Do monochrome in May in Michelle's stylish check trousers

Michelle Keegan is one of our favourite high street style icons so it seems totally approriate that she should be involved in the High Street Fashion Awards on the Lorraine show.
And didn't she come up with a fabulous look for her appearance on screen today. The actress went for a cool monochrome look that only backed up her sartorial credentials. The blouse with oversized pockets is tres chic but it's those stand out trousers that have really caught our fashion obsessed eye.
These check print beauties are by Six Ames and they feature in the Danish concept store NORR which can be found exclusively at House of Fraser. We love the on trend print and of course monochrome is still a big look for SS14 thanks to designers like Balmain, Alexander Wang and Victoria Beckham.
Click the link (right) to buy Michelle's trousers now. Then style them like the Corrie girl with coordinated heels. Why not try a silk camisole for an evening take on the look or cosy up with a soft cashmere knit for colder days.

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Look lovely in lace like Liz Hurley

It might not be a wardrobe dilemma that occurs very often, but what does one wear to dinner with your ex-boyfriend and new man?
When talking about Liz Hurley and Hugh Grant, it's hard not to think about THAT Versace safety pin dress that she wore back in 1994 to the premiere of Four Weddings and a Funeral. And although this dress couldn't be more different, she got it right when she kept things pretty and demure in this blush lace number, which she paired with nude and gold lace up heels.
As well as dinner with your ex, this dress would be perfect for a summer wedding. It's by Adrianna Papell, an American brand who specialises in grown-up glamour and we love the eyelash lace, square neck and zip back.
Although Liz's blush option isn't available to buy on this side of the pond, you can get the navy version at House of Fraser by clicking (right) now, where it's even now half price. Or think pink in your pick of our hot high street finds from the edit below.

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Solve your mid-season coat woes with Lucy's Oasis number

As much as we’d like it to be summer already, the weather’s not quite there yet. You never really know what you're going to be faced with when you walk outside the door in the morning!
Lucy Meck was therefore wise to cover her flirty yellow dress with a monochrome jacquard coat from Oasis on her way to Billie Faiers baby shower today.
Lucy’s fellow TOWIE alumni Lauren Pope and Mollie from the Saturdays and have been spotted in the very same jacket, and it’s easy to see why. It’s a lightweight, stylish option that will keep you the perfect temperature throughout this temperamental weather, come rain or shine. Plus, bring a large tote like Lucy and you can easily carry it around if you’re faced with high temperatures unexpectedly!
Click right to get Lucy’s coat now, it will look great at any event, from a formal wedding to a casual lunch. Alternatively, we’ve picked four similar monochrome jacquard coats for our edit below. They’ll work for now until the sun comes out, plus add a layer or two underneath, and, ta-da! You've now got your winter coat sorted too!

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Find a happy medium in Victoria's slogan T-shirt

We might be more used to seeing her pouting and posing than flashing her pearly whites, but that doesn't mean Victoria Beckham is grumpy.
She showed her happy side in this slogan T-shirt, which is by Textile Elizabeth and James. Design duo Mary Kate and Ashley Olsen's clothing empire is going from strength to strength right now, and Textile is their collection of casual cool wardrobe essentials. It's already been worn by an eclectic mix of people, from Miley Cyrus and Carmen Electra to Kristen Stewart and Kendall Jenner. And now they can add Mrs. Beckham to that list!
This has to be the easiest way to buy into VB's look. Whilst one of the pencil dresses she designs might set you back thousands, this T-shirt can be yours for just over £50. Click (right) to Shopbop now, then team yours with tailored trousers and heels to make like Victoria. It’s also available in options such as Karma, Brooklyn (appropriate!) and Brave so you can take your pick.
But if you want to keep things cheap and cheerful, there are plenty of options on the high street, as featured in the edit below. Happy shopping!

