenderman. At least the so-called short man syndrome is entertaining; my boyf is essentially a duracel bunny in human form and doesn’t really give a shit about his height. When I went to take my shoes off to kiss him on his birthday last year, he said, 'No! I like you in heels. I feel like Tom Cruise in the late ’90s.’ What’s syndrome-y about that?

6. You won’t actually give a shit

It doesn’t even enter my conscious mind anymore – apart from when my editor says, ‘Let’s find someone who has a shorter boyfriend than them to extol their virtues,’ of course.

When I wear heels, I can put my arm around his shoulders and walk with a sort of moving human beanbag. When he picks me up while we’re crazydancing in clubs, he usually drops me on my head, but it’s always highly amusing. When he is sad, he curls up next to me in a ball with his head on my chest and it’s the cutest thing ever. He’s never asked me to get things from the top shelf because he can’t reach, nor do I need to take off my shoes to give him a snog. He is a bit short, yes. Just like he is a public schoolboy posho and a film addict and can make a nigh-on arousing homemade guacamole. It’s just one of the many things that make up who he is, and why I’m going out with him.

When people say, ‘Oh God, I could never do that,’ I want to tell them that there are so many worse things a boyfriend could be. Violent, for example. A prick. A woman-hater. A racist. A mummy’s boy. An advocate of flip-flops worn with socks. If you genuinely think that a man being shorter than you is a total dealbreaker, then you need to take a good hard look at yourself and stop being so goddamn immature. Look, I did warn you that I can get a bit snappy and defensive sometimes.

7. He’ll kill you if you write an article about the fact he’s short and publish it on the internet

Oops.

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Jay-Z has hit back at a lawsuit which alleges that he, along with Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs, drugged and raped a 13-year-old girl at a party in 2000.

The anonymous accuser alleges she was assaulted at a house party after the VMAs in New York and that an unnamed female celebrity was in the room at the time. In a statement, Jay-Z dismissed the legal action as a ‘blackmail attempt.’ Combs has also denied the latest accusation.

But people online are claiming that Jay-Z’s downfall was predicted earlier this year by a celebrity astrologer – Sloan Bella. Right now, ‘Diddy’ and ‘Jay-Z’ are breakout terms under ‘Sloan Bella’ on Google.

In the video, reshared by the user @kadishalynnn, Bella says ‘there are legal troubles for Jay Z that come up in November, and they come attached to another person – but not a person that you’d actually think.’ In the video, she says this person will is ‘not P Diddy’, continuing that she’s ‘torn between Chris Brown and Justin Bieber.’

The video has amassed 111k likes and over four thousand comments. One user wrote ‘Sloan is the real deal. Her Kim Porter prediction is one of the many times she’s nailed it!’ Another said ‘how did she know this is gonna happen’ while a third wrote ‘shit getting spooky out here.’

But who is Sloan Bella and what has she predicted before? Here’s everything we know.

Who is Sloan Bella?

Sloan Bella is a psychic and celebrity astrologer. Her Facebook page states ‘Sloan, was born with Psychic-Mediumship abilities, as well as being a technically trained Astrologer, a modern day 'Metaphysician.’ She lives in Los Angeles and is the mother of two sons.

Bella's career started in Canada, where, by the age of seventeen, she was established as a professional Psychic-Medium. She built up a large clientele, ranging from Gregory Hines to Don Adams along with everyone from runaway teenagers to teachers and actors. According to IMB, one of the most unusual connections was her mediumship communication with the late Jimi Hendrix, 'who guided her work on the streets of Toronto and Hollywood, as a ‘street psychic’ with intuitive guidance to runaway and sexually-exploited children.'

She shares psychic predictions on her YouTube channel.

What has Sloan Bella predicted before?

In 2023, Sloan Bella predicted that Combs would experience a ‘complete takedown’ in March of 2024 for his alleged crimes. ‘Theres a complete and utter takedown of PDiddy and his three right hand men,’ she says. ‘He’s going to try to step away, they’re not done. If something comes up around Easter time, in reference to him and other people accusing him, I feel it’s going to be a continuation of dominos until he can’t take it anymore.’ She predicted that Combs' home would be raided.

In another clip shared online, Bella said Diddy is being sacrificed by other people in the music industry. ‘They're going to stitch [Combs'] mouth shut…when I ask…why his mouth is being sewn up it's because of his mentors and they don't want it coming out over here even though some of these guys are outing themselves,’ she claimed.

On her YouTube channel, Bella predicted that Donald Trumpwould win the election. In a video, she says ‘orange man bad is going to win the election – that’s what I heard.’

What has Jay-Z said about the accusations?

In one part of a denial statement on X, Jay-Z said the ‘heinous’ claims will affect his family, including 12-year-old daughter Blue Ivy and twins Rumi and Sir, 7.

‘My only heartbreak is for my family,’ he said. ‘My wife and I will have to sit our children down, one of whom is at the age where her friends will surely see the press and ask questions about the nature of these claims, and explain the cruelty and greed of people.’

Claudia Winkleman has come under fire after revealing that she regularly walks around naked in front of her three children. 'Under fire from who?!', I hear you scream, well, from the abundance of Twitter trolls that see nudity as inherently sexual.

The backlash began yesterday evening, when in a podcast for Sali Hughes Beauty, Claudia said 'I’m not inhibited...My parents were always naked. I’m married to a Danish man, he’s never put his clothes on.'

'Everyone is naked,' she continued, 'Let's all have lunch. Let’s take our clothes off first. I've made a fish pie. The 15-year-old is appalled but the whole point about mums is that they are meant to be embarrassing.'

Almost instantly, comments surfaced online calling her 'weird' and 'inappropriate'...

At a time when we're trying to teach young people to embrace their bodies, that nudity does not automatically indicate sexual desires and that your self-respect is not tied to how much clothing you wear, it is completely irresponsible to insinuate Claudia's choice is anything but normal.

And for model Charli Howard, 25, who believes body confidence starts with embracing nudity, it's integral to tackle the eating disorder epidemic we're currently facing as admissions have doubled in six years. Here, she explains how the nudephobic culture in the UK is damaging our children...

I grew up in Germany, where I saw more naked bodies than I’ve had hot dinners. Topless women sunbathing in the park, naked women on billboards, breastfeeding mothers in cafes. One of my German friends even had a painting in her parents’ living room of them having sex. At seven,

I was quite aware of the difference between a sexual nude image and a non-sexual one, but I didn’t cover my eyes or feel ashamed for having seen nudity. It was normal. More than that, it was glorious – women of all shapes and sizes appeared in the media, their beautiful and diverse body shapes celebrated. I didn’t realise how much I needed to see these images in my developing years.

Because when we came back to the UK for holidays (my parents are English), nudity became a problem again. It went from being everywhere in my life to nowhere; from normal to inappropriate. Adverts like Dove’s Real Women – which launched in 2004 when I was 12 – were hailed as ‘revolutionary’ for showing unretouched women of varying sizes, yet Sophie Dahl’s infamous YSL Opium advert had been banned just a few years before. Even as a child, I couldn’t help thinking: what was the fuss about?

I believe that our fear of skin is getting in the way of children developing a positive body image. There is a prudishness within British society that goes beyond our clichéd ‘no sex please’ attitude. Without more nudity in our everyday lives, it will continue to damage our children’s feelings about their bodies. Children should be exposed to nude bodies of all shapes and sizes, without the feeling of shame, confusion or instant association with sex. It’s time as a society we shed our clothes and our inhibitions to embrace bodies in all their beauty and glory –flaws and all.

I am aware that, in this climate – with high-profile fashion photographers and Hollywood producers and directors being accused of sexual assault – this statement is provocative. So why, right now, am I arguing for nudity? We all know that pressure on girls and boys starts well before teenage years. And with a teenage anxiety crisis on our hands (the UK buys 22% of the world’s Xanax online, with much of it ending up in the hands of school kids), I feel that one way to handle this is to build body confidence early. So, before their bodies develop, kids should be regularly exposed to nakedness.

I’m not talking about pornographic images or even glamour shots – just parents walking around naked at home, or advertising authorities allowing more breasts and bare skin in commercial campaigns. I don’t make this argument lightly. As a model who has battled with eating disorders and was told to lose weight as a size six, I’m aware of the need to showcase responsible body sizes. I run a campaign with my charity, the All Woman Project, to collaborate with fashion brands and produce unretouched images of women – because I believe we should be teaching young girls that real skin and real bodies are beautiful. I know that we can’t stop our children seeing pictures that are airbrushed but, following my own battle with body issues, I now stay clear of FaceTune and body-editing apps when posting on Instagram. Because real skin is inspiring.

Despite all the body positive movements celebrating ‘real beauty’, we are still scared of showing more of it. Sometimes all it takes is one negative comment from a mother, hiding her thighs on a summer holiday, to destroy a girl’s relationship with her body forever. If their mums are too scared to show their bodies because of a ‘flaw’, what kind of message does that send?

That’s not to mention the boys. They too feel body pressure, but worryingly, they’re watching porn younger and younger, growing up viewing female bodies as: big boobed, totally hairless, contoured-to- perfection – and often degraded. Are these women the only types of female bodies we want boys to see? Or should we impress on them that body hair, cellulite and stretch marks are beautiful, too?

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I gained this opinion the hard way. It started with a Page 3 model – Caprice, to be precise. A visiting house guest had left a copy of the Daily Star on the kitchen table, and I became awe-struck by this beautiful, booby, smiley blonde lying in front of me. I cut this beautiful princess out, dreaming that one day, I might have boobs as great as that. I didn’t view the picture sexually, but with curiosity, like most kids do. That was until my dad found it.

According to him, it wasn’t appropriate to look at such pictures. He let me keep the photo of her face, as long as I cut her body off from the neck down. Breasts were suddenly very private things and I shouldn’t be looking at them. These British attitudes made me feel strange about my developing body, leading to anxieties towards sex. It wasn’t naked images I’d seen in Germany that made me ashamed and anxious. It was the response I had from adult Brits that left me confused – eyes being covered by adults when I saw a nude image. Why were my German friends comfortable with their bodies, but now I felt shame? It took me a long time to feel comfortable seeing my body naked – had I seen more nude, diverse bodies in the UK, I would’ve viewed my body more positively.

Seeing naked bodies is a good thing. It teaches children that bodies are beautiful, flaws and all; that women aren’t freaks because they don’t look like models. It also teaches children about boundaries, that they should respect their bodies and other people’s. I’m not saying you have to walk out of the house with your bits flapping about, or flashing your genitalia. But even outside our homes, you don’t have to hide your ‘bumpy upper arms’ underneath cardigans. Crop tops don’t need to be limited to people under 20 with flat tummies. You don’t need to wear trousers on a summer’s day because you happen to have a bit of cellulite. Showcase your body with pride – because, after all, how can you expect younger generations to love their bodies if you can’t bear to flaunt yours?

If, like us, you're constantly curating a Pinterest board filled with hair inspiration (just in case, you know?), then you'll likely have been won over by the balayage bob. Whether poker straight or teased into artfully undone waves, brunette or blonde, the ombré colour fade of a balayage bob seems to lend itself irresistibly well to a shorter, shoulder-grazing hair 'do - and plenty of A-list stars would agree. Perennially cool, the likes of Pretty Little Liars' Trioan Bellisario, Lily James, Anne Hathaway and Alexa Chung (to name just a few) have all opted to add interest and definition to their long bob hairstyles with the placement of subtle balayage highlights and the end results of a beautiful balayage bob, painted freehand towards the ends of the hair.

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Ready to book a balayage bob appointment? We consulted colour expert Christel Lundqvist, director of STIL Salon, to find out everything you should know before embracing the hair trend...

What should people with short hair bear in mind before opting for balayage bob?

'A balayage bob looks great on hair that has a little length and natural hair texture, so if the hair is really short, there are other freehand techniques that can be used to better effect. If the hair is cropped, an all-over colour technique is often the best option to work with the hair’s length, shape and texture. However, it can look amazing on mid to long bob styles, as seen on the likes of Anne Hathaway, Lily James and Kate Mara.'

Can you use colour to flatter your face shape when you have shorter hair?

'As a general guideline for face framing when it comes to a balayage bob, darker shades create strength and thickness, whilst lighter shades promote texture and lightness so you can definitely place certain shades around the face perimeter to either strengthen or soften someone’s complexion and features.'

How much upkeep does a balayage bob and balayage colour require?

'There are many different colouring techniques and some of them require less up keep than others. Generally a colour needs refreshing between 6-8 weeks, especially highlighting techniques or all-over blonde looks. However, other colour looks rely on natural looking highlights so that you can go longer in between visits. A balayage bob is a great low maintenance option for someone.'

Which products would you recommend for a balayage bob and balayage dyed hair in between salon visits?

'If you have blonde hair and a balayage bob and want to maintain its intended base colour between visits, invest in a cool or warm blonde shampoo depending on your tone as that will cleanse and nourish, as well as adding tone to the overall colour while shampooing the hair. My favourite for cool blondes is TIGI’s Fashionista Violet Shampoo and Conditioner.'

Can the ombré effect of a balayage bob work on blonde hair as well as darker shades?

'Yes absolutely, the principle idea of ombré and a balayage bob is that you keep the root area darker than the ends, so this technique can work equally as well with blonde balayage as with darker brown hair.'

What should I ask my hairdresser for to ensure I walk out with a balayage bob?

'If you are going for a balayage bob, the thing to bear in mind is that this trend has softened over the years and there is a more seamless blend between the root area and length, so ask your hair colourist for a subtle fusion between the shades you are opting for. Also, tell your hairdresser the natural fall of your hair as the technique applied can be altered to suit this.'

What's the best way to style a balayage bob?

'Colour should always complement the hair cut so decide on this first and then the hairdresser can place the colour accordingly. With any colour you should be able to style it straight or with movement for it to look great.'

Inspired to try balayage? Take a look at the gallery below for some short hair inspiration, courtesy of our favourite A-listers...

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By now, Pete Davidson and his Big Dick Energy are household names. Why? Well, if not for his comedy career, the 29-year-old star has dated a string of high profile celebrities including Ariana Grande, Kate Beckinsale and Emily Ratajkowski. Most famously, Pete dated Kim Kardashian for nine months after her divorce from Kanye West, and their relationship received a lot of attention.

When people started googling Pete Davidson to find out exactly who he was, there was one breakout search term attached to his name: 'Big Dick Energy'. We've known about Pete Davidson's big dick energy for years - hell, he was the man that inspired the term to begin with.

So what is 'Big Dick Energy'? There's only one conclusion: people are once again debating the attractiveness of Pete Davidson, particularly his attraction to incredibly good-looking and successful women, and concluding that his big dick energy is the best explanation.

Me, personally? I'd say it's the fact that he's 6'2, hilarious and easy on the eyes - but of course his big dick energy plays a part - even if you disagree with that last part, there's no denying that confidence is attractive.

So, since everyone wants to know what 'big dick energy' really means, allow us to give you a thorough history. Because if you didn't learn it in school, at least you've got us...

Ok, so what actually is Big Dick Energy?

BDE is more than the hyper-masculine bragging right that plagues Modern Man's identity. To be totally clear, it all came about off the back of a comment pop star Ariana Grande apparently tweeted about her ex-fiancé Pete Davidson.

At the time, only rumours had emerged about Ariana and Pete's engagement. There was the standard rumble of social media confusion - because the pair had only been dating for a few weeks prior to hitting that big milestone - but for the most part, everyone was aboard the Pariana train.

At the same time, Ariana was promoting her Sweetener album. A rumour emerged at the same time as the engagement that her album would feature a song dedicated to Pete, and so a fan tweeted to enquire how long said musical tribute would be. People reported that the fan mistakenly appeared to be asking about Pete's nether region and, in a since deleted (or possibly photoshopped, but let's ride the BDE wave) tweet, Ariana said: 'like 10 inches? ... oh *** ... i mean ... a lil over a minute'. Cue an eruption of lols, a severe case of Twitter meltdown and the concept of Big Dick Energy was born.

