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NOV 2015
Autumn at Home
EDITOR’S LETTER Autumn is a time when our focus moves from outside to indoors, this issue is full of warm and cosy ideas for our homes. We talk to Charlie Marshall, founder of Loaf about the opening of Battersea Loaf Shack. We interview Pamela Aaronson, Creative Director Ziggiziggi.com We have a special feature on the history of Robert Welch with a review of Robert Welch Design: Craft and Industry by Charlotte and Peter Fiell. We also have another in our occasional features on very Special Locations, this month’s featured property is Hintlesham Hall Hotel. Continuing our last month’s theme of relaxation, we also have a delightful collection of books to help you be creative and relaxed and our usual collection of fabulous beauty products. Finally for those who can’t wait for next Spring/Summer holidays we have our Autumn Travel special to inspire you. Enjoy! www.hotbrandscoolplaces.com https://twitter.com/Hotbrands Picture Credits Cover image courtesy of Loaf.com / 0845 459 9937 Other images throughout the magazine supplied by the various companies, or publishers featured. Please Note All information about products and services are supplied to us by the individual organizations, or agencies acting on their behalf. Whilst every effort has been made to ensure that all information is accurate, it may be subject to change. Please check with individual organizations for the latest information about all events, products, or news items. Inclusion in this magazine does not imply endorsement by Hot Brands Cool Places. Hot Brands Cool Places does not accept responsibility for the content of any external site.
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LSA INTERNATIONAL LSA International is renowned for its selection of mouthblown glassware and contemporary porcelain. Update your look this season with their latest collection of original designs. www.lsa-international.com/
DESIGNERS GUILD Established in 1970 by Tricia Guild, Designers Guild designs and wholesales furnishing fabrics, wall coverings, upholstery, bed and bath collections as well as a complete range of rugs and home accessories throughout UK, Europe and worldwide. www.designersguild.com
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GROHE GROHE is Europe’s largest and the world’s leading single-brand manufacturer and supplier of beautiful sanitary fittings. GROHE’s products offer the ultimate in luxurious styling, with mixers and showers that will suit any bathroom or kitchen, from modern to traditional. www.grohe.com/uk
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LINLEY This Autumn LINLEY is your go-to destination for gifts and home accessories, with fresh, elegant hues and soft textures creating a contemporary style. For 30 years they have been creating exquisite furniture, accessories and interiors that are recognisable by the finest British design and craftsmanship. www.davidlinley.com
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GO MODERN Go Modern specialises in contemporary furniture design including luxury, made-to-order Italian wardrobes. Located on London’s Kings Road, and online, we represent a mix of wellknown brands. Our partners include Bonaldo, Jesse, Porada, Vibieffe and Manutti, plus smaller, specialist companies such as Tonelli Design and Cierre. www.gomodern.co.uk
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Hot Brands Cool Places spoke with Charlie Marshall, founder of Loaf about the opening of Battersea Loaf Shack
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For people who don’t know can you tell us a little bit about Loaf? We make laid-back furniture for people to kick off their shoes and lead happier, more relaxed lives. I once lost a whole Saturday trying to buy a bed so I decided to make the shopping experience as hassle-free, affordable and speedy as possible. Two years, 187 mattress factories and some seriously comfy beds later, Loaf (Loaf.com) was born. In just seven years we’ve grown from our original 12 beds and one perfect mattress to become a one-stop shop for the whole home. Our comfy sofas and upholstered beds are handmade in Long Eaton, Derbyshire - the heart of British upholstery making. And our mattresses are made in Wiltshire! You can come and test out our loafing wares at our first store called the Loaf Shack which we opened in Battersea this autumn. Why did you want to open the Loaf Shack? Our aim has been to make shopping for furniture online as easy and as hassle-free as possible. But there are still lots of people that want to bounce around on the beds and sit on the sofas before they buy. So in answer to our customers we’ve created a seriously beautiful, bells and whistles store filled with things to make people smile. What other treats do you have in the Loaf shack? We want people to really kick-back and relax at our new home so there are chill-out areas with old school games (think Space Invaders and table football!) and you can even tuck into a couple of scoops of ice cream at our traditional-style parlour. There’s a fun-filled Little Loafers corner to keep the kids busy too. For the first time we’re offering a cherry-picked collection of takeaway gifts and accessories including organic candles, bath smellies, tableware, cashmere blankets and other essential loafing supplies. Where else can people visit you? We’ve also got our Notting Hill Den just off Ladbroke Grove which is our original 5,000 square foot showroomstyle space. And we’re planning to roll out 10 more Loaf Shacks in the next few years so watch this space. There’s definitely more to come!
