Do grown up glamour in Ellie Goulding's Gucci shoes

Ellie Goulding has been very vocal about how she dresses in the past, saying she doesn't feel the need to wear skimpy stage outfits in order to sell records. Obviously, she's quite right, but when it comes to featuring on the pages of a magazine, it's the clothes that do all the talking.
The pop princess looked stunning in this photoshoot for Cosmopolitan, wearing designer dresses by Gucci, Blumarine, Stella McCartney and Elizabeth and James. Of course, our magpie eye was also drawn to the jewellery she was wearing by the likes of Hearts on Fire, Carolina Bucci, Simon G and Sutra. But ever the footwear fanatics, it was her feet we were focused on.
Her shoes are the so-called Olympia style by Gucci and we love the gladiatorial glamour they evoke. They add a tough edge to her floaty dresses are very Ellie. And even better, unlike most of the couture creations on the pages of Cosmo, if you're feeling flush, you can actually buy these shoes at Flannels now (click right).
Want to emulate Ellie on a budget? Missguided, New Look and River Island have all got great matches, or Jimmy Choo's Damsen shoes are a slightly more subtle take on the trend.

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Downsize your style with a tiny tote by Balenciaga

Congratulations to Rachel Stevens who has given birth to a mini-me daughter called... Minnie, of course!
And we're sensing a bit of a theme, because Rachel's bag here is the much-coveted Balenciaga City tote. Well, a tiny version of it.
The so-called City studded style must be the most toted bag of the season and we've spotted it in all shapes and shades on countless celebrities. Rachel's not going to be able to squeeze all the necessary nappies in here, and it isn't exactly a bargain buy, but it is totally timeless and will literally go with every ensemble.
Unfortunately, mini designer bags don't come with price tags that match their size. But if you've got a nice big budget you can buy this one now by clicking (right) to Matches.
Tired of your oversized tote? Then why not try one of our top high street finds to lighten your load. We love Boohoo's bargain buy, or this Call It Spring style is very season appropriate.

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Step out in Dannii Minogue's platform heels by Saint Laurent

Dannii Minogue is a person of diminuitive stature. She's a super cute, tiny Australian beauty just like her sister.
And like Kylie, she knows how to dress her body to the most flattering effect. Firstly, stick to a mini length in dresses and skirts. This ensures you make the most of your legs and don't swamp your small frame with swathes of fabric that will only make you look shorter. This print wrap dress on Dannii is the perfect example. It's mini but the sleeves keep it demure enough for dinner with your boyfriend's parents.
Secondly, whenever possible wear skyscraper heels that will add some extra inches. Dannii knows this only too well and so not only opted for high heels with this look but went for vertiginous platforms. They're the classic Saint Laurent Tribute style and in this bold blue they contrast perfectly with the multi coloured print of the dress.
Click the link (right) to buy these true blues now at Farfetch. They'll look great with skinnies as well as more dressed up looks like Dannii's. And of course they'll add supermodel proportions.

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Cement your style credentials with the latest 'it' bag

Another day another Kardashian designer buy. This time however, it’s not Kim, Khloe, Kendall or even Kyle who’s leading the way in the style stakes, but matriarch and head of the pack Kris. Sporting a chic monochrome ensemble the 58-year-old accented her look with Chanel’s sought-after graffiti backpack.
Owned by the like of Cara Delevingne, Rihanna and Miley Cyrus, this eye-catching accessory has become the must-have back of the season. Sadly, coming in at well over £2000, you will be needing Kardashian sized budget to even consider investing in one. What’s more, you will need to pop into one of the French brand’s many stores to pick it up in person.

Luckily the high street has cottoned on to this urban trend and created some super cool alternatives to keep us ticking over until we're rich and famous. Check out ASOS' vast collection of printed backpacks to find your perfect style, and don't be afraid to shop in the menswear section either, that is where the best ones are usually hiding!

