VAMP#34

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“ And those who where seen dancing where considered insane by those who could not hear the music ” – Nietzsche

LIFE’S A BEACH

Kids show us how to do summer fashion Pg.115

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his issue we kick off with some insight into Louis Vuitton’s newest designer, Virgil Abloh. Originally a streetwear designer, Abloh will launch his first collection for the renowned Parisian fashion house in June 2018. Sticking to the theme of rising fashion stars, we move on to an interview with Chanel Joan Elkayam, a 20-year-old fashion design student at Central Saint Martins, who has already broken a fashion record for being the youngest designer to complete the four big fashion weeks, while still a teenager. Then we fly out of Europe, and our Vamp pages now land in Lagos, the Nigerian city thriving in art and innovation. American-born and Lagosbased photographer, Medina Dugger, gives us some insight into her latest series inspired by photographer J.D. ‘Okhai Ojeikere, an homage to intricate African hairstyles.. Speaking of hair, we have also included a short feature by

Editorial VAMP Editorial Team Creative Director Chris Psaila

Stylist Martina Zammit – Maempel B-Biche Carla Grima

Contributing Editor Carla Grima

Sales Manager Sam Psaila 7788 0300

Photographers Matthew B Spiteri Sean Mallia

Sales Keeley Bajada 9996 0446

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local beauty blogger, Stella Cini, who gives us her take on playful wigs.

In this issue we enjoyed some seaside fun, thanks to Hola Beach and Campari, who kept us refreshed whilst shooting our main fashion pages. Our mood led us to merge Mediterranean island trends with a slight Cuban influence. Our fashion pages come to a close with Berlin-based writer, Tamara Fenech, and her article on the global campaign Fashion Revolution.

Vamp is beyond thrilled to be featuring surrealist work by Jeff Koons and his recent exhibition, Easyfun - Ethereal in New York.

Whilst in the city, we head just three hours away for a dreamy Long Island getaway. Here we take you on a little bohemian tour of what summer would feel like staying in the famous Surf Lodge, surfing until sunset and then

Contributors Tamara Fenech Luc John Claude Rachel Ripard Amanda Greaves Jean Zammit Becky Vella Medina Dugger Stella Cini Benjamin Garcia Saxe Stefan Hogan Mark Mc Bride

Emma Coleiro Gagosian Chanel Joan Elkayam Vincent Kraft Jonathan Zammit Partie Victor Vella Reuben Borg Studio Saxe

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listening to live music in the open air bar..

To begin our design pages, we head over to Costa Rica, where we discover a grown up’s playground in Studio Saxe’s Casa Flotana, a levitating wooden house. Adjusting to Mediterranean taste buds, we give you some suitable summer recipes to impress your guests, all courtesy of Corinthia Palace Hotel.

As we said, this issue is packed with new discoveries, even some right here at home, like Malta’s delicious traditional restaurant, Il-Malti, exclusive swimwear from Calzedonia, and a fun-loving kids fashion shoot to help inspire your little one’s wardrobes.

So grab your one way ticket and take this summer journey with us, you’re in for a fun ride. [ V ]

This magazine is published by [ V ] Publications also publishers of Served Magazine + / The Malta Artpaper

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018. NEW KING IN THE CASTLE

An introduction to Virgil Abloh, Louis Vuitton’s new designer

023. STYLE FILE

A story of colour and fabric for the summer months ahead.

032. Q + A: CHANEL JOAN ELKAYAM

Fashion designer, Chanel Joan Elkayam, tells Vamp how she made into this competitive industry at the age of 16.

038. TURNING HEADS

060. VINCENT KRAFT

A sneak peek of STREET: people and places, an exhibition featuring some 21 works by photographer, Vincent Kraft.

066. CALLING ALL REVOLUTIONAIRES

An article on the global campaign Fashion Revolution. Inspiring a new movement among fashion consumers and brands.

071. COOLEST COMFORTS

A reflection of all things sea, sun, and summer. Bring inspiration from the depths of the oceans into your cosy homes.

Lagos-based art photographer, Medina Dugger, gives us some insight into her latest series capturing intricate African hairstyles, and inspired by photographer J.D. ‘Okhai Ojeikere

072. EASYFUN - ETHEREAL

047. WHY I WEAR WIGS

078. THE SURF LODGE

Beauty blogger, Stella Cini, give us some tips on how to modernise the rising wig trend

048. LIFE’S A BEACH

A merging of Mediterranean island trends with a Cuban influence.

A press launch by Gagosian’s exhibition of “Easyfun-Ethereal,” seven large-scale paintings by Jeff Koons

Vamp discovers the laid-back chic of The Surf Lodge, located just three hours from New York at the edge of the beautiful Long Island coastline

088. FLOATING ON EARTH

A hideaway in Costa Rica designed by Studio Saxe.

097. COCKTAIL CRUSHES

Some juicy cocktail recipes perfect for summer BBQ’s

098. LA BON CUISINE

est la base du véritable bonheur Tantalising summer dishes by Corinthia Palace hotel

106. READY, SET, SWIM

VAMP picks out Calzedonia’s hottest swimwear trends in an all exclusive summer shoot

111. CUTE KIDZ

Our top style picks for kids

115. FULL ON FUN

Mediterranean kids show us how they do summer fashion

124. MAKE-UP MAGIC

Soft shades for a natural glow

133. BEHIND THE SCENES

Campari treats VAMP to some delicious backstage cocktails

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NEW RENAULT CAPTUR Europe’s best-selling urban crossover now features even more distinctive styling, with 30 potential two-tone exterior colour combinations. The new colour additions are Ivory, Ocean Blue, Cappuccino, Red and Atacama Orange. That personal style can be added to the interior too, with a choice of six colour pack options.

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EUROPEAN CAR OF THE YEAR

European Car of the Year Hits the Maltese Roads The newly launched Volvo XC40 – a forerunner in its field as a small SUV – has recently been named 2018 European Car of the Year at the Geneva Motor Show in Switzerland; and has just reached the shores of the Maltese Islands.

Critics have commended the way the XC-40 looks, which is undoubtedly a key selling point in this segment, as well as the ride and handling, with the ‘small SUV’ category fast becoming the most competitive.

The XC40 beat final contenders to win this prestigious award, including the SEAT Ibiza city car, the BMW 5-Series sedan, the Kia Stinger hot-rod, the Citroen C3 Aircross, the Audi A8 limousine and the Alfa Romeo Stelvio SUV.

The European Car of the Year awards was established in 1964, and represent an interesting history showcasing the automotive development in Europe.

To be eligible to win, the car needs to be available in Europe with projected sales forecasted at over 5,000 units. The category under which the vehicle falls is irrelevant – having seen sports cars, saloons, hybrids & superminis winning the title in previous years.

The European Car of the Year award is the judgement of a jury of 60 journalists from 23 countries across Europe.

“Winning this award with our new XC40 is perfect timing,” said Håkan Samuelsson, President and CEO of Volvo Cars. “Volvo now has three globally available SUVs in its range for the first time. The XC40 will be a strong contributor to further growth, taking us into a new and fast-growing small SUV segment.”

This is, however, Volvo’s first win. It came third in 1983 with the 760, then third again with in 2013 with the V40, and second in 2016 with the XC90. But the objective of the European Car of the Year is to choose a clear winner, and in 2018, that title goes to the XC40.

This was the second honour given to the all-new XC40 after it picked up the award for 2018 What Car? of the Year in January The XC40 is designed to combine advanced connectivity with practical interior storage and state-of-the-art safety technology. It’s available with a selection of petrol and diesel engines, with front-wheel or all-wheel drive on offer, as well as the choice of a manual or automatic gearbox.

In the U.K. the premium compact SUV has doubled Volvo’s own sales forecast for the model, with more than 3,000 XC40s having been sold since its launch in late February.

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THE MORNING BOOSTER On 18th May, ANCHOVY. hosted the fifth edition of the Morning Booster - the popular pre-work sensation that everyone is simply raving about! If yoga, dancing & healthy breakfasts are something that tickle your fancy, make sure to keep an eye out for the sixth edition!

OKAIDI SUMMER STYLING This season, look for casual looks in blue that your kids will love.

Other must-have items include detailed dresses, stylish skirts and trousers coordinated with accessories. Perfect to wear to family events, parties and days on the beach.

A selection of plain and patterned outfits is great for the summer wardrobe.

Check out these comfortable, practical and elegant outfits for ages from 3 months to 14 years.

For the little ones, find all you need in the OBAIBI section from the nursery list, like chic stylish outfits, accessories, plush toys, shoes and beach wear.

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JEAN PAUL GAULTIER LE MÂLE ESSENCE DE PARFUM A new interpretation of masculinity with for the first time, a redesigned silhouette: more shoulders and a narrower waist!

A new olfactory sensation too: a burst of spicy citrus collides with sensual leather notes shaken up with precious woods.

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PACO RABANNE PURE XS This scent is an untamed oriental, on-fire and fresh. An overflow of mouth-watering ginger sets the pace, it’s juicy.

