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Editor’s Letter

The Body Issue

In a world where, unfortunately, a book is still judged by its cover, fashion, however shallow and frivolous as it might seem sometimes, can be the surprising shoulder one needs to lean on. A mood-changer and an empowerer, it has become a force to be reckoned with - a global strength for women. And fashionable muscle is just what the new era of haute sports is ushering in. Gone are the days when skinny was pretty, now strong and sculpted have stolen the spotlight as the new in vogue silhouettes. It seems the world has blurred the boundaries between fashion and exercise, and we’re not the only ones to have been bitten by the fitness bug -designers were right on our heels, quick to bust out slouchy draw string pants and racer back numbers faster than you can say “On your marks, get set,…” So for our first body issue we decided to focus on a healthy, more stylish life, putting together simple solutions to achieve your goals: from one-stop beauty rituals to luxurious sportswear pieces that’ll having you looking the part without breaking a sweat. In a region sadly known for its poor nutrition and high obesity rates, it’s refreshing to see a health revolution brimming in the kitchen. Ohlala! met up with the pioneers steering Qatar away from the all-you-can-eat (and drink) Friday brunch table to the wholesale market and yoga mat; it’s time to forego punishing diets and instead treat the body and mind kindly. While our bodies go into detox lockdown, we show you how to sculpt a svelte summer shape with our A-Z Body Bible, and how easy it is to cheat your way around those pesky things called calories, with our guide to Doha ‘done healthy’. So what are you waiting for? Now is the time to laugh in the face of cellulite and wave goodbye to the toxic old you – it’s green smoothies, bootcamp and wellness retreats from here, until summer! Dina Kabbani

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STYLE The Hotlist Style Love Style Stars Risky Business Blue Crush Word Up Little Black Book The Health Gurus

Fashion 64 Spring Breeze CELEBRITY SCOOP 50 Monique Lâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Huillier Beauty 79 Beauty Bible 87 Tone your Body 88 Pure Happiness MOTORING 92 Porsche Panamera S Hybrid dining 94 From Market to Table 98 Health Kick 100 Doha Done the Healthy Way Art&CUlture 102 Art Corner

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The Hot List

Illseteva

We just can’t get enough of the feel-good vibe that luxurious sportswear has to offer – Here are the top contenders!

SPECS BOMB

Previously favoured by 80s pop stars, mirrored sunglasses have seen a revival with sporty frames and brighter than bright lenses.

The Sporting Life

This season’s bomber jackets and racer back numbers move from the track to evening outings, making sports-inspired pieces a strong investment buy.

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HAUTE SPORTS

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ON YOUR MARKS Statement flats add a bit of old school attitude making high fashion sandals a much-needed asset to pull off the athletic trend.

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Show off your competitive side in high-tech fabrics and athletic cut pieces that are packing a punch now.

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STASH AWAY

In a season of ease the clutch is the ultimate “just grab and go” piece.

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STYLE

Made in Italy THE SALVATORE FERRAGAMO BAG, A MASTERPIECE OF CRAFTSMANSHIP

‘Made to Order’ styles are also available and are part of a service that provides exclusive and maximum customisation, from the choice of the material and colour to the accessory finish.

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Workmanship made up of slow, careful, encoded gestures that are the fruit of a typically Tuscan artisanal expertise, which won over Salvatore Ferragamo himself when he established his atelier in Florence.

From the paper pattern to cutting, sewing and assembly to finishing, details and customisation, all materials and work are strictly ‘Made in Italy’ and guarantee the added value of absolute quality.

Wearing a Salvatore Ferragamo bag means not only owning a unique accessory, but also keeping alive a fascinating, ancient craft that still survives to offer the greatest exclusivity available.

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Naomi Watts

Actress Naomi Watts looks elegant in an Altuzarra gown with pink and red accents, as she hosts the Bvlgari ‘Decades of Glamour’ Oscars pre-party. The midi-length frock from the brand’s Pre-Fall 2014 line, features an impressive slit on the side, which reveals Naomi’s slender and long legs. The four-time Oscar nominee wore Jimmy Choo shoes and accessorised her look with a black clutch and vintage gold, amethyst, emerald and diamond choker, both by Bvlgari.

Fashion of the Stars

These celebrities are willing to prove their fashion credentials. We pick out some of our favourite looks.

Rosie Huntington-Whiteley

Supermodel Rosie Huntington-Whiteley looks simply gorgeous in this red-and-black zebra print number by Saint Laurent at the recent Brit Awards 2014, at the O2 Arena in London. Her ensemble features sculptural and gold padded shoulder detail with a black bow accented waistband, which she styles with Anita Ko ‘Arrow’ earrings. Rosie completes her look with gorgeous Saint Laurent ‘Paris’ pumps.

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Paula Patton

The actress Paula was glowing as she posed for cameras at the Independent Spirit Awards in Santa Monica, California. She looks stunning in a yellow, floral and sheer Lorena Sarbu scallop lace mini dress. She adds a touch of sophistication by wearing Christian Louboutin nude pumps and Anita Ko jewellery.

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Blue Crush

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INFINITI QX70. THE ORIGINAL. Infiniti QX70 is the perfect harmony of grace and performance. This blend of agility and muscle is the first of its kind, making it totally alluring, totally original.

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Style notes Moschino

Brian Lichtenberg

Word Up

Emilio Pucci

From shouty logos to slogan tees it seems that the logo is having a fashion moment.

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Fitness tribes

Although life is always getting in the way of working out, this season’s haute sports trend has us running towards the gym at lightening speed. But what does your fitness kit say about your style? Checkout our roundup to find which tribe you belong to!

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• Is obsessed with CrossFit and can always be found at any outdoor Bootcamp session; as long as it involves high interval training she’s there 44

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• Loves big loud prints, covets anything with a bold pattern and is leading the fashion pack in this spring’s neon trend. Looks to designers Mary Katrantzou and Peter Pilotto for inspiration

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• Can be found paddleboarding on the weekend or hula-hooping in the park

Nip + Fab

• Devoted to bodysculpting she religiously practices yoga, pilates and some sort of martial arts

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THE BOHO BEAUTIFUL • Comfort is key in her style, and will never be in heels unless she has to eccentric and wild she can always be found in soft lines, gypsy kaftans, and pretty faux fur pieces

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• Is a go-getter and will try any new sport at least once

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• Does bikram yoga to sweat it all out and pilates on the reformer with a private instructor

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• A busy woman she favours fast workouts like spinning or TRX

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• Considers herself an urban city slicker who prefers modern designs and sculpted shapes, is always in Saint Laurent and Alexander Wang, and covets anything in monochrome

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The Sporting Life

Prada

Marc by Marc Jacobs

The season’s lead story, athleticism gets a luxe makeover with sports inspired pieces all the way from Sacai’s tracksuit bottoms to Marc by Marc Jacobs’ silky bomber jackets; it’s drawstring waists and zip-up trainers for us this spring. Here is how to look good without breaking a sweat…

MUST-HAVE ACCESSORY Super-flat and totally comfy, sporty

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Hi-tech fabrics complement tennis-inspired shorts and the coolest soles this season round.

