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AUTUMN 2013
FASHION
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FASHION!! TRAVEL :
Oman
Experience the authentic Middle East
ColourPOP! BRIGHT & BOLD MAKE-UP
AUTUMN
TRENDS FLORALS, FAUX FUR PRINTS & TEXTURES
Francesca Burns
WE MEET THE FASHION
EDITOR OF VOGUE
FASHION | BEAUTY | SHOPPING | HOME | TRAVEL | INTERVIEWS | ETC
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Contents Fashion 6-7 10 -11 13 , 15 24 - 35 38 - 43 63
Fashion Trends Vogue Fashion’s Night Out Fashion Week Trends Editorial 1 - Anthousai Nymph Editorial 2 - The Artist Dress for Success
Interviews 9 14 16 - 19 73
A Stylish Guest - Paula Reed Model Moment - Edward Wilding Feature Interview - Francesca Burns The Diary - Claire Watt-Smith
Anthousai Nymph p.24
Beauty 52 - 53 55 - 56 57
Photographer: Sven Eselgroth
Beauty Products - His & Hers Beauty Shoot - Colour Pop Beauty Feature - Jo Malone
Shopping 6-7 20 - 21 22 - 23 45 , 47 49 50 - 51 60 - 61 66 - 67
Wishlists Stylist for Her Stylist for Him 10 of the Best Boutique Confidential Style Online Home Gadget Vision
Out & About 64 66 68 70
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Culture Review - Christian Dior: Designer In Focus Travel - Sultanate of Oman Food Review - The Violet Hour Social Pages
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ASSISTANT EDITOR Elle Rankin DESIGN ASSISTANTS Jessica Turner, Dima Markova
CONTRIBUTORS Kel Allen Siobhan Cooper Nikki Dean Sven Eselgroth Grace Fleming Christina Georgiou
Katy Lunsford Dima Markova Sunita Matharu Kayti Peschke Alaka Prodhan Pearl Westwood
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editor’s letter
Welcome to the autumn issue
We’re always pretty fashion-biased here at STYLEetc, but we’ve gone especially fashion crazy this issue, and quite rightly so! Autumn is the new year in the sartorial world, with fashion houses around the globe presenting their designs for SS14. I visited Copenhagen Fashion Week to see what our Scandi cousins say we’ll be wearing come the springtime (p.13), whilst Pearl Westwood kept an eye on the London catwalks (p.15). But back to now! On our shopping pages we bring you all the new AW13 trends from slipper shoes, leopard print and tartan for the girls; to texture, prints and man bags for the boys. And our fashion editorials Anthousai Nymph (p.24) and The Artist (p.38) see the new season looks brought to life.
Francesca of Vogue p.16 Photographer: Sven Eselgroth
For our feature interview we were lucky enough to speak to British Vogue fashion editor Francesca Burns (pictured right), before she jetted out to the New York fashion shows (p.16) and Harvey Nichols fashion director, Paula Reed, is this issue’s Stylish Guest (p.9). Our autumn culture pages review the delightful Dior retrospective currently exhibiting at the Gallery of Costume (p.64). If you are yet to discover this fashion treasure trove, then pop it on your rainy day list. In addition to the Dior display they have an incredible permanent collection of over 20,000 fashion items, dating from the 17th century to the present day. But for now, pop the kettle on and curl up somewhere cosy to enjoy our autumn issue. We’ve filled it’s pages with an evocative collection of stories and images, to inspire and transport you into the new season.
Colour Pop Beauty p.55 Photographer: Kayti Peschke
Gemma Latham
Managing Editor
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Wishlists
GEMSTONE BEAUTY
WALL ART
EMERALD CHIC
A chic forever piece, available in a range of gemstones such as lapis, grey agate and black onyx. Stack them up!
Brighten up your living room with this fun print from illustrator Jamie Mitchell.
Cosy up in this emerald green scarf and give your autumn wardrobe a luxurious edge.
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from £15 ohhdeer.com
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FLORAL BLISS
BLUE LAGOON
SKIP A BEAT
Smell sweet with Jo Malone’s new Peony & Blush Suede scent.
Colour pop with this textured box bag from young British accessory label, Angel Jackson.
Look stylish on the go with these of-the-moment rose gold and white leather headphones by Friends.
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£275 angeljackson.com
£130 avenue32.com
Wishlist for Her
Things you want, just because… 6
Wishlists
TORTOISESHELL COOL
BEAUTIFUL BIALETTI
Keep time with this subtle and sleek number in Italian suede.
An indisputable classic, these retro-inspired Persol shades will look great with a sharp suit.
The icon of Italian design that first revolutionised the way coffee is prepared at home in 1933. A must for any kitchen.
£180 larssonandjennings.com
£240 mrporter.com
£24.75 johnlewis.com
CARRY ON
CHECK MATE
HIGH ROLLER
For the gym or a weekend away, this luxurious brown leather holdall will go with you everywhere.
A classic slim fit check in racing green from British giants Barbour.
A golden twist on the traditional green glassed bankers lamp for some desktop style.
£250 allsaints.com
£74.95 barbour.com
£109 bitten.myshopify.com
TICK TOCK
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A Stylish Guest
Paula Reed
by Gemma Latham
Previously the style director of Grazia magazine, Paula Reed joined Harvey Nichols as fashion director a year ago. Her in-depth knowledge of the fashion industry made her the perfect choice to ensure Britain’s most luxurious department store remains at the forefront of current and fresh fashion trends. Paula lives in Notting Hill with her three teenage children and travels extensively to meet with designers, attend the global runway shows and stay clued-up on how the catwalk trends are being translated on the streets.
What made you want to work in fashion? I grew up in Ireland, in the middle of nowhere, and the only options were the civil service or the bank. I could see myself having more options in fashion, so the choice was kind of a career device. I wanted to be a designer, but I knew I couldn’t draw. English was my strongest subject so I decided to get a job at a newspaper because I wanted to write reports on the fashion industry. How did you break into the industry? I thought the best way to get to know people would be to work in PR, so I knocked on the door of Lynne Franks. She was the inspiration behind the Edina character in Absolutely Fabulous and massive in the 80s and 90s in London. I caught her at the right moment as she’d just taken on an Irish client, and knew nothing about the market there. Within a couple of weeks I was working on London Fashion Week, and it was fantastic! What does your role at Harvey Nichols entail? Identifying new talent, identifying commercial winners, and curating the mix on the floor every season so it looks exciting. And also to ensure we’re always introducing new brands and supporting businesses we really believe in. What’s your favourite part of your job? Engaging with designers. Hearing what they’ve got to say really inspires me.
How much time per year do you spend working abroad? I don’t count it because I think I might scare myself! I would say it’s approaching about fifty percent of the time though. My kids never see me anymore! What is your favourite country to visit? That’s hard because they all have something different! I love travelling, and being out seeing new things. There’s something about New York which is fabulous. I lived there for a year and I loved looking at how people wear clothes there, the way they put their looks together. Are you a city girl then? Yes, well… I spend my holidays in North Yorkshire, so I’m not sure! How do you relax? I’ve got a Jack Russell whom I adore. I walk him in the countryside and in Hyde Park. I also do Pilates.
