Now that spring has officially sprung, many of us are looking forward to wearing our favorite floral dresses.

If your wardrobe is looking a bit cluttered, we’ve got the perfect dress for this season – and you can buy it alongside your shopping.

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While Asda may not be your favorite fashion destination, the supermarket has some beautiful spring essentials in store this year.

After scouring the sale rails, shoppers have found a Ditsy Floral Midi Tea Dress that’s perfect for spring.

Not only does the dress feature a beautiful floral print in pink, white and red, the beautiful dress also has an incredibly flattering silhouette.

According to the product description, it has a ‘gathered elastic waist’ to flatter any figure and milkmaid-style ‘elastic cuff sleeves’.

If you’re not sold yet, the dress also has a midi length and a cut-out neck, making it ideal for wearing to. the office on warmer days.

This isn’t your grandmother’s tea dress, however, as Asda’s website also revealed that the dress has a beautiful side slit that ends just above the knee and a cute closure with keyhole detail.

Made from lightweight viscose, the dress is floaty enough for warmer days, but is durable and can be easily machine washed.

Easy to mix and match, this Asda purchase will be a wardrobe staple for years to come and fans online can’t get enough of it.

The dress has even received an impressive 4.5 star rating on the supermarket’s website, with shoppers raving about the fashion find.

One satisfied customer raved about the print and fit and said: “I love the colors of this beautiful dress. Nice for spring or all year round with a cardigan and boots.

“Great fit and length and a little give for those extra inches afterwards Christmas!”

Another reviewer awarded the dress five stars, saying, “The length is exactly how I like my dresses. It reaches just above my ankles, because I’m only 6 feet tall.”

They added: “Nice fabric and don’t expect it to wrinkle very much.”

Meanwhile, a third was impressed by how little the dress cost in the supermarket, writing: “Excellent value for money so beautiful. Looks and feels great.”

That’s not too surprising considering the flower count was only £20 before the sale started.

Originally available in sizes 8-24, the supermarket has now dropped the price to just £14, with limited stock remaining.

For those planning to bag this fashion find, we recommend visiting your local branch as the dress won’t stay on the shelves forever.

Asda shoppers can also pick up a beautiful leopard print crossbody bag, which is a dupe of a bag from chic designer Ganni.

With an almost identical design, the supermarket look-alike, it even has neon zipper details and a detachable shoulder strap so you can style it in multiple ways.

While the high-end version will cost you a whopping £115, you can pick up the designer dupe from Asda for just £12.

It’s best to be quick though, as we think a lot of people will want to do a supermarket auction.

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IF there’s one thing Paris Fury has, it’s good taste – and her choice of candles is no different.

The mum-of-seven has revealed her current waxing obsession which she uses to wind down at night.

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Taking to Instagram Stories, the 34-year-old shared a video of herself lighting a three-wick candle while rocking a new pair of personalized pajamas.

It’s the Pomegranate Noir Luxury Candle from Jo Malone, which will set you back a whopping £370 for a 2kg jar.

“This scent is so nice,” said Paris, from Morecambe, Lancs.

“I think Jo Malone has some of the best fragrances.

“No commercials guys, just what’s burning in my room right now.”

The enormous candle has a burn time of approximately 220 hours and is said to “fill the room with juicy pomegranate and smoky guaiac wood, carried by the warm evening air.”

The pomegranate scent, which has a tart aroma, is also available in a perfume from the iconic British brand.

The fragrance features juicy plum notes that add sweetness and warmth, pepper for a subtle spicy undertone and woody notes for a hint of smokiness.

Luckily for those of us who can’t afford to part with nearly £400 on a candle, there’s a dupe available.

Asda’s Pomegranate Scented Multiwick Candle with Lid is said to be an absolute killer for the scent at just £7.

“Fill your home with the deliciously sweet aroma of pomegranate with this three-wick candle from George Home,” supermarket bosses said.

“Completed with a silver-colored lid, it simply looks elegant in any room.

“It has sensual notes of exotic pomegranate and dark plum, laced with spices.”

According to shoppers, it smells “almost like the real thing” and “it’s super big.”

Many praised the scent’s ability to “linger all day” in any room, beaming that the scent “lingers for hours” after the wick has been blown out.

However, it’s worth noting that the Asda dupe has less burn time at 28 hours with 450g of wax per pot.

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CHANEL’s tweed blazers have an eternal allure, with checks in all sizes making a statement on the rough woolen fabric.

But with second-hand versions typically selling for $1,000 or more at auction, this isn’t a style that many of us will encounter.

