CP December 2016

Carla Otero & Marie Auffret The European image consultants captivated by the Middle East and inspired by the Big Apple.

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CONTENTS

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ENTERTAINMENT 72. Movies 74. Top Reading Picks For December 79. Music

58. Looking Back on 2016 70. Writing Movie Wrongs

FASHION 44. Eyewear Trends for 2017 80. Fashion Trends

FITNESS

FEATURES 14. Bushaiba and Al-Baz Team Win Red Bull Bahr Bahr’s Title 30. L’Occitane En Provence Beckons the Holiday Season with the Scent of Adventure 32. From Russia With Love

FOOD

34. Avoid the Holiday weight gain

46. JUNKYARD - Street Classics 51. Yummy For Their Little Tummy 52. SoJennie

It’s time for Christmas magic.

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HEALTH 42. What’s Trending down the Supermarket Aisles?

INTERVIEWS 16. Party Box 24. Giovanina Atieh and Maria Munoz 38. Sofia Al Asfoor 54. Reem Al-Muftah 64. Carla Otero & Marie Auffret TECHNOLOGY 76. Cool Gadgets

TRAVEL 60. Top Five For Dubai 62. The City Guide REGULARS 18. Social Diary 36. In Permanent Pursuit Of Perfection 84. Press 88. Fuel For Your Grey Matter 90. Horoscopes

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Bushaiba and Al-Baz Team Win Red Bull Bahr Bahr’s Title huge crowd gathered around the Marina Crecsent cheering on the 16 Quad Bike and Jet Ski riders who competed during the second season of Red Bull Bar Bahr on the afternoon of Friday 11th November. Deservedly, Meshari Bushaiba and Mohammed Al Baz won the first place, scoring the fastest record and wrapping up the long-awaited Quad Bike and Jet Ski relay race.

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Stunning shots taken from land, sea and sky captured the breathtaking moments in the event that was organized professionally in line with high safety measures. After two hours of roaring motors on sand and sea, the event was concluded with crowning the top three winning teams on the podium, awarding the winning team two trophies in addition to a Kawasaki 300 LX Jet Ski. The event has yielded a large success under the organization of Basel Salem Al-Sabah Motorsport Club and the sponsorship of Nissan Al-Babtain, Public Authority for Youth and Sports, Kawasaki, Pirelli, GoPro, Acqua Eva, Marina Mall, Al Anbaa Newspaper, Kuwait Times Newspaper, and Studentalk Magazine.

Prizes and Medals Bader Al Qanna’i and Mohammad Al-Ali took the second place while Bader Al Khalfan and Fahad Al Mousallam won the third.

As for prizes, gold, silver and bronze medals awarded to the first 3 winning teams; the first team were handed trophies

by Ahmad Al Qallaf, Treasurer of Basel Salem Al-Sabah Club, the second team were awarded by Mohammad Burbayea, world Jet Ski champion and Red Bull athlete who won the championship’s first season in 2014. Mohammad Jaffar, Red Bull athlete and motocross champion, was honored to award the third team with medals.

First Round As the scheduled time for the start of the race inched closer, crowds of spectators spread across Marina Beach to witness with extreme eagerness - the flow of the race in which the 16 teams participated.

Quad bikers and Jet Ski riders kicked off the first round, each Quad biker was required to finish four laps then hand the key to his teammate so he would finish, in turn, four laps on his Jet Ski and come back fast. The winners were shortlisted based on the time they spent in finishing the laps.

Quad Bike laps in this round were both thrilling and difficult.

The greatest challenge lied in the second to last curve that constituted an obstacle to all participants; it was almost certainly the hardest part of the race given the difficulty of crossing it with high speed.

both winners of the first place for demonstrating good leadership skills which turned the race’s final moments to their favor.”

Mohammad Jaffar, Red Bull athlete and member of the supervising committee also praised the competitors’ good discipline, saying that he was astonished by the level of thrill and challenge throughout the race’s three stages, until the moment when the name of the winning team of Red Bull Bar Bahr’s second season was announced.

Electrifying Shows As part of “Red Bull Bar Bahr” event, professional Red Bull athlete Brian Capper on his Trial Bike and Abdul Aziz Matar on his Jet Ski performed two electrifying shows, adding more flashes of excitement to the spectators and to the event as a whole.

The Race Village Beside the relay race, visitors and onlookers following up on the race were attracted by tents in the racing village mostly displayed by sponsors like Kawasaki, GoPro, Acqua Eva, Chilli Beans, Artspace and Nissan Al-Babtain. The latter organized a test drive competition offering a chance to enter the draws for cash prizes.

Second Round Some competitors failed to qualify to the second and so, the racers built momentum and geared up for the second round to the sound of the rousing music and applause. The competition kicked off and the whistle signaled the start of the race. Having acquired the know-how during the first round, the participating teams raced more wildly this time knowing how the land bumps and water curves should be crossed best. As the time set for this round was over, 6 teams out of 12 qualified and made it worthily to the final decisive round in which the fastest team, on both land and water tracks, shall be granted the “Red Bull Bar Bahr” title.

The Final Round During this round, the 6 remaining teams were vying for the last battle on the shores of Marina Beach at the end of a beautiful sunny day. In a tough competition between the 6 teams, the supervising committee, the cameras monitoring the race and the crowd estimating the potential winner, the battle raged between Boushaiba – Al Baz team versus Al Qanna’i - Al Ali team. The Quad Bike race kicked off with a high drive to score the fastest timing. Boushaiba and his teammate won the first place, leaving the third place medal for Al Khalfan and Al Mousallam.

When asked about his victory in Red Bull Bar Bahr, Meshari Boushaiba said: “I am happy to have won this title. I managed to meet the required timings in the middle of an exciting competition against Fahad Al Mousallam and Mohammad AlAli. I succeeded, along with my teammate Mohammad Albaz, in clinching the title and thus taking the first place after a tough competition in the third and fourth curves in land and water tracks alike”.

“I would like to thank Red Bull for this unique race as its distinctive concept combines Jet Ski and Quad Bike disciplines together. This highlights the role played by Red Bull, Basel Salem Al-Sabah Motorsport Club and all the sponsors who organized the event. Also, for spreading the motocross sport culture in Kuwait amongst the youth, and urging them to stay away from unsafe races and thus participate in this thrilling and professionally organized race,” Bushaiba added.

In turn, Mohammad Al Baz who won the first place for the Jet Ski discipline extended his thanks to everyone who contributed in organizing and executing the event.

“We had to focus in the fourth round and we advanced with a wide margin of time, which allowed us to win the first place in a raging competition amongst the participating racers who are highly competent and had previously acquired titles at their clubs, they also have won the championships they have participated in thus far,” Al Baz added.

Turning to champion Mohammad Burbayea, member of the supervising committee, he said: “We would like to congratulate www.cpmagazine.net

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PLANNING A PARTY? Over the past year Party Box has been providing personal, unique party solutions for hosts and hostesses in Kuwait. The Shuwaikh based store has become home to everything and anything a party planner may need for the perfect event. They have everything for your party, from A-Z, with unique products that are bound to have guests talking about the event for weeks.

Backed by CaesarPac, Kuwait’s leading boxing and packing company for 30 years, Party Box has everything you need, whether it’s a huge birthday party or just a small gathering at home, to make it a special event.

There are quite a few party supply stores in Kuwait, what makes Party Box stand out from the rest?

Party Box has the A-Z of party planning. Our products will make any event you host trendy, easy and fun. Hosts and hostesses can shop from a wide array of table settings and decorations; kids’ parties are made better with unique party activities you won’t find anywhere else. Our party themes will cater to any group from book lovers to Disney fans for all kinds of events, from holidays to birthdays to ‘just because’ parties.

We carry costumes, masks and wigs all year, because costume parties are always fun! If you are looking for a few balloons to make your party special, or special tools and items to create something of your own, our huge stock guarantees that you will always find what you need.

You mentioned unique activities; can you give us an example?

Our company has created a line called Timo Toys that can only be found in Party Box or schools. Kids can put together a structure, and colour it in. It provides hours of productive fun for the children. You can also buy toys and games for kids’ parties. We are the only carriers of Orchard toys, which are made in the UK with the slogan ‘Learning Made Fun’ - and they are! We also have fun decals you can put up on your wall for the kids to colour in.

You’re not just a regular party supply store; you can do more for party planners than what you see in the stores, right?

Yes, absolutely! If you’re searching for a unique and standout party than you’ve definitely come to the right place. We specialize in personalized printing and can personalize your party in ways that no-one else can. We can make unique frames or stands, or create a life-size print-out of the guest of honor. Our designers are happy to work on any design you want for your party, be it on acrylic, styrofome, or boxes as our name implies.

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It is also worth mentioning that we are the only company in Kuwait to print customized foil balloons with anything from photos to logos.

Due to the high request and orders for our personalized section please make sure to place orders at least three days in advance.

We noticed you have an impressive baking section, much larger than what is normally found in a party store in Kuwait.

Of course, you can’t have a party without treats, and who better to make them than the host? We have high end cake, pie and cupcake molds, colourful measuring cups and spoons and unique disposable towers to display your treats, just to name a few! We are also looking forward to our new baking range by Chef Paul Hollywood, who you might have seen on the Great British Bake Off. Our goal is to provide everything the customer may need so they can focus on creating their delicious treats.

How do you decide what to bring to Party Box? Our team travels around the world monthly to procure unique and trendy items from the US, the UK, Hong Kong and Europe.

We look for high quality products that we have not seen in the Kuwaiti market and that we would want to use in our own homes. Some of the new items we are excited about are our new 3-D greeting cards, the baking range by Chef Paul Hollywood that we mentioned, our Hungary Caterpillar and Alice in Wonderland tea time themes and our Frozen birthday lines. We also have an incredible variety of costume accessories to liven any theme throughout the year. We make sure to get them in the best quality available so you can even reuse the items.

Every item in our store has been purchased with the love and dedication you would put into your next event.

Other than great customer service, what can your customers expect from your staff?

Our staff has over 20 years collective experience in party planning. They can help you put together a theme, decorate your home and give suggestions of unique and original ideas to make your party a blast. You can ask them for help finding a specific item, or brainstorm an idea for a party. Our staff is always available in person, or even by phone to help make the event as successful and stress free as possible.

What if someone can't make it out to Shuwaikh?

We are happy to help anyone who can’t make it to Shuwaikh through WatsApp. Just send us your inquiry and what you are looking for and we will respond with products you might be interested in and their prices. We can help you pick exactly what you need without ever leaving your house. We will even deliver it for you!

What are your plans for the future?

We have plans to expand to new locations in Kuwait. We are also planning to launch a mobile application next year that will make it much easier to order your items for delivery.

What are your working hours? How may we contact you?

Our store is open weekdays from 8 AM until 10 PM and on Fridays from 10 AM until 10 PM. Please feel free to contact us at +965 24920037 Whatsapp +965 51775577 Or follow us on Instagram @q8partybox https://www.instagram.com/q8partybox www.cpmagazine.net

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‫‪in the world of‬‬ ‫‪t‬‬ ‫‪p‬‬ ‫‪ce‬‬ ‫‪n‬‬ ‫‪co‬‬ ‫‪ry‬‬ ‫‪a‬‬ ‫‪n‬‬ ‫‪o‬‬ ‫‪si‬‬ ‫‪vi‬‬ ‫‪s‬‬ ‫‪it‬‬ ‫‪Al Maknoon Co. unveils‬‬ ‫‪Al Tilal Mall‬‬ ‫‪in‬‬ ‫‪m‬‬ ‫‪o‬‬ ‫‪ro‬‬ ‫‪w‬‬ ‫‪o‬‬ ‫‪sh‬‬ ‫‪D‬‬ ‫‪2‬‬ ‫‪/‬‬ ‫‪s‬‬ ‫‪it‬‬ ‫‪t‬‬ ‫‪furniture and design a‬‬ ‫احتفلت شركة المكنون بإطالق رؤيتها الجديدة في عالم‬ ‫األثاث والتصاميم الداخلية فـــــــي معرضها "‪ ،"2D/‬الكائن في‬ ‫مجمع التالل (الشويخ) تحت شعار‬ ‫(لنكتشف معا” أبعاد جديدة في عالم األثاث‪).‬‬ ‫كما شاركهم الحفل نخبة من المجتمع الكويتي بتغطية‬ ‫اعالمية وصحافية ‪.‬‬ ‫ومن خالل المناسبة تم التنويه و التأكيد من قبل الشركة‬ ‫بأن هدفهم هو توفير الخدمات الكاملة لراحة العمالء وأهمها‬ ‫خدمة ما بعد البيع ‪.‬‬ ‫قد كشفت الشركة أيضا" عن أبعاد جديدة في عالم األثاث‬ ‫والتصاميم التي تجمع بين األناقة اإليطالية والجودة األلمانية‪.‬‬ ‫يوفر ستوديو "‪ "2D/‬تحت سقف واحد تشكيلة كبيرة ومختارة‬ ‫لغرف تبديل المالبس ‪ ،‬النوم ‪ ،‬المعيشة ‪،‬اإلستقبال‪ ،‬وطاوالت‬ ‫الطعام باإلضافة إلى مجموعة مميزة من أوراق الجدران ‪،‬اقمشة‬ ‫أجواء مميزة‬ ‫الستائر وغيرها من االكسسوارات التي تضفي‬ ‫ً‬ ‫على المنزل‪.‬‬ ‫أيضًايقوم فريق عمل "‪ "2D/‬المتخصص بالهندسة الداخلية‬ ‫(ديكور) بتقديم كامل اإلستشارات الفنية والتقنية التي‬ ‫باجواء دافئة فخمة بعيدة‬ ‫تساعدكم على تصميم منازلكم‬ ‫ٍ‬ ‫عن المبالغة و التكلف‪.‬‬ ‫وتجدر اإلشارة إلى أن شركة المكنون بدأت مسيرتها في‬ ‫السوق المحلي منذ أكثر من ‪ 10‬سنوات ‪ ،‬وكانت ممثلة حصرية‬ ‫لماركات عالمية منها هولستا ‪ ،‬رولف بانز‪ ،‬كزا ميالنو ‪ ،‬وغيرها‬ ‫من كبرى الشركات االوروبية حيث كان الشغف وااللتزام الدافع‬ ‫األساسي وراء سعيها المتواصل لوضع معايير فارقة في قطاع‬ ‫األثاث وطرح أفكار مستقبلية في عالم الهندسة الداخلية‪ .‬كل‬ ‫ذلك بهدف تقديم كل ما هو جديد للعمالء دون التنازل عن‬ ‫الجودة العالية والتصاميم المعاصره‪.‬‬

‫‪Al Maknoon Company launched its new visionary‬‬ ‫‪concept in the world of furniture and design‬‬ ‫‪at its /2D showroom, located in Al Tilal Mall‬‬ ‫‪(Shuwaikh) reflecting its slogan “Discovering New‬‬ ‫‪Dimensions in the world of Furniture”. The event‬‬ ‫‪was attended by VIP customers along with media‬‬ ‫‪representatives.‬‬ ‫‪During the event, the company stressed on its‬‬ ‫‪continuous aim to offer comprehensive quality‬‬ ‫‪solutions coupled with after-sale services to meet‬‬ ‫‪customers’ needs and expectations. Besides, the‬‬ ‫‪company unveiled its new dimensions in design‬‬ ‫‪that combines Italian elegance with German‬‬ ‫‪quality.‬‬ ‫‪The /2D studio offers the biggest collection of‬‬ ‫‪contemporary designs, including: walking closets,‬‬ ‫‪bedrooms, living rooms, reception, dining tables,‬‬ ‫‪wall paper, curtains (fabric) and other decorative‬‬ ‫‪accessories to add a distinctive touch to interior‬‬ ‫‪spaces.‬‬ ‫‪Moreover, /2D’s expert team of interior designers‬‬ ‫‪will provide the best consultancy services that help‬‬ ‫‪customers to design and decorate their homes‬‬ ‫‪according to their specific requirements.‬‬

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ne o in s e n o z e im t 7 3 ll A Glashutte - “ p u o r G i n a h e b h e B y B t watch” Even Today it is easier than ever before to travel to even the most remote corners of the world, and for many cosmopolitan travellers it has long since become routine to move from one time zone to another – for business or pleasure. In 2015 the German watch manufactory Glashütte Original presented the Senator Cosmopolite, an exceptional mechanical timepiece designed specifically to meet the needs of today's world travellers. Its innovative time zone mechanism allows the traveller to display two different time zones at once, choosing any of the 37 time zones currently in use. The mechanism even makes it possible to respond both to the creation of new time zones and to the elimination of existing ones, which happened only recently. In theory up to 96 different times can be set in this way. Despite the complexity of the specially developed automatic 89-02 movement, once again the manufactory put a great deal of effort into making the handling of the timepiece as simple and intuitive as possible. The first of these extraordinary watches reached the market in the fall of 2015.

ً ‫عم‬ Glashütte ‫ قامت شركة غالشوت أوريجينال‬،‫ال بهذه المقولة‬ ‫ بافتتاح ركنها‬،‫ مصنع الساعات األلماني المعروف‬،Original ‫ بحضور ضيف‬،2016 ‫ نوفمبر‬21 ‫ في‬،‫األحدث في الكويت‬ ‫ حيث قام صانع الساعات صاحب خبرة قادم من‬،‫استثنائي‬ ‫ بتقديم عرض حي ليومين متتاليين لتقنية‬،‫مصنع ساكسونيا‬ ‫ وذلك وسط األجواء األنيقة لمعرض‬،‫صناعة الساعات األلمانية‬ .‫ بمدينة الكويت‬،‫ في مجمع الصالحية‬،‫مجموعة بهبهاني‬ ‫ نجم هذا الحدث من‬،"‫وكانت ساعة "سيناتور كوزموبوليت‬ ،‫ وهي ساعة طموحة من ناحية إمكاناتها التقنية‬،‫دون منازع‬ ‫ حيث يجعلها‬،‫وتحتفظ في الوقت نفسه بأناقتها اآلخاذة‬ .‫ الرفيق المثالي للمسافر العصري‬،‫تصميمها المعقد والمطور‬ ‫حضور جديد في قطاع التجزئة بالكويت‬ ‫وهذا الحضور الجديد في قطاع التجزئة بالكويت المتمثل‬ ‫ من قبل المديرين‬2016 ‫ نوفمبر‬21 ‫بافتتاح المتجر الجديد في‬ ‫ هو ثمرة الشراكة بين مصنع‬،‫التنفيذيين لـ غالشوت اوريجينال‬ ‫ ومنذ‬.‫الساعات الساكسوني ومجموعة بهبهاني الشهيرة‬ ‫ اجتذب المتجر الزوار والمهتمين‬،‫منتصف أكتوبر من هذا العام‬ ‫ من خالل ديكوره المحدث واألجواء المعاصرة‬،‫وعشاق الساعات‬ ‫ ويقدم المصنع األلماني ساعاته الفخمة في‬.‫التي تسود فيه‬ ‫منطقة واسعة داخل معرض مجموعة بهبهاني الفاخر في‬ ‫ الذي يعد واحدًا من مناطق التسوق األكثر‬،‫مجمع الصالحية‬ .‫تميزًا في الكويت‬

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nniversary a t rs fi s it s te ra b le ce ” “Akdeniz Hatay Sofrasi rkey in Kuwait Tu f o r o d a ss a b m A . .E In the presence of H Akdeniz Hatay Sofrasi, the prominent Turkish restaurant and the treasure trove for those interested in tasting Hatay and Antakya authentic cuisine, celebrated its one year anniversary in the presence of His Excellency Mr. Murat Tamer, the Ambassador of the Republic of Turkey along with media delegates and journalists. The restaurant enjoys a strategic, prime location at Murooj Complex in Sahara Resort – Subhan to provide a huge array of authentic Turkish dishes making it one of most favorite destinations in Kuwait. Today, “Akdeniz Hatay Sofrasi” Restaurant is associated with luscious culinary and spectacular service.

