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CONTENTS

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EDITOR’S LETTER

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OUT & ABOUT

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TIME TO COME CLEAN ON TAXABLE INCOME HOST A FUNDRAISING CANDLELIT DINNER FOCUS ON 11+ THREE GUYS THREE PEAKS LA NOSTRA IS HERE TO STAY FOOD AND DRINK FESTIVAL INK OPENS TO RAVE REVIEWS VENUS IN FUR A FEW WORDS FROM MICHELLE

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FASHION,HEALTH & BEAUTY

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OUT & ABOUT

TIME TO COME CLEAN ON TAXABLE INCOME FROM OVERSEAS Graham Doubtfire, Tax Director at Scrutton Bland explains how not declaring your overseas income and assets may have serious consequences.

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o you have income from a business such as a bar or restaurant in Europe? Or perhaps you rent out an overseas property in order to generate extra cash?

If you have any income and gains that have come from outside the UK, it’s important that you tell Her Majesty’s Revenue & Customs (HMRC) about them, as you may have to pay UK tax on them. If you don’t declare income or gains from your foreign accounts and investments, you could be hit with severe penalties which from next year will get worse, with additional penalties and ‘naming and shaming’.

Although this tax legislation has been in place for several months, we are now seeing that the taxman is becoming much more aggressive in pursuing anyone they suspect is concealing income arising from their foreign assets. If HMRC are doubtful about whether you have sufficient income to maintain your lifestyle, then they are likely to target you for investigation.

Furthermore, it isn’t just the big boys who are being targeted: we are seeing many more cases of HMRC pursuing modest-sized businesses, especially cash-based businesses.

It is important that if you have overseas income and gains that you should have told HMRC about

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that you take steps now to bring your affairs up to date, as HMRC are now able to benefit from new international information-sharing arrangements.

And when the new rules around electronic tax reporting, known as Making Tax Digital come in, there will be even more information which HMRC can access to determine if any tax is due.

For anyone wishing to come clean, a ‘Worldwide Disclosure Facility’ has just come into force which will allow you to declare any UK tax liability which relates wholly or in part to an offshore issue, including: • income arising from a source outside the UK; • assets situated or held outside the UK; • activities carried on wholly or mainly outside the UK; • where the funds connected to unpaid tax are transferred outside the UK. If you think you might be in this position, we suggest that you seek professional advice before participating in the Worldwide Disclosure Facility, particularly if you deliberately did not declare taxable income to HMRC, as the process of calculating your liabilities and completing the disclosure can be very complex. n

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OUT && ABOUT ABOUT OUT

Host a fundraising candlelit dinner

far reaching ways, including helping to reduce the threat of gender violence in camps that are very dark at night with no other sources of light - not to mention making it easier to cook and share a meal together.

By hosting a Shine for ShelterBox feast you’ll his autumn, disaster relief charity, be raising money to provide light and emergency ShelterBox is inviting you to host a shelter for other families around the world who fundraising candlelit dinner to need it most. £10 will pay for a solar light to help raise vital funds for chase away the dark this winter.

This vulnerable families. And it’s so simple.

Register at ShelterBox.org/shine November, No marathon training or mountain for your Shine for ShelterBox trekking required! Just great food kit - it’s got everything you need host a candlelit with the people you love in the to set up your dinner including supper and comfort of your own home. recipes from Rick Stein and other Shine for Around 85 million people renowned chefs, decorating tips, around the world have been made and quizzes to keep your guests ShelterBox homeless by natural disaster and busy. conflict. That’s millions of families Sign up to become a host at with no roof over their heads, no warmth ShelterBox.org/Shine or comfort, and no light when the sun goes down. ShelterBox provides emergency shelter and other essential items to families who have lost everything. Their ShelterBox and ShelterKits include items like tents for families, tarpaulins, water filters, and cooking equipment. They also include solar lights that dispel the dark and help families in desperate circumstances feel a little bit safer in their darkest hour.

When disasters strike and power lines go down, a simple solar lamp can make a huge difference in

Help ShelterBox deliver emergency aid to families devastated by conflict or natural disaster by hosting a Shine for ShelterBox supper this November.

“Shine for ShelterBox! Get your loved ones together to cook up a feast and help bring light and warmth to families this winter.

It’s such an excellent way to make a difference.”

- Rick Stein

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OUT & ABOUT

FOCUS ON 11+ AT BRAESIDE AND NORMANHURST SCHOOL Braeside School offers a small, personalised education for girls in Buckhurst Hill, and Normanhurst is a growing school for boys and girls in North Chingford. The two schools take children from 2½ to 16, and between them they make up half of the privately-owned Oak-Tree Group.

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e talk to Matthew Hagger, Managing Principal of both Braeside and Normanhurst Schools, about the schools’ strengths at senior level.

Q: As ‘all through schools’, what are the benefits of Braeside and Normanhurst taking children from 2½ to 16?

A: It is unusual to find a small local school that takes children from 2½ up to GCSE level at age 16 in an academic, nurturing environment and we have two! Both provide the opportunity for continuity of education from juniors to seniors with smaller class sizes and more personalised learning programmes tailor-made to the children’s individual needs. e outstanding relationships developed by our staff and pupils at each level enables us to provide outstanding pastoral care as they pass through the year groups.

As they move from Year 6 to the start of their senior education at 11+ in Year 7, we already know them well, understand their academic abilities and ensure that their progression is smooth.

Q: Why are more pupils than ever before moving from the Oak-Tree prep schools, Oaklands and Coopersale Hall to the Oak-Tree senior schools?

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A: I think that current Oak-Tree families identify with the ethos shared across the Group, having seen their children progress in the happy and purposeful environments provided at Oaklands and Coopersale Hall. Our academic records are very impressive and the inspection teams always comment very positively about the education we provide. Girls applying from outside the Group, or internally from Oaklands and Coopersale Hall, now sit one 11+ exam for consideration at either Braeside or Normanhurst. Both schools offer some part-scholarships each year to attract children with particular academic abilities or creative talents.

Q: How were your recent GCSE results at Normanhurst and Braeside?

A: At Braeside 90% of grades achieved were at A* to C, or at the new grade 4 and above in English and Maths. 47% of grades were at A* or A, with 31% of English and Maths grades at the new grades 7, 8 or 9. ere were 100% passes in many subjects, including Biology, Chemistry, Physics, RS, Geography, Drama and Art. At Normanhurst 92% of grades achieved were at A* to C, or at grade 4 and above in English and Maths. Pupils achieved 100% A* to C grades in subjects such as Art, Graphics, History, Drama, IT, RS, English, Physics, Chemistry and Biology.

We were delighted with both sets of GCSE results, which are a testament to our pupils’ hard work and commitment as well as the dedication and expertise of their teachers.

Q: Where do pupils go when they have to leave Braeside and Normanhurst at 16?

