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IT’S an outfit donned by mums worldwide on a daily basis.

But according to one stylist, there’s “nothing sexy” about leggings and a jumper – and “nothing about the look that makes you feel good about yourself” either.

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Personal stylist Clodagh has urged mums over 40 to stop wearing leggings[/caption]

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She insisted there are equally stylish outfits that are just as comfortable[/caption]

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And mum-of-three Lesley was stunned when Clo put together some stylish outfits from her wardrobe[/caption]

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This orange jumper worked well with a mustard leather look jacket[/caption]

Clodagh is a personal stylist, who helps “empower” women through their wardrobe choices, and documents the journey in videos on her YouTube and TikTok pages.

In a recent episode of The Clo’s Show, she met up with mum-of-three Lesley, to help her get out of her style rut, and express herself with her outfits.

“I’m a stylist and I work with women every single day that suffer with their style confidence because they have been wearing this uniform of leggings,” she began.

“Are you over 40, feeling meh and still stuck in leggings?” Clo wrote over the top of a TikTok clip of the installment.

“Watch Lesley ditch her leggings and get her confidence back!”

Lesley admitted she was “so stuck in the mindset of the leggings” that she just stuck them on in the morning before the school run.

But when Clo started to show her some other wardrobe options, she began to realise that she would be a lot more confident wearing something else.

And as an added bonus, Lesley already had all the clothes she needed in her wardrobe.

In the first outfit, she wore a pair of wide-legged black trousers and white slogan T-shirt, as she said: “I feel great. I feel very comfortable.

“It’s actually nice to be out of the leggings!”

“So what would stop you in the morning from not wearing this to drop the kids off or go to work in?” Clo asked Lesley.

“Look how happy Lesley was by just getting out of those leggings and putting on a plain pair of black wide leg pants that she bought in Tesco,” she added.

“Look at the difference they make for her confidence!”

“The beauty of this is not only did Lesley not spend a penny, but her confidence has been elevated through the roof and she now understands how easy it is to put fab outfits together and how easy it is to mix and match her stuff,” Clo added in the description for the YouTube video.

People were quick to comment on the video, with many agreeing with Clo’s fashion analysis.

“I refuse to have leggings, tracksuits, baggy tops in my wardrobe,” one wrote.

“I love to wear nice clothes daily – and it’s cheaper than people think.”

“Yes!!!” another said.

“It’s all about how you feel and being in an outfit that makes your feel put together regardless of what you’re doing.”

“I’m 43 and I stopped wearing leggings a few weeks now,” a third commented.

“I’ve a bit of a belly and skinny legs so I looked like Mr Tayto, so stopped wearing them as I felt leggings made my stomach look bigger.”

A PREGNANT Geordie Shore star has sparked health fears while sharing snaps from hospital on a drip. 

Marnie Simpson took to social media to share a photo from A&E, as she told fans she was having a second iron infusion. 

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A pregnant Geordie Shore star has sparked health fears while sharing snaps from hospital on a drip[/caption]

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Marnie Simpson shared a photo saying ‘why am I always anemic’[/caption]

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Marnie Simpson and husband Casey are expecting their third child[/caption]

The 33-year-old shared a photo of the drip, and then another snap from a hospital bed. 

Marnie, who is expecting baby-number-three, this time posted a photo of her hand with the drip in. 

She wrote: “Why am I always anemic,” followed by a crying face emoji. 

Aside from the two hospital photos, Marnie hasn’t yet shared any other updates. 

Marnie is expecting a baby girl with singer partner Casey.

She said the last few months have been hard physically, but she is excited to jump straight back into her content creating after giving birth.

Last month, the star opened up to The Sun in an exclusive chat, saying: “I don’t feel at my most confident right this second, I’ve got to be honest.

“I am six months pregnant and pregnancy isn’t really for me – I find it really tough.

“I’ve been really sick and I’ve really struggled. 

“At this second I don’t feel my sexiest, but since reaching my 30s, I’ve recently felt the most confident within myself, physically, mentally, emotionally.

“I’ve just felt so strong and strong minded and my best.”

The star had a very difficult first birth and while pregnant with her second child she insisted she would not have any more.

She said at the time: “I would not go to three,” she said. “I think you’ve got to find the balance for yourselves.

“We want to enjoy our lives as well. We’ve not waited too long to have kids and I feel like having two, we can give them the best life possible.”

Marnie previously described her first labour, which lasted 28 hours, as traumatic and insisted on having a c-section the second time round.

