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december 09 / january 10

It’s a wrap Cool ice age fashions

Gray’s, the new black Grooming the fashion talent of tomorrow

Strictly salsa The ballroom boom

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trend PUBLISHED BY Trend Productions Ltd 2 Rubislaw Place Aberdeen AB10 1XN Tel: +44 (0) 1224 631141 Fax: +44 (0) 1224 622280 info@trendmagazine.co.uk www.trendmagazine.co.uk DIRECTOR Gill Buyers - gill@trendmagazine.co.uk EDITOR Niki Tennant - niki@trendmagazine.co.uk

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FASHION 16 Winter rose 52 Making Gray’s the new black

FEATURES 08 You said it 41 Feel the nRg 48 Make a date with Trend’s events diary 54 Off the wall 62 Strictly salsa 74 An interview with… Laura Barker

ADVERTISING & DISTRIBUTION Gill Buyers - gill@trendmagazine.co.uk FINANCE & ADMINISTRATION Jill Walker - jwalker@trendmagazine.co.uk BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT Leigh Mathieson - leigh@trendmagazine.co.uk EVENTS Lynn Batham - lynn@trendmagazine.co.uk DESIGN & PRODUCTION EQ Design Limited www.eqdesign.co.uk PRINT CCB Limited

SHOPPING 25 Papillon takes flight 14 Win designer nightwear by Lejaby HEALTH & BEAUTY 36 Win a TechnoMarine watch from ROX 38 Spa review 22 Win £750 worth of IPL hair removal treatments FOOD & DRINK 26 Yes, chef 28 Restaurant reviews 30 Feast your eyes on Aberdeen’s newest restaurant 32 Shaken, not stirred 34 Thinking outside the lunch box

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CULTURE 63 Action! Trend meets Chris Robb 64 Culinary bibles to worship TRAVEL 42 Vegas? You bet!

60 Win a break at Loch Ness Lodge VROOM 58 Look fit in kit car, the Luego NOT SO SECRET SOCIETY 70 Glamorous gatherings

EDITOR’S ETCHINGS

Editor’s welcome One of the most rewarding aspects of my job as editor of Trend is having the honour of advising our readers that they’ve won one of our fabulous competitions.

This time, though, must surely go down as the most memorable. Brenda Mennie’s reaction when I called to tell her that she’d be jetting off to New York for four nights, courtesy of Heavenly Pizzas, left me with a lump in my throat. And that wasn’t down to jealousy alone – honest!

In this issue, we’re heading into 2010 with even more chances to win fantastic prizes.

If all the festivities leave you longing for some ‘you’ time, enter our competition to win a break and enjoy the tranquillity at Loch Ness Lodge.

To celebrate the arrival of contemporary jewellery and watch specialist, ROX, to Aberdeen, clock on to page 36 for a chance to win a stylish TechnoMarine watch.

Leap into the New Year as a new you. Win £750 worth of state-of-the-art IPL hair removal treatments at Saks, and ditch the razor!

In an endeavour to keep your magazine fresh and inspiring, the team at Trend ended 2009 by inviting some of Scotland’s hottest talent to present their ideas for our themed fashion pages. Wow, did they rise to the challenge! This issue showcases the dramatic results.

Also, meet Gray’s School of Art fashionista, Kim Eason, and find out why the designs of her most promising students are destined for future glossy fashion spreads – and, undoubtedly, for top boutiques around the world.

And plan your 2010 social calendar by checking out the events Trend Productions is staging in the coming year.

Thanks for picking up Trend. See you again in February/March.

Best wishes, Niki Tennant Editor

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Contributors Laura Thomson Photographer Laura Thomson did her professional training firstly in Edinburgh and completed it in Glasgow, where she is now based as a freelance photographer building her strong client base for local and national businesses.

She is recognised and respected for her fashion and commercial work through out the UK, and is known for her fresh and original style. www.ltphotography.co.uk

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Charlotte Stroud Stylist Charlotte is a a 22 year old Fashion Management student studying at RGU. She enjoys music, fashion and reading Vogue and aspires to be a fashion forecaster or buyer. Her favourite thing to do is to go shoe shopping.

Alison Keith Stylist After graduating from Grays school of Art with a degree in Visal Communication, Alison decided to take some time out to travel. After travelling extensively in various continents and countries including India, Thailand and Australia she has settled back in Aberdeen and continues to develop her creative skills. She recently completed a Fashion and Textiles evening course and is looking to focus on her true passion and continue designing and making her own clothing.

OTHER CONTRIBUTERS IN THIS ISSUE Newsline Scotland, David Nicholson, David Gillanders, Leigh Mathieson, Sharon Hawthorne, Alison Daniels, Carol Brown www.wineuncorkededucation.co.uk, Hair Styling - Rory McGhee at Biyoni, Model - Katie Isaac

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Cover Model: Katie Isaac Photography: Laura Thomson Cover look created by Fiona Smith

Katie’s skin was prepared with ‘Blanc de Chanel’ and a tiny amount of ’Vitalumiere’ fluid foundation to illuminate her fair complexion. This was then buffed into a wintry glow with ’lilas Poudre Douce.’ On Katie’s eyes, a wash of liquid eye shadow, ’ombre d’eau cascade,’ provided a solid base to press over the silver sparkle of ’platine’ and a whisper of ’black star’ for definition in her socket line. To elongate and open Katie’s eyes, the lashes were trimmed with ’la ligne’ liquid liner and decorated with false lashes. For lips with frosty sparkle, a layer of ’Astral’ scintillating gloss was applied.

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My best gift would be the bracelet and watch that I got for my birthday from my husband. The worst gifts are things for using in the bath, because I don’t have a bath to use them in!

The best gift I received was a Christmas gift and it was flights to Norwich to see my friends. The worst gift I got was a pair of horrible socks and nothing else.

Michelle MunroGeekie, 32 Executive Assistant Aberdeen The best gift I got was a trip to New York for my 30th birthday. The worst had to be a pair of ‘big pants’ for Christmas.

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The best gift I have ever received would be my baby girl, Amelie.

The worst gift was Barcelona tickets that never arrived, so I ended up missing the football game.

The best gift I received was a diamond necklace for my graduation from my boyfriend. The worst gift I have ever received was when I was younger, and I got a pair of stilts from Santa.

WHAT ARE THE BEST AND WORST GIFTS YOU’VE EVER RECEIVED?

> Interviews by Leigh Mathieson

< Lucy James, 23 Receptionist, Aberdeen The best gift I ever got was a horse from my dad for my birthday. The worst gift that I always seem to get is chocolate with nuts in it, because I don’t eat nuts! > Chris McGeehan, 47 Company Director, Aberdeen The worst gift I received was a 70’s compilation album for Christmas.

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Papillon takes flight > wORdS By NIKI TENNANT

To describe Fiona McGrath’s baptism into the world of fashion retail as maverick would be an understatement.

The former punk hairdresser has drawn on her experiences of global travel and her penchant for all that’s creative to launch Papillon boutique in Cults.

The boutique’s classic collection with a quirky edge was inspired by Fiona’s nomadic lifestyle – and latterly, her three-year residence in the Netherlands, where the majority of fashion retailers are independent.

Fiona, a native of Perthshire, said: “On my return to Scotland, I was quite shocked at how few independents there were. That convinced me that now was the right time to launch my own boutique”.

“When the right location presented itself on North Deeside Road in Cults, I snapped it up and opened Papillon in September 2009.”

Aesthetically, her boutique is a fusion of the old and new, and showcases the talents of fashion designers from around the world: clothing and accessories by Bandolera of Holland and Betty Barclay of Germany, and fashions in sizes 6 to 22 by Canada’s Joseph Ribkoff.

Papillon is one of only two Scotland stockists of the Ronen Chen label. The flamboyant Israeli designer’s signature, sleek-cut, conservative creations are designed on a manikin.

Refreshingly, Fiona buys only seven pieces of each creation – reducing the dreaded risk of appearing at the party of the year in the same dress as someone else.

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CHEF FEATURE

A firm female hand on The Ship Inn tiller > INTERVIEw By NIKI TENNANT

Fallon Oliveira, Head Chef at The Ship Inn Located on Stonehaven’s seafront, fresh, locally-caught fish and seafood is The Ship Inn’s speciality. The glass-fronted restaurant creates the illusion of dining al fresco, with stunning views of the harbour.

Which best describes your role as chef: tradesperson or artist?

Artist - I have a very creative flair; when it comes to planning new menus and dishes, I am in my element.

Which country in the world do you think should be crowned culinary king, and why?

India, for all its spices.

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like working in a man’s world?

I don’t think it’s so much of a man’s world nowadays, as there are more and more female chefs appearing in busy restaurants everywhere. I think the kitchen is a much calmer place when run by a woman, as there’s less shouting and more cooking. However, I must admit when it comes to putting the bins out at night, it’s good to have a man around.

When did you last eat out and where?

Last week, I went to Rossini’s for dinner whilst on holiday in Barcelona and two weeks prior to that I went to Roo’s Leap in Montrose.

Which dish would you choose as your last supper?

Spaghetti Bolognese. I’m a big fan of Italian food.

When you seek culinary inspiration, which cooking bible do you reach for first?

Anything by Jamie Oliver and Mary Berry.

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Restaurant REVIEWS Brunch Review: Sand dollar cafe The question was, how long should our walk along the beach be before we could justify popping into the Sand Dollar for brunch? As the clouds started to look even more grey and brooding, and the sea spray from the crashing waves turned to light drizzle, we figured that it was latte o’clock.

I really like the decor at the Sand Dollar.

They’ve brought the seaside inside with pebble picture tablecloths, sea blue walls and distressed wooden panelling.

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The menu is varied to allow you to enjoy breakfast, the light lunch option, a full blown meal or coffee and cake.

From previous experience, I can vouch for the homemade burgers. I nearly went for the full Scottish breakfast but settled on the Sand Dollar breakfast – a stack of three light and fluffy pancakes with crisp back bacon and, of course, maple syrup on the side. It was a winning combination.

My walking buddy enjoyed her usual - a very fresh roll filled with bacon and egg.

Mugs of cappuccinos and lattes rounded it off perfectly.

