Table of contents for Issue 1021 in Closer

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She first caught the virus more than two years ago. And now Jamie Oliver has revealed his wife of 22 years, Jools, 47, has been an “absolute superstar” as she is still dealing with the after-effects of Covid. Jools – who shares children Poppy, 20, Daisy, 19, Petal 13, Buddy, 11, and River, six, with Jamie, who she met when they were just 17 – has been desperately trying to find a cure for long Covid after suffering with it since she first developed the illness in 2020. Last week, Jamie, 47, revealed, “She’s had bad Covid and long Covid, so she’s been really affected by it, sadly. She’s OK but still not where she wants to be. It’s been two years, she finds it deeply scary.” Jamie also bemoaned…

JENNIFER: ‘You realise how much your body can take’ Actress, model and singer Jennifer Ellison is best known for her role in Brookside – she played Emily Shadwick from 1998 to 2003 in the Channel 4 soap – but viewers will see her in a new light as she handles the trials and challenges of the show. And Jennifer, 39, says it was her fellow comrades who got her through it all. She explains, “When you watch those military films and hear the stories, you think, ‘How could you run back and put yourself in that situation to protect someone?’ It’s that brotherhood. We’re all at such different stages in all our lives, but we bonded.” And she was impressed by the instructors – former US Marine Rudy Reyes, US…

She’s set to star on the new series of Strictly in September and Kym Marsh is hoping that her status as a “glamorous granny” will help her to win the show. Last week, the former Coronation Street actress, 46, announced she’d become a grandmother for the second time, after her son David and his fiancée Courtney welcomed a baby boy on 17 August. Sharing the happy news with her 513,000 Instagram followers, Kym – who became a mum herself when she was just 21 – wrote, “Introducing Clayton Lenny David Cunliffe!!! Our beautiful new grandson was welcomed into the world on 17.08.22 weighing a whopping 10lb 7oz! I am so very proud of our future daughter-in-law for being such a warrior and of our son for being the most wonderful,…

CEO Naomi Hallum and her charity organisation, Generation Vegan, have been helping the war effort by delivering nutritious meals to those on the ground in Ukraine. She says, “Two years ago when the pandemic started, we decided that as an organisation we wanted to help and promote a vegan lifestyle. We did it for the animals, people and the environment. “Since then we have donated one million meals worldwide, and when war broke out in Ukraine, we decided to use our initiative to help and show our support. “We reached out to vegan activists and organisations in Ukraine via social media and asked how we could support them, through food or financial donations. Some of our staff went to help on the border and our Ukrainian partners took food into…

They’ve been married for 25 years, but last week, Sylvester Stallone and his wife Jennifer Flavin announced that they were separating. According to initial reports, the former model, 54 – who first met the Hollywood actor, 76, at a Beverly Hills restaurant in 1988 – filed for divorce after Sylvester purchased a pet rottweiler named Dwight, which triggered arguments between the couple. But the Rambo actor revealed, “We did not end the relationship on such a trivial argument. We just went in different directions. I have the highest respect for Jennifer. I will always love her.” According to the divorce papers, Jennifer claimed that her ex – who is nicknamed “Sly” – had been “moving assets” from their marital funds. She said, “While we will no longer be married, I…

As she poses for our exclusive photo shoot, Sophie Kasaei can’t hide her delight as she catches a glimpse of herself in the mirror. “I’m feeling so confident, and I’ve got my sexy body back,” the 32-year-old beams as she speaks to Closer. “For years, I’ve been conscious of my botched body and my scars from surgery, but now I’m finally happy with the way I look.” Last month the star, who shot to fame in Geordie Shore in 2011, underwent a breast reduction, a reverse tummy tuck and corrective work to her Brazilian Bum Lift (BBL) procedure, in a bid to remedy her previous operations. She readily admits her quest for perfection, which saw her go under the knife several times, left her with a string of health complications…

• Former GBBO winner Edd says, “I cannot keep jars of Biscoff spread in the house… a spoon will magically appear in my hand, willing me to take a bite.” GO VEGGIE YOU DON’T NEED MEAT TO MAKE A MEAL OF IT… EGGS AND GUACAMOLE ON TOAST SERVES 2 • ½ red onion, roughly chopped • 1 red chilli, finely chopped • 1 garlic clove, sliced • 2 tbsp coriander, including stalks, chopped- • 1 ripe avocado, peeled and cubed • 2 tbsp lime juice • ½-1 tsp chilli powder (ancho is best), to taste • 2 large British Lion eggs • 2 slices sourdough bread, toasted STEP 1 In a pestle and mortar, pound the onion, chilli, garlic and coriander until it forms a thick paste. STEP 2 Put…

