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WHAT’S ON

Diary dates for June

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As the show comes to Chiswick, director Cal McCrystal lifts the lid on Giffords Circus

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FASHION CONFIDENTIAL

This month’s hottest trends and products

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17 H E A LT H & B E AU T Y

30 BEAUTY CONFIDENTIAL Best beauty buys of the month

33 BEHIND BLUE EYES

From azure to indigo, our pick of the trend

Food & Drink

38 KITCHEN CONFIDENTIAL Tasty happenings from the local area

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RESTAURANT REVIEWS

Tonic & Remedy and The Gibson

Floral fancies for summer

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48 ROYAL TREATMENT

Discover perfect luxury at The Ritz-Carlton, Bahrain this June

53 UK GETAWAY

Helen Baron samples the hospitality At The Chapel in Somerset

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GREENHOUSE EFFECT

Bring the outside in with these chic greenhouseinspired pieces

63 MATTHEW WILLIAMSON First fashion, now interiors

PROPERTY

72 PROPERTY NEWS News and views on the area

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Bring the outside in with these chic greenhouseinspired pieces

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80 FAMOUS PLACES

Nigel Lewis discovers the latest celebrity pads to come onto the market

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EDITOR’S letter

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une is my favourite month of the year. I may be a little biased (my birthday falls on the 11th) but there is always real sense of excitement in London as summer begins. Parks become more than thoroughfares, pub gardens are no longer just for smokers and rosé sales skyrocket. To capture a little of this joie de vivre, our fashion shoot this month celebrates flowers with some of the season’s prettiest embellished designs. Turn to page 24 for the Vilshenko number that has stolen my heart (and my self-restraint).

I’ve noticed that Londoners, despite how conscientious they may be abroad, always seem to forgo any form of suncare in the city. To remind us all how important it is to lather on the SPF, we have rounded up the best suncreams on page 30.

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In this issue we are also celebrating another favourite summer staple: the picnic. From Fortnums to Paul’s Bakery, page 38 is all about hampers full of goodies – well, you’ve got to have something to soak up all that Pimms and Aperol.

Our usual excellent fashion, kids’ and interiors pages are interspersed with trips to Bahrain, a fabulous Father’s Day gift guide and our interview with designer Matthew Williamson who discusses his first ever interiors collaboration.

I hope you enjoy the issue (and my favourite month). Ciao! ◆

Catherine Hales Editor

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THE SLEEP SHOW

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4 Ju n e T he Ro u ndho u s e ward-winning writer and performer Rob A Auton has dedicated whole shows to exploring the colour yellow, the sky, faces and water. Now he turns his attention to sleep in a piece sitting on the sheep-frequented fence between comedy, theatre and talk. Uplifting, unusual and urbane, it is described as suitable for anyone who has slept or seen someone sleeping. ◆ Chalk Farm Road, NW1; roundhouse.org.uk

THE SLIDE

T h ro u gh o u t Ju n e Arc el o r M i tta l O rb i t ecords are being broken at The Queen R Elizabeth Olympic Park once more; Carsten Höller has embellished Anish Kapoor’s iconic steel structure with the world’s highest tunnel slide, and at 178m it’s the longest too. Circle the public artwork 12 times before plunging down the 50m straight run back to the ground. Guaranteed adrenaline high. ◆ 3 Thornton Street, E20;

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FORK TO FORK

From 7 June Almeida Thea tre

Ralph Fiennes has made some notable villainous appearances on the big screen. Now he takes to the stage as Shakespeare’s most celebrated and most richly wrought bad guy, Richard III. Meanwhile, Vanessa Redgrave plays out Queen Margaret’s desperate attempts to warn the court of Richard’s machinations. Complex, compelling and cruel: a glorious summer at the Almeida.

Almeida Street, N1; almeida.co.uk

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1 1 Ju n e A RK Fra nk l i n P r i m a r y truly stellar line-up of London A restaurants – including Ottolenghi, The Ledbury and Moro – will serve small plates at the second ever Food to Fork festival.

Brainchild of Masterchef winner and Wahaca founder Thomasina Miers and Caravan founder Laura Harper-Hinton, the festival is raising money to transform the playground into an open air classroom.

The plans include a conservation area with pond and wildflowers as well as a sensory area. ◆ Harvist Road, NW6; franklinforktofork.com

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ARTS & CULTURE / TALKING TOPICS

THE HOUSE FAIR

2 2 - 2 5 Ju n e O ly m p i a L o ndo n ondon’s leading interiors fair L sees 450 brands exhibiting furnishings, gadgets, decor, home accessories and anything else you might need to elevate your home and life within it. Let House & Garden’s room sets inspire your own spaces, seek out gems from independent boutiques or world-renowned designers, and get expert advice on achieving your vision.

If that weren’t enough, tickets also cover the concurrent Spirit of Summer Fair. ◆ Hammersmith Road, W14;

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LOOKING AT PICTURES

From 8 June White chapel G a ll e r y ary Heilmann’s dazzling M abstractions draw on a vibrant palette of backstories. They take colour, line and shape on unexpected journeys and her art explores the tension between the rigours of geometry and the uncertainties of the human and the organic. Using painting, photography, ceramics and music, Looking at Pictures invites the viewer to become immersed in Heilmann’s synaesthetic narratives. ◆ 77-82 Whitechapel High St, E1;

whitechapelgallery.org

The go-to event for those seeking contemporary outdoor style is full of ideas for every kind of outside space, from high-rise balconies to rolling estates. Expert demonstrations will accompany over 100 exhibitors showing art, tools, furniture and rare plants.

GROW Gourmet will keep foodies happy, while GROW Living will inspire lovers of craft and design.

East Heath Road, NW3; growlondon.com

SHOW OF THE MONTH

LA DANCE PROJECT 24 & 2 5 Ju n e S adle r’ s We l l s

enjamin Millepied, former principal dancer at New York City Ballet, Director of Dance at The Paris Opera Ballet, choreographer and star of Black Swan, founded this artistic collective in 2012. Their much-anticipated return to London features a trio of pieces,

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including a world premiere – the final installment of Millepied’s Gems Trilogy – and the UK debut of his Hearts and Arrows, set to the music of Philip Glass. An evening of captivating dance.  Rosebery Avenue, EC1R; sadlerswells.com

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TOP MA N

North Londoner Cal McCrystal, theatre’s funniest director, is prouder of his work with Giffords Circus than of anything else. As the show comes to town, Absolutely meets him Wo r d s P E N D L E H A R T E

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nyone who dreams of running away with the circus is probably dreaming of Giffords.

