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Issue 176 / November 2021

THE INSIDER GUIDE TO THE CITY

CONTENTS

THE GREAT GIFT GUIDE Present buying made easy SHOWSTOPPING FOOD Christmas Day inspiration

I-ON • LET THE FESTIVE FUN BEGIN

in this issue…

WIN A DESIGNER SHOPPING SPREE £1,000 to spend at Tommy Hilfiger

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10 Going Live The entertainment events you should be booking 20 Christmas Gift Guide

Paper decorations from £3.50 to £38.50, Oliver Bonas. www.oliverbonas.com

There’s something for everyone in our festive edit

28 The Drop Fashion news and need-to-knows 30 Turning on to Tommy Carrie Mitchell discovers five great AW looks by Tommy Hilfiger

32 My Style Andrew Dick, owner of Dick’s on timeless style and his anti-fashion stance

36 Beauty Notes The latest products and must-try treatments 40 Season of Indulgence Three fabulous chocolate recipes from GBBO winner Peter Sawkins

44 Marvellous Monteiths Jo Morris reviews the renowned Royal Mile restaurant 46 On the Food Radar Restaurant news and our favourite food finds 50 My House Story An artful apartment by interior designer Sam Buckley 58 The Design Files featuring the design duo behind Jeffreys Interiors 60 Moodboard The coffee table tomes to buy now 62 Home Report Interior news and design trends 64 Best of Edinburgh featuring jazz singer Georgia Cecile 66 Insta-insider with merchandiser Katie Wightman aka Peace in the Neighbourhood

Directors Laura Wood, Jo Morris Design Pepe Lebron Editor Nicky Howden Acting Editor Carrie Mitchell Account Director Amy Falconer With thanks to Alix McIntosh, David Pollock, Peter Sawkins.

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TO ENTER Congratulations to last month’s winner Colin Anderson who won a Johnstons of Elgin merino wool and cashmere throw.

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GOING LIVE… As the live entertainment machine grinds back into action, David Pollock give the lowdown on the events you should be booking

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ith some areas of art and entertainment diving back into business and others taking it more slowly, the hope that things might be getting back towards normal (or at least a new normal) is tempered by the time it takes to get big shows together. While promoters and producers are doubtless scrambling about to get things organised quickly, here’s the best of what’s been announced so far.

NEW YEAR’S CELEBRATIONS Usually Edinburgh’s Hogmanay Street Party tickets are almost sold out by now and a host of big international names have been announced for events across the city, but things are going more slowly this year. The welcome news that the street party is going ahead finally came at the end of October but things will look a little different this year. Renamed ‘Party at the Bells’, the street party will run from 10pm to 1am with a reduced capacity of 30,000 people permitted to enjoy the countdown celebrations on Princes Street. 3,500 ticketholders will be able to watch electronic music duo Basement Jaxx and Scottish DJ Arielle Free live on the Ross bandstand in the gardens under the castle while their performances are streamed to the rest of the crowd on huge screens. Then as the clock strikes midnight, the iconic fireworks display will light up the skies, cementing Scotland, once again, as the home of Hogmanay.

Ahead of the big event, families can also look forward to the return of The Torchlight Procession (30 December). Participants will collect their torches from three locations around the city: Waverley Bridge, West Parliament Square or Bristo Square and will then start the Procession on the Royal Mile between Photography © Roberto Ricciuti

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North Bridge and St Mary’s Street. The family friendly event will be slightly different to previous years, with the procession spread out between 4pm and 9pm, allowing locals and visitors alike to blaze through the Scottish capital in a fun and safe environment.

Meanwhile, down at Greyfriars Kirk, Scottish singer-songwriter Dougie Maclean will be performing as part of Scottish Music Programme, a special three-night folk event (29 – 31 December).

Opening the mini festival is one of Scotland’s most skilled and imaginative contemporary folk acts, Breabach (29 December) while on Hogmanay itself, the beloved three x BRIT Award winner, Eddi Reader will take to the stage.

FESTIVE CLUB NIGHTS

Despite the debates over vaccine passports, clubs are also making big plans for new year, with Ayr’s breakthrough DJ and producer Ewan McVicar announced for FLY NYE at Cabaret Voltaire (31 December) and a full-venue Nightvision party, with quests still to be announced, at the Liquid Room & Warehouse (31 December). The Liquid Room is also hosting a New Year’s Day session from seminal Edinburgh queer club Taste (01 January) and a First Edition Boxing Day warehouse bash with the mighty Helena Hauff (26 December), while the Jackhammer 20th birthday party is at the Caves over the holiday period (29 December) and Pulse has two parties planned, one at La Belle Angele with Glasgow’s Slam (26 December) and a New Year’s Day event at a venue tbc.

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MUSIC

Spirit doesn’t come much more Christmassy than the annual Phil Cunningham’s Christmas Songbook (20 and 21 December), stopping at the Queen’s Hall on a seasonal tour of the country, with Scottish folk stars including Eddi Reader, Karen Matheson, John McCusker and Kris Drever in attendance. Just the thing to get warmed up for the return of Celtic Connections (20 January to 06 February) to Glasgow in the depths of winter.

Back in Edinburgh, meanwhile, there are a bunch of must-see shows coming up in the New Year, from Scottish stalwarts Belle & Sebastian (Usher Hall, 01 February), CHVRCHES (O2 Academy Edinburgh, 14 March) and Eigg-based pop noodler Pictish Trail (Summerhall, 07 April) plus stand-out touring names like recent Ivor Novello winners Goldfrapp (Usher Hall, 07 April), Mancunian DIY genius Julie Campbell aka LoneLady (Mash House, 02 February) and young punks Nova Twins (Mash House, 12 February).

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Much like the music industry, large-scale theatre is getting back in business quickly with plenty of big touring shows, a number of which were planned before the pandemic.

At the Playhouse, for example, Jim Steinman and Meat Loaf’s rock musical Bat Out of Hell is playing (08 to 19 February), as is the soulful return to the soul sound of the 1960s Dreamgirls (05 to 16 April). There are other big musical names coming to the Festival Theatre too, including the all-singing story of Henry VIII’s wives in Six (15 to 26 March) and the big West End hit Everybody’s Talking About Jamie (29 March to 02 April), while the King’s Theatre hosts the National Theatre of Scotland’s brand new musical version of the Peter Mullan film Orphans (12 to 16 April), written by Douglas Maxwell and directed by Cora Bissett. At the Royal Lyceum, the spring will bring the premiere of Zinnie Harris’s new play The Scent of Roses (25 February to 19 March) and Hamilton star Giles Terera’s debut play The Meaning of Zong (13 to 23 April), about an antislavery campaign in the 18th century.

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The National Galleries of Scotland’s current programme continues into 2022, which means all the family still have time to experience old-school cinema thrills at Ray Harryhausen: Titan of Cinema at Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art (Modern Two) (until 20 February). Elsewhere, Joan Eardley and Catterline at Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art (Modern One) celebrates the great Scottish painter of the 20th century, Thomas Joshua Cooper: The World’s Edge at the Scottish National Portrait Gallery (until 23 January) presents photographs of the fringes of the Atlantic Ocean, and New Arrivals: From Salvador Dali to Jenny Saville at the Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art (Modern One) shows off some recent acquisitions from huge names including Hirst and Picasso.

At the Fruitmarket Gallery on Market Street, two exhibitions take us through to spring. In the main gallery space, Howardena Pindell’s A New Language (until 02 May) celebrates the six-decade career of an artist whose work has responded to racism

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If the above isn’t enough to give us a sense of normality returning, then how about Steve Coogan’s peculiar brand of self-help in Alan Partridge: Stratagem (Playhouse, 26 April and 26 May), Ross Noble’s comedy return in Humournoid (Festival Theatre, 15 January), Dita Von Teese’s bigbudget burlesque show Glamonatrix (Playhouse, 02 March) or Strictly’s dance star Oti Mabuse in I Am Here (Festival Theatre, 08 May).

