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Thursday, 1 August 2013

BABS: Will Olivia Hallinan get an Abbey outcome? Actress challenges creator Julian Fellowes to write her a part

RICHARD KAY: Will baby faced Olivia get an Abbey outcome? Actress challenges creator Julian Fellowes to write her a part

PUBLISHED: 02:08, 1 August 2013 | UPDATED: 11:05, 1 August 2013

Baby face: Olivia Hallinan has struggled to find suitable roles since starring in the BBC's Larkrise To Candleford

Flame-haired actress Olivia Hallinan is fed up. The 29-year-old rose to fame in the BBC’s Lark Rise To Candleford five years ago but has since found it difficult to find roles to suit her youthful looks.

‘I don’t get parts my age ever and that is frustrating because I have a baby face and tend to look much younger on screen,’ says Olivia, who studied drama at Manchester University and is due to appear in an episode of Sky One comedy Chickens.

In fact, she moans, the auditions are becoming ever more problematic.

‘You tend to see the same faces,’ she tells me.

‘It is more of a question of being seen for the right parts, because the casting directors don’t see as many people as they used to.

‘I mean, I love period dramas and I actually miss wearing the corsets because — funnily enough — being squeezed in all the time keeps you in shape.’

So Olivia has a challenge for Downton Abbey writer Julian Fellowes.

‘I would love to be reunited with Brendan Coyle, who plays Mr Bates and was my father in Larkrise,’ she says.

‘Come on Julian, write me a part! I would love to play a troublemaker and cause some real controversy.’

Thursday, 11 July 2013

Jenna-Louise Coleman dazzles in fun and flirty floral dress... as Laura Whitmore vamps it up in thigh-split leather mini at fashion party

Pretty vs punky! Jenna-Louise Coleman dazzles in fun and flirty floral dress... as Laura Whitmore vamps it up in thigh-split leather mini at fashion party

By LOUISE SAUNDERS

PUBLISHED: 23:17, 11 July 2013 | UPDATED: 00:07, 12 July 2013

They were attending the same fashion party alongside a star-studded crowd.

But Jenna-Louise Coleman and Laura Whitmore opted for very different ensembles as they strutted their stuff at the Lulu Guinness: Paint Project launch at London's Old Sorting Office venue on Thursday night.

Going head-to-head in the sartorial stakes in a pretty versus punky showdown, the Doctor Who star looked effortlessly chic in a fun and flirty floral dress as she posed up a storm on the red carpet.

Punky vs pretty: Laura Whitmore and Jenna-Louise Coleman opted for very different ensembles as they strutted their stuff at the Lulu Guinness: Paint Project launch at London's Old Sorting Office venue on Thursday

The 27-year-old actress teamed her pretty tea dress with a stylish tassel-detail shrug, while teetering on a pair of skyscraper wide-strap heels.

Jenna-Louise toted a Lulu Guinness clutch bag and completed her look with natural make-up to accentuate her stunning features, while wearing her shiny brunette locks in bouncy curls around her shoulders.

Opting for a completely different direction with her look, Laura opted for a punky vibe to her ensemble, showing off a fair amount of thigh in a daring leather skirt with a soaring slit up one side.

Summer chic: The Doctor Who star looked effortlessly chic in a fun and flirty floral tea dress, which she teamed with a stylish tassel-detail shrug

Impeccable: Jenna-Louise toted a Lulu Guinness clutch bag and completed her look with natural make-up to accentuate her stunning features

Keeping the rest of her ensemble relatively simple, the 28-year-old TV presenter teamed her vampy skirt with a low-key white T-shirt, gold pendants and towering black ankle strap wedge heels.

Opting for her signature eyeliner flicks and berry lips, the Irish beauty wore her blonde locks tumbling in loose waves around her shoulders.

Joining the stylish duo on the red carpet at the Lulu Guinness bash as the British fashion label launched its collaboration with Beautiful Crime and their artist Joseph Steele was Zoe Hardman, who showed off her toned and tanned pins in a sheer white top and flirty nude shorts.

Vamping it up: Laura opted for a punky vibe to her ensemble, showing off a fair amount of thigh in a daring leather skirt with a soaring slit up one side, which she teamed with a low-key white T-shirt

The thigh's the limit! Opting for her signature eyeliner flicks and berry lips, the Irish beauty wore her blonde locks tumbling in loose waves around her shoulders

The TV presenter completed her party look with the signature Lulu Guinness lips clutch bag and skyscraper red suede stilettos.

Fellow TV host Zara Martin appeared to have opted for a bondage-inspired minidress and black leather ankle boots, while Radio 1's Jameela Jamil looked striking with a pillar box red cardigan draped over her shoulders as she posed on the red carpet.