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CAROLINA HERRERA GOOD GIRL COLLECTOR – VELVET FATALE New collector edition of the successful Good Girl Eau de Parfum, one of the best-selling fragrances worldwide over the last years. The iconic shoe, a familiar reference and a global hit, is enveloped in red velvet - a design that accentuates the sensuality of the fragrance.

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STYLE FILE

V I R G I L A B L O H TA K E S T H E R E I N S AT L O U I S V U I T T O N MENSWEAR

N E W K I N G I N T H E C AST LE

BY R A C H E L R I PA R D

Following the success of his own brand Off-White and more eclectic activities such as DJing on our sunny shores in 2015, Abloh has come a long way and proven himself as THE trendsetter of streetwear, recently being upgraded to kingpin of the whole fashion industry with a once-in-a-lifetime collaboration.

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“My motivation is, in a part, a bit of angst that comes from feeling like I don’t belong; that our generation doesn’t belong.

“…his background is actually in interior design and he was also Kanye West’s art director for many years.”

After being named best streetwear designer by the British Fashion Council last year, making him the first black designer to ever win the award, Virgil Abloh has catapulted into the high fashion and luxury stratosphere. Getting the ball rolling with his innovative provocation at ‘Off-White’ and impressing the masses with his unique graphic style, the designer has achieved in five years what most couldn’t in a lifetime.

Abloh has no formal fashion-design experience, his background is actually in interior design and he was also Kanye West’s artistic director for many years. This helped Abloh gain priceless cultural knowledge and a distinct perspective. When it comes to predicting what people will want next season and

making it irresistible to them, Abloh is nothing short of brilliant.

When sales of his cult-status label, Off-White, in Selfridges London sky-rocketed by 230% in the last few months, LVMH took notice.

LVMH, a conglomerate which houses names like Fendi and Dior, appointed the American dreamer to watch over the Parisian crown jewels… for the moment at least. As his legion of fans wait in eager anticipation for his debut collection coming in June 2018, Abloh lurks in the grand shadows of the Maison Louis Vuitton, as he himself waits to be scrutinised or adored. It’s safe to say the pressure is on. >>

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“ …the first black designer to be given such a position in the gilded halls of LVMH. ”

When British Vogue broke the news of Abloh’s collaboration with Louis Vuitton, editor in chief and long time friend Edward Enninful stated that “Virgil is one of the few designers who truly marries street culture with high fashion—and the first black designer to be given such a position in the gilded halls of LVMH. His appointment is a step in the right direction for diversity, as well as a particularly exciting creative moment for the industry.”

Louis Vuitton, probably the most worldrenowned brand, is now being headed

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by a streetwear designer, and it has also made a step in the right direction when it comes to welcoming diversity. The world as we know it is nothing like most fashion brands perceive it to be, and it’s Abloh’s time to be heard.

“My motivation is, in a part, a bit of angst that comes from feeling like I don’t belong; that our generation doesn’t belong. I made a conscious decision that I wasn’t just going to be a consumer; that at least one of us would appear at the end of a Parisian runway.” [ V ]

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STYLE FILE

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‘Poolside Party’ Keep a cool poolside profile this summer by decking out your look with all the necessary summer accessories, from statement flip flops to mellow shades.

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7. Vans Bag, €16. 8. Nike Short, €31. – Available at Urban Jungle, Tigne Point.

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‘Generation Yellow’ Recently appointed the colour of the millennial, sunny yellow tones are all over trend reports this season.

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1. Top, €25.99, Tiffosi, available at NOOS. 2. Sandals, €69, Marks and Spencer. 3. Playsuit, €25.99, Jennyfer.

4. Sandals, €44, Next. 5. Necklace, €79, Maxmara. 6. Top, €4.99, Jennyfer. 7. Trousers, €35.99, Tiffosi, available at NOOS.

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‘Pure Passion’ A softer take on summer prints. Keep your wardrobe crisp and pastel.

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1. Dress, €59.99, Monsoon. 2. Mango Shades €19.99. 3. Dress, €259, Monsoon. 4. Dress, €39.99, Broadway NYC, available at NOOS. 5. Skirt, €515, Maxmara. 6. Maxmara Handbag €945. 7. Perfume, Valentino Donna Rosa Verde. Exclusively from Ta’ Xbiex Perfumery Ltd.

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BISAZZA STREET SLIEMA TIGNE STREET SLIEMA

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‘Loving Linen’ A cool and casual fibre that creates an effortless summer vibe. This natural fabric is an ideal choice for island dwellers.

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1. Dress, €34, Marks & Spencer. 2. Ray-Ban, €172, www.eyewear.com.mt. 3. Playsuit, €38, Next. 4. Dress, €59.99, Tiffosi available at Noos. 5. Jumpsuit, €77, Monsoon. 6. Sneakers, €309, Maxmara. 7. Shorts, €17.99, Jennyfer. 8. Maxmara, Hat €98.

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‘Vintage Garden’ Putting a retro spin on this summer’s floral prints.

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5. Top, €399, Maxmara. 6. Clutch, €339, Maxmara. 7. Bodysuit, €12.99, Jennyfer.

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Interview: Carla Grima

INTER Chanel Joan Elkayam

Kicking off her fashion career at the tender teenage age of 16, Chanel Joan Elkayam has broken fashion records, as the youngest fashion designer to complete the big four fashion weeks by the time she was 20 years old. Here is a little bit about how this happened and what keeps her going.

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VIEW: [ Q ] How do you balance life between showing at all the major fashion weeks whilst still completing your BA at Central Saint Martins? [ A ] Time management is an important factor in balancing my work, education and social life. [ Q ] Is it correct to say that you started showcasing your collections before completing a design course? What inspired you to chase your dream so quickly? Has this been beneficial when enrolling in a fashion design course? [ A ] Yes, I started showcasing when I was 16 years old, long before I started my degree at Central Saint Martins.

My mother inspired me to chase my dreams and not to delay anything. She gave me confidence, teaching me that age should not be a barrier to starting my career.

1. May Parlar, I See You II, (Limited Edition 1 of 8), 2018, photograph

2. Lou Hamilton, ‘Orb of gold’, ink on paper, 29cm x 29cm

It has definitely been beneficial as when I began university I was ahead, with the skills and experience I had already gained in the fashion industry. >>

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My grandmother’s story and the fact that she survived and lived happily until the age of 85 inspired me. I was thinking about the period of time in which she lived in and what she went through. All my thoughts came together into mood boards, selecting fabrics, design developments and the final collection. [ Q ] Could you tell us about your most unforgettable behind the scenes moment... [ A ] Throughout the years, since starting my career, everything has been unforgettable. However my most unforgettable moment was when I was at Paris Fashion Week showcasing my AW16 collection and I received an email from Central Saint Martins to say I was accepted to their prestigious Womenswear Degree. [ Q ] Who is the Chanel Joan Elkayam woman? [ A ] An independent woman who believes in the empowerment of women. She is a boss. Feminine, seductive and elegant. Fearless and unstoppable. Powerful and comfortable in her own body.

[ Q ] You are certainly not short of drive. Do you have any words of wisdom for other millenials who are starting their careers?

“I think it is important to pursue your dreams as early as you can, once you know that is what you want in life.”

I think it is important to pursue your dreams as early as you can, once you know that is what you want in life. Whilst many millennials are now wasting time on social media, with no real purpose, just looking at who’s in a relationship with who or who has what, I am using social media for professional purposes and to push my brand further. [ A ] You recently launched your A/W 2018 collection during Milan Fashion Week. Your inspiration came from a very personal place - the story of your grandmother. Can you give us a little insight into your thought process from design concept to final product? Is it an emotional process?

Absolutely, all my collections involve an emotional process and there’s meaning behind them. It is all part of my design aesthetic.

Quick facts about Chanel Joan Elkayam:

My collection “Nonna”, which was showcased in Milan Fashion Week (on-schedule), was inspired by my grandmother’s life story. My grandma, who passed away a year ago, was born in Tripoli. Tripoli was controlled by the Italian dictator Mussolini.

He had a plan for the Nazi regime there and before this took place my grandmother and her family ran away from Tripoli leaving behind properties, businesses and everything they owned. They left with only one bag.

1. Current playlist: Netta Barzilay 2. Top travel destination: Mediterranean countries 3. Magazines, print or online? Both 4. Favourite season: Spring 5. Favourite Designer: Dior 6. Most prized possession: Jewellery passed down to me from my grandmother 7. Favourite Instagram page: @ivankatrump

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PARTY SCENE Exploring the local party scene with Underground Malta Words by Luc John Claude

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Alternative. Experimental. Underground.

All three of these words conjure images of Malta’s original music scenes developing in makeshift garages and backyard bars. This island is a musical hub in the Mediterranean, home to many subcultures of art and sound, influenced by places like Kingston, London and Berlin.

more music infrastructure such as studios and venues. The iron of innovation is red hot and creatives are busy hammering away. Malta is arriving to a breaking point with its musical projects (jam sessions, online radios, promotions and venues).

Take for example MusicPlayground, Mixu presents the Hip-Hop Loft, MIB Crew or The Storeroom.

