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o you find that as the years roll on, our birthdays come around that much faster? At the beginning of 2011, I remember thinking about our magazine’s impending 30th birthday (much like I did when I hit the big 3-0) and unlike the apprehension I felt when I turned the corner from my roaring 20s to a more judicious 30s, I am thrilled to present this very special 30th birthday issue of Emirates Woman. As I write this note, I think of how much the Emirates have changed since the first issue of EW was published three decades ago. There was no Facebook, blogs or BlackBerrys, no mega malls, metro or email. Digging deep into our archives unearthed some controversial features that pushed the envelope in a then private society (page 125) and gave a voice on work, health and personal issues, which we continue to report on to this day. We also uncovered copies of Emirates Man, fashion trends that have been reinvented too many times to count and thousands of letters from inspired readers. Being at the helm of the first women’s glossy magazine in the country is as rewarding as it is challenging, but it would be impossible without our readers and network of supporters worldwide. Thank you to everyone who has been involved in the magazine – either by sharing your story, posing in a photograph or donating to one of our charities – for making each month a worthy read for women in the region. Another big thank you to our ‘real life’ models who took part in our birthday shoot (page 178) and special thanks goes to all of our friends from the world’s of fashion, film and beauty – from Tom Ford and Christian Louboutin to Cate Blanchett and Anna Dello Russo – who sent us birthday wishes by the bucket load. So stunning were their signatures and sketches that I just had to print them all. Choose your favourite on page 105. What is a birthday without some presents? I am excited to report we will be giving away a gift every day of the month to a lucky reader – that’s 31 gifts up for grabs! So if a trip to Kenya, brunch at Zuma or a Givenchy bag is on your wish-list, turn to page 111 to enter. I am truly honoured to be the editor of a magazine with such a rich history, which we will continue to celebrate as we move into the future. I am extremely proud of our achievements and would like to say one final thank you to our current team who are so tremendously talented and who do an outstanding job of putting the magazine together each and every month – they are shining examples of true Emirates women. Enjoy the issue.
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MY FIRST WISH WOULD BE: To spend my old age on a beautiful, far away island. I’M REMINDED OF HOME WHENEVER: I talk to my mum on the phone. PEOPLE DESCRIBE ME AS: Incredibly out-of-this-world. MY BIGGEST ADVENTURE IS: To raise my beautiful baby daughter MY SUPERPOWER WOULD BE: To be like Superman. My FIRST A/W11 BUY: Will be coat from Dolce&Gabbana A FUNNY STORY ABOUT ME IS: I’m useless at giving up chocolate THIS WINTER YOU LL FIND ME: In Disneyland, California! ON THE WEEKENDS I LOVE TO: Watch a movie with a big bucket of caramel popcorn. THE BEST PART OF MY JOB IS: Being able to act something different all the time. THIS ISSUE: Masha partied with the pack on page 176.
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MY FIRST WISH WOULD BE: Isn’t the right answer a thousand more wishes? No seriously, my first and main wish is that my family are healthy and happy. PEOPLE DESCRIBE ME AS: Relaxed and easy going. I’M REMINDED OF HOME WHENEVER I: Smell Marmite – I’m a lover not a hater. MY SUPERPOWER WOULD BE: Mindreading. Imagine being able to read what people are thinking. DON’T GET ME STUCK IN A LIFT WITH: Hannibal Lecter – for obvious reasons! MY FIRST A/W11 BUY WILL BE: Usually something from Lanvin – its trainers are amazing. THIS MONTH YOU WILL FIND ME: Shooting Stateside. MY UAE HOTSPOT IS: Usually my shoulders after a desert shoot! No, I actually quite like Okku – I go to watch the jelly fish. A FUNNY STORY ABOUT ME IS: I was shooting the Brit-comedian Ricky Gervais on the streets of London. I forgot the curb was there and fell head over heels. But it turned out that the shots were better from that angle anyway! ON THE WEEKENDS, I: Hang out with my wife and our dog. IF I COULD SHOOT ANY CELEBRITY, IT WOULD BE: Lady Gaga – she’d be interesting! You never know what she’s going to do next and I wonder what persona I would get? THE BEST PART OF MY JOB IS: The wonderful people I get to work with and the places I get to travel. THIS ISSUE: For dresses to die for, see John’s Lanvin shoot on page 192.
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MY FIRST WISH WOULD BE: To be reborn! I'M REMINDED OF HOME WHENEVER I: Visit Lulu supermarket. PEOPLE DESCRIBE ME AS: Laidback and chilled out. MY BIGGEST ADVENTURE IS/WAS: Going to study film in London. MY SUPERPOWER WOULD BE: The power of invisibility. DON'T GET ME STUCK IN A LIFT WITH: Russell Peters. MY UAE HOTSPOT IS: I2@Dubai Metropolitan. MY FIRST A/W11 BUY WILL BE: A Lanvin suit. A FUNNY STORY ABOUT ME IS: That I have six different hair conditioners, and I use all of them. THIS WINTER YOU'LL FIND ME: In -21 degrees in the Canadian Rockies. ON THE WEEKENDS, I: Love to sleep, wake up, and then sleep again! THE BEST PART OF MY JOB IS: I get paid to do what I love! THIS ISSUE: Tejal got into the party spirit with Dubai’s most fabulous on page 176.
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Whenever we book our family holiday, we struggle to agree where to go, when to go, for how long and what to do when we’re there. That’s why I love your travel features – the team’s inside knowledge of their destination cuts through the usual wishywashy tourist stuff and tells you what a place is really like. We’ve never been to Thailand before but are already thinking about it for next year thanks to your Six Days In Thailand piece (EW, September). Now we just have to decide when! Eloise Bonnet, Sharjah
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I just wanted to applaud you for branching out and choosing a more mature model for your September issue. Yasmin Le Bon is one of the original ‘super’ models in my book and, with her looking more beautiful than ever, it just goes to prove that women can age gracefully – without the price of surgery. As for reading about her glamorous life – the green-eyed monster deďŹ nitely raised its ugly head! Great read, EW, thanks. Ayesha Kahwandi, Abu Dhabi
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A NEW EXHIBITION FEATURING, FOR THE FIRST TIME IN THE MIDDLE EAST, A DIVERSE COMBINATION OF SCULPTURES, CHARCOAL DRAWINGS, PAINTINGS, DIGITAL ARTWORK AND POLITICAL POP ART BY 25 CONTROVERSIAL CHINESE ARTISTS, INCLUDING THE GAO BROTHERS AND LIU DAO, IS BEING SHOWCASED AT GALLERY ETEMAD THIS MONTH. ON NOW UNTIL NOVEMBER 12, ETEMAD GALLERY, AL QUOZ (04) 3468649
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VINTAGE FASHION: COLLECTING AND WEARING DESIGNER CLASSICS by Emma Baxter-Wright and Harriet Quick, Carlton Books (2006) Featuring the work of iconic designers including Coco Chanel, Christian Lacroix and Miuccia Prada, this comprehensive book provides an insight into the tailoring skills and techniques of the past, as well as pointers on what to look for when sourcing original vintage pieces – a great read for those who look to past influences for sartorial inspiration.
GODDESS: THE CLASSICAL MODE by Harold Koda, Yale University Press (2003) Published in conjunction with an exhibit of the same name at The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, this elegant book traces the image and incarnations of a ‘goddess’ through art, illustration, photography and fashion. From sculptures and paintings of women in classic, softly draped gowns to fashion that dates from 1922 to 2001 – a stylish reminder of the cyclical nature of the fashion industry.
THE GOLDEN AGE OF COUTURE: PARIS AND LONDON 1947-57 by Claire Wilcox, V&A Books (2007) Welcome to the remote world of couture in Paris and London from its post-war rebirth with Dior’s 1947 collection to his death a decade later. Dior, the showman and master of spectacle, is the hero of this book, although his reticent rival, Balenciaga, is properly admired, alongside confrères Jacques Fath, Jean Desses and Pierre Balmain.
ICONS OF MEN’S STYLE by Josh Sims, Laurence King (2011) This hefty book examines, garment by garment, the most important and iconic menswear items throughout history to the present day – think images of Tom Cruise sporting aviator sunglasses in Top Gun or 007 dressed to kill in a classic dinner suit.
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NE N N O B SHIO FA The charming French fashion label A.P.C. has a newlook website featuring the A/W11 collection, cleverly colourcategorised for ease; plus a rather quirky Jeans, Special Projects and Music section. www.apc.fr
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After her recent debut at London Fashion Week, in which she proudly flew the UAE flag for home grown talent, Khulood Thani is fast becoming a fashion force to be reckoned with. Khulood, the first UAE national to get a Masters in Fashion Management and Marketing from ESMOD, Paris, has given her latest collection of classic dresses and sweet separates a quirky twist with ruffles, prints and texture.Available at ‘O’ Concept store, Jumeirah and www.aura-b.com.
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assing the 30-year threshold wasn’t the gut-wrenchingly traumatic experience I’d been led to believe. It stumbled by, gave a little wave, pointed at my stomach with a smirk and quietly, without me paying much attention, became a flickering memory (one of the few remaining, given that the ability to recall names, faces and events was one of the first things that started to wobble after childhood). Nobody died. No limbs fell off. I didn’t selfcombust in a fit at failing to complete every single ‘things to do before you’re 30’ list. And, having hardly noticed the world turn, suddenly I was hurtling towards my 31st birthday, which – truth be told – seems to be a far more daunting experience to deal with. ‘Thirties’ is a sizeable leap from ‘thirty’. But although the line crossing ceremony didn’t cause the instant life-analysing distress I’d read about, I have observed a few age-related issues that crop 84
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up with increasing regularity. While I’m now perfectly at peace with the realisation that I’m unlikely to ever succeed as a professional sportsman (it’s fine, honestly), when it comes to other areas of work it can get quite sensitive. For example, if I hear about someone being praised for their latest book, my first response isn’t to peruse the critics’ responses or read the blurb on the back, but to instantly check the author’s date of birth. Ideally, I’ll discover that this is their debut novel and they’re about 45-50, giving me good 15 years to get my act together and start writing something longer than 500 words (usually my limit). But if it transpires that they’re in their mid-20s and already considered a master of their genre, you can pretty much
bet that a dark cloud has been cast over my day. Then there are fashion issues. Although I try to ignore the tediously patronising ‘what you must wear at this age’ collections that seem to plague men’s magazines, it’s clear their gradual indoctrination is getting through. I recently moved house and unearthed a load of clothes that just a year or so ago I would have worn without consideration. But this time around I found myself wondering whether, at 30, I should really be sporting a T-shirt with X-Men on the front. They were all tearfully consigned to the charity bin. Fitness is another concern that only seemed to rear its ugly head in my fourth decade. It’s clear that those heady days where I could tip as much
garbage down my gullet as I liked and still be referred to as the human Twiglet are numbered. There’s definitely a little belly there now. I am no longer ‘skinny’. In fact, to counteract this, I recently purchased a Nintendo Wii, the fitnessy board thing that fools you into exercising by packaging it within a video game. Before you can get started, it figures out your ‘Wii Age’, taking into account weight and balance. With a high-pitched cartoony smile my machine told me I was 37. Way to kick a man when he’s down.
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SUMMARISE YOUR STYLE? LUKE: I’m just Luke – colourful and relaxed! ANNA: An eclectic mix of how I feel on the day. FAVOURITE FASHION ICON? LUKE: Madonna. ANNA: Gabrielle ‘Coco’ Chanel. IF YOU COULD COLLABORATE WITH ANYONE IN THE WORLD, WHO WOULD IT BE? LUKE: Australian photographer Bill Henson, he’s my favourite Australian artist. I think anyone else I like would be too obvious. ANNA: Karl Lagerfeld – he has such a vast creative vision that is so aspirational and pure. THE BRANDS YOU REGULARLY BUY FROM ARE... LUKE: Bernhard Willhelm, Victor & Rolf and Givenchy. ANNA: Chanel, Prada and Miu Miu. SHOES OR BAGS? LUKE: Both! Reebok high-tops in equal measure and Givenchy backpacks. ARE YOU A HOARDER OR A NEWSEASON-NEW-WARDROBE TYPE OF PERSON? LUKE: I prefer the term ‘collector’ rather than hoarder – I get very attached to my clothes. If I love something, I love it forever (or until I lose it!). ANNA: Hoard everything and save everything – that’s my motto. My mum never kept any of her clothes except for one amazing leather jacket. I always said I would keep clothes for my kids if I ever have any. WHAT’S ON YOUR FASHION WISH LIST? LUKE: Almost everything from the Givenchy men’s S/S12 collection – even the skirts! ANNA: Embellished sandals by Chanel – so amazing.
WHAT ARE EACH OTHER’S MOST ANNOYING HABITS? LUKE: She asks lots of questions! ANNA: Luke has a tendency to play a lot of loud pop music, a lot of the time! WHAT ARE EACH OTHER’S BEST TRAITS? LUKE: She keeps things organised. ANNA: He is spontaneous and has a great passion and energy. FAVOURITE PLACE TO SHOP? LUKE: Florence, for the store Luisa Via Roma. ANNA: Tokyo – they have everything! Second to that, Paris during sales time. ORGANISED CHAOS OR RUTHLESSLY ORDERED? LUKE: Unorganised chaos! ANNA: Definitely organised chaos. WHAT CAN’T YOU LIVE WITHOUT? LUKE: Lunch. ANNA: My boyfriend and our dog, Monaro. YOUR PERFECT DAY OFF? LUKE: I really just enjoy doing nothing. I do stuff all day and heaps after work at night too, so on the weekends I like to stay in and rest up. ANNA: Going to the park with my boyfriend and Monaro, getting a mani/pedi and having lunch in the sun. FAVOURITE SECRET SHOPPING DESTINATION? LUKE: Lego.com – they always have cool things, like quirky clocks and stationary, which make good presents. ANNA: It’s not really secret, but I always find cool things in Galeries Lafayette in Paris. YOUR MOTTO IN LIFE? LUKE: To give out positive vibes as much as you can. ANNA: Peace, patience and positivity. OCTOBER 2011
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ROMANCE WAS BORN ON THE COLLECTIONS THAT HELPED DEFINE THEIR BRAND 2005 CAT ALLEY This was our very first collection – it was inspired by a runaway royal bride. S/S06 REGIONAL AUSTRALIA Our first collection show was a tribute to growing up in the country. A/W07 RWB GETS NOCTURNAL Australia has one of the largest populations of nocturnal animals in the world, so this proved an inspiration. It was also a continuation in a way from the previous collection, moving from day to night. S/S07 WEIRD SCIENCE Based on the 1985 movie of the same name, but the collection and show were also broken into five elements: Wind, Water, Fire, Earth and Heart. S/S09 DOLLIES AND PEARLS, OYSTERS AND SHELLS This was a tribute to our grandmas – old ladies having a tea party under the sea. A/W10 NIGHTMARE ON WALL STREET This was our reaction to the global financial crisis. S/S10 RENAISSANCE DINOSAUR Jurassic Park meets the Medici Court. A/W11 FRUIT AND FLOWERS A collection based on Chinese supermarkets and bric-a-brac shops! S/S11 THE ORACLE Art Deco meets The Neverending Story – the childlike empress wearing the fantastical clothing of Deco illustrator, Erte. 88
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The ‘masculine’ models also required their beauty make-overs, with a mixture of neutral cream base and strengthened brows with a mix of powder and eyebrow pencils, finishing the lips with a touch of clear balm. When it came to the hair, Guido slicked the hair into a tight French twist, leaving the hair at the crown out of the style for quiff-like height. “Girls like to play with androgyny� he said, as a final statement, slicking down the hair in front of the ears to resemble sideburns.
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ZFBST PG FNJSBUFT XPNBO GBTIJPO TALK US THROUGH THE ‘SEVEN EASY PIECES’… They’re a modern system of
dressing that takes you from day into night with sophistication and ease. These seven pieces create an entire wardrobe and while of course it changes every season to some degree, the philosophy stays the same. WHAT’S THE TRICK TO CHOOSING ITEMS THAT STAY TIMELESS? Stick with one colour
palette and seasonless fabrics such as jersey or gabardine, which can travel from climate to climate. It’s all about simplifying without sacrificing style or luxury. HOW WOULD YOU ADVISE US TO WORK THE ‘EASY PIECES’ INTO LIFE IN THE UAE?
Wear cotton or linen and stick to dresses or a tunic over capri-length leggings. I also love a nature-inspired palette, whether it’s sky and sea blues or parchments that look like brushwork and the desert. Also add the boldness of tribal beads.
as you’re only as good as the people you surround yourself with and, most important of all, time for yourself. I try to practice yoga every morning, but even when I can’t I will take five minutes or so to meditate and centre myself to find calm in the chaos of my day. WHAT HELPS BALANCE WORK AND LIFE?