Marnie was diagnosed with a chronic UTI in 2016 and after giving birth to baby Rox in 2019, her symptoms began to get a lot worse.

Marnie got engaged to X Factor singer Casey back in 2020, and they wed in May 2023.

The pair met on the show Single AF in 2017.

They confirmed their relationship just a few months after the show ended – a move that is against show rules but it didn’t seem to worry the smitten love-birds.

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Last month, the star opened up to The Sun in an exclusive chat, saying: “I don’t feel at my most confident right this second, I’ve got to be honest”[/caption]

A MOTORCYCLIST was mauled to death by a bear moments after taking a smiling selfie with the deadly wild beast.

Omar Farang Zin, 48, was on holiday in Romania when he initiated the unwise encounter.

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A selfie Omar took with the bear – just moments before it mauled him to death[/caption]

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The large brown bear was reportedly with cubs[/caption]

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The beast mauled Omar to death just moments after he uploaded these images to Facebook[/caption]

The Italian was riding along the spectacular Transfagarasan road – famously crowned the “most beautiful in the world” by Jeremy Clarkson on Top Gear.

He encountered a bear on the route, uploading a video of a shaggy beast peering onto the road, and returned the next day in hope of spotting another.

Omar got what he was looking for when he met a bear with cubs wandering around a car park, and stopped to feed it.

That turned out to be a terrible mistake.

A photo found his mobile shows Omar, kitted out in sunnies a helmet for his pleasure ride, grinning and pointing to a brown bear who is standing just metres away.

He also took a video of the predator as it prowled around the area, flicking menacing glares at the camera.

The biker can be heard saying: “Here is the bear! How beautiful! It’s coming towards me,” in his native Italian.

Omar uploaded the video to Facebook – but that would be the last thing he ever did.

Just moments later, the bear charged him and unleashed a ferocious attack.

The beast dragged Omar out of the car park and about 60 metres into a ravine, where it mauled him to death.

Passing motorists witnessed the harrowing scene and immediately called the emergency services.

Police officers, firefighters and forest rangers all rushed to the scene – but Omar could not be saved.

The rescue teams managed to recover his body, which was covered in bite wounds, and took it away for a post-mortem.

Armand Chiriloiu, director of the forest authority, told Romanian newspaper Cancan: “He got off his motorbike and offered some food to the bear.

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Omar spotted this bear the previous day – and returned to see more[/caption]

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The bear was shot dead by rangers following Omar’s death[/caption]

“The Italian tourist’s phone was also found, which contained some photos taken before the attack.

“As the bear approached, he approached. With photos, close-ups.”

The area was cleared following the fatal encounter and the bear was later shot dead.

He also took a video of the bear as he passed it on his bike.

The clip shows a shaggy bear peering onto the road over a barrier as Zin trundles past on his bike.

DEREK Lyng has made two changes from his Kilkenny team that defeated Galway in the Leinster hurling final.

Eoin Cody returns to the side to face Tipperary having been out with a leg injury since Kilkenny’s Leinster round two 2-30 to 2-12 win against Antrim.

The Shamrocks Ballyhale forward scored 1-13 on the day and with the last act of the game he got a goal from a free.

The other change from the Leinster final win comes at the opposite end of the field with corner-back Shane Murphy replacing Tommy Walsh who drops to the bench.

The Glenmore man makes his first championship start since the Leinster round one clash with Galway.

Murphy was absent from all matchday squads following the game and only reappeared on the bench when they met the Tribesmen again in Croke Park.

There is also some movement within the starting 15 from the last day out with Martin Keoghan having to switch wings to accommodate Cody.

The half-forward line has also been reshaped with captain John Donnelly moving into the centre-forward position from wing-forward with Adrian Mullen going the other way.

The Cats will be without 21-year-old Harry Shine – who made his competitive debut against Wexford in the league this year – for Sunday’s crunch clash as he’s suffered a season-ending cruciate ligament injury.

Stephen Donnelly replaces the injured Shine on the bench while Billy Drennan takes the place of Marty Murphy in the matchday squad.

Tipperary remain unchanged from the team that cruised past Galway in the quarter-final.

Peter McGarry keeps his place in midfield from the his first championship start for Tipperary two weeks ago.

The St. Mary’s man only made his senior debut off the bench against Laois in the preliminary quarter-final a week previous.

KILKENNY: E Murphy; M Butler, H Lawlor, S Murphy; M Carey, R Reid, P Deegan; C Kenny, J Molloy; A Mullen, J Donnelly (C), B Ryan; M Keoghan, T Reid, E Cody.