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Add a pop of colour to your workout wardrobe

Just like her BFFs Lucy Meck and Sam Faiers, Ferne McCann has a flawless body, and from her Twitter feed it would appear that she works on it a lot. She’s definitely inspiring us to get our summer bods into shape in these photos!
We’re loving the simplicity of Ferne’s workout outfit with and its black and yellow colour scheme. Her workout leggings are from Forever 21 and they’re a bargain at £16.75.
A girl can never have too many workout leggings in her wardrobe, and these ones are nice and plain with just a pop of colour on the waistband – meaning the legs still look slim and they go with anything thanks to the dark colour, but they’re not just a boring black. Click right to get them now, and if yellow's not your thing have a shop around to find the right colour for you!
Alternatively, we’ve picked four colour block leggings in different colours and lengths below. George at Asda's offering are a no-brainer at £8, and ASOS’s blue and white number are chic enough to wear outside the gym. As any fashionista knows, sportswear is no longer just for working out, it’s on trend for any occasion! Get shopping now!

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At £450,000 the ring that says George is serious this time

It is a stunning declaration of love that would put a sparkle into any girl’s eyes.
As this first picture of Amal Alamuddin’s seven-carat diamond and platinum engagement ring shows, when George Clooney finally made up his mind to get married again he really meant it.
The 53-year-old US actor gave the ring – estimated to be worth around £450,000 – to British lawyer Miss Alamuddin, 36, when he proposed earlier this year.
The Hollywood star wooed his stunning fiancee with a string of flirty emails, it has today been reported.

George Clooney and Amal Alamuddin celebrate Rande Gerber's birthday in Santa Barbara, California, where she was pictured wearing her engagement ring

The Daily Mirror reports that Mr Clooney sent a tongue-in-cheek message to the lawyer after meeting her at a charity event, where she refused to take his number.
He reportedly sent her a jokey email suggesting that the 'reported hottest man in the world should meet with the hottest human rights lawyer in the world.'
Although she found the email amusing, she still made Clooney wait a few days for a reply, a friend told the paper.
She was pictured wearing the ring at a party recently where Clooney couldn’t have looked happier to be part of a couple.
He was married from 1989 to 1993 and later, despite a string of girlfriends, claimed he was not the marrying type.
As they sipped champagne to toast the birthday of his friend, businessman Rande Gerber, 52, Miss Alamuddin stroked the back of Clooney’s head.
She showed off the seven-carat diamond ring he presented her with when he proposed earlier this year.
Miss Alamuddin, 36, is a British humanitarian lawyer and was once voted the ‘hottest barrister in London’. Her clients have included Wikileaks founder Julian Assange.

As they sipped champagne to toast the birthday of his friend, businessman Rande Gerber, 52, Miss Alamuddin stroked the back of Clooney's head. She showed off the seven-carat diamond ring he presented her with when he proposed earlier this year

Miss Alamuddin, 36, is a British humanitarian lawyer and was once voted the 'hottest barrister in London'. Her clients have included Wikileaks founder Julian Assange

George Clooney and Amal Alamuddin on a double date

She and Clooney have enjoyed a string of exotic holidays together in the past seven months.
She comes from a prominent intellectual Lebanese family who fled war-torn Beirut when she was a child and settled in a large modern house in Buckinghamshire.
Her mother, Baria, was a noted beauty when she was younger - a Liz Taylor of Lebanon, by all accounts.
Her father, Ramzi, is a retired professor of business studies at the American University of Beirut.
Clooney was married to actress Talia Balsam from 1989 to 1993.
Since then he has said that although he is not completely closed off to the idea of another wedding, he is not the marrying type.
Last December he told Esquire: ‘I haven’t had aspirations in that way, ever. I was married in 1989. I wasn’t very good at it.’
His previous girlfriends include British model Lisa Snowdon, former wrestler Stacy Keibler, cocktail waitress Sarah Larson, Italian actress Elisabetta Canalis and Baywatch star Krista Allen.

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Elsa Pataky cradles twin son to her chest during family stroll along the River Thames with husband Chris Hemsworth

hris Hemsworth, 30, and Elsa Pataky, 37, may be new parents to twin boys.

But that hasn't stopped the pair from enjoying a family day out with their three children.

The couple were spotted in London enjoying a meal and walk along the River Thames with their sons Tristan and Sasha and daughter India Rose on Saturday in London.

What a way to unwind! Chris Hemsworth and Elsa Pataky enjoyed a leisurely stroll along the River Thames in London with their children on Saturday

Pataky wore a slimming pair of jeans that accentuated her slender post-pregnancy shape.

She paired the jeans with a loose beige sweater and white trainers.

With one of her newborns slung inside a baby sling, Pataky appeared relaxed and content while walking alongside her handsome husband.

