< Previous40 LINCOLNSHIRE TODAY 1 1) Lipsy - Here Lipsy use a straw hat, sandals and sunglasses to make a simple yet elegant outfit pop. 2) Masai - A scarf might just be the best accessory out there, ideal whatever the weather and usually it’ll pair with just about anything. If you’re looking for a new scarf, try this Masai one on for size. 3) Marc Cain - There’s a lot of reasons to fall in love with this Marc Cain hat, from the spiralling technicolour pattern to the ruffled brim. 4) Francis Klein - Eyewear doesn’t get much better than Francis Klein with its careful attention to detail and design. Get a pair for yourself by heading down to O’Brien’s Opticians in Brigg or online at www.obriensopticians.co.uk. 5) Pandora - Pandora are famed for their charms and trinkets, but there’s something particularly special about this one with its hot air balloon design. 6) Ichi - Flip flops come in all kinds of designs and let’s be honest, some are much better than others. Take this stylish pair from Ichi and you’ll never want for another. Photo courtesy of DK Company - ICHI 7) Numph - A sneak peek at Numph’s fall range here, but one we’re sure you’ll agree is ideal for summer. The headband is perfect for a quick hair styling fix when you need it poolside or on the beach. 8) Francis Klein - Worn the world over, Francis Klein glasses boast French-made, hand-decorated original shapes making these glasses some of the chicest, most sophisticated out there. And you can pick a pair up for yourself at O’Brien’s Opticians in Brigg or by heading online at www.obriensopticians.co.uk. 9) Gabor - The understated design and simple pattern of this Gabor shoe means it will pair well with a variety of outfits. Bring out the best of your looks this August with an assortment of accessories. We’re not just talking jewellery and hats, though they definitely count, but everything that adds an extra little oomph to your outfits – from eyewear to headbands. 34-43.qxp_Layout 1 19/07/2019 10:16 Page 7LINCOLNSHIRE TODAY 41 FASHION 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 34-43.qxp_Layout 1 19/07/2019 10:16 Page 842 LINCOLNSHIRE TODAY FASHION Whatever the occasion, you’ll find the right look to fit your purposes, from a night on the town, to hanging out at the beach. 8 Whatever the occasion, you’ll find the right look to fit your purposes, from a night on the town, to hanging out at the beach. 34-43.qxp_Layout 1 19/07/2019 10:16 Page 9LINCOLNSHIRE TODAY 43 FASHION 1) Fynch Hatton With Fynch Hatton, you get rugged menswear fit for anything life has to throw at you but looks that don’t compromise style. 2) Superdry There’s a reason why Superdry are so popular and the results speak for themselves. 3) Ted Baker Simple stylish street wear that’s on trend. Ted Baker has you covered. 4) White Stuff Whether your chilling out poolside or hanging out at the beach, you can rest assured you’ll look stylish in this White Stuff outfit. 2 34 34-43.qxp_Layout 1 19/07/2019 10:16 Page 1044 LINCOLNSHIRE TODAY HAIR & BEAUTY © Shutterstock/Jacob Lund 44-45.qxp_Layout 1 19/07/2019 10:18 Page 1LINCOLNSHIRE TODAY 45 HAIR & BEAUTY Sun exposure can wreak havoc on hair, magnifying the damage amassed from chlorine and saltwater. While swimming laps in the pool and lounging on the beach are all great ways to spend a summer’s day, you should bear in mind the damage it can have on hair. Chlorine strips hair of its natural protective oils and, if you’re a blonde, you may even find your hair taking on a greenish tint. This is caused by copper molecules and other chemicals found in swimming pools that bind to the protein in the hair shaft. Just because the ocean is natural, doesn’t mean it’s any kinder to hair than a commercial swimming pool. Saltwater stresses hair, drawing out its own natural moisture and leaving it parched. The good news is that you don’t have to stop swimming in either but there are several preventative measures worth considering. One of the easiest ways to protect your hair is by rinsing it in clean water before and after swimming. That way, it’s already saturated and so won’t absorb nearly as much salt or pool water chemicals. You can also use a keratin treatment which will revitalise damaged hair and leave you with luscious looking locks again in no time. Our advice would be to invest in a swim cap. There’s plenty of cute options available and not only will it protect against harsh chemicals and salt exposure but will help to keep the sun off your scalp (anyone who’s ever suffered a sunburnt scalp will know it’s no laughing matter). Out of the water, a