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Charity Giving Tree No child should be without a gift on Christmas morning. So this year we’ve partnered with Team North Pole to provide Christmas boxes to families most in need in West Lothian. We’re asking for your help by donating gifts to include in these valuable gift boxes.

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The Great Christmas Gift Guide

29 lovely gift ideas that even the Christmas elves would be proud of…

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Give the gift of Fingal, Edinburgh’s luxury floating hotel. Treat friends and family to a gift voucher for a sumptuous Afternoon Tea, dinner and cocktails in The Lighthouse Restaurant & Bar, or an overnight stay in one of Fingal’s nautical cabins.

Alexandra Dock, Leith, EH6 7DX, fingal.co.uk

01 21 These stunning cashmere Red Lightning Bolt Wrist Warmer by Rosie Sugden, £69, are the ultimate gift you never realised you needed. They look great, keep your wrists super cosy and you’ll wonder how you ever managed without them. Part of an extensive range of curated gifts at Restoration Yard, Dalkeith Country Park, EH22 1ST and www.restorationyard.com Featuring an extra-large freshwater pearl, this gold-plated choker by Talis Chains is a showstopper. Presented in a drawstring velvet pouch, the stylish necklace makes an ideal gift for the fashionista in your life. £70. janedavidson.co.uk/product/talis-chains-pearl-choker

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03 Indulge your loved one with the gift of relaxation.

Vouchers for Stobo Castle, Scotland’s only destination spa, are available for residential stays, spa days and monetary values from £50.

Tel: 01721 725300, stobocastle.co.uk

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05 Chanel N°5 fans will be thrilled with this new and unique version of the original Eau de Parfum. Inscribed with a gold N°5, the beautiful limited-edition bottle makes a luxurious sparkling addition to any dressing table, as does the unique case precisely crafted in pure white paper pulp to echo the bottle’s own shape and sealed with a wax stamp.

N°5 Eau de Parfum limited edition, £130 for 100ml. www.chanel.com

Step into one of the Biscuit stores to find all you need this festive season from special gifts to stocking fillers and Christmas decorations. We would be proud to be seen wearing these delightful Emu Australia Mayberry slippers, £49, even in the street. 132 Bruntsfield Pl, EH10 4ER, 0131 229 2882 and 22 Thistle St, EH2 1EN, 0131 225 2308, or at www.biscuit.clothing

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Part of Sheila Fleet’s new Honeybee collection, these contemporary sterling silver drop earrings are inspired by the designer’s time as a ‘60s girl. The vintageinspired shape and textured honeycomb effect metal fuses geometric and natural forms for a unique look that is easy-to-wear and oh so stylish. £145, sheilafleet.com.

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Spoil someone with an indulgent gift experience from Dalmahoy, Edinburgh’s country estate. The luxury hotel, nestled amongst 1,000 acres of stunning countryside, offers the ultimate in R&R, just seven miles from the city.

Packaged up in a beautiful presentation box or emailed for ease, Dalmahoy gift vouchers start at £40. To purchase visit www.dalmahoy.co.uk or call 0131 333 1845.

Spa lovers, rejoice. This deeply relaxing BSpoke Spa Day at Fletcher’s Cottage Spa features luxurious Bamford products and includes a 60-minute body massage AND a rejuvenating bespoke hour long facial, and access to the thermal facilities. Nothing says ‘you deserve it’ more than a spa day and this one is just £245 at https://archerfield. wearegifted.co.uk

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This super soft, oversized, hot stuff sweater, £45, is ideal for sriracha and hot sauce lovers, or keep things spicy and send it as a gift to your crush. Can’t handle the heat? This design also comes in a tee at prettypickled.co.uk

11 Rufflets in St Andrews is where you can take time out, whether that’s inside by the cosy fireplace or outside, for a stroll through the beautiful gardens. There’s a selection of gift vouchers available for afternoon tea, dinner and overnight stays which are bound to suit most people on your gift list. www.rufflets.co.uk

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Show your love with an extraspecial gift from Chopard’s Happy Hearts collection. This beautiful bangle is crafted in 18ct rose gold and features two adornments, a larger heart inlaid with shimmering mother of pearl and a smaller heart with a magical floating diamond. £2,230, www.laingsuk.com.

This gin gift set will take you on a journey of discovery and help gin lovers bring flair and magic to every serving. Featuring Edinburgh Gin’s Rhubarb & Ginger and Gooseberry & Elderflower gins, this Edinburgh Gin gift set, £45, comes with all you need to create spectacular garnishes. Available within the Edinburgh Gin shop at John Lewis & Partners Edinburgh.

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14 We know how it goes – you’ve given up asking him what he wants so you’re on your annual challenge of finding him the perfect gift. At Frontiers Man they’ve got you covered; so whether you’re looking for the sharpest gear, a cool accessory or a gift for any age, they have ideas for you.

Hestra gloves, £70, at 18 Stafford Street, EH3 7BD, www.frontiers-man.com

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A selection of designer rings in 9ct or 18ct yellow or white gold, many hand-set with diamonds.

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15 This season Frontiers have a very special and interesting selection of accessories, including these Japanese socks

by Anonymous ism, together with a unique and carefully chosen collection of clothing and footwear. Join them and immerse yourself in a relaxing festive shopping experience at 16B Stafford St, EH3 7AU, www.frontiers-woman.com

16 Searching for the perfect gift for a cocktail-loving friend?

These quirky linen napkins are embroidered with your favourite drinks so whether your mate is mad about mojitos or nuts for negronis, there’s a napkin for them. £24 each, www.styleyourspaces.co.uk.

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17 Blue Sky Photography has become legendary for its family Christmas photoshoots. This year they’re offering a little bit of Scandi heaven in their Morningside studio. Shoots £35 (10% discount with code ion) with gifts starting from £20. Book online at www. blueskyphotography.co.uk/product/ edinburgh-christmas-photoshoots/

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19 The perfect wardrobe upgrade for the style lover in your life straight from Didriksons. This Kenny Parka, £219.95, doesn’t only look the part but is also fully wind and waterproof so you can take on mother nature in style. Looking for some choice? Shop the full Didriksons range in Nordic Outdoor’s new St James Quarter store. www.nordicoutdoor.co.uk/by-brand/ didriksons/

There’s plenty of gifting ideas on Tigerlily’s online shop. Instant pressies in the form of vouchers or gift cards delivered to your door and ready to pop under the tree, giving the recipient the chance to enjoy a range of experiences. Or the G&T lovers in your life will fully appreciate the range of Gin Gift Packs on offer. Gift experiences start from just £20 at gifts.tigerlilyedinburgh.co.uk

GIFT GUIDE Let a special someone know you’re thinking of them with Johnstons of Elgin’s collection of luxury gifts.

Their timeless, luxurious pieces, made with the finest cashmere fibres, are the perfect way to show those closest to you how much you care.

From £149 at Johnstons of Elgin on Multrees Walk, www.multreeswalk.co.uk

21 20 An exclusive membership to The Balmoral’s very own Scotch Club, in partnership with The Macallan, is a one of a kind gift for whisky connoisseurs. Members of the elite club have bottle residence in a personally engraved whisky keep at the entrance to the hotel’s whisky bar, SCOTCH. Apply to become a member or ask for more information at scotchclub@roccofortehotels.com

22 For indulgent festive collections for you and your loved ones, the scent-infused gifts from The Scottish Fine Soaps Company include the Citrus Spicy hand care set, £20, the Well Groomed set, £24.95, and the Pamper Me indulgence kit, £19.95. The little luxuries range offers stocking fillers and Secret Santa gifts galore. www.scottishfinesoaps.com Give the gift of steak this Christmas with Chop House.

