Fans of the couple have started speculating that Kate and Rio have taken things to the next level...
Rumours have spread like wild-fire of The Only Way Is Essex‘s Kate Wright and England footballer Rio Ferdinand’s romance.
And they pair are looking pretty loved up at the moment, as they have both taken to Instagram to share adorable snaps of one another – and it looks like Kate really has become part of Rio’s family.
But now one snap that the blonde beauty posted recently has sent fans into meltdown as they believe it means the pair have taken a seriously big step in their relationship…
Looking absolutely amazing in her workout gear, Kate posted a selfie in an extremely nice looking gym.
‘What does this have to do with Rio?’ I hear you ask, well, many fans instantly recognised the room as Rio’s home gym.
‘That’s in Rio’s house isn’t it?’ one eagle-eyed follower commented on the snap, as did another: ‘Looks a lot like Rio ferdinands gym [sic]’
‘Lovely home gym Rio’s got,’ pointed out a third.
So does this mean Essex stunner has moved in with Rio?!
Well, Kate has also recently shared with her 687 thousand Instagram followers a snap of her and her footballer beau working out together in the garden.
Kate has not recently appeared on the ITVBe show TOWIE, admitting that she wants to prioritise her bf.
‘I’m taking a step back from the public eye, I want to keep my life private as I lived my previous relationship on TOWIE, my priority right now is Rio and the family,’ she told The Sun.
And a source also told the publication: ‘Kate left TOWIE because she wanted to be away from the limelight, but interest continued to be sky high and she struggled to visit the gym and go on holiday in peace.’
They continued: ‘She hopes having no links with brands and no longer being on TV will help give her the quiet life she longs for with her new family.’
We’re so happy these two lovebirds are stronger than ever.
ASOS has literally everything you could ask for in a retailer- clothes, shoes, accessories, bags, sportswear, lingerie- everything. Imagine how good it would be if there was a way to save money when shopping on the site then. Imagine, and then turn that imagination into reality reality, because it is. It’s all down to a handy little hack.
Step one: once you’ve found something you want to buy, click on the top right hand corner and change the country from United Kingdom to United States. The price of the item will then show up in dollars.
Step two: on the same drop down menu as the one you’ve just switched countries on, change the currency to GBP £.
Let us explain; prices of certain brands in America are much lower than they are in Britain, so changing your country tricks the site into thinking you’re buying in America, meaning you can take advantage of the cheaper prices.
As well as that, the pound remains strong against the dollar- the current exchange rate is $1.35 to £1, so shopping with American prices will provide you with significant savings.
There’s just one thing to remember- while ASOS offers free shipping and returns, ordering outside of the UK means you might be charged custom and import duties.
Check before you confirm on checkout, but chances are you’ll still be better off shopping as though you’re in the US than you would in the UK.
Love Island couple Olivia Buckland and Alex Bowen’s wedding is fast approaching, and Liv has recently announced some big news on Twitter.
Revealing who her final bridesmaid is, Olivia shared with her followers: ‘My final bridesmaid princess @TinaStinnes I can’t wait!!!! [sic]’
Her former Love Island co-star was clearly thrilled, replying: ‘Words can’t explain my excitement, I love you so much xxxxx [sic]’
Olivia and Tina met last year on Love Island
Joining Tina as a bridesmaid will be another star from the ITV2 show, Liv’s bff Cara De La Hoyde.
So what are Liv’s big wedding plans?! Well…
Speaking to OK!, Olivia discussed how her beau Alex Bowen has been preparing for the big day: ‘He has his inputs, but I don’t think he realises how much of a big job it is… He’ll pop his head in every now and again and will be like ‘yeah I agree with that’ or ‘I don’t like that’ and we take it on board.’
She continued: ‘He does like to be involved, but not quite as much as me.’
But it looks like Olivia’s special day is in safe hands, admitting that her pal is actually her official wedding planner: ‘I got one of my friends to be the wedding planner so I’ve got help on hand now.’
The blonde beauty also talked to New! magazine about what she thinks her fiance’s speech will be like…
‘It will be so soppy!’ she revealed. ‘I need him to stop him from watching Say Yes To The Dress because if he catches a glimpse of it I’m pretty sure he will cry.’
‘It’s so nice that he’s in touch with that side though,’ Liv gushed about her husband-to-be. ‘I can imagine his speech being quite a good one. I’ve got high expectations!’
