intu Watford | Christmas gift guide 2016 by intuwatford

WINTER 2016

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Whoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Glamorous now? Holiday style and how to get it The best in festive fashion and much more at intu

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Contents Men’s gifts Page 16

Online exclusives Page 12

Kids’ gifts Page 18 You complete me Page 22

The edit Page 08

Welcome

New this issue

04 Christmas campaign special Keep your eyes peeled for our new Christmas adverts – here’s a peek behind the scenes

20 Four ways to wear Decode dress codes with our go-to guide to mastering festive social occasions

06 Insider All our Christmas news, events and entertainment from the centre

22 You complete me Adorn yourself in the most beautiful accessories at intu Watford this winter

08 The edit Our guide to the ‘lust-haves’ of the season

24 The knowledge How to master the strongest and sleekest men’s trends for the holiday season

10 What to wear now Inspirational and wearable trends – plus how to work the look – at intu Watford 12 Online exclusives Our pick of this winter’s statement coats and how to make them fit in with your style

26 Beauty memo From hard-working beauty buys to vampy make-up, Christmas just got prettier 28 Homes Escape to the country with tactile neutrals, natural finishes and warm candlelight

13 The new cool It’s time to ‘think pink’. We try out the sweetest 30 Next gen sugary shades in this season’s key colour From babygrows to perfect princess party dresses, dress the kids up in all their finery 14 Women’s gift guide From super chic to party perfect, we review 32 Competition the best gifts for women at intu Watford Win a £500 intu gift card in our prize draw 16 Men’s gift guide 33 intu essentials Is your guy a city slicker or a country casual? Our perfect additions to festive feasts Fear not, we’ve got his perfect present all 34 intu advice wrapped up How to avoid Christmas calamity 18 Kids’ gift guide Our rundown of the hottest gifts for your kids 35 Directory How to get in touch with intu Watford stores this year in our festive edit

Psst... intu winter giveaway Bag yourself £500 to spend on a new winter wardrobe! page 32

As the weather gets colder and the nights become longer, we naturally turn our thoughts to Christmas. And what a Christmas it’s going to be at intu Watford! The centre is brimming with amazing gifts for all the family. Follow our gift guides, from beauty to tech to fashion – your presents to your loved ones this year will be the best under the tree. The festive season brings other challenges: follow our festive fashion guide and get the perfect party attire, from trends on page 10, to decoding and refreshing Christmas classics on page 20. Plus we’ve got the best coat silhouettes of the season all wrapped up on page 12. Beauty buffs can master their look with our definitive guide to the most iconic buys to give them a holiday glow, while the kids are alright with our pick of the coolest threads. Don’t forget our inspiring homes feature on page 28, and our advice column on page 34 – a helpful and essential guide to solving your festive  purchasing queries. Happy shopping and have a wonderful Christmas and new year. Leigh Brooks Marketing Manager

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All information and prices correct at time of going to press, however intu Watford cannot guarantee that the products promoted in this magazine will be in stock. All rights reserved. Articles may not be reproduced without written permission from intu Watford Management. While every care has been taken in compiling the content, neither the publisher nor intu Watford assumes responsibility for effects arising out of this publication.

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Centre news

Centre

news

Christmas campaign special Keep a beady eye out for our wonderful new Christmas ad campaign: hitting your TV screens from 7 November.

Woohoo! We’re on TV!

Search YouTube for ‘intu Christmas’ to see our ad now!

Our amazing new Christmas campaign is called your kind of shopping and showcases the many types of shopper that visit intu Watford at Christmas. From the self-indulgent Me Me Me Shopper to the hawk-eyed Bargain Hunter: have a look and see which one is most like you! Or are you more than one type?

The Over Excited Shopper

The Me Me Me Shopper

The type to positively wriggle and jiggle with excitement for there is a lot to keep the family entertained this festive season at intu Watford.

This shopper loves treating herself and looking great! She cares about how she looks and will happily browse the day away in search of the perfect gift (for herself of course!) In fact, she’ll often be seen sifting through our gift guide, which you can find on p14-19.

The Window Shopper A bird, often found taking her time, browsing our thousands of brands; or having a long lunch or a coffee in one of our fabulous restaurants and cafés. 04 intu

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Centre news The Big Day Out Shopper

The Last Minute Panic Shopper

Most likely to be found ushering her ducklings into Santa’s grotto, taking part in our festive treasure hunt or joining in with our festive Kids’ Club activities including face painting, Christmas crafts and party games. Please visit customer services or intu.co.uk/watford for all our family fun activities this Christmas.

