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Arabian Nights: We check out the Al Khayma restaurant at Darbar
High Street: We wander down Buckhurst Hill’s Queen’s Road
Festive Fashion: ‘Tis the season to be stylish’. Look inside for our festive fashion guide
12 Days of Christmas: The song ‘The Twelve Days of Christmas’ SCENE style.
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SCENE In Essex The December update from local businesses, news, what’s going on and gossip across the Essex county this month.
SCENE In The News The headlines from across Essex, awards, charities, weddings and more have made it into this month’s News.
SCENE Social Photos and gossip from the local events that went on throughout November. Where you snapped? Buckhurst Hill We take a walk through Buckhurst Hill and discover some of the fantastic shops that it has to offer. My Week With Marilyn We take a look at this months latest movie release and the actress playing one of the most famous women on the planet.
Word Of Mouth Ash Parmar of Smile Design by Ash’s feature in SCENE this month is all about keeping teeth healthy and beautiful. As Seen In SCENE There’s no chance of you missing a trend as our resident fashionista scours Essex’s best boutiques in the name of fashion.
’Tis The Season To Be Stylish’ Sparkle this Christmas with our festive picks of the best fashion from The Boutique, Vardo, CoCo and Santa Fe. SCENE On Her We take a look at the latest women’s trends coming fresh from the catwalk for the winter Season. Super Styling Get the latest look for this years winter season women’s trends from what to wear in the office to dressing for that perfect night out.
12 Days Of Christmas We rewrite this classic Christmas tune to bring it a little up to date by adding our top selection of 12 Christmas must haves. Deck the Halls Stunning Interiors and ideas to get you on your way to making your home looking Christmassy and magical season.
Arabian Nights Jo Fraser heads to Darbar in Ilford to check out their luxurious and incredible Al Khayma restaurant. Scene In The City The SCENE Financial and business column this month brought to you by our City Columnist John Klipp. My SCENE We catch up with leading Pop Artist Marty Thornton who tells us all about his latest collection Loubies, Lips & Lashes. SCENE 9
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From the best places to shop, the latest places to go and the very latest products, we take a monthly look at what must be Scene in Essex...
Puss In Boots “Puss in Boots” based on one of the most beloved characters of the Shrek Universe, tells the hilarious and courageous (daring, bold, brave) tale of Puss’ early
adventures as he teams with mastermind Humpty Dumpty and the street-savvy Kitty to steal the famed Goose that lays the Golden Eggs. In 3D cinemas from 09/12/11
Inside Job
Marmite...and chocolate???
Inside Job are a unique interior design company who are in business solely to help you improve your home. Whether it’s just a coat of paint on a wall or a complete home makeover, Inside Job will provide you with advice and a service of the highest standard. They can offer a complete and comprehensive service covering all aspects of interior design including lighting, furniture, curtain design, soft furnishings and paint. Visit their showroom that is stacked from floor to ceiling with beautiful furniture, mirrors, lighting - both contemporary and traditional, bundles of wonderful fabrics and wall coverings from designers which include Manuel Canovas, Brian Yates and Andrew Martin. 14-22 Mill Lane Woodford, Woodford Green IG8 0UG 020 8504 7171
The infamous Marmite effect rarely extends to chocolate products. After all, everyone loves chocolate. But all that is about to change because Marmite Chocolate is here – and yep, you guessed it, you’ll either love it or hate it. We’re strictly in the love camp because these two 100g bars are strangely delicious. Chocolate and Marmite – what’s not to love? Or hate. Made using 98% milk chocolate and 2% Marmite flavouring, it’s unlike any chocolate you’ve ever tasted (unless you’re in the habit of spreading Marmite on your sweeties). Available from Firebox.com
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Mustard Photo Shoot Last month, local businesses in North Chingford teamed up to provide the location and styling for Mustard Hairdressing’s photo shoot to launch their new website www.mustardhairdressing.com and to showcase salon owner Jodie Stephens’ talents in hair styling. The 1950’s inspired shoot took place at Bar One Twenty with a few of Jodie’s female friends and male models. Glam boutique provided the clothes and Virgo the shoes whilst the photos were taken by up and coming photographer Rob Padreddii. Check out Mustard’s all new website to see more great photos from the shoot.
Walking in a Winter Wonderland The Magic of Winter Wonderland can be enjoyed by everyone – it is absolutely FREE to enter and there is no charge at all to visit Santa Claus! Winter Wonderland has a wonderful array of dazzling activities to experience. Book Ice Skating, The Giant Observation Wheel, Zippos Christmas Circus and Zippos Cirque Extreme in advance to make sure you don’t miss out on all the fun!!! Winter Wonderland open now in Hyde Park
Get Your Skates On! Get your skates on and head down to the beautiful setting of London’s Natural History Museum Ice Rink. Take advantage of the impressive 1,000 square metre outdoor ice rink at the Natural History Museum this winter, offering the chance to enjoy open air ice skating in a Grand London setting. Natural History Museum ice rink tickets can be part of a whole day out at the Natural History Museum, a special family treat this winter.
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Sparkling Teeth for Christmas and at a great saving! Throughout December, The Dental Health Centre is offering all SCENE readers the opportunity to experience their new Teeth Whitening treatment at a vastly reduced price of £200 - saving a full £150 on the normal price of £350. All it takes is just two visits to the Practice in Gants Hill and in a couple of weeks you will have sparkling white teeth! The Dental Health Centre’s treatment is suitable for young and old and every patient is treated by one of the specialist Dentists. With over 30 years experience in
the area you can be sure that you are in good hands - and while you are there take advantage of the teeth appraisal, where the Dentist will analyse your situation and advise accordingly. The Dental Health Centre is all about your comfort, your health and your smile. Call them now and take advantage of this great December offer for SCENE readers- and make sure you have sparkling white teeth this Christmas.
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New Arrival at Pure- Medi Spa As well as recently celebrating three years at Pure-Medi Spa and the launch of a new range of skincare products and treatments called Image, Owner Shazia Saddiq has just celebrated the birth of her new son Hanza. 12 SCENE
It’s been a very busy time indeed for the South Woodford salon’s owner and SCENE wants to congratulate Shazia and her team on all the great news and wish them all a very successful 2012.
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Scene In the Glee Club Challenge...Results
Don’t stop believing, that was the message from TV stars and judges Graham Norton and Tamzin Outhwaite to all the young performers who competed in The Jack Petchey Glee Club Challenge Grand Final at the Savoy Theatre held on Sunday 20th November. One hundred and ninety young performers, aged between 12 and 16, got their
first taste of treading the boards of a West End stage while the judges enjoyed seeing raw young talent. Graham Norton said “I found them amazing, self possessed and confident in a way that I could never have been at their age. Some of the presentations were so moving they made us cry.”
Headlines from this month’s Essex news Win with DPCR & Harriet Ellis Local charity DPCR have an amazing opportunity to win some fantastic prizes that have been very kindly donated to Development of Pancreatic Cancer Research (DPCR) in aid of this month being Pancreatic Cancer Awareness month . They have two fantastic prizes. Please feel free to bid for either of them or both !!! “2 guest tickets to go to the LIVE SEMI FINAL of the X FACTOR on the Sunday the 4th December 2011”
“A Visit to the Tottenham Training Grounds for 4 people” To Enter your bid simply choose the amount to bid and email at debbie@ harrietellis.com With the following title in the subject: I wish to bid £ .... for the x factor tickets or I wish to bid £...... for the visit to the Tottenham Training Day . In the main text of the email provide a full name, address, mobile numbers so that the winners can be contacted.
HOLLY HOUSE GET LIPPY For Movember
Help for Haven House
Local children’s hospice, Haven House, benefitted from a fantastic fundraising event at Top Golf, Chigwell, on Tuesday 15 November held by Chigwell Business Group. 100 local business people and their friends came together to pitch up for a few games
of golf, a delicious curry and a brilliant raffle, held in aid of Haven House. Siobhan, a fundraiser for the charity, said, ‘We are delighted to have raised almost £2000 at the event on Tuesday; CBG is a brilliant group of passionate businessmen and women who came together to not only network but also raise much needed funds for our children’s hospice. A special thanks goes to John Mannix of Able Power who was instrumental in organising the event.’
Staff at Holly House Hospital, in Buckhurst Hill, have been growing weird and wonderful moustaches for the monthlong charity phenomenon that is ‘Movember’. At the start of ‘Movember’ eight clean-shaven members of the private hospital’s maintenance team committed to growing a moustache for the entire month to raise money for men’s cancer charities. ‘Movember’ is not just about
raising funds, however, it is also about raising awareness of prostate and testicular cancer and the possible symptoms of these so-called ‘silent killers’. The hospital as well as its staff is committed to preventative healthcare and raising awareness which is why Holly House offers screening to men between the ages of 40 and 75 years to assess their risk of prostate cancer.
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Rod Stewart Tribute Night at the Prince Regent Last month we attended a sensational Rod Stewart tribute evening at Woodford’s Prince Regent Hotel. Featuring Gerry Trew as Rod Stewart who had all the gutsy vocals and cheeky, sexy style of the great man himself. The evening proved to be a fantastic night for all who attended.