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The French fashion house has a rich history of iconic designs created by its founder, Gabrielle ‘Coco’ Chanel.

Coco was instrumental in popularizing plaid design in women’s clothing in the early 20th century.

The pattern, which the brand’s directors still emulate in its ready-to-wear collections, reflects Chanel’s original vision of creating clothes that empower women.

But if you don’t have more than €1,000 to spend on a tweed blazer, where should you go?

Well, Primark for the dupes… of course.

The fashion giant’s Tartan Bouclé Structured Blazer features a texture similar to tweed, with a large white and navy blue checked design.

Described as “perfect for your all-occasion wardrobe”, the garment will set you back £36 – not a bad price for a jacket that looks like it’s worth a lot more.

“We don’t need to tell you what a versatile basic blazer is in a smart-casual wardrobe,” said Primark bosses.

“But there is a lot to be said about the iconic nature of a tartan style like this.

“Crafted from a tartan bouclé fabric that creates timeless texture and depth, this blazer features a classic notched lapel, long sleeves and two rows of decorative buttons down the front.”

“It is lightly tailored for a textured look,” they continued.

“Whether you pair it with jeans and a T-shirt in a smart-casual style, pair it with the matching skirt and a blouse for formal occasions, or something in between.

“We’re sure you’ll think of plenty of ways to wear this statement piece.”

Primark’s social media team shared a video of the jacket in action during Milan Fashion Week via Instagram.

Liv Nash said she was ‘obsessed’ with it, while another shopper wrote in the comments: ‘The jacket is fantastic.’

“But how nice is that blazer?” asked Michelle Kr.

Margaret Dolan simply called it a “great outfit.”

Elsa Pataky and her husband Chris Hemsworth attended the Vanity Fair Oscars Party on Sunday evening.

The Spanish actress and the Australian actor kissed and hugged as they posed for glamorous photos on the red carpet.

At one point, Chris placed a sweet kiss on Elsa’s forehead as she wrapped her arms around him.

The Interceptor star stunned in a silver dress that clung to her fit figure and featured a plunging neckline.

The glittering gown reached floor length and the large metallic sequins caught the light.

She added a few silver accessories, including a diamond bracelet and ring, as well as dainty earrings.

Elsa went for a combination of smokey eyes and nude lips for makeup, pulling her locks back into a high ponytail.

Meanwhile, Chris, 40, also broke tradition by wearing a black tuxedo with an open white shirt and no bow tie.

The couple was joined at the shindig by their close friends Matt Damon and Luciana Barroso.

The A-listers mingled and posed for fun selfies together as they enjoyed their night out together.

Luciana looked stunning in a semi-sheer black lace dress as she wore her hair up with loose strands around her face.

Matt, meanwhile, opted for a classic tuxedo with a white shirt and black bow tie.

Elsa and Chris also appeared looking loved up on the red carpet at the awards ceremony before heading to the famous after-party.

The actress, 47, showed off her ample cleavage and abs in a daring cut-out white sequin dress.

The revealing dress also showed off the mother of three’s toned back and arms.

The sighting comes after Elsa and Chris were hit with split rumors – which they have since combatted with a series of romantic outings and smitten red carpet appearances.

The couple, who have been married for more than a decade, recently revealed that all was not well in paradise after they vacationed separately.

The chatter first started when Elsa and the couple’s children set up the family Christmas tree at their Byron Bay mansion without Chris.

Since fans voiced their concerns, Chris and Elsa have really poured cold water on the speculation, sharing several photos of themselves looking very happy on family vacations in Fiji and in the snow during the holidays.

Chris and Elsa got married over the Christmas holidays in 2010.

The couple live in a $30 million mansion in Broken Head, near Byron Bay, after moving from Los Angeles to Australia nine years ago.

ALDI has launched a dirt-cheap haircare beauty dupe and shoppers are going wild.

The dupe is 80 percent cheaper than The Ordinary’s version and will hit shelves in a few days.

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Aldi’s popular health and beauty brand, Lacura, will soon welcome the energizing Multi-Peptide Serum for Hair & Scalp £3.99 and the protective Hydrate & Moisturise Scalp Serum £3.99.

Specially formulated with cult ingredients, including caffeine, Hyaluronic acid and Amino Acids, the specialist products come as experts report that hair health will be a focus for 2024.

Available in stores from 17.00^e March’s super serums promise to maximize and nourish strands without the hefty price tag.

Formulated with multi-peptide, pea and soybean extracts, the Lacura Multi-Peptide Serum is a lightweight, overnight treatment that strengthens straight from the root.

