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Daily Mail
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
How I look like this at 75, by PENELOPE TREE: No Botox or surgery, but a 'magic' cream and face tape. Her 15 min routine that resets older bodies. The denim brand that's truly flattering. And the trick that 'fakes a tweakment'
It is a testament to the enduring power of Penelope Tree that she was recently seen dancing to Donna Summer's I Feel Love, as one of the world's 50 most famous models in a slick video made by Zara to mark its 50th year. And, as she strikes a pose for our cameras today, a lesson in effortless cool, you can see why the 1960s supermodel still holds her own next to the Campbells, Crawfords and Turlingtons of the industry. At 75, Tree continues to rock those cheekbones and exudes the confidence that made her the face of flower power. Yet she still gets nervous. 'Modelling is really fun, but I still find it a bit terrifying,' she admits in her New York tone. 'Truthfully, back in the day I was incredibly insecure. I was very shy, and I felt that everybody else was beautiful and I was this weirdo.'
Yahoo
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
21 Best Fashion Trends of the 1970s Making a Comeback Right Now
It's no secret that the 1970s were chock-full of fashion icons. Just look at vintage photos of pop culture mavens like Stevie Nicks and Donna Summer for that sought-after boho-chic look. Or even stars like David Bowie and Aretha Franklin for those now-famous of-the-decade patterns. In big and small ways, there's a whole lineup of '70s fashion trends making a comeback. Take wide-leg bottoms, for instance. Once replaced by the skinny jean, wide-leg silhouettes have made a major resurgence in the last few years. And we don't just mean mom jeans. We mean those groovy horseshoe-style barrel jeans that everyone's wearing. But that's not all. From hot pants to paisley, there's a slew of trends that are back and totally slammin'. Here's a look at the trends making their way back from the Bottom Jeans Once a staple of 1970s fashion, bell bottom jeans are known for their iconic flared silhouette. While they've gone in and out of style since the decade, the look is back with a Tie-dye may still be a fun backyard activity, but it also has major fashion potential. Pair the patterned t-shirt with a pair of loose-fitted jeans and loafers to bring it into the 21st Pants These days, the shorter the better. But we can thank the 1970s for making short shorts mainstream. Wear them in a set with a matching full-length top to make them appropriate for any Both stylish and practical, ponchos are the perfect in-office accessory for staying on-trend in those drafty work buildings. Whether you go solid or choose a funky pattern, a poncho is the perfect cozy addition to any Skirt Will a maxi skirt ever go out of style? Maybe, but not for the foreseeable future. Stylish in practically any color and pattern, this closet staple perfectly pairs with a t-shirt and practical Corduroy jackets were leading the charge of fashion trends in the '70s. But now the fabric is best worn in the form of accessories. Hats and bags are the perfect opportunity to implement this blast from the past in your everyday Fringe may have been all the rage 50 years ago, but it's so back. Elevate any outfit with a fringe jacket, bag, or even skirt to bring an outfit from drab to Athleisure has taken the fashion industry by storm in recent years. And tracksuits have become a natural addition to the trend for their comfortable yet fashionable appeal. Whether you wear them to get in a good sweat or run those errands, you're sure to get compliments on this matchy-matchy Dresses The wrap dress was invented in the early '70s, and women have been rocking them ever since. Still a wardrobe necessity today, investing in this robe-style piece is never a bad Your Fall and Winter wardrobe wouldn't be complete without a trusty turtleneck. Wear them alongside a good pair of jeans and some booties and you've got your new cold-weather Belts A statement belt could very well be the accessory that your outfit is missing. Wear it with a pair of groovy jeans or even layered over a tight-fitting thermal to elevate any Leg Pants These days, the comfier the better. And thanks to wide leg pants, you can look chic and feel cozy all at the same time. Style them with an oversized t-shirt and dainty shoes for that effortless cool girl Jumpsuits are a fantastic, low-lift way to always look put together. Pair them with your favorite go-to accessories and you're In case you didn't know, all the cool girls still wear suede. Whether you opt for a western jacket or chic purse that features the fabric, the buttery soft texture is sure to turn Shoes Platform shoes may have been far out back in the day, but they're here to stay. Add height to any outfit with a minimal or upscale rendition of the beloved Another staple fabric of the decade, velvet was used extensively in both fashion and home decor. Now, a pop of