CONTENTS November 2014
FASHION, BEAUTY & HEALTH
9 Love Christmas at Boux 10 The Ultimate Budget-friendly Autumn Fashion Guide
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Style Me Up! This Month - The Coat Fashion Hottest In Store This Month 16 Sumptuous Faux Fur Finds 9 Tips to Make Your Makeup Look Better How to Apply Fake Lashes in 3 Simple Steps What Happens to Your Body When You Skip a Meal? Be Strong Instead of Skinny Reasons to Hire a Wedding Planner Alternative Wedding Favours Fix Up Look Sharp
COVER MODEL : Larisa Volitskaya
PUBLISHER & MARKETING BRYAN ZAMMIT
EDITOR IN CHIEF & SALES BIANCA ZAMMIT
GRAPHIC DESIGNER
CHRISTOPHER BORGE
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COVER PHOTOGRAPHY & EDITING
BabyStepps - Loosing Ella BabyStepps - Finding OB Jelly Babies Nursery Totally Exposed - Katrine Borge Bridal Room
HOUSE & HOME
CONTRIBUTING WRITER Sean Acris
REAL LIFE
46 Kitchen Countertops We Love
Joanna Kustra
PHOTOGRAPHERS ASSISTANT Aleksandra Koza
Cover Makeup Artist Aimee Balestrino
Hair Stylist
Natalie Blyth (Fresh Image Pampering)
Cover Stylist
Bianca Zammit
Location
O’Callaghan Eliott Hotel
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EVERY ISSUE
B Obsessions - The Bandage Dress Revlon Showcase - Colorstay Gel Envy Gib Social Scene Horoscopes Confessions of... Shyanne Azzopardi
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PUBLISHER & EDITOR’S
LETTER
BRYAN & BIANCA ZAMMIT
November 2008
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Welcome to the 6th anniversary issue of B Magazine! For many people B Magazine is the printed/digital words they read, a neat little site with a Facebook page, an email address to send things to, a monthly collection of voices and words. And that’s great - that’s what we strive for, the successful presentation of all the hard work, of a streamlined creative process that produces results. Reflecting on the last 6 years, we’ve sat down to do a headcount of our many publications: 73 B Magazines have been published to date. We’ve met and spoken to so many new and interesting people, we’ve explored a lot of themes and different mediums of expression, thanks to our awesome contributors, supporters and team. We’ve even got to stretch our legs at real events more recently such as “Walk for Life”. So what next? New shifts and changes are occurring for us, new goals and ideas and maybe better ways to work, for our writers and contributors. We’re taking into account the suggestions we’ve received from our readers and people we’ve worked with - regarding themes, ideas, layout, etc. B Magazine itself has grown much bigger, compared to the little idea we had pre launch November 2008. All we know is that 6 years later our lives still revolves around B Magazine, the articles, advertisers, photographers, makeup artists, hair stylists, models, the fashion and the issues we cover. We are particularly happy that many of our contributors have become our friends. The same applies to our supporters. These days’ creative collaborators adorn our covers and our pages, so a big thank you especially this year to Christopher Borge, Joanna Kustra, Aleksandra Koza, Debbie Goodman and Natalie Blyth for always being there for the magazine, not forgetting our most recent contributors Aimee Balestrino, Sean Vincent Acris and Maxine Sene thank you all for your time. To our 6,100 plus Facebook fans, thank you for your support and last but definitively not least to all our advertisers for the past six years, thank you for placing your trust in B Magazine to promote your business. As we build the magazine it would be fantastic to hear any feedback about what you like, what you want more of, how you feel we can continue to grow, and any general feedback about the issues. Our arms, ears and eyes are open; we’d love to hear what you have to say. Send us an e-mail to bmag@gibtelecom. net or join our Facebook group and leave your comments at www.facebook.com/groups/Gib.BMag/. Plus, once you join our group you can read the magazine online, just in case you weren’t fast enough to pick up a copy.
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On a final note we would like to remind our readers that Christmas is right around the corner, so if you haven’t yet booked your Christmas lunch/dinner, what are you waiting for? Both MAMMA MIA (200 64444) and PAPARAZZI (200 69966) are now taking Christmas bookings. With a ‘no fixed menu’ you can order from our very extensive menu, so you can eat and spend as much or as little as you like at your Xmas party, without having to be committed to spending between £30 and £50 per head for a reduced menu. Both restaurant menus can be found within the magazine. Until then, thanks for sticking around for another year and we hope you enjoy B Magazine’s 6th anniversary issue. See you in December! B&B
Hervé Leger Cutout Metallic Bandage Mini Dress £967
Hervé Leger Bandage Dress £1,075
Hervé Leger Ardell Bandage Dress £858
Hervé Leger Ellen Bandage Gown £1,046
Hervé Leger Cutout Bandage Gown £1,433
If you’re a fan of the bandage dress, you’ve probably heard of Hervé Leger. The brand is famous for its fashion-forward and sexy bandage dress styles. Hervé Leger created by designer Hervé L. Leroux was the first brand to produce the bandage dress. Leroux used materials that were super stretchy to mould to the female shape, making the dresses incredibly sultry and figure flattering. The bandage dress is basically made up of separate strips of thick stretchy fabric sewn together to create a dress. Not only do bandage dresses suck you in, but they smooth out your shape, which is why they’re so incredibly popular. If you don’t believe it, head over to a shop that sells bandage dresses and slip one on. Every woman wants a dress that’ll make her look better, and the bandage dress definitely does the trick.
Pussycat London Bandage Dress with Leopard Top £37 Rare Off Shoulder Bandage Dress in Contrast £34
Lipsy Bandage Dress with Lace Cami Top £55
The incredibly sexy and flattering dress has a lot of fans. From celebs such as Jennifer Lopez, Sofia Vergara, Adriana Lima, the Kardashians and Miranda Kerr, the bandage dress is definitely a ‘must have’ in every fashionista’s closet. So, get ready to up the va-va-voom factor and try one on for yourself.
