Table of contents for 14-Aug-2017 in Look

I’ve always been a shoe person. I can recall, from the age of five, lining up my (albeit limited) selection along the skirting board of my bedroom, ready to don at a moment’s notice – a trait I’ve carried with me into adulthood. Sitting pretty, they’ve since become somewhat of a décor fixture. When friends come over, I usher them upstairs to show them off, in much the same way my BFFs who’ve been blessed with children insist on showing me videos of their offspring eating carrots/ using the toilet/ snoring. We’re equally proud of the little guys that inhabit our lives. After all, my shoes and I have been through a lot together. From the heels I wore on my first day at Look 6+ years ago to the…

“Sarah going in the CBB house is the ultimate betrayal” It’s been over four months since Cheryl welcomed her first child with boyfriend Liam Payne. And while she’s spent the majority of her maternity leave out of the public eye and enjoying life as a new mum to baby Bear, the last few weeks have seen a major turnaround after she was forced to confront a series of dramas: an ex, a former friend and a former bandmate. We get it: it must be frustrating for Cheryl. According to our source, the 34-year-old just wants a ‘normal life’. But it seems that might not be so straightforward, after Chez is said to have rowed with former Girls Aloud bandmate Sarah Harding, resulting in Cheryl unfollowing Sarah on Twitter. Sarah, 35,…

Single season is in full swing. There’s something about summer that fuels our desire to date and, well, mate. Too much? Sorry. But with 37 per cent of Brits using dating apps as their main way to meet someone, and apps like Badoo boasting 355 million global users, competition is seriously up. Enter a new dating trend: the VIP club. Apps like Happn and Tinder have been adding exclusive enhanced features to their offerings in a bid to ‘upgrade’ our dating experience. Several of these are, of course, paid-for features and therefore some of you might question whether or not they really enhance your experience or are just a money-grabbing scheme. But with one in five of us using a monetised dating app (we’re a close second to the US)…

It’s a known fact to us ladies that the bigger the bag, the more we’ll fill it with ‘essentials’ – including our entire make-up collection, a dry shampoo stash and if you’re Paris Hilton, even your dog (RIP, Tinkerbell). But thanks to Valentino putting shockingly small handbags on the SS17 catwalk and making the high street follow suit, things are set to seriously change. We’re not just talking a reasonably sized cross-body bag, it’s a ‘choose your iPhone or lippy’ kinda situ. Tricky, we know, but when these teeny-tiny bags look so chic, it’s a decision we have no choice but to make. Take inspo from street stylers and wear them in bold colours and prints – because if not we’ll all be making a trip to Specsavers to be…

Once upon a time, the thought of wearing brights had us quaking in our LBDs. We first started to question ourselves when everyone from Céline to Emilio Pucci sent a rainbow of hues down the SS17 runway – and then came #LWIW. It was only a matter of time before the trend caught on and, sure enough, you lovely ladies have taken the whole brights thing and made it into something so good we’re prepared to bid adieu to monochrome for the forseeable future. Picture canary yellow frocks with laid-back kicks, and emerald green trews with statement earrings. Yep, you lot have passed the sartorial test with flying colours… Join the # LWIW Style Army FANCY GRACING THE PAGES OF LOOK? SIMPLY TAG YOUR OUTFIT SNAPS WITH #LWIW TO BE…

1 GALS Obvs, your number one WhatsApp group is dedicated to your lifelong best girls. And while you might literally discuss every topic under the sun, this is the place where big news breaks. We’re talking engagements, which mate from school is now pregnant with triplets and screenshots of how gross your ex-boyfriend has become in the last two years. 2 Roomies Depending what kind of relationship you have with your housemates, this could be the WhatsApp group you dread the most. YES, you’ve left the dishes unwashed, YES, you forgot to take the bins out, NO you haven’t stuck to the cleaning rota. *Silences group and moves out* 3 [Insert Name]’s Birthday One in around 20 temporary WhatsApp groups are set up to discuss secret birthday plans, presents and…