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What do you see as the key trends for Autumn/Spring 2016? We don’t really follow trends here at Loaf but I do head to my sister’s house for the next big thing, she’s always five years ahead. Her house looks like a rock star’s home! It’s got a nod to the ‘80s with strong bright colours. And we’ve noticed that our customers are becoming more adventurous and braver with colour in their homes too. A few years ago it was all about neutrals but I think now with sites like Pinterest and plenty of good inspiration out there, it’s easier to get bolder colours right. We shot our Pudding sofa in a punchy Burnt Orange velvet and it’s been the real hit since launching. It’s a fresh take on a classic design but not as “out there” as you’d think. Like a tin of baked beans, it just works. Plus, our rug maker says with complete authority that burnt yellow is going to be the next big thing colour-wise so keep an eye out for new shades in our SS16 collection. What makes a perfect home for you? I’m not sure there is such a thing as a perfect home. But we’re all about helping to create happy homes. I think the happiest homes are the ones that evolve over time and tell a story. They should be an extension of who we are where you can put your feet up and be yourself. At home we have a big living room, kitchen, dining room and playroom rolled into one. The ground floor space is on one level and forms a ‘U’ shape around the house. The kids love whizzing around on their trikes. The rooms have high-ceilings, light wooden Dinesen floors for a clean Scandi look, neutral mid-century furniture, pops of colour with quirky ethnic pieces, our new chunky-knit ‘Bug’ pouffes, a colourful striped ‘Finca’ rug and a giant magnetic blackboard. I also ordered our Crumpet sofa in a large so that me, my wife, and our three kids can all loaf about on there together. It’s slightly deeper than most sofas making it super-comfy and the design is a nice twist on a more traditional style. www.Loaf.com / 0845 459 9937
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HICKS AND HICKS Hicks and Hicks luxury designer furniture and contemporary home products have been handpicked for quality and style and blend together to create an overall look of warmth and comfort. We have covered everything from lighting to bathrooms, from rugs to decorative gems, contemporary to traditional, all handpicked by our team of design professionals bringing together stylish rooms of comfort and elegance. www.hicksandhicks.com/
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DUSK LIGHTS Dusk Lights is a UK online lighting superstore that not only sells an eclectic range of contemporary and traditional lights at great value but also offers a free professional telephone support service offering advice and technical help on all lighting matters. www.dusklights.co.uk
TREASURE TROVE The Treasure Trove is the place to find shabby chic and vintage furniture with a unique style and Free UK Delivery! Lovingly hand painted and sourced by us ‌ why not see what treasures you can find? www.thetreasuretrove.co.uk
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UNIQUEWORKS Treat yourself to some beautiful Uniqueworks Handmade Furniture. Expertly crafted at our small workshops in Pembrokeshire, we use the most delightful hardwoods from British trees such as cherry, elm or oak. Our classic furniture looks and feels gorgeous and will last a lifetime. www.uniqueworks.co.uk
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BLUE ISLE Blue Isle is an online home interiors store, offering a classic and timeless look with a paredback, contemporary twist and a focus on design quality. Solid weathered oak in calm grey tones leads the collection of furniture, table lamps and accessories. www.blueisle.co.uk
