Monthly Archives: April 2011

Finally, the sun is shining and we can put away those woollies for another year. And that means only one thing: it’s time for a wardrobe overhaul!

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April 30, 2011 in Fabulous, Fashion, Shopping
Finally, the sun is shining and we can put away those woollies for another year. And that means only one thing: it’s time for a wardrobe overhaul! Get all your summer essentials for less at New Look. And with 20 per cent off in store for all Fabulous readers, you can nail the season’s trends […] Read more

Thought you checked into The Priory to clean up from drug and booze addictions? Not always. Women are increasingly turning to clinics to get over their heartbreak…

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April 30, 2011 in Featured, Real Life
Slumped in front of her computer, Karen Lennox trembled as another sob racked her emaciated body. Tears rolled down her cheeks, and the ache in her chest throbbed. If there was a pill to ease the hurt, she would have taken it. But the agony the 39-year-old freelance hairdresser from Maida Vale, west London, felt […] Read more

You could win an exhilarating hot-air-balloon ride for you and a friend, worth £395. It’s the perfect way to celebrate spring, courtesy of Cushelle.

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April 30, 2011 in Competitions, Fabulous, Private Home, Public Home
You could win an exhilarating hot-air-balloon ride for you and a friend, worth £395. Taking to the skies at either dawn or dusk, it’s the perfect way to celebrate spring, courtesy of Cushelle. The winner will also be treated to a standard four-pack of cushiony soft Cushelle toilet tissue and a cuddly Cushelle koala! And […] Read more

Celebs, royalty and dignitaries dazzle at Westminster Abbey as Prince William marries Catherine Middleton

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April 29, 2011 in Fabulous, Fashion, Private Home, Public Home, Wills and Kate
We all know that one of the best bits of any wedding (even when there’s not a real-life Prince involved) is the outfits. And with the Beckhams, SamCam and the Queen in the congregation as Prince William married Catherine Middleton today, it was inevitable that sartorial fare would reach new heights (and we’re not just […] Read more

Bride Kate Middleton channelled Grace Kelly on her wedding day, and as she arrived at the alter her husband-to-be whispered, “You look beautiful”.

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April 29, 2011 in Fabulous, Private Home, Public Home, Wills and Kate
Bride Kate Middleton channelled Grace Kelly on her wedding day, and as she arrived at the altar her husband-to-be whispered, “You look beautiful”. Because we simply heart the new Princess Catherine from her tiaraed-top to toe, here we reveal all about the jewels, the flowers and of course the dress that she chose to meet […] Read more

So maybe you’re an anti-royalist or allergic to bunting. That doesn’t mean you can’t have some majestic fun to celebrate the free day off…

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April 28, 2011 in Fabulous, Featured
Land of Kings A Kate Middleton-themed burlesque act, you say? We’re sold. This two-day festival is also bursting at the seams with banging burgers, gin cocktails, and DJ sets from 2manyDjs and Mums of Death. Book your ticket now for queen and country. April 28 and 29, Dalston. Landofkings.co.uk. Re:Joice The glittering Marina and the […] Read more

Celebrate all things British with this gorgeous berry-topped cake, filled with strawberry jam and spread with a rich butter cream icing. Perfect for picnics, street parties or to brighten up a rainy day!

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April 28, 2011 in Food
Domestic goddess Kirstie Allsopp’s celebration cake looks good enough for a princess, and tastes royally special too! Serves 12 Preparation time: 15 minutes Cooking time: 25-30 minutes Ingredients Cake 200g (7oz) plain flour 405g can Carnation Condensed Milk Light 2 eggs 2tsp vanilla extract 150g (5oz) margarine or butter 3tsp baking powder Filling 6tbsp strawberry […] Read more

We text the TV presenter…then let you have a nosey at our conversation. Phil talks homes, his shirt collection and his hair…

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April 24, 2011 in Celeb Features, Celebs, Fabulous
What’s the strangest thing you’ve read about yourself? That I was sh***ing Kirstie. That was quite bizarre! You would make a great couple, though. I know, in some ways we act like we’re married. Sometimes we’ll wander round a supermarket – I’ll be pushing the trolley and she’ll be shouting: “Phil, don’t forget the burgers!” […] Read more