The romance of the tradition is alive and well at in the big top at this quirky, family-run outfit, whose nomadic troupe in its hand-painted wagons present a show that takes the traditional 19th century aesthetic and reinvents it for the 21st century. Touring the country’s village greens from May until September, its only London stop is at Chiswick House, where a three-week residence is set to sell out fast.

‘Come on down to the whip-crackin’, high-tumblin’, bottle-jugglin’, horsewranglin’, wagon-trundlin’, tent-raisin’, stake-drivin’, boot-stompin’, spur-janglin’, rain dancin’, gold-rushin’, bounty-huntin’, bugle-tootin’, banjo-pluckin’, Hell-raisin’, Thanks-givin’, Giffords Circus show!’ goes the promise.

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It’s a whip-crackin’,

SPUR-JANGLIN’, rain-dancin’, BANJOPLUCKIN’ show ‘It’s hard to define how, but Giffords is very different from other circuses,’ says Cal McCrystal, director of this year's production, The Painted Wagon. Alexander Palace-based McCrystal may be most famous as the man behind acclaimed comedy in One Man Two Guvnors – the show that became the fastest-selling play in the history of theatre, in what became for him a career-defining moment – but he says that Giffords is the job that he feels most at home with, and the one that he gets the most praise for. ‘Even when

I’m at the RSC, in the beautiful Swan Theatre, people talk to me about Giffords.

And when I was asked to talk about an Ayckbourn play with Libby Puves on the radio recently, the discussion quickly led to Giffords. It’s what everyone wants to talk about.’

The show has a very strong comedy thread to it, says McCrystal, which is central to its appeal. ‘The artwork and aesthetic is very traditional but we’re not making a replica of a traditional show; it’s a new version altogether. It’s very meta too, with lots of irony and humour.

It feels warm and small with an air of experimental theatre.’ The theme for 2016 is Western (previous themes have included Greek mythology, Janis Joplin’s 1960s and War and Peace), which is particularly exciting for McCrystal. ‘It’s a world that everyone has familiarity with and we can twist it in our special way.’ In addition to the acclaimed and fundamental horses, performers will

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ARTS & CULTURE / INTERVIEW Nell Gifford photograph Andrew Rees

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WHEN you ask whether IT’S EASIER TO BE creative with too much MONEY OR NOT ENOUGH, you soon realise THAT IT’S EASIER to be creative WITH LESS

include the Ethiopian troupe from last year’s show, back with a new Chinese Pole act (‘one of the hardest circus disciplines,’ says McCrystal) and promised stars of the old west include Miss Nancy TrotterLandry, El Gifford and Tweedy the Clown.

Despite working mostly in theatre, McCrystal says he feels ‘priviliged’ to work in circus, which he loves for its ‘palette’ and because he has a selfconfessed short attention span. ‘You never need to watch something go on and on in the circus,’ he says. For many years, he was involved with the Cirque de Soleil, which in budget terms is at the very other end of the circus scale from Giffords.

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‘The last show I worked on for Cirque had a budget of £66 million – but when you ask whether it’s easier to be creative with too much money or not enough, you soon realize that it’s easier to be creative with less.’ Cirque de Soleil’s epic global productions ‘are so concerned with the packaging that something is lost,’ says McCrystal. ‘I’d love to see them do something more human.’

McCrystal’s comedy style is particularly human, very physical and ‘slightly deconstructed’. He loves ‘having fun with the convention of performance – I want the audience to know that they’re looking at actors playing characters, so that they’re aware of the real person, not just the flashy juggler with his act.’

So he designs all the comedy around the actual people, never in advance. And movement’s important too – he likes a lot of activity. ‘I never have people sitting on the sofa drinking tea.’ Set up by Oxford graduate Nell Gifford and her husband

Toti more than 10 years ago and based in the Cotswolds, Gifford’s has become the circuit’s most stylish and intelligent circus and its annual residence in London attracts what McCrystal calls ‘the Glyndebourne crowd’. ‘Here, people bring picnics,’ he says. ‘Last year, one family brought a table and dining chairs. It was the campest thing I’ve ever seen.’ 

Cal McCrystal

 Giffords Circus is at Chiswick House from 30 June to 18 July; box office 0845 459 7469 giffordscircus.com

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SUNDAY WILL BE

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Park Life

Summer is here and with it our favourite London festival, Field Day in Victoria Park Wo r d a c at h e r i n e h a l e s

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ince its inception in 2007, Field Day has gone on to become a summer staple for Londoners across the board. The pilgrimage is made for many reasons.

The festival’s setting in the lovely Vicky Park has quite a lot to do with it but it is the lineup that really draws the crowds. Where else can you see Patti Smith, Caribou and FKA Twigs in the same place? This year promises to be more of the same with James Blake headlining Saturday’s festivities and Sunday being helmed by exciting, innovative artist PJ Harvey.

The multi award-winning English

musician can always be counted on to entertain and inspire – a perfect example being her sell out project at Somerset House early last year during which she recorded her entire ninth album inside an architectural installation. The structure, a recording studio in the form of an enclosed box, had one-way glazing, displaying PJ Harvey, her band, producers and engineers as a mutating, multidimensional sound sculpture allowing visitors to become voyeurs.

The headliners will be joined by the vibey stylings of Air, UK hip-hop institution Roots Manuva, delightful oddity Adam Green (likely accompanied

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by his coeterie of eccentric performance artist friends) and indie darlings, the Mystery Jets plus many, many more.

In addition to the stellar line-up, visitors will be able to eat and drink to their heart’s content with food vans from Street Feast and Venn Street Market peppering the park alongside London Brewer’s Market and Tim Peaks coffee.

But where to enjoy your delicious meal?

One of the things that makes Field Day so special is the hay bale and bunting strewn Village Mentality, where revellers can enjoy fete-like activities and games all weekend. To celebrate Field Day’s 10th year the 2016 Games will explore the theme of ageing. How, you ask? A Nappywearing Relay Race and some mid life crisis Pogoing are both on the docket as well as Buggy Wars and a Stag and Hen themed Tug of War. All this will act as a warm-up for the ultimate attraction: the eating contest, which this year will encompass ten years of competitive eating at the festival and is sure to be as messy as it is entertaining.

All this combines to make Field Day an essential part of our June calendar.  Field Day 11 - 12 June Victoria Park, E3 fielddayfestivals.com

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> FASHION CONFIDENTIAL

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GEEK CHIC Gucci's pre-fall 2016 campaign reunites fashion photographer Glen Luchford and creative director Alessandro Michele for a whimsical vision of a geek-chic meets flora-and-fauna wonderland.