This shopper isn’t one for advance planning. But not to worry, because we have extended opening hours from 5-30 December with free parking weekdays from 6pm*.

The Wise Shopper The sort of clever bird who knows that an intu Gift Card is the savviest choice of present. You can load it up with any amount from £5 up to £1,000 and it’s accepted in almost all of our shops, restaurants and cafés. Whoo-hoo.

The Bargain Hunter Most often spotted poised and ready to swoop on all the amazing bargains at our Black Friday Weekend 25-27 November.

A sneak peek at the making of our ad...

A team of craftspeople worked round the clock to make our star puppets...

...everything was done by hand...

...then master puppeteers – from world class productions like War Horse – brought them to life!

Search ‘intu Christmas’ on YouTube to see for yourself

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BEHIND THE SCENES

Insider

Centre

Winter update

news

Get in the Christmas spirit with all the exciting news and events at intu Watford

Don’t miss...

Centre events Santa’s grotto It doesn’t matter whether you’ve been naughty or nice, you’ll still get the chance to visit Father Christmas over the festive season when he takes up his annual residence at intu Watford. Santa will receive guests at his magical grotto in the gallery space above Next every day from 14 November to 24 December. Tickets cost £3 per person and each child receives a gift. Book now at intu.co.uk/watford to avoid disappointment. All wrapped up Even the most perfect present can be let down by terrible wrapping. Why not avoid the lastminute panic and get your gifts finished off expertly

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Don’t forget! We’re offering free parking at Kings, Queen, Palace and Charter car parks this Christmas. The special offer is valid from 5 December for all our customers on week days from 6pm until closing time. Late-night shopping We know what a busy time of the year this is for everyone. That’s why we are staying open later in the run up to Christmas to ensure that you have plenty of time to get your shopping done. For full details, see intu.co.uk/watford/ centre-information/ opening-times.

Psst... Show us your style

Do you want to earn style points as well as a chance to splurge at your favourite shops? Then get snap happy – simply take a selfie and show us how you work the new-season trends! Pucker up and take a pic of your best intu outfit, send it to @intuwatford with the hashtag #intuOOTD and you could win a gift card to the value of £100! We have five to give away. 06 intu

at our charity wrapping desk? It’s open from 1-24 December. Simply go to intu.co.uk/watford to check out which charity will be there on a specific day.

A warm welcome to… MAC Cosmetics Psst... We’re excited to reveal that global beauty Editor’s brand MAC Cosmetics picks – known for combining street savvy with glamorous style and panache – is heading to intu Watford. MAC is a staple for professional make-up artists and sponsors a whole host of shows at London Fashion Week, so expect to find the latest in blushers, foundations, lipsticks and much more, alongside expert Lip Pencil, Spice advice form the store’s £13 expertly trained advisers. Make sure you follow intu Watford on social media because the exact opening date hasn’t been revealed. You don’t want to miss out on being the first to grab some excellent beauty buys.

We loved... Spellbinder Eye Shadow, Mysterious Influence £16

In Extreme Dimension 3D Mascara £19

Studio Fix Fluid SPF15 Foundation £22

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Kids’ gifts

Santa baby Have you heard of Portable North Pole’s personalised Santa video that you can make for your kids? John Lewis has teamed up with the innovative company and is offering cute toys –including the Do-Good Elf (pictured) – with a code to set up your own message – via the website or app – to your little ones for Christmas Day.

Home décor

love. Try style advice, where stylists work through your ideas in store to find a look that suits your budget. Or go for the more in-depth design consultation where experts visit your home and help with ordering, delivery and fitting. You can even redeem the £250 consultation fee when you spend over £1,500 in the home department.

House proud Not sure what colour to paint your kitchen? Need a bedroom refresh? John Lewis’s design consultants can help you make the most of your space. Decorating projects can be daunting, so why not make use of one of the two appointments available in-store to create an interiors look that you’ll

Winter round-up Give a little Christmas cheer this winter from John Lewis, your favourite department store

Beauty

Charlotte Tilbury Scent Of A Dream Eau de Parfum From £49

Sweet dreams International make-up artist Charlotte Tilbury’s eponymous range is coming to John Lewis. Loved by bloggers, actresses and fashionistas, her award-winning products include skincare, primers, bronzers and her new Scent Of A Dream fragrance.