the fabric here or there is all you need to stand Print Paisley isn't just for your grandmother's favorite tablecloth. Implement the pattern in subtle ways for that added vintage Ladies, where would we be without the power suit? Sophisticated, sleek, and chic, you can never go wrong with a good Tees Graphic tees have been a go-to grunge style for decades. But did you know their roots extend to the 1970s? Pair your favorite printed tee with a good pair of jeans and sneakers for a relaxed Necklace A statement necklace can bring an otherwise boring outfit right out of the dumps. Go the oversized route by wearing a necklace with chunky elements that can pop against a minimal Tops It wouldn't be a '70s summer without a good halter top. Pair it with a denim skirt, neutral sandals, and statement jewelry and you've got a stylish outfit for even the hottest of days. You Might Also Like 67 Best Gifts for Women That'll Make Her Smile The Best Pillows for Every Type of Sleeper
The Guardian
26-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Guardian
Marcia Hines: ‘The strangest thing I've done for love? Believe the lie'
You grew up with Donna Summer, as you were best friends with her little sister Linda. Is it true you two used to sneak into Donna's bedroom? It's true, I can't lie! She was older than us and any teenage girl knows that a teenager that's older than you is cooler than you. I don't think we ever read her diary or anything. But we wanted to see what she was wearing and try her clothes on. We'd try to hang them up tidy so she didn't know we had been in there. But she'd always know. She didn't like it. But that's what little sisters do! They annoy, you know? She was just so sophisticated and cool compared to us. Donna has passed, but she did get in touch with me and say how proud she was of my accomplishments and congratulations, which was a really nice thing. Is it true that you are distantly related to both Grace Jones and Colin Powell? Absolutely. They're my cousins. Grace is my second cousin and Colin would have been second or third. Grace was brought up in England and I was brought up in Boston, but I did meet up with her brother, Noel Jones, who has got the biggest black American church in LA. I actually went to church with him and one of the guys from the Rockmelons. He said, 'You look like Grace' – well actually, he said, in West Indian terms, he said, 'You favour Grace.' I didn't get to know Colin, but he was so way up in politics, it would have been very difficult to get to him. What's the best piece of advice you have ever received? Stay humble, be gracious, be grateful. And do unto others, as you have them do unto you. I was brought up very well – you learn those teachings as a kid, and it's important to put them into practice when you grow older. What are you secretly really good at? Mosaics! It's always been my hobby. I was taught that if you're artistic as a performer, you're usually artistic with your hands as well. You know that fantastic actor in Silence of the Lambs – Anthony Hopkins! He's an incredible artist. Tony Bennett too. And Joni Mitchell is a fine artist. It's messy, but I do like it. If someone's getting married, or if someone's going moving into a new home, I'll make something for them. It's a nice thing to give something of yourself that you've had to think about. I love to break dishes. What is the strangest thing you've done for love? Believe the lie. [laughs] What's been your most memorable interaction with a fan? There's so many of them. I adore my fans. If it wasn't for my fans, I wouldn't be able to live the dream that I'm living. So many people tell me really moving things – like someone was actually dying and they insisted they played my music as they died. That's big. I hear some incredible stories, because I do a meet and greet with my audience at the end of my shows. It's so touching, you know? One lady told me, 'That song encouraged me to leave my husband.' I was like, 'Well, I don't know if that's a good thing or a bad thing, but I'm so pleased I could help.' Do you have a nemesis? No. Well, hang on, hang on. Not that I know of, right? I hope not. You can't like everybody and everybody can't like you, but you can meet in the middle of all that madness. If you've got a nemesis, you probably made it. What's the oldest thing you own, and why do you still have it? My Bible, which I wrote in when I was about seven. I used to have a teddy bear that I had when I was a kid, and we put it into a teddy bear exhibition, and someone pinched it. But I still have my Bible. Sign up to Saved for Later Catch up on the fun stuff with Guardian Australia's culture and lifestyle rundown of pop culture, trends and tips after newsletter promotion What's the most chaotic thing that has ever happened to you while on stage? I fell! This was back in the 1970s – I did a kick, and my foot went out from under me. So I stood up and did it again to make it look like a dance step. Also, one of the scariest things that ever happened to me was when I was