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NORINE FARAH Winter 2017 Collection
All You Need to Know About
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Norine Farah Fall/Winter 2017 Collection
Lounge talks to Egyptian Fashion Designer Norine Farah, who took us by storm for her bold designs. The young designer shares with us exclusively her latest collection for winter 2017, and reveals all about winning the DHL fashion competition in Cairo Fashion Festival.
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Cozy Capelets & Extra Long Sleeves
After capes were big news last year, designers opted for a softer look of applying the trend through Capelets. It can be worn with long sleeves or short, on tops or dresses and even bodysuits as seen at Philosophy di Lorenzo Serafini. A great match for the cold weather though we might do it without intending designers decided to give it a more actual dramatic form this season. For a classic cape look go for Jacquemus and Brandon Maxwell, but for a wild and funky look Marc Jacobs Hood by Air and Fenty would be your ideal choice.
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Melania Trump First Lady of Style
After the election of the controversial businessman Donald Trump as the 45th President of the United States, this month Lounge celebrates the event by taking a sneak peek on former Slovenian model and the first lady of the United States Melania Trump’s style over the years.
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Farah Abdel Aziz The Fashion Icon
Lounge caught up with reality TV star ‘The Sisters’ Farah Abdel Aziz during her attendance to the 7th season of Cairo Fashion Festival. Chosen as the Digital Princess by Vogue Italia, and voted as the Digital Influencer of 2016 by Murex d’Or, Farah tells us all about her passion for fashion, how she sees the festival, Egyptian fashion designers and her list of the designers she loves the most.
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34 Relationships
How to Get Along with Your Parents
Keeping the bond alive with your parents can sometimes be challenging especially nowadays. Now that the holidays have started, Lounge takes this opportunity and brings you some tips to improve your relationship with your parents..
48 Health Tips
The Sunshine Vitamin, Can It Be Your Savior?
Recently, vitamin D deficiency has been a booming topic that is striking a lot of research and has been involved in so many ongoing diseases. So, let us break through this topic to catch up with the latest updates.
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What Are Your Tips For Saving Money? With the dollar rate’s recent increase, the prices are getting higher and higher, so just for kicks; check our readers’ answers on how to cope with the current economical situation Egypt is witnessing.
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Resense European Spa Indulge your senses
Lounge takes you on a tour into Resense European Spa at Royal Maxim Palace Kempinski, for a sensual experience like no other.
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What Should Your New Year’s Resolution Be?
It is a yearly ritual that we write down our New Year’s resolution at the end of each year to start a new year with new goals, challenges and motives. This month as we say goodbye to 2016 and welcome 2017, we help you decide on your New Year’s resolutions, take this quiz and find out..
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Austrian Luxury Designed by Denis Košutić
This month Lounge celebrates with you the new year by taking you on a tour to one of the most luxurious palaces in Austria Designed by Denis Košutić the designer, who adapts an anti-traditional perception of the role of architecture in the modern world.
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All You Need to Know about Rasha El Khatib
Lounge went up-close and personal with Egyptian/Saudi TV Personality and Producer Rasha El Khatib to reveal all about her career and life, the secret behind her love to the gulf and her upcoming hit program.
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Hisham Kharma Releases Al Yaqeen after 15 Years in the Making
Musician and Music Composer Hisham Kharma launched Al Yaqeen, an album that is about that moment in life when everything stops and vision is crystal clear.
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The latest & newest health and fitness news you need to know.
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Everything you need to know to be in the know, from celebrity to entertainment news to what’s in style, Lounge keeps you fully updated.
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Happy Birthday Sagittarius
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7 Ways to Attract Positive Energy
There is a bad aura in the air these days that found its way to our hearts with the change in the weather and the current economical situation Egypt is witnessing, making an end to 2016, this month Lounge welcomes 2017 with tips on how to bring positivity to your day and see the brighter side of life.
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Chairman’s Letter CHAIRMAN Ahmed Helal EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Sherif Ibrahim EXECUTIVE EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Amira Tharwat GENERAL MANAGER Ahmed M. Hanohoum ASSISTANT GENERAL MANAGER Khaled Ashraf Hegazy SENIOR EDITOR Reem El Shennawi SALES & MARKETING DIRECTOR Ikram Zaki
As we celebrate the end of the year and celebrate 2017, this month as the last issue of 2016 we brought to you all what you need to know about TV Presenter, Actress and Producer Rasha El Khatib in an up-close and personal interview. We also brought to you the latest fashion trends right from the runways, and we spoke to Egyptian Fashion Designer Norine Farah about her latest Fall/Winter Collection, who also spoke to us about winning the DHL fashion competition in Cairo Fashion Festival. Fashion icon and Reality TV Star Farah Abdel Aziz spoke to us about her love for fashion, her views on Cairo Fashion Festival, and much more about fashion and herself. We couldn’t miss out on celebrating with the first lady of the United States, and so, we brought to you her best style choices over the past few years, check out Star Style. We all make new beginnings and promises starting a new year and so, we brought to you some tips on how to improve your relationship with your parents taking the opportunity of the holidays to become closer, don’t miss the Relationships section. We also tried to help you narrow down your new Resolutions list this year by bringing you a fun quiz about New Year’s Resolutions. Also, don’t miss our review on the latest release by Hisham Kharma ‘Al Yaqeen’ after 15 Years in the Making. All this plus much more, enjoy the issue and the holidays. Merry Christmas and happy New Year!
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2017 RESOLUTION Saying goodbye to 2016, which was a very stressful year for most of us, specially those who live in this part of the world that ended with a lot of non pleasant events last but not least of them the sudden death of the iconic actor Mahmoud Abdel Aziz, I picked my New Year’s Resolution, which is to be happy, giving away all the stress, fear and anxiety and just live in the present. I’ll see the positive side of it or at least work on how to get the best out of it. When we pass through a bad incident and we imprison ourselves inside it we can never see the way out, all we can focus on is the problem, which enlarges it and makes it become bigger and bigger till we surrender to it and allow it to eats us out. Get out of your comfort zone, mingle with new people, do the things you’ve always wanted to do but kept postponing to a better time that never comes. It is never too late to turn your life upside down and be who you feel more comfortable being now. What I
realized is that we always create our own walls, walls of fears and what ifs and how others would judge us, but actually these walls only exist in our own minds. It sadness me to see the number of young people who die suddenly and I am sure they have a lot of things to do on their list that life didn’t give them enough time to experience, live or enjoy. Don’t waste a second of your day frowning or carrying hard feeling for anyone, this doesn’t make you helpless it makes you stronger and feeling better from inside out. I tried to dedicate our Well Said section this month for these lively tips on how to attract positive energy, but I feel that the first step in doing so is to want to live with positivity; open your arms and your senses to live your life to the fullest and make use of each bit of it. Happy New Year and hope you can all join me in my ‘Being Happy’ Resolution.
Amira Tharwat
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BRAD PITT CLEARED IN CHILD ABUSE INVESTIGATION
Brad Pitt has been cleared in the child abuse investigation that was at the center of his divorce from Angelina Jolie. The LA County Department of Children and Family Services concluded their investigation into an alleged incident between Pitt and his son Maddox, finding that the actor had not harmed the child. Pitt and Jolie reached a settlement in their divorce case. Jolie, who filed for divorce in September, will continue to have sole custody of the six children with Pitt in a joint agreement reached by the actors, according to her representative.
PATRICK DEMPSEY & JILLIAN OFFICIALLY CALL OFF THEIR DIVORCE
Patrick Dempsey and his wife, Jillian, are officially staying together. According to the Los Angeles County Court website, Jillian requested a dismissal of the divorce last Friday, Nov. 4. The divorce was officially dismissed. The 50-year-old actor and his wife reconciled this year after she filed for divorce in January 2015, and have been affectionate toward one another at Hollywood events. “You have to work at everything. And you cannot do everything,” Dempsey said in May. “Something has to be sacrificed.”
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KATY PERRY DONATES $10,000 TO PLANNED PARENTHOOD AND PENS MOTIVATIONAL ESSAY
Katy Perry shared on Instagram that she’d made a donation to Planned Parenthood in her “first vow” to “support organizations that may have their funding support taken from them in the future by the government.” The “California Girls” singer wrote that it was “time to turn words into action” and detailed how her donation was dedicated to her teenage self “who made several visits” to clinics in order to educate herself about sexual health.
