PRESS PROMO UPDATE : GOOD HOUSEKEEPING ... APRIL 30TH 2026 ..

 

Dame Joan Collins launches M&S rosé season – 

They really rolled out the pink carpet!

By Stacey SmithPublished: 30 April 2026

M&S has officially declared it rosé season – just in time for the first May bank holiday.

And who better to mark the moment than icon and legend Dame Joan Collins..

The retailer rolled out the pink carpet for its M&S Food Ambassador 

(that’s a good gig, isn’t it?), who announced it was time to switch to pink.

‘Rosé season has arrived, though I’ve never been one to need permission to pour a glass,

’ Dame Joan said, adding, 

‘Who needs the South of France when you can simply glide into your local M&S Foodhall 

and find the finest rosé right there? You don’t need a riviera postcode, just impeccable taste… 

preferably chilled.’ Quite.

It’s the biggest M&S rosé range to date, with the brand reportedly selling 

a bottle of blush every two seconds during peak period.

Channelling our inner Joan, we’ve cherry-picked a few of our favourites from the range.

La Balconne Organic Provence Rose, £16, 75cl

Both Dame Joan and I agree this organic blush is sophistication personified...

Elegant and dry, with notes of white peach, sun-kissed strawberry and Provençal herbs, 

it’s the ultimate aperitif. Cheers!

Classics Côtes de Provence Rosé, £10, 75cl

If you buy just one, make it this – the bestselling rosé in the M&S Foodhall.

A classic Côtes de Provence, it’s every bit as crisp, 

delicate and dry as one could want. 

Bursting with juicy strawberries and redcurrants, 

it’s a dream with seafood salads and a steal at just £10.

Best under £10: Lisboa Bonita Rosé, £8, 75cl

It’s not all about Provence pinks, however. 

If you’re looking for great value, head to Portugal. Bright, 

light and crisp, 

we love the combination of red berries with a touch of 

refreshing watermelon. 

This is the one to crack open with your picky tea.

Best for parties: Italian Rosato Pouch, £12, 1.5 litres

For larger gatherings, make hosting a breeze with this 1.5-litre wine pouch. 

A blend of Syrah and Merlot, this fresh Sicilian pour is full of cherry and raspberry. 

They’ll all be going back for another squeeze – trust us.

PROMO ALERT : A MURDER BETWEEN FRIENDS .. DVD RELEASE AUSTRALIA FROM EAGLE ENTERTAINMENT.. MAY 6TH ..

 

Joan's current film A Murder Between Friends will get a dvd plus streaming release in Australia on May 6th from Eagle Entertainment.

You can order a copy of the dvd release from the following link...

A MURDER BETWEEN FRIENDS DVD RELEASE FROM SANITY ONLINE MAY 6TH.. 

ORDER A MURDER BETWEEN FRIENDS FROM JB-HIFI

PRESS UPDATE : THE TELEGRAPH .. APRIL 24TH 2026 ..

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Six evening style tips to take from 92-year-old Joan Collins

From sequinned jackets to dazzling brooches, the actress excels at ‘going out’ dressing – here’s how you can too...

By Rebecca Cope who is a freelance journalist and former digital director of Tatler

Dame Joan paired a polka-dot print jacket with a simple black jumper at The Cut’s Golden Globes brunch, Jan 2026 Credit: Gilbert Flores/Penske Media via Getty Images

Dame Joan Collins has never been one to shy away from a party. While her fellow nonagenarians are often having a well-deserved rest, the Dynasty star can always be counted on to be out on the town in a fabulous outfit. Last week, she shared photos of a glamorous dinner date with Elizabeth Hurley (as well as her son, Damian, and beau, Billy Ray Cyrus) at newly reopened London hotspot Simpson’s, donning a bejewelled blazer and diamond necklace for the occasion. A few days later, Collins was at the Marks & Spencer Sparks launch party in a silver suit with coordinating eye make-up.

Opt for monochrome

At The Cut’s Golden Globes brunch earlier this year, the legendary star  looked smart and chic in a playful polka-dot print jacket worn over a simple black jumper and trousers. The jacket has a sense of youthfulness thanks to its cropped, collarless cut, with the timeless nature of both monochrome and polka dot also giving it refinement for evening. The addition of a sparkling floral brooch is another great flourish.

“Dame Joan’s sartorial choices are there to be noticed, highlighting that age is irrelevant and you should wear the items you admire and have fun whilst doing it,” says stylist Anna Woodham. “Whether that’s to everyone’s taste or not is irrelevant; Joan’s unarguably owning it.”

Here, we decode her evening wear style tips and how you too could be as stylish as “JC” whatever your age.

Seek out a statement jacket...

