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EDITOR’S LETTER

Dear Trendsetters, When people ask me how I cope with stress or anxiety, the answer for me is simple; I keep my schedule full and my brain busy.

Throughout my life and with all the ups and downs, I can honestly claim to have mastered that skill.

But what do you do when boredom hits you?

And I am not talking about the regular boredom that is bound to overcome us every now and then. No. I am talking about that boredom that deeply instills itself within your being, pushing you to question what will come next; propelling you into doing something grand; creating a new landmark in your life.

My first reaction to such a kind of boredom is to change my hair!! Either color, cut or style.

Then…

Then I shall await, knowing… that the best is yet to come!

To exciting times ahead, Till next issue,

Zeina Mokaddam

HIND NASSAR It is October already? I remember writing last January’s letter like it was yesterday. Months are flying by so fast. Every month I set new decisions for a brand new me, an improved version of me, a stronger one. The year is almost over and looking back I feel I went a long way; and in the spirit of Thanksgiving I am truly thankful for everything that happened this year, from good moments to bad ones because I would not be who I am today without it. This month I will not make new decisions, I want to notice all the changes I have accomplished to empower myself. This gives me a great idea for one of my favourite occasions this month: Halloween. I always struggle on what I want to dress as. Now I know that a woman in power is my costume this year; could it be Helen of Troy? Cleopatra?

Maleficient?.. We will see I guess.. What will yours be?

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SIMON BALSOM Every Halloween I’m reminded of Douglas Coupland’s book ‘The Gum Thief’. In it he suggests that if human beings had genuine courage, they’d wear their costumes every day of the year, not just on Halloween. Wouldn’t life be more interesting that way? Coupland goes on to say, “And now that I think about it, why the heck don’t they? Who made the rule that everybody has to dress like sheep 364 days of the year?” It kind of makes you think, doesn’t it? We let fashion influence us but let’s not forget that style is essential, and we must always inject it with our own character.

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Back in the days when we were kids, the fear of certain cartoon characters could make us hate the character and have delusions about being hunted by them. As adults, however, we begin to look at those characters in a slightly different way – we admire their power and dominance and look up to them, we might also find ourselves picking up their outfits as a Halloween costume for instance too! In other words – we hunt their attributes! So, I say, why not decide what costume you will wear this year based on the character you feared most as a child? There is great fun in defeating the fears of the past. After all, the only thing we have to fear in life is perhaps fear itself. Happy Halloween!

What are you going to be for Halloween? While the staff put together this issue, that question circulated more than any other. As our October calendar is packed with local fall festivals, Halloween is one of my favorite occasions because my son gets really excited with the costumes. This time of year comes and goes so fast, so we thought we’d make a Halloween themed issue to remind everyone of the season! The illustrated cover, the decoded superstitions, the costume guide — it all took me back to my Halloween heyday. I hope it does the same for you.

Happy Halloween (and Eid)!

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CONTENTS

Contents October 2014

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Local Features

Local Female Interview:

20. Anwar Al-Braikan

Local Male Interview:

58. Abdulwahab Al-Essa

84. Kuwait Exclusives

International Features

14. Cover Story International

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‫الشارع‬ ‫ • الشارع‬Al-Bustan: New Street: 22453927 New:‫اجلديد‬ Street: 22453927 • Al-Bustan: :‫اجلديد‬25713901 :‫ البستان‬25713901 :‫البستان‬ ‫سوق‬25718224 ‫ • سوق‬Marina :‫الساملية‬ • Marina Mall: :‫الساملية‬22244839, 22244882 Mall: 22244839, :‫ مارينا مول‬22244882 :‫مارينا مول‬ Salmiya Souq: 25718224 Salmiya Souq: :‫مجمع بهبهاني‬ • Souq Sharq: :‫مجمع بهبهاني‬ 22433770, • Souq22433500 Sharq: 22433770, :‫ سوق شرق‬22433500 :‫سوق شرق‬ Behbehani Complex: Behbehani 22406795, Complex: 22453863 22406795, 22453863 ‫• مجمع‬:‫الفحيحيل‬ /‫مجمع الكوت‬ ‫لي‬ 23930339 23930338, :‫ الفحيحيل‬/‫الكوت‬ 23930339 Laila Gallery: 25719780/1 • Laila Gallery: :‫ـلى جاليــري‬ 25719780/1 :‫ليـلى جاليــري‬ Al-Kout/Fahaheel: 23930338, Al-Kout/Fahaheel: ‫ تيك توك‬:(‫ األڤنيوز‬،‫تيك توك (سوكو‬ Avenues: 22597727, Avenu 22597728 es: 22597727, :‫ • أڤنيوز‬TIK 22597728 TOK(SoKu, :‫أڤنيوز‬The • TIK Avenues): TOK(SoKu, 22200726 The Avenues): :(‫ األڤنيوز‬،‫(سوكو‬ 22200726

Trends 26. Her Trends 42. Beauty 66. His Trends 70. Grooming 72. Car Trends 60. Setting Watch Trends

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‫ • الشارع‬Al-Bustan: ‫ الشارع اجلديد‬:•‫البستان‬ New Street: 22453927 :‫اجلديد‬ New Street: 22453927 :25713901 Al-Bustan: 25713901 :‫البستان‬ ‫ • سوق‬Marina ‫مارينا‬ :‫سوق الساملية‬ • Marina 25718224 Mall::‫الساملية‬ 22244839, 22244882 Mall: :‫مول‬ 22244839, 22244882 :‫مارينا مول‬ Salmiya Souq: 25718224 Salmiya Souq: ‫ • مجمع‬22453863 ‫ • مجمع‬Souq ‫سوق‬ :‫بهبهاني‬ Souq Sharq: :‫بهبهاني‬ 22433770, 22433500 Sharq: :‫شرق‬ 22433770, 22433500 :‫سوق شرق‬ Behbehani Complex: 22406795, Behbehani 22453863 Complex: 22406795, ‫• ليـلى جاليـ‬25719780/1 :‫ـري‬Gallery: Avenues: 22597727, :‫ليـلى جاليــري‬22597728 • Avenues: :‫أڤنيوز‬ 22597727, 22597728 :‫أڤنيوز‬ Laila Gallery: 25719780/1 Laila ،‫توك (سوكو‬ ‫تيك‬ :(‫األڤنيوز‬ :(‫ األڤنيوز‬،‫تيك توك (سوكو‬ TIK TOK(SoKu, The Avenues): TIK TOK(SoKu, 22200726 The Avenues): 22200726

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COVER STORY

An insight into the brand’s history

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immy Choo is an iconic luxury fashion brand defined by an empowered sense of glamour and a confident sense of style.The brand traces its roots to a bespoke shoemaker named Jimmy Choo, based in the East End of London in the early 1990s, who catered to the global jet set including Princess Diana. The Jimmy Choo company was founded in 1996, with Mr. Choo’s niece, Sandra Choi, who had been heading up design in the East End atelier, coming on board as a Creative Director, a position she holds to this day. Mr. Choo departed the company in 2001.

Today, Jimmy Choo can be seen on style icons from celebrities to royalty, musicians to heads of state.

The sexy cut, fashionable design, and exceptional Italian craftsmanship struck a chord with a sophisticated clientele, and the first collection enjoyed immediate success. With a goal of creating a global luxury business, Jimmy Choo attracted outside investment and the company embarked on a significant expansion across product categories, channels and geographies.

Retail development has been integral to the company’s strategy. The first Jimmy Choo store was opened in 1996 on Motcomb Street in London, complementing a distribution in some of the most prestigious multi-brand stores in the world. Two years later, the company expanded to the US, opening two stores in New York City and Beverly Hills. International expansion continued with Jimmy Choo securing locations in the premiere luxury shopping destinations of the world’s most prestigious cities including Sloane Street and Bond Street in London, Avenue Montaigne in Paris, Via Condotti in Rome, Madison Avenue in New York, Rodeo Drive in

A pioneer in the art of celebrity dressing, Jimmy Choo was among the first to bring shoes and handbags to Hollywood where the red carpet proved to be the ideal runway for the brand.

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The brand’s reputation as a celebrity favorite helped to fuel its rapid expansion. Its iconography was further defined by the bold and dramatic advertising portraying glamorous but strong women in towering heels and luxurious handbags, captured by photographers such as Mario Testino, Terry Richardson and Steven Meisel.

Beverly Hills, and Ginza in Tokyo.

Today, Jimmy Choo encompasses a complete luxury fashion brand. Women’s shoes remain the core of the product offer, alongside handbags, small leather goods, scarves, sunglasses, eyewear, belts, fragrance and men’s shoes.

Pierre Denis was appointed Chief Executive Officer in July 2012 and the creative direction is overseen by Sandra Choi. Together, they share a vision to create one of the world’smost treasured luxury brands. Part of JAB Holdings a privately-held investment firm, Jimmy Choo has a store network encompassing over 180 locations in 32 countries and is present in the most prestigious department and specialty stores worldwide.

The origins of Jimmy Choo can be traced back to a small atelier in the East End of London, where shoes were imagined and designed to suit client fancies. Employing the most luxurious materials with expert craftsmanship and a fashionable eye for design yielded exquisite creations that earned the atelier a reputation for exceptional style and superlative customer service.

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Soon, discerning clients including British Royalty and the fashion elite sought out Jimmy Choo shoes, and possession of a pair became a hallmark of distinction and a symbol of exceptional taste.

Choi has selected her favorite Jimmy Choo silhouettes for inclusion in the made-toorder program. These shoes are the time-honored iconic designs, continually adored by clients worldwide and perfectly suited for customisation.

The tradition of made-to-order shoes continued quietly throughout the company’s evolution as it grew from small atelier to global luxury fashion brand. Occasionally, by special request, a client would order a custom fabrication, an exotic material or unique color for a special event, most notably on the red carpet, where Jimmy Choo made-to-order shoes have had a steady presence.

The creative process For each new season, Creative Director Sandra Choi leads the Jimmy Choo design team with her vision for the collection. Drawing from a diversity of film, art, music, photography, travel, street style and trends, mood boards are created to capture the essence of the concept and identify the key design elements. Now, Jimmy Choo extends its design studio, offering a refined made-to-order menu of its signature colorways, textures and finishes to help the customer create their perfect shoe.

“Throughout the years at Jimmy Choo, we set out to maintain the same level of personalized service and attention to detail as when we were crafting shoes one pair at a time, for one client at a time. Bringing this made-to-order service directly to our customers in our stores allows us to faithfully preserve our heritage of personalization, and allowing every woman to have a unique pair of Jimmy Choo shoes.”

Sandra Choi, Creative Director. Representing the House signature style, Creative Director Sandra

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The Production Process Committed to the founding principles built on design integrity, from sketch to shoe, skilled Italian craftsmanship and a luxurious quality of materials are invested in each and every unique Jimmy Choo product.

Strong silhouettes are imbued with innovative tailoring techniques, while the architecture of the

shoe is adorned with exquisite attention to detail.

Swatch Suite “Women have always had a special relationship with shoes. It starts growing up with the fairytale of the shoe in stories such as Cinderella and stays with us throughout our lives.” Creative Director Sandra Choi. Dream shoes become design reality with the stunning offering of material and colour options. Choose from delicate suedes, lustrous satins, sumptuous leathers, glitter, crocodile or exotic snake-skins, and be creative with a palette of colorways.

Monogram-To-Order For that extra personal touch as part of the madeto- order service, Jimmy Choo offers clients the opportunity to adorn the soles of their shoes with up to four initials. The monogram creates the ultimate signature for a one-of-a-kind Jimmy Choo shoe.

Introducing Made-To-Order Jimmy Choo introduces Made-to-Order for 2014 offering customers a tempting suite of signature styles that can be custom made in a myriad of colorways, textures and finishes tailored to personal style preferences.

The tradition of made-to-order shoes can be traced back to the roots of the brand and has continued quietly throughout the company’s evolution as it has grown from a small London atelier to a global luxury fashion brand. Occasionally, by special request, a client would order a special fabrication, an exotic material or unique color for a special event, most notably on the red carpet, where Jimmy Choo made to order shoes continue to have a steady presence.

Representing the House signature style, Creative Director Sandra Choi has selected her favorite Jimmy Choo silhouettes for inclusion in the Made-to-Order program. These shoes are the time-honored iconic designs, continually adored by clients worldwide and perfectly suited for customization and include the ANOUK, LANCE, XENIA and TITE in varying heel heights.

Dream shoes become design reality with the stunning offering of material and color options.

Clients may choose from delicate suedes, lustrous satins, sumptuous leathers, glitter, crocodile or exotic snake-skins, and be creative with a palette of clearways. For an extra personal touch, Made-to-Order customers are offered the chance to personalize the soles of the shoes with the addition of monogram initials.

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abound in ink, dark orchid, mirto, evergreen and blue grey creating a covetable colour palette, a Jimmy Choo signature, leopard printed pony is seen in striking smoke paloma.

“The idea of an affair driven by unbridled passion and lust was front of mind when designing the collection. I revisited films that convey a sense of forbidden passion; Wong Kar-Wai’s ‘In The Mood for Love’ and ‘Les Liaisons Dangereuses’, where deception and illusion are key themes. I wanted to play with new perspectives creating pieces that would be lusted after; you want to covet them.” - Sandra Choi, Creative Director.

“Throughout the years at Jimmy Choo, we set out to maintain the same level of personalized service and attention to detail as when we were crafting shoes one pair at a time, for one client at a time. Bringing this made-to-order service directly to our customers in our stores allows us to faithfully preserve our heritage of personalization, and allow every woman to have a unique pair of Jimmy Choo shoes.” Sandra Choi, Creative Director.

