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Summer is finally here. The chance to shrug off all those winter blues and embrace the season’s favourite collections. This summer, be sure to keep an eye out for this season’s best sellers. Floral is the new staple, and Parisian chic is the new LBD. Look out for these easy to wear, affordable trends, as they are everywhere this season. We’re loving this gorgeous dress, ready to wear anywhere. Snap yours up before they go!!
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Spotlight on CHESTER
14-15 Chester’s best dressed 16-17 Fashion goes vintage 18-19 In the Spotlight
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20 Issue- Chester’s race for life 21 Get in shape for summer 23-24 Can we afford a conscious 26 Problem page 27 Horoscopes 28 tried and tested 29 Reviews 31 Fair Comment 32 Fashion Fix
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Interest in vintage fashion has gone sky high over the past few months, with kooky characters such as Fearne Cotton and Alexa Chung fastly overtaking the old fashion favorites in
the style stakes, we all want a piece of the action. But what is it that makes vintage fashion so appealing? Spotlight investigates. Have you ever wondered up Brick lane in
London, sunglasses on, bag on the shoulder, eyes peeled to uncover exciting treasures in the wonderful range of vintage and second hand shops? Well if not, you should try it, as itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s quickly becoming the new way to shop. Like all cities across the country, Chester hasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t escaped this fashion boom. With high streets up and down offering vintage styles, and the vintage look, it seems as though everyone wants a piece of the action. Queens of Vintage, an online fashion magazine dedicated to the vintage lifestyle suggest the most popular styles of vintage clothing for people who are just looking3/
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!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Spotlight on Chester MAY 2010 for the odd vintage those who are keen on crowds, and looking a accent to lift a normal doing their bit for the little different is also look, are those that environment. Rea must – which can can be effortlessly cycled clothes mean only be achieved by included into your less waste, and fewer buying items that are personal style, like a unwanted items that one of a kind, instead vintage bag, paisley have to be dumped. of becoming a high print scarf, or a pair Vintage supporters street clone. of Audrey Hepburn also say that not fol- So if you’re keen to sunglasses. These lowing the be a fashion-icon this summer, take a detour from the high @A;B(97C>(7( street, and try out a DBE9(F>??>G( H:I>(:I(J;B(K>7G(((((( few second hand vintage shops, you never :DLG>88:C>( know what you might EH;?9>8M uncover. C:C:><<>(N>8?K;;O popular pieces are sure to be best sellers in vintage shops, and add a little something extra to any plain outfit, it’s a enough to make Kate Moss proud! Apart from the fashionconscious among us trying to keep ahead of the trends, vintage fashion also appeals to 30
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!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Spotlight on Chester MAY 2010 let my ideas flow and its relaxing. !"#$%#+.%()*+% 07#/'%,)+%$".%,*6 $*+.2 As I’m on an MDes course at Sheffield Hallam, I have a further 3 more years at University. In which I want to branch out and learn as many skills as possible, get more experienced and hopefully slot into the perfect niche for me. I have always been interested in styling and designing so I think I will go on to concentrate on these areas and see what job it leads to. 3#4*%(')%#+(% $-50%6'7%)5%#+&% 8'/-+.%6#0"-'+% &*0-.+*702 Be natural, don’t try to copy other designers ideas. Be creative but think about who you are designing for. Work hard and it will get you anywhere. 8)9%1#/%0.)07.% #$%")5.%4.$%#%
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I take into consideration who it is I’m designing for, so client profile (age, height, build, interests, etc.) and what the form and function is for the design. So I need to see how much movement the garments need or if their mainly for show they need to be eye catching and customer appropriate. I also take into consideration the season and what types
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of Jade Goody in 2009, the nation has seemed to be more aware to the dangers of this potentially deadly disease. The HPV vaccine is now freely available to all girls aged between 12 and 15, and from the ages of 25, women are invited to go for a smear diagnostics test every five
years for screening purposes. But there are currently no such preventative methods available for girls aged between 16 and 24, and seeing as
though this disease is increasing, this is a little worrying. Cancer is very well publicised, everyone knows what to look out for and what to do if, god forbid, they find themselves in that terrible situation. Cervical cancer however, isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t as well documented, and perhaps more young
people should be aware of the signs that could help them to save their lives. Every year, Cancer Research UK holds the annual Race for Life in order to raise money for the scientific battle to cure the disease. In Chester the race is being held on Sunday 13th June 2010 at 9am and Chester Racecourse on New Crane Street. 5000 women, who walk, jog and run 5K race, are aiming to beat the previous total of ÂŁ231,600 to help with this battle and to do what they can to beat cancer. Please do what you can to help. If you wish to take part in the race for life visit the website raceforlife. 54 org
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white into the aubergine mixture, tear in the basil leaves, then stir to bind together. Share the stuffing between the fish, placing the mixture at the wide end of the fillets, then roll
them up. Arrange the fish in a baking dish, tucking the ends underneath. Place the cherry tomato bunches on top, then bake for 20 minutes.
