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Danyl's over X-cited

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:06:00 GMT

'X Factor's' Danyl Johnson given talking to by Simon Cowell over threat to quit and diva-like behaviour According to reports ahead of this weekend's 'X Factor', contestant Danyl Johnson has been given a stern talking to by mentor and judge Simon Cowell following his threat to quit the show. It's being claimed that 27-year-old Danyl, a drama and dance teacher from Kent, had stormed out of...

Rihanna's big need

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:58:00 GMT

Rihanna admits she is looking for a man big enough to satisfy her We have to admit, we felt our cheeks blush when we heard Rihanna's recent admission on what she seeks in a man. The 21-year-old singer, who has released her first single, 'Russian Roulette', since she was attacked by former boyfriend Chris Brown, is making it clear she's on the look out for man. But just for a bit of fun. And...

Kookai’s new grounds

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:39:00 GMT

Kookai is bang up on our radar this week with its dreamy winter collection, re-launched shopping website and brand new flagship store helping it reclaim its stake in the UK high street! The brand's repositioning sees both the collections and new store design show off sleek and sophisticated affordable luxury, in keeping with its Parisian heritage. Our fave piece...

Celebrity week in pictures

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:30:00 GMT

Click through to see the celebs out on the town this week...

Today's big issue: Sex myths

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 12:00:00 GMT

A new survey released today suggests as many as one in ten people 11% don’t realise that a woman can still get pregnant if she has sex standing up. Other findings from a nationwide survey of 2,000 young people and adults show that there is a shocking level of misunderstanding about even the most basic sex facts. A quarter of people never discuss contraception, and almost a...

Free Givenchy makeover

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 11:43:00 GMT

With party season fast approaching it's high time you channeled a new beauty look. And Givenchy are giving you just that...Their experts will be on hand across the country at certain times to sweep their beauty brushes and make makeup magic using the Christmas Pearl Collection to give you a complimentary makeover while you sip champagne.And that's not all, when you buy two products (one to be...

The perfect pampering present

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 10:46:00 GMT

The Sanctuary Spa, famed as the UK's top day spa for women, has launched some luxe new treatments tipped as the perfect pressie for lucky ladies this Christmas and the ultimate gift-to-self for girls working and playing too hard this party season. An indulgent haven of peace and pampering, at the unique central London spa guests can dip in and out of the tranquil pools, ponder in...

Get gorgeous girlfriend!

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 10:34:00 GMT

If you're a fan of How to Look Good Naked you're going to love this! A new beauty range from the style show fronted by Gok Wan, has recently hit the high street just in time for Christmas. From Bath Caviar to Body Shimmer Oil (pictured) and gift sets, the collection makes a perfect present, especially with their sleek and unique packaging. With prices starting...

Dotty for Diesel

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 10:27:00 GMT

Check out the cool SS10 preview collection from Diesel which has just hit stores. The feminine, fashion-forward 'Rockin' Dots' line harkens back to the brand's rock 'n' roll roots, with classic Diesel styles reworked with an edge. The ‘dot' theme runs through textures, shapes and prints on denim seperates, jumpsuits and leather jackets. As it's limited...

Friday fashion fix

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 10:13:00 GMT

Don't let winter's weather defeat your desire to dress to impress. Cosmo's fashion assistant Natasha Guiotto has picked some of the best on-trend buys you can grab to keep you looking fabulous throughout November! Left: Just in time for the release of 'New Moon' this ring is sure to get pulses racing... £179, www.stepheneinhorn.co.uk

India Whiley-Morton’s Little Noise blog: Mika

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 10:10:00 GMT

Session 3: Wenesday 18 NovemberActs: Mika, Paloma Faith, Alex GardnerVery annoyingly a train nightmare meant I was late and missed the first act Daisy Dares You, who everyone raved about. I was gutted!Luckily I spoke to her afterwards, shot some photos and she was lovely. So fun and down to earth, with a great sense of individual style, I'm definitely going to see her on tour. Sadly, Paloma...

Reader's Show and tell: Vicki's H&M sequinned tshirt

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 09:43:00 GMT

Vicki Holland, Cosmopolitan Community Host, is our Show and Tell pick of the day. Vicki is looking great in her H&M sequinned tshirt, £14.99.She says, "Well, I never have been a tee-shirt and jeans girl but who could say no to a sparkly tee-shirt? Perfect with jeans and heels and perfect for the Christmas season! I nearly bought it in black but i have too much black and the...

Love it or loathe it

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 09:30:00 GMT

The supermodel looks in fine form a month or so after giving birth but is her choice of monochrome fetish-esque frock chic or eek?