It’s worth mentioning that “Akdeniz Hatay Sofrasi” Restaurant was established a year ago

by Mohamed Naser Al-Hajery and Sons Company, a leading name in the FMCG (Food & Beverage) industry in Kuwait, to offer scrumptious choices of authentic Antakya dishes such as: Kebab, Chicken Salad, beef platter and cheese Kunefe that are you’re not likely to find elsewhere. Yet the taste is as spectacular as the presentation to offer a one-of-a-kind culinary experience for those who are looking to enjoy their taste buds with a variety of delicious turkey flavors of main dishes, salads, starters and desserts.

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a p S & l e t o H h c a e B s The Palm e g n u o L y t u a e B e h t s Inaugurate The Palms Beach Hotel & Spa launched the most luxurious Beauty Lounge, the first of its kind in Kuwait, in the presence of VIP guests, media delegates as well as the Lebanese pop singer Rola Saad. The Beauty Lounge Owner, Ghosoun Al-Khaled expressed her delight for the great response achieved from ladies and their satisfaction, especially when they were the first to witness the magnificent look of Rola Saad and her makeup done by the lounge experts.

Every woman wants to look great and feel good, that’s why she’s always in search for a solution or technique that provides her with everything she needs to have beautiful hair, skin, face, and nails. In addition to paying more attention to her entire charming, elegant look by shopping the latest fashion trends. Keeping this in mind, the luxurious Beauty Lounge was launched aiming to indulge women in a luxurious experience and give her the perfect look.

‫وسط حضور كبير لصفوة سيدات المجتمع في الكويت افتتح‬ ‫مركز "البيوتي الونج" أبوابه في احتفالية مبهرة شهدت تواجد‬ ‫جميع الوسائل اإلعالمية واإلعالنية باإلضافة إلى حضور المطربة‬ ‫اللبنانية روال سعد خصيصًا من لبنان للمشاركة في هذا‬ ‫الحدث المميز كما حضر االفتتاح مالكة "البيوتي الونج" السيدة‬ ‫غصون الخالد الني عبرت عن سعادتها لهذه الحفاوة من‬ ‫النساء ومدى استحسانهم لخدمات الصالون خصوصًا بعد أن‬ ‫شاهدوا اإلطاللة الخاصة للمطربة روال سعد على آيادي خبيرات‬ ‫ فمن المعروف أن المرأة العربية تبحث دومًا عن‬."‫"البيوتي الونج‬ ‫ ألنها تحتاج إلى أن تكون‬،‫كل ما هو جديد في عالم الجمال‬ ‫األجمل لذلك تظل تبحث عن الحل الذي يوفر لها كل ما تحتاج‬ ،‫إليه من عناية بالشعر والبشرة والوجه واألظافر وما إلى ذلك‬ ‫باإلضافة إلى اهتمامها دوما بطلتها ومتابعة أهم خطوط‬ ‫الموضة العالمية ولهذا السبب وبحثًا عن راحة كل السيدات‬ ‫في الكويت ابتكر فندق ومنتجع النخيل أحدث وأفخم المراكز‬ ‫التجميليلة على اإلطالق انه "البيوتي الونج" الذي سيميز المرأة‬ ‫الكويتية والعربية بجمال آخاذ ال مثيل له باإلضافة إلى طلتها‬ .‫الفاخرة كل هذا تحت سقف واحد‬

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Giovanina Atieh and Maria Munoz Maison Pyramide Meet the founders of Maison Pyramide, the Cairo based fashion strategists specializing in consultancy services and creative collaborations.

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Giovanina’s accumulated experience, collaborative approach and flair for talent and perseverance fit nicely alongside Maria’s PR and marketing expertise.

Together they created an innovative and successful fashion business in a challenging but rewarding environment.

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Photo Credits: Pipe Yanguas Photography

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Please introduce yourselves to our readers:

Giovanina Atieh: I am the founder and CEO of Maison Pyramide.

Maria Munoz: I am the co-founder of Maison Pyramide and handle the operations side of the business.

Tell us about your education and your fashion background:

Nina: A Master’s graduate in Advertising and Fashion Communication in Milan, I accumulated over 10 years of experience in the international fashion industry before setting up house in Cairo in 2014. I have worked as part of Vivienne Westwood’s PR and styling team and then as a luxury fashion buyer for leading retail groups such as the Kuwait-based Al Ostoura. My portfolio of brands includes Chloe, Lanvin, Moschino, Alaia and Alexander McQueen. I have been lucky enough to travel the world and live in many different places and to mix with different cultures and gather a wide network of friends and connections.

Maria: I graduated from the University of Madrid with a Bachelor of Arts in Oriental Studies and later pursued a Master’s in Middle Eastern Studies at the American University in Cairo. I cofounded two NGOs fighting for gender equality in Egypt before treading into the waters of fashion. I then co-founded Slickr, the first social shopping platform for fashion in the region.

How did the two of you meet?

Nina: Having been in the fashion scene for over 10 years, I recently moved to Cairo and it was quite discouraging at first seeing how such a historical city had somehow lost the sense of aesthetics and quality. I also couldn’t get over the fact that it had no real fashion scene, or at least not a mature or innovative 026

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Fashion should be about your personality so take it lightly and have fun; dress for yourself and believe in being different.

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Then I met Maria who was already struggling with establishing an innovative social fashion network in Egypt and trying to help establish fashion tech awareness in the market. Through her I got to meet some talented fashion designers that gave me hope. But I couldn’t help but notice that they had no real understanding of how to turn a talent into a successful business as all of these talents were not really exposed to any other market or audience than the Egyptian one. They were therefore limited to the Egyptian market which is perceived as disorganized.

I decided to turn this challenge into an opportunity to elevate the quality and aesthetic standards of fashion in the country and to help raise awareness of Egyptian talent outside the borders. I also understood Egypt as a potential fashion market that is growing quite fast so it is best to be from the first already established entities in the country.

Maria: For years there was not such a thing as a proper fashion industry in Egypt. It was missing many elements necessary for the industry to work smoothly and grow. By the time I met Nina, I was the founder of the first fashion social network with e-commerce in the country; quite a revolutionary concept for the market. I saw and faced all the possible challenges and I understood that in order to introduce such a concept in the country it would need education, awareness raising and a global vision. Nina appeared as the right person to start this venture with. With her years of experience as a luxury fashion buyer, having travelled the world as part of a selected group of fashion gurus I found it to be the perfect balance to my PR and marketing expertise and an already extensive knowledge of the market.

When and how did the idea of Maison Pyramide originate and how did you move from the idea to actually taking your first business steps?

Maria: Although the idea and work on the name, branding and establishment of the company started a year ago, Maison Pyramide operations only started 7 months ago. We are very proud of all that we have accomplished in such a short time and challenging environment.

Nina: We started as just the two of us working from my house, today we are a team of 13 looking for an office space to move out! Quite crazy!

What is a Maison Pyramide and what does it offer?

What makes it different?

Nina: Maison Pyramide is a Cairo-based house of fashion strategists, specialized in consulting and creative collaborations.

Currently we are working on putting more Egyptian fashion brands on the global fashion map. We’re aiming at creating a fashion movement that would push people out of their comfort zones and help bring talents from the Egyptian fashion scene to light. This is how the company started in Egypt because there was a big gap requiring expertise in fashion brand structure and image in general so we took action because we believed in the talent of the young Egyptian designers and believed that our backgrounds and experience in the field was missing.

However, working with young Egyptian fashion talents is just the very first step and only one branch of what Maison Pyramide is. We also work with retailers and international brands that want to enter the market but lack the knowhow; we act as their marketing and PR arm in the country. Basically, Maison Pyramide is a platform for brands who want to grow and a bridge for those who want to enter new markets.

Maria: MP is a boutique fashion agency based in Cairo, but because we have a more global vision, tomorrow MP can become a showcasing platform between emerging talents in the region and international talents wanting to enter the region.

With our network of contacts, internationality, background and experience and with our innovative business approach, we believe the company can branch out into many different areas.

We take chances, make statements and believe in the power of collaboration.

What is the best cuisine/food according to you?

Being Lebanese and Spanish, we are both raised on tapas; food that is to be shared. So on this we would both say Lebanese and Spanish - we want to taste as many flavours and dishes as possible in one meal. This also reflects our sharing and collaborative spirit.

What is it like working as a duo?

The mathematics equation 1+1=2 does not apply to us because we believe in no boundaries and disruption. Our duo equation maximizes each other’s potential beyond our expectations and understanding. It’s a feeling of power that is limitless and quite addictive.

What is the most important thing you’ve learned since starting your career in fashion?

Nina: That there is no such thing as a career in fashion only. This field is so evolved that you get driven into arts and technology.

There is no routine and no resting; you should always be top of your game and ready to jump on the new wave.

Maria: Fashion is like any other job. It’s the job I chose and I love it but it’s still a job and there is no stop to learning. I know that hard work with a focus pays off. I also learnt that a lot of good can come out of the so-called shallow fashion field. We can actually make a difference; for example, now we are collaborating with Unicef on a campaign to help children in need. Also some of our designers such as Okhtein make it a point to create capsule collections in collaborations with NGOs.

How would you describe your personal styles?

Nina: Being involved in all the details of fashion and the creativity of the designers, I realize that I tend to be more and more laid back and relaxed in my style. Being more of an entrepreneur then a fashionista, I prefer to spend more time on my clients and work then on my outfits. I have developed a minimal and laid back style whilst staying quite edgy.

Maria: Easy to wear chic. On the go and comfortable but always chic and sassy.

What do you think is going to be a ‘must have’ for this coming season?

What are the 3 keys to success according to you?

Our success mostly is the success of our clients. When we see one of our clients reach its goals and potential, we know we did a great job.

I also believe in the power of collaboration and team work. We are a collaborative platform and believe in nurturing talent and having our clients collaborate with each other. We have noticed this increases reach and success chances. With the era of social media and globalization and the fast speed everything is going on, we need to be everywhere all the time.

Lastly, it’s important to stay updated and informed on what is happening; constantly studying and educating ourselves to stay one step ahead.

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Nina: One of the designers and talents we consult and develop, Okhtein, are this year’s winners of Vogue Arabia Fashion Prize and having one of their jewel handbags is a must have!

Maria: A pair of Amr Saad sunglasses - a pure art, statement piece.

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How is the fashion scene in Egypt evolving?

It is actually moving very fast - when we started it was very raw and basic. Today we can see the change, how the scene is more and more into quality and higher standards. We also observe many international brands that had shut down are re-opening in Egypt. The market, despite the financial and political instability, is without any doubt an ever-growing potential market for the fashion industry

that will tackle the particular areas that need growth in order for the client to expand its visibility and sales.

Who or what inspires you?

Nina: I’m always inspired by trips. Travelling broadens my horizons, be it meeting new people or being exposed to other cultures. It’s pure inspiration every single time.

Maria: I am inspired daily by my partner Giovanina.

What makes Maison Pyramide unique?

Nina: I believe it is our approach to everything. Yes we are creatives and fashion experts, but we also are very organised and business oriented. We care about all of our clients and we are working on maintaining our focus on high fashion - we get approached all the time to work on lifestyle or FnB, even though it can be more remunerating.

Also, as a team, we are quite international and exposed so I believe that also adds value.

Maria: I am proud to say Maison Pyramide has taken Egypt by storm and in few months the company has grown exponentially.

I believe this is mainly because we are offering something that was really lacking in the local scene: quality content and a vision of fashion as an aspiring dimension to be a part of.

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What are some of your plans for the future?

Nina: Working on growing MP beyond the borders; become a platform for brand awareness and sales for a selection of talented regional and international brands.

Maria: To expand and encourage more local designers to go global whilst continuing our efforts on collaboration to help raise awareness on social and environmental issues.

Your message for our readers and for CP magazine:

Fashion shouldn’t be taken seriously! Fashion should be about your personality so take it lightly and have fun; dress for yourself and believe in being different. Support local and environmental friendly brands - brands with a social mission.

Fashion is very powerful and any message is possible to be conveyed through fashion expression.

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L’Occitane En Provence Beckons the Holiday Season with the Scent of Adventure December brings with it a flurry of holidays, family time and stockings full of gifts to cherish for the next 365 days. With the New Year at the doorstep, the festive season is suffused with a sense of beginnings, freshness and adventure. Inspired by the season’s celebration of new journeys and spirited living, L’Occitane en Provence has created two new scents – one for him and one for her – that not only makes for memorable tokens but is reminiscent of unique yet evocative moments of joy.

For Her: The Floral, Fresh and Feisty Arlésienne

Arlésienne celebrates the power of women arrestingly bold yet undeniably warm; fiercely individualistic yet part of a global sisterhood; sweet with a touch of spice. Opening with a citrus burst of bergamot, the fragrance is elevated by a spicy saffron note. This sparkling freshness complemented by the bold, crisp, spirited greenness of galbanum is chased by the delicious almondy scent of hawthorn. Settling into the honeyed and spicy notes of the May Rose, a wave of violet adds an alluring opulence that is expectedly offset by a tangy, leafy freshness. The scent sinks into its base notes with hints of iris, flourishes of white musk and the woody warmth of ambrette and sandalwood.

The Arlésienne EDT (75 ml) is priced at KD 23.25 and available at L’Occitane boutiques around Kuwait.

For the woman who appreciates a quality beauty ritual, L’Occitane brings together the charm of three grand scents in its Arlésienne set, reminiscent of the different regions of France - the rose of Grasse, the violet of Tourrettes-Sur-Loup and the saffron of Provence.

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The collective is composed of a moisturizing, nourishing and beautifying group that includes Just Add Water, a delightful bath & shower gel; Pamper Yourself, a velvety beauty milk; Keep It Close To Hand, a buttery hand-cream; Beautify Your Hair, a delicate hair mist; Put A Smile On Your Lips, a delicious lip gloss and The Final Touch, a beautifully scented soap.

The Arlésienne shower gel (250ml) is priced at KD 6.25; The Arlesienne body milk (250ml) is priced at KD 9.5 ; Arlesienne hand cream (30 ml) is priced at KD 4; the Arlesienne hair mist (50ml) is priced at KD 7.75 and the Arlesienne soap is priced at KD 2.25

For Him: L’Homme Cologne Cédrat evokes Freedom and Freshness

The L’Homme Cologne Cédrat man loves the unknown, hence this fragrance tempers the intensity of citrus and marine notes with cedar, musk and amber wood. Inspired by the sailors of Arles, who were inseparable from the salty scents of the ocean and the sylvan fragrance of the spices, fruits and woods they transported from faraway lands, the new scent suggests the thrill of travel and the freedom of the wind.

L’Homme Cologne Cédrat EDT (75 ml) is priced at KD 19.5 and available at L’Occitane boutiques around Kuwait.

A complete set for the ultimate grooming ritual, L’Occitane presents a collection that evokes the freshness of the sea with lofty aqua notes - Just Add Water, a minty-fresh body and hair shower gel; After-Shaving, a fresh and invigorating gelcream; Throughout The Day, a tangy cleansing soap and For Men Only, an industrial-strength hand cream! Perfect for minimalistic guy with adventure on his mind!

The Arlésienne and Cédrat ranges can be purchased at all L’Occitane stores across the Middle East. For more information, please visit http://me.loccitane.com.

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From Russia With Love

Diana Ismail

t one time or another, most of us have been fascinated with the colorfully painted MATRYOSHKA (ma - TRYOSH - ka) the famous Russian nesting dolls.

The name spelled Matriosha, once a popular name for girls is believed that it was derived from the Latin word MATER, which means mother or more to the point, grandmother. In old Russia,the grandmother tended to a large family therefore she represents the largest doll with the future generations of dolls tucked inside her. This symbolizes the hope and value of life and family; the heart and soul of Russian people.

With rosy cheeks, wide blue eyes, a traditional white fur coat and radiant look - this is Anastasia the classic matryoshka nesting doll. The doll has been designed by the women and mothers of the Russian Community in Kuwait.

The lovely ladies spent days sculpting and painting this mezmerizing doll.

Alongside Anastasia, the women wished to represent the beauty of their tradition by creating a one of a kind matryshka.

Meet Nasser; a man of elegance and known to everyone in the Arab community for being Victorious just like his name. As a symbol of power and pride, the falcon which is Kuwait's national bird stands on his arm.

The dolls were presented in the art Exhibition of Russian artists, that was in the Russian Embassy of Kuwait.

Supported by the Russian Embassy, the famous dolls will be sent to an exhibition in St. Petersburg to represent the state of Kuwait and love of the Russians living here.

The artists hope the honor will be a boon for the Russian Expats living in Kuwait. They hope that people will know that their love and pride for their country still lies in their hearts.

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Avoid the Holiday weight gain With Tips from TIMA Love Life’s Jennifer Chalouhi he holiday season can be a challenging time for weight-watchers, with tempting choices lurking around the corner that ultimately add up by the New Year. Jennifer Chalouhi, brand ambassador of TIMA Love Life, Personal Trainer and Mother of 3, shares some top healthy tips to help you avoid all those endless temptations and unwanted weight gain during the holidays.

Be sure to get plenty of rest and sleep.

The number one culprit during the holidays is staying up late and not getting at least 7 to 8 hours of sleep nightly. When your body is depleted and running low on energy, your muscles lack recovery and the first thing most people crave is food. Making the right choices for nutritious and healthy food is extremely difficult when we are tired and sleep is your best weapon against this.

Eat every 3 to 4 hours.

If you think skipping meals and saving yourself for the one big meal at that holiday party will help, it will actually do the opposite. It may result in you overloading on unnecessary calories and might put you in a ‘food coma’ where you will feel bloated from having over eaten. It is also best to keep your insulin levels stable and eat every 3 to 4 hours with healthy breakfast options such as a fruit smoothie, oatmeal topped with fruits or scrambled eggs with toast. The best snacks inbetween your meals would also include a handful of almonds, an apple, veggie stick or a 1/2 cup of yogurt.

Never arrive to a party hungry.

Come 6pm you’re probably thinking that with dinner being at 8pm you’ll be fine to wait. Think again. The last thing you want is to arrive to a holiday party super hungry. First, make sure you’ve been drinking plenty of water during the day. Have a light snack before arriving to your lunch or dinner engagement and aim to stay near the veggies rather than cave into chips or snacks with high calories.