Substitutes: A Tallis, T Walsh, D Blanchfield, P Moylan, K Doyle, Z Bay Hammond, F MacKessy, S Donnelly, L Hogan, L Connellan, B Drennan.

TIPPERARY: R Shelly; R Doyle, E Connolly, M Breen; C Morgan, R Maher(C), B O’Mara; W Connors, P McGarry; J Morris, A Ormond, S O’Farrell; D McCarthy, J McGrath, J Forde.

Substitutes: B Hogan, J Caesar, S Kenneally, S Kennedy, B McGrath, N McGrath, O O’Donoghue, J Ryan, C Stakelum, D Stakelum, A Tynan.

MIKEL ARTETA is appointing Manchester United title winner Gabriel Heinze to his Arsenal staff. 

The former Argentina star, 47, will join the group after 29-year-old Carlos Cuesta left his role as assistant coach to become manager of Parma. 

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Gabriel Heinz is on the verge of returning to the Premier League with Arsenal[/caption]

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Mikel Arteta has lost his assistant coach Carlos Cuesto[/caption]

Heinze spent three years with the Red Devils after joining from PSG – where he played with a teenage Arteta. 

The defender has been described by the Gunners boss as one of the “unbelievable players” he played with, and an “inspiration”. 

Arteta previously said: “The other inspirations were (Mauricio) Pochettino and Heinze, those two were next to me all the time, behind me, and they were guiding me in everything I had to do in my professional life, how I had to understand the game and they were inspirational to me.”

Heinze will join the backroom staff alongside assistant Albert Stuivenberg, goalkeeping coach Inaki Cana, set-piece coach Nicolas Jover and first-team coach Miguel Molina.

Heinze moved to Old Trafford for £6.9million in 2004 and became a cult hero among fans – scoring on his debut against Bolton. 

But a lengthy injury lay-off saw Sir Alex Ferguson sign Patrice Evra, who became first-choice left-back in the title-winning 2006-07 season. 

He left Man Utd after 83 games under a cloud after trying to force a move to bitter rivals Liverpool before eventually being shipped to Real Madrid.

As well as winning the Premier League he won domestic titles in France, Spain and Argentina as well as Olympic gold. 

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He made 72 appearances for Argentina, including at two Fifa World Cups and the Copa America.

Heinze has had managerial spells at five clubs since 2015, leaving his most recent stint at Newell’s Old Boys in his homeland in 2023.

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SHOPPERS are in a frenzy over a “pretty” midi skirt that is sure to sparkle in the summer sun.

The embellished new arrival is part of Rita Ora’s latest collaboration with the retail giant.

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The brown beaded skirt is priced at £16[/caption]

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Fashion fans have insisted the skirt looks like it belongs in Zara[/caption]

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It is meticulously detailed with sequins and beading[/caption]

The summer 2025 pieces dropped in stores across the country last week much to the delight of fashion fans, who have hailed it as “sensational”.

Bosses at the high street retailer say it is “inspired by golden Ibiza skies, ‘70s icons, and unforgettable summer moments”.

And the Rita Ora Beaded Midi Skirt, in particular, has grabbed the attention of shoppers.

Despite looking expensive, it is actually incredibly affordable too – priced at just £16.

So if you’re looking for a show-stopping addition to your wardrobe without breaking the bank, you’ve come to the right place.

The brown midi skirt is covered in sequins, beading and embroidered floral details, and is available in sizes XXS to XL.  

According to Primark bosses, the midi length “keeps it polished, while the elasticated waistband makes it easy to slip on and go”. 

Describing it on the website, they added: “Bring the sparkle with this Rita Ora Beaded Midi Skirt.

“Designed in a rich brown, this layer is covered in swirling embroidery, beaded flowers and mini sequins that catch the light as you move.”

If you really want to elevate the look, you can pair the skirt with the matching beaded halter neck top priced at £12.

Alternatively, opt for an oversized T-shirt and sandals or trainers for a more casual finish.

Fashion fans react

Since hitting the rails last week, fashion fans have been racing to snap up the brown midi skirt.

And they’ve been sharing their glowing comments on social media.

One gushed: “It’s giving Zara, not Primark. I still can’t believe it’s from Primark. It’s so pretty.”

A second wrote: “Look at the detail on it. Sequins, beading, love the colour. Really gorgeous.

“I got this in a small and it’s £16. It’s absolutely gorgeous. It looked cute on the hanger but pairing it with the right things [an oversized tee] it now looks 10 out of 10.

