SPAFaery October Issue 2013
Luxury - Style - Wellbeing
Perfect Getaway FIND YOUR
World Of Wellness This Eid
10 Tips
to get your body beach ready
20 TOP SPAS + Readers’ Reviews and more Great Spas
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Musk Oud by
Kilian
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CONTENTS
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Massage benefits enjoy massages and treatments outdoors in a unique environment of private palapas located near the infinity pool.
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INTERVIEw
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Rami Jabali salon & spa
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Rami Jabali salon & spa
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Rami Jabali salon & spa
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Pro Art Gallery to Place the Spotlight on “Emotional Colors”
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Pro Art Gallery to Place the Spotlight on “Emotional Colors”
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Pro Art Gallery to Place the Spotlight on “Emotional Colors”
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Pro Art Gallery to Place the Spotlight on “Emotional Colors”
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Elie Saab
Le Parfum Purse Spray
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Fashion 40
Sports Luxe for SF
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The godfather of Sports Luxe
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The Sports Luxe
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Sumptuous, sports-inspired
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Sweet and sour salmon
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Pick & Mix Salad
Sliced, assorted vegetables placed under the fish before cooking are an added bonus to this Sweet and Sour Salmon.
A popular bread salad from Italy, panzanella is a wonderful way to celebrate summer flavors.
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Baked New York Cheesecake
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Travel 32
World Of Wellness This Eid
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SHA,Wellness Clinic
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SHA’s objective
SHA Wellness Clinic uses combination of ancient oriental techniques
is to have their guests, after a pleasant stay, feel more vital, healthful and young
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fitness 23
10 Tips To Get Your Body Beach Ready
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Don’t skip breakfast
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Do you really need that second helping?
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Do you really need that second helping?
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Eye-catching accessories
an all-purpose eyeliner, mascara’s ideal accomplice
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GOLD IS BLACK
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5 Shades Of Red
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PEVONIA
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PEVONIA CAVIER
Autumn 2013 Nail Enamel and Top Coat collection
CAVIER
The it-accessory mascara
eyes’ ultimate ally
New
11 MAXI LASH collection make-up SpRinG 2013 tHe neW Volume maScaRa ....
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Two brilliant harmonies The Rouge Automatique nude lipsticks 601 Romance and 600 Ballade The Shine Automatique purple lipsticks 762 Rendez-vous and 761 Flirt
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The Spafaery Scoop ..
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Awesome Scoop
As the winter season fast approaches all the hot spots are re-opening and there are events sprouting in every direction. Have no fear; Spafaery is here to help you with where to be seen and the trendiest things to be wearing as well as diet tips and fitness regimes that will be sure to get you in shape and into that special frock this season. Look forward to cool brunches on a weekend and roof top parties watching the sunset by night, events such as fashion shows, couples re-treat packages and amazing restaurants to visit with family or with that special someone. The faeries will be guiding you to some of the best fitness classes whether its outdoor midnight yoga on the beach or butt bar classes, fitness doesn’t have to mean boring. We will be featuring the arts which will consist of music acts that are coming to Dubai to theatre shows such as cirque du soleil, we will also be using tried & tested methods of beauty and tips from other woman along with amazing weekend trip getaways like spa re-treats that offer the highest in luxury and relaxation.
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Style wellbeing You can expect to hear about all of the restaurants we believe are the best to visit while here in Dubai whether it’s authentic street cuisine to a 5* restaurant where you can really indulge and treat yourself, not only will we be talking about the food that we love but also what the bars have to offer. If you prefer the more cultural experience we will also be letting you in on all of the exciting places you can visit from authentic markets were you can really get a feel for the real Dubai to cultural celebrations where you will be accepted with a warm welcome to celebrate, look out for our article about navratri festival and things to expect this Eid.
Editor’s Note
Welcome to the first issue of Spafaery, the spirit of well-being in Dubai
Spafaery is the stylish Dubai insider’s guide to effortlessly achieving happiness and well-being in the buzz of our cosmopolitan city. This magazine is designed to be your best friend- letting you in on the hottest secrets (such as unmissable offers on hair and nail treatments) and DIY tips, on beauty care, personal care, health care, fitness and well-being it also includes shoppers and events guides that points you in the right direction of the most luxurious venues to shop, eat and enjoy life. As faeries, we’re here to provide you with information and deals to make your life easier and even more beautiful than it already is. We will be discussing everything from beauty to travel via the arts too so you our sophisticated readers won’t be able to put this issue down (try not to fight over copies mid blow-dry ladies, there’s enough to go round As your new best friend, we can’t wait to see you become the best version of yourself In every issue you can expect from us points of view from real people, real articles and reviews. We will be talking about the best restaurants for all different types of cuisine, Where to go if you want to spa or treat yourself to a pamper session, also helpful fitness and diet tips that we have tried & tested. We will also be sharing with you up & coming events from where to go if you’re looking for the best nightlife or trips out with the family. We do this all for you, hope you enjoy. Love the Spafaeries!!!!
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MAXI LASH collection make-up SpRinG 2013 tHe neW Volume maScaRa ....
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Paris shines under the springtime spotlight. A playground where the stakes are high.
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erched on spiky heels, the beauty queen dances her way through the capital with a sly step like no one else can. Fresh and enigmatic, rebellious and captivating, she loves to woo her prey and make heads spin. Instinctively chic, her allure is delightfully irresistible. Passionate about colours, she knows how to use them. Without a second thought, she plays with a delicate pink to magnify her dazzling complexion and rosebud lips. She intuitively chooses purple to focus attention on her mysterious eyes. She cleverly opts for the new “must-have” mascara, her most essential accessory, to doll-up maxi lashes in a flash. She casts a spell over the entire city in the blink of an eye!