But where will the wedding be held?! Olivia went on to reveal that she and Alex love manor houses: ‘I want it to be pretty but sophisticated. I’m not always a girlie girl but I feel like on my wedding day it’s allowed.’
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‘We know it’s going to be big,’ Liv told OK!. ‘It will be glamorous and beautiful with loads of flowers. My mum got marries last year, so she’s going to be really involved with the planning.’
So when should we expect the wedding? Olivia told the publication: ‘I’ve always said I really want to get married in September, so I’m gunning for September 2018.’
‘That’s around 20 months away so it gives us enough time to plan. If that doesn’t happen then it will be 2019.’ she continued.
Today Transport for London has announced that taxi app Uber will no longer have a licence to operate in London from the end of this month.
The controversial company will not have its licence renewed in the capital city after September 30, due to the taxi company’s approach to reporting criminal offences and background checks for drivers.
TFL said “Uber London Ltd is not fit and proper to hold a private hire operator licence”.
The regulator said Uber showed a “lack of corporate responsibility” and there are “potential public safety and security implications”.
But one critic of the decision said the move would “effectively put 40,000 people out of work at the click of a finger”.
It has long been argued now that Uber’s approach and conduct demonstrate a lack of corporate responsibility in relation to our public safety and security, including…
Its approach to reporting serious criminal offences.
Its approach to how medical certificates are obtain.
Its approach to how enhanced disclosure and barring service (DBS) checks are obtained.
Its approach to explaining the use of Greyball in London – software that could be used to block regulatory bodies from gaining full access to the app and prevent officials from undertaking regulatory or law enforcement duties.
Mayor of London Sadiq Khan said in a statement: “I want London to be at the forefront of innovation and new technology and to be a natural home for exciting new companies that help Londoners by providing a better and more affordable service.
“However, all companies in London must play by the rules and adhere to the high standards we expect – particularly when it comes to the safety of customers. Providing an innovative service must not be at the expense of customer safety and security.
“I fully support TFL’s decision – it would be wrong if TFL continued to license Uber if there is any way that this could pose a threat to Londoners’ safety and security.
“Any operator of private hire services in London needs to play by the rules.”
And while RN you may be thinking ‘how do i get home on Saturday night now?’ – the decision may force Uber to create a safer service in the future. We hope!
This time of year has to be our fave because not only is it psl time (that’s pumkin spiced latte, FYI) it’s also the time that all the new autumn/winter collections start dropping, and OMG we want everything, right now.
We’ve had our eye on PrettyLittleThing.com since we had a sneak peek of the new collection pop up in our inbox, and we couldn’t wait to share it.
The collection will be online Monday the 25th so we have the weekend to decide exactly what we’re going to invest in, but with prices starting from just £5 we barely even need to make the decision and can just stock up on a new season wardrobe.
There’s all the bodycon you could ever want, Eastern prints, rich autumn hues and every accessories you need to amp up the glam factor.
We’re obsessed with these gemstone jeans, wear them for day with a chunky knit and switch up for evening with a wrap top and barely-there heels. Just add a slick of red lippy and your look will be complete.
The #GirlGang campaign has got us wanting to plan a night out with the gals, and PLT is the place to go to get us party-ready top-to-toe. This pink bomber jacket is the perfect statement piece to take you in to autumn in style and we want it, immediately.
Pop the date in your diary girls, Monday we’ll be filling up our online baskets. Soz in advance, credit card.
Reports have claimed that Scott Disick has been fired from Keeping Up With The Kardashians by none other than Kris Jenner herself.
Having appeared in almost every episode since the show began in 2007 – they have just celebrated the show’s tenth anniversary – many viewers will be gutted at the absence of the quick-witted father of three.
According to The Sun, Scott has already filmed for the new series of KUWTK but will stop filming with them from now on.
‘Kris wanted Scott to clean his act up and go back to rehab,’ an insider has alleged to the publication. ‘She thinks he’d be happier if he stopped partying. But he doesn’t think there’s a problem with his lifestyle right now, so he doesn’t see why he should.’
Having had a long and complicated relationship with the eldest Kardashian daughter Kourtney, with whom he has three children, Scott has always been considered a firm part of the reality TV family – even after the pair officially split.
‘Kris has always treated Scott like a son and kept him on the show, even when he split up with Kourtney. But she has to draw the line somewhere, and this is it,’ the insider continued. ‘He’s upset – he’s saying the show will be boring without him. He brings the drama – he can’t believe it.’
