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November 2012 9 Colour therapy

49 What we know about style

Christina Goggi has an adventurous hair colour day.

FM goes backstage at the photoshoot for the new Diet Kinnie campaign and meets Kinnie brand executive Yanika Mattei and winner of the ‘Be the Face of Diet Kinnie 2012’ Bettina Pace.

13 Enjoy fashion responsibly Cheaper fashion is actually costing us the world, says Anne Marie Spiteri.

17 Straight from the

hobby horse’s mouth

Are you on a tight student budget? Then it’s time to make your hobbies pay, says Francesca Falzon.

21 The school of fashion Four primary school teachers tell Daniela Brockdorff how they manage to look good at 8am, ready for quite a handful of kids.

24 In dark bloom Walk down a mysterious garden path in this season’s dark florals.

27 Style stalker Belts, beanies and layering – there, you’ve got this season sorted out, says Kira Drury.

31 What’s your pattern?

51 A beautiful introduction Nathalie Abela’s first fashion shoot will not be her last.

53 Be a star FM helps you get in the Christmas spirit.

55 The one and only The latest collection by Pippa Toledo is a unique take on glamour.

59 Street style Romina Farrugia banks on Zurich for good returns on street fashion.

61 In gilded glory Lara Boffa rocks this season’s baroque trend.

66 Being Lively Gossip Girl star Blake Lively shares her beauty secrets.

From baroque and traditional to florals and monochrome, FM finds this season’s patterns.

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WELCOME Summer in Malta can be too much of a good thing. To still be in short sleeves and summer clothes in November is unheard of in most of Europe, but in Malta, it’s taken as read.

Which is why we embrace the cold spell when it finally arrives. True, we grumble a bit – but that’s just to maintain appearances or to kick-start a conversation. In reality, we’re glad that we can finally cuddle up in wool and cashmere and indulge in that beautiful art of layering.

In this issue of FM, we explore this season’s main trends. We walk down the garden path of dark florals, create a look using autumn prints and patterns, and celebrate an early Christmas with glitter, glitz and glamour. Our budget queen Lara Boffa also helps us get the baroque look right without breaking the bank.

Hair is an essential part of our wardrobe – in this issue, we talk to people who go for daring hair colours. We interview a group of teachers and see how they manage to look fashionable at eight in the morning. We also keep up with fashion on the move and snap some exciting street style.

In this issue, we also interview Pippa Toledo on her latest collection and meet up with Bettina Pace, this year’s winner of The Face of Diet Kinnie competition.

Read on and enjoy.

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Hair

COLOUR THERAPY Christina Goggi has an adventurous hair colour day.

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t’s early in the morning. The alarm clock goes off, you stretch and turn a few times, get out of bed, put on those cosy slippers, and go to the bathroom.

Eventually, whether you like it or not, you need to look in the mirror. What do you think of the person staring back at you?

Is it time for a change? Maybe a new look can do the trick. You know what, let’s change that hair colour.

Many of us go through this. While most of us go for the more natural look, deep down we would like to do something fresh, different and a bit daring. But what makes us go for the daring colour?

Here’s what Rachel Thake, a 19-yearold who loves experimenting with her hair colour frequently, and Pierre Camille, a name that’s second to none in the hairdressing industry, have to say about adventurous hair colours.

Rachel Thake Education: Student at Higher Secondary.

Favourite hair colours: Blues and purples.

Q: What does your current hair colour and hairstyle say about you?

A: At the moment my hair is a bright copper tone. I went to the salon planning to go for red but I changed my mind soon after. It’s a bright and fun colour and since I’m a bubbly person, I think it matches my personality pretty well.

My hair is cut quite short – I’m actually growing it out but at the moment it’s a long

version of a pixie cut. I also shave the left side of my head to give it an edgy touch – I hate looking normal.

Q: You’ve tried quite an array of hair colours – what drives you to change so often?

A: Honestly, I just get bored. Looking at the mirror and seeing the same reflection for too long makes me a bit restless. Every three weeks or so, I change something – I either get a different colour, shave it more or give it a totally different style.

I like experimenting and changing styles pretty often.

Q: Do you dye your hair yourself or do you have a hairdresser you trust?

Rachel Thake’s current look

A: Sometimes I colour it myself, especially if I wake up one morning and get a craving for a new colour which I would have at home.

I have hairdressing background and anyway, it’s quite simple to do. When it comes to complicated colours and cuts, I usually go to my trusted hairdresser.

Q: What reactions do you usually get when you go for a daring hair colour?

A: My family usually likes my changes – it’s something they get used to quickly. Other people, on the other hand, seem pretty shocked. I remember when I went to the supermarket with my hair in bright pink. At that time, pink dyes weren’t

really fashionable so it was pretty new for everyone to see someone with hair that colour. I can still recall the way everyone would stop and blink at me as I walked past them. I tried to ignore it but it gets to you after a while. I still do my best to ignore what people say when it comes to my hair colour. People have been and will always be mean – but as long as I like it, then that’s all that matters.

Q: Have you ever regretted going for a particular colour?

A: Not really. I feel good about going through all my colour changes. At least I know what suits me and I can say I’ve gone through most of the colour chart.

Q: Ever tried a colour that went completely wrong?

A: I don’t think I have ever changed my colour and felt it didn’t suit me. I have yet to experience a colour disaster.

Q: How do you keep your hair healthy?

A: Deep conditioning.

Olive oil also works wonders. If my hair ever ends up getting burnt, I just chop it off. Nothing gets rid of burnt hair and split ends except scissors.

Q: Going for a new colour soon?

A: That’s a hard one.

But yes, of course!

I’ll probably go for a lilac or a blue tone, or maybe a dark green or a golden blonde.

Decisions, decisions.

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A musical act Now in its 15th edition, this year’s Teatru Unplugged needs no introduction and will live up to its reputation, with an interesting line-up which includes Scar, Peter, Papps and Friends, Alex Alden, Fire, Skarlet and Duo Kukkanja and will be hosted by Gordon and Rodney.

Photo by Ben Camille

Pierre Camille Salon: Pierre Camille.

Favourite hair colours: Any colour that is right for each particular job. I have a love for all colours.

Q: What’s your take on the more adventurous hair colours?