Ideally suited for shoe aficionados looking to build a bespoke wardrobe or for brides planning

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their wedding shoe wardrobe, the Made-to-Order service combines quintessential skilled Italian Jimmy Choo craftsmanship invested with the luxurious quality of materials used.

The Made-to-Order service will be available in Kuwait for a limited time on December 15th, in our boutique at Prestige, The Avenues.

Autumn Winter 2014 Collection Lust, desire, passion and romance are all palpable emotions conjured by the Autumn Winter 2014 collection. Creative Director,

Sandra Choi continues to experiment with new proportions whilst remaining focused on a refined cut, shape and form. The concept of an affair is pivotal to the collection, the sense of illusion and deception, things are not what they seem at first, design details that trick the eye inviting closer inspection and entrapping the beholder.

Modern architectural heels and silhouettes are juxtaposed with pieces that reference the extremism of the Ancien Régime and the seduction and revenge idolised in Les Liaisons Dangereuses. A colour palette of decadent hues

Autumn Winter 2014 heralds the birth of new heel signatures, a triangular heel with lacquer finish that deceives the eye playing with reflections, finished with a pointy toe, it is presented in the VANISH boot and LEGION shoe with ankle strap detail. The MACAW and CARTEL present an evolved silhouette with a refined wedge.

Amongst a muted color palette of tonal suede and leather, a romantic William Morris inspired English floral print commands attention, ornate printed satin decorates minimalist silhouettes across court shoes, booties and sneakers.

Playing to the theme of illusion, Rousseau-esque

zebras hide mischievously amongst the innocent inky blue florals waiting to be discovered.

Velvet panels and flocking lends a sensuous tactility to pointy toe flats, tough heeled day boots and skate shoes giving a sense of depth and caressable texture. Translucent lace devoré in mirto, black and blue grey creates a feminine yet sensual sentiment in pointy toe pumps with delicate ankle tie details and Mary-Jane flats. The HOURY pump features an innovative asymmetric leather panel, wrapping the front arch with an elegant ankle strap detailing to one side.

Daywear sees the Jimmy Choo woman on a mission, featuring a tougher, sometimes androgynous silhouette with a focus on boots and a chunkier heel, linings of fur and shearling feature for luxurious warmth. HATCHER, a powerful combat boot is given a wink of softness with a jeweled cluster of crystals adorning the toe cap. Sneakers play an important role representing a luxurious Jimmy Choo Autumn Winter 2014 / page 2 take on sportswear, the CANON sneaker with monk strap detail features a rubber sole encased by an innovative transparent plastic.

Nightfall calls for drama, The DWYER shoe bootie features colour blocked folds of satin

layered with a concertina effect evocative of a beautiful sea anemone. Perspex is used to balance the decadence of black satin and intricate lace up detailing on booties. Strips of lace create a peekaboo effect courting lingering glances. Soft fur teases the front of sandals and lace corsages titivate court shoes. A statement bootie features a high lace ruff detail framing the ankle as an erogenous zone. The TUCAN pump binds the ankle with balletic satin ribbons.

Handbags explore minimalist silhouettes and maximalist decoration. The AVA mini cross body strikes a balance playing with texture finished with luxurious rabbit fur combined with python, a combination of Perspex is used inlayed with nude lace and leather giving lingering flashes of transparency that tease the eye. Gazelle animates the CARRIE and ZADIE bags with playful Mohawk detailing.

The CHARLIE bag features a soft and streamlined silhouette creating a blank canvas animated by a myriad of finishes of gazelle, python and long haired pony all complimented with a sleek brushed gold panelling at the base.

Irresistible fur jackets blanket the EVIE bucket bag. The CLOUD clutch with knotted leather netting becomes a literal representation of a web of desire.

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LOCAL interview

It is always a pleasure to TALK about food.

In fact, food itself is a form of pleasure. When you stumble on some amazingly delicious and neat bites on a special occasion or event, the first thing you will want to know is who the person behind this work of art is. Luscious, an in-house catering company, incorporates three main divisions cooperating together to provide a quality service and produce a series of exquisite menus, owned and ran by Anwar Al-Braikan – a passionate and devoted woman who knows all the magic behind a good tiny bite.

Owner of Luscious Catering Company Anwar Al-Braikan

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How is it like to be in the food industry in Kuwait?

To be in the food industry in Kuwait is a huge challenge given the massive competition especially with the new openings in such a small market. Therefore, we seek to be always on top and up-to-date with the evolving trends and to maintain a high quality of food and service.

Why did you choose the food industry?

The food industry is one of the best industries where you can translate your ideas into reality.

In the food business, you can create with passion, work with all your senses and share what you love with everyone.

With such a large variety of catering services available, it is difficult to decide on which is the best. What is unique about Luscious?

What’s unique about Luscious is the food items

themselves. In the process of preparation, each item required planning, researching, testing, and developing by Luscious management team, each contributing their experience, knowledge, creativity, and commitment to the concept.

Moreover, knowing exactly what the markets call for, where the niche is, and most importantly what our clients wish to purchase consumers, for kids, adults, or for special events and occasions.

What is the most desired/best-selling item?

Fatayer ball with sauce, lasagna flowers, the animal-shaped cake pops, macarons and the honey cake.

Given that food should look and taste good at the same time, how do you balance between quality, flavor, and presentation?

Creating new ideas and flavors can take weeks in order to finally achieve what you are looking for, especially when you create and design with passion. We balance the quality, flavor and presentation by using high quality ingredients, the brilliant ideas of our professional chefs, and last but not least – our high standards in food services.

Can you tell us more about your catering services?

Luscious takes the worry out of its clients’ events, delivering a top quality catering service from set-up to cleanup for a variety of special

occasions, whether large or small, intimate or corporate, with absolute attention to details, and unquestionable professional services.

I noticed that you customize food according to special occasions, holidays and seasons and as per clients’ requests, how does this add to the clients’ satisfaction?

We are always up-to- date with the market trends and we try to benefit from this by creating new flavors, ideas and designs that are suitable for all occasions. So, we study what our clients prefer in order to create something different and creative that guarantees their satisfaction.

Why does food make a good gift?

Well, as we all know that among all gifts, food is the fastest that touches a person’s heart and feelings especially when you customize items made to suit their taste and personality.

Besides Kuwait, where else is Luscious located?

Besides Kuwait, Luscious opened its first showroom in Doha, Qatar.

What are your future plans in terms of expansion; where else do you aspire to be?

After Doha, Qatar as a short plan, hopefully our next step will be in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and United Arab Emirates and then all the GCC countries.

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International interview

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iane Kruger has won over Hollywood with her effortless chic style and striking looks. Now she’s embarking on her latest project: being the face of Jaeger-LeCoultre’s women collection.

Already seven years collaborating with JaegerLeCoultre. What does it means to be the face of the brand for you?

It’s been a great joy to grow with the brand and to discover the new collections each year. JaegerLeCoultre’s aesthetic is everything I appreciate: class, understatement and quality.

Can you describe the evolution of your relationship with Jaeger-LeCoultre?

We know each other well and I think JaegerLeCoultre knows exactly by now which model I’m going to fall in love with. They have become like a second family to me!

Timeless Beauty Diane Kruger for Jaeger-LeCoultre

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Regarding the latest Rendez-Vous watches presented, what specially touched you? Do you have a preference regarding the design, material or functions?

I usually don’t wear round watches and I was pleasantly surprised how much I love the RendezVous Collection. It feels very feminine and special.

Mine is in rose gold with a rose gold face and I feel like it goes with everything I wear and transitions easily from day to night.

The latest Jaeger-LeCoultre film you stared “Reinvent Yourself” was a great success. Are self-questioning and certain introspection key to achieve your goals?

I firmly believe I can only grow and become a better person by constantly questioning myself and learning from others. Every day is the possibility to be better or try something new - to have new goals and more energy to pursue others.

anticipating to filming “Sky”, my third collaboration with Fabienne Berthaud who also directed the “Reinvent” film for Jaeger.

here. The beautiful things I’ve been given in life, including watches, remind me of how lucky I am. I appreciate those objects every single day.

In your career, you played different types of character. From comedies to thrillers or historical movies, how is it different for you?

Do you have any preference?

I love diversity. It’s why I became an actor. I don’t want to settle on one genre or role. I feel blessed that I’ve been given the opportunity to act in different languages and genres. Fingers crossed this will continue to happen.

On the fashion side, is there anything you always bring with you?

I always have a little black dress, a pair of heels, a pair of flats, and a nice watch that goes from day to night.

What are your main sources of inspiration in fashion?

People and what I see in magazines. Also, traveling and different cultures. Movies, too You are a style icon, often present to international fashion shows. How would you describe your style?

I think my style changes and it’s eclectic. I don’t really impose rules on myself. I try to dress appropriately for occasions and according to reactions I’d like to get. I also believe in certain classiness.

Can you share any future project with the brand you would like to be involved in?

I guess the ultimate experience would be to design my own watch! It would probably be some sort of version of a Reverso.

Do you have any tips or secret to share?

Don’t be a fashion victim and don’t let people tell you what to wear or “what’s in”.

Who cares what anybody thinks. Wear what makes you feel good.

2013 was a really busy year; you played alone in three movies and a television series. Can you share with us your future projects?

Half of the year was spend so far filming the second season of The Bridge. I am also

Can you tell us more about your daily relationship with luxury, and watches in particular?

I live a very privileged life and I’m very aware of that luxury. I try to never forget that and how I got

What does mean inner and outer beauty for you?

Outer beauty is a reflection of your inner beauty. If you are blessed with an attractive face, you should work hard to match the inside to the out. When one can find beauty in every situation in life, things are generally better and happier...which makes you more beautiful!

If we come back to you beginning, how did you notice your love to be an actress? Who discovered you and pushed you in this direction?

I have always loved to be on stage. And make believe I’m someone else. I love telling stories and express my emotions through my body and words. I like to feel in tune with my feelings and connect to people through those emotions we all share.

What is your best motto you could share with us?

“Everybody is a genius. But if you judge a fish by its ability to climb a tree, it will live its whole life believing that it is stupid” If you weren’t a talented model and actress, in what field could you have succeeded?

Party planner, designer or serial world traveler!

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International interview

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n an exclusive interview for THETALK magazine, Erik Karlsson, H&M’s Environmental Sustainability Coordinator, and John Loman, H&M’s Product designer Men’s wear & Denim introduce the idea of conscious denim, a collection with clean styling and contemporary fits, that uses more sustainable materials and more conscious processes.

Spokesmen Erik Karlsson & John Loman Talk H&M Conscious Denim

“H&M offers fashion and quality at the best price, which means that our clothes have a good quality and hence, a long life. ”

Do we need to sacrifice fashion for going ‘green’?

At H&M we want to prove that fashion and sustainability can and should go together. It’s necessary for sustainable fashion to reach scale in the marketplace. Our Conscious Collection with more sustainable materials already set a good example. And we are continuing to work to make more sustainable fashion affordable and attractive to many people, every day and piece by piece.

Why did you choose to partner with Jeanologia?

Jeanologia are experts in denim washes and they presented a tool for us, with which we could measure the impacts of the washes. It was a great way for us to start working on the denim washing processes on whole collections.

What processes does H&M use to ensure that pieces in its ‘Conscious Denim’ collection are ethically recycled and environmentally sustainable?

Our partner, I:CO, who collects and sorts the garments from our stores have signed our Code of Ethics and have been audited by us. The sorted garments are then sent to our supplier where they are recycled and spun into new yarns. All our suppliers have to adhere to our Code of Conduct and Code of Ethics and are subjected to our audit programme, with both announced and unannounced audits.

Using the tool Jeanologia provided us with our washing technicians has worked closely with the suppliers to get a great look on the collection and at the same time significantly reduce the

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environmental impact from the washes. The washes have been categorized into three categories. Only washes in the toughest category were used in this collection.

How can fast fashion be sustainable?

H&M offers fashion and quality at the best price, which means that our clothes have a good quality and hence a long life. If and when you no longer want a piece of clothing, we hope that the customer return it, in an H&M store or other second-hand business. By moving towards closing the loops on fibers, using sustainable dyeing and washing processes we hope that the whole fashion industry will be truly sustainable one day.

With H&M playing as such a large role in the retail world, the brand can have a bigger impact on the fashion industry than most.

What key values do you work towards at H&M? What are your goals for the future of the brand?

A key value at H&M is constant improvement, especially so within sustainability. We are humble for the challenges ahead of us but have set ambitious targets within this area such as our roadmap towards a fair living wage in our supply chain, our water stewardship partnership with WWF, to use cotton only from sustainable sources by 2020 and zero discharge of hazardous chemicals by 2020.

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Setting Her Trends Lanvin at Thuraya Mall Moschino Cheap & Chic at Al Ostoura The Avenues Mall Lanvin at Thuraya Mall

Trick or Treat

Alice + Olivia at The Avenues Mall

Dries Van Noten at Thuraya Mall

Go spooky and mysterious this Halloween with dark fall colors. Flowing maxi skirts and dresses add the right aura for the occasion. Keep the accessories coordinated, and high heel shoes are a must!