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They added: ‘Of course, there’s the money, but Scott also likes the fame and celebrity status the show brings him. He’s worried that now he’s off the show, no one will be interested in him any longer.’
Claiming that Scott thinks his ex Kourtney is out to get him, the insider went on: ‘He’s upset with Kourtney as he thinks she’s trying to ruin his career as she hates him ‘having fun’, and he’s furious with Kris, as she always said she’d keep him on the show, no matter what.’
We don’t know whether these claims are true or false, but now Radar Online have also alleged: ‘Kris told him that they’ll see through the existing commitments then that’s it, he’s done.’
Discussing Kourtney’s new relationship, they continued: ‘Scott knew this day was coming once Kourtney officially moved on and got serious [with new boyfriend Younes Bendjima.] Still, he is shocked to the core. This is his cash cow, and with the way he spends money there’s no way he’ll be able to afford for long his current lifestyle.’
We’re keeping our fingers crossed this isn’t true…
Just when you thought you had enough of sheet masks, ASOS launch this…
Now if you said you were totally over sheets masks, we wouldn’t blame you, because they are everywhere, BUT, this one you really need to know about. Why we hear you ask? Well, this one features one of Disney’s most iconic characters and is therefore a high contender for being the product of your dreams.
The Minnie Mouse face mask has got us, and every Disney fan out there utterly obsessed.
And ASOS, where the mask is currently sold, is selling out fast. In an interview ASOS said that customers are going nuts over the mask in recent weeks, which really isn’t surprising, because if you’re gonna wear a sheet mask it might as well as Disney!
As for its actual skincare benefits, each mask is enriched with rosewater, renowned as an ingredient for its soothing and hydrating benefits, but best of all, the £3.50 price tag makes it totally budget friendly.
Using it couldn’t be easier, simply start with a freshly-washed face and place over your face ensuring your eyes and lips match up to the holes. Then sit back, relax and leave on for 10 -12 minutes. Once it’s removed, wipe off any excess from the skin to admire your reflection in all its dewy post-mask glory. Just don’t forget the selfie!
Olivia has spoken out about the new Love Island engagement...
Olivia Buckland met Alex Bowen on last year’s series of ITV2’s Love Island, where the pair quickly struck up a romance.
And despite facing their fair share of ups and downs in the villa, the two have seemed stronger than EVER since leaving the show, so much so that they got engaged at the end of last year.
So when news broke of Love Island 2017 contestants Jessica Shears and Dom Lever’s engagement, we weren’t the only ones to wonder what Liv had to say about it…
Olivia met her fiance Alex on Love Island 2016
Chatting to OK! magazine, Liv admitted: ‘I got engaged quite quickly, but it was after five months and we were in the villa for four weeks together solidly.’
‘Obviously Jess went out, there was the Mike thing, then they weren’t really together, then they were and they’ve moved in together all of a sudden,’ she continued. ‘It does seem a bit quick for the situation they’ve been in, but if it’s worked for them then you can’t argue. We’ll see what happens.’
Revealing that Jess had actually told her about the big news before the rest of us found out, Olivia went on: ‘Jess told me at the TV Choice awards before it was out, so I knew two weeks ago. I don’t know why she told me…’
Jess and Dom recently announced their engagement after meeting in this year’s Love Island
‘She wasn’t wearing her ring, whereas I was on Instagram like, ‘Oh my God, look at my ring!’, little things like that, but you make hay while the sun shines,’ Liv concluded.
Dom has recently defended his relationship, telling the publication: ‘Before I went on Love Island I would have judged someone for proposing this quickly, but spending so much time together in the villa really cemented my feelings for Jess.’
Gushing over his bride-to-be, Dom added: ‘After the first week of being back in the UK I knew I was going to marry her. As far as I’m concerned, when you know something is right, why wait?’
And Jess seemed equally as smitten about her future hubby: ‘I can see why people would say we’re rushing into things but it feels like I’ve known Dom a lifetime.’
Well, we’re just pleased we’ve got TWO Love Island weddings on the cards…
Rumours about the 20-year-old emerged on Friday night
Speculation is circulating that Kylie is expecting her first child
In case you haven’t noticed, there are a few rumours flying around about Kylie Jenner being ‘pregnant’ RN.
TMZbroke the ‘news’ on Friday, claiming that the 20-year-old has been ‘telling friends’ that she’s expecting her first child with boyfriend Travis Scott.
Adding fuel to the fire, she’s been keeping a low profile and posting old pictures on Instagram. A source also confirmed to PEOPLE that she’s due in February.