Joking about the speed at which the unlikely couple were engaged, one user gave new life to the 'big dick energy' term that many are attributing to @imbobswage. Fans who were skeptical about Ariana and Pete's relationship and the speed of their engagement suddenly had the explanation they'd been looking for: Pete has Big Dick Energy.

When @babyvietcong tweeted: 'Pete davidson is 6'3 with dark circles, exudes big dick energy, looks evil but apparently is an angel, and loves his girl pubicly the only thing wrong w him is that he's a scorpio but anyway....I'd married him within a month too', the phrase spread quickly. And in a nod to the wildly hilarious nature of good internet material, Big Dick Energy took on a life of its own.

Now, while we might not know whether Ariana Grande's swiftly removed tweet about Pete's privates was either accurate or true, the internet concedes that Pete Davidson does indeed boast a Big Dick Energy. What does that mean? Consider it a vibe rather than a measurement.

BDE is the je ne sais quoi of internet charisma.

BDE is the 'je ne sais quoi' of internet charisma. The Cut describe it as 'a quiet confidence and ease with oneself that comes from knowing you have an enormous penis and you know what to do with it', which Pete responded to with a series of laughing emojis in his Instagram Stories, and we're inclined to agree. It's a low-key assurance in yourself that no way exudes arrogance nor cockiness (pun absolutely intended).

BDE is a gender neutral quality too, btw. The internet have assigned BDE to everyone from Cardi B and Rihanna (obviously) while Twitter user @imbobswage joined the conversation to identify two other celebrity holders of BDE.

'If I was making a short powerpoint about big dick energy I would include these photos', they tweeted before sharing two pictures of Tom Hardy and Keanu Reeves each sipping from a super-sized soda cup. Sensing the vibe, yet?

Let's say that BDE is a well-earned but unassuming nonchalance that you exude while going about the unremarkable activities of your day to day life. It's a charisma that speaks for itself and comes from a deep, well-endowed security in your sense of being. It's also a load of internet waffle that'll most likely disappear into the deep dark depths of social media purgatory pretty soon. And yes, it's a tad annoying that Giant Vagina Energy probably won't take off in the same way, but we'll adopt the internally smug, outwardly humble Pete Davidson-inspired aura for now.

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If I asked you to name some unlikely colour combinations that actually work together, what would you say? Butter yellow and maroon? Lime green and brown? Plum and chartreuse? There's one combination that might not necessarily spring to mind, but it's about to be everywhere: chocolate brown and blue. Deep, rich and earthy, chocolate brown doesn't often connote ideas of sunshine, freshly cut grass and the pastel-rich colours we're usually too ready to embrace after months of relying on darker shades. But, spring 2026 is making chocolate brown go so much further by mixing it with, drumroll please, blue.

We've seen designers playing with the unlikely combination a lot recently. At Chloé, blue denim was styled alongside an oversized brown coat, while Prada set a crisp blue button-down against plush faux fur. But this spring, rather than simply appearing on coats, jackets and shirts, the two colours have converged via polka dots instead, with plenty of dresses cropping up with scattered blue and brown spots. And the result is far chicer than you might expect. Just look at the Nobody's Child Brown Polka Dot Renley Midi Dress, for example.

Shop: The Nobody's Child Renley Midi Dress

Nobody's Child is leading the way when it comes to embracing blue and brown, with an array of dresses (including the cult Renley style) available in the print. Its Cali Halter Neck Maxi Dress is another highlight, with a V-neckline, tie-fastening adjustable halterneck and underbust seams. As for styling, the dress feels like a more grown-up take on the trend, so keep it classy with a pair of kitten heels and a trench coat thrown over your shoulders.

Shop: The Nobody's Child Cali Halter Dress

Although dresses might be all I can think about right now (it's 20 degrees this week), the brown and blue polka dot story doesn't stop there. Adidas set the spring tone with its own satin polka dot collection, where its classic sporty silhouettes received the polka dot treatment. Meanwhile, wide-leg trousers, skirts and even oversized shirts have adopted the same colour combination, proving the trend can transcend the frock without losing its whimsy.

So, if you initially thought that monochrome polka dots oozed vintage charm, brown and blue polka dots are here to transform the motif into something unexpectedly sophisticated, and create a look you can wear to any upcoming weddings without worrying about clashing with the bride. And, if you're not a 'dress' person per se, there are plenty of trousers, going-out tops and Adidas separates in the same coveted colour combination to shop below.

Shop: The Blue And Brown Polka Dot Trend

Main image credit: Instagram/@libsfaulk

Gemma Lavers is a fashion commerce writer at Grazia, where she tracks down viral pieces and is as comfortable navigating the M&S new-in page as she is dissecting the latest celebrity look. When not writing, shopping or at Reformer Pilates (a cliché but she's hooked), Gemma will likely be planning her next holiday (and what she's going to wear).

One of the few comforts I had when I was newly pregnant with my second child was that I might miscarry. I know how that will horrify those who have suffered one, or those who are pregnant and for whom it’s their worst nightmare, or those infertile couples who desperately want a baby. But I was – still am – so utterly miserable at the realisation that I was pregnant when I truly didn’t want to be that I found myself wishing for something so dark that I haven’t been able to admit it to anyone.

The worst of it was that this wasn’t an accident – but I felt tricked nonetheless.

I had been ambivalent about children in my teens, looking at my mother, who seemed deeply unfulfilled by a life dedicated solely to raising three kids. Then, in my twenties, I allowed myself the possibility of a child and a career, and in my early thirties I was lucky to conceive easily. Having my daughter was everything they said it would be: I can’t imagine my life without her and her gorgeous little face, her trusting heart and funny expressions.

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But it was also awful. My sense of self shattered when she was born. I was anxiously obsessed with my new baby and simultaneously deeply bored by what I had become and what I now thought about. I hated talking to the new mummy friends because it would descend into discussions around sleep schedules, but I felt I had nothing interesting to say to my old ones. At one point, I admitted to my husband that I ‘couldn’t see the point of life’. Clearly, I was suffering from some kind of postnatal mental anxiety, if not depression.

Gradually, though, I rediscovered myself, manoeuvring my job, family, relationship and friendships into a precarious balance. But I was certain that one was enough; I couldn’t do that again. Not the birth – I had a relatively good experience – but the dividing of myself, so that I love my husband fully, be a good friend and value myself, while at the same time raising a human felt so colossal with one. Unimaginable with two. I openly said that getting pregnant again would be The Worst Thing Ever and donated all the baby clothes and equipment the minute my daughter grew out of them.

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I’m not alone in choosing to have one child. Figures from the Office for National Statistics show that one-child families are growing; within the next decade, in fact, half of all families will only have one child. But the wave of expectation hasn’t caught up. For the three years since my daughter was born, I have had people asking me when I was going to have another, even while I was in the dark trenches of early motherhood. Strangers have told me that it’s better for the child to have a sibling; that only children are forced to grow up too fast; that they’re weird. I’ve known that, deep down, my wonderfully kind husband, who has never ever pressured me, would love a second. I’ve watched friends seamlessly have new babies, magnificently adapting their stride and carrying on.

So I faltered. Could not having a second child – as I hit my mid-thirties, the point where we’re constantly told our fertility rates drop off a cliff – be something I lived to regret? The weight of expectation wore me down. I convinced myself that if I wasn’t ready right now, the magic of pregnancy hormones would prepare me. But as I watched the little lines appear on the test I instantly knew I’d made the wrong call. Having a baby when I had all the ingredients of a happy and stable home and loving family unit felt for me like one of the only irreversible decisions I could think of. You can split up with partners, sell or move out of houses, switch jobs. But a baby? I’m passionately pro-choice, and this experience has made me even more so, but for me, an abortion didn’t feel like an option I could take. I had willingly invoked her spirit, that was my call.

At 15 weeks, I told my family, but found it hard to deal with their joy. ‘You must be so excited,’ they all told me, in-between shrieks. I was grateful that lockdown meant it was all over Zoom and no one could hug me. At 16 weeks I made myself text a friend I knew had been trying for her second for a while, who couldn’t bear to speak to me during my last pregnancy after she had just miscarried. ‘So, The Worst Thing has happened,’ she replied. I wanted to tell her, ‘Yes, it has, I need to talk to you about it.’ But I couldn’t. My worst thing is her best hope. It makes me feel even more wretched.

Now I’m six months pregnant and there’s no hiding it. And it’s all anyone can ask me about. ‘How are you feeling?’ and ‘Not long now...’ I feel that as I expand, I’m already disappearing. I don’t fit into any box that I see around me: neither the happily child-free nor the maternal ‘more the merrier’ variety. But that is part of the problem. Women are expected – we expect ourselves – to fit into certain boxes, and when we don’t it is jarring.

I’ve forced myself to push through the awkwardness to tell close friends what I’m going through, because I passionately believe my feelings are valid, even if they feel taboo. I know only too well how the glossy images of perfect motherhood can destroy you because you feel you don’t stack up. Dr Emma Svanberg, a psychologist specialising in pregnancy and parenting mental health, agrees. ‘If we could banish these unhelpful narratives around mothering and admit that mothering is a complex experience with lots of strong emotions attached to it, then we might feel less ashamed,’ she says.

There is, as with most things, a more nuanced discussion to have. One that I hope we can start now.

*Name has been changed

This piece was originally published in September 2020.

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A woman named Yvette Amos has been lauded a ‘national hero’ today after appearing on BBC Wales with a dildo in the background of her video link. Brought on TV to discuss her experience of unemployment in lockdown, the giant sex toy sat on her bookcase behind her – with eagle-eyed viewers quick to point it out.

Nestled among books, board games and birthday cards rested the life-like looking dildo, complete with veins and all. Notable for its exceptional girth, many immediately took to social media to discuss the hilarious interview. So much so, 'Yvette Amos' immediately began trending on Google and Twitter.

Of course, the internet is now divided on whether or not the sex toy is real or some sort of novelty display. Some speculate the dildo could actually be a candle, others wonder if it’s simply art. We might just be hornier than ever, but to us it definitely just looks like a giant dildo. When appearing on the news though, you would expect one might check their background.

Perhaps Yvette knew it was there all along and is hoping to normalise the stigma around women using sex toys? Perhaps she just wanted to give the nation a laugh during the dreariest January of our time? Or, perhaps, like many of us whose brains aren’t working terribly well right now, she genuinely just forgot it was there – I mean, if you haphazardly place your sex toy on a bookcase while moving around the house, you’re hardly going to think to check there for it when you eventually realise it’s not in its designated place… the sex toy draw.

Either way, we’re obsessed with Yvette and everything she represents: including all of the memes that have come from the hilarious interview. From developing a whole fan base of sex-toy supporting viewers to Bernie Sanders being popped in her place, here are the funniest reactions to dildo-gate so far…

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No, that's not Jennifer Lawrence you've spotted in the trailer for the big screen adaptation of The Girl On The Train: it's Haley Bennett, a J. Law doppelganger whose career is about leap into the Hollywood stratosphere off the back of critically acclaimed turns in TGOTT and The Magnificent Seven.

With plenty more anticipated projects in the pipeline for the coming months, here's your need-to-know on the rising star...

How old is Haley Bennett?

Haley Loraine Keeling was born on January 7 1988 in Port Myers, Florida, meaning that she’s 28 years old. She soon moved to Stow in Ohio with her father, where she spent most of her childhood. Growing up a tomboy, she was taught to shoot guns and drive 4x4s by her dad. Ah, America… She told Vanity Fair in 2014, 'It's so funny because I was always embarassed because I never had any formal training in acting. I basically grew up in the backwoods.'

Her stage persona, Haley Bennett, is derived from her mother’s family name.

Does Haley Bennett sing?

As a talented actress and musician, Haley is something of a double threat. Her film debut came in 2007's Music And Lyrics, in which she starred opposite Hollywood royalty Hugh Grant and Drew Barrymore as pop singer Cora Corman. Her vocals appeared on several songs on the film's soundtrack, and she performs during concert scenes, too.

Speaking to GQ, Haley revealed that the role came as if from nowhere, explaining that 'before Music and Lyrics I was just doing high school plays and singing in my church choir and my school choir.' Some upgrade, no?

Singing live didn't initially come easily to Haley, though. 'I was so terrified before an audience that I would break out in these ugly red hives, and my lips would quiver at the sight of a word or a song,' she told Interview magazine.

Which movies has Haley starred in?

After Music and Lyrics, Haley appeared in teen comedy College and The Haunting Of Molly Hartley (which also starred Gossip Girl's Chace Crawford), then popped up in dog sob fest Marley and Me.

After a handful of parts, her next role of note came opposite Denzel Washington in action thriller The Equalizer and in sci-fi action flick Hardcore Henry, which paved the way for turns in two of this year's most talked-about films...

Haley in The Magnificent Seven...

Her first blockbuster role of 2016 came in Antoine Fuqua's re-imagining of the classic Sixties western The Magnificent Seven (which is itself a re-make of the Japanese film Seven Samurai - got that?). Haley plays Emma, a woman avenging the death of her husband. For her first meeting with Fuqua, she brought along a home-baked apple pie; her rationale being that Emma wouldn't show up at someone's home empty-handed, so why should she?

Discussing her role with Vanity Fair, she explained, 'It's an adventure film, and Emma is at the centre of it, plotting and taking her revenge. I learned a lot of new things: riding, weaponry, and what it was like to be a frontier woman. I was excited about the aspects of bringing a woman to the forefront and to the front line.'

The film sees Haley reunite with her Equalizer co-star Denzel Washington. She's also joined by Chris Pratt, Ethan Hawke, Matt Bomer and Peter Sarsgaard.

... and The Girl On The Train

In the anticipated big-screen adaptation of Paula Hawkins' hugely successful page-turner The Girl On The Train, Haley plays Megan Hipwell, one half of the perfect-seeming couple that lead character Rachel (Emily Blunt) watches from her commuter train.

'I read the book when I was doing The Magnificent Seven because it was all guys, it was seven guys [...] and I picked up the book because it had the word 'girl' in the title,' she told US Today.

Is Haley related to Jennifer Lawrence?

No - the two just look very, very similar indeed. Haley has taken the comparisons in good humour, describing them as 'hilarious' in an interview with GQ. 'People are like, "Hey, Jen!" Or I'll just see people whispering to each other,' she revealed, suggesting an enterprising solution to this case of mistaken identity: 'I'm just gonna start charging for autographs.'

Have her and Jennifer Lawrence ever been seen in the same room, though? 'No [...] I imagine that if we were to stand next to each other we would look absolutely nothing alike, but somehow people just connect us.'

Is Haley married?

Nope - and if she were to tie the knot, we probably wouldn't hear about it any time soon. Though the actress regularly uses social media (you can follow Haley on Instagram here), it's to promote her latest projects and bless us with pictures of her adorable menagerie rather than overshare about potential relationships. Instead, Haley prefers to keep her private life just that.

Haley's weight loss for Music and Lyrics

Haley isn't afraid to speak out about the darker side of finding fame on screen: in a recent interview with the Sunday Times, she revealed how she was made to lose 20 pounds for her breakout role in *Music and Lyrics*, bringing her weight down to a worrying 7.5 stone. 'I was emaciated,' she told the paper, adding 'I looked like I was 100 years old.'

What's next for Haley?

Haley can next be seen on screen in Rules Don't Apply, a romantic drama directed by Warren Beatty, alongside fellow rising stars Lily Collins and Alden Ehrenreich (aka the man who has just been cast as a young Han Solo in the Star Wars spin-off film). After that, she'll feature in Thank You For Your Service, an adaptation of David Finkel's non-fiction work which tackles post-traumatic stress disorder, following soldiers as they return from Iraq. Also on board are Miles Teller and Amy Schumer. And if she gets bored of showbusiness? 'If acting doesn't work out, I'm going to be a professional chef,' she told the Los Angeles Times. 'You'll see me on Top Chef someday. My Midwestern hospitality needs an outlet, you know?'

