The Future Issue by Noir Magazine

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NOIR MEETS STEVE-O

EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW

with Rising Star Caroline Flack

Stars Ftouture Watch

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his issue we looked to the future for our inspiration and theme for the issue. What I love about the future is the unknown; what will happen, what will life be like: it is also what makes me –and you– anxious with the what ifs? Now whilst we can’t look into a crystal ball and tell you what the future will be like, we can bring you all the ‘future’ related issues, fashion, stars and beauty tips that you will need. Our various future themed fashion shoots will provide you with great inspiration for your own style as well as introducing you to the best talent that is graduating from our top fashion schools. This month’s style edits will bring you the best A/W11 trends and show you how to achieve the catwalk looks on a high street budget. We also discuss why we love the futurism trend: aptly written as the future is also a trend this season. Ever wondered what influence the future has on fashion, what fame will mean in the future or where you will be jetting off to in the years to come? Well we have these covered for you and give you a sneak peek into our thoughts and predictions. This issue we have also done a great job of bringing you some amazing stars and talent that are stars of the future. As well as our future stars section (where we introduce you to the latest star recruits), we have interviews with Jackass star Steve-O, Nicky Hilton, Jaime King, Louise Roe, TOWIE star Lydia Bright and many more. This month’s cover star is none other than rising star in the making Caroline Flack who took time out from her busy presenting schedule to take part in our exclusive shoot and talk to NOIR about The X Factor and Xtra Factor and also women in TV and on-camera mishaps.

“The best thing about the future is that it comes only one day at a time.” ABRAHAM LINCOLN Enjoy, Leanne Milligan

Editor in Chief - NOIR Magazine

Follow me on Twitter @astylishliving

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THE FUTURE ISSUE COVER Photographer: JENNY BROUGH - jennybrough.co.uk Stylist: RACHEL GOLD - rachgold.com Make-up: HEATHER B - makeupbyheatherb.com Hair Stylist: NICOLE GEARY - nicolegeary.net Set Designer: HARRY RILEY Photographers Assistant: CHARLOTTE BATES • Stylists Assistant: HANNAH CROSSKEY Retoucher: MONICA CHAMORRO - monicachamorro.com Location: HOTEL VERTA, Special thanks to Andrew Thomason GM - hotelverta.com Jacket: Stella McCartney £1175 - www.matchesfashion.com

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about her new jewellery COVER STORIES collection and gives us her 44 COVER INTERVIEW… style tips. CAROLINE FLACK 86 STEVE-O INTERVIEW - 28 DESIGNER Q&A… WITH DAISY KNIGHTS Steve-O gets quizzed on Jackass, life, the ladies, overcoming his demons and his new book.

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STARS OF THE FUTURE SECTION - Busy Phillips - Kaylee Defer - Steven McQueen - Lucy Hale - Zara Martin - Dustin Milligan

NOIR VIEW 7 WHY WE LOVE…THE FUTURISM TREND 26 FOMA: Fear of Missing Out 34 ARE WOMEN BECOMING MORE MASCULINE? - The

age old question: are women becoming more masculine or are men becoming more feminine; Alix Carey discusses.

36 JAIME KING INTER VIEW - The gorgeous and

talented model turned actress talks to Leanne Milligan about her success so far and her hopes for the future.

COVER STORY 44 COVER INTERVIEW…

CAROLINE FLACK

5 MINUTES WTH… ANGELA GRIFFIN

62 MELISSA GEORGE INTERVIEW

10 THINGS YOU DIDN’T KNOW ABOUT… LYDIA BRIGHT -The Only Way is

Essex star tells us 10 things we didn’t know about her.

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NOIR meets…JOEL EDGERTON The Warrior

star tells NOIR about his latest challenging role.

- The gorgeous rising star shows us how it is done in our exclusive shoot and interview. Gilda Orru chats to Caroline and gets the lowdown on all we need to know about Caroline and the X Factor gossip. Photographer Jenny Brough sets up the shot.

STYLE 9 STYLE EDITS: A/W11

TRENDS ON A HIGH STREET BUDGET - No

103 THE FUTURE OF FAME Daniela Morosini debates the matter what trend you are meaning of fame in the future.

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NOIR’S GUIDE TO THE FUTURE OF WOMEN 92 FUTURE OF TRAVEL 94 FASHION CAPITALS OF THE FUTURE NY, London, Paris and Milan:

loving this A/W, get the look on a high street budget with our best picks for this season’s trends.

THE FUTURE OF THE STYLE ICON - The next

batch of style icons to know about now.

STYLE Q&A WITH GEORGE watch out, there are new kids KOTSIOPOULOS - The on the block.

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HOW TO EASE THE PAIN OF GROWING UP

Fashion Police co-host dishes the dirt on the show, celebrities and style.

FEATURES/INTERVIEWS

100 MY STYLE WITH… LOUISE ROE

22 INTERVIEW: NICKY HILTON - Nicky Hilton

talks to Leanne Milligan

102 STEAL HER STYLE... LOUISE ROE

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ITS INFLUENCE ON FASHION Hollie Furniss charts how the future has influenced fashion and what happens next.

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I’M LOVING... - Esme

Burden is loving this season’s Boy/Girl trend.

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BEAUTY SECTION - JEMMA KIDD interview - TRIED & TESTED - BACK TO THE FUTURE - Heather B does A/W11 beauty trends influenced by past eras. - FUTURE BEAUTY - Celeb Beauty Interview: ALEKSA PALLADINO - BRIT MORGAN ON… Confidence

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2 EDITORS LETTER 5 CONTRIBUTORS 145 GIRL ABOUT TOWN

Writers & Contributors Gilda Orru Daniela Morosini Alix Carey Esme Burden Siobhan Cooper Hollie Furniss Samantha Goodwin

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NOIR con tribu to r s JEN MARSHALL

ALIX CAREY

As a typical Capricorn goat; driven and ambitious, yet practical and witty, Alix talks us through the issue of women becoming more masculine and delves into that fear all us ladies have: the fear of missing out. Designer of the Future: with her wild and creative nature I think it’s only going to be a matter of time before we see Lady Gaga designs parading down the catwalk. Meat dress anyone?

Star of the Future: they have

the best looking dad in the world, one of the most stylish women as their mum and the whole world at their feet. I’d put my money on Brooklyn, Romeo, Cruz and new addition Harper-Seven Beckham becoming pretty big stars in the future.

I think the future will… surprise us all.

In the future I hope to…

be a famous columnist like Carrie Bradshaw from Sex and the City.

The future of editorial design is right here! Our Junior Designer Jen has successfully graduated with flying colours and is ready to take the industry by storm! Designer of the Future:

Rebecca Short - having just had one of her designs opted by Lady GaGa, the 22 year old graduate is bound to become recognised for her avant-garde designs.

I think the future will… come

HEATHER B

Whether designing the layouts for the magazine, writing articles or being Make-up Artist to the stars we interview; Heather B proves once again that us ladies can truly multi-task. makeupbyheatherb.com Designer of the Future: Suri

soon enough bringing many unpredictable changes with it, and I’m sure it won’t be long before we are all remembering the days when we used to have to get up off the sofa to cook our dinner!

Cruise... and she doesn’t even know it yet!

In the future I hope to… visit

bring positive changes... and hopefully hoverboards!

Hawaii - my life long dream! I would also hope to establish myself as a successful editorial designer.

Star of the Future: Beyoncé

and Jay-Z’s baby bump. How not when inheriting those genes.

I think the future will…

In the future I hope to… be

happy, healthy, wealthy and wise.

Esme loves travelling, exploring new cities, going to festivals and relaxing in the sun: which is just as well as she talks us through the Future of Travel for this issue and also writes about what she is loving right now. Designer of the Future: Bora Aksu Star of the Future: Tessa Maye (this year’s

ESME BURDEN

face of Storm model agency)

I think the future will… bring around huge changes and exciting opportunities!

In the future I hope to… live in New York City. 5

NOIR c o ntr ib u tors GILDA ORRU

Gilda Orru: a woman of the future with an old fashion twist. This issue Gilda gives you NOIR’s Guide to the Future of Women and also interviews the amazingly talented rising star Caroline Flack. Designer of the Future: Marios Schwab Star of the Future: Saoirse Ronan I think the future will… bring us back to a simpler life.

In the future I hope to… be a good mother.

DANIELA MOROSINI Our garl about town columnist really has been doing just that for this issue; chasing down interviews for her The Future of Fame feature as well as interviewing Joel Egerton from upcoming film The Warrior. Don’t worry, her regular column is in here too… Designer of the Future: Fyodor Golan

Star of the Future

Ben Whishaw

I think the future will… see

geeks finally inherit the universe

In the future I hope to…

always have a smile on my face.

SAMANTHA GOODWIN

HOLLIE FURNISS

SIOBHAN COOPER

This issue Hollie delves into the future and tells us why we love the futurism trend and future’s influence on fashion… Designer of the Future: Sandra

A freelance stylist, artist and fashion journalist, Siobhan styles our Future is Sexy shoot and charts The Future of the Style Icon. Designer of the Future:

Backlund AND Iris van Herpen, they’re both great.

Star of the Future: Hailee

Steinfeld, she was amazing in True Grit and is only 14 years old so I have big hopes for her.

I think the future will… be very

different from the world we live in now; even more advanced and inventive!

In the future I hope to… be

happy and healthy, fulfilling my journalistic dreams with no regrets.

Simone Rocha. She’s Irish too!

Star of the Future: Harper Seven

I think the future will… well,

the immediate future is going to be very busy for me. Beyond that I don’t have a clue, I’m no Mystic Meg.

In the future I hope to…

live in Ireland, dress like Iris Apfel and have learnt how to walk in high heels. Career wise, I hope to have styled for Dazed and Another.

Our newest contributor talks us through the importance of Tumblr in creating fashion trends. Designer of the Future:

Angela Brandys (BA LCF graduate). Brandys’ SS12 collection was textural, elegant and insanely colourful featuring several pieces you’d want to take home to stroke for an hour or two.

Star of the Future: Rory Culkin; Rory Culkin’s hair.

I think the future will…

continue to be dictated by the media. Festivals are the only way to feel truly free from conformity and technology even if it’s just for a weekend.

In the future I hope to… Love!

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Futurism TR END Metallic surfaces, plating, studs, plastic, iridescent colours and geometric shapes; the futuristic trend is an innovation of all that is fantastically unexpected and unusual. Founded on the imagination and creativity of minds the results are often out of this world.

By HOLLIE FURNISS ‘But it’s weird!’ I hear you say, yes clothing can appear as if it has been pulled from the depths of Lady Gaga’s wacky wardrobe, hard to pull off and uncomfortable to wear, but the joy of the trend is that it is like no other, a trend that is utterly unique and excessive. The reason we love it is that it is a method of escapism, a way of forgetting about the conventional, mundane rituals of life and instead helps us inject fun and magic back into our souls via the wonders of our wardrobe. Think back to when we were five years old and used to dig out Disney outfits from miniature closets and dance around, wand in hand, pretending to be a fairy or princess. The feeling of being someone else was self-fulfilling and exciting to the very core. People

treat us as if we were that fictional character, bowing, curtsying and saying how pretty we looked. Then we grew up and for some reason society pressured us to start to dress our ‘age’ and look more appropriate. Why? Why can’t we carry on living out a fantasy innocently through the power of dress? Why is the alternative frowned upon and disliked? The futuristic trend is obviously for the confident and fearless. People unconcerned with other people’s attitudes and instead pre-occupied with the seduction of extremist fashion styles. People who are not afraid to stand out in a crowd as after all futuristic clothing is an art form; a clash of architecture, technology and textiles all entwined together. The trend with its racy and spacey

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‘ The FUTURISTIC trend is unrivelled visually as the ULTIMATE in ORIGINALITY and IMAGINATION. Its inventiveness allows for 3-D elements which WOW critics and FASHIONISTAS.’

Peas are known for their fascination with all things futuristic with their electronic sounds but it is Fergie that dominates the futuristic look with her explosive and daring stage costumes. The reason why they can all pull off such a wild look is because they are powerful, successful and in control. Possibility is the fundamental backbone to the futuristic trend which is probably why it is so admired. The fashion paves the way for advances in textiles and despite all its technical aspects the futuristic trend is unrivalled visually as the ultimate in originality and imagination. Its inventiveness allows for sculptural and 3-D elements which wow critics and fashionistas alike. So, before you shy away from the trend remember that futuristic fashion is the fashion of the future

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silver cut out dresses, shoulder pads and shiny fabrics that look almost wet on skin all add up to a way of power dressing for women. The world of outer space and all its scientific associations are related to men. Yet, it is the wonders of the universe that communicates with women. The masculine silhouettes and often overtly sexual nature of futuristic fashion implies that women who work this look are powerful, authoritative and sexy. After all, many of man’s ultimate fantasies are with women in futuristic films like Quorra (Olivia Wilde) from Tron Legacy and Trinity (Carrie-Anne Moss) from The Matrix. Almost every female celebrity has tried out the trend including Kate Moss, Rihanna, Amber Rose and even sophisticated American Vogue Editor Anna Wintour. The Black Eyed

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THE FUTURE

By HOLLIE FURNISS

ITS INFLUENCE

ON FASHION The 1960’s: The Space Age

Designer SANDRA BACKLUND, Photographer THOMAS KLEMENTSSON

Up until the 1960’s the fashion world had looked to the past for inspiration. When the 60’s approached it was apparent that for fashion designers alike, the future would be their muse. This was especially the case for French designer André Courrèges. Courrèges studied civil engineering but was always interested in architecture and textile design. In 1964 he launched a ground-breaking collection called ‘Space Age’ that was made up of chic and innovative futuristic designs. The look included boots, goggles, and hems three inches above the knees. Shapes were geometric, the colours were metallic, white, red and yellow and the materials included plastic and metal. It was a million miles away from the previous 1950’s housewife look of ladylike dresses with cinched in waists and full, billowing skirts. Courrèges was known for saying that “today’s women are archaic in appearance. I want to help them coincide with their time” and indeed he did just that. Shortly after he showed his ‘Space Age’ collection to the world the market was flooded with crash helmets, white boots, plastic skirts, plastic jackets and angular seaming for a boxy silhouette. The look could not have come at a more defining moment as it was earlier in 1961 that the Soviet Union won the race with the United States to get a human into space. The importance of the

revolutionary fashion would continue with Neil Armstrong being the first man to land on the moon in 1969 and famously declaring “That’s one small step for man, one giant leap for mankind.”

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The Future of Futurism As technology continued to advance the complexity and opportunities of fashion excelled. Today, there are many modern designers at the forefront of futuristic fashion. One extraordinary designer is UK based Ara Jo who graduated from Central Saint Martins. His 2010 collection was a rapture of lycra, sparkles and sensual silhouettes with a splash of Avant Garde. With all that maximalism, Lady Gaga is bound to call and sure enough she became Jo’s first celebrity to wear his designs which helped futuristic fashion hit the magazine pages of the masses.

‘ The FUTURISTIC CLOTHING is all based on NEW materials and methods of CONSTRUCTION... The outcome is SURREAL, feminine and BEAUTIFUL ... ’ The future of futuristic clothing is all based on new materials and methods of construction. Designers like Sandra Backland and Iris Van Herpen have become renowned for the dedication they have to their craft. Backland has turned knitwear from pensioner’s past-time into a high-end fashion art. Her sculptural but traditionally hand-made designs unite futuristic concepts with custom techniques. The outcome is surreal, feminine and beautiful showing futurism can have a softer side. A fellow like-minded designer is the incredible Iris Van Herpen who “stands for a reciprocity between craftsmanship and innovation in technique and materials.” She creates a new direction of couture that combines handwork practices with futuristic digital technology. Van Herpen delineates her work with the quote, “For me fashion is an expression of art that is very close related to me and to my body. I see it as my expression of identity combined with desire, moods and cultural setting.”

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What Happens Next... Technology development is increasing quickly and shows no sign of slowing down in the foreseeable future, so fashion designers will have a lot of fun over the coming years playing around with new technology. The next few decades will see the gradual convergence of nanotechnology, biotechnology, information technology and cognitive technologies. All very scientific for fashion but the typical results will be materials with different tensile, thermal and optical properties. One advance in the fashion world which is particularly exciting is the laser sintering technology that produces fabrics of interlocking links of plastic. The Freedom of Creation (FOC) is behind such a revelation claiming that ‘instead of producing textiles by the meter, then cutting and sewing them into final products, this concept has the ability to make needle and thread obsolete.’ This surely has to be one of the most interesting and astonishing movements in fashion which could affect not just futuristic fashion but fashion on a global scale. Aside from all the amazing progress in textiles and technology there is possibly a far bigger factor that will affect fashion tremendously; The Digital Age. Tweeting, blogging, social media and video streaming are all fairly new and radical ways of promoting and discussing fashion. The majority are free and available to everyone with internet access which means more people than ever can get involved with fashion. Sounds great right? Wrong, this

could lead to dramatic changes to the fashion world as we know it, from commentary to fashion design, communication to distribution. With people choosing bloggers over journalists will digital media mean the end of printed magazines? It is a serious question and although many fashion professionals are embracing the changes I for one would miss my Vogue issue every month. I’d miss it’s luxurious, shiny pages, perfume samples, fashion guidance from some of the best journalists to date and its tangible quality. Not being able to sit down in a coffee shop flicking through a magazine of the latest fashion would be a loss to us all. One prediction is that Smart aggregators will be the future instead of magazines or newspapers. The system would quickly learn about what kind of news articles we like and will gather information from any relevant posts online. This means that everyone will be publishers and intelligent software will be the editors. The flipside is that, like most things, blogging will eventually die out. Tastemaker sisters Franca and Carla Sozzani agree with just that, claiming that bloggers “don’t do great damage because most live the life of a moth. A single night. And those that last longer are not necessarily the most talented or have a blog more interesting. It is certainly a fad and like all trends, especially in the world of fashion, they’re followed and enhanced.” All I know is that I love blogging and magazines so, can’t both things continue to co-exist?

The futuristic fashion trend seems to be arising some troublesome questions about what the future of fashion holds however, as the trend hits the 2011 runway shows of designers like Alexander Wang and Rag & Bone it seems that, if the trend is anything to go by, the future of fashion will be bright regardless of how we get to know about it

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Nicky HiLTON When NOIR recently caught up with Nicky Hilton we talked about the inspirations behind her new jewellery line as well as getting her fashion do’s and don’ts.

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ne half of probably the most famous sisters on the planet right now, Nicky Hilton is making waves in the fashion industry once again. After the success of her clothing lines, Nicky has now created her own namesake jewellery collection, and with stars such as Emmy Rossum, Leona Lewis and sister Paris as fans of the collection; it’s clear that Nicky Hilton is the accessories designer du jour and with ambitions to expand into eyewear and footwear, this is clearly not just any old celebrity project, Nicky is taking this all serious and will continue to prove herself as a designer.

What do your family and friends think of the collection?

Who would you pick as your own style icons? Who has inspired your style?

They love it.

I love Sarah Jessica Parker’s sense of style. She seems to really have fun with fashion and always looks great. Diane Kruger is always super chic too.

Do you think being part of such a famous family helps or hinders you in your career? I would be lying if I said my last name hasn’t open doors for me at times. However, I believe the product ALWAYS speaks for itself.

3) Do invest in great coats and shoes. 4) Do wear a statement cocktail ring. It can transform a whole outfit.

What’s next for you? In 50 years when you look back what do you want to have checked off your personal and professional list? Lots of adventures.

Nicky’s jewellery collection is available to buy at AMAZON.COM and ENDLESS.COM

It’s something I’ve wanted to do for a while. I’ve done clothing and handbags so I felt jewellery was the next step.

In life I believe in quality over quantity. Using the best materials is essential.

What inspires your collections? I’m very inspired by Elizabeth Taylor, the deco era... Old Hollywood in general.

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1) Don’t wear more than two trends at once.

Any plans for more fashion 2) Don’t wear one designer from lines or other career head to toe- looks silly. ambitions?

You have recently launched your own jewellery collection. What was the decision behind this and how did you go from the idea to the launch?

You have said that you have high standards in what you do. Where you very particular with what you were wanting the collection to be?

What would be your fashion do’s and don’ts?

I’m really focusing on the jewellery right now. It’s my main priority. Down the road I’d love to expand into eyewear and footwear.

How would you describe your style? I have a very eclectic sense of style. I like mixing new and vintage designers, high and old brands.

“I’m really FOCUSING on the JEWELERY right now. It’s my main PRIORITY. Down the road I’d LOVE to expand into EYEWEAR and FOOTWEAR.”

