Aspire Essex Magazine

ASPIRE September 2019 / Issue 01 SUBHEAD

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THE BEST IN FASHION, BEAUTY, TRAVEL, INTERIORS, AND FOOD. PLUS A GUIDE TO WHAT’S ON AROUND ESSEX

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PUBLISHER Ross Marshall EDITOR Alice Soule CREATIVE DIRECTOR Abdul Malique SUB EDITOR Michelle Marshall

WELCOME I have great pleasure in welcoming you to our first edition of Aspire!

Aspire is about life and style in and around the beautiful county of Essex. And each month, we hope to present you with the best of the best.

We’ve been working alongside some of the top local entrepreneurs and organisations so are incredibly excited to share with you what we’ve found.

We’ve tried to be bold in our choices, making this magazine braver in content and louder in voice than other regional offerings. Because let’s be 4 / September 2019 / Aspire

honest…no-one is inspired by the ordinary.

So enjoy our exclusive interviews, top tips and recommendations for local events. Look out for the feature on our favourite UK spa breaks there must be a valid reason to try one out, right?!

We’re a friendly bunch at Aspire so would love to hear what you’ve been up to. What events have made you smile and what tips do you think are worth sharing? Drop us a line!

Alice x

ACCOUNT MANAGER Sophie Evans CONTRIBUTORS House of Design Felsted, Emily Norris, ASPIRE MAGAZINES Upper Floors, 226 Hutton Rd, Brentwood, Essex CM15 8PA T: 01277 283838, info@aspiremagazines.co.uk aspiremagazines.co.uk Aspire magazine is published monthly (12 times a year) @aspireessex

CONTENTS September 2019 / Issue 01

03 / NEWS The latest goings on from Essex - we bring you what you need to know!

Including school successes, trophies and new shopping centres.

09 / WHAT’S ON Get your diaries ready for the top events this month from around the county. With great music, country shows and even a very famous comedian.

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29 / FASHION What’s on trend this month? With the changing season, it’s always exciting to see what’s hitting the headlines. Plus we share news of a royal fashion collab...

39 / BEAUTY Colours, styles and all the best skin care news. This month we share an exciting new range of products from a much loved brand.

49 / INTERIORS Glamour, sophistication and the best combinations for your home. Read our inspiring feature on metallics.

62 / CARS The top electric car news, impressive upgrades and our favourite local car shows. Plus a limited edition range you’ll most definitely want to hear about.

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73 / TRAVEL Fancy taking a carbon neutral holiday?

We have the perfect company for you.

Plus our top UK spa breaks for those moments of indulgence.

89 / FOOD It’s autumn so we’re talking seasonal, locally produced food. Where to buy it and what to look out for. Plus our favourite restaurants for you to try!

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ESSEX NEWS NEW PLAY AREA AND CAFE FOR FAMILY FAVOURITE VENUE Audley End Miniature Railway is expanding to include an amazing new ‘rail themed’ play area as well as adding an extension to the ever popular cafe.

Retaining an environmentally fluid feel, the play area will be made entirely out 6 / September 2019 / Aspire

of wood and features a train engine, two carriages plus interconnecting huts for children to play in and explore. There will also be climbing nets, a toddler zip line and the all time favourite swings and slides available to keep little ones entertained for hours. It’s going to add hours more fun to every visit! audley-end-railway.co.uk

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BRIEF NEWS

ESSEX TEEN SUCCESS IN FORTNITE WORLD CUP 15 year old Jaden Ashman, who goes by the gamer name of Wolfiez has come second in the first ever Fortnite World Cup. He shares the £1.8m prize money with his Dutch gaming partner, David “Rojo” Jong. Content after such a grand success, Jaden has said he’s going to ‘ride the wave for a while.’

Congratulations to the pair, what an achievement!

LAKESIDE REVAMP intu Lakeside is planning a dramatic £168m face lift which would see it extending the shopping centre and completely changing the layout. intu.co.uk/lakeside REFURB NEWS Haywards Restaurant in Epping is currently closed for a refurbishment.

Reopening on 11th September, we can’t wait to see the change. haywardsrestaurant.co.uk A/W STYLES ChildrenSalon has released their new autumn/winter collection - including lots of bright colours and the most gorgeous Stella McCartney range of sweatshirts. Take a look at childrensalon.com PINK BEAUTY SALON! A new beauty salon has opened in West Bridgford and there’s no doubting what owner, Sophie Draper’s favourite colour is.

Pink! Find Sophie Laura Beauty on Facebook for more updates.

HOUSE PRICES Essex has seen the biggest price rises across the country, according to Zoopla. As much as 28% increase since 2014! zoopla.co.uk

NEW HADLEIGH SHOPPING PLANS UNVEILED! Plans have been revealed for a redevelopment of the Partridges shopping site in the heart of Hadleigh, with 14 new shops and many new homes in the mix.

The regeneration would see the building of ground level shops, alongside new homes in a bid to encourage people to shop locally. We look forward to seeing how it looks.

WELL DONE TO BRENTWOOD SCHOOL KARTING TRIO A trio from Brentwood School has become the most successful team in the history of the British Schools Karting Championships (BSKC) competition having won at this years national finals at Whilton Mill.

Congratulations to Adam Harding, Adam Richards and Jaroslav Kovalev!

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TEN THINGS TO DO IN ESSEX Essex is filled with incredible sights, tourist attractions and historical landmarks. Whether you’re looking for shopping, dining or entertainment!

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AFTERNOON TEA AT THE ROSLIN roslinhotel.com Weekend Prices (Saturday - Sunday) Traditional Afternoon Tea Weekend - £25 The Roslin Beach Hotel has become synonymous with this finest of British traditions. So using their aptly named ‘Duchess’ fine bone china, the mouthwatering afternoon tea is light but incredibly satisfying. Leave room for the sumptuous cakes, pastries, freshly baked scones and clotted cream.

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DUXFORD BATTLE OF BRITAIN AIR SHOW Cambridgeshire, Saturday 21st September and Sunday 22nd September, iwm.org.uk Slip back in time to the 1940s with this spectacular wartime experience.

Watch the historic aircrafts and enjoy the vintage fashion, music and entertainment on show. Truly breathtaking in its entirety. The show traditionally ends with the splendour of the now famous mass Spitfire flypast. Ticket purchases necessary.

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BOHEMIAN RHAPSODY Thursday 12th September, 7pm Colchester, spectrumscreenevents.co.uk This film celebrates the band Queen and the incredible talent they brought to the music world. Defying convention to become one of the most beloved entertainers of our lifetime, this is a must see for all music fans.

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ESSEX COUNTRY SHOW South Weald, Saturday 28 and Sunday 29 September 2019 10-5pm, 01728 685302, wealdcountryshow.co.uk With horse displays, kids entertainment and even cookery demonstrations, you are sure to find something you love at this years country show. Take up the challenge of dog agility with your canine friend and show off their skills in the Dogs have Got Talent competition.

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ESSEX CLASSIC VEHICLE SHOW Colchester, Sunday 15 September 2019, 10.30am4pm, 01206 547616, headwayessex.org.uk For the fourth year, Headway Essex and Charity Classic Vehicle Club are teaming up to present the Essex Classic Vehicle Show. Over 200 vehicles attending plus a large range of food and craft stalls. The show is now full so it’s sure to be an exciting day for any motor enthusiast.

Visitor tickets can be bought on the day from £2. £10 for a family.

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JACK DEE LIVE! Saturday 26th October chelmsford.gov.uk 01245606505 The comic, famous for his grumpy demeanour is visiting Essex and there’s still a chance to buy tickets to this fantastic event.

Over 14s only.

In Jack’s own words: “In these difficult and uncertain times people need hope - a ray of sunshine to brighten their day. And that’s very much where I come in.”

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DINO DAY, Saturday 12th October, 11am-3.30pm Colchester Zoo 01206 331292 colchester-zoo.com Take a step back in time and join this fantastically Roar-some event at Colchester Zoo. With the chance to meet and interact with a T Rex, Raptor and Baby Dinosaurs, it’s sure to be an exciting day out. You can even take part in a dino dig, discover dinosaur bones and learn about fossils.Save the dino-date!

