Saturday, 31 May 2014

Rip it up in Heidi's classic Frame Denim jeans


Airport chic is hard to pull off, how to remain stylish while also needing to be comfortable on the flight and arrive fresh-faced is the style maven's eternal quandary. Luckily Heidi is on hand to provide the perfect dose of inspiration.
When it comes to off-duty style, the model set really does have the edge. From Miranda Kerr’s sleek designer vibe, to Kate Moss’ boho chic and Cara Delevingne androgynous urban feel, theirs is the look we’re all keen to steal.
And, as queen bee Heidi Klum prepared for yet another long haul flight with her boyfriend Vito Schanbel, she proved that the classic jeans and T-shirt combo is still very much a style winner. Teaming her Frame Denim ripped jeans with a simple black tee and oversized knitted cardigan, the 40-year-old kept the look casual with a pair of flip flops and classic aviator sunglasses.
So, if you're keen to rock this dress-down vibe, shop our pick of the best off-duty jeans before your next trip to the airport. We love Topshop's Daphine skinny jeans (below).
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Make a statement in a bright pink column gown


The statuesque South African beauty who has just announced she is expecting her first child with Prince Albert of Monaco looked resplendent at the Grand Prix last week in this fuchsia column gown by Swiss fashion label, Akris.

However as a column dress is definitely not the most forgiving when it comes to an expanding belly, we reckon she'd better make the most of it while she can. Especially as it cost over £2000!

A straight column can often look a bit boring but the asymmetric shoulder on Princess Charlene's version renders it just edgy enough ie not 'de trop' for someone who might be carrying the future king of Monaco. Or Queen. Can Monaco have a queen?

Anyway if you really mean business the Thakoon dress at Avenue 32 is a seriously amazing piece - a veritable bargain at half the price of the Akris. However the rest of us can take solace in the fact that we can get the royal look at Boohoo or Monki for just £8-£12.
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Suarez named in Uruguay's 23-man World Cup squad despite knee injury

Luis Suarez has been named in Uruguay's 23-man squad for Brazil despite suffering from a knee injury.
The Liverpool striker's World Cup was thrown into doubt after undergoing minor surgery a fortnight ago, but coach Oscar Tabarez knows the 27-year-old is pivotal to the Uruguay team.
It means the Premier League's top goalscorer could be back in time to face England on June 19.
Return: Luis Suarez could be back in time to face England for Uruguay on June 19 after being named
Return: Luis Suarez could be back in time to face England for Uruguay on June 19 after being named

Recovering: Suarez was spotted leaving hospital in a wheel chair after a 30-minute anthroscopic surgery
Recovering: Suarez was spotted leaving hospital in a wheel chair after a 30-minute anthroscopic surgery

URUGUAY WORLD CUP SQUAD

Goalkeepers: Fernando Muslera (Galatasaray), Martin Silva (Vasco da Gama), Rodrigo Munoz (Libertad)
Defenders: Maximiliano Pereira (Benfica), Diego Lugano (West Bromwich Albion), Diego Godin, Jose Maria Gimenez (both Atletico Madrid), Sebastian Coates (Liverpool), Martin Caceres (Juventus), Jorge Fucile (Porto)
Midfielders: Alvaro Gonzalez (Lazio), Alvaro Pereira (Sao Paulo), Walter Gargano (Parma), Egidio Arevalo Rios (Morelia), Diego Perez (Bologna), Cristian Rodriguez (Atletico Madrid), Gaston Ramirez (Southampton), Nicolas Lodeiro (Botafogo)
Forwards: Luis Suarez (Liverpool), Edinson Cavani (Paris St Germain), Abel Hernandez (Palermo), Diego Forlan (Cerezo Osaka), Christian Stuani (Espanyol)
The anthroscopic surgery lasted about 30 minutes, and it was thought the forward would be sidelined for at least two weeks.
There were claims Suarez sustained the injury on Liverpool's last game of the season, provoking online death threats to be sent to Newcastle's Paul Dummett from Uruguay fans.
But if Tabarez needs to rely on his back-up strikers, then he should have little worries.
Ex-Manchester United forward Diego Forlan and PSG striker Edinson Cavani have also been named, in what looks a frighteningly good mix up front for Uruguay.
Liverpool's Sebastian Coates, on loan at Nacional, was also picked for the final squad.
As was West Brom's Diego Lugano and Southampton's Gaston Ramirez.
Alejandro Silva and Sebastian Eguren have been dropped from his provisional squad.
Uruguay's first match comes against Costa Rica on June 15, before they face England in Sao Paolo four days later.
Fit? The surgery was said to keep Suarez out for at least two weeks but being named is a boost for Uruguay
Fit? The surgery was said to keep Suarez out for at least two weeks but being named is a boost for Uruguay
On the mend: Suarez will be pivotal to Uruguay's World Cup hopes, even with Edinson Cavani and Diego Forlan as back up
On the mend: Suarez will be pivotal to Uruguay's World Cup hopes, even with Edinson Cavani and Diego Forlan as back up
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Roma slap £50m price tag on Manchester City target Benatia