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A Psychic Night with George Valentino On Thursday 17th November SCENE joined Psychic & Spiritualist, George Valentino, to help celebrate his Birthday at the King’s Oak in High Beech. With local celebrities, friends and clients in attendance, such as the X Factor’s Ruth Lorenzo and Glamour Model and Fashion Designer, Aisleyne Horgan-Wallace, the party proved to be a spectacular evening. As a special Birthday surprise, good friend, Ruth Lorenzo, gave a very special performance singing for George her X Factor hit ‘Purple Rain’. Spiritual guidance, ancient healing, and psychic insight has been passed down through George’s family from generation to generation. George has performed readings for royalty, celebrities and entrepreneurs from all over the world, who have been astounded and empowered by their experience. George Valentino quotes: “The only thing you can change about the past is how you feel. By making the right connection, you can understand where you have come from and how you can shape your journey to a better future.” George will perform one to one or telephone readings. For enquires contact: info@georgevalentino.co.uk or visit www.georgevalentino.co.uk SCENE 19
Hopes and Dreams Charity Quiz Night On Sunday 13th November, Mitch Winehouse and Family attended the Hopes & Dreams Charity Quiz night in Woodford. It was a fun filled night, full of laughs and entertainment put on by Hopes & Dreams’s tireless team of staff and trustees. Mitch and the family were honoured to be making their first donation to one of their favourite charities, knowing it will help them to continue their amazing work.
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Danny K’s Charity Evening Danny K’s in Epping was heaving with Essex locals earlier last month as they helped organise a special charity evening in aid of Cancer Research. With many loyal customers, family and friends in attendance, the evening was a huge success helping to raise money for the charity.
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BLO Bar Launches On Thursday 24th November, BLO Bar hosted a launch party for friends and family to celebrate the opening of their new Queen’s Road salon in Buckhurst Hill. It was a glamorous affair with red carpet and rope at the door and champagne and canapés for the well-turned out guests to enjoy whilst checking out the cool and stylish new venue.
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December In Queensroad words by Jo Fraser
The first mention of Buckhurst Hill was recorded in 1135 when a reference was made to ‘La Bocherste’. The same area was referred much later as ‘Bucket Hill’ meaning a hill covered with Beech trees. It lay in Epping Forest and consisted of only a few scattered houses along the ancient road from Woodford to Loughton. The opening of Buckhurst Hill Station in 1856 saw a rapid expansion in the population of the area; nearly six hundred new houses had been built near the station by 1871. Buckhurst Hill today retains a delightful village atmosphere and benefits from a stunning semi-rural location being just a short stroll from Epping Forest. Alongside Loughton and Chigwell, the town is said to form part of the affluent Essex ‘golden triangle’. There is a thriving and friendly local community here and its main shopping area, Queens Road, has a varied range of upmarket boutiques, cafés, restaurants, salons and speciality shops and services.
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Knightons
Knightons is a highly focused, independently owned and operated Estate Agent. Since opening their first office in Queens Road in 1994 they have been committed to providing the highest standards and innovative ways of progressing property transactions. Areas covered by this branch include Buckhurst Hill, Loughton, Chigwell, Chingford, Theydon Bois and Epping. They have a second Branch in Woodford Green. Whether for land sales, residential sales, residential lettings, commercial lettings, property management or property finance, Knightons have the connections to resolve your problems promptly and professionally. For independent and personal service- Think Knightons. Knightons, 155 Queens Road, Buckhurst Hill, Essex IG9 5AZ 020 8559 2211 www.knightons.co.uk
CATCH Fish Restaurant has built up quite a reputation as being one of the best places to dine in the area since opening at the start of 2011. The restaurant, open Tuesday – Sunday from 12pm – 12am, serves a great selection of fresh fish, bought daily from Billingsgate Market. Starters include a variety of oysters and the delicious CATCH tempura prawns. Mains on offer include fish stew bouillabaisse, traditional fish and chips and lobster and tiger prawn thermidor. There are also meat options on the menu (their Sunday Roasts come highly recommended!) and a mouthwatering selection of desserts. Due to demand and its growing popularity, a new booth area has been installed enabling even more diners to enjoy the CATCH experience. CATCH, 147 Queens Road, Buckhurst Hill IG9 5AZ 020 8504 6505 www.catchfishrestaurant.co.uk
Repose
Step up to the plate at Repose Studio, situated at the top of Queens Road. Effective for all physical abilities, a 25 minute instructor led Power Plate class is equivalent to over an hour of traditional exercise without any impact to joints. With a maximum of four people per class, this friendly and welcoming studio really concentrates on personal goals with a great success rate. Benefits of regular Power Plate use include: INCREASED muscle tone, bone density & strength, REDUCED weight, cellulite & stress and IMPROVED, balance, flexibility and metabolism. Repose offers a FREE trial to all new clients. Repose, 179 Queen’s Road, Buckhurst Hill IG9 5AZ 020 8559 0520 www.reposestudio.co.uk
The Simply
The Simply Café & Bistro has recently undergone a pleasant transformation. They have a new menu which features Monmouth coffee, a selection of fine teas, wine and beer, snacks, lunches and dinners with vegetarian and organic options. The Simply is open late until 10 pm from Friday to Sunday – perfect for having a good time out with friends and family for wine, Tapas, or perhaps one of their amazing cocktails. There is a relaxed garden at the rear as well as free Wi-Fi throughout, daily newspapers and magazines. With its lounge atmosphere ideal for whiling away a few leisurely hours, you’re guaranteed a “Simply” good time The Simply, 44 Queens Road, Buckhurst Hill IG9 5BY 020 8505 7653 www.theSimply.co.uk
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Supadance
For more than five generations Supadance has been crafting the finest handmade dance shoes at their factory in London and now, more local to home, in Loughton. Supadance has become a world leader in quality, comfort and style and they offer a vast range of exquisitely designed shoes and sandals for all forms of dance. New in store is a unisex range of lightweight dance and fitness trainers which are perfect for all types of dance exercise including Zumba. There are 3 styles on offer priced between £39 and £49 only. Gift vouchers are also available at Supadance – a great gift idea for Christmas! SUPADANCE, 159 Queens Road, Buckhurst Hill Essex IG9 5BA 020 8505 8888 www.supadance.com
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Azzurra
Azzurra has been established for 30 years and stocks only the finest-quality Italian leather shoes. All products are created and manufactured exclusively for Azzurra in Venice, Milan and Florence. They carry an extensive range of beautifully designed shoes and boots for all occasions and all are made in the softest leather and suede. Sizes 1-9 are available in many of their styles as well as wide-fitting styles. Their new season collection features Après-ski boots, a fab range of ankle, knee-high and over-the knee boots as well as elegant patent party heels and chic ballet pumps. With accessories to match and ready-to-wear available in their Wanstead and Epping branches, Nino and his experienced team are friendly and knowledgeable and know how to find just the perfect shoe for you. Azzurra, 42 Queens Road, Buckhurst Hill IG9 5BY 020 8281 0050 26 SCENE
Brand new to Queen’s Road is BLO Bar, the first dedicated Blow-Dry salon in Essex. It’s a luxurious and stylish space offering a number of hair treatments including their signature blo-dry, hair up and Keratin Smoothing treatment. They also specialise in Racoon and Beauty Works hair extensions. It’s not just about the hair at BLO Bar though; they also provide Jessica, Minx and Bio Sculpture nail services, make-up and party lashes. Pamper Parties for ladies and Little Princesses are available too. Call the BLO Bar team or pop-in for more details on packages available. BLO Bar, 67a Queens Road, Buckhurst Hill, Essex IG9 5BW 020 8505 3736
Rabbit & Stars
Rabbit & Stars is a delightfully traditional toy shop situated at the upper end of Queens Road. Owner Michela takes pride in sourcing a huge variety of the highest -quality toys, games, dolls, books and gifts for children of all ages. Amongst the many brands stocked here include Steiff, Vilac, Moulin Roty, Melissa & Doug and Jelly Cat. There’s also a great range of wooden toys including castles and pianos. Gifts start from as little as 50p so there really is something to suit all budgets and it’s the ideal place for shopping for Christmas presents for the little ones! Rabbit & Stars, 162 Queens Road, Buckhurst Hill, IG9 5BD 020 8504 7200
MARTY THORNTON PRESENTS LOUBIES, LIPS & LASHES “Marty Thornton is the iconic and flamboyant pop artist who is fast gaining notoriety with his latest collection at the WhiteBull Brasserie in Loughton, Essex called Loubies, Lips & Lashes. A blingtastic homage to Essex in itself and its patrons.”
Marty’s collection is currently available and on exhibition exclusively at the WhiteBull Brasserie, Loughton
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My Week with Words by Louise Prew
This month sees the launch of My Week With Marilyn. A stunning adaptation of the Colin Clark memoir about his brief but intense relationship with Marilyn Monroe. With a glittering cast including Dame Judi Dench and Zoe Wanamaker, Kenneth Branagh, Eddie Redmayne, Emma Watson, Dominic Cooper and many more, This movie is a must-see for fans of the iconic bombshell and those with a romantic heart.