“If there’s a woman here who dares to show her face in public without mascara, raise your hand right now!” If you step out before dressing up your lips with gloss or lips- tick, raise your hand! tHeSe tWo eSSential toolS knoW HoW to make any Woman an addict. They’re so easy to apply that girls master the technique as children. Natalia Vodianova is no longer a school girl experimenting on her eyes and lips to follow fancy-free whims. Now that she is a beauty icon and master in the art of seduction, she knows better than anyone that mascara is an absolute “must”. You simply can’t live without it. Eyes without mascara seem naked, even vacant. eyeS aRe tHe WindoWS to tHe Soul, so they say. Thanks to this new mascara’s innovative texture and efficient brush, you can see that her heart is immense, her love is deep, and her soul is as pure as a crystal ball through eyes hemmed with ultra-thick lashes. There’s nothing quite as effective as this attention-grabbing black cloak to showcase the enchanting transparency of her eyes and to make yours stand out: pure perfection! » Creative DireCtor
Eye-catching accessories an all-purpose eyeliner, mascara’s ideal accomplice
“If there’s a woman here who dares to show her face in public without mascara, raise your hand right now!” SPAFAERY 13
maxi lash
An angellic complexion Météorites Perles du Paradis lluminating sparkling powder Th e fresher the complexion, the more striking the eyes become! To illuminate skin with an angelic halo, Guerlain’s legendary pearls are getting a boost and coming out in an XXL limited edition size. This devilishly beautifying compact features six skin-toned and pastel shades. The traditional correcting colours – blue and green – have been cunningly replaced by pink, to brighten dull areas, and silver, to reflect ambient light and ensure one-of-a-kind radiance. Dark zones disappear, greyness is erased and fatigue vanishes. The face lights up and shimmers subtly, revitalized and instantly awakened, as if by magic. This sheer, refreshing effect embellishes absolutely every type of complexion.
A fresh, tantalising smile
The soft, caressing, pale pink powder puff is topped with an elegant black bow in tribute to women’s inherently feminine flair.
In a snap, the golden case of Rouge Automatique unveils its exclusive, collector shades. For thirst-quenching, glistening lips, Kiss Kiss Gloss is back with two delicious hues of pink and coral.
TWO coloRs Fuchsia like 870 Cherry Pink Orange like 849 Frizzy Mango
Two brilliant harmonies The Rouge Automatique nude lipsticks 601 Romance and 600 Ballade The Shine Automatique purple lipsticks 762 Rendez-vous and 761 Flirt
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New
The it-accessory mascara eyes’ ultimate ally
volume creating - curl sculpting mascara
A woman’s eyes are charming trump cards, foolproof tools of persuasion and irresistible weapons for luring in the next victim. What’s her trick? Mascara! It dresses them up, wakes them up, clearly defining and intensifying eyes to make them breathtakingly sublime. Guerlain has reinvented this indispensable beauty accessory. Applied in the blink of an eye, it makes eyes instantly captivating. Introducing Maxi Lash, the mascara that makes every woman’s dreams come true. Simple to use, easy and flattering to wear, a guarantee for gorgeous eyes every time. Once she’s tried the it-mascara she can’t live without it.
Maxi lashes in the blink of an eye for breathtakingly beautiful eyes… The luxury of simplicity. The innovative, highly sophisticated formula. The carefree, flawlessapplication. The smooth, supple texture that’s easy to work with. The layers that can bepiled
on ever so delicately to create just the right volume for each and every mood andmoment. Instant, stylish, longlasting magic.
An innovative formula for maximum volume,curls and hold. Experience astonishing volume and stagg ering curls.
The secret is in the combined action of three remarkable polymers. The first one wraps the lashes in extremely adherent oils, coating and thickening the lashes. The second one, made with supple waxes, acts like a conditioner, softening the lashes so you can sculpt them into just the right shape and style. The last one forms a thin film, coating the lashes to trap the wax and set the amazing curve. Perfectly complementary and brimming with quality care, this high-performance trio sheathes and sets the results consistently for lasting effect.
Th e wonder of truly intense colour.
A vibrant black, delicately dispersed for impeccable uniformity, showcases the lashes with its deep, captivating, mirrorlike and totally incomparable hue
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GOLD IS BLACK
Autumn 2013 Nail Enamel and Top Coat collection
In Autumn 2013, there’s some surprising black magic casting a spell over With enter a glam, dark world where nails become bewitching jewels, decorated with enchanting enamels and top coats, ready to cast their golden spell. Beware of their charm! You’re probably already spellbound by this collection of
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BoURjoIS MAkE-Up TIp foR IMpRESSIVE, SpEllBINDING NAIlS:
• STEp 1: Apply 29 Monster Blood. • STEp 2: Apply one of the three transparent Nail Enamels & Top Coat inlaid with neo-glitter: 30 Ghost lovers, 32 Vampire Vanity or 33 Enchanting potion. • STEP 3: Say the magic word and it’s dry: my nails are painted in a unique supernatural black and gold lacquer! AND To fINISH off THE ENCHANTMENT! • on my lips, Rouge Edition 18 Violine Strass. • And on my eyes, Volume Glamour Ultra Black Mascara or khôl kajal for an intense gaze.