Watch your portions If you are arriving to a buffet style lunch or dinner, aim to fill your plate once with everything you want. Eat slowly and stick to that portion rather than going for a second round. This also goes for dessert. I’m always up for moderation. If you are eyeing that one dessert you can’t wait to dig into, stick to that one dessert and enjoy it!

“If you’re going to commit the crime, make sure you do the time.”

I always say this to my clients and of course I mean it in a funny way, if you know your holiday plans ahead of time make sure to get that extra bit of cardio in or choose a workout that you enjoy and stick to it. Putting exercise on the back burner during the holidays is something most people actually do. When people are on holiday they usually let go, but added calories will creep in if you keep eating fatty foods and if you are inactive most of the time. Our bodies need to constantly move in order to burn any extra calories we may be consuming during the holidays.

Let’s be real, the holidays are a time to celebrate and enjoy being with loved ones and what better way to celebrate than with food. But you don’t have to allow food to set you back 5 or 10 kgs, rather beat those unwanted holiday weight gains and include a daily workout plan whether its jogging, yoga, zumba, a workout from home or running around after your kids. Just make sure to stay active.

Happy Holidays from TIMA Love Life!

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‫تجنبوا زيادة‬

‫الوزن أثناء اإلجازة‬ ‫مع نصائح من جنيفر شالوحي من‬ ‫عالمة تيما ‪TIMA Love Life‬‬ ‫يمكن لموسم العطالت أن يكون وقتًا صعبًا لؤلئك الذين يراقبون‬ ‫وزنهم‪ ،‬مع خيارات مغرية من األكالت التي تكثر في العطالت ‪ ،‬وتزيد‬ ‫من وزنهم قبل السنة الجديدة‪ .‬وفي هذا اإلطار‪ ،‬تشارك جنيفر‪ ،‬سفيرة‬ ‫وأم لثالثة‬ ‫عالمة تيما ‪ ،TIMA Love Life‬وهي مدربة رياضية شخصية ُ‬ ‫أطفال‪ ،‬بعض أبرز النصائح الصحية التي ستساعدكم على تفادي كل‬ ‫هذه اإلغراءات والزيادة غير المرغوب فيها بالوزن خالل عطلة األعياد‪.‬‬

‫إحرصوا على الحصول على الكثير من الراحة والنوم‪.‬‬ ‫إن المتهم رقم واحد خالل عطلة االعياد هو السهر حتى وقت متأخر‪ ،‬والحصول على‬ ‫ما يقل عن ‪ 7‬إلى ‪ 8‬ساعات من النوم لي ً‬ ‫ال‪ .‬عندما يستنفذ الجسم قواه وتنقص طاقته‪،‬‬ ‫تفتقر عضالتكم إلى القوة‪ ،‬وأول شيء يشعر معظم الناس أنهم بحاجة إليه عندها‪ ،‬هو‬ ‫الطعام‪ .‬فمن الصعب اتخاذ الخيارات الصحيحة لألطعمة المغذية والصحية عندما نكون‬ ‫مرهقين‪ ،‬وفي هذه الحالة‪ُ ،‬يعد النوم السالح األفضل لمحاربة هذا الموضوع‪.‬‬

‫كلوا كل ثالث إلى أربع ساعات‪.‬‬ ‫إذا كنتم تعتقدون أن تفويت وجبات الطعام وتوفيرها لتناول وجبة واحدة كبيرة في‬ ‫حفلة اإلجازة سيساعدكم على الحفاظ على وزنكم‪ ،‬إعلموا أن النتيجة في الواقع ستكون‬ ‫عكس ذلك‪ .‬فقد يؤدي ذلك إلى الحصول على سعرات حرارية إضافية ال لزوم لها‪ ،‬وقد‬ ‫سمى بـ "غيبوبة الطعام" حيث تشعرون باالنتفاخ لكونكم أكلتم‬ ‫يضعكم ذلك في ما ُي ّ‬ ‫فضل أيضًا الحفاظ على استقرار مستويات األنسولين وتناول‬ ‫أكثر من الالزم‪ .‬إلى ذلك‪ُ ،‬ي ّ‬ ‫الطعام كل ‪ 3‬إلى ‪ 4‬ساعات مع خيارات صحية للفطور مثل عصائر الفاكهة‪ ،‬والشوفان‬ ‫مع الفواكه‪ ،‬أو البيض المخفوق مع خبز التوست‪ .‬تتضمن أفضل الوجبات الخفيفة التي‬ ‫يمكن تناولها بين وجبات الطعام حفنة من اللوز‪ ،‬أو تفاحة‪ ،‬أو قطع من الخضار‪ ،‬أو نصف‬ ‫كوب من اللبن الزبادي‪.‬‬ ‫ ‬ ‫ال تذهبوا إلى الحفلة وأنتم جوعانين‪.‬‬ ‫مساء‪ ،‬وأنكم إذا وصلتم‬ ‫إذا كنتم تظنون أنه سيتم تقديم العشاء عند الساعة ‪8‬‬ ‫ً‬ ‫مساء‪ ،‬ستتمكنون من االنتظار‪ ،‬فكروا مرة أخرى‪ ،‬فآخر شيء تريدونه هو‬ ‫عند الساعة ‪6‬‬ ‫ً‬ ‫الوصول إلى الحفلة وأنتم جوعانين‪ .‬أوالً‪ ،‬تأكدوا من شرب الكثير من الماء خالل النهار‪،‬‬ ‫وتناولوا وجبة خفيفة قبل الوصول إلى الغداء أو العشاء واقصدوا الجلوس بالقرب من‬ ‫الخضار بدالً من شرائح التشيبس أو الوجبات الخفيفة ذات السعرات الحرارية المرتفعة‪.‬‬

‫راقبوا كمية الطعام‬ ‫إذا كنتم مدعوون إلى مأدبة غداء أو عشاء على طريقة البوفيه‪ ،‬احرصوا على ملء‬ ‫طبقكم لمرة واحدة بكل ما ترغبون بتذوقه‪ .‬كلوا ببطء واكتفوا بهذه الكمية بدالً من‬ ‫ثان‪ ،‬وينطبق هذا األمر على الحلويات أيضًا‪ .‬أنا دائمًا مع االعتدال‪ .‬فإذا‬ ‫الحصول على طبق ٍ‬ ‫كنتم تتأملون طبق الحلوى الذي ال تستطيعون االنتظار لالنقضاض عليه‪ ،‬فاستمتعوا‬ ‫به‪ ،‬وال تتذوقوا العديد من األنواع!‬ ‫إذا كنتم سترتكبون هذا الخطأ فاجهزوا له!‬ ‫أنا دائمًا أقول هذا لعمالئي وأقصد ذلك بطريقة مرحة بالطبع‪ ،‬فإذا كنتم تعرفون خطط‬ ‫إجازتكم في مسبقًا إحرصوا على القيام ببعض تمارين الكارديو اإلضافية‪ ،‬أو اختاروا‬ ‫تمارين رياضية تستمتعون بها وتلتزمون بها‪ .‬إن التوقف المؤقت عن ممارسة الرياضة‬ ‫أمر يقوم به معظم الناس فعليًا‪ .‬فعندما يكون الناس في إجازة‬ ‫خالل عطلة األعياد ُ‬ ‫عادة ما يتوقفون عن االهتمام بلياقتهم‪ ،‬إال أن السعرات الحرارية ستتسلل إليهم إذا‬ ‫ما واصلوا تناول األطعمة الدهنية‪ ،‬وإذا كانوا غير ناشطين في معظم الوقت‪ .‬تحتاج‬ ‫أجسامنا إلى التحرك باستمرار لحرق السعرات الحرارية الزائدة التي قد نستهلكها خالل‬ ‫عطلة االعياد‪ .‬لنكن واقعيين‪ ،‬إن اإلجازات هي وقت لالحتفال واالستمتاع بتواجدنا مع‬ ‫أحبائهنا‪ ،‬وما من طريقة أفضل من الطعام لالحتفال‪ .‬لكن عليكم أال تسمحوا للطعام أن‬ ‫يكلفكم زيادة ‪ 5‬أو ‪ 10‬كيلوغرامات‪ ،‬وعوضًا عن ذلك‪ ،‬تغلبوا على زيادة الوزن غير المرغوب‬ ‫فيها في اإلجازة‪ ،‬واتبعوا برنامجًا يوميًا للتمارين الرياضية كالركض‪ ،‬واليوغا‪ ،‬والزومبا‪،‬‬ ‫والتمارين الرياضية المنزلية‪ ،‬أو الركض خلف األطفال‪ .‬فقط تأكدوا من أن تحافظوا على‬ ‫نشاطكم‪.‬‬ ‫وإجازة سعيدة من تيما ‪!TIMA Love Life‬‬

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BAH HUMBUG!

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t’s that time of year again; the time of year when even the most generous and tolerant people turn into Ebenezer Scrooge having been pushed to the limit by the crowds, the cost, or simply just the excessive nature of Christmas.

Scrooge, that well-known Charles Dickens character from the novel ‘A Christmas Carol’ is a cold-hearted miser who despises Christmas and although his character was first introduced in 1893, his catchphrase ‘Bah Humbug’ is still used today. In fact, it’s probably the most common terminology used to express disgust at today’s Christmas traditions.

Christmas is no longer just a religious and cultural celebration commemorating the birth of Jesus Christ. In the US alone, the festive season generates over $400 billion of economic activity every year – that’s an awful lot of baubles!

So when did Christmas become such a commercial event? It’s always been a time for giving but I suspect tradition has now given way to pressure.

My own Christmas wish-list when I was a child probably consisted of something like a Tiny Tears doll or an album by the Bay City Rollers. Thanks mainly to technology, today’s children desire the latest iphone, smart watch or videogame (perhaps all of the above), none of which can be found in the supermarket ‘bargain bucket’. We all want our children to have the latest games and gadgets and the most fashionable clothes and shoes, but putting pressure on ourselves to satisfy their demands when our budget is already stretched, is not particularly wise; especially when many of them don’t even understand the true meaning of Christmas.

Regardless of your thoughts on the December festivities, you can’t deny the delights of traditional decorations. It’s always nice to see Christmas tree lights twinkling in someone’s window, or a shop display depicting a winter wonderland; but again, this once modest custom is now bordering on the ridiculous. Homes across the world are now lit up like an airport runway. Giant Santas are fastened to rooftops; blow-up reindeer are erected in gardens; and, in the absence of real snow, plastic snowmen stand guard over a fake robin redbreast. Where will it all end? Keeping up with the neighbours, it seems,

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is getting a little out of hand.

The sad thing is, rarely among all of the seasonal mistletoe, holly and poinsettia, do you see a ‘proper’ nativity scene; Mary and Joseph with the baby Jesus wrapped in swaddling clothes, the Angel, three Wise Men, shepherds and their sheep.

This is, ultimately, what Christmas is all about, yet you’re more likely to find Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs than you are to find a manger and the Star of Bethlehem.

And Christmas wouldn’t be Christmas without a mountain of food. Food waste is a bone of contention at any time of the year but it increases ten-fold during the festive period. There’s only so much food one person can eat so why buy so much excessive produce only to throw it away? Don’t get me wrong, I enjoy a traditional Christmas dinner as much as the next person (apart from the sprouts that is!) but only in moderation. I wonder how many jars of pickled red cabbage are actually opened; or how many packets of chestnut stuffing are still sitting in the kitchen cupboard well beyond the twelfth night; not forgetting the nut crackers which have yet to see a nut!

I must admit, I took on the role of Ebenezer Scrooge some years ago when I gave up the arduous annual task of buying, writing and posting Christmas cards. What a complete and utter waste of time and money that is! Living in Kuwait, a country with no official postal service, gave me the perfect excuse to forgo this particular yearly undertaking. However, even before my move to the Middle East, I chose to forfeit this costly exercise and give the money to charity instead. So, not entirely Ebenezer after all! Having said that, I suspect if I was still residing in my home country I would soon be muttering ‘Bah Humbug’ at the crowded shops, expensive decorations and constant playing of Wizzard’s 1973 hit ‘I wish it could be Christmas every day’.

Perhaps we should all go back to basics when it comes to Christmas. By all means deck the halls with boughs of holly but remember why you’re doing it in the first place. In ‘A Christmas Carol’, Mr. Scrooge eventually sees the light and becomes a model of generosity and kindness. A lesson to us all I think.

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Sofia Al Asfoor

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“I truly believe that if you want something you can get it”

From a young age, Sofia Al Asfoor had a vision.

She also had persistence and passion and is now well on the way to achieving her ultimate goal.

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Please introduce yourself to our readers:

I am a Bahraini entrepreneur who appreciates luxury. I live and breathe through my brand and what I create for today’s new generation of woman.

I have a vision in mind with the strength and determination to grow as a brand and a person. I create luxury leather handmade handbags and accessories from Arabia; to stand strong against the international brands to show we too can offer such luxury from our part of the world representing our woman’s power and savior flair.

Tell us about your childhood and education:

I was born and raised in Bahrain; that’s my home.

I was raised in a family of entrepreneurs, which I guess is why those traits were passed down to me.

When it came time to study I wanted to experience something different and go to the places where fashion really meant something. I studied in London and Milan on womenswear fashion and the art of leather craft.

How and when did you get interested in fashion?

I have been brought up by a creative family; design and interest in fashion has always been around me since I was a child.

What kind of advice would you give to someone interested in getting into the fashion industry today?

Have a vision, a goal and a unique identify.

Persistence and passion will get you far.

I work closely with the client in understanding fully what she desires from the exotic skin; style, size, emblem and engraving.

We offer emblems made out of solid gold and diamonds (this is done by renowned jewelers using only the finest diamonds).

After the client has confirmed their order we start by working closely with the tannery to create the skin in the colour and finish she desires. This process in itself can take up to 2-3 months. Once the factory has received the skins the bag is hand cut by experts with skill in exotic leather cutting, then assigned to a master artisan to complete the bag.

Simultaneously a handcrafter leather box is custom made for the clients order, sealed with her name.

I had a curiosity for the craft of handbags after a young bag obsession, like many girls at a young age. That made me explore wanting to learn and understand more in the field.

When did you finally launch your business and did you face any difficulties starting your business?

What is the price range of your handbags?

I was lucky enough to get a personal loan from a friend and I got a team of artisans together. I had my designs in mind already, so the challenging part was just making the bags exactly how I wanted them. The business was launched in 2012 so it’s still new, which is also challenging, as I want to position it in the luxury sector.

Our Classic line ranges from 1100 AED and our exotic pieces can range up to 260000 AED.

How can people get a hold of a Sofia Al Asfoor bag?

We will be launching in Bloomingdales Kuwait this February and you can currently purchase them on our website www.sofiaalasfoor.com with complimentary shipping.

How did you overcome the challenges?

What is your creative process like?

Everybody wants something original. I design with the confident woman in mind. I envision a style that will be part of the Shield range. A style in mind develops over time; when I see it with clarity I fly to 040

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A little bit of myself - I think it’s crucial to love my product - but mainly the woman I want wearing the bag; a strong and independent woman on a mission to succeed.

You also offer a customization option.

How does that work?

How did your interest in handbags and accessories develop?

The most distinctive feature is the pyramids. This was a challenge in itself to perfect. The emblem is also distinctive and unique.

Who do you have in mind when you design your bags?

What materials do you use and why?

As a child my mother always insisted on classes to do with art, music and sports. I hadn’t taken any fashion classes until I went to study abroad in London and Milan. In my last year of school I focused on practical work on leather accessories, where you are taught the basics of leather craft and to stitch your own pieces.

What are some of the distinctive features and elements of your bags?

Where do you drive inspiration from?

I have a very artistic eye, so when I’m walking the streets while travelling I tend to get inspired by all things beautiful. It could be the reflection in a puddle or someone’s outfit. All these beautiful things inspire me. The strong women who I surround myself with also heavily inspire me.

I use the world’s finest leathers. I use calf skin and crocodile.

Did you go for any formal training or education in fashion?

Believing in the designs, my team and myself was how I got through the process. I truly believe that if you want something you can get it, so I never gave up on my vision. Overcoming challenges is the most rewarding part of the whole process I think.

the factory in Spain to work closely with the master patrons. We develop and create the blue prints of the bag and that turns into the first sample. Whilst the creation is being put together, suggestions and modifications are made until the design is finalized. For all our pieces we continuously develop and finesse each piece even after they have gone into production. Continuous R&D (research and development) is done over the years striving for perfection.

What are your future plans for the brand?

Your message for us at CP magazine: I would like to thank CP for taking the time to share my story with their readers.

We plan on expanding the awareness of the brand into more markets to make it a household name. I am always thinking of ways to perfect the bag and have it evolve with time while keeping its classic design. I want the brand to be one that everyone knows.

What would be your ultimate goal for the brand?

For the pieces to be real staple items and for my brand to be a household name.

Your message for our readers:

Fulfillment only comes through achieving what you love.

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What’s Trending down the Supermarket Aisles?

A Dietitian’s Guide to Making Healthy and Smart Market Choices Zainab Almousa, MS, RD

long day at work and, on good days, a workout squeezed into my tight schedule, I treat myself to the supermarket. Yes you heard that right, the supermarket. Somehow over the years I have started to enjoy grocery shopping almost as much as I enjoy shoe shopping; maybe being a dietitian is partly to blame. What’s even better is that the former leaves a much gentler effect on my bank statement and can be done on a daily basis. What is interesting about grocery shopping is that our choices seem to evolve as we age mostly in a better direction – somewhat like our wardrobes. Also, shopping for yourself in college when you are on a tight budget and want something that is filling varies greatly compared to when you are shopping for a family and start thinking of your child’s nourishment.

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Nutrition professionals usually tell you to go to the supermarket after having a meal to avoid making unhealthy purchases. I, however, usually go right before dinner because I feel that going on an empty stomach inspires a bit of creativity in the dishes I make the following week. I roam around the fruit and vegetable section savouring the different seasonal selections and coming up with various ways to cook them. What is interesting though is that going to the supermarket on a full stomach is a piece of advice that does not come unwarranted.

Apparently supermarkets are designed, and products are displayed, in a way to attract consumers to buy things they might not have intended to purchase and more often than not, those products tend to be not so healthy.

Sticking to a list of purchases becomes even harder when your trip to the market happens to be with your toddler. I had the pleasure of witnessing the power of manufacturer advertising on kids first hand when my 22 month old daughter started shouting, ‘Minnie Mouse, Minnie Mouse’ in the dairy section. I turned around to see what she was pointing at and realized it was a fruit flavoured yogurt that had as much sugar as a candy bar. The yogurt was in a pretty pink package with a large picture of Minnie Mouse

on it, far more attractive to a child than the plain yogurt I was putting in our cart. What’s interesting is that the fruit yogurt was strategically placed at the top shelf in the refrigerator to catch a child’s eye right from where they’re sitting in the shopping cart seat. I quickly distracted her with a bright pink glass cleaner that I had in the cart and pushed our cart away. Unfortunately the products that manufacturers promote to kids with colourful packaging and famous characters are those that are pretty high in sugar and low in nutritional value; the most common of these products are breakfast cereals.

Interestingly, kids are not the only victims of advertising strategies used by manufacturers; we are too. Words like ‘Low Fat’ and ‘Made with Wholegrains’ often attract consumers trying to make healthier choices.

