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Daily Mail
5 days ago
- Business
- Daily Mail
Daisy Lowe goes topless as she models risqué lingerie and suspenders in racy bridal photoshoot for Agent provocateur ahead of her wedding
Daisy Lowe modelled risqué lace lingerie and suspenders before going topless in racy new photoshoot for Agent provocateur on Thursday. The model, 36, who is counting down to her wedding to real estate developer, Jordan Saul, has been announced as the face of the brand's upcoming bridal campaign. Shot at The Lanesborough Hotel in London, Daisy looked sensational in a semi-sheer corset and a dramatic veil while sipping on champagne. She later changed into a balconette bra and matching knickers with a cropped bolero jacket layered over the top. For another photo, Daisy laid on the floor with a dramatic sheer robe draped over her shoulders. From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the DailyMail's new Showbiz newsletter to stay in the loop. After working with Creative Director Sarah Shotton, Daisy said of the campaign: 'I'm so honoured to be back with Agent Provocateur for bridal, it's so surreal. 'AP has been a huge part of my life and I'm so honoured to work with everyone again, especially Sarah. 'I've known Sarah since I was a young model and she always and still makes me feel confident and sexy and that is why she is and always will be one of my great friends.' Daisy - who is the daughter of model, Pearl Lowe, and musician Gavin Rossdale - previously revealed she is busy planning her Somerset wedding with partner, three years after they got engaged. In addition, the former Strictly star, explained that while she is busy with preparations for her big day the couple have also decided to move to Somerset with their daughter Ivy, two. Daisy admitted she has been quite overwhelmed and 'super anxious' recently as she attempts to balance having a 'toddler, planning a wedding and a new home'. Speaking in the June addition of SOMERSET LIFE magazine, Daisy said she 'needs to get married before she can think about having baby number two'. Daisy said: 'I'm moving to and marrying in Somerset. That's how much I love it. I will coordinate Ivy with me and my bridesmaids, she'll be a little flower girl but I'm still trying to figure it all out.' She continued: 'Jordan is really practical whereas I'm the creative one, so I need him to make certain decisions and he lets me get on with the creative stuff.' 'But having a toddler, planning a wedding and a new home is quite a lot. First thing this morning I had to write so I don't feel super anxious. I don't feel actual pressure, but it is an exciting idea that it could be better than my 18th, which was one of the best parties ever. I think we might top it. The star revealed the couple have decided to move to the country after being 'inspired' by her mum as she grew up surrounded by nature. She said: 'Now the plan is to rent a little eco-home in Somerset while we start looking for somewhere to build our own eco-home. 'We can immerse ourself in the life with Ivy starting nursery there next year and start building out community. The idea that when we're there we will find the exact bit of land.' The mother-of-one is already looking at wormeries, 'so she can give back to the land and reusable water pumps and heat pumps' for her new property.