You can purchase restaurant vouchers for Edinburgh’s #1 steakhouse or gift a luxury meal to enjoy ‘At Home’. Shop the range online at www.chophousesteak.co.uk

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24 Treat the foodie in your life to a seafood feast at White Horse Oyster Bar. The beautifully packaged gift cards are available to purchase online. With national delivery available it’s never been easier to spoil someone. www.whitehorseoysterbar.co.uk

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Cashmere repair and revive specialists, Cashmere Circle has a range of products from baby sets to neck warmers, beanie hats and beautifully handcrafted fingerless gloves, all made from 100% recycled cashmere. We love the fingerless gloves, £35; each piece is entirely unique with reversible options and lots of gorgeous colour choices.

They come beautifully presented in a gift box with a muslin lavender bag and care card. www.cashmere-circle.co.uk

26 25 Someone would be in for a very special staycation with a luxurious getaway to Archerfield. An overnight stay for two at this award-winning destination includes accommodation in the Pavilion Suites, a stunning two-course meal created by the Executive Chef and a full Scottish breakfast the following morning. Prices start from £250 per room per night at https://archerfield.wearegifted.co.uk The perfect luxe stocking filler for beauty lovers, the Tom Ford Soleil Neige Eye Colour Quad features four shadows in warm, rosygolden hues – some shimmer, some matte, to create a multi-dimensional crystalline finish inspired by the glacial radiance of skin kissed by wintry air.

Soleil Neige Eye Color Quad, £68. www.tomford.co.uk

Designed by Hamilton & Inches silversmith, Ruth Page, the Luna Collection is inspired by the natural landscape of the moon. Each piece is hand crafted in the workshops above the showroom in the heart of Edinburgh. This simple and elegant Luna double link pendant in 18ct yellow gold & sterling silver, £350, will light up somebody’s world. 87 George St, EH2 3EY, hamiltonandinches.com

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28 You’ll find unique and stylish Christmas decorations and giftware for the home at Jeffreys Interiors in Stockbridge, including the everpopular room fragrances by Dr Vranjes Firenze. As the only Scottish stockist of the luxury Italian brand, there’s a collection of diffusers and candles available in store. If you have ever visited Prestonfield House you’ll recognise that signature scent.

8 N W Circus Pl, EH3 6ST, www.jeffreys-interiors.co.uk

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FASHION

A most eggcellent addition The legendary house of Fabergé has arrived in Edinburgh bringing an extraordinary series of collections to Laings.

Alongside the historic Heritage collection and the vibrant Colours of Love range, Essence is a selection of egginspired jewellery designed to surprise and delight. View the full collection at www.laingsuk.com or visit the George Street showroom.

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DROP Your need-to-know fashion news

THE POP-UP YOU WON’T WANT TO MISS… Resident at Harvey Nichols Edinburgh until the end of January, The Alkemistry is a London-based fine jewellery brand from an all-female team. Featuring initial rings, necklaces and bracelets in 18ct gold with optional diamonds, their personalised Love Letters collection is sure to be a hit this Christmas and if you’re cultivating a ‘curated ear’, you’ll love their collection of ear cuffs, huggies, studs and threader earrings. Prices from £150.

Visit their cart on the ground floor next time you’re in town.

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I-ON LOVES…

the beautiful tweed ‘Bernat’ jacket, £450 and coordinating ‘Lochcarron’ scarf, £85 by Edinburgh menswear designer Kestin Hare. The exploded dogtooth fabric shot through with cobalt blue is inspired by the colourful artwork of textile designer Bernat Klein and his studio in the Scottish Borders. Shop at the flagship in Leith’s Custom Lane or online at kestin.co.

BRAND OF THE MONTH DRIES VAN NOTEN

WHAT IS IT? Part of the renowned ‘Antwerp Six’ collective, Dries Van Noten is an independent brand named for the eponymous Belgian designer who made waves on the London fashion scene in the 1980s and went onto huge success.

WHERE DO YOU GET IT? The designer is stocked exclusively in Edinburgh at Jane Davidson on Thistle Street.

WHY WE RATE IT...

A master of colour, fabric, and cut, Noten’s AW21 collection is all about relaxed glamour. From flowing silk and sequinned skirts to slouchy sweaters in glittering metallics, everything is super sexy but infinitely wearable.

Featuring brands Edwin Folk Clothing Flower Mountain Ganni Hestra Jo Gordon Karhu Kestin LF Markey Norse Projects Nudie Oliver Spencer Red Wing Shrimps Universal Works Waste Yarn Project

Woman 16B Stafford Street West End, Edinburgh EH3 7AU frontiers-woman.com

Man 18 Stafford Street West End, Edinburgh EH3 7BD frontiers-man.com

TURNING ON TO TOMMY Carrie Mitchell discovers there’s much more to Tommy Hilfiger than you might think…

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If you’re looking for the ultimate winter boot, look no further – these chunky Chelseas look the business and feel like walking on air. Love the pop of red on the navy bag and military-inspired coat too.

Wool Blend Padded Maxi Coat, £345.

Iconic Tommy Camera Bag, £90.

Color-Block Pleated Skirt, £150.

Monochromatic Chelsea Boot, £160.

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You can’t go wrong with a camel coat and this one is an absolute beauty. Dress it down with jeans, chunky boots and a touch of plaid.

Wool blend belted coat, £300.

Henley Sweater £130. TH High Flex Como Jeans, £120. Iconic Tommy Tote Check, £150. High Heel Boot, £150. Cap, £50.

hen I heard Tommy Hilfiger was opening in St James Quarter, I was… well, to be honest, I was indifferent. As far as my limited fashion knowledge was concerned, I thought the preppy American brand was all about that wealthy student look I couldn’t even pull off in my Edinburgh university days. While there’s obviously a place for hoodies and puffers in everyone’s winter wardrobes, my chilly season style tends more towards the smarter end of casual – think cosy knits, wool coats and chunky boots. I wasn’t expecting to find any of these things when I visited the new Tommy Hilfiger store but there they were – piles of stylish, quality knitwear; racks full of immaculately cut winter coats; and shelves brimming with shiny leather boots. Not only that, there were blouses. And dresses. And skirts. Oh My. This was going to be a much more fun shopping trip than I had imagined. Here are the top 5 looks I tried on, featuring a few absolute must-buys for the new season…

Tommy Hilfiger is now open on the 1st floor of St James Quarter.

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Like a cuddle in clothing-form, this fabulously fluffy coat is simply irresistible.

Teddy Maxi Coat, £350.

Cable Knit Zip-Up Sweater, £160.

KNIT ONE

Say hello to the jumper you will find yourself wearing every day, all winter long.

The over-sized knit with chic stripe cuffs is the perfect shade of red. I’ve barely taken it off since I left the store.

Relaxed Tommy Sweater, £180. Wool Blend Stripe Maxi Coat, £440.

SPELL IT OUT

A dress in Tommy Hilfiger?! YES, really.

This navy and red number is the perfect day dress with a super-flattering cut, and a chic graphic print. If you love the lettering, go all out with the coat and boots too.

Wool Blend Spell Out Coat, £360.

Vis Knee Dress, £150.

TH Monogram High Heel Boot, £160.

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FASHION MYSTYLE

Andrew Dick

The owner of Dick’s on timeless style, the Dominic Cummings look and his own version of the f-word SIGNATURE LOOK I like to wear classic, well-made clothes for living in. I’m not a style obsessive so I look for timeless pieces.

WARDROBE MUST-HAVES I have quite a collection of field jackets and shirts; Madras and seersucker for summer, flannel for winter, chambray and oxford all year round.