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THE HEADBOARD WORKSHOP The Headboard Workshop started making headboards 30 years ago in a garage in London. They were all made to order, all in customers own material and always delivered on time. THW have come a long way since then, but their principles remain the same; made to order headboards, beds, ottomans & chairs, backed up by outstanding service. The team design, develop and make all of their products in their factory in Wales. www.theheadboardworkshop.co.uk
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RED HEN At Red Hen we have lots of gorgeous new home accessories and gifts arriving this Autumn. If you are looking for stylish home accessories, vintage furniture or quirky and unusual gifts we have a good choice of well designed, quality pieces for your home available now at: www.redhentrading.co.uk
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Hot Brands Cool Places spoke with Pamela Aaronson, Creative Director Ziggiziggi.com for an exclusive interview
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What was the inspiration behind Ziggiziggi.com? My family – they always commented on my eye for design and use of colour. They encouraged me to start a designer home accessory niche within our family group of commercial companies - Hart Interiors. At first I held product parties with friends to gauge their reaction to Ziggiziggi.com’s early products. This was usually very positive. Never did I entertain at the start that Ziggiziggi.com’s products would be sold across the UK, Europe and even the US from our website. It still is amazing to see Ziggiziggi.com’s products featured in national newspapers and magazines and we are so pleased to be giving this interview with Hot Brands Cool Places magazine. How has your brand changed and adapted over the years? It’s hard to believe that it will be 8 years on the 8th May, since ZiggiZiggi started out in a Portakabin. Back in 2007 we were selling a small range of taps and other bathroom accessories. However, from small beginnings we have grown into what is now a standalone, thriving home interiors business. These days Ziggiziggi.com is renowned for offering bright, contemporary kitchen, dining and bathroom items, with a funky edge. We recently changed our branding to reflect Ziggiziggi’s modern outlook. What are the key trends in home accessories for Autumn 2015 / Spring 2016? Ziggiziggi.com is aware that Dulux have announced their 2016 colour as Cherished Gold and this will have an influence on UK designers. Another major influencer is the latest James Bond movie. We already note a designer trend to create cool sophisticated black and white schemes in kitchens, living and bedrooms. We also think that in bathrooms the use of wood and bamboo may see a resurgence again because they are eco beneficial. As natural products they can be grown in a sustainable way. These materials also add warmth and soften the often ultra clinical look of chrome and white. Where white dominates, designers will be incorporating bright colours such as reds, oranges and greens in pictures, clocks and accessories. In kitchens these colours will enhance what otherwise could be boring worktops, benches or sideboards. Our Wesco kitchen scales with clock, cookie and bread bins are available in a range of bright block colours, which will give the kitchen that wow factor. What does Ziggiziggi.com have planned for the future? Well first there is Christmas! Ziggiziggi.com gives our customers the chance to find something a little different this Christmas with our special selection of seasonal gifts ideas and presents - they’ll be appreciated a lot more than a pair of socks! Favourites will always be the Hedgehog Cheese Grater, the affordable selection of Cappuccino and Espresso coffee cup sets, and the scented candles, diffusers and massage oils that we offer. For the longer term new products will be added that offer the unique modern and colourful style that our clients like so much. We are developing a special range of bathroom accessories for children reflecting Ziggiziggi.com’s funky designs and sense of fun. Ziggiziggi.com has also just launched La Collezione - a new high end range of lighting and furniture.
