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Hi there, Welcome to our April edition One of my favourite month's of the year. Not too hot, not too cold. A brilliant two week school holiday and some great bank holidays for everyone who isnt a student or a teacher. There isn't many month's better in the calendar than April.
investigating into the recent report. Last months quiz winner was Olivia Rumble from Monarch Close who won a Fantastic Beasts 2 DVD. Congratulations Olivia! In the kids quiz this month your child has the chance to win a Mary Poppins Returns DVD. Don’t forget you have to be in it to win it!
We have a fantastic magazine for you this month with some great articles for you to peruse through at your leisure. As promised, Part 2 of the Spring & Summer Trend Report from the Dress Doctor is available in this month's magazine.
If you would like to advertise with us, the last day to get your advert in is 15th April. We can design your ad for Free and a Month’s Advertising to 20,000 homes costs from as little as £60. You can contact us on 01268 330271 or email at sales@eblmagazines.co.uk
If you are looking for something to do with all the time off you get this month the event's page has 5 new events for both children and adults. The Gin & Music evening at The Bread & Cheese pub is certainly worth noting!
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SPRING / SUMMER 2019 TREND REPORT PART 2 This is one of my favourite times of the year, as you can start shedding some heavy layers and shove your fur lined Parka jacket to the back of the wardrobe. We have made it through the frosty mornings and the viral infections and now the time has come to let the sunshine in again… Continuing on from my account in the March issue I will now take you through some of the key new season trends that have caught my attention: Spring Cover Ups Jackets are most definitely a spring essential and the offering on the retail horizon is very strong. Long, fluid styles dominate with pockets and belts to add interest and definition. I always adore soft pastels, which are universally flattering. This longer length offers maximum protection against showers and comes in oversized or nipped in styles. If in doubt always opt for the totally classic, eternally flattering, but yet still so modern trench coat. Safari Chic This look has been in and out of fashion like a yoyo and each time it comes back looking slightly different and more covetable. This season utility wear has totally upped its game with combat trousers made of buttery leather and oversized boxy jackets made of the finest suede. The pleasure of sinking both hands into deep, accommodating pockets is unrivalled. Boiler Suits I never thought my father in law’s attire for renovating his bungalow would be my style inspiration, but the boiler suit has had a purposeful promotion. No longer just a cloth cut for filthy hands and DIY savvy individuals this one piece has been reclaimed. I am totally in love with the boiler suit’s versatility – wear it rolled up and with trainers or up level its easy stance with gem encrusted necklaces and your evening bag of choice. Just remember to go to the toilet before you leave the house… Please pick up next month’s issue for Dress Doctor’s pick of the new season’s accessories THIS ARTICLE HAS BEEN WRITTEN BY
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