The party circuit is unrelenting. It was described to me once as a vortex that pulls you in and becomes very hard to get out of. Regardless of work and reallife commitments, you find yourself going back time after time. Maybe it’s the sun and sea. Maybe it’s the random encounters of the island’s familiar faces that lead to a spontaneous party culture.

Numerous artists have chosen to base themselves on the island of Malta to soak up the sun and to boogie along with everyone else. Fattima Mahdi, a budding creative from London believes that “it’s refreshing there are so many talented individuals from all walks of life living on one tiny island. I’ve met some great producers, musicians and singers”.

Jogy, German member of ManaTapu also senses this flourishing of creative talent: “Malta has very intense jam sessions all over the island… music collectives like ManaTapu, Freedom Fighters and Pon Di Corner stem from these jams and gigs.”

A full calendar of events year round keeps Malta bouncing. There is never a time when a good foreign act is not blessing these shores, or when there isn’t an event someone is talking about. Word of mouth in Malta spreads faster than any social media engine and this fluidity of information works in favour of party culture. The winter period is kicking, the summer is dizzying. Keeping up actually means you have to be in good physical and mental shape. How do people manage?

Well in Malta, party people are more than just managing. They are thriving.

Promoters are coming out of the woodwork hungry for more talent, more

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venues and more of just about everything.

From cosy get togethers to big label parties, they are working hard to get you out of the house and bouncing to the same beat. We recommend keeping an open heart, as there are genuine people trying to share truly genuine music.

What’s next? We recommend you hold tight, and keep your eyes on Malta for the development of a converged, creative and cosmopolitan underground music society.

About Underground Malta: We are party people. We are rave analysts. But most importantly we are pioneers searching for something we call the underground sound. As a digital publication covering alternative music, festivals and culture in Malta and around the world, Underground Sound brings the focus back to what’s important, back to underground music that transcends nations and continents. Underground Sound also offers marketing, promotion and creative services for people working in the music industry. [ V ]

Malta is more than just a European destination for a quick, cheap stint in the sun. People from around the world are noticing that here you can rub shoulders with the next best international acts.

They are discovering the avant-garde jam sessions and feel blessed to watch the morning sunrise on the sea.

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TURNING HEADS

TURNING NN HEADS. Medina Dugger is an art photographer based in Lagos, Nigeria, and her work bears testimony to the confidence and style of the hair culture she captures in a striking way. Vamp reached out to Medina to find out more about her latest series.

A rising talent still in the early stages of her creative career, Medina Dugger is already turning heads. Her photographic work has been featured in various publications such as CNN Africa, De Volkskrant, Dazed, Refinery 29, Design Indaba, and others.

Her most recent photographic series, which is ongoing, takes hair as its subject. More specifically, she captures the intricately detailed hairstyles weaved, braided, or painstakingly woven onto the heads of Nigerian women.

Inspired by Nigerian photographer ‘Okhai Ojeikere, who started photographing African hairstyles in the 1950’s, and who amassed a collection of over 1000 different hairstyle photos in his career, Dugger has shot colourful, contemporary photos based on the same concept. She tells us that although they are really stunning to look at it, it’s not just the aesthetic of these styles that makes them so fascinating: “After researching Ojeikere’s work, I discovered that the hairdos represent so much more than just style, they can indicate features such as social class, tribal affiliation, age and marital status. The name of each hairstyle is also telling.”

She gives the photos her own, contemporary twist: “I made the decision to recreate Ojeikere’s images in colour (first

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photographed in black-and-white) following a discussion with Wunika Mukan, a friend and prominent figure in the Lagos arts and culture scene. We envisioned what a fun series it could be and I started immediately.”

Unlike Ojeikere, whose work included frontal and profile shots of his subjects, Medina photographs all her models from the back, masking their identity, and not even hinting at their facial features. This was intentional, and Medina explains that she prefers “images with a sense of mystery and universality in general”, even though, “a full face shot can still be full of mystery.”

“I chose to highlight the hairdos and the geles (headwraps). I started to see them more as works of art in-and-of themselves: the hairdos resembling still lifes, the geles resembling flowers.

The models were the foundation for the creations and involved in the selection of the style, along with the hairstylist.”

Medina’s work demonstrates a probing yet sensitive curiosity about the idiosyncrasies of modern-day Lagos. With her hair series, she intentionally seeks to tell a story different to the more conventional narratives about Africa. Her photographs paint a colourful, artistic and playful picture of Nigerian identity. >>

Medina Dugger – Teal gele

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Medina Dugger – Pink Didi

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Medina Dugger – Pink Buns

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The ongoing series, which is called Chroma: An Ode to J.D. ‘Okhai Ojeikere, presents a dichotomy; the centuries-old tradition of African hairstyles (braids, locs and threading) in Nigerian culture, which begins in girls’ childhood, and the new, contemporary way that these styles are being interpreted.

perhaps the most interesting way it has been displayed is in an outdoor exhibition in France, where her work is hanging outside in the streets of a French village, against the backdrop of old stone buildings. Here, her own work and that of Ojeikere are exhibited alongside each other.

In fact, a globalised Nigeria has presented new opportunities for hairstylists. Braiding and threading techniques have evolved and become more adventurous with the use of colourful wool and extensions, as seen in Dugger’s series.

“I was contact by Guy Bourreau, the artistic advisor for the Daoulas village in France which features an annual outdoor exhibition from March to December. They were featuring Ojeikere’s work inside an old Abbaye and he wished to find work that complimented that series but would also add some colour to the town streets and engage the townspeople.” >>

Medina’s work has been published in different publications, but

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Medina Dugger – Koroba with ponytail

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The exhibition is on until November. In the meantime, she has other projects to keep her busy. She is a creative consultant for UK-based Moon Man Studios, which is a concept studio specialising in art and creative production. Apart from that, she co-founded artoja.org, an online marketplace for contemporary art and design in Africa.

Asked about her influences and what she sees in the near future, Medina answers with certainty: “At the moment I am most influenced

by Viviane Sassen, Jack Davison and collage artists Nico Krijno and Hanneke van Leeuwen. I sense more still life and photo collage in my future”. Medina Dugger also plans to publish a book on the series by the end of the year, available in 2019. [ V ] Limited edition prints are available for sale now.

For information, please write to info@medinadugger.com.

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I started wearing and working with wigs over two years ago when I was sent one for a video review. At the time it was a very foreign concept both for me and for anyone in Malta. Nowadays it’s starting to gain popularity, especially since so many celebrities and people of influence are also wearing and getting creative with them.

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M O D E LS : E L A I N E – N OT I C E D M O D E LS & B E N J I E – M O D E LS M M A K E U P : A M A N DA G R E AV E S – F L O R M A R HAIR: BECKY VELLA – DEAN GERA L O C AT I O N : H O L A B E A C H , M A R FA

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The heat is on. Elaine and Benjie embody a fantasy brought to life, with textures inspired by beach-side colours and a Cuban attitude.

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AN AGE OLD QUESTION

What does it mean to be old, to feel old or to be seen as an elderly member of our society?

First of all, like the term ‘growing old’ implicates, aging is a process. Aging is based on changes in our bodies, in our minds and in our environment. These changes determine what we can and can’t do, what we believe we can and can’t do and what others believe we can and can’t do. In this article, we will shine some light on these changes from five different perspectives: >>

An Age Old Question How to design age-sensitive products and services

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[ 1 ] Chronological Age The chronological age is used to organize ourselves by the amount of time that we have spent on planet earth, to e.g. allow or forbid people from doing certain things. Do you want to drive a car? You better have at least 6.570 days on your clock. You want to enjoy a beer or two? Well, make it 5.840 days. These numbers vary by country and culture. They do not tell how capable and responsible a driver really is. Chronological age is a model which describes how likely it is that one is a capable and responsible driver. Such a model makes things simpler, but often too simple: some 80-year olds are excellent drivers, while others can not cross the street by themselves. When we only know the chronological age of a person, we can guess how likely it is that that person can drive a car, but this likelihood comes with a large uncertainty.

[ 2 ] Biological Age Scientists have discovered that there are biogenetic processes that make us ‘grow old’, constantly. These are some examples of biological changes: • The changing transcriptional activity of our genes • Mutations as a consequence of poor DNA-repair • ‘Exhausted’ cell renewal, caused by the shortening of the telomeres (to be found on each end of a chromosome) • Apoptosis: the programmed cell death, in order to prevent an endless replication of possibly defective cells A person’s biological condition strongly affects how (s)he uses interactive products. For example, reduced eyesight under low-light conditions is very common among people over 50. This is one of the reasons why older people may not like to drive at night.

[ 3 ] Functional Age The functional age defines the capability of a person to execute the tasks of daily life.

Can a person still do her own shopping, clean her own house or travel to visit friends and family? Functional age plays a major role when it comes to the question, whether a person is able to live at home

independently. When we know a person’s functional capabilities, we have a starting point for designing better products and services. However, this information is not sufficient. We may know if the person can still drive a car, but we do not know if (s) he prefers comfort functions, such as a parking aid and cruise control, or if (s)he prefers the more classical and manual way of operating the car.