A: It’s great that people are willing to take colour to new levels by using brighter and contrasting shades. In the salon we have devised techniques to applying colour which can be adapted to suit the intensity of the total look required. We’ve combined pink highlights on honey blonde hair. Another combination we did recently was cherry red tips with dark chocolate brown roots – it’s wonderful that people are not afraid to express themselves with colour.

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by Baileys, Uno de 50, Camilleri Paris Mode and BRNDWGN and will be held at the Manoel Theatre, Valletta on December 7-9. Tickets cost €8, €15 and €18 and can be purchased online from www. teatrumanoel.com.mt, by e-mail to bookings@teatrumanoel.com.mt, or by calling on 2124 6389.

Q: Does hair colour really reflect personality?

A: Absolutely.

Q: Who can pull off the more different type of hair colours?

A: It’s really about the individual. If you’ve got the personality to wear something which is not mainstream, then go ahead – it’s the same with hair colour.

Q: Ever had a client who was unhappy with a dramatic colour change they requested?

A: I can’t remember anyone in particular, but generally when a client wants to go from a light colour to a much darker shade we are aware of how dramatic the change can be. Going from a darker to a much lighter colour is far easier to accept.

Q: Any tips for people who want to go for a hair colour that’s different?

A: Think of the maintenance factor once you’ve chosen the colour you want. Bright colours such as blue, pink or green are semi-permanent, which means they wash out after a few shampoos. They work best on bleached hair and you will need to reapply the colour every so often to maintain its vibrancy. A good temporary alternative is to buy clip-on hair extensions available in most colours; these can just be added on to your own hair. Another alternative is a wig for a total colour and style makeover.

Q: What hair colours are in this season?

A: It’s more about the technique that’s in vogue rather than hair colours. We are doing quite a lot of contrasting colours on younger clients applied in a very obvious way, like dark roots going to lighter mid-lengths and much lighter ends. The same technique can be used with less contrasting colours giving a more natural feel to it. With colour no matter what is in fashion, the most important factors are the person’s skin tone, eye colour, personality and lifestyle.

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Fashion

Maria Muscat. Photo by Carla Said

E N J OY FA S H I O N R E S P O N S I B LY Cheaper fashion is actually costing us the world, says Anne Marie Spiteri.

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must warn you that this is going to make me sound really old, while I am in fact all of 26 years and 11 days younger than Madonna. Yet I still remember a time when buying a pair of jeans or a smart top involved a great deal of careful consideration and a good number of years of happy mixing and matching which were only then followed by a gradual dwindling of wear and a final heartfelt farewell.

Since then, our relationship with clothes has changed and nowadays, a dress, which can sometimes cost as much as a pizza, is often purchased with just about as much thought.

The stone cold numbers, which are immune to any sort of rosy nostalgia which I might have fallen prey to, strongly support my observation. Statistics show

that between 1995 and 2005, the cost of clothes fell by 36 per cent – inversely, spending on clothes went up by about a third. This has been good in that it has made fashion accessible to the masses but it has also had a harmful impact in many other less evident ways. One of the main problems is the cheapness itself, which has banished all possibility of rational shopping.

The result is that people are increasingly buying things that they don’t really need or like, or for any other reason just don’t end up wearing. It is estimated that about 1.7 billion items of clothing sit unworn and unused in British closets.

Of the clothes that are lucky enough to be granted a few outings, some quickly succumb to wear and tear due to their intrinsic poor quality while others are simply replaced.

The negative consequences of fast fashion are not limited to the environment.

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Fashion In the end, many of these unwanted clothes end up in the rubbish bin, with the UK sending a whopping 350,000 tonnes of clothing to landfills every year. The problem is compounded by the widespread use of man-made fibres such as nylon and polyester, which unlike natural fibres do not biodegrade and thus persist for hundreds of years.

The negative consequences of fast fashion are not limited to the environment. To keep prices down, most high street brands set up manufacturing facilities in Asian countries, where labour costs are significantly reduced. Moreover, several investigations have found that vulnerable employees are often paid way less than the legal minimum wage while being routinely forced to work endless shifts in inhuman conditions in order to meet deadlines.

While tighter regulation of the fashion industry can help avoid gross abuses, significant change can only be achieved through a permanent change in behaviour. From buying fewer, better quality clothes at a slightly higher price to passing unwanted clothes on to charity rather than throwing them out, there are many, relatively simple changes we can make in order to enjoy fashion more responsibly.

The crucial and probably hardest first step is the reintegration of discipline and sense into the lax limbo that has come to separate the dressing rooms from the till.

Sara Caruana has been gracing the catwalks for the past 10 years and has worked with local designers Mugi and Charles & Ron as well as Italian brand Exte, among others.

“I think that sustainable fashion is a bit of an oxymoron,” she says. “A good dose of creativity can make fashion more sustainable, but never completely so. While this sort of thing will appeal to a certain group of people, I think that the majority are not really concerned about the negative aspects of the fashion industry. I also feel that most local models aren’t aware of the sustainability issue. It isn’t something that we’ve had much exposure to and there don’t seem to be any local clothes shops or designers promoting it.

“I’ve never given sustainable fashion much thought and I probably buy many more clothes that what I strictly need.

However, I’m certain that I would shop differently if I knew more about the environmental and ethical track record of clothing brands. Although I’ve never bought second hand clothes, I’ve gone through my grandmother’s closet a number of times, choosing pieces which I find interesting and repurposing them to suit my style. In addition, I normally donate all the clothes that I no longer wear to charity.”

Maria Muscat of Babettopolis is a talented and creative seamstress who happily recycles unwanted clothes and accessories, which she then goes on to transform into beautiful, truly original pieces.

“My impetus in the first years was necessity,” she says. “As a student on a tight budget, with creative aspirations in the

Sara Caruana. Photo by Valentina Lupo

back seat, I sought to make myself things that cost next to nothing and somewhat reflected my tastes. Nowadays, I feel a certain responsibility, and by repurposing the old I hope I’m doing enough to make at least some understand that it’s high time we started purchasing thoughtfully.

“It’s important to make a distinction between designer fashion and its often pale reproductions on the market. A designer piece that dates back to even the most dubious of fashion years still carries value because it was designed thoughtfully and made exquisitely. Its reproduction, made to cater for blindly spending masses and produced quickly to satiate, becomes a parody of the inspirational original. The only way to break the cycle is to make an ethical choice to stop buying wildly and to instead use high fashion as a guide to think more constructively about what suits you.”