Joan with Billy Ray Cyrus at dinner Simpson's In The Strand

When in doubt, one of the easiest ways to elevate your outfit for dinner at a nice restaurant is to add a smart jacket, like Dame Joan did for her visit to Simpson’s. She has always been a fan of the bedazzled look, and it’s no surprise that she has opted for a black blazer with silver beading on the shoulders. It’s also worth noting that she’s adding a little structure to her look with the shoulder pads, while the wide lapels create a flattering effect as they balance out the shoulders. Bonus points too for matching your embellishment with your jewellery – the silver here really brings the look together cohesively.

Try tonal dressing with metallics...

Dame Joan Collins styled a silver suit with coordinating eye make-up at the Marks & Spencer Sparks launch party this month Credit: Dave Benett

Perhaps unsurprisingly considering she helped to define the era of power suits, Dame Joan is partial to tailoring, and often defaults to it for her evening wear looks in place of a dress. This ensemble is particularly chic thanks to the tonal mix of silver and grey, as well as matte and high-shine textures. “I love Joan for her unapologetically glamorous style choices,” says Woodham. “In stand-out metallic tailoring, she channels the golden age of cinema with a nod to classic Hollywood and its old-school glamour aesthetic. The silver tailoring look is the ideal style choice for Joan’s age, a mix of textured metallic fabrics can really lift an outfit and instantly make the overall look appear more luxe.”

Add a brooch....

                 Joan attends The Lady Garden Luncheon Credit: Dave Benett

Brooches are Dame Joan’s go-to accessory for jazzing up a jacket or blouse – and her approach is undeniably more is more, as she will often pair them with maximalist earrings, necklaces or bracelets too. “She regularly opts for statement accessories such as opulent jewellery or oversized sunglasses to elevate her look,” says Woodham. “Here, a crystal flamingo brooch pairs perfectly against her ruffled pink blouse.” We also love the sense of humour here, as the flamingo ties in with the hue of her top. After all, if you can’t have fun with fashion in your 90s, when can you?

Try a cape dress....

Styling a bottle green velvet dress at a carol concert in London last year Credit: Dave Benett/Getty Images

A lot of women when they reach a certain age prefer to cover up the tops of their arms, and Dame Joan is one of them. One chic and modern way to do this is with a cape coat, or a dress like this one. “The bottle green velvet dress really suits her colouring and the length is demure and classy,” says stylist Bella Hignett. “If it was any longer she would look shorter than she is. The built-in cape that drapes so beautifully over her shoulders adds structure and definition – she matches it with some of her show-stopping jewellery. The square neckline showing off her tanned décolletage really suits her. She does old school glamour so well.” The square neckline is also very flattering for older women, as it smoothes out the décolletage.

Don’t be afraid of sparkle...

Dame Joan paired a sequin biker jacket with black fitted trousers  Credit: Paul Archuleta/Getty Images)

Dame Joan clearly knows that sparkle has no age limit – including sequins. “I love this rock chick look on her,” says Hignett. “At 92 she can certainly pull this off and looks great in all black. I like the different fabrics and the gloss. She pairs her sequin biker jacket with straight leg black fitted trousers and her part pvc black leather gloves really suit this look. She’s gone for it. I like the slit up the front of the trousers to show off her suede black boots. This is a look that not everyone can pull off but she does it with such aplomb. The cropped jacket highlights her slim hips and I think she knows how good she looks!”

Rebecca Cope is a freelance journalist and former digital director of Tatler...

PRESS UPDATE : MADAME .. MAY 2026 ..

This article appears in the latest issue of German glossy MADAME out now!

Girl’s Best Friend Joan Collins

Diamond Fever! embodies Hollywood's glamour like no other

• Madame
• 1 May 2026 .....

EVENT UPDATE : M&S SPARKS APP RELAUNCH PARTY .. 180 THE STRAND .. LONDON ... APRIL 15TH 2026 ..

(c) Dave Benett

Joan as Ambassador attended the launch of the M&S updated app Sparks at a party held at 180 The Strand. 
 

M&S Announces Transformed Sparks Loyalty Programme....

Marks & Spencer has launched the new and transformed Sparks loyalty programme, a key strategic milestone as M&S reshapes for growth.   

Insights from thousands of M&S customers show they are clear about what they want from M&S with “Make Sparks better” one of the leading pieces of feedback. This new launch directly answers that call and delivers a more rewarding, personalised experience giving customers exactly what they want from a loyalty programme: personalisation and pounds, not points and tricksy pricing.   

At the heart of the transformation is the brand new digital Sparks wallet where customers earn real money rewards to spend across any part of M&S – from Food and Fashion to Home and Beauty. They can spend their rewards on what they want at any time; whether saving up for Christmas, money off the weekly shop or treating themselves. 

New Sparks will be powered by a step change in the use of AI and data as M&S accelerates its digital transformation – a key strategic focus as M&S reshapes for growth.  

(C) Dave Benett

For the first time, M&S will use a suite of transformed AI and data capabilities to power Sparks including machine learning, and advanced generative AI models coming soon after, that will deliver even more personalised offers and rewards. And the more customers shop with Sparks, the better and more personalised the experience. As a result, customers will receive a more timely, bespoke and seamless experience with the ability to maintain greater control over how Sparks works for them.  

