SPRING/SUMMER 2010
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Editor’s note
Welcome Spring has sprung and Summer days are upon us. Here at Royal Victoria Place magazine, we’re feeling seriously inspired. Sombre shades are out and the fashion rails at the Centre are full of new collections just waiting for us to try them on
So, in this issue we’re taking a look at some of Spring/ Summer 2010’s hottest looks. For the ladies, it’s pretty blooms, nautical stripes and candy colours guaranteed to make you smile. For the gents, double denim, short cuts and lots of linen make the must-have list. Booked a few weeks in the sun yet or are you staycationing? Don’t start packing until you’ve checked out our carefully chosen holiday essentials, including a few celeb-style sunnies. Love shoes? Well, we have a dream competition for you. Royal Victoria Place magazine has teamed up with Office to offer you the chance to win a pair of shoes every month for a year. It’s a fabulous prize worth nearly £1,000. Plus, we take a spin in the new Alfa Romeo MiTo, identify some of the cutest fashion trends for kids, get adventurous with eyeshadows and find our very own chocolate factory just down the road. Remember, if you want to stay up-to-date with what’s going on in the Centre, simply visit us online at westfield.com/rvp and sign up to our latest email newsletter. Enjoy!
Melissa Woodland Editor
Published by Advertising Director - Sharon Lacey sharon@magazinepeople.co.uk Editor - Melissa Woodland melissa@magazinepeople.co.uk Designer - Claire Hawkes claire.hawkes@scw.uk.com
Royal Victoria Place
Marketing & PR - Marc Burchett marc.burchett@westfield-uk.com All prices and information correct at time of publication
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Contents
Contents 6
ROYAL VICTORIA PLACE NEWS
The latest from the Centre
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FLORALS PICK OF THE BUNCH
Blooming gorgeous fashion
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ALL AT SEA
Must-have nautical style
ONE SCOOP OR TWO?
The season’s prettiest pastels
IN THE SHADE
Essential eyewear for Summer
LIFE’S A BEACH
Get ready for your days in the sun
ONE LOOK, THREE BUDGETS
The jacket that goes with everything
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SHORT CUTS
Summer suiting and laidback beachwear
AT YOUR SERVICE
Royal Victoria Place gets to work
CENTRE A TO Z
Where to find your favourite stores
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COMPETITION
Win a new pair of shoes every month for a year
ON THE DRESSING TABLE
The best beauty buys
IT’S PLAYTIME
Junior style and toys for your little ones
EDITOR’S PICKS
Cupcakes, Macs and weekenders
THE MULTIAIR MITO
We roadtest the mighty little Alfa
A FACTORY FIT FOR CHARLIE
The Queen’s chocolatiers at work in TW
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RVP
News Recent
With scores of outlets in Royal Victoria Place it’s important you’re kept up to date with what’s happening in the Centre, which is why we’ve been keeping our ear to the ground. New stores, great products, forthcoming events; it’s all here to make sure you don’t miss a thing
ARRIVALS
WELL LABELLED
The Centre has opened its doors to a brace
Fenwick has expanded its
of new fashion retailers. Topman and
fashion portfolio with a
Topshop are now established in the Centre,
number of new labels arriving
offering the latest Summer styles, shoes
at the department store.
and accessories on level 1. Across the mall,
In Contemporary women’s
opposite Boots, Superdry has raised its
fashion Marilyn Moore, Maison
shutters to show its own brand of labelled
Scotch and “I love my T’s”
apparel. Be sure to check out their pretty
are now available, while Nice
sundresses mixed in amongst the slogan
Things and Jackpot (pictured)
hoodies and T-shirts.
have moved into Ladies
Danish jewellery retailer Pandora has moved in next to Republic. Their
Lifestyle. Pieces from the latest collections by Guess
delightful charm bracelets are the
and Chilli Pepper are in
year’s must-have accessory and they’re
stock in Young Fashion, while
entirely customisable.
Menswear welcomes classics
And, just in time for the warmer weather, there’s an exciting new
style from Lyle & Scott and
Fred Perry.
kiosk opened in the Food Court. Chilltime blend real chocolate bars into milkshakes and you can choose from over 1,000 flavours.
Sunday 20 June
FATHER’S DAY
Treat Dad to the perfect pres ent for the man who has everything, a Westfield Gift Card, and he can find something he loves in one of the 90 plus stores within the Centre.