Have a happy day For the 10th consecutive year, McDonald’s will be organising its annual fundraising event on December 1, in collaboration with Istrina. Throughout the day all eight restaurants will be organising fun events for all the family to enjoy, including the participation of various celebrities, Zumba, arts and crafts, karaoke, face painting, dance recitals just to mention a few. On the day, €2.35 of each Extra Value Meal sold on the day will be donated to charity. Events in the stores will be organised for the whole family to enjoy.

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Hobbies

STRAIGHT FROM THE HOBBY HORSE’S MOUTH

Are you on a tight student budget? Then it’s time to make your hobbies pay, says Francesca Falzon.

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obbies can be expensive.

We spend money on classes, equipment, magazines, training and more.

And not only do hobbies burn through our savings, but they also frequently leave us with a collection of – let’s admit it – useless objects or equipment that we will need to upgrade in a few months.

Well, ever thought of turning your hobby into a business? This might sound a bit far-fetched but with a little bit of thought and careful planning, you can make your investments in your hobbies pay.

Ultimately, all of these ideas can work together – teaching classes, for instance, will help you get contacts for leading groups, which in turn will support you in your bartering and retail efforts.

Any of these ideas can flourish into a proper business. Most of them wouldn’t be enough to blow up into a big enough business to actually support your daily expenses, especially if you’re not business-minded.

However, one or more of them can be enough to fuel your own hobby, allowing you to enjoy it even more.

TEACH YOUR HOBBY This is one of the most common income generating ideas.

Some hobbies are very easy to pick up. Also, those with the same hobby you’re interested in will be happy at the prospect of someone like you giving them advice and tips. Of course, this excludes hobbies such as scuba diving or parachuting, for which a professional certificate is required.

There are several ways of how to get paid for your advice.

Teaching classes in your local community is one possibility.

Several public schools may also need competent people to deliver education programmes. You should also consider senior, community and youth centres and libraries. If your hobby happens to relate to a local club, use this to your advantage by organising classes for the club.

For a class to be successful you obviously need students.

You need to market your services and your availability – use flyers, banners, internet posts and social networking to spread the word. You should also cosy up to fellow teachers to learn a few tricks of the trade.

If you don’t have any teaching experience, you need to acquire some skills – be patient here as you will need to invest dedication, commitment and patience. YouTube tutorials, books and instruction DVDs will come in handy here.

Eventually, you can also consider creating your own training DVD or YouTube videos. This will help you market your services.

BECOME A LOCAL REPRESENTATIVE If your hobby requires specialised tools, material or equipment, why not try to act as a local representative for a supplier? You can then sell to fellow hobbyists and earn some cash. You don’t need to rent a retail space – you can always use a spare room at home as a mini-distribution centre.

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GIVING TALKS If you are passionate enough about your hobby, try and convince people to pay you in order to speak about it. Target circles which have regular meetings and require a speaker for each meeting. They might have a budget to fund a speaker.

Unless you’re a celebrity you won’t make a living out of this.

However, it can be enough to pay the costs of your own hobby or simply ease the burden of bills.

LEAD GROUPS If you have the necessary training, you may generate an income by being willing to lead a group. Hobbies such as rock climbing, kayaking, fishing and scuba diving may require those interested to want to travel to different places. If you are enthusiastic about arranging such trips, you can even subsidise your own travels.

On the other hand, if travelling is not involved, it’s still possible to gain discounts on supplies, equipment, or the use of a venue.

BARTER YOUR OWN PRODUCTS AND SKILLS Money is not the only currency in the hobby business – consider bartering your skills and time with things that you need. Here, social networking comes in handy. Of course, this can work well with other individuals and local businesses, but typically not with bigger corporations.

MAKE GIFTS Now that Christmas is fast approaching, why not craft original gifts and create a niche market. Handmade and unique gifts are more fun. Many people appreciate handmade gifts and the person receiving it may even value it more than a merchandised one. Examples might include quilts, scarves, hats, painting, pottery, jewellery, photographs and much more. It might not be enough as an income stream but every drop counts.

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Fashion

THE SCHOOL OF FASHION We are all familiar with the dreaded sound of the alarm clock going off early in the morning. And yet we all have to wake up bright and early, five days a week, to dutifully head towards our jobs. Four primary school teachers tell Daniela Brockdorff how they manage to look good at 8am, ready for quite a handful of kids.

Photos by Chris Sant Fournier.

From left: Lorraine Zammit, Josepha Spiteri, Gabrielle Govus and Silvana Losco Padovani

GABRIELLE GOVUS Being a mum of two young boys, I really have to wake up early to get myself ready before my husband actually wakes the boys up. We have a strict routine in our home and individual duties in order to manage to get ready and set in no more than an hour. I usually wake up first, pop in the shower and rush out to the kitchen to prepare breakfast and get the lunches and bags ready. Usually, I also manage to get myself dressed by this time but I would still have my hair in a mess and no shoes and make-up on.

When all is set – bags behind the door and kids having breakfast – I rush back to my room to finish off what I would have started earlier on. I focus on my make-up and hair while trying to answer a range of questions shouted from the other side of the house. These may vary from “Ma! Can I take this toy to school?” to “Ma! I don’t like this breakfast, may I have something else?” This is my typical morning scenario. As soon as I’m done, I grab my shoes and rush back to the kitchen where there’s usually a lovely mess waiting for mummy.

I like to have my clothes readily prepared from the night before – otherwise I might get really frustrated in the morning, not knowing what to wear. This is sure to start me off on the wrong foot. I’m a perfectionist by nature so I have my clothes all organised in three sets – my work clothes, my weekend clothes, and my day clothes. For me it’s a must never to alternate between these three sets and I try to keep a schedule on what clothes I wear. This might sound funny but I also tend to re-section my clothes: skirts and shirts for the first week, dresses for the second, trousers and shirts for the third, and a combination of the above for the fourth.

I always try to be fashionable as much as possible and usually I tend to go for a smart-casual look which gives me comfort but which makes me feel good walking out of the house. And whenever I’m having a bad morning – we all do – I usually go for a plain black dress that does not accentuate my negative points. I also believe that shoes are the cherry on the cake to a lovely outfit so I just put on a nice pair of shoes, grab some jewellery and I’m out of the house, ready to kick off my day in a much better mood.