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CRESSING FOLK FESTIVAL Sunday 15th September 12noon to 8pm. visitparks.co.uk Brand new to the Folk scene, Cressing Temple Barns is proud to host the first Cressing Folkfest. A one day celebration of all things folk with a first class line up, sing-a-rounds, morris dancing, real ales and more. It’s absolutely an event that involves the whole family so bring the children and let them enjoy the entertainment specially laid on for them.

Tickets sold from £25.

U16s free.

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BRINGING AUDLEY END TO LIFE 21st-22nd September, 11am5pm Meet the servants at Audley End during this weekend long event that takes you back to a Victorian time of life.

Immerse yourself in the gloriously scented kitchen and have a chat with the stable-hand. It’s a wonderful opportunity to see how the house used to be run. english-heritage.org.uk 0370 333 1181 14 / September 2019 / Aspire

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PRESTED HALL AUTUMN WEDDING FAIR Sunday 29th September, 12pm – 4pm, prested.co.uk Planning a wedding? Looking for a wedding fair in Essex? They have been holding wedding fairs at Prested for many years, and since then they have become a go-to event for anyone planning to get married in the area.

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THE BEST NIGHTS OUT & ABOUT IN ESSEX AND LONDON Whether you’re looking for a cocktail bar or perhaps some great live music, we’re lucky to have such a vibrant local nightlife on our doorstep.

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FELIX, WARLEY Felix seafood grill was originally based in the heart of bustling Billericay but has expanded to now offer a second restaurant option in Warley. Imparting a warm and casual dining atmosphere, this is the perfect place for a relaxed evening out. The food is a work of art, you can truly taste the passion in everything they produce. And the restaurant itself, with its incredible Japanese inspired furnishing is simply beautiful. felixrestaurants.co.uk

RADIO ROOFTOP BAR Radio Rooftop bar is a truly unique place in one of London’s most iconic venues. The north and south facing terraces have been transformed into two exclusive spaces, offering a wonderfully individual view along with bespoke cocktails and food boards to share.

It’s the perfect venue for a casual yet refined social atmosphere. Take in the view of St. Paul’s and the London Eye while sipping a chilled glass of Champagne.

What’s not to love? radiorooftop.com/london

MONTEZUMA Let’s start by mentioning that Montezuma was the winner of ‘best boutique club’ in London for two consecutive years (2016/17) by the London Club Awards! It’s sexy, it’s fresh and a local hot spot in the South Kensington nightlife scene.

Montezuma is increasingly attracting regular partygoers and holds a late license until 3am. It’s the perfect place to go if you want to be seen! montezumalondon.com

SHEESH, CHIGWELL This hugely popular barbecue restaurant has received multiple leading industry awards for both food quality and service since opening at Ye Olde Kings Head in Chigwell. Most recently, they were awarded ‘Best fine dining restaurant in the UK’. Sheesh has become well known for it’s sophisticated atmosphere and popular entertainment that’s shared in the upstairs cocktail bar five nights a week. sheeshrestaurant.co.uk

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FLIGHT CLUB, SHOREDITCH. It’s hard to explain just how much fun a visit to Flight Club is. ‘Social darts’ is reinventing darts for the twenty first century and offering a range of games to suit every level of player. It’s the best place to unwind, enjoy a cocktail and absorb the buzzy atmosphere. A definite place to suggest for an away day with work colleagues (said from experience!) or just go crazy with your best friends. flightclubdarts.com/london September 2019 / Aspire / 21

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INTERVIEW WITH

EMILY NORRIS The YouTube star shares her news, vlogging tips and upcoming plans for the future. Plus why she chose to livestream her labour...

Emily’s inspirational YouTube channel is about sharing helpful and positive motherhood content.

There’s been a lot said of how difficult motherhood can be and so many women have fears and anxieties during pregnancy and beyond. Emily’s hope is to help them with her natural optimism and love of a good hack to make motherhood easier.

Emily focuses on the everyday side of motherhood; the bit that others may see as unglamorous or boring. The cleaning, the cooking and the entertaining. She celebrates this side of parenting in polished routine videos, cleaning videos, weaning and breastfeeding videos amongst others. She wants to show that done with pride and love, these moments are what makes our day to day “Mum Lives” even better - whether that be a great routine that leads to happy children or a cleaning hack that makes your home 24 / September 2019 / Aspire

look amazing. It flips the everyday into the aspirational for women embarking on motherhood.

Emily aspires to be the go-to channel for pregnant women and new mums - to be that supportive, experienced friend. She aims to keep that relationship going with relevant content and through engaging with all their comments to build a community of women on YouTube who are as passionate about motherhood as she is.

We asked Emily a few things about her life and career so far...

Q: What made you start vlogging?

A: If I’m completely honest I was feeling a bit isolated on maternity leave in 2014 so I started vlogging as a creative hobby. I was at home with a new baby and a toddler and I wanted to make memories for my sons but also share tips with other mothers on YouTube and Instagram.

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Q: Vlogging is a tough industry to crack - what challenges have you overcome to get to where you are?

A: My channel had slow growth for the first 6 months to a year, but 5 years in now it keeps growing and has 470,000 subscribers and gains 3 million views a month. Being consistent and setting a schedule of when I upload my videos has been important as well as being consistent and engaging with my audience by answering comments and messages as much as I can.

helped them. Sometimes it’s made them feel like they can cope with the day, get more organised at home or even helped some get through post natal depression.

Q: What do you like to do outside of work?

A: My boys are my world - I have an 8 year old, 5 year old and 2 year old so if I’m not working I’m playing with them… normally in goal :-)

Q: You famously live-streamed your labour on Facebook - what were your Q: What do you love about your job? reasons for wanting to do this?

A: It’s very rewarding when mothers A: I really wanted to share a positive email to say that my videos have birth experience. There’s a lot said 26 / September 2019 / Aspire

about how awful giving birth can be and people love to share their bad experiences but I’ve had three great births. With my third, I felt confident that it would go well again and I was having a home birth so when contractions started I went live on Facebook! It sounds odd but it was really lovely to see all the messages of support coming in from other mothers and sharing it with everyone. It was all very tasteful and I announced his birth and name live as soon as he was born.

Q: What are you most proud of in your blogging and vlogging life?

A: I am so proud that I grew my vlog

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to a level where I could quit my day job. I started my YouTube channel, as a hobby and I imagined it could be my full-time job. I feel so very lucky to have turned something I love into a career. I’ve had the opportunity to work with some of my favourite brands. It has allowed me to work around my kids busy schedules and be there for everything, something that would have never been impossible when I was employed.

Q: We love your Positivity Planner! Do you use a planner like this to organise your busy life?

A: Yes I definitely do! I made the planner because parents seem to love

my organisational videos and tips. So I wanted to create a tangible planner that they could use in their day to day lives to keep them organised.

We had such a good response from it that we are about to launch the 2020 planner.

Q: Top tips for any wannabe vloggers?

A: I get asked this question a lot.

As I said, I started my vlog as a hobby, which for me has been key as I genuinely love YouTube, and I enjoy making content. You need to post regularly (I post videos 3 times a week), and be consistent (I always post at 7pm on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays). Make

content that you want to watch, engage with your audience, reply to as many comments as you can.

Q: What are your plans for the future?

Your brand can only grow and grow which must be amazingly exciting for you.

A: I’m so excited for the future. I want to continue to focus on making helpful, positive videos for parents on YouTube and Instagram. I have my 2020 planner and I am also working on launching jewellery in the New Year. youtube: emilynorrisloves emilynorris.com September 2019 / Aspire / 27

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FASHION We’ve been shopping on your behalf and this is what we found...

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BRIEF NEWS

100 YEAR ANNIVERSARY LANDMARK Men’s fashion brand Farah will be celebrating its 100 year anniversary in 2020, following an inspirational 10 years of consistent sales growth.

