Pure Lifestyle by Krishna Kumar Rai

Ooh Chic! Johnny Kelvin & La Ona

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Contents

SPRING SUMMER 2013 ISSUE #16 | YEAR 5

On the cover

FASHION

DELIGHT

20 -23

Johnny Kelvin & La Ona.

Runway report.

Mixology.

Fall -Winter 13/ 14 fashion.

The spirit of spirits.

28 -29

50-51

Shopping trends.

Long French Lunches.

Don't just look good: feel good!

50 -51

The latest in stores.

SXM in a Hurry. Get the best out of Sint Maarten / Saint Martin.

30 -31

Ariel's Diary.

Accent. Objects of Desire.

18 -19

52/53

SXM in a hurry. BEAUTY

What you can do on a time budget.

Must haves. The essentials.

Leading By Example, Peter Arndell.

What's new. Latest beauty products with benefits from head to toe.

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Pure on the scene.

Scoop.

Pure Goes Rio review.

12 -14

Behind the cause. Making a difference: Be the Change, Smiles for Christmas, I can Foundation.

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Fashion story. Bohemian Funk.

Directory.

Spring - Summer make-up trends by M.A.C.

The year of the snake.

Fitness. Z-Rock Gym, A gym for everyone.

Final touch.

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We are Pure.

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Editor -in-Chief Creative Director Art Director/ Designer Editor-at-Large Make up artists Hair stylist Contributing photographers

Model Sales & advertising Published by All departments

Samantha Georges Jacobs Rachel Mouial Maia Lubrano Ariel Jamil Magali Beauvue Lorie Marie Peterson Eyup Akyurt Vincent Gibert Yotam Sandak Carlos Lippai Lionel Georges Danielle A. Carbonneau advertising@puremediagroup.co Pure Media Group N.V office@puremediagroup.co +1.721. 544. 3677

COVER Johnny Kelvin: clothes by Hugo Boss at Le Gents De, watch by Mont Blanc, hair by Vincent Gibert, styled by Ashlyn Hill, make-up by Magali Beauveu. La Ona: clothes by En Vogue, jewelry by Swarovski, hair by Vincent Gibert, styled by Ashlyn Hill, make-up by Magali Beauveu.

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PURE Editor’s letter

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It was easy for my parents to recognize my talents. Naturally shy, I would go on stage and become a different person. Music and art set me free, bring out the best in me, and make me happy. Running this publication and all that is behind it with an impending re-activation of my musical side, I am gratefully doing what I love! In this issue of Pure, meet the exceptionally amazing Ooh Chic with Johnny Kelvin & La Ona and experience their connection with music. With a burst of energy, these two travel around the globe, entertaining an elite group of people and strengthening their motto: “don’t just look good, feel good.” Doing what you love and loving what you do play a big role in your happiness, and this issue has a few more people who have chosen to follow their passions!

I am so fascinated by Peter Arndell’s good deeds; he is a young entrepreneur who believes in youth! Having got the chance to study in Switzerland at The Ecole D’Humanite, a school whose motto is “become who you are meant to be,” he now spends much of his time mentoring and inspiring the young. Love for their country led Erika Cannegieter-Smith, Melanie Choisy and Anna Rabess - Richardson to start the new foundation Be The Change with the purpose of helping non-profit organizations and local causes get the support they need and promoting a volunteering culture. We also included two exceptional NGOs which need all possible support for the sake of the children. Get more familiar with the I Can Foundation and Smiles for Christmas. This issue has much to love: fashion, beauty, lifestyle, entertainment. You will find something that speaks to you. Ph. by Yotam Sandak.

rowing up, it was undeniable my passion was art and music. If I was not writing a new song, I was creating choreography with my friends. Other times I would cut and recreate my mom’s clothing into something spectacular that could fit me. Of course, Mom wasn’t happy to find out her favorite skirt was now a dress that fit her eight year old.

Read and enjoy!

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Rio Photographs by Yotam Sandak.

Pure Goes Rio “Party For a PurePose," - A sultry Brazilian-themed evening brought the excitement of Rio's Carnival to SXM! On Thursday, January 31st an elite crowd attended a spectacular Brazilian celebration at the lavish Ocean Lounge at Holland House Hotel. Beach Jewel Swimwear was officially lauched, along with a genuine live Batucada, Capoeira and Samba show. For more photos on this event, go to our facebook album ”Pure Goes Rio Jan 31, 2013”. facebook.com/PureLifestyleMagazine The event was sponsored by: Moet & Chandon Ice Imperial, Agua Luca Ultra Premium Cachaca, L’Oreal Paris, Prestigious Gifts & Gems and Kia Motors.

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Culture.

