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‘We enjoy being by the pool, partying, fine dining, playing tennis and hanging out‘ The tropical Thai island of Phuket has a dreamlike quality. Over the rainforest-fringed beaches soar mountain peaks, from which you can see dozens of rocky islets scattered across the ocean as if by a giant hand. Here, all of nature looks larger and brighter than life. But for avant-garde jeweller Corina Mihaila Larpin, who has a home here, it’s the flowers that are most inspirational. She has found a way to capture their intense colours and sculptural shapes forever – in precious gems. The designs she creates for celebrities including Madonna, Lady Gaga and Beyoncé are nothing if not dramatic, and the same is true of the villa she and husband Christian have built. STUNNING BACKDROP…

‘My mum has made me the person I am today. I trust her opinion more than anyone else’s’ Welcoming HELLO! into her newly renovated dream home is a proud moment for Saffron Barker. Not only has the YouTuber bought the property, then designed and overseen a renovation, she’s done all this in her early 20s. “Every time I pull into my driveway, I think to myself: ‘I can’t believe this is mine.’ It genuinely is everything I’ve ever dreamt of,” says the former Strictly Come Dancing star. Saffron, now 22, has been joined by her mum Wendy for this exclusive photoshoot and interview at her incredible Sussex home, which features a home cinema, gym and walk-in closet, and while many people her age are still living at home, she is…

When Daisy Lowe’s closest friends threw her a baby shower in London on International Women’s Day, there was plenty to celebrate – and no need to ask “who’s round?” Glowing with health, the model proudly dressed her glorious baby bump in sparkles for the event, which included afternoon tea at the Hotel Café Royal. Daisy, 34, announced her pregnancy in October, when she told fans on Instagram that she and her fiancé, property developer Jordan Saul (together right), were “bursting at the seams with happiness”. An advocate of body positivity who has always been ahead of the curve when it comes to bucking the trend for models without them, she has said: “It has been the ethos of my entire career: not fitting into the mould and loving my natural…

‘Everyone associated with our city is delighted that you’ve made this visit’ The King and Queen Consort began a busy week of engagements with a visit to Colchester Castle in Essex to help the former town celebrate its new city status. Their Majesties were greeted by flag-waving schoolchildren and a guard of honour, with one girl handing the monarch a drawing of him bearing the words “Best King”. Colchester was the Roman invaders’ first capital in Britain and was one of eight towns given city status last year to mark the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee. Inside the castle, Mayor of Colchester Tim Young told the royal visitors: “Some have argued that it took only 2,000 years and five bids to restore the title of city that the Romans gave us when…

He is the photographer the royal family trust with some of their most special milestones and he has witnessed many of the most important moments of their lives. Now, Getty Images royal photographer Chris Jackson (below) has published a book that takes readers behind the scenes of some of his most captivating images of the King and Queen Consort. In Charles III: A King and his Queen, Chris recounts how he captured many of his most famous shots while keeping up with the King’s relentless work schedule – from lying on the floor of an Indian temple to the hilarious stunt that left His Majesty and his loved ones laughing for the camera. Over the next eight pages, he shares a selection of his favourite photographs from the book and…

Subscribe to HELLO! this week and receive Scentschool in a Box, an interactive fragrance experience from independent, sustainable British brand Floral Street, worth £41. Use the unique code to watch an explanatory online video and enjoy rub’n’release ingredient cards for the eight mini perfumes in the Discovery Set, plus a voucher to redeem a 10ml Floral Street fragrance worth £28. It’s the perfect treat for Mother’s Day or that special woman in your life. For more information, visit floralstreet.com. VISIT SUBSCRIPTION.CO.UK/HELLO/1780 OR CALL 01858 438430 QUOTING QHE1780 Terms and conditions: Discount offers are for UK residents aged 18 and over only, are for print subscriptions only and are not available for digital subscriptions. All offers are subject to availability. Free gift limited to first 50 annual subscriptions for Direct Debit…

Following on from their surprise engagement in the Maldives, former Strictly Come Dancing star Kristina Rihanoff and her fiancé Ben Cohen have celebrated the occasion with an intimate, star-studded party at the chic five-star Andaz Hotel in the City of London. The bride-to-be, in a Lulu dress from Nadine Merabi, and former rugby union international Ben were joined by 25 of their close friends, including former Strictly pro Oti Mabuse, singer Sinitta, nutritionist Gillian McKeith and TV personality Lizzie Cundy, who turned heads in a figure-hugging lime green dress from Self-Portrait. Kristina, who told hello! ahead of the big night out how she was most looking forward to “sharing that moment with our loved ones”, treated guests to espresso martinis and bellinis before they enjoyed vegan beetroot caviar, corn-fed chicken…

Inspired by nature, wood fragrances can be warm and sensual or earthy and aromatic. There isn’t a single wood note that perfumers weave into scents; they draw on a palette of ingredients, such as creamy sandalwood or smoky guaiac wood and a long list of materials derived from wood, including roots, resins and moss. This spring, we’re spoilt for choice when it comes to new perfumes. Putting paid to the misconception that woody fragrances are masculine, Anine Bing’s Rose Wood eau de parfum, [(5) £130 for 100ml; visit aninebing.com from 21 March] combines bright florals and a smoked rose note with sandalwood. “The long-awaited start of spring in Scandinavia is a memory I have cherished since childhood,” says founder Anine, who grew up in Sweden. “The city reawakens with the…

