By DAILY MAIL REPORTER Fancy a dip? 400 people braved the icy cold waters of Rhossili beach, South Wales to go skinny dipping and break a world record A nude world record was set today when 400 people stripped off naked and went running into the sea.People came to South Wales from all over the globe to take part in the world skinny-dipping record on Rhossili Beach, Gower.They tore off their clothes shortly before 8am and bravely ran into the water shrieking and whooping with delight seemingly unperturbed by the wet and wind conditions. But their cries of joy were replaced by ooohs and aaahs once their naked bodies entered into the icy sea temperature.Skinny dipper Lizzy White, 25, said: 'I have flown in from Australia via Brazil to take part - what was I thinking of?'But it was great fun and very exhilarating to strip off and dive into the waves, even if they are a lot colder than what I'm used to.'Shivering first-time skinny dipper Steve Absalom, 29, said: 'I'm quite shy and I have never swam naked before so to do it in front of 400 people was a bit of an eye-opener. Ready, set, strip: Nudists strip off despite wet and windy conditions and appeared to be having great fun'But there was no embarrassment - it was just great fun.'The dash from the shoreline into the waves was the hardest bit but once you are in the water - what the hell!'I’m very proud to have helped to set the new world record - it is something I will be able to tell my grandchildren.'Organisers of the event said their challenge had to be verified by Guinness but they believe they have smashed the previous record of 250 skinny-dippers.Spokeswoman Alison Powell said: 'It was great fun - I have never seen so many happy smiling faces. An eyeful: Skinny dippers jumped the waves in Wales as they celebrated their record-breaking achievement'We hoped for 300 people but in the end we got a lot more - I'm delighted with the turn out.'Organisers are hoping the sponsored skinny-dip will raise more than £5,000 for the Marie Curie cancer charity.And many of the nudists posed to have their photographs taken in the shallows to prove to their sponsors that they took part in the event.Naked Sue Jones, 39, of Carmarthen, said: 'I'm putting my picture on Facebook for all to see.'I've skinny-dipped before in Greece and Spain. This was the first time in Wales ... and the last!'source: dailymail
By GEORGINA LITTLEJOHN Romantic getaway: Kim Kardashian strolls hand-in-hand with then-boyfriend-now-fiancé Kris Humphries on a holiday in Bora Bora last month - where he was also introduced to her family for the first timeThey have a wedding in the works, but Kim Kardashian and Kris Humphries aren't holding out for their honeymoon to enjoy romance on a tropical island.The engaged couple were spotted frolicking together in Bora Bora after stealing a little alone time while on a family holiday. It's the first time the NBA player has joined in on a trip away with so many of the Kardashian clan. Silver siren: Kim looked sensational in a shiny animal skin print bikini as she paddled in the clear water by the shore Kim invited the New Jersey Nets star to join her and her family on holiday to the Pacific island of last month, after both agreed it would be the perfect time for him to get to know his in-laws.And it must have gone very smoothly for the couple because just a couple of weeks later, Kris, 26, got down on one knee and popped the question. So in love: Kim and Kris couldn't keep their hands off each other as they kissed and canoodled in the sea Larking about: Kim laughs in delight as Kris picks her up after dunking her in the crystal clear waterSpeaking to Us magazine, Kim, 30, said: 'Family is so important to me. Kris and I were like, "this is going to be the test".'They were joined at the Hilton Bora Bora Nui Resort & Spa by her mother Kris Jenner, 55, stepfather Bruce Jenner, 61 and her older sister Kourtney, 32, who came with boyfriend Scott Disick, 28, and their 18-month-old son, Mason.Slam dunk! Kris appeared to be having fun throwing his future fiancée around in the PacificAlso along for the idyllic island ride was Kim's brother Rob, 24, and her half-sisters Kendall, 15, and Kylie, 13.Unfortunately, younger sister Khloe, 27, and her L.A. Laker husband Lamar Odom, 31, had to stay behind for the NBA playoffs. South Pacific princess: Kim's bikini matched the beautiful aquamarine colour of the sea as she soaked up the sun outside her luxury bungalowBut while he was there to meet and be welcomed into the Kardashian clan, Kris was also able to enjoy some quality time with his bride-to-be, who was just his girlfriend