Behind the

Illustration: Maia Lubrano

Erika Cannegieter-Smith & “Be the Change”.

social causes on the island. Second, pool funds and goods donated, allocate them to a monthly featured NGO and broadcast it electronically to membership. Last, create a

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e the change you wish to see in this world.” St. Maarten’s own locals, Erika Cannegieter-Smith,

Melanie Choisy and Anna Rabess - Richardson are doing just that. Igniting a social philanthropic movement based on the Gandhi quote above, Erika and her board at Be The Change (BTC) are dedicated to positively improving life on St. Maarten by way of a new “electronic membership group,” actively encouraging the community -- from every socio-economic background -- to contribute monies and volunteer their time to various non-profit organizations and local causes. “Be The Change is a “grassroots foundation,” a middleman for all the Non - Governmental Organizations (NGOs) on

philanthropic movement and promote a volunteering culture.

Wow! The member’s newsletter and e-blast relates tangible ROI on charitable investments by reporting how the NGOs are doing, how your donations are assisting their cause and how, when and where you can volunteer your time or money in the future. “Many organizations come up with certain incentives to entice donations but we’re telling people it’s their national duty to volunteer and give back. We’ve created an informative social networking platform, a place to learn how and where their help is needed most. It’s a portal for caring!”

island. One can consider it a monthly mutual fund for charitable donations and an informative social map for all the worthy causes we have here,” states Ms. Choisy.

Be The Change chooses twelve NGOs yearly and always

What’s it all mean?

Change as well, contact: bethechangesxm@gmail.com and

Pure has learned BTC’s three objectives: First, increase awareness for all the non-governmental organizations and 12

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welcomes more. For more information on how to Be The visit them at: facebook.com/bethechangesxm

SMILES FOR CHRISTMAS.

local projects is covered. Unfortunately, St. Maarten is considered a wealthy country and consequently instructed

hat could you do with others if you knew you couldn’t fail?

to raise funds locally,” she continued.

Another newsworthy NGO, although not part

Army Captain Jonas and his wife Laura needed to fund the

It became obvious to Smiles For Christmas that Salvation

of Be The Change as yet, is Smiles For Christmas.

2012 Christmas Party. So they birthed Couture For Charity.

What exactly is Smiles For Christmas? SXM ladies Steph-

Pure Magazine joined Smiles For Christmas on June 2,

anie Vincent, Rita Friday, Simran Bharwani, Kantu Mirpuri

2012 for Couture For Charity, a memorable evening of tea

and Lilly Wathey had previously provided Christmas charity

party fashion at the Westin Resort Hotel in Oyster Bay

outreach individually but realized they could pool their

sponsored by Pure Media Group, Revlon and Q104.3.

energy and resources to increase their impact. They

Spotted supporting that evening were local celebrities like

formed Smiles For Christmas, aimed at enhancing quality

Miguel Alexander, Susha Hein, Indhira Marlin, Brenda

of life for St. Maarten children through Salvation Army

Wathey, Chet Euton, and Samantha Georges-Jacobs, as well

community outreach programs and of course, dedicated to

as the Hon. Prime Minister Sarah Wescott Williams -- all

making Christmas a little brighter.

enjoying the fashion of designer Roshny Mahbubani and her

Amazing!

breathtaking handmade embroidered Fusion Indian wear.

“Several Salvation Army programs we raise funds for

“Couture for Charity was a great success and exceeded

include The Christmas Outreach Program, The After

financial expectations! With over 250 in attendance, we

School Program, The Soup Kitchen Program and the Meals

were even able to use some excess funds to purchase

on Wheels Program,” states founding member Simran

backpacks and school supplies for 50 children in need!”

Bharwani.

declared Simran.

“An enormous challenge is many people think the Salvation

Christmas day 2012, The Salvation Army welcomed over 350

Army is an international organization where funding for

children, young adults and volunteers from the Learning purelifestyle.co

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Behind the cause Unlimited School who spend their time each year wrapping

“We’re a foster home offering a real home to children,

Christmas presents individually. Hot food, fun, games and

victims of neglect, abuse or other social issues, where they

a visit from Santa added to this year’s joy of being a child

receive full time care, treatment, guidance and through

around the holidays, thanks to Smiles For Christmas and

house life, we work to prepare them for the future,” reveals

The Salvation Army.

Cassandra. A most heartfelt and inspiring story! Generous benevolent

For more information or to volunteer your time or funds

people have stepped in to fill the needs of the community

contact: Salvation Army Captain Jonas; +1.721.553.5482

and work closely with The Family Guardian Supervisory

or visit sxmsalvationarmy/facebook

Foundation, The Court of Guardianship, local schools, parents and guardians. ‘I Can’ is literally raising children into well-rounded adults.

The I Can Foundation of St. Maarten. inally we report on the ‘I Can’ Foundation of St. Maarten, one of Be The Change’s

initial 12 NGO’s. The ‘I Can’ Foundation of SXM is a

most sensational and awe-inspiring group of individuals working toward change and social commitment here on St. Maarten. Establishing a foster home in 1996, ‘I Can’ has since sheltered over 30 children, even providing refuge for kids from neighboring islands. Pure Magazine learned that President Cassandra Gibbs, along with her crew Macario Giterson, Maria Alexis, Lester De Graff, Ronald Pinard, Calvin Turner and Lydia Lake have as their objectives fostering strong and capable young adults, assisting families and parents in critical situations and equipping children through life-long educational programs that strengthen social development.

