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Closer|ISSUE 828Tragic fall from graceJordan’s descent into chaos tragically continues. When she’s not venting her fury at ex-husband Pete’s wife Emily, she’s been trying to prove to boyfriend Kris how much she loves him on Instagram, after reportedly texting other men. As she flails from one disaster to another, she’s making it abundantly clear how very desperately she needed to take her rehab seriously.In stark contrast, we chat to Jordan’s ex, Pete, who opens up about life chez Andre, and describes a picture of happiness for their family – including his and Jordan’s children Junior and Princess – adding that after watching the practically perfect Mary Poppins on TV, the kids turned to Emily and said, “She’s just like you”. The image may not go down as well as a spoonful of sugar, but…1 min
Closer|ISSUE 828DID PREGNANCY CAUSE HER SHOCK NEW LOOK?She made her long-awaited music comeback this month, but Cheryl’s return to the charts has been eclipsed by fans questioning her dramatic transformation. Last week, the continued speculation over her changing looks seemingly forced Cheryl to dispel rumours of surgery when she claimed that pregnancy had changed her appearance. She said, “My whole body, even my face, everything’s changed since Bear was born. You’re looking at a completely different person.”Following her TV appearance for Prince Charles’ 70th birthday celebrations in a red dress, one fan posted, “Sadly, like a lot of silly women, who are beautiful, they think they can improve their looks with little fillers, Botox and tweaks. Age naturally, this has nothing to do with having children!”And aesthetics doctor Dr Ross Perry agrees pregnancy is unlikely to be…1 min
Closer|ISSUE 828KYLIE GUSHES ABOUT PAULHer romance with new love Paul Solomons, creative director at GQ, is continuing to flourish after six months together. And last week, Kylie Minogue appeared to make a dig at her exes – including former fiancé Joshua Sasse, who she claimed left her “broken” after their split last year – by heaping praise on her “supportive” boyfriend.The singer, 50, gushed in a TV interview, “It’s been lovely and wonderful to have someone who really is there. It’s great to have success in your life – to have someone to share that with is amazing.”Kylie, who confirmed her relationship with Paul, 43, in May, added that they were trying to stay private about their romance, saying, “I really just don’t want to say too much. He’s a great, great guy.”…1 min
Closer|ISSUE 828THE DRINK-SPIKING EPIDEMIC PUTTING LIVES AT RISKWhen Sam Price , 18, went out for a co*cktail with her friend Lily in September this year, it changed her life forever. The girls’ drinks were spiked and the friends ended up being taken against their will to a hotel room, where they were assaulted and raped by a stranger.Student Sam recalls, “I could never have imagined a quick drink would end up with me being drugged and assaulted. I still suffer from panic attacks. I’ll never get over it.”SEXUAL ASSAULTWorryingly, Sam and Lily’s experience is part of a shocking rise, with experts warning Britain is in the grip of a drink-spiking epidemic. Offences have more than doubled in three years – and most of the reported incidents are linked to sexual assaults. Recent police figures reveal a disturbing…5 min
Closer|ISSUE 828KATIE HOPKINS: ‘I’m hoping Emily will make rugged Nick her Tarzan!’TV’s beloved reality series I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! made a bold return to our screens last week, with a fresh host in the shape of Holly Willoughby, who’s standing in for Ant McPartlin, plus a new line-up of celebrity faces ready to take on the creepy crawlies and gruesome eating challenges.One person who knows her way around a kangaroo testicl* or two is former Apprentice villain Katie Hopkins. She finished tenth on the show in 2007, where she appeared alongside model Janice Dickinson and actress Gemma Atkinson. We asked the outspoken star for her thoughts and predictions on the new campers – and she didn’t hold back…MALIQUE THOMPSONDWYER, 20MOST LIKELY TO ARGUE WITH FLEUR OVER WHO HAS THE BEST ABS. Given the amount of time he…4 min
