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The beautiful new Homewares at Mailbox is open on Level One

his season is all about celebrating our brand new openings. Earlier this month, we launched Homewares at Mailbox which features some of the world’s most luxurious brands including our flagship stores, MADE.COM and Heal’s. To help you get to know our new arrivals a little better, we sat down with some of the faces behind the brands to discover their history, evolution of the brand, and take a look at their favourite products from the current collections available at Mailbox. Joined by Danish brand BoConcept, Italian design experts Calligaris, Design Quarter, bespoke furniture brand Wesley Barrell and lighting designer, iLite - all located on Level One - the arrival of homewares to Mailbox follows the recent opening of The Wedding Club and high-end skincare brand Flint + Flint. Our magazine would not be complete without taking a look at the latest offerings from our fashion and lifestyle stores. With Christmas looming, we run through the top products on our radar and the season’s biggest catwalk trends from our leading fashion brands.We also delve into winter’s must-have beauty products and take a look at the mouthwatering festive feasts on offer at some of our restaurants. Allowing you to make the most out of your time at Mailbox, we will show you all the benefits you can enjoy by downloading our app. From money can’t buy experiences, rewards and added features including booking a table at your favourite restaurant, the Mailbox app allows you to control your time at Mailbox at the touch of a button. From furniture to fashion, Mailbox has everything you need to make the most out this season.

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Editor-in-Chief Andrew Riley • Creative Director Mike Raven • Editorial Becky Weaver & Jade Woodhouse • Design Simon Konaszczuk All information is correct at the time of going to press. Please note that prices for items are subject to change so may vary from those mentioned, contact individual stores for definitive pricing information. No part of this magazine may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form, without prior permission. We make every effort to ensure that firms and organisations mentioned are reputable, however, we can give no guarantee that they will fulfil their obligations in all circumstances. Contributors’ opinions do not necessarily reflect those of the editor or of Mailbox Life. Any material submitted is done so at the owner’s risk, and the company can take no responsibility for the safe storage or return of such material. 4 | MAILBOXLIFE.COM

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Feeling Blue? Incorporate blue and brass accents into your home this season with these statement pieces.

Introducing the Mailbox App From exclusive offers to table bookings, make the most out of your experience at Mailbox from the palm of your hand.

Behind the Brand: MADE.COM We sit down with MADE.COM’s Chief Creative Officer, Jo Jackson to talk about the evolution of the timeless brand.

Introducing iLite and Calligaris From stylish lighting to bespoke furniture, take a look at our top product picks from iLite and Calligaris.

Behind the Brand: Heal’s CEO of Heal’s, Hamish Mansbridge discusses one of the country’s most historical luxury furniture brands.

Introducing Wesley Barrell and Design Quarter Bespoke furniture meets design-led collections as we round-up our must-have products from Wesley Barrell and Design Quarter.

Behind the Brand: BoConcept Country Manager UK and Ireland and Executive Retail Advisor Eastern Europe for BoConcept, Zoe Shields shares her insight on the Danish brand.

Introducing Castle Fine Art and Kitchen Gallery Complete your home with these stunning products all available from Castle Fine Art and Kitchen Gallery.

This season at Mailbox From festive feasts to the season’s biggest catwalk trends - here is everything you need to know about winter at Mailbox.

Your chance to WIN! Win up to £500 worth of luxury homewares accessories from Homewares on Level One.

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Feeling Blue? Now is the time to incorporate brass accents into your home. Pair with deep hues and velvet accessories for a luxurious, modern feel 6

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1. iLite Mirror £7,476, 2. Heal’s Wall clock brass £60, 3. Calligaris Fifties side chair, 4. MADE.COM Dellis rug in Inky Blue £249, 5. Heal’s Balmoral sofa from £3,299, 6. BoConcept Hexagon lantern £29, 7. MADE.COM Alana valet, brushed brass mirror £299, 8. BoConcept Twist vase £61, 9. BoConcept Imola chair in Blue Chester leather £4,055.

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Introducing the New Mailbox App

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Say hello to the brand new Mailbox app, helping you make the most out of your experience at the city’s premier shopping and lifestyle destination in the palm of your hand Reservations & Dining If you are heading out for dinner at Mailbox, you are sure to be spoilt for choice. From a romantic date night at Tom’s Kitchen to a Friday night meal with friends at Malmaison, booking a table at some of your favourite restaurants just got a lot easier with the app’s booking feature.

