MilliOnAir Spring 2019 by MILLIONAIR Magazine

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Spring 2019

A Dash of Diamonds for Spring

WATCHES FASHION INTERIORS LUXURY

LFW2019 Men's Highlight Reel

JEWELLERY FILES Sarah Zhuang & Catherin Best

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A PIONEER IN BEAUTY Ruby Hammer

Fashion file Celia Kritharioti

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inspiring fashion brand RENER

couture file With Ralph & Russo

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#POSITIVITY Here PHIL HELLMUTH puts the #POSITIVITY spotlight on Inspiring Vanessa

FASHION UPDATE With Apu Jan - Fashion Pioneer

OBJECTS OF DESIRE Asprey, Van Cleef & Arpels with Jewellery Director Marcella Martinelli.

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ASK tHe CHEAT Interview with Nicole Faraday

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THE COVER STORY ''A TOUCH OF COLOUR AND DIAMONDS FOR SPRING''

THE EXHIBITION Christian Dior at the V&A London

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UNCOVERED WITH ALISON LOWE ''the shop at the bluebird''

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sue dray Over forty years of illustrating

COVER PHOTOGRAPHER Benjamin Kaufmann

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ALISON LOWE MBE INTRODUCES Alex Eagle

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delux edit Luxury Watches You Need Now

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TECH NEWS Cyber World Tech World Elise C Quevedo

CIONA JOHNSON-KING Beauty Health Happiness

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BRIDGETTE HANCOCK How to Detox for Power, Energy & Health

Conversations with Elise Quevedo This month featuring SEGURU owner Ralph Echemendia

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VIE AESTHETICS Q&A with all things Aesthetic. MilliOnAir

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FASHION UPDATE With Apu Jan - Fashion Pioneer

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MilliOnAir | Shopping

LOVE IN LUXURY Just a few indulgent treats to keep you going through the next couple of months, ''just because'' or just as a treat for you, yourself oh and I.

Jimmy Choo Viola 110 Crystal Sandals Pulbrook & Gould Silk Rose and Foliage Arrangement in Vase

Roja Parfums Black Tier Reed Decanter

Fleur Of England Onyx Embroidered Bodysuit

Daniel Hanson Stripe Silk Robe

Baccarat Bubble Box Champagne Flutes (Set of 6)

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EDITOR'S NOTE

SPRING is in the Air

So we survived Christmas & NewYear and now it seems we have bypassed winter! And here we have it...SPRING. Coming into this new season we have all decided to take some tips from Bridget Hancock on ''How to Detox for Power, Energy and Health'' P142. We are also blowing our cobwebs away with that well needed spring clean in the office (too many empty boxes of chocolates laying about!),all though we do want to be taste testers for To'ak (below) Vintage 2014 Cognac Cask Matured 3 Years Chocolate Bar PLEASE! The beautiful new fashion on it's way for SS19 bought to us by our wonderful team Marcella Martinelli, Ross Pollard, Felicities PR and Alison Lowe MBE which we are all excited about. New trends, dusky tones, pastels, tassels, inspiring young people, beauty by Ciona Johnson-King P136, luxury jewellery and this issue is jam packed with all the above and more...Enjoy. Millie Cooper Editor in Chief We are reachable by being online, so you can take us anywhere in the world with you; on your smart phones or tablets. Here is our link www.moa-global.com for this edition and back issues.

To'ak Vintage 2014 Cognac Cask Matured 3 Years Chocolate Bar (50g)

Arguably some of the rarest chocolate in the world,To'ak is exclusively sourced from 14 cacao growers in the valley of Piedra de Plata, Ecuador. Matured for three years in a cognac cask, this beautifully fragrant chocolate tantalises the taste buds with notes of caramelised oak, plum extract, fig and raisin steeped in cognac. Made from organic cacao mass and organic cane sugar, each bar is housed in a handcrafted Spanish Elm wood box, individually engraved with a unique bar number.

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CONTRIBUTORS MILLIE COOPER Founder, Editor in Chief, Publisher and Art Director mail@milli-on-air.com MARCELLA MARTINELLI Creative editor & Jewellery/Fashion /Watch director marcella.stylist@gmail.com RUBY HAMMER MBE Beauty Editor rubyhammer@mac.com CHRIS SULLIVAN Style and Travel Editor chris@thesullivan.co.uk CIONA JOHNSON-KING Beauty Contributor purebeautyexpert@gmail.com JULIET HERD Contributing Editor juliet.herd@virgin.net BRIDGET HANCOCK Wellbeing and Health Editor bridgethancock1@gmail.com HEATHER STEWART WHYTE Health & Beauty Lifestyle Contributor ELISE C QUEVEDO Executive Business Editor LAURIE STONE Editor-at-Large STEVEN SMITH Contributing Entertainment Editor DEBORAH LATOUCHE Lifestyle editor deborahlatouche@yahoo.com MILLIE COOPER & LORI MIXSON Marketing & PR UK & UK ROSS POLLARD Emerging Designers Editor fashionworked@gmail.com ALISON LOWE MBE Fashion Contributor EMMA HARRISON Travel Contributor Advertising mail@milli-on-air.com Contributors LAURA MCCLUSKEY FELICITIES PR Twitter @millionair_mag Instgram @millionair_mag Facebook @millionairglobal Media Kit is available on our website www.moa-global.com Send news releases and story ideas to mail@milli-on-air.com ABOUT MilliOnAir online magazine showcases influencers, entrepreneurs and celebrities, alongside new & established luxury brands. The exquisite quality and timelessness of the magazine keeps the readership high and ensures longevity of advertising campaigns and is viewed by over 1 million individuals per issue. With cutting-edge cross-media opportunities and global distribution, we offer advertisers tailored & effective campaigns. ''Bringing people + Brands together''. MilliOnAir™ All content is copyright to MilliOnAir™Magazine and where stated inside any edition. Any reproduction of any part of MilliOnAir™ Magazine is strictly forbidden, unless with prior permission. MilliOnAir™ Magazine is published by Joomag, any views expressed in any articles or interviews are those of the individuals and not necessarily those of MilliOnAir™ Magazine.

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MilliOnAir | The Jewellery Files

By Fashion & Jewellery Director Marcella Martinelli

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Sarah Zhuang Jewellery

"ENCHANTED PEARL"

"She is trustworthy and genuine, always sees the best in others, she is a patient listener who is well-loved for her kindness. This collection uses white pearls, which symbolize modesty, purity and innocence."

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"DANCING BUTTERFLY"

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Founded in 2017, Sarah Zhuang Jewellery celebrates womanhood as each collection personifies a unique trait of contemporary women. Building on a vocabulary of bold statements, their precious gemstones are handpicked to tell stories of strength, aspiration and confidence. While every design is sealed in 18 carat gold, the versatile collections are designed to be worn in multiple styles, accommodating modern women's busy lifestyles, while empowering them to express their unique personalities and to shine in every occasion. Daring yet sophisticated, Sarah Zhuang Jewellery combines functionality and aesthetics. About Sarah Zhuang Born in a family that has been in the jewellery business for over two decades, Sarah has lived and breathed design since a young age. Fuelled by her passion for jewellery craftsmanship, Sarah received her design certificate from Gemmological Institute of America and a professional diploma from Hong Kong Design Institute. She then studied in Accademia Riaci in Florence to further enhance her skills in jewellery design and making. Since 2013, Sarah has been adding her sparkle to the business by creating a new generation of fine jewellery. Her works have dazzled local celebrities and received numerous design competition awards.

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"She is fun, cheerful, and full of energy, a sweetheart who always has a positive attitude, her presence lights up a room. This collection takes inspiration from butterflies dancing in the air whose movement is joyful and whimsical" MilliOnAir

"SPREAD YOUR WINGS"

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"She is determined, enthusiastic and independent, an ambitious thinker with a vision, she is eager to pursue her dreams. " Spread your Wings", inspired by angel wings, symbolizes guidance, freedom and enlightenment."

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"LADY ROSE"

"She is elegant, knowledgeable and sophisticated, a classy lady who always dresses well, she is as beautiful as a rose. This collection depicts the rose as a beautiful woman: the petals her skin, the scent her aroma, and the stems her strength."

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CatherineJewellery Best WORKS OF ART DON’T JUST HANG ON WALLS Catherine Best is renowned for her signature designs that are both bold and unique, and skilfully executed with precision and masterful craftsmanship. Her passion for colour and shape, influence each collection, and every bespoke creation that can be seen in her flagship boutique in Mayfair. Born in Guernsey, Catherine was always passionate about jewellery and her love of nature and interest in gems, led her pursuit of excellence, into the world of jewellery making, where she has exceeded and is recognised by her peers as a Master Designer and Master Goldsmith. She is indeed the only member of the Institute of Professional Goldsmiths in the UK that is recognized as Master Designer and Master Jeweller . The inaugural Catherine Best, boutique opened in Guernsey in 1993, swiftly followed by Jersey and since, the designer has won multiple awards in recognition of her craftsmanship.

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In 2017 the designer realised her lifelong dream of opening a flagship boutique on Albemarle Street, in the heart of Mayfair and she now works and travels between the three boutiques, adding,

‘Opening in the Heart of Mayfair has been a lifelong dream of mine and I feel privileged that this has now become a reality.’ This privately owned, second generation jeweller is, very much a family affair and Catherine, who is Head of Design, is joined in Guernsey, by her daughter and Vikki who is Head of Operations and Penelope, who is Head of Marketing and PR. Catherine, who designs many of the jewels says,‘ I continue to enjoy working personally with clients to design and create exceptional pieces. ‘ I feel very privileged to be able to work daily with such beautiful gemstones, metals and wonderful people’ MilliOnAir

Not for the fainthearted, Catherine Best’s creations erupt with an energy that flows from a veritable selection of rare gemstones, central to each design and forming the heart of every jewel. One such example, is the Dancing in the Moonlight, ring featuring a magnificent 6.07 Sri Lankan sapphire set in platinum and surrounded by 1.52cts of diamonds. The sapphire sits at the centre of the design, encircled by a quadrangle of platinum and diamonds reflecting and representing the moonlight. Her search for excellence has led her to work with some of the world’s rarest gemstones from Paraiba tourmalines to the majestic sapphire and the Australian fiery red opals to delicious red ruby. The unique Caspia necklace, illustrated, has been handmade at the bench and features a highly sort after 31.28 ct Tourmaline gemstone from Mozambique, which is set at the heart of the design and entwined with 18kt white and yellow gold, set with 2.613 cts of diamond ribbons The Sunrise diamond cuff bangle is a unique design, featuring a figure dancing in the rays of the summer sun. Set in 18 carat yellow gold it is meticulously crafted into a flawless cuff, overlaid with yellow gold accents with a diamond sun as a centre piece. The reverse features a delicate hand carved tree with an effortless push button clasp set with a shimmering diamond.

The Dragons Lair II pendent is truly a unique and extravagant work of art, featuring the exceptional 221 ct Yowah Nut opal. Set in the 18kt yellow gold with a captivating cascasde, of coloured gemstones trickling downwards. The heart of the opal is entwined in its lair by white diamonds that wing outwards. Worn with a magnificent 18kt yellow gold chain, interpseresed with a selection of precious gemstones.

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MilliOnAir | The Fashion Pages

FASH ION /'fa ( )n/ a popular or the latest style of clothing, hair, decoration, or behaviour. "the latest Parisian fashions" vogue, trend, craze, rage, mania, mode, fad, fancy, passing fancy; current/latest style, latest thing, latest taste; style, look; general tendency, convention, custom, practice, usage; informalthing "the fashion for figure-hugging clothes" Read on for FASHION and MORE... MilliOnAir

MilliOnAir | Fashion File

Celia Kritharioti By Fashion Director Marcella Martinelli

Celia Kritharioti

is the innovative Designer and Owner of the oldest Greek Fashion House, which was established in Athens in 1906 whose designs distinguish her globally, Celia is one of the most established renowned Fashion Designers in Greece. Her talent, vision and aesthetics reflect on all her creations.

“My wish is the confidence of the woman wearing my clothes to rise as the zipper goes up”. From cocktail dresses to wedding gowns, one of Celia’s biggest passions, her mission is to present the best image possible of every woman who chooses Celia Kritharioti creation. Celia’s Couture is the ideal combination of femininity, finesse and elegance. Combining the finest quality fabrics and materials with her vision, Celia Kritharioti manages to make every woman feel unique, alluring and elegant, while accentuating the female body.

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Her creations have been shown both in Greece and worn by top models such as; Natalia Vodianova, Naomi Campbell, Iman, Giselle Bundchen, Leticia Casta, Claudia Schiffer, Elle Macpherson, Karolina Kurkova and Ana Beatriz Barros. Celia Kritharioti presented her first ever show in Paris during Paris Fashion Week Couture on January 25th 2017. British Vogue noted:

" This Couture season marks a first for Celia as she fulfills her lifelong dream of showing on the Couture calendar. It was a collection that served to fulfill every Couture fantasy." Since 2012, Celia Kritharioti made a breakthrough to the world’s biggest red carpets: Gwyneth Paltrow, Jennifer Lopez, Lady Gaga, Paula Patton, Kim Kardashian, Kelly Rutherford, Miranda Lambert, Samantha Barks, Maria Menounos, Giuliana Rancic, Gemma Arterton, Mel B and many others who chose Celia Kritharioti for their special Red Carpet looks. Vanity Fair named Celia Kritharioti Fashion House as one of the six couturiers in the world worth watching due to the craftsmanship, the detailed handmade work, the vision and the creations.

"Beautifully feminine and embellished concoctions from this couturier to the stars". MilliOnAir

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MilliOnAir | Loves

GUCCI The Alchemist's Garden

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Inspired by the art of alchemy influencing the old art of fragrance making for seven eaux de parfum, four perfumed oils, three acque profumate and a scented candle.