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SILVANA LOSCO PADOVANI

LORRAINE ZAMMIT

JOSEPHA SPITERI

My alarm goes off at 5am and one minute later I’m usually on my feet. Of course, I head downstairs for coffee – without this I would simply keep orbiting without ever landing. I then switch on my computer and go on Facebook to fix my plants on Monster World – I have this ongoing challenge with my daughter who keeps trying to beat me in points. Three or four times a week I even go for an hour’s walk with my husband and my dog, and if we don’t I spend this time watering my real plants in the garden.

I usually wake up at around 6am but I always spend a few minutes in bed deciding what to wear. Physically rummaging through my wardrobe takes more time so once I manage to put an outfit together which looks nice in my head I get up, head to the shower and get dressed. Then it’s time for make-up and jewellery. Earrings – which sometimes I wear to reflect the mood I’m in – are a big must together with watch and sunglasses.

I’m not a shoe person and I only have a few pairs – black and brown mostly – and I choose a pair quickly, preferably flat ones for comfort. Then hair and perfume, and I’m ready.

My morning ritual starts at 5.30am, in the kitchen, with coffee. With some caffeine in my veins I can then start to prepare myself for school – this usually takes me around 45 minutes in all.

Ironing my clothes for the day comes next in line. I plan my outfit from the night before so I don’t have to think about what to wear in the morning. I weigh myself daily and have a good talk with myself about what potentially made me gain weight. I then shower and get dressed while listening to some music and then I sit at my dressing table to apply some face cream (which is a must, otherwise I’m in a bad mood all day) and some basic make-up. Perfume, blow-dryer, tongs, clips, brushes and jewellery follow. I then fix myself another coffee and leave for school.

Truthfully speaking, I don’t actually consciously strive to be fashionable. In fact, I stick to conservative colours and, even though I love them, I only wear heels occasionally. I love sportive wear and gym shoes but these must strictly never be shabby. Moreover, I do like to be smart at all times and I simply love wearing suits.

My suggestion is to always have a smart dress readily ironed and handy, paired with a nice pair of black heels for whenever you’re in a rush. When I’m desperately in a hurry I just slip into such a dress – knee length, slim fitting – clip my hair up and I’m ready in five minutes. I love this kind of look.

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When it comes to clothes, my favourite outfits include pastel-coloured jeans or linen trousers matched with smart tops and blouses with patterns or designs in various bright colours.

I always strive to be fashionably comfortable – comfort is essential when working with children. Added to this, when I make an effort to looking fashionable without losing that comfortable edge, I believe it has a positive impact on the children. A comfortable and trendy look transmits confidence, energy, will power and assertiveness. If teachers can manage to communicate these characteristics simply by walking into the classroom first thing in the morning, they have already won over their young audience and are therefore definitely on the right track.

To look good when in a hurry, stick to a routine. Think of what to wear while still in bed or showering, put on minimal but critical make-up, keep what I call crisis jewellery that matches with everything, and keep everything in order so you find something when you want it.

First I shower then I start choosing my clothes – if I see that I’m unable to decide I put on make-up first while thinking about the clothes, accessories and shoes that I could wear. My makeup is mostly natural so I’d have no problem with matching it with whatever clothes I then choose to wear. Still, I believe make-up is quite essential.

It’s nice to have a glowing look in the morning instead of a face which spells: ‘I’ve just woken up!’

“LOOKING GOOD IN THE MORNING PUTS ME IN A MUCH BETTER MOOD.” What I find useful is having all my tops hanging in a row – I can then just choose one and match it with jeans or trousers. There are certain things in my wardrobe which I consider musthaves – these are simple things which help me complete my outfit like denim and black trousers. I also have essential accessories to match with whatever outfit I might be wearing.

I love fashion – who doesn’t? However, as I work with kids, I need to wear comfortable clothes that allow me to move freely. Still, I do my best to be fashionable each day. Looking good in the morning puts me in a much better mood and gets me motivated for the day.

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Belts, beanies and layering – there, you’ve got this season sorted out, says Kira Drury.

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The best way to update your look on a budget this autumn is to invest in a few belts. Get a good selection of colourful, studded and chunky belts. This season’s catwalks were inundated with waist-cinches. Accentuating the waistlines is super flattering to all body types – it’s all about showing off those ladylike curves. Another great way to work this trend is with a simple ribbon – tie around your fave’ little black dress for an instant revamp. Get belting girls.

Keep connected Don’t forget to check out my Facebook page www.facebook.com/ stylememalta. It’s full of fashion inspiration, advice and tips.

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Layering It’s that time of the year – one minute it’s warm, then cold, then the sun is out in the morning and by afternoon we’re splashing about in a thunderstorm. This can play havoc on our wardrobes, not to mention the style stakes. The only way to combat this fashion predicament is to fight back with layering.

Start with a base and build on it – a pair of jeans, plus a vest, plus a shirt and finish off with a jacket.

Remove layers accordingly. Have fun and contrast colours while mixing textures and prints. Us 1 – Weather 0.

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Style

Beanie love Blonde ambition With this season’s return of grunge, we also embrace the return of the always-comfy beanie hat. This of-themoment trend has been spotted on catwalks and stylish celebs like our beloved Riri – that’s Rihanna to those not in the know and the gorgeous Taylor Swift. Super easy to wear, as well as super cosy, add it to your shopping list pronto.

Check out the lovely Keira Knightley on the cover of W Magazine with a radical new look – she’s gone blonde. Keira is the face of the 2000s in the special 40th anniversary issue of the influential style publication. For her cover appearance she wore a Chanel braided tweed jacket and luxurious white gold, ruby and diamond earrings.

Feel the desire At the grand opening of Boux Avenue at the Plaza, Sliema, guests were treated to wine, sushi and a tantalising sweet display set up by Candylicious. This new lingerie store on Level 3 at the Plaza is the first Boux Avenue store in Malta.

Recently launched in the UK in April 2011, Boux Avenue specialises in stylish lingerie, nightwear, swimwear and accessories, with an eye for detail and gorgeous designs. A year later, Boux Avenue is already setting up its international business with a store in Reykjavik, Gibraltar and now Malta.

