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Irish Independent
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Irish Independent
Pop sensation Allie Sherlock enjoys farm-fresh gelato in Louth
The family-run business shared a post of the 20-year-old pop sensation saying 'Look who had a taste of our Gelato at a local event, the amazing singer @alliesherlock We hope you enjoyed and be sure to call down to the farm shop soon!' The Cork-born singer shot to fame when a video of her performing the Ed Sheeran hit Supermarket Flowers on Grafton Street when she was just 12 went viral, leading to an appearance on the Ellen De Generes Show. Since then she has headlined gigs in Ireland and the UK and played support to the likes of The Script, Picture This, OneRepublic and Gavin James. This summer she has played at the Kaleidoscope Festival and Live at Leopardstown and has just announced a European tour in the autumn following the release of her new single Damage Control.
Vogue
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Vogue
Boho Haircuts Are Trending for Summer
Cher, Brigitte Bardot, Diana Ross, Farrah Fawcett, and Jane Birkin: When it comes to the 1970s, these were the icons in bohemian and disco circles. It's a style (both beauty and fashion) that's still referenced today—just look at the recent Chloé runways if you need some proof. So, what really is a bohemian hairstyle—and how do you find the right style for you? Below, the experts break down five hugely popular current hairstyles that have their roots in '70s style. The Butterfly Haircut Farrah Fawcett, 1975. Walt Disney Television Photo Archives Sabrina Carpenter Taylor Hill Farrah Fawcett's layers are still going strong almost half a century on. According to celebrity hairstylist Guido Palau, the look is easy enough to achieve at home with the right technique. 'Take a hairdryer and run a round brush underneath, then part the bangs so you get that '70s look,' he says. Round-brush shy? A blow-dry brush may be your new best friend. Sabrina Carpenter's take on the look (called a butterfly cut) has a modern edge. For a look that's less voluminous and shaggy, leave the layering until a point just past your bangs, at about chin length. Super Long and Natural Cher in 1973. Getty Images Sacai, Spring-Summer 2025. Cher has had many hairstyles over the years, but her silky, super-straight '70s mane is a real favorite. There were echoes of her peace-and-love look on the runway at Sacai's spring/summer 2025 show. Face-framing Layers and Fringe Jane Birkin. Reporters Associes. Chloé Spring-Summer 2025. Jane Birkin (or, in an alternative universe, Dakota Johnson) is a forever muse for all fans of the boho aesthetic, so it's little wonder that the hallmarks of her beauty look were all over Chloé's spring/summer 2025 runway. Curls and Volume Diana Ross on the set of Mahogany. SilverNEW YORK, NEW YORK - MARCH 05: Simone Ashley attends the Amazon MGM Studios' "Picture This" New York Screening at NeueHouse Madison Square on March 05, 2025 in New York City. (Photo by)To recreate these glamorous waves, scrunch up your natural curls with a styling cream and style into a side parting for even more volume. Braid-outs can add extra definition for afro-textured hair, or copy Diana Ross in Mahogany and opt for a bouncy blowout. The Wavy Bob Twiggy in 1974. Bettmann Christopher Esber Spring-Summer 2025 Justin Shin / Getty Images Her pixie cut helped to kickstart her career, but the bob that she wore in the '70s signaled a growing up for British supermodel Twiggy. Her chin-length haircut was styled with pronounced waves that appeared to inspire the beauty look on Christopher Esber's spring/summer 2025 runway. Have a beauty or wellness trend you're curious about? We want to know! Send Vogue's senior beauty & wellness editor an email at beauty@
The Herald Scotland
17-07-2025
- Business
- The Herald Scotland
Scottish interior designer shares her tips to make your home stand out
'Having always been interested in décor and interiors I rose to the challenge and when it was done, the flat later sold quickly and achieved a great result,' Doreen recalls. 'That paved the way for buying a house that needed to be completely refurbished … and then when commissions started coming in, I found myself studying once again and the rest, as they say, is history.' Although different disciplines, graphic design and interior design are interlinked in many ways: both rely on core design principles, such as balance, contrast, proportion and scale, unity and harmony. 'Whether arranging text for a graphic layout or furniture in a room, you are applying similar ideas to create an aesthetically pleasing composition,' Doreen explains. 