Mailbox Exclusive Club Every time you spend at a store - including homewares and restaurants, you will bag yourself points which you can redeem against an extensive range of rewards and experiences; all you have to do is upload an image of your receipt to the app. If you discover a reward or experience that really catches your eye, you can add it to your Wish List. Collect between 500 to 2,000 points and redeem against a selection of exclusive offers and limited edition gifts. Clock up to 2,000 to 5,000 points and unlock some incredible experiences, tailored to Exclusive Club members.

Mailbox Life Magazine Discover everything that Mailbox has to offer within the stylish Mailbox Life magazine. Filled with all the latest must-have homewares and fashion products, to the mouthwatering food and drinks available at restaurants and bars, this magazine is your go-to guide to explore everything at Mailbox. Plus, you will find interviews, pick up fashion and beauty tips and learn more about the brands and their stories.

Wish List

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Have you got your eyes set on something special in one of the stores at Mailbox? The Wish List allows you to save your favourite products at the touch of a button, so you can keep your eyes on the prize. Simply press and hold on an item you like the look of in the Mailbox Life magazine and tap ‘add’. Your dream product will be ready and waiting for you.

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I Interview

Behind the Brand: MADE.COM We sit down with MADE.COM’s Chief Creative Officer, Jo Jackson, to talk about the evolution of the brand

PROFILE:

Jo Jackson, Chief Creative Officer

What attracted you to work for MADE.COM? Fundamentally, it was the importance of making design accessible to everyone. It is about being able to furnish your home with beautiful, well made modern designs at a realistic, uninflated cost. It is an online-native business at heart, so most imporatanly it is a brand built on tech and innovation, designed to challenge the norm and disrupt the industry. I love that. Since your time with the company, how have you seen it progress and develop? I have just joined in the last two months, but I have been a fan of the brand since it launched seven years ago. Next in the pipeline is MADE TalentLAB, which we have just launched. It is essentially a crowdfunding style platform for new designers to get their ideas made. Anyone can upload 8 | MAILBOXLIFE.COM

their design idea, and customers then pledge a small, refundable deposit on the items they would most like to buy. Looking forward, we are excited to be opening strategic showroom experiences across Europe. After Birmingham, we will be looking to renovate and expand our London showroom early next year to create a flagship brand experience that will blur the boundaries between digital and physical retail.

and choice at the right price by cutting out all the middlemen to bring you a top quality product, with a lower price. We work directly with the maker to produce in smaller batches, rather than mass producing and holding a lot of stock around the world. That means you do sometimes have to wait a bit longer for your items to be delivered, but the pay off is getting unique products designed and made, for a better price.

What does MADE.COM aim to provide for its customers? The whole ethos of the brand is to bring modern, designer furniture and homewares to customers at an accessible price, without compromising on quality. We are able to make small batches of products, reacting to trends and demands. We have three new collections arriving every week, so you need to be quick to grab things, as some don’t stay online for long!

For people that may not be aware of MADE.COM, how would you summarise the brand? We believe that great design is for everyone. Ning Li (Founder) first came up with the idea of MADE.COM when trying to kit out his own flat in Paris. He was so frustrated by the lack of inexpensive, good quality furniture that he felt there had to be an alternative. So he founded a team of designers and set about re-defining the process. The concept was obvious: simplify things, work directly with the makers and bring high-end lifestyle design to everyone, everywhere at a fair price.

You have had a pop-up store in the city in the past, what attracted you to opening a permanent space in Birmingham and Mailbox? We know we have a huge existing customer base in and around Birmingham. Even though we are a digital business, and that most people are very happy to just buy online, there is also a certain demographic of our customers that like to look and feel the quality of our products in real life. We wanted to give our Birmingham customers a place to see a selection of our ever-growing catalogue of products. MADE.COM believes in creating products that offer original furniture at fair prices. What do you think the brand will bring to customers at Mailbox? This is a place to see the quality of our products, and the breadth of what we make. Recently we have expanded into small homewares, gifting and even wearables, so we have some of that on show at Mailbox as well for customers to browse. What makes the company unique? Our products and pricing. We have a blend of designs that we do in-house and the rest is collaborations with new and established designers. Just because you do not want to spend thousands on a sofa, does not mean you have to buy the same as everyone else. Our purpose is to give our customers freedom

