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Known around the world as the ‘Sport of Kings’, polo never fails to attract the great and good and for 2013 the Duke of Essex Grand Prix Polo is set to do just that. However for this year, the event is set to be very different as it looks to become bigger, bolder and better. For starters ownership of the event itself has changed. The King and Grand Prix Events recently acquired the Duke of Essex Polo from the previous owners and wasted no time in looking at how they could improve this much loved event. As their name suggests the new team bring with them a wealth of experience in hospitality from the world of motor racing and they have set themselves a goal of making the Duke of Essex Grand Prix Polo the finest polo event in the UK today. The Gaynes Park venue in Epping has been replaced by a purpose built polo arena at Hyland’s Park Estate in Chelmsford (home to the V Festival no less). The grounds of this beautiful Grade II listed building seem somehow more in keeping with the ‘Sport of Kings’. Gone is the single date and replaced by two….. Saturday 13th and Sunday 14th July. The weekend is set to be the best VIP and Family outing in Essex. The organizers are more than aware that the modern day spectacle of polo is as much about the social occasion as it is the sport itself, however it does not stop them looking to deliver a credible event that will attract
some of the world’s greatest players. “We’re looking at striking a genuine balance between ‘sporting event’ and ‘social occasion’ which is one of the reasons for moving to Hyland’s House. They offered to accommodate an arena and of course it does help that the venue is a truly stunning setting.” Hyland’s House is part of the Hyland’s Park Estate which covers an impressive 574 acres of Essex Countryside. Like many stately homes across the country the main house stood empty for a number of years and slowly slipped in to a state of disrepair until the current owners restored the Grade II listed Villa to its former glory. The popularity of the event, which is now in its eighth year, has already seen it firmly established as part of the British Social Season and the move to Hyland’s Park is expected to attract over 10,000 VIP’s and members of the public. For this year the main sporting arena will be surrounded by a wealth of entertainment including various VIP marquees, headline music acts, family fun activity and of course the sort of food and drink that would befit a royal guest or two … who knows who might attend! Once the polo’s finished for the day and the ponies are nicely tucked up on the hay, then the party really starts. The VIP enclosures will be transformed in to one
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off night spots with top club DJ’s and performances from current acts and legends alike, the perfect way to round off a true, top class sporting come social extravaganza. It’s well known that polo has never been known as an affordable pastime. However this year The Duke of Essex Polo Grand Prix will be doing its bit to open the sport up to the masses by offering reasonably priced family tickets alongside the stunning VIP packages that offer that extra ‘something special’. This year the VIP package tickets are split into three types, Silver, Gold and Black. Each of these tickets will give the holder entrance to the exclusive Paddock Club Enclosure from where the polo can be viewed from private decked areas during the day and from where the international music acts will perform in the evening. VIP ticket holders will have private buggy transportation to and from the main house, valet parking, access to the sun deck, private washroom and a complimentary barbecue that will run throughout the evening. For those wishing to go along for just the evening event there is of course a special dusk ticket which as the name suggests is from 5.00pm onwards and strictly for over 21’s only. It will include access to the Paddock Club Enclosure and access to the outside stage to see the live bands and international artists with DJ’s starting at 9.00pm and going through to the early hours.
THE FAMAILES - “Opening polo up to the masses is an important part of the event for us this year” which is why the organizers have decided to offer a reasonably priced £20 adult ticket, along with a £15 child ticket with under 12’s accessing for free. These tickets allow access to the Grand Prix Polo Village with its show jumping arena, Shetland pony ‘dinky derby’, the Essex Dog Shoe Display Team, Formula 1 simulator, shopping village and access to the fairground. A Gourmet Food Village will be partnered by a Champagne and The Grand Arena Bar so no one is expected to go hungry or even thirsty on the day. With Hyland’s Park positioned neatly in the very heart of Essex, getting there couldn’t be easier. As a country park, Hyland’s is unquestionably ‘Set for a King’ but for two days this Summer Hyland’s will undoubtedly be ‘Set for the sport of Kings’. The Duke of Essex Grand Prix Polo is set to be one the hottest tickets in town and advance ticket bookings are now available from:
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Editor Who went to We Are FSTVL? Taking place in none other than Essex’s very own Upminster, the dance festival of the decade came and landed on our door step. We had our wellies at the ready, rain macs to hand, and started to line our stomach’s a few days before. Visit our website for all the hot gossip! On May bank holiday, the RM team went to this year’s Essex Fashion week, held at the City Pavilion in Romford for the fashion event of the year. Once again, we had a great time looking at all of the hottest boutiques and designers that Essex has to offer, and we came away with some very interesting goodies. I’ll leave that to your imagination. Make sure you look at our top five camping tents and our reasons why festivals are in fact actually good for you. You can use this as your defence when people are commenting on the number of festivals that you’re attending this year. You’re welcome. Sarah Giggle talks exclusively to us about her fabulous lifestyle jet setting across the globe and DJing in some pretty awesome clubs, and psychic Alex Thornhill came in to the RM offices and gave the RM girls a reading each. Their verdicts were very good, and we had a few cynics among us so check her out. Us guys weren’t left out. We got treated by Menace Male Grooming to a luxury pampering session consisting of a haircut, wet shave, massage and a beer. Happy days.