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Biggest ever fashion splurge? I spent my first month’s salary from The Sunday Times on an orange cashmere Alaïa suit. It sounds disgusting, but actually it was fabulous! Your wardrobe must be bursting?! No, I’m very good at editing and chucking out! But there are some things like my Alaïa, Valentino and Chanel pieces that I will never get rid of. What’s your most treasured possession? Apart from my kids and dog… it would by my Hermès Kelly bag. What are the three main items on your A/W wish list? A mannish suit from Dries Van Noten, a Paula Gerbase biker jacket and I’m trying to decide between the Yves Saint Laurent or the Woolrich parka.
Fashion News
Vogue
by Gemma Latham illustrations by Ellie Sutton
Fashion’s Night Out in Manchester !
With so much fashion excitement planned for one evening, shoppers are going to need to be clued-up and savvy about how they spend their time. To help you decide where to head, we’ve put together a mini guide of what’s tipped to be on offer in each area of the city. . . On Thursday 10th October, Vogue will bring their global initiative Fashion’s Night Out to Manchester for an evening of exciting fashion events and shopping galore! The annual event was launched in NYC in 2009, with retailers and designers enticing fashionistas into stores with limited edition goods, celebrity appearances, special offers and goodie bags available for one night only! Vogue Fashion’s Night Out now takes place in over 25 cities around the world, and this will be the first time the UK event has been hosted outside the capital.
“Once at the heart of a vibrant textiles industry,
Manchester’s importance to fashion is unquestionable. Bringing Fashion’s Night Out to its streets is the next logical step in the evolution of Fashion’s Night Out in the UK. London has witnessed tens of thousands of shoppers joining the fun and we’re looking forward to sharing this experience with a new audience
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Vogue Editor Alexandra S h u lm an
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Exchange Square The hub of Fashion’s Night Out. Luxury department stores Harvey Nichols and Selfridges will vie for attention. Both are sure to pull out all the stops and offer some of the most exciting in-store experiences of the night. Harvey Nichols will be throwing a big party to celebrate their 10th birthday. We’re expecting cake to be high on the agenda in addition to exciting designer apprearances, customisations and some extra-special surprises! Selfridges will have a van on the square with a surprise celeb selling the official FNO t-shirts. There will be pop-up food carts on each floor and mysteryamount gift card give-aways of £1-£500. But it’s not only established designers in the spotlight; you’ll also have a chance to preview the next generation of emerging design talent with Salford Uni’s fashion students showcasing their pieces in the square. Support our home-grown innovators and pick up a one-of-a-kind piece from their pop-up shop.
Fashion News
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King Street Whistles are offering a complimentary monogram service for all AW13 collection bag purchases made on the night. Choose your colour and they will personalise your new bag with your initials as you sip a drink and relax to some music! Crombie will invite guests to be styled and photographed in one of their iconic coats while they enjoy some warm drinks, treats and music from DJ Kitt Proudfoot. Just around the corner from King Street on Spring Gardens, designer emporium Hervia Bazaar have teamed up with Yang Sing. The Cantonese restaurant will provide shoppers with dim sum nibbles and the chance to take a spin around the city in a rickshaw. There will also be a competition to win a £500 fashion, food and drinks prize.
Hugo Boss will host the official VIP opening party, so it’s a good opportunity to celeb-spot. The word is most of the Vogue editorial team will be in attendance along with a roster of well-known models, musicians and socialites. From 7.30pm the store is open to all with a DJ set by Princess Julia, drinks courtesy of Rémy Martin and illustrator Clym Evernden on site, providing guests with a special momento to take home! Pop into Mulberry for champagne, canapés, manicures and live music. Flannels will host designer Matthew Williamson in-store, to chat to guests about his AW13 collection.
Deansgate
Arndale Centre Expect DJs, giveaways, goodie bags, catwalk shows and competitions, with the best of Manchester’s high street stores such as H&M, Topshop, River Island, Next and Office all under one roof. Get glammed up with a free mini makeover at one of the pop-up beauty pods, then pop in to the photo booth installation to take home a Vogue cover print featuring your glammed-up self!!
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House of Fraser will be treating shoppers to cocktails, photo shoots, make-up advice, giveaways, competitions, celebrity DJs and a three-floor fashion treasure hunt! Coinciding with the completion of their new shoe, accessory and womenswear departments they will also exhibit some of Vogue’s most iconic cover images throughout the store. In addition to this, Cicchetti restaurant will be transformed into the FNO café with celebrity chef Aldo Zilli cooking up a specially designed menu of fashionable nibbles. Just off Deansgate in St Ann’s Square, pop into GAP to pick up an official FNO T-Shirt for £18 whilst enjoying authentic American food and drink treats.
Fashion Trends Editor Gemma headed out to Copernhagen Fashion Week to see what the cool kids of fashion say we’ll be wearing come SS14.
TREND REPORT
CFW SS14
From the functional, yet chic, minimalism that has become synonymous with Scandi-style, to grungy layering and vivid prints, there were styles to suit all tastes on the runway in capital of cool Copenhagen.
by Gemma Latham
New Nudes
Geometric Joy
Nude tones ranging from white to peachy pinks were seen twisted, pleated and subtly embellished in softly draped fabrics for an elegant, feminine, understated look.
Fashion’s love affair with prints is far from over with a joyful variety of colours and shapes seen across the shows. Bright and bold geometric patterns were applied to chic, retro and tribal effect.
Veronica B. Vallenes | Est. 1995 Benedikte Utzon Wardrobe | By Marlene Birger
Baum und Pferdgarten | Marimekko | Henrik Vibskov
Sporty Street Chic
Grunge Rebel
If there’s one thing Scandi’s love, it’s functionality. But these designers prove you don’t have to sacrifice style for function, by giving sportswear a chic, street make-over.
An edgier trend emerged at some of the shows in the form of a grungy rebellion. Textured leathers were layered over sheer fabrics and paired with ankle boots in head to toe black.
Baum und Pferdgarten | Wood Wood | Bibi Chemnitz
Jean // Phillip | Designers Remix | Barbara I Gongini
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Interview
Edward in the Versace SS13 campaign
Model Moment Edward Wilding bossmodelmanagement.co.uk
Where are you originally from? Wythenshaw, Manchester How were you ‘discovered’? I was discovered at home in Manchester when a friend suggested I go to see Boss Model Management. At the time I was working as a boxer and personal trainer. I didn’t expect anything to come of it, but they signed me!
AW13, and was on the runway again for SS14
What has been the highlight of your modelling career so far? Meeting so many people and travelling all over the world. My eyes have been opened to just how big the world outside of Manchester is. What country do you enjoy working in the most? I’ve been spending a lot of time working in New York. I love the place, and my English accent goes down well there haha! What do you miss when you’re working away? My mum most of all…. my family and my girlfriend. And Manchester!
Edward got his break walking for Versace in
Manchester born and bred Edward has only been modelling for one year, but is already making waves in the industry with agency placements around the globe. He featured in Versace’s SS13 campaign and walked exclusively for them in their AW13 and SS14 shows…
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What was your first modelling job? I got lucky because pretty much my first real modelling job was the Versace SS13 Campaign alongside Kate Moss and Joan Smalls.
