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The New Fashion Rules WHAT YOU’LL BE WEARING IN 2011
EXCLUSIVE MINI-INTERVIEWS WITH TINA O’BRIEN LIZ MCCLARNON ZANDRA RHODES
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WELCOME & CONTENTS
NEW YEAR ISSUE 2011
Emma Hill (Editor)
Dan Perry Mediaplay Design (Design & Art Direction ) dan@mediaplay.co.uk
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The New Fashion Rules WHAT YOU’LL BE WEARING IN 2011
EXCLUSIVE
MINI-INTERVIEWS WITH
TINA O’BRIEN LIZ MCCLARNON ZANDRA RHODES
Emma Hill
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Welcome
to the first issue of His & Hers magazine, Liverpool’s new monthly glossy for the city’s most stylish men and women, brought to you by the editorial team behind Gossip magazine. After receiving countless emails from Liverpool men asking why they were continuously overlooked in the style pages, we decided it was about time we stopped pretending it’s only women who care about how they look. The result? His & Hers was born. Our first men’s fashion story was shot by Liverpool photographer Matt Ford (one of the rising talents featured in our ‘Hot 100’). Matt also shot our twin ‘His & Hers’ covers. When not behind the lens, Matt can generally be found writing: firecrackerfashion.blogspot.com one of our favourite places to find out who’s been doing what and (just as importantly) what they were wearing while they were doing it! Over the past month the team at His & Hers has been taking stock of the people, places and things that are set to shape our year. You will find them all in our ‘Hot 100’ from p18. Also this month we looked back on our highlights of 2010, including Gossip’s Help For Heroes Ball (from p34). Inspired by this event we’ll be hosting another major charity ball in autumn. Please look out for our February issue in which we’ll be revealing more about our black-tie event as well as unveiling the latest fashion trends. See you next month...
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HIS & HERS ROAD-TEST We put the best lip treatments on the market through their paces. LIVERPOOL’S SHOE QUEEN. His & Hers talks to Aruna Seth, our glamorous new footwear guru. STREET SMART We snapped a selection of Liverpool’s best dressed ladies who have the art of winter dressing all wrapped up. STEAL HER STYLE His & Hers’ Style Editor Hester Brodie illustrates how to recreate her favourite street stylista’s look without breaking the bank. WINNING WOMEN How two Liverpool women found their perfect balance between work and family life.
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LIVERPOOL’S HOT 100 The people, products and places you need to know about this year. COMPETITION & PRIZES Turn to p30 for your chance to win a glamorous night out in the city courtesy of The Martini Lounge, and guarantee good hair days with our Voodou competition on p31. FINE DINING REVIEWS His & Hers’ reviewer Emma Griffiths hit the town in a bid to uncover the best places to dine in style in 2011. DRESS CODE: BLACK TIE We look back on one of our social highlights of 2010, Gossip’s glittering Help For Heroes Ball. WINTER STYLE ESSENTIALS Celebrated Liverpool photographer Matt Ford (one of our Hot 100 for 2011) shoots this season’s fashion essentials for men. WHEN TOPMAN CTRL came to Liverpool. How fashion and music came together in style at The Shipping Forecast.
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HIS&HERS ENTERTAINMENT
SHOW-STOPPERS --------------------------Last month three famous visitors to the city revealed all to the His & Hers team in the first of our regular mini-interviews.
THE WORLD’S MOST STYLISH ‘BAG LADY’
IT’S VERY IMPORTANT TO REMEMBER THAT IT’S NOT ALL ABOUT LONDON WHEN IT COMES TO FASHION. Read on to find out what Zandra Rhodes really thinks of Liverpool’s fashion credentials, how Tina O’Brien recovered from her Strictly Come Dancing ‘breakup’ and why Liz McClarnon had to overcome her fears to take to the stage at the Echo Arena. 6
When internationally renowned fashion designer Zandra Rhodes paid a visit to Liverpool to unveil her new handbag collection (which is stocked exclusively at Boudoir Boutique, Cavern Walks) she immediately attracted a large crowd of young fashionistas all clamouring to have their handbags signed. Zandra told His & Hers: “It was all quite wonderful – the girls at Boudoir Boutique were fabulous and it’s always good to meet your audience. I spend a lot of time travelling between London and America, so it was a real treat to come to Liverpool. There were so many young, hip girls at the Cavern Walks shopping centre and I enjoyed browsing in Boudoir Boutique. I think it’s very important to remember that it’s not all about London when it comes to fashion.” Zandra’s new handbag designs are all modestly priced, and the designer commented: “In today’s economic conditions I think it’s very important to find new ways to enable people to access your designs. As well as the handbag collection I’ll be bringing out a range of scarves and stoles which will be more affordable and I’ve also designed a collection for Millets.” The designer said that her time in Liverpool had left her feeling energised and excited by the Scouse approach to style. We just hope she’ll be paying us another visit for a dash of inspiration very soon!
LIVERPOOL’S NEW DANCING QUEEN
HITTING THE HIGH NOTES While preparing for her recent appearance in Jeff Wayne’s musical version of The War of the Worlds at Liverpool’s Echo Arena, Liz McClarnon joined the His & Hers team for an informal chat in the city. Former Atomic Kitten Liz said that following her years in a girl band she felt surprisingly relaxed about singing in front of such large audiences alongside her co-stars Jason Donovan and X-Factor’s Rhydian. The only aspect of the production that really daunted her was conquering her fear of heights. In one scene she’s suspended 30 ft above the stage, which is clearly not Liz’s idea of fun. However, with her performances so far attracting rave reviews it seems that the actress and singer is taking it all in her stride.
When His & Hers caught up with former Coronation Street star Tina O’Brien, who will be appearing in Strictly Come Dancing – Live! At the Echo Arena from 24th-26th January, the bubbly actress confessed that she wasn’t feeling on top form after spending a sleepless night looking after her poorly daughter Scarlett. Despite this, Tina was soon making us laugh with stories about her Strictly Come Dancing co-stars and her giggled confession that being voted off the show was “like a proper break-up.” Tina revealed that for a few months Strictly had taken over her life to such an extent that she half believed that she was a professional dancer, and that after being voted off she’d had to resort to the usual post break-up measures of eating large volumes of ice cream and drowning her sorrows. Happily she’ll be dusting off her dancing shoes again for her appearance at the Echo Arena and Tina announced that she can’t wait to perform for her “home crowd” on the northern leg of the tour. We’ll be voting for you, Tina.
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WOMEN’S BEAUTY
NUTRITIVE LIP BALM, SISLEY
LIP-TREATMENTS
This lip balm is perfect for a touch of luxury and looks great in your make-up bag. The balm comes in a glass jar and is unscented. As it’s quite pricey it would make a great night cream especially in the winter months. Since using, I have noticed no peeling and my lips are plumper, when normally in these arctic conditions my lips would be in a right state. Sisley products are fantastic and their lip balm is no exception, leaving my lips with a lovely rosy glow.
ON TRIAL
This month the His & Hers beauty panel puckers up to put the best-selling lip treatments on the market through their paces
REVIEWER: SHARON SIMONS
(Malmaison Liverpool’s Business Development Manager)
PROTECT ME BEESWAX LIP BALM When I first applied this lip balm, I found it to be quite hard and a bitty so I was unsure if I liked it. After a while I tried it again and realised it was just cold and goes on much more smoothly when it is at room temperature. It has a light honey and lemon scent and does feels really nourishing to dry lips. It also adds a soft sheen so you could wear on its own or under a lip gloss for added moisture.