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La Collezione offers really special items that will compliment luxury glamorous designs whilst allowing for the home owner to stamp their own individual personality. The collection includes stunning silver plated floor standing and table candelabra lamps from Fink, the German design company. We are adding Fink’s silver plated floor standing vases to La Collezione range, as well as minimalist designed occasional wooden tables from London designer Lincoln Rivers at Wireworks. These side tables have an ingenious removable top that can also double up as a tray. What excites you about your role? Discovering new products – which are well designed and make you feel special. They may be new to the UK or aren’t regularly available on the High Street – hopefully they will cause a stir when launched. We have pioneered new brands and products in the past and will continue to do so in the future. A regular visit to our website is always advisable – you may be in for a pleasant surprise! What makes a perfect home for you? The perfect home for me is all about family and friends and creating the perfect atmosphere for spending time together. Vases filled with fresh flowers and soft candle light help to achieve a warm and homely ambience. Entertaining is also very important and a lovely table filled with beautiful serving dishes never fails to impress. It’s the personal touches in the home that help show how much you care about your family. Thank you so much for taking part in this interview. www.Ziggiziggi.com
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ARTS & CRAFTS LIVING William Morris famously said, “Have nothing in your houses that you do not know to be useful or believe to be beautiful”… At www.artsandcraftsliving.co.uk that’s our philosophy too! Home interiors and gifts in the style of the British and American Arts & Crafts era (c.1860 – 1930). www.artsandcraftsliving.co.uk
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ELLA JAMES Shop at http://www.ellajames.co.uk/ for pretty gifts and inspiration - a gorgeous selection of delightful gifts and items for the home. www.ellajames.co.uk
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SASS & BELLE Discover the new Sass & Belle arrivals from the Autumn/Winter collections; from cute nail files and snack boxes to practical wash bags and make up bags. We also have a delightfully pretty umbrella in the gorgeous French Rose print, the must have fashion accessory of the season! www.sassandbelle.co.uk/
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RED LILLY Make your Autumn interior cosy with our collection of unusual lighting ideas and diverse interior accessories www.redlilly.co.uk
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GLAZEBROOK & CO. Glazebrook & Co. Classic Cutlery for modern living. Finest Stainless Steel designs with alternative dishwasher safe Cream and Black Handle Knives. A perfect wedding gift. For more information visit: www.glazebrook.com Email: sales@glazebrook.com or Tel: 020 7731 7135 Free Sample Service. Delivery Worldwide
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NATURAL RUG We supply bespoke Rugs made from Natural Fibres such as Sisal, Seagrass, Coir and Jute. Our natural Rugs are handmade to order, just choose your favourite Natural product, add a border from our large collection and your Rug will be made exclusively for you. More details on our web site: www.thenaturalrugcompany.com
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IN THE LINEN CUPBOARD In the Linen Cupboard is an online shop offering extremely luxurious bed linens and towels made in England. We also have a unique click and design feature. In just 5 clicks you can design your own bed linen in various designs. www.inthelinencupboard.co.uk / enquiries@inthelinencupboard.co.uk
Hot Brands Cool Places reviews Robert Welch - Design: Craft and Industry by Charlotte and Peter Fiell
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Synopsis: Trained at the Royal College of Art in London, Robert Radford Welch (1929-2000) was one of the leading designers of his generation who balanced craft manufacture and industrial production to create an impressively broad range of products, many of which are now rightly considered icons of modern design. This book charts the last 60 years of Robert Welch Designs and the work of one of the leading British designers of the twentieth century. Robert Welch had the foresight to keep an archive from a very early stage in his career. Over time it grew into the collection that the modern company are now custodians of. It is an invaluable assortment of documents and objects detailing every aspect of his design process, the business he established and, as with every archive, plenty of unexpected and surprising details. With the launch of Robert Welch - Design: Craft and Industry, which is illustrated with exclusive material from the Robert Welch Archive, the power of the company’s rich history is made tangible. It is no longer an unruly collection in a dusty attic, it has transformed into a credible resource which can be held in your hand. With a foreword from Alice and Rupert Welch, Robert’s children and successors at the head of the family business, this book offers a truly personal insight into the life and work of this ground breaking designer. Charlotte and Peter Fiell are internationally renowned authorities on the history, theory and criticism of design and are the authors of more than 20 books on design and the visual arts, including Scandinavian Design, The Story of Design, Designing the 21st Century and the bestselling 1000 Chairs. https://www.robertwelch.com/living/books/books_1/robert_welch_design_craft_and_industry_hardback. htm Hot Brands Cool Places Verdict Once in a while you come across a book that captures your imagination and this is such a book. The archive collection that Robert Welch kept is absolutely priceless. Examining the detail in the drawings, as for example with the V&A Candelabra; the illustrations and how Robert found his inspiration and seeing the end result gives a fascinating insight into his work. Each decade is illustrated with his original designs and stunning photographs. This book is an absolute treasure and a source of inspiration for any aspiring designers and those interested in interior design. We loved it! Highly Recommended!
