Latest articles by Francesca Rice
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Imogen Poots: Could She Be As Big As Jennifer Lawrence?
The stunning Imogen Poots hits our screens this week alongside James McAvoy in Danny Boyle's new film Filth. Here are 8 reasons why the totally awesome 24-year-old is about to become Hollywood's latest ingenue. Mark our words.
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How To Buy A Decent Bottle Of Wine For Under £10
Most of us know so little about wine that we just grab the best-looking bottle on offer in the supermarket, without knowing whether it will be any good. So we’ve spoken to top wine experts to give you the lowdown on how to make a cheap, but informed, selection instead
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Loveflutter: Are You 'Interesting' Enough For This New Dating Site?
There are dating sites for everyone these days, but now a new site, Loveflutter, will only let you join if you're ‘interesting’. Here’s the lowdown on the latest online dating tool.
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24 Iconic Women Who Have Rocked Our World
To celebrate our 25th birthday, Marie Claire asked acclaimed photographer Rankin to shoot the women who've rocked the last quarter century, with the rising stars who are following in their footsteps. Everyone from Vivienne Westwood – the grand dame of British fashion – to Bridget Jones's Diary author Helen Fielding and TV queen Davina McCall were included. You need to see these stunning images...
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3 Crucial Life Lessons We Can Learn From Oprah Winfrey
During her Stanford Commencement address in 2008, Oprah Winfrey talked about feelings, failure and finding happiness. Listen up. And take notes.
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Jenny Packham Champions Britain At London Fashion Week Charity Event
A glamorous crowd of celebrities, diplomats and senior women in business gathered in London on the eve of LFW for a charity event showcasing the work of designers from across the Commonwealth
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Low-Carb Diets: What The Experts Really Say
Cutting carbs seems to be the easiest and quickest way to lose weight. But how effective is it as a long-term solution? We talk to the experts to give you the lowdown on the pros and cons of low-carb living.
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10 Reasons Why Lena Dunham Is Seriously Cool
Our October cover star, Lena Dunham, has to be the coolest girl on the planet right now. Here are 10 reasons why we adore her…
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3 New Exercise Classes That Are ACTUALLY Fun. We Promise
If your exercise routine is getting more repetitive and dull by the week, try one of these fabulously fun new workouts instead.
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A Successful Career In 2013 Is Not What You Might Think...
New research has shown what a successful career looks like in 2013. And it turns out making an important contribution to your workplace is now key for professional happiness. So, here are 7 top tips for getting your ideas heard.
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Tampa: The Truth Behind This Year’s Most Controversial Book
Alissa Nutting’s debut novel Tampa has sparked a major furore. Critics have called this tale of a schoolteacher’s affair with her 14-year-old pupil sickening. Here, we take a look at the real life story behind 2013’s most controversial book and the author’s motivations for writing it.
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Hybrid Exercise Classes: Can Mixing Ballet And Boxing Ever Be A Good Idea?
If you've got yourself into a bit of an exercise rut, mix it up by trying one of these great hybrid workouts. Combining two or more exercises, these classes will inject a novelty factor back into your fitness routine.
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Want Kate Middleton's Hair? The 5 Wonder Foods That Will Do Just That
Most of us would love to have healthy-looking long hair à la Kate Middleton, but if your tresses are looking more damaged and lacklustre than shiny and bouncy, try adding some of these wonder foods to your diet.
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The Twitter Boycott: All Your Questions Answered
While many saw yesterday's 24-hour Twitter Boycott as an important show of solidarity for the women who have recently received violent threats on the social media site, others felt that women should not silence themselves in the face of misogynistic abuse. Here, we give you the lowdown on the situation.
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Who Are The Betches? Say Hello To A New Social Phenomenon
What do you get when you take the Queen Bee from Mean Girls, and inject a dose of Hannah from Girls’ narcissism and sardonic humour? A betch, duh.
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Forget Kate And Wills, These Are The Celebrity Parents We Want To Hang Out With
The world has gone royal baby crazy, which has got us thinking about all of the other kids out there blessed with a ridiculously cool lineage. Meet the parents we'd happily let adopt us...
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The Single Girl’s Wedding Survival Guide: This Is Going To Be Fun, We Promise
Wedding season is upon us once more and, while dressing up and having champagne with your friends is always fun, being reminded that you haven’t found The One can be annoying. Weddings are a potential minefield for single women – awkward encounters with your ex and that elderly relative who won’t stop asking when you’re going to settle down – but they’re also a great place to meet eligible single men. So we’ve asked dating expert Sarah Beeny to share her top single girl’s wedding survival tips.
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Did You Overdo It In The Sun This Weekend? 5 Foods That Will Help Reverse The Damage
If a weekend in the sun has left you looking a little lobster-like, these super healthy and antioxidant-rich foods will go some way to fighting the damage. We're talking beauty from within, ladies.
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The 7 Reasons We're In Awe Of This Woman: Saudi Arabia's First Female Film Director, Haifaa al-Mansour
Haifaa al-Mansour is Saudi Arabia’s first female film director and the first person to shoot an entire movie in the country. We've met her and can tell you that she is an incredible woman. Here's why...
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The Apprentice 2013 Final: What Can YOU Learn From Luisa Zissman And Leah Totton?
Luisa Zissman and Leah Totton couldn't have more different approaches to business, but both of them will, tonight, battle it out to receive Lord Sugar’s £250,000 investment in the final of The Apprentice.
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Can’t Find A Job? Try Adding 'Mr' To Your CV
A male consultant, called Kim, with bags of experience was surprised when he couldn’t land a job interview. One quick change to his CV – adding ‘Mr’ in front of his name – soon turned his luck around, though.
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The 7 Ultimate First Date Turn-Offs: Be Prepared To Shudder
First dates can turn even the most confident of guys into nervous wrecks. But, while we may be able to excuse a slightly sweaty brow, there are some dating sins that even the most understanding among us can’t forgive.
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7 Amazing Free Things To Do In The Sunshine This Weekend
This weekend is going to be a scorcher. So slap on the sunscreen, dig out your coolest sunnies and make the most of it with these free events.
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Iggy Azalea: The Stuff You Should Know About The Girl Of The Moment
Platinum blonde bombshell and badass rapping sensation Iggy Azalea has been making waves for months thanks to her no-nonsense attitude, penchant for dirty lyrics and provocative videos. Not to mention that butt, so impressive it sparked rumours of implants and padded underwear. Here's everything you need to know about the girl of the moment...
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Royal Babies: A Fascinating History By Numbers
As we gear up for the arrival of Kate Middleton and Prince William's little Prince or Princess, we present our numerical guide to Great Britain's royal babies, both past and future.
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Wimbledon WAGs: Meet The 5 Most Glamorous
Introducing the most glamorous wives and girlfriends gracing SW19's courts.
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New 'stay sober' pill limits effect of alcohol
If you tend to wake up with embarrassing drunken memories from the night before, you may be in luck, as scientists are developing a pill that limits the effects of alcohol