With similar recommendations for The Ordinary’s Multi-Peptide Hair Density Serum, shoppers can save an impressive 80 percent ($16.81) when they choose Lacura.

The Lacura Hydrate & Moisturise Scalp Serum provides ultimate hydration and hydration for scalp protection.

The serum helps maintain the scalp’s barrier and reduces dryness to help maximize conditions for healthy hair growth.

It’s 70 percent cheaper than The Ordinary’s Natural Moisturizing Factors + HA Scalp Serum.

It comes as if a beauty fanatic was blown away by her new hairdryer with diffuser.

She said the Dyson dupe dried her locks quickly and made her curls look better than ever.

Julyanna (@missprettygirl) filmed herself demonstrating the power of the hairdryer in a video on TikTok.

“Girl, let’s test this hair dryer from the TikTok store, because look at that. It looks like a Dyson dupe that I wanted to try,” she said.

“There are actually so many attachments. I’m going to take them all out and show you what’s involved.

“It comes with a diffuser attachment, which I’m using today for my curls, and then two straight attachments, which I’ll use to straighten my hair.”

She said she has typically used cheaper versions of hairdryers in the past

To be honest, I’m just so surprised because I always buy the cheap hair dryers.

‘I never actually buy the nice ones. Let’s see what we need to do.’

She said using the blow dryer is the fastest tool she has ever used for voluminous curls.

MORRISONS shoppers love a “beautiful” dirt-cheap home essential.

The price of the cozy item has been reduced to just £1.80 and customers are delighted.

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One woman took to Facebook to spread the word, saying: ‘Great bargain in Morrisons.

“Bee fleece reduced from £6.00 to £1.80, perfect for my grandchildren.”

Commenters agreed with one statement: “Ooo, they have bees??! Beautiful! How do you find all these great deals?”

Another wrote: “I thought £3 was good. £1.80 is fantastic.”

“I want to go to Morrisons and Asda now haha,” a third shared.

It comes as a Morrisons shopper showed how they used the supermarket’s new “nacho bar”, with which you can add tasty toppings yourself.

The woman decided to get creative and chose ‘hunter’s chicken’ as her favorite flavour.

Go to the Facebook group Extreme Coupons and Bargains UKthey shared a photo of the tasty looking dish they made from Morrisons.

It showed some tasty looking nachos covered in cheese, chicken, bacon and more.

They explained: “Morrison’s new products from the pizza bar.

“Nachos with various toppings.

“This was Hunter’s Chicken. Only €2.50.

“Cooks in 15 minutes.”

By Pranav Harish for Daily Mail Australia

Published: 11:58 PM EST, March 9, 2024 | Updated: 11:58 PM EST, March 9, 2024

Celebrate every woman and share your love and greetings with your loved ones on this Women’s Day with these most powerful and unique messages.

international Women’s Day is a global celebration that recognizes the achievements of women, honors their contributions and advocates for gender equality. It serves as a powerful reminder of the progress we have made in women’s empowerment, while highlighting the work that remains to be done. On this special day, it is important to deliver powerful messages that inspire and uplift women, encouraging them to embrace their power, voice and potential.

WOMEN’S DAY: TOP 10 WISHES TO SHARE WITH LOVED ones

1. “Happy Women’s Day to all the amazing women out there! May you continue to shine and inspire others with your strength, resilience and determination.”
2. “Wishing a very empowering Women’s Day to all the trailblazing women who are breaking barriers, achieving greatness and making a difference in the world. You are an inspiration!”
3. “On this Women’s Day, let’s celebrate the power and potential that lies within every woman. May you always embrace your uniqueness and strive for greatness. Happy Women’s Day!”
4. “On Women’s Day, I send warm wishes to all the strong and courageous women who have faced challenges with grace and determination. Keep shining and keep believing in yourself.”
5. “Happy Women’s Day to the women who fearlessly pursue their dreams, defy stereotypes and make their mark in every field. Your passion and resilience are truly inspiring!”
6. “I wish all wonderful women a day full of love, appreciation and recognition for everything you do. You are the backbone of society and your contributions are invaluable. Happy Women’s Day!”
7. “May this Women’s Day be a reminder that you are capable of achieving anything you set your mind to. Embrace your strength, celebrate your achievements and continue to empower others along the way.”
8. “To all the women who have faced adversity and emerged stronger, more resilient and more determined than ever, I salute you. Happy Women’s Day! Your courage is an inspiration to us all.”
9. “On this Women’s Day, let’s celebrate the women who have broken glass ceilings, challenged norms and paved the way for future generations. Your courage and determination continue to inspire us.”
10. “Wishing all phenomenal women a day full of love, empowerment and limitless possibilities. May you always remember your worth and continue to strive for a world where every woman is valued and respected. Happy Women’s Day!”

