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C O N T E N TS STYLE WITH 08 The Kardashian sisters hit the UK now’s your chance to dress like a Hollywood (reality) star!

012 The style chart what’s hot this Christmas, ready for your lust list

Burberry’s Christopher Bailey

STYLE FOR BEAUTY 042 Beauty news great gift ideas, party make-up and festive fragrance, luxe-style 044 Gift of beauty A pampering present is the perfect Christmas treat

045 Party favours A radiant glow and shimmering lips are the hottest way to light up your party look

048 Five minutes with… Francois Nars, founder of the gorgeous makeup brand NARS

017 Rebel yell get your goth on with these dramatic new looks from Bullring

STYLE FOR MEN

023 Label we love Folli Follie is a treasure trove

048 Style news searching for the perfect winter coat, tux or tie? We’ve got the goods

of jewellery, bags and accessories, just in time for Christmas

024 For day, for night our pick of the best festive

050 Gifts for him helping you find the perfect gift for the man who has everything

looks from House of Fraser, to take you from day to party all night

051 Grooming news put these gifts on your letter to Santa and you’ll be set until spring

032 New looks for winter Style Birmingham edits the key pieces for mid-season shopping

054 Trend report knitwear: wrap up warm in style this winter

STYLE FOR WOMEN

055 Accessorise this how to add style to your

026 Fashion news the hottest new trends to try

look with one or two investment pieces

and ideas for your party lookt

056 Gadget geek fabulous gadgets, ideal gifts for 028 Blow the budget because Christmas calls for

Christmas

indulgence on a grand scale...

030 Gifts for her from chic handbags to stunning jewels, it’s a fashionista’s wish-list

STYLE SOCIAL 058 Social news all you need to know for the best night on the town

037 UGG style give the gift of sheepskin, shearling, fashion and fur this Christmas

060 Food and drink news get ready to indulge with our irresistible festive fare, wine, and canapé recipes

038 Lustre on winter jewels tell a gothic and glam story

067 Food reviews dining out this weekend? Check out our reviews first …

039 Twilight classic LBDs vamp up, shot through with gold and wrapped in lace and velvet

070 Clubs in Birmingham with Will Power

040 Winter wonderland interiors take their cue from the beauty of a frozen landscape

078 What’s on check out these hot dates for your festive diary

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T H E K A R DA S H I A N S

TA K E G B

A s t h e s u p e r - g l a m s ta r s o f t h e i r o w n r e a l i t y T V e m p i r e , t h e K a r d a s h i a n s i s t e r s a r e d r e s s e d t o i m p r e s s at a l l t i m e s . B u t ca n t h ey wo r k t h e i r m ag i c o n t h e h i g h s t r e e t ?

We ta k e a l o o k at T h e K a r d a s h i a n K o l l e c t i o n , a s i t l au n c h e s i n t o D o r o t h y P e r k i n s , B i r m i n g h a m

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ARM KANDY

THE POWER OF THREE

The sisters certainly know their bags. Years of collecting the finest designer arm-wear meant that, when it came to creating their own range, the Kardashians put handbags to the fore. The Kardashian Kollection is strong on gorgeous, affordable bags: this is our edit of the best

N ow you t o o ca n d r e s s l i k e a K a r da s h i a n s i s t e r . . .

Chain £55

Glamorous lives, luxury homes, designer

bandage dress, as well as the lace panel pencil

wardrobes and superstar boyfriends: that’s

skirt, satin trim city shorts and the leopard

the life of a Kardashian sister. Kourtney,

print mini dress. For more daytime looks the

Kim and Khloé have put their Hollywood

Kourtney, Kim and Khloé jeans are perfect for

lifestyle on temporary hold and come to the

every shape and can be worn with a tailored

UK to launch their new line of fashion with

blazer and beautiful lace shoulder detail blouse.”

Dorothy Perkins.

Prices range from a very affordable £12 to a top

Fittingly, it’s just in time for party season. The

price of £75 and the pieces come in sizes 8-16.

Kardashian Kollection is made for a packed

There are black trousers in a range of shapes

diary of nights out, celebrations and fun lunches

– skinny, bootleg and regular cut, as well as

with friends: it’s full of wow factor dresses,

leggings with figure-flattering panels. The

body-con

separates

jackets are tailored to

and glitzy accessories.

accentuate the waist,

If you’re looking to

and

make an impact at a

ignored, as the line also

party this Christmas,

contains several rather

shop the Kollection so you can work it like a Kardashian.

The 100 piece collection sees tailored pieces work alongside shapes

flattering and

party

dresses, which embody the women’s signature styles. If you’ve ever looked

at

paparazzi

pics of the Kardashians immaculately

dressed

at an A-list event, this is

“ IF YOU’RE LOOKING TO MAKE AN IMPACT AT A PARTY THIS CHRISTMAS, SHOP THE KOLLECTION.”

your chance to pick up

daytime

isn’t

elegant chiffon blouses and loose tops in funky colours.

Shopper £55

Our highlights? A rockchick zip-covered biker jacket, long-sleeved slub gold sequin dress, pink

Drawstring £45

tulip shaped dress (that has echoes of Victoria Beckham’s own fashion range), and a well-cut lace-pattern

trench

that could be Burberry

bohemian

Kim says “I always

chic with floaty drape-

try and buy timeless

sleeve blouses or, if

pieces. I avoid fashion

you’re feeling brave, steal Kim’s red carpet

fads that are totally out by the next season”, and

glamour in a ‘look at me’ dress in leopardskin

it’s obvious that her ethos has influenced the

or lace. Younger sister Khloé’s edgier dressing

Kardashian Kollection. We may not all have the

has translated into playful prints and a mix of

Kardashians’ amazing figures, but there’s plenty

textures, meaning the KK line has something for

in the new range to suit: body-con dresses can

everyone.

be softened with a waiter’s short jacket, leather-

The sisters worked with fashion expert Bruno

look leggings covered with a tunic top in animal

Schiavi to create the collection. “Having worked

Blue clutch £30

patterns and neutral

Prorsum.

a few style secrets. Steal Kourtney’s

Tan shopper £55

Fringe £40

Evening bag £30

print, or city shorts balanced with a loose shirt.

with the girls closely, I feel that there are great

One thing’s for sure: the Kardashian Kollection is

outfits for every occasion” he says. “Key party

going to fly off the shelves...

must-haves include the black or red ottoman

The Kardashian Kollection is available at Dorothy

dress, the sequin jacket and gold bodycon

Perkins now.

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GET THE LOOK: KIM

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GET THE LOOK: KOURTNEY

Polka dot £40

Lace panel £50

Purple top £32

Blouse £30

Pink £40

Gold blazer £50

Clutch £25

Leopard £40

Red £40

Waiter jacket £45

Envelope bag £30

Shorts £30

Purple £50 Gold clutch £30 Pencil skirt £32 Leggings £28

Gold long sleeve £45

Black trousers £38

Gold bandage £50 Trench £75

Zip jacket £55

GET THE LOOK: KHLOÉ

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STYLE EXPERT

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I f i t ’ s h o t, i t ’ s h e r e : t h e m u s t - h av e s w e ’ r e o b s e s s i n g a b ou t r i g h t n ow

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Go wild in the country. Rock the wildlife trend with these gorgeous and witty fox earrings, £10 from Freedom at Topshop.

If you can’t wear glitter and gold at Christmas, when can you? Jimmy Choo lights up party month with the most beautiful bag of the year: £875, at Harvey Nichols.

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If these rococo beauties from Office, £70, don’t get you noticed at the New Year bash, there’s no hope for womankind. Expect the hidden platform to give you a real lift...

It could be Vivienne Westwood, but look closer and you’ll see the label says Dorothy Perkins. This sexy, tailored dress has a much more budget-friendly price of £50 too.

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Add this understated silver blazer to dresses, tees, jeans: it’s the most versatile piece of the season, and a snip at just £49 from Miss Selfridge.

Tricky to wear, maybe, but the cape is the key piece of winter and oh-so-chic.

Take your orders from the military capes seen on the catwalks at Vuitton, Valentino and Alexander McQueen.

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We can’t get enough of the ankle boot trend.

Easy to wear, and they go with everything from party dresses to skinny jeans: what’s not to love? This unusual pair is £55 from Wallis.

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1. If you buy only one piece of jewellery this winter, make it a statement ring. Cocktail rings evolve into showpieces for party season: we love the pretty rose gold charm on this one, £65 by Folli Follie in Selfridges.

With embellishment still topping the fashion agenda, a beaded and bejewelled dress is a fabulous choice for parties.

This Sixties-inspired one, £249 from Monsoon, could be vintage Biba.

It’s all about the slim, streamlined silhouette for winter coats, with Russianstyle greatcoats and maxi-length wrap coats featuring on most-wanted lists. The clean lines and Ali McGraw 70s styling of this trenchcoat, £95 at Next, have stolen our hearts.

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Purse set, £160, Hugo Boss

Alexander McQueen brooch, £345, Harvey Nichols

Michael Kors watch, £259, Harvey Nichols

Lulu Guinness Lips clutch, £245, Daniel Footwear Parker dress, £325, Harvey Nichols

Dolce & Gabbana lace bag, £1,890, Harvey Nichols

Velvet heels, £369, Emporio Armani

Leather gloves, £99, Thomas Pink Eddie Borgo bracelet, £275, Harvey Nichols

Lucia clutch, £155, LK Bennett

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Shorts, £30, River Island Shirt, from a range at New Look Jacket, £99.99, Zara Cuff, £14.99, Mango Cross pendant, £269, Thomas Sabo

REBEL YELL T h i s s e a s o n , g o t h i c g l a m o u r w i t h g l o s s y b l a c k l e at h e r , p e e k-a- b o o l a c e a n d a d e c a d e n t ly d a r k pa l e t t e i s t h e b i g g e s t s t o r y i n fa s h i o n

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Leather dress, £350, French Connection Bag, £35, Topshop Rings, from £6.50, Freedom at Topshop Shawl, from a range by Debut at Debenhams Necklace, £12.99, New Look

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Wool dress, £885, velvet clutch, £1,095, and cuff, £265, all Alexander McQueen at Selfridges Shoes, £140, KG by Kurt Geiger

P h o t o g r a p h y: K at e Dav i s - M a c l e o d S t y l i s t : P i p E d wa r d s M a k e -u p : A b i ga i l Jo h n s o n H a i r : Z o e I rw i n @ F r a n k Model: Bridget @ Elite • A l l fa s h i o n ava i l a b l e i n B u l l r i n g

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C HRISTMAS I N THE C IT Y

Merry Christmas bow headband, £5, Claire’s

With more than 1,000 stores and over 100 independent shops in Birmingham city centre, you’ll be spoilt for choice when it comes to Christmas shopping

Nikita Glitter Boots, £70, Office in Bullring

Gloves, £12.99, H&M The Christmas Hamper, £150, Hotel Chocolat in Bullring

Azure Allure Bra, £107 and Knickers, £58, House of Fraser

Clutch, £55, Coast

Recipes, £8, Next

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SHOPPING IN BIRMINGHAM

Necklace, £29, Monsoon

Grand Union bag, £299, Radley in Bullring

Dress, £34.99, H&M

Record player, £160, Urban Outfitters

Navy Fairisle sweater, £44.95, GAP in Bullring Precious trousers, £149, Hobbs

Purple Star limited edition Christmas Friendship Bracelet, £130, Links of London in Bullring

Samsung Social media camera, £500, Selfridges

Prosecco and Panettone gift set, £40, Harvey Nichols in The Mailbox

Glitter ball lip balm, £3, Claire’s

To see more Christmas gift ideas, or to keep up with all the latest news, offers, events and competitions from stores in Birmingham city centre, visit ShoppingInBirmingham.com. ‘Like’ us at Facebook.com/ShoppingInBirmingham and follow us @ShoppingInBham

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Kids Company Bonding Bracelet £85

Allure watch, £320

Crown vintage bracelet, £150 Foliage bag, £150

Dreamdrops ring, £75

LABEL

K vintage necklace, £150

WE LOVE

Cuff £95

F o l l i F o l l i e i s a t r e a s u r e t r o v e f o r g r ow n - u p s . F r o m g l i t t e r i n g j e w e l s t o s t y l i s h wat c h e s a n d t o - d i e - f o r b a g s , t h i s i s a l a b e l f o r m ag p i e s . C h o o s e yo u r n e w s e a s o n s pa r k l e r s h e r e . . .

Think jewellery that looks like it could be Bond Street. Timepieces so pretty, you’ll want one for every day of the week. Bags so chic, your friends will think you’ve raided Fifth Avenue. Folli Follie, a Greek-owned label, makes beautiful accessories at affordable prices: a perfect marriage between designer must-have and budget-friendly fashion.

We love Folli Follie’s carefree attitude to glamour: its gorgeous collections are all designed to mix and match and work together, so you can pile on piece after piece and make a statement. You’ll find echoes of Louis Vuitton, Prada, Tiffany and Boodles in its collections of

Desire watch, £220

rose gold watches, brightly-coloured totes and chunky bracelets. All have the Folli signature gloss and glitz, without ever tipping over into tackiness.

Our stand-outs for Christmas? The K Vintage shopper bags in red, green and mushroom will quickly become your fave tote. The Crown Vintage jewellery line is elegant enough for everyday but packs enough punch for parties, and the new Heart4Heart collection of pink jewels raises funds for the Kids Company charity and its amazing work supporting vulnerable children.

