Ulster Life Magazine October 2015

ULSTER LIFE MAGAZINE | OCTOBER 2015

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THE HOTTEST A/W15 TRENDS

15-18TH OCTOBER 2015

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PUBLISHER’S NOTE

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Front Cover by Belfast FASHIONWEEK Oct 15-18th October www.belfastfashionweek.com

t’s that time of the year again when the leaves are starting to fall and the air has a colder crispness to it.

Sounds like chilly stay indoors weather but October is shaping up to be an exciting month with a hive of social events across NI to keep you warm!

This season will see us pack our summer suitcases away and alas look forward to a new season of fashion to bestow upon ourselves, 70s retro, fur, boho chic and Aztec will all make an appearance in the high street.

The fashionistas amongst us will be excited to see the latest new trends which the stores will now be awash with, and nothing marks this new season better than local fashion events such as Belfast FASHIONWEEK and Derry Fest.

In this issue, we will showcase the very latest trends and designer inspirations from these events that will be hitting our boutiques and the High street. And as usual our fashion editor Eve Brannon will showcase the latest trends we should

all be wearing over the coming weeks.

Our fine little island also has an abundance of truly inspirational talent from the world of beauty and hairdressing, so this month UL takes a look at some of the recent winners from the Northern Ireland Hair & Beauty awards.

We’ve had some amazing feedback regards our return to print last month and we also continue to make UL available digitally via subscription through our website. It’s a packed issue with exciting events, fashion, beauty, interior inspiration, fitness and much more and via our online issue you can interact a little more and connect instantly and even purchase product direct from our digital pages!

Pick up a free copy now or go online at www.myulsterlife.com and subscribe!

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CONTENTS

10 Socials & Parties 24 Fashion Trends 32 Derry Festival 40 NIH&B Awards 56 Interiors And much much more...

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Caroline McKelvy, Aileen & Jonathan Sinclair

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Girl Power THE “LADIES” - BACK IN BELFAST THIS NOVEMBER!

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s sure as the Sun rises in the East, the LADY BOYS OF BANGKOK are heading back to Custom House Square in Belfast with a brand new cabaret infused show this November! The hottest funniest production this side of Bangkok is back with ‘Beauties and the Beats’, taking the Ireland to the highest levels of frantic fun, lively laughter and unabated euphoria as only the Lady Boys know how!

The ladies are bringing the beat back to Belfast like no else can from Friday 6th November to Saturday 21st November, in the Sabai Pavilion,

Custom House Square, BT1 3FG – adding some tantalizing Thai spice to your 2015!

This year’s furious feverpitch of a show includes 16 of Thailand’s most alluring and arresting Lady Boys who are here in the UK for a record breaking 17th season! Never has a name been more apt for a show – this blazing hot production seamlessly blends comedy and chart topping hits with the beautiful choreography of the Lady Boys to bring you a staging like no other!

As always the pavilion has two fully licenced and well stocked bars to help you cool

down with an ice cold beverage should it get to hot to handle – and our resident chef is always on hand to delight your taste buds with some authentic Thai cuisine. Through these sensory delights the cabaret atmosphere permeates the pavilion, meaning you’ll be in the Lady Boys spirit before you even take your seat!

This will be the 7th year Lady Boys of Bangkok have brought their unique brand of cabaret to the city of Belfast, and it’s clear the audiences here still have a thirst for live, immersive performances. Creative Director Phillip Gandey said he is thrilled to be returning to Belfast “we love bringing a little blast of summer to Belfast every year around November and we couldn’t pick a better city to be the last stop in this year’s tour. The people of Belfast truly immerse themselves in the cabaret spirit of the show and it makes the city an annual highlight” With ticket and meal packages to suit any needs from Hen Parties to Birthday Celebrations - why not prebook now to avoid missing the unparalleled, uniquely uplifting glitz and glamour of the fabulous Lady Boys of Bangkok! The party like no other party, the girls like no other girls, the night you’ll never forget!

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FASHION

Easily Suede

A leading stylist in Northern Ireland, Eve Brannon has a wealth of experience in the industry. Each month she offers a fashion focus into the most coveted designers, trends and styles of the season.

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lowing effortlessly from a SS’15 hit into a new season key autumn/winter trend, suede is the frontrunner of fabrics right now.

This season’s designers found endless ways to incorporate a heavy dose of suede into the collections, under the guise of various trends, so prepare to join the silky suede brigade!

From summer into winter, we saw seventies styles evolve seamlessly into modern bohemia. Suede patchwork, tassels, fringing and platforms in ever-eclectic autumnal tones ensured the 70s are here to stay. Embodying the laid-back vibe, both high end and high street brands are dishing it up in suede spades. Check out Topshop’s a-line offering in this versatile, wardrobe-staple skirt.

Whilst classic camel or tan remains the key combo, the new way to do suede involves adding pops of colour. From this season’s deep mustard to on-trend rich red or jewel-tone

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FASHION jade green - pair simply with easy denim or calm neutrals for an effortless attitude.

If a one-off purchase is what you’re after, go all in with a suede coat. Longer trench styles are leading the way, but sleeveless waistcoat-styles and tailored double-breasted jackets offer another appeal.

For extra style points, opt for a full-length fringed piece, with Burberry Prorsum's take on the suede cover-up offering the perfect example. We love!

The suede parade successfully filtered right through from the SS’15 collections, where we saw transitional styles in soft lilac plaid patchwork at Derek Lam, boxy bombers at Saint Laurent and tie-belted coats at Gucci.

While at Ralph Lauren’s Ready To Wear AW’15 show, suede details and accessories saved the day, with taupe chunky ankle boots complimenting luxe leather suede trousers, in the ultimate of chic cosy casual wear.

Right now suede is officially a fash-pack favourite, and with the trend showing no signs of abating, best make it a cornerstone of your winter wardrobe. Easily suede? Us too.

Burberry Prorsum AW’15

Derek Lam

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Gucci

For more information: Eve Brannon, Fashion Stylist and Journalist T: 0 (44)78 1759 7067 E: info@evebrannonfashion styling.com W: evebrannonfashionstyling.com

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Top Tip:

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L-R: Jordan Humphries, SENNA Make Up; Zara Beggs, Candy Plum and Oonagh Boman, Oonagh Boman School of Make Up.

