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Contents
Issue 2
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7 | Editor’s Page A note from our Editor, Lee Joseph Hagan
12 | Judy Chicago Our Features Editor meets the iconic feminist artist
32 | A Beacon of Beauty The Collective discovers Beauty Bazaar� Harvey Nichols a global first for our city
9 | Team Page We introduce the newest member of our team, Jmeel Allen
15 | Lauren Baker Mosaics This issue’s Collective Prediction focuses on the talented British artist who is making waves with her striking collections
36 | Elaine Cunningham Interiors A look at the latest collections from Liverpool’s favourite interior designer
19 | This Little Lantern of Mine We discover Liverpool’s most intimate fringe venue, The Lantern Theatre
39 | Room 103 Check out The Collective’s glamorous photo shoot featuring Philip Armstrong’s Resort 2013 collection
20 | Ian Skelly Lisa Southern catches up with The Coral’s Ian Skelly as he releases his debut solo album
48 | Hollywood Hair Our Features Editor gets the celebrity treatment with hair extensions from Dianne Marshall
22 | Art in Print This issue’s Art in Print focuses on the UK’s biggest painting competition, The John Moores Painting Prize
50 | Lip Doctor Aesthetics We take a look at the newest treatments available from Dr Fab and Lisa Equizi 53 | Dion’s Column Liverpool’s hair stylist to the stars shares his top hair tips for men 54 | Collective Christmas A selection of The Collective’s favourite festive treats 57 | Merchants Bar & Restaurant We review 62 Castle Street’s stylist restaurant and cocktail lounge 60 | Social Pages A look at some of the fabulous events we’ve been to this past month 64 | A glass of Prosescco with Dan Hughes, the Labour political advisor from Liverpool
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Editors Note Darlings, Welcome to issue 2 – I am as proud as punch of this issue and I feel really grateful to be working with a team of creative, dedicated and hard working people. We love what we do and I hope our passion shines through in the pages you are about to read. The success of issue 1 has taken The Collective to a whole new level in such a short space of time. It has been surreal to see the team creating advertising campaigns as early on as issue 2 with brands that we had dreamed of working with prior to Collective’s inception. Philip Armstrong are our main feature story for this issue apptly titled ‘The Art of Beauty’. Love Amelia has brought the house down once again with a unique piece of art for the front cover that features some of Armstrong’s famous designs from over the years. We showcase their Resort 2013 collection across our ‘Room 103’ fashion shoot with extracts from my interview included. The duo were surprisingly very down to earth and humble despite the international success they have accomplished. This month has been all about Beauty Bazaar Harvey Nichols and the launch events seemed to never end, creating major pressure for the several outfit changes required. However, I did get to meet the man behind Mariah’s tan when she visits London, James Read. I very kindly offered my services as his assistant should he have a ‘Mariah job’ come in anytime soon – needless to say he didn’t buy it. Oh well, you can’t blame a boy for trying! Festivities are in the air again and I took the image you see in between meetings. The city looks even more stunning at Christmas time and being the patriotic scouser that I am, I had to share it. Now as much as I love talking about myself I do have a new issue to produce and of course a soirée or two to attend. See you in 2013 darlings, Lee Joseph Hagan
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Collective Team Editor – Lee Joseph Hagan Lee@thecollectivebrand.com
Features Editor – Joanne Mottram Joanne@thecollectivebrand.com
Fashion Editor – Siobhan Noble Siobhan@thecollectivebrand.com
Designer – Jmeel Allen hello@jmeel.co.uk www.jmeel.co.uk
This issue, The Collective is proud to welcome a new member to our ever growing team. Allow us to introduce to you the man behind all the amazing designs and layouts featured throughout issue two, our new designer, Jmeel Allen.
Jmeel is originally from Wales and has been working as a designer for seven years. He is now based in Liverpool but works with clients as far as Manchester, London and even the Middle East. Whilst freelancing under his own name, Jmeel also co-runs design and branding outfit, Sjjudio. www.jmeel.co.uk www.sjjudio.com
Photographer – Viktorija Grigorjevaite www.vggv.co.uk
Contributors: Writer – Matt Welsh Writer – Lisa Southern Writer – Dion Padan Writer – Steve Potts Front cover illustration – Kerry Jones for Love Amelia
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When Southern met Skelly Predictions: Lauren Baker The Lantern Theatre & bar Internationally renowned artist & feminist Judy Chicago Art in print: John Moores Painting Prize
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∆ Ian in the studio
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Words– Lisa Sourthern
“I’ve used the techniques of 60’s and 70’s recording by using a Tascam tape cassette machine, tracked vocals and layered guitars.”
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Lisa Southern catches up with fellow Wirral space cadet The Coral’s Ian Skelly.
his December sees Wirral singer/ songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and visual artist Ian Skelly release his debut album through Catertown Records. Cut From A Star is Ian’s first solo long player having previously drummed for The Coral for over a decade.
from The Sundowners. As well as Ian’s brother and Coral singer James Skelly and Coral musicians Paul Duffy, Nick Power and Lee Southall. Bob Pickin is on double bass and harmonica for the tracks ‘DNA’ and ‘Cut From A Star’ and Miles Kane is on guitar for the end track ‘It’s Only Love.’
The Coral formed in Hoylake in the late 90s whilst still in their early teens. By 2001 the NME had declared them ‘the best new band in England’ and the following year their self-titled debut album was nominated for the Mercury Music Prize.
“I’m really looking forward to going out and playing the record live. It will be loads different from what I’ve done before, I’m stepping out from behind the drums” says the former sticksman.
“There’s been some really memorable moments’ Ian reminiscences “The Maine Road gig with Oasis and The Liverpool Philharmonic show stand out. Also touring America and playing the Troubadour Club in LA, which was sound because of its history.” So are The Coral on a break? “Creatively we all felt we needed to take a bit of time out and just do our own thing. The rest of the band have been working on their solo material, as well as helping me with mine” he laughs. “When it feels right with everyone we’ll release something. We’ve already got half an album recorded with producer John Leckie.” Cut From A Star, his self-produced 11-track album was inspired by a dream/hallucination he had whilst suffering with a severe fever in 2009. It was recorded over the last couple of years at The Coral’s rehearsal space, The Coral Caves, on the Wirral, using a vintage Tascam tape cassette machine. The music combines influences from the spiritual side of psychedelia. “The music is deliberately lo-fi” explains Ian. “I’ve used the techniques of 60’s and 70’s recording by using a Tascam tape cassette machine, tracked vocals and layered guitars.” The album also includes appearances by Liam Power from By The Sea and Fiona and Niamh
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“I’m just putting the live band together now and we’ll be doing some live shows. I want to combine the visual aspect of the album on stage so we’re looking at ways to get that across.” You’ve turned your hand to producing too? “Yeah, I’m producing James’s (Skelly) solo album which is out next year and I produced The Sundowners single with our James, so the band are still all together a lot of the time. “The Sundowners have just done their first tour and have only been together a short while but they have been getting an unbelievable response from their gigs and are great live. They’ll be back in the studio in the new year recording more songs for their debut album” he adds. Muddy Waters, Howling Wolf, Koko Taylor and The Red Devils are on his current playlist. “I listen to a lot of Chess recordings, blues and soul stuff. I really like Northern Soul and Stacks.” So Ian, anything left on the to-do list then? “Fly into space on the Galactic Spaceship!” In the meantime, watch this space for news on Ian’s live dates and releases www.ianskellymusic.com Cut From A Star by Ian Skelly is out now.
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Collective Prediction– Lauren Baker The Collective is all about promoting creative talent and each issue we predict a rising star who we feel is going to make a real impact within their industry. This issue we chat to emerging British artist Lauren Baker, who is making waves in the art industry with her innovative and striking collections.