Meet Dora the Explorer and Sponge Bob Squarepants at the Westfield Kids Club Summer events. See westfi eld.com/rvp for more details.
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RVP News Friday 16 & Saturday 17
Buyers
April
FASHIONFEST’10 LIVE
CATW
ALK SHOWS See the latest fashion and beauty looks for Spr ing/Summer 2010 at Royal Victoria Place. Show times: 11am, 12p m, 1pm. 2.30pm, 3.30pm & 4.30pm, Foo d Court Terrace, level 1.
REPORT What we should be wearing. Michele Hughes – Contemporary
4 – 15 May
BABY & TODDLER OF YEAR COMPETITION THE
If your tot is pretty as a picture, come along to the Baby Photo Studio located on level 2 outsid e Boots. Entry is free and there are £500 worth of Westfield Gift Cards to be won.
What’s
IN THE BAG?
and Lifestyle Buyer, Fenwick.
IS “Spring/Summer 2010 offers a MMER THE SU K N A B variety of styles for us to try. ITH D RICH W AY 3 AN E (M S Nautical is the big theme for Y HOLIDA T 30) AND TH S U Spring. Navy stripes are seen 31, AUG RE IS OPEN T A H CENT on jersey tops, t-shirt dresses T R 5PM FO ONAL – M A 0 1 and knits. Wear with denim or AS TIAL SE ESSEN G IN P leggings and bright accessories. SHOP (See page 10 for more ideas). Boyfriend blazers are back
Trainee teacher Jenny Marlio, 22, is back home in TW for a job interview.
for another season – a slightly
She popped into Royal Victoria Place for a little retail therapy.
oversized jacket worn with sleeves rolled up is a simple way to look
“I live in Southampton at the moment, so it’s nice to be back in Tunbridge Wells. I’ve bought a jumper and these gorgeous shoes in Topshop, but
chic and be the height of fashion. The Utility to Military look has a
I’m also going to restock my Mac cosmetics collection (you can’t get it
feminine touch this time around.
everywhere). I love that there are so many new shops since I was last here.
Jackets and trousers in fluid
I’m going to Superdry in a minute!”
shapes with metallic detail and gold trim keep the style sharp. For highReiss @ Fenwick
Summer pastel floral prints, ruffles and frills are making a comeback, creating a softer silhouette. The Denim vs. Slouch Pant debate continues. Denim remains a very strong look, worn skinny with zips cut at the ankle or boyfriend jeans worn with abrasions and tears. But comfort rules in a pair of rolled up slouch pants or turned-up chinos. And if you buy one thing this season, make it a shirt dress. This statement piece is a must have for every wardrobe.”
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Rhinestone necklace £100, Freedom @ Topshop
Collybrooke dress £299, Hobbs
Multi Firefly Maxi Dress £70, Monsoon Corsage bib £35, Wallis @ Bhs
women’sfashion With flowers blooming indoors and out, we take a look at how to wear the season’s prettiest prints
Leather jacket £120, Silk printed top £22, twill trousers £22, all at Bhs
Halterneck maxi dress £79, M & S
Ring £7.50, M & S
S
ome blossoms appear to have been freshly picked, then lightly scattered
over the fabrics. Others are bold Stripe scoop neck top £25, satin washed skinny jeans £38, oval plastic sunglasses £8, all at Jane Norman
Garden of Eden dress £45, Great Plains @ Fenwick
Skirt £21.99, River Island
and abstract, with a strong, modern edge. One thing is for sure; florals are big this Summer. From knee-length fitted dresses that wouldn’t look out of place on Wisteria Lane (Monsoon, Wallis @ Bhs, Fenwick) to denim cut-offs with
Vest £19.99, Republic
a delicate print lining (£25 Jane Norman), flowery prints provide Blossom Dress £180, Monsoon
an update for what you already have in your wardrobe. But the latest bunch of floral pieces does not have to mean
Shorts £25, Jane Norman
‘girlie’. Team an abstract print with distressed denims or throw a biker-style leather jacket on
Tunic £25, Bhs
over a blossom print vest top to keep the look contemporary rather than cute. Gorgeous patterns like these
Bunch Bracelet £15, M&S
Cuff £15, Next
mean we’re happy to be led down the garden path. RVP
Florals
Pickof the
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Pendant £45, Scarf £35, Cardigan £69, Vest £29, Belt £39, Stripe jeans £79, Soft knot sandal £139, all at Hobbs
All
At Sea Seafaring style has dropped anchor at Royal Victoria Place. It’s time to walk the gang plank into a sea of red, white and navy
Stripe bow top £20, White jeans £22, both Bhs Blue Belle bow earrings £4, Accessorize
Red stripe T shirt £35, Hobbs
Stripe ruffle sleeve T shirt £40, French Connection Necklace £8, Next
Ruffle front spot blouse £59, textured bangle £15, Ivory trousers £69 all at Elvi
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Nautical wedges £18, Next
Seymour trousers £119, Hobbs
Blue Belle bracelet £8, Accessorize Beloved Rose £70, Office
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women’sfashion
t’s a look that, like the tide, comes in and out on a regular basis. This Spring/Summer Nautical fashion
Necklace
is right on trend and the Centre is £19.99, awash with stripes. Primary colours are the pick
River Island
of the day, with brass button
Stripy sailor bag £22, Accessorize
detailing reinforcing the style.
