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WELCOME & CONTENTS

SUMMER STYLE ISSUE Welcome

to The Summer Style Issue, featuring our exclusive interview with Dragons’ Den’s Theo Paphitis.

His & Hers spoke to Theo during the launch of his new lingerie chain, Boux Avenue, about fashion, business and why he’s still a shopkeeper at heart. Read our revealing interview with the dragon from p6.

Other highlights of the issue include Matt Ford’s fabulous retro-chic fashion shoot (from p10) and His & Hers’ Luxe List, featuring our Style Editor’s selection of this season’s most desirable accessories from p28.

Turn to p16 for your chance to win a romantic dinner for two at Heswall’s popular new restaurant, Nova. You’ll also find plenty of inspiration when planning nights out in the north in our Social Diary pages from p24.

Look out for our next issue, which will be distributed throughout the region from 12th May, and will feature a wealth of fashion inspiration for men and women, all of which is available from northern stockists.

See you next month!

Emma Hill Emma Hill (Editor)

Emma Hill (Editor) emma@eg-publishing.com

Dan Perry Mediaplay Design (Design & Art Direction ) dan@mediaplay.co.uk

Hester Brodie (Style Editor) hester@eg-publishing.com

Matt Ford (Photographer) matthewrichardford@hotmail.com firecrackerfashion.blogspot.com

Luke Trevaskis (Men’s Style Editor) luketrevaskis@hotmail.com

Emma Griffiths (Reviewer) emma.g@eg-publishing.com To find out about the benefits of advertising in His & Hers magazine email: emma@eg-publishing.com

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EDITOR’S LETTER & how to get in touch.

THEO PAPHITIS, THE LINGERIE KING His & Hers’ favourite dragon opens up about his new underwear empire.

FALLING STAR Matt Ford’s sultry summer fashion-shoot at Malmaison Liverpool.

WIN A ROMANTIC MEAL OUT FOR TWO Treat your other half to a night to remember at Heswall’s chicest new restaurant, Nova.

CINDERELLA INTERVIEW We speak to Matthew Bourne, the creator of the new Cinderella stage show.

STREET SMART (FOR HER) Real Liverpool women interpret the latest catwalk trends STEAL HER STYLE Make our favourite street stylista’s look your own.

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WINNING WOMEN Local business success stories.

FINE DINING REVIEWS Emma Griffiths finds the ultimate burrito at Mexigo, while Emma Hill succumbs to the charm of Viva Brazil.

HIS & HERS’ SOCIAL DIARY PAGES Our highlights of the North West social scene.

THE LUXE LIST This season’s most desired accessories.

HESTER’S LOOKS Create the ultimate summer wardrobe with help from our Women’s Style Editor.

SIX OF THE BEST SNEAKERS As chosen by the His & Hers style team.

STEAL HIS STYLE The ultimate laid-back summer looks for men.

LUKE’S TRENDS PAGE Why you might want to hold on to your old T-shirts to stay ahead of summer’s casual trend.

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THEOINTERVIEW PAPHITIS His & Hers caught up with an uncharacteristically nervous Theo Paphitis just hours before the launch of his new lingerie empire.

WORDS: EMMA HILL

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IT’S EXCITING BUILDING A BUSINESS FROM SCRATCH, BUT AT HEART I’M A SHOPKEEPER AND IT’S ONLY WHEN THE STORES ARE OPEN THAT WE’LL BE ABLE TO TELL IF WE GOT IT RIGHT.

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f you’ve ever seen Theo Paphitis (one of the UK’s most high-profile entrepreneurs) in full swing on Dragon’s Den, cutting countless business hopefuls down to size with a raised eyebrow and witty put-down, perhaps you’ll understand why my excitement over interviewing one of my business heroes was tempered with more than a dash of apprehension.

What if my carefully prepared interview questions weren’t up to scratch? Might I provoke a disdainfully arched brow, or worse, a declaration that: “This interview just isn’t for me – I’m out!”

No surprise then that by the time our interview to discuss the launch of Theo’s new lingerie brand Boux Avenue finally came around, the subject of nerves was looming large. So much so that with greetings out of the way I forgot all my prepared questions and asked instead: “With so many years in business, and so many successes behind you, do you still get nervous about new launches like Boux Avenue?”