What is your favourite product available in-store and why? I love this Alana valet stand (pictured right). It comes in other finishes, but I am obsessing over copper details in my home at the moment. This is a great, compact and on-trend storage solution for a small guest room; wardrobe, side stand and mirror all in one! It is all movable so it would fit into even the tightest space and still look great. I would pair it with the Margot accent chair (pictured right) for an extra lavish bedroom look, it is one of our most lust-worthy items at the minute. Find MADE.COM on Level One

Style it Well Jo says: “Accents of copper will add a modern touch to any home.”

This magazine rack is a stylish storage solution. Bendt wire magazine rack in copper £18

“We believe that great design is for everyone.”

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Shop the Brand: MADE.COM The brand that cuts out the middleman to offer you original designs at affordable prices

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1. Molvena watch £49, 2. Cullen wall clock marble £49, 3. Julianne 3 seater sofa £999, 4. Iris set of 3 ring holders £16, 5. Asta vase £49, 6. Abelone large cactus ball vase £39, 7. Fonteyne dressing table £349, 8. Newberg cutlery set £129, 9. Alana side table £99, 10. Pop candle £30, 11. Iris phone amplifier £25, 12. Alana king size bed £449.

Lite it up With the biggest range of luxury lighting in the UK, iLite provides a unique array of lighting solutions, featuring designer brands such as Swarovski, Terzani and Foscarini. Whether you are looking for a statement chandelier or simply just updating your office lamp, iLite offers a stunning range of options with you in mind.

Introducing Calligaris Founded in 1923 as an artisan workshop for woodworking, the Italian brand prides itself on functional, contemporary furniture Using wood from nearby mountains, Antonio Calligaris built the family business on the production of handmade chairs over 90 years ago, and now with stores all over the world, Calligaris has gone from strength to strength.

MAKE A STATEMENT Go bold with Calligaris’ statement designs

With each piece of furniture being tastefully and meticulously designed to suit the needs of the customer, Calligaris offers a variety of innovative, modern homewares that are built to last. From simplistic, streamlined dining chairs to jacquardwoven rugs, there is something for every living space, regardless of shape or size. Calligaris currently boasts 620 sales points internationally and a growing collection of products, with a large team of expert designers, architects, artisans and specialist employees. The product range is elegant, modern and, most importantly, designed to make everyday life that little bit easier. Despite a constantly evolving catalogue to keep up with ever-changing homewares trends, the ethos of Calligaris remains the same.

Here are some of our favourite pieces

1. The Selene suspension light £4,605 This stunning Swarovski Spectra Crystal light is a bold, dramatic addition to your home.

Find Calligaris on Level One

Clockwise from left: Esagono rug £488 Vortex table £960 Pixi rug £488 Sweet sofa £3,377

2. The Geo spot pendant £1,680 These chic, spherical pendants by Inarchi combine sculpture with interior design.

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I Interview

Behind the Brand: Heal’s Hamish Mansbridge, CEO of Heal’s, discusses one of the country’s most historical luxury furniture brands

PROFILE:

Hamish Mansbridge CEO

Heal’s is one of the country’s most historical luxury brands, can you tell us a little bit about its history and heritage. Heal’s has been going for over 200 years. We believe it is the oldest furniture shop in the UK and it is certainly the most prestigious. Heal’s was the first company to bring proper feather mattresses to the UK (before that you would have been sleeping on a straw paliasse); we were also amongst the first to sell electric light fittings. We converted our factory to make parachutes during the war and restored the Buckingham Palace banqueting table for the Queen’s Silver Jubilee. We are very proud of our past, but only if it helps make us even better in the future. 12 | MAILBOXLIFE.COM