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ew luxury London fashion house Bonessi Ballerinas has been shortlisted for Best New Business at this year’s Drapers Footwear Awards. Bonessi is the epitome of luxury, dedicated to designing unique footwear unrivalled in style, comfort and quality and is honored to be recognised at this prestigious award.

Bonessi Ballerinas was founded by Alix Bonessi and launched last year; the ballerinas reflect the individuality of the designer, each design named after the team of people who were behind their creation. These shoes go beyond appearances, offering the signature cushioned Bonessi inner sole in each pair.

After years of researching and analysing the anatomy of the foot, Alix and his team created the perfect inner sole that curves around the heel and arches of the feet, making them the ideal office-to-party staple.

The Drapers Footwear Awards is the footwear industry must-attend event for the footwear industry, shining a light on the key movers in the field. Bonessi has been shortlisted in the Best New Business category, sponsored by Gabor. Winners will be announced on 30 June at a glamorous ceremony at the Hilton in Park Lane. u ● Bonessi Ballerinas bonessiballerinas.com

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Clutching Success Nathalie Trad

Accessories designer Nathalie Trad makes sculptural objects d’art that you won’t find anywhere else. Inspired by nature and architecture, the box bags are handmade from natural materials such as mother of pearl. We predict Nathalie’s clutches will be future collector’s pieces, so invest now. nathalietrad.com

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FASHION / NOTES

8 of the best

DESIGNER TO KNOW

WHITE HOT

Johanna Oritz

Everybody's talking about Columbian designer Johanna Oritz, whose trademark Latino silhouettes always accentuate the shoulders and waist.

The SS16 collection boasts bold prints, voluminous ruffles and dramatic flourishes. net-a-porter.com

Clean + minimal is key this summer

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Roomy in size and complete with a separate zipped pouch inside, this Givenchy tote will hold all of your essentials. The geometric monochrome print is a chic update on the classic shopper bag.

Antigona bag, £780; mytheresa.com

SHAKE YOUR POM POMS Aquazurra

Pom Poms are a huge trend this summer. Show off your new pedicure with these Carrie Bradshaw-worthy sandals that will add a fun focal point to any outfit.

Pon Pon 105 raffia sandals £530; brownsfashion.com

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INSIDE OUT Slip dresses

Last seen on Courtney Love circa 1991, the satin slip dress is a major fashion statement this season.

The collections were brimming with boudoir chic with Celinè, Calvin Klein, and Balenciaga all sending girls down the runway in lacy negligees. calvinklein.com

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01. GLOBAL BABE 'Strong' sun hat £70; beachflamingo.com 02. THE ROW Silk-blend palazzo trousers £2,160; farfetch.com 03. RACIL Wool & diamante tuxedo jacket £1,140; avenue32.com 04. ELLERY ‘Cyril’ cotton top £490; brownsfashion.com 05. SATURINO 'Mercury 2' acetate sunglasses £155; saturinoeyewear.com 06. ADIDAS ORIGINALS 'Court Vantage' perforated leather trainers £80; net-a-porter.com 07. GIVENCHY Tweed peplum waistcoat £2,670; farfetch.com 08. HILLIER BARTLEY 'Tasselled Collar Box' ostrich leather bag £1,690; mytheresa.com

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Petal POWER Flourish throughout this summer’s social calendar with the prettiest florals P h o t o g ra p h e r Ja m e s Lu c a s Fa s h i o n Ed i t o r C h a r lot t e A ds e t t

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Embellished tulle gown, ÂŁ275 Needle & Thread at net-a-porter.com 18t gold and diamond cross earrings, ÂŁ1,117 Stone Paris Gold studs and ring earrings from a selection at Dinny Hall Rings from a selection at Alexia Jordan and Annina Vogel Silk flowers by Philippa Craddock

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Silk ‘Tatiana’ maxi dress, £1,450 Vilshenko at net-a-porter.com 18t gold and diamond cross earrings, £1,117 & £797 both Stone Paris Gold studs and ring earrings from a selection at Dinny Hall Rings from a selection at Alexia Jordan and Annina Vogel Silk flowers by Philippa Craddock

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Silk organza dress, £910 Zimmermann 18t gold and diamond cross earrings, £1,117 & £797 both Stone Paris Gold chain bracelet (on left hand), £1,500 Annina Vogel Gold bangle (on right hand) £2,512 Kamushki Rings from a selection at Alexia Jordan and Annina Vogel Silk floral fabric available at Joel & Son Fabrics

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Chiffon maxi dress, £1,200 Zimmermann 18t gold and diamond cross earrings, £1,117 & £797 both Stone Paris Rings from a selection at Alexia Jordan and Annina Vogel Silk flowers by Philippa Craddock

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Devoré-chiffon ‘Alberta’ dress, £1,395 Preen at net-a-porter.com 18t gold and diamond cross earrings, £1,117 & £797 both Stone Paris 14kt gold & diamond ‘Apple Seed’ ear cuff, £,1,190 Bee Goddess Rings from a selection at Alexia Jordan and Annina Vogel Leather & pearl ‘Giulietta’ shoes, £495 Bionda Castana Silk flowers by Philippa Craddock

Fashion editor and shoot producer Charlotte Adsett Photographer James Lucas Model Emily Steel at Storm Make-up Sarah Mierau at Soho Management using YSL Hair Maria Galati, director at Taylor Taylor London using EGO Professional Tools Fashion assisted by Eva-Maria Saunter and Yvette Murrell Shot on location at The Admiral's House at the Old Royal Naval Collage in Greenwich. For wedding and event hire call 020 7392 3998, itavenues.co.uk Many thanks to Philippa Craddock for providing luxury flowers philippacraddock.com and to Joel & Son Fabrics for the couture silk fabric joelandsonfabrics.co.uk both used throughout the shoot.

