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Interiors Special Special Addition Fashion: Spellbound Belle de jour LILY ALLEN Gadgets and much more
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For our Christmas and New Year issue the Compônere team have been hard at work to bring you beautiful and inspiring fashion, art and fabulous interiors spreads that will help you end this year with a bang! We hope you will enjoy these pages as much as we enjoyed putting them together!
Zita Savage – zita@componeremagazine.com Sub Editor: Philip Anthony – info@componeremagazine.com Interiors and Arts Editor: Zita Savage – zita@componeremagazine.com Fashion Editor: Irene Darko – irene@componeremagazine.com Fashion Coordinator: Elisa Stone– elisa@componeremagazine.com Fashion Assistant: Bianca Swan – bianca@componeremagazine.com Beauty Editor: Niedian Biggs – niedian@componeremagazine.com Advertising & Marketing: Jean Ampah – jean@componeremagazine.com Production Manager: Adriane Savage – info@componeremagazine.com
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Finance & Business Relations: David Darko – david@componeremagazine.com Magazine Art Director: Andrew King Photographers: Jan Masny Sarah Louise Johnson Kurtay Contributors: Cleo Evans Christopher Phillips Flora Pike Eugene Davis Ryutaro Elizabeth Hsieh Lauren Baker Mia Yang Zoe Davison Egus Goob
CONTENTS INTERIORS Sitting Pretty
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BEAUTY Bejewelled 4–5 FEATURE There’s Something About Lily
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FEATURE When Super Brands Venture
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FASHION Spellbound 10–27 FEATURE Monsieur Kapoor
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FICTION Andrea’s Clanger
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FASHION Belle de Jour
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FEATURE Characteristics of a Dancer
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MUST HAVES Christmas Must Haves
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CATWALK REPORT Catwalk Fix
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ARTS Exhibitions 50 Front cover Photographer: Jan Masny Wearing Ashish Make up: Elizabeth Hsieh Hair: Ryutaro
INTERIORS Sophisticated Settings
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INTERIORS The Best of the Bunch
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DINING OUT No35 / Orerry
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TRAVELISTA Danielli Hotel Venice / Shompole Masa Mara 56–57
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Sitting Pretty Zita Savage selects the best in high street and specialist suppliers.
Editor’s Choice 1. This chic Milton Bench by The sofa & chair company has walnut legs and is covered in black velvet, available in a number of luxurious fabrics starting from £1104. www.thesofaandchair.co.uk
3. The modern full curves and metal frame of this design is an opulent take on contemporary aesthetics available at Swanky rooms and designed by Eileen Gray, the Bibendum chair costs £418.99. www.swankyrooms.co.uk
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2. This Richmond Button Back chair from Black Orchid interiors makes an elegant statement. It has been upholstered in high grade camel linen fabric and is shown with stylish black wooden legs with brass castors. £765 . www.blackorchidinteriors.co.uk
4. This traditional unbuttoned chesterfield sofa by George Smith is a touch of class. £5380. www.georgesmith.co.uk
5. T his elegant sofa upholstered in a buttermilk fabric is from the Carla range at John Lewis. £995. www.johnlewis.com
6. The alluring Melrose in stripe and charcoal chair with matching footstool from Next £275. www.next.co.uk
9. This divine Ellerslea chair by Laura Ashley has beautifully curved features in all the right places. £600. www.lauarashley.com
7. S quintlimiteds double ended chaise longue incorporates a mix of vintage and contemporary fabrics available from £4000. www.squintlimited.com
8. A classic leather sofa by Wesley-Barrell is covered in Linwood glamour mouse available from £1,675. www.wesley-barrell.co.uk
10. The decadent sofa range from Heals is a modern update on the classic camel back sofa available in different sizes prices start at £1516. www.heals.co.uk COMPÔNERE MAGAZINE
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BEAUTY Black leather watch by Thomas Sabo Green watch by Mimco Silver chain by Mimco
Bejewelled Photographed by Sarah Louise Johnson
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Purple bag by Paul and Joe
Photography: Sarah Louse Johnson www.sarahlouisephotography.com Styled: Irene Darko Make up: Lauren Baker Hair Eugene Davis: Hair:www.freelancetheworkspace.com Fashion assistant: Bianca Swan Model: Hollie @ IMG
Stockist: Thomas Sabo: 0208 740 7575 Topshop: 0844 984 0264 Paul & Joe: 0207 824 8844 Mimco: www.mimco.co.uk Dyrberg / Kern: www.dyrbergkern.com
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There’s Something About Lily by Cleo Evans
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veryone loves Lily. There is just something about this kooky and infectious
starlet. The talented singer and giggly girl has gone from ladette to lady, becoming a breath of fresh air that has slowly or accidentally breezed into our fashion consciousness. She openly shares her life and thoughts of her relationship experiences in her lyrics, stating “None of my songs are fictional, they’re all real.” Her sharp and humorous honesty delivers an endearing vulnerability that has whipped the British public and media into a frenzy.
