Caribbean Runway Issue 2 by Mark Wallace Designs

AUGUST 2014

POP UP SHOPS The New Craze

Super Easy Mango Recipies

Runway TRENDS

Makeup

Must Have

Ultimate Weekend

Wine Guide Decorate Your Home

Fusing Outdoor Elements With Indoor Spaces

2014

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Contents

Caribbean RUNWAY

VOLUME 1 ISSUE 2 AUGUST 2014

ON THE COVER

BEAUTY

10 Runway Trends 2014

32 Drab to Fab

28 Pop Up Shops The New Craze

34 Makeup For The Many Shades Of Women: Black | Up Paris

30 Makeup Must Have 52 Super Easy Mango Recipes 56 Ultimate Weekend Wine Guide 63 Decorate Your Home Fusing Outdoor Elements With Indoor Spaces

FASHION 12 UTT’s 2014 Fashion Week 14 Swim Style Tips & Tricks

37 Beauty Feature Making and Changing Faces: The Beauty of Arlene Villarule 42 Editor’s Picks Beauty Checklist 44 8 Reasons To Get A Repechage Facial

47 Quick & Easy Healthy Hair Tips 49 5 Most Effortless Hairstyles

LIFESTYLE

17 Flattering Frames: Choosing The Perfect Sunglasses

58 Cake Extraordinaire Michelle Sohan Produces Edible Art

18 This Season’s HOT List

62 DIY Home Décor Project

19 Fashion Feature Resort Wear: Trinbagonian Designers Behind The Seams

65 Books

51 Eat. Drink. Shop Trinidad Style

Fashionista in you

66 Getting To Know Actress Verena Siblal 68 Entertainment TV Series - The Honest Honestest Truth 69 Ask Michelle Relationship Advice 101 70 Fitness Beach Body Workout 74 Caribbean Runway Launch

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46 DIY Facials

16 DIY Fashion Use Your Sarong For More Than Just A Cover-up!

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POP UP SHOPS

The New Craze

Super Easy

Mango Recipies

Runway TRENDS

2014

Makeup

Must Have

Ultimate

Weekend

Wine Guide Decorate Your Home

Fusing Outdoor Elements With Indoor Spaces

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COVER CREDITS Model: Jessica Mohammed Creative Direction: Mercedes Dianna Boodoo Photography: Damian Luk Pat Shirt Dress: Adrian Foster Designs Jewellery: Artisan Jewellery by RED FIRE INNOVATIONS LTD Belt: Stylist Styling: Stephanie Ramlogan Makeup: Sarah Benjamin Paul Hair: Tanja Banduwong

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Dear Caribbean RUNWAY readers, We are very excited to share our second issue with you. It is packed with functional fashion and makeup advice for the vacation season. We have beefed up our food section by adding daring new recipes, included an easy guide to decorating your home with interior décor expert, Toni Crockett and we explore the latest news in the TV and Film industry. Have you ever heard the term “resort wear” and thought it was for the travellers; the jet setters who wine and dine in exclusive vacation destinations wearing these ensembles in upscale tropical resorts? Well, that is no longer the perception of “resort wear”. Because of its light, breezy nature and easy fit, Caribbean people can wear resort wear anytime of the day and night. Designers are opting to make resort wear versatile and not just for lounging by the pool. If you don’t believe me, read our “Resort Wear Fashion Feature” p. 19 to 27. You will certainly have a resort wear piece in your closet in no time. Makeup has always been a fascination of mine because of its power to transform. There is a noticeable boost of confidence when a woman has had a makeover. I am always awed to see the before and after pics; the big reveal. No one has more experience in this process than my friend and make up mentor, noted Make Up Artist, Arlene Villarule. Read about how she has transformed makeup into a viable business in “Making and Changing Faces: The Beauty of Arlene Villarule”. p. 37 to 40. The “summer” time is here, the beach runs; vacation and mango season! Chef Jason Peru, in the article “Kitchen Flair” p. 52 to 55 shows us how to transform mangoes into dishes. Although we love our mango “chows”, there are many more things you can do with it. Be sure to try his recipes, they taste great and are very simple to execute. Enjoy!

Mercedes Dianna Boodoo Mercedes Dianna Boodoo EDITOR-IN-CHIEF mercedes@caribbean-runway.com @MercedesDianna Tell me what you liked or didn’t like and I’ll be sure to respond. Photography: Elise Romany of Aurora Studios TT Dress: J. Angelique Clothing Hair Accessory & Jewellery: Artisan Jewellery by RED FIRE INNOVATIONS LIMITED Styling: Stephanie Ramlogan Hair: Kerry Goberdhan of Salon Studio Makeup: Krysta Wallace

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CONTRIBUTORS

Credits

PUBLISHER: Mango Publishing Co. Ltd

PHOTOGRAPHER

Damian Luk Pat

Falling in love may be difficult for some. For Damian Luk Pat, it was love at first sight when it came to his

EDITOR-IN-CHIEF: Mercedes Dianna Boodoo

camera and photography. His true passion for the art and concept of photography inspired him to pursue the field on a more professional level. The unwavering devotion soon followed and became evident in his rapidly increasing portfolio. His undiluted determination and natural talent quickly got him noticed as one of Trinidad’s

CREATIVE DIRECTOR: Mercedes Dianna Boodoo

best event, portrait, wedding and commercial photographers. He has orchestrated numerous photo-shoots in-studio and outdoors focusing on high fashion, glamour and makeup artistry. Carnival band launches and other events soon followed as Damian’s reputation for his stellar work grew.

COPY EDITOR: Anelle Ramtahal

MAKEUP ARTIST

Sarah Benjamin Paul

PROOF READER: Sunita Maharaj

she specializes in airbrush, traditional

DESIGN EDITOR: Dale Ramtahal

A professional makeup artist of 5+ years,

makeup applications and sunless spray tans. Locally trained with Sacha Cosmetics

J. Angelique Clothing

and recently trained with international celebrity makeup artist Mario Dedivanovic (Kim Kardashian’s MUA) in NYC, Sarah is always expanding on new skills and trends in the makeup industry. She is known for her bridal airbrush makeup applications that create a flawless and long-lasting look (lasts over 16 hrs +).

STYLIST

Stephanie Ramlogan

Her passion to create beauty through fashion has survived through a Bachelor of Arts in Spanish Language two years at the Caribbean Academy of Fashion and Design, being mentored by Babatu Sparrow and training at the London College of Fashion for Personal Fashion Styling, she is 100% committed to using Style and

PHOTOGRAPHY: Aaron Alexis, Edison Boodoosingh, Eustace Dyer, Marlon James, Limett, Malcolm London, Damian Luk Pat, Dale Ramtahal, Elise Romany, Simply Runway, Shutterstock, Payton Jessus Smith, Lyden Thomas, Mark Wallace, David Wears

FASHION: Charu Lochan Dass, Janelle Angelique Forde, Adrian Foster, Rachel Rochford, Koral Beach Boutique, PiecesTT Jewellery, Nicole’s Family Boutique STYLING: Stephanie Ramlogan, Victoria deFreitas MAKEUP: Sarah Benjamin Paul, Krysta Wallace, Fashion Meets Face by Marisa HAIR: Tanja Banduwong, Kerry Goberdhan MODEL: Jessica Mohammed, Schmita Ramsaran

Fashion to communicate to women that they are all beautiful, unique and deserving.

HAIR STYLIST

Tanja Banduwong

After attaining her Master-craftsman degree from Pivot Point Germany - an

internationally recognized cosmetology school, with additional credits as a state certified colorist with a trainer’s license; Tanja Banduwong relocated to Trinidad & Tobago in 2010 to assume the position of Cosmetology Instructor at the local

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branch of the Pivot Point Academy. There she spent two years training dozens of aspiring students in the art form. In 2013 she joined the Oscar Francois Distribution Company as an Executive Technician, representing their line of professional hair products. Due to her renowned skill sets, Tanja has become

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one of the most highly sought after hairstylists on the island, who has been featured on the cover of major trade magazines and newspapers.

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FASHION

Fashion

Runway Report

Sporty Chic

All the major fashion capitals are trending this sport inspired look with racer-front necklines and clean angular stripes.

2014â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Biggest Caribbean Trends

BELOW Designer: Lisa Seetai RIGHT Designer: Delia Alleyne FAR RIGHT Designer: Romero Bryan Photography: David Wears

by Stephanie Ramlogan

Whole Wide Whirl

Full floor length skirts are major right now, whether it be in casual cotton or luxurious silk chiffon. Fairy God Mothers are working overtime giving us all our Cinderella moments this Summer.

Designer: Adrian Foster Photgraphy: Eustace Dyer

ABOVE Designer: DLR Designs RIGHT Designer: The Cloth Photography: David Wears

*Photos courtesy Simply Runway for Runway Shift and David Wears for Tobago Fashion Weekend

Designer: Lisa Seetai Photography: Eustace Dyer

RIGHT Designer: The Cloth LEFT Designer: BCO Style and Design Studio FAR LEFT Designer: Wadada Movement Photography: David Wears

BELOW Designer: BCO Style and Design studio RIGHT Designer: Romero Bryan Photography: David Wears

Scorched!

We have been experiencing a particularly hot dry season this year, and the runways have been coloured to match. Firey colours like red, and super saturated shades of yellow and orange are everywhere.

Tropi-kissed

Every Spring /Summer we expect to see florals, so there is no surprise that they are a huge trend for 2014. Caribbean designers are mixing all sorts of flowery prints, with emphasis on vibrant tropical flora.

*Photos courtesy Simply Runway for Runway Shift and David Wears for Tobago Fashion Weekend

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UTT’s by Mercedes Dianna Boodoo

The Caribbean Academy of Fashion Design held its annual UTT Fashion Week from June 14th to 22nd at the Hilton Hotel, Grand Ballroom in Trinidad which commemorated CAFD’s 10th Anniversary in the region. For its finale, CAFD’s graduating students from the Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) degree in Fashion Design each presented a collection of six looks adhering to the theme, “Beyond Limits.”

2014 Fashion Week

Student Designer: Shanice Alexander “Nebula Space Age”

Student Designer: Genieve Prescod “Tenebras Circum”

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The Senior Thesis Fashion Show allowed the students to showcase their talent in front of the top names in the industry. Some of CAFD’s past students also showed their recent collections as a part of the CAFD Alumni Fashion Showcase. This included women’s wear designers; Delia Alleyne with “Save the Buccoo Reef” and Noor Agha’s “The Maasai Collection.” Here are some stunning pieces...hope you enjoy.