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Set in 1956, the true story hones in on the crucial week that 23-year old Colin graduated from Oxford University. Instead of following in his father’s footsteps and taking advantage of the financial privileges he could so easily have, he seeks out his dream of getting into the movie business. Each day he hounds the Lawrence Olivier Productions Company in London until he lands a gopher job for the man himself. Shortly to go into production is the film The Prince and the showgirl starring Lawrence Olivier and Marilyn Monroe. A film that was set to launch Marilyn‘s career in the UK and refresh Olivier’s own. Marilyn arrives in the UK to a rapturous welcome, being the most glamorous and beautiful sex symbol of the time (perhaps ever). The story depicts how fragile and delicate she was and the pressure she was under to perform and do what was asked of her, while she battled with her insecurities, low self-esteem and prescription pills. Her behaviour on set drives Olivier to the brink of madness with her tardiness and inability to learn lines, but she finds a sense of comfort and freedom with Colin, who takes the fragile actress under his wing, protecting her and ultimately falling in love with her, though it can’t last. The story is not so tragic in itself (after all everybody’s first love is a tough call) but more the profound unhappiness in Marilyn that resonates deeply and how enigmatically she is portrayed by Williams. How does one become Marilyn? How does an actress manage to pull off the intricate subtleties that made up this beautiful troubled starlet? It would be so easy to portray Marilyn as the red-lipped, sultry-eyed goddess in a white dress that we all know and love. But this movie does something so striking from the start. Michelle Williams absolutely crystallises everything that I remember in Marilyn. The biographies I read as a teenager, the stunning photographs taken of her in repose when she appeared thoughtful and saddened. Even if you are not a fan, you will remember the photographs. The black and white image of her in ballet tulle, sitting with her feet turned inwards staring out to nowhere. Or images of her dressed down, often make-up less but her face, a science of concentration and beauty. Michelle Williams is so believable in SCENE 29
her performance; it truly feels like we are in the room with Marilyn. She plays her vulnerable and waif-like and has her graceful deportment down to a tee. Talking on US television show, Sunday Morning, Williams exclaimed that she wanted to harness the wiggle first. Marilyn had reputedly studied her body in great detail in the early days making sure she mastered her walk, her pout, her sleepy eyes, her exchanges with people. Importantly she knew what worked and what didn’t. Michelle remarks, “Marilyn was no dumb blonde, she was shrewd with a delicious sense of humour, she knew exactly what she had to do to get the headlines.” Michelle, herself 31 years of age, the same age as Marilyn was in the movie The Prince and the Showgirl, has had a sensational history to date. At just fifteen she legally divorced her parents so that she could affectively do as she wished and choose her own career path. Most remembered for her role as Jen Linley in Dawson’s Creek, she was perhaps the actor that stood out the most with her portrayal of a precocious teen known for her sexual exploits. She then went onto receive acclaim for her role as put-upon wife in the epic, Brokeback Mountain, where she met the love of her life, Heath Ledger. The couple went on to have a daughter, Matilda Rose, in 2005. Three years on, Ledger tragically took an accidental overdose of drugs and died. Is it possible that Williams looked to her own personal experience of loss to approach the character of Marilyn who longed for her parents? ”I really didn’t look for a connection,” says Williams. “I didn’t want to connect those dots.” Further highlighting her fear, she said in the Telegraph this month, “To be honest, the part kind of landed in my lap, although I knew immediately that I was going to challenge myself to do it. I spent the
next six months talking myself out of it – it was daunting – but, in the end, there was a kind of inevitability. It was the kind of part I was born to challenge myself with.” And challenge herself she did. Speaking in the Telegraph, Simon Curtis, the director who is debuting with My Week with Marilyn, says that Williams is “perfect in so many ways. She is one of those actresses that I always want. From Dawson’s Creek onwards, I think she is absolutely marvellous.” After Ledger’s death in 2008, Williams was hounded by the paparazzi and shied away from the intense media interest in her life and her daughter. Is it possible that these similarities with Marilyn helped her with the role? “The important thing with Michelle is trust,” says Curtis. “With our film, she wanted to know that she could go on this journey with people she could trust. Also the fact that this wasn’t the whole of Marilyn’s life, rather it was just one month in her life, made it focused, and Michelle responded to that. No one could have worked harder than Michelle and she was brave to take on such an iconic role.” Michelle Williams is exquisite in her portrayal of Marilyn, but its the subtlety of the acting, the grand supporting cast, and the fashion that bring this story to life...the dressed down classical outfits she wears are deliberately taken from archive shots. The mussed up soft platinum curls, the camel coat over the shoulders, the pencil skirt and loose cream blouse worn slightly off the shoulder...it’s an achingly beautiful image to behold and if, like me, you adore Marilyn, you will marvel at Michelle’s ability to capture her child-like innocence. Michelle encapsulates her closing thoughts on Marilyn in the Telegraph...“Marilyn is an icon, and I must say that I have never been so affected by somebody’s beauty until I started spending a lot of time with her. “There’s this incandescence, this mixture, this woman-child. She gave the impression of having the body of a woman but the mind and the heart of an innocent, and that was an intoxicating combination.
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Cleopatra was known to have applied a gold mask before sleeping, using these precious, healing gold minerals to enhance her beauty and restore a youthful radiance upon wakening. Tranquility Health & Beauty Salon in South Woodford offers La Sultane de Saba treatments including their signature “Gold Facial”, so I booked myself in to discover and experience this Ancient Egyptian ritual for myself. My experienced and friendly therapist, Leanne, thoroughly cleansed my face and applied the Gommage Gold Exfoliant to energise my complexion. Next, a relaxing gold and honey balm was applied and massaged to work on pressure points and drainage. This felt wonderful and the balm emulsified into a milky gel to further purify my skin. After a while of having this glorious balm hydrate and plump my face, it was time for the gold and caviar radiance-enhancing mask to work its magic. Hot towels were placed on my face to maximise the benefits of the mask and I was offered a choice of head and neck, foot or shoulder massage to accompany this stage of the facial. I went for the shoulder massage which added a nice and
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Ok, so not technically a beauty product, but Sandy Bay candles will look and smell simply divine on any dressing table! Sandy Bay fine handcrafted candles use high quality wax, provocative potions and mysterious scents to create a modern luxurious bespoke candle range that throws intoxicating and wondrous fragrances around your home to suit your mood. RRP £25 available at Coco, 125 High Street, Wanstead E11 2RL 020 8989 1008
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thoroughly calming addition to my treatment. A few drops of Sultane de Saba’s anti-ageing serum enriched with caviar, argan oil and vitamin E, along with their eye and face cream completed this luxurious facial. Does it work? YES! This is a truly indulgent yet effective facial, using products with the finest ingredients to smooth wrinkles and restore firmness and luminosity. My face was literally glowing afterwards with tiny gold particles shimmering on my face. I’d recommend the Gold Facial in advance of a special night out, or simply to try one of Cleopatra‘s beauty secrets. To book a treatment or to buy La Sultane de Saba’s products call Tranquility Health & Beauty on 020 8989 2349 26 High Road, South Woodford, London E18 2QL www.tranquilitybeauty.org.uk
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Looking for a gift idea for the man in your life? Men will travel in style with this wash bag and trio of generous travel sizes. This smart bag contains a selection of travel essentials which encapsulate the timeless, sophisticated scent of Space NK Man. Each product is carefully formulated for optimum performance and skin benefits. Selected travel sets available at Space NK, 291 High Road, Loughton, Essex IG10 1AH 0208 508 3029 www.spacenk.co.uk
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The amazing duo that is Frances Furlong and Ashlene McCormack deliver unsurpassed solutions when it comes to non-surgical Beauty. Passion for their work, combined with a unique artistic and creative approach, sets them apart from other practitioners in their respective fields. By thinking outside the box and taking a fresh look at what you need and hope to achieve, they will create a bespoke package that delivers!
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f you look at a photo of yourself in your mid 20’s to mid 30’s you will notice that the mid temple and cheek area is a lot fuller and more defined. Think of this as the supporting structure (or shelf ) of the face. After this time the ageing process and other factors such as weight loss, yo yo dieting, stress and illness all contribute to this area depilating and becoming more hollow in appearance. To address this problem you need to replace what has been lost and this is done by the use of fillers such as hyraolinic acid or calcium derivative fillers which give an immediate result. Once the volume has been restored then consideration for using muscle relaxing injections can be discussed. Frances is a regular judge for InStyle Magazine’s beauty awards and has recently featured in Woman and Home Magazine showing the “Sunrise Lift Technique” which was launched last year by Restylane. This has become an extremely popular and successful
technique used with her mature clientele where Botox is no longer the best option. Frances feels there comes a stage where Botox accentuates the look of tiredness and causes eyelids to appear heavier! Heavy hooded eyes and poorly shaped eyebrows can be the result of the over or incorrect use of Botox injections and are so unnecessary, often leaving people thinking that the surgeon’s knife is the only option available to them when in actual fact they need a fresh approach to their treatment. If you look at a photo of yourself in your teens and 20’s your eyebrows were probably a good shape, bursting with colour and framing your eyes perfectly. Over time hair loss occurs, colour dulls and then tweezers and razors destroy what God intended! Thyroid imbalance and ageing can cause hair loss but generally women report it’s by their own hand that the worst happens.
the lost hair, strategically placed to create a really natural look. The overall shape is determined by your face shape and bone structure, so even those who have no hair will benefit from the most flattering shape possible. 8 years dedicated experience means the artistry involved supersedes many of her competitors, and a background in makeup and beauty gives her the edge to select colours that blend with the skin and hair tones perfectly. Megan Fox would have the perfect brow that many younger clients want to replicate which is done in a colour to suit with Ashlene’s designer Power Brow. Mature white women will be amazed at how natural their brows can look after Permanent Makeup with Ashlene.