Homeware

What’s cooking? Leon, purveyor of healthy fast food, has teamed up with John Lewis for an exclusive range of new kitchenware. Expect cast-iron pots, herb choppers, terracotta plates and chopping boards in Leon’s signature colours.

Women’s gifts

Leon £8

In the pink Ted Baker has perfected the art of gift giving this holiday with a women’s range priced from £15-£70. From manicure sets, to hip flasks to note paper, each is elegantly wrapped in the brand’s signature pink tones.

Ted Baker notebook £15

Gadget charts

Need some hot tech? Get some gizmo guidance with our expert list

Camera shy Samsung Gear 360 Compact and portable. Just slip the Gear 360 camera into your bag. Videos are shot in 3840x1920 high resolution, photos are pinsharp. And you can relive the action on your phone. John Lewis £370.91

Phone home iPhone 7 32GB Boasts a new camera system, plus long battery life and high-spec audio. Add to that a groundbreaking, wireless listening experience and you have the hottest new phone on the market. EE 5GB £50.99 per month

On the run Apple Watch Nike+ Includes a built-in GPS to track your pace, route and distance, and an easy-toread, super-bright display so you can run, rain or shine. It can even count swimming laps, as it’s water-resistant. Apple Store From £399

Ear, ear UE Boom 2 Waterproof and with a battery life of up to 15 hours, this portable wireless speaker is compatible with Apple and Android. The voice integration works with Siri, Google Play and Spotify. John Lewis From £99.95

Selfie inflicted Sony Xperia With a 23-megapixel camera that’s ready to shoot in 0.6 seconds, and predictive Hybrid Autofocus that tracks moving subjects to reduce blur, the Xperia is a master of speed. Get snap happy! Vodafone From £10 per month

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The edit

It’s a wrap Snuggle up in this gorgeous shawl-collar sheepskin coat M&S £45

Bag lady You’ll be in accessory ecstasy with this alluring bag Monsoon £75

In the ruff Get your frills by donning this Victorian-look blouse Primark £6

Ear ear Are you a lobe trotter? You will be in these sparklers Swarovski £69

Primark

Levi’s

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Survival chic Keep warm in this furry funnel-neck jacket Next £75

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edit

Clutch control Perfect arm candy for fashionable foodies Accessorize £10

intu Watford’s new-season lust list

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Dress to impress You’ll love this elegantly embroidered shift Topshop £150

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Art attack Abstract prints win prizes when worn on jumpers Zara £29.99

Must-have

Online Exclusive

Put the boot in Give it some wellie in this anklegrazing sunshine yellow number Viking £64.99

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Romancing the stone This ring is perfect for your princess Goldsmiths £1,600

Jean genius Singing the blues? Not if you buy this jacket Levi’s £95

Tunnel vision Slip on hi-tech googles for some virtual reality John Lewis £79.95

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Glam grunge Come evening, slip into this little satin number Boux Avenue £48

Tea time Don’t be mugged off, enjoy a clever cuppa Flying Tiger £3

Stacking it Stomp along in these fabulous furry sandals New Look £34.99

Badge it up If you like it, then you shoulda put a pin on it River Island £10

Sports day Witness the fitness in this super-slick hoodie H&M £29.99

Bedazzled! Dress up your décolletage with this striking piece Phase Eight £35

Giving shade Channel ‘Top Gun’ in these slick sunglasses Vision Express £240

Furry friends Wear graphic print and textures in this statement coat Karen Millen £299

Bookworm Is the only way Essex? Find out in Rylan’s new book WHSmith £11.89

Watch out Be the master of your own time in this horological piece H.Samuel £89.99

Home cinema Every night is film night with this classic popcorn maker Clas Ohlson £19.99

Hanging on the telephone Pop your phone in this case and avoid screen damage Ernest Jones £49

Gently does it Wrapping up in a soft scarf will keep you warm Ralph Lauren at Per Lui £60

Pucker up For kisses on cold winter nights, apply liberally The Body Shop £4

Bohemian rhapsody Floaty chiffon patchwork; 70s chic is here to stay Next £65

Head cases These adorable stationery essentials will brighten up your day Smiggle £11.50 each

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What to wear now Get the look...