STYLE NO-NOS Micro-down gilets.

Portuguese flannel Happy check shirt, £90

CRIMES AGAINST FASHION The Dominic Cummings look.

STYLE ICONS Woody Allen and Seinfield’s George Castanza!

STORE SECRETS We spend a lot of time choosing the best manufacturers from around the world. Researching brands; visiting showrooms and trade fairs. The ones we stock are the ones that really stand out in terms of fabrics and production. It’s them that make the shop special.

De Bonne Facture corduroy trousers, £295

FASHION PHILOSOPHY I’m afraid fashion is our “f-word”.

We try not to follow any trends. We prefer classic, well-made clothes that will last many years and get better with age.

Mackintosh Anstruther bonded cotton field jacket, £995

FUTURE PLANS Just surviving Covid and Brexit feels like an achievement. Just keep on keeping on.

Dick’s Edinburgh Ltd, 3 North West Circus Place, EH3 6ST, tel. 0131 226 6220 dicks-edinburgh.co.uk

Begg & Co Alex Cashmere Beanie, £125 Paraboot Avoriaz Alpine boots, £365

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A radiant new arrival…

Clé de Peau Beauté, Japan’s #1 luxury skincare brand, is finally launching in Scotland…and it’s right here in Edinburgh

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uxury beauty powerhouse Clé de Peau Beauté was founded in Japan in 1982 with the mission to forge new frontiers in advanced skin cell science.

Based upon decades of research and with a sophisticated combination of cuttingedge Japanese technology and precious ingredients, scientists unlocked the power of Skin Intelligence – skin’s innate ability to distinguish between good and bad stimuli to achieve and maintain its ideal condition.

Clé de Peau Beauté products were created to empower skin to achieve this highly desired state-of-harmony - the key to skin’s radiance and optimal qualities of skin texture, tone, and contour.

Coveted by women around the world, the brand launched its very first European boutique in Harrods, Knightsbridge in 2019. Now, in 2021, the brand is launching in its second UK location in H-Beauty Edinburgh - bringing its radiant journey to life for the first time to beauty lovers outside of London on the 30th November.

Here’s five very good reasons to check it out…

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THE PROMISE OF RADIANCE

Clé de Peau Beauté literally means ‘The Key to Skin’s Beauty,’ which they believe for the brand, is radiance. Everything Clé de Peau Beauté does is an expression of this; from their intelligent skincare science to the exquisite results delivered by the products and the joy one feels as a result. The brand’s core routine is aptly named Key Radiance Care – an advanced 3-step skincare ritual masterfully crafted to reveal incredibly smooth, supple skin with a glow that evolves over time.

Key Radiance Care 3-Step Ritual: From left to right; Le Sérum, £215, Hydro-Softening Lotion, £100, Protective Fortifying Cream, £110.

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IN PARTNERSHIP WITH…

THE ICONIC LE SÉRUM

Clé de Peau Beauté’s promise of radiance is perhaps no better realised than in the brand icon, Le Sérum.

A serum to awaken the skin to activate the source of profound vitality and radiance; drop by drop, this precious serum helps relieve daily skin concerns. Once applied, the silky texture is instantly absorbed for supremely soft, supple skin, vibrant and glowing with energy.

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THE EXCLUSIVE INGREDIENT SKIN-EMPOWERING ILLUMINATOR

Le Sérum, £215 for 50ml

Skin-Empowering Illuminator is the brand’s groundbreaking complex bringing together 5 key ingredients to enhance skin’s intuitive ability to repair and defend itself. In addition to the complex’s Platinum Golden Silk Essence, Japanese Pearl Shell Extract and Theanine, Skin-Empowering Illuminator is formulated with Perilla Extract and Angelica Acutiloba Extract to reignite skin from within.

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THE CULT FAVOURITE CONCEALER SPF 25

Beloved by the likes of Rosie Huntington-Whiteley, Kim Kardashian, Chrissy Teigen and British Vogue Beauty Editor Jess Diner, the Clé de Peau Beauté cult concealer SPF 25 covers spots, hyperpigmentation and dark circles to create a beautiful, even-toned complexion.

A luxuriously creamy, stick concealer that enables precise application and effortless blending, the Clé de Peau Beauté concealer leaves the skin looking smooth and refined with a seamless finish whilst also providing that much needed SPF 25+ and UV protection.

Concealer SPF 25, £54

La Crème, from £520.

THE LUSTED AFTER LA CRÈME

Famed for being more expensive per gram than gold at launch, the coveted anti-ageing night cream is now in its eighth iteration since first launching in 1982. Each new creation is promised to be more potent and innovative than its predecessor, with the latest La Crème featuring the breakthrough complex Skin empowering illuminator in the highest potency of any Clé de Peau Beauté product. The results? Upon waking skin feels rejuvenated, incredibly smooth and supple to the touch, and visibly firmer.

H-BEAUTY & CLÉ DE PEAU BEAUTÉ EXCLUSIVE READER OFFER

Clé de Peau Beauté launches in H-Beauty Edinburgh on Tuesday 30 November.

The first 200 guests who spend £100 on the brand in store will receive an exclusive gift with purchase worth £60, featuring a full plumping and firming face and eye ritual.

Complimentary consultations will also be available throughout December.

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BARE FACED CHIC

If you’re always in search of the perfect no-makeup makeup, we may have found what you’re looking for.

Sisley’s new Phyto Teint Nude offers subtle coverage in a uniquely sheer water-infused formula containing Kiwi Extract to hydrate and boost radiance. Available in 18 skin-matching shades, it’s the most fresh-faced foundation we’ve ever tried. £68, Available in Harvey Nichols Edinburgh or online at www.sisley-paris.co.uk.

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MYHERO PRODUCT

Must-try products and treatments

Three winter fragrances to try…

1. The new fragrance from Edinburgh-based perfumier Jorum is a comforting blend of moreish hazelnut, smudged orris and creamy Tonka bean. Pentimento EDP from £48 for 15ml. www.jorumstudio.com 2. Designed to mimic the serene shimmer of sun on snow, Tom Ford Soleil Neige contrasts the sweet scent of bergamot blooms with a warm skin-gripping musk. EDP, 50ml. £178 3. Part of Estee Lauder’s new Luxury Fragrance Collection, Infinite Sky has a warm heart of Sichuan pepper balanced by sweet Madagascar vanilla and smoldering Leatherwood. 40ml, £68.

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I have been using Weleda Skin Food for as long as I can remember and I LOVE the stuff. So the news that there’s now a body lotion in the skin food family is pretty epic. Promising to bring immediate relief and softness to dry, stressed-out skin, Weleda Skin Food Body Lotion smells divine (sweet orange, lavender and benzoin) and boasts a non-sticky formula so you can throw your clothes on straight after applying.

Perfect for all those manic mornings in my house. Plus I can pick it up in Boots for just £14.95. Sold”

Laura Wood, i-on content director

THE MUST-VISIT SPA For the ultimate wellness escape, check into the new spa at Gleneagles.

The beautifully refurbished space features 20 treatment rooms, a steam room, hot sauna cabin, vitality pool, relaxation courtyard and a healthy Spa café. The new launch also brings two iconic names from the world of beauty – skin guru Dr Barbara Sturm and green Queen Tata Harper – whose signature treatments will be available for the first time in Scotland. Day spa packages available from £195. gleneagles.com

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PROMOTION

Does CoolSculpting really work?