[ 4 ] Psychological Age “You are only as old as you feel.”

This saying sums up the meaning of psychological age. It’s all about the selfassessment of a person: that person’s belief in their own capabilities and their motivation to do new things or continue to do things (s)he used to do. It is also about well-being and satisfaction with his or her own life until that date. The more honest someone is about their own (ageconcerned) feelings, the more likely it is that this person will act need-oriented and become predictable as a potential customer of age-sensitive products.

When designing products for seniors, psychological age is often just as important as functional age. For example, there are seniors who are courageous enough to try out new things. A senior who used to be driven around by her late husband, may take a few driving lessons and start driving again, as long as the car has an automatic transmission. Other seniors may be less courageous (or more responsible) and prefer to use public transportation.

[ 5 ] Sociological Age Whereas psychological age is about how one assesses oneself, sociological age is about the external assessment. What do other people think about the older adult’s capabilities and which behavior do they expect or desire? What is the person’s role? Is (s)he expected to play an active role in mentoring new employees, shaping politics, taking care of her grandchildren?

There must be a reason why most of us want to reach old age but do not want to be seen as old people. This attitude can be found in many western cultures. In other countries, such as Thailand, being old is a thing to be proud of.

When we understand how society sees a person, this may help us to design better products. Imagine for example a courageous senior driving relatively slowly on the highway in the right lane. When another driver approaches the car from behind, he may be surprised by the speed difference and overtake rather roughly.

The senior in turn may be annoyed by the ‘careless driving of the younger generation’.

Instead, we could design a mechanism in the overtaker’s car which gives a timely warning about the speed difference. This would not just improve safety but also provide everyone with a better driving experience.

[ 6 ] Conclusion When speaking about age, people have an image in mind (a simplification, a model) of an average person who is 50, 60, 70, etc. years old, based on prior experiences with such persons. In reality, nobody ages alike.

It is a gradual process, which manifests itself on many different levels.

The different perspectives on aging are correlated. For example, when a person believes (psychological age) that (s)he is no longer able to drive a car safely at night, she will drive less and less until one day (s) he will no longer remember how to operate a car at all (functional age). The neighbors will notice that (s)he never uses her car and may tell him or her that this is good because “(s)he shouldn’t be driving at his or her age” (sociological age).

Chronological age is a simple and objective perspective and is therefore frequently used to define the expected or desired behavior of people. Unfortunately, it is not a powerful predictor for how people use interactive products. Other perspectives, such as functional age, psychological age and sociological age are much more helpful. [ V ] This article was first published at https:// www.seniorwise.eu/en/perspectivesaging-man-machine-interaction/.

Carolin Makus Gerontologist and Writer from Berlin, based in Malta https://carolinmakus.de

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EXHIBITION

A photographic exhibition titled STREET: people and places, featuring some 21 works by Vincent Kraft, will be showing at the upper galleries of the Malta Society of Arts (MSA), Palazzo de la Salle, between the 31st of May and the 16th of June. >>

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Residing and working in Malta, Vincent was born in France, yet defines himself as a ‘globetrotter’. Through his many travels, he has developed an extensive body of work – a curated selection of which is being presented at Palazzo de la Salle [ Malta Society of Arts – MSA ] as his debut show on the island.

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Vincent’s work betrays an intense preoccupation with light and shade as well as positive and negative space.

His images range from minimalist to exuding a sense of horror vacui.

Quiet, dilapidated and abandoned spaces abound in his work, which often contains a tinge of the absurd, poignant, inexplicable or surreal.

Having studied art and photography at the IPESAA in France, Vincent

embarked on an ongoing discovery that has taken him through 50 countries and across 200,000 km. He is intrigued by the themes of instantaneity, perspectives, and the temporal nature of abandoned places.

Over the years, his artwork has been featured in prestigious photography books and various international exhibitions in London, Cardiff, Paris, and Valletta. Vincent Kraft was also

the recipient of the ‘Prize of the Public Award’ at the London Photo Festival and he has recently received recognition from Valletta 2018, European Capital of Culture.

STREET is a collaboration between Vincent Kraft and design / curatorial team comprising Anthony Galea and Lisa Gwen. >>

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[ Q + A ] Vacant Spaces and Raw Moments Vamp takes an exclusive first look at Vincent Kraft’s newly launched exhibition, STREET. We get some honest opinions on the photographer’s experience of city demolition and how he goes about creating a sense of solitude in his photographs.

Interview by Carla Grima

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[ Q ] How long did it take to build up your body of work for this exhibition? And what journey did it take you on?

around tough, bad guys. I think this is how my eyes started to be trained.

[ A ] The actual exhibition represents over ten years of intense photography on the street. I did over 200,000 km through more than 50 different countries, where I took a total of 50,000 pictures.

The other element as to how I came up with this touch is because my mum used to show us lots of family photo albums and tell us stories about the people in it, as well as the places where the photos were taken. I believe this is a strong reason why my photographs always tell a story and are not just built for aesthetic purpose.

I believe that after such a long time on the road, and after so many different people, different stories and adventures, I went far beyond the simple act of just shooting but started creating an international street story.

I would say that the biggest journey was not necessarily a single trip or a country, but more the human aspect you find sometimes, behind a subject. [ Q ] Travelling around the 12 countries that inspired your work, did you see much development between these vacant spaces you’ve been shooting? Have you seen a decrease in inspiring vacant spaces in Malta? [ A ] As someone loving street and URBEX (Urban Exploration) photography I would say that one of the main criteria is to be able to break into an abandoned place where there is still enough life to create a story, and more importantly to get inside before it gets destroyed and disappears from people’s memory.

[ Q ] Could you give us a little insight into the process of your compositions? Are they captured in the moment or planned out? [ A ] The very few people who saw me shooting various underground streets/buildings will tell you that I never plan things, nor touch the elements in the shot, to create a composition that suits me. I shoot them “raw” as I see them, and based on the way things are being displayed I then choose a specific angle to shoot in order to tell a story. I also do not stay somewhere and wait for the perfect shot, I actively “hunt” for it.

I truly believe that by not touching any of the original components of the elements of a picture, and also following your instinct to find the perfect moment, the final artwork turns out more sincere. [ V ]

Most big cities, especially in Europe, are demolishing and rebuilding quite a lot. I believe Malta is the perfect example where I have heard that 30% of the current houses are empty although they are continually building new spaces.

I would say that my role as a street photographer is to capture what used to be a part of people’s life at a precise time before it completely vanishes, in order to transmit the human story that was in an area at a particular time. [ Q ] Your images have a deep sense of solitude and they are quite thought-provoking. What was your development process for creating this concept? [ A ] The feeling of the images was not something planned, it just came naturally. I come from the poorest suburb in France. When you are a kid here you spend your entire time in the street, from sunrise until it gets completely dark. There is not much to do, so most of the time you hang around with your friends and break into buildings, rooftops, abandoned houses. You see very raw things on the street when you are a young kid, and you grow up

STREET is a collaboration between Vincent Kraft and design / curatorial team comprising Anthony Galea and Lisa Gwen.

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MOVEMENT

CA L L IN G A LL FA S HION REVOL UT IONARIES

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ver the past five years the fashion industry has begun to witness a true shift, through an annual campaign that uniquely brings together a wide range of industry players from all around the world. Be it farmers or designers, makers or wearers, the campaign has enabled an outstanding mobilisation of the fashion industry – the first of its kind - through the power of social media and connectedness.

“We are people from all around the world who make the fashion industry work. We are the people who wear clothes. And we are the people who make them. And we believe in a fashion industry that values people, the environment, creativity and profit in equal measure. We want to see fashion become a force for good.” Fashion Revolution In 2013, the fashion world saw the launch of a powerful movement, Fashion Revolution, which has so far truly championed in uniting the industry to work together towards delivering a change-making,

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positive and effective message that strives for a more transparent and fair fashion industry.

The movement was catalysed by the colossal shake up that the global fashion world faced on the 24th April 2013. Founded by two major players within the industry, Carry Somers and Orsola de Castro, Fashion Revolution was born in stark reaction to the most fatal incident that the fashion industry has seen to date - the Rana Plaza garment factory collapse in Bangladesh. It was a complete tragedy that sadly took the lives of over 1000 garment workers and left some 2,500 injured, due to a lack of regulations, neglect and non-compliance.

In collaborating across the whole value chain of fashion - from farmers to factory workers, brands to buyers, consumers to campaigners - the Fashion Revolution movement highlights the fact that each player has a powerful voice which plays an equal role in advocating for transparency throughout the entire industry and its supply chain. The movement aims to ignite a radical change

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calls for everyone who wishes to be involved in the campaign to ask the simple question: Who made my clothes?