Student Designer: Ritchell Goindoo “Masquerade” Student Designer: Shanice Alexander “Nebula Space Age”

Photography by Payton Jessus Smith

Student Designer: Annecia Moore “The Bustle Era”

Designer: Delia Alleyne

Student Designer: Genieve Prescod “Tenebras Circum”

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Designer: Anicia Brooks “Nubia”

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Fashion & Features

Swim Style Tips & Tricks

veryone feels somewhat insecure in a swimsuit. As the midmonths roll in, the sunny holiday months get us worrying about the gym and getting our bodies bikini-ready. Lucky for us there are some easy styling tricks we can use that will instantly give us that sexy silhouette.

We visited the gorgeous Koral Beach Boutique (West Mall, Trinidad) to find a varied assortment of flattering looks.

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Skip a few crunches and opt for stylish one piece looks that have a built in tummy-control panel. These hold you in without sacrificing comfort. Styles like this, with three front panels and line patterns that direct the eye to the centre of the body, create the optical illusion of a smaller waist and a slender torso. Swimsuit: Ondademar Ring: Ana CarolinaValencia

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Use the deceptive tricks of light to create volume up top! Glittery beading and reflective sequins on bikini tops emphasise a bust-line and can add a cup size to your look.

Swimsuit: Agua Clara

For a Curvier Shape

Any horizontal lines across the body act like a measuring tape. Thick solid bands of colour, especially in lighter hues, visually add width. Bikini bottoms with defined waistbands, held together with pronounced buckles, ruffles or ties, accentuate hips and therefore create killer curves.

Swimsuit: Estivo Gold Hairpin: Pajarolimon Necklace and Ring: Ana Carolina Valencia

The Best Swim Wear Brands & Resort Collection. Exquisite Selection of Locally Hand Made Jewelry, Along with wonderful Beach accessories including Kaftans, Hats, Bags, Surf Pants, Beach wraps. Making it your

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Spring/Summer 2015 runways have been showing us tonnes of mid-century looks, from pleated tea-length skirts to full coverage, high-waisted bikini bottoms. The trick is in the fit. They should hug the tiniest part of your body and fit smoothly over your hips, with the leg holes being snug but not tight. Darker colours look best when it comes to creating the look of a super small waist, flat tummy and round hips.

Our Locations:

Swimsuit: Agua Clara

Shirvan Plaza #6, Shirvan Road Tobago W.I. Tel: 868.631.1671

Falls at West Mall #126,Westmoorings Trinidad W.I. Tel: 868.633.0919

Koral Beach Boutique

@Koralbeachboutique

Koral Beach Boutique has two branches; The Falls West Mall, Trinidad and Shirvan Plaza, Tobago. We extend special thanks to Marcia Young for allowing us to play dress up in her fabulous space, and for providing us which some truly exquisite swimwear and accessories. and Lighting: Aaron Alexis | Assistants: Jerome Gosine and Giovanni Santos 14Photography AUGUST 2014

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DIY FASHION Use Your Sarong For More Than Just A Cover-up! by Daniela Nandlal

Ladies it’s the season for gorgeous swimsuits, sun block, sunglasses and great company! If you’re excited as we are then we know you will be heading to the beaches to soak up some sun, and salty goodness. It’s exactly why we’ve created this DIY guide to help you add some flair into your already fabulous beachwear, using only a sarong. How exciting is that?

Oblong

Square

This shape has an Interjacent line. They are longer than they are wide with the forehead and jaw width about equal. If this is you, try slightly oversized cat-eye frames that add width at your temples and distract from a long chin.

Angular in line, this face shape is characteristic of a balanced width and length proportion. The forehead and jaw ``dimension. If this is you, try angular Wayfarers that match the size of your face.

If you don’t already own a sarong, (sometimes called a pareo, urong, kanga, or lungi) you may want to invest in one since there are many benefits to it. Not only are they beautiful and an essential beach accessory but it can also be worn in various ways. Chances are whatever your signature beach look is; it can be created using a sarong. However it takes a bit of the three P’s: Practice, Patience and Perseverance to perfecting the ‘art of tying a sarong.’ Here are some stylish examples with SIMPLE guidelines for making the best out of your sarong.

Toga Style

Strapless Dress

Sarong Dress

Sarong Shorts

1. Wrap the sarong around the back and place both ends in the center of the chest.

1. Wrap the sarong around the back and bring both ends in the middle of the chest.

1. Wrap the sarong around the back and place both ends in the center of the chest.

1. Wrap the sarong around your waist and tie a knot in the back.

2. Next, wrap one corner all the way around your body and place it underneath the opposite arm. Pull the corner over the back of the shoulder.

2. Gather the two edges in front of your chest and tie the edges together in a double knot against the bust, allowing the extra fabric to cascade down. Creating a lovely, flowing strapless dress.

2. Twist the edges and place over the head. Tie it around the neck to secure it.

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However if you would like to show a bit more skin by wearing a pair of shorts, you can turn your sarong into that as well. Don’t believe us? Follow the arrow.

2. Gather the bottom ends of the skirt and pass between your legs 3. Tie the ends in the front. That’s all to it! It may take some experimenting before you find your preferred style using your sarong but that’s okay. Just remember to have fun while doing it!

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Flattering Frames: Choosing The Perfect Sunglasses

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Round

This is a curvilinear shape with the forehead being the widest part, tapering to a soft round chin. If this is you, try wearing classic aviators that complement wide cheekbones and a narrow chin.

Typically the width of the face is 2/3 of the length of the face, with the cheeks being the widest part. Accentuate the natural curvilinear line of the face while balancing the width of your cheeks with sunglasses that are rounded but widest at the brow.

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ace shape is determined by line. They can be angular (straight lines), curvilinear (rounded lines) or Interjacent (having both curved and angular lines).

When looking at faces we also examine the width proportion of the forehead, cheek and jawline. Combining these features creates a formula that helps stylists determine the accessories and hairstyles that best complement the individual. The idea is to match the natural line of the face with similar lines in the accessory, and to balance the overall width of the face by evening out proportions.

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BIG Sunglasses Trend for 2014

No matter what pair suits you best, everyone can app ly the biggest look for 2014 shades; mirrored lenses! The daring and slig htly alien-esque look adds edge to any outfi t and with a touch of the 199 0s.

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FASHION FEATURE

Fashion

This Season’s HOT List

by Neha Dawar

Show Those Long Legs

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1940’s Glam is back

Wide leg trousers are great this season. It’s loose and comfy for hot days but keeps you cov ered for the rainy ones as well. Th ey are the new maxis. Pair it with a light contrasting colour shirt, a cross bag clutch and a simple watch for a pol ished fashion statement. When worn with high heels you would be sur prised as to how it elongates you r figure.

Designer Richard Cha i’s Spring 2014 Collection at Merced es-Benz Fashion Wee k, Lincoln Center, NYC

Resort Wear: Trinbagonian Designers Behind The Seams

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Resort wear or “cruise wear” has always been synonymous with the Caribbean region. Although the style was originally marketed to affluent customers who live the life of a “yachtie” or vacation in regions with warm climates, it is now becoming a signature clothing style; marketed by many designers and clothing stores throughout the globe. Trinidad and Tobago’s own Anya Ayoung-Chee took home the title prize in Project Runway Season 9 with a resort wear collection while veteran designers like Meiling and Claudia Pegus have stunned the region for years with their unique and colourful resort collections. We will now look at three upcoming Trinbagonian designers who are making a name for themselves on the local scene with resort wear.

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Designer: Adrian Foster

Adrian is no doubt an emerging force in the design world and will soon soar to great heights and we will be there every step of the way. We ended the interview with a fun Q&A segment and this is what he had to say:

Photography by Marlon James

CR: What is your definition of style?

Personal style! We all have that one fashion era, that type of texture, that colour, that one great fashion designer that we love dearly! Style is driven by what you love and what you know works for you!

Shirt Dress: Adrian Foster Designs | Jewellery: Artisan Jewellery by RED FIRE INNOVATIONS LIMITED | Belt: Stylist

making it into wearable art is where I see the juxtaposition.” His easy to wear collection of wrap skirts, cotton trousers and shirt dresses ranges from 65USD – 120USD and can be ordered online from his Facebook Page: AdrianfosterAF

CR: Name someone in the public eye who epitomizes style to you.

Adrian Foster

Stephanie Ramlogan! A fashion blogger and stylist in Trinidad. She understands fashion and its evolution and that’s what I believe is important. She knows her body; what works and what doesn’t.

Adrian Foster is a 24

year old fashion designer who is enthusiastic and passionate about the world of glamour and design. He views fashion as a means of communicating with the world around him and acquires great pleasure from seeing his finished products worn by people.

CR: What is your favourite fashion house and designer?

Balmain! Olivier Rousteing is the current Creative Director for the brand and I just love how he’s young and edgy. His fashion style brings the brand to life.

CR: Your favourite food and film?

He holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Fashion Design from the University of Trinidad and Tobago (UTT), but almost turned down the field due to the high cost of tuition abroad (where he initially hoped to study). The Caribbean Academy of Fashion and Design (CAFD) was able to give him an opportunity to follow his dreams locally. Upon entering the programme at UTT/CAFD Adrian was bombarded with the challenge of learning fast.

Food is easy for me, because I love to eat! East Indian dishes! Curry and Roti , the sweets, etc. I also love Italian menus and I try to make them myself from cookbooks. Film – I love emotional shows with good history behind it. Lol, I know! I’m a crier! LOL The Help, UP-the animated film, Life of Pi, Julie and Julia and I Am Sam.

“I only had the ability to sketch/illustrate. Apparel construction is where I struggled the most as a designer; understanding how to construct garments will enable a better understanding of how to create wearable designs. So using the machinery and working with fabrics was a challenge for me, but I overcame it.” His determination paid off and he was able to complete the programme and develop his unique signature as a designer, which includes minimalist style and silhouettes that are easy to wear, functional and versatile.

CR: Personal motto and last words.