Roma have slapped a £50million price tag on in-demand defender Medhi Benatia.
The Morocco international has attracted interest from the likes of Barcelona and Chelsea - while Manchester City had a £16.5million offer rejected on Friday.
The Premier League champions are also interested in Porto's French defender Eliaquim Mangala, although he is believed to prefer a move to Chelsea.
Benatia has been fined by Roma for publicly criticising their latest contract offer, accusing the club of treating him 'like a child' after being offered what he considered an 'unacceptable' pay rise.
Priced out of the market? Roma have put a £50m price tag on Manchester City target Medhi Benatia
Priced out of the market? Roma have put a £50m price tag on Manchester City target Medhi Benatia

However, club director Walter Sabatini insists the 27-year-old will not be allowed to leave for less than 61million Euros (£50million).
Speaking on Roma's official website, Sabatini said: 'Mehdi is a great player with a contract that expires in four years' time. We have no problem with him.
Target: Medhi Benatia
Target: Eliaquim Mangala
Case for the defence: City have shown interest in Medhi Benatia (L) and Eliaquim Mangala (R)

'Perhaps he slipped up with a few comments or words but he didn't intend to distance himself from Roma or the fans. He mentioned broken promises. That's not exactly how it went. It's true that when he signed for Roma he turned down other offers that were higher than ours.
'I said to him: 'You try and play like Benatia and we'll give you an improved contract.' We offered him an increase -- although there was no obligation for us to do so -- and we didn't agree on the amount, but he didn't mean to describe it as 'ridiculous.' He's speaking a language that's not his own -- you can't slaughter him for it.'
Blues in the red: City won the Premier League but will have their spending restricted by FFP regulations
Blues in the red: City won the Premier League but will have their spending restricted by FFP regulations

Sabatini stressed that Benatia would stay at Roma and accused the player's agent, Moussa Sissoko, of creating problems.
'I'd like to remind this man that 30 million is the price I believe Benatia's weak foot to be worth, his left. His right foot is worth at least a million more. So you do the maths.'
'As I've said, the player is not for sale, but if his agent wants to speculate on a price for him, then any clubs who are interested should consider him to be worth 61 million.
'If someone were to offer that amount, then I don't think I could guarantee that he would stay 100 percent.'
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Lily Allen slams Katie Hopkins after she calls her a 'short-a**e' following topless video

Lily Allen attacked Katie Hopkins in a series of angry tweets this week in the wake of her topless Instagram video.
The Sheezus singer took to the social networking site to vent her anger after the former Apprentice star labelled her a 'short-a**e mother in big pants'.
The 39-year-old wrote the harsh remarks, which were later tweeted by a magazine, in her column for The Sun after Lily, 29, posted a clip of herself dancing in Spanx underwear.
Seeing red: Lily Allen, pictured last week, attacked Katie Hopkins in a series of angry tweets this week in the wake of her topless Instagram video
Seeing red: Lily Allen, pictured last week, attacked Katie Hopkins in a series of angry tweets this week in the wake of her topless Instagram video
  