Closer|ISSUE 828OLLY: ‘I was selfish with my ex - I’ve learned from my mistakes’‘I’ll make the next girl in my life my priority’He earned his heartthrob status after winning over viewers on The X Factor in 2009, and has since been linked to fellow stars including presenter Mel Sykes and former X Factor winner Louisa Johnson. But Olly Murs admits that dating as a celebrity can prove tricky.He tells Closer , “Dating isn’t hard for me; it’s harder for girls who meet me. They might already have a preconception of me and I might not be what they expect. They’re also entering a world that’s quite different, they could get papped and end up in the paper. They may think that I’m not as good-looking as I seem on TV, or they might think I’m not as nice in real life. Whereas, for…4 min
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Closer|ISSUE 828THAT’S A WRAP!HIGH SHINETHIS RIBBON-FREE DESIGN WILL IMPRESS TEENSRED ALERTLOOK FOR MATCHING SETS FOR A POLISHED FEELLUXE FOR LESSREUSE OLD NEWSPAPER FOR A THRIFTY TWISTSTACK ITGIFT BOXES LOOK CHIC AND CAN BE REUSEDKIDDIE KITTHIS INNOVATIVE WRAP IS A DRAWING ACTIVITY THAT’LL ENGAGE KIDSFIT FOR ROYALTYUSE BAUBLES AS TAGS – AND THEN HANG ON THE TREE…1 min
Closer|ISSUE 828COUNTDOWN TO CHRISTMAS!ALTERNATIVE CRACKERSIf you’re bored of party hatsand really bad jokes year after year, checkout these quirky optionsREADY, SET, GO!Need help deciding who’s going to do the dishes? Let these wind-up racing santas decide! LAKELAND £19.99MERRY MUSICALThese sweet, embellished Nutcracker-themed characters contain all the traditional treats, as well as a whistle and sheet music – so the family can perform a masterpiece! MERI MERI £20 FOR 4PUUURRRFECT GIFT!Have your four-legged pals join in on the fun, too – this one contains a cute toy and tasty treat for your kitty cat. SELFRIDGES £10CHEERS TO THATStrictly for adults, this set covers a whole range of tasty gins, including Gordon’s and Tanqueray. There’s a mini bottle in each for post-turkey co*cktails. ALDI £19.99 FOR 6SWEET SEATAs well as containing a delicious chocolate each,…1 min
Closer|ISSUE 828Good taste• MasterChef finalist Jackie says, “Make sure the chickpeas are well seasoned. Adding the aubergine gives a creamier, fluffier texture.”SIMPLE SUPPERA HEARTY AUTUMN TREAT, GIVEN A HEALTHY TWISTITALIAN SAUSAGE STEW WITH CRISPY KALESERVES 4• 3tbsp olive oil• 1 onion, finely sliced• 4 mixed coloured peppers, deseeded and finely sliced• 8 sausages• 2 garlic cloves, finely sliced• 200ml red or dry white wine• 200ml vegetable stock• /2tsp dried marjoram• 2 bay leaves• 1tbsp red wine vinegar• 100g kale, choppedSTEP 1 Heat 2tbsp of the oil in a large pan. Add the onion and peppers, stir, add 1tbsp water and turn the heat to low. Cover and cook for 30 mins, stirring occasionally. Add more water if the pan looks dry during this stage.STEP 2 Brown the sausages in another pan.STEP 3…2 min
Closer|ISSUE 828IS THIS THE WORLD’S BEST DIET?According to new research, people from the Bolivian Amazon have the healthiest hearts ever studied, with next to no heart disease, obesity or type-2 diabetes. Why not copy them?! They don’t shun carbs; 62% of their diet is made up of “complex carbs” like plantain and root veg (but brown rice, wholemeal bread and beans would work, too). A fifth of their plate is protein and they eat over 40 different types of fish. They have loads of fibre, which you can get from veg, and very little sugar or cooking oil. They’re active too, taking 17,000 steps a day, so aim for 10k.…1 min
Closer|ISSUE 828SOPHIE KASAEI ‘I LOST £70K WHEN I OPENED A SHOP’CASH FEELS LIKE MONOPOLY MONEYI pay for everything by card. I’m really bad for thinking cash isn’t real money and spending and spending, whereas I’m more careful with my card.I CAN’T LIVE WITHOUT MY STRAIGHTENERSI’ve got really thick, frizzy Persian hair so my Cloud Nine straighteners are a must. They are expensive [£115], but they last ages so I think they’re an investment.I GOT SACKED FROM MY FIRST JOBI was about 16 and worked at a buffet restaurant for minimum wage [£3.40 an hour for 16-17 year olds]. My boss asked me to clear up a table and it was disgusting; ice cream smeared everywhere and mushy peas all over the floor. I told her where to go and got fired. All my jobs were earning minimum wage until Geordie…2 min
