DV8 Oxford April 2012 by Andrew Allen

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CONTENTS

FOREWARD UPFRONT EXPOSURE SHENANIGANS POPPY JONES SHENANIGANS GALLERY WHAT’S ON EAR AND EYE CANDY COCKTAILS CLEMENTS & CHURCH STYLE RADAR BACK PAGE

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POPPY JONES PROMOTER DV8 VIP

10 HAIR: ANNE VECK HAIR SALON CLOTHES: LENIES REVIVAL BOUTIQUE PHOTOGRAPHY: NORBERT PIETRASZEK

CLEMENTS & CHURCH

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Welcome to the April edition of DV8 Oxford! We can’t believe that spring is already in the air, who agrees that 2012 has flown by so far? It only seems like a few days ago that we were welcoming in the new year! At least the winter is behind us and we have really loved the few sun filled, ‘warm’ days we have had during February and March. ,Qe can’t wait to welcome the full on Summer, we know it’s going to be awesome this year. Before we get there, we have some exciting things to tell you about, with a fantastic roundup of everything that has been happening around Oxford over the last few weeks.

The first thing that springs to mind was the final of Miss Oxford! We really love this event, and it’s always a pleasure to go along to see the new queen get her crown. Check out our review on page 17. Over the last month, the Cowley Road welcomed their new addition, a first for Oxford, as the Dessert Parlour opened and has quickly become a favourite among those of you with a sweet tooth (that’s nearly everyone, right?). We also caught up with promoter extradordaire Poppie Jones, who some of you may know as being responsible for Oxford’s newest night ‘Beware of the Kraken’ at Lola Lo. Find out what a life of a promoter is like on page 10.

We are also launching our new voucher website, DV8 VIP (Vouchers & Internet Promotions), check out www.dv8oxford.co.uk and start saving around Oxford in the finest shops, restaurants, clubs and hairdressers… The list goes on! Don’t waste any time. Become a DV8 V.I.P today. We hope you enjoy April, and look forward to the extended Easter break… we hope to see you out and about!

One more thing… We think it’s time to re-open the competition door to become a cover model for DV8 Oxford.. check out our facebook for more details. Lots of Love DV8 Oxford Team

meet the team...

publisher andrew allen oxford@dv8online.co.uk the editor alison hill ali@dv8oxford.co.uk

anna-lisa saywell national content anna-lisa@dv8online.co.uk copy editor iain matthews

design editor luke patton

staff writers alison hill sally day iain matthews Natalie Ticehurst

official photographers andrew allen chris russell-gray chris@crg-photography.co.uk norbert pietraszek nick atkins

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UPFRONT

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Spring is here! That was definitely some sun we saw there wasn’t it?! Is it bbq weather yet? Can we wear our flipflops and our shades yet? We think so! Lets give into the British Stereotype and embrace any sign of sun possible!

BATTLE OF THE BANDS FINAL - we’re dead excited about the big Battle of the Bands final on Sat 7th April at the O2 Academy. It’s going to be an electrifying night of local live music with that competitive edge, we’ve got our fingers crossed for our good friends TRAPS who have some great hits up their sleeves. We’ll see you at the mosh pit!

LOLA LO 1ST BIRTHDAY (CIRQUE DU LOLA LO) - Who’d have thought Lola Lo is only one?! We’ve got so used to a good night out at Lola’s that we’ve almost forgotten what we did before they existed! Over the other side of town on the 7th April, Lola are going all Parisian circus on us and offering up a ‘dark and delightful’ evening with alcoholic slush puppies, candyfloss, champagne and lots of glitz and glamour!

JLS IN TOWN - Have you heard that the one and only JLS are coming to South Park, Oxford this summer? We’re pretty excited to be doing our favourite ‘my heart won’t beat again’ dance move...Get Sunday August 19th in your diaries quick!

DV8 VIP

We here at DV8 Oxford love a bargain, it’s the time of austerity after all! So we have been busy working with local businesses around Oxford to bring you fantastic offers that won’t be found anywhere else. Are you looking for reduced club entry? Health and beauty discounts at the city’s top salons? Money off at boutique clothing stores? Then this is for you!

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website, where all the vouchers are FREE to download, so no need to set up an account or buy vouchers (we hate the amount of vouchers we buy from other websites and forget to use them!)

Log on to www.dv8oxford.co.uk to see all the current offers that we have available. Remember to keep checking back as they will be updated DV8 VIP is our new, simple daily. You can also sign up to use and exciting voucher for our weekly enewsletter

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and stay informed of the latest deals. Don’t worry if you can’t print off the vouchers (or are wanting to be environmentally friendly). The vouchers are all smart phone friendly, so you just need to show the retailer your coupon in order to redeem it. Speaking of smartphones, why not scan the code below to be taken right over to the webpage. Happy savings!

One Direction It’s totes okay to like 1D, they are really cool and really good singers ;). Plus, on their new music video they look like they’d fit in perfectly with our friends!

GUEST LIST or Z- LIST

Not winning the lottery (again). How have we not won anything yet? Just like a quarter of what’s on offer would be great! We’re not greedy! Take Me Out scandals Someone told us a rumour the other week that the show was all fake and people are told when to leave their light on and turn it off?! This can’t be true! There’s true love, banter and romance going on before our eyes here! We refuse to believe what we read this time round!

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OFW 2012

It’s time to make a date in your diary for the biggest fashion event on the Oxford social calendar... that’s right we are talking about Oxford Fashion Week! Taking place between the 5th and 11th of November, this year’s Oxford Fashion Week promises to be the largest, liveliest and most significant to date, ensuring that the beautiful city of Oxford becomes the place to see the world’s most dazzling and important fashion trends for 2013. Stay up to date with all the latest information at www.oxfordfashionweek.co.uk

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EXPOSURE

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stylish, classic and handpicked from stylish cities all over the globe. Freshwater pearls, luxurious leathers and dustings of diamante collide in the collection meaning there are styles to suit every taste. The standout Ciclon styles have landed straight from fashion-concious Madrid and boast twice the amount of silver usually found in silverplated pieces for supreme quality at affordable prices. Bisoux's prices range from £4-£84, so

whether you’re looking for a cheap treat for yourself, or want to invest in a piece for someone special, the brand has all bases covered. Pieces can be purchased via telephone or Facebook but the best way to view the catwalk-worthy collection is by booking or attending an at-home party. Be sure to 'like' Bisoux’s Facebook page and mention DV8 to be be entered into a prize draw to win a £10 Bisoux gift voucher.

