Tabla de contenidos para December 2017 en Glamour UK

From the original diva making a very stylish comeback, to the new London Fashion Week designer single-handedly reviving the sequin industry with his party frocks, this season, dressing up has been cranked way, way up. You know how Coco Chanel famously said you should take off one thing before you leave the house? Well, forget that this party season and do the opposite.…

Giorgio Armani is often regarded as the ‘inventor’ of red-carpet dressing. In 1980, just five years after launching his label, Armani was called in to dress a relatively unknown Richard Gere, who was starring in American Gigolo. The job became an effective, albeit unintended, advertisement for his fledgling brand. In the decades since, Armani has added everyone from Céline Dion and Beyoncé to Millie Bobby Brown to his client list, and he made nothing short of a sartorial clean sweep at this year’s Oscars, dressing three out of ten of the Best Actress and Best Supporting Actress nominees. But Armani’s most celebrated red-carpet look of all time? Jodie Foster’s simple yet elegant tuxedo jacket at the 1992 Oscars. “I had suggested that she wear it, and she trusted me,” the…

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(Yes, we’re a little jealous) We are the generation reshaping employment. The gig economy, umbrella careers, side-hustles, soaring self-employment – we’re working hard, but on our own terms. The latest trend? ‘Anti-work’. It’s as good as it sounds: building a career from a hobby you love, or making money from your next-level partying skills. Aside from being the dream, blending leisure with work could be key to staying sane in an ever-adapting job market and avoiding burnout (11.7 million working days are lost every year due to job-related anxiety and stress). These women share how they made ‘anti-work’ work for them. “I WORK ON A TROPICAL ISLAND” Clare Bromilow, 29, marketing manager, Anantara Maldives resorts “A typical day could be office-hopping via seaplanes and speedboats, testing spa treatments or trying…

The van was so fast I didn’t see it coming. It slammed into my hip, knocked my senses and left me staggering in the street. The brakes screeched and the driver rushed to my side. He apologised profusely, his voice cracking from the shock, and explained the curtains on his old Volkswagen camper had blocked his view. I dusted down my jeans as he held my arm, my blood prickled with adrenaline and my grazed skin stinging – but I wasn’t seriously hurt. “I think the least you could do is drive me to work,” I said. It was unusually assertive of me. Shy and skint, I was a 19-year-old student who’d just moved from my cabin home in Alaska to Santa Barbara, California, where I shared a two-bedroom apartment…

1980s SEX APPEAL Who can forget Michelle Pfeiffer’s steamy sensuality in Scarface? 2010s LESS IS MORE Dakota Johnson proves a little can go a long way on the red carpet in Cannes in 2015. NOW ADD DETAILS… Sprinkle a touch of glitz with some sparkly earrings, a sequined bag or a pair of embellished mules. 1930s SLINKY SLIP Jean Harlow’s sleek gowns were the epitome of Hollywood glamour. 1950s LACE SLIP Elizabeth Taylor’s classic lace slip from Cat On A Hot Tin Roofwas simply too good to be kept for the bedroom. 1990s BARELY THERE The ultimate party girl Kate Moss in her infamous seethrough slip dress at a party in 1993.…

Silver fabrics, sequinned accessories and statement metal jewellery… Space Age dressing was scattered all over the A/W17 runways, from Paco Rabanne to Balenciaga. But nowhere was it more memorable than at Chanel, which saw the Grand Palais in Paris transformed into something straight out of NASA, complete with a rocket, which took off in a haze of smoke and sparks at the show’s climax. With the Star Wars series celebrating its 40th anniversary this year, and the latest film out in December, the timing of jewellery brand Lapponia’s relaunch of two pieces from its original Space Silver collection (worn by Carrie Fisher in the original 1977 film) couldn’t be more perfect. They’ll have you channelling Princess Leia before you can say, “Aren’t you a little short for a stormtrooper?”…