Tony Wittridge Editorial Director
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Check out this month’s Horoscopes and gasp at some of our readers most funniest festival moments. 18
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Best gig/festival you have been to and why? Mine and my boyfriend’s first date was seeing The Chemical Brother’s. Now everytime I hear Hey Boy Hey Girl I just think of my boyfriend flaying his arms and legs around like a lunatic!
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Best gig/festival you have been to and why? The best gig I have ever been to has to be OASIS - Finsbury park back in 2002, what an event, the music, the atmosphere, I remember it like it was yesterday!
B rooke Warrington What would get you up at 4am to go to work? Erm... a full English fry up with all the trimmings would do the trick!
l a v i t s e f s k c a b h flas
Festivals wouldn’t be festivals without raving lunatics, and if you’ve never seen one, it’s probably you! From dodgy sunburns to vandalising everything and everyone, you tell us your funniest memories and weirdest festival moments.
“When I crashed a golf buggy, I casually blamed it on hippy vandals.” @itscoopeinnit
“I told a boy how bad his sunburn was for him to reply, ‘It’s a birth mark” @lrnflood
“I came back to my tent @RockNessFest and someone had parked a car in it.” @comedyray
“The lead singer from The View asked my friend “don’t you know who I am?” To which he replied “No...Do you like my wellies?” @Josh12Hodgson
“I helped some random lads tie their mate to a blow up bed and paint him!” @AimmJoee
“I was that revolting girl who peed in the middle of the crowd into a cup... standing next to my dad! He didn’t say anything, he was quite drunk!” Lydia, 22
“A cocky Essex bloke was walking round with “I am a massive c**k” sunburnt onto his back – I really don’t think he knew.” Lauren, 19
“I saw some lads at V Festival rip their shirts off and belly slide across the ground through all the mud, rain and grossness on the ground!” Cassie, 22
“In 2010, I did a roly poly into a guy knocked him over and that’s how the first major mosh pit at Plan B started at V!” Adam, 18
HEALTHfest! Yes, festivals can be good for you!
Portaloos and lack of showers aside, festivals can be good for your health – really! They can benefit the way you look and feel. Okay, you won’t come home after a weekend of camping at Reading looking like Rosie Huntington Whitely – we challenge even Rosie to do that! But check out the ways festivals can boost your body.
Mud
Glastonbury girls, relish in that mud! Naturally exfoliating and moisturising, mud will leave the skin soft and smooth. Just make sure it’s definitely mud when you leave it on your legs.
Sunlight
The sun will fuel you with an all-important dose of vitamin D. “These nutrients are needed to keep bones and teeth healthy,” say the NHS. “The vitamin is made by our body under the skin in reaction to summer sunlight.” It will also elevate your mood and raise energy levels, which means more raving!
Exercise
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Sociable
Studies have shown that being in a crowd can actually be good for us. When people gather for something they all enjoy, it creates a sense of community and understanding. Those who feel this shared identity frequently have less symptoms of ill health. Sign us up for next year!
Hair
Your hair probably needs a well-deserved break from electric tools and chemicalbased products. Leave it to bask in its natural oils, which coat the hair and protect it from outside damage. When these oils are washed away every day, the hair becomes weaker over time.
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Horoscopes Find out what Russell Grant has in store for you!
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Gemini (May 22nd - June 21st)
Love
Don’t be surprised when an old friend makes a pass at you. The two of you will make a fantastic couple, provided you’re willing to give each other lots of freedom.
New Talent The days surrounding the 8th are perfect for showing
off your creative work. You’ll find a receptive audience for your writing, acting, or musical talent. Your appeal isn’t only artistic.
Money
Money from an inheritance, refund, or legal settlement is awarded near the 23rd. Use this sum to buy something that makes your daily life much easier, like a car or computer.
Explore The desire to distinguish yourself from the crowd prompts you to go on a shopping spree in early June. Treat yourself to some eye catching clothes and accessories. Look for jobs related to childcare, hospitality, and catering.
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Cancer
(June 22nd - July 23rd) A lover will try to use sex as a weapon in mid-June; fortunately, the two of you will be able to resolve your argument in bed. It’s an utter mystery to innocent bystanders, but it works for you.
Leo
(July 24th - August 23rd) Joining a cultural, religious, or educational institution will widen your social circle in the first days of June. An exciting job offer will be made in the second half of June. If you rise to the occasion, you’ll be given a bigger and better job.
Virgo
(August 24th - September 23rd) A casual flirtation takes a serious turn around the 23rd. If you’re already in a relationship, head for a beautiful ancient city near the water.
Libra
(September 24th - October 23rd) If you want a high profile job, now is the time to apply for it. Schedule as many job interviews as possible in the days surrounding the 8th. Selling or buying property will go well around the 23rd.
Scorpio
Pisces
(October 24th - November 22nd)
(February 20th - March 20th)
If you’re single, you could meet someone special while vacationing abroad. The locals are deeply attracted to your particular brand of charm. It’s nice to be appreciated!
The 8th is wonderful for moving, selling property, or buying a home. Be sure to move like lightning if you get an offer or find a place you like; deliberating will undermine your profit margin.
