Table of contents for 26 September 16 in Look

COMFORT …And it’s all down to Victoria Beckham, who has single-handedly made comfortable cool again. Fine – we also have Nike, Adidas and Gucci to thank for services to sneakers – but if we learnt one thing from NYFW, it was this: VB wants us to feel comfy. Low-slung waistlines, drawstring tops, flats… She calls her SS17 collection 'fresh and carefree’. We call it 'perfect fashion fodder if you love potatoes and hate blisters’ (all of us). Peeling off bandage dresses and stillys in favour of shirts and loafers, Posh has finally flicked her noughties alter ego the 'middle V’. For the rest of us? It means: 1. Your 'chilled Sunday’ outfit is now OK for bigwig board meetings too. 2. That baggy shirt’s set to become the hardest working…

EDITOR: GILLY FERGUSON Topshop ‘Jamie’ FASHION NEWS EDITOR: MAXINE EGGENBERGER River Island ‘Ashley’ FASHION STYLIST: LUCIE CLIFFORD New Look’s high-waisted skinnies BEAUTY WRITER: GABRIELLE DYER ASOS ‘Ridley’ LOOK INFLUENCER: OLIVIA COX Levi’s ‘331’ LOOK INFLUENCER: CLEAN EATING ALICE Topshop ‘Leigh’ LOOK INFLUENCER: SABRINA CHAKICI Paige ‘Skyline’ WANT TO BE A LOOK INFLUENCER? Tag @Lookmagazine on Instagram #LookAtMe to join our global network of style ambassadors…

 By now you’ll have cast aside your denim cut offs and crochet tops for another year, but there’s no need to dwell on outfits past. September is the time to upgrade your wardrobe and Matalan’s AW 16 offering is one of the best we’ve seen. As well as trusty jeans and Breton tops, the affordable shopping hotspot has upped its style cred tenfold with fierce frocks, cool camo prints and beaut shoes worthy of #fwis status. Throw in the occasional layering trick (this slip dress and casual tee combo is going to be our default look from now on) and what do you get? The coolest capsule this side of the catwalk, that’s what. 'Florals aren’t usually my style but, for this slinky dress, I’m willing to make an exception.…

1 Metallic Smoky Eye ‘A golden metallic eye paired with a smoky liner is guaranteed to glam up any make-up look.’ Chloe Burcham Deputy Beauty Editor 2 Vampy Lips ‘I don’t often wear a dark lipstick but I think I’ve found my new favourite autumn shade!’ Lydia Thompson Beauty Editor 3 The Perfect Nude ‘This lipstick is the perfect nude for day and evening. And thanks to its long-lasting formula, it’ll easily take you from desk to dancefloor’ Catherine Delves Freelance Beauty Writer CAN YOU GUESS HOW MUCH EACH LOOK COSTS? TURN THE PAGE UPSIDE DOWN TO FIND OUT…

They seemed to be so loved-up, however under the surface, cracks between Cara Delevingne and her fiancée Annie Clark who she dated for 18 -months were beginning to show, and the pair have called it off. But Cara’s desperate to get them back on track. ‘Cara is determined to get Annie back and has told friends that their relationship is by no means over – at least not for her,’ says our source. ‘She’s hoping the split is just temporary and they’ve been speaking daily in a desperate attempt to reunite.’ It was only a couple of months ago that Cara, 24 , was gushing about Annie, 33 , saying: ‘I’m completely in love,’ and then they were both seen wearing what looked like engagement rings in August, despite no…

CHLOE JACKSON FASHION EDITOR HEIGHT: 5FT 10IN *‘As far as problems go, being tall isn’t the end of the world but, when it comes to jeans shopping, it makes life pretty difficult. FYI high street, half mast is not the look I’m going for. But these jeans? They actually cover my ankles, which is nothing short of a miracle.’ GISELLE WAINWRIGHT FEATURES EDITOR HEIGHT: 5FT 4IN *‘I’m a “buy the same pair every.single. time” kinda girl and the MO is always the same: slim leg, dark shade, high waist. So it was a total shocker when these mid-rise cropped, ripped jeans stole my heart. The length’s super-flattering (by some miracle they don’t touch the floor) and I love how they give a smart shirt a casual downplay. Sure, they’ll look…