The new SS20 collection pulls influence from various key moments in the brands journey, their Texan roots and the rise of their British cult following.

Congratulations to everyone involved. farah.co.uk

MTV AWARD Marc Jacobs is to become the first recipient of the MTV Fashion Trailblazer Award. The accolade pays tribute to a fashion designer who “has made an indelible impact within the world of music-artist fashion”.

F A S H ION NEWS

What you need to know. Because life’s too short to wear boring clothes...

DOORS ARE OPEN FOR LONDON FASHION WEEK This years London Fashion Week will run from the 13th to the 17th September, paralleling with its sister show, London Beauty Week. Adding to the excitement, for the first time ever, the doors will be open to the public on a ticketed basis. londonfashionweek.co.uk MEGHAN’S FASHION COLLAB It is hugely exciting to hear that British favourite Marks and Spencer and the Duchess of Sussex will be collaborating to launch a capsule collection of workwear. The range will support Smart Works, a charity set up to help unemployed women entering the workforce. Set to release later this year.

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MUSIC INSPIRED COLLAB Bershka has revealed its intention to collaborate with teenage singing sensation Billie Eilish.

The range of clothing will follow a theme of contrasts, “combining black and white with acid brights, and darkness with disruption”.

BRAND RENAME Kim Kardashian West has revealed the new name of her shapewear line after its former title, Kimono, was condemned for being “culturally offensive”.

The range is now titled SKIMS Solutionwear.

NEW SEASON JIMMY CHOOS Reinventing classics, the Jimmy Choo Pre Fall ‘19 collection features vintage-inspired trainers, point toe pumps and backless mules. Lots of sparkling silver, crystal embellishments and contrasting black and white designs. Go take a look at jimmychoo.com

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TWEED Jacket, Wool & Cashmere Tweed, Black & Grey £5,420, chanel.com

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LET’S SHOP! There are so many gorgeous pieces to choose between from the latest autumn/winter collections.

women’s fashion

PETER PILOTTO Ruffled floral silk-cloqué dress £1,595, matchesfashion.com

MULBERRY small Iris heavy grain tote bag £995, farfetch.com

PRADA tie sleeve cardigan £717, farfetch.com

FENDI Detachable-pussybow cotton-poplin shirt £798, matchesfashion.com

BURBERRY A-line neoprene skirt £750, matchesfashion.com

DOLCE & GABBANA Double-breasted pea coat £1,700, matchesfashion.com

CHLOÉ Tess shoulder bag £1,704, farfetch.com

WANDLER Isa 85mm two-tone ankle boots £510, farfetch.com

ALESSANDRA RICH Crystal and faux-pearl necklace £370, matchesfashion.com

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men’s fashion

MANUEL RITZ single breasted coat £382, farfetch.com

PRADA faux fur trapper hat £335, farfetch.com

KENZO Tiger sweatshirt £205, farfetch.com

REPRESENT checked velour bomber jacket £468, farfetch.com

DSQUARED2 roll neck jumper £495, farfetch.com

PRADA logo plaque denim shirt £510, farfetch.com

SUPREME Utility Pouch £155, farfetch.com

FENDI collage patch jumper £950, farfetch.com

GIVENCHY buckle detail boots £850, farfetch.com September 2019 / Aspire / 33

RIHANNA LAUNCHES NEW FASHION BRAND IN PARIS WITH LVMH LVMH announces the fast approaching launch of a new luxury Maison, developed by Robyn Rihanna Fenty

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OUR HOT PICKS

PARKA Fenty Reversible Parka, $1,360, Fenty.com

DRESS Fenty Denim Corset Dress, $810, Fenty.com

DRESS Fenty Corset Dress, $990, Fenty.com

TROUSERS Fenty Pleated Trousers, $485, Fenty.com

LVMH has partnered with Robyn Rihanna Fenty to create a new luxury Maison that will be based in Paris. The new brand, named Fenty, is centered on Rihanna as well as developed by her. It takes shape with her vision in terms of ‘ready to wear’ as well as shoes and accessories.

Rihanna has also taken ownership of all commerciality and communication.

Fenty debuted in Spring and has an ever growing fanbase eagerly waiting each new range.

Rihanna declared: “Designing a line like this with LVMH is an incredibly special moment for us. Mr. Arnault has given me a unique opportunity to develop a fashion house in the luxury sector, with no

artistic limits. I couldn’t imagine a better partner both creatively and business-wise, and I’m ready for the world to see what we have built together.”

Bernard Arnault, Chairman and CEO of LVMH, added: “Everybody knows Rihanna as a wonderful singer, but through our partnership at Fenty Beauty, I discovered a true entrepreneur, a real CEO and a terrific leader. To support Rihanna to start up the Fenty Maison, we have built a talented and multicultural team supported by the Group resources.

I am proud that LVMH is leading this venture and wish it will be a great success.”

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Looking after you and your little ones At Spire Hartswood Hospital we offer a range of children and young people’s services from birth to adolescence.

Our Children and Young People’s service includes: – Allergy testing – Asthma – Bones and joints – Dermatology – Diagnostics – Ear, nose and throat – Eczema – Gastroesophageal reflux – General surgery – Physiotherapy – Private GP service – Respiratory disorders – Urological problems

Book to see an expert today Search ‘Spire Hartswood Hospital’ Call 01277 266 761

Please note that we offer consultation and diagnostic services for children under 16 years and interventional treatments including surgery for 16 years and over.

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BEAUTY

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Our favourite beauty news, trends and fashion to keep you glam throughout the early Autumn months...

OMBRE PREMIÈRE TOP COAT Exclusive Creation, Limited Edition, La Collection Noir Et Blanc De Chanel. £28.00, chanel.com September 2019 / Aspire / 39

BRIEF NEWS

NEW FROM COCO & EVE Coco & Eve launched only a year ago but already have 13 beauty awards to their name.

Expanding into fake tan MAY not have been what we expected but naturally, we cannot wait to give it a try. Sticking to the brands ethos, Sunny Honey Bali Bronzing Foam contains all natural Balinese ingredients and is scented with mango and guava. Quite the tropical delight. Check out their full range at uk.cocoandeve.com

BEAUTY IN A BOX Our current beauty obsession is the subscription offerings from Glossybox. From just £8.50 a month, you’ll receive a monthly box full of goodies to try out. You can even tailor the subscription to suit your needs.

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B EAU TY N EWS

Exclusive news, tips and all our favourite beauty finds this month...

ECO FRIENDLY GLITTER 2019 has been a remarkable year for the eco movement but what about our national love of facial/body glitter?

Our favourites are: Eco star dust - Unicorn dreams biodegradable glitter, £6, available from asos.com or the gorgeously packed glitter kit by Eco Glitter Fun called Pinky, available from ethicalsuperstore.com.

WELEDA EXPAND ON SKIN FOOD RANGE Weleda Skin Food is the perfect skin care range to help you glow after a summer of too much sun and water damage. With the addition of Skin Food Light, Lip Balm & Body Butter, there really is no excuse not to glow from the inside out. weleda.co.uk 40 / September 2019 / Aspire

ADVENT TREATS Shhhh, we know the C word is banned but everyone is talking about this years beauty advent calendars. Our favourite so far has to be Jo Malone’s, available online from 1st October.

Jomalone.co.uk SKIN OIL TIP A favourite with the younger royals - Rosehip oil is the new skin ‘superfood’. With potent properties proven to help acne, ageing or dehydrated skin, it’s one of our top must haves this season. We recomment Trilogy trilogyproducts.co.uk WEDDING FAIR Autumn or Winter wedding? Pop along to the wedding fair at Hylands Park to find all the best inspiration for your big day. On Sunday 22nd September from 11am - 3pm.

Free entry. For more information visit mainweddingsandevents.co.uk

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BEAUTY TREND

RED LIPS For this autumn’s top look - go for smoky eyes, red lips and a warm blush reframed with a modern twist. For the beauty experimental, add highlights of neon flashes and delicate splashes of glitter.