Kristen's new love

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 07:39:00 GMT

Kristen Stewart swaps Robert Pattinson for Dakota Fanning Crikey, if you thought the biggest gossip was whether Kristen Stewart was actually dating Robert Pattinson, get a load of this. According to Dakota Fanning, she's the person that the Twilight star is locking lips with! Of course, it's all just for their new role in Joan Jett biopic The Runaways, but, according to reports, it's still...

Heidi's runway project

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 07:38:00 GMT

Heidi Klum makes a surprise trip down the runway at Victoria's Secret show She only gave birth to new baby Lou a month or so ago, but that hasn't kept Heidi Klum away from the catwalk. The supermodel was meant to be hosting a Victoria's Secret fashion show in New York yesterday, but surprised guests by getting up and strutting her stuff too. It was only on Wednesday that Seal's wife spoke...

Daisy's naked ambition

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 07:37:00 GMT

Daisy Lowe says how much she loved being shot in the nude Daisy Lowe is no prude! The Agent Provocateur model has spoken out about how much she enjoyed being photographed naked by Terry Richardson for Pirelli's 2010 calendar. Talking to The Sun at the launch in London last night, she explained: "It was quite freeing, being able to be naked for a week." Luckily the shoot took place...

Cheryl flashes ring

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 07:36:00 GMT

Cheryl Cole rebuffs claims that her marriage is on the rocks by showing off her rock Ever since it was revealed that Ashley Cole had cheated on his wife Cheryl with an unknown hairdresser in January of last year, reports about supposed marital woes have followed the couple - most recently that they had a big bust up after the singer's performance at the Children in Need gig at the Royal Albert...

Jordan for US jungle

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 07:35:00 GMT

Katie Price could be set to appear in the US version of I'm A Celeb... Katie Price might have announced that she's going to quit I'm A Celeb... if the public keep on voting for her to do the Bushtucker Trials, but that wouldn't necessarily mean she's turning her back on the jungle for good; it's been reported that the glamour model is going to be offered a deal to appear on the US version of...

How do you deal with your partner’s ex?

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 16:20:00 GMT

A new unofficial biography of Angelina suggests that she spread rumours that Jennifer Aniston was putting her career before kids to blot her copybook in Brad’s eyes. So do tricks like that work?MARSI’d have to say the answer in my case is only with very variable degrees of success. I got rid of him, he returned. I got rid of him again, he returned, smashed up everything I’d...

Posh natural tan

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 15:13:00 GMT

Victoria Beckham denies using fake tan and admits to lots of sex with Mr.Beckham! Victoria Beckham has assured us that her tanned glow is all down to the LA sun rather than the result of some good fake tan or a couple hours under a sunbed. Not that we would have thought any different (ahem)... Although we can't imagine that the mother-of-three and former Spice Girl-turned-fashion-designer...

RPatz gets a striptease!

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 15:07:00 GMT

Robert Pattinson reveals that a fan stripped off for him at his command Robert Pattinson should be like, the leader of the entire world. He could just tell us what to do and we'd all happily oblige. Well, the female of the species would at least... The British 'New Moon' star appeared on US chat show 'Ellen' and told presenter Ellen DeGeneres that he once told a fan to strip off for a joke....

10% off at The Organic Pharmacy and win 5 nights in Mexico

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 12:35:00 GMT

Calling all London-based beauty addicts, get down to The Organic Pharmacy stores today for a free mini Christmas treatment. As well as being able to indulge on festive mince pies and drinks, you'll also receive 10% off treatments and a goody bag when you spend over £75 at the store.And that's not all, you can also enter into a prize draw to win a holiday to Mexico!Today there will also be...

Save over £250 on Estee Lauder makeup kit

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 12:03:00 GMT

It's not as if we ever need an excuse to treat ourselves to more makeup, but here's one temptation that even the most restrained beauty junkie won't be able to resist.When you purchase any Estee Lauder perfume, you can then buy this beautiful Professional Makeup Artist Colour Collection for just £49 (it's worth over £300!)Packed inside the gorgeous red vanity case is everything you...

Thursday's big issue: Kate Moss

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 11:02:00 GMT

Kate Moss has hit the headlines again, this time for her comments in an interview with a news website where she said that her motto is 'nothing tastes as good as skinny feels.'Her comments, which have angered eating disorder support groups, came after she was asked what her personal motto was. "“There are loads of mottos," she said. "There’s ‘Nothing tastes...

Today's big issue: Kate Moss

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 11:02:00 GMT