First of all, I drink my green juice every morning [an apple and herbal-based green drink packed with nutrition that Donna began to drink daily once husband Stephan became ill] before yoga practice. Also, communication with my friends and
“I LOVE THAT WE’RE BRINGING A SLICE OF NEW YORK STYLE TO DUBAI“
WHAT DO YOU CONSIDER ‘MUST-HAVES’ FOR A WORKING WOMAN? I would say
family who I text throughout the day and a massage – I love one at the end of the day.
photos of your family in your office; I also have drawings from my grandchildren (the children of Donna’s daughter, Gabrielle, by her first marriage, to Mark Karan, in the 70s). Of course a great support staff,
TELL US ABOUT YOUR RELATIONSHIP WITH BLOOMINGDALE’S… Bloomingdale’s has
DONNA’S ULTIMATE EDIT – THE ‘EASY SEVEN’ 1. A BASIC ‘FOUNDATION’ DRESS – PREFERABLY SLEEVELESS. 2. JACKET OR COAT – YOU NEED THAT ONE GREAT TAILORED PIECE TO SUIT UP WHEN NEEDED. 3. BODYSUIT – I LIKE A V-NECK OR JUST SOMETHING BARE THAT SHOWS THE NECKLINE. 4. SKIRT – I LOVE PEGGED (TULIP OR BARREL) SKIRTS TO ELONGATE THE SILHOUETTE. 5. PANTS – LEAN PANTS WITH SOME STRETCH TO HELP YOU LOOK LONG AND LEGGY. 6. CASHMERE SWEATER – TO WEAR WITH A SKIRT, PANTS OR TO DRAPE OVER THE DRESS OR BODYSUIT. 7. AN EVENING PIECE – SOMETHING WITH SHINE, WHETHER IT’S SEQUINS OR LIQUID SATIN. IT CAN BE A TOP OR SKIRT, IT DOESN’T MATTER, JUST SOMETHING TO TRANSFORM DAY-TONIGHT.
always had a special place in my heart. Firstly, it’s the consummate New York City store; a true urban icon, setting trends and always abuzz with energy. It’s always ahead of its time in terms of fashion, innovation and new products. A visit to New York isn’t complete without a stop at Bloomingdale’s. YOU RECENTLY SAID THAT THE EAST IS A PLACE OF COMFORT FOR YOU, NOTABLY ISTANBUL. HOW DO YOU FEEL ABOUT LAUNCHING IN BLOOMINGDALE’S DUBAI THIS MONTH? I love, love, love Dubai!
What an amazing city. Talk about cuttingedge! And incredibly international, attracting the best of the best from around the world. I love that we’re bringing a slice of New York style to Dubai. It’s a perfect fit – sophisticated and urbane. I was there just a few years ago. Yet even before I went to Dubai, I had a love affair with the East. HOW SO? Oh, I could go on for days about my love for your part of the world: the exoticism, the colours, the textures, the artistry, the people, the traditions. I was lucky enough to be introduced to the East by my dear friend Christina Ong, who opened my eyes to this incredibly vast and diversified world and I can’t get enough. There’s always something new to discover and explore… ■
DONNA KARAN’S A/W11 COLLECTION IS AVAILABLE AT BLOOMINGDALE’S DUBAI. CALL (04) 3505333 FOR MORE INFORMATION.
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ACCORDING TO SKINCARE EXPERTS, REACHING 30 MARKS NO GOING BACK IN THE BATTLE AGAINST FINE LINE DAMAGE. THIS CALLS FOR DRASTIC MEASURES, DISCOVERS ELLE TIMMS ageing’ beauty benefits overrides ‘hypo-allergenic’ because, I’m sad to say, it’s wrinkle time. We are constantly told that when it comes to elasticity, clarity and general radiance of our complexions, the good times end at 30 years old. That’s when the regeneration of cells slows and depletion of collagen kicks in. In terms of injecting the ‘good’ stuff back in, I have a ‘never-say-never’ attitude to cosmetic fixers such as Botox. This is despite the rather alarming advert I noticed in a US magazine for one particular brand – two pages of disclaimer information that began with ‘life threatening side effects’. Gulp. At least I have it on good medical authority that
injections are also something to be left until one’s third decade. Every cloud and all that… In the meantime, I’ll be dabbing Vichy’s LiftActif Retinol HA under my eyes. It contains my friend Hyaluronic Acid, as well as Pro Retinol-A Complex (Dhs140 from all good pharmacies), which plumps and brightens things up a treat. Also look out for Estée Lauder’s Idealist Cooling Eye Illuminator, launching in the UAE in November (Dhs250), which boasts an always-cold ceramic application tip to banish lines, shadows and puffiness. If you’re looking for something a little stronger, another absolute musttry is Instant Tightening Serum by Clinicans Complex (Dhs250,
available from Cocoona on Al Wasl Road in Dubai or www. clinicianscomplex.com). Sweep on a tiny amount before a big night out and enjoy its s kin-friendly superglue effect; I’m hooked. To be quite honest, by the time I hit ‘oh-no 3-0’ I’ll have run out of excuses not to succumb to the dreaded needle, and I’m too inquisitive not to give it a go: no pain, no gain. It can’t be much worse than a pre-booked acid attack, which, incidentally, burned like a cat’s paws on a hot tin roof. But boy, did my skin look great afterwards.
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20th 5 ' , # 3 2 7 " 7 2 2 *'1# 1 . 5 - 0 2 & " & 1 A LITTLE TALISE TLC Unwind at Talise Spa, Jumeirah Emirates Towers, with a Talise signature ritual day package for two. The treatment includes a 55-minute full body massage, 30-minute session in the salt water floatation pool, 15-minute session in the oxygen bar and full day access to the health club and swimming pool. OCTOBER 2011
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22nd 2 0 # 2 + # , 21 2 1 # , 1 1 ' 5 - 0 2 & " & 1 3 . $ - 0 % 0 1 TIME FOR A TREAT Let SensAsia whisk you away from the stresses and strains of daily life with its incredible offer of 12 beauty treatments – that’s your yearly pampering sorted, then! Available at SensAsia Emirates Golf Club and SensAsia Express, Mall Of The Emirates, the must-try treatments include the warm bamboo rub and chocoholic’s dream.
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5 ' , 0 !#*#2 7 4 , ! * # # $ 0.#*1 FABULOUS FRIENDS If you’ve missed the fashionable resurrection of friendship bracelets, welcome back from your cave! The trend is everywhere this season, and Van Cleef & Arpels’ signature four leaf clover charm is the chicest version we’ve seen. Want it? Then hurry up and get clicking!
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27th 1 .*30%# 5 ' 2 & "&1 2 + 7 5 0"0 - # ! - + FILL MY WARDROBE With the likes of 3.1 Philip Lim, Mulberry, DKNY and Anya Hindmarch all lined up and ready for your taking, My-Wardrobe is the only designer online store worth a splurge this autumn. With Dhs3,000* to spend, a forever piece or investment accessory is just a click away. *Voucher is worth GBP500
0 3 , ! & 2 8 3 + $ - 0 7 - 3 , " $ ' 4 # $0'#,"1 HOT SEAT Without doubt the hottest place in the UAE to eat, drink and be fabulous, you and five of your most fashionable friends could enjoy the best food and bubbly that the iconic Zuma has to offer. Prepare to have the best brunch in town – on us.
28th 5 ' , 5 # # ) # , " 0 # 2 0 # 2 2 . 0 ) & 7 2 2 " 3 ' 5 - 0 2 & " & 1 PACK UP Stylish, serene and oozing city chic, the Park Hyatt Dubai is one of the emirate’s most exquisite hotels. Now you too can get with the fashion pack with a one-night stay in a Park Terrace Suite, complemented by breakfast for two, a pre-dinner drink and canapÊs at The Terrace and a couple’s massage at Amara Spa. Enjoy!
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29th 5 ' , + - * 2 - , 0 - 5 , # 327 & +.#0 5-02& "&1 BEAUTY QUEEN Block out some serious ‘me’ time and spoil yourself with an array of delicious goodies from the skin gurus at Molton Brown. With 18 products served up, including a relaxing bubble bath, gingerlily fragrance and a creamy hydrating body moisturiser, you’re in for a full top-to-toe treat.
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Without doubt one of the ’it’ bags of the season, this beauty from the house of Givenchy is about as gorgeous as totes get. The envy of any arm, this classic holdall will have you looking super stylish for many seasons to come.
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MULBERRY IS Mulberry’s London Fashion Week parties are legendary, the balloon filled bash of S/S10 a particular stand out soirée. The party continued last month, albeit on the other side of the pond, when creative director Emma Hill and co. moved destination to New York, to mark the label’s fabulous fortieth…
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ICONIC COVER In April 1991, Emirates Woman broke boundaries in the publishing industry, with its first ever cover to feature a male. The issue was honouring our soldiers that had been sent to war. OCTOBER 2011
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DESIGNERS In October 2009, the fabulous designers that are Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana guest-edited our fashion issue
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Aliya Tair is no stranger to fashion. Working as a buyer for Iconic, a new fashion destination for the younger generation, Aliya knows her Pucci from her Gucci. “I love that fashion is ever changing. The world would be such a boring place without fashion,� says Aliya. So when asked to be part of the shoot for EW, Aliya readily accepted. “Everything Mohammed does is nothing short of fantastic. I was glad to work on this shoot with him and the amazing EW team.�
Emirates Woman Award Nominee and Carbon 12 Art Gallery Co-Owner, Nadine Knotzer is usually surrounded by art and artists, but when her friend Mohammed asked her to be part of the EW shoot, she knew it was something to be part of. “Mohammed and I share a passion for art and fashion. I was excited and honoured to be a part of the collaboration because of Mohammed, with his amazing sense of style, and Emirates Woman, one of the leading fashion magazines in the region. They created something unique, using regular girls together with the best fashion brands.�
TAMARA AL GABBANI TV PRESENTER & CO-OWNER OF HOUSE OF GLAMO As co-owner of Mohammed Sultan Al Habtoor’s internationally acclaimed house of glaMO label and with her experience in front of the camera, it is no surprise that TV presenter Tamara Al Gabbani was an ideal choice to be model for a day. Talking of her friend and business partner, Tamara says: “Be it art, fashion or any other creative field, Mohammed has the vision and approach you see only in pioneers or creative geniuses. He is one to watch, not just locally, but internationally too.�
MOHAMMED SULTAN AL HABTOOR Here at Emirates Woman we love to lead the way in UAE fashion and so we were delighted when Emirati stylist extraordinaire Mohammed Sultan Al Habtoor came on board to work with the team and style a fashion shoot for our very special Fashion Issue. “I felt very honoured to be part of this project as an Emirati,� explains Mohammed. “I believe this is a first, for a UAE national to be invited to take part in something like this – styling and directing a photo shoot with a team of experts from the fashion industry.� With his intuitive sense for fashion, art and style
MARJORIE M RAYMOND ARTIST/ABSTRACT PAINTER and international critical acclaim following the launch of his T-shirts under his fashion label house of glaMO, Mohammed jumped at the opportunity, whilst hoping to inspire other UAE nationals interested in a career in fashion. “My challenge and task was amazing. I had a limited budget, used normal everyday girls and had only eight hours to complete the shoot. But I love working under pressure. Plus, with the fantastic EW team, and working so well together, we produced a fantastic editorial.�
Although Marjorie’s main passion in life is her career as an artist and abstract painter, she also has a serious penchant for fashion. “I love wearing long elegant dresses with high heels,� says Marjorie. “Shoes and accessories though are my weakness.� So with her creative eye and love of fashion, Mohammed knew that Marjorie was a must for his shoot and, of course, Marjorie would don the heels for such an occasion: “Mohammed is a dear friend of mine and he asked me to participate. I like to support my friend’s endeavours.�
NINA TROJANOVIC PROJECT MANAGER FOR THE ARTS Working in a creative industry organising activities and working closely with a number of galleries, Nina Trojanovic not only has an eye for the arts, but for also for fashion. So working with Mohammed Sultan Al Habtoor was a must for Nina: “It’s great to see an Emirati trying their hand at styling. Mohammed has such a keen eye for fashion and creatively and is a step ahead of most of us. The fact that the shoot was for Emirates Woman only assured me that it would be nothing less than pure quality and professionalism. It was great to work with the team.�
LIZA JIMENEZ DE LUNA INTERIOR DESIGNER With a flair for style, interior designer Liza Jimenez de Luna spends her days in creative meetings and on site visits, but she has a certain affinity with fashion: “I love that fashion allows you to interpret your personality or mood through clothing.� When approached by Mohammed, Liza knew that by swapping her drawing board for the camera flash she was going to be part of something truly special. “I admire Mohammed Sultan’s creativity and he has a real gift with helping women to find clothes that make them feel confident and beautiful.�
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unning into Sarah Jessica Parker on the streets of her beloved New York City on a late afternoon this summer was one of those pinch-me moments – unexpected, satisfying and surreal all at once. She is smaller in person than one might expect, with a beauty and delicacy that does not always translate onto the screen. Perhaps what is most striking about her is how normal she seems; she’s just like everyone else. In this case, a working mum and career woman who wears a multitude of hats while constantly striving for that ultimate work/life balance. Dressed in boyfriend jeans, informal T-shirt and Converse sneakers, she navigated a narrow sidewalk in the West Village with a double-decker stroller carrying her almost twoyear-old twins, Loretta and Tabitha, all the time steadily chatting with her children’s nanny. Watching her pass drew an instant parallel to her character Kate in her new movie I Don’t Know How She Does It (out this month), an adaptation of the 2002 best-seller from author Allison Pearson.
The movie, focusing on Kate Reddy’s trials and tribulations as a woman juggling everything life throws at her, is the perfect blend of satire and compassion balanced within comedic moments – a genre Sarah handles deftly –reminiscent of her Sex And The City storylines. Perhaps the similarity of how Carrie and Kate weave through life, relationships, motherhood and matters of the heart is the catalyst for the positive buzz surrounding the film. The girl’s done good and the critics are applauding. This movie might just provide Sarah with a long sought-after second act following her SATC
Schwab and investor Harvey Weinstein also parted ways with Halston, further fuelling speculation about the brand’s finances and future. As for Sarah, her sartorial entourage waits eagerly to learn which fashion designer she’ll be flirting with next. After all, her style is just too darn good to go to waste. But to her latest movie, and one cannot help but notice the parallels drawn between herself and her onscreen alter ego. Kate is a mother juggling two young children, a marriage and a demanding career with increasing expectations. Sarah, of course, has three young children, an extremely demanding film and fashion career and is nurturing a 14year marriage to fellow actor, Matthew Broderick. But, by her own admission, her home life is far simpler and more efficient than any of the characters she plays, especially with the added luxury of hired help and the financial security that her pay cheque brings. “When I read the script, Kate reminded me so much of myself and of all the mothers out there who are handling being a mum probably far better than me!” she says. “I have more support and face smaller hardships, but we’re all just trying to be good at our job.” Being a mother in real life certainly helped allow Sarah to nurture her role to good affect. “It was nice to be a mother both on and off set,” she says. “To know how to really hold a child, to just get in their face and really relate to them and their life.”
'I have more support and face smaller hardships, but we’'re all just trying to be good at our job” success, which so far (think Failure To Launch and Did You Hear About The Morgans) has eluded her. This year has been a relatively quiet one for SJP if previous years are anything to go by. She spent nine weeks shooting I Don’t Know How She Does It, and is part of the all-star ensemble of New Year’s Eve, a Gary Marshall comedy which is guaranteed to be a box-office big hitter. She also wrapped up her duties as Chief Creative Officer for Halston Heritage, an unexpected move that had the rumour mills churning all summer as to the reasoning behind the resignation. Designer Marios
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“Well, we cook dinner every night because we rarely go out. Two-year-olds in a restaurant? That’'s not fair on anybody else!'' As if to further prove similarities between the actor and her character, there is a scene in the movie when Kate, en route to a critical meeting, receives a text that stops her in her tracks; her son has been sent home from school with head lice. Sarah laughs: “When we were shooting that scene, my son actually got an email from his school to say that lice had been found in his group. These are definitely not uncommon emails to receive!” Talking about her off-set family life, she’s very content with her lot. “I’m from a family of eight, so I’ve always been surrounded by a huge group. It’s what I enjoy – the group, the sounds, it’s all familiar.” So does her family consider her a supermum like the rest of the world? She laughs: “Oh, I don’t know. I’m sure they feel appreciation for me as a mother, but I’m pretty sure they don’t think ‘boy, I’m impressed with her!’ It doesn’t really factor in their view.” And with regards to her home life, who calls the shots? “It’s definitely a democracy!” she says. “Our son [James Wilkie] is of voting age, so yes, he’s a big part of that!” But Sarah certainly never professes to know it all. She handles the same situations that everyday motherhood throws up just like the rest of us. “We all sometimes think you have 45-minutes to do something, but then the nap doesn’t happen or it happened late, and suddenly the time has gone!” she laughs.