Daily Mail
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Vivienne Westwood's model granddaughter Cora Corre says she felt 'sad and anxious' during secret battle with her body image and 'extreme dieting'
Vivienne Westwood 's model granddaughter Cora Corre has opened up for the first time about her private battle with body image and extreme dieting. British fashion royalty Cora, 27, is the daughter of Agent Provocateur lingerie founders Serena Rees and Joe Corre, and the paternal granddaughter of the late designer Dame Vivienne Westwood, who died in 2022. But despite her gilded lineage and early start in the industry – she walked her first Westwood show aged just four – Cora says the path was far from easy. She has now revealed how industry pressures threw her into a destructive cycle of restriction, shame and obsessive exercise. Speaking on the latest episode of the Before the Lights podcast, Cora explained: 'I'm incredibly privileged, but sometimes when you grow up in those scenarios, you want to do everything but. 'I wanted to be a human rights lawyer. I went to school and decided to not do anything creative - but I probably was creative, whether I liked it or not. I love fashion.' Cora started modelling professionally at 16, but admitted she 'used to go through stages of liking it and not liking it.' Doing editorial shoots in her teens damaged her body image, she confessed, because she was never 'skinny' enough nor 'plus sized' enough to meet industry standards. She said: 'There was no in-between - and I would fall into the in-between. The industry has come so far, which is amazing, but it definitely still has so far to go.' Cora continued: 'I never was into being super, super skinny because that's not how I naturally am, and I don't want to live miserably… but my journey with fitness and all those things was extreme. 'I'd be like, "I need to work out every day because I ate like crap for a few weeks". Or I'd eat one bad thing, and be like, "F*** it!" And then you eat everything. And then you go into this cycle. I used to have a cheeseburger and then go to extremes, like do a juice cleanse.' Describing feeling 'sad and anxious' as a result, the Marc Jacobs campaign star confessed she'd go on punishing health kicks in a bid to compensate - but even they would backfire. She said: 'I wouldn't have the brownie I wanted. I'd end up eating a million things to try and satisfy that craving. 'And then you end up having the brownie anyway or you're constantly obsessing about the next thing you're going to eat because you're trying to be healthy.' It wasn't just her body that left her feeling out of place. As the daughter of a Kashmiri mother, Cora often struggled to fit the industry's narrow idea of what it meant to be British. 'People saw Vivienne Westwood as this English treasure, so you expect her lineage to be the same – an English rose. And then I turn up and I'm half English, half Kashmiri. 'I was definitely pigeonholed as this British legacy, but then there was a disconnect with the background of my mum. I even had it at school. She added: 'There's so much more understanding and inclusivity that I don't think that would have happened now. 'But it was at a time when the fashion industry hadn't advanced. Now we're more open to the idea of people being mixed, but still British.' Cora, who grew up in London with the next generation of the original Primrose Hill set – her childhood friends include Kate Moss's daughter Lila and Jude Law and Sadie Frost's son Rafferty – said that along with industry changes, she has learned to shift her mindset, too. 'Now I just eat what I want when I want it,' she explained, crediting her new attitude to going to the gym every week – sometimes as often as five days – for the last two years. Far from it being an obsession revolving around her looks, it's all about how it makes her feel. She continued: 'Being a model and knowing that I'm not a size zero; feeling strong mentally and being sure of yourself is something that I've built to such a crazy level. 'Training and knowing that I'm showing up for myself has made me feel the best I've ever felt. 'When you go into a casting – which might feel scary when there's loads of incredible, beautiful models – I don't walk away from those things doubting myself, because I feel strong. It's not a physical thing - it's inside.' As well as regular sessions with her personal trainer at a gym in London's Fitzrovia, Cora recently gave herself a health boost with a luxe trip to SHA Wellness Clinic, which has locations in Spain and Mexico. She took her exercise-phobic dad, Joe, to the swish retreat where one night's stay will set you back anywhere between £500 and £6,300 depending on your choice of accommodation. 'I thought it would be a good reset for both of us. It wasn't restrictive. It taught you how important food is to feed your body. It was actually really a healthy thing. 'In the past, I've been to places where they do juice cleanses and it's really restrictive. Now I'd never go back to one of those places because it's not right,' Cora added. Her candour comes amid a new chapter for Cora, who late last year resigned from the Vivienne Westwood label following explosive disagreements with the company's CEO Carlo d'Amario. She accused the company of misusing her grandmother's designs and contesting trademarks, hindering the work of the Vivienne Foundation, and of 'homophobic bullying' and 'betraying' her grandmother's legacy While she still works with the Foundation, she's now planning to forge her own career away from the long shadow of her family legacy. 'Everything people have done in my family is amazing,' she said. 'But I'm very much my own person, and I think through building my stronghold within myself, I'm just so excited to excel in my own career. It feels like a really freeing, exciting moment in so many ways.'