REVIEWER: KAREN DEAS (Account Manager at Clarity Creation)
STAR RATING 3.5/5 PRICE: £5.00
JO MALONE VITAMIN E LIP CONDITIONER This nicely packaged lip treatment is part of Jo Malone’s Vitamin E range, which has developed a cult following amongst beauty junkies. The lip conditioner (which has a gel-like texture) tingles slightly when you first apply it and instantly made my lips look smoother and more moisturized. It provides the perfect base for lip colour and doesn’t require regular top-ups. Overall, one of the best lip treatments I’ve tried in years, and as you only need to apply a tiny amount I didn’t feel too guilty about the price.
REVIEWER: SHELLEY BOND
(Event Manager, Jazz Publishing)
STAR RATING 5/5 PRICE: £22
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STAR RATING: 4/5. PRICE: £33.75
PALMER’S COCOA BUTTER FORMULA MOISTURISING LIP BALM
CARMEX LIP BALM
Now we all know that Carmex isn’t the most flash of lip balms; however nobody can deny that it is a complete classic. The packaging isn’t slick, but that unmistakable yellow tube is so easy to locate in a handbag full of receipts, umbrellas and anything else you may have lurking in the depths of dark leather! After using this lip balm for a few weeks my lips felt super-soft and utterly kissable. Overall, this is a cult beauty classic at a bargain price.
After over-indulging my sweet tooth at Christmas I’m keen to find healthier ways to satisfy my chocolate cravings this January. I’ve long been a fan of Palmer’s Cocoa Butter body lotion, so I had high hopes for this bargain balm. When I first applied it I was impressed with the scent (which is sweet, but more subtle than you might expect). My only criticism? The old-fashioned packaging doesn’t look very glamorous when you pull it out of your handbag - not that you can complain at this price!
REVIEWER: HESTER BRODIE
(His & Hers’ Style Editor)
STAR RATING 5/5. PRICE: £5.00
REVIEWER: EMMA HILL (His & Hers’ Editor )
STAR RATING: 4/5 PRICE: FROM £1.49
NÛXE ‘RÊVE DE MIEL’ LIP BALM
PHILOSOPHY ‘KISS ME TONIGHT’ INTENSE LIP TREATMENT
As the temperature drops and the central heating goes on the inevitable happens - horrible, dry, flaky lips, so I am always on the look-out for a lip balm that offers the perfect combination of texture, moisture and shine. The Philosophy lip treatment comes in a gorgeous little pot which, despite being a little difficult to apply if you have long nails, is smooth and smells divine. Once applied it felt like it really maintained the natural moisture in my lips without being too shiny. REVIEWER: NATALIE STEWART (Account Manager at Think Publicity)
HIS & HERS RECOMMENDS:
BEST PACKAGING: BOBBI BROWN LIP BALM PULL THIS BABY OUT OF YOUR HANDBAG WITH A FLOURISH! PRICE: £14
With the depth of winter most certainly upon us there is no better time to invest in a decent lip treatment. Nûxe, a Parisian skincare brand, offers a lip balm that claims to repair and nourish your lips with honey and precious oils. The fact that it has been tested in conditions of extreme cold in Canada was what really won me over, though. The balm is concentrated which makes for a very thick texture when you apply and it has a lovely honey and citrus scent.
REVIEWER: EMMA GRIFFITHS (His & Hers’ writer)
STAR RATING: 4/5. PRICE: £10.00
STAR RATING: 4/5 PRICE: £22.00 (as part of a two-piece set).
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WOMENS FASHION
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From Swarovski embellished evening shoes to chic ballerina pumps all handmade in Northern Italy, every one of Aruna Seth’s creations demands a second look. WORDS: HAYLEY STANIER
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ACCESSORIES ARE A GIRL’S BEST FRIEND AND LUCY CLEARLY KNOWS THIS, EFFORTLESSLY TEAMING HER CUTE OUTFIT WITH THIS FANTASTIC FAUX FUR TRIM HAT, (BORROWED FROM HER MOTHER). BUT DON’T WORRY WE’VE FOUND A MATCH FOR YOU IN JANE NORMAN. HAT, £12, JANE NORMAN.
As fashionistas it’s important to draw inspiration from what others are wearing, so with this in mind the His & Hers team hit the streets of Liverpool to check out what’s hot on the high street.
A GIRL WITH SO MANY CUTE THINGS NEEDS A CUTE PLACE TO STORE THEM, RIGHT? SO KEEPING WITH THE CUTE AND COSY THEME WE’VE FOUND THIS FAUX SHEEPSKIN SATCHEL TO COMPLETE THE LOOK. SATCHEL, £35, ACCESSORIZE.
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This month we sent our Style Editor Hester Brodie to the shops to show us how to recreate Lucy, our favourite street stylista’s, look.
LUCY, 16, STUDENT
Festive chic at its best! Lucy teams her Zara jumper with highwaisted shorts, sheer tights and knitted over-the-knee socks, accessorising with cute gloves, flat Kurt Geiger boots and her mums faux-fur hat. This look is cosy and sexy – winter chic sorted.
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MICHELLE, 22, STUDENT
With a statement jacket like this it would have been hard not to spot Michelle, and it would have been easy for her to overdo the look. However as she’s kept the rest of the outfit simple Michelle scores high fashion points for letting the jacket do the talking. His & Hers salutes you.
CAT, 19, LIBRARIAN
Vintage inspiration means Cat pulls of androgynous country chic in style. Borrowing her boyfriend’s shirt and teaming it with these retro finds and classic Barbour jacket, Cat has kept the colour palette simple and pulls off the look easily - top marks!
ANNA, 24, DOCTOR
Showing us how to achieve sophisticated glam this season is Anna. Camel cape? Check; muted wedges? Check; crimson lips? Check. Anna has ticked all the boxes with her Topshop cape and sophisticated colour palette and has finished the look off with ruby red lips. Perfect.
SOPHIE, 23, FASHION DESIGNER
As a fashion designer it’s your duty to ooze cool and 23-yearold Sophie didn’t disappoint. We loved everything about her look, from those rolledup jeans to her vintage shirt, and with a nod to the current mega-trend leopard print. This girl has style and we love it!
NILOO, 14, STUDENT
At just 14 it’s clear Niloo has a passion for fashion. Her daring style made her stand out from the crowd. Wearing her dad’s shirt and lace tights accessorised with librarian chic glasses and flat laceups its clear Niloo is one to watch.
LUCY’S LOOK WOULDN’T BE COMPLETE WITHOUT HER SUPER CUTE JUMPER, HOWEVER AS WE’RE NOW IN JANUARY LUCY’S FESTIVE FIND IS, WELL, A LITTLE TOO FESTIVE! SO WE’VE OPTED FOR THIS CROPPED MOHAIR STYLE JUMPER IN NEUTRAL GREY. PERFECT FOR THIS TRASITIONAL WEATHER. CROPPED JUMPER, £16, GEORGE AT ASDA
THE ONLY WAY TO COPE IN THESE SUB-ZERO TEMPERATURES IS LAYERING. FROM T-SHIRTS TO SOCKS, MORE IS MOST DEFINITELY MORE! AND LUCY HAS MASTERED THIS TREND WITH HER SHEER TIGHTS AND OVER-THEKNEE SOCKS – SEXY AND COSY. WE SALUTE YOU! SOCKS, £9.50, M&S.
IF YOU CAN’T QUITE AFFORD THESE GORGEOUS KURT GEIGER BOOTS (IT IS JANUARY!) WE’VE FOUND AN EQUALLY COOL STUDDED PAIR FROM MATALAN, A SNIP AT JUST £18. WE’LL TAKE TWO! BOOTS, £18, MATALAN.