Words– Joanne Mottram
lready Lauren Baker’s art has been shown in London, New York, Venice and parts of Brazil and India, despite the fact that she has only been in the art industry for less than two years. “My background is in marketing and events, which I enjoyed”, explains Lauren, “however I fancied a change from 9-5 so I set off on an inspiring adventure to South America. It was unreal. I joined a street art project mosaicing the streets of Brazil and I went to the Peruvian Amazon and learnt lots from shamans. I had an epiphany that I should become an artist. I’ve never been so certain of anything, so as soon as I got back from South America I flew to Venice and studied mosaic”. Lauren completed an intensive ‘Masters in Mosaico’ at the Orsoni School of Mosaics in Venice, Italy in
2011 and achieved a distinction in her Diploma in wall and floor tiling. It was her father who inspired her to follow her dreams of becoming an artist, and more specifically, an artist that specialises in mosaics; “I like making a mess, smashing things up, fixing a puzzle and I like making collages. I don’t like drawing and I don’t get excited about 2d”, says Lauren. “I started mosaics as a hobby at the age of 28 after my dad asked me ‘what did you like doing when you were five? How can you turn that childhood passion into something you can enjoy now?’ The answer was mosaic. My dad is a legend, he is always encouraging people to listen to their ‘inner child’ and think differently”. Lauren’s creations include ethically sourced deer skulls that are gilded in gold leaf and embellished with beads and mosaics and dramatic human skulls, brightly embellished and inspired by the Mexican Day of the
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Dead. Her work has become a hit with media and celebrities alike, appearing on ITV’s This Morning show and in George Michael’s music video White Light, with Kate Moss. Joe Corre – of labels Child of Jago, and Agent Provocateur – owns one of her skulls and highly sought after male model and MTV presenter, Ash Stymest is the face of her skull art.
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Collective had experienced. “Mexican Day of Dead, memento mori, the amazon jungle, shamanistic rituals and mythology are themes that inspire my work”, explains Lauren. “I think skulls have a powerful presence because they remind us of our own mortality. We’re not here forever and I like to remember that daily so that I make the most of my life, live my dreams and have no regrets.
So what has been her favourite collection so far to work on, I am intrigued to ask; “The Enchanted Afterlife collection my lavishly adorned deer skulls were pieces are embellished, painted and gilded in gold or metal. It’s excessive. More is more. Each animal has a name and a story telling its age, where it lived, habits of the breed and how it perished. I want them to have personalities as the work is a homage to the living creature and its ever lasting beauty. I am exploring the concept of there being an afterlife. I like to think that they become god-like in the afterlife”.
“Damien Hirst said: ‘Decorating something you don’t understand is a great way of coming to terms with it.’ He was discussing the meaning of his crystal skull - For The Love of God. His work echoes an obsession with death - and I can relate to that. Death is the unknown and the unknown can be scary. I try to face fear rather than ignore it. Death is a part of life and I think it’s beautiful because it gives life meaning death makes moments more precious. Also his art is shocking and I love being shocked”.
Lauren hosted a Living Dead workshop at Tate Modern this past summer in which 200 participants painted and embellished 3D human cast skulls. The Damien Hirst inspired workshop led by Lauren was ‘one of the most popular’ the Tate
Lauren also released her mosaic fashion works this year which included a mosaic shoe collaboration with luxury shoe designer Joanne Stoker and a crystal, stingray and pearl encrusted mosaic cape collaboration with innovative label
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Velvet Johnstone. “When I collaborated with Velvet Johnstone to design an embellished cape I was inspired by nature and the sea. I wanted to create a cape fit for a sea goddess so I used pearls, stingray fish leather and sharks teeth”, she says. “I love collaborating. Merging ideas and sharing knowledge is key to evolving. It’s important to keep exploring and feeding your imagination. I’m very open to different realms of creativity so it’s definitely a possibility that I would collaborate again if the right designer approached me”. So what’s next in Lauren’s busy work schedule? “Harrods have selected my work for their Christmas display - eight skulls, including some of my latest Swarovski crystal skulls are on show till the end of December. I have also recently made a Swarovski encrusted wolf head - I molded a wolf form and applied 7320 crystals. It was a long process and I got really attached to the wolf so I didn’t want to hand it over to the House of Wolf who commissioned the piece”, she laughs. “But I am currently working on commissions for Christmas people contact me directly and I do made-to-order skulls. In the new year I will be working with Nicolas Dixon on new mosaic projects”.
Making the bold decision to switch careers has definitely paid off for Lauren and her last hectic two years seems set to continue as she goes from strength to strength, taking the art world by storm. But what advice would she give to those wanting to follow their own dreams and passions? “I love the words ‘blue sky thinking’ - think of your wildest dreams and start making it your reality. Give up things that you don’t really need or want in order to make room for what you really want. If you’re not sure what your passion is, think about what you liked doing when you were a child”, she wisely says. “I chose to give up a stable lifestyle, and the feeling of ‘switching off ’ after a 9-5 day. In return I run my own business, I make the decisions, explore my dreams and I have ultimate creativity. It’s not ‘work’ because I love my job. Go for it, and think big”. For all enquiries or commissions contact Lauren Baker directly via email lauren@laurenbakermosaics.com or visit www.laurenbakermosaics.com
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It was 1962 that Motown’s Artist and Repertoire Director William “Mickey” Stevenson first heard the voice that would become synonymous with “the sound of young America.” A young jazz/blues singer with the unlikely name of “Martha Lavaille” was bringing audiences to their feet at Detroit’s famed 20 Grand Nightclub singing songs made popular by singers the likes of Gloria Lynne and Della Reese.
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The godfather of dub and the high priest of reggae. Bob Marley’s producer and a truly original musical innovator. From 1970s Jamaica to the present day his music has been consistently excellent and his influence consistently enormous.
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Monday 22nd April 2013 – Tickets £17.50 Box Office 0151-236 9994/ Ticketmaster
Pere Ubu under the tutelage of David Thomas, make a disorienting mix of midwestern groove rock, “found” sound, analog synthesizers, falling-apart song structures and careening vocals. It is a mix that has mesmerized critics, musicians and fans for decades. Formed ‘75 in Cleveland, Ohio, despite many long-term band members, singer David is the only constant. James Chance meets Mark E Smith. A true maverick.