Fresh Meat actress Gemma Chan scored fashion points, looking impeccably chic in a navy printed jumpsuit, which she teamed with strappy nude heels and the Lulu Guinness lips bag in nude.

Dramatic ensembles: Zara Martin appeared to have opted for a bondage-inspired minidress and black leather ankle boots, while Radio 1's Jameela Jamil looked striking with a pillar box red cardigan draped over her

All together now: Antonia Thomas, Lulu Guinness, Gemma Chan, Olivia Hallinan and Jameela Jamil all posed on the red carpet together before heading into the bash

A tale of two outfits: Fresh Meat actress Gemma Chan looked impeccably chic in a navy printed jumpsuit, while former EastEnders star Preeya Kalidas appeared to have opted for a schoolgirl vibe to her party outfit

Friends reunited: The female attendees at the bash certainly seemed thrilled to have bumped into each other on the red carpet, hugging and kissing each other as the photographers snapped away

Former EastEnders star Preeya Kalidas appeared to have opted for a schoolgirl vibe to her party outfit in a white cut-out detail shirt and monochrome flared skater skirt.

And the female attendees at the bash certainly seemed thrilled to have bumped into each other on the red carpet, hugging and kissing each other as the photographers snapped away.

Elsewhere, JLS singer JB Gill cut a dapper figure in a baby pink blazer, white shirt and white ripped jeans as he posed alongside his dancer girlfriend, Chloe Tangney, whol looked great in a vibrant floral dress and red strappy sandals.

Strutting their stuff: Lady Victoria Hervey chose a classically elegant gunmetal grey skater minidress, while TV presenter Zoe Hardman showed off her toned and tanned pins in a sheer white top and flirty nude shorts

Cute couple: JLS singer JB Gill cut a dapper figure in a baby pink blazer, white shirt and white ripped jeans as he posed alongside his dancer girlfriend, Chloe Tangney, whol looked great in a vibrant floral dress and red strappy sandals

Understated chic: Actress Olivia Hallinan channelled summer brights in an orange and navy mullet-hem gown, while socialite Lady Mary Charteris dressed down in jeans and a plunging lace top

Lady Victoria Hervey chose a classically elegant gunmetal grey skater minidress, while actress Olivia Hallinan channelled summer brights in an orange and navy mullet-hem gown, which she teamed with the yellow version of the lips clutch bag.

Also in attendance at the Lulu Guinness bash on Thursday night was the likes of actress Oona Chaplin, socialite Lady Mary Charteris and Scottish singer Tallia storm.

Fashionable crowd: Game Of Thrones actress Oona Chaplin proudly showed off her Lulu Guinness handbag on the red carpet, while Scottish singer Tallia storm posed up a storm

Prom princess: Soprano singer Natalie Coyle looked chose a pretty leopard print dress with a full tutu skirt

Friday, 15 March 2013

Laura Whitmore leads the way as Roxanne McKee and Gemma Chan vamp it up at fashion bash

Leather must be on trend, then! Laura Whitmore leads the way as Roxanne McKee and Gemma Chan vamp it up at fashion bash

By LOUISE SAUNDERS

PUBLISHED: 07:09, 15 March 2013 | UPDATED: 10:06, 15 March 2013

The spring season may be fast approaching but it would seem one of winter's key trends is well and truly here to stay.

Laura Whitmore led the way as a whole host of stars chose to channel their inner rock chicks with an array of vampy leather ensembles as they attended the Patrick Hellmann store launch party in London on Thursday night.

Attending yet another midweek bash, the 27-year-old TV presenter opted for a fierce leather trench coat by Gerard Darel as she posed up a storm on the red carpet.

Trend-setter: Laura Whitmore led the way as a whole host of stars chose to channel their inner rock chicks with an array of vampy leather ensembles as they attended the Patrick Hellmann store launch party in London on Thursday night

Featuring on-trend zip and stud detail, the belted mac showed off the MTV host's enviably slim waist to perfection, while her long blonde locks were coiffed to perfection around her shoulders.

Adding contrast to her rocker coat, Laura accessoried with a small white French Connection shoulder bag.

The star kept the rest of her look simple in black tailored cigarette pants and a yellow knitted jumper as she chatted to comedian Leigh Francis and fellow TV presenter Amanda Byram inside the bash.