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If Day Of The Jackal and Luther were high on your love it list, then Sky’s new crime thriller, The Iris Affair, is about to be your latest obsession.

Created by Neil Cross (the genius behind Idris Elba’s Luther),The Iris Affair has already garnered plenty of attention with it's promise of ‘unapologetically exciting’ adventure. With a twisty plot-line and a star-studded cast, there’s a lot to love about this glossy, sun-soaked drama.

Set in Italy, the eight-part series sees Malpractice star Niamh Algar as Iris Nixon, an incredibly intelligent codebreaker who finds herself wrapped up in a powerful supercomputer. With such knowledge comes power - and after Iris discovers the computer’s terrifying potential and steals a piece of vital information, she finds herself the target of a cat-and-mouse chase across the idyllic European country. Hot on her heels is White Lotus' Tom Hollander as entrepreneur Cameron Beck, who will stop at nothing to hunt down Iris and learn the activation sequence to the top-secret supercomputer. As tense and twisty as some of TV’s best thrillers, this sci-fi-adjacent show is an interesting look into our boundaries around technology and AI. Expect some big existential questions to arise with this one…

So, here’s everything to know about The Iris Affair – including filming locations, who’s in the cast, and what the reviews say.

What is the plot of The Iris Affair?

The Iris Affair is written and created by Neil Cross, the mastermind behind the Golden Globe Award-winning series Luther.

A synopsis reads, ‘When enigmatic genius Iris Nixon (Algar) cracks a string of complex online puzzles, she’s led to a piazza in Florence, where she meets charismatic entrepreneur Cameron Beck (Hollander).

‘He invites her to work with him to unlock a powerful and top-secret piece of technology. Her curiosity piqued, she accepts. But when Iris discovers it’s dangerous potential, she steals the journal containing the device’s activation sequence – and vanishes.’

While on the run, Iris reinvents herself to stay under the radar. ‘What follows is a relentless pursuit, from a remote cabin in Sardinia through the bustling streets of Rome, as Cameron races to find Iris in a high-stakes game where trust is dangerous and failure could be catastrophic.’

Opening up about creating the eight-part series, writer and showrunner Neil explained, ‘All I wanted to do was to make a show I wanted to watch. Iris is an unapologetically exciting, witty, chase-driven adventure show and features a lead character the like of which I don’t think we’ve ever met before on TV.’

Who is in the cast of The Iris Affair?

If you think you recognise some of the faces in The Iris Affair, you’d be right.

The cast features Niamh Algar (The Virtues, Mary & George) and Tom Hollander (The White Lotus, The Night Manager). The supporting cast includes Kristofer Hivju (Game of Thrones), Harry Lloyd (Game of Thrones, Marcella), Meréana Tomlinson (The Trials), Sacha Dhawan (The Last Train, Doctor Who) Maya Sansa (My Paper Dolls), Peter Sullivan (Poldark, The Borgias), Debi Mazar (Younger, Entourage), Marco Leonardi (Cinema Paradiso), Lorenzo De Moor (Another Simple Favor), and Angela Bruce (Silver Haze, Doctor Who).

Opening up about playing codebreaker Iris, actor Niamh said, ‘To play an enigmatic genius, it’s fascinating to get inside that, a coming-of-age story for someone who, as an adult, is trying to understand emotion and relationships later in life. I look at her almost like this computer. She looks at something, she copies it, she stores it.’

Where was The Iris Affair filmed?

If you’re in need of some winter sun, The Iris Affair might be the answer. A sun-drenched dream, filming took place in Italy, across several of the country’s most beautiful cities.

Opening up about filming, episode director Sarah O’Gormon (The Witcher) said, ‘We went to some incredible locations for the show. Sardinia, Florence, the heart of Rome, the wonderful countryside surrounding it, and the breathtaking lakes and mountains of Abruzzo.’ Bellissima!

What do the reviews say?

If you’re debating whether to add the show to your Autumn watchlist, you’ll be glad to know The Iris Affair is fast garnering praise.

The Guardian dubbed the series a ‘big hide-and-seek thriller’ that leaves audiences questioning ‘the big existential questions about technology, consciousness, ethics and whether we’re all on a runaway train right now, with AI.’

Saying viewers will be ‘entertained and baffled,’ The Mirror described The Iris Affair as being ‘deliriously entertaining [and] brilliantly silly.’  They continued, ‘[The show] may leave viewers scratching their heads, but this baffling sci-fi-adjacent thriller is just about entertaining enough to get away with it. Here’s to an even bigger second season.’

How do I watch The Iris Affair?

Released on October 16, you can watch The Iris Affair on Sky Showcase now, with new episodes released weekly. The first four episodes are available to stream on Sky Go and Now, with the following four episode released over the next four weeks.

If you’re a Sky customer already, you should be able to access Sky Showcase as part of your current package. Otherwise, you can access it through a subscription with streaming service NOW.

Is there a trailer?

Yes! If we’ve piqued your interest, you can watch the trailer for The Iris Affair down below.

Charlotte Roberts is a writer at Grazia UK, specialising in SEO. She spends her days covering everything celebrity, culture, and entertainment - from film review roundups to cast explainers.

The final season of The Crown has arrived, meaning the historical fictionalisation of Queen Elizabeth II's reign is coming to an end. Season six finishes in 2005 when the Queen was 79 years old, but a few of the final episodes offer flashbacks into the life of a young Queen Elizabeth and left us wanting to know more.

In her Platninum Jubilee message to the public last year, which was broadcast just months before she died, The Queen said: 'These last seven decades have seen extraordinary progress socially, technologically and culturally that have benefitted us all; and I am confident that the future will offer similar opportunities to us and especially to the younger generations in the United Kingdom and throughout the Commonwealth.'

Elizabeth II was never actually meant to be Queen. When she was born on 21 April 1926, she was unlikely to ever rule, as her father was the second son of the monarch. However, when Edward VIII abdicated the throne and her father became King, Princess Elizabeth became the heir presumptive to the British throne.

Whilst on a royal trip to Kenya, King George VI died of lung cancer at 56-years-old on 6 February 1952. At just 25-years-old, the then Princess Elizabeth, took on the huge responsibility of leading the monarchy. Her formal coronation as Queen Elizabeth II took place on 2 June 1953, in Westminster Abbey.

Here we take a look back at the full life of the young Queen Elizabeth...

Beware - may contain spoilers

Ginny and Georgia is back - and it’s already climbed straight into Netflix’s Top 10 following its return on 5th June.

If you're still not over Ginny and Marcus' break up at the end of Season 2, you may be pleased to meet Wolfe. This season, Ginny’s got a new love interest: Wolfe, a fellow budding poet played by rising star Ty Doran. We're first introduced to Wolfe early in Season 3 after he meets Ginny at a poetry class. By the end of the class he asks Ginny out, marking the start of a developing interest. The pair grow closer as the episodes progress with things getting extra spicy in a laundry room at a house party... need I say more.

Things start to go wrong after Ginny finds out she's pregnant and is met by a negative reaction from Wolfe, leaving her to face an abortion alone. The pair decide to stop seeing each other and agree to stick to being friends.

Who plays Wolfe in Ginny & Georgia?

Meet Ty Doran, 27, a California native who first fell in love with the stage as a kid. His dad, actor and director Justin Doran, cast him in A Midsummer Night’s Dream at age 8, and he’s been hooked ever since. Following in his father's footsteps, Ty starred alongside his dad in productions like, Tigers and A Chorus Line. Since then Ty caught the performing bug for good, eventually swapping the theatre for on-screen roles in his late teens.

He made his on-screen debut in the 2015 short film Brushstrokes, and then appeared in the ABC drama, American Crime (ABC), Hulu's All Night, Chicago Fire, Queen Sugar, and The Blacklist. But it was his breakout role as Cal Stone in Netflix’s Manifest that earned him major fan attention, and almost 100k Instagram followers.

Towards the end of 2024, Ty's Ginny & Georgia casting announcement sent fans into a frenzy, with comments like “I’ll watch for him” and “Not Cal Stone in my other favourite show!”

And in case you’re wondering.... yes, Ty is off the market. He’s happily loved-up with girlfriend Harley, who he isn't afraid to post on the gram.

When it comes to career inspo, Ty cites LaKeith Stanfield as his favourite actor to watch, and John Lithgow as a role model for his acting versatility.

In a recent Instagram post, Ty Doran thanked his castmates and reflected on his time on Ginny & Georgia, describing the show as 'a labour of love and exhaustion'. He also gave a special shoutout to the show’s creators for trusting him with the role of Wolfe. We can't wait to see what Ty does next as his career continues to go from strength to strength.

Afia Kufuor writes celeb news for Grazia, Heat, Closer, Bella and Yours – and loves nothing more than a good interview. From red carpets to radio mics, she’s always asking the questions we’re all thinking. Off duty, she runs @DontPopThatSpot, a safe space for acne-prone huns online and IRL.

Nina Agdal is being slut-shamed online as part of Logan Paul and Dillon Danis' pre-match fight build up - and it's foul, writes Georgia Aspinall

As a sport, boxing has never particularly valued respect between competitors. Typically, grudge matches sell the best (in terms of pay per views) and thus the most successful boxers have often followed the fool-proof business method of calling out their desired opponent immediately after their last fight – usually while still in the ring – and then proceeding to attack them in media interviews, until said opponent bites and signs the contract to fight. The proceeding war on social media, and in press conferences, only adds to the hype – until the pair actually fight, and upon one person losing, shake hands and admit they really did respect their opponent all along.

It's such a popular tactic, that when influencers got involved in boxing in 2018 (putting on their own events and fighting each other, and outselling some of the most-watched professional boxing matches of all time) they took to it immediately, raising the stakes with their internet prowess and army of followers to turn what was once occasional jibes through the medium of BBC Sport to full on social media terror campaigns. For your most recent example, look no further than American MMA fighter Dillon Danis, who is due to fight influencer Logan Paul on October 14th – as part of an exhibition Misfits Boxing event that sees fellow influencer KSI take on boxing nepo-baby Tommy Fury.

Danis, who only has two professional MMA fights on his record (and none for boxing), has spent the last few weeks goading Logan – hoping to unnerve him ahead of the fight, and build that all-important tension to ensure viewers tune in for their match before Tommy and KSI take centre stage for the main event on the card. How has Dillon Danis done that? By terrorising Logan Paul’s fiancé, model Nina Agdal.

Nina, aged 31, is a Danish model best known for her Sports Illustrated campaigns alongside Chrissy Teigen and Lily Aldridge. Most recently, she appeared on Logan Paul’s podcast Impaulsive to talk about their engagement, and the couple opened up about how they’d gone to great lengths to keep their relationship private in order to avoid trolling.

‘I’ve been so intentional about keeping things between us, you are not an internet piece of clickbait,’ Logan said to Nina on the podcast. ‘You’re my everything. I don’t want to drag you into this shitstorm, it’s a f*cking hellhole online. You have to have iron skin. We posted our first picture together for our anniversary, and the comments are scathing, being so mean to Nina.’

Nina went on to admit that the comments on their anniversary post (mentioned above) were her first ever experience of being bullied, and it did get to her. ‘It is just not okay, people are negative for no reason,’ she said. ‘I’ll pretend like I don’t care, but it f*cking sucks.’

One can only imagine how she’s coping now then, the prime focus of Dillon Danis’ relentless online bullying. In an apparent effort to anger Logan, Danis has taken to posting topless pictures of Nina on his Twitter (we should note these appear to be consensually taken photographs from her modelling career) and pictures of her with ex-boyfriends, as well as seemingly every man she’s ever happened to be photographed next to. We should also note some of these images appear to be photoshopped. His intention seems to be to smear Nina’s reputation through slut-shaming, ultimately causing endless trolls to attack her. Right now, ‘Nina Agdal past boyfriends’ is a breakout search term on Google, as well as ‘Nina Agdal body count’ and ‘Nina Agal ex Leonardo DiCaprio’. Nina does appear to have dated Leonardo DiCaprio in the past, but it’s the search terms about her body count and ex-boyfriends in general that cause the most alarm – because it proves what Danis is doing is working, as do the hateful, misogynistic comments that fill his Twitter underneath any post about Nina.

It's disappointing enough to see a woman be ripped apart in a toxic ego battle between two men, but to see quickly the tide turned against Nina by virtue of a few photographs of her with men, it’s demoralising. Prior to Danis’ Twitter smear campaign, Nina was largely adored by Logan’s fans – the epitome of a sweet, loving partner that had captured Logan’s heart and got him through some of his darkest moments. And yet now, after Danis’ relentless posting, she’s become the prime subject of intense ridicule and sexism online.

It should go without saying that it doesn’t matter who, or how many people, Nina has dated in the past, nor does it matter whether she’s chosen to do topless modelling before, calling a woman ‘a whore’ – as Dillon has on Twitter – and using her sexual agency against her as though it somehow devalues her as a person, is disgustingly misogynistic. Influencer boxing might’ve brought more eyeballs to the sport, but it’s also escalated pre-match tension building beyond choice comments about a person’s sporting ability, into hateful and abusive tactics that often involve a fighter’s family unnecessarily. If this is where boxing is heading, it’s a sport few will respect in future.

Grazia have contacted Dillon Danis for comment.

The quiet knitwear comeback that’s suddenly everywhere? Argyle jumpers. From street style in Paris to the feeds of your favourite fashion insiders, the retro diamond print has officially crossed from nostalgic to now. Once reserved for golf clubs and grandads, it’s been reimagined this season in softer hues, slouchier fits, and unexpected pairings that put comfort first, without making any sartorial sacrifices.

Think of the classic runway reinventions we’ve seen at Miu Miu and Prada, where preppy meets contemporary, or the way designers like JW Anderson have injected traditional knits with a playful twist. Argyle is no longer just a vintage nod, it’s versatile, and could easily become the autumn hero piece you reach for more often than you’d expect. I know, because I do.

Argyle is also thriving in street style, thanks to influencers layering diamond patterns over oversized coats or under statement jackets, proving that old-school prints can feel fresh when styled with contemporary silhouettes.

Leading the charge is this Zara’s Diamond-Knit Polo Sweater, a brown-on-beige dream that looks straight off a runway but costs less than your weekend brunch.

Shop: Zara, Diamond-Knit Polo Sweater

The ribbed collar adds structure, while the soft, oversized fit keeps it approachable. It’s the perfect neutral to anchor every outfit, whether paired with tailored trousers for work, wide-leg denim for off-duty look, or a pleated midi layered over a crisp polo or under this Arket viral brown jacket. Even accessorised with brown trainers or suede ballerinas or a slouchy tote, this classic pattern becomes an autumn-approved wardrobe staple.

Since Argyle is visually busy, keep the rest of the outfit simple. Monochrome bottoms or classic denim usually let the jumper shine without competing patterns.

If you’ve been looking to refresh your knit rotation, this is the one to do it with. But don’t wait, with Argyle trending, cooler temps on the horizon, and Zara’s knack for selling out fast, we’re calling it now, this jumper will be gone before the end of the October.

We’ve also rounded up a couple of wardrobe-worthy alternatives if you’re looking for more.

Shop: Zara Diamond-Knit Polo Sweater Alternatives

Anne Lora Scagliusi is a fashion commerce writer at Grazia with over a decade of international experience. She began her career in Dubai, covering major fashion events and global trends, and her work has appeared in Vogue, Vanity Fair, Marie Claire, and Glamour. Now based between Italy and the UK, Anne is rarely seen without one of her signature Self-Portrait dresses and believes that great style should be as practical as it is polished, especially when parenting a toddler.