Welcoming with a buzzy atmosphere, Sand Dollar is well established and often busy, and it’s easy to see why. It’s worth booking ahead. I must go walking down at the beach more often....

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dinner Review: cafe montmartre The torrential rain as we stepped out of the cab reminded me of my last visit to Paris, and I wondered if our evening at Restaurant Francais Cafe Montmartre would do the same.

It was quiet as we wandered into the restaurant and with the sounds of Edith Piaf in the background, we chose one of two alcove tables. Crisp white table cloths offset the wooden floors and red banquettes nicely.

The menu, as hoped, was classically French – should I go for the duck with Port and orange sauce, or perhaps the pork medallions a la normandie? Maybe a bottle of wine from the exclusively French list would help.

Long an Alsace fan, I went for a Pinot Gris from Gustave Lorentz (£22.95) knowing that

it could cope with many of the potential food matches coming its way.

Then, I spotted the Béarnaise sauce which was available to accompany the aged fillet steak. Decision made. To start, I indulged in foie gras perfectly complemented with warm brioche and fig chutney (£9.45). Across the table, the homemade Merguez sausages were making a spicy impact (£6.95).

It’s always good to see origins on menus, and the restaurant sources its beef from traditionally reared herds from the North-east of Scotland and Aberdeenshire. My steak was excellent, full flavoured and tender and with real homemade French fries (£22.95).

There is plenty of choice for seafood lovers too. My partner enjoyed his generous bowl of salmon, mussels and monkfish cooked in a delicate, creamy curry sauce which

complemented rather than over powered (£18.95). Thought had also gone into the accompanying vegetables.

Keeping in French tradition, I enjoyed the cheese board - a good selection simply presented and true to their origins (£7.25).

The sorbet selection was top notch too (£5.95).

The evening was relaxed, service friendly and the food very good indeed and so much closer than Paris!

Cafe Montmartre Restaurant Français 58 - 60 Justice Mill Lane Aberdeen AB11 6EP T: 01224 584599 F: 01224 581486 E: info@cafe-montmartre.co.uk www.cafe-montmartre.co.uk

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FEAST YOUR EYES On the Paula McEwen Restaurant!

Consistently good food… that’s what one of Aberdeen’s newest restaurants promises to the city’s most discerning diners.

Accomplished chef, Paula McEwen, recently opened her first signature restaurant within the refurbished Great Western Hotel on Great Western Road.

The 30-seater restaurant, decorated in soothing natural tones, offers fine dining in a relaxed and unpretentious atmosphere, where diners can choose from the a la carte or set menus.

Alternatively, daily specials – such as steamed mussels, pastas, salads and traditional ‘gastropub’ dishes– are served in the comfortable setting of the lounge bar. Coffee and home bakes are on offer throughout the day.

The contemporary, Scottish, no-nonsense dishes produced by Paula pay testimony to her commitment to using the freshest of ingredients from Scotland’s natural larder.

Few chefs in the North-east of Scotland can rival her impressive culinary c.v.

She began her career at The Marcliffe as comis chef, and – after nine months with The Foyer – returned to the five star hotel’s pastry section as chef de partie.

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Paula was then to be lured to the highly acclaimed Witchery in Edinburgh, where she was junior sous chef, before joining the capital’s Balmoral Hotel as chef de partie in its Michelin-starred restaurant, The Number One. “While I was determined to build experience, my ultimate ambition was always to return to Aberdeen to open my own restaurant,” said Paula. It’s been a long-awaited move for both Paula and the diners who look set to make the Paula McEwen Restaurant the word on everyone’s lips.

“What I want to achieve is consistency – from the food to the service,” pledged Paula, who will open her restaurant for al fresco dining in early summer.

“Wine knowledge is also pivotal. I’ve invested a lot of time in training my staff to recommend with confidence the perfect wines to complement a meal.”

Paula McEwen Restaurant @ The Great Western Hotel 239 Great Western Road Aberdeen T: 01224 587002 E: info@paulamcewen.com www.paulamcewen.com

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Exactly a year since Prego ice cream parlour, lunch deli and takeaway opened its doors, the business is doubling in size and introducing to Aberdeen an exciting new dining concept.

George Clark and Stuart Murray have extended Prego into neighbouring premises on Fountainhall Road to create Prego lunchroom and evening bistro.

You're Welcome at Prego

The bistro, which opens in December, can cater for 24 diners and serves breakfasts, morning coffees, lunches, afternoon teas and evening meals.

The cosy, intimate bistro has been decorated in classic mulberry tones, complemented by plaid, taupe and dark wood to invoke a comfortable homely atmosphere. You will be welcomed by Stuart, George and the friendly team.

Serving good, wholesome food the menu has something for all taste buds. The menu includes some typical Mediterranean and Scottish dishes with Prego's special twist on them, lovingly prepared by George and chef Louisa Milne.

Sweet-toothed disciples of the Prego ice cream parlour can also get their fix at the bistro.

"We set out to create a relaxed dining environment which is affordable. For that reason, the focus is on food. Because we invite diners to bring their own bottle, we won't be marking up their bill with expensive bottles of wine," explained Stuart.

Together with supportive family members, notably Stuart's Uncle Mario, the couple have fitted out the new restaurant on their own, ensuring it has their individual stamp.

With assistance from the couple's mums, Julia and Edith, the ice cream parlour and lunch deli will continue to serve takeaway treats seven days a week.

In the bistro, breakfast and morning coffees are served between 8 and 10am, with lunches from 11am to 2.30pm, afternoon tea 2.30 to 6pm and dinner 6pm 'til late, Monday to Saturday. Book to avoid disappointment.

Prego Aberdeen 33 Fountainhall Road, Aberdeen T: 01224 640368 www.pregoaberdeen.co.uk 31

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Welcome to La Stella, Aberdeen’s premier Bistronomy restaurant.

One of my favourites to use in drinks is elderflower; a wonderful aroma and natural sweetness make it a sensational addition to many cocktails. A great product has had many bartenders experimenting to create new and exciting, contemporary cocktails.

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Try this drink that I came up with and you will see why it has become a favourite: Edwardian Mojito, 50ml Gin, 20ml St. Germain Elderflower Liqueur, Juice of a half a lime, 10 sprigs of fresh mint, 2 teaspoons white sugar, 3 slices cucumber, Apple Juice ‘Muddle’ the lime, sugar and cucumber at the bottom of the glass.

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I hope you will find this drink refreshing and full of flavour. Slainte!

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The winter months in North East Scotland can be a difficult time for property owners and tenants alike as we’re buffeted by storms, high winds, record rainfall, snow and increasingly, flooding. With Morna Petrano Property Leasing, you can relax in the knowledge that your property is safe and sound. Winter property woes can be a thing of the past thanks to our regular property inspections. This means that any problems can be dealt with long before they become expensive, inconvenient and time consuming.

“It’s all part of our commitment to caring for our landlords and our tenants”, explains Morna Petrano. “We aim to deal with repairs immediately.

We work with professional tradespeople who we’ve built up relationships with and who provide quality services. We can offer a one-stop shop from gas and electricity tradesmen to general maintenance specialists. We are also the only leasing agency in Aberdeen to offer in-house domestic energy assessments. It makes life much easier for the property owner, and the tenants get a better service too.”

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For the past four years, progressive Aberdeen businesses have been feeding the creativity of clients and executives, thanks to a positive partnership with Take5 Catering.

After 14 years trading as Brian Murray Catering Services Ltd from two units within Aberdeen’s Bon Accord Centre, chef Brian embarked on Take5 Catering - an ambitious new venture designed to cater for the demands of the oil sector.

Bringing with him an enviable 35 years’ experience in the catering industry, Take5 Catering soon became the preferred caterer for big names such as AVC Media Enterprises and Transocean.

As well as offering hot and cold snacks from 6.30am to 2.30pm from the Take5 Café and Takeaway in Hareness Road, Altens, Take5’s burgeoning corporate catering delivery business is fuelling the group’s growth.

“We have quickly gained a reputation for delivering quality, value-for-money, flexible and responsive catering solutions,” explained Brian, whose clients email their orders to his team the day prior to delivery. “We work closely with suppliers to ensure that only the freshest quality ingredients are used in our food preparation, and everything is made freshly on the day.”

With hundreds of menu combinations available each day – from piping hot soups and hearty meals, to sandwiches, bagged meals, buffets and platters - Take5 Catering serves businesses in Altens, Badentoy, Tullos and Porthlethen.

All meals for every occasion - from boardroom lunches, to summer barbecues, training school lunches and office parties - are prepared to suit clients’ budgets, and are designed to save time and money.

It’s a service that clearly suits the palate of AVC business centre manager, Ria Soutar, who said: “Take5 Catering’s service is reliable, friendly and the catering provided goes down extremely well with our centre delegates, adding to their overall experience and in keeping with the importance of customer satisfaction with AVC.” Take5 Catering Hareness Road, Altens, Aberdeen AB12 3LE T: 01224 248313 E: info@take5catering.co.uk www.take5catering.co.uk 34

Thinking outside the lunchbox! > wORdS By NIKI TENNANT

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Bancon Homes have created a dramatic range of penthouses, duplexes and apartments, featuring a superb standard of build quality and finish. A generous floor layout incorporating terraces and balconies, utility rooms and dining rooms, combined with a high quality specification including designer German kitchens, Ideal Standard bathrooms and en-suites, spiral staircases, lift access to all apartments and most importantly, allocated secured parking.

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Aberdeen first for Bang & Olufsen > wORdS By dAVId NICHOLSON On a dark and rainy October evening, a select group of guests were treated to the warmth of Scottish hospitality at the Bang & Olufsen shop on Belmont Street.

The Aberdeen store was chosen as the first in the world to officially unveil the BeoVision 10, a groundbreaking new television.

Visibly proud store manager Bill Towsey and his staff looked resplendent in their kilts as they offered a champagne reception (Irn Bru for the drivers) and Scottish themed snacks to commemorate the special event.

Those in attendance were not disappointed.