New Look

Zara £79.99

River Island £48

H&M £69.99

Primark £10 Must-have

Monsoon £79

Online Exclusive

Topshop £60

Next £80

Lipsy £25 Topshop £59

Next £60

Psst...

We Love Swarovski £79 Office £65

Accessorize £35 The End £40

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Kurt Geiger £99

Bling ring Sequins, sparkles and shimmering adornments are Christmas essentials. Choose full-on, head-to-toe sequins, or a more subtle gleam in hero accessories.

Get the look..

Zara

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What to wear now Get the look...

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Must-have

Online Exclusive

Get the look...

Primark Pull&Bear £70

Levi’s £95

Next £35

Lipsy £42

Zara £29.99

Karen Millen £235

River Island £35

Phase Eight £69

Military mood Primark £10

Mint Velvet at John Lewis £199

Primark £25

Get tactical and add army-inspired statement pieces to your wardrobe this season. March out in great coats teamed with denim, tough leather and soft, feminine prints.

H&M £39.99

Primark £15

Topshop £12

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Online exclusives Wear with...

Joy Everley £39

The

Drop shoulder

American Vintage £63.99

Dorothy Perkins £17.48

The

Layer up!

Wear with...

A lean silhouette will work as a contrast and emphasise the different proportions. Add sleek accessories so you don’t distract from your ultra-cool shape.

This coat is softly deconstructed, so pair with sharply-tailored pieces and slick accessories to avoid looking slouchy.

Matt & Nat £69.99

Zara £79.99

Rachel Jackson £65

Whistles £105

The temperature’s dropped and it’s finally time to get wrapped up! A statement coat can define a look; and we’ve found the best pieces on the high street for under £80. Whether you’re fashion forward and want to update your outer wear with an over-sized look, or you’re a classicist with a twist, this edit of the AW16 hero coats will give your wardrobe the update it needs. For more winter shopping inspiration, visit intu.co.uk/inspireme, and head to intu.co.uk/shop to select your favourite pieces. Keep warm this winter with these stylish must-haves!

Shawl collar H&M £39.99

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Lost Ink £44

Diesel £120 Vagabond £99 The

Crombie

Tom Tailor Denim £26.99

M&S £69

Wear with... Wear with...

How to refresh classic? Wear it in this season’s purr-fect print, leopard. This look is quirky, so keep it cute with a mini and block heel.

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The classic coat gets a new season update with the addition of fun fur. Keep your style 60s inspired: skinny jeans and a polo top are perfect.

The

Parka New Look £49.99

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The new cool

Think

pink Karen Millen £25

The End £26 Pure Collection at John Lewis £109

Topshop £65

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River Island River Island £35 Zara £79.99

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Online Exclusive

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Chi Chi London £44.99

H&M £9.99 Lipsy £35

Add a little sugar to your wardrobe with these confectionery-inspired shades. Team nu-disco metallics with graphic shapes, and prom-ready silhouettes with box-fresh, rosy sneakers, or simply add attitude with killer shades. The result’s anything but saccharine.

River Island £85

Reebok at Schuh £70

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Women’s gifts Swarovski £85 River Island £50

Schuh £40

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We Love

Whistles at John Lewis £50

Zara £59.99

Cath Kidston £240

For the ladies

Night owl Christmas is the time for afterwork parties, so why not gift the women in your life with this season’s ultimate fashion buys? Statement pieces that go from day to night work twice as hard. Biker silhouettes, slinky jumpsuits and graphic tees are bold choices for those with an urban edge. Satin dresses and wide-brimmed hats will delight 70s babes, and lingerie works for, well, everyone!

New Look £29.99

John Lewis £20

Next £22 Lipsy £20

Ted Baker £34.99

Must-have

Online Exclusive

Karen Millen £99

Office £95

Primark £7

H&M £24.99

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Boux Avenue bra £24, suspender belt £16 thong £10

Monsoon £109

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Women’s gifts WHSmith £16.99 Fraser Hart £59

Primark £4

Love Story by Chloé The Fragrance Shop £81.50, 75ml

Zara £89.99

Radley £179

For the ladies

Lady like Just as much as we love dancing the night away, we also adore chic, understated, refined hero pieces and gifts that are unapologetically feminine. Think delicately embellished jumpers, classic macs, divinely scented candles, decadent bathing products and the perfect top-handle bags for ladies-who-lunch. It’s simple: champion our inner duchess and go all out.