We get the lowdown from a CoolSculpting client at Cavendish Clinic

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e’ve all dreamt of losing our love handles forever. And we’ve all heard about a myriad different treatments available on the market. So, where to start and what to choose? Celia Brown, a 32-year-old client at Cavendish Clinic London, attended the clinic earlier this year to finally tackle her body confidence issues head on. Here she shares her CoolSculpting experience with us…

Why did you decide to try CoolSculpting? I have always felt insecure about my lower abdomen and would try to hide it. I had thought about surgical treatments but chose to try CoolSculpting as it’s noninvasive and has minimal risks. It also, importantly, has FDA clearance ensuring safety and efficacy. Basically, CoolSculpting gently freezes the targeted fat cells without damaging any surrounding tissue. Your body then

gets rid of them safely and naturally through your lymphatic system and they are gone for good.

The Cavendish Clinic has a high level of expertise in the procedure and they made me feel at ease.

What exactly does the treatment involve? I had one treatment which involved four applicators being applied with a gentle vacuum that grabs hold of the fat pockets. When each applicator finished, my practitioner massaged the tissue vigorously for a few minutes to help warm the skin up again. The whole process was over in about three hours.

Does it hurt? The cold is like a tingling sensation on your skin but it goes numb pretty quickly which makes it more bearable. The massage process isn’t very comfortable either and you feel a slight pulsing as the skin warms up. But it only lasts a few minutes.

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So what’s your verdict? I am extremely pleased with the results.

So much so that I plan to treat more areas. It takes three months before you see the full effect, but my lower abdomen is pretty much in line with my upper now, and I feel much more confident and secure about myself. Is it worth the money? 100 per cent.

GET £250 OFF A COOLSCULPTING TREATMENT Book your CoolSculpting treatment at Cavendish Clinic before 31 December 2021 and you’ll save £250. Simply quote IONSCULPT. To book email, welcome@cavendishclinic.co.uk or call 0131 609 0260. Cavendish Clinic Edinburgh, 2nd floor, John Lewis, St James Quarter, EH1 3SP

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PROMOTION

Are you ready “ to shine?

The team at Dr Nestor’s share their insider tips to beautiful, glowing skin sure to turn heads this party season

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fter the effective cancelling of Christmas last year, there is palpable excitement about party season this year. Aside from booking salon appointments and perfecting a wardrobe for the whirl of social engagements that December will undoubtedly bring, there is another route to achieving head-turner status. We asked the team from Dr Nestor’s Medical Cosmetic Centre which treatments they would recommend to ensure you look your absolute best...

Dr Rona, Aesthetic Doctor Profhilo is my go-to treatment if I want my face to have a radiant glow. The treatment utilises a high concentration of 100% pure hyaluronic acid and is a completely natural injectable.

In just two sessions, it offers effective skin bio-remodelling.

This allows a beautiful layer of moisture to be spread across the entire surface just under the skin, leaving skin with an unrivalled radiance and a hydrated and plumped appearance, eradicating tiny lines and imperfections - this is why it has been dubbed the real life, walking around filter!”

Helen, Skincare Therapist

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For me, there is no noninvasive treatment on the market that can compete with the transformational benefits that Secret RF boasts. Suitable for all skin types, this fractional radio frequency (RF) microneedling system uses ultrafine needles, which gently penetrate your skin and deliver RF energy sub-dermally, stimulating collagen production to revitalize the skin. It can also be used on the eyelids and neck to improve the quality of the skin, enhance collagen content and tighten any lax skin. Best of all, there is minimal downtime so it is a real game-changer in the journey to beautiful skin.”

Amanda, Aesthetic Nurse When used in correct amounts and expertly placed, lip fillers can be a terrific aesthetic tool for helping you age well or even enhance those features that Mother Nature forgot. I always start by analysing facial anatomy so my patient will have the most flattering result. Initially, conservative results should be the goal so the change is not too drastic - remember, you can ALWAYS add more later. By using hyaluronic acid, a naturally occurring substance in the body, there is little chance of an allergic reaction.

Your lips are an incredibly important facial feature and by tweaking them to be as beautiful as possible, it will have a stellar impact on your self-esteem.”

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For more information, visit www.drnestor.co.uk

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Season of indulgence Great British Bake Off winner and Edinburgh lad Peter Sawkins shares three decadent chocolate recipes sure to impress dinner guests

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FOR SURPRISE GUESTS…

Quick chocolate and hazelnut mousse This mousse was a happy accident.

I aimed to make a creamy chocolate filling or frosting for a cupcake, but after tasting this mix, I realised it was good enough to eat on its own, so I gave it its own recipe. Three minutes would be a high estimation for how long this pudding takes to make; I reckon you could drill it down to under two. But it doesn’t matter that it takes such little time and little effort; I would happily serve it at any casual family meal or, equally, a ‘get the fancy china out’ dinner party. When freshly made, it has a light, airy and soft texture; if you leave it in the fridge for a few hours, it firms up and becomes a more thick and unctuous mousse. So, make it ahead, or make it last minute without the concern of neglecting any guests for long while you prepare their delicious pudding.

This recipe makes enough for 4.

• 250ml double cream • 25g icing sugar • 250g chocolate hazelnut spread • 30g roasted hazelnuts, for decoration 1. Whip the cream with the icing sugar to medium-firm peaks.

2. Add in the chocolate hazelnut spread and whisk through until just combined.

3. Spoon or pipe into your serving dishes and chill in the fridge.

4. Top the mousse with chopped roasted hazelnuts and serve!

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THE SHOWSTOPPER…

Chocolate Caramel Tart

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do consider balance in most of my recipes. Combining sweetness with something bitter or creaminess with something sharp is typically a sensible thing to do when creating a recipe. But balance has not been considered here. I thought I’d go all-in for this bake! It does what it says on the tin; this is a chocolate pastry case filled with caramel and chocolate ganache, nothing fancy about it, just pure indulgence.

Each bite is incredibly rich and wonderfully satisfying. I will warn you, though, it’s best to take a very thin slice and finish wanting more.

It’s quite easy to scupper yourself on this one.

• 1 quantity chocolate sweet shortcrust pastry For the chocolate filling: • 280g double cream • 200g dark chocolate • 20g butter Flaky sea salt For the salted caramel sauce: • 200g sugar • 3 tablespoons water • 100g double cream • 100g butter, cubed • Flaky sea salt (optional)

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Preheat the oven to 180°C fan/190°C conventional/gas mark 5.

1. Blind bake a 20–23cm chocolate shortcrust pastry case (see recipe at ionmagazine.co.uk/recipes).

Leave to cool.

2. For the salted caramel sauce, make a wet caramel with the sugar and water, taking it to a deep amber.

3. Leave the mixture on the heat and gradually stir in the cream. Be careful: the mixture may spit as it bubbles up.

4. Remove from the heat, leave to cool for a couple of minutes then add in the butter, stirring until combined. Once the mixture is smooth, stir through the salt if desired.

5. Leave this to cool for about 15 minutes at room temperature, then pour about three quarters of it into the tart case. Leave to chill in the fridge.

6. For the chocolate filling, heat the double cream in a pan until just bubbling. Add in the chocolate and gently stir until you achieve a smooth texture. Add in the butter and stir to combine. Pour this mixture over the caramel and leave it to set in the fridge for at least 2 hours.

7. Sprinkle some flaky sea salt over the tart and slice into thin slices with a warm knife while the tart is fridge cold. Leave to reach room temperature before serving so the filling is soft and silky.

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PETITS FOUR…

Millionaire Shortbread Domes Chocolate, caramel and shortbread, that’s a winning combo! These little domes are a fancy way to serve the classic traybake that’s everyone’s favourite. The domes are very small and dainty, so they can be a little fiddly to put together. However, if any turn out more broken or messier than you would like, you can enjoy a chef’s perk and hide the evidence with a tasty post-baking snack!