‘I was so nervous teaching the Princess of Wales med. It was an honour. She was really good’ Dressed for action, the Princess of Wales battled the elements as she took part in army drills with the Irish Guards on Salisbury Plain last week. Kate, 41, threw herself into training exercises during a visit to the 1st Battalion – her first since becoming honorary Colonel of the regiment – amid falling snow and plunging temperatures. Wrapped up in an army camouflage jacket, cargo pants, a beanie hat and a pair of Berghaus hiking boots, the Princess joined in with casualty drills, including a simulated enemy attack, complete with fake gun fire and explosions, which she said “just brought it all to life”. She also treated a soldier with “gunshot wounds”,…

Acrostic Solve the clues and write their answers into the grid. Some of the letters have a code number, which is the same for that letter throughout the puzzle – so this gives you extra clues to other answers. The highlighted column will spell out another word. 1 State capital of Utah (4,4,4) 2 House of Orange-Nassau nation (11) 3 Political leader (9) 4 Sacred, inviolable (10) 5 Glass globe (7,4) 6 Temporary image or text (11) 7 Linked (10) 8 Woodwork (9) 9 Ordinary MP (11) 10 Theatrically (12) Cross ‘n’ Down Just like a regular crossword, but the clues are arranged by row and column, in order of the answers. ACROSS 1 Platform • Throw 2 Much in demand • Compass point 3 Zones • Musical opening 4…

‘Now it’s all about supporting the women. I’m super excited’Chloe It was a mother’s meeting with a mission when HELLO! joined Chloe Gill and some of her famous friends at Isabel Mayfair restaurant in London for a lunch in support of the charity mothers2mothers (m2m). Chloe was accompanied by the event’s token male, her husband JB Gill, who arrived fresh from announcing a new JLS arena tour this year. And the pair were delighted to reveal some extra news – they have become the first family ambassadors for the charity, which delivers life-changing health services to women, children and families in more than 500 locations across ten sub-Saharan African countries. KEEPING IT IN THE FAMILY “Everybody here is very special to me and I appreciate my husband coming – he’s…

For the past one hundred years, Disney has been welcomed into the hearts of audiences in every community. To mark a century of timeless stories and unforgettable characters, Disney has launched the Wonder of Play – a global initiative to inspire families to play together more and enjoy those special moments before children grow up. According to a recent study by Disney*, encouraging children to use their imagination through creative play is proven to reduce anxiety and boost resilience, helping to build a bond with parents, siblings and caregivers. For many of us, Disney has become a cherished partner in shared play, with its characters, stories and products sparking happiness and joy. The Wonder of Play campaign highlights how shared imaginative play is crucial to a child’s development, so this…

HUMMINGBIRD CAKE Serves 8-10 Takes 1 hour 15 minutes, plus cooling INGREDIENTS For the cake • 3 eggs• 175g/6oz caster sugar• 250ml/9fl oz sunflower oil• 2 ripe bananas, mashed• 100g/4oz pecan nuts, broken into pieces• 250g/9oz finely chopped fresh or canned pineapple, drained, 2 tbsp of juice reserved• 325g/11½oz plain flour• 2 tsp ground cinnamon• ½ tsp freshly grated nutmeg• 1½ tsp bicarbonate of soda• 1 tsp salt• 50g/2oz pecan nuts, for decoration (optional) For the cream cheese frosting • 200g/7oz full-fat cream cheese• 125g/4½oz unsalted butter, softened• 500g/1lb 2oz icing sugar• 2 tsp pure vanilla extract• Finely grated zest of 1 lemon 1. Preheat the oven to 180°C, fan 160°C, gas 4. Grease 2 x 20cm/8in sandwich tins and line with baking parchment. 2. In a large mixing bowl,…

TV A TOWN CALLED MALICE Dougray Scott and Martha Plimpton star in this eight-part series about a 1980s South London crime family called the Lords, who flee to the Costa del Sol following a gangland battle in the hopes of reinventing themselves and recapturing their former glory. Launching on Sky Max on 16 March at 9pm. BOOK NOW KEW THE MUSIC London’s hottest picnic concerts return to Kew Gardens this summer with a host of headliners – including Jack Savoretti, The Human League and Jools Holland – hitting the stage at the weeklong festivities. There’s also an open-air bar and street food to accompany the tunes. 11-16 July. Visit kewthemusic.org. TOUR DICK AND DOM IN DA BUNGALOW LIVE Bafta-winning duo Dick and Dom celebrate 20 years of their hit children’s…