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often poor and from under developed countries, a fair price for their goods and a fair trading relationship. A spokesperson from The Fair-trade Foundation said: “Fair-trade is about better prices, decent working conditions, local sustainability, and fair terms of trade for farmers and workers in the developing world. By requiring companies to
pay sustainable prices which must never fall lower than the market price, Fair-trade addresses the injustices of conventional trade, which traditionally discriminates against the poorest, weakest producers. It enables them to improve their position and have more control over their lives.” Thanks have to be given to Primark for 56
!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Spotlight on Chester MAY 2010 the lengths that they the measly total Photo courtesy of PR Shots. Primark Summer 2010 campaign Top £8, Skirt £7 have taken to make of something like every effort for us 10 pence a day. to be able to shop How, living in the without the worry developed society weighing on our minds we do, could this of who is paying the ever be allowed consequences for our to happen? So cheap shopping. What when Primark used to be dubbed as first crash-landed clothes from ‘child on the scene in labour’, many Brit1995 when the ish stores have really UK business was turned things around, launched, there and made their afford- was an immediate ethics and its values”. able fashion ethically flurry of interSo it seems we can sound. Primark has had est in this amazingly spend until our heart’s cheap shop, which has a lot of bad press in content, safe in the remained 15 years on. knowledge that the the past, and has had How can Primark afford only damage is to our to answer to serious accusations about the to sell their goods so own bank accounts. cheaply, so successethical involvement of It is important that fully, and continue to child workers to make to maintain good be ethically sound? their clothes. People relationships with Primark’s now well pub- farmers, growers and want to know, when licised values and ethi- workers, as they are, the clothes are so cheap, how can Primark cal considerations of after all, just trying to their clothing puts our make a living, just like ever afford to make them? Do we know the conscientious minds the rest of us. Next at rest. A spokesman full story of how and time you’re out shopfor the company said: where these items ping, check the labels; “Primark remains whol- a few extra pence could originated? We hear ly committed to ensur- make all the difference such horror stories of ing that its customers to a family somewhere. children as young as can continue to shop four years old workPrimark opens in Chesat Primark confident in ter later this month. ing so hard that their 5its commitment to its fingers bleed, all for
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q) Help! I’m a size 12 pear shape and I need an outfit for a summer wedding. a) An a- Line, jersey dress, would be perfect for this occasion, and will show off your waist and skim nicely over your hips. A Cap sleeve will be cool enough for the wedding and also modest enough for a church service- add a tailored jacket if it is a very formal occasion. A monochrome dress, with a small pattern is bang on trend, and teamed with bright shoes and bag you will look the belle of the ball!
q) I’m a size 18 and really like to follow the fashion trends. How can I wear fringing? a) Fringing is a tricky trend to get right, go will small accents rather than all over. Try a fringed bag or a waistcoat over a checked shirt. q) How can I look taller and browner on the beach? a) Make everyone envious on the beach with high cut bikini bottoms to give the illusion of lengthy legs. Try a white two piece to make tanned skin appear darker, but avoid white if you are very pale or burn easily as white may make you either look ghostly or emphasise a burnt bod. q) I love wearing red
lipstick, but I’ve noticed my teeth look really yellow when I wear it. Is there anything I can do to stop this?? a) This is a common problem with having luscious red lips. Look out for one with a hint of blue in it, this is help to take out the harsh yellow tinge of the teeth, and will make them look whiter. q) I love summer, but I hate my legs and baring the flesh brings me out in a cold sweat! How can I do boho chic without baring the flesh? a) Fear not, many people dread the summer weather. Try a maxi dress- they really were made for you! Team with gladiators and big sunglasses, and head on down to 5/ the beach!
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Decisions can sometimes be hard to make, but this is the kind that you can’t put off taking. Look deep into your heart and do what it tells you, you will know what to do.
