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lthough we might be slowly melting away in what we would like to think is the last bits of Bahrain’s sweltering summer, the Woman This Month team stays focused on keeping our readers updated on all that’s new. Fernanda was on overdrive in the past few weeks finalising the must-have trends of Autumn/Winter 2013. With over 20 pages dedicated to the top styles on the runway, she has made sure that you’ll never leave the house without this issue in your bag! The trend update isn’t limited to the fashion and beauty segment. Flip over to find out what the world of interiors has been upto. We also tackle certain serious issues that people in Bahrain tend to hide under the rug. Ahmed Fadhul, vice president at Addict Friends Society, talks about drug addiction and his plans for International Overdose Awareness Day on August 31. In the wellbeing section, we tell you why sudden and drastic weight loss might not be good news after all. Simi had a chance to catch up with Shayma Amin from Kuwait, who reveals her secrets to success. In the regulars, you can find the WTM method of closet re-organisation and our top holiday picks. Happy reading!
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Something for the boys. House of Holland has launched a new collection. The Mr Quiffy range is available online.
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Designed by Johannes Huebl (the gorgeous man that you always spot next to Olivia Palermo), the La Strada range of loafers step up the style of rolled chinos. Shame it’s only for men!
Men’s casual wardrobes have the opportunity to get a little bit more artistic as Berlin-based illustrator/graphic designer Tim Wolff (aka TimRobot) teams up with high street giant River Island.
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WAYS TO GET YOUR KIDS READY FOR SCHOOL
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Her path to success INTERIORS THE SEASONAL MAKEOVER HAIRCARE QUESTIONS ANSWERED
September 2013, issue 127 On the cover: Carolina Herrera, Autumn/Winter 2013
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