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Laccoste

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Sacai

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WHAT WE WANT IN APRIL From hi-tech fabrics to sports mesh, here are the athletic trend pieces we are coveting now. Fendi ToyWatch

Look great on the court with our favourite must-have tennis number: the Chanel tennis racket. You’ll not only play the part but look it as well!

Lacoste Chanel

Nikon

Whether it’s a rapid workout you’re looking for or a sweet ride around town, the Gocycle electric bide is one stylish machine that’ll suit your workout needs.

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Celebrity Scoop

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L’Huillier Empire

Whether you prefer a pair of pants to a dress, not super girly, or nowhere close to getting married, Monique L’Huillier’s designs are very hard to resist. And with the designer to the stars bringing her glamour to Doha at fashion haven Fifty-One East, we’re sure to see a few of her pieces out and about on the city’s most fashionable.

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“Dressing a celebrity is like doing a fashion show for all the world to see.”

Catherine Zeta Jones in Monique L’Hullier

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Celebrity Scoop

nternationally recognised as one of the leading couture bridal and ready-to-wear designers, Monique Lhuillier has become synonymous for her effortless sense of style and sophistication. She does pretty “well”, and after dressing some of Hollywood’s favourites for their I-dos, her bridal wear range, which carries wedding dresses of little girls’ fantasies, has brides clamoring for the chance to wear one of her Chantilly lace numbers. Growing up in the Philippines, Monique began flirting with fashion from an early age; the love affair blossomed even more thanks to her stunning and elegant mother, a Filipino society figure and former model of Spanish descent, whose personal style and elegance were major influences for the designer. After moving to Los Angeles to attend the Fashion Institute for Design and Merchandising, Lhuillier found love. Not only did she fall for and marry her future husband, Tom Bugbee, but she discovered her deep passion and infatuation for bridal and evening gowns as well. Her search for her own wedding gown in 1995 and the difficulty she encountered catapulted her to create couture bridal gowns that transcended styles available to women in search of the perfect dress. A year later in 1996, Monique debuted her first bridal collection to acclaim from retailers and magazine editors. Today she and Tom, who joined the company as CEO, have turned Monique’s vision of a couture design house into reality, creating one of the most successful brands internationally, which now includes a complete ready-to-wear collection in addition to the diffusion line, ML Evening, Bridesmaids and Bliss bridal collections. She has collaborated with Waterford on a tabletop collection including fine china, stemware, flatware and giftware. In 2008, Monique Lhuillier Fine Paper was launched, followed by a home fragrance collection in 2011. For Holiday 2012 Monique Lhuillier in-

troduced fine jewellery and in Spring 2013, she debuted couture footwear. Over the course of the last decade, her designs have graced the red carpet and wedding aisles of some of Hollywood’s elite. Fans include Reese Witherspoon, Drew Barrymore, Scarlett Johansson and Blake Lively. With a passion for creating gowns that are both feminine and modern, Monique Lhuillier continues to design collections that are luxurious, chic and true to her aesthetic. It’s no wonder that Qatar’s premium luxury retail chain Fifty One East decided to bring her signature designs to the capital. A representative of Fifty One East said: “We were delighted to welcome Monique Lhuillier to Doha and be the first to introduce her style to our discerning clientele in Qatar, only at Fifty One East. Monique boasts an enviable list of celebrity clients and the presence of her creations has become notable at many of the world’s high profile events. This is why the availability of her models in Qatar has been highly anticipated.” For Spring Summer 2014, her collection features delicately balanced textures, innovative layering and sophisticated ease. A rich colour palette includes coral, fuchsia and red pop against neutrals like cream, soft rose gold and nude. Evening gowns evoke ease and elegance. High low gown silhouettes are a new interpretation of traditional eveningwear. “I am so excited to visit Doha. I am intrigued by the glamour and beautiful culture of this city. The women embody dramatic style and sophistication and I love the opportunity to dress them.”

“I am so excited to visit Doha. I am intrigued by the glamour and beautiful culture of this city. The women embody dramatic style and sophistication and I love the opportunity to dress them. “

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Fashion Insider Nasser

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This month’s business-savvy lady, Minerva Anta Borras, reveals her fashion secrets, beauty must-haves, & more…

Lady Gaga

What are your favourite trends for Spring Summer 14? I’m loving the new hand bags of the season, they are definitely worth the investment. Also the new makeup trends are one to follow. Who is your style icon Lady Gaga because her style is unique, you can see her personality highlighted all the time in the way she dresses.

STYLE RESUME Name Minerva Anta Borras Profession: Brand Manager My style is Definitely unique go-to labels I love fashion so I don’t really have a favourite brand

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Whose closet do you covet? Her Highness Sheikha Moza bint Nasser. Favourite shopping spot in Doha? Villaggio Mall. It really has everything you can look for, from different fashion styles to various looks for cosmetics. Signature scent? Something with notes of amber, vanilla and sandalwood. Feminine, sexy, elegant and classy, it goes with the time.

fail-safe pieces My handbag, my shoes and accessories!

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Fendi

Favourite beauty products? Moisturiser, concealer, bronzing powder, eyebrow pencil and mascara. Which do you prefer: Flats or Heels? Why? Heels of course. They’re more feminine, elegant and definitely my style. What music is on your ipod now? Depends on the moment, place and people surrounding me. www.ohlala-magazine.com

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Mind & Body

The Health Gurus

With raw food diets and cleansing detoxes now in vogue, it seems that even Doha has been bitten by the health bug. The city now houses life coaches, food gurus as well as several destinations to sculpt a svelte and more beautiful you. As we ease into summer and the thought of donning the latest trends, everyoneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mind right now is on achieving their best body yet. So Ohlala! sat down with the strong and beautiful women leading the countryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s health and fitness revolution to find out how one can take care of both body and mind.

