< PreviousFASHION 30 LINCOLNSHIRE TODAY Above: Cotton Traders There’s a lot of emphasis on dresses this time of year, but you can achieve just as chic and striking a look with knitwear and a skirt as Cotton Traders show. Photo courtesy Cotton Traders Top right: Ichi This military-style ensemble from Ichi will ensure you stand out. Photo courtesy of DK Company – ICHI Right: Phoebe Grace Black pairs with everything, but it’s at its very best when worn with white. Monochromatic styles are perennial and can be worn whatever the season. For a modern stylish outfit this Christmas period, try this Phoebe Grace one on for size. Photo courtesy of Phoebe Grace 26-35.qxp_Layout 1 27/11/2020 13:27 Page 5FASHION Left: Evans Boutique Bring some spring and summer style into winter with this elegant dress from Evans Boutique. Photo courtesy Evans Boutique Bottom left: Samoon Samoon offer a perfect outfit for those days leading up to the big day. Below: Barbour Whatever the season, floral prints never go out style, so bring a little colour to the winter with this Barbour number. Photo courtesy of Barbour 26-35.qxp_Layout 1 27/11/2020 13:28 Page 632 LINCOLNSHIRE TODAY FASHION © Shutterstock /V ictoria Chudinova Reasons to be cheerful After months of wearing nothing but slouchwear, it’s time to get dressed up to the nines. The only way to get the full effect is by accessorising. 26-35.qxp_Layout 1 27/11/2020 13:28 Page 7LINCOLNSHIRE TODAY 33 Gabor Whatever the shade, red heels never go out of style. This chic pair from Gabor will add the finishing touch to your outfits. Francis Klein Francis Klein are handmade in Paris but worn all over the world thanks to their exceptional and striking designs. You can pick up this pair for yourself by visiting O’Brien’s Opticians in Brigg or by going online www.obriensopticians.co.uk. Natalia Willmott These fabulous plexiglass and Strass clip-on earrings from Natalia Willmott were protypes made for Christian Lacroix in the 1990s. Francis Klein Francis Klein is dedicated to manufacturing customised one-of-a-kind glasses. Each frame meets your individual needs and the results speak for themselves. To find this pair and others, head down to O’Brien’s Opticians in Brigg or visit www.obriensopticians.co.uk Lulipa London If you’re looking to make a statement this festive season, why not try on these Lulipa London shoes. Kristina Smith This necklace by Kristina Smith and available via Ark Jewellery is inspired by the birds-eye view of a large palm tree. The pattern is laser cut, intricately engraved and inlaid with a silver disc. Annabel James An exquisite vintage yellow metal pendant fashioned in the form of a conch shell, set with Swarovski crystals. Available from Annabel James. Dune London The natural colour and simple elegant design of this Dune London bag means it will pair with just about everything. 26-35.qxp_Layout 1 27/11/2020 13:29 Page 8Best threads There’s no better excuse than Christmas to get dressed up in your very best, even if you can only show it off over Zoom. 26-35.qxp_Layout 1 27/11/2020 13:29 Page 9LINCOLNSHIRE TODAY 35 FASHION Opposite: Dune London They say that no one ever notices what you’re wearing on your feet. Trust us, with these Dune London shoes finishing your outfit off, people will be paying attention. Photo courtesy of Dune London Above: Cotton Traders Knitwear is what you want this time of year, but that doesn’t mean it has to be baggy, unstylish fair. Just check out this shirt-jumper combo from Cotton Traders. Photo courtesy of Cotton Traders Below: Barbour A good versatile boot is a man’s best friend. It will pair just as well with jeans as it will with slacks and suit trousers. Photo courtesy of Barbour Right: Burton For a dapper, debonair outfit this Christmas, look no further than Burton. Photo courtes of Burton 26-35.qxp_Layout 1 27/11/2020 13:31 Page 1036 LINCOLNSHIRE TODAY HAIR & BEAUTY Big impact, little effort Whether it’s wrapping presents, cooking the turkey and trimmings, or hanging the decorations, there’s a raft of tips, tricks and short-cuts to getting things done quickly without comprising quality. At this time of year, your beauty regime should be no different. Smoky eyes are a faithful for a party any time of the year, but coupled with the inevitable dark circles over the festive period and you might end looking like an insomniac panda. It’s a stressful time of year, so rather than avoiding the inevitable, cover up dark circles instead. Mix together eye cream and concealer and dot under your eye in a triangular shape. Smooth it out with a concealer brush and suddenly you look rejuvenated and ready to get your groove on. The bun comes in an assortment of styles, but one constant is that it’s perfect for parties. If you do it yourself, a bun can boast elegance with the minimum of input, but having it professionally styled doesn’t eat up as much of your schedule as you’d expect. The same goes for nails. Having a manicure in the run up to Christmas may sound crazy, but it should see you trough into the New Year. If you’re feeling frisky, you can even try your hand a festive theme. Our favourite has to be the Christmas pudding effect, but there are plenty of less tacky options out there. Even with socially distancing measures, we’re sure there’ll still be more than a few late nights, we’re sure, and removing make-up will probably be at the back of your mind. Going to bed with a full face of make-up is one of the worst things you can do to your skin and will leave you looking blotchy and pimply. Cleansing wipes, micellar water or just a plain old face scrub are all inexpensive and efficient ways of removing make-up and leaving your face fresh and aglow. But sometimes, there just isn’t enough time to put on a full face of make-up. If you are rushed for time, accentuate one