K vintage bag, £165

Find Folli Follie in Selfridges

Follie di Fiori bracelet, £125 Fiorissimo, £70

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Satchel, £49, Label Lab

Key-ring, £29, Biba

Dress, £200, Stefanel, Mongolian faux fur snood, £59, Label Lab, bag, £170, DKNY, socks, £18, Calvin Klein

Watch, £165, Marc

by Marc Jacobs

Bowling bag, £59, Therapy

Gloves, £35, Dickins & Jones

CHIC DAY

Cloche hat, £40, Dickins & Jones

Pumps, £75, Steve Madden

Ta k e y o u r a c c e s s o r i e s f r o m d r e s s e d - d o w n d ay t o g l a m m e d -u p n i g h t w i t h Hous e o f F r a s e r Hobo bag, £229, Biba Limited Edition Artist’s Palette for Eyes, £36, Laura Mercier

Belt, £85, Biba

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Chri stma s a t Hou f R A ss e o f eR

Bow pendant, £36, Mikey

Feather pillbox, £80, Biba

Watch, £165, Armani Exchange

Nefertiti nail lacquer, £14, Deborah Lippmann

Dress, £140, Adrianna Papell, faux fur coat, £160, clutch, £69, both Untold

Wedges, £180, Biba

Mon Parfum Cherie eau de toilette 50ml, £61, Annick Goutal

Sequin clutch, £39, Therapy

Metallic clutch, £59, Untold

PARTY NIGHT

Faux fur collar, £39, Linea

Velvet clutch, £149, Biba Heels, £90, Steve Madden

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FASH I O N N EWS

edito

C H O r’s ICE

Party fever, Christmas fun, winter weekends away: take inspiration from our new season edit

Boots, £49, Dorothy Perkins

Marci leather tote, £1,055, Chloe at Harvey Nichols

GOL DEN

GIRL Maybe it’s the Olympics, perhaps it’s Christmas, but gold is the hottest shade for winter parties. If headto-toe gleam is too much for you, take your lead from Gwyneth Paltrow and Katy Perry, who have both been spotted in gold pencil skirts this season. Skirt, £69, Monsoon, heels, £50, Schuh.

PARE DOWN If you’re brave enough to rock city shorts in winter, buy into the embellishment trend as it’s the only way to make the look work.

Channel Jessie J in beadencrusted fabrics, shot through with gold, silver and bold brights. We like the range at River Island, from £40. Add opaques, ankle boots and attitude.

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ANIMAL INSTINCT Autumn’s cutesy trend for brogues and traditional penny loafers revs up into a more decadent vibe for winter. Think animal prints, velvets and brocade and a dusting of studs and crystals. Dune has a great collection: Latona loafers, £75.

Ceraline Carre watch by Roamer of Switzerland, £520, Ernest Jones and Azendi

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LUST-LIST Just Cavalli printed silk and satin dress, £310, Harvey Nichols

SHADES ON This time of year, it’s easy to throw on a uniform of all black, and head out the door. Don’t cut colour out of your midwinter wardrobe: now’s the ideal time to cheer yourself up with a colour injection. H&M has gone big on this idea with a new collection positively oozing vibrant, but wearable colour. In store now.

WILD THING Wildlife prints are our favourite micro-trend right now. Cute, yes, but also heavy on style credentials, they look great teamed with leather treggings and skyscraper heels. Deer, £37, rabbit, £39, both Miss Selfridge.

UNDER IT ALL Lingerie’s the perfect gift but don’t let your loved one get it wrong with nasty fabrics and scratchy lace. Leave this page somewhere it can be seen, and circle these two beauties, from Next: red bra, £14 and briefs £9, black bra (set of two), £24, and high-waisted briefs, £12.

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style women Twiggy II signed limited edition print by Simon Claridge, £599, Castle Galleries in The Mailbox

Crystal pave cuff, £170, Swarovski in Bullring Alexander McQueen bracelet, £135, Harvey Nichols

party

sEas

On

Balmain Ambre Gris EDP, £43, Selfridges.com

The White Company Noir candle, £35, Selfridges

BOSS Ladies watch, £199, all good high street jewellers

McQ by Alexander McQueen purse, £165, Harvey Nichols

Bra, £45, briefs, £25, Stella McCartney at Fox & Rose, stockists: foxandrose.com

B LOW THE

BU D G E T B e c au s e C h r i s t m a s c a l l s f o r Jimmy Choo peeptoe heels, £435, Harvey Nichols

i n du l g e n c e o n a g r a n d s ca l e . . .

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Mongolian fur snood, £38, Laura Ashley in Pavilions

Earrings, £6, Accessorize

Fur-trim coat, £120, Wallis

Cocktail ring, £219, Thomas Sabo in Bullring

Mulberry Bayswater in snowball leather, £795, Harvey Nichols

G IF TS

party

SEAS

F OR H E R

ON Pouchette, £39, Monsoon

F ro m c h i c h a n d bag s t o s t u n n i n g j e w e l s , i t ’ s a fa s h i o n i s ta’ s w i s h - l i s t Geri dress, £84, Next

Clutch, £22, Dorothy Perkins

Star by Julien Macdonald necklace, £25, Debenhams

Elemis Royal Candle, £25, House of Fraser

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Christian Louboutin heels, £675, Harvey Nichols

SHOP BY 9PM FOR DELIVERY TOMORROW* Dress ÂŁ65 *Standard delivery charge applies, UK mainline only, subject to stock availability.

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Fur stole, £125, Biba at House of Fraser; cape, £220, Bolongaro Trevor at The Mailbox; earrings, £85, Stella and Dot; gloves, £46, Dents at House of Fraser; clutch bag, £169, Biba at House of Fraser; ear cuff, stylist’s own

IN DEEP T h e n e w m i d w i n t e r l o o k s h av e d r o p p e d i n s t o r e s a r o u n d t h e c i t y, w i t h d r a m at i c h u e s , r i c h fa b r i c s a n d a n e d g y v i b e w e c a n ’ t h e l p b u t l o v e . I n a n e x c l u s i v e n e w s h o o t, w e ta k e a l o o k at the key pieces of the season

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Dinner suit, £299, Paul Costelloe at House of Fraser; crew jumper, £45, Label Lab at House of Fraser; shirt, £85, Kenneth Cole, tie, from a range by Kenneth Cole, gloves, £36, Dents, all at House of Fraser

Coat, £269, Pied a Terre at House of Fraser; cowl dress worn as a top, £135, Biba at House of Fraser; skirt, £135, Bolongaro Trevor; wool trousers, £69, COS; leather gloves, £46, Dents at House of Fraser; metal cuff, £25, COS; belt, £16, Accessorize; earrings, £35, Stella and Dot

Laura wears: leather jacket, £495, American Retro at Harvey Nichols; skirt, £390, Marlene Birger at Harvey Nichols; cuff, £39, Biba at House of Fraser.

Daniel wears: t-shirt, £155, Dolce & Gabbana at Harvey Nichols; trench coat, £325, Bolongaro Trevor; wool trousers, £69, COS in Bullring; belt, £285, Dolce & Gabbana at Harvey Nichols

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Print t-shirt, £155, Dolce & Gabbana at Harvey Nichols; trench coat, £325, Bolongaro Trevor; wool trousers, £69, COS; belt, £285, Dolce & Gabbana at Harvey Nichols

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Laura wears: maxi dress, £289, Biba at House of Fraser; cuff, £25, COS; bangle, £65 for three, Stella and Dot; shoes, £735, Christian Louboutin at Harvey Nichols, Oriental basque, stylist’s own. Daniel wears: dinner suit, £299, Paul Costelloe at House of Fraser; shirt, £45, COS; waistcoat, £275, Bolongaro Trevor; tie, £25, COS; coat, £325, Farrell at House of Fraser; shoes, £450, Versace at Harvey Nichols; scarf, model’s own

Photographer: Oliver MOrris Stylist: lizzy Gardner Hairstylist: suk raM M a k e u p a r t i s t : B e c k y H u n t i n G M o d e l s : d a n i e l J ay J O n e s o f O x y g e n M o d e l s a n d l a u r a B r O w n o f A d a g e M o d e l s L i g h t i n g : J a M e s a l e x a n d e r l yO n A rt wo r k : d a n i e l k e M p

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Champagne in style Set on the 25th floor of Hotel Indigo. Our Laurent Perrier ‘champagne bar’ is one of the most talkedabout venues in the city, offering incredible panoramic

views

from

its

floor-to-ceiling

windows. It’s also one of the highest points in Birmingham at which you can enjoy a glass of the finest Champagne - that’s got to be worth toasting!

The Laurent Perrier Champagne bar is open Wednesday to Saturday from 7pm until 1am.

For information about private hire please call 0121 616 6815 or email events@hotelindigobirmingham.com for more details

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PRES ECT ENTS

FOR MEN Via Maggio £180 Hannen £235

WINTER BOOTCAMP

FOR WOMEN Carnagie £225 Gershwin £225

E v e ryo n e l o v e s U g g s , s o w h y n o t k i t t h e w h o l e fa m i ly o u t i n n e w s e a s o n s t y l e s a n d m uc h-l ov e d c l a s s i c s this Christmas?

FOR KIDS Boo £40 Jorie £45

All boots available in the new UGG Australia store in Bullring

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Jet earrings, £12, Next

ACCESSORIZE

Handlet, £12.50, Diva at Miss Selfridge

style women

3Wildfox logo charm bracelet, £55, Harvey Nichols

Marc by Marc Jacobs two-tone necklace, £235, Harvey Nichols

Ring, £10, Red Herring at Debenhams

Necklace, £14, Dorothy Perkins Yves Saint Laurent art ring, £180, Harvey Nichols

LUSTRE ON Wi n t e r j e w e l s t e l l a g o t h i c a n d g l a m s t o ry

Collar, £25, Topshop

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Skull earrings, £9.99, River Island

Iosselliani gold plated crystal embellished bangles, £285, Harvey Nichols

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Gold beads, £80, Topshop

Clutch, £35, Miss Selfridge

Bow dress, £60, Dorothy Perkins Gold sandals, £99.99, H&M

Peep-toes, £85, Dune

Tunic dress, £119, Monsoon

TREND: TWILIG HT C l a s s i c L B D s va m p u p f o r pa r t y season, shot through with gold and w r a p p e d i n l ac e a n d v e lv e t

Heels, £140, Pied a Terre at House of Fraser

Brocade dress, £80, River Island

Rosalind dress, £149, Monsoon

Tassel, £150, Phase Eight

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Bead decorations, pack of two, £1.99, H&M

Shoe, £4, Debenhams Bird £6.50, House of Fraser

Pine cone candles, set of two, £7, Debenhams

winter

won d e r l an d Add Nordic glamour to your home this Christmas, as interiors take their cue from the beauty of a frozen landscape

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Crystals, £2, Matalan

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SNOW letters, £12, Marks & Spencer

Angel wings, £3.50, House of Fraser Reindeer tealight holder, £79, Marks & Spencer

Gold bauble, £8.50, House of Fraser

Acorn decoration, £2.50, Next

Cushions, from £40, Laura Ashley

Roasted Chestnut Deluxe candle, £80, Jo Malone London in Selfridges

Bark print crackers, set of 12, £12, Next

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BEAU T Y NEWS L o o k a f t e r you r s k i n i n w i n t e r a n d r e a p r e wa r d s r i g h t t h r o u g h pa r t y s e a s o n

PERFECT

SKIN

Giorgio Armani fan Nicole Kidman will love the newest gem from the designer’s upscale cosmetics line.

Maestro Fusion Make-Up, £36 (Debenhams) is part foundation, part complexion perfector and disguises tiredness in one sweep.

WINTER LOCKS

Four easy steps to soft, shiny, weather-proofed hair

COLOUR SCENE

Oh, how we love a good winter berry shade. Aveda’s new Passion Flower Make-up Collection is packed full of luscious hues of cranberry, aubergine and plum: perfect for punching up pale winter complexions. Lip colours start at £15.50 in House of Fraser.

gift idea

PAMPER YOUR HAIR: The Nicky Clarke Volume Gift Set, £50 at Nicky Clarke in The Mailbox, has four products to keep hair bouncy and super-glossy.

Smashbox Studio Pop Eye Palette £36, Boots

TRY AN OIL: Winter hair needs a conditioner fortified with oils to detangle and hydrate. Schwarzkopf BC Oil Liquid Conditioner, £12.30, fights frizz too: schwarzkopf.co.uk

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SWITCH TO A RICH SHAMPOO: We rate the fragrant James Brown London Photo Fabulous Shampoo, £6.99 at Boots.

USE A HAIR MASK: Work a few drops of Ojon Rare Blend Oil Total Hair Therapy, £29 (House of Fraser, Boots), into your hair and leave overnight to repair damage and dryness.

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BODY DETOX

Want Diane Kruger’s creamy skin?

Invest in Clarins Toning Body Polisher, £30, to boost circulation, and Anti-Eau Body Treatment Oil, £37, to help push out toxins and beat water retention.

Great prep for party dresses!

gilt GIRL

Just a tiny sweep of MAC’s new and incredibly fine Extra Dimension Skinfinish, £21.50, in Whisper of Gilt gives your skin a luminous sheen. This season’s must-have, without a doubt.