of six months at that stage.They were snapped walking hand-in-hand in the crystal clear surf together and took every opportunity to sneak and kiss and a cuddle. Bottoms up! Kim sticks her famous backside in the air as she relaxes in the infinity pool Quality time: Kim and Kris arrive back from a boat trip together before getting ready for a night out at local restaurant Bloody Mary's They spent a romantic night out together at the Bloody Mary's restaurant, bar and yacht club, and Kim showed off her enviable curves in a brown wrap dress which clung in all the right places.Kim also managed to put on a full display of several sexy bikinis during the week-long holiday which understandably meant that Kris couldn't keep his eyes of her. Doting parents: Kourtney keeps a watchful eye on an energetic Mason while Scott couldn't resist holding him up in the airBut she wasn't the only one who had packed for a beachside fashion parade with big sister Kourtney determined to be as much of a bikini babe as Kim. And she and boyfriend Scott Disick seemed to be getting on very well, despite their well-publicised troubles, and played the happy family doting over baby son Mason, who looked very cute in his beach shorts as he ran up and down the sand. Happy family: Scott, Kourtney and Mason cuddle up in the ocean as they pose for a lovely photoThe holiday is part of an upcoming episode of Keeping Up With The Kardashians as part of the new season which began on Sunday night.As how well received was Kris into the Kardashian family? 'He won them over for sure', said Kim afterwards.Family fun: While Kim and Kris went off on their own, the Kardashian family (L-R Bruce, Kris, Jenner, Mason, Kourtney, Scott, Kylie and Rob) hung out by their luxury bungalowsource: dailymail
By DAILY MAIL REPORTER80's tribute: Lady Gaga's new music video Edge of Glory take more style inspiration from Madonna in the 80's She took a lot of flack for her sins the first time, but it would seem it did not deter Lady Gaga from taking even more style notes from Madonna in her latest music video, Edge of Glory.After receiving a barrage of criticism for copying Madonna's musical style with Born This Way, the 25-year-old singer has seemingly gone one further and boldly copied the Queen of Pop yet again.Provocative, raunchy and reminiscent of a number of Madonna's iconic chart hits, Gaga has today released what would appear to be the ultimate 80s tribute video. On the edge: One of Gaga's seductive dance routines see her hanging off the edge of a fire escape in New York Scantily-clad and displaying an array of seductive dance moves and facial expressions, Gaga's new chart offering is undoubtedly going to be a Summer smash, but whether Madonna's fan base will approve is yet to be revealed.Gaga's own loyal fan base are unlikely to be disappointed as the track itself is tipped to be yet another Summer anthem.The Poker Face singer's new video for the Edge of Glory sees her gyrating up and down a dimly lit fire escape, quite literally on 'the edge' of a apartment block in New York. Trend setter: One of Madonna's iconic 80's looks in as Nikki Finn in the hit 1987 movie, Who's that Girl Channelling looks from Madonna's performance in Who's That Girl, with cropped blonde hair, leather studded attire and flat cap, Gaga's appearance has many comparisons to Madonna's iconic role as Nikki Finn in the 1987 hit movie.Gaga's dance moves are also reminiscent of the 1983 musical, Flash Dance, proving there is little originality in the entertainer's latest video offering. Inspired: A number of Gaga's dance routines in the video are similar to those in the hit musical Flash Dance One thing that Gaga is likely to receive praise for is her use of wardrobe designs from Gianni Versace's last collection.The studded, leather ensemble comprised of a selection of leather belts and braces, heavy gold jewellery and paired with a large pair of black jewel-embellished knickers.With her eyes adorned with thick black eye-liner and teamed with a monochrome cropped wig, there is no mistaking the singer's intentions to pack her own style punch. Original: Actress Jennifer Beal performs one of the iconic dance scenes in the 1983 hit, Flash DanceRolling around on the pavement and kissing the curb, Gaga's angry performance fits neatly into her current political bid to pass marriage equality in the State of New York.While promoting the release of her new single yesterday, Gaga snapped up the opportunity to encourage her American fans to vote for marriage equality by tweeting: 'Today we are on the Edge of Glory and 1 vote away for marriage equality passing in New York State'Shortly after she reiterated with: 'Attention Little Monsters URGENT. Call your Senators, and help legalize Gay Marriage in NY TODAY. Justice.' Stepping up: A scantily-clad Gaga scales a fire escape down the side of a dimly lit apartment block in New York source: dailymail