doing Jesus Christ Superstar. It was almost time to go on stage to sing I Don't Know How to Love Him. Someone spoke to me about something and it disturbed me greatly so when I walked on stage, I blanked. It is scary when you blank. The conductor, Patrick Flynn, was a genius – he saw that I had lost my way, and I don't know where he got a piece of paper and a Texta, but he wrote down a prompt and held it up in the orchestra pit for me. It's not an unusual occurrence to forget lyrics. You do what you can not to. But when it's happening, a millisecond feels like an hour. What's been your biggest fashion crime to date? Platform shoes. It's all relative, isn't it – everything old is new again. I'm seeing all these rehashed hippies wearing clothes that I used to wear. Platforms are back, as are flared trousers and baggy clothes. When I was growing up, midriff was everything –that is back too. Do you have any pets, what are their names and what are their nicknames? I have a dog by the name of Dalley. He's a cavoodle. I also have a cat called Sistah and I have just got a new puppy called Brotha. So I always have a sister and brother in the house! Which book, album or film do you always return to, and why? Out on a Limb by Shirley MacLaine. That really was an incredible thing to read and it's still a very good book. It talks about being a spiritual person, and some of the things that she went through and expressing herself as a spiritual person when people thought she was mad. She's anything but! I don't know where we live as performers – we live someplace else. We can live in amongst this, but we live someplace else and especially when you've got a gift such as she has. I just really like Shirley. Marcia Hines' Marcia Sings Summer tour with Casey Donovan is heading around Australia in October; see here for dates. Her song You (Teddy Cream Remix) is out now (Sony Music Australia)
The Guardian
06-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Guardian
‘The best song to have sex to? Anything by Marvin Gaye. Nothing by Rick Astley': Rick Astley's honest playlist
The first song I fell in love with I've got two older brothers and an older sister. My sister played the grooves out of Big Yellow Taxi by Joni Mitchell. When I got my chance, I'd put on I Wan'na Be like You from The Jungle Book. The song I do at karaoke Tale As Old As Time from the Beauty and the Beast soundtrack, even though it's a duet. My daughter Emilie is 33, but when she's home, we'll watch a Disney film together. She turns into a five-year-old, I turn into a young dad and it's just lovely. The first single I bought I was 10 and went into this clothes shop in Ashton called Slaters that sold school uniforms, because my dad had given me money to buy a pair of jeans. They had a little record booth and said I could choose a free single. I was intimidated by the older kids, so said: 'I'll have whatever's No 1,' which just happened to be an incredible record: I Feel Love by Donna Summer. The song I inexplicably know every lyric to Certainly not my own! Never Gonna Give You Up has become ingrained to the point it's ridiculous. But there have been moments where I've stepped out of my own body. The best song to play at a party Absolutely everybody will dance to Dancing Queen by Abba if you play it at the right moment, from small kids, teenagers, people in their 20s right the way through to the grannies and granddads. The song that make me cry Ridley Scott uses Vide Cor Meum by Patrick Cassidy, which is inspired by Dante's La Vita Nuova, in Kingdom of Heaven. When the king dies, I have to hold it together not to cry. The song I can no longer listen to I Should Be So Lucky by Kylie Minogue, because apparently when you slow it down to 33rpm, it sounds like me. Even I nearly believed it was me when I first heard it. To clarify: I definitely did not sing the Kylie version of I Should Be So Lucky. The song that changed my life I play drums in a midlife crisis rock band, the Luddites. We do everything from the Sex Pistols to the Clash and Blink 182. Times Like These by Foo Fighters is a favourite. Performing Never Going to Give you up with Foo Fighters was definitely a euphoric moment. Sign up to Inside Saturday The only way to get a look behind the scenes of the Saturday magazine. Sign up to get the inside story from our top writers as well as all the must-read articles and columns, delivered to your inbox every weekend. after newsletter promotion The song that gets me up in the morning I like to go for a long walk in the morning, and I'm a big Biffy Clyro fan. I'll put on the Only Revolutions album, and by the time it gets to Bubbles, I'll be really powering. The best song to have sex to Anything by Marvin Gaye. Nothing by Rick Astley. The song I want played in my funeral I should say There Is a Light That Never Goes out by the Smiths because I got to sing it with Blossoms when we did our Smiths set at Glastonbury. But I don't want to be the one responsible for the picking. Rick Astley plays Henley festival on Friday.
