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Friday, 16 May 2014

Jeremy Clarkson's wife Frances indulges in retail therapy amid reports she's divorcing him

She is reportedly in the midst of divorcing her husband of 21 years Jeremy Clarkson.

But on Thursday marriage woes seemed to be the last thing on Frances’ mind as she hit the shops in West London for a spot of retail therapy.

And judging by the haul of bags she had on her it was a successful trip – perhaps picking up some garbs for a new wardrobe to mark the start of her single life.

Shop till she drops: Jeremy Clarkson's estranged wife Frances was seen shopping in West London on Thursday

The 52-year-old, who had a healthy glow following a recent trip to Majorca, was dressed down for her shopping trip in a simple jeans and T-shirt – glamorised with a Vivienne Westwood handbag.

According to recent reports Frances and her TV presenter husband – who has been the centre of a number of work related scandals recently – have been leaving apart for three years.

However despite trying to stay together, last month Frances headed to Majorca with her best friend to ‘toast’ the end of her marriage.

A treat or two: Frances was carrying a number of shopping bags with her - after clearly picking up some nice items

'Apparently Francie had a really jolly boozy time because she is finally getting a divorce from Jeremy and she was celebrating that,' a source revealed.

'All her friends have been waiting for years for her to do it and she finally has.'

A source close to Clarkson denied the 54-year-old had divorced and stressed that he remained married to his wife for now. But when asked if he was 'getting divorced', the source replied: 'Getting [divorced] and divorced are different.'

If the couple do finalise their split, Frances would be in line for a large pay out because she also works as his manager and has been instrumental in building his career – and his £30million fortune.

Kimberley Garner is oblivious to controversy surrounding Beverly Hills Hotel as stars continue to protest owner Sultan of Brunei's anti-gay law

She cut a glamorous figure as she idled close to the iconic pink stucco walls that have turned the Beverly Hills Hotel into a Hollywood landmark during what has proved to be a prolonged stay in the United States.
But while Kimberley waited for a valet to arrive with her car, she appeared oblivious to growing controversy that surrounds the historic hotel and its current owner, the Sultan of Brunei.
Once a source inspiration for songwriters and go-to for A-list Hollywood stars, it has since become a source of protest and boycott over the Sultan’s decision to impose Sharia Law in Brunei, which would make it legal for homosexuals who live in his kingdom to be stoned.

What boycott? Former Made In Chelsea star Kimberley Garner appeared to be unaware of the controversy surrounding the Beverly Hills Hotel on Thursday

Celebrities including Ellen DeGeneres,Richard Branson and Jay Leno have been joining the call to boycott hotels owned by the Sultan, who heads the Dorchester Collection - which runs a chain of opulent hotels around the world.
Standing beneath its distinctive insignia on Thursday, Kimberley appeared to be untroubled while catching the eye in a light, breezy cream cocktail dress that showed off her nicely toned legs.

The blonde TV personality completed the look with a pair of striking gold and white peep-toe heels, while her make-up was, as always, subtle and tastefully applied.

Here she is: Kimberley Garner is a glamorous sight outside the historic Beverly Hills Hotel on Thursday

Looking good: The swimwear designer showed off a nicely toned body as she waited for her car in a breezy cream cocktail dress outside the hotel on Thursday

Lengthy star: Kimberley has enjoyed a prolonged visit to the United States having missed her flight back to the UK six weeks ago

Kimberley has been enjoying a prolonged stay in Southern California having missed her flight back to London six weeks ago.

Having fully embraced the LA lifestyle, she’s even compiled a blog that documents her current stay in America, where she’s been spending time catching up with close family friend Anulka – who she describes as her ‘LA Godmother.’

Kimberley, who is thought to be launching her swimwear range in the US, tweeted on Tuesday: 'It's crazy to think I came here for 1 week to go to #Coachella, missed my flight and six weeks later this is my LA home!

Just the ticket: The blonde designer was on form as she sashayed towards her car outside the Beverly Hills Hotel on Thursday

Sports Illustrated model Nina Agdal strips down to a skimpy colourful bikini

They are celebrating three decades in business.
And what better way for iconic surf wear label Mambo to ring in their birthday than to enlist stunning Sports Illustrated model Nina Agdal to star in their latest campaign.
The 22-year-old stripped down to her bikini to pose with Australian model and fashion blogger Caitlyn Paterson in Sydney earlier this week.

Beach babes: Sports Illustrated cover girl Nina Agdal stripped down to her bikini for famous surf wear brand Mambo alongside Australian model and fashion blogger Caitlyn Paterson in Sydney this week

Picture perfect: Danish beauty has been recruited as one of Mambo's newest faces for their 30th anniversary

In one shot, Nina pulled a quirky pose in a pair of novelty, pineapple shaped sunglasses.

