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Daily Mirror
3 days ago
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- Daily Mirror
Frankie Bridge says this ‘practical' £45 Next skirt is ideal for pregnancies
This stylish £45 skirt from Next just got the Frankie Bridge seal of approval as it's ideal for summer and bump-friendly too Frankie Bridge's 'Faves' series on Instagram is filled with key buys and styling tips, and her latest fashion find is a game-changer for summer comfort and style, especially if you're pregnant. The exact piece that has got Frankie's fashion stamp of approval is Next's Boho Khaki Green Drop Waist Maxi Skirt, prices at £45. The khaki skirt is not only versatile and flattering, but also incredibly practical thanks to its easy pull-on design and soft, elasticated waistband. With a drop-waist silhouette and breezy maxi length, this skirt will be one of the hardest-working pieces in your wardrobe this summer. It offers day-to-night style through the warmer months. Whether you're dressing a bump or just want a fuss-free outfit option, this skirt ticks every box. What makes this piece so great for bump dressing is the elasticated waistband that offers ultimate comfort without comprimising on style. While the drop waist detail creates a flattering shape that can sit comfortably above or below the bump, depending on your preference. And soft, flowing fabric allows plenty of room to move. Not to mention that drop waist maxi skirts are everywhere this summer, as is neutral, utilitarian shades like khaki, beige and dark brown. To style this versatile piece, Frankie styled hers with an on-trend waistcoat, also from Next for £X here, a pair of zebra print mules to add a pop of print and some simple tortoishell sunnies. We think this look is the ideal desk to alfresco dinner look.
Daily Mail
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Frankie Bridge reveals why she doesn't ever want her husband Wayne to get a vasectomy
Frankie Bridge has revealed that she doesn't want her husband Wayne to ever get a vasectomy. The Saturdays singer, 36, has said that she wouldn't want the former footballer, 44, to get the procedure in case they don't end up together and he decides he wants kids with a future partner. The pair share children sons Parker, 11, and Carter, nine, while Wayne has son Jayden, 18, with his ex Vanessa Perroncel. And Frankie has now told The Sun: 'I'll be honest, I don't want him to have one. You just never know what's going to happen. 'Having a vasectomy is a door shut for me, it's also a door shut for him. You know, we might not end up together and he might want another baby. 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. The Saturdays singer, 36, said she wouldn't want the ex footballer, 44, to get the procedure in case they don't end up together and he decides he wants kids with a future partner 'Or something might happen to me, and he might still want another child, because men can do it for as long as they want.' Frankie added that she decided a while ago she doesn't want a third child as she suffered with severe sickness (Hyperemesis gravidarum). She explained that after two kids she was ready to get her life and her body back and when the conversation about a third child came about the gap between her youngest and a new baby would be too big. Frankie and Wayne wed in 2014 at Woburn Abbey in Bedfordshire surrounded by their celebrity pals. It comes after earlier this month Frankie revealed that she has been suffering from an 'awful' illness that has left her 'completely wiped out' as she opened up about her secret health battle. The Loose Women star took to Instagram to open up to her 1.5million followers as she explained that she has been suffering from gastroenteritis. In the candid video, Frankie revealed that her 'immunity has been so bad' after suffering from gastroenteritis - an inflammation of the stomach - back-to-back. The singer, who was dressed beige T-shirt and tracksuit bottoms, said she has been having other 'tests done' and has also been on 'antibiotics for a bad tooth'. Speaking from her kitchen, Frankie shared: 'Hi guys it's been a little while and I've said a couple of time that I've been ill a lot lately so I thought I would give you an update. 