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Between time to allrun. things fashion and style packing away ourTherapy sundresses for another year, than in our Retail edition. we’ve packed your Urban Fox with hundreds of We bring ideas you the itemsof from inspiring tomust-have make the most thisthe season. new season collections, updates on key trends in First up, we’re taking Pinkspiration from Join the Dots and Pleats Please; plus spring’s 10 the Ditch the saccharine bestAW15 clutchcatwalks. bags in Clutch Control.

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As consumers we waste hundreds of pounds over our lifetime buying the wrong The 70s are in full swing again in fashionland but if fringing and flares don’t light your products for our hair, so Jon Levy, Artistic Director at Toni & Guy comes to our rescue fire, a subtler soft silhouette earthy shades to rock the vibe IRL.makeup Then buckle upto withtry 4 Steps to Perfect Hair. Weinalso check out this season’s catwalk trends, for asseason the classic helpedgy you off-beat transformglamour your new look.Mary Jane makes a comeback, this time round pimped up with pattern, texture, colour and jewels.

If fashion is your passion, don’t miss out on our interview with revolutionary designer If your only form of exercise is mooching around boutiques and between store Zandra Rhodes who talks to us about breaking down design barriers and why the departments, swap your Jimmy Choos for training shoes and let Rebecca Watts government should show more support to the UK fashion industry. And ever wondered motivate you with some Fitspiration. what it takes to become a personal stylist? Tina Lock reveals all in this month’s My Way. Alongside a more active lifestyle, small changes to what you eat really can make a Finally bag yourself one of our exclusive reader offers courtesy of Lands’ End, big difference, so this month we’re also challenging you to switch at least one product T.M. Lewin, Clarins and more. There’s never been a better excuse to shop, shop, shop! for its organic alternative. Yes, that includes wine and chocolate! Great news for the Until nextkinder time, to the planet and good for you too. What’s not to love? animals,

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“I think her garments procured by buyers Henri Bendel, Neiman Marcus and Saks, Zandra has since become the enigmatic textile designer of her age.

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hen asked to picture a figurehead of the British fashion design world, the vivacious fuchsia-haired Zandra Rhodes promptly comes to mind. So it’s a privilege to meet the ‘Princess of Punk’ in her bright, quirky and altogether penthouse. Awarded London fabulous a Commander of the British Empire for her efforts in the fashion industry, the designer has permanently printed of her mark on the international world textiles.

“Oh yes. I think women have a harder go road all round, in whatever field they into. The only thing I would say is not to make it any harder for yourself by pointing it out.”

At 73, Rhodes has never been one to shy away from bold prints and iconic patterns. Rewind half a century to the late 1960s and a youthful Zandra’s vibrant designs were considered a little left-field.

Unperturbed, the designer made dresses from her own fabrics, embedding printed textiles within her craft.

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women have a harder road all round, in whatever field they go into.”

easy That isn’t to say that fashion was an industry to crack. Did being a woman have anything to do with it?

“One of my first struggles was the fact that I was a textile designer,” she explains if with a laugh. “People would say that you’re a textile designer then you can’t a make dresses. So I suppose that was revolution.”

Introduced to the colourful world of at textiles by her mother, Zandra studied Medway College of Art in Kent, before securing a place at London’s The Royal College of Art.

“I do think that being in London at the time that I started, when everyone was But looking toward the UK, was helpful.

I don’t think that there’s such an equal that opportunity at present. I don’t think our current government spends enough on promoting fashion when compared to the French government, for example.

So therefore, unfortunately, you don’t necessarily reap the benefits.”

California and London, Rhodes has also spent time researching materials further large afield. The designer cites travel as a creative inspiration.

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New tooth technology 23

Rise of the digital dentist WINING & DINING 25 Ready steady cake

Baking just got serious 29 Small change

What will yours be?

ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT 43 Going global

Putting your home on the map

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Entertaining the whole family

Pop art 47

Revolutionise your table

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Joss Stone exclusive

Home shopping 52

House hunting must-haves

FASHION & BEAUTY

37 Reviews

October’s recommendations

8 Pink power Catwalk pinkspiration

HOMES & GARDENS

Mod pots 59

It’s easy being green

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Swing into AW15’s retro trend

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Mad for mid-century

LIFE & WORK

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Work-to-weekend essentials

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Get ankle-deep in glamour

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Bucket list trips

Taking sides 19 Will you go over to the dark side?

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The collection contains styles inspired from the roaring twenties right through to forties workwear and fifties chic. Each pair is designed to fit perfectly, feel indulgent and exude unique character and good old-fashioned quality- shoes like they used to be.

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What Happened to

MARY JANE?

Get ankle-deep in glamour in the season’s (h)it shoe, the Mary Jane. Revamped with pattern, texture, colour and jewels, this classic feminine footwear gains an off-beat fashion edge.

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Prominently featured on the AW15 catwalks, the sleek pony is both quick and versatile. Placed on the bottom of the hairline or lower down the neck, this straight, smooth style creates a classical look.

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GET THE LOOK Saturate your hair with mousse and scrape back using your fingers and twist into a knotted ponytail. Dry off the hair using a hairdryer and then brush the ends to create a candy floss effect. Secure with a nostalgic ‘80s plastic comb.

Using tongs lightly curl the hair approximately ¾ down the length of the hair. This “demi-tonging” technique works with the natural texture and movement of the hair, looking to enhance rather than change the natural flow of your hair. The top can be altered depending on your cut - wear it with a fringe, swept back or tied high at the back.