ELECTRIC GOES ROCK

Mark Woolley (Founder and Creative Director at Electric Hairdressing) and his Electric Art Team were the official hair stylists backstage at The Rock Ball this year.

awareness and funds for Crohn’s & Colitis UK. Mark Woolley and the Electric Art Team styled Sophie Anderton, swimwear designer Melissa Odabash and model Olivia Inge, as well as the The Rock Ball, a star-studded event models for Melissa Odabash’s held on April 2012 at The Hurlingham Spring/Summer 2012 swimwear Club in Fulham was organised by collection fashion show, a highlight of Rick Parfitt Jnr who, following his the night. own personal battle with Crohn's disease, set up The RPJ Crohn's The night rounded off with music Foundation in 2010. Through this performances by The RPJ Rock Band, flagship event, Rick brings together Rick Parfitt, Mel C and The Feeling. rock royalty and high fashion for an unforgettable evening, whilst raising Electric Hairdressing is based at 34 St. Ebbes Street, Oxford Tel: 01865 790440

What could be better than shopping in the comfort of your own home? With the birth of Bisoux, a small Oxford-based company, you don’t have to hit the high street to pick up on-trend jewellery with pursefriendly price tags. Having launched in October, Bisoux has already picked up a cult following through Facebook and it’s easy to see why - from bijoux bracelets, to edgy earrings and beautiful bangles, the pieces are

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January 2012 saw the launch of Feline Women: The Oxfordshire Women’s Circle. Fe-line is on a mission to bring women together through various events to share stories, learn new things, get inspiration and meet new people. It is for Oxfordshire women, about Oxfordshire women.

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EXPSOURE

FELINE WOMEN

In April Fe-line has two exciting Word of Mouth seminars on offer.

Tuesday 10th April: How to be a shameless self-promoter. with talks from Fe-line founder Joanna Woodcock and blogger Kate Turner aka Girl eats Oxford. 7:30pm, Phoenix Picturehouse bar, Jericho, £5.

Word of Mouth is all about celebrating the amazing things that the women of Oxfordshire are doing. They are women only events to hear stories from women doing amazing things. They give women the Tuesday 24th April: Giving back to opportunity to share stories, ask society feels good questions, pick up tips, get inspiration with talks from Nickie Mundy about and meet like-minded people. becoming a foster mum and Ami Bloomer the founder of Give what So far feedback of Word of Mouth has you are good at. 7:30pm, Port Mahon, been great: St Clements, £5.

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In April (Thursday 19th – Saturday 28th) Eat My Box will be launching their first stage production based on William Golding’s Lord of the Flies. With an original twist, they will be holding the whole production on the Oxford Castle Mound. You think a crowd won’t fit up there? Eat my Box will prove you wrong! The ‘venue’ can host up to 100 audience members and they expect the production to be something completely new and different. We are definitely intrigued! More information at www.eatmybox.co.uk or find them on Facebook.

Linda “Interesting ideas. Good to see proof of others succeeding.” Charlotte “I would definitely go to Word of Mouth again there are not many social situations like it, it’s unique in style.”

To find out more about Fe-line visit the website: www.fe-line.co.uk or email: joanna@fe-line.co.uk

HOBGOBLIN BLUE RINSE

The Hobgoblin pub is one of our favourite pubs on the Cowley Road, we have had countless fun times there, and we were really sad when we heard rumours that the pub was facing closure last year. Again the pub is closing, for a while at least, as it is having a refurbishment. We did love the character of the pub, but a little modernisation is more than welcome. Closing for a few weeks at the end of April, we can’t wait to see the transformation revelation in April. We will see you at the grand re-opening!

Introducing a cool new club night to Oxford! Blue Rinse at the Turl Street Kitchen celebrates the good, the bad and the old; the mad, the rowdy and the senile - playing your fave Electro, Rock N Roll and Motown hits (and everything inbetween). Blue Rinse will be taking over the bottom floor, clearing the tables to serve cocktails in teapots and the famous TSK cake. Expect bunting, doilies, and more boiled sweets than you can shake your zimmer frame at! This first event is completely free entry & there’ll be some exciting drink offers too! DV8 OXFORD /// APRIL 2012

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hen hitting the town on a Friday or Saturday night (actually thinking about it, any night), one of our favourite places we always like to end up is Thirst. With a fantastic mix of tunes, an outside bar and shisha garden which is awesome all year round and not to mention some of the best drinks and bartenders Oxford has to offer. Speaking of bartenders, we went along to the recent Flair Enough competition, a regular tradition at Thirst, where some of Oxford’s finest bar tenders battle it out to be crowned number 1!

We were amazed by the talents on display. Each competitor had 5 minutes to wow the full and vocal crowd (and that is a long time to fill with increasingly challenging moves). When it came to moves that got the biggest cheer.. perhaps it was Thirst’s Jimmy who played a harmonica interlude! The Living Room’s Harry also brought some cool fluorescent shakers along which was a nice touch! We love flairing competitions, these events are great fun for the contestants and audience alike. In Oxford we are spoilt for choice for talents of bartenders and mixologists alike!

We hope this was the first event of many in 2012, as we are very much looking forward to the next one… who knows, we might practice our skills and enter ourselves!

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Paradise, with its tropical sun-drenched beaches, is a long, long way from Oxford, but Lola Lo has given people here a chance to experience the Tiki bar nightlife right on their doorstep, ever since it opened nearly a year ago. Recently they unveiled their new nonstudent night, Beware the Kraken, which offers something different on Thursday nights. We were curious about the glamorous world of club promotion and fortunately the eventâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s promoter, Poppie Jones, kindly agreed to take a moment out of her busy schedule to sit down and chat with us.