'I've basically had gastroenteritis twice back to back. Which I very rarely get to be honest and it has completely wiped me out and been awful. I feel like my gut has massively suffered and it feels still really fragile.' According to the NHS, gastroenteritis is a common inflammation of the stomach and intestines caused by viruses, bacteria, or parasites. It typically manifests with symptoms like diarrhea, vomiting, nausea, and stomach cramps, but can also include fever, fatigue, and headache. Frankie continued: 'My immunity has been so bad and all while that has been going on I've been having tests done and I couldn't take my daily Symprove. 'On top of all of this I've been on antibiotics because I've had a bad tooth and I feel like I've noticed a massive difference in my immunity.' The Saturday's star concluded by telling fans she has since been 'given the all clear' by doctors. She added: 'I'm finally over it and I'm hoping it's the last time because I've been given the all clear to get back into my daily routine. I'm happy to be back and it's nice to be back in a routine.' Elsewhere, Frankie recently confessed some of her biggest regrets during her height of fame as part of The Saturdays girl band. She rose to fame alongside Rochelle Humes, Una Healy, Mollie King and Vanessa White in 2007. The band was formed after they were chosen from thousands of hopefuls on the television series S Club Search to appear as a support act for the pop band. But she told The Savoy Originals podcast that she 'didn't like' all the singles they produced during their height of success. She said: 'It wouldn't matter if you didn't like a single, that single was coming out whether you liked it or not. 'There's a few singles that don't exist in my head because I didn't like them, and you have to still go on TV and say, 'Buy this single, it's the greatest song ever, and perform it, whether you like it or not. 'And that's fine because some of them you like and some of them you don't.' The singer-turned-TV star also revealed she did not earn enough money to retire despite all the group's success. The mother of two previously explained she began to feel like 'two different people' during her time in the group and would have to switch on her public persona while out with the band. Speaking on Olivia Attwood 's S o Wrong, It's Right podcast, Frankie spoke about suffering from anxiety since she shot to stardom at a young age in S Club Juniors. Frankie said: 'I didn't go to school. We were home-schooled while we're on the road. I get really confused and lost in the time, I think I was like 15, 15 when S Club Juniors finished and then the Saturdays started when I was 17. 'So, it was a little gap and I had a couple of like normal jobs in between.' She said: 'I think pop music and TV and that kind of thing in the public eye, no matter how successful you are, the minute you stop doing it, everyone sees you as a failure. 'I always had stomach aches. Can you remember Pepto Bismol, the medicine, the pink horrible stuff? 'That would be in my bag every day because I always had a funny tummy, like nervous stomach. 'At bedtime I couldn't breathe properly and things like that. So I think the anxiety was there but I didn't know what it was.' She continued: 'I'd have blood tests all the time and things like that and obviously nothing ever came back and then it wasn't what it is now, do you know what I mean? 'But I for me, the first time I realized that it was a proper issue was actually in the Saturdays. 'And I think for a while I'd been coming home from work, going straight to bed, not wanting dinner, just wanting to go to bed, cry, go to sleep. 'Bed was a safe space. But I didn't realize that that was not okay. And it wasn't until we were on tour and we used to do meet and greets before the show and I remember gathering myself outside the door.
Scottish Sun
26-05-2025
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- Scottish Sun
I don't want Wayne to get snip – we might not end up together & he may want another baby, says TV star Frankie Bridge
THE thought of your husband moving on with another woman should be the stuff of nightmares, let alone him starting a new family. But Frankie Bridge takes a pragmatic approach to the possibility of partner Wayne having children with someone else in the future. 3 Frankie Bridge said: 'I always wanted more than two but I hated being pregnant… I was always sick, I just didn't feel myself' 3 Frankie with Wayne and their sons Parker and Carter Credit: Getty 3 Frankie is happy with her brood Credit: Getty While 22,000 men have vasectomies each year in the UK, with many undoubtedly encouraged by their partners, the Loose Women panellist...