Adeam at Al Ostoura Thuraya Mall

Tosca Blu at The Avenues Mall Stella McCartney at Thuraya Mall

Alexander McQueen at Thuraya Mall

Galvan at Limelight The Gate Mall

Alice + Olivia at The Avenues Mall

Alberta Ferretti at Thuraya Mall

Marc By Marc Jacobs at The Avenues Mall

3.1 Phillip Lim at Al Ostoura The Avenues Mall

Alexander McQueen at Thuraya Mall

Milly at Limelight The Avenues Mall

Alice + Olivia at The Avenues Mall

Alexander McQueen at Thuraya Mall Stella McCartney at Thuraya Mall

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Sculpted Silhouettes

This season, Alexander Wang continues Balenciaga’s tradition of elegance and marries it with 21st century style. The result is “techno couture”, a chic breed of sportswear. Molded and draped silhouettes add drama to minimalist pieces with abstract prints and monochromatic colors. Here and there, bold splashes of color lightened up the line.

Fun With Prints

It’s raining prints at Love Moschino! Flowers, animal prints, and quirky motifs like studs are just some of the options offered by the brand.

The silhouettes remain edgy and minimal, making the outfits perfect for casual outings.

Love Moschino is located at The Avenues Mall.

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FIAMMA

THE NEW SALVATORE FERRAGAMO HANDBAG

A masterpiece of leather craft, FIAMMA, the new handbag from Salvatore Ferragamo Creative Director Massimiliano Giornetti, draws inspiration from the different female generations of the Ferragamo family and their enduring influence on the House today.

THE HANDBAG Fiamma is named after Salvatore’s late daughter Fiamma Ferragamo, the house’s leather accessories and shoe designer for almost 40 years who founded the iconic shoe Vara. The semi-circular top handle, designed in a range of five variant sizes, incorporates a functional pocket fastened with a lock that recalls the Gancio, the eternal symbol of Ferragamo’s history and dedication to modern design and luxurious craftsmanship. A combination of undeterred quality and functionality translates into a rich series of luxe details: top-stitched ribbed handles, double zip hardware closure, removable and adjustable shoulder strap and elegant satin lining.

Ferragamo also premieres a special collection of miniature styles, a range of limited edition variants that highlight precious mixed materials including: fringe embroidered nappa, two-tone fox fur hand stitched onto aged snakeskin, tweed with degrade Swarovski crystals and lizard skin handles, or calfskin with opulent stingray details.

The colour palette favours autumnal browns Cocoa, Black, Moss and Rosewood - as well as seasonal shades such as Plum, Atlantic, Grape, and the lighter touch of New Bisque, while the refined finish lends the metal accessories a golden shimmer.

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on exclusive exotics–black crocodile, the combination of pony hair and calfskin, and the sensual softness of palmella to buffed calfskin, complimented by an indulgent silk lining resurrecting an archival foulard print from the 1970’s and polished gold hardware handles.

THE PROJECT The FIAMMA launched in New York at a global event to celebrate the second chapter of L’Icona, with a short film and interview series featuring a fascinating cast of international families and their female generations.

The film vignettes and portraits showcases the new FIAMMA handbag collection, cast alongside a curated group of internationally relevant women, incorporating Ferragamo signatures – innovative design, interesting combinations of exotic materials, iconic silk print linings from the 1970’s, novelty hardware stemming from the brand’s origins to today- showcasing the House’s classic heritage alongside new playful styles for the next generation.

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ATELIER VERSACE

Karl lagerfeld

FALL – WINTER 2014-15 COLLECTION

FALL-WINTER 2014-2015

Contemporary streamlined elegance. A monochrome silhouette with flashes of metallics, petrol blue and burgundy. Elements from the masculine wardrobe melded with sportswear to create a modern tale on femininity. This Karl Lagerfeld collection brings together the line’s established classics with a luxurious twist for Fall-Winter 2014-2015.

Atelier Versace with fresh allure is at the heart of Haute Couture.

Long slashed-front dresses have one leg covered as if a trouser for contemporary attitude.

Tailoring is cut away, such as a one-sided jacket held to the body by gold-buckled corsetry, or skirts peeled back to reveal the hip.

Among the timeless essentials, the ideal white shirt comes with a cotton piqué or pleated front, or a leather collar. This season, the biker jacket moves up a level with a rich leather version whose sleeves can be unzipped for added versatility. Padded biker-style details feature on leather trousers (both slim and boyfriend versions) as well as on upgraded jogging pants and sweats. Neoprene also brings its sporty edge to tailored separates, while the K-effect «Kuilted» stitching - already a key feature in the accessories line - invites itself onto bomber-style puffas and sweats.

Thin strips of vinyl embroidered onto a transparent base create graphic shapes in a sheer coat or extravagant gown.

A new approach to Couture, T-shirt shapes are cut and rolled to create dramatic effects and reveal the skin beneath on a variety of dresses.

Opulent blue fur coats include frayed organza patchwork of mink with crystal metal mesh, exclusively created by Swarovski for this collection. Others are made from fox stitched with vinyl and leather.

Embroideries are in a degrade of colour, while semi-transparent nylon is knitted with pockets of crystal metal mesh to sit sinuous on the skin.

Voluminous ball gowns of double duchesse silk coated with silicon have been shaped freely on the body for the spirit of couture today.

“Atelier Versace is true couture. I wanted to celebrate construction and deconstruction, provoking by taking away fabric, to make couture modern.” DV

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Tailored wool provides a masculine element to the collection with checked coats and trousers, while knits opt for texture with leather inserts and large stitching. A flower and chain print on satin adds a playful feminine element. The «Karl» profile again makes its appearance on leathers and sweatshirts. Jeans can be dressed up or down, available in a selection of contrasted finishes.

Evening strides in with a selection of longer, tuxedo-inspired dresses and playsuits, contrasted with the ultra-mini length of padded, sequined suits. Double-breasted bouclé coats bring a sense of warmth emphasized by shrugs, gilets and short jackets in fun fur and genuine fur.

Beyond the ultimate black, white and grey, the season’s palette opts for the colder shades

of burgundy and petrol blue or green, adding a refined elegance to the youthful feel of the collection. Oversized neck-ties and sleeveless leather gloves add the required panache of the true Karl Lagerfeld spirit.

Bags thrive from season to season, with the Karl Zip Bowletto and Kuilted ranges now available in a larger selection of sizes, colours and designs.

The new K/Rock family rings an appropriately rock’n’roll note with its removable guitar strap handles. The K/Chain and K/School designs work their metallic details, while the instantly

recognisable Karl Cutout shoppers play with the brand’s logo and iconic name.

Shoes focus on classic inspirations and wearability, with the perfect buckled brogue, reworked sneaker and biker boot. For evening, the Katwalk sandal adds height and drama to any outfit.

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Louis Vuitton Fall/Winter 14/15

“This familiar wardrobe appeals to the collective unconscious, stirring our affective memory. We never tire of these perennial pieces; they are faithful friends. Eternally under their alluring spell, we delight in wearing them time and again.

A peppering of original designs shakes up the cozy coterie; these distinctly modern, strikingly stylish newcomers open up the much-loved wardrobe to new pairings and a landscape of possibilities.

Louis Vuitton is a land of contrasts. A timehonored and noble legacy is kept alive by a yearning for discovery and exploration.

Coursing boldly and imaginatively through the decades, Louis Vuitton refreshes the world of fashion with an untiring ebb and flow of retrospective and fresh perspective. Glorious smooth, full-grain leather is contrasted with hybrid materials. Bold, bright colors are juxtaposed with muted halftones.

Hand-crafted artisanal techniques are updated with a high-tech twist.This initial collection tells a tale of expertise made possible by innovative techniques. It focuses on the highlights and remains open to interpretation.

Living proof that today’s “timeless” was at one time seen as innovative. In this collection, the timeless is now. “

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Victoria beckham Autumn/Winter 2014

“For me this collection is about the embodiment of a modern and sophisticated spirit.

Reflecting this elegant sensibility my use of proportion and line has been further evolved, and I have focussed on the details within each design and a 360 degree application of curves, pleats, intarsia, ruffles and cut outs.

Silhouettes are long and lean but remain fluid while the three dimensionality of each look plays a key role in defining how I believe my customer feels and wants to dress.

It is very new but still essentially very me”.

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EMPORIO ARMANI WOMENSWEAR Autumn / Winter 2014-2015 collection Al momento

Theme A story about fashion, where masculine and feminine elements come together, and active, dynamic appeal blends with a taste for couture, and eccentric accessories and perfect lines.

The DNA of Emporio Armani style is given a contemporary look and redefined in daywear; there are contrasting looks for the day and evening, unusual combinations of fabrics, and shades of irony.

complement the long evening dress. Lace-ups and loafers with pearl details emphasise the fun appeal of these accessories, which through their combinations of materials suggest a new, modern, balanced aesthetic.

Hermes AW14

“Wild elegance, refined, precious.

Amazons, wide spaces, layering, asymmetrices. Collages of materials, prints.

Warmth, generous and wrap around volumes”

Key Pieces The theme of black and white, and variations of luminous grey. The colour turquoise, as cold as glass enamel. The first outfit on the catwalk is an oversized trouser suit, in true mannish style.

The last to appear are black velvet evening dresses revealing arms and legs, with white details and trims, stripes, and traces of pearls and black crystals. Trousers with pearls that look like pinstripes, jackets and T-shirts with a cut-off waistcoat effect. There are also spectacular trousers that are close-fitting at the back, with contrasting soft pleats at the front. They are either ankle-length, or knee-length like Bermuda shorts – a redefinition of shape. The volumes of the jacket are re-imagined with new dimensions and shoulder pads similar to those of a man’s jacket. The close-fitting body jacket offers unexpected appeal with its blend of masculine and feminine details. Long coats with raw-cut edges and wool long hair furs.

Features Surprising accessories offer a touch of contrasting contemporary style. These include an oversized black or grey felt hat, or a hat entirely covered in crystals for the evening.

Macro pearls light up shoe laces, collars, fasteners and trims of dresses. A black vinyl tie fastened at the side highlights a cheeky boy look, as does the clutch bag that peeps out from the pocket. Black and white shoes, boots with buckles, and faux socks in neoprene

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COLLECTION EXTREMELY PIAGET De diamants, de l’or… et la couleur

SIX Senses Septembre 1967 ! La Mostra, le festival du cinéma, va s’ouvrir à Venise. Et la veille de la soirée d’ouverture, lors d’un bal donné dans un des palais du Grand Canal, Elizabeth Taylor fait l’une de ses arrivées extravagantes dont elle a le secret. Robe caftan brodée de paillettes, parure d’émeraudes et une coiffure en rubans de papier et coquillages créée spécialement pour elle. Toute l’époque se résume dans cette apparition. Les années 1960-70 sont un moment d’insouciance unique dans l’histoire du XXème siècle. Les barrières rigides qui encadraient la société d’autrefois sont tombées. Le grand monde n’existe plus. En revanche, à New York, à Paris, à Monaco, à Londres, Venise ou à Rome, des milliardaires, des princes, des stars de cinémas, des artistes se donnent rendezvous, en fonction du calendrier des fêtes et des saisons. Chacun aspire à une plus grande liberté En France, Brigitte Bardot, a transformé la petite ville de Saint-Tropez en capitale internationale

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du bohème chic. A Londres, même la princesse Margaret, sœur de la reine d’Angleterre, ne craint pas d’assister à des premières, vêtues de robes ethniques très colorées. Les usages ont cédé la place à des modes.

Cette époque a marqué l’histoire de Piaget.

Créé un peu moins d’un siècle auparavant, en 1874, par George Piaget à la Côtes aux fées, un petit village accroché sur le versant sud du Jura Suisse, cette manufacture de montre est alors l’une des plus célèbres du Monde. Les années 1960 vont bousculer les habitudes de la maison. L’arrivée d’une nouvelle génération, avec notamment Yves Piaget, l’installation d’un salon pour les clients à Genève, et les influences contrastées et sophistiquées de ces années libérées, vont influencer profondément la création, dans ses formes, mais aussi dans ses matières et ses contrastes de couleurs.

Sur Piaget comme sur le monde, souffle

alors un vent de liberté. Et paradoxalement, certaines innovations jugées très audacieuses à cette époque, sont devenues aujourd’hui des classiques de la maison.

En cette année 2014, Piaget célèbre son 140ème anniversaire, et à l’occasion de la 27ème biennale des Antiquaires de Paris, la maison met en lumière une période phare de son histoire créative les années 1960-70, sublimée par les matériaux les plus précieux : diamants, émeraudes, saphirs, pierres dures et or. 88 bijoux et 37 montres créés spécialement pour cet événement. Les dessins sont audacieux jouent sur l’asymétrie, la fluidité et la stylisation.

Sur certaines de ces parures la frontière entre le bijou et la montre disparait totalement. La couleur est très présente, notamment avec les cadrans en pierres dures, signature de la maison. Un pan entier de la collection a d’ailleurs été baptisé «Extremely Colorful».

Setting Her Trends

Brumani at Al Ostoura Jewelry at Thuraya Mall Black Jade at Roberto Coin at Thuraya Mall

Glitz & Glam Make your looks memorable by adding some dazzling jewelry.

Colored gemstones are perfect for evening wear, and subtle colors look good in the daytime as well. Choose from cocktail rings, necklaces, earrings, and cuffs to complete your ensemble. Pick an investment piece which you can cherish for years to come.

Located at Thuraya Mall

Casato at Al Ostoura Jewelry at Thuraya Mall

Snake at Roberto Coin at Thuraya Mall

Colpo di Fulmine at Pomellato at Thuraya Mall

Van Cleef & Arpels Château enchanté clip

White gold, round, baguette-cut and half-moon cut diamonds, baguette-cut emeralds, ovalcut and briolettecut pink and purple sapphires, round and baguette-cut sapphires, one ovalcut emerald of 39.85 carats (origin: Brazil).