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FEAR OF,missing out By ALIX CAREY

o I’m curled up on the sofa with cup of tea in hand, all prepared for a quiet night of relaxation. It’s been a long and busy week, so the peace is sweet – or so I thought. Suddenly my phone begins beeping and I receive an offer to go for drinks with the girls, “just a few of us” it reads, but even that is enough to get my mind racing. As I read the text I gradually begin feeling restless; my once perfectly relaxed evening has now left me feeling anxious and irritated. Flashes of ‘Yes’ and ‘No’ start speeding through my brain and I start weighing out my options, “I was really looking forward to a night in but these drinks could turn into a wild

night to remember” I say to myself, what the hell am I going to do? It takes me around half an hour to make my choice but soon I’m up swapping my tea for a glass of wine and getting ready to hit the tiles. Am I just incredibly indecisive or have I got what is now known as FOMO – “Fear of Missing Out”? Once known as “Keeping up with the Joneses”, FOMO is a new modern malaise caused by an anxiety that you’re missing out on something fantastic. It started life as a disorder of jealousy but has today morphed into a full-blown psychological condition - and I’m beginning to think that I’ve got it. I’ve been known in my time to be one

of the most indecisive people on the planet, ask me to make a decision and it turns into world war three. This is what I believe stems from a worry of feeling regret or letting people down. Generally in life today we are put into situations where we need to balance out who we see and how often, and for people like me this is where my anxiety of letting people down becomes my pitfall. With divorced parents, a long distance relationship and a large group of friends I’m inevitably going to have to say no to one or the other, but I hate saying no, especially when it’s because I’ve already been quick and committed to

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one invitation and I have to miss out on theirs. Maybe I’m just a wimp, but wouldn’t life be great if you could divide yourself by six? A few classic symptoms of FOMO include going out when you’re sick when you really should be resting – you go by the motto that unless you’re nearing death you’ll get through it. Saying ‘no’ then regretting it so saying ‘yes’ then re-thinking it and saying ‘no’ then minutes later stomping up those stairs to get ready is another classic. And lastly starting a war with yourself to decide between missing out on sleep verses missing out on a party – you’re absolutely shattered but couldn’t think of anything worse than hearing how great it was the next day, a six-pack of Red Bull should do it. Psychiatrists say that this problem is “emblematic of the digital era” as the FOMO flares while skimming social media websites like Facebook and

‘ A few classic SYMPTOMS of FOMO include GOING OUT when you’re sick when you really SHOULD be resting - you go by the MOTTO that unless you’re nearing death you’ll GET THROUGH IT.’ Twitter. This is true however; my FOMO is also encouraged by our era of Smart Phones. Currently in the middle of a crisis I find myself faced with a “Do I choose a Blackberry or iphone?” dilemma. I know what the obvious choice for many would be, yet although I am aware that the iphone is in fact the best choice for me I’m gearing towards the Blackberry for one reason and one reason only – BBM conference chat. This feature allows big groups to talk together in one message, and whether it’s discussing weekend plans, or telling juicy gossip I thrive off being kept in the loop. Don’t you just hate it when a story is shared when you’re out at dinner and everyone else knows the foundations of the story except you? They all begin laughing so you just laugh along as though you fully understand and hope that by the end of the discussion it’ll all have glued itself together.

While there are apparently a few upsides to FOMO such as feeling more connected to people, occasionally there is a darker side. What people don’t always notice is that this is a dangerous lifestyle which can cause problems with health, relationships and finance. Those who spend every waking hour not missing out on things will keep themselves going and taking no notice when their body is begging them to stop. Drinking Red Bull and popping copious amounts of caffeine tablets is never a good thing and can lead to weight loss, sickness and exhaustion. Your finance will without a doubt take a dive as you’re consistently splurging cash and if you’re spending all your time checking up on what your missing out on, your family or your other half could well be feeling second best. Regardless of how much fun you’re having – a boyfriend or girlfriend who spends their time texting

or checking Facebook doesn’t scream “I’m so pleased I’m spending time with you” does it? In our brave new world of social media, where everyone is communicating what they are doing every minute of the day, this sense of paranoia in FOMO sufferers reaches extremes, because suddenly we’re not only aware of our own choices but are instead bombarded with those of others as well. The reality is that we should all be settling for what we have, rather than clinging on to the fear that we may be missing out on something better. My first step in doing this is by making the decision and buying an iPhone. I may be missing out on the BBM conference with eight of my friends but at least I can have whatsapp conference chat with all my iphone friends

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As one of the best design schools in the world, was it daunting studying at CSM? How did you find your time there? I loved being surrounded by so many creative people at Central Saint Martins, the tutors are full on but they push and challenge you to realise your maximum potential. There’s something very inspiring knowing that so many incredible designers have come from the same university and have gone on to do so well. What is the best advice that you have been given? Probably by my dad who told me to design things that I’d love to wear and not be influenced by other people’s opinions. You’ll never please everyone, but at least if you’re happy with the product then regardless what happens you’ve been true to yourself. You launched your jewellery collection last year and have had such great success with it and lots of celebrity fans. How did you find the early process of setting up your company? It was really daunting setting up on my own. I never set out to be a big business woman I just wanted to design jewellery and have the ability to put it on

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or someone who only graduated in 2009, Daisy Knights has catapulted into the jewellery Hall of Fame. With celebrity fans such as Alexa Chung and also winning various awards along the way, her rock n roll signature designs are a must-buy. I want them all! Daisy chats about her experiences in jewellery designing so far and also gives great advice for jewellery designers in the making.

a platform for people to buy. I have learnt so much on the way, for example when it comes to selling to retailers, don’t do sale or return! Once you do sale or return for someone everyone else will expect it too. Instead, when you’re starting out, have no minimum order or do some kind of offer. That’s probably one of the most valuable things I’ve learnt.

It’s so rewarding to open a magazine that I enjoy reading to see my designs featured in it. I get a real buzz if I see someone wearing my collections, that’s what it’s all about for me making things that people enjoy wearing. Can you talk us through your design process? Your collections are handmade and you seem to be a fan of ethical producing… The design process essentially starts with me coming up with a theme for my collection. My most recent is the Wise collection, which is inspired by my father’s love of sailing, and features anchor adorned necklaces, bracelets and rings. After I do my sketches I consult my workshop and brief them on what I want; the finish, the weight, the size etc. All the pieces are then handmade in British workshops. Some of the pieces I also hand make myself in my workshop at home as I love being close and part of the design process. With regards to the use of materials wherever possible I opt to use ethically sustainable materials, so I try to use recycled silver and ethically mined gold opposed to other more cheaper options. It’s not purely about being ethical, I just feel that if you have options which are better for the environment, then you should try and use them. Do you have any muses or inspirations you look to when designing your collections? A lot of my designs are actually inspired by my friends and family who are my muses. Every collection has a name for example; Tallulah, Lornie, Ro Ro, Kit and Jasmine, which are all named after people I know and all reflect aspects of their personality.

What do you think makes your jewellery stand out from the other collections out there? I’d say the handmade element of my designs gives it an edge. No two pieces are the same, they all have different quirks or slight variations than most of the mass produced pieces that are available at the moment. I also think that my collections are quite rock n roll but very feminine and delicate which stands out. What have been the highlights of your career so far? What else would you love to check off your to-do list? Designing an exclusive collection for Astley Clarke as soon as I graduated. Then not even a year later getting an email from Net-aPorter saying they want to stock my jewellery; that was probably one of the biggest highlights! Also being named a Hot 100 of the

jewellery industry last year. It is nice to be recognised within the jewellery industry rather than just by the fashion industry. What’s next for you? Do you want to expand your company? Well, we do have some very exciting plans for the future. I’m in the very early stages of developing a range of watches for men and women, it’s a whole new area for me and a new challenge. I’d also like to extend my range to bags but we’ll have to wait and see. Knowing now how successful you have become, if you had to tell yourself one thing back when you were just starting out, what would it be? Don’t panic and just follow your dreams. I’ve still got a long way to go though, and I’ll never get complacent.

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Daisy Knights’ Fashion Commandments:: Layer jewellery and don’t be put off by mixing gold with silver. It always looks good. Interview by LEANNE MILLIGAN

It must be great now seeing your designs on celebs and in magazines?

I’m a fan of the high street but I’d say invest in a good designer bag. I have a classic Chanel handbag which I’ve worn for years. Don’t follow trends for the sake of it, buy pieces that suit your figure and personal style. Every month try and shop somewhere completely new or try a brand you wouldn’t normally consider. I’ve just fallen in love with Daks from the gold heeled ankle boots to oversized knits; it’s good not to get in a style rut. Interview by LEANNE MILLIGAN

THE FUTURE OF THE STYLE ICON By SIOBHAN COOPER

With a current obsession with fashion blogs, especially street style ones, the stylish rather than the styled are becoming the inspiration. Here I talk to four unique girls about how they dress and what makes them so fashionable. 30

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Freelance magazine contributor. Blogger (Lolita Says So). Student. Who or what is your main style reference? I love the whole ‘model off duty look’, it’s so relaxed and effortlessly cool but as you can see my style tends to end up not-so-subtle even if I try to make it like that. I don’t base my style on any particular person. Were you as stylish as a child? I don’t think so; my mum would dress me in rainbow leggings and white t-shirts. Often my sister and I would have matching handmade dresses and people would think we were twins. I think I started being more aware of what I was wearing a lot later on. Do you plan your outfits? Sometimes. Mostly when I have to get up early and still look good then I don’t have to fret in the mornings. If I’m going to fashion week I’ll often plan different outfits the week beforejust so I don’t make a rash bad decision on a tired morning!

KATIE FITZGERALD PR intern at Karla Otto. Bar tender. Whistles shopgirl. Student. Who or what is your main style reference? Convenience, coincidence…. and Kurt Cobain. Were you as stylish as a child? I was ‘experimental’.

Something that you wouldn’t be seen dead wearing? Nothing- I love experimenting with fashion, I think that’s what it’s about.

Do you plan your outfits? Occasionally I’ll think of things that could look good together or even ‘nice’ and then I put them on and still look like a pigeon lady.

Secret favourite shopping destination? It’s probably not that secret anymore but I love the kilo vintage sales that go round the country. Each kilo of clothes is sold for £15 so I love to get loads of light dresses and silk tops!

Most exciting item in your wardrobe? Floor length streakers mac. I have one and my best friend Luke has one. We often go streaking together.

If you had to wear one A/W 11 collection for the entire season what would it be? Wow- that is so hard! It would have to be either Acne, 3.1 Philip Lim or Dries Van Noten. I’ll go for Acne I think for it’s perfectly paired mismatched looks made up of leather, knits, velvet, in trousers and jumpers and great jackets - and of course the perfect platform. If you could be a muse to any designer who would it be? Ricardo Tisci at Givenchy. No question.

Hair and make-up, as important as clothes or an optional extra? I like lipstick… but I can’t do the rest. Secret favourite shopping destination? Whistles. If you had to wear one A/W 11 collection for the entire season what would it be? Yohji Yamamoto or Meadham Kirchoff. If you could be a muse to any designer who would it be? Christopher Kane I guess for instant cool points in London…and because he’s the man.

HI MARYAM FARRA Cos shopgirl. Aspiring Buyer. Were you as stylish as a child? I didn’t massively stand out from the crowd growing up but I always dressed differently from my circle of friends. Looking back, the clothes my Mam chose for me as a child, some were a bit random but from a young age she let me dress myself and from the day H&M opened in Sunderland, when I was about 12 years old, I’ve never looked back. What’s more important, to be comfortable or to be fashionable? I think my own style incorporates comfort into the fashion I choose. I very rarely wear tight fitting clothing and just couldn’t wear a pair of heels if they absolutely crippled me, they’d ruin my night. Most essential item in your wardrobe? Black ankle socks, I rarely go bare ankled. Perhaps, at the moment, metallic jumpers. Something you saved to buy? I don’t think I ever have! I’m more impulsive, if I see something I absolutely love and can’t live without I’ll buy it then and deal with consequences later. It’s not my best trait... Something that you wouldn’t be seen dead wearing? Ugg boots and office wear. Can’t see myself in either, ever. Secret favourite shopping destination? Underground Shoes for creepers and Vagabond. A Swedish brand for all other shoes. I like clumpy shoes and Vagabond do really nice styles.

ALICE SMITH

Sales Consultant for Chanel ready-to-wear. Designer about to launch a label called SALTE. Who or what is your main style reference? Nineties gothic chic. How long does it take to get ready in the morning? Two hours. Day to night, the same clothes or an outfit change? Outfit change. I never feel right if I have been in the same clothes all day. Hair and make-up, as important as clothes or an optional extra? Just as important. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the whole look. Most essential item in your wardrobe? Good basics. Vests/ t-shirts/ black skinny jeans. Most exciting item in your wardrobe? A Chanel jacket. What will you be splurging on this winter? Camel tailored coat. If you had to wear one A/W 11 collection for the entire season what would it be? Givenchy.

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are w o m e n b e c o m i n g m o r e masculine O R ... Detailed reports of a sexual encounter, public displays of gas expulsion, copious amounts of crude banter and consistent innuendos are what many people would usually associate with the male form. But as the year’s role by and society changes these typical traits of male and female are beginning to fade, leaving some women suddenly adopting some new masculine attributes and visa versa. No I don’t mean we’re all letting our stubble form beards. As far as I’m concerned that’s one trait I’m happy to have not picked up. Instead, I’m seeing a change in how women and men are starting to act. Having spent a good part of my life with groups of women who are both honest and incredibly shameless, not only have I spent nearly half of that time toning my stomach due to laughter, but I have also been exposed to some of the most vulgar all be it hilarious stories to date. Gaggles of gals such as these are on the rise but I don’t enter all female filled groups bombarded with detailed accounts of which position was used, what it looked like and...well let’s just leave it at that for now shall we. My point is that with a lot of the stories I hear, I always imagine it being told by a group of men, and if I ever share the story, I’m always more likely to tell a man – which as expected goes down a treat.

Take burping as another example, to hear a woman burping a few decades ago was frowned upon; she’d most likely be embarrassed if one slipped out and those around her would look disgusted. Today a woman burps and nobody really bats an eye-lid. It’s obviously not warmly welcomed and it’s clearly not well mannered behaviour, but nevertheless suddenly women don’t seem that bothered anymore. Of course with these said ‘masculine attributes’ nothing has changed with the female appearance. Make-up, hair, and fashion are still, and will remain a predominant feature of femininity, however we can no longer claim this to be what defines a female as men are now taking more pride in the way they look too. Buying expensive shampoos and hair wax, getting expensive hair-cuts and following fashion trends were once ‘our’ thing. Speaking generally women thrive off being pampered; however one morning a brave male awoke and decided that actually he wanted all those things too, and he didn’t need to jump off the closet to do so. This has now given a parade of men the confidence and security to do the same and I’m now suddenly finding myself queuing at the sun bed shop because a swarm of men have taken it over. Digging a little deeper we’re faced with more facts which could potentially remove the gender stereotypes we’ve spent most of our lives living by for good. Men are embracing the colour pink, they wear open toe sandals, they shave and wax the hairs from their chest and perhaps the most alarming of all they’ve found ways to become pregnant! While on the other side of the fence women are downing pints of beer for pride, breaking

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are men just becoming mo r e f em inine? By ALIX CAREY

‘ MEN are embracing the colour PINK while on the other side of the fence WOMEN are downing pints of BEER for pride, breaking out in FIGHTS on the street, and joining the ARMY. ’ confident. However, I’m unconvinced this is working as now once we have them, women complain that men are not masculine enough and men complain women have too much backbone and even refer to it as ‘balls’, and I thought it was just women that never knew what they wanted. Regardless of the aforementioned facts, I’ve yet to reach a conclusion as to whether women are more masculine or that it’s men that are in fact more feminine. Is it a generational change or perhaps merely just a change in society? In actual fact I believe gender lines are blurring and have been for some time. As people become less ignorant the generalised stereotypes of gender roles are becoming less important and ultimately, leaving people free to just be themselves

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out in fights on the street, beginning their own record of how many people they can sleep with, leaving their husbands at home with the baby while they bring home the bacon, and joining the army. We’re all born with a predisposition, but its society that amplifies and exaggerates them. Women today are being consistently told to focus on their careers, and with their determined nature a push in the right direction has given them high positions of authority in the workplace. Recent news reports have even touched on the idea of taking young primary school children on workshops to teach the girls about mechanics, construction and plumbing, and the boys about hairdressing, fashion and nursing. Studies showed that school pupils are still following gender stereotypes when it comes to choosing work placements, so by doing this at such a young age they believe it could lead to a break in gender barriers. We’re even trying to break this said ‘gender barrier’ in relationships. Women want men to be more emotional, thoughtful and sensitive, while men want women to be less fragile and more

JAImE King

Interview By LEANNE MILLIGAN Photographer ANDREW STILES www.andrewstiles.com

ot many women have managed to make the model to actress switch, and none as successfully so as the gorgeous AND talented Jaime King. Jaime talks to me about making the switch and overcoming the prejudices she was faced with and now being able to star in films such as Pearl Harbour, My Bloody Valentine, Sin City and her new show Hart of Dixie. What I loved about interviewing Jaime was how open and insightful she was; we talked about the pressures young women are put under with their body shapes and I hope that you the readers take away from this interview what I have... that as women, we can achieve anything we really set our minds on and to be proud of our successes and looks. Can you tell us about your early career, what donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t we know? I started modelling when I was fourteen. Â I grew up in Omaha and was obsessed with the art of photography and fashion.

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NOIR m eets I had heard that if you went to modelling school that you got to meet agents from New York, and being from a place where we had no other access to that type of opportunity I enrolled. I met my first agent there and went to NY with my mother for a summer. It went really well and I immediately worked with Steven Klein for Visionaire Magazine, for Vogue, Harpers Bazaar etc. I went back to high school and was given the choice to go back to NY and continue because of my success so I did that with my mother and did schooling via corresponding courses.

When making the leap from model to actress, did you face any barriers?

everyone in? What do you love most about being able to be a part of that? People love films and television because not only is it an escape but it allows us to know that we share the human experience with others, that we are not alone. When we see a film or a performance that moves us and is true to us we know that someone else understands and that is not only entertaining but healing. What I love most about that is that through acting, writing, directing, I get to truly be free to express myself on every level. I get to act in ways that I never would be in real life, but it is real life now, you know? I get to delve into other people’s private moments and bring them to life, to use everything I have experienced in my life to come to a place of understanding. There is nothing more fulfilling then performing for people and making them feel happy. Feel anything in a time where our world today feels complicated and challenging at times. I am so lucky to go to set every day and play. There are no words.

When I was 18 I decided that I would quit modelling fully to go into film-making. I felt I was not growing or expanding anymore and I wanted to use my creativity in a new way. I saved my money, which I was blessed to be earning a lot at the time. I was at the height of my modelling career but I knew that Can you tell us about your more than anything I wanted new show Hart of Dixie? to act, write and eventually Josh Schwartz and Fake Empire direct. I stopped modelling (Gossip Girl, Chuck, The O.C.) fully and did not try to act and brought this project to me. They model at the same time. When I are so awesome and Josh is a looked at why no models had writer that is so ahead of his time. I successfully transitioned into had worked with both Josh and acting, it was because they Rachel Bilson on The O.C. about 8 never fully committed to the years ago. I love Rachel and the script was fantastic. Hart of Dixie craft and to just that career. is a classic fish out of water story. So I was determined to study Rachel Bilson plays a young and only focus on acting. New York City doctor who The barriers were expected. inherits a medical practice in a People at first thought small Southern town inhabited that “she is just a model, by an eclectic and eccentric just beautiful, that does not group of characters. When she mean she can act or that she is comes to the town she meets talented.” Through hard work me, Lemon Breeland, and chaos ensues as we consistently bash and focus, I came to my auditions heads because we totally lack and screen tests very prepared any sort of understanding about and did my thing. Talent and each other’s culture and true hard work will always shine past intent. There are a lot of love peoples pre-conceptions. triangle issues.

So acting, what is it about movies and TV that draws

What drew you to the show and your character

Lemon Breeland? Lemon is the most fantastic role I have received so far. She is a TRUE Southern Belle of the likes of Scarlett O’Hara etc. She is so steeped in her tradition and the way her family was raised for the past hundred years that it is hard for her to in any way get past what she thinks she has to be rather than who she really is. I loved the layers of her nature. That she is so fervent in her Southern gentility yet her heart is pulled in other dire ctions that she can’t act out upon. She is fiesty, strong, vulnerable, funny and vibrant - a lot of things rolled into one. As we all are. I love playing Lemon because anything mean or vicious that comes out of her is only because she wants so deeply to be loved.

What makes Hart of Dixie stand out from other medical shows? The acting is so, so great. Our cast from Rachel Bilson, Scott Porter and Cress Williams from Friday Night Lights, Wilson Bethal everyone kicks ass in this show. It is funny and has so much heart. The writing is fantastic and people will fall in love with the characters... I have.

Looking back, what achievement are you most proud of? I am most proud of following my dreams and having the perseverance to manifest what I wanted since I was very young into a reality. That I have a great acting career, that I am writing, that I am married and have a happy and fulfilling life and a family that believed in me enough to take a risk and allow me to go for it at a young age. We all face things that could block us from going for what we want in our hearts; where we come from, our financial background, whatever. I encourage everyone to not fall into a rut of what they think they should do but to do what you know will truly allow you to thrive, even if it is terrifying

“I am most PROUD of following my DREAMS and having the PERSEVERANCE to manifest what I wanted since I was very young into a REALITY.”

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NOIR m eets and you may fall and get some bruises along the way. There is nothing good that comes from regret.

Being a model and now being on screen, are you ever put under pressure about your body? What secrets have you learned along the way to keep in shape? There is always pressure to look a certain way, to be “perfect.” To me there really is no “perfect.” This is an illusion that we have perpetrated upon ourselves and allowed others to put upon us. When I was modelling I was a teenager. I could eat whatever I wanted. I wish women knew that to compare

magazine worked for me, I just finally realized through my own common sense that to be in shape means to take care of myself in a balanced way and not deprive myself. I love that Hollywood and designers like Calvin Klein and Marc Jacobs are celebrating women of all shapes and sizes.

A lot of movies nowadays have women in the supporting role to the male cast. Why do you think this is? What draws you to female roles?

actress I can be, to write and direct powerful, riveting, successful films and television and have the most fun doing it.

So when you finally get to go home and relax, what do you do? We watch A LOT of films. A lot of the Criterion Collection, old films, new films, it is so important and inspiring. I love being with my dogs and cooking for my family and friends. Just chill.

If you could go back to the past you as a child, what It has been an essentially advice would you male dominated industry and give yourself?

world. There is a big change happening in Hollywood with films like Bridesmaids that proved that female driven R comedies

Don’t worry, your life will be everything you could possibly dream of, just follow your heart and stay true to yourself.