Team wide leg sailor trousers in navy (£119 Hobbs) or white (£59 Autograph @ M&S) with wedge heels (£18 Next) to see you through Spring. In Summer, hems get a little higher with smart city shorts (£25 Wallis @ Bhs). And for your top half? Don’t be put off by the old idea that horizontal stripes make you appear wider. It’s a myth! So, experiment with navy or red stripe tops (try Republic, Hobbs and French Connection) until you find one that suits. Alternatively, pick a sweetly striped sundress (from £34.99, Superdry) for a really laid back look. If you don’t want to go head-to-toe with
City shorts £25, Wallis @ Bhs
sailor style, invest in a short, fitted blazer in blue and white (£35 Next) to wear with your favourite jeans. It’s an easy wardrobe update and will keep out any unseasonal chills. Footwear is your chance to add a splash of vivid red. During the day, team crimson leather sandals (£34.99 River Island) with fitted shorts and cap-sleeve tees. If you’re sporting the look in the evening, though, towering heels in scarlet (£70 Office) are seriously eye-catching peeking out from
, hirt £20 ow T-S B e ip , tr S s £50 n Jean Papillo @ s in la Great P k Fenwic Wide leg trousers £59, Autograph @ M&S
those wide trouser hems.
Blazer £40, Striped top £20, linen blend trousers £25, bag £22, necklace £18, Bhs
Still not convinced on the stripe front? Try spots (£59 Elvi). Or just stick to block colours and add in pattern via your accessories. From beach bags to blue bow earrings (£22/£4 Accessorize), the little touches will really accentuate the trend. Finally, where would nautical fashion be without the ubiquitous anchor? Pick a necklace or bracelet adorned with tiny boating memorabilia (Next, River Island, Accessorize) to complete your sartorial trip to the sea. All aboard! RVP Blue meadow dress £34.99, Superdry
Red sandals £34.99, River Island
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One scoop
Cream skirt £95, Reiss @ Fenwick
Meadow crop top £25, Topshop
women’sfashion
I two?
or
t’s a look that really can be tailored to suit you. Demure and feminine or tough and edgy, the
Jumper dress £120, Reiss @ Fenwick
delicate palette of muted tones can be mixed and matched
to create your own style. While head-to-toe putty
Pistachio, vanilla, strawberry, butterscotch, milk chocolate; they might be ice cream flavours, but they also make up this season’s hottest colour trend
Lace dress £30, studded bag £12, quilted pumps £20, all at Jane Norman
shades may seem a little tricky to pull off, as the weather gets warmer, Neapolitan colours become more appealing. Instantly Summery, these buttery shades are much more forgiving than pure white. ➤ Rainmac £149, top £69, shorts £69, bangle £49, shoes £189, all at Hobbs
Meadow blouse £40, Topshop
Dress £25, Scarf £25, Bag £25, Lace waistcoat £35, all Warehouse @ Fenwick
Khaki chin o £32.50, cott on shirt £32.50 , pocket tee £10, Pierre Har dy wedges £6 5, all at Gap
Beige trench £70, Wallis @ Bhs
Miribel £65, Kurt Geiger @ Fenwick
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Sandal £75, Faith
Striped knitted vest £35, linen trousers £60, both Great Plains @ Fenwick
women’sfashion The delicacy of the colour range also gives you the opportunity to really play with
Belted mac £65, Next
cut and texture. The hard, modern edge of streamlined, creamy leather jacket (try French Connection), for example, contrasts beautifully with the diaphanous qualities of a blush chiffon blouse or a lace vest (Topshop and Republic). For a simpler, urban look, try a jersey dress in a pastel shade. Keep it from
Laila leather jacket £350, French Connection
looking too casual with a pair of laced-up wedges and a statement handbag (Gap). And if you’re not sure this trend is going to work for you, look no further than the classic mac (Bhs, Next, Fenwick). It’s
