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NOVEMBER | DECEMBER 2015 COMPLETE SOUTH ASIAN FASHION & LIFE STYLE MAGAZINE
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BINZARIO COUTURE
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ETHNIC STYLES
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GET WHOLE AGAIN!
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State of the Art
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time for the holiday season with great looks by high
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32 FASHION TRENDS Global Desi’s Fall 2015
62 MIX & MATCH It’s not too Late
34 JEWELRY Amaatra’s Ethnic Styles
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COVER STORY
Sensuality Meets Sensibility in Tarun Tahiliani’s Latest Couture Collection at BMW India Bridal Fashion Week 2015. 14 NOV. / DEC. 2015
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ocused on the couturier’s art, Tarun Tahiliani has weaved a story where opulence is crafted out of comfort. The Couture and Bridal 2015 collection aptly titled, ‘Our Eclectic New World,’ explores the possibility of a wearable lightness of being. Inspiring and informing the wearer with a carefully cultivated mystique, Tahiliani says, “As people transit through space and time, mood and moments, cyberspace and continents, there is a necessity to negotiate with the culture around us. Our eyes have become conditioned to sensory overload .We need to be sensitive towards making luxury relevant in today’s context.” The new collection encapsulates Tahiliani’s love for layering light-weight clothes that fit like a glove. Through regal volumes, innovative techniques and smart contouring, the clothes glide effortless like a beautiful day dream. Taken over a year to conceptualize and create, this collection draws influences from the imperial splendour of the ancient Indian artistry and the immediacy of today’s Instagram-conscious, hashtag-obsessed
generation. “The opulence of Indian textiles, powerful embroidery and rich craftsmanship combined with contemporary precision is woven intoevery piece. That is how we have evolved – by creating a new vocabulary of design. Our clothes need to embody the spirit of our cultural legacy, which has to be updated for the global, peripatetic customer,’ says Tahiliani. This collection is a nostalgic reminder of what artisanal and handmade luxury encapsulates. The womenswear range imaginatively blends Tahiliani’s love for couture and craft. ‘It is a visceral blend of classic draping, poetic construction, opulent textiles and intricate embellishments. There is a need for an intelligent and seamless fusion of our past and present.’ he says.Tahiliani worked with an excitingly varied colour palette which includes renditions of gold, ivory, jade, red, cobalt, soft blush, powder blue and black. Keeping with the design philosophy of the atelier, the range of multi-sensory texturing techniques employed has been phenomenally (and unsurprisingly) expansive.u NOV. / DEC. 2015 15
COVER STORY
Tarun TahILIanI’S LaTeST CouTure CoLLeCTIon ‘Over thousands of hours have been devoted to perfecting silk French knots, and jaali-work that push the warp and weft of every vein. Tiny pearls and minuscule Swarovski crystals in a dazzling plethora of colours have been soldered on to the fabrics that have been conceptualized by the studio,’ says Tahiliani. The collection includes statement-making lehengas, sumptuous jackets, dramatic corsets, second-skinesque lehenga-sarees and party-ready kurtas. Each piece promises to be a collectible for the modern day voluptuary. Take, for instance, the incandescent coral and fuchsia lehenga with fine gota and zardozi embroidery encrusted with Swarovski crystals, which is teamed with a bodacious off-the shoulder shimmering blouse with an zari-worked multi-paneled veil. Or the play on delicatechiffon and organza in a resham embroidered tulle lehenga paired with a silk corset – befitting Marie Antoinette – with French knots. For the adventurous bridal entourage, the bold 16 NOV. / DEC. 2015
chevron patterned kalidar kurta with a raw silk textured bodice paired with a gilet highlighted in black stones and zari embroidery will add just the right amount of drama. The embroidered belt … well it’s a cinch! But for those with a penchant for romance and fairytales, the cobalt and jade billowy gown with a whiff of raised flowers on the hemline and draped wings teamed with a crystal encrusted corset will do the magic. Those in the mood for understated glam, the ivory and powder-blue silk velvet jacket encrusted with pearls and worn over a layered tulle skirt will add just the right touch of flourish. The menswear range is an exploration of form and function. With a keen emphasis on sharp tailoring and strong silhouettes, Tahiliani’s mood board is a dexterous mix of majestic modernity. Interestingly, a range of garments have been conceptualized by Tahiliani’s studio and executed by Whitcomb & Shaftesbury, the Savile Row
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based bespoke tailors with whom the company has ventured into collaboration last year. The grey mohair sleeveless sherwani with charmeuse satin pleated collar and silver buttons; the single button cotton velvet bundi; the classic mohair double layered bundi with satin printed lining are some of the examples of this perfect unison of western tailoring and Indian draping. The monochromatic tuxedo – in grey, aubergine and midnight blue – jackets have an elaborate lining of charmeuse satin printed with a secret befitting the wearer – a Mughal inspired motif of a procession of elephants. Tahiliani’s Midas touch also extends to designing charmingly pleated (and embroidered) cummerbunds – visible all through the collection - and band collar satin pin tucked shirts with French cuffs. Besides this, the atelier also infused life by creating various versions of sherwanis – in chikan with resham embroidered buttas, in velvet with zardozi embroidered collars, in zardozi with pearl embroidered on kimkhab brocade, and in satin. The pre-draped Kanjeevaram dhotis will be the quiet showstoppers. The lust-worthy shoes in Kanjeevaram, cotton brocade, zardozi and embroidered velvet boast a design reminiscent of typical juttis and the Turkish sabahs. Little surprise, if they become the must-haves of the season. The surreal set, a play on planets, is a tour de force in its own right. ‘Our Eclectic New World’ has once again sealed Tahiliani’s stature as a master dream-weaver who makes fantasies come alive in our heads and hearts. ‘Real luxury is when you indulge purely for yourself,’ he says. This collection will draw you into a subliminal world where desire and decadence merge seamlessly as one. Quite like the occasions they are meant for, these clothes carry a sentiment, a promise and an emotion that will remain with you for a lifetime. NOV. / DEC. 2015 17
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HAUTE COUTURE
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AND I t’s that time of the year again; time to unravel the layers and dress to impress. The dawn of the party season is all set to end your year-long wait for swoon-worthy dresses as AND is back with its annual property; AND Dress Fest 2015. Raise a glass to celebrate every occasion on your calendar as you take center stage in dresses that are a true sight to behold. Tuning the most glamorous notes on those gorgeous evenings, make the final touch count, in a range of haute styles, aimed at creating a grand entrance at every party. So, gear up to explore a glistening starry night dazzle as you sashay down the red carpet, ready to face the paparazzi, where #GrandArrivals will not be easily forgotten. Fashionably late is a thing of the past, make your presence felt as you arrive at every occasion, in a range of glamourous and captivating dresses from AND Dress Fest 2015. The collection portrays the effortless sophistication and undeniable allure of women who live by their own rules and create their own fashion standard time. Whether you’re destined for cocktails in the city, or a rooftop dinner, or whether you’ve made it to the guest list for the hottest party
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SeizetheMomen It’s all about #GrandArrivals at AND Dress Fest F/W 2015. “It’s not when you arrive, it’s how you arrive” in town, AND’s floor-length gowns and embellished cocktail dresses will keep you dancing till dawn. So, grab their attention this party season as you make an entrance in an eye-catching and elegant outfit from AND’s Dress Fest collection. The AND Dress Fest F/W 2015 collection ranges from red carpet cape gowns with bejeweled belts to flawless fish tail gowns, from versatile sheath high neck dresses to stunning peplum dresses, with a touch of lace. Draped in incandescent flow of fabrics like rayon knits, crepe nets and sheer georgettes, the collection indulges in stunning
embellishments and ruffle detailing, creating flawless silhouettes that will make you feel as good as you look. The mystery of the night skies highlights the collection’s dark palette but also exudes flashes of light blushes. From a dress that flows to a gown that flatters, a stunning evening dress is a showstopper. Go sultry in red, elegant in black, or unexpected in corals. Find dresses bursting with passion or brimming with grace. When a special evening approaches, raise to the occasion, turn some heads and define the night as you arrive in AND’s flawless gowns that fit your personal panache.