How do you keep in shape? I don’t really know! I did join a gym but I never have time to go so I just eat well and try not to drink too many beers. I always fail on the beer bit though! If you weren’t a model, what would you be doing? Searching for another way to be able to retire by 30.
by Siobhan Cooper
Portrait Image by Markus Lambert @ AMP Agency
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Fashion Trends ORLA KIELY
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Fashion blogger Pearl stays ahead of the trends, reporting on the London Fashion Week SS14 shows…
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was probably the wettest London Fashion Week we have ever experienced, however designers such as Eudon Choi and Felder Felder created wet-look hair on the runways to make us feel chic rather than washed out. In fact, the weather seemed quite fitting as there was a real mermaid feel to many of the make-up looks. A heads up ladies – shimmery highlighter will be your must have beauty item for SS14! The fairytale, dream-like feel was seen across the board, with the key trend being romantic, in a Mary Poppins kind of way. Think sweet shop colours: Parma Violets, Sherbet Lemons, monochrome striped Humbugs and a pop of pink Blackpool Rock seen at Burberry, Bora Aksu and many more. Pink is the must-have colour for A/W and this trend will be carried over into spring, so invest now.
KILIAN KERNER BIKER JACKET AND EAR CUFF VIVIENNE WESTWOOD
Look out for abstract floral and petal prints à la Mulberry, Vivienne Westwood Red Label and Christopher Kane. Biker jackets in pale patterns and cut-off sleeves seen at Eudon Choi and Kilian Kerner make the perfect everyday statement items. Dress up your look with a bejewelled earcuff. Emblazoning things with slogans is another trend here to stay, with Ashish celebrating his love of Coca Cola, Sister by Sibling proclaiming ‘Happy’ and ‘Lead Sister’, and Sophia Webster using her characteristic speech bubbles on shoes and bags. We adore her ‘Here comes the hot stepper’ heels. If there is one thing next season will be it’s fun – innocent, romantic, beautiful and happy fun!
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RED LABEL BACKSTAGE
Feature Interview
Francesca Burns Fashion Aficionado by Gemma Latham
Two years ago, at the age of 31, Francesca Burns landed the dream job of fashion editor at British Vogue. It may seem a young age for such an influential position, but Burns was destined for a career in fashion, even if she herself didn’t realise it at first. Growing up in the southern suburb of Guildford where “literally nothing ever happened,” leafing through her mum’s copies of Vogue was “a transportation to another world” for the teenager. “I became obsessed with supermodels. I was just fascinated by these beautiful, exceptional creatures,” she recollects. As she got older, Burns began to read magazines such as The Face and i-D – where she would later make a name for herself in her first fashion editor role – and she continued to be enthralled by “this exciting world of vibrant culture, energy and beauty.” But enrolled at a small convent school, a career in fashion wasn’t on her radar. “That information just wasn’t available to me. I didn’t understand that you could be in fashion if you weren’t a designer or a writer.” A month into a Business and Law degree, Burns was miserable and dissatisfied. It was a perceptive university lecturer who put her on course. “He called me into his office – I was wearing a Vivienne Westwood mini-kilt and these buffalo platform boots whilst everyone else looked like future lawyers. He just asked me what I was doing there. I was crying and said ‘I don’t know!’” He suggested she transfer to London College of Fashion. “I owe him a lot,” she acknowledges.
The experience was a career fast track. Burns ended up leaving college and accompanied Baker for two years during Kylie’s Fever world tour. During this time she assisted on fashion editorial shoots for magazines such as POP, Numero and Italian Vogue, and met “so many amazing designers.” After freelancing “ I became for a couple of years, Burns brought her experience to style and culture mag i-D, obsessed with becoming fashion editor. She joined publishing powerhouse Condé Nast in supermodels. 2009, as senior fashion editor-at-large of the new-launch LOVE magazine, before I was just moving into her current position at Vogue.
fascinated by these beautiful, exceptional creatures ”
I meet Burns at the London Vogue offices, on a rainy Friday afternoon. Her hair a Debbie Harry-esque platinum bob, she is dressed in a double denim ensemble that pairs a camouflage print skirt by the “amazingly talented” up and coming design duo Marques’ Almeida, with a denim jumper and metallic silver platform shoes by one of her favourite designers: Prada. Burns looks cool, quirky, laidback. Knowing she’s off to New York in a few days to begin the month-long whirlwind of fashion shows, I promise not to take up too much time, but she came in early that day “to get everything done so we won’t have to rush.” Friendly and softly spoken, Burns’ down-to-earth demeanour is not what anyone who has seen The Devil Wears Prada would associate with Vogue, and I immediately warm to her.
Less than a year after transferring to LCF, things started to fall into place. “We had to do a work placement and I literally stalked Kylie Minogue’s creative director, William Baker, for months and months.” Eventually, Baker invited the persistent Burns on a two-week placement. Her first day was on the set of the Can’t Get You Out Of My Head music video. “I couldn’t believe I was there, I was totally in at the deep end! Kylie was wearing a Tom Ford Gucci dress, my mind was blown!! I literally did anything they asked me to – ran around, put shoes on, made cups of tea, ironed things!”
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Feature Interview Describing her personal style as “eclectic, eccentric and ridiculous,” and citing Stella McCartney’s ‘skate’ print, Prada’s ‘superhero colour checks’ and texture clashes as her favourite A/W trends, it becomes apparent that fashion for Burns is about fun and individuality.
But things register. Like if you see a certain colour coming up over and over again. You definitely have a feeling for the season by the time you get home. Once the ideas come off the runway, the way they’re interpreted in the magazines is a further expression of those ideas.”
“A new pair of shoes puts a smile on your face. Looking at magazines and beautiful images is a lovely escapism Back at Vogue HQ, the fashion department meet that I think is important. It shouldn’t be all doom and and discuss everything they’ve seen at the shows gloom, it’s good to hang on to aspirations,” she says, with fashion director Lucinda Chambers and editor when I ask whether the current economic climate Alexandra Shulman – “we all contribute what we feel influences the mood of her work. “Vogue’s language and what’s important for the magazine to be focusing is luxury. People want to see the Gucci dress, the Prada on for the coming season. Here at Vogue, we start bag. But people can take the looks from our pages and with the clothes because it’s our responsibility to interpret them at any price point.” Despite communicate the trends to our readers. the high price tag of the clothes used in We pitch our ideas on how we’d like to “ My work is Vogue shoots, the images Burns creates interpret those trends. It’s about finding are “based on the real woman and a girl the right girl, the right location for her to based on the that I’d like to be, or can relate to.” She’s exist in, and really bringing the clothes a big advocate of home grown talent: real woman and to life.” “London is my favourite fashion week, a girl that I’d definitely. There are so many brilliant ideas Diplomatically, Burns cannot be persuaded here, and people really come out from to divulge a favourite photographer to like to be, or the heart.” In a shoot that was “chaos work with: “I can’t answer that!” Nor a but really good fun” for the February favourite shoot: “I love so many!” But she can relate to” 2013 issue, Burns chose eight of Britain’s does recall how much she enjoyed visiting brightest young models, including Cara the north of England for a recent shoot Delevingne, Edie Campbell and Charlotte Wiggins, to with model Sam Robinson and actor Max Minghella showcase the new season styles. “The energy was so “the landscape is so beautiful up there and the people great, we just didn’t stop. All the girls have gone on to were really hospitable.” And she’s looking forward to do such massive things!” visiting Manchester for Vogue Fashion’s Night Out on the 10th October - “I think it’s going to be brilliant! Long established as fashion’s most influential magazine, For us to be in a new city is really exciting and there Vogue is frequently referred to as the industry ‘style are so many great shops up there, I can’t wait!” Will bible’. But far from the aloof trends dictatorship one people have the opportunity to approach her for style might envisage, Burns views fashion as an “emotional, advice? “Yeah, of course,” she says. “I’m going to be sensitive, process.” Does Vogue dictate the trends? at Emporio Armani and DKNY.” I ask. She ponders the question…“I feel like fashion has this big, almost collective consciousness, and all the I wrap up our chat by asking for her top tip all women magazines and designers feed into it, and it just evolves should follow to ensure great style? “Never try to be that way. It’s really quite amazing how everybody can anything you’re not. Always trust your instincts, and if be onto the same thing.” How do you process the in doubt say no!” Following her own advice has worked multitude of designs you’ve seen after a month of out for Burns in both fashion and career terms. Just like shows? I ask her. “You’ve been so visually stimulated, the girls in her images, Burns embodies the right girl, in at the end it’s all just swirling around like a dream. the right location, bringing the clothes to life.