By posing this basic and straightforward question, curiosity is sparked off, there’s a need to find answers, and then an urge to do something about it. Due to the nature and complexities within the global fashion industry and the massive web of supply chains it involves, the answers to this question may not be straightforward. Despite this, Fashion Revolution has activated the willingness for all players to, firstly, begin to understand their role, and most of all, it has aided each one to truly know how best to play it - making each and everyone involved accountable for the part that they play. Since the launch of Fashion Revolution consumers have been empowered, through the direct contact of social media, to ask this simple question, resulting in the demand for answers in return. >>

the way our clothes are sourced, produced and purchased, through means of open and collaborative communication.

Working hard throughout the whole year, Fashion Revolution makes its global connection on an annual basis, through a weeklong social media campaign that always takes place during the week of the 24th April. With its main motto “Be Curious. Find Out. Do Something,” Fashion Revolution has been extremely successful in aligning all those involved with their message solely through social media and online engagement. During Fashion Revolution Week, the movement

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During the annual Fashion Revolution Week, the main campaign engages with consumers by urging them to turn their tops inside out, clearly showing the brand’s label, and to then snap a selfie (with the visible label) and simply post it on their social media channels, tagging the brand and confronting them with the question #whomademyclothes – using this specific hashtag within their post. The creative and well-branded campaign has enabled a profound shift between brands and consumers, where it has instilled a new sense of power in the latter.

to reap the benefits of the movement’s impact. The fashion industry’s outdated model has been rightly challenged and, in turn, has started to see some exciting changes. In 2017, the movement recorded 113,000 social media posts using the Fashion Revolution hashtags, which is a staggering 107% increase from 2016. This immense power and pressure resulted in 2416 brands (a great 36% increase from 2016) responding to the #whomademyclothes hashtag, 1018 of which were mainstream brands, such as Zara and ASOS. In bridging this gap of responsibility, fashion brands have begun to take more serious action

Through direct social media connectivity and the pressures created by consumers, brands have consequently felt more of a duty to reply to these demands. The campaign has triggered them to take into account their newly highlighted responsibilities as representatives of their brand’s identity, allowing them to comply, answering #imadeyourclothes to the #whomademyclothes question that has been posed to them.

Thankfully, over the past five years of this relentless campaign, we have seen a tremendous increase in brands striving to making their supply chains more transparent. When we say “making their supply chains more transparent”, what this means is that fashion brands are becoming accountable, understanding where they supply their clothes from – starting from the yarn, to weavers, to dyers and manufacturers – and in the end making the information available for the public to see. This might sound obvious and uncomplicated, however when considering the model on which the majority of our fashion brands built themselves,, mapping out their supply chains is far from easy. The standard fashion supply chain webs out to an overwhelming amount of constituents that are mostly subcontracted by the originally chosen factories, and therefore there is a lot that is not easily known by the brands themselves.

Thanks to the Fashion Revolution approach, engaging and connecting with all players that make up the industry, we are beginning

when working towards tracing their supply chains, so much so that it is now amazingly possible to find a list of ASOS’ in-house brand manufacturing suppliers while browsing on the back end of their website, for example.

Through the Fashion Revolution hashtags of 2017, they also measured that a total 5.2 thousand producer voices had been heard.

Through their social media strategy, over the last five years they have been able to spread their movement to 93 countries, ranging from Guatemala right down to South Africa and all the way up to Germany.

Their clever organisational structure has allowed individuals to take the campaign to their own countries, acting as the ‘country coordinator’ of that specific country. Each country coordinator is then responsible for spreading the message on a local basis, by engaging others to organise and participate in different events, like movie screenings, workshops, open studios, flash mobs and

much more. And this year, we saw Fashion Revolution make its debut in Malta, where the team hosted a screening of the film The True Cost (which can be found on Netflix), together with an engaging panel discussion that involved three different outlooks within the sustainable fashion industry: Carla Grima, Steven Diacono and Michela Fenech.

What is so remarkable about Fashion Revolution and their campaigns is that, from the dire and horrific story of the Rana Plaza collapse, there blossomed a longawaited holistic paradigm shift within the vast fashion industry. Brands like ASOS and Zara have since begun to go even further in their transparency, instilling long-term commitments to a more sustainable way of doing business, even with regards to environmentally friendly processes of their garment manufacturing.

It is safe to say that the fashion industry has woken up from the hellish nightmare that was manifested in 2013, and accountability and transparency are now key for survival in future scenarios of business. In considering the fact that sustainable business is still growing, we are definitely seeing fashion brands on their way towards or already active within their sustainable process.

Having said that, consumers must also be accountable, and play an active role in encouraging brands to keep moving towards or further embedding themselves within their sustainable process plan. It is also up to us to dig deeper behind our fashion brands in order to truly understand their identity and where they place themselves on the Fashion Revolution-metre. You would be surprised as to what you could actually find out, and how many brands are already changing their ways.

Remember, you have the power. [ V ] Follow Fashion Revolution Malta if you would like to be up-to-date on local activities. You can follow them on Facebook (FashionRevolutionMalta) and Instagram (fashrev_mlt).

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JEFF KOONS

Jeff Koons Easyfun-Ethereal March 10 - April 21, 2018 Gagosian, 555 W 24th Street, New York, NY 10011

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JEFF KOONS, EASYFUN-ETHEREAL Installation View, 2018 © Jeff KoonsPhotography by Tom Powel Imaging. Courtesy of the artist and Gagosian.

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On March 10 Gagosian is set to present “Easyfun-Ethereal,” seven large-scale paintings by Jeff Koons, which were first presented together at the Deutsche Guggenheim Berlin in 2000. Three of the paintings are on generous loan from the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum. Also on view, will be Woman Reclining (2010–14), a granite sculpture from the Antiquity series.

Following the enthusiastic public response to Balloon Flower (Blue), the large mirror-polished stainless steel sculpture installed in Potsdamer Platz in Berlin in 1999, the Deutsche Guggenheim commissioned the first seven of the EasyfunEthereal paintings: mural-sized tableaux that combine cut-out photographs of packaged foods, fragments of faces, limbs, and hair, amusement park scenes, and paradisiacal landscapes into images of convulsive beauty.

The Easyfun-Ethereal series, which eventually expanded to twenty-four paintings, allowed Koons to work more spontaneously, in contrast to the detailed production demands of the Celebration sculptures. Working from computerscanned reproductions taken from various printed media, as well as his own photographs, he considers the use of gesture, expression, and eroticism in artistic precedents and American advertising. Multilayered yet possessing a classical order, the resulting paintings marry the immediacy of collage with Romantic grandeur.

Koons’s depictions of juice, hair, milk, and cheese suggest the gestural fluidity of Abstract Expressionism, but through highly stylized, illusionistic painting. In Lips (2000), two pairs of lips, swathes of silky brown hair, and a disembodied blue eye float among oversized corn niblets and streams of red-orange liquid, with a verdant South African vista in the background. And in Hair with Cheese (2000), three short bobs in red, blonde, and purple are layered with forest brush, graphic snowflakes, and gooey, melting cheese. >>

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JEFF KOONS Koons highlights the hyperreal, exaggerated nature of images pulled from coupons and magazines in precise areas of color. He pairs sprawling, perspectival landscapes with graphic curves and swells, every inch of the canvas bursting with detail. Cheerios and blonde braids spiral in a cavernous grotto; pedicured feet and donuts overwhelm an aerial view of Niagara Falls; and figures in lobster and octopus costumes pose within the metal armature of a rollercoaster, with syrup and butter melting over stacks of pancakes in the sky above. The Easyfun-Ethereal series infuses art history with the vernacular charge of American life, drawing the viewer into awe-inspiring panoramas that are as edgy as they are sublime. >>

My Easyfun-Ethereal paintings are very layered. My interest has always been to create art that can change with any culture or society viewing it.

When I look at the paintings and realize all the historical references, it’s as if, for a moment, all ego is lost to meaning. — Jeff Koons

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JEFF KOONS Lips, 2000 Oil on canvas, 120 x 168 inches (304.8 x 426.7 cm) © Jeff Koons. Courtesy of the artist and Gagosian.

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As the title suggests, the black granite sculpture Woman Reclining depicts a female figure on a small divan, both legs raised over a planter filled with vivid blooming flowers. Like many of the Easyfun-Ethereal paintings, it draws upon the potent visual memories of childhood, in this case Koons’s fascination with a novelty porcelain ashtray that sat on his grandfather’s table.

holding a fan, her legs raised in the air. When a cigarette was set to rest beneath her legs, the smoke would activate them to rock back and forth. The very same knickknack inspired the porcelain sculpture Woman in Tub (1988), from the Banality series.

Koons often cites this reference, underscoring the importance of liberating oneself from cultural shame by embracing one’s authentic cultural history. [ V ]

JEFF KOONS Woman Reclining, 2010-2014, Granite, live flowering plants, 84 × 88 1/2 × 46 1/4 inches (213.4 × 224.8 × 117.5 cm) Edition of 3, plus 1 AP © Jeff KoonsPhotography by Tom Powel Imaging. Courtesy of the artist and Gagosian.