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Incredible! “All community resources are utilized to ensure everyone receives proper counseling, medical treatment, recreation and individualized scholastic programs,” affirms Ms. Gibbs. So imagine having (and housing!) 30 children: It takes home

improvement,

maintenance,

landscaping,

playgrounds, toys, school uniforms, utilities, personal care and so much more. Sounds expensive. It also sounds like a most worthwhile cause to volunteer your time, spare supplies, or anything else. Inquires contact +1.721.547.7013 or find them at www.i-canfoundation.org or of course, you can always join Be The Change and automatically donate to I Can and more!

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Peter Arndell Opening doors by &leading example. By Ariel Jamil. Photographed by Lionel Georges.

arely does the word PURE describe the true essence of a person. A gentleman and a gentle man, young, hot, refined, smooth, shy and sexy, Peter Arndell illustrates our definition of the purest of men on SXM!

“Quite flattering, I’d never view myself as any of that but thank you nevertheless,” began Peter when read his intro.

Who is Peter Arndell? A young, aspiring and inspiring entrepreneur leading a community of youth island-wide through mentoring, education and love of his own passion, board sports. Local owner and operator of Rebl 7 Surf shop in Simpson Bay (art gallery, bar, tattoo parlor, community center, et al,)tourism and hospitality master, volunteer and teacher -- what an example! With a Swiss mom and SXM dad by way of Aruba, Peter was born locally and a St. Dominick kid until age 15 but jumped at an opportunity to study in his mom’s homeland at The Ecole D‘Humanite -- a school with the motto, “Become who you are meant to be.” “If you had talent or passion, they pushed you to nurture and foster it. I became completely enveloped in snowboarding. The school was right on the slopes and we had a mandatory three hour class weekly!” With an enormous love for boarding, Peter remained years afterward to teach colleagues and underclassmen in Hasliberg and St. Moritz, Switzerland. “Woodworking, silversmithing, rock and ice climbing; education doesn’t only take place inside the classroom. There’s more to life, more to you,” says Peter of his schooling. “We couldn’t go to clubs, smoke or drink alcohol. I starred in musicals and took Shakespeare. We were told to make our

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Opening doors &leading by

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own music and act in our own plays.”

What doors are open for youth? There are no closed doors

Continuing at The Swiss School of Tourism and Hospitality

at Rebel 7. I teach skills and how to jump out of comfort

in CHUR (East Switzerland,) Peter says, “It was quite an

zones. With the right key, anyone can surf any wave or open

experience, you can’t learn higher customer service and

any door. I love staying on the water, always another wave,

hospitality skills, which included a year-long apprenticeship

another door. That’s how I stay positive.

at a 5-star hotel on Lake Zurich, learning the hotel and hospitality industries from bottom to top.”

Q: The future of land and water sports initiatives?

Returning in 2009, he continues here what he did there,

A: Sports is the perfect unity tool, yet we need to show

coaching others on passions -- but this time it’s surfing. He

justification for fixing and expanding existing centers. The

teaches and volunteers for youth development programs

more island-wide youth there are integrating their

and instructs tourism and hospitality in hotels. An educator

passions, the higher the likelihood of future competitions

and a natural mentor, the kids here seem to gravitate

on international stages. That breeds sustainability, where

toward him. A board sports Captain? An island Pied Piper?

everyone benefits from every move. A more sustainable tourism industry should incorporate everyone in our

Q: Tell us about the concept of your store Rebl 7.

growing nation. A perfect heavy interaction platform

A: I sell unique brands (Sullen, DGK, Matix, Aldum, Santa

between locals, tourist and businesses, combined with 37

Cruise, Bodyboards, Pride.) We’re the only Exile skin

beaches -- one can see the possibilities and island from

board dealer on the island. I love sports and fun but what I

multiple perspectives. Surrounded by water with untold

predominantly care about is the “intrinsic motivation”

possibilities, experience it on top of or under-

board sports give to kids. Practiced with a minimum investment, you can be creative, progress in your own fashion, express how you feel to the world - it’s your canvass, something I learned from snowboarding

neath its waves. As an organic progression to his projects, Peters developed an apprenticeship. “Everyone knows how to fill respective

yet not represented enough here.

duties within the shop and community.

Many kids are held down by their own mental

Why not learn sales, inventory, repair,

chains. They think they can’t do things

maintenance? It prohibits kids falling

because of their race. I didn’t believe in any of that. If I’d thought that way in Switzerland I’d never have done anything, never travelled the

through the cracks, which I’m not going to let happen. Everyone benefits;

one

just

tags

along”. With a honeyed, Bob Marley-

world.

esque glow, Peter shoots me Q:

“Intrinsic

motivation”

through surfing? A: I don’t teach surfing, I align variables so it’s only natural the kids have opportunities to get on the boards. I provide opportunities. The world is a place to fuel passions.

