< Previous10 LINCOLNSHIRETODAYFASHION1) Gerry Weber Want a stunning outfit to brave thoseBoxing Day sales? Then Gerry Weberhas the perfect option for you. 2) Oilily With its jaunty pattern and vibrantcolour scheme, you’ll be the life ofthe party in this Oilily dress. 3) HallhuberSultry and seductive – this outfit fromHallhuber says it all. 4) Gant For a more reserved option for aChristmas Eve dinner or tipples withthe in-laws, why not try this simplebut sexy ensemble from Gant. 5) LauRie For wining and dining this festiveperiod, look no further than LauRie’selegant outfit. 136-45_Layout 1 15/11/2016 07:59 Page 5LINCOLNSHIRETODAY41FASHION234536-45_Layout 1 15/11/2016 07:59 Page 642 LINCOLNSHIRETODAYFASHIONA quality accessory won’t onlybring out the best of your outfit,but also accentuate your naturalassets. Now that’s what we call aChristmas present. 1) Ichi– ‘Less is more’ is your mantra when it comes toaccessorising. Try picking out the secondary colour from your outfitas a starting point, or just use this Ichi ensemble as inspiration. 2) Marc Cain- No one wants to haul a handbag around all evening –enter the clutch. With this Marc Cain option under your arm, yourlook will be complete. 3) Basler- It’s pretty nippy this time of year, but don’t compromiseyour evening wear, just drape a fabulous overcoat on your shoulders– try this Basler option on for size. 4) Pandora- You’ll no doubt be getting a few new additions to yourjewellery box this Christmas, and what better excuse to wear them.These stunning Pandora earrings will radiate elegance. 5) Gabor- Heels are a must this time of year, and these seductivelysimple heels from Gabor will pair with almost anything. Just watchout for ice!6) Face á Face- These stunning Face á Face specs exude style andsophistication and are available from O’Brien’s Opticians, Brigg.www.obriensopticians.co.uk. 7) etnia- With a shimmering frame and trendy design, these glassesfrom entia Barcelona prove glasses are still the ultimate inaccessorising - available from O’Brien’s Opticians, Brigg.www.obriensopticians.co.uk. 1All I want forChristmas36-45_Layout 1 15/11/2016 07:59 Page 72LINCOLNSHIRETODAY43FASHION3456736-45_Layout 1 15/11/2016 07:59 Page 8Dressed toimpress12PHOTO: JACK & JONESThere are so many combinationsto choose from this Christmas –shirt and tie? Open Collar? Jeans,tee and jacket? Fortunately, we’verounded up a few of the bestoptions to take the stress out. 1) Jack & Jones – For men, the epitome of style and good taste is still awell-tailored suit – just look at this Jack & Jones offering.2) Gant Gant again prove that subtlety is your best friend when itcomes to looking sharp. 3) Gant It’s not all about jackets and ties, with a stylish shirt andchic jeans saying a lot with a little as Gant well know. 4) Meyer MenswearThis get-up from Meyer Menswear is stylish, functionaland ideal for gatherings or going out – available from JF Inkley in Spalding.5) Ted BakerA mix of old and new collide with this impressive spreadfrom Ted Baker. 36-45_Layout 1 15/11/2016 08:00 Page 9LINCOLNSHIRETODAY45FASHION35J.F.InkleyThe Man’s ShopThe Crescent, Spalding, Lincolnshire PE11 1ANTel: 01775 722239436-45_Layout 1 15/11/2016 08:00 Page 1046 LINCOLNSHIRETODAYHEALTH & FITNESSThere’s nothing like mid-winter to leave hopes of upholdingfitness levels and motivation dashed on the rocks. There’ssomething about the shorter days and chilly winds that leaves uswanting to cocoon ourselves in blankets with a hot drink, moviesand as many carbs as we can get our hands on. But this year,why not give yourself an early Christmas present with the gift offitness.As winter is a time of year when the colour drains out of theworld, why not mix up your fitness regime with a few simpleswaps. Instead of cycling, why not take up spinning? Or try squashinstead of tennis. There’s always swimming, with indoor pools awelcome respite and easy exercise any time of the year. Speakingof water, one of the best ways to maintain fitness this time of yearis to visit a spa resort. There’s nothing quite like working up asweat with a workout or sauna and treating yourself to somepampering. A spa getaway makes a terrific gift, incidentally. Seasonal affective disorder (or the appropriately abbreviatedSAD) is everything wrong with winter summed up in oneaffliction. As awareness for winter depression increases, so do theways in which to fight it. UV lamps are becoming