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he Ritz keeps the magic of Christmas dreams alive with spectacular celebrations and events during the festive season. With delicious Christmas traditional fare and great entertainment, you can relax and enjoy this festive season with your family…in luxury. Having spent the last ten years together as 2CELLOS, releasing six studio albums, amassing billions of streams, performing at iconic venues across the globe and selling nearly 1 million tickets to their electric live performances, the duo of Luka Šulić and HAUSER today announce the next leg of their world tour and reveal that 2022 will be the last tour together as 2CELLOS. London is a magical place to be at Christmas. With twinkling light and trees set to the backdrop of some of London’s most iconic locations, a trip to an ice rink is a must for a truly festive experience for the whole family. Read about our picks of the best – they are only open for a limited time so get your skates on before it’s too late!

Claridge’s, London’s legendary Mayfair hotel, has announced that this year its much-anticipated Christmas Tree is designed by Kim Jones, Artistic Director of the Dior men’s collections. Named The Celestial Snow Globe, this outstanding creation is a magnificent take on the classic winter decoration, subtly mixing Holographic projections with a white Toile – recalling the emblematic haute couture Ateliers’ Toile – to produce a poetic interplay of transparency, in which Kim Jones pays tribute to the Dior savoir faire. In another homage to the House’s heritage, the Christmas baubles that seem to float in orbit around the tree recall iconic Dior emblems. Perched atop the tree, Kim Jones’ faithful canine companion, Cookie, delicately hugs Monsieur Dior’s lucky star.

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Enjoy a spectacular four-course dinner and then take to the dance floor where you can dance the night away to a live band with fabulous professional dancers, who will take you back in time through a variety of iconic dances, from the fast-paced Charleston to a show-stopping Fred Astaire inspired Tap dance. During the festive period, occasionally there will be alternative live entertainment and on these occasions, there will be no professional dancers. During the Christmas season, ‘Live at The Ritz’ dinner dance takes place every Wednesday to Saturday evening from Friday 26th November until Thursday 30th December 2021 (excluding Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and Boxing Day). Festive Wednesday and Thursday Live at The

Ritz is from £125 per person with Friday and Saturday from £135 per person. The à la carte is available with a £40 per person, entertainment supplement. From £125. Email enquiry: dining@theritzlondon.com

CHRISTMAS AFTERNOON TEA The perfect way to celebrate Indulge in a slice of the finest British tradition and enjoy Afternoon Tea at The Ritz London. During the Christmas season, traditional Afternoon Tea at The Ritz will be given a festive twist. You can enjoy a choice of 18 different types of loose-leaf tea, servings of exquisitely presented finger sandwiches, delicious pastries, mince pies, mouth-watering Christmas cakes and freshly baked scones with Cornish clotted cream and strawberry preserve whilst listening to the glorious sounds of The Ritz choir. The Palm Court will be transformed into an Edwardian winter wonderland with a beautiful lavishly decorated Christmas tree in the centre.

perfect romantic and luxurious break for two or a magical family experience, you will truly receive a wonderfully warm welcome and a breath-taking seasonal atmosphere. Enjoy outstanding accommodation in one of our elegant guest rooms or suites and benefit from complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the hotel. With so many festive activities at The Ritz, you will have the most wonderful time, with memories that will last a lifetime. December room rates start from £608 for a Superior King based on two people sharing and inclusive of all Value Added Tax. From £608. Email enquiry: reservations@theritzlondon.com

“The Palm Court will be transformed into an Edwardian winter wonderland with a beautiful lavishly decorated Christmas tree in the centre” The Ritz prides itself on delivering the highest of service standards therefore, maintaining their traditional values and do not include a discretionary service charge on your final account. Celebrate the Festive Season in luxury and elegance - an unforgettable experience, that you will reminisce on for a lifetime. The Ritz London, 150 Piccadilly, London, W1J 9BR. For more details visit theritzlondon.com

FATHER CHRISTMAS AT THE RITZ Each adult will receive a glass of Ritz Champagne and each child a Ritz teddy bear (excluding Christmas Day). On Christmas Day, Father Christmas will make a special visit to The Ritz, with presents for all the lucky children at 11.30am, 1.30pm, 3.30pm and 5.30pm sittings. From £85. Email enquiry: dining@theritzlondon.com

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aving spent the last ten years together as 2CELLOS, releasing six studio albums, amassing billions of streams, performing at iconic venues across the globe and selling nearly 1 million tickets to their electric live performances, the duo of Luka Šulić and HAUSER today announce the next leg of their world tour and reveal that 2022 will be the last tour together as 2CELLOS. The pair says: This tour is the culmination of everything we have achieved as the 2CELLOS. These will be our biggest shows, playing to some of the biggest audiences. We have climbed the mountain together and we have reached the peak of what we can do together. We’ll put everything we have learnt from playing together into these dates. They will be intense, they will rock, they will be touching, they will be emotional. We are going to throw everything at them - and then we can rest the 2CELLOS. Are you ready to celebrate with us?!” About 2CELLOS 2CELLOS is the eclectic, international sensation comprised of two classically trained cellists who reached video viral fame on YouTube from their

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2011 rendition of Michael Jackson’s “Smooth Criminal.” The pair, Luka Šulić and HAUSER, have since created a name for themselves with their electric and dynamic playing style. Together, 2CELLOS have amassed a staggering 1.3 billion YouTube views, 5.5 million YouTube subscribers, 1 billion streams, and have sold nearly 1 million tickets. 2CELLOS have taken the cello to unimagined heights as their signature style breaks down the boundaries between genres of music, from classical and film music, to pop and rock. Known for their electric live performances, 2CELLOS have sold out shows across the globe at historic venues including New York City’s Radio City Music Hall, London’s Royal Albert Hall and the Sydney Opera House. The duo has performed alongside musical greats Steven Tyler, Andrea Bocelli, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Queens of the Stone Age and George Michael, to name a few, and was hand-picked by Sir Elton John to perform both as an opener as well as part of the iconic singer’s live band. 2CELLOS are celebrating their 10th anniversary this year, and are working hard to continue reaching new stratospheres.

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GET YOUR SKATES ON THIS CHRISTMAS! London’s Coolest Ice Rinks

London is a magical place to be at Christmas. With twinkling lights and trees set to the backdrop of some of London’s most iconic locations, a trip to an ice rink is a must for a truly festive experience for the whole family. Here’s our pick of the best – they are only open for a limited time so get your skates on before it’s too late!

ICE RINK CANARY WHARF Open until 22 February 2022 except Christmas Day) Set to the backdrop of Canary Wharf ’s twinkling towers and enchanting greenery, the 200-square-metre outdoor covered ice rink is a must. Skate aids can be hired for little ones to help them find their feet on the ice hire on a first come, first served basis on the day. Individual ice skating lessons should be available from December with their dedicated NISA qualified coaches. The Off Piste Bar brings the best of the world’s luxury ski resorts to the heart of financial district. With a variety of drinks on offer to cater to all tastes, as well as heaters for those chilly winter evenings, this is the perfect place to warm up or cool down after your session on the ice. icerinkcanarywharf.co.uk

SKATE AT SOMERSET HOUSE Open until 16 January 2022 (except Christmas Day) Hailed as one of the capital’s favourite winter experiences with unrivalled skating, groundbreaking music, seasonal shopping and delicious food and drink. The stunning courtyard is the backdrop to a beautiful ice rink and dazzling 40ft Christmas tree. For beginners, Skate School returns with new professional coaching sessions with National Ice Skating Association (NISA) instructors. Stabilisers are offered to children as part of entry on a first come, first serve basis. An array of special events and activities are available for all ages to enjoy and visitors can browse an exclusive pop-up store from Hotel Chocolat where a range of luxury chocolate gifting is available for those in search of an indulgent gift, or simply a treat for themselves. somersethouse.org.uk

SKATE BACK IN TIME AT HAMPTON COURT PALACE Open until 9 January 2022 (except Christmas Day) Glide across the ice under the stars for an unforgettable festive experience in the grounds of Henry VIII former residence. For those needing a little helping hand, skate aid helpers are available to support your little ones finding their feet on the 24 DECEMBER 2021

ice. - accompanied by lots of festive funky tunes from Heart that the whole family won’t be able to resist singing along to! To round off your skating you can reserve a table in the on-site café with delicious treats from chicken nuggets and halloumi strips with chips, all the way through to antipasto platters with something for everyone! There are plenty of things for mum and dad to enjoy too, from wine and beer to a festive mulled wine. Truly magical against the backdrop of one of London’s finest Palaces. hamptoncourtpalaceicerink.co.uk

HYDE PARK WINTER WONDERLAND Open until 3 January 2022 (except Christmas Day) Welcome to London’s spectacular Christmas destination! The UK’s largest Ice Rink is set under a canopy of twinkly lights and built around the iconic Victorian bandstand where you can unwind and glide with a gentle musical backdrop. Festive fun for everyone, penguin skating aids and children’s bob skates are available for your little ones! Mornings are great for families, where you can enjoy Winter Wonderland at a leisurely pace. For 15 years, Hyde Park Winter Wonderland has been spreading the Christmas spirit for Londoners and tourists alike and with a host of exciting attractions, rides and shows for all ages it is a onestop festive day out set in one of London’s most iconic locations. hydeparkwinterwonderland.com

NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM ICE RINK Open until 16 January 2022 (except Christmas Day) Set against the stunning backdrop of one of London’s best-loved landmarks and after an incredible 16 years, sadly this is the ice rink’s last year. A perfect day out in a simply stunning setting, it welcomes all ages and abilities. The sparkling rink is once again topped off with a spectacular 30ft Christmas tree, the perfect centrepiece to everyone’s skating experience. For your little ones, The Penguin Skate Club will be running lessons for children aged four to eight. The Café Bar has

a bird’s-eye view of the rink and is open daily with tea, coffee, hot chocolate or mulled wine, or take your pick from a range of delicious meals and a variety of wines, beers and soft drinks. nhmskating.com