INVESTMENT BUY

Estée Lauder’s annual Christmas collector’s powder compacts are all about the zodiac this year. Each has a Swarovski crystal on the clasp, and is engravable too: £65. Très chic.

new in

LCN flies under the beauty radar but it’s a range of fashionled make-up that’s well worth checking out. Echoing the rich makeup shades on the A/W catwalks, LCN’s Urban Expression line is right on trend. Nail polish, £5.50, lipstick and gloss, £11.45, stockists: bcidirect.com

FAIRLADY WINTER Givenchy fan Olivia Palermo will love the new Christmas collection. The beautiful Le Prisme Enchante, £42, gives skin a youthful blush, while L’Argent Celeste Starry Loose Powder, £43.50, dusts an ethereal moonglow over face, décolletage, shoulders, even hair.

SKINSAVERS

RED ALERT

Call off the search: we’ve found the most perfect red lip colour for Christmas. Sisley’s new Phyto-Lip Gloss in Rouge isn’t cheap at £30.50 but it delivers maximum shine, and deep, lasting colour.

Jason Vitamin E Maximum Strength Oil, £9.99 at Tesco, softens dry skin overnight

SkinCeuticals Clarifying Clay mask, £53, keeps breakouts at bay

Miracle Skin Transformer SPF20 Face, £38 at Selfridges, airbrushes skin instantly

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Elemis Duchess of Spa Exotic Bodycare collection, £49.50, Harvey Nichols

Orion gift set, £36, Molton Brown in Bullring

Origins Morning to Night, £39, House of Fraser

Osmo Golden Luxury: The Berber Oil Haircare Collection, £19.95, salons and osmo.uk.com Clinique Black Tie Violets, £55

The Professional Makeup Artist Color Collection 2012, £50 with any fragrance purchase, Estee Lauder

BEAU T Y G IF TS

Crème de la Mer The Rescue Collection, £340, Selfridges

A pa m p e r i n g p r e s e n t i s t h e p e r f e c t C h r i s t m a s t r e at

Tom Ford Private Blend 16 piece Nail Lacquer Gift Box, £400, House of Fraser

Roger & Gallet Soap Coffret, £19.50, independent pharmacies, johnlewis.com

Thierry Mugler Angel EDP gift set, £44, department stores

STOCKING FILLERS I Love...Treat Boxes in Glistening Glow, £3.99, Superdrug

Liz Earle Eucalyptus and Rosemary Candle £32.50, QVC, uk.lizearle.com

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One sweep of Clarins Odyssey Face Palette, £35, leaves skin luminous

Just the right amount of sparkle: Givenchy Enchanted Mat Grey No 182 nail polish, £13 Prep skin with Caudalie Divine Oil, £25, for a youthful sheen Add drama and definition with NARS Andy Warhol Collection Soft Touch Shadow pencil in Empire, £17

PART Y G O LD A r a d i a n t g l o w, s m o k y e y e s a n d s h i m m e r i n g l i p s a r e t h e h o t t e s t way

One coat of Estée Lauder Sumptuous Extreme Lash Multiplying Mascara, £22, is all you’ll need for party peepers

t o l i g h t u p y o u r pa r t y l o o k

Lancôme Ombre Hypnôse Mono in Fil d’Argent, £18, is the perfect vintage gold

Bobbi Brown Oyster & Caviar Palette, £59, has eight shadows and a sheer highlighter

Rodial BB Venom Skin Tint, £35 is creamier than most BB formulas and gives a flawless finish

Spritz on a sophisticated scent: Fan Di Fendi Extreme EDP £61.50

Shiseido Lacquer Rouge lip colour in Nymph, £23, will give you a just-bitten rosy pout

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BEAUTY GENIUS

FRANÇOIS NARS I c o n i c p o p a r t i s t A n d y Wa r h o l h a s i n f l u e n c e d t h e w o r l d s o f fa s h i o n a n d b e au t y f o r d e c a d e s . A s N A R S l au n c h e s a l i m i t e d e d i t i o n c o l l e c t i o n i n t h e s p i r i t o f Wa r h o l , i t s f o u n d e r , m a k e u p s u p r e m o F r a n ç o i s N a r s ta l k s a b o u t h i s i n s p i r at i o n I n t e r v i e w: S a r a h D r e w J o n e s For the NARS Andy Warhol Holiday Collection this Christmas, I collaborated with the Warhol Foundation. I’ve been a fan of Andy Warhol’s work since…well, forever, it feels like! His artistic point of view has been so informative in my work: as a makeup artist, then a photographer, and as someone who’s built a brand around an art form. His influence is threaded through the DNA of NARS in other ways as well. Fabien Baron, who is the editorial director of Interview magazine – which, of course Andy founded – designed the NARS logo. I like to think there’s always been a connection between our work.

My favourite work of art by Andy is reflected in this new collection. His silk screens are of course totally iconic, so their influence is everywhere. We were even able to match several shades to colours from his paintings. But we captured so much more than what he put on a canvas. Andy did so many things in his life –

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film, magazines, TV, painting, performance – his spirit is everywhere in this collection.

For the party season, this is the perfect collection.

The Eyeshadow Palettes (£39.50) are amazing, very Warhol-esque. I’ve never seen anything like them before.

Andy’s quotes on the mirrors tie in with beauty so perfectly: I couldn’t not include them. The bold colours Andy used in his work seem to impact not just this, but all your collections.

Colour is so important to me when creating a look.

I like colours that are honest: I think that the shade you see in the pan or the tube is how the colour should appear on your face, so I’m always pushing our chemists to add more pigment. That’s why I love the saturated colours Warhol used in his work - reds, blues, yellows.

He was so unafraid to be bold.

Any of the collection would make a great gift. I think the Silver Factory gift collection (£150) is the perfect

present for anyone who’s a fan of beauty, art, or pop culture. There’s a silver cosmetics bag that is just so great. All of the packaging is amazing: we used a film canister for the Edie gift set (£54), a soup can that holds Kiss. It’s all so much fun.

The holiday season is the perfect time to experiment with makeup. The colours in the new Soft Touch Shadow Pencils (£17) are seductive and fun, with shades like vivid purple, silver, and teal. A bright nail and an iridescent eye feels festive and sexy right now.

Bold shades are wonderful for winter. I don’t think women should be afraid of bright colours. This collection is confident, graphic, and I hope women embrace that.

That said, making a look work is about finding a balance.

Pair a bold lip with a lighter eye, or go the other way around.

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ST Y L E N E WS Sharp winter style needn’t cost the earth. Take inspiration from our pick of the new season finds

SING IT Boyish choir guru Gareth Malone may not be an obvious style icon but his particularly British blend of Oxford brogues, skinny cords, fine knits and bow-ties has crept all over the high street this winter.

The look was also on the catwalks at Dior and Dolce, but luckily Burton has affordable versions: tapered cord, £25, patch sweater £25, boots £55, bow-tie £7.

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LOUNGE AROUND Christmas calls for long days off spent doing as little as possible at home. No need to let sartorial standards slip, though, invest in the soft cotton loungewear at Fat Face in The Mailbox. These classic tartan pants are £35.

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C H O r’s ICE

Gucci monogrammed scarf, £205, Harvey Nichols

Trapper hat, £45, Ted Baker

Harris tweed holdall, £35, Next

Boots, £75, Dune

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Collezione watch, £35, Marks & Spencer Roamer of Switzerland watch, £345, Ernest Jones and Azendi

WATCH THIS Sleek timepiece or rugged weekendwear, there’s a watch to suit here

LET IT SNOW Possibly our most favourite winter sweater ever (and not a handknitted penguin motif in sight). This Ralph Lauren inspired Nordic jumper is a great mix of festive kitsch and ski chalet chic. Sweater, £60, Urban Outfitters.

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MICRO-TREND Oversized scarves are huge right now, worn over outerwear as well as shirts and tees. Forget tatty check scarves, and think cashmere or merino wool, in a dark palette, Italian-style. Topman has a good range, priced from £20.

If you like your jackets casual, check out the new range just in at River island. Streamlined padding, cool colours and stylish touches like cord cuffs and tweed panels make for a quirky selection. Red hooded jacket, £75, River Island.

TWO TO TRY Great gift ideas abound at House of Fraser. We’d not be disappointed to find these chocolate slipper boots, £65 by Just Sheepskin, or diamante skull tie pin

by Vivienne Westwood, £50, under the Christmas tree.

NIGHT OUT H&M eveningwear has a distinctly tailored and fifties feel to it this year. Rock party season with a wet-look jacket, from £59.95, and high-shine lace-ups.

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Watch, £298, Thomas Sabo in Bullring

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SEAS

ON

John Smedley knit, £150, Selfridges

Leather gloves, £19.50, Marks & Spencer

Leather holdall, £699, Ralph Lauren at House of Fraser

Gucci iPad case, £335, Harvey Nichols

Skull headphones key ring, £69, Swarovski in Bullring

The AA Hotel Guide 2013, £14.99, all good bookstores

Moncler wool beanie, £110, Harvey Nichols

Cade brush and soap, £45.50, L’Occitane in Pavilions

G I FTS F O R HIM S T Y L I S H T R E AT S F O R T H E M A N W H O H A S E V E RY T H I N G

The Official Archive Films of 50 years of UEFA, 21 DVDs and a book, £149.99, Amazon

The London 2012 Olympic Games five-disc DVD collection, £29.99, and Blu-ray, £34.99

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iPhone cover by Ted Baker, £29.99, Carphone Warehouse

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WEEKEND KIT Action men will love the pareddown aesthetic of the Fat Face Wash Bag, with body spray, body wash, and retro soap on a rope, £20, Boots.

COOL DOWN

TEA TIME

Roger & Gallet is a brand that may not be high on your must-have list, but its new L’Homme Sport Christmas gift set (£33.50, department stores), is a brilliant everyday fragrance and shower gel: woody notes cut through with clean and clear citrus.

BAKER’S BAG Bonus: fuss-free designer bath and body goodies and a Ted Baker messenger bag stylish enough to take to the office. The Ted Baker Everything But The Kitchen Sink is £35 at Boots.

G ROOMING NEWS F ro m g o -t o f r ag r a n c e t o g i f t s e t s , you r w i n t e r l i s t

Korres is much loved for refusing to add phthalate and PCM-compounds – known to cause skin irritation and damage to the environment - to its fragrances, and the Greek skincare brand is now branching onto a bodycare range. There are 12 new products, from shower gels to soaps and body milks, and even an aftershave balm, £15, that’s free of parabens, silicones, phthalates and mineral oil and instead enriched with natural ingredients. Find Korres in selected independents and at FeelUnique.com

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BRIT BULLDOG

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Like your skincare natural and minimalist? So does British brand Bulldog, which uses natural ingredients and botanical extracts to keep skin calm, smooth and on its best behaviour. We rate the Bulldog Grooming Kit, filled with facial treats including moisturiser, face wash, face scrub, and a stylish wash bag: £15, Boots.

The Elemis Jetset Travel Collection, £48, is packed with advanced skincare products and a handy travel case, too.

IN THE NIGHT Style genius Tom Ford has a new fragrance for winter.

The ultra sophisticated Tom Ford Noir (£60, House of Fraser, Selfridges and Harvey Nichols) opens with masculine florals mixed with nutmeg, black pepper oil and bergamot, settling down into a cool, effortlessly elegant scent that lasts all day...or night.

HAPPY MAN Put a shaving gift on your Santa list and you won’t regret it come January when your skin starts to suffer in the cold. The Clinique Happy for Him set, £50, is all about soothing skin.

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A gentlemen’s tailor is an artisan, a stylist, a confidant and a friend. At Clements and Church, not only do we believe that our art is worth preserving, but we are dedicated to invigorating it. Working with the finest craftsmen in the UK and Europe we deliver the very best in sartorial elegance for today’s discerning customer.

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Buckingham jacket, £999.95

Stowbridge leather card case, £99.95

CHRISTMAS WITH

CLEMENTS AND CHURCH

Sutton barrel cufflinks, £89.95

T r e at t h e g e n t l e m a n i n y o u r l i f e t o t h e s e c l a s s i c a n d b e au t i f u l l y c r a f t e d g i f t s . H e ’ l l b e g r at e f u l y o u d i d

Milan cords, £299.95

Bristol tie and pocket square set, £109.90

Windsor Portland shirt, £149.95

Grafton suede lace up brogues, £449.95

Berwick braces, £89.95

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Burton, £40

River Island £38

Pringle of Scotland

Paul Smith, £160, Harvey Nichols

New Look £19.99

All Saints, £95

KNITWEAR KNOW-HOW Wi n t e r c a l l s f o r c h i l l - p r o o f d r e s s i n g , s o keep it stylish by investing in knitwear w i t h t h e n o t i c e - m e fa c t o r

ar: nter o we t a wi w s i t Ho ni ring wea ity k l s, y a b u q jean ay d d d o r n o o a f Ag tyle up shirt ear by le. S w p d a e k t r s ark o on to w nder a d butt t a s e r er s in ove it u d int tion t kn or ad a brigh ured op il to eta ext ring for t int d . r wea k p o e d . Lo s an uty styl suit hue d t f h f g o bri up liven Ted Baker £89, Selfridges issue 31

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Albee tweed baker boy cap £39, Reiss

Admiral rope printed tie £85, Gieves & Hawkes

Penrose patterned pocket square £40, Selfridges

Polka dot braces £16, Topman

Geo neckerchief £16, Topman

Fine and Dandy Loden trilby £55, Tie Rack

A DANDY’S GUIDE TO

ACCESSORIES R e f i n e d a n d p o l i s h e d w i t h a n e l e m e n t o f e c c e n t r i c i t y, c h a n n e l a m o d e r n - d ay B e au B r u m m e l w h e n a c c e s s o r i s i n g t h i s s e a s o n

Cameo cufflinks by Ted Baker £40, Selfridges

Knitted bow tie £60, Hugo Boss

Polka dot scarf £49, Reiss

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GEEK Fa n ta s t i c ga d g e t s f o r yo u r christmas wish-list

GET FIT Are you ready for New Year health kicks? The Fitbit Zip is a tracker

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that monitors daily steps, distance and calories burned. You can log

The perfect Christmas gift: the

hundreds of other activities (from yoga to football) as well as food and

new Samsung MV900 Camera

the Zip wirelessly uploads this information to your personal profile

(in red, white or black, £299) has

on fitbit.com and syncs with your iPhone 4S and other compatible

a handy multiview function,

devices to give real-time activity stats so you know how close you

which helps you take usually

are to achieving your goals throughout the day. It’s £49.99: fitbit.com,

hard-to-get snaps at places like

Apple, John Lewis and other major retailers.

festivals and sporting events.