The Sun
26-05-2025
- Health
- The Sun
I don't want Wayne to get snip – we might not end up together & he may want another baby, says TV star Frankie Bridge
THE thought of your husband moving on with another woman should be the stuff of nightmares, let alone him starting a new family. But Frankie Bridge takes a pragmatic approach to the possibility of partner Wayne having children with someone else in the future. 3 While 22,000 men have vasectomies each year in the UK, with many undoubtedly encouraged by their partners, the Loose Women panellist admits she would not want the former footie ace to have the procedure, in case they were to split. Also known as 'the snip', it cuts or blocks the tubes that carry sperm, to stop a man from being able to have children. 'I'll be honest, I don't want him to have one,' Frankie, 36, said. 'You just never know what's going to happen. 'Having a vasectomy is a door shut for me, it's also a door shut for him. 'You know, we might not end up together and he might want another baby. 'Or something might happen to me, and he might still want another child, because men can do it for as long as they want.' Her shock admission came after a recent rise in the amount of men opting to have the snip, with MSI Reproductive Choices UK reporting a 29.5 per cent increase between 2021 and 2023. Experts believe this is due to financial pressures amid the cost-of-living crisis, limited access to alternative contraceptives for women, and environmental concerns. While having the snip isn't on the cards for Wayne, 44, the pair are adamant their family is complete for now. 'Felt an awful parent' The couple, who married in 2014, already have sons Parker, 11, and nine- year-old Carter. And Wayne shares 18-year-old son, Jaydon, with his ex Vanessa Perroncel. Frankie had once envisaged having an even larger family, but says the difficulties she had during her pregnancies have put her off having more children. 'I always wanted more than two and then once I had one, I knew I wanted a second one. But I hated being pregnant,' she said. 'I was always sick and I put on loads of weight, it just wasn't for me. I just didn't feel like myself. 'For me, it was like a means to an end — I got a lovely baby at the end of it. So the thought of doing it a third time . . . ' Frankie suffered from Hyperemesis gravidarum, a debilitating complication that affects between one and three per cent of pregnancies. The Princess of Wales also struggled with it through all three of her pregnancies. 'It's constant sickness,' Frankie recalled. 'You feel that you're supposed to be giving your baby all these nutrients but you literally can't eat. 'I already had a two-year-old at the time, so I felt like I was an awful parent. I couldn't bear the smell of another human — it would make me sick.' After Carter came along in 2015, the couple decided to put the brakes on babymaking. 'I have a stepson, so Wayne's already got three,' Frankie continued. 'He said, 'If we're going to have another one, I would rather do it sooner rather than later'. 'But I was just ready to get my body back and get my life back. 'And I think then the gap just grew too big.' But Frankie does not blame Wayne for his ultimatum. 'A lot of people say, 'Well, it's not really up to him, is it? You're the one that's going to be pregnant'. But I never saw it like that. I would hate to bring a child into the world — and obviously he would have loved it — but what if he resented it, or me, and then I've made him do it? 'It's a big thing to start all over again. It wasn't until I figured out the timing — I figured out that the child would be starting primary school the same year that Parker would be starting secondary school. 'I was just like, 'No'. Meanwhile, Wayne was just thinking about the nappies, the financial burden of another child.' Their lives now are vastly different from when Frankie was in pop group The Saturdays. The band went on an indefinite hiatus in 2014, a year after Parker was born, and while Frankie had assumed she would be a stay-at-home mum, she found herself taking on TV roles. She appeared on Strictly Come Dancing, game shows and worked on documentaries before joining Loose Women as a panellist in 2020 — though it is thought she could be culled as a result of ITV's recent decision to axe up to 70 per cent of its daytime TV staff. Former Chelsea player Wayne retired from football in 2014, after being plagued by injury. He went on to have success as a TV personality with stints on I'm A Celeb and SAS: Who Dares Wins. Frankie said their change in circumstance took some getting used to. A lot of people say, 'Well, it's not really up to him, is it? You're the one that's going to be pregnant'. But I never saw it like that Frankie Bridge 'I grew up with Wayne,' she explained. 'I met him when I was 21, and at that time, I was at the height of my career and he was still playing football. 'Our lives were so different to what they are now. It took me a really long time, when he retired, to accept that it was our new life. 'As well as the fact I wasn't a pop star any more — I was no longer in The Saturdays. I was now a mum of two. 