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About AND
Launched in 1998, AND was the first Indian brand to offer urban Indian women, global styles that suited their silhouettes. AND offers, a chic collection of contemporary western-wear, which comfortably combines formal and evening wear. The brand has evolved to keep pace with changing lifestyles and the ever evolving sartorial choices of the modern Indian woman. The AND woman, is stylish and confident, speaks her mind and wears her attitude on her sleeve. She represents the new age, multi-tasking woman, who seeks versatility in her everyday fashion choices. Presently, AND is retailed through over 300 points of sale, which include 52 exclusive stores, and 260 established multi-brand lifestyle formats like Shoppers Stop, Lifestyle, Central, Kapsons & Pantaloons. For more information, log on to www.andindia.com
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inzario Couture partners with Roundup for Autism to present their S/S 2016 ‘White Collection’ at the Visions of White Art and Fashion Unveiling in August. The ‘White Collection’ was a preview of what Binzario Couture showcsased at New York Fashion Week. The collection is inspired by the Alambra Palace in Granada, Spain, which is evident in the shades of white used and the intricate, geometric patters. Two types of embroidery techniques are used in the collection: Zardozie and Aari. Zardozie is used in the beading embroidery, while Aari is used for the intricate silk thread work. Some of the fabrics and materials used in the collection are silk georgette, silk voile, cotton tulle, swarvoski stones, rectangle and round pearls, peripheral sequin flowers and more. The collection consists of 13 cocktail dresses and 4 gowns. Each style is available in white and black. Keeping true to Binzario
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Couture’s specialty customer service, custom colours and designs are available upon request. Binzario Couture is co-owned by Andre Yabin and Luis Nazario. Andre, the Head Designer and Creative Director, designs with each woman’s individual sense of femininity in mind. Luis, who felt from a young age that he was born to sew, oversees the precise construction of the company’s couture gowns. “Luis and I are thrilled about the unveiling of our new cocktail dress collection, and to pair it with a partnership with Roundup for Autism makes it even more special,” Andre said. “It truly means so much to us to have the opportunity to support Autism Treatment Centers of Texas as well as having amazing sponsors on board too.”
ABOUT BINZARIO COUTURE With more than 25 years of combined experience in bridal and formal wear design, partners Luis Nazario and Andre Yabin joined together in Dallas to create Binzario Couture in 2007. Launching its first evening gown line in 2015, Binzario Couture also offers wedding dress alterations for brides who have already found the wedding dress of their dreams, but wants to add a bit of their own style or would like to explore restyling a legacy wedding gown. The duo has earned numerous accolades from peers and media and have had the opportunity to design and style celebrities including musical artist Jennifer Lane and gospel artist Tamela Mann.. NOV. / DEC. 2015 27
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EveryYou T Highlighting the Power of Styling. his Fall, AND brings forth a new momentum in creation of an eclectic layered collection by highlighting the power of styling for the many ‘YOUs’. Inspired by the woman of today who wears several hats on an everyday basis, the collection offers versatility, suiting the multiple identities every woman represents in her day to day life. Titled ‘For Every You’, this latest collection from AND focuses on a personalized mix of print and colour, to create coveted looks for every event on your calendar while also helping you find more versatility in your closet. An array of choice outfits, from casual cool to dressed up glam, open up a whole new world of styling while emphasising on the versatility of each garment. It’s the art of layering different lengths together so that, while individually, each piece may seem traditional, together they appear to be incredibly stylish. For example, Black and white is a staple colour combination that will never go out of fashion. For an important lunch meeting, you can throw on a solid coloured jacket with it. You can also update your pinstripe classic by mixing and matching unexpected colours. The key is to combine overtly dressy element with more casual pieces. Casual on top, class on bottom. For instance, the cropped proportion of a top with a printed shirt dress and fun accessories is both flattering and polished. From city streets to elaborate events, trends evoke the evolved state of fashion for every occasion. The collection offers a mix of ensembles that make sure you’re ready for whatever life has in store for you, from the
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workaholic you, to the footloose you, the coffee sipper you, to the wine taster you, for the dreamer you, to the go-getter you. These include chic separates, elegant maxi dresses, lightweight dusters, shirt dresses, printed denims, feminine pencil skirts and a lot more. You can layer these looks to complete your quintessential trend for Fall 2015. Consider a subtle cowl neck over a powerful maxi dress – just the ticket to seal the deal in the boardroom and dazzle after office hours. Vintage fashion is revisited this fall as patterns and florals draw inspiration from antique Russian textiles. The colour palette is warm and rich, with hues ranging from subtle beige and rouge pinks to deep navy and reds. Monochrome greys are now tinted, making sure that the blacks and greys stand alone, acting as solid, strong anchors for the season. Moreover, fabrics ranging from lightweight and flowy to slightly textured, with more body and flounce; make the Fall 2015 collection come alive and help you build a strong foundation with a strategic selection of basics that will mix with almost everything in your closet. This season, as you seek to transform your look throughout the day, AND helps you achieve a rich & dynamic look, #ForEveryYou !
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FASHION TRENDS
Global Desi’s Fall 2015 Collection. 32 NOV. / DEC. 2015
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fashion for the global jetsetter girl. From pretty playsuits to party-ready tailoring and straight-up staples, this is the ultimate destination for vacation gear. We’ve basically just packed your suitcase for you.
s a getaway working its way up on your agenda? Then, it’s definitely time to kit yourself out with Global Desi’s latest Fall collection – Trip Away. This latest offering from Global Desi gives wings to your sartorial senses, allowing you to forgo the beaten track and carve your own global fashion boulevard. Whether you’re an avid globetrotter or a newbie nomad, Global Desi has you covered, for your next #TripAway. Resonating with the inherent travelling spirit of the ‘Global Desi girl’, the collection transports you to a world of wanderlust with fun patterns and eclectic prints. Posing in a beautiful amalgamation of practicality and femininity, the collection takes stylish traveling a notch higher. Moreover, the
vibrant and unconventional prints give the feeling of pieces from a treasure chest. Displaying a mix of fashion forward ensembles, bursting with a kaleidoscope of the season’s hottest hues, the collection sees the incorporation of a modern take on loungewear styles, smock dresses, maxis, frilly skirts, peasant tops and jumpsuits. Flowy dresses and asymmetrical silhouettes are the core of this collection’s effortless vibe. Further reflecting the eccentric tone of the traveller is the colour palette which ranges from bold pops of inkpot blue to royal purple and electric pink amidst undertones of whites, blacks and greys. A heady cocktail, where global trends and Indian aesthetics influence style in equal measure, #TripAway is the new language in
About Global Desi Global Desi is, an India-inspired young, colourful, boho-chic brand, with global appeal. Any woman wherever in the world she may be – who loves, lives and breathes the vibrancy of Indian prints and influences, will find a little bit of herself in this label. The collection celebrates the modern woman and her zest for creativity. It is for a woman, who sets her own rules and her creativity is not bound by anything. She flaunts her identity with pride; is free spirited and leaves a lasting impression. The Global Desi collection is, predominantly India-inspired and delves deep into our rich heritage of colours, textures and prints, to combine them to create international appeal. Launched in 2008, the brand is currently available across 76 exclusive brand outlets and multi brand stores across the country. Global Desi opened its first store in Mauritius in 2013 followed by a flagship store in the country in 2014. NOV. / DEC. 2015 33
JEWELRY
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DEEPTI ARORA AHUJA
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UM when chanted long, ends in ‘Amatra’ - connoting the soundless form of OM. Sat-chit-ananda Svarupa in other words. Existence - Consciousness - Bliss describes the essence of AMAATRA. AMAATRA stepped into conscious being in the summer of 2009 as a curated tribal jewellery platform. The brand name itself symbolises the ethos of the collection - temporal & eternal. Analogically, there is a name and a temporal form for the river, but there is no such name and form of the river in the ocean, as all rivers become one in the ocean for eternity. Likewise, our jewellery is fluid in form
Founder & Creative Head Dreams can sometimes turn into vision and a life-long journey fuelled by passion and dedication. The young lady behind this dedicated journey herself is a contemporary woman on the go, a mother, a creative person, a designer, a perfectionist and a lover of good aesthetics. She gave up a lucrative career as a graphic designer to commence her journey. Her labour of love has grown steadily with events, exhibitions and ecommerce over the last few years. With her intuitive flair for going down the road less travelled, she has enterprising expansion plans underway, which will be unrolled in time. For further information or any business queries, write to myamaatrastore@gmail.com To learn more about our collection and stories, join our Facebook community at www.facebook.com/amaatra.jewels which adapts itself effortlessly to the identity of the wearer. You feel complete and even more beautiful outside and within, in eternity. When a woman of today adorns these timeless tribal adornments, we are in our own way, saluting the resilience of Afghani women in the rural regions, keep the traditional craftsmanship going, making their identity known across and promoting woman empowerment. The spirit in you is in sync with the spirit of our jewellery, be it an amulet, necklace, jhumkas, bangles, rings, bracelets, anklets or headwear. Each piece is lovingly handpicked and procured to reach you from the war-torn
regions of Afghanistan, the land of Pashtuns, Hazaras and Turkmans. Amaatra’s patrons are multi-taskers: Whether it be the elegant housewife; caring mother; perfect hostess; woman in power. It is very satisfying to live up to their high expectations in every which role they choose to play out for any occasion. Revel in your existence as an absolute being; love yourself in all truth; and enjoy the bliss in all consciousness of indulging yourself with our heirloom pieces. This jewellery transcends culture, history, time and distance. Pure and simple. NOV. / DEC. 2015 35
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ACCESSORIES Wallis Jewellery Semi-Precious Statement Collar
Debenhams Hot Pink Studs
Dorothy Perkins Jewellery Navy Square Glitter Stud
Wallis Jewellery Statement Cream Flower Collar
Everything that
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Oliver Bonas Koula Double Tassel Chain Earrings
Wallis Jewellery Mixed Metal Stack Rings
Bring out the Magic in your Fall and Winter Fashion with some Stunning Pieces of Jewelry.