This dating game isn’t half difficult at times! And I’m referring to the “game” element, because that’s what it feels like it’s become. It’s such a challenge to understand and interpret what someone’s agenda is and, often, I don’t think they know themselves! I went on a first date last week. His messages had been brief, direct, almost stand-offish. He made a handful of selfdeprecating comments, but I always believe it’s best to judge someone in person. We went for a drink and the conversation flowed easily, I wouldn’t say he was my usual type, and there wasn’t a spark. But I am often open to seeing if things can develop. He generously insisted on paying, but I knew from the way we hugged goodbye that the chemistry was non-existent.…

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HERO BUYS RIVER ISLAND £70 Take this piece from desk to disco with platforms and hoops. BERSHKA £15.99 Vintage shades are back, and these tinted ones will give a groovy vibe. WAREHOUSE £69 Putting a retro spin on the classic basket bag trend, you’ll wear this year after year. NOBODY’S CHILD £49 A nod to the flower power era, this flattering midi has flared sleeves too. MONKI £25 With cooler weather on the way, layer over a white shirt. MAKE IT WORK For a party-perfect look, pair this old-school set with metallic gold platforms. WEAR IT WITH Balance out loud prints with a neutral blazer. H&M, £34.99 Tuck in a printed blouse for a fashionforward look. BOOHOO, £12 Repurpose summer dresses for autumn with knee boots. NASTY GAL, £60…

1 KATIE PRICE: TRAUMA AND ME STRUGGLES WITH MENTAL HEALTH THU 8 SEPT, 9PM, C4 An emotional one-off, set to document Katie Price’s “downward spiral” – where the troubled star talks about the traumatic events of September 2021, when she crashed her car while drink-driving, and narrowly avoided being jailed just before Christmas. At the time, Katie admitted she “could have killed someone” – and said she was “incredibly sorry”. Now, for the first time, she discusses the events that led to her stay in The Priory, as well as touching upon the steps she’s taking to rebuild her life. Those helping her to recover feature as well. NEW SERIES 2 MARTIN COMPSTON’S SCOTTISH FLING NEW TRAVEL SHOW FRI 9 SEPT, 9.30PM, BBC2 Line Of Duty’s Martin Compston spends “six…

Nearly Weds Podcast Are you getting married, planning to or even just fancy a good laugh? Then join Made In Chelsea’s Jamie Laing and Sophie Habboo, who are on their own journey to the altar. They talk everything from rings to reception, detailing every element of getting married as they plan their big day. For the latest, subscribe to their new show “NearlyWeds”. MAGIC RADIO IS NOW AVAILABLE ACROSS THE UK ON YOUR DAB DIGITAL RADIO FOR MORE INFO VISIT: WWW.MAGIC.CO.UK…

The countdown has begun as Prince Harry and Meghan Markle prepare to return to the UK next week, and the controversial couple have wasted no time in launching their rumoured goal of ingratiating themselves back into the hearts of the UK public. Meghan finally released her hotly anticipated podcast, Archetypes, last week – just a fortnight before their return to Frogmore Cottage in Windsor. The couple are set to attend the One Young World Summit on 5 September, before flying to Germany and returning for the Wellchild Awards in London on 8 September. But while some have praised Meghan, 41, for empowering women with an inspiring first episode interview with her close friend and tennis legend Serena Williams, critics have slammed the podcast as another thinly-veiled dig at the royal…

As Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck tied the knot for the second time in a star-studded wedding at Ben’s £7 million Georgia estate, they looked every inch the loved-up newlyweds. But there was clearly already a touch of trouble in paradise when, just days after the lavish Old-Hollywood-themed bash, the A-list couple were snapped having a heated conversation on their Italian honeymoon. In a video released of the pair having dinner at their posh hotel in Lake Como, a stern-faced Ben, 50, was seen vigorously gesticulating during what looked like a tense exchange with his new wife, aka J-Lo, 53. And insiders tell Closer how their romantic getaway was tainted with rows sparked by the reality of their future together. Since rekindling their romance last April – 17 years after…