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MilliOnAir | Couture File

RALPH & RUSSO By Fashion Director Marcella Martinelli

RALPH & RUSSO COUTURE SPRING/SUMMER 2019 INSPIRATION Vibrant and vivacious, this season’s collection is a celebration of Latin American femininity and tribute to the stylish legacy of La Doña, the beloved Maria Felix, her empowered persona, daring sensuality and spirit of fashion beyond fear. Unravelled and reinterpreted, the collection is a rich samba a la Mexicana of sixties pop colours, layered tassels, decadent tulle pom-pom fringed skirts and wide brimmed sun hats; at once playful, alluring and reminiscent of the unparalleled glamour portrayed by Felix and the stars of the Golden Age of Hollywood Cinema. Embroideries are reptilian, taking the form of coiled serpents and crocodile scales in lieu of Felix’s famous bejewelled choker, whilst graphic ‘pop’ cut-out hearts and beaded bananas adorn ballgowns in tribute to cinematic icons, Carmen Miranda and Josephine Baker. Tailored safari suits are reimagined in bubble-gum pink and acid green, featured alongside bare-shouldered ballgowns juxtaposed in light floating chiffon and structured double duchesse, embellished with traditional French embroidery but bonded with neoprene. Exuding glamour, the Spring/Summer 2019 collection leaves onlookers dreaming of a chic South American Summer and La Maria Bonita.

Collection Inspiration

Front Row

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“I was inspired by María Félix,” said Tamara Ralph backstage with her partner, Michael Russo, at her side. “She was the most famous Mexican diva of all time; I love her passion, her charisma, her sensuality. She was elegant, but she didn’t take fashion so seriously. We wanted to have fun this season and to celebrate her cinematic Latin-American glamour.” And celebrate they did. The show was as flamboyant and extravagant as could be.

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Tamara Ralph & Michael Russo

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MilliOnAir | 2019 Must Have's

Looking beyond spring, the trainer lineup is an altogether more pretty pastel bunch of style and scrumminess. While throwback label Reebok still offers plenty of "oldskool" trainer appeal, we also have some more subdued additions in the form of Balenciaga, Nike and Puma seeking to combine style, prettiness and comfort. So get those pretty little sneakers on now. Nike Air VaporMax

Balenciaga

Adidas Gazelle Reebok

Durable Women PUMA IGNITE

Reebok Classic

Chanel

Adidas Stella McCartney

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MilliOnAir | Interview

Apu Jan Fashion Pioneer

By Fashion Contributor Ross Pollard

'' n Taiwan in the old days fashion wasn’t important for us,it’s just started in the last few years. It’s interesting because maybe we don’t have the big and stable industry of other countries, but everything is new and everything is possible”

As Apu Jan says these words his enthusiastic smile spreads across his face, you can see the joy in him that Taiwan is fast becoming a name on the fashion map, now fighting it out with Korea & Japan as the hottest place for designers in Asia,and whisper it quietly I’m told,some of us would suggest is on a path to match the great fashion cities of Europe.

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As we sit in a small tea shop in Taipei, the fan above beating an up-tempo rhythm as it tries to cool the stifling heat and humidity he continues

“Taiwan has our own fashion week and we want more events. In Korea they created their own fashion week and a bigger industry in just 10 years”.

“last year we flew 30 to 40 times, we flew so much that we worked with Eva Air to design their inflight pyjamas and overnight kits”.

I joke with him that he must be quite the movie buff after all those trips, he likes to relax on the flights, one of the rare times he can take a few hours away from the pressure Apu Jan is a leader in the vanguard of Taiwanese of the business and designing. “I’ve seen every movie designers that has burst onto the global stage in the last possible, each time I fly I watch about 4 movies, I have no few years, alongside Apu, we’ve seen Malan Breton, Jaime time to go to the movies so I only see films on planes”. Wei Huang and Angus Chiang take London Fashion Week by storm. Known for his simple elegance and I ask him about the pressure of running the business “right tailored shapes that don’t so much walk as float down the now I’m about 50/50 on designing and running the runway he’s brought the aesthetic of his homeland and business at the moment . . . We have three different areas planted it squarely and deeply into the London conscious. we work in, UK/EU, China and of course Taiwan. I think of these as different areas with individual thoughts. The He’s one of the busiest designers I’ve ever met switching different markets have different ways of working which is back and forth between London and Taipei to keep the interesting, In London we work with stockists, in Taiwan business running, he and his friend from Chloe who joined we’ve created many events to connect people with us, but us for the interview have worked together since the in China we actually have a store”. inception of his label

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Every Taiwanese fashion student I’ve spoken with looks up to him, he’s not only shown them he can, but given them a belief they can. For someone so young that is an incredible legacy, and incredibly beautifully dressed legacy.

But while a keen eye for moving the business is important and has been a huge part of establishing the label as a global brand, make no mistake. Apu Jan is as razor focused as ever and is always looking at how he can move forward as a designer including selected collaborations that support growth and give him interesting design challenges, after all, without the clothes there is no label.

“In the future I want to focus on the main collection but at the moment we need the special cases”, the special cases he refers to are the previously mentioned Eva Air collaboration and he’s recently worked on two food collaborations. Alongside this he is the go to designer for celebrities and artists across the world, “it’s interesting because we can work with different artists, dancers and singers, we can show outfits on different people”. I’m keen to ask him what he thought helped the business at the start, especially in Taiwan, the fashion scene there is still emerging and developing, something he’s very excited about, “if you are in an industry that isn’t stable that creates more opportunity for a young designer, we don’t know what is the biggest event, who is the best organiser, who could be the fashion council. Nothing exists so everything is an opportunity and everyone can use their own ways of working, that’s a good place for starting a business. We have so many new things that are coming and even our sponsors don’t know what's coming so people want to try”.

went into my local Bao shop in Croydon the owner even mentioned Apu when he found out I work in fashion. Everyone needs a hero, someone to aspire to and every Taiwanese fashion student I’ve spoken with looks up to him, he’s not only shown them he can, but given them a belief they can. For someone so young that is an incredible legacy, and incredibly beautifully dressed legacy.

It’s that zest to grow and develop that has made Apu Jan one of the most sort after invites at London Fashion Week, but as an avid watcher of Taiwanese fashion I’ve seen something else, he’s become the designer many young Taiwanese people aspire to, in fact so famous that when I MilliOnAir

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MilliOnAir | Exclusive

by Fashion Director Marcella Martinelli

Micro Mini Rose Cameo

Asprey has recently launched the new Spring Summer 2019 handbag collection. Inspired by contrasting pastel and vivid tones and the play of sunlight as it beautifully transforms colour, the collection features both classic silhouettes and new season styles.

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Steamer Bluebird

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Taylor Mini Sky Blue Stone Lagoon

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Mini Rose Petal

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Cosmic Collection. Shooting Stars Cufflinks

For men, the recent Cosmic Collection features the Shooting Stars and Orbit cufflinks, in addition to the Rocket, King and Queen and Precious Stone cufflink collections.

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King and Queen Cufflinks

Lapis Geometric Cufflinks

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Rocket Cufflinks

Black Onyx with Diamond and Sterling Silver

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Cosmic Collection. Orbit Cufflinks

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Frosted Diamonds In tune with the seasons, Van Cleef & Arpels contemplates the wonders of nature and celebrates them in highly poetic creations. Evoking the beauty of a snowcovered landscape, the Snow Flake collection has for several decades reinterpreted the “flocon” motif introduced by the Maison in the 1940s. Entirely set with diamonds, these pieces embody Van Cleef & Arpels’ taste for White High Jewelry.

Explored by the Maison ever since its foundation, the couture theme also takes pride of place on this bow clip, which recalls the models created by Van Cleef & Arpels from the 1930s onwards. On these creations, the gold’s delicate openwork evokes the lightness of precious fabrics. This Snow Flake clip traces a bow in platinum and diamonds, bound by a rounded jewelry motif entirely set with stones. Endowed with subtle energy, this asymmetric three-dimensional piece will adorn either an outfit or the hair like a ribbon of light.

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Creations inspired by the Maison’s heritage With these luminous new creations, the Maison is renewing a tradition that has inspired it ever since its foundation: White High Jewelry. Fashionable during the Art Deco era and the 1950s and 1960s, this style combines the glitter of diamonds with that of precious metal – either white gold or platinum. Van Cleef & Arpels has reinterpreted it over time, resulting in such emblematic collections as Snow Flake, Olympia, Palmyre or À Cheval. — Glittering diamonds — Since its foundation in 1906, the Maison has established a reputation for selecting stones that instill a unique emotion. For its creations, Van Cleef & Arpels chooses gems of the highest quality. Both central stones and paving are subjected to the same rigorous attention to detail: the diamonds – graded D, E or F for color and IF to VVS2 for clarity – form a harmony, endowing the pieces with remarkable intensity. MilliOnAir

The elegance of the Snow Flake collection comes to life with this necklace, a homage to the world of couture. Its curved lines of round diamonds trace out an ethereal Claudine collar adorned with sparkling snow flake motifs. The setting – entirely articulated and crafted in openwork – suggests delicate lace, gracefully caressing the contours of the neck. To provide varied styling options, the necklace’s main motif can be worn alone, as a pendant on a chain.

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In keeping with Van Cleef & Arpels’ tradition of transformable jewelry, this sparkling necklace can be worn in up to nine different ways to suit any mood. Thanks to discreet fastenings, its various elements can form three bracelets and six types of necklace, from a choker with a single strand of diamonds to a two- or three-row necklace. On each side of the piece, twin half moon-shaped jewelry motifs link these delicate streams of diamonds. The creation’s fully articulated structure enables it to gently hug the neck or wrist, like freshly fallen snow flakes. #VCAsnowflake @VanCleefArpels

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MilliOnAir | Fashion Update

London Fashion Week Men's The Highlight Reel By Fashion Contributor Ross Pollard

Men’s Week, a new venue beckoned at Truman Brewery on Brick Lane but the same frosty mornings and chilly evenings awaited, I was ready for some hot fashion, and so it was that I found myself doing the rounds searching out the best shows for MilliOnAir.

Bobby Abley Always fun, always playful and usually with a nod to nostalgia for childhood, Bobby Abley didn’t disappoint. This season it was Pokemon and as ever the balance between crazy and sublime was balanced perfectly in a collection that popped and bounced, we even had one of the most famous names on the catwalk, PIKACHUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUU, as for which of the looks you’d want, well to quote a certain show “gotta catch them all”.

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C2H4 This collection had a nod to the apocalyptic industrial, layered and patched fabrics built up to intense looks that while aggressive in shape and cut were softened by gentle colouring. This was a collection that was completely at home with the stark concrete walls of the former brewery, an interesting take on futurism.

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Christopher Raeburn Reuse, recycle, Raeburn is the motto and once again the huge crowd for one of the most anticipated shows of the weekend wasn’t disappointed. Raeburn is living breathing proof that ethical sustainable fashion can be a thing of beauty. The relaxed style of Raeburn is about wearable but stylish, building outfits out of multiple garments that build to a chic crescendo, he just keeps getting better.

Phoebe English All hail The Queen, it’s no secret that I’m an absolute #PhoebeFanatic and her show in the BFC’s Discovery Lab was her last as a NEWGEN sponsored designer. The simple pared back elegance that she’s become known for has made sure that as she moves on to the next stage of her career the collections will keep coming. As I watched the looks pass by, I realised I’m going to be broke pretty soon, but it’s going to be a well-dressed broke.

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Private Policy Last season Private Policy came, saw and conquered with their collection at The Strand, this season that reputation has only been enhanced. The was a collection that took in the full wardrobe, laid back denims and tees mixed with sharp suits and statement coats, whatever the fashion question Private Policy have provided the answer.

Pronounce

Wood Wood

Great tailoring, perfectly cut lines and pops and flashes of colour against the muted played against full on blocks of tone.

The Wood Wood collection is an interesting one for me, while many associate any type of fashion week with high end couture, in the last few seasons Wood Wood have presented collections of the eminently wearable, these are looks and twenty something guy should lust after.

This is a collection that’s a street stopper,people will look. It’s not often after so many seasons that I put the phone away, lean back and just enjoy the show, but Pronounce was one of those occasions.

This is fashion as a real-world aesthetic and for me it’s high time we made sure that it’s celebrated as much as part of our fashion language as and stereotyped notion of what fashion really is.

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MilliOnAir | The MilliOnAir Shoot

Classic Girl! A dash of colour and diamonds for Spring. How to wear the most beautiful dresses and gems

By Fashion & Jewellery Director Marcella Martinelli

Team: Photographer: Benjamin Kaufmann Fashion & jewellery director: Marcella Martinelli Makeup: Ruby Hammer @ Angeli &Co using Vichy Skincare Hair: Olivier Lebrun using L’OREAL Professionnel TECNI ART Model: Jennifer K at www.lindenstaub.com

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GRAFF necklace & earrings set in white gold and diamonds. Dress by Andrew GN

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GRAFF Diamond earrings, bracelet and Swirl ring. JUMP Black and white floral print silk one shoulder trouser jumpsuit Bruce Oldfield. Gina shoes Celine in red Varnish

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De Beers Albert Bridge Earrings Thames Path Necklace & Phenomena Glacier 7- row bracelet all set in white gold and diamonds. Dress Isabell Kristensen

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Chopard earrings from the Precious Lace collection featuring blue sapphires and diamond, set in white gold. Cuff bracelet from the Red Carpet collection featuring sapphires, set in titanium and ring from the Precious Lace collection featuring blue sapphires and diamond, set in white gold. Dress Malan Breton

Catherine Best Cascade necklace and earrings with diamonds set in white gold. Silk dress Andrew Gn

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Moussaieff Jewellers High jewellery double hoop earrings with diamonds, set in platinum. High jewellery necklace with diamonds, set in platinum. Jacket Ong-Oaj Pairam with Swarovski stones embellishment Skirt Georgia Hardinge

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Moussaieff Jewellers High jewellery double hoop earrings with diamonds, set in platinum. Jacket Ong-Oaj Pairam with Swarovski stones embellishment.