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e constantly hear about life changing moments that have people dropping everything on a whim to go on soul-searching journeys of self-discovery. Most of the time it’s a heroine in a movie who takes the bold leap or a character in a novel who bravely goes where all of us dream, yet sadly, are too scared to go. To find and in reality meet someone who has actually jumped the boat is another thing. Enter Nicole van Hattem - living proof that you can actually have your cake, in this case a gluten and wheat free one, and eat it too. After 25 years of being a corporate junkie, thriving on long working hours, canteen food and an addiction to making more and more money, Nicole hit a speed bump which had her pull the breaks on life. “My marriage was falling apart, I was always moody, bloated and unable to sleep,” she says, “It reached a point to where I couldn’t even make the simplest of decisions; my entire being was overwhelmed.” A rash idea and plane ticket later she took off to a retreat in Thailand, where she got her first taste of fasting, juice cleansing and colonic irrigation; the seed was planted. “To say it was life changing sounds like ‘oh yeah I’ve heard that before’ but it really was.” She came back with vigor ready to take on the world, to have the rug pulled out from under her freshly detoxed feet when her boss and dear friend passed away. The shock propelled her back into her old bad habits but she pulled out: “Once you have stuck your head out of the window of awareness and know what’s out there, it’s hard to stay away.” Three years on and she’s teaching Doha how to think, eat and thrive – her newfound motto for life. “We are slowly, as a species, destroying ourselves. We need to stop and have a good hard honest look at how our systems work,” she insists, “Understand what you’re doing to your body, food is a tool not the point.” Nicole believes the start to a healthier version of oneself starts by getting real; cut out junk from your life, look at what you’re eating – did you pluck it from the ground; was it made by God or by man? “Feasting on fabulous fuel should be a celebration of life.” She suggests a daily shot of aloe vera, early morning lemon infused drink of water and a green smoothie a day to start one’s path to living well. For those like us who are starting their own journey she says “Get a coach, it’s a complicated scary road and you’ll need a cheerleader and bu** kicker along the way.” Well Nicole, interested?

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Mind & Body

Luz Lovern LuzLife

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hen it comes to pilates and yoga in Doha it isn’t about the studios, it’s about the gurus—the posture-perfect instructors who train us to activate our cores, breath properly, and free our minds of the daily grind that leave our bodies intoxicated. In a town where 10-pound handbags and chronic desk hunch has left a crowd with troubled postural needs, finding an anatomy-obsessed professional who is dedicated to correcting such modernday woes is not an easy feat. That’s why tucked away in the busy city hub of WestBay, is a studio whose resident guru has the capital’s corporate junkies and desperate housewives knocking at her door. Luz Alejandra Lovern, a self-taught fitness and Physiotherapist, has taken pilates and yoga disciplines and extracted the best from every angle, adding her own vision and expertise to create a slew of nuanced approaches. LuzLife was born out of a passion and respect for the classical movements, a love that spans over two decades long and addresses the body, mind and soul. “I came to Qatar in 2006 and worked in several different places until I decided to pursue up my goal as a Teacher,” Lovern says, “I wanted to create a healthy environment to promote Yoga as a way of life and Pilates as a foundation of our power house.” A practicing yogi for 35 years and a Pilates instructor for over 18, the Spanish native has become a mentor for those who

attend her private by-appointment-only studio. “My students are committed and devoted to the method, when they leave here after practice it’s in so much harmony” says Lovern, “It has become a way of life for them, one where they learn more and more about anatomy, physiology and how we are all connected.” For those who come to her confused about whether Pilates or yoga is the path they should follow, she guides them from the shadows letting their minds and bodies decide for them, only one’s person can choose what practice is right for them she believes. These days see Lovern take on a bigger and more important issue that she plans on tackling one exhale and a time “ We are not breathing,” she says, “Even though it’s the most important thing. Breathing is the first manifestation of life and the last that we do.” For those lucky to get a spot on her much sought after client list, we envy them for the wealth of care and expertise they obviously receive – this really is a studio for shaping both mind and body. www.ohlala-magazine.com

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Mind & Body

Valerie Jeremijenko Yama Yoga Studios

he might look tiny but you know how the saying goes “Good things come in small packages.” Not only is the petite Australian the founder of Doha’s premier yoga destination, Yama Yoga, but she also holds down the fort at VCU as Assistant Dean for Student Affairs. She’s balances the two, one which she refers to as her job and the other her life long passion. “I came here to take a post at VCU, a single mother with two daughters, and Qatar looked after us” says Valerie. And after building a home for her family she decided to build one for those who shared her love for yoga; she took it upon herself to nourish the need of a community that was disconnected and looking for wellness and

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support. So five years ago Jeremijenko launched a small yoga company with a partner and then after much contemplation decided to go solo - hence the birth and creation of Yama Yoga Studios. The employee by day and yoga instructor by night managed to create a stress-free and inviting environment where people could come together to become happier, healthier individuals through the regular practice of yoga. The studio has also coached and trained others to teach yoga. “They come, we teach them in the community and then they teach the community - we currently have over 30 trainers,” boasts Jeremijenko, “It ranges all the time as most of these people have families and jobs; they do it because it’s their passion.” This year will have marked the graduation of 150 individuals from their Teacher Training Program, an impressive feat for someone who is also currently writing her second book. With cult followings around the world and a slew of poster celebrities endorsing yoga as a means to get red carpet ready it definitely has put the practice in the spotlight. And although Jeremijenko does agree that Ashtanga yoga done six days a week will give an incredible body, she sees its principle in a different light. “The main purpose is to create peace and balance, it’s the mindfulness you bring to yourself and lifestyle,” she endorses, “The mat is the laboratory for your body.” She believes that one has to focus on a discipline, be it yoga or any other form of exercise, and practice it at least three times a week until slowly it grows and becomes part of one’s lifestyle. For more information visit www.yamayogastudios.com www.ohlala-magazine.com

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Mind & Body

Dunja Jankovic Personal Trainer

lip over one of the many local magazines on your coffee table and you’re bound to see her face staring up at you behind pouted lips. Put your weights down and take a look around your gym and you just might see her calling out instructions for someone to drop down and give her twenty. Yes Dunja Jankovic lives a double life, one where she’s all about glamour and head shots, the other she’s out there carving Doha’s perfect female bodies; this stunner is lethal whichever way you look. The Serbian native, who grew up in Qatar, is making it big on the local fitness scene with her new coaching lessons. “A few years ago I realised I wasn’t happy with my desk job in marketing, I couldn’t handle sitting in an office from nine to five everyday” the 25 year old says. She quit soon after and headed back home where she threw herself into fitness and sports courses. After a few years in Serbia she decided she had to return to pursue her dream here in capital. “The city gave me a great environment growing up, one where there were no cultural or religious barriers,” says Jankovic, ”I just had to come back and try my luck here.” So model]ling put on the back burner she focused all her energy on her true passion: fitness. A year later she can proudly show off the list of dedicated clientele who follow her every training whim. “Women come to me asking for the perfect body, and I try my best to tailor make a program to suit their body and health needs; not every woman is created equal.” She repeatedly stresses that although people are busy with work and family life, a minimum of 3 times

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a week is needed just to keep one’s health up: “In Doha everyone drives everywhere, there’s no walking whatsoever. It means one should work out twice as hard just to stay in shape.” She credits three wholesome meals a day to her figure as well as the cutting out of pointless snacks and a weekly change up of her exercise routine. So how does this intelligent beauty stay inspired? Instagram she admits! “There are so many wonderful fitness and training accounts I follow – I’m constantly finding new ways to workout.” Guess those hours on social media aren’t hours wasted now?! For more information email dunja.jankovic@gmail.com www.ohlala-magazine.com

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IS FOR ALOE VERA

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Once only known for its benefits for healing sunburns the green succulent plant has now become the ultimate healthy habit, aiding in weight loss, digestion, immune function, and easing general discomfort. A natural ‘balancer’, studies have proved that drinking Aloe Vera Gel daily will help build up the body’s defense system against oxidative stress; something we can all use in our hectic modern day lives.