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What do you actually do and is it fun? I am the promoter for the Beware the Kraken night at Lola Lo, which is a themed night sponsored by Kraken Rum. It aims to give non-students a night of the week they can call their own, and of course provides them with the opportunity to try the Kraken rum (I recommend a Kraken bomb). It’s my job to get people enthusiastic about the event and encourage them to come along. It’s a great night out! Walk us through a typical day (or night)…. Preparation is everything when making a good club night. I get to the club early to make sure it is all set up and ready for when the first people arrive. It’s important to make sure the Kraken branding is all in place and that the whole place has the right feel. I then make sure that the DJs, Curtis and Rob, are all set and then we open the doors and welcome people in. How did you get into promoting? It started at uni here in Oxford as the rep for my course, which was great experience and it always helped to get a bit of extra cash. I also did bits and pieces of promotion for Lola Lo during the last year and when the opportunity came along to work on the Beware of the Kraken night, it seemed like too good an opportunity to miss. I feel that my familiarity with the nightlife in Oxford will help in my aim to make sure that people have a great night. What’s the biggest challenge of being a promoter? Well, it’s a new night, so the biggest challenge for me is getting the word out there to people. My assistant and I spend a lot of our time going round local shops getting to know the owners, giving them fliers and answering any questions they may have. We’ve already had a positive response, and we will be heading out onto the streets to hand out fliers to people on Thursdays before the night gets started. People need to know what’s happening here and the challenge for me is to make the Beware the Kraken stick in their minds and make it the Thursday night out of choice. How does Oxford’s nightlife compare with other cities? It’s incredibly student focussed most of the time, which is fantastic as there’s a lot of enthusiasm for Lola Lo and the type of club that it is. It does make my job more interesting for the Kraken night as it’s aiming primarily at non-students. The buzz around the city on a night out is fantastic and I really enjoy working here and going out in the city when I get the chance. If I head out to other cities, I‘d say that Liverpool is my favourite. Recently, I met up with some of my mates I went travelling with and we had a great night up there. There are a fantastic number of bars and clubs, which gave us a really varied time. It’s also a really friendly city, which gives it a nice feel when you’re walking round. What’s your favourite aspect of the night club industry? Dealing with the people who are coming into the club. They’re looking to have a good night and It’s rewarding to see them

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enjoying the event, kicking back or having a dance, and hopefully coming back again and again. What do y ou get up to when not promoting? There’s nothing quite like going to the pub and having a quiet drink with my friends. I have been known to be a bit of a party animal as well though. We at DV8 love fashion and thought it would be rude not to ask you about it. What is your favourite item of clothing / fashion faux pas? I guess they would be one in the same thing…….My onesie. I know they divide opinion, but I love mine. Where can we find you on a night off? I like a night out in Cowley, starting off in the pubs, possibly ending up at a club, but sometimes a bit of live music finishes the night off nicely. We hear that Lola Lo is turning 1 soon. What can we expect? It’s going to a spectacle that people won’t want to miss on the Saturday before Easter. There will be Cirque Du Soleil-type craziness, with make-up, alternative music and even animals. It should be a great evening. Also, Beware the Kraken will be having its own Easter special on the Thursday before Easter, which should have a great buzz. All the colleges will be off and we’ll be doing an ‘Easter Egg-stravaganza’, so people should head down and check it out. It’s our round. What are you drinking? Kraken Pepsi with grenadine, please. Otherwise it’d probably be a Zombie cocktail, which is really strong but so, so nice. When going out, what is y our music of choice? It depends on my mood really. I like a bit of dub-step, Shy-FX has done some great tunes. Sometimes though, it’s great just to chill out on a night out with some good cheesy music. What’s it like being a female promoter in the industry? It’s not made much difference to me, I don’t think. I just concentrate on doing my job well (my multitasking skills help). But I also like meeting the people and having a chat with them. Sometimes it’s good to be nice to people and that’s how I approach the job. Have you got any advice for people considering going into event promotion? Have fun. It’s a great career and I think you’ll do a better job if you make the most of it. It can also be quite stressful, so do your best to avoid things getting you down. Don’t take anything to heart and keep chipping away. Any final thoughts? Come down to Lola Lo and check out the Beware the Kraken night every Thursday. Also, keep your eyes peeled for future promo stunts for the event. There will be more coming soon!

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First things first, what is Kraken? Well, it’s a black spiced rum named after a mythical sea monster, and after having several £2 ‘Kraken Bombs’ we can vouch for it being very pleasant to drink (you may have seen an actual Kraken cameo in the second Pirates of the Caribbean film). As for the night itself, Lola Lo was dressed up with plenty of Kraken themed decorations and a giant neon sign glowed brightly all night, always reminding you of the drink of choice. The music was an eclectic blend of drum & bass, dubstep and more mainstream anthems remixed by the resident DJs, which created a refreshing buzz. It certainly kept us on the dancefloor throughout the evening and into the early hours. So if you’re looking for an escape on Thursday nights to relax after a hard day, with more than a little dancing and of course drinking some black spiced rum, then Beware the Kraken may just be the event for you. (We would also point you towards the Kraken’s entertaining website where you can find out more about the legend of the Kraken itself: www.krakenrum.com.) DV8 OXFORD /// APRIL 2012

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f you’re not a student and looking for a night out on Thursdays in Oxford, you’d be forgiven for thinking that there aren’t many events laid on specifically for you…..until now!! We at DV8 went along to the launch of the all new Beware the Kraken night at Lola Lo, aimed at those non-students searching for something different.

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hursday 14th March marked the official launch party of local new production company â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Eat my Box Productionsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;. We were eager to find out more about this cool new theatre company and mingle with some of the creatives that have been involved with getting it all off the ground. As well as immersing ourselves in the atmosphere of the exciting launch night, we got the chance to find out more about their interesting first production and meet some of the cast members! Cafe Tarifa was the perfect location, with live music and delicious sweets and even a chocolate fountain (thanks to local new dessert parlour, Indulge on Cowley Road). We also enjoyed the amazing cocktails, especially the bespoke Eat My Box cocktail created especially for the night! It was a great evening full of anticipation for exciting things to come, and we welcome an original and innovative theatre company to the Oxford scene. We really look forward to see what they have in store for us!

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MADE IN CHELSEA @ THE BRIDGE

eing a magazine that specialises in all things social, we were really excited to hear that Hugo, Spencer and Caggie from E4, hit reality TV show, Made in Chelsea, were going to drop by and make a special appearance at one of our favourite night clubs, The Bridge. We couldn't wait to hang out with the self proclaimed, social elite. we were hoping we might even pick up some tips. Word of their appearance had ensured, the already beautiful, people of Oxford were looking their best, and we would like to say, the club played host to some of the most attractive people Oxford has to offer. (note to selfâ&#x20AC;Ś. must start coming here more often!). The champagne was flowing in the VIP section with Saturday night being played out the only way it shouldâ&#x20AC;Ś In style! We briefly caught up with the main stars, and they were as beautiful and charming in real life as they are on the television. Whether Made in Chelsea is scripted reality or we not, we love it all the same. You never know, one day there may be a similar show based on the Oxford elite.. Fingers Crossed!

