1 week ago Darling review – Julie Christie’s romantic satire of swinging 60s has a terrific punch

Christie won an Oscar for her role in John Schlesinger’s film as an insouciant model caught between two lovers at the height of London’s fashion sceneSome of it feels a bit dated now, and that brittle, sophisticated chatter in the cocktail party scenes has a fingernails-down-the-blackboard screechiness that can’t have been intended at the time. But John Schlesinger’s winsome adventure from 1965 still has verve and ambition, a romantic satire of swinging London now on rerelease for its 60th anniversary.Julie Christie plays Diana Scott, a model and actor who enjoys an insouciantly upward rake’s progress in smart-set London: an innocent, almost childlike Becky Sharp-type character, for all her dissolute encounters, and abortion and divorce are notably presented without sorrowing dismay and disapproval. The wry, Oscar-winning screenplay from Frederic Raphael imports and anglicises the influence of Godard, Resnais, Varda and the French New Wave; fashion models and advertising are vitally...

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2 w. ago How to host a summer party and look good doing it: the expert’s guide

From the perfect white outfit to wear, to the drinks that must be served — allow the professionals to weigh in

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2 w. ago From matcha lattes to Dubai chocolate – how supermarkets fight to cope with TikTok trends

Food fads were once dictated by restaurants, now it is viral videos influencing stores what to stock and quicklyTikTok’s algorithm is one of the great mysteries of the modern age. What it deems to be interesting is fed to millions of users, giving it huge cultural sway, from fashion to music and politics. It is also increasingly influencing what we eat.Supermarkets were once the trendsetters, studying popular items on restaurant menus and recreating them on their shelves. Now the big shops are the ones being influenced, says Zoe Simons, a brand development chef at Waitrose. Continue reading...

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2 w. ago Chelsea Flower Show loses its bloom! Royal event is overrun by influencers and reality stars

Organised by the Royal Horticultural Society in London's chicest borough, the garden show has historically been attended by senior members of the British Royal Family.

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3 w. ago Personal stylist shares five items you need in your wardrobe for spring

It can be hard to decide what to wear every day and trying to pick an outfit for different occasions, keeping the seasons in mind, so a personal stylist has shared five basic items to add to your wardrobe this spring

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3 w. ago How royal daughters have been influenced by their famous mothers' fashion style

Why let a great outfit be worn only once, especially when it can be shared across generations? This sentiment rings true even for royal families.

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3 w. ago Bella Hadid's raunchy 2024 Cannes Film Festival outfit was 'used as an example of what NOT to wear to this year's event'

Bella Hadid's raunchy 2024 Cannes Film Festival outfit was used as an example of what not to wear to this year's ceremony, sources claim.

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3 w. ago Stylist and fashion influencer Angie Smith reveals her ultimate summer style tips (and they're all about staying comfy!)

Formerly Holly Willoughby's stylist, Angie has carved out a name for herself with her casual but chic ensembles.

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4 w. ago Fashion influencer slammed for 'tacky' outfit... would YOU wear it?

Brigette Pheloung, known as Acquired Style, gives fashion and beauty advice to her millions of followers on Instagram and TikTok.

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