Stockists: alexiajordanjewellery.com anninavogel.co.uk beegoddess.com biondacastana.com dinnyhall.com net-a-porter.com stoneparis.com zimmermannwear.com

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FASHION / FATHER’S DAY GIFTS OTIS BATTERBEE

ACQUA DI PARMA

Luxury Gift Set, £180; otisbatterbee.com

Colonia Sandalo, £176; harrods.com

EYEVAN

Square-Frame Tortoiseshell Acetate And Metal Sunglasses, £325; mrporter.com

HAIG CLUB

Single grain Scotch Whisky, £45; selfridges.com

MASTER AND DYNAMIC

BARBOUR

Mh40 over-ear headphones, £319.99; selfridges.com

B.Intl Wax Windcheater Jacket, £219; barbour.com

MEN ROCK

The Blade Shunner, £29.95; notonthehighstreet.com

FOR FATHER

BURBERRY PRORSUM Burrow crosshatchleather briefcase, £1,350; matchesfashion.com

ZV²

Day and Night Serum, £72 & £76; fortnumandmason.com

PATEK PHILIPPE

Ref 5170R, Gentleman’s rose Chronograph strap watch £53,320; patek.com

Our pick of the very best gifts to spoil your dad rotten B y C at h e r i n e h a l e s

A.P.C

Bastien Boots,€365; farfetch.com

LEFF AMSTERDAM

Tube steel speaker, £120; matchesfashion.com

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MAKE UP: MOODY BLUES FOR SUMMER

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SUMMER LOVIN’ Known as an advocate of natural beauty, Bobbi Brown’s new summer collection, Beach Nudes, will provide you with all the golden, bronzed and pink shades you need to achieve the perfect sun-kissed glow. bobbibrowncosmetics.com

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EADMASTERS have launched their innovative Colour Theory Consultation service in salons this year. Ten minutes in the chair with your HEADMASTERS Expert Colourist will visually determine your perfect salon colour.

Often whether or not a colour works on you really isn’t reall the difference between blonde, brunette or red – it’s

The tiniest tonal TWEAK CAN MAKE a huge DIFFERENCE the difference between the underlying tones. Sometimes this revelation can be quite a surprise but often the tiniest tonal tweak can make a huge difference to how a colour works with your skin tone and eyes. Using a specially developed colour wheel, cape and some well-collated mood boards, your perfect colour is now within easy reach.

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Ace of Base Shiseido

This oil-free foundation from Shiseido is the answer to all your summer skin dilemmas. Long-lasting and shine resistant, the smart formula provides a natural matte finish with a silky feel and medium, buildable coverage to hide any blemishes or unevenness from the heat. Search their collection of 16 shades for your perfect match now. £32; shiseido.co.uk

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Stockholm-based fragrance house BYREDO has teamed up with Oliver Peoples, purveyors of handcrafted sunglasses and frames, to create a perfume and pair of specs that capture the idea of ’synaesthesia’. Finally, you can match your sunnies to your scent.

Box set £400; byredo.com, oliverpeoples.com

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SHAKE IT UP Laura Mercier

Shed the subtle hues and tasteful nudes of spring and embrace the shocking pinks and brazen bronzes of summer with Laura Mercier’s new Cocktails A Saint Tropez collection.

The Bronzed Butter Face and Body Veil in Gold Lust in particular is a must-have.

From £25; lauramercier.com

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YOU GOJI, GIRL Lancôme

Énergie de Vie, the new collection from Lancôme, is designed to give your skin a dose of vitality. Combining a light, liquid texture with Goji Berry extract and Lemon Balm oil, the range promises a dewy, well-rested complexion – even if you were up past your bed time.

From £28; lancome.co.uk

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GUT FEELING The Beauty Chef

As we all know, true beauty comes from within. Australian brand The Beauty Chef have taken this idea literally and gone on to produce all kinds of potions and powders to aid digestion and create beneficial bacteria in the gut.

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01. CLINIQUE FACE CREAM SPF30, £18; clinique.co.uk • 02. CLARINS SUN WRINKLE CONTROL CREAM FOR FACE HIGH PROTECTION UVB/UVA 30, £20; clarins.co.uk • 03. DERMALOGICA PROTECTION 50 SPORT SPF50, £30.50; liberty.co.uk • 04. SHISEIDO EXPERT SUN AGEING PROTECTION CREAM PLUS SPF50+, £30; harrods.com • 05. LA PRAIRIE CELLULAR SWISS UV PROTECTION VEIL SPF, £125; laprairie.com • 06. LA ROCHE-POSAY ANTHELIOS XL SPF50+ ULTRA LIGHT FLUID, £16.50; escentual.com • 07. LAVERA ORGANIC SUN SPRAY SPF20, £13.94; pravera.co.uk • 08. HAWAIIAN TROPIC SILK HYDRATION AIR SOFT SPF30, £18; hawaiiantropicshop.co.uk

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Whistles x Move Your Frame

“If you’ve been bad, we’ll make you feel good...” is Queens Park fitness studio Frame’s motto.

Helping them with their mission is fashion brand Whistles, whose second activewear collaboration is out now. whistles.com

DAKOTA DITCHEVA Meeting the 17 year-old Muay Thai champ

How did you first get into Muay Thai?

My mum was a champion combat sports woman. I inherited my love of fighting from her. My first Muay Thai fight was when I was four.

What’s your greatest achievement so far?

I’m really proud of winning the Most Outstanding Junior Female award at the 2015 World Championships; it’s an award nobody in the country has ever won before. But I like to think my best fights are still ahead of me.

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What do you do to physically and mentally prepare for a fight?

Train hard. The fitter you get, the more confident you become. Soon you begin visualising how you’re going to win the upcoming match. Right before the fight I just try to relax. It’s best not to overthink things as it saps the energy you need in the ring.

What kind of diet do you follow and what's your go-to post workout meal?

When I am training, I stick to a really balanced lifestyle with lots of protein.

As a fight draws closer, I cut out carbs and increase my fat intake to fuel my workouts. Afterwards I need Krispy Kreme doughnuts.

Who is your biggest fitness inspiration?

I look up to UFC champion Ronda Rousey but my biggest inspiration is my mum. She knows what it takes to be a champion and I trust her. Fitness models on Instagram have changed the industry; now you can be glamorous and sporty. ◆ 15 Worship Street, EC2A; fightcitygym.co.uk

DE-STRESS SCENT Neom Organics

y 2020, the top four diseases will be stress-related. To help, Neom have created a new range of therapeutic fragrances and candles that’ll calm you down with notes of lavender, jasmine and Brazilian rosewood.  neomorganics.com B

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TIS THE SEASON Islington eatery Galley is celebrating the warmer weather with a change of menu.

Expect bouillabase, lobster linguine and pan-roasted Cornish cod. As for us? We’ve got our eye on the burrata with sautéed wild mushrooms, chilli and aged sherry vinegar [pictured].

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The Banquet, £275; fortnumandmason.com

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Recipease may be no more but that's not to say that Jamie Oliver isn't offering cookery classes any more. The new Jamie Oliver Cookery School has just opened in Westfield's Jamie's Italian but classes aren't restricted to Italian cuisine and include sessions on Mexican street food, North Indian thali, Thai curry and more. jamieolivercookeryschool.com

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OUT OF AFRICA The Savannah

If you like your food ethical and sustainable, we may have found your new favourite spot; The Savannah is a fusion restaurant featuring European classis melded with African and Asian cuisine all responsibly sourced and with ecofriendly design in mind.