WITH ONE CUTE ACCESSORY CLEARLY NOT ENOUGH, LUCY ADDS THESE KNITTED GLOVES TO HER OUTFIT. SO WE WENT OUT IN SEARCH OF A SIMILAR PAIR AND FOUND THESE GORGEOUS FINGERLESS PATTERNED ONES – ADORABLE. ‘LOVE’ GLOVES, £17.50, WHITE STUFF.
DENIM SHORTS ARE A WARDROBE STAPLE AS YOU CAN CARRY THEM THROUGH EVERY SEASON. LUCY’S HIGH-WAISTED ONES ARE SURE TO GIVE ANY OUTFIT AN EDGE, SO WE’VE FOUND A SIMILAR PAIR IN NEUTRAL GREY AT TOPSHOP. SHORTS, £33, TOPSHOP.
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WINNINGWOMEN His & Hers’ Style
beautiful children’s clothing and gifts at reasonable prices quickly became a reality. Their aim was to create an enjoyable shopping experience for parents and their children, whether shopping in the store or online. Recognising that taking your children into Liverpool and Manchester for an afternoon’s shopping was not a young mum’s idea of ‘fun’ the sister-in-laws wanted their store to provide a genuine alternative to the high street, offering all the home comforts that a young mum needs. And the result? A resounding success. Just Add Kids has a play area to keep your little ones amused while you shop, convenient free parking just adjacent to the shop - so that you don’t have to carry your child halfway across town, as well as child friendly
Editor
Hester Brodie has been finding out about two local businesses with family at their heart. NIKKI FREER, OWNER OF MILLISONBOUTIQUES.CO.UK When Nikki Freer wanted to find some new items for her holiday wardrobe she didn’t expect to find herself a whole new career move! Six years ago Nikki fell pregnant with her first child and when taking her first holiday with her bump she set about looking for inspiring swimwear and luxurious maternity loungewear to take away with her. However after a day of scouring the shops she still hadn’t found anything that would fit the bill, so after a few brainstorming days, Nikki had mapped out her new business idea www.millisonboutiques.co.uk, an online store where shopping for maternity loungewear and swimwear is made easy. Nikki then set about investing all of her time and energy (not to mention cash!) into creating new and inspiring maternity collections. She made sure that the styles Millison Boutique offered meant that you didn’t have to compromise your personal style when shopping for maternity – it’s only your body that’s changing, not you! When we asked her how she coped setting up the business, whilst pregnant she responded with a laugh ‘The journey has been a bumpy one. And whilst I know it’s a cliché – I have certainly learnt some hard lessons along the way. From sourcing manufacturers to pitching to national high street stores – there are certainly some
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THE AIM WAS TO CREATE AN ENJOYABLE SHOPPING EXPERIENCE FOR THE PARENTS AND CHILDREN tricks I wish I’d known earlier.’ However she still maintains that having her own business, though daunting and frustrating at times has all been worthwhile. She recalls seeing her collection in a leading London boutique for the first time and remembers ‘…feeling as though I wanted to tell everyone in the store that this was my clothing range!’ Now that has got to feel good, right? Being a busy mummy with two children and a third child on the way certainly makes for a varied life! One moment she is running around thinking about work objectives and deadlines to meet when suddenly the ‘work bubble’ bursts and she’s on her hands a knees with her daughter when there is an urgent requirement for her to ‘help find Barbie’s shoe!’ Nikki admits that her work life balance might ‘not be for everyone’ but she has found her work life balance, and we think that’s the most important part. www.millisonboutiques.co.uk
KATHRYN & REBECCA LLOYD, OWNERS OF CHILDREN’S CLOTHING COMPANY JAK
HALTERNECK SWIMSUIT, £25, FROM MILLISON BOUTIQUE
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Ever find shopping with the kids a complete nightmare? Is the two-year-old crying in a pushchair whilst the other is playing peek-aboo through clothing rails? You’re really trying to draw in your five-year-old daughter with a pink sparkly dress but she’s having none of it… If this sounds like a day in the life of you, keep reading as ‘JAK’ has just the answer. JAK, or Just Add Kids opened its doors in March 2010 and is owned by sister-in-laws, Kathryn and Rebecca Lloyd. Both women have their own children and have experienced the shopping dilemmas that young mums face every day – so they know that even a supermarket trip for tonight’s dinner can turn into a trolley dash for a lost child who got bored checking if the veg was fresh! Both women left successful careers in marketing and law, deciding they needed a challenge and the thought of providing
toilets. What more could a mother want? However on top of all this Just Add Kids also understands that you don’t always want to spend a small fortune on clothes for your child (who will inevitably grow out of them at an alarming rate!) So the women source high quality, deisgner-style clothing at high street prices from brands such as Joules, Minymo, Kite Kids, Toby Tiger, No Added Sugar and Mayoral. Although they do stock some designer wear from leading brands such as Little Darlings, Sarah Louise, Jean Bourget and Berlingot, for when your child needs that something a little special. And as if all that wasn’t enough Kathryn and Rebecca also run the online store, at www.justaddkidsclothing.co.uk stocking all of the brands available in the shop. So if it’s one of those days where you can’t face putting the children in the car, just curl up on the sofa with the laptop and let the kids help you use the child friendly website to shop for whatever their heart desires. Perfect! www.justaddkidsclothing.co.uk
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his multi-million pound hotel development in the centre of Liverpool’s historic RopeWalks district welcomed its first guests last August and it’s been going from strength to strength ever since. The hotel arrived in the city following the success of its flagship venture in London’s Kensington. One of its unique selling points is rather than having a bar or dining facilities on site, each airconditioned room is equipped with a minikitchen, and the hotel encourages guests to explore their surroundings by offering exclusive discounts at restaurants, bars
and cultural venues across the city. The hotel is one of many recently opened businesses in the city to capitalise on Liverpool’s rapidly growing international reputation as a short-stay destination for people wanting to sample its world class museums and galleries and its famous night-life. Gary Laird, general manager of base2stay Liverpool, said: “Liverpool has gone through a renaissance recently and is now a more exciting and appealing tourism destination, so we were keen to be a part of that. We have a completely unique concept that sets us apart from what is currently on offer in the city.�
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HOT His & Hers brings you our definitive Liverpool ‘hot list’, featuring the people, places, events and products that’ll be setting the style agenda in 2011.
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FERGUSON
Arguably the best singer to come out of Liverpool in 2010, we predict great things for Rebecca Ferguson in 2011. She’s already rumoured to be looking for a larger house in Allerton and (not that we’re ones to jump to conclusions) this could suggest that a record deal is on its way…
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STEPHEN GRAHAM
Liverpool actor Stephen Graham is probably best known for his roles as Tommy in Snatch and ‘Combo’ in This Is England. However, this year sees his debut as Johnny Depp’s sidekick in multi-million pound blockbuster Pirates of the Caribbean 4 (due out in May). So it’s no surprise that we think this year is going to be a big one for Stephen.
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BENNA HARRY Jewellery designer Benna’s magpie eye has been on our radar for a while now and with recognition from some of the top national press we think that things are going to get a lot busier for this lady in 2011.
Known locally as the nicest woman in showbiz, former Brookside actress Alex Fletcher has been causing quite a stir in her role as Diane O’Conner on popular teen soap Hollyoaks, as well as appearing on Celebrity Master Chef and Daybreak, proving that nice girls don’t finish last!