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Blow-dry your hair straight before smoothing with hair straighteners. Bush back, position the pony tail at the desired height and secure with a hairband or bungee tie. Hold the look in place with lightweight matte hair spray.

Crown of Horns Braids have been possibly overdone in the last few seasons, but this knotted variation featured at the Palmer// Harding show stood out for its “crown” appearance.

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Designer JW Anderson’s collection featured undone updos inspired by club girls who quickly fixed their hair during a night out, #throwingback to the sights and sounds of the ‘80s.

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The best place to spot emerging trends for tresses was London Fashion Week. Gianni Greco of Moda Greco Hair Designers tells us how to achieve hot-from-the catwalk hair.

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Here are just a few ideas to get you started.

GYM

The most popular option but often short lived. Keep motivated by varying what you do.

Pros: weatherproof, lots of exercise options, professionals around to help, meet like-minded people.

Cons: cost, contractual tie in, some are intimidated or lack confidence using the equipment. Feeling daunted? Join a women only gym or sessions.

SWIMMING

An exercise virtually everyone can get involved with and most will enjoy.

Pros: low impact, can often do even with injuries, water provides a natural resistance.

Cons: cost, often done too leisurely, difficult to progress fitness and muscle development. Try Swimfit challenges to keep you motivated.

CLASSES

Classes are a great way for women to get into exercise in a more relaxed and fun environment.

Cons: very few, except if you have injuries or conditions where you shouldn’t raise the heart rate.

Pros: great for trying new things – boxing, body pump, circuits - and meeting people, pay as you go.

Usually involving a mix of cardio and resistance work in a circuit based format.

Cons: depending on group size instructor often unable to correct technique, progression restricted.

Pro: a great all-rounder, hard work but fun, gets you outdoors and meeting new people.

YOGA / PILATES

Cons: weather, cost, and depending on group size instructor often unable to correct technique.

Pros: most/all levels can get involved, can help with injuries and is good for mental wellbeing.

DO IT YOURSELF

Yoga is great for flexibility, while Pilates focusses on core strength and posture.

Cons: depending on class style, not always a good workout for the heart or muscle tone.

HIIT WORKOUTS

Involves spurts of high intensity exercise, followed by periods of rest or recovery.

Pros: great for fat burning, doesn’t require equipment, can be done regularly with limited time.

BOOTCAMPS

Running, walking and cycling are perfect for those who like exercising alone or as part of a club.

Pros: anyone can do it, great for the heart and lungs and unless you join a club it’s free.

Cons: weather, mainly cardiovascular focussed, self-motivation required. Stay engaged by taking part in a competition or charity event.

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Technology Are you inspired by Cheryl Fernandez Versini’s regular gleaming row of pearly whites? Or maybe you’re down with the shift toward a more characterful mouth, like Lara Stone or Keira Knightly.

It might not be possible to swap your smile with the fashion season but it’s still astonishing that, in just a few short decades, a visit to the dentist has been transformed from a dreaded annual trauma to a trend-led cosmetic treatment says Alif Moosajee dental surgeon at Oakdale Dental.

Of course regular check-ups are still part of a healthy lifestyle, not just to ensure you can still eat an apple when you’re eighty, but also to offer an early detection system for all sorts of health concerns.

But this month we’re talking strictly aesthetics so back to those trendy teeth and the technology that’s making them more accessible for all of us.

Most treatments start with a dental impression. This used to mean gagging on goo-filled trays which always felt far too big for your mouth. Now some dentists have entered the digital age and use a camera linked to specialist software to create a virtual model of your mouth.

The trend for teens to wear “grills” as a badge of honour was hijacked years ago by celebs including Gwen Stefani who made it acceptable for grown-ups to get their smile straightened. Today, most adults choose subtler orthodontics but the results are no less spectacular. Just take a look at Demi Moore whose dental work took years off (ok she probably had other work done too but look at those teeth).

Happily we’re over the blinding flash of full beam whites and as we’ve moved to more natural tones, technological advancements mean whitening treatments have also become gentler.

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The results are more predictable too, so you won’t wake up with the dental equivalent of peroxide blonde when you wanted honey highlights.

For a badly broken down tooth, a crown used to mean multiple appointments and a temporary cap while you waited for your permanent “crash helmet”. Now the same software that creates a virtual model of your mouth means your dentist can design and custom make a crown which will fit perfectly, while you wait.

If you’re still a bit dental-phobic, rest assured that better local anaesthetics have removed the post-procedure whooze factor along with the pain too.

So there’s really no reason not to get your grin fixed.

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The Great British Bake Off inspired an estimated six million people* to take part in charity bake sales last year, raising around ÂŁ185m. So pick a cause, get your Mary Berry on and make a difference with one of these delicious fruity cake recipes from Waitrose.

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LEMON CURD LAYER CAKE

UPSIDE DOWN PEAR CAKE

Light in texture, but heavy on flavour, the ideal afternoon treat

Simply add lashings of custard for the perfect dessert

Preparation time: 20 minutes

Preparation time: 15 minutes

Cooking time: 20-25 minutes Serves: 12 Ingredients: 225g self-raising flour 2 tsp baking powder

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225g Stork with Butter 225g golden caster sugar 4 large free range eggs 1 lemon, juice and grated zest 200g soft cream cheese 2 tbsp icing sugar, plus extra for dusting 1 tbsp milk 100g lemon curd

Grease and line the bases of 2 x 20cm cake tins. Preheat the oven to 180˚C, gas mark 4.