By DAILY MAIL REPORTER Who's laughing now?: Gaga on the runway in Cologne for Germany's Top Model today Her outfits have become more risque with every smash hit single, but Lady Gaga has complained that she was branded a 'sl*t' at school because of the way she dressed.In a recent interview, the singer who firmly believes that less is more when it comes to couture, said she dreaded attending classes in New York because of the taunts.However it hasn't stopped her revealing as much as she can at every opportunity since, as the sheer gown she chose for her appearance on Germany's Top Model today proves. Sheer talent: It was almost a conservative choice for the shock singer, besides the see-through material'I used to be called a sl*t. I didn’t even want to go to school sometimes,' the pop mega-star told the Daily Record.And while this high-neck, long gown is positively Victorian compared to Gaga's usual choice of outfit, the sheer fabric reveals her body clearly - knickers, bra and all. Fan club: Gaga was handed a hand made placard saying I Love You Gaga by a member of the audience On her feet she wore a pair of her regulation Noritaka Tatehana shoes were clearly visible. The towering, yet heel-less footwear has become a staple part of Gaga's overall look - this particular pair being covered with gold studs.The post-modern singer teamed the barely-there ensemble with a teal wig.Later Gaga was even more scantily-clad during her performance of songs Born This Way and Edge of Glory on the reality show, opting for fishnet tights, knickers and an asymmetric cape. Feel the love: The superstar singer receive a very warm welcome when she appeared on the German version of Top ModelTo begin with she sat at a piano which had stacks of money placed all over its lid. Making her way on to the catwalk, Gaga stepped under three different guillotines, each of which had a different word illuminated above it - the first had SEX, the second MONEY and the third VANITY.At the second guillotine, her dance troupe played with another huge stack of money, while at the third Gaga caused a moment of high drama when she placed herself under the blade of the execution device. Money spinner: Gaga sits at the piano as she performs Edge Of Glory - the lid of the instrument cover with bundles of cash The lights then went out before she jumped up holding a false head with the same teal wig she was wearing herself, shouting 'beauty is a lie'. Of course, Gaga's whole act undoubtedly had some kind of poignant message behind it.Gaga then jumped up with a prosthetic head - in matching teal wig - held aloft, before snarling towards the judges, including Heidi Klum: 'I would kill for fashion.'The show at the Lanxess Arena in Cologne was being streamed live on the internet, so Gaga's pronouncement reached her fans worldwide. Yin and yang: The two faces of Gaga during the show, her black stage attire and white runway gownShe is deadly serious about fashion, besides Bowie, Queen and Madonna, the New Yorker counts Donatella Versace as one of her primary inspirations.Her own team, the Haus of Gaga have also had a sensational effect upon fashion, with outlandish styles inspired by Gaga's look even filtering down to the high street.Also performing during the evening showcase was R&B singer Keri Hilson, while stunning blonde model Jana was crowned the winner of the catwalk-focused program. The dark side: Gaga opted for a sleek black ensemble for her typically entertaining routine Cutting edge: Gaga holds a fake head in her left hand after laying down under the guillotine behind herBut as usual, it was Gaga who stole the show, and in the same interview with the Daily Record, the singer - who split from boyfriend Luc Carl earlier this year - also hinted that she might be ready to steal someone's heart, again.Talking about her heavily made up appearance, she explained: 'I do get laughed at quite a bit by all my friends because they say I go to sleep a lot with my make-up on. But I say that I have to be ready for the man of my dreams!'The superstar singer also recently spoke about the inspiration behind her new album Born This Way.Speaking to the NME, she said: 'I was thinking about Madonna, she was a big inspiration and I was thinking about Prince when I was writing.'There's the industrial sound of German house music too. Whitney Houston's on there too, especially on Marry The Night.' Heads up: The singer holds a fake head aloft as she crowns her performance on the German show Lady GaGa - Edge Of Glory (Germany's Next Topmodel 2011)source: dailymail