Richard Aquilina, Boux Avenue UK’s franchise director with Maltese roots, was present for the Sliema opening. Addressing the guests, Mr Aquilina announced he felt confident that the Malta outlet would be a big hit. He was also pleased to be collaborating with Mr Ben Arpa and his team. Boux Avenue is a luxurious shopping haven where every woman is made to feel desirable no matter the shape, age or size. The store features a chic monochrome design with lingerie cleverly displayed and three different light settings in the fitting rooms that emulate day, dusk and night.

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WHAT’S YOUR PATTERN? From baroque and traditional to florals and monochrome, FM finds this season’s patterns.

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Are you after a vintage look? Then go for mod geometric looks. Are you more of a traditional girl? Then stripes, checks and geometric prints are your thing.

Feeling sexy? There’s nothing hotter than Oriental motifs.

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Tapestry Inspired by folk art, tapestry patterns are one of the hottest trends this season – they are both intricate and chunky in texture, which make for a lovely crafted stitch look. For a richer version, go for the brocade effect.

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This season is very busy with patterns and prints. The A/W 2012 catwalks in New York, London, Milan and Paris proposed easy-to-wear graphic and monochrome designs as well as rather more complex florals, baroque and leopard prints and patterns. There was also the return of more traditional houndstooth as well as a colourful nod to 1960s inspirations.

Swinging Sixties The 1960s and the 1980s are two decades with which fashion falls in love, over and over again. This season, the Swinging Sixties are very much present on the catwalk, with wallpaper-inspired prints, bold geometric repeats, stripes and mod geometric looks. Get swinging.

Stripes and checks They are the most basic of patterns, and yet stripes and checks can be used in an infinity of combinations.

Try mixing diagonal with horizontal patterns or go for overprint effects.

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Wear

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Trends

Calf hair and leather pumps

by Charlotte Olympia – we want them.

Rosie HuntingtonWhiteley wearing Gucci for the LACMA Art and Film Gala – beautiful.

Finally, we can layer to our hearts’ content.

Go East Luxurious fabrics and a delicate attention to detail makes Oriental fashion an intriguing prospect. This season, the East is present in brocaded silks, embroidered details, gold and metallic threads, and dragon and bird motifs. So seductive.

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Black and white So simple and yet so elegant – the black and white combo makes a welcome return with a flurry of patterns, from contrasting stripes to graphics and pattern clashes. There is also a hint of grey as well as minimal colour, such as in Basso & Brooke’s AW 12/13 collection, which serves as a beautiful contrast.

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Opening party of Suiteblanco at The Plaza, Sliema 1. Antoine Portelli, General Manager of Arkadia, saying a few words before the official opening of Suiteblanco.

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2. Group of fashion models from Supernova.

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3. Veronique Mizzi, board member of the Mizzi Organisation.

4. Fashion stylists Marisa Grima (left) and Gayle Zerafa Cutajar.

5. Brian Mizzi, Managing Director of Arkadia, with fashion stylist Carina Camilleri.

Trends

THE BEAUTIFUL SEASON FM looks forward to a change of weather to put on Lanvin’s Spring/Summer 2013 collection.

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f all’s well that ends well, Alber Elbaz’s spring show for Lanvin would have been a blockbuster. He closed with a line-up of little satin shifts – each in different vibrant colours coming and going – the two joined by surprise side panels of flashy beaded embroideries. The effect was chic and young, a modern kind of sexy for a woman who likes to look like she didn’t try too hard to look amazing, her pretence secured by a remarkably crafted dress.

That, according to Elbaz, is the essence of design. “What is design anyway? What is the definition of design?” he waxed philosophic during a preview. “I think it’s how to translate or not translate, how to transform one dimension to three dimensions, to take a piece of flat fabric and give it a shape. www.wwd.com Essays in black and white have been a theme ever since Marc Jacob’s show in New York, but no one has approached it as such a thoroughly personal exercise as Albert Elbaz.

“It was really looking at the classics. How to define them, inside and out,” he said.

The two things that eternally concern Elbaz are the cut of the fabric and how it can empower the women who wear his clothes to meet the multifarious demands of their lives. “I live with women. I am surrounded by women in my studio. I have a problem doing one idea for a show.” That in itself is a sign of progress this season.

Fashion is moving away from the limited, single-statement look – and it’s about time. What’s really riveting now is to see a real master technician who humanizes his work in a broad, inclusive sweep of thought about variety.

The proportions of the pantsuit were defined, refined, riffed on: with cropped bellhop jackets, or longer, sleeveless gilets, with asymmetric white lapels worked in with half-belts, tied in with Japanese obi-bows. The LBD came with deep-V necklines, slit at one side, cut as a bustier or detailed with an asymmetrical single sleeve, and side-tabs suggesting more of that minimal Japanese subtext. Then he stripped it down to the body, showing erotic swimsuit shapes under pants, and cutting a killer asymmetric halter dress, trailing to one side and suspended from a gold torque on Karlie Kloss.

But as every Lanvin addict appreciates, Alber Elbaz has a maximalist side too.

He gave it full vent in a sequence of chunky gold and silver crystal-embroidered suits and dresses, amped up further with jewelled neckpieces and chokers. But in between, there were moments of calm, too: a long, simple black silk column with flat sandals; a couple of black- and-white short-jacketed skirt suits that could do service at a summer wedding or in a boardroom. www.vogue.com

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The ability of fashion to enhance women’s sense of themselves, to grant them power and distinction was rarely more in evidence than in a particularly memorable runway show by Lanvin in Paris.

Carefully balancing a soupçon of the street – like cut off biker jackets – with couture cutting, Elbaz made a brilliant expression of tough chic in this spring 2013 collection staged in Paris on Thursday, September 27. It’s also instructive that in a season that heralds the debut of Hedi Slimane at Yves Saint Laurent, the house which first put women in men’s suits, that many designers are sending out their interpretation of a lady tuxedo.

Elbaz’s all were pretty sensational – from a micro collar bolero cut to a biker collar demanding babe version.

A glistening series of little black dresses exploding with silver bugles beads segued into bold evening looks – composed of turquoise, deep yellow and burnished copper dresses – part of the new darkness in spring colour plate Paris has thrown up. The designer’s sense of the telling detail was perfect – gold bands used as either amulets or snug belts, and a witty series of perfume bottle minis bags – an Arpege sack that referenced Lanvin’s most famous scent. www.fashionwiredaily.com

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WHAT WE KNOW ABOUT STYLE FM goes backstage at the photoshoot for the new Diet Kinnie campaign and meets Kinnie brand executive Yanika Mattei and winner of the ‘Be the Face of Diet Kinnie 2012’ Bettina Pace.

