Table of contents for 15-May-2017 in Look

And more specifically, the five summer buys set to bag us all likes IRL and in Insta-life, minus any real effort. For ever since the SS17 lookbooks landed at Look HQ way back in September, we’ve been champing at the metaphorical (probs Gucci) bit to champion the Best Buys for Summer 2017™. This week it’s the turn of the five power brands – all destined to 'pull a Self-Portrait’ and become next season’s most spotted items. Hold onto your hats for: 1. @PiratesAndViolets – for services to the round straw basket bag. Pimp yours with pompoms as standard, £48. 2. @PampeloneClothing – a Look favourite. Treat yourself then sit back and watch the likes roll in. 3. @RaeFeather – for summer slides, ’spadrilles and statement clutches aplenty. Impossible to resist.…

“It’s a sign they’re carving out his celeb status already” In the past few weeks, we’ve done our fair share of speculating over Cheryl and Liam Payne’s chosen baby name. But while we went back and forth between Alfie, Taylor, Simon, Liam Jr (even Gary was thrown around a couple of times), we never anticipated the name Bear. While fans are pretty confused (one tweeted: 'Bear Payne is a feeling you get when you stand on Lego not a baby’s name’), we think baby Bear is seriously cute – and what’s more, we’ve got the inside scoop on why Cheryl, 33, and Liam, 23, may have chosen Bear. According to reports, the pair picked the name over a month after their baby was born because they felt it suited his…

Recent studies have revealed that 8/10 of us are still failing to adequately apply sunscreen before going out in the sun, meaning we’re exposing our skin to the danger of premature ageing, sunburn and cancer. Eek! But with more advanced fake tan formulas than ever, there’s really no need to scrimp on the SPF to get that sun-kissed appearance. From new-age sun protection to the modern ways to fake it, here’s Look’s guide to getting a summer glow the safe way… SPF 101  The highest risk months in the UK are May to September, with 30-40 % of UV still being able to penetrate through cloud cover. Arm yourself with our protection top picks. FACE FAVES 1 Vichy Idéal Soleil BB Cream, £ 16.50 – with SPF 50 and a…

Beyond keeping tabs on our exes (just us?), Instagram provides us with the capacity to do a lot of other things – like scoping out new fashion labels. The latest brand to hit our radar? Dr. Denim. Joining the illustrious Scandi style ranks, the company was founded in a basement in Sweden by two brothers, who proceeded to launch an offering of the best, most effortless denim we’ve ever seen. Hardly surprising, then, that the Instagram style circuit is overflowing with #ootd shots featuring the label. Each pair of jeans is likely to set you back around £45 and you can choose from 'skin tight’, 'tight’, 'regular’ or 'loose’ fit. As well as jeans, there are tops, skirts, jumpsuits, dresses, dungas and jackets, too. The fact that ASOS has already…

Top, £89.99, Gracia at Ownthelook.com 8am: After getting dressed, I attempted to eat breakfast, during which my sleeve dipped into my cereal bowl and got drenched in milk. Promptly mopped it up and continued with optimism. 8.30am: Tried to straighten hair. Ended up straightening my sleeve. ghds 1, sleeve 0. 9.30am: Boarded the bus and got my sleeve caught in the door. Embarrassing doesn’t cut it. 11.25am: Loo break. Sleeve winds up in the sink. Thank goodness it wasn’t the toilet… 11.30am: A man held the door open for me after said disastrous loo break. Instead of the romantic interlude you’re probably picturing (thanks, Hollywood), my sleeve was actually caught in my jean zip. Kill. Me. Now. 1pm: More food-dipping over lunch. Gravy sleeves, anyone? 5pm: Left my desk after…

