The Active Side of Luxury

#THELOUNGE THE ACTIVE SIDE OF LUXURY

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GOLDSHEEP: Nobody does prints like we do.

URBAN YOGA: Change the way you feel and move in the city.

BEAUTY& FOOD: Products to withstand your active lifestyle.

LOUNGE CHOICES: Add luxe to a casual basic.

EDITOR JESSICA HOWARD

CONTRIBUTORS MONTSERRAT AGUILAR SHANNON BLANKS ALLEGRA ZANON

CONTENTS

ALL ADVERTISING ENQUIRES TO Info@the-clothinglounge.com

ART DIRECTION & PRODUCTION GABOR KAMASZ

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Editor's note

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With Christmas and New Year fast approaching, we all want to look our best, but it can be hard to motivate yourself on cold and dark winter mornings.

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To give you some inspiration, we’re dedicating our latest issue to helping you look and feel fabulous over the holiday season. Long gone are the days when being healthy meant quinoa and a run around your local park, now we want to experience luxury, comfort and brand new trends all at once, and we’ve put together our Active Side of Luxury issue to help you do just that.

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ENJOY!

Jessica Howard Editor

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LOUNGE CHOICES

Sporting Sass, on trend fashion for every workout

GOLDSHEEP

The rise and rise of athelesiure wear

THE STATEMENT Sweatpants as streetwear

URBAN YOGA A workout for the sense

BEAUTY

Sweat Cosmetics, sport proof makeup

BARRE FUSION The latest dance workout craze

FOOD

On the pulse, cooking with aramanth flour

REVOLUTION X The Hôtel Vagabond

TRAVEL Explore St Kitts

THE ONES TO KNOW

Fashion photographer Elena Tyutina chats to TCL

LUNCH TIME SPIN CLASS

ÁERON -SPORTY TANK TOP £129.00

SPORTING SASS

Off on a weekend hike or on your way Pilate with the girls?

Look no further than our luxurious and up-to-date pieces that’ll make you the most stylish person in spin class!

MORNING RUN

AT HOME WORK OUT. BALMEDOR -MCKY T-SHIRT £90.00

PILATES WITH THE GIRLS ÁERON -SLEEVELESS SWEATSHIRT TOP £119.00

SELVA -SLIGHT OVERSIZE TOP £25.00

LIKETHIS -ECLAIR PANTS £92.00

MONOCHROME -HOODED SWEATSHIRT £90.00

VERENA SCHEPPERHEYN -LOOSE TROUSERS PLEATS RIGHT PANEL £213.00

REIN -MAZE CYCLE SHORTS £90.00

EDDIE HANDMADE -BADER MEDIUM HOLDALL BLACK £420.00

MONOCHROME -SLEDGE SWEATPANTS £110.00

MONOCHROME -Y BACKPACK £170.00 OSTEL -RESU SANDALS £123.00

ÁERON -HOODED JUMPER £178.00

GOLD SHEEP AT H L E I S U R E TA K E S A S TA N D

Goldsheep may sound like a brand that follows the crowd but they sure know how to exude individuality and over-rule the traditional notions of athleisure wear. Showcasing athelesiure as a trend in its own right, Goldsheep take a twist on the trend’s minimalistic colour palette and tone down design. Investing in a treasured piece from one of their many collections allows you to showcase your style whilst maintaining a uniqueness that they are so passionate about maintaining.

TCL: Firstly, your brand is completely different to others out there, what inspired you to start GoldSheep?

TCL: What are the inspirations behind your designs?

GS: Everything is an inspiration for

GS: I was living in NYC and working a legging. Basically I like to come in the fashion industry, unhappy because I was not doing what I love. I love art and photography and going against the rules of what the fashion industry tells you to do. I would see the thousands of legs every day walking down the streets of NYC and thought they would look so much better if they had art on them. I wanted to take art and photography and transfer the images to tell a story.

So that is exactly what I did. We are very different from other brands because I honestly don’t look at any other brands or what they are doing. At Goldsheep we make what makes us happy not what is necessarily hot in the fashion industry.

up with themes that make people happy and then I go out and take pictures that remind me of that theme. We play around with the images on Photoshop and create prints that we as a team feel speak to our customer. We like taking objects that make people happy and putting them on the pants.