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See a consultant at our Brentwood Hospital in as little as 24 hours.

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Welcome to Nuffield Health Brentwood Hospital If you need to see a consultant or have medical treatment, there’s no need to wait. Choose Nuffield Health Brentwood Hospital and be seen in as little as 24 hours and treated in just 2 weeks.* Pay for yourself, take an interest-free loan or use your private medical insurance and get the treatment you need – fast. No waiting lists… just award-winning healthcare.

As the UK’s largest healthcare charity, we’ve been looking after the health of the nation for more than 60 years. We don’t have shareholders, which means we always put patients first, re-investing into improving the services we provide.

Meet our experts at a free event Completely free and open to all, our events are your opportunity to listen, learn and talk to our highly qualified team of experts. For our full list of hospital events, visit nuffieldhealth.com/book

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Thursday 17th October 2019 6.30pm–8pm with Professor Rajesh Aggarwal, Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon.

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Thursday 7th November 2019 From 6.30pm with Mr Ramachandran Ravi, Consultant Urological Surgeon.

Thursday 10th October 2019 6.30pm–8pm with Mr Paul Chatrath, Consultant ENT Surgeon.

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LET’S SHOP! Our favourite beauty news, trends and styles to keep you glam throughout the early autumn months...

CHARLOTTE TILBURY Hot Lips Lipstick - Hel’s Bells, £25.00, net-a-porter.com

CHANEL Rouge Allure Luminous Intense Lip Colour, £31, Chanel.com

BOBBI BROWN Nourishing Lip Color - Blue Raspberry £23.00, net-a-porter.com

ELEMIS Pro-Collagen Rose Facial Oil Soothing Facial Oil, £67.00, elemis.com

DE MAMIEL Autumn Facial Oil, 20ml, £80.00, spacenk.com

NEOM Great Day Glow Face Oil 28ml, £42.00, neomorganics.com

WESTMAN ATELIER Super Loaded Tinted Highlight - Peau de Pêche, £69.00, net-a-porter.com

CHARLOTTE TILBURY Airbrush Flawless Finish 2 Medium £35.00, Charlottetilbury.com

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MARC JACOBS BEAUTY Accomplice Instant Blurring Beauty Powder, £49.00, net-a-porter.com

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GUCCI Mémoire d’une Odeur, 100ml Eau de Parfum £ 92, gucci.com

CHANEL Gabrielle Chanel Essence £118.00, harrods.com

BOADICEA THE VICTORIOUS Perfume, £545, boadiceaperfume.com

FREDERIC MALLE Portrait of a Lady Hair and Body Oil, 200ml, £140.00, net-a-porter.com

OUAI HAIRCARE Swing Both Ouais Set, £40.00, net-a-porter.com

ORIBE Power Drops Color Preservation Booster, 30ml, £55.00, net-a-porter.com

TOM FORD BEAUTY Badass Mascara - Badass Black 01, £38.00, net-a-porter.com

CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Les Yeux Noirs Lash Amplifying Lacquer - Khol, £55.00, net-a-porter.com

SISLEY - PARIS So Volume Mascara - 1 Deep Black £45.00, net-a-porter.com September 2019 / Aspire / 45

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The new capture youth age-delay advanced eye treatment. Targeting a younger market, perhaps this is your time to purchase your first Dior.

Dior’s first-ever personalised skin care ritual for young consumers, Capture Youth has now expanded to include the new Age-Delay Advanced Eye Treatment.

Capture Youth, a skin care line capable of boosting the skin’s natural reserves, now includes an unprecedented innovation. The Age-Delay Advanced Eye Treatment anticipates three specific visible signs of ageing – fine lines, dark circles and puffiness – to smooth, illuminate and decongest the delicate eye area.

This triple-action anti-fatigue product blends performance and naturalness.

Its formula combines anti-oxidizing Iris Florentina – a star ingredient of Capture 46 / September 2019 / Aspire

Youth products – with samphire, a naturally occurring, smoothing active ingredient. Completely respectful of the skin’s delicate eye area, this ingredient revives luminosity by preserving the density of the skin around the eyes.

The charismatic Cara Delevingne radiantly embodies the cosmetic revolution of the Capture Youthskin care line.

With such a fantastic range of products, aimed perfectly at delicate skin, it’s never too early to begin a good skin care regime. You can check out the full collection of Capture Youth products.

Age-delay advanced eye treatment, 15 ml, £53.00, dior.com.

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HOME & GARDENS Textures, fabrics and colours, it’s just all so beautiful. But, we’ve found you our favourites.

LARGE GOLD & SILVER LAMP Black shade, H.96.5 x W.19.5 x Shade W.45cm, Price: £765.00 each The House of Design Felsted thehouseofdesign.co.uk

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MORE NEWS

LONDON DESIGN FESTIVAL 2019 Celebrating and promoting London as the design capital of the world, the London Design Festival is back and running from 14th to 22nd September 2019. Dynamic and innovative, this event showcases contemporary design from top international architects, designers and retailers.

To buy your tickets visit: londondesignfestival.com

SWOONING OVER LIGHTS Swoon has updated their lighting range and as usual, we love it.

Dynamic shapes, bold materials and the best show stopping designs.

Take a look for yourself at swooneditions.com

H OME S & G A R D ENS NEWS

A round-up of top home and garden trends to keep you ahead of the game...

IKEA A/W 2019 TRENDS Ikea has divulged three key trends for A/W 2019: Urban Minimalist, Connected Home and Jewel Shades. This season it’ll be stripped back interiors dominating city dwellings and rich jewel colours taking the limelight. ikea.com

PERRYWOOD AWARD SUCCESS The team at Perrywood in Tiptree are celebrating after winning the award for best Destination Garden Centre for a third year running for the North Thames region at the regional Garden Centre Association award ceremony. Congratulations to everyone involved! perrywood.co.uk 50 / September 2019 / Aspire

GARDENING FOR YOUR HEALTH Spending time outdoors has now been proven to be good for your body and mind. Two hours a week in nature is linked to better health and well-being with some patients even being prescribed community gardening projects.

CITY HARVEST FESTIVAL Come and celebrate the beautiful outdoors at the 21st London Harvest Festival. Saturday 28th September 10am-5pm.

Register interest at eventbrite.co.uk/e/londonharvest-festival-2019tickets-54924047304 BEAUTIFUL HOME SCENTS Looking for a unique home fragrance. Check out the incredibly beautiful Fornasetti range at Harvey Nichols.

Merging Fornasetti’s unique art with the work of perfumer Olivier Polge has created something truly special harveynichols.com

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INTERIOR TREND

VELVET Searches for velvet have increased by 400% over the past six months and is the most looked for fabric. Incredibly seductive, velvet beds and velvet sofas are some of the most covetable ways to bring the look to your home.

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LET’S SHOP! Explore these beautiful accessories that are sure to brighten up your home interior.

DROPLET BRANCH CHANDELIER £1,488.00, thehouseofdesign.co.uk

KARTELL SHANGHAI VASE GOLD £217.00 houseology.com

JAKOBSDALS SIT POUF, Grey, £260.00 nordicnest.com 52 / September 2019 / Aspire

TEA LIGHT DIFFUSING LANTERN £260, amara.com

SUN MIRROR CHAMPAGNE SILVER £753.17, houseology.com

TOM DIXON FORM LARGE BOWLS (Set of 2) £150.00 johnlewis.com

STONE VELVET CHAIR WITH BRASS FRAME £945.00, thehouseofdesign.co.uk

MOON CUTLERY SET 24 Piece - Matt Gold, £329, amara.com

MONKEY TABLE LAMP vintage brass finish, black marble base £972.00, thehouseofdesign.co.uk

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MICAH ASYMMETRICAL METAL MIRROR £250.00, habitat.co.uk

DARK GREEN VELVET BAR STOOLS £636.00, thehouseofdesign.co.uk

MORCOTT STORM END SIDE TABLE £351, notonthehighstreet.com

PLANET CEILING LAMP 55 cm, black & Gold, £300.00, nordicnest.com

POLISHED GOLD BRASS CONSOLE TABLE £1,445.00, thehouseofdesign.co.uk

VERUM WASTE BIN Antique Brass Pigeon & Poodle £367, amara.com

GLASS BRANCH FINISH CONSOLE TABLE £1,512.00, thehouseofdesign.co.uk

CHRYSLER BRASS GOLD WALL CLOCK £95.00 habitat.co.uk

BRASS FINISH GREY VELVET DINING CHAIR. £850.00, thehouseofdesign.co.uk

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We provide many themes for your sleepover goals!We work with you to achieve the best camp out for your child with great attention to detail. For weddings, our kids zen den is the perfect space to keep the little ones entertained and a place to rest weary heads.We provide double beds for family glamping. Our bell tents can also be a great space to chill out at garden or tea parties during the day or night & be decorated to your specifications

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INDULGE IN A LITTLE MIDAS TOUCH Gold, the colour trend to pay attention to this season.