The Sun
29-04-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
How ‘cash-strapped' Helen Flanagan could turn to sauciest plan yet to recover lost £3m after work drought & Corrie snub
AFTER being forced to sell her home and crying over her lost millions, hearing that ITV bosses had shut the door on a Corrie return was a bitter blow for Helen Flanagan. And yet, far from giving up, insiders reveal the mum-of-three is launching a huge bid to claw back all the £3.5m fortune she lost - and it seems her incredible figure could be at the heart of her money making plans. 9 9 9 After an incredibly tough few years, which has seen her admit she hit rock-bottom, Helen is ready for her comeback - and a fresh start. The 34-year-old had her sights firmly set on a soap return after being out of full-time employment for seven years. But her hopes have been dashed by Corrie bosses who have told her 'there is no way back.' Now the star has been forced to turn to other avenues to boost her income. In the past, Helen has shown off her incredible figure modelling for various lingerie brands and, following her recent boob job, there is more demand than ever to see the star in her skimpies. PR Expert/Entertainment expert for Press Box PR Lynn Carratt believes lingerie deals could be a seriously lucrative option for her. She told us: "She could work with, and has previously worked with, many lingerie brands including the prestigious Agent Provocateur. "She has also previously produced edits for Nikki Intimates and Pour Moi and could potentially work with Boux Avenue who are a hugely popular brand and potentially launch her own range. "Obviously, there will be exclusivity clauses with her deals with these brands and she wouldn't be allowed to work with them all at once, but she could definitely net around £500,000 this year from this type of endorsement alone." Helen underwent surgery in 2023 - picking 34CC implant size - Motiva Round - and opted for a dual plane placement. Helen Flanagan reveals her sadness as she's forced to sell her forever home She explained at the time: 'I lost a lot of weight from my break up and I didn't want my boobs to be too big for my frame but I needed them to fill out the skin that needed lifting. 'Now they are just perfect for my frame and I feel they are really natural, like my boobs before my kids." 'Really struggling' Helen shot to fame as Rosie Webster on the ITV favourite, landing the role while she was still at primary school. Over the years, her career went from strength to strength, with reality TV appearances and brand deals cementing her celebrity status. But behind the scenes, the mum-of-three has admitted she's hit hard times financially - telling fans she's been 'really struggling' since her split from footballer Scott Sinclair, 36. Earlier this month, Helen revealed she was forced to downsize from her 'forever home' in Bolton, Greater Manchester, after "losing all her money" - a stark contrast from the glamorous image lived out in the public eye. Letting her hair down at Aintree earlier this month, Helen opened up about her hopes on returning to Coronation Street - and revealed the timing was right for her now. She told us: "I'd love to, especially as Charlie [her four-year-old son] is going to school. 9 9 9 "It would be perfect. "But we'll just have to wait and see if it fits into a storyline." Hinting that her comeback could be sooner rather than later, when asked if Corrie bosses had been in touch, she replied: "I can't say." However, it seems the chat didn't go quite the way she expected as another insider said: 'Helen recently spoke to a top Corrie producer about the possibility of coming back, but her character wouldn't currently feed into any plots that are playing out.' She is now looking at other options, with PR expert Lynn suggesting: "Another path she might consider is becoming a mummy influencer, much like Stacey Solomon. "With her 1.1 million social media followers and experience as a single mother of three, there's likely a strong interest in her life. To transition into this area, she would probably need to shift away from more overtly sexy endorsements, such as Ann Summers, and focus on family-friendly content. "This could involve collaborations on homeware lines with retailers like George at Asda, children's clothing ranges with Primark, or family travel endorsements with companies like TUI or Jet2." 