16 It’s a wonderful life Sarah Jessica Parker reveals the dress-down, cake-baking Mom behind the style icon 40 21st
century celebrations
Modern families share their secrets to creating a special day 46 Candis debate Is Christmas still the season of goodwill? Readers share their views 50 What Christmas means to me It may come but once a year, but as six readers reveal – for some it’s the busiest season of all 54 Inspirational women – Claire Horton Meet the Chief Executive of Battersea Dog and Cats Home 84 The great gift extravaganza Inspirational gift ideas for the whole family – and you could win it all!
Fashion & beauty
21 ‘Tis the season to be… stylish! Find Christmas gift ideas and tips to perfecting your party look 22 Christmas angels We treat three nurses to a magical makeover with seasonal sparkle 28 Let’s party! You can be the belle of the ball with our rainbow of party frocks 32 Twinkle, twinkle Delve into our treasure chest of beautiful jewels and accessories and shine like a star this Christmas 34 Beauty notes Christmas tree treats, indulgent body creams and the perfect party palette
36 A bit of a do! Avoid a holiday hair-mare with two glamorous yet oh-so-simple looks – perfect for the party season! 38 All that glitters Add some sparkle to your make-up bag with these dazzling beauty buys
Health & well-being
92 46 tips for a stress-free Christmas Banish festive fluster with our practical advice and top tips
102 Healthnews The latest developments in cancer prevention and why we may have seen the last of the dentists’ drill 106 Are guidelines good for our health? Do people take Government recommendations seriously? 108 The surgery Dr Helen Crawley deals with some of the most common seasonal woes 154 Ask me anything! Wise words from Denise Robertson