Images above: Preliminary sketch by Robert Welch of the V&A candelabra, 1980 Sterling silver pair of V&A candelabra Robert sketching in his original studio - on previous page Images courtesy of Robert Welch Designs Limited
ROBERT WELCH Update your home for spring with unique tableware, kitchen accessories and other homeware products – all designed at the Robert Welch Designs studio in the Cotswolds. www.robertwelch.com/
LITTLE LUCY WILLOW Little Lucy Willow create beautiful bedrooms in perfect pastels. Boasting timeless, exclusive collections, designed in-house, there is something here to suit every girl, boy or teen. The Lancashire-based company also provide accessories, soft furnishings and gifts. www.littlelucywillow.co.uk
WHITE RABBIT ENGLAND White Rabbit England is a luxury childrens’ brand founded in 2001 by sisters Charlotte Thompson and Victoria Sullivan. We design and manufacture lighting and interiors for the nursery and special gifts for little ones. Our award winning White Rabbit lamp represents perfectly the uniqueness and quality of both the design and manufacture of everything we do to create heirlooms of the future. “Designed by us, made for you, keep forever” www.whiterabbitengland.com
CHH DESIGN Caroline’s exclusive, limited edition designs are entirely hand painted hand have a vibrancy and exuberance that is unique. Each piece from her range is guaranteed to bring the joy of Spring into the home, and, in its luxurious gift box, make an original and stunning birthday or wedding present. www.chh-design.com
DANGLY HEARTS Dangly Hearts is run by husband and wife team, Linzi and Jason, in the New Forest. They design and make beautiful heart themed textiles using UK sourced cotton and linen with appliquĂŠ and free machine embroidery decoration. Most items can be personalised making them perfect gifts for special occasions. www.danglyhearts.co.uk
REVIEWS Continuing our last month’s theme of relaxation, here is a delightful collection of books to help you be creative and relaxed. Lost Ocean: An Inky Adventure & Colouring Book - Johanna Basford Synopsis: A beautiful new colouring book that takes you on a magical journey beneath the waves, from the creator of the worldwide bestsellers, Secret Garden and Enchanted Forest. Also features a large double-sided pull-out poster to colour and keep. With Lost Ocean, Johanna Basford invites colour-inners of all ages to discover an enchanting underwater world hidden within the depths of the sea. Secret Garden and Enchanted Forest fans and newcomers alike will delight in this creative journey into an inky new world. For Lost Ocean Johanna picked a crisp ivory paper that accentuates and compliments your chosen colour palette. The smooth, untextured pages allows for beautiful blending or gradient techniques with coloured pencils, or are perfect for pens, allowing the nib to glide evenly over the surface without feathering. http://www.amazon.co.uk/Lost-Ocean-Inky-Adventure-Colouring/ dp/0753557150/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1446464516&sr=8-1&keywo rds=Lost+Ocean%3A+An+Inky+Adventure+%26+Colouring+Book++Johanna+Basford Hot Brands Cool Places Verdict The details in these drawings are amazing, with intricate pen and ink illustrations to complete, colour and embellish. There are shoals of exotic fish, curious octopuses and delicately penned seahorses, coral reefs and barnacle-studded shipwrecks, as well as intricate shells and pirate treasure. There is also hidden throughout the book jewels and treasure to find. We loved it! Highly Recommended! Sherlock: The Mind Palace: The Official Colouring Book - Mike Collins Synopsis: The game is on… The Mind Palace is a unique celebration of the rich visual landscape of Sherlock, featuring over 50 intricate pieces of artwork by artist Mike Collins. Recreate classic scenes, add colour to intricate interiors and illuminate the fascinating world of Sherlock with the power of your imagination. http://www.amazon.co.uk/Sherlock-Mind-Palace-Official-Colouring/ dp/1785940430/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1446464721&sr=8-1&keywords =Sherlock%3A+The+Mind+Palace%3A+The+Official+Colouring+Book++Mike+Collins Hot Brands Cool Places Verdict As well as enjoying the colouring pages in this book, a vital clue from each episode is hidden within the original black and white illustrations, and only by completing the scene can they be found. Fill Sherlock’s world with colour and find the secrets hidden within The Mind Palace. A perfect gift for all fans of Sherlock!