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BILLY BOB THORNTON SAYS ANGELINA JOLIE ‘SEEMS OK’
Billy Bob Thornton has nothing but positive things to say about his ex-wife, Angelina Jolie. While the 61-year-old actor was at a press junket for his latest film, ‘Bad Santa 2,’ at the Four Seasons Hotel Los Angeles, he said: “She seems, you know, OK to me when I talk to [her], I don’t talk to her that often though. You know?” “We’re still very good friends,” he added, “but she’s got her world. I’ve got mine.” Thornton and Jolie, 41, tied the knot in Las Vegas on May 5, 2000, after starring together in the Mike Newll-directed comedydrama, ‘Pushing Tin.’ They separated in June 2002 and divorced the following year.
PINK & CAREY HART ARE EXPECTING BABY NO. 2
Baby on board! Pink is expecting her second child with husband Carey Hart, and she made the sweet announcement via Twitter and Instagram on Nov. 12. The 37-year-old singer shared a photo of herself holding her baby bump in a white dress with her 5-year-old daughter Willow. Pink captioned the adorable pic, “Surprise!” Pink and Carey, 41, have had a lot of ups and downs since they first got together in 2001. They briefly split in 2003, but then she proposed to him in June 2005. They married in January 2006, broke up in 2008 and reconciled again in 2010 after attending marriage counseling.
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Johnny Depp joins ‘Fantastic Beasts’ sequel
Disney Crosses $6B At Global Box Office; First Time In Studio’s History
Johnny Depp is about to enter a world of magic. The actor is set to be part of “Harry Potter” author J.K. Rowling’s “Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them” in a secretive role. Depp will appear in a cameo in the first film, which opens on Nov. 18, and have a bigger role alongside star Eddie Redmayne in the sequel in 2018. “Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them” is based on Rowling’s book of the same name and set 60 years earlier than Harry Potter in 1926 New York. Depp is no stranger to franchises, having led both the live-action “Alice” films and “The Pirates of the Caribbean,” both for Disney.
The Walt Disney Studios posted its biggest year of all time at the global box office, landing $5.851B to best the 2015 full-year record. Now, thanks to the spellbinding ‘Doctor Strange,’ the Mouse has topped itself once again by speeding past the $6B mark — hitting it for the first time in the company’s history. As of now, Disney’s worldwide box office sits at $6.07B. This is only the second time in industry lore that a studio has levitated past the $6B threshold.
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Shakira Cancels Latin GRAMMYs and AMAs Performances Citing ‘Personal Matters’
Our thoughts are with you, Shakira! The 39-year-old singer has canceled her scheduled performances for the upcoming Latin GRAMMYs and American Music Awards this month simply citing “personal matters,” without elaboration, in a note to her fans. “Due to personal matters, I won’t be able to travel to Las Vegas and LA to attend the @ LatinGRAMMYs or the @AMAs this year,” she tweeted.
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Beauty & The Beast out in 2017 The live-action adaptation of 1991 Disney classic ‘Beauty and the Beast’ has finished shooting and is gearing up for a 2017 release. We’re on it. Emma Watson will play Belle, the woman who is taken to live in the Beast’s castle. It’s a casting decision pretty much everyone was happy with, including Paige O’Hara who voiced Belle in the 1991 ‘Beauty and The Beast’ animated classic, and Dan Stevens will play the Beast.
Lady Gaga is to play Donatella Versace in American Crime Story
After Lady Gaga’s amazing performance in ‘American Horror Story,’ the singer might be back on TV screens, but this time she will be emulating her close friend Donatella Versace. Gaga will reportedly join the cast of ‘The American Crime Story’ for its third. Series 3 is believed to be fully dedicated to tell the story of the murder of Gianni Versace, Donatella’s brother.
Sponsoring Cairo Fashion Festival’s Seventh edition, for the Second Time, Huawei integrates Fashion and Technology into their P9 Smartphone in Red and Blue
Star Amina Khalil attended as a Huawei guest of honor wearing their smart watch and a stunning blue creation inspired by Huawei P9 fashion colour. For the second time this year, Huawei Consumer Business Group is the title sponsor of the seventh edition of Cairo Fashion Festival, , one of the biggest fashion events taking place in Cairo this season. The festival hosted many Egyptian designers as well as credible and highly recognized regional designers to display the newest trending clothing items and accessories. Launching two of the season’s hottest colors, the entire event was themed in Huawei’s new P9 red and blue colors. Huawei’s award-winning flagship smartphone, the Huawei P9, was launched in two limited edition colors: Red and Blue. Inspired by the dramatic and colorful world of the Pop Art movement, these vibrant colorways also reflect the passion and glamour of the fashion world. The stunning result is a beautifully-designed phone, packed with impressive features, that is a rallying cry for artists and innovators, and is set to be a staple in your favorite fashion ensembles.Leading the crowd in terms of style and fashion, the P9 boasts a harmony of design and technology, allowing industry leaders in the worlds of fashion, style and
art to be 2017 trendsetters. George Li, the director of the Egypt office for Huawei Consumer business group, stated: “Huawei values fashion the same way it does innovation and puts in a lot of effort in producing cutting edge, quirky and wearable pieces of technology that can be accessorized as part of any chic outfit. Fashion is a very big part of how we run our business and we firmly believe that technology inspires fashion and vice versa.” He also added: “Red is the color of passion and fire, exuding confidence and youthfulness and expressing the vitality of the fashion industry, while Blue conveys a classic elegance and poise still popular in global fashion circles today. This is why Huawei decided to design the new red and blue P9 colors.” Beautiful star Amina Khalil attended the fashion festival as a Huawei guest of honor, dazzling in a blue outfit inspired by the color of the limited edition P9. “I’ve always had a love for fashion and timeless elegance. It is exciting to see technology companies paying attention to the fashion and design elements of their devices,
especially Huawei who is the pioneer in this field globally. I have been following up on news of their many fashion wearables and smart-phones lately and I can see how Huawei is innovative in this fashion-technology fusion,” said Amina Khalil. Designer Norine Farah, who was also present at the event, dressed in Red to match the exclusive Huawei smartphone stated: “Fashion influences every aspect of the way we live so technology is evolving not only to make our lives easier, but also fit seamlessly into our everyday style. Huawei is doing a great job at representing that and I love the attention and effort they place on fashion.” The innovative dual lens 12 megapixel camera, co-engineered with iconic photography brand Leica Camera, ensures that every detail is captured. The result is a smartphone that has the capabilities to complement the vision of the world’s fashionistas and culture creators. Super-fast auto focus means no moment is lost, whilst the magic of the evening shows and after-parties can be caught in all their glory with superb low light photography functionality.
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RAYMOND WEIL: SHINE & ELEGANT
The new shine collection by Swiss watchmaker Raymond Weil is dressing up in different colours. The shine ladies quartz collection presents beautiful watches including a diamond-set bezel model on either stainless steel or bi colour yellow gold PVD plated case and bracelet. The elegant curves of the round 32 mm steel case are in harmony with an exquisite sunburst decoration on the mother-of-pearl dial which is available with classic roman numerals or diamond faceted indexes.
MICROSOFT SURFACE PRO 4 - 128GB / INTEL CORE M3
Microsoft Surface Pro 4 Tablet: The powerful Intel® Core™ m3 processor makes it easy to stay productive on the go. Tap and touch the vivid 12.3” HD touch screen using the Surface Pen, or connect to the Web to read the news or watch your favourite TV shows. Surface Pro 4 is ultrathin, fast, and versatile, the perfect balance of portability and power. With 6th generation Intel Core processors and up to 1TB of storage, it’s built to run professional-grade software. And the PixelSense Display has stunning colour and contrast that comes to life with Surface Pen and touch.
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NINTENDO’S MINI NES IS OUT
You may want to ready your wallets and your mouse-clicking fingers for the NES Classic’s launch. The NES Classic is a tiny version of the old console we’re sure a lot of you played as kids. It comes pre-loaded with 30 games, including several ‘Super Mario Bros.’, ‘Final Fantasy’ and ‘Zelda’ titles. And, yes, you can save so you can pick up where you left off later.