Wallis Jew Rhinestone An Ring Neck Dorothy Perkins Jewellery Black Chain Earring
Debenhams Bracelet
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MeMe London Gem Fan Earrings
Accessorize Sienna Multi Coloured Chandelier
MeMe Silver Diamon
Wallis Jewellery Pretty Pastel Flower Stretch Bracelet Dorothy Perkins Jewellery Gem Studded Ring
Wallis Jewellery Mixed Bead Coil Bracelet
Wallis Jewellery Pearl And Rhinestone Stretch Bracelet
MeMe London Gem Fan Earrings Clear Crystal
Debenhams Textured Bracelet
Oliver Bonas Mini Tri Coated Earrings Debenhams Bracelet
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London nd Tiered Ring
MeMe London Fan Angel Wing Earrings
Dorothy Perkins Jewellery Brown Flower Clamp Bracelet Wallis Jewellery Delicate Glitter Teardrop Earrings
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Littlewoods Ireland Love GOLD 9 Carat Yellow Gold Pear Shaped Earring and Pendant Birthstone Set
FOR HER M&Co. Belt Camel Coat, Wrap Shirt, Ponte Zip Trousers, Small Shoulder Bag
l a n o s a e S s e d Sha Littlewoods Ireland Real Techniques Starter Kit
Spoil yourself this Fall with the Shades of the Season and get Inspired by the Beauty all Around you. NPW Wonderland Colour Changing Nail Polish
Wilkinson 3D Smoky Eye Shadow
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Links of London Timeless Sterling Silver Cuff Bracelet
Littlewoods Ireland Marc Jacobs Daisy Dream 50ml
Dune Clutchs
Debenhams Leather Fur Jackets
Sunglasses Shop Nicholas King for London Retro
Moda in Pelle Long Boot
Littlewoods Ireland Carvela Lexi Glitter Two Part Court Shoes Dune Long Boot
Iconic London Lipstick Swatches
Lookagain.co.uk Bow Top Heels
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TIPS & TRICKS
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• What do you do with brittle nails or white stains? Vitamins A and B and biotin are just as important for strong and healthy nails as calcium and magnesium.
Taking Care of your Helping Hands.
It’s Getting Hot in Here During the hot seasons and even a skiing vacation, our hands don’t need less, but rather a different kind of care. The UV radiation of the sun, which is also strong in the wintry mountains in particular, stimulates the development of free radicals on the skin surface that leads to interrupt the distribution of the body’s own melanin pigment. To prevent this from happening, several brands are now offering anti-aging solutions for your hands: they not only contain the mandatory UV protection, but also ingredients protecting from hyperpigmentation and reducing already existing spots. Peeled and Polished Only applying lotion doesn’t cut it. From time to time, hands need to be treated with a complexion refining peel that makes them as soft as velvet. Due to how intense this is on the skin, this should only be done once a 48 NOV. / DEC. 2015
month. For your nails, rather than reaching for clippers, a file gets the nails in peak form and prevents the nail body from splitting.When taking care of your fingernails, the nails should extend past the fingertips by approximately 0.04 inch. It’s Getting Colourful Whether soft shades or rich colours, nail polishes can be found in all colors and textures. But the perfect look requires the right preparation as well. First, the cuticle should be gently pushed back. A special cuticle lotion moisturizes the skin and strengthens the nails to ensure a healthy growth and regenerate brittle, cracked nails. In addition, they provide the nail bed and cuticles with care and thus improve the overall structure of the nails. Next, use a nail polisher, which not only makes the nails shine but also evens up grooves and irregularities. A base coat prevents the natural nail from staining. After that, the nail polish can be uniformly applied starting from the cuticle to the tip of the nail. As a final layer, a topcoat is applied that protects the nail polish from chipping and gives the nails its ultimate shine. Further Tips & Tricks • When doing household tasks such as cleaning or washing dishes it is recommended to wear gloves in order to prevent the skin from dehydrating, and to prevent irritation. • A bright skin tone is mostly conceived as being younger, whereas pigmented spots make us look older. This also applies to the hands, which is why they shouldn’t be neglected when it comes to sun protection. • Once in a while, you should complete intensive care such as a serum. This enhances the absorbing capacity of the skin, and it is advised to peel the hands prior to the application. • A special trick: Many dermatologists recommend their patients to apply their face care regimen using the back of their hands.
Nourishing Hand Cream by Inis Fresh, clean, energizing, Inis the Energy of the Sea makes you feel close to the ocean no matter where you are. Top notes of lemon and marine bring a feeling of freshness and sunshine on your face, heart notes of lily of the valley are like a soft summer breeze on your body while base notes of sandalwood and clove give an earthy warmth
Herbacin Kamille Soft Hand Cream Is a light, soft hand cream. Absorbs rapidly. Protective and moisturizing active substances such as vitamin E, plant glycerine and provitamin B5 in a specially mild formula
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ur hands are remarkably efficient work tools, and it’s hardly surprising that they are one of the most stressed parts of our body. Your hands are the first thing people notice about you second to your face: dry skin and unkempt nails ruin the impression of a well-groomed appearance. Stay cool No matter what the season of the year, our hands seem to never get a break. It’s time to give our hands a special treatment. Since neither the back of the hand nor the palms have little to no oil glands, a hand cream containing intensively nourishing ingredients such as urea, almond or evening primrose oil is going to be our best friend during the cold season of the year. The best bet is to always keep a tube in the handbag to be well protected while on the move. Ideally, the hand cream is applied after hand washing but for an intensive treatment, the cream can be applied overnight for chapped and extremely dry hands.
help prevent the skin from Herbacin kamille Glycerine hand cream. With the “invisible” glove! This cream contains a triple combination of active ingredients: • Chamomile to heal and restore. • Glycerin to smooth, moisturize, and maintain the skin’s elasticity. • Silicon to act like an invisible glove, protecting against everyday environmental abuse.
Deep Steep - Argan Oil Deep Steep, the all-natural bath, body and skin care brand from Royal Labs Natural Cosmetics, has announced the launch of their new Deep Steep Argan line, including liquid hand wash, foaming hand wash. Argan Oil has the unique quality of instant absorption into the skin, restoring lost moisture while improving softness and elasticity. La Chemie Revigorer (Invigorate) Walnut Scrub Naturally exfoliates, cleanses, purifies and tones the skin. Hydrates and nourishes with
Herbacin Kamille Hand & Nail Balm A fast-absorbing and highly effective lotion with the properties and combination of ingredients of hand and body cream. Dr.’s Remedy - Nails & Skin Vitamin The perfect blend of nutrients supports normal cell growth, repairs damaged cells, and helps create new tissue. Think stronger, healthier nails!
key essential lipids, stimulates circulation which helps to deliver oxygen and nutrients to the skin. • Unique Walnut Husk/Luffa blend is a gentle, yet powerful exfoliant. • Custom essential oil blend tones, conditions and brightens the skin gently and effectively. • Natural fragrance is stimulating, uplifting and energizing.
Skin Authority Oil Nutrient for Nails The Oil Nutrient for Nails is a proprietary “essential oil cocktail” that provides antioxidant, antiinflammatory, and moisture barrier repair without weight or a greasy feeling. Susanne Kaufmann Hand Lotion The light Susanne Kaufmann hand lotion contains nourishing ingredients of mallow, witch hazel and aloe vera. It is not greasy, absorbed quickly and it has a pleasant aroma. The skin is long lasting nourished and supplied with moisture. Broccoli oil and walnut leaf extract as well as vitamin E make the skin wonderfully soft and supple. OPI Limited Edition Big League Color! Featuring a range of red, orange, blue and white hues, MLB Collection by OPI shades are ideal to mix, match and wear. NOV. / DEC. 2015 49
MAKEUP LAUNCH
Fashion
Forward H&M Launches Beauty Range this Autumn. 50 NOV. / DEC. 2015
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&M is proud to announce the arrival of a new range of beauty products. The launch is hitting the stores this season with a full range of makeup as well as haircare, bodycare and beauty tools. Fashion is at the heart of the range with an ever-evolving makeup selection that focuses on seasonal looks, ideas and colours. The products will be available in over 900 stores worldwide and online at hm.com. The launch comes at a time when makeup is more important than ever for personal style, whether the look is natural, classic or fashion-forward. There will be new, dedicated beauty areas in the stores to help customers experiment with trends and develop a look that’s all their own. “We are very excited to have ‘fashion for the face’ on offer at H&M. It’s an opportunity to be inventive, creative and to have fun with colours”, says Sara Wallander, concept designer at H&M Beauty.