Images by Sven Eselgroth
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Tartan is having a moment for AW13. Think less punk, and more rich wools and sleek lines.
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Don’t go into hibernation this autumn, stand out from the crowd in our pick of prominent prints.
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GUCCI AW13 1 Sweatshirt with Faux Leather Sleeves, £29.99, Zara 2 Wool and Leather Wallet, £15, River Island 3 Trousers with Faux Leather Patches, £39.99, Zara 4 Synonymous ‘Hatcha’ Trainers, £55, Topman 5 Wool Check Shirt, £375, Dsquared at Flannels 6 Wool Felt and Leather Document Holder, £295, Wooyoungmi at Harvey Nichols 8 White Quilted Shoulder Patch Polo Shirt, £22, River Island 7 Paneled Oxford Shoes, £350, Stemar at Selfridges 9 The Jackson Down Vest, £225, Gant at The Editeur 10 Canvas Leather Trim Belt, £25, John Lewis
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Satin Full Skirt Dress, £625, Red Valentino at Harvey Nichols Manchester Faux Fur Scarf, £25, Topshop
Photography | Sven Eselgroth Styling | Gemma Latham Hair & Make-up | Nita Malata Model | Coral @ Boss Model Management Lighting Assistant | Laura Illouz
The Anthousai flower nymph evokes immortal beauty as she wanders wild through forest trees and streams. Reconnect with nature this autumn in rich florals and sumptuous faux furs.
Stretch Crepe Dress, ÂŁ360, Just Cavalli at Harvey Nichols Manchester Faux Fur Jacket, ÂŁ51, Glamorous
Stretch Jersey Dress, ÂŁ350, Christopher Kane at Harvey Nichols Manchester Faux Fur Scarf, Stylists Own
Magnolia Print Jersey Dress, ÂŁ340, Paul Smith Black at Selfridges Exchange Square Floral and Bird Kimono, ÂŁ33, Glamorous
Silk Jacquard Dress, ÂŁ425, Marc by Marc Jacobs at Selfridges Exchange Square
Embroidered Tulle Dress, ÂŁ375, Alice by Temperley at Harvey Nichols Manchester Faux Fur Headband, Stylists Own
Printed Silk Jersey Dress, £538, Mary Katrantzou at Harvey Nichols Manchester Lilac Cashmere Jumper, £68, Topshop
Burgundy and Velvet Skater Dress, £30, Glamorous Faux Fur-Sleeved Sweater, £34, Topshop
Jersey Maxi Skirt, £355, Saloni at Selfridges Exchange Square Faux Fur Gilet, £65, Topshop
Behind the Scenes
behind the scenes on our autumn fashion shoot by Gemma Latham
Photographer Sven and model Coral check out how the shots are looking.
Hair & make-up artist Nita always brightens up a shoot with her cheery disposition! Seen here fixing Coral’s hair. It’s always a worry shooting outdoors in England. I develop an obsessive compulsion for checking the met weather app in the days leading up to a shoot, but on this occasion we were lucky. After a misty drizzle in the morning, there were clear skies over our beautiful location in the grounds of Bramall Hall, near Stockport. We gathered at photographer Sven’s house at 7am for coffee and hot porridge. Hair & make-up artist, Nita, prepped model Coral whilst I steamed the clothes and packed up some shoot essentials such as clips, grips, baby wipes and energy snacks. So much preparation goes into a fashion editorial: coming up with a concept, making mood boards, doing a location scout and collecting all the clothes is days (sometimes weeks) of work in itself, so by the day of the shoot everyone involved is excited to see all the elements finally come together. Sven had done a location reccy and taken snapshots of the different backgrounds he wanted to use, so I was able to plan in advance which outfits to shoot in each setting. This helped the day to run smoothly and we were able to shoot nine different ensembles. After a long 12 hour day we called it a wrap and just made it back to the cars before the heavens opened! I breathed a sigh of relief that all the clothes were safe and dry, then everyone headed home for some well-earned take-away and chill time.
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Having moved here from France three days earlier, my new housemate Laura (left) didn’t expect to find herself standing in a pool holding a light during her first week here! She was a huge help.
Prepare to embrace rich textures and an autumnal palette in beautifully classic menswear that will never date Photography | Sarah Jones Styling | Siobhan Cooper @ fashionstylist.me Hair & Make-up | Lois Pickup Styling Assistant | Laura McVeagh Model | Henry Smith @ Boss Model Management Location | Rogue Artist Studios, Manchester
Owl print shirt, £400, Dolce & Gabbana at Harvey Nichols Manchester, Drop crotch trousers, £460, Vivenne Westwood at Selfridges, Classic Leather Belt, £110, Paul Smith at Selfridges, Neck Scarf, Stylist’s own, Suede Derby Shoes, £130, Kurt Geiger
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Boutique Confidential
The world of fashion is fast-paced and always changing – a turntable of trends, a furore of fads – but through the changing seasons, there are some things which never seem to go out of style. This timelessness is at the heart of what Lissom & Muster is all about.
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Owner John Rogers was inspired to start up the business out of his love of horse-riding and the great outdoors. He remains motivated by products created with the utmost care, skill, passion and precision – products which are built to last. But durability is only one consideration. Aesthetics is another. Whether it’s a pair of hardy leather riding boots or a tweed rucksack, a stag horn wading staff or a Shetland knit sweater, there is a fusion of elegance and utility in every item. Lissom & Muster operated exclusively online for three years but, keen to give his customers the chance to see the products up close, John opened the Manchester boutique on Tib Lane – hidden away just off Cross Street – last autumn. A lot of painstaking work was undertaken to merge the two floors together, and to expose and retain original features, such as the stone steps leading down into the store, and the tiled fireplace. Nature, and man’s relationship to it, takes centre stage – from the small selection of books on display, to the array of hiking and riding boots (for men and women), to woollen picnic rugs and silk ties, emblazoned with tiny horses and stag heads. There is an emphasis on British heritage: beautiful silk pocket squares made in Macclesfield; luxuriously soft cashmere sweaters spun in England and hand-frame knitted in Wales; canvas cooler bags lined with Cumbrian Herdwyck wool. Some French, Scandinavian and German brands feature, but first and foremost, many of the materials here are locally sourced, born from the very landscapes in which they are meant to be used. Lissom & Muster predominantly caters to anyone who is passionate about the outdoors, especially those who appreciate timeless, traditional pursuits – equestrians, anglers, hunters and hikers. As many items are commissioned specially, it is also the perfect place to pick up a special gift for the discerning gentleman or woman. The silk pocket squares, for example, can be embossed with a name or initials, while the woollen sweaters can be made bespoke in other sizes and shades. Those that count themselves among the “elegantly intrepid” are sure to find something to cherish.