IS FOR COCONUT OIL

If you’re going to choose just one product to add to your health shelf, coconut oil may be your best bet. The latest super-goodfor-you product is diabetic friendly, and individuals found consuming it instead of soybean, olive or corn oils have seen a boost in both their metabolism weight loss. Go ahead and get your jar of this miracle fat that fights fat at MegaMart. 80

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With a city that’s becoming infamous for its traffic jams, an alternative method of transport is always welcome. For those looking to get to places on time as well as work out those glutes check out GoSport outlets at City Centre and Villaggio malls for the coolest wheels.

IS FOR DETOX

Looking to recharge and rejuvenate? Step away from the city and indulge in a threeday Wellness Retreat at St. Regis Doha, where you’ll get to enjoy a holistic journey to a new and better you. The wellness program, from April 3-5, will feature a specially designed healthy menu curated by raw food and detox specialist Nicole van Hattem. For more info and bookings visit www.dohalifestyleandspa.com/ detoxweekend

IS FOR E-TOX

We all now that our bodies require detoxing every now and then but why not disconnect yourself from twitter and facebook and escape the grips of technology by reconnecting with your natural state. Head to the great outdoors where the nearest WI-FI is a good few kilometers away… remember out of sight out of mind!

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IS FOR FLAT STOMACH

Achieve a beach-ready waistline by focusing on getting a stronger core, and we recommend joining a pilates class at least twice a week for rock hard abs. Head over to B-Attitude at Beverly Hills Tower in WestBay Mondays and Wednesdays at 8pm for an hour long intense core workout with pilates instructor Suzanna. You’ll be ready to rock spring’s midriff trend in no time.

IS FOR GLUTEN-FREE

Gluten- the compound protein found in wheat, rye and barley that causes bread to rise. It’s unfortunately a staple found in everything from granola to pastries and toast. Some people are severely allergic to gluten, and many others suffer from some level of gluten intolerance causing bloating and gut inflammation. There are many new gluten-free brands appearing every week which your tummy will definitely thank you for; check out the amazing range of glutenfree products at French market Monoprix.

IS FOR HIGH INTENSITY TRAINING

The hottest fitness fad HIIT involves an explosive method of training followed by rest making it the latest way to burn calories and tone muscle. Sign up for CrossFit or Bootcamp with Doha’ s favourite coach Pete Collins. Visit www. petecollinsfitness.com for more information.

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IS FOR INSTAGRAM

Yes the highly addictive picture-sharing app can now help you lose weight. With an abundance of new accounts sharing their inspirational fitness tips and healthy food recipes looking for motivation has never been so easy. A few ladies here in Qatar are proving that you can live a healhy life here in Doha ...Here are our favorite fitness Instagram accounts to follow now: “The Raw Health Coach” , “Layla Saad” and “Health Couture”.

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It seems these days that just about everyone is jumping on the juice bandwagon; from Hollywood celebrities to the busy housewife next door, juicing looks like the way to go. If you’re looking to hop along but are not so keen on spending the morning preparing your daily intake of juice fear not Raw M.E has you covered. The Qatari raw vegan company, founded by Layla Al-Dorani, delivers cold-pressed juices straight to your door. Try their 3 day detox kit and kickstart a healthier you by ordering it online now at www.raw-me.com

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IS FOR KILOS

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IS FOR LUXE SPORTSWEAR This season’s sportsinspired trend has us all swapping our Nike trainers and sweats for statement bombers and racer back pieces, taking athleticism from the track and straight for a night out on the town. Remember if you’re going to invest in something this month make sure it has a sporty silhouette.

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IS FOR NUTRIBULLET

If you haven’t heard of the NutriBullet then you’ve been living under a rock. The coveted machine is making waves in the health world with it’s extracting method opposed to the blending associated with normal juicers. Instead of just mixing together or juicing, it breaks down the cell walls of the food and releases the nutrients inside to make it a superfood. No chunks, unbroken seeds or mess to clean up. This multi-tasking tool definitely deserves a thumbs-up.

IS FOR PADDLEBOARD YOGA

Tired of your daily yoga routine? If you’re looking for a new challenge, yoga on a standup paddleboard will have you reconnecting with your inner yogi in no time. The QSUP, Qatar’s 1st SUP Fitness School, practices Hatha Yoga on the waters of The Pearl; check out their classes and schedules at www.qsup.me www.ohlala-magazine.com

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A healthy body always starts with a healthy mind. And the people at Six Senses Spa know just how to declutter one’s head from the daily stresses of life with their Full Moon Outdoor Yoga session. Book a space this April 15 by calling 4425 6999. You’ll thank us for this!

IS FOR OMEGA 3

Filling up on omega-3 fatty acids does a body good. These polyunsaturated fats play a crucial role in how your body’s cells function, and have been shown to decrease blood pressure. You can get your dose straight from seafood, nuts and seeds or just hop over to the nearest Boots where they have a great selection of dietary supplements.

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IS FOR QUINOA

For a little seed, quinoa is considered one of the most protein-rich sources out there. Get a taste of the super-food at Anima Lounge, the cool and contemporary chic café at The Pearl. We recommend trying their Classic Quinoa Salad – something the Ohlala! team can’t seem to get enough of!

IS FOR RUNNING

Not only is running good for the lungs and heart but hitting the pavement releases those happy endorphins that leave one on a high after a workout. And with acres of greenery at both the Aspire and MIA Parks there’s even more reason to hit the ground running.

IS FOR SALSA

Instead of hours on the treadmill why not try Salsa? This smouldering Latin dance helps tone the lower body and can also pump up your calves, especially if you wear a pair of good dance shoes. Head over to Trader Vic’s at Hilton Doha every Saturday at 9pm and get your salsa on with Latino performers Salsa and Candela.

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IS FOR TRX Ever wondered what those dangling bands you see at the gym are? Known as suspension training, TRX works against gravity using one’s body weight and equipment to develop strength, balance, flexibility and core stability simultaneously. If you fancy monkeying around a bit InterContinental Doha’s fitness gym offers classes every Saturday.