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Adler necklace in white gold set with diamonds set with one cushion cut amethyst and one-half moon cut diamond and diamonds all around. Ring in white gold set with one cushion cut amethyst two half moon cut diamonds and diamonds. Dress Roksanda

GRAFF necklace & earrings set in white gold and diamonds. Dress Andrew GN

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Adler Necklace "Kandinsky" in white gold set with pear-shaped rubies and diamonds. Earrings "Kandinsky" in white gold set with "Pigeon Blood" Burmese pearshaped rubies pear-shaped rubies and diamonds. Georgie Shirt & Georgie Trousers Temperley London Shoes Gina Celine in red Varnish

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The Cover Photographer

Benjamin Kaufmann

Born and raised near Munich, Germany, Benjamin Kaufmann is a London based fashion and beauty photographer. He grew up in an artistic environment his father being a photographer and his mother running her own graphic design agency. This artistic feeling runs through when working on a shoot with Benjamin everything is fluid, organic and incredibly harmonious which is conductive to a fantastic atmosphere. After completing his training as a Graphic Designer and spending several years assisting leading German photographers, Benjamin moved to London to study for his Master of Arts at the Central Saint Martins College of Arts & Design. Since 2005, Benjamin has been working as a freelance photographer in London, Germany and Spain. Besides his work in Fashion and Beauty, Benjamin regularly dedicates time to work for charitable causes. He has had the honour of working for the Kang Yung Foundation that supports education in rural China and the German/Austrian organization Menschen für Menschen that has been operating effectively in Ethiopia since 1981. Since 2012 he’s been collaborating with the Austrian Concordia organisation who is working in Romania, the Republic of Moldova and Bulgaria. His work is featured in magazines such as Elle, Glamour, The Guardian, Harrods Magazine, Jolie Germany, L’Optimum, Madame,Figaro, Marie Claire,Streets Tatler, Vogue, 125 Magazine, MilliOnAir to name a few and his campaign for companies such as Aveda, Bordelle, Dr. Hauschka, Fila, Mappin & Webb, Maybelline, Monsoon, Swarovski is equally impressive. www.benjaminkaufmann.com

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Maje Ruffle Trim Dress

Fabiana Filippi Maxi Skirt

Jimmy Choo Amely 80 Leather Wedges Heidi Klein Super Mini Savannah Tote Bag Mansur Gavriel Mini Mini Leather Bucket Bag Armani Eye Tint Smoky Neutrals

3.1 Phillip Lim Layered Bomber Jacket

DIOR Diorskin Nude Luminizer Powder FENTY BEAUTY Match Stix Trio

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A L E X E A G L E by Felicities PR

Alex Eagle is bringing new energy to the European retail scene with her refined, offbeat aesthetic. The creative director fuses elements of the gallery, home and store to create innovative retail and coworking spaces, with outposts in London, Berlin and the Cotswolds.

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Driven by a fascination for timeless objects and fashion that celebrates craftsmanship and design over transient trends, Eagle has filled her Lexington Street store with a curated edit of the best fashion, furniture, art, design, photography, ceramics, rare books and other unique curiosities.

Eagle began her career at Tank and Harper’s Bazaar magazines, and worked in PR for British fashion label and retailer Joseph. She made her name in retail as creative director of her eponymous luxury concept store, Alex Eagle Studio, which opened in 2014 blending fashion, lifestyle, elements of a gallery and the warmth of a private home. Driven by a fascination for timeless objects and fashion that celebrates craftsmanship and design over transient trends, Eagle has filled her Lexington Street store with a curated edit of the best fashion, furniture, art, design, photography, ceramics, rare books and other unique curiosities. In 2015, Eagle launched her eponymous collection of luxurious modern essentials. Inspired by the simplicity of classic menswear, she designs a line of timeless garments with a focus on fabric, fit, wearability and ease, that work as their own uniform or in harmony with an existing wardrobe. The collection has borne a series of collaborations with specialist brands and artists including renowned Jermyn Street tailor New & Lingwood, luggage maker Swaine Adeney Brigg, blazer experts Blazè Milano and artist-turnedjewellery-designer Agnes Hay. Alongside this, Eagle oversees The Store, which opened its flagship space inside Soho House in Berlin in 2014, and its second outpost in Soho Farmhouse in Oxfordshire the following year. Her extensive side projects include a seat on the Serpentine Gallery’s Future Contemporaries Committee and work for Women for Women International, hosting the 2016 She Inspires Me Car Boot Sale at the Brewer Street Carpark. In 2016, Eagle was included in the illustrious BoF 500, Business of Fashion’s professional index of the people shaping the global fashion industry. MilliOnAir

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MilliOnAir | Delux Edit

byFashion & Jewellery Director Marcella Martinelli

WAT CH /w t / a small timepiece worn typically on a strap on one's wrist. "my watch had stopped" synonyms: timepiece, chronometer, small clock, timer; wristwatch, pocket watch, fob watch, digital watch, stopwatch "Harvey looked at his watch and said ‘Time to get ready’" Read on for the Watch Delux Edit... MilliOnAir

BREITLING COMMEMORATES THE GOLDEN ERA OF COMMERCIAL AVIATION WITH A CAPSULE COLLECTION OF OUTSTANDING CHRONOGRAPHS – THE NAVITIMER 1 AIRLINE EDITIONS

NAVITIMER 1 B01 CHRONOGRAPH 43 SWISSAIR EDITION

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Breitling played an important role in the golden era of aviation, helping crews track the full range of calculations related to navigation. The brand has now created a capsule collection of Navitimer 1 Airline Editions that commemorate the most emblematic airlines of that time. The collection is being launched, appropriately, with the Navitimer 1 B01 Chronograph 43 Swissair Edition, which will be followed by timepieces celebrating other important airlines of a very special era.

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Big Bang Paraiba For the first time ever, a watchmaker has decorated a watch with the turquoise brilliance of a cuprian elbaite. Hublot has electrified its Big Bang with the naturally vibrant and intense colours of the Paraíba Tourmaline, a stone whose rarity can only be fully appreciated when learning that, on average, a single Paraíba Tourmaline is mined for every 10,000 diamonds. MilliOnAir

Classic Fusion AeroFusion Chronograph Orlinski Red Magic The Classic Fusion Aerofusion Chronograph Orlinski has been paired with Hublot's patented red ceramic. The colour of life and of passion, red evokes Richard Orlinski's first Born Wild Crocodile sculpture. Created in 2004, it features this vivid and powerful shade of red, which has since gone on to become the most recognisable colour in his menagerie.

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Classic Fusion Tourbillon Orlinski Produced with the visual artist Richard Orlinski, the new Classic Fusion Tourbillon carves out a creation that is as sculptural as it is free, with a wide bevelled case that unveils structured mechanics. In sapphire, King Gold or ceramic, this three-dimensional watch displays modernity in all of its facets. MilliOnAir

Strap collection Ever the innovator, Hublot has added eight stylish new straps for the Big Bang to its revolutionary One Click interchangeable strap collection. The watch manufacture has teamed up with Bischoff, embroiderers par excellence based in St. Gallen, to create six embroidered straps in a range of arresting colours. To these are added two new Cuddly Cuffs in Orylag.

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Big Bang Unico White 42mm Elegant, minimalist and refined, the Big Bang 42 mm is dressed all in white for a relaxed and timeless look. Its size and colour make it equally at home in men's or women's wardrobe. In 2018, Hublot launched the Big Bang Unico 42 mm, a new diameter that opened up the world of unisex watches to the brand. Dressed entirely in white, symbol of unity and harmony and the perfect match for any colour.

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Happy Sport Oval Chopard revives the first bracelet of its iconic watch For the timeless and playful Happy Sport watch, perpetual self-reinvention is an expression of supreme elegance. The feather-light, perfectly adjusted proportions of its impeccable and distinctive oval shape are now rendered even more feminine by pairing them with the original “galet”bracelet adorning the very first watch in this iconic collection, back in 1993. It once again testifies to the in-house skills cultivated by Chopard and expressed in this talisman watch whose slender elegance echoes the gentle easy-going charm embedded at the heart of Happy Sport.

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Beating steadily inside, like a secret form of luxury, is a selfwinding movement developed and crafted by the Maison.

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L.U.C XPS Twist QF An original angle on Haute Horlogerie The chic aura exuded by contemporary gentlemen is based on respect for rules, as well as refined transgression of the latter. With its offset small seconds appearing at 7 o’clock, a signature feature of the Twist series within the L.U.C collection. The L.U.C XPS Twist QF in ethically certified “Fairmined” white gold – issued in a 250-piece limited edition – opts for controlled eccentricity and elegant asymmetry. A slim fit on the wrist, rich textures, high-quality production and an ethical dimension: nothing is lacking here, not even a touch of extravagance.

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PILOT’S WATCH CHRONOGRAPH TOP GUN EDITION “MOJAVE DESERT”

PILOT’S WATCH DOUBLE CHRONOGRAPH TOP GUN CERATANIUM

IWC SCHAFFHAUSEN Pilot Watch With a clear focus on technology and development, the Swiss watch manufacturer IWC Schaffhausen has been producing timepieces of lasting value since 1868. The company has gained an international reputation based on a passion for innovative solutions and technical ingenuity. One of the world’s leading brands in the luxury watch segment, IWC crafts masterpieces of Haute Horlogerie at their finest, combining supreme precision with exclusive design. As an ecologically and socially responsible company, IWC is committed to sustainable production, supports institutions around the globe in their work with children and young people, and maintains partnerships with organisations dedicated to environmental protection.

PILOT’S WATCH AUTOMATIC TOP GUN

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Golden beauties The allure of gold is undeniable, its rich tone and supreme adaptibility have always inspired artists and artisans. It was in 1957 that Piaget committed to working exclusively in the noble metals — gold and platinum — and the 60 years since that commitment have created a deep reservoir of unmatched goldsmithing expertise and design acumen at the Maison. At the 2019 Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie, Piaget showcases its in-house savoirfaire with exceptional gold timepieces and new decorative techniques.

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Blancpain's Traditional Chinese Calendar is a watchmaking masterpiece combining the fundamental principles of the age-old lunisolar calendar stemming from Chinese tradition with the date according to the Gregorian calendar. To celebrate Chinese New Year, the Manufacture is unveiling a new limited edition of this Complication featuring the pig, which concludes the cycle of the twelve signs of the zodiac and heralds a year of abundance.

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EDITORS PICK

RODIAL Soft Focus Glow Drops Achieve an enviable lit look with Rodial Soft Focus Glow Drops, an enhanced serum that’s both skincare and makeup for achieving a brighter, more radiant complexion. The next generation in makeup, this serum will help ensure skin glows. These drops contain antioxidant ingredients that promote a naturally healthy complexion as well as creating a smooth canvas for the application of makeup. Illuminated and nourished, the skin will look and feel radiant. Rodial Soft Focus Glow Drops can be used on their own to create a naturally beautiful softfocus, dewy complexion. Featuring light-diffusing properties, the drops contribute towards a luminous and flawless finish.

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/'bju ti/ a combination of qualities, such as shape, colour, or form, that pleases the aesthetic senses, especially the sight. "I was struck by their beauty'' Read on for BEAUTY LIFESTYLE and MORE...

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MilliOnAir | A pioneer in beauty

''Beauty to me is not just cosmetic. I know looks can be enhanced with beauty products, but true beauty is a reflection of an inner spirit. It is ageless and full of grace – not perfect. You know when you are in its presence and it uplifts you. Beauty is simply being kind and confident.”

Ruby Hammer

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Having worked in the beauty industry for over 25 years Ruby is one of the best-known and most respected makeup artists in the world. Throughout her career Ruby has had a pioneering influence on the fashion and beauty industries. From haute couture on the catwalks of Paris, New York and Milan working with John Galliano, Jasper Conran and Ghost, to exotic Beauty shoots with world renowned photographers she has inspired looks and contributed editorial expertise for all the leading magazines including Vogue, Elle, Harpers Bazaar and Marie Claire. Ruby’s unrivalled expertise and experience has led her to being asked to launch products, advise on new looks and train personnel for Estee Lauder, Clarins, Clinique, Aveda and Revlon. Ruby’s TV appearances include The Clothes Show, BBC Style Challenge, Britain’s Next Top Model, GMTV, This Morning and Channel 4’s ’10 Years Younger’ where she was the resident make-up artist for 3 series. Her vast experience incorporates numerous advertising campaigns for international brands such as Oil of Olay, Pantene and Head and Shoulders. Ruby also appeared on Lorraine as the resident make up artist and beauty expert for the ‘Youthful You’ campaign. As a pioneer in the beauty industry Ruby was instrumental in the UK launches of some of the most influential brands in health and beauty including Aveda, L’Occitane, Tweezerman and

Mister Mascara. Building on her successes within the beauty industry Ruby joined forces with Millie Kendall in 1998 to establish the award winning Ruby & Millie make-up brand pioneering affordable luxury cosmetics, followed by the teenage focused range Scarlett & Crimson.

A culmination of her careers work came in 2007 when she was awarded an MBE for her long standing contribution to the cosmetics industry. Ruby loves spending quality time at home in Maida Vale where she tries to meditate at least twice a day to help relax and de-stress. She also enjoys reading books and magazines, especially when travelling extensively for work or on holiday. www.rubyhammer.com MilliOnAir

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MilliOnAir | Beauty

So many reasons we love

Makeup London based luxury brand Rodial was founded by former Beauty Editor, Maria Hatzistefanis in 1999. Rodial products are formulated using high-performance, innovative ingredients. From the bestselling Dragon’s Blood collection to highly concentrated Booster Drop range, every product delivers instant results with longlasting benefits. Each collection has been engineered to offer targeted solutions to specific skin concerns, ranging from inflammation and dehydration to a lack of radiance and the advanced signs of aging.

carefully formulated to produce the best immediate results. After years of working wth celebrity makeup artists and picking up the best backstage tips, Maria then saw the opportunity to take Rodial to the next level and created the ultimate sculpting makeup collection designed to enhance natural beauty for a flawless, professionallooking finish.