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And if time were a gift we could give her, how would she spend it? “I would sleep more! I’d also see friends or family. It’s like Kate says in the movie, when you have kids you just don’t get to see people in the same way you used to. My family all lives really close, some down the street from me, but we’re all busy.” The film’s scenes of daily domesticity ask how it’s possible to be the perfect mother, as well as a workingwoman – something that resonates with millions of women. “I think that’s a question for women the world over. Each person has a different story about how effective they think they are at home or at work,” she says. “I have a slightly different experience than these women due to my job, so I can’t speak for how they feel about juggling so much. Are they trying to do everything because they have to, because they want to or because it makes them feel good? I see a lot of enormously successful women – some are leaders, others are quietly successful… there a million stories.”
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Despite her humbleness, is she attempting to be the all-round domestic goddess that Kate aspires to be? “Well, we cook dinner every night because we rarely go out. Two-year-olds in a restaurant? That’s not fair on anybody else!” she laughs. “So, yes, somebody’s got to fix them dinner. But I wouldn’t say I’m a great baker, although I do make my children’s birthday cakes every year.” At the age of 46, a time when most female moviestars’ careers tend to plateau, Sarah seems to be rewriting the rulebook. Continuing in front of the camera, as well as behind it, her new role as producer has given her a much-coveted string to her bow. “I love acting, it’s what I’ve been doing for nearly 30 years,” she explains. “But there’s something fascinating about the process of producing and how you collaborate with different people, such as script writers. Producing, and getting close to the writers, has been like a second career for me and I’ve loved it – but don’t ever make me choose between the two!” During a second chance encounter with the diminutive star on a West Village street in late August this year, I caught Sarah hailing a cab in true Carrie Bradshaw style – all ripped jeans and high heels. Watching Sarah at her most ‘Carrie’ reminded me of the ‘are they/ aren’t they’ rumours about the making of the
“ Producing, and getting close to the writers, has been like a second career for me and I’'ve loved it - but don’'t ever make me choose between the two!' much-hyped new SATC movie – or TV show, if other rumours are to be believed. The movie is hotly-tipped to be a prequel about the ‘early years’, its all-star cast set to include the ever-fabulous Blake Lively (Gossip Girl and front row fashion alumni) as a young Carrie. For me, and her millions of fans, the suspense is pure torture. Resisting the urge to stop her and politely ask for the inside scoop so I can ‘officially’ break the story, I simply tried to read the smile she gave whilst walking past. There was a definite ‘I know something you don’t’ know’ twinkle in her eye, and one that has given me hope. Sarah Jessica Parker is a woman credited with many skills, and one of them is keeping us on our toes. She’s certainly very au fait with juggling a career and motherhood with stylish aplomb, so surely squeezing in one more movie will be water of a Burberry mac’s back? But for now, until my next runin, it’ll have to be case of, ‘never say never’.
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orry, I’m a few minutes late,â€? says Rino when we meet. She produces the perfect Hollywood smile and places her mobile in its Louis Vuitton case. “It took a little longer than expected at the hairdresser.â€? At 1.50m tall, Rino isn’t particularly short by Japanese standards. But to an adult European she looks like someone’s little sister. Albeit a particularly charming little sister with a carefully applied layer of make-up and a haircut she could happily show off at any chic gala occasion. It is eight o’clock on Friday evening and a lot of the high-rise ofďŹ ce buildings in the Tokyo district of Roppongi are still occupied by so-called ‘salarymen’ with their grey suits and dull ties. In Japan it is normal to have to continue working through the night. But Rino isn’t here for an ofďŹ ce job. She works in a more adventurous sector of Japanese business. Out of the corner of their eyes, the men who hurry past check out the girl in the high heels. She ignores their stares. “Tokyo is divided into two completely different worlds,â€? Rino explains a little later, as she steps into the lift in the lobby of an inconspicuous building. “As long as the sun shines, everything is about work and discipline. But when it gets dark, certain parts of the city change completely.â€? In Tokyo there is a vast industry aimed at helping hardworking men forget their cares: the Japanese call it the mizu shobai, or the ‘water trade’. This is the name for the glittering world of modern day geishas, hostesses and other forms of adult entertainment. “In fact it’s very simple,â€? says Rino as the lift doors slide open. “The men want our attention; we want their money.â€? Preparing for her night-shift as a hostess in a Tokyo nightclub, 24-year-old Rino Ojima applies the finishing touches
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ATTENTION IS EXPENSIVE Rino has worked for the past four years as a hostess in the small Club Frau hostess bar. In modern Tokyo, hostesses have partly taken the place of traditional geishas. The idea is the same, but without the kimono, the white make-up, and the bound feet. The task of the girls in the hostess clubs is to amuse men, generally businessmen. But every customer knows the boundaries: touching is strictly prohibited. Entry to Club Frau costs 10,000 yen (Dhs500) per hour. But that’s not where the hostesses earn their money. They work on a commission basis. The more the customer spends, the more makes its way into their pocket. A large part of their work involves persuading the men, in the most charming way imaginable, to order as many, and the most expensive, drinks as possible. Soft drinks won’t help much. So a successful hostess will persuade her client that drinking a bottle of a premium, labeled drink will make them both much happier. A bottle costs around 130,000 yen (Dhs6,300) – and that’s for the cheapest. You might expect that for that much money you would be in an exclusive club. But it’s no cheaper anywhere else. The interior of Club Frau is unremarkable. In one corner is a bar; along the walls are sitting areas with benches and chairs. Red velvet curtains try their best to make the whole scene seem somewhat more romantic. But the undimmed lighting destroys the illusion. After a short guided tour, Rino excuses herself. She is the first of the 12 girls working here tonight to arrive, and she starts work in just over an hour, but she must first get dressed. The dressing room
at Club Frau is nothing more than a spacious cupboard. In the corner are dozens of pairs of shoes, all with high heels. A rack on the opposite side of the room is full of skimpy dresses. Ten minutes later the door opens and Rino appears, now robed in a frothy pink dress covered in sparkling glitter and sequins. She smiles temptingly. But the smile is not reflected in her eyes.
MONEY IS ADDICTIVE It is still some time before the first guests will arrive, and until then we can talk freely with Rino. As soon as the club opens, we too must pay for her attention. Once in her workplace, she slips easily and quickly into her role of the perfect hostess. She listens attentively and routinely refills the glasses. “Of course, I never expected I would ever come here,” she says, while scanning the room. “Five years ago my boyfriend and I moved from the island of Okinawa. Back home I had a job as dive instructor, but we had big ambitions for Tokyo. He was going to start a business and I was going to study. Only it didn’t work out as planned.” Their relationship ended within six months and Rino suddenly had to fend for herself. Her savings quickly dried up and studying was no longer an option. Her job in a restaurant was barely enough to cover the rent. Then she heard from a colleague that she could make more from a few hours in a hostess bar than she could in a whole week working in the restaurant. “At first I said I would never do anything like it in my life,” she continues. “But when the OCTOBER 2011
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ZFBST PG FNJSBUFT XPNBO HMPCBM SFQPSU lack of money meant I was threatened with eviction, I changed my mind. Two days later I started here.” She was soon addicted. Not to drugs or drink, but to money. Whereas previously she had to cut back on her spending, as a hostess she was suddenly earning a considerable amount. After a six-day working week Rino can take home Dhs15,000 – in cash, because her boss doesn’t want to pay tax. “In the beginning I thought I was rich and would save a lot. I gave myself a year; then I told myself I could keep this job and also study. But nothing came of that plan. All my money gets used up every month on shopping, foreign travel and going out. That savings account is still empty.” But Rino has made a new deal with herself. Four more years, then she will give up her work. “I want children, and the last I would wish on them is for them to end up doing this. Of course it pays well, but it is an empty existence. I have no time for anybody and am going crazy from smiling the whole time. At some point I might not know anything different and I’ll always be stuck in the role of the perfect hostess.”
better than expected, she says. She shows me the bill: approximately 30,000 yen (Dhs1,300) for three hours. Rino shrugs. She has nothing to be ashamed of. For many young Tokyo women spending considerable sums for an evening’s amusement in a host bar is the most normal thing in the world. “What else can I do?” she wonders aloud. “I have no time for friendship. I sometimes work six evenings per week, until well into the night. The following day I get up late and must then, for example, go to the hairdresser to get my hair done for the next evening.” Moreover, Japan does not have the same culture of cafés and bars that people in Europe are used to. Social life takes place mainly in restaurants – not a particularly
easy place to meet new people. For a hostess, host bars are a great way to keep up their socialising after work. And a hostess doesn’t always want other people to know that she is paying huge amounts of money for an illusion. “In the meantime Utaka is my friend,” Rino says. “I go to him about once a week after work, sometimes with my girlfriends.” And yes, she has to pay for this. But she does so willingly. “We might possibly be able to meet outside working hours, but at least this way he will earn something. And I let him, as he is like a younger brother to me.” A visit to host bar is simply the least complicated solution for a hostess. With the money Rino earns by selling her company,
ONE ILLUSION PAYS THE OTHER A couple of days later we meet Rino by chance in the Kabukicho entertainment district. It is one in the morning as she emerges from Club Bomb in the arms of a young man. He’s wearing a black suit; she’s sporting jeans, a simple top and barely any make-up. Rino is beaming, happy. Her artificial smile has disappeared. Instead of the perfect little princess, she is a happy young woman. Neon adverts light up the narrow streets of Tokyo’s most notorious neighbourhood. Kabukicho is home to more than 3,000 bars, clubs and so-called ‘love hotels’: places where rooms are available by the hour. The love hotels offer young couples the chance to be alone with one another. But dozens of host bars form the most important attraction here. These are the male equivalent of the club where Rino works: where men amuse women for large sums of money. And it follows the same general rules as those that apply in hostess bars. Seduction, but no sex. And the more a client spends, the more she will earn for her host. “I was here this evening as a client of Utaka,” Rino says a little later, when she has just said goodbye to her ‘date’ and is ordering in a restaurant. What did the evening cost her? This time it turned out 142
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While the work is exhausting and often frowned up, for Rino, this is her only option at present
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“I BROUGHT KAZUO NOT ONLY BECAUSE HE’S A FRIEND, BUT ALSO BECAUSE HE’S A GOOD CUSTOMER OF MINE”
IN THE HOST BAR Three days later, Rino has spruced herself up for the occasion. And she is not alone. She has brought her girlfriend, housemate and fellow hostess with her, Izumi. The other girl wears coloured lenses that make her eyes seem somewhat ghostly. But most remarkable of all is the man who steps out of the taxi with the two girls. Kazuo Kinoshita is a client of Rino’s – the only one she sees as a friend outside her work. By coincidence today is also his birthday. And to make matters even more complicated, Rino the hostess is taking her client to celebrate his birthday to the host bar where her boyfriend works. “Indeed,” Rino says. “Why not?” Club Ritz is not somewhere you would end up in by accident. The small host bar is located on the fifth floor of an inconspicuous building on the edge of the entertainment district. It is not advertised at street level, and only once in the lift does it become clear what happens inside. Beside the buttons for the different floors are small plaques with the suggestive names of several other host bars. Club Passion for example, or Club Freedom. Once inside, we are welcomed by four hosts. All are dressed alike in tight suits, with neatly coiffured long hair and plucked eyebrows. The senior member of the group is Taiga, Rino’s boyfriend. The youngsters waste no time – and before we barely have time to blink, the party is in full swing. As
the premium drinks flow, Rino watches with a smile. This will be an expensive evening for her. Once the party is over, she will pay the whole bill. According to her that’s logical. “I brought Kazuo not only because he’s a friend, but also because he’s a good customer of mine. If you add together everything he’s spent on me over the years, this it is least I can do. Kazuo doesn’t just spend a lot of money in the club, he also regularly takes me and my girlfriend, Izumi, on trips. And moreover, part of the money is for Taiga.” At a table in another corner of the bar, a girl sits with two other hosts. She too is here to celebrate her birthday – without friends, but with boys who will make her feel like a princess. On the table is a cream cake with strawberries. The girl beams with happiness.
WORK DESTROYS YOU Two hours, several drinks and a cake with candles later, birthday boy Kazuo risks a karaoke session. He sings atrociously. Taiga finally gets to sit alone with Rino, now that his girlfriend doesn’t have to look after her client. “I don’t get jealous any more,” he says. I’ve been too long in this profession for that. But it’s still a strange idea to think that every evening Rino is entertaining men and I’m entertaining women.” Taiga says that in the host bars too,
you can earn incredible amounts of money. “Young ladies have rich parents who give them money. When it’s used up, they just get more from daddy.” In the last month, Taiga’s work generated two million yen (Dhs847,000). After deducting costs half of this was left for him – but not all the money disappears into his pocket. “The art is to get a girl to fall in love with you. The more in love she is, the more you earn. But to keep her affections, it is important its give gifts. And those gifts must be in proportion to what she spends on you. A bunch of flowers isn’t enough. The last thing I bought for a client for example was a bag worth a couple of thousand euro (Dhs10,000).” Then Taiga is called away by his boss and Rino is left sitting alone. “The longer I work in this world, the more I realise it isn’t making me happy,” she says quietly. “And not only that, it’s also terribly bad for your health.” The binge drinking and long nights have taken their toll on Taiga. He’s been in the business for 15 years, and his liver has been destroyed by alcohol. Moreover a vein in his head has burst; every day he has to go to the hospital to get it checked. “These are not the things you see when you start,” Rino says, with tears in her eyes. “I want him to stop, but how can I possibly expect that of him if I can’t even do it myself?”
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GEISHA FACTS In Japanese culture it is traditionally the man who earns the money. But even in this country old roles are becoming blurred. Many women also go out to work. This has led to an interesting phenomenon: more and more women are postponing getting married because they are not dependent on a spouse’s income. An extreme form of this is the so-called ‘parasite single’: 144
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a women with a job but without a man, who continues living in her parents’ home. Tokyo is an international city where foreign businessmen, tourists and expats also want to explore the culture of host and hostess bars. For men, that is still relatively simple. The Roppongi district has clubs where English-speaking girls work.
But foreigners are not generally welcome in most hostess bars. The same strict rules do not apply to foreign women, but it is highly likely they would feel out of place in a host bar. Few Japanese men master English. The chances are foreign women will be firmly, but politely, refused entry at the door. In Japan, as elsewhere, many
young men and women travel from the countryside to the city dream of making their fortune. And just as everywhere else, that dream frequently turns out to be an illusion. Many end up working in coffee shops, restaurants, or – more often than not – in an impersonal office. If they can find a job at all, that is – unemployment has risen sharply in the country in the last year, and the outlook is bleak.
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QUALITY? LOUISA VUITTON, PRADO AND MARK JACOBS... CLOSE, BUT NO CIGAR. FASHION, BUT AT WHAT PRICE, ASKS SOPHIE JONES-COOPER
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he demand for fake luxury goods is nothing new. It fuels an illicit trade that is damaging luxury brands, draining the economy and supporting organised crime. And while the UAE enforces penalties and fines for those caught selling counterfeit goods here, there is nothing illegal about buying a fake Fendi or a replica Rolex‌
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the financial implications, counterfeits cause serious damage to the reputation of the original brand” THE FACTS Counterfeiting is a well-known global problem that has been around for over 2,000 years – trademarking goes back to ancient times when counterfeit coins were deemed popular collector’s items by the Romans. A 2010 EU report suggests that up to three million consumers in the EU alone buy luxury counterfeit goods – supporting a trade which abuses intellectual property rights including trademarks, patents and copyrights. Unfortunately, the severity of this booming trade is not easy to calculate, due to its illegal nature, as only figures for seizures of counterfeit goods are available. This is an industry shrouded in secrecy and the hard-hitting facts of its inner workings are hidden under misspelled labels and second rate stitching.
THE JOURNEY So where are these counterfeit goods produced and how do they make their way to market stalls and back alley stores around the world? Economists believe eight per cent of China’s GDP comes from the sale of counterfeit goods, so it comes as no surprise it is considered the world’s biggest producer of fakes. And with its prime shipping location between China, Europe, Africa and the rest of the world, as well as its many free zones, the UAE is a readymade breeding ground for the black market. 148
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“A free zone is a good place to repackage counterfeit goods and send them on,” explains Peter Lowe, director of the ICC Counterfeiting Intelligence Bureau.. “Once inside the UAE, it has become difficult to identify the core supplier of the pirated products and take action against them,” adds Ola Khudair, from the Arabian Anti-Piracy Association.