Lipsy Bandage Bodycon Dress with Contrast Lace Top £50
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Karen Millen Bandage Dress in Striped Spacedye £160
Karen Millen Bandage Dress in Stripe with Full Skirt £160
Lipsy Bandage Maxi Dress with Plunge Neck £75
Forever Unique Donatella Embellished Peplum Bandage Dress £330
ASOS Bandeau Bandage Midi Dress £40
The Ultimate Budget-Friendly Autumn Fashion Guide The November issues of our beloved glossies are brimming with out-ofthis-world apparel, but sadly most of the drool-worthy pieces come with astronomical price tags. We’re here to tell you outfitting yourself headto-toe in on-trend duds doesn’t have to cost the same as rent. Don’t believe us? Consider this autumn fashion guide (everything is less than £100!) proof positive that those of us with tight budgets can still participate in a fashion feast this season. Dig in…
ALDO
Olenalla Zip Side Heeled Ankle Boots
£99
ASOS
Encore Pointed Shoe Boots
£48
ASOS
Rib Turban Headband
£6
ASOS
2 Stripe Over The Knee Socks
£5
Ted Baker
Mini Cross Body Bag
£69
Dune
Dorisey Structured Bag in Berry
£69
River Island
Faux Fur Collar Cocoon Coat
£90 BMAG 10
Bellfield
Faux Sheepskin Coat
£70
G-Star
Denim Shirt
New Look
£95
Cable Cardigan
Pull&Bear
£24.99
Vest Dress
£22.99 Glamorous
PU Legging
£20
One
Teaspoon Lady Magnum Dress in Milano Jersey
Religion
£99
Acid Harmonize Wash Skinny Jeans
£65 Barts
Wendy Poncho
£69.99 Pepe Jeans
Cable Knit Cardigan with Belt
£95
American Apparel
Wildfox
T-Shirt With Oversized Heart Print
£70
Karl Largerfeld
D Frame Sunglasses
£86
Reversible MultiColoured Belt
£44
Johnstons
Zig Zag Tip Scarf
£51
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Theory The Perfect Cotton Poplin Shirt £167
Aurelie Bidermann Gold Heart Ring £175
Brand Jake Mid-Rise Slim Boyfriend Jeans £225 Givenchy Seventeen Watch in Gold PVD Plated Stainless Steel £858 Michael Kors Wool, Angora & Cashgora Blend Coat £2,408
Chloe Drew Leather Shoulder Bag £833
Nicholas Kirkwood Suede & Elaphe Pumps £429
TOTAL
£5,095
Ariat Triumph Liberty Stretch Pique Show Shirt £79 Maria Black Monocle Gold Plated Phalanx Ring £54
BLK DNM 8 High-Rise Skinny Jeans £108 A.P.C. Atelier de Production et de Creation Manteau Chesterfield Wool Blend Coat £342 BMAG 12
Michael Kors Ritz Gold Tone & Acetate Watch £175 Diane Von Furstenberg Micro Mini Quilted Leather Shoulder Bag £133
TOTAL
Tory Burch Nicki Point-Toe Leather Flats £179
£1,070
Bulax Sweatshirt with Leather Panels £73
Fuprem Biker Jacket in Wool with Faux Shearling Collar £194
Foncho Poncho with Fringing in Tartan Check £83 Dakota Jeans in Coated Black £98
ELEVEN PARIS
Emacon Plain Bow Icon Bag £39
Skater Dress in Tangerine £129
Dress with Lace Collar £139 Gynia Bow Bracelet £29
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T-Shirt in Acid Wash with Studded Shoulder £65
Full Skirt with Faux Leather Trim £130
Limited Edition Peep Toe Shoe Boots £225 Dress in Embroidered Lace Mesh £235
KAREN MILLEN
Oversized Floral Print Kimono Top £22.99
Luna Loafer Flat Shoes £17.99
Popcorn Chiffon Shirt £17.99
Teddy Jumper £22.99
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Faux Fur Finds
Embrace the season’s most luxurious trend with these faux fur pieces, from autumnal hues to playful colour pop palettes, there is something for everyone, guaranteed to keep you warm and on-trend this autumn and winter.
Faux Fur Long Patchwork Collar
£35
Add a touch of old time glamour to your dressy winter looks with this delicious patchwork collar. Pair it with a shift dress, court shoes and a red lipstick to match the bright-patched fur.
Faux Fur Block Long Scarf
£35
Mir Faux Fur Scarf
Add a playful accent and pop of colour to your outfit with this scarf. Simply shrug over shoulders for a sophisticated on-trend style.
£58
This scarf piece boasts faux fur and on-trend block colours in autumnal hues. Comfortable and stylish, this gorgeous piece is ideal for pairing with a multitude of outfits for a bohochic trend this season.
Daisy Clutch Bag
£185
Cult fashion label Shrimps offers a bright colour pop in the winter season with their playful palette. Add a dose of vibrancy to your look with this pink and red clutch bag, crafted from ultrasoft fur. Hold in hand and pair with pared-down attire for an enviable statement style.
Wildcat Cossack Hat
hona Snood
£36
£39
Keep warm this winter with this hat, it’s guaranteed to add some extravagant glamour to any outfit.
Wrap this oh-so-sweet snood around your neck for a soft and sophisticated style, keeping you looking elegant and cosy in the colder months.
Faux Fur Headband
£12
Wrap your head around this fantastic faux fur headband for a luxurious look and snug feel this autumn and winter. Comfortable and plush, this can be that extra little touch to your outfit that you’re looking for. BMAG 16
Brit Candy Scarf Burgundy
£110
Wrap this scarf around your shoulders for a playful and chic look. Team with contrasting ensembles to create a quirky seasonal style.
Crossover Snood
£25.99
Update your outfit and wardrobe instantly with this snood keeping you looking elegant and cosy throughout the cold seasons. Pair with a long coat and boots for instant snug sophistication.
Luxe Faux Fur Jacket
£85
Add a luxurious layer to your outfit with this jacket. Shrug over shoulders with a dress and heels for a glamorous after-dark ensemble.
Faux Fur Collar Bomber Jacket
£68
This cool statement bomber jacket is ideal for layering over a multitude of outfits this season. Wear with jeans and boots for a trendy standout look.
Mabel Coat
£595
Kumiko Faux Fur Coat
Round Neck Fur Jacket
£69.99
Embrace this season’s tactile trend with this standout jacket. Crafted from a luxe faux fur and cut to a flattering mid-length, this coat is ideal for keeping you warm in chic style.
Faux Fur Gillet
£79
This luxe faux fur gillet boasts a stylish finish in natural autumnal hues and is ideal for layering over weekend outfits for an ultimate boho-chic look. BMAG 18
£275
Layer up in luxury this season with this sumptuously soft coat. Simply throw on over smart separates or your favourite shirt for an enviably chic look.