An authority in beauty following her years as an international journalist, Maria Hatzistefanis founded Rodial in 1999 after seeing a gap in the market for high performance skincare offering targeted, results-driven treatments. The brand has an extensive celebrity following and global reach with presence in 35 countries worldwide. Pairing world-class anti-ageing ingredients with groundbreaking innovation, Rodial products are highperformance skincare essentials to address a range of skin concerns. Utilising unique and powerful ingredients such as bee venom and dragon's blood, all products have been MilliOnAir

I am very proud to have revolutionised the skincare market since 1999 with high tech skincare and innovative make up collections - Maria Hatzistefanis

Don’t think outside the box. Think like there is no box - Maria Hatzistefanis

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MilliOnAir | Beauty Exclusive

Ciona is one of the most respected beauty experts in the industry. As a hair and make-up artist she's worked on red-carpet premieres, photo shoots and music videos. Her clients have won Oscars, Grammys and Olympic Golds. Applying her favourite sentiment – Beauty, Health, Happiness – to every aspect of her life, she knows that true radiance isn't just about concealer and lippy. It comes from the heart.

BEAUTY HEALTH HAPPINESS by Beauty Expert Ciona Johnson-King

Here Ciona brings us her top beauty buys of the moment...all of which the team in the office here have used and are totally in LOVE with!

My gorgeous client and friend Teri Hatcher, wearing PerriconeMD ‘No Lipstick’ lipstick, Marc Jacobs (Grape) Vine eyeliner and Balance Me Tri-Molecular Hyaluronic Serum.

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PerriconeMD No Makeup Lipstick £22.50 In this age of information overload, I often feel like overwhelmed with decision making (sometimes just from choosing what to wear in the morning!) With that it mind, I love the bravery of renowned skincare range Perricone MD and their lipstick. You see, there’s just one. Yes, you read that right! You don't have to chose from matt, satin, glossy, opacity or shade. Their 'No Makeup Lipstick' is a lovely everyday solid-to-serum formula that delivers a universally flattering rosy tone, plus has neuropeptides to restore fullness and suppleness. So simple even Marie Kondo would approve!

Suqqu Colour Ink Liquid Liners £25 Suqqu is a Japanese brand known for its precision and elegance. This Spring/Summer they're launching Colour Ink Liquid Liners with a Stretch Fit Polymer water resistant formula and a fine felt tip brush. The range includes your ‘wardrobe basics’ shades: Black, Brown plus limited editions of Forest Green with a matte finish and Shine Gold with a pearlescent sheen.

Jacobs Fineliner Ultra Skinny Gel Eye Crayon Eyeliner £20 New for spring, Marc Jacobs Beauty have added these limited edition colours to their Ultra Skinny Gel Eyeliners. The gel formula allows for easy application and sets to last the day. Perfect for the waterline and amongst the lash roots. Try an alternative to the safety of black or brown liners and enjoy how much sparkle these colours can bring to the eyes. Shades include: (Grape)vine, Steel(Etto) and Dove(Affair).

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Fenty Beauty Pro Filt'r Instant Retouch Concealer £19 Rihanna's Fenty Beauty range focuses on 'traditionally hard to match skin tones' and with that in mind she's just launched 50 shades of Pro Filt'r Instant Retouch Concealer. A creamy, longwear crease proof liquid formula that takes care of those eye bags. In the words of RiRi herself, I’ll drink to that!

BEAUTY HEALTH HAPPINESS Wild Nutrition Hyaluronic Acid £40.00 It can be a battle to keep skin soft and subtle so why not try hyaluronic acid - a key factor in helping the skin retain water. It's hugely popular in topical treatments but it can also be taken in tablet form. These vegan tablets may be beneficial for all ages but as levels of hyraluronic acid decline over the age of 50 they should help give a little extra bounce to mature skin too.

Balanceme Tri-Molecular Hyaluronic Serum £30.00 Just when you think you're across hyaluronic hydration, multiple molecule weight come into play! Thankfully Balanceme have simplified things by creating this one vegan product that delivers three forms of hyaluronic acid to penetrate deep replenishing the skin and medium to heavier weight molecules to plump, smooth and elasticise the surface too.

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Omoroviczia Acid Fix £85.00 Anyone who thinks vegan skincare isn't powerful should try this! Omoroviczia acid fix is an extremely effective overnight treatment that combines acids (glycolic, salicylic and lactic) with other powerful ingredients to exfoliate, brighten, plump and replenish the skin. Use it just a few times a week and follow with your moisturiser.

GHD Glide £125 Who doesn’t love a ‘good hair day’? Thankfully GHD are making them a lot easier with their brand new glide. This time saving, hair styling, hot brush has an anti-static ioniser sending negative charges to the hair to combat static and frizz. The long outer bristles are cool to the touch allowing you to style directly from the root, whilst the inner ceramic coated bristles heat to 185° for glossy smooth hair.

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How to Detox for Power Energy and Health by Bridget Hancock

ith the promise of clear skin, sparkling eyes, more energy, increased concentration and a flat stomach, a detox is perfect to prepare for a date, a beach holiday or just to feel better following a series of heavy nights.

Scientifically detoxification can contribute towards better protein synthesis, less mucous congestion and an improved immune system. The ability of our body to detoxify is critical importance to overall health. However detoxing isn’t just a matter of fasting or filling up on juice. There is a process we need to follow in order to get the best results and I put it to the test. To establish the benefits of detoxification and repopulation of the gut, Atlas Biomed offered me 2 Microbiome Tests, (home test kits) to establish the ability of my bacteria to synthesise vitamins, determine what areas as a flexitarian (vegan with some fish) I needed to improve my diet as well as determine my probiotics and beneficial bacteria level before and after the program. I chose to repopulate the small intestine with the best live culture I could find, a 200 billion live kefir bacteria from Rhythm Health and consume a 5day vegetable Juice cleanse from C-Press, before retesting to see what difference it made.

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Step 1. Prepare Exit. Prior to detox it is advisable to ensure exit passages are clear so toxins can leave the body. A detox moves pollutants in to the blood stream as fat stores are used up (toxins are usually dumped in fat cells) and it is important these toxin levels remain low and leave our system quickly. At least one bowel movement a day is required and if this is not so then I recommend you take Psyllium husks which must be taken with lots of water or some prunes for a week before to clear the system. Dry skin brushing is also advisable to allow toxins to leave our skin especially during periods of strenuous exercise. Step 2. Prepare the Organs. The kidneys and liver need to be prepared for the workload prior to the start of the detox week. For the kidneys; 2 cups of 500 ml of warm water with ½ lemon squeezed on rising for a week prior to detox, and for the liver, Milk thistle (420g capsules) and a daily cup of Dandelion root tea or coffee is advisable. (Ensure Dandelion root coffee doesn’t contain sugar) Step 3. Repopulate Gut. Most of us have had antibiotics, paracetamol or ibuprofen, gluten containing grains and alcohol which contribute to Leaky gut. Leaky gut creates gut dysbiosis which compromises detoxification capability by depleting the bacteria strains active in detoxification and overloading the liver with the by-products of detoxification. Simply this produces holes in the wall of the small intestine which allows toxic by-products to pass into our bloodstream rather than continuing through the 5-meter digestive tract to be eliminated from the body. Rhythm health have a 200 billion live coconut kefir culture fermented with a synergistic order of microorganisms to flood the gut with live bacteria. The reason we need so much bacteria is our standard western diet helps us feed our sugar loving bacteria and the bacteria that extracts the vitamins from fruit and vegetables are overrun so we need to put a large number of troops in to battle in order for them to survive against the sugar loving bacteria and we have to feed them fibre. For the weekend prior to the commencement of my detox I only consumed fruit and vegetables, as raw as was possible and the live 200 Rhythm kefir shot each morning which I continued for the next 5 days of the Juice cleanse. This gave my probiotics lots of fibre to feed on.

Step 4. Juice Selection. I recommend vegetable Juice fasting for detox because they are easily absorbable and support an alkaline environment in what is often an acidic body due to meat, dairy, sugar and processed foods. Juices have lots of nutrients that are not destroyed by cooking and they allow the body to detoxify more slowly lessening the burden on the liver. Fruit and vegetables should not be mixed in the juice with the exception of apples carrots and cucumber which are interchangeable and CPRESS have a great line of cold pressed certified organic cleansing juices for this purpose. Including detox waters, liver support, gut healing and electrolytes, gently increasing the green juices by day 3 onwards. Results. My body felt great taking the probiotics, I felt my digestion had sped up and the juices were really well balanced gradually dropping in calories as the week went on so I didn’t feel hungry. On day 3 the green juices pushed my energy to a different level, my stomach felt flat and I powered through my workout, with quick recovery and finished the day feeling revitalised. I was convinced this was undoubtably the best juice detox I had done. However, the second microbiome test would show if there was truly an improvement and this I left for another week to allow my gut to rebalance after being flooded with nutrients and bacteria. Results came in from Atlas on an easy to read dashboard where I learnt the state of my bacteria, what I was missing and how it affected my absorption from foods, and tips to improve my health. Most importantly I learnt that prior to the detox I was not synthesising vitamins B 5 and B7 meaning the health of my immune system, hair and nails were compromised. My microbiome was graded at 6 out of 10. Following the 7 days of juices and probiotics and an extra week to settle, my microbiome had shifted to 8/10 and my body had the bacteria to synthesise all the vitamins I needed. On top of this I had the added bonus of clear eyes and toned skin, added energy, clarity and a few less pounds. Furthermore I want to reach 10 out of 10 so I won’t hesitate to do it again in Spring! Please note it is important to ease back in to eating with some steamed vegetables for the first two days so as not to overload the digestive system and if you are on any medication you must discuss with your healthcare provider before undergoing a Detox.

With a little mindfulness and self love our bodies will carry us through to party and live a full and vibrant life. Bridget Hancock BSc Pharmacology Physiology,Yoga teacher and currently in her final year of Naturopathic Nutrition will be hosting the next retreat 29th May-2nd June Mykonos

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| SKINCARE | AESTHETICS | BEAUTY Q&A by Beauty Editor Steven Smith

MilliOnAir presents the King and Queen of the aesthetic world - Doctor Ioannis Liakas and Vicky Grammatikopoulou. Their clients include celebrities, top models - and even royalty. Ioannis is a fellow of the Royal College of Physicians, senior lecturer at Queen Mary’s Medical School and an associate member of the British College of Aesthetic Medicine. Before moving into the business side of aesthetics, Vicky was a teacher trainer and university lecturer. Together they are Vie Aesthetics, and run leading clinics in Harley Street, Germany and Southend. My mum insists on going to Belgium to have her aesthetic treatment. She says spending a few days there means no one suspects she is having anything done and it is cheaper. My sister and I added it up and with the train and stay it is far from cheaper and we do not like the results. The doctor suggests a lower face lift next, she is only 42 there must be something simpler at her age. What would you advise? Mandy Moore Islington I would hazard at a guess your mother being only 42, is too young for a lower surgical face lift. Obviously, I would have to see her for a consultation and then take it from there. A few suggestions for your mother that would give her results (for the lower face) close to surgery would be HIFU (high frequency focused ultrasound). The results of that can be further enhanced by threads, collagen stimulating fillers, and many more options. Finally, on the going abroad issue; we would advise against that, as if there are any possible complications after surgery, they can understandably be better and quicker dealt with in the UK, rather than your mother having to travel back and forth.

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Please can you suggest what I can do, my husband sweats buckets, no deodorant seem to work. He has barely put his work shirt on when he's wet under the arms. It is so embarrassing when he is giving a talk, he feels like a river is running down from his under arms. I have heard that there are aesthetics treatments that help. Dawn Spencer Maidenhead A very effective treatment for excessive axillary sweating (medical term: hyper hydrosis) is Botox. The treatment relieves patients from all embarrassment of excessive arm pit sweating, it is a relatively fast, efficient and effective procedure. Results last for up to 6 months. It is offered at our clinics, please book in for more information or a no fee consultation. How many times a year should I have Botox? My first time was in September and for the first two weeks I had to apologise to clients as my face seemed to lack empathy, you could however see results but after that it seemed back to normal and there was really no difference. My friend said you need to go often to get good results. What are your thoughts? Antonio Marckell Camden If administered correctly by a medical professional Botox lasts 3-4 months and then a further treatment is required in order to maintain the effects. Of course, the Botox effect and the duration differs from person and it depends on many factors, such as lifestyle, sun exposure, smoking, etc... generally we suggest that your Botox treatments should be at least 8 weeks apart in order for you not to develop resistance. For further info and treatment please feel free to book

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My friend is getting married and she has asked me to be a bride’s maid. I was so excited until I saw the bride’s maid dress, it is so unforgiving and short sleeved. I have bingo wings a less than a flat tummy and the other bride’s maids are younger. The wedding is in May, I am back on the lighter life diet but please do you have a miracle to help me. Victoria Desmond, Richmond Victoria If you are on a balanced nutrition and if you started exercising you will certainly see results, but it might take several months until you start noticing them. We can help with the following methods: A) Fat freezing (cryolipolysis) for stubborn areas of fat such as tummy, bingo wings, thighs with quick results developing further for 3 months B) HIFU, for larger areas of fat deposits (whole length of thigh, buttocks, upper and lower tummy) C) endopeel; injections to tighten and rejuvenate skin in various areas such as bingo wings, buttocks, etc... Or combination of the above We would like to see you for a free consultation, and we would love to create the best package for you to explore the best possible outcome for you

I am thinking off having plexr done this year for my upper eye lids that are turning into tents. But I was told I may need three to four treatments when I added it up, I might as well go see cosmetic doctor have it done by them its only one treatment and over and done. I am 32 what are the benefits of plexr over the real deal? Susie Park, Dubai PlexR does not require cutting the skin, hence there is no scarring. It is a dynamic procedure and therefore it all looks symmetrical at the end of the procedure . The downtime is much less after the Plexr procedure. And finally, even with 3 sessions it is significantly less expensive than surgery. We can explain all this to you in great detail and please feel free to book a free consultation.

