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The summertime special

A woman wearing sunglasses (image©Rex Features)
The right shades

'Cool' sunglasses are putting eye health in the shade, according to a recent report, which revealed that 80% of people put fashion and price before safety when choosing sunnies.

Summer fashion and beauty

  • A barbecue in the garden (image©Rex Features)The thrill of the grill

    Rediscover the thrill of the grill throughout the summer with our sizzling barbecue recipes and impress your mates with some wow-factor foods. Healthy and delicious, what more could we ask for?

  • A model walks the catwalk (image©PA Features)Sultry summer looks

    Refresh your make-up bag as the weather hots up and check out this season's upcoming beauty looks with our round-up of the hottest trends for summer 2008.

  • A pot of blue eyeshadow (image©PA Photo)Beauty gets the blues

    Blue lips may be traditionally associated with extreme cold, but looks created for Louis Vuitton's catwalk collection have made blue beauty hot, hot, hot on the trend radar this season. Go true blue with the latest in indigo make-up.

  • Red platforms by Faith (image©Faith)Fabulous summer accessories

    We've gathered our favourite accessories which are a must-have for this season's style. Whether it be shoes, bags or jewellery, make sure to pay attention to those special extra details.

  • Dress by Topshop (image©Topshop)Sizzling summer fashion

    This summer's hot looks run from sassy sailor style to bohemian beach chic, so whether you fancy whipping on a summer dress, floaty shirt or sassy mini, we show you how to do it in style.

Summertime recipes

Crayfish salad (image©PA Photo)

Celebrate the return of the UK salad season with these delicious recipes.

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