Faux Fur Ombre Effect Coat
£95
This statement coat is a cool and contemporary take on a capsule wardrobe essential. Team with pared-back separates and let this coat take centre stage.
For faux fur with a luxe spin, invest in this coat. With its ultra soft touch and contrasting panels of pink, blue and navy, this gorgeous coat is a must have. This piece is ideal for keeping you warm in playful style all through the winter months and beyond.
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NEW!
Revlon ColorStay Gel Envy
Revlon unveils ColorStay Gel Envy Longwear Nail Enamel, the newest innovation in the ColorStay franchise. This pioneering nail collection holds all the cards, providing brilliant colour, gel-shine and long lasting wear in an easy at-home 2-step system. COLOUR + B A S E
Revlon ColorStay Gel Envy Longwear Nail Enamel pairs base coat and colour in one combined formula for convenient, timesaving application. With the formula containing optical brighteners your nails will be provided with superior, vivid colour.
COLOR S TAY GEL E N VY D IAMO N D TO P COAT
The hardwearing finishing touch in the 2-step system is our revolutionary ColorStay Gel Envy Diamond Top Coat. This glossy topcoat has been developed to compliment the ColorStay Gel Envy. Nail Enamel formula, providing protective coating for extra long lasting strength and shine. Revlon ColorStay Gel Envy Longwear Nail Enamel and ColorStay Gel Envy Diamond Top Coat, a winning pair, providing a salon quality manicure in two, easy steps.
F EATURE S / B E N E F IT S :
• Flawless, salon-quality colour with life-resistant wear • Revolutionary Top Coat for long-lasting strength and shine • 30 vibrant, easy-to-remove shades
B TI P S :
Brush on the base + colour in one, and then finish with the protective ColorStay Gel Envy Diamond Top Coat for superior strength. Together, they create vivid colour, brilliant shine and gorgeous life-resistant wear.
Ava i l a b l e i n 3 0 s h o w s t o pp i n g s h a d e s :
RRP
£6.99
This product allows you to take centre stage, whatever your mood.
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Do you spend hours standing at the bathroom mirror struggling to apply a pair of false eyelashes only to end up looking like a something out of a horror movie? If you’re in the mood for full, fluttery lashes but not up to the daunting task of applying them, we have a few tried-andtrue steps that might change your mind. Follow our tips for dramatic fringe sans the drama.
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Jelly Babies TO OPEN A SECOND NURSERY in the South to cater for the many young families that live there.
Early this year JELLY BABIES Nursery opened its doors at West Place of Arms, Corral Road… it’s aim was to provide a safe, bright, clean and friendly environment for children aged 3 months to 5 years, where your child could grow as an individual in a comfortable setting with experienced staff. Managed by Lizanne Lewis, a popular person linked with nurseries for many years, it is fast becoming one of the favourite nurseries in Gibraltar. Jelly Babies, unlike many of the nurseries in Gibraltar, was designed and built as a nursery. This means that it was built to a specific high standard where the safety of children was uppermost in the design brief with specific rooms built to cater for the different age groups. At JELLY BABIES 1 there are various rooms: The Caterpillar Room, The Dragonfly Room and The Bumblebee Room. This last room also caters for after school children and children on summer holidays and midterm. The nursery is also equipped with a supervised technology room, which caters for the older children during these school breaks. Nine months down the line, this nursery has met its own very high aims and standards. AND NOW… as from the new term starting January 2015, JELLY BABIES 2 is opening its doors at Rodger’s Road to cater for the many young families who live in the South District. Please check our Facebook page to learn about the days and times when the nursery will be open so that parents can meet our staff and see the nursery first hand. You will note that this one has also been designed and build specifically as a nursery and follows the same philosophy in all aspects both physically and in its curriculum and activities. One added bonus for parents who have their children in St. Joseph’s nursery in either of the sessions, is that Jelly Babies staff will collect or drop off your child at St. Joseph’s school nursery FREE OF CHARGE as part of the facilities that the nursery offers. They also have the normal collection/drop-off service if you so require but this is obviously not a free service. Opening Hours Both Jelly Babies Nurseries opening hours are 8am till 5pm. The day is split into two sessions, opening hour - 12pm and 1pm-5pm. They are open every weekday all year round excluding bank holidays and a week at Christmas. Arrangements can be made to cater for parents who wish to collect their children after the official closing time.
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JELLY BABIES 1 & 2 will cater for babies up until they are walking and steady on their feet. The babies follow their own home routine as closely as possible in respect of feeding and sleep times. There is a soft play and sensory area along with a separate sleeping and rest area. The nurseries have a variety of activities for the children; they use colours, shapes, numbers and the alphabet to help with the children’s learning and development. The children are welcomed into an enthusiastic, positive and caring environment. The nurseries cater for children the year before they start Government preschool and also have their own pre-school group where children are fully prepared for going into the school system. The main emphasis is on learning through play. Each day in the Bumblebee Room the children are able do an educational activity including early writing, reading and mathematical awareness. The children are encouraged to take part in a creative activity and have access to a planned activity to develop their understanding of the world around them. Although there is no outside play area at Jelly Babies, we regularly take the children on walks to explore the surrounding area. During the nursery morning we also have exercise time including dancing, group games and ball games. WHETHER YOU LIVE IN OR AROUND THE TOWN AREA OR THE SOUTH DISTRICT, OR EVEN THE CATALAN BAY AREA, JELLY BABIES IS YOUR NURSERY IN GIBRALTAR. Why not visit our premises at Unit 5 9/11 West Place of Arms Corral Road and see for yourself what makes us the best nursery in Gibraltar. Watch this space and our Facebook page to arrange to view JELLY BABIES 2 before it opens its doors. For further information call us on 200 62378 or call Lizanne on 54017670.
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Photos by Little Lenses Photography
How did you have three babies? Was it planned (IVF) or natural?
“I did not have IVF, and it was shocking to say the least when I was told that I was expecting triplets. It wasn’t a bad kind of shock, as I immediately thought of it as a blessing, its when the doctor tells you of the risks of carrying three babies and how I could end up with no babies at all. I was told how my uterus might not be strong enough to carry them because I had already had a previous c-section with my eldest, Evan. It was at a private clinic in Spain that I was told I was carrying triplets and time after time I was advised to have a reduction, to which I insisted my babies would stay right there. If something had to happen it would be up to nature, but honestly I was pretty positive from day one that my babies would be just fine.”