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With the launch of her fantastic new website and with each collection getting better and better we’d say that Kirsty Doyle is putting her name firmly on the map as a seriously scorching designer.
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MATT FORD Photographer Matt Ford (the man behind our cover shot and menswear fashion photography in this issue) is already rated highly in the city and visuals from his recent exhibition suggest that things are only going to get better for him in 2011. Watch this space…
Philip Armstrong & Tony Burke are the brains behind cuttingedge fashion label Philip Armstrong Couture, and with followers including Tess Daly, Geri Halliwell and Dannii Minogue, surely global domination beckons for this talented duo.
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JAKE MILLS
Jake (who was a finalist in 2010’s Comedian of the Year Award) has already forged a name for himself as the comedian’s comedian. Our advice: catch this 21-year-old Liverpool lad at local venues like the Royal Court.
PEOPLE to WATCH
With so many talented singers, actors, designers and photographers from the city poised to break through internationally this year it was virtually impossible to shortlist just eight. However, following much deliberation, here (in no particular order) are the Liverpudlians we’ll be watching with interest this year... 18
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MUSIC & EVENTS
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X-FACTOR
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& DRINK FESTIVAL
The foodies out there will already be looking forward to Liverpool’s annual Food & Drink Festival in September, held in picturesque Sefton Park. Over 60 of the city’s bars and restaurants will showcase their specialties whilst live bands play and celebrity chefs cook up a storm!
OK, so the X-Factor is officially over for another year, but that doesn’t mean that we’re going to miss out on a slice of the action as the X-Factor Live Tour will be hitting the Echo Arena on 8th & 9th January, so prepare to be wowed by the likes of the beautiful Matt Cardle and our very own Rebecca Ferguson.
JLS TOUR
THE MARTINI
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LOUNGE The Martini Lounge is 10
Liverpool’s long-standing burlesque extravaganza, hosted by professional burlesque performer Millie Dollar and Fred Bear since 2007. We’re already looking forward to their first performance on Friday 25th February. Turn to p30 for your chance to win a pair of tickets to the show.
martinilounge.co.uk
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construction the Museum of Liverpool is finally due to open on the city’s historic waterfront this summer. At the time of going to press the exact date was yet to be confirmed, so watch this space...
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THE GRAND
NATIONAL Is it too soon to be thinking about what to wear for this year’s Grand National? Maybe so but that won’t stop the His & Hers team from daydreaming about one of the highlights of Liverpool’s social calendar (from 7th-9th April).
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JUSTIN BIEBER ECHO ARENA
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CORRIE! AT THE EMPIRE
CREAMFIELDS
It’s that time of year again; we’re already dreaming of summer... Sun, cider and most definitely festivals! And for August 2011 we would whole-heartedly suggest Creamfields - if you haven’t already secured your tickets be quick because they sell out fast.
creamfields.com
Now that nearly all of them are single we’re even more excited about JLS’s extra tour date in January! That’s right, the boys are coming to Liverpool again for a one-off addition to their Arena tour on January 29th. We’re just a little bit excited at the prospect of seeing Aston do one of his wonderful backflips!
Canadian singer Justin Bieber will be stopping by on 11th March to perform at our very own Echo Arena, so if like us you’ve got ‘Bieber Fever’ this date is definitely one for the diary. We look forward to seeing you there...
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LIVERPOOL’S FOOD
THE LONG-AWAITED
MUSEUM OF 18 LIVERPOOL after almost five years of
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Last year we raised £15,000 for Help For Heroes at our rather glamorous black-tie ball at The Hilton (see coverage of the event on p34). This year we hope to raise even more with the help of Liverpool’s generous celebrities & business leaders. See the February issue of His & Hers for details of how to book your tickets.
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A free festival with everyone’s favourite tribute acts – what more could we want? The Matthew Street Festival never disappoints and this August we’re very much looking forward to heading to the streets of Liverpool to watch acts from all over the country perform across five outdoor stages. mathewstreetfestival.org
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If you love nothing more than to settle down with a cup of tea and watch Corrie on the sofa we’ve got one better for you. From 21st February ‘Corrie!’ will be hitting the stage at the Liverpool Empire with all your favourite characters including Bet Lynch, Ken Barlow and Jack Duckworth. This is definitely one not to be missed in 2011.
DESIGN
FESTIVAL
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‘A SENSE OF PERSPECTIVE’
For spring we recommend a touch of culture and suggest heading to the Tate Liverpool between 1st April and 5th June to be inspired by ‘A Sense of Perspective’, a collective that ensures all angles are taken into consideration. tate.org.uk/liverpool
RIHANNA COMES TO LIVERPOOL
November sees the launch of the third annual Liverpool Design Festival. If you love all things design-related, this event, which has grown and improved year on year, is definitely one for you. We’ll be there hoping to spot Liverpool’s designers of the future. liverpooldesign festival.com
What is it about this girl? We all want to be her, the boys want to be with her, there is just nothing this girl can’t do. And we know it is still months away but on October 7th Rihanna at the Echo Arena is clearly going to be a night to remember.
echoarena.com
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THE HOT 100 26
MULBERRY
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LEATHER SATCHEL
TURBAN
Remember last year’s SATC film where the girls escaped to Abu Dhabi? We’re not sure if they saw this trend coming but turbans are hitting the high-street in 2011!
Fashionistas know that a New Year would not be complete without a new ‘it’ bag, and this year is no different. Our pick? Mulberry’s update on the Alexa Satchel, the Alexa Hobo.
TURBAN, £9.99, RIVER ISLAND
MULBERRY SOFT LEATHER SATCHEL ALEXA HOBO, £895, AVAILABLE AT FLANNELS.
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BRACELET
If you want a gift for a friend that is a little bit special, Links of London has just the thing; this gorgeous double-wrap friendship bracelet is a 2011 style staple.
DOUBLE WRAP BRACELET, £110, LINKS OF LONDON
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DRESS
Our bargain buy for the start of the year has to be this fantastic ‘beach scene’ Primarni dress. Wear now with opaques and later with bare legs.
BEACH SCENE DRESS, £17, PRIMARK
BANDAGE DRESS
OK, we know it’s January and money is tight, but we still want you to look fabulous, so try the Closet (based at the Albert Dock), which offers celeb-worthy frocks to hire.
£130 TO HIRE FROM THE CLOSET
JACKET
TOP10
WOMEN’S
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MEN’S
COWL-NECK
CHIFFON DRESS
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Danni Minogue has gone from strength to strength in recent years look out for her new brand ‘Project D’ hitting the stores this year.
Looking for a little inspiration before you hit the high-street? If so look no further than our 10 menswear must-buys for the year ahead.
SOCKS
A guy with holes in his socks is a complete turn off so in order for that not to be you (or your man!) we’ve found these quirky sports socks from the Lions Rampant team.
SOCKS, £18, LIONS RAMPANT
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CARDIGAN
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SAME SAME
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POLO SHIRT
We love this preppy polo shirt from Austin Reed’s Spring / Summer 2011 range – a vital part of your weekend wardrobe.
BIKINI As some of you are escaping this arctic weather we thought we would treat you to a touch of beach glam; this classic bikini is just the ticket for a Caribbean cruise.
BIKINI, £20, MONSOON ACCESSORIZE
POLO SHIRT, £20, AUSTIN REED (LIVERPOOL )
ACCESSORIES
If your work wardrobe is in urgent need of an update, we’re rather keen on the extensive range of menswear accessories from Moss Bros on Bold Street.