“Work hard today to build a legacy for tomorrow” My last words are – Passion is everything! If you love what you do, making the sacrifice is sometimes easy. Set your goals, but do not stop once they are achieved. Never limit yourself. When you love what you do, others would too. For more info on Adrian Foster designs visit www.facebook.com/AdrianfosterAF

“I am deeply inspired by my rich culture and art. I love marrying the two – fashion and art, which for me, has no separation. The ability to create garments that are intensely artistically influenced by the story of the concepts, and

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Designer: Janelle Angelique Forde

Photography by Edison Boodoosingh

Dress: J. Angelique Clothing | Jewellery: Artisan Jewellery by RED FIRE INNOVATIONS LIMITED

wraps and summer dresses. “The Vanguard has a distinctive prow which influenced the shape of one of our bikinis. The items can be found on our website www.jangelique.com and prices range from 50USD-250USD”. Janelle is also skilled at a wide variety of designs and apparel; something she has worked hard towards accomplishing and is very proud of. “My team and I take pride in creating readyto-wear apparel for divas. We provide a wide range of wardrobe options, including formal wear, casual wear and swimwear.” Janelle is ready to take the fashion world by storm and Caribbean Runway will be there all the way to monitor her progress and excellence. We had a few questions for the talented designer about her life and work in our Q&A segment, and here’s what she had to say:

CR: What inspires you?

My self-motivation has always been intrinsic, so it is always hard to pinpoint exactly what inspires me. I am always determined to be the best at whatever I do. Growing up, my parents always provided the absolute best and paid special attention to quality, now I am motivated to be self-sufficient without sacrificing those qualities instilled in me.

Janelle Angelique Forde

CR: Who is your favourite designer?

My dear friend from the Philippines, Lord Maturan, currently tops my list. He is an exceptional designer who specializes in bridal wear.

Like Adrian, many other other local designers are producing quality collections.

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CR: What’s your favourite fashion programme (on TV)?

Janelle Angelique Forde, a Fashion Designer

I rarely watch TV.

and owner of J. Angelique Clothing. She started designing during her years at the University of the West Indies; participating in fashion shows held there, as well as several other local shows. After graduating in 2012, she decided to pursue a full time career in the field of fashion design. She also undertook a number of design courses at London College of Fashion and Central Saint Martins in London.

CR: Which model would you like to have wear your clothes? (Could be a local, regional, international, alive or deceased)

I have a thing for beauty queens, especially those who have excelled in their professional endeavours, so I’m always ecstatic to have Greer Iton (Medical Doctor) and recently, Leah Marville (Attorney-at-Law) in J. Angelique. Since I’ve already had Giselle Laronde-West, I would choose Wendy Fitzwilliam.

CR: Which accessory is a must to complete an outfit?

It’s between the statement neckpiece and the belt. It’s hard to choose just one. For more info on J. Angelique Clothing visit www.facebook.com/j.angeliqueclothing

Her most recent endeavour is Jin Forde Regatta; a line tailored to the glamourous life of a yachtie. The collection, which was inspired by the shape, size and characteristics of yachts features an array of pieces, including sensual bikinis, sexy whole pieces, glamourous

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Designer: J. Angelique

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Designer: Charu Lochan Dass

” Caribbean Runway Magazine had a chance to catch up with Charu and ask her a few fun questions (in spite of her hectic schedule).

CR: Who is your fashion idol? Audrey Hepburn

CR: Which runway event would you like to have your clothes displayed at and why?

(For example: Mercedes Benz Fashion Week, Paris Fashion Week etc.) All of the above since they are all international platforms where a designer can showcase and be noticed.

CR: Couture, or ready to wear? Ready to wear

CR: Favourite fashion movement? (Punk , Grunge, Heroine Chic, etc) Chic

CR: Do acid wash jeans deserve a comeback....like really?

They are already back and they seem to be a big hit

Charu Lochan Dass

White, long-sleeved shirt dress: Adrian Foster Designs | Bikini Top: J. Angelique Clothing | Shorts: Charu Lochan Dass Designs | Necklace: PiecesTT | Cuffs, Ring & Toe Rings: Artisan Jewellery by RED FIRE INNOVATIONS LIMITED

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For more info on CLD designs visit www. facebook.com/CLD-Charu-Lochan-Dass

Like Adrian and Janelle,

Charu Lochan Dass (CLD) is emerging as a force to reckon with in terms of fashion. She has a Degree in Fashion Design and Marketing from the London College of Fashion and has presented her collections at New York Fashion Week, CF Style St. Maarten, Creative TT’s Masquerade and BB Fashion Week.

She most recently received the honour of being asked to design the gowns for the Miss Trinidad and Tobago Universe Competition. “I create clothing that exhibit class, brilliance, beauty, elegance, sophistication, poise and sensuality. The pieces are classic yet sexy, therefore a great addition to a wardrobe that won’t become outdated”. Her most recent collection, “Resort 2014” features pieces that are easy to wear and can be accessorized to create different looks. “The fashion industry is growing and I hope for it to expand into international markets. 26 AUGUST 2014

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Fashion Buzz

featuring everything from an Easter egg hunt, to Easter-themed desserts by Sweet Tooth Cakery and Dulce Desserts. For this part-time project that’s fast becoming a full time job, the girls have begun mapping out their Pop Ups for the rest of the year.

The Pop Up Shop Experience by Ceola Belix

Previous invitees to the Team M Pop Up Shops have included knitwear designer Aisling Camps and Mark Eastman with his bowtie collection aptly titled “Dappered.” Replace from here with ‘The latest Team M Pop Up, or “Flash Sale” as they’ve begun referring to it, took place on July 6th at the shopping event Racked held at the Verandah Restaurant on Rust Street, St. Clair (Trinidad). Team M’s guest designer for this installment was accessory designer and artist Monica Joseph. She presented a collection of quirky clutches and bags made from unconventional materials.

hat is it about a Pop Up Shop that makes the shopaholic in your stir? More than likely it’s the lure of a limited time offer, or a one of a kind garment that is probably only ever going to be available in that fabric in your size for just a few hours. Over the last few months, we’ve seen more and more Pop Up Shops happening around the country, but none so popular as those taking place at Meiling’s boutique in Woodbrook,Trinidad.

As the Team M crew gets more organised and start looking to make their flash sales a more regular happening, thrill seeker shoppers can look forward to more opportunities to experience the exhilaration of shopping on a time limit and fans of the brands can rest a little easier - there’ll be lots of this Pop Up action to go around.

Images courtesy Lime.tt | Photography by Payton Jessus Smith

Team M, the Meiling girls, the Ling girls - however you may know them, is a team of bright, young fashion designers, graphic designers and artists who’ve formed something of an unofficial collective within the halls of 6 Carlos.

Image courtesy Limett Photography by Payton Smith

Theirs is an informal arrangement – the membership is fluid, barring the core team of designers Zidelle, Sanian Lewis, Shannon Alonzo, Monique Rodriquez, and illustrator Shannon Kwong. An eclectic group with a variety of design capabilities and aesthetics, Team M is probably best known for their series of Pop Up Shops hosted at 6 Carlos over the last six months, an opportunity for fans new and old of each designer to shop, mingle and be exposed to the smorgasbord of clothing and accessories on offer from Team M and their mentor Meiling. The Pop Ups, for them, present an opportunity for growth and market research. It has also been an essential development tool for their individual brands; Zidelle, who works predominantly with leather, explains, ‘It’s given me a forum to experiment with different media; I get to try different things and see which products are more marketable. And you get to meet new markets that you’re not usually exposed to. Like I’ll get to meet another designer’s crowd that may not know my brand.’ It seems that rings true for most of the Team M members as accessory designer, Lewis interjects with her own outlook, ‘For me, it’s all those things as well. I like to learn from experience so going through the situations and allowing yourself to change based on what you’re experiencing is important. I’ve started to figure out my brand a little bit better through this.’ Each Pop Up Shop is themed, and the themes are becoming a more important and emphatic part of their strategy. The Easter Pop Hop Shop was probably the most strongly branded and marketed installment,

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Makeup Kit Essentials by Pro Makeup Artist Sarah Benjamin Paul

Ladies, apart from your makeup routine of moisturizer, face primer, foundation and powder; concealer is a MUST. It hides all imperfections on the skin that cannot be covered by a foundation and gives life to tired eyes. To appear more youthful instantaneously, apply concealer to the skin right after you have applied your foundation and set it with a finishing powder. Concealers come in different types which mean itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s tricky to find the right match for your skin. There is the liquid concealer and cream based concealer with each having their strengths and weaknesses.

Coverage

Liquid concealers should be used for light to medium coverage whereas cream concealers ranges from medium to full. Even though the liquid concealer does not cover as much, it blends evenly into the skin without caking and works well with wrinkled skin reducing the appearance of fine lines. Cream concealers hide almost all imperfections but need to be blended well to avoid caking and can cause breakouts from clogging the pores.

Colour Choices

After you have decided which consistency is best suited for your skin you would have to choose the right colour based concealer. Colour Corrector Concealers are used for intense colour discolorations on the skin. Lavender, counteracts yellowness in the skin; Yellow, is great for purple tones like dark circles or acne scarring ; Green, neutralizes redness which includes diffusing redness from rosacea; Pink, neutralizes the blue tones on lighter/pale skin while Orange /Salmon, neutralizes blue/deep purple/gray tones on deeper skin tones.

Some of the best concealers are: 1. Bobbi Brown Creamy Concealer Kit 2. NARS Radiant Creamy Concealer 3. MAC Pro Long Wear Concealer 4. Urban Decay 24/7 concealer pencil 5. Illamasqua Skin Base Lift

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Makeup Artist Krysta Wallace

“The makeover was absolutely wonderful! It made me realise that I have the potential to look fabulous. I learned that sometimes things I won’t usually pair together actually do look good, it’s all about . experimenting

Even though I usually wear makeup, I got the chance to learn some new, better techniques. The same for my hair because I usually wear the same style everyday. I look forward to putting all of these tips to use. Thank you Caribbean RUNWAY for my makeover.

Creative Directon: Mercedes Dianna Boodoo | Photography: Lyden Thomas | Styling: Victoria deFreitas | Makeup: Krysta Wallace Hair Styliing: Tanja Banduwong | Clothing and Accessories: Nicole’s Family Boutique

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Makeup For The Many Shades Of Women: black | Up Paris by Mercedes Dianna Boodoo

French Makeup Consultant and black | Up Beauty Ambassador; Clothilde Lambadarios

his unique makeup was founded in Paris in 1999, specifically formulated for black and mixed beauties. The upscale beauty brand offers professional quality cosmetics to women with darker hues. In the past, traditional beauty brands have excluded women of colour from their product lines by catering exclusively to lighter complexions. Black | Up is revolutionising the industry by bridging the gap for women of colour. Similar to the darker skinned women in Europe, Caribbean women face a multitude of problems when using traditional beauty brands; the foundations and powders can appear “casper-ish” due to an improper match of the skin tone, the eye shadows and blushes are not noticeable when applied and a distinct problem faced by women in tropical climates, is the inability of makeup to withstand the heat. Black | Up seeks to address all of these concerns. Through precise research and product testing, they have formulated a brand that allows women the choice of foundations, powders and concealers with warmer hues. The lipsticks, cheek colours and eye shadows have stronger pigments which undoubtedly show up better on darker skin.