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Go starry eyed in Helena's night sky inspired sweater

Helena Christensen had stars in her eyes in New York!
The supermodel, who's currently the face of lingerie label Triumph, was spotted looking layered up in a slouchy cardigan, candy jeans and a star print sweater.
With hearts last season, polkadots for Spring and now star prints, it seems kitsch prints are having a fashion moment. But it's not all razzle dazzle - this season star prints have been used to give sporty separates just like Helena's sweater a feminine spin.
They're great to team with jeans a la Helena, but we'll be wearing ours with a block colour skirt and adding statement heels.
No need to skip all the way to NYC to get Helena's look, as star sweaters have shone down on UK shores, too!
Check out our hot pick of the high street's best star jumpers, from celeb fave Chinti & Parker, to Zoe Karssen, River Island and Banjo & Matilda.
To infinity, and beyond

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Khloe Kardashian shows off her newly slimmed down figure in white skinny jeans while filming reality show in Los Angeles

Khloe Kardashian rocked a pair of white Frame Denim jeans that showcased her newly svelte figure while filming her reality show in Los Angeles on Tuesday.
The 29-year-old television personality looked slim and trim in the all-white ensemble which included a long-sleeve numbered top with '77' on it.
Khloe wore her long ombre locks down in loose waves around her shoulders.

The fan favourite added to her statuesque frame with a pair of black Christian Louboutin high heels.
Khloe added a pop of colour with shiny pink lip gloss and accessorised with a large black sunglasses.
The star reportedly lost 30lbs in recent months with the help of a healthy diet and regular workouts and showed the results in her all-white ensemble.

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Helen Flanagan looks demure in a polka dot tea dress on date with footballer beau Scott Sinclair... after admitting she won't rule out a return to Corrie

She is known for her stunning looks and fabulous figure, among other attributes.
And, refusing to let the side down, Helen Flanagan dressed to impress in a flirty thigh-skimming dress as she walked hand-in-hand with her footballer beau, Scott Sinclair.
Looking resplendent in the flirty black and white affair, the former Coronation Street star seemed chatty and relaxed as she ambled along the streets of London with Scott after an intimate meal at STK steak house.

Date night: Helen Flanagan wowed in a pretty polka dot dress beside boyfriend Scott Sinclair after the pair enjoyed an intimate meal at STK restaurant in London

She has revealed she and Scott will try for a baby this summer and that she'd consider returning to Corrie once she has got chapter of hr life underway.
Wearing a loose dusting of make-up and a smear of rouge, the 23-year-old teetered around in pretty snake skin sandals as Scott strode determinedly along.
Meanwhile, the 24-year-old footballer cut a casual smart figure as he clasped her hand in a green polo neck, wool jacket and jeans on Saturday.
Despite always appearing flawless, the former I'm A Celebrity star has revealed she was periodically plagued with acne for seven of her formative years.

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Kourtney Kardashian skirts past a convenience store on her way to meeting sister Kim

Kourtney Kardashian was looking playful and chic when she stopped by a convenience store in LA on Tuesday.
Heading to her car a light gust of wind caught her floral skirt causing Kourtney to almost have a 'Marilyn moment' like the famous scene from Monroe's classic movie The Seven Year Itch.
Teaming the spring-ready floral skirt with a more business like striped top, Kourtney was ready for business and pleasure as she headed off to meet sister Kim at a political fundraising event.

Kourtney would afterwards meet up not only with sister Kim but also Nicole Richie, Rivka Sophia Rossi and Hayden Slater.
They were hosting Marianne Williamson, Independent Candidate for Congress, CA 22 event at Kayne Griffin Corcoran Gallery.
While 34-year-old Kourtney looked cheerful in her floral skirt, striped top and coordinated flowery heels, Kim pouted in her all black ensemble.

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Kaley Cuoco showcases her enviably svelte bikini body and a new tattoo as she celebrates three month anniversary with husband Ryan Sweeting

The Big Bang Theory actress Kaley Cuoco showed off her impressively toned bikini body while on a romantic break with her husband Ryan Sweeting.
Just days after revealing that she had a boob job at the age of 18, the blonde beauty looked gorgeous as she clung to an inflatable swan whilst lounging in a pool.
The image was shared to fans online by her doting spouse, as the pair indulged in some family time with their pet dogs to celebrate their three month wedding anniversary.