1 After washing, apply TONI&GUY Heat Protection Mist to towel-dried hair. Part dry your locks with a hairdryer. 2 Apply TONI&GUY Sea Salt Texturising Spray again while hair is still damp, running fingers through lengths to separate the strands as you dry them. 3 Pull hair away from the face. Starting from the crown, braid until the end and secure with a hair tie. Pull the braid apart with your fingers to give a more dishevelled, looser finish. In Partnership with TONI & GUY Explore more hair first fashion looks at boots.com/toni-guy…

STRAND SAVIOURS Whether it’s hot or humid, repeat after us: no bad hair days. We’re fed up with frizz. Seriously, what’s a girl got to do to get silky soft locks? Truth is, summer hair is stressed out. It’s something we like to refer to as SOS (Save Our Strands) and it isn’t a pretty sight. Stock up on these products to bring your hair back to its former glossy glory. SHAMPOO SWAP The last thing your hair needs when it’s stressed is a shampoo that’s going to strip it. Your natural hair oil is there to protect follicles, so work with it using Oribe Cleansing Crème, £ 41 . Spenny? Yes. Necessary? We think so. Don’t expect much lather, but do expect soft, smooth and happy tresses. Windle &…

Kérastase Resistance Masque Therapiste, £30.20 This is my secret weapon for frazzled strands. I apply it to towel-dried hair and leave it on for 10 minutes. It makes my hair feel incredible – plus it really helps control my natural frizz. @bangonstyle Shea Moisture Raw Shea Butter Deep Treatment Masque, £8.66 I try to use an intensive hair mask as often as I can. Comb this through wet hair and, for an |extra moisture boost, wrap in a towel and leave for an hour. @beautymavenworld Davines MINU Hair Mask, £19.45, Cultbeauty Being a hair health freak, I love anything that promises me stronger, softer locks. This doubles as a colour protector, so it helps keep my highlights looking bright. Two birds, one stone. @gdidwhat Label.M Honey & Oat Mask, £15.95…

Does it have enough support? Is it machine-washable? Just a couple of the questions we ask when on the hunt for a new sports bra – after all, there’s nothing less comfortable than a workout in underwear that just doesn’t fit. We’ve done the, um, chestwork and handpicked the most practical, stylish sports bras around, so throw out your old has-beens and invest in one of these for boobs that’ll nama-stay put while you’re in Downward Dog……

#1 STAR BUY OF THE WEEK There are two types of footwear in every woman’s shoedrobe. There are those practical, whatever-the-weather staples; and then there are those seasonal statement showstoppers – like these bold ankle boots by Dune. We know we should follow our gran’s advice and ‘save them for best’, but the flashy pink palette and supple, soft suede is just too tempting not to include in our next #OOTD post. Bye bye, sensible shoes, hello fash feet! Boots, £165, Dune 2.PIN-UP GIRL Pins, £ 5 , Monki 3.BASKET CASE Magazine basket, £ 39.99 , Zara Home 4.RACING STRIPES Dress, £ 75 , Jovonna 5.TOTALLY TROPICAL Skirt, £ 49 , Sosandar 6.BRUSH IT OFF Make-up brushes, £ 44.99 for set of five, Spectrum 7 VELVET CRUSH Cushion, £ 16…

Fashion is all about new takes on the familiar. It’s also about attention to detail. Here we have the circle of life: we spend our time looking for ways to touch up our wardrobe essentials, designers give us options, the high street recreates them. And when it comes to thinking up something fresh, it certainly ain’t easy. Take jeans. From half jeans to plastic ones, literally everything has been done. Even crotchless jeans with front-to-back zips. Yes, really. Vetements x Levi’s launched a unisex pair back in spring, and now Reformation has lost the plot crotch, too, albeit with a significantly more affordable offering. The big question is, would you wear them? We weigh up both sides of the front-to-back zipper argument… PROS • They’ll make going for a pee…

Sequin lovers rejoice! No longer just for NYE and 80s-themed parties, sequins are now acceptable for day-to-day dressing, too. We all have that sparkly outfit we save for special occasions, but now the style set have granted us permission to weave our standout items into our daily routines. Yep, that’s right, sparkles to the office or even on your weekly food shop get a thumbs-up as long as you follow these fail-safe rules… 1 Avoid looking too extra by sticking to one shimmering item only. 2 Avoid body-con because looser silhouettes are infinitely cooler. 3 The look is less Pat Butcher in Benidorm, more Olivia Palermo in NY: think shiny midi skirts with crisp white shirts. 3 Playing it safe? An accessory paired with denim will do the sartorial trick.…