Many women make a good job of drawing, tinting or using stencils, but at the end of the day they worry that they’ve wiped their brows away. Normal activities for many of us such as having a facial, going to the gym or swimming are a minefield best avoided in fear that they will be seen without eyebrows. Ashlene’s signature eyebrows replicate
Why do we need eyebrows? Well they frame the face and make your eyes stand out when they are correctly placed. What’s the benefit of having correctly shaped brows? So many clients come to me with poorly shaped or no brows, and until I have created a new brow for them have forgotten how beautiful their eyes are. Brows are getting a lot of attention in fashion and beauty for a reason! For the cost of a monthly salon service to shape and tint your brows you can invest in Permanent Make Up and enjoy the benefit of having perfect eyebrows everyday! Eyes stand out, cheek bones are defined too when the length is For further information and a free consultation regarding Perfect MakeUp and Perfect Skin contact:
The most common mistakes that women of all ages create at home are the classic “Ronald MacDonald” round brow and “golf club”, alongside brows plucked too far apart or too short at the ends. All these eyebrow disasters create a distorted appearance of the balance of the upper face. Thyroid problems and other hormonal disturbances commonly cause the loss of the tail end of the brow and general thinning throughout showing as sparseness. The ageing process accentuates variations in the height of the brows. And if you are lucky enough to have perfectly placed eyebrows the chances are you may want a stronger brow to reflect today’s fashion trend.
make up. Ashlene has the skills and knowledge that ensures every client receives the brow that most suits their facial structure and personal taste.
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Many myths are dispelled and fears alleviated when they receive a bespoke treatment creating a soft and natural looking finish in the softest blondes and lightest taupe shades. Permanent makeup that is obvious, dark and very noticeable poorly placed and the wrong colour is what can happen with an unskilled or unaccomplished technician. Jenifer Aniston’s brows were the envy of most women about 5 years ago. More recently Megan Fox is the bar by which young girls measure their brows and there is a trend for “Asian style brows” both in the up and coming “brow bars” and in permanent
Perfect Skin: tel 07508 404862 www.perfect-skin.co.uk correct and tired eyes can look 10 years younger, instantly, when a brow is placed correctly to balance the forehead and the eyes. Ashlene and Frances both offer a very discreet service with many models and celebrities to their names. They offer treatments which help instil confidence and radiance to women of all ages and all walks of life. Exclusive offer to Scene Magazine readers 15% Discount when you mention this editorial valid until 15th December. Gift vouchers are also available.
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Mythical Powers Enriched with a special blend of avocado and grape seed oil this lightweight oil cares and treats all hair types. Nourishing even the finest hair, the formula leaves hair looking shiny and feeling supple. Before blow drying, apply a few drops of Mythic Oil to various sections of the hair, allowing the formula to pamper your tired locks. You can also finish your look with a touch of sparkle using L’Oreal Professionnel’s Mythic Oil. Applied to dry hair as a finishing treatment, it leaves hair with added looking shine. This all-round product is great for all day frizz control too when applied to dry ends as needed during the day. Oh, and it smells great too! Available at Mustard Hairdressing, 2/3 Village Arcade, Station Road, Chingford E4 7DA 020 8524 5833 www.mustardhairdressing.com
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Boot-iful STAMPA boots are designed to be cherished by eyes and feet alike. They can roam a Tuscan hill, tramp a snowy Alpine terrain, and sashay in style across a stylish Parisian hotel lobby, or better still, look hot to trot in a wintery West Essex! These top of the range rain boots are made in Italy using only the finest leather, sheepskin and high-tech materials, and a limited edition of just 250 pairs are available worldwide in selected boutiques. Vardo Boutique in Buckhurst Hill is one of the few stockists in the UK to carry STAMPA. They stock three gorgeous styles: a quilted chocolate brown, black patent and leather riding boot and black suede and fleece-lined boot. These boots symbolise fashion, style and comfort, suiting both urban and country lifestyles. A must for any fashionista! RRP £250 Available at Vardo Boutique, 18 Queens Road, Buckhurst Hill, Essex IG9 5BZ 020 8504 0640
There’s no chance of you missing a trick or a trend as SCENE Magazine’s resident fashionista scours the area’s best boutiques, salons and interiors stores to bring you this month’s must buys..
Where Fashion Lives CC’s Dressing Room is situated in The Galleria on George Lane and is an emporium of ladies clothing and accessories from both established and up and coming designers. One particular designer’s range stocked here is the Afromania collection by Nkwo, featuring African inspired prints in a striking range of colours, styles and fabrics. Claudine, owner of CC’s Dressing Room, uses the phrase “I am the fashion surgery” to explain her unique service to clients as she provides a bespoke and personal touch in fashion styling and beauty. It’s a one-stop shopping experience for ladies who love to shop, but due to the pressures of modern life, are left with too little time to indulge their passion. CC’s Dressing Room, The Galleria, 180-182 George Lane, South Woodford E18 1AY 020 8925 4533 www.ccsdressingroom.com
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Glam ROck Time Glam Rock is about luxury, fashion and passion. Founded in Miami in 2005, Glam Rock stands for innovative watch collections combining design, quality and aesthetic excellences into a unique and glamorous timepiece. Inspired by the sparkling and cosmopolitan Miami appeal, these luxury fashion watches are made with the finest materials including alligator and python leathers handcrafted in France. Movements are strictly Swiss made. Watches come with interchangeable straps and case covers so it’s so easy to transform your look from work to play. Bring out your wild side with the leopard print strap or go glam and sparkle with one of Glam Rock’s diamond bezel covers. Available only at selected prestigious watch and jewellery stores around the world including The Lakeside and Loughton branches of Emson Haig Available at Emson Haig 305/307 High Road, Loughton, Essex IG10 1AH and 258 Lakeside Centre, West Thurrock Way, Grays, Essex RM20 2ZH
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Pure oxygen celebrity With many celebrities swearing by the oxygen facial, including Madonna, Brad Pitt and the Sex and the City girls, this must be something worth trying out.
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ith the Christmas festivities there is always the over indulgence in alcohol, food and late nights, combined with many strict skin regimes thrown out the window. As a result the skin begins to look tired, aged and lined. Although there are small things we can do to help such as sleeping earlier and drinking plenty of water, we sometimes need an extra helping hand. The PURE OXYGEN FACIAL is suitable for all skin types and consists of 3 parts: Firstly microdermabrasion, to help strip the top layer of dead skin cells, leaving a smoother surface underneath. This helps reduce the appearance of pigmentation and scarring. Following this the therapist will then apply vitamin based serums which helps with both the repair of the skin and the amount of collagen and elastin formed in the skin to help stop sagging. To help push the serums in the therapist will then infuse oxygen under the skin which helps boost blood flow to the area and allows the cells to become healthier in appearance which then shows in the form of healthy revitalised skin. The benefits of oxygen facials are said to range from thorough pore cleansing to lightened hyperpigmentation. Oxygen is suggested to strengthen skin’s elasticity and help eliminate acnecausing bacteria, as well as reduce fine lines and wrinkles, even out skin tone and diminish pores. Many people who experience the non-surgical oxygen facial treatment see an immediate change in their appearance. For best results, we recommend a series of six treatments followed by monthly touchup visits. Try the facial throughout January - normally £95 now only £49 Or purchase a course of 6 - normally £570 SPECIAL OFFER £285
TRY THE PURE OXYGEN FACIAL NORMALLY £95 NOW ONLY £49 OR PURCHASE A COURSE OF 6 NORMALLY £570 SPECIAL OFFER £285 AVAILABLE THROUGHOUT DECEMBER
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Tis the season to be stylish Sparkle this Christmas with our festive fashion picks...
TFNC Florida s £69
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TFNC Paris Gold sequin dress £55
Forever Unique Maisie mink one-shoulder
TFNC Sophie gold sequin
dress £150
bandeau dress £50
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set £28 each TFNC Animal prin t bandeau dress £4 0
TFNC Nora embellished border dress £39
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Jovani purple dress £325 ultiJovani strapless m colour dress £600
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Wool gloves £25 wool scarf £39
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Armani Jeans red dress £139
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Fovever Unique • Jovani • Arrogant Cat • Scala Muubaa • LJCouture • Allie Jewellery • and more…
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Leather Remix
This draped leather jacket by Designers Remix is both elegant and cool. It has a gorgeous mix of matte and shiny leather, three quarter length sleeves and a side zip closure. Draped leather jacket black £520 Designers Remix Mary & House of Fraser Available from House of Fraser
Peep Show
Christian Louboutin’s black patent leather peep-toes are a stylish step in the right direction. Perennially chic, these iconic shoes work with everything from cropped pants to A-line dresses and are a key addition to any capsule wardrobe. Christian Louboutin Peep-Toe shoes -£948
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Fashion forward, stylish and always on trend, the Red Herring range of womenswear is designed for women who love fashion. The Red Herring range of womenswear features fashion jeans, pretty tops, the latest dresses and all the accessories a modern woman needs. Red Herring coat £85 Available from Debenhams
London-based luxury lifestyle & accessories brand, Belen Echandia, was founded in 2004. It has a global following and is renowned as much for its uniquely personal service as its exclusive, limited edition handbags and purses. Belen Echandia’s designs are functional, yet stylish, featuring extra details, like key holders and hidden pockets. They are all available in luxurious materials with vibrant linings. Prices from £295 £2,000
Black & White
If you feel like giving your wardrobe a boost, or you’re looking forward to dressing up for a special occasion, head to John Lewis this winter for a fantastic selection of ladies wear. We love the Miya pure silk tie blouse at £55 and the wide leg trousers to match £69.