Designed to ‘hang on your wall with your other artwork’ the 2.5” thick ‘BV10’ is a stunning feat of design and engineering consisting of a 1080p 40” LCD Flat Panel HD TV seated above a similarly sized high definition speaker, within an almost-square brushed aluminium frame.

Striking and unusual, the BeoVision 10 is on display now.

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Win a stylish Technomarine watch from ROX Leading Scottish jewellery brand ROX has opened the doors to its uber-cool, new flagship store in Aberdeen’s Union Square shopping centre and to celebrate, we’ve teamed up with them to offer one lucky Trend reader the opportunity to win one of this season’s must-have pieces the ladies TechnoMarine White Cruise Chrono watch.

TechnoMarine, available exclusively to ROX in Aberdeen, is one of the hottest brands on the planet right now and it’s not hard to see why - the Cruise Chrono’s white rubber bracelet, silver face and chronograph function make it a true statement piece that will glam up any winter outfit.

ROX’s new store, located on the ground floor of Union Square, is brimming with the latest styles from some of the world’s most sought after brands including TechnoMarine, Links of London, ToyWatch, Pandora and Thomas Sabo in addition to its own stunning range of handpicked diamonds.

Send your answer to the following question with ROX in the subject box (include your name, address, contact number and where you picked up your copy of Trend) to: info@trendmagazine.co.uk In which Aberdeen shopping centre is ROX located?

Terms and conditions: Entries close on January 11, 2010. Please state if you do not wish ROX to contact you with news and offers. ROX will not pass on your details to a third party. www.rox.co.uk

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The Perfect Place to Relax and Unwind > wORdS By SHARON HAwTHORNE

Offering a myriad of therapies within peaceful, tranquil surroundings, B’s Knees Beauty beckons from above their fashion boutique, with warm scents of aromatherapy oils promising complete relaxation and rejuvenation.

Beauty therapist Anne specialises in the OPI Axxium Gel System, a luxury manicure that leaves hands feeling soft and nails strong. After a cleanse and a hand and arm massage, Anne applies the OPI Gel polish to your natural nail, giving them an amazing high shine finish that lasts up to three weeks.

Marilyn, a qualified and experienced Chiropodist, assesses and treats foot ailments such as ingrown toenails and corns. “It’s important to look after your feet,” Marilyn advises. “After their treatment, many clients say they feel as though they’re walking on air.”

Tara offers Reiki as an added benefit to the massage and holistic therapies she practices. “A Reiki session before a massage will highlight areas of tension,” Tara says. B’s Knees offers four different types of massage – Hot Stone, Swedish, Energising and Aromatherapy.

For smoothing fine lines and rejuvenating your skin, Claire offers Microdermabrasion.

“It’s great for all skin types, even the most sensitive, and improves tone and texture with immediate results,” Claire says. Her other therapies include a non-medical fruit peel.

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B’s Knees Beauty prides itself on the care and attention given to each client and is excited to announce that from 14th December, 2009 clients will also be able to take advantage of a new and discreet Botox therapy.

With so much on offer, B’s Knees is the perfect place to treat yourself and your friends. “We offer wonderful indulgences.

A full day Pamper Package, with lunch and champagne, birthday parties, hen parties and a Bridal Package,” Jackie Allen, B’s Knees proprietor adds. “There’re also Gift Vouchers - perfect for the friend who has everything this Christmas.”

B’s Knees Boutiques & Beauty 2 Urquhart Road Oldmeldrum Aberdeenshire AB51 0EX T: 01651 873270 68 Market Place Inverurie Aberdeenshire AB51 3XN T: 01467 629400

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A new lease of life North East property refurbishment and furniture repair specialist Gatts, are gearing up to help local businesses and homeowners get ship-shape for the festive period and into 2010.

Gatts provide a complete property refurbishment and maintenance service, as well as boasting highly trained ‘traditional crafts’ professionals who specialise in furniture and antique repair, upholstery work and French polishing.

General Manager Jeff Strachan, said: “We do a lot of work for local hotels, bars, restaurants and nightclubs who want to look as good as possible over their busiest time of year. They certainly don’t want customers to notice stained walls or sofas, scratches on furniture, or a tear in leather seats.

Many of our domestic clients also want to prepare for friends and families visiting over Christmas and New Year and likewise, we often get called in to repair the damage after the ‘party season’ is over!

Gatts can assist with full scale refurbishment or any minor works – whether giving the premises a new lease of life by re-decorating, or repairing any damages to furniture.”

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North-East Businesses > wORdS By NIKI TENNANT

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It’s sometimes the most unlikely turn of events that inspire us to take our lives in a new direction. Aberdeen’s Debbie Rennie is no exception.

When prominent Aberdeen businessman, Mike Forbes decided to wind down and enjoy semi-retirement, he handed over the management of two of his rental properties to Northwood.

Debbie held a senior in-house marketing role until last summer, when she was made redundant.

It was a leap of faith for landlord Mike, who put his trust in the newcomer to the Aberdeen rental management scene nearly a year ago.

It gave the RGU graduate the impetus to launch her own marketing solutions consultancy, nRg.

Delighted with the service, a confident Mike now plans to add a third flat to the portfolio of Northwood managing director, Steven Mearns and his team. Mike’s son, Peter has also commissioned Northwood to manage the rental of his own flat while he embarks on his further education studies.

“I was instantly impressed by Steven’s manner and professionalism and signed up for Northwood’s Platinum Guaranteed rental income scheme, which means I know how much rent I’ll get monthly for a year – regardless of whether the property is occupied,” explained Mike.

The growth enjoyed by Northwood Aberdeen in its first nine months has been unprecedented in the franchise’s 16-year history, and pays testimony to the expanding Aberdeen team’s resolute commitment to quality service.

Northwood Aberdeen 225 Rosemount Place, Aberdeen AB25 2XS T: 01224 218450 F: 01224 637950 E: Aberdeen@NorthwoodUK.com www.northwooduk.com

Her agile young business is pitched at small to mediumsized enterprises (SMEs). Debbie gets under the skin of her clients’ businesses by becoming an integral part of their team.

IT training provider Nicholson Solutions, was one of the first clients to engage nRg to help drive new business. Debbie recently added Coates Offshore, global rental specialists to the offshore oil and gas industry, to her portfolio.

Synergy, accountability and a commitment to communication are the values that attract clients, such as Mains of Drum Garden Centre at Drumoak, to nRg. Mains of Drum’s Craig Forbes said: “Debbie has taken time to understand our business and customers, and has provided practical advice and identified new opportunities.

She’s easy to work with, enthusiastic and professional.” nRg marketing solutions T: 07779 039269 E: debbie@nrgmarketingsolutions.co.uk www.nrgmarketingsoltuions.co.uk 41

Vegas, Baby!

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Thanks to the economic slump, you can revel in a five star suite in sunny Las Vegas for less than the price of a 1 ½ star room in New York, flights included. > wORdS By ALISON dANIELS

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We settled in at the Bellagio, still the most luxurious option in town and star of the ‘Oceans Eleven’ trilogy. The huge rooms feature marble bathrooms, great beds, fabulous views over the strip and the fountains. It’s relentlessly stylish - you don’t even need to leave the hotel to pick up a few signature pieces at Gucci, Dior or Tiffany (rarely has my beloved walked so fast)!

Vegas entertainment means shows. There’s something for everyone - from the cheesy to the sleazy - from megastar headliners like Barry Manilow, Elton John and Cher, to musicals, illusionists and burlesque shows.

The Cirque du Soleil has a reputation for staging the most spectacular shows in town and we were unexpectedly and genuinely entranced by LOVE, their polished Beatles spectacular at the Mirage, which was funny, beautiful and moving. LOVE was an undoubted highlight of the trip, and you’ll finally understand why people run off and join the circus.

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Las Vegas has been transformed by an influx of big name chefs.

The buffets and weekend champagne brunches are still great value for money. The portion sizes explain why many casinos feature moving pavements to haul well-fed patrons inside.

People watching is one of the many pleasures the city offers.

Visitors range from the skeletally stylish to wearers of some of the most ill-advised shorts ever.

When it comes to shopping, there are several designer shopping outlets in and around the town. Chelsea Premium Outlets features around 150 stores from Ferragamo to Herve Leger, and is a short taxi ride away. The Fashion Show Mall is centrally located and is anchored by all the big US department stores, making it ideal for a spot of extreme endurance shopping.

Of course if you’re in Vegas, you’ll probably want to spend a portion of your hard-earned cash on gambling. Novices can take advantage of free lessons in table games and poker, where both the rules and etiquette are taught. Still, wherever you stay, whatever you do, in Vegas you’ll always hit the jackpot!

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A visionary business with infectiously enthusiastic directors at the helm, Russell Gibson offers a bespoke financial planning service that exists to benefit clients.

Almost 75 per cent of Russell Gibson’s business is structured on a recurring fee basis, ensuring that advice is completely impartial.

Achieve a future without compromise > wORdS By NIKI TENNANT Entrepreneurs, high net-worth individuals and professionals who are keen to better organise their finances are calling on financial planners, Russell Gibson.

Boutique business, Russell Gibson was established in 2008 by directors and financial project managers, Alan Ball and Tom Hyslop.

With an impressive pedigree in financial management, corporate

finance, and legal issues, the business has a 150-strong portfolio of clients, with growth coming mainly from referrals.

Working towards a client’s end goal, Alan and Tom have attained the coveted, internationally-acclaimed Certified Financial Planner status, which ideally positions them to embrace the financial legislative changes of 2012.

“We insist on meeting clients annually for a review of their finances,” explained former solicitor, Alan.

Having enjoyed 30 per cent growth in its second year, it’s a formula that is clearly working.

Said Tom: “The business model, knowledge and sustainability appeals to clients. Their continued support demonstrates that Russell Gibson is around for a long time.”

Russell Gibson Financial Management Ltd 19 Chattan Place, Aberdeen AB10 6RB T: 01224 588520 E: info@russellgibson.co.uk www.russellgibson.co.uk

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award-winning business has an annual turnover of nearly £30 million.

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The company is very proud of its ethical supply chain where it has full control of everything from sourcing raw materials for the furniture – which is still made in Sweden – to after-sales service.