As the mum of three young children, you may expect Vogue Williams’s idea of being spoilt on Mother’s Day to involve some quiet me time. But that’s not the case. “I should be locking myself in my bedroom on my own to read my book because I’m allowed, because it’s Mother’s Day, but that’s not what I enjoy the most,” says the 37-year-old podcaster, presenter and entrepreneur in this exclusive chat with HELLO!. “My ideal Mother’s Day is having a roast, being at home, relaxing with the kids and maybe going for a nice walk.” Such is the importance of Mother’s Day for Vogue – who has Theodore, four, Gigi, two, and Otto, one next month, with husband Spencer Matthews – that she changed her travel plans to be able…

‘The King has been pleased to confer the Dukedom upon the Prince Edward’ He was promised it on his wedding day, more than two decades ago, and now Prince Edward has been given the title the Duke of Edinburgh by his eldest brother the King, honouring the wishes of their parents. The new Duke takes on the title most recently used by his father Prince Philip, while his wife Sophie becomes the Duchess. Their son James, Viscount Severn, 15, inherits his father’s former title of Earl of Wessex, while their 19-year-old daughter Lady Louise Windsor’s title remains unchanged. Announcing the news on 10 March, Edward’s birthday, Buckingham Palace said in a statement: “His Majesty the King has been pleased to confer the Dukedom of Edinburgh upon the Prince Edward… on…

The Queen Consort celebrated International Women’s Day by inviting a group of inspirational women to Buckingham Palace for a star-studded reception. Her Majesty welcomed the group to the White Drawing Room, where famous names included actress Sarah Lancashire, Strictly Come Dancing winner Rose Ayling-Ellis, Prime Minister Rishi Sunak’s wife Akshata Murty and British-Iranian former prisoner Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe. Joining them were musical theatre star Elaine Paige, Leader of the House of Commons Penny Mordaunt and Afrobeats singer Tiwa Savage. Chatting to Happy Valley star Sarah, Her Majesty revealed that, like so many of us, she had been hooked on the Bafta-winning police drama series, which recently came to its thrilling conclusion after three series. Telling the actress that she was “wonderful” in her role as Police Sergeant Catherine Cawood, Her Majesty…

In keeping with Islamic tradition, the Princess of Wales covered her hair with a headscarf for a visit with her husband the Prince to a Muslim community centre in West London last week. Kate wore a delicately embroidered black-and-white headscarf by Pakistani brand Elan, with a black Alexander McQueen pleated dress under a Catherine Walker coat in the same colour. The royal couple showed further respect for their hosts by removing their shoes before entering the centre, which is also a mosque. Praising the “amazing” efforts of fundraisers helping people whose lives have been devastated by the earthquakes in Turkey and Syria, Prince William and Kate met aid workers and volunteers at the Hayes Muslim Centre to thank them for helping the Disasters Emergency Committee (DEC) raise more than £121m…

Stars of the stage and screen shared anecdotes before Dame Joan Collins arrived to read a poem There really is nothing like a dame, as Gyles Brandreth proved last week when he gathered together a few of his favourites for a special birthday celebration. The TV and radio broadcaster, author and former MP arranged the event – titled GOSH! It’s Gyles & Judi and All the Dames! – at the London Palladium with his friend Dame Judi Dench to mark his 75th birthday and raise funds for the Great Ormond Street Hospital Children’s Charity. Joining them were veteran stars of the stage, screen and catwalk – all Dames: Eileen Atkins, Baroness (Floella) Benjamin, Sheila Hancock, Lesley (Twiggy) Lawson, Maureen Lipman, Joanna Lumley, Patricia Routledge, Penelope Wilton and Harriet Walter. They…

To celebrate International Women’s Day, hello! shone a light on the work of mothers2mothers (m2m) and anti-FGM (female genital mutilation) campaigner Hibo Wardere during an inspirational panel discussion. Stars including Natalie Pinkham, Kelly Hoppen and Amanda Wakeley were among the VIPs present at Marks & Spencer’s headquarters in London, while our creative brand ambassador Rosie Nixon was co-host. They were joined by a number of remarkable female changemakers, including Emma France, global development and strategic engagement director at m2m, and Makeletso Khomonngoe, one of the charity’s ambassadors, plus Marks & Spencer’s co-chief executive Katie Bickerstaffe and director of corporate affairs Victoria McKenzie-Gould. In a moving conversation, the group (above, from left: Katie, Victoria, Rosie, Makeletso, Hibo and Emma) talked about how small acts of kindness can make a huge difference and…

Niseko STAY Nature takes centre stage at Zaborin (2), a one-of-a-kind ryokan hidden in the snowy Hanazono forest. Fires crackle in the high-ceilinged lounge, books on everything from Japanese birds to the art of sculpture line the shelves and at breakfast, deliciously flaky pastries are served on hot volcanic stones. It’s magic – even the briefest of stints here will prove restorative. TASTE At the foot of the Hirafu slopes, The Day: Mountain Kiosk serves single-origin drip coffee in warm, timber-clad surrounds. Small but perfectly formed Nakama, in neighbouring Kutchan, offers irresistible ume shio ramen and for a kaiseki experience that shifts with the seasons, Rakuichi Soba can’t be beaten. The menu at Kamimura, including Hokkaido live scallop with seaweed and lemon dashi, reads like a love letter to local…