With cool chromes and silvers having saturated the Essex interiors market for so long, we have recently been seeing a come back of soft warm metallic shades, from neutral champagnes and golds to brass and coppers. There is no longer the need to choose between gold or silver, thanks to the many shades now found in between. And here at The House of Design Felsted, we think that the mix of metallics adds longevity to any home.

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Long considered old fashioned, gold, brass and copper are now overtaking stainless steels and chrome as the favourite metals in any interior. When most people think of gold they may think of opulent, over-embellished, baroque style interiors.

Looking beyond the stereotypes, gold can be used in countless ways as a detail or to add another dimension to a look. With a new generation of bohemian travellers emerging, there is a growing popularity

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OUR HOT PICKS

GOLD FRAME BLACK CHAIR £650.00, thehouseofdesign.co.uk

POLISHED GOLD TRAY £189.00, thehouseofdesign.co.uk

GOLD BEE TABLE LAMP £175,00, thehouseofdesign.co.uk

BLACK MARBLE JAR £146.00, thehouseofdesign.co.uk

in the more eclectic, luxurious and industrial styles. From the minimalist to the flamboyant, a pairing of metal shades, used throughout any space, will always give that tasteful and timeless elegance that creates depth and balance in any room.

Whether mixing golds with silver, brass and nickel, or copper with bronze, moderation and connection is key. For example, the smallest golden detail combined with white gives a neat Scandinavian style. Alternatively, the mix with jewel like tones, emerald greens and navies, creates a more opulent glamorous design by adding that subtle decadence and luxury. Another classic combination

is taupe, black and gold, which is still seen as the ultimate symbol of sophistication and glamour.

Copper and bronze shades sit well with dark, strong tones while gold and silver go better with soft hues such as accents of cream. For a more flamboyant and sumptuous look, try bronze and gold with deep reds...only for the brave!

Rich gold, brass and copper detailing can be incorporated in a number of ways, from navy sofas sitting on gold bases, marble trinket boxes trimmed with gold edging, elegant oversized lamps gracing a contemporary gold console. It can be the most delicate hint of gold used as an accent, or larger pieces that make a September 2019 / Aspire / 59

statement. Gold framed coffee tables and side tables are a lovely way to add a warm glow to a room without it feeling too overwhelming.

If you don’t want to go the whole hog, then a subtle but effective way to introduce gold or any other metallic into your scheme is through accessories and all the finishing touches that complete a look. For example, layering a gold tray with beautiful coffee table books, coasters, an interesting paper weight or trinket box and candle. Here, the key is to use gold tinges to highlight in a subtle and sophisticated way.

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mixing well with every colour. You can be as flamboyant or as delicate as you want, creating statements either way. Just remember your home should represent YOU, so always be yourself!

The House of Design Felsted offer a complimentary interior design service* from beginning to end, giving an exclusive flexible and very personal service. Specialising in luxury high end properties in the private and commercial sector. *Subject to a minimum spend of ÂŁ5,000 on wallpaper, furniture, lighting and accessories.

Please call 01245 210093 or email admin@thehouseofdesign.co.uk or Visit their website thehouseofdesign.co.uk

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CARS The electric car market is booming - read our feature on the latest model to join the crowd.

PORSCHE TAYCAN On sale: January 2020 | Price from: £115,858 The Porsche Taycan is a electric luxury saloon with up to 750bhp and a 281-mile range.

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BRIEF NEWS

NEW VOLKSWAGEN GOLF MK8 SET TO LAUNCH THIS AUTUMN The eighth generation Golf will be available later this year with the firm’s design chief hinting that it will be a “genuine eye-catcher”.

The ever popular hatchback is hotly anticipated following a delay to the release date.

The delay was partly because of a redesign to the iconic logo. We can’t wait to see it! volkswagen.co.uk

M OTO R N EWS

For all the latest car news and views - here are our favourite stories

HYUNDAI UP THEIR ELECTRIC GAME Hyundai has updated its Ioniq range of cars by giving the zero-emission family favourite (smartly named the Ioniq Electric) a modern day refresh. Competing with the likes of Peugeot and Mini, this upgrade couldn’t come soon enough. Prices start at £27,250. Check out the full Ioniq range at hyundai.co.uk

TOYOTA AND SUZUKI COLLAB Toyota and Suzuki have announced their intention to acquire a financial stake in one another as part of their joined programme of future development.

Toyota will hold 4.94% of Suzuki investing £743.3 million while Suzuki will invest around £372 million in Toyota.

These amounts are a reflection of the recently inflated value of Toyota.

WHO IS EXCITED FOR WALES RALLY GB? The twelfth round of the World Rally Championship hits Wales from the 3rd to 6th October. This year, Wales Rally GB has an exciting new home at Venue Cymru, on the beautiful coast of Wales in Llandudno.

With victory and championship points being shared between the top dogs, the tension will be high as the WRC season nears it’s conclusion. walesrallygb.com CLASSIC AND SUPERCAR SHOW The Warren Classic and Supercar show will be held on 22nd September from 10am-6pm. Visit the beautiful grounds of The Warren Golf and Country Club and enjoy the inspirational merge of classic and contemporary. thewarrenestate.co.uk MACAN SUV UPGRADE Porsche has revealed the updated Macan Turbo SUV and it’s a real beauty with 911 and 918 elements in the design.

The rejuvenated model in Porsche’s compact SUV range contains a new 2.9-litre V6 engine and a complete design overhaul. porsche.com September 2019 / Aspire / 63

THE BRAND WITH THE FOUR RINGS PRESENTS ITS FIRST FULLY ELECTRIC SERIESTHE AUDI E-TRON. Audi has done it again! This brand new SUV combines two motors for an awesome performance and agile handling. It’s electric, but not as you know it...

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The Audi e-tron is the most-advanced Audi yet. Fully electric, 5-door SUV with lane departure warning, Pre-sense Front and Basic, and a rear-view camera as standard.

It’s an electric SUV for sport, family and leisure, offering the spaciousness and comfort of one of the brand’s typical fullsize models. With a wheelbase of 2,928 millimetres (9.6 ft), the Audi e-tron has ample space for five occupants along with their bags. The total luggage capacity is 660 litres (23.3 cu ft), equipping the electric SUV for major tours.

Powerful performance on any terrain: drive and dynamic handling system, efficiency, performance and quiet tranquility – the Audi e-tron exemplifies the driving experience of a new technological era. Two electric motors drive the SUV powerfully, free of emissions, and almost silently, with a system output of up to 300 kW and 664 Nm (489.7 lb-ft) of torque. The maximum drive torque is available within fractions of a second and provides enormous pulling power. The Audi e-tron completes the standard sprint in an impressive 5.7 seconds. And the top speed is an electronically-limited 200 km/h (124.3 mph).

A new quattro generation – electric all-wheel drive – provides for superlative traction and handling on any terrain and in any weather conditions. In most cases, the electric SUV tends to use its rear electric motor to achieve the highest efficiency.