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Get the latest look for this years Winter Season women’s trends from what to wear in the office to dressing for that perfect night out.
Chocolate Fashion
Oriental floral print blouse (worn under jumper) £65, Mustard swirl print jumper £85 Chocolate seam detail shorts £65, Leopard print drawstring tassel bag £295 Biba, Tights by Wolford, available from House Of Frasier
Release the animal
Camel cashmere jumpsuit £142, Chunky animal print cardigan £295 Stefanel, Red snood £25, Grey socks £12 Linea, available from House Of Frasier
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Knitted Dress with Grosgrain Epaulette Detail £120 John Lewis
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MADE Spear Earr
UGG Sheepskin Shearling Earmuffs, Chestnut £75
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Bag, Slate £48
Loving Leather
Black leather top £120, Black flannel shorts £75, Tan ‘LA’ leather clutch £95 Pied a Terre, available from House Of Frasier
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The song ‘The Twelve Days of Christmas’ is a little dated and we couldn’t see anyone really wanting Four calling birds or any partridges in pear trees for that matter in the 21st Century. It got us thinking as to how the modern day version of the song would go. here’s our luxury twist to this Christmas classic…
Twelve days of
Christmas On the First day of Christmas my true love gave to me... Jeeves Bowler Hat Light £155.00 Orange Tree,123 High Street, Wanstead, London, E11 2RL 0208 530 4621
On the Third day of Christmas my true love gave to me...
Sundari Nighttime Nourishing Oil £115 Beauty...just around the corner, Cuckfield House, 1 - 3 Wellington Road, London, E11 2AN 020 8530 0555
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On the second day of Christmas my true love gave to me... Steiff Sooty Bear Limited Edition £160 Rabbit & Stars, 162 Queens Road, Buckhurst Hill, Essex, IG9 5BD 020 8504 7200
On the Fourth day of Christmas my true love gave to me...
Bibi Bijoux Silver and Swarovski studded leather bracelets from £95 Coco, 125 High Street, Wanstead, London, E11 2RL 020 8989 1008
On the Fifth day of Christmas my true love gave to me... Happy Socks in assorted colours and designs £6 Santa Fe, 119 High Street, Wanstead, London, E11 2RL 020 8518 8922
On the seventh day of Christmas my true love gave to me...
Bentley Continental from £133,200 Essex Bentley, Auto Way, Ipswich Road, Colchester, Essex, CO4 9HA 01206 848500
On the ninth day of Christmas my true love gave to me...
Loubies Lips & Lashes By Marty Thornton www.martythorntonart.com
On the eleventh day of Christmas my true love gave to me...
9kg Steam Direct Drive Washing Machine £595 RGB Electrical Superstore, 543-549 High Road, Ilford, Essex, IG1 1TZ 020 8924 7744 www.rgbdirect.co.uk
On the sixth day of Christmas my true love gave to me... A Clive Christian Living Room Clive Christian, 131 High Street, Brentwood, Essex, CM14 4RZ 01277 223 016
On the eighth day of Christmas my true love gave to me...
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Ooolong Gift Vouchers 07951 101 049 info@loveoolongtime.com www.loveoolongtime.com
On the tenth day of Christmas my true love gave to me... Roberts MP43 DAB/CD/iPod Docking Station £234.99 Broadway Music and Vision, 31 The Broadway, Woodford Green, Essex, IG8 0HQ 0208 504 7500 www.broadwaymandv.co.uk
On the twelfth day of Christmas my true love gave to me...
Mesh ToyWatch Assorted colours RRP £140-£150 Emson Haig, 305/307 High Road, Loughton, Essex IG10 1AH 020 8418 9222
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Deck the As winter draws nearer, many of us start to plan the festive season. We explain how you can create elegant Christmas interiors.
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hen we think about yuletide interior touches, everybody has a personal approach to how they should look. Shops are packed full of ideas and decorations. The urge to buy, buy, buy year after year can lead to an explosion of Christmas decorations that we no longer want or succumb to decorating with the lot. Expressions such as ‘OTT’ and ‘TACKY’ begin to appear in our vocabulary. Often, less is more. Opt for elegance, rather than overkill and rethink the way you display classic Christmas tree decorations. So let’s get all posh and deck the halls with some thoughts for your interior decoration this Christmas. Twinkle, Twinkle Create a magical white scheme with a fairytale feel. Use silver candlesticks, cut-glass goblets, white birds and crystal animals. Make sure the table sparkles as much as the conversation by dotting it with twinkling silver confetti, or crystals. String beads on a bracelet-length piece of fine elastic and wrap twice around a napkin for your guests to take home. Or just simply buy cut lengths of threaded beads and drape over the table. Go to crystal heaven with pretty hanging decorations in all shapes and sizes. Stick to silver and glass for a sophisticated yuletide look.
Foliage Favourites Buy three small Christmas trees, pot them in glass bowls and display them together to emphasis a modern glamorous combination. Go all fruity and lavish your home with seasonal plants, red and orange berries, green foliage and golden yellow petals. Carry on the same theme and buy fake fruit like red grapes, apples, fir cones, twigs of berries and red baubles. This looks really good. Or just simply buy lime green baubles to decorate the tree, topped off with a ribbon draped around. Don’t Forget The Lights Set the festive scene with magical Christmas lights that’ll add a touch of sparkle to any room. Drape lights over your banister to light up the stairway, or adorn the full set inside a large glass bowl for a spot of creativeness. Buy a large plastic tub that you can see through for your Christmas tree and stuff lights down the side to add a night time glow. What About The Candles Make a wave of candlelight along the full length of your dining table using pillar candles in increasing sizes to form a crescendo of light. Pamper your scenes and get cosy with sweet smelling tea lights scattered around a
seasonal room. Hang In There For an alternative window decoration, hang a crystal drop curtain at the window or over the mantelpiece to bounce glittering light around the room. Turn Christmas cards into a stylish feature by suspending them on different lengths of silver twine, and weighing down each string with a sparkling decoration to reflect sunlight or candlelight. Buy large oversized baubles and hang them outside for a bright welcoming touch. Hang smaller baubles around ceiling lights or display a selection in an interesting corner. Large amounts of baubles also look good in a reflective tray or glass bowls. Let’s Wrap Up Give your presents a unique touch this year. Wrap them in white doily paper laid over coloured paper, topped off with silver twine and a small Christmas decoration. Alternatively, wrap gifts in plain material and brown paper adorned with fabric flowers and pretty crystals beads. And Finally Have a Merry Christmas and enjoy yourself.
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020 8502 7667 • 07719 987 904 www.huntpropertyservices.co.uk email: info@huntpropertyservices.co.uk Repton ReptonPark Park
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Repton ReptonPark Park
£4,500 pm £1,950pm
Detached four bedroom, three bathroom Stylish detached gatehouse, three house within the gated of Douglaslarge Close, The Avenue. bedrooms, twoarea receptions, Boasting a private garden with large decking area. conservatory and many period features throughout. behind electrickitchen gates with Set over three Set floors, fully integrated with beautiful gardens detached double granite surfaces and aand separate utility room. This garage pure luxury! luxury property is offered with no ongoing chain.
Repton Park Chigwell
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Stunning ground Two bedroom Spectacular newlyfloor decorated family Two bathroom with luxury apartment stylish residence large private with garden and interiorpool. designBoasting throughout including fabulous heated three receptions, wall integrated coverings and fitteddiner, plasma screens. fully kitchen brand new utility room doublethis integral Five Offered Fullyand furnished muchgarage. loved home double bedrooms and two is only available through HPSbathrooms. from November.
Luxury detached residence boasting Charming two bed, two bath mews house six bedrooms, fourgarden. bathrooms, boasting private gated Fully two receptions, kitchen/diner with integrated kitchen diner, wooden flooring in loungedoors benefiting french doors to private French to private garden. garden and grounds. Ornate spiral staircase Double garage and driveway. and spectacular views from master bedroom.
Chigwell Repton Park
£649,995 £1,295,000
Chigwell Repton Park
Impressive three bedroom, two penthouse bathroom Luxury three bedroom duplex apartment balconies with with lift setboasting within atwo newly built exclusive stunning forest views.With This its stylish property gated development. stunning interior apartment measures c.2763sq ft, benefitsthis under floor heating, fully integrated boasting stategranite of thesurfaces art technology, home kitchen with and underground data network, high spec Wentworth kitchens. car-park with two private spaces.
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£799,995 £2,750pm
Magnificent Luxury two Ground floor two bedroom Brand new luxury bedroom, two two bathroom apartmentset setinover two floors. bathrooms apartment an exclusive gated development Chigwell. Interior Boasting a spectacularingrand entrance and lift to designed throughout to a very high standard this impressive block. Independent electric gates boasting high spec kitchen, plasma and CCTVmodern and the added security of Repton Park screens andstaff. many added features. Gatehouse Offered with vacant possession.