Silhouetted majestically against the surrounding countryside, fairytale castles transport us into an imaginary world of enchantment and splendor. To evoke the castle in Peau d’‫آ‬ ne, the Maison has created a clip whose architecture is illuminated by a harmonious combination of gems. At its center lies a splendid Brazilian emerald weighing over 39 carats, in a spellbinding oval cut. A true Pierre de Caractère, it stands out for its unique blue-green color possessed with the spiritual quality that the Maison holds dear. Punctuated by ethereal briolettes, a gradation of blue and purple sapphires emphasizes the twisting forms of diamond-set paths. This tableau of rare intricacy symbolizes the princess’s happy childhood, growing up with her father and mother at her side.

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DAHLIA DIVIN The Dahlia Divin bottle resembles one of Givenchy’s finest gowns: luxurious, feminine, perfectly structured and richly detailed. Everything about it speaks of Couture. It has timeless silhouette with pure lines and subtly bevelled edges; the satisfying weight of solid glass. With stylish cap in sophisticated shades of white and beige, the label bearing the name of the fragrance in raised letters, seemingly woven from precious yarn.

And, of course, the golden thread that adorns the neck.

Like a Couture jewel, it sets the tone for the juice within, itself golden, resplendent through the glass.

A detail of ultimate refinement: the Givenchy logo in a gold colour, visible even when the bottle is viewed from the back. The fragrance is packaged in a white box bordered with beige and gold lines. The dĂŠcor echoes the woven effect and gold lettering of the label, which evokes the feel of fine embroidery when touched.

Dahlia Divin is available in three sizes: 30, 50 and 75ml.

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Paco rabanne

LADY MILLION EAU MY GOLD! True to its singular vision, Paco Rabanne is once again pushing back boundaries and daring to reach for a new dream. What if happiness were the ultimate fantasy? What if, in these troubled times and lives that have become increasingly complex, the ultimate luxury had become self-‐surrender, if only for a moment? Lady Million Eau My Gold! meets this legitimate desire, offering an episode centered on freshness and exuberance. After the delicious whims and daring story of the first composition, Lady Million Eau My Gold! is focusing on the concept of pleasure. This new fantasy boasts its own share of drama and the spectacular. Everyday life fades into the background, making way for an interlude of pure bliss: the centre of the universe, the focus of every gaze and object of every desire, the Lady Million Eau My Gold! Heroine is completely immersed in this celebratory, uninhibited world. A name that is an exclamation, with a sparkling and iconoclastic play on words, highlights both its unique character and the fact that it joyfully belongs to the Lady Million family.

‫ بأسمى آيات التهاين‬PH7 ‫تتقدم مجموعة‬

‫ملقام حرضة صاحب السمو أمري البالد حفظه اللّه‬

Paco Rabanne has chosen Hana Jirickova to embody this new femininity. At 22, the beautiful Czech blonde has already posed for top fashion photographers, such as Peter Lindbergh, Craig McDean, Mario Sorrenti and Mert Alas & Marcus Piggott. After spending two years in Paris, Hana has now been living in New York for a year. She combines refined beauty with a strong personality, two complementary qualities required to become the Lady Million Eau My Gold! ambassadress. Paco Rabanne was won over by her spontaneity and natural exuberance.

A winning first impression confirmed during the shoot for the commercial when Hana wonderfully slipped into the shoes of a sparkling showgirl.

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‫الشيخ صباح األحمد الجابر الصباح‬ ‫ومن الشعب الكويتي باختيار سموه من قبل األمم املتحدة‬

”‫“قائد إنساين عاملي‬ ‫واختيار الكويت‬

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Kerastase unlocks the secret to thicker and more beautiful hair with the divine Densifique An outstanding lip color revolution begins with the Color Riche Extraordinaire by L’Oreal Paris A lipstick that blends plush and intense color with rich and moisturizing properties sounds too good to be true, doesn’t it? Dedicated to realizing every wish of its valuable audience, L’Oreal Paris ushers in a fashionable lip color revolution with the fresh and exciting, Color Riche Extraordinaire range of lipsticks.

Inspired by traditional processes used in lacquer artistry and high technology from Japan, Color Riche has been created by applying lacquer techniques in liquid lip formation that bring smoothness, color and shine in one coat. After years of research, L’Oréal Paris combined the art of makeup with the latest formulas, finally achieving the impossible alchemyof oils and intense pigments and adding a new dimension to color for extraordinary lips.Hence, for the first time, precious micro-oils infused with

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rich pigments catch the light and act like a magnifying glass on color and lips thereby fashioning the perfect lip surface and color from within!

Combining effectiveness with ease of application, Color Riche arrives with a state-of-the-art spatula that is intuitive, flexible to embrace lips and delivers a faultless glaze. Truly a new vision in the world of lip color, Color Riche promises indulgent care and perfection in three dimensions, namely: richer color that is more magnified than ever, lustered lip surface that is devoid of any lip creases and light that is captured like never before.

With Color Riche Extraordinaire, L’Oreal Paris has created a new generation of lip color that merges a more powerful color than lipstick, more sophisticated gleam than gloss and more comfort than a balm! Lovely and luxuriant lips are just a Color Riche Extraordinaire application away!

Kerastase writes a new chapter in its history by unveiling the secret behind hair genesis.

The pioneering brand uncovers a new vision of hair density with the Densifique range, its first densifying ritual! Enabling you to act on the past, present and future of your hair, Densifique is the 1st comprehensive approach to hair density and is the foremost range to enrich the quality and quantity of your tresses.

Loss of hair density is a three part process that begins with lifeless lengths, followed by thinning roots and finally ending with less hair production. Providing a complete beauty routine to create the perfect density, the Densifique range is the 1st densifying ritual with Stemoxydine. Working in accordance with other effective ingredients, Stemoxydine reprograms the future by triggering the growth of new hair while the Hyaluronic, is your key source of hydration for the scalp and hair, reshaping the present. Finally, the Gluco-peptide rewinds the past by providing hair with body, dynamism and bounce. As these three miraculous ingredients

work together, you instantly notice richer, fuller locks and hair that is more alive.

The exquisite and effective range consists of the Bain Densite (Bodifying shampoo), Masque Densite (Regenerating Mask), Concentre + Booster Densifique (Intense Densifying in-salon treatment), Densifique Ampule (Hair density activator), and the Densimorphose (Thickening Mousse). Abundance, lushness and bounce are just four simple at home steps, namely:

size amount of mousse to washed and toweldried hair. Distribute the mousse with a comb.

Leave-in.

Obtain the hair quality and quantity you desire with Kerastase’s divine Densifique range!

Bathe (Bain Densite): Apply to damp hair, emulsify, massage and rinse.

Treat (Masque Densite): Apply to washed and towel-dried hair. Leave in for 3-5 minutes.

Emulsify and rinse thoroughly.

Regenerate (Densifique Ampules): Apply on a clean scalp to towel-dried or dry hair in circle motions. Proceed with usual styling. Leave-in.

Texturize (Densimorphose): Apply an orange-

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Outrageous Volume Mascara Gold

SEPHORA

Outrageous Lips and Colorful Eyes Sephora Outrageous Rouge Extreme Liquid Lipstick

The Outrageous Volume Ultra Gold Mascara which was previously a limited edition product can now be added to your fixed beauty must haves. It gives you an outrageously glamorous look and gorgeous pumped-up curved lashes.

The outrageously glamorous liquid lipstick from Sephora is for daring women who are not afraid to make a statement.

This long-wearing cream formula delivers scandalously saturated color paired with mind-blowing shine. It is available in 10 absolutely irresistible shades, including “Fuchsia Flirt,” “Sangria Desire” and “Red Crush

Brilliant Jumbo for Cheeks & Lips

This is the newest form of beauty know-how from the Sephora Lab, which has reinvented the jumbo pencil to give cheeks and lips a pop of fresh, exuberant color.

Ultimate Oil-in-Gel Lipstick Remover

Here is the latest installment in a series of beauty innovations, a lipstick remover that works tirelessly to combat dry, rough lips. For all lipsticks lovers for whom compromise is not an option, Sephora has designed a tube that is sure to spark a smile. Its surprising oil-in-gel texture eliminates traces of makeup while also moisturizing the lips.

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HER style icon

Bianca Brandolini D’Adda was born on June

25, 1987, in Paris to father Count Ruy and Mother Countess Georgina Brandolini d’Adda. Her grandfather Brando Brandolini d’Adda descended from a noble Venetian family with its own palazzo on the Grand Canal; her grandmother Cristiana is a sister of the late Fiat chairman Gianni Agnelli and her maternal grandfather was Prince JeanLouis de Faucigny-Lucinge.

Bianca studied at Institut du Marais–Charlemagne Pollès and currently studies at Studio Pygmalion acting school in Paris.

A woman of style Bianca Brandolini D’Adda

Bianca Brandolini is a well known Italian beauty known for her sense of style, her good personality, her friendship with Olivia Palermo, Giovanna Battaglia, relationship with Lapo Elkan, and so much more like being a muse for Giambattista Valli, Valentino and Dolce & Gabbana. She is a socialite and sports a supermodel appearance and a has a fine taste which solidified her standing as a trend setter for her generation.

The socialite and model is known for her fine taste in clothes whether on her campaigns, on the red carpets or when she simply takes the street. For example, she went all out at the Met Gala dripping in a bronze sequined cape and gown by Dolce & Gabbana, radiating a sophisticated look in a bronze gown that outshined her beautiful skin and fabulous hair color - an unforgettable look!

Bianca Brandolini D’Adda has a casual approach to style, which can be detected in her ability to balance high and low fashion amazingly. “Don’t overdo it—being a bombshell should look easy!”

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She answered assertively when asked about the secrets behind dressing like an Italian bombshell.

Socialite and model Bianca Brandolini D’Adda spelled out her style secret: “I like to wear what I have fun with, and feel at ease in. And then I had examples like my grandmother who was always elegant and comfortable at the same time.”

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Celebrity wearing

the queen of vogue in louis vuitton

D&H

Anna Wintour in a fabulous custom made dress

by Louis Vuitton for the New York Fashion Week.

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Local interview

Abdulwahab Al-Essa may be just a person

with different interests. As a matter of fact, this man does have various interests that are part of various successful careers, each mastered with passion and dedication as if it were his one and only. The chairman of Omedia Social Media Marketing, a political tv presenter at Alwatan TV and an entrepreneur reveals his philosophies and points of strength to THETALK readers.

How do you manage to integrate different interests and passions and maintain success at them equally?

Since 2007, my full focus has been on media and politics – I started appearing on TV since then until 2010. Later, I started focusing on business, and by that time I was in a good media position where I don’t have to show on TV every night like I did before; once a week was more than enough. That was the time when I was able to spare more time for business.

chairman of Omedia Social Media Marketing, political tv presenter at Alwatan TV and entrepreneur

In your opinion, what makes a successful entrepreneur?

To be honest, there might be no keywords for this question. However, every entrepreneur has their own circumstances their own ideologies that should be clear the very day they decide to start their business. To answer the question about success in general, I would say a successful person is he who can read the situation very well and work around it wisely.

Where do you find yourself mostly?

Well, believe it or not, I don’t know yet. It feels like I have an equal amout of passion: politics, media and business - I miss one when I focus on the other. However, I believe that one day, the three of them will be equally important because they truly continue one another. For example, no successful business can survive without a strong support from media and a good political influence, especially in Kuwait.

What do you do when you are not working?

Do you have any hobbies?

I like to spend more time with my family whenever I have a free time. As for the hobbies, I think I’m lucky to have my hobbies as parts of my job.

When you were younger, did you have a vision in terms who you wanted to be? Is the present similar to what you have imagined?

Yes, I’m the kind of a man who dreams in the morning with his eyes are open and I had pictured myself here when I was young. I believe a have a unique instinct through which I can see and anticipate what the future holds for me.

What was the best thing that ever happened to you in your career?

The biggest milestone was establishing Omedia; a leading social media communication company in the Middle East which has been operating for the past two years, delivering comprehensive social media solutions to wide and prominent, both regional and local companies through a fully integrated selection of skills and services.

It is a unique and innovative solution provider to aid the rise in the dot-com industry. I believe this was the leap in my career.

Who are you thankful to?

My mother has shown me great support all the way - I awe my success to her.

What is your ambition? Who do you aspire to become?

My ambition is a secret that I might not be able to reveal, but I believe it will be revealed on its own at the right time.

Which three adjectives describe your strengths best?

I listen more than I talk, I have a good will for everybody and I’m a decision maker who never hesitates.

Abdulwahab Al-Essa:

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WEAR AND PAIR

Timeless and glamorous, yet very Carrera

His & hers watches from Charriol

A half-century after its dramatic arrival on the motor-racing scene, the Carrera returns in an enriched Lady Collection more feminine than ever

Charriol is proud of its family origins and remains, 30 years after its foundation, a fully family-owned business. The Alexandre C collection is named after Philippe Charriol’s son, now Artistic Director of the company. One of the maison’s most enduring collections, Alexandre C truly incarnates Charriol’s values of craftsmanship, excellence and style. To honour Charriol’s recent 30th anniversary, 2014 sees the release of several new Alexandre C variants for men and women.

of this watch. Bigger sizes -at 40mm for men and 34mm for women- create depth and volume on the timepiece. A larger dial and inclined bezel are both eye-catching and demonstrate Charriol’s watchmaking expertise and attention to details.