These powerful messages are intended to inspire women to embrace their potential, speak their truth and make a difference in the world. By supporting and lifting each other up, embracing diversity and advocating for equality, we can create a more inclusive and empowering society for all. Let’s celebrate women’s achievements while recognizing that our work for gender equality is far from over. Together we can continue to empower, inspire and uplift women, not just on Women’s Day, but every day.

Happy Women’s Day to all powerful women!

Disney+ has released its bloody new blockbuster series Shogun, which fans are touting as the next Game of Thrones.

Set in the 17th century, the highly anticipated action drama depicts the brutality of feudal Japan and revolves around a military chief fighting for his life in a series of savage, violent clashes.

Based on James Clavell’s critically acclaimed 1975 novel, Shogun features brutal beheadings, people being boiled alive and cut open with katanas – with fans already celebrating it as one of the most bloodthirsty hits of the year.

The first two episodes of the ten-part weekly show were released this morning on Disney+, with the fantasy epic receiving rave reviews from viewers and critics alike across the world.

One delighted fan said they were enthralled by the show’s opening, tweeting: ‘Holy s***, what a great way to launch me into the series today. I’ve been waiting not so patiently, literally for three years, finally I understand my solution.’

A second compared the series to hit series Game of Thrones, adding: ‘My mind is blown by Shogun. The acting, the gore – good god, the gore! Honestly, this feels like Game of Thrones, only better. By far the best thing on TV right now.’

Another fan tweeted: ‘HOLY F*** I KNEW THIS SHOW WAS INCREDIBLE!!!’

While a lover of the original 1975 book added: ‘Hell yes. The book is an amazing representation of that time and I’m so happy to see it come to fruition on screen.”

“What a great way to launch me into the series today. I’ve been waiting not so patiently, literally for three years, finally I’m getting my FIX,” another added.

Set in 1600s Japan, Shogun is rooted in the real history of that period, a dangerous time when various warlords battled for ultimate power while European powers warily circled the island.

The arrival of a castaway Englishman – John Blackthorne – upsets the balance in Japan, yet offers intriguing possibilities because he knows important global information. Initially a pawn, he grew into a trusted advisor and ally.

“It really boiled down to it being a story about agency and this story about characters trying to control the path of their own destiny in a very chaotic world where you could literally lose your head at any moment,” said screenwriter Justin Marks. .

The series contains elements of intrigue and spectacle, like ‘Game of Thrones’, with brutal beheadings, people being boiled alive or cut open with katanas, blood splashing on window screens and arrows with fire tips.

It also shows the reluctant understanding that grows between Blackthorne (Cosmo Jarvis) and Lord Toranaga (Hiroyuki Sanada) and a love story between Blackthorne and translator Lady Mariko (Anna Sawai).

“Maybe fate brought you here for a reason,” Blackthorne is told shortly after the shipwreck in Japan. “Maybe you’ll live long enough to find out what it is.”

But when Marks first got his hands on a copy of James Clavell’s original 1975 novel, the screenwriter admitted he’d been reluctant to delve into it.

The book about a British sailor shipwrecked in feudal Japan was huge: more than 1,000 pages. And old: ‘It was the book that was on our parents’ bedside table.’ Plus, it sounded culturally out of step. He assumed it could not be adjusted before 2024.

But at the urging of his wife, novelist Rachel Kondo, he finally picked it up and quickly realized why Clavell’s novel was so celebrated.

“When you open it up and go through it, it’s a remarkably modern story,” he said. ‘It really gets to the heart of what it is to encounter another culture and encounter yourself in it.’

Marks and his wife dove into the fish-out-of-water story and are now ready for the world to see their fictional 10-episode limited series “Shogun.”

The series is now riding a wave of new TV offerings that embrace Asian culture, including Max’s ‘Ninja Kamui,’ ‘Warrior’ and ‘Tokyo Vice,’ Paramount+’s ‘The Tiger’s Apprentice’ and ‘Avatar: The Last Airbender’ and ‘House of Ninjas’, both on Netflix.

The 1975 book “Shogun” sold millions and a 1980 TV miniseries starring Richard Chamberlain and Toshiro Mifune was watched by 1 in 3 American households and won three Emmys and three Golden Globes. Both the series and the book created a wave of interest in feudal Japan, from children playing with toy katanas to video games and Tom Cruise starring in “The Last Samurai.”