Who Spends The Most On Haircuts? Scots are the big spenders. Edinburgh residents top the table with an average yearly spend of £152.97 on their haircuts, while surprisingly Liverpudlians spend the least. They aren’t likely to fork out more than £95.96 on annual trips to the salon Women spend 43 % more on haircuts than men do We’re a nation of non-complainers. 40 % is the percentage of Brits who wouldn’t complain about a bad haircut Brits spend more than £ 38,000 on haircuts in their lifetime. That’s more than the average first-time buyer mortgage deposit, and a collective spend of £6bn a year for the nation £2 5 ,000 is the cost of the UK’s…

Oasis Zara Urban Outfitters Dorothy Perkins ASOS Dune Topshop Primark NEW IN LOOK FASHION Want More?! Shop Look’s Daily Edit Of Topshop At fashion.look.co.uk/brands…

'I’m a bit embarrassed by how much my everyday make-up is worth! But, thanks to my job, I’m lucky enough to try a lot of these for free. Although I did pay £51 for that concealer from Japan because it’s really worth it. And I do love a bargain beauty buy, too… Promise!’ Chloe Burcham, Look Deputy Beauty Editor @chloeburcham 'My make-up bag is such a mix of high-end and budget beauty. I adore luxury brands but also love a good bargain and you can get some great products on the high street, it’s just a bit more hit and miss… You have to know where to look!’ Fleur De Force, beauty blogger and Look Influencer @fleurdeforce 'I’m shocked how much I spend on make-up but I’ve trialled and tested…

IT’S NOT… What it says on the tin – 'Dick’ is actually a person. THE PLOT… Adapted from the revolutionary feminist novel by Chris Kaus, the story follows struggling married couple Chris (Kathryn Hahn) and Sylvere (Griffin Dunne) who – after temporarily relocating from New York to Texas – both become obsessed with a professor named Dick (Kevin Bacon). The show’s co-creator Sarah Gubbins says: 'There’s nothing else like it. It’s so ferocious and honest and you can’t look away from the way in which it’s narrated… The journey [Chris] has to take isn’t a pretty one, but it allows the audience to want to be a part of it.’ YOU’LL LOVE… Kathryn Hahn (also known for playing Michelle in How To Lose A Guy In 10 Days). 'It’s so…

WHAT’S NOT BARBED BROWS First feathered brows, now this. Reminds Look of our granddad’s eyebrows. PIMP YOUR PROSECC’ Rose gold shimmer for your bubbly? YES, says Popaball, £6.99. So wrong or ever so right? GOING OUT Why would you when Netflix comes this good. First up, The Keepers… WHAT’S HOT PC G. PIG Look is rather smitten with New Zealand’s latest road safety recruit, Elliot. MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS WEEK Make this the week you start speaking out (p38). PEONIES Set to be the most hashtagged flower of 2017, so says Bloom & Wild…

“He’s told the world such intimate details” Currently in the depths of negotiating their hugely complicated divorce proceedings, exes of seven months Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt are once again at loggerheads after Brad spoke out last week in a candid new interview. It seemed the pair had finally set aside their differences after Brad declared during the interview that he and Ange, 41, were 'working together to sort this out’. But, according to a close friend speaking exclusively to Look , Ange – who was aware of the interview – had no idea of the depth of detail Brad would go into about their marriage, his alleged struggles with alcohol and the kids. 'I can’t remember a day since I got out of college when I wasn’t boozing or…

There’s just something about Victoria Beckham. Despite running a global fashion empire at the same time as being a full-time mum, she quite literally glows. Even though she’s in and out of different time zones and hopping on and off jets, she makes it look effortless. You too can channel the fashion designer by following her tricks for an über-healthy lifestyle… WORK OUT, HARD ‘I work out every day. I do either Tracy Anderson, SoulCycle, or Barry’s Bootcamp. I get up about 6am, work out, get the kids up, get them changed, give them breakfast, take them to school, then do more working out before I go to the office. And to do all of that, I’ve got to fuel my body correctly.’ FIND THE FOODS THAT SUIT YOU ‘I…