A 16MP CMOS sensor means you can display those special moments on the 3.3” AMOLED screen, and share and upload pictures instantly thanks to the camera’s WiFi capability.

ON SITE Like your phone to be indestructible?

CLEAN UP

You’ll love the The Sitemaster 2

It’s a vacuum cleaner, but not as

Toughphone from JCB. Built to

we know it. The Samsung NaviBot

military specification, the Sitemaster 2

S does the cleaning while you put

includes all of the original functionality

your feet up. It maps the room by

of the original handset. One tonne

taking a picture of the ceiling and

pressure tested, two metre drop tested,

plots the best cleaning path. It even

water and dust resistant, the Sitemaster

goes back to its charging station

is the toughest it gets: jcbphone.co.uk

when the battery’s running low

from £124.99.

and empties itself. From £699 at electrical retailers.

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NEW F O R U The new Wii U console from Nintendo, priced around £250, features a controller with a 6.2-inch screen, which means you don’t have to play games on the TV screen

DISGO AGE

any more. There is an array of exciting new

New tablet alert: the Disgo 9104 tablet, £179.99

games available on the Wii U including

(Amazon and PC World), uses Android 4

New Super Mario Bros U, ZombiU,

along with the latest technology (including a

Rayman Legends, Call of Duty:

9.7’’ capacitive IPS display) to bridge the gap

Black Opps II and FIFA 13.

between affordability and quality.

WORK THIS The Twelve South HoverBar, £69.95 (Apple), connects iPad to your Mac, creating a workstation that makes the iPad more useful as an office device. Collaborate on a project with FaceTime, monitor stocks and interact with your favourite apps.

STOCKING FILLER Anyone who suffers from neck pain or tension will find comfort with the Scholl UPop Massage Cushion, £29.99 (Argos, Boots).

It can be used on the go, making it perfect for travel or office: just plug into a USB slot or mains adaptor.

KO B O ’S HERE The new Kobo eReaders make it easy to buy for those who love to read. There’s the Kobo Mini with its 5” screen (easily slips into a handbag or suit jacket), the Kobo Glo (for those who love to read all day into night) and the Kobo Arc tablet 7” screen (for those who love to read colourful picture books to their children or check email, twitter, Facebook, and any other app under the sun).

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NE W S ROU NDU P All the news from around the city

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PiccOliNO Bar Manager at Piccolino, Tom Boucher puts his modern, Italian spin on the classic Sazerac.

Often referred to as the oldest known American cocktail, bar manager at Piccolino, Tom Boucher brings us the Sazerac; an alcoholic preparation steeped in history, originating from 19th century New Orleans. Tom takes the classic cocktail to South Europe by adding to the mix Tuaca, a complementary and little known brandy based liqueur from Tuscany, with notes of vanilla and citrus. The Italian Sazerac serves as the perfect pre or post-dinner drink or nightcap, and being a seasonal Piccolino creation, it’s ideal for kick starting the festive drinking season!

ingredients

method:

25ml Tuaca

Fill a rocks glass with ice and water and put to one side. Add a few drops of water, both bitters, and a tea spoon of Demerara sugar into mixing glass and mix until the sugar is in solution. Add 25ml of Tuaca and 25ml of Cognac (the finer the better). Fill the glass with ice and stir for 30 seconds.

Take the rocks glass and discard the ice and water. Add a dash of absinthe into the chilled glass to lace and then discard.

Strain contents of mixing glass into the rocks glass and garnish with a lemon twist.

25ml Remy Martin VSOP 3 dashes Peychauds bitters 2 dashes Angostura bitters 1 bar spoon Demerara sugar 10ml Absinthe 10ml water 1 Lemon

Festive fun with Acorns

Providing a network of care and support for children with life threatening conditions, Acorns Children’s Hospice has partnered with Brindleyplace for the festive season to launch the Santa 2012 event. On Saturday 8th December slip into your Santa suit and head down to Brindleyplace to take part in either a 5km run (11am start) or 2km stroll (2am start).

Entry is £10 for adults and £5 for under 16s, and includes a Santa suit. Under 6s can dress up and join in for free. Fancy some festive fundraising? Visit www.acorns.org.uk/santa for more details, or call 01564 82 5000.

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Pretty Green opens in the Bullring

Liam Gallagher’s venture into fashion has found a new home in Birmingham’s Bullring. Pretty Green opened its doors to Birmingham’s discerning male fashion crowd on November 3, and the Autumn/Winter’12 collection offers a nostalgic trip back to the heady 70s, inspired by the Rolling Stones.

Chilacas brings Mexico to Brindleyplace

Looking for a tasty alterative to fine dining? Serving up mouthwatering Mexican street eats such as slow-cooked pork tacos and roasted vegetable burritos, the recently-opened Chilacas restaurant in Brindleyplace is the place to go for a quick lunchtime or post-work fast food fix. With a wide selection of South American wines, Mexican beers and tequilas to sip or shoot, Chilacas is the perfect spot for tasty, on-the-go food and great drinks to be enjoyed with friends and family. For more information, visit www.chilacas.co.uk.

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Duelling Pianos makes uk Debut in birmingHam A US-style bar has opened its doors to British revelers for the first time, occupying the former premises of The Living Room in Birmingham’s buzzing Broad Street. Duelling Pianos bar and eatery officially opened on November 1, and is set to be a cut above the rest.

Thanks to the presence of two grand pianos, customers can request music of their choice and set the tone for their evening out. Owners Simon Toller and pianist Robbie Peaple hope to bring the vibe witnessed in similar venues across the pond to the UK, choosing Birmingham as their preferred location over potential venues in London, Manchester and Brighton. If you fancy a night out with a difference, call 0121 695 9206 or visit www.duellingpianobars.co.uk/ for more information.

Hot Jazz in cHinatown Hot Jazz, Cool Blues and Chinese food all under one roof? If you think it couldn’t happen, you couldn’t be more wrong. Based in the heart of Birmingham’s Chinatown, Chung Ying Garden Cantonese Restaurant brings you an eclectic mix of musical and culinary delight, as it opens its doors to a host of live Jazz and Cool Blues bands on Fridays and Saturdays. A twin trend that emerged in the 1950s, with the legendary Manzi’s Club in Brighton attracting Jazz fans with eager Eastern taste buds, Chung Ying in conjunction with the Birmingham Jazz Music Festival promises to recreate some of that retro magic. Showtime is 8pm, and entry is free for diners. For more information and show listings, visit www.chungying.co.uk or call 0121 666 6622.

ignite HealtH & Performance at tHe mailbox

Ready for a health and fitness MOT? Birmingham-based personal training and fitness service iGnite Health and Performance has arrived at the Mailbox. Headed up by top personal trainers Jon Ship and Stuart Eustace, iGnite offers a specialist biomechanical approach to personal training, helping clients to achieve fast and effective results. Services include 1-2-1 personal training, nutritional advice, postural assessments and corrective procedures and Fit for Function boot camp classes.

Situated on Level 3 and perfect for the city dwelling fitness fanatic, all iGnite services are by appointment only. For more information, or to book an appointment with a personal trainer, visit www.ignitehealth-performance.com.

Shavata launches at Harvey Nichols

Beauty enthusiasts are in for a luxury treat as premium beauty brand Shavata has opened the doors of its brand new salon at Harvey Nichols Birmingham. The brainchild of superstar beautician Shavata Singh, dubbed the “brow guru”, Shavata was recently voted the Best Brow Service in the Harper’s Bazaar Beauty Hot 100 and boasts a celebrity client repertoire that includes Elle Macpherson, Lily Allen and Kelly Brook, to name but a few. Available treatments include brow shaping, tints and lash extensions, and the new Nail Studio offers a range of fantastic manicures and nail enhancements. For all appointments call 0121 616 6019.

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F O O D & DRINK NEWS THREE TO TRY

Christmas classics for your guests Add a little glitter with the Original Gold Cuvee, a mix of pinot grapes and real 22 carat edible gold flakes. From £13 at Selfridges

TOASTED SOURDOUGH WITH AVOCADO, RADISH AND WATERCRESS Try this canape for parties or light lunches Preparation time: 10 minutes. Cooking time: 20 minutes

What to do:

1 small ripe avocado

Preheat the oven to 180c. While you are waiting for the oven to warm up, cut the avocado in half, remove the stone, scoop out the flesh and place in a small bowl. Lightly mash with a fork, then add the lemon juice and extra virgin olive oil, season then set aside.

2 tbls extra virgin olive oil Salt and pepper 5 thin medium sized slices of sourdough bread 2 tbls olive oil 50g mixed radishes, thinly sliced ½ red onion, thinly sliced 1 bunch watercress picked

Place the sourdough slices on a large baking tray, drizzle over the olive oil, then put in the oven for 8 to 10 minutes, or until crispy and toasted, remove from the oven and leave to cool for 5 minutes.

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Once cooled break each piece of toast into 4 pieces, then spread with the avocado and top with radish, red onion and watercress. Serve at once.

For more healthy ideas for Christmas party snacks, go to www.loveradish.co.uk

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The new Christmas party canapé range has arrived in Marks & Spencer. From prawn and lobster bites to mini steak and ale pies, it makes entertaining easy!

WELL PRESERVED Pair those festive cold meats and cheese boards with some top notch pickles and preserves for a very English feast. The English Provender Co is one of our go-to faves for classic recipes bursting with flavour. Try adding the Grated Hot Horseradish to creme fraiche for a hot and fiery dip that pairs well with cold beef, ham and turkey (£1.69 from supermarkets).

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An affordable alternative to Champagne and perfect for making cocktails: Cono Sur Sparkling Brut, £9.99, Tesco and Oddbins

Makes 20

You’ll need: 1 lemon, juiced

Serve bone-dry classic Tio Pepe ice-cold with tapas for a Mediterranean vibe to your party: £9.99, Sainsbury’s

Kettle Chips have brought back two iconic flavours for their 30th birthday celebrations: Blue Stilton & Port and Sea Salt, Rosemary & Garlic (£1.85, supermarkets).

SWEET TREATS

What would Christmas be without good chocolate?

We’re going retro this year with Bendicks Mint Collection, in small (£4.07) and large boxes (£8.16), and old faithful Thorntons’ kitschy new Continental Chocolate Tree Centrepiece (£20).

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Absolut’s latest vodka is a work of art. Available from Harvey Nichols for £21.50, the ABSOLUT Unique collection features funky and flamboyant designs ... and no two are the same.

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Planning to eat well from New Year? Get a head start with LarderBox, a fantastic service that delivers a selection of artisan food to your home each month. The box contains five full sized products, anything from fruit infused vinegars to gourmet cocoa powders, along with the stories behind the products and meal ideas to use them in. Go to thelarderbox. com for details (from £19.95a month).

STOCKING FILLER Green & Black’s The Milk Chocolate collection, £5.49, supermarkets

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MUFFINS

Hot from the oven, these make the perfect pick-me-up breakfast over party season

gift idea Antonio Carluccio’s Il Cacciatore (The Hunter) gift box, £25, carluccios.com

Makes 12 large muffins Preparation time: 15 minutes Cooking time: 20 minutes

STYLE LOVES To celebrate its 200th birthday, Champagne Laurent-Perrier has launched a very special limited edition prestige cuvee, Les Réserves Grand Siècle. At an eye-watering £2,400 (Selfridges), it’s very much a collector’s edition, but if you’re looking for Christmas gift ideas…

You’ll need:

What to do:

For the muffins:

Preheat the oven to 180°C/gas 4, line a 12 hole muffin tray with cases. In a saucepan , add the golden syrup, black treacle, butter, dark brown sugar, stem ginger and both ground spices.

Warm gently until butter and sugar have melted. Purée the beetroot in a food processor, and blend with the eggs, milk and bicarbonate of soda. Once the butter and sugar have melted, take the saucepan off the heat and add the milk, eggs and beetroot. Sieve the flour into a large mixing bowl and beat in the wet ingredients until they are smooth – batter will be quite runny. Fill the muffin cases with the batter – this is easier if you use a jug – and bake in the preheated oven until firm but springy to the touch. Be careful not to overcook the muffins.

Remove from the tin and allow to cool on a rack. Whilst the muffins are cooling make the icing by beating all the ingredients to a smooth paste. Drizzle over the muffins when they are completely cold. These muffins keep really well for a few days in an airtight tin.