NEW 1 Seconde Nail Enamel • 29 Monster Blood • 31 Dangerous Wish NEW 1 Seconde Nail Enamel & Top Coat • 30 Ghost Lovers • 32 Vampire Vanity • 33 Enchanting Potion Rouge Edition Lipstick • 18 Violine Strass Volume Glamour Mascara • Ultra Black Khôl Kajal
THE BOURJOIS BONUS 1 Seconde Nail Enamel & Top Coat are applied alone or over the 2 new 1 Seconde Nail Enamel shades in the collection, but they can also transform any nail enamel you want! A wow effect in one single coat!
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1 SECOND NAil ENAmEl
Nail Enamel Monster Blood + Top coat
Vampire vanity Nail Enamel Monster blood + Top coat Ghost lovers Nail Enamel Dangerous wish + Top coat Enchanting potion
MONSTER BLOOD
Intense black infused with fine, golden pearly extracts to give a touch of mystery.
DANGEROUS WISH
A seriously dangerous shade: golden and holographic glitter of verying sizes captured in a black base. To suit your whim...
1 SECOND NAil ENAmEl & TOP COAT 1 2 3
GHOST LOVERS Metallic powder effect
A black-tinged transparent base, inlaid with fine golden pearly extracts creating a surprising shimmering shade with metallic tints, ready to haunt your nails.
VAMPIRE VANITY Gold leaf effect
Vampires in a bottle! Gold leaf effects, jealously guarded in a transparent base, for chic and precious nails.
ENCHANTING POTION Sequin effect
A potion whose main ingredient is a high concentration of golden sequins to give the effect of magic to your fingertips.
PRESS CONTACTS BOURJOIS 12-14 rue Victor Noir,92521 Neuilly-sur-Seine cedex. Tel.: +33 (0)1 46 43 44 01. Fax: +33 (0)1 46 43 42 88.
Société par Actions Simplifiée au capital de 5.000.000e. 562 082 511 R.C.S. Nanterre. Photos credits: model shot - photographer: Pascal Raso. Obligatory mention: Bourjois.
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Turn back time with the breakthrough Pevonia Myoxy-Caviar Caviar Timeless Repair cream
CAVIER
Minimizes the visual signs of aging Stop turning your face away from the mirror, start looking younger with Pevonia Ligne Myoxy-Caviar Caviar Timeless Repair cream. The smooth texture of the timeless repair cream easily absorbs into the skin and gives it a healthy, youthful glow. An opulent tri-phase homogenized cream, time repair is enriched with caviar, pearl and escutox, which are all abundant in potent actives to effectively counteract aging. Pevonia Ligne MyoxyCaviar Caviar Timeless Repair cream provides outstanding rejuvenating results and helps banish wrinkles while increasing suppleness and oxygenation. Pevonia Myoxy Caviar Timeless repair cream counteracts the imprint of time to reveal a timeless, youthful and radiant complexion. Available across all leading spas and salons, the Timeless repair cream is priced at AED 982. You can also contact Momentum Beauty Products on 04-3343823 for further details.
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ABOUT PEVONIA- NATURAL INGREDIENTS PROFESSIONAL RESULTS: Elite eco-friendly skincare line, Pevonia- Natural Ingredients professional results offers over 300 at-home products and more than 150 professional in-spa treatments. Pevonia provides effective natural skincare solutions for women, men, teens, and preteens of every skin type and ethnicity. Nature’s purest holistic botanical and marine elements synergize with high-tech manufacturing to deliver remarkable visible results. Made with organic extracts, Pevonia maintains a harmonious balance with precious resources by offering fully recyclable, completely biodegradable or reusable packaging, and refraining from any form of animal testing. Free from parabens, alcohol, anolin, mineral oil, PABA, artificial colors, formaldehyde, sodium lauryl sulfate, and urea, Pevonia delivers outstanding skincare results while creating greener tomorrows for generations to come.
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Shades Of Red From Marilyn Monroe to Rihanna red lipstick is the ultimate sexy staple. Here I have chosen my TOP 5 must have reds.
Barry M- Pillar box red $7.19 Oh how I love Barry M….. I’ve always been a fan of Barry M, as well as been purse friendly this product really defies the saying you get what you pay for. The lipstick has a soft smooth texture and is packed full of moisture, I can honestly say it stayed put all day, it even stood the food and drinks test.
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Illamasqua- BOX $26.43 Illamasqua is a bit more of a make-up splurge, but let me tell you ladies it’s definitely worth it. I’ve been using illamasqua products for about 2 years now and they are one of my favourites. All there make up is very high in pigments so the colour is literally show stopping and will get you lots of comments, as I did when wearing it. There are two choices matte or glossy, I chose matte. I’d say it’s a bit harder to apply but after the first time you get used to it and it glides on perfectly. If you’re someone whose lips tend to dry out easily I would suggest applying balm first.
Mac- Ruby Woo $17.49 I have been using Mac products on and off for about 10 years now, I’d say if you’re not too clued up on make-up that Mac is a safe go to as they never disappoint. I chose the matte lip in Ruby, if you’re not too keen on using matte they also do a great satin range which still has that vibrant colour and is easier to apply and is less dry.
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Victoria’s Secret- SHOWSTOPPER $14 Keep your pout perfect in this Victoria Secrets SHOWSTOPPER. This red is perfect for all skin tones and just gives you that pick me up that your outfit may need, again this tone works for all skin tones either worn alone or layered under a pout popping shimmer gloss this shade made me feel fabulous.