1 MARVEL MASK Stress wreaks havoc on our faces and while a stellar moisturiser is a must-have, it’s a powerful face mask that’ll really make a difference. Clarins Extra-Firming Mask, £ 46 , is a top solution for sagging skin. It boasts a line-erasing acid, collagen-building banana extract and natural waxes to plump.Spread all over and leave to work its magic for 7-10 minutes. Use weekly or when you want instant results. 2 POWER PLUMPER This hard-working hydrator boosts your skin’s moisture levels, leaving you with a less lined, baby-soft face. Use four drops before your moisturiser or night cream to supercharge your daily routine. Elemental Herbology Hyaluronic Plus + Intensive Moisture Serum, £ 85 3 DREAM TONIC Let Environ’s Intensive Hydrating Oil Capsules, £ 44 , be your…

Clinique Pep-Start HydroBlur Moisturizer, £ 24.50 This dreamy formula fills fine lines, blurs imperfections and works as a mattifying make-up primer. Winning all round. Elemis Superfood Facial Oil, £ 45 Like a big bowl of greens for your skin, this little oil packs a mighty nutritional punch. Our weapon of choice when our skin looks like it’s in need of some TLC. Liz Earle Superskin Overnight Mask, £ 42 Massage this supercharged sleep mask into your face before bed and you’ll have softer, brighter and healthier-looking skin by morning, thanks to the nourishing botanicals packed within. Perricone MD Pre:empt Series Skin Perfecting Serum, £ 54 Targeted at millennial skin, this antioxidant-rich serum prevents the first signs of ageing before they even appear. Dr. Levy 3 Deep Cell Renewal Micro-Resurfacing Cleanser,…

Alice’s Mantra: ‘You never know everything. There’s always something you can learn from someone else’ Abs in 1, 2, 3… Plank ‘Be progressive with it: do 30 seconds the first week and add 10 or 20 seconds each week. I hold mine for a minute and a half’ Jack-Knife Plank ‘Holding the plank, jump your feet out slightly wider and then back in. Then jump the knees into the chest and back out. Repeat.’ Hand-To-Toes ‘Lie on your back in a star-jump position on the ground. Bring your right hand to your left foot and then back down. Repeat, left hand to right foot. Keep your legs straight when you raise.’ Superman Plank ‘Hold the plank and take one hand and the opposite foot off the ground. Swap over’ 10-12…

1 Training Time Peak, Lumosity and Cognito are all brain-boosting apps that have been proven to affect how alert you feel. We like the Fit Brains Trainer, which has games grouped into themes. Download now! 2 Be Happy and Healthy Our brains absorb 20 per cent of the nutrients within our food, so to boost your bonce you need to make sure you’re eating the good stuff – a wholewheat muffin with peanut butter for breakfast will keep you focused all morning. 3 Sweet Dreams As if we needed another excuse for a nap! It turns out sleep is great for your brain as it’s the time when your body gets to shut off, recover and regenerate important cells. Studies show that short periods of shut-eye (that last between six…

PREP: 15MINS COOK: 40-50MINS 180°C SERVES 10 -12 INGREDIENTS SYRUP & BLOOD ORANGE • 45g unsalted butter• 140g light brown sugar• 16ml lemon juice• 3 medium blood oranges• 5 cardamom pods• 1 sprig of rosemary CAKE BATTER • 200g unsalted butter•  200g light brown sugar• 3 eggs• 16ml vanilla extract• 200g ground almonds• 100g coarse polenta• 1 zest of orange• 1tsp orange blossom water• 70g crème fraîche• 3g baking powder (gluten free) 1 Grease a springform round tin (23cm), line with baking paper and grease again. 2 In a saucepan, over medium heat, melt 45g butter. Then add the 140g brown sugar, lemon juice, cardamom and rosemary. Stir until the sugar melts, about three minutes. Remove the aromatics with a spoon and scrape the syrup into the bottom of the prepared tin. 3 Grate the zest from an orange and reserve for the batter.Slice off…