THE IMPLICATIONS While a shopper’s main concern may be whether or not their fake will be spotted by fellow fashionistas, there are far more serious consequences for the luxury brands who are victims of this copycat trade. The implications include a loss of revenue from sales, profits and royalties and the added costs of policing and fighting the illegal traders, all of which can lead to a decline in a company’s growth. Then there is the potential decline in customers who, when faced with a cheaper option, side with the fake. “Besides the financial implications, counterfeits cause serious damage to the reputation of the original brand,” explains Shuichi Kanno of Casio Computer Company who, along with the Sharjah Economic Development Department, was responsible for the recent seizure of 10,440 fake watches. “These products are far inferior, lack the craftsmanship and attention to detail of originals.” Emmanuel De Lassardiere, manager of Dubai’s multi-brand luxury department store Galeries Lafayette, adds: “Luxury products are not easy to understand. It’s not just a logo or
an image, it’s also all in the detail, the design and the commitment to quality and manufacturing.” Chanel, Louis Vuitton, Dolce&Gabbana and Hermès, some of the most abused victims of this trade, declined to comment on how counterfeiting affects their business. Perhaps due to the illegal nature of the business and the inferior quality of the products, the companies would rather focus privately on their commitment to fighting this illegal trade without making public statements. After all, more often than not their genuine customers are loyal and don’t go anywhere near counterfeits. Contrary to popular belief, there is some evidence that the sale of fakes can actually aid luxury brands. An EU funded report in 2010 stated: “There is evidence that [the sale of fakes] actually helps the brands by quickening the fashion cycle and raising brand awareness.” The brands, however, do not agree. Speaking to The Telelgraph last year, a spokesperson for Louis Vuitton commented: “The sale of counterfeit goods is a serious offence whose revenue funds criminal organisations at the expense of consumers, companies and governments.” A representative from Burberry also stated: “Counterfeiting is taken extremely seriously. Where a case is proved, Burberry will always push for the maximum penalty.” Luxury shoe brand Christian Louboutin has even set up its own website, www.stopfakelouboutin.com, in order to raise awareness of the negative effects of fake goods, but again, when asked to comment, the brand declined.
ZFBST PG FNJSBUFT XPNBO GFBUVSF WHO REALLY BENEFITS? “Whilst buying counterfeit goods appear to be a victimless crime,” explains Emmanuel, “research has indicated that, much to the consumer’s surprise, the production of these fake goods are associated with human trafficking, child labour, money laundering and other truly sinister deeds.” In a recent feature on Euronews exploring a downturn in Italy’s fashion trade, Santo Versace commented: “If you purchase a counterfeit product, first of all you’re supporting the black economy and, in practice, tax evasion as well as child labour and the financing of organised crime. If you buy a fake article I think that you’ll be ashamed of yourself.” The brands are not profitting, the economy is not profitting, but criminals and terrorists are.
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But little awareness is made of what goes on behind closed doors and questioning the quality and production process of black market copies, which can sell for an eighth of the cost of the genuine item, is often not a consideration. “I love designer bags, but I can’t afford the real thing,” explains Emma Blake a 35-year-old journalist who lives in Dubai. Emma gets her ‘fake’ fix in order to keep up with the Jones’ on a salary that doesn’t stretch to designer prices. And with the quality of fakes continuing to improve, genuinelooking counterfeits are becoming more and more common. “My sister brings copycat bags from the UAE over to the States for me and no one ever knows the difference,” explains Lara Speare a 30-year-old actress from LA. “Why should I spend so much on the real thing? I like to take the compliment and move on.”
ANTI-COUNTERFEIT ACTIONS In France, there are now fines in place for buying fake goods and a UAE-based flight attendant was recently stopped and fined for wearing a fake watch. But here in the UAE the only punishment is for the traders, who can be fined up to Dhs50,000, as well as also facing a trade suspension for up to 90 days. The UAE’s Department of Economic Development (DED) and Dubai Customs are seriously cracking down on illegal traders and exporters. “Since 2008, a major shift in the approach to intellectual property rights violations has been conducted at Dubai Customs,” said Ahmed Butti, Director General of Dubai Customs,
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psychological crossroads so early in life? “In our 20s we tend to conform to the current stereotypical agenda; getting an education, passing exams and getting a job,” says Emily Cheyne, a professional life coach and founder of Dubai-based Know How Life. “When we hit our late 20s and move into our 30s, finances, careers and relationships all pile on more stress. It’s tough getting a job that gives you full satisfaction and progressing – to the level you want – is even harder. In previous generations, women were usually settled by the age of 30. They’d had the career, but were most likely married, and the owner of property, by now,” she adds. It’s true that our mothers and grandmothers were happier to let work take the back seat when the time to begin a family came along – property markets were less aggressive, men were the default breadwinner and women entered the workforce at, on average, an earlier age.
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saturated by their choice and potential – it’s this that leads to the crisis.” Dina, a 34-year-old expat, says that her crisis came having hit 30 and realising what her friends had achieved – and what she hadn’t. “Moving back to Dubai was an eye-opener for me,” she says. “Although I am originally from the Middle East, it wasn’t until I moved here from London that I started to really question my life. In London, everyone seemed to be single and I had friends of a similar age, but here, I’m surrounded by married couples and their little families.” With the realisation dawning that perhaps she was missing her window of opportunity, panic set in. “Looking at my
friends I realise how different our lives are, but most poignantly, how I’ve neglected that aspect of mine to focus on my career and have kid-free fun. So what do I do now?” Sarah believes tell-tale signs of the quarter-life crisis include four signs. “Firstly, wanting a change for the sake of change. You feel trapped and bored in some aspect of your life. Secondly, you might make a drastic change with regards to your career, money matters or your relationship. Thirdly, you might become obsessed with your appearance and lastly you might feel overwhelmed by anxiety and depression that life will pass by too fast without you having done all you wanted to.”
A ‘keeping up with the Joneses’ attitude that many of us have – whether we like to admit it or not – can also be a huge factor, as we constantly compare ourselves with friends and family with the help of social networking sites such as Facebook. “If you feel you are constantly struggling to keep up or comparing yourself to others who you perceive as doing well, then you need to check in with yourself,” says Emily. “Listen to the language you use; words like ‘should’, ‘must’ and ‘ought’ all pile on the pressure with the potential to lead to a crisis. Stop listening to your inner saboteur and focus on what you already have before working out what you’d next like to achieve.” According to research by Dr Oliver
IS FIGHT THE CRIS A STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE Recognise and realise: Identify feelings of inadequacy, disappointment and depression. Is this your quarter-life crisis? If so, take control of the situation. Want, not should: Who are you trying to please? If it’s not yourself, question whether what you’re striving for is best for you and move your goalposts. Break the cycle: Change your habits to bring some joy back into your life and learn to appreciate what’s really important to you. Set goals: With a renewed perspective,
draw up realistic targets that will have a positive effect on your life. Take control: If financial problems are adding to your worries, see a financial advisor. If body image issues are getting you down, find a personal trainer. Take those nagging worries in hand and face them directly. Get help: The quarter-life crisis is becoming more and more common – whether it’s discussing your feelings with friends and family or seeing a professional, don’t feel you have to fight it alone.
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ZFBST PG FNJSBUFT XPNBO QTZDIPMPHZ “I never thought that at 30 I would be so insecure, both financially and in my personal life. When you are younger you think it’ll be different” Robinson from the University of Greenwich in London, in association with Birbeck College, the average length of a quarterlife crisis is two years and the key to breaking its cycle is to turn it into a positive experience – whether that’s by making changes or simply learning to see things from a different perspective. Deborah, a 34-year-old British expat did just that. “Rather than viewing it as a crisis, I saw it as an opportunity to re-evaluate life and initiate change,” she says. “I shed the values, beliefs and expectations that I’d been clinging to but were no longer relevant or realistic and moved forward with a positive attitude. My crisis, so to speak, was my catalyst for change.” So how do we identify the factors that are having a negative effect on our lives, and the ones we need to focus on in order to move past a crisis point? Emily explains that a major point of transition is realising what we really want, as opposed to what others think we should be working towards. “What do you actually want for yourself?” asks Emily. “What are you hoping to attain? Then set some realistic
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goals and, most importantly, get support, whether that’s from a professional or from a loved one.” Even small changes can have a big effect on feelings of dissatisfaction, allowing a break from the routine to re-evaluate what’s really important. “Staying positive and getting an ‘attitude of gratitude’ will emphasise the good, which makes finding more of it is intrinsically important,” says Sarah. “Small adjustments, even things like taking up a hobby, hugging a child or taking a ‘time out’ a few times a day, all add up to more a balanced way of life. And balance is a good launch pad for thinking about the next step.” So, while we may all be in a rush to get the most out of life as possible, the fact is that there’s still plenty of life – and time – to come and, most importantly, we can do what we want with it. Approaching our quarter-life shouldn’t be a time of constant comparisons, always seeking out something new, bigger or shinier, it should be about taking stock, realising your achievements and learning to appreciate your own success. Only then should you move forwards with the next phase and the next set of goals. There will always be places to visit, rungs of the career ladder to climb, and personal milestones to reach, but the emphasis is on taking your time to get there, as haste only piles on more pressure. A quarter-life crisis doesn’t need to have negative connotations, because depending what angle you approach it from, it can ultimately be a life-changing experience for the positive.
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CASE STUDIES SARAH, 31, BRITISH LIVING IN DUBAI “I had a mini-meltdown when I turned 30 last year. I didn’t want anything for my birthday. No party, no presents, no acknowledgement of getting older. I was in complete denial. It was odd as I’m usually very rational but suddenly I was fixated on being unmarried and everyone around me having babies. To add to this, I had just started a new business and felt very insecure about my professional life too. I have struggled financially in Dubai – money seems to be very key here. Socially, you need finances to support the activities friends always seem to want to do. I have also found out that I will need to have IVF to conceive. I went to university nine years ago and I never thought that at 30 I would be so insecure, both financially and in my personal life. When you are younger you think it’ll be different. I feel like I suddenly reached 30 with no warning, but I wasn’t where I hoped I’d be. Suddenly everything hinges around the age equation.”
ALIA, 34, PAKISTANI LIVING IN THE UAE “I never thought I would be one of those people who was fixated on their age. I was fine with it until I reached 32; suddenly 33 was looming and I could no longer ignore the fact that I was firmly in my 30s. I know lots of people envy my lifestyle; I earn good money, have a wonderful social life and look younger than I am. Yet I’m 34 and very single. You get to this stage in life that you wonder if you should have made different choices. I always thought I’d eventually have children, so work was a means of earning money rather than a particular calling in life. Perhaps I should have actually concentrated more on that as now, although I am comfortable, I’m far from achieving my professional pinnacle and am without a family, too. Hindsight can be very powerful.”
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Nearly two decades ago, and with just Dhs2,500 in her pocket, Hazel founded Biz-group, which she has developed from a small training company into an organisation of professionals servicing the Middle East’s corporate training, team building and business strategy needs. Passionate about performance, Biz-group’s success is a testament to Hazel’s entrepreneurial spirit. A strong believer in the multiplying effect of exceptional leadership, Hazel conducts strategic workshops for executives, is a regular commentator on business leadership issues and a keynote speaker at HR conferences throughout the region and internationally delivers best practices to her audience.
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Ignoring advice to steer clear of photography, as ‘it wasn’t a substantial career choice’, Alia followed her creative instincts to receive both a BA and MA in the field. Now a top photojournalist and the first female Emirati professional photographer, she also works to promote and support local talent through one-off, solo and group exhibitions, which serve as a platform for cultural dialogue between the diverse communities in the UAE. Her work has been published in newspapers and magazines across the Gulf and she has visited countries such as Pakistan, to photograph the devastation of an earthquake, and Saudi Arabia, to interview Prince Al Waleed bin Talah in Riyadh.
Acting as a fairy godmother to artists in the region, Amna tirelessly promotes and supports local and emerging talent. She is a co-owner of Green Art Gallery, which was founded in 1995, an institution renowned for recognising and showcasing artists from not only the Middle East, but also Turkey and North Africa. The gallery provides quality, contemporary exhibitions with a focus on art influenced by the heritage and culture of the Arab world. With a Master’s Degree in Health Education, Amna has also spent the last 10 years as a board member for Al Noor Training Centre for Children with Special Needs.
Iranian-born Amanda has lived a cosmopolitan life in Sweden and London, where she worked with brands such as Jimmy Choo before launching her own line of luxury python handbags in 2010. Each handbag offers a unique interpretation of the classic clutch from reversible designs, interchangeable straps and a selection of candy colour palettes. Amanda only uses organic-bred python for her bags, which must also have CITES certification. She also ensures that 10 percent of all proceeds go to charitable causes. Within one year, she had exhibited at the Saatchi Gallery and her bags were launched in Bloomingdale’s, Saks Fifth Avenue and Etoile.
Rebecca began her career in broadcast journalism interviewing CEOs and Heads of State on CNBC and Bloomberg. She also anchored Dubai One’s flagship business and current affairs programme. Working as a television and print journalist for more than a decade, Rebecca has interviewed countless modern day cultural icons from Kanye West to Vivienne Westwood. A champion of the arts, she’s also shared talk time with prominent Emiratis, such as curator and artist Rami Farook, film-maker Ali Mustafa and author Maha Gargash. She founded RMD-Media in 2010, providing solutions for local and international TV networks.
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Dr Buthainah is a woman of firsts; the first female Emirati plastic surgeon, the first, and only, Emirati American Board Certified Plastic Surgeon and the first foreign graduate to have been accepted into the plastic surgery residency programme at the worldrenowned Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore. In 2005, Dr Buthainah established Al-Shunnar Plastic Surgery Clinic, a private practice focusing on cosmetic and reconstructive surgery. A true leader in her field, the esteemed Dr Buthainah’s passion lies in working with breast cancer survivors to help rebuild their confidence.
Maha has developed her passion for rare and vintage clothing into the region’s first vintage store, Bambah. The numerous eco-friendly advantages aside, Maha has championed the concept of second-hand luxe in a city where ‘new’ and ‘latest’ are key buzzwords, offering a collection of pieces from the 1930s to 1980s. With a mission to provide women of the UAE a chance to be inspired by their own creative flair and love for original pieces, she has spent the last 15 years based in Dubai, whilst also travelling the world searching stores and markets for items to fill her own treasure-filled boutique, with everyday classics sitting alongside the likes of Dior and YSL.
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Following the motto “be style conscious with a social conscience” Melissa founded Frontline Fashion, a website dedicated to helping individuals to be socially responsible – and stylish. This unique project donates 50 per cent of all profits to foundation projects, including the construction of a dormitory and an orphanage in the earthquake-hit country of Haiti. An experienced fashion and beauty PR, after spending time volunteering in Haiti, Melissa decided to dedicate her life to helping others. Her Zanmi line (Haitian for friends) is the perfect platform to show how style can contribute to society in a positive way.
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With over 12 years of experience as a fashion designer working for brands such as Vivienne Westwood, H&M and River Island, Belinda came to the UAE in 2002. She now runs her own graphic greeting card company, Queen B, selling in 22 stores across the UAE. Only using paper sourced from managed forests, the profits are donated to charity to buy educational items and toys for underprivileged children. Through her second company, The Design Studio, Belinda designs advertisements pro bono for non-profit groups such as Buckle Up In Dubai and SolidariTea. She is also a dedicated volunteer and helps various campaigns and organisations.
Two years ago, with little to no funds or a business plan, Monja pursued her dreams of social change. Today she is the director of her own foundation, Monyati Initiatives, and has raised more than Dhs1.9 million for global projects. These include constructing classrooms in India and low-cost houses in Sao Paolo’s slums, providing heaters to a Nepalese orphanage, building a water well in Ethiopia and providing health products to special needs children in Sudan. Monja also established Maat, a socially-conscious fashion label that markets products from artists in developing countries, with all net profits channelled back into funding Monyati Initiatives’ future projects.■
Whilst heading PR and Marketing at BurJuman, Sabina created the BurJuman Safe and Sound Programme, after tragically losing her mother to cancer in 1999 as the result of a late diagnosis. Since then, Sabina’s goal has been to ensure that women in the UAE have better knowledge and support of the disease. So far the programme has reached over 20 million people in the UAE over 11 years and raised nearly Dhs2.5 million. Over one million educational leaflets have been distributed, 40,000 people have taken part in sponsored walks, and thousands of women have received free checkups and mammograms.