Style Sunday

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hic eatery SHU on Belfast’s Lisburn Road is set to host one of the season’s most stylish lunches as the twentieth Style Sunday event is launched.

The fashionable lunch, a flagship event in the West Coast Cooler FASHIONWEEK schedule for 11 years, will support charity Action Cancer and will see style from designer boutique Candy Plum

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in Hillsborough as well as some pieces from M&S Autograph – Marks and Spencer will also sponsor the food ingredients for the lunch on the day. The popular showcase will also feature intimate presentations from hair and make up experts including hairdresser Paul Stafford and make up artist Oonagh Boman representing the official hair partner ALFAPARF

Milano and make up and beauty sponsor SENNA make up and Domina Skincare.

The Style Sunday event has now sold out due to high demand however there are still places available for the very fashionable Style Saturday on 17 October.

To book now call T: 028 9042 1509

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head of this season’s West Coast Cooler FASHIONWEEK schedule, our fashion pages are filled with the very best pieces hitting the most stylish catwalk in town! Northern Ireland’s top retailers, designers and designer boutiques have outdone themselves with their collections for Autumn/ Winter 2015, from Graphic Print to Glitz Galore - your winter wardrobe tips start right here!

The twentieth season of FASHIONWEEK kicks off from 15-18 October with one of the busiest and best schedules yet.

With three nights of catwalk shows, plus Sushi Saturday, Style Sunday and the Fashion Souk at BFW all to look forward to, as well as a menswear show and the To Be Beautiful Body Image Symposium; fashionistas should prepare for a week of complete fashion frenzy.

The full show schedule is available online at www. belfastfashionweek.com, along with further details of this season’s trends plus links to all participant retailers and sponsors.

Tickets are available now from the Belfast Welcome Centre on T: 028 9024 6609 or via the website, www. belfastfashionweek.com

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Black And White Contour Evening Gown, £449 @Jourdan

A/W 15 Fashion Trend Report

FASHION Twiggy For M&S Collection Jacket & Trouser, £114, Per Una Top, £35, M&S Collection Necklace, £29.50, Limited Edition Shoe, £29.50 @ M&S

Black Fedora Hat, £8 @ George at Asda

Red Herring Swing Dress, £28 at Debenhams @ CastleCourt Purple Pleated Top, £45, Star by Julien Macdonald at Debenhams @ CastleCourt

Blast from the Past

Sparkle Trouser, £45 @ Warehouse

Those 70s bohemian flares and 80s power shoulders you weren’t sure whether to splurge on or not? You should. Snap them up quickly as the fashions of the past are making a huge resurgence this Autumn.

FASHION UNION Green Collar Dress, £44.99 @ DV8 Fashion

Casual Hobo Bag, £32 @ Next

Pussy Bow Blouse, £28 @ Next

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FASHION 80s Glitz Off The Shoulder Full Length Sequin Fishtail Dress, £369 @ Gina Bacconi at Jourdan

Sequin Jersey Top, £32 @ Oasis

Glitz Galore!

Fashion magpies get ready as lurex, glitter and sequins swoop onto the FASHIONWEEK catwalk this A/W. Think slightly intergalactic Barbarella with a hint of sophisticated, glamourgirl mermaid injected in there too. Anyone can pull it off. The trick?

Pair it with confidence.

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Sequin embellished Pencil Skirt, £39.50 @ M&S

Tapered Leg Glitter Effect Trouser, £35 @ M&S

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Tara Bottle Green Dress, £220 @ Spoilt Belle Boutique Granite Lariat Necklace, £22 @ Warehouse

Jenny Packham Embellished Dress, £225 at Debenhams @CastleCourt

Sequin dress, £30 @ George at ASDA Beaded Clutch Bag, £35 @ Next

Square Jewel Slingback Points, £28 @ Next

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Print Kimono Top, £34.99 @ Superdry

Graphic Print Pleated Dipped Hem Midi Dress, £100 @ Warehouse

M&S Collection Geometric Print Bag, £25 @ M&S

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Prepare to be mesmerised as intense, vivid, playful patterns circulate across the collections of the BFW retailers. Go top-to-toe with this creative art trend if you’re brave or break it up with a solid colour piece, just be sure to inject this bold trend into your winter wardrobe!

Dress, £80, Boots, £109 by FRIENDTEX @ Dashlin

Black & White Print Dress, £145 @ Ariana Clothing

FASHION VILA Print Jacket, £40 @ Tempest Aledo Top, £99, Altea Skirt, £175 @ Blush Boutique

Blurred Graphic Trouser, £45 @ Warehouse

Graphite Printed Shift Dress, £58 @ Oasis

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Derry gets ready for the return of Fashion Fest 2015

Date: Sat 14th November Location: St Columb’s Hall, Derry Time: 7pm Tickets available from: www.derrystrabane.com/fashionfest The most anticipated and glamorous event in the Fashion Fest programme is the Gala Fashion Show. This innovative and unique fashion show is designed to celebrate the international grade designers and labels putting the region on the map.

Glam up and bring out the bling for this fun fashion event, which will see one of the city’s landmark buildings transform into a stylists haven. A fusion of Catwalk, creativity and camaraderie combine to make this a night to not to forget.

The latest trends, sophistication and style will set the tone as the show continues into the night with drinks, dancing and first class entertainment.

Bag yourself the hottest ticket in town – VIP packages available.

Guest international designer Helen Cody will launching her Winter 2015 collection.

Designer Fashion & accessories showcase, Junk Kouture Catwalks & Schools Programme, Creative Designer Workshops, and a host of in-store and promotional events for everyone to enjoy throughout the Derry and Strabane region.

Celebrate Derry & Strabane Fashion Fest 2015 www.derrystrabane.com/fashionfest

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Fashion Fest DERRY’S FASHION SPECTACULAR RETURNS IN 2015

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t’s time to start catching up on the latest seasonal trends as the much anticipated Fashion Fest 2015 returns to Derry again this year, with an exciting new three day programme (12-14 November 2015) showcasing the latest in cutting edge design and local trends.

As the city’s own first lady of fashion, Mayor of Derry City and Strabane District, Councillor Elisha McCallion, said: “I am delighted to see the return of Fashion Fest, which has already established itself as one of the city’s top cultural events. Last year’s programme was a real success attracting talent from across the country who found the perfect platform to showcase

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their work, and forging new links between creative talents from both sides of the border.