“Your LIFE will be EVERYTHING you could possibly DREAM of, just FOLLOW your HEART and stay TRUE to yourself.” themselves to a child basically is an impossible feat and selfdefeating. I know because even though I KNOW this, I still fall into that trap myself because of all of the years I told myself and was told that my beauty was my most valuable asset and it’s bullshit. What is most important is that you feel healthy and look the way that makes you feel great when you look in the mirror. And if you are never happy with what you see then go to a doctor and find out what is the healthy weight for you to be so that you don’t have a false expectation of yourself that you cannot maintain. That is what I did because I did not want to continue to judge myself unfairly nor put out to young women a picture of something unhealthy. I want to be a woman of integrity and represent some one who any little girl can look up to. I stay in shape through eating balanced, not dieting or fasting, no tricks. I swim and stay active, walk my dogs, hike. No fad in a

are extremely successful and that there is more room for that in the marketplace. Everything comes down to dollar signs even in a creative industry. I think many executives were afraid to allow women to be really funny, honest and show us in a real light because they thought people only wanted to see men that way. But the world is a different place and people are changing. What draws me to any role is if it is a person that is multi-dimensional and has a lot of inner conflict. That is fun and dynamic to portray because we all do this.

Do you feel like you are currently living the dream? Professionally and personally; what else would you hope to achieve? I am living a dream that is so far beyond anything I could ever imagine for myself. I really am. Personally I would love to just continue being the best wife and eventually mother possible, to bring happiness to my friends, family and to myself. Professionally I want to be the most excellent

Jaime King will star in HART OF DIXIE this Fall on The CW premiering on September 26th. She also writes a bi-weekly column and posts “Jaime King’s Picks” every Tuesday on HuffingtonPost.com. She will be entering her short film LATCH KEY, which she wrote and directed, into this year’s upcoming film festivals.”

QUICKFIRE QUESTIONS First movie you ever watched: Star Wars

Favourite place to escape to: My house

Guilty pleasure: Toddlers and Tiara’s

Best wingwoman on a night out: Taryn Southern

One thing you never knew about me is…: I was a Girl Scout

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NOIR’S GUIDE TO THE FUTURE OF WOMEN

By GILDA ORRU

believe there is a leftover of matriarchal history in the DNA of women who share my Sardinian origins. The primordial power of the Janas - the Sardinian witches who populated the island and had powers of healing illnesses and talking to the dead - is intrinsic in Sardinian women’s nature. The centuries have passed by since the Janas were the cult protectors of the island. Yet, people still address some old women of the village saying “She’s a matriarch” meaning her husband didn’t have any decisional power in family matters, and was just about as important as a servant, collaborating to the smooth on-going of daily life. Certainly, most women have adapted to the submissive role that history gave them. The time came when if you were a witch, or in other words, an intelligent woman who used her knowledge of nature and spirituality to help others, you

were burned alive at the stake. A time when women were simply evil because of the natural way men were attracted by them. A time that somehow scarred the generations ahead, making of women’s role very little else but an oven for the production of men’s children; when the only way to rebel and have the blessing of knowledge was to be rich and get into religion. Centuries went by and women very slowly have conquered a few rights, such as political opinion, the vote, and the opportunity to study in order to get a good job, rather than just impress a potential future husband. It was the two wars that brought back a little bit of Janas power to all women, and not just in Sardinia, but all over the countries involved. While men were busy killing each other in the name of their land, women HAD TO become the main work force, clever economists bringing up families in poverty, ruled by the philosophy of making do and mend, whilst opening their horizons to the world around them. So after my grandparents’ generation, things moved fast in term of independence for women. Women were supposed to go back to being housewives after the wars. It never happened.

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habit, but that’s another story... When she taught us about Medea, she made us all (girls and boys) particularly passionate about this amazingly tragic story. Medea is a very powerful witch who helps her man Jason in overcoming the challenges of the Golden Fleece; one day she wakes up and she’s too old for him, and barbarian, therefore not good enough for a Greek man: he wants to marry another woman. So she decides to avenge her betrayal not only by killing the future bride with a poisonous robe, but also by killing his –and her own- children, destroying forever Jason’s plan of a new family. We were taught the line “I’d rather fight a hundred wars than suffering the pains of giving birth to a child once more” as the symbolic words that made this character representative of the modern woman. We would talk about abortion and the contraceptive pill and ask whether the play was saying that when a woman puts her passion above her familiar duties it is seen like an outrageous crime? But when a man puts his passions above his family, it is considered a forgivable weakness? Or was it for us to know how sometimes for women to pursue their own desires meant giving up on being a mother? The irrational rage of a dangerous woman compared to the capricious pride of a man was definitely a very extreme and controversial way to teach us independence, or perhaps it was meant to give us a hint of how painful it can be to take a path different than the one we were taught to take. Like the strident feminist Caitlin Moran suggests, “The belief that motherhood is some necessary, transformative event, without any parallel or equivalent – it is, ultimately, a right pain in the arse for

‘The Pill made women sexual beings that could approach sex like men: for pleasure as well as for the purpose of reproduction.’ considered the Future. The trousers revolution came first, a very symbolic moment as who wears the trousers in a family is who is in control. Coco Chanel introduced the concept that a woman didn’t have to be uncomfortable in order to look classy. Then denim became unisex, a working class garment that symbolised that even the so called weaker sex could work and earn her own bacon. The Pill made women sexual beings that could approach sex like men: for pleasure as well as for the purpose of reproduction. But in spite of the big talk and the empowerment in magazines and in big cities where obviously social development moved much faster, the nuclear family was still the basis of society. And even when divorce came along, there were few women who were supported by their own families in doing the step towards what was seen as the ruin of a family. My mother was denied the blessing of her own mother when she divorced my father. And it was the Nineties. In high school, I was brought to the theatre to watch Euripides’ tragedy Medea. My teacher then was a woman, young, feminist, who was constantly disappointed by my hunger for living life rather than study - and my swearing

women,” because they are less valued if they do decide not to have children. So while naturally we think of children when we talk about the future, who cares if some women do not want any? We are in an era when women can be doctors, lawyers, tube and bus drivers, priests, disc jockeys, soldiers, married lesbians and can adopt a child even if single. Yet, women are still paid less than men even if covering the same role; moreover, in times of recession they are considered before men as the ones to be made redundant, based on the justification that our salary is “second” in a family. Can we hope for and work towards a future when women are just left alone whatever their individual choices are? Is it really too much to hope to see women who are role models not because they are simply anorexic and photogenic, but because they have socially, ethically, politically or intellectually made a difference? A future when women are seen a bit like Janas: protectors and powerful. Mothers, but also free spirits. Knowledgeable and hard working but also connected to nature. I can imagine this future, because I live in a social environment where I can have big dreams and aspirations. Yet, there are other realities where dreams are not allowed, or even where dreams are forgotten and thrown to the dogs for the sake of dutiful lives. The future is bringing a new wave of feminism that will involve countries where some achievements are more than just runof-the-mill, unlike in our beloved Europe. However, I can also see these same rights terrifyingly dissolving in European countries where women are no longer empowered by their rights, but use instead their sexuality and their surgical appearances to get to powerful positions in life, sometimes even in politics. What we need in this new wave of feminism is to treasure our rights, saving a bit of our primordial witch-ism and try to keep a sane balance. Good luck

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rom Coronation Street to Holby City, to Cutting It and Waterloo Road; Angela Griffin has starred in some of the biggest hit shows in the UK. Now starring in comedy drama Mount Pleasant, Angela gives us a quick insight into her life.

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One thing I wish I knew about show business before I got into it: Most people are full of shit.

on repeat while running. Have also been revisiting Alicia Keys.

The first movie I ever watched was: E.T. - never got to the end because thought he died and was devastated…only years later I saw it again and realised he lived!

Playing the character of Darcey Henshall in Cutting It.

The highlight of my career so far: Hopefully not happened yet. I am currently: Trying to buy a house.

The best acting part for me was:

I’m great at making: Strawberry tarts, banana bread and jerk chicken - I love to cook. It really annoys me when: People get annoyed. What I find most attractive in a partner is:

I would love to work with: Kate Winslet.

Sense of humour.

One thing you didn’t know about me is: I can fit a coke can in my mouth.

Fred Savage in The Wonder Years.

The songs on my playlist right now: I’m training for a half marathon so my playlist is all about upbeat songs “Don’t Stop Me Now” Queen and “Hello” by Martin Solveig Dragonette have been

My teen crush was:

My perfect date would be: Taken to a restaurant impossible to get in to.

that’s

I would like to plug: Angela Griffin will be starring in Sky1’s new comedy drama Mount Pleasant this Autumn.

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ust after six long weeks of filming the X Factor auditions, Caroline Flack meets NOIR in London for a fun chat and cover photo shoot. Discovering her bubbly personality and enchanting charisma, we talk about women in television, the risks and joys of a TV career and her new Xtra Factor adventure with Olly Murs. Giving a great insight on the new judges, the audience and the human side of a TV superwoman, our cover girl shows us why she is a star in the making.

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meet Caroline Flack in a sleek hotel room in Battersea. My heart was racing a little when I arrived in the room, where instead a friendly, buzzing energy made me comfortable very quickly. Even better, when I see her reaching for a hug and kiss instead of the formal hand shake I feel pleasantly surprised and know straight away this is going to be a good chat. While sitting to get her make-up done for her exclusive shoot for NOIR, I see her petite, tanned silhouette and I think she looks great with sun kissed hair that compliments her piercing blue eyes. With a little flowery blue Urban Outfitter’s dress and some Chelsea boots, she pulls off a great summery look and with an open smile she invites me to sit down with her. Caroline studied drama at college and had her first TV break on the sketch show Bo’ Selecta. I wondered if working on TV has always been her dream? “I think I’ve always wanted to work in the entertainment industry...or become a nurse! Such extreme options! The TV opportunity opened up first. I wanted to be on stage, wanted to do musicals and all kind of shows...it just happened that my pathway guided me to TV.” She hosted various programs on E4

and E4 Music to become in 2006 the host of TMi on BBC2 and CBBC. We have also seen her in Gladiators and the Sunday morning show Something for the Weekend. After that, she became best known for hosting I’m a Celebrity...Get Me out of Here Now! from 2008 to 2010, and she is now the co-host of The Xtra Factor with the pop singer and previous X Factor contestant, Olly Murs. “It’s been a really gradual process but a really good one because you learn everything on the way and you have to adjust and face that it is always, even once you get there, very hard. You just have to be prepared to do any kind of work, and show that you are able to work very hard.” Her best advice for people who would like to get into this industry is “Make sure it is definitely what you want to do. Make sure that you want to do your very best and it is not just for the wrong reasons. It’s not all glamour, it’s hard work: perfect it, learn your trade, do as much as possible.” Through hard work and being in the right place at the right time, it is great for a young woman to make her dream come true. And I think that especially in UK TV, women can find an inspiring and empowering role. However, she argues that we are still

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far from the complete equality of parts: “There aren’t many roles for women in telly not live at least. I think it is still a male dominated industry. But especially now, there is more space for women in TV. I think it’s harder for us; we do sit typically outside the big role, often still acting as supportive characters rather than having our own space in telly. But it will change!” The most inspiring woman she met in her career is the TV producer Anna Blue, who is also her best friend: “She was the first producer I have ever worked with. And that’s how we met, in fact the first time I went for the job, she turned me down, she said I wasn’t keen enough. So I went for the same job the next year and made sure I was the keenest person you’ve ever met, and she gave me the job and now we are best friends. She’s taught me a lot about TV and how it works, and how hard you have to work.” But what is it that we do not see but is so essential for the filming of a TV

â&#x20AC;&#x153;There arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t many roles for women in telly not live at least. I think it is still a male dominated industryâ&#x20AC;?

NOIR exclusi ve programme to work? She calls it the swan effect: “you know when you see a swan on a lake and it looks like it’s going so smoothly. Actually under the water its feet are going crazily fast. That’s exactly how TV is, because especially when you are filming live, you have five people speaking into your ear: your producer is telling you what’s coming up next, the director is telling you what camera to look at and your PA is telling you how long you’ve got for each bit. And you have to try and listen to your interviewee at the same time! So it is very hectic and nerve-wracking, but you have to look fresh and relaxed to the cameras.” It sounds like a jungle! And it is from the jungle in I’m a Celebrity...Get Me out of Here Now! that she tells her most unexpected anecdote ever: “One day during filming, everyone around me and in the studio was in a really strange mood. I thought that something was wrong or something was going on: no one was really laughing; everyone was a bit on edge. So after the filming we got together and when I asked what was going on, they said that there was a big snake above me during the whole show, but they didn’t want to worry me because it was on one of the lights and they didn’t want to freak me out... I could have died!!” My guess is that weird happenings are daily routine on TV. She has freshly finished filming the auditions of the X Factor, which “was six weeks of absolutely mental work! The arena was completely full every single day!” So I am particularly curious to have a taste of what she came across during the hugely entertaining part of the most viewed show in Britain. With her sincere laughter, she agrees that there has been a great load of eccentrics. But it is impossible to laugh at them like you would from home, “because you know that’s actually their dream. I told Simon Cowell that I didn’t expect to become almost like a therapist for the people on the show! Sometimes when they find out that they are not going to get through, they need someone to hug and to cry with. They think of you as this comfort blanket: Olly and I feel like we have to give them advice for their lives!”

As Olly Murs has become a pop star through the X Factor, he is also the best person to give advice to the contestants; Caroline explains that people absolutely adore him. Will he consider the show man path after this? “Oh I don’t know. He’s not a presenter, he’s a pop star! But you know when you get offered something like this it’s very hard to say no. The X Factor to him is like going back home, it’s where he started. And people just LOVE him! They scream and faint at him! They cry when they see him! So whatever he decides he will have a crowd of followers for sure!” After the past few years of successful X Factor finalists, I wonder what her

as a professional singer who grew up being a Destiny’s Child. Tulisa is actually the one that surprised me coz I thought she was going to be a bit hard. But instead she’s soft. She’s the one that if pleaded to go through she will eventually say yes. And Simon, he just has the X Factor! “Whenever he walks into a room the atmosphere becomes more exciting.” But Caroline also admits there is another extra factor to this show that makes it different to everything else, and it is the audience: “Olly and I always say the audience is like the fifth judge. They can persuade the judges sometimes if they boo or if they really love someone.” In addition to that, the fact that we all love the X Factor makes it a huge deal also to work in it: “With this one, I felt I was such a big fan of it. That made the difference for me: I walked in as a fan as well as an employee. I wanted to watch everything and be part of everything, and I got sometimes emotionally involved.” She is very realistic in her approach to the future of her career: “I don’t really know what’s coming next. So far I only foresee up until December. It’s literally unpredictable in this job, you go from waiting to see what comes next and suddenly you get a job like this and it takes over. But in a good way. Very good. I just want to keep working really, that’s always good isn’t it? You never know these days.” Nevertheless, there is an effervescent energy about Caroline, her frank smile and the way she talks makes me really feel like I’m having a chat with an old friend. As soon as she puts on the first dress for the photo shoot, she shows all her girly charm. I am in front of a doll, but with a real feel about her. I can see her as a rising star, people soon enough will be talking about her and will want to wear the clothes she wears: “I don’t see myself as a star. I still see myself as the person who interviews the stars and asks the questions. It’s obviously really nice for people to want to take photographs of me, it’s so much fun for a girl to dress up and wear make-up and be in a photo shoot. That will never change. But I do like asking questions best. Maybe I’m just very nosy!”

“They said that there was a big snake above me during the whole show, but they didn’t want to worry me... I could have died!!”

predictions are for this year. Are we getting a new mini-Cheryl or a new heartbreaking boy-band? “I must say that there were many times when I thought I was standing in front of the future winner:there are about fifty potential winners to my judgement. I’m not sure I’m allowed to say that but, from what I’ve seen – and I haven’t seen all auditions - the girls are looking strong.” It is going to be a good year for the X Factor, maybe also because of the change of judges? “They all have great qualities and complement each other very well. I love Louis, He is so funny! He’s so quick, he’s cheeky, he’s naughty, he winds me up a little bit but in a good way. Gary is just brilliant. He’s got such a charm and magnetism. He releases this amazing energy: people cannot avoid seeing his huge charisma. He’s a brilliant guy, he’s always got time for everyone and he’s very honest, he says it how it is and you agree with him most of the times. Kelly Rowland is one of the best judges we’ve ever had on the X Factor. Down to the fact where she gives all the technical advice, she knows exactly what note everyone is singing, she rearranges the contestant’s harmonies. She brings to them all her experience

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Shoes or handbags? I don’t know! I do like bags. Bags. No shoes...I like shoes too! Shoebags!

i-Phone or Backberry? iPhone!!! The best dating advice is… Don’t mix your drinks! Your favourite smell? Coffee. You, in three words... Indecisive, but adamant which completely contradict each other... and a bit messy.

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What would be your advice for those wanting to work in the fashion industry? I would say subscribe to WWD, Vogue, V, W…..etc and know who the players are. Not only do you need to know who the current designers are but also know about past designers like Pioret, Madame Gres and Courreges. Fashion history is especially important now with so many designers borrowing from the past.

You currently star alongside Joan Rivers, Kelly Osbourne and Giuliana Rancic on E’s Fashion Police. What drew you to being part of the show?

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I was asked to audition and for a brief moment I was hesitant because I am also a stylist so I thought it would be rude to judge my peers as I know how it feels when someone negatively reacts to your work. But the chance to work with Joan Rivers was an opportunity I couldn’t pass up and I am so grateful for the job.

Every time I watch it, you all look like you are having a great time – do you get on really well with the others?

GEORGE KOTSIOPOULOS

obody knows more about fashion right now that George Kotsiopoulos. To date his CV includes; magazine editor, consultant, style editorat-large, stylist and now a star turn as co-host in the hilarious Fashion Police on E! So we thought it was about time to get all the gossip from the wonderfully talented stylist du jour.

I would do the show daily if they How did you get your big break in the fashion industry? wanted because it is such a I began my career in the Style department at The New York Times Magazine. I was there for about eight years and ultimately became a Fashion Associate and Market Editor while also producing shoots in LA and NY among many other places. I learned everything about fashion during my time at the NY Times.

pleasure working with my cohosts as well as all the producers and everyone at E. Apparently it’s unusual for everyone to get along but this is my first job as a regular on a show so it’s all I know!

What do you think it is that makes Fashion Police so popular with the viewers? Fashion Police is a comedy show, a talk show and a fashion show so

we hit so many demographics. Women watch to learn, their husbands or boyfriends watch to look at pretty girls and fashion people watch for the clothes or to see if their looks make it on the show. But really people are watching because Joan is so damn funny!! I am the luckiest gay who gets a front-row seat every week.

As a stylist, who have been your favourite clients to style? I loved styling Frieda Pinto, Kerry Washington and Zooey Deschanel because they also have the designer trifecta. It’s most enjoyable to dress confident women who are really into clothing.

time, what do you hope to have achieved? I hope to have had my own show, written a few books and sold lots and lots of clothing and fashion related items all with the hope of making people not only look great but feel great.

Who have you guys slated most on Fashion Police? Who always gets it right?

Have you had any memorable/funny moments on a styling job that you I think Emma Stone always looks remember most? amazing. She has the perfect trifecta of what designers want; beauty, great talent and a great body that looks good in runway samples. She totally “gets it” and seems to really be into fashion but also has fun with it. She wears fashion and it doesn’t wear her.

Styling the nine actors/actresses for the Oscars who played the three main characters in Slumdog Millionaire was the most memorable. Fitting all the guys at Brooks Brothers on Rodeo Drive was quite a spectacle and super fun.

What’s the biggest mistake a celebrity can do on the red carpet?

How would you describe your own style?

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OMG, there are so many! I’ll give you three; wearing clothing that does not fit and is either too big or too small, over accessorising and allowing your hair/make-up team to create a look that is not cohesive with your clothes.

What does stylish mean? What can a woman do to look her best at an event? Having a sense of style is different than being fashionable. Style is not worrying about trends or what everyone else is wearing. People should know you should wear what makes them feel confident and what is most flattering on their body.

What are your fashion essentials? It’s all about the undergarments no matter how nice your clothes are, if you don’t have the right undergarments you will look a mess.

I would say I’m post-preppy grunge. I never like to look too put together or like I’m trying too hard. But of course, the effortless look does take some effort.

As it is our Future Issue, what will the fashion industry be like in the next 20 years? At this time anything goes with fashion. For example stylish women are wearing straight legs, skinnies, flares and bootcut. With fast-fashion and vintage EVERYONE can be fashionable so I hope that in 20 years fashion will continue with this trend and people will dress for what compliments their bodies and personalities rather than it completely being trend driven. I also hope it slows down a bit because trends are changing far too quickly right now. Maybe fashion is getting too fast.

What about George? Looking back in 20 years

QUICKFIRE QUESTIONS Favourite designers: Marc Jacobs, Miuccia Prada, Phoebe Philo and Nicolas Ghesquiere.

Favourite A/W11 trends/collections: The mod look for women as seen at Prada, relaxed tailoring for men like at Bottega.

The most stylish person you have ever met: OMG, I’m so jaded I’ve met so many but I’ll tell you the most stylish I have NOT met: Carine Roitfeld and Kate Moss.

If you had to save 3 things in a fire: Beat-up YSL combat boots, IWC watch jacket and my signed Miró.

One thing we didn’t know about you: I’m probably the only fashion expert who has a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.

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MELISSA M G EORGE elissa has come a long way since the Angel in Home & Away days. Since moving Stateside she has starred in hit shows such as Alias and Intreatment (which she received a Golden Globe nomination for) and slow, distracted fellow climbers fiercely determined to race films such as 30 Days of Night and the young girl to safety. She will and The Amityville Horror. climb, fall, and tackle the rugged After spending time on the Scottish terrain just to save the physically demanding Scottish young girl. Highlands set filming her upcoming film A Lonely Place What drew you to the film? to Die, Melissa talks about how Julian Gilbey’s Rise of the Foot intense filming really was and Soldier was so brilliant. I kinda like talks us though the film and her that world (laughs) and the fact that it was a wonderful portrayal career so far. of female strength. It is her film, her

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Highlands, how did you find your time there?