ALEXANDRA PALACE ICE SKATING Open until 3 January 2022 (except 11/12 December and 25 December) It’s great to have the Alexandra Palace ice rink open again! Skating is a year-round activity at the Palace but the rink feels particularly merry at Christmas time and gives an opportunity for a full-on festive day out. They have regular skaters aged 3-90 years old and cater for every standard imaginable, from first-timers all the way up to seasoned pros and national champions. They offer courses for adults and children alike, to make skating easy, safe and ultimately lots of fun for the whole family! alexandrapalace.com/the-ice-rink

SKATE AT THE QUEEN’S HOUSE, GREENWICH Open until 9 January 2022 (except Christmas Day) Located within a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the elegant surroundings of Royal Museums Greenwich, the Queen’s House Ice Rink is a truly magical place. You can enjoy stunning views of Greenwich Park to the south and the glittering lights of Canary Wharf to the north. Little ones are also catered for with penguin skate aids to hire. Warm up with hot drinks and seasonal snacks at Benugo’s catering stall, situated right next to the rink. For a wider selection visit the National Maritime Museum’s Parkside Café, which will be open during museum hours. rmg.co.uk/skate

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hese two schools make up half of the privately-owned Oak-Tree Group of independent schools and provide an excellent education at 11+. All-through Education It is unusual to find a small local school that takes children from 2½ up to GCSE level at age 16 in an academic, nurturing environment, but the Oak-Tree Group contains two! All-through education comes with many benefits. Both provide the opportunity for continuity of education from juniors to seniors with smaller class sizes and more personalised learning programmes tailor-made to the children’s individual needs. Although many pupils transition from Year 6 to Year 7 internally, there are also a number of places available for external pupils to join these popular schools at Year 7 and become a part of the busy, yet caring environment. A Bustling, Busy Environment Life as an Oak-Tree Senior is busy, but pupils across the group would not have it any other way. When they are not sitting in lessons, they are off on trips to the like of Tottenham Hotspur Football Stadium, the Globe Theatre or Stansted Mountfitchet Castle. Many will spend their lunch breaks in the music rooms practising flute, guitar, drums or one of the many other instruments the schools offer lessons in. They put on a range of productions throughout the year, including festive Christmas carol concerts, school plays or even acapella performances. Pupils stay after school, attend sports fixtures or academic catch-up sessions and attend a range of extracurricular clubs. During school holidays, many pupils have the opportunity to attend residential trips, such as the international skiing or sporting tours.

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Braeside School in Buckhurst Hill and Normanhurst School in North Chingford are both thriving schools that cater for children aged 2½ to 16 in the Epping Forest area. GCSE Results GCSE results at both schools were extremely impressive this year, despite such a disrupted lead up. Braeside School was full of smiling faces at their GCSE results day. 100% of grades achieved were at grade 5 or above and 66% of grades were 7-9. Once again, the pupils achieved superbly in Sciences with 100% passes in Biology, Chemistry and Physics. Other subjects with 100% passes including Maths, English Language, English Literature, French, History, French, Drama, Computer Science, Religious Studies and Spanish. At Normanhurst School, pupils celebrated with 96% of grades achieved at grade 4 or above, equivalent to a previous grade C or higher, with 62% at grades 7-9, equivalent to the previous grades A*or A. Pupils achieved particularly well in Maths, Combined Sciences, Geography and the creative and performing arts with 100% passes in English, Art, Business Studies, individual sciences, Computer science, French, Graphics, History, Spanish, Biology, Chemistry and Physics. Life After GCSEs Pupils are well prepared for life after Oak-Tree. The schools offer aptitude tests in Year 10, as well as careers talks and work experience. Year 11 pupils are given mock Sixth Form interviews with extensive feedback and attend Sixth Form information evenings, which both parents and pupils attend. Teachers prepare a detailed reference for each pupil, which lists their academic achievements and their contributions to life at the school. Every year pupils are successful in their applications to a number of popular schools, both independent and state, and some gain scholarships.

11+ Entrance Exams are held at both Braeside and Normanhurst on Tuesday 18 January with 13+ Exams held on Wednesday 9 March. Girls who sit the 11+ or 13+ examinations can be considered for a place at both Braeside and Normanhurst. Register to sit the exam on the schools’ website.

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laridge’s, London’s legendary Mayfair hotel, has announced that this year its much-anticipated Christmas Tree is designed by Kim Jones, Artistic Director of the Dior men’s collections. Named The Celestial Snow Globe, this outstanding creation is a magnificent take on the classic winter decoration, subtly mixing Holographic projections with a white Toile – recalling the emblematic haute couture Ateliers’ Toile – to produce a poetic interplay of transparency, in which Kim Jones pays tribute to the Dior savoir faire. In another homage to the House’s heritage, the Christmas baubles that seem to float in orbit around the tree recall iconic Dior emblems. Perched atop the tree, Kim Jones’ faithful canine companion, Cookie, delicately hugs Monsieur Dior’s lucky star. Commenting on the collaboration, Kim Jones said, “It is a great honour for me to design the Christmas Tree for Claridge’s and thus bring Dior, London and the Christmas spirit together in this iconic place.” Claridge’s co-owner, Paddy McKillen, also said, “Christmas has always been a truly special time of the year for us here at Claridge’s, and we are delighted, for the first time in many years, to welcome a homegrown designer to create our illustrious tree.” The Claridge’s Christmas Tree has long been a seasonal London landmark and symbolises the start of the festive season in the capital, drawing visitors and Londoners alike to admire its creative design. This is the eleventh year Claridge’s has invited one of its distinguished guests to reinterpret the tree in their own distinctive style.

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ABOUT CLARIDGE’S At the centre of London’s Mayfair, Claridge’s, part of the Maybourne Hotel Group, embodies grand English style, timeless glamour and impeccable, intuitive and highly tailored service. It is London’s art deco jewel, and home to elegant rooms and suites. From London’s finest afternoon tea in the Foyer and Michelin star dining from Daniel Humm at Davies and Brook, to vintage champagnes and cocktails at Claridge’s Bar, all are part of the hotel’s unique splendor and charm. claridges.co.uk

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London Transport Museum Escape the cold this December with a festive line-up up family fun at the award-winning London Transport Museum in Covent Garden. Take a break in the Museum’s enchanted winter forest, filled with twinkly lights and cosy cushions. Settle in to watch a video story about Santa’s utterly awesome Underground journey with the ‘Tf-Elves’. MERRY QUIZMAS On Friday 17 December adults can swap the work Christmas do for a night at the Museum instead. At the Museum’s last After Dark event of 2021, explore after hours, enjoy a drink from the pop-up bar and show off your transport trivia knowledge in the ultimate end of year quiz. Tickets cost £12. Over 18s only.

MEET FATHER CHRISTMAS With the festive season upon us, families visiting London Transport Museum can meet Father Christmas himself. But after a bumpy landing in Covent Garden, his sleigh needs some attention. Little engineers can climb aboard a brandnew sleigh installation and have fun checking all systems are go before Christmas Eve. Santa and his elf-helper will be in the Museum daily between 11:00 and 15:00 until 23 December meeting and greeting visitors. WINTER WONDERLAND As you explore the Museum’s galleries, keep your eyes peeled for frosty Underground roundels hidden among the historic vehicles. Children who find all the roundels can enter a weekly prize draw to win a Mini London Underground Lightbox from the Museum’s shop. Look out for a new display of vintage posters celebrating winter in the Capital and step into a life-sized version of one to get a picture-perfect wintery Instagram snap too. 32 DECEMBER 2021

GIFTING GALORE Shoppers can pick up their last-minute Christmas gifts from the Museum’s shop too with every purchase supporting the Museum’s charitable work. Choose from beautiful vintage London transport posters, festive knitwear and children’s toys. To help your loved one’s step into the new year in style look no further than the Museum’s new ‘Ultimate Moquette Socks in Box’ collection, bringing together 12 classic transport textile patterned socks.

THE DETAILS Book online in advance ltmuseum.co.uk Kids go free! Adult tickets £18.50

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A ‘Grand 34’ Christmas arrives in Mayfair

Mayfair favourite unveils its show-stopping Christmas installation and limited-edition cocktail menu in collaboration with Courvoisier Cognac

e’ve gone off-piste this Christmas, bringing you an imagined world of apresski, seventies kitsch and appetising delights at the ‘Grand 34’ Christmas. Step onto the terrace where folk nouveau meets alpine splendour, complete with a limited-edition ‘As Choux Like It’ dessert and festive cocktails created in collaboration with Courvoisier Cognac, available until the end of January 2022. This season, guests are invited to enjoy the most wonderful time of year in the heart of central London, whilst sipping on delectable delights including the Panache XO (£22.00), featuring

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“This season, guests are invited to enjoy the most wonderful time of year in the heart of central London, whilst sipping on delectable delights” Courvoisier XO, apple Aperitif, pumpkin spice syrup and anise, the Kovacs Demise (£20.00), with The Macallan 12yo Double Cask, banana liqueur, maple syrup and cacao, a flavoursome and tangy whisky ginger ale highball, the Renaissance Highball (£20.00), with The Macallan 12yo Double Cask, umeshu, amaretto and ginger ale, Zero Fizz (£17.00) [pictured], a bubbly cocktail incorporating Courvoisier VSOP, velvet falernum, sherry and popcorn syrup and topped with Champagne, or even Boy with Apple (£17.00) with Suntory Haku Vodka, cherry wine, cinnamon and apple. 34 Mayfair also offers a selection of mouthwatering seasonal, à la carte options, including Japanese Wagyu Fillet Steak from 34 Mayfair’s Rotisserie Grill, Dover Sole, 34 Lobster Mac ‘n’ Cheese, Crispy Duck Salad or even the Porcini Pizza with provolone and shaved truffle for added flavour throughout the holidays. The ‘Grand 34’ Christmas offering will be available until the end of January 2022. To book a table, call 020 3350 3434 or visit 34-restaurant.co.uk

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FASHION & BEAUTY INTO THE BLUE This beautiful blue topaz statement cocktail ring with organic brushed silver setting will make a sensation. catherinemarche-designs.com