There is nothing more covetable than glossy skin. But it’s a scarily fine line between a natural and fake-looking glow. How do we pull it off? “It’s all about layers of hydration,” says make-up artist Zoe Taylor. “Start with a sheet mask and then a light-reflecting moisturiser. You can get the best glow from a glossy cream, rather than a pigmented product.” In any case, the general consensus on glowing skin is a ‘less-is-more’ attitude. “Layering lighter textures will keep your base looking dewy but fresh,” explains make-up artist Nikki Wolff. “Start with an illuminating primer; great for a more subtle, pearlescent sheen. Follow this with a sheer liquid or cream foundation that you can slowly build – it gives you the ultimate glow.” For areas that need extra coverage…

EVERYTHING WE’RE BINGE-WATCHING, DOWNLOADING + LOVING THIS MONTH BOOKS “When I was younger I didn’t believe that you still had a right to be alive at 60,” says Dawn French. “Now I’m 60, I’m thinking there are 1,000 things I still need to do.” The nation did a collective double-take when Dawn French announced on This Morning earlier this year that she was turning 60 in October, and we couldn’t let the milestone pass without helping the comedian, actor, author, national treasure and friend of Glamour celebrate. Especially as her new book – You. Me. A Diary – riffs on that same theme. It’s a joint journal between Dawn and the reader where, each month, she talks about an aspect of life and her attitude towards it, such as finding…

UP CLOSE 24 hours with... 4am My boyfriend gets into bed and I wake up. I feel something wet moving around in my ear and start screaming at him to turn the light on. He looks and sees a black, shiny worm-like bug coming out of my ear. We both start freaking out. 4.15am Too scared to go back to sleep, we look around for the bug, which has now totally disappeared. Then I go downstairs in my LA house to get a ski cap, put it on and manage to fall asleep again. 6.30am My alarm goes off and I go downstairs to make myself a cafecito [Cuban espresso] and have a glass of water with lemon. Then I make a smoothie with banana, spinach, coconut water, some pumpkin…

LOW IN SATURATED FAT ONE-POT SPANISH CHICKEN, CHORIZO AND POTATOES (SERVES 4) Ingredients • 500g baby potatoes, halved • 8 chicken thighs, bone removed, skin on • 100g chorizo sausage, thinly sliced • juice of 1 lemon • ½tsp smoked paprika • 2 small red onions, cut into quarters • 6 garlic cloves, skin on • 1 large courgette, cut into chunks • 200g kale, chopped • 25g pumpkin seeds • 2tsp fresh thyme • 1tbsp olive oil Method Cook the potatoes in salted boiling water until tender. Drain and leave until needed. Cut the chicken thighs in half, place onto a tray with the potatoes, drizzle over the olive oil and season with salt, pepper and paprika. Cook for 10 minutes. Remove from the oven and add the chorizo,…

Party season is stressful. Forget Christmas cards and secret-Santa gifts, we’re not ashamed to admit that deciding which hairstyle to opt for ranks highest on our list of festive priorities. Because while breaking into your emergency glitter stash is an easy make-up win in the party stakes, hair needs a lot more thought. Thank goodness, then, that we have some of the best artists in the industry on speed dial. Whether you like your hair swept up, loose and ethereal, coloured or embellished with ornate accessories, we’ve got your mane-tenance covered. All you’ll have to worry about now are those damn Christmas cards… LUKE’S HAIR KIT Luke Hersheson on… STYLE “When it comes to festive hairstyles, it’s as important to remember the don’ts as much as the dos. Avoid chintzy…

THE EYES HAVE IT Introducing the Man Ray for Nars holiday collection, which includes our new make-up hero, the Love Game Eyeshadow Palette (£45 Nars Cosmetics, available exclusively at Space NK). It’s inspired by Man Ray’s muse, Ady Fidelin (the first African- American model to feature in a major fashion magazine), so you know these shades will stand out. TIME TO SHINE Cool-girl style made simple, thanks to Primark. We love this textured metallic jumper (£13) – team with distressed, embellished jeans (£25), high-gloss boots (£14), a chic hat (£5) and bold earrings (£2) for a real statement. THE PERFECT PARTY BAG... …for any style or occasion? Right this way. Liven up your look with one of these major designs. FLUFFITUP How gorgeous is this jacket (£110 Butterfly by Matthew…