A wide variety of styles with quartz movement makes these classic timepieces perfect for couples to wear and pair together.

The men’s styles all feature the distinctive Charriol logo around the bezel. On the dial, quartz models display polished torsade indexes or four Roman figures and eight indexes, set on a silver sun-brushed guilloché dial. Encircling the dial is a very fine twisted cable, another

The new Alexandre C models show a redesign of the original style, ushering in a new generation

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Made in Switzerland, the watches are crafted from stainless steel, featuring the iconic twisted cable straps that Charriol is renowned for the world over. This technical grade steel is supple, comfortable as well as highly unique.

reference to Charriol’s cable hallmark.

Ladies can select styles to match their personal style and preference, choosing between polished torsade indexes, diamond counters or Roman numerals on a silver guilloché dial. In a true testament to femininity, the Alexandre C models for women can be adorned with a diamond setting on the bezel. White mother of pearl dials with diamond counters perfectly complement the glittering diamonds and cool tones of the silver stainless steel cable.

The women’s models all offer delicate interpretations of the men’s designs, making these ideal for partners or husbands and wives to wear together as an expression of their union.

The new Carrera Lady Collection is every bit as beautiful and strong as the glamorous woman who helped design it: five-time Grand Slam tennis champion Maria Sharapova.

Launching this October, the 12 ultra-feminine, chic & sporty new watches in the Collection are perfect night or day accessories, ideal for dressing up or down. The racing-circuit aesthetics that made the Carrera an icon of classic sporting style— faceted horns, wide-open dial and a thin bezel for optimum readability at the wheel—are still in place but reinterpreted in a more feminine way. The stunning details, in contrasting black and white, give new urban glamour. Like Maria Sharapova, their sexy, feminine appeal is at the forefront, but so too is their resilience and versatility. The standout stars of the Carrera Lady Collection are: The Carrera Lady 32MM Quartz Replete with precious stones and shimmering high-polished finishings, this is a stunning piece of jewelry, available in special diamond editions (12 Top Wesseltons on the dial or 64 Top Wesseltons on the bezel), in all-steel or steel and solid rose gold (18K 5N), and with different dial choices, including silver with fine azurage detailing or gorgeous mother of pearl. Despite the richness,

the design is pure and minimal, with no minuterie track (on certain models), flange or second hand—only hour and minute.

The Carrera Lady 28MM CALIBRE 9 AUTOMATIC After much demand a small and automatic Carrera Lady is now on offer, with a new Calibre 9 movement visible through the sapphire caseback, Like the quartz editions, the new Cal 9s are available in steel or steel and rose gold, different dial options and 12 diamonds on the dial or 56 diamonds on the fixed bezel. Each is an all-polished masterwork of Swiss engineering and craftsmanship. Like Maria, it will shine on the court or under the spotlights…

Founded in Saint-Imier in 1860 by Edouard Heuer, TAG Heuer has marked the history of luxury watchmaking, especially in the fields of chronographs and ultimate precision. A legend in prestige Swiss watchmaking and one of its most innovative brands, TAG Heuer has built on its active commitment in the sports world to create the most accurate timing instruments and wrist timepieces in the world. In 2012, thanks to the lessons learned through these achievements, TAG Heuer won the world’s

most coveted watchmaking award, the Geneva Watchmaking Grand Prix «Aiguille d’Or». TAG Heuer is unrelenting in its quest for innovation, excellence, performance and prestige. This ambition is reflected in its sponsorships with F1 Vodafone McLaren Mercedes team and its World Champion Jenson Button, the Automobile Club of Monaco for the prestigious Monaco Grand Prix, and the new FIA Formula E Championship, the world’s top competition for electrically powered racing cars. TAG Heuer is also a partner of Oracle Team USA, 2013 champion of sailing’s most prestigious trophy, the 34th America’s Cup. The brand also partners with actress Cameron Diaz, actors Leonardo DiCaprio, Shah Rukh Khan and Chen Dao Ming, and WTA tennis champion Maria Sharapova, sharing with them the same values: human achievement and true innovation.

TAG Heuer is the number one industrial manufacturer of 100% in-house Swiss chronograph movements: after the Calibre 1887, an automatic chronograph movement with an oscillating pinion based on a Heuer invention in 1887, TAG Heuer continues to develop upstream and launches the Calibre CH 80, produced in a new facility, its forth one in Switzerland.

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Like a delicate flower in the wind Grappoli Collection from de Grisogono Like a delicate flower under the wind, the briolette-cut stones of this watch subtly whisper and tremble at the rhythm of the beautiful Lady wearing it.

A unique blend of boldness, creativity and innovation and high jewellery craftsmanship.

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Each of the Grappoli pieces is hand-made, 30 hours per watch are required to set one stone by stone. An incredible amount of high quality stones and carats is used (from 60 to more than 80 carats per piece).

Around 1000 brilliant-cut stones are hand-set

by the de GRISOGONO craftsmen on each piece. The snow setting on the dial enhances the brightness and color variation. 70 moving briolette-cut stones are sewed on the case.

Each arrangement is different, therefore making each Grappoli timepiece completely unique.

Maurice Lacroix Fiaba Express yourself

The Maurice Lacroix Fiaba is the perfect timepiece to complement a vivacious personality and a passion for life. It is

fashionable and contemporary, yet has some classical touches at the same time.

Numerous charming details evoke thoughts

of glamour and sophistication. Slim and feminine, the watch seduces with its slender torso and sensuous curves.

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The new FENDI Crazy Carats in precious colorful mink Fall-Winter 2014-15 Special Edition FENDI Timepieces unveils the blinding Crazy Carats watch with luxurious mink straps, crafted by the Maison’s fur atelier. With a twist of the crown on the Crazy Carats watch, three shimmering precious stone choices are offered as dial markers – a unique beautiful expression of time and moods.

“FENDI is fur – and fur is FENDI”, Karl Lagerfeld once said. The fur atelier is the essence of luxury, a celebration of an enduring tradition, creative passion and excellence of Italian craftsmanship.

FENDI has elevated fur to new heights, renewing the style and focusing on the quality. For the next Fall-Winter Collection, FENDI Timepieces dresses the iconic Crazy Carats watch with enchanting fur straps. The dual-color of the mink offers chic yet provocative appeal to this elegant and sophisticated timepiece.

Three Unique Precious Stone Choices The Crazy Carats is presented with a new dramatic dial in either off-white or black, highlighting the precious stone markers. A twist of the crown uniquely reveals three shimmering precious stone choices – either white diamonds, pink or blue sapphires - to fit the woman’s mood in the blink of an eye.

Each of the four FENDI Crazy Carats Fall-Winter 2014-15 watches is bedecked in precious stones up to almost seven carats depending on the model. Because women love choice, the dualcolor mink fur band, coming on a crocodile leather strap, is offered in different colorful options: classic black and white, alluring burgundy and white, bold dark grey and yellow or daring dark blue and red.

FENDI creates each watch in a limited edition of 50 pieces.

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Elegant and chic, the new Crazy Carats has been expressly created for the FENDI woman, who loves accessories with a hint of mystery and surprise.

About FENDI Timepieces FENDI, Italian luxury Maison with roots dating back to 1925, began its foray into the world of luxury timepieces in 1988. Since then, FENDI Timepieces has unveiled some of the most iconic wrist designs for men and women combining Italian taste and Swiss craftsmanship,

and focusing on the opulence of materials and

colors. All FENDI Timepieces are manufactured in Switzerland.

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Carolina Herrera

Hackett Menswear Autumn/ Winter 2014

FALL/ WINTER 2014 MEN’S COLLECTION The CH Carolina Herrera Fall 2014 Men’s Collection is all about sleek tailoring and layering rich textures. The play of fabrics, precision in details and cut, and use of color, creates a refined look for fall that suits a modern lifestyle.

Classic menswear colors of navy, black, grey and camel are accented by warmer hues of garnet, burnt orange, bottle green and CH signature red. The color palette is complemented by fresh silhouettes and cuts creating a newness that is

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perfectly aligned with the spirit of the House. The mix of rich tweeds, wool, cashmere and leather add texture and defining details.

Tailored suiting styled with sporty separates is Carolina Herrera’s take on dressing smart for all occasions. Complete with a suede weekender or leather briefcase, the CH man can be outfitted from head to toe and command the room with style and ease.

Hackett London celebrates the age of stylish travel this season. Picturing ‘The Leading Man’ as global traveler, the collection dresses the different incarnations and characters of ‘The Leading Man’ on their travels around the globe, drawing heavily on the luxury Hackett Mayfair collection, including hooded shearlings, reversible padded suede jackets and luxury knits for Autumn/Winter 2014. CEO, Explorer, TravelPhotographer and The Graduate; all of the facets of Hackett’s Leading Man are represented with transitional and functional pieces.

Centred arounda golden age of travel, the collection embraces the lifestyle of the man who may have a formal dinner in the country through to the man with a meeting in the city - anywhere from Scotland via Hong Kong to New York. Of course, some of Hackett’s ‘Leading Men’ will move seamlessly from one character to another as their day (and night) unfolds. Needing a wardrobe that adapts and works, many pieces have been developed with crease-free fabrics and lightweight deconstruction. Layering takes a prominent role with detachable linings and reversible coats offering versatility.

In addition, Hackett Mayfair now offers a deconstructed suit with a butterfly half-lining to create a lighter more contemporary fit. Highly luxurious fabrics and trims have been used, with great attention to detail to encapsulate the essence of the timeless tailored suit.

Accessories within Hackett’s Mayfair collection include a formal range focusing on classic gentlemen’s work and city bags made from British semi-bridal leather with Hackett navy and city grey edge dyes. Custom designed brass hardware features Hackett’s signature bowler hat and umbrella logo and the collection expands into small leather goods including desk accessories, hip flasks, cigar cases, travel cases and games.‘Rothbury Tweed’ is a contemporary travelling collection of men’s bags in tweed and leather, exclusively developed for Hackett in Scotland, with vintage brass hardware, adjustable handles and traditional Sam Browne belting.

Hackett’s main casual wear collection is split into three main sections of inspiration – Poet, River Tweed & Winter Harbour, with Hackett’s signature tailoring running throughout the collection.

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VERSACE MENSWEAR

AUTUMN/WINTER 2014 The characteristics that define the new Versace menswear movement: young, free, liberated, provocative, unafraid.

The biker is the new cowboy, living in leather and denim, day or night.

Strong shouldered single-breasted suits are worn with a new Versace print silk shirt, worn over a fine-gauge rollneck.

New prints include a collage of car cut-outs mixed with iconic Versace images and precious Versace items.

Appliqué patches are embellished with classic Versace hardware, such as chains, studs and Medusa heads.

Coloured Bandana prints appear on shirts and vests, as well as this season’s underwear.

Coats with a strong shoulder come in cashmere or baby camel, and are worn with handdrawn

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Medusa T-shirts and bootcut jeans.

For evening, a shawl collar tuxedo comes in a wool mohair bouclé with lurex that’s been spun with real gold.

All boots have a Cuban heel, some with harnesses attached, giving men a liberated attitude. Portfolio bags have handcuffs attached on chains.

Accessories include fingerless gloves, key chains, sheriff badges, charm bracelets, grommet belts and specially painted motorbike helmets.

“I wanted this collection to be a celebration of individuality and the freedom to be whoever you want to be, in the face of all the oppression in the world right now.” Donatella Versace.

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GROOming

GIVENCHY Barber Edition GENTLEMAN’S ATTITUDE No. 1: BACK TO BEARDS!

Elegance shouldn’t be displayed; it should be noticed at first glance To give others the best version of oneself, through a subtle taste for beautiful things and good manners, is probably one of the secrets of the gentleman’s attitude.

A groomed beard, regardless of its style, can get you into the highly exclusive gentlemen’s club with no need to be elected or have a membership card.

This is why Givenchy has dreamed up the Barber Edition: a chic, vintage set featuring a bottle of Gentlemen Only Eau de Toilette – the neo-aromatic, woody fragrance and star men’s perfume of the House – and an aftershave balm with a soft, light texture.

GENTLEMAN’S ATTITUDE No. 2: TAME YOUR BEARD AND SAVE YOUR SKIN Being a gentleman is a matter of choice.

Like immaculately polished shoes or a suit that fits to a tee, a beard offers the man who wears it a way to affirm his freedom and openly reveal his personality and elegance.

Whether worn in a hipster, classic or casual chic fashion like Simon Baker in the Gentlemen Only advertising, beards are the unmistakable new attribute of assumed yet controlled virility.

And because the skin always deserves to be soothed, Givenchy dedicates the Barber Edition’s aftershave balm to the most demanding gentlemen. This balm offers a blend of hydrating, repairing and purifying effects, soothes razor burn and tightness in the skin, softens the beard of men who choose to grow it, and deeply nourishes it.

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This limited edition set is sure to please any bearded gentleman!

GENTLEMAN’S ATTITUDE No. 3: TEN EXPERT TIPS FOR A PERFECT SHAVE

In truth, being a gentleman does not depend on the circumstances but rather on one’s attitude in certain circumstances.

From the shaving ritual to everyday grooming, below are ten tips to help the perfect gentleman take care of his beard: Shave after showering (the hot water makes the skin supple and lengthens whiskers) and before eating, to avoid the risk of irritation and redness resulting from the chewing-induced influx of blood.

Use a shaving brush to straighten whiskers and facilitate shaving.

Do a weekly exfoliating scrub, the night before shaving, to eliminate dead skin and promote whisker growth.

Use a shaving cream, which offers greater protection and a richer texture.