Bikini babe: Ryan Sweeting prouldy shares Instagram picture of his wife Kaley Cuoco as she shows off her bikini body

Cause I'm happy: Kaley made it plain that she was content as she posted up a shot of her dogs jumping in the pool with the caption: 'BEST.DAY.EVER'

Another tattoo: Kaley revealed a new inking as she played on the inflatable swan

The 28-year-old revealed her flat abs and slender pins as she sat stride the inflatable in a simple black bikini.
With her wet hair slicked back and her face free of make-up, Kaley looked gorgeous as she jokingly pouted at the camera.
Also visible in the image was a previously unseen tattoo on Kaley's left ribcage.
This would be the actress' third tattoo as she got a Chinese symbol for faith etched onto her lower back when she was 17 and recently debuted the fact she has the Roman numerals of her wedding date (XII XXXI XIII) on her upper back.
As the pair celebrated their three months of wedded bliss, they were happy to share several photos with fans on their social media pages.
Kaley made it plain that she was happy and content as she posted up a shot of her dogs jumping in the pool with the caption: 'BEST.DAY.EVER'.

The 26-year-old athlete also proved to be a great, supportive husband as he picked up four copies of her Cosmo issue during a trip to the supermarket.

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Rihanna dismisses pregnancy rumours by displaying her washboard abs in a bra top for reunion with boyfriend Drake

She found herself at the centre of reports that she was expecting her first child last week.
But Rihanna has dismissed the pregnancy claims in the best way she knows how - by displaying her washboard abs.
The 26-year-old singer proved once and for all that she is not with child by wearing a white bra top which drew attention to her enviably flat stomach as she enjoyed a night out at The Supper Club in Hollywood on Tuesday night.
Rihanna's evening also saw her reunited with boyfriend Drake, after more than a week apart.

No bump here! Rihanna dismissed pregnancy rumours once and for all as she displayed her washboard abs on a night out at The Supper Club in Hollywood on Tuesday night

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Ms Dixon shows off her toned stomach in a cropped top and striped skirt at BGT launch

She only had daughter Azura five months ago.
But Alesha Dixon is already confident enough about her post-baby body to show it off in a cropped top and high-waisted skirt.
The 35-year-old star looked in incredible shape as she attended the press launch of Britain's Got Talent on Wednesday.

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Prosecutor tears into Pistorius as court is shown horrific picture of Reeva's gunshot head wound

A prosecutor demanded that Oscar Pistorius publicly 'take responsibility' for killing his girlfriend while telling him to look at a graphic image of the gunshot wound to Reeva Steenkamp's head.

Gerrie Nel said the model's skull 'exploded' when it was struck by one of four bullets that the double-amputee runner fired through a closed toilet door in his home last year.
The photograph showed a side view of the her head, with a mass of blood and human tissue on the back and upper parts. Her eyes were closed.

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Photos: Beyonce goes 'topless' for Out Magazine

In the May Power issue of  LGBT magazine, Out, Beyonce channels Hollywood sex symbol Marilyn Monroe and tackles the double standard between men & women regarding sexuality, telling the mag,

"There is a double standard when it comes to sexuality that still persists. Men are free and women are not. That is crazy."

"You can be a businesswoman, a mother, an artist, and a feminist - whatever you want to be - and still be a sexual being. There is unbelievable power in ownership and women should own their sexuality."

Beyonce's Out issue hits stands at the end of April. Continue to see the cover and another pic...

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Munachi Abii & Ifan Michael cover April issue of House of Maliq mag

House of Maliq Exclusive online magazine releases its cover/center spread for April 2014 issue, featuring the delectable beauty queen turned rap artist, Munachi Abii and the trailblazing media entrepreneur, publicist and fashion stylist, Ifan Ifeanyi Micheal

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Cossy Orjiakor claims she was robbed, sustained minor injuries...

Apparently this supposedly happened 2 days ago in the Orile area of Lagos. Don't like driving around that area, especially at night! Those guys will come and knock on your car window like they own it. First they gently ask you to wind down, when you refuse, they smash it..with other cars around sef..