a popularoption to bolster vitamin D production, but exercise releasesendorphins, making us feel great and helping to keep the bluesGift of fitnessIt’s winter and your body just wants to scarf down carbs and store fat, but healthshouldn’t go out the window with the weather. at bay. It’s even more important to stay active over winter, butgoing for an early morning jog probably isn’t the best option.Going later in the day gives the sun at least a fighting chance towarm things up, while you can prepare with a hearty breakfast,plenty of warm ups and ensuring you have appropriate clothing.Staying dry is just as important as keeping warm, so layeredbreathable materials are an absolute must. Motivation can wane at the best of times, but gettingtogether with friends and family can be a positive andencouraging way to stay fit and happy. It’s a difficult time of year to try and maintain a semblance ofa healthy diet, but many of our festive favourites can be made ina less indulgent way. Getting creative in the kitchen can yield awhole host of exciting options, from a healthy spin on theclassic mince pie or coming up with new dishes altogether.Exploring the heady, wintery end of the spice spectrum can be agateway to new favourites without scrimping on the dishes thatwe look forward to each year. There’s little better than a steamybowl of soup to pack in the veggies and provide that muchneeded comfort. Feeding our immune system what it needs willhelp stave off illnesses. We all like surprises, but coming downwith a winter big is probably not among them.46-47_Layout 1 14/11/2016 14:08 Page 1LINCOLNSHIRETODAY47HEALTH & FITNESS46-47_Layout 1 14/11/2016 14:09 Page 248 LINCOLNSHIRETODAYHAIR & BEAUTYWhether it’s wrapping presents, cookingthe turkey and trimmings, or hanging thedecorations, there’s a raft of tips, tricks andshort-cuts to getting things done quicklywithout comprising quality. At this time ofyear, your beauty regime should be nodifferent. Smoky eyes are a faithful for a party anytime of the year, but coupled with theinevitable dark circles over the festive periodand you might end looking like an insomniacpanda. It’s a stressful time of year, so ratherthan avoiding the inevitable, cover up darkcircles instead. Mix together eye cream andconcealer and dot under your eye in atriangular shape. Smooth it out with aconcealer brush and suddenly you lookrejuvenated and ready to get your grooveon. The bun comes in an assortment of stylesbut one constant is that it’s perfect forparties. If you do it yourself, a bun can boastelegance with the minimum of input, buthaving it professionally styled doesn’t eat upas much of your schedule as you’d expect.The same goes for nails. Having a manicurein the run up to Christmas may sound crazy,but it should see you trough into the NewYear. If you’re feeling frisky, you can even tryyour hand a festive theme. Our favourite hasto be the Christmas pudding effect, butthere are plenty of less tacky options outthere. There’ll be more than a few late nights,we’re sure, and removing make-up willprobably be at the back of your mind. Goingto bed with a full face of make-up is one ofthe worst things you can do to your skin andwill leave you looking blotchy and pimply.Cleansing wipes, myrcella water or just aplain old face scrub are all inexpensive andefficient ways of removing make-up andleaving your face fresh and aglow. But sometimes, there just isn’t enoughtime to put on a full face of make-up. If youare rushed for time, accentuate one featureand the rest will take care of itself. Wearingno other makeup except for a vibrant lipstickcan have a bold and stunning effect. You cantry the same with larger-than-life lashes for asimilar striking image. Just because Christmas is the busiest timeof the year doesn’t mean you should berushed off your feet and forget to enjoy thefestivities. There are so many shortcuts andbeauty hacks to get you looking your bestwith a fraction of the time and effort.Consider these our present to you. A backdoorto beauty Doubtless there’ll be some early starts and late nights over theparty season, but no one wants to go into the New Yearlooking fatigued. Fortunately, we have a few tried and testedtricks so you can get everything done and look your best. 48-49_Layout 1 14/11/2016 14:11 Page 1LINCOLNSHIRETODAY49HAIR & BEAUTYPHOTO: SHUTTERSTOCK.COM/VICTORIA ANDREAS48-49_Layout 1 14/11/2016 14:11 Page 2Next >