'If you’re time poor like me and the science of baking has you baffled, try the M&S cake range. 10 per cent of the sale price goes to Macmillan so it’s a win-win. Ditch the box and style it out with flowers or fruit – no-one need ever know.’ • Macmillan’s World’s Biggest Coffee Morning takes place on Friday 30 September 2016. For recipes or to register to hold a coffee morning, helping ensure no-one faces cancer alone, visit coffee.macmillan.org.uk.…

WHAT’S NOT HICKEY LIPPIE Now an official hue, thanks to Kylie ‘Lips’ Jenner THE 5- SECOND RULE Debunked by science stats this week. RIP floor food SPOT-TEA? Spearmint (the most anti-inflammatory of all the mints) has been proven to reduce acne! T-time WHAT’S HOT GREAT CON-BO Converse has teamed up with Brazilian label PatBo. Two words: pink soles. £90 BIJOU BAGS Big enough for your iPhone, small enough to be affordable. Ish. £345, See By Chloé BELLA FLACK C-Flack now has five Bella Freud knits. Happy for her, really. £280…

Welcome to the leopard print renaissance. Just when we thought these spots had reached their peak, AW16 brings with it a whole new collection of wild cats. On the runway, Dries Van Noten, Givenchy, Prada, Moschino, Dolce & Gabbana, Mary Katrantzou and House of Holland were just some of the designers celebrating this classic print on dresses, bags, shoes, coats… the list goes on. As for the high street, it’s not just offering us midis and biker jackets; there are also pieces to deck out your home, making for an all-round leopard love-in. Spot on.…

Curating the perfect capsule wardrobe doesn’t happen overnight; it takes total dedication, an eye for must-have pieces and a lot of time spent pounding pavements and scouting all the 'new in’ sections online. To sum up, it’s exhausting. Just as well then, that high street fave Miss Selfridge has got your AW16 starter kit down with its latest offering of show-stopping buys. We’re talking dreamy lace dresses, embroidered velvet boots (a basic human right this season), block pleat midis and seriously fancy shirts. Read: your bank balance doesn’t stand a chance. Now, before you start stressing about the state of your finances, hear us out. We’ve softened the inevitable blow by blagging you a whopping 20 per cent off the lot. Yep, this is one receipt you won’t need to…

Catwalk model, style icon and now new Strictly darling, is there no end to Daisy Lowe’s talents? With her megawatt smile and total lack of pretence, she’s the friendliest It girl you could ever hope to meet – someone you want to be friends with. Which is great if you’re Alexa Chung or Pixie Geldof who, be it on the FROW or just chilling out, are never far from her side. What’s more, the 27-year-old has been named the fit face of V by Very’s AW16 collection. So we delved deep to find out what it takes to make her wardrobe edit… Daisy, congrats on your new V by Very gig! What’s your fave piece? I love the tweed trousers – they’re super-flattering. Oh, and the silver pleated skirt is…

Throwback to this time last year and Cheryl is on our TV screens judging The X Factor, she’s in the ad breaks and she’s talking to all her fans on Twitter and Instagram. But 12 months on, she’s been very obviously absent – and it’s all very intentional, according to our sources. Cheryl, 33, has stepped away from things to focus on her relationship, after her two-year marriage to Jean-Bernard Versini ended in October 2015. We’re told things have moved at lightning speed for her and her boyfriend of nine months, 1D’s Liam Payne, 23. 'Cheryl and Liam are making massive plans for their future together,’ says our source. 'They’ve just taken a huge step as Liam’s moved in to her place, they are incredibly loved-up and know this time…

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KIM’S POKER-STRAIGHT LOOK ‘Gone are the extensions and big blow-dried waves – Kim Kardashian’s embracing a sleeker and smoother hair look. With a deep, slick side parting, this style is a modern and fresh take on the 90s trend. It’s official, poker-straight is back!’ MAKE IT WORK (IRL*) 1 To make this look really work, you need to get your parting on point. Use the Trevor Sorbie Tail Comb,£3.99, to make sure every single strand stays perfectly in place. 2 Spritz hair with L’Oréal Hair Expertise EverSleek Heat Protection Smoothing Mist,£7.30, before sectioning and straightening with the GHD Platinum Electric Pink Styler,£165. 3 Rub a small amount of OUAI Finishing Crème, £20, in between your hands and smooth through your hair to tame flyaways, frizz and add shine. *In Real…