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“The Caribbean’s ethnic diversity have produced women with the same need for beauty brands of warmer tones”, a point noted by Clothilde Lambadarios, French Makeup Consultant and black | Up Beauty Ambassador at the black | Up workshop held on 21st May at the Hyatt Regency Trinidad. On her visit to demonstrate the power of the black | Up brand, she recognised that there are many more variations of skin tones than she expected all of which can find comfort by using this product. To test her theory, I became an experimental subject at the black | Up counter in Stechers Limited, Long Circular Mall. After using a beauty combination of the 8hr Correcting Primer, Full Coverage Foundation, Loose Powder, Concealer, Mascara, Eye shadow, Blush, Lipstick and Lip Lacquer; I must admit the transformation was met with great enthusiasm. The 8hr Correcting Primer is light and silky and does just what it says, it lasts for hours and keeps your makeup intact. The Full Coverage Foundation had a weightless texture. It was shocking as to how light it felt on the skin but gives a medium to high coverage. The Eye shadow, Blush, Lipstick and Lip Lacquer were all highly Caribbean-Runway.com

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Beauty pigmented but not overpowering. It gives you great colour in just the right amounts.

Fashion & Features

Black | Up Paris Workshop at the Hyatt Regency Trinidad with Makeup Artists from around the country.

If you are looking for makeup that gives a powdery, velvet finish with a line specifically designed for warmer complexions then black | Up Paris should be the new addition to your makeup kit. I highly recommend trying the lipstick for a long lasting finish and the lip lacquer for a silky lip-gloss that adds intense colour and shine without the sticky factor. With a â&#x20AC;&#x153;cultâ&#x20AC;? following in the USA, South Africa and Europe, black | Up is the new kid on the block in the Caribbean set to take over. Black | Up is sold exclusively at Stechers Limited (Long Circular Mall and coming soon to Gulf City Mall, Trinidad. W.I) Ask for Paula DeSouza, professionally trained black | Up makeup representative to address your concerns and answer any of your questions. It is available throughout the rest of Caribbean from St. Maarten, Barbados, Haiti, Bermuda, Bahamas, Antigua, St. Lucia and St. Kitts. It will soon launch in St. Croix and Aruba.

I wish to extend a special thank you to Mrs. Simone Agar, General Manager of Stechers Limited for allowing me to be a part of this wonderful workshop to experience a beauty brand that delivers what it claims and for converting me to the black | Up brand. Left: Mrs. Simone Agar, General Manager of Stechers Ltd; Center: Clothilde Lambadarios, Black | Up Paris French Makeup Consultant; Right: Mercedes Dianna Boodoo, Founder & EditorIn-Chief of Caribbean RUNWAY Magazine

Photography by Mark Wallace

Photography and Lighting: Aaron Alexis Assistants: Jerome Gosine and Giovanni Studios

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Making and Changing Faces: The Beauty of Arlene Villarule by Pauline Mark

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hen it comes to fawless, avant-garde, picture

Arlene’s journey to the top of the industry started at an

perfect makeup, the name Arlene Villarule

impressionable age. She was introduced to the field of beauty

comes to mind. Her unique skill with makeup

by an aunt who owned a hairdressing salon. Although she was

tools and cosmetics is awe-inspiring and her

exposed to both hair care and cosmetics, she felt more drawn

ability to transform a face is a true work of art. She describes

to makeup artistry and became determined to pursue a career in

herself as a professional makeup artist who has been working

the field.

in the local, regional and international beauty industry for the past fourteen years. She trained at the esteemed Giorgio Armani Cosmetics (London) and was featured in Marie Claire Magazine UK as the makeup artist to see at the Armani Selfridges counter in Birmingham. She gained a reputation as a trend-setting “Face Designer” during the time

“The confidence those women walked out of her salon with was something I wanted to give women one day, I knew that I would become a m a k e u p artist one day!”

she worked with Armani by winning several in-

She now specialises

store competitions and also

in several types of

did work for the GQ UK

makeup

Awards in 2005. Locally,

but her signature is

her unique abilities have

her contouring and eye

been

makeup applications.

publications

She cites international

highlighted

variety

techniques,

and she serves as a regular

Celebrity

guest on the Trinidadian TV

Artist and Covergirl

program, Morning Brew.

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Her work has also been

Sam Fines and Billy

sort after by many creative

Bee’s work as a source

icons, including esteemed

of inspiration for her

Trinidadian Carnival Artist,

own craft, as well

Brian Mac Farlane and

as the individuality

Project

and

Runway

Season

Makeup Ambassador,

personalities

9 winner, Anya Ayoung-

of her clients. Her

Chee.

outlook and energy is quite positive and

Her client list includes

she attributes a lot of

Soca artistes Destra Garcia,

her success to God;

Machel Montano, Nadia

taking

Batson,

Denise

Belfon,

everything

stride

and

not

categorising anything

Nishi B of Karma, Kes the Band and Comedian, Rachel Price. Additionally, she has done

as an “adversity” because she believes all situations are learning

work on a variety of local commercial advertising campaigns

experiences. However, she does admit there are difficulties when

for Bmobile, BWIA, WASA, Digicel, Kiss Baking Company,

it comes to sacrificing family time for work. “Having to leave

Carib Beer, S.M Jaleel - Fruta, RBC Royal Bank and Angostura

my son for long hours to be on shoots, commercials and such has

to name a few. In 2012, Villarule worked alongside head makeup

been a challenge.”

artist, Roxanne DeNobrega on the set of the international movie “Home Again.”

She recently launched a line of high quality cosmetic products (AV Arlene Vallarule) and it was her years of experience and unique abilities which afforded her the opportunity to do so.

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Beauty She enthusiastically explained that the layout of her products (particularly the eyeshadows) is skillfully placed to help create unconventional colour combinations. The line includes powders, blush palettes, bronzer/highlighter palettes, powder palettes, eye shadow palettes, loose pigment stacks, single eye shadows, lip liners, felt tip eye liners, eye shadow base, lipstick palettes and glitter stacks. Moreover, she is currently working on a foundation line. The prices range from $40.00 TT (6.19 USD) to $350.00 TT (54.19 USD) depending on the product, and they are all currently available at her studio and kiosk at Trincity Mall Trinidad, although she does have plans to expand.

“The next step for me is taking my line overseas as I have a great demand for it from my online friends and followers.” She is also working on a clothing line for 2015. Arlene’s ultimate goal is to raise the standards and criteria of the local beauty industry.

artist doesn’t just comprise of doing a one day workshop and shortly after calling yourself a Pro Makeup Artist. This will only water down the makeup industry in my opinion.” In spite of all her hard work and hectic schedule, Arlene finds personal time to be a mother to her seven year old son, spend time with her fiancé and to be a devout worship leader at her church. She believes in the power of uplifting other women through her own testimony and inspirational stories, a habit which she undoubtedly uses through the transformative and beautifying qualities of her makeup creations. She is aware of the impact she has upon her clients and holds the field of beauty in high regard, explaining, “Makeup is now becoming more and more

Zada Zyan is a one stop shop for all things fashion. We carry clothing for all occasions and will soon be introducing custom made apparel. It’s a place where you can come in to have a total make over or simply just pamper yourself with a relaxing massage, try a new hairstyle or get your nails done. We also do facials, waxing, manicures, pedicures and make-up. We are the official carrier of Sorme the world’s number one treatment make up. We are fully dedicated to fulfilling all of your needs at Zada Zyan.

acceptable and encouraged around the world. However, for the minority of people who still seem to think makeup is deceiving, my answer is always...when you look good, you feel good, when you feel good you perform at your best!” A word used to describe

“I would love to see the local makeup industry have some standards in which to follow, so that becoming a makeup

Miss Villarule as the title holder of the “Best Makeup Artist in Trinidad” competition in 2014. With such talent and purpose, Arlene is well on her way to becoming a beauty icon in Trinidad and beyond.

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Editor’sPICKS Beauty Checklist Since you will be spending more days outdoors,

lounging by the pool, taking day trips to indulge in your favourite outdoor adventures my beauty checklist will cater to your sunny needs!

• Having the Perfect face moisturiser is the key to all of life’s problems. Well not all problems, but it will give your skin a healthy glow and feel which is all you need to face the day. Although, there is no one size fits all when it comes to choosing a face moisturizer some products can work best for almost all skin types.

•

Clinique Superdefense SPF 25 Age Defense Moisturiser, $270TT/45USD is that product. It

goes on smooth and penetrates the skin quickly.

fter being out in the sun all day you will need to rejuvenate your skin. The Estivo Beyond Bodies line is perfect just for that

The rich, thick formula does not make the skin oily in any way and a little goes a long way. The added advantage of SPF25 makes you all set to frolic in the sun.

- REGENERATION!

Made from fruits picked off the floors of the Amazon rain forest

Sold exclusively at Senses (The Falls West Mall and Trincity Mall, Trinidad).

from a special ritual performed by the indigenous Shamans you cannot get a more organic and natural product. Estivo PULPA

Hidrantante Moisturizer Cream, $160TT/27USD

• Sun damage is irreversible and can age you very quickly so I suggest using an anti-wrinkle regiment especially if you’re in your thirties. Prevention is better than cure so start soon! The Cindy Crawford Meaningful Beauty line has been getting rave reviews. Some of my girlfriends have sworn by it so naturally I decided to try it. I have not been using it for very long but I am seeing the positive effects. I’m sure you would have seen the infomercials at some point so give it a go. This one will have to be ordered online at www.meaningfulbeauty.

com - $240TT/39.95USD

keeps your skin moisturised for hours and smells divine while the

Estivo BRUMA Refrescante Body Milk, $160TT/27USD

is perfect for relaxation and reducing muscle inflammation. Tip: Use before you go to bed at night. As a bonus, treat yourself to the Estivo Home Fragrance, $160TT/27USD, a mixture of herbs and fruits it is natural and refreshing. Sold exclusively at Koral Beach Boutique (The FallsWest Mall, Trinidad and Shirvan Plaza, Tobago).