Sagittarius
Aries
(November 23rd - December 21st)
(April 21st - May 21st)
Already have a partner? You’ll have a great time in a glittering city known for its nightlife. An engagement or wedding party spices up the days surrounding the 8th.
A break away from all that’s familiar and frustrating or checking out your prospects on the job market might be just what you need. As July approaches so your mood lifts everything starts to get easier.
Capricorn
Taurus
(December 22nd - January 20th)
(April 21st - May 21st)
Fame and acclaim will be yours on the 23rd, when word spreads of your incredible talent. You will meet some very influential people in your desired industry near this fateful day; be sure to get their contact information.
Working behind the scenes gives you a great deal of creative fulfillment in early June. Use your salary to buy some beautiful furniture and artwork for your home.
Aquarius
(January 21st - February 19th) A new job will be offered in the days surrounding the 7th. Not only will this position afford lots of emotional satisfaction, but it will be financially rewarding. Enter a contest, or submit your creative work for review.
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The MINI feels very much at home just about anywhere on the planet. And soon the world will also be the oyster of MINI drivers and their entourages. A sumptuously appointed caravan with two sleeping bays and a roof-top tent (also designed for two) in the classic John Cooper Works colour scheme, will whet the appetite for do-it-yourself summer holidays peppered with spur-of-the-moment detours along the way. As style-conscious globetrotters have long recognised, the MINI gets a warm welcome wherever it goes. And the MINI Countryman reaches the parts even its siblings hesitate to venture.
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The “Cowley” caravan, offers everything you need to pitch camp in comfort: two welcoming sleeping berths, a twin-burner gas-stove, a water tank with pump and dish-washing facility, a solar module to charge the on-board battery and a 230-volt power connection to supply the refrigerator, TV/DVD and hi-fi stereo system. The tent can be fitted easily to the roof of a MINI, MINI Clubman or MINI Countryman, and likewise offers sleeping space for two people. All of which makes those stressful last-minute searches for accommodation “so last holiday”. Having found a fittingly dreamy place to catch a stylish night’s shut-eye, it’s just a case of climbing up onto the roof of the MINI, lifting up the upper half of the roof-top
tent box and plumping your pillows ready for impact. The roof-top tent works a treat, whether the location for your beauty sleep is the English shires or the foothills of Kilimanjaro. Indeed, should you have chosen one of nature’s livelier spots to spend the night, the elevated sleeping position will keep passers-by from the animal world at arm’s length. The design of the roof-top tent box allows it to blend in seamlessly with the MINI when closed. Its lower shell is painted Midnight Black, the upper opening section in Chili Red – a combination previously the preserve of John Cooper Works models. Sytner Harold Wood MINI A12 Colchester Road, Harold Wood, RM3 0GX. Tel: 01708 332900
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ALEX THORNHILL Money, marriage, or maybe a baby; what’s on the cards for you? If you want to know what the future holds, allow Alex Thornhill to shed a little light onto your life. The Hornchurch based beauty is a psychic medium who reads tarot cards. Her parents realised she was different from other children when she started showing signs of being psychic at the age of four. It was only a matter of time before she picked up her first deck of cards and began doing readings for her friends and family. Word quickly spread about her talent, and she now reads for celebrities, as well as performing individual and group readings on a long list of clients. Her readings are designed to make you feel more positive about life, and she refuses to mention death. Once she has mentioned your past to prove her talent, she’ll expose future events. In just one hour with Alex, the next few weeks will be exposed. @Psychik_Alex psychikalex@gmail.com
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Snow Cone Maker is perfect for making slush snow cones, cold slushies or ice cool cocktails. Similar to the Retro Slushy Maker, you can quickly whip up, up to 4 snow cones in less than a minute for friends, by simply adding ice cubes to the easy to clean bin. The stainless steel blades shaves the ice into a cool, slushy consistency, perfect for summertime consumption.
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Rough d n o m a i D Jaime Winstone grew up in her father’s shadow but has emerged from it to prove she’s a force to be reckoned with.
Winstone was born in Camden and raised in Enfield. When her father’s career really began to take off, the family moved to Roydon in Essex and it was there that Jaime got the acting bug herself. While studying at Harlow College for a BTEC National Diploma in Performing Arts, Winstone soon found herself in a string of gritty productions, from 2004’s Bullet Boy to Kidulthood two years later and Donkey Punch after that. During this time she built up a solid TV presence, most memorably perhaps in Channel 4’s zombie drama, Dead Set. Then came 2010’s Made in Dagenham, which followed the plight of the women who went on strike at Ford’s Dagenham car plant in protest at sexual discrimination. Throughout, Winstone was proving her ability to break out of the mould many people had set for her. “Acting has always been the only thing I’ve ever really wanted to do,” Winstone says. “I’m always getting asked if I feel stereotyped, but everything I’ve done has been quite diverse. I know most of the roles have been very intense, tough roles, but that’s looking from a distance.