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(L-R) Ayan wears dress Dhs12,265 Donna Karan at Harvey Nichols, Masha wears dress Dhs2,305 Dolce&Gabbana at Saks Fifth Avenue, and earrings Dhs850 S*uce, Ayman Fakoussa â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Managing Partner, Image Nation, Rene wears dress Dhs6,700 Dolce&Gabbana at Harvey Nichols and fur stole Dhs2,785 Marcelle Danan at Saks Fifth Avenue
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(L-R) Kourosh Nouri – Owner, Carbon 12 gallery, Nicola wears Dhs2,850 Moschino Cheap & Chic at Bloomingdale’s and shoes Dhs5,090 Christian Louboutin, Ayman Fakoussa, Zoe Brown – Editor of www.anybodysomebodynobody.com wears dress Dhs1,998 Halston Heritage, Dana Abdelhadi – Co-founder of Expose-Communications, Nancy Abdalla – Marketing Manager, Alanoud Badhr – Fashion Consultant, Editor and Designer and Dina Daoud – Fashion Producer of www.fashiongossip10.com
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(Below left) Rosemin Manji – Managing Director, RR&Co Bespoke Luxury Management and (below right) Dina Zahran – Fashion Designer, Dinz
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Rene wears dress by Amato Couture POA and earrings Dhs1,255 Panace at S*uce. Opposite page: (centre) Nadine Knotzer and Dr Jaffer Khan, MBBS, FRCSI, FRCS(plast.), FACS Chief Executive Officer, Aesthetics International
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(Below L-R) Masha wears dress Dhs4,774 Racel Gilbert at www.net-a-porter.com, cuff Dhs1,320 Dolores Petunig and earrings Dhs655 Rada at S*uce, Tala Samman – Editor of www.myfashdiary.com wears dress Dhs20,900 Reem Acra at Bloomingdale’s, Rene as before
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(L-R) Zeina Abdalla – Founder and Director of FishFayce, Dana Abdelhadi, Melina Mitri – PR & Marketing Manager of S*uce Boutique, Rosemin Manji, Moones Tabatabaei – Event Manager, Chic Alors and Dina Daoud
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(Left) Kate Barry – Moët Hennessy Senior Marketing Manager for MMI wears Rami Al Ali POA (Below L-R) Adrian Jossa – Banker and Musician, DJ Adrien Callier and Ajaz Sheikh
STYLIST ASSISTED BY: ELLE TIMMS, ELIZABETH WHISTON-DEW, ANNAH CUTHBERT AND SUCHITA KAPUR
Hair Nikki Cox at Bareface | Make-up Rifka Abraham at Bareface | Shot on location at the Penthouse Imperial Suite at the Fairmont Dubai – (04) 3325555 / www.fairmont. com/dubai | With thanks to Magnolia Bakery, Bloomingdale’s Dubai – (04) 3505333 / www. magnoliabakery.com and DJ Larry McGuinness www.myspace.com/ rudelarry. All garments models’ own unless otherwise stated.
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course, a party to end all parties. Leading the cheer is creative director Emma Hill, whose sell-out Alexa Chunginspired satchel bags and natty, land girlsmeets-girl scouts ready-to-wear line have attracted a new, youthful fanbase – case in point, Olivia Palermo, Kirsten Dunst and Clemence Posey who all sat front row at the A/W11 London Fashion Week show – whilst somehow managing to remain relevant to die-hard followers. We chat to the designer about womenfriendly design, current ‘favourites’ and Fantsatic Mr Fox. OCTOBER 2011
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IT’S SO SATISFYING TO WALK DOWN THE STREET AND SEE A GORGEOUS GIRL WEARING AN ITEM FROM THE COLLECTION AND TO SEE THE DIFFERENT WAYS THEY MAKE IT WORK FOR THEM
MULBERRY HAS BEEN AROUND SINCE 1971 – WHY DO YOU THINK ITS APPEAL ENDURES? The Mulberry secret is great, lasting design and quality craftsmanship, along with a healthy dose of gorgeousness!
MAKING YOUR MARK ON SUCH AN ICONIC BRAND MUST HAVE BEEN A DAUNTING PROSPECT… You know, I don’t think there’s any formula. Building on Mulberry’s traditional English roots has always been one of my major priorities – I think we’ve done incredibly well through the recession because of the sense of heritage that people prefer.
AND IT’S THIS APPRECIATION OF HERITAGE THAT IS THE MAIN FOCUS OF THE A/W11 COLLECTION. Yes. I’ve tried to stick with that real English sense… but made it slicker. For A/W11 we were thinking about the classic English countryside, celebrating the contrast between decadent luxury and traditional attire – Roald Dahl’s iconic children’s book Fantastic Mr Fox was a huge inspiration. I like things that make me smile.
IS THAT WHY YOU WERE INSPIRED TO CHOOSE SUCH A CHILDLIKE THEME? I think Mulberry can be irreverent, yet iconic – it’s quite a warm, fuzzy brand. This season, we wanted to take our girl on a journey through a thoroughly rural idyll of bustling hedgerows and wonderful woodlands with our favourite English wildlife.
DO YOU HAVE A FAVOURITE PIECE FROM THE COLLECTION? Oooh, that’s a hard one – it’s so difficult to choose… I can already see the Carter will become a favourite of mine. And also the Bayswater with fox rivets in deer brown – gorgeous, and definitely on my wish list!
YOU CERTAINLY SEEM TO HAVE A KNACK FOR CREATING ‘CULT’ BAGS, LIKE THE ALEXA. Well, that came about after we saw a picture 204
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of Alexa Chung carrying our Elkington bag, which is a gorgeous classic men’s briefcase that we’ve been making for years. We absolutely loved the way she looked and how she made it so feminine and amazingly stylish in her own way.
SO WOULD YOU SAY BEING A WOMAN DESIGNING FOR WOMEN, HAS MADE YOUR JOB EASIER? Well, I know what’s wearable and what’s not for a start – knowing how clothes can make women feel is incredibly important. It’s so satisfying to walk down the street and see a gorgeous girl wearing an item from the collection and to see the different ways they make it work for them. ■
IN BRIEF… THE HHAND THE HANDBAG AND DBA D BAG BA G YOU YOU YO OU ARE AR A RE R E CURRENTLY C CURRENT URREN ENTTTL LY C L CAR CARRYING ARR AR RRY R RR RYIN R RY YN NG G The Carter in Birdsnest – ultimate grown-up chic. THE TH EL LOVE OVE O OF F YYO YOUR OU O UR U RL LIF LIFE FE F E My son. FAVOURITE F FAVOURIT A OURITITE EF FIL FILM LM Couldn’t pick just LM one as I love l alll sorts of films and they are a constant source of inspiration for me. NUMBER O NUMBER ON ONE NE N ES SO SONG ON O ONG NG I’m loving anything h by Hurts at the moment! They sort of remind me of my angst-filled youth. And I love their style, with their suits and side-slicked hair. FAVOURITE F FAVOURIT A OURITITE EF FA FASHION AS A SHHHIO S ON O NE ER ERA RA R A I like to find inspiration from all eras depending on what mood I’m in. FA FASHION F ASH A SH SHIO ON IC ON ICON CO C ON O N My goddaughter Ena – a new style icon in the making. SH SHOPS/RESTAURANTS S HHO OPS O PS/R PS /R /R RES ESTTTA ES AUR A URA UR RAN RAN NTTTS S IN N
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McQueen’s London for their gorgeous flowers; Marc Jacobs, Portobello Market and Ottolenghi for the most to-die-for salads. THE THE PPL PLACE LA L AC A CE C E YOU YO OU O U LOVE L LO OVVVE O E TO BE BE New York at Christmas. GUILTY GU G U UIL LTY L TY PLEASURE PPL LE L EA E AS A SU S UR RE R E Jelly Tots. CAR CAREER C CA AR RE EE E ER E HIGHLIGHTS H GH HIGH GHL G HL LIIG L LIGH GHTS HTS TS S Winning British Fashion Awards Designer Brand of the Year. WHA WHAT WH ATT ’S N A NEX NEXT EXTT EX F FO FOR OR O R MUL MU M MULBERRY? UL U LB L LBE BERR ER E RR RR RYYY? To become even bigger, even more fun and even more global.
IF F YYOU YO OU O U CO COULD C OU O ULD UL LD DO LD DO IT ALL AL A L LL L AGAIN, A AG GA G AIN A N, WHAT N WHHHA W ATT WOULD A W WO OU O ULD U LD D YOU YYO OU O U DO DO DIFFERENTLY? D DIF FF F FE F ER E RE R ENT E NTL NT LY? Nothing! LY? L
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EMILY: Black and white dress by Marc Jacobs Socks by Marc Jacobs Driving gloves by Marc Jacobs Necklace by Van Cleef & Arpels Bag by Dior Leopard print shoes by Tory Burch at www.net-a-porter.com Necklace worn as a headband by Marni at Garderobe IRA Ruffle necked blouse by Marc Jacobs Pink and black pencil skirt by Marc Jacobs Bag by Dior Necklace worn as headband by Marni at Garderobe Platform shoes by Christian Louboutin
WHEN IT COMES TO EVENINGWEAR, IT’S A BLEND OF OLD-MEETSNEW THIS SEASON. VINTAGE-LOOKING LEATHER, LACE AND FUR ADD DRAMA AND WILL TAKE YOU FROM DUSK ‘TIL DAWN Photographer John Pocock Style director Sarah Joan Ross
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EMILY Black jumpsuit by Jill Sander at Garderobe Sequin fascinator by Kokin at Harvey Nichols Earrings by Annamaria at Damas Necklace by Tiffany & Co.
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IRA (LEFT) Structured dress by Marc Jacobs Hat stylistâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s own Ring by Kenneth Jay Lane at Harvey Nichols Shoes by Marc Jacobs Patent bag by Marc Jacobs EMILY (RIGHT) Long blue dress by Marc Jacobs Fur and leather jacket by Marc Jacobs Hat by Marc Jacobs Brooch by Van Cleef & Arpels Cocktail ring by Kenneth Jay Lane at Harvey Nichols
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EMILY (LEFT) Mustard shift dress by Dolce&Gabbana Cloak by Burberry at net-a-porter.com Pearl necklace by Dior IRA (RIGHT) Green shift dress by Dolce&Gabbana Cloak by Fermata at Bloomingdaleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Pearl and safety pin necklace by Grin by Anni at S*uce
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Fur stole stylistâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s own Black and white dress by Marc Jacobs Ring by Van Cleef & Arpels Bow earrings by Van Cleef & Arpels
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Photographer John Pocock Style director Sarah Joan Ross Hair and make-up Carolyn Gallyer Models Emily Green at Capital D and Ira at Bareface
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hen the S/S12 Burberry show drew to a close at London Fashion Week last month, a burst of gold leaf exploded over the audience. They were sitting in a purpose-built conservatory in Hyde Park listening to the track Taste the Rain by British band Kill It Kid. Similarly, when Someone Like You by Adele ended A/W11, real snow fell. Inside. Both were stunning, visually fantastical finales nothing short of magical. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the Burberry world these days; bright lights, brilliant production and a banging all-British soundtrack wrapped up in one Ăźber-savvy media package; and everybody is invited. The S/S12 show also marked fashionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Tweetwalkâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;; whereby each look was transmitted via Twitter to â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;trendâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; immediately amongst Burberryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s followers, seconds before hitting the catwalk; instantanious fashion gratification to a new level. And when you partner this with the ability for clients to shop these items directly from their iPads whilst watching the models walking, you certainly have a jolly good, up-to-the-minute show, old chap... OCTOBER 2011
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But who is Burberry’s Christopher Bailey? He’s the 39-year-old northern lad (he was born in West Yorkshire, England, the son of a carpenter father and a mother who was the head of visual display at Marks & Spencer) who assumed the post of creative director at the label in 2001. Prior to building the Burberry empire, the young Christopher designed womenswear under Tom Ford during his reign at Gucci, and before that with Donna Karan, who famously ‘discovered’ him whilst at London’s Royal College of Art. But his biggest challenge came with the daunting task of revamping Burberry’s late 90s reputation as the brand of choice for – let’s be honest here – check clad chavs (aka society’s undesireables). Christopher modestly maintains that he simply “polished” the brand, rather than reconstructing a powerhouse. However, the fact remains that the fashion label was flailing in fashion’s no-man’s land amid an onslaught of ‘genuine fake’ bags, bikinis and beach towels. And the less said about the subtext attached to a ‘Burberry baseball cap’ the better. To say that the image of the iconic check needed to change is an understatement. 232
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Famous printwork aside, Burberry’s other icon is, of course, the trench coat; the style has remained a staple within each collection ever since its invention, but it wasn’t until Christopher’s leadership that the unassuming trench was revitalised. “It is part of everything we have done and everything we will do; it is part of our history and our roots and one of the most versatile expressions of this global, British brand,” explains Christopher. Burberry owns this style. Hands down. The great British trench has unarguably maneuvered from ‘frumpy’ to a fashion symbol with power. It’s a feat that industry critics have declared a “cause for national pride in Britain” and Burberry’s bottom line in the boardroom agrees; backed up by financial growth that has been nothing short of spectacular. The brand comes in at number 13 on Fast Company’s list of the world’s most innovative companies, and at the time of going to press, Burberry is the most popular luxury label on Facebook, with over eight million fans and counting. This modern, original attitude and approach to fashion runs through every element of the business (just look at the interactive, peronalised
festive 2010 e-card sent to everyone on Burberry’s books, inclusive of Razorlight’s performance of Can’t Complain About Christmas – the profits from which were donated to charity). So how does Christopher do it? CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR 10-YEAR ANNIVERSARY! CAN YOU STILL REMEMBER HOW YOU FELT ON YOUR FIRST DAY? Thank you. Honestly, I saw the huge potential that this company had – this magnificent history and this beautiful soul. I saw it was a diamond that had been trampled into the ground, and my job was to shine all the facets of this diamond. BURBERRY’S ARCHIVES ARE A KEY POINT OF REFERENCE EACH SEASON, MOST NOTABLY, THE TRENCH… Of course, the archives are always the starting point. We are incredibly fortunate to have such a rich, diverse history and they constantly inspire me. The trench coat is something I especially love and I am so proud of; it’s always a cornerstone, whether it’s Burberry Prorsum, Burberry London or Burberry Brit.
I SAW [BURBERRY] WAS A DIAMOND THAT HAD BEEN TRAMPLED INTO THE GROUND, AND SO MY JOB WAS TO JUST SHINE ALL THE FACETS OF THIS DIAMOND
S/S12 HAS A VERY ARTISTIC INFLUENCE OF CRAFTS LIKE CROCHET, CARVING, WEAVING AND BRAIDING. WAS THIS A DELIBRATE TECHNOLOGY CONTRAST? Well this season was the first ‘Tweetwalk’ in partnership with Twitter; instantaneous, and I love the idea that streaming a show can be in many different forms too. This collection is all about the most detailed hand crafted pieces and fabric innovation, creating a beautiful physical experience, communicated digitally in a dynamic and diverse way. I love balancing those two worlds. YOU’VE ALSO LAUNCHED A SIGNATURE FRAGRANCE, BURBERRY BODY, WITH ROSIE HUNTINGTON-WHITELEY FRONTING THE CAMPAIGN IN A TRENCH COAT. HOW INVOLVED DO YOU GET IN THE BEAUTY SIDE OF BURBERRY? I was involved in the entire process, which was really exciting. For us, Burberry Body is so much more than a fragrance; it is one of the biggest launches we have ever done, one that captures all the modernity and heritage of this British brand today, reflecting all the parts that make up the Burberry world… PARTS SUCH AS TWEETING, LIVE CATWALK STREAMING, PERSONALISED VIDEO INVITES, AND MUSICAL GREETINGS CARDS. WHY DID YOU CHOOSE TO BRING ACCESSIBILITY TO LUXURY BACK TO THE MASSES? For us, it’s a natural way of always thinking how we can express and articulate the Burberry brand in a more innovative and exciting way. Digital is very much at the
forefront of the way we communicate because it’s such an exciting way to engage people. We have young people in the company and it’s just a natural part of us to be internet-savvy.
(Left) Christopher backstage with fragrance ʻface’ Rosie HuntingtonWhitele (Below) A warm welcome for Kanye West
SO THERE WAS NO PLAN, AS SUCH? No, it’s not like we’ve sat around a table and planned this. Our internet presence is just an organic growth. We have simply tapped into a digital language within the luxury business that has become a gateway of communication, and in a new way. YOUR FACEBOOK SUCCESS HAS BEEN SOMETHING OF A PHENOMENON. WHERE IS THE CONCEPT OF STYLE AND SOCIAL NETWORKING GOING TO TAKE BURBERRY NEXT? I think digital technology is changing and challenging the way all of us shop, explore and get information. I think it’s bringing people closer to fashion and it’s allowing them more and more to become a part of this world. Technology offers an environment for our community to explore the Burberry world through different, tactile experiences within one space. We wanted to create an environment that wasn’t reliant on having access to an actual Burberry store, but rather an interactive place where you can explore all the many facets of the brand – history and heritage, music and images, collections and shows – no matter where you are or what time zone you’re in, at home or on the move. DO YOU EVER WORRY THIS LEVEL OF EXPOSURE MIGHT TAKE THE BRAND TOO FAR FROM ITS TRADITIONS? Fashion is supposed to be about making things relevant. Yes, it is luxury. Yes, it is aspiration. Yes, it is supposed to be inspiring. But I think there is nothing more inspiring than talking digitally because you can get attitude, you can get music, you can get sound, you can get video and movement. You can actually articulate so much of your brand using this medium and I think all of our customers, of all generations, feel comfortable with some form of it. I think it’s another layer and it only adds further complexity to the fashion business. ■
From ʻTweetwalk’ to catwalk, Burberry’s Twitter followers saw the S/S12 looks before the audience
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YOU TOOK ON THE TASK OF REDESIGNING BURBERRY AT 29-YEARSOLD, HOW DID YOU RELATE TO SUCH A HISTORICAL BRAND? I see Burberry as a ‘young-old’ company. It has a 155-year legacy, yet it has such a young spirit. It may sound contradictory, but it’s the combination of old and new that makes us relevant to today’s generation. It’s about taking elements of our history and our culture and putting them into today’s lifestyle. We always respect our heritage, adding something modern and relevant.