The Aqua Facial Vie Aesthetics in Cyprus. Vicky has the Aqua Facial at BREATH Medical, the Vie Aesthetics Partner Clinic in Cyprus. To book a FREE consultation, call 07899673578 0r 02071646140 or book online HERE.

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Dr Liakas offers free nocommitment consultations and follow-up appointments. He always takes time to listen to your concerns and questions and is thorough in explaining all about the procedures. Dr Liakas always aims for optimal, natural-looking results using only top-of-therange products and combinations of treatments to achieve the best possible outcomes.

Vicky promotes a holistic approach to the issues of image and confidence and in this endeavour, she ensures that the experience of our clients is a positive and empowering one.

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MilliOnAir | Finest in Beauty

Olivier LeBrun HAIRSTYLIST & ENTREPRENEUR

Oliver Lebrun is a multi functional freelance hair stylist and entrepreneur based in Paris. He has a wide range of skills which include not only styling hair, but also using the medium of film and video, with which he is totally at ease on all levels, technically, stylistically and in communication.

after artist. His clients include Chanel, Cartier, Shiseido, Armani, l'Oréal and international editions of Vogue, Numéro, Harpers Bazaar , Marie Claire, Glamour, Elle.

He spends his time between session hair styling, developing colors, textures and styles in his Atelier, working with clients at OLAB Paris – a boutique lab specialized in hair repair and detox – as well as taking care of celebrities from around the world. His knowledge and his talent make him a most sought

OLAB PARIS 5 Rue du Louvre75001 Paris, France 'OLAB PARIS n’a qu’un objectif ; permettre à chaque femme de réaliser son rêve de cheveux. Salon de coiffure parisien fondé par Olivier Lebrun, coiffeur studio à la renommée internationale, OLAB PARIS accueille ses clientes dans un salon privé situé 5 bis rue du Louvre en plein coeur de Paris. Le salon propose des services allant du soin à la coupe en passant par la coloration. Le plus d’OLAB PARIS? Des soins, des couleurs mais aussi des accessoires 100% sur mesure.'

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What does it take? byCelebrityEditorStevenSmith MilliOnAir presents a new column that lets you into the beauty secrets of the stars. This month international makeup artist and hairdresser Sherrie Warwick tells us how to look like Lady Victoria Harvey, the jet setting Fashion icon.

loral ever fresh hydrating light cream £29.00). I then started to contour Victoria’s face using (Rodial Instagram highlighting and contour powders both £52.00). Using a concealer under the eye area to hide any She is currently working on two movie projects. signs of tiredness - we had a very early start that Sherrie claims her success is down to keeping on morning (Bye Bye Undereye by IT Cosmetics. I then applied a flawless foundation with an top of the new looks and never giving up. airbrush (these are a fabulous way to apply a Creating Victoria’s vintage hair and makeup look flawless with great coverage speedy foundation, (I used a Mac airbrush foundation in NW30 for our Grace Chen Fashion shoot. £26.00). Using a Guerlain meteorites to set the As soon as I met Victoria, I just knew she was going to suit this beautiful hair and makeup look, foundation and add a light reflecting sheen to she is naturally very beautiful, and this make up her base makeup £29.50. For Victoria’s brows I used a Benefit Ka Brow to look is actually very simple to achieve with the enhance their natural shape £20.50 right products and a bit of practice. I added a touch more highlighter to really enhance her cheekbones and just on the outline I started by using a moisturizing cream to prep of her lips to create the illusion her skin I applied (Decleor Hydra Sherrie got her first job back on 1998 working at a major celebrity magazine. Her client list reads like a who’s who of fashion, movie and television world.

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of fuller lips, (this time using Ofra highlighter pillow talk £25.00). For Victoria’s eye make-up I added a very soft brown eyeshadow onto the crease line to create depth, then added a light gold eyeshadow over the whole eye lid up to the socket line ensuring to blend well into the crease line, I also added the brown eyeshadow just under her lower lashes to frame her eyes ( using Charlotte Tilbury Eyes to mesmerise colour Jean £22.00 this is such a beautiful product too, and MAC Eyeshadow in twinks for the crease line and under Lower lashes £14.00). I added the classic vintage black liquid liner - if you struggle applying this rest your little finger onto your face as you apply this will steady your hand and you’ll have better control over your brush I used ( Lancôme Grandiose Black Liquid eyeliner £23.00). I added a touch of waterproof mascara and some beautiful False lashes I love the Eyelure False lash range ( Eyelure Texture range no 153 in black £5.25) mascara Lancôme Hypnose Waterproof mascara - Black £25.00. I also added a touch of colour to the apples of Victoria’s cheeks (Mac blush powder in swoon £19.50). For her lips I wanted to create a beautiful classic red lip, starting with a lip pencil to outline and fill in the lips - this is great for ensuring long lasting lip colour then add your lipstick I used (Charlotte Tilbury Red Carpet Red £24.00 and Charlotte Tilbury Lip Cheat Lip Pencil Kiss-and tell £14.00). Victoria’s Classic Vintage hair… I really believe Beautiful Vintage hair is going to make a massive comeback as after all it has been the essence of beauty throughout the ages and I know Victoria loved her hair too. MilliOnAir

I used a good setting spray first all over the hair and allowed it to dry I used L’Oréal Tech ni Art Pli Thermo fixing spray £15.00 then using the tongs Babyliss 19mm £29.50 I sprayed a little hairspray to each section using Schwarzkopf Go to Be hairspray, curled the hair and pinned it to the head to allow to cool into the curl - this ensures lasting curls which is needed before a brush out. The Brush Out… After I’ve allowed 10-15 minutes for the curls to cool, I proceeded to brush the curls out to create the classic beautiful shape for brushing the curls out I love love love the Mason Pearson boar bristle brush £79.00. I added a little pomade to the hair too to smooth out the curl I used Lady Luck hair pomade £13.00.

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t Rener they don’t believe you should compromise on ethics, aesthetics or quality to look and feel good. That is why they produce their garments to the highest level of quality assurance with careful selection of production partners throughout the EU. Originally from Aalborg, Denmark, they are now designing from their studio in London, England. They source all their fabrics from a Green Energy Mill in Italy and for production they are utilising a Specialist outerwear Factory in Portugal.

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Tell me about your brand Rener Rener is a women’s outerwear brand that is not a typical fashion brand. We have 5 styles and that is it. All pieces are designed with care and intention. The style is minimal and the materials are technical, premium and great quality. The range consist of 5 different outerwear pieces that suit the different seasons of the year and are applicable to any place in the world. I wanted to be mindful of our costumers need to fully live in these styles whatever the climate or location.

The production line is 100% from EU. All the jackets including the materials are manufactured within the EU. It was important for me to know that the people who made the clothes were treated with the respect of a craftsman. We also work with a mill that use green energy and even the technical membrane in our styles is environmentally responsible.

As an extra quality all of the outerwear pieces are weather-proof. Our hero product is the Trencher. It is a wool coat made with a technical membrane that makes it Windproof, waterproof and breathable. You get all the qualities of a windbreaker and raincoat but in a wool coat. The brand is built on a sustainable and ethical foundation that ensures our production is safe and responsible. What made you steer into designing sustainable premium-outerwear? I think the sustainable part is just a given for any young brand these days. Fashion is by no means sustainable so when starting a brand today I think it is important to be as responsible as possible. I wanted to make a fashion brand that had purpose even after the seasonal expiration date had passed, so the product had to be viable and something you would invest in. I was always good a designing outerwear and it tied my two degrees in traditional fashion and sportswear together. I spent a long time thinking about what Rener should be and the only thing that made sense was outerwear, there was no other alternative. What is the process of ethically manufacturing your pieces? We do a small production run and have a storage that we sell from. It was the best solution for our start up and because I did not want to start a production that would ultimately end up in a sales bin or landfill. This is also why we don´t do sales. We believe in our product. MilliOnAir

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Who is the Rener customer? Anyone really. I have met so many of our customers now and it is such a thrill to see how different these ladies are. I had an idea about who I was designing for but to meet the actual muse is completely different experience in such a positive way. It is truly inspiring to see how different women of all body types look and live in the jackets.

It wasn’t until I realised that these campaigns were emotionally driven and that the organisations pushing them out obviously are in bad need of funding. The message is valid however I could not handle seeing anymore dead sea animals full of grocery bags and feeling guilty for not being able to make even more of an effort to help.

Being environmentally and humanely responsible is in my opinion extremely significant. I think it is important to stay true to your self and your values. Do the best you can by researching how the clothes you buy are manufactured make a choice if you think it is up to your own moral standard and then go with it. I don’t think anyone can ask What does your hashtag ‘Life without Compromise’ mean for more. to you? In regards to shopping I find it interesting because it It is the core of everything that Rener is and the life our seems to always be a double edge sword. Buying Ecoconsumers deserve. cotton to avoid pollution of the environment seems like a no brainer. However the environmental consequences for A Rener jacket is an investment in your lifestyle and in style. It is a promise to take you further in your daily life the extreme water consumption required in the production of a single eco-t-shirt is at 660 gallons of water and eliminate the feeling of not looking your best just and leads us down another difficult path. because the weather is not ideal. Typically the ladies who choose a Rener coat is aware of her own needs and knows what suit her style and life. She is not interested in another wardrobe filler, she wants quality and something she can trust to last for a long time.

I grew up in the Northern part of Denmark and the weather is always shifting. combine that with biking everywhere and wanting to look good at the same time. I always found my self either soaked and cold or with a huge bag to carry umbrellas or cover ups. It was not an elegant look and I know that I am not alone on not feeling gorgeous in a rainmac. With the technology in fabrics today I knew I could make something that would eliminate the issue of compromising on my style when I walked out the door in the morning. What advice would you give to people wanting to shop more sustainably? This is something I have been thinking about a lot. I do my absolute best to recycle, repurpose and reuse in my day to day life and my business but all I ever saw from social media etc. was that more could be done and I felt overwhelmed and sometimes even stressed or inadequate. Even though my efforts were really good. I fell down the black hole of eco guilt trip that is paddling around on social media.

The crux of it all is that most people will go for the ecocotton option and think it is the absolute best solution but when that £70 eco-cotton top shrinks in the first wash in is going in the bin anyway and so you are back to square one. Again, I would emphasise to find a way that you are comfortable with. look at the grand scheme of things. How big is the production? Where is it made? Can you reuse/resell it later on? and Buy less but better! My go to options are investment pieces, 2nd hand shopping and altering old styles. Even an old t-shirt can become a great dish rag. Whats next for Rener? I am planning a direction for Rener that takes this fashion brand away from the general concept of fashion and steer it into a more tech and collaborative orientation. With the climate of the fashion industry being shook by the millennials I think it is important to think long term.

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#POSITIVITY with

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POKER phenomenon PHIL HELLMUTH is the author of #POSITIVITY - an inspiring book which is giving brilliant advice to millions of people around the world. In his new and exciting column exclusively for Milli-On-Air Global Magazine, Phil asks a series of positive questions to a celebrity from the world of business, showbiz or sport every month. Here he puts the #POSITIVITY spotlight on an international, multi award-winning motivational speaker, YouTuber, author and child presenter INSPIRING VANESSA Edited by MilliOnAir Global Magazine Editor at large LAURIE STONE

What is your earliest memory of an act of positivity.... My earliest memory of an act of positivity is always wanting my mum to give money to a homeless people. I was always so concerned about why people were sleeping on the floor. As I got older, I learnt to understand that the floor was their bed and outside was there home. Why is Positivity as opposed to negativity important to you? Positivity has more importance than negativity as positive thinking and positive intuition will make an impact and go a long way. The more positively you think the more great things will be. The minute we fear, stress, or worry about something, bad things start to happen. So if we want good things to happen we must exclude negativity and increase our positivity.

Who has had the most positive influence in your life? The person who has made the most positive influence in my life is my mum. My mum is the role model and the aspirational definition of a good person. Not only has she taught me crucial life lessons but has also helped me understand them. Thats the way parents should nurture their children. Instead of just telling, make them understand, make them feel. My mum has supported through out my whole career and I love her with all my heart.

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What is the most positive piece of advice you pass on to people you meet.... The most positive advice I give to people when I meet them is “be confident and believe in your dreams” Being confident will help you get through in any circumstances in your life and believing in your dreams won’t happen without confidence! What is the most positive song on your play list. The most positive song on my playlist is Brave by Sara Bareilles, it has some touching and empowering lyrics and it uplifts me when I listen to it.

When I am older I would like to explore more into the art industry because I love art. I would still like to continue doing speaking all around the world and grow my YouTube channel as well as become a TV presenter/talk host and an actress and model.

How do you deal with negative people....

I deal with negative people by seeing the good in them. I believe it is too late to judge even when someone does so first. People may be unsupportive or negative because of their mindset or by their expectations. If I can’t change that then I must ignore as I can’t stop my career because of one person and their opinions. What is the most positive film you have watched... The most positive film that I have watched is A Wrinkle In Time because they share a message of becoming a warrior for the people you care for and how your thinking can impact everything you do. “A book, too, can be a star, “explosive material, capable of stirring up fresh life endlessly,” a living fire to lighten the darkness, leading out into the expanding universe.” ― Madeleine L'Engle, A Wrinkle in Time Do you get positivity from religion or spirituality.... I get my inspiration from spirituality, I haven’t particularly been raised with strict religious beliefs, however I believe in the universe. The universe determines what will occur in the future, and its guideline is everyone’s thoughts. How do you react positively to fear.... I deal with fear in a positive way. When something creates fear, stress, worry or a loss of hope I will think about the greatest outcomes of what I’m doing. As I am still a child, I do experience fearful or worrying emotions, but each and everyday, I learn how to deal with it. MilliOnAir

How do you react positively to fear.... I deal with fear in a positive way. When something creates fear, stress, worry or a loss of hope I will think about the greatest outcomes of what I’m doing. As I am still a child, I do experience fearful or worrying emotions, but each and everyday, I learn how to deal with it. Who is the most positive person in your life....