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This online store dedicated to luxury gifts and accessories. Black not only offers a huge range of accessories for both men and women, but also a collection of luxurious home-ware products, such as silk cushions and cashmere throws. We especially love the vast range of gloves they stock, from leather to lace, long, short or fingerless – you’ll find it hard to choose!
Avenue32 will enchant you for hours browsing their collections, from hats to shoes, and everything in between. They stock a marvellous range of accessories from both well known and up and coming designers. Whether you’re looking for a glamorous merino wool scarf, or a quirky leopard print chamonix hat, Avenue32 has something to suit all tastes this autumn!
The immense variety of accessories available at Boticca online will leave you feeling dizzy, with a top menu enlisting all of its contents: bags, scarves, bracelets, earrings, necklaces, rings, the list goes on forever! You can find all the most current pieces being worn by top fashion bloggers and celebs here, and they even feature mood boards for inspiration and interviews with the designers!
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Of course we couldn’t do an accessories round up without a mention of the most popular high street accessories brand! Its online outlet is an even more hugely overstocked version of the perfumed pink shops that we all know and love. Not even the flagship store on London’s Oxford Circus could compete with the selection of thousands of accessories and jewellery designs on offer online!
Hoochie Mama is an incredible new multi brand accessories store, for those of you whose wardrobe mimics your life: exciting, fun, and sprinkled with colour! Displaying a range of accessories to challenge convention and inspire sophistication, gorgeous product photography allows you to see exactly what you’re going to get. This online independent boutique has all the designer statement jewellery and bespoke accessories to bring out the Hoochie Mama in you!
Green + Benz is an online boutique specialising in classic , contemporary accessories for both men and women. Their luxurious jewellery is a collection of bespoke gold, silver, and pearl designs that you can not find anywhere else, and their online app guide to choosing the perfect engagement ring can relieve all men from the daunting thought of getting it wrong! They also offer a range of services such as engraving, repairs and bespoke design!
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Beauty for Her
MAC, Bulk Cleansing Wipes
Origins, GinZing Energy Boosting Moisturizer
Taking off your make-up is quick and easy with these wipes. They remove even the boldest of make-up and are infused with protective vitamin E to hydrate and nourish.
Featuring Panax Ginseng and Caffeine, this lightweight, oil-free facial moisturizer jumpstarts skin’s hydration levels, creating a vibrant glow and reducing the effects of harsh weather.
Available at House of Fraser, £19.50
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By Kilian, Playing With The Devil Fragrance
Bobbi Brown, Brow Kit
Inspired by forbidden fruits, this fragrance is built on a set of contrasts and oppositions. Scents of orange and white peach are complemented by black pepper and sandalwood.
This season is all about bold brows a la Miss Delevingne. This handy palette features two shadows, a mirror, mini tweezer and brow brush.
Available from Harvey Nichols, £160 for 50ml
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Ciate, Caviar Manicure Set
Tom Ford, Bruised Plum Lipstick
Textured nails are a subtle yet effective way to make a statement. Decorate your nails with the multi coloured pearls, using any colour as your base for an extravagant look.
Berry lips are a quick way to achieve a chic look this autumn. Specially treated colour pigments ensure this colour stays put so you can step out bold and confident.
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There’s a chill in the air and the leaves are golden brown. Autumn is upon us! Here’s our edit of beauty products to help you channel the key looks of the season whilst keeping your skin fresh and protected.
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Shiseido Men, Deep Cleansing Scrub
Mulberry, Henry Wash Bag
This invigorating face scrub uses a triple cleansing action of large botanical scrubbing beads, microbeads and refining granules to eliminate roughness, blackheads and dull skin cells.
This extravagant wash bag is made from textured nylon with leather detailing and contains two zip compartments for all your grooming essentials. Available from Mulberry, £175
Available from Harvey Nichols Manchester, £22 for 125ml
Chanel, Bleu de Chanel Eau de Toilette Spray
Molton Brown, Bracing Silverbirch Thermal Muscle Soak
This classic cologne combines woody aromatic scents of sandalwood and cedar with subtle hints of grapefruit and pink pepper to keep you feeling fresh and alert all day long!
Add a sprinkling of these thermal salts to your evening bath.Silverbirch, cedarwood, cumin and bergamot combine to invigorate and condition the skin whilst easing aches and pains.
Available from House of Fraser, £45.50 for 50ml
Available from Molton Brown, £19 for 300g
Acqua di Parma, Collezione Barbiere Aftershave Balm
Dermalogica, Shave Kit Dermalogica’s exclusive three-step regimen takes into account beard type, hair growth pattern and skin condition for your best shave yet.
This aftershave balm has a fresh gel texture that is fast absorbing and lightweight. Deeply moisturising to help calm irritations, sooth skin and prevent ingrowing hairs.
Available from Harvey Nichols Manchester, £42.50
Exclusive to Selfridges, £40
Whether you’re having a cosy night in, or heading out on an autumn evening, make sure you’re well groomed, relaxed and smelling good this season with our pick of the best men’s beauty products
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A social community for women working in creative fields. WICI was founded to develop links, promotion and support between female creatives, with monthly gatherings in Manchester and London.
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Beauty Feature With The Hunger Games: Catching Fire movie set for release on 11th November, we take inspiration from the crazy, colourful, fashion-forward citizens of The Capitol. This look is all about standing out from the crowd, so layer up with statement jewellery and colour clash to your heart’s content. The only rule here is to be bright, bold and daring!!
COLOUR POP
Make-Up Nails, Barry M: np307 Lips, MAC Cosmetics: Russian Red Jewellery Top Necklace, Topshop, £20.00 Bottom Necklace, Topshop, £28.00 Earrings, Miss Selfridge, £12.50
Beauty Feature Make-Up Eyebrows, Aquacolor: Purple Nails, Barry M: np304 Jewellery Necklace, Zara, £22.99, Pink Sapphire & Diamond Ring, £349.99, Goldsmiths, Mystic Topaz & Diamond Ring, £399.99, Cavendish Jewellers
Make-Up Eyes, Aquacolor: SA75 Nails, Barry M: np304 Jewellery Earrings, £6.99, H&M Brooch, Vintage/Stylists Own
Make-Up Nails, Barry M: np279 Lips, MAC Cosmetics: Saint Germain
Make-Up Lips, MAC Cosmetics: Ruby Woo Nails, Topshop: Moondance Jewellery Necklace, £19.99, Zara
Photography & Styling | Kayti Peschke Hair & Makeup | Sam Collins Model | Eleanor @ Boss Model Management Retouching | Lucy Hutchinson
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Make-Up Eyes, MAC Cosmetics: Electric Eel Jewellery Earrings, £6.99, H&M
Make-Up Eyes, Aquacolor: Pink Nails, Barry M: np304 Jewellery Earrings, £8.50, Miss Selfridge Necklace, £16.50, Topshop
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Fragrance Combining
Jo Malone show us how to layer scents to create our very own bespoke fragrance…
by Elle Rankin
After a rather hectic morning of meetings, our Editor, Gemma, and I were glad to settle down in the beautiful surroundings of Jo Malone’s generous corner of Harvey Nichols Manchester. We received a warm welcome from ‘Scent Stylist’ Jessica, who was ready and waiting to guide us through a bespoke Fragrance Combining experience. After a lot of experimenting, and the hard decision of narrowing down to just two scents from the beautiful collection, we chose a fascinating combination of Blue Agava & Cacao layered with Nectarine Blossom & Honey which gave off raw undertones of cacao and acacia honey softened by the succulent notes of nectarine, peach and cassis.
