Table of contents for 10-Jul-2017 in Look

There are a few fail-safe summer identifiers: muggy weather, the smell of freshly cut grass. But nothing beats the vibes you get from Wimbledon, the super-casj tennis event to which the globe’s biggest stars (sporting or otherwise) flock, that’s so deeply rooted in British heritage it literally stops us in our fast-lane tracks. We prioritise tennis matches over working late which, for us Brits, is basically sacrilege, turning us into Pimm’s-chugging revellers. And, of course, it’s the perfect excuse to invest in centre court-worthy wares (p20). Meanwhile, sale season is upon us – although my issues with the calamity induced by '10 per cent off ’ posters runs deep. As a child, I’d accompany my mum to the Next sale and spend hours trying on clothes four sizes too big…

ASOS OUTLET Handily located on asos.com, you can sift through virtual rails of cut-price outfits and accessories from brands such as French Connection, Ganni, Warehouse and Ted Baker. All without crowds, queues or unflattering changing-room lighting. Sold. OFFCUTS BY OFFICE Selling ex-display and end-of-line styles, offcutshoes.co.uk is the place to head for Office shoes at 70 per cent off. There’s often only one pair of each style for sale, so make sure you sign up to the newsletter to hear about latest releases. MANGO OUTLET Grab your credit cards because mangooutlet.com is brimming with uh-mazing bargains RN. With up to 70 per cent off all the buys you missed out on last season, you can score a new wardrobe for your summer hols. LEFTIES Behold, the Zara outlet store you…

“Meghan doesn’t want to be a royal puppet and Harry is totally on board” The good news is that we’re told another royal wedding is imminent. The bad news? You might want to hold off planning a street party just yet. According to our sources, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are informally telling friends to prepare for an autumn wedding, but are insisting it will be a very understated affair. It’s not a total surprise. After all, Harry and Megs have always kept their relationship extremely private. While a royal wedding is usually a nationwide celebration (read: a day off work), it’s fitting these two would be the ones to break the status quo. In a recent, shockingly candid interview, Harry bravely revealed he 'wanted out’ of the Royal Family.…

You know how literally everyone owns a basket bag (or three)? Well, get ready for the footwear equivalent. Your new go-to for effortless style, braided shoes are perfect for summer and they make you look a little bit French. Made from woven pieces of leather, they’ve got all the appeal of their arm candy cousins, only with more cost-per-wear potential. Heading off for a week by the beach or surviving the heat wave in the city, the thatching will ensure your feet stay cool at all times. And the best bit? They dress up even the simplest of outfits. Chinos and a white tee? These red Miista heels have it sorted. Wear flat styles with denim cut-offs and a peasant blouse, or team block heel styles with floral tea dresses.…

If you haven’t already hopped on the natural skincare bandwagon, the time is now. Formerly exclusive and expensive, naturally derived products have, over the years, filtered down to the high street – and they’re now better than ever. The Boots Botanics range launched in 1995 and we’ve always been a fan. Working with the Royal Botanical Gardens at Kew, Botanics uses only the purest plant extracts, which are all sustainably sourced. Plus these products work wonders. This month sees the launch of a brand new range that’s packed full of natural, potent ingredients specifically chosen to target each complexion concern. The best part? The priciest product comes in at a purse- friendly £11.99. We’ve handpicked our heros from each line – prepare for your face to fall in love too.…

Whether it’s cat’s-eye flicks, hair up-dos or a killer contour hack, whenever we look for beauty inspo, Pinterest is where we head. And now the people behind the pins have revealed what’s trending. It turns out that coral is the colour being pinned most when it comes to beauty. In fact, searches for coral lips have risen by 115 per cent and nail polish by 925 per cent since the beginning of the year. We can’t say that we’re really all that surprised to be honest. Coral often makes a comeback around summer, ’cause everyone knows that the punchy tone looks amazing with a tan. But this season, there are more shades than ever falling into the spectrum. From creamy pastels to neons, here are our favourite ways to wear…

Perfect your pose and brush up on your selfie skills – there are make-up lessons, modelling classes… Welcome to the school of social media. It’s 6pm and you’re scrolling through Instagram on your commute home. How do these bloggers post so many impressive snaps? It’s easy to shun Insta fame as being reserved for those who have a naturally creative flare for the perfect flat lay. 'I’m just not that patient a person,’ you might tell yourself. But unfortunately, you won’t have an excuse for much longer. Learning how to be a social media influencer is now a thing – and you can actually go to school to do it. At the Yiwu Industrial and Commercial College in China, students can take a course in everything from how to take…

