Innholdsfortegnelse for 21-Mar-2022 i Woman

Idon’t know about you but concealer is one of those things that I very often get wrong. Slightly too dark and I look like I have had a run-in with the Tango man, and slightly too light and I resemble the walking dead. OK, it’s a First World problem but it’s so true! This week, though, I am going to give it another go as our beauty team has come up trumps and found the must-have concealer, which is a bargain at £4.99 (p15). I’ll test it out in the office and see if, for once, I have got it right. Also this week, we have a £200 goody bag to give away to 12 lucky readers (p37) and we talk to Vicky who explains family a (p12). She has…

The sugary video message suggested that the well-publicised feud between Phil and Fern has been laid to rest, all the rancour of the past, forgotten. Hand on heart, Fern Britton, 64, paid tribute to her old This Morning co-host Phillip Schofield, congratulating him on his stellar 40-year career in television. In her sweet trademark tone, Fern gushed, ‘40 years is an incredible milestone, I wish you a very happy future, congratulations and keep going.’ But now body language expert Judi James tells us that Fern’s message appears to be dripping with insincerity and that the veteran presenter, who was replaced on This Morning in 2009 by Holly Willoughby, may still be quietly fuming. Speaking to Woman, Judi said, ‘Fern threw herself into the heart of the gush like someone going…

Most of us have noticed we’re paying much more at the supermarket checkout. And while people in the UK are already grappling with the soaring cost of energy bills, mortgage payments and national insurance, budgets are being squeezed even further by the skyrocketing price of food. In January of this year, shop prices increased at their fastest rate in a decade, and retailers have warned that the cost of goods is set to continue to climb throughout 2022. Currently, the average weekly food shop for the typical UK household is £97, up around 3% from 2019, and between January 2021 and January 2022, food prices rose by 4.3%.* In a time of such huge financial challenges, many people are having to get creative to find a way of feeding their…

While many expressed horror at David Beckham’s revelation that wife Victoria has eaten the same dinner – grilled fish and steamed vegetables –almost every day for 25 years, so they never share meals, I just shrugged in solidarity. My fiancé Andy, 50, and I have been together for eight years, and a shared meal is such a rarity I could probably list them from memory. It’s not that I follow a Posh-style abstemious regime to maintain my girlish figure. More that I’m a vegetarian/ pescatarian who can’t drink alcohol (the hangovers became too crippling four years ago) and loves chocolate and puddings, while he is an omnivorous rural Scot who grew up eating venison pheasant and catching his own fish in the loch at the bottom of the road. He…

Bibury It’s easy to see why 19th century British craftsman William Morris called Bibury ‘the most beautiful village in England’, with its chocolate-box cottages along the banks of the River Coln and idyllic countryside. Right in the centre of the village, you’ll find the crystal-clear waters of Bibury Trout Farm, where up to six million trout ova are spawned every year. Nearby you’ll find the iconic houses on Arlington Row; probably one of the most photographed scenes in the Cotswolds. Before you go, you must make a stop at The Swan, a former coaching inn, which oozes Cotswold charm. Its afternoon tea by the river, with the chef’s freshly baked scones, is unmissable (cotswold-innshotels.co.uk/the-swan-hotel). ✱ Best for: Idyllic, snappable scenery and dreamy afternoon tea Tetbury The Cotswold market town of…

As the auctioneer’s gavel fell, so did Kate’s hopes of owning the original painting. Kate had long been an admirer of Amy Hetton’s work, a well-known local artist who had begun with small commissions for greetings cards and posters, often to be found in gift shops. As her career continued, her popularity increased, making her now a nationally renowned, collectable artist. Kate already owned some of Hetton’s watercolour prints, but the opportunity to own an original oil painting was something else. So she arranged her day off in order to attend the auction and hopefully combine it with lunch and a shopping spree. Her heartbeat accelerated with every bid The auction estimate had been £500, a great deal of money. But as Kate pondered over the idea, she felt she…