Colleagues have also played a vital role helping shape and refine the new Sparks experience with every M&S colleague given the opportunity to take part in a Beta test for several weeks ahead of the launch. Today’s launch is just the first stage of new Sparks with much more to come for customers in the future.  

M&S CEO Stuart Machin said: “Customers told us they want Sparks to be simple, rewarding and personalised, and we listened. New Sparks is built around a much more personalised experience, no tricksy pricing and real money rewards to thank our customers for shopping with us.  

“A stronger Sparks is another step forward on our journey as we invest for future growth. Powered by new and transformed data and AI capabilities, a new Sparks helps us get even closer to customers and deliver an even better M&S experience.” 

EVENT ALERT : KINKY BOOTS GALA IN AID OF WATERAID .. LONDON COLISEUM .. MARCH 29TH 2026 ..

                                    

(c) Simon Ackerman

 

Joan attended a special Gala Performance of the hit musical Kinky Boots at London's Coliseum in aid of Wateraid.. Also in attendence were Graham Norton, La Voix, Claire Sweeney and Christopher Biggins..

                 GALA PERFORMANCE            

Sunday 29 March at 3pm

100% of profits from ticket sales, once costs have been taken out, will go towards WaterAid

PRESS UPDATE : HELLO! .. MARCH 24TH 2026 ..

 

Grande dame

Dame Joan Collins  – DJ to her four beloved grand­chil­dren – tells us why sup­port­ing a chil­dren’s hos­pice is one of her most import­ant roles..

HELLO! (UK)

INTERVIEW: SOPHIE HAMILTON

24 Mar 2026

Hav­ing found world­wide fame in the Eighties soap opera Dyn­asty, Dame Joan Collins now has another role she’s pas­sion­ate about: being a grand­mother. The act­ress is mother to son Alex­an­der New­ley and daugh­ters Tara New­ley and Katyana Kass, and she reveals that her four grand­chil­dren – Miel, Weston, Ava and Deia – have an affec­tion­ate name for her.

“I’m DJ to the grandkids,” she tells hello! in this exclus­ive inter­view. “I love to be with them and I pay them a lot of atten­tion.”

It’s this love of chil­dren that drew Joan, to her role as vice-pres­id­ent of Shoot­ing Star Chil­dren’s Hos­pices, which helps babies, chil­dren and young people liv­ing with life-lim­it­ing con­di­tions, as well as their fam­il­ies.

Joan has backed the char­ity since 2003 and is the first guest on its new pod­cast, fea­tur­ing chats with the char­ity’s fam­ous sup­port­ers. Each guest has donated a per­sonal item to help to raise vital funds; Joan has given a Valentino clutch bag.

“It’s the num­ber one char­ity close to my heart,” she says. “I love the fact that we’re doing so much for the chil­dren and the fam­il­ies. They are in the most unima­gin­able cir­cum­stances [when] they come to Shoot­ing Star.”

Joan with Karen Sugarman Exec Vice President Shooting Star at the annual ball

SURVIVING TOUGH TIMES

Joan recalls a dif­fi­cult period in her own life when her daugh­ter Katyana was hit by a car aged eight in 1980. “I was with her in the hos­pital while she was in a coma,” she says. “It took seven to eight weeks for her to be able to walk and talk slightly. But then the hos­pital said, ‘All right, it’s up to you now’. With the help of physio­ther­ap­ists, doc­tors, nurses and teach­ers, Katy recovered.”

Joan treas­ures the time she spends at the organ­isa­tion’s hos­pices in Lon­don and Sur­rey, which cater for more than 700 chil­dren. “I visit at least once a year and have tea with the fam­il­ies. We take pic­tures, we talk and the chil­dren always give me beau­ti­ful hand­made cards. They’re inspir­a­tional,” she says.

Joan who is mar­ried to her fifth hus­band – the film pro­du­cer Percy Gib­son, who is 32 years her junior – says she has a lust for life that she believes is genetic. “My father was pretty full of life, and he lived to be 86,” she says.

She is best known for her role as Alexis Colby in Dyn­asty: is there any truth in the rumours that there was a feud between Joan and her co-star Linda Evans, who por­trayed her on-screen rival Krystle Car­ring­ton? “No; it was our char­ac­ters – and just because we didn’t social­ise,” she says.

Of the many act­ors she has worked with Joan is friends with “maybe ten to 20”. This includes Isa­bella Ros­sellini, her co-star in the forth­com­ing film The Duch­ess & I, in which Joan plays Wal­lis Simpson, the Duch­ess of Wind­sor.

A col­lector of cos­tume jew­ellery Joan often donates pieces to Shoot­ing Star’s auc­tions. “The char­ity needs to raise at least £12m a year and it relies on dona­tions,” she says.

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