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Spa Studio Offers The REPECHAGE Facial Line 8 Reasons Why It’s Worth Your Time! by Hair Guru Kerry

REPECHAGE® brings together the remarkable health and beauty benefits of seaweed, and the finest natural ingredients the earth has to offer. Seaweed contains18 amino acids, 12 vitamins and minerals and 42 trace elements. Repechage means “second chance” and as the name suggests has given hope back to its clients. Every client has a specific skin condition and need; this unique blend of ingredients revealed younger looking skin, diminished wrinkles, treated acne clients, mature and sun damaged skin has experienced immediate toning and brighter youthful skin. Benefits of Regular Facials:

Expert Advice

A professionally trained Aesthetician will be able to properly analyse your skin and recommend a specific course of treatment and regimen that best suits you. This service cannot be obtained from department store or pharmacy brands.

Deep Cleansing

Not only will you be able to remove dirt and make-up but exfoliate dead skin cells which aids in revealing a younger, healthier glow. The Aesthetician will also gently extract clogged pores without damage to the skin.

Hydrate

We all need hydration especially with the climate we are exposed to in the Caribbean. Hydrated skin is healthy skin; REPECHAGE will help regulate the skin’s moisture levels.

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Control Acne

With precise chemistry and protocols, acne and scaring can be extracted and treated with minimum incursion to the skin’s delicate structure. This will improve the skin’s appearance and reduce irritation, inflammation and even skin tone.

Reduce Signs of Aging

Having your skin regularly exfoliated, toned and hydrated will increase elasticity and promote a healthier radiant skin, resulting in a more youthful appearance. Use of the right products for your skin type will help increase your skin’s collagen, maintain firmness and encourage youthfull radiance.

Increase Circulation and Reduce Stress

By using massage techniques this increases blood flow to the surface of the skin. The increased blood flow will aid in repairing damaged cells and adding a healthy glow. Facials are also extremely relaxing and offer immediate physical and psychological release.

may be able to detect any changes in your skin. REPECHAGE has now developed a protocol to specifically treat cancer patients. This study has been researched and approved by a medical board so that patients can now enjoy and continue with regular beauty treatments

It’s Good for you

Aside from the great benefits, we all need time to relax, de-stress and pamper our mind, body and spirit. It gives us a chance to mediate, reflect and also detoxify. Studies have proven that de-stressing can promote healthy radiant skin and reenergize the body. For clients needing age reversal, the signature Repechage 4 Layer is the facial of choice. For mature clients, the Vita Cura premium facial is suggested to bring back the youthfulness and glow to the skin. The acne client skin care needs are addressed with the Hydra Medic Acne treatment. The Biolight Miracle facial addresses the conditions of hyper pigmentation, or age spots as this unsightly condition is commonly known. For intense moisturising and repair the Cell Renewal or Hydra Dew is an excellent prescription. Spa Studio offers clients a FREE skin analysis and professional consultation. Contact us at 1 868-6726823 or hairguru.kg@gmail.com.

Oncology Treatment

Various forms of cancer is steadily increasing especially among women. A benefit of having your aesthetician work on your skin is that she

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DIY FACIALS

Quick & Easy Healthy Hair Tips

by Daniela Nandlal

by Hair Guru Kerry

onthly facials are just as important as regular visits to the dentist. Not only is it the ultimate anti-aging treatment but it also removes toxins and dirt that have accumulated under the skin over time, giving you a radiant and healthy looking complexion. In addition to this it has amazing psychological benefits such as improved self-esteem! Though it’s nice to visit a professional to get this treatment done, the truth is that’s not always possible. Therefore we have created a 5 step DIY facial guide that is effective and best of all, it’s natural and super affordable!

And now how to:

Cleanse

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Here are some useful tips to attain a great head of hair:

You will need…

Facial cleanser

• 1 small cucumber • ½ cup Greek yogurt Puree cucumber yogurt in an electric blender. Pour into a small bowl.

Exfoliating scrub

• 1-teaspoon sugar • 1/2-teaspoon honey • Drop of fresh lemon juice

• Before washing your hair, always brush through. This will help to detangle, distribute natural oils from root to end and help remove buildup from the shaft.

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• Give an oil massage to your hair and scalp at least once a week. Keep the oil overnight and wash your hair in the morning.

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• Pay careful attention to the products that are used in your hair, whether at the salon or at home. Most over the counter products are alcohol or detergent based and may cause further distress to the hair.

am e bowl with warm water Ste Squeeze a sink or larg

it. Fill washcloth in e on face. and soak a ac pl d an out excess water to 3 times. Repeat this 2

Face mask

• 1 egg white • 1 teaspoon of lemon juice • ½ teaspoon of honey

In a clean mixing bowl, whisk egg white and lemon juice, until the mixture becomes frothy. Add honey and stir well.

Face moisturizer

• ½ cup coconut oil • 1-teaspoon vitamin E or tea tree oil • 5-7 drops of lavender Combine coconut oil, vitamin E or tea tree oil and lavender in a bowl. 5 Washcloth 6 Warm water 7 Cold water 8 Uplifting thoughts

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• Use lukewarm warm for washing your hair and for the final rinse, try to use as much cool water as possible. This adds shines and seals in moisture. • Avoid using high heat with your hair dryer as much as you can. Alternative options would be to use an ionic dryer to style or blot with a towel and then let it air-dry. • Never ever use a brush in your hair when it is wet, use a wide toothed comb to detangle, Wind dry 50% before using your brush to style. This avoids tearing or excessive stress on the hair as wet hair is vulnerable.

Combine sugar, honey, and lemon juice; mix well. If the mixture is a little loose, add a bit more sugar.

n today’s express and fashion forward society, we are all very conscious about the way we look. A part of this image is our hair. Most women today have had their hair chemically processed or have a heat styling regime. Over time these procedures take a toll on the hair and scalp resulting in damage, breakage and in some cases hair loss.

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• Consume fresh fruits and vegetables, foods rich in omega fatty acids and water as much as possible.

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• Persons with colour or chemically treated hair should pay extra attention to their regime so as to prevent damage and colour loss. • Get your hair trimmed every six to eight weeks, to prevent as well as get rid of split ends.

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o some research and choose a salon that is a professional and reputable establishment, usually referrals are the best way to try a new salon. If you have found a salon that you are comfortable in, be consistent and build a relationship with your stylist, this ensures that you have good results and your stylist can work with your requirements. AUGUST 2014 47

Most Effortless Hairstyles

The ultimate indulgent hair experience.

by Kia-Marie Khelawan

It’s that time of the year again. Summer! Although for us lucky ones in the Caribbean, it’s summer all year round. Trading office wear for bathing suits and slippers, life doesn’t get any more fun and easy than that. But those tight buns, practical ponytails and time consuming formal hairdo’s seem so out of place for all that fun and sun. So forget all of those fussy hairstyles, kick back, relax and let your hair down (or up) with these effortless hairstyles.

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The Flirty Side Bun

- Part slightly damp hair to one side - Apply smoothing cream to hair and run your fingers through it - Let hair dry naturally - Finger comb curls to the side and hold them like a ponytail - Keeping hair loose, wrap a hair-tie around the ponytail twice and on the third time don’t pull hair all the way through; this will create the bun - Use your fingers to loosen up bundle of curls

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Mermaid Waves

- Create a centre or side part - Apply mousse from the middle to the ends of your hair - Use hair clips to separate lower section before curling - Wrap small sections of hair around curling iron - Hold for 5 seconds and release to create soft ringlets - Spray hairspray to create wet look - Remove hair clips and gently brush hair into loose waves

The Messy Top Bun

- Brush hair to get rid of tangles - Apply mousse starting at the ends and work your way up to your scalp - Flip hair upside down and gather it in your hands creating a ponytail - Wrap a hair-tie around the ponytail twice and on the third time don’t pull hair all the way through; this will create the bun

The Wet Slick-Back Look

- Comb through wet hair to get rid of tangles - Apply strong hold gel and brush hair back - Apply shine serum (This look tends to work best with straight hair)

The Simple Side Braid

Brush hair to get rid of tangles Part and gather hair to one side Start the braid under your ear Continue and stop at desired length Add hair tie to the end of the braid to prevent it from loosening

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Lifestyle

Eat. Drink. Shop Trinidad Style

by Ceola Belix

EAT

If you’re looking for a unique dining experience then Newtown’s best-kept secret should present you with more than a few options. Fanatic Kitchen Studio, or Fanatic, as it is known by its regulars, is a “concept kitchen” located on the corners of Dere Street and Melville Lane. The sleek black, white and red interior and chrome kitchen appliances make you feel like something of a celebrity once you walk through the door. Fanatic Kitchen Studio offers a variety of options for a special dining experience, including their more casual Meet Me @ Fanatic series, geared towards a younger crowd, their newest addition Off Menu which tests resident Chefs; Jason Peru and Ridge Juman’s ability to adapt signature ingredients to four course menus, and the popular Chef’s Table Dinner which offers a much more exclusive, personal chef experience.

INK

Most of us probably know the Mediterranean fusion restaurant, Aioli for its impressive cuisine. However, this gem of a restaurant has a few more tricks up its sleeve with a cocktail menu that’s sure to impress and intrigue even the choosiest of alcohol connoisseurs. Their in-house team of mixologists collaborates with Head Chef Johnny Aboud to ensure all cocktails are up-to-par with the restaurant’s standard of excellence. Aioli recently added three new cocktails to its menu: The Blood Moon - a concoction of vodka, sweet and citrus notes with an enigmatic ‘blood moon ice ball’ suspended within; The Oriental Twist - lots of cinnamon and chai rum can only mean a warm, spiced flavour; and The Aioli Colada - Aioli’s answer to the piña colada features sweet potato as one of the key ingredients.

Every month, like clockwork, hundreds flock to Woodbrook Youth Facility on Hamilton-Holder Street for UpMarket, a virtual treasure trove of local artisans just waiting to be discovered. Originator Janet Bloom Fabres goes to great lengths to ensure a vibrant community atmosphere at UpMarket, which is usually held on the first Saturday of every month.