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Fashion
Forward with
H&M
There will be over 700 beautifully packaged makeup products in the range at launch time, with seasonal drops of new and limited edition colour collections. The range, which will replace existing beauty products at H&M, will also include two subsidiary collections: a premium beauty line and a conscious range of Ecocertapproved sustainable products.
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MAKEUP LAUNCH
Forward with
H&M
Viibrant colours and effects. Application is quick and easy – one coat of the high-gloss formula provides a rich, flawless finish. 54 NOV. / DEC. 2015
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Richly pigmented lipstick with a matte, velvety finish and easy one-stroke application. The moisturising formula combines natural oils with conditioning vitamin E for a soft and supple feel. NOV. / DEC. 2015 55
MAKEUP
Subtle&
Refined
Get the Classy Look with Nomad.
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woman’s desire to look and feel beautiful is universal, but the way she achieves it varies across the world based on local influences. This insight, and the many stories and destinations behind it are the inspirations behind this beauty brand. Introducing Nomad Cosmetics – Universal Beauty, Locally Inspired Nomad Cosmetics is the latest in high quality makeup products and premium formulas. However, this brand is about so much more than just amazing products - it is about capturing a story, a destination, an experience. We want to inspire women with beauty from all corners of the world, and let them discover the essence of different destinations and become true Beauty Nomads. The aim is to connect with the consumers’ core belief that experiences, not things, are most important. Hence we have created a brand in Nomad Cosmetics that is truly authentic and has a strong sense of place. It all starts with beauty looks and formula benefits that reflect the destinations’ unique qualities, continues with shades inspired by local characteristics and unique landmarks, and ends with names and quotes written in the local languages. In addition, Nomad Cosmetics will be giving back a percentage of profits and working with a local charity at each locale in order to support these destinations that have inspired us.
Launch Collection of 4 Hero Beauty Palettes From Around the World Nomad Cosmetics launches with a collection of 4 beauty palettes, each of which takes inspiration from a captivating destination around the world and includes a specially designed set of makeup products that enable women to recreate the complete or individual aspects of the beauty look discovered in that destination. 56 NOV. / DEC. 2015
To deliver on the brand promise, Nomad Cosmetics palettes are designed holistically in every detail to create a sensorial use experience: each palette comes with unique graphics, premium formulas and colors, inspiring shade names, and an authentic fragrance incorporated into our new-to-theworld SensExperienceTM scented cosmetics packaging. The patent-pending SensExperienceTM technology infuses fragrance into the packaging, giving each palette a unique and locally-inspired scent that transports the user to the destination each time she opens it. All Nomad Cosmetics products are cruelty-free and never tested on animals, and free of parabens and phthalates.
The 4 hero launch beauty palettes include: • NOMAD x NYC – Beauty Palette No. 01 Inspiration: Concrete Jungle - You either make it in the Concrete Jungle of New York City or you don’t - it is fast-paced and hectic. But it is also the place of big dreams and where the young and ambitious work, play, and display their individual style.
Beauty Look: Edgy-Urban Beauty - The eyes have it in this edgy-urban beauty look. A juxtaposition of harsh and delicate that exemplifies New York City, the look combines cold grays, deep blues and colourless whites that mimic the tough city streets with soft pinks seen when the new day sun hits the ever-present skyscrapers. For the endless melting pot, a colorful blush and a deep bronzer perfectly accentuate any face.
• NOMAD x Stockholm – Beauty Palette No. 02 Inspiration: Nordic Cool - With its trendy fashion labels, hip design and stylish beauty, Stockholm is the epicenter of Nordic Cool. The feeling is simple and minimalistic, but
always with a twist - serene yet with an underlying sense of rebellion. Beauty Look: Natural Beauty - With a focus on face, the Stockholm look is one of natural beauty, defined by strong cheekbones and accents on eyes and lips. The colors work together for a minimalist yet stylish look. Flushed cheeks after a crisp walk, highlighted skin from the summer sun, eyes with cool tones that reflect the whites and silvers of winter, and lips that are kissed with soft color and shine.
• NOMAD x Firenze – Beauty Palette No. 03 Inspiration: La Bella Figura - La Bella Figura is an essential life philosophy for the Florentines. It is about presentation: how one looks, carries oneself, makes the best possible impression. La Bella Figura means patience for the enjoyment of life. Beauty Look: Classic Beauty - The scene stealer in this Florentine look are rich red lips that command attention. A classic beauty style defined by Sophia and Marilyn, the look is completed with strong and defined brows to frame the face, wing tipped eyeliner for a subtle cat eye and a touch of bronzer to give the sense of time spent under the Tuscan sun.
• NOMAD x Marrakesh – Beauty Palette No. 04 Inspiration: The Medina - The Medina, the old town of Marrakesh, is evocative, mysterious and enigmatic. Within its walls there are moments of deep beauty but they are unexpected and lie hidden – waiting to be discovered. Beauty Look: Alluring Beauty - Eyes take center stage in this alluring beauty look, capturing the mystery and energy of Marrakesh. Deep black eyeliner and mascara define the eyes while the warm vibrant eye shadows accentuate the look. Inspired by the golden spices of the markets and sands of the desert, the blues of local gardens and the reds of the city, the shadows bring to life this exotic beauty look.
About Nomad Cosmetics Nomad Cosmetics is a premium color cosmetics brand created by a husband and wife team that wanted to combine their years of experience in the beauty industry with their passion and love of travel. Inspired by all the beauty they have encountered traveling around the world, Nomad Cosmetics brings to life the unique and authentic characteristics of different global destinations. With high quality products and premium formulas.
All 4 beauty palettes are available for pre-order at NomadMakeup.com
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SKIN CARE
be Delectable
+ EOS
A Perfect Pairing for the Holidays!
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t the forefront of the dessert beauty trend, be Delectable from Cake Beauty is renowned for its natural and good-foryou delectably-scented hand creams and luxurious body products. To make this holiday season even sweeter, be Delectable offers a luscious array of new limited-edition sets, perfect for stocking stuffers and hostess gifts, sure to delight friends and family. All are exclusive at Kohl’s. And making natural beauty news, the innovative natural brand has come together with renowned fellow green brand Evolution of Smooth (EOS) for a perfect holiday pairing, packed with shea butter! The Be your sweetest & smoothest from lips to fingertips set, includes the best-selling be Delectable strawberry & cream hand cream, a red carpet and celebrity favorite and EOS’s wildly popular lip balm in sweet mint, a wonderfully nourishing winter must have. Be Delectable, Leader of the Dessert Beauty Trend Introduces New LimitedEdition Gift Sets & Stocking Stuffers. “It was only natural (no pun intended) to join forces with EOS for holiday”, says Cake Beauty founder, Heather Reier. “be Delectable is a huge fan of the entire Evolution of Smooth collection, and by pairing both of our hydrating best sellers together, we are offering the ultimate must-have for winter hydration ‘from lips to fingertips’.” Sexy shimmer is also new this season. be Delectable’s irresistible The Big Holiday Get Together set includes a limited edition shimmering Sweet Mint & Cream Triple Moisture Body Lotion that gives soft, seasonal shimmer while keeping the body soft, moisturized and glowing for every party and celebration. Gifts for All-Natural Holiday Happiness: Be Your Sweetest & Smoothest From Lips to Fingertips Set This tempting combination includes a be
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Delectable ultra nourishing hand cream in the brand’s bestselling strawberry & cream scent with a hydrating sweet mint EOS lip balm. Formulated with up to 95% natural ingredients including coconut oil, aloe vera, and shea butter. They are free of parabens, sodium chloride, phthalates, GMO’s, mineral oil, petrolatum, gluten and triclosan – and are not tested on animals. The Big Holiday Get-Together Set Give your beautiful bod the luxury treatment with this triple moisture body lotion sampler gift set sweetened with a special bonus - a limited edition shimmering Sweet Mint & Cream Triple Moisture Body Lotion. This beautiful body lotion is blended with nourishing shea butter, rejuvenating coconut oil and soothing aloe vera, and comes in four delicious flavors: coconut & cream, strawberry & cream, lemon & cream, and vanilla and cream. They’re formulated with up to 95% natural ingredients and free of parabens, sodium chloride, phthalates, GMO’s, mineral oil, petrolatum, gluten and triclosan – and is not tested on animals. Classic be Delectable Gift Kits available for the holidays include: be Delectable Hair & Body Mist Set Like nothing else you’ve seen. Decadent Hair & Body Mist is a new essential whether to spritz on after yoga or on the way to after-work drinks. Blended with real fruit extract and aloe vera, it’s non-drying, won’t stain clothing and is a great alternative to traditional fragrance options. All four of the scents are perfectly balanced and work as well for day as for night.