Theo replied without hesitation: “Of course I still get nervous! I was nervous last night (before Boux Avenue’s official launch party in London) and I’m nervous about going to Scotland tomorrow (for the first of a series of store openings). It’s very exciting

building a business from scratch, but at heart I’m a shopkeeper and it’s only when the stores are open that we’ll be able to tell if we got it right.”

Feeling reassured by the revelation that even dragons get nervous sometimes, I decided to launch into my first ‘official’ question.

However, Theo quickly pre-empted me with a question of his own, asking where I shop for underwear. When I replied that I like Figleaves (an online retailer) and also La Senza (a brand that Theo dramatically revived before selling his shares in the company in 2006), Theo responded: “Then Boux Avenue is perfect for you because it’s an online business with shops.

If you want to go in to a store we’ll give you an experience to remember – if not you can shop from a really broad range of underwear online.”

Speaking of store openings it seemed only fair to ask when Boux Avenue would be arriving in Liverpool (where His & Hers’ office is based).

Theo was clearly excited by the prospect of coming to Merseyside, declaring: “There has to be a Liverpool store! It’s just a case of finding the right property in the city.” In the meantime our nearest Boux Avenue store will be opening within the Trafford Centre shortly and the brand’s

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website went live the day after our interview.

Theo has also been interacting with potential customers online, even taking the bold step of unveiling the brand name Boux Avenue on Twitter first. He confessed: “I’ve definitely become a Twitter fan – I never thought I would, but there’s no denying that it can be a useful tool in business.” With more than 105,000 followers on Twitter at the time of going to press, Theo is clearly ahead of the curve when it comes to social networking. However, he also knows the value of some of the more old-fashioned aspects of his business, such as getting the shop-fitting and design details right. “Our shop-fitting is unrivalled”, he said, adding: “we’re catering for demanding women who don’t want to buy their underwear along with a cooked chicken.

Lingerie is second skin – the most personal item of clothing you’ll ever buy, so it has to be right.

Perhaps when women are very young they’ll put up with uncomfortable shoes and bras to look good, but that phase doesn’t last long. Ultimately you want comfort without compromising on fashion and that’s what we’re offering.”

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Theo has a strong background in the lingerie market, having revived the fortunes of both Contessa and La Senza and he told His & Hers: “Contessa was the first chain to sell bras outside of department stores and La Senza broke the mould all over again. Once again with Boux Avenue we think we’ve identified a gap in the market but we won’t know for sure until the stores are open and we can see how they’re doing.”

So who is the ‘Boux Woman’ who’ll shop in Theo’s new lingerie stores, or on his website? “She’s demanding when it comes to quality, service and price”, says Theo, “She wants to feel good about the product when she puts it on and to relive the good experience she had when she first bought it.”

Catering to this demanding customer means investing heavily in the UK’s first six Boux Avenue stores and getting every detail just right – not an easy undertaking, but something that Theo’s confident that he’s managed.

We’re looking forward to finding out if he’s right and hope we won’t have to wait too long for our promised Liverpool store. www.bouxavenue.com

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Blue blouse: Zara; highwaisted white trousers: H&M; red suitcase: Raiders Vintage; black floppy hat: Topshop.

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WOMen’s fashion Blue blouse (as shown): Zara; cardigan: New Look; skirt: H&M; shoes: Zara; headband: Accessorize; pearls: John Lewis; retro sunglasses: Raiders Vintage.

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woMen’s fashion

Dress: Raiders Vintage and shoes: H&M.

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Black & white stripy hat: Zara; white all-in-one: H&M.

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Headscarf worn as a bow, from River Island; dress: New Look Limited Edition.

Oversized accessories like this bow ramp up the drama.

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His&hers competition

Win a Romantic Meal for Two

Win His & Hers magazine is giving one lucky couple the chance to win a romantic meal for two at Nova, the latest addition to Wirral’s restaurant scene.

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ituated in the picturesque market town of Heswall, you will enjoy a luxury two-course meal and bottle of wine whilst taking in the ambience of this romantic and intimate setting.

A warm welcome awaits you at Nova, where husband and wife team Moyo and Jana Benson have combined their expertise and years of culinary experience to offer a refreshing and relaxed approach to modern British dining.

You are sure to love this unique restaurant where you can relax by candlelight and enjoy some of the finest food and wine that the region has to offer.

The menu boasts a range of meals which are perfect to spark some romance whether it be the Roasted Chateaubriand to share or a gooey hazelnut cake (two spoons please!)