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The highlight of the night for us came when everyone was gathered round to watch a 'wet shave' demonstration. To our delight, the 'barber' Sian, performed an operatic routine to the amazement and delight of the crowd. Normally when we thing of the combination of barbers and opera, we think Sweeny Todd... but that certainly wasn't the case here. With spirits high and everyone having a jovial time, it was time for the auction and raffle section of the evening. A host of fantastic prizes were available, including a Ferrari driving experience; and champagne dinner to name a few… Sadly for us, we weren’t lucky in the draw, but the fun we had during the evening made us up for it. A massive well done to the organisation that went into making such a fantastic evening. As for the money raised? We hear it was a whopping £1,800 at the last count! DV8 OXFORD /// APRIL 2012

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e were very excited to be invited along to Electric Hairdressing’s male grooming night in aid of Oxfordshire Prostate Cancer Support Group. It proved to be a fantastic event, laid on for such a worthwhile cause. With beautiful canapés supplied by the Malmaison and top notch cocktails from Angels, it was time to kick back and get some R&R courtesy of the Electric girls sprucing up the hair, and Canelle buffing up those unkempt fingernails and giving relaxing head massages. Spotted: Members of the Oxford United team getting some well deserved pampering off the back of some great wins. Also Miss Oxford runner-up, Sarah, was also there to support such a fantastic cause.

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MISS OXFORD 2012 FINALS

his year’s Miss Oxford final was hosted by the Living Room and Front Models and what a perfect night it was! We were wowed and wooed by the beautiful contestants as they walked their walk down the run way and competed for the chance to be crowned the one & only Miss Oxford for 2012! The final 7 impressed us in red in the 1st round and strutted their stuff. We thought we had just walked into a Special K audition, with them all looking very glamorous! We felt like we were surrounded by celebs! The sports round gave the girls a chance to show us some of their moves, as they all indulged in a routine that looked like they stepped right out of a Madonna music video, we wanted to join in! The ‘Evening Wear’ round saw the girls donning their finest frocks and flickering their eyelashes to the best of their ability! The last round gave all the girls a chance to let the audience know why they should be Miss Oxford. Some inspirational words were said, with the girls letting us know how much fun they were having and proclaiming that to be the best Miss Oxford you should be confident, caring and strong willed. The winner of Miss Oxford will automatically win a place in the prestigious Miss England grand final in June where she will get the chance to compete to win the title and go on to represent England at Miss World. How exciting! Big congrats to Second runner up Danielle Anns, 3rd runner up Sarah O’Reilly and winner of Miss Oxford (with her chance to be Miss England) Amelia Watts! A huge well done to all the gorgeous girls who took part, you were all stunning in our eyes! DV8 OXFORD /// APRIL 2012

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J’s has become one of our favourite cocktail bars in Jericho… well, not just Jericho, but the whole of Oxford. We love the fantastic bar staff, the cool tunes that get pumped into the relaxing, chic interior and the awesome drinks, which look almost too good to drink.

We can’t believe how fast time has gone by, as at the end of February the cocktail bar celebrated its 1st Birthday, cementing its place on the Oxford bar scene.

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We helped celebrate with a few of our favourite cocktails from the menu, which we have got to know very well over the last twelve months. We also chatted to bar manager MAX, who told us how well the bar has grown over its freshman year, securing a good fan base with regulars and new faces alike. He was excited for what the summer will bring at LJ’s. Happy Birthday LJ’s, thanks for such a fantastic year (and the occasional hangover!) and we look forward to celebrating number 2 and seeing what your sophomore year has to offer!

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f you took a straw poll of people’s favourite drinking days, St Patrick’s Day is high on their lists and it’s definitely the highlight of March for us! After a fun evening around Oxford armed with tall green St Patricks Day hats and some of the finest drinks the emerald isle has to offer, we decided to end the party in a non-traditional irish venue, and checked out the party at Roppongi.

Earlier in the evening we had our fill of Guinness, so we we looking forward to checking out some drinks with an Irish twist. We loved the green potion shots and the green bombs the talented bar staff had concocted in tribute to the patron saint of Ireland. DJ Ollie East was on the decks spinning a fantastic mix of beats to make sure the St Patricks party carried on well into the early hours. We said St Patricks was one of our favourite drinking days... What’s next on our list? According to our diares the Easter weekend is just around the corner! DV8 OXFORD /// APRIL 2012

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SUNDAY

SUNDAYS @ THE MALMAISON HOME GROWN AND VOCAL 1st and 3rd Sunday of each month. It’s hard getting your big break, so come and see the singers and songwriters showcase their musical skills in the Malmaison Bar

SUNDAYS @ THE LIVING ROOM Live music with the 15 Minute Club, offering local talent 15 minutes to showcase their talents from 8.30 until 1am

SUNDAYS @ THE PURPLE TURTLE OFF THE WAGON… The new weekly night to fill that gap in the clubbing calender Credible music and Party tunes to make you jump and dance.......Dubstep, electro, funk, soul, dnb, boogie, reggae, dancehall rnb, indie and even more! Free Entry and open until 2am SUNDAYS @ THIRST It might be the end of the weekend? Are you still wanting to party? Check out Thirst Sunday night for tunes, drinks and dancing, taking

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SUNDAYS @ WAHOO After spending the afternoon watching sport why not stay at Wahoo for a high energy set from 10pm – midnight with their resident DJ playing through the best Dub, DnB. Simply the only place to be on a Sunday night.

MONDAY

MONDAYS @ LOLA LO COME PLAY Come Play UK are one of the UK's biggest student event party throwers! Lola Lo Oxford is proud to present their headline night 'Come Play' for your pleasure (to wallets, ears and feet alike!) Expect the biggest tunes, the prettiest people and the best drinks in town! Drinks deals include: £1.50 Jagerbomb / £1.50 Carlsberg / £2 VS / £3 Double Absolut and more...! 10pm-3am (Last Entry 2am)

MONDAYS @ THE BRIDGE CHOICE The only credible Brooke’s night 9pm – 2am

MONDAYS @ MAXWELL’S MONDAY MADNESS! Fancy something eat while you have a few delicious happy hour cocktails? Buy two

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main courses and get the cheaper one for free! Go on, you know you want to!

MONDAYS @ THE PURPLE TURTLE Playing hip-hop, garage, r'n'b, dubstep, chart stuff, dancehall, pop music, whatever requests we get from 10 till 3 Great drinks offers with 2-4-1 cocktails and shots from £150 MONDAYS @ WAHOO MONDAY MASHUP Our resident in-house DJ takes to the CD players to play the music he wants to hear! Giving the pre-club scene some much needed credibility the vast majority of drinks are being flogged at £2 and don’t forget your willies! FREE ENTRY, 9pm – 1am

TUESDAY

TUESDAYS @ BABY LOVE Cocktails, DJ’s and dancing. The best Tuesday night party! with some of Oxford's serial party-goers, everybody's welcome to a guaranteed night of a-little-bit-of-what-youfancy! Open til 3am

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TUESDAYS @ CAFÉ COCO Fantastic drinks and food in a

beautiful cafe setting.