be Delectable Hand Cream Set These beautifully ultra nourishing Hand Creams are made with the highest quality ingredients, including the purest Shea butter and coconut oil. They help nourish and soften the skin and cuticles to keep hands looking beautiful. Never greasy, be Delectable hand cream absorbs quickly into the skin and leaves it feeling light and smooth. be Delectable Mini-Set Trios Delightful travel sized body wash, body mist and body lotion, they are perfect for those on the go. Available in one of four delicious be Delectable flavors: strawberry & cream, lemon & cream, coconut & cream, and vanilla & cream. be Delectable is now exclusive at Kohl’s stores across the United States. Its parent brand, Cake Beauty, is a fan-favorite at Sephora stores across Canada, and has recently launched on ulta.com. The best-selling Cake Beauty brand emphasizes gourmand scents, luxurious textures and multi-purpose product offerings. Infused with 90 to 95 percent raw and natural ingredients, Cake Beauty products are nourishing, resultsoriented and free of Parabens, sodium chloride, phthalates, sodium lauryl sulfate, GMOs, mineral oil, petrolatum, gluten & triclosan. be Delectable is exclusive at Kohl’s stores throughout the U.S. as well as through Kohls.com
Rejuvenate
yourSkin With Sensitivity in Mind.
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LA Skincare was founded by Dr. Mary Lee Amerian, a cosmetic dermatologist of national renown with an active practice in Santa Monica, California. “I founded MLA Skincare because I have exceptionally sensitive skin and I found that my skin reacted to every rejuvenating skin care product that I used. This led me on a search for highly effective yet exceptionally gentle skin care solutions that were appropriate for all women, even women with exceptionally sensitive skin like me. I call this approach ‘Powerful Yet Gentle,’ and I incorporate this concept into the design of every MLA Skincare product.” At the heart of every MLA Skincare product is the Perfect 9 Complex®, a proprietary formulation of 9 highly effective rejuvenating and soothing ingredients, including peptides, ceramides, and antioxidants, plus botanicals, vitamins, and conditioners. The rejuvenating ingredients in the Perfect 9 Complex reduce the appearance of fine lines, even skin tone, support the skin barrier function, and help preserve collagen and elastin in the skin, providing a brighter, smoother, and more ageless look. The soothing ingredients moisturize the skin and provide antioxidants and anti-irritants to protect and calm the skin. MLA Skincare currently offers five
products designed to work together to provide your skin with exceptional rejuvenation, protection and prevention. Consumers may select products for use based on each person’s unique needs. Every ingredient chosen is based upon scientific evidence of unsurpassed effectiveness, safety, and purity. In addition, any ingredients that demonstrated even a remote potential for toxicity or were unusually harsh were carefully excluded from the formulations. Thus, MLA products do not contain glycolic acid, hydroquinone, parabens, sulfates, BPA, or phthalates. As a result, the MLA Skincare line is not only unmatched in its quality and effectiveness but is also gentle on the skin. Power Cream is the signature product of MLA Skincare providing a potent defense against the signs of aging skin. Power Cream is lightweight and rapidly absorbed. Users of Power Cream love these features!
In addition to the 9 ingredients in the Perfect 9 Complex, it also includes additional botanicals, vitamins, antioxidants, peptides, and moisturizers. This combination of ingredients reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, evens skin tone and colour, moisturizes, and helps the skin look and feel rejuvenated. Please feel free to contact Dr. Amerian directly with any questions or comments or to make an appointment. Tel: 310-829-9396 Email: maryleeamerianmd@gmail.com www.mlaskincare.com www.maryleeamerian.com
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HAIR CARE
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eep Steep, the all-natural bath, body and skin care brand from Royal Labs Natural Cosmetics, has announced the launch of two new all-natural hair care formulas: Argan Hydrating Volume, and Color Vibrancy. Both new formulas will be available as shampoo and conditioner in 10oz tubes and new liter-size pump bottles. New liter-size bottles will also be offered for Nourishing Volume, Glossy Smoothing, Daily Repairing and Weightless Moisture shampoo and conditioner formulas. Argan Hydrating Volume was developed to address the growing demand of volumizing hair care products, as evidenced by the huge success of Deep Steep Nourishing Volume products. “Our goal for the new Argan Hydrating Volume formula was to provide the ultimate full-bodied hair”, according to Paul Lieber, Founder and CEO. “We developed a high-performance all-natural blend which includes lightweight Organic Argan Oil, Apricot Extract, Rice Protein and Organic Quinoa Protein. Our customers will enjoy seeing a transformation of fine, flat hair
LockinthatColour
into thicker, full-bodied hair that’s still soft and natural-looking”. Colour Vibrancy shampoos and conditioners are being launched to provide a natural alternative to the estimated 75% of American women who, according to a WebMD survey, admit to color-treating their hair. Salt-free and sulphate-free, Colour Vibrancy formulas feature Sunflower Seed and Rosemary Extract to lock in color and promote healthy, luminous hair. Deep Steep personal care products were first launched in 2002 by environmentally concerned entrepreneurs Paul and Peggy Lieber, who formulate and produce the line from their own facility in Charleston, SC. “We offer Deep Steep in response to growing interest from consumers and retailers in a fragrancedriven line of bath and body products with the scent and performance of popular luxury products, only without the use of harmful ingredients or petroleum products”, commented Peggy Lieber. All Deep Steep products are guaranteed free of chemical preservatives, parabens, artificial fragrances, petroleum, mineral oil, sodium lauryl sulphate and other questionable ingredients.
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MIX
Missy Empire Red Tassel Clutch
Moda in Pelle Long Boots
The Snow hasn’t Started to Fall yet so why not Rock your Look before we Bundle up for the Long Winter Ahead.
Folli Follie Aegean Breeze Watch
Cadenzza Statement Glamour Roung Long Earclips
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Moda in Pelle Animali Scarf
Sunglasses Shop Michael Kors Sunglasses
Cadenzza Miquella Grey Pearl Opulent Necklace
Marks & Spencer Faux Fur Bobble Hat
Dune Hand Bag
Cadenzza Azzaro Vendome Bracelet
New Look Teal Blanket Wrap
Dune Courts/Sandals
Dune Leather glaps
Dune Back Zippered Heels
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WINTERWEAR
Cool,Crisp & Modern “A Frozen Landscape” Sentaler’s Fall/Winter 2015 Collection.
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Textured and Warmer Bojana introduces multiple styles made from the textured Suri alpaca, which is ideal for keeping warm in the true winter months. Transitional weather can be styled in the lighter alpaca weights offered in the new collection. Icy Palettes Sentaler sheds new light to classic dreary winter shades with an array of stunning soft pastels including ice blue, rose dust, shale grey, chamois, and winter white. Classic palettes of midnight, black and camel round out the collection’s color offering.
Cozy Wraps Shawl collar ponchos, cozy wraps and longer coat lengths are all new design features to keep out the cold, while maintaining style. Sentaler’s signature ribbed detail is incorporated into sleeves and collars throughout the new collection. Sentaler obtains the highest quality alpaca fabrics from the original alpacas in the Andes of Peru. The coats are known for impeccable craftsmanship with attention to every detail. The FW 2015 Collection is now available at the Sentaler Showroom in Toronto, online at www.sentaler. com, and will be launching shortly at Holt Renfrew Bloor St., Toronto, Yorkdale Mall, Montreal, Calgary and Vancouver downtown locations. We invite you to come and preview the collection in person, and to meet designer Bojana Sentaler to discuss the latest designs. The Sentaler showroom is located at 555 Richmond St. W, suite 404.
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nspired by crystal formations and plunging temperatures, Sentaler’s latest collection was designed for the Canadian fashionista who needs to survive cooler weather with style and warmth.