For the shortbread: • 50g unsalted butter, softened • 30g caster sugar • 1 large egg yolk • ½ teaspoon salt • 90g plain flour For the filling: • 250g dark chocolate • 1 quantity salted caramel sauce (made to recipe on previous page) or 1 tin of caramel

Preheat the oven to 150°C fan/160°C conventional/ gas mark 3. Line a baking tray with baking paper. You will need a small hemisphere or cake pop mould.

MAKE THE SHORTBREAD 1. Cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy (this will take 3 to 5 minutes).

2. Stir through the remaining ingredients until it forms a stiff dough. Gently work together into a ball using your hands.

3. Roll out the dough between two sheets of baking paper until about ¼ cm thick. Place this in the fridge to chill for at least 20 minutes.

4. Find a cutter that is just smaller than the opening to your hemisphere or cake pop mould.

Cut discs of the shortbread using this cutter, transfer to your baking tray and bake for 10 to 12 minutes or until lightly golden around the edges.

FILL AND ASSEMBLE 1. Melt 150g of the chocolate, remove from the heat, then stir through a further 50g until all melted.

Pour a teaspoon of chocolate into each mould and use the back of a teaspoon to spread it around the inside of the mould, completely covering it. Leave this to set at room temperature.

2. Spoon or pipe the cooled caramel into the set chocolate domes filling them about five sixths full.

Place a shortbread round into each dome. Melt the remaining 50g of chocolate and fill a piping bag with it. Cut a very fine hole from the piping bag and fill any gaps between the shortbread and moulds or caramel with chocolate. Leave this to chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.

3. Once chilled, pop out from the moulds and dig in!

All recipes taken from Peter’s beautiful new hardback book, Peter Bakes, £20, out now (Black & White Publishing). Photography by Susie Lowe.

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A FAVOURITE HAUNT REVISITED

Jo Morris dines at Monteiths on the Royal Mile and remembers why she loved it in the first place

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hen Monteiths Kitchen and Cocktail Bar opened on the Royal Mile in the noughties, it brought a different vibe to the city’s most famous tourist street. It was ‘doing Scotland’ differently, bringing local produce and masterful mixology, and attracting the locals who had previously written off the area as a place for drinks and dinner. And, in case it’s not still on your radar, let me tell you it should be. Monteiths is rather lovely. Snuck down a close, a twinkly light canopy beckons you in. Downstairs, you’re welcomed into a modern yet intimate and cosy space, all comfy leather seating, dark and luxurious paint colours and thoughtful mood lighting.

Excited to be back in its fold and keen to find out if it still delivered in the food stakes, we ordered cocktails and bar bites. I can honestly say, biting into the perfect haggis bonbons and fried goats’ cheese, a deep sense of happiness came over me. I remembered the joy of dining out and took a long, contented sip of my Orchard Bramble cocktail (new favourite drink: Gin, blackcurrant liqueur, apple and elderflower.)

Mains were simply brilliant. I’m usually a straight up steak girl but the halibut with leeks, peas and bacon, £28, jumped out at me. It came with a side of mash and was probably the best I’ve ever eaten- perfectly cooked, moist and meaty yet light and exquisitely seasoned. My partner had the venison loin, £28, again with a potato side which was also superb. The wine list was decent and

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well-priced with good wines by the glass, which is important if you and your partner are looking at different colours.

We were about to call it a night until we saw a neighbouring table’s treacle tart. Food FOMO does exist which is why, five minutes later, we were sharing our own portion of the perfectly sweet and moreish dessert.

We thoroughly enjoyed our evening.

Great service, friendly, professional, and very efficient staff, excellent food, and a buzzy atmosphere.

Monteiths felt like a familiar hug from an old friend. I’ve already recommended it to two people, both of whom said they haven’t been for ages. I suspect this is going to change. Monteiths is well worth rediscovering.

Monteiths Kitchen and Cocktail Bar, 61 High St, EH1 1SR Tel: 0131 557 0330, www.monteithsrestaurant.co.uk

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ON THE FOOD

RADAR New openings, must-try menus and foodie finds

Oh Pie Goodness!

Famously created by The Little Chartroom chef Roberta Hall on this year’s Great British Menu, the braised beef shin, ox tongue and caramelised onion pie is now available to order for collection on Christmas Eve. For £100, you get the pie (which feeds 3 to 4) plus red wine sauce and a bottle of Clos des Fous ‘Grillos Cantores’ Alto Cachapoal Cabernet Sauvignon, Rapel, Chile, 2014 to accompany. So all you have to do is rustle up a few sides. Sold! Order online at the-little-chartroom.myshopify.com.

i-on loves…

These Festive Tea Crackers, £6.95 each, from award-winning Edinburgh-based tea company eteaket. Each cracker contains 5 tea sachets in surprise flavours along with a complimentary pack of 5 self-fill tea bags for future brews and the chance to win free tea for a year. Feeling lucky? www.eteaket.co.uk

THIRSTY FOR THEATRICS? PHO - GET IT!

Already famous across the UK, Vietnamese street food restaurant Pho has finally arrived in Scotland, in St James Quarter. We’re excited about pretty much everything on the menu from spicy salads and summer rolls to delicious curries and their phenomenal Pho. www.phocafe.co.uk/edinburgh.

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If you love a bit of theatre and the thought of “cocktails at home” no longer gets you giddy, enter stage right, The Alchemist at St James Quarter. Here, each boozy concoction, and even the snacks, come with a side of chemistry.

From the Flash Gordon arriving on fire, to the Smokey Old Fashioned served with a conical flask of smoke, there’s no shortage of molecular magic on the cards. www.thealchemist.uk.co/venues/ edinburgh/

AT HOME FESTIVE FEASTS

Rejoice! Our favourite steakhouse, Chop House, is offering its festive home dining experience again this Christmas. You can pre order your Festive Feast now for home delivery on selected dates from December 17th– 31st. So ditch the traditional turkey dinner in favour of fillet of beef, Newhaven lobster, goose fat chips, shredded sprouts and more. Each Festive Feast includes a bottle of red wine and a plum pudding negroni to share. Of course, full cooking instructions are included but the hard work has already been done so you don’t have to. Numbers are strictly limited so order yours now at www.chophousesteak.co.uk

4 new Scottish spirits to try…

THE SPICY ONE…

Distilled in Scotland, Brass Neck spiced rum includes exotic ingredients like tonka beans and cacao nibs as well as orange peel, tempered with distinctively Scottish botanicals including nettles and milk thistles. For an autumnal take on the sunshine spirit, try it in a hot chocolate. £38.95, www.brassneckrum.co.uk

THE WILD ONE… From Lothians forage-enthusiasts Buck &

Gather one and all

For Christmas parties with a personal touch, The Balmoral is offering bespoke, family style banquets in a private dining room overlooking Edinburgh Castle. Designed for groups of 12 to 30, the experience begins with a chef consultation to create your menu of elevated sharing plates which will be served with paired wines in a beautiful setting decorated to your demands. Menus available from £125 per person from 01 December. Find out more at www. roccofortehotels.com/hotels-and-resorts/ the-balmoral-hotel/meetings-events/festivegatherings/ or call 0131 556 2414.

Birch comes new botanical spirit BIRCH, a pure spirit married with raw sap and seasoned with wild birch flavours for a smooth, yet complex drink. Enjoy neat or pair with tonic for an interesting alternative to a G&T. £32.99, www.buckandbirch.com

THE PURE ONE… Inspired by the whisky-drinking experience,

Holyrood Distillery has created Height Of Arrows Gin, a brand new gin which rejects the idea of numerous botanical additions and strips the spirit back to its juniper core. Beeswax and salt are added to lend layers of texture and a full-bodied flavour. £34.95, www.holyrooddistillery.co.uk

THE STYLISH ONE…

Glenfiddich have teamed up with online fashion destination MR PORTER to create a limited-edition luxury whisky. The beautifully complex 20 Year Old single malt produces layers of fudge, spiced oak and caramelised Demerara sugar. A true collector’s item in the making. £300, www.glenfiddich.com

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A JOURNAL FOR BEAUTIFUL SPACES by i-on

In this month’s issue, a playful Merchiston apartment full of colour and creativity, the coffee-table books to add to your Christmas list, and we meet the designers who have taken the helm at Edinburgh institution Jeffreys Interiors.