What was your husband’s and your reaction when you found out you were have 3 babies? How did you tell your family and friends?
“My husband didn’t find out straight away as he was working when my mum took me for my first scan. I was only six weeks pregnant and was experiencing a lot of pain and spotting and we automatically assumed the worse, so we didn’t waste anytime. Little did we know, that not only I wasn’t miscarrying but that I was instead extremely pregnant!! I remember the doctor’s face when she started the ultrasound, there was a very concerning look on her face that got my mum and myself very worried. We kept asking if everything was ok and after a few minutes of awkward silence she broke the news. Telling my husband was actually quite funny… the night before my scan my family was joking about telling Peter that I might be expecting twins, as it does run in my family, a joke that he didn’t find very amusing at the time. So, I called him up and told him he was right, I wasn’t expecting twins after all, that we were in fact expecting triplets. I was still in shock myself so I broke out laughing after saying this, which made him think it was a joke. It took 10 minutes and a conversation with my mum for him to realise it was no joke. After phoning close family and friends to share the news I then shared a Facebook status that left everyone wondering what I was on about for the rest of the day, it read “Three, is magic number” it lead a few to believe I was expecting twins and Evan was the number one.”
She went from expecting a baby to expecting triplets! Katrine was very much surprised as her husband was when the doctor gave them the news. From her joys and challenges she faces every day, to her pains and aches during pregnancy and not knowing if her little miracles would survive, Katrine talks to B Mag about her life and living with triplets in this special issue of the magazine. “My life may be hectic and even crazy at times, but it’s also full of smiles, laughter and a lot of love. So far it has been an amazing journey and as the triplets get older, the more fun it’s becoming. I am in love with my beautiful family and like the fact that we are different.” It’s not every day you see women giving birth to triplets. That makes you a very special woman. What do you think is the biggest joy and biggest challenge of birthing three children at once?
“Carrying the triplets was hard from day one, I felt super lethargic, I couldn’t keep any food or drink in, which ended in numerous trips to hospital and me having to be admitted a few times due to dehydration. Apart from that as the pregnancy progressed and as my belly grew I also got terrible backaches and my feet and legs would go numb from the weight. Before I became pregnant I weighed 52kgs and by the time I gave birth I was 85kgs. I also had Braxton hicks very early, and by the time I was 24 weeks pregnant I was flown to London, where I was monitored constantly until the babies were born at 31 weeks and then strong enough to return home. The size of my belly and the weight I was carrying though didn’t stop me from keeping active though as everyday I would walk 1½ miles from Brockley to Lewisham only to get a light lunch and return by taxi and then nap for about two hours every single day.”
Tell us about your pregnancy and birth of the triplets. How did it all go?
“The babies were born via caesarean section at 31 weeks gestation after I went into spontaneous labour, my husband was over that weekend and was lucky to witness the whole thing. A very generous lady offered to pay for my husbands and sons flights. I’m glad he was there too since he is my rock, and I don’t think I could have done it without him. The experience of seeing them come out one by one was amazing but also very scary as nobody could guarantee all three would make it. I barely got a glimpse of them as each one of them was wheeled away immediately in there incubator’s. After the operation I was put in the recovery room, and that was when the consultant came to see us. My whole world crumbled as he explained how poorly little Bradley was and how he might not make BMAG 34
it through the night. All I wanted to do was to see my babies, to hold them, comfort them and tell them everything would be ok. Unfortunately I was not allowed to see them till the next day. It was heart breaking, especially since I was surrounded by babies in the maternity ward. I didn’t meet my beautiful boys until morning when my husband wheeled me up. Seeing them all with tubes wires and connected to all sorts of machines, including one that breathed for them, which was very overwhelming. I kept telling myself that this was the best place for them and how they were in the best hands possible, and they were. The staff at Kings College NICU were fantastic, and I will be eternally grateful to all of them for saving my babies lives. The boys remained in hospital for the next three weeks and progressed incredibly well, and by the time they were 33 weeks gestation, all three were drinking out of bottles beautifully. Did I mention they are the biggest triplets, ever to be born at Kings College Hospital? Cole was the tiniest at 3lbs 10oz followed my Alistair who weighed 3lbs 14oz and Bradley who weighed a whopping 4lbs and 1oz.”
Did you find out the sex of the babies or was it a surprise?
“I was told the gender of the babies at St Bernard’s hospital and then had it confirmed privately in Spain. When you are expecting three babies, you have to anticipate and be prepared.”
How did you come up the their names?
“The babies names, well I did have a poll going on my blog, but even that didn’t help us agree on three names until, my sister suggested going for A, B, and C names as that is what they were called in scans, once we agreed on that deciding on names was much easier, and a lot more fun.”
You have another son, how has he taken it?
“My son Evan was only three when his brothers came along… bless him, and contrary to what everyone warned me about, he was absolutely smitten by them from the day he met them. He is a very caring and kind boy and so he fell in love with them instantly.”
What would be a typical day at your house?
“A day in our house is hectic to say the least. My husband works shifts, so it’s usually just me with the boys, saying that even after a long shift he will come home and is a hands on Dad and brilliant at it too! On a weekday we start the day at 6:30am, as I have to give everyone breakfast change nappies, get Evan ready for school, some days a friend of mine will give Evan a ride in the mornings which takes a load of my shoulders to be honest, and I will return the favour by picking her daughter up after school when I go for Evan. While Evan is in school, I try and cram in as much housework as I can, and prepare lunch etc. I then pack the babies changing bags, bottles, etc and push my almost 60kgs of buggy and baby to school to get Evan, and on my way back I run any errands before returning home to feed everyone. On Mondays, Evan plays footie in the afternoon, so I get everyone ready again and we all go watch him practice. Other days we go to Commonwealth Wealth Park which all four of the boys love, especially the babies as they can roam free. The evenings are also a bit crazy at the ‘Casa Borge’, bath time, dinner and then bottles, and very rarely do all babies go down for the night at the same time.”
How long did it take you to see individual personalities appearing?
“Personalities started to show quite early on, I would say as early as four months. Alistair and Cole are much more affectionate and fussy while Bradley is very independent and likes to explore new territories, but is also a real sweetie… he’s my little wild child for sure!”