HOLIDAY GIFTS AT INTERSECT BY LEXUS
The luxury lifestyle collection from Crafted for Lexus features a stunning assortment of high-end accessories curated for the cosmopolitan crowd with a jet-set regime, making it the ideal selection for holiday gifting. The world renowned multi-brand collection features eclectic and elegant designs from all over the globe, with each item rooted in premium craftsmanship and quality, so there is something for everyone!
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PANASONIC WIRELESS VIDEO INTERCOM SYSTEM AT GITEX 2016
Panasonic’s Wireless Video Intercom System VL-SWD272 has many unique features, which include picture recording, night vision, and voice changer options. The system can record up to 50 visitors with the capability to record 8 still images per visitor, which can be displayed frame by frame, also, the night vision captures images in colour at night. These features ensure that you see every person visiting your home.
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Photography: Aisha al Shabrawy Models: Salma Abou Deif & Rachel Simpson Makeup: Mirna Kauzman Hair: Rafi from Al Sagheer Salons Shoot collaboration with Salem Alta Moda
NORI N E FA RA H
Fall/Winter 2017 Collection a
mira Tharwat talks to Egyptian Fashion Designer Norine Farah, who took us by storm for her bold designs. The young designer shares with us exclusively her latest collection for winter 2017, and reveals all about winning the DHL fashion competition in Cairo Fashion Festival.
What distinguishes your winter collection for this season? It’s a complete drift from what I’m used to in terms of both design and fabrics. I haven’t used my signature corset at all and so, it was an experiment for me to do things differently. I always feel challenged to try new things. What are the fabrics you used? The main choice of fabric was embroidery, specifically, Indian embroidery. Nude tulle is the base of most of the dresses while chiffon is the complement that brings the dress together. Describe the collection in three words… An edgy devilish angel. What was your inspiration while designing this collection? I wanted something that’s soft yet, bold all at once; pretty but not so pretty. How do you feel about winning the DHL fashion competition in Cairo Festival City? I’m honoured to have won of course. It took me a lot of time to source such material and
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much longer for my team to manage to stitch because of its harshness. It’s almost like plastic leather. Of course, I respect and love all of the other designers work, and if you want my honest opinion, I’m not a competitive person at all and I believe fashion is art, but this competition was a challenge, I was beyond excited to enter. I feel blessed that it was liked by everyone. How do you feel about having two of the most attractive young actresses (Amina Khalil and Dina El Sherbiny) wearing your designs on the red carpet of Cairo International Film Festival? It’s always an honour watching my work in general and watching Dina and Amina wearing them specifically is the cherry on top. Unfortunately, Amina couldn’t wear my dress that night due to awful circumstances. They all had to wear black and it was a late decision. I feel honoured to dress actors in general, but these two stars have a special part of me because they have been supporting me since the beginning.
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In general, how do you see the development of fashion industry in Egypt? I’m extremely happy to see all these merging designers. They are creating a new market for something that didn’t exist a long time ago. I’m honoured to be part of this change and I support all designers wholeheartedly. Fashion is never ending and without fresh new ideas it won’t work. What are the fashion faux pas that Egyptian ladies do when attending New Year’s parties or any other event? Tight everything. Leather costumes! Red on red on red.
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What is the fashion trend for winter 2017? Honestly, I don’t follow trends. May it be right or wrong, I don’t like hazing my thoughts with other designers’ work, and I believe trends aren’t for everyone. If we all follow the same trends, we will all look alike! But that’s my perception. Who are the celebrities you still dream of dressing? No doubly Scarlet Johansson.
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After capes took last year’s runway by storm designers opted for a softer look of applying the trend through Capelets. It can be worn with long sleeves or short, on tops or dresses and even bodysuits as seen at Philosophy di Lorenzo Serafini.
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Detacher has a more daily use presented, while Brandon Maxwell brings the focus to evening and little black dresses, something Christian Dior also capitalizes on. There are capelets over jackets at Burberry for a military appeal, while MSGM just makes things funky.
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A great match for the cold weather though we might do it without intending designers decided to give it a more actual dramatic form this season. For a classic cape like look go for Jacquemus and Brandon Maxwell but for a wild and funky look Marc Jacobs Hood by Air and Fenty would be your ideal choice. Find your inspiration.
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of Style a fter the election of the controversial businessman Donald Trump as the 45th President of the United States, this month Amira Tharwat celebrates the event by taking a sneak peek on former Slovenian model and the first lady of the United States Melania Trump’s style over the years.
Dressed in Ralph Lauren Jumpsuit and matching Louboutin heels during a photoshoot for Harper’s Bazaar January 2016
Attending the White House Correspondents’ Association (WHCA) dinner at the Washington Hilton Hotel in Washington, D.C. in 2011
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The inspiring fashion icon wore a form-fitting, offwhite dress by the London-based Serbian designer Roksanda Ilincic, purchased from the e-commerce site Net-a-Porter $2,190 which was sold out right after the event. The 46 year old model in a Ralph Lauren Jumpsuit that costs 3990$ on election night.
Attending 83rd Annual Academy Awards (Oscars) in 2011.
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ounge caught up with reality TV star ‘The Sisters’ Farah Abdel Aziz during her attendance to the 7th season of Cairo Fashion Festival. Chosen as the Digital Princess by Vogue Italia, and voted as the Digital Influencer of 2016 by Murex d’Or, Farah tells us all about her passion for fashion, how she sees the festival, Egyptian fashion designers and her list of the designers she loves the most.
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How did your passion for fashion come about? Fashion has always been a big part of our life. Coming from a Romanian mom and a Lebanese dad inspired us through the blend of diverse cultures and fashion trends from both the East and the West. How do you find the development of fashion industry in Egypt? The fashion industry in Egypt has been booming, many Egyptian fashion designers have taken the risk to successfully launch their labels in the middle of instability and the existence of an economic crisis. Who are the designers you like the most? I loved the show of Said Mahrouf as well the talent of the winner of the DHL competition, the young designer Norine Farah. What distinguishes Cairo Fashion Festival from any fashion event you witnessed before? The Egyptian designers themselves distinguished the Cairo Fashion Festival. Their work varied from the very Egyptian inspired pieces to the modern trendy designs and therefore, cater to all style.
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CLARINS EXTRA-FIRMING MASK
Extra-Firming Mask is Clarins first relaxing, anti-ageing mask for visibly younger-looking, smooth and radiant skin in just 10 minutes. In the formula, palmitoyl glycine, a lipoamino acid resulting from the grafting between an amino acid, glycine and a fatty acid, compensates for the harmful effects of the stretching of the fibroblast due to the movement of repeated muscle contractions of the skin. It has a proven biological action to help reduce the look of tension lines, visibly smooth features and reduces wrinkles.
ARMAND BASI IN ME
The newest fragrant creation ‘Armand Basi In Me’ is based on the internal balance of the modern and urban woman, who appreciates all that city life can offer her. Armand Basi In Me is signed by perfumer Nathalie Lorson, who composed a very intense chypre-floral scent. Its opening is very dynamic; blended of pink pepper, raspberry, ginger and pink grapefruit. The heart notes bring a rich bouquet of orange blossom, sambac jasmine, magnolia, rose and Egyptian jasmine, while seductiveness and warmth is provided by a blend of iris and warm woody notes (patchouli, sandalwood, cashmere wood).
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LA LAQUE GEL BY BOURJOIS
Bourjois presents the latest colours from ‘La Laque Gel’ collection that contains 3 new vibrant and intensely pigmented shades. The collection is nudes and coloured neutrals, twisted by a unique purple accent for a sophisticated feminine touch. For better results, apply with the top coat gel, for a radiant and intense coloured result that lasts for up to 15 days.
I ♥ JUICY COUTURE
For fearless women everywhere, the iconic fashion brand Juicy Couture makes a bold statement with the release of I Love Juicy Couture, a fierce and unforgettable fragrance for the girl who loves without restrictions and declares it to the world. I Love Juicy Couture is an addictive combination of lush fruits and fresh florals, infused with seductive amber and musk. With undeniably bold notes, the fragrance embodies the spirit of living and loving out loud.