Those always sell the best. For example: our champagne leggings.

Those are one of our best sellers.

TCL: How do you think your brand differs from others?

GS: I think Goldsheep is different from other companies in that we are an on demand clothing company. We do not hold any stock in inventory, and each order is custom made in our shop in Southern California. We also do pop ups all the time, featuring things we are loving that week. I don’t know how many other companies that can have an idea for a design and then have it up and selling on their website in 20 minutes! Quite simply, nobody does prints like we do.

TCL: The athleisure trend has sky-rocketed over the past year, what is your view on the athleisure trend and why do you think it has become so popular?

GS: I think it became popular once people started doing group classes like Soul Cycle, Pure Barre and CorePower yoga and loved them. The fitness craze started a long time ago and has grown so much because it makes people feel good. On top of that people started dressing more relaxed and I love that. I do not think the athleisure trend is going anywhere but up from this point.

People want to feel good and happy and that is why this trend will keep on going.

TCL: People these days are highly interactive with health and wellbeing, do you feel like your brand is relatable because you promote this in a way that is trend led and fashionable?

GS: People want to feel good and looking good helps with that. Goldsheep promote a happy and healthy lifestyle. I think its relatable because we are doing the same thing they are. Basically we know if someone gets our awesome happy pants they will be motivated to work out or be active in some way. Customers will immediately smile when they put them on because they are so fun and comfortable.

On top of that they are very flattering. I think people love them because they are not just workout pants. Goldsheep leggings were made for everyday wear and so are perfect for both.

TCL: Lastly, you currently only sell in the US, any plans to stock here in the UK?

GS: We ship everywhere for online and we are currently in the process of getting it stocked in the UK. I think the UK is the perfect place for Goldsheep.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION ABOUT

GOLDSHEEP

PLEASE VISIT WWW.GOLDSHEEPCLOTHING.COM

The Statement

DOMANOFF - SPORT TROUSERS ÂŁ250.00

SWEATPANTS BECOME YOUR KEY WARDROBE PIECE

Nothing beats a slouched sweatpant, especially when the winter nights draw in and the need for warmer attire arises.

Despite being a sport trouser, the cinched in waist and cuffs make them smart enough to be worn as a key fashion statement piece, and their 100% wool content adds luxe to an otherwise casual basic.

The soft light grey tone makes them adaptable to any occasion, so pair with white trainers for a laid back look or add a pair of statement heels and sheer top for that dressier vibe.

S T O R C H

M A N U F A K T U R

THE CONTEMPORARY COOL

A new breed of Korn – #THEKORNIDENTITY The Storch Manufaktur® from Germany has created an exclusive mix of Storch Manufaktur® Korn, herbs and fruits – The Contemporary Cool®.

At Storch Manufaktur® their mission is to redefine the German Korn, a typically German liquor, by using even better ingredients such as organic wheat, hand-selected herbs and fruits or locally sourced natural spring water, but also better techniques to bring their redefined products to cosmopolitan people around the globe. By the way their Korn matures in old barrique barrels which secures the smooth taste as well as the golden shimmer...

Intense travels and tastings, lots of love, effort and patience led the team to their range of Storch Manufaktur® liquors. Their consumer loves to travel and to learn from different cultures and people around the globe, loves music, art, architecture and well thought design in general and last but not least a "handmade in Germany" product which is locally made by a small bunch of like-minded people with a passion for life and it’s value...

GET MORE INFORMATION: www.storch-manufaktur.com

URBANYOGA Anja Humljan is an artist, architect and yoga teacher who started the Urban Yoga project . The project aims to inspire people to experiment with their bodies and engage with what they feel, touch, smell, hear and taste in the city.

She started a series of photos in New York, Paris, Madrid and Ljubljana to change the way she feels and moves in the city. According to her, the city must not be felt as a disturbing space but more like a vital source of energy.

The UY photos are metaphors for an alternative way of understanding the relationship between the urban environment and the sensouous body.

They explore the way our bodies identify and respond to the space around us; while moving through a space we subconsciously measure it with all our senses at once.

Beauty

Leading an active lifestyle shouldn’t get in the way of you looking good, and women who are interested in health and fitness should be able to invest in products that can withstand their active lifestyle. The problem has often been that no make up has been able to live up to their fitness commitments nor their physical endurance, but Sweat Cosmetics are here to change that.