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£724,995 £499,995
Douglas Close Repton Park
£734,995 £875,000
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Impressive and immaculate Luxury apartment set on thetownhouse first floor boasting four doubletwo bedrooms, three with two bedrooms bathrooms & the bathrooms andoftwo suites. This luxuryWith added benefit twoenreception rooms. pretty views large lounge with property is infrom an enviable position inoriginal one of wooden floorsfinest this apartment is presented Repton Parks squares with beautiful to aviews very high fitted kitchen. from standard. the loungeNewly and master bedroom.
Repton ReptonPark Park
£4,500 pm £1,950pm
Detached four bedroom, three bathroom Stylish detached gatehouse, three house within the gated of Douglaslarge Close, The Avenue. bedrooms, twoarea receptions, Boasting a private garden with large decking area. conservatory and many period features throughout. behind electrickitchen gates with Set over three Set floors, fully integrated with beautiful gardens detached double granite surfaces and aand separate utility room. This garage pure luxury! luxury property is offered with no ongoing chain.
Repton Park Chigwell
£2,450 pm £4,500pm
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Stunning ground Two bedroom Spectacular newlyfloor decorated family Two bathroom with luxury apartment stylish residence large private with garden and interiorpool. designBoasting throughout including fabulous heated three receptions, wall integrated coverings and fitteddiner, plasma screens. fully kitchen brand new utility room doublethis integral Five Offered Fullyand furnished muchgarage. loved home double bedrooms and two is only available through HPSbathrooms. from November.
Luxury detached residence boasting Charming two bed, two bath mews house six bedrooms, fourgarden. bathrooms, boasting private gated Fully two receptions, kitchen/diner with integrated kitchen diner, wooden flooring in loungedoors benefiting french doors to private French to private garden. garden and grounds. Ornate spiral staircase Double garage and driveway. and spectacular views from master bedroom.
Chigwell Repton Park
£649,995 £1,295,000
Chigwell Repton Park
Impressive three bedroom, two penthouse bathroom Luxury three bedroom duplex apartment balconies with with lift setboasting within atwo newly built exclusive stunning forest views.With This its stylish property gated development. stunning interior apartment measures c.2763sq ft, benefitsthis under floor heating, fully integrated boasting stategranite of thesurfaces art technology, home kitchen with and underground data network, high spec Wentworth kitchens. car-park with two private spaces.
£799,995 £2,750pm
Magnificent Luxury two Ground floor two bedroom Brand new luxury bedroom, two two bathroom apartmentset setinover two floors. bathrooms apartment an exclusive gated development Chigwell. Interior Boasting a spectacularingrand entrance and lift to designed throughout to a very high standard this impressive block. Independent electric gates boasting high spec kitchen, plasma and CCTVmodern and the added security of Repton Park screens andstaff. many added features. Gatehouse Offered with vacant possession.
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IN THE PROCESS of being fully refurbished to an extremely high standard, lounge, dining room open to conservatory, fully equipped kitchen with BOSCH appliances, utility room, 2 double & 1 single bedroom, luxury bathroom.
Stunning Two Bedroom Ground Floor Apartment situated in The Manor which benefits from having its own gated entrance. This apartment has a delightful lounge with fabulous views from the balcony, a spacious kitchen/breakfast room.
LUXURY 2 bedroom TOP FLOOR flat, large lounge with polished wooden floors, fitted kitchen with built in oven & hob with Extractor hood, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washer/ dryer, AIR CONDITIONING, master bedroom with en suite.
Newly REFURBISHED TWO Bedroom Ground Floor Maisonette, Superbly presented throughout with Modern Integrated Kitchen and Bathroom and separate shower, Bedrooms with fitted wardrobes. Own Garden, Garage. Close to Bus Links.
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BRAND new 2 bedroom first floor apartment, large lounge open plan to fully equipped kitchen with built in oven & hob, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, luxury bathroom with shower above, 2 good size bedrooms, master bedroom.
Conveniently situated, 2 Bedroom first floor conversion, Lounge, fitted kitchen/diner, modern bathroom with shower, 2 double bedrooms, unfurnished, gas central heating, new carpets and decor throughout, close tube and local shops.
One bedroom ground floor flat set in picturesque communal gardens. Fully re-furbished with all new carpets, laminate flooring in hall, large kitchen, lounge and bedroom with corner bay window overlooking gardens. Gas central heating.
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HUGE brand new 5 Bedroom detached house on LOUGHTON`s premier street. Extremely large lounge with sliding doors extending the lounge further. Dining room. Luxury fitted kitchen/diner. Utility room. Ground floor shower room.
A truly amazing 5 Bedroom newly renovated detached house in a semi rural location close to EPPING Town Centre. Large lounge with ceramic tiled flooring onto a second lounge. Dining hall with ceramic tiled flooring. Fully equipped kitchen.
Situated in one of Loughton`s most PREMIER LOCATIONS, set in a cul-de-sac, this truly magnificent 4 Double Bedroomed DETACHED residence boasts bright and spacious accommodation throughout.
Luxury 4 Bedroom Detached House within one of Loughton`s premier roads. Lounge with oak flooring. TV room. Fully fitted kitchen with dining area overlooking gardens. Utility room. Cloakroom. Master bedroom with en suite shower room.
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Buckhurst Hill
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SPACIOUS 4 Bedroom Detached House within a Cul De Sac location close to the HIGH STREET. Lounge with patio doors onto garden. Dining room. Guest WC. Fitted kitchen with appliances. Utility room. Master bedroom with en suite.
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Modern 3 Bedroom detached house within the STAPLES ROAD catchment area. Lounge. Dining room open plan to fitted kitchen. 2 double & 1 single bedroom. Newly decorated thoughout. UNFURNISHED. Gas c/h. Off street parking.
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Scene This month’s top pick of our favourite three West Essex’s finest eateries to visit and dine in this December
Lovebite If you’re looking for the real taste of a Brick Lane bagel, or a classic New York bagel for that matter, then look no further than Lovebite! Brick Lane comes to Essex with this delightful deli bagel bar situated opposite South Woodford station. Bagels are sourced from the famous Brick Lane Beigel Bake and their speciality, salt beef is made daily on the premises. As well as hot and cold salt beef, they offer a wide-range of tasty fillings, and Panini’s, baguettes and sandwiches are available too. For a winter warmer, there’s freshly made daily soup and smaller deli bites and snacks for food on the go. If you’re eating in, make sure you check out the cute heart-shaped plates that food comes served on – a nice and thoughtful touch!
Miller & Carter
November saw the launch of the latest branch of the Miller & Carter chain of upmarket steakhouses to open in Epping Forest. It is situated on the Wake Arms roundabout just outside Epping and takes up the site previously owned by Old Orleans. Miller & Carter Epping Forest offers expertly cooked premium steaks & grills in a fantastic setting. To the left of the room is an attractive bar featuring a vast range of wines, beers and premium spirits. Cocktails are the order of the day here, to be sipped whilst sitting in warm and comfortable surroundings. The restaurant itself is a large space, thoughtfully split into different tastefully decorated sections. Booths are available for larger parties and there’s a raised seating area in the middle of the room; the ideal spot to enjoy your meal whilst
watching what’s going on around you. Miller & Carter know that the secret of running a classic Steakhouse is to keep it simple. So at the Epping Forest outpost you’ll find the food menu is packed with expertly cooked dishes including a Chateaubriand 16oz for two to share and a Hot & Spicy Short Rib of Beef. Desserts on offer include classic favourites, Banoffee Pie and Eton Mess. Friendly staff brings you the whole steakhouse experience in a luxuriously stylish but understated location. Whether it’s an informal midweek treat, a business lunch, a weekend outing or a family celebration this looks set to become the best Steakhouse, Bar & Grill in town. Miller & Carter Epping Forest, High Road, Epping CM16 5HW 01992 814 807 www.millerandcarter.co.uk
Open Monday-Saturday, Lovebite is a great spot for breakfast, lunch or anytime of the day. Late night opening from 10pm – 2am on Friday and Saturday nights make it the ideal venue for a post-night out snack before heading home. Meal deals are available throughout the week and look out for their Xmas Meal Deal: Salt Beef Bagel + any hot drink for only £4.99 throughout December. Lovebite, 4-4 Station Approach, George Lane, South Woodford, E18 1AG 020 8530 6016
Razza
The name ‘Razza’ translates and reflects the superiority of this restaurant when placed in line with its many rivals in terms of the quality of food, level of service and the grandeur of the venue. A place where the staff are attentive and service is an important element, aimed at making customers feel at home. The great building that Razza occupies was formerly a bank, and has retained many original architectural features including the high ceilings and double length windows. A stairway leads to an overlooking mezzanine level. Razza is the brainchild of leading Essex restaurateur, Sayasta Miah, and it recently underwent a refurbishment to give the interior a fresh new look. More tables have been added to the ground floor dining area, and the mezzanine floor now boasts a lounge bar where diners can