'We still like each other' 'He was able to be at home with the boys more, and I thought I'd want to be a stay-at-home mum and then I didn't. 'I think I had all these ideas of what we thought it was going to be. And I would say my biggest learning over the years is that it changes.' Frankie says there is one thing they would do differently if they had their time over — their wedding. She and Wayne got hitched in a stunning ceremony at Woburn Abbey, in Bedfordshire, attended by stars including boyband JLS and Frankie's bandmates from The Saturdays, Una Healy, Rochelle Humes, Mollie King, and Vanessa White. But she admits they succumbed to the pressure of pleasing other people. 'I think our wedding kind of ended up being what I thought a wedding should be,' she said. 'I was the first out of my friends to get married, I was 25, and I think if we got married now, our wedding would probably be very different. 'I think it would just be smaller, because originally, that's what we wanted. We wanted to get married abroad. 'And, this sounds awful, but it was so you could weed out the people that you're not really bothered about having there. 'The ones you have to invite. We all do it. You look back at pictures and you're like, 'I'm not even friends with them'.' Frankie only stayed in the country because of her beloved grandad. 'My granddad didn't have a passport, so we got married in the UK. Then the wedding just grew and grew. 'It was amazing, but I just think it was a lot more for everyone else maybe than it was for us.' Although Wayne had expressed interest in renewing their vows on their tenth anniversary last year, perhaps as a means of redoing the wedding, they instead opted for a private date night to celebrate. 'Now we're ten years in, it's like, 'Oh, what's the point?'' Frankie laughed. 'We just wanted some time on our own. 'So we went away for the night, just us two, and there was no big song and dance about it. 'But it is nice to reflect on how far we've come as a couple. 'We're still together and we still like each other.' Now Frankie and Wayne are doing things on their terms — and even her beloved boys will have to tow the line if and when she becomes a granny. While it is a long way off, Frankie is already panicking about the prospect of being a 'selfish' grandparent. On the official Loose Women podcast with pal Nadia Sawalha, Frankie said: 'I'm worried I'll be a terrible grandmother. I think I'll be really selfish about (babysitting) and I'll be like, 'No, I had you young so that I could now go and do what I want to do'. 'You know, when people assume that their mum and dad are going to look after their kids? I hope that my kids don't. 'Although I'm a boy mum, so I might be raging that I don't even get a look in.' What is a vasectomy and what is the success rate? VASECTOMY is the name given to a minor operation that works to blocks sperm from being ejaculated during sex. During the surgery, the tubes that carry the fluid from a man's testicles to the penis are cut, blocked or sealed. The NHS explains: 'This prevents sperm from reaching the seminal fluid (semen), which is ejaculated from the penis during sex. 'There will be no sperm in the semen, so a woman's egg can't be fertilised.' Surprisingly, the life-changing operation can be carried out in just 15 minutes. The procedure is typically carried out under local anaesthetic, so is often relatively painless. People that undertake a vasectomy are urged to keep using alternative forms of contraception to protect themselves against sexually transmitted diseases. The NHS website reveals that the vasectomy is more than 99 per cent effective. They estimate: 'Out of 2,000 men who are sterilised, one will get a woman pregnant during the rest of his lifetime.' But just like all forms of contraception, there is still a small chance of fertility after the procedure.
Daily Mirror
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Weekend Wishlist: 9 bank holiday fashion and beauty finds
Kickstart the long weekend with a treat from the likes of All Saints, Nobody's Child and New Look Congratulations, readers. You've made it to the end of the working week, and, for a reward, welcoming us with open arms is another glorious bank holiday weekend. With a long three-day rest ahead of us, many of us self-confessed shopaholics are filling our baskets in preparation for another momentous occasion - payday - securing a number of treats that we just deserve. Each week, our fashion and beauty team puts together a carefully curated list of what we're coveting, from viral and influencer-approved garments (we're looking at Frankie Bridge here in these New Look sandals) to brand new launches. This week, our team is celebrating the arrival of Merit's new SPF as well as Abbott Lyon's recent collaboration with Carys Whittaker. We've also found some stunning summer looks that need a spot in our wardrobe. Whether we're attending a wedding or simply attending our best mate's BBQ, we've shared just some of our top picks from Nobody's Child, All Saints, and Anthropologie that we've fallen in love with. So