IS FOR UNDWINDING

With the stress and grind that comes with living in a busy city like Doha it’s necessary to take ones health seriously. That’s why Bodylines at Oryx Rotana are offering special membership rates to help unwind your body and mind. Appointments will be on first come first serve basis, so hurry up!

IS FOR VITAMINS Feeling sluggish? You might be low on certain vitamins. But don’t fret a quick boost is all you need to get your system revved up and going. We suggest a trip to the Arabica Lounge at Four Seasons Doha where you can get your vitamin fix with their “Blend your Own” healthy smoothies, or stop by Animato at Movenpick Tower & Suites for a juice shot packed with vitamin C. www.ohlala-magazine.com

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IS FOR X-TREME WORKOUT

IS FOR water

If you’re tight on time and need to shed those pounds quickly then log on to Amazon.com and order the P90X Dvd set. The 90-day home fitness system is designed to get you in the best shape of your life but get ready to sweat itnobody said it would be easy!

Whether you want shinier hair, younger skin or a healthier body, a tall drink of water, eight to be specific, is the world’s best beauty elixir. So no matter where you go make sure to be toting a bottle or two with you to get those daily recommended 2 litres.

IS FOR YOGA

You only have to look at the likes of Jennifer Aniston and Gisele Bundchen to see the benefits of doing yoga. Although Qatar has several places offering the practice one place stands out - enter Yama Yoga, who over the past few years, have developed a cult following of Zen loving clients. Check out the plethora of classes they have to offer at www.yamayogastudios.com

IS FOR ZUMBA

For those of us who find the treadmill a tedious and boring workout that ends up usually discouraging rather than encouraging one to workout, then a switch to Zumba is just what the doctor, or trainer, recommends. The fast paced fun workout to Latin inspired music has hit the Doha shores and has us all dancing around. Give it a try at InterContinental’s The Bay Club to see what all the fuss is about. 86

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detox delight

Doha’s favourite spa Six Senses has an 80-minute treatment that will cleanse your body from the inside by getting rid of unwanted toxins. For QR750, enjoy a 30-minute body scrub with black sesame blended with the sensual Six Senses Spa oil, followed by a 50-minute full body signature massage. To complete the detox finish off with a replenishing detox juice of carrots and ginger. GO: For more information & reservations call 4425 6999

Superstar silhouette Hollywood’s go-to treatment, the LPG

slimming machine has trimmed and slimmed most of the red carpet A-listers and now you can get a taste of the muchcoveted treatment at the Doha Marriott Spa who are giving a special Introductory offer of 1 LPG treatment plus 20 per cent discount on personal training consultation with Adamou. GO: Call 4429 8520

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SWEET SENSATIONS

Confidence is always sexy and what better way to make one feel beautiful than a new luxurious addictive fragrance. Bath & Body Works have concocted a sophisticated blend of delicious and indulgent notes with their Velvet Sugar scent that will leave the wearer feeling incredibly delicious.

FIRM & TONE

This melting gel from L’Occiatne, with its patented combination of almond and rose buds, helps visibly define the figure with its powerful concentration of natural ingredients. The powerful formula aids in visibly refining the curves of the body making skin visibly tighter and firmer.

ANTICELLULITE

Using one of these mini brushes from The Body Shop in each hand scrub off harmful toxins that gather on the skin. This simple task takes no more than 7 minutes and helps improves lymph drainage thus improving cellulite.

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Pure Hapiness

Ohlala! features a Q&A with Frank Vöelkl, the creator of Marc Jacobs’ latest collection of fragrances – Daisy and Daisy Eau So Fresh – Delight, limited-edition perfumes, which offer a playful surprise, a delightful summertime palette of pleasure. “Vibrant, Happy, Spirited,” is how Frank Vöelkl describes the limited-edition perfumes, which offer a playful surprise, a delightful summertime palette of pleasure. “This perfume was going to be all about a delightful new twist on Daisy & Daisy Eau So Fresh that is fun, vibrant and happy, embodying the feeling of bright colours and a sensation of surprise,” he adds. What were the sources of inspiration to create this fragrance? Frank Vöelkl. The magnificent world of 88

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Daisy is always a huge inspiration when creating for this brand. I wanted to explore the youthful optimism and joyful feeling that is so fundamental to the brand, capturing that spirit of ‘playful, surprising, delightfully fun’ through the use of dewy fruits and fun florals. How would you describe this fragrance in your own words? FV. Daisy Delight is a fragrance with which you immediately can’t help but smile. The effervescent fruits and happy florals give a light-hearted, dewy juiciness that is luminous and vibrant. Daisy Eau So Fresh Delight is an invigorating

The fragrances are available starting this month from your favourite cosmetic outlets.

fragrance with sparkling energy. Playful fruits and sun-soaked florals give a cheerful sweetness that is bubbly and bright. Could you describe each facet in detail: top, heart and base? FV. Daisy Delight is a colourful expression of the Daisy signature – blooming with a vibrant burst of quince flower and iris, and brightened with crisp red apple. Sun-ripened woods and musks dry down to a warm base. Daisy Eau So Fresh Delight is lush and playful. This delectable twist on the original opens with an enticing rush of blood orange and exotic tiare tahiti, mingled with sweet raspberry. The velvety apricot skin leaves a lingering dry down effect. What makes this fragrance unique? FV. They are fresh, bright, and luminous; delightful twists on the loved originals. Describe the Daisy Delight woman? FV. These fragrances are for the young-at-heart who crave fun. The Daisy Delight girl seeks out moments that are playful and surprising. www.ohlala-magazine.com

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Diva Drives

Porsche Panamera S Hybrid Porsche style and power with truly green technology = guilt-free motoring!

o the untrained eye, the Porsche Panamera S Hybrid seems like any other Panamera S. It looks, behaves and drives like one. Inside, you have a gorgeous interior, four comfy seats, the usual buttons like the Sport and Sport Plus modes, the suspension adjustment, and so on. However, upon closer inspection, the telltale signs are there. First of all, you’ll see what looks like two fuel caps, but in fact one is for fuel, and

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one is for plugging the car into the mains, if you so choose. Then, the brake calipers in the corporate green of Porsche’s Emobility division. The same green also surrounds the ‘Panamera S’ emblem on the rear of the car, and the ‘e-hybrid’ signs on the side, and the needles on the instrument cluster are the same colour. And on the cluster, you’ll notice a gauge you won’t find in normal cars – the battery power gauge, which ranges from ‘charging’, where

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you’ll see the needle when you’re braking and the energy recovery system is charging the

The engine auto start/stop function shuts the engine

battery, right up to ‘boost’, where the torque

CO2 emissions, even if you’re still in drive. If, as is

from the electric motors is giving the engine a

often the case, you have to roll forward a few feet, the electric motor will take care of that if you just

boost in power when you plant the accelerator.