A: We prepare our pupils for next stage of their education and for a variety of courses. Most move to local schools in the area, which are either selective independent sixth forms (often with scholarships), grammar schools or local state schools or colleges. n

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11+ and 13+ entrance examinations are held at Braeside and Normanhurst on Tuesday 23 January.

Contact the relevant school directly to register. Girls can sit either exam and be considered for both schools.

For more information: www.oaktreeschools.co.uk

THE DETA I L S e Oak-Tree Group of Schools Braeside - Coopersale Hall Normanhurst - Oaklands 020 8508 3109 www.oaktreeschools.co.uk

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COME ALONG AND VISIT

THE OAK-TREE Group of Schools

Four privately-owned local independent schools make up the Oak-Tree Group: Braeside in Buckhurst Hill, Coopersale Hall in Epping, Oaklands in Loughton and Normanhurst in North Chingford. The schools are known for their outstanding teaching, excellent exam results and remarkable pastoral care.

FOUR LOCAL INDEPENDENT SCHOOLS

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PLAYGROUND APPEAL : THREE GUYS THREE PEAKS CHALLENGE WORDS BY CHRISTINE BAKER, CHRISTEN MEDIA

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hree intrepid young men from estate agents Butler & Stag are planning to climb the three highest peaks in Scotland, England and Wales in 'one go', over 24 hours, to raise vital funds for the eydon Bois Playground Appeal. eir ree Peaks Challenge gets underway on the weekend of Saturday 28th October when Neil Leahy, Michael Woolley and Tyler Dunkin will be testing themselves against rugged terrain and challenging weather conditions. e three-man band work together at estate agents Butler & Stag’s eydon Bois office. ey have challenged themselves to raise £10,000 so that children using eydon Bois playground can have a safer and more secure future with new, updated equipment.

Butler & Stag co-owner Neil Leahy said “I know it seems a mad thing to do but we are fit young guys who want to help young people here in eydon Bois. Facilities like the playground are an essential part of what makes eydon Bois such a delightful place to live. It’s the heartbeat of

the community for villagers with young children and grandchildren.

While the existing facility has provided years of pleasure, time has run out on the equipment and for safety reasons, much has been removed.

It’s essential it’s replaced with robust apparatus as soon as possible so raising funds is key.” e Playground at eydon Appeal, a registered charity, must raise £115k including insurance and maintenance. To date £75k has been raised but the remaining £40k is a daunting challenge. Pupils at eydon Bois Primary School will be closely following the challenge and adding their support.

Shelly Dix, Chair of Playground at eydon said “e Appeal has been ongoing for a year so we have done well but we need everyone local to stake a claim in a better and more secure playground facility for our young people. Our plans also include apparatus that provides play for disabled children plus an outreach for the wider local community.”

Visit www.playgroundattheydon.co.uk n

To help get the Three Peaks Challengers across the finishing line and reach their target please visit https://www.totalgiving.co.uk/appeal/PaT3Peaks.

Cheques made payable to ‘Playground at Theydon Association’, or cash, can be given to Butler & Stag, 4 Forest Drive Theydon Bois CM16 7EY in the special post box. Or telephone Shelly on 07919 215465 for further information.

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THREE PEAKS : 24 HOURS

RAISING £10K FOR PLAYGROUND AT THEYDON APPEAL

Raising £10k for “Playground at Theydon” Appeal

THE DETA I L S Butler & Stag 4 Forest Drive eydon Bois Essex CM16 7EY 01992 667666 theydon@butlerandstag.com www.butlerandstag.uk

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LA NOSTRA IS HERE TO STAY!

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esidents of Epping and the surrounding area were recently saddened to hear that the much loved Italian restaurant La Nostra had been put up for sale by owner Sharmila Bholanath.

Luckily, Sharmila’s daughter Ana has decided to step in and take over the reins on the running of the restaurant and is taking it in a different direction with many new and exciting ideas being introduced.

the menu, which were all well chosen at wine tasting events and have brought in new, young, talented chefs who recently graduated from cookery schools in Italy.” e Halloween weekend (27th & 28th October sees our third birthday party as well as celebrating Halloween the way only we know how …with a party of course , great food good wine and all of our wonderful customers. e restaurant is already starting to take

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Sharmila said: “We are very pleased to say that La Nostra will be continuing on Epping High Street, our loyal customers and local community were very upset when they heard of our intent to sell and we were met with many requests to keep our little gem of a restaurant open. We decided to keep going because our customers are not just customers…they have become family friends!

Ana added: “I am excited for the plans we have for the future of La Nostra as this will be our third year trading. we have recently introduced some very popular offers including, bottomless Prosecco, 2 for 1 cocktails as well as 2 and 3 course set menus with complimentary house wines. We have also added new wines to

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THE DETA I L S reservations for Christmas parties so get booking if you want to experience the great dining experience delivered by the fabulous La Nostra team. n

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EAT, DRINK AND BE MERRY AT LONDON’S EAT AND DRINK FESTIVAL “Visit The Great Eat to discover the globe’s favourite flavours, where dishes are crafted by the country’s most celebrated street food visionaries”

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he UK’s newest foodie festival takes place between the 22 and 26 November at London Olympia, celebrating the best in Christmas fare and live presentations on four stages across the two events.

The Eat and Drink Festival 2017 brings together artisan food producers, street food vendors and mixologists as well as highly-respected celebrity chefs. Renowned Italian cook, Gino D’Acampo takes to the Foodie Stage along with other household names such as Candice Brown and The Fabulous Baker Brothers to share and inspire visitors with their favourite Christmas dishes and top cooking and baking tips.

For those planning a vegan Christmas with all the trimmings, food writer and cookery tutor Katy Beskow gives lessons in Christmas cooking, while award-winning wine expert and author Olly Smith offers his infinite knowledge of Christmas tipples.

The Drinks Station provides all the inspiration needed to indulge in the best beverages this holiday season. Experience the art of mixing with a cocktail masterclass from Fever-Tree, take a journey through

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German wines and learn how to expertly pair dishes with the very best of Italian wines.

Sample and shop for fresh produce and handmade products in the Artisan Producers Market, offering everything from balsamic vinegars, oils and pastries to bakery treats, gin liqueurs cakes, flapjacks and Christmas puddings. Stock up on festive treats, find gifts for the food lovers in your life and taste the finest chutneys, pickles and jams.

Spice up Christmas menus with take-home delights and sundries from The Larder as top producers display an attractive range of festive offerings including a wide variety of speciality cheeses, homemade fudge, organic produce and food boxes.

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As well as enjoying the Eat and Drink Festival, tickets gain access to the Ideal Home Show at Christmas which returns to Olympia for its seventh consecutive year and runs alongside the festival.

The show features eight dedicated sections across home and lifestyle including home improvements and outdoor living; style; Christmas decorations; a Christmas arcade with toys, games and books; kitchenware; and the new-for-2017 pet pavilion.