Hunter Moore was the selfproclaimed “King of Revenge Porn” in the early 2010s, when he ran the website “Is Anyone Up”, encouraging users to post explicit images of people without their consent. Moore ensured each photo had as many identifying details included as possible, such as links to social media accounts, and users were encouraged to leave hate-filled comments aimed at humiliating the victim. In television interviews he claimed he shouldn’t be blamed for the anguish felt by his victims, because they had taken the photo, not him. He met his downfall when mum Charlotte Laws waged war against him after her daughter’s photos appeared on the website. Charlotte felt police didn’t take her complaints seriously and the FBI needed time to investigate, so she worked to bring together a…

Talking about her return from her recent summer holiday, Vogue Williams hit the headlines last week after she slammed a fellow plane passenger for refusing to swap seats with her so she could sit with her family. The Irish model later called him a “twat” and a “piece of sh**” on her podcast – and fans were divided over who was in the right in the incident. And now, speaking to Closer about her new show, Send Nudes: Body SOS, the former reality star hits out again, but this time it’s at online trolls who made her struggle with her body confidence in the early days of her fame. Vogue, 36, who has three children, Theodore, three, Gigi, two, and four-month-old Otto, with her reality TV star husband Spencer Matthews,…

He may only be one-year-old, but little Jareem Akram has a wardrobe most adults would be jealous of. His mum, Kasey, splurges thousands of pounds on designer goods for the tot, including a £750 Versace chain, a £925 diamond-encrusted bracelet and a £1,000 solid gold dummy. Despite the extravagant costs, single mum Kasey, 32, wouldn’t have it any other way. She says, “Jareem is the loveliest little boy in the world, and I only want the best for him. Whatever he likes, he gets. Spending money on my boy is my choice, and I would never dream of letting him go without.” The stay-at-home mum, who has worked as a dancer and a model, previously had no interest in having children. But when Kasey unexpectedly found out that she was…

She recently said she was “the happiest she’s ever been” after getting engaged to her fiance, David, and was even planning to tie the knot in the Maldives. But last week, it was revealed that Danniella Westbrook has split with her jailbird lover. The former EastEnDers actress, 48, has called it quits with toyboy David, 28 – who is serving time in Pentonville prison – after a tumultuous six-year romance, telling pals that the distance in their relationship has made things “tough”. An insider reveals, “Danniella and David have unfortunately decided to part ways after a really tough relationship. “It’s been so difficult for her but she’s decided to do what’s best for herself. She really did love him, she thought he was The One.” The source continues, “Danniella is…

He’s dated the likes of Sofia Richie and Amelia Gray Hamlin. But in a rare move, it now appears that Scott Disick has a new girlfriend 2 who is uncharacteristically older than him. Last week, it emerged that Scott, 39, has been quietly dating Kimberly Stewart for “a few months”. According to an insider, Scott and Kimberly, 43 – who is the daughter of rocker Rod Stewart – are “really into each other” and have been “getting to know each other in a different way than seeing each other as friends”. After meeting a few years ago, the pair were spotted holding hands when leaving Santa Monica hotspot Giorgio Baldi last week. This isn’t the first time the couple have been linked. In 2015, they sparked romance rumours after becoming…

It’s exam results season – and while some young people have been celebrating, others may be feeling not so happy with the way they went. I left school with very little in the way of GCSEs, so exams and qualifications were never the biggest part of my life. I think a work ethic is more important. It may feel like exams are the most important thing in the world – but actually they aren’t. You can still chase your dreams and get wherever you want to go by working very, very hard. And where you think you want to be now may well be very different 20 years from now! The one bit of advice I would give about exams and results is forget about the fiscal advantages of high-paid…

FELLOW CAST-MATES “Us Geordie Shore girls get a lot of criticism for the amount of surgery we’ve had, but we’re honest about what we’ve had done. I have Botox and filler here and there. There are a lot of celebrities out there who’ve had surgery and never admit to it.” GOING NATURAL… “It’s important to remember that trends will come and go. Gone are the days of over-the-top surgery – now it’s all about natural boobs and bums. Even fake lashes are out. I’ve ditched heavy make-up and I’m embracing my natural Persian curly hair too.” BECOMING A MUM… “I’d love to settle down and have kids. I suffer with endometriosis, so I’m yet to find out whether my fertility has been affected, but I’m not too worried. There are…