Closer|ISSUE 828Soap Spotlight!MARLON, THE OLD SOFTIEEMMERDALEMarlon and April are busy decorating the Christmas tree (yes, it IS that time already) – and April starts to talk about love, giving Marlon a cute idea involving some carefully placed fairy lights… Jessie doesn’t respond in quite the way he had hoped, however – rushing out of the room in a state. It seems she’s never moved on from her husband, so Marlon agrees to help her scatter his ashes. Elsewhere, a drunk, dishevelled Graham almost tells Debbie about the Cain/Joe thing – and he tries to kiss Megan too. Oh dear.HOLLYOAKSTEGAN’S SEND OFFThe mood is sombre in Hollyoaks village. It’s Tegan’s funeral (sob!) and Ste is on the warpath after receiving a letter saying there’s no evidence to support Misbah’s manslaughter charge. He shockingly…2 min
Closer|ISSUE 828KIRSTIE ALLSOPP: ‘Sometimes, the things I make are terrible’It’s still November – not too early to be talking about Christmas?No way! It’s post-Halloween – anything is acceptable!Handmade Christmas has become a real staple in the festive TV schedule…It’s a source of great pride, I have to say. Never in a million years did I think I was going to be on telly, or be doing crafts on telly – but the most incredible thing is being perceived as a sort of Christmas person. This year, we’re doing a primetime show and 15 daytime shows – and we take it bizarrely seriously!What can we expect?We had an amazing man on called Tom, who is a professional snow window guy – what a fun job, though slightly seasonal… He basically creates amazing Christmas pictures. In our “retro co*cktail bar” we…3 min
Closer|ISSUE 828Your starsTHIS WEEK’S CELEB STAR SIGNSCORPIO24 OCT-22 NOVThere’s a strong renegotiating theme in the skies. What really matters to you, and who and what do you value? That may have changed – if so, you need to change too, so you live in accordance with your principles. To hear Yasmin’s overview of the current energies, call 0906 7511 677*SAGITTARIUS23 NOV-21 DECThe Full Moon this week takes place on a very sensitive degree in your Love Zone. It’s marking the end of one relationship cycle and opening the door to a new way of relating to other people. If you’ve developed a gruffness in recent years, replace that with some Sadge humour. To hear Yasmin’s overview of the current energies, call 0906 7511 677*CAPRICORN22 DEC-20 JANDon’t panic if you’re not feeling too…4 min
Closer|ISSUE 828DEFIANT JORDAN: ‘I won’t let anyone take my kids away from me!’She’s made a bold return to the spotlight following a stint in rehab for post-traumatic stress disorder, insisting in a new episode of her reality show My Crazy Life last week that she was ready for a fresh start.But Jordan – real name Katie Price – appeared to have reverted back to her old feisty ways when she took a public swipe at ex Peter Andre’s wife Emily MacDonagh – telling her to “bind her beak”.The former model, 40, lashed out at the doctor, 29, after believing she’d made a dig about her drinking in a recent interview, despite there being no suggestion Emily was talking about Jordan. Opening up about married life, Emily – who’s stepmum to Jordan’s son Junior, 13, and daughter Princess, 11 – said of her…5 min
Closer|ISSUE 828HEARTBROKEN VICKY: ‘It’s been a tough year’After previously being unlucky in love, Vicky Pattison appeared to have found The One when she rekindled her romance with childhood sweetheart John Noble in 2016 – telling Closer, “I just can’t imagine why I ever EVER was with anyone else… he’s always been the right man, that was just the wrong time.”But last week, the 31 year old was left heartbroken when John – who she was set to marry next year after getting engaged last year – was caught cosying up to model Poppy Owen in a Dubai club. Days later, further images of him flirting with other women surfaced.ON THE ROCKSSoon after the story broke, Vicky unfollowed John on social media, removed her engagement ring and admitted to her Instagram followers that she was a “heartbroken mess”.…2 min