Biker jacket £130, chiffon dress £49.99, biker boots £74.99, all at River Island
an investment piece that will see you through Spring and Summer for years to come. Be brave and embrace the
One shoulder dress £70, bag £45, both Warehouse @ Fenwick
pastel trend. It’s anything but beige. RVP
Vest £16.99, Republic
Bag £85, Topshop Grey sweatshirt dress £39.50, hobo bag £89.50, Pierre Hardy wedges £65, all at Gap
Cardigan £80, Top £80, Jeans £80, all Betty Barclay @ Fenwick
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Abrianna flats £34, Faith
Shade IN THE
Lad ies Boo (top t o bo ts / £1 tto Sun glas 2, Jane m): £ 24 s Hu N t / £ orman 9, Prad 179 a@ Men , Ch / £27, Boo Sungla ane s (r t ight l@ s / £1 Sun s / £13 s Hut – to 55 / 9, M glas Bur , Prada p to b iu M £27, s H otto ber ut iu @ ry @ Linea m ) : £ Ro Sun glas ssa @ 199, R ay Su s Hu t / £ nglass Ban @ 12, Nex Hut / £ Sungla t s 22, Boo s Hut / ts / £16 £22 Bo 5, ots
Sunglasses As they form an essential part of your Summer survival kit, we take a look through the latest sunglasses. For the boys, classic aviators and wayfarers. For the girls, Jackie O frames and coloured lenses. So go and try on a different pair. You might just like the rose-tinted view
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Snakeskin cuff £10, Accessorize
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Life’sa Beach Whether you’re hoping to catch some rays in your back garden or travelling further afield, you’ll need to have a few essentials with you. Luckily, we’re on hand to help get you ready for your days in the sun
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Spotty halterneck swimsuit £20 Boots
Ice cream earrings £6, Freedom at Topshop Soltan Once 50+ SPF from £13.29, Boots
Books from a selection at WHSmith
Polkadot bikini top £8, bottoms £10, both Bhs
Neneh shorts £32, Topshop
Woven tote bag £34.99, River Island
Hat £12, Fashion Targets Breast Cancer @ M & S
Lunar bikini £32, briefs £22, Freya Swim @ Fenwick
Cowboy hat £12, Jane Norman
Holidays Natuical swimsuit £28 Accessorize
Beaded flip flops £10, Boots
White Kaftan £16, Boots
Seashell necklace £14, Freedom at Topshop Supernova underwired bandeau suit £46, Freya Swim @ Fenwick
Carnival bikini top £28, string bottoms £23, Moontide @ Fenwick
Travel Iron £16.99 Boots
Cover-up £25, Topshop Jewelled sandals £45, Autograph @ M&S
Gold trim bikini £24 Jane Norman
Sundance dress £49.99, Superdry
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Bikini top £12, bottoms £18, bag £15, M & S
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Cut-out lace up heels £35, Jane Norman
One look
Three Budgets
We carry the hope of an Indian Summer every year, but sadly the British weather often disappoints. That leaves us with a dilemma. We want to embrace lighter fabrics, delicate straps and shorter hem lines, but once the sun goes down, we yearn for our Winter coats! But do not despair. We have the perfect, stylish evening warmers to suit your purse. Take your pick Meadow Slip £50, from one of this year’s dusky Topshop grey leather jackets
SAVE SAVE – This suede bomber jacket adds a little texture to your outfit. £50, Select.
Women’s Fashion
Wear with… The beauty of grey is its versatility. It tempers bright colours, invigorates black and compliments soft pastels. Such is its potential, it’s a shame to limit it to just one look. Nevertheless, we recommend pairing it with a delicate, floaty dress or cut-off jeans and a pair of fabulous heels like these lattice-cut sandals from Jane Norman.
Techno Traveller shorts £32, Topshop
Spoil
SPEND – We love the quilted detail on this pale grey biker jacket. £100, Monsoon.