SPLASH OF COLOUR We simply love this art deco 100% silk scarf featuring storks and cranes. onehundredstars.co.uk

THIS LITTLE PIGGY… Made for stylish snoozing, our classic White pyjama shorts set is made from super soft 100% stonewashed linen. Linen keeps you cosy and warm in the winter and cool in the summer. This lightweight and effortlessly comfortable set features a relaxed fit linen shirt and pair of shorts; perfect for quiet days at home and weekend trips away. pigletinbed.com

TAKE A HIKE Our luxury chocolate brown hiker boots in suede are fully sheepskin lined and perfect as we go into cooler seasons. The lace opening and WG branded lace stopper are the perfect amount of detailing, and the gold embossed WG branding on the insole make these boots a luxury item. welligogs.com

SOUND WAVES This scarf design is influenced by the sound wave image Joy Division used on their debut album, Unknown Pleasures. ollieandfred.co.uk

WINTER WARMERS Stay warm outside for hours this winter. Fitting cosily in gloves and shoes, hand and feet winter warmers are a must for this season. Made with 100% recyclable and natural materials. Unisex. afvgroup.co.uk 13 98 8 DDEEC CE EM M BBEERR 2 02 2012 1

Reduce scars and fine lines with Jeunvie’s revolutionary ‘Anti-Wrinkle’ Award-winning beauty brand Jeunvie has launched a ground-breaking new product aimed at visibly reducing the effects of wrinkles and post-surgical scarring.

eveloped in collaboration with Professor Ash Mosahebi, Consultant Plastic Surgeon at London’s Royal Free Hospital, Jeunvie’s Anti-Wrinkle uses powerful stem cell technology to promote faster healing of scars, plus smoother skin and more even tones. The finest quality plant extracts combine to replicate cell function at skin level, helping reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, and making it an ideal product for patients who have undergone surgical treatments for cancer or other trauma.

microsurgical reconstruction following trauma, cancer and other conditions. With a huge celebrity following, Jeunvie’s sought after products have won numerous awards, including Best British Vegan Skincare Company 2020, a bronze medal in the Global Green Beauty Awards 2021 and the Chevalier Gold medal for excellence and innovation. After starting as a small family business, Jeunvie is now a much-loved brand that prides itself in using pure ingredients such as natural

Founder of Jeunvie, Asal Shirazi BEM, joined forces with Professor Mosahebi on creating the wonder product, which takes a highly specialised but healthy approach to skincare. Founder of Jeunvie, Asal Shirazi BEM, joined forces with Professor Mosahebi on creating the wonder product, which takes a highly specialised but healthy approach to skincare. Professor Mosahebi’s involvement brings with it a unique level of expertise, as he is one of the UK’s leading plastic surgeons and has been involved in pioneering research work relating to the regeneration of skin and bodily tissue and skin. He is also a member of the British Association of Plastic Surgeons research council, and is particularly experienced in complex

fruit extracts and essential oils that leave the skin beautifully rejuvenated and enriched with nutrients. Anti-Wrinkle is especially close to Jeunvie founder Asal’s heart, as she suffers from an life-limiting autoimmune disease, which affects her skin and causes extreme sensitivity. Her condition prompted her to throw herself into research and led to an understanding of how the natural potency of plants can help heal and repair patients’ damaged skin. Asal says: ‘We are so proud of our AntiWrinkle product, and are thrilled to have had the chance to work with Professor Mosahebi

to bring it to the market. It has been created with genuine passion and is embedded in research at the highest level. We are truly excited about the benefits it can offer patients with post-operative scarring.” As with all Jeunvie products, Anti-Wrinkle is suitable for vegans and vegetarians, wholly organic, free of parabens and sulphates and is not tested on animals. It can also be delivered with Jeunvie’s hydra dermal needles for more effective delivery into deeper skin layers. Visit Jeunvie Vegan, Natural and Organic Skincare or follow the brand or founder on Instagram at @jeunvie @asal.chevalier

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Amanda Holden

On her 5am beauty routine, copying Princess Diana’s hair and chatting to Kylie Minogue on the Neighbours set. By Katie Wright,

ooking back on her acting career, there’s one role Amanda Holden is raring to reprise more than any other. “I always think, ‘Oh, let’s bring back Cutting It!’” – the BBC drama set in a Manchester hair salon that ran for four seasons from 2002 to 2004 – “I still regularly see Angela [Griffin], we’re all still good friends. I think it would be really fun to bring that back.” To play hairdresser Mia Bevan, the Hampshireborn actor spent time under the tutelage of legendary stylist Lino Carbosiero at Daniel Galvin: “I actually learned how to be a hairdresser. I swept the hair, did the blow dries. I learnt all kinds of tricks and tips.” Now, nearly two decades later, Holden has landed a hew hair-related role as celebrity ambassador for Charles Worthington. After an afternoon tea event to launch the partnership – Holden resplendent in a white suit, her honeyblonde locks perfectly coiffed – we’ve retired to a quiet corner of the swanky hotel to chat. The Britain’s Got Talent judge admits her tresses have been through some tough times, including the phase in the 80s when a certain royal was all the rage: “Me and my sister, both of us wanted Princess Diana hair. I had a sailor dress because [Diana] wore a sailor dress, I had flat pumps. I made a scrapbook. I was a huge fan.” Jennifer Aniston was – and remains – another source of ‘hairspiration’ (“Yes, I did The Rachel! Of course!”) but the 50-year-old says she won’t be following the recent trend set by celebs such as Sarah Jessica Parker and letting her greys peak through. “I will always be blonde. Each to their own – I have some friends that are embracing age, some people that aren’t. My mum stopped dyeing her own hair around 60 and she’s got really gorgeous, soft-coloured grey hair. I’ll always go ‘Oh god, Mummy, can you just put a bit of colour back in?’ But for me, it’s not something I’m going to do.” Nor is she going to be retiring from the spotlight anytime soon. Holden, who co-hosts the Heart Breakfast radio show with Jamie Theakston on weekday mornings, cites Jennifer Lopez as an example of a woman in the entertainment world

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3 going “through the roof ” in terms of “what you can achieve at what age”. Blonde ambition aside, the mum-of-two (she shares daughters Lexie, 15, and Hollie, nine, with record producer husband Chris Hughes) “relished” the chance to spend more time with her family at home in London during the first UK lockdown last year. “I really loved having everyone under one roof. I loved it. I loved being silly on TikTok, I loved that I socialised with my best friends on Zoom. I loved that I didn’t need to call an Uber, I just staggered up the stairs. There was so many positives for me.” The third lockdown was a different story, however: “The third one did my head in, just in the way that I just lost faith in the government and the rules generally and human nature. I think we started lockdown by being told to look out for each other, and we ended lockdown by being told to spy on each other.” Now, as the pandemic rumbles on, Holden worries that Brits might not be as resilient as they were in the past. “We’ve got to learn as a nation. You know, we’ve won wars, we’ve got through everything with our sense of humor and our stoicism and our ability to stand up for ourselves, and I just hope that we haven’t lost any of that. I don’t want Great Britain to go soft, otherwise I’m leaving – like Kylie!” Recently, the pop star told the BBC she would be moving back to her native Australia, a claim which Holden cheerfully refutes.

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“I don’t think she’s going. No! Rubbish!” she says, laughing. “She’s not going anywhere. She has a house here and Australia, she’s always done that.” The pair share make-up artist Christian Vermaak, and now they’re both Neighbours alumna, with Holden shooting scenes for the Aussie soap in London earlier this month that will air next year. “Oh my god, she rang on set as well!” Holden recalls. “Kylie rang Christian. She was like, ‘Let me speak to Amanda’. And I was like, ‘Excuse me, I’m just talking to Charlene, everyone!’ It was such a thrill. So fun and so camp.” After making her Ramsay Street dream come true and releasing her debut studio album, Songs from My Heart, last year, the multi-talented star has now set her sights on the literary world and hopes to publish a novel. Is there anything else left on her showbiz bucket list? “I would love to play like a baddie in a Bollywood movie. That’s one thing I’ve always wanted to do, right from my 20s. Surely I could be some wicked mother or some kind of baddie who turns up an upsets the apple cart?” For now, the jetsetter is off to Dubai for a wellearned break, where she’ll indulge in her favourite treats again after being “vegan for most of this year. I thought, ‘I’m gonna just try being vegan for a bit’, because I just wanted to and I’ve really enjoyed it, and how it’s made me feel. “But I’m off on holiday tomorrow, so I will be back on the rosé and the cheese. I just think don’t make rules for yourself. Just do everything in moderation.”

Too Faced Natural Face Palette, £36, Boots “I use Too Faced on my face, so I sort of bronze everywhere and then put a little bit of pink on the apples of my cheeks.”

Charlotte Tilbury Matte Revolution Pillow Talk Original, £25 “And then I just grab a Charlotte Tilbury lipstick out of my bag. I love Pillow Talk.”

Hourglass Arch Brow Micro Sculpting Pencil, £33, John Lewis “I get up at 5:20am I get ready and out the door by 5:45am and I go on air at 6.30am. I literally give my face a little bit of a spritz, I clean any sleepy dust out of my eyes, then I use an Hourglass eyebrow pencil. That’s an amazing eyebrow pencil.”

Charles Worthington Colourplex Ultra Violet Shampoo, £7.99, Boots “We’ve always had the Charles Worthington purple shampoo in our house. We use the heat protectors, and the hair masks as well, mainly when we’re on holiday or we’ve got a bit of downtime or a Sunday.”

Espa Nourishing Lip Treatment, £21 “There’s a lip moisturiser I use by Espa, they’ve got an amazing lip juice thing!”