200g golden syrup 200g black treacle 150g unsalted butter 125g dark brown sugar 100g stem ginger, cut into fine dice 4tsp ground ginger 2tsp ground cinnamon 250g pack cooked beetroot 250ml milk 2 medium eggs, beaten

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Don’t be snobbish about own-label wines, Waitrose has re-launched its wine, beer and spirit selection with some very fine bottles indeed. New labels clearly describe the taste, so you’ll find it easy to choose the right one (and some start at under £5).

1tsp bicarbonate of soda 300g plain flour

For the icing: Zest 1 lemon, plus 1tbs juice 150g icing sugar

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Broadway Casino’s ultra stylish Manhattan Suite & Bar provides the perfect backdrop for any Christmas party.

Available for private hire, the suite has a range of festive packages to suit all budgets, so why not give us a call today to discuss your requirements.

Call us on 0121 456 5557 to book your festive celebrations today!

If you’d like to book a sit-down meal, our in-house restaurant The Mirage Fusion offers a sensational Christmas menu and is taking bookings now.

www.broadwaycasino.co.uk 1 - 4 Broadway Plaza 220 Ladywood Middleway Birmingham B16 8LP @BroadwayCasino

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PUT A GLAMOROUS TWIST ON YOUR NEXT PARTY L o o k i n g f o r a v e n u e w i t h a d i f f e r e n c e f o r you r n e x t s o i r e e ?

T h e M a n h at ta n S u i t e at B r o a d way C a s i n o m ay j u s t b e t h e p e r f e c t p l ac e f o r you Unique and guaranteed to have guests praising your efforts, Broadway Casino is a great option for any of your private events.

Whether you are looking to host a corporate or private function, or a festive party, Broadway Casino offers much more than just its impressive gaming facilities.

Available for private hire, the first class Manhattan Suite & Bar has been designed as a multifunctional space for private parties, company functions and conferences. The impressive suite allows guests to enjoy their event in the privacy of an area away from the bustling gaming area and comes complete with its own private entrance, bar and stage area as well as a state-of-the-art AV system. Upping the glam ante further, The Manhattan Suite also offers guests the option to overlook the gaming floor with an impressive glass system that can be turned clear or opaque at the flick of a switch.

You can choose from a range of bespoke party packages at Broadway Casino, including the King, Queen and Jack Buffet options as well as the special Ace Experience with three Asian and Italian-inspired sumptuous set menus to choose from.

If you’re looking for that little extra to make your party go with a swing the Broadway Casino hospitality team

can also provide entertainment, offering fantastic performers to suit all themes and budgets.

If you haven’t booked your Christmas party yet, Broadway Casino can put a winning twist on your festive celebrations. Their specially created Christmas menu offers a range of appetising dishes, including homemade ravioli, pan-fried sea bream and, of course, the traditional roast turkey alongside a buffet menu for the Manhattan Suite.

Complete with free and secure onsite parking and no membership required to visit, Broadway Casino guarantees a glamorous affair for you and your guests this Christmas.

To make an enquiry or to book your Christmas party, call 0121 456 5557 or visit www.broadwaycasino.co.uk for more information.

Broadway Casino, 1-4 Broadway Plaza, 220 Ladywood Middleway, Birmingham, B16 8LP. T: 0121 456 5557 www.broadwaycasino.co.uk

Got nothing lined up for New Year’s celebrations?

Party at Broadway Casino’s New Year’s extravaganza and see in 2013 with a bang! Dance the night away to the cool sounds of the brilliant Seabass Band, as guests will be treated to Soul & Motown classics and a glass of complimentary bubbly when the clock strikes midnight.

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Showtime on Showdeck with cheryl F r i day n i g h t s w e r e i n v e n t e d F o r da n c i n g , s o w h e n s t y l e B i r m i n g h a m wa s i n v i t e d t o t h e l g a r e n a t o s e e c h e ry l , w e c o u l d n ’ t t u r n d o w n t h e i n v i tat i o n . e v e n B e t t e r , w e w e r e B e i n g g i v e n t h e t r u e v i P t r e at m e n t B y t h e v e n u e ’ s h o s P i ta l i t y P r o v i d e r s , a m P l i F y Like most people, we love feeling ‘special’ so arriving at the venue and being welcomed by a very good looking team in grey and purple (amplify’s colours) at a private entrance was just what we were looking for.

No queuing with the ‘normal’ people; we got straight into the venue, which was ideal considering the storm taking place outside.

With smiles on their faces and some light Friday evening conversation, the team took our coats and showed us into the Air Restaurant, which is their top level of hospitality.

We had barely sat down when our waitress for the evening started filling our glasses with Veuve Clicquot (now this is what we’re talking about!)

The restaurant was buzzing; full of excited groups of girls – we saw birthday and hen celebrations – business people and couples. Despite being the top level of hospitality, it had a great ‘air’ about it (excuse the pun) and felt relaxed and informal despite being top quality.

Once settled, our waitress returned with some warm homemade bread and explained the concept of Air; tapasstyle starters and desserts, accompanied by a main course of our choice, cheese and of course unlimited drinks. We could be forgiven for forgetting that we were actually here to see Cheryl.

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We were taken up to the starter bar to choose from the fantastic selection of miniature dishes. The menu, which changes seasonally and alters from show-to-show, included a salad of goats’ cheese, poached pear and toasted pine nuts, hummus, ham hock terrine with a punchy tomato pickle, baby red pepper filled with cream cheese, chicken and herb parfait and smoked salmon on blinis with lemon and dill mascarpone. Always indecisive, this type of starter was perfect for people that want a little bit of everything.

Then came the main courses, which were prepared in the open plan kitchen that sits at the heart of the restaurant.

The offering could rival some of the city’s best fine dining restaurants, with dishes including five spiced and honey roasted breast of duck, chilli and coriander sweet potato wedge, bok choi, shitake mushrooms and blood orange sauce, and seared monkfish medallions, saffron fondant potato, sugar snap peas, asparagus, mussel and clam broth. There was also a very tasty vegetarian option of wild mushroom risotto, chargrilled butternut squash with parmesan crackling and toasted pine nuts. However, the most popular dish was the rib eye steak with chunky chips, flat mushroom, grilled tomato and beer battered onion rings, complete with béarnaise or peppercorn sauce.

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The steak arrived and was cooked to absolute perfection, much to our delight. Oh, and did we mention the salad bar of tossed mixed salad, pesto croutons and shaved parmesan, Moroccan spiced couscous and feta, and rice, lentil and pancetta?

Throughout the meal the drinks kept flowing and despite seeing a healthy selection of spirits, the red wine was too good to miss out on.

After the main course, we had the opportunity to head up to our seats – on the very impressive and uber-exclusive Showdeck to watch Cheryl’s support act, Tinchy Stryder.

Seeing the arena full of screaming fans got us really excited for the main event and, with that in mind, we went back down to the restaurant for dessert.

Usually a concert interval is spent waiting in line for food, drink or the toilet, but not when you’re with amplify. We spent the time enjoying a fantastic tapas-style dessert, consisting of tiramisu, baked New York style cheesecake, glazed mini lemon meringue tart and a mouth-watering chocolate truffle with pistachio wafer. Even better, we got to choose our own so if we didn’t like one dish, we could choose two of another instead. If only everything in life could be like this.

Feeling thoroughly satisfied and undoubtedly full, we went back up to Showdeck to enjoy two hours with Cheryl. Sporting an animal print cat suit, the pint-sized star burst into the arena and performed her uber-catchy hits like ‘Call My Name’, ‘Promise This’ and latest track

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‘Under The Sun’. We sang our hearts out and did our best to impersonate her (very energetic) dance moves.

Put it this way, we won’t be auditioning for Diversity any time soon. Cheryl had multiple outfit changes and made her way across the stage, weaving in and out of her dancers who were doing everything from bouncing on trampolines to playing with laser lights. What a show!

Even better, we didn’t have to go downstairs to get a drink; we were serviced by the unlimited bar on Showdeck.

Again, another benefit of amplify was the ability to return to the restaurant after the show to enjoy one last glass of wine and a platter of cheese, biscuits and chutney. Not fighting the crowds at the end of the show just finished the night of perfectly and our parking space, right next to the venue, was even more ideal (obviously the designated driver hadn’t been enjoying the wine as much as the rest of us).

As well as being a great show, we saw just how fantastic the concert experience could be. The only problem is whether we can ever attend a concert as a ‘regular’ punter again.

Amplify offers three fantastic packages: from the simple upgrade including bowl food and three free drinks – Freestyle – to a four-course meal with paid bar – Club – or the full package – Air. We would, without a doubt, recommend any of these to anyone attending a show at the LG Arena or its sister venue, the NIA. To find out more about amplify, visit www.amplify.co.uk

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AN EVENING HOTSPOT WITH A TASTEFUL TWIST N u vo c o c k ta i l b a r a n d l o u n g e i s t h e g o - t o p l ac e f o r g r e at f o o d i n B r i n d l e y p l ac e , d i s c ov e r s Va n e s s a A l l a n You may recognise Nuvo in Brindleyplace as a hot nightspot, a place where beautiful people gather after dark to party and that it certainly is. But have you ever considered Nuvo to be a place to enjoy a delightful dinner out? Neither had I. So when I was invited to sample their culinary menu I naturally accepted with some trepidation.

On entering Nuvo you’re met by a chic and classy interior that screams glamour; shiny black granite, mirrors and subtle cerise backlighting combine to make you believe this is a special place.

Our host for the evening, Sophie, certainly made us feel special and most welcome, as she showed us to a table with sumptuously comfortable leather seating - none of those fast food chairs here! We began with cocktails from the extensive cocktail menu, which boasts both classics alongside signature inventions. We chose Strawberry Haze and Silky Chestnut, both signature mixes, and were taken aback by the fabulous kick they delivered!

The menu is simple, containing a good mix of fish, meat and vegetarian options. For starters I opted for bruschetta with wild mushrooms in a cream sauce and my companion chose soup of the day. Both dishes arrived beautifully presented and tasted just as good as they looked!

For main course my companion opted for pork belly, (one of her favourite dishes), served with mash, bacon, mushrooms and baby onions, along with a creamy mustard sauce. After much thought I

settled on supreme of chicken breast with olive crushed potatoes, served with a medley of mushrooms in a creamy tarragon sauce.

The chicken was both tender and flavoursome and the accompaniments complemented it perfectly, whilst my companion described her main as the best melt-in-the-mouth pork belly she’d ever had! For dessert we opted for sticky toffee pudding and Eton mess; both were delightful, although by this point we were struggling a little to find room for them, as the portions at Nuvo are rather generous.

Nuvo Overall the meal was excellent and the 2 Brunswick Square, 11 Brindley Place Birmingham B1 2LP service both friendly and attentive, 0121 631 1600 without being overbearing.

During our time there we noticed that there was a really good mix of people enjoying dinner, from the young and trendy to the not so young and trendy (like me)! Don’t be put off by the fact that Nuvo is best known as a glamorous nightspot, as I believe in the coming months it will also become known as a fabulous food destination.

My compliments to the chef!

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YOU ARE CORDIALLY INVITED TO BIRMINGHAM’S MOST EXCLUSIVE CASINO G e n t i n g C a s i n o i n E d g b a s t o n , f o r m e r ly k n o w n a s t h e M i d l a n d Wh e e l C l u b , i s o f f e r i n g a fa b u l o u s a l t e r n at i v e to nights out in Birmingham city centre.

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Located on the corner of Norfolk Road and Hagley Road in the leafy suburb of Edgbaston, Genting Casino prides itself on providing an exclusive casino experience right here in the UK’s second city. With more than 40 casinos nationwide, five of which are located in the West Midlands, the Genting experience doesn’t stop at top-class gaming, but also places great emphasis on high quality food and drink.

Genting Casino Edgbaston offers all of your favourite casino classics, including Blackjack, American Roulette, Three-card Poker and Electronic Roulette. Recently refurbished, the casino now offers a brand new seaonally changing menu in its restaurant, The Fahrenheit Grill, where you can enjoy a selection of mouth-watering dishes such as 28 day matured British steaks.

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canapé and drinks receptions, or to host the perfect private dinner party. The lounge boasts an impressive array of gaming features, including a full sized American Roulette wheel and Blackjack table and is available for fun Learn to Play sessions or private high stakes gaming.

For a standout gaming experience, delectable cuisine and drinks and secure onsite parking, head to Genting Casino Edgbaston to ensure your night out is an enjoyable and exclusive affair, away from the hustle and bustle of the city centre.

For further details on booking the private rooms, please contact Victoria Coliandris, Sales Manager, on 0121 454 3725 or email victoria.coliandris@gentingcasinos.co.uk

Genting Casino, 1 Norfolk Road, Edgbaston, Birmingham, Want an even more exclusive experience on your night out? Head B15 3PS. T: 0121 454 3725 up to the newly-renovated first floor, where the private dining room EDGBASTON and intimate VIP lounge can be hired out to accommodate guests for www.gentingcasinos.co.uk/casino/edgbaston-birmingham

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STARTS HERE Enjoy a delicious seven course menu gourmand plus two glasses of Champagne for just £69.95 per person.

Champagne and canapés from 7pm. Guests will be seated at 8pm.

Be entertained by our fabulous Michael Bublé tribute act and bring in the New Year in style.

Spaces limited so book now to avoid disappointment call 0121 454 3725. gentingcasinoedgbaston.com

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W ILL POW ER Top birmingham dj will power picks his top tracks and best club nights as clubland gears up for NYE

R EC O M MEND ED LIST E N I N G TOP FIVE AL B UMS Crazy P - When We On

Matt Tolfrey - Word of Mouth

After almost three years since their last album, When We On is arguably Crazy P’s most accomplished and mature album to date. It displays all the elements that their followers have grown to love, with masterful use of samples and melodies. A mix of Balearic kissed beats, disco, house grooves and ambient alike make for a great listen.