Closer|ISSUE 828LISA TURNS TO BEN COHEN’S EX ABBYShe was left devastated after going through a very public split from husband Ant McPartlin, 42, earlier this year, and faced further heartbreak when she discovered he’d moved on with his PA Anne-Marie Corbett, 42. And now it’s been revealed that Lisa Armstrong, 42, has forged an unlikely friendship with rugby player Ben Cohen’s ex wife, Abby. After Abby split from Ben – with whom she shares two daughters – he moved on publicly with his Strictly partner Kristina Rihanoff, 41.Lisa and Abby are currently working on a makeover TV show together and posted a pic having dinner with pals.A source says, “Abby has been teaching Lisa techniques she used herself to overcome the pain of a break-up. She’s urged her to seek therapy, meditate and take up mindfulness.”PHOTOS: GETTY,…1 min
Closer|ISSUE 828RITA: ‘I’m full of phobias!’She rose to fame in 2007 for her role as Roxy Mitchell in EastEnders, before her character was dramatically killed off with older sister Ronnie when they drowned in a hotel swimming pool on New Year’s Day last year.And following a stint on stage in the West End, Rita Simons’ career has taken a new turn as she entered the I’m A Celebrity! camp last week.SHOULDER TO CRY ONBefore she entered the jungle, Rita, 41, admitted her family – hairdresser husband Theo Silverston and her 12-year-old twin daughters, Maiya and Jamie – were her biggest cheerleaders.She said, “My kids would be gutted if I didn’t do it. And my husband thinks I should get on and do it like I do with everything in life. But it’s going to be…2 min
Closer|ISSUE 828MY VIEW ON...TURNING DOWN A PLACE ON THE X FACTOR PANEL… “I was nearly on The X Factor panel, but I decided to stay at The Voice. It was amazing to be asked, but The Voice is better for me at the moment.”BEING A GEEK… “Back when I was a teenager, I was like the least cool person. I’ve always been me, I’ve never been someone who follows the crowd. I’ve always done what I wanted to do, not what everyone else wants me to do. I think that’s what geeks are, aren’t they? They’re just being true to themselves and not trying to be something they’re not.”MY ESTRANGED TWIN BROTHER… “I did text him this year and wished him a happy birthday. I felt it was the right time to reach…1 min
Closer|ISSUE 828Style alertGET HER LOOKSARAH JESSICA PARKERMuch like her SATC alter-ego, actress-turned-shoe-designer SJP isn’t afraid to take fashion risks. This fearless outfit is a masterclass in print and colour clashing – complete with shoes from her namesake label. Get the look for less…IN THE NEWS...PYJAMA PARTY!Packed with florals, pastels and striking prints, Boux Avenue’s dreamy Christmas collection will have you looking lush in loungewear this winter. Fronted by gorgeous celebs including Sam Faiers and Jacqueline Jossa, there’s a look for everyone.FASHION WORTH TALKING ABOUT!Jenna Dewan, 37The perfect mix of jumpsuit and flouncy frock, this unusual layered one-piece looks stunning on Jenna. It makes for a seriously chic alternative to a traditional gown on the red carpet.Tallia Storm, 20Shell suits may have been all the rage in the ’80s – but that’s where…2 min
Closer|ISSUE 828READY, PREP, GOSCRUB-UPThere’s nothing worse than putting on your favourite party dress to discover your legs aren’t looking their best, so give them some TLC with a skin-saving scrub – using just once a week will ensure your pins remain in tip-top condition this winter. Products that contain natural ingredients, such as brown sugar and honey, are great choices as these will cleanse your skin, while also moisturising – resulting in a silky, smooth omplexion. A pair of exfoliating gloves will do the trick with your usual shower gel, too.MOISTURE HITAfter weeks of being hidden under tights we can often neglect our moisturising routine, but ensuring your legs are well nourished will stop them from becoming overly dry and keep them ready for any last-minute skirt occasions! Get more out of your…2 min