Tell us a bit about your background. I have been really lucky with my career and learned my trade at two other great retailers, The White Company and the Snow & Rock Group. I am immensely proud to lead such an iconic business, I feel a real sense of responsibility not just to the current team and our owners, but also to the 200 plus years of history. Since your time with the brand, how have you seen it progress and develop? When you are privileged enough to run a business like Heal’s you have to understand the DNA of the brand and ensure that it is not lost. In my two years with the brand I have taken a gradual approach to change with the aim to improve all aspects of the way we work. We have introduced a Guaranteed Lowest Price scheme on core pieces that will never get reduced, started a Heal’s to Home scheme that gets certain products to you within two weeks, alongside bringing in approachable, accessible price points. Our Morten and Brunel ranges include beds, tables and sofas, all priced below the £1000 mark – the perfect pieces to furnish a first home with. Almost all of our products are hand-crafted to order in small workshops in the UK and Europe. We have also recently launched a bespoke sofa service called Designed by You, a market-leading response to the demand for personalisation and bespoke furniture solutions - you can choose your fabric, legs and design. This is the first store in the company’s history that has opened in the Midlands. What attracted you to Birmingham? I think the Midlands has been under-served for quality, aspirational home furnishings for a very long time, and as our second city, Birmingham is the obvious place to address that. It has definitely gone through a real rejuvenation over the last few years. For people who may not be familiar with Heal’s, how would you sum it up? The home of design since 1810. Heal’s prides itself on designing and creating contemporary furniture, what do you think the brand will bring to Mailbox? It is all about being relevant and contemporary but without losing sight of the incredible history that makes Heal’s so unique. We are

Style it Well Hamish says: “The smallest things can make the biggest difference to your home.”

Add a touch of luxe to your sofa with this cashmere cushion. Cashmere cushion £99

This simple statement lamp is the perfect addition to any side table. Joule table lamp £89

This Coastal Breeze scented candle is a timeless classic. Heal’s Collection candle £25

“Heal’s stands for three things: design, craftsmanship and quality.” bringing an edited collection of fabulous products to showcase what Heal’s stands for in a beautiful environment. I want it to be a joy to come and shop or just browse and be inspired at the new Heal’s store at Mailbox on Level One. What do you aim to provide for your customers? We aim to be the destination for design and inspiration for your home. Heal’s stands for three things: design, craftsmanship and quality. I want people to come in and be able to experience it and get excited by what we do.

What do you think makes your store unique? I don’t think anywhere else can offer the level of design and craftsmanship that goes into each and every one of our products, both Heal’s own pieces and our carefully curated set of internationally recognised designers and brands. There are lots of copies of famous designs out there, but if you want the authentic product you have to come to Heal’s. What is your favourite product and why? My chosen item is the Matera Sofa (above),

which is made from buttery-soft aniline leather and retails at £2,799. It takes its name from the southern Italian town where it is made. It is sleek, sophisticated and contemporary in an Italian style that is still incredibly comfortable - fusing great design with the ultimate in comfort, at a great price. We have also chosen it as one of the pieces that will be in the window of our Mailbox store, don’t let that put you off sitting on it though! Find Heal’s on Level One MAILBOXLIFE.COM | 13

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SOFA ENVY Be the envy of all of your friends with the Richmond sofa

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Over two centuries since Heal’s opened its doors, the brand remains rich in heritage, offering innovative interiors whilst supporting emerging talent

Brass is everywhere this season, turn to page 6 and find out how to master muted metals

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1. Charles Lethaby Candle holder £50, 2. Heal’s Richmond teal velvet sofa £1,999, 3. Bristol Weaving Mill Furrow textured throw £159, 4. One Nine Eight Five Velvet labrinyth cushion £85, 5. One Nine Eight Five Tassel cushion £125, 6. Carmen Lyngard tube vase £169, 7. Heal’s Junction lamp £129, 8. Heal’s Fine edge gold mirror £299, 9. Wallis Leather armchair £2,599, 10. Heal’s Black rose & walnut reed diffuser £32. 14 | MAILBOXLIFE.COM

Master Table Italian designed solid oak table ÂŁ1,848

Be Iconic with Design Quarter

Sir Terence Conran

Now showcasing its stunning collections for the first time in Birmingham Featuring a carefully curated collection of contemporary furniture from a variety of brands and designers including the iconic Sir Terence Conran, Italia Living, and SITS, Design Quarter exists to help you create the perfect home with ease. Find Design Quarter on Level One