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how to enter

For an opportunity to spend some quality time with your loved one, simply answer the following question:

Which of the following is claimed to be an aphrodisiac?

a) Oysters b) Carrots c) Tomato Ketchup Email your answer, along with your contact details, to: emma@eg-publishing.com, writing: ‘Nova competition’ in the subject box.

His&hers going out

Matthew Bourne’s Cinderella arrives As the anticipation surrounding the new stage production of Cinderella builds, Matthew Bourne, the man behind the show, spoke to Emma Hill about his excitement over returning to Liverpool.

Photographer: Simon Annand

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hen His & Hers spoke to internationally renowned choreographer and director, Matthew Bourne, he was gearing up for his return to The Liverpool Empire with his company New Adventures. It’s a visit that’s already attracting a lot of interest from theatre lovers who want to find out whether New Adventures’ stage production of Cinderella will live up to the success of Swan Lake which the company brought to the Empire in February.

“There was such a nice welcome when we brought Swan Lake to Liverpool, so there is a degree of pressure”, said Matthew, adding: “But Cinderella’s sold out everywhere we’ve been and Liverpool audiences are great.”

The production’s set during the London Blitz and Matthew says placing the fairytale in this historical context has brought the romance and drama of the story to life. “It was a time when people danced all night because they might die in the morning”, he explained, adding: “Also, this was the era when Prokofiev was writing the music for Cinderella.”

However, Matthew’s keen to point out that this isn’t an old-fashioned production. “One interesting aspect that audiences may not be familiar with is that the whole thing’s in surround-sound”, he revealed. A fairytale stage show in surround-sound? Our curiosity is officially piqued! www.liverpoolempire.org.uk

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WOMEN’S FASHION

STREET SMART

This month Liverpool’s fashion lovers have ditched their little dresses and embraced spring’s vibrant new shades.

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WORDS: HESTER BRODIE, PICTURES: JAMES BYRNE

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Student We spotted Liverpool lass Sophie shopping in Liverpool ONE in her new H&M floral shirt teamed with ontrend peg-leg trousers and vintage inspired accessories. Another great trans-seasonal outfit from our streetsmart stylistas!

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KATIE, 18

Student Fashion student Katie funks up her old jeans with a vintage T-shirt and this cute printed cardi, bringing them up-to-date with tan brogues - the perfect outfit for shopping on a Saturday.

LATIFAH, 18

Fitness Instructor We love Latifah’s fearless approach to spring fashion, diving in at the deep end with her floral Topshop playsuit.

Teaming the look with bold accessories gives this outfit a funky festival feel. We heart you Latifah!

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Student How cute does Ashleigh look? We loved her vintage vibe!

Teaming her blue lace-collared dress with white lace tights, Ashleigh’s navy ballet pumps finish off this cute-as-a-doll look perfectly.

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Retail Manager Chanel 2.55? Check; sunglasses? Check; take-out coffee? Check.

Paula has city chic well and truly sorted.

Combining a classic D&G blazer with Zara’s fuchsia cropped trousers and simple black pumps equals 10 out of 10 in our book.

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Student Jade’s laidback outfit teamed with her cheerful smile meant she couldn’t be missed on her way to Topshop.

We loved the way she had teamed her simple striped T-shirt with this colour-match cardi, skinny jeans and vintage-inspired pumps.

Top marks Jade!

NO SUMMER STYLISTA’S OUTFIT WOULD BE COMPLETE WITHOUT A PAIR OF OVERSIZE SUNGLASSES AND WE’VE GOT A SNEAKY SUSPICION THAT PAULA’S ARE A TOM FORD SPECIAL. SO WE’VE FOUND A SIMILAR PAIR FOR YOU FROM BENNA.CO.UK. TOM FORD SUNGLASSES, £170, BENNA.CO.UK

A CLASSIC BLACK JACKET SHOULD BE A STAPLE OF EVERY WOMAN’S WARDROBE, AND PAULA’S D&G NUMBER IS A PARTICULARLY PERFECT BLAZER. HOWEVER, WHILE THE WEATHER IS HEATING UP, BLACK IS SIMPLY IMPRACTICAL! SO WE’D SUGGEST SOMETHING LIGHTER LIKE THIS ONE FROM JASPER CONRAN. CREAM BLAZER, £80, J BY JASPER CONRAN AT DEBENHAMS.

