Tess Is Ready

Tess Daly is excited about the upcoming series of Strictly Come Dancing.

She wrote in her Mirror column that she has to keep tight-lipped about the stars taking part, but says there are some "dynamite pairings".

It's almost time for the big photoshoot. She writes: "I'm looking forward to catching up with my mate Brucie this week for a photoshoot and I'm hoping to bring [my baby daughter] Amber along to meet her uncle Bruce for the first time."

She's also excited about her dresses: "I've been discussing outfits with my Strictly stylist to come up with a look for this year's show. This season's trends are all high-octane glamour - even diamante is making a comeback! So I'm not short of inspiration. Last year, my dresses were all about body con until my pregnant silhouette meant they were no longer an option. From now till the series begins I'm planning on getting fit - a few sit-ups at the very least. Failing that, there's always control pants."

She and her Strictly stylist must have made up last year, as Tess was in some of the best dresses she had worn in five series the show. Let's hope it continues.