Place the flour, baking powder, Stork, sugar, eggs and lemon juice and zest in a large bowl, and whisk for 2-3 minutes until smooth and creamy.

Cooking time: 50 minutes Serves: 8 Ingredients: 200g butter, softened 75g light brown soft sugar

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Heat the oven to 170˚C, gas mark 3. Mash together 50g of the butter and the brown sugar then mix in 4 tbsp of the Chambord. Spread into the base of a deep, 23cm non-stick cake tin and place on a baking tray. Press the pears, cut-side down, into the mixture.

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6 tbsp Chambord Black Raspberry Liqueur 4 conference pears, peeled, halved and cored 175g golden caster sugar 200g self-raising flour 3 free range medium eggs, beaten 4 tbsp milk Custard, to serve

Using an electric whisk, beat together the golden caster sugar, remaining butter, flour, eggs and milk until well blended.

Spread over the pears and bake for 45–50 minutes until risen and firm to the touch. Leave to cool in the tin for 5 minutes then turn out. Drizzle over the remaining 2 tbsp Chambord, then slice and serve warm with custard.in slices, with the honeyed crème fraîche.

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RASPBERRY AND ORANGE POLENTA CAKE This flourless crumbly cake is perfect for enjoying over a cuppa with friends Preparation time: 15 minutes Cooking time: 50 minutes Serves: 12 Ingredients: 200g soft butter, plus extra for greasing 300g golden caster sugar 3 large free range eggs 1 tsp vanilla extract 100g polenta valsugana 200g ground almonds 1 tsp baking powder Finely grated zest and juice of 2 oranges 165g raspberries, plus extra to serve 2 tbsp flaked almonds 2 tbsp orange liqueur (optional)

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Preheat the oven to 160ËšC, gas mark 2. Grease and base line a 23cm springform cake tin.

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Whisk the butter and 200g of the sugar in a large bowl until creamy. Beat in the eggs and the vanilla extract.

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Add the polenta, almonds, baking powder and orange zest and mix together. Gently stir in the raspberries.

Spoon into the tin, scatter with flaked almonds and bake for 50 minutes until set and lightly browned.

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Meanwhile, place the orange juice and remaining 100g caster sugar in a small saucepan and simmer gently over a medium heat for about 10 minutes until thickened and syrupy.

Remove from the heat and stir in the liqueur, if using.

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Prick the cake with a thin skewer and spoon over the syrup. Leave to cool in the tin then slice and serve with a spoonful of mascarpone and a scattering of raspberries.

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Uppingham Theatre Bringing Rutland to Life with Arts and Entertainment Friday 9 October at 7.30pm

Othello

Fresh from a smash-hit run at the Edinburgh Fringe, this distinctive blend of tragedy, comedy, and scorching action is an irreverent, razor-sharp take on Shakespeare’s psychological thriller.

Iago engineers a twisting plot of revenge and jealousy, dismantling Othello’s world and driving him mad. A shadowy tale of passion, secrets, and misdirection, reimagined with style and sparkling wit.

Friday 6 November at 7.30pm

It’s a Wonderful Life

The iconic story of idealist George Bailey, whose dreams look set to be dashed by smalltown scandal and big business. Alone on a bridge, he decides that everyone would be better off without him...or would they? It falls to hapless guardian angel, Clarence, to try and save him. This iconic film is retold as a radio play, complete with sound effects created live on stage.

Thursday 10 December at 7.30pm

Frank Sinatra – The Movie Years Award-winning singer Robert Habermann tells the story of Frank Sinatra’s film career with lots of stories and anecdotes, singing Ol’ Blue Eyes’ greatest movie songs. Songs Include: ‘The Lady is a Tramp’, ‘The Tender Trap’, ‘High Hope’, ‘Ol’ Man River’, ‘You’re Sensational’, ‘Who Wants to be a Millionaire?’ the Oscar Winner ‘All the Way’ and many more.

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ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT

WHAT’S ON

Sleeping Beauty, 28 Oct - 1 Nov, Curve

OCTOBER 2015

The Importance of Being Ernest Thu 8 & Tue 13 Oct Phoenix Arts Tickets £13-£15 phoenix.org.uk

Celebrated actor and Poirot star David Suchet is the formidable Lady Bracknell in Oscar Wilde’s much loved masterpiece The Importance of Being Earnest, which is being broadcast ‘live’ to cinemas from London’s Vaudeville Theatre. Two bachelor friends, the adorable dandy Algernon Moncrieff and the utterly reliable John Worthing J.P. lead double

lives to court the attentions of the exquisitely desirable Gwendolyn Fairfax and Cecily Cardew. The gallants must then grapple with the riotous consequences of their deceptions – and with the formidable Lady Bracknell. Wilde’s superb satire on Victorian manners is one of the funniest plays in the English language – the delightful repartee and hilarious piercing of hypocrisy and pomposity will make you laugh out loud!

The Carers Centre Fashion Show Fri 9 Oct

Holbrook Memorial Hall Tickets £5 claspthecarerscentre.org.uk Organised by The Carers Centre in partnership with SOS Charity Fashion Shows, this Autumn/Winter fashion event features major high street brands plus French and Italian designer wear at greatly discounted prices.

All profits from the event will go to The Carers Centre which supports family carers throughout Leicestershire and Rutland, providing advice, support and all aspects of caring, as well as free training sessions for carers.

