Did Meghan Markle take style inspiration from Wallis Simpson for her Oprah interview?

Meghan Markle‘s glamorous look for her bombshell Oprah interview is drawing comparisons with fellow American Wallis Simpson, the woman for whom Prince Harry‘s great-uncle King Edward VIII abdicated his throne.   In teaser clips for the Duke and Duchess’ highly-anticipated primetime interview, the pregnant 39-year-old can be seen wearing a $4,700 black dress by Armani that was … Read more

Elyse Knowles baby name: Did she take inspiration from Chris Hemsworth?

An inspired choice! Did Elyse Knowles look to Byron Bay pal and neighbour Chris Hemsworth for help when naming her baby? By Louise Starkey For Daily Mail Australia Published: 01:18 GMT, 2 March 2021 | Updated: 01:25 GMT, 2 March 2021 They have become good friends with actor Chris Hemsworth since moving to Byron Bay … Read more

Max Mara takes inspiration from the Queen’s off-duty wardrobe for its 70th anniversary show

Padded jackets, headscarves and sturdy leather brogues have long been staple items of the Queen’s off-duty wardrobe. Now Her Majesty’s countryside chic has made it onto the catwalk, having inspired Italian fashion house Max Mara’s 70th anniversary ‘platinum jubilee’ show in Milan. Presenting its autumn/winter 2021 collection via a virtual runway staged at the Trienalle … Read more

Jewellery designer Connie Nam reveals the inspiration behind her business

My lightbulb moment: Jewellery designer Connie Nam reveals the inspiration behind her business Connie Nam founded Astrid & Miyu to create unique and accessible jewellery  Her famous fans include Georgia May Jagger, Jessica Alba and Holly Willoughby She lives in London with husband Joe and her kids, Summer, three, and Skye, two Connie said putting some … Read more

ADRIAN THRILLS: Mild man of rock David Gray finds inspiration on the Emerald Isle 

DAVID GRAY: Skellig (Laugh A Minute) Rating: Verdict: Windswept and dramatic SG LEWIS: Times (PMR) Rating: Verdict: Kitchen dance party EDIE BRICKELL & NEW BOHEMIANS: Hunter And The Dog Star (Thirty Tigers) Rating: Verdict: Pop with bark and bite When David Gray topped the charts with his fourth album White Ladder two decades ago, he was … Read more

Was the ‘It Girl’ of US chess in the 1980s the inspiration for Netflix hit The Queen’s Gambit?

It’s the unlikely hit drama exploring the world of competitive chess, with its star in line for awards after her gripping performance as the glamorous genius who destroys her opponents. But what many of those hooked on The Queen’s Gambit won’t realise is that chess prodigy Beth Harmon is based on a real person. Some … Read more

My lightbulb moment: Fashion guru Jacynth Bassett reveals the inspiration behind her business

My lightbulb moment: Fashion guru Jacynth Bassett reveals the inspiration behind her business Jacynth Bassett founded The Bias Cut, the first age-inclusive online boutique Her inspiration came when her mother Marilyn was ignored when shopping  Jacynth was frustrated so she created a shop that celebrates women over 40 Her clothes are now worn by Prue … Read more

My lightbulb moment: Ethical jeweller Jessica Warch reveals the inspiration behind her business

My lightbulb moment: Ethical jeweller Jessica Warch reveals the inspiration behind her business Jessica Warch co-founded sustainable jewellery company Kimai in 2018  She set up the business with her friend Sidney Neuhaus, 27, who lives in London They now have 40 designs on their website and a range of engagement rings By Florence Scordoulis For The … Read more

Rishi Sunak: Oxford scientist Professor Sarah Gilbert is a kick-butt inspiration to my daughters

Chancellor Rishi Sunak reveals the female scientist who led the team that developed the Oxford coronavirus vaccine has become a ‘kick-butt’ inspiration to his two daughters Professor Sarah Gilbert led the team that developed the Oxford Covid vaccine Rishi Sunak said she was an ‘inspiration’ to his daughters Krishna and Anoushka Chancellor and his wife encourage their … Read more

Myleene Klass jokes she’s taken style inspiration from Zorro

Myleene Klass jokes she’s taken style inspiration from Zorro as she dons a large fedora and a monochrome suit to present Smooth Radio show By Connie Rusk For Mailonline Published: 10:53 GMT, 3 February 2021 | Updated: 11:51 GMT, 3 February 2021 Myleene Klass joked she had taken style inspiration from Zorro as she made … Read more