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The best street style from Lagos fashion week – in pictures

11/2/2018, 5:51:51 PM
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Selena Gomez displays her comedic skills in fashion campaign

11/2/2018, 4:23:47 PM
The 26-year-old, who enjoyed a successful ready-to-wear collaborations with the American fashion house this summer, arrives on screen for an audition. ✔ Action! She arrives on screen for an audition in a bid to land the brand's upcoming holiday window display Style: Set in New York City, the Spring Breakers actress is dressed to impress in a rust-coloured suede trench coat, brown and polo neck by the fashion house In addition to the ad, Coach unveiled Selena as the star of their print advertising campaign for the 2018 holiday collection while holding the Parker bag in metallic leather, which was shot by acclaimed photographer Steven Meisel



Toni Garrn attends Victoria's Secret Fashion Show fitting in NYC

11/2/2018, 6:18:30 PM
It's been five years since Toni graced the VS runway. 'I'M BACK B*****s,' she wrote on Instagram. 'Excited to be back and let’s make 2018 the best one yet.' ✔ I can't tell you guys anything yet, but I look forward to the show,' she said on Instagram It's been five years since Toni graced the VS runway ✔ She founded the Toni Garrn Foundation in 2016, which raises money to support girls and their education on a global scale



Here's Why The Victoria's Secret Fashion Show Could Have Way Fewer Viewers This Year

11/2/2018, 4:55:31 PM
Model Robyn Lawley is calling for a boycott the annual lingerie extravaganza. ✔ hello!The Victoria's Secret Fashion Show refuses to move forward ✔ I had a pretty traumatic incident this year, I nearly lost my life, she said, referring to a seizure and consequential 7-foot fall she experienced over the summer ✔ ThirdLove says it will donate a bra to Support The Girls, a nonprofit that provides bras to homeless women and girls around the country, for each photo shared



Fear of God designer Jerry Lorenzo's new collection taps blue-collar jobs, God and his former Midwest life for inspiration - Los Angeles Times

11/2/2018, 4:31:36 PM
For the messaging for his cult brand's sixth collection, Lorenzo turned to one of his favorite movies, "The NeverEnding Story." The short film promoting the new pieces stars model Maggie Maurer, actor and singer Jared Leto, and Lorenzo's son. ✔ The beat drops to Drake’s hard-hitting Nonstop, a boastful track about playing to be the best, something Lorenzo fiercely relates to ✔ It’s a whirlwind ride, but in the midst of it all, Lorenzo carries himself with a quiet confidence that approval from people pales in comparison to the fear of God



Mumsnet users left BAFFLED by this £5 bodysuit – it makes you look completely naked

11/2/2018, 5:12:43 PM
WOMEN have been left perplexed by this pink bodysuit, so would you wear it? ✔ EXPLICIT: At first glance, it looks as though the person is completely naked (Pic: EVERYTHING5POUNDS) I’d look like a Richmond’s sausage in that! Mumsnet user One wrote: I’ve given up ✔ Looks much nicer than trying to tuck a top in and ending up with a faux muffin top



Louise Roe says motherhood is the 'coolest thing ever'

11/2/2018, 4:55:06 PM
The TV presenter and fashion blogger, 36, branded being a mum 'the coolest thing ever' as she discussed pregnancy, parenting and pumping in an interview earlier this week. ✔ Even friends have turned around, lots of friends have said, I'm really surprised how amazing you are at this ✔ Talented: Louise started her career as a fashion journalist, writing for the British editions of ELLE and Vogue, among others, before moving to the US in late 2009



Who knows Justin Timberlake better, wife Jessica Biel or BFF Jimmy Fallon?

11/2/2018, 4:56:47 PM
Things got a little weird Thursday on "The Tonight Show" as Timberlake wife and best friend pitted their JT knowledge against the other's. ✔ In the first round, they were asked to identify the singer's two favorite rappers ✔ Given that Fallon and Timberlake have performed multiple History of Rap duets on Late Night and The Tonight Show, you'd think he would have had a clear advantage on this one ✔ Fallon actually got this one right: Pineapple, That surprised Biel as much as him ✔ Noel Vasquez, Getty Images Fullscreen Last SlideNext Slide



How Small Business Owners Are Keeping el Día de los Muertos Alive in Dallas

11/2/2018, 4:20:33 PM
This week in El Espace: Stories about women rappers in Oaxaca, change in the Catholic Church and more. ✔ El Espace is a column dedicated to news and culture relevant to Latinx communities ✔ After all, Brazil’s samba circles were first rooted in resistance ✔ That acronym was used in a previous draft, but the final was more vague in renewing the church’s commitment against every discrimination and sexually based violence



Rita Ora nails laid-back chic in bright orange hemmed coat and flares

11/2/2018, 5:06:59 PM
The singer, 27, looked ready for a break as she made a low-key arrival in Berlin, Germany, on Friday. ✔ Earlier in the day, she looked close with Liam Payne once again as they captivated the crowd during Westfield London's 10th anniversary show at the White City shopping centre ✔ Girl about town: been busy promoting her single Let You Love Me and performing at high-profile events and Halloween parties for the past few days (pictured on Tuesday)



Hamleys unveils its Christmas window to festive shoppers

11/2/2018, 6:05:18 PM
Hamleys toy store on Regent Street in London unveiled its Christmas window display on Friday, as it prepares to welcome hordes of parents ready to buy gifts for little ones ahead of Santa's arrival. ✔ Hamleys unveiled its much-anticipated Christmas window on Friday, kicking off the season in true festive fashion ✔ I love that other little girls of all different ethnic backgrounds can come to the show and be inspired in the same way ✔ Dolls, cuddly toys including a Paddington Bear and a Lego Hogwarts Express train from the 'Harry Potter' book and film series are also on the list



Scandal’s Cornelius Smith Jr. Marries Stephanie Lilly Smith — See the Photos!