without further ado, let's dive in. Bethan's picks Frankie Bridge's New Look chunky sandals - £27.99 Sandal season is upon us and a chunky black sandal is the must-have style yet again this summer, as proven this week by Loose Women 's Frankie Bridge. Over the weekend, the star stepped out in a pair of Black Leather-Look Chunky Sliders from New Look - and I'm obsessed. The stylish kicks cost £27.99 and boast a chunky sole and cushioned padding. Featuring a slip-on design with rip-tape fastening, they're ideal for wearing around the pool or out to dinner. As we know, Frankie is a petite 5'3', so the chunky sole is great for adding some height to an outfit without necessarily needing to opt for a pair of heels. They're an accessory that can be styled with various outfits, working well with shorts, skirts, dresses, and even jeans. One shopper hailed them as: 'Literally the most comfy shoes to have ever graced my feet,' though another wrote: 'Too chunky for me. Looked funny but very comfy.' Ted Baker's new summer fragrance - £25 I'm a frequent fragrance rotator, and I love to match my daily perfume pick to my mood, outfit, and the weather. As the temperature rises, I've found myself moving away from the light, soft and airy scents of spring and into more tropical aromas, with Ted Baker's new fragrance Kasia fast becoming a go-to. The perfume is powered by mood-boosting fragrance technology, meaning it really is 'joy in a bottle'. It's formulated using MoodScentz+ technology from Givaudan – a science-backed innovation proven to enhance feelings of happiness and wellbeing. Inspired by 'golden hour warmth', it features notes of lychee, jasmine and pink hibiscus, alongside creamy coconut, vanilla, amber and sandalwood. It really is the ultimate 'holiday in a bottle scent' on a budget, and is every bit the sunny, mood-boosting escape it promises to be. It may not have the longevity of a more concentrated eau de parfum, but at £25 for 50ml, it's an easy yes for the months ahead. Allsaints Smocked Sleeveless Tank Top - £59 When it comes to dressing for hot days, comfort and fit are key, and I love nothing more than an elevated sleeveless top to ensure I stay cool, without compromising on style, and this Allsaints top offers just that. The Ode Tank is crafted from a cool organic cotton ideal for sunny weather, with a round neck and sleeveless design to help beat the heat. Available in sizes 6-16, it's fully smocked and elasticated throughout for ultimate comfort, with a slight flare at the hem that looks great paired with skinny jeans or denim shorts. The jade green hue is really pretty, but if purple is more your vibe, then there's a lilac version, too. Lauren's picks: Bohomoon Malina Cuff Bracelet - £28 As a self-confessed jewellery obsessive - think stacks of rings, layers of necklaces, and a never-ending rotation of earrings - I'm always searching for my next favourite piece. Lately, my wrists have been looking bare, and cuff bracelets have been everywhere recently, so I knew it was time. Enter this gorgeous shell cuff from Bohomoon. Its beachy, sculptural silhouette is the ultimate statement piece for summer and festival season. I'm already picturing paired with a floaty dress, sandals and a few bangles on the other wrist. Plus, like all of Bohomoon's pieces, it's tarnish-free and waterproof - meaning no green marks, even if you're sweating it out at a festival or splashing around on holiday. If you're after more jewellery that won't turn on after one wear, Hey Harper is another favourite of mine for quality, tarnish-free pieces. The brand's Bella hoop earrings are my go-to and never disappoint me. Merit's The Uniform Tinted Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50 - £34 Whenever I hear about a product with a waitlist before it's even launched, you can bet I'm already signed up. This time, the buzz was around Merit's The Uniform Tinted Mineral SPF, with 20,000 people in line ahead of its launch on Thursday (May 22). The hype is justified. Uniform is the first 100% mineral sunscreen to feature advanced pigment dispersion technology, meaning it delivers ultra-sheer coverage across an impressive 15 skin tones. It's designed to offer light to medium coverage with a natural, skin-like finish - and I was seriously impressed when I put it to the test. I opted for shade 28 (a fair-neutral warm tone), which blended seamlessly into my skin. It felt lightweight, covered blemishes and uneven skin tone in a single swipe, and, best of all, it didn't have a cakey finish. It's buildable, too, so you can dial it up if you prefer extra coverage. If you're into breathable, multi-tasking formulas, another SPF I rate highly is Trinny London's BFF. I raved about it non-stop last year for its hydrating feel and glow-boosting finish. Boux Avenue's Jordyn Pyjama Set - £35.20 from £44 I'm a sucker for a new pair of pyjamas. There's something about slipping into a fresh pair that feels like self-care - especially when they look as good as they feel. Boux Avenue has long been one of my go-to sleepwear brands: its pieces are affordable without skimping on quality, and there's