Platinum

Platinum is the magazine for women in the prime of their lives - and having the time of their lives, too. Platinum is for those women who are up-to-date in both style and attitude and interested in exploring the world around them. In the pages of Platinum, readers will find everything from in-depth reads to the latest from the world of well-being. Platinum magazine inspires you to live your best possible life with fun-loving, informative, uplifting, and motivational articles and features inside every issue. Rekindle your confidence with expert beauty, skincare, and fashion advice, learn how to curb your financial worries, maintain your fitness goals and so much more with Platinum as your ultimate lifestyle guide. Platinum magazine encourages you to try new styles, recipes, exercises plus much more and pushes you outside of your comfort so that you can make the most of your life and celebrate the incredible woman that you are every day. Discover the lifestyle magazine that is redefining the lives of women aged 55 and over and start living your best and most fabulous life every day.

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Our experts • Each month, our team of experts share their wealth of knowledge, from fashion and beauty to health and wellbeing.

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Have your say… • Thanks for writing in to share feedback on the magazine. Here’s a selection of your letters⋆ this month. Email your thoughts to us at platinum.letters@kelsey.co.uk.

MOORE’S MONTH • This month, Platinum columnist and Loose Women presenter Jane Moore finds the 10 secrets to living your best “second half”.

‘I finally feel free to be myself ’ • The Duchess of York, Sarah Ferguson, opens her heart about her family, her battle with cancer and her future dreams of TV stardom, including a role in Bridgerton! She speaks to Gemma Calvert.

Is 60 the new 40 ? • Not long ago, being in your mid-60s signified old age. Now, many 60- and 70-somethings are fitter, healthier and more active than ever before. So, has the term “elderly” become obsolete for today’s mature women? Angela Kennedy investigates.

Platinum picks • Bring the exotic with you this summer in totally tropical beachwear and accessories.

Fashion INSIDER with Gail Rolfe • Platinum fashion expert Gail says boho is back, and shows us how to do it in a grown-up way. For more fashion inspiration, follow Gail at instagram.com/myageisirrelevant.

Shorts story • Shorts are the new midi-dress, and whether you’re looking for tailored, knee-length or beachy, there’s a style to suit all.

Spotlight on STYLE • Handmade in Ireland, NOEMA JAMES embodies the spirit of “less is more” with their chic, stylish pieces all made from Irish linen.

FACE in FIVE • Platinum beauty guru and celebrity make-up artist Dottie Monaghan shows you how to perfect your pout. Connect with her at instagram.com/dottiemakeup.

Tooling up! • Beauty tools are increasingly popular, but are you using them correctly? We take a look at three beauty gadgets and the skincare to help get the most out of them.

Find your perfect summer scent • The co-founder of perfume discovery subscription service Sniph, Tara Derakshan, shares the science behind why perfume stirs the senses, where a favourite scent can transport you, and which notes are perfect for long sunshiney days and warm summer nights.

Platinum Beauty Awards 2024 • Our expert panel, led by beauty guru Dottie Monaghan, are almost finished testing all the amazing beauty products that were sent in. Find out how it’s all going, and when the winners will be revealed.

DR DAWN HARPER’S HEALTH SECRETS • We all want to know how to live not only longer but better. This month, Dr Harper shares the importance of eye health and how...