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a smooth glance from above his shades. He radiates when speaking of the passion, promise and future of the next wave, the next open door -- both for him and his collective.

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Ooh Party! By A. Jamil

Johnny Kelvin & La Ona. 20

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hey used to throw us out three times a weekend just to recharge admission to the various parties. We’d fall sleep on the

enormous speakers because the bass was so loud. Infamous NYC dance denizens like Club Shelter, Save the Robots and Sound Factory kept us frenzied for days at a time. Twenty-some years later... A glamorous 2012 Fall afternoon White Party at new Panlaan Restaurant in Cole Bay. With a few mic taps, my trained ear discerns familiarity; my heart races. Quickly I scramble to question the host about the live entertainment. There’s no other way to describe it: Ooh my Lord. OohChic! Immediately whisked back to age 17, I’m up on the dance floor, swirling to the love emanating from the decks. Who and what is OohChic? Like hot butter melting into my nooks and crannies of a house muffin soul -- OohChic is DJ Diva La-Ona & Vocalist DJ Johnny Kelvin, internationally acclaimed superstars and live entertainment masters!

“A PURE form of entertainment,” OohChic’s “don’t just look good, feel good” motto echoes the experience created by their spectacular live acts that literally reach out to the passion of the audience during electrified performances. “Enthralling parties streaming with surges of energy created; let yourself go, enjoy the moment and release the mind of all.”

How has something this cool stayed so quiet? Does SXM even know about these parties with orgasmic feeling and emotion? Johnny and Ona have picked SXM for their home, choosing to travel worldwide with their entertainment firm. Only now (fortunately for us) have they been coaxed out of their most private shells and studio time to perform live for us at limited island-wide locales, sharing their talents locally at venues such as their Le Shore White Party (first Saturday of every month,) New Years Eve, St. Barts, etc... What makes an OohChic event so unique and unsurpassed? They aim to inspire through music, fashion, entertainment and styling while sharing music, a positive energy and atmosphere geared toward making people feel welcome, special and appreciated. Additionally, Ona’s love of House music inconceivably outshines my own. Preposterous! “We cross over, reaching a wide range of audiences, accessible to all types of music lovers.” The core of the show is main act DJ Johnny Kelvin singing live while mixing uplifting dance and house music. With his six octave vocal range, he creates live mash-ups singing soul, R&B or even opera. “Depending on the event, venue and crowd, we utilize different types of live entertainment: rhythmic percussions, funky saxophones, acrobatic dancers, gospel choir or even a 28 piece orchestra. We love islands Bali and Ibiza for their purelifestyle.co

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Ooh Party! beats. We organize fashion shows, club parties, film festivals, corporate events, unplugged sessions. “We create different climaxes during our show. Johnny may cut the beat, blacken the room and sing ‘Nessun Dorma.’ Some audience members have been known to even cry at that moment! The show goes beyond what we know about DJ-ism, It’s a spectacle with highlights!”

motto: “Don’t just look good, feel good! Looking good is the ritual of preparing for the night. Our party guests dress up and do their makeup. It’s part of the foreplay. The ritual of looking good provides the energy for the party. It’s very important for us: a woman in high heels has a certain proudness in her femininity, which makes a huge difference in how she experiences her night,” coos Ona.

Johnny and Ona write and compose music for themselves and other artists for OohChic’s own production company. They score commercials, design tracks and draft corporate identities for business, where Johnny picked up his love for a good whiskey and signature trademark fine cigar rituals, “a terrific bridge to the corporate world.”

Who are these crazy musical cats? From a small family on Aruba, six-octave range mid-soprano Johnny moved to Holland to study opera and modern jazz, only to meet Ona, a marketing major and professional House music DJ from Haarlem. A quick trip to do a show in Aruba; they spontaneously decided to marry.

The love of rituals - a good whiskey, a fine cigar, looking good, preparing for the evening - defines the OohChic

When I tell you Johnny is fervent and fanatical about Ona and he uncompromisingly drinks her ‘Kool-aid’ it’s an

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understatement. “I’ve never been so possessed by a woman, the only woman I’ve never been afraid of or ran away from. I don’t love anything as much as Ona; she tames me in a beautiful way.” “I’m a fool for her. We have a higher frequency together; it’s a great relationship. Only music comes close to this frequency,” Kelvin describes the ‘frequency’ of his relationship with Ona, as well as his relationship with music. “We become better as we grow, as men, in music, the energy you exert is correlative to your frequency level. Compromise is from the head but accepting is from the heart.” So what’s OohNext? Busy in the USA and St. Barts, performances, club events, publishing music and looking to create the ‘new norm’ on St. Maarten, improving the entertainment lifestyle here. “No matter what age group, the OohChic loyal target knows what music can do for them. Dedicated fans are our best promotional tools. (Uhhh… like me?) We don’t need to publicize or market our product too much; social media and our websites put us in a luxurious position, and displaying what we do transcends to our faithful devoted crowd who spread the word.