Zendoodle Meditative drawing to calm your inner self - Susanne Schaadt Synopsis: These simple yet stunning designs will help relax your mind while allowing your creativity to flow. Therapist and art education professional Susanne Schaadt shows you how to achieve a state of ‘zen’ with these beautiful meditative drawing exercises. Perfect for children and adults alike. Drawing should always be a fun pastime; it’s a great way to relax and let your imagination run wild. It can also be a fantastic meditative exercise. All you need is some paper, some pens and pencils and you’re ready to unwind. The Japanese word “zen” means meditation and when you combine this concept with these simple yet stunning drawings you get “zendoodle”. The projects are designed by therapist and art education professional Susanne Schaadt and are intended to bring calm and help focus the mind. http://www.searchpress.com/book/9781782212348/zendoodle Hot Brands Cool Places Verdict This book is based on the idea that drawing simple and repetitive patterns relaxes the mind bringing about a sense of calm while allowing your creativity to flow. It includes a step-by-step section for the basic patterns and motifs plus templates for the more complex drawing designs. A beautiful gift! Body Calm - Sandy C. Newbigging The Powerful Meditation Technique That Helps Your Body Heal and Stay Healthy Synopsis: Body Calm introduces you to a powerful way to use the mind-body connection to help your body heal and stay healthy. From the creator of the widely used Mind Calm, Sandy C. Newbigging, this transformative technique gives your body the rest it needs to recover and remain healthy while bringing about greater harmony within your heart, mind, body and soul. With the Body Calm Meditation technique for daily practice and the Embodying Exercise for resolving specific issues, this book shows that you really do have the power to enjoy a calmer mind and a condition-free body - and that achieving it can be so much easier than you may think. http://www.hayhouse.co.uk/body-calm Hot Brands Cool Places Verdict This informative book includes the background research about the links between meditation and self-healing and staying healthy together with the seven secret sources of stress and bad health. It also includes Quick-start cures for reducing stress and increasing serenity together with Sandy’s five comprehensive directories listing physical conditions and their probable mind-based causes. A wonderful source of calming and well-being techniques. Highly Recommended!
GEORGE SMITH George Smith is an exclusive furniture and fabric manufacturer with showrooms in London and Harrogate. Their range of sofas, chairs, chaises and stools come in a variety of classic designs to suit both contemporary and traditional tastes. www.georgesmith.co.uk
SCARLET & ARGENT Never leaving our family, the Hainsworth Mill story is intricately woven throughout 230 years of history across 7 generations. Scarlet and Argent connects our family to your own through our blankets, throws and finishing touches. Woven with generations of skill, dedication and knowledge, they are the perfect foundation for your own family memories. www.scarletandargent.co.uk
Autumn Beauty Round-up
Crabtree & Evelyn ® La Source Hand Therapy Our multi-award winning natural hand cream La Source Hand Therapy with rich shea butter, will protect and moisturise hands from the elements to leave them silky soft and lightly scented with a relaxing sea fragrance. Combine the Hand Therapy with our Conditioning Hand Wash and Exfoliating Hand Scrub for the complete 3 steps to beautifully silky soft hands. • Award winning shea butter hand cream • Soothes • Conditions • Moisturises • New durable polylaminate tube
Fragrance: A crisp, clean scent of refreshing aquatic notes, musk, and gentle shoreline breezes. http://www.crabtree-evelyn.co.uk/hand-care/hand-cream/la-source-handtherapy-100g-81087.html Crabtree & Evelyn ® Citron, Honey & Coriander Hand Wash The scents of enticing citron, lemon leaf, a ‘bite’ of peppery coriander and subtle woody accents are blended to leave skin with a refreshing aroma. Formulated with conditioning lemon, honey and coriander extracts. Combine the Hand Wash with our Exfoliating Hand Scrub and Moisturising Hand Therapy for the complete 3 steps to beautifully silky soft hands. • pH balanced hand wash • skin conditioning • enticing citron, lemon leaf, peppery coriander and subtle woody accents • convenient pump dispenser http://www.crabtree-evelyn.co.uk/collections/citron-honey-and-coriander/citronconditioning-hand-wash-250ml-79110.html