TUESDAYS @ CLEMS One of Oxford’s hottest student nights continue to please the mid-week party goers. So get ready to experience the sheer madness of ‘Taboo”! It’s the night with no rules, so expect the unexpected & join us every Tuesday night at Clems to make Taboo one of your forbidden Guilty Pleasures! 10.00 - 03.00am

TUESDAYS @ ROPPONGI MUSICA! Come request your favourite 2011 songs from LMFAO to Drake you request it we play it!! Don't forget your favourite drink deals including a free shot of Tequila or Sambuca . . . Happy hour drink deals all night as well you know where to be tonight :) Open from 7 til late! TUESDAYS @ THE BRIDGE JUICE Legendary student night with Rock student. Expect cheese, r'n'b, hip-hop and chill out. 9pm-2am

TUESDAYS @ THE PURPLE TURTLE KARAOKE/JUKEBOX Karaoke 9pm-1am and then all your favourite tunes on the jukebox from 1am-3am. Two jukeboxes and loads of cheap drinks! Free Entry TUESDAYS @ WAHOO Cheap drinks and Live Sport + Burger & Beer £4.99! And if there isn’t any sport? It’s just a great place to start a night out!

WEDNESDAY

WEDNESDAYS @ LOLA LO CRUSH 4play Events Introduces VIP Wednesdays Sponsored By Belvedere Vodka At Oxford's Best Tiki Club. With DJ Kid fury playing original hip hop & DJ Jean Paul mixing the very best of dance & house, this is an exclusive night for Brookes... PLUS we have our TWO CRUSH SHOT GIRLS making sure everyone is DV8 OXFORD /// APRIL 2012

having fun!! Drinks Deals: £1.50 Carlsberg / £2 Jaegerbomb / £2 VS / £2.95 Cocktails / £3 double Stoli & mix / £7.50 Shark buckets // Bottle Deals: £70 Belvedere, £150 Belvedere Magnum. Open 10am-3am

WEDNESDAYS @ THE CAPE OF GOOD HOPE Open Mic Wednesday Are you musically gifted and want to show the world? Having a little set here could be the start of big things!! Just pop along, sign up with Uncle Lee and SHINE!! Can't play?? No worries!! Come along anyway and enjoy the music and great atmosphere!! From 8.30pm

WEDNESDAYS @ THE CORRIDOR WARM UP WEDNESDAY It does what it says on the tin, with great midweek promotions go to The Corridor to get your midweek party started. WEDNESDAYS @ THE BRIDGE INTERNATIONAL NIGHT MAMBO Oxford's top international night 9pm - 2am WEDNESDAYS @ THE PURPLE TURTLE MUTINY Alternative Rock Night Mutiny against crap music! Metal, Punk, Old Pop to Hardcore! DJ’s 10PM-3AM. Free Entry.

WEDNESDAYS @ WAHOO TWO @ WAHOO Arguably one of the biggest nights in Oxford! expect a combination of the best music and best drinks deals around! £2 entry and open until 2! Remember to arrive early to avoid disappointment!

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THURSDAYS @ LOLA LO BEWARE THE KRAKEN Named after a sea beast of myth and legend 'The Kraken' is coming to Oxford to take a grip on the beautiful Lola Lo... Excellent drinks deals all night, and remember to check out the Kraken rum! All welcome, this is a midweek party for all! Open 10.00 - 3.00 THURSDAYS @ ROPPONGI DON’T TELL YOUR BOYFRIEND! Oxford’s sexiest ladies night, offering a fantastic range of cocktails and shots, and soundtrack appropriate for Oxford’s sexiest ladies! Check out their V.I.P packages if you are celebrating something special! Open until 2.30am

THURSDAYS @ THE CAPE OF GOOD HOPE LIVE LOUNGE Oxford's very own version of BBC Radio 1's The Live Lounge-Ish. Ruddy marvelous homegrown Oxfordshire acoustic goodness. Tantalise them ear drums!! From 8.30pm

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THURSDAYS @ LAVA IGNITE LOCOMONDO Lava Ignites premier international night, offering great music, great people and even greater drinks prices all night long. £3 B4 11.30pm, £5 after. THURSDAYS @ THE BRIDGE FRESH The finest student night in town. Party music, RnB and Hip-Hop. 9pm - 3am

THURSDAYS @ THE LIVING ROOM Offering music and fantastic cocktails from 8.30 Open until 1am

THURSDAYS @ THE PURPLE TURTLE BIG BEAT THURSDAYS Happy hour prices all night! DJ’s Dutty Moonshine playing swing & Bass, Dubstep, Electro Swing etc... Check it out! 10-3AM Free Entry THURSDAYS @ THIRST We all know that Thursdays are the new Saturdays, and if you are looking for a place with fantastic drinks, awesome bar tenders, good music and a place to see some of the sexiest party goers in Oxford? then check out Thirst on Thursdays! It’s a hit with us, and we are sure it will be a hit with you! 7.30pm-3.30am

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FRIDAYS @ ANGELS Cocktails and happy hour 4.30pm - 9pm, enjoy the intimate surroundings and the funky décor and of course the fantastic drinks!. FRIDAY @ ANUBA Anuba offers great quality drinks in a sexy venue. Anuba is also the pre-bar to the Bridge nightclub, allowing fast track access to the club. Enjoy some of the fantastic cocktails at a great price during their happy hour 8pm-2am

FRIDAY @ BABY LOVE With two bars, an explosive cocktail list, frequent DJs and sociable 'tenders, Baby Love Bar is one of the safest, funkiest and varied venues for Oxford's serial party-goers, everybody's welcome to a guaranteed night of a-little-bit-of-what-youfancy! 8pm-3am FRIDAYS @ BABY SIMPLE Baby Simple is the choice for after-work drinks, parties, celebrations and late night soirees. Sit back relax and enjoy a wide selection of some of the finest cocktails in a laid back atmosphere with funky bar vibes. 6pm-1am

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FRIDAYS @ CAMERA Fridays at Camera are the place to get the weekend party started! Camera is definitely one of the finest venues in Oxford City centre with some of the best drinks to match! 2 floors of the finest Friday entertainment you will find anywhere in the city! Free before 10pm and £5 after

FRIDAYS @ KISS KISS ‘N’ TELL PROMOTIONZ DJ AC alongside resident DJ’s Dolton & Money with Guest DJ’s playing the best in UK Funky Old Skool Garage, R‘N’B & Hip Hop Dancehall, plus lots more! 9pm-2.30am FRIDAYS @ LAVA & IGNITE VIBE What is Vibe? It's about the music, it's about the people who love music, it's about the people who love to dance. Playing the best in R’n’B / UK Funky / Hip Hop / Garage / Bashment / Dub-Step. The Finest Urban Session in the UK! FRIDAYS @ LOLA LO TIKI BEATS Oxford's best place to be when the sun sets over the Thames! With their resident DJ taking over the wheels of steel to provide a soundtrack of contemporary classics and

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dance floor fillers and our mixologists blending your favourite cocktails and sharers it is going to be a party to remember! 1/2 price cocktails from 10pm11pm 10pm-3am (Last Entry 2am) FRIDAYS @ MAXWELL’S DJ’s, Dancing and Dining, come along and grab yourself a bite to eat or enjoy a delicious cocktail while you dance the night away. DJ’s and happy hour throughout the night.