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After an emotionally rocky and tumultuous year in 2008, Lily Allen has arrived in 2009. From TV producers to fashion royalty, it appears everyone wants a piece of her. As the face of Chanel’s cocoon bag campaign, Karl Lagerfeld has taken her under his wing and is keenly mentoring his latest fashion muse. Her current album “It’s Not Me it’s You” is a huge critical and commercial success and features among others the hit single “Not Fair”. On this track she intimately sings: “There’s just one thing that’s getting in the way/When we go up to bed you’re just no good/It’s such a shame/I look into your eyes, I want to get to know you/And then you make this noise and it’s apparent it’s all over.” Lily, 23, laughs off her lyrics and says: “Now guys are really nice when they’re breaking up with me because they don’t want to end up on a song. However she respectfully won’t reveal which ex she sings about.
As for one of her other hit singles “22” she sings about a young girls life changing beyond her own recognition and how society perceives a woman’s age at thirty. With an illustrious string of hits under her belt, its no wonder her tour of America, Australia and Japan left fans clambering for tickets. Recently returning from sell-out tours she has announced a fourth night at London’s Brixton Academy in December. With further dates in March and April. Excitingly she will be headlining with the man of the moment, Dizzee Rascal. Lily reveals: “I’m really looking forward to playing these special shows – I’m a massive fan of what Dizzee does”. Performing with Dizzee, another raw talent who equally in the past 12 months has scored three Number One singles, two of which are “Dance Wiv Me” and “Bonkers”. Dizzee replies: “Lily and I have both worked well in the past so it’s no doubt these shows will be nights to remember”. Surely a heady collaboration not to be missed. Lily Allen UK tour kicks off at the Liverpool
Lily Allen and Dizzee Rascal’s co headline
arena on the 9th December and ends in
arenas dates start in Friday 5th March and
Brixton on the 17th December 2009.
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When Super Brands Venture by Zoe Davison
BUGATTI
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ugatti Veyron went into production last year. However this fine specimen is purely bespoke and made to order. Typically
customers will visit a château based factory in France to hand pick their desired specifications. Understandable then that Bugatti can not give a fixed price. However expect to dig deep as you will pay nothing less for road price £1.4,000,000. Eye watering maybe, this car commands respect and leaves any onlooker or potential owner awestruck. The Bugatti Veyron 16.4 is styled by the renowned Paris fashion house Hermès, Images: Nick Dimbleby; Bruno Clergue
making the Veyron even more exceptional. Almost the entire interior of the Bugatti Veryon 16.4 Fbg par Hermès was produced in Hermès workshops. At this end of the market, the leather is selected and hand treated by Hermès. The fashion house successfully transfers its signature into the fine details of its interior while carefully paying attention to Bugatti’s aesthetic philosophy. One to watch: Galibier 16C The concept that Bugatti are toying with is no childs’ play, it is the new four-door family car! Two to three years away from production, it has gone down a storm at the world’s motor trade exhibitions. The Galibier has taken its name from the classic four-door Type 57 and it is looking like the car will hit around 217 miles per hour.
