Kate Ferdinand reveals she's looking forward to having time to herself because being at home with the kids is 'intense'

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The Gilded Age, set in 1880s New York, to Claire Foy’s elegant postwar Duchess of Argyll in A Very British Scandal, or The Crown’s regal journey from the 1950s to the 1980s. There’s more to come, too. On 25 March Bridgerton returns to Netflix in all its Regency splendour, then in April the second Downton Abbey film will reunite us with the Crawley family amid art deco grandeur.The level of research that goes into recreating the looks of these eras is astonishing – The Gilded Age’s costume designer Kasia Walicka-Maimone recently said her team collated 5,000 image references, ensuring the nuances of each character’s social class were captured in the style of their bustle or corset.Period-drama influences are now apparent in fashion collections, too – after all, many designers, like the rest of us, have spent the past two years watching TV instead of taking research trips to far-flung climes.

A short cut looks especially good on grey hair, says Sam McKnight. “You need to consider the change in texture that happens when hair goes grey – it won’t necessarily hang the A short crop that incorporates longer pieces at the front combines the best of both worlds, with the face-sculpting structure of a short cut and the softness of longer tendrils that can be blow-dried with volume and slicked back, or swept loosely to the side. Annette Bening, Cynthia Nixon and Sharon Stone all have age-defying examples of the short/long crop.

Get the look: Emily wears a quilted jacket, £695, Marfa Stance; turtleneck, from a selection, Brora; leather belt, £125, Mackenzie and George; skirt, from a selection, Winser London; suede and calf hair boots, £275, Camilla ElphickFrom top left to bottom left: Leather belt, £95, Mackenzie & George (available in extended sizes), Woven, £48, Reiss; Leather leopard, £22, John Lewis. From top centre to bottom centre: Benedetta Bruzziches Rhinestone embellished, £235, Selfridges; Loewe Leather logo, £250, Net-a-Porter; Pearl buckle leather, £35, stories.com.

Sarah Chapman’s Skinesis Salon. She injects a liquid hyaluronic acid called Belotero Revive, which disperses under the skin to give it a mega moisture shot and leaves it feeling bouncy, glowing and plump.I know seeing these experts isn’t possible for many people suffering with sensitive skin, but the good news is there are now a new slew of online services like Get Harley and Skin & Me that offer virtual consultations with derm- trained medical professionals.And to finish on a high.

A former researcher has blasted Kirstie Allsopp over alleged “diva demands” on her ­property show and claims it cons viewers.

Chloe Kim has lost one of most prized possessions!

A record-high number of LGBTQI characters were seen in regular and recurring roles on US TV in 2021-2022, a new report from GLAAD has revealed.GLAAD’s Where We Are on TV report analysed primetime scripted series regulars and recurring characters on broadcast networks, cable networks and streaming services for the 2021-2022 TV season.“The growing state of LGBTQ representation on television is a signal that Hollywood is truly starting to recognize the power of telling LGBTQ stories that audiences around the world connect with,” said GLAAD President & CEO Sarah Kate Ellis in a statement. GLAAD said that while there were series with multiple LGBTQI characters like Brooklyn Nine-Nine, All American, Legends of Tomorrow, Station 19, Grey’s Anatomy, Batwoman and Sex Education, there was no primetime broadcast series with majority LGBTQI characters.Stills from Pose (left) & Sex Education (right).GLAAD recorded 637 LGBTQ characters on these platforms. Streaming services led the list with 358 LGBTQ characters, which included 245 LGBTQ series regulars and 113 LGBTQ recurring characters. There were 141 LGBTQI characters on scripted broadcast primetime programming, including 92 regular and 49 recurring characters.

Ralf Rangnick has set Manchester United a challenge to reduce the number of shots they face on target and, in turn, their over-reliance on goalkeeper David de Gea.

Kate Ferdinand has candidly spoken about the awkward and “graphic” conversations she has had with her step children.The 29 year old former The Only Way Is Essex star is step mother to her husband Rio Ferdinand’s three children Lorenz, 13, Tate, 11, and Tia, nine. But, her three step children are keen to have their brood expand.

Rio Ferdinand joined a Black Lives Matter protest in London with his family.The footballer said it was ’emotional’ joining the demonstration alongside wife Kate and his three children Lorenz, 13, Tate, 11, and Tia, nine.He posted a string of Instagram photos of the five of them among the crowd, wearing masks over their mouths and noses to protect themselves during the coronavirus pandemic.In the caption, Rio said: ‘Taking my family to Parliament Square today to be a part of the protest was very emotional. The importance of supporting such a cause can not be underestimated.‘Educating the next generation is an absolute must.

Manchester United hero Rio Ferdinand has jokingly revealed that he has been close to killing one of his three children while homeschooling them during lockdown.Ferdinand's children - named Tate, Lorenz and Tia - have been educated at home since schools closed across the country at the end of March.Some schools have started to reopen with coronavirus precautions in place but many parents are still fearful of sending youngsters back in case the contract the deadly disease.But it sounds like Ferdinand will be all too happy to send his kids back to school after he depicted the struggles of homeschooling.Speaking on BBC's Peter Crouch: Save Our Summer, Ferdinand went into detail about how he is coping with his kids being at home during

Kate Ferdinand says she has been having some awkward conversations with her young step-children about sex and reproduction.

Rio and Kate Ferdinand have reflected on an emotional day after attending the Black Lives Matter march on Saturday in London. Kate, 29, who is a step-mother to Rio’s children, said she was “overwhelmed” as she shared photos from the protests in support of the Black Lives Matter movement following the killing of George Floyd.

Kate Ferdinand broke down in tears after her stepson penned a heartfelt tribute to the star on her birthday. The former TOWIE cast member celebrated her 29th birthday in lockdown – and was surrounded by husband Rio and his three children, Lorenz, 13, Tate, 11, and nine-year-old Tia for her special day.Taking to social media, the fitness fanatic reposted a number of birthday wishes from friends and family, including one from Lorenz, Rio's eldest child with late ex-wife Rebecca Ellison.Posting a family picture, Lorenz wrote: "Kate Ferdinand love you loads thank you for everything you do," alongside a red love heart emoji.Clearly taken aback with the public display of affection, Kate wrote: "Ok you're making me cry again.

Kate Ferdinand was reduced to tears after Rio Ferdinand's son Lorenz unveiled a touching birthday tribute on social media for his step mum.

KATE Ferdinand was left in tears last night as Rio's son Lorenz shared a touching tribute to his step-mum on her birthday. The former Towie star celebrated her 29th birthday at home with husband Rio, 41, and his kids Lorenz, 13, Tate, 11, and Tia, nine.

Rio Ferdinand's son Lorenz has made a touching tribute to his stepmum Kate on her 29th birthday. Kate celebrated her special day in lockdown on Wednesday, but was surrounded by her family as she marked the occasion.

Kate Ferdinand went all out for her 29th birthday with a stunning quarantine party with her loved ones.

KATE Ferdinand showed fans her amazing lockdown birthday with balloons, wine and a chill-out zone in the garden. The former Towie star celebrated her 29th birthday at home with husband Rio, 41, and his kids Lorenz, 13, Tate, 11, and Tia, nine.

Kate Ferdinand was seen getting all emotional as she celebrated her 29th birthday, thanks to a very cute message from her step-son Lorenz.