Kylie Jenner went public with Travis Scott in April
Of course, fans have since been scouring the internet for baby-related clues.
Some think they’ve figured out when Travis found out he’s going to be a daddy, due to the fact that he tweeted back in June: ‘Legit happiest day of my life.’
This also happened to be the day that he and Kylie got matching butterfly tattoos.
But Kylie confused everyone yesterday, teasing her Instagram followers with a photo of a seemingly flat stomach. While celebrating her friend Jordyn Woods’ birthday, we saw her sneakily lift up her top while her joggers were slung low on her hips.
Comments included: ‘Pregnant where tho?’ and: ‘Is there a baby bump???’
Neither Kylie nor anyone from the Kardashian/Jenner family has confirmed or denied the news, but mum Kris did give a very cryptic answer when asked about the speculation over the weekend.
She told The Cut: ‘I just woke up this morning. She’s not confirmed anything. I think it’s kind of wild that everyone is just assuming that that’s just happening.
Kris Jenner has spoken about the rumours
‘Something happens every single day. You never know what is going to break at any moment.’
Hmm. We guess we’ll just have to wait and see… perhaps on the new series of Keeping Up With The Kardashians?
It looks like things could be getting pretty serious for these two...
Lucy Mecklenburgh and Ryan Thomas really did find love in a hopeless place, when the pair met on Channel 4’s Celebrity Island With Bear Grylls where they were left to fend for themselves with nothing but their instincts and survival knowledge to help.
After quickly striking up a romance on the show, the pair have confirmed their relationship on social media by posting some seriously sweet snaps of one another at a friend’s wedding.
And now it looks like former The Only Way Is Essex star Lucy and former Coronation Street actor Ryan have taken their relationship to the next level…
Taking to Instagram, both Lucy and Ryan shared snaps of their day out together, and it appears that Lucy has officially met Ryan’s daughter, Scarlett.
Judging from the social media posts, we can guess that 26-year-old Lucy and 33-year-old Ryan took eight-year-old Scarlett to see a showing of the classic Robin Williams film Mrs Doubtfire at the Backyard Cinema in London.
Whilst the actor wrote alongside the adorable snap of his little girl: ‘How did you spend your Sunday? #RobinWilliamsLegend,’ fitness guru Lucy shared a similar snap of the theatre and captioned it: ‘It has to be in my top 5! Robin Williams is just an absolute legend! What a talented man #mrsdoubtfire #backyardcinema #london #cinema [sic]’
The brunette beauty has previously opened up about her new relationship to Fabulous magazine: ‘It’s no secret that we’ve been on holiday together, and I’ve had a really lovely time. Life’s good. It’s really early days.’
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But Lucy explained she’d rather keep the relationship as private as possible: ‘If it’s OK with you, I’d like to leave it at that,’ she told the publication.
Explaining why, she continued: ‘I was put on national television two weeks into being 19 years old. When I was hurt, it all played out on camera and it was really tough.’
‘I grew up and learned these horrible lessons that all girls and guys do – but on TV with millions of people judging,’ Lucy added. ‘Now, I want to keep more close to me. That’s how I want to do it.’
Kem has bravely spoken out about suffering crippling anxiety as a child...
From watching Kem Cetinay on ITV2’s Love Island this summer, you’d like you were unlikely to meet a more confident, hilarious, larger-than-life character.
But Kem – who went on to win the show with girlfriend Amber Davies – has recently opened up about having suffered with his mental health when he was young.
Chatting to The Sunday Times Style magazine, the 21-year-old barber from Essex admitted that his anxiety caused him to leave school: ‘Anxiety can be a dark path if you don’t handle it well, I’ve seen it first hand… I was taken out of school when I was 13, in year 9.’
Kem met girlfriend Amber on Love Island this summer
The reality TV star continued: ‘People don’t know I didn’t finish school, that I was a different person to how I am now… I basically had therapy seven days a week for like, three years.’
If you missed Kem’s rise to fame on the ITV2 dating show, you wouldn’t know that not only did Kem meet the love of his life on Love Island, but also his soulmate and best friend in the form of Chris Hughes.
Yep, the two’s bromance was the stuff of legends and won over more hearts across the nation than any of the actual couples…
And Chris has also spoken out about having battled anxiety in the past, confessing that he eventually turned to his mum for guidance as the illness continued to escalate.