A British Classic: Wesley Barrell Bladon armchair

Dedicated to the continuation of traditional upholstery skills, Wesley Barrell is committed to producing furniture using the best craftsmanship techniques Sustainability also plays an important role in the brand ethos, with natural materials, recycled packaging and British natural wool being used where possible. Alongside various sofa styles, Wesley Barrell has an extensive range of cabinet furniture, wallpaper and home accessories to give your home a perfect finish. Find Wesley Barrell on Level One

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I Interview

Behind the Brand: BoConcept BoConcept’s Country Manager UK and Ireland, Zoe Shields shares her insight after 16 years with the Danish brand

PROFILE:

Zoe Shields Country Manager Uk and Ireland Executive Retail Advisor Eastern Europe

How did you become involved with BoConcept and what attracted you to work for the company? BoConcept has been in the UK for 17 years and I’ve worked there for 16 years, so since the early days. I started working as a Store Manager and focused on opening stores, then I worked in the UK-based head office taking care of customer service and logistics. I then focused more on the buisness to business side of things, working with architects and designers on big projects. About 10 years ago, I moved back into retail and I have had the Country Manager’s role in the UK since then. I also take care of Eastern Europe and Ireland, which involves quite a lot of travelling. Typically, I try to be in every store three to four times a year and there are 40 in total. The brand has been designing and manufacturing for over 60 years. Since your time with BoConcept, how have you seen it progress and develop? It has changed a lot, we now have a much wider product selection. For example, when I started we only sold one type of sofa, the Indivi 16 | MAILBOXLIFE.COM

sofa. It is still one of our bestselling models, but at the time that was our only sofa design, whereas now we have over 20 different sofa models in the collection. What do you aim to provide for your customers? There are a few key things that make up BoConcept’s DNA, one is our free interior design service. We have qualified designers working in all the stores who go out to customers’ homes to really get to grips with how they live and how to help them design a space that suits their needs. The customisation element is also really important because within our product range we produce and manufacture everything. We have so many different options so you are getting close to having a bespoke product which is specific to your own individual taste. With Denmark at its core, how does the brand maintain Danish designs elements through its products? One of the things at our core is functionality. A product should always be beautiful, but it should also have good function, and that is very much the ethos behind Danish design. Most of our designers are actually Danish - it is all about simple lines, clean design and beautiful materials. We are about quality products that are built to last rather than something that has been mass-produced. What attracted you to opening in Birmingham? We have wanted to be here for a long time; this opportunity was just perfect because we’re coming together with all the other brands to bring this home destination to Birmingham, something which is really lacking in the city centre.

What experience can customers expect when they come in-store? We always want to find the best solutions for our customers. You will always get a warm welcome in our stores, our staff are very welltrained and attentive to customers’ needs. Service is so important in our business and we hope that every customer has a first-class experience whilst feeling at home within a relaxed, cosy environment. For people that may not be familiar with BoConcept, how would you sum it up? Clean lines, good function and customisation. Our interior design service is also at the heart of what we do. What makes the brand unique? A lot of it is about the people who work for BoConcept as they are all so passionate. They love the brand so much, which is infectious for our customers and they often end up feeling the same way towards it. It is not just about the products, it is about a lifestyle, which customers aspire to achieve. What is your favourite product available in-store and why? I chose the Imola chair because it is such a beautiful statement piece and one that is quite iconic to BoConcept. The inspiration for the design came from a tennis ball being unfolded. It is quite unusual that you have a piece of furniture that is so beautiful and feels really comfortable at the same time; it tends to be the really comfortable chair that is the ugly one. The Imola chair is sophisticated and elegant in whatever position you put it in. It is also really adaptable with different interiors. Find BoConcept on Level One

Style it Well Zoe says: “Pair the Imola chair with smooth leathers and muted metals for a chic, understated look.”