FRIDAYS @ O’NEIL’S Open till 2am with Friday night bands to get your weekend started. FRIDAYS @ BELL & COMPASS All of your favourite big anthems spun all night with 24-1 cocktails all night and other fantastic drinks offers! Open till 2am

FRIDAYS @ ROPPONGI WE LOVE FRIDAYS This is the ultimate destination for your Friday night full of fun. EVERY Friday at Roppongi Lounge & Club. We love Fridays, so why don't you??? Open until 3am

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FRIDAYS @ RAOUL’S Class, cocktails, sophistication from the international award winning bar based in Jericho. Kick back and relax to smooth deep funky tunes after a long hard week! Open 5pm – 1am

FRIDAYS @ THE BRIDGE DISCO MASH For the best party in the city on Fridays! 3 rooms of music and dancing (and of course bars) offering you everything you need to get the weekend started 10pm - 3am FRIDAYS @ THE CORRIDOR Your answer for the weekend... Come For The Drinks, Stay For The Party! FRIDAYS @ THE DUKE’S CUT Grab a drink and sit on the decking overlooking the river. FRIDAYS @ THE LIVING ROOM Live music from 8.30 until 10.30 Resident DJ until 2am

FRIDAYS @ THE OXFORD RETREAT Offering beautiful and intimate surroundings for dinner or drinks. We love to sit outside on the decked patio with soft furniture sipping at one of the fantastic cocktails on offer! Open until 3am

FRIDAYS @ THE PURPLE TURTLE JIVE Dancefloor Classics Guaranteed tunes to keep you on your feet and dancing the night away! All the classics from the 70’s -10’s squeezed into one night! 10pm-3am FRIDAYS @ THIRST Resident DJ’s lay down everything from pop to disco, funk and hip hop to electro house. Get there early to score a spot in the garden and check out the talent! 6.30pm – 3.30am FRIDAYS @ THE JUNCTION PICK ‘N’ MIX Pick ‘N’ Mix is Oxford’s number one Friday destination, two floors of mayhem! All the best dance floor fillers spun by

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SATURDAY

SATURDAYS @ ANGELS Cocktails and happy hour from 4.30pm - 9pm, enjoy the intimate surroundings and the funky décor.

SATURDAYS @ ANUBA Anuba offers great quality drinks in a sexy venue in the pre-bar to the Bridge nightclub. Come and check it out and get fast track access to the club. Great music and drinks all night! 8pm-2am

SATURDAYS @ BABY LOVE Great drinks, great bar tenders, great music and a stripper pole!! A great premier club, with intimate booths to get cozy in. Open 8pm until 3am

SATURDAYS @ BABY SIMPLE Sit back relax and enjoy a wide selection of some of the finest cocktails in a laid back atmosphere with funky bar vibes. 6pm-1am SATURDAYS @ CAMERA CLUB CAMERA Smooth grooves played by top DJs and even smoother drinks and cocktails, join the party elite and party until late. From 6pm until late SATURDAYS @ KISS Small and intimate bar, friendly staff, wicked DJs, great place to take the party to on a saturday night! Open til 12am

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SATURDAYS @ LOLA LO ZOMBIE NATION Escape to the exotic island of cool with DJ C as the weekend gets into full swing. Cocktail bliss from the skilled bartenders and table service from their beautiful waitresses guarantee your night to be the best it can be! Lola Lo invites you to sample the fun and join them at what is set to be the biggest Saturday night in Oxford! With complimentary entry before 10pm and 1/2 price cocktails before 11pm you'd be silly not to!! 10pm-3am (Last Entry 2am) SATURDAYS @ MAXWELL’S DJ’s, Dancing and Dining, come along and grab yourself a bite to eat or enjoy a delicious cocktail while you dance the night away. DJ’s and happy hour all night.

SATURDAYS @ O2 ACADEMY PROPAGANDAA, TRASHY & ROOM 101 Main Room – Propaganda: The Best New & Classic Indie Alternative Music Room 2 – Trashy: Kitch glam pop and guilty pleasures

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Room 3 – Room 101: Rock, Metal & Punk anthems 10-3.00am SATURDAYS @ ROPPONGI VIP SATURDAYS Roppongi presents a night for the smart, sexy and stylish WITH VIP Saturdays offering Oxford’s party elite a 'chic, luxurious lounge and club'. Situated on Oxford's George Street, the club is a unique playground, designed for affable debauchery and indulgent fun, without pretentiousness but exuding an abundance of class and style. SATURDAYS @ RAOULS Class, cocktails, sophistication and smooth deep funky tunes with award-winning cocktails, from award-winning bartenders. Open 5pm – 1am

SATURDAYS @ THE BRIDGE Old-school, dance and RnB on 3 floors. 10pm - 3am SATURDAYS @ THE CORRIDOR Your answer for the weekend Come For the drinks, stay for the party!

This is a perfect Saturday night if you are out for dinner or drinks or maybe want to impress a special someone. Open until 2am SATURDAYS @ THE OXFORD RETREAT The Oxford Retreat’s Boutique bar offers fun surroundings for late night drinking with friends, unwinding or getting cozy Open until 3am

SATURDAYS @ THE PURPLE TURTLE JAGO DJ Jago playing the biggest and best hits to make you wanna shake ‘what ya mama gave ya’ for 5 hours, every saturday! 10pm-3am

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SATURDAYS @ THIRST One of Oxford’s biggest party nights, don’t miss out! Cocktail promos till 9.30pm Open 7.30pm – 3.30am

SATURDAYS @ WAHOO Their resident DJ spins all the best music ranging from Motown to Chart, Dance to Cheese through til’ 3am.

APRIL SATURDAYS @ THE LIVING ROOM Live music from 8.30 until 10.30 Resident DJ until 2am.