OK, so the bar for advertising at women is still pretty low. Clear ‘Not Explicitly Hateful’, and you’ll be breaking new ground – but brand Billie have released a zinger, a year after their (in)famous ad showing skin with hair on it being shaved. While that might sound unremarkable, take a moment to review basically every other ad for women’s razors, wherein the blade passes over skin smoother than a baby’s to leave it much the same. Having only just recovered from the shock (women grow what where?), the public were treated to Billie’s latest campaign – Red, White and You Do You. Shots of pubic hair (something I very rarely see beyond my own body, despite swathes of female skin being pictured in popular culture), peek from the sides of bikini bottoms – and they aren’t even ‘befores’ for the razor’s ‘after’ (I KNOW). Billie’s calling for choice when it comes to personal grooming, and Red, White and You Do You features models of all shapes, colours and sizes. With smooth underarms, and fuzzy ones. Bald inner thighs, and hairy ones.

Billie’s founder Georgina Gooley explained the motivation behind the project: ‘From day one, Billie has maintained that shaving is a personal choice and no one should be telling women what to do with their hair.’ Hear hear. Gooley’s commendable commitment to normalising the normal follows 2017’s viral Bodyform ad, similarly much discussed for depicting women’s bodies as living organisms rather than fembots. The 20 second clip, titled Blood Normal, showed a woman with blood on her legs in the shower (we’ve all been there) and replaced advertising’s standard alien-blue liquid with red. If you haven’t seen it, I highly recommend a look – it’s surprisingly surprising. Blood! Normal!

Now we just need facewashes to depict makeup coming off rather than being comically non-splashed by girls with perfect skin, and we’ll have a full house of Things Which It Is Not Wrong For Female Bodies To Do (grow hair; bleed; exist) in our shared cultural lexicon. The importance of representation is hard to overstate, and the effects of its absence can pile into a monolith so big, so close, that it’s hard to see. As Gooley writes, ‘When brands can’t even acknowledge that women have body hair, it’s a version of body shaming – it’s saying you should feel ashamed of having body hair.’ Awomen: you do you. Thanks for reminding us that our bodies belong to us.

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A lot has changed in the world since Love Actually was released 20 years ago. Although it's still many people's favourite cheesy Christmas film, it's been argued time and time again that, unfortunately, the film isn't very feminist. The women in the film have incredibly little agency, and are objects of desire, to be won by grandiose gestures like turning up at their door with signs (Creepy Mark) or literally flying across the Atlantic to pull (Colin).

But, regardless of all that, there's another major issue the film has: the repeated mention of Natalie's weight. In case you need a reminder, Natalie, played by Martine McCutcheon, is the tea-lady who Prime Minister David (Hugh Grant) falls for. That's despite the fact she's from 'the dodgy end' of Wandsworth and that, even though Natalie is a normal sized woman, she is repeatedly subjected to body shaming throughout the film.

It's a conversation that was brought about again recently by body positive Instagrammer Alex Light. In a post entitled 'Natalie Is Not Fat', Alex reminds us: 'Natalie explains she got dumped because "nobody wants a girlfriend with thighs the size of tree trunks", and her colleague Annie calls her "the chubby girl" and comments on her "sizeable arse and huge thighs". ⁣Natalie’s father also refers to her as "plumpy".'

Still, 20 years on, we can't believe her weight was mentioned at all: no matter how big or small she was. As Alex says in her post, being fat is not a bad thing - but, obviously, here, it's used as a cheap put down. And it makes us feel even more uneasy that a healthy looking woman is berated as being ''the chubby girl' when, even now, most women on TV are way below average size.

So, if you do decide to watch Love Actually while eating a leftover turkey sandwich, we hope you enjoy it. But here's your reminder that Natalie isn't fat. And, regardless of her weight, it never should have been mentioned in the first place. Even if it was 20 years ago.

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While the question on everyone's mind this week is 'will the good weather last until the weekend?' my mind goes to what on earth am I going to wear to the office this week. A shallow question, I'll admit, but a persistently tricky one at that - especially as we navigate the confusing mid-season shift where you're too hot on your commute but freeze under the notoriously icy office air-con. Dressing professionally in this heat poses its own kind of challenge, and staying cool without veering into holiday dressing territory is not easy. That's where Arket's Oversized Shirt Dress comes in.

Made from a light and breezy 100% cotton, Arket's take on a classic shirt dress features an oversized silhouette, complete with collar and buttoned front, that's ideal for slipping between desk and dinner - the length is just right for office-wear too, skimming the leg at the calf.

The dress is available in multiple different colours, the beige and white iterations are most ideal for minimalist dressers who lean towards neutrals, while the striped options - a brown and blue - would work best for the office thanks to its more polished feel. When it comes to styling, we recommend cinching Arket's shirt dress at the waist with a slim belt and adding a pair of ballet flats to finish the outfit. Alternatively, layer the dress over the top of trousers on those cooler days or underneath a blazer.

Arket's shirt dress was first released last year and sold out almost instantly. Returning for spring/summer 2025, the shirt dress has kept all the details that made it a best-seller; the comfortable cotton material, cut that flatters without clinging and smart box pleat at the back. Saying that, history is repeating itself as some sizes are already selling out - so consider this your sign to shop Arket's shirt dress now.

Shop: Arket's Maxi Shirt Dress In Alternative Colours

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Gemma Lavers is a fashion commerce writer at Grazia, where she tracks down viral pieces and is as comfortable navigating the M&S new-in page as she is dissecting the latest celebrity look - yes, she can tell you exactly where a specific coat is from. When not writing, shopping or scrolling Instagram (find hers here), Gemma will likely be dreaming up her next holiday (and what she's going to wear).

There's no doubt about it, you've seen the checked Marks & Spencer barn jacket that everyone has been so eager to get their hands on, right? Proving that the love for the jacket we all loved last year shows no sign of waning (trust us, they're absolutely everywhere for this autumn/winter, too), it's no surprise everyone made a mad trolley dash to their local M&S to get one. And yes, this particular style was online, but with hundreds of people keen to get it, it sold out within a matter of minutes. Typical.

So, when is the viral Marks & Spencer jacket back? We contacted our friends at the high street brand, and we've got some bad news for you; it isn't due to get restocked online at the moment. Sorry. BUT, the good news is, they told us there are a lot of stores with stock, so you may be able to still get one IRL. If not, then we have some more positive news, as M&S – along with so many other brands – have plenty of other incredible iterations to choose from.

And like the viral Marks & Spencer style (as seen here on content creator @vanessaroseblair) there are so many barn jackets that have that longline silhouette – something that made this particular jacket feel fresh this time around.

Whether you call it a barn jacket like Topshop, a field jacket like COS or a country jacket like Toteme, just know this style will be everywhere for autumn/winter 2025. And we, like everyone else for that matter, can't get enough of the go-with-everything style.

We know what you're thinking – they aren't exactly the same as the sell-out £90 style, and you're right. But they're equally as wearable, practical and chic, so they'll be able to fill the void. So, how should you be styling the barn jackets we're about to show you? Either stick to the #countrygirl aesthetic and go for a jumper, jeans and knee-highboots, or add a preppy feel by layering over a polo shirt with a mini skirt and ballet flats. No matter how you wear them, though, you're bound to find your new favourite autumn jacket in three, two, one...

Shop: Long Barn Jackets Similar To M&S' Sold Out Style

Harriet Davey is a freelance fashion editor and stylist, contributing to many titles including Vogue, Stylist, Glamour, Who What Wear and of course, Grazia. Always finding high street buys that look expensive, and the designer items to elevate them further, she’s constantly on the lookout for lesser-known brands and mini street style trends. This, and searching for her next holiday destination where she’ll be showing them off on Instagram at @harriet.davey, along with travel tips on TikTok @harriet.davey.

Miley Cyrus is not exactly known for being low-key, and we love her for it. Okay, her secret wedding to Liam Hemsworth in 2018 took us by surprise, but usually she’s pretty open.

However, the former Hannah Montana star has been carefully keeping her latest relationship under wraps— if you don't count some very sweet red carpet appearances.

Here's everything you need to know about Miley's boyfriend, Maxx.

Who is Maxx Morando?

Maxx Morando is a musician and boyfriend of Miley Cyrus. He first rose to fame as the drummer of The Regrettes from 2015 to 2018. He then joined the four-person Los Angeles rock band Liily. He also previously co-wrote and produced the song Handstand from Miley’s 2023 album, Endless Summer Vacation.

How old is Maxx Morando?

Maxx is 26 years old, about six years younger than his Grammy award winning girlfriend. He was born on 16 November 1998, making him a Scorpio.

Miley opened up about their age gap to Harper’s Bazaar, saying , ‘He looks at life really differently than I do. He grew up with a laptop. I had a desktop computer that I shared with my brothers and sisters.’ And doesn’t that just sum it up perfectly?

Miley also admitted that Maxx is the more ‘plugged in’ of the pair, telling Vogue, ‘My boyfriend brings his phone and I don’t bring one.’

Where is Maxx Morando from?

Maxx is born and raised in Los Angeles, California.

How long has Maxx Morando been dating Miley Cyrus?

Rumours began swirling that the Flowers singer was dating the musician back in 2021 when they were spotted partying together in Miami. Miley was in town filming her New Years special, Miley’s New Year’s Eve Party, and the pair were spotted looking cosy, but nothing was confirmed at the time.

In March 2022, Entertainment Tonight confirmed the two were together. They’ve been popping up at awards shows together ever since—including co-ordinated outfits at the Grammy’s— and we’re not complaining.

Miley later revealed that the pair actually first met after being set up on a blind date, telling Vogue, ‘Well, it was blind for me and not really for him… I thought, “The worst that can happen is I leave.”’ Luckily, she made it through the first date and now the couple are completely loved up.

Does Maxx Morando have Instagram?

He does, and you can follow him at @mmaxxm, although don’t be expecting too many pictures of Miley.

Sarah O'Byrne is a writer for Grazia, heat, Closer, Yours, Bella and Crime Monthly. She primarily focuses on celebrity and entertainment news.

Married at 27. Mortgage at 28. Having a baby at 29. This was my ‘Life Plan’ if you will (I know not everyone’s, but still…) I’ve always been a planner. I am never late to anything.

Though, as the saying goes ‘life happens when you’re busy making other plans’ (I used to hate it when people said this to me – but frustratingly, it’s true). At 22 years old, I found myself unexpectedly pregnant.

Staring at my daughter – ‘little bean’ then – during my 12 week scan I felt a mix of love, fear and excitement. Though, what no-one tells you, as you waddle in to appointment 102010324 to see your midwife or doctor, is how dramatically your life will change when faced with BRINGING UP A TINY HUMAN. Of course, I’m speaking from my own experience (every person and baby is different and all that), but here’s the s--t (sometimes literal) that no one tells you about having a baby in your early twenties.

Disclaimer: apologies to my partner, friends and family in advance…

1) ‘Babytalk’? Once a pet peeve is now commonplace. “OOOOOOAAAHHH” a personal favourite

‘Having a full conversation in English is a rarity.’

2) Scheduled sex sessions? Yes, it will become a thing.

‘Most of the time me and my partner talk excitedly at 6pm about actually having sex that night. Once 9pm hits, we are in our PJs, watched an episode of Catastrophe, and thinking excitedly about falling asleep.’

3) You will have a full-on relationship with your bed

‘Did I mention? Sleep is everything.'

4) Hours of social media scrolling is now spent Googling articles like ‘How To Make My Baby Crawl’

‘I never really got it when new parents only posted baby photos on Instagram and Facebook before I had a baby. Now? My Instagram is now essentially my daughter’s photo album.'

5) It is just not possible to stay out til 2am and then wake up for a 5am feed

‘WhatsApping my friends or sister over the weekend, they are usually going out or recovering from a hangover. My weekends are fairly different. Hungover and looking after a screaming 3-month old? Trust. This is nightmare territory.'

6) You totally count your pram walks as your ‘gym time’

‘Unlike my other friends in their 20s, I don’t have the time or money to spend on the gym. I do my pram walks.'

7) You end up weighing up the pros and cons of walking up to strangers to have a gossip

‘I remember seeing another mum doing her pram walk alone. I smiled and walked past. A part of me wanted to say “er, can I walk with you?”’

8) Online shopping on ASOS? Pfffft...

‘You want to give your child everything - whether it’s a play mat they spend 10% of their time on, or baby shoes they never actually wear.'

9) You will want to shout at the next person who asks you “when’s the next one coming?”

‘I am not joking when I say the second day after I had a c-section someone asked me when the next baby was coming. At this point, my grip was on this tiny being in my arms that needed me whole heartedly. I responded “we are not planning on having another child at this time”. She responded (as well as many others who have asked the same question): “you're young, never say never” or “I bet you’ll be pregnant again by next year”.’

10) That person who recognises you every day in Starbucks will be replaced with your pharmacist

‘I have now realised the pharmacist sees me and hides in the back room - so I now visit every 2 days.’

11) You will get irrationally annoyed when your mates without kids come over and say they need just need some "Me Time”

‘Don’t get me wrong, I love every second I spend with my daughter - whether it’s seeing her first roll, first laugh, or just the way she wakes up and smiles at me every morning. But no-one said you would spend a lot of your day eating with one hand or bringing your baby to the toilet with you.’

12) At times, it feels like you retreat back to being a teenager asking your parents for permission to go out

‘With most of mine and my partner's earnings going towards rent, bills and stuff (you will always need more nappies, onesies and creams), we cannot afford a nanny - so rely on our family (THANK YOU) to help out when they can if we want a date night.’

13) ‘Sexy chat’ is now ‘poo chat’

You never think you will become that person, but you will inevitably end up analysing your child's nappy habits in such detail with anyone who will listen.

14) You are told throughout your pregnancy how ‘lucky’ you are to have a baby in your 20s, because your body will ‘bounce back’ quicker

‘A month after having my daughter I remember the pressure of losing the baby weight quickly. After 4 months of having my baby, I am still left with full body stretch marks, excess weight that doesn’t want to shift, and no, I still don’t fit into my pre-pregnancy jeans yet. Whilst I used to be jealous seeing my friends in a bikini enjoying their latest holiday, I now fully embrace my marks (my battle scars)… a reminder that my body carried a baby for nine months.

15) A lot of the other mums you meet will have their own mummy network already in place

‘None of my friends have children - they are all at a time in their lives where they are climbing the career ladder, so when I go to my weekly 'post-natal pilates' class, most the time I just want to say “please be my friend!”.

16) Get ready for the career FOMO to kick in

‘Before I had my daughter I was being trained to be a manager. Once I found out I was pregnant I had to put this on hold. On my maternity leave, a few of my friends have told me about their promotions at work. Though I I know I will be able to achieve this myself down the line, I realise my main priority is my daughter and not my job status right now.’

17) You will always wonder if you’re doing motherhood 'right'

‘It doesn't help when I have spoken to other mothers, who have happily voiced their concerns over my parenting skills. Case in point: why I didn’t breast feed (my baby had a cow’s milk allergy) etc. Then I turn to my baby, laughing hysterically on her play mat, and think "well I must be doing something right".'

18) It’s ALL worth it

‘Okay, so I might not be able to book the next flight to Ibiza – but waking up next to my daughter snuggled up to me in the morning, and see her face light up playing ‘airplane’? I wouldn’t want it any other way.’

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On Tuesday, Bhad Bhabie, whose real name is Danielle Bregoli, released a diss track titled Ms. Whitman aimed at fellow singer Alabama Barker (daughter of Blink 182's Travis Barker), set to the backing of Kanye West and Ty Dolla $ign's song Carnival.

Although remixed versions of the track began circulating online, with what appeared to be Kanye’s voice in a verse, Kanye has now clarified that the audio was in fact AI-generated.

