Fifty Shades of Grey cast announced! Thoughts?

After what seems like an eternity, the actors who will portray the lead roles of Christian Grey and Anastasia Steele have been announced... and well, no-one is entirely sure who they are.

Well, to be fair after this announcement we can expect multiple news stories and bio's to pop up about the two, so by tomorrow we will be experts in all things Charlie Hunnam and Dakota Johnson.

Author of the erotic fiction, EL James broke the news to her Twitter followers today after months of speculation about who would play her creations in bestselling trilogy, Fifty Shades of Grey.

If you have no idea what I'm on about, you must have been living under a rock for the last 18 months. This piece of literature went global with women everywhere proudly reading their copy on public transport, despite the somewhat racy content!

I got into it pretty late, but can't deny how damn addictive reading it made, so the news that a movie was to follow had me and everyone else in a frenzy in no time.

The two young cast members certainly don't look like my Ana and Christian, but maybe that is a good thing. She's pretty, innocent looking and has already bared her bum in The Social Network, so I'm sure she'll be fine.

What's more certain is that everyone will be clocking her every move in the lead up, during and post production of the movie, so don't be surprised if you see her popping up in random places or gracing the FROW with her fashionable presence any time soon.

Check out the Daily Mail's coverage of the story here

Li-Lo goes back to her roots

Lindsay Lohan rocking the red: Picture from Daily Mail
Lindsay Lohan has had a rough couple of years and that is putting it mildly. Endless prison stints, drug and alcohol abuse and of course, over bleaching her once gorgeous locks so they resembled nothing more than a stack of straw- that one hit me particularly bad.

Well, it looks like Li-Lo has finally turned a corner. She's cleaned up her act, poked fun at herself on TV and has landed the role of Elizabeth Turner in an upcoming movie.

But nothing cheers me up more than seeing the once fabulous actress return to her roots, sort out her fashion sense and stop pumping collagen into her lips.

Yes, it really seems like she is back on track with gorgeous red locks reminiscent of her early Freaky Friday/Mean Girl days and outfits which don't make me want to weep.

Forget if she can actually resurrect her career, as long as she carries on looking pretty and clean, her fans should return in droves.

In fact, watching Emma Stone in Easy A last night, I couldn't help but notice the striking similarities between her and Lohan. So much so, I kept doing double takes every time my attention wandered away from the screen for a few minutes.

Can Lohan reclaim her teen crown? Well, in all honesty she's past those days and it's a shame because she had so much more to give, but as a credible actress in grown up roles, will people buy into it and more importantly, will anyone actually hire her?

We will see. Until then, loving the hair Li-Lo!

Is Rihanna's new S&M video too racy?

Oooh Rihanna is in hot water again- this time for indulging in a bit of S&M for her new video.

To be fair it is called S&M so it's not like the clue isn't in the name, but to label it 'strictly adults only' as the Daily Mail has done may be going a bit far.

She does strut around in a latex stocking for most of the video, as well as leading Gossip Blogger Perez Hilton around on a leash and eating a banana suggestively, but other than that, well she's just perfectly innocent!

Judge for yourself, personally I've seen worse; don't forget we're responsible for the likes of Secret Diary of a Call Girl and Skins after all.

Gwen Stefani lands L'Oreal deal!

It was only a matter of time before L'Oreal Paris snapped up the gorgeous Gwen Stefani to be one of their spokespeople.

That gal knows how to rock a red pout and now she's signed on to promote their Infallible La Rouge Lip Color.

I was getting pretty disillusioned with their choice of L'Oreal girls when they signed up Cheryl 'limp, lifeless' Cole, but now Gwen's on board, they've rocketed in my estimations.

And it seems she's pretty happy with her new role too, as she gushed: "I can’t believe I get to be one of the L’Oréal Paris girls," the Daily Mail quoted her as saying.

No promo pics have been released yet, but her first ad for the brand is due to debut during the Golden Globes live telecast this Sunday.

I'm practically bursting with excitement...how about you?!

Daybreak Backlash: Is Adrian's bad style to blame?

Daybreak: is Adrian's style sloppy? Copyright ITV
I can think of many reasons about what's wrong with Daybreak, but my main problem is Adrian and his casual wardrobe.

Christine turns up every day looking immaculate, well presented and stylish, while Adrian, in my opinion looks like a granddad.

Messy shirt collar underneath a hideous jumper just looks unprofessional- GMTV’s Ben and Andrew wore smart suits everyday to present and looked all the better for it.

I’m not saying that’s the only problem with the revamped breakfast show, but If I’m thinking this about Adrian’s apparent lack of style, so I suspect, will many others.

Apparently he doesn’t like wearing a tie...ok, so smarten up your act in other ways- a suit would be a start, and don’t come in looking like you’ve just rolled out of bed!

If you think I'm being harsh, check out this article on the Daily Mail!

Lady Gaga meat outfit most requested for Halloween!

Lady Gaga rocking the meat look earlier this year...not my fave outfit of hers!
Yes you really did read the headline correctly...Lady Gaga's oh so controversial meat outfit is now the most wanted costume for Halloween in the States.

Crazy doesn't even begin to cover it... that outfit was panned by half of Hollywood only two months ago and now butchers all across NYC are being inundated with requests!

I know Americans really get into Halloween each year, but surely this is a step too far?

Raw meat dangling off your private bits for a whole night is a touch too far to go to look like your idol, especially when it would be rumoured to cost $2000 to protect your modesty.

Yep, to emulate Lady G, you'd need couture cuts of meat- no scrag end allowed. Saying that, if you're nuts enough to want to try this look, only the best would do!