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HOTEL MISSONI
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he five-star Hotel Missoni is the first venture into the luxury hotel business for the Milan based fashion house. Off the busy main
street of the Old Town, leading up to Edinburgh Castle is where the Hotel Missoni proudly resides. Since throwing open its doors in June 2009 it has caused quite a buzz. While Rosita Missoni is not the first designer to branch into the hotel line, Versace, Bulgari, Ralph Lauren and Christian Lacroix have all veered in this direction. However Missioni’s grand design and painstaking creative input is a remarkable debut and certainly the most talked about. The merger came into fruition when, Rezidor; Brussels based hotel giant offered her this colossal multi-million pound design project with 30 other hotels offering Missioni’s style concept. Kuwait, Oman and Brazil to name a few. The entrance is sleek, modern and subtle, but once inside, you know you’re in the terrain of a self confident fashion dynasty. There is a proficient use of many tones and shades; perfectly controlled riot of colour. With a firm belief in mixing rather than matching the Missoni approach to colour gives its products an unmistakably strong character of their own that is instantly recognisable the world over. The choice of materials and the end result are every bit Missoni’s own selections of colour schemes. Every element – cutlery, bedsheets, pillowcases, towels, sofas – have the Missoni magic. Rooms starting rate is £210.
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FASHION
Spellbound Photographed by Jan Masny
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Silver dress with embellished top by Ruth Tarvydas
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Bustier dress, White, purple stripe by William Tempest
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Yellow flower dress by Afshin Feiz
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Black and White long drape dress by Harriet’s Muse
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Cream dress by Ruth Tarvydas
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Maroon and purple layered dress by Catharina Eden
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Crochet dress with monochrome print skirt by Jean Paul Gautier at Feathers
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Layered pink, cream, yellow tiered dress by Ruth Tarvydas
Art Direction: Jan Masny and Irene Darko Photography: Jan Masny www.janmasny.com Styled: Irene Darko. www.irenedarko.co.uk Make up: Elizabeth Hsieh www.truthbeauty.co.uk Hair: Ryutaro www.ryutaro.co.uk Fashion Assistant: Bianca Swan Model: Portia @ FM
Stockist: Afshin Feiz: www.afshinfeiz.com Catharina Eden: www.catharinaeden.com Ruth Tarvydas: www.ruthtarvydas.com William Tempest: at Browns 0207 514 0063 Jean Paul Gautier: at Feathers Boutique 0207 589 5802 Harriet’s Muse: www.harrietsmuse.com COMPÔNERE MAGAZINE
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FEATURE
Monsieur Kapoor by Christopher Phillips
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urner Prize winning artist, Anish Kapoor
blood-red wax, forcing its way through the
is showcasing a half-retrospective of
connecting archways between galleries. The
his work at his academic home, The
motion forces the slab to be carved out as a
Royal Academy of Arts. Best known for his
three dimensional loaf-shaped version of the
installations such as Sky Mirror (2006) in the
doorway. The residual gore left in its wake is
Rockefeller Centre, New York, and his Unilever
emulated in the galleries’ highlighted piece
Series at the Turbine Hall, Tate Modern,
Shooting the Cannon (2009). Three times an
Kapoor’s sensual work brings a heady realism
hour an industrious cannon is loaded up with
into a space that is usually reserved for a
10lb of the same coloured wax to be fired
posthumous homage to the masters of art.
directly into a wall, creating piles of viscous
If ambition could be measured by size, this exhibition would contain Kapoor’s most grandiose work to date. Svayambh (2007)
gloop that defaces the Neoclassical architraves and allows the sculpture to dramatically evolve over the duration of the exhibition.
takes up the entire breadth of Burlington
Soon after studying at the Hornsby College of
House as an invisibly propelled slab of
Art and the Chelsea School of Art, Kapoor found
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critical acclaim in his debut exhibition at Patrice
in closer reflections are spun upside down and
Alexandre in Paris, 1980, which featured early
back to front, the sense of reality is lost and the
pigment sculpture work inspired by the Hindu
feeling of floating towards a portal becomes
market stalls of his native India. He has shown
disorienting. Kapoor has created a very clever
at the XLIV in Venice where he was awarded the
way for people to mistake a seemingly harmless
Premio Duemila Prize for Britain, the Deutsche
object’s ability to question the space that exists
Guggenheim in Berlin and the Tate Britain in
around us and our very presence within this space.
London for which he won the coveted Turner Prize in 1991.