“With my strong accent, it makes it seem like that’s all I can do, but I’ve had so much diversity in my career and intend for that to continue.” Interspersed with modelling and theatre gigs, Winstone’s upward career curve continues with her new role in Sky 1’s comedy-drama Mad Dogs, playing a 18 | rmmagazine.co.uk
Jaime Winstone arrives for the Brit Awards 2013 at the O2 Arena, 20/02/201
Jaime Winstone is a rough diamond. With her salt-of-the-earth, gravelly voice and Essex accent, the daughter of British acting treasure Ray has carved herself a nice niche in tough girl roles, with several stand-out turns across what remains, thus far, a relatively short acting career.
shaven-headed con artist alongside Max Beesley, Philip Glenister, Marc Warren and John Simm. Yes, it’s another tough girl role, but she harbours a desire to push her skills further. “I’d love to do period drama,” she laughs, “but I don’t know if it would work. Made in Dagenham was based in the Sixties but I’d like to go further back. Maybe I’m not really there yet. I’m just hoping it comes my way. I do have a slight fear of Jane Austen and the like, so I need to conquer that fear! I want to try everything… well, everything apart from musicals!” And actually, another part Winstone wasn’t so keen on was the role of Stacey Slater in EastEnders, which she was offered before Lacey Turner. “Yeah, I turned it down,” she says. “It wasn’t a snobby thing like, ‘oh, I don’t want to be on a soap’, I just never wanted to work on EastEnders. You’d get stuck. I know how important it is to be employed as an actor - especially in a long-running job like EastEnders and because my dad was struggling to piece it together for so many years - it just felt wrong to me.” Although family ties have certainly been helpful in terms of her career, at times shaking off the shadow of her father has proved difficult. “The kind of attention you get can be a little overwhelming at certain points,” Winstone admits. “There was a time when it was relentless – stories coming one after the other and I thought, ‘why are they coming after me so much?’ “When we lived in Enfield, Dad wasn’t really famous so it was all pretty low key and normal, but when we moved to Essex after things started to turn for him, it got a bit strange. I guess it’s a case of adapting to the things that life throws at you.” While accepting that attention from the press is inevitable, Winstone says it can be a frustrating part of the lifestyle she has signed up for. “I remember one story about when I was at a concert where I supposedly got thrown out because I was crazy drunk, throwing drinks over the place. It was complete rubbish – I was there with my 12-year-old niece for starters! I mean, where do people get off saying they saw me do that when it didn’t happen? Maybe I was an easy target. I don’t mind people writing about me as long as it’s true!” Despite the attention of the UK paparazzi, Winstone is happy to resist the bright lights of Hollywood and stay close to home. “I go to LA quite a bit but I’m in demand here at the moment,” she smiles. “I don’t feel the pressure to hit the States. I like what’s going on here and I want an important role in British film. Hollywood is something I’d like to explore one day, but staying true to my Essex roots, and to British film and TV, is much more important for now.”
The Winstone Family at the premiere for “The Sweeney” at the Vue cinema, Leicester Square, 04/09/2012 Jaime Winstone (far right), (dad) Ray, (mum) Elaine and sister Lois (left).
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Essex Fashion Week 2013 Forget New York, Paris and Milan, Essex’s contribution to the fashion world over the May bank holiday was all anyone was talking about. Ivana Sidey was with the RM team on fashion’s frontline with the rest of the FROWers at Essex Fashion Week. From the champagne-adorned tables to the hottest trends, Essex Fashion Week spoilt us once again. For those of you who haven’t walked down the red carpet and into the venue packed with local businesses and boutiques, it is truly unique. Despite being called a fashion week, guests watched all the shows over one day and under one roof. The event took over the Millennium Suite inside The City Pavillion in Romford. After walking through the venue’s decadent double doors, guests were left to browse the stalls that curved around the room. While browsing, guests even had the opportunity to talk with the designers they were buying from, such as luxury swimwear designer Anna Lous, and representatives from holster Australia whose lush, embellished jelly sandals are sold in Selfridges, Harrods, Harvey Nichols, and boutiques nationwide, including three in Essex.
The TOWIE hype didn’t end with Lauren, as Tom Pearce was among the new designers and couldn’t wait to tell us about his new range No Agg. “It all started from our website NoAgg.com, which launched about two weeks ago,” says the cheeky Essex chap. “Some of the clothing has been designed by my business partner, Zain Choudry, so I’m the brains, he’s the t-shirt designer. We provide for both boys and girls - you need to make sure the girls are looked after!” He’s been eager to launch himself into fashion for some time. “I can’t wait to hear everyone’s feedback. I have wanted to do this for a while as we both love fashion. Zain’s dad supplies clothing to big high street shops like Topshop, so we have always really liked high street clothing at affordable prices. No Agg has had a really great response.”
And it was clear why. Both the women pieces and men’s t-shirts exclusively designed by Zain, were good quality and reasonably priced. fantastic live performances sung The tones and logos throughout the men’s line gave them a style similar to All Saints, by X Factor’s Amy Mottrom and Tony while the womenswear would not have Roberts from Britain’s Got Talent looked out of place in Topshop.