Swedish family-owned Kinnarps is one of Europe’s leading experts on workplace solutions. It was founded in 1942 by Jarl and Evy Andersson and UK operations began in 1972. Today, the UK arm of the

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A prestigious international property company is reporting unprecedented interest in a luxury ownership opportunity on the shores of Loch Lomond.

The lure of the Loch > wORdS By NIKI TENNANT

Aberdeen-based Reaper International has exclusively brought to the North-east the opportunity to purchase luxury fractional ownership at the converted Mansion House within The Carrick resort - from four to 12 weeks per year, with a selection of two, three and four-bedroom properties available, alongside seasonal ownership.

"The level of interest in these deluxe homes is defying the current economic climate," said MD, Steven Reaper.

"Those who appreciate the ďŹ ner things in life can unwind in a tranquil haven that's easily accessible from the North-east."

Reaper International is oďŹ&#x20AC;ering a lucky Trend reader the chance to win one night's dinner, bed and breakfast for two at the 5* Cameron House Hotel (subject to availability). Send your answer to the following question with Reaper in the subject box (include your name, address, contact number and where you picked up your copy of Trend) to: info@trendmagazine.co.uk Q: On the shores of which loch is The Carrick situated?

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Gadies Fresh Approach > wORdS By SHARON HAwTHORNE Gadie’s new and constantly changing menu has been created by a chef brimming with enthusiasm and a passion for food. “I love to be able to take the best quality ingredients and put them together to create a wonderful meal from scratch” he says. “Here at Gadie’s we believe in good food cooked fresh every day using the best local ingredients available to us.”

Nestled alongside the Touched by Scotland Gallery, which hosts handmade arts and crafts from local artists, this bright and friendly restaurant is a real treat. The menu is wide and varied, from Shetland Sea Trout to a Pitcaple Bacon Burger, and complimented everyday by seasonal, hearty specials.

Owners Robin Baird and Jan Hobbs are thrilled with the new menu. “Our aim is to offer people a relaxed dining experience,” Robin enthuses. “We want people to feel as welcome as if they were coming into our home, and experience the finest quality food they’ll find anywhere.”

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Talented young designers emerging from Gray’s School of Art’s fledgling fashion degree course in the year ahead will have one thing in common. They’ve all been under the wing of watchful, gifted mentor, Kim Eason.

After laying similar foundations at the University of Northampton, Kim headed north in 2007 to establish a fashion degree course to sit alongside the textile degree at RGU. Presented with the challenge of a blank canvas, she was the architect of a new degree based on creative design, and yet supported by sound technical grounding in a student’s chosen specialism.

“The focus is on injecting fresh input into industries in Scotland, who’ve proven to be very supportive of the degree,” explained Kim, who encourages students to tailor their designs towards Scotland’s luxury, niche market in which labels such as Pringle have experienced a renaissance.

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Kim cat-walks the talk. She launched her own label, PAtCH, 15 years ago and produces two collections a year which sell in specialist boutiques on the west coast of America.

In a claim to fame that simply can’t be matched, one of Kim’s tops was found in the haul of Hollywood actress Winona Ryder, who was arrested for shoplifting in Beverly Hills in 2001.

“I’m a believer that if I ask a student to do something, I have to be able to demonstrate a foundation of experience,” said Kim. “I’m very focused on deconstruction – creating future treasures from a fabric that has been used before and has its own history.”

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ART FEATURE

> wORdS By NIKI TENNANT

An increasing number of North-east businesses are hanging their reputation on innovative Aberdeen creative company, Eyecandy graphics.

Adrian George, whose experience in the industry spans two decades, has introduced to the North-east the quirky, hi-tech concept of personalised wallpaper.

Rather than decorating their walls with logos, corporate colours or abstract art work, companies are calling on Eyecandy graphics to transform their public wall space into floor-to-ceiling images that depict their industry, service or culture.

Eyecandy graphics digitally print clients’ own images or stock photographs on to a range of 19 finishes in three ranges of wallpaper.

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The Eyecandy creative team then create a proof of the client’s approved design digitally printed on the chosen wallpaper.

Once signed off, the job is printed, trimmed and even hung on the client’s walls by one-stop-shop, Eyecandy.

Stonehaven-based Scape Homes recently commissioned Eyecandy graphics to hang customised wallpaper images of old Arbroath along with reproductions of murals discovered during the early stages of the building work to the luxury apartments at the former Marine Ballroom. The murals had been painted

by Polish soldiers who were billeted to Arbroath during World War ll.

The Aberdeenphoto.com studio of Aberdeen photographer, Neil Gordon, will also soon have yet another Eyecandy graphics wallpaper print adorning his studio walls.

Eyecandy graphics’ work is also showcased in restaurants and bars, board rooms and oil company training suites, with dramatic results.

Adrian, whose business also specialises in competitively-priced canvas prints featuring customers’ own photographs or favourite stock images, has pledged to donate 10% of the sale of Eyecandy canvasses and wallpapers to local and national cancer charities in memory of two late friends. He aims to raise £5000 by the end of 2010.

Adrian George Eyecandy Graphics & Signs Ltd 2A Eden Place, Rosemount Aberdeen AB25 2YF T: 01224 625140, 07802 299447 E: adrian@eyecandygraphics.co.uk www.eyecandygraphics.co.uk Picture by aberdeenphoto.com

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LUEGO SPORTS CARS > wORdS By dAVId GILLANdERS

Now for something completely different, a kit car called the Luego.

I met with Ben Lord, 39 years old, the Managing Director of Luego Sports Cars at his workshop in Kintore, Aberdeenshire. This is a family run business as Ben’s Father, Stuart, a Marine Engineer is also very involved and Ben’s Brother Joe who is based in Hull also has an input into the build of the finished vehicle. Ben worked for 14 years with Honda Formula 1 and also McLaren as an Electronics Systems Engineer, so be assured you are not only dealing with a solid family run business but true experts in their field.

There are a number of variations, there is the Velocity which starts at £4,800 for the kit and there is also the Viento which comes in at £5,900. You will also require a donor vehicle which ideally should be Ford Sierra based, but soon they will be able to take BMW.

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The car in our picture, which was beautifully turned out and I particularly liked the Gulf colours, had a Chevrolet LS2 engine. This engine develops 400 bhp, driven through a Ford back axle, 3.6 final drive, giving this particular car a top speed of over 160 mph, 0 – 60 in under 4 seconds. To say this car is lively is an understatement.

If you wish to purchase a kit, you need to be aware that the expertise is available, if one requires it, from Ben and his team to help in the build of the car.

A fully prepared Luego will cost in the region of £16,000, the car shown below would cost in the region of £35,000.

Contact Ben Lord T: 01467 631194 E: info@luegosportscars.com

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FEATURE

There are only three things that will get me on a dance floor voluntarily. The first is Iggy Pop, the second is the best part of a bottle of Veuve Cliquot and the third is a word from Madame Trend. For some reason, the idea of me learning to salsa provokes quite a lot of disturbing snorting noises and tears from friends and family. Beloved finds the idea so entertaining he gets a pain in his side. I decide he’s coming too.

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> wORdS By ALISON dANIELS

There are around a dozen people in the Wednesday night class at Soul Pole, with about half being absolute beginners.

One chap is from Khazakhstan, which is commitment for you.

You don’t need a partner as everyone swaps around regularly, meaning you get to tread on a lot of different toes! Since everyone is learning, no-one minds when you turn in the wrong direction or find yourself on the wrong foot, and Yuri combines irrepressibly enthusiasm and gentle patience.

Yuri says salsa is good for reducing stress, improving fitness, losing weight, and making friends. It should probably be offered on the NHS. There are classes in Aberdeen, Ellon and Inverurie and a great salsa party night every couple of weeks at the Station Hotel.

Aberdeen Salsa also offer very popular corporate events and hen parties.

The basic steps aren’t difficult and within an hour, everyone is happily sashaying their socks off. Even Beloved, who works in IT and therefore dances like he’s listening to a different tune from everyone else, has got the beat by the end of the class, twirling away with the best of them.

Rhythm may be a dancer, but it’s clear that I am not going to be troubling Darcy Bussell anytime soon. If anything could change that, though, it’d be Aberdeen Salsa. www.aberdeensalsa.co.uk or contact Yuri on 0787 6474405 or yuri@latinbeats.co.uk 62

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Chris RObb > wORdS By dAVId NICHOLSON

You have to hand it to Chris Robb; the man knows how to be dramatic.

In 2002, the then-amateur filmmaker quit a day job he had no passion for and moved to Hollywood to follow his dream of directing movies.

“It was after a chance encounter with director, Steven Lewis Simpson,” says Chris. “This guy was from Aberdeen, yet holding his own in Hollywood – something I’d only dreamed was possible.

I was inspired.”

Chris was soon accepted into a year-long filmmaking course based at Universal Studios, Hollywood.

Chris recalls encounters with directing heroes like Bryan Singer and Steven Soderbergh. But this Hitchcock obsessed film-noir fan didn’t have time to be starstruck.

“It was amazing,” he recalls. ”From day one I had a camera in my hands, and by the first weekend I was editing my first short.”

Completing the course, Chris moved to London to work for a TV production company but soon, the old frustrations arose again.

He explains: “One of my tutors would say, “If you want to make films, make films.

It’s too easy to get distracted working in TV.” So I moved home and started Tripswitch Productions”.

A 2007 trip to the Cannes film festival with business partner Richard Burke saw Chris adding to his list of industry contacts. Tripswitch are now developing a number of projects with parties on both sides of the Atlantic.

Top priority is a project to be set and filmed in Aberdeen. The script completed, Tripswitch will be talking to investors soon. They hope to begin shooting in Spring 2010.

For further information go to www.tripswitchproductions.com

Photograph: Lee Corpe at Snowfox Photography.

Thanks to Cineworld, Union Square

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Kitchen Companions > wORdS By NIKI TENNANT

Simple to Sensational Jun Tanaka

Fat Jennifer McLagan

Strada Della Monna Gian Bohan with Maurizio Mori

A Taste of the Caribbean Rustie Lee

Stimulate taste buds, build culinary skills and sharpen the imagination with a refreshing approach to a cookery bible from chef and TV presenter, Jun Tanaka. This is the first book from the sophisticated London Pearl Restaurant & Bar executive chef, host of Channel 4’s Cooking It and presenter of UKTV’s Market Kitchen. Jun demonstrates how to create simple, everyday delicious dishes… then, transforms the same recipe into an elegant dinner party dish, simply by adding a few extra ingredients/techniques.