INSIDE PHYLLIS’ FRIDGE • Halloumi • Houmous • Brie • Capers • Pesto • Jalapenos • Olives • Red Leicester • Cheddar • Chicken thighs • Ham • Banana • Pasta • Celery • Salmon • Spinach • Bacon • Mayonnaise • Orange juice • Oat milk • Semi-skimmed milk • Moretti alcoholfree beer • White wine • Sparkling water • Clamato tomato cocktail PHYLLIS How much do you spend per week? About £80 for me, my husband [actor Kevin McNally] and son David. I shop locally so I don’t stock up the fridge for a week’s food in case it goes off. Describe your daily diet… First thing, I have a cup of tea and then maybe a hard-boiled egg on a rice cake for brunch or a bacon…

YOUR GUIDE TO EMOTIONAL ISSUES AND FAMILY LIFE WITH PSYCHOLOGICAL THERAPIST EMMA KENNY Having empathy for whatever your partner is facing is essential, but you cannot feel personally responsible for their happiness, nor can you solve their problems. You can, however, help them to figure out their solutions, and encourage them to grow in resilience. Acknowledge that you understand the difficulties they are experiencing, but have boundaries as regards the role you can play in resolving their issues. Explain that you are happy to listen to them share their fears and worries so that they can begin to think about possible solutions. Getting them to think positively and practically about alternative outcomes will automatically make them feel less afraid and more in control. You want to be compassionate, but if…

TV PRESENTER CHERRY HEALEY, 41, ON HOW SHE LOOKS AFTER HER BODY AND MIND EVERY MORNING I STRETCH… and I do yoga twice a week. After I’ve dropped my son at school, I go to the gym, run on the treadmill and lift some weights. I also love running by the river and paddle boarding. I CAN SPEND HALF THE DAY FEELING ANXIOUS… before I do something about it. I take CBD drinks by TRIP and do lots of breath work. There’s a technique called Square Breathing where you imagine your breath going into different corners of the square. It’s very good for minimising anxiety. I will also call someone for a chat. I LOVE GARDENING… We recently moved to a place with a small garden and I absolutely love…

GET HER LOOK NATHALIE EMMANUEL Injecting sunshine into the streets of New York, Game of Thrones actress Nathalie dressed for summer in a vibrant yellow dress by Emilia Wickstead. She gave the elegant, fit-and-flare number a modern twist with metallic sky-high heels and chunky gold jewellery. EVERYBODY’S WEARING… OVERSIZED SHIRTS No wardrobe is complete without an oversized shirt. Perfect for layering over a dress on a cool summer’s evening, or paired with jeans and trainers for a casual daytime look, it’s a piece that makes every outfit feel “done”. To nail the trend like Katie Holmes, Jennifer Lopez and Gigi Hadid, shop our favourite high-street shirts here – with prices starting from just £7! FASHION WORTH TALKING ABOUT Mindy Kaling, 43 Actress and comedian Mindy stepped out in this three-tone…

EXFOLIATING TONIC Unclog pores and ease congestion with this daily use exfoliating tonic. Drizzle onto a cotton pad and swipe over a freshly cleansed face to rid skin of dead cells and help to detox. You’ll notice a reduction in blemishes and imperfections after just a few uses. PIXI CLARITY TONIC £18 TARGETED TREATMENT Using a clean finger or bud, dab this healing treatment gel directly onto spots to help dry them out. The clever anti-spot technology relieves problem skin and mops up excess oils. Pop on overnight and allow it to work its magic! ORIGINS SUPER SPOT REMOVER £17 CALMING CLEANSER The key to clear and healthy skin is to keep it clean, so a daily face wash is essential. This one is packed with salicylic acid and niacinamide,…

IF IT’S YOUR BIRTHDAY THIS WEEK Believe it not, you have great financial stars this year. So take a moment now to think about what you want to achieve moneywise in the year ahead. Workshop ideas and talk to influential people. Expecting good things will attract them! THIS WEEK’S CELEB STAR SIGN Virgo 23 AUG – 22 SEP Now’s time to focus on your most important one-to-one relationships. The planet of love, Venus, is moving back into your sign for the first time in months. Expect to feel more loved and loving. If one relationship is shaky, work on it now. Visit yasminboland.com for your daily horoscope LIBRA 23 SEP – 22 OCT This time of the year is always a little low-key for you. The Sun drops into your…

Emily Atack looked happy and relaxed last week on holiday in Spain. Wearing an orange and white checked bikini, she and a friend waded in the sea, laughed and chatted in the sunshine. The 32-year-old body positivity advocate posted a pic of herself to her Instagram, writing, “Just wear the sodding bikini and have a lovely time” – with celebrity pal Jesy Nelson posting, “Bloody love you!” Emily has been open in the past about her struggle with body confidence, saying that, growing up, she felt she should look a certain way. She admitted, “I always used to notice how thin the mannequins were in shops and trying clothes on, and it didn’t look like that on me. It makes you feel like you’ve failed in some way. I thought…