I have never felt so joyous to be in another place. The air, the grass, the bluebells, the Culloden House Hotel! The grace and sophistication of the Scottish way brought me back to my ancestors.

The filming seems very intense and physically demanding. skills that save the girl, and there is Was it difficult to film?

You have a new film coming out – A Lonely Place to Die. Can you tell us more about the film and the character you play? I play Alison; a fearless rock climber, disinterested in any

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nothing better that knowing that a female role in a movie comes off this strong. I said yes straight away. The Highlands for months was some of the best days of my life.

You filmed up in the Scottish

Incredibly. Had a few melt downs. It’s hard to repeat these dangerous moments time and time again when in real life they happen once. You feel like you have loved life 100 times harder. But, I have tremendous arms right now.

QUICKFIRE WITH MElissa george Favourite book: The 4 Hour Work Week.

Did you get to film some of your own stunts? Many of them, except the brilliant ones... like when she falls through the trees. World class stunt team. Julian knows exactly what he wants.

What was the worst day of Lonely Place

bonafide film star?

Favourite place:

Hard darn work!

The Hamptons and NYC: my home.

What has been your favourite role to date?

Last thing I bought:

Laura in Intreatment. My golden globe nomination was the best day of my life.

best and filming A to Die? What future characters/films Every day brought its challenges would you like to do in and we just had to tackle them the future? head on.

All and every. But I do have one that I own the rights too, I am in talks with Julian Schnabel. I also really stretched myself in The Slap, which the BBC just bought - I play Rosie and she was my responsibility to make her shine and tell her story. Boy did she tell it.

The director, Julian Gilbey, said you were an utter professional and in the 6-and-a-half weeks of filming you never fluffed a single line. What motivates you when working and how do you get into character? You have such natural Just make it perfect, be the best beauty – what would be your at the role, and do not mess up. top beauty tips you have Live in her shoes, react truthfully. picked up along the way? I cannot believe that Angel Love yourself inside and out. Love from Home & Away was 17 your faults, meditate everyday, years ago now! How did you breath light around all beings, good and bad. go from Aussie soap star to

A hand knotted art deco raised wool and silk rug. For my NYC place. My decorator has made it to look like a Grace Kelly-Rear WindowHitchcock set.

Last person i texted: A secret.

One thing you didn’t know about me is: I invented www.buystylesnaps.com by hemmingmyway - the biggest selling infomercial product in the big box stores in the USA. Also the highest selling invention per minute on QVC’s PM Style.

One more thing I would like to plug is: : The team over at Somaly Mam - amazing work! A Lonely Place to Die is released nationwide September 7

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the tumblr trends By SAMANTHA GOODWIN

To those of you not familiar with the sharing website tumblr, tumblr is a pool of images usually consisting of archived magazine spreads, photos of androgynous models and pandas, thank you Nicola Formichetti. If you find yourself feeling rather lost in a world adorned in Primark, fake tan and scruffy buns then head over to tumblr: where the clothes are vintage, pale is the new tan and the scruffy buns are perfect. That type of perfect us mere mortals can never master no matter how much we backcomb. Personally I use tumblr as a source of inspiration though what I have noticed is street style is heavily influenced from this underground network. Which works like this...A tumblr user will post an image on the website for other users to reblog if they like that image also. The more times an image is re-blog, indicates its popularity. These popular images ultimately start fashion trends. As a self-confessed tumblr nerd, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m here to tell you the future tumblr trends, which you can wear with pride before all your friends. Tusk and sneer hipster pipster however, you know for a fact youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll be fighting the urge to dip dye your hair andstart charity shop shopping after reading this.

The marmite of shoes: the Creeper

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The Creeper is a touchy subject. If you must know the shoe was first worn by WW2 soldiers however today is commonly associated with Teddy Boys. At first I was a little nauseous after witnessing them in the flesh; however after snapping Mauve (pictured on the left), sporting the almost sinful leopard print combo, I was sold. They’re a practical shoe that can add depth to a boring outfit, such as a uniform. They average at £70 but I tell you no lies, stalk Urban Outfitters’ sale. I once saw a pair go for £40!

Kurt’s Shirts The classic checkered flannel, think Kurt Cobain. Worn tied around the waist, because why would you wear it any other way? Leg, (pictured on the right), was most likely unaware of the importance of the flannel shirt but he just looks so darn dapper down Notting Hill; I just had to photograph him.

BLEACH Kurt Cobain is the king of tumblr, could you tell? He’s even had a hairdressers named after one of Nirvana, his band, albums. Hit up Bleach, in Dalston, for acid highlights and the best of grunge hairstyles. Or, like me, do it yourself. All you need is cheapo hair dye in whatever colour you desire, one roll of tinfoil and gloves. Lots of gloves. Give it a go, DIY!

The 90’s Dungarees, logo tees, you name it. See movies such as 10 Things I Hate About You and Buffy the Vampire Slayer movie for perfect American high school outfit inspiration. Get your TLC on!

Severus Snape Fan or no fan of the Harry Potter series his presence in the online world is off the scale. I’m picking up my cape from the dry cleaners in an hour and you should too. Snape makes it acceptable for the Emo phase to be prominent outside the bedroom. Dressing in black is a way of life, not just for funerals Bebe Zeva. You’d be amazed at how much time this saves in the morning. If you don’t believe me, set up a tumblr account and see for yourself. Re-blog the images that speak and pull out trends from there. Tumblr is a collection of visual interests you can easily re-blog your favourites for your own online mood board. Plus it’s something very fun to do at 1am

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DESIGNER’S NAME: WONJEE CHUNG

DESIGNER’S NAME: DOMINIQUE KRAL

DESIGNER’S AGE: 29

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EDUCATED AT: • Nottingham Trent University, Fashion Knitwear & Knitted Textile Design (British BA degree 2011) • SanMyung University, Textile Design (Korean BA degree, 2006)

EDUCATED AT: Northbrook College Sussex - Ba(Hons) degree in Fashion Design

GETTING STARTED: I have always been interested in fashion, ever since I was little. I was especially inspired by an old fairy tale called The Wild Swan to start knitting. The story tells of a princess who rescues her eleven brothers from a spell cast by an evil queen which turned them into swans. She has to knit eleven shirts from Nettles in order to release them. It was just so magical to me that I instantly asked my mother how to knit. ASPIRATIONS: I would love to have my own label – that is my dream. I’m very interested in collaborating with many different artists and industries such as mechanic technicians, animators, musicians and scientists, like a ‘dream factory’. My future vision is to design wearable high technology clothing and in doing so I hope to combine many artistic movements together. INSPIRATIONS: I’m heavily influenced by human psychology. I am fascinated by quantum mechanics and brain sciences, which include human logic and philosophy. These are a great inspiration for my graduate collection – a parallel universe. YOUR MUSES: My muses are from fiction… from comics and animations. Normally they are weird images and have super natural powers. I like unrealistic stories and the characters from those, for example: ghosts, monsters, mutants, humanoids and psychics. So I often prefer androgynous, abnormal and decadent images rather than traditional. DESIGNERS WHO’VE INSPIRED YOU: I especially admire designers who design timeless pieces and also find new styles. Such as Issey Miyake who tries new balances between textile and clothes. Rei Kawakubo has brought postmodernism into fashion and Hussein Chalayan channels futuristic philosophy like individual mobility, combining fashion with other technologies.

GETTING STARTED: I grew up in a creative environment. With my grandma as a seamstress and my mum as a freelance knitwear designer and artist, it was difficult not to do something similar with so much inspiration and creativity surrounding me. There were however three separate areas that interested me, so I decided to study ‘A levels’ in Art, Photography and Textiles to enable me to discover which area I excelled in the most. The skills I gained in both Photography and Art help me to develop project research and they also play a great part in my print design. ASPIRATIONS: I aspire to be more than I ever will be. INSPIRATIONS: Everything around me. Nature really inspires me, as there are so many amazing colours, textures and patterns in the world. This was the main inspiration I used to create my graduate collection. I spent a few days in the new forest taking photographs, sketching insects in their natural habitats, along with anything else I could find that intrigued me such as rotting skeletons of animals in the woods. I then developed these into prints and used it as textile inspiration to help me source interesting fabrics. MUSES: So many amazing people. Usually women with a dark, edgy feel to their personality. DESIGNERS WHO’VE INSPIRED YOU: Meadham Kirchhoff, Alexander McQueen, Thiery Mugler, Vivienne Westwood, Zandra Rhodes, Mary Katrantzou just to name a few. I love designers who use bright and interesting prints in their garments along with amazing silhouettes and textures.

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DESIGNER’S NAME: PHILIPP SCHUELLER

DESIGNER’S NAME: YINGZHI LUO - CHI CHI

DESIGNER’S AGE: 28

DESIGNER’S AGE: 22

EDUCATED AT: BA Hons Amsterdam Fashion Institute MA Royal College of Art

EDUCATED AT: London College of Fashion

GETTING STARTED: The development of my MA collection was basically identifying things I love, bringing them together and expressing them visually. The base shapes for the looks came from garments I like wearing myself, bomber jackets, baseball caps and casual pants. The textures, colours and atmosphere were strongly influenced by my passion for fantastical underwater creatures. The underwater idea also served for one of the most important features of the collection - dive and swimsuit inspired patent leather garments. This combined with the soft outer pieces inspired by Jellyfish complete the look I wanted to achieve. ASPIRATIONS: Drinking coffee with Muccia Prada INSPIRATIONS: Tukiko Suzuki’s photographs of jellyfish inspire my collection. Mat Collishaw’s ‘Flesheaters’ imagery and airbrush paintings of orchids by Marc Quinn. I started out using the colour pink as a ‘white canvas’. Painted with several shades of lime, red and purple this ‘pink canvas’ serves for an explosion of tasty color - well, tasty but poisonous at the same time, just like a carnivorous plant to an insect. MUSES: Consciously I do not really have a muse, but I guess unconsciously they cross my path during various occasions in my life. From being inspired by my first year tutor Julie Verhoeven and her fascinating style to simply bumping into my housemate dyeing her hair pink in the bathroom. DESIGNERS WHO’VE INSPIRED YOU: I find saying I have been inspired by certain designers rather difficult but there certainly are designers whose work I admire and who I have great respect for. Big love for Muccia Prada, Roberto Capucci, Martin Margiela and Balenciaga. philippschueller.com

GETTING STARTED: I started drawing at 5 years old and later decided to continue along the art path with my further education. I found fashion a really interesting area to express and play with art, so I finally chose fashion design as my specialized subject and in doing so… my future career. ASPIRATIONS: Firstly, I wish I could sell my collection for a satisfied price to help Tibetan people in order to thank them for their great inspiration towards my final collection. Then I hope to have more work experiences with different artists, designers and companies. To learn from them, to improve myself and to find out what area of fashion I feel most happy working in. Ultimately, I do hope in the future to set up my own label because it will be more fun and less restrictive. INSPIRATIONS: This Spring/Summer collection was inspired by my trip to Tibet in China last summer. The colour palette was based on photographs, taken by myself during the trip. The selected colours are bright, vivid and energetic representing Tibetan people’s kindness, boldness, faith and passion to their religion. I bravely played with these colours, and got lots of unique results by using different hand dye techniques. MUSES: My friends influence me a lot in fashion. We listen to each other, share with each other what we like and what we need… This valuable communication inspires me to do more designs that show our tastes. They are not only my friends… but also my fashion influence, my muses! DESIGNERS WHO’VE INSPIRED YOU: Haider Ackermann, Nicolas Ghesquière and Matthew Williamson chichiluo.com

I m loving... T H E BOY/GIRL TREND By ESME LOUISE BURDEN

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hen people use the word ‘Androgyny’, it can conjure up images of some questionable outfit choices; from boys in make-up to transvestites. But this A/W trend inspires a totally different approach - something quite refined, classic and downright cool. The great thing about androgyny is that it has become so versatile - from boyfriend blazers to brogues, chinos to suits; women now have the luxury of choosing which sex to represent via their wardrobe. When it comes to power dressing, women like to give off an authoritative vibe, letting the rest of the office (or high street, in fashion terms) know who’s boss. Men, on the other hand, don’t use their attire as a means to gain status – in reality they probably have the same suit in three different colours. To men, clothes and office wear merely do what they say on the tin. This is where we come in. With such beautiful ranges of menswear being crafted season after season, it seems such a waste to see it unappreciated! Now that we have the option to wear a suit instead of a dress if we choose, or tailored trousers teamed with a shirt and braces, it’s high time women made the most of menswear. Some of the best cuts and styles of this trend this season come from favourite designers such as Dolce & Gabbana, Yves Saint Laurent, Stella McCartney and Paul Smith – not forgetting of course, the fabulous Chanel where the boy/girl trend all began! Using materials such as tweed and tartan and contrasting them with accessories such as briefcases and brogues, the female models made striking male imposters on the catwalks.

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So for this season’s classiest look, invest in some key accessories; braces, a bow tie, clear lens glasses and a trilby steal your boyfriend’s shirts or favourite blazer and team with super skinny black jeans for a touch of feminine definition. Finally, don your brogues and tie your hair back, or contrast a girlie down– do with a bowler or trilby hat. Finish the whole thing off with an oversized raincoat and you’re set to be the envy of the office with a look that will definitely separate the men from the boys. And let’s face it, if it was good enough for Coco Chanel, it’s good enough for us

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Blazer by River Island Shirt by Marks & Spencer

Sleeveless jacket by Asos Hat by River Island

Shoes by Matalan

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Body Suit from The Empress Collection: ARA JO. Ring: ACCESSORIZE £14. Morphogenesis 3D Printed Shoe: PAULINE VAN DONGEN.

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LEFT: Dress from The Vampire Collection: ARA JO. Statement Articulated Metal Ring: ASOS £15. Silver Bracelet: H&M £3.99. RIGHT: Dress from The Mermaid Collection: ARA JO. Knuckle Detail Talon Ring: ASOS £8.

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Photographer: HEATHER BOHNENSTIEHL - heatherbohnenstiehl.com Make-up: HEATHER B - makeupbyheatherb.com Hair: NICOLE GEARY - nicolegeary.net Nail Technician for Stiletto Nails: CHISATO YAMAMOTO Model: SAMMY PEARCE - eclipsemodelmanagement.com Jewellery Stylist: LILIANA ARAUJO

Dress from The Kinetic Landscapes Collection: PAULINE VAN DONGEN. Silver Bracelets: H&M £3.99. Statement Articulated Metal Ring: ASOS £15. Shoes: CHOCKERS £30.

Clothes Designers: ARA JO - notjustalabel.com/arajo PAULINE VAN DONGEN - paulinevandongen.nl/eng/

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S T E V E-O O N . . . THE LADIES

What is it that makes Jackass such a huge success?

What do you look for in a woman?

Good question, who knows? I suppose an ability to not take ourselves too seriously has something to do with it.

Historically, I’ve not looked for much more in women than an attraction to me.

Some of the stuff you do must take a physical toll on your body. What has been the worst or hardest stunt you have done so far?

What would be a deal breaker for you?

To be honest, I didn’t think the port-a-potty stunt at the end of Jackass 3D was all that bad. I’m sure there was a risk of catching hepatitis, or some other nasty poo-bourne diseases, but it wasn’t like I had to really worry about getting paralyzed or killed.

If you had to pick one memorable or funny moment on-set what would it be? When Wee-Man said “Where’s the card-throwing machine?”

I think I could safely describe myself as a nice guy, I wouldn’t go so far as to call myself romantic.

Angelina Jolie, Cameron Diaz, Eva Mendes: who would you snog, marry and avoid? I got a couple of Angelina Jolie’s exact same tattoos done in the same places on my body, and it didn’t get me any closer to kissing her. I like Eva Mendes a lot, and I’m not a fan of Cameron Diaz at all.

The part of my body that has been most damaged (not counting teeth and tattoos) is my esophagus. As a result of professional vomiting, and generally hard living, I have “Stage 3 Esophagitis”, which could be considered “throat cancer waiting to happen”. To determine what was the worst or hardest stunt would be impossible- most of them have been horrible, and in very different ways.

I remember watching the portaloo stunt in 3D from Jackass 3D and just thinking ‘How the hell can he do that?’ Do you ever think, ‘bugger it, not doing this one’? Do you need to get yourself in a certain frame of mind to do a stunt like that?

Would you describe yourself as romantic? What is the most romantic thing you have ever done?

If you were to take us on a first date where would we go? A vegan restaurant.

There was a lady that I felt quite strongly about recently, she made me think about getting serious, but I didn’t want to let that happen because she told me she liked to smoke pot and I can’t be around that. The truth is, though, I think it was mostly because I was scared of risking getting hurt. I’ve done a good job of pretending I wasn’t a scared little guy underneath the bravado, but that’s exactly what I am.

As you are famous, do you ever get suspicious about women’s intentions when you first meet them? I’ve never let shallowness bother me in women. If anything, I’m probably more squirrelly with women who have good intentions.

STEVE-O: PROFESSIONAL IDIOT: A MEMOIR Your new book is now a New York Times bestseller! How does that feel? Does everything you touch turn into gold? It feels great to have made the NYT bestseller list. I’m not sure if you ever caught wind of my attempt at becoming a rapper, but I wouldn’t describe that as turning into gold.

You talk very openly in your book about your former drug use. Was it hard when you were doing the book to go over everything that happened back then?

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Were you not worried that the famous names you mentioned that you used to party with in the book would be annoyed at you? There were some difficult decisions to make, but I didn’t disparage anyone beyond what was already common knowledge.

What finally made you stop taking drugs? What would be your advice for people in the same situation? I reached a point where I was not able to make it through a single day without behaving in various ways that caused me to feel humiliated, ashamed, guilty, and remorseful. Ultimately, it was pitiful and incomprehensible demoralization that motivated me to learn how to live clean and sober one day at a time.

What message do you want your fans to get from reading your book? What would surprise them most about reading it? It’s funny, shocking, tragic, heartwarming, and ridiculous. I’m happy to let each reader take from it what they will.

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What’s the biggest lesson you have learned about life? The way we treat others is a reflection of how we feel about ourselves.

Life is… Life is what you make it.

What’s next for you? What’s your plans for 2011/2012? My comedy tour will keep me on the road for the rest of 2011, and I intend to shoot a television series along the way. At this point, I’ve picked out the characters I want to shoot it with, and we’ve been writing up a storm. I’m really feeling good about it.

How would you want people to remember you? During a well-documented PCPabusing spree, I made strenuous claims about being remembered for “making people happy”. Although that was among the least flattering periods of my life, I still like that idea.

QUICKFIRE with STEVE-O: Favourite film: Harold & Maude Last person you text: The last

person I sent a text to is a guy named Dave.

Celebrity you would love most to appear on Jackass: Ozzy Osbourne

Favourite person: Leonardo Da Vinci

One thing we didn’t know about you: My Facebook and Photographer: ERIC WILLIAMS Groomer: KRYSTAL X KAOS

Wardrobe Stylist: MELINDA TARBELL

Twitter accounts have the same password.

Steve-O: Professional Idiot:A Memoir is out now.

TEN Things you didn’t know abou t LYDIA BRIGHT Come on, who hasn’t been captivated by the on-off-on-off romance between Lydia Bright and James ‘Arg’ Argent on hit reality show The Only Way is Essex? Whether you love or hate the show, you will still be watching it come the new series. So NOIR caught up with The Only Way is Essex star Lydia to find out what we didn’t already know about her: note to self, thank God someone else has shopping down as their cardio: girl after my heart! TOWIE is a reality TV show that follows the lives of young people and their family’s living in Essex.

I have a fear of heights - they make me go all dizzy.

My hidden talent is that I am actually quite flexible; I can do the splits, cartwheels, bridges and front flips.

I am really rubbish at singing. I sometimes think I’m good but then I record myself on my phone, listen back and realise its all in my head.

My favourite indulgence is korma sauce and coconut naan bread. So fattening and unhealthy but so delicious. Staying in shape... I love shopping and tend to shop twice a week: this counts as my cardio. I love yoga and don’t get to do it as much as I wish but it’s a great way to tone. and our first date was at Charlton Football Club where we had a fine dining experience with hot dogs and mustard.

I am obsessed with Sex and the City. I know every episode word for word and am constantly trying to live my life through the eyes of Carrie. My dream is to one day live in New York City opposite Central Park. One thing you didn’t know about me (until now) is I play the violin and got to grade 5. Make sure you check out Lydia’s blog at misslydiarose.blogspot.com

Interview by LEANNE MILLIGAN

Me and Arg met when I was only 17

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THE FUTURE of travel By ESME LOUISE BURDEN

f it’s one thing the Brits all have in common, it’s the need for jet setting somewhere scorching. For one or two blissful weeks out of the year, whether it’s a city stop, adventure trek or beach break, we just can’t get enough. There’s something about the climate of somewhere new and exciting that gets our adrenaline pumping; but at the same time leaves us feeling deeply relaxed! I for one, am a self–confessed holiday addict; after spending the entire year planning, saving, dieting, gymming (ahem) and of course shopping for my annual week of uninterrupted tranquillity – I never fail to return home with nothing less than (albeit a fantastic tan) a terrible case of the ‘Holiday Blues’. Oh yes – we all know the feeling; the depressed realisation as your plane approaches England that you’ll be greeted by the standard welcome of torrential rain. Accompanied by the instant thought that the minute you get up the next day, you will be heading straight back to the travel agent to book next year’s expedition! Oh yes, we all know it well. For all those with the previously mentioned ‘Holiday Blues’, keen to secure a salvation for next summer, this is for you. The question we all ask ourselves when planning a holiday, is where do we want to go? With a whole world full of incredible countries to choose from, it makes it difficult to pick just one. So, to narrow the search down, here is a brief guide to my top up & coming future holiday destinations.