wide brimmed hat or scarf is an effective and stylish way to keep the sun off your head. But hair can get damaged even if you’re out of the water. Parched hair soaks up the extra humidity in the air, leading to breaks in cuticles and the dreaded fizziness that so many of us suffer with. A great way to beat frizz is by using a mixture of water and argan oil in a spray bottle. It’s also worth switching to a moisturising shampoo and conditioner, and if you have colour treated hair, find moisturising products specifically aimed at caring for coloured hair. When it comes to styling, turn those hot tools down! Most styles can all be achieved just as well on a medium setting. Frequent exposure to this dry heat really takes its toll on hair and on top of sun exposure, it’s a recipe for brittle, parched, frizzy hair. You may think you’re doing hair a favour with those frequent washes, particularly this time of year, but trust us, it’s doing more harm then good. A few washes a week is plenty. All daily washing does is strip away all those natural oils that make hair look thick, full and lustrous. Try cold water rinses in between washes and combing hair with your fingers from root to tip to work that natural oil through. Keeping things natural will have an amazing effect, so for an all-natural conditioner, rinse with apple cider vinegar. You can also use a little coconut oil or shea butter to smooth, de-frizz and moisturise hair. Use sparingly, though, as too much will make hair look heavy and greasy. Sometimes, you just need to start from scratch so the best approach may be to go and get a trim and get those split ends snipped away. Or you might prefer to go for a new style altogether. There are some great trends this season. For longer hair, try wearing it in a plait, or rocking a polished look, or getting in some natural movement. Long slicked back and loose hair is also enjoying a moment. For shorter looks there’s baby bangs and the perennial long bob and all its many variations. Just remember to look after your hair this summer. Sun damage is indiscriminate, so whatever your skin tone or complexion, you’ll want to slather on the sun cream and put your moisturiser to good use. Less known is the damage that sun can have on hair. To help ensure your locks stay luscious all summer long, here’s everything you need to know. 44-45.qxp_Layout 1 19/07/2019 10:19 Page 246 LINCOLNSHIRE TODAY HEALTH & FITNESS There’s a clear divide in modern medicine between proven pharmaceuticals, therapies and treatments and everything else. Typically, this all gets filed under the ‘alternative medicine’ umbrella – think homeopathy, reiki and crystal healing. But human beings are much more complicated than this simple black and white divide would suggest and the same is true of the many ways in which we can become unwell and the different treatments we need. Just because it doesn’t come in a blister pack or on prescription, doesn’t mean the restorative effects of the natural world should be dismissed. Studies have uncovered several physical and physiological benefits of indoor plants, for example. They range from reduced stress levels to improved mood, attention span and productivity, making them ideal for offices as well as the home. Physically, they’ve been shown to reduce blood pressure, fatigue and headaches, while patients in hospital rooms with plants reported decreased post-operative pain. They also create better indoor air quality through the removal of airborne pollutants. The best plant for this job is the humble spider plant. This seventies favourite is low maintenance and flourishes in humid and damp environments, making it perfect to put in the bathroom. Jasmine and aloe vera in the bedroom, meanwhile, can help send you off to sleep and keep you in a deeper more peaceful sleep for longer. While we’d definitely recommend filling your house with various indoor plants, they’re still not a replacement for actually being out in nature. Known as Shinrin-yoku, the Japanese practice of ‘forest bathing’ is about taking time our of your schedule to go walk in the woods. Unsurprisingly, it has a positive effect on health. Forest environments lower concentrations of cortisol – the stress hormone – as well as lowering pulse rate and blood pressure. Even a two hour walk in a city park rich with trees has been shown to significantly boost vigour and decrease symptoms of anxiety and depression. This is believed to occur partly as a result of inhaling essential oils given off by the trees. Research from the first major study into how long is needed to produce