Burberry’s front row is always a LFW talking point. (L-R) Ellie Goulding, Kanye West, Sienna Miller, Gemma Arterton, Rosie HuntingtonWhiteley and Mario Testino
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With Karl Lagerfeld standing firmly in his role as fashion photographer and Carine Roitfeld (former editor of French Vogue) perfectly cast as super-stylist, this project was a certified success from the get-go. Danish model of the moment Freja Beha Erichsen takes centre stage to complete the picture. We watch as she transforms into one Chanel character after another, from whimsical Parisian, to edgy girl-abouttown, the Chanel photo booth captures her every move. Welcome to ‘Chanel Cocomaton’.
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modern day dilemma: should or shouldn’t one go under the knife? On the one hand, a little nip and tuck can promise wonders, just ask the cast of Real Housewives of Beverly Hills. Yet, it is no coincidence that classic, and untouched, starlets like Audrey Hepburn, Brigitte Bardot and Jean Shrimpton will always be the most celebrated beauty icons of all time. Whether ear pinning is in or rhinoplasty is out, interest in the invasive is on the increase. Without sounding prudish, since when did swapping surgery stories become acceptable dinner party fodder? It is amid all the buzz of who’s done what and with which 90210 surgeon that the eloquent words of Audrey Hepburn resonate most loudly; “the beauty of a woman, with passing years only grows.” Even the aesthetically driven fashion industry has recently come round to the idea of beauty at any age, with the exquisite Carmen Dell’Orefice (aged 80) and Lauren Hutton (aged 67) gracing the catwalks for Alberta Ferretti and Tom Ford respectively. There’s also a growing posse of ash-haired ladies pioneering the return of grey. With trendsetting Daphne Guinness, Karl Lagerfeld’s muse, Kristen Mcnemeny, and British Vogue’s Sarah Harris leading the pack. Could this be the beginning of a new beauty philosophy? And if so, should we follow suit? If 60s cover girl Jean Shrimpton’s view of her own ageing became the norm, then we could be onto something: “I’m comfortable in my own skin. I’ve never thought there was any intrinsic value in looking young for your age.”
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Some of Hollywood’s finest have called for a ban on the face freezing Botox and addictive fillers, which they have been reliant on to keep the ageing process at bay. If the warning signs of a frozen forehead, pillow face and droopy eyelids are not enough of a deterrent, then the fact that Restylane (the filler) has launched a line of Restylane Skincare, should certainly spark some interest. Although a little skepticism regarding the efficacy of superpower creams promising the earth has crept in of late, it is fair to say that, at the very least, active topical creams bide us some time against the ticking clock. The truth, as Dr Brandt (author and skin-care specialist extraordinaire) puts it, is; “the key to ageing gracefully is prevention.” If given the choice, we would all prefer a little more muscle behind our
face creams and a hyaluronic acid-based formula is a head start. This ‘good’ acid, when applied, helps the skin to retain water, ultimately leading to better elasticity and radiance. Opt for the award-winning Dr Brandt Lineless Lines No More Filler & Volumizer (Dhs252) as it fights surface wrinkles and plumps up the skin’s texture on contact. The ATP Pure Hyaluronic Acid Skin Rejuvenating Serum (Dhs650) is considered, by those-in-the-know, to be Botox in a bottle. This clever potion holds 1,000 times its weight in moisture and one can feel its potency. Skincare brand Rodial prides itself on giving the effects of surgery minus the painful recovery. With fans including Victoria Beckham and Kate Bosworth it is a celeb-endorsed must-have. Its Chin & Neck Lift (Dhs450) is a lightweight gel bursting with amino acids for added muster. OCTOBER 2011
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MIND OVER MATTER All ex-ballerinas, supermodels and the Hollywood A-list alike keep their Pilates teachers firmly under wraps – secret weapons who ensure their enviable figures stay intact. As one of only a handful of STOTT Pilates certified teachers around, Susanna Foustok is our local guru. On a mission to take this workout back to its roots, Susanna stands by the old school: “Training with the last remaining ‘Elders’ is a fabulous example of how Pilates keeps you young. At 80 years of age they are still teaching and taking advanced classes. Pilates keeps your body intact but also benefits the brain. You will notice the difference in your focus and concentration levels.” (04) 4474220 / www.exhaledubai.com High stress levels are directly related to premature ageing, so make time to relax and realign your chakras with the healing Japanese art of Reiki. A healing session at Reiki Touch Dubai sees master Thiba Sharaf lay her hands on your body to improve your energy flow, leaving you feeling positive and physically and mentally cleansed. (050) 6628783 / www.reikitouchdubai.com
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BODY TALK When it comes to the body stakes, our figures respond best to a healthy diet and exercise regime. However, there is nothing quite so off-putting as heading to the gym after a long day to rub shoulders with all the other identikit robots, even if you’re kitted-out in the latest Adidas by Stella sportswear. Diversify your exercise regime. Personal training powerhouse Tracy Anderson introduces dance moves into her workout plans for celebrity clientele including, Nicole Richie, Courtney Cox and Gwyneth Paltrow. She claims that muscles get bored of routine exercises and has devised the 30-Day Method diet and exercise plan to get her stars red-carpet ready in a flash. www.tracyandersonmethod.com For the most social exercise classes in town, head to the ballroom dancing lessons at El Firulete BNF Dance School. With classes held by World Salsa Champion instructors, you are in good hands. Go let your hair down and tone up your legs with an Argentinean Tango. (04) 3644882 / www.elfiruletebnf.com Working on the premise that beauty starts from within, upping your dosage of natural antioxidants (goji berries, blueberries and pomegranate) and anti-inflammatory aids (salmon, green tea and broccoli) will do you the world of good. Similarly, look to organic goddess Gwyneth Paltrow’s beauty blog Gloop (www.goop.com) for ideas on how to shape up your recipe book. On your quest to be body beautiful, make Jones the Grocers in Al Manara your one-stop shop (04 3466882 / www.jonesthegrocer.com) as you waltz the aisles of this new organic haven. Justify your numerous purchases by reciting, ‘My body is a temple.’ Regardless of your birth date, it’s time to stop chasing the myth of immortality. Making time to look after your physical and mental state is arguably a much better investment. Furthermore, worrying about your age will only give you more wrinkles. Make a fresh start by writing this quote from legendary beauty icon Brigitte Bardot on your dressing table mirror: “What could be more beautiful than a dear old lady growing wise with age? Every age can be enchanting, provided you live within it.” Hear, hear!
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a good story and a beautiful face was born â&#x20AC;&#x201C; a concoction that designers are returning to today. This month, Roman couturier Valentino brings the sentiment into 2011, making quite the statement when it comes to the brandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s established scent offering. Creative directors Maria Grazia Chiuri and Pier Paolo Piccioli are boldly discontinuing everything under their corporate fragrance umbrella (yes, thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s goodbye
Very Valentino) and have partnered with cosmetic giant Puig to define the base note of a new era. The designers have also enlisted shining stars of the scent on their quest; master perfumers Olivier Cresp and Alberto Morillas (creators of 90s hits such as Thierry Muglerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Angel and Issey Miyakeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Lâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Eau dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Issey, respectively) have been trusted with sniffing out Valentinoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s latest signature scent. And with their task came a tale, the tale of Valentinaâ&#x20AC;Ś OCTOBER 2011
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Valentina is, in a nutshell, Mr Valentinoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s dream girl and in his world, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s all about her. The notion of a woman on a mission to forever re-invent and discover herself â&#x20AC;&#x201C; with a tonne of money in her pretty little purse to boot. Valentina â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;getsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; the exquisite concept of contemporary couture. She hangs it diligently in her classical Roman Palazzo wardrobe before putting it on and shooting down a drainpipe, dancing off into the streets of Rome in the middle of the night, and hitting a VIP party until the small hours. Essentially, sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a stunning, aristocratic loose cannon, and we like her.
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Couture A/W11
HOW DOES IT SMELL?
Technically, Valentina is a bouquet of notes that mix the sweetness of red berries, white Alba truffles and orange blossom with a zest of lime, underpinned by cedar wood and amber. In simple terms, it smells deliciously expensive. Valentina is seductive enough for eveningwear without being stuffy, and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s surprisingly fresh.
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A celebration dinner was held to mark the event at the magical Villa Medici overlooking Rome earlier this year
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Heat can play havoc with a fragrance; Olivier Cresp and Alberto Morillas have three key ways to beat it: â&#x2014;? After spritzing your pulse points, spray scent lightly thorough your hair â&#x20AC;&#x201C; itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll last much longer up there. â&#x2014;? Hide it from the light, a bottled scent is destroyed when exposed to time in the sunshine. â&#x2014;? Keep it cool. Perfume exposed to anything above room temperature will sour in less than a month. â&#x2013; 256
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VALENTINA IS AVAILABLE AT BEAUTY COUNTERS NATIONWIDE FROM NOVEMBER 1
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SKY-HIGH BUN ELEVATE THE CLASSIC BUN TO THE TOP OF YOUR HEAD AND WATCH HEADS TURN SEEN AT: DONNA KARAN AND MANISH AURORA
PASTEL MAKES PERFECT SUGARY HUES ON EYES AND LIPS GIVE INSTANT WARMTH TO THE SKIN SEEN AT: DONNA KARAN, ICEBERG AND ETRO
The look
Duraline Dhs55 Inglot
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Rouge VoluptĂŠ Dhs163 Yves Saint Laurent
â&#x20AC;&#x153;The hair is both soft and hard â&#x20AC;&#x201C; elegant and ladylike. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s like a facelift! I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t want the hair to look too shiny, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s more matte and dry.â&#x20AC;? Hairstylist Eugeine Soulemain Elnett Harispray Dhs30.75 Lâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;OrĂŠal
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Bobby pins Dhs40 available at Boots
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The look â&#x20AC;&#x153;Tippi Hedren with a modern twist. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s an early 50s lip of pepto pink against a lacquered eye, with skin highlighted to perfection.â&#x20AC;? Make-up artist Charlotte Tilbury for M.A.C
The look Create a colour palette of â&#x20AC;&#x153;pearlised cream, mink and oyster for a futuristic, plastic shine.â&#x20AC;? Make-up artist Charlotte Tilbury for M.A.C
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Hair donuts from Dhs39 available at selected hair specialist stores
Gleam Cream Dhs140 Illamasqua
Moon Beam Dhs123 Benefit
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EW tip The secret to a neat ponytail with no fly-aways is misting your hairbrush with hairspray first. Once in a ponytail, pop on the doughnut then wind the hair around it, securing with bobby pins.
EW tip To get super-luminous skin, layering is key. Highlight the top of the cheekbones and brow bone to create definition.
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Every fashion follower worth their salt has picked up on the python trend for A/W11, and for those truly dedicated to the cause there is now a way to inject the look into your beauty routine, too… Putting a whole new spin on ‘flaunting some skin’, nail industry leader Bio Sculpture has launched a pioneering process here in the UAE to achieve a sleek and glittering (if you do choose such effect), snakeskin result for your mani/pedi. The method is already a big hit in America, and uses authentic, naturally shed snakeskin. When this is combined with the already established, instantly dry and longlasting Bio Sculpture UV gel, it creates a luxelook patterned polish for weeks. Each Bio Sculpture technician is trained in the artistic application process, so expect perfectly of-the-moment nails, with the option to have colour, glitter or metallic flecks added to your glamorous finish. Flaunt your nails and make them a talking point, from tip to toe… Bio Sculpture snakeskin full set Dhs900, available at The Nail Spa, for more information, visit www.thenailspa.com.