Fragrance: Enticing Citron, Lemon Leaf, a ‘bite’ of peppery coriander and subtle woody accents. Crabtree & Evelyn ® Citron, Honey & Coriander Body Mist Freshen up with the tantalising notes of zesty citron, lemon leaf and bergamot, all layered with warm honey and peppery coriander, in this vibrant citrus scent. • can be sprayed on your body, hair and clothes to keep them airy and lightly scented • use matching body lotion for longer lasting fragrance • for the ultimate refreshing treat keep your body mist in refrigerator Discover more from our refreshing Citron, Honey & Coriander collection. http://www.crabtree-evelyn.co.uk/collections/citron-honey-and-coriander/citronbody-mist-100ml-80835.html
The Body Shop ® OILS OF LIFE™ INTENSELY REVITALISING CREAM Product details: By infusing 3 precious seed oils from around the world, known for their revitalising and repairing properties on skin – Black Cumin seed oil from Egypt, Camellia seed oil from China and Rosehip seed oil from Chile – in to a silky cream with perfecting micro-pearls, we created a daily cream that intensely revitalises skin, replenishes moisture and revives radiance. From the moment it touches the skin, this Intensely Revitalising Cream effortlessly melts onto the face, leaving a light and comfortable finish without a greasy feel. • Silky-soft daily nourishing cream infused with 3 precious seed oils from around the world to replenish and revitalise skin. • Cold-pressed seed oils to preserve potent properties and ensure the utmost affinity to skin. • Comfortable but light and non-greasy. http://www.thebodyshop.co.uk/whats-hot/new-in/oils-of-life-intensely-revitalisingcream.aspx The Body Shop ® SATSUMA BODY BUTTER This rich and creamy Body Butter is a feast for the skin. It melts straight in to leave skin feeling soft and smooth. It contains Community Fair Trade shea butter and smells of fresh satsuma. • 24-hour hydration • Great for normal to dry skin • Fresh satsuma scent http://www.thebodyshop.co.uk/shop-by-range/satsuma/satsuma-body-butter. aspx The Body Shop ® THIRSTY HANDS MOISTURE GLOVES Made with extra-stretchy natural cotton. Slather on our Almond Oil Intensive Hand Rescue, then slip on these gloves for mega moisture overnight. http://www.thebodyshop.co.uk/bath-body-care/bath-accessories/thirsty-handsmoisture-gloves.aspx http://www.thebodyshop.co.uk/ Trilogy® Botanical Body Wash A gentle gel body wash to deliver exceptionally fresh, clean skin. Enjoy the crisp, relaxing, aroma-therapeutic fragrance while non-drying cleansers gently refresh the skin to leave you ready for action. Fresh and impeccably clean skin with rosehip, kawakawa and amla. Pump a small amount into hand or wash cloth, lather over body, wash and rinse. Add to running bath water for a relaxing aroma-therapeutic bath. Trilogy Botanical Body Wash is £16.50 for 500ml available from Debenhams. http://www.debenhams.com/
Bright Light ‘Mini’ SAD Light Box Ideal for the home or office, the Bright Light ‘Mini’ is a convenient solution to help alleviate your winter blues. Its Bright Light technology produces an output of 10,000 lux to provide a treatment time of just 60mins. Unlike our larger SAD light models, the ‘Mini’ is just 20 x 21cm and weighs less than 1kg which makes it suitable for travelling to and from work. It uses an energy-saving 45W bulb that is both flicker and UV-free. · · · · · · ·
Compact size is perfect for travel to and from work Fold out stand and wall mounting hook provide a convenient display 10,000 lux intesity helps to provide optimum treatment times Treatment time of 60mins at a distance of 30cm (12”) Flicker-free start-up and lighting Ideal for use at home or in the office UV-free
Available at LloydsPharmacy http://www.betterlifehealthcare.com/ Clinique Beyond Perfecting Foundation and Concealer A foundation-and-concealer in one for a natural, beyond perfected look that lasts all day. Lightweight, moisturizing makeup covers thoroughly without clogging pores. Skin breathes comfortably, colour stays true, even through sweat and humidity. Due to the rich pigment level that enhances this flawless coverage makeup, shades may appear deeper when first applied. Leave the foundation to settle just for a few minutes, this will allow the high pigment in the formula to adapt to your skin tone which is why you get such a flawless perfected finish. Suitable for ALL skin types Clinique NEW Lash Power Feathering Mascara Out-to-there length and fine-tuned separation plus a feathery-soft look and feel after every buildable coat. All in a formula that stays put for up to 12 smudge-resistant hours, yet removes easily with warm water. http://www.clinique.co.uk/