9 9 She continued: "Given Helen's strong and funny personality, starting her own podcast could also be a great option. I'm sure there would be considerable interest from listeners and potential sponsors. "A podcast along the lines of 'Helen's Daily Dose' could offer an insightful look into her life as a single mother, away from her glamorous side. "Finally, despite reports that Helen is hesitant about more reality TV after her appearances on various I'm A Celebrity series and Celebs Go Dating, shows like Strictly Come Dancing, Celebrity SAS, and possibly the second series of Celebrity Bear Hunt could be viable options. "These are all well-regarded reality programmes that could provide both income and maintain her public profile." A source close to Helen also told The Sun how much it would mean for her to regain her financial security. They said: "Helen's been through a lot these past few years, but she's never once stopped showing up for her kids or trying to make things work. "She's one of the most recognisable faces in British soap history, and it's easy to forget just how long she's been in the game. She's been working in the industry since she was a child. "She poured everything into building a life for her family, and the split with Scott was incredibly tough on her. "Downsizing her home wasn't just emotional, it was a huge wake-up call financially. But she hasn't complained, she's just rolled up her sleeves and started looking at how to rebuild. "Honestly, she deserves a bit of good fortune. She's worked so hard and stayed grounded through it all." 'Struggling and skint' Helen, whose company earned £75k in the year to April 2024, recently told her Instagram followers she had "really been struggling" lately amid claims that she is "skint" and "broke". In a very emotional video, she said: "I have lost a lot of money, but I don't owe anybody a penny, I can hold my head up high. "I don't owe the HMRC any money, I pay my taxes. I'm a good person, I have good morals, I have always paid my taxes, I am not in any debt." She then said that she is "lucky" to be in the position she is. Fans flocked to support Helen in the comments section, offering her love and support. "Love you darling. You are so strong and the best mama in the world xxx," penned one. Another added: "Just ignore the haters. Sounds like you in a good place financially. Worry about you the kids and significant others. The rest will come and go." Helen previously shared her upset about leaving the huge property she has lived in with her three kids for four years. Speaking on The Declutter Hub podcast, she said: 'It actually makes me sad that I'm going to be leaving soon because I actually put so much effort into it. 'When we moved I put like a lot of my savings into doing the house up and making it look really beautiful. 9 'But it's a big house. It's an eight bedroom house, which is obviously really hard to keep on top of. "Yeah. I feel really lucky to live here and well, soon to have lived here, because it is gorgeous, but it's a lot to keep on top of.' Helen continued: 'It was really nice to have this space. 'I think I'm going to struggle because obviously I will be downsizing so much." It may have been a particularly trying time for Helen but it certainly seems that while this chapter is over and she's ready to turn the page for another successful adventure. What do we know about Helen Flanagan's new boyfriend Robbie Talbot? HELEN Flanagan has revealed that she is in a new relationship. While appearing on Celebs Go Dating, she confessed that she was already taken - here's everything we know about her boyfriend Robbie Talbot. Helen has opened up about her relationship with former footballer Robbie Talbot. He is a decade older than the actress. Robbie was born in Liverpool on October 31, 1979 which is how he earned his nickname Halloween Hitman in football. He has played for a series of non-league teams such as Burton Albion, Burscough and Morcambe. He then became a coach at Ashton in 2010. Robbie is retired from football. He left his role as Assistant Manager at Ashton due to family and work commitments in 2011. It's unknown what he has done for work since leaving football. Helen admitted that she was dating Robbie while appearing on Celebs Go Dating. In a first for the show, it has been revealed that her relationship had to be written into the series due to requirements that those taking part have to be single. The pair went public at her birthday party on August 10, 2024.
Bloomberg
31-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Bloomberg
London Mansion of Agent Provocateur Founder Renting for £112,000 a Month
When British fashion designer and entrepreneur Serena Rees first saw the Georgian town house in Marylebone in 2000, she was intrigued by the idea of owning a piece of architectural history. The co-founder of the lingerie company Agent Provocateur liked that it had been built by a noted neoclassical architect, Robert Adam, and was charmed by what she calls the overall grandeur of the home. 'From the second I walked in, I was hit by the wow factor,' says Rees. 'The sheer scale of the rooms just amazed me.' Rees purchased the property that year and hired art historian and BBC presenter Dan Cruickshank to shed some light on the townhouse for her.