One of the more subtle pieces in the exhibition could easily be superseded by the brighter-
The centre room contains the artist’s most
than-neon reds and yellows of the pigment
easily recognisable style of work, although first
sculptures nearby. Stand at the correct angle to
impressions would confuse it momentarily for a
see Mother as Mountain, a slight swelling in the
funfair. Free standing aluminium surfaces have
centre of an otherwise nondescript white wall.
adults and children alike dancing in front of them
A feeling of understanding comes before the
looking at their distorted reflections, enjoying
mind processes the concept; the piece speaks
the whimsy of looking extra tall or rather squat.
unmistakably of the beauty of pregnancy. A
However, the most interactive pieces are the
pleasurable reminder that Kapoor is not merely a
curved discs mounted on the walls. As you move
show-off, but a highly inventive sculptor.
The Royal Academy of Arts, W1 Until 11th December 10am – 6pm daily Fridays until 10pm
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FICTION
Andrea’s Clanger Egus Goob
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Present: Gatwick Airport 11:45am. ‘Oh my God!! This can’t be happening to me! There must be some kind of mistake. I’m sure one of you can let me on this plane; you’ll find my particulars are very much in order! Look, is there any chance I can talk to a manager or someone in charge? Because I really don’t have the time to stand here messing around with you people.’ In her frantic mood, Andie looked up at the screen and noticed her BA flight had started to board. ‘Oi, excuse me! Passengers are boarding the bloody plane for my fight as I stand here squabbling with you! Surely you lot are making a bigger fuss than is necessary’. The flustered ground host were getting really frazzled by the agitated passenger, in a moment of desperation the manger told Andie to calm down. ‘Madam please, you ought to calm down so we can resolve the situation’. ‘Listen Mr. flight attendant, or whoever the hell you think you are, you can resolve my problem by just issuing me a boarding pass and letting me catch my bloody FLIGHT!’
Madam please,
Seven months earlier: Friday 3:30pm.
Andie took her last call for the afternoon and ran her pen through the last task on her ‘to-do’ list, with a great sigh of relief. Thoroughly pleased she had got through all her tasks and managed to meet the deadline for her report. She was even more thankful because the day had ended much earlier, she could go home and get a head start on the weekend without having to spend the rest of the afternoon with ‘the’ bitter bitch. Andie’s boss and devil incarnate had just been dumped by her boyfriend of five years. Just as Andie put her pen in its holder she noticed her desk vibrating, she quickly answered the phone. It was her friend Tracy. Tracy and Andie were two of a group of five friends who had stayed much closer to each other than the other three girls in the group. They always thought the pair of them had a lot more in common with each other than they had with the trio, it was sheer circumstance that led to the two of them becoming friends with the other three. Tracy made her way to platform 10 at Victoria Station to catch the four-thirty train to London Bridge. As usual the ever persuasive Tracy had made plans for their Friday evening. As Andie headed through the barriers to catch her train to Wandsworth Common, she wondered what young Tracy had up her sleeve, the last night out together was a little more than Andie had bargained for. She did not want a repeat of the experience anytime soon…
you ought to
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Opposite page Jasmine blossom print nightdress – by Calvin Klein On this page bra and suspenders set – by Myla
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Black, cream tulle and lace negligee – by La Perla
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Pastel chemise – by La Perla Shoes by Fendi
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Ivory bra and knickers set – by La Perla
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Nude pussy bow bra set with mid waist briefs – by Agent Provocateur
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Black frilled detailed briefs with pink ribbon trim – by Agent Provocateur
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Silky flesh toned night set with black lace trim – by Myla
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Electric blue lace bra, thong and suspender set – by La Perla
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Nude pussy bow bra set with mid waist briefs – by Agent Provocateur
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Japanese blossom print night dress with matching briefs – by Calvin Klein Opposite: Ruby bra and brief set with layered trimming – by Myla Shoes by Rupert Sanderson for Karl Lagerfeld
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Photography: Kurtay www.kurtay.co.uk Styling: Irene Darko www.irenedarko.co.uk Make up: Mia Yang www.miayang.co.uk Hair: Eugene Davis www.freelancetheworkspace.com Fashion assistant: Bianca Swan Model: Lina @ Nevs
Stockist: Agent Provocateur: 0207 243 1292 Rupert Sanderson: 0207 491 2234 Calvin Klein: www.calvinklein.com La Perla: 0207 291 0930 Fendi: 0207 235 4377 COMPﾃ年ERE MAGAZINE Myla: 0870 7455 003
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Characteristics of a dancer by Flora Pike
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hen we think of ballet the vision that comes to the minds eye is Margot Fonteyn. As one of our twentieth century idols she is deemed a true artiste, one who expressed herself in the form of dance.