The 47-year-old rapper said, 'I’m not in the middle of none of this AI beef. People throwing my voice on things, the whole Carnival sample. I just talked to Travis Barker. I would never be in the middle. I don’t even know what’s going on.'

The title of the song is a reference to the character Alabama Whitman from the 1993 film True Romance, after whom Alabama Barker, 19, is named.

Here’s everything you need to know about the feud…

The 'Bhackground'

The feud between the pair began in December 2024, when 21-year-old Bhad Bhabie — known by many as the ‘Catch Me Outside, How ’Bout Dah’ girl who went viral on Dr. Phil — accused of 'stealing' her 26-year-old ex-boyfriend and baby daddy, Le Vaughn. Bhad Bhabie AKA Danielle gave birth to their daughter, Kali Love, in March 2024, however a few months later she admitted that she had cheated on Le Vaughan (real name Chris Iam LeVaughn) with rapper and record producer Chief Keef— also known as Keith Farrelle Cozart. In November, Bhad Bhabie also revealed that she had been diagnosed with chronic myeloid leukemia.

The couple took a two week break after Bhad Bhabie’s infidelity, which is when she asserts that he began courting Alabama. She even claims she tracked LeVaughn’s car to Alabama’s neighbourhood.

However, after Bhad Bhabie’s accusations, Alabama responded on Instagram stating that she had ‘no interest’ in Vaughn and was completely unaware that he and Bhad Bhabie were an item. In a now deleted post, Alabama also accused Le Vaughn of abuse, writing, ‘He threw a bottle at my head, resulting in significant injury… I also have continued evidence of him harassing me, including using fake numbers to contact me, and expressing his love for me.’  In response, Le Vaughn took to Instagram to deny the allegations and accused Alabama of lying to protect her image. He shared a photo of the two of them together, reportedly taken after the alleged bottle-throwing incident, where she had no visible bruises.

The rap battle begins

On January 27th 2024, Bhad Bhabie released the song Overcooked, which took aim at Alabama. The song opens, ‘Bitch, you want my life, you want the dick I get, you wanna worship the ground I walk on 'cause you idolise me.' In the song, she went on to call Alabama a ‘slut’, ‘weird bitch’ and wrote, ‘Go and ask daddy for some money, everybody know that’s how you get it.’

In the song, Bhad Bhabie also alleged that Alabama had been pregnant with Le Vaughn’s child before getting an abortion (‘Hatin'-ass hoe tried steal my baby daddy, Fuckin' on..., and... got you pregnant’).

In a twist no one saw coming, Bhad Bhabie then accused Tyga of being the father on social media. In January, Alabama commented on a TikTok insisting that she was ‘absolutely not’ pregnant with Tyga’s child. Tyga, who used to date Kylie Jenner— AKA Alabama’s step-aunt— denied the affair on Twitter, writing, ‘This the dumbest shit I ever heard. I have never had any sort of physical relationship with Alabama. It’s honestly ridiculous I even have to address it.’

The clap back

Less than a month after Bhad Bhabie’s diss track, Alabama fired back with one of her own called Cry Bhabie, with the opening lyrics is, ‘I don't want to be nothing like you, Dr. Phil loser bitch.’ She goes on to defend her affair with Le Vaughn, saying, ‘I was out in LV, and LV tried to pipe me, I can't even cap, I didn't know he was your BD.’

The latest

Now, onto the most recent diss track in the saga, Ms. Whitman. Bhad Bhabie held no punches with this song. For context, Alabama is technically part of the Kardashian Klan, as her step mum is Kourtney Kardashian. In it she sang ‘stanky pussy got you kicked out the Kardashian house’ and twerks on a Travis Barker lookalike. She further included the Kardashians when she rapped, ‘Your stepmom burnt out, why she took her sister’s second-hand?’ referencing Travis Barker’s admission that he once had a crush on Kourtney’s sister, Kim Kardashian. The fact that she also used a track written by Kim's ex-husband, Kanye West, could be considered yet another dig at the famous family.

Although Alabama is yet to respond, we wouldn’t be surprised if she was on her way to the studio as we speak.

Sarah O'Byrne is a writer for Grazia, heat, Closer, Yours, Bella and Crime Monthly. She mainly works on celebrity and entertainment news.

Sydney Sweeney is growing her business empire. The 27-year-old is said to be launching a lingerie line and according to US weekly, she’s not doing it alone: it has the backing of Jess Bezos as a major investor.

‘This has been a huge project for her and something she’s been working on for the last year,’ a source told the outlet. Adding to the intrigue, the insider claimed both Jeff Bezos and his wife, Lauren Sánchez, are among the supporters helping bring the brand to life. Now in hindsight, her attendance at Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez’s lavish wedding last month suddenly makes a lot more sense.

According to the publication, the lingerie label is being funded through the Coatue Innovation Fund, a venture capital group that has reportedly received investments from some of the biggest names in tech - including Amazon founder Jeff Bezos and Dell Technologies’ Michael Dell. The fund is said to have invested a staggering £770 million ($1 billion) into Sweeney’s start-up.

While this may be her first solo fashion line, Sweeney isn’t new to the industry. In 2023, she collaborated with cult swimwear label Frankies Bikinis on a dreamy, Italian summer-inspired capsule that quickly sold out. The Euphoria star is also an ambassador for Laneige and further adding to her resumé, she collaborated with Dr. Squatch to release ’Sydney's Bathwater Bliss’.

Renee Washington, Grazia's digital fashion and beauty writer, lives online. With a penchant for wispy lashes and streetwear, she writes about the worlds of fashion and beauty from the viewpoint of the modern fashion girlie..

Image credit: Sydney Sweeney for Frankies Bikinis (Photographed by Sonia Szóstak)

Renee Washington, Grazia's digital fashion and beauty writer, lives online. With a penchant for wispy lashes and streetwear, she writes about the worlds of fashion and beauty from the viewpoint of the modern fashion girlie..

No longer reserved solely for make-up artists, foundation sticks are revolutionising the morning routines of beauty aficionados the world over. Specifically brilliant for those who want quick, easy-to-use products that are travel-friendly (hello, commuters), they offer portability and convenience, along with precision application and buildable coverage.

Gorgeously creamy, often in dewy or natural finishes, foundation sticks are ultra-blendable and allow you to place the product only where you need it, such as under the eyes or on blemishes, without mess or wasted product. More so than liquid foundation, a foundation stick is perfect for those on-the-go touch-ups and makes it easy to gain your preferred level of coverage. Loved by the likes of Sienna Miller, whose no-make-up-make-up look is always on my beauty vision board, they've grown in popularity in recent years, now becoming a must-have for many.

Grazia's Best Foundation Sticks 2026, At A Glance:

Best foundation stick overall: Hourglass Vanish Seamless Foundation, £49

Best sheer foundation stick: Charlotte Tilbury Unreal Skin Sheer Glow Tint Hydrating Foundation Stick, £35

Best multipurpose foundation stick: Merit The Minimal Stick, £34.

Best long-lasting foundation stick: Dior Forever Skin Perfect, £48

Self-confessed foundation stick lovers, beauty director Rachael Martin and beauty writer Georgia Scott, have pooled their knowledge and tested out a selection of the products below to help you select the best foundation stick for your needs. From super sheer to full coverage, it's the perfect companion for flawless skin – here's where to find one to add to your beauty stash.

Shop: The Best Foundation Sticks For A Seamless Base

How to choose between a liquid foundation and a foundation stick

Choosing between a liquid foundation and a foundation stick really comes down to how you live your life (and how much time you actually have in the morning). Liquid foundations are your go-to if you want a seamless, skin-like finish that’s easy to sheer out or build up; they’re ideal for everyday wear or when your complexion needs a little extra glow.

Foundation sticks, meanwhile, are the low-effort, high-impact option: brilliant for on-the-go touch-ups, targeted coverage, or anyone who likes to apply make-up straight from the tube and blend with their fingers. In short, liquids suit the detail lovers; sticks are for the beauty minimalists who want results, fast.

Georgia Scott is a beauty commerce writer for Grazia. She has been obsessed with beauty products for as long as she can remember and spends her days hunting for the latest trending products to get her hands on to review.

If you missed Jodie Comer make her West Debut in Prima Facie in 2022 and, quite frankly, couldn’t afford the flights to New York when she took the show to Broadway then fear not, as she is reprising the role of Tessa Ensler in the one-woman play for one last time.

The 32-year-old is bringing the show back to the UK and Ireland next year when she tours nine cities up and down the country between January and March.

Killing Eve star Jodie said of the announcement, ‘It is a huge privilege to return to Prima Facie for one last time and take this important play on tour across the UK and Ireland. The resonance of Suzie Miller’s writing, both in London and New York, exceeded anything we could have imagined.

‘I’m so thrilled to have the opportunity to get the team back together and take the production to theatres around the country, including my hometown of Liverpool. On a personal note, I can’t think of a better finale to what has been such an incredible and deeply rewarding chapter in my life.’

Prima Facie UK tour dates

23-24 January 2026 – Richmond Theatre, Richmond

27-31 January 2026 – Gaiety Theatre, Dublin

3-7 February 2026 – Lyceum Theatre, Edinburgh

10-14 February 2026 – New Theatre, Cardiff

17-21 February 2026 – Grand Opera House, York

24-28 February 2026 – Theatre Royal, Bath

3-7 March 2026 – Marloew, Canterbury

10-14 March 2026 – Rep, Birmingham

17-21 March 2026 – Playhouse, Liverpool

When do Prima Facie UK tour tickets go on sale?

Tickets for the Prima Facie UK tour are sure to sell quickly, but you have multiple opportunities to buy tickets. Each venue will be running their own presale, details of which can be found on their social media pages.

ATG+ members will have access to a presale, with tickets becoming available at 10am on Tuesday 25 March. Prices for an ATG+ membership start at £50 and includes exclusive perks for over 35 venues in the UK.

The general sale for Prima Facie UK tour tickets then takes place two hours later at 12pm on Tuesday 25 March.

How much will Prima Facie UK tour tickets cost?

Tickets for Prima Facie are expected to be priced at £25-£68.

Samuel McManus is a senior content creator for Bauer Media, writing celebrity news and features across five of the company’s brands – heat, Closer, Grazia, Bella and Yours. Samuel has worked at Bauer Media since November 2024.

As 'Andrew Garfield gay' peaks on Google Trends, we unpick why the reaction is so ludicrous...

Earlier on in this fine 2023 summer (if you can call it that), I was heading on holiday with friends when I overheard the most ludicrous conversation. ‘Bro, I’m telling you now if you ask me to put sun cream on you it’s not happening, okay?’ one of our guy friends declared to another as we sat down on the plane. ‘What, you’re not going to give me a little rub down to stop your guy from burning?’ the other replied jokingly. ‘Seriously bro, don’t ask me, I’m warning you,’ he returned.

It was a seemingly light-hearted if-not-ludicrous conversation, but lo and behold when it came to applying that ever-necessary sun scream to any hard-to-reach areas, none of the guys asked each other to help out – even when us girls weren’t around. They would rather burn, in record European temperatures no less, than ask another man to put sun cream on them.

But seriously, it’s a real thing with the men, the old sun cream saga. And its perhaps why Andrew Garfield is the centre of rather ludicrous debate today – because he has, in fact, been pictured having sun cream rubbed into him by a male friend. Okay, it could be something else going on, but take a look at the below picture and tell me that’s not a man about to have sun cream rubbed into his back, hands steadying himself so as not to be shaken about by the unnecessarily aggressive slapping men tend to do when tasked with rubbing a lotion in.

By law of male fragility and toxic masculinity, this picture apparently means he’s gay. Seriously, it’s going viral today accompanied by a plethora of innuendo and memes that imply Andrew Garfield is not the straight man he’s defined himself as in various interviews of the years. Of course, for legal reasons we should note here, we’re being sarcastic – this picture does not say anything about Andrew Garfield’s sexuality, but the reaction online certainly proves that many would deem it so. Right now, ‘Andrew Garfield gay’ and ‘Andrew Garfield bisexual’ are breakout search terms on Google.

Now, this is not a case of a male celebrity opening up about his sexuality and thus leading many to question or even dream that he is not entirely straight. In fact, Andrew has been outright asked about his sexuality in interviews before, after playing a gay man living with Aids in the National Theatre’s current production of Angels in America. In an interview with OUT magazine, he explained that while he views sexuality as very fluid, he identifies as heterosexual.

‘My stance toward life, though, is that I always try to surrender to the mystery of not being in charge,’ Garfield said. ‘I have an openness to any impulses that may arise within me at any time. If I were to identify, I would identify as heterosexual.’

Of course, just as Garfield seems to believe himself, sexuality is a spectrum on which you can move at various points in your life depending on your experiences, the people you fall in love with or have lust for and of course, your comfortability at truly expressing yourself. Many previously identifying heterosexual people have gone on to come out as queer later in life, but as of right now it’s clear Andrew identifies as straight – so why the hullaballoo at this picture?

Frankly, it seems to be a case of internalised homophobia underlining the unnecessarily explosive reaction. Because, dear men, being afraid to have another man rub sun scream on you for fear of being gay is homophobic. In case you weren’t aware, appearing gay is nothing to fear, and another man touching you does not automatically make you gay.

And thus, seeing a picture of four men shirtless on a boat – regardless of how Jennifer Coolidge about to be killed on The White Lotus this scene really feels – with one perhaps readying himself to touch another, should not immediately elicit claims that any of said men are automatically homosexual. To assume so says a lot about how fragile your masculinity really is, that a mere stroke from another man can be considered an affront to it.

Like the Barbie movie test, perhaps this is another we should be putting our male companions through this summer: if he can’t let another man rub sun cream on him without complaining, run.

Made In Chelsea continues to thrive in the reality TV landscape, 31 seasons later, and that's in large part thanks to the cast. For the past two seasons, that includes familiar face Chuggs (whose real name is Oliver George Lee, of course).

If you're thinking you recognise the blonde hair and blue eyes, you'd be correct. Rewind to 2021, and you'll remember Chuggs Wallis was one of the bombshells who entered the Love Island villa. Swapping one reality TV show for another, he's now a permanent cast member on MIC - but this is far from his first time on the streets of SW3.

Here's everything to know about Made In Chelsea star Chuggs Wallis, including his Love Island past, and why you may have seen him on the streets of Chelsea before...

Who is Chuggs Wallace?

Chuggs Wallace first rose to fame on Love Island 2021, before joining the cast of Made In Chelsea in 2025. Opening up about what he'll be bringing to the show, Chuggs said, 'People definitely put me in the lad bracket, but when they meet me away from the bar, I'm a very caring, loyal person.

What is Chuggs' real name?

As mentioned (and as is Chelsea tradition) Chuggs isn't actually his real name. The star was born Oliver George Lee Wallis.

Opening up about his unusual nickname while appearing on Love Island, Chuggs - or should we say Oliver - told Sharon Gaffka that it's a name he's had since he was a child. 'It's my nickname, like a baby name,' he explained. 'Cuddles and hugs.' How sweet.

How old is Chuggs?

Born on 3 April 1998, Chuggs is now 28 years old. For our astrology fans, this makes him an ambitious and bold Aries.

Where is Chuggs from?

Chuggs was originally born in Weybridge, Surrey. He's described as growing up with 'two equally competitive brothers and a passion for rugby'.

Chuggs went to university in Oxford, studying Business Management at Oxford Brookes University, before making the move to London.

What does Chuggs do for work?

He's a busy man! Chuggs plays rugby for Reeds Weybridge, as well as owning his own business. Shortly after graduating, Chuggs spent his pandemic lockdown setting up Booby - an eco-friendly clothing brand selling customisable hats and sweatshirts. Named after the blue-footed bird from the Galapagos Islands, the business is now his full time job.