Hemsworth matched his wife's casual style with a snug grey T-shirt that showed off his chiseled arms.

Staying in step: The new parents bonded with their family while enjoying a day outdoors

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Kim Kardashian coos over baby North in heartwarming snap... as fiancé Kanye West gives her a WALL of flowers

She gave birth to her first child, little girl North, in June last year.

And Kim Kardashian seemed thrilled to celebrate her first Mother's Day with the tot on Sunday.

The 33-year-old is seen cuddling with her 10-month-old in a touching Instagram snap as she gushes about being her mom.

Her first Mother's Day! Kim Kardashian cuddles up to baby North in a heartwarming snap posted to Instagram on Sunday

'This little girl has changed my world in more ways than I ever could have imagined!' she captioned the black-and-white picture. 'Being a mom is the most rewarding feeling in the world! Happy Mothers Day to all of the moms out there!'.
The reality star is seen lying on her back on a plush white fur rug as she coos over her little girl, who rests her hands and feet on her famous mother.
The picture was likely taken on Saturday evening after Kim's bridal shower, as the brunette is seen wearing the same dress that she wore to the event.
North matches Kim with a white outfit of her own, a stylish babygrow with bows at the shoulders.
The pair appear to be in North's opulent nursery, with a giant giraffe and other stuffed toys visible in the background.

That's generous! Kim's fiance Kanye West gave her a wall of flowers to celebrate her first Mother's Day

Little princess! North is seen sitting in front of the wall of flowers wearing an adorable white dress 

Kim Kardashian showcases incredible wall of flowers

Meanwhile, Kim was pampered by fiance Kanye West, who gave her a wall of flowers to celebrate her first Mother's Day.
'I woke up to a wall of roses, hydrangeas and peonies!!! I have the best fiancé in the world! I love you so much baby!!!! #HappyMothersDay,' Kim captioned the Instagram snap.
The picture shows a large square of pale pink, white and light green blooms positioned outside on a lawn.

Touching: Kim's fiance Kanye West paid a touching tribute to his mother Donda West, who died following plastic surgery complications in 2008

Kanye West posts sweet instagram video dedicated to his mum

'One of my life's biggest blessings!' Kim's mother Kris Jenner posted a snap of herself with her mother Mary Jo Campbell, smiling alongside one another in a photo booth

'Best son in the universe!' Kris also posted a series of pictures of flowers she received from her children, including this bouquet from son Rob

'I love you so much!' This bunch of pink blooms was from Khloe

Still special: Kris even received flowers from her estranged husband Bruce

Other members of the Kardashian-Jenner clan also paid tribute to their mothers on the special day.
Kim's mother Kris Jenner posted a snap of herself with mom Mary Jo Campbell, smiling alongside one another in a photo booth.
'Happy Mothers Day to my Mommy M.J.!!!!! Thank you for loving me unconditionally. One of my life's biggest blessings and loves is having you as my Mom. I love you so much!!!'.

Throwback: Kendall Jenner in turn wished mother Kris a happy Mother's Day with a sweet throwback snap

All the girls! Khloe posted a throwback snap of her, Kim, Kourtney, mother Kri and grandmother Mary Jo on Mother's Day

Kendall Jenner in turn wished Kris a happy Mother's Day with a sweet throwback snap.
The now 18-year-old sits on Kris' lap in what looks like an old family portrait.
'Happy Mother's Day momma! wish I was home to spend the day with you!', Kendall wrote in the caption.

Wedding bells! Kim looked ravishing in a white dress as she arrived at her bridal shower in Beverly Hills on Sunday

Flower power! Meanwhile, Kim's ex-boyfriend Reggie Bush treated his fiance Lilit Avagyan to a beautiful bouquet of blooms as they celebrated Mother's Day together

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Madonna shares sweet snaps of her children on Mother's Day

She's known for her energetic stage performances and raunchy outfits. 

So it's nice to see that Madonna winds down just like the rest of us - with a nice hot bubble bath.

The 55-year-old shared a snap of herself enjoying a soak in the tub on Mothering Sunday, writing: 'The perfect end to a perfect day. #livingforlove'

'The perfect end to a perfect day!' Madonna shared an Instagram snap of herself enjoying a bubble bath on Mother's Day

With her trademark blonde locks twisted up into a topknot, Madonna revealed a glimpse of skin as she rested her head on the side of the bath.