81-103 Euston Street, NW1; thesavannah.co.uk

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AL FRESCO Taste of L ondon

From 15th - 19th, the world’s greatest restaurant festival will return once more to Regent’s Park. Whether you go to eat, learn or buy, there will be something for everyone with food and drink from the likes of Bruno Loubet, Theo Randall and Robin Gill as well as offerings from London’s best restaurants.

Regent’s Park, NW1; london.tastefestivals.com

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METHOD

Add plum, fig, ground black pepper and balsamic vinegar in to a Boston glass and muddle. Add all other ingredients with cubed ice and shake until frosted, taste and adjust.

Single strain into a rocks glass with cubed ice, garnish and serve.

BELLA ITALIA Enoteca da Luca

FIZZ

The latest addition to Old Street’s restaurant scene, Enoteca da Luca promises to bring intimate Italian dining to the East End, following their success in Mayfair and the City. Expect innovative twists on Italian classics and top quality ingredients.

The Bower, 207C Old Street EC1V; enotecadaluca.co.uk

of the Month

escribed as the perfect champagne for spring thanks to its fresh taste, seductive aromas and minerality, BillecartSalmon's Extra Brut NV pairs well with seafood and anything citrussy.

This is the family-run champagne house's first bottle to have no sugar added to the dosage and it's a winning composition with great golden colour and lovely soft yet energetic bubbles. ◆ D

BEST OF BOTH Trufflesecco

Prosecco and truffles; on their own, perfectly nice but together? You’ve got yourself a party. Trufflesecco in Camden is the city’s first eatery dedicated to these decadent Italian exports and features a carefully curated, truffle-infused menu and prosecco-centered cocktail list.

11 Camden High Street, NW1; trufflesecco.com

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THE GIBSON Come for gourmet cocktails, stay for behind-bar theatrics Wo r d s e l i z a b e t h h u t t o n

ant to be impressed? Head to The Gibson in Clerkenwell. Here everything, from the menu to the mixology, is done with a serious flourish. Owned by Nightjar's former bar manager, Marian Beke, this place pushes the boundaries of mixology as much - if not more than - its cousin, but with an added extra: theatrics.

Watching the barmen work is a lot like watching a magic show and bloody brilliant.

Spoilt for choice, we struggled to order our first drink so our server recommended the bar's namesake, The Gibson; a Tanqueray gin, Mancino secco and pickled onion martini.

Arriving in an ice-cold metal martini glass, the three ingredient cocktail sounds simple enough but is in fact a seriously strong mix of sweet and sour flavours. A refreshingly crisp starter.

From this, we moved onto the Electric Earl and the Tiger Balm. The former is a gin based, Earl Grey liqueur, grapefruit, lime and grass cordial concoction that comes garnished with a Sichuan button. This tiny little flower electrocutes your tongue and numbs your entire mouth, the finish, however, is surprisingly clean. The Tiger Balm on the other hand is a mix of tequila, chilli, lime, grapefruit and fresh spices. With turmeric, date and tamarin chutney and lemon balm it's another brilliant drink. Promising to take you on an adventure like no other, this is the bar you need to visit. 

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tepping into Tonic & Remedy, I immediately feel right at home. The staff are friendly and familiar and the decor is light and engaging. Located in the M by Montcalm Hotel on City Road, the small, orange neon sign in the window indicates the restaurant and bar within. My friend and I are lead upstairs to the dining area and are placed in the fabulous care of Olivier, the breakfast and lunch manager.

Despite visiting for lunch, we are (far too easily) cajoled into having a few cocktails; I am treated to the Jamming, a concoction of Beefeater Gin, pomegranate and basil jam, mint and black pepper extract. It even comes with its own caramelised spoon which I munch on while perusing the menu.

We decide to try something from every section; the risotto balls are crispy on the outside and pure, gooey indulgence on the inside and the haloumi and honey is sweet and rich. Next up is the crispy pig crunch with Yorkshire rhubarb. This is as good as it

sounds: flaky, tender pork encased in golden breadcrumbs, punctuated by the piquant rhubarb purée.

Despite being tempted by the liver, mash and crispy bacon option, I choose the fillet steak for my main which comes accompanied by thick cut chips and a large Portobelo mushroom. The meat is flavorful, if a touch overcooked for my tastes (I prefer my steak blue) and the chips are fluffy and crunchy in equal measure. We order a side of greens in a lacklustre nod to healthy eating and I am soon wolfing down the perfectly cooked tenderstem broccoli with gusto.

The hearty French red, chosen by Olivier, is going down far too easily and somehow we manage a pudding each. For me, this is the meal’s standout: my deconstructed passion fruit cheesecake is a decadent medley of zesty sorbet, crumbly biscuit and rich cream cheese. A new favorite lunch spot found. TO N I C & R E M E DY 151 - 157 City Road, EC1Y tonicandremedy.co.uk

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THE GIBSON 44 Old Street, EC1; thegibsonbar.london

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TOTES AMAZE Darling Clementine This is one tote you’ll want to tout about. Sporting a sweet cat-andhat design by the clever folk at Darling Clementine, it’s most definitely on our summer wishlist. £10; ifeelsmug.com

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This might just be the world’s hippest children’s shoe label, founded by a husband-and-wife duo who count Kanye West among their creative collaborators. We’re after these Evil Eye hi-tops for the summer season. £58; alexandalexa.com

Seewee Silver (mini version of the Surfer) Salt-water Sandals, £38; salt-watersandals.co.uk

SCANDI COOL

HIGH LIFE

is Mini Rodini. Cassandra Rhodin’s hand-drawn illustrations have become synonymous with the stripped-back Scandi aesthetic that’s so of-the-moment; the brand’s SS16 collection features cartoon mice, unicorns and dots aplenty. minirodini.com

inspired SUPAflat high chair is the most lightweight and compact high chair ever invented – perfect for hanging on a wall hook. It has an integrated tray and we love it in the natural wood and white colourway. €199; en.smallable.com

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Moulded for Baby’s growing feet with built-in arch support, the ace in the Salt-water sleeve is that these sandals can get wet – in fact, getting wet is good for them and allows them to mould to the shape of the foot, so littles have the allclear to splash around. 

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DESERT BLOOM Retreat and recuperate amidst the undeniable luxury of The Ritz-Carlton, Bahrain resort. Sherif Shaltout disocvers more on page 48...