On World Mental Health Day, Chris – who came third on the show with girlfriend Olivia Attwood – shared a post that detailed what he had been suffering with: ‘I had a hypnotherapist. I had loads of sessions with him, which really sorted it out,’ he began.
‘It was at a time where I just feeling anxious, you know, I used to get it when I left work. I’d do a 9-5 job and when it got to like 4:30-5, I would start to feel anxious and I didn’t want to go home from work, which was really weird,’ Chris continued. ‘Every time I got home, I just felt like s**t.’
This Highlighter Will Literally Turn Your Skin Into Molten Metal
It’s all down to savvy-skilled Instagram user @thestudyofmakeup. There’s no filter trickery here – it turns out THAT glow is all down to some seriously skilled make-up.
Allure interviewed the woman behind the account and apparently a molten metal glow all comes down to two things: A dense make-up brush and a highlighter with the same undertones as your skin.
Clever.
“Most people apply their highlight with a large fan brush.” She says, “I use a very dense wet eyeshadow brush”
Primark’s winter edit plays host to everything from jeans and bags to dresses and shoes, it’s all oh-so great that they’ve got us wanting to add yet another wardrobe staple to our shopping list: jackets.
From jacquard print blazers, to corduroy and delicately embroidered denim the high street mecca really does have a jacket style to suit everyone. So which one’s for you? SEE: Best Primark Jackets
If you’re after something with a little extra coverage, go for a thicker fabric such as wool, pleather or suedette. If you’ve mastered the art of layering, meanwhile, opt for lightweight fabrics in flowy kimono style jackets you can pair with a warmer base layer, or a breezy cotton trench coat to add as the finishing touch to your workwear get-ups. There’s block colours or patterns to choose from too. Stripes will work well for office attire with added edge, while florals and pretty intricate prints will make for the ultimate off-duty cover-up. You’re now officially 75% of the way to street style supremacy.
As for your final stretch, it’s all down to the little details. We’re talking unique zip and button fastenings, OTT sleeves and cleverly curated necklines. Trust us, they really do go a long way.
Et voila. There’s just one final thing to mention – the price. These beauties start at just £15! Now that’s what we call a no-brainer buy. Meet you at the checkouts…
Rumours have been going wild recently about Scott Disick and Sofia Richie’s supposed romance.
However, it looks like the pair have both confirmed the relationship on Instagram, with both 19-year-old Sofia and 34-year-old Scott posting cute snaps of one another on their Instagram stories yesterday (24 September).
In Sofia’s post, the photo shows her walking bare-foot on the beach alongside the father-of-three.
Since the alleged ‘confirmation’ of the relationship, many of Sofia’s 2.8 million Instagram followers have been sharing their strong opinions on the unlikely romance…
Whilst many seemed supportive, commenting: ‘Scott is hot and hilarious, I support you,’ and ‘You and Scott are goals,’ a lot of others weren’t so impressed – to put it lightly.
‘Honey…ur 19, why are u dating a 34 man with 3 kids [sic]’ one asked the daughter of singer Lionel Richie.
Another slammed the blonde beauty, writing: ‘He’s fifteen years older than her with three kids and cheated on his wife and she’s still a teen. She needs to get her s**t together because that’s disgusting [sic]’
One fan defended their idol, but still seemed seriously shocked: ‘First of all I’m a fan, and I always loved her, and If it makes her happy we all should be happy but I can’t stop thinking that it’s so f**king weird and also she’s now stepmother omg [sic]’
‘This 19 year old with money should be in college and studying instead of h**ing around with someone else’s baby daddy. wtf,’ another commented, before adding: ’15yr age difference tho!! [sic]’
Sofia’s post of herself and Scott came after he also appeared to make their romance ‘official’ on his Instagram story, sharing a snap of himself whispering into Sofia’s ear.
The couple made their first public appearance together at the weekend, but it wasn't as cosy as some had hoped...
It’s happened! Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have made their first public appearance together.
The couple attended the opening ceremony of the Invictus Games in Toronto, Canada on Saturday night, where Harry gave an impassioned speech about the sporting event.
Prince Harry spoke in front of the crowd (and girlfriend Meghan Markle) at the Invictus Games
But while they’ve been dating for almost a year, Meghan and Harry didn’t actually sit together. Instead, they were placed several rows apart. Oh.
Harry, 34, was seated in the VIP box, alongside US First Lady Melania Trump, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Ukrainian President Petro Poroshenko.