And Chuggs only has his friends to thank! It's been revealed that his close pals were the ones who encouraged him during a night out to keep making his monogrammed bucket hats. Never give up on your dreams!

When was Chuggs on Love Island?

Chuggs first entered the villa in 2021 for season seven of the show, when he was just 22 years old. He kickstarted his Love Island journey as a bombshell, joining the show on day four alongside Liam Reardon. While he initially set his sights on Faye Winter, things didn't quite go to plan. Chuggs was left single and dumped from the villa on day six, concluding his short but sweet Love Island journey.

Of course, he gave love another go earlier this year when appearing on Love Island All Stars. Describing himself as having 'grown and developed so much as a person,' Chuggs explained, 'I'm done with the single phase of my life. I'm just looking for that support network, vice verse with whoever I'm with, and to enter that next chapter.' Sadly, his second stint was no more successful than his first. He was voted least popular by the public alongside Tina Stinnes (who's had her own MIC history), with the pair then dumped.

Has Chuggs been on Made In Chelsea before?

It turns out Chuggs isn't entirely new to the world of MIC. He first appeared on the show prior to Love Island, having appeared on the show's speed-dating in 2019.

He also runs in the same social circles as many of our MIC favourites, classing Tristan Phipps and David 'Temps' Templer as his best friends. So while Chuggs might be new to the cast of Made in Chelsea, he certainly isn't new to their world.

These days, he can be found chasing after Liv Barker or hanging out with 'his Julesy' aka Jules Pollard.

What is Chuggs' Instagram?

You can follow him on Instagram @chuggswallis for rugby, travel, and plenty of Booby. That's not a metaphor.

Charlotte Roberts is a news and entertainment writer at Grazia UK. She spends her days covering everything celebrity, culture, and entertainment.

A 'lob' hair cut, that's a long bob for the uninitiated, is a perennial classic for a reason. Flattering on all, simple to style and with little upkeep required, this easy breezy look continues to reign supreme.

Loved by a whole host of A-listers, the lob has garnered two new celeb fans of late: Julia Roberts and Chrissy Teigen. Julia debuted a shoulder length wavey look courtesy of her longterm stylist Serge Normant while Chrissy sported a Scarface inspired sleek bob complete with fringe.

See their looks plus many more in the gallery below, and scroll down for your lob haircut 411.

Firstly, what is a lob haircut?

Lob = Long Bob. It falls anywhere between the bob and mid-length hairstyle categories, which conveniently means less salon visits, too.

How do I style a lob haircut?

The lob is just long enough that it doesn't restrict you from switching up your day-to-day look. There are plenty of hairstyles that you'll still be able to achieve once you've gone for the chop. From Olivia Palermo’s impossibly glossy locks to Jennifer Lawrence’s super-stylish lob, we’ve got the best examples of the hair trend all in one place.

What is the best lob haircuts for a round face?

General haircut wisdom will tell you that longer hair suits rounder faces; a lob is a flattering style that works on any face shape - softer than a blunt bob, it can be worn soft and layered or razor sharp and sleek.

How can I curl a lob haircut?

When it comes to styling your lob, we love soft beachy waves (a la Diane Kruger and Emma Stone), so tong your hair after drying and leave to cool before brushing out curls for more subtle movement throughout. Adding curls will also shorten your lob and inch or so, so it's great for maintaining that perfect lob haircut length in between trims.

Soft waves are also the most modern take on the lob haircut trend. To give your curls and waves a more natural, dishevelled vibe, brush out your locks and then sptiz hair throughout with a texturising spray like salt spray. Tip your head upside down and rub your hands through it to add extra volume. Do this whenever your locks fall a little flat.

If you want a glossy, sleek style, make like Olivia Palermo, Jennifer Lawrence and Rose Byrne and blow-dry your lob using a large round barrel brush and finish with a spritz of shine spray. Or try the slicked-back wet look a la Kim Kardashian.

And if you're still on the fence with a lob haircut, have you considered a classic bob?.

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‘We, especially women, don’t allow ourselves to age gracefully. We don’t allow other women to age gracefully.’ It’s a confronting statement from Cameron Diaz, from an interview which has recently resurfaced, but it’s one which still feels depressingly relevant today.

In an interview with the LA Review of Books in 2014, Cameron Diaz discussed her book, ‘The Body Book’, about what it means to be healthy and why she wants to change the way people – mainly women – approach ageing. We say ‘mainly women’ because men are not denied the right to age in the way that women are. They are not routinely criticised for their frown lines, called out for getting Botox, or pulled apart online when they talk about getting older. It’s something that happens to women, and it's something that women do to each other.

A clip from the interview has recently resurfaced on TikTok and – unsurprisingly – the comments reflect how little progress we have made. A lot of the comments on the viral video point out that it’s ‘easy for her to say’ that we shouldn’t touch our looks because she’s so ‘naturally beautiful’ anyway, but isn’t that just her point? Unfortunately, no woman is exempt from the illogical beauty standards that pull us in different directions on a daily basis. Women are allowed to age, sure, but only in a certain way that doesn’t feel affronting to anyone else. Then again, if women successfully hide all signs of ageing, they shouldn’t also dress younger than their age, because that’s tacky. Instead, they must tread the impossible line between maintaining ‘youthful’ beauty – taut, smooth skin, a toned body and coloured hair – and ageing in a way that’s deemed acceptable. Sadly, this is as true for celebrities as it is for everyone else.

In the clip Cameron goes on to say, ‘We feel like if we’re not how we were when we were 25 years old, if we don’t look the same, that we have failed in some way. We have not done our job by staying in a stagnant place. I always want to be changing and I always want to be getting older. I always want to be getting wise. That, to me, is a privilege.’

She then points out: ‘Not everybody gets to do it. The only alternative is that you’re dead.’ It may sound curt, but it’s probably not something we give enough thought. Ageing is something that everyone should appreciate as a sign that they are still alive. And if we all hate our appearances and focus on the negatives now, when we’re at our youngest, then we have a long, long road ahead. (If we’re lucky).

What’s particularly alarming is that one commenter admits, ‘I’m 23 and feel like I’m old and I’m terrified. There’s no reason anyone should feel that way.’ In the original video, Cameron Diaz, now 51, was 43. Today, there are girls 20 years younger than she was describing the same feelings of inadequacy. This comment doesn’t exist in isolation either. There is a rising trend of age anxiety amongst women in their teens and early 20s on TikTok – women who have grown up with social media, face tuning and are targeted by anti-ageing products and trends before they even hit puberty. If 23-year-olds are worried about being old, when will it ever end?

That’s why the simple act of ageing has become somewhat revolutionary. For anyone, particularly those in the public eye, to embrace it is still something to behold. Take Pamela Anderson, whose ‘no make-up era’ started in September 2023 when she attended The Row show in Paris without a scrap of make-up on and it sent the internet crazy. The former Playboy model chose to bare her natural (and still incredibly beautiful) face, and it made headline news.

Speaking to Allure she said, ‘It wasn’t a political statement, I just wanted to have my little weird face sticking out of the top of those great clothes. […] My intention is to accept where you are in your beauty journey.’

If anyone knows what it’s like to be at the mercy of other people’s beauty ideals, it’s Pamela. She added, ‘I’ve tried Botox, I’ve tried filler, but I haven’t had anything like that for over three or four years. […] I look like a different person… and I thought why am I doing this shit? So I’m free and clear of that stuff and I look like myself again.’

While she has been praised for embracing her natural self, Pamela’s choice shocked a lot of people. And still does. In June, she posted a make-up free video of her skincare routine, and the comment section is, again, unsurprisingly disappointing. Someone commented, ‘Sorry, she still needs some mascara or something to bring her eyes out.’  Another wrote, ‘Wtf??, are you 80 years old???’ Another added, ‘Sucks to get old, huh?’ Pamela is 57 – it’s possible we’ve got to a point where we can’t even fully grasp what different ages look like.

Let’s not forget, those who take a different route are chastised as well. Jennifer Aniston, for example, faces a daily torrent of abuse for her changing face. Following tabloid reports that she’d had a $50,000 face lift, the Friends star has been called ‘puffy’, ‘a freak’ and had people ask, ‘what on earth has she done to her face?????’

The same thing happened to Meg Ryan, 62, who was deemed ‘unrecognisable’ by tabloids when she attended a documentary screening in New York last summer. Immediately, a spate of articles questioning what surgery she’d had done and how different she looked followed. To the interest or benefit of whom?

This is quite simply not something that happens to men in even remotely the same way. Men aren’t interrogated about their appearance or asked if their decision not to dye their grey hair is a political statement. Men don’t lose out on roles because of their age, because it’s not thought of as important. In a Vulture study about the age of female leads cast opposite men in their 40s and 50s, it found that even the oldest male actors are rarely paired with women their own age – or even women older than their mid-30s. ‘Instead, you get 57-year-old Denzel Washington paired off with 35-year-old Rebecca Hall. Or 50-year-old Tom Cruise with 33-year-old Olga Kurylenko. Or 50-year-old Steve Carell with 29-year-old Olivia Wilde,’ it reads. And people have the audacity to question why women want to look younger.

Resisting this toxic and pervasive idea that women aren’t allowed to age is something that, sadly, we must all do together. We must resist it on a personal level, and we must resist it when we’re judging other women. It’s really a waste of everyone’s time – time, as Cameron rightly points out, that we’re lucky to have.

Nikki Peach is a writer at Grazia UK, covering TV, celebrity interviews, news and features.

Netflix’s Owning Manhattan may focus on the high-stakes world of luxury NYC real estate, but it’s the agents’ off-camera lives that often deliver the biggest plot twists. Case in point: Jade Shenker, whose marriage has become a hot topic among fans of the reality TV show.

When real estate powerhouse Jade first appeared in season one, her relationship with husband Matthew Denham seemed rock solid. The pair appeared together multiple times, with Matt playing the role of supportive spouse as he cheered Jade on from the sidelines. To viewers - and their friends and family - they looked every bit the polished couple.

But as it turns out, not everything was as picture-perfect as those Manhattan listings on Jade's roster. The reality star later revealed that she had discovered Matt had been unfaithful, a revelation that sent shockwaves through the show’s fanbase.

With season two landing on Netflix earlier this month, Jade isn't shying away from putting her personal life into the spotlight. Her relationship status has very much become part of the Owning Manhattan conversation, and she's been more than happy to address it. Taking to social media, Jade has been keeping fans firmly in the loop - hinting that her single era might be her most exciting yet.

What happened between Matt Denham and Jade Shenker? Here's their relationship - and their split - explained.

When did Jade Shenker and Matt Denham marry?

Jade married businessman Matt - who started his own company in 2019 - sometime around 2018/2019, having mentioned both dates during a video. The couple were married for around five years before Jade uncovered that Matt had been unfaithful.

In one video posted to Instagram, Jade showed fans the process of 'destroying' her wedding dress for the Netflix premiere party. Saying she wanted to 'turn this heartbreak into high fashion and give it a new life, like I gave myself,' the reality star wrote, 'After my breakup I thought I would never use this again. But when deciding what to wear for our premiere party, I wanted to wear something that really meant something to me. So I took my wedding dress, and got it tailored and redesigned.'

What happened between Jade Shenker and Matt Denham?

Jade revealed on the Netflix show that Matt had cheated on her multiple times, later revealing on TikTok that a DM from a woman 'saved her life.'

In one video posted back in June 2024, Jade said, 'About 16 months ago, I found out that my husband was cheating on me. We were literally the couple that was like the perfect couple. Honestly, it was like that, which is kind of crazy to look at now.

Recalling the story online, Jade alleged that her ex had been on a night out with his friends. During the middle of the night, she woke up to an Instagram message request from a woman who claimed that Matt had 'made out with her' and 'asked her to go home with him.'

'Pretty much I get a DM from a girl, God bless her,' Jade explained. 'I got a DM from her saying that she'd met my husband.'

Jade went on to explain that the couple talked it through, in which Jade requested her then-husband get a therapist, a personal trainer, and that she also wanted to take his card shopping to buy a Birkin bag.

Two days after the incident, the couple decided to have a 'real conversation.' 'He came clean about all the times he cheated on me,' Jade alleged. 'Everything throughout the course of our relationship was a lie. I didn't want our friends to hate him. I didn't financially support myself, so there was that aspect. It was just a lot.'

In fact, finances were an aspect of her split that Jade touched on when appearing on the First Wives Club podcast. Recalling the moment she learnt about her husband's infidelity, the Owning Manhattan star explained, 'I don't think I even thought about how I felt [in that moment.] I just went to like, okay, I want you to write on a piece of paper that if I decide to leave, I could do whatever I want. If I want to invest in a company, I want you to say that you're willing to invest $1million.'

'I was so livid, and I was like, I'm going to 100% protect myself in every single case because I don't know who you are.'

It appears that Matt hasn't publicly commented on their split.

Are Jade Shenker and Matt Denham divorced? Everything the Owning Manhattan star has said about her split

In the last update online, it seems divorce proceedings are underway between Jade Shenker and Matt Denham. In February 2024, Jade left their shared home in the Hamptons to move into her own pad in the Upper West Side. Opening up about her life post-split, Jade told her TikTok followers, 'What's crazy is that I have not been single since I was 19 years old. I just turned 28. That's almost 10 years.'

And while Matt and Jade no longer seem to interact much publicly, the star has previously sent well wishes her ex-husband's way. When asked by Shoutout Miami about the people in her life who deserve credit and recognition, Jade mentioned her parents and her boss,Ryan Serhant, as well as her former husband. She explained, 'My ex husband, Matt Denham, who (despite everything that happened) was someone who taught me so much.'

Charlotte Roberts is a writer at Grazia UK, specialising in SEO. She spends her days covering everything celebrity, culture, and entertainment - from film review roundups to cast explainers.

MAFS UK star Jay Howard has opened up about her split from Luke Worley in an exclusive interview with Grazia, admitting that had they gone the distance in the experiment, there is a possibility they would still be together.

'From my perspective, if we did have the chance to go through the whole experiment together, we would have been a lot stronger. I don't think that we would have split up and things might be different,' she admits.

Sparks flew between Lancashire-based Jay and Essex boy Luke at the altar, and their connection grew stronger week after week. But their journey on the E4 show was cut short when Luke was removed from the process following a physical altercation with co-star Jordan Gayle - and show rules meant that Jay had to leave with him.

'It was very unfortunate that we left when we did,' Jay says, 'but it was bittersweet at the same time. At that point, we'd kind of had enough anyway because it is a bit toxic when you're in there. You do get consumed by the whole experiment. It's literally your life for three months. When you do get "put back out" into the normal world, it takes a long time to adjust back.'

After leaving the experiment, Jay, 32 and Luke, 31, gave their marriage a shot on the 'outside world', even going on a ten-day holiday to Cyprus away from the cameras, which she calls 'the break they needed'.

It is sad that it didn't work out.

But eventually, a breakdown in communication, the over 240-mile distance between them and lack of mutual effort contributed to them parting ways. Speaking after the emotional dinner party scenes aired - when the rest of the group discovered they were no longer a couple - Jay admits to Grazia that she still has a lot of feelings for her ex.

She says, 'I'm so grateful that I met him - I shared that experience with him. It is sad that it didn't work out, but it is what it is. We still speak and we are very supportive of each other. I'll never speak badly about him, because he was my rock throughout the entire thing and he's built my confidence up.'

Elsewhere, Jay confirms that she is civil with both Jordan and his wife Erica Roberts, despite the former 'not being her favourite person'. However Luke - who took issue with Jordan's 'meddling' in their marriage - is not on speaking terms with his fellow TV groom.

Of the tussle between Luke and Jordan, sales manager Jay says, 'It's still a bit of a touchy subject between those two, to be fair. It did blow out of proportion to what it should have been at the time, but when you're in there and it's that intense, emotions do run very high. Everything is amplified.'