Tickets and further details are available from The Carers Centre on 0116 2510999, or Babs Marson on 07833 090537. Show commences at 19.30.

Hamlet

Thu 15 Oct Cinema De Lux Tickets £11-£14.50 showcasecinemas.co.uk Academy Award® nominee

Mrs Dalloway, 29 Oct, De Montfort Hall

Benedict Cumberbatch (BBC’s Sherlock, The Imitation Game, Frankenstein at the National Theatre) takes on the title role of Shakespeare’s great tragedy. Directed by Lyndsey Turner, this eagerly awaited production will be broadcast live to cinemas from the Barbican in London.

As a country arms itself for war, a family tears itself apart.

Forced to avenge his father’s death but paralysed by the task ahead, Hamlet rages against the impossibility of his predicament, threatening

A Street Car Named Desire, 6 - 7 Nov, Curve

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and evocative historical drama explores the life of the man who broke too many codes: his major role in breaking the complex Enigma code in World War II and his conviction for homosexuality, the sentence for which left him mentally and physically debilitated. Now regarded as the father of modern computers, or Turing machines, he committed suicide in 1954, aged only 41, forgotten and alone. Directed by Nick Palmer, the play explores who Turing was, what happened to him and why.

One Last Waltz

Sun 25 Oct Attenborough Arts Centre Tickets £5-£10

The Importance of Being Ernest, 8 - 13 Oct, Phoenix

both his sanity and the security of the state. Tickets for the Barbican were the fastest selling in London theatre’s history.

This event is expected to have high demand so please book early to avoid disappointment

A Street Car Named Desire Fri 16 Oct – Sat 7 Nov Curve Theatre Tickets £16-£24 curveonline.co.uk

New Orleans. 1930s. Blanche arrives at her sister’s tiny apartment in the lively French Quarter, her world falling apart and haunted by the loss of the family’s luxurious Southern mansion. With broken dreams and a desperate desire to cling on to her freedom, Blanche seeks comfort from her sister, Stella. But as tensions – and passions – rise, Blanche finds herself thrown into a catastrophic confrontation with Stella’s husband Stanley. Exploring the beauty, fragility and loneliness of the human experience, Tennessee Williams’ masterpiece is brought to life in a new production directed by Curve Artistic Director, Nikolai Foster.

Alice is becoming more and more forgetful. Her daughter Mandy is always on hand to help out, but the strain is becoming too much. A long forgotten photograph stirs a memory and lures Alice back to the Crown Hotel in Blackpool. Hoping for a chance to dance in the tower ballroom one last time, mother and daughter set out. But Blackpool isn’t how Alice remembers, and things become too much for her as she finds herself getting lost in the past. Based on real life events and experiences, this funny and touching new play explores the difficulties in coming to terms with Alzheimer’s disease. Stay for a post-show discussion with Black Coffee Theatre and The Alzheimer’s Society. For 12+ years.

Sleeping Beauty Wed 28 Oct – Sun 1 Nov Curve Theatre

Breaking the Code Mon 19 – Sat 24 Oct The Little Theatre Tickets £14.50 thelittletheatre.net

Based on the book Alan Turing: The Enigma by Alan Hodges, this powerful

Hamlet, 15 Oct, Cinema De Lux

Tickets £21.50-£40 curveonline.co.uk Matthew Bourne’s dazzling production of Sleeping Beauty has won the hearts of thousands and smashed box office records across the UK and the USA since its premiere in 2012. A gothic romance for all ages, Sleeping Beauty is now back by popular demand. Featuring spectacular designs by Olivier Award winners Lez Brotherston (set and costumes) and Paule Constable (lighting), this is a unique opportunity to experience a new classic in New Adventures’ growing repertoire – it might just be another 100 years before she re-awakens.

Mrs Dalloway Thu 29 Oct De Montfort Hall Tickets £6 demontforthall.co.uk

Join DMH for their interesting and insightful lunchtime lectures exploring great writers, their lives and works.

This month’s focus is Virigina Woolf’s Mrs Dalloway, her fourth novel and the book that firmly established her as a writer of genius. Published in 1925 the novel is created from two short stories, Mrs Dalloway in Bond Street and the unfinished The Prime Minister. With an interior perspective and in part a study of her mother - already long dead - the story travels forwards and back in time and in and out of the characters’ minds to construct an image of Clarissa’s seemingly useless life and of the inter-war social structure.

16 OCT – 7 NOV A CURVE PRODUCTION

CHARLIE BROOKS as Blanche

STEWART CLARKE as Stanley

27 NOV – 16 JAN A CURVE PRODUCTION

BOOK, MUSIC & LYRICS LIONEL BART DIRECTOR PAUL KERRYSON ORCHESTRAL ARRANGEMENTS BY WILLIAM DAVID BROHN

BY ARRANGEMENT WITH CAMERON MACKINTOSH AND THE SOUTHBROOK GROUP

A CURVE AND ROSE THEATRE KINGSTON PRODUCTION

9 DEC – 10 JAN

Soul

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ritish musician Joss Stone shares the artistic inspiration behind her latest album, Water for Your Soul.

For someone who has been in the public eye since she was just 15 years old, Joss Stone is remarkably grounded. She still lives in the Devon home she grew up in and has a humble approach to life and her career in music. Aside from her very public bust up with EMI Records and some controversy surrounding her advocation of cannabis, her 13 years as a soul superstar have been relatively scandal free. Case in point: you won’t catch Stone stumbling drunk out of a West End nightclub, because it’s simply not her style. For the past year she has been holed away recording her seventh studio album, Water for Your Soul, which was released in July. Under the musical guidance of Damian Marley (son of reggae legend Bob) with whom she was in super group Super-Heavy, it holds promise to be a triumphant return to form for Stone, who hopes to match the glorious success of her debut record The Soul Sessions.