1 What if no one comes? What if they have a terrible time? What if they never talk to me again? Host anxiety level = 10/10. 2 GUYS, THE FB EVENT SAID, ‘BYOB (AND SOME FOR ME).’Whoever’s got my Bolly, please make yourself known. 3 If people don’t like my spread of cocktail sausages, carrot sticks and onion-ring crisps, they can GTFO. 4 WHERE’S MY PHONE? SOMEONE’S STOLEN MY PHONE! RIGHT, WHO’S GOT M… Oh, it’s in my pocket. 5 WOW, MY PLAYLIST IS HOT.Who doesn’t love a bit of ‘00s Britney? Note to self: research DJ jobs later. 6 WAIT… Did I invite him? He’s standing alone, not a good sign. But he is cute. OK, he can stay. 7 WAS THAT MYSTERIOUS PINK STAIN ON MY CREAM CARPET THERE…

I thought I was having a stressful year with wedding planning, work and house buying. But Superheroes Are Real was the reality check I needed. I was in tears reading it – the strength and bravery of these women is awe-inspiring. They reminded me what it really means to be tested, and it inspired me to help those around me, even if it’s just offering time to a friend in need. It’s too easy to be blinkered by our own ‘problems’. Laura, by email This month’s star letter wins a limited-edition GHD Platinum Styler Gift Set. With 50% less breakage and 20% more shine, you can create straight hair, curls or waves without the damage. Includes a heat-resistant bag and two OPI nail polishes. Worth £175. Your career, your rules…

IN THIS INSTAGRAM AGE, where your friends have already seen and commented on your party frock well before you pop it on for the third pre-Christmas do, it’s easy to see the appeal of the Saturday-night Wear It Once Dress. Nonetheless, I struggle to get on board with this idea; I can’t help but feel it’s rather wasteful. But then again, I’m reluctant to bankrupt myself buying something I’ll wheel out twice a year, tops. So, it’s not Prada and Louis Vuitton that get me through the party season, but Topshop, Zara et al. Luckily for us, The Great British High Street does partywear like no other. I’m generally something of a downbeat dresser, so my party-going pals are often surprised at my after-dark transformation that sees me slipping into…

YEP, IT’S TIME TO FOCUS ON YOU Want to see your ideas here? Tweet us something we’ve never heard before @GlamourMagUK #HeyItsOK and you could end up in the magazine – or with a shout-out on the podcast! …if Facebook is the sole reason that you remember your mates’ birthdays. Cheers, Zuckers …to listen to all ten minutes of your mum’s bum-dial voicemail, just in case she talks about you …if your laundry pile consists of work clothes and pyjamas only (thanks to Glamour reader @leadilly) …to turn the car radio down when looking for a house number even though it makes literally no sense …if you’re always shocked at how thin your phone feels without its case …to accidentally unplug your headphones with Shake It Off playing full blast…

For the past three years, I have either been pregnant, breastfeeding or taking care of a tiny human. That means plenty of cuddles, chuckles and adorable knitted socks, but also that going ‘out out’ and getting trashed with my mates hasn’t been an option. I haven’t fallen victim to the ‘I’m a mum, so I should never go out’ stereotype – you don’t need me to tell you that’s BS. It’s that sleep deprivation, vomit-soaked clothes and swollen boobs don’t exactly put you in the mood to party. If you read this column regularly, you’ll know I’m not a party animal. I’ve written before about suffering from social anxiety after long periods of time alone, writing. In my pre-baby days, I’d cancel plans every week in favour of ‘tackling my…

1 PERFECT THE SKIN AND YOU’RE HALFWAY THERE “I put a lot of importance on prepping the skin,” says Tom. “So I take my time massaging in and layering moisturisers and oils – it wakes up the face, softens skin and sculpts the cheeks and jawline. Don’t skip this step – it pays off. I love Intensive Replenishing Facial Moisturizer [£345 Retrouvé], before adding a moisturising glow, like Top Secrets Instant Moisture Glow [£35 YSL Beauty].” 2 GO EASY ON THE POWDER “I don’t use much powder, as new foundation formulas mean you can pick one that won’t make you shiny,” says Tom [Glamour loves Encre De Peau All Hours Foundation £33.50 YSL Beauty]. “If I use a powder, it’ll be a compact, never loose. Use a puff and squeeze…