From interior design, fashion and even etiquette, celebrities and experts take to the Christmas Theatre stage throughout the showâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s five days to share their ideas on decorating homes for Christmas, dressing

for the office party and even finding love!

Both the Eat and Drink Festival and Ideal Home Show at Christmas remain open until 21:00 on Thursday 23 November for a special night of entertainment and activities, featuring live music from top London artists as well as up and coming street musicians.

Tickets for the Eat and Drink Festival are available now from www.eatanddrinkchristmaslondon.com and by phone on 0844 858 9071. Children under 16 enter free, making it a great day out for the whole family!

Laurence Llewellyn-Bowen See Laurence take to the Christmas Theatre stage, where he gives a live talk on this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s interior trends and how to up your Christmas sparkle.

Gregg Wallace Visit the Foodie Stage to see Gregg Wallace cook up his festive favourites. For starters thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s his delicious Chestnut soup with bacon and for dessert, his Christmas-inspired Bread n Butter Pudding.

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HIT PLAY INK OPENS TO RAVE REVIEWS

‘A huge 5-star hit’ – Evening Standard

‘Hold the front page: This one’s a smasher’ – Time Out

‘A play for today. The blazingly talented James Graham has penned a super, soaraway smash.’

– The Daily Telegraph

Fleet Street. 1969. The Sun rises. A young and rebellious Rupert Murdoch asks the impossible and launches The Sun’s first editor’s quest: to give the people what they want.

No matter the cost.

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ollowing a sell-out season at the Almeida Theatre, Ink, by James Graham, the playwright known for his gripping, political writing (This House, Labour of Love) has opened in the West End at the Duke of York’s theatre to 5 star reviews.

Set on Fleet Street in 1969, Ink tells the story of the Sun newspaper’s rebirth under media mogul Rupert Murdoch. The play opens with Murdoch’s Photography: Marc Brenner

momentous decision to purchase the failing broadsheet title and transform it into a brand new tabloid. To do this, Murdoch approaches Larry Lamb and launches The Sun’s first editor’s quest: to give the people what they want. No matter the cost.

Ink stars Bertie Carvel (Dr Foster, Matilda – for which he won an Olivier Award) as Rupert Murdoch and Richard Coyle (The Lover/The Collection) as Larry Lamb.

Directed by the Almeida Theatre’s artistic director Rupert Goold and with a fantastical set by designer Bunny Christie, Ink is undoubtedly an unmissable theatrical event which brings to life the birth of this country’s most influential newspaper.

Duke of York’s Theatre. Strictly Limited season until 6 January. To book tickets visit InkthePlay.com or call 0844 871 7623

‘Sharper than a paper cut. It’s a hell of a story delivered with flair and vivid humanity’ – The Times

‘A hilarious and gripping piece of theatre.’

– The Guardian

‘The timing of Ink couldn’t be better’ – The I

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atalie Dormer (Game of Thrones, The Tudors) and David Oakes (Victoria) star in the West End premiere of VENUS IN FUR now playing at the Theatre Royal Haymarket. Directed by Patrick Marber, this critically acclaimed Broadway smash-hit by David Ives premiered off Broadway in 2010 before transferring to the Manhattan Theatre Club in November 2011, and receives its West End premiere this autumn.

Set in downtown Manhattan, VENUS IN FUR tells the story of enigmatic actress Vanda Jordan who appears unannounced for an audition with writer-director Thomas Novachek. Vanda is determined to land the leading role in his new production – despite seeming wrong for the part – and over the evening that follows, their charged meeting becomes a seductive dance to the end.

Director Patrick Marber is joined by an awardwinning creative team with design by Rob Howell, lighting by Hugh Vanstone, composition and sound

by Tom Gibbons and Ilene Starger as Casting Director, and provides over 200 seats at £15 for every performance.

VENUS IN FUR is an intoxicating dark comedy of desire and fantasy now playing at the Theatre Royal Haymarket for a limited season.

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NETWORKING, BUSINESS AND THE SCHOOL PLAYGROUND WORDS: MICHELLE B. HARRIS

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he title of this column at first glance, looks like an oxymoron. Business and playground?… Women are (allegedly) natural networkers; multitasking whilst looking out for their own children and offspring of friends and family. If you want to find a good maths or English tutor, you could Google, glance through Mumsnet.com but for facts, experience and testimonials, ask some mothers (or house husbands/fathers) in the playground.

Whether from their smart phone or address book, you will immediately be given various options.

So what does it take to be a natural networker? a) Active listener and without an agenda b) Being prepared and able to juggle networking alongside business commitments c) Cross networking in order to offer business opportunities to others d) Being prepared to give rather than looking to just take e) Systems which strategise new contacts and their details f ) Being courteous and respectful g) Ability to have a conversation with a complete stranger and quickly gain their trust and respect.

During a meeting with Chan Mehta of The Cleaning Company in South Woodford, I casually asked her the secret

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to her best referral. It was a chance enquiry from a fellow parent in the playground who knew the facilities manager of a major UK retailer. I therefore considered my own client base and I too, could substantiate the theory.

Approximately twenty years ago and when my now adult children were still in primary school, waiting by the school gate and having a casual conversation with another mother, she asked if I knew a writer? She had heard that I published on a regular basis and wanted to help ‘a friend of a friend’ and did I know anyone? That one line catapulted my business from start-up into an international operation which over the decades, has facilitated numerous trips to exotic and worldwide destinations. This ‘friend of a friend’ is still my client and I could not put a price on the value of that enquiry.

So as the children go back to school and whilst waiting at the school gates (football sessions or ballet classes) if you’re looking to set-up business or simply to make new contacts either for your business or to help others, strike up a conversation with another parent.

Who knows how you could benefit or be in a position to help others. It’s not the person we are speaking to at any given time, it’s also everybody else that they might know… n

So what does it take to be a natural networker?

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FASHION, HEALTH & BEAUTY

THE HHISTORRYY OF Following the recent announcement thatt Michael Kors has bought the luxury accessories brand for for £896m - we takkee a look back at the history histor of Jimmy Choo,, rising r from humble origins in a cobbler workshop to becoming one of Britain’s best-known fashion brands.

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ou can trace its roots back to a beespoke shoemaker, Jimmy Choo, based in n the East End of London in the eaarly 1990s. The fashion designer was born Jimmy Choo Yeang Yeang K Keat in Penang, Malaysiaa in 1961, and using the craftsmanship he learned d from his father, also a cobbler, Choo made his firstt pair of shoes at the age of just 11. His father wan nted him to follow in his footsteps. Mr Choo recallls “When I first started, my father wouldn’t let m me make a shoe. Instead, he said: “Sit and watch,, sit and watch.” For months and months, I did th hat.”