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Food is a huge part of the market experience, with a plethora of sauces, preserves, juices, confections and savoury items to choose from, including Del Mano, Perfect Peppers and French Macaroons. Check out the RODCO booth for handmade soaps, African Ark Jewellery for some funky adornments, and Phillip Arthur Woodwork for exquisite hand-crafted home wares. That’s just a few of the names you’ll get familiar with once you start frequenting this gem of a shopping experience.

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FOOD & DRINK

KITCHEN FLAIR With Chef Jason Peru

o here I am in the esteemed seat as feature culinary writer for the Caribbean Runway Magazine. Normally, I’m entrenched amidst the granite embedded stove tops of Fanatic Kitchen Studio or on set shooting my Culinary Cooking Show “Bmobile Bubble With Us”. Nevertheless, to share some of my gastronomic and tantalizing thoughts in a different forum such as printed media is always fulfilling for me and experiential for readers who share the same passion for food as I do. I always believed that food possessed a synonymous talent for converging with many facets of culture in Trinidad & Tobago. As an eclectic nation built on the foundation of harmonious ethnicities, we have and if I dare say so; simply one of the richest and most diverse food cultures in the world. Due to our rich heritage and cultural history, we are able to fuse the foods of our ancestral past and modernize it with new world trends whist still engaging in showcasing our local ingredients and unique flavor. Yes we are Trinbagonians! I’m elated to say this. When one travels, explores and becomes a global citizen, a sense of appreciation for what you have back home tailors your mind set and way of thinking. Renowned chef Jamie Oliver once said, “the way through a country and its culture is seen via the food of its markets”. How true is this statement? As we trek through these bustling souks that feed our nation, we see all the crops that define our people and its dishes. How beautiful is this? We have beautiful lush lands that produce wholesome and fruitful ingredients that help nourish our people, as well as bountiful seas, prolific farms and admirable food laborers who

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toil everyday to strengthen our society. As a chef, I tip my hat to everyone who partakes in this process as I end up reaping the rewards of fabricating these victuals into delicious, healthy and attractive culinary delights.

Now as culinary innovators and pioneers, chefs must then be forward thinking. Why Not? Well I see the fashionistas thinking out the box, musicians are constantly transforming our music, and even our sportsmen are blazing new trails for us. Chefs have quickly assumed the role of developing new food concepts and amalgamating flavours with new ones ranging from different genres. Imagination and creativity is what makes us who we are and we take this challenge to heart when we showcase our indebt oral bounded creations. With the advent of the Food Network channel and the wide respect and involvement food has made onto our culture, we recognize it as the future of health and living sound life styles. What I do as a chef is not a “wuk” as local parlance will dictate, but rather a career that brings about sincere passion and happiness to all. As citizens of this beautiful nation, I beseech onto you; when next you go to the supermarket, or local vendor or vicinal food market, try to back-track the process of where your food came from. Look at the people who sell it and get in touch with their story and journey from “soil to boil.” Be mindful of what it takes to nourish a nation and the people who cook these meals in various locations across the country such as school feeding, restaurants, small family establishments and even in your own home. As I depart from my very emotional editorial, I wanted to share with you a favourite dish of mine utilizing mangoes. A tad bit fancy, but hey I’m a chef- I got to make it look sexy. To highlight the early reference to mangoes, I developed seared chicken and mango summer rolls with an agro-dolce sauce. Wrapped in hydrated rice skins, this is definitely a healthy alternative to frying and is stuffed with fresh vibrant vegetables. For dessert, try a mango panna cotta garnished with a fruit salsa and mint leaves. Hope you try it and enjoy.

Every year there is a mango festival held in Trinidad that showcases the hundreds of innovative ways in which this magnificent and versatile fruit is used; mango jams, jellies, chows, soaps and even writing paper. When in season, locals flock to neighbouring and road side trees to delve and enjoy these various species of mangoes we proudly produce here on this island. Mango and tropical fruits are indeed a challenge to grow and reap in some countries because of their climate and geographical location. We therefore have to make use of these marvelous ingredients we bore from the earth and concentrate on the sustainability of our local food. Being a “culinarian”, my travels lead me onto different adventures where I enjoy many local dishes and delicacies of that said country. I marvel to see how simplicity tends to make up the general concept of these dishes or treats as locals utilize what is in season and marry it well with whatever grows or grazes on it. Sounds a bit funny, but most dishes that we eat today all came out of necessity and using what was available to us. Rice, Dhal and Bhagi or Calaloo and Coo-Coo or even roasted bakes and other flour based breads were paired very well with cheap vegetables or even fish by-products. It is important to note these things as it defines and forms the premise of our ancestral food.

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Photography by Dale Ramtahal

Chicken and Mango Summer Rolls with Agro-dolce Sauce

Mango Panna Cotta

Servings: 3 rolls which yield 4 pieces each

Servings: 6 4oz portions

Total preparation time: 25 mins

• 1/4 Cup Sugar • 3 Tbsp of Honey • ¾ Tsp Salt • ¼ Tsp Black Pepper

Total preparation time: 20 mins

Ingredients Needed

Method

Panna Cotta Base

Agro-dolce Sauce

In a medium sauce pan, place over medium heat and add the olive oil. Sweat the purple onions until fragrant for about 1 minute. Add all other ingredients except the salt and black pepper and simmer until it has reduced by half its volume. Taste and adjust the flavour to your liking with the salt and pepper.

Summer Rolls Ingredients Needed

• 3 Each Rice Skins • 3 Oz Julienned Half Julie Ripe Mangoes • 3 Oz of Julienned Grilled Chicken • 1 Oz Bean Sprouts • 3 Leaves of Romaine Lettuce Chiffonade (Chopped) • 1 Oz of Julienned Carrots • 2 Oz Cilantro • 1 Oz Chopped Peanuts or Cashews • 1 Oz of Julienned Purple Onions • 2 Oz Chopped Chives • 1 Oz Mint Leaves • Salt and Black Pepper • Olive Oil • Warm Water

Place a dry cutting board down on your station. Have all items prepped and ready to go for assembly. Fill a medium bowl with warm water, and holding the rice skins with your thumb and index fingers only, place the skins in the warm water to rehydrate, passing it two or three times until it is soft and pliable. Drain off excess moisture and place on the cutting board. Place lengthways few strips of julienned chicken, mango, bean sprouts, lettuce, carrots, purple onions, chives, crushed nuts then the cilantro and mint leaves. Drizzle little olive oil gently over the ingredients to dress and add a pinch of salt and black pepper. Then gingerly roll the rice skin over sushi style to encapsulate all the vegetables and secure the sides of the skins until they stick. Cut onto the bias and serve with dipping agro dolce sauce.

• 2 Cups Heavy Cream • ½ Cup Milk • ½ Cup Condensed Milk • ¾ Cup White Sugar • 1 Tbsp. of Vanilla Essence • 2 Tbsp. of Gelatin • ¼ Cup Water • Mango Reduction – ( Recipe Follows )

Mango Reduction

• 4 Ripe Julie Mangoes (Peeled and Diced) • 1 Cup water • ½ Cup White Sugar • 1 Cinnamon Stick • ½ Tsp of Nutmeg • 2 Tbsp. Lime Juice.

Method Mango Reduction

To make the Mango Reduction, place the ingredients into medium sauce pan over medium heat and simmer for 12 Minutes until all ingredients infuse and amalgamate. After, remove the cinnamon stick and place in a blender and puree until smooth and homogenous. Strain to remove any fibers that may be present from the mangoes. Set aside.

Agrodolce Sauce

• 1 Tbsp of Olive Oil • 1 Oz of Finely Chopped Purple Onions • ¾ Cup Dry Red Wine • ½ Cup Balsamic Vinegar • 1/3 Cup Water

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dissolved properly into the cream and milk, stirring once or twice to prevent the cream from reaching to the boiling point. Remove sauce pan from stove and pour this mixture into a medium bowl. To this, add the gelatin mixture from earlier, and carefully stir in the mango reduction to combine. In small ramekin dishes, add the panna cotta mixture to it and place in the chiller for 6 to 8 hrs until firm. Garnish with diced fruit of your choice on top of the panna cotta just before you are ready to serve.

For the Panna Cotta Base

In a small bowl, place the water and gelatin in and stir to bloom. Meanwhile, place all the other ingredients into a medium sauce pan over low heat and simmer for 10 Minutes ensuring the sugar is Caribbean-Runway.com

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The Step by Step Weekend Wine Guide by Daniela Nandlal

FRIDAY NIGHT Girl’s Night Out

Ladies night is a great way to unwind and relax. It’s an opportunity to get glammed up, enjoy some great company while making memories and laughing your problems away. It’s nights like these when the only accessories you really need is a genuine smile plastered on your gorgeous face and a glass of wine bursting with flavor in your hand. For these special occasions we suggest a bottle of Canti Prosecco. Not only is it light and refreshing but it’s also the type of wine that exudes class and sophistication. Which makes it a true representation of both you and your besties!

SATURDAY NIGHT Gal Pal Bonding Time SATURDAY NIGHT Wine and Dine with the Beau.

A great meal is like an emotional transformation! Pair it with good conversation and a glass of Danzante Merlot and you’re on your way to the happiness jackpot where laughter is most prevalent! The pleasant notes of wild red berries pair well with pasta dishes. Cherish these times and capture the moments, selfies are permitted.

If you’re still tired from last night’s episode or maybe you’re fabulous and single then we’ve got just the alternative for you. Invite some of your BBF’s over, put on a DVD (anything with Channing Tatum is always a good option) and sip on some Funf Moscato. This refreshingly sweet wine with hints of juicy tropical fruits is perfect for the bonding opportunity with your girls. The aromas of peach and honey suckle set the tone to openly discuss anything that may be bothering you. Remember a secret amongst friends is bad manners...

*Alternative to Wine and Dine with the beau

Disclaimer:

Only follow this guide if you have intentions of making memories and having a fantastic weekend. All activities are only applicable to those 18 years and over. The wines mentioned above can be found at Solera Wines and Spirits - Corner of Tragarete Road & Gray Street, Trinidad W.I.

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reaming of the weekend but don’t have any plans as yet? Then you’re in luck! We have created the ultimate weekend guide for all glam dolls out there. So take a read, call up your BFF’s and start planning! SUNDAY Chill Day with Fam and Friends Great day for lounging at the pool or relaxing on a beach, don’t you agree? Cooler packed, flip-flops on and sarongs tied. Now all you need is a drink to compliment this whole ensemble and what better than Belaire Rose. With a style of it’s own and a taste like no other, makes it the perfect drink for your lounging occasion. So put your legs up and relax. You’re right where you’re supposed to be!