Croatia

Already getting its name with plenty of popular music festivals taking off this summer, Croatia is certain to be next year’s top choice for holidaymakers. Capital city Dubrovnik is the place to start, as first–timers can access all they need to know about the country from here, such as island tours and culture info. For night–owls, the best spots are Zagreb and Dalmatia; rich in atmosphere and nightlife, and for beaches and tranquillity you’ll find no better location than Bol, however be warned, the beaches in Croatia are comprised of pebbles rather than sand! The best time to go is September, as it won’t be overcrowded, the prices in accommodation (and flights!) will drop, whilst it’s still warm enough to catch a tan.

Fiji

Made up of a collection of tropical islands, Fiji consists mainly of Viti Levu and Vanua Levu, the biggest and most populated of these islands. The country’s two cities, Lautoka and Suva (the capital) can both be located on Viti Levu, as can the Yasawa Group; a chain of volcanic islands which can be found in the Northwest. Fiji upholds an impressive reputation as the ‘soft coral Capital of the World’ and is known for being an incredibly popular location for deep–sea diving; Malolo is home to the country’s overwater bungalow resort. For those looking for a little more to their holiday than just relaxing on a beach of white sand, (complete with cocktail and sun lounger) head for Mamanucas, home to busier and more lively resorts, where the nightlife is as hot as the climate.

NOIR t r a v el Image Credits - Croatia FOTOFASH; Fiji PETER MOORE; Mauritius CHRISTOS VOREAKOS; The Cook Islands BENEDICT ADAM; The Maldives SARAH ACKERMAN.

Mauritius

The more developed of the Mascarene Islands, Mauritius is the first choice holiday destination for blissful tranquillity. Packed with its trademark white sand and clear water beaches; historical towns and markets, the forests in Black River Gorges National Park and, of course, topped off with an added helping of historical culture – there’s never a loss for things to do. The buzzing atmosphere is infectious – the friendly locals will soon make you feel quite at home and food enthusiasts will be overjoyed with the extensive range of cultural cuisine on offer; from African to French to Chinese. In view of the tropical climate, Mauritius tends to stay warm all year round, however the best months to go are between May and December, to avoid heavy rainfall and the possibility of cyclones.

The Cook Islands

A collection of 15 islands set in the South Pacific, just beside New Zealand; the most popular with tourists being Rarotonga - the biggest out of all 15 islands is home to a vast range of jungle and mountains, broken up with white sand and cobalt waters. Those looking for an active stay can get the most out of their expedition by visiting Aitutaki for its famous, stunning coral lagoon, Atiu for its coffee plantations and limestone caves, Manihiki and Penrhyn for their black pearl farms or Mangaia for a phenomenal hiking experience. The summer months in the Cook Islands run from November to April, but the climate rarely changes from season to season – however the most advisable months to go if you want to miss out on any risk of rain are either March – April or September - October.

The Maldives

The Maldives are perhaps the ultimate destination of this selection – known worldwide for their tranquillity and peaceful surroundings; clear, warm waters and beaches of utmost clarity, the location is certainly the definition of paradise. Set slap bang in the middle of the Indian Ocean, the Maldives are a series of coral islands; originally formed by reefs growing around ancient volcanoes which, over time, have sunk into the ocean - leaving behind the luxurious remains that travellers and tourists regard so highly. As a resort of peace, the locals embrace visitors and indulge them in the freedom they desire on a holiday such as this. Under consistent development, the appeal to visit this incredible location is going from strength to strength, with state–of–the-art hotels and resorts being built constantly. Obtaining a steady temperature of 30 degrees throughout the year, this incredible destination is popular at all times; however the advised time to go is from February – April, during the hottest period. A prime location for a tropical getaway, the Maldives provide a truly once in a lifetime experience.

So there you have it. A breakdown of the most desirable destinations – now all you need to do is narrow it down to one! And buy a whole new holiday wardrobe, of course....

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hen you think of fashion capitals du jour, you think New York, London, Paris and Milan: the big four in the fashion week schedule. But alas, I am here to introduce you to the new big four: four future fashion capitals that you need to know about right now and get ahead of the game as these will be the future fashion capitals of the world. New York, London, Paris and Milanâ&#x20AC;Ś watch out, there are some new players in town and they are ready to steal your glory. By LEANNE MILLIGAN 95

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DID YOU KNOW...? * Sydney has underground shopping malls: the linked malls run for over 3km

SYDNEY Current GLM Top Fashion Capitals Ranking: 7 WHY? Why not would be the easier and quickest answer as Sydney (and Australia in general) is renowned for its quirky laid back sense of style. That is not to mean that it is all flip flops and denim cut-offs however. Hell no. Think Australia, think Elle Macpherson, Sass & Bide, The Minogue sisters, Hugh Jackman (okay that was just for kicks)... all showcase that timeless style that all Australians seem to be born with. Sydney has risen up the ranks in the fashion world with its creative talent second to none. Maryanne Edwards, designer of the label Wonders Cease hints as to why this may be; “I think that being so geographically far from the rest of the world can sometimes play in Sydney’s favour, it means we have a look/ style that is uniquely our own. People are fairly relaxed and creative here so it encourages a fairly experimental way of dressing particularly amongst young people. In the last couple of years we are seeing some great mid to high-end labels emerge (Romance was Born, Dion Lee, Josh Goot) that are pushing boundaries somewhat and encouraging people to try something a little unusual. Not to mention the sun is always shining here so it’s a great place to visit for a shopping holiday.” A comment further agreed by IMG Fashion GM Daniel Hill; “Many of the world’s top buyers and trend forecaster’s see Sydney as an emerging creative fashion hub. The climate and attitude of Sydney really comes to the fore when designers create their looks as they are living in the number one tourist destination in the world.”

General Manager, IMG Fashion, Australia, Daniel Hill tells me; “MBFFS [Mercedes-Benz Fashion Festival Sydney] offers consumers the chance to see new season collections on the runway. They get to see the clothes as they should be worn and styled and that is important for both the designers to sell their product and also the customer to really understand what they can do and how far they can go with what is on offer. It’s a great environment … like window shopping ‘live’!” And with designers such as Alice McCall, Josh Goot, Zimmermann and Camilla & Marc attending MBFFS and Rosemount Australia Fashion Week in Sydney, the new city of style is really making its mark on the international stage.

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• Westfield Sydney: With a great range of Australian stores and a few international ones thrown into the mix, Westfield is a great option for some laid-back Aussie-cool looks. • Bondi Markets: Who would need another excuse to visit Bondi Beach? Just incase you do, then the markets will definitely provide you with some great surfer chick buys. As well as original designer clothing, exotic imports, hand made jewellery, arts, crafts, homewares, retro furniture, vintage clothes; Bondi Markets features a great selection of up-and-coming Australian designers. • Strand Arcade: This arcade was one of the first Victorian buildings to be built in Sydney so you will be shopping and culturing yourself at the same time. Shops include a unique mix of decades old stores a d emerging stores and designers so there really will be something for everyone. • Paddington Markets: Get yourself to these markets every Saturday from 10am to browse a great selection of beautiful Australian made goods. Take a look at their Emerging Designers Section in the Courtyard of the Market, all these products are Australian Made. Food lovers can whet their appetites with a great selection of foods - choose from Himalayan, Aussie BBQ, Thai, Grumpy Baker, Fresh Juices, Tea, Coffee, Cakes, Home Made Soup… • George Street: Features a wide-range of fantastic restaurants, venues and shopping destinations with malls including Mall square (with world renowned brands) and many other mainstream and quirky stores en-route including an Apple Store.

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HONG KONG GLM Top Fashion Capitals Ranking: 2 WHY? Whilst neighbours China and Japan are renowned for their cultural fashion, Hong Kong is leading the way as thee trendsetting hub in Asia. Not only does it have the world’s largest fashion fair but it also has some of the best shopping available to tourists. And all in a beautiful setting with a little bit of history and culture thrown in: any wonder it is ranked as a top fashion capital?

FASHION WEEKS Asia’s largest fashion event organised by the HKTDC and held at the HKCEC, Hong Kong Fashion Week offers a fantastic spread of the very latest in apparel, accessories and fashion-related products from high-end fashion to mass merchandise, to buyers from all over the world dictating its place on the international fashion level as it is the world’s second largest fashion fair. As well as featuring a massive exhibit including sections on ladieswear, menswear, handbags, shoes, lingerie and sportswear; fashion shows, fashion parades and seminars provide insight analysis for upcoming trends and collections. In January, a recordbreaking number of 1,735 exhibitors from 23 countries and regions participated in the fair gaining an international audience.

DID YOU KNOW...? SHOPPING MUST-DO’S • Temple Street Night Market: This marker is described as ordered chaos in action and the perfect place to pick up a few bargains. Temple Street is awash with rows of brightly lit stalls featuring an astonishing variety of clothing, pens, watches, CDs, cassettes, electronic gadgets, hardware and luggage. Food stalls offer a range of delicacies including fresh seafood and hotpot dishes and Fortune-tellers and opera enthusiasts provide impromptu performances. A true shopping experience.

* The United Kingdom had sovereignty over Hong Kong until it transferred it back to China on the 1st July 1997.

• Times Square: The largest mall in Causeway Bay, Times Square has more than 230 shops, offering an exciting range of products as well as great dining establishments. • Festival Walk: Festival Walk is an energised mall of innovation; boasting a world-class design of natural light and open space, it offers over 200 shops and 27 restaurants. Brands include H&M, Hollister, Tommy Hilfiger, Vivienne Westwood and many more high and budget brands. • Tsim Sha Tsuin (Granville Road): Here you can find designer brand samples or cast-offs at a fraction of their retail prices. Right nearby is Granville Circuit, where you’ll find many shops selling their own designs or collectibles, along with accessories and vintage items. •

Antique Street: Here you can find rare and exquisite Chinese antiques and bag a bargain in Upper Lascar Row (Cat Street), which specialises in jade, silk products, embroideries and wooden handicraft items.

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DID YOU KNOW...? * The first ever Oscar’s ceremony was actually held at the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel. Nowadays it is located across the road at the Kodak Theatre.

LA GLM Top Fashion Capitals Ranking: 5 WHY? LA is like Sydney in some ways; it has that ability to combine high fashion with laid-back cool style. You never really know what you will see on the streets. Pablo Avion from ModelNews.com explains to me why LA is a future fashion capital; “First, the entertainment infrastructure in LA is second-to-none. This means when web streaming of fashion shows becomes commonplace, runway shows will be able to be combined with awards events, comedy and celebrity hosts, online voting…in a way that brings fashion into everyone’s living room. And LA has the opportunity to be at the forefront of this new entertainment hybrid, already being host to the Oscars, etc. Secondly, the sheer volume of talent and energy in LA that has yet to be tapped. Because the cost of living is lower than comparable metropolises, the city is ALREADY absolutely filled with young, independent designers, aspiring models and design students.”

There are many fashion shows throughout the year in LA but none so more popular that LA Fashion Week which Pablo Avion states; “is important because it will be the event that unites all of these elements: the high-end/celebrity entertainment events and the new and young.” This October sees LA Fashion Week showcasing the Spring 2012 collections and includes various branches of fashion week including Concept Fashion Week (showcasing some great up-and-coming designers) and LA Fashion Weekend (which always attracts celebrity attendees) and Style LA Fashion week events amongst many others. The mass scope of the events, the designers showing and the celebrities attending show the scale of the growth of LA Fashion Week and LA as a fashion capital.

SHOPPING MUST-DO’S • Beverly Center: Positioned in the great surroundings of Beverly Hills, this shopping mall includes great shopping opportunities including Macy’s, Victoria’s Secret, Burberry, Bloomingdales, Prada and my all time favourite: Tiffany’s. • Revival Vintage: Specialising in casual and high-end designers from the 1950s-1980s, Revival is filled with vintage clothing, jewellery and accessories. Pop into this boutique and you could bump into stars such as Demi Lovato and Joe Jonas in addition to Los Angeles fashionistas looking to jazz up their wardrobes with one-of-a-kind pieces. • Camarillo Premium Outlet Mall: Situated just outside LA, you can find impressive savings at Banana Republic Factory Store, Barneys New York, Giorgio Armani, J.Crew, Kenneth Cole, Lucky Brand, Nike, Polo Ralph Lauren, Saks Fifth Avenue, Tommy Hilfiger, Tory Burch and more. A must-stop for every fashionista! • DASH: This is the store owned by the Kardashian sisters so a must-go for those who are fans. • The Grove: Cult American brands such as Abercrombie & Fitch, Barneys, Anthropologie, Michael Kors and my favourite, Forever 21 all are situated in this outdoor shopping destination.

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* Karl Lagerfeld was born in Germany. * Berlin, with an area of 892 square kilometres, is nine times bigger than Paris.

BERLIN GLM Top Fashion Capitals Ranking: 18 WHY? With a fashion industry growth of 29.4% over the past few years and six fashion design schools in Berlin, it really is shaping up to be a fashion capital of the future. It is a melting pot of creativity and innovation from its young designers and fashion creatives who are not afraid to take risks. Not only is the street style in Berlin featuring on many a street style blog worldwide, but Berlin is bringing the world great designers and most importantly a great fashion week.

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SHOPPING MUST-DO’S • Kurfurstendamm: One of the most famous avenues in Berlin, Kurfurstendamm is one long, broad avenue consisting of shops, restaurants, hotels and house and runs for 2.2 miles. So best to leave the high heels at home on this shopping day. • Friedrichstrasse: High-end boutiques, department stores and restaurants are all jam packed in this bustling area. My top tip would be to head to Galeries Lafayette where you will find some great Berlin designers. • Blush: Here you will find beautiful lingerie from German and international designers. • Adddress: One of the best Independent labels in Berlin right now with beautiful and cutting edge minimalistic pieces but with that German edge. • Kaufhaus des Westens: Is the must-see department store in Berlin as not only is it the second largest department store in Europe (Harrods in number one) but it is also steeped in WWII history (being bombed during the war).

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Fashion Week in Berlin is held twice a year and transports the city into an international fashion capital; highlights include MBFW, Bread & Butter (international trade fair for street and urban wear), Capsule Trade Show (fuses the best of the high-end contemporary brands, independent designers and street wear labels), Premium Fashion Fair, Bright Street Wear Fair, In Fashion Berlin (an eco event). Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Berlin features fashion tradeshows, numerous events, shop events and shows. Maia Guarnaccia (VP of IMG Fashion, Europe) explains its appeal to an international audience; “Berlin is a hotspot of creativity and we founded Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week here, because the German designers didn’t have a platform to present their work in front of an international industry audience. By now key media and buyers from around the world attend the shows. Over the course of many seasons it has become a key focus of our event to present young talent alongside established brands like HUGO by Hugo Boss for example. I don’t think young designers get as much attention anywhere as they get within

Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Berlin. You could basically build a fashion week in every major city around the world, but you need the talent, the collections to make it interesting to an international audience and the designers that show with us in Berlin are absolutely amazing. We have no doubt that Fashion Week in Berlin will continue to grow and thrive.” And with visitors during Berlin Fashion Week bringing in an estimated 119 million Euros in spending to Berlin, the growth really will continue and will be exciting to watch.

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ouise Roe is a perfect fit for the Future Issue of NOIR. With previous roles in presenting and writing, Louise is now presenting hit show Plain Jane which has just had its first series in the UK. With a wardrobe to die for, she is also a rising style icon. I caught up with Louise to talk about her style and what she has been up to since we last spoke. Hi Louise! You sure have been busy since we last spoke! You must be so excited that Plain Jane is now showing in the UK? Yes! And it’s doing really well, which makes me so happy. I love that my family back home can now see the show too. What is it about fashion that gives women more confidence? It has the power to transform your mood, your posture, your image, your state of mind, and of course your figure. There’s something about bright colour that instantly lifts a woman, and high heels make her feel more powerful and sexy.

You have such an innate sense of style. Where you born stylish or did you learn along the way? Thank you! Oh I certainly made mistakes along the way: I think experimenting is important. But for the last 10 years or so I’ve had a really distinct love of the 70’s style, so I tend to stick with that. Your style in four words? Bright. High heels. Boho! What would we find in your wardrobe? Way too many shoes – a friend told me she thought they were breeding the other day. Bright jumpsuits and little dresses, biker jackets and cosy cardigans. With all the travelling around the world you do, how do you plan your outfits to suit each city? Well the weather is a big factor; that determines whether it’s highwaisted shorts or a trench coat and harem pants, for example. Ibiza was one where it felt right to wear hippie-inspired pieces. I have heard whispers of you designing your own clothing line, is this true? Can you tell us all about it?

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Yes I’m so excited! I’m starting my own line for HSN in September. The label is based on shape, so there’s at least one piece in there

to suit and flatter every different kind of figure. If you could create a dream shopping mall what would you name it and what shops/designers would you have in it? Oh what a brilliant idea! I think I’d make the entire thing shoes, and call it High Heel Heaven or something cheesy like that! I’d have Giuseppe Zanotti, Camilla Skovgaard, Christian Louboutin, Jimmy Choo, StylistPick.com and Aldo in there. What would be your top fashion/ style tips that you have learned that you can share with us? That one shoulder tops are very flattering and understated. That Chanel was right: you should always take one thing off before

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What items should every woman have in her wardrobe? A crisp white shirt, a great fitting pair of jeans, a sharp black or navy blazer and a piece of cashmere. Those are staples that you’ll keep and wear for years. What would be your fail-safe outfit for… A first date: A one shoulder purple or green dress. Those are my lucky colours. A job interview: A high-waisted pencil skirt with patent nude pumps and a trench coat or camel cape. Simple, elegant, not too out-there. Your birthday party: the opposite of the above! This year I’ll be on the beach so probably denim cut-off shorts, a linen shirt and a panama hat. With a cocktail in my hand! A club: A full-length jumpsuit and ankle boots. Who in your opinion should we watch out for in the fashion industry in the future? Anita Patrickson – an amazing friend and stylist. Holly Fulton and Hannah Marshall: two fab British designers.

Quick Fire Questions: Fashion splurge: Camilla Skovgaard ankle boots from Intermix One item you would save in a fire: An old black and white photo of my parents Your biggest fashion disaster: A pink puffball skirt and pink fishnet tights in the 80’s! Your go to designers/shops: Jaeger, Topshop, Paige denim A/W11 trends you will be trying/not trying: trying; orange, cloche hats, shearling boots. Not trying; anything black One thing you didn’t know about me…. I love impersonating different accents. Louise will front Plain Jane on MTV in early October.

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‘You don’t need money, or connections: with the internet, the notion of the overnight hit is now completely palpable’

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Ever since the advent of the blogger, the notion of fame and the way celebrity manifests itself has changed. Long gone are the days of individuals rising to stardom solely through the careful orchestration of publicists, casting directors and record executives. It is seemingly possible to cut out the middle man and go straight from a nobody to being recognised everywhere you go. You don’t need money, or connections: with the internet, the notion of the overnight hit is now completely

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palpable. More platforms than ever before exist for aspiring actors, musicians,film-makers and even socialites to display their talents and gain notoriety. One of the most recognised names of the last year, and arguably one of the most influential music acts, Justin Bieber, was spotted on the internet video site YouTube. A blogger, Bip Ling, has just been named as the UK face of the multi-million dollar fashion chain Forever 21. And a stay-at-home mum from Canada, Kelly Oxford, has found herself on chat shows and magazine columns across the globe simply for her witty and controversial tweets on the social networking site, Twitter. The fame game has definitely changed - but will this new notion of stardom overtake the traditional means of becoming famous? The idea of fame changing is by no means a recent phenomenon. In one fell swoop, the maw of reality television devoured the halcyon days of the Hollywood greats, waving demurely through a lens as they boarded an airplane. Celebrity became about

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and cover ups, the internet has assumed whistle-blower responsibility, and more and more once-esteemed individuals are being exposed as philanders and crooks. Publicists and public relations officers simply cannot manage the image of their clients in the way they used to. Twitter is like a global game of Chinese whispers, and the smallest allegation can snowball into a full-blown scandal. However, it seems the cause of the fall of celebrity could also be the cure. Enter the internet celebrity. Bubbling away in viral fandoms for years, individuals best known for their online exposure are now crossing the divide into household names. The American television show host Ellen DeGeneres recently snapped up Greyson Chance, a teenage boy, not unlike Bieber, to be on her record label after a video of him performing Lady Gaga’s “Paparazzi” at a school recital went viral. However, the transition is not always easy, as the online comedians Benedict Townsend and Adam Wadsworth revealed: “You can get grouped as an internet celebrity. People are like ‘Oh, what did he do?’ ” says Benedict. “People will think you’re a lesser kind of celebrity because they think it’s easier to be famous on the internet. They think to get on TV, you have to do auditions or what have you, and they don’t realise you have to make yourself be famous on the internet. It’s much more difficult.” The role of the internet celebrity is multi-faceted: with no team, they must be their own publicist, script-writer, social media manager and financial advisor. As Adam says, “It’s kind of make or break on the internet.” While the boys say they did not start their online series - a YouTube

‘Pipe dreams of stardom are now plausible for the everyday person, thanks to a broadband connection and a little determination’ they’d arrived. As much as the public deplored reality starlets for indulging in every possible means of making money through the media, we silently understood that they had no choice. Their window was short, and they must grab every prize while they still could. While reality is by all means still big business, with shows like The Apprentice, Britain’s Next Top Model and even the ever-controversial X Factor drawing in viewers in their hundreds of thousands, the more rigging and manufacturing was exposed, the shorter the window became for those in its spotlight. Following the string of accusations regarding behind-the-scenes fixing leveled at Simon Cowell after the last series of Britain’s Got Talent (an unverified document “leaked” on the internet, suggesting that the programme executives actively sought out competitors for the show, and chose a winner long before the public vote begins), the future looks even more dubious for those hoping to gain lasting celebrity through the means of reality television. The public thirst for scandal must also be accounted for when examining fame. In an age of super-injunctions

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channel called Cup Of Team, in order to be famous, they admit it is “sort of nice”. The boys are both school-age, and have both been recognised on the street, as well as commanding an online fanbase to be reckoned with. Initial reception from their peers was not wholly positive, as Adam says “At first, they were a bit condescending. Now we’ve got the excuse that we’re making money, they want to be involved.” It is now wholly possible for individuals to make their living online. Style bloggers can secure lucrative advertising deals with fashion houses, and with an ever-increasing number of commercial crossovers for the best-known names on YouTube and even sponsored Tweeting, spending hours online is not just the pursuit of the obtusely geeky. Adam, who is an aspiring actor, is optimistic about the internet’s impact on fame: “I like the idea that the internet is unharnessed. TV is like big business with directors and so on, and the internet is much more creative”. The freedom for young talent to experiment and get an instant reception is priceless, and budding stars can cultivate their talent to a live audience. As Adam succinctly stated, “the internet has changed the way people grasp at fame.” Pipe dreams of stardom are now plausible for the everyday person, thanks to a broadband connection and a little determination. As the price of fame increases, so do the many ways people can get their name known. The fall might be greater, but the roads are increasing, and it is easy than ever to capitalise on one’s God-given talents. The future of fame will hang in the balance, until the world wakes up to an idea of celebrity beyond their television screens Daniela Morosini is a fashion writer and style blogger from London. She would like to make it known that she herself is “obtusely geeky.”