WHO EVER SAID

PRETTY WORKING UP A SWEAT?

YOU COULDN’T

LOOK

WHILST

Made for even the most professional of athletes, their mineral powder, foundation, illuminator and bronzer have SPF protection and are made from all natural ingredients. Combining Milk Thistle, Vitamin E and Rhodiola Rosea helps prevent breakouts, soak up moisture and provide anti-oxidants and anti-inflammatories to the skin. Free of oils and fragrance, silicone and paraben free, Sweat products help pores to stay unclogged and skin flawless even after a fitness class or gym session.

Make up is no longer something you need to put on after a workout, it's something that can withstand the abrasive power of sweat, giving women confidence in embracing their active lifestyle. Designed to last throughout your workout and beyond, Sweat Cosmetics provides all that you need from your makeup whilst at the gym. It's trusty compact tube makes all products refillable and interchangeable for easy application. Another bonus, they don’t test on animals and all brushes are 100% synthetic.

Fitness

BARRE FUSION Looking for a workout that’s more swan lake than speed lengths? Or maybe you’re keen to get out of your trainers and into your ballet shoes? Either way barre fusion, with its combination of Pilates, Yoga, dance, cardio and strength, is for you.

The class helps to tone your thighs with ballet inspired moves and balances, all whilst increasing strength and flexibility. It’s perfect if you’ve always fancied yourself a ballerina but never quite made it past your pliés, and every level is catered for.

“

SO COME

ON LADIES,

JUMP INTO YOUR

GYM CLOTHES AND

GET

DANCING!

”

THE STUDIO:

Barre fitness is relatively new, but The Fitness Studio in Kings Lynn have stayed ahead of the curve by offering regular classes. Studio cofounder Jane Cole says the class is an ‘effective and fun ballet based workout’, ‘designed to emphasise the correct biomechanics of movement combined with the power of music to increase strength, flexibility and stamina’.

BARRE FITNESS CLASS -CHECK HERE-

Food

FLAVOUR

OF THE MONTH

how to USE (read more)

Amaranth Flour

BENEFITS (read more)

If you’re a fan of traditional ingredient substitutes but have had enough of quinoa and bulgur wheat, why not try adding amaranth flour to your diet?

A gluten free grain substitute, amaranth is perfect for supercharging your day. Unlike the majority of grains, it’s packed full of lysine to help your body build muscle and absorb calcium, and contains 13% easy to digest protein, making it a great pre or post workout snack.

With a porridge like texture and a malty taste, the grain is high in fibre, jam packed full of iron, and contains twice as much calcium as cow’s milk.

the PLANT (read more)

AVAILABLE IN MOST HEALTH FOOD STORES.

Swap it for traditional flour to add a healthy twist to your blackcurrant crumble, or add it to soups and stews to thicken your go to dinner choice for when the colder weather kicks in. However you experiment, there really are no limits to how you can cook up this delicious health benefit packed grain.

RECIPIES (read more)

PURCHASING PRODUCT ONLINE

N O A R T I F I C I A L F L AV O U R S o r C O L O U R S GLUTEN-FREE

V E G E TA R I A N

VEGAN

NO ALCOHOL

Each Jealous Sweets cracker contains: 1 x 50g Grizzly Bears, 1 x 50g Sour Beans, 1 x 50g Tangy Worms and 1 x 50g Tropical Wonder. Each cracker contains identical products and weighs 200g in total. For full details and a list of ingredients please visit www.thejealouslife.com for more information.

Revolution X

at the Hôtel Vagabond Kate March was Hôtel Vagabond’s Artist-inResidence between August and September 2016, conceptualizing and choreographing the four hour immersive dinner experience, Revolution X. TCL: Fill in the blank: “Revolution X is the most __________ piece I have produced so far."

KM: Socially & politically charged.

TCL: How did Revolution X begin?

KM: From the start, I knew I wanted the creative process and final piece to originate from a genuine and pure response to the hotel; truly sticking to site-specific art making. The rebellious energy and the hotel’s tagline, "If you must get into trouble, do it at the Vagabond”, made me feel empowered to be my boldest self.