After learning from his father about the crraft of shoemaking, Choo made his way to England in the early 1980s to study at the Cordwainers T Tec echnical College in Hackneyy,, where he graduated g with honours in 1983. Choosing to remain in England, Choo opened his first shop in Hackney in 1986 in an old hospital buildingg..

It didn’t take long for Choo’s reputation to build. The sexy cut, fashionable design, and exceptional ptional Italian craftsmanship struck a chord with a sophisticated clientele, and the first collection enjoyed 3 2 O C TO B E R 2 0 1 7

immediate success. Jimmy Choo was among the first to bring shoes and handbags to Hollywood where the red carpet proved to be the ideal runway for the brand.

Soon, Choo became the darling of the celebrity world, in particular Princess Diana, who donned Choo’s footwear seemingly everywhere she went.

High-profile devotees also include the Duchess of Cambridge, Jennifer Lopez, Beyonce and Kendal Jenner. The fictional Carrie Bradshaw in television series “Sex and the Cityy..” famously sported Jimmy Choo shoes, boosting the brand’s status.

Within two years of opening his shop, Choo’s shoes were featured in an eight-page spread in Vogue mag Vogue magazine. And it was his relationship with Vogue that would pro Vogue ove to be instrumental in the rise of the Jimmy Choo brand. Despite the rise of his popularityy,, Choo w was still a small operation, making just 20 hand-made pairs shoes a week.

But Tamara Mellon, an accessories editor at Vogue Vogue, who often hired Choo to make shoes for fashion shoots,, sens sensed sed a larg larger market for Choo’s creatiions. She approached the shoemakerr about partnering to create a line of ready-to-wear r footwear -

“It’ss a beautif autiffu ul, distin nctiv vee art, and shoe es are like the ffo ounda dati tions. If the founda fo dati tions aren en’tt rightt, the building won’t w on’t stand upright, and if a w woma oman’s ba ala lance isn’t right, notthing else is.”

- JIMMY CHOO

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JIMMY CHOO with a goal of creating a global luxury business.

In 1996, both Choo and Mellon quickly grew the business, keeeping the focus on creating high-end footwear, but no longer relying on the idea that every singlee pair had to be made by Choo himselff..

They contraacted with Italian factories and opened their first bo outique shop in Motcomb Street, Street London. Tw Two years later, the company expanded to the US, securing s locations in the premiere luxury shop pping destinations of the world’s most prestigious cities including Madison Av Avenue in New York City and York a Rodeo Drive in Beverly Hills, also creating a line-up of adoring Hollywood celebrities including Juulia Roberts and Renee Zellweger.

Internatio onal expansion continued with Jimmy Choo storess opening in Av Avenue Montaigne in Paris, Via Condottti in Rome Rome, Ginza in T Tok okyo, and prestigious shopping districts Sloane Streett and Bond Stree St t here in London. And A byy tthe tur turn of the centtur ury, y, tthe Choo name was a global brand, with high-end retail clients that includedd Harrods and Saks Fifth Av Avenue carrying Choo foottw w The Choo brand had also expanded to wear. handbags an nd other accessories.

But in th he background, all was not well. Choo and Mellon were at odds about the direction of the company. In n what would become one of the more fascinating rifts in the fashion industry, y, Choo didn’t didn think bigger was better. He questioned the quality of the shoees the company was making, and seemed to long for the days when he was back at his shop in Hackney making a small number of pieces of footwear fo or specific clients.

In 2001, Choo sold his half of the company to Robert Ben nsoussan of Equinox Luxury Holdings for $30 milllion. Jimmy Choo was then put up for sale in April after struggling to retain the status it held in the early 2000’s. Both Choo and Mellon departed in 2011 when JAB Luxury bought the firm for more th han £500m.

Today, Toda y, Jimm Jim mmy Choo encompasses a complete luxury accessories brand. W Women omen’s shoes remain the core of the product offer, alongside handbags, small leatheer goods, scarves, sunglasses, eyewear, belts, fragraance and men’s shoes. Jimmy Choo has a global store network encompassing more than 150 stores and a is present in the most prestigious departmentt stores worldwide.

This is whatt makes mak Jimmyy Choo an int interesting pairing with h Michael Kors, as the former is known for its sky-h high stilettos and glam, crystal-embellished designs, whiile the latter graavitates towards down-toearth leather goods and ready-to-wear.

Jimmy hiimself now concentrates on a very personal buusiness, where he designs directly for clients in hiigh-end couture. Jimmy Choo was awarded arded an OBE in 2002, and girls and women w around the world continue to co ovet owning a pair of Jimmy Choo shoes! www.jimmychoo.com

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FASHION, HEALTH & BEAUTY

The Name On Everyones Lips

DR MANAV BAWA

MD. PGDIP(ESSQ). MRCS(ENG).

M ED SE (ICL) & DIC. MRCGP

ADVANCED COSMETIC DOCTOR & GP NEW SURGICAL TRAINER AT THE AWARD WINNING ‘MEDICAL & AESTHETICS TRAINING ACADEMY’

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had some great news recently that I was accepted into the position of a new surgical tutor for the award winning Medical and Aesthetic Training Academy (MATA).

Why am I so excited about this? Well, two reasons, firstly MATA are one of the best training academies in the UK and are based in Harley Street, London. I completed my foundation and advanced cosmetic training with them, and am currently undertaking my postgraduate Level 7 qualification in Aesthetic Medicine with them as well. ey also provide accredited Royal College of GP’s training in minor operations and joint injections.

Secondly, I am extremely passionate about teaching and I have always enjoyed teaching from an early age. I started volunteering as a teaching assistant for summer schools when I was 17, and continued through university and as a doctor. Also, my mother used to be a teacher, which was an inspiration for me.

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I believe its important to be treated by someone who is highly qualified in their field, and to be able to teach effectively you need to know the topic inside out. Remember you must know your stuff to be able to teach it to others! n

The Name On Everyones Lips Call Dr Bawa now on 020 3795 9063 for your free consultation THE DETA I L S For all enquires please call 020 3795 9063, email info@dr-bawa.co.uk or visit www.dr-bawa.co.uk Clinics in South Woodford, Wanstead, Hainault, Loughton & Waltham Abbey. drbawaluxuryaesthetics drbawaluxuryaesthetics drbawaaesthetic

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FASHION, HEALTH & BEAUTY

The Name On Everyones Lips

DR MANAV BAWA

MD. PGDIP(ESSQ). MRCS(ENG).

M ED SE (ICL) & DIC. MRCGP

ADVANCED COSMETIC DOCTOR & GP

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nti-wrinkle treatment has become an everyday treatment, which is affordable and very safe. Some readers may have had treatment already, some may be thinking about it, but have you ever stopped and wondered how it works? e substance used in anti-wrinkle treatment is a toxin called ‘botulinum toxin’, it is actually produced by a bacteria called Clostridium botulinum and with great care we can purify it and use it for numerous medical purposes. e toxin works by blocking signals from the brain to the muscle, which reduces the muscle contraction. is in turn reduces the wrinkles in the skin above the muscle.