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Then came the relaxing part: we were invited to lay our hands on plush white towels and Jessica cleansed our skin with the Nectarine Blossom & Honey Body & Hand Wash, which she first whipped up to a creamy froth using a mini whisk, to add to the indulgence of the experience! Next, Jessica used a hot towel to open our pores before applying the rich Blue Agava & Cacao Body Crème with a light pressure message. After relieving all the tension in our hands and arms, Jessica spritzed on a finishing note of Nectarine Blossom & Honey Cologne to blend the scents together.
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It is recommended to layer scents in this way, combining a skin product with a cologne. It helps to create a longer lasting scent, as well as keeping your skin feeling soft and luxurious for the rest of the day. Jo Malone offer this experience as a complimentary service and it’s the perfect treat for anyone looking for an introduction to the brand, or existing customers looking for a variation on their favourite scent. Fragrance is such a personal thing, the opportunity to create your own unique blend is not to be missed, and with Fragrance Combination you have the added bonus of three scents for the price of two! With the whole of the Jo Malone range designed to work in layers, the possibilities for unique creations are endless.
Visit jomalone.co.uk/boutiques to find your nearest boutique, and experience fragrance combining for yourself.
Gadgets
Gadget Vision The latest must-haves for those technology lovers...
Snap In Style Be ready to capture every moment with this stylish, Olympus Stylus SH-50 White Digital Camera. Get snap happy with 16mp stills or shoot your very own action movie with high speed 120fps and full 1080p HD capabilities. With its multiple-axis image stabilisation, you can kiss goodbye to those blurry low light shots and say hello to sharp stills and powerful, fast action recording. All together now… cheese! Olympus Stylus SH-50 White Digital Camera, £239 shop.olympus.co.uk
Juice Galore The world seems to have gone bananas for juicing, and with the Philips Avance Juicer it’s easy to understand why. Beautifully designed, easy to clean and small and compact enough to claim a coveted space on your kitchen worktop, you’ll wonder how you survived for so long without one! It comes with a juicing recipe book, but with all the Autumn orchard fruits ripe for the picking we recommend experimenting with your own concoctions – throw it all in, stems, stalks, leaves and all! Our favourite so far is pear, celery, cucumber and mint! You’ll feel healthier just looking at it. Philips Avance Juicer, £200 philips.co.uk
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Retro Ring Ring Available in a range of colours, the Ice-Phone retro style smartphone holder will not only charge your phone, but makes answering calls that bit cooler - plus you can access all of your smartphone features whilst chin wagging at the same time! The free Ice-Phone app completes the look, turning your phone screen into an electronic rotary dial interface – Genuis! Ice-Phone, £29.99 red5.co.uk
Soothing Sleep The nights are drawing in and there’s nothing better than snuggling up in a warm, fluffy bed. And now there are pyjamas available for your ears! These SleepPhones were invented by a family doctor to aid insomniacs, but they’re great to use for relaxing, listening to music, hypnosis CD’S, running on a nippy autumn jog, or just watching the TV without waking your other half, or even better - for drowning out their snoring! They plug directly into anything with a 3.5mm jack output, are made of soft wick fleece and are available in Quiet Lavender, Midnight Black or Soft Gray. We’ll be taking one in every shade! SleepPhones,, £34 relaxuk.co.uk
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Den has made a name for itself bringing venue concepts to life.
DAN’S DEN by Gemma Latham
Dan Healey established bespoke furnishings business, Den Interiors, in 2002. The business originally opened as a retail store on the corner of Oldham Street and Hilton Street in Manchester’s rapidly developing Northern Quarter.
Offering tailor-made furniture and interior design services to individuals and businesses alike, it wasn’t long before Dan found himself styling the interiors of some of the city’s most frequented establishments. Venues such as Rosso Restaurant, Home Sweet Home, The Circle Club, Nicky Clarke Hair Salons and Almost Famous were well aware of the draw a unique interior design can bring, and Dan quickly made a name for himself as the man to bring venue concepts to life. By 2012 Den had outgrown its premises in the former sewing machine shop. With the Northern Quarter now firmly established 60
Home The mill has also given Dan the space to set up a show room so that visitors can experience the Den effect for themselves. And it’s not just commercial properties they cater to. A range of 12 bespoke sofa designs and a collection of mirrors, coffee tables and dining room furniture makes Den the perfect destination for anyone looking to furnish their home with something a bit unique.
as prime hipster real estate, business rates had increased by over fifty percent during the 10 years Den had been in operation, so Dan decided to relocate outside of the city and bought up half a mill in Bury. Along with his team of eight employees, he now has plenty of space to manufacture on site, and can easily manage projects such as the new Almost Famous bar in Liverpool, which installed fifties-replica car seats, and distressed beech table-tops, as part of their Americana-themed concept.
Dan and his team of specialist craftsmen welcome visitors to the mill and are always happy to talk through ideas, processes, fabrics and finishes for commissions, on an obligation-free basis. Just call ahead so Dan can have a pot of tea ready!
Den Interiors 15st Floor, New Victoria Mills, Wellington Street, Bury. BL8 2AL
denfurniture.co.uk | 0161 761 3601
images by Sven Eselgroth
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B.Hive Women’s Business Club offers stylish lounges and business hubs designed around the feminine principals of community, connection and collaboration. Facilities include inspirational meeting rooms, hot desks and lounge areas in a calm and welcoming environment.
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Fashion News
DRESS FOR SUCCESS
Having launched in July this year, Dress for Success Manchester has now helped nearly one hundred unemployed women. A charity offering a unique service. The results show 1 in 2 women styled will go on to get the job! The boutique style premises in Parsonage Chambers is designed to be a safe space away from the street level where women feel secure and can get prepared for their interview. Expert one-to-one advice and confidence coaching is given to every woman, plus an outfit they feel good in and that is theirs to keep.
The charity styling women back to work
Dress for Success evolved from a small group of women donating clothes, to having 130 affiliates worldwide. The head office in New York was established in 1997, and other European cities where the charity is set up include Paris, Amsterdam and Lisbon, however Manchester is the only city with a Dress for Success in England.
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Celebrity patrons and supporters of Dress for Success include the make-up giant Bobbi Brown, Kim Kardashian, and singer Chaka Khan!
empowering women in Manchester to succeed and thrive in work and in life. �
The charity runs on support in the form of personal donations, volunteer roles, corporate partnerships and retail partnerships, and in Manchester the team are sending out a plea to anyone who is interested in getting involved.
