Taylor Swift thought she’d called it when she said chokers were the new flower crowns this summer, but turns out – she was wrong. That’s because ‘mermaid crowns’ are the magical new accessory trend taking over our Instagram feeds. Australian florist Chelsea Shiels decided to switch things up by designing headwear made from shells, beads…
Morgane Polanski: ‘Vikings’ Star Talks Style Secrets And Modelling For Marc Jacobs
Morgane Polanski is the name you need to know about. Although you’ve probably clocked the surname. Daughter of director Roman Polanski and model-turned-actress Emmanuelle Seigner, she was born to be on screen – but the 23-year old is making a her name without the aid of her famous family (bar the Marc Jacobs campaign she…
E-cigarettes Help Prevent Weight Gain In Smokers Trying To Quit, Study Finds
People who are worried about weight gain after quitting smoking should try electronic cigarettes, according to a new study. Researchers discovered that it’s the nicotine found in cigarettes that reduces smokers’ appetites. Therefore e-cigarettes, which contain nicotine but no tobacco, could be effective at curbing weight gain in those trying to quit. The new study…
These Gifs Show What It’s Really Like To Be Colour Blind
Around one in 12 men and one in 200 women in the UK suffer from colour vision deficiency, or “colour blindness”, as it’s more colloquially known. People who are colour blind find it difficult to distinguish between certain colours, such as reds, oranges, yellows, browns and greens. According to the NHS, the condition is usually…
Adult Weight Gain Can ‘Increase Cancer Risk By 50%’, Study Reveals
Adults who gain a considerable amount of weight between their teenage years and retirement can raise their risk of developing cancer by up to 50%. A new study found that substantial weight gain over many years increased the risk of obesity-related cancers by 50% and 20% in men and women respectively. Experts said the study…
‘The Five Second Rule’ Does Not Exist, Scientists Reveal
We’re sorry to be the bearers of bad news, but the “five second rule” is not a thing. Researchers at Rutgers university have disproven the widely accepted notion that it’s okay to scoop up food and eat it within a “safe” five-second window. They found that bacteria may transfer to food that has fallen on…
London Fashion Week 2016: Julien Macdonald SS17 Show Stars Model Hailey Baldwin
Julien Macdonald made an extravagant return to London Fashion Week on Saturday 17 September. The British designer’s spring/summer 2017 collection was full of super sexy eveningwear straight out of our wildest dreams – think daring-as-you-like cut outs, the sheerest of lace and shimmering chain mail. Macdonald chose model-of-the-moment Hailey Baldwin to open and close the…
Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show 2016: Bella Hadid Will Be Walking The Runway
Bella Hadid is officially in the the 2016 Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show 2016, it has been revealed. This will be the first time the 20-year-old supermodel has walked the runway for VS – following in the footsteps of older sister Gigi Hadid, who made her debut last year. Hadid will star alongside a line-up of…
Doctors Urged To ‘Prescribe Exercise’ To Combat Obesity Crisis
Doctors should prescribe exercise to combat the obesity epidemic and save lives, experts have said. The Local Government Association (LGA) said GPs across England and Wales should give patients physical activity goals – whether that’s walking, attending fitness classes or participating in activities in parks – to encourage them to be more active. “Not every…
Wimbledon 2016: Food And Picnic Ideas For Your Day At The Tennis
Wimbledon is in full swing, which means it’s time for epic picnics, a shed load of strawberries and Andy Murray doing his thing. To help you on your way to picnic greatness, Snappa has compiled a few pointers for putting together a fantastic spread. Follow these guidelines and you’ll be the talk of the tennis…