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Styles November - 2014 / Issue 40

Calling The Influence of British Fashion on the Fashion Industry

Hats

Off

Hot Headgear You Can Rock Into The Next Year

Quirky Clutches That Make A Statement

LET’S TALK

TIARAS

The Persian Crown Jewels

GET READY, SET,

MOISTURIZE!

STAY BEAUTIFUL AND HYDRATED ALL WINTER LONG

ARLÉSIENNE EAU DE TOILETTE

In her wake, this woman leaves a distinct trace of her presence. You can still hear the whisper of fabrics, still smell the lingering trail of a new fragrance.

Three floral notes, each one like a trait of her character, fuse together: the fiery temperament of saffron, the grace of rose, the mystery of violet.

The head notes bring bursts of colour and joie de vivre. Radiant and precious, the saffron flower in full bloom introduces its sensual, peppery and spicy notes.

Elegant and difficult to subdue, the Grasse rose at the heart of the scent is enhanced by a few sprigs of lily of the valley. While violet goes slightly astray, settling into enveloping, sensorial white wood.

FAMILY • floral DESIGNED FOR • women COLOURS • lively - radiant - vibrant KEY RAW MATERIALS rose from Grasse - violet from Provence

EAU DE TOILETTE held in a 2.5 Fl.OZ. pump bottle

HEAD NOTES • SAFFRON - mandarin orange HEART NOTES • ROSE - lily of the valley BASE NOTES • VIOLET - sandalwood - tonka bean The Avenues, 2nd Avenue 22597145 • The Gate mall 22056134 Al-Kout mall 22979032 • Al Fanar – Tanagra 25717893

ARLÉSIENNE

THE WOMAN OF ARLES

There is so much more to this woman from the South than the ties she shares with L’OCCITANE. Her very character, rooted in the ground, in the stonework of Arles, is what spurred the desire of L’OCCITANE and the creation of this fragrance – The Arlésienne is like no other. She arouses creativity signature of the perfumer in Provence. and inspires artists (Van Gogh, Picasso, Léo Lelée, Mistral, Bizet...). She is the silent, markedly absent heroine of a play by Daudet in three acts, in which she is constantly referred to, yet TO CONJURE UP THE FRAGRANCE never appears.

OF A L’OCCITANE WOMAN, WE TOOK THE UNIQUE NOTES OF THREE FLOWERS THAT REFLECT THE STORY OF THE ARLÉSIENNE – THIS MUSE FROM THE LANDS OF THE SOUTH WHO INSPIRES THE PERFUMER IN PROVENCE.

To satisfy all your desires, L’OCCITANE imagined a woman who has everything of the Arlésienne: beautiful, satiny, powdered skin; velvet-soft, perfumed hands; irresistible lips…

LIMITED EDITIONS

Shower Cream • 250ml / 8.4 fl.oz.

Beauty Milk • 250ml / 8.4 fl.oz.

Perfumed Soap • 50g / Net Wt 1.7oz.

Velvet Hand Cream • 30ml / Net Wt 1oz.

Body Oil • 75ml / 2.5 fl.oz.

Hair Mist • 50ml / 1.7 fl.oz.

Beautifying Powder • 9g / Net Wt 0.3oz.

Gorgeous Lips • 12ml / Net Wt 0.4oz.

Solid Perfume • 10g / Net Wt 0.3oz.

Perfumed Candle • 140g / Net Wt 4.9oz.

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London Calling The Influence of British Fashion on the Fashion Industry.

Cover Features 36

Read Between the Lines: This season clutches are making a big statement, literally! Grab one of these bags and let your accessories do the talking.

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Hats Off: The hottest headgear of the season that will take you into the next year without a single bad hair day in sight.

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Let’s Talk Tiaras: Discover the Persian crown jewels.

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Get Ready, Set, Moisturize!: Dry skin won’t stand a chance with our beauty tips to keep your skin soft and supple all winter long.

Highlights 82 Illustrations: Bling It On! by Abrar AlZankawi

112 Interview: Reinventing Style with La Plus Belle

133 Travel: Experience the UK and Ireland

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Inside St yles

Styles Your Wardrobe 30 Trendss 30 32 33 34 36 38 40

Trends We Love Gold Digger Silver Dollar Royally Red Read Between the Lines Hats Off Styling Tips by Yalda Golsharifi

42 Insider 42 High-Street London 44 Let’s Talk Tiaras 50 Chronicles of a Part-Time Styler

66 Trackers 66 68 69 70 73 74 76

Styles for You 28 Stylesperation: Words to live by 104 The Piece: Celine Gold Classic Box 114 The Beauty Report: Get Ready, Set, Moisturize!

132 Wanted by Styles: Burberry Prorsum 142 Happenings: IWC Schaffhausen 156 A Fashionista’s Guide: Where to get your favorite pieces

Alberta Ferretti Fall Winter 2014 Collection 160 Trendscopes: Your monthly style Wild Beauty by Alexander McQueen guide featuring Lipstick Queen Stellar Designs by Stella McCartney See by Chloe Fall Winter 2014 Collection United Nude Brand Story Mulberry Fall Winter 2014 Collection 46 Glam Cam: Tommy Hilfiger Victoria Beckham Fall Winter 2014 Fall Winter 2014 Collection Collection

Highlights

86 Twinkles

86 Charmed, a glimpse into the world of Pandora Jewelry 88 The Outnet Collaborates with Seven Iconic Jewelry Designers

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Glam Cam: English Rose, AlOstoura Winter Collection 2014

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Interview: Enti by Hannah Delaimi

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Omega Longines Jaeger-LeCoultre Hermes

94 Cover Story 94 Cover Story: London Calling, the Influence of British Fashion on the Fashion Indutry

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Cosmetics

106 Kiss n’ Make-Up 108 Just Breathe 110 Lipstick Queen 120 Yasmin Othman: Get to know the girl behind the perfect winged eyeliner

126 Health 126 You Say Tomato, We Say Secret Beauty Ingredient 128 Power of the Plus

130 Living in Style 130 Tanagra

138 Beyond Trends 138 Relationship Tips for Him and Her

Tommy Hilfiger Page 46

The Team

From us to you....

Long Live Fashion It’s officially cold. Finally, the time has arrived to bust out with the boots, hats and coats, because winter is now upon us. Speaking of hats, in our trends section we have a full selection of awesome headgear that will keep those flyways tamed and those bad hair days under wraps. With all the grey skies ahead, it’s the perfect time to add some shine to your outfit. Gold and silver metallics is the only thing you’ll need to liven up your wardrobe this winter.

We’ve been doing some beauty hunting this month we’ve came across some brand spanking new products. Get ready to fall head over heels for EX1, the new foundation brand that’s creating a storm across the YouTube make-up bloggers scene, and we’re already hooked. Next, is Lipstick Queen, the lipstick that will put major power to your pout. Worried that all the dry winter weather will strip your skin dry? Worry be gone, our Beauty Report will leave your skin supple and soft all season long.

London is calling. Yup, you guessed it! We make our final stop in London, the fashion capital where you’ll find cutting edge trends and unexpected twists in styles. In our cover story this month, get to know how British fashion influenced the fashion industry and read about your favorite British designers.

Ladies frost up your fab look and prepare to warm up your wardrobe with beautiful bits and pieces of this season’s must-haves.

Stay Fabulous xo

DKN Y

Editor’s Tip & Pick

Tired of your foundation looking cakey and not so natural? Here’s a tip for you! Apply foundation all over your face and then wipe your cheeks with tissue, this makes it easier for you to layer your blush naturally.

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Last Month’s Issue Illustrations

Hola! Just got back from a long vacation of lounging by the poolside at Hotel W in Barcelona? Or maybe you spent a few nights at Puerto Banus.

Whichever it was, you’re obviously wondering how can a place be both historic and fashionable at the same time.

Glam Cam

Last Month’s Trends

MIU MIU Embellished PU Mini Skirt [net-a-porter.com]

MCQ ALEXANDER MCQUEEN Bird Flock Cotton Sweatshirt [net-a-porter.com]

JEROME DREYFOUSS Florent Textured Leather and Python Backpack [net-a-porter.com]

MONIQUE LHUILLIER Noir Waffle Weave Belted Coat with Removable Collar [modaoperandi.com]

MICHAEL MICHAEL KORS Houdstooth Watch [Michael Michael Kors Boutique]

DSQUARED2 Crystal Encrusted Heel Detail Sandal [dsquared2.com

FENDI Leopard Print Calf Hair Pumps [net-a-porter.com]

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MORE from St yles

Value Retail Launches ‘Step into the Story’ at Bicester Village this Festive Season

Elie Saab Le Parfum, Eau De Parfum The importance of light for Elie Saab takes on its full meaning in the new limited Christmas edition of his Eau de Parfum, the Couturier presents a jewel of light with shimmers of enchanting gold; Elie Saab Le Parfum, Eau De Parfum – L’Edition Or. From the very first notes, the dazzling burst of Orange Blossom sets the tone. Magnified in the middle notes by sumptuous Royal and Sambac Jasmine Absolutes, the fragrance is sensually enhanced with a gentle hint of pure “heart of Patchouli”.

Victoria’s Secret Pink Opens its Freestanding Store Victoria’s Secret Pink is a spirited lifestyle brand dedicated to the independent and inspired collegeage woman. It opened its first freestanding full assortment store in Kuwait at 1st Avenue – The Avenues. The store will feature a wide assortment of the brand’s signature lingerie, the colorful and comfortable apparel it is known for including hoodies, tees and tanks, sweats, and yoga, as well as accessories and beauty products.

Bicester Village - located just an hour outside London - launched an unforgettable shopping experience. In time for the festive season, the Village underwent a magical transformation from a charming village-style setting to an enchanted winter wonderland.

At Bicester Village, every gift is a story worth telling. So this year, the Village invited guests to ‘Step into the Story’, inspiring friends of the Village to create personal gifting stories within a fairytale setting, featuring visually stunning, larger-than-life story books, mystical winter animals and seasonal food pop-ups. Press celebrated the launch of ‘Step into the Story’ with entertainment, food and a magical atmosphere.

Bicester Village hosts were on hand to assist with every festive shopping need, and distribute surprise gifts to lucky guests.

Drop Off You don’t have to wait for the next event to try Chef Adoola’s mean lasagna. Our favorite chef has a new concept for us and we couldn’t be happier! “Drop Off” is a unique way to experience her creations at home outside the catering venues. Using only the freshest of ingredients, you can try anything off Chef Adoola’s catering menu “dropped off” at your doorstep. Behind every collection is an inspiration, and that includes a collection of food choices or a menu. Adoola’s inspiration came from her travelling.

Her love for Asia and Asian cuisine has allowed her to be diverse with dishes and flavors. Have you ever sat on a table and was satisfied with just one choice available to you? Of course not, we here in our society to love variety whether it’s shoes or dishes.

The Drop Off concept allows you to be diverse and allow you as a hostess or someone who is just really hungry, to have a variety of choices and cuisine types.

There are two different portion sizes available: 1) Regular size (up to 6 guests) 2) Large size (up to 10 guests). Again, these portion sizes allow us to be flexible with choices whilst ordering.

Naturally Playful / Naturally Kenzo This year evian® and French fashion house Kenzo, partnered up to create a pure bottle, driven by a playful yet distinctly mysterious spirit.

Kenzo’s Creative Directors, Carol Lim and Humberto Leon have united with evian® to convey their graphic, intimate vision for a unique, one-ofa-kind bottle. The mysterious and strange œuvre of artist and director David Lynch influenced the Kenzo Fall-Winter 2014 collections for men and women and it is in this vein that the bottle’s motif features a broken floor pattern, toying with the idea of shifting the elements.

Offering a magnifying glass effect when full, the bottle’s purple fragmented pattern is penetrated by a sole lime zig-zag, giving the holder a distorted and skewed view of its ultra-pure contents.

Born in the purity of the Alps, dressed with a twisted spirit, the bottle embodies a naturally playful energy: a theme that unites the two brands.

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Fashion is not necessarily about labels. It’s not about brands. It’s about something else that comes from within you.

-Ralph Lauren

YOUR WARDROBE

Trends

Trends We Love

From the streets of London to the streets of Kuwait a few trends have spread this month that we simply can not get over.

From fur trimmed beauties to star-filled accessories. Now how about that union jack McQueen clutch? Mix and match different trends to fit your personal style.

ZOE KARSSEN Lips T-Shirt [thouqi.com]

Sealed with a Kiss

MARKUS LUPFER Jolly Wool Striped Lara Lip Jumper [thouqi.com]

XOXO this lip print is taking over!

Isn’t the Lulu Guinness coin purse just adorable? Or maybe go all out if you’re opting for a fun look and carry the clutch with huge red lip coin purse! Since sweater weather is back we think a Markus Lupfer lip jumper with a pair of leggings is the go-to outfit when you’re in a hurry.

LULU GUINNESS Red Coin Lip Purse [thouqi.com]

LULU GUINNESS Black Red Lip Clutch [thouqi.com]

Varsity Blues Could be his but could also be yours, snatched up from the latest Moschino fashion show. There are a number of ways to wear a bomber varsity jacket, either over simple leggings and a plain tee or over a body-fitted casual dress.

The perfect choice for casual chic outings.

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PAUL & JOE SISTER Varsity Jacket [thouqi.com]

MOSCHINO Varsity Bomber Jacket [farfetch.com]

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PAUL & JOE SISTER Embroidered Reversable Jacket [thouqi.com]

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Shoulder dresses and beautiful printed Tory Burch fur muffs both fur trimmed in style. Styling these items is easy but don’t go too overboard, let the attention be on the main attraction. We can’t wait show off in our MSGM faux fur trim dress with nude booties and an updo to complete the look.

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MSGM Faux Fur Panel Dress [farfetch.com]

TORY BURCH Printed Fur Muff in Tuscan Olive [Tory Burch Boutique].

MATTHEW WILLIAMSON One Shoulder Dress with Fur Trim [stylebop.com]

Union Jack What’s more British than the famous Union Jack? McQueen have been incorporating it into its collection for sometime now, hence the beautiful wood carved clutch. We also love the sequenced London bus jumper from Markus Lupfer.

MARKUS LUPFER London Wool Bus Sequins Jumper [thouqi.com]

THE KOOPLES British Flag Knit Pullover [stylebop.com]

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN Wood Carved Britania Motif Skull Clasp Box Clutch [Alexander McQueen Boutique]

Star-struck Whilst on the topic of prints, aren’t these star-struck clutches the cutest?

We especially love the Edie Parker acrylic box clutch. Wear with a simple evening gown or maybe an LBD for a night out. A more casual option would be the Stella McCartney clutch.