The unfortunate reality is that many of these products are not healthy and quite lacking in nutritional value.

Manufacturers pay what is called a ‘slotting fee’ to supermarkets to have their product placed on a certain shelf to conveniently catch a customer’s eye.

Armed with that knowledge, how do you as a health conscious consumer protect yourself and your children from the pitfalls of making unhealthy choices? Basically, make the majority of your purchases unpacked and unprocessed. Spend as much time as you can with your kids in the produce section. Make your kids look, smell and touch all the fruits and vegetables. One of my daughter’s favourite games is reciting which animals eat the different fruits and vegetables. When it comes to packaged goods the first thing I do is to ignore all the claims stated at the front of the package and go straight to the ingredient list.

Ingredients are listed in order of weight with the main ingredient first. So if you see the word sugar as the first or second item on the list, then you know that sugar is a main ingredient in the product you have selected. Opt for one with less sugar or no sugar at all. Another trick used by manufacturers is to use different names for sugar such as high-fructose corn syrup, barley malt syrup, or dehydrated cane juice. Unfortunately in modern day products, you find sugar in almost everything such as bread, pasta sauce, fruit flavoured yogurts, savoury biscuits, and so on. You would be surprised how hard it is to find bread that has no added sugar. If I’m buying bread I usually buy it from the bakery at the supermarket because it has fewer preservatives. I keep it in the freezer at home and warm it up every time I care to have a slice. As for dairy products, I usually choose plain yogurt and milk and top them with fresh fruits at home or mix them with frozen fruits with no added sugar for a delicious smoothie. Also steer away from processed meats, which studies have shown significantly increase a person’s cancer risk. As for the candy and chocolate aisle, I just skip it altogether and treat my daughter with some dates or raisins. At the end of the day make the supermarket a fun place for you and your kids; a place that is free of tantrums and cries of discontent. The trick is to know which aisles to roam.

Happy shopping!

Here’s a list summarizing my supermarket tricks: 1. Spend the majority of your time at the produce section and make most of your purchases fresh and unpackaged.

2. Let your kids pick out their favourite fruits and vegetables and think of recipes that you can cook together.

3. Always read the ingredient list even if a product claims to be healthy. Stay away from products where sugar and salt are first on the list.

4. Buy fresh bread from the bakery to limit the amount of preservatives you consume.

5. If buying packed bread read the ingredient list and make sure the first word on the list is ‘Wholegrain or ‘Wholewheat’ because even if a product claims to ‘contain wholegrains’ the first ingredient on the list may be refined flour.

6. Purchase plain dairy products with no added flavours.

Opt for full fat products for kids up to the age of two and low fat or fat free for adults and older kids.

7. Stay away from fruit juices for kids and give them plain milk or water as an alternative. Mix milk with frozen berries or bananas to make a healthy smoothie.

8. A healthy alternative to fresh fruits are frozen fruits and vegetables. Just make sure to read the label to avoid added salt or sugar.

9. Try to skip the candy and chocolate aisle altogether and distract your child with dried fruits and nuts as an alternative.

10. As an alternative to chips and crisps buy popcorn kernels and prepare them at home with your kids. It’s a healthier alternative to the microwavable brands which have lots of preservatives.

11. Stay away from processed meats and opt for fresh fish, poultry, meat, beans and legumes.

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Eyewear Trends for 2017 Natalie Rose Choonoo

yewear is fashion and fashion is eyewear!

Well, at least in my world it is! Choosing eyewear is a personal choice. Here are some trendy elements to get your 2017 eyewear choice ‘on fleek!’

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subtle colour choices make it effortless for you to match any outfit, since they are neutral with a hint of sophistication.

Shapes lCat-eye

shapes are still a staple for women this season, especially with an oversized dramatic frame design on the upper rim. lThe rounded cat eye shape provides for a simpler look. It will keep you on trend, without the boldness of a traditional cat-eye. lThe essential round shape has made a comeback and we see this trend continuing for years to come. lThe versatility of the unisex round shape makes it a fundamental frame choice for both men and women. lAviator shaped lenses are also utilizing the classic round design by what is termed the ‘round lens aviator’. lSquare shaped glasses are timeless for men. Accents that update this style and make it different to previous seasons include the ‘keyhole’ nose bridge and the use of dual colours.

Frame Details

brow line seems to be the focal point of most frames in 2017. bridges of classic silvers and golds are joined with plastic frames to make a scholar-like frame. lLikewise, metal frames are reinforced with plastic brow lines which creates a very dominant look. lThe use of the ‘double nose bridge’ which was once very masculine is now present in women's eyewear too.

Colours l The marbled look is also gaining momentum. lNatural hues is where the eyewear market is moving this season. lColours are now more subtle and soft compared to the previous years lCreate your luxe look with a mix of light and dark shades with a subtle shine. of dark and bold shades. like dusty pink, baby blue or soft creams evoke a feminine and calming tone. lLight brown, olive green and honey amber shades are popular among men who want to mimic the natural colour trend. lOpaque to clear frames are very much in style too.

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The eyewear trends for 2017 are numerous. The most important aspect is for you to feel comfortable wearing your eyewear. Not every trend will suit every face shape or optical prescription. We are individuals and that is what creates trends! Whether it is functional or fashionable eyewear advice that you need, be sure to visit International Optique this 2017!

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JUNKYARD STREET CLASSICS “Keeping it simple” Al-Hamra Tower has been a popular social venue since first opening its doors in 2011. Whether it’s luxury brand shopping, the latest movie releases or a spot of weekend jazz, the mall rarely disappoints. But there’s another great reason to visit Al-Hamra – Junkyard!

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Junkyard Street Classics can also be found in two other locations in Kuwait – The Village and Ardiya – but it’s their Al-Hamra restaurant that really got us talking. With a mighty menu selection it was difficult to know where to start but we made ourselves comfortable and settled down to eat.

To whet our appetites, we started with the Butterfly Shrimp. These freshly breaded shrimps were both crispy and juicy and worked perfectly with the accompanying honey mustard dip. The Street Wings, also breaded, were equally enjoyable and a winner with the buffalo sauce and blue cheese dip. Next, we tried the Chicken Tenders (tender indeed!) together with the Chili Cheese Fries – a feast in itself with homemade chili beef, mixed cheese, jalapenos, onions and mustard – a fiery favourite!

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To our surprise, there’s an impressive selection of salads at Junkyard. Choose from Pumpkin, Caesar, Beetroot, Portobello Mushroom or Mozzarella & Tomato. We opted to try the Beetroot and Caesar varieties, both of which were fresh, crunchy and more than generous.

But no trip to Junkyard would be complete without a burger! As expected, the Street Classic didn’t disappoint – juicy beef, cheddar cheese, lettuce, onions and pickles with just the right amount of ketchup and mustard – delicious! The Junky was equally tasty thanks to a generous topping of signature yard sauce; and the B-C-B (Bacon Cheese Burger) hit the spot with its cheddar cheese and beef bacon combo.

For those who prefer chicken, you can’t go wrong with the Yard Chicken Burger - juicy chicken coated with just the right amount of seasoned breadcrumbs – guaranteed to impress! There’s also a Buffalo Chicken option – the same juicy chicken breast but smothered in their delicious signature buffalo sauce. We also tried the Grilled Chicken Sandwich (marinated chicken strips, cheddar cheese, lettuce and tomatoes, lightly dressed with mayo), a tasty alternative to a burger and one of five fresh sandwich options available at Junkyard. Choose from Halloum, Tuna Mayo, Turkey, Mozzarella & Tomato and Grilled Chicken.

The Junkyard menu also features three mouthwatering Quesadillas (Vegetable, Chicken or Mushroom), two finger-licking Hot Dogs (Street Dog or Yard Chili Cheese) and a trio of Grills (Chicken Fajita, Beef Fajita or Shrimp Fajita). We sampled the shrimp – great choice! The signature flour tortillas were soft and light; the shrimps plump and juicy; the onions and capsicums hot and crunchy; and the cheese, sour cream, guacamole and marinara sauce, the perfect tasty topping.

Surprisingly, we still had room for dessert (although only just!) and were tempted by their Signature Chocolate Triangles – deep fried golden puff pastry triangles topped with Nutella and honey – deliciously decadent! Other dessert options include Chocolate Chip Brownie and their popular Chubby Balls.

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With a wide selection of beverages to accompany your meal, you’ll find everything you need at Junkyard. By ‘keeping it simple’, they have created an enjoyable dining experience promising the street-food you crave without skimping on quality. And the great thing about their Al-Hamra location is you can enjoy it all from the perfect people-watching platform! Alternatively, you could take advantage of their home delivery option.

Junkyard is just one of the quality eateries established by the Kuwait London Company. As with all of their restaurants, Junkyard has been developed locally and is operated by an experienced in-house team of culinary, managerial and technical experts. The result is plain to see and the added bonus with the Al-Hamra site is that they now serve breakfast from 8am to 12 noon every day. There is currently no home delivery option for breakfast at Al-Hamra but this can only be a good thing – it gives you the perfect excuse to eat out!

Follow Junkyard on Instagram @junkyardkw or visit one of their urban themed locations at Al-Hamra (22270292), The Village (23901022) or Ardhiya (22399133).

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YUMMY FOR THEIR LITTLE TUMMY:

Breakfast Time!

Sherifa Alasousi

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kipping breakfast can set you up for over-eating later in the day. A healthy morning meal, on the other hand, can give you energy, satisfy your appetite and set the stage for smart decisions all day long.

Breakfast is the most important meal of the day for all ages so start your day with a nutritious and beneficial meal to have a successful day. Babies and kids need to have a well built breakfast to help them build their little mussels, brains and energy.

Here's a look at some of my favourite breakfast foods, along with expert tips for making them even healthier.

Oatmeal

Steel-cut oats, which take about 15 minutes to cook, contain more fiber than rolled oats or instant varieties, but any type of oatmeal is a healthy choice; just avoid the flavoured kinds which can be packed with sugar. Instead, sweeten your bowl with milk and a bit of honey and top with fruit and nuts.

Greek Yogurt

Greek yogurt is loaded with calcium and boasts plenty of protein (nearly twice as much as regular yogurt) to keep you feeling full throughout the morning. Your best bet is to choose a plain, non-fat variety and add some fruit to give it some sweetness and flavour.

My recipe this month contains eggs and makes a wonderful breakfast meal for all ages.

Eggs

Once shunned for being high in dietary cholesterol (one yolk contains about 60% of your daily allotment), eggs are now embraced as a healthy source of protein and nutrients like vitamin D. Why the turnaround? Research has shown that the cholesterol in our food has less of an impact on blood cholesterol than previously thought.

Watermelon

Watermelon is an excellent way to hydrate in the morning. What's less well known is this juicy fruit is among the best sources of lycopene (a nutrient found in red fruits and vegetables) which is important for vision, heart health and cancer prevention.

Blueberries

Fresh or frozen, these tiny super fruits pack a big antioxidant punch.

Or better yet, a flurry of punches! Studies suggest that eating blueberries regularly can help improve everything from memory and motor skills to blood pressure and metabolism.

Kiwi

This fruit has about 65 milligrams of vitamin C per serving, nearly as much as an orange. It's also rich in potassium and copper and contains more fiber per ounce than a banana, making it a good aid to digestion.

Orange juice

Fresh squeezed OJ is a classic (and tasty) morning beverage, but that doesn't mean it can't be improved on. For even more nutritional benefit, opt for a store-bought variety that's fortified with vitamin D. Along with fatty fish and fortified milk, fortified OJ is one of the few dietary sources of the sunshine vitamin, higher levels of which have been linked to a lower risk of osteoporosis, depression and certain cancers.

You will need: l12 eggs l5 cherry tomatoes l1/2 cup chopped onion l1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper, or to taste l1/2 teaspoon salt l1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper l1/4 teaspoon garlic powder l1/2 cup shredded Cheddar cheese l1 cup thinly-sliced fresh spinach leaves

Steps: 1- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease 12 muffin cups, or line with paper muffin liners.

2- Beat eggs in a large bowl. Stir in onion, green pepper, salt, pepper and garlic powder. Mix in the tomatoes, spinach leaves and Cheddar cheese. Spoon into muffin cups.

3- Bake in preheated oven until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean, 20 to 25 minutes.

You can add mozzarella cheese on top after it’s done and leave it in the oven for a couple of seconds until it melts. You can also add some fresh herbs just to give it a little kick of freshness - I love adding some basil on top. Serve them with a warm Caesar salad.

Bon appetite!

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When it comes to celebrating in Kuwait, there’s one name on everyone’s lips:

SoJennie Created by Jennie Kergoat-Ruelland, SoJennie represents the opulence typically associated with weddings across the Middle East. Whilst the gold, crystal, marble and silverware guaranteed a certain sparkle, Jennie wanted to add a different kind of glamour. With this in mind, she created the Premium Luxury Bubbles of SoJennie.

SoJennie may be alcohol free but its sparkling sophistication is a winning formula for any special occasion. Made from concentrated grape juices, the luxury bubbles are growing in popularity and are the perfect choice for everything from a wedding to a baby shower.

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alternative to other forbidden, calorie-laden options.

Only the best grapes are used in the original, exclusive and natural recipe, ensuring a welcome sharpness and a dry, clean taste. Meanwhile, its delicate pink bubbles guarantee a healthy reception.

Such is its reputation, the luxurious SoJennie brand is endorsed by Harrods, London as well as other prestigious outlets in Dubai, Hong Kong, Geneva, Riyadh, Tokyo, Berlin, Doha, Mauritius and Muscat; not forgetting Kuwait.

Why not add a touch of refinement to your own celebration? SoJennie was created with the modern party in mind. It celebrates a new, responsible attitude focusing on both health and pleasure.

Light and fragrant, it combines the best fruits with the best bubbles, bringing the spirit of Paris to the Middle East.

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Keys2Balance

A L - M U F T A H “Balance is key, but what are the keys to balance?”

Reem Al-Muftah’s love of all things ‘health and fitness’ has lead to her sacrificing her own competitive instincts to concentrate on improving the lifestyle balance of others. But what inspired Reem to become a ‘positive influencer’ and what’s the surprising guilty pleasure she just cannot resist?

Hi Reem. In a few sentences, please tell our readers a little about yourself.

Well, I am 28 years old and come from Qatar. I was brought up in an environment surrounded by health, fitness and the love for sports. As a child, I engaged in all physical activities that were provided to me in school and simply fell in love with sports. As I grew, the love then expanded to include all health and fitness related matters.

Tell us about your education and what you currently do?

I completed most of my schooling in the American School of Doha in Qatar and continued to study Business Administration at Carnegie Mellon University, Qatar. I then began working in Human Resources in our Oil and Gas Sector. I opted for HR as I knew I wanted to work with people and what better way than in my country’s most critical industry, petrol.

How and when did your interest in sports develop?

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general fitness and football. As expected, I started trying out different sports and ended up loving and playing primarily football and basketball and developing a passion for weight training and conditioning.

Did your family support you in your interest for sports?

As a young man, my father played for Al-Wakrah Sports Club here in his hometown Al-Wakrah. Consequently, my father always supported me and my siblings’ interest for sports. My family as a whole was very supportive of my personal interest in sports as they quickly realized my great respect for the world of health and fitness.

What is your favourite sport?

Football. There is no better sport to play or watch.

What lead you to start Keys2Balance and what exactly is your philosophy about healthy life and fitness?

Friends and family would always ask how I constantly maintained my healthy lifestyle. One day, I just randomly thought of using one of the current social media platforms to

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spread my attitude towards it all. My friends and family all encouraged me, although I had my reservations. I wanted to offer something new, something a bit different, so decided the account should actually answer the question I was always asked, how do I maintain the lifestyle? I automatically answered myself, ‘balance’.

The aim of the account is to show the public that living a balanced and healthy lifestyle doesn’t have to be strict, tiring and boring. My philosophy? Balance is key, but what are the keys to balance? I believe that life is too short to live it feeling like you’re suffering to be healthy and fit. I always hear people complain and give up and I want to prevent the distortion and wrong image people have been lead to believe. I am not a certified trainer nor am I a nutritionist, but I believe that every individual can find his or her own keys to balancing a healthy lifestyle.

How can someone get motivated to start a healthy/ active lifestyle?

This might sound cliché, but the motivation has to come from within. If that person does not want to change the way they live their life, then it will not happen. Starting and even sustaining a healthy lifestyle is done through active thinking. In my opinion, we have to continuously be aware of our actions and behaviour.

The weaknesses in our lifestyles are usually patterned and we need to be able to identify and change them.

What do you find are people’s top fitness concerns and what advice do you give?

The two most common fitness concerns I hear about are food and time.

I agree that eating the wrong foods is the hardest to reduce, but I always recommend active thinking. When we are hungry, we forget that no matter what we eat, we will eventually get full. People decide to go for the better tasting items that are probably the unhealthier options. By balancing their diet to include the majority of the daily requirements and by actively choosing healthier options, clean eating can be achieved. I do not support strict diets unless it’s a health requirement, but I do support a balanced non-strict diet.

When it comes to time, everyone is quick to complain that they do not have time to incorporate physical activities into their busy schedules. I am a firm believer that there is always time.

For example, it could be as simple as always using the stairs at work, including your children in outdoor activities or just taking 20 minutes to do straightforward exercises while you watch your favourite TV show.

Have you ever considered competing in sports or being part of the official team in any sports?

I would love to officially compete in sports but I choose to focus on other matters and balance my lifestyle to enjoy the benefits of my many favourite activities.

Being an inspiration to others, what inspires you the most?

I deeply hope that I do inspire others as it’s this that inspires me to continue Keys2Balance. I can’t be the judge but I am sure of one thing, my ambition to show people they can apply simple adjustments to help achieve a healthy and active lifestyle. My love for health and fitness inspires my posts and I will not stop trying to ignite that love in others.

How can we combine a healthy way of living with a busy life? Any tips?

Here are my five general guidelines to balancing a healthy way of living:

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lTry to eat as clean as possible, but don’t deny yourself so much lAs much as possible, try to regularly eat your meals at the same times each day lDrink lots of water lMove - if you have the option to move, move lSet realistic goals and manage your expectations lWhatever you do, do not let yourself end up hating the new changes, you have to always remind yourself why you are doing this

What according to you are the 3 most important keys to success in life?

1. Do what you want, do it for you, because only you can do you it 2. Be positive and think better late than never 3. Take advantage of the services around you to educate yourself

What’s your workout routine like every week?

I like to maintain four weight training sessions combined with a small amount of cardio and one to two full cardio sessions during a week. Wherever I can, I will opt for a class such as Zumba or an outdoors event activity such as jet-skiing.

What are your future plans for Keys2Balance?

I hope for it to be more successful and to be able to take advantage of social media to get my message across.

What are you most proud of? And going forward, what’s your biggest dream?

I am most proud of my circle of support that stimulates me to fall more in love with my curiosity for health and fitness. As of now, my only dream is for my message to get across to the community by becoming a public influencer.

When it comes to nutrition, what is your advice?