“I believe that these songs are like water for the soul,” she says. “It’s like watering a seed so that it can grow and evolve.

In my own life, my water has always been music. I think of music as being something that inspires and moves you,” says Stone on the subject of her creative process. She is a self-confessed flower child - a persona which is entirely authentic - often performing barefoot,

there is something reminiscent of Janis Joplin about her, and this openness and need for a connection with the spiritual is more evident than ever on this record, which has several reggae tracks on it. “It’s more of a world music album with R&B, hip-hop, and reggae, which serves as a kind of inspiration for most of the tracks.

Reggae has always been part of my life and I’ve always been drawn to that sound and to a happy, bouncy kind of soul,” she explains.

If recording an ambitious new album wasn’t enough, Stone also set herself the mammoth task of playing in every country on Earth as part of her ongoing Total World Tour; the inspiration for

“The only reason I’m connecting, and the only reason I’m there at all, is because I make music.” which came during a particularly special concert in the mountains of Japan for the Fuji Rock festival. “I was absolutely gobsmacked by how the mountain looked when we finally reached the top and how absolutely different it was from everything else I’d ever seen in my life,” she says, “it was raining, but everyone was so happy and dancing, I remember

when one song ended all the people screamed and clapped. And then the second I lifted the mic to my mouth, 40,000 people went silent. That was such an incredibly moving and beautiful moment. That’s when it struck me: the only reason I’m connecting, and the only reason I’m there at all, is because I make music.”

With 40 concerts booked and many more to be added, the tour is more than just an opportunity to share her music with the entire world; at every gig local artists will be invited to join her and her band onstage to perform and she wishes to contribute to the local communities saying “I want to be able to spend time with a charitable organization in each country. That’s why this tour is very different from others and it’s very important to me.”

This sense of duty and gratitude for her success is incredibly refreshing. After all, it would be easy for her to feel resentful and frustrated; her debut album achieved unprecedented success for such a young artist, going triple platinum in the UK alone, but the songs were all covers and none of her original material has come close to the same level of sales. During her time in the spotlight, the press has often been unkind, mocking her when her Devon accent developed a Transatlantic twang, and labelling her as a hippie airhead - seemingly forgetting that she was a fragile young woman going through her most awkward, teenage years under the gaze of the entire world.

The harsh reality of becoming an overnight sensation is that adoring fans can fall as quickly out of love as they fell in. But Stone is a true artist. The fame

is an almost unnecessary side effect of doing the thing she loves most in the world; for her, singing is not an option, it is as essential as breathing. “I put so much of my soul into my music and I need to have all those emotions and spirit be a part of all that. I see myself as an artist and I want to indulge my creativity and ultimately that’s why I think I’ve been able to reach as many people as I have

over the years. It’s important to keep pushing yourself musically and not repeat yourself. That’s where the excitement and beauty of making music lies.”

Water for Your Soul may not be a ground-breaking musical masterpiece, and it is unlikely to match the phenomenal status of her debut, but we cannot help feeling that Stone has much more to offer. Her musical and

creative accomplishments extend past just record sales; her charity work and positive attitude indicate that Stone is the real deal. It might seem like she has been around forever but at only 28, the blueeyed, flower child from Devon with the voice of a soul titan may surprise us yet.

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film REVIEW

Suffragette

(12A) 1hr 40mins Opens nationwide Mon 12 Oct 0116 242 2800 | phoenix.org.uk Starring a host of outstanding homegrown talent including Carey Mulligan, Helena Bonham Carter and Anne-Marie Duff, this new film from the director of Brick Lane follows the early members of the British suffrage movement. After witnessing an act of protest vandalism in the street, laundry factory worker Maud Watts finds herself drawn to the local suffragettes. Deciding to join the fight after seeing Emmeline Pankhurst speak, Maud and her fellow suffragettes face opposition and persecution from an increasingly brutal state.

d righteously angry film Suffragette: A timely an

A timely and righteously angry film, Suffragette arrives with feminism, equality and women’s rights, an urgent and pressing conversation both on and off line. By taking the focus away from the recognisable names like the Pankhursts and following the fictional Maud’s story, Suffragette is able to give a more personal view to the fight for equality. We’re left in no doubt of what determination it takes to make a stand; and what it takes away from

the women involved as one by one Maud’s husband, co-workers and neighbours turn against her. With a powerfully committed central performance from Mulligan and superb support across the board Suffragette should feature prominently in next year’s award season. Fittingly the film ends with a list of dates when women achieved the vote in different countries, an urgent reminder of what has been achieved, and how much more remains to be done.

book REVIEW

From homemade décor to midweek suppers, inspiration is just a page away

Inspired by

Home Style by City

This debut book from multi-award-winning chef Stephen Terry is a loving journey through the seasons, offering numerous recipe ideas, flavour combinations and step-by-step techniques, plus contributions from some of the UK’s finest chefs including James Martin, Michel Roux Jr, Tom Kerridge and Angela Hartnett, who describe what inspires them. Terry, star of BBC TV’s Great British Menu charts his rise from talented up-and-comer, working under Marco Pierre White to chef-patron of The Hardwick restaurant in Wales, taking the reader into the dark heart of Britain’s restaurant scene, in a humorous and revealing account. Beautifully photographed and packed in a sturdy box, this over-size volume is a must-have for chefs and foodies alike.