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n stepping inside our luxury villa it is impossible not to let a sense of serenity and peace wash over me. As it turns out, this is exactly what The Ritz-Carlton, Bahrain is all about. Located a mere 11 km from the airport, the hotel consists of a 245-room resort located on 20 acres of private beachfront encircling a beautiful lagoon of deepest blue.

Of the nearly 250 rooms on offer, 31 are suites and 42 are Club Level rooms but the real jewels in The Ritz-Carlton, Bahrain’s crown are the 23 stunning seafront villas.

These each boast three bedrooms, a private pool, beach access and a 24-hour butler service ready to cater to your every whim. The interiors are inspired by ‘60s architecture, with vibrant colours, wood panelling and exposed beams. There is also a generous dollop of South American and Mediterranean influence which melds together to create a uniquely engaging environment. Although inspired by ‘60s cool, there is nothing old fashioned about the facilities; the entire villa is kitted out

with state-of-the art amenities designed to make a guest’s stay as relaxing as possible.

Their only drawback? You may never want to leave.

After wandering around for a good fifteen minutes, fiddling with airconditioning settings and leaping onto one of the softest beds I have ever encountered, I finally turn my attention to the view. From some parts of the resort, guests can see the Arabian Gulf; from our villa we are treated to a fabulous, unrestricted view of picturesque Manama Bay. The most striking characteristic of the villas, however is their tranquillity.

Nestled amidst the lush greenery of the gardens, they feel secluded without being isolated and offer the perfect antidote to the hustle and bustle of modern life. I am also struck by the blend of sophisticated elegance and laid-back, beachy vibes in the design.

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waters of the lagoon at any time is a luxury that cannot be overstated and one that is valued highly by visitors to The Ritz-Carlton, Bahrain. When I am finally able to tear myself away from the villa, I start to explore the resort. Aside from the lovely decor and the many restaurants (which I will expand on later), I am drawn to The Ritz-Carlton Spa. A reason to stay all on its own, the spa is a haven offering relaxing treatments and signature products to leave guests refreshed and restored. I am particularly impressed by the thalassotherapy pool, a large, warm, mineral-rich pool with hydrotherapy jets to ease away aches and pains, allowing visitors to emerge revitalised and oh-sorelaxed. There is also the usual spa offering of massages and beauty treatments but all with that specific Ritz-Carlton finish that seems to add a sheen of luxury and of going the extra mile. For anyone wishing to exert a little energy, there is a fully stocked gym and also beachfront tennis courts and an air-conditioned indoor squash court. I am even able to indulge in a little retail therapy in the shopping arcade as I wander.

Having worked up an appetite, I have a serious decision to make; The Ritz-Carlton, Bahrain has a veritable smorgasbord of restaurants and bars on offer and all sound irresistible. La Med lays on a fabulously lavish buffet, while The Gourmet Lounge specialises in Old World classics with decor inspired by La Belle Epoque - a truly regal dining experience. If you’re looking for something a little more exotic then Nirvana is for you; Executive Chef Mahipal Singh creates tantalising dishes complemented by the rich, sultry decor all set to the live music of the ‘Santoor’. Primavera serves up excellent Italian while Plums is the place

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to go for a really good steak. Lighter bites are available from La Plage, the resort’s poolside restaurant (perfect for a lazy lunch with plenty of wine) and from Thai Lounge.

A quintessential afternoon tea can be had at The Lobby Lounge but my personal favourite is the Burlington Club. where guests can stop for a cocktail and a fine Cuban cigar before or after dinner.

Another aspect of the hotel that makes it a destination for travellers is the Club Level. This is designed to create the feeling of a ‘hotel within a hotel’, to extend an extra level of exclusivity, comfort and personalized service. It is located on two dedicated floors to ensure privacy and offers a separate lounge area with complimentary food and drink throughout the day.

It is a wrench to leave at the end of my stay as weeks could be spent here without ever needing (or wanting) to venture out of the resort. The amenable staff, glorious design and excellent facilities without a doubt put The Ritz-Carlton, Bahrain among the leading luxury hotels in the world. 

¢ The Ritz-Carlton, Bahrain The villa rate starts at GBP 2112 per night excluding taxes. The villa has three bedrooms and can accommodate up to 6 guests. ritz-carlton.com

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t the Chapel has one of those stories. Founders Catherine and Ahmed stumbled upon the building by chance during a trip to the tiny Somerset village of Bruton. They were looking for a new home in the country; what they found was a derelict Methodist chapel in need of a great deal of TLC. They transformed the crumbling nook into a marvellous modern residence.

Years later, they decided to turn their visionary home into a hotel – so now the building boasts an on-site bakery and restaurant as well as eight exceptionally lovely rooms. 

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ree wi-fi, great cocktails, comfortable chairs and a generally relaxed atmosphere reign within the hotel’s Clubroom, which vies with the sundappled terrace as the premier spot for a little countryside r and r. And there’s free parking too, in an enclosed spot a short walk from the main building. 

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h, Bruton! What a wonderful surprise this little village is to the first-time visitor: cute enough to decorate a tourist’s teapot and surrounded by rolling fields, yet still amply blessed with cosmopolitan delights. Not least the world-class Hauser & Wirth gallery of contemporary art, a brisk tramp across the fields, and trend-leading design boutique Caro (carosomerset.com), five minutes from the hotel. 

THE DAMAGE Rooms start at £125 per night.

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DEFYING GRAVITY Since 1880, Pouenat have been making functional artwork out of iron. Their latest collection sees designer Damien LangloisMeurinne play with balance to create heavy metal pieces that appear to defy gravity. pouenat.fr

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YONDER

Sahara Pots; from £32 yonderliving.com

ROCKETT ST GEORGE

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INSIDE OUT

Natuzzi Italia Stylish and customisable, Natuzzi Italia’s modular Kubika Storage Range is designed with precision and style in mind. The spacious proportions, clean lines and innovative finishes, make the most of any space. Undoubtedly one of the coolest TV stands on the market right now. natuzzi.co.uk

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HOT SEATS Primrose Hill local Matthew Williamson’s flamboyant fashion translates to interiors in a new collaboration with Duresta Interview Pendle Harte

PENDLE HARTE: You have worked with interiors before, collaborating with The Rug Company and Osborne and Little, but this is your first foray into furniture.

Where did you look for inspiration?

MATTHEW WILIAMSON: The collection came to life mostly by looking at pieces of my own, bought mostly from antique markets or dealers over the years and which I’ve adapted or updated myself. I also collect pictures and samples of anything that catches my eye, so it was a fun process to build a collection which came from my personal favourite pieces.

fashion and interiors industries that I see a real crossover in my work. I imagine that a woman who buys one of my dresses also wants a fabulous sofa or wallpaper and it’s this 360 degree lifestyle approach that I love most.