Aquarius (21 Jan- 19 Feb): You are likely to be feeling as though things are taking an age to get done at the moment, have patience; good things come to those who have the faith to wait for it. Pisces (20 Feb- 20 March : Make sure you make the most of every opportunity that comes your way this month, as big breaks are few and far between. You have the strength of character and mind to achieve your goals, don’t sell yourself short. Aries (21 March- 20 April): An argument with a loved one may cause you to revaluate what is important to you, but don’t worry, thing happens for a reason. A dream gives you a fantastic idea.
Gemini (22 May- 21 June): A meeting will open up doors for you; you are likely to come into some money! Spend wisely, it doesn’t grow on trees! Cancer (22 June- 23 July): Expressing yourself becomes extremely important this month, don’t hold back and don’t worry about offending anyone. Your voice is worth hearing. Leo (24 July- 23 Aug): Love is in the air for you this month! If you are single, expect a meeting to turn into something more. If you are taken, spend some quality time with your loved one; let them know they mean the world to you.
Virgo (24 Aug- 23 Sept): The week ahead may seem daunting at the moment, but you are strong enough to take it on! Take a deep breath and hold your head high, show the world what you can do! Libra (24 Sept- 23 Oct): You are likely to have some good news this month, something that is unexpected or perhaps you had forgotten all about. Enjoy this praise, you deserve it! Scorpio (24 Oct- 22 Nov): You have been taking a back seat recently, and now is the time to really pull your socks up and decide what it actually is that you want. Sagittarius (23 Nov- 21 Dec): You are full of good advice this month, but make sure you take the time to look after yourself as well. You’re friends do need you, but so does your family. Capricorn (22 Dec- 20 Jan): Something that may seem disastrous at first will actually change your life. Look on the bright side, and embrace life.
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Dove Summer Glow: It smells nice but it seemed to look streaky within a few days. After a couple of uses though I felt shimmery and tanned and was pleased with the result. Use needs to be monitored!!
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R-Patz first movie since the twilight saga, Remember Me is a heartfelt teen flick about loss, love and relationships. The first gripping scene leads you through the lives of Tyler and Ally by the hand, until the devastating end. Although engaging at times, the ending is crass and lacks imagination. Despite the eye candy, this film is better forgotten. Not for the mainstream fan, MGMTâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s latest effort Congratulations is a spacey journey, with moments of lovely melodies. Definitely a grower, this attempt lacks direction, and is perhaps all too evidently self-indulgent. The record will still be heard by millions, but perhaps the magic from Oracular Spectacular has been lost.
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Whereas in the past, plastic surgery, Botox and enhancements was almost something to be ashamed of, people would tell work colleges they were spending a week in Corfu for their friend’s sister’s wedding; or that all of a sudden they had the urge to go visit some aged relative who was dying of some unspecified disease, just to get the time off work and away from the social circle, and would come back looking so refreshed and replenished that everyone thought that the sea air had done them good. Nowadays however, people seem to wear it as a badge of honor; yes I survived 3 grueling weeks of drinking liquidized food through a straw and am now almost an Olympic contender for ventriloquism after having my head mummified, don’t I look five years younger?!
So has our culture become accepting of this kind of self-correcting? And if it has, should it be? In my opinion, how someone feels about themselves is important. Confidence is the key to so many things, from bettering careers, to allowing people to achieve their goals. However small, the ability to rise above any insecurities is a vital part of this process. So is it wrong then that so many people seek to find this little lift from something as artificial, and quite frankly expensive, as plastic surgery? Isn’t it a little sad that we can’t come to terms with who we are as people without this need? Mind you, this, like many others, seems to be an American trend, and of course a massive generalization – of course not everybody’s main aim is to hold onto their youth with both hands. But in all honesty, I think people age much more gracefully without being pumped full of chemicals, and I for one intend to stay away from anything artificial when it
comes to the point where I don’t recognise my aged reflection (I am of course hoping that by then 60 will be the new 40 and I’ll have nothing to worry about anyway). The adverts on TV that have all of a sudden started to appear suggest in the almost supernatural way that adverts subliminally tell you that yes your life isn’t worth living without this amazing oven cleaner, and yes it’s three quid more than the others but my god is it worth it, that in actual fact, having work done is a feasible, affordable for women these days. This just shows I suppose, like so many things, anti-aging and confidence boosting processes have reached a new level, and it is something that just moves with the times. In fifty years or so if you haven’t joined the group, you’ll really stand out in the crowd as the only one with enough crow’s feet to start a bird sanctuary. Maybe I should start saving.
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