The ashtray was in the form of a woman lying on her back

Jeff Koons was born in 1955 in York, PA, and lives and works in New York. Collections include the Museum of Modern Art, New York; Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum, New York; The Broad, Los Angeles; Museum of Contemporary Art, Los Angeles; San Francisco Museum of Modern Art; Museum of Contemporary Art, Chicago; Nasher Sculpture Center, Dallas; Museo Jumex, Mexico City; Tate, London; Museum für Moderne Kunst, Frankfurt; Hamburger Kunsthalle; Stedelijk Museum, Amsterdam; Vanhaerents Art Collection, Brussels; FRAC Aquitaine, Bordeaux; MADRE - Museo D’Arte Contemporanea Donna Regina, Naples; Francois Pinault Foundation, Venice; Museu Coleção Berardo, Lisbon; Museum of Contemporary Art Tokyo; and QAGOMA, Australia. Institutional exhibitions include Astrup Fearnley Museum of Modern Art, Oslo (2004, traveled to Helsinki City Art Museum, through 2005); Lever House, New York (2005); “Jeff Koons on the Roof,” Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York (2008); Museum of Contemporary Art, Chicago (2008); “Jeff Koons: Celebration,” Neue Nationalgalerie, Berlin (2008); “Jeff Koons: Popeye Series,” Serpentine Galleries, London (2008); “Jeff Koons: Versailles,” Château de Versailles (2008–09); “ARTIST ROOMS: Jeff Koons,” National Galleries of Scotland, Edinburgh (2011); “Jeff Koons: The Painter and The Sculptor,” Schirn Kunsthalle and Liebieghaus Skulpturensammlung, Frankfurt (2012); Fondation Beyeler, Basel (2012); Whitney Museum of American Art, New York (2014, traveled to Centre Georges Pompidou, Paris; and Guggenheim Bilbao, through 2015); “Jeff Koons in Florence,” Palazzo Vecchio and Piazza della Signoria, Florence (2015); and “Jeff Koons: Now,” Newport Street Gallery, London (2016).

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Location: Long Island, USA

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L O N G I S L A N D G E TAWAY Vamp discovers the laid-back chic of The Surf Lodge, located just three hours from New York at the edge of the beautiful Long Island coastline.

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In 1985, the US supreme court unanimously voted that Long Island is not, in fact, an island, but a peninsula. Yet official definitions aside, it definitely feels like an island; cut off, surrounded by irresistible ocean, and characteristically easy-going. For New Yorkers, the scenic shores, sprawling farmland and opportunities for adventure on nearby Long Island represent a welcome escape from the relentless, hectic buzz of the Big Apple. For those travelling to this part of the world from far and wide, combining a trip to New York with a stopover in Long Island adds an element of relaxation to an otherwise high-intensity city break. >>

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ong Island is about the size of of Majorca, and is perhaps most famous for The Hamptons. Located on the East Side of the island, the Hamptons is a stylish summer destination for the rich and famous.

Real estate prices here are among the highest in the US and in the summer time, socialites flock here for the sunshine, social life and surf.

One of the quieter and some would say, less crowded districts of the Hamptons is Montauk. Named after the area’s indigenous tribe, Montauk sits on the far end of the peninsula, three hours from Manhattan: so it is a great respite from the urban bustle.

With its bohemian look and idiosyncratic style, the Surf Lodge is a boutique hotel in Montauk that was originally built in 1967. Since then it has become one of the most sought-after destinations for both local and international travellers alike. The hotel boasts fantastic views and a convenient location both near the train station, great water sports spots, and other Montauk sights. It is only open from May to September, thus taking advantage of the influx of guests, both surfers and beach bums, at that peak time of the year. The beach is just half a mile away, so you can definitely get some swimming, surfing, or kayaking in, if those activities tickle your fancy. >>

Photo (Left & Right) by Genevieve Garruppo @garruppo

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The Surf Lodge is considered to be one of the best night spots in the area. The bar is busy on a Friday and Saturday night, quite popular with a hipster crowd, and filled with friendly chatter into the early hours of the morning. The summer live music series features a rolling roster of fresh artists, such as Lupe Fiasco, as well as old friends, like Willie Nelson. Visual artists are also invited to exhibit at the Lodge, or even make a canvas out of it. In fact, artist Jen Stark completed a residency at the Surf Lodge during which she painted the colourful, melting rainbow mural on the hotel’s outer walls.

The signature restaurant, Byron, works with local fisherman to source the freshest and most seasonal ingredients, offering a truly unique dining experience. It’s a pleasure to eat the latest catch while sitting just a stone’s throw away from the water. >>

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“The summer live music series features a rolling roster of fresh artists, such as Lupe Fiasco, as well as old friends, like Willie Nelson.�

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The rooms are stylish without being pretentious, with sweet touches such as a retro radio and a hammock out on the private balcony. Rooms like these invite you for a long restful sleep, but they also reflect a happy, energetic lifestyle, with brightly coloured cushions and curtains. Many guests will find it hard not to leave the peace and quiet of the bedrooms, but once out on the deck, a fully stocked bar awaits, with excellent cocktails to sip on while watching the sun set over the pond at the end of a day. The outdoor area feels more like a beach shack in Bali than a hotel in North America. The interior lounge is decorated with surfing equipment. On the other hand, the restaurant is modern and well-lit, though also quirky, with a ceiling covered completely with hanging wicker baskets. This rustic touch continues in the bedrooms, with wicker hanging chairs and coffee tables. >>

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With its timeless character, relaxed vibe and beach side charm, The Surf Lodge has paid close attention to every detail to ensure a lovely stay in a vibrant atmosphere.

Once you escape the city, you won’t want to leave. [ V ]

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Floating on earth, this hideaway in Costa Rica appears to levitate above the hills. The architects explain the thought and process behind this unique, ethereal creation. >>

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This house is one of the most unique examples of sustainable tropical architecture in existence.

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We essentially lifted the house up into the air on a series of “piloti” which gives the impression that the house is floating above the hillside. By doing this, we saved the immense cost of creating soil retention walls around the site. This common-sense solution allowed us to create a very delicate intervention, one that allows the terrain to breathe whilst providing spectacular views out towards the ocean from the key location on the site.

The house was designed in a modular way in order to allow for ease of construction, movement during heavy earthquakes, and to add, grow, and adapt more “units” through time.

The property is located off a dirt road far away from any material depot. The entrance to the house is from underneath, thus we designed a series of poured in-situ posts where lightweight steel frames of identical dimensions, that could be replicated easily and prefabricated at the bottom of the hill, could be brought up manually. The frames where then clad in local reforested teak wood in what could be considered a wonderful combination of prefabrication with local wood craftsmanship. >>

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About the Architects Benjamin Garcia Saxe set up his own practice in San Jose, Costa Rica in 2004, with the aim of exploring our relationship with the natural environment through architecture. Since then, Studio Saxe has grown into an award-winning international practice made up of a multidisciplinary team, creating buildings and spaces by blending technological innovation with handcrafted techniques to form truly sustainable designs. [ V ] Location: Puntarenas, Costa Rica Date of Completion: November 2013 Client: Gooden-Nahome Family Area: Approx. 300m² Architecture Team: Design Director: Benjamin Garcia Saxe Project Coordinator: Daniel Sancho Design Development: Soki So Construction Documentation: Roger Navarro Structural Engineer: Sotela Alfaro Ltd Builder: Dante Medri

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1. GORDON’S BRAMBLE

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25ml Gordon’s® sloe gin 25ml Gordon’s® gin 25ml fresh lemon juice 15ml sugar syrup Crushed ice Berries to garnish 1.6 units of alcohol

50ml Gordon’s® gin 3 lime wedges Mint 3 teaspoons of sugar Crushed ice Apple juice Mint to garnish 1.9 units of alcohol

METHOD Fill a cocktail shaker with ice cubes. Add 25ml of Gordon’s gin, 25ml of Gordon’s Sloe gin, 25ml of lemon juice and 15ml of sugar syrup, then give it a good shake. Strain into a cool rocks glass filled with crushed ice and garnish with fresh blackberries and raspberries (frozen berries work well too).

Fancy a little extra fizz? Just add 75ml champagne after shaking (2.5 units of alcohol).

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2. GORDON’S ELDERFLOWER COOLER 50ml Gordon’s® gin 20ml Bottlegreen elderflower cordial Cubed ice Cucumber Mint to garnish Soda 1.9 units of alcohol per tall glass METHOD Half fill a glass with cubed ice and pour over 50ml Gordon’s gin. Add a slice or two of cool cucumber and some mint leaves. Splash over 20ml Bottlegreen® elderflower cordial, fill with more ice and top up with chilled soda. Stir and finish off with a couple of extra slices of cucumber and a final sprig of mint.

METHOD Put Gordon’s gin, lime wedges, and sugar with a few mint leaves in a highball glass, and muddle together.

Fill with a slew of crushed ice, top up with apple juice and garnish the cocktail with a sprig of fresh mint.

A hot list of cocktails to suit a gin lover’s taste buds. Each cocktail has been specially curated to complement Gordon’s gin. From cool cucumber blends to sweet touches of elderflower, enjoy selecting the perfect cocktail to go with your mood.