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Winter wardrobe trend:

DARK FLORALS

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Petal prints are big bloomin’ news this season, says Katie Wright.

loral prints took a dramatic turn on the AW21 catwalks, by way of dark blooms, sumptuous fabrics and beautiful bouquet embellishments. London Fashion Week designers were leading the charge, with chintzy dresses and frock coats fit for a royal seen at Erdem, Yuhan Wang and Preen, while Temperley’s maxi dresses and separates had a retro 70Seventies feel to them. Now, the high street is giving us fabulous petal-powered pieces to rock day or night. Here are three key ways to try the dark florals trend…

GWEN BLOUSE DITSY FLORAL NAVY, £135, AVAILABLE FROM ASPIGA ENCHANTING AUTUMN DRESS, £49, AVAILABLE FROM JOE BROWNS

Midi dresses An absolute autumn/winter essential, floral midi dresses are a massive trend right now, and they’re so easy to style. It’s all about layering – either pop a roll-neck top underneath a V-neck dress, or throw an oversized blazer or slouchy cardigan on top. Complete your look with chunky ankle or kneehigh boots.

METALLIC FLORAL JACQUARD & TIE BACK BLACK BLOUSE, £55, AVAILABLE FROM OLIVER BONAS

Preen’s AW21 collection

Day to night tops Demure enough for daytime but easy to dress up after work, a floral print blouse is a really versatile piece. Team with jeans, boots and statement earrings for a laidback look, or go glam with a leather mini skirt and heels.

Party dresses Take florals into the festive season with a glitzy frock. A cute cocktail dress in all-over print looks fab with simple strappy heels and a clutch bag, while a show-stopping black maxi dress with flower embellishments is ideal for a winter wedding. 24 0 MB 2 8 DDEECCEE M B EERR 2 20 02 12 1

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Party season beauty ideas to transform your look Get ready for the festive season in no time with these pro tips, says Katie Wright. loves a high-shine red lip for a glam party look. She says: “Like my super bright red nails that I love to wear, I adore a pop of colour and not much else. Distract from tired eyes and add a festive pop of colour with the new Jones Road Cool Gloss in Poppy Red. It is really red – no yellow, bright red. I think it’s super wearable with the sheen, versus a matte red lip (not a gloss like you would imagine). I would wear the red gloss with just mascara and a little Miracle Balm on my skin.”

LIMITLESS EYESHADOW PALETTE 2, £18.75 (WAS £25), AVAILABLE FROM EYEKO

The easy smoky-eye

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hristmas is just around the corner and this year parties are – fingers crossed – on the cards once more. Hurrah! So, you’ve got a sparkly frock or trendy tailored suit sorted. Now it’s time to zhuzh up your look with a bit of festive glam. Often, there’s not a lot of time to prep for midweek gatherings, but by focusing on one feature, you can go from plain to party-ready in a matter of minutes. Here, pro make-up artists offer seven quick-fix ideas for a fabulous festive beauty look…

The glossy lip

The long-lasting lip “There are some great long-wear lipsticks that aren’t too drying and don’t require so much reapplying,” says Gia Mills, founder of exercise-focused skincare and make-up brand Skin In Motion. “I have loved using Maybelline Superstay Matte Ink, recently. It’s quick and easy to apply, and a fun, bright shade will bring your face to life in a jiffy. Finish off with a hydrating lip balm to minimise any cracking of the lipstick. I always

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Jamie Genevieve, make-up artist and founder of Vieve, is all about the “one-and-done smoky eye”, created with a brown eyeshadow stick, instead of a palette. She explains: “Scribble your chosen Vieve Eye Wand shade onto your lid. With a clean brush, start to buff the colour evenly over the lid. Once you’ve done this, scribble a little bit more of that same shade into your crease and dab with your fingertips. For an even PRECISION GEL LINER, more dramatic look, sketch £15.75 (WAS £21), AVAILABLE FROM the Eye Wand along your lash ILLAMASQUA line and use a smaller, more precise brush to shape the shadow into a wing.”

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apply a solid block of eyeshadow, going from inner to outer corners, and from lash line up to the eyebrows. Apply Precision Gel Liner in Infinity, starting with a very thin line in the inner corner, and add more pressure to make it thicker as we go towards the outer corner. Smudge the leftover product in the brush across the bottom lashes. Curl lashes and coat them with mascara.”

use the Skin In Motion Plump It Lip Balm in Sheer Berry – it hydrates and acts as a gloss, as well as having a hook, so you don’t lose it.”

The shimmer smoky-eye “Your eyes deserve to be the focus when it comes to party glam,” says make-up artist Aimee Connolly, founder of Sculpted by Aimee, who suggests a three-step “buff, smoke and shimmer” approach. “Start by buffing a matte transition shade through the crease of the eye to add some depth, then add some smoke with a darker matte shade on the outer corners of the eye and around the lash line. To finish, sweep a dazzling shimmer or metallic shade across the eyelid, and pair with lashings of mascara.”

“Like my super bright red nails that I love to wear, I adore a pop of colour and not much else” – Bobbi Brown Above: Bobbi Brown, founder of Jones Road Left: Gia Mills, founder of Skin in Motion Below, right: model with shimmer smoky-eye look, created by Sculpted by Aimee

The bronze eye “A warm bronze shade is a really easy go-to shade for a party look,” says Melanie Barrese, head makeup artist at Eyeko. “Take an eyeshadow brush and ensure you have patted the colour densely onto the eyelid. Then take a fluffy blending brush and, using backwards and forwards motions, blend out – ensuring you push the product outwards and upwards. This can be kept just to the upper lid or, for more drama, apply underneath the eye as well. If you’re going from day to night, don’t forget to add an extra coat of mascara.”

COOL GLOSS IN POPPY RED, £20, AVAILABLE FROM JONES ROAD

The scarlet lip “Rouge Dior Lipstick 999 Velvet is the ultimate festive lip colour,” says Jamie Coombes, Dior Beauty international pro-artist, of the lipstick with a soft matte finish. “As well as on the lips, it can be used as a cream blush. Add a touch off this colour to the upper part of the cheeks and blend out using the Dior Backstage Blender. Pair this with your Diorshow Iconic Overcurl Mascara, and you’ll be party-ready in no time.”

The festive flick

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SAVING FACE:

Secrets from a celebrity facialist Ada Ooi mixes Chinese and Western medicine for a more holistic approach to skincare. By Prudence Wade, PA

ith a client roster including Rooney Mara, Ellie Goulding and Lily Allen, facialist Ada Ooi (adaooi.com) knows a thing or two about glowing skin. Originally from Hong Kong, Ooi spent weekends growing up at her grandfather’s pharmacy in nearby Macau. “I would sit next to him every Saturday, I was the girl grinding all these herbs and pastes for the customers,” Ooi remembers. “I picked up a lot about the good feeling of helping people.” Another thing she learned from her grandfather was the potential in mixing Chinese and Western medicines. After an ill-fated foray into advertising, Ooi trained as an aromatherapist and aesthetician – realising she was “trying to find a link to my 24 18 2 DDEEC CE EM M BBEERR 2 02 2012 1

grandfather”. When she started treating skin, often it was the last thing Ooi looked at. “Someone would come through my door and I’d be like, ‘Actually, I don’t even want to touch your face, I want to touch your feet because your blood circulation is bad, your liver and kidney is in depletion’,” she explains. The next step in Ooi’s career was to train as a practitioner of Chinese medicine – and that’s when she felt she was “really helping people”, she says. “My philosophy is treating from within: that is how I see myself as a facialist, because our skin is the biggest organ of our body and is really the reflection of what’s happening in our inner self.” This ethos has garnered Ooi plenty of celebrity fans, and these are just some of the tips and secrets she’s picked up along the way…

THE PRODUCTS OOI CAN’T LIVE WITHOUT… An essence

Think about your skin holistically

Ooi prefers to use the word ‘essence’ rather than ‘toner’ – particularly as toners have an increasingly bad reputation for being harsh or drying. For Ooi, an essence should follow your cleanser – it won’t minimise your pores (“pores don’t shrink”, she says), but it can balance your skin’s pH and “give your skin a boost of hydration, in the sense that it’s mild and easy enough for the skin to drink up”, she explains. “It’s more important than a moisturiser, I would say.”

“If you care for your skin, you should be caring for your whole wellbeing as well,” Ooi says simply. “I’m not saying you need to go and do lots of check-ups – nothing complicated, but be more mindful and conscious about your stress, the tension you have, hormonal fluctuations. These contribute to most longer-term skin problems, like adult acne and wrinkles – yes, gravity plays a role, but a tense expression is the killer.”

Don’t blindly follow trends “Don’t follow trends to try look like other people – it really is unsustainable and you can make the wrong decisions,” Ooi says. Over-exfoliating is a big one right now. “I really do see there is an addiction to using acids and exfoliating agents, because of how it feels,” she sighs. “Initially, it feels very smooth, very good – but then you start peeling, or you have redness… And your skin can get very dry.”

SLOW AGEING ESSENTIAL FACIAL ESSENCE, £56

An emulsion SKIN PROUD JELLY BRIGHT ESSENCE, £9.30 (WAS £13.95), BOOTS

Try not to do everything at once Almost all of us are guilty of it: we get some kind of issue with our skin – whether it’s acne or melasma – and we try and fix it by chucking on as many products and treatments as we can. “Try to do one thing at a time – don’t experiment with so much,” Ooi pleads. “Even if you’ve got the money, doing everything at the same time cannot be good for you.”

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Vitamin C Vitamins are “vital for the skin”, says Ooi. “Vitamin C is a great antioxidant you can use day and night to protect your skin from all the free radicals.” Her top tip is to make sure you don’t opt for too high a concentration.

Mindset is everything “It’s really down to the person to find the right mindset to be receiving the skincare routine they have designed for themselves,” says Ooi. “Slapping everything on will always feel like a chore – it really doesn’t do much, apart from conditioning the surface of your skin. “But if you take a little bit of mindfulness in your skincare routine, you will feel a big difference in your mood. And if you do it at night, you will sleep better as well.”

Massage your products in Ooi is a big fan of taking the time to massage in your products. “It really creates a brain-skin reaction with dopamine – happy hormones. They are going to be hyped up, so you’ll have more benefits from your skincare, and your mind will feel a lot better too.”

“Emulsions are the texture between serum and moisturiser,” Ooi says. “It’s actually got the best of both worlds… I think an emulsion is a great light moisturiser to always have on your dressing table, so you can adjust how much moisture you want to have every night.” This means your skincare routine can be more “flexible”.