Published by Simon and Schuster, £20

Chef Jennifer McLagan sets out to lure us back to a healthy relationship with fat in this comprehensive guide to storing, preparing and cooking with fat. Crowned winner of the James Beard Award for Cookbook of the Year 2009, this ‘appreciation of a misunderstood ingredient’ contains more than 100 recipes. It’s an illuminating celebration of an ingredient that the author insists is fundamental to the flavour of our food.

Published by Jacqui Small, £18.99

A charming tribute to the fire, passion and romance of authentic Italian food and wine, this delightful book charts the evolution from little butcher’s shop to one of Britain’s finest Italian restaurants – Nonna’s in Sheffield. With atmospheric photography, informative food facts and authentic recipes, it’s a must-have addition to the coffee table of anyone who’s passionate about Italian cuisine.

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Larger than life TV chef Rustie guides readers through some of the most colourful culinary delights of her native Caribbean. Discover the pleasures of tropical food in this easy-to-follow array of fruit-inspired recipes – and even aphrodisiac cocktails. In her inimitable style, Rustie helps us to add a little tropical spice to our kitchens.

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The north-facing front garden of Alison Williams is set for a makeover after the ARI nurse won a garden design session with the Beechgrove Garden’s Kirsty McLean.

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Tel: 280005 Costa at Waterstones 3-7 Union Bridge, Trinity Centre, Aberdeen AB11 6BG Tel: 592440 Cults Café Unit 12, The Courtyard, Cults, Aberdeen AB15 9SD Tel: 862690 Déjà Vu 55d Rose Street, Aberdeen AB10 1UB Tel: 624488 Foodstory (The) 22 Rose Street, Aberdeen AB10 1UA Tel: 622293 Francesca’s Unit 2, Ashdale Drive, Westhill, Aberdeenshire AB32 6LP Tel: 743172 Hammerton Store 336 Great Western Road, Aberdeen AB10 6LX Tel: 324449 John Lewis Espresso Bar George Street, Aberdeen AB25 1BW Tel: 625000 Marlin’s Coffee Shop The Galleria, Bon-Accord Street, Aberdeen AB11 6FB Tel: 590620 Mediterrano 40 St. Andrew Street, Aberdeen AB25 1JA Tel: 639799 Prego Aberdeen 33 Fountainhall Road, Aberdeen AB15 4EN Tel: 640368 Richmond Street Deli (The) 65 Richmond Street Rosemount, Aberdeen AB25 2TS Tel: 636598 Rocksalt & Snails 40 St Swithin Street, Aberdeen AB10 6XJ Tel: 200012 Rosie Thistle’s Tea Room 31 Thistle St, Aberdeen AB10 1UY Tel: 632445 Starbucks Coffee Company Ltd. 208 Union Street, Aberdeen AB10 1DW Tel: 622260 Take 5 Catering Hareness Road, Altens, Aberdeen, AB12 3LE Tel: 248313 Terroir Delicatessen 371 North Deeside Road, Cults, Aberdeen AB15 9SX Tel: 865233

FLORISTS Eden Creative 2 Forest Avenue, Aberdeen AB15 4TG Tel: 589051 Dolce Vita 39 Summerhill Drive, Aberdeen AB15 6EQ Tel: 200042 Flowers By Booth The Courtyard, North Deeside Road, Cults, Aberdeen AB15 9SD Tel: 869075 Flower Design 22-24 Evan Street, Stonehaven AB39 2BJ Tel: 01569 765489 Flower By Lesley 9 Barclay Street, Stonehaven AB39 2EQ Tel: 01569 765007 Nicky Walker Florist 89-61 St Swithin Street, Aberdeen AB10 6XL Tel: 323254

GOLF CENTRES Aspire Golf Centre South Deeside Road, Aberdeen AB12 5YN Tel: 865750 Craibstone Golf Club Parkhead, Bucksburn Aberdeen AB12 5GL Tel: 716777 Golfscape 181 Union Street, Aberdeen AB11 6BB Tel: 676263 Inchmarlo Resort and Golf Centre Inchmarlo, Banchory, Royal Deeside AB31 4BQ Tel: 01330 826424 Kings Links Golf Centre Golf Road, Aberdeen AB24 1RZ Tel: 641577 Meldrum House Golf Club Old Meldrum, Oldmeldrum, Inverurie AB51 0AE Tel: 01651 873553 Peterculter Golf Club Oldtown, Burnside Road, Peterculter AB14 0LN Tel: 735245

HAIR AND BEAUTY Ace of Blades 104 Holburn Street, Aberdeen AB10 6BY

Tel: 211608 Anjool’s Hair 14a South Avenue Aberdeen AB15 9LP Tel: 863633 Bajolo Beauty Spa 123 High Street, Inverurie AB51 3QJ Tel: 01467 624420 Beauty at the Bridge 63 Elmbank Terrace, Aberdeen AB24 3NL Tel: 274477 Beauty Fountain (The) 51 Holburn Road, Aberdeen AB10 6EY Tel: 212888 Beauty Uncovered 381 North Deeside Road, Aberdeen AB15 9SX Tel: 869882 Biyoni 44 Union Terrace, Aberdeen AB10 1NP Tel: 626602 Chocolate Monkeys 35 Allardice Street, Stonehaven AB39 2AB Tel: 01569 763822 Cinnamon Fringe 3-5 Union Lane, Ellon, Aberdeenshire AB41 9DS Tel: 01358 729995 Edge Hairdressing (The) 45 West High Street, Inverurie AB51 3QQ Tel: 01467 624873 Findlays 12 Albyn Grove, Aberdeen AB10 6SQ Tel: 574657 Findlays 365 Holburn Street, Aberdeen AB10 7FQ Tel: 593431 First Nails Plus Beauty 1 South Crown Street, Aberdeen AB11 7RQ Tel: 593232 Hair Shop (The) 42 Balmoral Place, Aberdeen AB10 6HP Tel: 212192 House (The) 34 Great Western Road, Aberdeen AB10 6PY Tel: 586699 Ishoka 11 Albyn Terrace, Aberdeen AB10 1YP Tel: 641900 Ishoka 33 Rosemount Viaduct, Aberdeen AB25 1NQ Tel: 624449 Kirkwood Fyfe 12 Victoria Street, Aberdeen AB10 1XB Tel: 643999 The Lodge of the Loch of Aboyne Aboyne, Aberdeenshire AB34 5BR Tel: 013398 86444 Meka Hair Design 99 North Deeside Road, Peterculter AB14 0RR Tel: 732192 Mens Room (The) 6 Waverley Place, Aberdeen AB10 1XH Tel: 643737 Odyssey Hair Design 68 Skene Street, Aberdeen, AB10 1QE Tel: 641941 Orkid 85 North Deeside Road, Aberdeen AB15 9DS Tel: 864444 Oxygen for Hairdressing 180 Rosemount Place, Aberdeen AB25 2XQ Tel: 561561 Pamper Zone The Old Mart, Market Road, Laurencekirk AB30 1DG Tel: 01561 377007 Platinum Hair 51 G Rose Street, Aberdeen AB10 1UB, Tel: 624214 Preen Beauty 275 Holburn Street, Aberdeen AB10 7FL Tel: 594066 Route 66 62 Esslemont Avenue, Aberdeen AB25 1SR Tel: 636596 Saks Hair and Beauty David Lloyd Leisure, Garthdee Road, Aberdeen AB10 7AY Tel: 200306 Saks Hair and Beauty 409 Union Street, Aberdeen AB11 6DA Tel: 212020 Salon 70 Unisex Hairdressers 70 Great Western Road, Aberdeen AB10 6PY Tel: 573727 Spa, The Shop 2, Falconer Court, North Street, Inverurie AB51 4RT Tel: 01467 672222 Sun Spot,The 133 Broomhill Road, Aberdeen AB10 6JQ Tel: 200123 Synergy Salon Supplies 57 Cotton Street, Aberdeen AB11 5EG Tel: 211841 Technique Hair Design 34 Hollybank Place, Aberdeen

AB11 6XS Tel: 210759 Temple Aesthetics 9 The Courtyard, North Deeside Road, Cults, Aberdeen AB15 9SD. Tel: 869997 The Style Room 6 Beechgrove Terrace, Aberdeen AB15 5ED. Tel:626066 Thon Po 29 Thistle Street, Aberdeen AB10 1UY Tel: 638832 Toni and Guy 373 Union Street, Aberdeen AB11 6BT Tel: 593939 Tonic Beauty 158 Skene Street, Aberdeen, AB10 1PE Tel: 645767 West End Hair and Beauty 72 Countesswells Road, Aberdeen AB15 7YJ Tel: 322474 West with Style Unit 6, Ashdale Drive, Westhill, Aberdeenshire AB32 6LP Tel: 744927 Zeus 1-3 Little Belmont Street, Aberdeen AB10 1JG Tel: 641222

HEALTH AND FITNESS Aberdeen Petroleum Club Kippie Lodge, Milltimber, Aberdeen AB13 0AB Tel: 732677 Curves Unit 9, The Galleria, Langstane Place, Aberdeen AB11 6FB Tel: 596720 Curves 17a North Street, Inverurie AB41 4RJ Tel: 01467 621199 Curves Unit 3, Muirend Road, Portlethen, Aberdeen AB12 4XP Tel: 780777 Curves Unit 5, Ashdale Drive, Westhill, Aberdeenshire AB32 6LP Tel: 740063 David Lloyd Leisure Garthdee Road, Aberdeen AB10 7AY Tel: 321333 ExEL Farburn Ind. Estate, Dyce, Aberdeen AB21 7PB Tel: 833170 Garioch Sports Centre Strathburn Park, Burghmuir Drive, Inverurie AB51 4GY Tel: 01467 626141 LivingWell Health Club 161 Springfield Road, Aberdeen AB15 7AQ Tel: 209867 National Karate Institute Hadley House, Culter House Road, Miltimber, Aberdeen AB13 OEN Tel: 734607 Nuffield Health and Fitness 39 Justice Mill Lane, Aberdeen AB11 6EP Tel: 588789 RGU Sport Garthdee Road, Aberdeen AB10 5GE Tel: 263769 Soul Pole 35A Union Street, Aberdeen Tel: 07756 223292 Warehouse Health Club (The) 20 Mearns Street, Aberdeen AB11 5AT Tel: 571457