feature and the rest will take care of itself. Wearing no other makeup except for a vibrant lipstick can have a bold and stunning effect. You can try the same with larger-than-life lashes for a similar striking image. This will also leave you looking extra fabulous over video messaging Christmas might be a different experience this year, with smaller get-togethers if at all, and plenty of catch-ups over video calls. But you’ll still be stretched for time and you’ll still want to look your best. There are so many shortcuts and beauty hacks to get you looking your best with a fraction of the time and effort. Consider these our present to you. Big impact, little effort 36-37.qxp_Layout 1 27/11/2020 13:36 Page 1LINCOLNSHIRE TODAY 37 HAIR & BEAUTY © Shutterstock /Niguella 36-37.qxp_Layout 1 27/11/2020 13:36 Page 238 LINCOLNSHIRE TODAY HEALTH & FITNESS © Shutterstock /P Astudio Have a holly, jolly, healthy Christmas Have a holly, jolly, healthy Christmas 38-39.qxp_Layout 1 27/11/2020 13:38 Page 1LINCOLNSHIRE TODAY 39 HEALTH & FITNESS Mince pies, mulled wine, turkey, and chocolate galore, Christmas is the time of year in which we are practically encouraged to ruin our normal diets and overindulge on endless treats, with opportunities to get your hands on fatty, rich foods and sweets at every corner. At the same time fitness routines are usually set aside in favour of family time, movie marathons, and TV specials. It is therefore unsurprising that most of us gain a pound or two after the festive period - especially as the average person will consume over 5,000 calories on Christmas Day - and research has even shown that cholesterol levels are 20% higher after the period. Now, Lincolnshire Today is not saying that one should completely abandon the holiday season’s tempting treats, rather here are some handy tips on enjoying Christmas while staying - somewhat - healthy. Firstly, consider eating a little something an hour or so prior to the expected giant dinners, and though it may be tempting to clear room in the stomach and make up for what you are going to consume later, don’t skip breakfast, a choice that can negatively impact blood sugar and the waistline. In doing this, the temptation to eat far more than you need and binge later will be significantly reduced as you will not be as ravenous, over estimating the amount you should consume due to pangs of hunger and eyes bigger than your belly. Make sure to listen to your body too. When feeling full, bloated, or sluggish, stop eating or drinking, and eat slowly - after all it takes at least 20 minutes for the brain to realise you are full. Also worth thinking about is eating earlier in the day to lose that extra holiday weight, as well as avoiding high-calorie and high-carb goods at night. It is suggested that one should aim to eat all main meals before 7pm to stimulate digestion. Moreover, when plating up your food there should be less brown and white and more greens. Aim to fill half the plate with vegetables, a quarter with protein and the rest with complex carbohydrates and healthy fats. Planning can also make eating healthy easier over the holidays. Consider making and freezing healthy meals ahead of time, to prevent bad habits which may see you reach for the crisps and cake instead of preparing a real meal on those days between Christmas and the new year. Ensuring to drink plenty of water is also key to avoiding excessive eating, as well as maintaining healthy bodies and digestion, over the holidays. Indulgent foods and more alcohol make the body dehydrated, meanwhile being dehydrated can increase cravings, especially for sugary goods, which often leads to us eating to satisfy these cravings instead of hydrating ourselves - sometimes when we feel hungry, we are really just thirsty. Drinking water can also satiate appetite, keep the metabolism moving so you put on less pounds, and of course will help prevent a holiday hangover (remember to alternate alcohol with glasses of water). Furthermore, the festive period frequently sees us stay up later and cut back on sleep, but getting enough sleep is essential for physical and mental shape, and wellbeing. In addition when running on little sleep you tend to eat more and gravitate to high-fat and high- sugar food. When it comes to exercising over the Christmas period, there is still opportunity to keep fit in a more relaxed way and make the traditional January exercise push easier. Often workouts will take a break for the holidays but with time off work the period can be a great chance to discover new running and cycling routes. Or instead of struggling to keep up with regular workouts, why not make your active time an afternoon walk with friends or family to get moving, burn off meals/calories, and keep the heart healthy? Further, with less time being set aside for exercise, perhaps due to more social commitments, why not consider short and sweet high intensity workouts for 20 minutes to optimise your time, which are said to be just as beneficial as longer low intensity exercise? Many fun examples for this can be found and followed along with on YouTube. If you are looking to up a fitness regime over Christmas, set realistic goals that leave plenty of time for rest and socialising with those Zoom cocktail nights, and don’t be too hard on yourself. Rather than trying to commit to daily exercise, maintain a lower sustainable level of activity, like a short walk or 10 minutes of stretching in the mornings or a workout video a couple of times a week. In the end, don’t forget to have fun. It is the most wonderful time of the year of course. The Christmas period is a time of overindulgence, of obligatory over-eating and over-drinking. Here are a few tips that may help you have a slightly healthier holiday. 38-39.qxp_Layout 1 27/11/2020 13:38 Page 2Next >