.... Also coming up The Spin Doctors (24 January 2013), The Travelling Band (10 March 2013)
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This Little Lantern of Mine iverpool has historically been a city that enjoys not just putting on a show, but watching one too. Not as uncultured as our southern counterparts might believe, this city has a long standing history of theatre-going that shows no signs of fading. From Dirty Dancing to Swan Lake, there is certainly no shortage of big budget spectaculars being brought here, but what about the more up and coming, boundary breaking stuff that is usually associated with the Edinburgh Festival or fringe venues in London? A city with a need to sink its teeth into something a tad grittier may well have the answer. Nestled in the heart of the ever fashionable Baltic Triangle, The Lantern Theatre has been doing wonderful things of late. Owner Margaret Connell took the reins in October 2011 and in that time, with the help of her family, has established a reputation as not only one of the most welcoming and inviting venues in the city, but a theatre that is accessible to anybody looking to showcase their talent. First time visitors often approach the bar puzzled; “Where is the theatre?” they’ll say – and rightly too. Arriving at The Lantern, the atmosphere is instantly warm and cosy, almost too homely for a
Words– Matt Welsh
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Matt Welsh discovers Liverpool’s most intimate “fringe” venue – The Lantern Theatre
theatre. Curtains drape the performance space giving the illusion of an intimate yet trendy bar and exposed brickwork and shabby antique furniture complete the Camden Lock inspired look. Small enough to feel at home, large enough to appreciate this is a serious theatre, imagine how 1920s speakeasy’s would have felt across the pond. A building not meant for this use, but oddly it works. Turn off your Instagram filter because this place comes with a readymade glow. The hospitable interior is mirrored by the attitude of owner Margaret who in the last year has taken some well judged risks, bringing shows to the stage that are new to not just Liverpool but audiences everywhere. August of this year saw Grin Productions bring Queertet to The Lantern. This was in turn the first theatre event to be included in Liverpool’s Gay Pride programme. As the festive season approaches The Lantern already has a stocking-filled programme. As well as hosting its very own Christmas fayre on 8 December, it is also sticking with its theatre roots with a specially commissioned piece due to be shown. Take a Hint have written and are due to perform Scarlet’s Secret Snow Globe, a tale that will no doubt captivate young and old, this is definitely one to bring the whole family to. If you
do prefer something more traditional, Spikes Christmas Carol is also showing in December and is strictly for adults and brave children (let’s say the over 12s) giving an unforgettable interpretation of the Dickens classic. So what’s next for The Lantern? With such a diverse back catalogue of events surely not much is left in the way of new concepts? Not quite. Busy nurturing some home grown talent, the imminent launch of a writers group aims to give budding talent the chance to share ideas with likeminded people and get the guidance of professionals. With 2013’s plan including at least three Lanterncreated pieces, this gives all promising writers the chance to gain experiences like no other and gives the audience the chance to see tomorrow’s stars today. Owner Margaret makes it clear The Lantern is a long term project for herself and her family. With an aim to be champions of new, exciting and groundbreaking work, its hard not to want to fully support this local gem. In an age where a trip to the cinema ends up costing about as much as a weekly food shop, I challenge anybody to visit and not fall for its charms. For a full list of up and coming events or to book tickets please visit www.thelanterntheatre.co.uk
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Judy Chicago
Joanne Mottram delves into the iconic history of feminist art with the talented and inspiring Judy Chicago
Words– Joanne Mottram
Art Collective –Interview
he Collective ethos focuses primarily on arts and culture within Liverpool, promoting new talent and showcasing the best events and exhibitions that our city has to offer. So when it comes to the Liverpool art scene, one place that has to be mentioned is the contemporary community arts centre, The Black-E. The Black-E took over from the former Great George Street Congregational Church way back in October 1967, were a team of talented artists led by Wendy and Bill Harpe began their cultural adventures with long term aims and an ‘open door’ policy. The location of the building to Britain’s oldest African-Caribbean community and to Europe’s oldest Chinatown was a perfect fit and meant that cultural diversity could be easily celebrated. Women took on a leading role from the earliest years, which meant that the organisation has evolved a commitment to women and the arts. It is this relationship between women and the arts that brought The Collective team to The Black-E to meet the
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artist, author, feminist, educator, and intellectual, Judy Chicago. Judy’s work spans over five decades and has been exhibited all over the world, pioneering Feminist Art and art education and inspiring countless women to find their own voice in a once male-dominated arena. Perhaps her most famous work is The Dinner Party, a multi-media installation created in 1974 presenting the history of women in Western civilisation. The 39 women represented by place settings at the dinner table have become an icon of feminist art, and one of these women is Virginia Woolf. In 1982 Judy visited Liverpool for the first time when Bill Harpe decided to honour the centenary of Virginia Woolf ’s birth with a celebration named Sister to Shakespeare. It was at this event that Judy Chicago was the guest artist, leading a seminar and giving a slide show and talk about her work. She also gave a lecture on Women, Arts and Society: A Tribute to Virginia Woolf and this has now been transcribed and reworked for publication by the Black-E together with a recording of the original lecture. Judy has now returned to The
Black-E thirty years on, not only for the publication of her original lecture, but also for her exhibition Voices from The Song of Songs which is on display in Liverpool for the first time at The Black-E. The exhibition is a series of six paired prints with accompanying documentation. It is inspired by Marcia Falk’s new translation of the Biblical text and uses an innovative combination of lithography and helio-relief to explore mutuality of desire and a shared enjoyment of sexual pleasure that is unusual in the history of art. As a woman in a creative industry, it felt very humbling and awe-inspiring to meet someone as iconic as Judy Chicago. I was fascinated to hear what her opinions are on where feminism stands today, which was my opening question as I sat across from her in a private room upstairs at The Black-E. “Somebody told me that there has been a resurgence of interest in the UK in terms of feminism and feminist art. I said that’s probably because feminist theorists are very fond of saying that feminism is a shifting construct. People have all kinds of issues around gender
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roles and accepting a more fluid identity. The same issues come up over and over again for women and gays and lesbians. Even if they have gone through university they learn this idea of the world being somewhat different than what they encounter when they come out school”, explains Judy. “This happened to me when I got to college because my parents believed in equal rights for women and that was the good news - the bad news was that they didn’t tell me that the rest of the world didn’t go along with it”. So what can be done to change this; “Until feminism and women’s history in the feminist art movement are incorporated into the curriculum of universities, not as an add-on but where everybody studies it, this thing will keep happening.Young women will encounter the same problems, young men will encounter the same problems and they won’t know the whole history. This history that included men, dating back hundreds of years, proving there have always been men that have supported feminism too. “That’s how civilisation advances by building on the achievements of the people who went before us. There has been a lot of change but it hasn’t been translated into the institutions yet and people still grow up without knowing this alternative history. It’s not taught so everybody has to discover it for themselves”. This point that Judy raised really hit home with me personally, as I remember my experience as a English Literature student in university being similar. Of course we read work by women writers, including Virginia Woolf, but studying feminism as a whole was not incorporated into the curriculum, but rather as an ‘add-on’ as Judy calls it, or an extra module that was optional rather than being presented as something that needs to be taught and understood. I was interested to hear what Judy’s advice would be to young women in the creative industry today; “What helped me was learning my history as a woman, which I had to learn all by myself. When I was a young woman it wasn’t taught in school in fact I was taught the opposite, that women had
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never done anything in history. Once I became a young struggling artist trying to find a place for myself as a woman, I wondered if any women before me had encountered the same obstacles and I discovered that there were all these women who had made incredible contributions and who had experiences like I had, and they had written about it and painted about it. Knowing that history changed my life”.