The Skincare-Friendly Tan We all want a bronzed complexion, but sometimes your nightly serum/moisturiser/eye cream can totally balls up your glow. Enter St Tropez Self Tan Express Bronzing Face Sheet Mask, £ 15 . Infused with hyaluronic acid, you leave it on for five, 10 or 15 minutes, depending on the depth you want. Once removed, blend the excess serum into the hairline and down the neck, and relax while your tan starts to develop over the next four hours. The MUA Approved Tan No one knows how to faux a glow better than the top make-up artists in the biz. And now, our favourite MUA has brought out her very own! Charlotte Tilbury’s Overnight Bronze & Glow Mask, £ 38 , gives a gradual, radiant tan over one to…

#1 @ ASOS 1 Pixi Glow Tonic, £ 18 This hard-working little multitasker encourages skin cells to renew, revealing a brighter and more glowing complexion underneath. Having gained a cult following since its launch in 1999, it’s no real surprise it’s the number one sell-out product at ASOS Beauty. #1 @ Space NK 2 BECCA Champagne Pop Highlighter, £ 32 Beauty junkies all around the world are obsessed with BECCA’s Champagne Pop. It leaves your skin with a soft, pearl-like glow that’s universally flattering. Space NK are forever having to restock this super skin hero. #1 @ Feel Unique 3 Emma Hardie Amazing Face Moringa Cleansing Balm, £ 39 Packed with essential oils, vitamins and antioxidants, this cult cleansing balm melts away make-up, cleansing deep into pores while leaving skin…

“ Pleated skirts were huge news last season and they’re still on my radar. I love the foil finish on this gold midi – it was made for the dancefloor. Give your feminine separates an edgy overhaul with leather pieces to offset the prim vibe. ” “ Don’t be afraid to go top-to-toe pastel; the trick to getting it right without looking like a giant cupcake is to work in nude or beige hues where you can. Case in point – this handbag. ” “ Now, don’t get me wrong – I love dresses and could wear one every day. But when I can frock no more, jumpsuits are my going out go-to. This one is the springtime dream thanks to that oh-so-pretty floral print. Add metallic heels…

Canada has bestowed us with many an amazing thing: maple syrup, the Canadian tuxedo (AKA double), not to mention the two Ryans – Gosling and Reynolds. Now, though, we’re coveting something else born CA-side. With shoes prettier than Justin Trudeau’s face (we’re obviously joking; nothing’s prettier than his face), Montreal-based brand L’Intervalle’s meteoric rise to style stardom was inevitable. Following in the cult-status footsteps of Jessica Buurman, L’Intervalle offers up some of the best could-be-designer shoes we’ve ever seen – from Céline-esque slip-ons to Gucci-inspired oriental block heels – so it’s no surprise influencers are snapping up its standout boots and sassy lace-up numbers. With prices that won’t break the bank, there’s no excuse not to treat yourself to a pair of Canada’s finest. Even if your SO doesn’t approve,…

“ As you get older you realise people aren’t perfect ” If you’re wondering whether Hailey Baldwin looks like she does in her Instagram photos, the answer is yes. Yes she does. As soon as we sit down to chat with the 20-year-old It girl in Paris, we realise that, unlike other celebrities, she definitely doesn’t edit her photos. Daughter of Hollywood actor Stephen Baldwin, BFFs with Kendall Jenner and Bella Hadid and a model for labels such as Ralph Lauren and Dolce & Gabbana, she’s a social media sensation – and it’s easy to see why. After all, amassing 9.9m Instagram followers doesn’t just happen to anybody. Now, in her role as L’Oréal Professionnel INOA and Pro Fiber ambassador, Hailey is confident, cool and refreshingly honest. Miss Baldwin means…