It was first shown to cause a temporary relaxation of muscles in the 1950’s and the first medical use was in 1989 for uncontrollable eye blinking, and it began to be used for cosmetic purposes in 2002.

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e list of treatments is growing at an amazing rate, some of the concerns I can treat are skin wrinkles, chin dimpling, turned down

smile, grinding teeth, sweaty armpits, hands and feet to name just a few. As you can see there are some fantastic uses, however it can be dangerous in the wrong hands, which is why it is important to see a fully trained and regulated practitioner…It is a medicine after all!

I frequently hear people saying these treatments are only for the vain, however it can really change peoples lives, for example, a little anti-wrinkle treatment for Ms K’s frown and forehead wrinkle lines gave her so much confidence, and made all the difference in the world to her.

“My forehead and frown lines had really been bothering me for a long time. People used to think I was ill, or feeling stressed as I had a constant frown, then I met one of Dr Bawa’s patients who was very happy with her result, so I decided to have a consultation with him. He took his time and really listened to my concerns and together we came up with a management plan of Botox® to my forehead and between my eyebrows. Dr Bawa even checked whether I wanted slightly arched eyebrows, which I definitely did!

Fast-forward 2-3 weeks and the results are amazing! I can now recognise who I am in the mirror! Now everyone says I look happy and healthy, without it being obvious that I had treatment. Someone even said I looked 10 years younger than I actually am. I have so much more confidence in my self and feel really happy inside, I can’t thank Dr Bawa enough.” - Ms. K n

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FASHION, HEALTH & BEAUTY

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his month’s feature focuses on cutaneous ageing and the menopause. Let's be honest, as a female, hormones are blamed for everything, but one thing is for sure, they can play havoc with your skin. Long before menopause, hormonal shifts start showing their signs on your face. To maintain a healthy balanced skin, you need to start treating your hormonal skin issues safely, from the outside and the inside. e menopause is the result of a decline and change in hormone levels, it typically affects women around the age of 50-53 years.

Oestrogen When it comes to popular hormones, oestrogen takes the prize for being the most widely known and discussed. It is primarily the sex hormone but it also helps our skin and hair remain youthful and is responsible for skin thickness, skin moisture and wrinkle formation. Vitamin A, a great track record in increasing collagen and controlling pigmentation try Obaji Brightinex retinol.

Oestrogen can increase the Hyaluronic Acid content in the skin by maintaining fluid balance and structural integrity. ey can also increase collagen production in the skin, allowing the skin to remain plump, hydrated and wrinkle-free. It plays a major role in the collagen and elastin network of the skin. Try daily creams and serums that contain Hyaluronic Acid, well know to increase plumpness and hydration to the skin – Inspira magic sphere serums, hydrating, firming and lifting and Caviar Deep Repair, moisturise with Youth Preserve Cream or Face Sculpture. Losing oestrogen means losing dermal collagen production, so skin thins out, loses elasticity and sets the stage for wrinkle formation. Losing these hormones results in dehydrated, dry & itchy skin. If you struggle with dry skin make sure you are getting enough high quality omega-3.

My favourite is Omega 3+6+9 taken in a capsule form. With regards to treatments, dermal fillers placed naturally and subtly can help with plumping up the skin's mattress, for fine crepey lines anywhere on the face, neck and décolletage Restylane Skin Vital boosters can really help and

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don't volumise the area treated. My bespoke power booster facial which includes injections of vitamins, derma roller to thicken the skin and a syringe of Restylane Vital gives a plump, firmer rejuvenated look to the face and neck.

Oestrogen loss can also reduce the number of blood vessels in the skin, resulting in pale skin with a lack of nutrients traveling to the skin’s surface, brighten your skin with creams and serums containing vitamin C and COQ10. I find Obaji Bright Alive a fantastic product. A vitamin C, which has also been shown to boost collagen production, also brightens skin and evens out skin tone Obaji Bright Alive, Obaji C Bright and Auriga Flavo C serum. e decrease in oestrogen production from the ovaries leads to the many symptoms associated with the menopause particularly in the cutaneous tissue, including dryness, atrophy, fine wrinkles, poor healing, altered fat distribution and hot flushes, which can present in redness and broken capillaries to the face being present, along with red, itchy and blotchy skin which can exacerbate certain conditions like rosacea. Daily glycolic skin products and in house mild chemical peeling can reduce redness and help to close enlarged pores, intense pulsed light treatments help to break down redness and flushing, as well as Obaji Rozatrol daily serum specifically for redness and rosacea prone Skin.

You can also help with food, here are some Top Foods that provide Adequate Oestrogen for all your skin needs:, start to include them into your regular diet:Carrot, beetroots, potatoes, pumpkin, peas, alpha-sprouts, flax seeds, sunflower and sesame seeds, bran, chickpeas , beans and soy. n

1 e science - a very fine needle is used to inject a soft filler substance into the dermis of the skin to help lift out wrinkles and folds in the skin tissue, it can be a sugar derivative Hyaluronic acid type, a calcium based filler or a more volumising particle like polylactic acid which helps with facial dystrophy. An experienced practitioner can assess your needs and help pick the right type for you.

2 Benefits - who is suitable? All individuals over the age of 18, who do not have any known allergies to any of the substances and who do not have any infections at the injection site. A full medical history should always be given, medications and medical history need to be discussed also as part of patient safety.

3 How many and when can I expect to see results?

Hyaluronic acid fillers give an almost immediate effect and get better once settled, calcium based take 12 weeks to reach maximum effects, but last longer generally, polylactic acid based need minimum 3-5 treatments given 6 weeks apart, but can last 18 months to 3 years.

THE DETAILS Please call Michelle on 07508 404862 for further information. info@perfect-skin.co.uk www.perfect-skin.co.uk

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offers a wide range of treatments for Men and Women Plexr is a cordless hand operated micro-surgical device that transfers concentrated heat to the treated skin tissue. It uses the difference in voltage between the device and the patients skin, generating a small electrical arc, similar to lightening. Plexr ionises the existing gases in the gap atmosphere (that would be the space between the needle tip and the patient’s skin) producing plasma. The small lightening sublimates the fluids contained in the superficial part of the skin, without unwanted heat transmission to the adjacent tissues. Additionally it acts on the superficial layer of the skin preserving the lower layers, which reduces drastically any potential permanent skin damage that could be caused by the misuse of conventional lasers.

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Following the results of my initial Plexr treatment to my under eye area I was delighted at 6 weeks with my results, however the most astonishing thing was when Frances reviewed me at 12 weeks. Following a specific skin care program of firm and lift serum and face sculpture cream to strengthen the surrounding areas of my face, I couldn't believe how much it improved further, as you can see from my photos I not only look fresher, I'm enjoying the compliments from others on how well I look!