S teal her style This month Style Editor Hester Brodie takes her inspiration from retail manager Paula’s city chic.

A COLOURFUL SCARF CAN GIVE ANY OUTFIT A SIMPLE LIFT. PAULA FOUND HER POLKA DOT NUMBER IN ZARA, BUT WE ALSO LOVE THIS SKINNY VERSION FROM WHITE STUFF AS A LIGHT SUMMER ALTERNATIVE. SCARF, £19.95, WHITE STUFF.

PAULA HAS COMPLETED HER OUTFIT WITH SIMPLE BLACK LEATHER PUMPS. HOWEVER, IF YOU’RE GOING FOR PUMPS NOW IS THE TIME TO WEAR SUEDE IT’LL HELP ADD A LUXE LOOK TO ANY OUTFIT AND AS IT’S SUMMER THEY’RE LESS LIKELY TO GET TRASHED IN THE RAIN! SUEDE PUMPS, £39.50, MARKS & SPENCER.

PAULA UPDATES HER CLASSIC TAILORED JACKET WITH ZARA’S FUCHSIA CROPPED TROUSERS. HOWEVER, IF YOU FEEL THAT FUCHSIA IS A LITTLE BIT TOO BRIGHT FOR YOU, WE’D SUGGEST THESE BURNT ORANGE PLEATED-FRONT TROUSER FROM TOPSHOP. STILL VERY ON-TREND, BUT A LITTLE LESS FUCHSIA! PLEATED-FRONT TROUSER, £42, TOPSHOP.

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HIS&HERS LIFESTYLE

WINNINGWOMEN This month we caught up with the owners of two flourishing northern businesses to ask them for the secret to their success.

WORDS: HESTER BRODIE & HANNAH RAMSAY

TANITH FACEY AND JO COTTRELL

Tanith Facey and Jo Cottrell are the Martin Lewis’s of Wirral, providing us with money saving offers that can’t be ignored. We caught up with them for a quick coffee to chat about their exciting new venture.

From the moment the girls walk into the coffee shop it’s obvious that they’re brimming with enthusiasm for their new money-saving website.

The site, which is set to launch in the first week of May, gives subscribers the chance to enjoy a deal a day and advertisers the chance to get new customers through the door. And best of all, it’s free. The only time you pay is when you actually buy the deal. And even then with promises of

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deals that offer between 50% - 90% off we’ve got a feeling we’re definitely on to a winner here.

Both Jo and Tanith have backgrounds in advertising with large companies and have over 20 years of experience in this field between them.

So they’re clearly in an ideal position to know exactly what advertisers and consumers want.

The girls are really looking forward to being their own bosses and have been planning the website for a while now to make sure that when they launch there will be a large number of highend companies on board. We have a feeling this is going to become a service we just can’t do without. www.bigdailydealcompany.co.uk

JAN WILLIAMS, PRO MED LASER CLINICS

Undergoing treatment for any illness is difficult, but when the side effects leave you with excessive hair growth, it certainly isn’t any easier. That was the challenge facing Jan Williams when she started receiving treatment for kidney failure a number of years ago.

After being referred to dermatologists and endless clinics, her confidence was at an all time low, and she felt frustrated at the misleading information being publicised about laser hair removal.

As a result, in January 2008, Jan left her job as a make up artist, and opened Pro.Med Laser Clinics, despite having no experience of running her own company. Fast forward three years, and clinics can now be found in Frodsham, St Helens and Flintshire, specialising in treatments such as laser hair removal, skin rejuvenation and tattoo removal.

Jan says her dream was, and still is, to have a national brand of clinics that can provide help to people of all ages, shapes and sizes, and hopes that based on her own experiences, she can transform the lives of others. Surely that’s the most rewarding part of the job?

“When someone walks in smiling because they no longer have to be ashamed of unwanted hair or tattoos, it is the nicest feeling in the world to know you have helped someone!”

So what’s next for this rapidly growing company? Well, they plan to open another clinic in Bolton by the end of this year and there’s a Pro.Med skincare range in the pipeline. Plus, with a string of business awards already under her belt, Jan has been nominated for Cheshire Woman of the Year, and will find out the verdict at the awards ceremony later this month. Exciting times! www.promedlaserclinics.co.uk

WHEN SOMEONE WALKS OUT SMILING BECAUSE THEY NO LONGER HAVE TO BE ASHAMED OF UNWANTED HAIR OR TATTOOS, IT IS THE NICEST FEELING IN THE WORLD!