more romantic zone for quality entertainment, to use music as spiritual guidance. We create a passionate musical bubble to find new ways to get people to let themselves go, to lose themselves in the romance of discovery of self and setting. Music can be foreplay, the longer the foreplay, the stronger and higher the climax!” Back in the early 90s; DJs were rock stars who toyed with our emotions through music like foreplay, amping us up only to drop us off the next cliff, time after time. And of course, no one ever asked us for ID. We danced all night long. We were young, free and all we wanted was the music. Finally, we’ve got the music! A fierce performance to attend! It’s been all too long since we’ve felt the journey, experienced the climax or been part of an organic worthwhile entertainment extravaganza. (Rapture me in the passion of the dance floor, please!) I’ll be seeing you at the next OohChic event, not to be missed!

To check out OohChic: www.oohchic.com www.johnnykelvin.com, www.facebook.com/oohchic dj_johnnykelvin twitter

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Z Rock Gym,

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veryone wants to be fit but what exactly does it take? Different body types and genetics mean we face very different and specific individual challenges. Virginie and her trainers at The Z Rock Gym in Cupecoy understand the secrets, tailoring specific activities to keep you pumped and challenged!

The Iron Way, Machines & Weights! If you’re the type who likes to lift, weight training is perfect for building muscle mass, toning or definition -- depending on how heavy the lifting. Z-rock’s instructors recommend ‘‘Supersets,’’ 3 times a week; a faster way of building muscle in less time! Supersets allow you to overload muscle without using heavy weights and with limited rest in between sets, adding intensity to your workouts. Virginie’s tip: On opposite days jump on the cardio equipment -- ellipticals, treadmills and stationary bikes to burn calories, build cardiovascular performance and help with fat weight loss.

The Stretchy Way, Yoga! If you’re looking to increase physicalities like strength, balance, flexibility and breathing then Yoga is the safe and effective way for you! Align your body and soul with Z-Rock’s qualified Yoga instructors who guide you carefully through each pose. Virginie’s Tip: She suggests regular practice; easing stress by involving breathing movements and meditation.

Virginie’s Tip: “Combining Pilates with a healthy diet helps you achieve the lean and long body you’ve always dreamed about!”

The Party Way, Zumba! If you’re ready to dance yourself into shape then Zumba is for you. A Latin inspired

exhilarating “fitness party,” Zumba doubles as an addictive calorie burning workout! People of all ages and shapes dance to easy choreographed moves to Salsa and Merengue rhythms with the outstanding Z-Rock Zumba instructor. Virginie’s Tip: Come and dance your calories away and have a blast at the same time. Regular classes can become habit forming!

The Sweaty Way, Spinning! If you are looking for a low-impact workout to shed stubborn fat and have fun at the same time -- Spinning is for you! An easy way to get fit rapidly, Spinning can be an intense and challenging cardio workout, achieving more fat-burning and lean muscles in no time. Higher rates of exercise burn more calories, utilizing music helps you sweat more and boost your metabolism -- up to 24 hours or more. Virginie’s Tip: The key to a good spin class is changing tempo and pace by climbing and sprinting short intervals with a few seconds of recovery in between. Take Spinning to the next level with Z-Rock’s personal Spinning trainers who mix up the routine with surprises to maximize results!

The Whoopass Way, Kick Boxing & Aikido! Z-Rock’s certified MMA Instructor motivates you into shape with a different cardio approach. A combination of Martial Arts and cardio, a Kickboxing workout is a total body workout. Aikido, a modern Martial Art, teaches aggression control without inflicting injuries. Z-Rock’s AIKIDO master teaches techniques of holding, throwing and utilizing opponent’s motion to gain momentum.

The Strengthening Way, Pilates!

Virginie’s Tip: With weekly adult and kids classes, come put on your gloves and get ripped with us, consistency is key!

If you like a strong and solid core for strength and posture, Pilates is the conditioning for you! Z-Rock’s certified Pilates instructors say, “It’s all about the posture!” Poor posture comes from a weak core, causing shoulders to roll forward, lending to an appearance of looking significantly shorter. Pilates helps improve balance, flexibility and posture by developing your core abdominal strength.

You provide the determination and discipline, Z-Rock’s instructor team supplies the strategy -- “proper form and attention;” detailing exact movements to prevent injury within all exercise platforms. From personal tours and training to attention and answers, Z-Rock knows service and is ready to help you reach your goals!

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Where everybody is!

Immerse yourself in the delicious flavors of Northern Italy at Luna Rossa!

Live in SXM and need a vacation? Get away from it all at Jimbo’s Rock & Blues Café!