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It was now almost time for Judy to give her speech to the ever growing crowd downstairs, but I couldn’t let her leave without asking what it felt like to read her lecture on Women, Art and Society: A Tribute to Virginia Woolf back again after thirty years; “It chocked me up, it was like meeting my younger self ”, she laments. “It reminded me of the 1970s and how we all believed we could change the world. That’s a time that has long passed and I know a lot of young people don’t feel that way now. Many of the goals I outlined in my lecture have been achieved.Young women can be themselves in their work to a degree that was impossible when I was young. Women and artists of colour are exhibiting all over the world, which is to be celebrated. But we must always remember that these achievements came at the cost of Woolf ’s suicide. It is a worthy – though painful – heritage, one to be remembered, cherished and appreciated”. For more information on Judy Chicago visit www.judychicago.com or for further information on the events at The Black-E visit www.theblack-e.co.uk
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his issue we take a look at some of the brilliant submissions for the John Moores Painting Prize, the UK’s biggest painting competition that runs from 15 September 2012 to 6 January 2013. The competition, a major part of the Liverpool Biennial, brings together the most exciting and cutting edge in contemporary painting with a first prize of £25,000, plus four runner-up prizes of £2,500. It’s entered anonymously and open to all UK-based artists working with paint. This year’s judges were Fiona Banner (artist), Iwona Blazwick (Director of the Whitechapel), Angela de la Cruz (artist), George Shaw (artist) and Alan Yentob (Creative Director of the BBC). The panel chose Manchester-born Sarah Pickstone as the lucky winner of this most prestigious title. The prize was awarded by Sir Peter Blake (patron, and winner of the junior prize in 1961) to Sarah for her intriguing work, Stevie Smith and the Willow. Sarah’s remarkable work is now on display with the 61 other paintings, including the four additional prize winners, selected from more than 3,000 entries. Other prize winners include The Greater Light by Biggs & Collings, M is Many by Ian Law, Gallery by Stephen Nicholas and Untitled Kerbstone Painting (MJK) by Narbi Price. The exhibition is free to enter and is held at the Walker Art Gallery which is open daily from 10am - 5pm. For more information on the prize www.liverpoolmuseums.org.uk/johnmoores
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A Beacon of Beauty Style Collective – Feature
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Words– Lee Joseph Hagan & Joanne Mottram
Beauty Bazaar Harvey Nichols has opened its doors to the uber glamorous residents of the city of Liverpool. The Collective chats to Beauty Director Daniela Rinaldi about the concept behind her creation=
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espite it being two days before its official opening, myself and The Collective team were lucky enough to be invited for a pre-sneak-peak at the global beacon of beauty that is Beauty Bazaar. Harvey Nichols Of course we were all very excited and expecting to be overly impressed by what we saw, but after being led through the back door service entrance (our preview was so early that the front doors were not even in use yet) and into the store itself, we were literally lost for words at the sparkling beauty emporium that lay before us. The collective “wow” that eventually escaped our lips turned out to be very apt after our tour of the three floors, as we were seated with a latte in the fabulous champagne lounge, named the Wow Bar. The store was a hive of activity with the last finishing touches being made as we waited to meet Daniela Rinaldi. Daniela is the Group
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Concessions and Beauty Director at Harvey Nichols and has worked for the department store chain since 1986 when she started on the shop floor in Knightsbridge. With such a glamorous and coveted job title you couldn’t help but feel slightly in awe as we were introduced to her, but she was very friendly and her excitement at seeing her ‘baby’ - as she calls it – getting very near to completion was evident all over her face. “My mother came from beauty”, she explains, when I start off by asking her how she got into the beauty industry. “My earliest memories of her are her lotions and potions and smells. I always had an affinity with beauty, for me it reminds me of good things. I was actually doing languages when I first started working on the counter in Harvey Nichols. It was really to earn money to travel but then I got the retail bug. I liked meeting people, I liked selling and I liked that you could do something positive in terms
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“Why Liverpool? Why not?”, That’s the simple answer I was given when I asked Daniela this question.
of making an impact. At the point that I decided to go off and study, a job came up and I was in the right place at the right time. Loving what you do is massively important. The day you wake up and it’s a thing of dread to go to work it’s a sad day”. The Beauty Bazaar is a revolutionary new store and a global first in terms of providing a one-stop destination for the ultimate luxury beauty experience. The impressive 22,000 square feet of prime retail space, spreading across three floors, offers a wealth of products, brands and services housed within a cutting-edge, luxurious and opulent environment. And what’s more, this ‘global beacon of beauty’, as it has been dubbed, hasn’t opened its doors in London as you might expect, but rather right here in the heart of our city, in Liverpool One. “Why Liverpool? Why not?”, That’s the simple answer I was given when I asked Daniela this question. “The girls in Liverpool have really held up the
banner of beauty for so long on their own and I think they deserve it. They are immaculately groomed from top to toe and they really care what they look like. When we did our market research it didn’t necessarily have to be Liverpool, we had a number of buildings we were looking at. But whilst doing the research we counted down who would be our customer and I have to say - unlike any other city in the UK - in Liverpool, it was every other girl. People always want to focus on the negative when it comes to Liverpool and its undeserved; I think this just recognises the local customer and their attention to detail”. The store is spread over three floors with each one more exciting and decadent then the last. The Collective team and I were open-mouthed as we took in the spectacular interior (designed by the incredible Four IV) and wealth of products and services on display. The ground floor houses every cosmetics and skincare brand that you could desire including an alphabetical
fragrance library, but it’s the first floor where the real magic starts to happen. Attractions up here include the Electric Hair Lounge, Champagne Nail Bar, Blink Brow Bar, Blinkfairy Lashes, The Organic Pharmacy and BeautyMART (an edit of tried and tested personal favourites ranging across the price spectrum). The first floor also houses the chic champagne lounge, WOW Bar, were we enjoyed a latte as we chatted to Daniela. The shining and shimmering bar is lavish in every way from its glittering ceiling to its great views (perfect for peoplewatching) and stylish beauty-themed cocktail list (including a Tom Ford and a Molecule Martini). The second and final floor is where the more discreet services take place and it takes on the feel of an exclusive day spa. Services include waxing at Strip and Tanning at the Studio by James Read (his studio has a real Studio 54 vibe and customers can even be tanned by
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environment (which I think this is and beyond), an assortment of brands (and there are brands here that don’t exist outside of London) and a high level of service mixed with the hospitality of the WOW Bar, then we would have a reason for not only the brands to come with us, but also the customers.You walk out of this space feeling a hell of a lot better than when you walked in and that’s what it is all about.
the man himself – he’s tanned the likes of Lady Gaga and Mariah Carey). There is also the Karidis Medispa where you can book in for more indepth treatments such as facials, body sculpting, derma fillers and laser hair removal. It’s the little extra touches that really make this store stand out. Everything about it screams glamour from the pedi-cabanas with built in iPad’s to the custom designed Swarovki eyelashes. “Harvey Nichols have always been innovative when it comes to beauty. One of the questions we have been thinking about for some time is ‘where is the next big brand?’ - And the innovation is, within the brands that already exist”, explains Daniela when asked about the concept behind her creation. “Do I see another MAC on the horizon? Absolutely not. Therefore what we needed to do was to bring beauty back to the luxury position that it once was. All this discounting and three-for-two nonsense has taken away the aspirational, glamorous, feel-good experience that beauty actually should be that is its heritage. “So we decided that if we could find a formula that was a combination of a glamorous
“In the world of beauty, is there anything you can’t have done here? Absolutely not. Is there any brand you would want that you can’t get here? Absolutely not. It’s utterly beautiful as you walk in, but it is also quite democratic”. It was this democratic approach that really struck me as being the key to store’s inevitable success. As well as the big name international brands such as Chanel and Yves Saint Laurent, there are also exclusives to Liverpool such as Tom Ford, NARS and Shu Uemura and niche contemporary brands like MAC, Jo Malone and Bobbi Brown. BeautyMart even houses old favourites including the likes of Max Factor and Batiste, so despite its opulence, the Bazaar caters for every budget, big or small. “Beauty is resilient, it’s the last thing you want to let go of,” Daniela concludes, “I’m a bit of a beauty junkie myself, so being here is like being in a fabulous sweet shop where everything I touch is going to make me feel good. I’m just so pleased with how its all came together; as you would say in Liverpool ‘I’m made up! Dead excited!’”. Beauty Bazaar, Harvey Nichols, Liverpool One, 16 Manesty’s Lane, Liverpool, L1 3DL. For more information and bookings call 0845 606 0342 or visit www.harveynichols.com
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– Clothing Philip Armstrong Resort 2013 Collection www.philiparmstrong.com
– Accessories
Claudia Pink 84 Bold Street, Liverpool www.claudiapink.com
Russell & Case ring featured on page 45 –Models Georgina Hamilton Richard Hull
- Location 62 Castle Street
- Photographer Viktorija Grigorjevaite
- Lighting Technician James Andrews
– Stylist Siobhan Noble
-Assistant Stylist Rochelle Bulloch
–Hair Dylan Michael Cass - Hooka
– Makeup Christina Niblock - Illamasqua
This issue’s cover story is dedicated to Liverpool’s own Philip Armstrong and the Collective team were thrilled to feature the stunning Resort 2013 collection in our glamorous photo shoot. With every season, the brand grows in popularity and their pieces are now both collectable and highly sought after, worn by a host of celebrities including Kelly Rowland, Katy Perry and Lady Gaga. Our Editor Lee Joseph Hagan met with Philip Armstrong and Tony Burke, the designers behind this illustrious label, to find out more about their stunning collection.