Jay - who was born without part of her left arm - has seen her Instagram following climb to 164,000 since her stint on the popular reality TV show. Her DMs have been filled with messages from people who are also living with a missing limb, or parents whose children are.

'The amount of love and support that I've been receiving is unreal,' she admits. 'I never thought that I was an inspirational person at all - I'm just Jay from Accrington. Yeah, I've got a disability, but I've never let that define me as a person. I feel honoured that people are looking up to me as an inspiration and saying that they wish that they had more confidence like [me].'

Life is just about to get busier for Jay. After fans found it 'refreshing' to see her disability portrayed on screen, she will be working with Reach, the UK’s leading limb difference charity for young people.

Calling the opportunity phenomenal, Jay - who will also be presenting an accolade and performing a song at next month's Inclusive Awards - explains, 'I want to help people as much as I possibly can. We shouldn't have to feel ashamed or embarrassed of the way that we look because we've been born with a limb difference or any kind of disability.

'It's hard growing up as a kid. But if I can just shed a little bit of light on embracing and learning to love yourself, then I'll be really happy.'

Post MAFS UK, Jay does not put herself in the famous bracket - 'I'm just a normal person!' - and is simply taking life day by day.

'The rest of the year, I'm just open to receiving. Any doors that are open for me, or anything that I can do to help and put a positive impact on society, especially in the disability community, I will be honoured and grateful,' she says.

Keep up to date with Jay on Instagram @Jay_Howard.

Wiping tears from her face as she watched her Big Little Lies co-star Nicole Kidman give a moving speech about domestic violence, Reese Witherspoon was visibly overcome with emotion. She later described her night at the 69th Emmy Awards in LA (where the HBO series took home five trophies) as

‘a dream’. But a mere 24 hours later, she found herself embroiled in a nightmare.

The following day, it was reported that Reese’s ex-husband, actor Ryan Phillippe, 43, had been accused of physically attacking his then-girlfriend, model Elsie Hewitt, 21, during an altercation at his home on 4 July, and had been served with a $1 million domestic abuse lawsuit.

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According to the shocking online report, Elsie alleged to police at the time that Ryan ‘hit’, ‘kicked’, ‘punched’, and ‘threw [me] down a flight of stairs, causing visible injuries to legs, back, arms, shoulder and face’. Pictures of Elsie – who’d gone to Ryan’s home with a friend to retrieve her belongings – showed cuts and bruises across her body. One eyewitness, who was with the couple

on the night of the alleged altercation, claimed, ‘Ryan picked her up like a baby and tossed her down the stairs.’

Ryan vehemently denies any form of abuse against Elsie and defended himself in a statement on Twitter the following day. A spokesperson for the LAPD also confirmed that the police have closed the criminal investigation against Ryan and are not pressing any charges.

But by then the alarming details in his ex-girlfriend’s civil lawsuit had sent tremors through Hollywood, felt most notably by Reese, 41, with whom he has two children, Deacon Reese Phillippe, 13, and Ava Elizabeth Phillippe, 18.

‘Reese was incredibly disturbed by the details,’ an insider close to the actress – who split from Ryan in 2006 after seven years of marriage – told Grazia.

‘She was aware of the July incident and that the police had dropped all charges against Ryan, but didn’t know about this lawsuit, or that it would be surfacing just a day after the Emmys. She was understandably distressed and upset by it. Close friends say she’s been standing by Ryan’s statement on the matter privately.’

In details that mirror the emotional and physical abuse suffered by Big Little Lies’ character Celeste Wright (played by Kidman) at the hands of her husband Perry (Alexander Skarsgård), London- born Elsie claimed in court documents that Ryan had exhibited jealousy since they first began dating in April. She added that he’d allegedly become ‘unhinged as a result of his drug and alcohol abuse’ throughout their relationship, and during the incident at his home claimed he ‘grabbed [my] upper arm so tightly that his grip left heavy bruises on my arm hours later’.

In his statement, Ryan said he was ‘saddened and disgusted by the false allegations’ claiming that ‘at the time these allegations were initially made,

I fully cooperated with law enforcement and a thorough investigation was conducted.’ He continued in his statement, ‘As a man raised by women

in a household where women’s rights and advocacy were very much at the forefront, I am sickened that my name can be found in any article where domestic violence of any kind is being alleged. Every one

of my accuser’s allegations is false.’

Shortly before posting his statement, Ryan’s ex- fiancée, Paulina Slagter, who he dated from 2011 to 2016, tweeted the cryptic message ‘when there’s smoke...’ before quickly deleting it. TMZ then revealed that Paulina had filed a harassment report against the actor in March last year after he allegedly sent her a series of ‘aggressive’ text messages (none of which contained threats of violence), but she later dropped the charges.

Our insider adds that Reese, who once served as an ambassador for beauty brand Avon’s efforts to help victims of domestic violence, has been torn apart by the allegations, having long been a passionate advocate in raising awareness on the issue.

‘Reese has been vocal about domestic violence in her charity work and most recently producing Big Little Lies. For her to be personally connected to this case has left her feeling utterly distraught

and heartbroken,’ the insider explains. Speaking at a conference for the Global Network of Women’s Shelters in 2012, Reese revealed that she had even educated her children Ava and Deacon (then 12 and eight) on the subject, saying, ‘We talk about domestic violence and what that means. Although the concept is somewhat foreign to them, they’re starting to understand that this happens to families in our country and all throughout the world.’

Reese added that both her children were familiar with the high-profile felony assault by Chris Brown on Rihanna in February 2009, and now insiders

tell Grazia that she has been forced to have similar discussions with her children about their father.

We’re told, ‘Reese is willing to stand by Ryan should she need to testify, and has said that she has never seen him display any violence. But it’s been incredibly painful for her to explain this to their children. She’s been desperately trying to protect them from reading anything online or finding out any unnecessary details.’

However, that hasn’t stopped Reese from becoming increasingly concerned about Ryan’s well-documented party lifestyle, which has been hinted at in

the case. In her lawsuit, Elsie – who was pictured arriving at Gatwick Airport last Wednesday – alleges that Ryan has been ‘repeatedly abusing a panoply of legal and illegal drugs, including without limitation: cocaine, ecstasy, psychedelic mushrooms and steroids’, that have ultimately led to ‘mood swings and bouts of anger’. Ryan denies all the claims.

‘Reese has found herself at a crossroad in her family life with these allegations,’ our insider adds. ‘There is no way she can completely overlook any of this and now the accusations have come to light she’s having to think seriously about her next steps. Right now, she’s praying that Ryan’s innocence will be accepted and they can move forward and get through this as a family. But she’s worried that this could turn ugly for everyone involved.’

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The fourth and final series of Sex Education was released to Netflix on Friday. As expected, the latest offering of the show was powerful, heartfelt and informative, giving a voice to individuals who don’t often see themselves reflected on screen. One emotional storyline that series four of Sex Education really dug into, was Cal’s (Dua Saleh) pictured above - who identifies as non-binary – transitioning process. As they struggle with their physical body not matching up with how they feel about themselves, viewers were privy to the emotional turmoil that they experienced, and it’s led many viewers to continue the discussion of non-binary identity offscreen. And none of that would be possible without the work of Shay Patten Walker.

Who is Shay Patten Walker?

Shay Patten Walker was a trans activist who worked as Sex Education’s gender story consultant on series four, who sadly died by suicide at the age of 24 last year. Viewers of Sex Education may have noticed that episode five of series four paid tribute to Shay.

In turns out, that without them, the transgender characters of Cal, Abbi (Anthony Lexa) and Roman (Felix Mufti) wouldn’t have been nearly so well developed, nor so authentic.

And Shay – who studied at the Univeristy of Greenwich - didn’t just work their magic on Sex Education, they were also a major voice for trans rights and worked with TransActual – a charity that aims to reduce the spread of misinformation about the trans community in order to educate and eradicate transphobia.

Below is one of the tributes friends and colleagues paid to Shay following their death in February 2022.

Shay was clearly a force for good in the world, with many accolades to their name including speaking at the 2021 Generation Equality Forum - a global gathering for gender equality, working with organisations like Gendered Intelligence - a charity that works to increase understandings of gender diversity and improve the lives of trans people - and UK Black Pride as well as serving as a voice actor for a black non-binary video game character.

Ever wanted to get your nipples pierced but not sure what to expect? Want to know how much they hurt and how much they actually cost? There are a plethora of questions that surround the prospect of getting a piecing whether that be multiple, stackable ear piercings, the ever-cool nose piercing or the tongue piercing. Nipples in particular require some thought, thanks to their sensitive nature. So before you consider getting your nipple pierced à la Rihanna, Bella Hadid and Kendall Jenner, make sure you know all the facts, do your research and visit a reputable piercing shop with a professional piercer. Here's everything you need to know about nipple piercing.

Do nipple piercings hurt?

Bad news if you’re a piercing veteran, it’s NOTHING like any other body modification. The nipples are packed with nerve endings which makes the area ultra-sensitive. Imagine that nice feeling when your other half gently caresses your nipples (some lucky ladies can even orgasm this way) and swap those gentle hands for a solid metallic jab of metal. It’s a strange type of pain that some people might enjoy if they’re so way inclined, but for most of us, it won’t exactly be a walk in the park. The only bonus is that it’s over very quickly.

The piercing can be less painful for some and it all depends on how sensitive your nipples are. The pain you feel only lasts a short time while getting the piercing, however many feel pain for a few days after having it done. While the piercing is healing, it can be painful if you catch it on something - the same as any other piercing.

Head Piercer at Laura Bond, Sarah Crowe, says 'The pain involved in a nipple piercing will vary with each individual. Seeking a reputable piercer will definitely help with this. The pain feels more like a dull pressure than a sharp pain and should only last a few seconds.'

What happens when you get your nipple pierced

Crowe explains, 'Nipple piercings are performed at the base of the nipple. They can be pierced vertically, at an angle but most commonly horizontally and should only be performed by a licensed professional with a single use sterile needle. As with any other piercing, they should either be performed with titanium or 14k or 18k gold jewellery. These options are nickel-free and safe to wear in the body at all times. A slightly longer barbell at no thinner than 14 gauge is the best option for the initial piercing to allow for swelling and to minimise movement.'

As you've probably gauged, the area is sensitive so caution is advised. Manager of Underground Tattoos, Jamie Kelly, explains, 'it’s very important to avoid the areola so accurate marking is crucial to avoid complications, clamps are used to hold the position for the piercing and we use a 1.6 needle for this piercing'. It's important to note that the piercing should be placed in the nipple itself and not the areola (the coloured patch of skin around the nipple) as this will cause issues when the nipple retracts making the piercing sink into the skin, Kelly adds.

Despite what you may think (and hope), the area isn't numbed before piercing. 'While you technically can numb your nipple using a topical aesthetic, we do not recommend it as it is possible for the substance to be carried through the perforation by equipment while the piercing is being performed,' says Crowe. 'The best way to deal with any piercing is by taking nice deep breaths. Your piercer will talk you through everything and even tell you when to breathe!'

After your piercing is performed, your piercer will more than likely apply a mepore dressing to cover your new nipple piercing. This will keep it clean and protected. As for the best clothing to wear immediately after the procedure, Crowe advises wearing anything light coloured incase there is any bleeding and most of all, 'make sure you wear something comfortable and not too tight.'

Do you lose feeling in your nipple after piercing?

When safely and properly placed, the jewellery worn in your nipple piercing can stimulate the nerve endings, increasing sensitivity. However, this varies from person to person, and the amount the sensitivity increases will never be the same between two people. That said, 'some people do describe a loss of sensation as they “get used to” their piercings. Their nipples are not as sensitive as they became after they were first pierced and they have become only as sensitive as they were before being pierced,' Crowe illuminates. If you experience anything that isn’t normal to you or that the piercer hasn’t discussed then, as always, contact them.

How long do nipple piercings take to heal?

For the first week or two, you’ll be instructed to keep it covered and to avoid soaking it in the bath in order to keep your piercing away from harmful bacteria. Try and resist the temptation to show it off to your friends until the healing process is complete.

'Everyone heals at different times and these particularly can take 6-12 months plus to heal. It is always a good idea to make a check up appointment with your piercer 2-3 months after your piercing to check if it is ready to be downsized. This involves changing the bar for something slightly smaller, to reduce risk of catching and help aid healing. When it is fully healed then a ring can be worn if preferred,' says Crowe.

As long as you clean it twice a day with a salt water solution (or saline solution), then you shouldn’t have any problems. In the meantime it’s important to keep it clean and avoid getting it caught on your clothes. This makes saucy lacy lingerie a bit of a risk. If you’re going to a music festival or on holiday, be extra careful when it comes to keeping it clean and free from infection. Skipping out is seriously not worth the risk.

Everyone's nipple is different of course, but it is likely you will get a tiny scar (I mean come on, it has had a bar rammed through it!). A lot of people find that when they remove their piercing, they get a teeny bubble where the bar went in and out. To combat this it is recommended to massage skin-friendly oils (think jojoba, bio or baby oil) into the scarred area.

Can you breastfeed with nipple piercings?

You can still breastfeed, but you’ll have to negotiate your piercings when the time comes. Some woman switch to bars and simply take them out when it’s baby’s dinner time, only to slip them back in once they’re all fed. GP and Cosmetic Doctor, Dr Sonia Khorana says, 'The scar tissue certainly doesn’t prevent you from breastfeeding. The piercing can be a choking hazard and needs to be removed to allow the baby to latch properly.'

'Nipple piercings should not affect breastfeeding if they are pierced safely but jewellery should be removed when feeding to avoid a choking hazard and to allow the baby to latch properly. There may be an increase in milk flow through your piercing channel and you may experience some leakage in between feeds,' Crowe points out.

How to clean nipple piercing

Cleaning is of the upmost importance when helping to prevent the development of infections in a new piercing. Kelly, says, 'we would suggest a pre made saline solution twice a day and to avoid twisting the jewellery, it’s important not to go swimming for 2-3 weeks after getting them pierced as this can increase the risk of infection.'

Crowe agrees and adds, once cleaned they should be 'dried thoroughly with clean kitchen roll or unwoven gauze. Then they should be left alone! No twisting, no turning and not letting anyone else touch them.'

She also states, to make sure your piercing doesn’t become infected, it is very important to avoid touching (or playing with) them with dirty hands, thoroughly drying them after cleaning and making sure any clothing, bedding and towels that come into contact with your piercing are kept clean.  Always check with your piercer if you think you may have an infection and if this is the case, they will refer you to your GP.

Are nipple piercings safe?

The obvious dangers are that you may get an infection. Dr Khorana weighs, 'It’s important to remember that is an invasive procedure which can carry health risks (such as infections) and should always be undertaken by an experienced and qualified practitioner, after informed discussion. Piercing the wrong spot can cause issues with breastfeeding in the future and even permanent damage to the areola or nerve damage. You could also be left with scar tissue around your nipple if you ever chose to take the ring out.'

While she points out that infections should be rare if done in a sterile environment, they can still happen and bleeding can also occur. If you notice that your breast starts to swell or there is a tender bump, lump or you’re experiencing pain on the inside of your breast or in your armpit, Dr Khorana advises you should remove the piercing immediately and seek medical attention straight away. 'You may need oral antibiotics depending on the severity of the infection. You might notice temperatures and there is a risk of sepsis if early infection isn’t treated on time.'

Kelly adds, 'They are safe if done correctly and they shouldn’t have any issues healing. It is super important to pierce them correctly as piercing the wrong spot can cause issues with breastfeeding in the future and permanent damage to the areola, they can get infected by not cleaning them every day and it’s important to have clean bras on all the time to avoid bacteria building up.'

'The most common issues are infection and bleeding which can occur shortly after piercing and can continue even months after the piercing, it can also cause scar tissue and nerve damage.'