When Rachel Thomas’* 15-year-old son Jamie* first stopped doing his chores and joked that it was “women’s work”, she assumed it was teenage rebellion. But as Jamie’s behaviour continued to change, she wondered if something more sinister was going on. Rachel, from London, says, “Jamie became very dismissive towards me. If my husband and I were discussing politics, for example, he’d always take his father’s point of view. “He stopped helping around the house, leaving his plates on the table and refusing to help hang out the washing, which had been his job since he was 11.” PUZZLED Unbeknown to Rachel, her son had been sucked in by Andrew Tate, the 35-year-old “influencer” spreading misogyny online. Rachel says, “Up until then Jamie and I had always been very close and…

Dressed in bright yellow and beaming as she appeared on Good Morning Britain alongside Judge Robert Rinder to celebrate her NTA nomination last week, Kate Garraway admitted she was on the verge of tears as her friend celebrated her as “sunshine” against a “backdrop of darkness”. RESILIENCE Mum-of-two Kate, 55, has been a beacon of hope and resilience since her husband, political advisor Derek Draper, became the “worst affected living patient” after being struck with the Covid virus in March 2020. However, with the couple’s 17th wedding anniversary approaching on 10 September, insiders say the poignant day has been a sad reminder for the TV star of how much their life, and marriage, has been turned upside down. A source says, “Their wedding anniversary is just days away and with…

‘I THINK WOMEN TODAY WANT TO LOOK HEALTHY AND CURVY’ She was called “Skeletal Spice” by one newspaper at the height of her pop star fame and she’s been blasted for using “emaciated” models to represent her fashion brand, amid shocking accusations from some that her label is promoting eating disorders. And after years of weight-related criticism both personally and professionally, Victoria Beckham, 48, has declared that “being really thin is old-fashioned” and has expanded her clothing range to cater for curvier women. Fans flocked to applaud the mum-of-four – whose designs previously stopped at a size 14 – for introducing size 16 and 18, for the first time since its 2008 launch. One wrote, “Hoorah!!! Finally VB models of all sizes, well done!” Another added, “Finally qween! You listened…

Mum-of-one Kristina, 33, says, “I can’t believe it’s been six months since our lives changed. Every day when I wake up, I have to process what we’ve been through all over again. “When the war broke out, we stayed in our home at first, about 15 minutes from the centre of Kyiv. There were missiles being thrown around, and bombs going off – air raids could hit anywhere and there was nowhere to hide out in the open, so we felt it was much safer to stay home – even though we didn’t have a basement or shelter. “When it got dark, we turned off all the lights so we couldn’t be targeted, and moved around with the torches from our mobile phones. It was crazy watching the news and…

They were together for 11 years before calling it quits in June. But now Shakira has found a reason to be “very angry” at her ex-partner Gerard Pique – because he has gone public with his new girlfriend. The Barcelona footballer, 35, has been quietly dating PR student Clara Chia Marti, 23, and the two were pictured kissing at the Summerfest Cerdanya festival in Catalonia last week. But Shakira, 45 – who shares sons Milan, nine, and Sasha, seven, with Gerard – is said to be fuming that he broke a deal they reportedly made to keep any new romances under wraps for at least a year to save embarrassment. Gerard is thought to have met 23-year-old Clara while she worked on events at his production company, Kosmos. A source…

Bianca Gascoigne has revealed she is expecting her first child with boyfriend Arron Wright. Taking to Instagram, the TV star announced the news in a poster inspired by the 2007 rom-com Knocked Up and revealed their baby’s due date by adding, “Coming Feb 2023”. Bianca, 35, captioned the milestone post, “We’re having a baby”, which immediately racked up a series of congratulatory messages. Bianca has been dating Arron for a year and they recently celebrated their first anniversary with a romantic trip to Paris. But the couple, who went Instagram official in December 2021, have been friends for 14 years, having crossed paths at a party at the Dubai races. The star has previously gushed about Arron, insisting he is The One. She said: “We’ll get married. He’s husband material.…