''My Mum" What is the key to you being resilient.... The key to me being resilient is thinking about my dreams and why I started my career in the first place. Whenever I feel like giving up, I always think about the opportunities I get, the people I help and the dreams I want to achieve! What is your inspirational catchphrase....

“InspireMotivate-Believe” If you could sit down with four positive people who would they be and what qualities would they bring.... If I could talk to 5 positive people, it would be Ellen Degeneres, Oprah Winfrey, Zendaya, Les Brown and Michelle Obama. Ellen Degeneres would bring the quality of generosity and why should give without wanting anything in return. Oprah would represent the qualities of wisdom and power. Zendaya shows the qualities of being confident and being comfortable in your own skin. Les Brown would motivate the people at the table and show the true purpose of life, and Michelle Obama would show the power of loyalty and bravery.

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What is the most positive piece of of advice you In what way have you felt loved in your life.... have been given - when, where and by whom.... I feel most loved when people tell me how I have When I started my speaking career, I met young helped them improve their self love and speaker called Caleb Maddix, and he told me that confidence. The feedback shows that all of my 80% people will not support you or understand hard work has a great and positive outcome. what you do, but the 20% will make you rich, loved and happy. If you were a superpower leader what positive act would you give to the world.... Where in the world are you in your most positive state.... If I was a superpower leader I would want everyone to be kind to each other, therefore we I’m in the most positive state, when I’m on stage wouldn’t have discrimination or violence. or in front of the camera. In both scenarios, when it happens I automatically feel confident, happy What time of the day do you find the most and I’m filled with excitement. positive.... If you could be known for one positive achievement in your life what would it be....

I am not really sure as it depends what I am doing that day, as I always say I am not really a morning person but if something exciting is coming up I I would want to be known, as a positive would wake up in a better mood. achievement, for creating a hotel for homeless people. What aspect of your own positivity or There has always been a very special place in my negativity would you change.... heart when it comes to helping the homeless. As a young person growing up I am always I believe everyone should be treated equally learning and evolving and as a motivational therefore I would like to make a Homeless Hotel! speaker I am spreading a positive message so I wouldn’t change anything just yet.

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ASK THE CHEAT Nicole With lead roles which includes Emmerdale, Casualty and Bad Girls, Nicole Faraday is an actress in demand. Her latest role is starring in the British comedy '' Ask The Cheat''. Which had its celebrity premier last month. She is also reprising her role on Bad Girls this month in the musical version.

well with ''Bad Girls'' the musical workshops. More recently I directed a full scale second year production of ''Bad Girls'' at the Institute of Arts Barcelona which was very rewarding. While I always feel a bit like I am "the wrong side of the table" as I was quite naughty at both school and college! I enjoy sharing my knowledge and enthusiasm for this career with actors and actresses of the future.

We absolutely loved your movie ''Ask The Cheat”, would you ever consider a career in teaching?

I always valued hearing from people who actually did for a living what I aspired to do when I was younger, and I think it is important to help the next generation. I am also I'm so glad you enjoyed it! As you can tell it was so much a mentor at PPA drama school, so I am there for advice fun to film...we had a real rapport. I have actually taught and help. masterclasses and workshops in several drama schools and universities, on both tv scripts and techniques. As MilliOnAir

Did you have a crush on a teacher at school? To be honest no! I always worked harder for teachers I liked and admired though, and particular teachers who saw through my naughty bravado and brought out the best in me!

I am really excited about it, I played the role through all the original workshops and cast recordings and am the only person to do every workshop and professional production bar one while also playing my role, Shell Dockley, on the DVD and west end album.

I am really looking forward to working with new production company RAB Productions in a new space Playing the lead in school plays. I always knew I wanted with their own take on a piece which is so close to my to be an actress. So, after school drama was my favourite heart. It is great to replay a role I last played at the Garrick theatre in the west end in 2007 and I am also part of school. really pleased to work with some great actors, a few of whom are friends from over the years-Rebecca Eastham Have you ever had a crush on a younger man? who was on Hollyoaks and Corrie recently is directing and I have often dated younger men and older ones too! To me co-starring as Nikki Wade. age means nothing, and this industry is so transient you get close to and become friends with all generations, there We are at Upstairs at the Gatehouse Theatre from 13th Feb till 3rd of March, and then transfer to the Severn is no natural "stepping stone progression" like in other careers so age seems less relevant, particularly in this day Theatre in Shrewsbury for the 5th and 6th March. and age. I often find it hard to tell people's age these days. What else are you up to in 2019? Maybe it is because I am old and in denial! What was your happiest school memory?

Well last week we had our London premiere of my feature film "Ask the Cheat" at the Piccadilly Vue and it had a Honesty, charisma, support, intelligence and "spark”. I really great reception it is on general release in April and don't have a type as such. Someone my friends and family there will no doubt be more promotion involved in that. I am also filming a small role in a biopic of Lawrence of can get on with is usually a good sign. Arabia in March, and have an exciting concert coming up in the spring with Chesney Hawkes that is yet to be Have you ever wanted to take revenge on a former announced, so watch this space! partner? What do you look for in a partner?

Yes. But life is too short. And the best revenge is to live your best life and be happy without them, I think. What is the most romantic thing someone could do for you?

Did you make any resolutions? No..I regularly try to better myself, but I don't do it at any particular time of year! Your parents are a huge inspiration to you they must be proud?

Something spontaneous but that shows they actually listened to what is important to me...I am a fan of grand gestures but only with heart not just cash behind them.

I am so lucky to have a very close and supportive family, they are very proud of me. It was particularly exciting for them when I played a doctor on Casualty for a series as they are all medical! think it is important to have close What is the biggest turn off in a person for you? people around you to ground you in this crazy world of Deceit and manipulation through insecurity. We are all in show-business. I am lucky to have fantastic supportive our own ways insecure but taking it out on your partner is friends too. not cool. You're reprising your role in Bad Girls for stage- tells us about it? MilliOnAir

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Who else is an inspiration? I think I am inspired every day by my friends and family my best friend Dianne Pilkington for example is a fabulous west end leading lady and working mum; I am lucky to be friends with people like Linda Riley who works tirelessly for the LGBT community, my friend Chris Wild who overcame adversity to write a best selling autobiography highlighting the abuse in the care system, my specialist nurse sister saves lived. The list goes on. Everyone is inspiring to me in different ways. You always look so glamorous what are your five top beauty tips? Ha I don't always feel glamorous, these are my top five right now... Spending time out in the fresh air by the sea away from hectic city life. A good night cream, I alternate between Lacura from Aldi! and Crème de la Mer. Less is more, I try not to plaster my face with makeup, as it can be aging to wear too much foundation etc, I focus on my eyes. Benefit "They're Real" mascara is the best I have found to really make your eyes pop. People always think I'm wearing falsies. I use a gold highlighter on my cheekbones and the inside corner of my eyes, which does the same job as but doesn't look as fake up close as contouring. I use "I Makeup" heart highlighters from Superdrug. It's been lovely chatting one last question you were on the DIVA power list last year that must be an honour how important is the LGBTQ community to you? A complete honour. As someone who identifies as bisexual myself and with many LGBTQ friends , as well as being a part of Bad Girls tv show which was one of the first prime time dramas to represent lesbian relationships for a mainstream audience and having performed on the women's stage at London Pride last year, I am so proud to be a part of this ever stronger community. We are a force to be reckoned with!

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SOMETIMES, THE BEST PLACE TO WALK IS WHERE EVERYONE ELSE IS RUNNING.

Hotels and Resorts When life feels perfect.

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JET CANDY Ladies and gentleman, get ready for take-off. This is going to be a great trip... By Co-Director Marcella Martinelli

Welcome to a new golden age of air travel with the bio-regulatory, all-natural, revolutionary answer to jet lag. Don’t take the time zone hit: take Jet-Candy. It’s a familiar story regardless of what direction you turn when boarding your flight, and how restrained you are with the in-flight martinis. Board in London, land at JFK, crash mid-way through your Italian supper at Sant Ambroeus in New York’s Broadway, or a late night at

Nomad. Now there’s a new way to reset your body clock and go the distance that doesn’t involve harsh prescription medication. A select clique of time-poor, travel-weary fliers has been in the know, and using the Jet-Candy formula with great success. From the high demand, the business idea was developed: after 10 years of supplying this very niche audience with the secret to happy long-haul travel without jet lag, Jet-Candy Plane Remedy is here to stay.

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How it works: As well as allowing the internal body clock to function during long-haul, Jet-Candy helps with dehydration, fatigue, disorientation, mental sharpness and other symptoms associated with the disruption of the circadian rhythms. The remedy comes in a travel-sized dispenser with a practical pill distributor cap, perfect for carry-on, which you can tap, twist and take on the go. What's in it: Each bottle contains approx 100 pillules, sufficient for 8 intercontinental flights, and each one is handmade to be a 100% homeopathic remedy developed by one of the most renowned homeopaths around, containing sucrose, arnica, bellis perennis, cocculus, gelsemium and petroleum.

Available from www.jet-candy.com Price: £ 12.99 | $ 17.00

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Take me to

Cal Reiet and loose me forever

Cal Reiet is a unique country hideaway with the authenticity of a home away from home atmosphere.

Different months bring different delights to the table.

Set in beautifully lush Mediterranean gardens, an oasis ripe with scents of the earth, sea and sun and an ideal setting for the communion of mind, body and spirit. This is Cal Reiet, a holistic wellbeing retreat and boutique lifestyle retreat featuring 14 beautifully designed rooms and suites. The breakfast & dining area by the pool offers healthy, delicious and fresh buffet style cuisine. We procure locally and organically sourced ingredients wherever possible, and the food and ingredients change with the seasons.

Cooking classes are run in the open kitchen in the main house. The yoga shala is a space for peace and quiet contemplation and meditation. Classes are offered both on an individual basis and for groups, as well as international teachers hosting yoga retreats and other holistic wellbeing retreats. The wellness area includes both a private beauty treatment room and an open air massage area.

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Cal Reiet is elegant, and at the same time rural chic. The mansion dating back to 1881 has been gracefully restored and transformed into an elegant retreat with a simple and informal spirit. The Estate is divided into the main house inspiring elegance and evoking tradition and nostalgia from its luxurious past, and the two guest houses represent simplicity and a rural chic lifestyle. The retreat hosts 14 rooms and suites; 10 deluxe and luxury rooms located inside the main house and two guest houses which offer 1 and 2-bedroom chic suites with full kitchens and private terraces.

The events and meeting facilities can cater for up to approximately 80 people and can be tailored to match your specific needs, whether it be a seminar, corporate event, wedding or any other event. The 20 metre swimming pool is a real treat, especially on a warm summer’s day, and it is beautifully set amidst the retreat’s lush gardens. The gym is basic but lacks nothing for a complete workout. It has a cross trainer and is centred on free weights and exercises using your own body weight.

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MilliOnAir | Editor's Luxury Essentials

The Travel List

by Editor In Chief Millie Cooper

Our MilliOnAir guide to traveling in luxury and style for the busy jet-setter that you are...

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has its “Andescape” concept of decorative THE ALTO ATACAMA: AN ECOLOGICALLY HARMONIOUS LODGE flora and stable of friendly llamas and Alto Atacama Desert Lodge & Spa is the only lodge in the San Pedro region that is totally enveloped by natural surroundings. Located in the lush Catarpe Valley of the Salt Mountain Range, just over a mile from the plaza of San Pedro, the Alto Atacama’s design was influenced by local village architecture and conceived to blend seamlessly into its environment and appear as a part of the terracotta-colored ridge that rises behind it. The setting, the sweeping views, the tranquility and silence, and the hotel’s wonderful outdoor lounge spaces make the Alto Atacama a destination unto itself, and unlike any other hotel property in the region.

alpacas, local cuisine, and Leave No Tracechooled guides. Veronica Poblete, creator of Andescape, is a Paris-trained landscape designer and botanist, and ex-Harvard lecturer who has developed this new concept using local flora and ancient agricultural techniques.

Recently named, one of the 10th best spas in Latin America by Spa Finder.

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The Alto Atacama seeks to open a traveler’s eyes, to explore, to feel, to connect, and to return revitalized and changed by a truly authentic experience one will never forget. Rather than simply taking photos as a passive traveler, Alto Atacama encourages guests to get off the beaten track, interact with the local indigenous culture and explore the desert’s varied and eerily beautiful landscapes by foot or bike. More than half of Alto Atacama’s staff is indigenous, and their personal stories and histories enrich a guests’ understanding of the region. Geysers, hot springs, volcano climbs, mountain biking through desert canyons, and exploring ancient Incan ruins and petroglyphs are just a few of the 30 adventurous excursions offered, always led by highly trained local guides.

Some of the best Chilean architects, designers and landscapers were gathered together, and offered the opportunity to work in the creation of a unique Hotel, to be placed in one the most astonishing settings in the world. This is a place built with the passion of youth and the wise vision of experienced. This combination inspired the design of spaces that blend seamlessly with the horizon and complement the experience you are about to live. Even though our guests are out exploring one of the most interesting places on earth, the hotel is also a place that beckons to be enjoyed, and that encourages rest. The Main Grounds are a projection of the attention to detail that prevails in Alto Atacama The living room has a great fireplace, providing warmth to our guests. The outdoor lounge areas have small fire pits that are lit every night for you to enjoy the crisp air, the stunning colors of the sunset, and the majesty of nightfall.