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CLUTCH IT
Out
n the beach, or on a plane; bags are a necessity this season and always! Handmade in Bali and crafted with dedication and patience – HELMER produces chic, timeless pieces perfect for everyday use, while featuring bold textures and designs sure to stand out amongst a crowd. The HELMER handbag brand pulls inspiration from various cultures and destinations making it the ultimate handbag and accessory collection that embraces craftsmanship, style, functionality, and practicality. Helmer’s chic and sleek accessories can accompany you on your own travels, whether it is across mountains and oceans, or simply around the corner. Shevanne 66 NOV. / DEC. 2015
and Danielle Helmer, the creators of Helmer, designed the first collection focusing on simple pieces with a variety of beautiful colors using exotic skins and traditional Batik material. All of the collections are carefully crafted in Bali by local, family-run artisans that have been creating handbags for generations. Helmer prides itself simply as creative intermediaries bringing simple classic pieces with a variety of beautiful and unique designs to customers from experiences and travels around the world. HELMER also joins the Safe Childhoods Foundation in raising funds for their work in combatting crimes against children in the developing countries.
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Chic, Timeless Pieces with Bold Textures.
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PUMP IT
Trends & Inspiration – Maison des Talons.
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or FW 15-16, Creative Director Susanne Villiger captures the essence of street style with an ingenious twist. Inspired by her adopted home Los Angeles and its surrounding urban cultures, she successfully meshes different design elements into a non-conforming, slightly rebellious yet cohesive and effortlessly chic advanced contemporary collection. This collection tells the story of a skater who crashes into a biker, a tribe who meets a runner, a cowboy who lassos a rocker and an uptown girl who wakes up downtown. It’s Susanne’s LA story, her true DNA – a bit rockn’ roll, definitely quirky and free spirited with a lot of European class and finesse. MATERIALS AND COLOURS Fusion is the name of the game: Skate constructions are combined with biker details, classic Moccasins are fused with sneaker elements, typical cowboy stitching provides different styles with a cowboy glam
and by creating a series of sandals with detachable and interchangeable uppers, the present meets the future. Soft calf leather, futuristic neoprene, luxurious lizard & snake imprinted calf leather and soft suede are skillfully combined to evoke a unique, urban chic vibe. The color palette comprises clean black and white, different shades of grey and earthy browns up to striking red tones, whilst a powdery, shimmery taupe provides certain styles with a rocky, glamorous touch. NOV. / DEC. 2015 69
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Trends & Inspiration – Maison des Talons.
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Vision Express Hugo Boss Men's Black Sunglassest
RED5 Blink Time Watches
Argos Citizen Men's Eco-Drive Blue Dial Chronograph Watch
Get The Label Wolsey Mens Firbeck Chunky Cable Scarf
RED5 Tetris Light
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Be Mr.Practicality Look your Finest and be Practical with these Amazing Fall and Winter Must-Haves!
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Superdry nter Jacket
Mens at Dune Tassle Bag
Boticca Slim Fit iPad Mini Sleeve
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Marks & Spencer Iconic Eau de Toilette
Topman Leather Jacket
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Mens at Dune Leather glaps
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Laugh
Out Loud Making the World a Happy Place.
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li Hassan is a stand-up comic, actor, chef and generally harmless Muslim who has performed on stages across Canada, the U.S. and twice in the Middle East at the Amman Stand-Up Comedy Festival. In 2012, Ali was invited to perform at the Just For Laughs Festival in
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Montreal and Toronto’s JFL42. In 2014, Ali performed at the Winnipeg Comedy Festival. He was also nominated for a Canadian Comedy Award for “Best Breakout Artist.” He is known for his improvisational abilities with audiences as well as his charm and wit. His comedy routines tackle
everything from food to culture to his introduction to parenthood - which is encapsulated in his one-man show “FROM ZERO TO HERO,” a comedic journey of a single man becoming a father of 3 children in under two years. Host of Laugh Out Loud on CBC Radio & SiriusXM, Ali has a base of over a million listeners. He was also the Lead Comedy Panelist on CBC Television’s George Stroumboulopoulos Tonight, recording over 160 episodes between 2012 and 2014. Ali has graced the big screen in 3 award-winning films: Breakaway, French Immersion and most recently, as the Lebanese “Uncle Stevie” opposite Seann William Scott, Jay Baruchel and Eugene Levy in the hockey hit Goon!
Photo Courtesy Ali Hassan
ENTERTAINER
GLAMOROUS FEATURES ON SOUTH ASIAN FASHION & LIFESTYLE TRENDS. North America’s Leading Magazine. www.faizimediapublishing.com www.desifashionmag.com
HIGHLIGHTS
Spirit Lights
2nd Annual Diwali Festival of Lights Entertains All!
Photo Courtesy Sanjay Agnihotri
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he Diwali Festival of Lights took place on a perfect, sunny Sunday with amazing performances, yummy eats, contests and prizes and fireworks! The Great Punjab Business Centre was teeming with families who came out in full force to enjoy the second annual event, that was presented by Lebara. The outdoor mela’s associate sponsor was Brita. After a Saturday awash with rain, attendees enjoyed the sunshine and comparatively warm weather on Sunday as top vendors from the GTA presented their wares. Musicians from Band Bajha Brass set the mood with their jazz tunes while attendees enjoyed several giveaways and goodies by presenting sponsor Lebara. “As the universal brand for the world’s migrant community, Lebara appreciates the importance of respecting diversity and celebrating cultural events. We’re proud to support the Spirit of Lights festival in Mississauga and we’d like to wish everyone a happy and prosperous Diwali,” said Mr. Yoganathan Ratheesan, Lebara Group’s Chairman and CEO. Sponsors Brita had a lively memory card game going, which saw patrons win amazing prizes like filtration systems and gorgeous Diwali diyas. The daylong celebration began on a high
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note with a Bollywood dance workshop by Sanskriti Arts followed by some foot-stomping performances by singers like Pratik and Shrija, Deep Jandu, Elly Mangat and crowd favourite, Parmjit Hans. “Diwali is all about spending time with loved ones. So, we wanted to create an event that did just that; from the youngest to the oldest, we wanted people from all walks of life and cultures to come out and spend the day with their family and friends; and celebrate Diwali like we do back home,” said Sanjay Agnihotri, Director, Business
Development, Metroland Specialty Markets. Kids were treated to special gifts at the Disney on Ice booth where one could also buy performance tickets at a discounted rate! While kids also enjoyed face painting, balloon making and bouncy castles, magicians, attendees made a beeline for some yummy treats, courtesy hospitality sponsor, Apna Taste, a division of Samosa and Sweets Factory. YouTube comedian Rupan Bal had the audience in splits with his witty one-liners as he introduced the evening entertainment-a lively Giddha dance team, renowned flautist Jeetu Prakash along with violinist, Natarajan and the martial arts team from AMA Dojo offered a variety of entertainment. Throughout the day, the event was graced by several political dignitaries, which included, MP- MississaugaMalton, Navdeep Bains, MP-Brampton East,Raj Grewal, MP-Brampton North, Ruby Sahota, MP-Brampton Centre,
Rameshwar Sangha and leader of the Progressive Conservative Party of Ontario, Patrick Brown. As a crisp evening breeze settled in, singing sensation and one of the most popular Punjabi artists, known for her powerful vocals and stage presence, Harmandeep took the stage and blew audiences away with an energetic performance. Audiences were on their feet as headliner, Raj Brar regaled them with some foot-stomping numbers. While the audience enjoyed tons of stage prizes and giveaways at the event, Balaji Manoharan, EA Lebara Group, came on stage to present the grand prize- an Apple
watch to attendee, Rajinder Mangat. The grand finale was a slick performance by the youngsters of the Shiamak Davar Group (International Canada) who danced to latest Bollywood numbers like “Yeh Shaam Shandaar” and “Gallan Goodiyan” among other hits. The evening ended with a grand fireworks display, sponsored by Coca Cola, that lit up the skies! As one of the biggest and most popular festivals in the South Asian community, Diwali celebrates the triumph of good over evil. A time to get together with the entire family, the Festival of Lights was the perfect weekend celebration! NOV. / DEC. 2015 77
DÉCOR Exit Interiors Silk Anthracite Grey Wall Clock
Furniture Village Harlequin Marion Wing Chair MiaFleur Black Geometric Candle Holder
BHS Small Bell Jar Table Lamp
Amara Ceramic Vase with Dotted Detail - Mauve
Amara Textured Ceramic Navy Vase
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Mens at Dune Tassle Bag
Amara White Flower Pendant Ceiling Light
Amara Raggy Lamp
How Room-antic
Fall in Love with your Room by Bringing the Romance back through Colourful Accents.
MiaFleur Silver Duck Decanter
Amara Base Table Light Brass
MiaFleur Emerald Lustre Vases
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INTERIOR DESIGNER
Inspirations from Nature.