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His&hers dines out

A Taste of

Mexico On-The-Go

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This month Emma Griffiths’s quest for the ultimate burrito took her to Mexigo on Bold Street.

f you’re looking for fresh, fast and delicious food with a South of the border taste, then look no further than Bold Street’s latest offering, Mexigo.

Brought to us from the people behind Savina Restaurant & Cantina on Duke Street, Mexigo brings the same quality and flavour along with the option to eat in or takeaway your order to this city centre outlet.

Comparable to the popular Barburrito, Mexigo puts forward a similar offering but with a level of freshness and attention to detail that only independent eateries can obtain.

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before heading out to the cinema and were made to feel right at home. The restaurant is more spacious than its shop-front lets on and has been decorated around the colourful theme of Mexican lucha libre wrestlers - we even spotted a few sombreros!

Getting started with a couple of Coronas, we both decided to try out Mexigo’s burritos. I opted for the chipotle chicken while my fellow scoffer went for the paprika rubbed steak, both filling our wraps to the brink with all of the usual suspects. To top off our meal we added Mexigo’s homemade corn chips with a trio of fresh salsa, guacamole and sour cream. The freshly prepared food was spot on and certainly gives Barburrito a run for their money. Combined with friendly service and a relaxing environment, Mexigo is perfect for a quick bite on the go. Delicioso!

A Steak House for the 21st Century Editor Emma Hill paid a visit to an all-you-can eat restaurant with a difference.

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ot so long ago, visiting a Brazilian steakhouse or churrascaria sounded like the kind of exotic dining experience you’d have while travelling across South America, then the first churrascarias came to London and my southern friends proudly claimed them as their own. Now, seemingly overnight, several churrascaria chains have arrived in the north and everyone’s talking about them. My male friends, in particular, seem to have taken the all-youcan eat aspect (whereby passadors serve beef, lamb, chicken and sausages to your table continuously) into their hearts.

When my dining companion and I arrived at Viva Brazil, we received a warm welcome from our waitress Roberta, who ushered us to our table before reappearing with our drinks in the blink of an eye. After this excellent start we approached the salad bar with caution; salad bars, like all-you-can-eat buffets, have too many associations with cheap-and-cheerful restaurants to put a spring in the average diner’s step. However, Viva Brazil’s was a pleasant surprise, featuring an imaginative mix of salad, veg and carbohydrates to make you feel less guilty about the large quantities of cooked meats you’ll almost inevitably end up eating! We took up the ‘full rodizio’ option (priced at £22.95 for dinner or £12.50 for lunch), and thoroughly enjoyed the perfectly seasoned cooked meats which kept arriving at our table (the steak, in particular, was delicious). Our verdict? Steak houses have come a long way since the Berni Inns of our childhood and this one is well worth a visit. www.vivabrazilrestaurants.com

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Cricket’s British Fashion Council Party

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words: Hannah Ramsay, PHOTOGRAPHER:Peter Goddard

ast month, Liverpool’s Cricket played host to The British Fashion Council Talent Launch Pad Party, in association with Elle Magazine. The initiative aims to help promising new designers launch themselves into the industry through financial support and guidance, and has recently announced its 2011 winners, which includes Scottish born Holly Fulton, known for her detailed hand drawn prints and Irwin and Jordan, Harrods’ current fastest selling label. His & Hers went along to see what it was all about...

As party-goers nibbled canapes from 60 Hope Street, Fulton spoke of her inspiration for her latest

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collection: “Think Joan Collins on a summer cruise in the sixties”, and her time working for Alber Elbaz at Lanvin. She later told me he gave her a lift to work everyday and laughed at her Scottish toned French.

Morgan, of Irwin and Jordan then gushed over their love of traditional English tailoring and talked us through their exciting new print - each tag of the 100 limited edition dresses is signed by none other than Alexander McQueen’s illustrator, who designed the print.

We think it’s amazing how our stylish city is willing to support such initiatives, and wait in anticipation to see what the future holds for these bright new talents.

His&hers events

His & Hers’ Social Diary: At the Breakfast at Tiffany’s Party PHOTOGRAPHER: Cirila Zorenc

Liverpool’s style-conscious business leaders turned out in force for last month’s Fish! networking event to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the first screening of Breakfast at Tiffany’s.