By CHRIS JOHNSON Ruffled train: Gaga completed her look with a turquoise wig with lashings or red lipstick and nail varnishAfter accidentally exposing her nipples as she arrived at the CFDA Fashion Awards, Lady Gaga decided she may as well go the whole hog at the after-party.The flamboyant singer ended up removing her custom-made Mugler gown to just the sheer bodysuit underneath, leaving nothing to the imagination. Make some room: With her large train and 24 inch heels, it's amazing Gaga managed to stay upright The 25-year-old had just nipple covers and a G-string protecting what little modesty she had left as she danced at the bash at The Standard hotel in New York.The singer was clearly in high spirits after being named Fashion Icon at the CFDA Fashion Awards hours earlier.Her revealing after-party outfit came hours after Gaga's wardrobe malfunction on the purple carpet at the awards at the Lincoln Center. Helping hand: The singer was assisted by a minder as she arrived, staggering around on her vertiginous heels Posing with her left arm clutching her turquoise wig, it was hardly surprising that the precarious outfit gave way. Gaga was assisted by a minder as she arrived at Alice Tully Hall, staggering around in a staggering pair of 24in vertiginous platform heels.Her dramatic outfit came complete with a ruffled train and with spikes running down between her derrière, begging the question as to how she sat down inside the awards show. Camera-shy: Dressed-down Gaga wasn't quite so ready for the camera earlier on Monday Lady Gaga accepted the Style Icon award from V magazine editor-in-chief Stephen Gan.Accepting her accolade, she said: 'All of you made me feel like a star before I was.'As much as this award means to me personally... I just want you to know how much this means to young Americans.'Designer Marc Jacobs received one of the biggest honours of the night from the Council of Fashion Designers of America - the Lifetime Achievement Award.Lady Gaga on CFDA Fashion Awards 2011source: dailymail
Fancy a dip? 400 people braved the icy cold waters of Rhossili beach, South Wales to go skinny dipping and break a world record A nude world record was set today when 400 people stripped off naked and went running into the sea.People came to South Wales from all over the globe to take part in the world skinny-dipping record on Rhossili Beach, Gower.They tore off their clothes shortly before 8am and bravely ran into the water shrieking and whooping with delight seemingly unperturbed by the wet and wind conditions. 
But their cries of joy were replaced by ooohs and aaahs once their naked bodies entered into the icy sea temperature.Skinny dipper Lizzy White, 25, said: 'I have flown in from Australia via Brazil to take part - what was I thinking of?'But it was great fun and very exhilarating to strip off and dive into the waves, even if they are a lot colder than what I'm used to.'Shivering first-time skinny dipper Steve Absalom, 29, said: 'I'm quite shy and I have never swam naked before so to do it in front of 400 people was a bit of an eye-opener.
Ready, set, strip: Nudists strip off despite wet and windy conditions and appeared to be having great fun'But there was no embarrassment - it was just great fun.'The dash from the shoreline into the waves was the hardest bit but once you are in the water - what the hell!'I’m very proud to have helped to set the new world record - it is something I will be able to tell my grandchildren.'Organisers of the event said their challenge had to be verified by Guinness but they believe they have smashed the previous record of 250 skinny-dippers.Spokeswoman Alison Powell said: 'It was great fun - I have never seen so many happy smiling faces.
An eyeful: Skinny dippers jumped the waves in Wales as they celebrated their record-breaking achievement'We hoped for 300 people but in the end we got a lot more - I'm delighted with the turn out.'Organisers are hoping the sponsored skinny-dip will raise more than £5,000 for the Marie Curie cancer charity.And many of the nudists posed to have their photographs taken in the shallows to prove to their sponsors that they took part in the event.Naked Sue Jones, 39, of Carmarthen, said: 'I'm putting my picture on Facebook for all to see.'I've skinny-dipped before in Greece and Spain. This was the first time in Wales ... and the last!'source: dailymail