My most common piece of advice on nutrition is to actively involve your mind in diet options and not to take what you hear at face value. There are numerous studies and theories and we have to constantly educate ourselves by questioning, reading and researching to see which actually apply to our individual biologies.

What are some of your other hobbies?

I love the beach and desert; anything that has to do with the outdoors and has the option of being active.

What’s your guilty pleasure?

Donuts! I love jam and glazed donuts and will never say no!

Your message for our readers: There are many ways to achieve a balanced healthy lifestyle, find YOUR balance.

Your message for us at CP magazine: I thank the CP team for taking interest in my philosophy and message. Without support and motivation from organizations like these, positive influencers would have no voice.

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Looking Back on 2016 Still mourning the loss of their Starman idol, the music world was rocked once again by the death of Prince on 21st April. This extraordinary performer, although often controversial, was unarguably a revolution and will be sorely missed by fans across the globe.

Gill Sherry

ost years have their share of ups and downs.

Inevitably, as time goes by we lose those we love or those we admire. But 2016 saw the loss of a number of highly respected, much loved icons resulting in a year of melancholic regret.

The death of David Bowie on 10th January shocked the world and began what was to be a year of unexpected, celebrity deaths. Almost a year on, people are still mourning the loss of this musical legend and paying tribute to the man who touched so many through his music.

2016 also saw the loss of architectural genius Dame Zaha Hadid. This exceptionally talented lady lost her life on 31st March, leaving behind a lasting legacy of award winning and eye-catching designs. Among her most famous projects were the Sheikh Zayed Bridge in Abu Dhabi, the Phaeno Science Centre in Wolfsburg, Germany and the Aquatics Centre for the 2012 Summer Olympic Games in London. There’s no doubt her passing was a major blow in the world of architecture and design and that her unique and expressive creations will be widely missed.

On 3rd June, news came of yet another shocking loss. Muhammad Ali, considered by many as the greatest heavyweight boxer of all time, died from septic shock in Phoenix, Arizona. Despite being diagnosed with Parkinson’s Syndrome in 1984, the boxing legend was still very much in the public eye and began to take on fights of a very different nature. He travelled to Israel in 1985 to request the release of Muslim prisoners; he visited Sudan in 1988 to raise awareness of the plight of famine victims; and he met with Saddam Hussein in 1990 in an attempt to negotiate the release of American hostages. Later, in 2012, Ali was a flag bearer of the Olympic Flag at the Summer Olympics in London. His obvious health decline was a shock to many but did nothing to lessen the blow of his death four years later.

Thankfully, the 2016 Olympics gave us something to smile about. The Games of the XXXI Olympiad (better known as Rio 2016) saw Kuwait win its first ever Gold medal. Admittedly, Fehaid Al-Deehani’s win in

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the men’s double trap was recorded as ‘independent’ but nothing detracts from his impressive victory and subsequent hero’s welcome back on his home soil.

Unfortunately, not everything in the Middle East is golden.

Since the Battle of Aleppo began in 2012 the Syrian city has suffered massive destruction. The plight of the city and its occupants has been at the forefront of the Syrian civil war in 2016 with repeated air strikes and horrendous consequences. With no end to the troubles in sight we can only pray for those affected by the unrest and hope for peace in the region.

Those forced to flee Syria (and other troubled countries) have been faced with impossible, life threatening decisions. Do they stay in their war-torn homeland or travel great lengths to seek shelter and safety elsewhere.

Many chose to sail to Europe, with fatal consequences.

Closer to home, the lack of casualties resulting from the crash landing of flight EK521 in Dubai in August was nothing short of a miracle. The Emirates Airline crew should be applauded for their efficiency in handling the life-threatening emergency which could quite easily have been so much worse.

Of course, much of 2016 was dominated by Donald Trump. Love him or loathe him you certainly couldn’t avoid him. After 17 months of the most controversial campaigning in US history, Mr. Trump finally beat Hillary Clinton to the White House and, in doing so, created a widespread feeling of unease across the globe. Only time will tell whether the US public made the right decision but one thing is for sure, we’ll be seeing a lot more of that infamous hairstyle in 2017.

Sticking with politics, no-one was more surprised than me by the ‘Brexit’ vote in the UK in June this year. With the British public voting to exit the EU, Prime Minister David Cameron resigned from his position and saw the pound fall to its lowest level since 1985. Theresa May has since taken over at No. 10 but the uncertainty surrounding Britain’s future, and indeed its stability, is still cause for great concern.

On a positive note, Mrs. May met with His Highness the Amir Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah at the GCC Summit in Bahrain earlier this month, strengthening the longstanding and continued relationship between the two countries. No doubt she also congratulated the Amir following the 10th anniversary of his ascension to the throne earlier this year - another highlight of 2016 along with the 55th anniversary of Kuwait’s independence and the 25th anniversary of her liberation.

So, despite the unavoidable sadness that life throws at us, there’s still plenty to smile about when we look back at 2016. Let’s hope 2017 has a few less tears and a lot more cheers!

Happy New Year.

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Top Five for

Dubai

Jim West

Known by many in the region as the ‘Las Vegas of the Middle East’, Dubai is full of the same glitz and glamour as the popular American destination, just minus the gambling! Yet there are plenty of ways to spend your money in this vibrant city literally raised from the sands of the desert.

Dust off your passport and pack some sunscreen.

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1. the MUST see…Liberty Bell. The world’s current tallest building; the Burj Khalifa. Standing at an astounding 160 stories tall, people on the top floors literally have the clouds at their feet. There are two different observation decks at floors 125 and 148. It’s highly recommended to book tickets online as queues do get rather long rather quickly! Don’t worry about buying a day or two in advance either as bad weather is rare most of the year. http://burjkhalifa.ae/en 2. the MUST eat… - There are so many restaurants in this huge city that picking just one is almost an impossible task. However, if you truly want to taste the flavours of the region you must try Al Mallah. They have multiple branches around the city and their huge neon green lights are hard to miss. Definitely try their shawarma. http://www.timeoutdubai.com/restaurants/ details/505-al-mallah

4. the MUST stay…The One & Only Royal Mirage is one of the absolute best places to stay and pamper yourself.

They have an excellent spa and private beach; plus you are a short drive from Dubai Marina which has a lively night life scene along the new hotspot to ‘be seen’ at JBR Walk. If you’d rather avoid the crowds just stay back and sit in their traditional style courtyard with cushion seating and perhaps try some ‘hubbly bubbly’ known as shisha. https://www.oneandonlyresorts.com/one-and-onlyroyal-mirage-dubai 5. the MUST do off the beaten path…three words: Overnight Desert Safari. After a couple days in this grand city, why not break away from the hustle and bustle of the city lights and camp overnight under the stars as you dine on Arabic cuisine, watch a belly dancer, and sip on hot tea. Truly an experience to remember! http://www.desertsafaridubai.com

3. the MUST shop…For a special souvenir, clothing, perfumes or something shiny, grab a taxi and head down to the Gold Souk in Deira neighborhood. It has just about everything - but sharpen up your haggling skills as the first price you hear is not the final price you should pay. http://www.goldsouks.com/dubai/index.php

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DUBAI

WHERE TO DINE

THE CITY GUIDE

Dubai is a city and emirate in the United Arab Emirates known for luxury shopping, ultramodern architecture and a lively nightlife scene. Burj Khalifa, an 830m-tall tower, dominates the skyscraper-filled skyline. At its foot lies Dubai Fountain, with jets and lights choreographed to music. On artificial islands just offshore is Atlantis, The Palm, a resort with water and marine-animal parks.

Indego by Vineet

WHERE TO STAY

The Talk Restaurant & Lounge Atlantis, The Palm Set on the iconic Palm Jumeirah island with views of the Arabian Gulf, this luxurious resort is 14 km from Wild Wadi Water Park and 15 km from Mall of the Emirates.

The Address Dubai Marina Connected to the Dubai Marina Mall, this upscale hotel is an 11-minute walk from the Dubai Marina Mall Tram Station.

The St. Regis Dubai Set in a beaux arts-style building in an urban area overlooking Safa Park, this ornate luxury hotel is 7 km from Jumeirah Beach and 12 km from the Mall of The Emirates.

Manzil Downtown Dubai Manzil Downtown Dubai is an upscale boutique hotel with a contemporary Arabesque design, a stylised hub for today’s social explorers.

AL Ustad Special Kabab

THINGS TO DO

Tong Thai

Dubai Fountains

The Dubai Fountain is the world's largest choreographed fountain system set on the 30-acre manmade Burj Khalifa Lake, at the center of the Downtown Dubai. Illuminated by 6,600 lights and 25 colored projectors, it is 275 m (902 ft) long and shoots water up to 500 ft (152.4 m) into the air accompanied by a range of classical to contemporary Arabic and world music.

Burj Khalifa

Witness unforgettable, panoramic views over Dubai from the observation deck of the iconic Burj Khalifa, the world's tallest building. Let your jaw hit the floor as you are elevated up 125 floors to fantastic 360-degree views over the Arabian Gulf.

Reem Al Bawadi

Ski Dubai

Head inside the Ski Dubai indoor center and enjoy the magical Snow Park zone as you wish, for however long you want. Admire fresh snowfalls, roll down slopes in a snowball-globe, ride toboggans and watch a penguin parade.

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Dolphin Experience at Atlantis The Palm in Dubai Interact with a bottlenose dolphin at Dolphin Bay at Dubai’s Atlantis The Palm. Opt for a shallow-water or deepwater experience and, with an expert trainer, wade into a warm lagoon for a 30-minute encounter with one of these majestic marine mammals.

Bon voyage!

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TheStylistes

Carla Otero

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Marie Auffret

“The Stylistes�

The European image consultants captivated by the Middle East and inspired by the Big Apple.

Hi, please introduce yourselves to our readers: My name is Carla Otero, 35 years old from Spain. Before moving to Dubai, I lived in London, where I went to university and started my career in business. I am very passionate about fashion, travelling and gastronomy.

I am Marie Auffret, 25 years old from France. I moved to Qatar right after my studies of Textile Design and Art and after 3 years, decided to relocate to Dubai. I am fortunate enough to tailor my degree around my passion as it can be quite difficult in this climate. My inspiration derives from the simplest of things; be it street art or runways.

So, what do you both do?

We are a team of wardrobe stylists and image consultants based in Dubai. We style TV commercials, TV shows, editorials, celebrities and individual clients. Additionally, we collaborate with brands as image strategists.

Tell us about your education and any professional training?

Carla: I am a certified Image Consultant by the Fashion Institute of Technology, New York. Prior to that, I graduated in Business Administration from London Westminster University.

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Marie: I graduated from ESAAT - The College of Art, Design and Textiles, France, with a degree in Textile Design and Art. In addition to this I have received professional training in restoring authentic costumes for movies and theatres, at LeVestiaire in Paris.

If you could explain your work to the world, how would you describe it?

Our work is divided into two parts, our personal clients and our commercial projects.

As image consultants for personal clients, we analyze our clients colour, body shape and lifestyles. Following this thorough analysis, we shop with them to create a wardrobe they adore and feel comfortable in. Our aim is to empower individuals by making an impact on their physical appearance and the way they feel about themselves.

On the other hand, our commercial work includes designing and creating the wardrobe for TV commercials and films, styling editorials and collaborating with brands and designers.

How did you get started in fashion styling?

Carla: My passion and interest has always been in image consulting and fashion. I started working as wardrobe stylist for

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TV commercials and fell in love with the creative process of delivering a message through the wardrobe of the characters involved. Every project was different and I loved the challenges and fast pace of film life. Then I moved into other areas of fashion and image, but my beginnings were in television.

Marie: I have always had an interest in fashion for as long as I can remember. I feel the way we dress is a great way to express ourselves and can speak volumes. I began my career as an Assistant Costume Designer for the 2012 Arab Games in Qatar. This wonderful project gave me the chance to develop my knowledge and learn new techniques. Following my interest in fashion I embarked on what would be a lifechanging experience working for Pronovias. Over the next three years inside the fashion department, I developed my skills as a manager and worked directly with leading designers from Barcelona. I was responsible for selecting new styles for the upcoming season and shipped collections to multiple boutiques. Later, I successfully transitioned to the world of Freelance Styling in Dubai to work on a big TV commercial in partnership with Carla.

How did you both meet and how did you decide to collaborate and work together?

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We met on the filming of a Johnson & Johnson TV commercial.

We got along so well that we haven’t stopped working together ever since. We have worked on countless projects as a team.

We both have similar interests and work ethics but each of us has a unique talent. Marie has a special eye for fabrics, textures and understands compositions well. On the other hand, Carla has an eye for colour, proportions and business. As a team, we just love what we do and we hope our clients and people that follow us can see that too.

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What do you love most about your job?

The variety of its nature; one day we are filming a car TV commercial in the desert and the next day we are attending a fashion event or shopping with a personal client. This business never stops to amaze us.

What was the biggest challenge you had to overcome as a stylist?

There is a lot going on in the background of a stylist working for TV and editorials; tight deadlines, countless requirements from the stakeholders involved (directors, agencies, clients).

Sometimes critics can fly your way at the speed of light, but we have understood and learned that being flexible and cooperative are the most important qualities when styling big productions. At the end of the day, we all have the same objective in mind, ‘to deliver a great end product’. To achieve that we must all work as a team.

What kind of projects have you been working on lately?

The past month has been hectic and full of exciting projects. We have worked on the wardrobe management for ENBD, Dodge and Toyota TV commercials. The opportunity to style the talented Joelle Mardinian for an editorial interview came as a real joy for us. In addition, we had some new personal shopping clients; and to top it all off, we designed the pilot uniforms for a new private jet airline.

Where do you go when you need inspiration for your work?

Our biggest source of inspiration, without a shadow of a doubt, is New York City. We both try to spend at least one month a year there, as we always come back to Dubai full of energy and

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with fresh ideas. It is a fast paced city where you can breathe business and fashion. Creativity is in every corner of the Big Apple!

What has been the most successful way of promoting your work?

We have recently gathered forces in our joined Instagram account 'TheStylistes' as a form to express ourselves, showcase our work and what inspires us in our day-to-day activities. We believe Instagram is a great venue of communication to express who we are and our work through a series of images and videos, which we hope people enjoy as much as we do making them.

What is the favourite item you own and why?

Carla: A limited edition watch from Bvlgari. I love its versatility as I can wear it with any outfit. It is very special piece to me as it was a present from my aunt, whom I’m very close to.

Marie: My favourite item is a pair of jeans from mum that I found in the attic of my grandma's house. I customized them myself and they have a sentimental value to me as well as being very comfortable and stylish.

One of the things that fashion stylists say time after time is that one does not have to have a lot of money to have a decent wardrobe. Do you share that philosophy?

Absolutely! The key to an optimal wardrobe that works is having a selection of clothing that are functional, good quality and current; but most importantly the pieces must look great on you, regardless of the brand and price. The cut should be complementing your body shape, the colour should

complement your skin undertone, hair and eyes, and the garments should fit your lifestyle so you actually wear them regularly. Hence the importance of having a professional body shape and colour analysis done, so you can build a wardrobe that works for you without needing to spend tons of money on expensive clothes that are not necessarily the best for you.

What is image consultancy? What difference do you see in the need of image management today as compared to the previous decade?

Image consulting is not only about makeovers or wardrobe revamps; it is also about behaviour, body language, communication and personal branding. An image consultant analyzes and identifies the gaps that need to be filled and the messages that need to be sent, in order to achieve your optimal personal image.

The need for image management has always been there, but looking back at history to where it all started back in 1970s, the demand for image consulting was coming primarily from TV personalities, celebrities and politicians. Nowadays, with globalization at its peak and the development of new technologies, the demand for image consulting has risen and is now available to everyone. People want to differentiate themselves; they want to look their best and definitely want to feel at their best.

How does image consulting work?

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the personal shopping experience where we help the client to create their new image.

As professional image consultants, we highlight and empower your best features which, paired with your own style and personality, creates your optimal image. This new image will send a clear message to the world about how you want to present yourself and be perceived. That’s why image consulting sessions can change people's lives and the way they feel about themselves.

What are some of your favourite brands?

We both personally love Maje, Sandro and The Kooples as they have high quality fabrics and the most exquisite designs with a touch of something special in every garment. For high street fashion, we adore Zara as it is current, affordable and never disappoints.

Please describe your personal style?

Carla: Personal style is more than the clothing you wear, it also embodies how you feel and that reflects on the outside. I love pieces that have something special about them, being an interesting cut or even a small detail that makes that garment unique. I would consider myself to have an elegant style with a touch of modern trends.

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vintage jeans, paired with a customized t-shirt. On occasions I will add my leather or denim jacket to enhance my style.

Can you share the biggest lesson you’ve learned in this business?

As stylists, our aim is to provide an excellent level of service to our clients, make them happy and always reach their expectations.

The biggest lessons we have learned in this business is that it is not about us and glamour doesn't follow us everywhere, as one may think. At the end of the day, we love what we do and we hope our clients feel that too.

What’s the first app, website or thing you open/do in the morning?

Over the past couple of months we have been focusing our energies and enthusiasm into our joint Instagram account TheStylistes, therefore this is first app we both check in the morning.

Who are some of your most favourite photographers you’ve worked with?

Our personal favourite is Diana Nasif. She is a German photographer of Iraqi origins with high sensitivity and creativity.

Diana has the gift of connecting with people and seeing the beauty within them and that is reflected in her photographs.

She has photographed celebrities such as Lady Gaga and class A top models, but also works with regular people who need beautiful photographs taken. We love working with her and she surprises us time after time with the quality and beauty of her work.

What item of clothing would you love to ban from every woman’s wardrobe?

We both agree without a doubt that we would remove from every woman’s wardrobe the invisible straps bra, especially when worn with strapless dresses, as rather than hiding the bra it brings the attention straight to the invisible (not so invisible) transparent bra straps.

If you were both magically given 3 more hours per day, what would you do with them?

If the extra 3 hours came at a time of a busy 1214 hours working day, we would definitely use them to catch up on sleep as if they came from heaven. Catching up with friends and loved ones would also be a good use of this gifted extra time, as social life is very important for both of us.

What do you do to relax?

Carla: After a stressful busy day I make sure I go to my favourite Zumba class. Dancing is one of my passions as it is a great way to release tension and have fun.

Marie: I enjoy drawing and listening to music because it makes me feel calm and relaxed. It’s been influential as it also helps me think creatively. I also enjoy cooking and experimenting with new dishes as well as going to the beach.

What are your future plans?

We must admit that the Middle Eastern culture has captivated us and driven our creativity in that direction. We are currently in the process of designing a special collection of abayas to be released next Ramadan. The collection will have a lot of our personal touches in them and some innovative and functional designs that we hope will delight our audience.

Your message for our readers:

Your message for us at CP magazine:

We have been honoured to be part of your December issue and appreciate the chance you have given us to share our story with your readers, keeping them updated on fashion and lifestyle. We wish you a great success for the future.

Photographer: Jac Mulder @jacmulder Outfits: The Kooples

To the readers of CP Magazine, we would like to thank all of you for reading our interview. We value and appreciate your interest in us and hope you enjoyed our personal story. Our aim has always been to help, inspire and empower people to follow their dreams. If you are truly passionate about something, with willpower and self belief you will make it work to your advantage.