There’s nothing better than a pamper evening trying out the latest beauty trends and tools, right? Well, at-home electrical beauty devices are having their moment in the spotlight right now – and we’re totally on board. Not only do they bridge the gap between professional treatments and DIY methods, these tools are fun and easy to use. Oh, and seriously effective. Not convinced? Philips’ hottest new launches might just change your mind… PHILIPS LUMEA PRESTIGE Fed up of having to shave your legs again? Us too, which is why we’re excited that at-home intense pulsed light (IPL) hair removal is on the rise – and easier than ever, thanks to the Philips Lumea Prestige, which breaks the cycle of hair regrowth with gentle pulses of light applied at the root…

FILM As a thank you for voicing the most famous snowman of all time (sorry, Frosty), Disney gave Josh Gad a lifetime’s supply of Frozen memorabilia. “This included a life-size Olaf that arrived at my house packaged like the Ark of the Covenant in Raiders Of The Lost Ark,” explains the Florida-born actor. “When we plugged Olaf in only to discover that he could do the hula, my wife almost had a heart attack.” The Frozen memorabilia is still a source of marital tension five years on, only trumped by the ongoing wrangle Gad and his wife of nine years have over the temperature in their LA home – he likes it Olaf-cool; she yanks it up to 75°F. It’s the reason the 36-year-old is a little sleep-deprived today. “I…

Gal Gadot and I are bonding over the topic that inevitably arises when you both have young children: sleep deprivation. “My daughter didn’t sleep between 1am and 2.30am either,” she says sympathetically, calling from her home in Tel Aviv, Israel. “She’s teething.” Her smoky-but-silky, lightly accented voice is just as captivating in person as it is hearing it on screen as Diana Prince, AKA Wonder Woman. “At least they make them cute, you can’t be too mad about it,” she laughs. It’s fitting that we’re talking about Gal’s daughter, Maya, as she was pregnant with the now-seven-month-old when she filmed this month’s Justice League (as well as for the reshoots of Wonder Woman, which were done after Justice League had wrapped and required her to wear a green-screen belly on…

As a beauty journalist, it’s my job to attend industry events – like Fashion Week and new product launches – to mingle with other editors and chat to PRs from luxury brands. I’ve always loved going, but for the past eight months I’ve been battling a constellation of angry red cysts on my cheek and neck, and it’s crushed my self-confidence. I had a few pubescent blemishes as a teenager, but nothing that some Boots tea-tree oil couldn’t clear up. Now, aged 27, I’m dealing with adult acne, and there are times when I’m so embarrassed about it, I want to hide away. Make-up has been my armour. I’ve perfected the art of whipping out my Nars Cosmetics Radiant Creamy Concealer and stippling brush for a surreptitious top-up. I don’t…

FANCY FRAGRANCES Ready, steady… SPRITZ! THE BFF Because nothing says ‘best friends forever’ like a jar of Nutella. THE BOY ALL the inspo you need. Trust us, these ideas will win you major Brownie points this Christmas. THE PERSONAL PRESSIE Who doesn’t love getting something with their initials on? It’s the perfect gift! THE BEAUTY LOVER IN YOUR LIFE From make-up advent calendars to the festive lip colour du jour, we’ve got it all. Snapchat glamouruk Facebook glamourmaguk Twitter GlamourMagUK Instagram glamouruk…

Galvan The new go-to for all things slinky is London label Galvan, whose velvet suiting is spot-on for women who don’t ‘do’ dresses (though its slips are rather good, too). Eschew neutrals and head for strawberry pink, burnt orange and olive green instead. And don’t be afraid to clash them. Attico Launched in 2016 by It girls Giorgia Tordini and Gilda Ambrosio, Attico is known for elevated pyjama dressing. This season, though, it’s ditched the crushed velvet in favour of rainbow-striped sequins, jewelled pouch bags and a level of maximalism only an Italian could conjure. Mandarina After years in style purgatory, kitten heels have made a comeback, to the joy of our hamstrings. Mandarina’s crystal toes and jewel-toned velvets will amp up any outfit this season. Halpern Michael Halpern may…