Phase Eight £199

Lush £9.95

The Body Shop £10

Beaverbrooks £69

Kiss £19.99

Accessorize £12

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Fat Face £22 New Look £14.99

Kate Spade at John Lewis £42

M&S £99

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Men’s gifts

Carphone Warehouse £189

Psst...

We Love Jack & Jones £12 Per Lui £350

Topman £60

For the men

Invictus by Paco Rabanne The Fragrance Shop £52, 100ml

Urban upstart Oliver Peoples at David Clulow £207

L’Occitane Aromatic L’Occitan Collection £52

This kind of guy always looks slick in the city. From work to play, his look is assured and confident – although that applies no matter where he finds himself. For high flyers like this, you need to choose your gift thoughtfully. Subtle scents, butter-soft leather accessories, luxurious grooming sets, excellent tailoring and statement tech: this man wears his style on his sleeve.

Must-have

Online Exclusive

Mont Blanc £165

Vivienne Westwood at Repertoire £79.95

Apple Store £349

Kurt Geiger £89 River Island £14 Ted Baker at John Lewis £129

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Zara £25.99

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Men’s gifts

The Body Shop £8

John Lewis £14.99 Beaverbrooks £1,095

Next £35

Primark £10

For the men

Country chill-out When it comes to the weekend gent, style goes hand in hand with substance. Out of town does not mean out of touch. Although not flashy, he never accepts anything that’s second best. For the more rugged man’s Christmas gift, pick techie accessories, serious audio-styling, bold colognes, indigo-blue denims and armygreen parkas: the last word in utilitarian chic.

M&S £25

Davidoff Cool Water The Fragrance Shop £24.99, 100ml

Levi’s £95

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Flying Tiger £4

Timberland £40

WHSmith £10

Ryman £24.99

Michael Kors at Per Lui £270 Schuh £28

Clas Ohlson £79.99

River Island £25

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Kids’ gifts

The Watch Hospital £22

Lipsy £10 M&S £10

Primark £12 Flying Tiger £4

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John Lewis £7.50

For the girls

River Island £16

Sugar & spice Is that really all they’re made of? Add independent, sporty and techie qualities to the mix and you might be closer to describing the girls of today. So, if you feel daunted by gift giving, consider this your cheat sheet. Here, we’ve rounded up fun beauty buys, gizmos and under-the-radar accessories that will earn you the title of Best Gift Giver Ever. We even have something in pink…

Fat Face £30

New Look £5.24

Accessorize £19

Next £36

Smiggle £20

Nike at Schuh £38

Claire’s £10

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H&M £5.99

John Lewis £20

Cath Kidston £16

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Kids’ gifts

Clas Ohlson £24.99

Flyer Tiger £3

Krispy Kreme £10.95

John Lewis £19.99

Must-have

Online Exclusive

For the boys

Snips & snails Beyond Forever by David Beckham The Perfume Shop £19.99, 90ml

Lagoon £12 Psst...

We Love

Lego £129.99

And puppy dog’s tails. Little boys are rough and tumble, but there’s so much more to them than that. They’re fun, sensitive and inquisitive – and they love fashion, too. So forge ahead and follow our masterful edit of excellent presents for boys, both young and old. We’ve found iconic sci-fi toys, suave aftershave, hot tech and some seriously cool fashion. There’s even a puppy in there…

Sports Direct £8.50

River Island £8

HMV £19.99

Paperchase £8

Game £34.99 Disney Store £39.99

Apple Store £49

Zara £23.99

JD Sports £65

John Lewis £19.99

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Four ways to wear

Dress codes decoded

With the festive season fast approaching your inbox may start to bulge with invitations to everything from swish cocktail parties to smart-casual office dos. But how do you make sense of the dress code? Here is intu Watford’s no-stress sartorial guide to the on-trend styles this season, whether formal, laidback or something in between

Smart casual

Monsoon £69

River Island £60

The End £30

Zara £22.99

Pyjama party Unexpectedly, pyjama dressing has gone the distance in fashion’s fast revolving door. Take the look literally this Christmas: wear a silky set, teamed with sky-high heels and statement earrings. No one would ever guess that you just rolled out of bed.