Rimmel- Kate Moss lasting finish matte $8.79 Kate Moss for Rimmel is a high street must have, it’s a steal and glides on a dream. I was a bit cynical when first seeing Kate Moss for Rimmel but actually this lipstick turned out to be very reliable. Once applying in the morning I only had to re-apply three times. It’s a very deep sultry red and fits perfect for every skin tone.
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INTERVIEw
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ami Jabali Salon & Spa is considered one of Dubai’s top hair salons. With its dedicated team of international best hairdressers, the salon offers affordable hair services from colour and cut experts, styling hair extensions, blond and highlights specialists, to personal hair and body treatments. I didn’t know quite what to expect when I arrived at Rami Jabali but as soon as I walked through the big double doors I was greeted by a huge smile and great warm welcome. As we sat down to discuss my expectations it quickly became apparent that this guy knew what he was talking about which if like me your hair means everything to you it straight away puts your mind at ease and by the end of our consultation I couldn’t wait for him to ge t his mitts on my hair and work his magic.
T:+971 4 36303 69 www.ramijabali.com
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s I sat with my green tea taking in the relaxing surroundings we began to discuss colours that may work. After a number of attempted dip-dyes, my long locks were looking tired and in need of some TLC as well as some good old fashioned hair know how. Desperate to keep the length but tone down the not so blonde anymore but more yellow ends whilst darkening up the roots I was imagining swishy, dark brunette with honey-tipped ends kind of like Khloe Kardashian but fearing it was near impossible. Getting to work on my colour straightaway, I was advised to go with a warmer colour that would complement my skin tone rather than wash it out.
Once the colour was ready I was taken to have the most amazing head massage using 100% organic products that Rami assured me would look after my sun damaged unloved head of hair. As I sat under the heat lamp I noticed a full salon all of woman getting the same treatment as me from manicures to pedicures and massages. Once the colour had been washed out one of Rami’s stylists got to work on trimming the dead ends of my hair, trimming off only a couple of inches to restore a natural healthy glow. Verdict: I find it very difficult to come out of a salon and not feel like I have to dart to find the nearest hat. The colour looking so effortlessly warm and natural and the cut restoring the shine and volume it once had. Thank you Rami.
BEFORE
After
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Faeries Pick SPA
fitness
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Tips To Get Your Body Beach Ready Getting ready to hit the beach this summer? If so getting the right nutrition is a must, while exercise and diet go hand in hand just a few changes to your diet can have great affects. Here I go over my top 10 tips to getting that beach body, while some won’t be easy the rewards will be well worth the effort.
Cut carbs
Generally people think that cutting out carbs is a must to achieve your beach body. Let me tell you it isn’t, your muscle requires the glucose from dense carbs to fuel your muscle at the gym, and where a slightly higher carb helps keep your leptin leveDon’tls higher which in return regulate your metabolic rate. All you have to do is choose wisely, choose carbs that are high in fibre: Eg, rice, beans, quinoa, oats, fruits & veg.
Talise Ottoman Spa An authentic Turkish spa and hammam spread over two floors complete with snow rooms and floatation tanks. Jumeirah Zabel Saray, Dubai, Phone: +9714 453 0455
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SensAsia SensAsia encapsulates the best of Asian spas catering to clientele from worn-out execs and mummies-to-be to those who have been burning the candle at both ends or those suffering from perpetual jet-lag. Palm Jumeirah, The Village, Emirates Golf Club and a ‘hipper little sister’ at Mall of the Emirates,Dubai. Phone: +9714 354 9228
One&Only Private Spa, The Palm Built around the three ‘pillars’ of Unwind, Restore and Elevate – that’s spa speak for a jolly luxurious and personalized pampering experience. One&Only, The Palm, Dubai. Phone: +9714 440 1040
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Don’t skip breakfast
Most women are notorious for this; we think missing breakfast will help burn fat when in reality it accelerates muscle break down and hunger, so you are more likely to binge later.
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No eating on the go Often when you eat on the go people forget to account for foods consumed, like you would if you sat for a meal or snack. Generally ‘food on the go’ tends to be high in fat, salt, saturates and preservatives.
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Go coconut crazy
Coconuts are one of the healthiest foods to be consuming throughout your diet plan. The fats that coconuts have called triglycerides unlike other fats can be used instantly as energy source. They are perfect for losing fat and reducing overall energy intake.
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Have 6 different veggies each week
Most people don’t eat enough vegetables, especially men. Aim to eat at least 6 veggies a week, be adventurous; there are so many different textures, colours and tastes. This will boost nutrition and keep boredom at bay.
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Do you really need that second helping? Try set a new rule, wait at least 20 minutes before heading for that second helping, its normally takes your body this time to register whether its full or not.
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Fish is best
We don’t need to tell you the benefits of eating fish; it is very high in protein and has omega fats that will promote a leaner body. This will all help in converting carbs that you do eat into muscular fuel storage, rather than body fat.