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Restore Your Curls Curly hair needs all the moisture it can get in summer to help banish frizz and keep waves and ringlets looking their best. Umberto Giannini Curl Jelly, £ 7 , is a new styling superhero as it defines, adds bounce and replenishes your locks – all with a no-crunch guarantee. Detox Your ’Do Your scalp often gets forgotten when it comes to haircare, but with all that extra sun exposure and product build-up, now’s the time to pay it some attention. Massage Aveda Pramãsana Purifying Scalp Cleanser, £ 23.50 at Fabled, into your roots before shampooing to deeply cleanse and exfoliate. This extra scalp attention also helps stimulate the follicles, accelerating hair growth. Feed Your Hair Lacklustre, dull locks? Give your ’do a helping hand with Grow…

Looking for that photo-perfect grin but don’t want to wait too long? Introducing new Pearl Drops Lasting Flawless White, the toothpaste that promises to attack tough stains and give you that glossy smile you’ve been craving – in just 14 days. How does this wonder product work? It’s all down to Pearl Drops’ patented Stain Prevention Technology and Mineral Complex, which helps restore teeth to their original colour. In fact, the formula’s clinically proven to remove 100 per cent more stains than a normal toothpaste, as well as getting rid of plaque and freshening breath. So that’s your teeth sorted. Now you just need a lippy to accentuate your new smile. Any excuse, eh?…

Reserved London’s Oxford Street now has a new addition. Reserved is the coolest Polish brand we’ve ever seen (it’s a little bit like Zara) and it’s hitting our fave London shopping destination in September. • Visit reserved.com It Makes Scents This stunning candle not only smells like summer mornings – for each one sold Jo Malone will donate 75 per cent of the retail price to charities looking after therapeutic gardens for those with mental health issues. We like. Jo Malone Iris & Lady Moore Scented Candle, £46 Bespoke Beauty Exclusive to Harrods, Lancôme can now scan skin and blend a custom foundation just for you. For, um, £ 90 . Beauty Editor Lydia is obsessed! No wonder there’s a 500 -long waiting list. Nap Bars Siesta & Go is…

#1 STAR BUY OF THE WEEK Bronzer can go two ways: very bad, or very good. NARS bronzer only goes one way: very good. Its latest offering, the Bord De Plage palette, is a combo of water-activated highlighters and light-diffusing bronzers to give a natural glow you’ll never have experienced before. Add the Velvet Shadow Sticks to the mix, and you’re sorted for life. LIFE, we tell you. NARS Bord De Plage Palette, £45 2.EYES ON YOU Sunglasses, £ 225 , Chloé at Very Exclusive 3.GET SHORTY Shorts, £ 14.90 , Uniqlo 4.PLEAT TREAT Skirt, £ 55 , Littlewoods 5.SUMMER DAZE Dress, £ 165 , Pampelone 6.MELLOW YELLOW Bag, £ 165 , L.K. Bennett 7 SO SMOOTH Clarins Body Fit, £ 39 8.AZTEC ATTACK Cushion, £ 26.99 , HomeSense SUPER…

“They’re hot and heavy and the chemistry is sizzling” Rihanna is giving us ultimate #lifegoals right now. From basically stealing the show in DJ Khaled’s new music video (hello, earring envy) to being caught snogging her new man while holidaying last week, Rihanna is LIVING. It’s about time; the 29-year-old singer has had a lot on her plate recently. She’s had her music scrutinised, her debut TV acting role in Bates Motel heavily critiqued and, as Look previously reported, was being dragged back into her ex Chris Brown’s life when his most recent girlfriend Karrueche Tran reportedly asked her to testify against him in her bid for a restraining order. All negativity that RiRi has been desperate to get away from. But did Rihanna crumble? Did she fall down? No…

So What Is It And Why Do We Get It? Well, it’s genetic (thanks, M&D) and occurs when too much keratin builds up in the skin’s hair follicles. Keratin (the protein that’s found in the outer layer of the skin) blocks the hair follicles, which causes the surface to thicken and pores to appear red and bumpy. It can appear all over your body, but problem areas tend to be thighs and arms. 5 Rules For Banishing KERATOSIS PILARIS 1 . Watch Your Shower Temperature Everyone loves a hot shower, but it can dry out skin and leave it dehydrated. This can then lead to inflammation, so try turning the temperature down from hot to tepid. 2 . Don’t Be Tempted To Pick Don’t even think about squeezing those bumps,…