Whether you want to Boost your mind, body, soul, finances, relationships, love life or style, we’ve got recommendations for things that actually work. Scan the QR code for more tips or search for @TheBoostUK on Instagram! FIND A PHRASE AND REPEAT IT One technique for reducing stress is to home in on a word, phrase or object. This is known as a “relaxation response” and could be repeating “OM” during meditation, or as Dr Ravindran suggests, ‘“Something as simple as counting one when taking in a breath and two when breathing out.” What’s more, he also suggests the 54321 technique. He explains, “Look for five things you can see, four things you can touch, three things you can hear, two things you can smell and one thing you can taste.…

DR CHRISTIAN GIVES HIS TAKE ON THE HOT HEALTH TOPICS OF THE WEEK Ambulance crews are now taking an average of 59 minutes and seven seconds to respond to category two 999 calls. When you call 999, call handlers work out how serious the need for help is, from category one to four. Category one calls need an immediate response to a life-threatening condition, – so if someone isn’t breathing or is having a cardiac arrest – while category two means someone is suffering with a serious condition, like a stroke or chest pain. STAY CALM Taking nearly an hour to get to someone who is very sick sounds worrying, but you can make a real difference while you wait. First, take a deep breath, collect your thoughts, calm yourself…

According to research, over half of British parents take a relaxed approach to raising children, with very few or inconsistent rules. Fiftythree per cent are more relaxed about what their children eat and drink than their own parents were, while two in five don’t expect their children to help with chores. With soaring obesity rates in children, and research suggesting that entitlement levels in teens are at an all-time high, parents need to incorporate some healthy boundaries, routines and rules. IT’S OK TO SAY ‘NO’ My own parenting style involves never shouting at, hitting, or humiliating my children. This compassionate approach means neither of my children have ever raised their voices at me, slammed doors, or stormed out of the house. Often, when I discuss compassionate parenting, people imagine that…

HELPING YOU SPEND WISELY, SAVE MORE AND EARN BETTER Owning a car is a necessity for many of us, but so is saving money – especially at the moment. Read on for tips, tricks and trades that could make all the difference. CHECK ALL THE COSTS IF YOU LEASE “Finding an affordable car is all about carefully working out your budget – once you’ve covered your rent or mortgage and essentials like household bills, how much have you got left?” says heycar’s Sarah Tooze. Thinking of leasing rather than buying? “Bear in mind that it’s not just the monthly leasing cost, you need to factor in car insurance, road tax, fuel, and service, maintenance and repair costs. Make sure you read all the small print carefully, so you don’t get…

WEAR WHAT MAKES YOU HAPPY “After becoming a mum, I lost my confidence with dressing. Now my youngest is four, I’m having fun with fashion again. That’s what’s important – it’s not about following trends or wearing what your mates are wearing, but what brings you joy and makes you feel great when looking in the mirror.” TU AT SAINSBURY’S £18 CREATE A CAPSULE WARDROBE “It’s important to work on a classic capsule wardrobe. For summer, a good pair of tailored shorts are a must, as they can be styled in so many ways. A blazer is great for when the great British weather lets you down, and a midi dress is always a winner.” BLAZER, H&M £29.99 SHORTS, ZARA £25.99 EMBRACE DRESS UP! “When you go out somewhere special,…

1 FIND YOUR SHAPE To work out the most flattering brow shape for your face, start by holding a brow pencil vertically against your nostril – this is where your brow should begin. Then, if you angle the pencil so that it’s across your pupil, that’s your arch. Finally, to mark the end of your brow, tilt the pencil once again so that it’s lined up with the end of your eye. 2 DEFINE THE LINE Once you’ve marked out your shape, use a pencil, pen or pomade to define the outline of your brows. Slowly draw short, fine lines. For a natural finish, focus the product on the bottom half of your brows then comb the hairs upwards. 3 FILL AND FEATHER If you have sparse areas that need…

MUST READ The Hundamental Guide to Life: Learn to Live, Love & Laugh Like a True Hun (HUNSNET – GARETH HOWELLS) Hunsnet have created the ultimate guide to Hun culture. Filled with memes, in-jokes and the definitive dict-hun-ary, we couldn’t get enough of this bible for all true Huns. So crack open the Zinfandel and enjoy! BEST DAY OUT Stranger Things: The Experience Netflix series Stranger Things has opened a new experience at the Troubadour Brent Cross Studios at Brent Cross Town in North West London. Visitors have the chance to unlock their powers and help Eleven save Hawkins from the monsters of the Upsidedown. The immersive experience lasts an hour full of ‘80s nostalgia and atmospheric celebration of the Stranger Things universe.…

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