How do you mange your time? How do you balance domestic responsibilities and the children?
“I do what I can and when I can, everyone says I do a great job, I just see it as getting on with it really. When you are the parent of multiples you automatically become more organised and also learn what things take priority, especially those days when everyone is cranky and you just want to knock your head against the wall… it happens to the best of us lol. I’m a naturally positive and cheerful person though so that definitely helps, everything in life is how you look at it and I chose to be positive. I like waking up in the morning and putting my makeup on… I make it a point to get up a little earlier to make sure I have time for it. And of course I work out around my husband’s shifts. That is my time, whether going for a jog, or hiking up med steps, but it helps to keep me going. People often ask me how I find the energy, but honestly its working out that gives me the energy boost I need to survive the day, gets the blood pumping, it’s a natural stimulant.”
How much sleep do you get?
“Sleep? What is that you speak of?”
Do they wake each other up constantly?
“Bradley loves his sleep and would sleep through a storm. Alistair and Cole… well that’s another story, the hardly sleep and take it in turns to keep us up at night.” BMAG 35
Having a baby is already expensive. You have triplets and an eldest son. How much does it cost on a weekly basis? (Food, nappies, wipes, clothes, etc…)
“Ok, sit down for this one! We go through eight packs of nappies, four boxes of baby wipes, and about 8/10 tins of formula every single month. Then add biscuits, food, other snacks and clothes for four kids… you do the math. We do get special discount at Babylove and Mothercare gave us a buy two get the third one free discount on baby clothes for the first 6 months, and Piece of Cake sponsored the boys Christening and 1st birthday cakes. At the moment we don’t get any discounts on baby clothes though and that is by far the most expensive of all!”
Do you get any physical help and any financial help?
“As for financial help, apart from the family who will sometimes take the boys shopping for clothes etc, we get no other help. Physical help well my mum and sister will occasionally take the boys for a night so we can have some time for ourselves and my husband’s grandmother will do some laundry for us every week too and send everything back beautifully ironed which is of great help.”
Do people totally maul you in public?
“It takes me ages to walk down Main Street as we get stopped every few steps. People are always amazing to see triplets and since many locals followed my blog they love to stop and see how the babies are doing. Sometimes I get stopped by a multitude of tourists who want to meet the babies, like we are some sort of celebrities.”
People often say twins/triplets have an extra special bond. Has there ever been a time when you noticed an especially unique connection?
“There is definitely a special bond between them and it was clear to me while they were inside. Little Cole was so tiny when he was in NICU that when they switched him from the incubator to a cot, his tiny body couldn’t take the cold and had to be put straight back as he needed the extra heat. A few days later they tried again and still no luck, I then asked if we could put the altogether in a cot a few minutes and from then on Cole progressed very well and was out of the incubator the next day and doing brilliantly. To me this was enough proof of how strong their bond is. Saying this, I think Evan has a very special bond with his little brothers too and is very protective over them!”
How are your triplets doing today?
“The triplets are doing brilliantly, they are developing as they should be and apart from the occasional bout of bronchiolitis, which has had them admitted in hospital a few times, they are perfectly healthy and striving little boys. They are three little miracles and we have been very lucky, considering they were born so early.”
What is the most important aspect, according to you as a mum, of raising children? What qualities should a good mum possess?
“Love them with all that you are, cuddle them and hold them as much as you can, show them how loved they are. Teach them to be themselves and to treat everyone with respect and as they would want to be treated themselves. Teach them values and let them strive and become their own individuals, and whatever you do never compare them to their siblings, because we are all unique… even triplets. Simply do the best you can, and never let anyone tell you, you are doing it wrong because what works for one family might not work for another!” BMAG 36
Any last thoughts?
“Yes I would like to thank all those who have helped and supported us through this amazing journey… too many people to mention.”
Reasons to Hire a Wedding Planner KEEPS STRESS TO A MINIMUM
With a wedding planner taking care of everything, you’ll find you can just relax and let them take on the burden of planning every last detail. In the beginning, you might find yourself calling them at all hours of the day and night as you think of different things, but if you choose wisely, then fairly soon in the process, you should be able to feel comfortable that your needs and desires are in good hands. You had good reasons to hire a wedding planner, now let them do what they do best. Just breathe.
THEY KNOW PEOPLE
A good wedding planner that has been at it for a while will have a list of contacts that they can choose from for your big day. They’ll be knowledgeable about providing music, flowers, bartenders, photographers and so forth. Your wedding planner will have relationships with these vendors and be able to get you a much better price than you could have obtained for yourself.
UNFORESEEN CIRCUMSTANCES
Sometimes stuff happens when you least expect it, and when there are dozens of things going on during your big day or leading up to it, it’s entirely possible and should even be expected, that something you didn’t foresee will transpire. Your wedding planner has seen it all before and knows how to cope with unexpected crises.
BRINGS YOUR VISION TO LIFE
If you’ve always dreamed of a winter wonderland wedding, explain your vision to your wedding planner and watch it come to life. This is not their first rodeo, and they will be able to enhance your original vision in ways you could never imagine.
PREVENTS ARGUMENTS
Your wedding planner will keep you sane and therefore, you can be the loveable girl that your finance fell for and not a bridezilla. The same applies to your bridal party and immediate family. The wedding planner will run the show and you can send anyone that has any concerns directly to them. This will save your relationships.
ATTENTION TO DETAILS
The last thing you need to be doing as your wedding gets nearer, or even in the beginning stages, is worrying about little things or be having the big fear of forgetting something you’ll need. Your wedding planner loves to do this; that is their bread and butter.
YOU CAN FOCUS ON FUN!
When someone else that is capable, is responsible for every little thing about your wedding, all you have to do is show up looking beautiful. You’re only a bride once (hopefully), and you should take the time when your wedding draws close, to pamper yourself and just have fun. Do enjoyable things with your bridesmaids, decide on your hair and makeup, and just enjoy being single for a few more days! BMAG 38
To ensure one of the most wonderful days of your life goes off without a hitch, review these reasons to hire a wedding planner, and then decide if this would work for you. Do you really have the time involved to do this yourself? How much help do you think you can realistically count on from the groom, before turning into a bridezilla? If you agree there are sufficient reasons to hire a wedding planner, then the next step is securing one that is right for you.