Lauren Pope was also amongst the designers, modelling the pieces from jewellery sponsors Nikki Lissoni and Holler Watches. Nikki’s delicate necklaces are teamed with different sized coin pendants, which feature various intricate details such as flowers, hearts and keys. With Nikki’s jewellery, you become the designer and select the metal, chain length, pendant style and pendant size to create a piece completely individual to you. Holler has bold, chunky designs, adding an urban edge to your outfit. Other celebrity fans include the Pussycat Dolls, Mike Tyson and Essex dance group Diversity. 24 | rmmagazine.co.uk
After sipping champagne, shopping and rubbing shoulders with celebrities, it was time for the catwalk show, which is never complete without some front row celebrities. Nikki Grahame made a rare public appearance, alongside former Big Brother star Aislene Horgan-Wallace, who was less camera shy in a bust-boosting crop top, and took a liking to TOWIE newbie James Lock. Other TOWIE cast members present were Jasmin Walia, Abi Clark and Danni Park Dempsey. When it was time for the fashion show, everyone eagerly took their seats. The lights dropped and the
party atmosphere soared. An outstanding breakdance performance from Holler kicked things off, followed by Lipstick Boutique’s catwalk show to Beyonce’s Run The World. Models wore contemporary high street fashion: bodycon dresses, lace creations, plus pieces with flashes of neon and cut out designs. The Lady Muck collection was awash with lace dresses, complete with diamante and feather accents. More surprises came during the No Agg show, when boxer Chris Eubank joined Tom and Zain on the catwalk afterwards give his support. Throughout the show entertaining interludes were given by the evening’s comperes: TOWIE’s Bobby Norris and one of the event’s founders, Adam Ryan. There were also fantastic live performances sung by X Factor’s Amy Mottrom and Tony Roberts from Britain’s Got Talent. The catwalk closed with the eagerly awaited show from lingerie and adult toy purveyors Bondara. They flaunted a range of bondage gear and even gave out goodie bags to the crowd. That’s one way to get the after party started! When LoveJuice took over for the evening, music boomed through the venue and the drinks flowed, ending the event in true Essex etiquette. Although the success of Essex Fashion Week has seen it turn four this year, fans will be disappointed that the event has been made annual instead of biannual. Adam Ryan is busy working on other projects, but if you can’t wait a year for another extraordinary fashion event, you’re in luck. Marbs Fashion Week is set to take off from 23 to 26 August, with the dates for Ibiza Fashion Week’s still to be announced. Adam promised us that this year would be bigger and better then before and they definitely delivered.
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Reinvent your festival wardrobe with some simple, inexpensive tweaks. Less money spent on new outfits means more money for the bar! Whoop! Another summer brings another festival and another wardrobe update, but instead of buying new clothes, it can be cheaper to customise the ones you already have. Don’t think you need to be the next McQueen; a couple of items and some creativity is all you need.
EMBELLISH From hardcore spikes to delicate diamantes, embellishments can be either glued or ironed onto anything. The hottest festival detail has to be studs for their instant edge. Create whatever design you fancy, whether it’s pocket detailing or all-out bling. Apply some glue to the stud, press onto the shorts, hold for a few seconds. Boom!
FOR IRON-ON ITEMS Put the garment onto a hard surface and position the details on the item. Cover with a thin cloth, then press the iron on for the instructed time. Reverse the item and repeat. Studs – hot heat for 10 seconds Rhinestones – hot heat for 15-20 seconds Pearlhead – medium heat for 10 seconds Times are approximate and will vary with fabrics. For thicker material like denim, apply the heat for a little longer.
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CUSTOMISE Make your trilby stand out in the crowd by giving it an elegant summer touch. Wrap a thick strip of white lace above the brim, tie into a bow, and tuck the ends in. You can secure it with UHU glue if you want to make it a permanent detail. Simple, sweet and styled in seconds, you’ll have the protection of a hat but the femininity of a headband.
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A plain top Tie dye kit (dye, elastic bands, disposable gloves) Cling film Water
TIE DYE Inject an innocent white top with some attitude by giving it a tie-dyed military makeover. One kit will dye eight tops, which is perfect if you’re going to a festival in a group, and want unique themed tops. Add water to the dye and wait for 45 minutes. Meanwhile, tie elastic bands around the areas you want a pattern, and when the dye is ready, squirt it over the top. Wrap it in cling film, leave for 6-8 hours, then wash off.
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is wearing a Leather Jacket, Leopard print cardigan, black Leggings and all black converse trainers. Her fashion icon is singer Beyonce. Amanda’s Fashion Tip is to be yourself and don’t follow trends just because they are popular, wear jewellery to make your outfits stand out.
Mulki Iazarus
wears a White blazer, peplum top and jeans. Her Fashion Tip is to keep it classy but sexy.
Cherif Malcolm
wears an Aztec Cardigan, Harrington jacket, washed out jeans Adidas watch and shoes. His fashion Icon: is Music artist Mikill Pane His fashion Tip is Colour coordination is the key, less is more.
Asia Schuler
wears a skater dress with star symbol detail, teamed with black tights, a khaki Army inspired jacket, skull and flower print scarf and hand bag. Her fashion Icon is Alexa Chung. Asia’s fashion tip is ‘Don’t follow fashion trends be yourself, if your not comfortable with the latest fashions don’t wear them. Asia’s own style essential is layering up clothes and jackets.