Khaki Caged Heels Expect to see these beauties popping up everywhere on your Insta feed – but hurry if you want to snag a pair of your own. Boots, £20. Available at Matalan Key Buys You’ll Live In This Summer 1 Shorts, £12 2 Top, £8 3 Mac, £25 4 Trousers, £16 5 Espadrilles, £12 6 Bag, £10 7 Top, £12 8 Jacket, £30 9 Top, £8 10 Shorts, £14 11 Sunglasses, £4 12 Mules, £10. All from Matalan Patchwork Perfection The A-line skirt has been reworked – this season it’s all about constructed panels in multiple denim washes. Skirt, £14 THIS WEEK…WATCH #THESHOW Host Denise Van Outen is joined by Alesha Dixon and Andrea McLean who share their favourite pieces from Matalan’s SS17 collections. Tune in at matalan.co.uk…

LIPS Yep, glitter lips are sticking around for spring, thanks to the launch of Topshop’s Lip Kit, £18. Pair with a slick of mascara and keep your base sheer for the ultimate wearability. EYES The easiest way to get your glitter fix is with eye make-up. Wet your brush to intensify the pigment of glitter eyeshadow, or opt for a glitter liner for an easy, on-trend update: RMK Ingenious Powder Eyes in Pale Blue, £15; Giorgio Armani Eyes To Kill Proliner in 40NA, £27. EARS No, we’re not joking... glitter ears are actually a thing! Don’t believe us? Check out this model’s lobes at the Giamba SS 17 show. We might leave this one on the catwalk for now, though… FACE We all love a subtle sheen for an everyday…

‘EXTREME YOU’ MEANS... ‘Stepping up to take the kinds of risks that will propel you forward, taking ownership and learning from the consequences of these actions, because you know that your greatest potential is not found in your comfort zone,’ explains Sarah. Here’s how to adopt her strategy now: 1 CHECK YOURSELF OUT  ‘Success is understanding who you are, how you are naturally wired and what moves you,’ says Sarah. It’s also about being open to change. ‘Take an inventory of your year, look at your activities, holidays and plans.’ If it’s all the same, think about how you can switch it up. 2 GET OUT OF LINE If you want something, how can you approach it from a different angle? Stop ‘queueing’ and get yourself noticed. If you want…

#1 STAR BUY OF THE WEEK We’re all about bagging (pun unintended) a bargain, and Very’s beach-cum-bar-cum-brunch carry-all is exactly that. Indeed, it suits practically every occasion, but it’s a triple trend-ticker with fringing, monochrome and stripes, too. Last but definitely not least, it’ll fit everything you could possibly need inside – without you looking like the Bag Lady. Sold. Bag, £22, Very.co.uk 2.ANKLE CANDY Sandals, £ 85 , Boden 3.THINK PINK Moschino Pink Fresh Couture EDT, £ 35 for 30 ml 4.POOLSIDE POLISHED Swimsuit, £ 55 , Biba at House of Fraser 5.SPLIT SECOND Culottes, £ 25.99 , Bershka 6.BLOT-TO-DOT Murad MattEffect Blotting Perfector, £ 32 7 TIME TEAM Watch, £ 139 , Cluse 8.BASKET CASE Bag, £ 16 , Matalan 9 MAGIC LAMP Lantern, £ 35 , Oliver…

• HE REGRETS HIS DIVORCE ‘I hit the lottery and I still would waste my time on those hollow pursuits.’ • HE’S NOW SOBER ‘I was a professional… I can’t remember a day since I got out of college when I wasn’t boozing or had a spliff, or something. I was boozing too much. It’s just become a problem. And I’m really happy it’s been half a year now, which is bittersweet, but I’ve got my feelings in my fingertips again.’ • HE’S IN THERAPY ‘I love it. I love it. I went through two therapists to get the right one.’ • HE’S SPEAKING TO ANGE ‘We’ve been able to work together to sort this out. We’re both doing our best.’ • HE’S DOING EVERYTHING TO MAKE AMENDS WITH HIS…