How to Fail Fabulously helpful, this podcast hosted by author and journalist Elizabeth Day has now run for 13 series. Each episode, a celebrity explains how past failures helped them succeed. Guests have included Graham Norton, Jameela Jamil and Delia Smith. Acast, Apple Podcasts, Podbean, Spotify. The Big Travel Podcast Whether you re planning a trip or happy to vacay vicariously, this podcast will take you to some fascinating places. Lisa Francesca Nand asks guests about their top destinations and adventures. For Minnie Driver, Malibu hits the sweet spot. Apple Podcasts, Listen Notes, Podchaser, Spotify.…

My new man is so inexperienced! Q I’ve just started seeing a man who’s much younger than me and hasn’t had much sexual experience. He loves women and is turned on by them, has had some short-term relationships, but has never had full intercourse. So I am worried about whether being with him is a good idea. Will I be happy with someone who doesn’t know much about sex? Will he be happy with someone who knows so much about it? SUSAN SAYS A Hold on. You’ve only just started seeing this man, yet you’re immediately imagining bad news. But what if there’s good news? What if your experience means you can teach this man how to make love wonderfully? What if his lack of experience means he’s eager to…

What a corker Think green when you’re updating your floors and choose cork, which is a great thermal and acoustic insulator. It’s soft underfoot and available in a variety of colours to suit your scheme. This sustainable option can be restained in years to come and, if you’re into DIY, you might be able to lay it yourself depending on the format. Ideal for low-traffic areas, cork will help you create a unique, comfortable space. Una, £80 per sq m, Recork Soft touch A newly carpeted floor never fails to make a home feel fresh and it’s perfect for retaining heat, too. Materials range from luxurious natural wool to budget-friendly synthetic fibres, such as nylon and polypropylene. When it comes to carpet, what’s underneath really does make a difference so…

Dubrovnik, Croatia It’s famous for its medieval Old Town, stunning landscapes and for being one of the filming locations of Game Of Thrones. As you stroll through narrow passageways admiring stone buildings, it’s hard to believe that during the 1990s Balkans War, bombing caused significant damage to the city. Now it’s been restored to its former glory, and there’s never been a better time to visit. The main attractions are found in and around the Old Town, encircled by over a mile of preserved medieval ramparts. But don’t forget to catch the cable car to the top of Mount Srd to enjoy breathtaking views of the city and the Dalmatian coast. The city gets approximately 7.2 hours of sun per day. This is about 2,630 hours of sun annually. Pack…

The Great Celebrity Bake Off for SU2C C4 More famous faces hope to impress judges Paul Hollywood and Prue Leith with their baking skills for Stand Up To Cancer. The first celebs in the tent in the five-part series are TV presenter Emma Willis, DJ Clara Amfo, comedian Alex Horne and Inbetweeners star Blake Harrison. Then Barbara Met Alan BBC2 This one-off drama tells the true story of two cabaret performers, Barbara Lisicki (Ruth Madeley) and Alan Holdsworth (Arthur Hughes), who met at a gig in 1989, fell in love and became leading lights in the campaign for disability rights in Britain, orchestrating protests that pushed the issue into the spotlight. Dynasties II BBC1 Sir David Attenborough narrates the stories of more remarkable wild animals. This time we follow Angelina…

Best for… drama Huda Beauty Lengthie Hoodie 23, £17, Boots These combine criss-crossed clusters with layers of synthetic falsies to add lashings of volume and full-blown flutter. The band is longer than others, so lie the lashes against your natural lash line first, in case they need a trim. Best for… re-wearing Doll Beauty Faux Mink Lashes, £10, Boots Most options can be re-worn, as long as you remove them carefully and don’t overload them with product on top. This lengthening pair go even further, promising up to 20 wears, making the cost per use pennies! Best… individual lashes Kiss Falscara £9.95, Superdrug These allow you to add as little or as much volume as you like. Great in theory, they can be quite fiddly, especially for beginners. Patience is…

LIGHT It doesn’t get more feminine than this. Sweet pastels and delicate flowers are the ultimate spring pairing. Their versatility means they can be teamed with other light items for a fresh, coordinating look or add some contrast with navy. BRIGHT Lift your mood and brighten up your wardrobe with these scene-stealing shades. Statement pieces like these are best worn with neutrals or items of similar tones to keep them looking chic. MOODY If you prefer your florals with a bit of an edge, these moody blooms are for you. The darker tones help the pattern to work all year round. Look for floral motifs that have a deep base hue to toughen up the pretty petals and don’t be afraid to team with chunky sandals.…