The brand's newest recruit beamed from ear-to-ear as she pulled on a white cropped T-shirt especially created for the great Dane that read, 'If you like Nina Coladas Mambo'.

Although she hails from northern Europe, she looked as if she spent her whole life at the beach Down Under, as she showed off her incredibly tanned and toned physique.

Her makeup was kept natural with just a sweep of shimmer on her cheeks and a touch of lip gloss while her sun-kissed blonde tresses were left down and beach waved for the occasion.

Bottoms up: Nina and Caitlyn reveal exactly why they are bikini models

Flower power: Nina pulled on a white cropped T-shirt especially created for the great Dane that read, 'If you like Nina Coladas Mambo'

Danielle Armstrong slips into spray on jeans as she enjoys a night out with the girls in Essex

Essex girls are said to have a penchant for white stiletto shoes.

But Danielle Armstrong showed that it’s not white shoes but white jeans that are the firm favourite these days.

The 26-year-old slipped into her skintight pair and before heading out to favourite Essex haunt Sugar Hut, tweeted: ‘Typical Essex girls a bit of sun out and we all bust the white jeans #WhiteJeanCrew’.

Girls night out: Danielle Armstrong was seen heading to Sugar Hut on Thursday evening

Trim: The reality star showed off her slim figure in the tight jeans which she wore with a crop top

And it wasn’t just the TOWIE star who wore white jeans for her night out – a number of her girl pals also happened to be wearing similar pairs, perhaps keen to show off their tans.

Sharing a picture of her gang in their matching leg-wear, she wrote:’ Essex girls and there (sic) white jeans on.’

The star, who currently appears to be off again with her boyfriend James Lock, teamed her jeans with a red long sleeve crop top – showing off her tiny waist.

The gang: A couple of Danielle's girlfriends also wore white jeans for their night out

Making sure her look was coordinated she wore a pair of red and white heels sandals and accessorised with a Louis Vuitton handbag.

Danielle was clearly enjoying the weather as she tweeted during the day: ‘I love everyone and everything more when the suns out ☺☀’

The reality star celebrated her birthday at the beginning of this month and hinting that things were no longer on with her on/off boyfriend James – she partied with a group of girl pals instead.

Happy: Despite currently not being with her boyfriend James Lock, the star is loving life and looking forward to summer

Kelly Brook shows off ample cleavage on date with fiancé David McIntosh

She has had a very exciting few days in New York for the NBC presentation of her new show One Big Happy.

And on Thursday evening Kelly Brook got the chance to celebrate alongside her fiancé David McIntosh as she returned to the UK.

The couple were seen heading to celebrity hotspot of the moment – Chiltern Firehouse and to mark the occasion the model decided to show off her ample cleavage.

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She's back! Kelly Brook was seen at Chiltern Firehouse with David McIntosh on Thursday evening

The 34-year-old slipped in to a low-cut black dress covered in a pink rose pattern which was cinched in at the waist with a black band – making her waist look smaller than ever.

Looking unsurprisingly radiant due to her recent great news, the star smiled broadly with her light brown locks falling in waves around her shoulders.

Beside her fitness instructor David wore a pair of tight red jeans with a fitted blue shirt – keeping his muscles under wraps

Blooming lovely: Kelly looked sensational in a black dress low-cut dress that was covered in roses pattern

Kylie Minogue demonstrates her sexercise skills to Alan Carr in gold heels and a cute pantsuit covered in hearts

Australian superstar Kylie Minogue has been busy demonstrating her sexercise skills to Alan Carr wearing gold heels and a cute black pantsuit covered in love hearts.

The talk show host changed into a vest, underpants and red stilettos for the occasion.

Kylie, who turns 46 on May 28, used an exercise ball, as she did in her recent Sexercise video, to show off her racy moves. Soon after she was joined by some of her dancers for a full demonstration.

During her stay on Alan's sofa, Kylie was asked whether she would be returning to The Voice with the petite pop star announcing she would not be present for the next series of the show, but not ruling out returning after that. She also revealed that she now using Sydney as her home base.

That takes some balls: Kylie Minogue shows Alan Carr how to 'sexercise'

Balls up: Kylie causes Alan to have a wardrobe malfunction on his own show

Sitting pretty: Kylie shows Alan how to 'sexercise' in style

On a roll: Kylie and Alan get into some serious 'sexecising' on the show

EXCLUSIVE: Kim and Kanye's wedding to take place at 16th Century Florence fortress with a tragic history

It is the most hotly anticipated wedding of the year.

And now Mail Online can reveal that Kim Kardashian and Kanye West’s fairytale wedding will take place at a sixteenth century castle in Florence, with a dark history.