“‘I own countless striped shirts, but it only takes one to nail city chic. Wear with jeans for brunch with the girls, or smarten up with a midi skirt and block heels for a look that’ll take you from desk to drinks – just add a clutch’” “‘Broderie to me is like a mouse to a cat: I have to have it. Handily, then, it’s probably the most versatile fabric I own. You can offset it with metallic add-ons after dark, or keep it casj with kicks and a cross-body, and you’ll be cool no matter how warm it gets’” “‘I used to think straw bags were a waste of money since I’d only use them on holiday, but anything goes this season. Choose a structured number like…

The Earli-Moon Meaning: Everyone knows that planning a wedding can put pressure on a relationship. In fact, 18 per cent say it’s the most stressful life event ever. That’s why so many couples are having their honeymoon before the big day. It’s said to soothe tensions and give you something to look forward to – plus your tan will be on point for the wedding photos, which is great. How it’s used: ‘We’re taking an earli-moon and our parents are sorting out the rest of the wedding.’ The Commitment Ceremony Meaning: Millennial couples are shunning the official part of the wedding ceremony, with research suggesting we find it 'dull’. This way they can have an unofficial ceremony anywhere they please, without being beholden to the traditional (and legally binding)…

“The biggest mistake is to imitate others” ‘After being fired from my office job and managing to make my blog work full-time, I set up the No Bull Blog School to remove all the hype and BS around blogging and becoming an influencer. I teach everything you need to know to start and grow a successful blog. However, there’s so much more that goes into it – branding, social media, techie back-end stuff, how to monetise and grow your personal brand and business... the list goes on. ‘My signature Blueprint To Blogging course costs £ 175 and is a six-week intensive programme. It puts everything about starting a blog and becoming an influencer into easy terms, plus it’s all done online so people can watch in their own time, which…

Pixi Vitamin Wakeup Mist, £16 Orange, lavender and citrus make this the freshest-smelling face spray around. A couple of spritzes and I’m instantly zapped out of my mid-afternoon slump. @gdidwhat Avène Eau Thermale Water Spray, £6.50 This is a cult product for a reason. It’s easy on sensitive skin and makes for a great poolside pick-me-up when you’re feeling hot and bothered. Plus it’s handbag-sized. @chloeburcham Mario Badescu Facial Spray With Aloe Herbs And Rosewater, £7 My skin is oily but can get quite dry at times. So I like to use this instead of a moisturiser in the summer. @stylemavenworld Neal’s Yard Remedies White Tea Face Mist, £13 This calms down my skin post-gym and it’s great for using on top of makeup for a light, dewy finish. One…

1 GET ENOUGH SLEEP (OBVS) The cast-iron rule of the early bird. Seven to nine hours is medically recommended but loads of us aren’t getting this due to our hectic lifestyles. The rest your body needs to function can only be had from proper sleep – really zonking out for a good night, not just a few hours to recharge. Don’t try to beat your body. You will not win. 2 YOU SNOOZE, YOU LOSE It’s time for the biggest break-up of your life: you and the snooze button are never, ever getting back together. According to sleep experts it actually makes you more drowsy as your ‘snooze nap’ doesn’t allow you to back into deep sleep. Jump out of bed and try the ‘inverted snooze’ technique, where you do…

Sales are overwhelming at the best of times. Do you brave it in store or play safe online? Whatever you do, you’re placing yourself in the midst of a rat race. A rat race to get to the checkout armed with everything you want, without a moment to think about whether what you’re buying is at all necessary. How handy would it be, then, if someone could do the thinking part for you? If all you had to do was grab it and go? Consider it done, ladies. Consider it done. ZARA’S TRENDING-NOW KNOCKDOWNS They made it to the official ‘trending now’ section on site, and now these are all reduced. Trust us when we say they won’t stick around long… NEW LOOK’S INSTA-WORTHY INVESTMENTS You know the drill. 1)…

