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Go retro this xmas

START YOUR week with a smile

Denise’s unwelcome Christmas visitor • Denise Welch reveals the real reason she’s been missing from the Loose Women panel of late

There’s a new dog in town! • After the seven-decade Corgi era under Queen Elizabeth II, it looks like we Brits are now in for a new breed under Queen Camilla...

To know you are loved is such a big, big thing… • Gloria Hunniford opens up in an exclusive Christmas interview with friend and Editor-In-Chief, Siobhan Wykes…

GO FOR Gold! • Add a touch of luxe to your party wardrobe

Never turn your nose up at tinsel • Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen is starting to feel festive – and tells us why at pushing 60, he has no fear of the future…

My elfy obsession • THE WAY I SEE IT... Wise words from our feisty, fearless and funny columnist

Crackin’ reasons why Nessa should NOT settle for Smithy • On Christmas Day, will she or won’t she? Superfan Wendy Gomersall says Gavin & Stacey’s odd couple should never, ever marry. But what do the people of Barry think?

‘Most people go on dating apps for a hook-up’ • Married At First Sight’s Sacha Jones on avoiding sex before marriage – and how it’s led to so much online hate

We’re ALL TALKING about • If you haven’t had time to keep up with Facebook, X or Instagram, we’ve done it for you…

SKIRTS THAT sparkle! • Invest in a versatile sequin style that can be dressed up or down...

Lonely this Christmas? • It can be a difficult time of year for some, but author Rosie Goodwin says there’s a whole host of companions waiting for you in a place you might not have considered...

Find your festive forever fragrance! • A perfume is for life, not just for Christmas – here’s what’s worth spritzing year-round!

IT’S A cracker! • Start your festivities off with a beauty surprise

The knitting A-team! • After losing her son, Jan Swallow channelled her energy into fundraising for the team that tried to save him…

Lesley & Sophie ULTIMATE XMAS GIFTS • Looking for beauty inspiration? Lesley Reynolds and daughter Sophie Cooper on the classics making their wishlist

Looking for perfection? • ‘Forget it’, says food blogger, author and content creator Sarah Rossi. ‘Christmas is about sharing and togetherness’ – and, she has some handy hints for a stress-free festive feast…

Brilliant for your buffet! • Feeding a crowd? Try Sarah’s delicious, no-fuss ideas

See the world from HELEN’S HILARIOUS VIEWPOINT... • Our fabulous and funny columnist, comedian Helen Lederer is here to tell it like it is, in her own witty way…

Comfort and joy! • Add a touch of festive magic to your bedroom or transform the spare room to impress your guests!

Hamsters of Christmas • Could you help these small furries find their forever home?

Have a retro merry Christmas! • From old-school desserts to decorations and gift ideas, we’ve got a taste of nostalgia to make this Christmas one to remember.....

Happy kitschmas • Retro loving Zoe Pocock is obsessed with Christmas and all things Eighties! When it comes to decorating her home for the festive season, there can never be enough pink tinsel!

Give the gift of nostalgia! • Take a trip down memory lane with present ideas that have stood the test of time...

Sweet temptations! • Take a trip down memory lane with these classic puddings with a modern twist...

Your stars • For the week 3-9...