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Expert explains how to pick the right bra so you won’t have back pain
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Expert explains how to pick the right bra so you won’t have back pain

Finding the right bra can be a headache sometimes and often it becomes a battle between comfort and style, but a lingerie expert has shared her take on searching for the right one no matter your body shape.Gemma Birtwistle, design and creative manager at Gossard, said there are ways to re-shape your breasts so they don't look flat or sagging and women don't have to go under knife for it.She explained: "For fuller, lower busts that need to be well-supported, the balconette style gives you all the uplift you need, for a rounded shape. Offering less coverage than a full cup style, a balconette forces your breasts to sit slightly higher than usual."Gemma suggested the Gossard Swirl Non Padded Balconette Bra, which has contrasting trims and eye-catching lace with a soft touch and ultra femin...
Shoppers ditch foundation for ‘pore-blurring’ skin perfector
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Shoppers ditch foundation for ‘pore-blurring’ skin perfector

Beauty lovers are embracing the no-makeup, glass skin trend and have stopped using foundation after they discovered a new skincare from Korean beauty brand Erborian.The Skin Hero Bare Skin Perfector is a silicone-free, non-tinted cream that works to enhance your skin once applied, leaving a soft and hydrated feeling. People who have tried the cream said it's so lightweight that as if there is nothing on their skin.Many shoppers shared they "feel confident with their bare skin" and feel comfortable enough to "go out without makeup" after trying the £42 cream as it smoothes, blurs and illuminates skin instantly. It's available to purchase at Erborian online, Boots and online beauty retailers like Escentual and Amazon.The gentle retexturising enzymes promote skin cell turnover and work to ...
Alison Hammond wears flattering shirt dress and fans say ‘I need this’
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Alison Hammond wears flattering shirt dress and fans say ‘I need this’

ITV presenter Alison Hammond looked amazing in a breezy shirt dress that fans were keen to get their hands on.The 49-year-old joined her co-worker Dermot O'Leary on a weekend segment of This Morning as they spoke to Formula 1 driver Lando Norris, who won his first Grand Prix victory in Miami.Alison sported a khaki relaxed shirt dress that sits mid lengh over her knees. It also has a drawstring at the waist to shape the silhouette and is finished with buttoned cuffs. Fans loved the garment and said it's perfect for summer. They also liked how Alison styled it with a pair of white slip-on mules. "Where is Alison's dress from that she was wearing today please? It's stunning," one asked."Lovely to seeing you look good Allison," a second commented and a third wrote: "I need this look, it's m...
‘I’m 54 with the thickest hair I’ve ever had – these 3 tricks saved me from disaster’
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‘I’m 54 with the thickest hair I’ve ever had – these 3 tricks saved me from disaster’

Often thought of as a problem that plagues just older men, hair thinning and hair loss can happen to anyone of any age for a number of reasons. It is also a side effect experienced by many women as they go through menopause.Whatever the cause, hair loss can be upsetting and frustrating for the affected person.While it may not be possible to entirely prevent or reverse thinning locks, there are steps we can take to help keep our hair healthy and strong.With this in mind, one beauty influencer took to social media platform TikTok, to share three products she uses that saved her own hair from the "edge of disaster".Known online as just Cristina, the 54-year-old revealed the trio of supplements she takes for healthier locks.Speaking to her more than 350,000 followers, she explained: "I’m go...
M&S ‘flattering’ maxi dress ‘hides bloated tummies’ and is great for summer weddings
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M&S ‘flattering’ maxi dress ‘hides bloated tummies’ and is great for summer weddings

Whether you’re heading off into the sunshine, or have a wedding to attend this summer, chances are you’re going to need a lightweight maxi dress to see you through the warmer months - and M&S has the perfect option which shoppers are calling ‘so flattering.’Marks & Spencer’s £39.50 Pure Cotton Printed Bardot Midaxi Beach Dress comes in three lengths; short, regular or long, and there’s a huge range of sizes available from a UK six to 24.In the description, M&S says: “Bring a touch of drama to your warm weather wardrobe with this pure cotton beach dress.” The stunning midaxi-length dress is designed in a regular fit, featuring a flattering bardot neckline and long cuffed balloon sleeves for that dramatic look. It’s available in five different prints, but we’re loving the gree...
Duchess Sophie channels Princess Kate in £1,380 power suit | Royal | News
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Duchess Sophie channels Princess Kate in £1,380 power suit | Royal | News

The Duchess of Edinburgh has stepped out for a royal engagement in Leeds today - appearing to channel her inner Princess of Wales with her outfit of choice.The 59-year-old was all smiles as she watched the training ahead of the Community Sport and Recreation Awards on International Women’s Day at Headingley Stadium. Prince Edward aslo appeared alongside his wife.For ther joint visit, Duchess Sophie donned a gorgeous £1,380 Max Mara navy suit. The royal looked to be taking fashion tips from the Princess of Wales, who is known for her love of a power suit.To ensure she is keeping warm, Sophie paired the look with a Frame cream and black stripe-print cashmere jumper - which she also sported earlier this month.The royal tied the look together with a pair of Saint Laurent 95 ankle books in b...
Princess Diana’s nieces look stunning in contrasting gowns
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Princess Diana’s nieces look stunning in contrasting gowns

Princess Diana's twin nieces, Lady Amelia and Eliza Spencer, dazzled in stunning gowns at a star-studded air ambulance charity gala.The Spencer sisters looked fabulous in contrasting dresses at the black and white gala dinner held at Raffles London at the OWO (Old War Office).Lady Amelia and Lady Eliza, both 31, opted for sleek looks with their blonde hair styled into ballerina-style buns. Eliza wore a slim-fitting white dress with bow detailing and jewels around the bodice, while Amelia complemented her sister's look with a glittering black dress.Elsewhere, the Spencer twins turned heads in matching silver outfits at the Fashion Awards 2023 last December. They chose stunning gowns by Gyunel Couture for the event at London's Royal Albert Hall, looking effortlessly flawless in their glam...
Moisturiser slashed to £1.70 on Amazon ‘makes skin glow’ and ‘lightens age spots’
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Moisturiser slashed to £1.70 on Amazon ‘makes skin glow’ and ‘lightens age spots’

Keeping skin well looked after is key, especially with colder, drier air on its way this winter. Amazon’s beauty department is a convenient place to get hundreds of affordable and high end skincare and makeup brands. To keep skincare spending to a minimum, Amazon regularly cuts the prices on already low-priced products. Those looking for a new moisturiser will be glad to hear that it’s not necessary to spend more than a couple of pounds for a highly rated product. The Garnier SkinActive Vitamin C Face Moisturiser has been slashed from £7.50 to just £1.70, but it’s hard to say how long the discount will last. Buy: Garnier SkinActive Vitamin C Face Moisturiser (£1.70) The moisturiser contains vitamin C, which helps brighten, boost and promote radiance in the skin. I...