Q+A VITAMIN C BRIGHTENING SERUM, £9, SAINSBURY’S ANTIPODES GLOW RITUAL VITAMIN C SERUM WITH PLANT HYALURONIC ACID, £28 (WAS £35), FEEL UNIQUE

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“To ensure the safety of women and their birth partners, The Kensington Wing have important infection control procedures for staff and visitors to adhere to, but remain welcoming to your chosen birth partner for all stages of your pregnancy, birth and postnatal stay”

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he Kensington Wing is the dedicated private maternity unit at Chelsea and Westminster Hospital, providing women with around-the-clock clinical care, comfortable en-suite private rooms and hospitality services. Being located in the heart of Chelsea and Westminster Hospital - one of the UK’s safest hospitals - the safety and wellbeing of mother and baby are reassuringly supported at all times. The Kensington Wing is immediately located next to the hospital’s outstanding and newly expanded Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) and a consultant anaesthetist remains on site at all times, 24/7, dedicated to the needs of women on the Kensington Wing. In these uncertain times, expectant parents can have additional anxieties or concerns about childbirth or going into a hospital. To ensure the safety of women and their birth partners, The Kensington Wing have important infection control procedures for staff and visitors to adhere to, but remain welcoming to your chosen birth partner for all stages of your pregnancy, birth and postnatal stay. Your individual room and en-suite facilities are a haven in these times and the catering and hospitality team ensures your stay is relaxing as well as safe. On the Kensington Wing the consultant obstetricians, midwives, nurses and maternity support workers provide care as a team. And are delighted to offer both consultant-led and midwife-led maternity packages. The Kensington Wing’s highly experienced team of midwives welcome enquiries from prospective women and the opportunity to discuss midwifeled care in more detail. These ‘meet the midwife’ sessions are always a relaxed and special time to

talk and discover more without any obligation. For those women who are appropriate for midwife-led care, the team provide full support throughout your pregnancy and the midwifery team are available 24 hours seven days a week for advice or concerns throughout your pregnancy, birth and postnatal stay. The consultant-led care package allows you the choice of one of our experienced consultant obstetricians to personally guide you through your pregnancy and birth. Your consultant provides continuity and individualised expertise throughout your journey. They build a relationship with you and your partner through the antenatal period to give you confidence to birth safely with them in line with your birth preferences. They remain to support you through the postnatal period including your 6 week postnatal check. All consultants are available to meet you and your birth partner without any obligation. The Kensington Wing enquiry team are always happy to support with these arrangements and answer any questions. If you would like to talk to one of the team, call 020 3315 8616, email chelwest.kensington@nhs.net or visit our website thekensingtonwing.co.uk

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I WANT MY EARS PINNED BACK...

innaplasty or otoplasty is a cosmetic procedure to correct or alter the shape of absent ear folds, large lobule or both. Any cosmetic procedure is a crucial decision in your life - it is essential to know what you need to consider before contemplating getting pinnaplasty. Why do adults seek pinnaplasty procedure? In my practice, adults will request ear surgery if they have been thinking of ear pinning surgery for a long time, and it had been affecting their self-confidence. Women usually tend to seek pinnaplasty as it sometimes restricts their hairstyle. Is pinnaplasty a safe procedure? Pinnaplasty as such is a safe procedure with very low complication and revision surgery rate. The procedure

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itself takes 1 to 2 hours as a day case; this means you can go home the same day. The procedure is done by cut behind the ear and surgeon puts corrective sutures which places the ear in the new position. You have a head bandage for a week to keep your ear folded in the new location, protect from trauma while the ear is healing and prevent infection. How do people feel after pinnaplasty procedure? I offer pinnaplasty as well as rhinoplasty to patients in my practice. Most of these patients are in the age group of 18-30 and appearance is crucial to them. I feel immense pleasure and pride to watch patients journey from who may be shy and unhappy because of the shape of their ears to a person who is more confident about their appearance.

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WINONA RYDER AT 50: THE ICONIC ACTOR’S FASHION AND BEAUTY EVOLUTION We look back at the movie star’s style throughout the years. By Katie Wright

WINONA RYDER ATTENDS THE 66TH ANNUAL ACADEMY AWARDS ON MARCH 21, 1994

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aking her big screen debut when she was still a teenager, Winona Ryder has been in the showbiz spotlight since the mid-80s, her impressive career spanning five decades and featuring some unforgettable roles. Not only is she an award-winning actor, Ryder, who turned 50 on October 29, is a fashion and beauty icon too, thanks to her impeccable outfits and lust-worthy haircuts. To mark her milestone birthday, we look back at how Winona Ryder’s style – both on and off the screen – has evolved throughout the decades.

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WINONA RYDER ON THE RED CARPET IN 1999

90s ingénue Named after her hometown, Winona Laura Horowitz was born in Winona, Minnesota in 1971. After taking acting classes and adopting the stage name Winona Ryder, the 15-year-old made her film debut in Lucas (1986) which was quickly followed by her breakout role as Lydia Deetz in Tim Burton’s Beetlejuice, for which Ryder’s hair was dyed jet black. Parts in several other cult classics soon followed. In high school satire, Heathers, she donned 80s jackets with huge shoulder pads and had voluminous hair to match. Ryder was reunited with Tim Burton for 1990’s Edward Scissorhands, this time given long, blonde locks and a prim and proper wardrobe to star opposite Johnny Depp.

“Parts in several other cult classics soon followed. In high school satire, Heathers, she donned 80s jackets with huge shoulder pads and had voluminous hair to match”

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WINONA RYDER ATTENDS THE MILK PREMIERE, 2008

on screen in Alien Resurrection. The artfully messy ‘do perfectly suited Ryder’s elfin features and has gone down as one of the most covetable celebrity pixie cuts in history. WINONA RYDER ATTENDS THE VANITY FAIR OSCARS PARTY 2001

Gothic glamour Ryder and Depp started dating and became one of the most famous Hollywood couples of the time. Depp declared that he was madly in love with his Edward Scissorhands co-star and even got ‘Winona Forever’ tattooed on his arm. Sadly, the pair split after four years and Depp chose to change his tattoo to read ‘Wino Forever’. By then a regular on the red carpet, Ryder was all about understated glamour in her 20s, often seen in sweeping black dresses with slicked back hair and a red lip. Occasionally she would mix it up with a pink, red or cream column dress, but there was always something timeless about Ryder’s red carpet style.

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Within a few years the pixie was gone, replaced by honey-blonde tousled locks. In 2001, Ryder hit the headlines when she was caught shoplifting in Beverly Hills and sentenced to three years probation. After disappearing from the spotlight for some time, Ryder was back on the red carpet by 2004 with a boho-chic new look and her wavy, shoulderlength locks back to brunette.

The return of the pixie In 2008, the pixie crop returned – this time a longer, softer style with a glossy, chocolate brown hue – and Ryder’s career.

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BRINGING COLOUR TO LIFE The journey Masis has set out is an arduous yet ambitious, dedicated and personal is how they would describe their services reaching out to their customers. With its beautiful and easy to browse setting, customers will enjoy being at a local store.

rom the moment you step in to Masis Loughton store at 44 Forest Road, you will experience the likes of designers’ paint stores with brands and products we all love painting our homes and workplaces with. Masis Specialist Decorators’ Merchants opened its doors in the run up to Christmas 2020. Ever since, local residents, business owners, contractors and tradesmen have all been enjoying the complete range of decorative paint brands and sundries that Masis offers. With its experienced management team and staff putting customer satisfaction at the heart of its ethos, Masis is set to play a vital role for those looking for professional and friendly service when it comes to decorating their living and working environment. The store is managed by a highly experienced 58 DECEMBER 2021

team who have over 25 years of experience in the decorative paint industry and interior design services. Wanting to benefit from this, the store is gradually becoming the focal point for DIY enthusiasts and tradesmen for its good services and range of products that are fit for purpose. ‘To be a local shop, it needs to be run by locals’ suggests Terry, who has over 10 years experience running trade paint outlets for a large multi-national company. ‘It requires more than putting the goods on the shelves and waiting to attract customers’ adds Tommy, ‘we need to be competitive with our prices, but this alone isn’t enough. We need to understand our customers well, and give them not only a good product, but very good services to feel a local store is a local store and not a large DIY chain’.

Masis also employs several local young part-time staff whose studies range from fashion design to architecture, bringing sheer energy and a different dimension in conversation with its customers. ‘Locals enjoy visiting our shop, everyone seeing a familiar face serving them at the store is a personal connection we have’. Neil then adds further and say ‘We want to play an important role in our community and so, we want to create opportunities for enthusiastic young locals who wish to be involved in a creative workplace. We take pride in doing this and seeing them doing well at the store as well at their school is a real delight.’ Like all the other trades, the paint industry has also been severely hit by the raw material shortages as a result of supply chain disruptions and strong demand. ‘We were warned of shortages by our

suppliers, and to avoid this being passed on to our customers, earlier in the year we began to keep large stocks of paint and sundries to cater for our customers and to be able to continue to support them in their needs. ‘Tradesmen are the blood-life of our business, and we make it personal, giving them the best local support they need to complete jobs within their budget and time-frame. When needed, we can deliver them a single tester-pot, so they don’t get interrupted in their working hours and lose time sourcing materials.’ ‘Global warming is real, and it is getting worse’ says Terry, ‘we aim to fulfil our vision of being one of the leading suppliers of advanced coating solutions that do not leave a carbon footprint behind’. Adding further ‘Driven by technically enhanced eco-friendly paint that lasts is what everyone should aim for. Playing the part, decorating shops are not an exception. With a view to pushing this agenda, Masis has teamed with Teknos and Eico, two designer brands set to increase the benchmarking for new a generation decorative paint. Eico manufactures its paint in Iceland and Sweden, Teknos in Finland, overseeing the implementation of an exhaustive multifaceted programme to ensure minimal environmental impact. With hundreds of inspirational colours, texture and quality finishes, these brands offer no less than conventional manufacturers.