VALENTINO Metallic Gold Glitter Star Sandals [net-a-porter.com]

STELLA MCCARTNEY Cavandish Faux Leather Clutch [Stella McCartney Boutique]

MATTHEW WILLIAMSON Embroidered Star Clutch [Etoile ‘La Boutique]

EDIE PARKER Edie Star Glittered Acrylic Box Clutch [net-a-porter.com]

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Trends

YOUR WARDROBE

RIVER ISLAND Gold Lame Hair Bow [River Island Stores]

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LIME CRIME Gold Liquid Eyeliner

H&M Gold Sequined Top [H&M Stores]

MOSCHINO Shearling Lined Biker Jacket [matchesfashion.com]

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MSMG Pleated Lame Midi Skirt [net-a-porter.com]

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KENZO Knit Print Dress [stylebop.com]

NARS Nail Polish in Rich Gold

LINDA FARROW 261 Sunglasses [farfetch.com]

CHARLOTTE OLYMPIA Sophia Embellished Metallic Leather Sandals [net-a-porter.com]

Gold Digger

ANYA HINDMARCH Crisp Packet Metal Clutch [mytheresa.com]

SIMONE ROCHA Metallic Textured Leather Brogues [net-a-porter.com]

Now we ain’t sayin we’re gold diggers, but a bit of gold jewelry or fashion is just what our wardrobe needs this season. Our favorite piece is the H&M sequenced top, or it could be the Linda Farrow sunglasses, we can’t decide! But seriously, what about the Moschino biker jacket? We can feel the carats oozing out of the pages just by looking at it. For a quick update on your make-up look you can go for a streak of gold eyeliner or gold nail polish from Nars in Rich Gold.

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MARC BY MARC JACOBS Melts iPhone Case [Marc by Marc Jacobs Boutique]

MARC JACOBS BEAUTY Nail Enamel in Glinda Silver [Sephora Stores]

GIVENCHY Silver Mirrored Leather Rave Bag [Givenchy Boutique]

STILA COSMETICS Magnificent Metals Foil Finish Eye Shadow in Comex Platinum

RTA Metallic Silver Biker jacket [farfetch.com]

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MARY KATRANTZOU Lame Shirt Dress [stylebop.com]

H&M Silver Loafers [H&M Stores]

CEDRIC CHARLIE Pleated Crepe Lame Skirt [matchesfashion.com]

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HOUSE OF RONALD Pencil Cut Silver Trousers [wolfandbadger.com]

LULU GUINNESS Silver Mirror Perspex Lips Clutch [avenue32.com]

REED KRAKOFF Mirror-Leather Pumps [net-a-porter.com]

Silver Dollar

Cha-chinnnnnggggg… Jackpot! We just found the perfect color to go with all the black we have in our wardrobe. We all hate to admit it, but we love how black slims us down a few inches, but it’s a bit too much sometimes. Adding some silver in the mix will definitely rock your look. A pair of House of Ronald pencil cut silver trousers would look beautiful with a basic black top and killer high heels.

Don’t want to attract the eyes? Start small with just a pair of silver loafers that’ll transform your look.

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Trends

YOUR WARDROBE

Royally Red ab b a n a D olc e & G

DOLCE & GABBANA Brocade Dress [mytheresa.com]

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CA4LA Circular Hat [farfetch.com]

SAINT LAURENT Hodded Cape [Saint Laurent Boutique]

ALICE + OLIVIA Baroque Mini Skirt [Alice+Olivia Boutique]

LULU GUINNESS Lipstick Box Clutch [Etoile ‘La Boutique]

NICHOLAS KIRKWOOD Skimmer Studded Patent Leather Ballet Flats [theoutnet.com]

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TOUJOURI Tulip Strapless Gown [bysymphony.com]

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KENNETH JAY LANE Gold plated crystal earrings [theoutnet.com]

GIAMBATTISTA VALLI Silk Organza Macrame Dress [mytheresa.com]

GRETA CONSTANTINE Red Shift Dress [Etoile ‘La Boutique]

J MENDEL Paneled Lace Crepe Gown [net-a-porter.com]

CHLOE Drew Bag [Chloe Boutique] CASADEI Venice Pumps [farfetch.com]

A color that is a statement by itself is the color red. The beauty of this color is that different shades can work for different looks. Or if you just want a hint of color in your simple work attire, red will do you a favor. From Alice + Olivia baroque skirts to Casadei pumps, what’s not to love here? Getting ready for a huge event can be a nuisance at times especially when you’re out of options. But showing up in a beautiful Dolce & Gabbana brocade dress or a Giambattista Valli silk organza number will be a showstopper for sure.

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Trends

YOUR WARDROBE

Read Between the Lines

This new trend is totally amaze! Literally… Quirky clutches with statements is what we’re seeing all over the fashion industry from customized Edie Parkers to cute quotes on Finds + Mua Mua clutches. “Eat diamonds for breakfast and shine all day” don’t we all? We love the mix of colors on the Charlotte Olympia Girls clutch, so feminine and sassy! The trick with these clutches is to keep the overall look simple and let your bag do the talking.

FINDS + MUA MUA Embellished Quilted Leather Clutch [net-a-porter.com]

3.1 PHILLIP LIM Black Leather Totes Amaze Tote [ssense.com]

SOPHIA WEBSTER Money Talks Bubble Clutch [farfetch.com] KENZO Oversized Forever No? Clutch [Kenzo Boutique]

HOUSE OF HOLLAND The Bag of Tricks Calf Hair and Metallic Leather Clutch [net-a-porter.com]

EDIE PARKER Jean Clutch [farfetch.com]

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CHARLOTTE OLYMPIA Girls Clutch [farfetch.com]

RED VALENTINO Once Upon a Time Leather Clutch [net-a-porter.com]

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YOUR WARDROBE

Hats Off Hats are back on the runway and we couldn’t be happier. What can both cover up a bad hair day and also give you a style boost at the same time? From Dion Lee felt hats to beautiful shades of blue Miss Selfridge Fedora hats. You can wear it several ways; one cute casual look could be riding pants, boots, a loose top and a huge fedora hat with your locks falling down your back. If you have a few minutes to spare, curl the ends of your hair quickly and brush through for a grungy look.

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SAINT LAURENT Wide-Brim Rabbit-Felt Hat [net-a-porter.com] MISS SELFRIDGE Teal Felt Fedora Hat [Miss Selfridge Stores]

MOVE Destroyed Wool Felt Top Hat [luisaviaroma.com]

FILU HATS Courchevel Hat [farfetch.com]

ASOS Felt Fedora Hat with Elephant Trim Chain [asos.com]

MULBERRY Wool Fedora Hat [Mulberry Boutique]

MAISON MICHEL Andre Grosgrain Trimmed Rabbit Felt Fedora [net-a-porter.com]

TOPSHOP Felt Floppy Hat [Topshop Stores]

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YOUR WARDROBE

Trends

Styling tips by OSCAR DE LA RENTA Gold-Plated Necklace [net-a-porter.com]

MARK CROSS Scottie Small Studded Leather Shoulder Bag [net-a-porter.com]

GUCCI Aviator Style Acetate and Metal Sunglasses [net-a-porter.com]

AGNONA Goat Hair Trimmed Wool Blend Gilet [net-a-porter.com]

CLARINS Rouge Eclat in Chestnut Brown

SALONI Louisa Silk Dress [net-a-porter.com]

FINDS + MUA MUA Embellished Quilted Leather Clutch [net-a-porter.com]

GIANVITTO ROSSI Suede OverThe-Knee Boots [net-a-porter.com]

Stylish superwoman during the day

Whether you’re dropping your kids off to school and have a busy day ahead or you’re going to university and meeting your friends later for breakfast or lunch. If you’re headed to work or have meetings over coffee, whatever kind of busy lady you are, its always important to be comfortable when you have a hectic day. You don’t want to be running around in heels and a bodycon dress! So here’s a great way to look perfectly dressed for a busy day while looking stylish. The color of the dress is energetic, and pairing it with thigh-high boots gives it such a daring look, yet the length of the heel makes it appropriate for a long day!

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SALLY HANSEN Complete Salon Manicure in Bittersweet

Yalda Golsharif i ERICKSON BEAMON Stratosphere Ruthenium Plated, Swarovski Crystal nd Faux Pearl Hair Slides [net-a-porter.com]

SEPHORA Colorful Dentelle in Charcoal Grey [Sephora Stores]

KARL DONOGHUE Ombre Shearling Scarf [net-a-porter.com]

MARC JACOBS BEAUTY Kiss Pop [Sephora Stores] VICTORIA BECKHAM Silk and Wool Blend Turtlneck Dress [net-a-porter.com]

KOTUR Morley Swarovski Crystal Embellished Printed Satin Box Clutch [net-a-porter.com]

ALAIA Laser-Cut Glossed-Leather Waist Belt [net-a-porter.com] VALENTINO Fringed Textured-Leather Ankle Boots [net-a-porter.com]

FRED LEIGHTON Collection 18-Karat White Gold, Jade and Diamond Earrings [net-a-porter.com]

Fierce female at night

When it comes to date night, don’t be afraid to show your partner a side you’re not usually used to. Instead of dressing like your usual self, go a little out of your comfort zone. Men definitely love to see how you can transform your look for them. After all, it is about you two tonight, so show off your curves, wear a fitted dress and a hot waist belt like this Alaia one, yet stay young and playful with a cute hair piece. You can never ever go wrong with all black! A fur scarf adds a touch of glam to your look on your night out.

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Insider

YOUR WARDROBE

High-Street London High-street is a concept of the primary business street of a city. For example, in London we have Oxford Street where all the high-street stores and different department stores. When shopping anywhere you want to target an area where you can find everything you need. For example, if you’re looking for both highend and high-street finds you need to locate this area smartly. In London, it’s very easy because well hello, you have Topshop, River Island, Selfridges, Next, John Lewis etc. all on the same street! British high-street brands are known for being the best at bringing you the current trends at an affordable price. Let’s take a look at a few:

Dorothy Perkins: Feminine yet fashionable pieces

that comes in different sizes. No more size zero you guys! From fun pieces for girly outings to stylish work attire it’s all there.

COS: Fashionable pieces at runway quality is why

we love this store. From basics to work attire to accessories, each and every piece in this store can be styled in numerous ways.

Ted Baker:

Nowhere near traditional, Ted Baker is as close to designer as you can get. Best of quality beautiful quirky pieces that are produced in a specific amount. No replicas will be found of these beautiful pieces! Their shoes and accessories are definitely worth a look at too.

Monsoon:

Prints and quirky vintage inspired collections is what you will see at Monsoon. Their main inspiration is the Far East and India. They also love details and embellishments which we never say no to.

Topshop: Clothes, shoes, make-up, accessories you

name it! With 300 shops in Britain and 500 worldwide this brand is growing by the minute. With several collaborations, the most famous is the Kate Moss for Topshop collection, and models like Cara modelling for them, it’s not bound to stop growing anytime soon.

Miss Selfridge: The name says it all. The girl that

shops at Selfridges! Filled with London “It Girl” outfits this store offers you whatever is on trend and what’s hip on the runways.

Next:

Founded by Joseph Hepworth in Leeds, it specializes in clothing, footwear, and home products.

Next is a name you’ll spot anywhere you travel in the world!

River Island: Figure flaunting pieces and 90’s in-

spired is what this shop has to offer. Funky accessories and designer collaborations with celebrities such as our favorite Riri are also available at reasonable prices.

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On the other hand, we have the department stores where you can find anything from Warehouse to Chanel. Founded long ago some started off as linen stores and others developed so much publicity that there are franchises all over the world. For example, Harvey Nichols which we have one right here in Kuwait. Here are a few of our favorite ones in London:

• Selfridges & Co. • Harvey Nichols • Debenhams • John Lewis • House of Fraser • Harrods

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Let’s Talk Tiaras The Persian Crown Jewels

Noor-ol-Ain Crown Coronation Crown

The National Treasury of Iran has established the Treasury of National Jewels, which is home to some of the most beautiful jewels in the world, the Persian Crown Jewels. The Crown Jewels of Iran are by far the largest and most extravagant of any collection in the world. The jewels even act as a reserve in the national currency of Iran, Yasmin Tavakoli writes.

One of the most intricate and famous pieces is the globe created by order of Nasir Al Din Shah of the Qajar Dynasty. The globe is made of 35kg pure gold and more than 51,000 pieces of emerald, rubies, and diamonds, each representing the sea, land mass and specifically Iran, Britain, France, and parts of Asia.

Daryayeh-E-Noor which translates to sea of light is the sister diamond to the worlds largest uncut diamond called Kooh-ENoor which translates to mountain of light. Ahmed Beg stole these diamonds originally made for Nader Shah, upon his assassination in 1747. The larger of the two diamonds was taken to England and presented to Queen Victoria as a gift in 1850. Presently, it rests on one of the British Crowns and is kept in the Tower of London. The smaller of the two remains in Iran.

Coronation Necklace

One of the most historic moments of Persian history is the coronation of Pahlavi, which took place on the Nader Shah throne, set in 23k gold and studded with 26,700 rubies, emeralds, and diamonds. The Crown itself, which was inspired by the Sassassian Dynasty of Iran, is part of the Crown Jewels and has 3,380 diamonds, including a 60 carat yellow diamond center piece.

There are also 369 pearls, 5 emeralds, one of which totals 100 carats, and numerous sapphires.

The Coronation of Pahlavi

The Imperial Sword is one of the most precious of the jewels as it measure 103cm and has 3000 emeralds, rubies, diamonds just on the handle!

Farah Diba has been known to the world as one of the most elegant and graceful Queens of all time. Her collection of necklaces and royal jewels is befitting to the Empress and is so exquisite some have their own names. In 1959, as she married into the royal family, Farah wore the Noor-ol-Ain crown. The crown holds one of the largest pink diamonds in the world as a centerpiece measuring at 60 carats!

There are numerous Tiaras included in the collection. The Taj Kiani was the Crown of Fath Ali Shah and is one of the most beautiful. There are several tiaras as well that were used by Nader Shah Afshar at the base of his crowns as an extra embellishment.

One of the most exquisite pieces worn by him is the Nader Aigrette, composed of 781 carats of emerald, and diamonds. This dates back to 1688! The oldest daughter of the last Shah, Shahnaz, also had a beautiful tiara made of emerald and pink diamonds.

Princess Ashraf Pahlavi, Princess Fatemeh and Princess Shams also have tiaras displayed among the crown jewels. Some of these tiaras date back to the Qajar Dynasty and were favored among the princesses.

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Princess Ashraf Tiara

Princess Shahnaz Tiara Princess Fatimeh Tiara

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The Tommy Hilfiger Fall Winter 2014 Womenswear collection, The New England, embarks on a coast to coast voyage from the United States to the United Kingdom. The collection celebrates Tommy Hilfiger’s signature all-American aesthetic mixed with hints of quintessential English charm. Classic Brit statements – heritage prints, sartorial sophistication and Savile Row tailoring – are given a heavy dose of Americana spirit, fusing UK tradition with east coast prep for a result that embraces The “New” England in every sense.