Jack Ambrase
wears a Snapback Hat, dark blue sweatshirt, skinny jeans and black Vans. His fashion Icon is music artist John Bellion. My fashion Tip to readers would be ‘Don’t try too hard just be yourself and don’t be afraid to try something new’.
Tamera
is wearing a Vintage Baseball jacket, vintage leggings and Dr martins boots, her Fashion Icon is Beyonce and Marilyn Monroe. Tamera’s fashion Tip is to go with what suits you as a person, don’t worry about people staring. Her must have item is good lipstick
Kevin Obatolu
is wearing a Black Vintage Beanie hat, Green oversized shirt, black skinny jeans, pin folded to show his Giorgia Armani socks and wearing New balance trainers.
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His fashion Icon is Oliver Proudlock from the TV show ‘Made in Chelsea’ Kevin’s fashion Tip is ‘Be different. Don’t follow what everyone else is wearing be a leader not a follower. Different is better’.
George Wren
wears Grey Jeans, printed T-shirt teamed with a black blazer, baseball cap back to front, accessorised with a watch and studded wrist accessory. His Fashion icon is Oliver Proudlock from the reality TV show ‘Made in Chelsea’. George’s Fashion Tip is ‘Don’t copy what other people are wearing, if you like it wear it. Set your own trends be a trend-setter. His must have item is his watch, he says ‘I can’t leave out without my watch’.
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he’s travelled the world, hung out with top DJs and has just released her first single, but DJ Sarah Giggle assures us that her career is far from glamorous. It’s a Thursday morning in the RM office, but instead of the radio easing us through the morning, we have a deep-house beat pumping out. This is the debut single Take It From Me by DJ Sarah Giggle.
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Since beginning her career in late 2009, Sarah has DJed all over the world, from Ibiza and Marbella to India and Dubai. Now she wants to take her career further and says producing is the way to take it to the next level. “I always said I didn’t want to produce, but you have to really. I’m nervous!” says the thirty-year-old. Take It From Me has a “big, oldroom house, hands-in-the-air noise in it,” and reflects the Essex girl’s taste in music. It has been a hit with other artists, as there have been six remixes made,
Reaching this stage wasn’t easy. “It’s really strange, because when you hear music you just hear music. When you see how it’s made, it’s made from -” she uses her knuckle and rhythmically bangs the radiator beside her “- that would be a noise you put into it.” This long process was made more difficult when she didn’t click with her first colleague, so switched to someone who understood her ideas. “As a good DJ, you always look at your crowd, and you’ll notice that sometimes it’s not always the vocals they react to, it’s the noises; so you learn what people love,” she explains. “When most DJs create tracks they try and put together the pieces that they see people going crazy to.” Once finished, it was rejected from five big record labels, but she then sent it to Bloxbox and it was signed in three days. However, the hardships don’t disappear with a signature, especially as a female. “Being a girl is hard. Guys always say ‘oh you use your looks to get what you get,’” she says. “Guys are known for their music whereas girls are known for their looks. It’s hard work trying to prove that you’re there because you love music and you’re good at what you do.” Her passion for music is also clear physically. A trail of heart-shaped music notes float up her tanned foot to her ankle, with a small single one on her outer ear. She already has plans for her second release. “On the next one I want to sing more, even though I can’t really sing! So it should be interesting.” Despite her career becoming stronger, she assures me the life of a DJ is far from glamorous. She talks about her past hectic schedules, which involve numerous flights, airport lounges, a quick DJ set, car transfers and no sleep. “Everyone thinks it must be amazing to be paid to travel the world, and that it’s really luxurious,” she says, “but no, you see more airport lounges and cars than anything in the countries.”
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Low energy and pay aside, she loves meeting other musicians, but don’t think she’ll be star struck! Despite being a fan of DJ Mark Knight, she didn’t recognise him when he complimented her set in Southend. “I’m terrible, you can put famous people in front of me and I won’t have a clue,” she laughs. “In Dubai I was chatting to Jason Derulo for half an hour and didn’t even know! But that was probably a bonus because I was tipsy!” It’s obvious why she’s called herself Giggle. She’s always smiling and her laugh bubbles up whenever she recalls a funny moment. “I will not forget this until the day I die. A guy appeared from the back of the club in an inflatable dingy that Major Lazer Live had thrown out. He crowd surfed to the front, high-fived all the DJs, then crowd surfed off in the dingy!” And Not forgetting disastrous outfits. “I’ve turned up before in a corset, velour jogging bottoms and UGGs because I was running late. But the pictures looked wicked because you could just see this bit!” she says, gesturing to her upper half and very impressive bust. And it’s not just her own experiences she cares about. “Sometimes you play certain tunes and you watch everyone at the front of that crowd shut their eyes and remember the moment they relate that song to; that is why I do it,” she smiles. “Gangnam Style is a ridiculous song, but when you watch everyone have such a laugh to it, and someone does something silly, that becomes a memory for them for the rest of their lives. You’re creating memories for people, which I think is amazing.”
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“I really want to go to America, I’ve never been. I’d go wherever.”
In India I play really new stuff. “They’re more ‘wow,’ crazy music! They like quite big room and EDM music.”
Portugal Played at a 10,000 people festival. “That was my first festival, it was pretty cool!”