the positive physical and mental health benefits of time spent in parks, woods or the beach has recently been made public. Findings from the study, led by the University of Exeter Medical School, were based on interviews with 20,000 people in England regarding their activity in the previous week. Of those who had spent little to no time in nature, a quarter reported poor health, while almost half said they were not satisfied with their life THE POWER OF PLANTS Science is backing up what we’ve all know for years – that being out in nature and filling the home with houseplants are great for mental and physical wellbeing. THE POWER OF PLANTS 46-47.qxp_Layout 1 19/07/2019 10:21 Page 1HEALTH & FITNESS – which is the standard measure of wellbeing. There was a clear pattern that emerged with those people that spent two hours or more in nature a week significantly more likely to report good health. One of the most surprising finds was that it didn’t matter if this two-hour dose of nature was taken in one go or in a series of shorter visits. And it didn’t matter whether people visited a city park, woodlands or the beach, it all had the same effect. If confirmed by future research, two hours a week in nature could very well join other official health advice including eating five pieces of fruit and vegetables a day and getting 150 minutes of exercise in a week. Over the last few years, the wellness industry has boomed, becoming just another selling point in our hyper-capitalist society. Wellness has become a brand, a marketing term slathered across all manner of products. Yet one of the best and most worthwhile things you can do for your own wellbeing is completely free – nature. We’re blessed here in Lincolnshire with stunning parks, beautiful beaches and areas of outstanding natural beauty. So this August, Lincolnshire Today is prescribing two-hours of nature a week to all our readers. © Shutterstock/By Amilao © Shutterstock/CLICKMANIS © Shutterstock/Smileus © Shutterstock/Christopher Hall 46-47.qxp_Layout 1 19/07/2019 10:21 Page 248 LINCOLNSHIRE TODAY HEALTH & FITNESS Team spirit Fitness isn’t just an important part of a healthy lifestyle, but a key part of community living. When one thinks about the infrastructure and services that make up our towns, villages and cities, they tend to think of entertainment venues, pubs and shops, but one of the most important are the leisure and fitness centres and sports grounds. Trying to get into shape, loose weight and boost fitness levels shouldn’t be a lonely or socially limiting experience. We’re pack animals by nature and the encouragement and support offered by our friends and families can be a potent motivator. We’re not just talking team sports, but something as simple as popping to the gym once a week. By going as a group, there’s a general air of encouragement that can keep you going when you feel like giving up. There’s something powerful about being part of a team. It can be difficult keeping anything up as an individual, but when other people are involved, giving up lets the whole team down. Often this motivates people to keep at it and allows them to achieve much more than they would have going at it alone. It doesn’t just have to be with friends either, but a great way for families to bond together. Because of the influx of digital devices, it’s a sad fact of life that families aren’t spending time together the way they used to. But taking a few hours a week to go on a bike ride or trip to the swimming pool or leisure centre is a great way to nurture those family ties whilst also staying healthy. For younger children, this lays down important life lessons and teaches them early the importance of fitness. What better encouragement could there be? © Shutterstock/LightField Studios A slice of life and culture at SO Festival A European philosopher will lead a Sunday morning conversation at the 2019 SO Festival as organisers look to explore the impact of the three-day extravaganza on life and culture in East Lindsey. Meanwhile, crowds at the free-to-attend event will enjoy 11 acts, which include Italian puppets, French clowns, a Danish performance of Shakespeare’s King Lear like you’ve never seen it before and UK circus mastery. The full line-up has now been released for what has grown into one of the largest outdoor cultural events in the UK. Fantastic European acts, visiting the UK for the first time, will join local talent and national performers, topped off by Spitfire and Dakota flypasts (weather dependant), to entertain a crowd which is expected to top last year’s number