SATURDAYS @ LAVA & IGNITE THE SOUND OF SATURDAYS What Saturdays are all about... The Sound of Saturday is Lava Ignites premier weekend night out! Join them for the biggest night out of the week and the best opportunity to make the most of the weekend before returning to the weekday grind. DV8 OXFORD /// APRIL 2012

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CINEMA & DVD RELEASES

THE HELP HUGO DVD Release: Out Now DVD Release: April 2nd The Help is an Based on Brian Selznick’s inspirational, courageous award-winning, and empowering story imaginative New York about very different, Times best-seller, The extraordinary women in Invention of Hugo the 1960s South who Cabret. build an unlikely Hugo is the astonishing friendship around a adventure of a wily and secret writing project — resourceful orphan boy one that breaks society’s whose quest to unlock a rules and puts them all at secret left to him by his risk. A story about the father will transform ability to create change Hugo and all those filled with poignancy, around him. humor and hope.

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THE IRON LADY DVD Release: 30th April The Iron Lady tells the compelling story of Margaret Thatcher, a woman who smashed through the barriers of gender and class to be heard in a maledominated world. The story concerns power and the price that is paid for power, and is a surprising and intimate portrait of an extraordinary and complex woman. TITANIC 3D APRIL 6TH A boy and a girl from differing social backgrounds meet during the ill-fated maiden voyage of the RMS Titanic, this time in 3D. MIRROR MIRROR APRIL 6TH An evil queen steals control of a kingdom and an exiled princess enlists the help of seven resourceful rebels to win back her birthright. STREETDANCE 2 APRIL 30TH After suffering humiliation by the crew Invincible, street dancer Ash looks to gather the best dancers from around the world for a rematch. THIS MEANS WAR OUT NOW Two CIA operatives wage an epic battle against one another after they both fall in love with the same woman.

MOVIE PREVIEW: AMERICAN REUNION

We loved the American Pie franchise (we even loved the run on films that didn’t include the original cast, including the titles such as Beta House and The Naked Mile). For us it reminded us of a time of being a teenager and all that awkwardness that comes with it.. I would have to say that asking around the office nobody (admitted) to trying to have sex with warm apple pie! We couldn’t be more pleased that a new slice of American Pie is headed our way, as we catch up with all the favourite characters as they traverse the equally difficult world of adulthood... Welcome to the American Reunion

We travel back to East Great Falls for the time honoured edition of the ten year high school reunion. In one long-overdue weekend, they will discover what has changed, who hasn’t and that time and distance can’t break the bonds of friendship. It was summer 1999 when four small-town Michigan boys began a quest to lose their virginity. In the years that have passed, Jim and Michelle married while Kevin and Vicky said goodbye. Oz and Heather grew apart, but Finch still longs for Stifler’s mom. Now these lifelong friends have come home as adults to reminisce about—and get inspired by—the hormonal teens who launched a comedy legend. American Reunion is set for UK cinema release on 2nd May 2012 and if you can’t wait that long, then check out the trailer on the official American Pie website: www.americanpiereunion.com

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BAR OF THE MONTH - ANGELS

Angels on Little Clarendon Street has always been a firm favourite of us here at DV8; the friendly staff, the great cocktails and not to mention some of the best nights out ever! Recently Angels had a beautiful makeover and we really love the contemporary decor, which includes some huge portraits of Hollywood icons (it’s fun to guess who they are, and for a heads up one of them is Elizabeth Taylor).

Jericho ‘hipster’ backdrop offering a sexy, chic, cocktail bar. We are not really sure when is the best time to visit Angels, it is brilliant as a place to wind down after a day at the office, or shopping around town. It is equally good on a Saturday night, with sexy tunes being pumped throughout the bar. (We should mention Angels attracts a sexy crowd... so you might want to look your best!) Whenever you visit, kick-back and enjoy some of the delicious cocktails

on offer from the extensive menu. Angels has the look and feel of a bar that wouldn’t be out of place in the likes of Hollywood and New York.as the best neighbourhood to get a cocktail!

One thing not to forget, Angels is featured on our very own DV8 VIP. Log on to www.dv8oxford.co.uk and download a voucher that lets you get happy hour prices all night every night in April.

COCKTAILS OF THE MONTH - LJ’s

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KIWI GARDEN

Served in a tall glass over crushed ice and decorated with slices of Kiwi. A drink with Kiwi fruit in it has to be good for you (we’re counting it towards our five a day!) One sip of this fruity concoction and we were hooked! You couldn’t really tell there was an alcohol content but believe us there was, we definitely felt the effect after a couple!! Kiwi Garden is taken from the extensive menu at LJ, be sure to make a trip and try the whole menu!

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RUM & PEAR

Served in a tall glass, over ice, decorated with slices of apple. LJ features an extensive selection of cocktails, including all the classics, and some fantastic unique concoctions made from the vast experience of the bar staff.

Be sure to check out this delicious creation when you visit. It is a perfect drink to enjoy as an after work treat, or just to get you ready for the summer months ahead! The drink is subtly sweet and reminded us a lot of pear drop sweets from our younger years.... Delicious!

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VANITY AFFAIR

Go colour crazy with Balmain Hair Extensions at Anne Veck!

This mo nth, Ma trix Artistic Director Anne Veck is giving you so me helpful insights into gett ing out of yo ur co mfort zone. So, read on if you want to add a little colour in your life for 2012!

Forget Kate Middleton’s polished mahogany hues – this is the season to go crazy with your hair colour! Neon pink and highlighter yellow chignons, lilac bobs and turquoise striped ponytails have recently adorned the fashion catwalks for Spring/Summer to much praise by fashion editors.

For the last two seasons, we’ve been wearing our hair in virginal hues of pale blonde or rich brown, but now, with this new cacophony of hair colour championing the London and New York fashion shows, it’s a great time to break out of our hair colour rut! There is of course a stark difference between the “fashion” world and the “normal” world, so if you’re slightly apprehensive about rocking a tantalising hue of Tango orange, then here at Anne Veck, why don’t you have a “one night stand” with vibrant colour using our Balmain ClipTape Hair Extensions? Balmain’s Clip TapeHair Extensions allows you to explore the possibilities of having daring panels of temporary colour placed into your hair securely, safely and quickly. Appropriately named ClipTape, this instantaneous hair extension system has dual application methods. You can apply it using the clips on the extensions for a 1 night style gratification. Or, for a longer fling with these amazing colours (2-4 weeks), visit us at the salon where we’ll attach the hair using the ultra fine self-adhesive tape which runs along the top of the hair extensions.

The tape option is amazingly discreet and blends naturally into natural hair within minutes. It’s also ultra safe and kind to use on natural hair and is removed easily by misting solvent onto the tape where it will slip right out of the hair in no time! For the colour brave, you can choose from an imaginative array of violet, hot pink, blood orange and burnt yellow, or for the demure, there’s a great range of natural hues which range from cool blonde to honey brown.