Featured in this editorial is the first fashion group from the collection, Boston, where inspiration takes from sartorial, collegiate style. Traditional menswear patterns – houndstooth, chalk stripes and glen plaids – are reinterpreted with a feminine twist, from statement blazers to lightweight down jackets. AllAmerican shades of apple red, snow white and midnight blue are offset with modern pops of camel, gray and cabernet. The aesthetic is minimal chic, the silhouette is tailored, and fabrics feature texture-on-texture.

Credits: Stylist: Nouriah AlShatti Model: Yalda Golsharifi Photographer: Suzan Fetouhi Hair & Make-up: Kyu Care Center

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Yalda is wearing a plaid blouse, slim-fit wool blazer, grey slim-fit jeans, houndstooth print knee-socks, leather knee-high boots and leather cross body bag. All items are by Tommy Hilfiger.

Yalda is wearing a light down feather jacket, embroidered crest embellished blouse, printed slim-fit jeans, rain boots and flat cross body bag. All items are by Tommy Hilfiger.

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Yalda is wearing a houndstooth wrap sweater, sleeveless denim dress, houndstooth silk blouse, Leather H closure belt, a hobo slouch bag and suede pumps. All items are by Tommy Hilfiger.

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Chronicles of a Part-Time Styler

By Rawan Qabazard

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hat happens when you cross a punctual engineering student with a fashion obsessed editor who can never make decisions regarding her shoes before 12 p.m.? This happens: Oh god not the shoes again. Having pre-planned my outfit a couple of months in a advance was no help whatsoever. When my mom mentioned we were going to London again at the end of our summer vacation (oh what a surprise mom…)

I had an idea to enroll in a couple of summer courses at UAL:LCF a.k.a University of the Arts, London College of Fashion. The first class that caught my attention was “Media & Fashion Styling” and at the end if I passed the test I would become an official stylist! So that was the class I chose for that summer. Now back to my outfit, I ended up wearing black leather leggings from Joseph and a loose gray top from Max&Co, with a leather jacket also from Joseph and my beloved Isabel Marant wedge sneakers.

These can automatically pump up a casual outfit by giving you a few extra inches of height. When I looked at the clock I immediately panicked!

It was 7:45 a.m. and I had to be at Shepherds Bush by 8:45 a.m. and I don’t think “fashionably late” would be accepted even though it’s a fashion school. I ran out of the hotel room, got in the taxi and said “Good Morning, LCF Shepherds Bush please, I kind of need to be there by 8:45 a.m., can we also stop by a Starbucks on the way?” his face automatically went all red “oh god” I thought. “Get on the tube then I’m not a helicopter I’m just a taxi!” Sorry sir, but what is the tube…? “The SUBWAY” he screamed out. Ok, ok, I get it, someone needs to take a chill pill. I sorted my transportation issue and arrived at Shepherds Bush at 8:30 a.m. Oooh a Starbucks finally! Got my Skinny Vanilla Latte and was off to class.

As soon as I entered I was in shock, I thought a fashion school was supposed to be all colorful with models and couture everywhere. I guess not. Our professor (without mentioning names) was an amazing one that knows a lot about fashion and styling. However, with all due respect, this woman doesn’t know how to Nov 94 STYLES 50

about how we were going to set up the studio for the shoot and suddenly this tall skinny girl asks us “excuse me, where is class 104, is it on the 10th floor?” Umm… there are only 5 floors in this building but we neglected to mention that and lead her to the classroom.

How ditzy is this person? Well, it turns out she’s our model, go figure.

dress herself! She was in a grungy loose maxi skirt and a loose cardigan with an accessory that seemed like it was stolen from from her grandchild. Anyways, we started talking about storyboards and mood boards etc. Class was interesting lots of people from different places around the world. Argentina, Brazil, Mexico, oh wait that’s all South America. Anyways, as the hours passed I started daydreaming while she went on and on about her experiences but I suddenly heard the words “model”, “photographer”, “photo shoot”. Now that’s interesting! For our final project we were supposed to shoot three different looks for three different projects. An editorial shot for i-D Magazine, a cover for Glamour Magazine, and lastly an Ad for any brand we liked. We were sorted into groups I was placed with two girls, one Mexican, and one from Argentina and they both have a hard time speaking English. Oh my, how are we ever going to communicate…

The next few days were filled with planning and directing. Then came the day we were going to meet the model, hair and make-up artists, and our photographer who had worked for British Vogue. How excited were we? We went into class each of us with her latte talking

Now let’s start with the photo shoots. I thought it was all fun and a bit of hard work, it turns out that the models are whiny, the hair and make-up staff have attitude issues, and the photographer thinks she’s God. For the first shoot we needed her hair down and a bit messy, but the hair technician thought that a bouffant would look “classy” it’s i-D Magazine! Classy who? Next, was our cover shoot for Glamour? Cute and sassy was what we were aiming for. A “cute red lipstick” turned into a gothic dark lip that took ages to alter. Last but not least, was our Chanel pearl necklace and earrings set advertisement. We wanted a close-up shot of the model wearing the earrings and I got the idea of transforming the necklace into a headpiece like the ones Mira Duma always wears. All through the 3-hour shoot the model keeps complaining that the headpiece is hurting her head, the photographer isn’t pleased with the lighting, the make-up artist keeps running to the model and powdering her nose, and we were being timed and evaluated all at the same time! God help me, this was supposed to be a fun summer course not a stressful one. In the end, all went well and it was time for our evaluation and guess who got an A and a certificate to prove that… yours truly! I walked out of there happy and proud of myself for getting through this week and actually gaining some experience that will be of use to me in the coming years, but in the meantime… take me shopping please! Until next time… R xx PS: If you’re ever in London, don’t ever ask the taxi driver to stop at the nearest Starbucks on your way, they take it offensively.

Illustration designed by Abdullah Zouhairi

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English Rose

Chic and grand is what comes to mind this Fall Winter 2014 at AlOstoura. From majestic Mary Katrantzou dresses to regal Alexander McQueen pieces. At AlOstoura there’s everything to make you blossom into an imperial English rose this season.

Credits: Stylist: Nouriah AlShatti Model: Sundos Saras Photographer: Suzan Fetouhi Hair and Make-up: Kyu Care Center Location: AlOstoura Roof

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Sundos is wearing a red silk crepe cape by Duro Olowu, a cotton blouse with oversized cuffs and velvet trim by Alexander McQueen, black trousers with velvet trim by Alexander McQueen and velvet open-toe boots by Alexander McQueen. All items are available at AlOstoura AlThuraya Mall.

Sundos is wearing an embroidered long-sleeve gown by Mary Katrantzou, a leather orb clutch by Alexander McQueen, a gold-tone ‘Maximus’ necklace by Shourouk and hair fascinator by Pina. All items are available at AlOstoura AlThuraya Mall.

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Sundos is wearing a satin panel gown by Esme Vie, rose-gold snake-chain wrap bracelet

by Ca & Lou and rose-gold snake-chain choker by Ca & Lou. All items are available at AlOstoura AlThuraya Mall.

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Sundos is wearing a green lace dress by Ermanno Scervino, jewel embellished wool coat

by Ermanno Scervino, black and yellow ‘Beckett’ clutch by Stella McCartney, satin opentoe platform heels by Casadei, crystal gold-tone stack rings

by Nina Ricci and pearl and crystal necklace by Shourouk. All items are available at AlOstoura AlThuraya Mall.

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ounder of Enti Hannah Al-Delaimi, is a Kuwaiti/British designer and fashion blogger that has a passionate drive for fashion. Her love for structure, textures and textiles helped begin her journey to create Enti, Nouriah AlShatti writes.

When I first met Hannah, she had an aura about her. Her unique yet understated style was like a breath of fresh London air. She was wearing her signature Enti scarf top paired with denims, patent leather brogues and a wool fedora. Her personality, like her style, was so down to earth you can tell she was comfortable in her own skin.

She’s a true reflection of her own brand Enti.

Enti came into existence out of the idea of making women feel confident and comfortable in what they are wearing. Hannah explained, “Nowadays, women are very body conscious and sometimes have to deal with their weight constantly fluctuating. The issue of what to wear while getting ready to go out or attending an event can be a bit frustrating when you still want to look effortlessly glamorous, without drawing the wrong attention to your shapely physique.

After all, what is life if you can’t enjoy all its aspects?” That’s how she got inspired to create her own line. She wanted to create something that beautifully flows on the female figure, yet still looks chic for today’s woman who’s always on the go. “I wanted to create garments that hang and accentuate in all the right places. So I came up with Enti.” Hannah added.

Enti is versatile and functional with a modern fresh look. The brand includes pieces that are practical for everyday wear. Combined with unique designs, Enti pieces are crafted to flatter the female figure. Colorful yet refined, Enti is practical and comfortable yet suitable for all occasions. Women can dress up an Enti piece with killer heels, jewelry and a clutch and are ready for a fab dinner, or dressed down with flats and denim for running errands around town. You can even take Enti into an office environment and pull together a semi-formal look gracefully.

Enti understands the needs of the fashionable mother, the stylish daughter, the workaholic and the jetsetter. “In a modern day society, the majority of women are super women. What’s more, she does it all looking fabulous! The nicest feeling is to be able to get everything done without having to change outfits three times a day, with Enti every woman can have the feeling of twenty four hours just zipped by in a blink of an eye.” The Founder said.

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Hanna’s love for fashion has been flowing through her heart long before she started her brand Enti. She graduated from the UK with a Diploma in Art & Design followed by a BA in Interior Design. During her foundation year in Art & Design she gained the skills that allowed her to tap into her creative mind and produce a number of designs. One of which was showcased during the College fashion show. After graduating, she began her journey into the fashion industry as the first official Personal Shopper for Topshop Kuwait. During this period she was introduced to Alanoud AlBadr- Founder of Lady Fozazawhere she worked on styling the designer’s Fall/ Winter 2012 campaign. Although, she graduated with a Degree in Interior Design, her relationship with fashion grew to become somewhat of an obsession. “My love for design and creativity combined with fashion is what urged me. One of my favourite designers is Hussein Chalayan.

I see him as a legend. His focus on structure and individuality is what caught my eye.” said the designer. Her knowledge of interior design and experience in the fashion industry gave her the tools to start and grow her brand, “Interior design can be similar to fashion design in the sense that they both follow the same seasonal trends, and at the end of the day it’s all about inspiration and structure.” Hannah added.

Since the launch, Enti has been gaining tremendous attention and returning customers. As for the future of Enti, she explained that it will continue to serve its successful purpose. Hannah talked briefly about future projects of Enti which might include something for the guys “There are plans of starting a male collection, but I can’t say when yet, stay tuned and hope you like it.”

Credits: Photographer: Alexander Qabazard Make-up: Mona Delaimi

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WOW!! I can’t believe that some random, rough ideas have finally turned into my own #CaraD4DKNY collection!! Designs with my own name on them and in collaboration with the iconic DKNY brand. It is so wild to WOW!! I can’t believe thatthat some rough ideas have turned into my planning own realize it random, has been an entire yearfinally since we began this project together… goes to show that time does collection!! Designs myyou’re own name on them and collaboration the iconic fly with when having fun!!

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planning this project together… goes to show that time does fly when you’re having fun!!

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A Chic High Tea With mixing prints and textures, feathers and jewels, these are winter 2014’s must have statement pieces in your wardrobe. Mix and match, dress them up or down, sophisticated or edgy, a collection that has no limits. One word to describe each piece; perfection.

Credits: Model: Yalda Golsharifi Photographer: Suzan Fetouhi Hair and Make-up: Kyu Care Center Location: The Time

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Yalda is wearing a jeweled sweater by Max & Co., feathered skirt by DKNY and leather tote by Max Mara.

Yalda is wearing am embroidered silk gown by Max Mara. (Dress neckline has been modified to respect local customs.)

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Yalda is wearing a sweater and skirt by Kenzo, boots by Max & Co. and a fur clutch

by Jimmy Choo.

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Yalda is wearing a mustard dress

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Fall Winter 2014 Trends by Ben Matthews, Buying Manager The Buying Process

The buying process begins at fashion weeks where we visit showrooms, book appointments with designers and then place our orders. The runway shows, Instagram and street style play a huge part in our buy and we always consider the customer first and what women actually want to wear. For fall, we tend to consider outerwear, knitwear and boots, which this season had in abundance. Coats ranged from maxi, tailored, belted, blanket, quilted and robed. Chunky winter warmers were also key – there was a real focus on texture, thickness and comfortability, which our customers will love. When it comes to boots, the block heel and knee-high versions were our favourites.

Ben’s 5 Main Trends of Fall Winter 2014 Fairy Tale “I love all of the interweaving themes; from the fantastical and ethereal to the gothic villain in lace and sumptuous velvet. My favourite is Saint Laurent’s little red riding hood look.”

CRISTINAORTIZ 9-Karat Rose Gold Diamond Ring [net-a-porter.com]

J. CREW Cluster Faux Pearl Necklace [net-a-porter.com]

OSCAR DE LA RENTA Embellished Clutch [net-a-porter.com]

PERCOSSI PAPI Sun and Moon Gold Plated Multi Stone Earrings [net-a-porter.com] GUCCI Metallic Leopard Jacquared Gown [net-a-porter.com]

OLYMPIA LE-TAN The Happy Yes Embroidered Clutch [net-a-porter.com]

TEMPERLEY LONDON Embroidered Gown [net-a-porter.com]

ALBERTA FERRETTI Duchesse Gown [net-a-porter.com]

AURELIE BIDERMANN Gold-Plated Leaf Earrings [net-a-porter.com]

GIANVITO ROSSI Lace and Suede Pumps [net-a-porter.com]

NEEDLE & THREAD Crystal and Sequin Embellished Tulle Dress [net-a-porter.com]

Navajo “The runway was awash with Native American influences. It’s an evolution from last season’s global traveller look, with a Peruvian twist. Look to Isabel Marant and Emilio Pucci for the coolest intarsia knits to wear with western boots and lots of fringing.”