What was your inspiration behind the Resort 2013 collection? The inspiration for the Resort collection began with the 1953 movie Roman Holiday by William Wyler, staring Audrey Hepburn and Gregory Peck. We imagined a modern day princess trying to have an adventure in Rome and the wardrobe of super chic little dresses she would bring with her. You may notice the references to the era in the details, such as the neat waistlines, horsehair hems and bias cut collars, and of course we had to give the dresses glamorous Italian girl’s names.
Ora – metallic rose gold circle skirt dress with nude lace on stretch bodice £880
Describe the Philip Armstrong woman The Philip Armstrong woman can be a young girl wearing her first Philip Armstrong for her 18th birthday or a successful business woman who will order four dresses each season, ranging from pieces she can wear for dinner after work to dresses for black tie events. It’s our job to enhance their personalities and not dress them in something that really isn’t them.
What aspects of your real live experiences have an influence over your collections? Old movies, books, researching fabrics and travelling to places such as Paris, Marrakesh, India and Thailand.
Gianna – purple jacquard circle skirt dress with opera collar and mesh panelled back £895
Allegra – nude spandex ¾ sleeve patch-work lace sequin and black mini dress £840
How did it feel when Jennifer Lopez wore a dress from your collection on the David Letterman show? We were thrilled when Jennifer Lopez’s team requested a handful of looks from our previous collection, although we have learnt not to get excited when this happens just in case it does not materialise. She is someone that we had hoped to dress for a long time so it was such a buzz when we found out that she would be wearing the snake print skating skirt dress on the David Letterman show. The dress has become so popular that we that we have kept it in the collections, but we have tweaked the design and changed the fabrication. Harvey Nichols have re-ordered this style several times now so you could say that it has the potential to become a Philip Armstrong classic. How should a woman accessorise a Philip Armstrong dress? Maybe with a great Nicholas Kirkwood or Guiseppe Zanotti shoe and your favorite bag but we always feel that confidence and a great personality is the best accessory.
Rufina – nude and black stretch crepe pencil dress with lace overlayed bodice £850
What is your favourite piece from the Resort collection? There are six or seven dresses that are probably the strongest and are selling very well, but choosing a favorite would be like choosing a favorite of your kids. Do you plan on extending the Philip Armstrong brand? We are planning a trip to the U.S. to discuss some projects, and there are a few more exciting things around the corner in 2013 but unfortunately we cannot divulge at the moment maybe next time.
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Large ‘Paper’ Mirror – Small ‘Paper’ Mirror –
£99 £69
Selection of cushions –
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‘Marcus’ 2 Seat Sofa in Iona Raspberry – £1,299 ‘Astrid Platinum’ Cushion – £59 ‘Como Olive/Taupe’ Cushions – £39.99
‘Oslo’ Dining Table – ‘Oslo’ Olive Chair – ‘Oslo’ Chair – Large ‘Mars’ Candle Holder – Small ‘Mars’ Candle Holder –
£499 £199 £159 £44.99 £35.99
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‘Oslo’ bookcase – Mini Lantern – Paperweight – ‘Lime’ Tealight Holder – ‘Circle’ Hurricane Lamp – ‘Circle’ Tealight Holders – ‘Book’ Photo Frame – ‘Duo’ Photo Frame –
‘Oslo’ Console Table – ‘Tree’ Table Lamp – ‘Oslo’ Olive Chair –
‘Oslo’ Sideboard – Olive ‘Gunmetal’ Lamps – ‘Aston’ Wallpaper –
£699 £89.99 each £46 per roll
‘Marcus’ Chair in Arelli Snow with Rainbow Buttons – ‘Holly Iona’ Cushion – ‘Harris Velvet Thistle’ Cushion in Mushroom – ‘Tree’ Floor Lamp –
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Style Collective –Feature
Dianne Marshall Joanne Mottram gets the Hollywood treatment from hair extension expert Dianne Marshall.
nfortunately, I have never been one of the lucky ones when it comes to hair; instead of having thick, luscious locks that can be curled and teased into a fabulous array of styles, I have instead been blessed with long, fine hair that is pin straight. Despite my numerous attempts over the years my hair remains the same, whether it’s been back combed to within an inch of its life or left in rollers for hours on end it remains annoying flat, straight and lacking of even the slightest hint of volume or bounce. And as anyone who frequents the city centre on a Saturday night will know, not having big hair is not an option in Liverpool.
Words– Joanne Mottram
So when The Collective team were told the news that celebrity hair extension expert Dianne Marshall was supplying her coveted luxury extensions to Voodou Hair Salon, I couldn’t wait to try them out and hopefully finally find a solution to my lack-lustre locks. Dianne Marshall has been supplying and fitting the best quality genuine Slavic Russian hair exclusively for 24 years. In addition, she was one of the first UK experts to provide intensive training courses in her groundbreaking method. Dianne has extensive, incomparable experience within this industry and
understands what it takes to create the most beautiful, undetectable and most importantly, natural hair extensions. As well as supplying a bespoke personal service to supply direct to the customer, salons and hair extension artists can also be a stockist of her collections and become one of her recommended salons – such as Voodou. I arrived at Voodou Bold Street Colour Centre 4 Her where I was introduced to the expert herself. Before the girls at Voodou got started on colour matching my hair, I had a chat with Dianne to find out more about her collection. “I was trained in England as a hairdresser but then I moved to Los Angeles for nine years where I was trained in hair extensions in Beverly Hills”, Dianne explained. “When I moved back home to England it was at a time when no one was doing hair extensions, so it was an exciting time for me introducing them over here”. Dianne worked for Herbert of Liverpool for 13 years and owned the extension department of the salon. She has worked with many celebrities, having been commissioned to work within the film industry, TV and magazines. Perhaps her biggest career highlight was when she was asked to fit Kate Winslet’s hair extensions for the epic blockbuster Titanic. “I had no idea at the time that Titanic was going to be as big as it was. I didn’t have any idea that it would help my career so much so it was a huge turning point for me. Another career highlight was doing Gwyneth Paltrow’s extensions for Shakespeare in Love”. The Dianne Marshall Collection is made up of three different ranges, Russian, European and Remi. The Russian extensions come in two forms, single drawn
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(were the hair has had the shortest hairs from the ponytail removed as well as the longest thinner ends leaving only the thickest part of the ponytail with some shorter hairs left in) and double drawn (were every hair of the ponytail has been separated into different lengths so the hair is the same thickness from root to tip).
Meanwhile my hair was prepped and ready for my new locks to be sewn in. Dianne has been trained in every method for attaching extensions but she prefers the weave method. “It’s the safest method for your own hair and I think it looks the most natural. On a weft wit flows more naturally and doesn’t shed”, she says.
The European hair is the next best thing to Russian and its slightly thicker texture holds the perfect curl and is great for those who love volume. The Remi range is of Asian origin and although it costs less than Russian or European the quality is exceptional. They are machine made not hand tied like the Russian or European but such care has gone into the machine wefts that unlike other Remi hair extensions, Dianne’s do not shed at all.