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Q: Tiffany Pisani, winner of the 2010 Britain’s Next Top Model, endorsed the last campaign for Diet Kinnie. Did that campaign set off the thinking for the ‘Be the Face of Diet Kinnie 2012’ campaign?

Q: What were your first thoughts when you were announced the winner of the ‘Be the Face of Diet Kinnie 2012’?

YM: Diet Kinnie has long been associated with the fashion and modelling industry locally and has supported several fashion events throughout the years. Teaming up with Tiffany Pisani felt like a natural partnership between two local icons.

We loved having Tiffany as part of the Diet Kinnie family. Following that campaign, we wanted to give young aspiring models who looked up to Tiffany the chance to have a similar experience.

Q: Did you get a good response for the ‘Be the Face of Diet Kinnie 2012’ competition?

YM: The response was overwhelming – there is so much potential out there. We would like to thank all participants and we hope to work with some of them in the near future.

Q: Will the ‘Be the Face of Diet Kinnie’ be an annual campaign?

YM: It’s hard to say with certainty what 2013 will bring. The market is constantly changing and Diet Kinnie, being a dynamic brand, adapts its strategies to reflect market requirements. We hope we’ll serve our loyal consumers with continuously refreshing ideas. Right now, we are excited to roll out our new campaign which showcases the winner of ‘Be the Face of Diet Kinnie 2012’. We hope our audience enjoys this too.

BP: I was very surprised. I didn’t really have time to think before my friends started calling me up to congratulate me – I couldn’t believe I had actually won the competition but I was definitely in the mood to celebrate.

Q: What made you decide to take part?

BP: I had followed the Diet Kinnie campaign endorsed by Tiffany and remember saying to myself, how exciting to be associated with one of Malta’s most well known brands. Kinnie has always been present at the dinner table at home so when I saw the ad on the bus stop I thought it would be fun to try and be part of the Kinnie family.

Q: Did you think you’d have a good chance of making it to the top?

BP: Not really to be honest, especially after I saw the huge response the competition attracted – so many people applied that I thought I didn’t stand a chance.

Q: How long have you been involved in the modelling industry?

BP: I have been modelling for about three years as I started taking part in fashion shows at quite a young age.

Q: What made you decide you wanted to model?

BP: There wasn’t really a decision to be made – I’ve always been interested in the fashion industry and saw modelling as a means of getting involved.

Q: What was the best part of winning the ‘Be the Face of Diet Kinnie’ competition?

BP: It’s hard to say as it has been an enjoyable experience throughout. Hearing my name being announced on television was such a surprise and it only got better from there – the shoot was such fun and I’m quite curious to see how everything turned out.

Q: How would you describe yourself?

BP: I have a strong character, am independent and would do anything for a laugh. My idea of fun is simply being around my friends, be it sprawled on a sofa or dancing in a club.

Q: What are your secret beauty tips?

BP: I am more of a wash-and-go type of girl so I don’t really have any tips to share. The only one that comes to mind is to try and be as natural as possible. I like to stick to a more effortless look. As for make-up, for me, less is more.

Q: What are your hobbies?

BP: Does shopping count?

Q: As a model, do you think that a healthy lifestyle is essential?

BP: Everyone benefits from a healthy lifestyle though I’d be lying if I said I lead one. Still, I try to eat at home rather than when I’m out, as fast food outlets can be quite tempting. Chocolate is my guilty pleasure though.

Also my friends and I are trying to motivate each other to join a gym but we still haven’t scheduled the first visit – until then, walking my dogs will have to do. I’d recommend trying to stick to a routine – that way it won’t take much effort to pencil in some sport during a busy day.

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A BEAUTIFUL INTRODUCTION Nathalie Abela’s first fashion shoot will not be her last.

Stylist: Kira Drury Clothes: The Doll’s House Photos: Nicky Scicluna How was your first modelling experience for The Doll’s House shoot?

It was a lovely experience. I must admit that when Kira (Drury) asked me to do the shoot, I wasn’t sure if I was a good choice as I had never modelled before.

However, during the shoot I felt very comfortable – it was very natural. I loved the Valletta setting and both Kira and Nicky (Scicluna) are very talented.

I’m very happy with the end result.

How did you feel in front of the camera?

I loved the instances when I would be just moving around naturally or simply playing with my hair, not realising Nicky was snapping photos.

Has this experience encouraged you to continue modelling?

I initially agreed to do the shoot as I’m very passionate about fashion design.

I’ve already completed a course in fashion design in Rome and I wish to further my studies in the future. I really enjoyed this experience and would most probably do it again should I get the opportunity.

How did your wardrobe look like when you were young?

It was definitely much smaller than it is now – it was a miniature version of what it is today. I’ve always loved fashion and my mother tells me I was always gifted at creating my own style and choosing my clothes. She always left it up to me to put together my outfits.

And how does it look like now?

It’s four times the size of my childhood wardrobe and overflowing. I love clothes and I keep my wardrobe updated with the latest trends and must-haves. I’m also very organised and this is reflected in my wardrobe – everything has its compartment, from day dresses, knits and skirts to shorts, tops, coats, trousers, leggings and evening dresses. This makes it easier to update it.

Nathalie Abela, 21, is reading architecture at the University of Malta and is in her final year.

NATHALIE’S WINTER WARDROBE “I’m currently giving my wardrobe a major update in the knits department.

This season, I’m also loving oriental prints and I look forward to updating my peplum collection with some wintery items.”

Do you plan your shopping or do you buy whatever you fancy?

When it comes to in-store shopping, I mostly limit myself to my two favourite shops. I try to control my impulse to buy everything I fancy by first checking what is available online and choosing my favourites before visiting the shops.

It doesn’t always work perfectly but it helps.

Do you stick to a budget or do you ignore price tags?

Sticking to a budget has never been one of my strong points. The price tag is the last thing I look at most of the time. But if I have to choose, for the sake of not overspending, I prefer one amazing and expensive item over quantity.

What are your current favourite wardrobe items?

My leopard drop back skirt, studded bracelets, everything peplum and my high-waist studded shorts.