The foam will soften whiskers and ensure a pleasant shave even for thick beards.

After shaving, apply a small dab of Gentlemen Only balm to soothe the skin and deeply nourish the beard.

Trim your beard at least once a week using beard scissors or a trimmer.

A monthly visit to the barber is a must.

Wash your beard as often as your hair with a volumising shampoo to reveal its radiance.

Brush your beard daily with a keratin comb (never plastic).

Soften your beard every day with silk powder.

Kiss your beloved tenderly with a soft, delicately fragranced beard.

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Mercedes C-Class A class act for comfort

How small do you like your luxury cars? New in Kuwait, the German firm’s flagship has rightly established itself at the forefront of luxury cars and luxury car technology. The C-Class is the best-selling car to wear the three-pointed star worldwide with more than 2.4 million of them having left showrooms since the current car arrived in 2007.

(although lighter) the C-Class’s traditional Mercedes grille and “gunsight” bonnet badge is now available only as a special option and instead the sportier and more dominant badge is in front of a two-pronged grille.

That means this latest version has a pretty substantial reputation to follow when it arrives this summer so it’s no surprise Mercedes has pulled out all the stops to make it more refined than ever before.

The C-Class has grown to take account of people’s increasing average height. With an 80-millimetre increase in the wheelbase compared with the previous model, the vehicle is 95 millimetres longer and 40 millimetres wider. The result is a more spacious interior. At 480 litres the new C-Class also surpasses its predecessor in terms of boot capacity.

An analogy with the S-Class wouldn’t be out of place either. In terms of looks both inside and out, this new C isn’t entirely unlike its big brother.

Where the big S-Class has shown its luxury car rivals how to produce a staggeringly comfortable car so the C-Class does the same here.

As well as being longer and wider than before

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absolute minimum while the ride quality is very impressive, especially at higher speeds.

Its striking, dynamic design exudes sensuous clarity and arouses emotions. Modern aesthetics were the source of inspiration for the new Saloon’s sensuous lines and surfaces. The clearly defined surfaces also deliberately display a degree of tension, lending a modern and at the same time emotional character.

This grille can close the louvres completely to optimise the Cd value, and with its overall appearance superbly emphasises the status of the refined Saloon. Customers can choose from three different design and equipment lines for the exterior and interior, each offering further scope for individualisation in addition to the standard equipment and appointments. The AVANTGARDE line showcases the C-Class as a sporty

Saloon, the EXCLUSIVE line places the emphasis on an elevated status and modern luxury, while the AMG Line lends the C-Class a decidedly sporty appearance. The various interior lines can also be combined with exterior lines to match ones taste and style.

Inderjit Gandhi, Marketing Manager of Abdul Rahman Albisher & Zaid Alkazemi Company said: “We are delighted with the response from our customers to the new C-Class, with our first shipment fully sold out before they’d even landed in Kuwait. This is a car that is appreciated by both our male and female customers who recognise its exceptional credentials – from its sleek design, through to its technological excellence and driving performance. The C-Class sets new standards in the premium medium-size category and heralds a new chapter in the Mercedes-Benz success story.”

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his style icon

Z

ac Efron is a Hollywood heartthrob who rose to stardom most notably in the High School Musical films. Born on October 18, 1987, in California, Zac Efron made his first television appearance on the series Firefly in 2002, he later landed guest roles on ER and the pilot for The Big Wide World of Carl Laemke, the film The Guardian, as well as the pilot for Triple Play and the made-for-television movie Miracle Run. Zac Efron was on the Forbes Celebrity 100 list in 2008 as number 92, with estimated earnings of $5.8 million from June 2007 to June 2008. As of April 5, 2009, his personal wealth equaled about $10 million. People magazine said in 2007 that Efron and Vanessa Hudgens began dating in 2005 during the filming of High School Musical.

From young to Prince charming Zac Efron

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Efron is famous for his fashion style and can look elegant wearing almost any brand. He has been spotted in American Apparel, Diesel, Marc Jacobs, and Dior Homme, as well as many other brands. Efron also loves Ray-Ban sunglasses and is almost never seen without a pair on!

Most recently, Zac starred with Seth Rogen in the hit comedy film Neighbors (2014), where viewers reported that Efron has never looked more handsome! Editors, too, seem to be hugely drawn by his stylish picks in his street style looks, labeling him with a big “master of airport style” tag in every fashion article.

Efron came to fame for starring in the Disney Channel original film High School Musical (2006), for which he won the Teen Choice Award for Breakout Star. He returned to the role of Troy Bolton in High School Musical 2 (2007), which broke cable TV records with 17.5 million viewers.

He played title roles of the fantasy romance Charlie St. Cloud (2010) and the comedy 17 Again (2009), both from director Burr Steers, and as the lovable Link Larkin in 2007’s smash hit musical Hairspray (2007). He also shared a Critics Choice Award for Best Acting Ensemble, the 2007 Hollywood Film Festival Award for Ensemble of the Year, and was honored with a Screen Actors Guild Award® nomination for Outstanding Motion Picture Cast. In addition, he won an MTV Movie Award for Breakthrough Performance.

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FAMILY. FASHION. ONE DESTINATION

HEALTH

AUTUMN / WINTER

COLLECTION

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Five detox recipes to rinse your liver naturally!

There is always TALK about drinking water on a daily basis being a way to help the flush out toxins, but with only a few simple ingredients you can transform water into detox water and get twice the benefit out it. This is something you can do every day, or as part of a more broad detoxing strategy by adding a dash of essence, taste and definitely an additional nutritious value. Detox water is not only a good way to increase your intake of water but will also boost your metabolism and is almost calorie-free. Below are some listed recipes that can offer slightly different benefits – you only need to make sure that you choose it according to your flavor preference and goals!

Apple Cinnamon Water 1 thinly sliced apple (type of apples) 1 fresh cinnamon stick Ice Cold water

Strawberry Lemon Mint Water 1 sliced lemon 5 sliced strawberries, 1 apple sliced Few sprigs of mint Cold water

Lemon Cayenne Pepper Drink Juice of ½ lemon Organic grade maple syrup Cayenne pepper powder Cold water

Cucumber Lemon Mint Water ½ sliced cucumber 1 sliced lemon Few sprigs of mint Cold water

Apple Cider Vinegar Water 2 tablespoons organic apple cider vinegar 2 tablespoons organic lemon juice 1 teaspoons organic cinnamon 1 tablespoon raw honey Cold water

Orange Mint Drink Juice of ½ orange Few springs of mint Cold water

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The ultimate destination Cambodia Travelers, did it ever cross your mind that best time to travel might in fact be during October? It so happens to be. Some destinations are ideally visited during autumn and just like there are places that top the list of the perfect summer vacations with outstanding landscapes of turquoise water and golden sands, there are spots that glow when summer is over. Cambodia is just one of them!

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Located in the southwest of the Indochinese peninsula, Cambodia occupies a total area of 181,035 square kilometers and borders Thailand to the west and northwest, Laos to the northeast, Vietnam to the east, and Gulf of Thailand to the southwest.

Of all the Southeast Asian countries, Cambodia is perhaps the most neglected destination from a tourist’s point of view. The country is arguably known worldwide for two things: the magnificent Angkor Wat complex and two of the legacies of the Khmer Rouge -- land mines and security issues. Together these facets have worked historically to both attract and repel foreign tourists, resulting in a highly developed tourist infrastructure surrounding Siem Reap, the closest town to the Angkor Wat complex, while the rest of the country, from a tourism point of view, has developed at a far slower pace.

Cambodia offers a wealth of destinations aside from Angkor Wat. For example, the capital, Phnom Penh, located roughly midway between Angkor Wat and the Vietnamese border, is beautiful in a dilapidated kind of way and has

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developed into a decidedly cosmopolitan city with excellent eating and drinking available along with some great value and very unique places to stay. Cambodia offers an incredible range of scenic locales; from its azure seas and white sandy beaches to the mist shrouded mountains. And all throughout, the land an dit people is imbued with a rich cultural heritage to be found anywhere from our stony temples to the great lake of Tonle Sap, to our hill tribes of the mountain region.

There are many imaginable activities can be arranged during your holiday in the Kingdom of Cambodia. Select from the following activities to learn more about Cambodia’s diverse activities before or within your travel in Cambodia, such as visiting the Arts & Crafts Center, cruising and boating and exploring spas and massages, meditation in nature, cooking classes, scuba diving and enjoying the cultural manifestations.

Some historically important places you need to visit should be on your itinerary in Phnom Penh, such as Tuol Sleng, the Killing Fields and

the National Museum. Boat cruises, cooking schools, an animal refuge, wet markets and the ever-scenic riverside boardwalk are all easy crowd-pleasers.

Another bustling city that attracts a fraction of the visitors it deserves, Battambang in the west of the country is both an attractive riverside city in its own right but also a convenient hub for exploring the hinterland with its temples, Khmer ruins and the bamboo train. Easily reached by bus or share taxi, you can also reach it by boat from Siem Reap, crossing the Tonle Sap, in what can be an incredibly awesome and memorable trip!

Another destination can be Siem Reap; the name literally means “Siam Defeated”. This once quaint village has become the largest boom town and construction site in Cambodia.

It’s quite laid-back and a pleasant place to stay while touring the temples and a nice compromise between observing Cambodian life and enjoying the amenities of modern services and entertainment, thanks to a large expatriate community.

Since Siem Reap is a major tourist destination, prices in many instances are higher than elsewhere in Cambodia. Expect to receive almost constant offers for motodop and tuk-tuk rides, along with everything else which drivers may be able to offer to you.

Be sure to pick up your free Siem Reap Angkor Visitors Guide and the equally free and useful Siem Reap Pocket Guide from your hotel/ guesthouse. It contains lots of info on Siem Reap and the Angkor Archaeological Park, including hotel, restaurant and shop info, travel info, and maps.

While nearby Thailand may be better known for its island scene, the half-dozen or so islands off the Cambodian south coast are where it is at when it comes to the “new” islands of the region.

Off the coast, Cambodia has a developing ecoish sustainable tourism scene, most famously centred around the Chipat area midway between Phnom Penh and Battambang where you can experience village life and grow to better appreciate what remains of Cambodia’s once-vast forests.

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Further east again takes you to romantically named Mondulkiri and Rattanakiri provinces.

Once considered Cambodia’s Wild East, these areas have been and continue to be ravaged environmentally, but there are highlights that remain; Banlung in the north can be used as a base for trekking in Virachey National Park and visiting nearby waterfalls.

Cambodian culture and tradition have had a rich varied history dating back many centuries. Over the years, the people of Cambodia developed a set of unique tradition from the syncretism of indigenous Buddhism and Hinduism.

Cambodians were raised to respect their culture and are very traditional in their way of life.

Tourists will notice the well-mannered Cambodian expressing a friendly attitude when they meet one.

There are many classical dance forms in Cambodia, of which a highly stylized art form was

once confined mainly to the courts of the royal palace and performed mainly by females. Known formally in Khmer as Robam Apsara, the dancers of this classical form are often referred to as Apsara dancers.

This dance form was first introduced to foreign countries and best known during the 1960s as the Khmer Royal Ballet. The first royal ballerina was Princess Norodom Bopha Devi, a daughter of King Norodom Sihanouk.

The Apsara Dance is particularly inspired by the style from around more than a thousand Apsara carvings in the Angkor temple complex.

As evidenced in part by these Apsaras celestial dancers, dance has been part of the Khmer culture for more than a millennium. A visit to Cambodia is only complete when one has attended at least one such traditional dance performance.

One more thing you do not want to skip through when you decide to go on a trip to Cambodia, that is, enjoying the native food and drink! Cambodians love a stronger sour taste in their dishes, and do not have a taste for spicy hot food, and black pepper is the preferred choice in cooking instead of chilli peppers which are usually served on the side. Fish is a main distinctive dish in Cambodia and you wil not leave Cambodia without tasting its flavour!

rice. If you are a great believer in fermented food, you should give it a try. It is always advisable to arrange your time to try the local food at least one time whenever you are planning for a trip.

The standard tourist visa for Cambodia is 30 days. So we’d say that is a good starting point.

In a month you could visit Angkor, Battambang, a couple of islands via Sihanoukville and then dash along the coast to Kep and Kampot before striking north to Phnom Penh, and continuing north to Laos via Kratie and Stung Treng.With two weeks you could easily see Siem Reap, an island, a bit of coast and the capital before moving on. One week, Angkor plus Phnom Penh or an island.

No matter how you decide to spend your autumn vacation in Cambodia or how long you choose to stay there, be sure to indulge in all the pleasure this country is willing to offer to its tourists along with its exceptional culture which will enrich your mind, your memory with sights of beauty, and your heart with its friendly people. Enjoy Cambodia!

Fact Sheet Capital: Phnom Penh Population: 15,422,714 Language: Khmer (Official), English and French Currency: 1 KWD = 14218.98 Cambodian riel Climate: Dry and cool from November to January – Rainy from July to September Cuisine: Asian (Tropical fruits, soups and noodles) Time Zone: (UTC+07:00) Dialing Code: +855

The most famous Cambodian dish is amok; usually made with chicken, fish, or shrimp, and some vegetables. Usually, fish is baked with coconut milk and lemongrass is wrapped in banana leaves. Amok is sometimes served in a hollowed-out coconut with rice on the side. This is somehow similar to Thai curried dish, but a little less spicy. One thing for sure, you will not forget this delicious flavor.

Another well-known dish is prahok – a fermented Khmer fish paste - which is usually eaten with rice.