“Derry is really beginning to establish a name for itself in the fashion world, and with centres such as the Fashion and Textile Design Hub providing support for emerging new designers we really have the potential to make the city the

fashion capital of the North.”

Business Opportunities Manager with Derry City and Strabane District Council, Louise Breslin, has been working with local designers and retailers to put the final touches to the programme.

“This is our second Fashion Fest event and I’m delighted that we have established such a

FASHION fantastic network of designers and retailers dedicated to supporting and promoting the local fashion industry through the programme.

“This year we have some really inspirational designers taking part, and we will be announcing further details of this exciting programme over the coming weeks. I want to encourage as many local businesses as possible to take part, and to look at ways they can engage with the festival and the growing focus on the local fashion industry.”

This year’s events include a special Designer Trade Exhibition which will allow exclusive retailers the opportunity to purchase the work of up and coming designers from their unique collections. a sneak peak at the work of some exceptional designers and the opportunity to snap up some exclusive pieces.

Budding young designers will also have the opportunity to get creative through the Fashion Fest Schools Programme, in particular St Joseph’s Boys School who are hoping to pick up some top tips in Junk Kouture ahead of their entry in the JK Recycled Competition.

For those who enjoy the glamour of the catwalk there will be a stunning Gala Fashion Show in St Columb’s Hall featuring a glittering array of style from a host of designers the High Street and independent retailers.

During the festival local retailers will also be throwing open their doors with plenty of in store promo opportunities for savvy local shoppers hoping to bag a bargain.

To find out more about the programme and to book tickets for the Gala Catwalk event on Saturday 14th November go to wwww.derrystrabane. com/fashionfest w w w. m y u l s t e r l i f e . c o m

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ADVERTORIAL

Out from behind the walls Autumn events for Derry City and Strabane District

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he end of the summer marks the start of an exceptionally busy and exciting time in the Derry City and Strabane District with lots to do and things to enjoy throughout the autumn season right through to the festive Christmas period.

Derry and Strabane’s annual Banks of the Foyle Halloween celebrations, which are renowned across the world for their sheer wackiness, kick off from 16th October to 01 November while later in the month fashionistas are in for a real treat with our third Fashion 34

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Fest (12-14 November) and the annual Guildhall Craft Fair, which showcases local and regional craft makers and their products, is a must for those looking for that perfect Christmas gift. An important date for families is the annual Christmas Switch On, is scheduled to take place in Derry on 19 November and in Strabane on 21 November, and marks the start of the city and district’s festive celebrations.

The theme of this year’s Halloween celebrations is Rise of the River Gods when the

finest and most deadly corpses from the River Foyle and further shores, will come to life for three magical days of spooky family fun. The public are encouraged to join the expectant crowds to experience creepy sea Gods, vampires, ghouls and monsters for an unforgettable spectacle of colour, noise and excitement that culminates into a fabulous fireworks display along Derry’s River Foyle and at the Main Street Car Park in Strabane.

Key elements of this year’s Halloween programme

ADVERTORIAL live music. Families in Strabane are being encouraged to come along to the Melvin Sports Complex to take part in a series of Halloween puppet and design workshops and a Halloween fun day while the Alley Theatre will host a series of Trick or Treat tours. There will be lots of monstrous street performances and children’s activities and bewitching tales of tingling terror at the Gray’s Printing Press.

For more info on Halloween and to download a programme visit: www.derrystrabane. com/halloween

includes festival regulars such as GhostBus tours, funs and frolics at the Guildhall, Guildhall Square and the Tower Museum with street performances, a return of the terrifying Chateau le Fear and a series of spine chilling experiences at the Freaky Fun fair and a welcome return of the Awakening of the Walls when the historic city walls will be transformed into a theatrical dreamworld of light, fire and sculpture.

New to this year’s programme is the transformation of

Derry’s Guildhall Square into a gruesome centre for freaky family fun with regular live performances by Bruce Airhead, a chance to capture some creepy tales in the enchanting Wonder Wagon, performances by the Armagh Rhymers and visits by Riversaurus River God. While Derry’s Craft Village will be transformed into a Rio Bravo Fiesta with free music and entertainment for all the family including mask making and pumpkin decorating workshops, ghostly storytelling sessions and

If Halloween isn’t your thing then why not make a date and come visit the city on the weekend of 1214 November and catch up on the latest seasonal trends taking place as part of our Fashion Fest 2015, showcasing the latest in cutting edge design and local trends.

This year’s festival will include a special Designer Trade Exhibition which will allow exclusive retailers the opportunity to purchase the work of up and coming designers from their unique collections and a stunning Gala Fashion Show in St Columb’s Hall featuring a glittering array of style from a host of designers the High Street and independent retailers. To find out more about the programme and to book tickets for the Gala Catwalk event on Saturday 14th November go to www. derrystrabane.com/fashionfest Other dates for the diary include the Guildhall Craft Fair (13, 14 and 15 November) and the Switch On in Derry on 19 November and in Strabane on 21 November. w w w. m y u l s t e r l i f e . c o m

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ADVERTORIAL

Fright Night...

SCARY DERRY TAKES THE LEAD IN HALLOWE’EN POLL

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he Mayor of Derry City and Strabane District is calling on people from across the country to get voting to secure Derry’s place as top Hallowe’en destination in the world. The city is currently the front runner in a special global poll by top American newspaper USA Today – having edged ahead of some tough competition from deadly destinations including Witch Trial capital Salem, Massachusetts, favourite vampire haunt and home of Count Dracula himself, Transylvania, and famous Headless Horseman hang out Sleepy Hollow.

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The Mayor is now urging everyone to lend their support to the online campaign which runs until October 12th.

“It’s an incredible acknowledgement that Derry has been shortlisted among the top 20 Hallowe’en destinations in the world,” she declared.

“The event is obviously one of our biggest visitor attractions and each year we strive to offer an even more ambitious programme. I think that what makes Hallowe’en so unique in Derry is that the people here don’t just turn out to watch the festivities they are a part of the celebration. Since the event

first began 29 years ago it has grown year on year thanks to the support and imagination of the public and the many Hallowe’en lovers who visit the city.

“To win the number one title would really enhance the city’s profile and attract more visitors from across the world to enjoy what is always a fantastic family friendly Halloween experience. I want everyone to get voting and put the City of Bones on the global map.”