“I absolutely love this and the fact that it’s £16, you know it’s definitely staying in my wardrobe.”

A third added: “This brown skirt is giving like something you would stumble across in a charity shop, a hidden gem. Like that old, vintage brown and the bedazzled beads.”

“The brown skirt oh my god”, cried a fourth.

And a fifth echoed: “The brown skirt wowwww.”

Hot Right Now singer Rita, 34, has been a brand ambassador for Primark since 2023, allowing fashion fans to shop her “famous style for less”.

The star, often seen in designer clothing, said she was keen to honour her roots and love for the high street brand.

Her latest 84-piece collection starts from £5 with the most expensive item – a double-breasted blazer – priced at £40.

She said she was excited by the prospect of developing her own affordable fashion collection that offered quality and value. after signing a multi-season deal.

But we told how shoppers were convinced they’d spotted a spelling mistake on a baby tee from her spring 2025 collection – and you can’t unsee it

DIANA Vickers has thrown her support behind Sabrina Carpenter after the pop superstar faced backlash for her provocative new album cover.

US siren Sabrina came in for criticism for the Man’s Best Friend image, which shows her on all fours as a man holds a fistful of her hair.

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She has stuck up for Sabrina Carpenter after the singer faced criticism for this album cover[/caption]

The pint-sized singer then released an alternative version, recreating a classic Marilyn Monroe photo, and joked it had been “approved by God”.

But Diana, 33, whose new podcast Just Between Us with relationship guru Alice Giddings debuted this week, doesn’t believe Sabrina should be judged for how she uses her own body.

In an exclusive interview with The Sun, she said: “I absolutely love Sabrina Carpenter, I think she’s amazing.

“I think she’s absolutely gorgeous and playful and beautiful and talented and I just rate her. I think that women should be able to be sexy and do whatever they want with their bodies and not have any judgement.

“I think that we think that we’re moving forward but sometimes you go on TikTok and look at comments and there’s these trolls, isn’t there? You think that you’re taking a step forward but people are so quickly to turn and judge about female bodies and being over sexual, but then people say if you’re not sexual enough then they judge you as well, it’s like women sometimes just can’t get it right and it’s hard.

“People are always going to say something, but I think that she is absolutely, I’m obsessed with that girl, so I think go for it girl.”

Diana, who found fame in 2009 when she reached the semi-final of The X Factor, has always been an open book when it comes to her own love life.

She even turns her dating past into hilarious comedy songs on her other podcast Ki & Dee.

Now she’s being more candid than ever, exploring topics including female orgasms and losing virginity.

“I’ve always just been quite open about who I am and I don’t hide away from those conversations,” she said.

“We had a caller the other day and she was talking about losing her virginity and we just have to sort of open up and talk about all of our experiences, and I guess I’ve never really spoken about that publicly before, but you sort of just get stuck in and end up having a really interesting conversation and learning about everyone’s different experiences.

“A caller rang me the other week and she couldn’t have any orgasms. No table is left unturned and you’ve sort of just got to deep dive in.”

When it comes to her own love life, finding time to fit in dates around her hectic work schedule is proving tough.

Single and ready to mingle, Diana, 33, recently squeezed in a brunch date and found herself getting to know a guy over eggs and avocado.

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She said: “I do think with me it’s quite important to be with someone that’s in the creative industry, I’ve always sort of gone for those people and I think that it helps understand because it’s all a bit mad, there’s no schedule, it’s all over the place.

“I’m super creative and I need someone to connect with and understand me.

“I think some people have been a bit overwhelmed by things before, about how fast paced things go with me.”

A creative powerhouse, Diana scored a number one in 2009 with both her debut single, Once, and album, Songs from The Tainted Cherry Tree.

Her follow up LP, Music to Make Boys Cry, charted at 37.

In the years since, Diana has made a name for herself on stage, most recently playing Gwyneth Paltrow in I Wish You Well – a comedic musical retelling the actress’s 2023 court case in which she was sued after colliding with a man on a ski slope.

But Diana hasn’t forgotten her first love of creating original music, and we could soon hear new material.

She said: “I have got some stuff there and it’s really, really good, and I have got a team around me that we are working on. It’s just now about when to launch it sort of thing, but it’s really good and it’s really exciting, and I do want the world to hear it.

“I’ve said I’ll always make a comeback for the gays and the girlies, I have a really big gay following and this year I headlined Edinburgh Pride. I do a lot of gay gigs and they just really, really love it.”