LANVIN Victoria Gold-Tone Swarovski Crystal and Resin Necklace [net-aporter.com]

VICKISARGE Artisan GoldPlated Swarovski Crystal and Feather Necklace [net-a-porter.com]

ISABEL MARANT Suede Ankle Boots [net-a-porter.com]

ISABEL MARANT Gold-Tone Crystal and Feather Necklace [net-a-porter.com]

ROBERTO CAVALLI Printed Silk Crepe de Chine Maxi Skirt [net-a-porter.com]

TAMARA MELLON Fringed Suede Cropped Top [net-a-porter.com]

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ETOILE ISABEL MARANT Shanon Jacquared Knit Wool Blend Poncho [net-a-porter.com] ELIZABETH AND JAMES Cynnie Sling Woven Cotton and Leather Backpack [net-a-porter.com]

AQUAZZURA Studded Fringed Leather and Elaphe Sandals [net-a-porter.com]

Sixties “The ‘60s scene was divided by the polished feel of Jean Shrimpton vs the rock n’ roll look of Edie Sedgwick. The mini is the must-have piece for the trend.”

JIMMY CHOO Gold-Tone Cage Clutch [net-a-porter.com]

SHOUROUK Luna Comet GoldPlated Swarovski Clip Earrings [net-a-porter.com]

CARVEN Wool-Crepe mini Dress [net-a-porter.com]

CHLOE Embellished SilkBlend Crepe Mini Dress [net-a-porter.com]

GUCCI Embellished Suede Pumps [net-a-porter.com]

MATTHEW WILLIAMSON Sequined Tulle and Silk Mini Dress [net-a-porter.com]

EMILIO PUCCI Stretch-Knit Jacquared Mini Dress [net-a-porter.com]

Seventies Folk “Embrace the ‘70s vintage folk spirit with flared denim, peasant blouses and a shearling aviator.

Suede is key for this story in this season’s new neutrals; chocolate, camel, tan and taupe.”

LE SPECS Wild Child Round Frame Metal Mirrored Sunglasses [net-a-porter.com]

VICTORIA BECKHAM DENIM Bell Bottom Jeans [net-a-porter.com]

ALESSANDRA RICH Printed Silk Scarf [net-a-porter.com]

MULBERRY Tessie Medium Textured Leather Shoulder Bag [net-a-porter.com MIH Denim Overall Dress [net-a-porter.com]

ATTO Paneled Crepe Dress [net-a-porter.com]

ETRO Paisley Print Silk Chiffon Blouse [net-a-porter.com]

COACH Dakotah ChainTrimmed Suede Shoulder Bag [net-a-porter.com] COACH Shearling Trim Leather Jacket [net-a-porter.com]

Pastels “The pastel trend is very refreshing for fall. We love the mint greens, pale blues, lilacs and greys - even though the palette looks like spring, every piece you could buy now and wear.”

PROENZA SCHOULER PS11Classic Leather Shoulder Bag [net-a-porter.com]

DELPOZO Pleated Twill Wide-Leg Pants [net-a-porter.com] SOPHIA WEBSTER Lacey Crystal Embellished Leather Sandals [net-a-porter.com] VIONNET Calf Hair-Trimmed Wool and AngoraBlend Blazer [net-a-porter.com]

all items are available at net-a-porter.com

CALVIN KLEIN COLLECTION Pleated Silk Dress [net-a-porter.com]

DOLCE & GABBANA Gold-Plated Swarovski Crystal Clip Earrings [net-a-porter.com]

TOD’S Loafers [net-a-porter.com]

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Alberta Ferretti Fall/Winter 2014 Collection

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Into the wilderness is where Alberta Ferretti takes us this fall. The collection was inspired by an animated forest which is evident throughout the pieces. A dark color palette of earthy tones of moss green and copper sets the tone that’s both elegant and eerie.

Feathers, tree bark textures and embroideries travel through the collection bringing to life this magical enchanted forest.

Alberta Ferretti is located at Thuraya Mall

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Wild Beauty With untamed fierceness as the inspiration, Alexander McQueen’s new collection stays true to the brand’s ethereal and grand style. Intricately embroidered outfits and voluminous outerwear were the highlights of the collection.

High necks and feathered embellishments added to the mystery and fantasy-like aspect of the clothing.

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The Alexander McQueen boutique is located at Thuraya Mall.

Stellar Designs As usual, Stella McCartney has managed to balance the fine line between trendy and elegance. Her Fall Winter 2014 collection blends between the classic with the modern. While many of the silhouettes were decidedly classic, they were streamlined to fit contemporary styles.

Silken corded dresses, shibori tie-and-dye techniques, and digital prints stood out from the collection. The designer also introduced new shapes to her range of arm candy, which had all the makings of an ‘It’ bag.

The Stella McCartney boutique is located at Thuraya Mall.

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This season, See By Chloé’s new collection is pretty and preppy.

Feminine pleats, cute prints, and minimal silhouettes made up most of the line. Sporty tops, shift dresses, matching separates, and elegant skirts make the collection versatile and fashion forward.

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The See By Chloé boutique is located at The Avenues Mall.

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Coccinelle

The renowned Italian bag label was founded in 1978 in Parma. Coccinelle offers a wide range of handbags, purses and fashion accessories for stylish women with four collections in a year. The brand focuses on experience, precision, attention to detail, quality, and simplicity to create its elegant designs. Every piece is handcrafted and produced with the highest quality of materials, with a keen eye on the latest trends. Today, the brand has over 50 boutiques, and also maintains a presence in luxury stores across the world.

Coccinelle is available at Limelight boutiques located in The Avenues Mall, Arraya Mall, and Zahra Complex.

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United Nude

United Nude was founded by famed Dutch architect Rem Koolhaas and seventh generation English shoemaker Galahad Clark, of Clark’s heritage.

In 2003, the duo launched their first shoe – the Mobius – and the rest as they say, is history. Koolhaas was inspired to create an architectural tribute to a woman’s foot aided by a broken heart. This single romantic gesture was responsible for the conception of the brand as we know it today. The brand’s signature style is of course inspired by architecture, and its uniquely creative designs set it apart from other designer shoe brands. The brand has cleverly positioned itself at the intersection of design and function, and has pioneered a new era in architectural footwear.

United Nude is available at Limelight boutiques located in The Avenues Mall, Arraya Mall, and The Gate Mall.

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Fall Winter 2014 Collection ‘A Breath of Fresh Air…’ Mulberry returned to its roots in the British countryside with a blast of fresh air to invigorate the brand’s new and very British Fall Winter 2014 collection with a campaign shot by Tim Walker and starring Cara Delevingne.

Mulberry has designed a beautifully classic and very elegant collection for Autumn Winter 2014 with argyle and arran-inspired knitwear and iconic Houndstooth and check, all influenced by traditional British tailoring, textures and prints. Even the footwear references two key British styles – the all-purpose Rain Boot, beloved by country-dwellers and city-commuters alike, and the quintessential lace-up brogue.

Fall Winter 2014 bags were inspired by the brand’s interpretation of how to make everyday life feel more beautiful, and how to make beautiful things practical. The new Tessie embodies the mood of simple, unfussy elegance and the Bayswater Buckle evokes memories of Mulberry bags past, as if resurrected from the archives. The Cara Delevingne Collection, infused with Cara’s own cool style, was designed to fit in with whatever the day brings, whether that day is spent in town or country. In fact, Cara and her eponymous bag look as completely at home in a countryside campaign as they did at the London launch at Claridge’s.

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Mulberry is located at The Avenues Mall

Introducing a new Hobo, Satchel, Tote and Clutch, the Tessie collection from Mulberry takes beloved and iconic styles for a new bag family inspired by the brand’s heritage. The new Tessie collection evokes the spirit of classic and practical styles, each finished with signature belt buckle and strap detailing and understated Mulberry tree logo hardware crafted in supple leather that will age beautifully.

Mulberry Loves Wilderness Mulberry hosted an exclusive English picnic at Wilderness festival in Oxfordshire to celebrate the UK launch of the new Mulberry Cara Delevingne Collection.

The picnic’s host Cara Delevingne carried her new Cara Delevingne Bag in Oxblood Natural Leather and wore the Lesley Blouse in Ivory with the Richmond Trousers in Wicker Print and the High Top Sneakers in Ivory from the Mulberry Spring Summer 2015 collection.

Guests were photographed in front of the ‘Cara-van’ – a vintage Land Rover filled with Mulberry goodie bags containing mini festival essentials and the Mulberry Cara Delevingne Collection newspaper for guests to take home.

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Athletic PerformanceWear

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Wang’s debut performance wear pieces include quick-dry black running tops and perforated laser-cut shorts, each bonded and branded with Alexander Wang in silver mesh. Seamless performance T-shirts, tank tops and crop tops are knitted in a pointelle pattern with a hidden tongue-in-cheek message that becomes visible when worn. Sports bras also feature the Alexander Wang logo on the back or on the wide bands of elastic, while compression crop tops, tights, dresses and bra tops play with logos of different scales.

Performance details are used to create fashion pieces, such as the scuba dress with interwoven layers and a cut-out at the waist with mixed fabrics, or the paneled leggings that create a dynamic patchwork from a technical hounds tooth jacquard and stretch silver reflective. Alexander Wang’s signature experimentation with fabric innovation is seen throughout the collection, especially with the black foaminjected crocodile-patterned sweatshirt, and the scuba sweatshirt embossed with Alexander Wang branding in black and grey mélange. Wang’s understanding of the urban uniform is found in black scuba motorbike sweats and black leather track pants with tear-away press-studs down the sides.

Sport, Performance and Style The Women’s Collection Alexander Wang X H&M for women captures the speed of the city, mixing sports and performance for everyday life.

Technical details and fabrics are used for both function and fashion, including Wang’s first ever versatile performance wear wardrobe. The women’s collection includes 38 exclusively designed garments, as well as accessories and a playful take on everyday objects. The result is a collection to be worn on the street and at the gym, the way women live their lives today.

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Outerwear Technical outerwear offers utilitarian protection, such as a black seamless welded water-repellent parka with a molded hood curved like a baseball cap. A grey jacquard scuba coat is a winter essential, while black motorcycle jackets come both oversized in scuba wool and as a quilted leather puffer.

Accessories Long scuba gloves, stamped with a reflective logo, jacquard beanies and compression socks with graphic logo treatment complete the outerwear look.

Shoes include a high heel of folded down rubberized leather with a scuba sock, a box heel leather boot, or a high-top scuba sneaker. A leather backpack comes with a hidden branded rain cover in reflective silver and a padded drawstring satchel in rubberized leather.

Objects To represent the scale of the Alexander Wang lifestyle and inject a sense of humor, the collection also includes a range of objects, including a yoga mat, a water bottle, towels, sunglasses with an oversized head strap and swim goggles. There are both actual size boxing gloves and those as a mini key ring, a whistle on a two-finger ring, and for the victor, a magnetized Alexander Wang trophy cup.

Collection is available at The Avenues Mall - Grand Avenue

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Jimmy Choo Kuwait invites you to design your own Choo Do you happen to be a huge Jimmy Choo fan? Ever dreamt of becoming a shoe designer? Well here’s your chance! Al Yasra Fashion has announced that the “Jimmy Choo Made-to-Order” service is coming to town. It’s going to be at their Avenues store between December 15th to 19th. You will be offered a variety of signature styles that you can adjust to fit your personality. You can change the colors, textures, and finishing to your personal style preferences.

With the Made-to-Order offering, dream shoes become design reality with the stunning range of material and color options to choose from. Our picks aren’t limited at all! We can choose from suede, satin, leather, glitter, exotic snakeskin, and also crocodile! You can also add your initials on the soles of the shoes. So, when did sole become more important than the shoe itself you might ask? Well, it is!

Made-to-Order Jimmy Choo has been introduced worldwide earlier this year; it is an amazing service that would allow us shoe fanatics to customize something that we think our wardrobe is missing. Also, Al Yasra’s Fashion Head of Marketing Adel Al-Ansari has suggested that it would be an amazing opportunity for brides planning their wedding shoe wardrobe to try out the service as they can custom make their wedding shoes according to what they actually need. Only the best Jimmy Choo craftsman will be at your service and only the most luxurious and highest of quality materials will be used.

The tradition of made-to-order shoes can be traced back to the roots of the brand and has continued quietly throughout the company’s evolution as it has grown from a small London atelier to a global luxury fashion brand. Occasionally, by special request, a client would order a special fabrication, an exotic material or unique color for a special event, most notably on the red carpet, where Jimmy Choo Made-to-Order shoes continue to have a steady presence.

Jimmy Choo Creative Director, Sandra Choi said: “Throughout the years at Jimmy Choo, we set out to maintain the same level of personalized service and attention to detail as when we were crafting shoes one pair at a time, for one client at a time. Bringing this Made-to-Order service directly to our customers in our stores allows us to faithfully preserve our heritage of personalization, and allow every woman to have a unique pair of Jimmy Choo shoes.”

Representing the House signature style, Creative Director Sandra Choi has selected her favorite Jimmy Choo silhouettes for inclusion in the Made-toOrder program. These shoes are the time-honored iconic designs, continually adored by clients worldwide and perfectly suited for customization and include some of our personal favorites which are the Anouk, Lance, Xenia and Tite in varying heel heights.

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Jimmy Choo is available at The Avenues Mall & 360 Mall

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Bling It On!

Illustrations by Abrar AlZankawi @notsiz

SWAROVSKI Babylon Necklace [Swarovski Boutiques]

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ANTON HEUNIS Crystal Gold-Tone Earrings [Etoile La Boutique]

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FEDERICA MORETTI Velvet Bow Headband [Etoile La Boutique]

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SWAROVSKI Belle Geometric Pierced Earrings [Swarovski Boutique]

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“The exclusive collection features some of our signature styles in unexpected color combinations.

Whether they are worn with jeans and a T-shirt or a great dress, the pieces add just the right amount of glamour to any outfit.”

Stephanie Owen, Designer, Elizabeth Cole

ELIZABETH COLE Gunmetal-Tone, Amethyst and Swarovski Crystal Earrings

ELIZABETH COLE Stephanie Gold-Plated Amethyst and Crystal Necklace

ELIZABETH COLE Gold-Plated Swarovski Crystal Bracelet

ELIZABETH COLE Mohawk Gunmetal-Tone Swarovski crystal Earring

The Outnet Unveils an Exclusive Collaboration with Seven Iconic Jewelry designers as Part of its Holiday Collection The Outnet is pleased to announce the launch of its holiday shop. With something for everyone, from party dresses and cashmere to small leather goods, The Outnet is the perfect one-stop shop for gifts for everyone – including yourself!

As part of its holiday offering and for the very first time, The Outnet unveils an exclusive jewelry collection of pieces by seven of today’s most celebrated designers: Dannijo, Noir Jewelry, Kenneth Jay Lane, Vickisarge, Elizabeth Cole, Lulu Frost and Monica Vinader. The limited-edition jewelry collection will feature pieces developed exclusively for The Outnet as well as classic styles reworked with a twist. Highlights include an iconic teardrop earring in a new, vibrant berry hue by legendary jewelry designer Kenneth Jay Lane, a statement chain mail bib necklace by contemporary jewelry designers Dannijo, and playful animal rings by eclectic label Noir Jewelry.

