'I stopped working out': Gwen Stefani reveals she is no longer a fitness fanatic as she shows off her amazing shape in stylish mag shoot

She has been showing off her rock hard abs while promoting No Doubt's sixth studio album.
But fans of Gwen Stefani may be surprised to learn that she has given up working out at the, at least not as religiously as she used to.
In an interview with Marie Claire magazine the 49-year-old singer shows off her amazing age-defying shape in a stylish photoshoot while making the revelations in the accompanying interview.

She doesn't need the gym: Gwen Stefani has revealed she doesn't workout at the gym anymore

She says: 'This past year, I kind of stopped working out. I think my body just needed a break. And so I did that and focused more on feeling good as opposed to beating myself up.’
Gwen was speaking about how she juggles being part of No Doubt along with the stresses and strains of being married and having children.
Whens he was recording Push And Shove with her band she was juggling a hectic home life and something had to give, the gym, something she felt she 'had to do' had to go.

Defying the age process: The 43-year-old No Doubt singer said she didn't have time for the gym after juggling her music and her home life

Having it all: Gwen says she is proud of her 10-year marriage to Gavin Rossdale and says it is her biggest achievement

She explains: ‘I would be up all night because my second baby didn’t sleep, and he had a lot of ear infections. Then I’d wake up in the morning and do my workout, which I always felt I had to do, and then meetings for my three clothing lines, and then hang out with my kids, take them to preschool – da, da, da.'
'At four o’clock, I’d be like, “All right, I’m out of here. I’m going to go to the studio and try to write a record.” I’d sit on the couch [with my band mates] and be like, “Let’s do this now, because I’m missing time with the kids. I could be having dinner with them and putting them to bed.” It was really hard.’
Gwen, who last year admitted she was addicted to working out five times a week, might claim to have given up the gym but you definitely wouldn't know judging from her amazing shape.

Sophie Monk tones it down with tight jeans and cardigan after complaining she looks like a 'porn star'

She recently complained that she looked 'more like the librarian in a porn movie' than chic and studious when she wore a pair of oversized glasses.
But the only thing slightly racy about Sophie Monk's outfit on Tuesday was her red-hot skinny jeans.
The 32-year-old Australian star slipped on a pair of tight-fitting trousers to go shopping in West Hollywood.

Red-hot: Sophie Monk slipped on a pair of bright red skinny leg trousers as she went shopping in West Hollywood on Tuesday

The Click actress went casual for the outing, displaying her curves in a low-cut black singlet worn underneath a flimsy cardigan.
The blonde-haired beauty tucked her trousers into a pair of knee-high beige boots and carried an oversized Louis Vuitton handbag.
Sophie was shopping solo at American Apparel, picking up more items for her wardrobe.

Cute and casual: The Click actress went casual for the outing, displaying her curves in a low-cut black singlet worn underneath a flimsy cardigan

The former fiancee of Good Charlotte rocker Benji Madden opened up a forum for discussion last week when she posted a picture of herself on social networking site Twitter.
Sophie had stepped out in a pair of large framed glasses but bemoaned that she looked 'more like the librarian in a porn movie' than chic and studious.
And so like any dutiful starlet, Sophie urged her Twitter followers to discuss the issue.

Giving the credit card a work out: Sophie was shopping solo at American Apparel, picking up more items for her wardrobe

Accompanying a photo of herself in a hot pink button down shirt, hair swept back into a messy ponytail, the Click actress asked of her 164,000 followers: 'Why do I feel like I don't look smart in these and more like the librarian in a porn movie? Pls discuss'.
Little feedback followed, with one fan telling the star she looked 'very pretty' an hour later.
The star appears to be single after splitting last year from American business executive Jimmy Esebag shortly after announcing their engagement.

Why do I look like a porn star? Sophie recently complained that she looked 'more like the librarian in a porn movie' than chic and studious when she wore a pair of oversized glasses

The actress was previously engaged to Madden but the pair broke off their two-year relationship in 2008.
She recently spoke out about going under the knife, and denies doing anything more drastic than having her lips plumped and dabbling with Botox injections.
'I had a cyst removed and I had one lip smaller than the other, which they filled in, and that's it and I swear on my family's life I haven't touched that for eight years,' she said in a recent interview.
'So I've got real boobs, real everything,' she said.