Surrounded by candles and a bunch of white flowers, she seemed to be taking her relaxation time very seriously indeed.

Earlier in the day, she shared Instagram pictures of her four children to celebrate Mother's Day.

The Give Me All Your Luvin' singer posted two photographs of her daughter Mercy and son David, playing on the grass with their dog Olga.

Happy Mother's Day! Madonna shared photographs of her children, Mercy, 7, and David, 8, with their dog Olga

Family fun! The two children played on the grass as their doting mother captured the moment

'Olga says HAPPY-MOTHERS DAY too! #livingforlove,' the singer captioned the snap.

Her hair in braids, Mercy smiled shyly as her brother held up the black and white French Bulldog. 

Wearing a striped T-shirt adorned with pink flowers, a red Kabbalah bracelet was visible at her wrist.

Madonna also shared a black and white flashback photo of herself with 13-year-old son Rocco, who is her son from her marriage to British film director Guy Ritchie.  

'One Lucky Mother!' Madonna also shared a flashback photo of herself with 13-year-old son Rocco

Star in the making: Madonna shared a beautiful portrait of Mercy as she celebrated her family

In another portrait, beautiful Mercy stares from the frame, dressed in a shimmering blue top. 

On Saturday, the Queen Of Pop posted another flashback, this time of her daughter Lourdes.

Also known as Lola, the girl - who is now 17 - appears to be at the beach and wearing a red and gold headscarf. 

Yet another snap shows Madonna and David posing together in a touching portrait.

Despite her demanding career, Madonna maintains a close relationship with her children and is regularly seen accompanying her whole brood to Kabbalah services in New York.

They grow up so fast!On Saturday the Queen Of Pop posted a flashback picture of her daughter Lourdes, known as Lola

He'll be a heart breaker: Madonna and David posed together in a touching portrait

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Ariana Grande goes for effortless Sixties chic in a white sequin minidress and thigh-high boots at New York carnival

She was making her mark on stage in honour of Born Free Africa, which campaigns to end the transmission of HIV from mothers to their children.
And Ariana Grande ensured all eyes were well and truly on her as she donned a sexy retro-inspired outfit at the Mother's Day Family Carnival on Sunday.

The 20-year-old singer paraded her slim figure in a crochet minidress and PVC platform boots as she performed on stage at the Hudson River Park Pier in New York.

Pure white: Ariana Grande dons a cheeky thigh-high minidress and boots as she performs at the Born Free Mother's Day Carnival, at Hudson River Park Pier, in New York, on Sunday

Strutting around on stage, and tossing her long locks in the afternoon sunshine, Ariana's performance was received to rapturous applause.

The singer herself was clearly delighted at the enthusiastic welcome and took to twitter to express her gratitude writing: 'What an honour to sing and what an honor meeting Anna Wintour today. She is stunning & gracious.'

Indeed, Ariana has been touting something of a monochrome Sixties theme over the weekend opting for a crop top and high-waisted mini skirt at the Wango Tango concert, hosted by the Los Angeles-based radio station 102.7 KIIS FM.

Seal of approval: Vogue editor-in-chief Anna Wintour chats with Ariana backstage at the Born Free Africa Mother's Day Family Carnival and enthusiastically observes her change of Sixties outfit

Showing skin: Ariana Grande put her toned figure on display in a revealing mod ensemble as she performed at 102.7 KIIS FM's Wango Tango in Carson, California on Saturday

Made of PVC, the ensemble perfectly coordinated with her sexy boots, one black and one white.

For a playful vibe, Ariana let her straight locks flow down but pinned them on top.

And she donned minimal make-up, but sported cat-eye liner to go with her retro theme.

 

Sixties style: Ariana donned a retro-looking cropped top and mini skirt set, along with knee-high platform boots

But the Sam & Cat star didn't just impress with her clothing choices and proved she knows how to entertain a crowd by showing off her booty-shaking dance skills as she belted out her songs.

It was hosted by Ryan Seacrest and held at the Stubhub Centre in the Carson area of Los Angeles.

Major acts of the night included Christina Aguilera, Shakira, Iggy Azalea, Ed Sheeran and Calvin Harris.

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