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‘REGGIE’ BROUGE, £62, OFFICE
BOOTS
FOLK ARMSTRONG BOOTS, £135, WEAVERS DOOR (CAVERN WALKS)
BAG, £32, TOPMAN
A good knit should be in every well dressed man’s wardrobe and for 2011 we’d suggest a colourful number from a selection at Huxley Clothing.
Brogues look like they’re still big for 2011 and we’ve got our eye on this subtle pink suede pair from Office.
The twins behind Liverpoolbased jewellery brand ‘Same Same’ are set for a busy year. Their vintage inspired jewels are being snapped up fast from their cute & quirky website.
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Everyone needs a good pair of boots in their wardrobe to see you through to spring. We particularly like these tan leather Folk Armstrong beauties.
Here at His & Hers we love to see the classics done well, so we couldn’t resist this casual bag which will take you back to your student days (in a good way!)
RED CARDIGAN, £90, HUXLEY CLOTHING
For a look that exudes sophistication and shows that you know about fashion, head to Kirsty Doyle’s Liverpool One store. We love this limited edition Chanel-esque jacket.
JACKET, £595, KIRSTY DOYLE
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COWL-NECK CHIFFON DRESS, £250, AVAILABLE FROM FLANNELS.
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Topman has teamed up with newcomers New Power Studio to bring their quirky designs to the high street. We particularly like their ‘sale’ grey jacket & bold coloured shorts. Grey jacket & red shorts, New Power Studio,
AVAILABLE FROMTOPMAN, LIVERPOOL)
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T-SHIRT
If you’ve been paying attention to the events section of our ‘Hot 100’ you’ll already know that 2011 in Liverpool is set to be a lively one. Our advice? Stock up on some simple & cheap T-shirts ready for a summer of must-see music events in the city.
BLACK SUIT BELT, £18; BLACK HIGHSHINE SHOES, £60; SAVOY TAILORS GUILD PINK HANDKERCHIEF, £10; THREE-PACK OF SOCKS, £10; ALL FROM MOSS BROS.
T-SHIRT, £6, PRIMARK
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JACKET
With 2011’s catwalk shows featuring a distinct 70s vibe, this Urban Outfitters denim jacket is the perfect way to update your wardrobe for the year ahead.
DENIM JACKET, URBAN OUTFITTERS
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WATCH
Always running late? Make this the year you arrive at every appointment on time with this Simon Carter Autograph watch from M&S’ flagship Liverpool store.
SIMON CARTER AUTOGRAPH WATCH, £55, M&S
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THE HOT 100
IN THE CITY
THE OUT-OF-TOWNERS
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THE CHESTER GROSVENOR
World-class salons & day spas on your doorstep.
Destination spas within half-an-hour of the city centre.
One of our favourite city centre hotels, the Grosvenor boasts one of the best equipped spas in the North of England – we’d recommend this one for the ultimate romantic break or girls’ day out. chestergrosvenor.co.uk
ANDREW COLLINGE
If it’s super-sleek hair and radiant skin you crave you really can’t beat Andrew Collinge. The His & Hers team rely on them to turn our bad hair days around and their flagship Castle Street salon also offers a range of excellent beauty treatments. If you haven’t paid them a visit yet we suggest this ranks highly on your 2011 to-do list.
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URBAN CALM
Relaxation in the city is a must for the New Year and Urban Calm in Liverpool’s Metquarter is the place to do just this. Whether it’s a manicure or a massage this fantastic city centre salon will cater to your every need.
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CRYSTAL
CLEAR
A long-standing Liverpool favourite is Crystal Clear, and if you want to feel fabulous in just a few minutes we recommend heading to their Rodney Street salon for the perfect lunch-time pickme-up (we particularly like their results-driven facials).
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SAKINSU
SKIN SPA
Sakinsu, the next big thing for 2011, promises to get rid of the dry skin on your feet in your lunch break. That’s right, small trained fish nibble at your feet removing all the dead skin. So in 2011 we’re going to be queuing outside Fish Spa on Bold Street for feet so smooth that come summer time we’ll be proud to put our sandals on!
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HOOKA
A firm favourite with local celebrities, Hooka’s perfect for on-trend fashion styles. Hooka is still building its profile in the city and we expect big things from the brand in the future.
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If a lunch break just isn’t enough to cure your New Year’s blues we’d suggest a weekend away relaxing in luxury at Formby Hall Golf Resort & Spa – let the boys play the games and we’ll just have a relaxing Jacuzzi or enjoy an expert massage in the swish new spa… Sounds perfect to us! formbyhallgolfresort.co.uk
CLARINS, JOHN LEWIS
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CHILL
OUT SPA
A New Year can mean a lot of changes and sometimes you just want to chill out, so we recommend Chill Out Spa, Ormskirk for the perfect out-of-town spa experience. chilloutspa.co.uk
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FORMBY HALL
GOLF RESORT & SPA
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MALONE SPA 54 JO If a relaxing hand-and-arm massage is all you require, then Liverpool’s Jo Malone store at the Metquarter is just what the doctor ordered. However, if it’s a more intensive massage, or a facial that appeals, pay a visit to one of the most luxurious treatment rooms His & Hers has ever experienced at Jo Malone, Chester jomalone.co.uk
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NICOLA HARRIS
We know how days off can end up being full of errands and chores, especially with all those New Year goals we set ourselves. However, if you do one thing this year we’d advise organising a well-deserved break in the day and planning a visit to Nicola Harris in Allterton for a relaxing hour or two in a superb salon.
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ROUGE
ET NOIR,
CHESHIRE
Rouge et Noir Spa is a regular haunt for celebrities, including exAtomic Kitten singer Liz McClarnon, actor and Strictly Come Dancing star Ricky Whittle, and Coronation Street’s Kym Marsh. They love the relaxing and indulgent treatments and so do we!
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as proven by Voodou. We like their fresh, fashionable approach to men’s hairdressing and their understanding that modern men require something a little more exciting than a short back & sides. (Turn to p31 for our Voodou competition).
voodou.co.uk/barber-shops.php
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THE GROSVENOR
PULFORD
HOTEL & SPA This picturesque four-star hotel, featuring a rather decadent spa which offers an extensive range of treatments would be perfect for those in need of a short break with the emphasis firmly on relaxation.
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HIS & HERS’FAVOURITE Eateries
Food is always a popular topic of conversation here at His & Hers, so it was with real relish that we set about pondering our favourite places to eat out in the city. Here they are (in no particular order)...
PREGO
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We like Prego not only because the food is fantastic but because this is one of the few restaurants to use a charcoal-based Josper oven, which gives that authentic Italian flavour.
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60 HOPE ST. This restaurant may have been around for longer than the others on our list, but their seasonal menus just keep getting better (see p33 for our review in full).
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THE HILTON’S
COTTON BAR If you haven’t been already the Hilton’s Cotton Bar, situated between the Albert Dock and Liverpool One, is sure to impress with its extensive cocktail menu and excellent service. hilton.co.uk/liverpool
A favourite of the His & Hers team, The Plumb Bar, with its mood lighting and cosy corners, really comes into its own by night. Our advice? Take somebody special and treat them to a Mal cocktail. malmaison.com
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becoming one of our favourite haunts. Its relaxed atmosphere and European vibe offers an unusual escape from the hustle and bustle of the city.
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CHAOPHRAYA
BEM BRASIL Another recent addition, 59
LUNYA
Whether you visit Lunya’s deli to pick up something to cook at home, or eat in the relaxed restaurant, we heartily recommend that you pay this cosy Catelonian eatery a visit.
Bem Brasil on Hannover Street offers beautiful food served up by lovely staff, but it would be well worth a visit for the Capirinhas alone in our opinion.