Telegraph
04-03-2025
- Lifestyle
- Telegraph
My wife is obsessed with decluttering – now none of my possessions are safe
Lately, a lot of our possessions at home have been recycled or simply dumped, each failing a simple test: 'Do you spark joy?' My wife, you see, has recently fallen hard for decluttering lifestyle guru Marie Kondo, whose mantra this is, immediately followed by the injunction: 'Bin anything that doesn't.' I have even been looking at myself quite closely recently and asking: 'Do I spark joy?' The cult of Kondo The Japanese writer and broadcaster's decluttering system consists of assessing whether your belongings make you experience tokimeku, (a fluttering or palpitating feeling) and discarding items that don't. Her books and Netflix television series are consumed by hundreds of millions of people. Well, let's be honest: they are consumed by hundreds of millions of women – because the movement does seem to be primarily targetted at women; women whose precepts are then thrust upon their unwitting partners. And this is where I find myself now. My wife, Sian, has been passing me bag after bag of stuff with instructions to take them to the dump or the charity shop, and her selections appear to have a utilitarian, even puritanical, bent. Items such as her Agent Provocateur underwear, for example, are now no longer giving her tokimeku (even if it's not inconceivable that they might still do this for me). Instead of heels, it's Birkenstocks that spark joy. Our bedroom cupboards increasingly resemble a branch of Muji. And having done this to herself, she's now coming for me. This is particularly concerning because I suspect that, for Sian, the stuff we own that doesn't spark joy belongs (disproportionately) to me. A victim of downsizing We live in a pretty standard four-bed, 1930s semi in the north London suburbs, to which we downsized from a considerably larger Edwardian house in 2017, on the assumption that we were soon to become empty-nesters. But, eight years on, none of our children, now aged 19, 22 and 25, have yet found the impetus (or financial independence) to flee the nest permanently. So although we all broadly rub along OK, bonding over our cats and dogs and a shared fondness for cocktails and roast dinners, we are always at odds over storage space. Cupboards, wardrobes and drawers have become battlegrounds that are fiercely fought over. Anyone departing, for a term of social studies, say, or two months backpacking in South America, will quickly find their space invaded by the possessions of others. Sian has long fancied herself as my sartorial curator, and I am familiar with her close scrutiny of my outfit when we go out as a couple. But now she's bringing this scrutiny to bear on everything I own. And apparently intends to throw out a good deal of it. My wife has worked in fashion for most of her adult life; as a professional buyer, she has an enduring compulsion to purchase clothes and shoes that are often (in my view, at least) identical to those she already owns. So, although I have far fewer possessions and have ceded the lion's share of our cupboard space to her, the cult of Kondo (she has now trained more than 900 KonMari consultants globally) means my stuff is still marked for the dump. Holding the front line Admittedly the tension between Sian and me in this sphere predates her interest in Kondo. For example, I have always had a fondness for dusty Victorian taxidermy, while Sian, it's fair to say, hasn't. Consequently, the stuffed badger that I brought to our marriage was quickly consigned to the attic, where he dwelt sadly in the dark for many years before I finally decided it was kinder to rehome him. In fact, very few of the possessions I had accrued before I met my wife still survive today. Those that do have been relegated to the summerhouse, a space in our back garden that's overflowing with books, records and objets d'old fart – a delightful collection of clutter that I fear is set to become the new front line in our marital version of the culture wars. Please pray for me – and my cherished stuff. How to declutter without causing a divorce Juliet Landau-Pope, the author of What's Your Excuse for not Clearing Your Clutter?, has created a list of guidelines for couples on how to declutter without arguing: Clutter is never about just stuff – it may represent a complex cluster of emotions, including memories. So don't make assumptions about the value or meaning attached to things that seem worthless to you. Clutter is a subjective concept and there's no universal standard. Be prepared to compromise and aim for progress rather than perfection. Focus on positive goals, such as the benefits of making space or creating more order. Never talk about 'getting rid' or 'chucking out'. Instead, ask your partner if they're ready to 'let go'. If your partner insists on keeping lots of souvenirs from the past, it might be worth suggesting other ways to cherish memories, such as taking photos. Finding positives around parting with things can be motivating, particularly if you're donating to charities you support. It takes years to accumulate belongings, so it may take more than one weekend to declutter – especially if you don't agree on what needs to go. Collaboration rather than coercion is key to creating lasting change. If you don't share decision-making, you'll not only fuel arguments but the clutter will all pile up again.