down if you roll to a halt in traffic to save fuel and

take your foot off the brake. Then, when you need to move off, simply press your foot to the accelerator to buttons enables the car to charge whilst driving, have the engine start up again instantaneously, and and the E-Power button switches to electric mode. off you go! The half hour it took to drive from Villaggio As you drive, you find charging the Mall to West Bay was battery almost becomes “When you leave the highway, a game. When you look enough to charge the battery half way, which you can switch to E-Power at the power battery is pretty impressive. That and cruise the suburbs on gauge, you can see means that when I got electric, and feel at one with when you brake that to the traffic light at the the needle goes down nature.” Sports rounadbout I into the charging zone, switched to E-Power with the push of a button, even if you only press the brakes softly. So, and drove through West Bay on fully electric instead of hitting the brakes hard for short mode. distances, you find yourself braking softly It’s quite eerie cruising along with nothing for longer distances, and literally watching but the subtle hum of the electric motors the battery charge increase! permeating the passenger cabin. I can certainly Then, when you leave the highway, you can see the appeal though. switch to E-Power and cruise the suburbs on The electric motor also works in heavy traffic too. electric, and feel at one with nature. Then there are the E-Power and E-Charge

buttons alongside the gear lever. The E-Charge

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From Market to Table

We followed four talented lady chefs as they made their way through colourful stalls and past passionate merchants on the hunt for the freshest produce to bring back to their kitchens at Oryx Rotana. It seems that organic and plucked out of the ground is what they like to serve up on their plates.

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Healthy eats

VERONICA REJOICE CAASI Sous Chef at Choices Restaurant Known as “Mama Chef ” to her female counterparts, this Filipina is a not only a force to be reckoned with on the kitchen floor but one the young female chefs at Oryx Rotana to turn to for guidance. “It is not about being the greatest chef but about trying to become someone who’s an inspiration, especially to all the lady chefs out there,” she boasts proudly. A true believer in home-style cooking, Chef Caasi prepares her food with love, an ingredient she has relied on throughout her career. She keeps her kitchen free of bad produce and as a true promoter of healthy eating advises, “to stay clear of preservatives and go for natural and fresh every single time.” Yet the petite woman can’t keep her finger off of French fries; a guilty pleasure she indulges in once in a while.

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POOJA SARMA Commis III, Pastry

“If I wasn’t working in pastry I would definitely be in the hot kitchen,” says Chef Sarma, “I love being in front of the oven, feeling the heat when the food is getting cooked.” The Indian chef knows how to come up with more than just cake and sweets, she’s a big fan of any fresh product she can get her hands on. “For those looking to eat healthy, I would say go for fresh meat not frozen. If you can get your vegetables straight from the ground that would be awesome!” But as far as nutrition goes, when it comes to chocolate, especially dark, this chef succumbs to temptation, which is nice to see that we’re not the only ones with a sweet tooth! OHLALA!

VIOLA MUTWOL Commis III, Cold Kitchen

A lover of vegetables thanks to a childhood filled with healthy habits promoted by a mother who used to, and still has a garden full of vegetables, Chef Mutwol is a poster child for veggie lovers. “I love rocket! Its peppery taste is amazing and wonderfully surprising – you’d never expect that of a vegetable,” says the beautiful tall Kenyan. When she’s not cooking she’s off on the beach just enjoying life, and maybe also treating herself to Chef Caasi’s guilty pleasure: French fries! “I love them! Especially when they’re homemade from freshly peeled potatoes” says Mutwol.

MICHIKO DSOUZA Commis I, Pastry & Bakery

The Mumbai native exudes a passion for baking that is unmistakable on meeting her. “It’s not just cooking, there’s a science involved,” she’ll share with you, “You watch it evolve, from a simple batter to something that comes to life - it’s simply amazing.” She tries to incorporate healthybased ingredients into her pastries, like substituting rich butter to extra virgin olive oil. Her newfound obsession with apples is charming, and she is slowly tapping into the various ways in which she can cook with this Vitamin rich produce.

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CHEF TIPS

BUTTER LETTUCE SALAD WITH ITALIAN DRESSING For Dressing ¾ cup Olive oil ½ cup Red vinegar 1 tbsp Grated parmesan cheese ½ tsp Honey ½ tsp Salt ½ tsp Dried oregano Pinch of pepper - In a small bowl, combine all ingredients and whisk continuously for about 3 minutes until all ingredients are properly incorporated together. Refrigerate briefly before serving over the salad. For Salad 3 heads Butter lettuce, torn ½ cup Pomegranate seeds ½ cup Avocado slices 1 tbsp Pistachio, roasted 1 tsp Fresh lemon juice - Place the lettuce in a large salad bowl with the avocado slices. Add in the lemon juice and mix lightly to prevent avocado from discoloring. Place the salad in a plate, toss in the pomegranate seeds and pistachio nuts and drizzle with the Italian dressing. Serve immediately.

TUNA TATAKI WITH BEETROOT VINO SAUCE, ROCKET LEAVES SALAD & NON-FAT COTTAGE CHEESE For the Tuna fish 150 gm Tuna loin or any fresh tuna 10 gm White sesame seeds Half a fresh lime 2 tbsp. Olive oil Salt and pepper to season Marinate tuna with freshly squeezed lime, salt and pepper then place the sesame seeds in a plate and roll the tuna until coated. Pre-heat a pan and drizzle with olive oil then sear all sides of tuna till golden brown and rare. For Beetroot sauce 1 tbsp. Olive oil 3 gm Chopped red onions 3 gm Chopped garlic 100 gm Beetroot boiled and cut into cubes 50. ml. White vino 5 ml. Worcestershire sauce Pinch of dried oregano salt and pepper to taste www.ohlala-magazine.com

Sauté the onions and garlic in olive oil then add the vino and reduce to half. Add the boiled beetroot and season with dried oregano, salt and pepper. Blend in a mixer till smooth. Keep warm For Cottage cheese 20 gm Non-fat cottage cheese 5 gm Chopped shallots 5 gm Chopped celery - Mix all together For Salad - Toss one serving of fresh rocket leaves in olive oil and keep as a side dish.

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HEALTH KICK

oing out for lunch or dinner doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t always have to mean eating bad; there are so many healthy options on the menu, you just have to know where to look! Take Tex-Mex hotspot Salsa at Doha Marriott: in between all the creamy guacamole and mouth-watering enchiladas we found the equally delicious yet figure friendly Ceviche. Here is how to make it at homeâ&#x20AC;Ś

INGREDIENTS 100 gms Hammour cubes 50 gms Shrimp dices 20 gms Tomato cubes 10 gms Onion chopped 2 gms Fresh Coriander coarsely chopped 5 gms Pickled Jalapeno Pepper sliced 5 tbsp. Olive Oil 5 ml Fresh Lemon Juice 1 g Salt 1 g Freshly cracked Pepper Method 1.Steam the hammour and shrimp cubes in boiling water with a touch of salt. 2.Cool the seafood dices and mix them with tomato cubes, chopped onions, olive oil and lemon juice. 3.Arrange it on a plate as per the picture and top with freshly cracked pepper and sliced jalapeno peppers. 4.Alternatively you can also top it with guacamole (avocado sauce)

GO: Salsa is open for dinner everyday, call 4429 8464 for more information and reservations.