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Thanks to Frances Furlong of Perfect Skin for your support and advice throughout my treatment journey.

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Get ready to rock the frock!

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utumn has well and truly arrived, and like it or not, winter is on its way. The days are colder, the nights are longer – and while you might not want to think about it just yet, Christmas is most definitely coming!

It’s never too early to start your prep for the party season. Courthouse Clinics Brentwood has a selection of body contouring treatments that can help you ‘rock the frock’ and look your very best, however and wherever you’re celebrating.

Cool Tech Fat Freezing is one of our most popular procedures. It offers a fast, effective, non-invasive way to permanently get rid of stubborn pockets of fat from problem areas such as thighs, tummy, bottom, back and arms. As the name suggests, it works by freezing fat cells, which causes them to die off and be eliminated through the body’s own lymphatic system. It’s the perfect, pain-free alternative to liposuction – and it achieves visible results after just one session!

Another popular body contouring treatment at Courthouse Clinics is Endermologie – and now is the ideal time to begin a course if you’re keen to look slim and slinky this festive season.

Endermologie is scientifically proven to reduce the appearance of cellulite, boost circulation and improve skin tone. So it’s perfect if you’re looking to banish those lumps and bumps beneath your little black dress.

If you’re interested in skin tightening, then why not try our Radiofrequency body treatment? Our Alma Accent machine painlessly heats the body’s surface to tighten loose skin – a common side effect of weight loss. So if you’ve managed to lose a few pounds ahead of the traditional Christmas excess, Alma Accent will help to restore your skin tone and resolve any sagging.

Our Soprano skin tightening is another great minimally invasive treatment option if you’re after firmer, younger looking skin. It uses high-intensity infrared light to painlessly heat up the skin’s deeper layers, stimulating collagen production and improving surface skin tone and tautness. Best of all, it can be used on almost any part of the body.

In short, it’s never been easier to get in shape for Christmas. Let Courthouse Clinics Brentwood help you dare to wear the party dress you’ve always dreamed of. Call 01268 988080 today for more information and to book.

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he first Headmasters salon opened in Wimbledon Village in 1982. With dedication & commitment to their core values of combining premium hairdressing & amazing service, Headmasters grew into an international salon group with 59 salons. is dedication to giving their clientele beautiful, confidence boosting hair means Headmasters salons have stood the test of time and are lucky enough to have an extremely loyal customer base.

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e beauty world moves fast & Headmasters constantly introduce new treatments, blow-dries and colouring techniques to keep you ahead of the latest trends & innovations. e Headmasters blend of exquisite cutting, beautiful colouring, catwalk-quality finishing and charming, devoted customer service, means you can relax safe in the knowledge you are in the hands of experts.

Whether you’re after a bit of me time or booking the kids in for their back-to-school haircuts, the team at Headmasters Brentwood are committed to making each and every person who enters their salon the best version of themselves. e salon is open from Monday to Friday 9am to 9pm and both Saturday and Sunday 9am to 6pm to make it as easy as possible for you to escape the world and spend time on you! On top of all this Headmasters guarantees you a complimentary consultation with an experienced stylist who will be able to advise you on cut, colour, condition and maintenance at home; a luxury head massage, plus complimentary fringe trims as often as you need them.

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BOLIN WEBB Inspired by the shape and colour of top-end sports cars

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ritish grooming brand Bolin Webb brings a new and attractive look to the world of shaving for men. Bolin Webb razors are hand-built in the UK to the highest of standards and sell in some of the most prestigious stores around the world, most notably Harrods of London.

Inspired Design Hold one of these distinctive razors and you will understand why the brand has won as many design awards as it has. Bolin Webb razors and accessories are all about design: their look-and-feel, the carefully selected colours, the quality finish. All ages can appreciate an impeccably crafted product in terms of performance, handling and appearance.

Bolin Webb razors were originally inspired by the shape and colour of top-end sports cars, from the 1960s AC Cobra for its striking front wing to the detail of a modern-day Aston Martin. Finding a form that works in terms of the balance, curve and the “energy” it projects, is the hallmark of a Bolin Webb razor.

THE DETA I L S 01572 868005 Info@bolinwebb.com www.bolinwebb.com.

Razors & Gift Sets Razors can be bought as an elegantly-presented single handle with blade attached. Two types of razors are available. e original R1 and R1-S razors are fitted with a 3-blade Mach3 cartridge, while the X1 razor is fitted with the 5-blade Fusion ProGlide cartridge.

Each family has a specially designed razor stand, while the award-winning razor case, recent winner of Germany’s sought-after Red Dot “Best-of-the-Best”, fits either model.

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INTERVIEW WITH DR LUK ATHWAL - INVISALIGN EXPERT AT SMILE DESIGN BY ASH

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Q) What ages do adults typically have braces?

A) Braces are not just for children. We have noticed that a significant number of adults of all ages are having braces. As people get older, teeth can move and become unsightly, with gaps appearing between teeth. Having straighter and whiter teeth will make a person look younger and more attractive.

Q) Why do many people opt for Invisalign rather than conventional fixed braces?

A) Invisalign is a great “lifestyle” option for straightening teeth. e clear aligners are worn

for most of the day, but can be taken out when eating or drinking, and also cleaning your teeth.

You can remove the aligners if you have an important social event. Because of this flexibility, many people prefer Invisalign.

Q) How long does treatment take?

A) Depending on the level of crowding and position of the teeth, most cases take between 6-12 months. e treatment works quicker if a person wears the aligners for most of the day, and has excellent oral hygiene.

Q) How can I see what my end result will look like, before I commit to the braces treatment?

A) We have a digital scanner that can take a 3D image of your teeth. Invisalign offer a service that can create a new simulated 3D image showing how your teeth will straighten up, and indicate the amount of time this will take. is important step is called “Clincheck”.

Q) How can I find out if I am suitable for Invisalign?

We are having an Open Day for Invisalign on Saturday 21st October 2017 from 09:00 to 17:00. You can reserve a 30-minute consultation to have an assessment with myself, including some photographs. To reserve your place, we request a £20 fee (which will be refunded if you go ahead with dental care at Smile Design By Ash). n

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TO RESERVE A PLACE ON THE INVISALIGN OPEN DAY, CALL CHERYL ON 020 85000544, OR EMAIL US AT CHERYL@SMILEDESIGNBYASH.CO.UK www.smiledesignbyash.co.uk www.invisalign.co.uk 4 8 O C TO B E R

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Having straighter and whiter teeth will make a person look younger and more attractive.