PARCO PALLADIANO COLLECTION BY BOTTEGA VENETA
ELIZABETH ARDEN LIQUID ASSETS COLOUR COLLECTION
Bottega Veneta introduces Parco Palladiano, a new collection of fragrances for women and men inspired by the Palladian gardens of the Veneto region of Italy. The six fragrances are collaboration with three perfumers. Each scent is an ‘olfactory trompe l’oeil,’ capturing different moments and experiences in a Palladian garden. Each bottle of Parco Palladiano reflects the traditions of Bottega Veneta and the Veneto region, with the house’s iconic intrecciato at the heart of the design.
Indulge with Elizabeth Arden’s New Liquid Assets Colour Collection, a luxurious wet collection that is comprised of innovative fluid textures with rich colour intensity and long-lasting finishes. Dress your lips in rich colour and high shine, show-off your eyes with striking graphically-lined lids and get the luminous glow women crave. Elizabeth Arden Liquid Assets Colour Collection is available in department stores nationwide and on ElizabethArden.com..bring on the bold.
GUERLAIN HOLIDAY MAKE-UP COLLECTION
Guerlain this year celebrates the holidays with you offering the Holiday Make Up Collection. The collection contains Terracotta Terra India Shimmering Bronzing Powder, L’or Eyeliner Felt Eyeliner Sparkling Gold, Precious Light Pearly Pink Illuminator, Écrin Shalimar Precious Eyeshadows, Gold and Sapphire Shades, Kisskiss Creamy Shaping Lip Colour 563 Indian Pink and Météorites Perles de Légende Light-Revealing Pearls of Powder. Run to the nearest store before the holidays start.
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YOUR PARENTS it’s a given that we all love our parents as
much as they love us, but unfortunately, we fail at times to keep a healthy relationship with them. Keeping the bond alive with them can sometimes be challenging especially nowadays. Now that the holidays have started, Reem El Shennawi takes this opportunity and brings you some tips to improve your relationship with your parents..
Appreciate them
Your parents are the reason you became the person you are today. They have worked hard and have done many and many sacrifices for you to live a better life than they did, receive the best education they can offer, and much more than that. Think about all what they have done and are still doing for you and learn to appreciate them. Appreciating your parents will help you improve your relationship with them and eager to do more. Let them know that you appreciate their efforts and that you don’t take them for granted, and show them through your actions as well, remember that actions speak louder than words.
Respect them
No matter what happens between you and your parents, you have to respect them. Even if you disagree sometimes, watch your tone and words and be well-mannered. Be careful of what you say because you can hurt them without you realizing. Put in mind that your parents are more experienced than you are even if they are an older generation, they still know better, they love you more than anyone in the world and want the best for you.
Avoid unnecessary arguments
There are necessary arguments and there are unnecessary ones, even if at times they seem to be unavoidable, do your best to avoid the unnecessary discussions because they only widen the gap between you and your parents. Again, you need to practice responding in a
respectful manner and control what you say and do. Think about it for a few seconds before you respond, is it really necessary? Is it going to cause more damage than it should? This way you will avoid an argument that can cause an emotional dispute and save drama that might be worthless.
Take things from their perspective
Most of our problems are a result of failing to think about others’ perspectives because we create miscommunication and tend to be stubborn. If each one of us can think for a few minutes about others’ perspectives and reasons, we will avoid many clashes. Our parents are different, they grew up differently and they think differently and so, they often have different views. However, that doesn’t make us right, think about what they say, take things from their perspective, and be grateful you have the opportunity to learn from their past experiences. Learn from their lessons and use them in your life, you will remain thankful for them.
Be honest and open up
One of the best ways to improve your relationship with your parents is to share more often with them and talk about what might make you feel uncomfortable and about what bothers you. Communication builds trust and helps you stay in contact with them all the time. Listen to your parents and they will listen to you, discuss with them your problems and share with them their problems too. Improve your relationship by keeping the communication between you alive.
Don’t let fights last long
Do anything and everything to solve any problems with your parents sooner rather than later, letting things fester will worsen things and is completely unnecessary. Don’t overact when talking to your parents to avoid the argument from the beginning and if things developed to a fight, give them and yourself some time to calm down and then, discuss it together. The most important thing is to not let things develop and as mentioned before always stay in contact with them.
Separate from them emotionally
That doesn’t mean that you shouldn’t care for them or neglect their feelings, but you should learn to separate your emotions from them. Meaning, if you have been in a rough relationship with them, it’s time to move on, neglect your bad feelings about it and improve your relationship with them. You should also learn to separate your emotions when feeling down about something that concerns you because your parents have nothing to do with it. As mentioned before, discuss it with them and you might feel better, and if you won’t feel comfortable speaking about it then, keep it to yourself and don’t let them see your anger.
Grant them independence
Being close doesn’t mean that they shouldn’t have their space and privacy. Separate between sharing and invading their privacy. Your parents deserve to have a separate life just like you do.
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Money money money What are your tips for saving money ?
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fter Egypt’s Central Bank official floats Egyptian pound, which increased the dollar rate to over the double rate, the prices are getting higher and higher, so just for kicks, check Lounge readers’ creative answers on how to cope with the current economical situation Egypt is witnessing.
Nehal Nagy Ezz El-Dein Go on a strict diet.
Ramy Abdel-Tawab
I would give my mother my ATM and she would give me my daily needs and save the rest of my salary; she is very good at that unlike me.
Sanctus Yanni
Taking huge loans is the best solution for the current situation.
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Youmna Hassan Gad
Getting organized, buying what you need , no more spontaneous decisions of buying, and planning ahead the simplest thing will help in reducing wasted purchases. Also, find alternatives; a fancy day out with the kids is no longer an option. Now it’s time to hang out at parks and the club more often than you usually do.
Enas Ali
Don’t go out a lot, no more food delivery, buy clothes only when you really need to, try to enjoy your time at home and meet your friends at their place or your place, and if you get bored, you can go out, but close to home in order not to spend money on transportation or gas.
Rania Bakry
If you mean investment so it’s real estate, but if you mean saving so just get what you really need.
Ahmed Fikry
Sleep night and day so you don’t have to waste energy and consume fuel or even food.
Shaymaa El-Ansary
We should stop being a consuming country and start producing and exporting.
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It is a yearly ritual that we write down our New Year’s resolution at the end of
each year to start a new year with new goals, challenges and motives. This month as we say goodbye to 2016 and welcome 2017, we help you decide on your New Year’s resolutions, take this quiz and find out.. Which of these is your biggest challenge? Staying organized Focusing on goals Procrastination Staying motivated Being healthy None of these, I am amazing Pick a word to describe the last year Sad Disappointing Insane Bad Good Dumb
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Pick a word to describe how the coming year should be Awesome Dope Funky Fruitful Good Eventful
What do you want to find in the coming year? Love Money Success Baby animals New job New home
What’s your New Year’s Eve party style? Not partying Getting as drunk as possible Screaming Tasteful celebrating Getting noisy Watching the ball drop so hard
What do you want to get rid of this coming year? Bad habits Annoying people Self doubt Fear Negativity Dumb stuff
Results Mostly A
Stop wearing pants Pants are not as feminine as dresses. Make a promise to yourself this year that you’ll stop wearing them, and that you’ll start wearing more dresses and skirts especially that they are in this season. You deserve to be a lady.
Mostly B
Connect with people If you didn’t connect with people enough last year, make a promise to yourself to engage yourself in more events this year. You need to make more friends and enjoy the communication.
Mostly C
Focus on your goals You need to be more focused this year especially at work. Start the new year with setting goals and achievements and promise yourself that you will be more successful than last year.
Mostly D
Stop worrying too much This year you need to let go of your fears, and stop worrying about your actions. Promise yourself that you will enjoy the coming year without thinking about every little detail, you deserve to live in peace.
Mostly E
Pick an inspirational quote “Every day is a second chance..for donuts.” “You only live once I guess?” “If opportunity doesn’t knock, opportunity’s a dumb jerk.” “Don’t look back unless you can rotate your head like an owl, then do it because that’s cool.” “Stars can’t shine without darkness and thermonuclear fusion.” “Dump a big bucket of goo on the haters.”
Hit the gym Exercising is a part of being healthy. You need to exercise and make it a routine that you can’t get rid of. Be it yoga, pilates or poll dancing, stick to exercising no matter what.
Mostly F
Be more family oriented You need to involve yourself in family issues and engage yourself in family gatherings more than you do. This year enjoy spending some quality time with your family and be a part of their world.