This kind of story really brightens up my Monday, I don't know about you...Check out the full story on the Daily Mail here

M&S launch bum lift pants...for men!

Bodymax Frontal Enhancement by M&S. Erm, insert caption here!
What will they think of next?! I do love M&S for exactly this reason, they literally will try anything once.

Ladies and gents, may I present the male equivalnet of spanx, which will help shape your man both in the bum and er, other parts.

Yes, there is an option for frontal enhancement, which is actually what M&S have named this particular pant. There's no ambiguity about it!

It uses an 'integral shelf' to give the wearer what the company has described as '38 per cent visual enhancement in size'.

Are you trying not to giggle right now, because I know I am. However the high-street legend seems confident with its new bodymax range for men.

Dave Binns, head of M&S men’s underwear, told the Daily Mail: "Our technologists have worked hard to engineer two styles that are comfortable to wear and that give real results.

"These pants provide a real confidence boost for men and we think they will prove popular with our customers."

There's already a waiting list for the wonder pant, so maybe this is the surprise stocking filler for your man this year ladies...

Check out the full range here

Cheryl Cole makes bondage cool!

Cheryl Cole in Promise This
See, I’ve been a fan of patterned and unusual tights for a while now, but now that Cheryl Cole has decided to get in on the trend, everyone suddenly thinks they are massively cool!

Ok, so granted I’ve never spent £30 on a pair of tights, like Cheryl’s fab bondage ones from Wolford, but there are fashionistas out there that will.

Cheryl's new video for Promise This
I blogged last week about Charnos and their oh- so cute bow tights, and now it seems everyone is ditching boring black for something a bit more quirky.

Well, bondage tights pretty much take the cake when it comes to being ‘out there’ so I reckon they will already be sold out following Chezza’s style seal of approval.

In case you’re wondering, my name is already on the list…
Read the full story from the Daily Mail here

So... Daybreak- What do we think?

Daybreak: Rate or slate so far?

You may recall last week my scathing take on new show Daybreak and its imminent new launch; you know, where I basically said it's going to be tosh? Well, erm, seems I was right.

Alright, it's not awful- but it's bordering on it at times. I don't like the new studio, I don't like the over appreciative crew (they laugh everytime Adrian speaks) and yes, I don't like the Bleakley and Chiles combo first thing in the morning.

He looks like an old owl about to hoot each time he squints at the autocue and she never stops smiling. Seriously, never ever- I think she's incapable of frowning...

Anyway, first day fashion wasn't too bad- they both looked very grown up and professional in muted tones of grey, but admittedly Christine is gorgeous and could make a bin bag look stunning.

This morning she definitely upped the ante though in a psychedelic print sleeveless dress.

That was the best thing about the two and half hour show; I actually spent most of it on google trying to find out where it was from!

If you think I'm being harsh you should read Jan Moir's take on it for the Daily Mail.

I think she's bang on the money with her review though, and makes an interesting tanning analogy to coffee, which may make Christine think twice about flashing her pins on breakfast TV again.

What do you think though, are they a winning combination or a total waste of time?

The One Show: Fashion flops or not?

Jason Manford and Alex Jones on last night's 'The One Show' Copyright BBC

Now that all the fuss has died down a bit, I thought I’d throw my two penny's worth in and give my opinion on the new look ‘One Show’.

Considering I never watched it before Bleakely and Chiles defected to ITV, I’ve got nothing to compare Jason Manford and some Welsh lass called Alex Jones to.

Critics pretty much mauled their appearance on Monday night, with the Daily Mail’s columnist, Amanda Platell slamming the pair for having no chemistry.

Oh, but how opinions have changed two days on now that the viewing figures have been announced. Viewers tuned in in droves to see the pair make their debut and now the Manford and Jones combo has been hailed a massive success. How very fickle.

Anyway, all I’m bothered about is how Alex is faring in the fashion stakes considering she's been likened to a carbon copy of Christine.

Well, she’s pleasant enough with shiny hair and a generous smile, but as for her style? Well, I didn’t like her outfit on Monday night at all- it seemed a bit retro and not cutting edge enough in my view, while Manford’s tomato/burgundy coloured shirt was just plain boring.

As for last night’s offering, well I think they're improving! Alex's pinky plum look was much more flattering, but Jason still has a lot to learn about fashion.

His Purple oddly creased shirt was a big no-no in my eyes- bring him out of the style doldrums and give the man a makeover! He's got all the assets, he just needs to know how to use them.

Celebrity Wedding Weekend!

Well I never, three celebrity weddings in one weekend- Hello magazine must have been beside themselves with glee. I came across all three weddings on the Daily Mail this afternoon and thought Awww, don't they look sweet?!

Kirsty Gallacher, Alicia Keys and Chelsea Clinton were the lucky ladies who tied the knot, and all went for different looks, which is of course why I have a vested interest- the fashion!

Kirsty went demure, Alicia went pretty and Chelsea went pricey; three different brides all working the big white dress look to perfection.

My favourite has to be Kirsty’s dress, as the antique lace looked so ridiculously classy and chic, she could have passed for a modern day Audrey Hepburn.

While Chelsea instead opted for a strapless Ivory gown complete with jewel encrusted middle, which undoubtedly had the wow factor. After spending over £3million on the big day, you would certainly hope it made people gape!

Then there’s the lovely Alicia Keys who looked stunning in a Grecian style asymmetrical gown, complete with a massive baby bump. Glowing with happiness, Alicia gets the award for most relaxed bride me thinks!