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Daniel & Bonnie Guerrero
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Gareth & Jezebel Pincho
Leigh & Leandra Ghio
5th June 2014 - Little Chapel of Flowers, L a s Ve g a s , Ne va d a , U S A
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Non-edible wedding favours have come a long way. In fact, so have edible wedding favours. It used to be that wedding favours were little piles of sugared almonds presented in a pretty fashion or maybe a matchbook printed with the couple’s names and wedding date. These were normally part of the place setting for the formal meal. These days, however, wedding favours are inventive, creative and interesting, both in content and presentation. If you are looking for ideas for non-edible wedding favours, here you go:
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Hello Gentlemen! I hope you are all enjoying the new season. So far SVA has given you all a head start as to what trends are necessary for AW’14, along with some good housing keeping rules on keeping yourselves ‘perfectly groomed’.
By Sean Vincent Acris
So what’s next you ask? Well it’s about time we take some good measures into finding the correct suit for you. This November SVA would like to share with you 4 essential looks that are suitable for any scenario you might be thrown into. Make sure you are ready and have your ‘action-man wardrobe’ set to go! Take Notes…
Italiano
Leisurely, sophisticated & sexy No matter the season, be prepared to swagger and sway the Italiano way! Take it from the boys of Roma and Milano riding down town on their Vespas – It’s all about colour, mischievous prints and a stunning pair of Italian leather loafers to get this look in the bag. Needless to say Italian men aren’t shy of fashion and neither should you be. Make a two-piece suit your new staple and best friend that you can drag around town from morning to night and be the life and soul of the party.
Where to be seen:
Hopping from café to bar to nightclub
Complimentary accessory: Prada loafers
Preppy
Dignified, dandy & twee You don’t have to be an old school preppy to be one. All you need to do is work out a clever contrast of fabrics and colour to have fun with this look. It’s all about pomp and excess in order to pull it off, but please try not to over compensate by pulling everything out of your wardrobe at once and throwing it on. Co-ordinate your colours well whether keeping it bright or neutral. Add in a fun pocket square and focus on a statement blazer in contrast with trousers (waist coat *optional) to achieve the look. Heritage fabrics are key when nailing this look, so do your research.
Where to be seen:
Weekend of sport or leisure in the country
Complimentary accessory:
A ‘conversational’ pocket square BMAG 42
Jetsetter
Silver Fox
Man of Mystery
Stylish, smooth & modern
Confident, assertive & slick
*SVA’s must have this season!
Whether it’s business or pleasure, take the world by storm by owning a suit that will take you from country to city by choosing a suit that it understated yet stylish. The trick is to choose a modern cut – that’s where you’ll win the brownie points! However keep the colour neutral so you can keep it versatile and mobile in your wardrobe. It’s important to think accessories when it comes to this look! A crisp white shirt however shall never go a miss when considering this look as your own.
Keeping it slick when you are a corporate guru. The best way to work your wardrobe when you have too much else to think about is investing in a suit that ticks all the boxes. When getting it right it falls down, mainly, to co-ordinating your suit with the right colour and accessories. So go for grey! It’s about time to admit if you are struggling, that’s fine! By opting for grey you can take the stress away from not being able to decide on black or tan leather shoes to go with, because both go perfectly well and do the job.
No man is complete this season without the perfect Tux to compliment his hot date with an invite to the ultimate black tie soiree! Go for the ‘007 look’ all the way in a monochrome and classic Tux that will give you status and desire. Remember though, its about the cut and shape tailored to your shape! This is a general rule amongst us gents, so get it right and visit your tailor.
Where to be seen:
Boarding a jet and landing in the exotic
Where to be seen:
In boardroom or sipping after work cocktails
Complimentary accessory:
Complimentary accessory:
Mulberry bag for travel purposes
Leather laptop case
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Kitchens are a critical part of a home, both in living in a home and selling/buying. What is more, the design of the kitchen countertops plays a huge role in the appeal of a kitchen – what material was used, how easy to maintain, how they look, how they hold up, and many more considerations are all aspects when thinking about kitchen countertops. While granite has been the obvious choice for durable luxury in kitchen countertops over the past decade, there are so many other countertop options available today that we’re going to sidestep granite and look at other popular countertop materials. So, without further ado, here is a guide to the top 10 most popular kitchen countertops. We hope you’ll find the photos inspiring and the information useful.
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75 YEARS OF THE ROYAL GIBRALTAR REGIMENT
The Royal Gibraltar Regiment celebrated its 75th Anniversary last month by exercising its Freedom of the City of Gibraltar, with a march up Main Street including their veterans and cadets. The celebrations continued with a concert at St Michael’s Cave with the RGR Band, Pipers and Corps of Drums performing, plus five of the Regiment’s former bandmasters flying over as guests.
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WALK FOR LIFE 2014
The annual Walk For Life organised by the Gibraltar Branch of Cancer Research UK, took place on Saturday 13th October. With hundreds of people taking part, the event proved as successful as every year. Well done to all involved.
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BEHIND THE SCENES
Behind every B Mag cover there is a team of fashion stylists, hair stylists, makeup artists, photographer and assistance that make the final product a reality. A big thank you to Joanna Kustra, Aleksandra Koza, Aimee Balestrino, Natalie Blyth, The O’Callaghan Eliott Hotel and last but not least our cover model Larisa Volitskaya.
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A BEAUTY FALLS FROM THE SKY
Miss Gibraltar 2014 Shyanne Azzopardi recently did a charity skydive for the Gibraltar Alzheimer’s and Dementia Society. Talking to Shyanne she said, “I did the skydive in Sevilla. The sensation is incredible and so hard to describe to others if they haven’t experienced it themselves. I would recommend anyone who is thinking about doing a sky dive to go for it and not think twice. I am so happy I did this especially it being for a charity. This is what I wanted to do being a Miss Gibraltar... making a difference and helping out the community hands on or sky high in this case (1500ft) I truly believe in beauty with a purpose and I hope to help out as much as I can both in my reign as Miss Gibraltar and in the years to come. My target amount to raise is £5000 and I can proudly say I am getting close to meeting this target.”
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TRANSITIONS DANCE ACADEMY
Transitions Dance Academy awarded to some of their students exam certificates. Pictures show some of the girls in the Primary group with Imperial Society of Teachers of Dancing (ISTD) examiner Ms Janet Williams, and group picture of most of the girls that took their respective exams, unfortunately some could not make it that day. Aliyah Alsina who gained the overall highest points amongst the distinctions, received a glass trophy for her achievement. Transitions Dance Academy would like to congratulate all their pupils on their hard work throughout the past year, their parents for their support and thank Miss Gibraltar for presenting the certificates.