The visual art pieces in the hotel inspired me in new ways as well. I remember sitting in the salon one day under an image of a cowboy. I started tying my ankles and wrists up during the Vagabond Salon's afternoon tea to explore movement in a new way. That was a major turning point which led to the refinement of my ideas.

TCL: What was the most significant message behind Revolution X?

KM: If we want to see positive change in the world, we have to understand and own our personal power. Be courageous, revolutionary, and salute the leader within.

TCL: What do you envision next?

KM: The beauty of having put so much time, energy and dedication into this project is that I can now take it and develop it within new spaces. The beautiful thing about it for me is that it will always bring back memories of Singapore and the space the piece was originally born in.

I am looking to take the piece to New York and Hong Kong next. This experience has played an important role in my artistic evolution, and I can see myself wanting to become more political and fearless when delivering empowering messages in the future.

Hôtel Vagabond’s Artist-inResidence programme invites local and international artists to stay and create art within the hotel. Guests and visitors can rub shoulders with resident artists over afternoon tea during the day, or during live music events of an evening. Sign up for the hotel’s newsletter to be the first to know about upcoming events. www.hotelvagabondsingapore.com

Travel St KITTS’ RENAISSANCE

St Kitts has always been the crossing point before getting to Nevis, but things have started to change, thanks to the new luxury vibes the island is ready to be explored.

WHERE TO STAY The new Park Hyatt’s upscale resort boasts two pools and a spa with nine treatment rooms offering facial and body treatments, including Watsu Therapy.

Some suites feature private roof-top swimming pools.

WHAT TO EAT Seafood is always an easy catch in St Kitts, with an abundance of it being present all year.

However, you must also try the Rikkita beef WHAT TO DO which requires beef to be See Fairview from an historical marinated in champagne perspective by taking a walk around with Italian dressing. the glorious 18th century Great House, and end your incredible journey with an “aromatic” stroll through the Botanical Gardens… keeping an eye for the monkeys.

WHERE TO EAT At Nirvana you will experience the uniqueness of the Chef’s Creolefusion dishes that, along with the restaurant’s architecture and view of the place, will guide you towards that sense of pure Nirvana.

The name says it all really.

WHAT TO WEAR LOZNEVA - SILK DRESS £215.00 AUDREY AKMAN - DION RING £38.00 MAH MAD ABOUT HUE - EYE CANDY CLUTCH SCORPION £281.00 DE SIENA - TYENE LACED PUMP £261.00

LOVE SWIMWEAR - KORBEN OHRA HIGH WAISTED SWIMSUIT £160.00

THE ONES TO KNOW Elena Tyutina

FASHION PHOTOGRAPHY | Spéos Photographic Institute, Paris, France Inspired by everything that surrounds her in daily life, be it anything from nature and architecture, to the weather and other people’s stories, Elena Tyutina chose the Spéos Photographic Institute in Paris to help her excel at her art. By taking notes on everything she sees, she starts to dream up a story that she can bring alive through the art of photography. Elena captures a moment of life through her lens and discovers the beauty of the person in a way that no-one else can.

Through her work, she is able to make people believe in her story and reach a harmony that fills the mood she desires.

What are your influences and inspirations that led you to Studio Photography?

I grew up in the family of a Russian military photographer and as a result am a very visual person. Over the years, photos by Annie Leibovitz have inspired me and one day I had the chance to meet her in person. That was the day when I made a wish – to become a successful photographer and meet her again.

Today I am happy that I took the best decision of my life – to follow my passion and to learn about this field.

Where do you see yourself in 5 years time and what are your hopes for the future?

I am a very ambitious person, as I have lived in many different cities such as Moscow, Brussels, Tokyo and Paris. I hope I will continue my photography career by traveling the world and fulfilling my dreams by shooting campaigns for the biggest luxury brands. I want to enrich my everyday life with powerful and interesting people who are ambitious and ready to go for their goals no matter what.

What do you like and dislike about the industry you are in?

I love photography and the fashion industry as it has the power to create a dream for any type of person, regardless of age, nationality or gender.

Every year the fashion industry creates many talents, both creative and business minded. It is growing and transforming, but at the same time it has a big challenge – to create a surprise, something new, big, powerful and unforgettable.

This industry can give you wings to fly, but can leave you without any chances if you don’t push hard enough.

See you next Issue!