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Photographer: Mahmoud Ashour Makeup: Ahmed El Amrousy Hair: Christo Moaz
All You Need to Know
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ounge went upclose and personal with Egyptian/Saudi TV Personality and Producer Rasha El Khatib to reveal all about her career and life, the secret behind her love to the gulf and her up-coming hit program. Tell us more about you… My name is Rasha Sabry El Khatib, I am a Gemini and so, I am a moody person, very sensitive and loyal. I am half Egyptian half Saudi. How did your passion for media come about? I graduated with a bachelor degree in Foreign Trade. I wanted to study Theater Art, but my parents were against the idea. I started my career in Saudi as a TV presenter in ‘Sehety Emra’ty’ program with Director Magdy El Kady. And then, I had my program ‘Ana We Sanay’y We Fanan’ on el Ray Channel. You have a very intimate relationship with Saudi Arabia and the Gulf in general, tell us more about that… I am married to an Arab businessman, who has nothing to do with the media, but supported me greatly. I owned ‘El Wad’ Production Company, which was based in El Riyad. I was also a part of ‘The General Union for Saudi Producers’ in Riyad before I became a part of ‘The General Union for Arab Producers’ in Egypt. Not to mention that
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I have many work relations and friendships with other media figures. You are a producer/actress/and TV presenter, which is closer to your heart? Being a TV presenter is the closest to my heart because I believe it’s my essence and the thing that I like to do, and being an actress comes in the second rank. Production is not that close to me as I stopped working in this field years ago. As an actress, you participated in few TV serials, who are the stars you still wish to work with? A lot of stars. Of course Egypt and the Arab world lost Mahmoud Abdel Aziz whom I admire a lot and whom I consider as an icon, I wish I’d have worked with him before he died. I wish I would work with star Adel Emam, Mohamed Ramadan, Ghada Abdel Razek and many more.
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You had to end your visit to Saudi Arabia for Mirna El Mohandes death, how close were you? I wasn’t visiting Saudi at that time. I was with Mirna El Mohandes all the time while she was in the hospital, she was very close to my heart and a very important person in my life. We were very close and we shared many things together; she was my life. I had to travel for work purposes, and was shocked to hear the news by the media. I had a nervous breakdown, and I was unable to do anything at that time. She will remain in my heart and will always be as important as she was in my life. What are the awards you are most proud of? My last award was from ‘The General Union for Arab Producers’ Festival. I was awarded for ‘El Weswas’ series, and I was extremely happy to receive this award especially that this was the first time to be awarded on a drama TV serial. Working on this series with Director Hosny Saleh was a plus and I wish I would work with him again. We saw you in a Christian Dior dress during your participation in “Thanks Saudi Arabia” Musical, who are your favourite designers? I admire everything by Christian Dior from clothes to bags to shoes and even their perfumes. I also like Chanel and Burberry as they reflect femininity. I like simplicity and colour contrast, and I am eager to make changes all the time. I like to be unique in the simplest form. Why didn’t you make seasons two of ‘El Ser’ TV program? Several channels asked me to present another season for ‘El Ser’ and ‘El Serdab’ programs, but I refused because I want to present new things. After ‘El Ser’ and ‘El Serdab’ programs, I presented ‘Sahra Ma’ Rasha,’ a social program on El Hadath Channel, which was very successful because I discussed social cases, relationship problems, and other significant cases. It mainly focused on social problems that are the concern of each and every one of us. Who is the TV personality you aspire to? Many. I admire Amr Adib, Wael El Ebrashy, Lamis El Hadidy and many more. I however focus on being myself, I like to have my special path that is close to Rasha El Kahtib. As a producer, how do you feel the entertainment industry have changed economically after the Revolutions the Arab world witnessed in the past 6 years? I stopped producing before the Revolution and so, I can’t tell how much it changed. It definitely changed and many producers lost money because of the Revolution that had a great impact on the economy.
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What are your tips for overcoming the current difficult economical situation? I believe that we should unite all together as Arabs, we should work efficiently on important stuff and not focus on gaining money only. What are the spots you love visiting the most? I love going to Al Sayeda Nafysa Mosque and El Hussien as well as the Religious Complex as it reflects an amazing form of religious tolerance. Tell us about your trip to Somalia… I travelled to Somalia as one of the first Egyptian celebrities to go there and give support to the people in need there, I was overwhelmed with this experience and I would love to do it again soon. What is the rumor that annoyed you the most? That I am married to a Kuwaiti prince while it is not true I am married to Saudi Arabian businessman. What is the most valuable gift you’ve ever received? It was my birthday gift, my husband brought me a diamond set, which I admire the most not because of how valuable it is, but because it was from my husband, the man who means everything to me and who gives me support and pushes me forward to follow my dreams and be successful. What about ‘Esty Beywga’any’ movie? I decided to quit working on ‘Esty Beywga’any’ movie with Hany Ramzy, whom I admire. Hany William contacted me and I discussed with him ‘Amina’s role’ and had some comments on the movie, which he welcomed and therefore, I signed the contract with the company. We started shooting, and I remember that the first day of shooting lasted for around 19 hours that included around 10 scenes for me with Hani Ramzy and my mother in the movie. I was surprised the next day when I was supposed to shoot my scenes with the producer of the movie and wife of director Ehab Lamy, Maya Nasry to find out that they removed off many of my scenes. I knew that Maya Nasry was the one behind deleting my scenes and when I spoke to Director Ehab Lamy he supported her decision. Of course, I refuse to have any colleague interfering in my role even if the actress is the producer so, I had to quit in silence without making any complains at the actor’s syndicate because of my admiration to actor Hany Ramzy. What are you working on? I am currently working on a program that is going to be a hit just like ‘El Ser’ and ‘El Serdab.’ It is a very important program and will have a new approach and path, and will be aired in Ramadan 2017.
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HISHAM KHARMA RELEASES AL YAQEEN AFTER 15 YEARS IN THE MAKING a
fusion music project that’s been in the making for 15 years has now come to life. Musician and Music Composer Hisham Kharma launched AL YAQEEN, an album that is about that moment in life when everything stops and vision is crystal clear. It is absolute certainty. The album is inspired by the journey of Kharma’s talent, and the moment he decided to let the musical inspirations take over and become his life’s work. In Al Yaqeen, Kharma combines electronic music with the unique sounds of traditional oriental instruments, creating a soulful experience that captures the inspirational essence of both. The result is track after track of moments that take their listeners on a journey that transcends time and space. The album consists of 13 tracks featuring several musicians playing the oud, violin, nay and other authentic instruments blended with some very hip and progressive electronic sounds. Hisham Kharma’s music journey kick-started back in the late 90s when he released an upbeat version of Hani Shenouda’s masterpiece “Shams El Zanaty.” The track was a major hit and an iconic sound of those university years. Earlier this year, a new version was released, and the legend Hani Shenouda himself witnessed a live performance of it at Sawy Cultural Wheel. Shenouda said at the time, “It is very rare to see such talented musicians who share this kind of passion and commitment to music. It shows on stage how they are devoted to the music they play and how it’s become a huge part of them. This will definitely set a new trend in the music scene in Egypt and abroad in the very near future, and I truly wish them more success and recognition for the great music they make.” Al YAQEEN Album Launch Concert is planned for December 2nd at Le Marquee in Cairo Festival City. The live performance is set to be a tremendous experience of music, visuals, and a magical journey. Tickets are available on Ticketsmarche.com
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SIMPLE CARBS & SUGARS CAN MAKE YOU HUNGRY
SOY CAN REDUCE YOUR ENERGY
Eating lots of simple carbohydrates (white bread, pasta, bagels, pastries) and sugar will make it impossible to feel satisfied. Your glucose rise giving you a burst of energy, and then crash rapidly causing your body to crave more fuel. So, limit your carbs and sugar intake especially during the cold weather as the body burns less than during the summer.
Soy could be getting in the way of you achieving your best health yet. If you feel like you’re in the throes of a personal energy crisis, the soy in your diet could be the cause. Soy, particularly when consumed in large quantities, can wreak havoc on your delicate hormonal balance, making you more susceptible to exhaustion and fatigue.
HEALTH DESK CAN THE FLU SHOT MAKE YOU SICK?