They can also scab, like any other piercing. But if you are worried about excess scabbing, you should contact your body piercer as a first port of call. More often than not, however, they will tell you to speak to a GP if they think the infection requires urgent attention.

Signs of nipple piercing infection

Nipple piercings are at risk of infection if they have been performed poorly, in a non sterile environment or if you don’t follow your piercer’s aftercare instructions properly.

• Sensitivity or pain

• Extreme heat in the area

• Swelling, lump and tender feeling inside breast

• Smelly, yellow or green pus secretion (not to be confused with the normal straw coloured fluid known as lymph which will occur in normal healing)

• Body aches

• Fever

• Rash

• Fatigue

• Redness

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How do I remove my nipple piercing?

Most piercings are fitted with screw ball bars and hoops. It may take a little bit of time to initially remove it, but the important thing to remember is 'they can be removed with clean hands by unscrewing one of the balls on either side of the bar and gently removing the bar, I would suggest cleaning the area down after removal. This piercing does tend to close up very fast and anymore then 2-3 days without jewellery, it will have closed up,' says Kelly.

If you’re struggling, then simply pop in and see your piercer and ask them to remove it for you – they’ve dealt with these fiddly little things loads of times before.

How much do nipple piercings cost?

Depending on the piercing studio, it can cost anywhere between £25-£50. The average price is usually around £40 but can be more expensive depending on the jewellery you choose. If you plan on getting both your nipples pierced, you can normally negotiate a 2-for-1 offer, but they may ask you to pay before the piercing, which means you CAN’T chicken out!

How old do you have to be to get your nipples pierced?

There are no real legal age limits for most general piercings, other than genital piercings (which must not be performed on under 18s), that said most studios set their own age restrictions in line with the council in their area and depending where you are in the UK you need to be aged between 16-18 to receive a piercing.

According to the West Yorkshire Police, 'performing genital or nipple piercing on someone under the age of 16 could be considered an offence.'  In Wales, it is illegal to perform nipple piercings on anyone under the age of 18.

How to choose your piercer

Choosing the correct piercer will help to prevent a host of potential issues, from incorrect piercing placement to preventing infections. When selecting your piercer Crowe advises ensuring they are a licensed professional. Do some research when seeking out your piercer, check out websites and social media and have a look at reviews and portfolios. Word of mouth, previous experiences are always a good way to ensure you find the piercer who is right for your procedure and will make the whole process as comfortable as possible. When you find a piercer you would like to book in with, don’t be scared to ask lots of questions first. If they can’t answer these or are reluctant to do so, then avoid at all costs.

Sameeha Shaikh is Grazia UK's Beauty Writer, working across all categories to bring you insights on the latest trends, industry news and the products you need to know about, viral or not (most probably viral).

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Despite calling it quits sixteen years ago, Pete Doherty and Kate Moss's tumultuous relationship is never far from the spotlight.

The pair dated between 2005 and 2007, when Pete was at the height of his fame as the frontman for rock band The Libertines. At the time, many saw their relationship is the epitomy of the worrying 'heroin chic' aesthetic of the early noughties.

There has been lots of speculation in the tabloid press around the reason for their split, and now Pete has added fuel to the fire in a recent interview. On last night’s episode of Louis Theroux Interviews, Pete gave Louis a tour of his ‘Atelier’ – a room housing memorabilia from his career – and revealed one of the things that put him off Kate Moss (clue - it’s probably not what you think.)

Pete explained how he had recently seen Kate in a Coca Cola advert, before admitting how it was a reminder of why his feelings towards her changed. ‘I saw her in a Coca Cola ad the other day,' he said, mimicking the model's south London accent. 'Coca Cola. That's what she'd say in the morning, to her assistant, and then I learnt Donald Trump does the same thing and it put me off a bit.'

'What, drinking Coke?' asked Louis.

'Well, ordering it from her assistant all the time,' he replied.

Kate has been the face of Diet Coke for two years, returning in 2023 with a new campaign called ‘Diet Coke by Kate Moss, Love What You Love.’ When asked at the launch how she felt about her new role, Kate reportedly alluded to her wild party days in her response, commenting ‘Well, I have always loved coke.’

In the interview, Pete also revealed how he still had one of Kate’s personalised suitcases, embossed with the words 'Kate Moss – Do Not Touch.' On noticing the personalised branding, Louis said ‘That caught my eye.’ Pete replied, ‘Oh my God, and mine,’ continuing ‘It’s an old suitcase that had loads of stuff in it. I hadn't opened it for ages and bang! When I opened it, do not touch. It is quite a strange thing to have on your suitcase.'

Inside the case, Pete finds an old photo of himself posing alongside a collage of Kate at the National Portrait Gallery. 'You're starting to make me look like I've got this locker full of Kate Moss memories or something,' he joked. 'That's complete chance.'

This isn’t the first time Pete has reflected on his relationship with Kate. In his memoir A Likely Lad, Pete wrote that there was 'not really one specific incident that caused them to split,' stating 'our worlds were not really compatible in the end.' But he also added ‘Kate didn’t go to crack dens. She never had an interest in all that, and, if I’m honest, that’s why we broke up.’ At the time of their relationship, Pete was battling with an ongoing heroin and coke addiction, which had forced him to leave The Libertines in 2004.

Pete's life now is worlds away from those days. He has been in a stable relationship with the filmmaker Katia de Vidas since 2012 and the couple married in a secret ceremony in September 2021. Earlier this year, he announced the birth of their child, Billie-May, in a Twitter post. In 2021, he told The Sun he's doing more sleeping, eating French cheese, and drinking water since moving to Normandy in France. 'For years and years, I would stay up for five or six days and then I would sleep for 24 hours, so now I love sleep,' he said. 'At the moment I’m quite clean. I stopped taking heroin and ketamine.'

What happened between Kate Moss and Pete Doherty?

At the height of their fame, Pete and Kate were the ultimate Indie couple. Pete, then 25, met Kate at her 31st birthday party, and they initially tried to keep their relationship under wraps from the press. In his memoir, Pete writes how they would meet ‘for the night, or for a couple of hours’ without telling anyone. One week after meeting, they got matching tattoos. They tied the knot in a Buddhist ceremony on a beach in Thailand in 2007. The wedding had no legal standing in the UK but the pair were reportedly planning on making things official later down the line.

However, it quickly became a relationship defined by turbulence. Describing how the relationship came to an end, Pete wrote ‘It became a running battle, really, that relationship,’ continuing ‘It was always the same, for all those years: highs and then crushing, violent lows. It was not sustainable.’

He describes a series of incidents, including accidentally setting off a panic alarm in Kate’s bedroom, which prompted 12 armed police officers to turn up at the door. He also described how Kate ‘desecrated’ one of his guitars, adding ‘Then she covered this teddy bear of mine, called Pandy, in petrol and set him alight – it’s not funny. I used to carry him round London with me.’ Kate and Pete broke up in July 2007 following his failed stint at rehab in Arizona.

Despite their ups and downs, Pete admits that he loved Kate, writing 'We were attracted to each other. I really loved her and I knew she loved me – there was just all this messiness in between us, with all her chaos and my chaos.’

Kate has remained mostly silent about her relationship with Pete. However, in a 2012 interview she told The Mirror ‘I wish I’d never met him. He’s a user in every sense of the word.’

A new crime drama has just dropped on the BBC, and it features a stellar all-Welsh cast as well as some breathtaking scenery. The One That Got Away— which was directed by Sion Ifan, who worked on S4C drama series Y Goleudy— is a six-part series which was shot and released in October 2024 under the name Cleddau.

The show follows two ex-lovers, DI Ffion Lloyd (Elen Rhys, The Mallorca Files) and DS Rick Sheldon (Richard Harrington, Hinterland), who are tasked with identifying the killer of a young nurse. Her body is found in the woodlands in west Wales, and the case is eerily similar to one the pair worked on years ago, forcing them to consider the possibility of a copycat killer— or maybe even a wrongful conviction. The pair must solve the case while working through their own complex relationship.

The show’s writer Catherine Tregenna — who also worked on Law & Order UK, Lewis, Doctor Who, Casualty and DCI Banks— describes the show as ‘a forensic analysis of a love affair.’

The One That Got Away, which is set in Pembrokeshire, was filmed in south Wales and Pembroke Dock. Specifically, a lot of the show was shot in the area surrounding River Cleddau, including the Cleddau Bridge.

Catherine Tregenna said the area used for filming is one of her favourite places. ‘Artists are drawn there from all over the world,’ she noted, adding she believed the show's artistic directors had done the area ‘justice.’

Catherine also hopes that the show will showcase Wales's ‘beautiful and bleak’ landscape. After shooting the show in Welsh, Catherine said, ‘I speak it somewhat fluently, but I haven't quite mastered the mutations.’

Welsh actress Elen Rhys who stars as DI Ffion Lloyd was thrilled to return to Wales for the shoot. She said, ‘Coming home to Wales to film was a joy – immersing myself in everything Welsh. The talented, close-knit crew worked together so well, making it a truly lovely and extraordinary experience. I felt so lucky.’

The show has already been raking in rave reviews, and is a must-watch for any fan of gritty crime-dramas.

Sarah O'Byrne is a writer for Grazia, heat, Closer, Yours, Bella and Crime Monthly. She works primarily on celebrity and entertainment news.

If they wanted to make a spectacle, they’ve surely succeeded – scroll through social media after the 2025 Grammy Awards last night and all you’ll see is commentary about Bianca Censori’s nude stunt on the red carpet.

Censori, who married rapper Kanye West in December 2022, wore a fully sheer mini dress to the biggest Hollywood event of the year, at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles. She arrived at the venue in a fur coat, before removing it to pose completely nude on the red carpet. West, on the other hand, wore a simple black ensemble t-shirt and trousers with black sunglasses.

Of course, it’s nowhere near the first time Censori has stunned in a nearly naked outfit in public. In fact, since marrying West, she’s regularly spotted at events with her breasts and bum exposed – this time, however, was the first her genitalia was visible.

Undoubtedly, it’s caused controversy not just for the mere act of being nude, but for the role nudity plays in her relationship with West. Censori did not previously have a history of shocking nude stunts prior to her highly publicised marriage to the rapper.

Some question whether he plays an uncomfortably large role in these stunts – and according to lip readers on the red carpet, that may have been confirmed with West’s subtle message to his wife as the pair were being photographed.

According to Nicola Hickling, who interpreted of a video of Censori and West on the red carpet for the Mirror US, West can be lipread saying to Censori 'Make a scene, I'll say it'll make so much sense… Drop it behind you and then turn…You're making a scene now… I got you.’

Censori appears to respond to each directive with a nod, before allegedly replying ‘Alright, let’s go,’ before the pair leave the red carpet.

West and Censori have not made public statements about the stunt, or what lip readers allege about their interaction on the red carpet. However, West has posted pictures of the pair in their outfits, 13 in fact, on X.

While reports swirled that West and Censori were kicked out of the Grammy Awards due to the stunt, those are as yet unconfirmed. Some claim they were led out by police officers, but West and Censori were seen leaving in a silver chrome car shortly after they arrived. Either way, the night ended early for the duo – but we’re sure this stunt will reverberate for a long time.

SkinCeuticals has earned its place as one of the pioneers of skincare. Its C E Ferulic Vitamin C Serum, for example, has amassed reams of fans across the globe, including dermatologists who are quick to lend their name to the brand. And now, says Dr Wassim Taktouk, Aesthetic Doctor at the Taktouk Clinic, a new launch is set to reach star status. ‘SkinCeuticals new A.G.E. Interrupter Ultra Serum is a leap in anti-ageing skincare,’ he says. The serum, which is triple-patented and clinically backed, is already making waves. But what exactly makes this new launch so exciting? ‘Glycation is the natural process that accelerates visible signs of ageing, breaking down collagen. This serum is an ideal option for my patients wanting an at-home treatment to improve the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, and elasticity.’ Here’s why SkinCeuticals A.G.E. Interrupter Ultra Serum is set to become your new summer favourite.

What does the SkinCeuticals A.G.E. Interrupter Ultra Serum do?

In short? Quite a lot- though that won’t exactly surprise brand devotees. The serum is inspired by collagen-stimulating treatments like ultrasound, which can help achieve a more lifted look. It works by flooding the skin with active ingredients - including a high concentration of 30% Proxylane and 4.6% Wild Fruit Flavonoids, known for their ability to reduce the appearance of wrinkles and laxity caused by collagen decline and glycation. There are also what the brand calls ‘synergistic ingredients’ - including Rhamnose and Gentiana Lutea Root Extract. These work together to brighten, leading to a more even skin tone and plumper visage. And there’s proof, too: In a clinical study of 76 subjects, the skin in three areas was visibly lifted- the jawline, the forehead, and cheeks. There was also a reduction in the appearance of nasolabial folds. While these firming results are best seen with consistent use, some effects are immediate- skin is hydrated for up to 24 hours and, in just one hour, the skin barrier is strengthened.* Consider this one of the key ‘hard workers’ in your skincare routine.

SkinCeuticals A.G.E. Interrupter Ultra Serum: At a Glance

• 30% Proxylane: A patented active ingredient that targets laxity and wrinkles.

• 4.6% Wild Fruit Flavonoids: Blueberry, pomegranate and cassia alata act as an antioxidant-rich power.

• Rhamnose: A hydrating hero, well-known for its ability to boost elasticity.

• Gentiana Lutea Root: A powerful antioxidant that brightens and protects.

How to use the SkinCeuticals A.G.E. Interrupter Ultra Serum

The serum should be applied once or twice daily. Simply take one dropper of the formula and dispense it into the palm of your hand. Dab across the forehead, cheeks, chin, and neck before blending in.

Our Verdict

Rachael Martin, Grazia Beauty Director, says:

When I hear of a new SkinCeuticals launch, you can bet it has me at hello. This one, in particular, is a launch I can get behind. Made with more mature skin in mind, my mum has been testing this on my behalf - and she has more than just a few thoughts. Mum said her skin felt plumper and more lifted after just a month of consistent daily use. High praise - I will say that her skin does look more fresh and radiant, suggesting that the 15+ years of glycation research have truly paid off within the brand’s efficacious formula.

Final Thoughts

I’m confident in saying this isn’t just another serum. It’s research-driven, backed by experts and clinical studies, and boasts a luxe formula that visibly lifts where you need it. With patents and real results to support it, if you’re feeling gravity a bit more these days, adding this into your regimen is a great idea. All of the glow, and none of the downtime. Shop the SkinCeuticals serum, as well as the full complementing routine below.

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SkinCeuticals C E Ferulic Vitamin C Serum

One of the brand’s bestsellers, this antioxidant-rich serum helps to fortify the skin’s defences against environmental aggressors - great for improving 8 signs of ageing. It’s been an integral part of my own beauty routine for years and trust me when I say the tone- and texture-improving formula gets to work quickly. I have sensitive, combination skin and often find Vitamin C serums can cause breakouts- but not this one. I apply it every morning before my moisturiser and SPF.

SkinCeuticals A.G.E. Interrupter Ultra Serum

This skin-firming serum contains a potent concentration of Proxylane- 30% to be exact -and 4.6% Wild Fruit Flavonoids. This powerful combination helps visibly reduce signs of ageing caused by collagen decline and glycation, including the appearance of wrinkles and laxity. Use daily for best results.

SkinCeuticals A.G.E. Interrupter Advanced

A.G.E. Interrupter Advanced is a potent corrective cream designed to reverse visible signs of ageing linked to collagen decline and glycation, such as the appearance of wrinkles, laxity, and dullness. Formulated with 18% concentrated Proxylane (+20% more than the previous A.G.E. Interrupter), this advanced cream smooths 5 visible wrinkle types, including fine lines, deep wrinkles, and location-specific creases like nasolabial folds. Apply twice daily- in the morning after Vitamin C and before SPF, and again in the evening after retinol.

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