Embrace the weights Over the past two years many of us will have taken to exercising at home where living rooms, attics and sheds have skilfully been furnished with the trappings of a true workout zone. The rise of the ‘home workout’ has been (and still very much is) huge, and has tapped into everyone’s need for time-saving convenience. If you’re not a stranger to this column, then you’ll know I’m always banging the ‘strength-training-is-a-must’ drum for us ladies. Supporting joints, building up bone density and withstanding age-related muscle atrophy (wasting or loss of muscle tissue) are vital if we want to live a good life. Plus of course, more muscle means our metabolic rate stays elevated. And, boy, do we need that as the impending lowering of our oestrogen…

There’s nothing more frustrating than putting in the effort at the gym or sweating your way through a home workout and not seeing the results that you’d like. If you exercise regularly, but the scales aren’t showing a loss, bad habits could be to blame. The good news is that once you know what’s sabotaging your goals, there are simple solutions to sorting it. Ready to reboot your regime? Ditch these common exercise mistakes and the weight loss will follow, fast! EXERCISE MISTAKE #1 Snacking after exercise Do you finish a workout, then reward yourself with a tasty treat? Many of us burn fewer than 300 calories during a session, and that hard work is easily cancelled out if you then treat yourself to a chocolate bar or a smoothie…

Can sipping red wine slow down Parkinson’s? Red wine is no saintly choice, but it has its virtues. In a new study*, people with Parkinson’s whose diet included the most flavonoids were found to have a 70% higher chance of survival compared with those with the least. Those that had the most anthocyanins, flavonoids found in red wine and berries, increased their chance of survival by 66% compared to those who had the least. And consuming flavan-3-ols, found in apples, tea and wine, increased the chance of survival by 69% on average. This builds on previous findings* that flavonoids could protect against Parkinson’s developing in the first place. SNORING SOLUTIONS One in four of us say that the biggest factor keeping us awake at night is our bed partner snoring,…

As COVID-19 restrictions are lifted, a new normal faces us all and, for many, it’s a very different landscape. And for some, the virus is far from over. Despite it being months, and in some cases years, since they first tested positive, more than a million people in the UK are now living with long COVID. Plagued with fatigue, breathlessness, tightness in the chest, brain fog, dizziness, heart palpitations, fever, cough, headaches and, in some cases, depression and anxiety, sufferers might no longer be testing positive for COVID-19 but are still feeling the devastating effects. Long COVID was finally recognised by the British Medical Association as an occupational disease in September 2021. Woman speaks to two women who caught COVID-19 early in the pandemic, yet whose lives are still being…

Every kitchen is different, but most fall into one of these five basic layouts. Once you’ve sussed out which one best describes your kitchen, it’s easy to make a couple of simple changes and tweaks to get the best out of your space. 1 U-shaped Allowing for units on three walls, this shape offers plenty of workspace ✱ Use two sides of the room for your working triangle to keep it compact in a large space. Or consider placing one element, such as the sink, on an island. ✱ Allow for lots of worktop between your cooker and sink. A distance of at least 80cm is preferable. ✱ Maximise your storage with clever corner cupboard solutions. ✱ Go for informal dining in larger rooms by placing a peninsula at one…

Coln St Aldwyns and the surrounding villages have everything you could want for a traditional English break, and it’s like stepping back to a bygone era. Here are our favourite areas to visit on a weekend break in the Cotswolds… Coln St Aldwyns If you enjoy the freedom of exploring at your own pace with a small group of friends (or just you and the dog), head to this gorgeous part of the Cotswolds. Ramblers from across the world are drawn to this Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, walking the 102-mile Cotswold Way, which was declared a National Trail in 2007. Coln St Aldwyns is surrounded by exceptional walking country, so pull on your hiking boots and head out into the fresh country air. As a starter, the gentle one-mile…