Rock chick: The 27-year-old TV presenter looked fierce in her stylish belted Gerard Darel mac as she hit the red carpet at yet another bash

Vamping it up: Former Hollyoaks actress Roxanne McKee added a touch of sassiness to her pretty navy blue Peter Pan collar dress with a pair of sexy thigh-high leather boots

Hell for leather: Gemma Chan gave her preppy ensemble an injection of rock chick by teaming a black leather biker jacket with a grey tweed skirt and a simple baby pink top, while Radio 1's Gemma Cairney rocked out in a leather pencil skirt

Hell for leather: Gemma Chan teamed a black leather biker jacket with her preppy ensemble, while Radio 1's Gemma Cairney rocked out in a leather pencil skirt

And the Irish beauty couldn't seem to hide her delight at finding her fashion-forward coat, writing on her Twitter page: 'FINALLY found a leather trench coat!!! @gerard_darel and a little @fcuk bag for contrast.'

Laura led the charge of celebrities who vamped up casual looks with a little leather for the evening.
Former Hollyoaks actress Roxanne McKee added a touch of sassiness to her pretty navy blue Peter Pan collar dress with a pair of sexy thigh-high leather boots.

Meanwhile, Fresh Meat star Gemma Chan gave her preppy ensemble an injection of rock chick by teaming a black leather biker jacket with a grey tweed pencil skirt and a simple baby pink top.

In with the in crowd: Leigh Francis evidently got the memo about leather being in, and wore a black leather biker jacket and grey bowler hat

New pals: The comedian appeared to be entertaining Irish TV presenters Amanda Byram and Laura Whitmore inside the bash

Radio 1 DJ Gemma Cairney chose a fierce black leather pencil skirt, which she teamed with a black Lycra top and patterned tights as she posed up a storm on the red carpet.

Comedian Leigh Francis evidently got the memo too, teaming a leather biker jacket with a simple black shirt and tailored trousers, while accessorising with a grey bowler hat.

Actress Olivia Hallinan also opted for a largely black ensemble, teaming a black minidress with opaque tights and a stylish gold spike-detail shrug, while injecting a touch of sunshine with a bright yellow Lulu Guinness lip-shaped clutch bag.

Party time! Olivia Hallinan also rocked out an all-black ensemble, while Amanda Byram stood out from the crowd in a pretty spring ensemble, teaming a coral top with a high-waisted pastel block skirt

Date night: JLS singer JB Gill cut a dapper figure as he attended with his dancer girlfriend Chloe Tangney

Girls' night out: Zoe Hardman chose a smart navy blue skirt suit for her red carpet appearance, while fellow presenter Laura Hamilton showed off her slim figure in a form-fitting emerald green midi-dress

Amanda Byram stood out from the crowd in a pretty spring ensemble, teaming a coral top with a high-waisted pastel block skirt and tan stiletto heels.

Zoe Hardman chose a smart navy blue skirt suit for her red carpet appearance, while fellow presenter Laura Hamilton showed off her slim figure in a form-fitting emerald green midi-dress and nude peep-toe heels.

Representing the boys for the evening was JLS singer JB Gill, who attended with his dancer girlfriend Chloe Tangney, and male model Oliver Cheshire, with both wearing specially tailored suits from the Patrick Hellmann Collection.

Model behaviour: Male model Oliver Cheshire turned out without his pop princess girlfriend Pixie Lott in tow

Monday, 26 November 2012

Alesha Dixon shines in fluorescent peach dress at the BAFTA Children's Awards

A dazzler of a dress: Alesha Dixon shines in fluorescent peach dress at the BAFTA Children's Awards

By SARAH FITZMAURICE and OWEN TONKS

PUBLISHED: 19:45, 25 November 2012 | UPDATED: 12:24, 26 November 2012

It's a dress

that was made to be noticed.

And on Sunday night Alesha Dixon shone bright in her fluorescent peach dress as she took to the red carpet at the BAFTA Children's Awards.

The 34-year-old singer and TV presenter teamed the bold number with a pair of strappy gold heels.

Peach treat: Alesha Dixon wore a bold and bright dress to the BAFTA Children's Awards

The vibrant hue of the dress complemented Alesha's complexion to perfection and she looked stunning.

The short cut of the garment also left Alesha showing off her perfect pins.

The singer was just one famous face to attend the London Hilton Park Lane hotel for the glitzy awards bash.

Perfect pins: The 34-year-old singer and TV presenter flaunted her slim legs in the short dress

Suits her: The vibrant hue of the garment complemented Alesha's complexion to perfection

Stacey Solomon took to the red carpet with her fiancé Aaron Barham and the pair were seen posing up together for pictures ahead of the awards ceremony.

The TV presenter and singer wore a midnight blue gown embellished with sequins and a feathered skirt.

Stacey and Aaron welcomed their first son together in May and are set to wed next year.

Beautiful in blue: Stacey Solomon arrived at the London Hilton Park Lane hotel with her fiancée Andy Barnam

Emerald angel: Lark Rise to Candleford star Olivia Hallinan stunned in a beautiful green dress at the event

Colour pop: Dionne Broomfield wore a black dress with a sequin collar and a pair of bright pink heels

The 16-year-old goddaughter of late singer Amy Winehouse looked older than her years in a simple but stunning black dress with a which buttoned collar.