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Femi Fani Kayode...and his visit to the Presidential Villa

One of the biggest critics of Pres. Jonathan and his government visited him at the Presidential Villa  yesterday Tuesday April 8th for a closed-door meeting.

Former Minister of Aviation Femi Fani Kayode, who recently criticized his party APC in an article titled 'APC and the strange dream of Muslim/Muslim Ticket, (where he revealed an alleged plan by some people in the party to foist a Muslim-Muslim presidential ticket on the party), refused to discuss why he went to see the president, telling the press...

"This is a presidential villa, the president is a president of Nigeria every single person in this country that is a Nigerian is entitled to come here from time to time, when the doors are open to come and pay their respect to the wonderful people that are here. As a Nigerian I have done that today and I’m delighted to be here."

Oh now they are wonderful people? Lol. Biko continue...

"I have always believed that every Nigerian regardless of the side of the political divide they belong, and as a Nigerian myself I have believed that we disagree on an issue from time to time. The most important thing is for us to be able to resolve these issues and come together to move this country forward. And I think every right thinking responsible person should be able to do that. They should also be able to come to the villa from time to time to see how they can help to move the country forward." Fani Kayode said

 On if he is leaving APC, Femi Fani-Kayode said

“The step that I will take will be made known to Nigerians at the right time. The most important thing, and I think you are fully aware of this, is that I cannot and I will not be associated with a situation whereby any group of people is promoting a religion above another. I think all of us have gone past the stage of religious politics in this country. We must treat the Muslim community with utmost respect and we must that Christian community in the same way and even the non-religious”

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Overjoyed Miranda Kerr cuddles son Flynn after spending ONE WEEK away from him to promote shoes in Japan

Miranda Kerr spent a week away from her son Flynn to promote Reebok shoes in Japan.
So it's no wonder when she took her three-year-old out for a walk in New York City on Tuesday the 30-year-old looked overjoyed.

The model looked typically stylish in an all-blue ensemble, with her cute son - whose father is Orlando Bloom - dressed up in matching hues.

Fashionable mama! Miranda Kerr took she and Orlando Bloom's son Flynn for a wander in New York City on Tuesday looking happy and stylish in an array of chic blues

Miranda wore skinny blue jeans, accentuating her statuesque figure as she normally does with a sleek pair of heels, this time in a matching shade of blue suede.

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Ellie Goulding says she's single after 'realising she didn't need a guy' as she poses in racy sheer dress

Despite her confident stage persona and thriving career, Ellie Goulding has revealed that she used to put men before 'everything' else.
The singer said she regrets how she used to treat the opposite sex as she opens up about her past relationships in an interview with the May issue of Cosmopolitan.

'I [used to] put men on a pedestal. I decided to remedy that, and that’s why I’m single now', the 27-year-old said, after recently being linked with McFly star Dougie Poynter.

'Pedestal': Ellie Goulding has revealed that she regrets how she used to treat the opposite sex as she opens up about her past relationships in an interview with Cosmopolitan

'They’d be everything [but] I’ve realised I don’t need a guy. I’ve got amazing, awesome, stupid friends in the best way possible', she told the magazine.

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Kim Kardashian stretches her Spandex to the limit as she covers her bottom for gym trip

They must be the hardest working leggings in showbusiness.
Kim squeezed her famously curvy figure into a pair of Spandex workout pants as she headed to the gym on Tuesday.
While Kim's modest outfit was designed to be practical, it also revealed what is fast becoming her most talked about feature - her bottom.

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David takes fledging model Brooklyn, 15, for a father-son fitness session at the gym

He's already inherited his father's talent for fancy footwork on the football pitch and smouldering in front of the camera.
And it would seem that Brooklyn Beckham has also picked up dad David's penchant for staying in shape.
The sporty duo made the most of some quality time together on Tuesday morning by working up a sweat for a father-son studio cycling session at SoulCycle in Brentwood, California.

Working up a sweat: It would seem that Brooklyn Beckham has also picked up dad David's penchant for staying in shape, as well as his talent for fancy footwork on the pitch

Described as 'indoor cycling re-invented, with inspirational coaching, rockstar

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