REDNESS RESCUE After blemishes, redness is the biggest complaint of people with spot-prone skin. The Body Shop’s Tea Tree Anti- Imperfection Daily Solution, £ 12 , has antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties, which means it soothes while it clears. SPOT STOPPER The fast-acting formula in Mizon’s Acence Blemish Out Pink Spot, £ 14 , puts an end to pimples thanks to a powerful blend of bacteria fighters and complexion calmers. Use a cotton bud to apply to spots and they’ll be gone by morn. SHINE CONTROL Tackle excess oil with Sisley’s Mattifying Moisturising Skin Care, £ 80 . The oil free gel-cream stops shiny skin in its tracks by regulating sebum production and closing pores, preventing new breakouts. DO-GOOD DECONGESTER Charcoal works wonders on blemish-prone skin. When you’re struggling with excess…

Ever since coconut oil burst onto the scene we’ve been spooning it into our saucepans, hoping to reap the nutritional benefits of so called 'good fats’. But is the coco craze really all it’s cracked up to be? Hannah Zussman, personal trainer and co-founder of This Is Good Macadamia Nut Oil reckons coconut oil 'has had its moment’. Ouch! 'Macadamia oil is crammed full of monounsaturated fats (the good ones), whereas coconut oil contains a whopping 85 per cent saturated fat. Macadamia oil only contains 12 per cent saturated fat.’ Hannah continues: 'In my opinion, coconut oil shouldn’t be used on a daily basis, unless you’re on a super-intense exercise plan. Macadamia nut oil on the other hand can be used every day and as it retains its benefits when…

'Working from home, I need my blogging station to be as creative as it is productive. Potted plants and pretty decorations make it a place I actually want spend the best part of my day.’ OLIVIA PURVIS, FOUNDER OF WHATOLIVIADID.COM…

MAYDAY Ahh buck’s fizz, you little glass of celebration, you. Perfect for easing into a bottomless brunch. Tesco’s Buck’s Fizz, £ 2,is light and refreshing as is its affordable price tag. EVERYDAY It’s all in the name with this delightful bottle of bubbles. Sainsbury’s I love Prosecco, £ 9,is the perfect sweet apple and peach balance for the sharp flavours of the blood orange polenta cake. PAYDAY For those going straight for the champagne, try zesty fresh Louis Bernard Champagne Premier Cru, £ 19.75 , at Asda. Its dry finish with fruity and floral aromas seal the deal!…

IT IS MAGNIFICENT THE MAGNIFICENT SEVEN This is one flick your dad will love seeing with you. Starring Denzel Washington, Chris Pratt, Ethan Hawke and The Girl On The Train’s Haley Bennett, it’s 128 minutes of riotous fun, guns and crime. VERDICT: IN CINEMAS 23 SEPTEMBER IMPERIUM Daniel Radcliffe plays FBI agent Nate Foster, who infiltrates a white supremacist gang planning a terror attack. But being undercover brings its own set of problems – will it all become too real? Side note: Daniel with a skinhead = quite hot. VERDICT: IN CINEMAS 23 SEPTEMBER SRSLY? In 2007, British student Meredith Kercher was studying in Italy when she was murdered. Her friend Amanda Knox was charged and spent four years in jail, but was acquitted last year. With many still suspecting…

WARNING YOU MAY BE ABOUT TO EXPERIENCE SERIOUS SHOPPING URGES  Found! 22 treats we need in our lives! #1 STAR BUY OF THE WEEK Can a bag change your life? Some may disagree but here at Look we think a bit differently. We’ve seen plenty of arm candy in our time but this bag? It’s a game-changer. Velvet, embroidered and with eye-pleasing curves, it’s got a 90s D&G vibe. Wedged in the crook of your arm, it’ll leave you confident and stylish without upsetting your purse. So, to answer the previous question; yes, we think it can. £37, River Island 2.HIGH END SCENT Perfumes, £ 100 each, Louis Vuitton 3.BATTLE OF BRETON Jumper, £ 110 , Reiss 4.SLEEVELESS CHIC Waistcoat, £ 28 , Matalan 5.GOLD RUSH Dress, £ 49.50 ,…