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kay so I admit it, I have a bit of a girl crush on Busy. She is the woman who all us girls either want to be or have as our BFF. She is hilarious as Laurie in Cougar Town and mark my words, the acting awards are going to keep coming…

How would you describe your career up to this moment? There have been ups and downs for sure but, I feel really lucky that since I started working 13 years ago (on the TB show Freaks and Geeks) I have been consistently and gainfully employed as an actor. There were a LOT of young actors starting out when I did and many are no longer around really working... including people that I lost out roles to at the time or I supported in movies and television shows... I really feel like that is no small accomplishment to say I’m still here and working. Right now, I am certainly enjoying the most attention I’ve ever gotten for a role and it really feels nice, but I’m also glad that I’m in a place where I’m more sure of myself as a woman and a person... You currently play one of the funniest characters in TV, on Cougar Town. Is it a great show to work on? The cast and crew must all have a blast on set? Cougar Town has been an incredible working experience since the casting process. Bill Laurence is an incredible show runner and really one of the best, fastest minds working in comedy. While we were shooting the pilot, it became very clear that as a cast we had really great chemistry, off-screen and on. We genuinely enjoy each others company and I love going to work every day. We’re also very lucky that much of the crew has come on board from Bill’s previous show (Scrubs), so there’s a very tight bond with all of them. It’s honestly the most fun on set I’ve had since Freaks and Geeks. How do you get into character? What real people are the

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inspirations behind Laurie Keller? I was actually just talking to a good friend of mine, who is not an actor, about this. It’s always very difficult for me to articulate my process, but basically I believe several things. The most important thing to me is I believe in ALWAYS being prepared. That to me, means knowing your lines, understanding what the scene is about and thinking about it in different ways or perspectives. I feel like even if you are improving or going off script, you can’t really go anywhere if you don’t have the intention down. And you know, they say comedy is all about the timing, which is true but a lot of comedy, especially on our show is about speed. You can’t respond quickly and truthfully if you don’t remember what you’re supposed to say. I have been told that I have a good work ethic and I take pride in that. I think it’s important to be on time because if a grip was late more than once, chances are, he would be replaced. And the same isn’t necessarily true for actors on TV and in movies. But just because you CAN be an asshole or disrespectful doesn’t mean you SHOULD. As for ‘Laurie,’ she is really an amalgamation of MANY different people that I’ve known and also observed. You know, I watch people and I take things from them (I guess, some call that STEALING...). But mostly, I just always try to be true to the character that the writers and I have created. And also, make my husband laugh. And also look ridiculous. So, yeah. All of that. You recently won the Critics Choice Television Award for Best Supporting Comedic Actress (which was truly deserved). How did that

feel when you won and had to go up on stage? Do you ever get nervous at award ceremonies? ARE you KIDDING??? I had zero idea that I was going to be nominated, let alone WIN! I thought for sure that the win for me was just the nomination so when I actually WON, I was totally, genuinely shocked. All the things I thought I would maybe do or say went right out the window and in fact, while I was on stage all I could think in my head is, “ok Busy, no one wants to hear you ramble on - GET OFF STAGE!” So I tried to just be as graceful as I could under the circumstances and get the hell off the stage. I think Awards ceremonies are always stressful because it’s like getting dressed up for a school dance and then having the world critique you. UGH! But you know, I’ve only really been the guest at the Academy Awards and Golden Globes, this was the first time I was nominated. To be honest, I was more nervous about it BEFORE I got there. Once we were inside, it was like, “oh hey, there’s Danny Pudi and Adam Scott and Judy Greer and Jane Lynch” and all these people that I know personally and am friendly with, so it wasn’t a big deal after all. I felt like I was among friends. How do you get the perfect work-life balance with such long hours at work? Some days I don’t. But I carve out time for my kid and my husband when I’m not working and if there’s something that’s really important our show is fairly accommodating to our personal schedules, if they can. The past two summers, I’ve been able to be a full time mom to my little girl (who turns three in August). These

BUSY PHILIPPS Interview by LEANNE MILLIGAN early years are SO important to kids. I basically have gotten to spend almost half the year with my daughter and not working... It’s actually been working out well. What is the one thing you have learned about fame and success along the way? Oh you know, that it doesn’t really matter at the end of the day. When I was younger, or just starting out, I had the common misconception that it would bring me ultimate happiness. But, especially in this business, where things change SO quickly, you can’t tie your personal happiness to how recognizable you are or how many TV shows you’ve been on. At the end of the day, it’s about family and friends and feeling good about the work you’ve been doing, regardless of the attention it may or may not bring you.

maybe, I will have written a book by then. I hope Marc and I are still happily married and that Birdie is a happy 23 year old- maybe just graduated from college. And I think I’d like to finish college myselfI left to do Freaks and Geeks. Perhaps I might have a degree in Women’s Studies or English.

You also have I Don’t Know How She Does It coming out. What can you tell us about the movie? Well, it’s something that I know MANY women can relate to because it’s a story about a woman trying to balance it all; having a great career, being a good wife, a mom who is attentive and there for her kids, a good friend. It is not easy, we all know that. As it is our Future Issue, in 20 years time, what do you hope to have accomplished? I’d like to still be working as an actress. I’d like to win an Emmy at some point. That would be nice... I hope I can find some time in the next twenty years to write, which is something I really enjoy. So

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remember first watching Kaylee when she burst onto our screens in Gossip Girl. She literally commanded and stole every scene she was in. The great news for us is she is back as a season regular. Watch out Upper East Side…

Tell us a bit more about your early acting experiences. Did you find the industry tough? Of course it’s tough! Everyday I have doubts about my performances, what I look like, or if I’ll ever work again. When I worked on How I Met Your Mother I received great advice from Jason Segel. He told me; “This industry is programmed to bring you down and pull you out. Only the ones that stick around and take the abuse succeed.” He couldn’t be more right. You really have to want it to be in the game. I moved to Los Angeles from Tucson, AZ when I was sixteen. I signed with a smaller boutique agency, moved, and then barely heard from them. When I did hear from them it was for roles that couldn’t have been more opposite of who I was, so one morning I woke up, drove myself to the agency and asked for a job. As an intern. I made them see my face everyday. I got them coffee, answered the phone, and stapled other actors head shots. They even set up a small desk for me in the back of the file room. I remember a feeling of success at that desk. Eventually I started booking small things here and there and had to leave the office permanently. My tactic worked. Since then there have been lulls in my career, but I feel incredibly blessed to have come this far. I’ve been through some horrible lows, and fought my way back up. I have no plans on giving up now. How are you finding Gossip Girl? You must have been excited when you found out you are a new season regular. Gossip Girl has been a saving

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grace for me. I love it here. I have worked with a lot of people attached to the show on another CW project that lasted briefly called The Mountain. We’re all family on this network. My best friend actually has video footage of me taking the call from my manager telling me I booked the show. I haven’t seen it yet, but I’m sure I look like a complete fool. Finding out about the series regular position was beyond me. I was elated, but like I said, I have doubts about every performance. I’m my own worst critic. The filming schedule must be really crazy? What is a typical day like on set? Gossip Girl is a fine oiled machine. After you do a few low budgets you can’t really complain. A typical day would be a nice hour or two in the hair and make-up chair while eating a healthy meal. Rehearsal. Change into wardrobe. Shoot for an hour or so depending on the scene length. Goof around with the cast and crew. And repeat. Minus the hair and make-up chair. It’s really quite nice. What can we expect from your character Charlie in the new season? We want Gossip Girl gossip! Oh god, I wish I knew! Everything is so top secret. Even the cast gets entire pages crossed out if you’re not a part of the drama. All I can really tell you that I know about is that I’m back. Mum’s the word on how or why. What would be your dream role and who in the industry would you

most like to work with? My dream is to be in a Paul Thomas Anderson film. There’s something about his movies that I can’t deny. I’ll watch them over and over and always find something new. Jon Bryan is a beautiful composer as well. The way he writes his music to Paul’s films melts me. You are also working on the thriller Darkroom. What can you tell us about the film? Darkroom is my first horror. I’m a big horror geek, so I had to do it. It’s more of a psychological thriller/religious horror than a thrasher film, but has a little taste of blood in it. My character, Michelle, is a complex one. She’s a fighter. She’s scrappy. This film challenged every part of me; physically and emotionally. It’s a story about inner challenges when faced with your worst nightmare. As it is our Future Issue, in 20 years time, what do you hope to have accomplished? In 20 years time I will be 44, so let’s see... I hope to have travelled all over the world. Worked with beautiful souls that last my lifetime. Have a Broadway musical or three under my belt. Have gone skydiving. Had children, two or three will suffice. Be married to my wonderful fiance. Have a compound with all our loved ones. Started my production company. Laugh everyday. The Future will be… MINE! Muaaahahaha

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est known for his role as sexy troubled teenager Jeremy Gilbert in CW show The Vampire Diaries, actor Steven McQueen already has years of film and television appearances firmly under his belt, and he has no plans of stopping at that. At just 23 years-old, he still has his whole life ahead of him and with Season Three of The Vampire Diaries just around the corner he talks about his past, his present and more importantly his future...

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It’s been an emotional rollercoaster for your character Jeremy Gilbert in The Vampire Diaries, how do you get yourself into his mind set? Can you relate to him at all?

Jeremy has seen deaths door and because of this, he has a connection to death. What that fully means has yet to be seen.

It has been a hell of a ride for that character. He has been through a lot more than most people have so some days it can be tough. Luckily Jeremy is a transitional character so I get to try new things every season and every day. I think day to day we all go through transitions and grow possibly without us even

Your Grandfather, the legend Steve McQueen AKA “the king of cool”, is one of the most popular actors of all time, what influence has he had on your acting career? My grandfather inspires me in many ways and might have opened a couple doors for me. For that I shall always be grateful. I’d say the toughest part is trying

STEVEN MCQUEEN being aware. I think I have just tried to make myself hypersensitive to these changes so I can draw upon them. As for relating to him, I feel like as an actor that’s something you have to do. Certain insecurities and strengths the character has I try to relate to myself. In saying all that at the end of the day I just enjoy playing make believe and hope to do so with many more characters. What do you think about this huge vampire culture? Does it interest you at all? The origin of the Dracula legend definitely interests me. I believe it’s based on a man named Vlad the Impaler (Vlad Dracula) - very gruesome stuff.

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to find your own identity when always being compared to someone you did not know. It’s become a fuel to my fire. I want to someday effect the world like he once and still does. If you could spend the day in somebody else’s shoes, who would you choose and why? Ringo Starr If you could see into the future what do you think the world would be like in 100 years? What would you like to see? Not sure, but a hoverboard

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nce, every so often, a future star begins to appear in Hollywood. Lucy Hale is that star right now. Starring in one of the hottest shows on the box right now, Pretty Little Liars, Lucy has set the screen alight with her talent: talent which she is keen to expand and showcase. Welcome Young Hollywood’s latest recruit...

L U C Y Before Pretty Little Liars catapulted you to fame, what where your experiences of acting like? My life pretty much consisted of audition after audition. I was just looking for something that would stick. I did a few series before PLL (Privileged and Bionic Woman), but they only had life for a short while. I have been pretty lucky with my career so far because I know for hundreds of others it can take years and years. I’ve gotten the chance to play different types of characters. There has been diversity, which is good because I get bored easily.

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desperately wish I could steal from her is her ability to fully dive head first into a relationship. She wears her heart on her sleeve. For me, I am a little more reserved in that area. The part of her that I would steer clear of would be the constant secret keeping. I don’t think I could ever keep inside all the things she is dealing with. It would eat away at me. Plus, it is always important to be open and honest.

The show doesn’t shy away from issues such as sexuality. Do you think it’s important to talk about these issues on the show that can still be pretty much taboo subjects in other shows? I think the fact that our show has pushed the limit in areas such as sexuality and untraditional relationships has only helped with the success. People want scandal. They want something different and that is exactly what we brought to the table. Pretty Little Liars, for me, is unlike any other teen show out there. We give the audience what they want to watch and talk about issues that need to be talked about on TV.

We all know the characters you have played in TV and film, but what is the real Lucy Hale like? What would your friends tell us about you? Oh me. Hah! I am a really outgoing, happy person. I love to laugh, love to talk and I am always looking for something to challenge me. At times I am super spontaneous, but luckily I also have that censor in my head that tells me when to not push it too far. I feel like I am kind to everyone, but I definitely know how to stick up for myself and my loved ones. I’m an overanalyzer, slightly obsessive, and a tad bit sensitive. I’ve got southern hospitality, a family that keeps me grounded, and a desire to outdo myself. At times, I am my own worst enemy, but at the same time, my own best friend.

Do you enjoy playing Aria? If you could steal one aspect of her personality what would it be? Any part of her you would steer clear from in real life? I love Aria. She’s a bit moody and super headstrong, which I dig. One characteristic that I

Has fame changed your life, or made you more aware of certain things or people? I get asked this question a lot and the main difference is just a change in schedule. I’m much busier. You know, I have to make sacrifices because my work

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comes first. Having the success of the show has definitely put me in different environments. I get to meet really interesting people and get to wear all these great clothes. Where I am right now is great because I have a great job, but I still have my life. It isn’t too overwhelming. I do what I love, then come home at night and go back into “normal” mode. Do you feel pressure to be a role model to your fans? Sometimes, yeah. I didn’t exactly sign up for that role, but when I started getting attention from these girls it changed my view on it all. I mean, I’m not perfect by any means. I’ve made a lot of mistakes, but I think what makes you a role model is learning from those mistakes and carving out a new path. It is also important to set the message of being yourself and truly accepting who you are for all your quirks and flaws. The ideal image of beauty these days is so warped and it breaks my heart to see actresses, friends, and young girls alter who they are to fit into this mould. What is the best piece of advice that you have been given so far? I’ve been given so much. My mom is the one who has instilled basically everything of who I am today. She is the one that keeps me grounded and lets me know what is real. She still tells me “You know, Luc, you can pack up everything and move back home to Tennessee if you want.” She worries and always wants me happy. She taught me to follow my heart.

Most recently I have learned to say no. Life is exhausting at times and the simple act of saying “no” can truly keep you sane. My Grammy told me at age 8 to never smoke and to this day I haven’t touched a cigarette.

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What’s next for you? What direction would you like your career to go in the next few years? From my view, I see PLL [Pretty Little Liars] going for a few more years (knock on wood!). After, I want to get into film. I want to try new things, push myself, surprise people…I don’t want anything to be off limits. I am all about the shock factor, so if I can completely catch someone off guard in a film and make them believe it, then I have done my job. I also want to get into fashion. That may be a bit aways, but I’ve always had a dream of being involved in that world. Music to me is also important. I started out singing, so to go back to my roots at some point would be awesome.

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eclared the ultimate girl crush and the icon-in-the-making of the year in fashion magazines, Zara Martin has already opened so many doors in her path. After interviewing a great load of celebs, such as JLo, Yoko Ono and Florence Welch, she is now getting all our attention thanks to her multiple creative talents. Her collection in collaboration with BodyAmr, her DJ nights for big designers’ events and her love for arts make her an interesting character we look forward to seeing grow...

ZARA MARTIN Interview by GILDA ORRU - Photographer: ZOE BARLING

Zara the presenter, the actress, the model, the muse, the disc jockey. How do you juggle everything so well? [Laughs] well I think there are a couple of redundant titles in there, but let’s keep them – makes me look like I have supernatural multi-tasking capabilities. And amongst all, which is your real passion? Oh, the pressure! to choose?

Do I have

You have interviewed so many big personalities. Tell me about the interview that you felt was special.

or maybe I just want to live in the 40’s…

Yoko Ono. It was special. And in so many ways…

Disc jockeying was an off-limits profession for females until quite recently. What is your experience of it?

And now that you get to be interviewed, how does it feel for you? Kind of awkward. My aforementioned obscure sense of humour doesn’t translate too well in print!

What other industries would you like to explore and break into?

You are often described as an “icon-in-the-making.” What do you think of the use of icons, especially in the fashion industry? What is your idea of an icon?

Art. Big fan. I’m currently on a mission to turn this random photo blog I started recently with a friend of mine called debsandzazlookingatthings. blogspot.com into a coffee table book. Basically, we just take pictures of people ‘looking at things’ (hence the name). Some people get it, some people don’t. I am aware I have an obscure sense of humour.

Icon is such a powerful word that is banded around quite lightly these days, I think. Fashion plays a big role in my life and I have the utmost respect for the industry, but it can be a bit weird can’t it? Don’t get me wrong I can get excited by nice clothes, but when you hear people screaming “I die! I die!” over a skirt it makes me want to hand out some Valium. I guess I have a more romanticised view of what makes someone ‘iconic’,

Yeah, you’re right, the birth of the “she-jay” is quite the new phenomenon – but I love music, and I’m a control freak – so it is pretty much the best gig for me. Your blog is very inspiring. What’s your advice to young bloggers? That’s very nice of you to say, but it’s more of a diary than anything else at the moment. I should really update it more often… hmmm…but I blog for Fashion Rocks (www.fashionrocks.com/ fashion-rocks-blog) loads so you can always read that [laughs]. My advice would be: don’t be mean about people and what they happen to be wearing. Where do you see yourself in ten years? Thumbing through my ‘Looking at Things’ coffee table book: a very happy lady.

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fter participating to the remake of the notorious 90210 and taking roles in Final Destination 3 and The Butterfly Effect 2, Dustin’s recently hit the big screen in Extract -with Jason Bateman and Mila Kunis- and in Shark Night 3D. The gorgeous Canadian Dustin Milligan talks all about the steps he took from TV to cinema and using his goofiness and the instinct of a wolf to become one of our stars to watch…

Interview by GILDA ORRU - Photographer: MAX TOPPLIN

DUSTIN MILLIGAN Who is Dustin Milligan? Tell us all about you. Born in Yellowknife, Northwest Territories, Canada, raised by wolves, humans, then wolves, respectively, I’m your average Canadian. With the instinct of a wolf. How did your TV experience in 90210 shape your career? No question, 90210 was an incredible learning opportunity for me, especially behind the scenes. I consider myself lucky to have been a part of it when it was in its re-infancy, with all the hype and craziness of season one, and to have been able to use the exposure it gave me to book sweet jobs like Mike Judge’s Extract and the upcoming Shark Night 3D, in which I punch several Sharks in the face. In 3D.

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Which cinema moment made you decide to be an actor? I’d say it was less one singular cinema moment and more a combination of Home Alone, Ace Ventura, and Austin Powers that really inspired me to try to use my never-ending goofiness for modest financial gain. Having so many hilarious Canadians

owning Hollywood when I was growing up made it much easier to imagine that, one day, I too could behave like a child-lunatic and call it a career. Shark Night 3D is your second experience in a horror movie. How do you think it stands out from similar films of its genre? What I love about Shark Night 3D is that it takes the scares and thrills and chills and terrors and “OMG I just peed my pants” moments very seriously without getting into too much gratuitous blood and gore. It builds suspense and plays on the universal fear we all have about the monsters of the deep that swim just below your feet every time you get in the water... What are your favourite film genres? Comedy, Science Fiction, Science Fact, Comedic Science Fiction, Comedic Science Fact, Thriller, Romance, Political Romance, in that order. What do you think about cinema actors becoming role models for the new generations? Did you have a role model when you were starting? And do you see yourself

becoming one? I actually like the idea of becoming a role model and find it really disappointing when actors, especially young ones whom are constantly in the public eye, try to ignore that and get all drunk and panty-flashy in front of the cameras. I often think about who and what I will want my kids to be seeing as positive role models when I’m a Dad, and try to behave today like the role model I hope to be for them in the future. So, all my sex tapes will be tasteful. What does the future hold for Dustin Milligan? I really don’t know! Probably lots of tweeting and shameless self-promotion, which you can check out at Dustinmilligan. com, or follow on twitter: @ DustinWMilligan (The W stands for “whaaaaaaaaaat?!?”) If you were not an actor, you would be… An astronaut! I’m halfway there already as my parents constantly tell me I’m a space cadet. Can’t wait to graduate eh!