INGREDIENTS 50ml Gordon’s® Pink Gin 150ml tonic water/lemonade Fresh strawberries Ice 1.9 units of alcohol per serving METHOD Fill a large wine glass with ice, mix in the Gordon’s Pink Gin with tonic water, and garnish with wedges of fresh strawberries. If tonic isn’t your thing, then try with chilled lemonade.

For a delicious twist, try our Gordon’s Pink Spritz.

In a large wine glass filled with ice, add 50ml Gordon’s Pink, 50ml lemonade and 25ml Prosecco (2.2 units).

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H E R I TA G E TO M ATO E S , WAT E R M E LO N & G O AT S CHEESE Selection of heritage tomatoes (yellow, cherry, black, bull’s heart tomato) 1 watermelon 4 spring roll wrappers 1 egg yolk 4 pieces Maltese fresh goats cheese Pinch of salt Micro cress, assorted for decorating Good quality olive oil Oil for frying Spring Pea emulsion 100g frozen peas (reserve 30g to add in at the end to add texture) 20g olive oil 30ml cream

Brush the edges of the 4 spring roll wrappers and roll them around a metal rod.

Chill them for 20 minutes then deep fry in hot oil until golden brown. Allow to cool, and remove the 4 pieces from the rod.

Blend the fresh goats cheese with some of the liquid from the goat’s cheese and season with olive oil and a pinch of salt. If it’s too runny, place in a strainer and refrigerate to remove some liquid, it should have the consistency of whipped ricotta. Transfer to a piping bag and refrigerate.

Peel the watermelon and cut a few thick slices (2-2.5 cm) with different sized cutters, cut out three discs per plate, put the rest of the watermelon in a vegetable juicer, and marinate the discs in the water melon juice overnight. We place the discs and juice in a vacuum bag so the juice is absorbed into the melon, thus the deep ruby colour.

Cut the tomatoes into interesting shapes, drizzle them with a fragrant olive oil, and season with salt.

To dress the plate, arrange the tomatoes, melon and the pastry filled with goats cheese, decorate with the cress.

Serve with a spring pea emulsion. This is made with pea juice, blended with frozen peas and strained, warmed through with olive oil and a dash of cream. Add some whole peas for texture.

Wine Recommended – Pascal Jolivet Sancerre 100% Sauvignon Blanc. Pale and vibrant in colour, this is fresh, clean and with racy acidity. On the palate it is fresh and tightly wound; acidity is tempered by very subtle residual sugar. Alive and youthful. Overall, a dry and elegant wine.

For enquiries please contact Farsonsdirect, Mriehel.

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BLUEBERRY, VIOLET AND LEMON SAINT HONORÉ PUFF PASTRY GARNISH: 200g puff pastry Roll out the puff pastry. Prick with a roller docker for the pastry not to puff up excessively while baking. Using knife, cut 6 strips of pastry 5 cm x 12 cm. Bake at 190°C. Cool and set aside.

CHOUX PASTRY: 100g flour 125g water 1 pinch of salt 50g unsalted butter 2 eggs Place the butter, salt and water in a saucepan on the heat. Bring to a boil.

Remove from heat and pour in all the flour at once. Combine. Using a spatula, work the ingredients vigorously over high heat. Transfer to a cold recipient and set aside to cool for 5 minutes. One by one, incorporate the eggs and stir until each

egg is incorporated. Scoop the choux paste into a piping bag fitted with a plain nozzle (1 or 1.5cm diameter). Pipe small buns to a diameter of about 1.5cm on a Silichef baking sheet. Glaze the choux bun and bake the buns and pastry shells at 180°C (gas 4) for about 20 minutes.

BLUEBERRY CHANTILLY CREAM: 30cl whipping cream (30% fat) 30g icing sugar 2g violet aroma Whisk 30cl of whipping cream with 30g of sugar. Add violet aroma.

PLAIN CHANTILLY CREAM: 20cl whipping cream (30% fat) 20g icing sugar VIOLET CARAMEL: 250g castor sugar 85g water 40g glucose syrup Violet colouring powder

Detach the petals and dip them in the beaten egg white. Let the excess drip off and coat with granulated sugar. Shake the sugar excess off and leave to dry for a few hours.

Assembling the dish Whisk the blueberry jelly vigorously until smooth. Combine the jelly with 200g of Chantilly. Powder with the tip of a knife, then reserve in the fridge and allow to cool.

Remove the buns from the mould and make a hole in the bottom of all the buns.

To assemble the cakes, scoop the Blueberry Chantilly into a piping bag fitted with a fluted nozzle. Fill each choux bun from the hole in the bottom. Arrange choux buns on to puff and add a crystallised violet petal on top.

Reserve in the fridge until ready to serve.

Pipe Chantilly cream onto plate, place petite St. Honore onto cream.

Pipe dots of lemon curd onto plate, place pieces of candid lemon peel on plate, garnish with blueberries and pieces of violet caramel.

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Summer dining as it should be.

The Summer Kitchen is back with modern dishes, pleasing family favourites and exciting delicacies.

Opened for Lunch from 11am to 4pm and 7pm to 11pm for Dinner.

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S K AT E W I T H L E M O N , ORANGE AND HARICOT BLANC ORANGE CURD: 1 orange (cut into 4 wedges) 80g sugar 30ml orange juice 30g butter Caramelise the sugar in a small saucepan, add the orange juice, bring to the boil and reduce heat. Then add the orange wedges and simmer. Keep checking it as you do not want it to discolour. Allow to cool, then blitz in a blender and add the butter until completely emulsified. Reserve for plating at room temperature.

LEMON JAM: 4 lemons 150ml white wine 350g castor sugar 15g ginger, grated 10g horseradish, grated 20g rock salt 1 g pectin for every 100g of mixture

For preparation, slice the lemons and season with rock salt, and allow to extract liquid for 6/8 hours. Wash them well to get rid of salt. Place the sugar, wine, ginger and horseradish in a pot, bring to the boil and add the lemons, then cook for 8-10 minutes.

Blend and pass through a fine sieve, add pectin and heat. Any remaining quantity will keep for up to three weeks in a fridge.

HARICOT BLANC: 150g haricot blanc beans, soaked overnight for at least 24 hours to hydrate 2 slices of bacon 2 garlic cloves 1 sprig of thyme 1 bay leaf 100ml cream 500ml chicken stock Drain the beans from the water and wash, then place in a pan with the bacon, garlic, thyme and bay leaf, and cover with the chicken stock. Bring to the boil and reduce heat to a simmer, skim as necessary. Check beans regularly, and once cooked remove pan from heat and allow to cool. Reserve some whole beans, blend the rest and then add the cream to get a fine puree. Return to

heat and cook until you achieve the desired consistency, season and add the reserved whole beans and butter. Keep warm.

SKATE WING: 4 skate wings 1 litre water 30g salt 40g sugar Whisk the salt and sugar into the water, and brine the skate for 1 hour. Remove from the liquid, rinse and pat dry. Fill a shallow pan that can comfortably fit the skate wings and fill with water, add a splash of white wine, some aromatic herbs, a squeeze of lemon and season. Bring to the boil and reduce heat. Poach the wings for 15-20 minutes.

Drain and serve immediately.

In the picture the skate is also served with roasted yellow beets, braised chicory, poached octopus and a honey granola.

Wine Recommended – Tasca d’Almerita Leone A blend of Catarratto, Pinot Blanc, Sauvignon Blanc and Gewürztraminer. Bright and straw yellow with green reflections.

Pink grapefruit, citrus flowers, white peach, and pineapple give this a great personality. It is pleasantly soft, rich, intense and crispy.

For enquiries please contact Farsonsdirect, Mriehel. Tel: 2381 4444

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T U R B OT W I T H K A L E, M I S O B R OT H, C H A R R E D A S PA R AG U S

TURBOT: 250g turbot, or a suitable firm white flesh fish 75g rock salt 60g butter 200ml water Season the turbot with the salt and allow to sit for 6-8 minutes to draw out excess water (this will help improve the fish taste). In a pan, heat the water and whisk in the butter to emulsify it. Rinse the fish under running water and pat dry. When ready to serve,

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poach the fish for 8-10 minutes, allow to cool slightly in the emulsion, drain and break into four portions.

KALE MISO BROTH: 30g white miso paste 100g kale leaves, blanched and drained 40ml olive oil 25ml water (you might need a little more, if consistency is too thick) Lemon juice to taste Salt

Blend all the broth ingredients together, excluding the lemon juice, adjust seasoning, warm through, and just before serving add the lemon juice (to taste).

Char the asparagus spears with a blowtorch, dress with olive oil and season with salt.

Pour the warm broth into bowls, place the fish and asparagus and decorate with a few drops of buttermilk.

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Sunglasses, €49.95, Nau. Swimsuit, €69, Calzedonia.

(Left) Sunglasses, €69.95, Nau. Bikini top, €50, Bikini bottom, €30, both available at Calzedonia.

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[ Cool + Comfy ] Let the kids stay cool, wearing light and comfortable clothing this summer.