BURBERRY BRIT HIGH STREET Yes! ‘INVEST NOW’ SAYS GILLY FERGUSON, EDITOR: When I say 'invest now’ I mean start saving now – then buy as soon as you can’t handle forgoing your daily coffee habit any longer. Why? Because this Burberry Brit coat is the sort of hero buy that will never date. The sort of buy to which style sorts will proclaim 'timeless!’, 'a classic!’, 'game-changing!’ and 'five stars!’ Yes – one-ish grand is a LOT of money. (Yes, I’m in denial and rounding it down already…) And yes, you will break out in guilty shopping sweats for a couple of weeks/months thereafter. But at a cost-per-wear of approx 0.2p per day for the rest of your life (NB that’s some loose maths right there) it’s very much worth…

Fashion week might look like fun, but behind the scenes it’s actually one of the most stressful times of the year – and we’re only attending! As a designer, showing your new collection is infinitely chaotic and pressured – and Victoria Beckham knows this only too well. Her recent New York Fashion Week show was Posh’s 17th season, but as per usual it was still super-stressful. Planning a show starts months in advance. First come the clothes – plotting, planning and consulting the buying habits of your customers as well as trying to create a vision that’s inspiring and unique. Not easy. Then there’s finding a venue, working out the logistics of shipping your range halfway across the world (from London to NYC in Victoria’s case), arranging security to make…

And The Award For The Most Flattering Jeans Ever Goes To… MARKS & SPENCER! * The exposed front seams create the illusion of extra-long legs. Watch your back, Karlie K. * They’re £ 35 and pure cotton. In other words, they’re great quality and you’ll get more bang for your buck than anything else you own. Trust us. * The light/dark mix is not only super- flattering but means you can dress them up or down as you please. * They look exactly (and we mean, exactly) like the Vetements ones that sent everyone into a huge fashion frenzy. You know, just £ 815 cheaper. An Eye For An Eye(let) Last season came embroidery, but now eyelets are ruling the denim domain. They’re not as scary as they look –…

#1 Face Oil Ever since discovering Sanctuary’s Wonder Oil Serum, £19.50, we’ve been absolute fanatics and our skin has thanked us for it! Not part of the rev-oil-ution yet? Here’s your chance… Boots is offering £5 off all Sanctuary face oils throughout September in store and online! Winning. Beauty That Broke The Internet The must-have Instagram beauty buy of 2016 is finally here. Well, not quite the exact one, but 2true's Rainbeau Highlighter, £4.95, is a total doppelgänger of Bitter Lace Beauty’s version – which has a 5-6 month waiting list. Yep, for real! So snap it up fast before this one sells out too. AS VOTED BY YOU When it comes to brows, apparently bushy is best. We asked and you voted that perfect brows are out and big…

@healthychefsteph With over 65 k followers, Steph Elswood’s Instagram is a haven for food lovers who want a healthy take on an unhealthy meal. (Yes, we’re talking popcorn chicken and chips. Nom.) Steph’s Mantra: ‘Peace begins with me’ BUDDY UP ‘My best friend and I work out together at least twice a week. You can gossip during your rest period or push each other that little bit further. I aim to do something active every day, even if it’s just walking.’ THE PERFECT FOOD PORN PIC ‘It’s all about lighting. Make sure there are no shadows and it’s not too dark. I take at least 30 photos, narrow it down to three, then choose the best one. My friends hate it!’ STEPH’S FOOD SWAP ‘I’ve always been obsessed with pasta.…

IT’S A BOHEMIAN DREAM There’s a deeply spiritual side to Ibiza, which is perhaps why it was the island of choice for many travelling hippies in the 1960s. It’s all down to Es Vedra, a large mystical rock off the coast of Cala d’Hort, which legends say has healing and supernatural powers. #Spooky! IT HAS BEAUTIFUL BEACHES Take the ferry from Ibiza Port to Formentera (a small island that’s just a 35-minute boat ride away) to discover the crystal clear waters and white sandy beaches of Playa de ses Illetes and Cala Saona. IT’S A FOOD LOVER’S PARADISE Famous steakhouse STK opened its first Ibiza eaterie (@STKibiza) just a couple of months ago and has already attracted some of our fave A-listers, including Nicole Scherzinger and Tinie Tempah. Celeb spotting…