If the driver demands more power than it can supply, the electric all-wheel drive redistributes torque as required to the front axle. This also happens predictively even before slip occurs in icy conditions or when cornering fast, or if the car

understeers or oversteers. So safety is, as usual with Audi, a huge priority.

The dynamic talents of the Audi e-tron are especially apparent in challenging conditions, such as on snow.

A key factor for the sporty character is the low and central position at which the drive components are installed. The battery system is ideally matched to the dimensions of the Audi e-tron and is located between the axles in the form of a flat, broad block beneath the passenger compartment. The centre of gravity is therefore on a level similar to that of a Sedan. Axle load distribution is perfectly balanced at almost 50:50.

The special Launch Edition adds even more allure to the already stylish e-tron.

21” alloy wheels, black styling details and full body-coloured bumpers give the car an immediate and dramatic presence.

Across the range, many advanced features, such as Matrix LED headlights, come as standard; others include the unique virtual door mirrors, Adaptive Cruise Assist and Comfort remote preconditioning. And for an extra sense of light and spaciousness, there’s a panoramic glass sunroof that displays the skies to all occupants.The air springs adjust individually to the road conditions depending on the speed and the driver’s preferences, varying the ride height by as much as 76 millimeters (3.0 in).

Especially on long journeys, a lower ride height improves aerodynamics.

Recharging is possible in a number of flexible ways: at home, via a domestic socket or, for a reduced charging time, with a specially fitted wallbox; or on the road, via high-power charging stations.

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THE NEW LEXUS LC LIMITED EDITION COUPE An exclusive new Terrane Khaki exterior finishes off the car’s seductive lines, giving a subtle depth of colour that compliments every curve and angle of the bodywork. A set of 21-inch forged alloy wheels finishes off this unique design.

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Lexus has launched a new, limited edition styling pack for its flagship LC Coupe. It will be available to buy later this year with prices starting from around ÂŁ79,000 for the base-model LC 500 Coupe.

The interior is truly striking, thanks to the combination of contrasting leathers of the trim and seat upholstery. The 10way power-adjustable seats are covered in soft, highest-grade L-aniline leather in Saddle Tan with a slightly darker tone used for Alcantara door panel inserts.

The steering wheel, dashboard and centre console are trimmed in Black Amber leather, and contrasting brown stitching features throughout.

The finishing touch for each Limited Edition model is the customised scuff plates, with a laser-cut design inspired by the geometric shapes of the LC’s rear brake lights.

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include dual-zone climate control with nano technology and Climate Concierge, glass roof and aluminium sports pedals.

In terms of technology and performance, the LC Limited Edition matches the existing models in the range. And leading in automation, the LC 500h is powered by the world’s first self-charging Multi Stage Hybrid System, which takes driver rewards to a higher level than ever before in a hybrid Lexus.

The system features a 3.5-litre 70 / September 2019 / Aspire

V6 petrol engine and a compact but powerful electric motor and together they deliver 354bhp and 348 Nm of torque. Nought to 62mph can be accomplished in a speedy five seconds.

This car is a truly remarkable vision. And the teams at Lexus have thought of everything in creating this really unique style.

The LC Limited Edition models are available to order now; prices will be announced shortly.

Deliveries to customers will commence in November 2019. lexus.co.uk

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Perfect time to start planning your next adventure...here’s our top travel news and views.

TRAVEL CAMERA Fujifilm X100F Digital Compact Camera with 23mm Lens, 1080p Full HD, 24.3MP, Wi-Fi, Hybrid EVF/OVF, 3” LCD Screen, Silver, £1,198.00, johnlewis.com September 2019 / Aspire / 73

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RAFFLES HOTEL OPENS IN SINGAPORE. In the summer, this infamous 131 year old colonial hotel reopened its doors following a short moment of renovation. Now offering state of the art suites and a stunning new lounge for afternoon tea, this glorious Raffles hotel is once again a leading vision in style and elegance. rafflessingapore.com

WHERE TO GO IN OCTOBER… Tuscany! Still delightfully temperate this late in the year, it’s a truly great time to visit. With the summer rush over, Tuscany seems to breathe a sigh of relief as it relaxes into Autumn. We love Hotel le Fontanelle in Castelnuovo Berardenga hotelfontanelle.com

TR AVE L NEWS It may now be autumn but there’s still so many exciting places to visit...

GREEN TRAVEL Thanks to Australianbased, global travel company, Intrepid Travel, holidays no longer need to cause any environmental damage.

Local communities remain at the centre of everything they do meaning all their trips have been carbon neutral since 2010. What a fantastic achievement! intrepidtravel.com FIRST ACE HOTEL TO REACH BEAUTIFUL KYOTO It’s an exciting time to visit Japan with the incredible Ace Hotels landing in one of our favourite parts of the Far East. Opening in Kyoto at the end of 2019, this venture was designed in part by acclaimed Japanese architect, Kengo Kuma. acehotel.com 74 / September 2019 / Aspire

LYANESS FANCY TEA TREAT Mixologist Ryan Chetiyawardana’s cocktails are legendary so combined with the delights of afternoon tea, Lyaness has really discovered the perfect daytime treat. The aptly named Fancy Tea certainly doesn’t disappoint, it’s an absolute gem of an afternoon out. lyaness.com OUR FAVOURITE HOTEL THIS MONTH Hotel Bienvenue, Paris.

Just 10 minutes walk from the Gare du Nord, this inspiringly art deco styled Adrien Gloaguen’s hotel is one of our favourite places to stay in Paris. The bedrooms are full of geometric shapes, velvet textures and pastel shades and offer a much needed serenity after a hard days wandering. hotelbienvenue.fr

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BORA BORA Idyllic, mystical and effortlessly enchanting — pictureperfect Bora Bora is the typical paradise island. Bora Bora has one of the most magical lagoons you’ll ever see, go snorkelling and scuba diving to see swarms of flickering fish and all shades of green, blue and orange on display in the coral gardens. kuoni.co.uk

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ULTIMATE ROMANTIC HIDEAWAY Astarte Suites is a luxurious all suite boutique hotel on the glorious island of Santorini, where five star location meets six star service and seven star hospitality.

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Built in Akrotiri’s Caldera, one of the island’s most beautiful areas, opposite to the endless Aegean blue, every detail in Astarte Suites was made especially for guests who know how to enjoy true sophistication. Stylish traditional Cycladic architecture is in perfect harmony with the environment as lava rocks and other earth materials are combined to create features.

Each suite has its own personal style and vision, set on a dramatic clifftop in glamorous Santorini.

Magic is in the details at Astarte Suites, beginning with the twinkling Swarovski stones that adorn the ceiling above each suite’s Jacuzzi pool, and ending with the personalised service enjoyed by each guest.

Surrounded by soothing shades of white and stone, you are sure to feel at peace during your stay.

Guests can relax and unwind next to Astarte Suites’s stunning turquoise

infinity swimming pool with Jacuzzi and chromotherapy led lighting system overlooking the Aegean Sea and nearby rocky cliffs.

For exquisite dining, apart from the Mediterranean cuisine restaurant, Astarte Suites offers discreet room service, which most guests enjoy in the privacy of their own balcony or terrace. The pool bar offers light snacks and a variety of refreshing drinks and cocktails.

Leisure and cultural options are nearby, such as in Akrotiri, an ancient city buried and preserved by volcanic ash—known as the Pompeii of the Greek islands. And at Red Beach and White Beach, the ultimate day of fun in the sun. For the most private and romantic sunset views, the lighthouse (Pharos) of Akrotiri is our personal choice.

All 13 suites have volcano, caldera and sea views even from the interior of the suites. The king-sized

rooms offer private heated couples Jacuzzi, private terraces or balconies with the same breathtaking view, A/C, heating, cable LCD TV, iPod docks, DVD players (upon request), free wi-fi internet access, isoclima window glasses and plenty of other comfort amenities.

You can also expect transfers from/to the airport and port, Champagne and fresh fruit plate upon arrival, breakfast served at your veranda or terrace, a daily maid service, in house laundry, plus beauty treatments on request.