Born in Surrey, she joined the Royal Ballet as a teenager where she began her journey to world class. Assigned for tuitions by her mother, she was trained by some of the best dance teachers of her time, namely Russian Olga Preobrajenska.
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Enduring long days of continuous practice her motivation never feigned, she quickly rose through the ranks to become centre stage and was crowned Prima ballerina assoluta at the Royal Ballet – then known as Sadler’s Wells in 1939. With growing popularity, choreographers grew inspired by Fonteyn; particularly Frederick Ashton, chief choreographer-director at the Royal Ballet. With a fondness of Fonteyne he created a number of major roles specifically for her. She not only entertained but she
She not only entertained but she moved millions…
moved millions during her long and graceful career. Duly her status as a celebrity was paved through her partnership with Rudolph Nureyev. Their storming performances came at a time when all speculated Fonteyn would hang up her dancing shoes as an ageing ballerina. Contrary to belief, Fonteyn aged 40 was paired with a partner half her age. This was unquestionably the beginning of a new chapter to her dancing career. For two dancers with such differing backgrounds their spectacular performances mirrored an astounding connection not yet seen. Nureyev, once said they danced with “one body, one soul”. A statement which sparked questions about their off stage relationship. One which Fonteyn denied. Sadly one night tragedy struck her before going on stage, learning of an attempted assassination of her husband the controversial diplomat Roberto Arias. This incident left Roberto Arias a quadriplegic for the rest of his life. Aware of her husbands fate she remarkably danced seamlessly through her show, however the
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insufferable pain remained etched on Fonteyn’s face.
Matthew Bourne’s Swan Lake returns
With an enduring resilience Fonteyn’s continued her dancing career
to the Sadler’s Wells Theatre this
and her magical partnership with Nureyev developed all the more,
Christmas – opening 18th December
they later appeared together in a film version of Swan Lake and
2009, running to 24th January 2010.
Kenneth MacMillan’s Romeo and Juliet.
Box office: 0844 412 4300
Despite suffering an arthritic foot her career went on until 1979, her
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sixtieth year. She eventually retired to Panama as a Dame. There
Snow Queen – English National Ballet
she lived out her retirement caring for her paralysed husband.
From 8th to 17th January 2010
Recognised for her serene poise and beauty, Dame Margot
Box office: 0844 847 1722
Fonteyn still remains Britain’s greatest dancer and ballerina.
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MUST HAVES
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Christmas Must Haves by Bianca Swan
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This season is all about key luxury pieces that will add a touch of glamour to any evening outfit. For the perfect winter look make an impact with Luxe fabrics and tones of gold and emerald green. Here we have put together a selection of our favourite ‘must have’ accessories to see you through the festive season.
1 Stockist information Louis Vuitton, 02073994050, www.louisvuitton.com – Stephen Dweck ring, Available from Liberty of London, www.liberty.co.uk – Belen Echandia, www.belenechandia.com – House of Waris rings, available at Liberty of
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4 1 Gold sequin bag, price on request by Louis Vuitton.
2 Gold ring set with green stones, £200 by Stephen Dweck.
3 Gold clutch, £250 by Belen Echandia. 4 Gold netting rings, prices start from £3,210 by House of Waris.
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5 Black leather gloves, £79.95 by Sermoneta. 6 Green handbag, prices start from £1200 by Chanel.
7 Keenan Gold Heel, £595 by Jimmy Choo.
7 London, www.liberty.co.uk – Sermoneta Gloves, 02074919009, www.sermonetagloves.co.uk – Chanel, 02074935040 – Jimmy Choo, 32 Sloane Street, Knightsbridge, London, SW1X 9NR, 02073685000.