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We Love

Kurt Geiger £120 Topshop £46

Monsoon £59

 Zara £17.99

Must-have

Online Exclusive

Banana Republic £59

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Head-to-toe

Winter wonderland

What would winter look like without its myriad shades of white? From crisp Arctic ice, to softly swirling cream, there’s a shade to suit everyone. Update Le Smoking Suit – YSL’s iconic tux – and don a trousersuit in snow-white tones.

H&M £14.99

Schuh £28

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River Island £35

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Four ways to wear Cocktail

Dressed to impress

Take Russian designer and socialite Ulyana Sergeenko’s (pictured left) lead and be bold. Graphic shapes in jewel colours are de rigueur: play with texture and volume and keep your accessories to a minimum for maximum impact. Shrinking violets need not apply

Topshop £59

H&M £29.99 Psst...

Karen Millen £190

We Love

New Look £24.99 Zara £49.99

M&S £69

Primark £15

Phase Eight £120

Aldo £110

Get the look...

River Island

Lounge

Shake things up

John Lewis £39

Karen Millen £70

Aldo £70

Next £22

Break out from the LBD mould and strike a pose in a jumpsuit. Long, languid layers will add a touch of modern elegance, or for a younger, punchier approach, channel Parisian brand Vetements and balance elongated shoulders with a thigh-grazing length.

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You complete me

What we want now Add some sparkle to your festive attire with these striking accessories, guaranteed to bring some holiday joy to your wardrobe this Christmas Aldo £65

Gucci

Topshop £89

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KG by Kurt Geiger at John Lewis £104

H&M £29.99

Sole trader Platforms are back – and they’re bigger and better than ever, so prepare to step up your style game. Chloé

Topshop £32

Primark £14

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We Love

River Island £50

Office £40

Must-have

Online Exclusive

Claire’s £10

River Island £8

Get the look...

New Look £7.99

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Accessorize

The long game Your neck is an underplayed erogenous zone, add a statement choker and simply swan about. Fiorelli £55

Kiss £12.99

M&S £15

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You complete me Marchesa

River Island £6

Goldsmiths £650 Claire’s £10

Accessorize £12

Phase Eight £25

M&S £19.50

Accessorize £15

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Baroque revival Mix and match gemstones to reference this opulent period. Just remember, too much is never enough.

Swarovski £79

M&S £12.50

Zara £19.99

Next £22

Alexander Wang

Top knot Add interest to your arm candy and grab a bag that’s anchored to your shoulder with a clever tie.

M&S £15

Accessorize £35

Primark £4

M&S £35

Monsoon £39

Primark £7

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The knowledge Get the look...

River Island Zara £25.99

Repertoire £375

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Primark £35

Zara £29.99 Psst...

Next £80

M&S £39.50

We Love

Hackett London at John Lewis £100

Ted Baker at Per Lui £85

M&S £29.50

Next £110 Repertoire £249

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Soft sell Blousy pyjama tops and bottoms may seem at odds with masculine tailoring, but soft fabrics feel good in winter. Choose fluid coats and round-collared silk shirts. Think Noël Coward in a smoking jacket: dashing and louche.

Topman £20

Ted Baker at John Lewis £100

Aldo £90

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The knowledge

Must-have

Online Exclusive

M&S £25

H&M £24.99

Scotch & Soda £129.95 Barbour at John Lewis £27.95

Next £28

River Island £35

Per Lui £175 Per Lui £70 Psst...

We Love Get the look...

Zara

Timberland £140

Duff enough Get the look...

Primark

Primark £8

A casual classic is a welcome alternative to a buttoned-up coat for city slickers. This season the trusty duffle – Paddington bear’s fawncoloured favourite – gets a modern makeover with panelling and elongated shapes.

Jack & Jones £55

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Beauty memo

Strobe Cream, MAC £24.50

Double Colour Baked Blush, Kiko Milano £18

Elizabeth Arden Flawless Finish Perfectly Nude Foundation, John Lewis £28

Yves Saint Laurent Touche Éclat Radiant Touch, John Lewis £25

Bourjois La Laque Gel Nail Polish, Reddy For Love, Superdrug £6.99

Revlon Ultimate All-In-One Mascara, Boots £9.99

Up all night Party season is all about glamour. Whether it’s luscious lips or sultry eyes, these vampy beauty buys will help you paint the town red

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We Love Revlon Super Lustrous Lipstick, Mink, Superdrug £7.99