11/2/2018, 7:22:05 PM
See all the photos from the couple's romantic May wedding ✔ True love never looked this good! Scandal star Cornelius Smith Jr ✔ He accessorized his classic look with a patterned bow tie, a matching pocket square and a pink boutonnière ✔ Moments after the pair tied the knot, they were seen walking down the aisle, holding hands and smiling ✔ Just one month earlier, the show aired its final episode



Meghan Markle criticised for this ‘unprofessional’ habit – can you see what it is?

11/2/2018, 6:15:56 PM
MEGHAN MARKLE has taken this habit “a step too far”, according to an etiquette expert. ✔ No. It is just a small blip in Meghan’s usually delightful manners that can be easily corrected for future engagements ✔ For example, if someone frequently touchers their hair in a variety of non-stressful situations such as talking on the phone, reading a book, or watching TV then it’s more likely a habit they’re not even aware of, she said



Gwyneth Paltrow Pulled a Meghan Markle and Wore Stella McCartney for Her Wedding Reception

11/2/2018, 5:20:36 PM
The Goop founder danced the night away in a chic Stella McCartney romper at her Sept. 29 wedding to producer Brad Falchuk ✔ Falchuk wore a gray Tom Ford suit, while Apple Martin, Paltrow’s 14-year-old daughter with ex Chris Martin, wore a strapless white Monique Lhuillier bridesmaid dress ✔ The couple announced their engagement on the cover of  Goop Magazine ‘s Sex & Love issue in Jan. 2018 ✔ So even though I’m 45, I sort of feel like a 21-year-old



Naomi Watts stuns in a denim trench coat as she runs errands in NY

11/2/2018, 7:05:12 PM
She was recently cast in the forthcoming Game of Thrones prequel. And on Friday, it appeared Naomi Watts kept a rather low profile while running her errands in New York. ✔ It was quite the eventful day for the family, who, aside from Sasha, all sported animal-themed Halloween costumes ✔ Naomi appeared to have dressed up as a zebra; Liev went as a monkey; Sasha as Harley Quinn; and Samuel sported a panda bear suit ✔ The unnamed project is expected to commence production later this month



Irina Shayk, Who Has a Baby with Bradley Cooper, Says She Suffers From Mom Guilt 'Every Day'

11/2/2018, 7:43:12 PM
Russian model Irina Shayk isn't afraid to be open about the fact that her life isn't always as perfect as it looks ✔ Most recently, she and the A Star Is Born  actor and director, 43, walked their first Met Gala red carpet together in May, where she wore a gold high-slit ruffle-embellished gown by Versace ✔ For more of this exclusive interview with Irina Shayk, pick up this week’s issue of PEOPLE , on newsstands now



Don’t forget to ‘fall back’ this weekend; standard time begins Sunday

11/2/2018, 5:25:50 PM
Change those clocks and enjoy an hour of extra sleep if you can. ✔ Many believed that an hour of daylight in the morning was more valuable to farming and industry than one tacked on to the end of the workday ✔ Years of deeply rooted tradition stand in the way of any change to this practice today ✔ The Sunshine State’s proposal appears likely to be struck down by Congress in the weeks ahead



Holiday gifts from the L.A. Times Test Kitchen - Los Angeles Times

11/2/2018, 5:07:07 PM
If you’re considering homemade gifts for the holidays this year, there are plenty of ways to get creative in the kitchen. Not only are crafty gifts a thoughtful and creative way to show how much you care, they’re a great way to stay on budget during the holiday season. ✔ If you’re considering homemade gifts for the holidays this year, there are plenty of ways to get creative in the kitchen ✔ Sweetened shredded coconut may be substituted, but decrease the brown sugar slightly to account for the sweetness of the coconut and note that the coconut will brown more quickly in the oven



Kate Wright and Rio Ferdinand’s wedding details revealed - including a BIG clue about the dress, the special roles for the kids and the A-list guest list

11/2/2018, 4:53:46 PM
GLAMOROUS couple Rio Ferdinand and Kate Wright have been celebrating in style after they got engaged on their family holiday to Abu Dhabi. The retired footballer and former Towie star have been dat… ✔ I try to avoid white bread but I always eat eggs, spinach and chicken, Kate told Now ✔ The blonde beauty posed in front of the spectacular backdrop with friends, family and even did a couples shot with Rio ✔ We are expecting lots of bling and diamonds at the wealthy pair’s special day ✔ And she thrilled fans in a plunging pink bikini on holiday with Rio



Lil Peep Died Before Becoming Pop Royalty. His New Music May Change That.

11/2/2018, 4:20:28 PM
The rapper and singer’s death at 21 left questions about the future of his songs. Now his closest collaborators are preparing his first full posthumous statement. ✔ (Peep used a particular group of settings in GarageBand for almost all of his recordings, resulting in a signature desiccated texture on his vocals.) Emotions were high, and the sessions were stop-and-go ✔ It was almost something to live for when we lost him, Smokeasac said



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