Explore the world’s most stylish and eclectic residences in this inspired armchair decor guide. Home Style by City captures the essence of five design-forward cities, featuring gorgeously decorated homes from each that reflect local style and inspire internationally. Part city tour (including must-visit flea markets, bits of colourful history and curated lists of music, books and films) and part design resource, this refreshing perspective on decor shows how cities themselves impact interiors. Lavishly photographed interiors, offer deceptively simple transitions and insider tips to bring the look into any space. Visually rich and totally inspiring, Home Style by City is a treasure for lovers of design, travel and, of course, big city dreams.

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Part of the Walker Greenbank group that houses brands including Sanderson and Harlequin, Scion has extended its far-reaching appeal by launching a collection of fresh and invigorating home accessories. Teaming up with the UK’s leading linens specialist, Bedeck, leading rug manufacturer Brink and Campman, designer homeware specialist Keith Brymer Jones at Make International and leading home accessories company BlissHome, they have produced an eclectic range of fun-and-funky bedlinen, towels, rugs, mugs and bathroom accessories.

If you like your decor to be cutting edge but practical, find a home for British brand Scion’s soft furnishings in yours.

For more information about Scion home accessories visit scion.uk.com

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Terms & Conditions: The winner will be drawn on or after the closing date. The Editor’s decision is final and correspondence will not be entered into. The prize is nontransferrable and no cash alternative is available. Delivery to addresses in England only. The competition may be withdrawn at any time without prior notice.

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Whether you’re a world traveller, wannabe wanderer or simply inspired by your favourite holiday destination, Zoe Hubbard from Maison Interiors shows you how to put your home decor on the road to a global look.

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Colour: your go to palette consists of whites, soft dove grey and soothing tones of nature.

Colour: introduce a fruit cocktail of colours from emerald green, terracotta orange and flamingo pink to juicy mango and sunshine yellow. The braver the better!

Senses: appeals to our sense of touch, so think rustic textures including solid wood, metal and natural stone.

Walls: paint your walls brilliant white or introduce texture through reclaimed timber and/or brick. Complete the look with some bold abstract modern artwork.

Floors: opt for good quality wooden floorboards or a textured floor tile.

Add warmth with faux sheepskin and cowhide rugs.

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Décor: Scandinavian design is very minimalistic - so de-clutter! Stay simple with scaled back furniture. A wood burning stove will create the perfect hideaway feel.

Senses: appeals to our sense of sight, so go large with pattern and prints.

Walls: paint walls in contrasting bright colours or wallpaper with designs incorporating oversized palm leaves, tropical flowers and hummingbirds.

Floors: opt for solid wood or natural fibres such as coir, jute and sisal, to create a rustic beach paradise.

Décor: get lost in a jungle of BIG indoor plants, rustic furniture and accent scatters. Mix and match fabrics and textures for a vibrant tropical look.

Colour: opt for bright magnetic colours reflecting the desert - deep reds, burnt oranges and sunset yellows - or for a cooler alternative try aqua, turquoise and teal, reflecting ocean hues.

Senses: appeals to our sense of smell so fill the air with rich aromas. Burn incense or some scented candles.

Walls: architectural elements are crucial to achieving this look, think arched doorways and keyhole windows. Paint the walls in your chosen palette, or add uneven finishes for texture and character.

Floors: team neutral tiles with brightly patterned Persian rugs or opt for a striking Moroccan tile design.

Décor: geometric soft furnishings teamed with wrought iron occasional pieces create that downtown Marrakesh vibe. Accessorise with colourful glass and natural greenery.

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Shopping Whenever you’re house-hunting, you probably have a list of must-have features – for us it’s a Carrie Bradshaw wardrobe.

We asked Sam McDonald of estate agents Fothergill Wyatt to give us the lowdown on what’s inspiring Leicestershire’s home buyers to make an offer this month.

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1 Period Drama

Sash windows, decorative coving and picture rails rank high on buyer’s lists of sought after period features. Avoid your home looking like a Jane Austen film set by blending period characteristics with elements of modern family living such as vibrant colours, geometric patterns and practical yet stylish contemporary furniture.

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2 Woodn’t it be Lovely

While open plan kitchens are in, a more traditional style living room which can be used either as adult space or communal family area, remains in demand. Wood is the fuel of choice, so many buyers are seeking out properties with anything from original cast iron open fireplaces to contemporary wood-burning stoves, to create a cosy ambiance for winter days.

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The ability to congregate in one place where food can be cooked and eaten in a more relaxed setting is a firm favourite for families. The architectural benefits of this open plan living include improved natural light and ventilation, while the addition of soft furnishings will create a plush grown up entertaining space.

Upscale integrated appliances and solid work tops also featured highly on home owner’s wish lists.

A lot of buyer’s dreams revolve around expressing their personal style. Whether it’s the opportunity to add some of the features already mentioned or simply a personalisation on the decoration, they want the ability to put their own stamp on a property. A blank canvas is always a good selling point so if you’re prepping your home to put it on the market, opt for a neutral palette coupled with simple furnishings and allow your buyer to create their own work of art.

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Spa style luxury is coming home with more of us seeking to make our bathrooms a sanctuary of wellbeing not just a place to wash. Master suites are proving popular among those looking to create a boutique style hotel interior, while wet rooms, high pressure showers, whirlpool and freestanding tubs continue to win favour with prospective buyers.