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CONCHIGHLIE AL MELONE Bresaola and spring onions in a spicy sauce, refined with créme fraiche and green pepper, Completed by fruity Cantaloupe melon.

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DOING DOHA THE HEALTHY WAY Living a healthy lifestyle in Qatar is quite the task, with options galore tempting one left and right it’s easy to pick up bad eating habits. But not to fear, we picked five of the best health haunts Doha has to offer to help keep you on the right track!

and feta cheese give it that extra oomph the grain-like ingredient needs. The Pearl – Tel: 4016 6000

ARGO TEA

In need of a spot of afternoon tea but not keen to add inches to your sidelines? Well ditch the finger sandwiches and head to Argo Tea in Landmark Mall for some delicately brewed teas and healthy but delicious treats. The cafe offers specialty foods including pastries, sandwiches, salads, and quiches. They are also one of the few places in town that offer quinoa, where they soak the grain-like crop in tea leaves before cooking for a cool twist to your regular quinoa dish. Landmark Mall

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Serving some of the best Italian fare in town, this place has become a hangout for groups who love the casual atmosphere and the wood-fired oven pizza. But skim the menu and there you’ll find their true gems: their salads. Whether you go for the grilled halloumi with peppery rocca and sweet figs dish, or the Mediterranean infused vegetable salad, you’re in for a treat. Grand Hyatt Doha – Tel: 4448 1272

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DIET DELIGHTS

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Al Hilal – Tel: 4016 3040

With their yummy “Make your Own” sandwiches and salads you can pick and choose healthy ingredients that are just as nutritional as they are tasty. We suggest staying far away from creamy dressings as they pack more than their punch worth of calories. Don’t forget to load up though on spinach, corn, and red bell peppers which are full of healthy antioxidants.

We sometimes fall into a slump where all we need is something greasy and cheesy. Don’t fall off the health bandwagon completely; Diet Delight has you covered with their oven-crisp pizza. Prepared with whole-wheat flour and flax seeds, their healthy spin on the Italian favourite is just the thing to keep you slim and trim yet not hankering for anything bad. They also have guiltfree sweets to satisfy anybody who needs a sugar fix.

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The food here is marketed as healthy, with everything from special low carb options and gluten-free pasta to light desserts that won’t add to the waist. They’ve got a quinoa salad that’s so delicious and filling that one forgets one needs carbs in their life; bell peppers, ginger, 100 OHLALA!

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Art Corner

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The top artistic endeavours in April KHEIT COMPETITION - QATAR BRAZIL 2014 On April 20 at VCUQatar Atrium

15th Annual VCU Qatar Fashion Show This month the hottest ticket in town is for the Virginia Commonwealth University’s “Center Front” fashion show; Doha’s annual showcase for upcoming talent.

ETEL ADNAN: ART IS ONE OF THE ROADS TO PARADISE Ongoing until July 6 at Mathaf: Arab Museum of Modern Art Curated by Hans Ulrich Obrist and hosted by Mathaf, Lebanese-American artist, poet and playwright Etel Adnan presents a multidimensional exhibition, which takes us on a journey through 11 dimensions of artistic and literary oeuvre. Addressing a variety of concepts such as identity, war, and the dichotomy of home in her work, visit the inspiration of her surroundings and life experiences and get an insider’s look into the art, writings and thinking of Etel Adnan. 102 OHLALA!

The National Museum of Qatar is holding a competition between two universities to research, create and interpret cultural heritage through art and design. With a focus on textile and fashion design, students from Virginia Commonwealth University, Qatar and Belas Artes, Sao Paulo, Brazil will compete to create a final piece that incorporates heritage styles of both countries in a contemporary manner. The winners will then have the opportunity to create a garment that will be exhibited in both universities in May (Doha) and August (São Paulo).

nown amongst the fashion crowd in Qatar as THE fashion event of the year, the traditionally sold-out show is back once again for its 15th run. Showcasing the work of VCUQatar fashion design sophomores, juniors and seniors, this year’s “Center Front” show expects to launch the latter from students into successful designers, putting Doha on the world fashion map. The talented students will get the chance to present the work they have been researching, experimenting and creating at VCUQatar in a showcase of distinct and individual creative looks. The show, which is hosted by Salam at The Gate Mall, will offer a platform for fashion enthusiasts from across the region to come and experience as well as revel in the talent of some of the Middle East’s finest young designers. Tickets are available for purchase online and cost QR50, with proceeds going to support the costs of sending VCUQatar fashion design students on a Reach Out to Asia service trip to Bayat Vocational School in the Klaten region of Indonesia to teach locals art, design and crafts. Check out the shows which will be running from April 15 – 17

EVE ARNOLD – BEHIND THE VEIL Ongoing until Apr 12 at Katara Gallery 2, Bldg 18 A seminal photographic oeuvre by the “Grande Dame” of photography, Eve Arnold, this unique visual study of the women of Arabia presents some of her best ethnographic work. A master chameleon, Arnold shows the women of Afghanistan Egypt, Oman, Tunisia and the United Arab Emirates within the community; as mothers, sisters and wives but also as central figures who embark on an exciting journey towards modernity as industrious workers and individuals. www.ohlala-magazine.com

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SPORT CHIC

Fashion takes a laid back approach with luxe loungewear and sporty pieces taking centre stage. Get the look now with our high street favourites! 3

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NEW IN AT PINKO

Pinko’s new Spring Summer 14 line presents a sleek and urban look for the modern daygirl. The collection features pretty pastel numbers paired with edgy black for a sleek twist.

SCENT--/SATIONAL WITH FIFTY ONE EAST

Our favourite Givenchy scent has just gotten refreshed for the hot summer nights ahead with the new Very Irresistible L’Eau en Rose. Get a whiff of the bold and bright notes of the rose-based perfume at shopping haven Fifty One East.

PRETTY SOLES AT SHOE MART

For all those looking to update their shoe wardrobe for spring, a quick trip to Shoe Mart is definitely a must. Head over to check out their new collection of floral wedges, pastel sandals and their new midi-heel. 108 OHLALA!

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Team Effort

Jumping on the adrenaline bandwagon H&M is offering versatile pieces that are the epitome in workout cool.

Ready, set, Go!