Hat, €9.99. Jacket, €25.99. Cardigan, €16.99. Shorts, €14.99. Shoes, €29.99. Top, €18.99. Sunglasses, €8.99. Set of 3 hair clips, €4.99. Hair band, €2.99. Bracelet, €2.99.

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Zoe: Top, €25. Shorts, €28. Jacket, €49. Bag, €15. Headband, €4.90. Shoes, €37. Available at Monsoon. Seb: Shorts €16.99. Shirt, €19.99. Shoes, €28.99. Scarf, €9.99. Available at Okaïdi. Kay: Dress €35.99. Bag, €12.99. Scarf, €12.99. Shoes, €29.99. TIFFOSI Available at Noos.

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Caring for little feet

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They need to be flexible and soft enough to look after delicate little feet, and sturdy enough to protect against knocks or scrapes.

Start-rite pre-walkers have a rubber bumper in front and on top to protect tiny toes against hard surfaces. Our pre-walkers’ lightweight, flexible grip keeps your baby more firmly on her feet when she takes her first wobbly steps. Busy parents will be happy to know that many of the shoes in our pre-walking range are completely washable.

1. Phoebe Navy, €58. 2. Elliot Blue, €60. 3. Cruise Silver, €40. 4.

Buzz Taupe, €60. 5. Baby Jack Red, €40. 6. Baby Bubble Pink, €40. All available at Scholl.

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Babies’ feet don’t have bones yet, just soft cartilage which can easily be moulded into the wrong shape if it is constricted. Even tight socks or sleepsuits can damage the foot at this age. You may have seen lots of cute baby shoes, but it’s not time yet. Barefoot is best at this stage.

When your baby starts to crawl and shuffle, our prewalking shoes will protect those active little feet against bumps and knocks from hard floors and furniture. Carefully designed for this stage, they are soft and flexible, featuring a special rubber bumper on top of the shoe for added protection and grip.

When your child is walking with confidence, it’s time for their first pair of walking shoes. With Start-rite you’ll be spoilt for choice with the superb range of stylish and colourful footwear that’s available for your little one.

And, whichever style you choose, you can be sure that all Start-rite shoes are specially designed to help your child’s feet grow to be strong and healthy.

Tip: To find your local Startrite stockist, visit www. schollcentre.com

Babies’ feet are very delicate, so never compromise on their footwear. For your peace of mind, Start-rite pre-walkers come in whole and half sizes and a range of width fittings and you will only find them in shops with a specialist children’s fitting service.

Tip: For guidance on all aspects of baby footcare and footwear needs, you can visit Start-rite’s online advice centre at www.startriteshoes.com

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The key to achieving a beautiful, healthy summer glow is to use products that keep moisture locked in and leave the skin looking fresh. Try a primer as a long-lasting base for your foundation, and a tinted moisturiser for that ‘just out of the sea’ shine.

SPARKLE 1. MAX FACTOR COLOUR ELIXIR LIP CUSHION An innovation for Max Factor, the Lip Cushion’s soft-touch precision applicator is designed with a sloped angle that glides across the lips with ease. Infused with mineral oil and vitamin E, delivering a soft, velvety texture straight onto the lips. Available from VJ Salomone Marketing. Tel: 8007 2387.

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6. CID I-TINT (NEW) Sheer luminous coverage. Protecting the skin with SPF 15, nourishing antioxidants, essential oils and advanced colour pigments, this tinted moisturiser drapes the skin with soft focus colour. With its range of sheer skin true colours, I-Tint evens out skin tone for a natural dewy finish. Suitable for all skin types except oily. Use in place of your regular moisturiser. For enquiries contact Carewell by Reactilab.

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1. CLARINS EAU RESSOURÇANTE A new matte finish on Clarins’ legendary lipstick in a luxuriously hydrating formula. Seamless balance between non-drying lip makeup and flawless velvet look. Light and creamy texture, gliding gently onto the skin. The intense matte colour instantly illuminates the lips and cares for them too. Available from all leading pharmacies and perfumeries. Available from all leading pharmacies and perfumeries.

2. CLARINS HYDRA QUENCH TINTED MOISTURIZER SPF15 Hydration, radiance and beauty. With its ultra-fine, melt-in texture, this tinted moisturiser combines hyaluronic acid and Katafray bark extract with mineral pigments to restore the skin’s radiance and promote a healthy glow. All skin types and all ages. Available in 3 shades – Peche, Blond and Gold. Dermatologically tested. Non-comedogenic.

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4. ANATOMICALS WE’LL COOL YOU AGAIN LATER FACIAL SPRITZ When things are getting heated, all you need is this cooling facial spray from Anatomicals. The perfect spritzer for days where you’re breaking a sweat, whether you’re at home or on the go. Close your eyes and spray directly onto your face. Leave on or remove with cotton wool. Exclusively available at Ta’ Xbiex Perfumery Ltd. Tel: 2133 1553

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DR. GRANDEL KOSMETIK PERFECTION BB BEAUTY BALM With integrated SPF 20 the Perfection BB Beauty Balm tinted moisturiser, adds moisture, revitalises the skin, stimulates the skin’s own cell renewal, and at the same time, protects against UV-related skin damage. For enquiries contact Carewell by Reactilab. E-mail: sales@reactilab.com. Tel: 9982 8498.

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3. SKINCEUTICALS ADVANCED SKIN CARE Efficient alone. Unstoppable together. Sunscreens only protect skin from 55% of damage from the sun, however when combined with a topical antioxidant, the skin gets up to 96% protection against UVinduced photodamage and cancer. Always pair sunscreen with an antioxidant for double defense against daily damage. SkinCeuticals Advanced Skin Care products are exclusively available from Persona Med-Aesthetic Centre, Ta’ Xbiex.

4. DIOR BRONZE BEAUTIFYING PROTECTIVE MILKY MIST SUBLIME GLOW SPF30 Intensely protects the skin while instantly enhancing its appearance with a satiny, harmonious glow. Offering delightfully even coverage, it allows you to easily reach all areas of the body that need to be protected, thanks to its new diffuser. Dior is exclusively available at Franks. Tel: 2388 2300.

Balmy & Beautiful “Protective skin care is a must to prevent pigmentation, wrinkles and other damaging effects of the sun.”

5. DIOR BRONZE AFTER-SUN CARE – ULTRA FRESH MONOÏ BALM The new Dior Bronze after-sun care refreshes and hydrates skin dried out by the sun. Upon application, your tan is instantly and lastingly embellished and the skin is infused with the delicate scent of Polynesian flowers. Dior is exclusively available at Franks.

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TASTES OF HOME Vamp takes some time out to enjoy an easygoing lunch at Il-Malti, a restaurant serving local, traditional cuisine in Sliema.

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t’s not everyday that you get to enjoy Nanna’s cooking outside her kitchen, but at Il-Malti restaurant, you can savour the comforting and delicious flavours of local cuisine. Located on the Strand, an area where other restaurants tend to focus on world cuisines, Il-Malti aims to offer a quintessentially Maltese experience to both the local and foreign diner.

Walking into Il-Malti, you may first notice the statement decor pieces. The walls made from Maltese doors were restored from an old town house in Sliema. The space has a calming Mediterranean feel, with soft hints of turquoise and powder blue. Paintings and prints on the walls feature Maltese doors, balconies and local trade workshops, subtly adding cultural references to the restaurant’s style.

The menu offers an array of dishes. Everything is inspired by local, traditional recipes, and cooked in a Maltese style. You won’t find chips here, but roasted potatoes with nostalgic seasoning like caraway seeds and herbs. The signature dishes include octopus stew (stuffat tal-qarnit) and the traditional Maltese platter. You’ll also find more everyday, local favourites like stuffed marrow (qarabali mimli) and braġoli. In summer, local fresh fish is prominent on the menu, and a newly introduced seafood platter is amongst their most popular items.

Il-Malti, 96, The Strand, SLM 1022, Sliema For a chance to win a free dinner at Il-Malti, check out their facebook page: www.facebook. com/ilmaltirestaurant Follow Il-Malti on Instagram: https:// www.instagram.com/il_malti/ To book a table: 2133 7349

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After a lunch sampling some of the main menu items, we complete our dining experience with something sweet, of course. And we were not disappointed. Their imqaret topped with Gelat tan-Nanna has got to be the best on the island, followed by another speciality, Pudina tan-Nanna.

Part of the Medasia catering company, Il-Malti restaurant is family run. Open for lunch and dinner, a lunch menu is on offer everyday of the week, making your choice a little simpler if you can’t decide.

It’s a great feeling being able to eat home-cooked style dishes in a restaurant setting, and after all, we think Nanna needs a break!

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This month, Vamp head out to Hola Beach in Marfa to capture this summer’s hottest, most colourful, and fun-loving trends. Our backstage team was in extra high spirits, thanks to some refreshing Campari Tonics that added a little bit more of a buzz behind the scenes. This definitely set the tone for our Cuban and Mediterranean inspired backdrop, and a perfect treat during a long, hot day shooting by the sea.

An icy cold glass of Campari, mixed with tonic and topped with a dash of lime, was key to helping us start this issue on a summery note.

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