Private jets and helicopters are available for hire, tailor made excursions, wine tasting or cultural tours. Picnics can even be made up for your daytrips. There really is just so much to do in this fantastic resort. For more information check out the website. astartesuites.gr/en September 2019 / Aspire / 79

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WE’VE FOUND THE BEST LUXURY SPA BREAKS IN THE UK Whether you’re looking for a romantic getaway with your partner or some girly time with your best friends, 80 / September 2019 / Aspire

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ALEXANDER HOTELS & UTOPIA SPAS If you’re looking for a bit of grandeur in your spa retreat then escape to the British countryside with Alexander Hotels and Utopia Spas. Set within impressive grade II listed manors and displaying luxuriously manicured gardens, each setting is fit for a queen. The selection of treatments within the award winning spas is vast and inspiring. Book a whole spa day or customise your visit to meet your pampering needs. alexanderhotels.co.uk

CHEWTON GLEN Chewton Glen is a luxury five star country house hotel in Hampshire, sitting peacefully alongside the New Forest. With tennis courts, a nine hole golf course and large indoor pool, those with an active disposition will feel perfectly at ease. Or if it’s relaxation you need, the spa facilities will absoultely fit the bill. The elaborate range of treatments and holistic therapies will truly replenish your mind and body. chewtonglen.com

THE GROVE Start your spa experience with a sauna or unique rain shower in the heat experience room, before moving on to the relaxation areas with a cup of herbal tea. The spa staff at The Grove really knows what people want and offer a truly wonderful experience to every visitor.

With expansive grounds housing the enviable manor house, it’s easy to unwind even before you enter the treatment room. thegrove.co.uk

LUTON HOO Driving up the driveway of Luton Hoo feels like you are slowly moving towards a Dickens novel. It’s glorious.

And the spa certainly doesn’t disappoint either.

Offering a real sense of escape, from the moment you walk into the relaxation area right through to the moment you calmly sit by the pool to enjoy the natural surroundings. During your visit, try to find time to take a walk around the grounds, they’re absolutely beautiful. lutonhoo.co.uk

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CHAMPNEYS Synonymous with luxury, Champneys has really taken the sanctuary world to another level, with its range of city day spas and rural retreats. In-house trained therapists are on hand to cater to your every pampering need. With weekend offers and even specialist retreats offering weight loss, yoga and fitness, it’s safe to say that Champneys can help you no matter what your aim.

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THE WINTER SKATING SEASON 2019 Arena has marked the official launch of its skating season for winter 2019, with the addition of some new features at four of its managed ice rink venues in the UK.

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Tickets are now on sale for the ice rinks at Hampton Court Palace, Tower of London, The North Pole Cambridge and the Liverpool Christmas Ice Festival, all returning this November.

New features include the option to pre-book penguin skate aids and party packages online. Visitors to the Tower of London and Hampton Court Palace ice rinks can also upgrade their experience with a Prosecco and Skate option.

The Tower of London Ice Rink will also be updated with a larger

rink, affording visitors more room to skate and soak up the impressive views of the iconic medieval fortress.

Season passes are available to purchase online for The North Pole Cambridge, which will be the second year the rink includes a transparent roof for all-weather skating.

Arena has also confirmed the return of the UK’s longest ice slide, reaching 30 metres long at the Liverpool Christmas Ice Festival.

This superb attraction offers elevated views of the surrounding festival area.

Chris Morris, CEO for Arena UK

& Europe, said: “We are delighted to launch our 2019 ice skating programme in London, Liverpool and Cambridge. “It’s important that we enrich the visitor experience, from online booking to package upgrades. We look forward to welcoming new and repeat visitors to the rinks this year to enjoy the ultimate winter entertainment in three of the UK’s most vibrant cities.”

Tickets are now on sale, visit arenagroup. digitickets.co.uk to book.

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FOOD & DRINK

Autumn food is just magical, isn’t it? This month we bring you lots of lovely early autumnal treats...

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BRIEF NEWS

FORMULA ONE NEAT TREATS Lewis Hamilton is putting his passion for veganism into action by launching his own international vegan burger chain that has a focus on sustainable eating. The F1 star is preparing to open 14 Neat Burger franchises across the world over the next two years, with the first opening just off Regent Street on September 2nd of this year. neat-burger.com

TEA FOR TWO We absolutely love Little Channels Bistro in Little Waltham for afternoon tea. With the option to personalise your cupcakes plus the inclusion of a gorgeous children’s menu on offer, it’s sure to be a memorable experience.

Prices start at £14.95. channelsestate.co.uk

F OO D & D RI NK NEW S

We love talking about food...so here are the best bits we found out this month CHARITABLE FOOD VANS Jaden Smith, son of Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith, has opened a vegan food van in his home town of Los Angeles to help feed the homeless. The food truck, named ‘I love you Restaurant’ has the aim of giving people the healthy, vegan food that Jaden feels people deserve. More food vans are to come.

TOP VENUE FOR COCKTAILS Recently voted one of Time Out’s top venues for cocktails, we wanted to share with you this gem of a night out. Swift in Soho is a tale of two halves with the upstairs and ground floor bar offering very different atmospheres. The cocktail menu is impressive; you’re sure to find something you love. barswift.com 90 / September 2019 / Aspire

TRUFFLE BURGER FOR FOUR...OR MORE Lambeth’s Florentine restaurant and bar has created quite a stir with their latest addition to the menu. The 2kg fully loaded truffle burger is most definitely made for sharing! The black truffles are sourced from Umbria whilst the 100% local British beef comes from Derby. A veritable feast for £55. florentinerestaurant.co.uk WINE MASTERCLASS AT THE OXO TOWER Have you always wanted to know the ins and outs of your favourite wine?

The Harvey Nichols restaurant and bar at the OXO Tower is offering seasonally themed, confidence boosting wine masterclasses for budding connoisseurs.

Perhaps the perfect gift, these classes cost £45. harveynichols.com

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WHAT’S IN SEASON

FIGS A typically underrated fruit, figs are now in season and offer a fantastic contribution to many a meal. High in natural sugars and rich in several minerals including potassium, calcium, magnesium, iron and copper, figs also contain a strong amount of antioxidant vitamins A and K. Because of their incredible sweetness, they can be a healthier alternative to sugar when used in baking. What dishes do you include figs in?

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SEASONAL

FRUIT & VEG

What fruit and vegetables are in season during autumn? Everyone knows about pumpkins but what else can we find locally? Here are some of our favourite reasons for sourcing home grown autumnal produce.

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The summer is sadly over, but if like me you have an allotment plot, right now it should be positively brimming with fruit and vegetables. Our allotment has always been a scene of outdoor therapy for my otherwise hectic lifestyle. Initially taken on to show the children where food comes from and how it eventually arrives on our plate, I feel a pang of ‘The Good Life’ every time we don our wellies and trudge towards the open greenery squeaky wheelbarrow and stack of tools at the ready.

Our allotment has also made me very conscious of British produce and what we can successfully grow in this country.

You can’t appreciate just how difficult vegetable growing can be until you try!

My gratitude towards farming has most definitely been elevated through our attempts.

But why does eating seasonal British produce matter?

Let’s start with the most obvious… seasonal food tastes WAY better than out of season. How awful is a January tomato or a strawberry at Christmas time? The flavour isn’t there because it’s being grown at the wrong time or else it’s had to travel miles to reach your plate.

Economically, it makes sense. Buying food in season means it will be cheaper because of the volume available. Also, if the food isn’t being transported a huge distance then naturally the cost will be kept down.

Seasonal food contains a huge range of nutrients, minerals and trace elements that our bodies need at that time of year.

It’s as if nature knows just what we need to get by at that particular time.

Environmentally, it has a huge impact on the carbon footprint of your dinner if it’s had to travel half way around the world in an aeroplane to get here.

Many people strongly advocate eating local, seasonal food so you feel a better connection with what you’re eating. That awareness of where it has come from and how easily we so often waste food.