of 40,000 over the three days. Starting at Sherwood Fields in Mablethorpe on Friday August 30, acts will fill the venue from 12 noon until 5pm, with local community groups also showcased. Then it’s onto Skegness for the Saturday and Sunday – August 31 and September 1 where activities will be centred in Tower Gardens. With funding in place from Arts Council England and East Lindsey District Council, SO Festival is being organised by the Magna Vitae Trust for Leisure and Culture. Magna Vitae Trust for Leisure and Culture is an Arts Council England National Portfolio Organisation and strategic partner to East Lindsey District Council. Other partners are Passage Festival, Helsingør Teater and Without Walls Touring Network Partnership. To find out more, visit www.magnavitae.org, email info@mvtlc.org, or call 01507 681813. © Tout En Vrac HD © JMA Photography 48.qxp_Layout 1 19/07/2019 10:22 Page 1LINCOLNSHIRE TODAY 49 BATTLE OF ARNHEM COMMEMORATION In 1944, the Battle of Arnhem took place as part of Operation Market Garden, an airborne assault from British, American and Dutch forces aiming to secure major bridges that would allow ally troops to travel through Holland towards Germany. Starting on the 17th of September, the battle lasted until the 26th. Three battalions that took part in the Battle of Arnhem and Operation Market Garden trained in Woodhall Spa, Lincolnshire. This year marks the 75th anniversary of Arnhem and Woodhall Spa residents Tony Woodrow and Jackie Goodall have organised a day-long commemoration taking place on Sunday 18th August. There will be a flypast, open-air concert, and a free cinema screening. The day will also see a specially commissioned stained-glass window unveiled at St Peter’s Church, designed by a serving WWII paratrooper and produced by Glen Carter. Lincolnshire Today is fortunate to have had the opportunity to speak to one of the surviving veterans present at the Battle of Arnhem. Dennis Crockett, whose regiment at the time of the battle - the Kings Own Scottish Borderers - was part of the 1st Airborne Division, is now 97. He trained in Woodhall Spa. On his experience of the Battle of Arnhem, Dennis remembered flying to Arnhem in a Horsa Glider. He said: “We went over there on the 17th of September and it was a bright sunny Sunday morning. There was nothing outstanding about the trip. We got to the ground alright and paraded to our defence position. We didn’t see any action on the first day but after Sunday things began to change.” After landing with no opposition at the drop zone, and moving further into town, the courageous men at Arnhem faced strong German infantry. Dennis notes that while they charged remarkably with rifles and bayonets, they were certainly not sent to Arnhem prepared to fight the Tiger Tanks they were up against. “I don’t know how some of us survived,” he said. “It was just hell.” Eventually Dennis would be evacuated to the banks of the River Rhine, but with the German opposition too great, he would not make it across the river. Dennis said: “On the night of the 26th we were going to make an escape, everything was organised. We were going to get across the river and join up on the other side, but of course we didn’t. There were no boats waiting for us - there had been, but they weren’t there by the time we arrived. When daylight broke we were surrounded by German troops and were POWs from that point on.” Sadly, while over 10,000 brave men landed at Arnhem, almost 1,500 were killed, and more than 6,500 captured. Just over 2,000 crossed the Rhine safely. As a survivor, Dennis considers himself lucky: “I thank my lucky stars that I am here to talk about it.” On his return to Britain, Dennis says that the survivors were “tidied up, and came home on a good spell of leave.” He was then recalled back into the army, reported to a camp in Yorkshire and carried on training until he was demobilised in 1946. Dennis married in 1949 and had a daughter. Talking about the day-long commemoration of the Battle of Arnhem for its 75th anniversary, Dennis stressed the importance of the occasion. He said: “It is very important to commemorate the Battle of Arnhem. I don’t think any of the happenings that went on from 1939 to 1945 (WWII) should ever be forgotten.” Remembering the Battle of Arnhem Remembering the Battle of Arnhem 2019 marks the 75th anniversary of the Battle of Arnhem. With a day long commemoration of the events set to take place this month, Lincolnshire Today had the honour of speaking to one of the gallant veterans of Arnhem. 49.qxp_Layout 1 19/07/2019 10:23 Page 1Next >