D N E P S
SPOIL – Waterfall jackets are the look of the season. The draping front of this Limited Collection jacket is instantly elegant. £150, M & S.
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Men’s Fashion
Short
Stories Right chaps, it’s getting warmer outside and that means you might have to consider alternating your favourite jeans with something different Lucky for you, there is no shortage of
Polo shirt £34.99, Superdry
options when it comes to shorts. From casual cargos, perfect for laidback weekends, to white linen, ideal for a day by the river or a BBQ with friends, to versatile swim shorts, just right for a trip to the beach, wherever you’re going, there’s a pair for you. Keep your
Machine Gun stretch shorts £45, French Connection
Cotton T-shirt £3.50, linen jacket £99, seersucker shorts £25, canvas espadrilles £12, all at M & S Jacket £29.99, shorts £19.99, both Republic
look casual with a bright T-shirt or dress them up a bit with a linen shirt or lightweight blazer. ➤
Coral scoop jumper £19.99, Sloppy crew tee £9.99, Princes red shorts £21.99, Zorza white brogues £44.99, all at River Island
Striped T-shirt £25, French Connection
Polo shirt £34.99, Superdry
Classic Panama £45, Papertouch military mac £79, shirt £25, watch £29.50, linen shorts £25, leather holdall £59.50, all at M & S
Polo shirt £24.99, Republic
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Men’s Fashion 1. 2. T-shirt £10, Bhs
1. Polo £50, Fred Perry @ Fenwick 2. Zip Cardigan £20, T-Shirt £10, cargo shorts £25, all at Bhs
Washbasket shorts £44.99, Superdry
Well
Suited
Silk Linen Jacket £99 Polka Dot Shirt £25, M&S
Give your pinstripe three-piece a rest and opt for a classy linen jacket to see you through Summer. Wear with jeans at the weekend and cream chinos for those smartcasual days at the office ➤
Jenson check shirt £24.99, Faschino pants £29.99, Ticking scarf £7.99, Plaited belt £16.99, Tan gladiator £24.99, all at River Island
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Up
Vintage straight jeans £36 Topman
Doubling
Men’s Fashion
1.
It’s back. Double Denim has returned to our shores and everyone’s trying it.
Skinny twister jeans £40 Topman
If you didn’t wear it first time Light torch jeans £65, French Connection
round (in the Eighties), there’s only really one rule. Your two pieces of denim must not be the same colour blue! We suggest playing with different weight fabrics and even different colours to ensure the look is modern rather than retro. If you really don’t think that trend is for you, jeans
Denim look jersey biker £46 Topman
2.
remain the wardrobe staple they always were, whether you wear them with a shirt, a hoodie or even more denim. RVP
Black denim shirt £28 Topman
3.
Distressed jeans £32.50, yellow T-shirt £8.00, purple marl hoodie £ 55.00, all at Gap 1. Cream denim shorts £35, denim shirt £40, neckerchief £8, all at Topman 2. Denim Shirt Jacket £50, T-shirt £20, coated Raw Wash jeans £25, all at Next 3. Grey pocket cardigan £29.99, stripe T-shirt £14.99, linen crinkle scarf £7.99, jeans £34.99, Rosette shoes £54.99, shopper £99.99, all at River Island
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By Train Tunbridge Wells Train
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Station is well served by rail
A dedicated Parent Room helps
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you take care of your young ones’
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please contact either Arriva on
the Concierge desk located outside
the main routes are the A262 and
0871 2002233 or Stagecoach on
Bhs on Level 2.
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New shoes for a year
Summer is upon us and to celebrate Office is offering our readers the chance to win a WHOLE YEAR’s worth of OFFICE SHOES! 12 pairs over 12 months - a dream come true for any shoe junkie – and worth nearly £1,000 One lucky person can choose a pair of shoes every month, up to the value of £80, for twelve months. And Office’s collection is unconquerable this summer, covering every trend that’s hit the catwalk from tribal chic to glam rock. Spend summer nights in massive wedges in tan shades or go for comfort with the sports luxe trend that has reinvented sandals with a twist. Metal, gems, feathers and chains have vamped up the tribal styles which make any outfit stand out from the crowd. Or opt for the cute, flirty fashion of Boudoir that give your feet a romantic touch with ruffles and bows. View the entire collection on www.office.co.uk For your chance to win simply fill in the form below and send it to Royal Victoria Place / Office Competition The Magazine People, Studio Six, Sussex Mews, The Pantiles, Tunbridge Wells TN2 5QJ
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Dressing
Table
On the
The smoky look is over. Summer’s here and it’s time to lighten up. We’re got the inside track on the latest beauty treats
Face Off It’s time to step up your skin protection Even on overcast days, UV rays can damage the delicate skin on our face. We’ve looked at a few of the best foundations with built in SPF (Sun Protection Factor) available. They’ll keep your skin safe without adding time to your morning beauty routine. ■ Clinique’s Even Better Makeup is the
moisturiser, it revialises at the same
pore minimisers, you are left
one for you if your skin tone is patchy.