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Directed by Josh Gordon, Will Speck Written by Laura Solon, Justin Malen, Dan Mazer, Jon Lucas, Scott Moore, and Timothy Dowling

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WRITING MOVIE

WRONGS moviewrongs.com by: JIM WEST

ith a great cast of very funny people like Jason Bateman, Olivia Munn, Jennifer Aniston, TJ Miller, Kate McKinnon, and Rob Corddry there should be plenty of room for the writers to really serve up the laughs. Yet comedy is hard. Even with a great comedic cast, six writers, and two directors this film ends up as many films do with the best parts being in the trailer. Sad indeed for a comedy with a simple hilarious premise, and delightfully written characters. Yet sometimes too many cooks spoil the soup. These writers all each have their own successes in comedy films and it may be perhaps of their own successes and comedic styles that perhaps clashed a bit that let the film feel like it was trying to be multiple films in itself. Let me explain. In one scene Bateman and Munn don large snowmen costumes and dance to in order to get the people to loosen up. Wasn’t funny in itself, but immediately harkened to Blade of Glory style of scene (Josh Gordon and Will Speck directed that film).

The nudity in the film was typical of films like Borat and Bruno, written by Dan Mazer. Then call in the misfired romantic storyline which may be the result of bad casting for Olivia Munn. Love Munn and she can be hilarious, but her and Bateman don’t strike up the awkward chemistry balance that their roles needed. So instead of going on about the slight tinges of British humor that was injected into the film most likely due to Laura Solon’s work on this film, I will instead move forward to how this film should have been written.

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year, and this one day was her let it all hang out day of the year. THAT is how her character should have been written. Corddry and McKinnon’s hate relationship should have been played on for more laughs. To me that should have been the love story in this film. Olivia Munn should have been a dressed down, tech nerd with big glasses and the audience can see she has a thing for Bateman’s character, but he doesn’t see it. Then at the party she lets the hair down and dresses up and turns all the men’s heads to include Batemen’s. That in itself could be played for laughs. Now the TJ Miller and Bateman duo had its moments but even that should have been played up a bit better to show their dynamic as not just office buddies, but actual real friends outside of work. Drop the single mom character and Asian guy from accounting bits. Not funny. At all. Aniston played her role perfectly and no changes needed there except when she showed up to Bateman’s apartment I really would have liked her to try to seduce Bateman and then the rest of the night she keeps trying to seduce him while he is trying to chase after Munn’s character. That also could’ve been played for better laughs. Then you have Jesus and Reindeer and didn’t write a special scene just for them? Oh my, what a waste. So much setup and yet no payoffs. That is perhaps the biggest missing piece here. With each scene the viewer is waiting for something hilarious and just doesn’t live up to what the setup was. The gut clenching, slap your knees punchlines never come. All this setup and it falters most likely due to trying to take on too much and focusing on all the wrong bits. Finally, don’t give away all of the funny moments in the trailer. Another huge let down. This comedy did swing for the rafters, but the ball stayed safely infield.

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INCARNATE

ROGUE ONE: A STAR WARS STORY

COLLATERAL BEAUTY

Confined to a wheelchair after a horrific accident, Dr. Seth Ember (Aaron Eckhart) is an “Incarnate” gifted with the rare ability to delve into the minds of possessed people in order to exorcise their demons from the inside out. When the Vatican enlists him to exorcise a particularly troubled young boy, Ember is shocked to discover inside him the same evil spirit responsible for the death of his wife and child years before. Now, with the young boy’s life in his hands and his own personal redemption at stake, Ember desperately searches for a way to destroy the demon before it kills him and unleashes its terror upon the world…

Following the formation of the Galactic Empire, a rogue band of resistance fighters unite for a daring mission to steal the Death Star plans.

When a successful New York advertising executive suffers a great tragedy he retreats from life. While his concerned friends try desperately to reconnect with him, he seeks answers from the universe by writing letters to Love, Time and Death. But it’s not until his notes bring unexpected personal responses that he begins to understand how these constants interlock in a life fully lived, and how even the deepest loss can reveal moments of meaning and beauty.

CAST: Aaron Eckhart, Catalina Sandino Moreno, David Mazouz

CAST: Felicity Jones, Ben Mendelsohn, Forest Whitaker, Diego Luna, Riz Ahmed, Donnie Yen

CAST: Will Smith, Helen Mirren, Edward Norton, Michael Peña, Naomie Harris, Keira Knightley

DIRECTOR: Brad Peyton

DIRECTOR: Gareth Edwards

DIRECTOR: David Frankel

GENRES: HORROR SUPERNATURAL

GENRES: ADVENTURE ACTION 3D SCI-FI

GENRES: DRAMA

WHY HIM?

FENCES

20TH CENTURY WOMEN

Over the holidays, Ned (Bryan Cranston), an overprotective but loving dad and his family visit his daughter at Stanford, where he meets his biggest nightmare: her well-meaning but socially awkward Silicon Valley billionaire boyfriend, Laird (James Franco). The straight-laced Ned thinks Laird, who has absolutely no filter, is a wildly inappropriate match for his daughter. The one-sided rivalry-and Ned's panic level-escalate when he finds himself increasingly out of step in the glamorous high-tech hub, and learns that Laird is about to pop the question.

The story of a one-time promising baseball player, now working as a Pittsburgh garbage collector, and the complicated relationships with his wife, son and friends.

Set in Santa Barbara, the film follows Dorothea Fields (Annette Bening), a determined single mother in her mid-50s who is raising her adolescent son, Jamie (newcomer Lucas Jade Zumann, in a breakout performance) at a moment brimming with cultural change and rebellion. Dorothea enlists the help of two younger women in Jamie’s upbringing via Abbie (Greta Gerwig), a free-spirited punk artist living as a boarder in the Fields’ home, and Julie (Elle Fanning), a savvy and provocative teenage neighbor.

CAST: James Franco, Bryan Cranston, Zoey Deutch, Megan Mullally, Griffin Gluck, Andrew Rannells

CAST: Annette Bening, Greta Gerwig, Elle Fanning, Billy Crudup, Lucas Jade Zumann

DIRECTOR: John Hamburg

CAST: Denzel Washington, Viola Davis, Mykelti Williamson, Russell Hornsby, Stephen Henderson, Jovan Adepo DIRECTOR: Denzel Washington

GENRES: COMEDY

GENRES: DRAMA

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DIRECTOR: Mike Mills

MOVIES

PASSENGERS

ASSASSIN'S CREED

SING

On a routine journey through space to a new home, two passengers, sleeping in suspended animation, are awakened 90 years too early when their ship malfunctions. As Jim (Chris Pratt) and Aurora (Jennifer Lawrence) face living the rest of their lives on board, with every luxury they could ever ask for, they begin to fall for each other, unable to deny their intense attraction...until they discover the ship in grave danger.

With the lives of 5000 sleeping passengers at stake, only Jim and Aurora can save them all.

Through a revolutionary technology that unlocks his genetic memories, Callum Lynch (Michael Fassbender) experiences the adventures of his ancestor, Aguilar, in 15th Century Spain. Callum discovers he is descended from a mysterious secret society, the Assassins, and amasses incredible knowledge and skills to take on the oppressive and powerful Templar organization in the present day.

Set in a world like ours but entirely inhabited by animals, Sing stars Buster Moon (Academy Award® winner Matthew McConaughey), a dapper Koala who presides over a once-grand theater that has fallen on hard times. Buster is an eternal optimist—okay, maybe a bit of a scoundrel—who loves his theater above all and will do anything to preserve it. Now facing the crumbling of his life’s ambition, he has one final chance to restore his fading jewel to its former glory by producing the world’s greatest singing competition.

CAST: Chris Pratt, Jennifer Lawrence, Michael Sheen, Laurence Fishburne

CAST: Michael Fassbender, Marion Cotillard, Brendan Gleeson, Jeremy Irons, Ariane Labed, Matias Varela

DIRECTOR: Morten Tyldum

DIRECTOR: Justin Kurzel

CAST: Matthew McConaughey, Seth MacFarlane, Tori Kelly, Reese Witherspoon, Taron Egerton, Scarlett Johansson DIRECTOR: Garth Jennings

GENRES: ROMANCE SCI-FI

GENRES: ADVENTURE ACTION VIDEO GAME

GENRES: FAMILY MUSICAL ANIMATION

HIDDEN FIGURES

UNDERWORLD: BLOOD WARS

LOST & FOUND

Hidden Figures is the incredible untold story of Katherine Johnson (Taraji P. Henson), Dorothy Vaughan (Octavia Spencer) and Mary Jackson (Janelle Monae)—brilliant African-American women working at NASA, who served as the brains behind one of the greatest operations in history: the launch of astronaut John Glenn into orbit, a stunning achievement that restored the nation’s confidence, turned around the Space Race, and galvanized the world. The visionary trio crossed all gender and race lines to inspire generations to dream big.

Focuses on a new and younger generation of vampires and werewolves who are locked in a seemingly neverending battle between supernatural races.

Sent to spend the summer on a remote and mysterious island, teenage brothers embark on a thrilling treasure hunt to restore their family's lost fortune.

CAST: Taraji P. Henson, Kirsten Dunst, Octavia Spencer, Janelle Monae, Kevin Costner, Jim Parsons

CAST: Kate Beckinsale, Theo James, Charles Dance, Lara Pulver, Bradley James, Tobias Menzies

CAST: Cary Elwes, Jason Patric, Justin Kelly, Benjamin Stockham, Celeste Desjardins

DIRECTOR: Ted Melfi

DIRECTOR: Cory Goodman

DIRECTOR: Joseph Itaya

GENRES: DRAMA TRUE STORY

GENRES: ACTION THRILLER SEQUEL

GENRES: DRAMA FAMILY ADVENTURE

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TOP PICKS FOR

RASPUTIN: Faith, Power, and the Twilight of the Romanovs

by Douglas Smith

TALKING AS FAST AS I CAN: From Gilmore Girls to Gilmore Girls, and Everything in Between

by Lauren Graham

In Talking as Fast as I Can, Lauren Graham hits pause for a moment and looks back on her life, sharing laugh-out-loud stories about growing up, starting out as an actress, and, years later, sitting in her trailer on the Parenthood set and asking herself, “Did you, um, make it?” She opens up about the challenges of being single in Hollywood (“Strangers were worried about me; that’s how long I was single!”), the time she was asked to audition her butt for a role, and her experience being a judge on Project Runway (“It’s like I had a fashion-induced blackout”).

A hundred years after his murder, Rasputin continues to excite the popular imagination as the personification of evil. Numerous biographies, novels, and films recount his mysterious rise to power as Nicholas and Alexandra's confidant and the guardian of the sickly heir to the Russian throne. His debauchery and sinister political influence are the stuff of legend, and the downfall of the Romanov dynasty was laid at his feet.

But as the prizewinning historian Douglas Smith shows, the true story of Rasputin's life and death has remained shrouded in myth.

A major new work that combines probing scholarship and powerful storytelling, Rasputin separates fact from fiction to reveal the real life of one of history's most alluring figures. Drawing on a wealth of forgotten documents from archives in seven countries, Smith presents Rasputin in all his complexity man of God, voice of peace, loyal subject, adulterer, drunkard.

SWING TIME TO PIXAR AND BEYOND: My Unlikely Journey with Steve Jobs to Make Entertainment History

by Lawrence Levy

After Steve Jobs was unceremoniously dismissed from Apple, he bought a little-known graphics company called Pixar. One day, out of the blue, Jobs called Lawrence Levy, a Harvard-trained lawyer and executive to whom he had never spoken before, to persuade Levy to help him get Pixar off the ground.

What Levy found was a company on the verge of failure. To Pixar and Beyond is the story of what happened next: how, working closely with Jobs, Levy produced and implemented a highly improbable plan that transformed Pixar into one of Hollywood’s greatest success stories.

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byZadie Smith

Two brown girls dream of being dancers but only one, Tracey, has talent. The other has ideas: about rhythm and time, about black bodies and black music, about what constitutes a tribe, or makes a person truly free. It's a close but complicated childhood friendship that ends abruptly in their early twenties, never to be revisited, but never quite forgotten, either.

Dazzlingly energetic and deeply human, Swing Time is a story about friendship and music and stubborn roots, about how we are shaped by these things and how we can survive them. Moving from northwest London to West Africa, it is an exuberant dance to the music of time.

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MESSY: The Power of Disorder to Transform Our Lives

by Tim Harford

Messy: The Power of Disorder to Transform Our Lives celebrates the benefits that messiness has in our lives: why it’s important, why we resist it, and why we should embrace it instead. Using research from neuroscience, psychology, social science, as well as captivating examples of real people doing extraordinary things, Tim Harford explains that the human qualities we value – creativity, responsiveness, resilience – are integral to the disorder, confusion, and disarray that produce them.

From the music studio of Brian Eno to the Lincoln Memorial with Martin Luther King, Jr., from the board room to the classroom, messiness lies at the core of how we innovate, how we achieve, how we reach each other – in short, how we succeed.

DEAD GIRLS SOCIETY

by Michelle Krys

Hope is sick of everyone treating her like she’s breakable. Sure, she has cystic fibrosis (basically really bad lungs), but she’s tired of being babied by her mom and her overprotective best friend, Ethan, not to mention worrying about paying for her expensive medication and how she’s going to afford college. And she’s bored with life in her run-down New Orleans suburb.

When an invitation arrives from a mysterious group that calls itself the Society, Hope jumps at the chance for some excitement. This could be her ticket out. All she has to do is complete a few dares and she might win some real money.

SCRAPPY LITTLE NOBODY

by Anna Kendrick

A collection of humorous autobiographical essays by the Academy Award-nominated actress and star of Up in the Air and Pitch Perfect.

Even before she made a name for herself on the silver screen starring in films like Pitch Perfect, Up in the Air, Twilight, and Into the Woods, Anna Kendrick was unusually small, weird, and “10 percent defiant.”

At the ripe age of thirteen, she had already resolved to “keep the crazy inside my head where it belonged. Forever. But here’s the thing about crazy: It. Wants. Out.” In Scrappy Little Nobody, she invites readers inside her brain, sharing extraordinary and charmingly ordinary stories with candor and winningly wry observations.

A MILLION WORLDS WITH YOU

by Claudia Gray

A million universes. A million dangers. One destiny.

The fate of the multiverse rests in Marguerite Caine’s hands. Marguerite has been at the center of a cross-dimensional feud since she first traveled to another universe using her parents’ invention, the Firebird.

Only now has she learned the true plans of the evil Triad Corporation— and that those plans could spell doom for dozens or hundreds of universes, each facing total annihilation.

Paul Markov has always been at Marguerite’s side, but Triad’s last attack has left him a changed man—angry and shadowed by tragedy.

He struggles to overcome the damage done to him, but despite Marguerite’s efforts to help, Paul may never be the same again.

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TECHNOLOGY

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1. Homedics Deep Sleep Sound Machine 2. Zus Usb Car Charger & Smart Car Locator 3. Breville Quick Crisp Microwave Oven 4. TomTom Spark 3. 5. Lenovo Pocket Projector. 6. Samsung Gear S3 Classic. 7.Huawei MateBook. 8. Roli Blocks (Lightpad, Loop, Live) 9. SandDisk Extreme Pro - SanDisk's 1TB SD card has more storage than your laptop 10. Gravity One 11.Snap Spectacles 12. HuAwEi MATE 9

Hasselblad True Zoom The Hasselblad True Zoom simply turns your Moto Z or Play into a point-and-shoot, boosting its camera by adding 10x optical zoom feature.

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MUSIC TOP MUSIC CHARTS 1

Black Beatles Rae Sremmurd & Gucci Mane

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BIONIC Collection The inspiration of DELACIER’s newest collection is different as it used to be. Dora Domokos was inspired by a story of a young girl who could be a rolemodel. Her story, the way of thinking can be a huge motivation boost for all of us. Who is she?

"1 year ago I read about Reka Lukoviczi’s story in an interview in which she told how she lost her left leg in a car accident. After this strategy she focused on rehabilitation and she got back on her foot. Nowadays she walks with prosthesis also she is able to do sports and lives an active life then before. She changed her desperation and sadness into positive energy and she inspires a lot of people on her blog, on social media platform as well as on her courses.

Her way of thinking was so motivating for me and I finally realized that she should be the theme of my new collection.” said the designer.

The powder painted steel and metal coloured leather become one not just aesthetically but functionally as the prothesis and the human body. The mat tones are unique by the high tech leathers which makes a dynamic contrast on each piece. The string art technique also appears on the jewelries as the brand’s trademark softening the futuristic mood. In the BIONIC collection next to bags, clutches and belts the show pieces are also part of the collection. „As a designer my priority is creating a value and this is what the brand represents.

For me it is also important to work people with the same value. So this is why I think it is important to make this collection which face is Reka.”

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INVIERNO

The Invierno line reveals how the architecture of the El Retiro park exists in harmony with nature. To create the futuristic-looking jewelry pieces with unusual geometry of this new line named Iceberg, Carrera y Carrera designers drew inspiration from the Palacio de Cristal rising above Retiro pond.

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SOPHIE CAMERON DAVIES Sophie Cameron Davies specialises in silk and Italian lace, allowing beautiful and delicate fabrics to become an essential in the wardrobe of the cosmopolitan woman. The British brand creates garments empowering women to feel feminine, confident and elegant in their everyday life.

Intricate lace detailing incorporated into the shirts, dresses and skirts are a signature design for the brand, allowing the professional woman to have a garment transitioning her effortlessly from day to evening. With a perfect fit that enhances the beauty of the female form, a garment from Sophie Cameron Davies promises everything the elegant woman desires.

The label which launched at London Fashion Week in 2015 has been featured in international publications and worn by A list celebrities such as Hollywood stars Christina Wren and Alysia Reiner.

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Mohamed Naser Al-Hajery & Sons inaugurates its 5th Haagen-Dazs branch in an impressive event Hublot Classic Fusion Chronograph Kuwait Edition

Häagen-Dazs, the most savoured ice-cream brand worldwide since 1961, inaugurated its 5th brand-new branch in Manqaf, The Gate Mall, ground floor, while adding new ice cream products and juices to its menu. The launch event took place in the presence of employees of Mohamed Naser Al-Hajery & Sons, the exclusive Häagen-Dazs dealer in Kuwait, along with media delegates who savoured the new offerings of mouth-watering ice cream and juices flavours.

Häagen-Dazs has been making quality ice cream like no other since 1961. The world's best-tasting ice cream is created in 24 flavours and from the best ingredients that are carefully selected from around the world. Each HäagenDazs ice cream flavour starts with real creamunlike the ordinary ice cream that is made from milk, eggs and sugar- which is blended with carefully selected ingredients to create an ice cream with a smooth, silky and unique velvety texture and unforgettable taste. The founder, Reuben Mattus' vision was to make the best ice cream in the world using high quality, carefully selected ingredients. Reuben believed that if you were going to indulge in ice cream, it should be a real and fulfilling experience rather than the 'cold and sweet stuff' of his time.