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First impressions count and nothing looks better than a bright, well presented entrance hall. Tiled and timber flooring remain both popular and practical for this high traffic area, and buyers continue to look for innovative solutions for ensuring shoes and coats are hidden from view.

Streamline cabinets and false walls offer two stylish hideaway options.

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The latest wall mounted herb gardens and sky planters mean you don’t need a garden. Grow a green space indoors, no trowel required.

Eva Solo Self Watering Herb Pots, £30-£38, John Lewis

Degross Ollamp Pendant & Pot, £70, Heal’s

With LED spotlight to help your plant grow

D&M Karoo with Soil, £83, Amara

Designed to hang vertically, it’s wall art for the urban gardener

Brass Wire Plant Pot, £32, MiaFleur

Lyrical Plant Pot, £20, Not on the High Street Assembled Aztec Diamond, £54.95, The Urban Botanist Orla Kiely Flower Stem Plant Pot, £16.95, Annabel James

Umbra Cubist Shelf & Pot, £30, Red Candy

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LIBERATION Complaints about technology intruding on family life are familiar. But it’s not all bad. Dalycom’s Amanda Daly offers some inspiration for using the tech on your mobile to save time and money to spend with your family.

GET ORGANISED

GET INFORMED

Want to hold an intelligent conversation about current affairs but no time to

We all use social media to remember birthdays don’t we? But what about all the other work deadlines, school appointments and domestic to do lists you juggle? Try Cosi or Wunderlist for a super organised, easy peasy personal assistant in your pocket.

GET THERE FASTER

If your sense of direction is awol, let Google Maps or OpenStreetMap show you the way. Staring at your phone rather than a map means no one even needs to know you can’t navigate your way out of a lift!

GET RICH

GET THE BEST

Well, maybe not quite rich but a bit better off at least. First download your own bank’s app and make the most of features like low balance warnings to avoid charges. Then try Mint for customised tips and help to manage all your finances.

Don’t waste your hard-earned wages on products, services and experiences that are likely to disappoint. Ratings from Revoo and review sites like TripAdvisor reveal what people like you really think before you buy a product or book a trip, treat or service for your family.

GET SAVING

Using uSwitch to regularly review household bills is easier than you think and could save £££s. Price comparison sites like MoneySupermarket, LastMinute and lesser-known Kayak and PriceRunner ensure you don’t spend more than you need. Then make extra money (and space!) by selling unloved items on Ebay, Gumtree or super local Shpock.

and entertainment from Buzzfeed. Save longer articles to read later / offline, with Pocket.

GET A LIFE

read a daily newspaper? Tailor the BBC News app to prioritise subjects that matter most to you, or get social news

Discounters definitely save you money but doing your weekly shop online could save a couple of hours a week to do something more interesting. Ocado regularly wins the highest ratings or choose mySupermarket to easily switch between supermarkets for the best deals too.

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1. Wash and dry the fresh limes before steaming them over boiling water for 5-8 minutes until just tender. Allow to cool slightly then cut each lime into quarters. Add ½ tsp of salt and a large pinch of sugar before setting aside for at least one hour to cool.

2. Dry roast the fenugreek seeds and mustard seeds, before grinding the toasted spices.

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5. Add 250 ml of water and bring to simmer before adding the vinegar. Reduce the heat to a low simmer and allow the sauce to thicken.

6. Once thickened, allow to cool completely and store in sterilised glass jars. Allow to mature for at least 2 weeks before serving.

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Have you ever found yourself bored on a Saturday afternoon, popping to Fosse Park and coming home with yet more stuff you probably don’t need? Apparently shopping accounts for one in every five trips a woman makes. A quick office survey and a few blushes prompted us to ask, isn’t there more to us?

No one is going to look back on her life and wish she’d spent more time shopping. Or watching tv, which tops the list of leisure activities for adults in the UK.

gruelling than your usual half marathon, completing the team oriented 10-12 mile obstacle course that is Tough Mudder can convince you that you can do anything you set your mind to. Visit toughmudder.co.uk and get a team in training for the Belvoir Castle event next May.

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There are 1,440 minutes in each day and research reveals that we have roughly one quarter of those minutes for free time.

Those researchers probably didn’t take into account super busy Urban Fox readers.

But have you ever stopped to think about whether you could spend your spare time on more worthwhile pursuits?

As we approach the biggest shopping binge of the year, we’ve been investigating some more inspiring experiences for you to try. We’re not talking about joining a weekly exercise or art class. This is about taking some time out for an experience that could change your life, transform your outlook, or at least make lasting memories.

Run Like A She-Wolf

Much more mentally and physically

Grab an adult Interrail pass and go directly to Groningen, a Cambridge-like university town in Holland for Eurosonic Noordeslag.

January 2016 will be a showcase for Central East European musicians before they hit the new band tent at Glastonbury. Visit eurosonic-noorderslag.nl to rediscover your love of independent travel, European culture and your inner rock chick.

Get Into Character

Conceived as a satire of consumer culture, The Sims computer game is the perfect rebuttal of shopping as a pass-time. Live Action Role Play (LARP) weekends, an off-shoot of gaming culture, sees you meet fellow players and take on the personality, problem solving and people skills of your avatar, which could give you a whole new perspective when you return to your problems irl. Visit facebook.com/larpevents to get started.