His & Hers’ events photographer Cirila Zorenc was on hand to picture every guest at the ultimate fashion lovers’ party, which was co-hosted by Blankstone Opticians, Oliver Goldsmith Store & Vintage Archive and Ubiquity PR. The event was held at The Radisson White Bar & Lobby and attracted more than 100 guests from across the region.

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Lineup for Southport Rocks unveiled at a launch event at the Vincent

Music lovers flocked to the Vincent Hotel last month for a sneak preview of the musical acts, such as the Futureheads, who will be headlining at Southport Rocks.

This two-day musical extravaganza will take place at Victoria Park from 8th-9th July, showcasing the very best the North West has to offer in terms of musical talent. www.southportrocks.co.uk

Candypants at Kingdom

His & Hers’

Social Diary: roundup A summary of March’s events & happenings in brief...

Wondering what brought all these big names to Kingdom in the city centre?

The answer could just be the latest craze to make its way onto the Liverpool club scene: Candypants. Never heard of it?

Think bright colour, lots of it, glamorous ‘Candy girls’ and a dressing up box that’s already got itself quite a reputation!

Having already established itself in Leeds, Manchester and Sheffield, Candypants launched itself here with this party last month, and will now continue every month at Kingdom, Liverpool. www.kingdom-liverpool.co.uk

Solicitors Celebrate with Masterchef His & Hers joined ‘QualitySolicitors’ David Roberts & Co to celebrate their appointment as the QS firm for the Wirral with 2010 Masterchef Claire Lara at an event at their New Brighton offices last month. Unsurprisingly, the celebrations featured some of the best canapés the His & Hers team has ever tasted! www.qualitysolicitors.com/davidroberts

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‘Ladies Day’ at Palm Sugar (Images courtesy of Diane Thompson) Chellew Productions hosted a Ladies’ Day at Palm Sugar in Liverpool ONE and raised over £2,000 in support of their chosen charity Cash For Kids. The event was hosted by Pete Price and guests were treated to a Races themed day in preparation for Ladies’ Day and the Grand National. www.palmsugarlounge.co.uk

His&hers social diary

Fish! networking at Mexigo

The recently opened Mexican restaurant Mexigo (which we reviewed on p22) celebrated its Bold Street, Liverpool, launch with a Fish! networking party last month.

The event was organised by Mexigo’s co-hosts Ubiquity PR who took care of the showcase and guest list.

More than 80 guests from the city’s leading property, financial services and lifestyle firms attended for a night of laid-back networking with Mexican flair.

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Animal Magic Shoulder bag, £2,000, Chloé; Resin square necklace, £215, Marni; moth-print scarf, £210, Alexander McQueen; vintage-style sunglasses, £160, Miu Miu; peep-toe shoes, £225, House of Harlow; leopard print clutch, £325, DVF; double finger sparrow ring, £80, Juicy Couture; tortoise-print sunglasses, £179, Dior; python print purse, £78, DKNY; cut-out heels, £355, Camilla Stovgaard.

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WOMen’s fashion

The Luxe List Summer has hit and this season it’s all about the details, so it didn’t take much to persuade us to take a trip to Harvey Nichols’ accessories department for a dash of inspiration styling: Hester Brodie, Photographer: Matthew Stansfield

Rock Chick Studded bag, £895, Christian Louboutin; gold skull ring, £170, Alexander McQueen; ball and claw bag, £795, DVF; studded gold shoe, £495, Alexander McQueen; multi-brim Wayfarer sunglasses, £123, RayBan; embellished stud shoe, £180, Sam Edelman; large panther pendant, £680, Roberto Cavalli; pink snake skin skull clutch, £925, Alexander McQueen; gold and diamond key pendant, £9,300 and chain, £5,950, Theo Fennell; black glitter clutch, £595, Jimmy Choo; skull and flower scarf, £295, Alexander McQueen.

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WOMen’s fashion

Brights Yellow tote, £360, Michael Kors; purple sunglasses, £121, DVF; turquoise purse, £510, Gianni Versace; phone cover, £30, Marc by Marc Jacobs; skinny hinge bangles, £60 (each), Marc by Marc Jacobs; superball high tops, £395, Christian Louboutin; gold trainers, £325, Jimmy Choo.