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Photo Courtesy Shalini Misra
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efore finishing her MSc in architecture at UCL Bartlett in London, Shalini was asked to design the interiors of a four bedroom flat in London for a client who lived overseas. Being a pure-play architect, who had researched construction at Carnegie Mellon in Pittsburg and studied urban planning at Columbia New York, designing a personal pied-a-terre was a true challenge which turned into a love story with interiors. This first interior design project kick-started an ever evolving style, with a deep-rooted understanding of volumes of spaces. Twenty years later, and with the trained eye of an architect, Shalini has designed several homes internationally. Her love of travel and ability to absorb different cultural designs have helped her to create exclusive and eye-catching high-end interiors. u
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INTERIOR DESIGNER
Shalini strives to develop spaces that stimulate the senses and uses seductive lighting to form intimate designs. She also has a passion for textures and all that is tactile, particularly crisp cottons, soft laundered linens, silks, faux furs, cashmere and leathers. Soft glow candles set the mood in many of her projects and surprising bursts of colour awaken her monochromatic palette. In effect, Shalini’s style can be described as sensual, timeless and luxurious.
Shalini has a remarkable real estate portfolio with two award winning penthouses located in Regents Park. Shalini is often asked to lecture in universities, interior design schools and conferences where she highlights the importance of deriving the right concept for each project. Understanding the need of the client and proposing the right mood to suit their lifestyle is the key essence of her work and she considers a disappointed client to be her biggest failure. Happily, many of Shalini’s
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“I AM FILLED WITH JOY WHEN STANDING IN AN EMPTY SPACE, BEGINNING TO SEE DESIGNS FORM AROUND ME,” - SAYS SHALINI MISRA. Shalini is constantly learning from nature, which is her biggest inspiration. She also uses works of leading artists and galleries from around the world, handpicking unique pieces to complement her designs and express each of her client’s individuality. Her love of art goes beyond her designs; Shalini is on the Tate’s SAAC committee which acquires art from South Asia and regularly attends art shows such as Frieze in London and Art Basel. Not only a designer, but also a luxury developer, 82 NOV. / DEC. 2015
clients return time and time again, seeking her fusion of classical and contemporary design and signature “always lived there” feeling. Shalini Misra’s most recent acquisition is a grand Victorian lateral apartment in the heart of Mayfair that required complete refurbishment, and has many exciting projects in the pipeline; including the launch of her beautiful ceramic pots, inspired by leaf patterns and her collaborations with high profile furniture makers. www.shalinimisra.com
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MUST HAVE
Boca Do Lobo
IconicPieces Handcrafted by Experienced Artisans
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BUT IF YOU PREFER WOOD PIECES, YOU CANNOT MISS THE GUGGENHEIM CABINET
AND WHAT ABOUT OUR HERITAGE SIDEBOARD HAND PAINTED BLUE TILES MAKE IT ONE OF OUR BESTSELLERS ALL OVER THE WORLD oca do Lobo emotional pieces are handmade in Portugal by talented artisans who use their wisdom from years of experience to combine traditional manufacturing techniques with the latest technological methods to shape the finest materials into furniture which gives rise to timeless luxurious cosmopolitan environments.
THE PIXEL CABINET HAS 1088 HAND PAINTED TRIANGLES
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AND, OF COURSE, OUR EDEN TABLE WOULD BE ONE OF THE STARTS OF THIS RENOWNED TRADE SHOW
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BON APPÉTIT
Get
WholeAgain!
Awaken your Taste Buds with Wonderful Mouth-watering Dishes. Grains are such a staple food that they are used to make flour for breads, cookies, Recipe: (Makes for 4 people) 2 cups cracked wheat 1 small onion (optional) chopped 1/4 cup peas 1/4 cup corn kernels (optional) 1/4 cup diced carrot 1/4 cup green 1/4 cup of diced potatoes 1/4 red bell pepper 1 tsp cumin seeds or jeera 1 – 2 tsp red chilli powder or per taste 1/2 tsp of turmeric powder 1 tbsp Oil 2 – 3 tsp Ghee or clarified butter 1/2 lime or lemon juice Salt to taste
Heat ghee in a pan and sauté the cracked wheat on medium flame until it is toasted.
cakes, pasta, noodles, couscous and for fermentation in making beer and more. They are packed with Protein, Carbohydrates, Fiber, Iron and very less amount of fat. “I grew up eating it day in and day out that not a single day went by without wheat in my family’s diet. A hot and fluffy Chappati or Roti made by my Mom even with a side of raita or pickle was the best thing to eat in this world” – Priya Kothari.
Then add twice the amount of water and pressure cook it. in the meanwhile, heat oil in a pan, add jeera. Add all the vegetables and sauté well. Add the red chilli powder, turmeric, salt and mix well. Sprinkle some water if necessary to cook the vegetables. Once the vegetables are cooked, mix in the cooked cracked wheat. Squeeze the lime juice, garnish with cilantro and serve hot. This dish could be eaten any time – breakfast, lunch or dinner.
Upma Recipe: (Makes for 3 – 4 people) 1 cup sooji 1 carrot diced 1 potato diced 1 onion or shallots chopped 1/2 bell pepper diced 2 small pieces of ginger (approx. 1 tsp) 1 green chili – halved A couple of kari leaves 1 tsp black mustard seeds 2 tsp urad dal Salt to taste 2 – 3 tsp oil A few slices of cashews 1/2 – 1 tsp lime or lemon juice
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Photos & Text: © 365 Days of Pure Vegetarian by Priya Kothari
Dalia
Muthia
Sooji Dhokla
Recipe: (For 4 people)
Recipe: (Makes for 3 – 4 people)
1 cup wheat flour 1/4 cup besan 1/2 cup sooji Finely chopped spinach or grated lauki or any vegetable of your choice Salt per taste Ajwain seeds 1 tsp 1 tsp ginger minced Fresh coriander finely chopped Red chili powder per taste Oil Plain dahi or yogurt For Tempering: 1 tsp oil 1/2 tsp mustard seeds 1/2 tsp sesame seeds black or white Few kari leaves
1 cup sooji or ready made packet 3 – 4 tbsp dahi Green chillies finely chopped (optional) 2 tsp Ginger paste (optional) 2 tbsp oil 10 fl.oz water 3 tsp rye 1 – 2 tsp red mirchi powder A few green chilies slit lengthwise for garnish Dhania finely chopped for garnish 1 teaspoon of Eno fruit salt or baking soda Salt as per taste
Mix all the ingredients except oil and dahi, taste for seasonings and adjust. Pour a tsp of oil and mix well. You should see crumbles of the mixture, if not, add some more oil. Knead it to form dough just a little loose than roti or pizza dough. If you need to add water to get the consistency, add dahi or yogurt instead. Form the cylindrical shape such as my Gatte Ki Saag and put in a steamer and steam it inside a pressure cooker or whatever vessel you have for about 15 minutes. Insert a tooth pick in the center to check if it is cooked. Let it cool for a few minutes before cutting into bite size pieces. Heat oil for tempering, add mustard seeds, let it splutter; add sesame seeds and kari leaves. Now add the muthia’s and sauté for a few minutes until you see golden brown edges. Serve hot as is or with mydhania chutney. In a pan, heat oil and add the mustard seeds. Let it splutter and then add the urad dal and sauté until it turns golden brown. Add the onions, ginger, green chili. cashews and sauté. Add the rest of the vegetables and mix well. Sprinkle a little bit of water is necessary, then cover it with a lid and let it cook until the vegetables are half cooked. Now add the sooji and toast it until you can smell the aroma. Then add 2 times water for each cup of sooji. Of course, add more water if needed. Add salt, lime juice and taste. Adjust seasonings if necessary. Bring it to a boil, lower the flame, cover it with a lid and let it cook for another 5 minutes. Serve hot with coconut chutney or pickle or just by itself.
Mix sooji, oil, water, dahi, ginger paste, chopped green chilies and keep aside for about 20 minutes. Pour some water in a vessel preferably a pressure cooker and heat it. Grease another vessel that will fit inside the cooker. Just before pouring the mixture, add the eno, mix and pour. Cover with a lid and let it steam. If you are using a pressure cooker, it’s easier to let the steam out. Else, use a lid which has a hole in it so as to let the steam escape. Cook for about 20 minutes. Check by inserting a knife or a tooth pick to see if the mixture sticks to it. If it doesn’t, then the dhokla has cooked through. Sprinkle some mirchi powder while they are hot so that they can stick to the dhokla. Heat oil in a small pan, add rye, let it splutter, then add the green chilies. Pour this mix over the top of the dhokla. Let it cool a few minutes and then cut it first length wise, then perpendicular to get that diamond shape. Garnish with chopped dhania.