HEALTHCARE Aberdeen Chiropractic Clinic 331 Great Western Road, Aberdeen AB10 6NW Tel: 585456 Aberdeen Physiotherapy 99 Westburn Road, Aberdeen AB25 2SG Tel: 626266 Albyn Dental Practice (The) 22 Albyn Place, Aberdeen AB10 1YT Tel: 582814 Albyn Hospital 21-24 Albyn Place, Aberdeen AB10 1RW Tel: 595993 Ark Occupational Health 213 George Street, Aberdeen, AB25 1HY Tel: 566500 Kirkwood Fyfe 12 Victoria Street, Aberdeen AB10 1XB Tel: 643999 Orthodontic Clinic (The) 9 Golden Square, Aberdeen AB10 1RB Tel: 611633 Orthoworld 24-26 Thistle Street, Aberdeen AB10 1XD Tel: 638404 Queen’s Cross Dental Practice 80 Carden Place, Aberdeen AB10 1UL Tel: 638889

Rosemount Centre 1 Mount Street, Aberdeen AB25 2RA Tel: 636378 Rubislaw Aesthetics Clinic 20 Rubislaw Terrace, Aberdeen AB10 1WE Tel: 647977 Sk:n Clinic 261 Union Street, Aberdeen AB11 6BR Tel: 0800 028 7222

HOTELS Aberdeen Douglas Hotel 43-45 Market Street, Aberdeen AB11 5EL Tel: 582255 Aberdeen Thistle Caledonian Hotel 10-14 Union Terrace, Aberdeen AB10 1WE Tel: 640233 Atholl Hotel 54 Kings Gate, Aberdeen AB15 4YN Tel: 323505 Brentwood Hotel (The) 101 Crown Street, Aberdeen AB11 6HH Tel: 595440 Carmelite Hotel Stirling Street, Aberdeen AB11 6JU Tel: 589101 Copthorne Hotel (The) 122 Huntly Street, Aberdeen AB10 1SU Tel: 630404 Craighaar Hotel Waterton Road, Bankhead, Aberdeen AB21 9HS Tel: 712275 Cults Hotel (The) North Deeside Road, Cults, Aberdeen AB15 9SE Tel: 867632 Double Tree by Hilton Beach Boulevard, Aberdeen AB24 5EF Tel: 633339 Dutch Mill (The) 7 Queens Road, Aberdeen AB15 4NR Tel: 322555 Express by Holiday Inn 29-43 Chapel Street, Aberdeen AB10 1SU Tel: 623500 Hilton Aberdeen Treetops Hotel161 Springfield Road, Aberdeen AB15 7AQ Tel: 313377 Holiday Inn Aberdeen West Westhill, Aberdeen AB32 6TT Tel: 270300 Kintore Arms Hotel 83 High Street, Inverurie AB51 3QJ Tel: 01467 621367 Malmaison 49-53 Queens Road, Aberdeen AB15 4YP Tel: 327370 Marcliffe at Pitfodels (The) North Deeside Road, Pitfodels, Aberdeen AB15 9YA Tel: 861000 The Marine Hotel Shore Head, Stonehaven AB39 2JY Tel: 01569 762155 Mariner Hotel (The) 349 Great Western Road, Aberdeen AB10 6NW Tel: 588901 Menzies Hotel Dyce Aberdeen Airport Farburn Terrace, Dyce, Aberdeen AB21 7DW Tel: 723101 Mercure Ardoe House Hotel & Spa South Deeside Road, Blairs, Aberdeen AB12 5YP Tel: 860600 Micasa ApartHotel 9 Market Street, Aberdeen AB11 5PD. Tel: 565 950 Norwood Hall Hotel Garthdee Road, Cults, Aberdeen AB15 9FX Tel: 868951 Palm Court Hotel 81 Seafield Road, Aberdeen AB15 7YX Tel: 310351 Raemoir House Hotel Raemoir, Banchory, Kincardineshire AB31 4ED Tel: 01330 824884 Red House Hotel Aulton Road, Cruden Bay, AB42 ONJ Tel: 01779 812215 Simpson’s Hotel 59 Queens Road, Aberdeen AB15 4YP Tel: 327777 Soprano St. Magnus Court Hotel 20 Guild Street, Aberdeen AB11 6NF Tel: 589411 Thainstone House Hotel and Country Club Inverurie,

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Aberdeenshire AB51 5NT Tel: 01467 621643 Woodbank, Shell Hotel and Conference Centre North Deeside Road, Pitfodels, Aberdeen, AB15 9PN Tel: 884756

JEWELLERS Aly Bali Jewellery Gallery 7 Evan Street, Stonehaven AB39 2EQ Tel: 01569 760999 Finnies The Jewellers 219 George Street, Aberdeen AB25 1ED Tel: 636632 Jamieson & Carry 142 Union Street, Aberdeen, AB10 1GF Tel: 641219 John Park (Jeweller) Ltd. 17 Rose Street, Aberdeen AB10 1TX Tel: 646599 Menzies Designer Jewellers The Academy, Belmont Street, Aberdeen AB10 1LB Tel: 641031 Sinclair’s Jewellers 63 Market Place, Inverurie AB51 3PY Tel: 01467 620275

MISCELLANEOUS A Alterations & Tailoring 8 Rose Street, Aberdeen AB10 1UA Tel: 648277 Academy Street Dance Studio 12 Academy Street, Aberdeen AB11 6DZ Tel: 211017 Autospa North Deeside Road, Pitfodels, Aberdeen AB15 9YA Tel: 863444 Cowie Interiors The Workshop Amy Row Cowie, Stonehaven AB39 2RG Tel: 01569 767600 Danscentre 89 Hutcheon Street, Aberdeen AB25 3RS Tel: 647341 Hire a Hat 187 Countesswells Road, Aberdeen AB15 7RA Tel: 318511 Inverurie Garden & Machinery Centre Oldmeldrum Road, Inverurie AB51 0TP Tel: 01467 621402 Leathan Property Developments LTD 8 Balmoral Place, Aberdeen, AB10 6HH Tel: 0706 1001199 Original 106FM Original House, Craigshaw Road, Aberdeen AB12 3AR Tel: 294860 Sparkles Cleaning Services Ltd Suite 345, 73 Holburn Street, Aberdeen AB10 6DN Tel: 488283 Thank Evans (Child Care Services) 30 West High Street, Inverurie AB51 3QR Tel: 01467 629000 Washbay (The) 54 Salisbury Terrace, Aberdeen AB10 6QH Tel: 213119

OFFICES Aberdeen Appointments Agency 461 Union Street, Aberdeen AB11 6DB Tel: 211211 Aberdeenshire Council Woodhill House, Westburn Road, Aberdeen AB16 5GB Aberdeen Football Club Pittodrie Stadium, Aberdeen AB24 5QH Tel: 650400 Aberdein Considine & Co 8 & 9 Bon Accord Crescent, Aberdeen AB11 6DN Tel: 589700 Aberdein Considine & Co Justice House, 4 Justice Mill Lane, Aberdeen AB11 6EQ Tel: 560600 Aberdeen Foyer 18 Marywell Street, Aberdeen AB11 6FS Tel: 224250 Aberdeen International Youth Festival 35 Regent Quay, Aberdeen AB11 5BE Tel: 213800 Aberdeen Property Leasing Rosemount House, 138 Rosemount Place, Aberdeen AB25 2YU Tel: 635355 AM and PM 441 Union Street, Aberdeen AB11 6DA Tel: 595555 Anderson Anderson and Brown LLP Chartered

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Accountants 9 Queens Road, Aberdeen AB15 4YL Tel: 625111 Anderson Bain & Co 10 Thistle Street, Aberdeen AB10 1XZ Tel: 626244 Atholl Scott Victoria House, Victoria Street, Aberdeen AB10 1XB Tel: 640227 AVC Brand Advertising Wellington Circle, Altens, Aberdeen AB15 4YE Tel: 217300 BBKS North Deeside Road, Banchory AB31 5YR Tel: 01330 825207 Big Partnership (The) 11 Thistle Place, Aberdeen AB10 1UZ Tel: 615000 BIS Salamis Greenhole Place, Bridge of Don, Aberdeen AB23 8EU Tel: 246000 Business Gateway Riverview Bus. Centre, Centurion Court, North Esplanade West, Aberdeen AB11 5QH Tel: 289700 Cammach Recruitment Greenbank Business Centre, Greenbank Road, East Tullos, Aberdeen AB12 3BN Tel: 894444 Canyon Helix House, Kirkton Drive, Pitmedden Road Industrial Estate, Dyce, Aberdeen AB21 0BG Tel: 351800 Charles Edmond Accountants 23 Carden Place, Aberdeen AB10 1UQ Tel: 628240 Charlie Innes Associates 8 Albert Place, Aberdeen AB25 1RG Tel: 261313 C.I.S. 7/17 Albert Street, Aberdeen AB25 1XX Tel: 656656 Claremont Office Interiors (A&H) Ltd Unit 6, Tyseal Base, Craigshaw Crescent, West Tullos, Aberdeen AB12 3AW Tel: 245400 Clydesdale Bank plc 56 Carden Place, Aberdeen AB10 1UP Tel: 657900 Compass Group 13 Carden Place, Aberdeen AB10 1UR Tel: 623607 Contempo Lettings & Property Management 7 Queens Gardens, Aberdeen AB15 4YD Tel: 619360 Covey McCormick Bon Accord Hse, Riverside Drive, Aberdeen AB11 7SL Tel: 581700 Craig Group Ltd. 12 Queens Road, Aberdeen AB15 4ZT Tel: 261400 Davies Wood Summers 8, Albyn Terrace, Aberdeen AB10 1YP Tel: 622101 Driver Hire & DH Recruitment Deemouth Business Centre, South Esplanade East, Aberdeen AB11 9PB Tel: 899449 EQ Design The Bank, 292 Rosemount Place, Aberdeen AB25 2YA Tel: 622277 Fifth Ring St. Mary’s Ct., 47-49 Huntly Street, Aberdeen AB10 1TH Tel: 626288 First Group plc. 395 King Street, Aberdeen AB24 5RP Tel: 650000 Fisher Offshore North Meadows, Old Meldrum, AB51 0GQ Tel: 01651 871492 Fyfe Moir & Associates Accountants & Tax Advisers, 58 Queens Road, Aberdeen AB15 4YE Tel: 208729 G5 Technologies 15-17 Commerce Street, Aberdeen AB11 5EU Tel: 0845 1144477 Global SantaFe Langlands House, Huntley Street, Aberdeen AB10 1SH Tel: 654400 Granite PR Ltd 54 Craigieburn Park, Springfield Road, Aberdeen AB15 7SG Tel: 576070 Grant Smith Law Practice 252 Union Street, Aberdeen AB10 1TN Tel: 621620 Grant Smith Law Practice Old Bank Buildings, 9 Balmellie Street,Turriff AB53 4DW Tel: 01888 562245 H-Events @ Brian Mutch Property Services 27 Holburn Street, Aberdeen AB10 6BS Tel: 443878 Harper and Company 22 Carden Place, Aberdeen