Word of Mouth displays Tolfrey’s depth and understanding of music as well his ability to put his own definitive Leftroom slant on it.

Collaborating with guest vocalists such as Marshall Jefferson, Jem Cooke and James tee, the album has a balance of peak time tracks, deep journeys and late night vibes.

More Music - Various To celebrate its second birthday, More Music presents a two-disc compilation of quality deep house. CD1 offers exclusive new material from the likes of Marc Romboy, Death on the Balcony, Edu Imbernon among others while CD2 compiles classics from the back catalogue, making this a solid release for the label.

TOP TEN SINGLES 1/ Cajmere - Let’s Dance - Great tune that works well on the dance floor 2/ Christian Burkhardt Delight - Loose yet solid groove with a great vocal sample 3/ Kastil - Mc Geeva - Looping, feel good disco groove 4/ Catz ‘n Dogz - They Frontin’ ft Monty Luke - Serious late night track 5/ Wolf + Lamb vs.

PillowTalk - Real Love - More hypnotic electronic grooves from Wolf + Lamb 6/ Phil Weeks - Pimpin’ 4 Weeks

- Trademark Phil Weeks, looping house 7/ Rampa - Everything feat.

Meggy (Mark Fanciulli Remix) - Mark Fanciulli gives a tougher alternative to the original 8/ Tapesh & Dayne S - Don’t You Know - Old school organ flavours 9/ Waifs & Strays - Love On Another - Well-arranged, deep vocal house 10/ Brigante, Ali Love and Luca C - Different Morals - Ali Love with his unique vocals on another great track

Yousef - A Product of Your Own Environment A Product of Your Own Environment sees Yousef touch upon house, techno and the fringes. Incorporating piano, guitar, trumpet and standout vocals, he makes melody and atmosphere key, granting the album a well-deserved spot on any listen list.

Friendly Fires - Late Night Tales Friendly Fires’ Late Night Tales opens with a flurry of disco grooves before veering towards the left field. Moving on, the mix then flows out with near ambient tones, demonstrating an affinity towards the forces that drive dance and techno as well as current guitar band trends. Friendly Fires have the perfect combo of head, heart, and feet to lead us into our dreams.

GLAS NYE

Halloween underlined what a fantastic year of parties it has been for GLAS. Completely selling out the Rainbow Warehouse on a weekday night, and with more than half of those attending later heading into the city centre in their Halloween outfits, showcased why it is one of Birmingham’s leading and most original events. No surprises the brand continues to run against the grain, but for New Year’s Eve its taking things back to basics.

Past NYE parties have seen GLAS present two street festivals and a hotel party, along with the first ever NYE event at the former TRMNL venue in the Jewellery Quarter. The latter is widely regarded as one of the best parties it has ever hosted, so this year it’s looking to recreate something similar. GLAS takes over the new Lab11 venue in Digbeth for one night only, assembling over 20 DJs across three rooms of music, installing an array of special FX, pyrotechnics and a laser mirror system never seen before in Birmingham. After recently announcing plans to launch the GLAS record label, NYE will feature exclusive live performances of the brand’s first releases.

Full details of the party are being kept under-wraps for now, but an intimate affair reminiscent of the early GLAS parties is promised.

With only 700 tickets available on-line it’s a matter of time before the event is sold out.

For full details see www.GLASparty.com or www.facebook.com/GLASfanpage

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REC O M MEND ED NIGH TS O U T TRMNL

On Saturday December 1, TRMNL welcomes Desolat artist Pirupa and local Talent Samu.l to the main room, while Hot Creations’ Waifs & Strays and Ben Pearce provide sounds in room2. Pirupa’s Party Non Stop track won Track of 2012 at the DJ Awards Ibiza, catapulting him into the spotlight and allowing him to be recognised as one of the most exciting DJ/producers around. Waifs & Strays continue to push their trademark sound of low swung, disco and house grooves on the biggest labels in the industry, while emerging talent Ben Pearce’s What I Might Do went straight to the top of the overall download charts upon release, selling more units than any other artist across any genre of dance music in the world.

On Saturday December 22, sub-brand TRMNL Terrace Sessions takes over the main room as part of a room swap, showcasing deep disco and house sounds from Crazy P Soundsystem [Live] and Amine Edge & Dance. Room 2 will play host to house and techno sounds provided by residents and local underground guests.

Crazy P have headlined festivals around the globe as a band with their Soundsystem shows; a combination of live vocals, instruments and performance with DJ’ing.

Solid album and single releases make them possibly the finest electronic disco and deep funk outfit on the planet. Amine Edge and Dance will provide their no-holds barred party onslaught of deep hip-hop influence house that has seen them feature regularly at parties across the globe.

For more information and TRMNL dates see: www.

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2:31

After recently reaching its 1st birthday milestone, 2:31 continues to deliver its weekly offering of house and bass music at The Rainbow Warehouse. Standout guests have included the likes of SBTRKT and Justin Martin along with appearances from local brands SARF, Milk and Uber. With regular crowds in attendance, no one can deny that 2:31 has firmly established itself as a front-runner among the city’s after-party scene.

December will see 2:31 continue its weekly program, A World of Music, with other standout dates for the month to include

Todd Edwards on December 15 and Viva Music’s/Birmingham expat Steve Lawler on Boxing Day. As per usual, residents Tom Shorterz, Smak Pony and other local guests will be on hand to contribute to the after party soundtrack.

For more information, check out: www.facebook.com/two31

LEFTFOOT AND LE LIEU END OF YEAR PARTY FT. JACKMASTER AT HARE & HOUNDS

2012 has seen the likes of Mosca, Theo Parrish, Eats Everything, Jacques Greene, XXXY, Fantastic Mr Fox, Eglo Live Band, Julio Bashmore, French Fries and many more grace the stage for Leftfoot and Le Lieu. They are proud to announce that they’ll be wrapping up an amazing year of music with one of the hottest DJ’s of the moment... JACKMASTER. Cofounder of record label Numbers, Jackmaster is famed for his eclectic sets, skipping through everything from guilty pleasures to forgotten classics and dubplates in the same breath.

Andrew Hill, Adam Regan and Beck + Bird will be supporting.

For more information see www.hareandhoundskingsheath.co.uk

NYE @ HARE & HOUNDS

End of year celebrations at Kings Heath venue Hare and Hounds comprise of brands Freestyle and This is Tmrw hosting its dance floor spaces.

Freestyle’s Sam Redmore promises to bring a party selection that takes in pretty much anything and everything but specifically funk, soul, ska, reggae, disco and afrobeat, while This is Tmrw will embark on a musical journey via New York Punk funk, disco, house, 80s new wave, bass music and a few guilty pleasures.

Tickets for both events are available from Ticketsellers.co.uk.

For more information see www. hareandhoundskingsheath.co.uk

NYE @ BULLS HEAD

After almost 6 years of riotous parties, Habit has now firmly established itself as a solid addition to Birmingham’s underground house scene. The Habit boys have developed a party based on a very simple ethos, which aims to get back to the origins of dance music… having some fun! On NYE they will host upstairs with PJR Project, Jim Ryan, Steve Thornton & Paul Kaminski playing house, disco and classics soundtracks. High Fidelity will be hosting proceedings downstairs with a selection of Indie, Northern Soul, Motown, and 80s.

For more information see: www.bullsheadmoseley.co.uk

ART

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and food. Main room DJs include; Ben Pearce, Jouhl, Bunny, Tom Frankel, Pornogroove and MoreThanTom, while The Record Store will host the Loft. Mr Birds will be creating a vintage market with a variety of different stalls and Liam Moran will be doing his famous World Food BBQ. For full details and more information see www.facebook.com/gibbstreetwarehouse or www.gibbstreetwarehouse.com

FACE

After their big 3rd birthday, Face returns with their second warehouse show on December 29.

With a hefty line-up featuring Circolco / DC10, artists Martinez Brothers and Laura Jones in the warehouse and widely respected Mosca & Dusky in the garden, this promises to draw people back to the Rainbow Warehouse between their Christmas and NYE celebrations. As per usual, Face residents will be supporting guests in each room while Hasselbank DJs and Tom Shorterz take over the inner warehouse room. The event is in connection with their Snowbombing Club partnership in preparation for the 2013 edition of the festival.

For more details check out: www.faceevent.co.uk

IF PRESENTS ONE NATION UNDER A GROOVE NYE 2012 Yet another year draws to a close for the IF team, who continue to provide the city with their distinctive after party at Bushwackers.

This year’s edition is presented as One Nation Under A Groove, showcasing all the best grooves from the past 12 months. Residents and guests will be arranged across the Main room and Terrace while tables and booths are available in the champagne bar and terrace bay for VIP guests.

For more details check out: www. facebook.com/IFafterparty

ROCKNROLLA

Sound Ctrl is the new addition among Birmingham venues and the new home of Rocknrolla. After a season in Ibiza and one off events in the city, the brand throws itself back in the mix of weekly after parties. For the second year running, they have teamed up with fellow brand Spin to present their joint NYE event. Rocknrolla will be taking over the basement of Sound Ctrl, including DJs Rue Jay, Alex Schmitz, Rob Tissera among others, with Majestic as a vocal host, while Spin will host the attic with DJs Alex Parkin, Short Stepperz and Daft Jack to name a few.

For more details see: www.iamarocknrolla.com

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Kelly Franks, Cherie Ellis, Sam McGuffog

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Reena Pitrola & Robyn Peters

Paulos, Barney, Gez Bailey & Andy Baxter

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Yasmin Hussain & Will Newhill

T h e c i t y ’s fa s h i o n c o n s c i o u s w e r e o u t i n f o r c e o n S at u r day 1 7 t h N o v e m b e r a s Ryan Jones & Hollie

t h e M i l e H i g h C l u b at T h e C u b e p l ay e d h o s t t o G - S ta r R aw B i r m i n g h a m ’s 6 t h B i r t h day Pa r t y.

T h e a f t e r pa r t y wa s t h e n h o s t e d b y “ I F ” @ B u s h wa c k e r s . A dat e n o t t o b e m i s s e d t h e r e w i l l b e t h e N Y E Pa r t y “ O n e N at i o n U n d e r A G r o o v e ” S e e yo u o n t h e da n c e f l o o r .

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On Friday October 19, Birmingham’s ICC hosted a star-studded ball to celebrate the short life and national charity efforts of brave Birmingham schoolboy Harry Moseley.

The glittering event was a sell-out, attended by 1,250 guests including Harry’s celebrity friends and business leaders from across the West Midlands, and raised more than £100,000 for his charity, Help Harry Help Others (HHHO), which provides support for cancer sufferers and their families, as well as funding research to find a cure for cancer.

Organised by Tim Andrews, managing director of Hollywood Monster, and former Big Brother contestant and Birmingham corporate lawyer

Peter (PJ) Ellis, with support from Harry’s mother Georgie, the evening celebrated Harry’s charity work and fighting spirit.

Before his death last year, Harry raised more than £700,000 for cancer charities by selling hand-made bracelets and touring schools and businesses up and down the country.

Also in attendance was TV presenter Ben Shephard, former Aston Villa player Ian Taylor, former Birmingham City player Michael Johnson, Harry Potter stars Oliver and James Phelps, TV presenter Alison Hammond and Olympic gymnast Kristian Thomas.

A brilliant evening was enjoyed by all to celebrate the fantastic work of an inspirational young boy.

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SKYFA LL C O MES TO BIRMING HA M James and Oliver Phelps

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On Thursday 25th October, Cineworld on Broad Street hosted the glittering premiere of the latest James Bond movie Skyfall.

The celeb-packed charity premiere was sponsored by Genting Casino and coincided with the launch of the brand new IMAX screen at Cineworld Birmingham. Raising money on the night for Heart FM’s ‘Have a Heart’ appeal, which has adopted Childline as its 2012 charity, guests included Danielle Lloyd and football star Jamie O’Hara, Desperate Scousewives stars Amanda Harrington and Gill O’Toole, 80s soul singer Jaki Graham and the Harry Potter Weasley twins, James and Oliver Phelps amongst others.

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C a f é E z r a , t h e s t r e e t s i d e c o f f e e s h o p at H o t e l L a T o u r i n A l b e r t s t r e e t, r e c e n t ly l au n c h e d a n e w m e n u f e at u r i n g b r e a k fa s t g o o d i e s , b r u n c h e s a n d l i g h t l u n c h e s .

Café Ezra’s invited guests sampled a range of delicious breakfast and brunch dishes including bacon butties, served with homemade Bloody Mary ketchup, pastries and cakes and sharing platters of cold meats, cheese and other adornments. A short stroll from the Bullring and open from 7.30am Monday to Friday, and from 10am on weekends, Café Ezra, little sister to the hotel’s Marcus Wareing-inspired brasserie Aalto, is the perfect place to kickstart your day with a delicious breakfast, or perfect for a mid-shopping drinks break.

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T HE BL AC K K E YS NIA, December 9

KATH E RI N E JEN KI N S Symphony Hall, December 18 Catch the mesmerising Welsh mezzosoprano at the Symphony Hall this December, as Katherine Jenkins performs various songs from her latest album, This is Christmas, along with festive carols for the audience to join in. Part of Christmas 2012 festivities at THSH, tickets are from £29.50 to £55 and can be purchased from www.thsh.co.uk, the box office or by calling 0121 345 0600.