'Also, as an interior designer I use graphic design software to present mood boards, layouts, and visualisations.' Doreen set up her interior and graphic design business in 1992, a decade that brought rich and vibrant colours into people's homes, most notably on walls and furniture. Walls took quite a hit: if not papered with jazzy wallpaper, then stencilled, sponged, and splatted, while voluminous curtains were puddled, fringed, swagged and tailed (and hopefully laid to rest forever). Other best forgotten trends included patterned carpets, fake plants, brass fixtures, and shabby chic, an oxymoron if ever there was one. One final reminiscence, according to in 1992 the average house price in Scotland was £39,962. 'Trends invariably come and go but the emphasis today is very different,' says Doreen. 'Perhaps because of Covid and lockdowns, our homes and gardens are increasingly being curated to reflect lifestyle, as opposed to everyday living, resulting in the dedicated home office, gym, sauna/spa bathroom, yoga space, games/play area, home cinema, and guest accommodation. And interiors nowadays are generally more relaxed and taking steps towards improving sustainability and energy efficiencies.' Undertaking both commercial and residential interior design projects, Doreen says the challenges and complexities of the job are harder nowadays, but the results still outweigh the effort. 'Having a good team behind you – including reliable contractors and trades – is a crucial part of the job. Many people find it hard to visualise what they hope to achieve whereas designers can see potential issues and opportunities which might otherwise be missed. "Using an interior designer can help avoid making costly mistakes, manage projects and budgets efficiently, and recommend the best and most suitable materials to ensure a cohesive, personalised design that not only looks beautiful but will also be highly functional.' A talented photographer who over the years has collated a sizeable portfolio of images, Doreen is now combining her finely honed graphic and interior design skills with the launch of an exciting new source book of wall art. Aptly named, Picture This is a high-quality, hard-backed book of original digital and illustrative wall art, with each of the 74 images shown individually and in the context of a furnished room setting. Better still, these images can all be resized and recoloured to suit individual preferences, thereby creating a fully bespoke artwork which is printed to order on high quality, silk-coated paper and comes ready to frame. Why is wall art important? 'Art on walls creates a focal point, introduces narratives, colour, and texture, and provides balance and scale in an environment. It adds visual and physical texture to the décor and contributes to the scale and proportion, ensuring the space feels co-ordinated, comfortable, and visually appealing,' says Doreen. However, she is quick to dismiss the popular misconception that statement wall art is only for large rooms. 'It may seem counter-intuitive to use big wall art in a small room, but it is in fact, a great way to make the most of a small space. Instead of using several small-size artworks, opting for one large piece of wall art can actually make a room feel larger and more luxurious. 'Large artwork can also help balance the scale of a room with high ceilings,' she says. A highly tactile and beautiful stand-alone coffee table book, Picture This makes choosing art a pleasure and does away with the time-consuming search to find the elusive 'right' statement piece. Walls nowadays are generally neutral and present a perfect backdrop for statement wall art – and this new hard-back source book is an inspirational aid. Picture This (Volume 1, with more to follow) costs £25 and is available from
Elle
16-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Elle
Simone Ashley Is Embracing Her ‘Single Era'—Get to Know Her Full Dating History
Bridgerton's Simone Ashley has become synonymous with romance since she captivated viewers with her role as Kate Sharma on the Netflix hit. Her on-screen chemistry with actor Jonathan Bailey made Kate's story one of the most popular seasons in the series. She released her rom-com Picture This in 2025, solidifying her iconic romantic heroine status. But at the moment, Ashley's private life is not about romance. The actress is currently single and loving it. In March 2025, she told People that she is 'defining [her] single era as a time that I don't wanna waste away.' 'It's about self-growth, and I am looking for someone who is so confident in themselves and is really ready to have an open heart in the same way I do. And I think that's hard to find,' the 30-year-old actress said. 'I'm not in a rush. It can be easy to jump into the next thing immediately, which is something that I am choosing not to do.' Ashley continued, 'I want to take my time to find the right person for me and to work on myself—to grow, and to focus on my work.' 