Reuben's ambition was to create the world's best-tasting ice cream and his devotion to the highest standards changed the way people thought about ice cream. The Häagen-Dazs philosophy remains the same to this day. We believe that everyone deserves to experience pleasure that is fulfilling and real and this guides everything we do.

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Hublot prides itself, among others, on its exclusive, special edition watches that were launched as an homage to cities and countries.

Many of these timepieces celebrate unique characteristics or landmarks of places around the Middle East. This year, the luxury Swiss watch manufacturer is presenting, once again, a watch dedicated to its collectors and customers in Kuwait: the Classic Fusion Chronograph Kuwait Edition.

This new collaboration highlights the brand’s goal of bringing the past to the future, which manifests in the sturdy partnership between Hublot and its partners, Morad Yousuf Behbehani Group. The Classic Fusion Chronograph Kuwait Edition brings a new take to the existing Classic Fusion Kuwait, with a striking blue carbon fiber bezel and a lacquered blue sunray satin-finished dial adorned with the Kuwait “8” logo in the colors of the Kuwait flag.

“Kuwait is a special market for us with more and more Hublotistas every year. We would like to thank them all for their devotion by launching this new special Kuwait edition in recognition of their support,” said Marco Tedeschi, Regional Director Hublot Middle East & Africa.

The timepiece was launched during a special dinner in Kuwait with Hublotistas, collectors and loyal customers who gathered for a friendly meal where they discovered the new exclusive edition.

Mr. Ali Morad Yousuf Behbehani, President of Morad Yousuf Behbehani Group, shared: “We are happy to bring a new special edition to our customers. The watch was inspired by our country and its flag, and for that, we are proud of its design.”

The 25 pieces were created by Hublot exclusively for its customers and those of Behbehani Group, and will only be available in Kuwait.

IKEA gets the world playing to support children’s rights

Dasman Diabetes Institute Held the Annual Open Day Commemorating World Diabetes Day 2016

Dasman Diabetes Institute (DDI), a leading campaigner for diabetes awareness in Kuwait, held an informative event to commemorate World Diabetes Day on Thursday, 17 November, 2016 at its premises. The event allowed visitors to consult with diabetes specialists and dietitians as well as gather healthy information from booths that explained various facts of diabetes and promoted healthy lifestyle modification.

Around 1000 guests attended the event underlining the interest in Kuwait to prevent and manage this dangerous lifestyle disease.

Many of the booths at the event were about educating visitors on proper dietary habits, sage physical activities and oral health. At this event, there were informative booths offered by the Institute, some of which provided blood glucose testing, funduscopic and podiatric exams, as well as nutritional, educational and fitness consultations by the Institute’s experts. In addition, the event hosted booths by the Kuwait Diabetes Society, Oral Health Program (Ministry of Health), LOYAC, Kuwait Finance House amongst others, providing assistance to people living with diabetes and the general public.

The primary goal of the event is to prevent the complications of diabetes in people with diabetes through raising awareness about the complications, and empowering those affected by diabetes to proactively take control of their diabetes and improve their quality of life. The main key messages were to take control of blood sugar, watch your cholesterol, keep blood pressure in check, don’t forget your kidneys, look out for your eyes and examine your feet.

The event reflected an exciting environment for everyone, and the activities were tailored towards young children through fun shows featuring mascots, a magic show, and other educational activities.

“Holding such events and activities stems from Dasman Diabetes Institute’s mission statement, where health promotion and awareness are a priority for the Institute. Since its establishment by the Kuwait Foundation of the Advancement of Sciences in 2006, the Institute organizes and takes part in many events and campaigns annually to shed light on diabetes and health in general. This is in accordance with the Institute’s belief that, ‘Prevention is better than cure’”, Dr. Qais Al-Duwairi, Director-General of Dasman Diabetes Institute said.

The campaign will support children’s development and learning, equal participation, sports, and of course, play. For every children’s book and toy sold between 20 November and 24 December, the IKEA Foundation will make a donation of EUR 1 to support children’s right to play and develop in some of the world’s most vulnerable communities. The IKEA Foundation’s partners in this campaign are Handicap International Federation, Room to Read, Save the Children, Special Olympics, UNICEF and War Child. The programmes supported by the campaign focus on children affected by dissabilities, the Syrian conflict, unsafe migration, and poverty.

The UN Convention on the Rights of the Children states that every child should have the right to play. Sadly not every child enjoys this right. Millions of children are on the move, making them vulnerable to discrimination, violence, abuse and exploitation, according to a play insights document released by IKEA Foundation. The insights also revealed that children with disabilities are often the most likely to be excluded from play and learning activities.

“Many children around the world lack safe spaces to play. War and disasters are forcing more children than ever before to flee their homes and make difficult and dangerous journeys. Many more miss out on the chance to play because of poverty and prejudice. Children suffer the most in a crisis situation, and we are committed to upholding and raising awareness of their rights.”

Per Heggenes, CEO of IKEA Foundation.

“Play is super important. Not just for children, but for adults too! It sparks creativity, and helps us learn and develop. In partnership with the IKEA Foundation, Let’s Play for Change has the potential to change the lives of thousands of children around the world.” Ahmad Al Humaidhi, Store Manager of IKEA Kuwait.

PRESS ‫شمال الخليج أول وكيل‬ ‫حصري لعالمة جينيسس‬ ‫الفاخرة تكشف النقاب‬ G90 ‫عن افخر موديالتها‬ ‫ضمن حفل ضخم ومميز‬

Nissan Al Babtain Showcased Its Newest Models During Red Bull Bar Bahr Event

Air Arabia confirms options for five Airbus A320s

‫بعد انطالقها منفردة وتألّقها وسط أهم العالمات التجارية‬ ‫ احتفلت شركة شمال الخليج الموزع الحصري‬،‫الفاخرة للسيارات‬ ‫للعالمة التجارية "جينيسيس" بإطالق أيقونتها األولى ضمن‬ ‫ طرازها الفاخر األول والسيارة‬،G90 ‫حفل مم ّيز كشفت خالله عن‬ ‫ العالمة التجارية‬،‫الفخمة األكثر حداثة تحت مظلة جينيسيس‬ ‫التي تولي األسلوب والتصميم اهتمامًا بالغًا بتقنياتها‬ ‫المتمحورة حول الركاب وتهدف إلى وضع تعريف جديد لسوق‬ .‫السيارات الفاخرة في الكويت‬

Abdulmohsen Abdulaziz Al Babtain Co (AABC), the authorized agents of Nissan vehicles in the State of Kuwait sponsored one of the most awaited events: the second edition of Red Bull Bar Bahr on November 11th at Marina Crescent in Salmiya, and showcased 2017 Nissan Altima, 2017 Nissan Patrol along with the all new Nissan Navara Pickup and the Nissan extraordinary sports car 370z.

Nissan Al Babtain customers witnessed extreme action organized by Red Bull – the worldfamous energy drink synonymous with sports and entertainment – to a fab event. Spectators and participants witnessed a thrilling relay race participated between 24 teams on land and water on Quad Bikes and Jet Skis.

During the event, attendees and participants had the opportunity to test drive Nissan's latest and mainstream line-up of models which included the recently launched Nissan Patrol V6 2017, Nissan Altima 2017 and Nissan X-trail.

Nissan Al Babtain also showcased its models in an astonishing displayed that was locate on the beach area which included: Nissan’s sport car 370z, the all new Nissan Navara Pickup and the 2017 Nissan Altima.

Landmark Group Holds its 20th Anniversary - Grand Prize Winners

Air Arabia, the Middle East and North Africa’s first and largest low-cost carrier, announced today that it has confirmed options for five additional Airbus A320 aircraft. The delivery of original contract covering 44 firm orders and 5 options will be completed in 2017.

The five new Airbus A320 aircraft will be put into service starting second quarter 2017 backlog and have a book value of USD485 million. These new aircraft will join Air Arabia’s expanding fleet of Airbus A320 aircraft currently serving over 120 routes from five operational hubs.

“We are pleased to confirm the options for five additional Airbus A320s. Air Arabia’s fleet innovation sits at the heart of the airline operational efficiency” said Adel Al Ali, Group Chief Executive Officer of Air Arabia. “Today, we operate one of the youngest fleets in the world and this approach will continue to drive our fleet growth strategy for the future. Our customers can expect the same cabin comfort and spacious seat configuration with the new five aircraft joining the fleet”.

Air Arabia has been constantly rewarded over the past years with the A320 Family Operational Excellence Award by Airbus for achieving the highest level of A320 family aircraft utilisation in the world with 99.8 per cent operational reliability. In 2010, the carrier set a new world record achieving 30,000 flight hours in just six years with one of its CFM56-5B-powered A320 aircraft.

Air Arabia currently operates a fleet of 46 Airbus A320 aircraft offering flights to over 120 destinations in 33 countries from five hubs across the Middle East, Africa, Asia, and Europe.

The A320 Family, which includes the A318, A319, A320 and A321, is recognized as the benchmark single-aisle aircraft family in the world.

‫جرى الحفل في معرض شمال الخليج الرئيسي الواقع في‬ ‫ وسط تغطية إعالمية كبيرة وبحضور‬،‫منطقة الشويخ‬ ‫سعادة الشيخ حمود صباح السالم الصباح رئيس مجلس‬ ‫ سعادة سفير‬،‫إدارة مجموعة شركات شمال الخليج التجارية‬ ،‫جمهورية كوريا لدى دولة الكويت السيد يو يونتشول‬ ‫ رئيس المكتب األقليمي لهيونداي‬،‫والسيد مايك سونج‬ ‫ هذا باإلضافة‬،‫وجينيسيس لدول الشرق األوسط وأفريقيا‬ ‫إلى عدد كبير من الشخصيات البارزة من أعضاء السلك‬ ‫الدبلوماسي والسادة من اعضاء وكالء اتحاد السيارات رجال‬ ‫ كما وصل عدد الحاضرين إلى‬،‫األعمال من مختلف القطاعات‬ ‫ شخص قدموا ليشهدوا هذا الحدث الضخم الذي ك ّرس‬300 .‫انطالقة أولى أيقونات العالمة الفاخرة جينيسيس‬ ّ ‫جو‬ ّ ‫استهل الحفل بوصول المدعوين إلى قاعة االحتفال وسط‬ ‫احتفالي فاخر طغى على الحفل وتألق بجميع أوجه الرقي التي‬ ‫ استغرق التحضير أيامًا‬.‫تليق بهذا الحدث الفخم والحاضرين‬ ‫ استعدادًا الستضافة هذا الحدث المذهل الذي يترق ّبه‬،‫عديدة‬ ‫ وجرى الترحيب الحا ّر بالمدعوين واستقبالهم بأشهى‬،‫الجميع‬ .‫وأفخر أنواع المأكوالت الخفيفة والمشروبات‬ ،‫ بكلمة ترحيبية للسيد رائد تجمان‬،‫انطلق برنامج الحفل‬ ‫ الوكيل‬،"‫الرئيس التنفيذي لمجموعة "شمال الخليج التجارية‬ ‫ الذي اعتبر الحدث‬،‫الحصري لسيارات هيونداي في الكويت‬ ‫تاريخيا باطالق عالمة جينيسس الفاخرة في العالم وتعيين‬ ‫شركة شمال الخليج كأول وكيل حصري بين دول المنطقة‬ ‫في دولة الكويت وكذلك فخر "شمال الخليج" بإطالق السياره‬ ‫ السيارة‬G90 ‫األفخم بكل المقاييس تحت عالمة جينيسس‬ ‫التي تتمتع بأعلى معايير الفخامة العصرية والتكنولوجيا‬ ‫واألمن والسالمة إلى جانب متعة القيادة واإلتزان المتقن‬ ‫وتحدث بإسهاب عن تاريخ‬ . ‫يصاحبها تصميم راقي عالمي‬ ّ ‫"جينيسيس" وكيفية انطالقها كعالمة تجارية فاخرة تنافس‬ ‫ وتستهدف جيل جديد‬،‫أبرز العالمات التجارية من هذه الفئة‬ ‫ كما‬. ‫من العمالء المميزين الذين يعشقون الفخامة والرفاهية‬ ‫شرح رؤية مصنعي جينسيس الذين وضعوا نصب أعينهم‬ ‫في خضم هذه المنافسة القوية في صناعة السيارات الفارهة‬ ‫أن تكون جينيسس هي شركة صناعة السيارات العالمية‬ ‫الرائدة في هذا المجال وفي النهاية شكر الحضور على دعمه‬ ‫وثقته بالشركة‬

Landmark Group, the region’s leading retail and hospitality conglomerate, held its 20th anniversary raffle draw on Thursday 17 November at The Avenues .

The exciting draw event welcomed hundreds of shoppers who were eager to be one of the lucky raffle draw winners. The special promotion campaign that was launched from 25 October – 13 November 2016 recorded a huge success, with over 200,000 number of participants entering the draw. The Draw event attracted large crowd at The Avenues . Lots of games and activities were held for families and kids while free giveaways were distributed to the audiences.

Celebrating the campaign’s success, Saibal Basu, Chief Operating Officer, Landmark Group Kuwait said: “We are extremely proud that many of our loyal customers came to join us for our 20th anniversary at The Avenues . This is a major milestone for us and we are pleased to share this moment with our customers and the wider public in Kuwait. Operating in Kuwait since 1996, we aim to continue growing with our customers and present them with the latest range pf products and the best customer service.”

The 20 lucky winners are: 1.Mohammed Mahmoud Hassoun (41336 ) 2.Alfia Naik (95219) 3.Hamza Mohammed (49629 ) 4.Wasming Hawton (276200 ) 5.Mossa Al-Otaibi (55974 ) 6.Azari Abrahim (71017) 7.Sultan Hassan (136513) 8.Hassan Habib(255680) 9.Fahed Khalid(111113) 10.Ahmed Qasem(236162) 11.Zahra Mohammed(193459) 12.Reem Mubarak(33637) 13.Sjimaa Al Omairy(221033) 14.Jammel M Lauriteo (81054) 15.Assma Gabrell (99856) 16.Fatima Amer(60589) 17.Amera Essa(161114) 18.John Tomas(195701) 19.Nashwa Wagdy(193817) 20.Khadiga Ali(20289) www.cpmagazine.net

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Ford and Alghanim Auto’s “Drive the Future of Tough” Truck Tour Drives Excitement in Kuwait with Record Attendance

Kinder Chocolate Factory now open in KidZania!

Calvin Klein graphic

KidZania Kuwait, the exciting kid-sized metropolis, has officially launched the first chocolate factory for children in Kuwait, in partnership with Kinder Chocolate. Children visiting the Kinder Chocolate Factory in KidZania can now indulge in a thrilling choc-filled experience and enjoy making their own Kinder Chocolate bars.

The Kinder Chocolate Factory in KidZania is the only place in Kuwait where children can go through the full process of chocolate making, and learn about something that they love while having tons of fun.

Visitors to the Kinder Chocolate Factory will learn how Kinder chocolate is made under the guidance of the chocolate experts at the factory.

Inspired by Kinder’s slogan "Play, Discover, Learn,” children are guaranteed the best chocolate learning experience, from choosing the raw ingredients, to creating the perfect mixture to blend and mold, to finally packaging a bar of mouth-watering delight, to become the best chocolate makers in town.

Fernando Medroa, Vice President of Leisure and Entertainment at M.H. Alshaya Co. said: “We are thrilled to join hands with Kinder Chocolate, one of the world’s most exciting chocolate companies.

“All children love chocolate. Now they can not only enjoy eating it, but can also experience how it is made – step by step - and finally enjoy a chocolate bar that they have created on their own. This is what we’re all about: maximize children’s learning experiences by continuously providing a platform where they can learn while having fun,” Medroa added.

Guido Ferralasco, General Manager of Ferrero Gulf, said: “At Kinder, we care for the joyful growth of children to help make a better world, as a happy child today will be a better adult tomorrow. So we believe that by supporting parents to ensure that their children grow happily, we make our small contribution in making the world a better place.

“We share KidZania’s vision of igniting the hearts and minds of kids everywhere, by empowering them and helping them see how they contribute to building their own future,” Ferralasco added.

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Vibrant. Feminine. Calvin Klein graphic. This delicate timepiece is designed for ease of wear for a contemporary lifestyle. The slender bracelet combined with the large circular face makes for an exquisite play on proportions.

Featuring clean lines and superb geometry, the Calvin Klein graphic watch is offered in both polished stainless steel and pink gold PVD, and is finished with a silver, black or bicolor dial.

Water resistant to 3 bar.

Ford Middle East and Alghanim Auto recently concluded the latest round of the 2016 Truck Tour in Kuwait City, bringing the award winning Built Ford Tough F-150 and Ranger trucks, in addition to the Expedition, Ford’s largest utility vehicle, closer to Kuwaiti consumers.

Taking place at Sirbb Circuit from November 24th to 26th, Ford fans and motoring enthusiasts gained unrivalled access to a host of unique activations over the three day event, including first-hand experience of Ford’s world-class and award-winning truck and SUV offerings.

The line-up of activities for the 2016 Drive the Future of Tough Truck Tour included various engagement activities such as interactive gaming, remote-controlled Ford F-150 Raptor model racing and 3D ground art, which were a spectacular success, and complemented the Ford Ranger and F-150 Drive, and the Expedition displays to the delight of visitors.

“Drive the Future of Tough” also treated Ford fans and truck fanatics to amazing “Waterfording,” “Drive Over” and “Articulated Frame” demos, as well as a direct head-to-head competition pitting the new Ford Ranger against its greatest rival, with Ranger demonstrating its awardwinning durability and ruggedness.

“Ford Middle East introduced a number of new vehicles throughout the region in 2016,” said Thierry Sabbagh, managing director, Ford Middle East. “Together with Alghanim Auto, Ford’s Drive the Future of Tough Truck Tour activity has been a great platform to introduce Kuwaiti customers to the world-class trucks and utilities that Alghanim Auto offers and to learn and experience what our ‘Built Ford Tough’ trucks are capable of.”

Gulf Bank- Gold Sponsor of the 33rd NUKS – USA Conference

Gulf Bank is proud to have been the gold sponsor of the 33rd National Union of Kuwaiti Students (NUKS) USA conference, the largest annual gathering of Kuwaitis outside Kuwait. Entitled “A Conscientious Generation for an Everlasting Nation,” this year’s conference was attended by around 4000 Kuwaitis and was held under the Patronage of HE Dr. Bader Al-Essa, the Minister of Education and Higher Education.

The conference was launched on 24 November at the Marriott Marquis in San Francisco, California.

The conference’s opening ceremony started with a speech by HE Sheikh Salem Abdullah Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, Kuwait’s Ambassador to the USA, who expressed his gratitude and appreciation to HH Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber AlSabah, the Emir of the State of Kuwait, and to HH Sheikh Nawaf Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, the Crown Prince of Kuwait.

HE Ambassador Sheikh Salem Al-Sabah addressed the young students by saying: “Your presence in the US is an opportunity that is not available to many as you are enrolled in the most prestigious universities worldwide.

You should take advantage of your experience so that we build a prosperous and developed future.” HE Ambassador Al-Sabah also added: “The number of Kuwaitis in the US reached its highest level, you are part of our country outside the country; you are Kuwait’s ambassadors.