Marbella “It’s very much Essex house music.”
Now that she’s putting her own spin on things, Sarah is far from hanging up her headphones. “I want to run before I can even stand, let alone walk. I’m not big enough yet!” Sarah’s single is available to download from itunes http://alturl.com/ph7s2 www.soundcloud.com/djsarahgiggle Twitter @sarahgiggle Facebook.com/djsarahgiggle
Greece Crowd surfed here! “It was so funny, everyone said ‘no you shouldn’t go out front-wards!’ I just dived off and I went all the way to the back.”
Australia “I want to tour Australia, I’d do it for half the price. I love it, I’ve been twice.”
DUBAI Ibiza The money is bad but it’s great to be there. “Last year, I was only supposed to be there for a month and a half, but didn’t come back until September!”
“Dubai is such a good up and coming place. You can go out 7 nights a week there, they’re a little bit behind in their music there, but you find that in some places.”
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Leds on Tour, German TV and Half Naked Men at EFW! The craziness continues.... ‘All About You’ entered the UK Airplay charts at number 55 (with over 180 plays a week!) I have never been so chuffed with a result of one of my singles so thank you so much to everyone who bought it and sang along to it on the radio! I embarked on my first German tour and also performed on one of their national breakfast shows... it has been another hectic but fab month to be a Leddy!!!
Hamburg
Hamburg was amazing! We decided to go out after the show and explore the city... it got messy. You can take the girl out of Essex but you cannot take away her desire for cocktails.... this one was called ‘Hannibal’ hahaha!
4 days... 4 German Cities. #LedsOnTour Cologne
1st stop was Cologne- we visited Cologne Cathedral during the day of the showand yes... we climbed it. 350 steps. I was NOT prepared for this!! Haha it was magnificent though and the crowd that night was brilliant.
Stuttgart
The last show of the tour was sad but good fun - during the day we found a shop FILLED with pianos!!!
Berlin
Berlin had to be my favourite thanks to three amazing fans who brought me a charm bracelet, chocolates and a very sweet note from all three of them! Big shout out to Olivia, Selena and Veronika!
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A week after my German tour had finished I was flown out to Berlin again to performed on national breakfast television! One of my earlier singles, ‘Summer Song’ (released in the UK 2010) has only just been released in Germany and is also in the airplay charts over there! I had the chance of performing the single on Germany’s national breakfast TV show MorgenMagazin. It was so much fun and as nerve wracking as it was (knowing it was going out to nearly a million viewers!) the response has been great!
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Thanks so much to Gibson Guitars for lending me the beautiful Songwriter Deluxe acoustic guitar. They have been supporting my music for many years and I just love the sound of their acoustics!
Essex Fashion Week This years Essex Fashion Week was a good laugh, the beautiful Leanne Tattoo (fashion writer for RM) and I couldn’t resist heading over to the Bondara stall... where they were giving away more than free saucy goodie bags.... these lovely guys were posing for pictures all day on a pop out bed in the middle of the stalls.... nice!
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Are you UNSIGNED in Essex?
written by Rae Delanie Passfield
Our county has a vibrant, buzzing music community, with an abundance of live venues, fervent crowds and countless success stories. Though a great place to start, competition is fierce and it can be difficult to get noticed. Here are some tips on how to get your head above the rest and your name on people’s lips
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Whether you’re playing to twenty people in Chelmsford or two hundred people in London, your live performance will make or break you. A bad show will put you in the “forgettable” pile whereas a great show will have the crowd dancing, singing, talking, buying and remembering. Make an impression!
GET NETWORKING
For an unsigned artist or band, social networking could not be more important. Having a, well-made, regularly updated profile on giant sites like Facebook, MySpace and Twitter will give people an avenue to listen to your music, see what you’re up to and where you’re going. It enables fans to stay informed, to follow you and be part of it. By using these tools well you will spread the word and gain momentum.
FREEBIES
Put your name on everything and give it to everyone you see! Hand out flyers and posters with info about your MySpace or Facebook page. Make sample CDs and give them away at your show. At this level you should use merchandise to get people to hear your music and remember your name - not to make money. Once you have a small following of fans you will be able to start selling things, profits of which you can use to reinvest in yourselves.
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MAKE A PRESS KIT
Produce a professional looking, concise press kit which compiles your contact information, biography, gigging experience and, if your budget allows, a demo and some photographs. You will need to send this press kit off to venues, promoters and record companies so it needs to be done right. Be creative but keep it neat!
DON’T GIVE UP
Making countless phone calls to labels and venues can be exhausting and, sometimes, discouraging, but this is all part of the process. Gigging at every possible opportunity will give you the vital exposure you need and increase the chance of being booked by bigger venues. Working hard, getting involved and being passionate about your music is vital to your success.