Oh Sheezus: The star's first message said what had been written was 'unnecessary'
Oh Sheezus: The star's first message said what had been written was 'unnecessary'


Lily wrote: '@OK_Magazine @KTHopkins honestly defines unnecessary, as does this article, as does your magazine. Both everything that's wrong with humanity.
'Fat-shaming, woman-hating, moral high ground f***tards. Just stop your pathetic existence, you do nothing... for anyone srlsy', she added.
The mother-of-two launched a further attack on the columnist, relaying an incident in which Katie was photographed naked during a romantic encounter in a field.
Causing trouble: The Sheezus singer took to the site to vent her anger after the former Apprentice star labelled her a 'short-a**e mother in big pants'
Causing trouble: The Sheezus singer took to the site to vent her anger after the former Apprentice star labelled her a 'short-a**e mother in big pants'
Second round: In the clip Lily shimmied around to Drake's Started From The Bottom in her dressing room wearing nothing but a huge pair of pants
Second round: In the clip Lily shimmied around to Drake's Started From The Bottom in her dressing room wearing nothing but a huge pair of pants

Daring: The 39-year-old wrote the remarks, which were tweeted by a magazine, in her column for The Sun after Lily, 29, posted a clip of herself dancing in Spanx underwear (pictured)
Daring: The 39-year-old wrote the remarks, which were tweeted by a magazine, in her column for The Sun after Lily, 29, posted a clip of herself dancing in Spanx underwear (pictured)


She wrote: '@KThopkins tipping off the paps that you'll be f*****g someone in a field = unnecessary, also deluded and self important #begone.'
To which she got a reply: 'But least I didn't film myself doing it and I had someone else to hold my a**e in for me.'
Lily continued: '@KTHopkins sure, I bet those paps were just hanging out in some suburban field and happened to stumble upon your 'romp'.'


Back-and-forth: Lily wrote: '@OK_Magazine @KTHopkins honestly defines unnecessary, as does this article, as does your magazine. Both everything that's wrong with humanity'
Back-and-forth: Lily wrote: '@OK_Magazine @KTHopkins honestly defines unnecessary, as does this article, as does your magazine. Both everything that's wrong with humanity'



Biting back: Katie hit back at Lily after mentioning the incident
Biting back: Katie hit back at Lily after mentioning the incident

'Romp': The star continued to poke fun at the incident
'Romp': The star continued to poke fun at the incident
Katie then shared a photo of Lily holding her breasts, with the caption: 'Field or no field, least I have someone to hold my boobs for me @lilyallen PS your kids asked who was in this photo.'
The final message from Lily read: '@KTHopkins stay classy babe.'
It isn't the first time the pair have become involved in a bitter Twitter feud.
They previously battled it out on Twitter after Katie attacked the singer for putting on weight following a miscarriage earlier this year.
The posts came just hours before Lily was spotted leaving London's Chiltern Firehouse looking slim in black leggings and a grey T-Shirt.


Revenge: The mother-of-two, pcitured just hours after the spat, launched a further attack on the columnist, relaying an incident in which Katie was photographed naked during a romantic encounter in a field
Revenge: The mother-of-two, pcitured just hours after the spat, launched a further attack on the columnist, relaying an incident in which Katie was photographed naked during a romantic encounter in a field
The end: The final message from Lily read: '@KTHopkins stay classy babe', which arrived in reply to the above
The end: The final message from Lily read: '@KTHopkins stay classy babe', which arrived in reply to the above
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Prince William as he meets the England team in the dressing room to wish them World Cup luck

He may have been just another one of the thousands screaming from the stands as England thrashed Peru three goals to nil.
But Prince William couldn't resist making a trip down to the Wembley dressing room at full time to pass on his personal congratulations.
Greeting the exhausted and towel-clad victors, the Duke also wished them luck for the fast-approaching World Cup.
Casual: The prince caught goal-scorer Gary Cahill half dressed after the match to pass on his congratulations
Casual: The prince caught goal-scorer Gary Cahill half dressed after the match to pass on his congratulations