Closer|ISSUE 828THINK OUTSIDE THE BOX1. Brown craft paper is cheap, and will wrap dozens of pressies – it’s the perfect base for adding your own personal touches and coloured accessories – and it’s recyclable.2. If you struggle wrapping odd-shaped presents, opt for a pretty box instead – the laziest way to a show-stopping gift!3. Don’t bin your greetings cards – save them and cut them up to use as DIY gift tags for next year.4. Use some foliage from the garden to spruce up gifts.5. Don’t leave all your wrapping to the last few days before Xmas. Instead, set yourself a target of wrapping a few gifts each weekend from now until the big day. It’ll save you lots of stress!…1 min
Closer|ISSUE 828CASEY BATCHELOR ON THE COUCH : ‘Having a baby massively tested my relationship’Tell me a bit about your childhood…I grew up with my mum, Kim, dad, Gary, and two older brothers. Then, when I was about ten, my mum fell in love with another woman and they began a relationship. My parents divorced and my mum’s partner moved into ours with her daughter, but I didn’t realise they were a couple until I was older. I’m really close to my mum, and her partner is like a second mother to me. I’m very close to my dad, too.Were you a happy child?I was at home, but not at school. I was in the “it” crowd of girls, but they weren’t nice to me. They’d go out after school and not invite me. I remember being asked along on one of their holidays…3 min
Closer|ISSUE 828Fridge raiderINSIDE KATIE’S FRIDGE• Eggs• Honest Kids organic juice drinks• Cheddar• Natural yoghurt• Dairy Milk• Coconut oil• King prawns• Haddock fillets• Chicken breast• Salmon fillets• Avocado• Leeks• Cucumber• Sweet potatoes• Limes• Peppers• Red onions• Courgettes• Baby spinach• Almond milkKATIEHow much do you spend per week?As work is so busy, I haven’t had much time to push a trolley round the supermarket, so I do an online shop once a week, usually at Sainsbury’s.Describe your daily diet…For breakfast, I’ll have oats, which I’ve soaked in yoghurt overnight, and fresh fruit. Lunch is normally something quick like kale cooked in coconut oil with chicken, tomatoes, broccoli and seeds. Dinner varies depending on my mood. Right now, I’m really enjoying haddock, leeks, broccoli, red onion and peppers served with a side of brown rice…2 min
Closer|ISSUE 828Life balanceRELATIONSHIPSBEHAVE YOURSELF ON SOCIAL MEDIA!Research says we make friends ‘sweat’ for replies, cancel plans last minute and get nasty online. Emma isn’t impressedHands up if you’ve texted last minute to cancel plans with a friend, citing a sudden sick bug, or taken a screenshot of an ex’s new squeeze to dissect with the girls? The cyber age has led us to develop some bad behaviour regarding how we treat one another. It is pretty standard for social feeds to be flooded with “fail” videos, and pictures of embarrassing text conversations never meant for public consumption. This compromising of privacy and dignity may cause some chuckles, but indulging in the nastier elements of our nature is harmful. Taking responsibility for the way we treat people has become simpler to avoid; lying…4 min
Closer|ISSUE 828KAT’S BAD WEEK – AND ALFIE’S BACK!Kat is stressed out about learning to be a cab driver, so she heads to one of Charlie’s old haunts for inspiration, where she meets an old geezer who knew her dad. They go to the pub, where they bump into another of Charlie’s old pals – and Kat is appalled when he drops a big bombshell. Shaken up, she dashes off on her scooter (check out the utterly marvellous snap of Kat in scooter get-up), but she crashes into an OAP, goes flying and ends up unconscious! When she comes round, she’s in a panic when she realises she hit someone – and she turns to booze to help her deal with the revelation (top secret for now, soz!). There’s a drunken scene at The Vic and, on Friday,…1 min