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It’s hard to imagine, with a beauty industry bursting at the seams

that there would be ANY ‘gap in the market’ opportunities... Well Jemma Kidd has just filled one which can benefit us all! Here we talk to Jemma about life in the beauty business and her exciting new venture Jemma Kidd masterclass@HOME. Jemma is one Kidd on the beauty block for whom the future looks bright!

J E M M A Why did you give up modelling as a career? I never felt comfortable in front of the camera, unlike my little sister Jodie! My passion lies in creativity, not on the catwalk. I love developing new make-up products and enjoy seeing women smile after I’ve done their make-up. How did you make the transition from Model to Make-up Artist? When I discovered what it was like being on the other end of the make-up brush, I knew I’d found the right career. I trained at Glauca Rossi School of Makeup in London, and was lucky to work as an assistant to make-up supremo Mary Greenwell for five years then, in 1999, I was spotted by Premier Hair and Make-up Agency and taken on their books. Since then I’ve worked with leading fashion designers, photographers and a host of prestigious magazines, including American and British Vogue, Vanity Fair and Elle. While working as a session Makeup Artist you have made over many famous beauties. Who were your favourite faces and why? One of the most memorable moments in my career was doing Queen Noor of Jordan’s make-up.

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She had an incredible aura about her, and I was absolutely enchanted by her elegance and grace. I also love working with my sister Jodie – she is so inspirational and we always have a great laugh! You assisted the talented Mary Greenwell, how much influence do you feel this experience had on your career as a Make-up Artist?

“I never felt comfortable in front of the camera, unlike my little sister Jodie!”

Mary Greenwell was one of my first mentors. She is the master of soft, natural make-up that makes your skin glow. Training with her has shaped who I am as an artist today. What advice would you give to Make-up Artists looking to break into the industry? A genuine passion for make-up is a good start. Someone who takes make-up seriously and is prepared to keep educating themselves on products, trends and techniques will go far. Someone who has a natural creative flair and an eye for detail. Make-up Artists offer a service so they have to be professional, turn up for jobs prepared, be on time, etc. It’s definitely not all glamorous, so if that’s what you’re looking for don’t become a make-up artist as there is a lot of hard work involved!

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a Make-up Artist or just women wanting to look their best. What have you noticed are the biggest benefits and influence that your school has on the average woman? Many women come to the Academy loving make-up but stuck in a rut as they don’t know how to apply it. The school offers them an opportunity to learn new techniques and build confidence through easy, step-by-step lessons with a lot of personal attention and encouragement from one of our expert tutors. I’ve found that knowing how to apply make-up can give women a confidence they never thought they had. Plus it’s a really fun day out! What came first the Make-up product range or the Make-up school?

“I realised millions of women wear make-up, but very few of them have been taught how to apply it.” Are there any downsides? The beauty industry is extremely competitive, demanding and it’s hard to get a foot on the ladder. You have to be very motivated and ready to work long hours to become successful, but once you do, it’s incredibly rewarding. When did you decide to open a Make-up School and what was your motivation and aims behind doing so? It was an idea that came to me after an Indian girl flew over from Delhi to be taught by me for a week so that she could work in Bollywood. When I was a session Make-up Artist I used to get

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inundated with requests from friends to do their make-up and constantly got asked by mothers to show their daughters how to apply make-up. I realised millions of women wear make-up, but very few of them have been taught how to apply it. I could see there was a gap in the market for a really modern make-up school where courses were taught by professional Make-up Artists who regularly work in the industry and who could pass on not only the basics but all the latest looks and techniques. I founded the School in 2003, as a place for people who wanted to learn how to apply make-up, be it professionally as

The school. It was founded in 2003, then two years later I created my three distinctive make-up ranges – Jemma Kidd Make Up School (2005), Jemma Kidd PRO (2008) and JK Jemma Kidd (2008) – which are sold throughout the UK and US, as well as in Australia and Hong Kong. The beauty market is saturated with Make-up ranges – what is it that sets yours apart from all the others? I found it amazing how many women told me they found the choice of make-up available overwhelming and intimidating, so I tried to simplify my range to a highly edited collection of core make-up essentials, featuring wearable colours and multi-purpose, handbag-friendly products. I wanted to take the mystery out of make-up so every product comes with step-by-step instructions; education is very much at the heart of my range. You’re right, the beauty market is saturated and the cosmetics industry is dominated by large global brands and multinational

companies. For a small, home-grown UK firm it can be challenging to upscale at such a rate to meet the global demand for your brand. I’m really proud that we have made an impact in an industry with such famously high barriers to entry.

I have a great team at work and amazing support at home, which enables me to make the most out of my time.

You and your sister, are both high achieving modern young women. Where do you think this intrinsic drive came from?

I love my career and am lucky to have a great team of people around me who help make it possible to combine such a busy work and family life (and keep them both running smoothly!). However for me, family comes first. Ever since my twins were born I slowed down and started working part-time. At Jemma Kidd we promote flexible working hours which is ideal for people with young families.

I come from a very entrepreneurial family and have always been very driven. Before I started my own company, I bred horses, opened a restaurant… That kind of passion and energy is simply inherent in me; I like being busy. Not only do you have an envious career but you are also a mum to twins, Mae & Arthur! How do you manage to juggle home & work?

What advice would you give to other career driven mum’s out there who struggle with that work/ life balance?

What is Jemma Kidd time… what do you enjoy doing for yourself? I don’t get much spare time at the moment; with the twins and two Rhodesian Ridgeback puppies, my life is very full! Riding horses is my passion and I try to train three to four times a week. I love being outside and when I get on a horse I forget about all my worries, it’s the perfect way to unwind and release any tension. I also own show jumpers with my husband – we love going to shows to see them jump.

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How do you feel busy women can instantly make the best of themselves?

As a new mum and business woman, I know how difficult it can be to look fabulous when you’ve only had four hours sleep. My trick is to run a flesh-toned eyeliner pencil along the inner rims of my eyes to brighten them and disguise any redness. I also always look for products that will help me achieve beautiful makeup in less time; multi-purpose and skincare-based products are ideal for time-poor beauty regimes. For example, my Jemma Kidd PRO Skin Rescue BioComplex Veil preps, primes, illuminates and tints all at once, which is a godsend.

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NOIR bea u ty What’s the best piece of beauty advice you have ever been given? Women often use make-up as a mask, but I think the key thing to remember is less is more. Use make-up to accentuate all your best features, not as something to hide behind. What are your personal top 3 beauty tips? 1. Beauty comes from within. Good skincare and make-up can help improve the appearance of your complexion, but healthy habits will make your skin glow naturally. I always try to eat well and drink lots of water and juices. I also supplement my diet with Udo’s Oil for healthy skin, hair and nails. 2. Invest in good skincare to keep your skin looking and feeling its best. Spend a smaller percentage of your budget on colour products like eyeshadows and lipsticks. You can often find less expensive products that are just as effective as those from the premium brands. You are also more likely to want to change your colour products as make-up trends come and go, just like fashion.

developing innovative, highperformance make-up products, new courses are being added to the curriculum at the Academy, and I’m also very excited about my latest business venture – Jemma Kidd masterclass@HOME. This new service aims to bring the

professional, step-by-step tuition available at Jemma Kidd Make Up School to homes nationwide. What are you most looking forward to in 2012? Turning all my ideas and plans into reality!

Jemma Kidd s Top 5 Beauty Essentials Sarah Chapman Dynamic Defence SPF15 makes your skin feel hydrated and healthy. spacenk.com - £43

Chanel Vitalumiere Satin Smoothing Fluid Makeup SPF15, evens out the skin tone and adds a subtle glow to the complexion. boots.com - £33

Jemma Kidd Make Up School Blushwear Creme Cheek Colour adds a natural flush of colour to cheeks.

3. I would always encourage women to experiment and take a few risks with their make-up – you might love the results. The worst that can happen to you is that you wipe it all off and start again.

spacenk.com - £13

What’s your favourite Make-up trend predictions for Autumn/Winter 2011? The Sixties was a huge trend at the Autumn/Winter 2011 shows, such as Bottega Veneta and Jean Paul Gaultier. Lined eyes that flick at the sides to add some va-va-voom really appeal to me. Plus the style icons of the decade, like Twiggy and Julie Christie, are a huge inspiration. What do we have to look forward to from Jemma Kidd in 2011/12? My head is full of ideas and plans! My team and I are constantly

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I have really fair lashes, so Christian Dior DiorShow Extase Instant Oversize Volume Mascara is perfect for adding volume and defining them. dior.com - £22

Guerlain Paris Mitsouko is my all-time favourite scent.

Visit: jemmakidd.com for courses, Jemma Kidd products and information on Jemma Kidd masterclass@HOME

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FEELING CONFIDENT Interview By LEANNE MILLIGAN

The True Blood star shares her tips on how to feel confident in your body and life.

Sexy to me is passion... There is something incredibly sexy about somebody who is in love with something. Somebody who has a dream.

The best way to feel confident when alone at an event is to start conversations

I would describe myself as

The greatest risk I’ve ever taken was getting a spinal

I feel most confident when I determined with a great sense do things to take care of myself like writing or spending time with myself in a place that’s special to me.

of humour.

I believe it’s important to send a positive message to women about being fit I feel least confident when I and healthy because every

compare myself to other girls.

My top rules for feeling ‘red- carpet’ ready are wearing something that makes me feel comfortable and relaxed. And false eyelashes.

woman deserves to love who they are. Health and fitness reflect the way you feel about yourself so it’s not necessarily about being physically “beautiful” but more about showing the world your confident, true self.

Beauty is imperfection. I keep in shape by working out My Dream Guy is someone who a few times a week and trying to I can be my true self with and who makes me laugh!

eat things that are healthy.

to order the steak.

my heart.

The best piece of advice I On a first date don’t be afraid ever received was to follow

with people you don’t know.

fusion when I was 15.

If someone puts you down remember that it’s coming from their own insecurities and nobody has the power to take away your light.

If I could have given the teenage me one piece of advice it would be that the pain you are going through right now is going to make you the person you are supposed to be.

For those who are selfconscious I say don’t worry about what other people think. Whatever it is that makes you feel different is also what makes you special and unique.

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T R IED & TE S TE D THE BEAUTY HIT LIST - YOUr autumn/winter must-haves tested

TOPSHOP Skin Glow Now this product is perfect for winter, a beautiful irredescent cream in a small pot. Just use your finger to smudge a small amount on your cheeks, brow bone, nose and voila, instant glow! Loved this product! Rating: 4/5

SHISEIDO Shimmering Cream Eye Colour (in Purple) Amazingly creamy, I love how this product just glides on and shimmers to perfection. I tried a deep purple colour which I feel suited my skin tone. The only complaint I had was it didn’t last all day and it could be a bit messy for those not used to a cream colour. Rating: 3/5

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LUSH Toothy Tabs in Ultrablast I am completely addicted to this revolutionary way to clean my teeth. One small tablet is all you need and once you nibble it a foam is created identical to toothpaste! Made my breath smell amazing and it’s organic which I loved Rating: 5/5

SMASHBOX O-Glow This unique clear gel turned my cheeks into a natural pink that complemented my skintone. It also contains pomegranate seed and ginkgo biloba for antioxidant protection. Great product. Rating: 4/5 MAC Eye Shadow (in Moleskin) MAC eye shadows are well known for their excellent quality and this one certainly lives up to its expectations. The colour lasted all day and did not crease. The colour also looked natural which I loved. Rating: 4/5

ST.TROPEZ Naturals Vegetan Range This brand new range from St Tropez was created for those of us with sensitive skin. I can suffer from sensitive skin myself and so found this new range perfect for me. Not only was it soothing on the skin it still left me with a beautiful light version of the classic St Tropez tan and there was no nasty fake tan smell which repels others! Ingenious! In this range there is the self tan body lotion and the radiance self tan for face. Rating: 4/5

L’ORÉAL PARIS Lash Architect 4D Mascara Only one sweep of mascara is enough and my lashes are long, full and curved. It doesn’t smudge or clump and I think the long length of the brush is great as it makes it very easy to use. Rating: 5/5

AVEDA Control Force Firm Hold Hairspray Does exactly what it says on the tin! This hairspray worked brilliantly at keeping my hair in place on those breezy summer days. The pure flower and plant essences give this hairspray a wonderful aroma. Rating: 4/5

ESTEE LAUDER Pure Colour Velvet Lipstick (in Nude Velvet) This lipstick is a must have. The colour suits all skin shades and stays on for hours. My new favourite lipstick! LUSH Rating 5/5 Gorilla Perfume (in Vanillary) DARPHIN PARIS This perfume smelled great. Not only does it Hydraskin Intensive contain Jasmine and Skin-Hydrating Serum Vanilla but it comes As soon as I applied this in a small tube that you rub onto serum my skin immediyour skin to smell amazing. Ideal ately looked hydrated, to carry around in bags. youthful and glowing. The Rating 4/5 serum’s ingredients help reinvigorate water reserves within the surface skin cells so is perfect for tired, dull A/W skin. Rating: 5/5 TOP SHOP Bronze And Blush (in Burning Embers) This is the best bronzer I have ever used! I often find that many bronzers look unnatural and contain too much glitter for me. However this bronzer and blush gave me a natural glow on my cheeks which I loved. Really good product. Rating 5/5

REN Moroccan Rose Otto Body Oil This body oil is perfect for dull, dehydrated skin. Not only does it make my skin look almost new, it also helped with dry, cracked heels and smelt d.i.vi.n.e. It even has a wide range of beneficial ingredients such as Omega 6 and 7, jojoba, argan, macadamia and cranberry oils. Rating: 5/5

BENEFIT BAD gal eyeliner (in Espresso) The eyeliner glided on perfectly and was a natural colour that is perfect for a minimal make-up look! Lasted all day long. Best pencil eyeliner I have had! Rating 4/5

MAX FACTOR Max Factor Xperience Weightless Foundation (in Beige Linen) This foundation was amazing. It glided on smoothly and looked like a second skin. It lasted all day and is oil free so wont clog pores! Rating: 4/5

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AVEDA Single Eye Color (in Azurite) I tried this eye shadow in ‘azurite’, a beautiful deep purple with a subtle pink shimmer and loved it! This would be perfect for a night out and would suit all skin tones. The only complaint I had was it didn’t last and needed a touch up. Rating 4/5

NARS Via Veneto Larger Than Life Long Wear Eyeliner (in Black) Really is long-lasting. After a few hours my liner was still intact and in no need of a touch-up. The eyeliner also blends on really easily and it is easy to smudge in for that grunge look. Rating: 5/5

L’ORÉAL PARIS Revitalift Repair 10 I don’t think I have seen a daily moisturiser that offers to fix more than this cream; dryness, wrinkles, fine lines, dull complexion and so on and it really does live up to its must-buy status. Although I don’t think it helped with my wrinkles, it did provide great help with my dryness, dull complexion and used daily I really did notice a change to the condition of my skin. Rating: 5/5

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ESTEE LAUDER Eye shadow Duo (in Platinums) These eye shadows are perfect for either day or night and come in a wide variety. However I recommend using your own brushes to the one which you receive with it as it gives you better results. Rating: 4/5

MAC Seasonally Supreme Lipstick (in Royal Azalea) Loved the colour – it really made my face pop with its Barbie pink tone. It had a glossy finish which was great but I was disappointed the colour faded after I had food. Rating: 3/5

SMASHBOX Halo Powder I wouldn’t use this alone as I prefer a fuller coverage base but was great as a finishing powder to my make-up. Helped keep my make-up in place and my face shine free. Would definitely keep using this product. Rating 4/5

MAX FACTOR Max Factor Xperience Sheer Gloss Balm This lip balm made my lips super soft, gave a bit of colour and smells amazing. It also contains SPF10 to protect your fragile lips from harmful U.V rays. Rating 4/5 YES TO CARROTS Deliciously Rich Body Butter This body butter smells amazing and contains ingredients such as organic carrot juice and dead sea minerals that makes even the driest of skins soft again. Perfect for after summer after all the drying your legs have had to endure from sand and shaving! Rating: 5/5

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ESTEE LAUDER Liquid Eyeliner (in Silver Zinc) If you don’t already have this eyeliner, then get to your nearest Estee Lauder and purchase it stat!!! I found this easy to apply, colour suits all skin tones and stayed put all day. Absolute must have!! Rating: 4/5

BENEFIT They’re Real! Mascara (in Black) I LOVE this mascara – you can literally feel the bristles brushing your eyelashes. I used two coats and had glam, fuller and volumised lashes. Cheryl Cole eat your heart out. Rating: 5/5

BOBBI BROWN Skin Foundation mineral makeup SPF15 (in Alabaster) This amazing powder not only covers imperfections but also absorbs excess oil on the skin while Sodium Hyaluronate keeps the skin’s moisture balanced. Amazing product all round especially for oily skin like mine as the powder prevented shine. Rating: 5/5

TIGI CATWALK SESSION SERIES Transforming Dry Shampoo What I loved about this product was that it really gave me great volume and was great on day old hair and providing grip and texture for hairstyles. I did feel that I had to really rub it in and brush it in as it left tell-tale white specks but loved the smell so gets my stamp of approval. Rating: 4/5

AVEDA Smoothing Lip Color (in Vanadinite) Vibrant, smooth, long lasting, in other words ladies a must have! I tried this lipstick in ‘vanadite’ and fell in love with it instantly. I love how it glides on, the metallic sheen and how the mint in the lipstick soothes my lips. Rating: 5/5

AROMATHERAPY ASSOCIATES Support Supersensitive Massage & Body Oil I loved the massage & body oil. I use it on my shoulders, arms and legs at night, you can really feel the quality of the base oil and the scent of the English Camomile is just divine. It smells so good that I also use it during the day esCONNOCK pecially if I think I am in for a stressful Kukui Oil Comforting day, topping it up during the day which Body Wash I find easy to do as it absorbs so easy This wash is a bit different into the skin and I do not worry about it from your average shower marking my clothes as it is non-greasy. wash. The smell is a bit strong but does leave your Rating: 5/5 skin silky soft. Rating 3/5

BENEFIT Cha Cha Tint I loved the texture of this cheek tint as it was perfect for my oily skin and prevented the cakey look often received from powder blush . The mango coloured stain looks natural and gave my skin a sun kissed glow. Also it can double up as a lip tint! Only disappointment was that it was a bit difficult to blend. Rating 3/5

MAC Opulash Mascara Volume (in Black) This mascara was good for making my eyelashes look darker and it lengthened them. However the large wand was difficult to use and it did not give the volume that I had hoped for. Rating 2/5

CLINIQUE Limited Edition Great Lips, Great Cause Key Ring Not only is this product a great buy but it is for a great cause with money going to Breast Cancer Awareness. The key ring comes with exclusive pink ribbon and Clinique charms and three mini lipglosses which are great for touchups on the go. Rating: 5/5

L’ORÉAL PARIS Full Restore 60 Second Saviour Intensive Conditioner My hair has been put through a lot this summer from salt water and sand to heat-styling for summer parties. This conditioner made my hair silky smooth after a minute. After several uses my hair appeared overall more healthy. Rating 4/5 JEMMA KIDD Show Stopper Water– Resistant Bronzer Beautiful glowing golden colour for all year round that won’t smudge. However I did find this a bit dark for my pale complexion better suited to those with a naturally darker skin tone. Rating: 2/5

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SWINGIN’ FLICKS Another past era that has inspired A/W11 trends is the swingin’ 60’s as seen on the Bottega Veneta and Jean Paul Gaultier catwalks. Black eyeliner is a make-up staple that never goes out of fashion. To stay ‘en Vogue’ this coming season make sure your eyeliner is flicked out at the outer corners to add sex appeal. For the Twiggy effect go one step further and with a steady hand use your eyeliner to paint solid individual lashes along the lower lash line. TRY: MAC Fluidline in Blacktrack £15, maccosmetics.com or if you prefer a pencil try NARS Larger Than Life Long-Wear Eyeliner £17, narscosmetics.co.uk Photography & Retouching: DANNY GASKA - www.dannygaska.com Make Up & Hair: HEATHER B - www.makeupbyheatherb.com Model: MARIA Y @ Cosmic Models - www.cosmicmodels.co.uk

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tiletto style nails - the trend that has divided the fashion pack! Too over the top or is it fashion forward? Well whichever way you look at it, it’s a growing trend that doesn’t seem to be going anywhere just yet. Futuristic, edgy and not for the faint hearted, this new style of nails has been spotted being worn by no less than Lady Gaga, Rihanna, Beyonce, Fergie and most surprisingly Blake Lively who have all helped put this avant garde nail style in the spot light. For those of you who are un-familiar with this trend, Stiletto nails are long and pointed: a bit like a claw. Not the most practical nails which is probably why so far it’s been a trend among the A-List Celebs! Try texting with these bad boys on! For us fashion forward mere mortals this stiletto style of nail can be worn much shorter than our exaggerated nails here. The style and length as seen worn by Blake Lively is a much subtler but still an edgy and on trend look. If you fancy something funkier in the way of design, Minx Nails should be right up your street. Minx Nails are solid nail coating designs that are adhered to the nails using heat, a bit like shrink-wrap. Celeb fans include Katy Perry who has worn bespoke designs including a set with images of her hubby Russell Brand. Minx Nails were seen all over Paris Fashion Week at shows including Vivienne Westwood and Thierry Mugler where Lady Gaga headlined wearing pointed stiletto nails finished in matte black Minx with a trashed edge. In our shoot, metallic silver Minx Nails were cut to the shape of a large cuticle and applied at the base of the nail only to give a twist. A really fun and easy way to make a nail statement!

