Table of contents for 09-Apr-2018 in Look

‘ I love LA. I don’t think I’d move there, because I’m such a homebird,’ said Michelle Keegan back in December. Three months on, and we’re told there seems to have been a change of heart, with Michelle, 30, preferring LA life that bit more. For the past few months, Mich has been visiting husband Mark Wright, 31, in LA, where he’s based for his Extra TV presenting role. Insiders say that the lifestyle, the sunshine and spending time with her man are all contributing towards that change. ‘Michelle has reached a real crossroads in her life and realises that she and Mark can have an incredible future together in LA,’ explains an insider. ‘They’ve been viewing properties and are considering buying, which shows how serious she is about laying…

Credit where credit is due: David Attenborough helped spearhead the anti-plastic movement in the Blue Planet II finale, with the cause gaining increasing momentum the farther into 2018 we delve. Many restaurants no longer serve drinks with plastic straws unless requested, while shops have been deterring customers with carrier bag charges for years. So, why is it that people are coveting a plastic bag for £425? Céline debuted its now cult-status arm candy on the SS18 catwalk, but the bag in question has made a shift from runway to reality. Yes, fashion followers are buying and wearing them. Money aside, is it a good idea? Perhaps, if you follow through with the ‘bag for life’ analogy. But why is it that brands can slap a logo on anything and, hey…

Free People is a brand we’ve all heard of but know very little about. Born out of West Philadelphia in the ’70s, it fast became a hippy haven across the Atlantic. However, it wasn’t until 2012 that the brand’s UK site went live, and since then it’s quietly been gaining momentum. The last few months, in particular, have seen it skyrocket to style stardom. Thanks to its beautiful, breezy vibe, which we can’t seem to resist, it’s become an influencer’s best wardrobe secret. With broderie blouses, cotton dresses, basket bags and achingly cool denim aplenty, it’s safe to say that we, the people, want it all.…

She’s a blossoming style icon, published author, has her very own supper club with fellow presenter and partner in crime, Alice Levine, and she moonlights as host for BBC One’s Ready Or Not show on Saturday prime-time. To sum up: Laura Jackson, 31, is a pretty busy lady. Travelling all over the world for her career, her latest jaunt took her to Los Angeles for the launch party of pal Alexa Chung’s Superga collab. So, what does one do with 67 hours in the home of Hollywood? Apparently, quite a lot. If it’s one for the bucket list (translation: for the ’gram) then we’re all ears. Especially if our tour guide is as chic as Laura is... FOR THE FOODIES GJELINA ‘This Abbot Kinney eaterie is an LA fave for…

‘As a balayage addict, I am constantly fighting off coppery tones in my hair, so I find myself turning to purple shampoo to de-brass my brown. But violet washes are formulated with blondes in mind, and I actually need more bluish hues to counteract the red shades that start to form as my colour fades. So, you can imagine how excited I was when blue shampoos started to become a thing. Specifically made for brunettes, they work by using the complementary colour theory, where blue neutralises red and orange, mimicking a colour toning treatment only usually found in salons. This is my new quick-fix to ping my hair back to its former glory after sun-bleaching holidays, or for when I’m not able to schedule in that trip to the hairdressers.’…

Only in our wildest dreams did we ever think that a new lip offering would appear and knock our beloved matte member off the top shelf. But as we sit here, we’re currently applying our latest pout perfector: the lip powder. Pompous? Perhaps – but there’s good reason they’re our new handbag staple. Hydration and matte aren’t normally two words put together in beauty, but rather than leaving your lips feeling sticky, these new formulas are nourishing and as light as air – all the while still packing a punch. The result is a racy power pout without the dreaded dry mouth. Clinique Pop Lip Shadow Cushion Matte Lip Powder, £17 Clinique’s answer to a weightless, long-wear lipstick, the creamy pigment provides the ultimate colour payoff. Layer over a balm…

Streamlining your skincare routine doesn’t have to mean sacrificing that Insta-worthy glow. In fact, as Dr Sarah Shah explains: ‘The skin is a self-regulating organ and actually needs less help than we think it does.’ So, with that in mind, we talked to some of the industry’s biggest skincare experts, and it may surprise you to learn that there are multiple steps in our beauty regimes that we just don’t need (here’s looking at you, Korean beauty, with your mind-boggling 17-product line-up). In fact, some rituals do more harm than good. On our perpetual quest to save you time – and your hard-earned cash – here’s the essential things you should do to scale back your routine… MASTER THE NON-NEGOTIABLES First things first: determine what you really need. While skincare…