The secret to a beautiful body is hanging with Ariel under the sea, with more beauty brands than ever tapping into the detoxifying properties of seaweed, plankton and sea-derived minerals. Get in on the all-over benefits of these marine buys that definitely deserve a place on your bathroom shelf. Estée Lauder Nutritious Micro-Algae Pore Minimizing Shake Tonic, £ 21 The nutrient-dense algae packed within this hydrating lotion helps to free skin of impurities and pollution caused by urban life. Sweep over clean skin to instantly hydrate, balance oil and minimise pores. Voya Invigorating Seaweed Soap, £ 11.50 Unlike other soap bars that can strip skin, leaving it feeling dry and tight, the added organic seaweed extracts in this soap bar help to create a velvety rich lather that nourishes as…

WEAR IT I’M WITH THE BAND… It’s time to take things back to Woodstock with this season’s newest crop of hippy prints and embroidered florals. Pair pretty peasant tops with tailored slacks for a chic office update. Embrace your inner flower child! SHARE IT INSPO (STYLE IT UP LIKE A FASH PRO-FO) CLASH BEADS AND BLOOMS! SHARE IT CAGED HEROES PEEKABOO THAT PEDI WITH A PAIR OF BLOCK-HEEL CAGED BOOTS TELL ME MORE… To see the new AW17 collection visit your nearest store, or shop online at matalan.co.uk MATALAN…

RAINBOW SATIN The fabric of the 80s, we’ve seen satin make a mega comeback on blouses, dresses and now shoes. Jewel-toned heels work for weddings, while mules and luxe trainers are a chic partner to ripped jeans. FOLK TALES DO wear with a floaty white cotton frock for barbecues and garden parties. DON’T double-up on embroidery. Let your shoes do the sartorial talking. DO team with a fresh, summery pedi. DON’T pull any loose threads. Instead trim them back as short as possible and add a small drop of clear nail polish to prevent further unravelling. PUT A RING ON IT • Because anything with a ring on it instantly looks designer. • Dress up or down – these styles will fit seamlessly into your existing wardrobe. • Next’s sandals…

ENDURING EYE MAKE-UP Going to a festival and need your eyeshadow to stay strong through sweat, sun and rain? By Terry Stylo Blackstar, £ 25 is your BFF. Once set, this colour isn’t going anywhere. Finish with a slick of Dolce & Gabbana Passioneyes Waterproof Mascara, £ 28 , for lashes that last forever. And don’t forget your brows – they’re as important as your liner. Make sure they’re budge-proof with Eylure’s Brow Pomade, £ 8.99 , for awesome arches that are completely sweat- and water-resistant. FACE FACTS Get the right kind of radiance with Topshop Glow Liquid Highlighter, £ 12 . A tiny bit goes a long way and you won’t suffer shiny streaks should you get sweaty. Not everyone wants to forgo foundation just because it’s summer. The…

BANISH BIKINI BUMPS Regular waxers know that ingrown hairs can be nasty. Bliss Ingrown Eliminating Pads, £ 26.50 , are soaked in hydroxy-acid solution to exfoliate and soothe flare-ups. Swipe across lumps and bumps and watch your bikini line reach new levels of loveliness. PACIFY PATCHY TAN MARKS Sweat is every self-tanner’s worst nightmare. Arm yourself with SenSpa Talc Free Natural Body Powder, £ 4.50 ,to stop sweaty streaks in their tracks. Dust a small amount over your false tan to absorb excess oil and sweat so you don’t feel sticky. Oh, and before you apply your weekly top-up, make sure you’ve removed all remnants of the old stuff. Bondi Sands Tan Eraser, £ 14.50 , does the job in a matter of minutes. No. Scrubbing. Necessary. RELIEVE RAZOR RASH…