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decorating so that they could make a career out of it one day.

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Cake Artist Extraordinaire Michelle Sohan Produces Edible Art by Mercedes Dianna Boodoo Martha Stewart at Food Network’s Wine and Food Festival 2013

he strikingly beautiful and age defying Michelle Sohan has not only drunk from the elixir of life but has found a way to turn the girlish fancy of cake decorating into an art form; into a sustainable business. At the age of forty she confessed her dream to work in food production quickly faded due to a devastating neck and back injury she suffered in her twenties. That being the time of her life when all things seemed possible. The eager young professional leaving University hoped to make a great difference in the world of work while pursuing her Master’s degree in Food Technology.

The self-taught baker and cake decorator has taken on the challenge of creating specialty cakes; a niche market that beckoned in 2010. Since the advent of popular American TV shows, “Cake Boss” and “Ace of Cakes” the need for cakes with design, sculpture and artistic flair became the new fad in Trinidad and Tobago. Michelle wasted no time in meeting these demands. Her business skills and innate curiosity took over as she started to play with cake design. Disassembling trinkets and things to see how they fit together added to her training on how to make her cakes structurally sound. The continuous learning and development gave her the platform to take her career a step further into the international realm. From competing and winning at the National Capital Area Cake Show (2014) with Zane Beg of Norm and Zane, The Sweet Life LLC in Virginia USA to being published with Cake Central Magazine (one of the largest cake magazines in USA), Michelle is quickly becoming the first internationally recognised specialty cake artist out of Trinidad and Tobago.

My signature “cake is a

mehendi designed cake that I had in my shop front display window

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Michelle Sohan and Zane Beg's winning cake at the National Capital Area Cake Show (2014) in Virginia, USA

In an uncomplicated story, living a life that had little or no hardships came the most challenging experience yet. Michelle’s injuries left her without the job she loved and sans hope. What will become of her career and how will she make money are some of the things that scampered through her mind. When all seemed lost, she decided to bake cakes for a charity event, never having to do anything in the kitchen before she just tried her hand at it. In the blink of an eye her new passion emerged. She smiled as she professed, “I had no idea of what I was doing, my sisters were the bakers in the family definitely not me, but people loved it. I started to bake cakes at home and sell to the faculty at the University of the West Indies. My mother gave me her stove with a tiny oven and that’s how it all began.” When she had enough resources to acquire a shop front in the conservative area of Lange Park, Chaguanas again she felt the gust of reality. “I thought I would open a cupcake shop but no one was ready for that so taking the advice of family and friends I turned it into a bakery. There was a need for a bakery in this area as it was not done before.” Needless to say, Michelle’s bakery named, “Bakery Treatz” took off and has been her backbone for the last ten years.

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Her philosophy is simple, “treat customers as you would treat your family.” This business motto coupled with her passion and love for cakes, not to mention her seven day work week has made Michelle the best at what she does and has made her bakery a household name. What started as an accidental discovery had led to her fulfilling her highest potential. The cake artist who remains humble throughout all of her success, determined throughout her years of adversity and passion driven throughout her entire career has set new standards in the local cake industry and has revolutionised the way cake art is viewed.

Jay Qualls, one of USA's top 10 wedding cake designers in 2013

I live and dream “cakes; nothing excites me more than talking about cakes.

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have a loyal staff and “a Iloyal clientele who have made my business a success.

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DECOR

DIY Home Décor Project

Inexpensive Ways To Bring An Outdoor Feel Into Your Home Whether you have a small balcony, an expansive patio or modest porch, an outdoor living space has a desirable feeling about it. It evokes feelings of relaxation and calmness derived from the purity of nature. A well-designed space can even feel like a mini getaway after a long day at work.

Add Caribbean Inspired Looks To Your Home Without It Being Too Much

here is no need to over-do the paint colours on your wall to get that Caribbean feel. While we appreciate colour, we believe one must use it in moderation. Opt to add décor pieces to finish your look rather than a long term option such a painting your walls. It is easier, quicker and adds a touch of uniqueness.

hat if we took this same concept and brought the outdoors in? Creating a space that has an outdoor feel would seem almost natural in any Caribbean home.

Nothing says “Caribbean” like using local art and craft items to decorate your home. Make your room a luxurious tropical paradise by adding paintings and ornamental crafts to your space. Spruce up those white or neutral walls, tables and centre pieces. Invest in pieces that are hand made from local artists like the examples seen here. This gives a sense of national pride and much needed Caribbean influence in the right amounts.

When we think of outdoor living we think of bright and soothing colours, natural materials, lots of sunshine, lush green plants and organic shapes and textures. All of these elements can be infused into your home to create an everyday retreat for you and your family. Unlike porches and patios, an indoor room offers an escape from the heat and bugs, which I am sure, you will agree, is greatly appealing!

Use paintings to adorn your walls

An important factor to remember is that clutter is the antithesis of relaxation. Keep things light and simple. Do not over accessorise a coffee or console table. Balance and simplicity are key design principles that you want to achieve to make this look successful. The use of plants can set the tone for an inviting space as guests enter your home. It instantly adds colour, texture and can make all the difference in an otherwise simple space. Tropical greenery naturally brings the outdoors in, pun intended. To be even more creative there are many outdoor products that work

Use it as display pieces on wall stands Use Calabash pots as centre piece art

Textures and Natural Materials can be introduced in some of the simplest ways. Accent Pillows, accessories and even furniture come in several options that express this element perfectly. From seagrass placemats to hyacinth woven dining chairs textural elements such as these give a room depth, character and interest. Let there be light! This is a very important element. Let as much natural light as possible filter in. Select sheer and natural materials for long hemline drapery to achieve a delicate breezy and casual feel. Soothing colours inspired by the ocean, soft yellows and earthy greens are all ideal colour choices which never fail to disappoint. Take inspiration from your accessories. There are a variety of outdoor and ocean inspired accessories on the market today. From sea fan hurricane vases to star fish glass dishes available in fun and bright colour choices to add a whimsical touch to the home.

To re-create a more unique and creative look use glass lanterns to display beach finds like shells and driftwood. These make for stunning arrangements that exude an outdoor vibe. An added bonus is that they are versatile enough to be used in any room of the house should you decide you need a change. Of the five senses smell and sound are often overlooked in design. Scents are nostalgic for most of us. They may remind us of memories at the beach, a vacation or a favourite flower. Re-capture this element of the outdoors with scented candles. Moving away from the typical citronella candles you require outdoors, opt for a more elegant and natural scent that lingers throughout your room. Much like candles, water has a calming effect. The gentle trickling of water is indicative of another soothing element we experience outdoors; this can easily be transferred indoors with the addition of simple tabletop water features or more elaborate freestanding features. By fusing outdoor elements with indoor spaces, you can enjoy the serenity of nature without being exposed to the elements. With these tips you are one step closer to creating an outdoor retreat for you and your family to enjoy in the comfort of your home.

By Toni Crockett Design Trinidad & Tobago, West Indies Email: tonic@tonicrockettdesign.com | Website: www.tonicrockettdesign.com www.facebook.com/tonicrockettdesign

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equally as beautiful indoors, large planters are an excellent example. These can be a dramatic focal point in an indoor room.

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ENTERTAINMENT

Lifestyle The TCD Collection candles are 100% Soy based and are available in 11 unique scents.

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Coconut & Wood Bark Amber - A unique fusion of fresh coconut and invigorating wood bark amber creating an irresistible and gender neutral scent. Seamist & Jasmine - This is a delicate and clean fragrance that combines the subtleness of Seamist with the floral notes of Jasmine. Available at Lotus www.lotuswares.com 868.222.5580

This “speaks” outdoors in volumes. Textured, earthy and organic these chairs are fantastic for introducing that outdoor vibe in your Dining Room. Available at Lotus www.lotuswares.com 868.222.5580 For an ethereal feel that is organically inspired but aesthetically refined, these breathtaking ocean inspired accessories are a must have on my list. Available at Lotus www.lotuswares.com 868.222.5580

Use these decorative lanterns to create one of a kind arrangements that add a sophisticated outdoor element to a space while providing the function of displaying your cherished beach finds i.e. seashells etc.

Beyond the expected clay pots and vases there is a wide variety of beautiful and organic styled planters for your choosing. We recommend a grouping of at least 3 to create a dramatic statement.

Available at 365 Home www.365homett.com 868.625.1804

Available at East of Eden Ltd. www.eastofedenltd.com 868. 222.3335

There is no better way to rejuvenate the mind than by reading novels. For your must have summer reading, we suggest these books below: Gone Girl - Gillian Flynn

“An irresistible summer thriller with a twisting plot worthy of Alfred Hitchcock…this delectable summer read will give you the creeps and keep you on edge until the last page.” – People Gone Girl has been critically acclaimed as Gillian Flynn’s breakthrough novel. And with each cliff-hanger chapter, it’s not hard to see why. The story follows Nick and Amy, a New York couple that relocates to Missouri after Nick is laid off from work. On the day of their fifth wedding anniversary, Amy goes missing and Nick becomes the prime suspect. But as the story unfolds it seems that Amy might not be the victim after all. Alternating between Nick’s present day account of Amy’s disappearance and Amy’s diary entries, the couple reveal tarnishing secrets about the other and how their outwardly perfect marriage is falling apart. And it’s the back and forth effect of this that makes the twists and turns of Gone Girl so engaging. The more Amy’s and Nick’s motives and morals are questioned, the more difficult it becomes to choose a side. The reader is unsure who’s telling the truth and there’s always the feeling that something terrible can happen at any given moment. But one thing is for sure…one of them is clearly a “psycho”, spinning a web of lies so expertly that everyone is fooled; detectives, lawyers, family, friends and the general public. When the truth is finally revealed, the “psycho” in question might not be who you think.

The Body Book - Cameron Diaz

The Body Book by Cameron Diaz is sure to be a staple as the world renowned actress opens up about her famous body and shares her formula for an allround healthier, stronger body that’s sure to last a lifetime, not just for bikini season. With The Body Book broken up into three parts: nutrition, fitness and the mind, Cameron delves into the importance of eating well; the best types of food that provide the most nutritional value and ways to go about replacing an unhealthy diet with a healthy one, the importance of exercise and how much more effective your body is when you strengthen it and the importance of positive thinking and it’s powerful connection to the body. Already #1 on the New York Times Bestseller List, The Body Book certainly is an insightful read as the advice is not just based on trends but actual scientific facts and told through Cameron’s personal experiences. It is not a fad diet book but a more organic, holistic book that can and will help you see your body and your mind as a truly amazing thing. Cameron comes across very genuine and the informal tone of the book makes you feel like she’s a friend giving great, fun, feel-good advice that soon becomes second nature. She encourages you to see how truly beautiful you are and you honestly feel like she just wants the best for you.