PH: How would you describe your own home? What are your favourite things and where do they come from?

MW: I’m lucky with my home as it has good bones. It’s a Victorian townhouse and the rooms are large with high ceilings and great original details so really my job was just to dress it and make it personal to me.

I love the lounge most of all. It’s a large lozenge shape with an old wooden barrel door, original parquet floors and big bay windows overlooking the garden. This room is quite neutral but the furniture and items I’ve collected over the years add colour and character and tell a personal story. It’s changing all the time. I love moving things around

I’M NOT about glitz. MY MOST

treasured items ARE inexpensive, SENTIMENTAL PIECES

PH: Your style has always involved colour and print.

How do fashion colours and prints translate into furniture?

MW: My passion is for colour, patterns, textiles, travel, culture and exotic elements. I love bringing my DNA to whatever product I’m working on. While fashion has been my main career focus, there is such a huge overlap between the

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HOMES & INTERIORS / PROFILE I prefer

to MAKE SOMETHING poor look RICH regularly to keep it fresh. It’s easier than you sometimes think to make your space evolve, and adding a few small touches here and there can help to update your look. Flowers, candles, cushions, book piles and pictures are easy ways to add areas of interest. A bit like my clothes, I prefer to make something poor look rich. I think that comes from my work ethic and from my parents. I’m not about glitz. My most treasured items are inexpensive, sentimental pieces: a necklace with charms picked up on my travels and a bowl of rocks collected from the beach.

PH: How did the collaboration with Duresta come about?

MW: Duresta is a brilliant brand based in the UK, making all its furniture by hand. I’m drawn to brands which value craftsmanship and quality and they certainly do that. Making my first line of furniture with them has been a passion project which I’ve loved. It’s been a real journey to see these pieces come to life over the past year and I’m thrilled with the results as they really reflect my brand’s DNA. Now, the difficult thing for me is to edit which pieces I want to have in my own home.

PH: What did you learn from it?

MW: I learnt so much. It’s always fascinating to step out of your comfort zone and pick up new skills and work on different projects. I totally underestimated the time, patience and craftsmanship of each and every piece until I visited the Duresta factory in Long Eaton and saw for myself what a labour of love the entire process is.

PH: Who are your favourite designers, both fashion and interiors?

MW: My favourite designers are Ossie Clarke, Zandra Rhodes, Christian Lacroix and Dries Van Noten.

PH: What will your next fashion collection look like?

MW: The next fashion collection will drop on my website in May. It’s a fresh collection of separates for the ‘see now, buy now, wear now’ consumer. We have built a new fashion and lifestyle platform with products available on our site.

PH: Are any other interior projects or collaborations in the pipeline?

MW: I’ve just launched a collection of stationery and am soon to launch sportswear in May, followed by a designer colouring book by the end of the year and I then have my eye on childrenswear and china.  Matthew Williamson for Duresta is available at Harrods

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KERBELA STREET E2

ÂŁ585,000

n impressive two bedroom share of freehold apartment within a gated development just behind the Brick Lane. The development boasts communal gardens and allocated parking. The property comprises entrance hall, storage cupboard, wet room, and an open plan kitchen/living room.

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Tudor Road, E9

£1,150,000 Freehold

Victorian terraced property | Two bedrooms | Garden | Off-street parking | EPC E

Mount Pleasant Hill, E5

£750 per week*

Factory conversion | One bedroom | Two receptions | Off-street parking | Roof terrace Victoria Park 020 3222 5555 victoriapark@currell.com *Tenancy fees apply. For more information visit www.currell.com/info/fees

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Brougham Road, E8

£1,200,000 Freehold

Flat fronted semi-detached property | Three bedrooms | Garden | Popular location | EPC F

City Mills, E8

£585,000 Leasehold

Second floor | Two bedrooms | Balcony | Modern interiors | Proximity to Regent’s Canal | EPC B Hackney 020 7241 4111 hackney@currell.com

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Eleanor Road, E8

020 7254 7554

£1,250,000 Lansdowne Drive, E8

A three-storey end-of-terrace Victorian house located on a sought-after residential street just steps away from London Fields. Comprising a bright, spacious open-plan reception/kitchen/diner, a 40ft landscaped garden and three double bedrooms.

A two/three bedroom end-of-terrace house located in London Fields.

Offering a spacious open-plan reception/kitchen/diner which leads to an impressively landscaped 65ft garden. Ready to move into the property includes a wealth of period features.

Freehold

King Edward's Road, E9

Freehold

£400 PW* London Wharf, E2

A warehouse conversion located just moment from London Fields with its lido and Broadway Market with its plethora of cafes, bars and restaurants..

The property consists of a lovely recently installed kitchen, open plan living with mezzanine bedroom, newly fitted bathroom with shower over bath.

Part Furnished

£1,200,000

£460 PW*

A fantastic opportunity to rent a two bedroom apartment in this desirable warehouse conversion. The property comprises of a large lounge which over looks the canal, separate kitchen, shower room, two double bedrooms one with ensuite bathroom.

PArt Furnished

*Additional fees payable at the start of the tenancy - £120 inc vat admin fee per property and £60 inc vat reference fee per person. A check out fee is payable at the end of the tenancy, price varies on property size.

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Blurton Road, E5

020 8986 2743

£675,000 Rushmore Road, E5

BlakeStanley are pleased to offer this three bedroom maisonette set over the top floors of this end of terraced Victorian conversion. The property is presented in good decorative order offering a good size reception, fitted kitchen and plenty of storage.

Set on the top floor of this period conversion BlakeStanley take the pleasure in offering to the market this well-decorated two bedroom flat.

The property boasts a south facing reception, including a fitted kitchen, making this open plan living space bathed in natural light.

Leasehold

Blurton Road, E5

£775 PW*

This charming four double bedroom family house located on Blurton Road.

This property consist a bright and spacious double reception room, modern fitted Kitchen, dining room, four double bedrooms, family bathroom with walk-in shower and a private south facing garden.

Furnished

£485,000

Share of Freehold

Almack Road, E5

£350 PW*

A spacious two rent on this quiet street very close to the array of shops and cafes of Lower Clapton Road and Chatsworth Road with its Sunday market.

The property is on the ground floor and has a large lounge, separate kitchen, two double bedrooms and a bathroom with shower over bath.

Unfurnished

*Additional fees payable at the start of the tenancy - £120 inc vat admin fee per property and £60 inc vat reference fee per person. A check out fee is payable at the end of the tenancy, price varies on property size.