Suits star Meghan, 36, was in a separate section, alongside friend Markus Anderson, who introduced her to the prince.
Meghan Markle sat with friend Markus Anderson
But don’t worry, this isn’t a bad sign. There was a very good reason why Harry and Meghan weren’t side by side.
Because Meghan isn’t a royal or a dignitary, it would have breached protocol if she’d sat with Harry, the First Lady and the Canadian PM.
And despite the fact that she was so far away from her man, Meghan did reportedly have a royal protection officer next to her. This is a pretty big deal, showing that she’s already being treated like a member of the family.
It’s also been said that Harry couldn’t help stealing a few glances at his other half. Aw.
Prince Harry sat alongside Melania Trump and Justin Trudeau
Harry set up the Invictus Games in 2014, for wounded, sick or injured armed services personnel. This year’s event features 550 athletes from 17 nations competing in 12 sports, including wheelchair basketball, archery and golf.
Toronto is a pretty handy place for Harry and Meghan, as the American actress films legal drama Suits in the city.
Now that they’ve stepped out together, rumours of an engagement are at an all-time high. Eee, we can only hope and wait…
We have some lovely news about Hollyoaks‘ Carley Stenson and Danny Mac today… they’re married!
Danny, 29, opened up about his big day on Lorraine this morning, telling host Lorraine Kelly: ‘It was the perfect day.
‘It really could not have been better, it was fantastic weather and it was all outside. We had a really wonderful time, it could not have gone better.’
Danny Mac spoke about his wedding on today’s Lorraine
Despite the fact that Danny – who played Dodger in the Channel 4 soap – was runner-up on last year’s Strictly Come Dancing, he and Carley chose not to perform an elaborate routine for their first dance.
He continued: ‘We didn’t have the time [to choreograph], we’ve both been so busy.
‘We literally took three days off to go and get married and then straight back into rehearsals. Choreographing a routine wasn’t really [possible].’
Danny and Carley, 35, got engaged last year after five years together. They met on the set of ‘Oaks, where Carley starred as Steph Cunningham for 11 years.
Carley gives us a glimpse of her stunning wedding dress on the cover of this week’s Hello!, inside which they open up about the woodland ceremony that took place in the New Forest.
Talking about the moment he saw his future wife walking down the aisle, Danny said: ‘Carley looked truly sensational and so happy.
‘It was such a lovely moment that I’ll never forget. I actually put my hand out to tell her to slow down as it was all going too quickly and I wanted to cherish it. Carley thought I waved and so she waved back.’
Carley added: ‘I felt so calm yet so excited. I just couldn’t stop smiling and giggling. It felt like our plan had come together perfectly and I was about to say “I do” to my best friend in front of everyone we loved. It was magical.’
The Mancunian actress has a brand new fashion range - and trust us, you're going to want every. Single. Item.
Interviewing Michelle Keegan is always a surprising experience. We forget her Mancunian drawl and wicked cackle – what can we say? We make Michelle laugh. Today, we’re sitting down with her in Kuala Lumpur to discuss her first fashion collection with Very, which features sequinned maxis, slick night out pieces and wearable everyday favourites. The 30-year-old has even expanded her design skills to include PJs, fitness gear and home accessories, all styled on her own pad. Basically, the MK lifestyle starts here!
But with hubby Mark Wright moving to LA to present TV show Extra, a backlash after her recent birthday celebrations (she likes a drink, shocker) and with filming for Our Girl running until December – how on earth is she fitting it all in?
Hi Michelle, how are you doing?
I’m a bit tired. I still haven’t got over my jet lag. I started work straight away, so I haven’t adapted yet.
Are you enjoying filming the third season of Our Girl in Kuala Lumpur?
Yes, it’s so exciting!
Congratulations on the new collection – it looks very sophisticated…
It was just a natural shift. I did this collection based very much on my own style and what I like to wear, and I think that shines through.
Happy Birthday for last month!
Thanks, I hear your 30s are the best.
Do you think you dress differently now you’re a bit older?
I don’t think that turning 30 has changed my style. These days I know what suits my body shape and what I feel most confident in. I tend not to follow trends, I know how to work it for me.
Was it good working with Very?
Yeah. I’ve done so much with them, I did eight shoots in two weeks. Then I just had my first weekend off in Kuala Lumpur and I did two shoots – one on Saturday and then Sunday. You know me, I love my hard work, but when I have those proper days off, I’m going to relax. It makes me appreciate them more.
What are your favourite pieces from the collection?
