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Spectator
11-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Spectator
Why we worship the Wimbledon Wags
Strangely, it was the Sunday Telegraph, not the red tops, that in 2022 coined the acronym Wags after staff in a Dubai hotel used it to describe the wives and girlfriends of England football players. Little did they know that the term would have the traction that it still does nearly 25 years later. Of course, when most people summon core Wags to mind, they think of the glorious bitchiness of the football Wags in their 2006 Baden-Baden Euro glory – all fake tan, Ugg boots, hair and sunglasses like Barbies on speed. Sadly, they don't make them like that anymore. These days, Wags don't need the papers to pap them; they are Instagram celebrities before they have even got the GHD hair straighteners out – they're not trying as hard. But I'm not here for the football Wags. I'm here for the tennis Wags and, in Wimbledon fortnight, they are here for me. The Wimbledon Wags are winking at the camera from the players' box, their faces pained by every break point, their posture guarded as the coach leans over to whisper something, sometimes their expressions are unknowable behind the Ray-Bans. To me, they are a study in a kind of courtly femininity that we rarely see anymore – a masterclass in presumed reverence, poise and, crucially, silence. Tennis, with its highly intense, individualistic psychological makeup, invites this pose as no other sport can. More than anything, I think it is their silence that invests them with such power, since we can only ever ventriloquise their thoughts. Symbolically raised above the arena where their paramour jousts, they are the subject of deep scrutiny. I'm not sure how many times the BBC cameras pan towards them during the course of any one match, but the dyad between player and Wag is clearly of enormous fascination to the commentators and, I might add, to me, the viewer. Commentators like McEnroe and Henman point the Wags out dutifully – 'and there of course is so and so' – but naturally, the brilliantly priapic Becker was the greatest at the tennis Wags, often opining on them with fabulous sexism, famously starting a row in 2021 after calling quarter-finalist Marton Fucsovics's Wag 'very pretty'. Not all tennis Wags are the same. Back in the Fab Four heyday of Djokovic, Federer and Nadal, they knew the drill and had no social media to feed or augment their position. Think Federer's lovely, bosomy wife Mirka, who sat and watched with the greatest decorum, giving very little away even at match points and getting to her feet only for the win. Eventually, Mirka became – as all tennis Wags do – a study in maternity, bringing any one of their four immaculate children into the players' box as a symbol of Federer's all-round family man status and virility. Sometimes, the tennis Wag finds it hard to maintain composure, a trait that is almost always cast in terms of nationality. Djokovic's wife, Jelena – known to the crowd as a fiery, fiercely devoted Iron Curtain Serb – performs expressions of such pain and anguish that one feels that the stage could have been her true calling. This year, the media has gone wild for the presumed romance between Carlos Alcaraz and Emma Raducanu But the tennis Wags do have a stage and use it to its full advantage. Once in a decade, to the unadulterated delight of the media, the crowd and the BBC, a unicorn Wag appears. A unicorn Wag is both courtly lady of the players' box come to watch her man in combat, and a professional tennis player herself. This year, the media has gone wild for the presumed romance between Carlos Alcaraz and Emma Raducanu. Most accounts of this union draw on fictional, sexed-up castings of tennis in films like Challengers or the spectacularly awful Wimbledon starring Paul Bettany, inviting us to consider the steamy underside of the professional tour. But I think that the unicorn Wag delights – and disturbs – because she offers a study in multiple selves. Look at Steffi Graf cheering on husband Andre Agassi or Chrissie Evert championing Jimmy Connors back in his heyday – women with the ability to be both reverent and aggressive all at once. Watch Agassi look up to his players' box and silently commune with Steffi over a missed break point or bungled smash and you will see a highly coded gaze that takes in romance and strategy like no other. But which two lucky tennis Wags will sit in the box on Sunday? For maximum dramatic pietà, I am hoping that it will be Jelena Djokovic and unicorn Wag Raducanu poised to cheer on Alcaraz. One always hopes that they might turn on each other, Wagatha Christie-style, in the heat of the match with only the Ray-Bans as weapons – but of course they don't. These are tennis Wags, after all. They stand elevated, heads bowed, willing their men to victory.