She added a splash of colour to her outfit by wearing a pair of shocking pink high-heeled shoes.

The up and coming singer was joined at the event by former X Factor stars and children's television favourites Jedward.

They added some glitz night as they walked the red carpet in gold shimmering suits and jackets with metal spikes on the shoulders.

Making an entrance: Jedward twins John and Edward Grimes drew attention from the crowd outside the venue by hanging out the windows of their car and waving to fans

Winning the golden ticket: Jedward have enjoyed attending glamorous events and parties since rising to fame on The X Factor

The changing faces of Jedward: Pop star twins John and Edward Grimes hijack a pair of BAFTA awards and hide behind them on the red carpet at the event

Keeping the crowd entertained: The former X Factor and Celebrity Big Brother stars were guests at the awards after making numerous appearance on children's television shows in recent years

The twins arrived in style and hung out the windows of their chauffeur driven Mercedes at the event in London.

The pop stars were joined by fellow children's TV stars Richard McCourt and Dominic Wood who are known for co-presenting Dick & Dom.

They dressed smartly for the occasion and looked classy in black suits but gave their outfits a casual touch by opting not to wear a tie and leaving their collars unbuttoned.

Always ready to entertain: Dick & Dom stars Richard McCourt and Dominic Wood joke about on the red carpet in their smart attire

Going solo: Outnumbered star Tyger Drew-Honey posed alone on the red carpet at the BAFTA Children's Awards on Sunday night

Doing it for the kids: Former Hollyoaks actress Carley Stenson looks smart as she poses on the red carpet and the British Academy Children's Awards

Former Hollyoaks star Carley also looked stylish as she walked along the red carpet in a black and white outfit.

She added a touch of sparkle by wearing a simple pair of glittering silver earrings and she wore her blonde hair up on top of her head.

And Kye Sones made use of some free time and attended the event after being voted off of the current series of The X Factor in week five of the competition earlier this month.

He wore a navy blue suit and a silky red tie which he tucked under his jacket and over a white shirt.

However, he still added a touch of rock star style by wearing a pair of circular black earrings.

Relishing his new found star status: Kye Sones looked smart in a navy blue suit on the red carpet at the event

Glamming it up: Children's television host Anna Williamson and actress Kemi Majeks look stylish in their dresses on Sunday night

Looking fly: McFly stars Dougie Poynter and Tom Fletcher looked dapper on the red carpet at the awards

Children's television presenter Anna Williamson looked glamorous as her curly blonde hair tumbled down onto her shoulders and she added a touch of marine life to her outfit by holding a clutch bag in the shape of a sea shell in her hand.

Actress Kemi Majeks showed off her hourglass figure in a sheer purple dress with black lace panels which she teamed with a pair of black leggings underneath and a pair of high-heeled shoes.

Meanwhile, Blue Peter presenter Helen Skelton looked stunning in a floor-length black gown and Nickelodeon actress Alexandre Shipp wore a multicoloured dress with a pair of black tights.

Looking electric: Disney Channel star Electra Formosa dazzles on the red carpet as she poses and smiles at the awards

Glamour girls: Blue Peter presenter Helen Skelton looked stunning in a floot-length gown while actress Alexandra Shipp added a multicoloured outfit

Glamour girls: Blue Peter presenter Helen Skelton looked stunning in a floor-length gown while actress Alexandra Shipp added a multicoloured outfit

Night off from the ballroom: Strictly Come Dancing star Aliona Vilani looked stunning in a black lace dress at the BAFTA Children's Awards in London on Sunday night

BAFTA Children's Awards winners

:: Special award - Brian Cosgrove
:: Animation - The Amazing World of Gumball
:: Channel of the Year - CBBC
:: Comedy - Horrible Histories
:: Drama - Roy
:: Entertainment - Friday Download
:: Factual - My Life: Me, My Dad, and His Kidney
:: Feature Film: The Hunger Games
:: Independent Production Company - Blue Zoo Productions
:: Interactive - Nightmare High
:: International - SpongeBob SquarePants
:: Learning - Primary - Seeking Refuge
:: Learning - Secondary - L8R Youngers 2
:: Performer - Khalil Madovi (Josh Carter) - 4 O'Clock Club
:: Pre-School Animation - Peppa Pig
:: Pre-School Live Action - Justin's House
:: Presenter - Justin Fletcher - Something Special
:: Short Film - Share A Story 2011
:: Video Game - Skylanders Spyro's Adventure
:: Writer - Ben Bocquelet, Lames Lamont, Jon Foster - The Amazing World of Gumball

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