Spanish high street favourite Bershka is pulling out all the stops with its Start Moving campaign. The new collection features easy to wear pieces that are just as stylish off the court as they are on it.

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WHERE TO BUY QRST

IJKL ABCD Alexander McQueen +974 4495 2231; Ali Bin Ali +974 4413 1391; Al Jaber Watches +974 447 7422; Armani Exchange +974 4416 1003; BCBG Max Azria +974 4450 7082; Bershka +974 4413 5583; Boots +974 450 4551; Boucheron +974 4425 7744; Burberry +974 4413 4551; Bulgari +974 4413 4568; Carolina Herrera +974 4413 4748; Celine +974 4413 4763; Chaumet +974 4495 3875; Chloe +974 4495 2181; Christian Louboutin +974 4450 7004; City Centre Doha +974 4483 9990; Desigual +974 4416 1851; D’NA +974 4002 7911; Dior +974 4413 4665; Dolce & Gabbana +974 4416 1007.

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EFGH Faces +974 4450 7189; Fendi +974 4460 09545; Fifty One East +974 4425 7777; Gap +974 487 6962; Giorgio Armani +974 4495 1921; Gucci +974 4413 4612; Hermes +974 4495 1911; Hoss Intropia +974 4450 7885; H&M +974 4450 7628.

Jo Malone +974 4451 7020; Katherine Pooley London +974 4407 7171; Karen Millen +974 4413 4503; Lacoste +974 4450 7191; Landmark Mall +974 4487 5222; Lagoona Mall +974 4433 5555; Louis Vuitton +974 4413 4928; L’Occitane +974 4450 7585.

MNOP MAC +974 483 9763; Mango +974 4487 4612; Massimo Dutti +974 4413 5109; Milly +974 4450 7084; Miss Selfridge +974 4413 5281; Miu Miu +974 44644 082; Omega +974 4451 9750; Oysho +974 4413 509; Paris Gallery +974 459 2060; Pinko +974 4413 5818; Prada +974 4464 4908; Promod +974 4450 7976; Pronovias +974 4416 1856; Pull & Bear +974 4413 5021.

QELA +974 4002 7594; Ralph Lauren +974 4413 5655; Rivaage Doha +974 4436 3640; River Island +974 4013 5285; Rivoli Arcade +974 4015 8667; Roberto Cavalli +974 4495 2151; Salam +974 4448 5555; Salsa +974 4413 5062; Salvatore Ferragamo +974 4495 1941; Sephora +974 4450 7345; Stella McCartney +974 4495 2281; Tag Heuer +974 4411 5969; Temperley London +974 4407 7183; The Closet +974 4442 2218; The Vanity Room +974 4495 3299; Tommy Hilfiger +974 4312 9899; Topshop +974 413 5015; Toujouri +974 4495 6244.

UVWY Uterque +974 4413 5580; Valentino +974 4416 1008; Van Cleef & Arpels +974 4416 9399; Vera Wang +974 4495 5157; Versace +974 4447 7333; Versace Collection +974 4413 5437; Villa Moda Qatar +974 4493 5651; Villaggio Mall +974 4413 5278; Vinicci +974 4450 7917; Zara +974 4413 4881; Zai Boutique +974 4409 2600.

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Spring is here

For the launch of her Spring/Summer 2014 Collection, designer Selina Farooqui invited the cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s high society and fashionistas for a private viewing at the W Hotel Doha.

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Timeless classics

Dohaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s fashion savvy descended on Ezdan Mall for the opening of famous Portuguese fashion brand Sacoor Brothers.

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First Look

To celebrate the launch of their new store Gelco, AlSiddiqi Retail and special guest Mrs. Angelika Storz-Chakarji, Ambassador of the Federal Republic of Germany, welcomed Dohaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s fashion savvy to a night of shopping therapy.

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Testing the senses

Oryx Rotana invited a bevy of VIP clientele to their “Darkness to Light” dinner benefiting ORBIS “saving sight worldwide”, which had guests blindfolded for dinner; a unique and first of its kind experience in town.

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the column

MISS OHLALA! The Boy Toy and the Cheetah

The first rule about dating a boy toy is you don’t fall in love with a boy toy. There are many benefits of dating a younger man, but just don’t take it too seriously because honey, he’s got nothing but time and you on the other hand are running out of it. Reality bites, you will rarely win this one. I know what your thinking? It seems to be going just fine for the likes of Jlo and Madonna and the rest of cougar town, the phenomenon of dating younger men has been somewhat normalized. So if you were getting fed up about not meeting the right man, you are probably thinking, he isn’t even born yet! So for the sake of distinction, this article is to discuss the relationship between the boy toy and the Cheetah (A) and not the Cougar (B), as the dynamics may not be the same. (A) Cheetah is a woman in her late 20’s or 30’s dating a man 5-10 years her senior. She is looking for a life partner and still has not formed a family. (B) Cougar is a woman in her 40’s or 50’s who has already been married, usually has children and is looking to have a good time. Pros • He will be grateful. He will look at you with awe and be so happy you let him in to your life. He will be intimidated thus at his best manners all the time. • He will boost your self-esteem. He will look at you with desire and make you feel like all those age defying moisturizers are not, as your mother says, a waste of money. • He will make you feel smart. You are more experienced, better travelled and have been working for longer years. Therefore everything you say is golden and must be true. A toy boy will not argue with you because he will assume you are right - which (let’s face it) clearly you are! • He will make you feel rich – Your apartment is fully furnished, your walk in closet is rammed with designer clothes you never wear, you pay for OSN full package with all the channels (only because you have to get the whole package to get E!) and 122 OHLALA!

you grocery shop at Megamart and Monoprix. Warning: he will never invite you over to his place and may never ever leave yours. • He will make you feel young again as you vicariously live through his stories, you find out about hip new venues and get exposed to fashions you probably would have never come across. And suddenly you know all the lyrics to the songs on the top 40’s. Cons • He will rarely mingle with your friends. He can deal with one old foggy but a whole bunch of them may be too much for him to handle. • He will never pay for dinner. Okay you don’t want to be old fashioned but isn’t it hard to respect a man who disappears every time the bill comes to the table? • He will unintentionally make you feel old. Like the day after a heavy night of partying he gets out of bed, goes for a jog, makes it to work on time, then meets up with friends and starts all over again. He rings you to join for drinks and finds out that you still haven’t left your bed. Thankful for that OSN now huh! • He will leave you. Or maybe you will leave him. But it will end because you want different things. At the end of the day you are an experiment and he knows ultimately that when he is ready to settle down, he will choose a younger girl that makes him feel smart, rich, and manly. Every rule may have an exception, but in general I would make sure to keep my feelings in check when enjoying the company of a boy toy. Keep it short and sweet, and move on before he does. Tata for now, until next time. Miss Ohlala!

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