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women’s fashion

Hester’s Looks

Style Editor Hester Brodie has pulled together her favourite designer and high street looks for inspiration Photography: Sarah Jones www.sarahjonesphotography.co.uk, Stylist: Hester Brodie Hair and Make-up: Collette Casey, Model: Kirsty Davis at Industry People

We wouldn’t be surprised if Anya’s sold out of Aftershock bangles, but fear not we’ve found another great accessory on the high street for you at Matalan. Bangle, £8, Matalan.

Jumpsuit, £475, Kirsty Doyle; leopard clutch, £485, Holly Fulton; nude shoes, £95, Carvella; bangle, £12.50, Aftershock at Anya’s Closet Boutique.

This jumpsuit isn’t half as luxurious as Kirsty’s burnt orange number but will instantly update your spring/ summer wardrobe. Purple jumpsuit, £39.50, M&S.

Holly Fulton’s range is a must-see at Cricket in Cavern Walks; however, if you can’t afford the real thing we’ve found a leopard print clutch at Primark for you.

Leopard print clutch, £6, Primark.

A little splurge is always good and great shoes are one way to really set an outfit off so we’ve been to French Connection to source these beauties. Shoes, £115, French Connection.

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woMEN’s fashion Pleated top sneaker, £12, Topshop Metallic Gold sneaker, £35, French Connection White classic sneaker, £9.99, New Look Low0front floral sneaker, £7.99, H&M Tan sneaker, £18, Next Lilac All Stars, £37, Jones the Bootmaker

ummer S Sneakers SIX of the best

Summer is quickly approaching and we know this means a serious wardrobe update... And consequently pounding the pavements for hours!

And what better way to do this than by investing in a pair of new shoes?

STYLIST: Hester Brodie, PHOTOGRAPHER: Matthew Stansfield

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MEN’s fashion

A Liverpool Fashion Success Story

Daniel Whittaker, who was pictured by leading Liverpool photographer and regular His & Hers contributor Matt Ford for this month’s men’s cover, has become the city’s latest fashion success story.

PHOTOGRAPHER: Matt ford

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aniel, who began his career as a plasterer has recently moved to Milan, the fashion capital, to model for the leading design houses.

Pulse Model Agency sent model Daniel to Milan to establish him as the new face of top designers like Dolce & Gabbana and Versace.

After representing Daniel for one year there has been growing interest from the Italian market.

Daniel started his modelling career when his sister forwarded some images to Liverpool-based

modelling agency, Pulse. At this time Daniel worked as a plasterer and had never thought about the bright lights of photographic shoots or the catwalks of Milan.

Irene Bird, director of Pulse Agency, said: “As soon as we saw Daniel we knew we were on to a winner.

He has such a unique and diverse look, with a down to earth personality and attitude that clients love.”

Here at His & Hers we’re delighted to see someone bringing a refreshingly down-to-earth northern attitude to the catwalks of Milan and we’ll be following Daniel’s career with interest.

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MEN’S FASHION

STREET SMART The time of the month comes around all too soon when Luke Trevaskis, our Men’s Style Editor, hits the streets with his entourage to find the latest looks off the catwalk.

STYLE EDITOR & PHOTOGRAPHER: LUKE TREVASKIS, WORDS: EMMA GRIFFITHS

MITCH, 21

Student Mitch was dressed for the sunshine in his muted burgundy T-shirt from River Island and Republic chinos. His royal blue pumps are perfect for a casual saunter through the city centre and will see him right through spring and summer.

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KEVIN, 18

Model We spotted Kevin’s clean, casual look a mile off. In his Ben Sherman jacket, Criminal Damage jeans and pristine Reebok trainers, Kevin’s simple look keeps the balance between thrown-on cool and minimalist precision.

STEFAN, 23

Student Stefan well and truly has the casual look down. In his homemade cut-offs, vibrant Topman cardi and simple Office slipons, Stefan wouldn’t look out of place at a summer festival. We applaud his no-nonsense approach to Saturday afternoon dressing.

PAUL, 31

Architect With his casual elegance, Paul could write the book on sophisticated daywear.

In Timberland loafers that we’re sure to spot everywhere this summer, Paul rounds off his look with classic Ray-Bans, a Fred Perry cardi and a peek of his vintage Levis shirt.

CHRISTIAN, 20 Retail Assistant Storming down the high street in his classic Dr. Martens, Christian brings a touch of punk rock to this modern classic of an outfit. You really can’t go wrong with his crisp white T-shirt from H&M and tan chinos from All Saints. His burgundy scarf pulls the look into spring.