Daily Mirror
07-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Frankie Bridge's must-have adidas trainers are the ‘perfect colour for summer'
This article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. Learn more Frankie Bridge has shared her go-to trainers for summer (Image: Ken McKay/ITV/REX/Shutterstock) There's nothing better than having a great pair of trainers in your wardrobe; they're comfortable, stylish, and easy to dress just about anything down whilst still looking sophisticated and trendy. And if there's one pair that it seems no wardrobe is complete without, it's a pair of Adidas Samba trainers. Although there have been countless colourways spotted on the feet of celebrities and fashion editors alike, this latest colour combination has already been dubbed 'The perfect colour for summer' by Frankie Bridge. The Adidas Originals Samba OG Trainers that have caught her eye have a white base with light brown stripes and details, making them look instantly sophisticated and elegant, despite their sporty style. READ MORE: Louise Thompson's 'incredibly comfortable' Ugg mules are perfect for flying in READ MORE: Emily Atack's Dune sandals look just like Hermes Oran pair and cost £500 less The Adidas Originals Samba OG Trainers (£95) might have had their initial trending moment last summer, but their popularity doesn't seem to be waning as they're still the go-to style for fashion fans everywhere. The main reason they're such a hit is thanks to how easy they are to style, especially when they come in a timeless neutral colour palette like Frankie's brown and white pair. You can just as easily wear them with jeans and a tank top as you can with a midi dress in the summer, or pair them with some cut off shorts and a linen shirt for holiday. Adidas trainers are also known for their comfort, which means you can wear them all day without aches or blisters making them perfect for fun days out or sightseeing on holiday. Frankie's go-to trainers were the white and brown Adidas Sambas (Image: ASOS) The brown and white colour combination is an easy addition to anyone's wardrobe, but if the Adidas Sambas aren't for you there are several other options to shop. These adidas VL Court 3.0 in Brown are similar to Frankie's Sambas, but come in chocolate brown suede with white stripe details and have a slightly chunkier design. They're also more affordably priced at £65. Another trending style of trainers is the Nike Dunk Low , and this white and brown pair are currently on sale down from £110 to £64.99. For a super affordable alternative, New Look's White Faux Leather Perforated Side Panel Trainers are now only £19.79, down from £32.99, and are ideal if you want a more laidback look that lets the rest of your outfit do the talking. However, we're trusting Frankie's judgement that the brown and white Adidas Originals Samba OG Trainers are going to be the trainers of the summer. You can currently pick them up at ASOS in sizes three to 13, with half sizes available too to make sure you get the perfect fit. WHATSAPP: Get the best deals and exclusive discount codes straight to your phone via our WhatsApp group. Users must download or already have WhatsApp on their phones to join in. All you have to do to join is click on this link, select 'Join Chat' and you're in! We may also send you stories from other titles across the Reach group. We will also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. Some of these articles will contain affiliate links where we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from them. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose Exit group. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice. CLICK HERE TO JOIN
Daily Mirror
04-07-2025
- Lifestyle
- Daily Mirror
Louise Thompson's 'incredibly comfortable' Ugg mules are perfect for flying in
Louise Thompson has found the perfect pair of shoes for travelling in, with her Ugg mules hailed as 'so comfortable' and now on sale down from £160 to £128 With travelling on many of our agendas this summer, finding the perfect comfortable outfit to fly in high up on our to do lists. One thing that always ends up being a challenge is finding the right pair of shoes to travel in; trainers can be too tight especially if your feet swell in high altitudes, whilst a pair of sandals can be uncomfortable and impractical, especially on a long haul flight. However it seems Louise Thompson has cracked the code, as she shared a glimpse at her go-to inflight footwear. She wore a pair of Goldencoast Clog Regenerate mules from UGG on a recent flight, with the slip-on shoes managing to feel like slippers whilst still being outdoor-appropriate and easy to wear. Usually priced at £160, the UGG clogs are now on sale for £127.99, making now the perfect time to get your hands on them. Just like your favourite pair of slippers, they have a soft and fluffy lining made from microfibre and twinface sheepskin which keeps them soft and comfortable to wear. The closed toe of the Goldencoast Clog Regenerate means they're great for walking around the plane in, with an adjustable ankle strap that can be flipped to make them a slip on style or across the heel to keep them securely on your feet. They also give your feet plenty of room if they tend to swell whilst flying, so you don't need to worry about anything rubbing or cutting in. The outers are also made from soft sheepskin with a supple suede finish, with a thick sole that offers plenty of grip. Currently they're only available in a light taupe colour, which is perfect for summer, with sizes six to 11 still in stock. If you want other colours or need a smaller size, this pair of Seqwl Faux Fur Lined Sling Back Clogs from ASOS are ideal. Coming in black faux suede with a soft and fluffy faux fur lining, they have a similar silhouette to Louise's UGG pair, and are now on sale down to £19.80 from £22. You could also head over to Dune to pick up the Goldy Faux Shearling Lined Backless Mules for £99, which are made from real sheepskin with a soft shearling lining. Priced at £99, they come in both beige and tan, although they don't have the added security of the hell strap like Louise's UGG mules. If you needed convincing of just how comfortable the UGG Goldencoast Clog Regenerates are though, you only need look at the reviews, which are all full five star ratings. One shopper said: 'Very nice design and extremely comfortable. I like these a lot!' Another agreed: 'Feels like walking on air. One of my favourite pair of Uggs I have ever bought. Even bought a second pair for when I wear this pair out.' Whilst someone else added: 'Absolutely love love love these. Put them on as soon as arrived hardly had off since. We need more colours please. I've got pins and a plate in my foot and find it difficult to get comfortable shoes these definitely are worth the money. But would love to have other colours please.' Finally another happy shopper shared: 'I have a high instep and wide feet and struggle to find shoes that fit - these are amazing. Sooo incredibly comfy I wear them all the time my favourite all time pair of shoes would love them in the smoke colour. Please don't stop making these!!!'