always a great mix of comfy cotton sets and sexier styles when I want to switch things up. While I'm usually a fan of lightweight cotton pjs for summer, this week, I decided to lean into something a little more sultry - the Jordyn Pyjama Set. Think silky, slinky, and just a little dating. With delicate floral lace detailing and cute satin bows, it gives serious bedroom appeal. Fair warning: the cups are sheer, so this isn't your throw-it-on-to-watch Netflix set. But if you're dressing up for a partner - or want to feel glam - this is a fab option. It's flattering, luxe against the skin and the kind of set that makes me want to sashay around my bedroom like I'm in a music video. Eve's picks: Anthropologie's Beaded Icon Charm Necklace - £58 I'm not ashamed to admit that I am a sucker for a trend. I jumped at the chance to add polka dots, butter yellow and gingham to my wardrobe this year. And one I've spotted on a number of fashion influencers of late is necklaces made from an array of colourful beads and finished with a dangly, bold charm. Oozing 90s chic, it's safe to say I'm obsessed and no doubt will be something on which my payday cheque will be spent. On my hunt for one that wouldn't break the bank too much, didn't look too tacky (there's a fine line) and would go with a handful of summery outfits, I landed on Anthrpologie's Beaded Icon Charm Necklace that I found utterly... charming. I could see it going with so many casual and smart ensembles. Crafted with a handful of different sized gems in blues, greens, oranges, whites and salmony pinks, the necklace is a playful addition to outfits that need a bit of a colour boost or that need a bit of texture. While its beads for me are such a standout feature, I love its sunshine charm that just brings a bit of joy. It's bold yet dainty, boho yet chic. Costing £58, it's not exactly cheap but it is a lovely payday treat that'll certainly get its wear this summer. For something a little smaller, in terms of charm, I also fell in love with Estella Bartlett's Multi Facet Gemstone Spring Clasp Necklace, £55, which features a smaller round drop charm and more uniform gems that are equally as vibrant. Made from Waterproof PVD 14ct gold, the necklace has been made to remain shiny for years to come and features gems such as Tiger's Eye, Green Jade, and Cerise Jade. Nobody's Child's Floral Ellis Midi Dress - £89 As someone who has what feels like a gazillion weddings this year (okay, eight), I'm constantly on the hunt for dresses that suit a handful of different wedding themes to fit the bill for more than one occasion - I'm all about recycling. Now, as a fashion writer, I spend a lot of my time sifting through brands such as Nobody's Child and earlier in the week stumbled upon a stunning blue flower-adorned dress that I know would be ideal for black tie events, summer garden party nuptials, beach vibes, home and away ceremonies - the lot. With an asymetric one shoulder style t hat is great for warmer weather, the dress is made from 100% LENZING™ ECOVERO™ Viscose, making it lovely and lightweight, and pretty floaty to just glide over the body. While some people might wince at me suggesting a cream background dress, its bright blue - and dramatically large - flowers decorating the frock make it rather un-bridal and appropriate as a wedding guest (I can say this as a former bride as it's unlikely the wearer of this dress will be mistaken for the star of the show). Plus, with a handful of blue or green accessories, it adds brightness and colour and requires very little effort to look chic. Costing £89, the Ellis dress' midi length is modest while its bodice is flattering and figure-enhancing. Plus, for those who get hot easily, with one strappy shoulder, it's a summer wedding dream. Although for those who'd rather avoid any sort of light colours, I get it, the brand's Blue Satin Bandeau Ellie Midi Dress, £89 is a showstopper that'll make its wearer a vision in blue, while the £150 pink floral Anya dress is ideal for those wanting to cover up their arms. Abbott Lyon X Carys Whittaker I do love a new jewellery haul and the celeb and influencer loved jewellery brand Abbott Lyon has recently launched a brand new range with Welsh lifestyle influencer and fashion brand owner Carys Whittaker which is packed full of pieces that have been made to help its wearer feel 'confident' and 'make any outfit feel a little more special'. The collection features heart huggie earrings that come in an array of different colours from light blue to pink depending on the precious gem inside and in gold and silver metal, a matching bracelet, £69, that has hearts filled in with white quartz, blue lace agate and pink opal, as well as a multi crystal cursive name necklace, £95. With the option of adding up to five names, all of which are crafted with a luxurious cubic zirconia crystal finish, the necklace is available in gold and silver and wide range of chain lengths too. Made from water, sweat and heat-resistant stainless steel, it's a long-lasting addition to any jewellery collection that adds a lovely personal, and confidence boosting, touch.