By Look’s Fashion News and Commercial Content Editor Maxine Eggenberger, who met Victoria at her store launch. If there ever was a pinch-me moment, this was it… ‘They say you should never meet your heroes. But when the opportunity arose to meet one of mine, I threw caution to the wind and did it anyway. I’ve followed Victoria Beckham through her days as a pop star right up to the moment she became a fashion darling. So, when I finally came face-to-face with her, I crumbled. She was just so striking. She’s rarely seen without her oversized sunnies, so it was a revelation to see her sans glasses, looking radiant. Even with a hefty to-do list, she looks like she’s got her full eight hours every…

When Instagram Stories first became a thing, we could barely contain ourselves. The novelty of adding pizza emojis, drawing stars and bestowing ourselves with heart-shaped sunnies just never gets old. Now we’ve noticed said sunglasses (along with the aviators and retro roundies) are available to buy IRL, and they’re just as enjoyable in physical form. If you’re not as bold as you are behind the screen (let’s face it, who is?), go for the yellow aviators – but we fully advise you go all-out with a heart pair. Whichever you choose, rest assured you’ll look just as good as you do virtually. We tried it out and it was a huge success story. See what we did there? Story? Success story? We’ll stop…

1 H&M’S BUDGET BLUES No girl should be without a trusty denim frock, and H&M is packed to the rafters with some of the best on the high street. We’re swapping our dungas for this button-up version, which is a dead-ringer of AG Jeans’ coveted style – and a tenth of the price. £ 12.99 , H&M 2 MANGO’S ROUND-THE-CLOCK FROCK Whether you’re in the office, headed to brunch or gearing up for a big night out, Mango’s little white dress will make sure you look suitably chic 24/ 7 . Part of its Committed range, it’s also ethically made. Sold? We thought so. £ 69.99 , Mango 3 M&S’S WAIT-LIST WONDER Fashion editors lost it when they locked eyes on this showstopper at Marks & Spencer’s press day back…

1. Prep Apply Schwarzkopf got 2 b Volumaniac root lifting spray to the roots of damp hair for an instant boost. 2. Wave Dry and section hair, then twist around a medium barrel curling iron to create Hollywood waves. 3. Volumise Sprinkle got 2 b Powder’ful volumizing styling powder on roots and gently massage it in for extra texture and height. 4 . Hold Complete with got 2 b Happy Hour hairspray for long-lasting hold and to remove fly-aways. Bouncy hair is but a spritz away… Violet Riot For a vibrant purple style use Schwarzkopf LIVE Ultra Brightsor Pastel Purple Punk. Get softer hues by mixing with LIVE Pastel It, or if you’re brave go permanent with LIVE Lightener + Twist in Cool Lilac, all RRP £ 5.49 .…

Get Bedazzled Whether a mere hint of sparkle or a gobstopper of a gem, jewels are the summer shoe adornment du jour. There’s nothing they won’t go with: flats will give you poolside style to rival J-Lo’s while the likes of Topshop’s fuchsia heels have ‘wedding guest winner’ written all over them. Clog On! They may not be the most elegant of footwear choices, but clogs are actually super-chic. With the high street offering all manner of colours, styles and heel heights, it’s easy to find something to suit your own style – and, rather brilliantly, they’re the comfiest shoes you can imagine. Expect to see these beauties clogging up (sorry) your Insta feed right about now. ORNATE ORIENTAL For some of the most beautiful buys that are more Chinese…

Glow Forth Did you know 'glow’ is now one of the most Googled make-up terms? Yep, our obsession with highlighting shows no signs of fading. Thankfully, Too Faced has released its Love Light Highlighter, £25 – and it’s the only complexion-enhancing compact you’re going to need. Available in three shades: Blinded By The Light (Gold), You Light Up My Life (Silver) and Ray Of Light (Rose). Shade Shifters Stila’s Color Calm Balm Lipsticks, £16 each, are a swipe of genius. Packed with peppermint oils, they glide across lips. Available in three hues, Grayson softens brown undertones, Opal neutralises red and pink undertones, while Misty enhances your natural lip colour. Use on its own or under your fave lippy for a personalised pout. THE COST OF GOOD BROWS A report from…