The salty paste is used to flavor most dishes, with coconut and lemongrass making regular cameos.

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C. WONDER… A REVOLUTIONARY LIFESTYLE BRAND AND RETAIL CONCEPT FOR CHIC, CHARMING, AND CHARISMATIC WOMEN ANNOUNCES ITS FIRST LOCATION AT 360 MALL IN KUWAIT

H&M Studio Autumn/Winter 2014

The playful, sophisticated spirit of the 21st century bohemian woman is the look for H&M Studio this autumn/ winter: effortless, charming, always ready for the fun. H&M Studio was shown during Paris Fashion Week and throughout the collection, feminine meets masculine, with men’s blazers, biker and aviator jackets worn over draped tops and dresses. The collection will be sold in around 260 stores worldwide and online from September 4.

“I love the freedom of choice and bohemian spirit of H&M Studio for autumn/winter 2014. It’s all about feminine pieces full of sophistication and fun, worn with attitude,” says Ann-Sofie Johansson, head of design, new development.

C. Wonder, the revolutionary lifestyle brand that exploded onto the retail scene with the debut of its New York City store in October 2011, is excited to announce that its first store in Kuwait opened Wednesday, 23rd of July, 2014.

The brainchild of visionary entrepreneur J. Christopher Burch, founder and CEO of Burch Creative Capital, C. Wonder offers women’s clothing, footwear, jewelry and accessories; housewares and home decor, great gifts, and delightful surprises at every turn.Our design teams create a wide-ranging assortment of beautiful, versatile and spirited products for all areas of our customer’s life.

With the belief that luxury should be a feeling rather than a price tag, perhaps the best part is the price. The brand’s incredible value is matched by the fine materials and thoughtful details that reward shoppers with well-appointed purchases.

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Lacquer and enamel, calf-hair and suede, monogramming and personalization are all used generously to create special products with lasting appeal.

With a maximalist approach to design, C. Wonder is devoted to creating a shopping destination unlike anything that currently exists in retail. The store environment implements features that make C. Wonder a world of its own: a floor plan divided into an emporium of themed rooms: Bazaar, Jewelry, Psychedelic, Garden and American Dream, creating a store experience that prompts a journey of discovery.

C. Wonder provides women with an entirely new retail experience, a shopping destination that transports customers into a world of luxury and surprises. The first C. Wonder store in the Middle Eastopened in Spring of 2014 at the Mall of the Emirates in Dubai.

THEMES - The return of the slip dress as a wardrobe staple, held on thin straps and worn on its own or for layering. Lace appears elsewhere for insets and borders.

- Pieces adopted from menswear add the sleekness of tailoring through blazers, or the attitude of leather biker jackets.

- A draped top with matching trousers is the new suit. Meanwhile the exposed shoulder is a focus, both with off-the-shoulder and one shoulder looks.

- A new width in trousers, often trimmed with tuxedo details for permanent night-time elegance.

FABRICS - Silk crepe and chiffon, for the most delicate slip dresses.

- Leather, either patent with a glossy shine, distressed and worn-looking, or metallic.

- Fake fur, patchworked together.

- Velvet, for tops, dresses and an evening take on the track pant.

- Fine cashmere gives both softness and transparency in tanks, sweaters and dresses.

DETAILS Sequin and stone embroidery, laced knits, cord and grosgrain details, asymmetric hems, intricate patchwork effects.

COLOURS Black, navy, khaki, off-white, beige and grey with accents of bubblegum pink and bold zebra patterns.

KEY GARMENTS Slip dress, biker jacket, draped top and trousers, aviator jacket, patchwork fake fur coat, wide trousers, cashmere knits.

KEY ACCESSORIES Pointed boots with either a low or high heel come in metallic or patchworked leather, mules, caps trimmed with fake fur.

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Harvey Nichols Kuwait Launches Autumn Winter 2014 Collection with Spectacular Instore Event

Balmain and Behbehani Group Launch the Balmain Event with Brand Ambassador, Miss Switzerland, Dominique Rinderknecht

Harvey Nichols Kuwait launched their new Autumn Winter 2014 collection with a spectacular in-store event at Grand Avenues the Avenues.

The upscaleretailer presented a catwalk show, performances by the Electric String Quartet Siren, the innovative Giant Snow Globe Showfeaturing acrobatic performers and a dazzling array of new styles in their fur boutique.

The event began with a countdown to the window reveal, which had been shrouded in mystery in order to build anticipation for the big night.

The theme for the event was built on a futuristic twist back to the 1960s with a strong mod and robotic feel. Silver and metallic embellishments were also central to the main concept, which had tremendous buzz on social media for weeks leading up to the occasion. Top local designers, VIPs and fashion influencers were in attendance at the extravaganza, which was unlike any other fashion affair previously held in Kuwait.The latest trends by high-end designer brandsthat are exclusive to Harvey Nichols Kuwaitwere introduced to guests.

Balmain and Behbehani Group announced their new event welcoming the Balmain brand ambassador and also Miss Switzerland, Dominique Rinderknecht, on September 21st, 2014 at the TIKTOK showroom, the Avenues Mall.

Tik Tok is the newest addition to Behbehani Group; it is an innovative concept that brings together all the brands that Swiss watch lovers prefer, all in a trendy, non-classic ambiance that transforms its clientele to a world of novelty.

The event commenced with a press gathering where it Balmain Instagram competition was announced encouraging the shoppers and the media to try on the Balmain Beleganza Chrono watch next to Miss Swiss and upload it to their Instagram accounts. 3 competitors with the highest number of likes shall win Balmain watches.

Miss Switzerland 2013 is striking a Balmain wristwatch called Beleganza Chrono Lady that displays a full measure of engaging charm.

Trafalgar Timex Group Trafalgar held a cocktail press event for the launch of the new Versace and Salvatore Ferragamo’s 2014 watch collections from Timex Group Swiss Luxury Division at Al Hamra Tower in Kuwait.

The collections included Versace watch collections “V-Signature Christmas Edition”, “Versace V-Metal Icon” and Salvatore Ferragamo watch collections “Buckle Christmas Edition”, “Ferragamo 1898”, and “Lungarno”.

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Kenzo hosts an evening of ‘Mysterioso’ in celebration of its Fall/Winter 2014 Collection Kenzo rolled out its Fall/Winter collection in an evening of glamour and style attended by Kuwait’s trend-setting fashionistas, celebrities, instagram icons, and VIPs at Kenzo’s store at The Avenues last night.

Kenzo’s Fall/Winter 2014 collection allows us to take a glance into the heads of its creative directors, Humberto Leon and Carol Lim, discovering the various beautiful, idiosyncratic and elliptical characters that Kenzo portrays. A collection based off a theme inspired by love, revenge, the strange and the ‘Mysterioso’ (mysterious) in equal candor.

New Limelight Boutique at the Gate Mall Al Ostoura launched the newest Limelight multibrand contemporary designer boutique. Limelight is a veritable paradise for the fashion savvy shopper. The swanky interiors and attractively displayed merchandise make shopping a fun yet distinguished experience.

Trendy designer labels like MSGM, Tadashi Shoji, Marc By Marc Jacobs, Issa, Paul & Joe, Melissa, Sara Roka, Love Moschino and many more are available at the store. The customer’s shopping experience is enriched by the knowledgeable staff and friendly service.

The store is the latest addition to Limelight multi-brand boutiques located at The Avenues Mall, Salhiya Complex, Arraya Mall, and Zahra Complex.

Limelight Boutique is located at The Gate Mall, Eqaila.

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All-New Mercedes-Benz C-Class arrives in Kuwait

New Model Heralds next chapter in Mercedes-Benz success story and sets new standards in the premium medium-size category Kuwait - Abdul Rahman Albisher & Zaid Alkazemi Co, the authorised General Distributor of Mercedes-Benz in Kuwait, officially launched the all-new Mercedes-Benz C-Class at The Avenues Mall on 10 September 2014, in the presence of the company’s Directors, senior management, representatives from Daimler Middle East and Levant and members of the media. Much anticipated and well received globally, the new model defines new benchmarks in the premium medium-size category with its clear yet emotional design, high-class interior and superior driving comfort. Its refined sportiness and energising comfort is underscored by a number of innovations and equipment features that include excellent aerodynamics and the lightest offer the highest standards in safety, and a new optional air-sprung suspension for exemplary ride and driving comfort, with nimble and agile handling.

In all, the C-Class establishes new efficiency benchmarks in its segment.

IKEA releases new 2015 catalogue Focuses on ‘Where every day begins and ends’ with even lower prices IKEA Kuwait has announced the launch of their new 2015 catalogue. The theme of the new catalogue is ‘Where every day begins and ends with even lower prices.’ The launch of the 2015 IKEA catalogue is a global launch across 46 countries in 32 languages. Every year all the IKEA fans and customers across the globe and in Kuwait look forward to receiving the new catalogue in their homes.

In the new catalogue, IKEA Kuwait has made an important effort to reduce prices, so they will be even lower than the 2014 Catalogue.

The 2015 Catalogue prices will be valid for the

entire catalogue year, until the 2016 catalogue is launched.

The new 2015 catalogue offers individualized solutions. IKEA presents ideas to help their customers to find home furnishing solutions that match their space, their unique tastes and their individual and family activities, while staying within their budgets.

Marino Maganto, CEO of SYH Retail-IKEA said: “We believe that the everyday is the most important day of the week. The new edition of the IKEA Catalogue focuses on these everyday moments.

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Al Ostoura Boutique Opens at Salhia Complex the prestigious Salhia Complex witnessed the opening of Al Ostoura’s newest luxury multi-brand boutique. Al Ostoura is well-known for bringing the best of glamour and style to Kuwait since 1985 and continues to do so with its latest launch.

The stylish new boutique hosts luxury designer labels like Alberta Ferretti, Alexander McQueen, Balenciaga, Dries Van Noten, Giles, Issey Miyake, Lanvin, Marc Jacobs, Mary Katrantzou, Reem Acra, and many more. The boutique also has dedicated corners for the acclaimed brands Chloé and Stella McCartney. Along with a posh space to browse the latest runway trends, the boutique also provides Al Ostoura’s trusted customer service. For the convenience of customers, the store is open from 10:00 am to 10:00 pm on weekdays, and from 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm on Fridays.

Exclusives

Jaeger-LeCoultre celebrates its third yearas official sponsor of the San Sebastián Film Festival

THE One Presents: Glamorama Unleash your animal instincts and indulge in lavish creature comforts with Glamorama, one of four lust-have home fashion styles in THE One’s newly launched Autumn/Winter 2014 Collection.

Capture this richly dramatic, extravagantly luxurious look by blending a colour palette of black, beige, brown and a hint of red with a mix of metallics, mirrors, velvet, animal prints and furs.

The keys to creating this exclusive, über glamorous boudoir look is using clean lines with rich accessorizing and finding the right balance between materials, prints and textures.

Start by fashioning a spectacular backdrop with embossed gold croco pattern wallpaper and set a sleek, raven black leather bed against it, flanked by mirrored nightstands, clear glass lamps and graphic wall art. When dressing the bed, think ‘wild beauty fit for an urban jungle’; go for sumptuous big cat print cushions and layers of lush throws in fabulously faux fur – one of this season’s biggest trends.

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Jaeger-LeCoultre is pleased to announce its official third-year sponsorship with the San Sebastian Film Festival, recognized as the most important film festival in Spain. During the 62nd edition of the festival that will last from the 19th to the 27th September, 2014, a selection of the best international movies from among productions worldwide will compete for the Golden Shell and other official Festival awards.

During the festival, Jaeger-LeCoultre will be hosting a VIP Lounge in the Salon Easo of the

Hotel Maria Cristina, a Luxury Collection Hotel.

The Lounge, turned into an exclusive boutique of the Grande Maison, will be a place to encounter the friends of the brand and main protagonists of the Film Festival.

The Opening Ceremony of the festival will take place on Friday, September 19th 2014, followed by the opening Gala held at the magnificent San Telmo Museum. The ceremony will be attended by international guests such as Denzel Washington, who will receive the Donosti Award.

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Exclusives

KARL LAGERFELD LAUNCHES EUROPEAN FLAGSHIP STORE ON REGENT STREET LONDON

KARL LAGERFELD is pleased to announce the opening of its first flagship store in the UK. Located at 145-147Regent Street, London, this new store is the latest addition to an international rollout of KARL LAGERFELD stores that has already seen them open in Paris, Amsterdam, Berlin, Munich, Antwerp, Shanghai and Beijing.

The highly anticipated opening combines the brand’s aspirational and accessible luxury collections and iconic design aesthetic with cutting-edge digital technology. It showcases the WORLD OF KARL LAGERFELD: men’s, women’s ready-to-wear and accessories collections, including handbags, leather goods, watches, eyewear, scarves, footwear as well as limited editions and special objects.

To celebrate the launch, a private cocktail party was held in the new store. A fleet of KARL

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LAGERFELD branded London taxis drove in convoy on Regent Street throughout the evening. KARL turned heads as he arrived to the event in one of these specially created cabs. Special guests on the evening included: Princess Beatrice, Lady Amanda Harlech, Arizona Muse, Amber Le Bon, Haim, John Newman and David Gandy. Karl Lagerfeld greeted guests and introduced them to the biggest KARL LAGERFELD store in Europe to date, covering 250-sq-m’s over two floors. Making his way through the first floor KARL enjoyed looking at the

new AW14 collection in-store, picking out some favourite accessories. KARL then made his way downstairs with friends and spent time enjoying the atmosphere of the evening.