Discussions: He had lengthy chats with every member of the 23-man squad, including captain Steven Gerrard
Discussions: He had lengthy chats with every member of the 23-man squad, including captain Steven Gerrard
Royal approval: Prince William (right) talks to Wayne Rooney (left) and Daniel Sturridge (centre) at Wembley
Royal approval: Prince William (right) talks to Wayne Rooney (left) and Daniel Sturridge (centre) at Wembley

William, who is president of the Football Association (FA), spent time with each player in the 23-man squad discussing the match and what's in store for Rio.
They have just two more warm up matches to go - against Ecuador and Honduras in Miami - before the tournament begins.
After sailing past Peru - with no injuries - spirits in the dressing room were high.
William has been keenly following the squad's preparations, which Jack Wilshere (seated) described to him
William has been keenly following the squad's preparations, which Jack Wilshere (seated) described to him


One of the lads: He may have been in a suit, but William looked right at home joking with Frank Lampard
One of the lads: He may have been in a suit, but William looked right at home joking with Frank Lampard

Pep talk: William, president of the FA, passed on his best to Jordan Henderson for their next two friendlies
Pep talk: William, president of the FA, passed on his best to Jordan Henderson for their next two friendlies

The prince caught with goal-scorers Daniel Sturridge and Gary Cahill mid-undressing for a quick chat about the confidence boost they've given the side.
He also joked with Wayne Rooney, Frank Lampard, and the squad's captain Steven Gerrard before they had a debrief with manager Roy Hodgson.
Hodgson is doing his best to downplay any excitement surrounding England's hopes in Rio.

Post-match: England manager Roy Hodgson (left) chats with Prince William after the 3-0 win over Peru
Post-match: England manager Roy Hodgson (left) chats with Prince William after the 3-0 win over Peru
Content: Hodgson (left) was happy with England's performance but knows there is more work to be done
Content: Hodgson (left) was happy with England's performance but knows there is more work to be done

Applause: FA Chairman Greg Dyke (left) and Prince William (right) clap before kick-off at Wembley
Applause: FA Chairman Greg Dyke (left) and Prince William (right) clap before kick-off at Wembley
Precision: Daniel Sturridge (right) curls in England's opener against Peru as they prepare for the World Cup
Precision: Daniel Sturridge (right) curls in England's opener against Peru as they prepare for the World Cup
Power: Gary Cahill (front right) heads home England's second against Peru to give them a positive send-off
Power: Gary Cahill (front right) heads home England's second against Peru to give them a positive send-off
But he said it was 'really nice to see' William dropping down to give them a boost.
He said: 'He is an enormous supporter of the Football Association and the England team.
'I was happy that he came into a happy dressing room. It was really nice to see him. He had a long chat with the players and wished us all the best for Brazil.'
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Justin Bieber unveils new song Looking For You

He's been doing his best to stay out of trouble lately.
And although it looked as though he was up to no good, Justin Bieber was seen outside a recording studio on Thursday, working on his new album.
The same day the star unleashed his brand new song Looking For You, featuring rapper Migos.
Keeping his cool: Justin Bieber, 20, tries to stay out of trouble recording at a studio in LA on Thursday... as he unveils new song Looking For You
Keeping his cool: Justin Bieber, 20, tries to stay out of trouble recording at a studio in LA on Thursday... as he unveils new song Looking For You