JAMIE, 20

Student Jamie’s relaxed yet individual style, with his Penguin shirt and Topman hat, caught our attention on Bold Street. Sporting a palette of muted tones he proves that you don’t need to be inyour-face with fashion to make a statement this spring.

S teal his style Following our transition into summer, Mitch shows us how he has combined muted tones to create his look WORDS & PHOTOGRAPHY: LUKE TREVASKIS

ARC LEG CHINOS AND DROP-CROTCH JEANS ADD NECESSARY VARIATION TO AN OTHERWISE BORING SHOES-PANTS-AND-TEE OUTFIT. THESE MUSTARD ARC-LEG CHINOS ARE AVAILABLE FROM TOPMAN, £44.

THESE SHOES ADD A GREAT WASHED-OUT PICK ‘N’ MIX FEEL TO THIS LOOK AND COME IN A VARIETY OF COLOURS. SAI SUEDE, £75, FRENCH CONNECTION.

PASTEL-COLOURED T-SHIRTS ARE A MUST-HAVE FOR THIS SEASON AND THERE IS A GREAT SELECTION ON THE MARKET AT VERY REASONABLE PRICES. PINK SHORT-SLEEVED T-SHIRT, £6.99, RIVER ISLAND.

MITCH IS A GREAT AMBASSADOR FOR THIS SEASON’S KEY TRENDS. TO COMPLETE THE LOOK I WOULD SUGGEST ADDING THE FOLLOWING..

AS SUMMER APPROACHES, IT IS STILL AS IMPORTANT TO ACCESSORISE. DISCARD YOUR SCARVES AND TRY PAIRING YOUR LOOK WITH A TRENDY FLAT-TOP TRILBY LIKE THIS BRN FEDORA STRAW, £16, TOPMAN.

TO BREAK UP THE ARMS, FIND AN INEXPENSIVE WATCH OR WRISTBAND SUCH AS THIS MIXED-SHAPE WOOD WRISTBAND, £6, TOPMAN.

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MEN’S FASHION

LUKE’S LOOKS

Tee-Off ! Men’s Style Editor Luke Trevaskis explains why the humble T-shirt’s about to become your new best friend.

ECRU FLAG PRINT V-NECK T-SHIRT, £14.99, RIVER ISLAND

BLUE ‘LIVE FAST’ PRINT COWL-NECK T-SHIRT, £21.99, RIVER ISLAND

AMPLIFIED STONES SILVER TEE, £15, TOPMAN

KHAKI SHORT-SLEEVED T-SHIRT, £14.99, RIVER ISLAND

DARK RED CASUAL TROUSERS, £34.99, RIVER ISLAND

KHAKI RAW-EDGE RIBBED GRANDDAD TOP, £10 TOPMAN

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oving into the summer season it’s time to add more colour to your wardrobe without losing sight of the toned-down look.

Basically - your red becomes maroon, your purple becomes plum and your green transforms into pine (got the idea?).

Colour can be incorporated into any look with carefully chosen chinos or a trendy tee.

If you would consider yourself a novice colour expert, don’t try and dig-out a pair of old luminous fuchsia trousers reminiscent of the disco era!* The best way to instantly add colour to

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complement the Navy and Camel trends of previous months, is through the various T-shirts that are to grace our streets over the next few months. Coming in all styles, with metallic print, sharp rips, frayed edges and LED displays - there is a lot that can go wrong with some of the migraine-inducing varieties that are on the market. Use my selection for inspiration when throwing yourself into the summer mood.

If this was your initial instinct, it may be best to ask a friend for advice before putting together this season’s wardrobe!

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70 Victoria parade

70 Victoria Parade Lounge Bar and Restaurant is one of Wirral’s most stylish venues, located on the beautiful New Brighton waterfront, opposite the famous Floral Pavilion theatre.

Our theatre lovers’ special two-course dinner (which is available between 5pm & 7pm from Tuesday to Saturday) costs just £12.50.

Alternatively, if you have a more leisurely schedule why not chill in the lounge bar, grab a daytime snack from our café, or enjoy an evening meal from our delicious new menu prepared by top chefs.

For reservations please call 0151 639 9027 www.70victoriaparade.co.uk

McGuffie’s Continental-Style Café Bar.

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Just opened adjacent to the Town Hall, Castle Street, with the city’s oldest original shopfront, McGuffie’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

Come and try the best Coffee &Â 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

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