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CATWALK REPORT
Catwalk Fix by Irene Darko
seasonal party frocks
OSCAR DE LA RENTA ALBERTA FERRETTI
Images: ﾂｩ 2009 Catwalk Pictures
Fanciful Lace This season, black lace is the way to go. Elegant and ultimately the most feminine of fabrics, Alberta Ferretti makes use of delicate materials to create subtle transparency.
La Grande Regal Oscar De La Renta takes this grand evening look to regal proportions. This purple off-shoulder column dress is perfect for that special occasion. The cinched in mid waist belt completes this stunning look.
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CHRISTIAN DIOR
BALMAIN
The Goddess Gown
High-Octane Glamour Why not sparkle in an off shoulder body-con dress to achieve a retrospective glam rock effect. Solely Christophe Decarnin, at Balmain is the man responsible for this year’s revival of the 80’s glam rock cult look we have all come to love.
At Christian Dior, John Galliano brings us the ethereal goddess gown. Look effortlessly pretty in light floaty fabrics that sway with your every step.
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Sleek! Quirky Layering A playful approach to layering, Graeme Black shows us how best to wear luxe fabrics and pleated ruffles.
An easy breezy dress that makes a statement with minimal fuss. Slide into this frock and away you go. The embellished neckline is reminiscent of ethnic trends we have seen over past seasons. As usual Matthew Williamson transfers this otherwise spring summer look into this years festive wardrobe must have. COMPÔNERE MAGAZINE
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ARTS
Pop Life Art In A Material World Tate Gallery Until 17 January 2010 – Free Admission See work by Tracey Emin, Damien Hirst, Jeff Koons and Andy Warhol. This exhibition explores how artists since the 1980s have promoted their work by cultivating strong media personas to build their own brand.
Beatles to Bowie National Portrait Gallery Until 24 January 2010 Book on line tickets £1.70
Gustav Metzger Serpentine Gallery Until 8 November 2009 – Free admission
Beatles to Bowie explores how these pop icons help create the ‘swinging 60s’ in London. The exhibition illustrates how music, performance, image and fashion merge together making London an important cultural capital.
The show will include key works from Metzger’s career spanning some 50 years of his work reflects his lifelong involvement in left-wing politics, ecology and the power of Industrial societies.
Norman Parkinson: A Very British Glamour
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Until 31 January 2010 Somerset House – Free Admission
The Turner Prize
One of the great pioneers of fashion photography he influenced generations and redefined glamour in fashion beyond the stiff formality of his predecessors.
Tate Gallery Until 16 January 2010 – Free Admission Tate gallery showcases the four invited contemporary artists nominated for this years Turner award.
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Sophisticated Settings by Zita Savage
To bring some glamour to your table this season it’s best to choose one or two colours to work with, keeping it simple. A classic white tablecloth provides a great backdrop for your table and you can jazz it up with a coloured runner and accessories. Try to keep all arrangements at a low level so family and friends can talk over them, light candles to create a mood.
You can add height with glasses and candlesticks,
There are so many beautiful candles that
silver brings a sparkle
can do wonders, different shapes and
to the table and always
shades will add character to your setting.
works well at Christmas. Set out place mats in
Candlesticks £28 and
anything from linen to felt,
hammered tealights
make it interesting with
£10 both from Lombok;
decorative name tags.
Champagne flutes £30 and tree decorations both from John Lewis; Table runner from Next £10.
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The Best of the Bunch by Zita Savage
Festive flowers and decorative foliage that will brighten up your home this Christmas. Silver sparkle bouquet from www.johnlewis.com £45
Elegantly Decorated Christmas conifer from www.bloom.co.uk £59 Long stem white avalanche roses at www.thewhiteflowercompany.com £99
Patience cottage bouquet from www.davidaustinroses.com £49.95 Lilac scented roses with frosted artichoke at www.janepackerdelivered.com £45
Christmas rose and freesia gift bag from www.marksandspencer.com £35
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Scented ivory rose and herb wreath available at www.realflowers.co.uk £80
Decorated all year round rosemary bush from www.plants4presents.co.uk £27 Holly tree available at www.tree2mydoor.com £24.50
Tartan bows and birch wreath available at www.festivegarlands.co.uk available from £15
Heart white berry wreath with organza www.dobbies.co.uk £14.98
A striking stem of Cymbidium Orchids available at www.interflora.co.uk £65
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DINING OUT
No35 Restaurant Tucked away in the heart of London’s Notting Hill is the No35 restaurant, set within the bounds of the Hempel Hotel. No35 have a chic and understated elegance and the décor illustrates a luxurious monochrome palette in a minimalist fashion. The refined atmosphere provides an ideal venue for that low-key business meeting or a romantic intimate dinner for two. The restaurant’s seasonal menu offers the best in British and European In the stylish village of Marylebone, amongst the designer shops and stylish shoppers sits the smart
ingredients, all born and hand picked by specialist suppliers.