Kuwait is waiting for your return, it is waiting for you to invest what you have learned and acquired. Kuwait is proudly waiting for what you will be able to offer to our nation.”

Mr. Fahad AlJadaan, the NUKS-USA President, commented on this occasion: “A conscientious generation for an everlasting nation is not just a slogan, but also a message that our valued attendees will carry back to our nation after the conclusion of this conference.” Mr. AlJadaan highlighted the potential that Kuwait withholds and explained: “There is no lack in the potential of our youth, no lack in our employers’ readiness to invest in the youth and employ them, and no lack in our women’s responsibilities and capacities.”

The speeches were followed by the night show, sponsored by Gulf Bank, where ‘The Concert’ performed. This popular musical group includes a member of the Gulf Bank family, Mr. Mohammad Al-Sarraf.

During the night show, Mr. Mijren Al- Mijren, Assistant Manager at Gulf Bank, conducted the always popular and exciting raffle with cash prizes. The winners of the Gulf Bank raffle were: Ahmad AlNour, Mubarak AlAtiya, Sayed Abulrahman, Albatoul AlNasser, Abulrahman AlSaidi, Abdulrahman AlRushaid, Ahmad AlAzmi, Sultan AlAjmi, Sultan AlAnzi, Ali Abdullah Ali, and Nawaf AlShami.

Gap Launches The Holiday 2016 Collection

PRESS

Volkswagen Passat named the region’s ‘Best Mid-Size Sedan’

The Balmain Euphelia range gives timeless elegance a timely twist

The dynamic 2016 Volkswagen Passat was named the region’s ‘Best Mid-Size Sedan’ at the second annual ArabWheels Awards.

Commenting on the award, Andrew Savvas, Director Volkswagen Middle East said: “The Passat has established itself as the preferred sedan by our customers across the Middle East, who choose the Passat for its design, technology and state-of-the-art safety features, that are second-to none in its class. Taking home the award for “Best Mid-Size Sedan” by one of the region’s leading automotive magazines is a resounding endorsement of the class-leading features of the new, best-selling Passat.”

A stand-out competitor for jurors and the public alike, the affordably innovative model, which arrived in Kuwait in February 2016, is available with six-airbags as standard, easyopen trunk and is packed with safety features including automatic post collision braking, park distance control for the front and rear, and LED headlights with daytime running lights.

Furthermore, the new Passat features a more dynamic style than its predecessor. The 2016 sedan showcases an extensively upgraded interior, for a more sophisticated look and feel, including a new steering wheel and two-tone décor panels, with refined chrome and piano black trim.

Starting from KD 7,333, the Passat is available in four configurations – S, SE, SEL and Sport. The model is available at Volkswagen, Behbehani Motors Company, in Kuwait. For more information, visit Volkswagen Al Rai showroom or visit http://www.volkswagen.com.kw/

For today’s phenomenal females, predictability is totally yesterday. That’s why Balmain is introducing the Euphelia timepieces – refined, chic, yet with subtle playful touches that tempt a lingering look. Roman and Arabic numerals dance provocatively around the same dial, diamonds and mother of pearl try to outshine each other and bi-colour metal bracelets perfectly mirror dial and case detail. Euphelia has mastered the art of looking the part, whatever the mood or moment.

There are 16 models in the Swiss made Euphelia collection, each with its own distinctive personality and tailor-made outfit. This is a serious matchmaking assignment. Playing cupid to ensure that each lady finds her perfect timekeeper is a comprehensive spectrum of dial designs. These range from sleek and sultry, revealing only two Roman numerals supported by fine hour markings, to elaborate statement pieces incorporating iconic Balmain Arabesques decoration. Four bi-colour interpretations provide love-at-first-sight glamour, while two pieces each boasting 58 diamonds announce the life-and-soul-of-the-party girl. And for a hint of the exotic, there is a model combining a rose PVD case and matching dial detail with enigmatic black.

All Euphelia watches are a winning cocktail of quality materials and uncompromising attention to detail. Choice is also key with the metallic colour palette embracing rose PVD, yellow PVD and silver stainless steel. True to the brand’s Parisian fashion house roots, stylish signatures are important and made here by three-link metal bracelets, or black or brown crocodile-patterned leather straps. A Swiss ETA 902.002 movement ensures that the watch’s leading lady is never late for an important date.

This season, Gap launches the Holiday 2016 collection with festive essentials and gifting must haves, encouraging everyone to Share Your Gift.

With a fresh take on Gap’s iconic Holiday stripes, kaleidoscope is found in sweaters, hats, scarves, bags, and gloves for women, men, kids, and baby. These bright, multi-color stripes are styled with Sherpa vests and parkas for Women. For men, a masculine interpretation of the pattern in darker hues is featured in knit sweaters and accessories, worn with embellished denim jackets. Holiday gifts for women, men, kids, and baby center on coziness and warmth rooted in kaleidoscope colors, Sherpa, and bright fair isles.

Women’s novelty denim is worn back to shine, stars, and stripes with embellished seams, velvet patchwork, metallic touches, and graphic embroidery detailing. Chunky knit sweaters, scarves, hats, and long coats are offered in a muted, monochrome palette. Key outerwear pieces complete the look with faux vests and faux-lined parkas. Gap’s signature icon pieces are updated with studded embellishments including utility jackets, skinny ankle jeans, denim jackets, and denim western shirts.

Cozy knits for men include new wool joggers paired with knit Henley’s and quilted puffer jackets. Warm shirt jackets are paired with wool cashmere turtlenecks and soft, bright chinos.

Graphic t-shirts are worn under novelty fleece complete with colorful plaid scarves, hats, and socks.

The GapFit collection for women is inspired by a retro-Alpine motif with a signature color palettes and vintage-inspired designs. Reflective Gfast leggings offer compression, breathability, fourway stretch, and blackout technology, worn back to puffers and knit sweaters. GapFit for men evokes a similar vintage Alpine story with navy, red, and white color schemes. Mesh tops provide the perfect amount of ventilation with reflective fabrics in outerwear, tops, and bottoms. GapFit for boys and girls lets kids play in the coolest styles with the best technical details of breathability, flexibility, and GDry moisture wicking technologies. Key GapFit pieces for kids include hoodies, leggings, and active pants.

Holiday dressing for GapKids and babyGap is festive, playful, and optimistic offering soft flannels and fleece, knit bottoms, and sweaters, with touches of Sherpa and shine. Innovation in denim continues with soft stretch and durable construction, layered with warm outerwear from puffers to parkas. Gifting favorites for kids and baby include bright colored kaleidoscope sweaters and accessories, along with Gap logo hoodies, sparkle dresses, intarsia sweaters, and fun graphic t-shirts.

Surrender to the holiday spirit and just let yourself go. The holidays aren’t just about gift giving, they’re about giving ourselves.

CERTINA - DS-2 Chronograph Flyback

A first glance at the DS-2 Chronograph Flyback makes clear the quality and character of this impressive new timepiece. The beautifully finished 43mm stainless steel case is home to an exclusive ETA Precidrive™ movement that brings together a versatile complement of standard chronograph features, such as 12-hour, 30-min. and central 60-sec. functions, with an additional small seconds display. What makes the new DS-2 unique however, is its “flyback” feature for quick resetting (start-restart), accessible at all times through the standard right-hand push-buttons. A further sporty, colour trimmed push-button at 10 o’clock provides a rattrapante/split-seconds function, and allows its wearer to time simultaneous events with ease.

Behind the black bezel with tachymeter scale and rounded sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating on both faces, the black high-contrast dial tells the time with impressive clarity, thanks to crisp white detailing and Superluminova treatment on both HM hands and indices. Safely guarded by the well-known Double Security DS concept and water-resistant up to a pressure of 10 bar (100 m), the watch is also equipped with a highly practical EOL (end-of-life) feature, to advise you of any forthcoming battery change.

Two main models are available, with coloured central sweep-second hand, 12-hour and 30min. chronograph hands and an eye-catching coloured band on the rattrapante/split-seconds button in matching red or CERTINA green, according to the model selected. Both versions have a decidedly premium feel and are equipped with a date window at 6 o’clock, and a sporty and gorgeously finished five-row stainless steel bracelet with contrasting brushed/polished links as well as a twin push-button butterfly buckle. A further two models are also available, fitted with a leather strap. The case back is adorned with the traditional CERTINA turtle-shell emblem and the crown tip monogrammed with the letters “DS”, as a reminder of CERTINA’s long history of absolute reliability and precision. www.cpmagazine.net

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FUEL FOR YOUR GREY MATT Y L H T ER ON

GENERAL KNOWLEDGE QUIZ

JUMBLED WORDS

1.On a standard English QWERTY keyboard the % (percent) sign is 1

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above the number: 2; 5; 7; or 0?

G B N

2.What is a pullover, a New US state, a UK channel island and knitted 2

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fabric first produced there?

3.What once world-leading social networking website was bought by Rupert Murdoch's News Corporation for $580m in 2005, and sold to Specific Media Group and Justin Timberlake for $35m in 2011?

F

4.Pranayama refers generally to what aspect of yoga: Praying; Breathing; 4

S E N U G I

5

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Singing; or Pyjamas/Pajamas?

5.Rolls Royce famously makes (What?) for the aircraft industry: Fuselages; Engines; Electronics; or Leather seats?

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6.The English-Greek prefix 'peri' means: Up/over; Round/about; Vision; or Hidden?

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7.Which country occupying 47% of South America has states including Amazonas, Sao Paulo, Bahia and Para?

8.A 'short corner' or 'penalty corner' features in: Ice hockey; Field hockey; Australian Rules Football; or Table tennis?

ANSWERS: 1. BRING, 2. LOGIC, 3. SUFFIX, 4. GENIUS, 5. WRITER, 6. POISE

9.An anaesthetist (US anesthesiologist) is a type of: Atomic scientist; Astronomer; Medical doctor; or Sheet metal-worker?

10.Swedish amateur jockey Helena Stahl controversially did what to her

TEST YOUR VOCABULARY But through the darkness that enveloped him he heard another metallic click, and knew that the cage door had clicked shut and not open.

In this sentence, enveloped means: a.

encouraged

c.

enclosed

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enticed

d.

engaged

You probably noticed that envelop looks just like the noun envelope, minus that last letter "e", and that's an easy way to help you remember its meaning, too. Picture what an envelope does - it seals a letter completely inside, or envelops it. Envelop can also be used in a symbolic way, to describe something that consumes or occupies your mind. If the pretty girl you just met starts to envelop your thoughts, your work will suffer because you can't concentrate. Envelop comes from the late 14c. word envolupen, meaning "be involved in."

c. When something envelops you, it wraps around you. The Snuggie Blanket is so popular because it envelops your body, leaving only your head uncovered. Sure, it looks dorky, but it keeps you extra warm.

NUMBER PLAY

Can your reconstruct this long division problem by placing the missing digits in the empty squares so that the math works out correctly?

horse after it was put down due to injury in 2015: Stuffed/mounted it; Sent its ashes to Mars; Made jewellery from its bones; or Ate it?

11.The word pyjamas (US pajamas) originated from: JM Barrie's Peter Pan; Bengali/Persian 'leg garment'; Slang for 'prison jacket'; or Biblical clothes worn by desciples of Jesus?

12.Radioactive decay of naturally occurring Uranium eventually concludes as: Gold; Oxygen; Lead; or Sugar?

13.Gleeking is the popular technical term for: Cracking knuckles; Scrunching knees; Stomach gurgling; or Spurting saliva out of the mouth from glands under the tongue?

14.Religious Christian instruction - typically spoken fixed questions and answers - is called: Cataclysm; Catechism; Catatonia; or Catamaran?

15.Jana Gana Mana is, since 1950, the national anthem of: China; India; Russia; or France?

16.What single digit whole number is the cube root of 64?

17.The internationally significant UK organizations PRS and PPL which merged in 2016 operate in which sector: Renewable energy; Music; Travel; or Espionage and security intelligence?

18.The saying which alludes to a character in Alice's Adventures in Wonderland and to the intoxicating effects of a trade glue is 'Mad as a (What?)': Carpenter; Hatter; Tailor; or Dentist?

19.The 13th century legend of Lady Godiva, riding naked on horseback in Coventry to save townsfolk from her husband's taxes, featured/ originated the notion of a voyeur called 'Peeping (Who?)': Paul; Tom; Dick; or Kevin?

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20.When an entity/person disposes of significant assets, perhaps unwisely, to raise money, this is called 'Selling off the family (What?): Treasure; Silver; Jewells; or Children?

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19.Tom, 20.Silver

ANSWERS: DECEMBER 2016

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1.5, 2.Jersey, 3.Myspace, 4.Breathing(Sanskrit extension of prana, breath/life force), 5.Engines, 6.Round/about, 7.Brazil, 8.Field hockey, 9.Medical doctor (specialised in pain-relief/inducing unconsciousness to enable pain-free surgical procedure), 10.Ate it, 11.Bengali/Persian 'leg garment' (originally lightweight trousers with drawstring waistbands worn by Indian Muslims, and adopted by Europeans late 1700s), 12.Lead, 13.Spurting saliva out of the mouth from glands under the tongue(typically accidentally when yawning), 14.Catechism (pronounced 'Cattakizm' - from Greek 'katakhein' meaning 'instruct orally'), 15.India (translated as Thou Art the Ruler of the Minds of All People), 16.4 (4 x 4 x 4 = 64), 17.Music (publishing, rights, licensing, etc), 18.Hatter,

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ARIES

LEO

SAGITTARIUS

(March 21 - April 19)

(July 23 - August 22)

(November 22 - December)

Be smart and energized on December 1 when Mars and Jupiter trine in Air Signs. Every bright idea is feasible. The phone may buzz constantly with texts and calls under the December 13 Full Moon.

Friends everywhere, mostly nearby but some distant, may choose to check in now. The December 28 New Moon shines on your career interests and public presence. You don't have to try and draw a large crowd. Just focus on what matters to you, put it out there, and let it go. In the workplace, no one is going to be more intense than you.

The Sun conjoins Saturn on December 10, and an authority figure could cast a shadow over one of your more mischievous plans. Be respectful. Your social life buzzes at the December 13 Full Moon.

You may not know where to go first or with whom. Just go, go somewhere else, and then go again. Just make sure you can get up for work tomorrow. The December 28 New Moon asks if you've been overdoing it over the holidays. Even if the answer is no, you deserve more time to yourself, spending more healthy energy on you. Unbelievably, there's more to life than cookies.

The Mars/Jupiter trine on December 1 gives you the extra energy boost and social contacts you need to get things done. Love shines at its brightest with the December 13 Full Moon. If it isn't your birthday, you may very well be treated like it is. Celebrate and be loved. A special someone wants to pamper you. The New Moon on December 28 takes aim at money matters and material possessions. You may have stayed within budget so far, but the holidays aren't over yet. Be safe, stay closer to home, and have a thrilling new year in all the best ways.

TAURUS

VIRGO

CAPRICORN

(April 20 - May 20)

(August 23 - September)

(December 22 - January 19)

Romance cools down but doesn't go away when Venus enters Aquarius on December 7. Money and material goods are highlighted by the December 13 Full Moon. Other people may seem to have more or be more successful, but they know less than you. If someone asks for advice, let the conversation begin.

The New Moon on December 28 urges you to turn over a new leaf in your life. You may think that you don't like change, but it's a sign of vibrant life and it's natural. There's no excuse for life being stale or boring. You can do it.

The Moon/Mercury square on December 8 could cause you to doubt an earlier decision. It never hurts to double-check in case something has changed. Career and public presence are highlighted under the December 13 Full Moon. If the office or customer interactions require a bit more holiday cheer and attention, you're ready. Get creative with the December 28 New Moon. Obligations are met, the holidays are under control, and you deserve some fun just for you. Try something out of the ordinary and don't worry about how it turns out. Do what makes you intensely happy for a change.

The Sun conjoins Saturn on December 10. Accept the authority you have and be fair with people. Everything you say and do will be respected. The December 13 Full Moon is totally busy and you may feel overlooked or abandoned. You're not. Someone is noticing how important you are to everything that's happening now. They're just not saying so. At the December 28 New Moon, look for some magical, tender, loving care from friends and family.

It's intense, it's focused on you, and you have tremendous support.

You're loved and treasured much more than you realize. Take that with you into the new year!

GEMINI

LIBRA

AQUARIUS

(May 21 - June 20)

(September 23 - October)

(January 20 - February 18)

Mercury enters Capricorn on December 2 and your clever, practical side goes into overdrive. Accomplish everything you set out to do, plus some. The December 13 Full Moon is all about you. Social life goes at a whirlwind pace, and it could be hard to stop talking. This is fine because people are fascinated by you and hanging on your every word. Don't disappoint them. December 28 has an intense New Moon, with Mercury retrograde as well. Let people come to you for a change rather than chasing them down so much. Have no fear - you won't be left alone.

The Moon conjoins Venus on December 3. You could conclude your holiday gift shopping that day and have some fun with friends. Why not wear something festive, too? For the December 13 Full Moon, your holiday spirit may tend to more exotic ways of celebrating. Indulge in the songs, food, and ornaments of other countries and other times. It's all beautiful in its own special way.

Home is where the heart is for the December 28 New Moon.

Relax and feel intensely at ease and pleased with everything and everyone around you. It may be the healthiest thing you do all month.

The Sun and Saturn conjoin on December 10 and this could make a lot of people nervous. Not you. Around the December 13 Full Moon, you may have a million things you're dying to do, but social life and holidays keep getting in the way. Pick one thing and see if you can tempt a friend to do it with you. The December 28 New Moon may give you the break and quality private time you want and need. That doesn't mean that it won't be intense. Read (or write) powerful poetry, watch a deeply emotional movie, and maybe invite someone over.

CANCER

SCORPIO

PISCES

(June 21 - July 22)

(October 23 - November)

(February 19 - March 20)

You could feel overwhelmed when the Moon enters Pisces on December 5. You really don't have the weight of the world on your shoulders. At the December 13 Full Moon, duck out for some wellearned private time. You have probably been working overtime on holidays, home, and other people's pleasures. Rest, recover, and relax. The December 28 New Moon suggests that you relax in the arms of love. However, it's an extremely intense New Moon. You might need an intense new love to distract you from your cares. Or there could be a familiar someone with a stronger, new affection for you.

The Moon conjoins Pluto on December 2, in case the holiday and work demands weren't stressful enough. Stay calm but insist on doing what you need. You could be the anchor holding everything in place for people under this Full Moon on December 13. They know it, too. Enjoy getting the respect you deserve and shrug off the flattery. An intense New Moon on December 28 brings friends and neighbors around, whether you want them or not. Be glad for the companionship. If some have worries or dramatic stories to share, listen and let them vent. What are friends for?

The Moon and Neptune conjoin on December 6. You may hear (or say) a lot of dreamy, fantastic things. That's fine. Settle down.

During the December 13 Full Moon, you may be deeply and happily involved with work, but family and home will be tugging hard on the heartstrings. You might crave a chance to sit quietly and soak up the holiday candlelight - and why not? The December 28 New Moon shines on your social life. Holidays may have left you a bit tired, but that's no excuse. Besides, the holidays aren't quite over yet. Go out and let yourself be entertained.

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