Derry’s claim to the Number 1 Hallowe’en title is based on decades of top carnival celebrations which attract tens of thousands of visitors to the city each year. This year’s programme includes a whole host of spooky events, including the creepy Chateau le Fear’s Trail of Terror, and the magical Awakening of the Walls. A whole host of family events will be taking place, including ghost tours, story-telling, the Rio Bravo Fiesta and some wicked workshops. All building up to the dramatic Rise of the River Gods carnival parade and fireworks finale event on October 31st.

Voting remains open until October 12th and one vote can be logged per day at www.10best.com/awards/travel/ best-halloween-destination Check out the Halloween Programme for the City and District online now at www. derrystrabane.com/halloween

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On line and in Vogue.

he Richmond Centre unveil their new website, a bold, innovative site that sets it ahead of the competition.

It encompasses a variety of state of the art features including a vivid and easily completed Homepage pop up to keep you up to date with all of the amazing offers & events upcoming at The Richmond Centre. In addition the engaging homepage makes sure you can find what you are looking for quickly & easily.

One of the key distinctive

features of the Homepage are the parallax effects creating a professional and vivid look to the site. Additionally there is a comprehensive Dynamic Directory to find the perfect store for what you are looking for, and the ability to easily share our news & events with friends and family.

The Richmond Centre have also created a place just for kids with a Child Friendly Games area.

And Whats more you can even buy your gift card online, learn about our upcoming

events and even get weekly style tips on our best buys from our famous retailers.

It’s Fresh, its new, its unique, its Richmond. Pay a visit to our new site and find out for yourself.

Richmond Centre Ferryquay St Londonderry Derry BT48 6PE T: 028 7126 0525 E: info@richmondcentre.co.uk www.richmondcentre.co.uk w w w. m y u l s t e r l i f e . c o m

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BEAUTY

Sunshine in a bottle

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he grey skies and rainy days which so often feature in our summers – especially this one! – can leave us longing for sunshine, while summer fashion tends to mean exposed skin; but after months of grey skies, a natural tan to complement summer style can be difficult to come by. Enter tan queen and TOWIE star Lauren Goodger, who has now launched her LW Tan range here in Ireland & N. Ireland – and beauty aficionados are loving the shades, the smooth finish and the scent of her affordable but effective product range.

The team at LW TAN has developed a shade for everyone with a go-to guide for first timers and experienced tanners alike. Many people are often confused over which shade is best suited to their skin tone, but Lauren explains: “Our LW Medium range is perfect for first-time tanners or fair skin. If you’re nervous about trying tanning, then this is the shade for you.

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include: MEDIUM BRONZING LOTION; MEDIUM BRONZING MOUSSE; INSTANT WASH OFF GLOW and GRADUAL TAN. “Our LW Dark range is perfect for medium/dark skin tones as this will leave you with an instant, bronzed glow – adding glamour to any look. We carry products such as DARK BRONZING LOTION and DARK GLAM TAN in this range. Not forgetting our LW MAN TAN too.

“Our LW ‘Darker Than Dark’ range is ideal for olive/dark skin

tones, providing instant colour and leaving a deep, bronzed, intense colour after just one application. Our products in this range include DARKER THAN DARK BRONZING LOTION; BRONZING MOUSSE and DARKER THAN DARK GLAM TAN. “Like all our products, it is infused with citrus and fruit extracts for a gorgeously fresh aroma. It’s the perfect tan for last minute parties and those who don’t have the time to wait for their tan to develop.”

Lauren also advises that for a streak-free application with all tan products, the LW BODY POLISH should be used prior to application to buff away dead skin. The tan products should ideally be applied with a LW TANNING MITT, and to maintain a golden and fresh colour, the LW TAN ENHANCING MOISTURISER can also be massaged into the skin daily. All LW products are long-lasting, luxuriously hydrating as well as being quick and easy to apply, plus the colour guide allows you to see exactly where you are applying it. Simple!

Follow Laurens way on twitter at @Laurens_way www.laurensway.com

NIH&B AWARDS

Star Attraction

THE CRÈME DE LA CRÈME OF NORTHERN IRELAND’S HAIR & BEAUTY INDUSTRY ARE ANNOUNCED

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ver 300 of Northern Ireland’s elite Hair & Beauty professionals gathered at the Europa Hotel for a star-studded evening in recognition to the best in the industry on Sunday September 13th. The inaugural Northern Ireland Hair & Beauty Awards celebrates the amazing breadth of talent and style 40

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across NI. The awards attracted thousands of nominations from the public, who voted for their favourite hair and beauty guru’s.

The glamorous evening was hosted by well-known blogger Suzanne Jackson, where guests from across Northern Ireland joined in the black tie dinner celebration to their industry.

Accolades presented on the

night included Beautician of the Year, Hair Salon of the Year and Makeup Specialist of the Year and many more. Speaking shortly after the event Irfan Younis of event organisers Creative Oceanic said “We have been blown away by the response from the public and our finalists, considering it is the first year of the awards. Well done to all the winners and finalists and we thank everyone who participated in making this another successful Creative Oceanic event.”

The Awards also allows the opportunity to fundraise for a worthwhile cause and this year helped raise £1900 for the official charity partner, Make A Wish Foundation UK who grant magical wishes to children and young people fighting life-threatening conditions.

Over the next number of pages Ulster Life Showcases some of the winners on the night. For a full list of Winners from the gala event visit www.myulsterlife. com and search NIHBA

NIH&B AWARDS

Paul Meekin.

Above: Jeff Faulkner, Sophie McMillan & Paul Meekin

Paul Meekin WOMEN’S STYLIST OF THE YEAR 2015

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artners Hair & Beauty has won two major awards in the past month, at the inaugural Northern Ireland Hair & Beauty Awards. The salon picked up the award for Women’s Stylist of the

Year, which was won by Paul Meekin, with their second trophy recognising the work of the entire team, in the Belfast and overall Team/ Service of the Year award.

The salon has been at the forefront of hairdressing

excellence for over 30 years now, and with a team of highly trained stylists using premium hair products from Schwarzkopf and GHD and a team headed by multiaward winning hairstylist and academy educator, Paul Meekin, it’s no wonder it has a great reputation for the best customer service in Northern Ireland.