time. SPF15, from £30, Fenwick.
with fresh, glowing skin. Unlike
The lightweight foundation is designed
■ The latest trend in beauty is mineral
to reduce the appearance of irregular
make up, a more natural option which
couple of layers of this make up to
skin colour if you use it regularly, so
is designed to let your skin breathe.
create a more solid base. SPF15
you look better even without makeup.
Maybelline has launched a range of
It leaves your skin smooth and dewy,
mineral cosmetics, including the Pure
while protecting it from the sun.
Minerals Foundation. As it’s a powder,
anti-ageing range with the No7
SPF15, £20 for 30ml from Fenwick.
it’s lighter than a liquid foundation,
Lift and Luminate Foundation.
but still contains the recommended
Designed for more mature
sun protection and leaves skin looking
complexions, it contains
flawless. SPF15, £9.78, Boots.
ingredients that work together to
■ If your skin is looking a little dull,
Vitalumière liquid foundation from Chanel will give you a lift. It transforms tired skin into a radiant, youthful complexion and, as it’s also full of
■ Bobbi Brown’s Skin Foundation
is designed to look like your own skin rather than make up. With built in
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other foundations, you can apply a
£28 for 30ml, Fenwick. ■ Boots have added to their
firm, lift and tone the skin. SPF15 £15.50 for 30ml, Boots.
Health and Beauty
Nail it Blue is the season’s must-have nail colour. Finish your mani/pedi with sapphire, aqua or baby blue for a fresh look. Prefer something classic on your hands? Just perk up your toes with a braver shade. Nail polishes £2.50 each, Marks and Spencer.
A bit of ‘You Time’ Don’t forget to pop in to the newly opened Planet Skin in Ely Court. Treat yourself to an in-depth skin consultation, back and neck massage or brow shaping when you’re finished your shopping. Call 01892 524615 to book an appointment.
Awash with Colour It’s a perennial problem. We decide to
complementary eye shadows with a
be adventurous and buy some different
block of three lip and cheek colours.
eye make-up, but once we get it home,
The eye shadows feature one daring
we have no idea how to apply it.
colour and four more neutral shades
Bobbi Brown has come up with a solution that could solve your
that are sure to suit everyone. Compact £5, Eye Shadow Strips
cosmetic dilemma. The new Colour
£19, Pot Rouge Strip £16. Available
Strips Palette allows you to co-
in May and June at the Bobbi Brown
ordinate a panel of five
Counter, Fenwick.
Heaven Scent The latest fragrance from designer Marc Jacobs, Lola is an unashamedly flirtatious perfume, with base notes of vanilla and top notes including red grapefruit and pink peppercorns. It’s playful and floral, just right for the warmer weather. £45 for 50ml, Boots. RVP
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it’s
Playtime! SUMMER STYLE
JUST FOR KIDS Are your children under 12? Sign them up to the Westfield Kids Club at the Concierge desk located outside Bhs on Level 2 and they’ll receive a free goodie bag and Westfield
This season, trends in kids fashion echo grown-up looks.
Kids membership card.
Shipshape styling, pretty pastels and flower power fill the
Plus they’ll get event
rails. And even tiny tots are doing double denim.
newsletters and exclusive
White blouse £12.50, chambray trousers £7.00, denim jacket £22.00, denim dungarees £17.50, chambray dungarees £17.50, denim jacket £22.00, white dress £15.00, denim roll up jeans £15.00, denim pinafore £19.50, all at Gap Kids.
offers throughout the year. Make shopping a bit more fun for your little ones. They’ll love going from shop to shop when they get behind the wheel of one of our free Kiddy Cars. Just visit the
ower Flower P , 0 Cami £2 xican e M a d Fari Jill , 8 skirt £2 £8. s p o fl flip xicana Left: Me 2, all at 3 £ s s Dre n o Monso
Concierge desk with some ID to take one out. (Your child must be under 104cm (3’ 4”) and able to walk.