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MOTHER & BABY
Situated at 14 Cornwall’s Lane, Mother & Baby has everything to offer for your new arrival, from prams, strollers and car seats to cots, walkers and clothes. Having over 100 years of experience in the children’s retail sector and following the many requests by their customers to specialise in baby related products, they now stock all your child’s needs under one roof. So why not pay them a visit and see what they can offer.
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Starters
Soup
£4.50
Pan Fried Scallops
Italian Mains
Parpardelle with Bolognaise Sauce
£8.50
£6.90
Bucatini all’Amatriciana
£8.90
Tomato & Mozarella Bruschetta (v)
£4.50
Tagliatelli Scilliana
£10.90
Gambas Pil Pil
£6.90
Ask your server what we have prepared today Cooked in a lemon and garlic butter sauce
Served with grilled cheese topped with fresh tomato and basil Large deveined king prawns in a garlic, chilli and olive oil sauce, served with bread
Antipasto Selection of Cured Meat A selection of Italian cured meats, olives, sundried tomatoes, capers and bread
Cozze alla Sambuca
Mussels steam cooked in a sambuca and fresh tomato sauce
Italian Cheese Platter (v) A selection of cheeses from different regions of Italy
£8.90 £7.90 £6.90 £4.90
Carpaccio di Polpo
£8.90
Octupus carpaccio in an olive oil, lemon and parsley dressing
Salads
£7.90
Tuna Salad
£6.50
Mixed leaf salad, tuna, tomatoes, peppers & onions marinated in olive oil & balsamic glaze
Mixed Salad (v) Mixed leaf salad with tomatoes, peppers & onions marinated in olive oil & balsamic glaze
Caprese Salad (v) Mozzarella, tomatoes & basil
Seafood Salad
Selection of mixed seafood seasoned & marinated in olive oil & balsamic glaze served on a bed of lettuce
Chicken Caesar Salad
Deveined king prawns cooked in a tomato, cream and spinach sauce with a touch of chilli
Spaghetti Carbonara
Lasagne al Forno
£9.50
Steak Parmigianino
£11.90
Pea and Mushroom Risotto (v)
£11.50
Tortellone il Doge
£10.90
Tortelloni Rossini
£10.90
Classic Italian dish that never disappoints Thinly sliced beef coated in breadcrumbs served with a choice of potatoes, pasta or fries Arborio rice cooked with pea and mushrooms, topped with Parmesan shavings
Large tolltelone’s filled with prawn and seafood filling, served in a rich seafood sauce
Vegetarian
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£7.50
Veggie Stir-Fry (v)
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£8.50
Egg free pasta (v)
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Pasta Salad (v)
£8.50
Veggie Couscous (v)
£9.50
Our very own homemade veggie burger with chips & salad
£5.50
£8.50
(All the above pasta dishes can also be served with gluten free or egg free spaghetti)
Large tortellini’s filled with goose foie, served in an olive oil and truffle sauce topped with parmasan shavings
Goat’s Cheese Salad
Warm goat’s cheese salad with pan fried parma ham, tomatoes, pine nuts & drizzled with honey
Tomato, bacon with slow cooked onions & chilli sauce
Classic carbonara in a pancetta, egg and cream sauce
Funghi Cuccini (v) Mushroom cooked in garlic butter & gorgonzola cheese
The way bolognaise is served in Italy
Cooked to order in our wok, full of flavour, served with white rice
£6.90
Three veggie skewers cooked on our chargrill lava stone barbeque
£7.90
Cooked in a tomato mushroom and fresh basil sauce
£7.90
Fusilli pasta tossed in cherry tomatoes, broccoli, carrots and feta cheese, with olive oil and fresh parsley
Grilled chicken served on a mixed leaf salad, topped with croutons, parmesan shavings & caesar dressing
Oven roasted vegetables served on a couscous base
Fish
Salmon Cooked in Parchment
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Tuna Steak on a Volcanic Stone
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Moules Marinière
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Deboned salmon oven cooked in parchment paper with lemon, dill, asparagus and potatoes
Cook your tuna fillet to your liking, served with 3 different side seasonings of sesame oil, sea salt and crushed black pepper served with a marinated side salad and pan fried potatoes Classic French mussels recipe, cooked in a white wine, cream, garlic and fresh parsley sauce, served with bread
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Moroccan Lamb Shank & Couscous Tagine
Bread
Garlic Bread (v) Cheesy Garlic Bread (v) Bread Basket (v) £12.90
Slow cooked lamb served with couscous, vegetables, prunes and toasted almonds
Fillet Steak on a Stone Choose From 300g 400g 500g
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Succulent lamb rack cooked to perfection with fresh rosemary, sea salt and garlic butter
100% half pound prime minced beef burger seasoned with herbs, with a filled mature cheddar cheese center
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Slow roasted and basted chicken served with roast veg and potatoes
Mixed Grill Skewers of Lamb, Beef & Chicken £13.90 Three individual skewers with peppers and onions, cooked on our chargrill lava stone barbecue, served with white rice
Garlic Chicken Chicken thighs cooked in a garlic white wine sauce served with white rice prepared in butter and parsley
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NOVEMBER 2014
SCORPIO
23OCT - 21NOV
SAGITTARIUS
22NOV - 21DEC
Your horoscope for November 2014 is quite varied, and addresses quite a few aspects of your life. The primary one is health. For a little while now you have been feeling somewhat tired. Don’t worry it is nothing serious but it is fair to say that you have been burning the candle at both hands. It might be better if you slowed down a bit. Scorpios are known for their energy but you can’t carry on draining your energy supplies all the time. Focus a bit more on a better diet, and a somewhat less hectic keep fit program. Sometimes you just need to give yourself a break to replenish energy reserves.
You are in a bit of an adventurous mood, and you feel that you would like to spread your wings a little bit. Your home environment feels stale and your feet our itching to go somewhere. If the circumstances are right why don’t you go somewhere, take a break with a friend or just go off exploring if you are on your own. Even if you are a family orientated you could perhaps find some get away time but it will take some planning. Perhaps it is a good idea to spend November making plans and take a longer break in December over Christmas. Travelling in your mind can do you good as well.