DANNIJO Oliana Silver-Tone Stone Necklace

DANNIJO Everly Earrings

DANNIJO Caya oxidized SilverPlated Earrings NOIR JEWELRY Gunmetal-Tone Crystal Earrings NOIR JEWELRY Set of Three Gunmetal-Plated and Gold-Plated Rings

NOIR JEWELRY Gold-Plated Crystal Necklace

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“We’re thrilled to be collaborating with The Outnet for this exclusive holiday collection. For this line I wanted to design pieces that were glamorous but also easy to wear. The holidays are such a busy time and I often find myself heading straight from the office to an evening event – these styles make for an easy dayto-night look. Throw your hair up with a pair of Art Deco-inspired crystal drop studs after hours or take one of the statement necklaces from a button-up collared shirt to a plunging neckline to feel effortlessly beautiful.”

Lisa Salzer, Founder, Lulu Frost

LULU FROST Deco Gold-Tone, Silver-Tone, Stone and Swarovski Crystal Necklace

“Everyone loves the holiday season and I think the collection we’ve done for The Outnet really evokes the excitement and glamour of the holidays.”

Kenneth Jay Lane, Founder, Kenneth Jay Lane

KENNETH JAY LANE Pearl Necklace

LULU FROST Empire Gold-Tone, Silver-Tone and Swarovski Crystal Necklace

KENNETH JAY LANE Gunmetal Plated Ring

“We’re delighted to have created an exclusive collection for The Outnet.

Whether you’re escaping to the sun for winter or attending party after party, this holiday edit is all about instantly wearable, fail-safe pieces that will add a unique pop of color to your little black dress.”

Monica Vinader, Founder, Monica Vinader

MONICA VINADER Siren Ring Moonstone

MONICA VINADER Atlantis Gem Mini Stacking Ring Lapis

VICKSARGE Gold-Plated Crystal Necklace

VICKISARGE Hematite-Plated Crystal Earrings

KENNETH JAY LANE Crystal Brooch

“Our customers love the jewelry currently available on The Outnet and we wanted to ensure they have something extra special this holiday season, so we asked seven of our top fashion jewelry brands to create exclusive pieces for us.

We’re especially pleased that the collection includes designer Vicki Sarge, as this marks her debut at The Outnet.”

Shira Suveyke, Vice President of Global Buying, The Outnet

VICKISARGE Gold Plated Crystal Two Finger Ring VICKISARGE Gold-Plated Crystal Brooch

all items are available at theoutnet.com

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IWC Schaffhausen The Portofino Collection

The Portofino Collection from IWC Schaffhausen has been an expression of understatement and good taste for 30 years. The new Midsize collection now makes the Portofino line from IWC Schaffhausen attractive to watch lovers who prefer a slightly smaller timepiece. With the Portofino Midsize Automatic Moon Phase and the Portofino Midsize Automatic Day and Night, two radiant 37-millimetre beauties available in seven different versions designed to reflect the timeless elegance of the Italian coastal resort join the Swiss company’s watch family. The flagship of the new Midsize collection is the Portofino Midsize Automatic Moon Phase in white gold .The dial; bezel and horns are decorated with a total of 174 pure white diamonds. The jet-black dial has several meticulously applied coats of lacquer and is the perfect backdrop to truly bring out the sparkle of the pre¬cious stones. For the first time ever, the designers have depicted the entire moon phase display as a star-studded night sky, with the moon and stars appearing to float in infinite space. For the dials of the red-gold and stainless-steel versions of the Portofino Midsize Automatic Moon Phase, flawless, gently shimmering motherof-pearl in white and black.

Omega De Ville Prestige “Butterfly” The new Omega De Ville Prestige “Butterfly” is inspired by the beauty found in nature and is an enchanting addition to the Prestige collection. The exquisite butterfly motif on the dial is inspired by Chinese popular culture, which associates the delicate being with love and longevity. The watches in the De Ville Prestige “Butterfly” collection are distinguished by elegant and understated design. These are timeless classics destined to be cherished by the women who wear them.

The De Ville Prestige “Butterfly” is available with three dials with exquisite detailing. A selection of models is presented with a mother-of-pearl dial with a diamond-paved butterfly between 7 and 8 o’clock. Other timepieces in this collection are decorated with transferred butterflies with a matt outline against a mother-of-pearl background while a third design found only on the models powered by a quartz calibre - makes use of a silvery or champagne dial whose unique butterfly pattern is achieved using ramolayage, a mechanical guillochage technique that creates a circular brushed finish. All three dial designs are complemented with eight or nine diamond indexes.

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Piaget

Extremely Piaget: Dreams in color, woven in gold Out of its legendary period, color-especially when combined with gold-evolved as a design touchstone at Piaget. Pushing the boundaries of jewelry craftsmanship and watchmaking, Piaget introduced new colors and style, and more importantly, perfected the ultra-thin movement, which enabled the use of hard stone dials on watches without compromising the slimness of the cases.

Now, the turquoise, opal, heart of ruby, onyx and lapis lazuli of it High Jewelry creations also graced the dials of exquisite Piaget watches. And gold, a House signature, lent a distinctive shimmer to the precious and hard stones across Piaget collections.

Using Techniques similar to those used in Haute Couture, Piaget forges gold into shimmering chain mail or iridescent mesh, showcasing its unique goldsmithing know-how. Several machette watches presented in this collection feature hammered gold techniques that give the metal a very powerful presence. Certain High Jewelry models were created using a base of gold worked to the chain mail technique, which gives the metal look of a precious, sparkling fabric. “Piaget time… measured in gold!” This advertising slogan from the late 1970s is as current today as ever.

Longines

Conquest Classic If there is one thing that can make a bride’ special day even more memorable, it is the perfect gift. Sophisticated and refined, the Conquest Classic watches are the most apt and graceful adornments for the wrist of the bride. The Conquest Classic line boasts of the brand’s values of elegance, tradition and performance with all models from this collection being fitted with self-winding calibers, thus making it totally contemporary and perfectly timeless at the same time.

Conquest Classic is available in three sizes. The ladies’ models have a diameter of 29.50 mm and show the hours, minutes and seconds as well as the date; they are available in steel, rose gold or in a combination of steel and rose gold. The black or silvered dial has applied 12, 6 and 9 numerals, lending this model a truly sporty look. The various versions are also available with a diameter of 40.00 mm with an extra touch of elegance being added owing to the mother-of-pearl dial set with 12 diamonds. In some models the bezel is also set with 30 diamonds and these models are fitted on black alligator straps or steel or steel and rose gold bracelets, each to match the dial. All straps and bracelets have a folding safety clasp.

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Women Heure Décentrée Seconde Retrograde A true anthem to femininity, this new creation is lit up with the fire of 152 diamonds. Its 36.8 mm- diameter red gold case is exalted by 108 diamonds totaling one carat. This original gem setting composed of two interwoven rows of diamonds in various sizes echoes the emblematic double-stepped case design of the brand, while the diamond adorning the crown lends the ultimate touch of refinement.The white mother-of-pearl dial sprinkled with facetted diamonds features an off-centered hours and minutes sub-dial at 12 o’clock graced with 4 Arabic numerals and drop-shaped cut-out hands, while the Blancpain signature at 6 o’clock delicately highlights the retrograde 30-second indication. A wave set with subtly graded diamonds undulates on either side to ensure a perfect balance.

Jaeger-LeCoultre

Rendez-Vous Ivy Minute Repeater The Rendez-Vous Ivy Minute Repeater, the first minute repeater watch in a feminine Jaeger-LeCoultre collection. Equipped with a silent regulator to reduce any peripheral sound disturbance of the mechanism, the Rendez-Vous Ivy Minute Repeater watch is fitted with two patented trebuchet hammers which strike two crystal gongs connected to the sapphire crystal harder and just once, producing a loudspeaker effect. The Minute Repeater is operated by a single pushbutton replacing the traditional repeater slide system and equipped with a security system which ensures that even if the pushbutton is pressed again while the minute repeater is already in action, the mechanism does not start working again – thereby preventing any damage to the movement. On the white gold dial – designed with a sunburst guilloché motif – the master enameller delicately uses a brush to apply pigments in the form of metal oxides. Several firings in an oven at extreme temperatures are required in order to reveal the delicate blue that perfectly reproduces the night sky above the Vallée de Joux, bathed in moonlight. The master gem setter adorns the ivy leaves with a snow setting – a technique invented by the Grande Maison. Different size diamonds are placed one after another, side by side, completely covering the gold surface. Thus huddled together next to each other as if under a freezing north wind, the gems stud the delicate plant motif with their luminous imprint. Two rows of diamonds on the bezel and push piece echo this precious jewelry craftsmanship.

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Medor Rose Gold First created in 1993, the Médor watch originated from one of the first objects produced by Hermès alongside the harness: the dog collar.

For while a dog is a man’s best friend, it has also always – just like horses – been a source of inspiration for the venerable House. From there it was but a short step from the waists of elegant women to their wrists, which Médor thus adorned in the form of a bracelet. Since one creative idea often leads to another, the leather strap with its iconic “Clous de Paris” pyramid-shaped studs was then transformed into a ‘secret’ watch.The ingenious and slightly mischievous Médor watch has fun with the passing of time by alternately concealing it under a domed cover or discreetly revealing it. This inspired creation comes in several colorful versions. Available in two sizes and graced with gold or steel pyramid studs, the Médor watch may be gem-set along its edges or entirely paved with diamonds, further underscoring the precious nature of this jealously safeguarded time.

Givenchy

Seventeen Watch by Riccardo Tisci Riccardo Tisci presents Givenchy Seventeen: the first in an upcoming series of new Givenchy watches. Each style in the timepiece collection is named after a prime number. Mysterious yet powerful, prime numbers reflect the aesthetic of the Givenchy world. Available in six colour combinations of various cases and dials including black, anthracite, red, green, steel and gold, the Givenchy Seventeen is exclusively available at Paris Gallery and Watch Gallery stores in the UAE. The first watch to be introduced refers to Riccardo Tisci’s lucky number. Givenchy Seventeen shows bold architectural lines with strong graphic elements. But its sophisticated details and soft structure make it a unisex watch playing with the masculine and the feminine. The duality of soft and hard elements and the contrast of a curved edge create a dynamic balance and a unique design.

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The Influence of British Fashion on the Fashion Industry When working and reading about fashion and what’s trending we come across a term that we think we know the meaning of but we actually don’t. A simple term such as Fashion Capital can mean a lot of things. The definition of the term is “A fashion capital is a city which has a major influence on international fashion trends and in which the design, production and retailing of fashion products- plus events such as fashion weeks, awards and trade fairs- generate significant economic output.” We’ve already come across three other major capitals, which are Milan, New York, and Paris. It’s time to dig deep into British fashion. London, here we come.

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In the late 16th century, the influence Britain had on fashion was extreme. Starting with the English Royal Court. It chilled for a bit while Spain was shining under the spotlight until the 19th Century when Queen Victoria ascended the throne. Having a young stylish queen has its perks you see!

Speaking of royalty, what’s with the “Kate Middleton” effect? And yes that’s an actual term used! The Duchess of Cambridge has been influencing fashion since the day her engagement was announced. From jeans to Jenny Packham dresses, everything she wears seems to have a waiting list after her appearance in it. According to statistics, the Duchess and her “effect” on fashion is worth approximately 1 billion pounds to the UK fashion industry! You know there’s an app you can download called “Kate’s Style List”, yup this is legit.

British Fashion Council is a non-profit organization for promoting British fashion worldwide. The chairperson for this organization is Natalie Massenet; their job is to organize London Fashion Week and also the British Fashion Awards. London Fashion Week starts right after New York, before Milan and Paris. Press, editors, and special guests travel across the Atlantic to see these shows having high expectations. It’s up to the British folks to wow the crowd!

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Speaking of Natalie Massenet, how can we not mention her? This name has been heard several times and is quickly associated with the websites Net-A-Porter, Mr Porter, The Outnet, and the most recent net-a-sporter. Nat is an American entrepreneur whose dad was a journalist and then later on became a film publicist, and her mom was a British model for Chanel. Massenet founded net-a-porter at first in London in the year 2000, the concept she was aiming for was a shopping website that was in a magazine format.

Easy access for us right? The company was a huge success, as you can see yourself, open any girl’s closet and you’ll find the black boxes stacked! She later sold the company for 50 million pounds to a Swiss luxury goods company but she still has shares and remained involved.

A fashion capital isn’t just made of high-end and highstreet designers. It’s what’s going on behind the scenes too.

Britain is known for its different styles for different parts of the city. For example, you have the Chelsea girl, London girl, Notting Hill girl, Camden girl etc. Each part of the city has a distinct atmosphere and vibe, which is reflected in its inhabitant style. London is a melting pot of all these different styles and it’s absolutely delightful.

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Review of the latest Fall Winter 2014 collections: Sophia Webster Fluffy mules and bejeweled clogs are what Sophia had for us this season.

Velvet twinkling sandals that are just beautiful to look at and wear! And what about those phone cases? Just simply glittery!

Vivienne Westwood Definitely inspired by the V&A costumes she had up there; her fall collection was one of our favorites. Westwood turned history into fashion statements with tailcoats and fullskirted tulle.

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Giles From baroque gowns to lugsoled men shoes. We loved the color blocking and the sudden appearance of oversized knits and bird embroidery. After this show we saw a lot of high street stores getting “inspired” by the trends shown.

House of Holland When designer Henry Holland mentioned that he had designed an LBD for the first time, we expected a sort of classic approach to this collection. Forget classic, the opening was a coat trimmed with fur, metallic lime pants and a T-shirt with “Riche Bish” on it! Classic who?

J W Anderson Shapes, silhouettes, and random proportions is what Jonathon Anderson likes to show. Rather than emphasizing the female body, the collection is more about the geometry of the clothes. Sculpted sleeves and built in bustiers seemed to be in and we’re hoping it’ll compliment the wearer.

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Peter Pilotto Prints, prints and more prints! That’s what this brand represents. Coordination is also big when it comes to readyto-wear collections such as tops and skirts with embellishments.

Burberry Prorsum Suddenly everything on the runway looks very bohemian and art-inspired.

We love the artsy and relaxed feel that is shown through the clothes and atmosphere. Enough with structure, this winter we’re on “chillax” mode even with fashion.

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Issa

Here we see more modern and sophisticated rather than chaotic and funky. Designer Farrier had paid attention to the types of fabric as well as the silhouette and that’s what we love. From knitwear to statementshoulders and kimono sleeves we love Issa this season!

Preen Frothy print dresses and fur hoods are making a comeback with lame shirt dresses too. We loved the knit skirts and can’t wait to style them this coming winter.

Temperley London Flouncy skirts and blanket-size scarves draped around the models as if it is a cold winter day.