Whether you’re Queen Beyoncé of Hollywood or Sarah from Staines, experts recommend avoiding exercise for up to six weeks following birth – or 12 weeks if you’ve had a C-section – then taking it slowly. That means no personal trainers – yes, even you, Bey. But if you’re gagging to stretch your legs (and get your newborn off to sleep), get started with some buggy-based moves. Just add a pram… 1 START SLOW A gentle 10 -minute walk to the park /coffee shop oughta do it. Make sure you listen to your body. Bonus: fresh afternoon air will help babies sleep at night as well as boosting your own serotonin levels. 2 BUGGY UP… Gradually up your walks from 20 to 40 to 60 minutes four times per week. Want…

SCULPT AND TONE Want to tan and tone at the same time? St.Tropez Gradual Tan Plus Sculpt and Glow Body Lotion, £ 18 , helps define while building a natural, youthful glow. Firming and tanning in one easy swipe? We’re in. BUILD YOUR COLOUR Nothing could be easier than the St.Tropez Gradual Tan Tinted Body Lotion, £ 15 . It delivers an instant hint of bronze, which gradually builds into a fab tan while keeping your skin hydrated. SHOWER GLOW Make your life even easier by building tanning into your daily routine, with St.Tropez Gradual Tan In Shower Lotion, £ 14.50 . Available in light or medium, it’s a simple way to achieve your ultimate glow.…

Elephant In The Room Literally. Urban Outfitters reports that approx 300 of its iconic elephant mugs are sold every week, making them the internet’s fave kitchenware. When they stack like this, we can see why. £12, Urban Outfitters Exceedingly Good Fun We’ve had the swan and the watermelon and now we present the Cherry Bakewell inflatable! It’s to celebrate Mr. Kipling’s summer range – find out how to get yours on their Facebook page. So chic. Head Over Heels Cue the new Saint Laurent shoe: roller-skate stilettos. Besides the fact they cost £1,995, we can only imagine how dangerous they are. Yeah, when we say head over heels, we mean literally. Face first. £1,995, Saint Laurent Tan-Line TAN-LUXE has launched a global helpline for when your fake tan troubles get…

Fact: RiRi knows how to deal with online trolls. Singer, actress, fashion designer, humanitarian and all-round babe – we basically want to be her BFF. We thought we couldn’t love her more. That is, until we heard how the 29-year-old handled body shamers last week. Earlier this month, a fan posted a 2015 video of RiRi shopping for snacks, captioned: ‘Everybody who calling rob [Rihanna] too fat @mdollas11 [RiRi’s friend] telling you what to do in this video K!! #mindyourown’. In the post, RiRi appears with armfuls of chocolate and crisps,while her pal shouts: ‘Stop judging her!’ RiRi had the last word on the video however, commenting: ‘Somebody called me too fat?’ with three laughing-face emojis. Sadly, it’s not the first time she’s had to defend herself online. A couple…

Good things come to those who wait. But if Swedish fashion giant H&M has anything to do with it, waiting is just not a thing. We’d only just got over the excitement of the surprise Colette x Studio announcement when we heard H&M would be teaming up with none other than Erdem for its next designer collaboration. And just when we thought it had all blown over, the brand new H&M Studio range landed in our inbox. It’s the seventh such collection and this one’s inspired by the hustle and bustle of the Big Apple, where street style meets sophistication. Think feminine forms adorned with artful graffiti prints and sharp suits alongside ladylike tops. H&M’s head of design and creative director Pernilla Wohlfahrt says: ‘This collection is all about tailoring…

The Oxford English Dictionary defines ‘slip’ as ‘to go on, or become a part of something easily’. This applies to Urban Outfitters’ Silence + Noise slip dress in several ways. Firstly, it’s literally easy to slip into because of the clever spandex fabric combo, which is super-stretchy but also structured. Secondly, it will slip into your wardrobe easily – just look at the number of Influencers wearing it (and how they’ve worn it) and it’s pretty clear that this really is the most versatile dress ever. And while the red and black versions were a sellout in February, the white and peach have been quickly added to our wardrobe. Which is why we’re pretty damn excited about this brand-new tapestry incarnation. It looks like the catwalk versions but is a…