Other special guests included: Wretch 32, Rafferty Law, Olivier Zahm, Tallulah Harlech, Pixie Lott, Oliver Cheshire, Sasha Keable, Jack Guinness, Veronica Chou, Eliza Doolittle, the Klaxons’ Simon Taylor-Davis and Jamie Reynolds, Alice Goddard, new comer Sophie Kennedy-Clark.

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THE STREET STYLES COLLECTIVE

the street styles collective A new season and a new dose of inspiration! This time we have hit all the major capitals around the world; not just London, New York & Paris but Copenhagen, Tokyo, Milan and more. From local to international, we are bringing you an assortment of fashion styles and combinations. As with every season, do not miss out on the fun of experimenting!

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Kuwait street styles Time and time again we bring you Street Style inspirations from across the globe. However, we cannot steer away from the fashionable crowd here in Kuwait. Whether it is how they dress to work, lunch, events or parties, whichever the occasion, these trendsetters always look stylishly chic!

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Fashion feature

VERSUS VERSACE SHOW – New York Fashion Week 2014 The highly anticipated collaboration of Anthony Vaccarello and Donatella Versace came to life on the runway at the Versus Versace RTW Spring 2015 show. The show was filled with A-list celebs such as Rihanna, Nicki Minaj, Jamie Chung, Nina Dobrev, Bella thorne, Naomi Campbell, Victoria Justice, Bryan Greenberg, and Jennifer Hudson.

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Restaurant REVIEW

Luscious Catering

shrimp surrounded by shrimp purée, dipped in crumbs and deep fried to achieve its golden crisp.

Next, there came the lasagna rolls, stuffed with chopped wild mushrooms, topped with mozzarella cheese and sitting on a river of pink sauce. To our surprise, there arrived another extraordinary dish of a boat made from the classic Kebbeh’s exterior, holding few pieces of Sheesh Barak; a Lebanese wrap of dough stuffed with cooked minced meat and onions, deep fried and coated with yogurt, sitting on a bed of Lebanese oriental rice.

Tiny bites.. great delights!

The combination of ingredients used in the sweet items explains the fabulous texture and delicious taste in each bite. The chef shared with us some of his magical techniques and secret ingredients that translate into the little bites of pleasure we got to examine, such as the French Valrhona luxury chocolate, the fresh fruits and the fine assortment of nuts and garnish items.

The quote “True greatness consists in being great in little things.” By Charles Simmons describes Luscious Catering’s food items best.

This in-house catering company, incorporates three main divisions cooperating together to provide a quality service offering an exquisite variety of food for every occasion. The mini bites, main course dishes and desserts - prepared and served by Luscious - are not only creatively assembled but also rich in flavor and high quality ingredients.

A very unique dessert was the rose macarons, garnished with an edible rose – tempting and elegant in pink, with a dash of an oriental taste of rose syrup in the filling. Next, we tasted the Pavlova, which consists of a meringue with a crisp crust and soft, light inside. Along came another dish with berries sitting between two layers of crispy and shiny Mille-feuille, filled with a pastry cream and drizzled in red sauce of berries.

As you walk into Luscious showroom, the menu items can be spotted at the showroom on display counters featuring an extensive line of delicious food items for kids and adults. The interior is relaxing and peaceful, mostly in baby green and baby pink on all sides.

The Luscious menu offers up a variety of food items like Arabic and Western coffee sweets, cookies, finger sandwiches, canapés, cakes, cup cakes, cookies, lollipops, food and beverage stations, giveaways, a line of exquisite main dishes and desserts.

Our first journey began with the tiny canapés – a group of assorted shapes of cons, flower-shaped and boat-shaped tarts stuffed with yummy fillings such as smooth labneh, creamy feta cheese, cheese with pesto, chicken musakhen,

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The journey ended with an only one of its kind dish of warm sticky date pudding topped with a scoop vanilla ice-cream, melting directly onto the warm pudding – a beautiful kick from cold and hot and a reason why you would want to finish the plate so fast so that the ice-cream does not melt and the pudding does not go cold! mushrooms, assorted kebbeh and last but not least, the amazing tangy vine leaves – our and everybody’s favorite finger food, rolled in shiny and soft leaves, filled with its standard lemony stuffing and wearing a crown of ruby pomegranate seeds on top. The astonishing specialty of Luscious is the mini droppers that is inserted into each bite, each with a unique

sauce that suits its taste. The idea is to hold the dropper and press it to empty the sauce into the bite – an ideal concept that depicts the joy of eating while having fun at the same time.

We moved on to the main course dishes. The first tasting experience was the Shrimp Hakasana with its dark and sharp dip, it consists of a whole

Luscious Catering definitely has the highest quality products and ingredients in all their items, their friendly and energetic staff is well-trained and have a very profound background in the food business. At Luscious, it is all about quality, flavor and service – three factors are ticked with absolute satisfaction and out of a very fine experience!

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BOOK REVIEWs

The season’s best selling Books The Scary Scenes of Halloween

This is the Pumpkin You cannot decide which you love more in this book, the words or the illustrations! The rhyming story uses the model of “This is the house that Jack built” and follows Max and his family on a rollicking Halloween from morning til night. The lilting text and the adorable watercolors of Max and friends make this a sweet and enchanting story.

ill Williams Grover’s “Scary Scenes For Halloween” totally delivers some spooky goodness for Halloween. I’ve used MANY of the ideas from this book over the years. Ideas for children’s AND adult food and decorations are included and the photos are just wonderful to look at.

Some really neat and simple prop instructions are mixed in with some candy displays that will TOTALLY wow the kids and adults alike.

Pumpkin Cookbook The Halloween Man An ancient ritual within desolate October woods. A stolen child. A mysterious New England village. A terrifying legend of shadows. Who holds the key to the dark secret of Stone haven? What unspeakable creature is trapped within one of its summer mansions?

From New York Times bestselling author Douglas Clegg comes a riveting, edge-of-yourseat supernatural thriller.

“Clegg’s stories can chill the spine so effectively that the reader should keep paramedics on standby.”-- Dean Koontz, NY Times bestselling author of The Husband, Odd Thomas, Velocity and many others.

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Get a taste of Gooseberry Patch in this collection of over 20 favorite pumpkin recipes! Pumpkins are as versatile in the kitchen as they are in your home…start the morning with Pumpkin Coffee Cake, amaze the kids with The Great Pumpkin Stew, and invite friends over on a chilly October evening for some warm Pumpkin Cobbler.

Thanksgiving – How to Cook it Well From one of America’s finest food writers, the former restaurant critic for The New York Times, comes a definitive, timeless guide to Thanksgiving dinner—preparing it, surviving it, and pulling it off in style.

From the planning of the meal to the washing of the last plate, Thanksgiving poses more—and more vexing—problems for the home cook than any other holiday. In this smartly written, beautifully illustrated, recipe-filled book, Sam Sifton, the Times’s resident Thanksgiving expert, delivers a message of great comfort and solace: There is no need for fear. You can cook a great meal on Thanksgiving. You can have a great time.

The Secret Gratitude Book The Secret is an international phenomenon that has inspired millions of people to live extraordinary lives. Now The Secret Gratitude Book provides an incredibly powerful tool to live The Secret, and to bring joy and harmony to every aspect of your life. Filled with insights and wisdom from Rhonda Byrne, this beautiful journal offers a framework for practicing the power of gratitude each day, enabling you to attract every magnificent thing you want into your life.

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movie RevIEws

movies showing this month

Dracula Untold Cast: Luke Evans, Dominic Cooper, Samantha Barks

Directors: Gary Shore Genre: Action, Drama, Fantasy Synopsis: Luke Evans, Dominic Cooper, Samantha Barks

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The Judge

Fury

Director: David Dobkin

Directors: David Ayer

Genre: Drama

Genre: Action, Drama, War

Synopsis: Big city lawyer Hank Palmer returns to his childhood home where his father, the town’s judge, is suspected of murder.

Hank sets out to discover the truth and, along the way, reconnects with his estranged family.

Synopsis: April, 1945.

As the Allies make their final push in the European Theatre, a battle-hardened army sergeant named Wardaddy commands a Sherman tank and her five-man crew on a deadly mission behind enemy lines. Outnumbered and out-gunned, and with a rookie soldier thrust into their platoon, Wardaddy and his men face overwhelming odds in their heroic attempts to strike at the heart of Nazi Germany.

Cast: Robert Downey Jr., Cast: Brad Pitt, Logan Robert Duvall, Vera Farmiga Lerman, Shia LaBeouf

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Left Behind

Open Windows

Director: Vic Armstrong

Directors: Nacho Vigalondo

Genre: Action, Sci-Fi, Thriller

Genre: Action, Crime, Thriller

Synopsis: A small group of survivors are left behind after millions of people suddenly vanish and the world is plunged into chaos and destruction.

Synopsis: An actress named Jill refuses to have dinner with Nick, a fan who won a date with her in an Internet contest. In return, a guy named Chord, posing as Jill’s campaign manager, helps Nick to follow in the footsteps of the actress from his own computer.

Nick starts a game in which he realizes that is only a puppet into the maniac plans devised by Chord, to hunt down the star.

Cast: Chad Michael Murray, Nicolas Cage, Nicky Whelan

Cast: Sasha Grey, Elijah Wood, Neil Maskell

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Horoscope

LIBRA

(Sept. 24-Oct. 23)

Horoscopes

GEMINI (May 22-June 21) Your colorful autumn friends like to spend time with you and enjoy the qualities of your home, your home is place where they can relax and enjoy your company.

Make time for your autumn friends – they love you and you are their color! Keep your cash in your bank, and take another look at things in 2014; be careful with your money as you have worked hard for them. Your health is quite good but Check out some good quality probiotics to support your immune system.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 23) You may experience some strains in your personal relationships this month. It is not your fault but you need to be pro-active in sorting it out. You expect everything to be perfect but life is not perfect, and people are not perfect. Just accept that not everybody can live up to your high standards. Money problems can cause an issue this month.Try to do some more home cooking – it is better for your health.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 20) You may want to have a little look at your social calendar, and make sure you actually enjoy the activities that you take part in. Many hard working Capricorns put their lives and souls into their jobs so it is possible this is something to do with work. If you have been working hard for your company, or your own business, expect some kind of reward or recognition.

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You will meet and find new interesting friends. Some of the connections that you make will be fleeting; others will turn into life-long relationships. One of the new friendships will be very special and will either lead to a love interest, or a business partnership. Sleep is vital to good health, and you need to make sure you get good quality sleep. If you don’t you are likely to end up in a doctor’s office.

ARIES (Mar. 21-April 20) You are not only going to be very busy but you are also going to feel full of energy. Believe me Aries, you will need all the energy you can master this month. Just one thing - try to aim for slow release of energy up to the middle of the month. Your work load during October will be tremendous, and you will need to let other people inspire you. Be a little bit careful - if someone offers you a financial investment which sounds too good to be true, it probably is. If friends and family complain that they are not seeing a lot of you, explain that you are simply seizing the day.

LEO (July 23-Aug 22) Positivity is a concept that you are very familiar with, and at the moment you are more positive than ever.

You are so optimistic and positive about life and things in general that it is spreading. At the moment you are people magnetic, and you are just spreading positivity.

We need you in charge of the global economy, and to sort out the world’s problems. Now to your health Leo when was the last time you had a health check? You are such a busy and positive person that you think nothing can happen to you, but it is better to make sure.

SCORPIO

(Oct. 24-Nov. 22) You have a lot on your plate this year Scorpio, but you seem to be managing everything just right. Great news, you are working so hard, and your bank balance is in increasing. Your love life is blossoming like an iris valley in May. Your health is stable but gentle exercise is important to maintain your health. Don’t be tempted into extreme forms of exercise. Your body is beginning to feel the strain from your hectic life style.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 21-Feb. 19) October 2014 can be a difficult month. If you are planning to engage in any risky activities, you should definitely think twice. Money is often a problem for many people during this time of the year. Look after yours, and don’t deplete your bank accounts. Healthwise, you seem to have overdone it a bit during the summer so this is another reason to lay low and rest up.

TAURUS (Apr. 21-May 21) You will finally have some time to relax and take it easy. During the last couple of months family and friends have piled a lot of your plate, and is now time to re introduce the word NO into your vocabulary.

Okay, cash may be a bit of an issue but do you really need to go out for expensive dinners and to the movies when you have good books at home?

Your health is good but you might be a bit accident prone towards the end of the month.

CANCER

(June 22-July 22) The people in your life has taken a bit of a back seat lately, so you now need to spend some time with them and make them realize that you are all theirs. Simple things such as autumn picnics, collecting chest nuts and admiring the beauty of the season will do. Work might be a bit difficult, and you can come under some strain.

Your desk might end up becoming overloaded, and a new boss could possible test your skills. Your health will be fine but you must not let work affect you, as stress in your life can be just as bad for you as any flu or virus.

SAGITTARIUS

(Nov. 23-Dec. 21)

Your passion and strong sense of community will guide you this month and many people will start holding you in high regard. There will not be a lot of focus on work nor the home this month but your home will not be seeing a lot of you during October although it will remain a comfortable base. Your health is very good at the moment and this is a result of you finding a new outlet, and bringing positive thoughts into your life.

PISCES (Feb. 20-Mar. 20) Relationships remain front and center this month; brace yourself for power struggles, breakthroughs, and significant discoveries in both personal and professional alliances. Complications arise in every relationship. Don’t give up on working with or loving someone who’s willing to make changes and grow with you. There will be improvement in relations with colleagues, juniors and seniors at work.

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