We see a lot of Byzantine mosaic patterns which we love because we really do need a bit of color for winter.

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Mary Katranzou Shying away from digital prints for now, Katranzou’s collection was more of signs, symbols, and symmetry this season. We loved how some of the pieces were sweeping behind the models, there was something holy about it.

Matthew Williamson

Retiring his boho-inspired style, Williamson wanted something that working women can see themselves wearing. First came the baby blue coat, then a black and white suit, followed by glitter, crystals and prints. We loved how both themes flowed together.

Osman This Moroccan inspired theme was over the top and we loved it. From ornamented tile-pattern brocade to jacquard sweaters, and a few asymmetrical skirts and well-cut pieces too.

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Erdem

The choices of fabric and attention to detail was spectacular, although we didn’t quite love the whole collection.

This specific show got a lot of bad reviews but overall we believe that fashion is what you make it to be, you can grab any piece and style it any way you want to.

Mulberry Functional and stylish at the same time, Mulberry has a way of blending those two aspects together. We see the usual structured shirts and suits, with a few pieces that are-oh-so elegant but not so “in your face” which is just what you need when working in a conservative environment.

Joseph Known for their leather and motorcycle jackets, this brand is always one we like to check out especially for winter. This fashion show was a first for this brand as it marks the 25th anniversary of its store’s opening.

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While most of us are probably familiar with Celine’s other outrageously popular styles like the Celine Luggage Tote and the Celine Phantom bag, some prefer to collect pieces that aren’t being spotted everywhere. This beauty has the added allure of being one of those exclusive bags with only four pieces available worldwide, all currently found in Celine Mall of The Emirates boutique. This metallic-gold bag is seriously making a statement. We love how its brightness can spark up a basic look. It makes it so easy to just throw on a simple dress or shirt and shorts and use the purse to stay noticeable. Its sleek and long strap makes it easy to carry for short excursions!

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All Shades of Greige Updating your make-up for a new look isn’t as much of a hassle as people take it to be. A few tips and you’re all set. Let’s start with what’s trending: Greige which is a combination of the two trending colors in beauty at the moment, shades of grey (no pun intended) and beige. We love Sephora’s selection of grey nail colors and brightening your face always gives a fresh natural look especially under the eye. Use the Vichy Eye Contour Idealizer as a concealer or over the concealer for that natural glow!

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1. CLARINS - Perfect Eyes & Brows Palette 2. VICHY - Eye Contour Idealizer 3. MARC JACOBS BEAUTY - Twinkle Pop Au Revoir 4. OPI NAIL LACQUER - Sing In Color 5. OPI NAIL LACQUER - Push And Shove 6. GUERLAIN - Lingerie De Peau Compact in Beige Naturel 7. SEPHORA - Color Hit Slate 8. SEPHORA - Color Hit Shimmery in Dark Grey 9. CLARINS - Eye Quartet Mineral Palette 10. BOURJOIS - Silk Edition 11. GUERLAIN - Lingerie De Peau Invisible Skin-Fusion Foundation 12. SEPHORA - Rouge The Red Limited Edition 13. CLARINS - Be Long Mascara 14. CLARINS - Ombre Matte in Rosewood 15. SEPHORA - Colorful Dentelle in Shimmery Light Grey 16. INSTITUTE ESTHEDERM - Lift & Repair Eye Contour Smoothing Care J/A 91 STYLES 104

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JUST BREATHE Winter Warmth BATH & BODY WORK Dark Kiss An inimitable exotic blend of Blackberry, plum and smoky dark vanilla. It’s time to experience the most daring fragrance at Bath & Body Works.

JUST CAVALLI Just Gold An intensely seductive floral oriental eau de with teasing top notes of hazelnut and mandarin that lead into an alluring heart of luminous jasmine, luscious marshmallow and woody orris. In the dry-down, notes of leather and palisander wood create a sexily sweet aura that seems to fuse with the warmth of her skin.

DAVIDOFF Cool Water Woman Night Dive A fresh and sensual woody floriental, this fragrance is based on a subtle formula, a rich and powerful blend of complementary notes.

CHOPARD Rose Malaki Chopard Rose Malaki is the latest addition to the Malaki line. This spicy floral fragrance is a sensual tribute to one of the most revered ingredients in the ancient art of perfumery: the Rose.

CAROLINA HERRERAV 212 Surf A fresh, sensual and addictive fragrance. With an exotic touch and a woody contrast accompanied by notes of musk. Its aquatic accord makes it stand out, bringing an extremely original, young and sexy freshness.

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COMME DES GARCON Wonderoud The ultimate incarnation of wood expressed through the most exquisite wood notes. One of nature’s most precious gifts, worth its weight in gold. An aromatic resin, scented with subtle notes, Oud is known as The Black Gold of Perfumers. Used only for the most precious and mythical concoctions, its powerful and rich character brings a woody, animal, balsamic and even honey feel and texture to a fragrance.

TRUSSARDI My Name A delicate composition of White Violet and Heliotrope Flower are on top of this addictive perfume.

Emphasizing the elegant power of Trussardi, a blend of enchanting Lilac and seductive Arum Flower makes her confident and irresistible.

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“Nothing is as glamorous or as empowering as lipstick...

It doesn’t just brighten up your face, it fires up your confidence and makes you feel like you can take on the world. Ever since I fell in love with the transformational power of a simple slick of lipstick, I’ve been obsessed with finding the perfect textures and shades to express every facet of a woman’s personality. There’s a lipstick for every mood, every occasion and every outfit and we are devoted to helping you find them all. When it comes to lips, Lipstick Queen has it covered!”

-Poppy King, Lipstick Queen Founder Bright lipstick can be daunting, but Lipstick Queen’s shades stand out amidst an array of unique lacquers, plumpers, and high-quality simple ingredients. With a range that spans from the sheerest of glosses to the richest of matte lipsticks, Lipstick Queen is all about beautiful colors, luxurious textures and moisturizing formulations that give your lips (and you!) an instant hit of glamour. Shades and textures vary with the seasons but the power of lipstick to enliven the complexion is unrivalled. Whatever coverage or final look a woman is looking for, Lipstick Queen has a lipstick (or gloss) for you.

Each collection is inspired by different women around the world, different times, and different lifestyles. Here are some of the most sought after collections.

Velvet Rope

Velvet Rope redefines luxury for your lips with an intensely pigmented lipstick that glides like silk, delivering the drama and intensity of matte without compromising on comfort. Striking the perfect balance between comfort and impact, Velvet Rope is all about intense, velvety color delivered in the silkiest and smoothest texture imaginable. Available in 5 delicious shades that cushion like cashmere glide like silk and deliver effortless yet enduring glamour for every red carpet moment of your life

Silver Screen

Hot on the heels (and we mean high heels!) of Velvet Rope comes Silver Screen, the sexiest, sassiest lipstick to date from Lipstick Queen! These wet-look, color-rich and ultra-moisturizing lipsticks feel like silk on the lips yet pack a full pigment-punch.

The palette is a kaleidoscope of slinky siren shades ranging from a magnetic deep purple to sexy watermelon, to flirty nudes and a seductive wine.

Each shade derives its name from an iconic line in a classic movie.

Saints & Sinners

Hello Sailor

Are you a saint or a sinner? Saints and Sinners are the ultimate lipsticks.

When you’ve found your ultimate shade you can then wear it in two finishes.

Saints Sheer with 10% pigment.

Packed with hydrating Shea Butter, Vitamin E and Jojoba and Avocado Oils Long-lasting, nobleed formula

Cheekily titled Hello Sailor, this extraordinary, never-been-seen shade is a nod to the nautical trend this spring but the drama of this solid blue bullet isn’t just novelty. Once applied, it tints the lips in a cool, berry tone with a hint of deep sapphire that whitens teeth and illuminates the complexion.

Can be worn alone as a nourishing lip stain or teamed with its Berry sisters in Saint or Sinner, adding a topaz glint to your berry lips.

Sinners Opaque, matte coverage with 90% pigment. Packed with hydrating Shea Butter, Vitamin E and Jojoba and Avocado Oils Long lasting, no bleed formula

Invisible Liner

Every superhero needs a sidekick. For lipstick, this is it!

With Invisible Liner, anything other than a precision lip line is a thing of the past! If you’ve ever thought you can’t wear strong color on your lips because of bleeding or feathering, think again! Thanks to its silicon formulation, Invisible Liner invisibly seals any tiny lines around the lips, thus ensuring your lip color stays put.

*Lipstick Queen is available exclusively at www.beidounonline.com for a limited time.

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La Plus Belle Salon & Institute

Reinventing Style W

e as women are constantly on the hunt for finding the best hair stylist. In a country where there’s a salon around every corner, it’s a needle in a hay stack trying to find one that you can fully trust. From experience, it’s always a hit or miss when it comes to landing the perfect person that understands your hair and what you want. Many agree that hair plays a big role in how we look. Having a great hairstyle goes a long way in making us feel good, look great and on trend. So when I was invited to discover La Plus Belle Salon and Institute, it was like finding buried treasure that long needed to be discovered, Nouriah AlShatti writes.

Le Plus Belle, owned by Suhaila Beiruti, has been specialized in delivering the highest standard in beauty for over fourteen years. Currently located in Miadan Hawalli, they are the only salon/spa in Kuwait with an academic background and international standards when it comes to the services that are delivered to their clients.

That’s why La Plus Belle are the pioneers in launching new colors and hairstyles in Kuwait, by offering the best hair trends every season under the professional training of L’Oreal. Mrs. Suhaila is a hero in Kuwait’s beauty industry, where she positions her highly trained stylists as not just merely hairdressers, but image consultants. Under her direction she aims at providing beauty services at the highest standards by customizing each client’s needs for them to achieve the best results. When I asked her the benefits for seeking professional advice from a salon as opposed to using at-home treatments, Suhaila explained “It is very important to have the right hair prescription for your hair type! Many people are using the wrong hair care products, which they purchase at supermarkets or pharmacies. By doing so, one can cause serious damage to the hair, especially when coloring the hair at home. Each hair type varies from woman to woman, which requires different procedures to achieve the desired color. Not only are the chemicals harsh and severe on the hair, the time process to develop color differs for each hair type, and if not done correctly, it can lead to drastic damage. That’s why it’s essential to seek a professional.” For that reason La Plus Belle has a reputation for working with the best products and brands in the market. La Plus Belle’s main focus doesn’t just end at hairstyling and coloring, they pride themselves in being a full fledged beauty center that offers services such as face radiating facials, full body treatments, make-up specialists, picture perfect bridal services for your special day and trained nail technicians.

During our chat, Mrs. Suhaila mentioned some exciting news; by the first quarter of 2015 they will be expanding

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Veronique Dumaget and Suhaila Beiruti

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Le Plus Belle has been specialized in delivering the highest standard in beauty for over fourteen years. They are the only salon/spa in Kuwait with an academic background and international standards when it comes to the services that are delivered to their clients.

to the Boulevard, Salmiya at a 3000sqm location. Making it the largest salon/spa in Kuwait.

As L’Oreal is the product of choice at La Plus Belle, the new fall winter 2014 collection of cuts and colors were exclusively photographed at Le Plus Belle’s studio by David Arraez, L’Oreal Paris’ main professional photographer. I had the chance to have a chat about the new collection with Veronique Dumaget, Head Hair Stylist for L’Oreal Paris while she was in Kuwait to introduce the new trends in hair colors and hairstyles at La Plus Belle. First, she gave me an overview of the colors that are trending at the moment, which are ash blonde, golden blonde and copper. She mentions that ash blonde can range from light to dark. Those with light blonde hair can get that icy cooled down effect with light ash blonde, while brunettes can try the technique of lightening with dark ash blonde. The result, a subtle cool brown which resembles a beautiful brown sugar shade that’s both beautiful and on trend. Next, is golden blonde. Golden tones are still strong this season, these can also range from light to dark. Clients on the lighter end of the spectrum can go a light caramel gold that beautifully catches the light and bring out a client’s natural glow. While women with darker hair that want to start “going blonde” can ask for a rich caramel gold, which results in a color that serves as a middle ground between brown and blonde called ‘bronde’. The third trending color that Veronique discussed that’s making a hot statement is copper. Yes, copper! Don’t be surprised if you start seeing red this winter. A lot women might shy away from this bold color but with all the variations out there, there’s no reason not to try it out. Women have the option to go subtle with a light copper which results in a warm apricot hue. While on the other side a rich copper color will give you rich deep auburn color that will definitely turn heads this season.

Ombre. Over the past years this hair color technique has been on the hot hair trend list. This season ombre is making a soft transition into a more modern on trend look called ‘colored sombre’. Colored sombre as Veronique describes it, is about having depth at the root that gradually goes into lighter tips.

Sombre focuses on color gradiation with natural contrast from root to tip, unlike its cousin ombre where the contrast is highly visible. Sombre can be achieved with natural or colored roots with a maximum of three tone-differences on the tips.

Every new hair color needs a new hair style and Veronique is not only training La Plus Belle on cutting edge colors but also on dynamic hairstyles that brings out your best features and the best out of your hair color. Top trending cuts and styles are; bangs with natural waves, the lob and the pixie cut.

Bangs with long natural waves brings out the best in golden or ash blonde hair colors. The natural light that reflects off the lightened strands gives a natural effect while the bangs give the look a modern edge. The lob, which is a personal

favorite for the fall winter 2014, is a cross between a short bob and mid length hair, hence the name ‘lob’ i.e long-bob. Like the previous style, this look is best worn with loose waves. This hair length will have you reaching great heights with volume like you’ve never seen before. Last but not least, the pixie cut. The pretty pixie can be styled asymmetric if you’re looking for a dramatic update to your look or it can go short and shaggy, to soften up your features.

Whether you’re looking to refresh your look or want to go for a total change, it’s time to book your appointment at La Plus Belle to get this season’s most reinvented looks that will have you turning heads all winter long. I’m personally loving the extra mile La Plus Belle has put into making us picture perfect time and time again.

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BEAUTY REPORT Get ready, set, moisturize!

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As the weather is getting cooler, our skin tends to get drier. Flaky, pale skin is a big no-no, especially when rocking the latest Fendi boots. Before heading to the dermatologist, we suggest you try changing up your routine for flawless skin. Just as with clothes, you need to change your beauty routine too as the seasons change. Stay beautiful and hydrated in the cold weather with these simple make-up and cleansing tips.

CLARINS Radiance Plus Golden Glow Booster

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Don’t skip primer, we repeat, do NOT skip priming your skin.

Priming seals your pores, softens skin, smooths makeup, and helps make-up stay on longer.

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Don’t skip sunblock! Even if the sun isn’t out you still need to protect your skin from UV rays. That will decrease your chances of getting wrinkles! Bonus points for not having to save up for early Botox treatments.