Enough of the lecture…let’s look at the food…

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WHAT’S IN SEASON IN SEPTEMBER & OCTOBER FRUIT: Apples Blackberries Damsons Elderberries Pears Plums Quince Sloes VEGETABLES: Beetroot Carrot Celeriac Fennel Field mushrooms Leeks Marrow Potatoes Pumpkin Rocket Squashes Sweetcorn Tomatoes Watercress

SOME OF OUR FAVOURITE PLACES IN ESSEX TO BUY SEASONAL PRODUCE: n Blackwells

Farm Produce, Herons Farm, Colne Road, Coggeshall, CO6 ITQ, T: 01376 562 500 n Ashlyns

Farm Shop, Epping Road, North Weald, Epping, CM16 6RZ T: 01992 525146 n Lathcoats

Farm, Beehive Lane, Chelmsford, CM2 8LX t: 01245 353021 n Spencer’s

Farm Shop, Park Road, Halstead, Essex, C09 2PX T: 01787 267 977 n Calcott

Hall Farm, Ongar Road, Brentwood CM15 9HS, T: 01277 264164 n The

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OUR RESTAURANT REVIEW

ROSLIN

This popular hotel brings you luxurious, relaxed dining with enviable seaside views.

The Roslin is one of our absolute favourites and is home to some of the finest restaurants in Essex. Possessing the acclaimed AA Rosette and an al fresco terrace that offers enviable beach and Thames Estuary views, it’s easy to see why so many people return again and again. Testament to the passion and talent of staff, the restaurant was awarded four silver stars and the coveted Visit England Rose award, one of only a hundred restaurants in the country to receive this accolade.

The menu is seasonally selected by the team but contains tempting starters such as buttermilk chicken tacos or scallops with pork belly, cauliflower puree, miso and hazelnut

dressing to start with. You can then move onto a main course such as Roasted stone bass, with aubergine puree, Thai shellfish broth, coriander salad and crispy rie noodles.

Or perhaps Essex lamb sirloin served with lamb fat potatoes, mint and organic peas.

Every selection is combined with ingredients that enhance the look and flavour of the dish.

The smells are delicious and it would be tempting to try everything on offer.

So whether you are after a luxurious afternoon tea, brunch on the terrace or a glamorous cocktail in the bar before dinner, we’re sure you’ll have the best time at the Roslin. roslinhotel.com

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DUSK

Unwind with friends and enjoy the live music inside this unique shisha restaurant.

Housed in popular Brentwood, this 140 seat shisha restaurant is loved by visitors from far and wide. Dusk offers a unique a la carte gastro feast combining fine dining and street food from every continent of the world.

From mouthwatering meats and steaks from the Americas to fish and chips in Europe and the unmistakable flavours of Asia, every plate is a delight for the eyes as well as the taste buds.

You could have a chicken or vegetable momo to start followed by devilled seabass curry in one of the most famous Sri Lankan hot Devilled sauce and served with buttered rice and naan. The selection is fantastic and certainly takes you on a trip around

the world.

The in-house created desserts and pastry range is wonderful - freshly made doughnuts, ice cream treats or if you’re a lover of chocolate then Chocolate Fantasy is the dessert for you!

Dusk aims to bring fresh, seasonal food to their customers and the chefs confidently revel in the opportunity to showcase their skills in the open kitchen.

So whether you’re looking to enjoy shisha after a delicious three course meal or alongside your aperitif, Dusk is the perfect place to appreciate a relaxed and atmospheric evening with friends. duskbrentwood.co.uk

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S I E N N A’ S A true fusion of British dishes accompanied by an eclectic room full of character.

Come and enjoy the relaxed atmosphere of this British fusion restaurant based in Shenfield. The owners have created an eclectic room full of character; it maintains a truly beautiful setting with exposed walls, banquet seating and vintage furniture.

The main aim of the venue was to create somewhere that guests can enjoy a London dining experience but within a relaxed and less formal social setting. It’s a great place to try and an absolute treasure within Essex.

The menu is carefully selected. You can tell the team have tasted and trialled every single dish before giving them their seal of approval. How about a mouthwatering baked camembert with truffle oil and crostini to

begin with. Or perhaps you’d rather sample the duck bon bons, toasted sesame and Asian salad. For mains, you can choose from a wide range of options such as smoked paprika, tomato, roasted pepper and rocket gnocci or maybe a prime beef fillet steak with confit tomatoes, mushrooms andshallots.. Sienna’s also offers a fantastic Sunday roast dinner that is an absolute favourite for many. And in recognition of the tradition of Sunday lunch, Sienna’s has a children’s roast dinner option available too. This is why we love Sienna’s so much - it’s the perfect, chic venue to relax with friends of family, be it for brunch, a coffee or a three course meal. siennas-restaurant.co.uk

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GALVIN AT WINDOWS Pure luxury. This Michelin starred venue hits all the “best of” lists for a reason...

Combing a wonderful rooftop feel with passionate French cuisine is only going to be amazing, right? And Galvin at Windows has certainly mastered their art. This Michelin star restaurant bears incredible views across London and a regularly updated seasonal menu. It’s a real gem of a special night out.

And the general manager will be familiar to many - Fred Sirieix, famous for his time in the First Dates restaurant, is there to make sure everyone is happy.

The team is professional and well versed in their trade. They know what they’re talking about and how to run a hugely successful restaurant. This is why Galvin at Windows is regularly listed as one of London’s best

restaurants, setting the standard for fine dining all round the world.

Chef Patron Chris Galvin and his team have created seasonally inspired menus based around modern French haute cuisine. All of which make this a sought-after dining experience and the place to go to impress, celebrate a special occasion or just have a great time with friends and family. Prefer to go out earlier in the day? No problem. The Saturday brunch or Sunday lunch menus are sure to hit the spot. Plus the uniquely named cocktails add an extra special dimension to your visit - you’re sure to pretty quickly find a favourite at the bar. Enjoy... galvinatwindows.com

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HAKKASAN This Michelin Star award-winning restaurant combines modern Cantonese cuisine with world-class mixology.

Modern Cantonese cuisine, world-class mixology and dramatic design! Styled by Christian Liaigre, the Michelin-starred Mayfair location is London’s second Hakkasan restaurant.

Hakkasan is a truly beautiful place to visit with an ambience that manages to combine its Chinese and Parisian influences. Most definitely a place to be seen, this venue is a regular for the rich and beautiful of London you don’t have to dress up but you’ll certainly feel the part if you choose to do so.

Hakkasan’s unique cuisine blends authentic Cantonese recipes with a contemporary twist.

The hugely talented kitchen teams create modern dishes using traditional techniques

and only the finest quality ingredients.

Hakkasan features over 400 wines from all over the world as part of an extensive wine program, ranging from classics available by the glass to fine vintages. Every week, the wine team conducts a dedicated tasting session, trying out new options with different dishes from the menu: if a wine does not work with one dish – even if it is great with the others – it does not make the list.

It is this attention to detail that makes Hakkasan such an exclusive venue. It oozes quality, style and glamour and you most certainly spend your time there feeling like a superstar. hakkasan.com

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GAINSBOROUGH PLACE, ÂŁ1,095,000 Situated in this extremely sought after Cul-de-Sac turning is this beautifully appointed detached family home. The property boasts five bedrooms and has been appointed to an incredibly high standard throughout with an eye for detail and a flare for interior design. There is also current planning permission to extend this already spacious house if so required. Shenfield Mainline Station is within walking distance and the property falls within the St Martins Catchment area.

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PRIESTS LANE, £1,450,000 Ideally located within walking distance of Shenfield and Brentwood is this large detached five bedroom home. The property has been owned by the current family for nearly twenty years in which time they have appointed and maintained the house to the highest standards, and established the immaculate gardens. A later addition of a bespoke orangery and large open plan kitchen create the perfect space for any family to live in. There is a potential to increase the accommodation further (STPP) as the loft space is enormous. The property is set well back from the road with off street parking for 5-6 vehicles.

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