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BURNISHED EYES AND SUNKISSED SKIN CREATES A REAL SENSE OF EARTHY BEAUTY
TAWNY, CARAMEL AND CHOCOLATE LIPS WILL PROPEL YOUR MAKE-UP INTO FULL AUTUMN MODE
Get the look AMC Face & Body Bronzer in 93 Dhs300 Inglot
EW tip For a flawless bronzed look moisturise your skin well then apply the Face & Body Bronzer. Contour the face by brushing bronzing powder just under the cheekbones. For the eyes blend a warm sandy shadow over the eyelids, sweeping the colour outwards to finish in line with the brows
Get the look Translucent Loose Powder in 212 Dhs95 Inglot
Nail enamel Dhs45 Inglot
AMC Eye Shadow in 37 Dhs37 Inglot
Lipstick in 274 Dhs70 Inglot
Eye Make-up Base Dhs45 Inglot
BEAUTY AMC Blush in 64 Dhs75 Inglot
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EW tip Brown lipstick can be a great alternative to red and can be worn from day to night with ease. The trick here is to line lips with a liner no darker than the lipstick itself and opt for a matte texture with real staying power
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AFTER DARK THE MOST SOPHISTICATED SMOKY EFFECT IN THE INKIEST MIDNIGHT BLUE ENSURES LOOK-AT-ME EYES
Eyelashes in 32 Dhs45 Inglot
EW tip Using the eye pencil, completely colour in the eyelid then create a rock chick look by smudging with a brush. Press some Pure Pigment Eye Shadow over the top blending from the eyelashes to brow bone. For added drama add a pair of statement lashes
Get the look AMC Highlighting Powder Dhs85 Inglot
Eye Pencil in 82 Dhs80 Inglot
PURPLE HAZE REPLACE HARSH BLACK WITH A BERRY TONE TO BRING OUT YOUR NATURAL EYE COLOUR
Get the look
Eye Pencil in 83 Dhs80 Inglot
Perfect Length & Define Mascara Dhs 85 Inglot
AMC Eye Shadow in 74 Dhs60 Inglot Eyeliner Gel in 74 Dhs80 Inglot
Pure Pigment Eye Shadow in58 Dhs80 Inglot
EW tip With coloured eyeshadow, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s all about the blend so layering here is key. Wear lashings of black mascara to ensure your eyes donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t get lost in a sea of colour
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As time goes by, gravity takes hold of our bodies – nature’s way of putting its stamp on the ageing process. And, while we are slaves to the gym to keep our figures looking perky, why not give your face a workout, too? Parisian beauty brand Guinot has devised a treat that gives tired skin that’s lost a little elasticity a reawakening. After a thorough cleanse, you are hooked up to a high-tech machine omitting microcurrents that stimulate the muscles to give an instant tightening and firming. The treatment closes with a vitamin C face and eye mask for that little extra lift. THE RESULT: Skin feels tight like and more toned, so it’s a great preparty boost. THE DETAILS: Pastels, Villa 873 Al Wasl Rd Jumeirah, Dubai Tel: (04) 3947393/5 PRICE: Dhs400 TIME: 75 minutes
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TREATMENT: LIPOFIXING Years of dieting and sun exposure can seriously age the face, but Dr Maurizio Viel has a treatment designed to restore volume and create a more youthful appearance. Using fat from other parts of the body, he re-injects it into the face to plump the skin. The effects are permanent (unlike botox) and there is no risk of rejection or allergic reaction. Taking place under sedation, the liposuction is followed by a series of injections administered to the face. One followup session is needed to assess facial symmetry and if no top ups are needed, you’re good to go. THE RESULT: The difference is immediately noticeable and any tenderness will fade to leave a smooth and plumped up visage. THE DETAILS: London Centre For Aesthetic Surgery Gulf (LCAS), Dubai Healthcare City TEL: (04) 3752393 PRICE: Dhs19,000 TIME: Two hours
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TREATMENT: PHOTO REJUVENATION The back of your hand harbours all the telltale signs of ageing. Whatever your downfall, don’t be disheartened because wrinkles, age spots and freckles plague even the A-List. One way to take years off is IPL (Intense Pulse Light) therapy. By releasing different wavelengths of light, this laser targets skin imperfections whilst stimulating collagen production to plump up the skin’s surface. With every zap both texture and tone is improved. THE RESULT: With no downtime this treatment is a no-brainer but post-treatment sunscreen is a definite must. THE DETAILS Eternel Medspa, Jumeirah, Dubai TEL: (04) 3440008 PRICE: Dhs500 TIME: 30 minutes
FLAWLESS FACE
SKIN S.O.S TREATMENT: SELLAS CO2 LASER As a certified member of the American Academy of Anti-Ageing, Rebecca Treston is our go-to skin specialist. This treatment is devised to both brighten and tighten while reducing acne scars, deep set wrinkles, stretch marks and pigmentation. The laser works by beaming light onto the skin’s surface, which bores a series of tiny holes, triggering collagen production resulting in healthier skin. THE RESULT: With such exquisite looking skin, your friends will be probing you for your secret. THE DETAILS: EuroMed Clinic, Villa 611, Jumeirah Beach Road Tel: (04) 3945422 PRICE: Dhs3000 TIME: From one hour
TREATMENT: ORGANIC PEEL A deep cleanse, steam and squeeze session removes spots, blackheads and blocked pores. A natural acid extracted from algae is mixed with a low percentage hydrogen peroxide and warm water solution to form a paste, which is then liberally painted onto your face. This formula is designed to minimise superficial lines and create a youthful glow. Your skin tingles slightly and gets warm, but a hand-held fan will keep you cool. Once rinsed, you are loaded with a healing cream and SPF to set you on your way to skin supremacy. THE RESULT: You may be pink for a day or two but once skin is healed, it will radiate. THE DETAILS: Aesthetica Clinic, Building 39, Dubai Healthcare City TEL: (04) 4298533 PRICE: Dhs500 TIME: 45 minutes
Chocolate fantasy Celebrating one of the most popular ingredients of all time, enjoy exquisite cakes and mouth-watering desserts bursting with chocolate goodness during the month of October
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tkins. South Beach. Cabbage Soup. Blood Type. Master Cleanse. Fad diets all promise the same thing â&#x20AC;&#x201C; weight loss, and fast. But just as we wouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be caught dead wearing the same clothes or with the same hairstyle as our friends, why should a one-size-fits-all diet work for everybody? The main gripes with fad diets are that they are so difficult to follow and, even if you do manage to stick to them, the weight piles on as soon as the dietâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s over. But new research is leading a nutritionist and neuroscientist to believe that the root to healthy weight-loss is far more entrenched in who you are â&#x20AC;&#x201C; your personality, how you live, think and feel â&#x20AC;&#x201C; than simply what you eat. So what makes these new personalityoriented diets any different from the rest? â&#x20AC;&#x153;The main danger with fad diets is that they are not personalised, so they are easily misinterpreted and may lead to different results from the one you are looking for,â&#x20AC;? says Dr Javier Magnago, Specialist Registrar at Dubai Hospital. â&#x20AC;&#x153;For example, you read about a diet that promises youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll lose two kilos in two weeks because you are planning to go to on a beach trip and you want to look better. This diet will achieve the two kilo goal basically by dehydration: it will make you lose two litres of water from your body tissues, but two weeks is not enough time to mobilise two kilos of fat out of the body.â&#x20AC;? However, the personality diets have less of an emphasis on rapid weight loss and more on getting to the bottom of what causes a
weight problem in the first place â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and how to tackle behaviour that leads to overeating and the failure of diet after diet. Dr Robert F. Kushner, a nutritionist and author of Dr Kushnerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Personality Type Diet, recognised that personality has a huge impact on our attitude to food and exercise â&#x20AC;&#x201C; just like every other part of our lives. As a result, not everyone can be successful on the same diet as, according to personality type, everyone is attracted to different foods, has different eating habits, and responds to different weight loss techniques. Dr Kushnerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s diet begins with a 66-statement questionnaire, used to determine your corresponding personality type in each of three categories â&#x20AC;&#x201C; what and how much you eat, your attitudes to exercising and how you cope with lifeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s stresses and strains. Once youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve recognised your personality types (there are numerous combinations, see below for some examples), you can begin tailoring the diet to suit your needs, including looking at the right kinds of food to eat/avoid, exercise and motivation for your character. Neuroscientist Dr Daniel Amen also put a similar approach forward in his book Change Your Brain, Change Your Body, where he describes five distinct types of eaters â&#x20AC;&#x201C; compulsive, impulsive, emotional, anxious and compulsive/impulsive, and eating plans and weight control techniques follow on from there. So is recognising your personality type really all we need to drop the kilos? â&#x20AC;&#x153;I think itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s great that there is something that is taking into consideration personal
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RECONSTRUCTION BREAST RECONSTRUCTION PLAYS A VITAL ROLE ONCE BREAST CANCER HAS BEEN DETECTED AND TREATED. DR SANJAY PARASHAR, SPECIALIST PLASTIC SURGEON IN COCOONA, STRESSES THAT IT’S VERY IMPORTANT TO INVOLVE PLASTIC SURGEONS AT AN EARLY STAGE SO THEY CAN ASSIST THE BREAST SURGEON’S IN HELPING TO RECONSTRUCT THE BREAST APPROPRIATELY.
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The screening methods for breast cancer, says Dr Ritu Khare, Breast Surgeon at The Dubai Mall Medical Centre, include mammograms, clinical breast examinations, and self breast examination, while newer methods include ultrasound or MRI (in conjunction with mammograms), full field digital mammography with computer aided detection, genetic testing and Nipple Aspiration Fluid cytology. Treatment involves surgery to remove the malignant lump followed by chemotherapy and radiotherapy depending on the stage of the disease.
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AMERICAN HOSPITAL The Brea st Care Clinic offers ‘one-stop shop’ for breast care, includ ing a regular breast self-examination, clinical examinatio n and mammography. Treatment includes chemotherapy, targe ted therapy, hormonal therapy and reconstructive surgeries. CONTACT: (04) 3367777 / www .ahdubai.com BELHOUL SPECIALITY HOSPITA L (BSH) In BSH, screening and diagnosis (which includ es biopsy if required) of breast cancer is done, while patients are referred outside for further treatment. CONTACT: (04) 2733333 / belho ulspeciality.com CITY HOSPITAL The Breast Canc er Centre, led by Dr Richard Reyes, Specialist Breast Surgeon, offers clinical examination, mammography and ultrasound and pathology. Treatment may include surgi cal intervention and chemotherapy. CONTACT: (04) 4359999 / www .ehl.ae/thecityhospital DUBAI HOSPITAL Dubai Hospital offers screening and diagnosis of cancer, surgery, chem otherapy, radiotherapy and follow-up. CONTACT: (04) 2195000 / web. dohms.gov.ae/dh EMIRATES HOSPITAL The Breast Clinic offers breast services exclusively by qualified fema le staff, which includes medical assessment, inves tigations, biopsy, treatment and surgery. CONTACT: (04) 3496666 / www .emirateshospital.ae GULF INTERNATIONAL CANCER CENTER (ABU DHABI) GICC provides radiation therapy, chemotherapy, hormonal treatment, cancer diagnosis and staging. CONTACT: (02) 5635558 / www .gulficc.com MEDCARE HOSPITAL Medcare has a full team of gynecologists, ultrasound mammogr ams for women below 40 and X- ray mammogram for wom en above 40. CONTACT: (04) 4079100 / www .medcarehospital.com TAWAM HOSPITAL (AL AIN) The Breast Care Centre is equipped with screening and diag nostic equipment and a mobile breast screening unit and treats cancer using radiation and chemotherapy. CONTACT: (03) 7074330 / /ww w.tawamhospital.ae WELCARE HOSPITAL Equipped with a Digital Mammogram Unit, Welcare offers screening programmes, surgical treatments, chemotherapy, and post surgical plastic reconstruction. CONTACT: (04) 2827728 / www .ehl.ae/WH ZULEKHA HOSPITAL Screening is available, including mammogram and biopsy. CONTACT: (04) 2678866 / www .zulekhahospitals.com
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● Buy a bracelet or pink hair extension from
YOUR TIME AND DONATE YOUR
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to Breast Cancer Care, help Elemis raise
MONEY TO A GOOD CAUSE
to the Breast Cancer Awareness charity. You
awareness by buying the exclusively-created
● Visit www.thebreastcancersite.com
will also receive a 25 per cent discount on
and click on the pink ‘donate’ button to
selected treatments. (04) 3990550
help provide free breast examinations
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www.facebook.com/ElemisMiddleEast
for women who cannot afford them.
● Pamper yourself for a good cause with a Heaven
● NStyle has launched its limited-edition Pink Inspiration
● BurJuman’s Safe & Sound campaign
Facial, Detox Massage and Everlasting Mani/Pedi at
collection – nail polishes sparkled up with Swarovski
Think Pink Beauty kit for Dhs250, which contains three hero skincare products.
offers numerous events,
The Nail Spa, and a portion of the sales will go
crystal caps. The three-polish collection costs Dhs220,
which help educate
to Brest Friends Support Group. (04) 3399078
with proceeds going to Safe & Sound. www.nstyleintl.com
and empower women
/ www.thenailspa.com
● Take the K-Lynn Pledge this month and help
in the fight against
● Buy a beautiful gold-dipped breast cancer
the lingerie brand, which has teamed up with
breast cancer.
necklace by Dogeared at Boom & Mellow for
the Dubai London Specialty Hospital, to raise
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Dhs250, and net profits will go towards
awareness and receive a voucher for a free
● The Safe & Sound’s
cancer research.
check-up. K-Lynn, Mall Of The Emirates.
annual Pink Walkathon will be held on Friday,
www.boomandmellow.com
www.klynn.co
October 28.
● Pamper yourself with a 90-minute PINK
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● Pink Caravan spreads awareness and
scrub at Thai Privilege Spa Dubai and help
campaign is selling this gorgeous pouch,
raise awareness. (04) 3489679
complete with pink sunglasses and bow, for
● Head to Ghantoot Racing & Polo Club
Dhs100 – all proceeds will go to Friends
encourages early detection by regular self-examination and screening. volunteer@ pinkcaravan.ae
on October 29 for the Pink Polo event. Admission is free,
● In 1992, Evelyn Lauder co-created the
while The Pink Terrace is a ladies-only VIP area. There
Pink Ribbon foundation whose message
will also be free screening, the chance to speak
is early detection and treatment of breast
to medical experts and the Pink Polo Best Dressed
cancer save lives. To donate, visit www.esteelauder.com
of Cancer Patients. www.shopatsauce.com
awards. www.pinkpolo.ae
ESTEE LAUDER IS THIS YEAR CELEBRATING 19 YEARS OF ITS PINK RIBBON AND BREAST CANCER CAMPAIGN (BCA). EW CHATS TO ELIZABETH HURLEY, THE FACE OF ESTÉE LAUDER, ABOUT THE ICONIC CAMPAIGN…
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breast health awareness.
Taj Mahal. Last October,
the BCA Campaign
accessory bag – that’s
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to commemorate its
has taken its ‘Connect.
probably my favourite.
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all of the Estée Lauder
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theme to the next level by
designed Jewelled Pink
employees, an indication
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Ribbon Pin. This year, a
of the kind of person she
entitled ‘Most Landmarks
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numbers and the collective
blue stone’s been added
is, and I am honoured to
Illuminated for a Cause in
BCA CAMPAIGN…
power of working
to represent the men
work so closely with her.
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together towards a
who also fight, and are
She is truly tireless and
WHY IS SOCIAL MEDIA
common goal. The theme
affected by, the disease.
fearless in her fight to
SUCH AN IMPORTANT
is: ‘Together. Connect.
WHAT IS IT LIKE
eradicate this disease.
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me to help her with the
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health and funds for breast
BCA Campaign. My
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EVELYN LAUDER? We’ve
IMPORTANCE OF ESTEE
a very powerful tool for
cancer research. We also
grandmother had recently
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worked together for over
LAUDER’S ANNUAL
sharing information.
also spend time at retailers
died of breast cancer, so it
and women across the
16 years and still I am
GLOBAL LANDMARK
I use my Twitter account
spreading the message
was a cause very close to
globe to join together
amazed by her drive and
ILLUMINATIONS
to connect with my fans
that if a localised breast
my heart. This is a disease
to conquer this disease.
devotion to this cause. She
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on a personal level and
cancer is detected early,
that knows no boundaries
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is extremely passionate
goal is to remind women
to talk about issues that
it’s 98 per cent curable.
and does not discriminate.
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about everything she
all over the world, with
are important to me, such
The BCA Campaign has
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PRODUCTS SOLD TO
does. Above all, her
the flip of a switch, to
as breast cancer health,
given almost 115 million
important to join together to
BENEFIT THE BREAST
kindness and sincerity are
have regular check-ups
and how each of us
Pink Ribbons so far as a
get the message out about
CANCER RESEARCH
the traits that inspire me
and, if over 40, to get
can make a difference.
reminder about breast
breast help and having
FOUNDATION… The
to be a better woman. In
annual mammograms.
I enjoy having the ability
health.
regular mammograms.
Pink Ribbon products are
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to connect with millions
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very special, and Estée
the Pink Ribbon with SELF
handful of illuminations in
of people instantly. ■
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each year we get closer to
Lauder’s Elizabeth Hurley
Magazine, and year
2000, and we’ve since
I started as an Estée
finding a cure.
Pink Ribbon Collection
after year we travelled the
lit up over 600 iconic
Twitter: elizabethhurley
Lauder model 16 years
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features a Pure Colour
world giving away Pink
landmarks, including the
Website: www.esteelauder.
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Crystal Lipstick in Lavish
Ribbons and promoting
Tower of London and the
com/pinkribbon
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FAVOURITE NEIGHBOURHOOD: JBR, where I live – it’s a stone’s throw from the beach and has loads of great cafés and restaurants where you can sit and watch the world go by. ULTIMATE SHOPPING SPOT: Symphony at The Dubai Mall. It’s a beautiful, inspiring boutique crammed with exclusive designers from around the world. I TAKE OUT-OF-TOWNERS TO: Dubai Creek for all its hustle and bustle and Bastikiya. I love the XVA Hotel and Gallery – the café is a great spot for healthy food. EATING OUT, I HEAD TO: Jones the Grocer for breakfast, Social House at The Dubai Mall for lunch and Manga Sushi on Jumeirah Beach Road for dinner. FAVOURITE NEW PLACE: I’ve just discovered West 14th on The Palm – the food and views are amazing.
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FEED ME LA PETITE MAISON, DIFC Relatively new in town, La Petite Maison made no bones about becoming the city’s most fashionable, and frequented, restaurant. French food with French flair and a little je ne sais quoi for good measure. www.lpmdubai.ae ZUMA, DIFC A beloved city fixture. Whether you’re a fan of Japanese cuisine or not, at Zuma it’s all about city slickers, cocktails and being seen. www.zumarestaurant.com RHODES MEZZANINE, GROSVENOR HOUSE HOTEL, DUBAI MARINA A favourite with the Brit-pack, Gary Rhodes’ Michelin-starred restaurant is all white and zesty hues inside, with a British menu that flirts with a French twist. www.grosvenorhouse-dubai.com REFLETS PAR PIERRE GAGNAIRE, INTERCONTINENTAL HOTEL, FESTIVAL CITY If there was an award for decadence, this restaurant would win hands down. The service, the setting, the chef, the fourcourse tasting menu… sinfully sumptuous. www.ichotelsgroup.com
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Republique, because I’m a huge fan of the music and Pac Man machine upstairs. And Trilogy’s Rooftop, which has the best music in town. THE PERFECT PLACE FOR A CELEBRATION IS: A Tepanyaki in Tokyo @ The Towers, followed by a karaoke session next door at Harry Ghatto’s. FOR SOMETHING ALTERNATIVE TRY: Evolve, Dubai’s newest boutique gym in Jumeirah Terrace. The style of it and views blew my mind and I suddenly felt motivated to sign up!
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SHOP TALK BAMBAH, BEACH ROAD, JUMEIRAH In a city bubbling with imports and chain stores, this vintage boutique stands loud and proud. Having scoured the globe for much-loved designer pieces, rifling through Bambah’s clothing rails is like taking a step back in time. Our favourite – the 50s section! www.bambah.com
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FAVOURITE PLACES TO EAT: For breakfast, it’s my balcony, which overlooks the sea, for lunch More Café in Murooj Rotana and for dinner Beach Grill at the One&Only Royal Mirage. WHICH SPA IS BEST FOR PAMPERING: The Talise Spa at Madinat Jumeirah is my absolute fave. Try the Marine Detox treatment! HOW WOULD YOU SPEND YOUR PERFECT DUBAI DAY: I would rent a beautiful Catamaran boat and spend the most memorable day at sea with all my friends. WHERE DO YOU GET YOUR CULTURE FIX: Opera Gallery in DIFC, as they always have interesting themes. BEST-LOVED NEIGHBOURHOOD: Dubai Marina – it reminds me of Miami, and I love the combination of sea, boats and skyscrapers. It has a young and dynamic energy.