The flu shot is not without its side effects, people sometimes experience a sore arm at the injection shot. People may also experience a fever, muscle pain, hives, a rash, headache, nausea, and feelings of discomfort or weakness within a few days of the initial shot. The vaccine takes 1 to 2 weeks to kick in before it’s in full-force protection mode. Because the flu mutates each year, it’s important to get the new shot in order to protect yourself from the strains that are circulating.
OATMEAL LOWERS YOUR CHOLESTEROL
Oats are packed with a soluble fiber called beta glucan that whisks excess cholesterol out of your body. Having 1 ½ cups of oatmeal on a regular basis could lower your LDLs by 12 to 24 percent. Start your day with oatmeal with your favourite toppings to live a healthy life.
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SLEEPING HELP REDUCING BELLY FAT
Sleep regulates endocrine function, maintaining the right balance between the hunger hormone ghrelin and the satiety hormone leptin. Sleep deprivation increases appetite, insulin resistance, and the stress hormone cortisol, all of which contribute to fat accumulation in the body. Make sure that you get at least 7 to 8 hours of sleep every night.
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THE SUNSHINE VITAMIN,
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CAN IT BE
YOUR SAVIOR
Sources of Vitamin D
Dr. Ingy Hashad PhD of Biochemistry - German University in Cairo Healthcare Nutritionist - American University in Cairo Nutritionist Consultant at Inshape Clinics ingy.hashad@guc.edu.eg
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ecently, vitamin D deficiency has been a booming topic that is striking a lot of research and has been involved in so many ongoing diseases. So, let us break through this topic to catch up with the latest updates.
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•It is estimated that sensible exposure to the sun ultraviolet rays on bare skin for 5-10 minutes 2-3 times per week allows the body the ability to produce sufficient vitamin D, but vitamin D has a half-life of only two weeks, meaning that stores can run low, especially in winter. •The flesh of fatty fish such as salmon, tuna and mackerel. •The fish liver oil, beef liver, eggs, fortified milk and fortified cereals.
People likely to have Vitamin D deficiency:
1. People with dark skin: The darker your skin, the more sun you need to get the same amount of vitamin D as a fair-skinned person. 2. Older Adults: Old people are at risk of being deficient because as they age, their skin becomes thinner than younger people and thus, they can’t synthesize Vitamin D efficiently. 3. People who are obese: They need larger than usual intake of vitamin D because high amounts of fat under the skin hold more of vitamin D and alters its release into the circulation. 4. People who have gone gastric bypass surgery: They can become vitamin D deficient overtime since part of the upper small intestine, where vitamin D absorbed is bypassed in the operation and vitamin D mobilized from the fat stores to blood may not compensate over time.
Role of Vitamin D in our Body:
1. Adequate vitamin D intake is important for the regulation of calcium and phosphorus absorption as well as maintenance of healthy bones and teeth. 2. Support the health of the immune system, brain and nervous system. 3. Regulate insulin levels and aid diabetes management. 4. Support lung function and cardiovascular health.
Signs of Vitamin D deficiency: 1. General tiredness, aches and pains, and a general sense of not feeling well. 2. Severe bone or muscle pain or weakness. 3. Stress fractures, especially in the legs, pelvis, and hips.
What is the link between Vitamin D and depression? Vitamin D receptors have been found in many parts of the brain. Receptors are found on the surface of a cell, where they receive chemical signals. It was found that people having lower levels of vitamin D were more prone to development of depression.
Can Vitamin D help in preventing Hair Loss?
Can Vitamin D lower the risk of breast cancer?
Vitamin D keeps the bones and skin healthy and in recent years; it’s also been linked to hair growth. A 2012 study in the journal Stem Cells Translational Medicine suggests that the vitamin can help create new follicles, which are little pores, where new hair can grow. In addition, Vitamin D, along with other recently discovered chemicals, may also help wake up follicles that have become dormant, according to researchers at Harvard.
Vitamin D entered the cancer spotlight when researchers noticed that women, who live in with greater sun exposure, have a lower incidence of breast cancers. Vitamin D has several actions in the body that could lower cancer risk. These include: -Slowing the growth of cancer cells. -Stimulating cancer cell death. -Reducing the formation of blood vessels that feed cancerous tumors.
Can Vitamin D help improve rheumatoid arthritis symptoms? Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disease that leads to inflammation of the joints.Vitamin D may help preserve knee cartilage. Researchers found that older adults had more preserved knee cartilage if they had greater sun exposure and higher vitamin D levels in their blood. Vitamin D may indirectly help improve arthritis symptoms. Supplements and sunshine do benefit muscle health. Strong muscles around the joints can ease some of the discomfort caused by arthritis. This is because stronger muscles can take some of the stress off damaged cartilage in the joints. LOUNGE 49
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RESENSE EUROPEAN SPA INDULGE YOUR SENSES
ounge takes you on a tour into Resense European Spa at Royal Maxim Palace Kempinski, for a sensual experience like no other.
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Located in New Cairo, Royal Maxim Palace Kempinski, the first European boutique hotel in Cairo, introduces Resense European Spa. What distinguishes the spa from any other health club in any other hotel is the European technique and aura you feel. As soon as you open the door you feel like you’ve gone through a time machine and entered into a medieval palace that belongs to the Roman Empire. The exceptional oil paintings that are all over the place, the elegance and the luxurious surroundings makes you have a sense of the unique experience you are about to feel. All that royal treatment and ambiance is overlooking an amazing indoor pool like no other. The uniqueness of the spa doesn’t only involve the surroundings; it goes to the technique itself; Resense introduces a European Hamam that combines both the best of the east and the west. “In Ancient Rome, the queens used to pamper themselves by having a
hot bath then jumping into an ice lake, which we managed to do for the first time in Egypt” said Claudia Dascalu the Spa Director, the shock the body receives from extreme hot to extreme cold has an amazing effect internally on the blood circulation in the body, which enhances the flow of the blood and strengthen the immunity system, and externally it gives your skin glow and regenerating the cells. As for the massage it was an experience like no other; “the therapists we have at Resense Spa are so sensitive that they read people” said Claudia. She also added that they deal with different kind of personalities and they have to respond to every body’s needs even for the introvert people, who don’t say much to make the massage treatment customized according to their needs as each person needs a certain kind of treatment. To The European school massage is not only for relaxation
it is also a healing process as they believe the stress you are subjected to reflects on your body as the body automatically blocks the toxins resulted from the stress in certain areas in the body, the role of the therapist is to be very sensitive as to feel where those toxins are blocked and helps releasing those areas to make the body get rid of all the negativity and stress hidden under the skin. Also unlike the Far East technique where the therapist uses her fingers, in the European technique the therapists uses her open palms while massaging the body which give more strength and helps giving life back to the body. Besides the outstanding pleasant smell of the massage oil, it was also created to have healing benefits to the skin. “We use our own exclusive line of French natural oils that comes especially from Switzerland� said Claudia Dascalu, who can help you improve your lifestyle through well-designed detoxifying nutritional programs, as well as wellness recommended sessions, providing clients with proven results driven spa experiences.
As for the gentlemen, Resense Spa provides them with a special and exceptional facial treatment and head treatment that reliefs all the nerves and the mental stress. Take some time to bring new life to your New Year rituals. This head to toe, restorative experience begins with a foot wash and massage ritual and continues with your choice of body scrub or wrap to remove dead skin cells or toxins from your body. A free-style full-body massage then imbues you with total relaxation for body, mind and soul, restoring your positive energy. Once your body feels revitalized, an indulging head therapy melts away all remaining stress. The light head massage helps improve circulation and completes your heavenly experience. Duration 150 minutes; price 2590 LE. LOUNGE 51
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Austrian Luxury Designed by Denis Košutić
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his month Lounge celebrates with you the new year by taking you on a tour to one of the most luxurious palaces in Austria Designed by Denis Koťutić the designer, who adapts an anti-traditional perception of the role of architecture in the modern world.