Earlier this week, Justin's studio time was interrupted by a group of young female fans, who had camped out to see the singer.
However, after a while Justin decided to treat the fans with a kiss after climbing over a barrier to meet them.
Justin agreed to paparazzi requests to pose for pictures, but added: 'I just wanna say hi to my fans.'
Popular guy: Earlier this week, Justin's studio time was interrupted by a group of young female fans, who had camped out to see the singer
Popular guy: Earlier this week, Justin's studio time was interrupted by a group of young female fans, who had camped out to see the singer
The troubled star is said to be 'trying to be a better person' after a number of recent controversies, including being arrested for driving under the influence (DUI) and getting into altercations with members of the public for allegedly taking pictures of him.
And Justin, who donated $545,000 to AIDS/ HIV research at the amfAR's 21st Cinema Against AIDS Gala in Antibes, France last week, recently urged fans not to believe everything they read about him and insisted he wants to be a good person.
He tweeted: 'My mom raised me to be kind to others. I get judged, harassed, and I try to take the high road. Sometimes it isn't easy. But we keep trying.
'I will continue to be the man my mother raised. I love people and I will try to be kind even when things are not fair. Don't believe rumors. (sic)'
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Arsenal lead City and Chelsea in chase for Fabregas as Barca tell star he can leave for the right price

Arsenal have discussed the prospect of activating their buy-back option on Cesc Fabregas this summer as the midfielder prepares to leave Barcelona.
The Gunners have more urgent transfer business to address with the capture of a new right-back, defensive central midfielder and striker at the top of Arsene Wenger's shopping list.
But the idea of bringing Fabregas back to the Emirates Stadium is gathering pace behind-the-scenes at Arsenal, with the prospect of tabling an offer for the midfielder viewed as a realistic possibility.
Wanted man: Barcelona midfielder Cesc Fabregas' availability will interest Premier League clubs
Wanted man: Barcelona midfielder Cesc Fabregas' availability will interest Premier League clubs
Time to go: Barcelona coach has deemed Fabregas (pictured) surplus to requirements at the Nou Camp
Time to go: Barcelona coach has deemed Fabregas (pictured) surplus to requirements at the Nou Camp
Return? Fabregas (right) enjoyed eight successful seasons at Arsenal with Arsene Wenger (left)
Close: The Spain midfielder (right) enjoyed a good working relationship with Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger
Return? Fabregas (left and right) enjoyed a good working relationship with Arsene Wenger (left) at Arsenal



In selling Fabregas to Barcelona, the north London club secured a first-option clause on their former captain - though that can only be triggered upon the Spain international informing the Catalan club that he wants to leave.
It is also understood that the clause is set at a fixed price of £25million.
Barca chiefs are open to selling Fabregas, but, despite the clause, are determined to reclaim as much of the £35million spent on the 27-year-old as possible.
Arsenal believe that if Fabregas returns to the Premier League this summer, the Emirates Stadium is his preferred destination.
Manchester United are not believed to be interested in signing Fabregas this summer, despite the club's failed attempts to land him last summer.
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Robin Van Persie: I'd walk on fire for Van Gaal

The striker admits that he owes his coach for making him captain of the Dutch national side and says that Netherlands will "do something special" at the World Cup

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Robin van Persie says that he would "walk on fire" for Netherlands coach Louis van Gaal.







The 30-year-old will captain the Dutch national side at the World Cup this summer, while Van Gaal will leave Netherlands to take up his post as Manchester United manager after the tournament.

Van Persie has tipped the Oranje to "do something special" in Brazil and praised the coach's leadership.

"Van Gaal gave me all the confidence I can ask for. He made me the main striker, my favourite position, at last. He made me captain. I owe him something," Van Persie told The Blizzard.

"So I will be as sharp as a knife in Brazil. I will walk on fire for him if I have to – like the rest of the team.

"We have a lot of options. Our coach has a lot of choices over there. I think we are going to do something special."

Netherlands will face Chile, Australia and reigning champions Spain in Group B at the finals.
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Liverpool striker Luiz Suarez can't say NO to Real Madrid, says lawyer

The Uruguayan has been linked with a switch to this season's Champions League winners and his representative claims that he has a "predisposition for Spain"

Luis Suarez Liverpool v West Ham United - English Premier League 12072013 Luis Suarez's lawyer admits that the Liverpool striker would find it difficult to turn down a move to Real Madrid.






The 27-year-old has long been linked with a move to Carlo Ancelotti's side but insisted earlier in May that he is happy to stay at Anfield.

Suarez, who finished as the Premier League's top scorer with 31 goals this season, signed a new contract with Liverpool in December but the Uruguayan's representative says that the forward would favour a switch to Spain if the opportunity arose.