have a leisurely drink before or after their meal, or simply pop in for a drink and an Indian snack with friends. The emphasis here is on the food from the diverse regions of India. Classical and contemporary dishes are cooked with only the freshest of ingredients. These dishes are prepared authentically, as in Indian homes and no short cuts are taken. All spice mixes are prepared freshly and ground individually for each dish. New additions to the menu include a range of sizzling grilled dishes for a lighter and healthier option. Regular Bollywood nights are hugely popular at Razza and their Christmas season and New Year’s Eve party with Bhangra DJ promise not to disappoint. RAZZA, 352 High Road, Woodford Green, Essex IG8 0XQ 020 8505 8999 www.razzarestaurant.co.uk SCENE 57
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Arabian An Arabian restaurant in Essex? In fact, an Arabian restaurant per se? I’ve eaten Middle Eastern cuisine in London before, but this was to be my first experience of an authentic Arabian eatery, and the fact that it was in my local area made my visit there all the more intriguing. Words by Jo Fraser
Al Khayma, which means “The Tent” in Arabic, is part of a new, two restaurant arm of the well-established London Darbar stable of banqueting suites, catering, functions and events. It is situated on the first floor above their contemporary Indian restaurant, “The Restaurant” on Cranbrook Road between Gants Hill and Ilford. Upon entering Al Khayma, I was immediately transported to the warmth and exoticism of the Middle East. The room, which seats up to 100 diners, is stunningly decorated with traditional, ornate, low wooden seating in the main area, with a number of curtained off private booths around the back and both sides of the room. My guest and I were shown to one of the booths featuring a large table surrounded by sumptuous sofas and beautiful cushions in an array of colours and textures. The booths seat from 2-25 people and ours was huge! Our waitress for the evening provided us with a call button (a nice touch) entitled “Marhaba”, meaning “Welcome” in Arabic. This little device was to be used for when we needed drinks, food, our bill or any other questions we may have throughout our evening. We were offered a drink from their extensive selection of cocktails, mocktails, wine and spirits, so thought we’d try 58 SCENE
out a couple of their Martini cocktails as a pre-dinner treat, and to whet our appetite for what was to come. These got the thumbs up. Al Khayma’s food offering consists of four “Feast Menus”: Vegetarian, Chicken, Lamb and Seafood. Being a rather indecisive menu chooser, this made things a little easier for me having only four to decide from, but I still had the problem of just which one of the four deliciously sounding menus to pick. After much deliberation my guest and I opted for the more traditional Middle Eastern Lamb feast menu at £24.50 and the interesting Seafood option priced at £29.50. A side note here: make sure you’re hungry when dining at Al Khayma as it truly is a FEAST! Call button pressed, food questions answered and our order promptly taken, we were then presented with our first course. Both starters included lentil soup, mixed olives, “Khobz” freshly cooked bread, humus, tabbouleh and mixed Mediterranean pickles. The lamb starter also came with “Kibbe Lahme” – a deep fried lamb and cracked wheat patty filled with minced meat. For the seafood starter we had Falafel Kredis: Prawns, chickpeas, parsley and Arabic spices served with coconut and chilli sauce. It was presented beautifully in authentic dishes, looking almost too good to eat. We would have been more than content with the incredibly tasty and ample starters, but it was now time for the main course of our banquet. For the Lamb Feast main we were given a large dish including Marinated Grilled Tender Leg of Lamb and Charcoal Grilled Boneless Lamb Pieces SCENE 59
marinated with yoghurt & spices, both served on a bed of Arabian rice. The perfectly slow cooked lamb simply fell off the bone and melted in the mouth. Our seafood platter was no less impressive, featuring a mixed grill of fresh Seabass, King Prawn and Salmon Fillet, all marinated with Arabic spices to give a new and exciting twist on the usual fish dishes we tend to find in restaurants. Both mains came with a side of sautéed potatoes, mixed leaf salad and more of the delicious warm bread which complemented the mains well. The addition of a fiery chilli sauce for those with a liking for something hot, is not to be missed. Time to sit back, relax, let our mains go down and watch the belly dancer who took to the floor to showcase some seriously impressive moves! They have live dancing every night at Al Khayma and it is hard not to find yourself escaping into this little slice of Arabian culture and atmosphere. After a brief respite from our food so far, it was time to peruse the vast dessert menu. These are at an additional cost to the feast menus. There was so much on offer including a traditional Arabian milk pudding and fresh fruit platter for two but we opted for the Khayma Dessert Platter consisting of Middle Eastern favourites Turkish Delight, Baklava and Basboussa, a sweet cake soaked in syrup. This was a feast in itself! From behind our curtain and like a work of art came a spectacular three-tiered cake stand with the most amazing looking cakes, sweets and pastries. My sweet-toothed companion was in “dessert heaven”. This came accompanied by a pot of Arabic tea, again presented in an authentic and ornate jug with little glass cups. Al Khayma’s striking surroundings and menu ticks all the boxes with regards to authentic cuisine, atmosphere and a unique offering in the area. Belly dancers, Arabic music, the call button and a life size camel all add to the experience. It’s a fine dining restaurant with an element of fun and is extremely good value considering the number of dishes on offer. Entertaining is fundamental to the Arabian people and Middle Eastern families pride themselves on hospitality. They say “you will be welcomed like a family” into their culture, and this was proved here on our night out. Whether you’re dining for two, on a business dinner or with a group of friend, it’s well worth a visit.
Visit Al Khayma, 251 Cranbrook Road, Ilford, Essex, IG1 4TG Tel: 0208 554 4133 Visit Al Khayma online at www.londondarbar.com
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Frederick and all the staff at Nuovo warmly invite you to join them now and over the festive season with menus to suit all tastes
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Something’s cooking Nuovo At Frederick Forster, who won the National Chef of the Year title last month, had so fallen out of love with cooking that 18 months ago he was working as a meeter and greeter for Abercrombie & Fitch. SCENE reports on how he got his second wind. Words by Jo Fraser
Frederick Forster has the look of an incredulous comeback kid. “I feel invigorated again,” he says, perched in the reception of restaurant Nuovo in Buckhurst Hill, a framed picture of his victory at the Craft Guild of Chefs’ National Chef of the Year 2011 hung beside him. “Sometimes people peak, go down, then they peak again. I feel like I’ve got a second wind and winning this title affirms that.” To many, Forster’s victory at the prestigious National Chef of the Year finals in early October was nothing out of the ordinary. A former head chef at the Ritz, and the thirdplaced finalist in 2010’s competition, his triumph could seem like a natural progression for an individual with such pedigree. “I just had the feeling when I entered that this would be my year,” he says, sat upright in Nuovo’s reception. “I had done a lot of planning, had some good advice from people I really respect. I thought I really must be in with a shot.” Built like a sprinter and with a Colin Jackson-esque eloquence, Forster could well be a poster boy for UK chefs. In fact, just 18 months ago the 36-year-old was leaning more on his looks than his cooking skill, filling in as one of the honed hunks at clothes shop, Abercrombie & Fitch, after falling out of love with cooking. However, when talking about his title, his self-belief seems somehow refreshed. When the winner was announced at the event, Forster’s success appeared somehow preordained. Positioned in the centre of the stage, with all eyes set on him, it wasn’t until the compere uttered the words “If anyone lives up to the adage ‘if at first you don’t succeed try, try, try again’ it’s this chef,” that his face cracked and his hands clasped his forehead in disbelief.
Forster’s victory represents a remarkable turnaround for someone who was giving serious consideration to quitting cooking all together not so long ago. Up until then, his career had been an accolade-laden rise through Michelinstarred kitchens. After graduating from Westminster Kingsway College, he went straight to work for Raymond Blanc at Le Manoir Aux Quat’Saisons. Amongst his earlier career he also worked abroad - at the Sandy Lane Hotel in Barbados and Le Royal Mirage Hotel, Dubai. He returned to spend four years in a career-high role as head chef at the Ritz and the end of his time there coincided with doubts creeping into his mind: “When I left the Ritz I didn’t really know what I wanted to do. I felt I had gone as far as I could go in fine-dining and didn’t know if I wanted to go back.”
After some time out of the industry, it was clear where Frederick’s strengths and passions lay. He went back to cooking and after a year’s stint in Hornchurch, the owners of Nuovo persuaded him to come on board and help transform their Buckhurst Hill restaurant with a line-up of more upmarket British dishes. Forster’s specials board, - featuring the likes of his winning scallop dish and roast partridge, sits amongst Nuovo’s Italian influenced pizza and pasta offering. Both he and the owners know the direction they want to take the restaurant - maintaining some of the Italian vibe but introducing more upmarket British Brasserie food. Frederick seems happy pursuing a steady life in the provinces, away from the Michelin-starred mayhem he spent so much of his earlier career in, and is looking forward to launching his new Brasserie style menu at “Fredericks” at Nuovo, Buckhurst Hill in January 2012. One thing is for certain; he’s adamant that he’s not going to let this second wind blow out. “I feel physically and mentally stronger than I did when I was 22,” he says. “There’s a lot to come from me.”
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RGB wins retailer of the year for the second year in a row!!
off. After winning the AAA Award 2010-11, ERT Award 2010, IER (Independent Electrical retailer) award 2011-12, RGB now added the ERT Award 2011 to their collection of awards within the last year.