THE DETA I L S Smile Design By Ash Contact our practice on 020 81082469 Visit www.smiledesignbyash.co.uk for more information SMILEDESIGNBYASH

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“It Must Be My Hormones”

We all know when something just doesn’t feel right. And as we age (and by age I mean from our 30s onwards) we just don’t feel quite as well as we did when we were 20 – we are more tired, we ache and we find it harder to maintain a lean body weight. And that’s without mentioning the unavoidable massive hormone shift that we all have to go through. Everyone has heard of the menopause and the problems women endure whilst going through it. e Andropause – the male equivalent – is now well recognised, but not well treated.

Dr Sophie Shotter, Medical Director of Illuminate Skin Clinic in Kings Hill, is passionate about helping people to age well inside and out. “Achieving an optimal hormone balance is crucial to how our body works, and is something that mainstream medicine is not yet doing well enough”. Many people have been put off using HRT because of the reports of health problems associated with it – breast cancer for women and heart attacks for men. At Illuminate Skin Clinic, Dr Sophie prescribes Bioidentical 5 0 O C TO B E R 2 0 1 7

Hormone Replacement. ese hormones are derived from plants and are biologically virtually identical to our own.

A thorough consultation is essential so that Dr Sophie can understand what symptoms you are currently experiencing. She says “Every person experiences hormone problems differently, and our aim here is to improve someone’s symptoms. Whilst we do measure blood levels, we are most guided by what our patients tell us they are feeling.” Dr Sophie then sends a unique prescription to a specialist pharmacy, who are extremely experienced in blending these unique products. A combination of tablets, lozenges and creams may be used to optimise your individual balance. e benefits of optimal hormone balance are far-reaching. At Illuminate Skin Clinic, Dr Sophie’s ethos is all about making people feel their best inside and out. With hormonal treatments the benefits extend far beyond what her patients feel initially. Optimisation of an individual’s hormone status can help to prevent osteoporosis, break down plaque that has built up inside arteries, and decrease the risks of many cancers. Dr Sophie says “is is what I call preventative medicine, and is where I believe the future lies. Preventing problems is far better for people than patching them up once a problem has occurred”. n

Dr Sophie Shotter, Medical Director of Illuminate Skin Clinic

THE DETA I L S If you’d like to know more about Bioidentical Hormone Replacement erapy, please contact Illuminate Skin Clinic on 01732 647007 or hello@illuminateskinclinic.co.uk

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Autumn colours for your home Get cosy this autumn/ winter with the hottest looks as they go from the catwalk to your home. Blinds 2 Go, shows you how to dress your windows in the latest fashion trends.

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he hottest colours this autumn/ winter are burnt orange, warm copper and chocolate brown in styles including ethnic prints, florals, geometrics and natural wood.

Blinds-2go.co.uk has a wide range contemporary prints and woven design fabrics available as roman and roller blinds, as well as natural wood and copper tone metal venetian blinds, all made to measure with care and attention to detail and still at great low prices!

The collection features sophisticated fabrics including dramatic, graphic patterns, as well as many designs perfect for ‘feature’ windows. Stylised

floral designs, oriental patterns and smart textured plains are shown in soft, subtle neutrals through to vibrant signature colours. These coordinate wonderfully with Oriental styled interiors as well as eclectic and quirky British decor and are perfect for creating a cosy autumnal feel to your interior.

All made to measure to exactly fit your windows, Blinds-2go.co.uk also offer a three year guarantee and five star reviews. Prices start from £7.76 for a made to measure venetian blind.

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BOOK LAUNCHING THIS MONTH: Extraordinary Interiors: Show-Stopping Looks For Beautiful Rooms

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ow in its tenth year, co-founders; Jane Rockett and Lucy St George have put their creativity and interiors wisdom to paper to write a book designed to empower and motivate readers to be adventurous with their interiors and create the interiors of their dreams!

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to achieve magical, surprising and inviting homes.

The specially commissioned photography, by talented photographer Debi Treloar, showcases twelve extraordinary and inspirational homes owned by friends, colleagues and the co-founders themselves.

“Writing this book has been a really incredible experience, as well as the personal adventure of a new challenge, we have also had the opportunity to work with some incredibly talented people and spend time in some truly beautiful homes.”

- Jane Rockett, Co-founder of Rockett St George “When designing interiors we take inspiration from everywhere, from our travels, restaurants, online and our wonderful creative customer’s houses. We wanted to write a how-to book and to pass on advice on how to create showstopping, extraordinary interiors. We have visited a myriad of houses when writing the book and met some really wonderful people along the way. All the while picking up tips and hints to share, learning from our own experiences and other interior mistakes and triumphs.”

- Lucy St George, Co-Founder of Rockett St George

ABOUT ROCKETT ST GEORGE Launched in 2007 by Jane Rockett and Lucy St George, Rockett St George is an online emporium of expressive homeware with an exceptionally quirky style that inspires and delights. Home to an eclectic mix of treasures which inject magic, charm and personality into interiors Jane and Lucy spend their time exploring for inspiration and discovering new artists, designers & products.

Their cleverly curated collections are a firm favourite of the press, interior designers and their customers.

Released 10 October. www.rockettstgeorge.co.uk

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MIRROR, MIRROR, ON THE WALL

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here has always been a magical element to Mirrors; Snow White had a magic mirror, and Alice fell into a world beyond a looking glass. Now, House of Interiors are introducing one of the best magical elements you have ever seen yet and proving that Mirrors are so much more than just shards of glass that reflect an image in front and can beyond the fairytales hold a little bit of real magic in your home too.

Mirrors have earned status as an effective interior design tool for years and have been used to fulfil practical purposes and a multitude of creative motives. But, this year House of Interiors have discovered that the best property of a mirror is its ability to hide other objects.

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in all its glory shows how its more than just your standard mirror of reflecting and accentuating hues and more the new advancement in technology and design to hide your TV from view.

Since opening in January, the Allure TV Mirror has fast become the talking point of their Showroom and is currently shown in smoked glass and a gunmetal fretwork. At the touch of a remote control, the mirror reveals a 55” Android Smart TV and Bose Sound System through the smoked glass. With the TV off, the mirror still continues to provide traditional mirror elements for any room you choose to place it in, whether it be a focal point, a space enlarged or just a statement piece, the Allure TV Mirror allows you to do all three. e mirror itself comes in a variety of sizes, but can also be made in bespoke sizing with a choice of glass finishes and also with or without the fretwork. House of Interiors have also extended to further capabilities and allow you the option to design the mirror without a TV if you wish.

Visit their showroom today located at 22 e Fairways, Cheshunt, Hertfordshire, EN8 0NL for their design team to help advise you on finishes, designs and technology options available. n

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STAY WARM IN AUTUMN WITH SHEEPSKIN

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hanks to it’s luxurious appeal and undeniably soft textures, sheepskin furniture is never far from the interior designer’s eye. With that in mind, it’s easy to believe that stunning furniture designs showcase a shearling finish are trending once again this Autumn.

The Sheepskin Chair from Smithers of Stamford is this seasons must have piece. The simple design takes nothing away from the beautiful, natural material and with beneficial properties that keep you cool in summer and snug as a bug in winter, this is very much a chair for all seasons.