I love the beaded sequin gown [£250]. It has a low back and is very glamorous. I could see myself wearing it on the red carpet.
What would you wear on a date night with Mark?
I have some cute skater dresses that I’d wear with ankle boots.
Obviously, you’ve been filming in army uniform all year for the show, have you enjoyed dressing up more when you’ve had the chance?
In August, I celebrated my 30th with a huge night out – I don’t care what people say, it was so much fun. Mark’s brother got engaged while I was away and then we had a huge family party, so I was able to get dressed up for that as well. We had such a good time.
You missed fashion week…
Yeah, and I love it. I’ve got the next one in my diary because I’ve been filming for the past two seasons, so I haven’t been able to go.
Who do you look to for a little fashion inspiration?
Emily Ratajkowski. I follow her and she looks amazing for the red carpet, or even just casual. She’s effortlessly sexy. But I look a lot to my friends. I’d love to go on a night out with them each wearing a key piece from the collection.
Do your mates steal your clothes from your wardrobe when you’re away?
My cousin lives in Essex and she’s always round at mine because she’s got a key. So she always texts me saying: ‘Can I borrow this? Can I borrow that?’ Then I see her wearing it on Instagram. To be fair, she rocks it better than me.
Nightmare! So we’ve talked before about walking the red carpet, do you still find it stressful?
I always feel a bit nervous, I don’t think that will ever leave me. People are shouting your name, taking your photo and it’s all for people to give their opinion on how you look. You’re putting yourself on show for opinions and that’s hard.
But you’ve been in the industry a long time. Is it any easier now?
One million per cent. If I see a negative comment now, it won’t affect me the way that it used to. I think everyone’s entitled to their opinions. I might not agree with how they put them across, but I won’t hold on to negativity.
How do you make yourself feel better on an off day?
I go to the gym. I force myself to go, even if it’s really early in the morning and it’s only like half an hour. It wakes me up, gets the endorphins going and makes me feel so much better. Something that cinches in at the waist but doesn’t feel tight. Jeans and a nice shirt, maybe.
You were recently voted as having the body that most women want. Does that add any pressure?
Erm, no not really. I’m not an avid gym-goer. I don’t diet every day of my life. I always believe in moderation. I don’t believe in fad diets, I won’t starve myself. If I want a treat, I’m having it. It’s a healthier mindset to live by.
You’re also going to be doing homeware and activewear?
The sleepwear is incredible. I didn’t want to take it off when I was doing the shoot. I love loungewear. Even when it comes to homeware, I’ve always got something in my mind that I want but can’t find. So doing this is unbelievable.
Is it based on your home style?
Yeah, a bit. A lot of soft furnishings and textures, but not massively colourful. I like everything quite neutral with beiges and mink, greys and metallics. It’s all quite luxury with throws and big cushions. Cosy, y’know? i have about 20 cushions on my bed, that’s just me!
Amazing. So apart from adding to your cushion collection, what’s next for you?
I don’t finish filming until the beginning of December. Mark’s in America so I’ll go out and meet him.
Congrats on Mark’s new job, it’s incredible news for him!
Is it going to change any of your plans for next year?
No. Actually, I’m planning to have a break. I’m going to have a couple of months off.
Do you ever find it difficult to plan a normal life?
Yeah, you just can’t. Even when I had two weeks off from shooting, I still had work every day – you can’t not fit it in. It’s not difficult because I know it won’t last forever. I feel I’m in a very lucky position.
Are you going to have a holiday?
I’ve got a week off when I get [to America] so we’re planning to jet off and have some downtime, which will be lovely. All I want to do is go to the beach, have a Pina Colada and do a word search [laughs] – that’s all I want, it is my dream!
And now Sam's big sis Louise has reached out to him...
Sam appeared on Celebrity Big Brother recently
Fans of Made In Chelsea and Celebrity Big Brother star Sam Thompson have been seriously worrying about him recently…
It all stemmed from when Sam took to Twitter yesterday (23 September) to make a heartbreaking confession.
To his 156 thousand followers, Sam shared: ‘Today has been the worst day of my life as far as I can remember. I never knew exactly how much one person could effect my life.’
He continued: ‘The only way is has to be up. Can’t get much lower haha. And yes I’m fishing for some love….kinda need it ha’
Sam met Amelia Lily on Celebrity Big Brother
Many of his followers thought Sam was referring to his rumoured new girlfriend Amelia Lily, the singer known from her appearance on The X Factor who struck up a romance with Sam in the CBB house.