American rock duo The Black Keys are hitting Birmingham’s NIA as part of their winter tour.

With a summer appearance at Reading Festival under their belt, and after smashing records in Australia, Canada and the UK with their album, El Camino, which debuted on the American Billboard Top 200 at number 2, Dan Auerbach and Patrick Carney promise an audiencecapturing performance of their hits, including Lonely Boy, Dead and Gone and the recentlyreleased Little Black Submarines. Tickets are £27.50 and can be purchased from www.thenia. co.uk, the box office or by calling 0844 338 8000.

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TH E OV E RTON ES Symphony Hall, December 10 A dandy aesthetic paired with impossibly good looks and vocals to match, five-piece British-IrishAustralian vocal harmony boy band, The Overtones, are set to capture the hearts of music lovers with their catchy vintage pop melodies at the Symphony Hall this Christmas. With the release of their latest single Loving the Sound and album Higher, merging doo-wop and Motown sounds to perfection, expect to see a lot more of this brilliantly talented group in 2013.

Tickets are from £19.50 to £33.50 and can be purchased from www.thsh.co.uk, the box office or by calling 0121 345 0600.

I N T H E MO OD FOR SOME T H I NG MUSICAL? O u r p i c k o f t h e b e s t g i g s i n t ow n

Following on from their four-times platinum in the UK and twice-platinum in the US album, Sigh No More, Mumford & Sons are now set to recreate their magic at the LG Arena. Prepare to revel in the English folk rock band performing songs from their latest album, Babel, with hits including Lover of the Light and Whispers in the Dark.

Tickets are £29.50 and can be purchased from www.lgarena.co.uk, the box office or by calling 0844 338 8000.

E NT E R S HIKAR I HMV Institute, December 15 Hailing from St. Albans, Hertfordshire, Enter Shikari are a post-hardcore band formed in 2003. With the interesting band name derived from lead vocalist Rou Reynolds’ uncle’s boat, and a character Reynolds once wrote for a play prior to forming the band, Enter Shikari are set to take the HMV Institute by storm after a high octane summer which saw them take centre stage at several festivals across Europe, as well as notching up performances at Reading and Leeds festival. Buzzing from bagging the Independent Album of the Year accolade with their album A Flash Flood Of Colour, Enter Shikari are set up for huge success. Tickets are £20.50 and can be purchased from www.ticketweb.co.uk or by calling 0844 248 5037.

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A M E RI CAN I D IOT New Alexandra Theatre, November 26 – December 1 Based on American punk rock band Green Day’s Grammy Award-winning album of the same name, American Idiot The Musical makes a fresh-from-Broadway pit stop at Birmingham’s New Alexandra Theatre. Telling a tale of three friends struggling to cope with their lives and dreams post 9/11, American Idiot samples some of the best hits by Green Day, including Boulevard of Broken Dreams, 21 Guns, Wake Me Up When September Ends, Holiday and the blockbuster title track American Idiot. Tickets are from £28.50 to £40.50 and can be purchased from www.atgtickets. com, the box office or by calling 0844 871 7627.

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T HE T WE LVE DAT ES OF C HRIST M AS Old Joint Stock Theatre, December 5 - 8, and 11-15 Dubbed ‘Bridget Jones meets Carrie Bradshaw’, The Twelve Dates of Christmas promises a heartfelt insight into a world of broken hearts and undelivered promises. Mary catches her cheating fiancé red-handed on national television and promptly calls off their engagement. Her heartbreak takes her to New York, and revealed are the trials and tribulations Mary faces trying to find new love on holiday. The Twelve Dates of Christmas is perfect for a refreshing, off-Broadway theatre hit. Tickets are £12 and can be purchased from www. oldjointstocktheatre.co.uk, or by calling 0121 200 0946.

BIRM I N G H AM R OYA L B A L L ET – CI NDE RE LL A Birmingham Hippodrome, November 21 – December 9 A childhood favourite adapted for an audience of all ages, Birmingham Royal Ballet brings Cinderella to the Birmingham Hippodrome for a beautiful balletic rendition of the classic fairytale. Directed by David Bintley CBE, current artistic director of the Birmingham Royal Ballet, to mark the company’s 20th anniversary, and with a musical score by legendary composer Sergei Prokofiev, it’s the perfect way to kick start festive celebrations. Tickets are from £15 to £47 and can be purchased from www.birminghamhippodrome.com, the box office or by calling 0844 338 5000.

DO LLY PARTO N - 9 - 5 T HE MU S ICAL Alexandra Theatre, December 17 – January 5 2013 Based on the hit 1980 movie starring Jane Fonda, Dolly Parton - 9 To 5 The Musical is set to be a scintillating show, with music and lyrics by the legendary Dolly Parton. The story revolves around three office workers who turn the tables on their sexist, egotistical, lying, bigot of a boss, and the plot gives way to stellar vocals from an all star cast, including Natalie Casey (Two Pints of Lager and a Packet of Crisps) Bonnie Langford (Chicago, Cats), Ben Richards (Grease, The Bill), Jackie Clune (Billy Elliot, Mamma Mia!) and Amy Lennox (Legally Blonde the Musical). Tickets are from £15 to £42 and can be purchased from www.atgtickets.com, the box office or by calling 0844 871 7627.

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F RAN KFU RT CH R ISTM AS M A R K ET & C RA FT FA IR November 15 – December 22 Once again, the legendary and largest authentic German market outside of Germany and Austria is back in Birmingham. Central to the city’s festive season calendar, the Frankfurt Christmas Market and Craft fair opens up over 180 stalls to festive shoppers, selling stunning, locally-produced hand-crafted pieces. Also, enjoy German Market classics such as hot Glühwein (mulled wine), German Bratwurst & Brezel (red or white sausage in special bread), pick up beautiful Christmas gifts for loved ones and listen to traditional carols and Christmas songs. Perfect for a festive fun-filled day out with family or friends, the Frankfurt Christmas Market & Craft Fair runs from November 15 until December 22, 10am – 9pm. For more information this and other festive events taking place throughout the city, visit www.christmasinbirmingham.com.

O U T AND ABO U T Our pick of the best events

Hitting the NIA Birmingham in the New Year, the hugely popular Strictly Come Dancing Live Tour 2013 brings with it a stellar line up of celebrity dancing stars. Already confirmed are TV actress Lisa Riley, Tracy Beaker star Dani Harmer and former England cricket captain and legend Michael Vaughan. The tour promises to be as electric as the hit BBC1 show, with Craig Revel Horwood, Len Goodman and Bruno Tonioli back on the judging panel, so expect glamour, exhilarating choreography and the chance to vote for you favourite live act. The tour opens on January 18 and tickets are £65.00, £45.00, £35.00, available to purchase from www.thenia.co.uk, the box office or by calling 0844 338 8000.

F RE E RADIO LIVE 20 1 2 LG Arena, December 15 After massive success last year, bringing to the stage top artists such as Emeli Sande, Pixie Lott and The Wanted, Live 2012 is back and bigger this year. Free Radio has teamed up with LG Arena to bring you a stellar line-up of music artists for 2012, including Labrinth, JLS, Stooshe and Lawson, with further artist announcements to be made. Promising the ‘ultimate live chart show’ right before your eyes, see 2012 out with a bang at the biggest party in Birmingham. Tickets can be purchased at www. lgarena.co.uk, the box office or by calling 0844 3388000.

THE BBC GO O D F O O D S HOW WINT E R NEC Birmingham, November 28 – December 2 Celebrity chefs, including James Martin and the Hairy Bikers, superb shopping and a whole host of top TV shows such as The Great British Bake Off and MasterChef presented live: if this isn’t foodie heaven we don’t know what is. The BBC Good Food Show Winter is coming to Birmingham to kick off your festive season tastefully, and tickets can be purchased from www.thenec.co.uk, the box office or by calling 0844 3388000.

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To give you the chance to see them live, we’ve teamed up with LG Arena to give one lucky winner a pair of tickets to the show, a backstage tour and even travel and hotel! Added to that, we also have five pairs of standard runners’ up tickets to the show giving you an even greater chance to see your favourite artists live.

For your chance to win, just answer this simple question:

What is the name of Scouting for Girls’ third album?

Enter online at shoppinginbirmingham.com or send your answer, full name, address and telephone number to Free Live Radio 2012 Competition, Style Birmingham, Publishing Ink, Fifth Floor, White House, 111 New Street, Birmingham, B2 4EU by the closing date of December 10, 2012.

Terms and conditions apply.

CHRISTMAS. & NEW YEAR for more information or to book:

WWW.HOTEL-LATOUR.CO.UK 0121 718 8000 Find Hotel La Tour in Birmingham city centre, near Moor Street Station facing Selfridges & The Bullring.

A great place to work, stay and play this Christmas and New Year.

Festive lunches and dinners, Christmas parties and celebration afternoon tea throughout December.

Join us for an elegant New Year's Eve and see in 2013 in style.

Champagne reception, dinner at Aalto or reserve a table in Alvar Bar, with entertainment from singer Gary Priestly.

Or book our Chef's Table for a night to remember.

To book any of our special offers or events visit: WWW.HOTEL-LATOUR.CO.UK/OFFERS

WWW.THOMASSABO.COM CONTACT: + 44 (0) 20 77 20 97 25 | UK@THOMASSABO.COM AVAILABLE AT: BULLRING SHOPPING CENTRE SELFRIDGES AT BULLRING | HOUSE OF FRASER

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The region’s biggest fashion and shopping event, Style Birmingham LIVE A/W12, returned on Saturday 29 September with glamorous host, actress and singer Martine McCutcheon.

More than 3,000 ticket holders arrived to see the stunning catwalk show take place at The Mailbox, featuring the latest autumn/winter styles and collections from across the city’s stores and centres.

Special guest, Olympic gold medallist Greg Rutherford made

his catwalk debut in the show’s opening scene and was met with huge applause from the audience.

You can see all looks featured in the catwalk show and find out where to buy them within this guide, including clothing and accessories from Harvey Nichols, House of Fraser, Bullring, The Mailbox, M&S and Selfridges, plus many more.

In addition to the catwalk show, celebrity stylist Bradley Taylor joined Martine on stage to answer style questions from the audience and also demonstrated how the

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Shoppers were also treated to The Show: Enchanted, hosted by TOWIE’s Lydia Bright at Bullring, mini catwalk shows and beauty demonstrations at House of Fraser, plus loads more in-store offers and events across the city centre.

For further information visit www.shoppinginbirmingham.com, follow @shoppinginbham and ‘like’ on Facebook at Facebook.com/ ShoppingInBirmingham

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HIDE & CHIC From a selection of Harvey Nichols stunning designer collections, a casual yet polished look took to the catwalk. Heavy leather jackets were mixed with denim, whilst the females took on sheer chiffon and fur to mix up winter textures.

Pierre Balmain Black Jacket, Alexander McQueen Printed T-shirt, Nudie Black Jeans, Jimmy Choo Leopard High Tops, Pierre Balmain Grey Leather Bag

Malene Birger Beige Jumper, Malene Birger Lace Slip, Karl Donoghue Faux Fur Gilet, Christian Louboutin Shoes

Alexander McQueen Berry Leather Jacket, Alexander McQueen Wolf Print Scarf, J Brand Skinny Jeans, Christian Louboutin Shoes

Malene Birger Leather Dress, Michael Kors Fur Stole, Black Studded Christian Louboutins

Diesel Chunky Knit Cardigan, Jacob Cohen Grey Jeans, Alexander McQueen Black Leather Jacket, Gucci Purple Knit Snood, Jimmy Choo Grey High Tops

Malene Birger Cream Blouse, Karl Donoghue Faux Fur Gilet, Alexander McQueen Patterned Leggings, Jeffrey Campbell Platforms

J. Lindeberg Berry Knit, Nudie Black Jeans, Dolce & Gabbana Grey Tweed Coat, Paul Smith Black Gloves, Dolce & Gabbana Black High Tops

Escada Sport Leather and Faux Fur Sleeveless Coat, Helmut Lang Top, Jimmy Choo Boots Karl Donoghue Faux Fur Stole, Helmut Lang Black Loose Knit, Helmut Lang Patterned Leggings, Jeffrey Campbell Platforms Alexander McQueen Grey Patterned Jumper, Jacob Cohen Stone Jeans, Belstaff Black Jacket, Alexander McQueen, Brown Leather Trainer Boots

Escada Sport Cream and Shearling Coat, Frye Black Boots

Michael Kors Faux Fur Gilet, Alexander McQueen Cream Blouse, Seven For All Mankind Bronze Jeans, Christian Louboutin Shoes

Belstaff Brown Leather Coat, Alexander McQueen T-shirt, Diesel Grey Jeans, Jimmy Choo Leather High Tops, Gucci Brown Holdall

American Retro Biker Jacket, Helmut Lang Stone Knit, Berry Paige Skinny Jeans, Sam Edelman Black Biker Boots Ashley B Purple Faux Fur Jacket, 2ND Day Coated Black Jeans, Alexander McQueen Purple Boots

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A fusion of clashing prints, from florals to dizzying digital geometrics. Splashes of colour, ditzy designs and angular lines all came together, from an equally eclectic mix of retailers, to form a key trend for AW12.