Sealed with a kiss! Leighton Meester and Ed Westwick lock lips following their long-awaited nuptials on the final episode of Gossip Girl

It is the wedding that Gossip Girl fans have been waiting for.
And new official pictures from The CW channel have now emerged of Blair Wardolf and Chuck Bass's stunning nuptials.
The couple are seen locking lips as Chuck (played by Ed Westwick) dips his bride for a television-worthy romantic kiss.

Sealed with a kiss: Blair Wardolf (played by Leighton Meester) and Chuck Bass (played by Ed Westwick) lock lips during their wedding scene on the final episode of Gossip Girl

Dressed in her beautiful blue beaded gown, Leighton Meester certainly makes for a stunning bride.
The 26-year-old actress wears the pale blue ensemble with a stunning silver leaf headdress, while Ed matches the colour on his suit lapels.
The wedding scene takes place in the stunning 'angel tunnel' leading to the Bethesda Fountain in Central Park.

Sneak peek: New official pictures have now emerged of the television couple's stunning nuptials

Something blue: The 26-year-old actress wears a pale blue ensemble with a stunning silver leaf headdress, while Ed matches the colour on his suit lapels

The bride and groom are surrounded by their Gossip Girl pals, including Serena van der Woodsen (played by Blake Lively), Serena's mother Lily (played by Kelly Rutherford) and Nate Archibald (played by Chace Crawford).
Chuck's love rival Dan Humphrey (Penn Badgley) is also present, standing alongside Georgina Sparks (played by Michelle Trachtenberg).
Serena doesn't dare to upstage the bride by dressing in a sophisticated grey coat, black stockings and some chic stilettos.

Pals: Ahead of the nuptials, bestfriends Serena and Blair are seen chatting on a balcony

Gorgeous: Dressed in her beautiful blue beaded gown, Leighton certainly makes for a stunning bride

Ahead of the nuptials, best friends Serena and Blair are seen chatting on a balcony.
Blair and Chuck's romance has been a rollercoaster, with more downs than ups.
But when, at the end of last season, Blair finally picked Chuck... the Gossip Girl faithful breathed a sigh of relief.

Extravagant gifts: Georgina Sparks (played by Michelle Trachtenberg) is seen arriving for the wedding with a large gift as she chats to Dan Humphrey (Penn Badgley)

The boys: Chuck is seen chatting to his uncle Jack Bass (Desmond Harrington) and Nate Archibald (Chace Crawford) before the wedding

However, it wasn't a done deal, so they're still waiting for a happy ending... and this seems to be it.
But it appears that all doesn't end well.
In the episode titled New York, I Love You XOXO, after Chuck leans in for a kiss with his bride, they are interrupted by a police officer.
It isn't long before the groom is being torn away from his new wife as he is arrested.

Drama: Dan is seen handing Nate some suspicious documents as he arrives with Georgina

Dressed to the nines: Serena's mother Lily (played by Kelly Rutherford) and her brother Eric (Connor Paolo) prepare to head to the wedding

Leighton and Ed are then seen having emotional goodbye kiss at the Republic Airport in Long Island, New York, which ends with Chuck boarding a private jet and Blair getting into a waiting taxi.
In a recent interview, Leighton opened up about saying goodbye to the drama series.
'I think it's ending at a beautiful, perfect time,' she told Vulture.

Worry: Blair and Chuck have a heated conversation in the episode

'But it's [also] because our contracts are up. I don't think anyone wants to stay after their contracts.'
Leighton also admitted that working on the same project for six years can become 'sort of tedious' - and says she now wants to 'move beyond' Gossip Girl.
She added: 'It's been an amazing tool to learn from, and I owe pretty much everything... to Gossip Girl.
'But I could say, somewhat, [that] it's my personal growth that has made me want to move beyond it.

Despair: Blair holds Chuck's hand as the drama escalates

'I was 20 when I started, and I'm 26 now, so you don't want to be doing the same thing over a period that long.'
The Series Finale begins with the stars and executive producers bidding farewell to the Upper East Side in a look back at the show’s many unforgettable moments.
Then, in a fashionable farewell to remember, everyone's favorite Upper East Siders join forces for one last soiree (the wedding), and the shocking identity of Gossip Girl is finally revealed.