"A year ago he was very likely to leave Liverpool," Alejandro Balbi told Cadena SER of a summer that saw Arsenal push hard for his signature.

"Now I think it is very difficult because he is an idol, although clubs can offer a lot of money.

"If there is such a big offer from Real Madrid, it would be very difficult to say no. Luis Suarez has always had a predisposition for Spain."
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Spain legend David Villa undergoes medical ahead of New York City move

The 32-year-old forward is finalising the terms of his contract and is set to train with Manchester City until the new Major League Soccer season begins in March 2015

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Atletico Madrid striker David Villa is undergoing a medical in Manchester ahead of a move to New York City FC, Goal understands.

The 32-year-old arrived at the Bridgewater Hospital in Moss Side on Saturday and is in England to complete contract negotiations with Manchester City's Major League Soccer franchise.

Prior to his marquee switch to New York City FC, whose season will start next March, Villa will be able to train with City's first team but will not make an appearance for Manuel Pellegrini's side.

Villa scored 13 goals in 36 Primera Division appearances for Atletico Madrid this term and has been named in Vicente del Bosque's final Spain squad for this summer’s World Cup.

He joined Diego Simeone's side from Barcelona in July 2013.
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Man City, Arsenal & Man Utd track Xavi


Manchester City, Arsenal and Manchester United are keeping tabs on Xavi’s situation at Barcelona. The 34-year-old is set to hold talks over his future with new boss Luis Enrique.
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Real Madrid prepare huge £41m bid for Juventus star Vidal with Marcelo and Coentrao used as makeweights

Every day Sportsmail takes a look at the European papers to see what are the biggest stories creating talking points on the continent.
Starting in Italy, Corriere dello Sport claims Real Madrid are going to make a £41million bid for Juventus ace Arturo Vidal.

Target: Tuttosport also covers the Vidal deal and reports that Juve are interested in Barcelona's Alexis SanchezTransfer: Real Madrid are set to bid 50million euros for Juventus midfielder Arturo Vidal
Done deal? Corriere dello Sport and Tuttosport report that Real Madrid will make a 50million euros bid for Juventus midfielder Arturo Vidal (left) and will offer some of their players as a part-exchange

Special talent: Mundo Deportivo hails Andres Iniesta's (left) performance and goal against BoliviaUp for it: AS covers Spain's 2-0 win against Bolivia on Friday night ahead of this summer's World Cup
Ready: AS and Mundo Deportivo both cover Spain's 2-0 World Cup warm-up win against Bolivia on Friday

The publication reports that contact was made between the two clubs about the 27-year-old, who has been heavily linked with a move to the Champions League winners in the past.
Vidal, who scored 18 goals from midfield in all competitions for the Turin outfit last season, has played an integral part in boss Antonio Conte's side - helping them to win three successive Serie A titles since he joined the club in 2011.

Sure thing? Marca reports that Spain boss Vicente del Bosque will name his 23-man World Cup squad on Saturday


Corriere dello Sport adds that to soften the potential blow of losing Vidal, Real will offer either defenders Marcelo, Fabio Coentrao or forward Alvaro Morata as a part-exchange incentive.
Tuttosport also leads with the potential sale of the Chile international but says midfielder Angel di Maria could be a potential player offered in the transfer instead of Morata.

The publication also adds that the Old Lady are preparing to make a move for Barcelona's Alexis Sanchez and have made an appointment with his agent.
Over in Spain, the focus is heavily focused on the national team's 2-0 win against Bolivia on Friday night.
AS, Marca and Mundo Deportivo all cover the victory in Seville which saw goals from Fernando Torres and Andres Iniesta.
Mundo Deportivo hails Iniesta's goal and performance for the World and European champions, while AS describes Vicente del Bosque's side as 'playing with hunger' against their South American opponents.
Marca reports that 'Spain as now ready for the World Cup', while the trio of papers all state that Del Bosque will submit his final 23-man squad list for the World Cup on Saturday.
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