Be More Mindful

Still your mind, acknowledge your thoughts and live in the moment - easier said than done in the midst of busy family life. Make

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time for a retreat to unwind and reset your thinking then follow-up with regular yoga sessions to keep body and mind supple. Even five minutes reflection each day could change your approach to life’s little challenges. Try chandrayoga.co.uk

Read Something Inspiring

If you’re still struggling with a shopping addiction or really don’t have time for a new experience, try reading This Changes Everything by Naomi Klein or Stuffocation by James Wallman for inspiration.

Whatever you do, don’t waste another minute standing in yet another queue for the cash register for something you don’t need or won’t love forever.

Your A mazing.

It could be anything, or anywhere.

A person, a place, a feeling.

It might be found on a beach in the Maldives, on safari in Sri Lanka or a sunset over Chiang Rai.

Whatever it is, your amazing starts with a glass of Champagne and a conversation with us.

From the biggest adventure to the smallest detail, we’ll do everything we can to create a holiday you’ll always remember.

One that’s different from any other, designed for you.

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A world of

Adventure From island hopping in Indonesia to trekking through the Outback, gap year style expeditions and exotic destinations regularly top our bucket lists. Try these for inspiration. Spade optional.

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See the northern lights one of nature’s great displays and a spiritually uplifting experience

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Explore the Australian outback, visit Alice Springs & the legendary region around Broken Hill

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Search for the ‘Big Five’ in the Serengeti the most iconic and prolific national park in Africa

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Voyage to the Arctic and explore one of the world’s uncharted regions

Ride a bullet train north-to-south across Japan. Ski (Niseko), sightsee (Kyoto) & relax (Okinawa islands)

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Visit the Galapagos Islands probably the most famous wildlifewatching destination in the world

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Trek to South American archaeological site Machu Picchu, an icon of Inca civilization

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Drive the infamous Route 66, taking in Chicago, St Louis, Grand Canyon, Las Vegas & LA

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Island-hop in Indonesia, see the Komodo dragons and visit the Borobudur temple

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Snowboard in Whistler, repeatedly rated as the No. 1 resort in North America

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Take a helicopter ride to the bottom of the Grand Canyon and enjoy a picnic with a difference

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Kayak and whale watch in Alaska’s Kenai Fjords National Park

Visit New England in the Fall and witness a spectacular blaze of colour

Dive the Great Barrier Reef, exploring Ribbons Reefs, Cod Hole and Osprey Reef

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Canoe along the Amazon and uncover the secrets of the rainforest and its inhabitants

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Walk the Great Wall of China a triumph of engineering and embodiment of China’s political past

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Cycle through Vietnam’s rural heartland, visit the capital of Hanoi and the beautiful Halong Bay

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“My Three Peak Challenge was a small mountain to climb compared to trying to feed your children when you have no money” says Charity Link’s Susan McEniff I grew up in a working class, tight-knit, Irish community in Birmingham. At the age of 6 my parents were invited into school for a class choir performance and unbeknown to them I’d ditched my school uniform in favour of a tartan pinafore dress teamed with yellow polo neck jumper. I’m not sure whether I was trying to make a political statement about conformity or celebrating difference - it certainly wasn’t a fashion statement - but I recall my parents and teacher had plenty to say!

As I got older I was interested in Psychology and Sociology, so when the time came I opted for an all-encompassing Behavioural Sciences degree at the University of Huddersfield. My first job after university was as a telemarketer, and although I’d somewhat fallen into it, I knew I wanted to progress in that field, so went on to complete a CIM Post Graduate Diploma at DMU. I worked in various marketing roles over the years, including Senior Marketing Executive for Jessops (where I met my husband Paul) and Marketing Manager at The Works, each time moving on to either progress my career or take on new challenges. Then in 2008 as the recession hit the retail sector, the unthinkable happened. Pregnant with my second child (my first child Finn was 2), I was made redundant. I approached a number of recruitment agencies and was open about my pregnancy. But despite my experience, I was not put forward for any interviews.

I stumbled across a Charity Link advert for a Fundraising Manager.

In the past I’d enjoyed working on Corporate Social Responsibility Programmes and the more I mulled it over, I realised this would be a real opportunity to make a positive contribution to the community. At interview I explained my impending arrival and thankfully they saw past this and instead focussed on what I could bring to the organisation. I started in May, Bea was born in August

and I returned from maternity leave the following January.

A year later I was promoted to Marketing Director.

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UNHCR goodwil ambassador, Angelina Jolie

Feel good exercise Charity Link is Walking, running and cycling an amazing organisation helping over 8,000 local vulnerable adults and children who are facing hardship. They help in such an inspirational way by providing basic needs from simple food parcels to kindness and dignity. One of my greatest challenges is breaking down the misconceptions regarding poverty. In-work poverty has outstripped out-of-work poverty for the first time and sadly there are too many people desperately struggling, too many parents going without food, so their children can eat. I’m extremely passionate about my work and enthused by the dedication of the team, including volunteers who are prepared to walk up mountains, over glass and fire, and work within the community to raise vital funds.

Away from work, my biggest challenge is helping my children (Finn, 9 and Bea, 7) negotiate the world around them. My son was born three months prematurely and diagnosed with Cerebral Palsy, which presents constant challenges for him and for me as a mum. I want to ensure that both my children are able live life to the full, to be able to reach their potential, celebrate difference and to be proud of who they are. In return they are my support team, my inspiration to never give up, no matter how hard the task ahead may be.

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