Masis is set to play a vital role for those looking for professional and friendly service when it comes to decorating their living and working environments

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TYE ARCHITECTS : Case study

ettled in the open countryside in Essex this house is nestled in a secluded rural location, reflecting its surroundings of mature woodland. The setting and elegant simplicity were paramount to the design of this house. The brief was to provide a dwelling which responds to its context in materiality. A simple palette of carefully selected materials includes the use of stone from the earth on the lower level and timber on the floating box of the upper level, enhanced by a green tinted series of panels to provide transparency and reflect the surrounding plot-scape. With clean geometric lines, the floating first floor cantilevers and balances on the ground floor, providing long reaching views from the master bedroom and several short distance views of the plot from the other bedrooms. This architectural element pulls you into the site and allows you to marvel at its geometry and weightlessness. The lower floor is grounded by the strong stone element; the roofing detail of the first floor floats, gliding with the frameless glazing. Approaching the house, the glass enhances the large open spaces. The open plan ground floor connects from the front entrance area through to the rear garden and a horizontal expanse of glazing connects the rear living spaces to the garden-scape to the rear. Vertical electronically controlled louvres to the windows provide solar shading and privacy shading

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to the bedrooms. Wooden sliding door panels, some recessed and hidden in the walls allow for areas to be discretely closed off. The house is fully equipped with a home cinema room and an outdoor amphitheatre. A sunroom in the garden provides an area for outdoor living where you can sit outside in a sheltered area at different times of the day and enjoy the views of the house and the landscaped garden. This project is energy efficient and environmentally friendly with ground source heat pumps providing the heating and hot water. To further reduce the carbon footprint, the house is also equipped with solar panels and low energy lighting. This dwelling was designed to create an elegant, contemporary family home with an open plan layout that is an environmentally sustainable, contextually relevant and timeless concept. tyearchitects.com

“This architectural element pulls you into the site and allows you to marvel at its geometry and weightlessness”

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Lessons In Luminosity: Lighting Trend Report with Gubi, they’ve brought forth the Howard Chandelier — a spellbinding light that is as minimal as it is grand. For anyone with a penchant for industrial design, it’s a real find. The kind of style that promises to work hard for your affection, developing a beautiful patina over time.

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here isn’t much on this Blue Planet that thrives in the dark. It’s why ever since we were able, we have lit fires. First physical, then electric, designed to enliven the night and nourish the soul. And yet, not all lighting is born equal. Spurred on by the ubiquity of screens, we’ve seen sleep patterns short-circuit and our view of the stars fade. The challenge for lighting brands, then, is simple. To reconnect us with a kinder light. One that respects our rhythms and treads softly on the Earth. It’s in search of such a glow that we’ve put together a dossier of the very best lighting styles for 2022. The kind that shine for you, not on you. And make coming home the most sumptuous moment of all.

THE NEW LUXE Of all of design’s little luxuries, the chandelier is perhaps the most flamboyant. A glamorous spectacle of light designed to see and be seen. And yet in 2021, designers are rethinking its iconic form. Peeling back the layers of ostentation to arrive at something more truthful. One case in point comes from Danish design studio, Space Copenhagen. In collaboration 2 4642 DDEECC EM B EBRE 2R0 2210 2 1 EM

Pomposity isn’t the only virtue under the microscope this season. Today’s designers have also been reevaluating their methods of making. The quarter began with an announcement that Italian lighting brand, Flos, are now officially carbon neutral. The achievement is largely due to investments in renewable energy for their factories, but can also be attributed to the decision to make sure that any new releases can be fully recycled after their lifetime. Sustainable sensibilities can also be found at smaller ateliers like Brokis. Novelties like the Geometric Table Lamp gain their ethereal appearance from BrokisGlass — an upcycled material that reutilises shards of glass from the factory floor. Taken together, they represent a commitment to closing the circle of production, once again cementing design’s role as a protagonist in the fight for a sustainable future.

“The kind of style that promises to work hard for your affection, developing a beautiful patina over time”

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MATHEMATICALLY PERFECT If politics can sometimes feel perplexing, then you wouldn’t have wanted to spend much time with Raimond Puts. As an outspoken professor-cumdesigner, he spent most of his time thinking about prime numbers — the mystery of such digits and their many aesthetic possibilities. It’s an obsession that’s led this year to the new and expanded Raimond Collection — a series of glowing geodesic domes that bring the wonder of a starry night home. When we dug a little deeper, we were surprised to find that Puts wasn’t alone in his metaphysical musings. Meticulous precision can also be found in Louis Poulsen’s Pâtéra pendant: a luminous style with diamond-shaped cells that delivers a rich, atmospheric glow.

NOMADIC BY NATURE Untethered from unsightly cables and wires, these nomadic little creations ask you to get outside and explore. Some of them, like the Pantop Table Lamp, you will undoubtedly recognise — an iconic Verner Panton style set loose. Others like the Sfera collection are entirely new. Its brutalist base houses both a charging module and touch sensitive dimmer, meaning you’ll never be left in the dark this season.

a cool anchor. A heart of stone for the soft halo of light that follows. They also inject a necessary dose of glamour into everyday lighting — an art form long dominated by the use of glass or steel.

LIGHT YOU CAN SHAPE One of the most generous gifts a designer can bestow isn’t to do with its style or finish — although all these details are important. Rather, it’s to let us into the act of creation, deciding exactly when, where and how much light is needed. This season, we were delighted to stumble across a selection of luminaires that did just that. In the new Plié Plissé Lamp, it’s pleated shade can be folded inwards or out. A simple gesture that allows it to provide both ambient and directional light. Aqua Creations, meanwhile, takes customisation a little further, with a stackable series of silk lanterns that can be personalised down to the very last detail. Known as the Code 130 collection, they promise to give you one more reason to look up and smile.

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HEART OF STONE We are creatures of five senses. And as design lovers, we only really thrive when all of them are in play. In keeping for this desire for tactility are a series of rich and inviting stones, used for the very first time in contemporary lighting. When paired with the soft sweep of a linen shade, they serve as C EBMEBRE R D E CDEE M 2 0220 12 1 6 23 4 5

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INTERIORS FURNITURE VS CLIMATE CHANGE Bridgman offers a sustainable home furniture solution to aid in the fight against climate change. Arundel Collection upholstered in sustainable recycled fabric options Experience soft Nori Seaqual Chenille fabric, made from 100% recycled materials and upcycled marine plastic. bridgman.co.uk

UP THE SHARD Introducing the Shard, a new three dimensional, textural statement chandelier crafted from fine bone china. Available in two sizes, a laser-cut British-made steel frame acts as the chassis onto which either 30 or 42 biscuit finish matt bone china tiles are suspended. Made by hand at Original BTC’s Stoke factory, the long, rectangular tiles feature a raised ribbed section and contrasting smooth sides, to create a particularly decorative ambient light output. “The multi-faceted forms work to maximise the material’s translucency, luminosity and versatility,” explains Director Charlie Bowles. originalbtc.com

MAMMA MIA! With its clean lines and gentle curves, the Mia sideboard channels ercol’s timeless, enduring aesthetic. A stylistically versatile storage solution, Mia is perfectly at home in contemporary or modern country interiors. ercol.com

TIMELESS CLASSIC As we approach 2022, many of us will be looking to revamp our homes to welcome in the new year, but choosing new additions can be difficult when trends and aesthetics evolve so quickly. However, while certain trends will come and go, there will always be classic designs that never go out of style – none more iconic than the Chesterfield. darlingsofchelsea.co.uk 2 5684 DDEECC EM B EBRE 2R0 2210 2 1 EM

PARTY PIECE Heating & Plumbing London is launching the perfect party catalyst, a brand new collection of colourful Champagne buckets and glass charms (we call them Champagne Charmers!). The charms are designed to be attached to the stem of each glass, so they don’t get mixed up. Eight charms, eight personalities. Who is the dapper? Who is fabulous? heating-and-plumbing.com

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How to create a gallery wall

2. Find a common theme or colour

gallery wall is a wonderful way to add interest and personality to a space. Never underestimate the power of art to set the tone and energy in any room. Sometimes choosing a single piece of wall art just isn’t possible - making a gallery wall the perfect soution. Here are Mineheart’s top 5 tips to create a high impact, cohesive gallery display for your interior.

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Many people find that their gallery wall works best with a little order and consistency. You might choose a series of water images, for example, or perhaps animals or scenes. You may also want to theme the wall around a certain colour or set of colours that match your decor.

3. Mix up your frames The most effective gallery walls mix up the frame types and sizes of artworks so that the display is a little haphazard. Many of our wall art designs come with a series of frame options to suit your space.

4. Choose portrait and landscape Choosing all portrait-orientation art can look a little too contrived, so make sure you have a mix of orientations to suit the space and keep things a little unpredictable.

“The most effective gallery walls mix up the frame types and sizes of artworks so that the display is a little haphazard”

“Place your largest piece to the left or right of centre, and fit the other artworks around it”

5. Plan the space Once you have collected all the pieces you want to display on your gallery wall, experiment with the layout. Measure your chosen wall space and plot out the dimensions on the floor using masking tape. Place your largest piece to the left or right of centre, and fit the other artworks around it, giving each one adequate space. Far easier than trying to do it on the wall!

The idea behind Mineheart is to create a playground for creativity and adventure, where fantasy meets design, and dreams meet industry. We try to inject a sense of wonder into everyday objects and the spaces around us, telling stories and creating objects that are far from ordinary, they must be extraordinary in order to meaningfully exist. Within the Mineheart wonderland, everyday objects that include wallpaper, wall art, lighting furniture and home accessories, are more than just functional, they contain stories, love, art and poetry. mineheart.com NE OM V EBMEBRE R DEC 2 0220 12 1 6 27 6 5

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CHRISTMAS GIFTS: BEST Herbs, houseplants, horticultural design and practical tips are all covered by these festive reads. By Hannah Stephenson

ancy buying your loved one a gardening book for Christmas? Whether they are into practical skills, coffee table inspiration, organic methods or sustainability, there’s a book out there that’ll be perfect for gardening fans. Leafing through some of the best, here’s our pick of the crop for festive flora and fauna reads… Winter Gardens: Reinventing The Season by Cedric Pollet (Frances Lincoln, £20) Snuggle up with a hot toddy to appreciate the icy beauty of winter gardens at their best. The book features fantastic photos, showing how gardens can be transformed into fairy tale hideaways, if you use the right plants. The book highlights 20 gardens in Britain and France and the plants and landscaping they have used to create a cornucopia of luminous colours, when everything else in the garden is looking bare.

