Kylie’s Secret to Looking Fab at 40

She’s got the most well-known behind on the planet and now thanks to her love of using Pond’s Cold Cream Cleanser, it seems that we’ll be paying attention to her flawless face too.

“Yes I’ve used Botox, but not anymore. I’m embracing my age and now my only secret is Pond’s Cream. It’s really changed my skin. I use it every day. It’s all I really use to look after my skin.” Kylie.

£3.99, Available to buy from Boots, Superdrug, Lloyds, www.boots.com.More details can be found from their website: www.pondsinstitute.co.uk

Clearasil's Ultra New Overnight Range

Now without going into too much detail, I’m always guaranteed to get a spot village on some part of my face during that special time of the month. So when I herd Clearasil was launching a new Overnight Range, I decided to put it to its toughest test, my PMT/PMS spot village.

The new range consists of 3 products: Clearasil Night Wash, 150 or 200 ml (£5.28) contains a gel with ingredients that are tough on spots, but kind to your skin and it smells nice too.
Clearasil all-over-face lotion, 40 ml (£5.28) helps to prevent and treat spots, while also preparing your skin for the overnight treatment. I found it easily absorbed into my skin, but didn’t leave it feeling or looking greasy.
And finally there’s the Clearasil Overnight Serum, 15ml (£6.99) which acts as a specialist treatment for spots. Simply apply to the affected area and voila the serum will work its magic to rid you of your spots.

Now to the question, did it pass my PMT/PMS spot village test? Well I’m happy to say it passed with flying colours.
So yes, I have decided to include Clearasil's Ultra New Overnight Range to my bathroom cabinet. I’d advise you to do the same.

For more information and advice please visit www.clearasil.co.uk.

Alicia Keys to perform in Giorgio Armani

Alicia will be dressed in a military leather jacket with crocodile print and embroidered shoulders. On her wrist she will wear a mix of metal, crystals and sequins. Her jacket is paired with a one-shoulder top and leggings. Leather boots with tone-on-tone Swarovski crystals will complete her look.

In this outfit Alicia will be wearing a one-shoulder silk top with embroidered detail, along with leggings and leather boots featuring tone-on-tone Swarovski crystals. Her cuffs will be embroidered all over with a mix of metal, crystals and sequins.

A touch of glamour will be added with this one-shoulder silk chiffon dress in dark grey. It’s decorated with a beaded bust and features Swarovski crystals and sequins. The look is completed with black sandals and Swarovski crystals.

For this look Alicia will be dressed in a black mini dress with ruffle shoulders. She will finish the look with leather boots and gloves embroidered with Swarovski crystals, metal pieces and sequins.

Star Style - Stacey Solomon

Stacey Solomon showed up for an Audience with Michael Bublé wearing this dress from Forever Unique.

£200, www.foreverunique.co.uk

Star Style - Sophie Ellis-Bextor

Max C bird print dress £45





Upper 5th Georgie cardi £45








Jane Norman bag £12









It’s been ten years since Sophie Ellis-Bextor took on Posh Spice in the battle of the charts.
Fast forward a few years, Sophie now has two children and is married to Richard Jones from The Feeling.

From the look of this photo Sophie still likes to have fun with her style. So it’s nice to see motherhood hasn’t affected her ability to still keep up with the trends.
To get Sophie’s look just head to Max C for the dress, Upper 5th for the cardi and Jane Norman for the bag. Although I personally wouldn’t attempt the socks and shoes, not really suitable for this outfit I think.

Sophie will be releasing her album, Straight To The Heart, in the summer.

Max C at www.maxclondon.com, Upper 5th from www.upper5th.com, Jane Norman, www.janenorman.co.uk

Lady Gaga in Giorgio Armani

For her appearance on American Idol Lady Gaga performed in an outfit specially made for her by Giorgio Armani.

She was dressed in a silk mesh bodysuit with embroidered Chantilly lace and crystal and jet beading, teamed with a silk organza cape with an embroidered hood and black patent stiletto boots. Describing the inspiration behind the design Giorgio Armani said, “To complement the spirit of Lady Gaga herself, I have let my imagination run free, and the outfit I have created for her for American Idol is pure fantasy."

Even though she looked fabulous, there was something Lady Gaga wasn’t happy about and she took to her twitter account to explain why, “Fox chopped up my performance in 4 places”.

Fans wanting to see the real version can find it here http://perezhilton.com/2010-05-06-gaga-does-idol

Star Style - Kate Hudson & Paris Hilton

What do Kate Hudson and Paris Hilton have in common? They both love being seen in their Christian Dior Glossy sunglasses. These sunnies are the ultimate summer accessory; own a pair and you'll be acting like a celebrity in no time.

£116.00, www.WantSunglasses.co.uk

Christine's Cupcakes Wins Simply Yours Competition

When Christine Pipes, a teacher at the Royal Grammar School in Jesmond Newcastle, entered the Simply Yours Brief to Bra competition she got her inspiration from two things, a set of recently purchased retro mugs and some cupcakes baked for her school’s charity week.

"The appeal of cupcakes in the retro design and the feminine pastel shades are subtle but still vibrant. My aim was to find a balance between the comfort and practicality of everyday wear and the elegance and femininity that all women should embrace.”
Christine Pipes.

The design will be produced and sold both in the Simply Yours catalogue and online at www.simplyyours.co.uk. In addition Christine will be involved in the development of the lingerie set, from the materials sourcing stage right through to the final product photo shoot.

You can track Christine’s journey over the coming months on the Facebook Fan Page “From Brief to Bra” (www.facebook.com/FromBriefToBra)

Star Style - Kourtney Kardashian

Considering she only gave birth a few months ago, Kourtney still manages to look fab in her Siwy shorts‏.

£179, Available to buy from Harvey Nichols

Star Style - Una Healy from The Saturdays

When Una Healy, from The Saturdays, attended the premiere of 'Strike Back' at the Vue West End, she chose to wear this Forever Unique Coral Scoop Back Dress.

Back and front view of Una's dress

£180, www.foreverunique.co.uk

Taylor Momsen’s New Look

Taylor Momsen has been announced as the face of New Look’s Spring/Summer 2010 campaign. She even added a touch of her own personality to the shoot by helping to style it.

Taylor began her career at the age of three, appearing in a "Shake N' Bake" commercial.

She signed to IMG Models in 2008 at the age of 14.

Auditioned for the Hannah Montana role that went to Miley Cyrus.

She has a band named Pretty Reckless that is signed with Interscope Records.

Her favorite bands are Garbage and the Black Eyed Peas. She loves to dance to their music.

www.newlook.com

Designer Double Take

Stella McCartney £550

Don’t worry, if buying designer is out of your budget, you can always head to Upper 5th where you can get a similar Stella McCartney floral stripe top for just £55.

Shop for Upper 5th at Topshop and from selected independent boutiques nationwide.
Also available from www.upper5th.com

Jane Seymour shows her support for Marie Curie

Marie Curie nurses work tirelessly to provide end of life care to cancer suffers in their own homes.
When Jade Goody was battling cancer, it was the Marie Curie nurses that provided her with round-the-clock care.
The CC Marie Curie t-shirt comes in black and white with the diamante ‘CC’ logo. It retails at £30 and for every t-shirt bought, CC will donate £10 to Marie Curie Cancer Care.


The t-shirt will be available to buy from the beginning of May 2010
For more information on Marie Curie Cancer Care and the Marie Curie Nursing Service visit www.mariecurie.org.uk, or to buy the t-shirt call 01845 573 120 to find your nearest stockist or buy online at www.ccfashion.co.uk