S*UCE, VILLAGE MALL, JUMEIRAH Quirky, kitsch and very, very cool, this little boutique is a treasure chest of new, old, local and international designers and pieces. Shoes, dresses, gifts, trinkets and jewellery… you’ll be hard-pushed to walk out empty-handed. www.shopatsauce.com THE COVENT GARDEN MARKET, THE WALK, JUMEIRAH BEACH RESIDENCE WHEN? Nicking its name from the London original, this outdoor market is less about labels, more about the buzzing European seaside vibe. It’s the perfect spot to pick up original art, fashion and homewares, and the weekends usually boast street entertainment, too. On every Wednesday– Saturday. www.coventgardenmarket.ae MALL TRAWL It may be an obvious one, but with every designer under the sun setting up shop here, we couldn’t let our two favourite malls go without a mention. Let The Dubai Mall’s Fashion Avenue and Mall of the Emirates’ Fashion Dome be your starting points. Louis Vuitton, Prada, Chloé, Gucci, Dolce&Gabbana, need we go on?
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NEIGHBOURHOOD WATCH THE MARINA All seascapes, luxury yachts and bustling boardwalks, this neighbourhood is a hive of activity – best seen by night, from the Yacht Club or The Observatory at the Marriott Harbour Hotel. Cafés and bars nestle next to five-star eateries and with watersports, The Marina Mall and a day at sea on offer, there’s something for everyone.
DOWNTOWN BURJ KHALIFA With a comfortingly touristy vibe, this is the real heart of Dubai. Take your feet on a walking tour of Old Town, along Emaar Boulevard to The Pavilion art space, around The Dubai Mall, up The Address Downtown to Neos bar on the 63rd floor, then back down to ground for the spectacle of The Dubai Fountain.
PALM JUMEIRAH Considered the ‘Eighth Wonder of the World’ by its residents, The Palm is all about the beach vibe. Along the Trunk you’ll find beach bars and the boutique deli Milk & Honey, but venture further up the fronds and the opulence of Atlantis and the stylish splendor of The One&Only The Palm awaits.
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HOW WOULD SPEND YOUR LAST DAY IN DUBAI: I would go the Talise Spa, then Heavenly Salon for a blow-dry and mani/ pedi, have a snoop around S*uce, tea at Laduree in The Dubai Mall and then dinner at Magnolia, the vegetarian restaurant at Al Qasr. WHEN YOU NEED A BREAK, WHERE DO YOU HEAD: The beach to chill.
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BED DOWN ARMANI HOTEL, DOWNTOWN BURJ KHALIFA It’s all about location for this modern/ minamalist residence. Housed in the first 39 floors of Burj Khalifa, the views are unrivalled, while the interiors are typically sharp, sleek and oh-so Armani. Dine at Ristorante, before dancing the night away at Privé. www.armanihotels.com PARK HYATT DUBAI, DUBAI CREEK Few hotels can boast such a green and pleasant ethos as the Park Hyatt, with views spanning the creek and the rolling hills of the Dubai Creek Golf & Yacht Club. Spend a day at Amara Spa, one the city’s finest, and make sure you sate your tastebuds at Traiteur. dubai.park.hyatt.com
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table is a must. OUT-OF-TOWNERS SHOULD: Mix history with modern glamour. We’d take them for a stroll along the Creek, Dubai Heritage Museum and Bastakiya, then go for a drink at At.mosphere Lounge for the view. We’d then go for dinner at Pier Chic, via the Dubai Fountain.
CULTURE VULTURE CARBON 12, AL QUOZ This edgy gallery focuses on fine art from both internationally-renwoned and newlydiscovered artists. Having taking part in Art Dubai and ViennaFair, your culture fix is in good hands. www.carbon12dubai.com THE DUBAI HERITAGE VILLAGE, SHINDAGA A slightly off the beaten track idea, but we should all learn about Dubai’s history and this recreated old settlement is the place to do it – especially when a sunset walk along the creek is also on the cards. (04) 3937151 THE SOUKS, BUR DUBAI Another slice of Dubai’s history and culture, here you can amble along the alleyways of the textile souk, before hopping on an abra 286
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over to the spice and gold souk. Get your bartering boots on, because this is shopping with a slice of true market-stall authenticity. XVA, BASTAKIYA Housed in a quaint little courtyard, XVA Gallery is full of contemporary and innovative art from around the world. Wander in an out of little rooms, admire the art, then eat cake at the XVA café. www.xvagallery.com TRAFFIC, AL QUOZ Looking for a gallery that celebrates emerging artists? Then Traffic is the place for you. Complete with a bookstore, 300piece strong The Farook Collection and ping pong table, this is art with a difference. www.viatraffic.org
ONE&ONLY THE PALM There are many fans of the Palm Jumeirah’s newest hotel’s impeccably stylish rooms and service. Do as Dubai’s social elite do and enjoy sundowners at 101, dine at STAY, then sleep it all off in a private poolside cabana the next day. thepalm.oneandonlyresorts.com DESERT PALM, DUBAI? Get away from it all at this relaxing retreat. With its out-of-town vibe, in just 20 minutes you’re amongst polo fields, bougainvilleas and serenity. There’s much to see, do and eat here, but we wouldn’t want to disturb you… desertpalm.peraquum.com
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TAKE THEM TO: Bab Al Shams for one of those touristy dinners, up the top of Burj Khalifa or to the lobby of Burj al Arab, and for a lasting impression, to the old souks in Deira. A DUBAI-INSIDER SECRET YOU’D RECOMMEND IS: A helicopter flight over the city – cheesy but an incredible way to see Palm Jumeirah, Downtown etc. OCTOBER 2011
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CAFE CULTURE JONES THE GROCER, AL MANARA, SHEIKH ZAYED ROAD All canteen-style with a deli counter, grocery shop and sweets section, this Australian food emporium delivers when it comes to delicious food and is one of our new eating-out hotspots. www.jonesthegrocer.com
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LIME TREE CAFE, BEACH ROAD, JUMEIRAH Something of a Dubai institution, this â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;green livingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; cafĂŠ is as much about meeting and mingling as it is about its fresh menu. That said, even after 11 years its carrot cake is still the stuff of legend. www.thelimetreecafe.com
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THE BEST PLACE TO SHOP IS: The Dubai Mall â&#x20AC;&#x201C; you can find everything you need in there. IF YOU ONLY HAD ONE DAY LEFT IN DUBAI, YOU WOULD: Spend it walking around Deira. FAVOURITE RESTAURANT: Definitely Teatro, in Towers Rotana Hotel. WHERE DO YOU TAKE OUT-OF-TOWN VISITORS? Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d walk around Downtown, wander around The Dubai Mall and take a drive into the desert. FAVOURITE BUILDING: Emirates Towers, because the two towers are just beautiful designs.
LAFAYETTE GOURMET, GALERIES LAFAYETTE, THE DUBAI MALL A clever little proposal, this is less a cafĂŠ and more a gourmet supermarket with an eat-in option. With luxury food products lining the shelves, as well as the menu, this is an in-store treat for hungry shoppers. www.thedubaimall.com BAKER & SPICE, SOUK AL BAHAR All about organic good stuff, this artisan food shop and cafĂŠ champions local and seasonal produce. Throw in views of the Dubai Fountain and its Saturday Farmersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Market, and youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll be hooked. bakerandspiceme.com
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SMALL WORLD Reportedly a source of inspiration for none other than Walt Disney, this quaint amusement park dates back to the mid-19th century. But donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t expect creaking, ancient rides, the Tivoli Gardenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s pretty old buildings and beautiful gardens are home to some fairly nail-biting attractions. www.tivoli.dk
One of the most cycle-friendly capitals in the world, the most rewarding way to see Copenhagen is by bike. Københavens Cykler (www.copenhagen-bikes.dk) isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t in the most salubrious setting, down a back alley at the back of the Central Station, but it is certainly convenient. Avoid rush hour traffic as you warm up to biking around town â&#x20AC;&#x201C; the cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s commuting cyclists are ruthless. Much can be enjoyed from the saddle: admire the pretty, pastel-coloured cafĂŠs along Nyhavn Canal; gaze at the grandeur of the Amalienborg, the winter palace of the royal family; and marvel at the magnificent architecture of Henning Larsenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Opera House. Stop off at the Design Museum Danmark to appreciate the considered content and balanced proportions of modern Scandinavian design (www.designmuseum.dk), before building your own collection at interiors impresario Illums Bolighus (www.illumsbolighus.dk). However, not all the cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s great designs are kept behind four walls. For a taste of the future, pay a visit to the modern masterpiece that is Arne Jacobsenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s iconic SAS Radisson Blu Royal Hotel (www.radissonblu.com), which boasts quite possibly â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most beautiful staircaseâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;. Then, as the sun sets over the city, pull up a chair at Bar Rouge; one of the hippest cocktail lounges in town, just make sure your nameâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s on the guest list (www.hotelsktpetri.com). Oh, and an insiderâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s tip for those tempted to travel, Emirates now fly direct from Dubai to Copenhagen daily (www.emirates.com).
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Effortlessly chic and impressively unpretentious, Ruby is a fabulous cocktail bar in a gorgeous old town house. With no exterior signage, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s an insiderâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s secret. The charming bartenders are some of the best in the city. www.rby.dk
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TREASURE TROVE Fil de Fer (www.fildefer.dk) houses wonderful home accessories, while a few doors down a treasure trove of bric-a-brac awaits at number 77 where Art Deco silver cocktail shakers sit alongside vintage military uniforms.
PALATIAL SPENDOUR Nimb could be the perfect hotel. Its Moorish architecture offers a perfectly balanced blend of the modern and traditional. Bordering the Tivoli Gardens, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s home to just 14 expansive suites. Service is impeccable and menus are delectable. Book in advance. www.nimb.dk
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HAND LUGGAGE ESSENTIALS Oversized sunglasses from D&G in light brown, Armani mascara to wake up tired eyes and a Shahtoosh shawl, which is made from Tibetan antelope fur and you can only get from Kashmir.
GO-TO GALLERY Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hard to rival Londonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Natural History Museum, but Bruges in Belgium has a whole district devoted to the arts, too. Alternatively, Weimar in Germany is the ideal spot for a little musical history especially Bach, Schiller and Goethe.
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HOLIDAY HOT-SPOT Portofino in Italy. Stunning views, delicious food and whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not to love about the Italian lifestyle â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and Vespas?!
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Hollywood great-turnedartist-and-designer Jane Seymour has leant her stylish eye to a collaboration with American interiors brand AICO. The celebrity-inspired collection is opulent, refined and contemporary with the added allure of showbiz glamour. Available from Interiors, www.interiorsfurniture.com
A-list interiors FLIGHT OF FANCY The Rug Company’s collaboration with Alexander McQueen is a true style spectacle and we’re hankering after the new and beautiful Hummingbird collection. www.therugcompany.info silk and bird l o Wo ming Humushion c Hand-k and silk notted cashme re Hummin gbird ru g
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Purveyor of all that is elegant and insightful when it comes to interiors, the Conran Shop in London is one of our favourite places to shop online. Think classic, vintage and contemporary pieces and some of the most creative and innovative designers the world of interiors has to offer. www.conranshop.co.uk
5 MINUTES WITH… MELISSA GREENAUER, CELEBRITY INTERIOR DESIGNER
A/W11 INTERIOR TRENDS: Leather. It’s so versatile it can be warm and earthy or highly styled with embellishments and can be used on walls, floors or furniture. DECORATING TIPS: Clean out the clutter, focus on single objects as accessories and opt for neutral fabrics on key room pieces but be adventurous with changeable accessories. OCTOBER HIT LIST: A cocktail table with storage, a new dining table for updating entertaining and an upholstered headboard.
FAVOURITE UAE STORES:
Bloomingdale’s at The Dubai Mall for great tabletop pieces, Poltrona Frau in Abu Dhabi (www. poltronafrau.com) for high quality, sleek Italian pieces and B5 Art of Living (www.b5living. com) for bespoke pieces, like the CHAIR POLTRONA Eggersman kitchens. DESIGN
TIPS: Always think about the scale of a room, lighting should never be an afterthought and make your home work for when you spend the most time in it – such as the evening. MY S T Y LE IS: Eclectic, as I’m a collector, but my main pieces are deep and comfortable. BEST CI T Y : New York for a breakfast bagel, London for a homely pub lunch and vintage markets and Dubai for sunshine and luxe shopping. LUXURY IS: The freedom to create your own exclusive style with items designed to your specification, out of the best materials. LOOKING AHEAD: Eco-friendly interiors is a big theme for now and I recommend my clients to source sustainable, local materials when possible. www.greenauer.com WORK YOUR WARDROBE
Make way for this season’s new purchases and give your closet a good clear out. Donate to a good cause, and double your brownie points… ● Holy Trinity Thrift Store, Oud Metha, (04) 3374947, www.holytrinitychurchdubai.org ● Red Crescent, 800 733, www.rcuae.ae ● Aid In Motion, (06) 5034535, www.volunteerindubai.com/ projects/aidinmotion
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DATE: 31October 2011 VENUE: Banana Republic Store at The Dubai Mall To cast a glance over the past few years in fashion and not notice a distinct swing towards a more sultry style is pretty much impossible thanks to one thing; hit US TV series, Mad Men. Its brilliantly depicted visual influence has rippled across international runways, and now Banana Republic has worked with Emmy Award-winning Mad Men costume designer, Janie Bryant, to create a limited edition collection arriving in stores now. Think nipped-in waists, modern yet ladylike; across trench coats, silk blouses, sharp tailoring and full-skirted silhouettes fit for Betty Draper at her finest. It’s the ideal capsule attire edit to take you effortlessly from office to evening event. To mark the collaboration, Banana Republic, Style Partner of the Emirates Woman, Woman of the Year awards will be hosting an occasion of their own on 31 October, when Editor Sophia Serin will be showcasing her tips to dress for success around the clock this A/W11… and introduce you to some very special guests!
FOR YOUR INVITATION SIMPLY VISIT LOVESTYLE.COM TODAY. No entry will be permitted without an official RSVP and invitation.
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Believe what you want to believe, but be prepared for the skeptics out there. Have faith in your convictions and your persuasive skills will do the rest. A bout of jealousy on Tuesday 11th causes fractions in your social group. As long as youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re not the green-eyed monster, the tension will blow over as quickly as it came.
A childhood dream resurfaces once again, with an opportunity that could see it achieved â&#x20AC;&#x201C; if you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t let emotional hang-ups hold you back. Love flirts idly with you this month, and youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re in the driving seat, but a decision will be called for on Thursday 6th. In the meantime, revel in the flirtation.
Tactics will be the order of the day when your experience is called for Sunday 9th. Away from work, burning the candles at both ends will only see you peak too early. Super-human you are not! Try to treat your body as a temple at least once a week and make â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;balanceâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; your new favourite word.
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Consistency is key for the next few weeks â&#x20AC;&#x201C; extremes, either way, will only lead to disappointment. Someone thinks youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re difficult to fathom on Wednesday 5th, but a little tĂŞte-Ă -tĂŞte will open channels of communication. As for extra-curricular activities â&#x20AC;&#x201C; your social schedule is something to be admired.
Someone close to you questions your motives on Tuesday 25th â&#x20AC;&#x201C; put a new spin on it and theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll soon be marching to your tune. Stop sitting on your haunches, as October is a month of activity. Everywhere you look thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s something new to do, see or try â&#x20AC;&#x201C; the only thing holding you back is you.
No-one has to ask you twice when an adventure is on offer â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and this is one memorybuilder you wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t want slipping through your fingers. Family ties are strengthened on Monday 17th and your support will be imperative. Aside from that, family keeps you grounded and a reality check never hurt anyone.
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Someoneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s like a bear with a sore head on Wednesday 26th. Go on a charm offensive to turn the situation around. Being picky has its benefits when it comes to romance and not jumping in feet first wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t necessarily have you sorting through the left-overs. It just means youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll finally find what youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been looking for. CANCER (JUN 22 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; JULY 23)
Procrastination is a uselsess timewaster and, quite frankly, you have better things to be getting on with. Shrug it off, buckle down and enjoy a new buzz of activity. Your wishes will be afforded to you on Tuesday 18th â&#x20AC;&#x201C; though they may come in different guises. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t dismiss them immediately â&#x20AC;&#x201C; analyse, utilise and enjoy. LEO (JULY 24 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; AUG23)
Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve never been a quitter, so whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s up with this current state of flakiness? Half-hearted attempts will get you nowhere and this new look does nothing for you. Lingering money worries will vanish come Friday 14th when a mystery benefactor offers you a clever solution. It may not be financial, so think outside the box. VIRGO (AUG 24 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; SEPT 23)
Overbearing relatives will try to steam-roller you into doing something youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re not comfortable with on Monday 24th. Find your voice or forever hold your peace. High-pressure projects at work mean long hours, but youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll find an unexpected ally backing your every move. Every cloudâ&#x20AC;Ś â&#x2013;
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