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MilliOnAir | The Culture File

The Christian Dior exhibition in London By Fashion Director Marcella Martinelli

Christian Dior with model Lucky, circa 1955 Courtesy of Christian Dior

The V&A is set to stage the largest and most comprehensive Dior exhibition in UK history. The show – which is entitled Christian Dior: Designer of Dreams – is also the biggest fashion exhibition to be put on by the museum since the hugely popular Alexander McQueen: Savage Beauty. The exhibit will span from 1947 to present day, tracing the history and impact of the founder and the six other artistic directors to have helmed the house. MilliOnAir

The major exhibition will trace this beginning through to present day – via the display of over 500 objects – looking at the impact of Dior's 'New Look' (and how it has been reinterpreted again and again throughout Dior's history) as well as the house's relationship with travel, flowers, history and so much more.

Princess Margaret (left), with the Duchess of Marlborough behind, presents Christian Dior with a scroll entitling him to Honorary Life Membership of the British Red Cross after the presentation of his Winter Collection at Blenheim Palace on 3rd November 1954 © Popperfoto / Getty Images

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In addition to displaying some of the house's most iconic and memorable gowns, the exhibition will also highlight the breadth of creations that have come out of the fashion house over the years – and will pay tribute to those who have collaborated with Dior. This, entitled the 'Diorama' section, will showcase accessories from costume jewellery and hats to shoes, bags, archive lipstick and fragrance bottles. Another highlight will no doubt be the 'Designers for Dior' section which will spotlight the work of the six creative directors who have helmed the label since Christian Dior passed away in 1957. It will celebrate how each designer has interpreted the vision of the label in their own way, while consistently sticking to the "codes of Dior".

Perhaps the most impressive section of the exhibition will be that which celebrates "the fantasy of the ball". 'The Ballroom' will showcase 70 years of stunning formal evening wear, which is where some of the house's most famous dresses will be on display in a dramatic light installation.

Christian Dior: Designer of Dreams will trace the 71-year history of the House of Dior, beginning in 1947, when Christian Dior opened his couturier at 30 Avenue Montaigne, the site where it still stands today. 30 Avenue Montaigne, circa 1947 Dior Héritage collection, Paris

The room will pay tribute to the incredible skill of the haute couture atelier and to Christian Dior's vision of formalwear: "The evening is a time when you can escape the realities of everyday life." Here are just some of the most exquisite dresses that will be on display in this section – and in others. Princess Margaret's 21st birthday dress Dior designed this dress for Princess Margaret’s 21st birthday, and she was photographed by Cecil Beaton in it for her official birthday portrait.

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Christian Dior by Raf Simons (b.1968), Coat, Haute Couture, Autumn/Winter 2012 Photo © Laziz Hamani Dior Héritage collection, Paris

Royal Portrait of Princess Margaret on her 21st birthday Photograph by Cecil Beaton (1904–1980) © Victoria and Albert Museum, London

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Christian Dior (1905–57), Bar Suit, Haute Couture, Spring/Summer 1947, Corolle Line Photo © Laziz Hamani Victoria and Albert Museum, London

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Christian Dior by John Galliano (b.1960), Haute Couture, Autumn/Winter 2004 Photo © Laziz Hamani Dior Héritage collection, Paris

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Christian Dior by John Galliano, J’adore, Dress, Haute Couture, 2008 (custom-made) Photo © Laziz Hamani Christian Dior Parfums collection, Paris

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Christian Dior by Maria Grazia Chiuri (b. 1964), Dress, Haute Couture, Spring/ Summer 2018 Photo © Laziz Hamani Dior Héritage collection, Paris

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Written by Alison J Lowe MBE

nyone who has talked to me over the last eight months about the fashion industry, will have heard me rave about The Shop at Bluebird’s new store in Covent Garden. I am obsessed with this store and credit it with being a world leader in experiential retailing. Although it is still one of London’s hidden secrets, this month in MilliOnAir I am prepared to Uncover it for you and recommend you put it on your wish list to visit soon! The Shop at Bluebird was launched by Jigsaw founders John and Belle Robinson and the first store, which is part of the Jigsaw group, opened on the King’s Road in 2007, billing itself as a “cabinet of curiosities.” Bringing together an eclectic mix of fashion, home, beauty and gifts for its discerning customer, The Shop at Bluebird traded on the Kings Road for twelve years prior to its launch of the new Covent Garden store. The Shop at Bluebird has always been one of London’s most exciting concept stores but the move to its new home in Covent Garden in 2018 has taken the store to the next level. The new flagship store is slightly tucked away from the main Covent Garden Piazza on Floral Street and the understated exterior of the boutique belies the wonder that hides behind it.

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The store is based in the historic 19th century, Grade II listed Carriage Hall, which features an expansive hidden courtyard with three levels of galleried floors built around a central atrium. In the centre of the building, light floods in through a stunning glass ceiling and is captured by a suspended Icosahedron mirror sculpture which reflects the light across all the floors. The innovative interior of the store has been created by retail design experts, Dalziel & Pow, an award-winning company headed up by Creative Director, David Dalziel. He said: “The Shop at Bluebird, Carriage Hall, Covent Garden is one of those rare opportunities in retail design – a great site and a brave client who can see the potential in creating a benchmark retail experience.” The 15,000-sq. ft. space is an eclectic and whimsical mix of designs, props and bold visual merchandising displays to create a ‘Playground of Wonders’ theme, which takes experiential retailing to another level. The whole store is an instagrammable heaven with something new to uncover in every turn, nook and cranny. The displays include antique furniture, long merchandising tables, handmade rugs and sumptuous draped curtains. The beauty and fragrance area has the natural, earthy feel of an apothercary, which has a living tree coming through a central table. One of my favourite spaces within the store is a display area that features an inspirational lighting installation, that includes vintage shades alongside Rothschild & Bickers bespoke hand-blown glass pieces. The Shop at Bluebird has always been a hub of creativity and is the dream store for high end luxury brands, who aspire to have their collections placed in store. The store has always supported new designers and this is still an important element in the new space, allowing customers to discover newer brands alongside the well-known names. The store houses a carefully curated mix of brands, designers and artists with both an affordable, contemporary offer, as well as

premium luxury brands including Chloe, Alexander McQueen, Peter Pilotto, Victoria Beckham, Racil, Galvan, Temperley London and Ports 1961, alongside contemporary labels like Isa Arfen, Rixo London, Ganni and Forte Forte. Alongside the fashion is the Blink Brow Bar, Italian lifestyle brand Fornasetti, the Avery Perfume Gallery as well as a selection of artworks curated exclusively by William Ling from the Fashion Illustration Gallery. Alongside the fabulous interior design and the best fashion brands from around the world, the Shop at Bluebird offers something even more impressive – a unique, shopping experience that feels premium without being intimidating. The minute you step through the door you know that you are part of something special. The Shop at Bluebird offers one of the most welcoming shopping environments in London. Claire Miles, head of The Shop at Bluebird has been quoted as saying: “Our brand is about being warm and welcoming. We want people to feel like they can come in, have a look around, read a book or smell some perfume. There’s no, ‘Don’t touch this because it’s too expensive’.” And the store delivers this – every member of staff is delightfully engaging, inviting visitors to explore new brands, take pictures and browse at ease. Everyone I have sent down to check it out says how fantastic and inviting the experience of being in store was and not at all intimidating. At a time when so many high street retailers are facing closures or struggling to survive in the current economy, they could learn how to do it differently from the Shop at Bluebird and see what experiential retailing really means in practise.

We are relentless Searching far and wide for the most different, unique or perfect examples of the pinnacle of luxury and design, we’re relentless in the pursuit of excellence.

The Shop at Bluebird offers a totally unique, immersive shopping experience, putting the customer at the forefront of what they do and curating their product offer to meet the customers need. The Shop at Bluebird is set to become the ‘must-see’ fashion lifestyle store in London and I will look forward to seeing you there soon!

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Sue Dray Sue Dray has illustrated for over 40 years at the start of her career she worked for ground breaking feminist publications Spare Rib and The Women’s Press, as well as for the gay community: Gay Men’s Press, Gay Pride and Gay News with the work all archived in The British Library. By Fashion Director Marcella Martinelli

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Valentino SS19 Through the 80s she’s been published extensively with high profile authors such as Fay Weldon, Margaret Atwood and John Mortimer.

She is featured drawing backstage in the film ‘Westwood: Punk, Icon, Activist released 23 March 2018.

Sue draws backstage for Vivienne Westwood and Andrew Logan’s Alternative Miss World in a signature style that combines strong lines with painterly textures and bright, contrasting colour, focusing on the haptic of creating.

Sue’s current work is producing drawings commissioned exclusively live from the Catwalk. She experiments with digital drawing and is sponsored by Apple to showcase their iPad Pro and Apple pencil.

‘Amongst all the hair-coiffing, nail-painting and lip-slicking going on backstage during our Red Label Spring/Summer show, it was a wonderful change in tempo to see fashion illustrator, Sue Dray, capture these moments with serene calm. Sat quietly and unobserved, sketching away she created some beautiful illustrations that brings our collection and the mood backstage to life. These illustrations by Sue Dray tell the story of a fashion show, from start to finish’.

Last summer 2018, Sue was Artist in Residence and Creative Contributor at The Villa Lena Arts Foundation in Tuscany, Italy. This gave her the opportunity to explore her work in more detail taking the history and influences of the culture as inspiration. Sue is now painting in oils and taking her art to the next level. Sue’s teaching history is extensive she has taught in the UK, Paris, Australia and America. She was Course Leader BA (Hons) Fashion Illustration at London College of Fashion for the past 7 years and will continue to contribute as a guest lecturer fueling and nurturing the next generation of fashion artists.

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She was the first artist in residence for Fashion Scout SS18 during London Fashion Week painting live from the shows at her easel alongside the press photographers. Film on youtube:

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Cyber World Tech World..... When music meets By Executive Business Editor Elise Quevedo AI The setting... a beautiful lit up Cadogan Hall in London filled with 500 selected guests from around Europe including media, influencers, and celebrities from the entertainment industry. I had the pleasure of attending this exclusive music performance, to experience first-hand how amazing things can be when technology and humans work together, sharing intelligence to make the impossible, possible.

how did music meet AI? How did AI finish this Unfinished Symphony? Using a powerful combination of human expertise and AI, Huawei taught its Mate 20 Pro smartphone to compose the remainder of the third, and a complete new fourth movement of Schubert's Symphony No8

some of the finest session musicians in the industry and is often featured in motion picture film scores, television, video games and production music, did an incredible job during the 48 minute performance.

This is the first time that a smartphone's AI has been used to complete a piece of music in the style of the original composer. This was done by running an Artificial Intelligence model that benefitted directly from the processor power of the dual NPU ( Neural Processing Unit) i the Huawei Mate 20 Pro. It analyzed the timbre, pitch and meter of the existing first and second movements of the symphony, and then generated the melody for the missing music. They then combined the power of AI with human expertise, enlisting the help of Emmy award-winning composer Lucas Cantor. Cantor chose selected melodies from those produced by the Huawei Mate 20 Pro and arranged an orchestral score that stayed true to the style of Schubert's Symphony No8 This ending to the symphony is totally unique, because it unites the power of the smartphone's AI with the expertise of Lucas , to truly push the boundaries of what is humanly possible. Lucas Cantor said " I think AI can only be helpful, it's like having a collaborator sitting right next to you that never gets tired, who never runs out of ideas, who never has an attitude of any kind, it's there to work and it's there to help. I think if Schubert had our technology, he would have definitely finished the Symphony. The smartphone didn't give me finished outputs, but it did give me melodic ideas, and once I sorted through them, I realized they were quite beautiful melodic ideas" The 66 piece English Session Orchestra, which comprises

" At Huawei, we are always searching for how technology can make the world a better place. Last year we taught our AI to drive a car, translate Humpback whales' "love songs" into a piece of music, and used it to open up the world of books to deaf children through our StorySign project. Now, for the first time , we are proud to unveil our latest creative collaboration" Walter Ji, Huawei's President of Consumer Business Group, Western Europe

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The ending was very cinematographic and without fail, it received an standing ovation when finished. Schubert's Symphony No8 is Unfinished no more. After 197 years, history has been made Could this be the beginning of AI finishing other projects? Only time will tell. Elise Quevedo aka The Digital Ghost Queen

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Cybersecurity expert Ralph Echemendia aka The Ethical Hacker By Executive Business Editor Elise Quevedo

an you believe it's been a year since cybersecurity expert Ralph Echemendia aka The Ethical Hacker graced the cover of MilliOnAir magazine?

Hollywood, California and has worked with awardwinning Director Oliver Stone as a technical supervisor on films such as “Savages” and “Snowden” as well as other projects such as the film “Nerve” and award-winning TV series Mr. Robot. He has now joined forces with some of the music industry and Hollywood’s most influential names and is working on cutting edge technology for consumer cybersecurity. Ralph has also been a featured speaker/panelist/keynote at events such as DigitalK in Bulgaria, WoHiT in Barcelona, The Customer Contact Expo in London, Georgetown Law University Cyber Event, WHiNN in Denmark, Raytheon’s Public Sector Cybersecurity Summit in Washington, DC, Austin’s South by Southwest ® (SXSW ®), the LA Film Festival, the Tribeca Film Festival, Pioneers Festival 17 in Vienna, Digital Odense, Money 20/20, Web Summit and Collision to name a few.

A year where data breaches, data protection, and privacy have been at the forefront of many headlines, so it was overdue to catch up with Ralph. I'll be getting an insight into those topics and an update on his latest venture, Seguru, the worlds first Safeware.

His jaw-dropping “Hacking Hollywood” appearance has been presented at Creative Artists Agency, the Digital Entertainment World Expo, the Content Protection & Piracy Summit, as well as the Anti-Piracy and Content Protection Summit. And let’s not forget, his keynotes "To hack or be hacked: question everything!" and "How Safe Are We?" are two of the most sought after talks of 2019 in many stages around the world.

For those who don't know Ralph, he is a world-renowned cyber security expert, known internationally by his alter ego “The Ethical Hacker.” For over 20 years, Ralph has delivered training on hacking and other security information to corporations including the US Marine Corps, NASA, Google, Microsoft, Oracle, AMEX, Intel, Boeing, Symantec, and IBM.