The process takes a lot less time than I anticipated and it’s not long before I have two rows secured in my own hair. What surprised me most was just how natural the hair felt and how exact the colour match was to my own. “The hair is such good quality that you don’t need to do a lot to it”, Dianne assures me, “looking after your extensions comes down to conditioning the hair and making sure you don’t go too long between your maintenance. And heat such as hair dryers and straighteners needs to be done in moderation - nothing to excess”.
“Making sure that you have quality hair is the key to good extensions”, says Dianne, “Russian has became such a buzz word in the industry people assume that all Russian hair must be good when that isn’t the case. The hair I use is a very select type of Russian hair and was hand selected by me. I am not an easy customer to suppliers, I drive them nuts because they knew I won’t accept the majority of the hair that they have. We are on the search at the moment for new luxury hair; my colleagues have been travelling around the world for the last four months in search of new hair. We think we have found it but it will be revealed soon”.
My new head of Remi hair was finished off with tongs to give it that final curly blow affect that my old hair could only have dreamed of achieving. It was so exciting to look in the mirror and finally have the thick, flowing locks that I had always coveted, and I couldn’t thank Dianne or Voodou enough. I left the salon feeling like a celebrity and couldn’t wait for the weekend to show off my new look. For more information on Dianne Marshall email info@diannemarshall.com, call 07703 741 446 / 01704 840 101 or visit www.diannemarshallhair.com
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My hair was colour matched to 18 inch Remi extensions from Dianne’s range
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Style Collective –Column
Creative stylist and owner of Hooka salons reveals his top tips on gents hair trends for this season
s the Christmas party season approaches it’s the perfect time to take the plunge and try out a new look. But when it comes to male hair trends, a lot of men need a little help and advice to know which direction to take – enter Dion Padan. Originally from North Wales, Dion moved to Liverpool ten years ago and opened Hooka Salon on Wood Street in August 2006, and a second salon on Button Street in January last year. Although both salons are unisex, Dion specialises in creative colouring and cutting for men. Dion himself has been involved in numerous hair competitions over the past few years, winning The Nation’s Favourite Hairdresser title in 2009 and becoming a finalist in the American Crew Face Off photographic competition in the same year. He was even head hunted by The Killers management to style and cut Brandon Flowers’ hair for their performance at the Liverpool Echo this November. So what does this stylist to the stars think about the trends for the current season? “Over the last couple of years men’s hair trends have became smarter and classic looking. Most men style their hair off their faces more now, keeping more length through the top but having it shorter around the edges.
What we are seeing on the catwalks for next season is a glossier and sleeked back polished look which means we will see a change in choice of styling products. Preparation is key, applying product before you dry the hair to create support - American Crew Ultramatte or Kevin Murphy Hair Resort are perfect for this. You then need to apply product working well into the hair, always being careful not to make it look greasy or heavy. Applying Defining Paste would create a slightly more matte finish or Pomade will give you the hold and shine both by American Crew. Facial hair has become huge over the last year or two. The success of “Movember” has allowed men to have more fun with their facial hair, resulting in a very classic “gentleman” look like David Beckham. When doing my customer’s hair it’s the finishing touches that makes their hair stand out from the crowd. I always try and give each haircut a feature and always show my customers what products to use and how to recreate their style at home.
∆ Dion and Brandon Flowers
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When talking to men about colouring their hair they all get scared and automatically think of bleached highlights. There are so many things you can do to colour men’s hair - You have the dip dye effect that is so cool for women at the minute so it would be nice if men went a little bit lighter towards the ends of their hair just to create that texture within the haircut.” For more information on Dion, including his blogs and videos, visit dionpadan.com
American Crew Defining Paste www.hookadirect.com
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There is no denying that when you look good, you feel good, but sometimes we need a little helping hand to achieve the results we desire. Fortunately, help is available in the form of Lip Doctor Aesthetics...
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Style Collective –Advertorial
Lip Doctor Aesthetics is a clinic based in Maghull, Liverpool and is owned and ran by Dr Fab and Lisa Equizi. Dr Fab was previously a General Practitioner and has over twelve years experience in aesthetic practice. The clinic specialises in a great number of treatments ranging from lip augmentation and dermal fillers to more advanced procedures such as the ‘non-surgical nose job’ and the ‘virtual facelift’. Consultations are completely free of charge and there is no obligation to go ahead with any treatments. But once you do decide on a procedure our aim is to make
your experience with us as comfortable as possible, including using a combination of numbing cream and dental anesthetic injections before your treatment begins. We also ensure your satisfaction by booking you in for a complimentary check up appointment to assess if any ‘tweaks’ are required, giving our clients peace of mind so that they return time and time again.
Treatments Amalian LASHES
Botox Treatments
One of the latest products that we offer is Amalian LASHES, which is available exclusively to Lip Doctor Aesthetics. Now you can revitalize and improve the appearance of your lashes, making them look longer, darker and thicker.
Botulim Toxin is a purified protein produced by the clostridium botulinum bacterium. It is a non-surgical treatment that can temporarily reduce lines caused by over expression of certain muscles such as frown lines, between the brows and crows feet. During the treatment, very small amounts of Botulim Toxins are administered using a very tiny needle directly into the muscles. It works by blocking the signals from nerves into the injected muscles therefore reducing the activity of the muscles (temporary paralysis) that cause those lines to form.
The treatment is designed to nourish and boost your own lashes and is formulated without alcohol and preservatives – so it comes without the sting too. Amalian LASHES has been clinically reviewed by dermatologists and ophthalmologists and is non-allergenic, so there are no reports of ocular irritation or iris or eyelid hyper pigmentation. The treatment is easily applied with an eyeliner brush once a day, preferably in the evening. You’ll see full results – real and natural enhancement of your lashes – in just a few weeks
Lip Plumping and Shaping Lip plumping and shaping is achieved by injecting filler along the lip margin (vermillion border) and into the body of the lip until the desired shape and lip volume is attained. There are a variety of injection techniques that can be used, for example we can run filler behind the lips to enhance pout. Your lips will be entirely numbed first so you can rest assured that the procedure will be totally painless. Lips may be initially swollen or possibly bruised but this should subside within 48 hours. Your new pout lasts for six months (less if you smoke) but subsequent treatments may last for nine months to one year. We can also improve the appearance of gummy smiles using small quantities of botulinum toxin in the top lip. This will also help lip lines, although filling the lines is usually preferable.
Treatments take about 10 – 20 minutes and are usually painless. No recovery time is needed and you should begin to see an improvement within 3 – 4 days and the results usually last up to 4 months. Treatment with Botulim Toxin will not dramatically change your facial appearance or make you look totally expressionless. The muscle activity that causes the forehead frown lines is simply reduced, so you will still be able to frown or look surprised without the wrinkles and creases between your brows.
Dermal Fillers For deeper folds and facial contouring we use Radiesse or Ellanse. These are a longer lasting filler (approx 18 months) and are ideal for such areas as nasolabial folds (nose to corner of mouth) and marionette lines (corner of mouth to chin). They can also be used to sculpt your cheekbones to give you a more defined look, or for virtual face lifts and non-surgical nose jobs. For virtual face lifts Radiesse or Ellanse is used in volume areas along the jaw line in association with botox to give the effect of a lift. For a non-surgical nose job it can be used to even out an uneven bump, make an unsymmetrical nose look straighter or to lift the tip. All these treatments plus many more (including – face peels, dermal roller treatments, carboxy therapy and Dracula Facelifts) are available at Lip Doctor Aesthetics, so call for your free consultation today to get the look you desire.