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The latest collection by Pippa Toledo is a unique take on glamour.

What are the main inspirations for your new AW 12/13 collection?

Rich colour and luxurious textures are my main inspirations. I have designed a clothing line based on rich velvet and accents in lace. The clothes are simple yet chic and are the perfect base to be dressed up with a lovely piece of jewellery or a bag that makes the outfit really yours. Our bags and jewellery collection are also based on rich textures and vibrant colours.

What colour palette does the collection make use of?

The collection is all about simple yet striking statement pieces. Rich colours like fuchsia, pink, turquoise, lime, emerald green, mustard yellow and purple jazz up any outfit. On the other hand, greys and black in rich textures complement any outfit.

What kind of woman do you imagine wearing items from your AW 12/13 collection?

Any woman who can carry it. A woman of any shape and size. A woman who is after classy, elegant pieces that help bring out and portray her individuality.

Every piece in your collection is unique – how important is the unique factor in fashion?

Every item in our collection is unique. They are all individual, one-of-a-kind pieces. Malta is so small that I feel individuality is even more important than in other countries. If you are carrying a Pippa Toledo piece, you are carrying a unique piece – no one else will have the exact same thing.

What role do accessories have in your new collection?

Accessories are what make an outfit look great. They are what gives it that wow factor and makes it truly yours.

How glamorous is the new collection?

It’s very glamorous.

Which fashion designers inspire you?

Roberto Cavalli. Jean Paul Gaultier, Armani and Elie Saab are my favourite designers.

What is your next fashion-related project?

We have lots in the pipeline. I can only say that for now.

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S T R E E T STYLE Romina Farrugia banks on Zurich for good returns on street fashion.

Nicole Christoph How would you define your style?

I would say it’s easy and casual.

What colours will you be wearing this autumn? I will be wearing blues and browns.

Do you like this autumn’s trends?

I have a thing for scarves which lately seem to be very fashionable for men. They’re ideal to break up the seriousness of the dark colours I like to wear.

Who is your favourite fashion designer? Diesel and Tommy Hilfiger.

How would you define your style?

I would call it sporty dramatic.

What colours will you be wearing this autumn? I will be wearing light colours to contrast with the grey weather.

Do you like this autumn’s trends?

I like the sporty trend and I also like to wear big, wooly cardigans.

Who is your favourite fashion designer? I don’t have a favourite fashion designer but I loved the Stella McCartney for Adidas collection from a few years back.

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Jasmine How would you define your style? I like to mix between easy-going and chic – it makes me feel comfortable yet stylish.

What colours will you be wearing this autumn?

Definitely red. I came shopping today in the hope of finding a red scarf.

Do you like this autumn’s trends?

I haven’t looked much at this autumn’s fashion but I know that printed pants are definitely in and I’m loving them.

Who is your favourite fashion designer?

Michael Kors.

Frejdie How would you define your style? I would say classic and easy combined with punk.

What colours will you be wearing this autumn? Red and black.

Do you like this autumn’s trends?

I’m not really interested in keeping up with fashion. I like to get myself classic items that stand the test of time.

Who is your favourite fashion designer? Karen Millen when I can afford it.

How would you define your style? I would say that I have a globetrotter style because if I look at what I’m wearing today my clothes are from all over the world.

What colour will you be wearing this autumn? Blue.

Do you like this autumn’s trends?

Men’s fashion is always quite the same so I don’t bother much about being fashionable.

Who is your favourite fashion designer? I love John Galliano.

As for sunglasses I wear Krass, such as this pair I’m wearing.

Martina How would you define your style?

I like to mix and match different colours as well as plain and patterned clothes.

What colours will you be wearing this autumn?

Green and orange.

Do you like this autumn’s trends? I don’t really follow fashion but at this time of year I like to wear short dresses over thick, coloured tights and pair them with high heeled ankle boots.

Who is your favourite fashion designer? I like Louis Vuitton for bags and Jimmy Choo for shoes.

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The Budget Queen

Budget Queen

Lara Boffa is allergic to oranges.

She’s an interpreter, wants a pet dog, can play the piano and is lost in six languages. She runs her own fashion blog at www.boffism.blogspot.com

IN GILDED GLORY Lara Boffa rocks this season’s baroque trend.

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ndoubtedly, the baroque trend is a challenging one to pull off if you happen to be a minimalist like myself. Its theatrical and opulent nature is miles away from the simple, clean pieces that usually inhabit my comfort zone. However, since I tend to like challenges and have also had an innate fascination with 17th century Versailles, I decided to explore uncharted territory and channel my inner Marie Antoinette.

With its heavily ornamental style and luxurious textiles, the baroque trend is not only a feat for a minimalist, but also for any fashionista struggling to makes ends meet. Baroque is all about exaggeration, excess, exuberance and decadence – all aspects that hardly live harmoniously with the average budgetconscious bank account. Hefty prices are a given when purchasing quintessential baroque fabrics like brocade, velvet or jacquard. How can you dress like royalty without paying a royal price?

Both minimalists and budget buyers should start easing themselves into the trend by opting for baroqueinspired accessories. As I always like to say, accessories are essential if you are trying to be austere with your purchases. Think of adding a pair of statement gold earrings, preferably with a luxurious, gilded feel, to a plain monochrome outfit. You can also scout your handbag collection for a tapestry print bag or else you can always try and look for a pair of tapestry print loafers. I have seen so many of these out in the stores recently and most of them are below the €20 mark.

Are you in a particularly playful mood? Then add a pair of lace socks to your everyday skater dress and brogues outfit. If you want to draw inspiration from the runways, then look out for embellished headbands – or make one yourself – and wear them with slicked back hair like the models at the Dolce & Gabbana AW 12/13. Accessories are investment pieces that can help you add that extra accent without breaking the bank.

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HOW CAN YOU DRESS LIKE ROYALTY WITHOUT PAYING A ROYAL PRICE? A second suggestion is to play with the typical baroque colour palette. Jewel tones, black, gold and dark metallics are basic baroque hues that can be easily mixed and matched to turn yourself into the ultimate baroque masterpiece. A favourite with people like myself, the pairing of classical baroque colours ensures that you make use of pieces that you can already find in your closet. Remember that black skater skirt you bought last year? I would pair it with an oxblood-coloured turtleneck and a gold belt for a good dose of decadence. You can also break these dark shades by adding a pop of crisp white, especially if it’s in lace.