The pair will marry next weekend in front of 1000 guests at the famous Florentine landmark Forte Belvedere, Kanye’s close friend Italian fashion designer Ermanno Scervino has confirmed.

Mail Online can reveal that Kim Kardashian and Kanye West's fairytale wedding will take place at a sixteenth century castle in Florence, with a dark history

Wedding location: The pair will marry next weekend in front of 1000 guests at the famous Florentine landmark Forte Belvedere, Kanye's close friend Italian fashion designer Ermanno Scervino has confirmed

Castle: The venue, a fortress built for the ruling Medici family of Florence, is a spectacular setting for their nuptials

After a period of closure the fortress was finally reopened last year and Kanye has been hard at work organising the surprise wedding for third time bride Kim, Italian friends say

The venue has a tragic past - two young people fell from the ramparts in 2006 and 2008, prompting the authorities to close the venue

The venue, a fortress built for the ruling Medici family of Florence, is a spectacular setting for their nuptials.

The venue has a tragic past, however. Two young people fell from the ramparts in 2006 and 2008, prompting the authorities to close the venue.

It was finally reopened last year and Kanye has been hard at work organising the surprise wedding for third time bride Kim, Italian friends say.

The rapper has revealed he chose Florence because their daughter North was conceived there.

Kanye knows the city well because he has clothes for his label made in the city’s garment district and the couple holidayed there in 2012 to celebrate Kim’s 32nd birthday.

Kanye West reveals why he'll marry Kim Kardashian in the couple's secret favourite city Florence

For months Kim Kardashian and Kanye West looked set to exchange vows in France, even listing Paris as the wedding destination on their invite.

But after it emerged this week that the couple will actually say 'I do' in Florence, the rapper has revealed why the Italian city is so close to their heart.

Romantics: Kanye West, pictured earlier this month, and Kim Kardashian, pictured on Thursday, will wed in Florence, Italy

In an interview with Florence's La Nazione newspaper on Friday, the 36-year-old said: 'I adore Florence. I love Italy and the Italian lifestyle.

'To tell you the truth, I already came to the banks of the Arno [river] with Kim last year, just the two of us, incognito.'

He continued: 'I think that our daughter North was conceived here among the Renaissance masterpieces.

Here comes the bride: Kim is still in the US while her fiance has been staying in Italy

'It was our first honeymoon. It is one of the most beautiful cities in the world—for me the most beautiful in Europe.'

(The rapper took Kim on a tour of Italy for her 32nd birthday, visiting Florence in late October 2012 after stops in Rome and Venice.)

The groom made it clear he is feeling giddy ahead of the big day.

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Ciao baby: The rapper revealed the couple's daughter North was conceived in the Italian city

'[I'm] very happy,' he said. 'I am a romantic: for Mother’s Day I gave Kim a wall of flowers. Family is everything for me, the antidote to the pressure of fame. Family and creativity relax me. I am happy to create for my family.'

West has been staying in Florence and quietly studying with fashion designer Ermanno Scervino.

He said Kim, 33, inspires him and said they turn to each other for fashion advice.

'I consult her on elegance and what I wear,' he revealed. 'And she does the same for me. Today as a musician I like to dress in a less showy way than in the past.'

Where the magic happened: Kim and Kanye in Florence in late October 2012

He is working on his music too, adding: 'I am composing a whole album, Made in Florence.'

Mail Online exclusively revealed on Friday that the pair's fairytale wedding will take place at a sixteenth century castle in Florence, with a dark history.

The pair will marry next weekend in front of 1000 guests at the famous Florentine landmark Forte Belvedere, Scervino confirmed.

Castle: The venue, a fortress built for the ruling Medici family of Florence, is a spectacular setting for their nuptials

The venue, a fortress built for the ruling Medici family of Florence, is a spectacular setting for their nuptials.

The venue has a tragic past, however. Two young people fell from the ramparts in 2006 and 2008, prompting the authorities to close the venue.

It was finally reopened last year and Kanye has been hard at work organising the surprise wedding for second time bride Kim, Italian friends say.

That's amore: Kanye loves visiting the banks of the Arno river

Rosario Dawson shows off a drastic new hairstyle as she attends photo-call for The Captive at Cannes

er latest film is a hot contender for this year’s Palm d’Or, but it was a rather different looking Rosario Dawson who attended a promotional photo-call ahead of its official launch at the 67th annual Cannes Film Festival.

The 35-year-old actress joined co-stars Ryan Reynolds and Mireille Enos on the picturesque coastal town’s Promenade de la Croisette as they kicked off a publicity campaign on behalf of new film The Captive.

Sporting a two-piece ensemble with a highly distinctive print that appeared to take its cue from abstract art, rather than high fashion, Rosario was on form as she posed for photos on Thursday.