Thai Privilege Spa Dubai From the ‘foot bath’ welcome to the time-honoured Thai massage, this international spa chain is exclusively for ladies. Al Wasl Road, Dubai. Phone: +9714 348 9679
Amara Spa
Begin your journey with a refreshing rain shower in the private garden of your spacious spa suite; choose your music and prepare to be pampered. Park Hyatt, Dubai. Phone: +9714 602 1234
Armani/SPA
Depending on how you’re feeling, your Armani Lifestyle Manager will book the right sensory experience to suit your needs. Armani Hotel Dubai, Phone: +9714 888 3888
Angsana Spa, Dubai Marina
Markets itself as offering exclusive spa packages dedicated respectively for the new-age gentlemen and jet-setting ladies who truly appreciate the finer things in life. Marina Walk, Dubai. Phone: +9714 368 4356,
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Benefits of herbal tea
People have always believed herbal tea to have medicinal benefits, as well as been tasty to drink. Some of my favourites are honey and lemon, peppermint and anything with berries. All herbal teas have their own taste as well as a health benefit. Peppermint tea Peppermint tea has been known to be used in traditional and folk medicine, because its benefits the human digestive system and helps disorders such as irritable bowel syndrome as well as pains in the throat. In recent years though peppermint tea has been used a lot for weight loss as it’s a great addition to a healthy diet and has proven to help weight loss. Green tea Green tea is mainly used to give an energy boost but has lots of believed health benefits such as to help fight against cancer, weight loss and diabetes. Honey and lemon Honey and lemon together are a great combo, as well as tasting great; it can also help to kick start metabolism and helps with weight loss. Honey has the same fats in as coconuts (triglyceride) which absorbs quickly in the body and gives immediate energy boost.
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Get active
We all know we should exercise more, although it’s recommended we do 30 minutes each day some people just don’t have the time so little changes like taking the stairs instead of the elevator, walking to work instead of driving or doing a few weights while watching your favourite programme. All these little changes can help in a big way.
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Eat super foods
Berries are known as the antioxidant super foods, due to its high concentration of antioxidants. The benefits of eating two cups of blueberries a day exceeds the benefits of all other berries combined. You can also include foods such as unsweetened acai berry, hot green peppers, green leafy vegetable, green onions, raw garlic, Mushrooms and other foods that are high in antioxidants fibre and vitamins and minerals
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FOOD
Sweet and sour salmon Sliced, assorted vegetables placed under the fish before cooking are an added bonus to this Sweet and Sour Salmon.
Ingredients
• 8 salmon fillets, about 2 pounds • 1 cup Cantonese-style duck sauce (sweet & sour) • 1/2 cup ketchup • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
Directions • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Lightly grease a 9 x 13-inch pan with non-stick cooking spray. • Rinse fillets and pat dry. Place in prepared pan. • In a small bowl, mix the duck sauce, ketchup and crushed red pepper and pour over salmon. • Bake, uncovered, at 350 degrees for 25 minutes or until desired doneness. Serve warm.
Times :
• Prep Time : 4 min • Cook Time : 25 min • Ready Time : 29 min Add some veggies to this dish by slicing zucchini, onions and red and green bell peppers, and placing them under the salmon before baking.
Classic Deef Tartar
Ingredients
• 150g beef fillet, finely chopped • ½ tsp shallot, finely chopped • ½ tsp extra-virgin olive oil • 1 tsp cornichon, chopped • ½ tsp nonpareille capers • 1 tsp chopped parsley • Maldon sea salt • 1 egg yolk
Directions
•Mix together all the ingredients except the egg with a good pinch of black pepper and 2 good pinches of Maldon sea salt. •Arrange on a small plate (you can use a ring) and top with the egg yolk (leave it in a half shell for presentation if you like). Season the egg yolk and serve.
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Carré D’ Agneau Ingredients 3 lb. (8 ribs) rack of lamb, frenched 3 Tablespoons of olive oil 2 shallots, finely chopped 2 large garlic cloves, very finely chopped 1/2 -1/3 cup of soft dry bread crumbs 1/4 teaspoon of ground thyme 1/2 teaspoon of ground rosemary 2 Tablespoons of finely chopped parsley 1 egg, lightly beaten 2 Tablespoons of Dijon mustard salt & freshly ground pepper delicious Preparation Carr_d_agneau Preheat oven to 525∞F. a lamb recipe from
Provence for Rack of Lamb roasted with a mustard, rosemary and thyme crust.
Directions Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a skillet and add the shallots and garlic. Cook for 2 minutes, do not allow the vegetables to color. Remove the skillet from heat, add bread crumbs, thyme, rosemary, parsley, salt and pepper to taste. Stir in egg then mustard. Stuffing should hold together in soft mounds. Spread the remaining oil in a roasting pan, add the lamb and turn to coat on all sides.
Roast for 9 minutes, turning once so that the lamb browns on both sides. Remove from oven. Spread the stuffing over the fat side of the meat. Return to oven and roast for 8 minutes for rare (internal temp: 130-135∞). Cook an additional 5 minutes for well-done. Remove from oven, turn broiler to med-high and broil for about 3 minutes or until crust turns golden brown. Transfer to a warm platter and let sit in 200∞ oven for 5 minutes before carving.
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Faeries Pick Restaurants
CLAW BBQ
CLAW BBQ is the best option for those who looking for real American cuisine with an unrivalled selection of traditional and signature beverages. The drinks are served in moonshine jars or gigantic pitchers. Don’t miss the chance for enjoying southern hospitality at its best. Cuisine type: American Souk Al Bahar, Near Dubai Mall Phone: +97144322300 Neighbourhood: Down Town, Dubai
Pick & Mix Salad ingredients:
• a soft ingredient • a crunchy ingredient • a herby ingredient • a veg • a cheese • a topping • your favourite dressing • sea salt and black pepper
Instructions: • Choose an ingredient from each • Wash and spin dry the soft and crunchy leaves • Pick the herby leaves off their stalks, discarding the stalks • Finely slice or peel the veg and shave, tear or crumble up the cheese • Toss everything together in a large bowl • Dress simply with your favorite salad dressing and season with a good pinch of sea salt and freshly ground black pepper, if needed • Divide the salad between your serving bowls and sprinkle over your chosen topping
using just 3 or 4 ingredients will give you a salad that rocks. The idea of me presenting this salad to you like this is to give you the general philosophy behind creating a great, great salad so you can start making your own. There are no rules, just start picking and mixing. Even using just 3 or 4 ingredients will give you a salad that rocks.