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Architecture is a subject of consumptions, instead of a monument for eternity. According to this, Denis redesigned a baroque Austrian Palace, giving it a modern approach. Boca do Lobo was part of the project, providing this interior designer, luxury furniture and sculptural pieces that served as an independent and strong character in the theatre play. This project was partly adopted and partly modified, according to functional details. “The real challenge was to integrate
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the existing collection of art, antique furniture and oriental carpets and to give them a completely new role in the composition,” said the designer. The baroque history of the space was treated as a fact and a kind of a past imagination but the detailed research of it was not the issue of interest during the design process. There is a kind of baroque spirit in the air that was mixed with strong contemporary influence. The rooms thereby created have been meticulously dealt with
separately, according to the principle “everything is allowed.“ The various moods and sources of inspiration translated into the design of the individual rooms are always independent of each other and yet familiar. An intentional renouncement of clear definitions along with a casual play with the material resulted in an eccentric “mix and match“ of shapes, surfaces, colours and ornaments. An enormous quantity of ornaments on wallpapers, fabrics and carpets
in compositions that appear randomly but are precisely attuned, have a warm and familiar, but at the same time surprising and unexpected effect.An abundance of antique, restored and newly designed furniture from all epochs have been brought into a dialogue with contemporary design and art objects, at times in dignified, at times in ironic compositions. The boundaries between “old“ and “new“ thereby totally disappear, creating a new, inherently consistent composition.
Celebrate the splendor of the season and the joy of Christmas at the
Nile Ritz-Carlton, Cairo Located on the Nile and overlooking the remarkable Egyptian Museum, the Nile Ritz-Carlton, Cairo is the ideal destination to celebrate the magic and wonder of this festive season. Whether you are looking for the ideal romantic getaway or traveling with family, the breathtaking Cairo views, lush gardens, and Arabic hospitality of the Nile Ritz-Carlton await you this December. A carefully curated program of exciting happenings is guaranteed to create long-lasting memories for the whole family. From angelic carol singers to indulgent Christmas Day feasts, the Nile Ritz-Carlton, Cairo has everything you need to make this special time of the year truly magical. During the Christmas season Santa Claus will accompany children to lighten the Christmas tree in the lobby and capture the moments by taking pictures with him. The children will also get the chance to personally design and take away their own ornaments in celebration of the season. In celebrating the season and starting the New Year in true Ritz-Carlton fashion: • Culina offers uniquely indulgent brunch experience with variety of proteins, rich bbq’s, sushi, carving stations, seafood, seasonal salads, and dessert offerings while enjoying live jazz entertainment and Christmas spirit. Prices: LE 400++ | 550++ | 750++ Starting Date: 23, 24 31 December 2016 & 1, 7 January 2017 • Boasting authentic oriental dishes from all over the Middle East, Bab El-Sharq celebrates Christmas and New Year’s by offering prefix dinners and extravagant buffets featuring traditional oriental flavors while guests enjoy the artistic shows of the belly dancer. Price: LE 400++ | 600 ++ Starting Date: 24 and 31 December 2016 • For Italian cuisine lovers, Vivo is offering a five and seven-course dinner experience in a modern, contemporary setting overlooking infinite views of the Nile and Cairo tower. Price: LE 650 ++, 900 ++ Starting Date: 24, 31 December 2016
• Overlooking Cairo and the Nile in all its magical glory, NOX invites guests to celebrate the arrival of the New Year in a luxurious and fun night of dancing to one of Cairo’s best DJs. Price: LE 350 ++, 500 ++ Starting Date: 23, 31 December 2016, 7 January, 2017 • Intimate and elegant, Ritz Bar features a menu with an array of signature cocktails and live entertainment for guests. The Lobby Lounge also offers Christmas snacks, drinks and kids’ activities for your loved ones. Price: 150++ Starting Date: 24, 25, 31 December The Nile Ritz-Carlton, Cairo also offers exclusive Christmas spa packages and activities for hotel guests and their children including cookie decorating and face painting. For more information or to reserve, please call +202 25778899 Ext: 2002, or email rc.cairz. reservations@ritzcarlton.com
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Cairo Fashion Festival 7th Season
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Charms JW Ladies Society
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Launching of Mazoura by Designer Heba Abu Ouf at the Marriott Hotel Cairo
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The debut of the first Westin Hotel in Cairo
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NILE RADIO PRODUCTIONS WINS “BRAND OF THE YEAR” FROM PRESTIGIOUS SUPERBRANDS AWARDS
Leading Egyptian media organization Nile Radio Productions (NRP) has been chosen as the “Brand of the Year” at the Superbrands Awards ceremony that took place yesterday. Superbrands is a long-established and much respected universal seal of enduring excellence and every year they chose a “Brand of the Year” through a panel of locally and internationally renowned expert judges and referees known for their competence in the fields of management and marketing. This is the third time Superbrands selects NRP – the parent organization to hit radio stations NogoumFM and NileFM, and music record labels Nogoum Records and NRP Music – for the prestigious award. The event was attended by NRP CEO Ayman Salem, Managing Director and Group COO Hala Hegazi, NogoumFM/TV Network Director Rami Mohsen, Head of Digital Operations and Content Acquisition Omar Shoeb and Brand Manager Salma Mostafa.
EMIRATES NBD EGYPT LAUNCHES SPECIALIZED SME FUNDING UNIT
Emirates NBD Egypt launches a specialized unit for funding small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in compliance with regulations set by the Central Bank of Egypt (CBE) and in a bid to expand the funding of these enterprises, which are a key promising sector in the Egyptian market. Sahar El Damaty Deputy Managing Director & Country Chief Risk Officer at Emirates NBD Egypt stated “Since Emirates NBD entered the Egyptian market; it was our ambition to meet customers’ needs for all segments, individuals and companies. Launching the SME segment is completing the picture in order to support, advice and provide education for one of the most important segments in order to grow the Egyptian economy.”
ORANGE EGYPT’S CEO ANNOUNCES THE LAUNCH OF “4G FOR EVERYBODY” CAMPAIGN
In a press conference attended by prominent ICT press and media persons, Orange Egypt’s Chief Executive Officer, Jean Marc Harion, announced the company’s launch of “4G for Everybody” Campaign after acquiring the license last October. The CEO stated that the company will receive 4G frequencies within 3 months from signing the 4G and virtual fixed lines’ licenses’ agreement with NTRA. Orange is well prepared to avail the 4G services for every customer with a bunch of offers, services and devices. Orange is offering now double the monthly internet package for customers to try 4G services without any additional cost. According to the announcement, the company is also launching before the end of November an affordable 4G smart phone TECNO N9 at a price of EGP 1199. This step comes with the aim of encouraging users to make benefit of the new 4G services at minimum cost. In addition, Orange customers who have a smart phone will have the privilege of replacing their SIM cards for free in Orange shops while discovering the whole range of 4G devices the company offers. Photo Caption: Jean-Marc Harion, Orange Egypt CEO during his first press conference with the press and media.
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Major Milestones Achieved in the Completion of AlFuttaim Group Real Estate’s Projects in Cairo Festival City
Al-Futtaim Group Real Estate – the leading real estate developer in the Middle East – intensified its operations and efforts to speed up the completion of its residential complex and Business District within Cairo Festival City. Under the supervision of the most renowned global consultancy offices, and in collaboration with the biggest contractors in the Egyptian market, Cairo Festival City is currently witnessing a leap in its construction work. Dr. Mohamed El-Mikawi, Al-Futtaim Group Managing Director, said: “We are pleased with the construction progress of the residential areas and the business district and we are very happy to be working closely with our contractors to ensure that this critical stage of developing the residential areas of Cairo Festival City is progressing as planned. We will inject the required capital to ensure the completion of all our projects as scheduled in accordance to Al-Futtaim international quality standards.”
SAMEH SOBHY, GENERAL MANAGER SEMIRAMIS INTERCONTINENTAL CAIRO HONORED BY ARAB SATELLITE FESTIVAL 2016
Sameh Sobhy, General Manager of Semiramis InterContinental Cairo, as well as the property itself, were honoured by the Arab Satellite Festival 2016, which hosted an array of Egyptian and Arab stars. Others who were recognized during the seventh anniversary of the event included prominent businessmen, influential media personalities and heads of numerous satellite channels. “I am proud of this recognition which will undoubtedly push us to constantly excel and give our all,” added Sobhy in light of the award. The Semiramis InterContinental Cairo is the proud winner of numerous awards including Tripadvisor and Cairo360 Editor’s Choice Awards for the past consecutive years.