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ZELIGS OF LITTLE ITALY Set in a New York-style warehouse space, Zeligs makes a refreshing change from the identikit restaurants on the high street and we love their signature pizzas and salads.
lunya.co.uk
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GUSTO
This perennially popular Albert Dock restaurant is another that has been around for some time, and has earned its place in our hot list for its consistently high standards.
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THE BOOT
ROOM We weren’t sure quite what to expect from LFC’s new restaurant, but this gem knocked our socks off with its chic modern design and great food – so good that even Evertonians couldn’t fault it!
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VIVA BRAZIL
Viva Brazil (Castle St.) is a traditional Brazilian restaurant where you can feast on the most succulent meat in town, bought to you by a waiter who carves the meat at your table. vivabrazilrestaurants.com
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This cosy, unpretentious hideaway on Lecce Street is perfect for informal dining with friends. Try it for an upgrade on your usual bar snacks! barhannah.co.uk
PALM
SUGAR Want to lounge in first-class luxury? Then we highly recommend Palm Sugar, which attracts more than its fair share of celebrities – they also stock an unusually extensive array of wines, cocktails and spitits.
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This restaurant may not have a huge street presence, but even at the quietest times of the week it’s almost always filled to capacity thanks to the excellent Thai cooking on offer inside.
If you’re looking for a bar that really encompasses Liverpool style it has to be Bar Four at Hard Days Night Hotel, which pays tribute to The Beatles while exuding contemporary cool.
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DAYS NIGHT
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MCGUFFIE’S 58 McGuffie’s is fast
BARFOUR,HARD
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ALMA DE CUBA If you want great cocktails, entertainment and a vibrant atmosphere, Alma de Cuba on Seel Street is still the place to be. From Brazilian dancers to falling petals this bar really has got it all.
alma-de-cuba.com
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BLUE BAR THEALBERTDOCK In springtime we love soaking up the waterside views as we sip on our after-dinner drinks on the Blue Bar’s outdoor terrace. If you can’t wait that long, the bar itself is a gem, too.
albertdock.com
THE PEACOCK The Peacock on Seel Street has a broad appeal and its friendly staff and understated design combine to create an atmosphere where you’ll feel completely comfortable whether you’re dressed up or down. peacock-liverpool.com
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CIRCO We’re not sure that we can sum up this rather fabulous circus-themed (yes, you did read that right!) bar in just a few words. This quirky and cool venue is one that you really do have to see for yourself.
circoliverpool.com
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BAA BAR Founded back in 1991 Baa Bar has managed that rare trick of staying true to its roots and still managing to pull in the crowds for a staggering 20 years – now that’s what we call staying power. baabar.co.uk
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JAMIE’S ITALIAN This famous restaurant is, of course, worth visiting for a full meal, but we think it’s just as indulgent to drop in for freshly brewed coffees and delicious desserts to end your night in true Italian style! jamieoliver.com/italian/
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The Panoramic may be known for celebrity and VIP events but step inside and it’s the unbeatable views, rather than the high-profile guests, that’ll blow you away.
Best for AFTER-DINNER DRINKS
No night out would be complete without a nightcap, so the editorial team has spent months ‘researching’ the bars that’ll be big in 2011. If only this counted as overtime! 27
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UTILITY
LUNYA’S
Utility is a home-grown business specialising in good quality design to suit most budgets.
‘DANCING GIRL’ NECKLACE (£15) AND EAMES HOUSE BIRD (£109) FROM UTILITY. utilitydesign.co.uk
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CRICKET ELAINE CUNNINGHAM
Cricket could never ever be missed off a Liverpudlian ‘Hot 100’ list, so we salute the stylish store knowing that 2011 will be another fabulously fashionable year for them. cricketliverpool.co.uk
INTERIORS Elaine Cunningham is no newcomer to the world of interiors; with over 25 years of experience, her trained eye explains her unerring ability to pick the best products for the home. elainecunninghaminteriors.co.uk
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BOUDOIR
BOUTIQUE
Boudoir Boutique (within Cavern Walks) opened their second floor earlier this year and had style icon Zandra Rhodes visit in October so we can only guess that 2011 will be just as eventful! boudoir-boutique.com
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FLANNELS
Luxury independent Flannels is a mecca for Liverpool’s style-conscious shoppers and we’ve already earmarked this Burberry Gap trench (£755) and Sass & Bide body-con dress (£725) for our new season wardrobes. flannelsfashion.com
WEAVERS DOOR
Lunya, with its awardwinning restaurant & deli, is the only company to have made it into our ‘hot list’ twice, and we can think of nowhere better to re-stock our larders. lunya.co.uk
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ANYA’S
CLOSET
We’re charmed by this new Bold Street boutique which is already attracting waiting lists for their evening dresses, a few of which have been cropping up on the red carpet of late. anyascloset.com
RAPID HARDWARE
Not only has Rapid stood the test of time as the place to source affordable products for your home – we also rate Signature Café (an independent café, based in Rapid). We’d heartily recommend their cream tea with scones. rapidhomedirect.com
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These are the treats, treatments and gadgets we’re hoping to get our hands on this year.
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PLAYBOOK
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CUP OF
LOVE
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Cup of Love Bakery specialises in cupcakes, muffins, loaf cakes and baked goods, which are freshly made and delivered to your door. We have it on speed dial. cupoflovebakery.co.uk
BLANKSTONE OPTICIANS This city centre opticians offers old-fashioned service combined with a range of frames so good that they’re occasionally asked to make them up with clear glass for fashion-lovers with 20/20 vision. We particularly like the Oliver Goldsmith collection. blankstoneopticians.co.uk
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A new boutique for the boys is Weavers Door in Cavern Walks, stocking labels like Barbour and Fred Perry this store is sure to bring back the best of 90s cool for 2011. weaversdoor.com
We salute Liverpool’s independent retailers for bringing vitality and variety to the high-street.
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FURNITURE WORTH
STAYING IN FOR
‘CRASH DIET’
PlayBook is the new ‘iPad’ (except by Blackberry, obviously). So, if you’re part of the dedicated ‘crackberry’ gang and haven’t yet got an iPad then this is definitely the portable laptop for you. us.blackberry.com
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Our NEW YEAR WISH-LIST
IPOD DOCK
Nicola Harris (Liverpool) is the only North West stockist of Rodial’s ‘Crash Diet Sticks’ which were designed to drain away excess water retention and toxins – they’ve been selling out in the US and we anticipate they’ll do the same here.nicolaharris.co.uk
At the time of going to press, we were being swamped by advertisements for cheap sofas, but we’d rather save our pennies and invest in something that’s designed to last, like this Indivi sofa from BoConcept, Liverpool. boconcept.co.uk
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In recent months countless companies have been competing to design the ultimate iPod docking station, but this Geneva Sound System (£299 from Liverpool’s Home Quarter) gets out vote for looks and sound quality. thehomequarter.co.uk
BLOW-DRY’
A blow-dry that lasts for up to six weeks? The ‘Brazilian Blow-Dry’ does just that, and it has recently been added to the list of treatments on offer at Andrew Collinge – fantastic hair all month long? Where do we sign? andrewcollinge.com
FESTIVAL
FOTO
If you really want to get ahead of the game we suggest hiring the ‘FestivalFoto’ booth for your party. Simply plonk it in the corner and get guests to go in and have some snaps taken - a great way to remember a great night! www.festival foto.biz
DESIGN CLASSIC
Designed in 1929 by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, The Barcelona Chair still features highly on most design-lovers wish-lists. If you don’t yet have one, this could be the year to invest... knoll.com
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PHOTOGRAPHY
With the weather still grim, we’re investing in photography to give us something inspiring to look at ‘till it’s warm enough to venture out. (Picture courtesy of Venture Photography, Rodney Street)
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EYE PALETTES
The new Bobbi Brown high-pigment eye palettes have been designed to stay put for longer and can be applied wet or dry. We think they’re a beauty classic in the making.