AB10 1UQ Tel: 635632 Hutcheon Rattray & Company 248 Union Street, Aberdeen AB10 1TN Tel: 623423 Imajica 11a Bon Accord Crescent, Aberdeen AB116DE Tel: 592333 James & George Collie 1 East Craibstone Street, Aberdeen AB11 6YQ Tel: 581581 James & George Collie 220 Union Street, Aberdeen AB10 1TL Tel: 572777 Karen MacRae Resources Ltd. 9 Victoria Street, Aberdeen AB10 1XB Tel: 646530 K.W.A.D. 133-137 Holburn Street, Aberdeen AB10 6BN Tel: 857930 Law Practice (The) 2 Rubislaw Place, Aberdeen AB10 1XN Tel: 562870 Ledingham Chalmers 52-54 Rose Street, Aberdeen AB10 1HA Tel: 408419 Lime Creative Solutions 62 Queen’s Road, Aberdeen AB15 4YE Tel: 810160 Max Marketing 18 Albert Street, Aberdeen AB25 1XQ Tel: 649494 McGrigors LLP Johnstone House, 52-54 Rose Street, Aberdeen AB10 1HD Tel: 347100 McIntosh McTaggart 52-54 Albert Street, Aberdeen AB25 1XS Tel: 593100 McLeod & Aitken Queens Gate, 30 Queens Gate, Aberdeen AB15 4YF Tel: 313900 Mearns and Gill 7 Carden Place, Aberdeen AB10 1PP Tel: 646311 Meston Reid & Co 12 Carden Place, Aberdeen AB10 1UR Tel: 625554 Morna Petrano Property Leasing 2D Thistle Street, Aberdeen AB10 1XZ Tel: 645757 Munro’s Travel Group 267 Union Street, Aberdeen AB11 6BR Tel: 261850 Next Business 111 Gallowgate, Aberdeen AB25 1BU Tel: 619822 Northsound Radio 2 Abbotswell Road, Aberdeen AB12 3AJ Tel: 337000 Northwood Letting 225 Rosemount Place, Aberdeen AB25 2XS Tel: 218450 Patience and Buchan Family Lawyers 10 Golden Square, Aberdeen AB10 1RB Tel: 648222 Performance Improvements Ltd. 6 Albyn Terrace, Aberdeen AB10 1YP Tel: 647770 PI Recruitment Ltd. Bishop House, 48 Carden Place, Aberdeen AB10 1HP Tel: 639350 Raeburn Group Ltd Ruby House, Ruby Place, Aberdeen AB10 1QZ Tel: 625050 Reaper International 11 Hopeman Close, Ellon, Aberdeenshire AB41 8AZ Tel: 0845 0573656 Relocation Scotland 11a Queens Gdns, Aberdeen AB15 4YD Tel: 648488 Rowson & Associates Ltd 96 Holburn Street, Aberdeen AB10 6BY Tel: 581771 Royal Bank of Scotland (The) Queen’s Cross Branch, 40 Albyn Place, Aberdeen AB10 1YN Tel: 321212 St. Jame’s Place Wealth Management 3 Queen’s Gate, Aberdeen AB15 5YL Tel: 202400 Simmons & Co Simmons House, 22 Waverley Place Aberdeen AB10 1XP. Tel: 202 300 Simpson Forsyth 52 Queens Road, Aberdeen AB15 4YE Tel: 321133 Simpson & Marwick 4 Alford Place, Aberdeen AB10 1YD Tel: 622622 Simpson & Marwick 4 Carden Terrace, Aberdeen

AB10 1US Tel: 624924 SOS Marketing Ltd. 7 Queens Gardens, Aberdeen AB15 4YD Tel: 619388 Source Relocation 80 Rosemount Place, Aberdeen AB25 2XN Tel: 631555 Space Solutions Bishop House, 50 Carden Place, Aberdeen AB10 1UP Tel: 218500 Sterling Relocation 7 Queen’s Gardens, Aberdeen AB15 4YD Tel: 619231 Storie Cruden & Simpson 2 Bon Accord Crescent, Aberdeen AB11 DH Tel: 587261 Storie Cruden & Simpson Unit 22, Westhill Shopping Centre, Aberdeenshire AB32 6RL Tel: 740718 Strategic Offshore Research Ltd. 1 Queen’s Lane South, Queen’s Cross, Aberdeen AB10 6XW Tel: 498020 Stronachs 34 Albyn Place, Aberdeen AB10 1FW Tel: 845845 Taggart Neil Mathers 20 Bon Accord Square, Aberdeen AB11 6DJ Tel: 588020 Talisman Energy UK Ltd Talisman House, 163 Holburn Street, Aberdeen AB10 6BZ Tel: 352500 The Mortgage + Property Centre 248 Union Street, Aberdeen AB10 1TN Tel: 623400 Think PR 13 Rubislaw Terrace, Aberdeen AB10 1XE Tel: 562825 Total Business Furniture Balmano House, Ruthrieston Road, Aberdeen AB10 7JR Tel: 313260 Tricker PR 9 Victoria Street, Aberdeen AB10 1XB Tel: 646491 Venture Office Solutions Arnhall Business Park, Endeavour Drive, Westhill, Aberdeen AB32 6UF Tel: 744667 Waterloo Quay Properties Limited The Courtyard, Clarence Street, AberdeenAB11 5BH Tel: 357130 WeberShandwick 58 Queens Road, Aberdeen AB15 4YE Tel: 806600

OPTICIANS Corry & Christie 185 George Street, Aberdeen AB25 1XH Tel: 631633 Douglas Dickie 477 Great Western Road, Aberdeen AB10 6N Tel: 311001 Duncan and Todd Unit 12 Dyce Shopping Centre, Aberdeen AB21 7LW Tel: 771144 Duncan and Todd Unit 10, Westhill Shopping Centre, Aberdeen AB32 6RL Tel: 745888 Duncan and Todd 4 Belmont Street, Aberdeen AB10 1JE Tel: 644927 Duncan and Todd 1 Market Street, Stonehaven AB39 2BT Tel: 01569 762765 Duncan and Todd 37 High Street, Inverurie AB51 3QA Tel: 01467 620078 Duncan and Todd Head Office 14 Crown Terrace, Aberdeen AB11 6HE Tel: 211911 Duncan and Todd The Mall, Aberdeen AB10 6BE Tel: 572368 Jenson and Ledingham 23 Belmont Street, Aberdeen AB10 1JS Tel: 643557 Straine Opticians 33-35 Thistle Street, Aberdeen AB10 1UY Tel: 624103

RETAIL @hamishmunro 19-25 Thistle Street, Aberdeen AB10 1UY Tel: 641388 AB1 Collectables Limited Unit 9, The Mall Aberdeen, Union Street, AB11 6BE Tel: 211151 AB10 Unit 18, The Trinity Shopping Centre, Aberdeen AB11 6BE Tel: 592070