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‘The Eighth Wonder Of The World’: Exbury Gardens And The Rothschilds by Lionel de Rothschild and Francesca Murray Rowlins (Exbury Gardens Limited, £30) Anyone who has ever visited Exbury Gardens in Hampshire and delighted in its stunning 200 acre woodland garden and admired its blousy, beautiful rhododendrons, will appreciate this coffee table thumper of a book whose subject gardens recently celebrated their centenary. It all began in 1919 when Lionel de Rothschild pursued his love of woody plants by creating a garden where they would thrive. The gardens first opened to the public in 1955 and this book, written by his grandson and namesake, charts the history of the garden right up the the present. Readers can pore over the collections of rare plants, shrubs and trees, which are still on show today. If you’ve never been to Exbury Gardens and you read this, it’ll be top of your list to visit.

Simply Flower Arranging: A Step-by-Step Guide by Judith Blacklock (The Flower Press Ltd, £18.99) Your loved one may know how to grow flowers, but do they know how to arrange them? They could find help in this easyto-follow guide from a top flower arranger, who presents some truly inspirational ideas. How to create eyecatching displays when you are entertaining, or even if you fancy some quirky floral forms, Blacklock will have the answer, both for contemporary and classic homes.

Herb by Mark Diacono (Quadrille, £26) If you have a foodie in the family who has decided they want to grow their own herbs, this excellent plot-to-plate exploration from the food writer and gardener Mark Diacono will provide some inspiring ideas and information. He shares techniques at the heart of growing, explaining how to prepare and use herbs well, enabling you to make delicious food that’s as rewarding in the process as it is in the end result. The book features a compendium of recipes as well as techniques on how to grow herbs and change the way you cook with them at home, enabling budding gardeners and cooks to capture flavours to use.

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Thirteen Ways To Smell A Tree by David George Haskell (Gaia, £12.99) Ever considered how a tree smells? Or how a tree might evoke memories of childhood, or a particular time in a particular place? This dip-in, dip-out offering would be perfect to peruse in a quiet moment over the festive season. Written by biologist, award-winning author and academic, David George Haskell, it contains 13 beautifully written essays that explore the evocative scents of trees, from the conker tree that takes us back to childhood, to the pine tree hanging from the rear-view mirror.

Rebugging The Planet by Vicki Hird (Chelsea Green, £12.99) Even if your gardening loved one has a phobia about insects, this fascinating little tome may convert them into turning over a new leaf about creepy crawlies, given their importance to the planet. After all, a world without bugs would mean no flowers, no trees, no crops and no food. More than 40% of insect species are at risk of extinction while a third more are endangered, warns environmental campaigner Vicki Hird, who says it’s up to us to rebug our attitudes. She looks at the solutions for rebugging, offering tips, advice and activities including rewilding, making bug-friendly choices with food and clothes and learning how to rebug a variety of spaces.

The Green Indoors by Maddie and Alice Bailey (Hardie Grant, £16.99) So, we all know the popularity of houseplants soared during lockdown, and this book will offer inspiration to those who may not have had much luck with indoor plants in the past. The authors will not only find you the perfect houseplant, but will show you where to put it and how to relocate plants to improve their growth and help them thrive. The book is broken down by environment – Extreme Sun and Heat, Dry Air and Central Heating, Deep Shade, High Humidity and Draughty – each chapter offering tips on reconfiguring your living space and improving your plants’ longevity, growth and vibrancy.

Grow Organic Salad Leaves And Greens by Charles Dowding (Green Books, £14.99) Charles Dowding has long been encouraging gardeners to grow their own in the easiest way possible, using ‘no-dig gardening’ so you won’t break your back doing it. No matter how large the plot or small the windowsill, budding growers can learn how to master the secrets of the seasons so they can have a tasty crop whatever the weather. As well as traditional favourites, the book features less wellknown salad leaves along with recipes to get the most flavour out of them. It’s an ideal gift for anyone who wants to lower their carbon footprint and cut the cost of their shopping bills. C EBMEBRE R D E CDEE M 2 0220 12 1 6 29 7 1

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How to Master the Art of

Eccentric Interiors Satement Art Work

Art work is the centrepiece of a room, the master act and creates a revived feel to a room. Choosing the right artwork can be a challenge, so choosing pieces that are unique and rare are always the best choice for achieving an eccentric interior style. Bold and bright art work brings a focal point and highlights the different elements of space, whilst creating a scene in more spacious areas of your interior. Bright coloured artwork with a whitty theme about them work best to create a loud and uncommon interior.

Weird and Wonderful Lighting

old, bright and Busy interiors are rocketing in popularity, with less people wanting to stick to the norm and more of us gravitating towards joyful and playful interior designs that uplift the mood and atmosphere of the home. To master the look takes an understanding of colour co-ordination, accent home decor pieces and quirky additions to add a dash of energy and style. Here are our top picks to help you achieve the look.

Eccentric and unique Home accessories The art of eccentric interiors all come back to embracing the peculiar and out of the ordinary. Home accessories are ultimately like jewellery, going for bold and eye catching decorative pieces mould and shape the theme of your interior. Home accessories are one of THE most important features that assist to bring out the playfulness and humour in the style theme.

Bright and Textured Wallpaper Using Block colour effect wallpaper designs shout flamboyance and confidence. Using darker coloured wallpaper creates a more ‘coocooing’ space, whilst more complicated, smaller detailed designs work best if you don’t want your wall dressings to dazzle and create noise, whereas bolder, brighter colours merge in with unique home decor and accessories, working in harmony to create a fabulously busy yet structured space. 2 8740 DDEECC EM B EBRE 2R0 2210 2 1 EM

Lighting is something that can be quite difficult to get right, and can be easily over or under done. Contrasting bright designs with warm, moody lighting creating a dramatic space. There is no better way that to create that dazzling style than with accent, stylish and unique lighting pieces. Not only are they practically useful, they create ambeince, a category of mood and broadcast it around the room. Going for something out of the ordinary and unseen, is the best way to master that luxuriously quirky interior. mineheart.com

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Christmas gifts for the home From sassy stocking-fillers to hipster homewares, Sam Wylie-Harris shops the best bargain buys for stylish homebodies.

hether you’re pressie-hunting for something practical with purpose, a decorative showstopper or a little luxe, you don’t have to be spendy. When it comes to stylish and chic gifts for the home, there’s an endless treasure trove to choose from.

Gold OMG Balloon Ornament & Wall Décor, £39.95, Audenza A ‘gilty’ pleasure that’s oh-so tempting to gift yourself, shout it loud in your next shelfie or Zoom call with this statement deco, which can be wall mounted or free-standing.

Wrapping paper and ribbon at the ready, here’s what’s on our hot list…

Cheese Board With Set Of 2 Gold Knives, £45, Mint & May Crafted from acacia wood with integrated, magnetised gold knife slots and faux leather hanging strap, this cheese board is the perfect blank canvas for Camembert, Brie, Christmas Stilton and anything you fancy.

STAR By Julien Macdonald Champagne Cork Cruet Set, £22 (was £30), Freemans This chic cruet is a real corker! Silver plated and beautifully boxed.

Luxury Ruched Faux Fur Throw Blanket, £29.40 (was £40), Matalan With its generous folds of faux fur and rich, ruched effect, this luxuriously soft throw looks designer without the hefty price tag.

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Engraved Glencairn Gin Goblet, £10 – £11, Glencairn Just the tonic, you can’t go wrong with this crystal goblet with a lip and curve design to enhance those aromatics and botanicals. Bottoms up!

The White Company Winter Signature Candle, £20, The White Company An enduring classic – with enticing aromas of cinnamon, clove, orange and some spicy zing, this flame will burn beautiful and bright, long into the night.

Blue Feather 2022 A3 Home Organiser, £9.95, Emma Bridgewater Make event planning and socials a smooth ride all the way with this decorative diary, which doubles up as a planner with space for names. Great for busy families.

Set of 4 Perfect Paisley Dinner Plates, £25, Joe Browns Plates with panache. A paisley print always wins in the style stakes, especially when you team one of the bright colours – such as turquoise – with a twisted taper or wiggle candle in a corresponding colour.

Famous Faces Doorstops, £18 each, Graham & Green Bring a little red carpet glamour to the party with these decorative door wedges. Hand-painted and decidedly quirky.

Gold Standing Photo Frame, £15.95, Martha Brook Bring a little razzle-dazzle to their desk with this freestanding frame. To make it that much more special, pop a photo or significant snippet from a magazine inside.

Abigail Ahern Crocodile Table Lamp, £45, Freemans Make the most of those light-bulb moments with this standalone piece with personality and poise. Crocodile rock! Succulent in Hexagon Planter (20cm x 10cm x 7.5cm), £22, Matalan Who needs green fingers when you can style a sustainable succulent without the need for natural daylight? Faux fabulous. DECEMBER 2021 73

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NEW YEAR, NEW STYLE! My Furniture have introduced a wide array of stylish, modern new products to add shine and light to your interior this New Year.

featuring frosted glass shades and large opal globe bulbs. This stunning chandelier makes a gorgeous centrepiece for a room and is also available in a matching table light. Also new to the lighting collection is the stunning Bromley LED light. This contemporary table light with graphic hoop silhouette has a brushed brass finish and low energy LED light strip concealed within the structure.

he latest introduction from My Furniture is the beautiful new Altalune Dressing Mirror. Available in Champagne Gold or Silver finish, this gorgeous full length, floor standing mirror has three sections and has an Art Deco inspired silhouette. Also new is the stunning Elara Dressing Table mirror. This elegant celestial inspired dressing table mirror, available in brass or silver finish, features an eye-catching warm LED ring light, perfect for applying make-up on taking selfies! If you are looking for an even more glam dressing table mirror then feast your eyes on the Hollywood inspired, Melissa mirror. This illuminated mirror features 14 LED bulbs with dimmer switch and is available in white or silver.