Owners Antonio and Pia Olmo serve up the finest in family hospitality and the freshest of ingredients -- the most significant elements of fine Italian cuisine. From home made pasta specials like spaghetti with clams to the freshest mahimahi, grouper, tuna tartare or tuna steak; indulge your palate with red snapper in livornese sauce, soft and juicy rib eye, veal scaloppine w/lemon sauce, cotoletta alla milanese, bresaola carpaccio and of course the vitello tonnato, a typical Northern Italian Summer dish. Captivating specialties of the house include an amazing caprese salad served with a scoop of basil ice cream or parma ham and melon served with a scoop of melon ice cream! They also pride themselves on the best tiramisu on island! Luna Rossa boasts free WiFi, credit card and family friendly ambiance -- and real mediterranean cuisine.

Now in their 11th year and voted “Best Mexican” the last four years in a row! Haven’t been there? It's time! Been a while? Come for new menu items! Mexican with Caribbean flair; Jimbo’s flavors incorporate imported gourmet chili peppers: hot Habanero, Chipotle and not hot like Ancho and Pasilla Negros. Jimbo’s Island Fire hot sauce on each table. Use just one drop if you dare! Margaritas served in hand-blown Mexican glassware -- a pitcher for the gang! Try the 5hr slow baked Award Winning BBQ Ribs. Craving fish? Order Stuffed Grouper Chipotle. Add sizzle with Jimbo’s Sizzling Fajitas – chicken, steak, shrimp, lobster or veggie, too! Strong drinks, large portions and welcoming staff; tailored meals for vegetarians and special needs! Specialty desserts: Banana Jimbojanga or Sizzling Brownie Sundae… Yumm! Tropical decks surrounds the swimming pool, waterfalls and beautifully lit palm trees. “Where am I, Hawaii?”

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Long French Lunches W ARIELLE's favourites

ith elegance and style, our warm, hazy afternoons turn into hot, sultry evenings with long, lazy island-style lounging, dining, cocktailing; nothing says romance, luxury (and money!) more than our all-day culinary love affair... Take a long French lunch!

Whether you live here or visit often, you know exactly what we mean. Let’s go lounge and lunch! Can you (barely) remember those lunches you never return to work from? Pure (re)visits some of my favorite spots spanning decades, gastro-chic eateries to sit back, uncoil, unbutton, be seen, be fabulous and of course, uncork several bottles of our favorite Rose! How many hours can you spend at a long French lunch? Pure finds out!

I come from a family of sailors. Sailors who love to eat. (Does your family plan lunch at breakfast and dinner at lunch?) Adventurers who sailed and ate their way

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Guadeloupe,

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Lucia,

Grenadines, Antigua, the BVIs and of course, SXM. We always came back to St. Maarten / St. Martin. Windward or Leeward, we unfailingly returned to Marigot year after year; were let loose on the quaint French village at a fledgling age; danced in the clubs, shopped in the markets, drank fresh coconut water at the Coconut Hut; ran amuck in Marina Royal; the West Indies Mall was just a shell of a construction site...

The first and fondest memory... Four - plus hour long cuisine-du-France’ at the formidable La Vie En Rose, at that time directly situated on the waterfront. As I was forced to kiddie-lap the table for endless droning hours of bottle after bottle, course after course, my parents introduced me to their level of patience and fortitude. Now with parents who sail, one might force themselves into signing on for the necessary “seven years before the mast” as well. Working on boats for several years, you can become a seasoned crew diner at swanky St. Barts, Gustavia Harbor cafes like Le Repair and L’Oblige, sacrificing monetary

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offerings to the culinary French gods. “Pizza for five with

with a cobalt blue bottle shaped like a monkey. You gotta

two bottles of wine = 300 Euro. What happened?”

love the French, always dishing out the after-meal shots! Sun beach, La playa, Waikiki, Kontiki, Bikini. We can go for

What about endless hours spent eating fresh-grilled

miles and miles and miles.

snapper and lobster on Sandy Island, off stunning Anguilla, azure hues while sifting the softest pink sand through our

The epitome? The penultimate? My highest rated long french lunch in SXM? We consistently

toes and drinking icy frozen adult libations and concoc-

try to challenge the zip wires or perhaps a hike to the top of

tions? Can we stay overnight? Forever? (We may have to.)

Pic Paradise today? Yeah, right! Impossible to pass the

surrounded by warm, sparkling, crystalline turquoise and

eco-pool grounds with chair side tapas / drink service. Let

Where’s the romance you ask?

How about day

the boys hit the “no fly zone” today; the girls have the

trips on our friend’s boat to Yellow Beach on Pinel, spent

afternoon all mapped out. Our ‘eco-mountain orienteering

basking in the sun and waist-high, bath-temp waters with

exam’ this afternoon consists of hikes from pool to

our floating beer cooler? The grilled langoustines, coupled

wine-chiller stand lounge-side! The favorite rose here? We

with the coldest Rose, turned every meal we ever had there

call it the “Blue Magic.” You call it “Clos Belise.”

into a romantic swirl of dance, sex, heat, passion… I could go on if you like.