Time Out
03-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time Out
Gray's Papaya and UGG will give out free hot dogs in NYC on July 4th
Uptown stalwart Gray's Papaya has been griddling up one of New York's best hot dogs (both a la carte or as that iconic Recession Special, with two crispy-skinned all-beef Sabrett tubers and a medium tropical drink for $7.50) for half a century. And to celebrate the 4th of July in NYC —the most hot dog-loving day around—the franks franchise is partnering with Ugg to give away free hot dogs during the holiday weekend. On Friday, July 4 and Saturday, July 5, G ray's Papaya and UGG —which is festively fêting the return of a beloved UGG colorway, Mustard Seed (get it?), now in a new Goldenstar UGGBraid Clog silhouette (no, we're not entirely sure what those words mean either)—will be giving out gratis frankfurters throughout New York City, starting at noon until they're gone. Hungry hot dog lovers can find the on-the-house links at Gray's Papaya's 72nd Street flagship (at 2090 Broadway) as well as at a collab hot-dog cart in Brooklyn's Domino Park on July 4th; or head to the UGG Soho store located at 79 Mercer Street, where another cart will be parked outside on July 5th. Now, for the important caveat: Though the promo events are free and open to the public, you will need to sign up for UGG Rewards to get the complimentary hot dogs, which does seem a small price to pay for a great wiener. 'Partnering with Gray's Papaya, an iconic New York institution, brings the launch of our new silhouette in Mustard Seed to life in a way that's both nostalgic and fresh,' Tracy Paoletti, vice president and general manager of Ugg North America, said in a statement. 'Available for the whole family, this limited-edition drop of our Goldenstar and Goldencoast Uggbraid Clogs celebrates everything Ugg stands for—bold self-expression, unexpected style, and cultural connection.'
Perth Now
02-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
Former Ellen star told to ‘forget the bikinis' for Aus trip
Rosie McClelland is planning on packing multiple pairs of bikinis for her trip to Australia this month, despite our country being in the middle of winter. The 18-year-old singer took to social media on Tuesday, where she revealed in a video the five essential items she would be bringing on her travels. Among the list, which included a portable makeup bag, of a water bottle, backpack and new bank card, were 10 bikinis she planned on bringing. 'I'm going to be using them a lot, I've got 10 different ones, loads of you said you spent the whole time in bikinis, so I'm taking a lot. I'm going surfing, by a beach, kayaking, and all of them are tie up so they don't fall down,' she said. McClelland said that she had 24 hours of travel ahead of her and asked her followers what she should pack for a long-haul flight. If you'd like to view this content, please adjust your . To find out more about how we use cookies, please see our Cookie Guide. However, her fans instead were quick to tell her that Australia was currently experiencing winter with weather conditions less than ideal for swimming. 'Swap the bikinis for Ugg boots! It's damn freezing and wet as over here currently,' one Instagram fan said. Another said: 'Girl, forget the Bikinis, we are in winter.' 'Make sure you also have some warm winter clothes as we are in the middle of winter at the moment and it's very cold,' a third added. Another fan commented: 'Lol defo won't be needing bikinis! It's freezing here right now!' Rosie McClelland is all grown up. Credit: Supplied 'It's winter in Australia hun you won't be using the bikinis is most of the country,' someone else said. McClelland rose to fame on YouTube as her older cousin Sophia Grace's sidekick who went viral for singing Super Bass by Nicki Minaj. The adorable duo, who were five and eight-years-old at the time, were sought after by Ellen DeGeneres for her talk show where they were regular guests for several years. McClelland has since amassed a huge following of her own and has been releasing teen songs since 2018.