One of my guilty pleasures is playing with textures and fabrics, especially during the colder months. Typical baroque fabrics incline towards the more expensive side, but that doesn’t mean you cannot work your way towards snatching a jacquard or velvet piece. The trick is to prepare your best puppy eyes and ask one of your older relatives for one of her vintage velvet or brocade dresses. If that fails, hit your local charity shop – you are bound to find something along those lines.

Just make sure you combine your baroque piece with modern tailoring and 21st century details to ensure you aren’t being too outdated or costumey.

I was really surprised to find out that I didn’t even have to spend a single penny to try the baroque trend. Everything was in my closet already. Who said ‘baroque’ and ‘broke’ were synonyms?

My name is Bond

The exclusive launch of the new James Bond Fragrance.

Alexandra Tabone Ferrante and Joanna Salomone pose with the James Bond impersonator complete with his James Bond girl at the exclusive launch of the new James Bond Fragrance which took place at the InterContinental Malta.

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Robert Shaw and Adrian Shaw snapped next to the beautiful Aston Martin which was part of the exclusive launch of the new James Bond Fragrance.

The launch was followed by a first viewing of the new James Bond movie Skyfall.

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Be confident

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Mediterranean beauty From the Mediterranean, epicentre of harmonies and contrasts, the classic fragrance is reborn, embodying the essence of the Dolce & Gabbana woman – passionate, sensual and maternal. This fragrance epitomises the style of Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana, who have made Mediterranean beauty a global icon: a perfect synthesis between innate love for tradition and a natural yearning for the contemporary. This is the Dolce&Gabbana DNA. The new Dolce & Gabbana Pour Femme begins with notes of neroli, raspberry and tangerine leading to the heart of jasmine and orange blossom, over the base of marshmallow, vanilla, sandalwood and heliotrope.

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The essence of seduction Antonio Banderas presents Her Secret, the female version of the 2010 male fragrance The Secret. The fragrance is inspired by little secrets of female seduction that transcend time. Her Secret is the essence of seduction, a mysterious and secret potion. The composition blends essences that are most associated with legends of female seduction, such as cinnamon, pepper, tuberose and vanilla. The fragrance is available as 50 and 80ml eau de toilette, body lotion and deodorant spray.

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Last Word her unique talent for being consistently relevant in all that she does.

Q: Were you excited to work with Nicolas Winding Refn?

A: I am a huge fan of his.

Working with him was a great experience. He has a brilliant mind that allows him to tell stories in an abstract way. You never know where his stories come from. He is timeless like Gucci Premiere.

Q: What do you think about the name of the fragrance, Premiere?

A: Gucci Premiere represents a moment, whether it’s on the red carpet or a big night out with loved ones.

B E I N G L I V E LY

She’s the Gossip Girl star and the new face of Gucci.

Blake Lively shares her beauty secrets with FM. Q: What was your first reaction when you were approached to be the face of Gucci Premiere?

A: I was honoured. Gucci is such an iconic brand – it’s not every day that you are asked to represent a brand with that kind of history and heritage. It’s a brand that has been represented and associated with people who have left an everlasting mark in popular culture.

Q: This is a huge collaboration between one of the world’s biggest fashion brands and you – what do you think this will bring to your career in the future?

A: The wonderful thing about my job is that I get to do many things simultaneously – it’s always a creative rollercoaster ride that teaches you many things and keeps you growing as an artist. But whether it’s acting or fashion, it’s always important to be true to yourself and do what makes you happy.

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Q: What did you find interesting about the concept of Premiere?

A: The campaign is very much a celebration of the golden age of Hollywood. It’s not meant to be a specific decade or period, but a reflection of Hollywood at its best.

The woman that we are representing in this campaign is a timeless woman in her strongest most powerful form.

Q: Who is your heroine of the 1950s and 60s glamour?

A: She is a wonderful example of what a Gucci Woman is all about She was stronger than any man on screen, yet she was sensual, feminine and elegant at the same time. I also admire Grace Kelly and Audrey Hepburn.

Q: What can you tell us about Frida Giannini?

A: Frida is incredibly talented but also very down to earth and hands on. Her work ethic is probably only outdone by

Q: Do you change your fragrance preferences based on your mood or your time of day?

A: Usually I wear lighter fragrances during the day and a stronger one at night.

What is remarkable about Gucci Premiere is that it strikes the perfect balance between the soft and strong notes, masculine and feminine. The orange blossom and the leather add weight to it. It’s a powerful fragrance.

Q: Have any other people influenced fragrance choices that you’ve made in your life?

A: Yes, my mum. She always had a different fragrance at different moments in her life and it was always so attractive because it was so “her” – it was her signature.

Q: Do you have any favourite or great fragrance memories?

A: I remember the way my mother smelled when I was little. She always used aquanet hairspray. Whenever I smell it all the memories of my childhood come rushing back.

I feel once you associate a fragrance to a memory it stays with you forever.

Q: Can you finish this sentence: For me fragrance is…

A: Empowering.

Q: What does beauty mean to you?

A: Beauty is about being yourself. When I have too much make-up on I feel like I am wearing a mask. It’s about balance.

Q: Who in your life who has influenced your beauty routine?

A: My mum was my hero.

She always came up with these crazy home remedies. I remember she would put oil on the bottom half of her long blond hair so when she used shampoo it would prevent the ends from drying out. She was and still is a very resourceful and smart woman.

Q: Are there any make-up or hair items that you won’t leave your house without?

A: I always wear mascara and lip-gloss.

Q: How do you keep your skin looking so great?

A: Honestly the best thing for me is washing with salt water. So just take me on lots of vacations by the sea and my skin is good. Take me to Maldives – that’s my skin secret.

Q: What do you like about being an actress and being a face for a fragrance campaign like Premiere?

A: It’s great to work with Gucci. As an actress, I am on a show that has a lot of fashion and provides access to many fashion lines, so it was really important that I personally connected with a brand I would represent. It had to be something that I was proud to be a part of, something that I believed in.

Q: Do you prefer to play the good girl or the bad girl?

A: I am drawn to characters that are very different from myself. I love a challenge.

Q: If you had another job other than acting, what would you be doing?

A: I would be a chef as I love to cook and eat. One day I want to open a restaurant.

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