Ki free ds get a g when oodie ba West they jo g in field Kids .
Woven Romper and hat £16, M & S
above: Coral top £7, full woven skirt £14, both mini mode @ Boots / Gingham trousers £10, cream broderie top £10, hat £6, gingham swimsuit £10, all Molly and Jack @ Boots
Baby Rio Dress £26, Monsoon
Badged bomber jacket from £22, rugby shirt from £9, distressed jeans from £13, badged poloshirt from £9, turn-up jeans from £7, stripe hooded sweat top from £12, T-shirt (set of 3) from £10, shorts from £9, all at Next
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SAFE IN THE SUN Your children need more protection from the sun than you might think. We love these swimming costumes for kids up to age six. The equivalent of Factor 50+ sunscreen, the suit will keep most of your child covered up so they can play in the sun. mini mode @ Boots. For their arms, legs and face, Boot’s Waterplay sunscreen offers 50+ protection for six hours in the sun and three hours in the water, so you don’t have to reapply as often. £13.29, Boots. Keep the sun out of their eyes with a pair of kid-sized sunnies. Boys sunglasses £4, Girls sunglasses £6, both M & S.
CLOCKWATCHING Colourful cogs are assembled to make a fully functioning mechanical clock, complete with a swinging pendulum and shiny bell. Perfect for learning how to tell the time. £12.99
TEA, ANYONE?
GROW YOUR OWN These cute little watering cans come with one of a selection of pretty
We love these china mugs featuring our
flower seeds: Blue Daisy, Alyssum,
favourite Mr Men or Little Miss characters.
Forget-Me-Not, Pansy, along with
With twelve designs to choose from there’s
a plug of growing medium and full
one for everyone! £6.99
picture instructions. £3.99
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Royal Victoria Place Magazine
Editor’s
Picks The Centre is heaven for anyone who likes to shop. But with over 90 shops to choose from, it’s easy to overlook a few treasures. I’ve put together a few of my favourite looks, collections and must-have pieces to inspire you
Bow front dress £48, Next
Park Avenue Princess Think Charlotte
from Sex and
the City or Gossip Girl’s Blair Waldorf. The classic styling of Audrey Hepburn is back and I love it. The perfect look for lunch with the girls.
Ionie bag £139, Reiss @ Fenwick
Peeptoes £55, Faith
Fairy Cakes Spring Showers Cupcakes have taken over. M & S
A traditional Mac is a wardrobe staple
have the real thing – fresh vanilla
that no-one should be without. But if
sponges with pretty pink swirls of
you fancy taking a break from the usual
strawberry buttercream (£2.99 for 4),
beige number, try this turquoise one
while Paperchase have released a
on for size. The buckle detailing on the
charming collection of cupcake print
sleeves and collar make sure this is a
kitchen accessories. I’ve already
modern take on a classic look.
bought the tea towels and love the traditionally shaped cakestand. Tray £12.50, cakestand £25, garland £4, all at Paperchase. Cupcakes from a selection at M & S.
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Turquoise Mac £160, French Connection.
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Dressing Up There’s nothing like accessorising to lift an outfit from so-so to stellar. Beach-bound? Opt for delicate seashells and tropical motifs. Want to jazz up a work outfit? Pick up a floral statement piece to stand out from the crowd. Selection from Freedom @ Topshop
Weekender
This brown leather holdall is perfect for those lads’ weekends away. The trim and embossed motif make this bag a gents must-have.
Look out for our special activities at the Hippo Club! Allow your child to have fun while you shop and relax. Hippo Crèche is open Monday to Saturday 9-5 with qualified staff. Activities galore to entertain your little treasure. Book on 01892 518080.
Leather holdall £34.99, River Island
Are you returning to work and need childcare? We offer high quality care in our Baby,Toddler and Pre-school Rooms. All staff are qualified and we have a wide range of resources to help your child learn and develop to their full potential. Interested? Call Caron or Vikki on 01892 518080.
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Motors
MultiAir
T MiTo THE
Words: Dan Smith
he MiTo’s been around for a few years now and the fashionable supermini has been popular with everyone from style-conscious mums to boy racers. Now, though, Alfa will
be pitching their new ‘MultiAir’ line of engines to a more eco-friendly audience.