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Classic Cars for Father’s Day 16th June 2013 This Father’s Day, treat Dad to a special day out at Audley End, where a beautiful collection of classic cars will be on display. You could also treat him to lunch or an afternoon tea in the cafe! www.english-heritage.org.uk
High Definition Festival 29TH June 2013 High Definition is back for 2013! This year will build on the phenomenal success of the past two years, which have established High Definition as a destination for acts and fans alike, bringing some of the biggest names in dance music together for a spectacular all-day event in a unique location. www.highdefinitionfestival.co.uk
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Essex Pride 22nd – 23rd June Essex Pride is a FREE annual celebration of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT) life in Essex and beyond. It will be more than just a huge party. It will inspire our community to embrace equality. It will demonstrate that local organisations and businesses, along with thousands of friends, can join together to celebrate diversity. www.essexpride.org
Celebrate Colchester Zoo’s 50th Birthday! 2nd June – 26th August To celebrate Colchester Zoo’s 50th birthday, for Colchester’s streets, parks and open spaces will be taken over for 12 weeks by some unusual visitors... 2.5 metre high giraffes! Venue: Colchester’s streets, parks and open spaces www.colchester-zoo.com
The Steve Davis Charity Poker Classic Raising vital funds for Saint Francis Hospice Win your seat to the grand final night spectacular. 11th July 2013 at The De Rougemont Manor Hotel. Great Warley Street, Brentwood, CM13 3JP Play against Steve Davis, Barry Hearn, Sporting starts, poke pros and celebrities. Live satellites running thorough-out June. Final table prizes. Playing card raffle. Celebrity guests. Live entertainment. £5 Reg and Donation Registered charity No. 275913 For more details call Vince: 0797 026 9973 Malcolm: 0797 994 8551
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competition VIP TABLE Over the past 3 years, Kosho has managed to establish itself as one of the trendiest bars in Essex. Providing the best music, atmosphere and value for money in town. The Only Way is Essex, Geordie Shore, Made in Chelsea and X Factor stars have all been in attendance over the past 3 years including Rylan Clark, Lucy Mecklenburgh, James Argent as well as many other famous faces. Not only do stars come down to have a good time, Kosho regularly have celebrity DJ’s and hosts.
Free Entry Queue Jump for 10 people VIP table & Bottle of Vodka to enter go to: www.rmmagazine.co.uk
This time it’s Marvin Humes turn. After announcing that JLS will be splitting up after their Farewell Tour later this year, Marvin has secured his place as a Capital FM DJ every Friday night. He’s heading down to Kosho on Thursday 13th June to celebrate Kosho’s 3rd Birthday.
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The Scoop at More London *Free Festival – 1st June to 31st July 2013
The Scoop at More London, next to City Hall, is a huge open air amphitheatre next to the Thames, making it an ideal al fresco venue for a Free Festival of music, theatre, film and fringe performances. Running throughout the summer, the festival includes open-air theatre, musical interludes and free films. Last year the festival offered special Olympic walking routes, a screening of ‘The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel’, ‘Senna’ - the award-winning documentary by Asif Kapadia, and the 1961 musical ‘West Side Story’. This is what al fresco summer entertainment should be about: no tickets necessary - so you can just turn up and enjoy the show, outdoors. What better way to make the most of summer - and it’s all for free. The Queen’s Walk, Bankside, London SE1 2AA
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menace male grooming This year ditch the standard gift ideas and treat the men in your life to something they deserve and will truly appreciate. MENACE male grooming offer treatment packages to solve that Father’s Day gift idea dilemma. With the rise in the male grooming industry, the opening six years ago of MENACE, came as no surprise. Six years on MENACE has had a great response and is a huge success, being named the Best Male Grooming Salon in the entire UK 2011. MENACE offers a variety of grooming services. Treatments on offer include Cut-Throat Shaves, Facials, Massage, Sports Massage, Indian Head Massage, Hot Stones Massage, Waxing, Botox, Ear Candles, Maintenance Manicures and Pedicures. Haircuts are on offer too for both men and boys. They even offer nostril and ear hair removal! MENACE Gift Vouchers can be purchased for any of their treatments, or any amount. A traditional Cut-Throat Shave (£24) would be a great little treat, as would a Back, Neck and Shoulder Massage (£30). Or give him the ultimate pamper with the Massage, Facial and Shave (£80). www.menacegrooming.co.uk 01277 202448 1st Floor 196 Hutton Road, Shenfield, Brentwood, Essex, CM15 8NR
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Recipe
Angus Beef Burgers and Potato Salad
This father’s day, fire up the barbeque and make dad feel extra special with these delicious burgers and creamy potato salad Preparation time: 25 mins, plus chilling time cooking time: 10 mins makes 4
Ingredients:
500g Aberdeen Angus mince 2 shallots, chopped 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped 1 medium egg 2tbsp sticky BBQ marinade salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 tbsp vegetable oil 4 burger buns
To serve:
2 vine ripened tomatoes 4 iceberg lettuce leaves optional sauces: mayonnaise, ketchup, horseradish Mix the mince, shallot, parsley, egg and marinade together in a bowl. Season to taste with salt and pepper. 1.
Divide the mixture evenly into 4 patties of 3cm thickness.
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In celebration of 60 years of producing theatre in Hornchurch, the Queen’s Theatre heads outside for a wonderful open air promenade performance of one of Shakespeare’s greatest romantic comedies. Rosalind, banished from court by her jealous uncle, flees to the Forest of Arden for safety where she and her estranged lover Orlando become entangled in an exhilarating game of love, passion and mistaken identity.
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