“It’s almost impossible not to continue reading ‘Shogun’ once you’ve opened it,” The New York Times said in its review. ‘Yet it is not just something you read, you also live it. The imagination is possessed.’

The new show – with Clavell’s daughter Michaela as producer – adapts the story. Sanada said if the book was “blue eyes looking at Japan,” the FX series wears “Japanese lenses.” Blackthorne isn’t so much the hero here as a catalyst, as co-creators Marks and Kondo explore the power dynamics.

Those tuning in may get a whiff of “The Godfather,” another 1970s epic with a strong sense of loyalty, family and honor, while violence lurks. There’s also a comment about “Succession,” which Marks doesn’t deny.

“In a writers’ room, there’s always a show that we all watch when we do it, and ‘Succession’ was that show,” he says, laughing. ‘We actually just loved it. And in some ways it probably got thrown into the mix.”

Shogun is available to stream on Disney+

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The founder of a financial technology company who had a messy love affair with a female employee lost his “wife, home and job” as a result of the scandal, a court has heard.

Former Wisr chief executive Anthony Nantes, 45, was sentenced at Waverley Local Court in Sydney's eastern suburbs on Monday after pleading guilty to stalking his mistress, 32, in Sydney between December 2022 and March 2023.

The pair met at work and had a secret relationship for two and a half years before threatening to tell his wife if things went sour.

Nantes then bombarded her with messages — including more than 50 emails in one day — and ended up at her home, where he refused to leave, according to court documents.

Nantes bowed his head in court Monday morning as his lawyer filed a request to have the case of the founder of the high-flying start-up handled under the mental health system.

Mr. Nantes' estranged wife, Cassi, his father and two male friends sat nearby to show their support.

But Magistrate Jacqueline Milledge was unimpressed by the mental health application, which was based on a psychiatric report which found he suffered from panic disorder and substance abuse.

“Really?” she said, visibly surprised by the request. “This is just a terrible incident.”

Referring to the report, the attorney said Nantes told the psychologist he acted the way he did because the female staffer had sent him text messages demanding money.

Ms Milledge asked if the barrister could provide the communications cited, but when he said this was not possible, she questioned why they were noted as a sentencing consideration.

“Right now he's just saying it happened, but there's no evidence of that. So I won't take it into account,” she said.

The lawyer responded: “Basically the claim is that the behavior, while in any case not excused, the written submissions explain what happened and how that affected his mental health.”

Mrs Milledge said: 'He's gotten himself into a terrible, terrible mess. Why wouldn't he feel that way?'

However, the lawyer continued to insist that his mental health be taken into account, given “the loss of his marriage, home, job – things he has no control over.”

But Mrs Milledge disagreed, replying: 'What do you mean outside his control? He caused it himself. She [those things] are collateral damage.”

The court heard Nantes had a history of illicit drug use, including cocaine, MDMA, cannabis, as well as using benzodiazepines and alcohol to get to sleep.

The report noted that Nantes could not recall an incident when he followed the employee into the street after being disturbed at her home, which he said could have been due to the use of his prescription medications.

The court heard that Nantes also spent three weeks in a rehabilitation center after his arrest and has not used drugs or alcohol since his release (which was one of his bail conditions).

Ms Milledge ultimately appealed the mental health application, arguing that Nantes' mental health problems did not appear to be a cause but rather a product of his actions.

She also noted that it was a “very, very sparse” treatment plan, which “made no mention of his substance use.”

“He said she was the one who initiated it, but Mr. Nantes was a great performer when the case was started. He could make conscious decisions,” she said.

'He had been using cannabis, cocaine every few months. He used benzodiazepines to control his anxiety. I think that's his problem. I refuse to do business with him under Article 14.”

However, Mrs Milledge was sympathetic to the situation Nantes found himself in and praised him for his efforts to get his life back on track.

She sentenced him to six months' imprisonment for good behavior, without a conviction being recorded.

'I am not sitting here as someone who has come from the holy sphere and condemns you for having an affair. That's not what I'm here for,” she said.

'It was a bad decision on your part that had catastrophic consequences. But we are all human and make mistakes. I certainly have. [But] how we deal with it is a benchmark for us.

'I don't know what the future holds for you and your family, but I hope it works out well for you. You are someone who made a mistake and you don't have to pay for it for the rest of your life. You certainly paid a high price for what happened.

“You do everything you can to improve your life, I see it as penance, and I hope others see it that way too.”

After the hearing ended, Nantes was seen hugging his supporters in relief, with red and watery eyes behind his glasses.

He declined to comment outside court.