AQUARIUS
PISCES
19FEB - 20MAR
GEMINI
21MAY - 20JUN
VIRGO
24AUG - 22SEP
20JAN - 18FEB
This month will be a month of improvement and that includes almost everything from health to finances. You started improving your home a while back, and this is still a work in progress. As you started the work, you came across several areas, which needed attention, and as you enjoy planning ahead, that is exactly what you did. Now it is time to finish off the work and focus on other areas. Your recent home improvement project cost you quite a bit of money, and this is the area you need to focus on now. Finances are not your strong side so you may want to get somebody else involved, and let them take over.
TAURUS
20APR - 20MAY
LEO
23JUL - 23AUG
This year you have managed to achieve more than other years so it is about time you gave yourself a pat on the back. Perhaps it is even about time you indulge yourself a little. We often give thanks to others but we seldom give thanks to ourselves. Take some time out and indulge something, which you would really like to do. This could mean a short trip or perhaps you should book yourself into a spa for a day of treats. During this hectic year you have neglected your health a little bit, and you need now to consider your health and wellbeing. This month try to make health a priority in your life, even though this might mean avoiding some social activities.
Despite many warnings, you have failed to pay a lot of attention to your family. You love to work and further your career but do try to make time for your family. At work you are always a larger than life character but sometimes when you come home, you have managed to exhaust yourself and frankly do not have energy for family commitments. This really needs to change, and before Christmas comes along you need to make a firm commitment to this matter. Do try and remember that this does not mean to rush out and buy everyone expensive Christmas present. The best gift you can give is your time. Your career or your business is doing well so you don’t need to worry about that.
Pisces have this amazing inbuilt personal strength and they can cope with almost any situation. The solution to the problem is hardly ever bog standard when it comes to Pisces, and they normally find their own unique solution to average problems. Flu and cold season will start early this year but don’t you be the first to rush to your friends’ aid. You are normally the first one at the door offering help, but this year you have to look after yourself first of all. Your health is normally quite robust but this year it can easily be affected by friends’ poor health. Infections can easily lead to complications so it is better if you try to stay away from your ailing friends.
Slow down a little; it is not good for your health to rush around. Stress can cause all sorts of physical problems, and you don’t want your life to be interrupted by bad health. At the moment you are feeling stressed but there is really no reason for you to be so anxious. The planetary aspects are causing your brain to race away with you, and you really need to slow down. Remember to eat well and enjoy exercises, which helps you to manage your stress. When you are at work try to leave all your other ideas and busy plans at the door, and focus on work. You can make some bad mistakes if you don’t learn how to cope with what you feel during November better.
New concepts and ideas are there for a reason, you may not have thought of them but that does not mean they are not valuable. In your heart of hearts, you know that you are longing for something new and different. When life becomes monotonous we can end up feeling a bit stale, and the only way we can change this is to change something in our lives. A good start for you to do this would be to arrange a trip. This might just refresh you, and cause a change of mind site. You are a very realistic person, but you can’t carry on in the same old routine all the time. Just a few tweaks might just make you feel different about life and yourself.
CAPRICORN
22DEC - 19JAN
ARIES
21MAR - 19APR
You are a very sociable person but sometimes you can come across as too pushy. Don’t push your friends around, or you might end up losing them all. You are also very competitive and this month your competitive nature will get the better of you if you are not careful. All Capricorns love competitive games such as golf, and like nothing better when family members participate. The problem is that you always think you know better, and end up competing with your own family. They don’t enjoy competing with you, they just want to take part so don’t push them too much. Sometimes no, just means no and you just have to learn to accept that.
Aries people normally rush headlong into new tasks full of self-confidence, and thinking they know best. Believing, or thinking, that you never have anything to learn from others can cause problems. Listening skills are very important, and learning how to listen to others should always be taken as a serious learning experience. This month you will learn how important it is to listen to others, and how important it can be to form new and maintain connections in your life. Connections will become of the utmost importance for you during November, and your new connections are not limited to your professional life.
CANCER
21JUN - 22JUL
If you are employed your boss at work will try to push you into going on some training courses. Before you agree to anything make sure the courses will actually benefit your career or current work situation. Your boss may have their personal agenda, and might just be fulfilling some sort of quota. If it is not for you, just say no and explain why. This will be both appreciated and understood by your boss, and may have some surprising results. Instead of making your job the priority this month, try to make sure you have a few days off to spend with friends and family. You may even want to take some time out for an early Christmas shopping trip.
LIBRA
23SEP - 220CT
Your financial situation maybe a bit delicate this month, and to be honest you have been doing your fair bit of supporting the ailing economy. Now you need a change of direction, and it might be a good idea to re-balance your finances, and look at which areas could do with a cash boost. There are also some areas in which savings could be made, and once savings measures have been implanted you will notice that you bank balance will start looking healthier. As a matter of fact, this is a topic, which you would like to explore further, after all you are known for your sense of balance.
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Favourite Perfume: Black XS
Favourite Flower: A red rose
Heels or Flats: Heels... always heels
How many pair of shoes do you own? To be honest I have lost track of how many pairs I own!
Do you bite your nails? I have never bitten my nails
Are you a shopaholic?
I have to confess that I am a shopaholic - retail therapy as they say!
What was the last thing you bought for yourself? A few outfits for some Miss Gibraltar events
What is the most expensive item you’ve ever purchased? My favourite Michael Kors bag
What is your favourite fashion item at the moment? It would have to be handbags
AGE: 23
What one thing you don’t leave home without?
STAR SIGN:
My iphone!!!
OCCUPATION:
What are the most important 3 things in your life?
FAVOURITE COLOUR:
Are you taken or single?
Aries
Teaching Assistant & Zumba Instructor
Purple
FAVOURITE FOOD: Pasta
Favourite Fashion Designer: Michael Kors
My family, boyfriend and friends
Happily taken
Describe yourself in 5 words:
I consider myself to be caring, loving, always willing to help others, honest and talkative (very talkative)
Are you a morning person?
Favourite Shoe Designer:
Yes I am a morning person but every now and again I like to sleep in late and catch up on my beauty sleep
Favourite brand of Makeup:
If you could be an animal, which one would you be?
Guess
Has to be Mac
A tiger because I am brave and determined
If you could have any super power, what would it be? That I could fly, especially after doing a sky dive and a wing walk
If you could have any job in the world, what would it be?
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