Academy (The) Belmont Street, Aberdeen AB10 1LB Tel: 633009 Alexanders 207-213 Rosemount Place, Aberdeen AB25 2XS Tel: 636241 Altro Designerwear Shop 1, Falconer Court, North Street, Inverurie AB51 4RJ Tel: 01467 622886 Andrew Gordon Butchery & Fine Foods 35-37 Chattan Place, Aberdeen AB10 6RB Tel: 587553 Attic The Academy, Belmont Street, Aberdeen AB10 1LB Tel: 644000 Attic 3 Station Road, Inverurie AB51 3SD Tel: 01467 624545 Avril Oenone Milliner 64 Rosemount Viaduct, Aberdeen AB25 1NT Tel: 626578 Bang & Olufsen of Aberdeen 53 Belmont Street, Aberdeen AB10 1JS Tel: 620120 Booth For Better Service 12 West High Street, Inverurie, Aberdeenshire Tel: 01467 620570 B‘s Knees 2 Urquhart Road, Oldmeldrum AB51 0EX Tel: 01651 873270 B‘s Knees Too 68 Market Place, Inverurie AB51 3XN Tel: 01467 629400 Bellino 17 Thistle Street, Aberdeen AB10 1XZ Tel: 648130 Belmont Bridal First Floor Carlton House, 32-36 High Street, Banchory AB31 5SR Tel: 01330 820822 Boss Store 245 Union Street, Aberdeen AB10 1TN Tel: 587487 C’Arla du Nord 31 Thistle Street, Aberdeen AB10 1YU Tel: 625070 Celebrations of Turriff 15 Main Street, Turriff, Aberdeenshire, AB53 4AA Tel: 01888 563361 Coast Unit 16, Bon-Accord Shopping Centre, George Street, Aberdeen AB25 1HZ Tel: 647193 Coco Violet 70 The Green, Aberdeen AB11 6PE Tel: 587423 Concept Clothing The Academy, Belmont Street, Aberdeen AB10 1LB Tel: 635268 Cruise 245 Union Street, Aberdeen AB10 1TN Tel: 588573 Dress Agency (The) 129 Holburn Street, Aberdeen AB10 6BP Tel: 582257 Emlou Fashion Boutique Unit 7, The Galleria, Langstane Place, Aberdeen, AB11 6FB Tel: 588950 Encore Dress Agency Main Street, Fettercairn AB30 1XW Tel: 01561 340550 Esslemonts 2 22 Thistle Street, Aberdeen AB10 1XD Tel: 645564 Esslemonts Menswear 20 Thistle Street, Aberdeen AB10 1XD Tel: 630606 Exquisite Design 49 Rose Street, Aberdeen AB10 1UB Tel: 636985 Fenner And Coburn 31 Thistle Street, Aberdeen AB10 1UY Tel: 632445 Frasers of Ellon Ythan Terrace, Ellon, Aberdeenshire AB41 9LL Tel: 01358 720363 Frou-Frou 36a Thistle Street, Aberdeen AB10 1XD Tel: 630015 Frox 28 Thistle Street, Aberdeen AB10 1XD Tel: 622692 High and Mighty 339 Union Street, Aberdeen AB11 6BS Tel: 594701 Hire a Hat 187 Countesswells Road, Aberdeen AB15 7RA Tel: 318511 Image Fashion 42 Thistle Street, Aberdeen AB10 1XD Tel: 646380 Indigo 15 Chapel Street, Aberdeen AB10 1SQ Tel: 646642 Its Kitsch, 20 Belmont Street, Aberdeen AB10 1JH Tel: 644466 Isabelle Randall 14 Erskine Street, Aberdeen AB24 3NQ Kafka 5 Alford Place, Aberdeen AB10 1YD Tel: 626002

Laings Bathroom & Kitchen Centre Oldmeldrum Road, Inverurie AB51 0ZJ Tel: 01467 620311 Langstane Press 1 Links Place, Aberdeen AB11 5DY Tel: 212212 Mannequin Bespoke Fashion Design 82 Great Western Road, Aberdeen AB10 6QF Tel: 582051 Millsom & Main The Galleria, Bon-Accord Street, Aberdeen AB11 6FB Tel: 580507 Nova 18-24 Chapel Street, Aberdeen AB10 1SP Tel: 641270 Ortak Jewellery Bon Accord Shopping Centre, Aberdeen AB25 1HZ Tel: 621889 Papillon 373 North Deeside Road, Cults, Aberdeen AB15 9SX Tel: 868808 Parade 30 Thistle Street, Aberdeen AB10 1XD Tel: 625196 Parade Watchmakers Lane, Alford, Aberdeenshire AB33 8PX Tel: 019755 64459 Parade 59 Main Street, Alford, Aberdeenshire AB33 8PX Tel: 019755 64548 Parade 50 Barclay Street, Stonehaven, Aberdeenshire AB39 2AY Tel: 01569 765997 Peltonieme 8 Chattan Place, Aberdeen, AB10 6RD Tel: 211851 Perfect Bridal Rooms 265-267 Holburn Street, Aberdeen AB10 7FL Tel: 574141 Pure 411 Union Street, Aberdeen AB10 6DA Tel: 594004 Signature 349 Union Street, Aberdeen AB11 6BT Tel: 210050 Signature 2 256 Union Street, Aberdeen AB10 1TP Tel: 646982 Tree House Interiors 3 Whitehall Road, Aberdeen AB25 2PP Tel: 647744 Trilight 227 Rosemount Place, Aberdeen, AB25 2XS Tel: 0845 4608494 Vanity 17 West High Street, Inverurie, Aberdeenshire AB51 3SA Tel: 01467 625382 Verdict 13 Thistle Street, Aberdeen AB10 1XZ Tel: 644558 Wrights of Inverurie 35 High Street, Inverurie AB51 3QA Tel: 01467 620108 Zoomp 491 Union Street, Aberdeen AB11 6DB Tel: 642152

SERVICED APARTMENTS Apex Mansions Apex House, York Street, Aberdeen AB11 5DD Tel: 212022 Chapel Apartments 44 Chapel Street, Aberdeen AB10 1SP Tel: 07824 666321 City Wharf Apartments 19-21 Regent Quay, Aberdeen AB11 5BE Tel: 0845 0942 424 The Craibstone Suites 15 Bon Accord Square, Aberdeen AB11 6DJ Tel: 857950 Dreamhouse Apartments 9 Baker Road, Aberdeen AB24 4RS Tel: 0845 2260 232 Kepplestone Manor 80-101 Queens Highlands, Queens Road, Aberdeen AB15 4AS Tel: 639355 Oakhill Apartments Oakhill House, Banchory-Devenick, Aberdeen AB12 5XN Parkhill Luxury Serviced Apartments 119 Hammerman Drive, Aberdeen AB24 4SF Tel: 0845 6025967 Skene House Holburn 6 Union Grove, Aberdeen AB10 6SY Tel: 580000 Skene House Rosemount 96 Rosemount Viaduct, Aberdeen AB25 1NX Tel: 645971 Skene House Whitehall 2 Whitehall Place, Aberdeen AB25 2NX Tel: 646600 Spires (The) 531 Great Western Road, Aberdeen AB10 6PE Tel: 08452 700090

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LILIAN & PHILIP LEITH

ANDY & LUCY CHRISTIE, SUSAN & GARY WALKER

LYNDA LOCKHEAD, ASHLAIGH LOCKHEAD

ALISTAIR BUCHAN & ISLA DAVIDSON

SUSAN & CALUM MELVILLE

CKE LAWRENCE JAMES, MARIA FRAN

SON, ROBERT SARAH HNSTON VICKI JO

WENDY & STUART MELVILLE DEBRA CELENTANO, SE NICOLA HUTCHEON, PAM TAW

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Once again a successful evening was had by the children’s charity Dreams Come True with their fundraising event. The event took place at the Marcliffe where over £55,000 was raised, matching the combined total of the past two years. The money raised will all go towards helping local children and will be distributed between Dreams Come True and the Archie Foundation.

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OrcHId BAR OPENING Aberdeen’s newest late night cocktail bar, Orchid, situated on Langstane Pace opened its doors at an exclusive VIP event. Lots of complimentary champagne and cocktails were enjoyed by the invitees before the venue opened it’s doors to the public later in the evening. Orchid is open from early evening until 2/3am in the morning.

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JANICE DUNCAN, ANN ROSBROOK

ANASTASIA FIOTAKI, DESPINA KALOUSI

CAROLINE REID, MANDY THOMPSON

KAY & LEIGH O’MALLEY

BOB & FIONA MCGRATH

Papillon Opening The 3 C's high on any lady's agenda (Champagne, Chocolates, not forgetting Clothes!) was the order of the evening at Papillon Boutique in Cults preview launch. Showcasing Autumn/Winter collections from Betty Barclay, Bandolera, Joseph Ribkoff and newcomer Ronen Chen, not to mention the delights of fine jewellery and accessories by Angie Gooderham and Dents 1777.

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PAT MADDOX, ELAINE WALLACE, LORNA SCHEIER

LYNN BATHAM, AVRIL MCLEAN

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Trend held their ďŹ rst TRENDnetwork event at No.1 Bar and Grill in, where a group gathered to network with diďŹ&#x20AC;erent people in the lifestyle industry. Guests were given an informative presentation by Eileen Mauchline of Fruition Marketing while they enjoyed a drink and some nibbles and continued to network throughout the evening.

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01: Gary Sutherland, Maggie Lennon 02: Katherine Ferguson, Angela McCardle 03: Gill Buyers, Eileen Mauchline, Leigh Mathieson 04:Tytti Peltoniemi, Andrew Gordon, Brett Jackson 05: Lindsay Stenhouse, Craig Wilson 06: Alison Cran, Alison Shaw, Linda Madden 07: Julie Grant, Simone Barnett 08: Andrew Burton, Ande Salvin-Kech 09: Chris Thomson, Cheryl Rogerson 09

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PROFILE

Laura Barker

You’re invited to attend an Interview with...

> wORdS By NIKI TEN NANT

Laura Barker founded the jobs board service, JobsinScotland.com, eight years ago.

JobsinAberdeen.com – part of the group over which Laura presides – is now the no.1 ranking site on Google for positions in the city. Entrepreneur Laura is on the verge of launching her latest venture: JobsinOil.com.

Trend invited her to share with us her ‘alternative’ c.v....

Your first job?

At the age of 12, I had the longest and least lucrative newspaper round in history, cycling two miles each morning between Banchory and Inchmarlo for £1.

Your most rewarding job?

It has to be my role as a foster carer for unwanted dogs. I’m currently caring for Benjy, a 12-year-old Jack Russell, whose elderly owners are no longer able to look after him. He’s kept me awake for five nights, but it’s worth it.

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Ever been sacked?

No, but I have left ‘by mutual agreement’!

Who’s your fantasy colleague?

I have two: Simon Cowell, because he’s an independent thinker whose opinions are never influenced by anyone else, and Richard Farleigh of Dragon’s Den fame. He had a very difficult childhood and overcame massive challenges to succeed against all odds, which is amazing.

To whom in public life wold you say: You’re fired!”

As a life-long Tory voter, I was perplexed when watching a recent Andrew Marr interview with Conservative leader, David Cameron. Throughout, Cameron was pompous and belligerent and, I thought, considered himself to be doing the presenter a favour. (Okay, I had just given up smoking, so may have been a little less tolerant than usual…)

When you can’t find the words to express yourself, bracelets and charms from Links of London make the perfect gift.

At Finnies the Jeweller, you’ll find a choice of bracelet designs and over 200 different charms to choose from.

And because you’ll find a charm appropriate for every occasion you’ll never be stuck for a gift idea again!

For life.

George Street, Aberdeen. Tel 01224 636632 www.finnies.co.uk December opening hours: Mon/Tues/Wed/Fri/Sat: 9am-5.30pm. Thurs: 9am-8pm Sun: 12noon-5pm