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NEW MEDIA UNITS AND SIDEBOARDS Also new from My Furniture is a range of new stylish Sideboards/Media Units. The beautiful Hanna, Astrid and Eyos Sideboards are the perfect place to store books, glasses and nick-nacks of all shapes and sizes. These bold, statement sideboards feature durable, toughened glass with bevelled edges and playful graphic screen prints across the doors. Cable ports and adjustable shelves make this also ideal for use as a television or media unit. For further information visit: my-furniture.com

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Spring Summer 2022 Outdoor living trends preview

he frost may be setting in but the UK’s leading garden centre, Dobbies, is looking ahead to brighter days and has unveiled an exclusive first look at its Spring Summer 2022 collection. Not your average garden centre, the carefully curated ranges from Dobbies’ team of experts, has something to suit every style, size and budget. Dobbies’ 2022 outdoor living collection builds on the trend of blurring the line between indoors and out and celebrates the flexibility of our outdoor living spaces, with a whole host of new ranges and enhancements to customer favourites. Lynsey Abbott, Senior Buyer at Dobbies commented: “We’re delighted to unveil an exclusive preview of our Spring Summer 2022 collection that we’re confident has something for everyone. Our vision for this collection was to celebrate our outdoor

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spaces, no matter their size or location, and build on the importance of your garden being a sociable space and extension of your home. “Whether you use your outdoor space for dining, relaxing or spending time with family, the new collection will allow you to maximise your space and make the most of its flexibility, no matter your style. “From laid back dining sets, perfect for alfresco family meals, to contemporary drinks trolleys and bar sets to take your garden parties to the next level, the Spring Summer 2022 collection promises to help you make the most of your outdoor space, be it a balcony, courtyard, compact corner or sprawling lawn.” The all new outdoor 2022 themes:

SLOW LIVING A soulful theme that inspires us to slow down and appreciate the world around us. Muted tones and

“From laid back dining sets, perfect for alfresco family meals, to contemporary drinks trolleys and bar sets to take your garden parties to the next level, the Spring Summer 2022 collection promises to help you make the most of your outdoor space”

colours that change with the light mirror the way nature around us ebbs and flows. This theme features a number of new ranges, including Mazie which features a dark grey marl cushion and marble look printed glass tabletop; Turin, which is a great small space living option with balcony stacking set and modular conservational set; Avila, which is a contemporary resin range; the Sleek range which has been designed to be stackable and affordable; plus a colour update to our popular Chester range tor a stylish yet classic lift.

NATURAL ZEN An organic yet sophisticated blend of Japanese and Scandinavian design, East meets West in this contemporary, minimalistic style. A carefully curated range of modern styles that celebrate the simplicityof clean lines and beautiful shapes. Neutral tones are punctuated with sleek black and rose pink for a feminine touch. Furniture includes a mix of laid-back sofa sets, on-trend egg chairs and stylish dining options in cool grey tones. The new Astrid range has a strong indoor influence with textaline upholstery and exciting new pieces including a drinks trolley and a bar set. We’ve built on the popularity of the Tokyo set with a new sofa set and modern style swing seat. The Cintra family is new and has a modern shape, including wishbone chairs and a platform style sofa.

one of Dobbies’ top selling ranges, but for 2022 there are new configurations, such as a 6-seat bar set, and a new colour way in ‘pebble’. Our entry level Rio range is being extended with a stylish foldable sun longer and a 4-seat set.

CONTEMPORARY COUNTRY Urban dwellings inspired by a country cottage feel. Shades of green, inspired by rolling hills, are complemented by highlights of dusty pink to give this theme a more contemporary look and feel. Furniture includes classic and woven styles in rich and deep walnut tones. New for 2022 is the Copenhagen range, introducing a traditional design in walnut colour. This is a classic foldable range with an affordable price point. Also new is the Acacia Wooden Bench set, which is a classic style with a sustainable vibe. The new Florence range has a chunky ribbon weave, giving it a premium look, while our Tile Bistro set has an updated design which is perfect for small spaces.

GLOBAL FUSION A refined, blended look, inspired by the senses brought to life by travel. Chalky terracotta tones are married with pops of jaded teal for a worldly collection that evokes memories of past adventures and will bring a sense of zen and calm to your outdoor space. Handmade pottery, spices and sun-weathered architecture serve as inspiration for this theme. The new Lisboa line features a premium teak table with delicate black resin chairs. Alps remains

“Urban dwellings inspired by a country cottage feel. Shades of green, inspired by rolling hills, are complemented by highlights of dusty pink to give this theme a more contemporary look and feel”

LET’S CELEBRATE A bold, colourful theme that celebrates the joy of being together and appreciating what’s important in life. Bright pops of colour will inject personality and fun into your outdoor space, with form, functionality and value at the forefront of this theme alongside eye-catching aesthetics. A celebration of happiness, regardless of space, with outdoor living furniture and accessories specifically designed to work well in compact areas as well as larger lawns. The Freya set was a big hit in 2021 and has been enhanced for 2022 with a new pale pink option as well as a balcony and 4 seat set, while the Juno collection is also back offering a folding set with a parasol. Launching in stores across the UK and online from Spring 2022. dobbies.com C EBMEBRE R D E CDEE M 2 0220 12 1 7 27 7 9

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ntroducing Grand Angle, a behemoth of a sofa system combining Ligne Roset’s spirit of innovation with a distinctly 70s mood and aesthetic. Meticulously designed, the multi-faceted Grand Angle allows for the creation of both 90° and 45° compositions. Highly flexible and extraordinarily comfortable, its articulated back enables one to rest one’s head in a multitude of positions and to vary the depth of the seat according to the sitter’s height and body shape, by use of an inverted chain system. Showcasing the peerless skills of Ligne Roset’s upholsterers, Grand Angle features “sunburst pleat” stitching which holds the fabric tightly in place and enables the back to roll up perfectly, answering designer Dorner’s brief to create an adaptive seat depth whilst retaining consistency of appearance. Grand by name and grand by nature, Grand Angle includes four distinct elements: two sizes of fireside chair, left and right-facing corner sofas, a footstool and a sofa, available with either a high, narrow armrest, or a lower, wider armrest, designed to be sat on. The deep, dense cushions are made from a combination of three components - Bultex foam, ultra flexible foam and feathers – to create almost unrivalled comfort. Washable removable covers offer easy maintenance and peace of mind, so you can lie back and r elax…. Grand Angle by Marie Christine Dorner for Ligne Roset. Manufactured in-house in rural France. From £5919 for a large settee. Modular combinations from £6585

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Evoke Christmas joy with sustainable homeware gifts from Tom Raffield’s artisan, handcrafted collection.

ith the season of giving and togetherness fast approaching, the time is nigh to discover thoughtful gifts for your loved ones. Shining a spotlight on sustainable and ethically crafted homeware designs, Tom Raffield’s curated 2021 gift guide features more ecological designs than ever before. Sustainably designed and handcrafted in South Cornwall, Tom Raffield homeware designs are synonymous with nature; each product is hand-shaped using sustainable wood and created as sculptural pieces of art using a pioneering form of steam bending. “With a greener outlook, Raffield’s high quality artisan designs are both meaningful and kind to our planet. Each piece is handcrafted to order from their workshop in Falmouth, Cornwall – meaning each design is one-ofa-kind.” - Tom Raffield, Founder. This season, the brand’s thoughtfully created gift guide features some of their most recognisable and best-selling lighting, furniture and accessories, plus new designs guaranteed to enthral and be treasured for decades to come. The Christmas edit promotes responsible buying, highlights the importance of considered, eco-friendly design and showcases gifts that will become heirlooms of the future. 80 DECEMBER 2021

ARTUS TABLE LIGHT Fine, ethereal dowel is slotted into a laser-cut birch ply base to shroud an exposed filament bulb. Intricately placed, each illuminated Artus Table Light distributes kaleidoscopic, vertical shadows that mesmerise the eye of the beholder.

SKIPPER PENDANT SMALL TILNER MIRROR Showcasing minimalist design at it’s finest, the Tilner Mirror invites reflection whilst brightening interiors. Designed for smaller spaces, the sustainably sourced oak base holds a gently curving round mirror. Suited well within bathrooms or bedrooms, the Tilner Mirror makes the perfect gift for the skincare lover in your life.

A smaller alternative to Tom’s iconic Skipper Pendant. Formed from sustainably sourced ash, oak or walnut wood, each Skipper Pendant Small is individually handcrafted by a skilled craftsperson using a dry construction method to last over a lifetime.

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LOG LOOP

A contemporary and versatile addition to any space, the fluid form of the Lundy Shelf showcases Tom Raffield’s skilled craftsmanship and unique steam bending technique. Two curvaceous lengths of ash wood mimic twisted leather straps whilst supporting a solid wood shelf with brushed brass details, to create an intuitive place to store books, plants, and accessories.

Two dynamic hoops of steam bent oak join together in a marriage of form and function. The Log Loop celebrates the brand’s signature curved aesthetic and honours their favourite natural material - wood. Perfect for those cosy evenings gathered around a fire with your loved ones.

LEVEN PENDANT SMALL Casting a gentle spotlight on specific areas or corners of interiors, the Leven Pendant Small brings structured beauty in abundance. Secured at the seams with four brass accented rivets, each arching layer of sustainably sourced wood builds a balanced silhouette of careful craftsmanship.

ARCHER TABLE LIGHT Inspired by industrial simplicity, the Archer Table Light features a steam bent oak base, accented by a brass light fitting that nestles into its architectural, timeless silhouette.

THE GREEN RANGE Just in time for the giving season, the sustainable homeware brand has released three new additions to their ever-popular Green Range. With each unique design as versatile as the next, the Green Range boasts playful biophilic-inspired homeware that make for perfect gifts and can be enjoyed year-round.

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