“Sienna is his type – they have great chemistry” One word: Brienna. When we first heard that Brad Pitt and Sienna Miller were, er, getting close at Glastonbury Festival last weekend, we were kind of excited. I mean, couple goals, right? But is all as it seems – and how is Angelina Jolie feeling? Fast-forward a week, and according to sources speaking exclusively to Look , Ange had her suspicions and the recent revelations haven’t come as a surprise. Since rumours began circulating about 53-year-old Brad and Sienna, 35, earlier this year (the pair were spotted cosying up in LA at an after-screening dinner of The Lost City Of Z in April), he and Ange are said to have agreed to keep their private lives under wraps. And even though…

The thought of winter in Britain usually makes us want to buy a one-way ticket to the other side of the world (especially when we’ve been treated to weather like this of late). The temperature, the dark mornings, the dry lips… There’s absolutely nothing to like about the cold season. But then came New Look and its AW17 offering. Ochre, cobalt and rust are the key shades to bookmark, while a hefty helping of patterns such as tapestry, checks and sequins makes for a drop that’ll work both now and then. The wear-whenever theme continues into add-ons, too, with statement earrings that’ll look just as good with summer dresses as they will festive ones. Clearly NL had this all planned, since the drop will land later this month. And we…

1. Prep Apply Schwarzkopf got 2 b Volumaniac bodifying mousse to towel-dried hair, focusing on roots. 2. Protect Defend tresses withgot 2 b Guardian Angel heat protection spray, applying tomid-lengths and ends. 3. Wave After blow-drying, create a side parting and use a wide-barrelled curling tong to create glamorous supersized waves. 4 . Fix Ensure your waves stay in place with a spritz of got 2 b 2 Sexy volumizing hairspray. Ultra hold, extra boost. Bronde Brigade For an edgy take on summer blonde, use Schwarzkopf LIVE Intense Lightener Absolute Platinum, RRP £ 5.49 ,on lengths and LIVE Intense Colour Luminous Brown, RRP £ 5.49 , on roots. Visit livecolour.com  for more inspiration and stockists…

“I don’t think I could have sex on TV” Chatting to Caroline Flack is a lot like catching up with one of your mates – and since Love Island returned to our lives, it’s fair to say our obsession with the show – and Cazza – has spiralled. Finally, the 37-year-old TV presenter is back on form, looking cool AF, totally flawless and giving us a weekly round-up of all the rows, recouplings and muggings off within the villa. While Caroline seems happier than ever, it hasn’t been an easy year. After admittedly jumping between relationships since her twenties, she put herself on a 'relationship detox’ – which, during our chat, she says she needed. But while Cazza openly reveals to Look that she’s not seeing anyone in particular, she…

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Cleanse your skin with this soothing shower cream just before bedtime. The calming oils work together to ensure a good night’s sleep. Shower, then apply just before you dry off. The cream works with wet skin to lock in twice the amount of moisture and dries in half the time. This cult fragrance is now in shower scrub form, meaning you can cleanse and exfoliate your skin and scent it at the same time. Applied in the shower, this aftersun body wash removes sunscreen, sand, salt and chlorine from your skin and leaves your bod feeling smooth and rehydrated.…

Happy… SUMMER SCENTS Sure, we love the warm, light evenings this time of year – but one of the best things about summer has got to be the scent-filled air. However, getting us all to agree on a fave is no mean feat. A recent survey found that, along with the smell of the seaside, the aroma of fish and chips and the fragrance of flowers scored highly. We don’t know about you, but guzzling chips on the beach while wearing a floral crown sounds pretty good to us… Happier… DOING IT FOR THE BRITS Following in Tobey Maguire and Andrew Garfield’s A-list footsteps, British actor Tom Holland will don the red and blue suit on 5 July in the latest Marvel movie offering, Spider-Man: Homecoming. Holding his own alongside…

Sportswear just got chic… There’s something to be said for an activewear label Rosie Huntington-Whiteley wears. And Jourdan Dunn. Oh, and Lily Collins. We’ve had an eye on Varley since its 2014 launch but have fallen hard for the new SS17 range, a collection that’s both practical and Insta-worthy. From sassy snakeskin prints to must-have mesh panelling, this is sportswear to be seen in. Not convinced? Prices start at just £45, which for something A-list-approved is pretty good going, no? We rest our case. Celeb-Approved Fitness Fixes THE EATING PLAN Miranda Kerr said she had ‘more energy than ever’ after embracing the blood-type eating plan. Eat Right 4 Your Type by Peter D’Adamo (£8.99, Century) THE BAR-RAISING SNACK ‘These are great to have on hand when I’m on the go…