Closer|ISSUE 8285 MINUTES WITH...Your grandmother Alison believed she was happily married to [acclaimed author and former spy] Alexander “Alec” Wilson, until he died – and another Mrs Wilson turned up…I think this is the hardest role I’ve ever played, and the hardest thing I’ve ever done. There were so many pressures; I couldn’t remember [my grandmother’s] voice. Very early on I decided that I wasn’t even going to try to replicate her because I couldn’t bring her to mind, and I didn’t want to in some ways.It must have been a challenge…Early on I thought, “Am I going to play her or not?” I was thinking, “Am I too close, can I do this?” I wasn’t sure – and a week into the performance I wished there was someone else playing her, like…2 min
Closer|ISSUE 828HAS LIAM ‘RUINED’ LOVE FOR CHERYL?• The singer worries she’ll never find long-lasting romance after failing to make it work with Liam Payne• Her close friend admits it’s “impossible” not to like the One Direction star• Expert agrees she now needs a break from menShe’s endured heartache in the spotlight before, seeing her first marriage to Ashley Cole crumble amid cheating revelations in 2010, and citing her second husband Jean Bernard-Fernandez Versini’s “unreasonable behaviour” as the reason for their 2015 divorce, following a two-year marriage.And after her shock split from boyfriend-of-two-years Liam Payne – father of her 20-month-old son Bear – in June, Cheryl, 35, sensationally revealed last week that she could happily stay single forever, insisting, “I have zero – I tell you, zero desire to start up a new relationship.”Sources previously revealed past…5 min
Closer|ISSUE 828SAM SPARKS NEW FEARS FOR HER ROMANCEHer relationship with Paul Knightley has come under fire in the past, with fans accusing her boyfriend of being “controlling” after the first series of The Mummy Diaries aired in 2016. Now, Sam Faiers has sparked further concern over her relationship with Paul, 30, revealing they are still sleeping in separate beds a year after the birth of their second child, Rosie.Reality star Sam, 27, admitted back in March that she slept in the spare bed with Rosie, while her partner shared a bed with their son Paul Tony, two, in a bid to get a good night’s sleep.And last week she confessed that she’s worried about the lack of contact she has with her partner at night, admitting, “I’m at the point now where I wanna get back into…2 min
Closer|ISSUE 828PETE: ‘Emily’s an amazing mum – I’m so proud of her’He married second wife, doctor Emily MacDonagh, in 2015 – but three years on, Peter Andre is more loved-up than ever.Speaking to Closer, the Mysterious Girl singer, 45, can’t stop gushing about his “Wonder Woman” wife, adding that his kids have nicknamed her “Mary Poppins”.He says, “Emily is just an incredible person. She’s got such an amazing job and still manages to be an amazing mum – I’m so proud of her. She’s Wonder Woman. The kids were watching Mary Poppins and they were like, ‘She’s just like you!’. It was her politeness, her mannerisms and her being such a homebody.”HECTIC HOUSEHOLDPete and Emily, 29, currently spend their days juggling busy careers – with singer Pete a firm fixture in the celebrity world and Emily an NHS doctor – and…3 min
Closer|ISSUE 828KRISTINA RIHANOFF‘Anyone can experience loneliness, it’s not just the elderly’I read last week about a 32-year-old mum of three who opened up about her feelings of loneliness and says she hasn’t had friends in ten years – she even goes to her local supermarket just to speak to another adult. People often assume it’s something that only affects elderly people, but anyone can experience loneliness and it can happen even more when you’ve had a baby. For me, I went from being on Strictly and having lots of things happening in my life for eight years to suddenly being in that baby bubble and simply being a feeding machine! Good family support is a big deal and I was lucky that I had my daughter Mila, two, with my partner Ben…3 min
Closer|ISSUE 828THE HIDDEN HORROR OF PALM OILA storm over the banning of a supermarket’s Christmas TV advert has led to an overwhelming call for a move away from damaging palm oil. Iceland teamed up with Greenpeace to feature a cartoon story of “Rang-tan”, a baby orangutan who takes up home in a little girl’s bedroom after being forced out of the rainforest by deforestation for palm oil plantations. But TV bosses banned the ad for being political, which led to it going viral online with over 30 million views.Richard George, Greenpeace UK Forests Campaigner, says, “People have a right to know where the palm oil in products comes from, and they’re not happy to learn it’s causing mass deforestation and killing orangutans.”LEFT WITHOUT A HOMEPalm oil comes from the fruit of palm oil trees and is…3 min