Until then, Diana won’t be short of inspiration as the nation’s newest agony aunt.

Just Between Us is available on all podcast platforms.

NEW Athlone Town owner Nick Giannotti has vowed not to be an absentee landlord.

The American Plymouth Argyle director has taken over the Midlands club through his club Redball Energy.

There has been significant upheaval and uncertainty at Athlone since another USA-based venture, Valeo, cut off its funding at the end of last season.

But, in an open letter on the club’s website, Giannotti – who oversaw the appointment of Ian Ryan as manager last month – laid out his credentials.

Giannott said: “As I have yet to spend a significant amount of time on the ground with the Club and in the community, getting to know all of you, please afford me the opportunity to introduce myself briefly.

“Many of you may be skeptical, as I am not local to Athlone, but I can assure you that I am not just another disconnected, non-Irish owner.

“I was born and raised in San Diego, California, where I grew up playing football for a club called the Nomads and won three national championships.

“As a teenager, I was fortunate enough to spend two summers in the Northwest of England playing with the team, witnessing firsthand the significance of football to local communities.

“My father immigrated to the United States from Italy through Ellis Island. His story echoes that of so many Irish families who made a new life abroad.

“My wife, whose roots trace back to Cork, also studied at university in Dublin. Together, we have two young children, and our family is proud to now become part of the Athlone community.

“Professionally, I co-founded Redball Energy, a solar company I’ve had the privilege to lead for over 15 years.

“More recently, I’ve had the chance to merge my professional skills and personal passion by serving as a Director and minority shareholder of Plymouth Argyle FC.

“Football is a lifelong passion of mine, and it is with that same energy, respect, and drive that I come to Athlone.

“While I am not from Ireland, I know how much this club means to its supporters and its town. I understand the responsibility of this role.

“Please know that I am not here to change Athlone’s identity. I aim to honour it, to protect it, and to grow it alongside all of you.”

Athlone’s men’s team are rooted to the foot of the First Division whilst their women’s team are preparing for a Champions League qualifier against Cardiff City.

And he vowed there are better times ahead for the club as a whole.

He said: “There are many things that my team and I intend to do, but our vision is rooted in two principles: driving excellence and financial sustainability.

“We will invest in the club’s infrastructure, our players, and our staff.

“We will work tirelessly to build financial stability, sustainability, and increase revenue streams, enabling our teams to succeed on the pitch.

“We will become a club that nurtures and showcases young talent, both from Ireland and beyond, guided by data, smart recruitment, and a relentless commitment to improvement, both on and off the pitch.”

IF you’re looking for an affordable way to revamp your hallway, Morrisons has just the thing.

Shoppers can nab a stylish decor buy without breaking the budget, but you’ll want to be quick.

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The furniture piece is currently on sale at a reduced price from the popular supermarket.

A shopper shared the deal in the Facebook group Extreme Couponing and Home Bargains UK.

Bargain buy

The Wankast Wall Unit Koopman Cabinet Large is available for just £15 from Morrisons.

However, the sale signage prompted customers to act fast, reminding them “when it’s gone, it’s gone”.

The minimalist shelving unit can be used to display everything from houseplants to ornaments.

Interior design approved

Interiors experts at Lahart Carpentry explained the benefits of adding wall units in your space.

They pointed out that built-in shelves can help to utilise vertical space.

“To maximise space efficiency, incorporating built-in shelves that use vertical space is a smart design choice,” the pros said.

“Maximising storage is essential in smaller rooms, and vertical shelving allows for more items to be stored without taking up valuable floor space.”

As well as helping to boost your storage, wall units can also give the illusion of a bigger space.

“Creating height with built-in shelves draws the eye upwards, making the room appear larger and more spacious,” the experts explained.

“Functional elegance can be achieved by incorporating built-ins that not only serve a practical purpose but also enhance the overall aesthetic of the room.

“By strategically incorporating vertical built-ins, one can create a room that not only looks bigger but also functions more efficiently.”

More interior design tips

A viral interior design trend could be making your home look “cheap”, according to one expert.

Plus, the B&M and Primark buys one homeowner used to transform their balcony.

Another DIY enthusiast transformed her council house by creating her own storage units on a budget.

One homeowner gave their kitchen a DIY makeover using a budget buy from Shein.

And two new parents used savvy steps to create a fancy looking nursery.

Another woman received mixed reactions after giving her hallway a makeover.

A Homebase buy can also be used to level up your bedroom.

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