The Guardian
06-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Guardian
‘The best song to have sex to? Anything by Marvin Gaye. Nothing by Rick Astley': Rick Astley's honest playlist
The first song I fell in love with I've got two older brothers and an older sister. My sister played the grooves out of Big Yellow Taxi by Joni Mitchell. When I got my chance, I'd put on I Wan'na Be like You from The Jungle Book. The song I do at karaoke Tale As Old As Time from the Beauty and the Beast soundtrack, even though it's a duet. My daughter Emilie is 33, but when she's home, we'll watch a Disney film together. She turns into a five-year-old, I turn into a young dad and it's just lovely. The first single I bought I was 10 and went into this clothes shop in Ashton called Slaters that sold school uniforms, because my dad had given me money to buy a pair of jeans. They had a little record booth and said I could choose a free single. I was intimidated by the older kids, so said: 'I'll have whatever's No 1,' which just happened to be an incredible record: I Feel Love by Donna Summer. The song I inexplicably know every lyric to Certainly not my own! Never Gonna Give You Up has become ingrained to the point it's ridiculous. But there have been moments where I've stepped out of my own body. The best song to play at a party Absolutely everybody will dance to Dancing Queen by Abba if you play it at the right moment, from small kids, teenagers, people in their 20s right the way through to the grannies and granddads. The song that make me cry Ridley Scott uses Vide Cor Meum by Patrick Cassidy, which is inspired by Dante's La Vita Nuova, in Kingdom of Heaven. When the king dies, I have to hold it together not to cry. The song I can no longer listen to I Should Be So Lucky by Kylie Minogue, because apparently when you slow it down to 33rpm, it sounds like me. Even I nearly believed it was me when I first heard it. To clarify: I definitely did not sing the Kylie version of I Should Be So Lucky. The song that changed my life I play drums in a midlife crisis rock band, the Luddites. We do everything from the Sex Pistols to the Clash and Blink 182. Times Like These by Foo Fighters is a favourite. Performing Never Going to Give you up with Foo Fighters was definitely a euphoric moment. Sign up to Inside Saturday The only way to get a look behind the scenes of the Saturday magazine. Sign up to get the inside story from our top writers as well as all the must-read articles and columns, delivered to your inbox every weekend. after newsletter promotion The song that gets me up in the morning I like to go for a long walk in the morning, and I'm a big Biffy Clyro fan. I'll put on the Only Revolutions album, and by the time it gets to Bubbles, I'll be really powering. The best song to have sex to Anything by Marvin Gaye. Nothing by Rick Astley. The song I want played in my funeral I should say There Is a Light That Never Goes out by the Smiths because I got to sing it with Blossoms when we did our Smiths set at Glastonbury. But I don't want to be the one responsible for the picking. Rick Astley plays Henley festival on Friday.