The internet has become bigger than ever, by 2020 there will be over 20 billion connected devices and today, more than ever, people are concerned about privacy, security and data protection. So how can we protect ourselves from the attacks that are constantly surfing the internet? Is cybersecurity something the average Joe understands?

His portfolio of work and reputation as a leading professional across several industries has landed him the credibility to make appearances on CNN, Fox News, USA Today, and Forbes, to name a few. Ralph took his talents

2018 was a chaotic year, who can forget FB's Cambridge Analytica fiasco where over 80 million records were breached, or Under Armour's "MyFitnessPal" breach where upwards of 150 million users are believed to have

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What can people do to protect themselves? Ralph, we are looking at data thefts that include our name, ID numbers, Date of Birth, residential address, I would say that everyone, at some point in gender and sometimes even more, should we really be their lives has been hacked, and they just don’t concerned? know it. It’s a matter of awareness and that’s Of course we should be concerned. These data points are almost everything needed to commit fraud in a number of the real problem. The majority of what we use ways. We always tend to think that impact can only come as consumers is a matter of convenience. It from financial fraud, but imagine if you would if someone creates a much more convenient world for us, used this data to target individuals purely for the purpose of making their lives difficult. We must be aware that data and so much so that we rely on it. can be used in ways we have yet seen the effects of in our Once we’ve adopted technology the way we have, we can daily lives. barely remember what it was like not to have the technology. There has to be some level of situational Bottom line, too many people have access to your data. awareness on the consumer’s side, which is a difficult thing Identity theft is very simple because all we’re doing is to do because most consumers will want to run away from throwing it in a database. If I have every single piece of this issue of security. information that is required for me to open a bank account, buy a car, and so on and so forth, right? Any of the financial mechanisms that exist – if it allows me to use any of those financial mechanisms, right now most of the data required for me to be you, I can answer if I have access to that database.

It’s a scary issue, and even just the word “security” is one that instills a level of fear, uncertainty, and doubt. That’s really what we have to address. In fact, that’s been my passion over the last two years: to figure out how to communicate to consumers what their mobile devices are doing. It’s easy enough to block what is known to be bad, but what is more difficult is to inform the user of what they don’t really know is happening and empower them with a choice.

Your data is in so many places right now that you can’t even really fathom. So, if I hacked into these places and if I had all this data, and it really came down to the challenge of “prove you’re you,” how would you prove you’re you? Because I can even change your fingerprints – The motive doesn’t matter in a data breach, because you even my fingerprints in that database – and say that my name is yours. So, therein lays the problem right now. And are not a person to a hacker. You are just data. By treating I think that the hope is that the solution lies in blockchain. the protection of our data as a matter of safe, mindful behavior rather than security against criminal attacks, I Nowadays, it’s all about “cloud storage”, is that where our believe that we stand a much better chance of resisting data breaches and hacks. data should be? It depends on the data. Most of the people don’t have a Thinking of the basics, internet browsing which we all do, choice. They are using free services like Gmail, which is there anything we can do to be safer? aren’t exactly free, as they are making money on you. There are tools for your web browser that provide a higher People are worried about the confidentiality of certain level of privacy, such as using the incognito option in data, but most people don’t have a knowledge base to Chrome or Safari’s ‘private window. There are also more create and operate their own private servers. The term cloud is a combination of technology and virtualization. It off-the-record browsers like the TOR browser. There is a web tool called 1.1.1.1, it does promise to increase the appeared in the 1960s, but it changed over time and now it’s just a marketing term. But as I said most people don’t privacy of your web browsing while speeding up your have a choice but to use Dropbox, Gmail or other services. connection. However, with the use of many of these tools, the speed or performance of your internet experience is If you have data that you don’t want anyone to see, you reduced. shouldn’t put it on any kind of public service. MilliOnAir

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How can corporations improve their cybersecurity measures so that these type of breaches don’t happen again? I think a big part of that is obviously legislation and regulations helping to push that on companies that have to do it. When you really think about it, only a few years ago, companies didn’t even have to necessarily disclose if they had been hacked.

methodology for confirming transactions and identifying and recovering potential losses from cyber-attacks. Blockchain is ultimately another form of logging. There are uses for it that would significantly improve safety because it has been designed with a focus on maintaining integrity and traceability.

How about AI? Do you think Artificial Intelligence will be used by hackers in the future? The unfortunate truth of it is that what does “more” I personally think AI is a fancy term but in fact nothing actually mean for companies? Because they don’t really have the resources. The human talent is one of the biggest more than automation. It’s automating something that a problems. There’s a massive scarcity issue when it comes human could do, but automation is still created by to that. The solution is really in the people. It’s not to buy humans, so AI is not going to be the force for hacking, it can actually be a vulnerability. more tech, necessarily. Forbes, a couple of years ago, wrote an article about there It can have a positive impact, but it will not replace being a million cybersecurity jobs unfilled on a yearly basis. I saw some other reports saying there are 2.8 million hackers, I think. It can be used as a tool. And hackers always find ways to speak to machines. jobs in cybersecurity, most of which will be unfilled because there just aren’t people who have the experience We can argue that we are all artificially intelligent, as we are products of our environment. Similarly replacing and time in cybersecurity. So that’s the biggest hurdle something that humans could do is another product of the that companies have to deal with. environment. So it’s the matter of input and output, which you can manipulate, especially in AI. On the flip side of that, I think the other thing is to empower the actual users, the consumers, with more tools. I don’t necessarily think that it’s a company problem or a government problem. As a consumer of technology, we all are really the problem. At the end of the day, you click and say “Yes” on one of those things, that’s not really on them, that’s on you. And most of the attacks now are targeting the individual more so than the infrastructure of major corporations. I think it’s a combination of being able to address both of those issues. You mentioned Blockchain earlier, why could that be the answer? I believe that blockchain is what email was 20 to 25 years ago, which not many people got it and not many people had one and not many people knew how to use one. I think the difference is that here we are 20 years later; now we all have one, if not ten. And that’s what’s happening with blockchain. The only thing is it ain’t going to happen in ten or 20 years; it’s going to happen in two. I believe blockchain is extremely utilitarian, opening a new area of cybersecurity, with issues such as the MilliOnAir

VPN service. Providing everyone with a safer digital experience is what Seguru does! Ralph, can you give us an update on Seguru? The aim of Seguru is to turn everyone into their own security guru. Consumers and their mobile devices are the most vulnerable. Seguru Safeware is NOT going to break the internet, it is going to change it, for good! Our team has been working hard over the last few months and I am happy to announce that you can now download the app on both iOS and Android. As you said, we are here to provide everyone with a safer digital experience. Over the last year, we have been bombarded with news about “safety first” and “security first” and even the UK announced “new” guidelines for connected devices calling it “Secure by Design”, do the people really understand what that means? “Secure by Design” sounds nice however the truth is business is about being first to market and when it comes to technology, and the sad reality is putting security before functionality and performance never lead to being market-first. Connected fridges, smart thermometers, intelligent heating systems – there is great potential for internet-connected devices to make our lives better, but it’s a matter of understanding the risks. There’s no doubt that IoT devices need to secure by design but it’s also about educating consumers on how to use these devices safely. Let’s take a smart toy, for example. Many parents don’t truly know and understand how these devices may be used or, more specifically, exploited by malicious hackers. The problem is consumers are often bombarded with information that moves away from how to protect themselves and focuses on the dark side of security that most don’t understand. Both consumers and technology creators need to be involved in balancing risks and functionality to create a safer connected future for all.” It's time to talk about Seguru, the first of its kind, a groundbreaking service for mobile consumers and organizations worldwide. Protecting you from thousands of online risks by applying behavioral network flow analysis (BNFA-AI) and the fastest secure

What are some of the benefits of using the app? It's simple and efficient - Seguru is a simple and fast way to keep your mobile device safer online. You can protect yourself from tens of thousands of known risks online It's private & secure - You will be able to increase your privacy with our innovative ad tracking detection and intrusion prevention system. That means you can ensure your personal data remains safe by utilizing Seguru's unique approach utilizing VPN, ISD and IPS technologies to surf the internet on the private and protected Seguru network. A great benefit is that Seguru provides protection without sacrificing your device's performance. Unlike many applications like VPN services currently on the market, Seguru goes beyond by setting up and creating an encrypted connection Seguru is a mobile safeware that allows you to be aware of and visualize what your phone is talking to and where that is in the world, whether legitimate or bad traffic. If it’s bad traffic, it’ll block it. It’ll alert you to something that doesn’t look like you taking communications on your phone. As we implement new features it also alerts you to all the things that are supposed to be “normal.” What you’ll often find is that you’re not okay with some of the things that it’s doing and where that information is going. It has to be easily digestible and de-mystify this issue of cyber security in such a way that it almost gameifies the experience for the user.

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In a way, it's kind of turning you into a hacker yourself, with your own data. Spy on yourself, if you will, because that’s what’s happening. All these governments and corporations are spying on you and yet you don’t know what that means. So when you’re allowed to see what your data does and where it goes, you’re in a position to do something about it. When we started the Seguru project and were looking at what our phones were communicating with, we were surprised. I’m an expert and I didn’t know my phone was doing this. I didn’t know my phone is communicating with Russia. Or what the hell is in Thailand? Why is my phone talking to Thailand? And oftentimes it’s because these companies have partners and a lot of it is advertising. A lot of it is tracking you in one way or another, primarily for the purpose of feeding you ads for consumption of whatever products are out there. What is your vision with Seguru? We intend to educate our users towards a safer digital experience, giving them the freedom to control the release of their personal information on the internet. As the world of cyber security continues to change and evolve, we plan to always think ahead and continue to provide our users, employees, and investors with the best, most efficient product. Seguru has the potential to be more than a tool or application for keeping your information safe online. By offering users the ability to educate themselves about the protection of their personal property and information, Seguru will become a catalyst for the mindfulness movement of technology device users across the world. Consumers typically learn about big business hacks such as Equifax and Yahoo! in the press, and don’t realize that being hacked is as easy as clicking ‘yes’ to the Facebook agreement when you open an account. Seguru plans to first educate while aiming to create a movement, and then to help users deflect or correct potential hacks. I want to make safety fun, just as a phone case protects the outside of your devices, we act as the protectant of the inside of your devices.

I think that we are surprised only because we don’t really know what they’re doing with our data, and once you actually start to understand that, then you can either accept it or you can choose not to accept it. I want to be able to give people the ability to say yes or no Final question Ralph, what’s your passion in this cyber world? My passion is to focus on what we can do for each other because ultimately the biggest problem in tech security isn’t the technology; it’s the people... By making cyber safety entertaining instead of intimidating, we will be more likely to complete the simple actions that can ward off outside attackers and protect our emails, photos, and other information from becoming public knowledge Thank you Ralph for this great catch up and I look forward to talking with you again soon Continue inspiring the world and thank you for keeping our mobile data safe with Seguru! For more information on Ralph visit www. theethicalhacker.net or if you want to download Seguru, head over to www.seguru.io

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Christmas, Inc. is a professional Christmas decorating company, providing tailor-made services to suit your home or business. Based in the heart of the home counties, our dedicated team specialises in concept designandfabrication,rightthroughtoinstallation,take down and storage. We’re not only passionate about Christmas, but also about great design and we’re on hand to help you every step of the way. We are committed to using the very finest quality products, which are sourced globally and are regularly maintained. We produce the majority of our bespoke items in-house, which allows us to deliver a luxurious service at an affordable price. This year, we are very pleasedtobringtoyoutheverylatestinLEDtechnology, this technology is not only super-efficient but is also environmentally-friendly. www.christmasinc.co.uk Attilus is the name that gourmet chefs and connoisseurs associate with exquisite caviar and the finest cuts of sturgeon. Our philosophy is simple: just as the quality of champagne begins in the vines, so the health and wellbeing of our fish determines the quality of our caviar. WecreateourowncaviaratafisheryinJessen,Germany and are one of the few producers in the world offering "real" Oscietra caviar to customers. We don't rely on anonymousinternationalproducerstosupplyour"black pearls", nor do we allow anyone else to re-label our precious yield. Our ongoing pursuit of excellence combines an appreciationfortraditionwiththeapplicationofmodern technology. For us, creating one of the world's most elite natural delicacies requires patience, precision and a commitment to maintaining the very highest standards. www.attiluscaviar.co.uk MilliOnAir

Our range of stunning, timeless jewellery is exclusively curated from international female designers and complemented by our own unique personalisable collection, handmade in London. All our pieces are made from pure gold, diamonds, pearls and semi-precious gemstones. Werecognisethatjewelleryisanexpressionofyou,whetherthroughyourown selection or given as a thoughtful gift. Show who you are with your unique selection which takes inspiration from your astrological alignment and people and places special to you, to create your own meaningful jewellery collection. www.thealkemistry.com

Kendra Scott is a loving mom, a driven entrepreneur, and a passionate designer who believes the truest form of success is giving back in a meaningful way. As a creative mind with a love of natural gemstones, Kendra designed her first collection of jewelry in 2002. The foundation of Kendra’s success has been her infectious energy and entrepreneurial spirit, which took her from a $500 project in the spare bedroom of her home to a billion dollar fashion brand loved globally. Known for her unique use of color and quality materials, Kendra has created collections of timeless pieces that have won over loyal fans, media and celebrities alike. www.kendrascott.com

Atelier Cologne was born out of our encounter and our love. Perfume has always been our passion and our profession.We met for the first time in New York in 2006 and very quickly we fell in love. We discoveredthatwesharethesamepassionforthe legendary Eau de Cologne and that we were on the same on-going search for a Cologne of character,elegantandfreshatthesametimewith exceptional long lasting power. Together, we decided to create the first fragrance house entirely dedicated to cologne. Our dream: to create colognes to be worn as Pure Perfumes. After many years in the making, our dream came true. We gave birth to a new olfactive family: the Colognes Absolues. www.ateliercologne.com

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