Anna- Louise Gilhooley CEO and founder of Dress for Success Manchester
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Art Review Manchester Art Gallery, and Manchester Platt Art until Gallery, 27th and 2013. HallEntry until 27th Ja Manchester Art Gallery, andHall Platt Hall untilJanuary 27thPlatt January 2013. Entry is free.is free. Christian Dior with model Dorothy Emms, 1957. Image credit ©2004 TopFoto
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The name Christian Dior is renowned worldwide, yet it is little known that the designer himself only headed his fashion house for ten short years, due to his untimely death in 1957. Nevertheless Dior’s designs shook the world. His first collection originally named Corolle and Huit nipped in waists and gave full skirts for his ‘Flower Women’, The style became immortalised by Harpers editor Carmel Snow who gave it the moniker the ‘New Look’.
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It is with the New Look that the small but concisely executed exhibition at the Gallery of Costume begins, represented in the form of every woman’s staple: the little black dress. The gown on display from 1947 is classic New Look, with a full flowing skirt, tiny cinched waist and décolletage enhancing neckline. This simple, yet striking design certainly wouldn’t look out of place worn for a night on the tiles today. It is true that the best designs never date.
The Dior exhibition is on at the Gallery of Costume until Sunday 12 January 2014. Entry is free.
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Christian Dior himself isn’t the only talent of the house showcased, the work of his protégé - the young Yves Saint Laurent who succeeded after Dior’s death, is seen in a sumptuous pink floral delight. Other highlights include the 1949 black silk cocktail dress commissioned for Wallace Simpson, The Duchess of Windsor – she may have caused a scandal but she knew how to cut a dash.
FAR RIGHT Chrsitian Dior, 1947, Corolle line the New Look
This stunning exhibition is a must see for anyone looking to delve back in time to the days of true glamour. Two rooms are dedicated to the exhibition and additional Dior creations can be found at home in the permanent collection, nestling amongst designs by Chanel, Vivienne Westwood and Alexander McQueen. The contemporary fashion galleries are accompanied by historical fashion throughout the ages.
GALLERY OF COSTUME Platt Hall, Rusholme, Manchester, M14 5LL Opening times: Mon-Fri 1-5pm Sat –Sun 10am-5pm
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The Sultanate of
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Words and images by Katy Lunsford
Just a stone’s throw from Dubai, but bearing very little resemblance to its commercialised neighbour, Oman is a slice of the authentic Middle East, and fast becoming a luxury and adventure tourism hotspot. Long sandy beaches are flanked by palm trees against a backdrop of rugged mountains, beautiful Arabian architecture, colourful souks, and endless deserts. There are plenty of opportunities for trekking and outdoor adventure. A relatively new country, Oman is definitely on the up – but never more than 10 storeys up, and always true to Arabic style. Buildings are built with aesthetics in mind – perfect symmetry, beautiful patterns, mosaics and attention to detail (you’ll rarely see something as banal as a drainpipe... unattractive things like this are hidden in beautifully patterned stone casing). The skyline is punctuated by minarets; every available wall is covered in hot pink bourgainvillea; and the streets are lined with flowers. Muscat, the capital, is a city sandwiched between the sea and the mountains, and as the sun sets the white city is bathed in an apricot glow. It really is beautifully idyllic.
WHERE TO STAY For the ultimate in luxury, head to the Chedi, a stunning boutique hotel. The design is exceptional, and in the evening guests can sit in the palm-filled gardens and sip cocktails around their own fire pit. It has a private beach, and a number of beautiful shaded pools, including the longest in the Middle East.
Travel HOW TO GET THERE From Manchester Emirates and Etihad (via Dubai or Abu Dhabi) KLM (via Amsterdam) From Heathrow BA fly direct to Muscat
WHAT TO DO A trip to the Middle East wouldn’t be complete without a desert experience. The Desert Nights Camp offer luxury camping on the edge of the desert, featuring air-conditioned huts with tented roofs – so camping in the very loosest sense. Package options include a 4x4 ride to the top of the dunes to watch the sunset, an amazing Arabic buffet/barbeque dinner under the stars, bed, breakfast and a camel ride. Another must-do activity in Oman is to hike through a ‘Wadi’ (valley – or dry riverbed). Wadi Shab is one of the most stunning, and finishes with a swim through a ‘keyhole’ into a rock-pool cave with a waterfall. Finally, Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque in Muscat is stunning both by day and night. The architecture is spectacular. Inside is the second largest hand-woven Persian carpet in the world and the most exquisite – and enormous – chandelier.
WHAT TO EAT Oman certainly didn’t disappoint on the local food front: delicious spiced meats, salads, flatbreads and all the dips and sauces you’d expect from Middle-Eastern cuisine. Kargeens in Muscat is a great place for an authentic experience, with outdoor terraces complete with lanterns, and the option to eat in the traditional way, sat on cushions on the floor. The fish restaurant at Jebel Sifa serves up their catch of the day from the beach shack at tables and chairs on the sand.
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The Violet Hour Words and images by Alaka Prodhan
Americana, pop-ups, pulled pork and elderflower… all of these things are enjoying quite a bit of popularity in the Manchester food and drink scene at the moment, but perhaps none more so than the cocktail bar.
This year’s sell-out Cocktails in the City event at Manchester Town Hall made it clear that mixology is most definitely here – and here to stay. From the flaming tiki lounges of The Liars Club and Hula, to the smooth, suave artistry and opulence of The Alchemist and Australasia, to the dark, Manhattan-esque drinking dens like The Liquor Store and Dusk til Pawn, cocktails have become a serious business. But it would be foolish indeed to think that the city centre holds the monopoly on fantastic cocktail bars, as I soon found out when I visited The Violet Hour in south Manchester suburb, West Didsbury. This little bar occupies the site of an old butcher shop on leafy, lively Burton Road, which brims with eyecatching boutiques and independents. Intimate yet inviting, the exposed brickwork, wooden tables and Chesterfield sofas create an aura of a boutique hotel or an aesthete’s living room. Comfort is effortlessly entwined with class, and live music adds to the chilled vibe.
“ Cocktails have become a serious business.”
The Violet Hour’s primary draw is its cocktails, and the menu bursts with invention. A firm favourite, which has survived each iteration of the menu, is the Brazilian-inspired Backstreet Batida, made with Velha Barreiro Cachaça, Wray & Nephew Overproof Rum, Coco Real, passion fruit and Ting, served in a tin can. But this time I opted instead for the Portobello Porn Star – a long drink consisting of Portobello Road gin, basil, strawberry and pink fizz, and a good choice to kick-start the evening. Similarly easy-drinking was the King Tut, which mixed Cariel vanilla vodka with Velvet Falernum (a sweet syrup used in Caribbean and tropical drinks), mint, pistachio and fiery ginger beer. The recently launched food menu, meanwhile, is a simple yet enticing one-page affair, offering a selection of small plates, larger plates, burgers and sides, and a handful of desserts.
directly above Yorkshire Puds with Blue Cheese and Chilli Jam above Rosemary’s Affair left Portobello Porn Star
Of the small plates, we picked the slow cooked salt and pepper pork ribs with cider mayonnaise, the panko crab cakes with lime and yellow mustard dressing, and crispy Yorkshire puds with blue cheese and chilli jam.
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Crispy Beer Battered Cod
All three plates offered something deeply pleasing to the palate – the pairing of mini Yorkshire puddings and blue cheese uniting two of my favourite things – but the most impressive, both in presentation and taste, were the slow cooked ribs, which came artfully arranged on newsprint paper on slate, with the creamy cider mayonnaise served in a hollowed lime. The meat, with its crispy coating, fell from the bone, as if it had waited its whole life to collapse, ever so willing, into my eager maw. I could have eaten two more lots. And with three small plates costing only £10, it’s something I will be sure to consider should I return with carnivorous friends in tow.