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Exfoliate and moisturize regularly. If you are used to exfoliating once a week, increase to two or three times a week especially if you apply make-up on a daily basis. That will leave your skin glowing. Apply moisturizer throughout the day to keep the moisture locked.

MARC JACOBS BEAUTY Lip Balm [Sephora Stores]

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LAURA MERCIER Foundation Primer GLAMGLOW Power Mud [Sephora Stores]

CLINIQUE Super City Block Oil-Free Daily Face Protector

MARC JACOBS BEAUTY Liquid Foundation [Sephora Stores] SEPHORA Velvet Eyeshadow in Sweet Champagne [Sephora Stores]

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Switch from powder to cream or liquid foundation. Again, it’s all about moisture moisture and more moisture! Powders can make the appearance of your face too dull, liquid or cream foundations give your face a certain radiance that we love.

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The same idea as foundation, switch from powder eye shadows to cream eye shadow to make it last longer and hydrate at the same time.

Hydrating lipsticks, we don’t want to see any chapped lips ruining the look! A number of brands have specific lipsticks that hydrate but if you want a specific color that you didn’t find, apply a moisturizing lip balm 15 minutes before applying your lipstick.

Keep applying it every few hours.

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Multi Award-Winning and Recent YouTube Sensation

EX1 Delete Concealer comes in three shades and is the ultimate skin-trick for banishing blemishes and concealing imperfections. It’s formulated with

antioxidants to protect skin from free radicalEX1 damage, plus Vitamin E is to help Cosmetics a range smoothe skin. tones or skin tones that

EX1 ‘Invisiwear’ Compact Powders have a featherweight formula and are the ultimate skin finisher. They are 100% oil and fragrance free and all three shades add a hint of color and offer lasting shine control.

EX1 Blushers are a finely milled powder formula, so suede-like that it feels more like a of makeupcream. specifically They are 100% developed for Olive skin have tanned naturally or artificially. The oil andeither fragrance free and come in fourwho shadesset out on a personal quest brand was founded by Biochemist Farah Naz, that leave skin looking develop better quality cosmetics with the right colour choice, into a lit from within.

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successful business.

Farah developed the range in Milan, Italy, with top European universities using only the highest quality ingredients and the latest in cosmetic technology.

EX1's range consists of five products that combined, create the perfect finished face; 'Invisiwear' Liquid Foundation (five shades), Pure Crushed Mineral Foundation (five shades), Delete Concealer (three shades), Compact Powder (three shades) and Blusher (four shades). All products are 100% oil and fragrance free.

EX1 Cosmetics was designed to be the first affordable, high street brand that allows women with Olive skin tones to purchase premium quality products that match their skin without the department store price tag. Prices range EX1 Pure Crushed Mineral from £6.50 tomilled £13.50.

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talc-free and bismuth-free powder that buffs"I into am skin with ease. It fan and the foundations have now become a staple in my a huge EX1 ‘Invisiwear’Liquid Foundation leaves skin looking perfect and professional makeup kit.” - Dani Guinsberg, makeup artist for is British Vogue, a lightweight, luminous base even with a velvet finish that never Cosmopolitan and Stella. formulated with special color looks powdery. All five shades also pigments that blend impeccably well contain antioxidants and Vitamin E is skin. available in BeautyMART London stores; Topshop Oxford with Circus, skin’s naturalTopshop tones. It comes toThe sootherange and nourish in five shades White City, Boxpark Shoreditch, Harvey Nichols Knightsbridge andfrom at golden yellow to deep olive.

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Sometimes we feel like it takes us forever to find the perfect foundation, which is the base of our make-up technically. Having naturally tanned skin or olive skin tones has its downsides when it comes to finding the perfect shades of make-up. However, we finally came across a make-up line that’s suited for our tones and better yet, it’s lightweight and feels like you have nothing on! EX1 Cosmetics is a range of makeup specifically developed for Olive skin tones or skin tones that are tanned either naturally or artificially (that’s us!). The brand was founded by Biochemist Farah Naz, who set out on a personal quest to develop better quality cosmetics with the right color choice, into a successful business. Farah developed the range in Milan, Italy, with top European Universities using only the highest quality ingredients and the latest in cosmetic technology. EX1’s range consists of five products that when combined, create the perfect finished face; ‘Invisiwear’ Liquid Foundation (five shades), Pure Crushed Mineral Foundation (five shades), Delete Concealer (three shades), Compact Powder (three shades) and Blusher (four shades). All products are 100% oil and fragrance free (also a plus for those of us with oily/combination skin types). EX1 Cosmetics was designed to be the first affordable, high street brand that allows women with olive skin tones to purchase premium quality products that match their skin without the department store price tag. So we found the perfect foundation for our color and it’s not pricy too, that’s like finding Louboutins on sale!

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YOUR WARDROBE

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Yasmin Othman Get to know the girl behind the perfect winged eyeliner

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asmin Othman is a selftaught make-up artist and Instagram personality. The first thing you notice when you see her is her perfect winged eyeliner, it’s so sharp it could kill! Growing up in Melbourne, Australia she witnessed street style at its finest. Get to know the make-up maven and learn a few make-up tips that will have you looking effortlessly chic, Thari AlOthman interviews.

been rocking the same winged eyeliner since the age of 15, and I’m all about accessories whether its jewelry, shades or hats.

Styles: What’s your opinion of street style?

Styles: What look would we never see you wearing?

YO: Contouring, contouring and contouring! The best makeup technique to ever exist! But you have to be careful, contouring can look too harsh if you don’t use the right amount of product with the correct technique for your face shape. There are tons of YouTube tutorials that can help you get started. Remember practice makes perfect, once you get it right, trust me, you’ll be hooked.

Yasmin Othman: Growing up in Melbourne, Australia, I used to spend a lot of time in the city, so I remember spotting a few people walking by with what we call “street” style. They would really stand out and their style was definitely not influenced by the trends at that period of time, but true personal style. I think nowadays, it’s hard to find true “street “style, most people are influenced by/or imitate trends that they see on the runways, blogs or on celebrities, more than their individual style.

YO: Anything socially unacceptable, Ed Hardy or Crocs.

Styles: What’s the item of clothing you’ve had the longest?

Styles: What inspires you the most about make-up and cosmetics?

YO: My grandmother’s fur coat.

YO: My definition of street style is creative individuality that goes against mainstream trends.

Styles: Talk to us about your personal style.

YO: My personal style varies depending on my mood and the occasion. I’m fairly conservative in the way I dress, and I don’t like to show too much skin. From Sunday to Thursday I’m in my “sophisticated work chic” attire, and on weekends I’m more “casual errand chic”. I’m obsessed with the color black, I’ve

YO: My favorite British designers would have to be the late Alexander McQueen, Matthew Williamson, Stella McCartney, Christopher Kane and Nicholas Kirkwood.

YO: What inspires me the most is definitely the way it makes me feel. If I look good, I feel good.

I truly believe that make-up and cosmetics are life savers and true beauty enhancers, without them 99.9% of women would look like train wrecks. I certainly doubt any woman on earth wakes up flawless. I sure don’t. New products and techniques are always popping up making it effortless for women to be comfortable in their own skin and feel beautiful.

Styles: What’s a beauty trend that you’re experimenting with at the moment?

YO: I’m really feeling metallics and dewy makeup at the moment, whether eye shadows, lipsticks or bronzers.

Styles: If you could only use one beauty product what would it be?

YO: Black liquid eyeliner.

Styles: Out of all the designers on the globe whom would you sign an exclusive contract with?

YO: Versace.

Styles: Who’s your celebrity crush at the moment?

YO: Chris Brown.

Styles: What’s your guilty pleasure?

YO: Slurpees and watching Investigation Discovery.

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My definition of street style is creative individuality that goes against mainstream trends.

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Styles: Define street style for us.

Styles: Which British designers are your favorite?

Styles: What’s a beauty tip that you swear by and would like all our readers to try?

Want to know more about Yasmin? Follow her on Instagram @e4rtlesslychic

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The Search for the Best Anti-Aging Product Ends Here!

Introducing the new No7 Protect & Perfect Advanced Serums

The most coveted anti-aging cream on the market just got even more powerful. This month, Boots will be launching their new and reengineered No7 Protect & Perfect Advanced Serums. We had the opportunity to talk to Dr. Mike Bell, Boots Skincare Scientific Advisor on the new developments and advancements of our long-time favorite anti-aging products, Nouriah AlShatti writes.

Styles: Talk to us about the new no7 Protect & Perfect Advanced Serums.

Dr. Mike Bell: We will be launching our new innovation in wrinkle technology, which is two new serums; Protect & Perfect Advanced Serum and Protect & Perfect Intense Advanced Serum. The first serum Protect & Perfect Advanced Serum is for fine lines and the early signs of aging for women between the ages 25-35 years old. The second serum, Protect & Perfect Intense Advanced Serum which is for deeper lines and wrinkles is ideal for women between the ages of 35-45 years old. The original serum has been on the market for a number of years but we’ve reengineered them, to make them more powerful than ever before and more effective in terms of improving appearance of lines and wrinkles.

Styles: How long until we see results?

Dr. Mike Bell: You’ll start seeing the benefits of using our new serums very quickly.

In just mere weeks you’ll notice improvements in general skin aging concerns such as lines and wrinkles, evenness of skin texture, evenness of skin tone, skin smoothness and skin radiance. In terms of proper deep repair of the skin structure, this does take a few months to change because it requires biological processes. The longer you use the product the better the results. Our clinical studies have shown that over a six month period of using the serums, wrinkle improvements get better and better with time.

Styles: What are the new developments and advancements in the new serums?

Dr. Mike Bell: There are a number of areas that we’ve improved on; first, we’ve increased the concentration of our active with a powerful peptide blend that includes greater quantities of Matrixyl 3000. A blend with more than 30 times more peptide than the original serums. This is important because the peptides are the driving force behind the repair of skin structure that’s been damaged through the aging process.

The second improvement is that we’ve boosted the protection. The products are called Protect & Perfect Advanced, therefore we’ve boosted the protection with a patented antioxidant complex to help protect the skin from unstable free radical molecules combined with inhibitors of enzymes that cause break down of structural proteins in ageing skin. The third area, we’ve optimized the delivery system. It’s not all about the actives; it’s also about the delivery system that they are in. We’ve optimized the delivery system to allow the actives to penetrate into the skin more affectively.

The fourth improvement for Protect & Perfect Advanced is we’ve included salicylic acid (an ingredient for the younger consumer product, Protect & Perfect Advanced) to help with fighting blemishes and achieving clearer skin. We know the younger consumer still worries about blemishes; we don’t want them to have to compromise between using an anti-spot product and an anti-aging product. As for Protect & Perfect Intense Advanced, instead of the salicylic acid ingredient we’ve included hyaluronic acid for its extra firming properties.

Dr. Mike Bell Styles: What sets No7 Protect & Perfect Advanced Serums apart from other anti-aging brands in the market?

Dr. Mike Bell: Boots, our own retail store allows us to understand what people are buying. I really believe that we understand the consumer better than anyone else. I’m a scientist, but I don’t spend all my time in a laboratory looking under a microscope, I’m out there with the consumers as well trying to understand what their needs are. We have many research programs around the world and it is all about the rigor we put into our testing to prove that our products really do work. Consumer understanding and rigor sets us apart from the rest. There’s a perception that the more you pay, the better the product will be, and it’s just simply not true. For us, we believe you don’t have to pay a lot of money to get great results. I want all women to afford the technology in our products.

Styles: What skincare advice would you recommend for women that live in a dry and hot climate like Kuwait?

Dr. Mike Bell: I’m not an expert on Kuwait’s climate but I can imagine from where it’s positioned it can get very dry, especially with the desert conditions. Using a good moisturizer is really important. Also, I’ve noticed that people often neglect the body, especially the hands. I’ve come across a number of people with beautifully conditioned faces but completely disregard the hands. I think it’s really important that whatever regimen you do with your face, make sure to apply the same on the hands and body.

Styles: What’s the best regimen for using the serums?

Dr. Mike Bell: After cleansing, apply the serum before your preferred day cream.

Then at night, apply your serum again before your night cream. And that’s for the best results; serum, day cream, then serum, night cream.

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No7 Protect & Perfect Advanced Serum and No7 Protect & Perfect Intense Advanced Serum are exclusively available at Boots stores from November 25, 2014.

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Arlesienne L’Occitane Presents its New Fragrance The Arlesienne, this radiant woman from the South of France, has inspired the painter Vincent Van Gogh, the poet Frédéric Mistral and the fashion designer Christian Lacroix. It’s time for L’Occitane to honor this unique and beautiful woman, in a new fragrance with a unique floral bouquet. Saffron flower, rose, violet... The new fragrance is the synthesis of three floral notes that here reveal unexpected facets: temperament, grace and mystery. Its secret? The subtle combination of saffron and mandarin top notes, the freshness of rose and lily of the valley in heart notes, and sensual sandalwood, violet and tonka bean for base notes. The bottle, engraved with flowers, and colorful case are inspired by the lively dance of the Arlesienne. To complete your wish list, L’Occitane has also created a complementary collection of products echoing the original fragrance. Body oil, beautifying powder. shower cream, hand cream, scented soap... sign your skin with this superbly feminine perfume.

The Fragrance In her wake, this woman leaves a distinct trace of her presence. you can still hear the whisper of fabrics; still smell the lingering trail of a new fragrance. three floral notes, each one like a trait of her character, fuse together: the fiery temperament of saffron, the grace of rose, and the mystery of violet.

Permanent Products To satisfy all your desires, L’Occitane imagined a woman who has everything of the Arlesienne.

Beautiful, satiny, velvet soft powdered skin, perfumed hands, irresistible lips; and created this collection for you. Sweet aura that seems to fuse with the warmth of her skin.

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Tanagra Launches its Limited Edition Book of Exceptional Collector’s Items The exclusive 2014 guide no collector should be without Is your decorating style classic or contemporary, subtle or bold, pragmatic or flamboyant? No matter what your preference, whether you’re a collector, a critic or an investor, there are now eighty new ways to be inspired, delighted and moved, with Tanagra’s just-launched second Limited Edition Book. Leaf through it and discover 2014’s stunning collection of bespoke, exclusive statement centerpieces for the home compiled, edited and curated by Tanagra from some of the most renowned brands available in-store.

Tanagra’s expert buyers, constantly in touch with the most iconic luxury brands and in tune with the latest global trends, have worked hard to put together this year’s collection of lifestyle accessories and gifts. Included are statement pieces as well as novelty items handpicked and selected for their pedigree of flawless craftsmanship. They are sure to attract the admiration and attention of critics and collectors.