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The artfulApartment A BOLD APPROACH TO PAINT TRANSFORMED THE TRADITIONAL INTERIOR OF THIS MERCHISTON TENEMENT FLAT TO SUIT ITS MODERN OWNER Photography by Alix McIntosh

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hen Brenda Carey first laid eyes on the property she would go on to buy, she couldn’t have imagined how magnificent it could look with a lick of paint. “I was living in a one bedroom just down the road in Polwarth and was looking for more space and a new start,” remembers Carey, a senior computer games designer at Rockstar. “My first impression was it was a really beautiful Victorian tenement, with all the original wood features and amazing light.”

“I wanted a place I could entertain people, she continues, “I love to cook and hosting is important. This flat provided the space for that.” What it didn’t come with was personality but Carey knew exactly who to call to inject some of that – Edinburgh-based interior designer Sam Buckley, now known to his legions of Instagram followers as Mr Buckley.

“Sam is a friend of a friend I met years ago. He hosted some great after parties at his place in the West End. When I first saw it, I fell in love with his style right away and knew if I could, I’d hire him.”

Leeds-born Buckley had originally moved to Edinburgh to do his degree in Architectural Technology and later spent several years in Milan studying for a masters in Interior Design before returning to his home in the city. His colourful abode was soon famed not only among friends, but, thanks to social media, far beyond. With a background in architectural technology, Buckley knows how to work with the bones of a space. And while his approach to colour is certainly singular, it is usually always led by the client. In Carey however, he was blessed with someone who trusted his vision entirely. “Initially I gave more input on the design but then I realised I didn’t know what I was talking about,” laughs Carey.

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“I hired Sam to make my home great, so I simply explained the parts of his place I liked to give him a bit of a steer and then I let him do what he wanted. He sourced everything from the furniture to the art on the walls - I loved his eye for artwork and knew he’d find really great artists which would fit.”

“Brenda has a love of pop art and graphic statements so we utilised that for the scheme,” says Buckley. “The design stems from a concept of supergraphics, which is the application of oversized graphic elements in architecture and interior design.” After plotting the designs on screen in 3D renderings, Buckley went back to basics, hand drawing the graphics onto the walls using a pencil, string and a compass before the decorators filled in the colours.

“I had selected a striped velvet from French textile house Lelièvre which Brenda fell in love with so that became the start of the colour palette,” explains Buckley. “I then added in a few more colours to the room to add balance to the palette”.

The result borders on psychedelic with over-sized geometric patterns emblazoned on the walls in technicolour, enhanced with the addition of brightly coloured furnishings, eye-catching modern artworks and a huge bespoke rug made with Italian rug company cc-tapis, friends of Buckley’s from Milan who he has a long-standing partnership with.

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I WAS NERVOUS ABOUT USING SUCH BRIGHT COLOURS ON THE WALLS BUT THEN I REALISED IT’S ONLY PAINT!”

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Other bespoke pieces include colourful push plates on the doors to replace traditional brass metalwork and a modern ceiling rose, created in collaboration with Chalk Plaster Design, which is a work of art in its own right. “Since I lost my original ceiling rose in an accident, it was a struggle to find a new highly detailed Victorian equivalent,” says Carey, “so I asked Sam to go modern if he could. He knew exactly who to work with and what to do.”

Having spent most of the previous year working in New York, Carey hadn’t been around to see the space take shape but when she finally came home, she was truly wow-ed. “I just loved it,” she gushes. “It felt so comfortable and like a place I wanted to spend time in and somewhere I could have people over to enjoy too. I don’t actually live there full-time at the moment, but when I’m there the colours really brighten my mood. They also feel great at night with the firelight and make the space really cosy in the winter. Looking back, I’ll admit I was tentative about using such bright colours on the walls but I’m glad I realised it’s just paint!”

To find out more about Studio Sam Buckley, visit mrbuckley.co.uk and for endless colour inspiration, follow him on Instagram @studiosambuckley

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PROPERTIES WITH AMAZING OUTSIDE SPACES Now more than ever, we’re all craving a home with the potential to step outside, even if we love city living.

Here are three properties currently on the market through property experts Simpson & Marwick, all offering outdoor space but all with a difference.

MODERN LIVING IN AN ICONIC BUILDING Stunning duplex apartment forming part of the iconic Playfair Building at Donaldson’s. Offers over £800,000 Surrounded by 16 acres of immaculately maintained communal grounds including sweeping lawns, formal gardens and a large central courtyard, this stunning ground floor apartment is extremely bright and stylish and combines beautiful original features with high quality fixtures and fittings. The property benefits from two underground parking spaces, a concierge service and impressive communal entertaining spaces.

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A BEAUTIFUL COASTAL HOME Impressive four bedroom contemporary home on generous plot with bespoke features and double garage Offers Over £1,700,000 Situated within King’s Cairn, a sought after and prestigious development located within the renowned Archerfield Estate, with easy access to coastal walks and Archerfield’s championship golf course. This individually designed home provides a flexible layout with quality fixtures and finishes. Set within a large, enclosed garden with a sheltered south-facing aspect with a paved courtyard, lawns and planted borders.

To the side is a double garage and driveway parking.

A PENTHOUSE WITH A VIEW Penthouse flat with roof terrace, three double bedrooms, three en suite bathrooms, lift and double garage in Grange.

Offers over £775,000 Forming part of an exclusive Applecross development set within manicured grounds and commanding far reaching southerly views from the roof terrace, a wonderfully spacious penthouse apartment extending to approximately 2263 square feet. Sitting room, study or 4th bedroom, dining kitchen, gas fired central heating, double glazing.

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The Design Files FEATURING GEORGINA FRASER AND JO AYNSLEY OF JEFFREYS INTERIORS

You took the reins from the original owners of Jeffreys earlier this year.

Can you tell us a bit about the takeover and how it all came about?

GEORGINA: It’s been a long time in the making – Jeff and Alison were approaching retirement and realised that they would need to put a succession plan in place for the business. Jo and I had both worked at Jeffreys for a couple of years by that point and felt that together we could take it forwards while retaining the DNA of the existing business. Because the takeover has been planned and come from within, it feels natural.

Is your approach different to the previous owners?

JO: When Jeff and Alison moved the business to our current location in Stockbridge 16 years ago, they developed a strong identity of a place where people could come and explore the showroom to find special and unique pieces. We strive to do the same, we want people to come into our showroom and find things they fall in love with – real conversation starters.

How would you describe your own signature interiors style?

GEORGINA: I like a classic, elegant design style with quality fabrics and beautiful craftsmanship. Although honestly, my Pinterest is an absolute kaleidoscope of styles and colours – I’d need about three houses to be able to fit in everything I love.

JO: I’m a maximalist through and through, I love classic design, but mixing colour, pattern and texture is so appealing to me. I often accidentally find myself dressing like the schemes I’m working on. They really get under the skin.

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What is your favourite colour palette?

GEORGINA: I love oranges – not an Irn-Bru orange (although that has its place!), but more glowy, autumnal burnt oranges.

JO: A reflective, sparkly rainbow – give me all the colour!

What has been your most exciting Edinburgh project so far?