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uture beauty means something different to all of us depending on where we are in our lives. To a teenager future beauty is wearing futuristic colours such as silver and gold, funky eye make-up and bold lips a la Lady Gaga, many using make-up as a way to look older! 20-something are thinking fashion forward beauty, still taking the odd beauty risk. 30-something’s want simple beauty that’s wearable and adds a youthful glow. Women in their 40s are looking for beauty that adds youth and definition and generally aiming at looking younger! So when once a girl looked to the future, the woman she becomes starts to look towards the past. One things for sure, whatever our age we all want the same thing… perfect skin, defined eyes that pop and long thick lashes. Thankfully we can all rest assured that our wonderful cosmetics industry will forever keep us fuelled with new product innovations to help us achieve our goal, whatever that may be... HURRAH! Here are my picks of new and up and coming Make-up essentials that you won’t want to miss! MAC Matchmaster SPF15 Foundation, £24.50 – We all want the perfect one stop solution foundation but often have to sacrifice one benefit for another. Mac’s new Matchmaster foundation is unique in that it offers medium buildable coverage that reveals rather than conceals skin’s natural skin undertones with a

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seemingly undetectable demi matte finish. What sets this foundation apart from others on the market is that it’s the first foundation to combine shade-adapting technology with medium buildable coverage, whereas others provide very little coverage and foundations that do provide heavier coverage do not let the skins natural shade shine through resulting in an un-natural mask like finish. If that’s not enough Matchmaster also provides a broad spectrum UVA/UVB protection with SPF15 and is long wearing for up to 8 hours. It’s formulation with Laminaria Saccharina Extract helps calm the skins sebaceous glands resulting in less oil production but the beauty is, it will only do this on skins that are overactive, so therefore it will not dry out normal or dry skin making it suitable for all skin types. Plus with its soft focus powders and spherical polymers help minimize the appearance of pores, lines and wrinkles - what’s not to love! Not to mention the range features 14 shades encompassing the lightest and darkest shades of all Mac’s foundations. (Available from Sept 11. For stockists call 0870 034 2676 or visit www.maccosmetics.co.uk).

Benefit They’re Real! Mascara, £18.50 – Benefit already have a best selling mascara with BAD gal lash, so why you may ask have they launched another? The answer… because this one is amazing that’s why! There is no compromise with this mascara. It lengthens; curls, volumises, lifts and

separates while being longwearing and smudge proof. Having experienced the they’re real glossy jet black lashes for myself I am sold on this mascara… and if you don’t believe me, check out the 5 out of 5 tried and tested review on page 126. (Out now www.benefitcosmetics.co.uk). NARS Larger Than Life Long-Wear Eyeliner, £17 – Eyeliner is a must for every make-up bag! It accentuates the eye’s shape, doubling its size and impact. Any look can be achieved with eyeliner, natural, polished and sophisticated to sexy with one simple pencil and with 9 shades there is one to suit everybody. This eyeliner pencil comes in rich creamy colours, has a smudge proof finish and incomparable 12 hour wear. The soft touch mechanical pencil also features a built in sharpener for extra precision every time. (Out now at narscosmetics. co.uk). JEMMA KIDD PRO Brow Perfector Shape & Lift Duo £18 Perfect eyebrows do not only frame the eyes but also lift the face for a more youthful appearance. Here is your ultimate on-the-go brow duo to shape, define and lift the brows. Use the brow crayon to define the brow and the combination of oils and waxes will hold the hair in place and ensure a waterproof and smudge resistant result. Then use the long lasting brow enhancer on the other end to highlight and define the brow bone… instant face-lift! (Out at the end of Oct ober from jemmakidd.com)

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air styles come and go but many of us are stuck in a hair style rut so here’s Hair Stylist Nicole Geary with her guide to what styles we should be trying in the near future… The Future of hairstyling is not quite as ‘futuristic’ as one would assume. Everything about fashion and hair styling is really just a side step from a style of past times. For instance take a look at Ruffian’s show at New York Fashion Week, he took 60’s inspirations in creating his designs, as well as the bouffant hairstyles that the models wore down his runway, and that is just one example of the past merging with the future. I’m predicting five hot new looks for the future. Vintage Waves and Curls. It is no surprise that more and more of us are drawn to vintage clothing and hairstyles, vintage is fun, flirty, and feminine, and what girl wouldn’t love to feel all of those things when she steps out to face the day. Your curls can be as polished or as unpolished as you like, just think texture. Try Bumble & Bumble Thickening Spray £17 Amazon.co.uk, to add that extra oomph to your hair. The Bob is back! Think sleek and classic, with heavy full fringe. A heat protector is a must with this look, all that flat ironing can do real

damage to your hair. Try Lee Strafford Poker Straight Flat Iron Protection Shine Spray £2.50 at Boots Side Braid. Get ready for a bit of nostalgia with this one… That’s right, reminiscent of those childhood braids your mum used to do, but now think slept in and messy, messy, messy. Try Bumble and Bumble’s Texture Creme £32 Amazon.co.uk to add volume and to avoid looking too prissy and polished. Ponytails. Be that side ponytails or the more traditional pony, they are definitely a must for future trend. You could wear your pony mid to high in the back, or low on the side, it’s your choice so have fun with it and see which way is your favourite. Try a small dab of The Body Shop Coconut Oil Hair Shine £4.85 thebodyshop.co.uk, to smooth down any fly away and leave your hair looking healthy and shiny. Finally... Go organic with unstructured messy buns. Messy bun, side bun, curly bun, there are countless ways to achieve this look, just remember to strive for imperfection with this one, because the messier the better. Try Bumble & bumble Surf Spray £14.95 Amazon.co.uk to add a gritty, beachy feel to your hair, this product will make that “imperfected” look take shape in no time

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“I am not self-conscious about my body, but I am protective of the context in which it’s shown” Interview By LEANNE MILLIGAN Photographer: MARIA GRAZIA FACCIOLA

leksa Palladino is one of Hollywood’s newest breakout stars. After landing the role of Angela Darmody on the biggest show around right now – Boardwalk Empire – Aleksa’s profile is capital H.O.T right now and she is only going to get bigger so Aleksa took some time out to chat to us about her beauty routine and give us some tips.

What is your usual beauty routine? It’s simple, really. I wash my face twice a day. Even after really long shoot days, no matter how tired I am, I make sure my skin is clean when I go to sleep. I really like Murad’s Essential-C Cleanser and also use Guy de On’s exfoliant and Hydrating Day Cream.

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Have you picked up any make-up or beauty tips/ inspiration from the show? Yes, to not over-pluck my brows. With a fuller brow, I feel my eyes become the focus of my face, which is important to me since I use my eyes to express my character’s inner life.

Are you an all-day make-up wearer or do you just vamp it up in the evenings? I do wear it all day, but tend not to touch it up unless I am going out in the evening. I like to keep things natural.

Have you ever had any beauty disasters? Sure, when I was 13 and bleached my hair blond and wore velvet dresses and garter belts... which was actually kind of cool.

What beauty advice can you share with our readers? Be who you are and share it easily.

What’s on your beauty table? Armani Luminous Silk Foundation is my favourite. I won’t use anything else. I also use Armani blush, eyebrow pencil and mascara. For my lips, I use MAC Lip Pencil in Subculture.

Where do you go to escape and get some relaxation? Since I am usually really busy, the escaping I do is mostly in the park... during the week when no one’s there.

Have you ever tried any diets? I’ve been vegetarian off and on for years.

Do you have a favourite scent? What does it remind you of? Bay leaves boiled in hot water... What my grandma used to make for me to help me fall asleep.

Finish the sentence: beauty is…. authenticity. If you could invent one perfect beauty product what would it be and why? Something that could abolish self-doubt.

What’s next for you? What can you tell us about your upcoming projects? I am almost done with season two of Boardwalk Empire. Besides acting, I also have a band, called EXITMUSIC, with my husband, Devon. We’ve been writing, recording, and performing together for years. Music is important to me because I get to express who I am and my point of view through my own writing. We recently signed to the indie label, Secretly Canadian, and our first EP, “From Silence”, is coming out in October.

Season two of Boardwalk Empire is back soon. EXITMUSIC’s first EP “From Silence” is released in October.

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HOW TO EASE THE pain of growing up By ALIX CAREY

nce upon a time we were all innocent, young cherubs, playing hopscotch in the playground and running through fields wearing pretty summer dresses. Back then our days were filled with such uncomplicated happiness that a simple cartwheel and making daisy chains would occupy us for hours. Everywhere

dreamed about future jobs, we were jealous of our older siblings, and we’d watch in awe as our mothers put on their make-up, then strut our stuff around the house when we were allowed to wear her lipstick. Back then everything was exciting, but today we hold on to those exciting moments, or arrange for those exciting moments to happen.

‘ When we hit 25 or 50 we REALISE that there is SO MUCH we haven’t yet done with our LIVES ’ we went turned into a playground and searching through the woods would transform us into detectives on the hunt to solve a mystery. Never then did we imagine our lives 15 years in the future, but my goodness didn’t that come quickly? During our adolescence the days, weeks, months and years would last a lifetime. Never then were we bombarded with problems other than which sweets to choose. Never then did we have budgets or feel the need to form some kind of life plan – of course we dreamed of what we would be when we grew up, but back then that idea existed in a land where a Veterinarian just played with the puppies and kittens. Growing up back then was something we looked forward to, we couldn’t wait till we could start buying clothes from Topshop instead of Tammy girl, we

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There becomes a certain stage in our lives when we panic, everyone has been there, they can’t deny it. It’s that time when we hit 25, 40 or 50 and realise that there is so much we haven’t yet done with our lives, and as the years rush past more and more obstacles are set to prevent us from doing them. This stage of panic is mostly described as a mid-life crisis, and while you might see many women recapturing their youth in a teenage night club because they didn’t do enough grinding when they were younger, or witness older men rushing to spend their savings on a motorbike because they think it’ll make them appear more ‘youthful’, it’s not advised as the best way to deal with growing older. Instead lots of us turn to a Bucket List – a list bursting with wishes and dreams that if achieved you believe would improve your life significantly.

With such an array of amazing places to see around the world, it is no wonder travelling is commonly the most popular bucket list task. While most people quit their jobs to spend a year or two touring the world, you don’t necessarily need to do so. If you can research and pick out particular places you want to visit, you can focus on visiting two locations a year and experience life-changing holidays instead. GET ARRESTED For those who have spent much of their life abiding by the law, the idea of doing something completely out of character or illegal feels completely liberating. Of course there is a limit. Robbery, assault or drug dealing is not advised under any circumstances, but acting drunk and disorderly or protesting is how the majority would go about achieving this goal. RUN A MARATHON In the same category as getting fit or losing weight, exercise is another popular goal, and what better way to get fit and lose weight than to run a marathon. Not only will you feel fitter and better looking but you’ll also have tackled a challenge which can be one of the most satisfying achievements ever.

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GO TO SPACE It’s possibly one of the most unrealistic of goals, but what’s the point in creating this list if you don’t challenge yourself? True, you’d need to train as an astronaut, which could take years, years where you could be completing other tasks. Hmmm maybe it’s worth leaving this till last and saving for a holiday on the moon.

WRITE A BLOG/NOVEL If you’re creative, writing a novel is an easy task to achieve. All you need is a topic, and if you find that difficult what better person to base it on, than yourself. After all, you know everything there is to know about yourself. However, if you’re not that imaginative, then create a blog. You can choose literally any topic you like be it fashion, music, film, right down to reviews of types of shavers. Better still, if you gain enough views advertising may approach you for advertisements and that equals money! GO SKY-DIVING Do you want to overcome a fear? Or do you just want to experience an intense adrenaline rush? Either way sky-diving is a popular goal among many because it’s something out of the ordinary and it’s most definitely an experience you will never ever forget.

GET A TATTOO Getting a tattoo if it means something special to you is a very personal thing and with all these new life experiences you’re sure to find something special. BE ON TELEVISION No this doesn’t require you to go to acting school and becoming world famous, although if you have the skill by all means do just that, there’s certainly more money involved. One of the easiest ways of getting yourself on television is by applying to be a contestant on a game show or becoming an extra for a TV show. Either way you’ll have fun, and better still you could even meet a few famous faces

LEARN SOMETHING NEW - CHALLENGE YOURSELF Whether it’s learning to play a musical instrument, teaching yourself a new skill or learning to speak a different language, anything that involves setting yourself a challenge which you then proceed to achieve can leave you feeling very fulfilled. WORK/RAISE MONEY FOR CHARITY With our busy schedules and hectic lifestyle it’s very easy for people to forget about those in need. However, if we just took the time to think about it a little more we’d actually have mountains of time free of which we could dedicate to a charity. While the most exciting and life-changing placements involve travelling abroad to help build a school or look after young children, it’s quite possible to get the same experience locally.

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tar of some of stage and screen’s most action-packed pieces, Joel Edgerton is certainly no stranger to a little fight. However, his role in Warrior, alongside the equally tough-talking Tom Hardy, could prove to be his biggest challenge yet. A sprawling tale of love, loss and family ties, all set against the backdrop of the world of competitive wrestling, Warrior explores some of humanity’s darkest emotions. After playing some of Western dramas’ most vicious characters - including the predatory Stanley in a stage adaption of A Streetcar Named Desire - Edgerton could understandably be emotionally run down by the sheer aggression of his world. However, a surprisingly peace-loving Edgerton spoke to Daniela Morosini at The Soho Hotel about post-dramatic stress, paternal duty and the fight or flight response.

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Warrior is obviously a really physically demanding role. What kind of training did you have to do for that? We lifted a lot of weights, we ate a lot of chicken, and we did a lot of fight training. But we… you know, we got to Pittsburgh like two months before the shooting started, and just kinda went into a fight camp. All of the stunt guys had fight backgrounds, and you know, punched them...I did a lot of ju jitsu for my character, a lot of wrestling type stuff and just ate a truckload of food and wrestled and punched a lot of men.

Wow, that’s quite a testosterone-filled training programme. Yeah, it was! Absolutely. A lot of blokiness.

just making us look right for the camera. In the extreme, extreme wide shots, you’ll see the stunt guys filling in for us. But, essentially, when you see me and Tommy in the cage, it’s us.

I suppose a lot of people watching the film don’t realise just how choreographed it is. When we trained, we trained for about a month before we even started doing any choreography. All of those fights are choreographed, and trying to retain all that information in your head is pretty daunting. Sometimes I’d just do a few movements in one go, but in one of the fights towards the end, I did sort of minute and a half takes of fighting. That particular actor does a lot of choreographed wrestling, so he was a good dance partner.

So you did have to use stunt doubles for some of it?

You’ve done a few actiontype roles before, but was Yeah, I’ve got a few old sports injuries... my stunt guy Sam, this altogether different took a few massive wrecks. My for you? character gets beaten up quite a lot, and thrown on his head and thrown on my back a few times. Sam did that for me. He’s built to love that stuff. We’d be like, “we need to throw you on your back” and he’d be grinning ear to ear. And then, they’d be around any time me and Tommy [Tom Hardy] were fighting just to go in between rounds or shots to tell us to adjust our movements a little,

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intense scenes, there’s always a bit of a residue with that stuff I find. Whatever you’re doing, it somehow manages to permeate the rest of your life and filter its way in. We’re all adept at keeping ourselves somewhat separate from our work. But there’s an element of what you’re doing throughout the day finding its way into your personal life.

You must’ve gone home quite emotionally worn out, I imagine. There’s that emotional undercurrent that runs through it. Yeah, the whole family story and connection between the two brothers, and the rejection of father really grabbed me.

from that one. So the whole time I was injured, Tommy had to do the rest of his fights, we would shoot the backstage stuff, entering and leaving the cage. I just wasn’t allowed to throw any punches for that time.

You said you already had some sport injuries, that must’ve made it worse.

But with such a complicated family set up going on in the story, do you think people will Yeah, I’ve got a neck injury and be able to relate to it? a back injury which made it I think for the very reasons you said, people will relate to it more. You could make a movie about aliens and asteroids hitting the earth and fighter jets and all that stuff, but if there isn’t a real human story in that pilot in that cockpit of that fighter jet trying to stop that asteroid...it won’t do well as a movie. You need to relate to the human story. At the core of this, there’s a complicated and emotionally driven family triangle, and that’s the reason people will come to the cinema. The fighting will just be the garnish.

Even in families where people generally get on well, there always tensions and disagreements. I think, like me, who has a good family, you can relate because you can imagine what it would be like to lose those relationships. You know what it’s like to have them close, then to imagine what it’d be like to have them taken away from you...

delicate. I’m at an age where fighters have usually retired, so it’s not easy to get up to that shape and that stamina. A few of us went to hospital for x-rays, I kicked a fighter in the arm...but you sign up for that.

Aside from the physical training, what preparation did you undertake for the role?

for five or six weeks recuperating

Especially with the girls playing your daughters. I always find that difficult, because I feel like their father. Kids as young actors, there’s not much of a switch for them from now I’m being me to now I’m acting, they’re just being themselves. They’re so honest and adorable. I was feeling a paternal duty towards the kids on set, you’re their pretend daddy. It’s really interesting watching them trying to grasp that concept.

On the flipside, was there an element of catharsis with all the fighting you got to do Just to be exposed to that world on set? of fighting, in a really three dimensional way, the physical and psychological aspects of it. I had to do a little bit of research into the world of physics (Joel’s character is a physics teacher), but I spent so much time indulging in the world of fighting that I spent a lot less time learning about physics. I felt much more comfortable in the cage, getting ready for a fight than I did standing in a classroom getting ready to teach Newton’s law to a bunch of kids.

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I found it hard to just constantly reject [the father character] as a human being, just being in that space, of constantly rejecting him, because we’re going to do so many takes of this scene, and working with that actor: Nick [Nolte] he’s so present and real.

When you’re doing the really

Yeah. Fighting is part of our DNA, and we don’t really get in touch with that anymore, because we’re sophisticated human beings living in a sophisticated society, unless we do manage to get into a fight or flight situation, we don’t really live in our bodies. So being an actor, you sometimes get to do those tasks that’s already ingrained in your DNA.

That’s been socialised out of you. Yeah, exactly. I’m a real people pleaser, always handle things with pleasantries, I’ll always wear an uncomfortable situation on my own chin not to rock the boat, which I think is one thing

It’s a non-verbal communication... It’s also the difference between an extra twenty million dollars at the box office!

I think that’s one of those privileges actresses and actors have, that chance to rehearse all those emotions that you don’t get to express in everyday life. You’ve hit on exactly the reason that I suspect, me being an actor, that I don’t express myself physically, I’m not an angry person. As an actor you do get to experience a world you’d never know, occupations you’d never have, skills you’d otherwise be kind of lost to and emotions you’d normally choose to avoid. It’s a kind of pretend therapy.

There is such a thing as drama therapy, isn’t there? Yeah! It’s like when I was playing in A Streetcar Named Desire (Joel has done extensive theatre work in his native Australia) and my character was raping Cate Blanchett’s character every night on stage, and then there is no resolution for my character. He never admits his guilt, everything gets swallowed up by Blanche getting sent away. But I was wrecked by the end of that production, and then I read an article by this guy who’d done an article about his PhD on post-dramatic stress. He was saying certain roles in the canon of Western drama can actually accumulate into this kind of emotional junk as a human being. In order to pretend, you need to have empathy and take on some of that kind of baggage. So actors who play people who do terrible things, it’s any wonder that they get partially kind of dilapidated by that. There’s no outlet for that.

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that Gavin [the director] saw in me as opposed to Tommy, who’s destroy more than talk. It’s great to get in the cage and express yourself with your body. Them in the ring is a far more interesting resolution than them sitting discussing things on a park bench.

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emember the story about the boy who cried wolf? Let me tell you, there’s a fashion equivalent of that. The events team who will constantly insist to you that a certain celebrity is definitely, 100% confirmed, wouldn’t-miss-it-for-theworld to attend their party that night. On your arrival, said star is just running late. Very late. Have a drink! He’s on his way. Listen to the band! Have a goodie bag! He’s still not here. Have another drink! Oh, maybe next week then. With so many events going on every single week, it’s important for brands to ensure their night stands out from the crowd. With goodie bags getting more and more extravagant (I’ve received everything from jewellery to perfume and straighteners just for showing my face in the past), one way for PRs to get people through the door is by promising celebrity guests. It may seem a little silly to try and massively hype up an event - one would never try to up attendance to their birthday night out by promising a few random socialites and a complimentary EDT - but the more people there, the more chance that the event will get coverage, and so the more people will WANT to attend. In good company, you can have a brilliant time, playing games like does-thatguy-wax-his-eyebrows-or-was-heborn-with-an-Elizabeth-Taylor-arch and count the number of people holding canapes and not eating them. Live music is always a plus, as is the occasional celebrity, but if you go

alone, or with people you don’t know very well, just imagine being the first person to arrive at a house party. When you only know the host… Who’s upstairs getting changed… And their family are a bit stand-offish. And not only stand-offish, but also richer and better dressed than you. And everything is an inside joke. Get the picture? It’s a recipe for awkwardness if there ever were one. It’s not unheard of for celebrities to turn up to be photographed and then duck out, like Kelly Osbourne and Pixie Geldof reportedly did at the Dolce & Gabbana and Net-A-Porter event last week at Westfield. And who can blame them? These kinds of “parties” can be punishing. While an open bar is on offer, those who like to seek a little Dutch courage in these kinds of situations will be disappointed: anyone acting a little less than sober is pretty much a leper. Few people, again, are genuinely there with friends, and the mingling is less carefree and more like a furtive exchange of business cards. The joy of not being a socialite is that I am usually accompanied by a like-minded work friend who’s happy to try and spot all the Botox in the room with me, rather than play ping-pong with their Twitter handles. The most important thing is not to take yourself too seriously here. You’re the one in silly heels, choosing to be squished in a crowd of expensive perfume and It bags, all for a glimpse of an A-Lister who may or may not show, after all 145

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