“The slow cooked ribs, came artfully arranged on newsprint paper on slate” Speaking of carnivores, the Daddy Violet from the burger menu is a dish not to be undertaken lightly. This meaty mammoth consists of a 6oz patty, topped with a mound of pulled pork, crispy bacon and double cheese, lathered with bbq and burger sauce and topped off with a beer battered pickle. My dining companion was, to his great shame, defeated by this burger behemoth. In this episode of Man vs. Food, food definitely won. Meanwhile, I thoroughly enjoyed my bigger plate (£8, or two for £15) of crispy beer battered cod, with honey glazed chorizo, olives, garlic, cherry tomatoes and paprika – another excellent combination of well-matched, drool-inducing textures and flavours. Somewhat unsurprisingly, however, we had no room for dessert. The gooey chocolate brownie will have to wait until next time. The Violet Hour has already made waves with locals and city-dwellers alike for its unpretentious, chilled ambience and excellent and innovative cocktails. It can now be proud to add tasty, handsomely presented, great-value food to its offering.
the violet hour 236 Burton Road, West Didsbury, Manchester, M20 2LW
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Salt and Pepper Pork Ribs
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FESTIVAL NO.6 10,000 music and arts lovers descended on the quaint village of Portmeirion in north Wales this September, for a weekend of fun and frolicking at Festival No.6.
The boutique festival launched in 2012 and won the ‘Best Small Festival’ award from NME magazine. Time for a sing- song
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Highlights from its second year included an elaborately costumed carnival, comedy from Marcus Brigstocke and music performances from the likes of James Blake, Nile Rogers accompanied by the Welsh Male Voice Choir and a headline set from welsh rockers The Manic Street Preachers.
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Nile Rogers (left) and The Manic Street Preachers (far right)
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KRISTYNA MYLES SINGLE LAUNCH Manchester-based singer-songwriter Kristyna Myles decided to leave major label Decca and release her music independently “because they were taking too long”.
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Less than six months after taking the plunge to go it alone, the ballsy soulstress released her first single The Paris Match - a cover of The Style Council’s famous hit - with an intimate performance at Takk bar in the Northern Quarter. Produced by The Style Council drummer Steve White, featuring Damon Minchella of Ocean Colour Scene on the bass and described as “absolutely stunning” by Paul Weller himself, the single became the highest new entry for an independent artist in the iTunes charts! Looks like she made the right decision to take matters into her own hands! kristynamyles.com
LESCOTT STEWART LAUNCH Joleon Lescott & Joe Hart on the catwalk
Joleon Lescott, Lee Sedman, Aaron Lescott
Manchester City footballer Joleon Lescott, along with lifelong friends Jordan Stewart and Aaron Lescott launched their fashion line at Harvey Nichols Manchester, with a star-studded event. Celebrity supporters including Sarah Harding, Michelle Keegan, and Man City teammates were there to cheer on goalkeeper Joe Hart, boxer Brian Rose and Joleon Lescott himself as they took to the catwalk.
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Michelle Keegan Joe Hart, Gemma Merna Joleon Lescot Jorgie Porter Sarah Harding
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Claire Watt-Smith is the founder and designer behind the label BoBelle London, a brand that creates bespoke handbags and accessories all crafted in England. The pieces are crisp, sharp and combine structured designs with a timeless shape. Watt-Smith’s designs are sold in more than fifty boutiques and department stores throughout the UK. The latest collection is inspired by the classic architecture of London:
WAKE-UP! The first thing I do in the morning is pop downstairs to make tea. I usually have two cups, one green tea and one Yorkshire to get me going. I hop in the shower and then check my phone for any important emails before grabbing a quick breakfast and heading for the train. MORNING I tend to respond to any social media updates on the train and check what my schedule looks like for that day. Running BoBelle is very varied; some days I work from our Somerset House base, other days I have press meetings or networking appointments in town. I adore living in London and one of my favourite parts of running BoBelle is meeting so many different people. LUNCH-TIME I don’t eat too heavily at lunchtime as it can make me quite sleepy. I love a chunky soup, or salad and fresh bread. AFTERNOON I tend to have a checklist run through in the afternoon. I deal with any orders that need dispatching, factory updates that need discussing or events that need arranging. I then plan for the next
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morning’s meetings and schedule our press releases and social media. The afternoon is always very busy and come 4pm I have a cup of tea and biscuit to perk me up before any evening appointments with clients. We are in the middle of preparing for the Somerset House Christmas Arcade, so that has a lot of work attached.
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Claire Watt-Smith
AFTER-HOURS I try to be home by 7pm-ish to relax with my husband. I really enjoy cooking so I experiment a couple of times a week trying out different recipes. I tend to have evening networking events once or twice a week with other business women, but during the crazy periods, such as Fashion Week, this can be every day!
We met up with luxury handbag designer Claire Watt-Smith at Somerset House, where she was exhibiting during London Fashion Week, to find out what a typical day in her shoes might entail…
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Charlotte Simone
John Lewis
Olympus
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charlottesimone.com
johnlewis.com
olympus.co.uk
Acne
Chechbi
Jo Malone London
Philips
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chechbi.co.uk
jomalone.co.uk
philips.co.uk
All Saints
Del Toro Shoes
Kenzo
Pied a Terre
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deltoro.com
kenzo.com
pied-a-terre.co.uk
Angel Jackson
Den Interiors
Kurt Geiger
RED5
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denfurniture.co.uk
kurtgeuger.com
red5.co.uk
Avenue 32
Dune
Larsson & Jennings
Relax UK
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dune.co.uk
larssonandjennings.com
relaxuk.co.uk
Barbour
Eddie Harrop
Lissom & Muster
River Island
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eddieharrop.com
lissomandmuster.com
riverisland.com
Barry M Cosmetics
Flannels
L.K. Bennett London
Selfridges
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flannels.com
lkbennett.co.uk
selfridges.com
Bitten
Gap
MAC Cosmetics
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gap.co.uk
maccosmetics.co.uk
size.co.uk
Black
Glamorous
Matches Fashion
Steve Madden
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glamorous.com
matchesfashion.com
stevemadden.com
BoBelle London
Goldsmiths
Miss Selfridge
Stylecreep
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goldsmiths.co.uk
missselfridge.com
stylecreep.com
Botticca
Green+Benz
Molton Brown
Ted Baker
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greenandbenz.com
moltonbrown.co.uk
tedbaker.com
Cavendish Jewellers
H&M
Monica Vinader
The Editeur
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hm.com
monicavinader.com
the-editeur.com
Charlotte Olympia
Harrods
Mr Porter
The Kooples
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harrods.com
mrporter.com
thekooples.co.uk
Harvey Nichols
Mulberry
Togs and Clogs
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mulberry.com
togsandclogs.com
Herschel Supply Co.
My Theresa
Topman
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mytheresa.com
topman.com
Hoochie Mama
My Wardrobe
Topshop
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mywardrobe.com
topshop.com
House of Fraser
Net-A-Porter
Want Essentiels De La Vie
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net-a-porter.com
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Jigsaw
Ohh Deer
Zara
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ohhdeer.com
zara.com
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