One follower responded: ‘Aww whats happened hope it nothing to do with u and Amelia if it is fight for her. Hope ya ok [sic]’ and another agreed: ‘Dont know whats going on but you have @AmeliaLilyOffic in your life and she is such a gorgeous Kind Woman , why cant you see that ?! [sic]’
However, one fan presumed the tweet was regarding Sam’s recent split from fellow MIC star and girlfriend of three years Tiffany Watson, replying: ‘What’s wrong sam !?!? You need tiff back in your life u lost a good woman [sic]’ to which Sam seemingly confirmed he was missing his ex-girlfriend, simply tweeting back: ‘I know’
Sam and Tiff were in a relationship for three years before splitting earlier this year
Looking as if he was confirming it further, Sam also hit back to a troll who slammed his ex-girlfriend.
When someone tweeted Tiff: ‘@Tiffany_W13 you complain about @SamThompsonUK for sleeping around but you are as big a h** as he is. What gives?’ Sam stepped in and defended his former girlfriend.
Although Tiff has not commented on Sam’s emotional outburst, his big sis Louise took to Instagram to share a snap of herself and her little bro, with the caption: ‘Because blood is thicker than water…. >‘
To which Sam repaid the favour by posting his own snap of himself and Louise on his Instagram, emotionally admitting that his sister is all he has: ‘As lame as it sounds. My only constant. I literally have no one else ’
We’re sending a big hug to Sam and hopefully his broken heart can be mended soon…
If like us, you’re dreading the inevitable new-season wardrobe changeover, there’s good news; Mango has just dropped a mid-season sale. Yes, you read that right, just as the cool weather sets in and we start the dreaded process of packing away all those hard working summer essentials we’ve been carefully stockpiling, one of our favourite brands offers-up some purse-friendly pieces to ease us into autumn.
What’s so great about the Mango mid-season sale? As dedicated shoppers, we’re savvy to the sales that deliver on new-season staples and this drop has all those core items and more. Chunky knits perfect for cosying up in, dresses that look every bit as good with tights in the day as they do with bare legs for a night out, to easy accessories to lift your look in a flash – it’s all in there. Bravo, Mango.
When it comes to choosing your bargain buys, it’s always wise to think about what you want to wear now and later. Sure, a coat may seem a little extreme to wear during the tricky transitional weather (chilly one day, balmy the next – sound familiar?) but invest wisely in one of the many trend-led pieces now and you’ll be ahead of the curve.
What’s our team bookmarking? Red is the hottest colour trend of the season and we’ve spied plenty of sleek separates. Mini bags are set to reign supreme and there’s some winning styles to totally lift your look and we’re always going to stockpile knitwear at any opportunity.
Like any other Mango sale, we predict this lot to sell out fast, so be sure to secure your favourite finds, stat.
The pair are said to be 're-evaluating their future together'
Guys, we have some truly devastating news for you today. Love Island‘s Olivia Attwood and Chris Hughes may be on the rocks.
YES, we know. Love isn’t real, yada yada.
Olivia, 26, took to Twitter this morning to tell her followers: ‘Sorry I have been so quiet, sometimes in life you just need a minute to disconnect and remember what’s important.
‘But thank you so much for all your lovely comments and messages, I can’t reply to them all but I do see them and they feed my soul. I love you guys.’
The heartfelt message comes after rumours of a break-up emerged last week, with reports claiming that the couple had a bust-up at Chris and BFF Kem Cetinay’s Ministry Of Sound gig.
They allegedly left the club separately after the argument, and Liv is since thought to have flown to Germany.
According toThe Sun, the relationship isn’t fully over but they’re ‘re-evaluating their future together’. It’s said that Olivia hasn’t spoken to Chris, 24, ‘in days’.
But while Olivia’s made no mention of Chris on her social media accounts since 16 September, Chris has given a shout-out to his other half.
He shared an Instagram snap of a cute dog alongside him and Olivia in a magazine spread yesterday, adding the caption: ‘Amazing Girlfriend & Puppy Love .’
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He also wrote next to a photo of himself, Olivia and (plastic) baby Cash Hughes: ‘🤷♀️🤷♂️.’
Of course, fans are hoping that the speculation is just that. One commented on Chris’s page: ‘She is beautiful and he is gorgeous what couples don’t have their arguments just cos their famous now doesn’t mean they have to be perfect cos perfect is fake and they are amazing people [sic].’
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