FOLLOWERS: 50.5 k ‘I was posting my yoga progress one day and was inspired to use the archway of my apartment. It went viral.’ FLEXY LADY ‘I was a dancer, so I already had some existing flexibility, but I started actively working on my flexibility seven years ago. I fell in love with yoga, and began practising daily, but I also stretch when doing home activities, like reading a book. I want to be stretchy well into my eighties!’ LONG AND LEAN ‘I work out at least five times a week. I prefer using my own bodyweight to build long, lean muscle; I’m obsessed with mat Pilates! I’ve seen a change in my body since I started.’ FOOD FOR ABS ‘I don’t count calories but I am very mindful about…

Brick walls, exposed pipes, wooden floorboards – previously, these interior accents would have only seen the light of day during the renovation process. Now, industrial interiors have become the need-to-know abode trend. But there’s no need to hire a wrecking ball. Instead, we recommend snapping up one of these brilliant buys. From copper lighting to raw wood wardrobes, every room can be given the edgy treatment without the risk of plaster falling on you while you watch TV. Which is all we can hope for, really. All available at very.co.uk. MAXINE EGGENBERGER, FASHION NEWS & COMMERCIAL CONTENT EDITOR, SAYS: 'This trend is a natural fit for my home, which is a menagerie of grey. For a sleek alternative, try offsetting these minimal pieces against a matte navy or forest green…

Jollof Fried Chicken MARINADE: 1-2 HOURS PREP: 15 MINS INGREDIENTS • 2 tbsp jollof dry spice mix (see recipe below)• ½ tsp crushed sea salt• ½ tsp ground black pepper• 1 tsp rapeseed oil• 4 chicken breasts, cut into strips• 250 ml buttermilk• 500 ml vegetable oil, for frying COATING • 150 g cornflour• ½ tsp ground black pepper• ½ tsp crushed sea salt• 1 tsp ground nutmeg JOLLOF DRY SPICE MIX • 25 g ground ginger• 25 g garlic powder• 20 g dried chilli flakes• 35 g dried thyme• 25 g ground cinnamon• 15 g ground nutmeg• 15 g ground coriander• ¼ tsp cooking salt• ¼ tsp ground black pepper 1 Combine the jollof mix with salt and black pepper and the rapeseed oil in a large bowl. Add the chicken and buttermilk and ensure the meat is well covered. Clingfilm the bowl and leave to marinate in the…

MISS SLOANE Starring Jessica Chastain as Elizabeth Sloane, this gripping thriller follows a team of political power-players living and working in Washington DC. Elizabeth is renowned for being the most successful and in-demand lobbyist – but when she meets her match, will she risk everything in order to win? • Out 12 May THE LEVELLING When trainee vet Clover (played by Ellie Kendrick) learns her brother has died in an apparent suicide, she returns to the Somerset farm where she grew up. As she pieces events together – and faces her father, who she hasn’t spoken to in years – Clover finds herself on an emotional journey about her family and her brother’s death. • Out 12 May…

Here at Look we made it our personal mission to get real on social media, with last week’s issue being entirely dedicated to championing the cause. And, boy, did it go down a storm. Joining us on our #GetRealIssue crusade were some of Instagram’s most influential faces and, most importantly, you. From outfit snaps to selfies, people from across the platform revealed exactly how many snaps/filters/apps it took to take 'The One’, giving us all a dose of reality in the process. What’s more, the campaign’s ongoing, and to get involved all you need to do is tag your selfie with #GetRealIssue and tell us exactly how many attempts it took for you to get one you’d happily upload. So, in the name of sisterhood, here’s some of our favourite…