JO: We’ve had lots of exciting projects here in Edinburgh. Recently we completed two townhouses on Ann Street – the bones of the houses were similar but inside they are polar opposites. Each is beautiful in its own right and perfectly suited for the owner, we feel like they really encapsulate our motto of “your taste; our talent” where we work to elevate our clients’ wishes.

What is the best dressed hotel or Airbnb you’ve visited?

GEORGINA: I love the Fife Arms in Braemar. The attention to detail is phenomenal and they’ve been so authentic and inclusive of the community in their designs. There are sketched portraits throughout depicting people who live in the surrounding areas. It’s a really lovely place.

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What is your favourite room in your own home?

GEORGINA: We’re both in rented flats so nothing is exactly as we would choose, but they are very much ‘home’. My favourite space is our living room which is bright, airy and filled with plants. I set up my desk there and it’s a great space to work, and relax, in.

JO: I’ve recently moved into a new flat and it feels really homely already.

The living room opens out into a small private garden and my puppy, Inca, just loves it – it’s a whole new world for him!

What is your one essential for stylish, comfortable modern living?

JO: Invest in a great sofa. I have one from Charlotte James, made here in Edinburgh and it is well made and SO comfortable. If you get the best you can afford, they’ll hold their shape, be more comfortable and serve you better in the long term than a quick ‘interim’ purchase.

Is there an iconic piece of furniture which you would love to own?

GEORGINA: I would love to have some De Gournay or Fromental wall coverings in my house – they’re absolute works of art and elevate any space.

What would you say is the best housewarming gift you can get someone?

JO: There’s something about crisp, white bedding. It works in every room and during a busy and stressful moving period it’s great to sink into fresh, clean sheets.

If your house was on fire, what is the one item you’d save?

GEORGINA: It would definitely be the artwork and sentimental items picked up on our travels. A bonkers cat poster from the Kattenkabinet (Cat Museum) in Amsterdam is jumping to mind… it’s ridiculous and I love it!

JO: Definitely my antique carved sofa, although I might have some trouble getting it out!

How can people revamp their homes for the new season without spending a fortune?

GEORGINA: Keep it simple by changing up cushions and adding cosy layers with textured throws.

Also adding mood lighting will make a hugely positive change to your space.

For more information, visit www. jeffreys-interiors.co.uk or pop into the showroom at 8 North West Circus Place, Stockbridge EH3 6ST.

© All Photography by ZAC and ZAC

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Kinfolk Travel: Slower Ways to See The World

by John Burns, £32, Artisan

A Modern Way to Live: 5 Design Principles from The Modern House by Matt Gibberd, £25, Penguin

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William Morris by Anna Mason, £50, Victoria & Albert Museum

Atlas of Mid-Century Modern Houses by Dominic Bradbury, £100, Phaidon

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Architizer: The World’s Best Architecture Practices 2021, £59.95, Phaidon

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Woman Made: Great Woman Designers by Jane Hall, £39.95, Phaidon

Wonderland by Annie Leibovitz, £69.95, Phaidon

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Harvey Nichols Edinburgh is currently playing host to a pop-up with LSA International showcasing their Canopy collection, a collaboration with the Eden Project which features self-watering planters, terrariums, carafes and more, all made from 100% recycled glass. Even the packaging is sustainably constructed from natural kraft board and printed with organic vegetable inks.

Caring Christmas trees

Give the queues at Ikea a miss this year and get your Christmas tree from Scottish homelessness charity, Bethany Christian Trust.

Priced from £40 and sustainably grown in Scotland, the Grade One Nordman fir trees are sold on a click & collect basis at www.caringchristmastrees.com, with 100% of all proceeds going to support people who are homeless or vulnerable this winter.

HEADING EAST Estate agency and legal consultancy Coulters are opening a new property hub in North Berwick in the New Year, expanding their presence across East Lothian. Their team of local experts are on hand whether you are buying, selling or looking for trusted legal services. To find out more, visit www.coulters.io or call 0131 603 7333.

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The idea we’ll be stealing… a beautiful handpainted porcelain wash basin.

Where we saw it: Killiecrankie House, the new restaurant with rooms in Perthshire.

Why we love it: Just one example of the owner’s flawless taste, this extra-special basin is an actual work of art that’ll turn your bathroom or downstairs loo into the chicest place you’ve ever washed your hands. Sourced from the London Basin Company, this Oriental-inspired design is called Azriel and costs £849 but there are many other stunning styles available from modern monochrome to traditional chinoiserie. Check them out at www.londonbasincompany.com.

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BEST BITS

Coffee: Artisan roast on Broughton Street offers excellent coffee served with good banter.

Cocktails: The bar in Baba.

My favourite being a spicy margarita, on the rocks.

Art: I like to take a walk down to the National Gallery of Modern Art. It’s an escape from the chaos of the city and allows for quiet contemplation.

Exercise: Tribe Yoga is my daily go-to. I have practiced there for over two years and feel part of the community.

Baba Bar Photography by Laura Bourjac

Pizza: Bar Napoli serves real deal Neapolitan style pizza. Top-tip: ask for it well done. The dough tastes so much better when its well-fired, and the topping doesn’t slide off!

Fashion: I’m currently enjoying a stroll around the new St. James Quarter; I’ve been patiently waiting on & Other Stories to open up in the city centre. I also love a good rummage in Armstrongs vintage store in the Grassmarket.

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Georgia Cécile The jazz singer on her favourite city haunts

Toast

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Furniture: Edinburgh Antiques Centre on Bangor road is a treasure trove full of unique pieces. It’s where I found my favourite Ercol rocking chair, now the snoozing spot of my kitten, Simone.

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Home accessories: Lifestory at the bottom of Broughton Street has cool Scandi-style pieces.

I recently bought some twirly dinner candles in ice-cream hues; lilac, lemon and sage green.

Gifts: Aesop in Stockbridge. Who doesn’t love an Aesop hand soap?

Grooming: The Nail Yard in Morningside do a great quick gel mani and the Margaret Dabbs pedicure is pure luxury.

Brunch: Toast down at the shore is a personal favourite. The food is nutritious and delicious, and the waterside setting is very pretty.

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Walk: I’m obsessed with being by the sea, so I love Sundays down at Portobello Beach.

Regardless of the weather, I always feel grounded and refreshed after spending an hour or two walking along the sea front.

Live music: The Jazz Bar is my haunt. You’ll find me there on the first Sunday evening of every month for my ‘Sunday Serenade’.

I also love the Queens Hall for bigger concerts - the acoustics of the space are so beautiful.

Georgia Cécile will be celebrating the release of her debut album ‘Only The Lover Sings’ with a concert at Edinburgh Queen’s Hall on 26 November.

Tickets available at: www.thequeenshall.net/ whats-on/georgia-cecile

Sending out my signature peaceful vibes under a giant floral cloud.

INSTA-INSIDER In my happy place, creating something beautiful and unique.

This time for @_aetla_

This year I left my visual merchandising job to launch my own business. This photo of my slightly terrified face was taken the day after I left.

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DESIGNER & MERCHANDISER KATIE WIGHTMAN SHARES HER #TOP9 @peace_inthe_neighbourhood

My usual view – balancing precariously at the top of a ladder!

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Something happy and positive post lockdown, taking inspiration from Disney’s ‘It’s a Small World’ in @goodvibesleith

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This handpainted sign was a thoughtful gift when I started out – it now hangs pride of place in my studio.

I love the diversity of materials my clients allow me to use. Sometimes it’s dried flowers, fabric or wood. Here, it was hand-dyed papers (and lots of it!) for an install at @the_pastrysection

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A mossy, woody wonderland created for @DruidEdinburgh in @SpaceatSeventeen.

One of my all-time favourite window displays.

We got to work on a music video this summer with @_AnalogFilmCo I just love how the light hit and cast shadows across the stage.

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