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Collective– Christmas Christmas Dinner at Malmaison Celebrate Christmas in style with dinner at The Mal Brasserie, Liverpool Malmaison’s glamorous restaurant. Tempt yourself with a glance at their delicious menus which include an early bird option and New Year’s Eve package. Call the events team and quote ‘Collective’ on 0151 229 5000 or visit www. malmaison.com
Christmas Cards by Love Amelia Be original and chic this holiday season with the fabulous range of limited edition Christmas cards by The Collective’s illustrator Love Amelia. Her beautiful designs can be bought individually or in packs of 10 or 20 and will be available to buy at The Lantern Theatre’s Vintage Fayre on 8 December or can be ordered online by visiting the Love Amelia Facebook page. www. facebook.com/love.amelia1
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Malibu Snowcoco Bring a taste of the Caribbean to your Christmas celebrations with a bottle of limited edition Malibu Snowcoco. The original rum with coconut has been given a seasonal twist with a flurry of snow every time you pour a glass. The perfect stocking filler this festive season, Snowcoco is available at all major supermarkets now. www.malibu-rum.com
Martha Reeves & The Vandellas Add a little soul to your celebrations by catching Martha Reeves & The Vandellas pre-Christmas tour this month. The second most-successful all-female singing group after The Supremes, the group is appearing at Eric’s bar in Liverpool performing such hits as I’m Ready For Love, My Baby Loves Me and their signature song, Dancing in the Street. Definitely a show not to be missed.For tickets call the box office on 0151 236 9994 or visit www.ericslive.com
Christmas Menu at The Italian Club Why not give your Christmas an Italian twist this year with a delicious three course meal at The Italian Club. Choose from a tasty selection of main courses including a traditional turkey dinner with all the trimmings or a real Italian feast of crab ravioli. Book now to avoid disappointment. www.theitalianclubliverpool.co.uk
Tigi Hair Reborn at Andrew Collinge The TIGI Hair Reborn range was created to take hair on a luxurious, evolutionary journey. With a unique distillation process and highly concentrated ingredients, it reverses damage and repairs and regenerates the hair. Andrew Collinge salons are offering a beautiful candle gift set free with the purchase of any two Hair Reborn products – the perfect gift this Christmas. www.andrewcollinge.com
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Olly Murs
13 February 2013 £25.00
13 & 27 March 2013 £32.50
With Benga Live, P Money and DJ Micky Slim
Jeff Wayne’s Musical Version Of The War Of The Worlds Starring Jason Donovan, Ricky Wilson, Kerry Ellis, Liam Neeson in 3D holography, Marti Pellow and Jettblack’s Will Stapleton
1 December £42.50 - £62.50
Radio City Live
ft. Flo Rida, McFly Labrinth, JLS and more! 6 December £25.00 - £75.00
With Special Guests The Loveable Rogues
CBeebies Live presents
Justin & Friends
Ft. Dani Harmer, Lisa Riley, Michael Vaughan and Louis Smith
4 April 2013 £13.00 - £29.50 (Family Tickets Available)
29 - 30 January
Il Divo & Katherine Jenkins
26 February - 3 March 2013 £13.00 - £36.00
£35.00 - £65.00
10 April 2013 £35.00 - £85.00
RENT 20th Anniversary Concert
Ronan Keating
With Special Guest Brian McFadden 1 February 2013 £33.50
Ft. Kerry Ellis and Rory Taylor
27 April 2013 £26.50 - £35.00
Madness
3 March 2013 £12.00
7 December £35.00 - £45.00
BT CONVENTION CENTRE
The Charge of the Mad Brigade
(£15.00 on the day)
2 February 2013 £40.00 - £70.00
McCoy’s Premier League Darts ER TH O
2 May 2013
Tiers: £20.00 Floor: £35.00 - £40.00
Jessie J
5 March 2013 £25.00 - £32.50
The UK Baby & Toddler Show
Peter Andre
With Special Guest Sam Gray 8 December £28.50
Florence + the Machine 10 December £29.50
Mrs Brown Rides Again Words– Joanne Mottram
11 - 15 December £19.50 - £39.50
Sleeping Beauty
14 December - 6 January 2013 £8.00 - £18.00 THE WATERFRONT BIG TOP @ ECHO ARENA
2 - 3 February 2013
£12.00 (£15.00 on the day. Under 16s free) BT CONVENTION CENTRE
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Little Mix
5 May 2013 £35.00
The Script
9 March 2013 £29.50
16 March 2013 £27.50 - £39.50 (Family Tickets Available)
Leona Lewis 15 May 2013 £35.00 - £55.00
Mark Knopfler and Band
Ft. Jahmene, Rylan James, Union J, Ella and more!
19 May 2013 £41.00 - £45.00
6 February 2013 £32.50
One Direction
T SOLD OU
17 & 31 March 2013
The Australian Pink Floyd Show
8 February 2013 £29.50 - £37.50 (£89.00 VIP)
Arenacross
Justin Bieber
24 February 2013
22 - 26 May 2013 £25.00 - £45.00
Girls Aloud
Adult: £19.00 - £39.00 Child: £10.00 - £29.00 Family: £49.00 - £89.00
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Classical Spectacular ®
3 February 2013 £19.50 - £29.50
10 February 2013
21 December £25.00 - £28.00
Eddie Izzard
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20 March 2013 £42.50
Harlem Globetrotters
‘You Write The Rules’ World Tour 28 March 2013 £12.50 - £40.00
Micky Flanagan
Back In The Game Tour
12 November 2013 £24.50
JLS
9 December 2013 £25.00 - £33.50
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Merchants Bar & Restaurant hen asked if I could review Merchants Bar & Restaurant I was more than happy to oblige, as despite being a regular visitor to Liverpool, it was a venue that I knew nothing about. So Friday night saw my dinner partner Lee and myself heading to the venue looking forward to a pleasant evening - we were not disappointed. Upon entering through the discreet entrance on Castle Street in the Grade 1 listed building, we were immediately impressed by the beautifully tiled floors and soaring ceilings of the bar area, dominated by a striking light fixture that resembled a model of the solar system. After being warmly welcomed by Laura, we were offered cocktails at the bar, but we plumped to enjoy them at our table in the restaurant instead. The one thing that really catches your eye as you walk into the moodily-lit restaurant area is the soaring windows draped in a dark gossamer material. Unfortunately we were only one of three tables dining at that time, which was a shame as you can really imagine this venue having a great atmosphere with a few more diners. After quickly looking at the cocktail list we both opted for Espresso Martinis. Now I’m pretty critical when it comes to Espresso Martinis as it can be very easy for one flavour to overpower the other. However, the martinis we received were a perfect balance and mine went
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down far too well as we settled in and chatted. We were offered the Prix Fix menu but decided to choose from the A La Carte as there were a few options that had caught my eye as they were passed to us. Unfortunately we proved to be that slightly irritating type of guest that gets so caught up in conversation that we hadn’t made up our minds on any choices for quite some time. The very talkative and pleasant waitress came to take our order when she could see that we had finally paused to take a breath. I ordered the Twice Baked Lancashire Cheese Soufflé with Apples and Walnuts to start and Lee picked the Goats Cheese with Watermelon Summer Leaves and Beetroot. Whilst we were deciding we also ordered a bottle of Pinot Noir from an extensive wine list which always makes me indecisive as I generally want them all. Now if I am to be honest, all conversation ceased when our starters arrived, but in a good way. My Soufflé was cooked perfectly - light and flavoursome with a slight crisp crown, the apple and walnuts complimenting it perfectly. Lee’s goat’s cheese was equally as tempting with the beetroot offsetting the heaviness of the cheese. Needless to say two very empty plates were cleared away. After such a lovely first course we eagerly awaited the arrival of our mains whilst sipping our wine which was also going down the same way as the Espresso Martinis. Now I am also a bit of a lamb Nazi and I am very particular
Steve Potts enjoys a fine dining experience at the stylish city centre restaurant set within the boutique 62 Castle Street Hotel about how I like it cooked, so when my Lamb Rump with Broad Beans, Peas, Mint and Rosemary Roasted New Potatoes was placed before me, I was delighted to find it tender and rich, with just the right amount of accompanying vegetables. However, my pleasure soon turned to food envy when Lee’s 8oz Sirloin Steak with Tomato & Chorizo Fondue, Home Made Chips and Peppercorn Cream was set down before him. The home made chips were huge – crunchy on the outside and fluffy inside – and the steak itself was cooked perfectly. The interesting Tomato & Chorizo Fondue was an eclectic yet well matched addition – and if I say so myself, the wine I chose complimented both dishes well. After two more sets of clean plates were removed we were both feeling pretty sated and had to turn down the dessert menu - though I very rarely turn down dessert. But we did opt for one last cocktail each. Lee’s Cosmopolitan was crisp and tasted as good as it looked and my Espresso Martini was just as good as the first and was gone in pretty much the same amount of time. The evening was thoroughly enjoyable. Merchants is a stylish venue that offers an intimate dining experience with the perfect balance of music, atmosphere and choice. Will I be returning on my next visit to Liverpool? Absolutely! For bookings please visit www.62castlest.com
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ary Scott, Restaurant Manager at Marco Pierre White says; “We are all about providing our guests with the best possible experience. We want to look after those who visit us and want them to leave feeling happy, refreshed and rejuvenated. And we believe a bottle of champagne for just £20 is guaranteed to achieve that”.