Go matt and refresh your style with this contemporary lamp. Satellite table lamp £399

Remove the lid from this modern side table to reveal hidden storage. Valencia side table £289

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Shop the Brand: BoConcept Attention to detail and customisable elements are key to the BoConcept philosophy; a brand inspired by Danish simplicity and clean lines

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1. Pine Cone lamp from £479, 2. North dish £64, 3. Tone mirror £329, 4. Living salt and pepper mills £89, 5. Air vase £45, 6. Wire stool £149, 7. Bordeaux console table £899, 8. Stockholm table lamp £279, 9. Adelaide sofa £2,099, 10. Hyacinth rug £1,239, 11. Velvet cushion £62. 18 | MAILBOXLIFE.COM

From family dinners to lavish parties, your kitchen is the heart of your home. So when it comes to redesigning, the talented and friendly team at Kitchen Gallery will work closely with you to help create your dream kitchen. The largest SieMatic dealer in the Midlands, Kitchen Gallery’s flagship store at Mailbox boasts a private VIP design room that showcases SieMatic’s three stunning collections: Urban, Pure and Classic. Find Kitchen Gallery on Level One

The Heart of your Home Kitchen Gallery

Express Yourself Castle Fine Art Choosing art that reflects your taste and personality can turn a house into a home. If you are looking to add your own finishing touches, Castle Fine Art is filled with original and limited edition art from some of the country’s most talented artists. Whether you are purchasing your very first piece, or you are the proud owner of a growing collection, you can browse through the gallery’s stunning array of works that adorn the walls in a relaxed and contemporary atmosphere. Find Castle Fine Art on Level One MAILBOXLIFE.COM | 19

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Refresh your formal attire with checkered prints this winter. From Stella McCartney to Mulberry, the retro print hit A/W catwalks with a bang. This Paul Smith Cocoon Coat (£775) is the perfect way to embrace the trend.

Isabel Marant Farren cropped wool blend jumper, £550, Harvey Nichols

NEUTRAL KNITWEAR Aneso Pink leather court shoes, £129, Daniel Footwear

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For a season synonymous with wrapping up, it is no surprise that wool-blend garments are everywhere this winter. Layer up with highneck jumpers, loose-fit trousers and plenty of cable-knit.

This season at Mailbox!

FLINT + FLINT NEW STORE OPEN NOW

As well as homewares, there’s plenty more to do and see at Mailbox Birmingham. Take a look at some of our favourites for autumn/winter

Fenty Beauty Galaxy eyeshadow palette, £39, Harvey Nichols

Flint + Flint Energising, nourishing & repairing serum 50ml, £49

NEW STYLE: For a stylish, minimalist take on the classic suit, opt for an all-black look paired with key accessories. Black never goes out of style, so this versatile look will work for every occasion.

Following success in Manchester, the luxury skincare brand has landed at Mailbox. Expect premium but affordable skin solutions for everyday use and expert in-store treatments.

Paul Smith Tailored cotton shirt, £130

BOSS Trousers in Virgin Wool, £149

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Fenty Beauty Cosmic Gloss lip glitter, £16, Harvey Nichols

Get your hands on the Fenty Beauty Holiday Collection, which recently landed exclusively at Harvey Nichols, and add some glitter and gloss into your makeup routine. This galaxyinspired collection is compiled of statement metallics and bold shades so do not be afraid to experiment.

MEN’S ESSENTIAL LOOK Larsson & Jennings Chain metal gold-plated watch, £225, Harvey Nichols

EVERY WEEK END!

Festive Feasting HAVE A HARVEY NICHOLS CHRISTMAS Celebrate Christmas in the most stylish way at Harvey Nichols Birmingham. Take a seat in the store’s luxurious restaurant and indulge in some divine food specially designed to mark the festive season. With a stunning array of choices, ranging from confit duck terrine to spiced smoked haddock and Harvey Nichols’ very own Christmas pudding, winter dining at the Mailbox has never tasted so good. Prices start from £25 for two courses.

FESTIVE ENTERTAINMENT Get in the festive spirit at Mailbox this season with live music taking place in the Urban Room. Kicking off on Friday, November 24 (Black Friday) and running every weekend up until Saturday, December 23, take a break from picking up your gifts and relax with a drink at Tom’s Kitchen Deli.

BABY IT’S COLD OUTSIDE Have yourself a social little Christmas at Gas Street Social. This winter the trendy bar and restaurant will once again be transformed into Lapland, kitted out with ski lodges, winter cocktails and party igloos where you can enjoy the delicious festive food on offer. Available from Monday, November 20 right up until Christmas Eve, the cosy igloos are the perfect place for a festive gathering with friends or work colleagues, complete with blankets to wrap up in. Book your igloo online at gasstreetsocial.co.uk.