Orerry restaurant. Orerry provides a relaxed and
Great service and attentive staff will
trendy venue, and in keeping with its historic charm,
bring you back for more signature
it is housed in an old stable block.
dishes such as Scottish diver scallops
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and artichoke puree.
The dining room is flooded with light from the circular windows that are along one side of the restaurant, the terrace and intimate bar act as a great escape from the hustle and bustle of the West End. Head Chef Igor Tymchyshyn previously of Michelin starred Mirabelle, has created a French seasonally changing menu. Full of delights such as assiett of froie gras: au vin rouge and beef Rossini and sauce Périgourdine.
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GADGETS
The new iKaraoke brings all the fun of X Factor to your iPod without the ordeal of a panel of judges. This clever microphone plugs into your iPod and lets you sing to your favourite tracks. Celia Birtwell Alarm Clock by Wild and Wolf. This trendy alarm clock is part of a range of useful designer print accessories created by Celia Birtwell. A must have accessory for any home £22 www.heals.co.uk
Play, pause, forward and back buttons on the mic let you skip through tracks on your iPod. This has to be without doubt the most fun accessory from iPod. £29. www.amazon.co.uk
We introduce the worlds most expensive BlackBerry. Amosu turned out a new glorious addition to its Luxury brand. The BlackBerry smartphone called Amosu Curva, priced at an astounding £120,000 taking 350 precious hours to create. Only three handsets will be available.
LAPTOP by Vivienne Tam. Add a little cheerfulness to your daily routine. The enticingly designed mini
The owner of the Amosu Curva will be
laptop will set you apart from the crowd. £279.
holding a handset made of 18-carat yellow
Available from www. hp.co.uk
gold with a unique design. Diamond encrusted with 4,459 gems!
Head turning headsets that stays put! Ideal for workout fanatics! Equipment with high magnetic neodymium brings you modulated high quality sound. £44.99. www.audioout.co.uk
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VENETIAN FLAVOURS by Flora Pike
Danielli Hotel Venice
One of the most beautiful and romantic cities in Europe is of course Venice where the Danielli resides. This ‘once upon a time’ palace, which has now been masterfully transformed, oozes nothing but absolute opulence and splendour. Located in the heart of the city just steps away from Piazza san Marco, the hotel boasts soaring ceilings, murano chandeliers and a spectacular sweeping staircase. Luxurious rooms depicting period style furnishings that reflect a rich and elegant
history,
with
breathtaking
views of the lagoon. The terrazzo restaurant on the rooftop accompanied by the panoramic terrace, is a dining experience not to be missed. While dining in this most enviable location, enjoy rare views of the island of San Giorgio and romantic sunsets over the Grand Canal while tucking into classic Venetian flavours.
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SHOMPOLE MASA MARA KENYA The stylish winter safari getaway leaves nothing to the imagination; this beautifully untouched part of Africa offers a complete ‘back to nature’ experience. Its exotic mix of Japanese minimalism and palapa architecture best describes, the simplicity of this lofty disposition. Situated on the side of the Ngruman escarpment, overlooking the sweeping expanse of the Great Rift Valley, the camp is positioned to make the best of an incredible view and an ultra cool breeze. The lodge has spectacular views of the dusty plains of a conservation area below and a mighty volcano opposite; it truly is a unique location. It boasts cascading waterfalls, swimming pools and a luxurious
It boasts cascading waterfalls…
outside bath where you can cleanse away your cares under a starlit night. Shompole is the ultimate haven for relaxation and luxury among international travellers, ideal for anyone who wants to while away time in true African wilderness or to simply unwind in chic style within the grounds of this dream destination. COMPÔNERE MAGAZINE
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