Panzanella Salad A popular bread salad from Italy, panzanella is a wonderful way to celebrate summer flavors. Salmon adds substance and a boost of heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids.
NKD Pizza
It’s a healthy alternative for pizza lovers. They are teamed up with Green Heart organic farms to assure the taste and quality. They used the vegetables and herbs which locally grown, organic produce with maximum freshness, nutrients and flavour. Gluten free pizza will be available upon request. Cuisine type: Italian Marina View Towers, Tower B, Dubai Marina Neighbourhood: Dubai Marina Phone: +97144534313
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Ingredients: • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil • 3 Tbsp. white wine vinegar • 2 tsp. Dijon mustard • 1/4 tsp. black pepper • 2 garlic cloves, minced • 1 day-old whole wheat baguette, sliced into 1 inch cubes (5 cups) • 2 cups cherry tomatoes, quartered In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, white • 1 cucumber, cut into 1-inch pieces wine vinegar, mustard, pepper and garlic. Add • 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced bread, tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, basil, olives • 1/2 cup basil thinly sliced and feta. Toss to coat and let mixture sit about 30 • 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, chopped minutes. Divide salad among serving plates and • 3 oz. feta cheese, cubed top with smoked salmon. • 6 oz. smoked salmon, sliced
Balsamic Short Ribs Ingredients: • 1 tablespoon canola oil • 6 bone-in short ribs (about 3 pounds) • 2 leeks, white parts only, sliced • 2 medium yellow onions, sliced • 2 carrots, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces • 2 stalks celery, cut into 1-inch pieces • 2 cloves garlic, chopped • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes • 1 teaspoon salt • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper • 2 tablespoons tomato paste • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard • 3 sprigs fresh rosemary • 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar • 1/4 cup packed brown sugar • 1 quart unsalted beef stock • Green onions, sliced, for serving (optional) Prep time: 20
mato paste, then cook until the tomato paste turns a brick-reddish-brown color, about 6 to 7 minutes.
heat the oil on medium. Working in batches so as not to crowd the pan, sear the short ribs for 3 to 4 minutes on each side, or until well browned. Transfer the short ribs to a plate.
Add the leeks, onions, carrots, celery and garlic to the pot and cook until well browned, stirring occasionally, about 12 to 15 minutes. Add the red pepper flakes, salt, pepper and to-
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Add the Dijon mustard, rosemary sprigs, balsamic vinegar and brown sugar. Scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot. Return the short ribs to the pot, then add the beef stock. Bring the mixture up to a low simmer and cover. The pot can be left on the stovetop on low heat or placed in a 325-degree oven for 1 1/2 to 2 hours, or until the short ribs are very tender when pierced with a fork.
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Transfer meat and vegetables to a platter. Cover with foil and a couple of kitchen towels to keep warm. Using a slotted spoon, remove and discard the solids from the liquid. Bring the liquid to a boil on the stovetop and cook until reduced to 1 cup.
Drizzle the glaze over the short ribs, sprinkle on green onions if using, and serve.
The Pizza Guys
Dubai’s first pizzeria offers the flavours of Newyork. Their pizza is a hand tossed, thin crust and use high quality locally grown fresh tomatoes and mozzarella. Cuisine type: Italian Bay Avenue Mall Mezzanine Level Executive Towers, Business Bay,Dubai Neighbourhood: Business Bay Phone: +971 4 4475307
Hukuma
Hukuma brings you the flavours from China. Its ambience is spectacular and cuisine is bit westernized version than an authentic one. Cuisine Type: Chinese The Address Hotel, Down Town, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Boulevard, Dubai Neighbourhood: Business Bay Phone: +9714 436 8928
Latino House
This is a place with mouth watering Latin American menu and drinks to match. Cuisine Type: Mexican, South American Al Murooj, Rotana, Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai. Neighbourhood: DIFC Phone: +97132 11111
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Baked New York Cheesecake Ingredients
• 250g packet plain sweet biscuits • 125g butter, melted • 2 x 250g packets cream cheese, softened • 3/4 cup caster sugar • 3/4 cup sour cream • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract • 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon rind • 3 eggs • Frozen raspberries, thawed, to serve
Directions
NOTE : Preparing the base
Pour the biscuit mixture into prepared pan. Press 1/3 of the mixture on the base and the remaining mixture up the sides of the pan, leaving a 2cm gap. Using the base of a glass, press over base and sides to firm the crumb.
• Preheat oven to 160°C/140°C fan-forced. Grease a 6cm-deep, 22cm round (base) spring-form cake pan. • Process biscuits until mixture resembles fine breadcrumbs. Add butter. Process until combined. Press mixture over base and sides of pan leaving a 2cm gap from top (see Cooking class). Refrigerate for 30 minutes • Process cream cheese, sugar, sour cream, vanilla and lemon rind until smooth. Add eggs, 1 at a time, processing until just combined. Pour into prepared pan. Bake for 50 minutes to 1 hour or until just set and centre wobbles slightly. Allow to cool in oven for 2 hours, with door ajar. Refrigerate overnight. Serve with raspberries.