Zara Leopard Print Top, Zara Green Trousers, Primark Necklace, Office Studded Shoes

Karen Millen Print Dress, Karen Millen Black Boots, Karen Millen Long Black Gloves

Hobbs Black and Cream Coat, Hobbs Boots with Patent Detail, Hobbs Patent Black Bag

Reiss Printed Dress, Reiss Black Leather Ankle Boots, Ted Baker Blue Clutch, Sutton & Robertson Jewelled Necklace

Oasis Cream Shirt, Primark Black and Cream Trousers, Forever 21 Orange Patterned Shoes

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Hawes & Curtis Blue Spotted Shirt, Mantaray at Debenhams Patterned Jumper, Jasper Conran at Debenhams Suit Trousers, Jasper Conran at

Ted Baker Black Suit, Jigsaw Striped Jumper, Ted Baker Navy Printed Shirt, Ted Baker Scarf, Ray Ban at Piccadilly Opticians Glasses, Next Black Shoes (left) Zara Black and White Jumper, Zara Black Jersey Joggers, Dune Black Boots 2407 (right)

Jasper Conran at Debenhams Blue Top, Jasper Conran at Debenhams A-Line Skirt, Sutton & Robertson Beaded Necklace, Faith at Debenhams Blue Suede Shoes Next Yellow Print Shirt, Next Print Trousers, Next Jewelled Long Necklace, Jono Hennessy at Piccadilly Opticians Glasses, Next Blue Patent Shoes, Radley Brown Printed Bag

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COUNTRY DAYS, CITY NIGHTS Country casuals and heritage tweeds showed off what House of Fraser did best, whilst a selection of evening looks presented evening glamour and sparkle for the Christmas party season.

Linea Wool Coat, Biba White Shirt, Linea Green and White Jumper, Dickens & Jones Yellow Skirt

Dickens & Jones Floral Print Shirt, Only Grey & Yellow Jumper, Ralph Lauren Blue Padded Gilet, Vila Red Leather Shorts, Dickens & Jones Brown Belt, Shoes – Stylist’s Own

Dickens & Jones Blue Tartan Skirt Suit, Dickens & Jones Patterned Jumper, Linea Blue Fur Stole

Dickens & Jones Tartan Coat, Biba Purple Shirt and Jeans, Zatchels Bag

Howick Blazer, Polo

by Ralph Lauren Orange Shirt, Ralph Lauren Chunky Knit, Linea Blue Jeans, Howick Brown Belt Linea Black Coat, Label Lab Green Jeans, Label Lab Striped Shirt, Linea Blue Knit, Jack Jones Blue Scarf, Howick Blue Cap

Pied a Terre Patterned Shirt Dress, Ralph Lauren Cream Knit Cardigan, Ralph Lauren Brown Belt, Biba Sunglasses, Linea Tan Bag Adrianna Papell Black Sequin Dress Kenneth Cole Suit

Adrianna Papell Sequin Gown, Linea Clutch with Gold Chain

Label Lab Faux Fur Jacket, Episode Sequined Top, Biba Black Trousers

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Ralph Lauren Gilet, Hackett Tweed Blazer, Howick Cord Trousers, Howick Blue Checked Shirt, Failsworth Flat Cap

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VERY BERRY A delicious mix of Merlot, Cabernet, and Shiraz…in colour, were glowing on the runway. Models in head-to-toe hues of rouge and burgundy sauntered down wearing clothing from a mixture of the city’s key brands.

Hawes & Curtis Red Shirt, G-Star Short Sleeved Sweater and Trousers, Forever 21 Necklace

COS Purple Knit, COS Purple Checked Shirt, COS Blue Trousers, COS Purple Knit Tie, Reiss Grey Shoes

Primark Sweater, Shirt and Jeans, Gieves & Hawkes Jacket, Radley Laptop Bag, Moss Bros Scarf & Pocket Square, Reiss Grey Boots

Reiss Orange Shirt, Reiss Orange Trousers, Reiss Bag and Scarf, Office Shoes and Sutton & Robertsons Gold Necklace

Ted Baker Jacket and Trousers, Liquor Store Apron, Levi Snood and Hat, Ted Baker Leather Satchel, Primark Burgundy Boots

Coast Orange and Red Blouse, Hobbs Tweed Skirt, Hobbs Fur Collar, Hobbs Hat, Dune Red Court Shoes and Matching Clutch Bag COS Purple Top, COS Lilac Trousers, Faith at Debenhams Purple Wedges, Radley Purple Bag

Karen Millen Orange and Red Dress, Karen Millen Fur Effect Bag, Karen Millen Red Shoes

Sparklewren Bespoke Corset, Red Baker Red Kilt Skirt, Shoes - Stylist’s Own

Tailored Suit, White Dress Shirt, Red Braces, Bow Tie, Pocket Square, and Patent Shoes all Clements & Church

COS Lilac Dress, Accessorize Red Hat, Dune Red Shoes

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HERITAGE Warm browns, forest greens, sumptuous furs and rich velvets make up a beautiful scene from one of Britain’s favourite retailers, M&S; with an altogether vintage feel.

Brown Tweed Coat, Blue Harbour Checked Shirt, Blue Harbour Orange Sweater, Grey Trousers, Grey Patterned Scarf, Blue Harbour Grey Tweed Hat, Autograph Brown Shoes

Brown Faux Fur Coat, Autograph Sequin Top, Brocade Skirt, Per Una Black Hat, Brown Boots

Autograph Green Military Coat, Indigo Black Leggings, Black Knee High Boots

Blue Harbour Jacket, Blue Harbour Diamond Knit Jumper, White Shirt, Grey Tie, Brown Cord Trousers, Brown Boots

Checked Blazer, Blue Harbour Knit Jumper, Grey Shirt, Collezione Trousers, Orange Checked Scarf, Brown Boots Autograph Black and Green Panel Dress, Black Suede Boots

Per Una Military Jacket, Black V-Neck Jumper, Per Una Black Military Skirt, Knee High Boots Checked Blazer, Blue Harbour Knit Jumper, Grey Shirt, Collezione Trousers, Orange Checked Scarf, Brown Boots

Black Pocket Detail Dress, Per Una Pink and Grey Coat, Per Una Grey Hat, Black Boots

Per Una Green Dress, Faux Fur Scarf, Black Wedge Shoes

Per Una Purple Faux Fur Jacket, Black Velvet Long Top, Per Una Green Velvet Skirt, Autograph Black Shoes

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DRAMA & DECADENCE Drama & Decadence showed off the very best of beautiful clothing from The Mailbox. Models in evening suits and glamorous dresses made of luxe satins, velvets and rich jewel colours shone on the catwalk.

Black Coat, Leather Belt, Black Trousers, Lilac Shirt, Black Shoes (all Boss at Hugo Boss)

Black Jersey Dress, Black Suede Handbag, Bronze Necklace, Black Court Shoes (all Boss at Hugo Boss)

Michael by Michael Kors Coat, Thomas Pink Black Top, LK Bennett Black Trousers, Black Tassel Shoes (both Daniel Footwear)

White Shirt, Velvet Bow Tie, Arm Bands and Cufflinks (all Thomas Pink), Gieves & Hawkes Black Trousers

Purple Top, Black Pleated Skirt, Purple Patent Bag and Purple Print Scarf (all LK Bennett)

Dolce & Gabbana Black Coat, Gucci Shirt, Paul Smith Trousers, Alexander McQueen Scarf, Versace Velvet Slipper Shoes (all Harvey Nichols) Philip Armstrong Pink Floral Dress, YSL Silver Platform Shoes (all Harvey Nichols)

Thomas Pink Green Satin Shirt, LK Bennett Black Pencil Skirt, Tory Burch Green and Tortoiseshell Bag, Black Knee High Boots (both Daniel Footwear)

Sass & Bide Sequined Dress, Jimmy Choo Glitter Shoes (all Harvey Nichols) 2262

Yeon wears‌ Purple Dress, Patent Bag and Black Court Shoes (all LK Bennett)

Leather Jacket, Black Leather Bag, Cream Polo, Black Suit Trouser, Black Leather Boots (all Boss at Hugo Boss)

Black Jacket, Grey Jumper, Grey Smart Trousers, Grey Scarf, Patent Shoes (all Boss at Hugo Boss) Suit, White Shirt, Gold Bow Tie, Dress Scarf and Patent Shoes (all Gieves & Hawkes)

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Suit, Dress Shirt, Blue Bow Tie and Slipper Shoes (all Gieves & Hawkes)

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JAPANESE ORIENTAL FLORALS

An Asian inspired scene, consisting of luxurious silks, fine florals and eastern colours.

A fusion of east meets west from some of Bullring’s best retailers.

Red Herring at Debenhams Purple Dress, Zara Black Print Jeans, Oasis Necklace, Ben De Lisi at Debenhams Gold Bag, Lipsy at Debenhams Black and Gold Shoes

Floral Bomber Jacket, Black Top and Black Trousers (all Zara), Accessorize Floral Tote Bag, Office Platform Boots

Frock On Vintage at Topshop Floral Jacket, Boux Avenue Gown, Hobbs Floral Skirt, Forever 21 Ring

Accessorize Red Kimono Top, Monsoon Black Bow Trousers, Next Floral Blouse, Accessorize Floral Bag

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Forever 21 Floral Dress Blue and Black Coat, Grey Ribbed Jumper, Black Trousers (all Zara), Forever 21 Black Shoes, ScarfStylists Own

Black Flower Top, Black Blazer, Red Print Trousers, Ruffle Skirt (all Zara), Clark’s Black Ankle Boots Floral Jacket, Pink Floral Top, Leather Look Leggings (all French Connection), Zara Black Skirt, Claire’s Fascinator, Shoes- Stylist’s Own

Black Blazer, Black Jacket, Black Trousers and Grey Shirt (all Forever 21), Dune Black Boots, Oriental TopStylists Own

Black Coat, Black Trousers (all French Connection), Forever 21 Black Top, ScarfStylist’s Own Striped Shirt, Black Coat, Grey Trousers, Belt and Shoes (all Reiss)

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Black Quilted Coat, White Shirt, Black Trousers (all French Connection), Oriental ScarfStylists Own, Forever 21 Black Shoes

Monsoon Floral Dress, Red Herring at Debenhams Cream Trousers, Next Shoes

Blue Jacket and Blue Jeans (all G-Star), Office Blue Suede Shoes

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FUTURISTIC GLAMOUR

Edgy yet sophisticated, Selfridges presented a truly stunning scene in which models took to the runway in Peter Pilotto printed dresses and Lanvin suits. Jaw-droppingly beautiful.

Peter Pilotto geometric silk printed dress (£605) and cropped puffa jacket, Selfridges (£1130)

Hervé Léger strapless leather and foil printed dress, Selfridges (£2,330)

Paul Smith black lace dress (£335); Stella McCartney Falabella Pewter glitter bag, Selfridges (£710)

Isabel Marant metallic jacket (£485) & leather shorts (£595) Alexander McQueen embellished black tee (£395) Stella McCartney Falabella black textured medium chain bag, Selfridges (£680)

Peter Pilotto printed beaded dress, Selfridges (£800)

Tiger of Sweden black and white coat (£395) grey mohair sweater (£125) black shirt (£80) Herringbone trousers, Selfridges (£150) Hervé Léger black leather jacket with beaded arms (£3,400) and black lattice fronted dress with flip skirt, Selfridges (£2380) Peter Pilotto printed dress, Selfridges (£485)

Issa black dress with embellished neck line and cuffs, Selfridges (£595)

Lanvin black and white dress, Selfridges (£1870)

Victoria Beckham black dress with python panel, Selfridges (£1850)

Peter Pilotto velvet contrast dress, Selfridges (£900)

Tiger of Sweden tweed jacket (£350) tweed trousers (£160) black & white shirt (£105) and grey sweater, Selfridges (£100)

Tiger of Sweden black Sateen suit (£550) and white shirt, Selfridges (£105)

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Tiger of Sweden black wool jacket (£335) White shirt (£105) black wool trousers, Selfridges (£130)

ST Y L E B I R M I N G H A M L I V E A / W 1 2

M AR T I N E ST E AL S T H E S H OW Martine McCutcheon hosted Style Birmingham L i v e a n d b r oug h t t h e h ou s e d ow n, w i t h h e r e n e r g y, fa b u l o u s fa s h i o n a d v i c e a n d i n s i d e r t i p s .

We c au g h t u p w i t h h e r f o r a f e w w o r d s a f t e r t h e s h o w. . .

I enjoyed Style Birmingham Live.

I haven’t presented a fashion event on this scale before, and it was brilliant.

Women, goodie bags and fashion shows are just up my street!

Everyone says it, but I really do love mixing designer with high street.

British high street fashion is fantastic, especially River Island and Zara, and some designer prices can be ridiculous.

Investment pieces aside, it’s foolish to spend huge amounts on something I know I’ll wear once. I’ll head to

Selfridges, Harvey Nichols and Harrods for a good look around: I adore Sass & Bide, Helmut Lang, the Olsen twins’ own label Elizabeth & James, and Yves Saint Laurent.

I go to London Fashion Week to support friends in the industry.

Increasingly, fashion shows are about colour, music and spectacle, so as a lover of theatre, I’ve really started to enjoy it.

These days, I feel comfortable in my own skin. In your thirties, you know

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who you are, you know what suits you and I know that my style has evolved.

I don’t worry about being too cool, too funky, or co-ordinated from head to toe.

I like to work a classic look with edgy accessories, or a splash of colour.

I have a passion for jewellery, especially silver. I don’t feel ‘dressed’ until I’ve got the accessories right, even if that means absolutely minimal ones.

I’m an instinctive dresser: it has to feel right for me to be happy.

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