The salon provides a five star experience from start to finish, from the offer of a tea or coffee when you first arrive, to the luxury of light-therapy massaging back wash chairs that allow you to completely relax in comfort before your stylist takes over to create something special for your hair.

Colour is another speciality at the salon, whether you’re after a brand new glossy shade or you need to book in for some colour correction.

Partners Hair & Beauty 118-122 Castlereagh Street Belfast BT5 4NL T: 028 9045 5444 E: info@partnersbelfast.co.uk www.partnersbelfast.co.uk

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NIH&B AWARDS

Hair by Zuni Art Team Photography Helen Sloan make up Shauneen Moynagh and styling Anna McCaughtry

44a University Street, Belfast, BT7 1HB

20% student discount Tuesday Thursday with a valid card

T: 028 9033 2345 E: zunihair@live.co.uk www.zunihairdressing.com

Suzan Manning (Zuni) Winner Colour Technician of the Year 2015

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Lynsays @ Lynsays Hair Hut

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Hair Salon of the Year - Belfast

The Hair Company, Belfast

Hair Salon of the Year - Western & Overall

Brenda @ Identity Hair Company

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Zuni A/W 2015 Hair trends

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t’s time to put summer behind us now & welcome the new autumn/winter season. Pack away the summer wardrobe and get out the boots and jackets again. With hair the new trends are simple.

Undone hair is hot for winter.

The big blowout has been replaced by lower maintenance easy to manage hair. Upside down blow-dries with a little bit of styling at the ends and clever use of products gives a fresh feel to the hair.

Use your own hairs natural

texture, just tweak it a little.

Condition is key as frizzy and dry are not the desired textures so after the summer holiday hair you may have to up the level of love you need to give your hair.

Loreal have just launched an amazing new product range for dry hair called PRO – FIBER with a new active ingredient aptyl 100 molecule complex it revives restores and restructures the hair. There are 3 different levels of product depending on texture and level of damage and it starts with a super intensive

in salon treatment and a care package to use at home. You can feel the results INSTANTLY and it smells amazing.

As for colour nothing is the same. We have new techniques, baby lights, ecaille and contouring. Baby lights are super fine high lights that give a totally natural blended regrowth, it can be combined with balayage on the ends for a softer ombre look. Ecaille is a tortoiseshell technique that works with lowlights and highlights to give light and shade right through the hair and contouring is for long hair and works to brighten or darken areas around your face to enhance or disguise faceshape. Not forgetting the new blends of colours, brondes , silvers, cool brunettes and soft reds autumn is an exciting season for an image overhaul.

Your colourist should be able to point you in the right direction to update your look and keep you not only bang on trend but create a look tailored personally to you and your features.

Zuni Hairdressing 44a University Street, Belfast, BT7 1HB T: 028 9033 2345 E: zunihair@live.co.uk www.zunihairdressing.com

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Live Well Clinic Majella Farrell RMN, MBRCP, Live Well Clinic and Free Lance Consultant in Nutrition and Complementary Health Care, a practicing Naturopath and PRM practitioner. Accomplished at devising specific health, well being and relaxation programmes for groups/companies and individuals.

These programmes can be a one off or a series of workshops.

Majella has over twenty five years experience in the complementary health care industry and uses several modalities for positive outcomes for her clients. Majella’s

reputation as a Consultant for Nutritional and Health Care companies goes beyond these shores. She has worked with top notch companies helping them deal with customer queries, product development and training.

Her passion for holistic care knowledge has taken her to India, Italy, Germany, USA and across the UK and Ireland. Within Northern Ireland her set of skills is unique.

Honoured by Banbridge District Council, November 2014 with a civic award for work in the community 'encouraging healthier lifestyle'.

Majella Farrell RMN, MBRCP, Masseuse of the year NI 2015.

Live Well Clinic T: 07759 003 457 www.livewellclinic.co.uk

Purple Lashes Beauty Clinic prides itself as the first 5* Good Salon Guide clinic in Newtownards. This is due to the dedication of our Therapists and constantly training in new and upcoming beauty treatments. We strive to be constantly innovative in the clinic, ensuring we have the best product ranges available for our clients.

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Our newly refurbished salon is located on the Enniskillen road out of Irvinestown, where we have six styling stations, a makeup station and purpose built colour bar. The salon is fully equipped with the latest in hair care technology including a micro mist conditioning system and L’Oreal’s latest straightening

and smoothing steam pod. We also have complimentary WiFi, whether its business, browsing or just to update your facebook status! You can do it all during your treatment time, and remember to check in on our facebook page. Free parking is available just outside our salon so hairstyles will get home

Winner Hair Salon of the year Western

as good as they left the salon.

Identity would love to help answer any questions you may have. Send us an email via our online form and we’ll get back to you shortly. Alternatively give us a ring on: 028 6862 8202.

Also, make sure to follow and like our Facebook page for updates, promotions and competitions.

5 The CornSheds, Mill Street, Irvinestown, Co Fermanagh, BT94 1GR T: 028 6862 8202 E: info@identityhair.co www.identityhair.co

Tranquillity & relaxation are essential to your wellbeing, so we have carefully created for you a sanctuary of restful calm & indulgence.

Take some time for yourself & let us help you to unwind & emerge nurtured & refreshed.

Winner Spa of the Year 2015

30 Belmont Road, Belfast, BT4 2AN. T: 028 9067 1914 E: contact@thesecretdayspa.co.uk www.thesecretdayspa.co.uk

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Hair Salon of the Year South East

Timothy Smyth @ Timothy Smyth Hair Design

Womens Stylist of the Year

Lalapanzi has been open for 7 ½ years and have become a wellestablished Beauty/Hair salon/ education centre in in Banbridge with emphasis on their ethos of providing a professional and caring experience. Owners Kathy Casey & Laura Rutherfoord-Jones have worked tirelessly to provide a professional service by their Therapists/hairdressers who deliver

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Paul Meekin @ Partners Hair & Beauty

first class treatments in a warm and welcoming environment. ‘We were thrilled to receive this award for something that has been so important to us – service – the fact that we were nominated without us being aware it was even more

Men’s Stylist of the Year

David Craig @ The Derry Barber

gratifying as it was based on the genuine opinion of our clients.

Thank you to all our clients who nominated us.’ Said Kathy. We expanded in November 2014 and continue to grow from strength to strength in all areas of the business.