Yves Saint Laurent Vernis À Lèvres Lipstick, Rouge Vinyle, Boots £26

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Clarins Rouge Eclat Lipstick, Nude Rose, John Lewis £20

Essie Nail Polish, Maki Me Happy, Boots £7.99

OPI Infinite Shine 2 Lacquer, Unequivocally Crimson, John Lewis £13.50

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Beauty memo Best for tired eyes

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Botanics All Bright Refreshing Eye Roll-On, Boots £4.37

Do you need a beauty reboot this Christmas? Follow our guide to the best treatments from intu’s fantastic salons Do you need a beauty reboot this Christmas? Follow our guide to the best treatments from intu’s excellent salons

Best for every day Dr. Hauschka Quince Day Cream, Panacea Health & Beauty £23

Best for skin rejuvenation

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Hydra Pro Mask, Kiko Milano £8.90

Luxe redux

Look your polished best throughout the festive period. Our favourite products will work hard to keep you looking absolutely fabulous, no matter how jaded you feel

Best for a healthy glow

Best for soft hands Sympathy For the Skin, Lush £5.95

Dr. Hauschka Translucent Bronzing Tint, John Lewis £28.50

Best for radiant skin Nip+Fab Glycolic Cleansing Fix, Superdrug £7.95

Best for all over Body & Hair Fabulous Oil, L’Occitane £24

Your feet need to be in tip-top shape to wear party sandals, so book a spa pedicure (from £21.25) at Adorn Beauty. Team it with a leg wax (from £16) for perfect pins.

Our top picks

Green People Anti-Ageing 24-Hour Cream, Panacea Health & Beauty £16.50

Best for bouncy hair Philip Kingsley Elasticizer, M&S £60

Treat yourself to a full body massage (from £55) at Aura Tanning & Beauty. Add a St Tropez full body tan (from £25) for a glowing look.

If you’re a blow-dry junkie head straight to Rush hair salon for a Brazilian (from £99). The specialist treatment will keep your hair looking sleek and silky, cutting down on the time you need to spend on pre-party prep.

For an edgier cut and colour try Toni & Guy hair salon. Official sponsors of London Fashion Week, they are responsible for creating many of the stunning styles you see at the designers’ catwalk shows. So, for a model look, you know where to head first.

For an ethical splurge, look no further than Panacea Health & Beauty. It stocks the award-winning Green People range – excellent organic skincare products, plus part of the proceeds go to charity.

6 Moroccanoil Treatment Light, Rush £31.85

If your beauty bag needs a top-up, head to Trade Secret for essential kit. Go on – treat yourself!

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Homes Editor’s notes: ’Tis the season to add little pops of jewel-like colour to your house. Think rich clarets, forest greens, and deep-sea blues, in opulent velvet, shiny silk and satin fabrics.

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Primark £5 each

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Call of the wild

M&S £29.50

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Iittala £20

Cath Kidston £40

John Lewis £25

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As the snow begins to fall and the winter nights draw in, escape to the country and surround yourself with tactile fabrics, natural finishes and the glow of soft candlelight. It may be cold outside but with these sumptuous pieces you’ll definitely be feeling a festive glow.

M&S £35

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Primark £1.50

Monsoon £6

John Lewis £30

M&S £69

Editor’s notes:

Everyone loves a bit of Nordic style. Scandinavian colour schemes are neutral and natural, so focus on warm greys. Frosted pine cones will nail the look.

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Lakeland £17.99

Flying Tiger £4

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John Lewis £35 Paperchase £7.50

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For stylish magpies, an eclectic mix is essential. Wreaths fashioned from peacock feathers, bold throws and glittery decorations are a winning combination.

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John Lewis £40

John Lewis £6

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Next gen

John Lewis £14 Monsoon £12

M&S £7

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John Lewis £12

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Child’s play

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H&M £12

Primark £5

John Lewis £20

M&S £7

Kitting out your tot correctly when the temperature drops is top of every mum’s holiday ‘to do’ list. So make sure your little one is snuggly warm in our edit of the best winter all-in-ones, flannel shirts and soft denim that intu Watford has to offer.