A CHARMING CHRISTMAS & A GLAMOROUS NEW YEAR AT SONESTA HOTEL TOWER & CASINO CAIRO
With a wide array of exciting venues and exquisite flavorful Holiday treat, Sonesta have the passion for providing a memorable experience. Gather with your family and friends at La Gondola for an elegant Christmas Eve Dinner featuring a specially prepared flavorful Turkey Dishes and enjoyable live band entrainment, followed by a delightful Lunch Buffet on Christmas Day featuring traditional Christmas favorites. Celebrate the New Year’s Eve in a cheerful ambiance with special dinner set menu featuring a wide assortment of traditional and oriental authentic delights with live entertainment and belly dancer performance all at Baalbek Lebanese Restaurant. Mark Your Calendars on: Saturday 17 December 2016, for a true meaning of joyful Christmas spirit on the harmonies of “St. Mark Choir Christmas Carol” & Saturday 22 December 2017, for the chanting melodies of “Rafik Attallah Christmas Carol” at the IRIS Ballroom – 7:00 PM (free entrance). For reservations or more information, please call: +202.2264.1111
WESTIN HOTELS & RESORTS DEBUTS IN CAIRO SETTING A NEW STANDARD FOR WELL-BEING IN EGYPT’S CAPITAL CITY
Renowned Well-being Brand Opens Second Hotel in Egypt this YearWestin Hotels and Resorts, part of Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR), today announced theopening of Egypt’s best kept secret, The Westin Cairo Golf Resort & Spa Katameya Dunes.Owned by New Cairo for Real Estate Investment Company, the resort and spa is located in the prestigious, residential community of Katameya Dunes, anchored by a 27-hole championship golf course designed by world-renowned Nick Faldo and Brian Curley. With Westin’s signature wellness initiatives offered for global travelers and local residents alike, the hotel is poised to set a new standard for well-being in Cairo. “The global demand for wellness continues to propel Westin’s growth momentum around the world,including our debut in new markets like Doha and Dubai andour expanded presence in destinations like Spain, Germany and now Egypt,” said Brian Povinelli, Global Brand Leader, Westin Hotels & Resorts. “As the second Westin hotel to open in Egypt this year,we are thrilled to introduce the brand in Cairo and inspire a new level of well-being for our guests’ before, during and after their stay.”
ORANGE EGYPT PARTNERS WITH LARGE ENTERPRISES TO LAUNCH THE NEW “SMART BUSINESS” SOLUTION FOR SMES
In light of Orange’s continuous interest in providing new solutions and services for SMEs to develop their businesses at minimum cost and help them reach their clients easily, Orange Egypt launched its new “Smart Business” solution in collaboration with some of the biggest local and international enterprises, with the aim of providing exclusive offers to SMEs. “Smart Business” from Orange was launched in a spectacular celebration held at the Four Seasons Nile Plaza, attended by Orange Egypt’s Chief Executive Officer, JeanMarc Harion, Chief Commercial Officer,Eng. Ashraf Halim, as well as Orange Egypt officials and participating enterprises, and a number of press and media personalities.
OMAR SAMRA LAUNCHES “MAKE SPACE YOURS” PROJECT TO MORE THAN100 UNIVERSITIES AND SCHOOLS IN EGYPT
In a press conference, adventurer and founder of Wild Guanabana, Omar Samra, announced the launch of ‘Make Space Yours’, a project that aspires to act as a catalyst for the development of STEM education within schools and universities in Egypt. Targeting over 100 schools and universities across Cairo and Egyptian governorates, ‘Make Space Yours’ aims at motivating, exciting and raising the interest of universities and schools students in space science and explorationby engaging them in space competitions on a national level. Commenting on the initiative, Samra said:” ‘Make Space Yours’ represents a great platform to inspire youth about space science; identify and develop young talents; and eventually develops into a pillar of community outreach and dialogue among industry professionals for space experiments and innovations”.
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NESPRESSO LAUNCHES STATE-OFTHE-ART PROFESSIONAL BARISTA MACHINE, THE AGUILA 220 DURING “HACE HOTEL EXPO 2016”
To satisfy evolving demands in the out of home market, Nespresso is introducing the Aguila 220 during its participation in “HACE HOTEL EXPO 2016”, which is one of the biggest and most important exhibitions for hotels supplies and restaurants equipment that is held in Cairo International Conference Center from October 30th to November 2nd, 2016. With a smaller footprint and the same pioneering technology as the Nespresso Aguila 420 first launched in 2011, the Aguila 220 is designed to meet the needs of all premium large HORECA establishments, such as hotels, restaurants, cafés and bakeries, and offers an unmatched choice of one-touch gourmet recipes for extraordinary coffee quality and exceptional coffee moments.
INSPIRED BY NATURE, GALAXY S7 EDGE NOW AVAILABLE IN BLUE CORAL
Samsung Electronics Egypt, released its sixth color edition of the Galaxy S7 edge: Blue Coral. The new Blue Coral edition was inspired by nature and shimmers while also providing a sense of tranquility. In particular, Samsung applied a contrasting gold tone hue to the phone’s metallic frame. The resulting two-toned combination is calming while offering a hint of sophistication. “Samsung is always pushing the frontier of what’s possible and anticipating consumers’ needs. This new addition to the Galaxy edge family ensures that our valued customers have even more choice when it comes to smartphone design. Blue Coral enhances the overall look of the device and depicts a sense of calmness and serenity, offering a new perspective on smartphone colors and design. We are thrilled to bring it to the Egyptian market” said Seung-Ho Yun, President of Samsung Electronics Egypt.
CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEAR HIGHLIGHTS SEMIRAMIS INTERCONTINENTAL CAIRO 2016
Lebanese festivities at Sabaya ; Experience authentic Lebanese hospitality as Chef Bazarranges à la carte menus on Christmas Eve & Day at Sabaya. For a special New Year’s Eve don’t miss our festive Lebanese celebration as you share delightful mezzahs with friends & family & listen to oriental beats (LE 550 - all inclusive service charge and taxes) . Level 2. SABAYA AWARDED 2016 TRIPADVISOR CERTIFICATE OF EXCELLENCE. The sweetest season yet at Cafe Corniche Café Corniche is offering a scrumptious takeaway selection of Christmas goodies that includes Yule logs, chocolate Santas & gingerbread cookies. Kids can also take photos with Santa Clause on Christmas Day for some memorable Christmas moments. Lobby level. Seasonal sophistication at the Grill Serenaded by live Piano & Flute music all season long, come to The Grill’s fabulous ‘Noël sur le Nile’ gala dinner on Christmas Eve & relish in a five-course dinner (LE 650,- all inclusive service charge and taxes).
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here is a bad aura in the air these days that found its way to our hearts with the change in the weather and the current economical situation Egypt is witnessing, making an end to 2016, which might not be the best year ever, this month Lounge welcomes with you 2017 with tips on how to bring positivity to your day and see the brighter side of life.
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Meditate and connect with nature, being in office and with a roof over your head day and night might make you feel suffocated and under pressure all the time, during your day off try to give yourself a treat and have a break, put yourself out there and let the sun and air penetrate your body and soul (thank God sun beams are still for free).
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Enough competing; treating life as a race and that you have to always be the winner makes it very challenging for you and all those around you, I know it is very tempting to try and prove yourself better than those around you, but in the middle of the race you feel that you are too stressed to achieve the next goal instead of stopping for a second to enjoy what you already won.
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Listen to music, make a CD of uplifting melodies and if you can play it in your car on your way to work and shake your body a little (no penalty for dancing while driving yet), you will start your day with a smile on your face.
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Think positively, thinking of the negatives and what ifs will bring pressure to your soul and might
attract bad omen to your future, while positive thinking makes you see life with an aura of optimism.
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Play sports, it doesn’t have to be in a form of commitment, but just even if you walked for an hour especially in nature it will reflect on your mood positively. Say what you feel, don’t hide your emotions and don’t hold on to the negative feelings towards anyone. This might be a little difficult for most of us, but learn that all the hatred and negativity you have towards people affects you more than they affect these people, so try to let go and learn more on how to have tolerance towards people specially those who hurt you instead of wasting your time and efforts on useless revenge.
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Pamper yourself, heading to a massage even if once a month would have a magical effect on your body, soul and the glow of your skin, renewing the circulation of the blood helps you get rid of all the toxics and the stress out of the body to make you more energetic and feel good about yourself.