THE TROPHY TROUSER These statement trousers are the ultimate in desk-todancefloor dressing. Pair with a crisp white shirt for day, then swap in this cut-out knit and standout accessories come cocktail hour. RED ALERT Nothing is more eye-catching than a bold flash of colour. Embrace the season’s obsession with all things red and invest in this must-have LRD. THE INSTA- WORTHY DRESS This kimono is sure to garner its fair share of compliments worn as a dress, but why not try it as a coat over a crisp white tee and your favourite jeans? PRECIOUS METALS Every woman needs a showstopping piece. Look no further than this chainmail skirt from Warehouse. Style tip: a simple white knit gives this a modern edge.…

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TIPS “Eyes and lips are the perfect place to wear bold, intense glitter. It can quickly take your make-up from day to night – perfect for those impromptu Christmas drinks.” Sascha Jackson, UK lead pro make-up artist at Stila “Embellished eyeliner is one of my favourite looks, as it’s wearable, subtle and looks stunning with every blink.” Adam Burrell, brand ambassador at Barry M “If you want to jazz up a smoky eye, apply glitter across the whole eyelid in a different colour from your base shade for a contrasting, dynamic look.” SJ “The best tool when it comes to glitter is Sellotape. This will be a lifesaver for removing unwanted sparkle.” AB TIPS “Try applying a line of glitter into the socket line; you will get a hint of…

FAVOURITE PARTY LOOK “I do love a bit of Christmas glitter. I’ll probably go for a sparkly eye, but in a subtle way, so it glistens rather than shines.” Eye Paint in Eternal White £5.99 L’Oréal Paris x Cheryl TO MAKE A STATEMENT “I’m obsessed with the dark matte lip I wore to the Vogue 100-year anniversary gala, so I like to go with something similar, but warmer. For an event, I’d wear it with a chocolate smoky eye.” Lip Paint in Burgundy £9.99 L’Oréal Paris x Cheryl MAKE-UP PREP “What I’ve now realised is that eating right, exercising right and having good skin is the best starting point. Recently, I’ve started taking a vitamin supplement a friend gave me as a baby gift: Morning and Night Supplements [£90 Lumity].…

THE SMOOTHING SERUM Advanced Génifique Sensitive Dual Concentrate £59 Lancôme. AKA a dual-action skin saviour. Available at Lancôme counters nationwide and lancome.co.uk THE PURIFYING OIL Vine[Activ] Overnight Detox Oil £30 Caudalie. Think rehab for your face. It tackles pollution, stress and inflammation. Available at caudalie.com THE GLOW ENHANCER Laura Mercier Candleglow Sheer Perfecting Powder £32. Amp up your glow with this luminous powder. Available at spacenk.com THE GENTLE CLEANSER Garnier SkinActive Soothing Botanical Cleansing Milk and Toner With Rose Water £3.49 Garnier. A soothing make-up and debris remover. Available at boots.com…

FILM A Bad Moms Christmas Anyone who snorted in recognition at Katie Kirby’s book Hurrah For Ginalso LOLed at mums-on-the-run Amy (Mila Kunis), Kiki (Kristen Bell) and Carla (Kathryn Hahn) in Bad Moms. Now, the trio are trying to get through the festive season, but their own mums have turned up – and are higher-maintenance than their kids. Justice League The superheroes assemble in DC’s answer to Marvel’s The Avengers, with Wonder Woman (Gal Gadot, our cover star) and Batman (Ben Affleck) at the helm, backed by Aquaman (Jason Momoa), Superman (Henry Cavill) and The Flash (Ezra Miller). The plot has been kept strictly under wraps, but we can be pretty sure it involves saving the world via a lot of seriously cool action sequences. Professor Marston And The Wonder…

Sparkle and shimmer always define festive-season make-up – and this season, make-up artist Hung Vanngo is taking it one step further. “Nowadays, women are experimenting more with make-up than ever before. I love it!” he says. “We are exposed to more looks through social media and I love Instagram; I get so much inspiration from looking at it.” And we get endless inspiration from his own Insta feed (check it out @hungvanngo) – it’s like a lookbook of endless creativity. Here, the make-up master creates his favourite special-occasion looks exclusively for Glamour. THE HALO SMOKY EYE “I’ve always loved red tones on eyes, because they bring out all eye colours the most. They are truly universally flattering,” says Hung. He started by curling lashes with The Eyelash Curler £17 Kevyn…