So is food the spice of life on this island for you and me? Or alternatively, is the spice of life on our island the food? We

Unable to forget our old Bamboo Bernie’s -- before the

challenge you to find out for yourselves. Where was your

permanent move (removal) so graciously assisted by host

last long French lunch and why isn’t it today?

Hurricane Omar? We sat eating fresh huge sushi platters while salty waves crashed on top of our thatched cabanas,

While you’re reading this, in fact...

laughing about it deep into the evenings. Sakified!

Grand Case. Stop right there. We can’t ever pass by our favorite budget “Rib Shack,” where fresh snapper grilled with the most outrageous garlic sauce devoured --

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while we people/boat/sun/wave/Speedo-watch. We can sit there and pick at it for hours -- or at least until way after sunset, when they kicked us out. Yet not one of us can get through a Grand Case long french lunch locale debate without considering Blue Martini Bistro; hours in the tropical courtyard garden bustling with French-Creole spirit and flare. At the bar we find Leffe Blonde on tap (tap beer? Yes!), together with a luxurious and extensive wine list: champagnes, reds, rosés and whites by glass or bottle. So French. Oui love it! The true soul of the long French lunch lies in the Orient. You may be able to tell this segment of the story with thousands of your own, but my moment of devotion began purelifestyle.co

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hether you’re a resident or tourist, there is plenty of adventure around here -- even with limited time! There are hundreds of things to do in SXM, if only you’ve got the clock on your side (and the right flip flops!) Here’s a great start:

Watch the amazing take-offs and landings at Guy's Drift Wood Boat Bar!

Find it on the West side of Maho Beach. Look for the bar that looks like a boat! Sip cold drinks while watching planes arrive and depart, stay to watch Maho’s famous sunsets. They serve food, too: the pizzas are unbelievable! (www.sxmboatbar.com)

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Dance the night away at our most exclusive indoor nightclub, Le Shore Private Club in Simpson Bay or under the stars at Club Bliss, SXM’s best open-air club in Caravansarai. View the vast Caribbean Sea and neighboring islands St. Kitts, Nevis and Saba from the top of Cole Bay Hill.

Captain your own inflatable craft on a lagoon tour with Rhino Tours. (www.happyhoursxm.com)

Get a bird's eye view of St. Maarten while parasailing or take kite surfing lessons on Orient Beach. Get your board sports on there or at any of hours our 37 publicly accessible, stunning beaches! Gear up for it all at Rebl7 Surf Shop in Simpson Bay. (www.facebook.com/REBL7)

Experience the sparkle of life on our coral reefs with mask, snorkel, fins or dive gear. (www.divesafarisstmaarten.com)

Visit the best duty-free shopping stroll in the Caribbean on Philipsburg’s famous Boardwalk and Front Street.

Feel the softest sand slip between your toes and soak up the sun on Mullet Bay or Orient Bay beaches. Enjoy our crystalline, warm Caribbean ocean temperatures.

Fly through the trees at Loterie Farm’s “Fly Zone”. Try their jaw-dropping zip-line canopy ride, swim in their phenomenal eco pool or hike to the top of Pic Paradis, with stunning views of everywhere! Don’t miss the “Little Tarzan” zip line course (ages 8+) (www.loteriefarm.com).

Take an island-wide motorcycle ride on a Harley Davidson. (www.harleystmaarten.com) Run, kayak, cycle, hike all over the place. Take a Safari Jeep Tour or explore on your own; it’s hard to get lost! (www.exquisitestmartin.com) Strengthen with Yoga or Pilates on the beach while watching the most stunning sunrises and sunsets you’ll ever see. (www.facebook.com/SXMYoga) Sip your favorite frozen adult libation overlooking the ocean at Pure favorite The Holland House’s Ocean Lounge in Philipsburg! (www.facebook.com/HollandHouseBeachHotel)

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Visit TriSport in Simpson Bay and Kim Sha Beach for the best gear, tours and events to keep your blood pumping. Enjoy SXM’s stunning views, even on your own, via paved roads and trails on a mountain bike (www.trisportsxm.com).

Take a sunset dinner cruise onboard the Catamaran Lambada Sunset Sail. (www.stmaarten-activities.com) Taste the local flavor at Guavaberry Emporium on Front St. in Philipsburg.

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Taste the thrill of America’s Cup Yacht Racing on winner "Stars & Stripes." (www.12metre.com) Get up close and personal with a 100 lb. marlin on your charter fishing expedition. (leesfish.com)

Relax and rejuvenate at our high level spas island wide. We love Good Life Spa in Maho and Carita Day Spa! Take a short ferry ride to St. Barts, Saba or Anguilla. Swim with Dolphins at Anguillan Dolphin Fantasies Park; snorkel the colorful reefs of Sandy Island, Anguilla; experience the best rated dives in the Caribbean in Saba’s National Marine Park and satisfy your luxury shopping needs in downtown Gustavia, St. Barts!