Closer|ISSUE 828‘My botched Kim Kardashian bum almost killed me’Jordan Parke has spent nearly £9k on a controversial procedure to get a bum like his idol, Kim Kardashian. And despite being infected with a flesh-eating bug that almost cost him his life, the surgery addict insists he’ll go under the knife once more.The 27 year old, from Dudley, West Midlands, had a Brazilian butt lift – where fat is removed from large areas on the body and transferred into the bum – along with implants, in April. The procedure is notoriously risky, with two British women dying due to complications from the surgery this year.Jordan explains, “Within days of my op, a huge hole appeared on my right bum cheek that oozed with puss and flesh. The pain was unbearable.RISKY SURGERY“Doctors told me I’d developed necrosis – a flesh-eating…5 min
Closer|ISSUE 828THE ULTIMATE EDIT: PARTY DRESSES UNDER £50ONE-SHOULDER WONDER’80s fashion is back, so embrace the vibe with this asymmetrical number. Pair with jewellery and white ankle boots – more is more!TOPSHOP £49SAFARI CHICZebra print never goes out of style – team with pink or red to make the colours pop.RIVER ISLAND £36BEADED BEAUTYThis deep green is the perfect hue for party season, complete with opulent beading. Finish with silver ankle heels.BON PRIX £29.99STATEMENT SEQUINSTake your sequin dress to next-level glam with this wrap-style frock.INTHESTYLE.COM £39.99SASSY STRIPESStripes and shimmer meet for one achingly cool dress. Add a skinny black belt, if you’re looking for definition round the waist.ZARA £29.99SUITS YOUThis smart blazer-style dress will look good on its own, but can also be styled over a pair of skinny jeans for a daytime spin.PRIMARK £15WINTER SUNSHINEDon’t shy away…1 min
Closer|ISSUE 828GLAM UP FOR PARTY SEASONAmong the present–wrapping and turkey-prepping, it can be easy to forget about treating yourself. So take time out from the merry madness and head to Boots for make-up buys that will have you party-ready minus any fuss.Start by giving winter skin a touch of sunshine by adding e.l.f Booster Sun Drops (£10) with your moisturiser, and follow with MaxFactor Radiant Lift Foundation (£14.99). When it comes to eyes, go for sparkle. NYX Professional Makeup Foil Play Cream Pigment (£7) sweeps on to create a beautiful shimmer, and No7 Lash Extender Mascara (£13.50) will make your peepers really pop. The perfect pout is a must. Line first with NYX Professional Makeup Wonder Pencil (£4.50), then apply YSL Yves Saint Laurent Rouge Pur Couture The Slim Lipstick (£28) – it’s the ultimate…1 min
Closer|ISSUE 828Power-up your ChristmasThe festive season is a busy one, that’s for sure, and - with shopping lists coming out of your ears, endless hosting duties, the work Christmas party, school nativity and stockings to fill – you’re certainly not alone if you find yourself feeling a bit, well, Grinch! And, with all of that to tick off your to-do list, it’s all too easy to forget a festive family essential; Duracell batteries.When the alarm goes off (OK, when the kids first career into the bedroom at 4.15am) and you pad sleepily downstairs to see your little ones gathered gleefully around the tree, there’s no better feeling. But, even the most blissful festive scene can be disrupted by three terrifying words; batteries not included. And, even if they are, it’s all too easy…1 min
Closer|ISSUE 828EMMA’S VERDICT“Casey experienced an isolated teenage period where she felt bullied and excluded by girls she believed were friends. This led to her questioning her self value, but finding friends who liked and accepted her helped Casey believe in herself again. By her own admission, Casey had been unlucky in love, however, meeting Dane and recognising that he loves her fully has enabled her to trust and grow in the relationship. Having a baby has been challenging, but it’s also helped Casey to love and accept her body and to concentrate on things that truly matter.”…1 min