An Occasional Feature on very Special Locations Featured Property: Hintlesham Hall Hotel
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What Makes Hintlesham Hall Hotel Special? Hintlesham Hall is a magnificent grade one listed building with original Georgian features, nestled in the tranquil Suffolk countryside. It’s a little spot of luxury in beautiful surroundings, just an hour away from Stansted airport and a short taxi journey from Ipswich train station. The Hall offers award winning fine dining, one-of-akind stately bedrooms, stunning views, and an exquisite onsite spa. All of this only a stone’s throw away from renowned Suffolk heritage coast towns such as Aldeburgh and the popular medieval village of Lavenham. Why is it perfect for weddings? We can guarantee exclusivity for your big day, so everyone staying in the hotel will be friends and family of the bride and groom. We have two dedicated wedding planners who ensure that one of them is always available to speak to. Luxurious overnight accommodation is available to newlyweds on the night of their wedding, and the happy couple are invited back to the Hall for a complimentary romantic three course dinner and bottle of bubbly on their first wedding anniversary. It is an idyllic location to tie the knot and celebrate your special day in style. What else can be celebrated at Hintlesham Hall Hotel? Hintlesham Hall is a great venue for any occasion where you want your guests to feel they’re being treated like VIPs. Birthdays, anniversaries, Halloween, Christmas, New Year and Valentine’s Day are all celebrated here, as well as being a popular venue for corporate events such as conferences, trade shows, award ceremonies and private meetings. It is also ideal for just a short getaway, as guests are able to enjoy luxury treatments in our onsite spa or book in a round of golf on the adjacent golf course. What can be enjoyed in the grounds? We offer a historic guided tour around the grounds called ‘Behind the Façade’, where we walk guests around the Hall and explain the story behind the lavish building and the picturesque surrounding grounds. We also offer a range of indulgent spa treatments in our spa and access to a Jacuzzi. Afternoon tea can be enjoyed in one of our luxury lounges or bar area, or on our garden terraces on a warm sunny day. It is also a popular venue for private dining, and guests can be accompanied by a pianist while they dine if they wish. We have an adjacent golf course on our grounds that can be used by guests also.
Tell us more about your new pampering facilities. We have recently opened an elegant new spa, which was designed to complement the feel of the Hall. The spa is light and airy with sophisticated décor, and it comprises three soothing treatments rooms, manicure and pedicure stations, a relaxation lounge and quaint outdoor terrace with a Jacuzzi. We offer an extensive range of treatments using prestigious brands such as Elemis, OPI and St Tropez, using state of the art equipment. Elemis treatments include Biotec and Anti-Aging Facials, Body Therapy scrubs, wraps and massages, and Elemis Skin Intelligence for Men. We also offer manicures, pedicures, waxing, tanning, makeup, and eyelash and eyebrow tinting and shaping are also available, so visitors can really pamper and treat themselves. What else is available to visit in the area? We can arrange for guests to go for a bit of clay pigeon shooting in the pretty little nearby village of Coddenham. To sample some of Suffolk’s finest cuisine you can head over to Lavenham, or for a spot of shopping Bury St Edmunds is only about a 30 minute drive away. The scenic seaside towns of Aldeburgh and Southwold are within driving distance and perfect for a day out, while Ipswich waterfront is ideal for an afternoon or evening of fine dining and cocktails overlooking the harbour. The picturesque market town of Woodbridge is also worth a visit, particularly with the famous Anglo-Saxon royal burial site Sutton Hoo just next door. Or for something a little more relaxed, you can head to Dedham and Flatford to hire out a boat, go for a stroll and admire the beautiful area that inspired so many of John Constable’s famous paintings. For further information please call us on 01473 652334 / www.hintleshamhall.com Or contact spa@hintleshamhall.com
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