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M&S £9.99 John Lewis £20

Cath Kidston £16

John Lewis £35

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Best in show head Your little princess gets an urban spin this winter. Go for biker jackets, high-vis metallics and quirky accessories

Boys are in the hood this season. Think fluffy lined puffas, slogan T-shirts, cameo rucksacks and the obligatory cap

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Zara £29.99

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River Island

River Island £38

Monsoon £38

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H&M £17.99 Zara £14.99

Königsmühle £37

Monsoon £38

M&S £38

John Lewis £29.99

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Joules at John Lewis £22.95

Primark £12

Sports Direct £14.99

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Kurt Geiger £70

Zara £6.99

Primark £10

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Get excited about Christmas by winning a £500 Gift Card Take part in our prize draw to win a £500 intu Gift Card and you can load up your winter wardrobe on us! To find out more visit intu.co.uk/watford Shop with us: in centre | at home | on the go

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Top tipples Our pick of the best bottles for a Christmas Day filled with festive cheer

The Wreath Box, Hotel Chocolat £40

Tattinger Nocturne Champagne, John Lewis £40

Salted Caramel Cocoa Vodka, Hotel Chocolat £25

intu essentials

Monticella Prosecco Superiore, M&S £50, Jeroboam

Christmas Cobbler Cocktail, M&S £12, 50ml

Tomas & Grace Prosecco Truffles, Lakeland £4.99

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Edinburgh Gin’s Elderflower Liqueur, John Lewis £18

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knowledge From a turkey to feed the whole family to gift hampers for foodie friends, intu has it covered. Happy shopping!

Winter Spice Hamper John Lewis £65 The Collection Christmas Gift Box M&S £60

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Sweet treats Indulgently decadent chocolates to share with your loved ones

Cantuccini, John Lewis £8

Oudinot Champagne Truffles, M&S £10

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We Love Last Orders Pre-order your festive feast from M&S by logging on to christmasfood. marksandspencer.com, then collect it in store from 22-24 December. Order everything you need for festive dining from Little Waitrose: delivery and collection slots are available to book now at waitrose.com. If you want your Christmas delivered get clicking now!

Gifts with bite Gourmet food hampers are the perfect way to kick off the season’s eatings

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The guide Q: I’ve just about got to grips with the idea of cooking a full Christmas lunch, but the thought of making a traditional pud is a culinary step too far. Who does a good off-the-shelf version? A: I highly recommend the Waitrose richly fruited Christmas pudding (£5). Made with brandy, cherries, cream and almonds, along with a generous dash of sherry. Or try the 8 Month Mature Vintage Christmas Pudding (£12) from M&S. Sumptuous and boozy, it’s perfect for sending your guests into a post-lunch snooze. If you want a real show-stopper try M&S’s Christmas pudding chocolate dessert (£10). With impressive layers of chocolate mousse, it will look like you’ve slaved over it for hours.

Dr. Hauschka at Panacea Health & Beauty £23

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Q: Christmas events mean lots of make-up and late nights. Can you suggest a cleanser for sensitive skin that will leave my face feeling soft and clean? It must also be quick and easy to use. A: My personal favourite is Dr. Hauschka Soothing Cleansing Milk, stocked at Panacea Health & Beauty. Made with jojoba and almond milk, it’s gentle enough to use all over your face, including the eye area. Simply use a cotton pad and sweep over your peepers to prevent panda eyes.

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Ask me anything Do you have a Christmas query? Our advice column will help you navigate festive challenges. From beauty to food and beyond, we’ve got it covered…

Q: I’m jetting off after the Christmas festivities for a wellearned break with my husband. Where’s a convenient place to change money at intu before we escape to the sun? A: You’re in luck: head to the Lower Mall and you’ll find Eurochange, they’re foreign exchange experts and offer zerocommission rates on loads of different currencies. So hot-foot it over there before you take off.

Q: I love shopping, but it’s hard dragging the kids with me. Is there anywhere I can take them to avoid tears and tantrums while I’m rail-hopping? A: Christmas shopping can be stressful for mums and their children, so why don’t you take your little ones to Gymboree for a whole host of classes, including art, music and play-and-learn sessions. Or sign up to intu Watford’s exclusive Kids Club at intu.co.uk/watford/families/ kids-club to join in all the holiday activities including treasure hunts and face painting. Who said shopping wasn’t fun?

Q: My hair’s in desperate need of a cut but I’m anxious about getting the chop before all the Christmas parties. If I don’t like my look, there’s no time to grow it out! A: For a stunning cut, I’d head to Regis on Queens Road. They’re masters at creating sleek looks with subtle colour enhancements – and don’t worry, they won’t give you a quirky ‘do’.

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