50 Commercial Rd , Banbridge, Co Down BT32 3ES T: salon/college 028 4066 9357 T: hair studio 028 4062 0711 www.lalapanzihealth.co.uk

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Surgery Hairdressing is divided into three distinct areas, each with its own different yet complementary colour scheme. The ground floor optimises natural light with white walls and white high gloss porcelain flooring, plus a signature wall of black and white velvet stripes with complimenting black velvet chairs.

In contrast the salon’s ‘hair spa’ basement is painted in a warm stone shade across the walls and lowered ceiling, with wooden dividers between each basin to give the ultimate privacy. The lavish VIP room features padded pink walls and a golden chaise longue - great for weddings, hen parties or girls get together.

Team/Service of the Year Southern winner

27 Killyman Street, Moy, Dungannon T: 028 8778 9897 www.surgeryhairdressing.co.uk

Lynsay’s Hair Hut

Winner Hair Salon of the Year Southern

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Beauty Salon of the Year, Belfast

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Caroline Purdy @ Beauty Culture

La Bella Vitta N’Ards

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Beauty Salon of the Year North East & Overall

Colour Technician of the Year

About Face Carrickfergus

Suzan Manning @ Zuni Hair, Belfast

Junior Stylist of the Year

Best Barbers 2015

Rebecca Bryans @ DKY

Sams Barber shop, Belfast

NIH&B AWARDS

Nails By Lorena

Winner Nail Technician of About Facethe Year

Nails By Lorena Westville Hotel, Enniskillen T: 07545 424892

Carrickfergus

Belfast Cosmetic Laser Clinic were recently awarded ‘COSMETIC CLINIC OF THE YEAR’ at the Northern Ireland Hair & Beauty Awards 2015.

Clinic Manager and Leading Laser Therapist, Jennifer Madden, is elated to have the clinic’s excellence recognised in receiving this highly coveted accolade. “Winning this prestigious award was such a pleasant surprise, especially being up against such strong competition.

We will continue to strive to offer an outstanding service, with superior treatment results in which our award win may be attributed.” The clinic

Winner Cosmetic Clinic of the Year 2015

also had their exceptional customer service recognised earlier this year at the Belfast Business Awards when they were shortlisted for ‘Customer Service Excellence’. They are proud to have been the only Finalist nominated for this category within the Laser and Beauty industry. Belfast Cosmetic Laser Clinic primarily offers cosmetic laser treatments including: laser hair removal, tattoo removal, skin rejuvenation, skin resurfacing, vein removal, alongside other aesthetically-enhancing treatments including medical microneedling and chemical peels.

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Spa of the Year

Lynsey & Leah @ The Secret Day Spa, Belfast

Salon Design of the Year

Conor & Ronan @ RoCo Hair, Derry

Nail Technician of the Year

Lorena Cassidy @ Nails By Lorena

At the award-winning salon, Timothy Smyth Hair Design, our aim is to send clients away feeling relaxed, pampered and, above all, ‘special’. We wish to treat every individual with respect, valuing their loyalty, and providing them with the tools and expertise to look their best…’

028 9146 6282

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www.timothysmyth.co.uk

4 Albert Street, Bangor, BT20 5EF

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Masseuse of the Year

Majella Farrell @ Live Well Clinic

Situated in the heart of east Belfast.

Winners of the Northern Ireland Hair and beauty awards 2015 ‘Belfast Beauty salon of the year’ Beauty Culture established in 2000, awarded the prestigious Irish beauty salon of the year 2003 and has been a successful salon ever since. In May 2014 the long term manager of Beauty Culture (Caroline Purdy) took over the business as the new owner and proprietor and settled into new premises on the Bloomfield Road.

Our treatment and retail brands are Guinot, Dermalogica, Crystal Clear microdermabrasion, bareMinerals, HD Brows, Fantasy spray tan,

Beauty Salon of the Year Belfast

Beautician of the Year

Rachel Farren @ MXN Pro

CND shellac mani/pedi, 3D lash extensions, Universal contour wrap, Advanced nutrition programme and IS Clinical cosmeceuticals.

Cosmeic Clinic of the Year

Jennifer @ Belfast Cosmetic Laser Clinic

With six Dermalogica ‘experts’ and fully qualified Guinot therapists on our team we aim to give the best skincare advice to all our clients.

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ADVERTORIAL

Face facts!

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THIS MONTH, JUDITH MULGREW FROM SKIN MEDISPA DISCUSSES THE DERMICA PEN – OFTEN REFERRED TO AS A ‘NON-SURGICAL FACELIFT’ IT IS ONE OF THE MOST ADVANCED NON-INVASIVE, ANTI-AGING SKINCARE TREATMENTS!

ne of the questions I get asked most frequently by my clients is 'How do I get rid of these lines and wrinkles?!' We all want younger, smoother and healthier looking skin, and I am delighted to be able to offer clients a range of cutting edge skincare treatments which offer just that! Advances in new skincare technologies and treatments mean that we really can deliver long-lasting

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and successful skincare results!

Of course, there is no such thing as a miracle treatment; I do believe that a good skincare routine, drinking plenty of water and having a healthy diet and lifestyle go a long way to helping our skin look and feel its best, but with some of the best anti-aging skincare treatments available at Skin Medispa, it's always good to give our skin that extra bit of help!

The Dermica Pen is a high

performance micro-needling treatment that rejuvenates the skin, restoring balance, suppleness and texture – all without any discomfort!

About the size of a pen, this hand held device contains tiny micro-needles that gently penetrate the skin, stimulating the skin's natural production of collagen and elastin. The result is smoother, more refined skin and a noticeable reduction in wrinkles due to

ADVERTORIAL the skin tightening effects of the treatment. To begin the treatment a serum is applied which in turn hydrates the skin and locks in moisture. It is normal to feel the motion of the pen on your skin in the form of a light pressure, rest assured there is no pain or discomfort.

Following treatment a soothing gel mask and aftercare cream are applied. Although redness will occur during and after the treatment, this will settle within a number of hours - you can pop on your makeup again the same day! The following day after treatment, you can resume your skincare routine as normal, following the aftercare advice

your therapist has provided.

In total, the treatment lasts approximately 60 minutes. Whilst many clients notice a positive change in their skin just after one treatment, a course of at least 3-6 treatments is recommended to guarantee longer lasting and more noticeable results.