Collectors are guaranteed to enjoy the experience of browsing through the beautifully planned and created Limited Edition Books, immersing themselves in the great array of shapes, styles and colors created by those who are masters at their craft. The result is a world of possibilities to delight the eye and suit every decorating style, with stunning examples of upscale art blending with artisanal excellence.

Included this year are coveted and memorable pieces such as the Baccarat-commissioned Rois de la Foret Vase Clouds by Dutch designer Marcel Wanders, a 1931 Heritage Panther crystal statuette and Sun Clock by Georges Chevalier (the latter famously also belonging to Marilyn Monroe’s husband Arthur Miller, who chose it to decorate the Manhattan apartment he shared with her), Christofle’s silver 9 Lights Candelabra, Daum’s Blue and Gold Winter and Amber Autumn vases by Shogo Kariyazaki, Jay Strongwater’s chinoiserie and crystal Amadine Golden Pheasant figurine, Lalique’s Manifesto vases by Zaha Hadid and Lladro’s Great Dragon sculpture by Francisco Polope, to name but a few from this extraordinary and unique collection.

These and the remaining 80 one-of-a-kind key pieces are to be found exclusively at Tanagra. With the Limited Edition Book being offered to select customers region-wide, collectors are welcome to choose and order the pieces they desire at any Tanagra store throughout the Middle East.

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We absolutely love this chic, structured Bloomsbury bag from Burberry Prorsum’s Fall Winter 2014 collection. Embodying the British label’s contemporary elegance, the Bloomsbury bag boasts a structured silhouette which is complimented with hand-rolled leather handles and a subtle logo detail. The bag pays homage to Burberry’s hometown by featuring the London city skyline! The motif is sketched by hand before being cut into leather and laid onto a patchwork of colored suede.

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Experince the UK and Ireland

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JET SETTER

London

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he English capital is one of the most visited tourist destinations in the world.

Whether for shopping, exploration, business, or cultural curiosity, this city attracts millions each year. What is great about the city is that there are so many monuments around that it is unavoidable. Buckingham Palace, the official residence of the Queen, is in the middle of the city and is great to see even if you don’t feel like going in. The London Eye is great for those wanting to see all of what London has to offer by taking in the city views; including Houses of Parliament, London Bridge, and Big Ben. Most important on the list of site seeing is Westminster Abbey, which is home to one of London’s most famous landmarks. The intersection of Oxford Street and Park Lane hold the famous Marble Arch, designed by John Nash. Just a few minutes up, you can find great shopping or head the other direction towards some of London’s most famous hotels and teatime spots.

I personally love the Dorchester and the Wolseley for afternoon tea. Walton Street just behind Harrods has some great restaurants and is a great place to meet before dinner. Or for more shopping choose from Bond Street, New Bond Street, Regent Street, Oxford Street, Soho, or Covent Garden.

Whatever you’re looking for you can certainly find between all these areas.

If you have some time to venture out of the city, head to Wimbledon, which is host to the world’s oldest and most prestigious tennis tournament.

Sleep

The Dorchester, The W hotel, The Landmark

Prep List

Dine

Hakkasan, Coya, Artusi

SAINT LAURENT Gold Gun Earrings [Saint Laurent Boutique]

DKNY Chain Ebellished Boots [DKNY Boutique]

KARL LAGERFELD Chain and Grosgrain-Trimmed Wool-Felt Fedora [net-a-porter.com]

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ALEXANDER WANG X HM Mini Dress [H&M Stores]

ROSETTA GETTY Long Cardi Coat [farfetch.com]

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he city of castles is the capital of Wales, and is known to have the most-green space per person in the United Kingdom. With 5 different castles within the city’s boundary, Cardiff is a wonderful place to experience some history and culture. Castell Coch is one of the most beautiful castles in the region, resembling a fairytale castle nestled on the hill overlooking the valley. Cathays Park has been said to be the world’s most beautiful civic center, as it is comprised of a series of white stone buildings in the middle of the luscious Alexandra Gardens.

The Cosmeston Medieval Village is a real medieval village that still functions just outside of Cardiff. It is something quite rare and beautiful and definitely worth seeing.

The most grandiose castle is by far Cardiff Castle. The foundations of the Castle are based upon a Roman Fort, and the castle remained to be the home of the Marquis of Bute in the 1800s. The Point, once a church, is now the main music venue in the bay and overlooks the old merchant’s quarter. The most interesting part about the city is that there are 8 Victorian arcades in the city center, all of which are comprised of shops, cafes, and souvenir boutiques.

One of the most beautiful of the arcades is the Morgan Arcade, which is quite ancient while exuding a modern feel. Queen Street on the other hand has some popular name brands and is a bit more contemporary.

Prep List ELIZABETH COLE Deco Earrings [Etoile ‘La Boutique]

PROENZA SCHOULER Leather Shift Dress [Eotoile ‘La Boutique]

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Dine

Celtic Manor Resort, St David’s Hotel & Spa, Llanerch Vineyard

James Sommerin, Mint & Mustard, Fish at 85

NINA RICCI Leather Gold Band Clutch [Etoile ‘La Boutique]

CHRISTIAN DIOR Rose Embellished Pumps [Etoile ‘La Boutique]

TOGA ARCHIVES Bonded Wool-Blend Coat [matchesfashion.com]

SUNDAY SOMEWHERE Tortoise Acetate Sunglasses [Etoile ‘La Boutique]

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Edinburgh

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he Scottish capital commonly referred to as Auld Reekie, is a city that uses its ancient backdrop as a canvas for the modern. The most famous landmark in the city is Edinburgh Castle, which serves as a royal fortress in the highest point of the city for the past 1000 years! The ruins of the Craigmillar Castle are also a gorgeous site to see and are not far from the Holyrood Park. Because it is quite east of the city center, be sure to take a car or arrange for a taxi beforehand to pick you up. Additionally, the Abbey and Palace of Holyroodhouse is a wonderful royal residence that contains a royal collection of art. A tourist favorite is Mary’s King’s Close in Old Town. This vastly shows off the medieval history and is said to be haunted since its closing in the 1700s! If you don’t mind taking a walk, the hike along Calton Hill is a great idea to see some of the most famous landmarks while enjoying the beautiful scenery. Arthur’s seat, an extinct volcano, is also a great place to walk around and take in views of the city. For some souvenirs you might want to go to the Royal mile, where you can pick up some traditional Scottish kilts. Victoria Street is full of some great shops and colorful buildings and will lead you into the Grassmarket area where you can see the best view of the castle. (Great for taking photos and enjoying the view from some amazing restaurants and lounges.)

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CARA X DKNY Stretch Cotton Moto Pants [stylebop.com]

The Caledonian, G&V Royal Mile Hotel, Rocco Forte Balmoral Hotel

DOLCE & GABBANA Embellished Leather Fingerless Gloves [net-a-porter.com]

Dine

Castle Terrace, Ondine, Wedgwood

IRIS & INK Zipped Pochette in Black and Bone [theoutnet.com]

MARC BY MARC JABOBS Patent Leather Flats [Marc by Marc Jacobs Boutique]

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Dublin - Ireland

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he ‘Town of the Hurdled Ford,’ is the capital of Ireland and a wonderful tourist destination. With over 2 million inhabitants, this city offers some of the best cuisine, nightlife, and sightseeing in the country. The Chester Beatty Library in Dublin Castle is home to various sacred manuscripts and early texts.

The oldest building in the city is the Christ Church Cathedral, which was built in the 11th century. The cathedral even has a crypt, which is said to predate the construction of the cathedral. To get away from some of the hustle and bustle of the city, check out Merrion Square.

This square is one of the largest in Dublin and is lushly green. It even has a statue of the famous Oscar Wilde, including several of his most famous quotes. If you enjoy the theater then the Gaiety Theatre is a must while visiting. This theatre is the oldest in Dublin and hosts operas, ballets, dance, and drama.

For sports lovers, Croke Park and Aviva Stadium are a great place to watch a match between March and November. You can also watch rugby matches at the RDS arena and then pass through one of Dublin’s various arts museums. For shoe lovers, you can find a wide array of shoe stores on Grafton Street. The whole area was recently named an ‘Architectural Conservation Zone,’ so you will be sure to find some beautiful architecture while you shop.

Sleep Four Seasons Hotel Dublin, The Merrion Hotel Dublin, The Shelbourne

Dine

Prep List

Patrick Guilbaud, Thornton’s, The Winding Stair

OPI In The Morning

H&M Turtleneck Sweater [H&M Stores]

ALICE + OLIVIA Leather Skirt [Alice + Olivia Boutique]

MATTHEW WILLIAMSON Leather Backpack [Etoile ‘La Boutique]

PROENZA SCHOULER Wool Jacket [Etoile ‘La Boutique]

MICHAEL MICHAEL KORS Leather Stud Brogue Shoes [Michael Michael Kors Boutique]

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FORWARD

Keep the Bond Strong Relationship Tips for Him and Her

by Yalda Golsharifi

Tips For Her

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Support his dream. Find out what he loves, men are motivated by passion towards what they want to buy. Whether it’s a house, a car or an ultimate goal. Chances are you already know what his goals are.

Go online and find something related to his ultimate vision and buy it for him. If he loves cars, buy him a model car of the one he likes, if it’s a house he is aiming for, customize a key for him with a tag in the location he loves. This simple gesture will tell him that you support his dream and you are his partner towards achieving his

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desires.

Men have a much bigger ego than women, although it may not seem this way nowadays but they do. They identify themselves with the things they own, believe it or not, in his mind, you are also his property. Compliment his belongings and you are directly complimenting him. This doesn’t mean you should compliment yourself! But if he likes the way he dresses compliment his clothes, watches or anything he is looking to buy.

It will mean more to him than you think.

3

Let him own a piece of his passion. If he has a birthday coming up, buy him a stock in a company he loves. If he rides bikes, maybe a share in Harley Davidson. Speak directly to your bank and they can help you arrange it. It wont cost a thing, $100 dollars tops but you are giving him ownership of a brand he loves, what better way to show him how much you care about the things he cares about.

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Beyond Trends

Tips For Him 1

Release your stress on her. Unlike men, women are able to handle your complaining without getting too effected. This is why they complain so much, in her point of view its harmless. If you are having a hard day at work you will be surprised how well she will listen if you call and vent for a while. It could be a big stress reliever for you and knowing that she is an essential part of your day will make her feel closer to you than ever.

2

Subscribe to a flower service. We know how busy you are, we never understand why but we have come to expect less from men these days. You will find that many flower shops have a monthly service.

Choose random days of the month and have something symbolic delivered to her. It will save you a lot of time and headache but you are paying for a headache free way to remind her how much you love her all month. For an A+ husband score, add a different note to the flowers which you can give them beforehand for the whole month.

3

Go for a drive to nowhere. There is great symbolism in driving by each other’s side, take a random cruise once a week where you talk about your goals as a couple. Don’t tell her why it’s being done in a car, but subconsciously you will both feel like you are on the same journey in your life. A beautiful way to get back in touch with your lifelong partnership once a week. Try to have a romantic music collection to set a romantic mood to make you feel more connected.

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TRENDSCOPE November 2014 Find out what the stars have in store for you this month

Sagittarius

November 22 - December 20

While Venus, planet of beauty is still on a nostalgia trip down memory lane and a sentimental attachment with the past, this is not a permanent thing. Due to return to your sign on the 17th November, when a desire for a fresh new look will kick in, enjoy this nostalgic interlude, drawing inspiration from looking back through the rear view LIPSTICK QUEEN Sinner in Peachy mirror.

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Aries

Leo

March 21 - April 20

In a very passionate part of your chart Venus, planet of beauty is not only bringing a call for change but she’s ready to draw a line in the sand, along with a challenge to walk the talk. This will give you the confidence to embrace the new look for the new season, LIPSTICK QUEEN refusing to do anything Butterfly Ball in Smitten by half measures.

Taurus

April 20 - May 20

July 23 - August 22

An unexpectedly professionally charged month will keep you on your toes, but also put a lot more pressure on your professional wardrobe. With something special and game changing developing on the LIPSTICK QUEEN work front, Venus, planet of Silver Screen in beauty in your career sector Made It has the power to push things over the line. Having the right image and believing in yourself is everything.

Virgo

Venus, planet of beauty and your ruling planet is challenging your August 23 - September 22 excuses this month, bringing you to With Venus, planet of beauty now in her final December 22 - January 20 the halfway point in your current month in your communication sector, it’s Now in a fun, social and serendipitous solar year. This is a chance to time to pay more attention to the statements part of your chart Venus, planet of beauty embrace the new you’re making. With the greater is encouraging you to spread your social season’s fashions part of communication being butterfly wings and put yourself out there with a new sense nonverbal, Venus is giving this month. With the laws of attraction LIPSTICK QUEEN of resolve, using you a chance to take a smart and synchronicity in LIPSTICK QUEEN The Metals in Wine the move into the approach to your fashion Metal effect you’ll need to Red Sinner second half of your choices. be prepared for all solar year as a chance for LIPSTICK QUEEN eventualities, never Jungle Queen a fresh start. knowing when fate is going to put you in the right place at the right time.

Capricorn

Gemini

Aquarius

January 20 - February 18

Now in your career sector Venus, planet of beauty will be pulling out all the stops in order to give you the X factor. However, this is less about dressing to impress and having the right professional image, which are still important, but is more about feeling LIPSTICK QUEEN Jean Queen empowered and on top of your game.

May 21 - June 20

Now more than ever you need to find a balance between work and play. When you’re at work dress to impress or make preparation a priority, appreciating the power of first impressions and the confidence that looking and feeling your best brings. It’s LIPSTICK QUEEN after hours you need to Medieval Lipstick express your fun side.

Cancer

June 22 - July 22

Pisces

February 19 - March 20

In an adventurous part of your chart Venus, planet of beauty is not just evoking a desire to move out of a fashion rut, she’s also likely to be challenging your excuses. It’s when Venus comes under pressure by midmonth she’s likely to lose patience, evoking a desire to spit the dummy and declare war on anything drab and lifeless.

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If you’ve put off updating your wardrobe for the new season then this is the month to confront your excuses and no matter how busy you are, to take a ‘just do it’ approach to making the time. With Venus, planet of beauty in a fun, playful, romantic and creatively charged part of your chart, there’s no better time than now.

Libra

September 23- October 23

Venus, planet of beauty and your ruling planet is pulling out all the stops this month, in her campaign to boost your confidence, challenging your excuses and creating an opportunity LIPSTICK QUEEN for change, the fashion gods Hello Sailor

favor a ‘just do it’ approach.

Scorpio

October 23 - November 22

In her final two weeks in your sign Venus, planet of beauty is sending some strong signals about what you do and don’t want, just as your birthday month comes under pressure. With Venus under pressure, this will include whether your fashion choices express the real you.

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