ALESSI
KETTLE
It may have been around since 1985, but this hardy little design classic still looks fresh to us, giving you a little everyday luxury every time you take a tea break (£88 from Ice Interiors) thehomequarter.co.uk
MARCEL WANDERS FOR MAC For 2011 MAC has teamed up with Dutch interior designer Marcel Wanders to create a beautifully packaged colourful collection to re-vamp your make-up bag for the New Year.
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COMPETITIONS
WIN
TWO TICKETS TO THE MARTINI LOUNGE GRAND BURLESQUE SHOWCASE
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ringing with it tantalising temptresses, hilarious harlots, sweet seductresses and, of course, a healthy dose of glitz and glamour, The Martini Lounge Grand Burlesque Showcase returns to St George’s Hall on Friday 25th February with an evening of song, dance and humour from a forgotten age. To mark the occasion the fabulous Millie Dollar, Liverpool’s very own Queen of Burlesque & founder of The Martini Lounge, will step out to perform one of her infamous routines. With a mix of rock and roll, sleaze, a wink and a smile she will entertain and tease to her heart’s content. Add a sprinkling of internationally renowned artistes and performers and you’ve got quite the night to remember. The Martini Lounge is offering one lucky His & Hers reader two tickets to the evening performance of the Grand Showcase. To enter, simply answer the following question:
The Martini Lounge was founded by which talented local temptress? A: Millie Dollar B. Mily Dover C. Lilly Dollar 30
HOW TO ENTER
Email emma@eg-publishing.com with your answer, writing ‘Martini Lounge Competition’ in the subject box. The lucky winner must be available to take their prize on 25th February 2011. The winning entry will be chosen by 10th February and the winner will be notified by email.
PHOTOGRAPHER OF THE MARTINI LOUNGE PICTURE & MALE VOODOU PHOTOS: MATT FORD. PHOTOGRAPHER OF THE WOMENS VOODOU IMAGE: MATT STANSFIELD.
Voodou Competition
FOR HIM
FOR HER
If you’d like to look more Becks than a Billy Bob this year, Voodou for Him and Voodou Groom are here to help. They’re offering one lucky His & Hers reader the chance to win a TIGI Male Grooming set, a precision wet shave and a haircut from Voodou’s barber shop and grooming centre at 88 Bold Street. Let’s face it, the thought of walking into a salon can give even the burliest of men nightmares but Voodou Groom is a discreet, professional grooming service for men only. Offering precision wet shaves, barber services, manicures and nail treatments, Fake Bake tanning, facials and massage, Voodou Groom will have you groomed to perfection in no time.
The January sales can be fruitful but never the less taxing on your hair. Icy cold weather, rummaging for bargains and all of the hustle and bustle can most certainly lead to trouble for your locks; but fear not, Voodou is here with the perfect remedy. Luckily for all of those weary shoppers, Voodou are offering one lucky His & Hers reader a little rest, relaxation and rejuvenation with an experience fit for a Queen. The prize package includes a TIGI Party Girl product set and a blow dry to the style of your choosing from Voodou’s blo2GO service at their Bold Street salon. The Voodou Dolls are also on hand to scrub, wax and tan your way to a glorious glow while buffing your fingertips to perfection and waking up those tired eyes with a few carefully places extensions. While upstairs, Voodou’s award-winning stylists can be relied upon to grant you a gorgeous and perfectly styled coiffure in no time.
WIN the ultimate grooming package
TO ENTER THE COMPETITION SIMPLY ANSWER THE QUESTIONS BELOW AND EMAIL YOUR ANSWER TO EMMA@EG-PUBLISHING.COM BEFORE 10TH FEBRUARY, 2011, TYPING ‘VOODOU FOR HIM COMPETITION’ IN THE SUBJECT BOX.
Question: Worzel Gummage is a walking, talking what?
WIN a relaxing rejuvenating treat
TO ENTER THE COMPETITION SIMPLY ANSWER THE QUESTIONS BELOW AND EMAIL YOUR ANSWER TO EMMA@EG-PUBLISHING. COM BEFORE 10TH FEBRUARY, 2011, TYPING ‘VOODOU FOR HER COMPETITION’ IN THE SUBJECT BOX.
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HIS&HERS EATING
LIVERPOOL’S
Georgian Gem As 60 Hope Street unveils its ‘January Sale Menu’, we sent reviewer Emma Griffiths off in search of a bargain.
A Wine Lover’s Dream
Emma Griffiths spent an evening at the Malmaison sampling a menu cleverly devised with wine lovers in mind.
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ere at His & Hers we’ve long been fans of the Malmaison’s understated elegance, something which extends to all aspects of the hotel, restaurant and bar, and the Vino Voyage evening has us singing their praises yet again. We were invited to attend one of the Malmaison’s wine tasting dinners in their private dining room to showcase the wines and proseccos on offer from one of Italy’s finest estates. Greeted with divine prosecco Bellinis and melon and parma ham canapés upon arrival, we were off to an excellent start. After our charming welcome we were directed to our seats in the private dining room. Settling in, we took the opportunity to peruse the delectable five-course menu in front of us and each of the five proseccos or wines to match, and yes, I suppose you could say we were in food and wine lovers’ heaven. Each of the five proseccos and wines were introduced by Bisol Vineyard’s Roberto Cremonese, who clearly knew his stuff and spoke of the Italian way of drinking, where prosecco is something that is enjoyed throughout the day and without any need for
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an occasion (we liked him a lot). Bisol winery has been around for centuries producing the finest prosecco from the prestigious Cartazze Hill in the Valdobbiadene region of Italy and you can find a selection of their proseccos on the Malmaison’s extensive wine list. With each of the five courses a different prosecco was tasted, beginning with a scrumptious chicken and truffle parfait accompanied with a refreshingly crisp Bisol prosecco all the way through to the moreish cheese platter complemented by a delicate rose prosecco with hints of fresh fruit. The prosecco on offer will have even the most discerning of champagne lovers passing over the Veuve Clicquot in future. However, the highlight of the evening had to be the heartwarming boeuf bourguignon served with a generous dollop of creamy mashed potato. Asever,theMalmaisondeliveredawonderful evening full to the brim with outstanding service, the finest food and wine and an atmosphere so welcoming that you hardly want to leave. In fact, maybe we’re on to something here – and if Chuck Bass can do it, so can we. WEB: WWW.MALMAISON.COM
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ith a chill in the air and the Christmas holidays but a distant memory I for one believe that the best remedy for our postsummer blues is plenty of hearty food and a good bottle of wine...or two if the mood strikes. I’m certainly not one to shy away from a touch of fine dining, so when the lovely people at 60 Hope Street invited His & Hers to try out their new menu let’s just say it didn’t take long to free up some space in my diary. Always a firm favourite of mine, 60 is nestled among the beautiful Georgian buildings that run up and down Hope Street, where it has stood for over eleven years. With stunning views of Liverpool’s two cathedrals, impeccable service, delicious food and an exceptionally large wine cellar, it’s easy to see why the restaurant has remained so popular over time. It was clear that 60 had pulled out all of the stops as we were shown to our table by their charming staff. The seasonal menu was
exactly what Emma (His & Hers’ Editor) and I needed on that chilly evening and we were spoilt for choice. Perhaps a glass of wine to get us started...or a bottle? Yes please, I mean it’s practically a fruit portion with all of those grapes. Our waiter recommended a heavenly bottle of Italian white wine which complemented our, eventual, menu selections exquisitely and was far too easy to drink on a supposedly sensible Tuesday evening. We were getting rather full by the time the dessert menus were sent over but, being the professional journalists that we are, we managed to find room to assess the menu from start to finish. It would be rude not to. Peach crème brûlée and Autumn berry cheesecake. Needless to say they were absolutely divine and our evening came to an end with one of the best cappuccinos I’ve had in a long time. Now, I wouldn’t want to be cheeky but it would be safe to say that we can’t wait to get back to 60 Hope Street and see what their next seasonal menu has in store for us. WEB: WWW.60HOPESTREET.COM
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ABOVE: MATT LITTLER & DARREN JEFFRIES. BELOW: JAMIE DOBB.