As RGB are named Best Retailer of the year 2011, becoming the first company in the history of the ERT awards to win it 2 years in a row! Multi awarding winning Essex based company RGB won their 4th National award. The ERT award is the most prestigious award known in the electrical industry. The ERT Awards 2011 took place in London on the 7th of November, with retailers and manufacturers from all over the UK coming together to celebrate excellence and outstanding achievements in the electrical retailing sector. After a record number of entries to the awards, the event, which was held at the prestigious Commonwealth Club venue in central London, was a complete sell-out. Thousands of entries nationwide were filtered down to three finalists. The ceremony was co-hosted by ERT’s Editor, Sean Hannam, and Managing Editor, Andrew Davies. Paul Clarke, Field Sales Manager from LG, stepped up to the stage and revealed that RGB had once again won the award and presented the trophy to Jason and Dennis Digwa. RGB fought off stiff competition to win the “Best retailer of the year 2011”. “To win the award last year was an amazing achievement however to retain the award for the second year is a true accolade” said Dennis Digwa. Many retailers approached the Essex Boys, Jason and Dennis Digwa, to congratulate them on the award. The ERT award was based on many aspects including mystery shoppers, quality and quantity of products on display and ready for demonstration. RGB now also offer home appliances from washing machines to integrated ovens and cookers and with their new price promise gives then the edge in a competitive industry. The prestigious ERT award, described by RGB director, Jason Digwa, as “the Ultimate Electrical industry award” was a great achievement for RGB and shows by continually investing in their stores and customer service, it has paid 64 SCENE
The family oriented business prides itself on great service and amazing offers in the field of electrical retail for over two decades. These qualities have seen the business expand, increasing its turnover four fold since 2000 and now winning another national recognition of the highest form. RGB’s buying power allows them to market exclusive deals which other Electrical retailers cannot offer. “Our commitment is based on two long-term objectives that shape everything we do here at RGB: delivering an outstanding service, that meets the needs of our customers, and delivering exceptional value.” The showroom was designed with the customer’s ease of purchasing in mind, boasting a dedicated Demo Room, numerous lifestyle interactive zones and fully operational products on display. All staff are manufacturer trained, therefore having the abilities to showcasing the full features and benefits of all the available products. “We wanted to create an electrical store that would stand out from the crowd. A store that would personify what a true customer experience is all about. We hope our store shows that we are not afraid to invest in what we truly believe in”. said Jason Digwa, Director. RGB have recently celebrated their 21st Birthday on the 26th November with amazing offers such as an American fridge freezer for only £449, a LG 50” Plasma for £399 and a Samsung 40” LED for only £399. Customers queued from the early hours to grab these plus many more amazing bargains. We asked Dennis Digwa if you had to buy a TV which one would you buy? “There are many offers available at the moment such as the Sony & Samsung cash back and discounted home cinema packages. Personally the Sony KDL55HX923 with a free PS3, 5 year warranty for £2149 is one I am keeping an eye on. However, I would always advise anyone to come and visit the store to choose which TV suits you”.
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With the recent volatile markets, a lot of my clients have been asking me how they should be structuring their portfolios. With the global economy seemingly teetering on the brink, the adage of having a balanced portfolio has never been as relevant. If we take a look back at how various asset classes have fared both before the global crisis in 2008 and the period afterwards, it’s all too clear that holding a balanced, diversified portfolio is a key factor in achieving your long term investment objectives.
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During 2008, UK equities (measured by the FTSE All Share index) were at the bottom of the league table versus other investments, losing ~30% over the calendar year. Yet in 2009, as investors’ confidence buoyed on the back of a more stable economic environment, they led the way, reversing all those losses with a gain of ~30% over the following 12 month period. But is it just these so-called riskier assets that suffer such extremes? Definitely not. If we take UK gilts a similar, yet opposite, pattern emerges. As investors sold off equities in 2008, the demand for, and consequently the price of gilts rose to record levels, making it the strongest performing asset class of the year, returning over 13% over the year. Yet as those conditions flipped, gilts lost ~1% over the next 12 months. The message is clear: no single asset class performs consistently well. The uncertainty that is gripping global markets is likely to be here to stay, at least for the foreseeable future. As the bailout discussions in Europe have shown, there is no quick or simple fix. The best way to avoid these boom-and-bust cycles is to make objective investment decisions – spread your money across a selection of asset types, countries and sectors and your investments stand a better chance of achieving more consistent returns. If you would like to receive a free weekly investment bulletin from John, email john.klipp@sjpp.co.uk
Spencer Munson Lettings is offering a £100 reward for the successful introduction of a new Landlord. Terms & conditions apply which are all explained on the voucher that can be picked up in either their Loughton or South Woodford branch. Spencer Munson Lettings have many Tenants just waiting for the right home and hope that the referral scheme will encourage members of the public to get in touch who know someone who is looking to let their property. Spencer said, “Sometimes you can be a victim of your own success! We have let so many properties recently that demand is outnumbering supply, and we are really keen to welcome new Landlords onto our books and provide them with our unparalleled levels of service”. So if you know someone who is thinking about renting out their home, pick up a voucher from one of Spencer Munson Lettings’ branches and if the recommendation becomes a successful let you will find yourself £100 better off! Always handy, but especially at this time of year! If you want peace of mind that you’re doing the right thing recommending Spencer Munson Lettings, just take a look at the Testimonials Page on their website – www.spencermunson.co.uk For more information on Spencer Munson Lettings contact Spencer Munson, or one of his team in the South Woodford branch on 020 8989 3331. For the Loughton team, call 020 8502 2222. www.spencermunson.co.uk
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Scene Marty Thornton is the iconic and flamboyant pop artist who is fast gaining notoriety with his latest collection at the Whitebull Brasserie in Loughton, Essex called Loubies, Lips & Lashes. A blingtastic homage to Essex in itself and its patrons; the collection is very rock and roll with its arresting use of glitter, crystal and colour. Illustriously tacky and shamefully excessive, the collection has already been snapped up by the girls from TOWIE and Rochelle from the Saturdays. Well heeled in the industry, Marty is not short on humour, which has come with such varied experience, and his artwork proves it. His comedy, good nature and passion, not to mention that gravelly East End drawl, has got Scene hooked....
Words by Louise Prew What’s Loubies, Lips & Lashes all about? Well, while drinking cocktails at Whitebull, I was inspired by the glamour of the women, so I created a collection of pictures especially for the girls. They’re unique one off pieces designed just for Whitebull. I think I’ve captured the essence of Essex. But I tell you what, when I was invited by Lee Whitelock to showcase my work - nothing prepared me for how glamorous the Essex girls are! If they ever decided to go au naturel, the eyelash and cosmetic industry would crash! Your work is beautifully childlike, is that intentional? Absolutely. I’m self-taught, the technical skills are there but I choose not to use them. I’m definitely Marmite, you either love me or you hate me but I’m done with the technical stuff now. I used to work with Barbara Hulanicki of Biba and I interior-designed her shop. From the stripes we used in there on the flooring -everything had to be perfectly precise and symmetrical so that’s when those skills came into play. But no, I prefer my stuff to look flawed; the wonkiness is the charm of it.
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This particular collection is tacky but brilliant... Yes! Definitely! That’s what its about. I did some pieces of Marilyn Monroe and Liza Minelli and I cut up Louis Vuitton bags and used the fabrics and the monograms to give it a twist. It’s a statement and it just works. That’s my style all over. Who or what inspires your work? The master, Andy Warhol. But you know what? Everything inspires me, my partner, my friends... Regards the collection, I think I’ve found my spiritual home in Essex. I get it. It’s the gypsy in me that loves the sparkle! (Marty has a Romany Gypsy background). How do your days flow? I never have a plan. I wake up and thank the universe for being a part of it. I open up my emails and see where the day takes me. Last week I was being filmed at my Soho exhibition and at a dinner with Grayson Perry (winner of the Turner prize). This week I have been asked to do a show in Paris – The Parisians love Pop Art. Another company has asked me to design some furniture and some fabric. Each day is different. Who knows what’s next. I just love the diversity of it all. Describe your environment when you’re working on a piece... I’ve got a full-on art studio. Every tool, every spray, canvasses, brushes, glue, you name it, I’ve got it...I have the radio on ‘cause I like a bit of everything. Someone pops by with a bottle and you know, I welcome constructive criticism, it keeps the inspiration fresh, so if one of my friends say something isn’t working I listen to them. How do you manage yourself? I work with two London galleries and I have four dealers who work with me. That keeps me busy as we have shows from Soho to New York. Will Ramsay (founder of Wills Art House in Putney which showcases affordable, contemporary art) collects my work and that’s inspiring for me because I want my work to be affordable as well
as high end. How long does it take to work on a piece? It varies. Something can take me an hour but it’s taken me fifty years to get it right. The stars that have bought your work are pretty avant-garde. Is that your typical customer? Yeah. I used to design jewellery for the ultra hip and celebrity coveted Voyage. Big beautiful statement rings and necklaces – the ones that you can get ten a penny now but back then they were new and very different. It was a majorly exclusive shop and you had to ring the doorbell to get in. Anyway, Madonna used to come in and she used to buy my stuff. What did she buy? I did these mad Cameo pieces, a massive necklace and a ring with Diana Dors as the siren centrepiece. She bought the whole set in Bazooka Jo Bubblegum boxes. Its funny ‘cause when she did that film with Warren Beatty (Dick Tracy, 1990), she went to the première dressed exactly like Diana Dors in that Cameo piece, I think she bought it for inspiration. That must have been a buzz It does give you a buzz but it doesn’t pay your bills if they’re not willing to pay full whack! So her people asked if she could have it for free, what did you say? Well, what do you think darlin?! What’s up in 2012? I want to go back to 3D. I like to keep my style evolving. Who knows, like I say, I just open up my emails and see where the day takes me. In my bathroom I’ve got a picture drawn by an East End graffiti artist, it says: “I don’t know what I am doing, but I am having fun doing it!” That sums me up really!
For more information visit the website: www.martythorntonart.com
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