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Watch butterflies emerge from their chrysalis at the Butterfly farm. (www.thebutterflyfarm.com) Play Golf on St. Maarten! Mullet Bay Resort & Golf Course offers a full 18 holes near several lagoons. A fairly challenging course designed by Joseph Lee features sensational views of Mullet Bay and is a short walk from the beach. Tee times / reservations: +1.721.545.2801.

St. Martin Sky Diving with Caribbean Sky Dream. Free fall 150mph from 12,500 feet skydiving, with incredible views. Based at Grand Case airport, cost is $215.00 p/p. Open every day, 10AM to 3:30PM. Inquire about Paragliding! Phone: 0590.29.2710.

Adrenaline junkies not quite satiated? Looking for the most fun you can possibly have? For more exciting adventures on and around SXM, check out Pure’s next issue, where we find 101 of the best things to do around here!

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Directory ANTILLIAN LIQOURS N.V. Orange Grove Rd #10. Colebay, St.Maarten. Tel : +1(721) 544-5547

BAMBOO BERNIES Sonesta, Maho Beach Resort – 2nd floor. Tel : +1(721) 545-3622 reservations@bamboobernies.net www.bamboobernies.net

B&C BEVERAGES Distributors of Dasani, Corona. Roses Road, Zagersgut. Tel : +1(721) 542-2283 Fax : +1(721) 545-3134

CARIBBEAN LIQUORS & TOBACCO B.V. Distributors of Belvedere Vodka, Hennessy. 3 W.G. Buncamper Road. Philispburg - St. Maarten. Tel : +1(721) 542-2140 Fax :+1(721) 542-2241

CARITA PARIS Welfare Rd #68, Puerta Del Sol. SimpsonBay - St. Maarten. Tel : +1(721) 544-2142/527-2969 caritaspa@live.com www.carita.com

DESIGNER EXCHANGE Back Street #59, Philipsburg. Tel : +1(721)542-3559

+1(721) 545-2388 Ext. 772 info@thegoodlifespa.com

INTERNATIONAL LIQUOR & TOBACCO TRADING N.V. Distributors of Johnnie Walker, Heineken, Red Bull, Smirnoff, Baileys, Tanqueray and J&B. Yrausquin Boulevard Rd. Bldg #89. Philipsburg, St. Maarten. Tel : +1(721) 543-7721

JIMBO’S HARD ROCK & BLUES CAFE Simpson Bay, St.Maarten. Tel : +1(721) 544-3600 jimboscafe@caribserve.net www.jimboscafe.com

KAPTIVA Marina Royal #19 St.Martin. Old Street Philipsburg. Tel : (590) 590-877-584 kaptiva@hotmail.com

KAT DOG Howel Center 148C. 97150 St. Martin. Tel : (590) 590-871-880/ (590) 690-103-144

LUNA ROSSA Welfare Rd #68, Puerta Del Sol Bdg. Cole Bay - St. Maarten. Cell: +1(721) 522-7075 Tel: +1(721) 544-2693

M.A.C COSMETICS EN VOGUE Fashion & accessories store. 7 Maho Plaza- Maho, St. Maarten. Tel : +1(721) 545-2015

Boardwak # 64, Philipsburg. St. Maarten. Tel: +1(721) 542-3441

La Terasse, Maho Plaza. Tel : +1(721) 545-2540/ 545-2356 Royal Islander.

MEDICOSMETICS ST.MAARTEN NV Distributors of L’Oreal Paris, Garnier Nutrisse, Glucerna. Cashew Tree Drive 5-B. Tel : +1(721)544-5442

RAWBELLE Rawbelle Jewelry by Rachel Mouial Tel : (590) 690-574-555 rawbelle@hotmail.com

SENSES COSMETIC STORES Boardwak # 65, Philipsburg. St. Maarten. Tel: +1(721) 5423441

SKY BEACH Sonesta, Maho Beach Resort, 3rd floor. Tel : +1(721) 520 5091 info@theskybeach.com www.theskybeach.com

ST.MAARTEN NECTAR Tel : +1(721) 520-7667 info@stmaartennectar.com FB: St.Maarten Nectar

WEST INDIES SUPPLIES Cosmetics wholesaler/distributor of Sally Hansen, Advil, Maybelline, John Freida, Biore. Airport Road Tel : +1(721) 545-2306 Fax :+1(721) 545-2305 wis@palapamarina.com

Z ROCK POSITIVE TRAINING MARIEBELLA

THE GOOD LIFE SPA

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Ready to wear and accessories. Puerta Del Sol Plaza Unit 204 Cole Bay - St. Maarten. Tel/Fax : +1(721) 544-2844

Rainbow Beach Club Tel : +1(721) 520-0263 Fax :+1(721) 526-8815 instructor@z-rock.info

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