THE WEDDING CLUB HAS OPENED ITS DOORS Mailbox recently welcomed The Wedding Club to Level One, with a variety of designer collections from the likes of Berta, Jenny Packham and Charlie Brear. The Wedding Club, which was born in Birmingham but has stores in London’s Knightsbridge and South Kensington, opened at Mailbox in September and offers exquisite dresses to brides-to-be in the city. Combining fashion with bridalwear, The Wedding Club has evolved into one of the most in-demand bridal stores in the business, stocking gowns that dare to be different. With dresses appearing on multiple red carpets, the brand accompanies Mailbox’s existing highend stores including Paul Smith, Calvin Klein Underwear and L.K. Bennett. The Wedding Club is open from 10am-7pm every Monday-Saturday, and 11am-5pm on Sunday.

PRIVATE CHRISTMAS DINING AT TOM’S KITCHEN Whether it is dining with friends, family or work colleagues, Tom’s Kitchen has got Christmas covered with a spectacular private dining menu. Available from Monday, November 20 - Saturday, December 30, diners can choose from two packages that offer a spectacular selection of courses, created by Michelin-starred chef, Tom Aikens. With two wine packages to choose from, Tom’s Kitchen has everything to make your Christmas special. Packages start from £37.50 per person. MAILBOXLIFE.COM | 21

! Your chance to win

Up to £500 Worth of Luxury Homeware Accessories To celebrate the opening of Homewares at Mailbox we’re offering one lucky reader the chance to win a gift box of accessories worth up to £500 To be in with the chance of winning accessories from Heal’s, BoConcept, Calligaris, Design Quarter and Wesley Barrell, simply answer the following question:

Homewares can be found on which level of Mailbox Birmingham: a. Level One b. Level Two c. Level Three

Click here for your ch ance to win!

Products shown are for illustrative purposes only. Terms and Conditions: One winner will be selected at random from all valid entries received. The competition closes on 10/12/2017 with the winner being contacted directly. A maximum of one entry per reader and the prize is non-exchangeable. 22 | MAILBOXLIFE.COM

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TONI&GUY ESSENSUALS

0871 906 9060

GAS STREET SOCIAL

FINE & COUNTRY

0121 643 0362

0121 643 3311

0121 272 6800

GOURMET BURGER KITCHEN

JAMES BUSHELL HAIR SALON*

0121 633 8564

GIEVES & HAWKES

HARVEY NICHOLS BAR & RESTAURANT

0121 399 0221

0121 616 6021

0121 616 6028

HARVEY NICHOLS

*Beauty services at Harvey Nichols

0121 616 6000

MILLER & CARTER

HOMEWARES

H20 CAR VALETING

0121 643 7738

0845 0177 701

NANDO’S

L.K.BENNETT

0121 643 5123

BOCONCEPT

0121 634 3156

PENNYBLACKS

0121 661 4980

PARKING

0121 632 1460

CALLIGARIS

0121 632 100

PIZZA EXPRESS

0121 632 1000

PAUL SMITH

0121 633 8564

DESIGN QUARTER

0121 643 5100

RED PEPPERS

0121 632 1000

RIBBLE CYCLES

0121 643 4202

HEAL’S

0121 634 3468

STRADA

0121 740 0604

TESCO EXPRESS

0121 643 727

KITCHEN GALLERY

0121 695 9540

TOM’S KITCHEN 0121 289 5111

ZIZZI 0121 632 1333

0121 272 7880

THE WEDDING CLUB

MADE.COM

0121 440 8276

0121 227 3387

TOMMY HILFIGER

WESLEY BARRELL

0121 643 8060

0121 289 5190

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OPENING TIMES:

Mailbox can be easily accessed via Birmingham New Street.

Monday – Saturday 10am – 7pm

BY BUS

Sunday 11am – 5pm

Birmingham has an extensive bus network, connecting the city to the wider region.

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BY CAR

Whether entering the city from the north, south, east or west follow signs for the city centre. Mailbox is conveniently linked to the major road networks and offers up to 686 car parking spaces.

BARS & RESTAURANTS: Monday – Sunday 10am – Late

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