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East London is saturated with historical properties. I sold a converted pub on Boundary Street; it was known to be the plotting ground for the Great Train Robbery firm. I’ve also sold a property in Whitechapel, marking out the place that Jack the Rippers first victim was taken.

I SOLD A CONVERTED PUB ON BOUNDARY STREET; IT WAS KNOWN TO BE THE PLOTTING GROUND FOR THE GREAT TRAIN ROBBERY FIRM

I never thought I would see an ex-local property exceeding more than an estate with title in Scotland.

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£775,000 his is a fantastic two bed apartment on the top floor of Abraham House. The property is part of Dalston Square, a modern East London development. The apartment is in excellent

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fantastic opportunity to purchase this attractive period conversion occupying the top floor of an impressive Victorian house. The property benefits from a large bright and airy kitchen/reception room, as well as two spacious double bedrooms with ample storage throughout.

Further benefits include access to a well maintained communal garden and it's location. It is within easy reach of Hackney's popular Mare Street, offering fantastic transport links and countless amenities. ◆

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Q&A WHAT HAVE YOU LEARNT RECENTLY ABOUT THE LOCAL MARKET? Buyers are widening their search; rather than focusing on the core Hackney areas of London Fields, Dalston and Haggerston, we have more buyers looking further east.

WHERE ARE YOU SEEING THE HIGHEST PRICE RISES AT THE MOMENT? The highest price rises are currently around London Fields amongst the freehold market. We recently sold a beautiful house for just over £100,000 above its guide price reflecting the desire from buyers who want to live on one of the area’s most desirable streets.

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£825,000 his quintessentially Shoreditch flat is ideally located within the desirable Boundary estate.

Found on the ground floor of this Grade II listed building and presented beautifully, the property offers three double bedrooms, a very generous light and airy reception room, a large kitchen and a recently re-fitted bathroom. ◆

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WHERE SHOULD I INVEST? In terms of investing, buying around Kingsland Basin is always a good option as it is situated right next to Haggerston overground as well as being well located to the city. This also means it is in constant demand from tenants, so property in the area will always be easily let out. ◆

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Robert Lear SALES MANAG ER

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REBECCA NOONAN

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have always had a passion for property having lived amongst beautiful oast houses, barn conversions and your classic two up two down cottages in rural Kent. This gave me the best of both worlds when it came to special places to live, and it led me to consider a property career. Stepping into a Kent estate agency felt a natural choice Ω starting out as a Sales Negotiator, after 12 months I was promoted and within two years I was Branch Manager.

The opportunity then came to work in the 'big smoke'. I managed an estate agency in the City specialising in a range of properties including many offplan homes. I soon came to love the hustle and bustle of city life, gaining valuable knowledge of the London market.

I'm now proud to say I am the Sales Manager for Atkinson McLeod's head office in Canary Wharf. We have five offices across London – two close by in the City and Hackney, plus offices in Kennington and Balham. I love and know London’s east

Canary Wharf is so much more than just a business hub

end really well having worked in Aldgate, lived in Limehouse and now working in the Wharf.

Canary Wharf is so much more than just a business hub. Here you will find some of the capital’s finest dining establishments, extensive shopping facilities and now a very fashionable residential scene.Many of the area’s residents enjoy living here because of the short commute combined with fantastic links to the wider reaches of east London’s thriving arts scene.

The housing market in this area is extremely buoyant with people wanting to live by the water or on one of the fine London squares whilst still being close to the action in the City. We have seen a significant increase

in sales activity over the last quarter by some 25% compared with last year. This high demand is from first time buyers, investors and family's making the step up the property ladder.

This increase in residential sales may partially be attributed to stamp duty changes for Buy to Let investors who were keen to buy before the new stamp duty legislation came into force in April.

The east end is so diverse these days – anything goes: from local wine bars, boutique shops, traditional pubs and Westfield shopping centre, to the modern Olympic village and an array of beautiful restaurants – all attracting new residents to the area. Those new residents include myself and my partner Cliodhna, we love it here!

And any Lord of the Rings fans out there? You may be surprised to know that Sir Ian McKellen is the landlord of 'The Grapes' in Narrow Street, Limehouse. I have met Sir Ian in there many times and he even hosts the quiz on Monday nights. ◆

CANARY WHARF / 020 7001 9670 / atkinsonmcleod.com

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MORTIMER ROAD, ISLINGTON, N1 £1,000,000 LEASEHOLD his e ceptional flat has been recently refurbished to the highest of standards and offers a contemporary style mi ed with period charm. three bedrooms | two bathrooms | period

HERTFORD ROAD, ISLINGTON, N1

£875,000 LEASEHOLD

A modern three bedroom apartment in the sought-after gated development of Hertford Wharf which overlooks the Kingsland Basin in De Beauvoir. three bedrooms | two bathrooms | balcony

ISLINGTON | 020 7354 2480 | islington@winkworth.co.uk HIGHBURY | 020 7989 7000 | highbury@winkworth.co.uk

SHOREDITCH | 020 7749 7650 | shoreditch@winkworth.co.uk winkworth.co.uk

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SOUTHGATE ROAD, ISLINGTON, N1

£1,100 PER WEEK

n iably located in a trendy area of slington, is this stunning two bedroom penthouse apartment set close to egents anal and osemary ardens. two bedrooms | three bathrooms | penthouse

BREEZERS COURT, THE HIGHWAY, E1W £515 PER WEEK Fashionably located near St Katharine Docks, this two bedroom flat enjoys a generous interior with open-plan entertaining space with new fitted kitchen and large island/breakfast bar. two bedrooms | two bathrooms | period

ISLINGTON | 020 7354 2480 | islington@winkworth.co.uk HIGHBURY | 020 7989 7000 | highbury@winkworth.co.uk

SHOREDITCH | 020 7749 7650 | shoreditch@winkworth.co.uk winkworth.co.uk

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Roof escapes...

A three bedroom London sancturary that is nestled neatly between Aldgate and Whitechapel, spread over three floors this property offers period living with a contempary feel, located perfectly for the City and would be ideal for professional sharers. ÂŁ650 per week.

020 7871 9599

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NEW SHOW DUPLEX APARTMENT LAUNCHING 26TH MAY VIEW FROM 4TH FLOOR

• Stone and glass fronted contemporary six storey building.

• Minutes walk to the booming technological hub of Shoreditch or The City’s financial centre.

• 10 minute walking distance from Old Street Station.

• High-end interior specification.

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£690,000 £840,000 £875,000 £1,450,000

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