Another massive pro for using our Balmain’s ClipTape Hair Extensions is that they can be reused – a great saving for the trendsetter on a tight budget!

beauty needs of women around the world and have been praised in the press worldwide including style magazine, Cosmopolitan. The cosmetics they sell are of great quality and many of their customers have said they will never buy from

the high street again. So if you're looking for a bargain then you have come to the right place and remember the only thing cheap about our makeup is the price! Check them out today at www.themakeupbagonline.co.uk

THE MAKE-UP BAG

The Make-up Bag Online is a fantastic one-stop shop for all you makeup needs. You may not have heard of some of the brands they stock but once you try them you will never forget them so take a look round and completely change the way you buy makeup! Costing a fraction of the price of other brand names, he Make-up Bag carries brands such as LA. Colours, who have been understanding the diverse DV8 OXFORD /// APRIL 2012

For more information on Balmain’s brilliant transformational ClipTape Hair Extensions call Anne Veck on 01865 248 495 to book a consultation or visit www.anneveckhair.com where if you sign up for Anne Veck’s Secrets, you’ll get £10 off your next visit.

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Clements & Church is an independent British tailor creating contemporary ready to wear, made to measure and bespoke gentlemen’s attire. In February Clements & Church opened a brand new store in Little Clarendon Street in Oxford. DV8 caught up with the impeccable groomed, owner Aaron John and Richard Gunton to find out a little bit more about the men behind Clements & Church and see how they are settling into their new home. The 2012 Clements & Church man is... The Clements & Church man likes to dress in a contemporary, visually exciting, individual way. Our customers are looking for quality in the clothes they wear as well as wanting something that is distinctive and unique. Tell us about the Clements & Church clothing range… We only produce a limited number of each garment, for example ten jackets in one design, so once they’re gone they’re gone! We won’t produce anymore. All of our ties are handmade and again only a certain number of each one is available. The majority of our range is made in England.

Describe your typical workday... No two days are the same, but we are always really busy! From designing new items, to taking trips to fashion houses and shows, through to the day-today tasks such as merchandising the shop, we are constantly getting new pieces in so we need to reflect this in the layout in store. The most extreme thing you have done for the love of fashion... Not had a social life! Developing Clements & Church is a full time job (and not just 35 hours a week!) But it is definitely worth all the hard work.

“OVER THE LAST YEAR WE HAVE SOLD OVER 2,000 PAISLEY TIES”

The design process… The Managing Direct in each store works with Aaron to produce their own designs, which means the stock in each store is slightly different whilst still keeping true to the distinctive Clements & Church brand. For example, the Oxford store is the newest and signifies where the brand is now so the stock is more forward thinking. For Clements & Church Spring is all about... We follow seasonal trends, but we don’t work by set seasons. We are constantly bringing in new products and creating new designs which means our clothes are a response to what people are wanting now and can react a lot quicker to what is going on in the fashion world. We maintain a strong colour palate throughout the year which is a signature of our brand. Four style essentials... 1. A pair of hand made shoes 2. A suit for best 3. A pair of handmade cufflinks 4. A pocket watch!

Your inspiration is... We go to a lot of big textile fairs such as Milano Unica and Premier Vision and visit mills to look at the various cloths, trimmings, leathers etc. We also look at what people are doing in the fashion world and take inspiration from historic cuts and fabrics. Tailoring trends tend to go full circle so we look at ways we can tweak or add our own twists to classics. Your rule for getting dressed is... Prepare the night before “failing to prepare is preparing to fail” and go against the norm, don’t always be matchy matchy be an individual. DV8 are particularly loving Paisley and Florals this Spring/Summer, and looking around that definitely seems to be a popular look with you. So, which is your favourite, paisley or florals? Paisley! Over the last year I think we must have sold in excess of 2,000 paisley ties. Any celebrities you would like to see wearing your clothes… Some celebrities already wear our clothes! But which ones would be telling…

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SPRING WARDROBE PEPLUMS FROM DV8

1. Navy V neck peplum dress, £28.00, Dorothy Perkins 2. G21 Rope Print Peplum Top, £10.00, George 3. Peplum Skirt, £45.00, Warehouse 4. Closet Long Sleeve Folded Peplum Dress, £48.00, House of Fraser 5. Peplum Scuba Pencil Dress, £48, Topshop 6. Palm Mirage Shift Dress, £48.00, Warehouse DV8 OXFORD /// APRIL 2012

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LOOK GOOD THIS SPRING!

SUEDE AND LEATHER WORKBAG This piece of arm candy will be the envy of all your girlfriends at the office and around town this spring.

Topshop, ÂŁ60.00, www.topshop.com DV8 OXFORD /// APRIL 2012

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1. The new Men in Black 2. Creme Egg 3. Holiday! - Italy Name: Amy Age: 19 Occp: Student

Name: Sian Age: 28 Occp: Office manager

Name: Steve Age: 25 Occp: Fitness Trainer

1. Avengers 2. Hotel Chocolat 3. A few drinks in Oxford away from work!

POSER

Name: Emma Age: 25 Occp: Shop Assistant

Name: Jo Age: 25 Occp: Hairdresser 1. American Pie 2. Anything... big one 3. Depends on the weather.. BBQ?

DV8 meets Tom, you may know him from the Oxford night scene, he talks to us about the importance of spending time getting ready, and the best hangover cures!

1. Which Summer movie are you looking forward to? 2. Favourite Easter egg? 3. How will you be spending the Easter Weekend?

1. Twilight 2. Dairy Milk Classic! 3. Out catching up with friends

1. Spiderman 2. Creme Egg 3. Working!

What makes you a poser? The length of time it takes me to get ready for a night out. (So ive been told) Describe yourself in three words Fun, Sexy, Quick-Witted What is your ultimate hangover cure? Sex and a cuppa if that fails to be left alone so I can go into my dark place! Where can we find you out and about on a Saturday in Oxford? Everywhere. I do the rounds, starting in Jericho with Angles or Duke of Cambridge and work my way to Roppongi, Copa, Wahoo, Junction, Thirst, Bridge, or the Purple Turtle. Midweek drinks or Weekend drinks? Midweek. (We think Tom may be a fan of ‘anything can happen Thursday’!) Are you a shots man? What’s your favourite? Sambuca ca ca ca Summer is nearly here, what are you looking forward to most? Tipsy Summer Punting can't go a miss. What is your ultimate chat up line? “Do you believe in love in first sight or should I walk past again!” or.... “If I told you you had a Beautiful body would you hold it against me”

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