TIP: Instead of using oil to grease, you can use PAM non-stick spray. This makes the dhokla’s come out easily without sticking. Also, if you do not prefer making this dish from scratch, you can always use the ready made Gits pack and they come out very well too. But just make sure to buy the Sooji Dhokla (White in color) and not the Khaman Dhokla (Yellow in color).
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eru is one of the most biodiverse countries in the world offering a unique combination of nature, wildlife, archeology and cultural heritage. The highlight of travel to Peru is South America’s premier ruins, Machu Picchu, or an Amazon River cruise aboard a small ship, by far the best way to experience Peru's rainforest and wildlife up close. Amatista Amazon Cruise The Amatista Amazon Cruise journey begins in Lima, Peru where you will take a private transfer to Iquitos to board your boat on the banks of the Amazon River. Then hop aboard a riverboat and experience the Amazon in style. Led by an Amazon Reserve naturalist guide, your cruise will include daily excursions by motorized skiff designed to reveal the exotic wildlife that calls the rainforest home – with any luck you’ll spot sloths, toucans or pink dolphins! And, with two full days for exploration in Pacaya–Samiria National Reserve, you’ll have the chance to experience the jungle up close. The cuisine onboard is regional and provides a unique and delicious window into local culture. Gain a rare glimpse of how life “on the river” is lived and experience the magic of
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the Amazon on this once-in-alifetime riverboat adventure. The Pacaya Samiria National Reserve is one of the last accessible tropical rainforest in the world. Two thirds of the world’s plants and animal species make their home in this region, as well as many more that are yet to be discovered. The Reserve has an area of 2.08 million hectares, which represents a 1.5 percent of the total land area of the country and is the largest of Peru’s protected natural areas. Exact routes and activities vary by season: High Water Season typically runs December through May, and Low Water Season June through November. The Low Water/Dry Season, despite its name, still gets some heavy rains. These months allow for trail walks through the rainforest to explore deep in the jungle and experience the flora and fauna up close. During these months you are likely to catch a piranha and enjoy the dozens of migratory birds in flight. The High Water/Flooded Season brings navigable rivers, creeks and lakes. You will
get to explore more of the waterways of the Amazonia, and will have access to isolated corners of the reserve onboard speed boats. The rivers are 23 feet higher, so travelers get much closer to the jungle canopy, where monkeys play and beautiful Amazon birds like to roost. You are very likely to see many more mammals during the flooded season. Machu Picchu Explorer Travel to Peru and explore the most spectacular archaeological monument in South America, the ancient Inca site of Machu Picchu. Machu Picchu Explorer is a short 5-day/4-night adventure designed to complement the Galapagos small ship cruises
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ABOUT ADVENTURESMITH EXPLORATIONS - THINK OUTSIDE THE BOAT! or Peru Amazon cruise. This privately guided independent Peru tour can also be combined with other regions of Peru such as Lake Titicaca, the Amazon River or the Inca Trail Trek, to craft a custom tour of Peru. The journey begins in Cusco, where you’ll explore the Sacred Urubamba Valley including Pisac and Ollantaytambo before proceeding by rail to the citadel Machu Picchu. Enjoy a full day guided tour of Machu Picchu and an overnight at the famous Inkaterra Machu Picchu Pueblo Inn. Charismatic guides versed in archeology, history and Andean culture show you monumental Inca temples, traditional villages and markets of the Quechua Indians in Cusco and in the Sacred Valley of the Incas.
Founded in 2003, AdventureSmith Explorations is based in Tahoe City, CA, along the northern shore of Lake Tahoe. A recognized leader in small ship cruising, in 2012 owner Todd Smith joined the ranks of Conde Nast Traveler's prestigious Annual Travel Specialists List as the world’s expert on small ship expeditions.
ADVENTURESMITH EXPLORATIONS www.adventuresmithexplorations.com offers a $250 per person savings on its most affordable Peruvian Amazon cruise plus an additional $250 off if combined with a Machu Picchu land tour. The already value-driven nine-day Amatista Amazon Cruise from $2,499 per person, double, has been enhanced this year by lengthening the trip to nine days and offering more departures and a better streamlined experience. This longer, more in-depth itinerary spends more time in Pacaya-Samiria National Reserve and adds value with included flights and accommodation in Lima. This cruise program can easily be combined with the five-day Machu Picchu Explorer from $1,395 per person, double, for additional savings. This dual $250-off promotion applies to any departure from Sept. 15, 2015, through July 31, 2016. Trips must be booked by Dec. 15, 2015. This Peru tour can be customized to include other regions such as Lake Titicaca and the Inca Trail Trek. NOV. / DEC. 2015 89
MOTORING
Stateof the
Art Style
Inspired by Iconic American Design.
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he 2016 Chrysler 200 provides drivers and passengers a beautifully crafted car with an elegantly simple style, an exhilarating driving experience, state-of-the-art and easy-to-use technology, 60 advanced safety and security features and fuel economy ratings of up to 36 miles per gallon (mpg.) The 2016 Chrysler 200 is the mid-size sedan for customers who have earned a little luxury in their life, but demand value for their money. 2016 is the 90th year of Chrysler as a brand. To celebrate, a 90th Anniversary Package is being produced for the 2016 Chrysler 200 Limited model. The special edition package reflects the tenets of the Chrysler brand – a car that is packed with features that customers value, at a price they appreciate. In addition to the standard features on the 2016 Chrysler 200 Limited model, the 90th Anniversary Package adds as standard equipment: 8.4-in. touchscreen radio with
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Uconnect Access and SiriusXM Radio, a sunroof, Convenience Group (one-year SiriusXM Radio, body-color power heated mirrors, leather-wrapped steering wheel, power four-way driver lumbar adjust, power eight-way driver seat and sun visors with illuminating vanity mirrors), front floor mats with Chrysler Anniversary logo and unique Chrysler Anniversary screen logo on the 8.4-inch touchscreen. Also new for the 2016 model year, Chrysler fine-tunes the 200 lineup in response to customer feedback. Changes include: • Rear backup camera is now standard equipment on the Limited and S models • Blind-spot Monitoring and Rear Cross Path detection are available as a standalone option on the Limited models • The 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 engine is now optional for Limited models
• Heated steering wheel is a standard feature on 200C models • Front driver and passenger seat firmness has been improved Three new exterior paint colour choices for the 2016 model year: • Black Forest Green Clear Coat • Maximum Steel Clear Coat • Redline Tri-coat Pearl Coat For 2016 Chrysler 200 vehicles equipped with the 8.4-inch touchscreen, Uconnect is introducing new features that include the all-new Drag and Drop menu bar, Siri Eyes Free and Do-Not Disturb. • Drag and Drop Menu Bar: Chrysler 200 owners now have the ability to personalize their touchscreen controls to fit their lifestyle and have one-button access to the
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features and services they value most. From Travel Link and Yelp to heated or cooled seats, drivers now can simply drag their favorite feature or service icon from the apps menu and move them to their Uconnect system’s main menu bar. • Siri Eyes Free: An extension of voice recognition via the voice button on the steering wheel and compatible with an Apple iPhone 4s or later, with Siri Eyes free, drivers can speak natural language voice commands to send text messages, play music, dictate and send emails, set reminders, place phone calls and access turn-by-turn directions. Driver’s will simply push and hold the voice recognition button on the steering wheel until the Siri screen appears on the 8.4-inch touchscreen and hear the audible tones.
• Do Not Disturb: Vehicle owners who prefer not be interrupted with phone calls or text messages while driving can choose to turn on the new “Do Not Disturb” and “Reply with Text Message” feature. Located within the Uconnect system’s phone screen, once enabled with a the push of a button or via voice command, the Do Not Disturb icon will route all incoming mobile calls to voicemail and suppress text messages. If the vehicle owner chooses to enable the Do Not Disturb feature, they also have the ability to send a default or customized response once a call or text message is received. Since the introduction of the all-new Chrysler 200 in the spring of 2014, the car has resonated with consumers with steadily increasing sales. Sales of the all-new Chrysler 200 are outpacing the combined sales of the outgoing Chrysler 200 and Dodge Avenger.
The 2016 Chrysler 200 delivers a beautiful exterior design, a thoughtful, exquisitely crafted interior and an exceptional driving experience, complements of a segment-first nine-speed automatic transmission and the Compact U.S.Wide (CUS-wide) chassis. With the choice of two world-class engines, an innovative all-wheel-drive system, available sport mode and paddle shifters for an engaged driving experience, and estimated highway fuel economy of 36 mpg, the 2016 Chrysler 200 makes the commute something drivers will look forward to. For peace of mind when driving, the 2016 Chrysler 200 offers 60 available safety features and state-of-the-art, easy-to-use technology that keeps drivers and passengers connected. NOV. / DEC. 2015 91
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