Closer|ISSUE 828‘TAKING SUPPLEMENTS CAN BE DANGEROUS’It made headlines recently that a man in his fifties, who was taking green tea capsules, ended up needing a transplant because they damaged his liver so badly. That’s rare, but we need to be cautious about supplements.BE CAREFUL ONLINEThere have been at least 80 cases of liver injury linked to green tea supplements, and the European Food Safety Authority has said that the catechins [a type of antioxidant] in green tea are generally safe, but supplements with 800mg or more can pose health risks. Bought cheaply online, there could be something dodgy in them, or they can be too strong.WATCH THE DOSAGEPeople understandably think “Vitamin D is good, so if I double the dose, I’ll get double the benefits”. They see supplements as natural and therefore harmless, but too…2 min
Closer|ISSUE 828WOULD LIKE TO MEET...It’s never nice to be rejected and, if you’ve got a conscience, then it’s often just as unpleasant to be the one doing the dumping. How someone dumps you says a lot about who they are. Ghosting – where someone ignores your calls and messages until you get the hint that they no longer want to be with you – has become the norm, but that doesn’t make it acceptable!I’ve recently come across a new dating behaviour: the “slow fade”. This is a gradual form of ghosting, where he’ll slowly start to faze you out. There will be a series of non-committal messages about loosely meeting up, but never anything concrete, and he may sporadically get in contact, but won’t directly ask a question or engage in conversation. This is…2 min
Closer|ISSUE 828TOP 20 tv picks1 HOW TO SPEND IT WELL AT CHRISTMAS WITH PHILLIP SCHOFIELDTOY STORY!TUE 27 NOV, 8PM, ITVEveryone’s favourite silver fox returns with his annual guide to finding the best Yuletide bargains. Aided by Corrie’s Simon Gregson, actress Sally Phillips and a host of eager children, Pip tests this year’s biggest must-haves. From new board games, interactive pets, ride-on toys and an, um, pooing unicorn, Schofe puts them all under scrutiny to make sure parents get their money’s worth.2 CURVY GIRLS: STRIPPED BAREFEATURING DAUGHTER OF ‘THE HOFF’WED 28 NOV, 10PM, CHANNEL 5Seven years ago, agency owner Anna Shillinglaw only had a handful of girls on her books – but now more than 100 beauties adorn the so-called “curve wall”, including Hayley Hasselhoff (daughter of David). This two-part docu goes behind the scenes.3…7 min
Closer|ISSUE 828Out this week!MUST READYour Closest Friend (KAREN PERRY)On a night out, Cara is caught up in a terror attack and pulled to safety by a young woman. In the hours that follow, Cara tells her Good Samaritan, Amy, her darkest secrets. In the aftermath of the attack, cracks begin to appear in her life and marriage, and she starts to receive anonymous threats. As her life begins to skid out of control, Amy reappears again, offering to help. Cara believes she’s made a friend for life – but what if she isn’t a friend at all? An engrossing read, full of suspense.BEST DAY OUTBlue Planet II Live In ConcertWhen this series premiered on TV, we were totally gripped, and our Sunday nights were made for learning all about our oceans. Now we…1 min
Closer|ISSUE 828DON’T MISS CINEMAThe Girl In The Spider’s WebTHE CAST Claire Foy, Sverrir Gudnason, Sylvia Hoeks, Stephen MerchantTHE STORY Genius punk hacker Lisbeth Salander (Foy) is back alongside journalist Mikael Blomkvist (Gudnason) in this Girl With The Dragon Tattoo series sequel. The duo enter a dangerous new world of spies, cybercriminals and the Russian mob.THE VERDICT Fans of Stieg Larsson’s Millennium trilogy will love this latest installment, written by Swedish journalist David Lagercrantz (Larsson died of a heart attack in 2004). Odd detective duo Lisbeth and Mikael are as compelling as ever.CERT 12, 115 MINS, OPENS 21 NOVRobin HoodTHE CAST Taron Egerton, Jamie Foxx, Ben Mendelsohn, Eve Hewson, Jamie DornanTHE STORY Legendary swashbuckler Robin Hood (Egerton) and his band of Merry Men steal from the rich and give to the poor in this…1 min