'I've got such an incredible year ahead, and I'm up to such exciting things,' Ashley added. 'And I have the most amazing family and friends around me. So I'm working on my heart and on myself and on my confidence.' So, before her single era, who was Ashley romantically entangled with? Here's her complete known dating history so far. Ashley started dating Constantin Klein after she met him in May 2022 at the Grand Prix in Monaco, which she shared with Vogue in a November 2022 interview. Klein worked as a corporate lawyer until 2019, before switching careers and becoming the CEO of GP Ice Race, a winter car race that runs on an actual ice track. In the Vogue interview, Ashley didn't say who this new boyfriend was but told the outlet, 'I'm very happy. We haven't gone public yet, and we're having those conversations about how we can get there before anyone else does.' When asked about living together, she added, 'I'd like to but, you know, one day.' Before her interview, fans were pretty aware of Klein because they were seen together at a few public events over the summer. In December 2022, she posted a photo of Klein blowing out his birthday candles on Instagram, writing in the caption, 'The best birthday surprise for the best person.' He also made a discreet appearance in a carousel of pictures of a beautiful winter vacation. Things became 'official' when she shared a photo of them being affectionate and laughing at a Netflix BAFTAs after-party in London in March 2023. And in August 2023, she shared some pics of him taken by her brother while out on a hike. Klein hosted a birthday party for Ashley in March 2024. She shared pictures from the night on Instagram, writing in the caption, 'Thank you to my love for organizing the best day ever. I adore all my friends so much ❤️.' But in early 2025, Ashley revealed her relationship had ended. During her February 28 appearance on BBC's Woman Hour podcast, Ashley said, 'It's kind of ironic I'm promoting a rom-com [Picture This], and as of January this year, I've been entering my single era.' She added, 'I'm focusing on me and focusing on my work and my inner confidence. It feels like a different chapter from when Bridgerton came out, where things were just so crazy.' The former couple was last seen out together in October 2024. Ashley has not commented on why they split.
Pink Villa
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
The Devil Wears Prada 2 Cast: Simone Ashley Lands Role After F1 Horror; Lucy Liu, Pauline Chalamet and More Join
As production begins on The Devil Wears Prada 2, there's a lot of speculation about which TV and film stars will find a home in the fashion extravaganza. A recent report from Variety has officially confirmed the actors playing the most important roles in the film. Lucy Liu, Justin Theroux, B.J. Novak, and Pauline Chalamet will be taking on major roles in the film, while Bridgerton's breakout face, Simone Ashley, will be cast alongside Meryl Streep, Emily Blunt and Anne Hathaway. The Devil Wears Prada 2 Cast Latest Update Previously, it was announced that apart from the three leading ladies of the original The Devil Wears Prada, Stanley Tucci would be reprising his role as Nigel Kipling, the trusted confidante of Meryl Streep's Miranda Priestly. As of the latest reports, Tracie Thoms, who played Lily, Andrea "Andy" Sachs' best friend and a major handbag lover, will also return to play her character. Another familiar face will be Tibor Feldman, who portrayed Irv Ravitz, the chairman of Runway's parent company, Elias-Clark. DEADLINE reported that Simone Ashley will be starring in the film; however, not many details have been revealed about her mysterious role. This news comes as a welcome surprise to the fans of Picture This star, following her unexpected absence from F1: The Movie. The actress has been participating in promotions for the Brad Pitt-starrer film with dedication; however, her parts in the film were ruthlessly edited out, much to the shock of viewers. Kenneth Branagh was previously confirmed to star as Miranda Priestly's husband, while Adrian Grenier, who played Nate Cooper originally, will not be returning for the sequel. It is known that the film is currently in production; however, further details of its progress have been kept under wraps. As the three fashionistas reunite once again, the excitement is through the roof for the fans of the 2006 release. It is known that the follow-up will follow Miranda Priestly's life as reigning editor-in-chief, but her standing is not the same anymore as she faces the decline of traditional magazine publishing. She will stand against her once-assistant Emily Charlton, who has now moved to a lucrative role and holds the funds that she desperately needs at Runway. The Devil Wears Prada 2 will premiere on May 1, 2026.