Shape up in gym clobber that fits… If ever there’s a time you need clothes that really fit, it’s gym time. Heaven knows, the risk of flashing/ falling out is multiplied no end where squats/skips/sit-ups are concerned. That’s why we’ve taken it upon ourselves to source the very best sportswear to suit every shape and size. Look to Marks & Spencer for bras up to a size G, and Simply Be for ranges from sizes 12-32. Inclusive just got a whole new meaning. Anxiety Attacks How to lay your stress to rest… Hands up if you stress about your commute. Hands up if you worry what your boss thinks of you. Hands up if you worry what people will think of your stodgy lunch leftovers. Chances are, we all suffer…

‘What are you telling your daughter when she grows up? You’ve got to just understand that you’re a girl. You have a vagina. So that’s not as valuable. What are you telling her?’ These are the words of actress Viola Davis, speaking about the gender pay gap. Her words lingered with us, angered us and disappointed us. But two years on, they still apply. This week (4 April) companies with over 250 staff have been requested by the Govt Equalities Office to disclose their gender pay gap figures* , and we’re about to find out how badly off we are. The figures released early are pretty disheartening. At Google, female employees are paid 17% less, IKEA are at 6.9%. Facebook, meanwhile, have a gender bonus pay gap of 41.5%. A…

When Balenciaga brings an add-on trend to the table, you know it’s worth trying. There was the sock boot, then the triangle bag, and now it’s all about the ribbon hoop earring. The objective is clear: hoop + ribbon + scarf + updo, and while Balenciaga might have called dibs on the craze, the high street plays host to a load of versions we can actually afford. Think of them as the summer hoop overhaul. The soft fabric and cute bow detail are the perfect addition to a lightweight linen dress, while Stradivarius’s dark polka dot pair will amp up an LBD and heels at the beach bar. You heard it here first……

We all have go-to feeds we head for when we need to indulge our shopping urges and Lucy Williams, @lucywilliams02, is one we’ve come to rely on. Having made a name for herself as a fashion authority, thanks to her blog Fashionmenow.co.uk, Lucy has since racked up a cool 321k followers with her effortless style, witty tone and eye for a high street hero piece. She’s already bagged her own collection with cult-status jewellery label Missoma, and now she follows in the footsteps of fellow social media guru, Man Repeller’s Leandra Medine, to take the sartorial spotlight in Mango’s Journeys series. Styling up and modelling the brand’s newest spring wares, Lucy heralds spots, stripes and checks as the prints to bookmark and utility separates as the tailoring to try, with…

Every city deserves its spot in the style stakes and this season it’s all about the gals from Palm Springs. Breezy bohemian dresses, vintage-looking slogan tees, distressed jeans and soft suedes are all essential for mastering the Modern Boho trend. No matter what the occasion, we’ll be going carefree and casual with an off-the-shoulder top or floppy fedora. Stockpile your ’drobe now… SHOP THIS LOOK Get your first look at what’s landed in George’s new spring range in-store and online now at george.com…

French Connection Marks & Spencer Coast Nasty Gal H&M Dorothy Perkins Zara Debenhams George @ Asda River Island…

Vita Liberata Body Blur, £29.50 ‘This gives a super-quick glow and it’s packed full of nourishing ingredients that smooth and blur out my skin to deliver an instant airbrushed look.’ @bangonstyle St. Tropez Instant Tan, £9.99 ‘This lotion gives a natural and even-looking tan, with no orangey undertone or streaks. I can use it just before a night out as it’s dries instantly, plus it smells fab and leaves no marks. It’s a beauty hero!’ @tarabedi1 Bondi Sands 1 Hour Express Self Tanning Foam, £18.99 ‘OK, so technically it’s not instant, BUT it gives a salon-worthy tan in under an hour, so I’m saying it qualifies. It’s a really natural-looking tan and it holds its own – even in the rain and during a hard-core gym sesh.’ @chloeburcham Sienna X…