Dermica Pen will effectively treat the following on both face and body: •L ines and Wrinkles •P ost Acne Scarring/Pitting •A trophic Scarring e.g. Chickenpox •P igmentation •E nlarged Pores and Stretch Marks.

For a limited time we are offering this exclusive Dermica Pen promotion to Ulster Life readers!

Pay for 3 treatments, get 1 FREE! Pay for 5 treatments, get 2 FREE! Skin Medispa offers an extensive range of treatments which include:

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• Dermica Pen • Microdermabrasion • IPL Photorejuvenation • Laser Hair Removal • Semi-permanent makeup • Advanced Waxing • Universal Contour Wrap • Velashape Anti-Cellulite Treatment

So if you're looking for the elusive secret to younger, healthier looking skin, look no further! To book your FREE Consultation or for further information speak to one of our Skincare specialists on (028) 90681066.

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INTERIORS Statement Lighting with Brokis Lighting starting at, ÂŁ 499, Beaufort Interiors

Home Comforts

UL Interior trends this month features a mix of Statement lighting and strong deep coloured cushioning with a flash of tartan coming through on the floor. Autumnal statement pieces also feature heavily. Interior trends this issue are from Beaufort Interiors and Bedeck Home. Our digital readers can click through each image to view in more detail.

UL interiors in association with Beaufort Interiors

INTERIORS

Harlequin Java Cushion Lime £55, Bedeck

Leaf Decoration, £65, Bedeck

Deep Velvets: Purple Velvet Stool £990, , Beaufort Interiors

UL Interiors Shop online at beaufortInteriors.co.uk

INTERIORS Statement Lighting with Brokis Lighting starting at, £ 499, Beaufort Interiors

Loud Wallpapers, start from £89, Beaufort Interiors

Designers Guild Indupala Dove Cushion, £75, Bedeck

LSA Paddle Bowl Set & Oak Paddle £32, Bedeck

UL interiors in association with Beaufort Interiors

INTERIORS

LSA Dine oak toast rack (2) £40, Bedeck

Designers Guild Indupala Dove Cushion, £75, Bedeck

Textured Wallpapers, starting from £68 sq mt, Beaufort Interiors

UL Interiors Shop online at beaufortInteriors.co.uk

WEDDINGS

The Perfect Day Ulster Life Magazine celebrates the wedding of Laura Junkin & Mike Irving

20 Corick Road, Clogher, Co. Tyrone, Northern Ireland, BT76 0BZ T: +44 (0)28 8554 8216 E: reservations@corickcountryhouse.com www.corickcountryhouse.com Find us on Facebook

WEDDINGS

20 Corick Road, Clogher, Co. Tyrone, Northern Ireland, BT76 0BZ T: +44 (0)28 8554 8216 E: reservations@corickcountryhouse.com www.corickcountryhouse.com Find us on Facebook

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aura is from Lisnamuck Road, Tubermore and Mike is from Surrey BC, Canada. Laura & Mike married

at the stunning Corick House Hotel & Spa on August 26th and invited family and guests also enjoyed the

wedding reception at Corick House Hotel & Spa. The newlyweds honeymooned in Rome, Florence & Tuscany

20 Corick Road, Clogher, Co. Tyrone, Northern Ireland, BT76 0BZ T: +44 (0)28 8554 8216 E: reservations@corickcountryhouse.com www.corickcountryhouse.com Find us on Facebook

WEDDINGS

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WEDDINGS

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WEDDINGS

20 Corick Road, Clogher, Co. Tyrone, Northern Ireland, BT76 0BZ T: +44 (0)28 8554 8216 E: reservations@corickcountryhouse.com www.corickcountryhouse.com Find us on Facebook

BEAUTY

Curly wurly U

lster Life’s newest columnist Emma McLoughlin is the owner of The Dressing Room in Holywood.

Split over 3 floors The Dressing Room offers a full range of top to toe Beauty Treatments. Emma has been in the industry for 17 years & has worked in the Holywood area for the best part of her career. Spending the early part of her career working both in salon & also doing colour demonstrations

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for big hair & beauty brands.

In recent years she has been concentrating on building her own business & is proud to call the Dressing Room home! Every month Emma tackles a hair or beauty dilemma. This month the dreaded curl using GHD’s

How do I curl my hair with GHDs? As a stylist in a busy salon I hear this question a lot. Now for all the hard-core hair hero wannabes out there the answer

is this. You use the styler as you would use a pair of scissors to curl a ribbon. Taking the styler in hand you clamp down on the hair near the root where you want the curl to start, twist it once & pull! Ok so for most you have now achieved a slightly singed piece of hair with some kinks & a poker straight end!? Not the exact look you were going for & you've burnt the tip of your ear to add insult to injury. If you managed to get a perfect curl try

BEAUTY again & again until your whole head is curled to perfection & then send me your CV!

Is there an easier/ less painful way?

Our good friends at GHD have only gone & made it fool proof with their GHD curve tools. For those of you who have tried & tried but never managed a perfect curl, these are the answer!

There are 4 to choose from depending on the type of curl you want to wear & they are so simple to use. Like magic! GHD have used their new tri zone technology (same technology used for the new platinum styler) to make the process quick &

easy (just 5-10 seconds per section depending on width).

Add a little GHD curl hold spray to each section as you go along & you'll be rocking beach waves or movie star tumbling curls before you know it.

Are they expensive?

In salon we offer a pre pay scheme which is really popular whereby you can pay off a styler or curve tong over a few weeks/ months to break the cost down before you take it home.

For the pros at home the platinum styler will be the best tool as it's multifunctional for curling & straightening at £165 or for those of you who are

THE DRESSING ROOM A haven on the Holywood high street with its own unique sense of calm, an opulent salon in which you can indulge in top to toe pampering. All your hair & beauty needs expertly met in a beautiful, tranquil setting. The Dressing Room is a must visit for anyone looking to unwind & feel fabulous.

Stockists of Wella, Nioxin,Sebastian,Moroccan oil Domina, Senna, vita liberata.

140 high street, Holywood, BT18 9HS T: 028 9042 1899

seeking an easy perfect curl theGHD curve range are all priced at £110. Small price to pay to look like an A-list celeb.