Standing out: Rosario Dawson attends a photo-call for new film The Captive at the 67th annual Cannes Film Festival on Thursday

But it was her high shave hairstyle, restricted to the left side of her head, that caught the eye – and the actress appeared keen to ensure it dominated by rakishly sweeping her otherwise long locks to the right.

The marginal buzz cut afforded her look an edgy flourish as spirited Rosario laughed and joked with her co-stars – in particular Mireille, with whom she playfully rubbed noses.

Rounding off her ensemble with a pair of chessboard print heels, the Kids actress was at her photogenic best, and she struck a series of sultry poses for cameramen after jetting into the French Riviera to promote her latest feature.

A close shave: The 35-year-old actress revealed a new hair style after arriving on the Croisette to promote her new film

New look: All eyes were on Rosario's high shave, rather than her distinctive ensemble, as she posed for photos at the promotional event on Thursday

Conchita Wurst reveals her joy at receiving floral bouquet from Sir Elton John following Eurovision triumph

Eurovision winner Conchita Wurst admits her Eurovision Song Contest triumph was rounded off in style when Sir Elton John sent a bouquet in recognition of her win.

The ‘bearded lady’ drag artist revealed she found the floral arrangement from the singer and his partner, David Furnish, in her dressing room as she recorded an interview for the Graham Norton show, to be aired on Friday evening.

The Austrian, whose real name is Tom Neuwirth, said of her dressing room bouquet: ‘The card read, 'we love you, Elton and David'.’

Opening up: Eurovision Song Contest winner Conchita Wurst admits she was stunned when Sir Elton John sent her a bouquet of flowers in recognition of her win last Saturday

He also told the Irish presenter that she received a message from supserstar Cher.

‘I was so excited to receive the tweet, which said, 'darling you deserve a lovelier name and better wig'. Cher, THE Cher, tweeted me,’’ she revealed.

Wurst later shared her hope of hosting the contest next year when it is staged in Vienna, although for the immediate future she plans to take her time figuring out what to do next.

Centre stage: Conchita shared the sofa with actress Kirsten Dunst, comedienne Dawn French and survivalist Bear Grylls

Special moment: Wurst said she was contacted by music legends Sir Elton John and Cher in the wake of her Eurovision Song Contest triumph

Michelle Mone wakes up the morning after the Butterfly Ball with her glamorous gown still on

The Cauldwell Children's Butterfly Ball at the Grosvenor House hotel on Thursday was a night filled with glamour and, sadly, for Michelle Mone, something of an epic wardrobe malfunction too.

The Ultimo underwear tycoon, 42, tweeted a photo on Friday morning that was taken the previous evening where she required help to get into her evening gown, having already posted 'can't get into my dress' before the event.

The only trouble was, once Michelle was in her dress she found that she couldn't get out of it either.

'Ok so this lady hooked me into my dress,' she posted to her 545,000 followers, 'Got home at 2am couldn't get the thing off, woke up & its still on hehe #help.

Pulling it together: Michelle Mone gets a helping hand to get into her Butterfly Ball outfit on Thursday night

Swimming in sequins: Michelle's gorgeous gown almost seemed to be inspired by The Little Mermaid

Michelle's outfit for the Butterfly Ball almost appeared to be inspired by Disney's The Little Mermaid.

With plenty of dazzling gold sequins for the top, the skirt part of the outfit was a floor-touching soft turquoise colour that flowed beautifully, accentuating Michelle's long blonde locks.

Keeping her jewellery to a matching gold theme for both wrists and her earrings, Michelle carried a gold clutch and wore what appeared to be gold open toe gold sandal heels to finish her shimmering look for the night.

Tweeting for help: Michelle posted about her dress predicament on Friday morning

Mother-of-three Michelle lost six stone in the run up to splitting with her husband of 20 years Michael in 2010.

The following year they announced their separation in 2011 and divorced in January last year. Months later, Michelle claimed he had cheated on her with an Ultimo designer, which Michael denied.

The pair had founded their lingerie firm from a spare bedroom in 1996 and launched the first Ultimo bra in 1999.

Lydia Bright gets extremely burnt on the beach during relaxing break in Cape Verde

She is not exactly known for her effective use of sun tan lotion.

And once again TOWIE star Lydia Bright managed to get herself extremely burnt as she enjoyed a beach break in Cape Verde with her sister Georgia.

The 24-year-old star wowed in a miss-matched string bikini on the sand as she showed off her toned body.

She's sun it again: Lydia Bright managed to get herself extremely burnt as she enjoyed a beach break in Cape Verde with her sister Georgia

Brunette beauty: The 24-year-old star wowed in a miss-matched string bikini on the sand as she showed off her toned body