Alfa Romeos are more often noted for sharp styling and crisp handling rather than economy. However, the Italian marque now believes you can have your cake and eat it with the new Mito engine line-up
The engines, which are to be rolled out
across the entire Fiat group, are hightech pieces of kit which use electrohydraulically controlled inlet valves to boost economy whether the car is pootling around town or being given the beans on country roads. In fact, Alfa claims that in the case of its 1.4 litre FIRE turbocharged engine, MultiAir reduces CO2 emissions by over 10 per cent, increases power by 12.5 per cent and reduces fuel consumption by as much as 10 per cent. Whether you opt for one of the new engines, or go for the standard units, you’re onto a pretty decent car. Our test motor is the standard 1.4 Veloce, which produces 153bhp and sits on a set of rather tasty 17” alloy rims. The MiTo is also available in the entry level Turismo spec as well as the mid-range Lusso. Obviously the more you spend, the more toys you get although it’s pretty well kitted across the range for a car that can cost as little as £10,745. ➤
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Even the basic package comes with
The ‘DNA’ button (standing for
seven airbags and scores five stars (full
dynamic, normal and all-weather)
marks) on the Euro NCAP safety rating.
means you can switch between three
Overall Alfa have put together a
modes which vary the throttle response,
quality package; the whole range
suspension tightness and steering
comes with alloy wheels, CD player/
speed. We preferred ‘dynamic’ of
MP3 input plus electric windows and
course… I mean, why not?
locks all round. The car is only available
The idea of the MultiAir engines
with three doors though, apparently to
is that even using the more
emphasise its sporty features.
sporty settings you receive strong
Whizzing around the bottom of TW is
performance, while maintaining
a joy; the MiTo is an adept town car and
relatively healthy fuel consumption,
actually succeeds in drawing a few admiring
which must be a good thing.
looks from the odd passer by. Heading out
What Alfa has produced then, is
onto the A-roads, my right foot gets a bit
a great looking little car that drives
twitchy and the 150 Italian ponies (rather
excellently, is £2k cheaper than a
than horses) are more than happy to oblige;
MINI Cooper S and is a bit quirkier
this is genuinely a great fun car. The ride is
now that those MINI’s are everywhere.
good and the rigidity comes from the same
Plus with the new engines, this car is
chassis featured in the Fiat Grande Punto.
even more appealing. RVP
Verdict: The MiTo is a fun, runaround motor that would serve brilliantly as a second car to the family or as a first car for the youngster. Keep an eye out for the next in line 230bhp, 1750cc MiTo GTA set to hit Blighty later in the year.
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a factory
fitfor
Charlie T It’s a name synonymous around the world with decadent and luxurious chocolates, but did you know that Charbonnel et Walker’s delicious creations are made just a few minutes down the road?
Road, just around the corner from the entrance to the Royal Victoria Place car park, is the home to the factory that makes them. Spread over two floors, 55 chocolatiers produce an array of tempting treats. The top secret chocolate mixtures are melted and tempered to perfection and the molten nectar is deposited into moulds. Expert chocolatiers add a variety of flavours and centres including
he company, amongst the most
champagne, ganache, caramel and their newest
respected in chocolate making,
confection, banoffee. They are then decorated by hand,
was created at the request of King
cooled and placed into boxes before being sent around
Edward VII (who was then Prince of
the country and the world.
Wales) in 1875. His granddaughter,
Production at Tunbridge Wells started in the 1970s.
our current monarch, still enjoys
We’re close enough to the company’s flagship Old Bond
her grandpa’s arrangement
Street store and the other major sales points at Harrods
maintaining Charbonnel’s Royal
and Selfridges to make sugary transportation smooth.
Warrant to the present day.
Aside from being the Queen’s chosen brand, the
chocs are sent all over the globe and are available to
Our own ‘Royal’ connection simply adds to the appeal for TW to be the home of royal chocolate-making. Who needs to go to Belgium to try truly delicious
the rest of us mere serfs via the departments stores
chocolates. Our favourites are made a good deal closer
like our very own Fenwick.
to home. RVP
But before reaching the finest taste buds of the world, they are lovingly created by hand. And where better for a Royal chocolate factory than a Royal town… Tunbridge Wells! Those chocolates become that much sweeter in the knowledge that Quarry
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