Claire of the Sea Light - Edwidge Danticat

Haitian born, bestselling novelist Edwidge Danticat weaves an enchanting story of Claire Lanme, a child born on the day of her mother’s death. Set in Haiti, Danticat paints a stunning picture of life in a haunting seaside town. Claire’s father, Nozias, struggles to cope with both his wife’s death and the responsibility of taking care of his new-born girl, leading him to debate whether or not to give his child up for a better life; a decision that is answered on Claire’s seventh birthday. But when Nozias decides to give her up, Claire unexpectedly runs away.The story is sombre and heart-breaking right from the start and you can easily empathize with Nozias and Claire. But it is the other villagers’ tragic stories and the way they connect to the father and daughter that really make you feel like you are reading something special. Each interlocking story takes you on a new eye-opening journey through this community of people and it’s the human connections and tragedies and triumphs they share that makes Claire of the Sea Light definitely worth reading. “A gorgeous novel that through death, explores what it means to be alive…” – Miami New Times by Kia-Marie Khelawan | Website: www.thebookbagger.com

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Lifestyle Photography by Malcolm London - Afta Glow Events Makeup: Fashion Meets Face by Marisa

Lifestyle that sparks imagination. For Verena, the glint that ignited the fire of Island Lotus came to her in a most unusual manner. It began as routine day of cleaning when she became trapped in her closet. In this moment, the feeling of being shut in conjured images of the ensnared “Sita” of the Hindu epic, The Ramayana, along with thoughts on life and death. Image in mind and the creative nerves alive, the History major initiated what would materialise as her debut film venture, her Island Lotus.

Getting To Know Actress

Verena soon realised however, that inspiration and an artistic script alone does not ensure success. She stated that, “the passion to create it was greater than the negative voices in my head” and proceeded onto the “scariest” thing she ever attempted. When it comes to configuring a film no one is an island, and affirms that, “you need a team to bring forth a good production” and she had a great team.

Verena Siblal by Sunita Maharaj

She believes that the independence she fostered working at Synergy TV, alongside the priceless network she acquired there, truly gave her a well-built foundation from which to take that leap. In fact, Jamal Edwards who was her “extra eye” on the production of Island Lotus used to be her camera man during her stint as a hostess. With production of Island Lotus close to completion and the music of Aaron and Helen Marquez enveloping the piece, Verena is abuzz with excitement and anxiety. She is excited for her work to be showcased but anxious about the critics. She fears that some may simply write her off as an actress and say “she should stick to selling fete tickets.”

ennis Waitley wrote, “You’ve got to have a dream, if you want to have a dream come true.” It would seem that those dreams are well on the way of coming true for Trinidadian model, TV personality, businesswoman and now budding actress Verena Siblal. Most of us remember Verena as a spunky hostess on Synergy TV from a few years aback. Today she is busy as co-founder of O2 Ticket, a first of its kind in Trinidad specialising in electronic tickets that has modernized the traditional ticketing system. Completely paperless, the entrepreneur is doing her fair share of helping the environment. Business aside, the juicy story here is Verena’s plunge into the local film industry. Despite the fact that Trinidad and Tobago has been a host location for a number of international films, Swiss Family Robinson (1960) and Dulha Mil Gaya (2010) come to mind, local writers, actors and producers face numerous obstacles along their journey.

In collaboration with Jamal Edwards, whom she met at Synergy TV she wrote, produced, directed and acted in Island Lotus. Although a full length script was initially planned, the financial backing was not there and the multi-talented Verena altered her course. According to her this film “emerged out of resourcefulness.” Sometimes, the best things come in small packages and Island Lotus appears destined to be part of that class.

It is precisely because of these obstacles that Verena’s debut onto the local film scene comes in the form of a short film. By short, she means all of 15 emotion packed minutes.

As with most creative works, the minds that produce them require a spot of inspiration. This may come in the form of a dream, a lover, an image, a sound, a smell or any other fixation

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Acting has long been a dream of hers and while she has done some work in the field, this film represents a reawakening of that vision. How many times do we as human beings look back on our lives and regret our failure to launch? Whether Verena goes on to win “Oscars” or plays a smaller part of this grand film industry, she will always have the satisfaction of knowing that she grabbed her dream by the horns and tamed that beast.

The film is a collage of themes, imagery and words of a time gone by. A time that cradles a unique part of Trinidad and Tobago’s history. Set during the indenture period, Island Lotus chronicles the lives and love of Sita and Ram (fitting use of symbolic names indeed), alongside the elements of racism, hope, religion and the legal system. By means of so many rich and complex ideas, a twist at the end and the intimate locations of the island, this short film promises to deliver a power-packed punch of intensity and awe.

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ASK MICHELLE

For this installment of the magazine we chose to highlight what is going on in the local Trinbagonian TV/Film community.

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This combination of comedy, drama, mystery and action will take the viewers on a roller coaster ride through the complicated life of Miranda Jack as she faces the reality that the world is not always as it seems, but we must still strive to live in it and that is the Honest Honestest Truth.

Photography by Payton Jessus Smith

Relationship Advice 101

The Honest Honestest Truth

TV Series written and produced by Gina Parris is a crime drama. Miranda Jack is a detective in the Trinidad and Tobago Police Service who uncovers a host of new problems while trying to solve a murder case. She realizes the police service has some crooks including her own boss who is working with an Italian mafia family as they try to set up shop on the island. Her own personal problems of kleptomania and compulsive lying have her trapped in a web of blackmail, deceit and death, as she struggles to survive and be a good policewoman. However, the only obvious way to stay alive is for her not to tell the truth.

by Michelle Bissoondial

The pilot for the series will air later this year on local TV stations. Look out for it as it going to be quite entertaining.

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Anyone who wishes to aid in sponsorship for the series can contact Ms. Gina Parris on 1 (868) 302-4810

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A2 Hmm, if you have a good husband and he makes you happy then don’t throw it away for though ts of another. What you can do to get this “excitement” in your ma rriage is to talk to your husband about ways to spice up your love life . Have a date night or be spontaneous with him and rekindle the lov e. You would be better off leaving the love affair in the past than losi ng your marriage and job .

Q4 Zara Hi Michelle, I have had so many short-lived rela tionships that I’m starting to feel as though I’m incapable of ever hav ing a lasting one. I think the problem is tha t we are bored with eac h other and we’re together just two month s now. Is there something I can do to keep ‘him’ interested?

A4 Hi Zara, not all men are the same but if you wan t to keep a man interested here are few do’s and don’ts. Never be clingy, nagging or dependent on a guy to ma ke you happy. There is not hing more radiant than a confident, happy person. For instance, you can find an activity that you both enjoy and spend quality time with each other. However, allow for personal time for both of you to pursue your own interests and hobbies. Have som e “me-time” to feel goo d about yourself and he will be more attracted to you. This little time awa y will be good for both of you too, as they say “absence makes the heart grow fonder.”

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FITNESS

acation is here and that means you’ll be heading to the beach, ready to peel down into a sexy, body-baring swimsuit. To help you look and feel your best, here’s a workout designed to be done anywhere, burn a lot of calories and tone your entire body in just a short amount of time.

Here’s the plan. You’ll be doing a variation of High Intensity Interval Training using the exercises outlined below. This type of training is great because it raises your metabolism and heart rate immediately, which you want if you’re planning to burn fat. Also, the exercises have been chosen so you train your entire body in the workout, with focus on your tummy, butt and legs. It will be intense and challenging but squeeze this workout in 3 - 4 times a week and you won’t be squeezing into your swimsuit by the time you’re ready to hit the beach.

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Instructions: Perform a 5 minute warm-up (jump rope, treadmill, light jog etc.) Now perform 1 minute of each exercise followed by 20s rest before continuing to the next exercise. So one round will look like: Exercise Squat with Kickback Plank Tuck Prisoner Get Ups V - Ups Pendulum

by Hemant Pooran, CFT | Email: hspfitness@gmail.com

Work Time 1 minute 1 minute 1 minute 1 minute 1 minute

Rest Time 20s 20s 20s 20s 20s

Perform 2 – 3 rounds

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Lifestyle

2. PLANK TUCK

1. Squa t wi th Kickb acks This combo move targets your legs and butt but also engages your core to maintain stability.

A variation of the regular plank, this move really fires up your core while targeting your shoulders and lower back

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Start in a plank position with toes on a bench step that’s about 2 feet high. Bring your right knee to chest (so knee moves straight forward), then return to start. Now bring your right knee to your right elbow (so knee moves outward toward elbow, as shown), and return to start. Repeat on opposite side.

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Stand with your legs shoulder width apart. Sit back into a squat position keeping your fists close to your chin. Lift your left leg straight behind you while extending your arms forward. Return to the squat position with fists close to your chin and repeat for the right leg.

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3. Prisoner Ge t Ups

This move is a bit challenging at first but you’ll quickly get the hang of it. It’s a great calorie burner and a great move for strengthening your core while engaging your legs and butt.

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Lie face-up with your legs extended, hands behind head, elbows out. Keeping your hands in place, sit up, then tuck your feet behind you and kneel with right foot on ground in front of you (as shown). Stand, then reverse the move to return to start. Repeat on opposite side.

4. V Ups Varia tion

This move is sure to fire up your core. The variation is a little more challenging but the results are totally worth it.

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Lie face-up, with your legs extended, arms above head. Raise your legs as high as you can as you sit up, reaching fingers to toes (as shown); return to start. Raise and spread your legs wide, then sit up, reaching hands between thighs; return to start. Tuck knees in and reach fingers to toes as you sit up; return to start.

5. Pendul um

You’ll have fun doing this one. It’s a great finisher to the circuit and engages your lower body, core and upper body ensuring you get that metabolism fired up and fat torched.

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Start in an inverted V with your hands on the ground, shoulder-width apart, hips hiked, butt up, heels lifted (as shown). Raise your left leg out to side as high as you can, then lower it as you hop right leg out to right. Continue, alternating legs like this.

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