Once, you’d only know Ashley James for being a Made in Chelsea reality star. The model, 30, originally starred on the show as Ollie Locke’s love interest, but since leaving SW3 two years ago, things have all changed. Now she’s pursuing a whole different career. Currently presenting behind the scenes for Hollyoaks (‘I love it – I literally grew up watching it,’ she tells us) she’s also a DJ at top events with BFF Charlotte De Carle and, most excitingly, she’s launched her feminist T-shirt line égaliTEE. With slogans like ‘Girl Gang’ and ‘Je Suis Femme’, empowering women is now what Ashley is focused on and she’s keen to make sure that we all feel confident in our own skin – she’s even imposed a no-airbrushing policy on all her…

WEAR IT AT THE WEEKEND… • Weekends call for comfy classics like this wide-leg jumpsuit. Don’t worry about looking too casj, though; your coiffed hairstyle is enough to earn you extra style kudos. WEAR IT TO WORK… • Any up-do or style that shows off your shoulders is the perfect pairing for a Bardotstyle top. Opt for one in a crisp cotton shirting to give it a slick, office-appropriate look while still showing a flash of flesh. WEAR IT TO A WEDDING… • Channel the braid’s 3D texture with a ruffle-trimmed dress and take advantage of your hair-free neckline by adding a fun choker.…

SKIN WITCHERY Clever Dr Sebagh Breakout Foaming Cleanser, £ 25 , contains witch hazel, actually proven to reduce sweat. Want another magical ingredient? Look for kaolin clay, which naturally absorbs and soaks up oil and sweat to keep skin looking matte and fresh. We recommend kaolin-packed REN ClearCalm 3 Clarifying Clay Cleanser, £ 19 . It helps clear complexions by unblocking pores and calming stressed-out skin. SWITCH IT UP Lightweight moisturisers are essential in summer. We love Murad Oil-Control Mattifier SPF 15 , £ 35 – it helps control oil and shine for up to eight hours, plus it helps prevent breakouts and protects the skin from sun damage. Malin+Goetz SPF 30 Face Moisturiser, £ 30 , is another winner, striking a balance between hydration and protection. It’s lightweight, fast-absorbing…

1 TIMING IS EVERYTHING  Tuesday to Thursday are the best days to fly, so bear that in mind for your last-minute deals. It will also be much easier to scoop a bargain in off-peak months: May, June and October. 2 GET SOCIAL ‘I’d recommend joining our Flying Club programme and you’ll be sent the best offers, but also follow us on Facebook and Twitter as our sale fares are always posted to these as soon as they’re released,’ a spokesperson from Virgin Atlantic tells us. 3 LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION  If you’re flexible, you’re bound to get a cheaper deal. Try using sites like teletextholidays.co.uk which has functions to search ‘anywhere’ and allow you to see which destination’s cheapest on the cheapest date. 4 SHOP AROUND SPECIFIC WEBSITES Finding a bargain getaway…

QUEST HERO Protein Bar in Blueberry Cobbler, £ 1.97 , luckyvitamin.com A dessert-flavoured pre-workout bar? Yes please! Contains: 17 g protein per bar BOUNCE V Life Coconut Cumin Protein Energy Ball, £ 1.89 , planetorganic.com This has a quirky flavour combo but is a vegan-friendly option. Contains: 9 g protein per ball FITJOY Birthday Cake Batter Protein Bar, £ 2.49 , discount supplements.co.uk Topped with rainbow sprinkles, this is one indulgent treat. Contains: 20 g protein per bar…

‘This décor is ideal for anyone who likes to be reminded of the good old days. It’s an excellent way of dotting colour throughout your home, while the furniture is totally timeless.’BRIDIE WILKINS, FASHION NEWS WRITER It will come as no surprise that we’re huge fans of the 70s when it comes to our wardrobes, but this week we’re totally crushing on retro styles for our homes, too. From 60s-style printed jars to statement armchairs that will totally transform a room, we’ve scoured the high street for the best vintage-inspired finds -– whatever your budget. Why not trade in your basic copper plant pot for a chic and fun Orla Kiely design, or replace a side table with this gold drinks trolley from Oliver Bonas?…