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Link bracelets are made from connecting numerous silver links to one another until a bracelet is formed. Depending on the link, this could also be called a chain bracelet. One spin off from the chain bracelet is the identification bracelet where a chain is worn with a small placard that can contain names, inscriptions, medical conditions, etc.

Cuff bracelets are bracelets that are rigid yet pliable enough that the solid piece of silver can be bent and manipulated to slide over the wrist. These bracelets can often be tightened with a slight squeeze at the wrist to ensure it stays on.

Bangle bracelets can come as either one complete round piece of silver where the hand simply slips through, or it can have two main pieces and a hinge to make it easier to get the bracelet on and prevent it from falling off. It interesting to note that the number and type of bangles a woman wears in certain portions of India is indicative of her marital status.

Charms can often be found dangling from any of the above types of bracelets, thus this bracelet is aptly named the charm bracelet. The charms often symbolize an important time, event, or person in ones life. Commonly charms are found on chain and link types of bracelets.

Necklaces Are An Elegant Addition To Your Collection Of Exquisite Jewelry

Every woman who has jewelry, must have a set of in her collection. Whether it be pearl necklaces, or gold necklaces and maybe even a diamond necklace, this piece of jewelry is always a welcome guest.

A gold necklace seems a bit dated with all the varieties of precious metal available today. Why settle for a dull gold chain around your neck, when you can have a shimmering platinum necklace sparkling around your neck. Whereas a pearl necklace or choker wrapped around your neck may leave some of you thinking, pearls are boring and something my great grandmother would wear. Well think again!..

A pearl necklace is not as dated as you might have thought. You can get a pearl necklace at a very reasonable price and there are plenty of designs out there to suit all ages. Here are a list of a few that are available:

- Freshwater cultured pearl necklace with filigree heart - A beautiful collection of freshwater pearls with a toggle closure and a detailed sterling silver filigree heart charm.

- Eternity pearl necklace - A sterling silver, inset with 10 freshwater pearls which dangles from a silver snake chain. The chain closes with a lobster clasp and decorated with a 1/2 inch pendant.

- Pearl and agate necklace - This piece has black and white pearls that are mixed with agate and sterling silver and highlighted by a trio of spinning agate beads.

- Pearls with aquamarine - This stunning piece combines freshwater pearls with light blue aquamarine and silver spacers. This piece is beautiful and can be worn for all occasions.

- Pearl tin cup necklace - This gorgeous display has twenty one pink and white freshwater pearls floating on rows of 14 kt gold wires.

Your collection will never be complete without them, no matter what your budget is, there is a necklace to suit everyone's taste and bank balance.

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A Short Discussion On Silver Fashion Jewellery

For many years, women and men have used jewelry to make a fashion statement or to complement an outfit. Jewelry of all types has always caught the eye of those that are looking for the correct accents for an occasion. There are many choices that can be bought at local and online stores for a wide array of prices. Some consumers have purchased gold or platinum jewelry, but the most popular type is silver fashion jewellery. Silver tones have proven to look great with all types of gems and sometimes other metals.

There are a few different choices when looking at silver jewelry. Although when most people talk about silver jewelry, they usually mean silver toned. The following is a general look at the types of silver jewelry that can be purchased. There are some considerations when purchasing high quality silver jewelry that will last a lifetime and sometimes become an heirloom piece to share with your family members.

One of the most popular silver toned jewelry pieces were created in sterling silver. Sterling silver is pure silver that has been mixed with other elements to make it hard and durable. Although it scratches fairly easy, it can be shined to a gleam. All sterling silver is marked with a . 925 stamp somewhere on the piece. Since sterling silver has nickel in it, many people are sensitive to the metal making it hard for some to wear the metal comfortably.

For those that are sensitive to sterling silver, silver plated jewelry makes a better choice. Most of the coating that is used to coat metal for silver plated jewelry does not contain nickel. Not only does it look as luxurious as sterling silver, it will sometimes hold up for a long time.

Another popular choice of silver fashion jewellery is the type that is made out of high quality metals that have a silver tone that does not tarnish or lose its gleam.

There are many jewelry companies that have this type of jewelry and they will often offer a lifetime warranty. Although these companies produce some of the highest quality jewelry pieces, they are usually made from other materials that can withstand the test of time.