Alternatively you can book in & have your hair curled by one of our team. (Prices starting from just £15) October is breast cancer awareness month & we have limited edition blush pink stylers & dryers in salon. £10 from each purchase is donated to cancer now! There are also some cute pink section grips £2.50 for 2 clips & £1 is donated.

To make an appointment with the team at The Dressing Room Holywood call 028 9042 1899 or visit their Facebook page (search dressing room holywood).

FITNESS

Favourite Fitness Facts

By Eve Brannon and sponsored by Peak Physique Lisburn Road

Many of us hit the gym or pound the pavement to build muscle, improve cardiovascular health, and of course, get a physique to be proud of but that’s not where the benefits of exercise end. Check out my favourite fitness facts and discover how getting moving can benefit your lifestyle, mental health and overall happiness factor…

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Sleep

Heal

Ever noticed how well you sleep after a good gym session? It has been proven that for some individuals, a moderate workout can act as the equivalent of a sleeping pill. Physical activity raises the body’s core temperature and when the body temp drops back to normal a few hours later, it alerts the body that it’s time to sleep. So plan your workout effectively for a blissful bedtime.

Get well. Regular physical activity speeds up the healing process from illness, injury and surgery. The increased amount of oxygen received through the lungs during exercise is then delivered via the blood to the entire body, promoting increased cell repair and regrowth - as well as helping us breath better and deeper!

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FITNESS

Mood

Ageing

If you suffer from bouts of depression, studies show you can lessen your symptoms up to 50% through heart-pumping, aerobic exercise. Working off negative energy, aerobic stimulation aids in regulating cognitive abilities and emotions.

As we age, our brains age with us, which for some can mean the onset of degenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s. Brain cells are damaged or killed, losing important brain functions.

While exercise and a clean diet cannot ‘cure’ Alzheimer’s, they can protect against cognitive decline. Working out, especially between age 25 and 45, boosts the chemicals in the brain that support and prevent degeneration of the hippocampus, a key part of the brain for memory.

Memory Exercise boosts memory function and the ability to learn. Getting sweaty increases production of cells in the brain responsible for memory and learning. A recent UK study showed that running sprints improved vocabulary retention.

Focus Feeling unproductive at work?

Research shows that employees who take time for exercise on a regular basis are more productive than their more sedentary coworkers. While hectic schedules can make it tough to squeeze in gym sessions, some experts believe that midday is the ideal time for a workout due to the body’s natural physical rhythms.

Peak Physique 721 Lisburn Road Belfast, Antrim, BT9 7GU

Metabolism Exercise and lean body mass boosts your metabolism.

Muscle needs more calories to be sustained than fat does, therefore the more muscle mass you have the more calories you need to eat, i.e. higher metabolism. Win win!

T: 028 9066 7887 www.peakphysiquelisburnroad.com UNDER NEW OWNERSHIP

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CARS

Lex go!

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ot so many years ago this sector of the car market (£50-75k) didn’t really exist. You, me or anyone could buy any type of Ford or a Mercedes and that was grand!

Today exists a very different world where almost every conceivable variant of every marque has a place in an ever expanding showroom, and if you believe the ad men and watch the TV ads, each car is built for a specific person of specific age who all like strapping a mountain bike to the roof.

A case in point regard the sheer number of variants of each manufacturer on the road – Growing up you had an Audi 80 or if you had a little more money you had an Audi 100.

Today you can have an A1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 or 8, Now take all of these models and add either, S-line, Black edition, Black edition+, S on an RS and you’ll have the same car with different trim/HP/ Styling. The list at Audi goes on, TT, TTS, TTRS, Q3, Q5, Q7, R8 and if we read correctly Audi 70

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plan to release 7 brand new letters to the Alphabet in 2016 allowing them to build many new cars that will all look the same with a surfboard on the roof but run off the national grid via your hoover socket causing many petrol stations to close and as a result 500ml bottles of diet coke and packets of chewing gum will find their way on to the endangered species list.

This brings me not very neatly at all to the stand alone

Lexus RC F. Today this car on paper stats alone, in my opinion competes with several Audi RS badged cars, BMW M4 & M5 and Mercedes AMG of various guises. The list goes on but when speaking about the luxury end of the 450bhp+ club the 3 Germans and their Japanese nemeses take a corner each. The rest is American or tacky and usually both so best left to the Americans.

The Lexus on looks alone

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wins. This car wasn’t built initially as a 2.0 TDI middle management bus like each and every one of its rivals. It was built as the RC F 5.0 V8. There is no commuter version for the masses and because of this there is something very rare and beautiful about this car beyond its stunning looks. This car was designed for drivers not mountain bikers. The 471 bhp and 0-60 time of just under 4.5 seconds is in a few words,

bloody good fun. There are those of course who say it feels a little slower than those figures suggest and its hefty weight of 1.765KG might have something to do with that, but in my opinion the car feels mature, sturdy and unlike a certain 2.0 CDI coupe I recently drove it didn’t want try to strip £500 of rubber every time the fun pedal was pushed. The whole car feels like one unit and you as a driver become part of that.

We did a lot of motorway driving and it made for a fantastic cruiser. Naturally on a car like this the suspension was a little obvious but nothing to complain about. Around town it was like any GT/Sports car but had the turning circle of a squirrel which was a nice surprise given the cul-de-sac we do daily that takes 2 goes in our daily 5 Series Touring.

The cabin was at first glance a little strange as it looks like nothing else on the market but as you get to grips with the layout and the fantastic touch pad that controls pretty much everything, you start to feel connected. It’s a joy to be in.

Overall if you want to spend this sort of money on a car you really should look seriously at the Lexus as an alternative the Germans. It looks like nothing else, drives superbly and you won’t see 40 variants of it every time you pop out for a pint of milk. In a world that’s full of replication and automotive plagiarism buy yourself an original painting not a 1 of 250 print.

The Lexus featured is available from Charles Hurst Lexus Belfast.

Currently priced at £53,990 Was £64,120 @ time of print Car tested is wrapped in matt yellow. Original colour is white.

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w w w.p e a k p hys i q u e l i s b u r n ro a d .c o m 721 Lisburn Road, Belfast BT9 7GU

Tel: 028 9066 7887

Est. 1933

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call 028 3832 3296 or email mail@alwood.co.uk to arrange a consultation with our multi-award winning designers.

Shaerf Drive Lurgan BT66 8DD

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