In a beautiful but contentious adaptation of Margaret Thatcher’s time as Prime Minister, Meryl Streep deals with the sensitive issue of dementia. But how did she prepare herself? Rachel Clark writes. Portraying one of the most loved and hated characters of British politics of the 20th century was always going to be a mammoth task. And Meryl Streep wasn’t going [...]
Florence and the machine have managed to avoid the dreaded second album syndrome with ‘Ceremonials’, which went straight in at number one on the UK Albums Chart. Lead singer Florence Welch’s debut album ‘Lungs’ also reached number one in the UK charts, won the Brit Award for Mastercard British Album, and peaked at number fourteen in America’s Billboard chart. She has [...]
Life&Style Magazine, in conjunction with NOW Homes, are giving away 30 pairs of FREE tickets to the National Homebuilding & Renovating Show at the NEC in Birmingham from March 29th – April 1st, 2012. The National Homebuilding & Renovating Show is the UK’s biggest, dedicated self-build & renovation event. This year it will be packed to the rafters with free [...]
Chris Ashwin – of bespoke kitchen company Hill Farm Furniture – talks about the trend towards a natural look for today’s kitchens. Despite the recent fashion of glossy kitchens and sleek lines, there is a timeless elegance and warmth that you can only get from a country-style English kitchen – a kitchen that is truly the heart of the home. [...]
A new 76-room, 4 star hotel located in the fashionable Lace Market area of Nottingham has recently opened its doors. Originally a coaching inn, the building that houses the new Mercure Hotel was constructed in 1822. The building has undergone a complete renovation, transforming it into a chic, contemporary hotel. At the same time, the hotel exudes a sense of [...]
It’s not uncommon for homeowners to get the itch to move when they’ve been in their house awhile. While just picking up and moving isn’t an option for most of us, there’s another approach that people are taking: Refreshing their house to create a high-impact, high-style look, but doing it in a way that’s cost effective. You don’t need to [...]
It can feel difficult – if not impossible – to find time to care for yourself in the daily hustle and bustle, particularly during the festive season. But at the same time, everyone wants to look good, feel good and be healthy. There’s truth in the idea that sometimes you need to put yourself first. Looking good and feeling good [...]
A simple meeting at a dinner party led flamboyant Italians Pierfrancesco Gigliotti and Maurizio Modica to create one of the world’s most stunning and cutting edge fashion labels. Pierfrancesco Gigliotti grew up in Calabria, a region in the south of Italy with a population of just over 2 million. “I had a really nice childhood, I don’t have any brothers [...]
This year promises to be another exciting year on the catwalks, and designers have already flown ahead with their Spring 2012 collections Sad as it undeniably is to have to put away our Christmas decorations and rich winter garments for another year, 2012 promises to be a year of exciting fashion trends – none more so than the spring summer [...]
With the number of Indian restaurants in Nottinghamshire on the rise, it’s hard to find one you can count on for good food. It is often tempting to write a restaurant off before you’ve even set foot in it. We’ve all done it – and it’s sometimes the best way of choosing a good restaurant if you don’t have any other way of [...]
Orthodontics is a specialist branch of dentistry concerned with the treatment and improvement of crooked or crowned teeth and bite abnormalities. Braces are used to correct the position of teeth, resulting in an attractive smile and a healthy and comfortable bite. There are different types of brace available and any good dentist will discuss all the possible options with you. The options range [...]
The New Year always holds promises for everyone. Find out what they are here as Russell Grant explains your stars. ARIES – Your ideas gain traction in the days over the first few days of March. Resist the urge to gossip on the 3rd. Do as your partner asks on the 4th, if only to relieve them of a terrible [...]
Styling your home with flooring is a crucial aspect, and one that could prove costly if you’re not completely satisfied. Using wood flooring looks ultra-stylish, and is practical too. Despite the many types of floor coverings available today, hardwood is still the most beautiful and the best. You can choose from many styles and colours to complement any interior. What’s [...]
Saying ‘No’ to Europe has put David Cameron in an undeniably popular position with his backbenchers and the public, but has it paid off? Tim Alderslade writes. Shortly before the Christmas recess, David Cameron did something that no Prime Minister in British history has ever done before. He vetoed a European Union treaty change. The decision has transformed the political landscape [...]
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