Tiramisu Ingredients
• 1 cup (250 mL) ricotta cheese • 8 oz (250 g) cream cheese, softened • 1/2 cup (125 mL) sugar • 1 tsp (5 mL) vanilla • 24 - 32 ladyfingers • 1/2 cup (125 mL) coffee liqueur • 1 tbsp (15 mL) cocoa
Directions
Combine ricotta cheese, cream cheese, sugar and vanilla in a food processor; process until smooth. Cover bottom of an 8 inch (20 cm) square glass baking dish with a single layer of ladyfingers; drizzle with half of coffee liqueur. Spread half of cheese mixture over ladyfingers. Repeat layering procedure with remaining ladyfingers, liqueur and cheese mixture. Sift cocoa over top. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or up to 24 hours. Serves 6 - 8.
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Travel
World Of Wellness This Eid
SHA Wellness Clinic uses combination of ancient oriental techniques
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HA is a world-wide pioneering well-being clinic and medical hotel, focused on improving and notably lengthening people’s health and well-being. This is done through the unique fusion of the best natural therapies, mainly from millenarian Eastern wisdom and with the most advanced Western techniques.
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In SHA we do not simply understand health as the absence of illness, but it rather as one’s overall well-being both physically and mentally. This can be by obtaining our ideal weight and increasing our level of vitality, allowing us to enjoy our true potential.
Situated in Albir Beach, nearby the picturesque town of Villa de Altea (Region of Valencia),the medical hotel SHA sits on a beautiful mountainside overlooking the Mediterranean Sea, part of the Sierra Helada Natural Park, one of Spain’s foremost ornithological reserves.
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Some of the best Egyptian restaurant in Dubai features an authentic Egyptian cuisine, which spotlights the dishes of Egypt in modern fancy atmosphere. Cuisine Type: Egyptian Matloob building, Between Noor Islamic Bank& First Gulf Bank Metro stations, Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai Neighbourhood: Al Safa Phone: 04 380 9000
he mild and agreeable micro-climate of the area guarantees fantastic temperatures all year around, and the area is recognized by the World Health Organization as having one of the World’s best climates, this in itself being an important factor for the maintenance of optimum health.
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golf courses and four marinas. SHA Wellness Clinic has the firm intention of helping society through the care of both mind and body by means of the ideal combination of ancient oriental techniques and the ultimate advances in western medicine, thus re-establishing a harmonious balance between body, mind and spirit.
Oxygen spa is one of the newest relaxation and beauty hubs in Dubai. Located in Marriott Executive Apartments, it is equipped with modern equipments and latest technologies. Ground floor, Tower B, Marriot Executive Apartments; Maktoum Road Dubai Phone: 04 2222920
The SHA building is the most recent creation of the prestigious Uruguayan architect, Carlos Gilardi, and the prize-winning European designer, Elvira Blanco Montenegro. 5 architecturally-surprising independent structures, inter-communicated by bridges, comprise the edifice, and contain 93 suites with surface areas of between 80 and 320 square meters. The complex includes large swimming pools and waterfalls, and many relaxation areas such as the Zen, Mediterranean and Tropical gardens.
SHA’s objective is to have their guests, after
You can enjoy the real authentic flavours of Malabar. It’s quite famous for non-vegetarian dishes like Thalassery chicken biriyani or fried clams. Cuisine Type: Indian Opposite lulu centre, Karama Neighbourhood: Karama Centre Phone: 04 3358700
Moreover, SHA Spa covers an area of more than 2,000 square meters, divided into hydrotherapy and treatment zone. It has 41 treatment rooms, a couple treatment suite, medical and consultation rooms, and spacious waiting and relaxation areas. You can also enjoy massages and treatments outdoors in a unique environment of private palapas located near the infinity pool. Nearby, there are also several championship
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a pleasant stay, feel more vital, healthful and young, with a more healthy appearance, leaving inwardly and outwardly renewed, producing a fundamental change in the organism, with an improved quality of life, thus slowing down the ageing process and preventing illnesses.
The areas that make up the concept of SHA are natural therapies, macrobiotic diet, noninvasive aesthetic medicine and anti-aging. At a fundamental change in the body, is able to improve significantly the quality of life, slowing the aging process and preventing illness through the SHA Method. The SHA Method combines the effective elements of modern macrobiotics nutrition and the curative powers of natural therapies with a dynamic and practical educational program, totally personalized to satisfy the needs of each person and his or her health goals.
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he beginnings of this union of ability and wisdom become enriched by the curative power of food through the application of a macrobiotic diet adapted to modern times, and merging Mediterranean and Japanese elements, being prescribed individually for each of the guests by the team of consultants, and realized by masters of haut-cuisine. Macrobiotics has helped thousands of people to discover a simple and natural
way to establish and re-establish good health, often during a serious illness. All this has been realized with a focus on commonsense, creating a diet that adapts to the most up-to-date nutritional investigation, and which reflects the wisdom gained through thousands of years of observation of the country whose people, on average, live longest in the whole world. The medical hotel SHA developes modern Macrobiotics wich is flexible and possesses
a dynamic focus that easily allows it to be applied to individual needs. The guidelines for a healthy alimentation include a wide variety of foods prepared with the most sophisticated and delicious arts of the kitchen. For this reason a growing number of personalities from all walks of life are taking the Macrobiotic direction as the path to better health and vitality.