Shearling is a super transitional product that works extremely well with most styles and materials, making sheepskin furniture very easy to work with.

And, then theres the comfort element. Nothing on earth feels as dreamy as laying on Mongolian Sheepskin. Nothing. And, with a stylish sheepskin footstool to match, there is absolutely no scrimping

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If you’re in search of shearling with a difference, Smithers also provide a glorious range of Cocktail Chairs. Cut from designer fabrics and finished with delicately tinted sheepskin, these beautifully bold chairs demand attention and add an unquestionable touch of glamour to any space. www.smithersofstamford.com

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PROPERTY LIFE

A FIRST TIME BUYER MOVES BACK TO HER ROOTS

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hen first-time buyer Claire omas sought to buy her first home, she looked back to the place where she grew up to discover an area that would suit all her needs.

Working as a management consultant in London meant that Claire needed to find a location that would allow her easy access into town. As a single buyer, she also needed to find an area that she would feel safe and happy every day. After researching various options, Claire discovered Loughton in Essex, which is just half an hour by public transport from Central London.

“I wanted to be on the tube for work and getting into town and it is good that Loughton is on the night tube too,” says Claire. “I grew up in Essex but haven’t lived there for a long time, so it is nice to come back to my roots. e location feels quiet and safe but with enough going on with the shops nearby.”

Claire decided that a new build would suit all her needs including being able to finance the purchase through Help to Buy, which she was able to take advantage of. “I wanted the ten-year building guarantee and no hassle because this is my first property purchase,” explains Claire. “I also wanted something clean and modern that nobody else had lived in.”

Landmark is a new residential development in Loughton comprising 64 one- and two-bedroom apartments complemented by new retail space at street level and office space on the seventh floor.

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“Landmark is close to the tube and there is also parking, which would help my commute every day,” says Claire. “I knew I wanted a new build but didn’t want it to be a huge development of hundreds of flats because that

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would have felt very overwhelming. I also like the idea of having some retail space on the lower floor.” e development ticked all the boxes in terms of location, look and feel and the high specification internally sealed the deal for Claire. “ere are really good-sized bedrooms, built-in wardrobe in the master bedroom, balcony with lovely views of the Essex countryside and a great storage cupboard, adds Claire.”

Higgins has ensured that the design details at Landmark’s apartments make a big impression on buyers. ere are stylish open-plan, glossy kitchens, contemporary bathrooms and en-suites and indulgent touches everywhere. “ere are lots of wow factors such as the kitchen with all integrated Smeg appliances,” says Claire. “With the well-considered lighting, it has been designed to feel very modern and high end.”

As a first-time buyer, Claire naturally had some worries at the beginning but was pleasantly surprised at the ease of the whole process. “I was concerned about all the finances coming together and my mortgage getting approved in a short space of time but in reality it was really smooth because I had a good broker and solicitor recommended by Higgins,” she said. “I got all my paperwork in order and they were efficient in making it happen. e Higgins sales people are lovely, offering a friendly and personal service. ey made me feel very special because it was my first purchase.”

Claire moved into her new apartment at the end of July, and is already stamping her own style onto it as she explains: “I have already bought lots of new things for my place; furniture and accessories and put a few essentials up like hooks on the back of doors and curtain poles. Next, I will be looking to make the balcony feel more ‘done’ and paint the bedrooms. I live on my own so I am going to make the second bedroom a bedroom/office.” n

“There are lots of wow factors such as the kitchen with all integrated Smeg appliances, ...with the well-considered lighting, it has been designed to feel very modern and high end.”

THE DETA I L S Prices at Landmark start at £395,000. For more information, visit www.landmarkloughton.com call 020 8508 2275 or email landmark@higginshomes.co.uk

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PROPERTY LIFE

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he first DVD players came out. Eric Cantona ‘attacked’ a Crystal Palace fan. Frank Bruno won the WBC Heavyweight Championship of the world. Nick Leeson was jailed for 6 years for the double fraud committed at Barings Bank. John Major resigned as prime minister. Ronnie Kray died. Ebay and the first Playstation were first introduced to the UK. A lot of things have changed since Edward Taub first opened its doors back in 1995. e one thing that hasn’t changed is the quality of the service offered by us. Traditionally Edward Taub were a letting agency, specialising in renting quality properties to professional tenants and managing the properties on behalf of the landlord. However in more recent times, with the need to satisfy our landlords’ requirements when disposing of their investments, we introduced a selling side to facilitate this. Being an independent agent allows us the time to ensure that all parties are kept updated each step of the way during the purchase and selling process. On average 45% of the sales from our existing rental portfolio are sold to other investors, sometimes complete with tenant. is service has proved so popular that word has got around of our success and now sales has become an integral part of our business and is available to 7 8 O C TO B E R 2 0 1 7

all. All of our properties are marketed on both Rightmove and Zoopla as well as local magazines to ensure the best possible coverage.

We still offer the best of services to our landlords and being an ARLA/Propertymark agent, can ensure that any let carried out by us is fully compliant with all the latest, ever changing rules and regulations.

Edward Taub Director John Bray explains. ‘ It is imperative in this industry to listen to what your customers say and to move with the times.

Although Edward Taub have been an established lettings agency for so many years in Queens Road it was an important decision to start our sales department for when a landlord had decided, for whatever reason to sell their property. We wanted to add sales to complement our professional services, not to compromise it and this we have been successful in doing without jeopardising our successful lettings business. We can now cater for all of your property needs under one roof and can help with everything on lettings and sales from mortgage advice and solicitors, to removal companies and also property refurbishment via our team of contractors.

Why not contact Edward Taub today and see if we can make some memories for you! n

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Lettings Woodford Green

£1,250 pcm

Two bedroom terraced house located in a quiet turning close to Woodford Greens schooling, shops and travel. This well presented property benefits from many features such as a large reception/diner, fully fitted kitchen with room for dining table and chairs with door opening onto a well maintained garden with patio area.

Chigwell

£1,995 pcm

Large three bedroom semi-detached family home located minutes from Chigwells Central Line Tube station, first rate schools and local amenities. This property benefits from many features, such as being extended on the ground floor, giving two large receptions, kitchen diner, utility room, downstairs w/c and a converted garage.

South Woodford

£1,600 pcm

Stunning S new build, luxury two bedroom, two bathroom, ground floor garden flat, located in the Scenix development close to South Woodford's Central Line tube station and the vibrant George Lane with its many bars, restaurants and shops. This beautifully presented property benefit's from many features.

Woodford Green

£2,000 pcm

Beautifully presented and finished Edwardian family home located close to Churchfield's School, local travel and South Woodford Central Line. This light and spacious house boasts a blend of original and contemporary features throughout. From the entrance hall way to its large and light reception with natural wood fire place.

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