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Marco Pierre White Steakhouse Bar & Grill offers guests an affordable yet glamorous culinary experience. It is located in the heart of Liverpool’s historic commercial district on Chapel Street and close to Liverpool One and the many theatres, museums and cultural hotspots that Liverpool has to offer. Marco was the first British chef to be awarded 3 Michelin stars and his name is synonymous with quality and finesse. The menu comprises of everything you would expect from a traditional steakhouse but with all the superior individuality that you would want from a Michelin starred chef. The stunning new décor creates an intimate atmosphere where you can relax and unwind over a cocktail and one of Marco’s signature dishes.
Every Friday between 5pm – 7pm The Marco Pierre White Steakhouse Bar & Grill is offering a bottle of Champagne for just £20. Appropriately titled ‘Thank Fizz it’s Friday’, this fantastic new promotion is the perfect way to kick start your weekend.
The restaurant is part of Liverpool’s newest 4 Star hotel, Hotel Indigo which delivers an exciting and vibrant guest experience to the heart of the local community. The glamorous boutique hotel is inspired by its historical cultural surroundings, from the design of the bedrooms down to the music played in lobby. Guests can enjoy the comfort and style of the 151 guest rooms complete with oversized beds, spa inspired bathrooms and complimentary wireless and internet access. Hotel Indigo was short listed for The Best Hotel at the Liverpool Tourism Awards and City of Liverpool Business Awards with Downtown Liverpool in Business. For more information visit www.hotelindigoliverpool.co.uk
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This month The Collective attended the brand launch of Pickled Walnut Catering at Sefton Park’s Palm House. The event celebrated five years of trading for the company and introduced new staff members as well as showcasing delicious dishes and drinks from their new menu.
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Juice FM celebrated their sixth annual Style Awards with a glamorous and star-studded event at Liverpool’s Anglican Cathedral. The awards, sponsored by Tessuti, were attended by the likes of Rebecca Ferguson, MOBO winner Esco Williams, X Factor winner Matt Cardle and Olympians Beth Tweedle and Natasha Jonas, amongst others. This year’s event was presented by Juice FM’s breakfast hosts Adam Weighell and Leanne Campbell and covered every category from
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sport, music and fashion, to retail and culture. Guests were treated to a three course meal and performances from the Brazilica Festival Dancers, Rare Dance Studios, Matt Cardle and R&B singer Angel. Winners on the night included Liverpool Skipper Steven Gerrard, who picked up the Most Stylish Sporting Star Award for the second year running, and Rebecca Furguson who won The Music Award and Most Stylish Scouser.
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Our Editor, Lee Joseph Hagan talks style and politics with Political Advisor Dan Hughes at The Lantern Theatre bar Tell the readers a little about yourself and what you do professionally? My background is in media and public relations. I’ve worked for a number of brands across public and private sectors. For the past two years I worked for the Labour Party in London but returned to Liverpool earlier this year and was elected to represent Allerton and Hunts Cross on Liverpool City Council in May. What did you want to be as a child growing up? Acting was my first passion. I did drama when I was younger and did a few plays and occasionally a bit of TV work. Before I went to university I considered a career in journalism but after graduating a career in politics and PR beckoned. When did you first become interested in politics? I became politically aware as a teenager during the Liverpool Dockers’ strike in the mid 1990s. Members of my family were involved and I remember feeling a strong sense of injustice about how the Dockers were treated. It was around this time that I realised my politics and that sometimes you just have to get up and have a go if you want to try and make a difference. Why Labour? Labour values are my values. Labour believes strongly in equality, social justice and opportunity for all, meaning no matter what your background or circumstance nothing should be a barrier to achieving your dreams. The Tories on the other hand are in it for the wealthy and the privileged few and the Liberal Democrats just don’t know what they are anymore. They sold out by joining the Tories in Government. Are you come from a working class background? I grew up in an ordinary working class family. My Mum and Dad work hard and have taught my brother, sister and myself to do the same. How do you think the Labour party should move forward to win the next election? We have to engage with the public and promote a better alternative to what this government is doing. We also need to expose the Tories. They are forcing ordinary people to pay the price of a global economic crisis that started in the banking industry. But instead of making the banks pay more, rich bankers carry on rewarding themselves with bumper bonuses while initiatives
to provide education and employment opportunities for young people get scrapped by the government. As far as I’m concerned that’s not only wrong, it is indefensible. It would be a nightmare if the Tories won again in 2015. How important is it for young people to get more involved with politics? Young people have so much to offer and I’d love more to get involved. There’s a wide spread perception that young people in politics are akin to Harry Enfield’s Tory Boy character. There’s a few like that, but you don’t have to be a nerd to believe in the power of politics to change lives. I hope I’m helping to change that perception for young people. But regardless of age, it is important that more people from ordinary backgrounds get involved. It frustrates me that politics are seen the preserve of the upper middle classes and that needs to change. Why you did recently move back to Liverpool? Before I came back to Liverpool, I was working as a Special Adviser which involved managing media and communications for Labour’s Shadow Cabinet. But I came home because I missed the city. I’m still regularly in London with work and to see friends. Where are your favourite places to eat and drink in Liverpool? I love the atmosphere in The Living Rooms and Sir Thomas Hotel on Victoria Street particularly on Thursday and Friday evenings. They are both great places for food and drink and usually have live music. I recently discovered Kasbah on Bold Street too – it’s a great Moroccan restaurant. How different is living in London to Liverpool? I have travelled a lot and I can honestly say there is no place I’ve ever been to that can compare to my hometown. For me it’s all about the people of Liverpool. Nowhere else would you find such a passionate, warm spirited and welcoming crowd. I love the fact that you can be having a drink or waiting for a bus and within minutes you’ll find yourself chatting to someone and it’s like you’ve known them forever. You certainly don’t get that in London. Where do you see yourself in five years time? Making a difference in politics. Also doing more work in media and PR. There is so much I want to do and so many opportunities out there. Follow Dan’s Twitter account for all his latest updates @DanHughesOnline
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