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ART
Pro Art Gallery to Place the Spotlight on “Emotional Colors”
Three artists, three concepts of using colors, shapes, anxd spaces Dubai, UAE, September 26th 2013
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ro Art Gallery, the gallery that celebrates innovative art and collectibles is set to announce a new exhibition titled “Emotional Colors”. This dynamic and exciting exhibition will showcase the artworks of three Italian artists; Silvana Pasini, Elena Brindani and Elisa Brindani. The exhibition will open on Wednesday October 2 2013 at 7pm and will run till 26th October 2013 at the Pro-Art Gallery located in the Palm Strip Mall on Jumeirah Beach Road. This exciting exhibition will illustrate and focus its attention on three different concepts by using colours, shapes and spaces. Their chromatic interpretation clearly states a translation of reality without abstractions. “We are very excited and look forward to this exhibition as each of these artist have their own inherent styles and character and relive the authenticity of man and nature and have a gift to translate their passionate messages into works of art.” says Tatiana Faure, Director of Pro Art Gallery . Silvana Pasini loves the world of flowers, which is where she identifies her ability to translate her inner strength into delicate refinement. She also pays homage to nature, conveying different atmospheres of rare beauty.
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Art work by Elene Brindani- ‘ Jumping’
Elisa Brindani portrays the delicateness of the female figure, the kindness of a detail and the sinuosity of a movement. She investigates and brings value to the female figurethrough a harmonious use of colours which she has carefully juxtaposed with shapes and detailed precision. For Elena Brindani, the horse has been is a key to understanding nature and its graceful appearance but the wild connotations also appears docile and gentle while living in contact with the other forces of the earth. Elena delves into detail, reproducing the image with almost photographic accuracy. Her decisive palette measures the shapes being conveyed, alternating colour, and playing with contrasts in a way that engulfs the viewer.
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f,like me, you would run a mile from a gym, stubbornly disregarding the irony, you can channel your inner athlete with the Sports Luxe trend, without even breaking a sweat. Featuring heavily in the fashion shows of the last few seasons and still going strong, it looks as though it’s here for the long run. Sports Luxe is all about a kind of laid-back luxury, mixing athletic shapes with luxurious fabrics, creating the sort of juxtaposition the fashion world thrives on. Go-faster stripes on silky low-slung lounge pants? This is sportswear for people who refuse to perspire. The Spring/Summer 2014 shows are packed with everything from tiny tennis skirts for courting attention, to slouchy sweats for those more inclined to recline. Even Victoria Beckham, who has built a reputation on resolutely sticking to ultra feminine silhouettes and sexy wiggle dresses, has joined team Sports Luxe.
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he godfather of Sports Luxe, Alexander Wang, lives up to his renown this fashion week, mixing sporty silhouettes with deliciously plush fabrics like his cheerleader skirt in the butteriest peachy leather. While Donna Karan pairs wedge trainers with a silk bias cut gown, with a result less Lily Allen and more parallel-universe, 90’s Kate Moss. Fyodor Golan›s London Fashion Week collection’s exuberant union of easy sportswear and whimsical luxury is sheer delight. I struggle to think of an occasion to which I wouldn’t relish arriving in his over-sized motif jumper and lavish technicolour feather skirt. A modern reincarnation of the bomber jacket can add a sporty touch to the daintiest of dresses. Marc by Marc Jacobs’ silky red version elevates the American teen jock staple to something quite dazzling. And across the nostalgia pond, parkas are no longer the reserve of Brit-Pop rejects, and you should definitely (maybe) invest in a shiny luxe version, pair it with a midi skirt and a spiky heel. Oasis on the Ipod: optional
For the slightly less heavyweight purses there is Ksubi; the masters of baroque and roll sportswear. Imagine the hippest kids in town made a pit stop in the 90’s on their way to 18th century Versaille, and then go buy their elaborate brocade hoodie. For a subtler take on the trend, accessorize like a champion. Add a bowling bag like Givenchy’s Lucrezia Bowling Bag or look out for the new backpack version of Philip Lim’s much-coveted Pashli bag. Accessories-wise, the runaway winner on the Spring/Summer runways, for me, was the visor. Once the reserve of the work-shy aristoc-
racy to preserve their pallor (lest they be mistaken for peasants), visors have made a grand comeback. With offerings from DKNY, Phillip Lim and (mostly notably) Marni, who sent all the models down the Milan runway in a stunning array of visors, ranging from the simple to the simply spectacular. The baseball cap is also enjoying a deluxe revival, with likes of Cara Delevingne at the ‘selfie’ vanguard. Strike gold by pairing Brian Litchenberg’s ‘Féline’ twill cap with a boyish trouser suit.
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he Sports Luxe trend has inevitably filtered through to the high-street, culminating disastrously in Rihanna’s chintzy reinterpretation of gym gear for River Island this season. In a more successful high-street adaptation, Top Shop introduced their ‘Surf Luxe’ collection, a thrilling mix of surf themed neons and minerals in sleek, athletic shapes; a kind of tasty fashion surf and turf.
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ot only has this athletic trend infiltrated the highstreet, but encouragingly, it has reflected in many of the model’s physiques as well: stronger, less waifish but still lean as greyhounds. Whereas before they looked as though they could be knocked over with a mere sigh, they now look more likely to do the knocking over (or the knocking out). Sumptuous, sports-inspired looks dominated the Spring/Summer catwalks; so whether you’re a prime athlete or a prima donna expect shops to be awash with gorgeous sporty pieces to set your heart racing. Personally, I hope Sports Luxe is here to stay; it offers a seductive alternative for those of us who prefer ‹working it› to working out.
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