ONE OF OUR HIGHLIGHTS OF 2010:
GOSSIP’S
TOP LEFT: CELEBRITY AUCTIONEERS CLAIRE ROURKE & MATT LITTLER.
GLITTERING HELP FOR HEROES BALL In October 2010 a host of celebrities joined Liverpool’s business leaders at the Hilton, Liverpool, for Gossip’s Help For Heroes charity ball, raising £15,000 for the charity on the night.
ABOVE: ANDREW & LIZ COLLINGE. BELOW: THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR THE H4H MASCOT.
ABOVE: ALEX CURRAN, BELOW: AMERICAN IDOL’S MOOREA MASA.
ABOVE: CHANTELLE TAGOE. BELOW: BRIDGET MILNERMOORE & LYDIA MYERS
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GOSSIP BALL
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4 presenters Matt Littler and Darren Jeffries joined LFC TV presenter Claire Rourke to host the glamorous charity event, which was attended by Former World Motocross champion Jamie Dobb, Chantelle Tagoe and her sister the current
Miss Black Britain Rikaya Tagoe, London Ink’s Dan Gold. Hell’s Kitchen and Shameless star Jody Latham and celebrity hairdresser Andrew Collinge and his wife Liz. Celebrities and business leaders tucked into a delicious dinner prepared by the Hilton’s new Head
Chef,
Idol’s
Moorea
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American heart
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Charity auctioneers Matt, Darren and Claire started the bidding on a host of glittering auction prizes, including a luxury holiday at a ski chalet and the ultimate pampering package – including a re-style by hair and beauty experts Andrew and Liz Collinge. Local companies including Fraser Wealth Management, City Surveys and Venture Portraits entered into a
ABOVE: CLAIRE ROURKE BELOW: ZIGGY LICHMAN
lively bidding war, breaking Help For Heroes’ records with the amount raised on several auction lots. Champagne sponsors M&S supplied drinks on arrival, then the current celebrity favourite, Monavie, ABOVE: CITY SURVEYS’ TABLE BELOW: SAMANTHA CHUNG
(a vitamin-rich health drink) was served with wine during dinner. At the end of the night, Help For Heroes volunteers counted up donations and announced that an outstanding £15,000 had been raised for the charity, which provides practical support for the men and service
ABOVE: ANDREW & LIZ COLLINGE, BELOW: JOANNA JONES & SHAUN BLACKSTOCK
women injured in the line of duty for our country. This impressive total was reached with the help of representatives of Fraser Wealth Management, who made a cheque presentation for £6,730 on the night. Kevin Gillibrand from Fraser Wealth Management said: “We decided to use our annual charity golf day in 2010 for this very deserving charity; my brother-in-law is currently serving in Afghanistan, so we understand as a family how important the support provided by Help for Heroes is to the individuals who return injured.” Bryn Parry OBE, CEO & Co-founder, Help for Heroes
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ANDREW COLLINGE PLACES HIS BID
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McGuffie’s Continental-Style CafÊ Bar.
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WITH SPECIAL THANKS TO THE FOLLOWING COMPANIES FOR SUPPORTING GOSSIPâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S HELP FOR HEROES BALL: Andrew Collinge, Blankstone Opticians, Cadbury, Can Cook, City Surveys, Clarins Skin Spa (John Lewis, Liverpool), Cup of Love Bakery, Chill Out Spa, Crystal Clear, Dark Horse Design, The Empire, Fire Management & Money North, Fraser Wealth Management, The Hilton Liverpool, Jan Constantine, Liverpool FC, Monavie, Malmaison, M&S (Liverpool), Nicola Harris, Nook & Willow, The Liverpool Playhouse, Printfine Ltd. Renshaw Napier, Sakura, Salt House Tapas & The Stobart Group.
Just opened adjacent to the Town Hall, Castle Street, with the cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s oldest original shopfront, McGuffieâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s specialises in great coffee, paninis, sandwiches and soup. We also serve scouse and hot crusty bread on Thursdays and delicious cold tapas, wine and beers by night. Available to hire.
Telephone: 0151 236 4719 Address: 10 Castle Street, Liverpool, L2 0NE
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JANUARY 2011
Make over
your wardrobe WITH OUR 10 MENSWEAR MUST –BUYS FOR 2011
Dine in style at the Hilton’s Exchange Restaurant Enjoy some of the best cuisine Liverpool has to offer when you pay a visit to the Hilton’s famous Exchange Restaurant which specialises in freshly prepared food in a relaxed setting. Enjoy beautiful views of Chavasse
Park as you dine throughout the day on imaginative, expertly prepared dishes, with an emphasis on the freshest ingredients. Our knowledgeable and friendly staff will assist you in choosing a fine wine to complement your meal perfectly.
Tel. 0151 708 4200 hilton.co.uk/liverpool 3 Thomas Steers Way Liverpool L1 8LW, United Kingdom
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Win THE ULTIMATE
MEN’S GROOMING EXPERIENCE Courtesy of Voodou
Matt Ford’s Winter Style Essentials for him
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MEN’S FASHION
WINTER STYLE ESSENTIALS
We show how introducing a simple statement piece, whether it’s a pair of sexy specs, an eye-catching hat or even (whisper it a snood?) will give our
winter wardrobe an instant lift.
MODEL WEARS TOM FORD GLASSES & A HUGO BOSS JACKET (AVAILABLE FROM THE METQUARTER).
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WINTER WARMERS. HAT: STYLIST’S OWN, JUMPER AND TROUSERS BOTH FROM RESURRECTION, BOLD STREET.
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MEN’S FASHION WEEKEND WONDERS. FOR THE ULTIMATE LAID-BACK WEEKEND LOOK: JUMPER AND TRAINERS FROM FIRETRAP, TROUSERS FROM HUGO BOSS (ALL AVAILABLE FROM THE METQUARTER).
LAID BARE. PROVING THAT SNOODS AREN’T JUST FOR WOMEN OUR MODEL WEARS A SNOOD FROM FIRETRAP, THE METQUARTER, AND JEANS FROM RESURRECTION, BOLD STREET.
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THE NIGHT TOPMAN CTRL CAME TO LIVERPOOL
COUNTRY CASUALS. JACKET FROM HUGO BOSS, SHIRT FROM FIRETRAP, TROUSERS FROM RESURRECTION AND BOOTS: MODELâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S OWN.
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Come and try the best Coffee & Hot Chocolate in the city!
ROCOCO ROCOCO INDEPENDENT COFFEE HOUSE Fully Licensed and available to hire. TEL 0151 227 4822 First floor, 61 Lord Street, Liverpool