Look on any lifestyle blog RN and you’ll spot a hint of a wicker chair, a jute rug or a seagrass basket or two. Yep, woven everything is the hot new home accessories trend we just can’t wait to try. Think natural materials and organic shapes on everything, from macramé wall hangings to rattan coffee tables. Style with sheepskin, foliage and tapestry print cushions and you’ll be living the bohemian dream in no time. ‘My flat is full of woven baskets. They’re a simple yet stylish way to store everyday clutter, display colourful home accessories or house my favourite plants.’ SARAH BARLOW, DEPUTY FASHION EDITOR…

Pacey & Joey We’re beside ourselves that the fab Dawson’s Creek cast reunited for an Entertainment Weekly cover shoot -– especially because Katie Holmes and Joshua Jackson, aka Pacey and Joey, looked oh-so friendly on set. They were the original #couplegoals. It’s A Spring Thing H&M has collaborated with print designer Anna Glover. More used to designing wallpaper, Anna’s range features bright palm prints next to delicate petal prints. Hello, picture perfect wedding-guestdressing. In stores 12 April. Coco Beach Karl Lagerfeld clearly doesn’t have enough on his plate, as he’s revealed he’s releasing dedicated Chanel beach and snow lines: Coco Beach and Coco Neige. Start saving your pennies for the June launch. #KKWxMARIO Kim’s joined forces with her make-up artist to create her first eyeshadow palette. It’s out 5 May…

If you’re an avid Look reader, you’ll know all about yellow. You’ll know that Tibi and Calvin Klein did it on the catwalks, that the street style set love it, and that we featured all our fave yellow frocks lately, too. What you won’t know is how everyone’s wearing it: with blue checks. From muted mustards to soft sorbets, anyone who’s anyone on the fashion front has taken to the tonal team-up. A buttercup bag will offset a pastel blue shirt, while grid styles will offset a canary jumper. Spring style has officially sprung.…

Selfridges PROENZA SCHOULER This season’s It fragrance, Proenza Schouler Arizona EDP, £68 for 50ml, launched at Selfridges earlier this year, and has been making its way into #shelfies ever since. With notes of jasmine, cactus blossom and musk – this smells like a sunset in the Deep South. KYPRIS Sure, it’s spenny, but the cult blue bottle of Kypris’ Antioxidant Dew, £68, is an icon, thanks to its potent blend of free-radical fighters. Read: It’s packed with powerful ingredients that neutralise environmental aggressors, preventing DNA damage and early signs of ageing. Need. DR.JART+ Known for its wacky packaging and incredible face masks, Dr. Jart+ is one of the leading K-beauty brands available in the UK. However, it’s the label’s new Cicapair range we keep seeing all over our Insta feeds.…

Free From Nasties TAN-LUXE WONDER OIL, £4 3 , FEELUNIQUE This toxin-free oil is great for sensitive skins, as it contains no parabens, mineral oils or chemicals. The rollerball applicator helps you dispense just the right amount of product, plus it’s cruelty-free and vegan-friendly, too. Crafted By A Tanning Expert ISLE OF PARADISE SELF TANNING DROPS, £19.95, BOOTS Created by tanning guru Jules Von Hep, these light, medium and dark game-changers guarantee you a natural- looking hue. Mix 2-3 drops in with your day or night cream, and you’ll soon look as if you’ve vacayed in the tropics. Glow And Go GUERLAIN TERRACOTTA RÊVE D’éTé TINTED SKINCARE JELLY, £3 4 , DEBENHAMS Want something more instant? Enter tanning jelly. The wash-off gel-like formula melts seamlessly into skin, adding just the…

FRENCH COOL GIRL Anne-Laure Mais From: Paris Follow: For the ultimate French cool-girl look in three steps: polka dots, berets andoval sunnies. Fun fact: She had her own collection last year with Parisian brand Leon & Harper. She’s obsessed with: Designer bags. We’re obsessed with: Copying her mirror selfies. HIGH END HERO Tamu Mcpherson From: Milan Follow: For constant designer outfit fomo and fierce footwear. Fun fact: Born in Jamaica, raised in NYC and living in Milan, she’s a former editor-in-chief turned street style photographer. She’s obsessed with: Statement jewels. We’re obsessed with: Her top-to-toe designer looks we can imitate on the high street. THE COLOURFUL KIWI Jessie Bush From: New Zealand Follow: For hero high street picks and making any outfit 100 times cooler by adding kicks. Fun fact:…